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Technically, you can find a projector priced under $100. They do exist. But just because the price is nice, doesn’t mean the product will be. Simply put, most ultracheap projectors aren’t good options. In fact, they’re hardly watchable. However, we were able to scare up a handful that can generate a reasonable, TV-size image — as long as you use them in a dark room. Of the best projectors we’ve reviewed, most go for somewhere between $500 and $1,500. But if that’s more than you’re wanting to spend, you can manage on a model as cheap as $65. And if spending a bit more isn’t an issue, these gems for just a few hundred bucks are worth checking out.
After raising the spending limit to $250 or so, I found that models like the AAXA P8 and the Vimgo P10 fared surprisingly well in my comparison tests. They delivered big, perfectly watchable images for less than the price of a cheap phone.
Even among the sub-$100 projectors, some are notably better than others. We tested several, using the same tests and measurement gear we use to review “real” projectors, and we got some interesting results. Here’s how they looked.
The AuKing M8-F is a sort of “best of the worst” option in the sub-$100 category. It’s by no means what I’d call good, but against some pretty abysmal competition, it’s decidedly not bad. Its light output, contrast ratio and color are all as good, if not better than the other ultrabudget projectors we tested.
If you consider that this $65 projector can create a quite-dim-but-watchable image, that’s not nothing. As long as you don’t expect miracles, and aim for a TV-size (60 inches or less) image, you could definitely do worse.
An OK 1080p option
Hision HIUS-LP-M7
Saying the Hision is one of the best projectors in this roundup is a little misleading. It is one of the least bad projectors in this roundup. It can create a watchable image, mostly, and is bright enough to get that image to roughly at least TV-size. It’s even 1080p resolution. And thus end the superlatives, such as they are. The AuKing M8-F’s image is a little better, and it’s a little cheaper, but both are far better than the other options below.
The Hision is not particularly bright, in the ballpark of mini and portable projectors. The contrast ratio isn’t much worse than some projectors we’ve reviewed, though that isn’t saying much. It’s surprisingly loud, however. And the uniformity is bad, making the center of the image noticeably brighter than the edges.
It also had some bugs. Well, a bug. Literally. Forever entombed between the image sensor and the lens, it appeared as an ovoid splotch of darkness a few dozen pixels wide near the middle of the image. Charming.
The Hision was good only in comparison to most of the others here. If you just want to spend around $100 and you want 1080p, though, you could do worse.
Here’s where I mention that pricing on all of these ultracheap projectors varies quite a bit, sometimes from day to day. If the Hision costs more than $100 when you read this, it’s an even worse value. For around $250 the Vimgo P10 and AAXA P8 are both brighter and far more watchable, and definitely worth saving for in my opinion.
Ultracheap projector if you really must
Meer YG300-Pro
The YG300-Pro isn’t good. It’s half as bright as the Hision, has a worse contrast ratio and worse color (and that’s saying something). It shares many of the same issues, including abysmal uniformity. Some colors, like red, are very undersaturated, making for a lifeless, cold image. It’s 720p, so the pixels aren’t the size of paving stones at least.
Bottom line: The Hision and AuKing are definitely better, but if either are significantly more expensive when you read this, the Meer makes a solid runner-up if you simply can’t save up for a better cheap projector.
A projector for the price of a video game
Elephas JingHuier
The Elephas JingHuier is half the price of the more “expensive” options on this list. However, it’s easily twice as bad. In its favor, the design features a friendly, round focus knob and a rather pleasant curvy design with a yellow front. Unfortunately, it’s the second-dimmest projector we’ve ever reviewed, putting out a nearly invisible 33 lumens. The image isn’t the worst I’ve seen, but it’s so close.
Dominated by big, SD-resolution pixels and mediocre color, its biggest strength is that it’s not the MissYou YG300 (see below).
A projector nobody should buy
MissYou YG300
The MissYou YG300 is very bad. Terrible. It’s unquestionably the worst projector, and probably the worst display, that I’ve ever seen. The image is a smeary, joyless mess of washed out colors and sadness. The color red is barely a suggestion. It puts out enough light to imperceptibly brighten a shoebox. Every one of its 23 lumens — the lowest I’ve ever measured — seem to struggle their way to the screen, then resent being there. Reviewing the YG300 made me question my life choices as a projector reviewer.
Even for $35, which is what we paid at the time, don’t buy this. Since then the price has gone up, which is the only thing that can make me recommend this projector less.
