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With VR becoming such a big thing these days, a lot of companies are aiming for standalone headsets that don’t require you to have a fancy, high-end PC. That means that they are much more affordable, and probably the best pick right now is the Meta Quest 2. While the Meta Quest 3 has since hit shelves, its library isn’t that big and it’s a lot more expensive than the Quest 2, which is why the older version still holds the top spot on our list of the best VR headsets. Luckily, it also has a great post-Cyber Monday deal on it from Amazon, knocking $50 off the price and bringing it down to $250 from $300. The $50 discount applies to both the 128GB version and the 256GB version, so you can go whichever capacity suits you best.

While the Meta Quest 3 has newer hardware, the software experience still hasn’t caught up, according to CNET expert Scott Stein. Therefore, the Quest 2 is still the right VR headset to pick up if you’re looking for an affordable, self-contained unit. It can perform a lot of similar productivity functions to the upgraded model, such as pairing with a keyboard, getting phone notifications, holding meetings, and so on and costs half as much.

That said, the AR cameras on the Quest 2 are only black and white, so it doesn’t have as good of an overall AR experience as the Quest 3. Under the hood, it has the Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 chip which gives you enough power to use the Quest 2 on its own, although you can connect it to your PC to gain an extra bit of processing power if you want or need it. What really makes the Quest 2 such a standout, though, is the game support, of which there are an absolute ton, and what makes the Quest 2 a more enticing buy than the Quest 3.

Of course, if you aren’t convinced and would still like to go with the newest Meta headset, you can check out these Quest 3 deals, or the wider Amazon Cyber Monday sale for some potential alternatives.

If you’re in the market for a new TV, Cyber Monday is certainly one of the best times of the year to buy one. But there are almost too many choices, and Cyber Monday TV deals are already cropping up everywhere. If you’re struggling with which one to go for, you’ll be happy to know our favorite TV on the market in 2023 is seeing huge savings at Amazon — making your decision much easier. Our TV experts have pegged the TCL QM8 as the best TV overall thanks to its excellent image quality, brightness and contrast. Bonus: Several sizes are eligible for hundreds in savings.

Amazon’s prices start at just $900, and while the product page doesn’t make the discount clear, this is the lowest this 65-inch TV has ever gone. Until the last couple of months, it rarely deviated from its $1,300 retail price. If you’d like a bigger screen, three larger variants are also discounted: the 75-inch for $1,398, the 85-inch for $2,000 and the 98-inch for $5,998. The 75-inch model is a particularly appealing deal, not just because it’s our favorite TV in this size class, but because it’s seeing the biggest savings at over $900 off.

The TCL QM8 implements mini-LED technology, which is similar to traditional LEDs, except it uses millions of tiny LEDs that can be controlled more granularly. That gives the panel a better overall brightness and contrast ratio while keeping costs down compared with an OLED panel. The image fidelity is also better thanks to the HDR tech the TCL QM8 supports, including HDR10, HDR10 Plus and HLG. If you’re unfamiliar with that last one, HLG is an HDR standard used by some broadcasters, especially in sports, so if you love keeping up with your favorite team, you’ll be able to see games in HDR — a nifty feature.

Another thing that makes the TCL QM8 an excellent TV for action-packed content is the 120Hz base refresh rate. More frames mean a smoother overall experience, and unlike motion-smoothing technology, a high base refresh rate doesn’t give a strange feel that puts off some viewers. The higher base refresh rate also makes this an excellent TV if you’re gaming on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X or a high-end gaming PC.

As for the smart TV platform, the TCL QM8 uses Google TV, which is excellent if you’re in the Google ecosystem, although you can change that by grabbing a streaming device from another brand. And if you think the TCL QM8 is still a bit too pricey, there are some other, more budget-friendly Cyber Monday TV deals you can check out.

There are a ton of great Cyber Monday deals on big-ticket items like laptops or TVs that can save you hundreds of dollars, but if you’re looking to stock up on family laughs, it’s the little deals that often make the biggest impact. For my family, that was the case with Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, an unassuming card game packed with potential hilarity.

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza might be the most fun I’ve had with a card game since forever, and it made our recent vacation very memorable. And now you can pick it up for yourself at a special $8 price.

We took Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza to the poolside in Crete and everyone must have thought we had enjoyed the all-inclusive drinks a little too much. It’s impossible to play this game without shouting, laughing and sometimes even crying — again, maybe that was just me — at how much fun it can be. And the best part? It’s just so simple.

Each player puts down a card and says “Taco,” “Cat,” “Goat,” “Cheese” and “Pizza” in order. If the word matches the card, the last person to slap their hand down has to pick up all the cards — with some special cards and actions I won’t spoil for you. The person who run out of cards first wins. Simple, right? And yes, dear reader, I always finished with the most. I do indeed suck at this game.

But you know what? It doesn’t matter, because it’s so fun that I don’t care. I sincerely hope that you’re better at Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza than I am but, frankly, you won’t care if you aren’t, either.

Picking up a new pair of wireless headphones can be an expensive business, but Cyber Monday is here to help lighten the load. The Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones are generally accepted to be among the best around, and right now is the perfect time to pick a pair up with Amazon offering a deal that saves $20 more than the previous Black Friday best price.

This all means that ordering a new pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 today will cost you just $228, a huge saving of $120 off the original price. And what’s more, you get the chance to pick from three different colors including the lovely blue that you should absolutely choose over the white and black.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones pack a 30-hour battery life with support for quick charging that turns just 10 minutes of charge time into five hours of music playback. Controlling the headphones is a cinch thanks to touch-sensitive controls on the earcup, and there’s even support for activating a voice assistant as well. Answering phone calls and all the usual standard features are of course present as you might expect.

What makes the Sony WH-1000XM4 stand above the rest is of course that best-in-class active noise canceling technology, making these a great option for anyone who needs to be able to tune out noise on an airplane, bus, or even a busy office. And all while saving a ton of money, too.

Be sure to check out our collection of the best Amazon Cyber Monday deals if a new pair of headphones isn’t for you, but be quick — the Cyber Monday fun ends tonight and these deals could well do the same.

Walmart kicked off its official Cyber Monday deals on Sunday, Nov. 26 so by the time