We need to talk about picture quality
The projectors above, except perhapsthe Hision and AuKing, look worse than pretty much any modern TV, no matter how cheap. You definitely need to recalibrate your expectations for what you’re getting here. I’ve used the word “watchable” a lot in this guide which is somewhere between generous and Olympic-grade hyperbole. Here are a few key reasons why:
- Light output
- Contrast
- Color
- Resolution
In every measurable way, spending $150 more will get you a vastly superior product. The best cheap projectors we’ve reviewed are substantially brighter, better looking, more accurate and more detailed. I hate recommending anyone pay more for something, but in this case, it’s well worth it. Unless you’re considering these as a disposable toy, I’d advise getting something else or saving up and getting something better.
One of the understandable points of confusion are the specs and marketing of these projectors. They’re filled with… shall we say, “gifts for fiction”? One of them claims 8,000 lumens of brightness. I measured 141. Another claimed a resolution of 1080p. I measured 240, which is the same resolution as VHS tape. Lots of marketing will twist the truth to sell you a product, but these projector descriptions were especially bad.
Why you should spend a bit more on a projector
I’m all for spending as little as possible to get something cool, or at least useful. We’ve reviewed several inexpensive projectors recently that aren’t bad for the price. The ones in this roundup, however, are decidedly not good, even for the price. They’re exceptionally dim, so they can’t create a very large image, and it would be generous to call their color and contrast “marginal.”
What do you get with slightly more expensive projectors, starting at around $250? Picture quality is an obvious one, in terms of resolution, detail and color, most noticeably. Spending even a little bit more gets you significantly more light output, which means the picture is easier to see and you can create a larger image as well. Some have built-in batteries so they can work completely wirelessly. Lastly, many more expensive projectors have built-in streaming. This means no external device is needed to watch Netflix.
If you’re considering one of these $100-ish projectors to have on hand for the kids to occasionally watch a show in a room without a TV, the TV is absolutely a better option. It will be easier to use, easier to watch, and can be seen with the lights on. It’s not even that different in price. We recently spotted a deal on a 32-inch TV with streaming built in for $90. It’s less portable, for sure, but infinitely more useful.
If you were considering these projectors for something inexpensive and portable for camping, the Meer and MissYou can technically run off a battery. But then they’re even dimmer, if you can believe it. Don’t expect to create an image much larger than the smallest of TVs. If it doesn’t break your budget, something like the AAXA P8 is way brighter, or the Anker Mars II Pro which is good all-around for a bit more.
How does CNET test budget projectors?
The same way we test more expensive projectors. For specifics, check out how we test projectors.
Ultrabudget projector FAQ
As well as covering TV and other display tech, Geoff does photo tours of cool museums and locations around the world, including nuclear submarines, massive aircraft carriers, medieval castles, epic 10,000-mile road trips, and more. Check out Tech Treks for all his tours and adventures.
He wrote a bestselling sci-fi novel about city-size submarines and a sequel. You can follow his adventures on Instagram and his YouTube channel.
Spotify Unwrapped: How to Watch (and Rewatch) Your Personalized Year in Music
Music is an integral part of many people’s lives. Back in the day, the only way to stack-rank your most-listened-to groups was to do so mentally or just by looking at the posters on your walls and examining the wear patterns on your albums or CDs.
Leave it to the 21st century to codify our listening habits. On Wednesday, music-streaming service Spotify released its annual Spotify Wrapped lists, separating the casual music listeners from the obsessives, the Swifties from the Beatlemaniacs. You can find yours, if you’re a Spotify user, in the app or online.
Spotify Wrapped has been sorting (and judging?) our musical tastes since 2016, even if some people end up with a baby-calming hair dryer as their top artist. But every year, the company freshens the experience by adding some new features. Here’s a look at what’s offered, what’s new and how to rewatch your Spotify Wrapped.
Spotify Wrapped basics
You probably already have a sneaking suspicion, or super-strong feeling, about which artist or bands you listened to the most this year. But the fun of Spotify Wrapped is getting to confirm that, and maybe cringe if an uncool artist wrangled their way into your top five — or feel superior if your artists are all eclectic indie stars about to break out big. Hey, you knew them first.
Spotify Wrapped tells you how many songs you listened to in 2023, and goes into detail about the one you listened to most, including number of times you played that song and even the date you first listened to it. It also assembles a playlist of your top songs.
You can see how many minutes you listened to music and podcasts on Spotify this year and which day you tuned in for the longest amount of time. What exactly was I doing on May 8, anyway, that I had so much time to rock out?
The roundup lists how many different artists you listened to this year, and of course, highlights the musician who came out on top. Some artists, including Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and Coldplay, have also recorded short thank-you videos that pop up in your Wrapped roundup. You’re shown a list of your five top artists, plus, for some reason, the month that you listened to them the most. And for your top artist, it ranks you in their fandom, telling you if you’re in the top 20% of Taylor Swift listeners, for example.
Spotify also makes a list of your top five songs and tells you your preferred genre. Mine was simply “pop,” because I’m a Gen X mom. My Gen Z daughter’s was something called “pov: indie,” because she’s way hipper than I am.
Deals on exclusive merch
Because capitalism rules, and Spotify knows what a blockbuster of a thing it’s got going with Wrapped, there are now ways to shop your yearly roundup. In the Spotify app, you can scroll down past the promotion for Wrapped, collected thank-you videos from your top artists and other related items to a section labeled, “Merch from your 2023 faves.”
You might see a special deal on an album, or even a shirt or other item that’s labeled a Wrapped Exclusive. My daughter, a big Melanie Martinez fan, was offered links to buy a T-shirt and sweatshirt that were both marked as being “only for top fans.” Or you might see albums or items marked down if you’re a top fan.
New for Spotify Wrapped 2023: Sound Towns
Where do you live? No, not your address but musically. This year, Spotify Wrapped is assigning some listeners a Sound Town, which is a city somewhere in the world that supposedly matches your listening style. Sound Town should appear as the third entry for eligible users in their personalized Wrapped experience, beginning with “This year, your listening took you places…”
College towns, such as Eugene, Oregon, and Burlington, Vermont, were popular, but the US was far from the only country represented. Sound Towns were globally chosen, apparently, coming from Canada, India and Colombia, among other places.
Hey! Why didn’t I get a Sound Town?
I wasn’t assigned a Sound Town, and that’s because that not everyone’s listening habits make it easy to assign them a place.
To be eligible for a Sound Town, you have to have at least three top artists who “over-index” in a particular city, meaning that they have a larger-than-average presence there.
‘Me in 2023’ is also new to Spotify Wrapped
Spotify will also assign you a title for “Me in 2023,” based on your streaming habits.
The Me in 2023 streaming habits come from a list of 12 “characters,” including the vampire, the hypnotist, the time traveler, the fanatic and more. Each card summarizes that character’s listening habits, such as luminary (you play light, upbeat music more than others), alchemist (you create more playlists than others) and shapeshifter (you’re quick to move from one artist to the next).
Hey! Why didn’t I get a Me in 2023?
As with Sound Town, not everyone’s listening habits qualify them for an assigned Me in 2023 personality. For Me in 2023, users must meet criteria for at least one of the 12 characters.
As each character is unique, each Me in 2023 character has different requirements. For example, to receive the alchemist, a user must have at least 10 public playlists. If you don’t fit any of the criteria, your Wrapped roundup won’t assign you a character at all. (You’re not alone — I have no character and no Sound Town.)
AI DJ gets involved in Spotify Wrapped 2023
Spotify’s AI DJ, a personalized “host” that talks users through their favorite songs, also gets involved with Wrapped this year. For a week, the AI DJ will offer you commentary and playlists based on your Wrapped list. Fun tip: The DJ voice is modeled on that of Spotify’s head of cultural partnerships, Xavier “X” Jernigan.
How to share your results
Want to share your Spotify Wrapped on social media, and show your entire crowd what an Alex G fan you are? It’s simple to do. Once you’ve watched your Wrapped roundup, as you flick through your Wrapped report again, the option to share will show after certain stats about your listening. You can just click that “share” button to download your result, or post it directly to common social-media apps.
How to watch your Spotify Wrapped again
You can go back and rewatch your Spotify Wrapped roundup as many times as you want. If you prefer the app, just open that and you should see a giant colorful promo that you can click on to replay the whole thing.
You can also go to Spotify Wrapped on the web and replay your roundup there.
Who were the most streamed artists and songs of 2023?
Who’s number one overall for Spotify Wrapped this year? It’s me, hi, I’m the problem it’s me. Or her. It’s Taylor Swift, of course, with more than 26.1 billion global streams. Here are some stats from Spotify.
Most-streamed global artists
- Taylor Swift
- Bad Bunny
- The Weeknd
- Drake
- Peso Pluma
Most-streamed US artists
- Taylor Swift
- Drake
- Morgan Wallen
- The Weeknd
- Bad Bunny
Most-streamed global songs
- Flowers, Miley Cyrus
- Kill Bill, SZA
- As It Was, Harry Styles
- Seven, Jung Kook featuring Latto
- Ella Baila Sola, Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
Most-streamed US songs
- Last Night, Morgan Wallen
- Kill Bill, SZA
- Flowers, Miley Cyrus
- Ella Baila Sola, Eslabon Armado and Peso Pluma
- Boy’s a liar, Pt. 2, Pink Pantheress, Ice Spice
Most-streamed global albums
- Un Verano Sin Ti, Bad Bunny
- Midnights, Taylor Swift
- SOS, SZA
- Starboy, The Weeknd
- Mañana Será Bonito, Karol G
Most-streamed US albums
- One Thing at a Time, Morgan Wallen
- SOS, SZA
- Midnights, Taylor Swift
- Heroes & Villains, Metro Boomin
- Dangerous: The Double Album, Morgan Wallen
Other lists like Spotify Wrapped
Not everyone listens to Spotify, of course, and other streaming services have similar year-end lists. CNET has a guide to music streaming services, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and others. (But Spotify still tops our recommendations.)
Other music services do yearly wrapups, like the Apple Music Replay and YouTube Music Recap. But non-music companies are in on the fad too.
Nintendo Switch has featured a look at your year in gaming, and Strava and Fitbit have offered similar looks at your fitness year.
But possibly the weirdest one came from the world of fast food. For the last two years, MyMcDonald’s Rewards members were sent a customized email rounding up their year in McD food and assigning them a “fan persona.”
Cyber Monday 2023 Live Blog: 137 of the Best Deals Still Available
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Cyber Monday has officially passed us by, but that doesn’t mean you’ve missed your chance to score some big savings. Major retailers like Amazon and Walmart are still offering tons of worthwhile bargains on smart home devices, gaming consoles, kitchen appliances and more. And to help you make the most of these last-minute offers before they’re gone, CNET’s team of more than a dozen dedicated shopping experts is continuing to sort through thousands of great (and not so great) deals to round up the best bargains.
Our absolute favorite Cyber Monday deals
These are the deals you need to see, with a particular emphasis on highly rated products reviewed by CNET staff.
Cyber Monday deals under $25
- Roku Express 4K Plus: $25 (save $15)
- Chromecast with Google TV (HD): $20 (save $10)
- Tile Bluetooth trackers: From $16
- Hydro Flask 21-ounce water bottle: $25 (save $10)
- Amazon Fire TV Stick: $20 (save $20)
- SanDisk Extreme Plus 128GB microSD: $23 (save $15)
- Amazon Echo Pop + Sengled smart bulb: $18 (save $42)
- Amazon Echo Dot + Sengled smart bulb: $23 (save $47)
- TP-Link Wi-Fi extender: $15 (save $20 with coupon)
- Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds: $22 (save $18 with coupon)
- Logitech G203 wired gaming mouse: $20 (save $20)
- LifeStraw personal water filter: $10 (save $10)
- Kitchen Gizmo Snap ‘N Strain clip-on strainer: $16 (save $14)
- Codenames board game: $12 (save $13)
- Educational Insights Kanoodle puzzle game: $12 (save $4)
- Tuddrom faux fur throw blanket: $13 (save $20)
See more: Cyber Monday Deals Under $25
Cyber Monday tech deals
- Apple Watch Series 9: $329 (save $70 with coupon)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: $230 (save $70)
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra: $700 (save $400)
- Fire TV Soundbar: $100 (save $20)
- Echo Show 8 (2nd-gen): $55 (save $75)
- Bose SoundLink Flex: $119 (save $30)
- SanDisk Extreme Pro 1TB portable SSD: $110 ($30)
- Google Nest Hub (2nd-gen): $50 (save $50)
- WD 6TB Elements external hard drive: $130 (save $60)
- Apple Pencil (2nd-gen): $90 (save $39)
- Lisen 3-in-1 charging station: $30 (save $10 with coupon)
- Perilogics universal in-flight phone holder: $13 (save $5)
- Google Pixel Tablet + speaker dock: $399 (save $100)
- BioLite HeadLamp 800 Pro: $75 (save $25)
- Tile trackers: Up to 46% off
- Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro Wi-Fi smart lock: $119 (save $80)
- Canon EOS R10 content creator kit: $1,100 (save $199)
- Canon Ivy 2 mini photo printer: $69 (save $31)
Cyber Monday everyday essential deals
- SnugPad XL wool dryer balls: $11 (save $14 with coupon)
- Car seat headrest hooks (4-pack): $7 (save $3)
- Method foaming hand soap: $3 (save $2)
- The Useless Brand reusable paper towels (12-pack): $20 (save $10)
- 31-inch claw grabber tool: $10 (save $10)
- Panasonic rechargeable AA batteries (eight-pack): $26 (save $6)
- Oral-B electric toothbrushes: Up to 55% off
- Gillette razors: Up to 30% off
- Burt’s Bees skin care: Up to 40% off
Cyber Monday home and kitchen deals
- Lomi Classic electric composter: $249 (save $250)
- Roomba 694 robot vacuum: $159 (save $116)
- Eufy RoboVac 25C: $149 (save $100)
- Dyson V8 cordless vacuum: $300 (save $170)
- Dyson V11 cordless vacuum: $400 (save $170)
- KitchenAid 5.5-quart stand mixer: $300 (save $150)
- Bella Pro Series 8-quart air fryer: $50 (save $80)
- Pharmedoc memory foam pillows (2-pack): $40 (save $60)
- Keurig K-Slim: $70 (save $60)
- American Soft Linen 6-piece towel set: $40 (save $40)
- Bedsure bamboo sheet set (queen): $36 (save $59)
- Vitamix immersion blender: $135 (save $55)
- Carote 11-piece ivory white nonstick pots and pans set: $65 (save $75 with coupon)
- The Sill: Up to 50% off live plants
- Rubbermaid 4.7-cup food storage containers (two-pack): $10 (save $13)
- Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Express: $350 (save $150)
- Staub 11-inch cast iron skillet: $200 (save $186)
See more: Cyber Monday Air Fryer Deals
Cyber Monday health and fitness deals
- Peloton Bike: $1,095 (save $450)
- Peloton Bike Plus: $1,995 (save $500)
- Hydrow rowing machine: $1,710 (save $785 with code CNET35)
- Hydrow Wave rowing machine: $1,410 (save $485) with code CNET35
- Echelon Connect exercise bike: $297 (save $403)
- Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers: Up to $100 off
- Garmin smartwatches: Up to $150 off
- Therabody Theragun Mini handheld portable massage gun: $149 (save $50)
- LifeStraw personal water filter: $10 (save $10)
- Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2: $99 (save $30)
- Trideer 9-inch Pilates fitness ball: $10 (save $5)
- Hylea athletic socks (three-pack): $19 (save $22)
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Cyber Monday TV deals
- Amazon 65-inch Fire TV Omni QLED Series 4K smart TV: $600 (save $200)
- Amazon 40-inch Fire TV 2-Series HD smart TV: $180 (save $70)
- Amazon 50-inch Fire TV 4-Series 4K smart TV: $310 (save $140)
- TCL 55-inch Q6 QLED 4K smart TV: $350 (save $150)
- Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED 4K smart TV: $978 (save $540)
- LG 48-inch A2 Series OLED 4K smart TV: $600 (save $700)
- LG 65-inch C3 Series OLED 4K smart TV: $1,597 (save $902)
- LG 65-inch B3 Series OLED 4K smart TV: $1,297 (save $200)
- LG 86-inch UR7800 Series 4K smart TV: $900 (save $350)
- Hisense 75-inch U8 Series ULED mini-LED 4K smart TV: $1,290 (save $660)
- Sony 50-inch 4k Ultra HD LED smart TV with Google TV: $598 (save $260)
- Sony 85-inch Bravia XR X90L LED 4K TV: $2,000 (save $800)
- Toshiba 55-inch C350 Series 4K smart Fire TV: $280 (save $150)
- Hisense 50-inch U6HF Series QLED 4K smart Fire TV: $300 (save $230)
See more: Cyber Monday TV Deals
Cyber Monday laptop deals
- Apple MacBook Air M1: $750 (save $249 with coupon)
- Apple 13-inch MacBook Air M2: $949 (save $150)
- Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro M2: $2,199 (save $300)
- Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro M3: $1,499 (save $100)
- Microsoft Surface Pro 9: $1,000 (save $540)
- Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus: $600 (save $330)
- Microsoft Surface Laptop 5: $900 (save $400)
- Dell XPS 15 laptop: $1,499 (save $500)
- Lenovo Yoga 7: $500 (save $250)
- Asus Zenbook 14X: $600 (save $200)
- Asus Vivobook 16: $430 (save $320)
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Cyber Monday phone deals
Cyber Monday headphone deals
- Bose QuietComfort: $279 (save $70)
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra: $379 (save $50)
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II: $199 (save $80)
- Beats Studio Buds: $100 (save $50)
- Beats Studio Buds Plus: $140 (save $30)
- AirPods 2: $99 (save $30)
- LG Tone Free T90Q: $90 (save $140)
- Sennheiser headphones and earbuds: Up to 56% off
- Sony CH-720N: $100 (save $50)
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 2: $100 (save $50)
- Shokz OpenRun Pro: $140 (save $40)
- Anker Soundcore earbuds: $22 (save $18 with coupon)
See more: Cyber Monday Headphone Deals
Cyber Monday gaming deals
- Nintendo Switch + Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle: $299 (save $68)
- Nintendo Switch OLED + Super Smash Bros. Ultimate bundle: $350 (save $68)
- Nintendo Switch OLED + $75 gift card: $350 (save $75)
- PlayStation 5 (Slim) + Marvel’s Spider-Man 2: $499 (save $71)
- PlayStation 5 (Slim) + Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3: $499 (save $71)
- Xbox Series S starter bundle: $249 (save $51)
- Xbox Series X Diablo 4 bundle: $439 (save $121)
- Meta Quest 2: $249 (save $51)
- Microsoft Xbox wireless controller: $40 (save $20)
- Razer Huntsman V2 gaming keyboard: $190 (save $60)
- Final Fantasy XVI (PS5): $40 (save $30)
- Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 Max headset: $120 (save $60)
See more: Cyber Monday PS5 Deals and Cyber Monday Nintendo Switch Deals
Cyber Monday digital and streaming deals
- Microsoft Office Pro 2021 lifetime license: $60 (save $160)
- Windows 11 Pro: $23 (save $176)
- Paramount Plus Essential: $2 a month for 3 months (save $12)
- Fubo: $40 off first 2 months
- Babbel lifetime subscription: $200 (save $399)
- Dollar Flight Club Premium Plus lifetime subscription: $100 (save 94%)
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- Masterclass: Buy 1, get 1 free
- 50% off Adobe All Apps plan
Post Cyber Monday Deal Sees PlayStation’s Ghost of Tsushima for More Than Half Off
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday officially over (even though many deals are still live), Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut, one of the best PS5 games available, is on sale at Best Buy for $30. And, if you haven’t upgraded to a PS5, the PS4 version is also on sale for $22.
Ghost of Tsushima, first released in 2020 for the PS4, is a samurai open world action game that has you playing as a sword fighter set on taking on a Mongol invasion. The story portrays the struggles of honor and family while taking on an enemy that plays by a different set of rules. It’s up to you, as the player, to either lean into personal integrity or jump toward brutal ruthlessness.
The gameplay, as you’d expect, involves lots of bloody swordplay. It borrows from classic samurai films and juxtaposes the Japanese countryside’s serene grasses and fluttering flower petals with grotesque violence. It’s definitely a worthy play for those that like single-player experiences. And the Director’s Cut on PS5 only heightens all those graphical flourishes. Just make sure that, if you’re buying this as a gift for a PS5 owner, that they have the version of the console with a disc slot.
StackSocial Still Has Windows 11 Pro Available for Just $23
Equipping your PC with the latest Windows OS will cost you a whopping $200 if you buy the software from Microsoft directly. But if you’re looking to upgrade without breaking the bank, then you won’t want to miss out on this post-Cyber Monday deal at StackSocial. This offer knocks 88% off a Windows 11 Pro lifetime license, which drops the price down to just $23. But this discount is only available through Dec. 3, so be sure to get your order in before then if you don’t want to miss out on these savings.
This is a great price, but it’s important to note that not every computer out there is able to run Windows 11, so before you buy it, you’re going to want to ensure that your computer will meet the requirements for the operating system. Additionally, the listing says that if you have a PC that’s already running Windows 10, and Windows Update doesn’t let you install the free Windows 11 upgrade, your computer won’t be compatible with this version either.
The activation key that’s provided following your purchase can be used to install and activate Windows 11 Pro on one computer. To be clear, purchases like this are generally intended for advanced users — those who are building a new computer or who want to dual-boot an existing computer with a second OS. If you’re doing that, you will need a secondary PC to access and download the files, so be sure you can access everything from another computer in your home or you have a friend’s machine that you can use temporarily. You’ll also want to have a USB thumb drive on hand to transfer the file, but with plenty of Amazon Cyber Monday deals still available you won’t have a problem finding an affordable one.
Watch Champions League Soccer: Livestream Arsenal vs. Lens From Anywhere
Having climbed to the top of the Premier League at the weekend, Arsenal will look to maintain that momentum as they host Lens in a match that could see the north London side claim their place in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
The Gunners are currently on nine points at the top of UCL Group B, four points clear of nearest rivals PSV, with their only defeat in the competition coming against their opponents tonight in the reverse fixture in France.
That previous encounter showed Lens’ counter-attacking prowess, but the French side, who are level on points with PSV, are poor travellers, having not managed a win in their last 13 UEFA club competition matches away from home.
Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services for watching every game wherever you are in the world.
Arsenal vs. Lens: When and where?
Arsenal play Lens at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. GMT local time in London (3 p.m. ET, 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, and 7 a.m. AEDT on Thursday, Nov. 30, in Australia).
How to watch Arsenal vs. Lens online from anywhere using a VPN
If you’re unable to view Champions League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action — that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN can stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s also a great idea if you want an extra layer of privacy for your devices and log-ins while traveling and using various Wi-Fi networks.
With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to access the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier assigns an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can fix that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.
Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. Be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it suspects is circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.
Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the great VPN deals taking place right now.
Livestream Arsenal vs. Lens in the US
American soccer fans can stream this season’s tournament via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for UEFA Champions League matches.
Livestream Arsenal vs. Lens in the UK
TNT Sports (formerly known as BT Sport) has Champions League live broadcast rights in the UK.
Livestream Arsenal vs. Lens in Canada
If you want to stream UCL games live in Canada, subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the Champions League this season.
Livestream Arsenal vs. Lens in Australia
Football fans Down Under can watch UCL matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the Champions League live in Australia this season.
Quick tips for streaming UEFA Champions League matches using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Champions League games may vary.
- If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
- If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs including Roku don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main sites for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- Remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We recommend Brave.
Watch Champions League Soccer: Livestream Galatasaray vs. Man United From Anywhere
After a devastating 4-3 defeat to FC Copenhagen last time out, Manchester United head to Istanbul today for a must-win group clash with Galatasaray.
With the team at the bottom of Group A, nothing less than a win here — and likely another against German giants Bayern Munich — will be needed if Erik ten Hag’s men are to make it through to the knockout stages of this year’s tournament.
With a hugely intimidating atmosphere set to await them at RAMS Park, and the prospect of facing a strong Galatasaray side that beat them 2-3 in the reverse fixture at Old Trafford, getting a vital win could be a tall order for the Premier League side.
Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services for watching every game, wherever you are in the world.
Galatasaray vs. Manchester United: When and where?
Galatasaray play. Man United at RAMS Park on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Kickoff is set for 8:45 pm. TRT local time in Turkey (12:45 p.m. ET, 9:45 a.m. PT in the US and Canada, 5:45 p.m. GMT in the UK, and 4:45 a.m. AEDT on Thursday, Nov. 30, in Australia).
How to watch Galatasaray vs. Man United online from anywhere using a VPN
If you’re unable to view Champions League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action; that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN can stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s also a great idea if you want an extra layer of privacy for your devices and log-ins while traveling and using various Wi-Fi networks.
With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to access the game. If your internet provider or mobile carrier assigns an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can give you an IP address in your correct, non-blackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.
Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. Be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it suspects is circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.
Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the great VPN deals taking place right now.
Livestream Galatasaray vs. Manchester United in the US
American soccer fans can stream this season’s tournament via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for UEFA Champions League matches.
Livestream Galatasaray vs. Man United in the UK
TNT Sports (formerly known as BT Sport) has Champions League live broadcast rights in the UK.
Livestream Galatasaray vs. Manchester United in Canada
If you want to stream UCL games live in Canada, subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the Champions League this season.
Livestream Galatasaray vs. Man United in Australia
Football fans Down Under can watch UCL matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the Champions League live in Australia this season.
Quick tips for streaming UEFA Champions League matches using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Champions League games may vary.
- If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
- If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs including Roku don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main sites for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- Remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We recommend Brave.
The Apple Watch SE Is an Ideal Holiday Gift at Just $179 (Save $70)
When it comes to budget wearables the Apple Watch SE is easily one of the best around. In fact, it’s one of the best smartwatches, period, and it’s been available at a low, low price throughout the Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend. Yet somehow the 40mm Apple Watch SE can still be had for just $179. But that’s unlikely to remain the case for long.
The Apple Watch SE would normally sell for around $249, which is still less than the other models. But a word of warning — only a couple of configurations are available at this price at Amazon and Walmart so you might not have long to act if a new Apple Watch SE your holiday gift list. Looking for the 44mm model? That’s also discounted and is just $209 today.
No matter which of the Apple Watch SE models you pick you’ll get a great wearable with support for Crash Detection, heart-rate monitoring and activity-tracking capabilities. Apple also says that this model is carbon neutral when you choose the Sport Loop for your new wearable. If you’re looking to bag a cheap Apple Watch for a kid this Christmas, or just want a decent starter smartwatch for yourself, this is the time to place an order.
Not sure that a new Apple Watch is for you? Be sure to check out the best of Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals if the Apple Watch SE doesn’t tick all the boxes for you. But again, while those deals are still live now that’s unlikely to remain the case for much longer.
Power 6 Things at Once and Save $44 With This Anker Charging Station
Running out of plug sockets is nobody’s idea of a fun time, but with more and more things to charge and power, it’s a very real problem. And while Cyber Monday is winding down, there are still plenty of deals around to help fix that problem — like this Anker 727 charging station that can be had for just $56. Note that you do need to clip the on-screen coupon to get the very best price, however.
Once you do that you’ll find yourself saving $44 off the original $100 asking price and if you order soon your new charging solution could be up and running as soon as tomorrow.
Equipped with two AC outlets this charging station has a maximum power output of 100W thanks to the two USB-C and two USB-A ports that you’ll find on its front. That means you can charge anything from your phone to your tablet and even to the most power-hungry of laptops, too. And all in a charging station that is just 0.7 inches thin. There’s a 1.5-meter power cord that can be easily removed for storage or travel, and Anker throws in a 24-month warranty for good measure.
As great as this deal is there are plenty of people that don’t need another charging station. If that’s you, don’t worry — check out our list of the best Amazon Cyber Monday deals that are still alive and kicking before they’re all gone for good.
Here’s How You Can Save Your Netflix Profile After Being Kicked Off of Someone Else’s Account
Netflix password sharing is a thing of the past. After hemming, hawing and testing out its new policy in foreign countries, Netflix finally cracked down on password sharing in the US in early summer 2023.
Even though the streaming giant put an end to unofficial password sharing, you can still share a password with someone outside your household, but for a price. Sharing a password with a user outside the household costs the owner of the account $8 per extra person, on top of what they’re already paying for their Netflix plan. If you’re on the standard Netflix plan, you can add one person outside your household. Premium users can add up to two.
If you were one of the many folks who lost access to a shared Netflix account in the crackdown this summer, it might be putting a cramp in your holiday-season streaming. The good news is, even if you got booted off a shared account, you can still transfer your profile over to a new account or another existing account to preserve your recommendations, save lists and other settings.
We’ll show you how to find and enable Netflix’s Transfer Profile feature on your profile, and how to transfer your existing profile to a different account.
While you’re here, check out the best live TV streaming services of 2023 and the best TVs of this year.
First, enable the Profile Transfer feature on Netflix
Before you can transfer your Netflix profile to a different account, you must enable the feature. You can do this on both the web and your mobile device (phone or tablet).
If you’re on a computer, go to the web browser of your choice, access the Netflix website and go into the profile that you want to transfer. Next, hover your cursor over your profile icon in the top right and click Transfer Profile in the dropdown menu. On the next page, click the Allow button.
If you’re using a phone or tablet, open the official Netflix application, go into your profile and then tap your profile icon in the top-right corner to access your account settings. Next, tap Account, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and tap Turn on profile transfers. This will redirect you to the official profile transfer page, where you can then hit the Allow button.
You should then get a notification saying that profile transfers will soon be coming to your account. For my account, it said I would get the feature in two days. However, it also said I could enable the profile transfer feature instantly if I clicked the confirmation link sent to me via email, which I did.
Now transfer your profile to another Netflix account
Once the Transfer Profile is enabled, you can transfer your profile to your own new Netflix account or a different existing account. To transfer a profile, log in to your original Netflix account (web or mobile) and go into the Transfer Profile page found in your settings. You should then see the start of the Transfer Profile process, which will give you a brief summary of what the feature does:
- Transfers over your recommendations, viewing history, saved games, settings, My List and more to a separate account.
- Creates a backup of your profile on the original account.
Begin the process by hitting the Start Profile Transfer button — you’ll then be asked whether you want to move your profile to a new account or an existing account. Make your selection then hit Next again.
If you’re creating a new account, you’ll then enter the credentials for your new account. Verify your email and then follow the prompts you see on the screen to finish setting up your new account. Once this is finished, your profile will be transferred and you’ll have instant access to your new Netflix account.
If you’re transferring to an existing account, you’ll need the account login and password of that other account in order to connect your profile.
The owner of the original account will be notified once the process is complete, as will the owner of any existing account you transfer your profile to.
If you get logged out of Netflix while attempting to transfer your profile, you can continue the process by logging back in and using the Finish Transfer setting.
Check out the best TV shows to currently watch on Netflix, as well as the secret hack you need to get better Netflix recommendations.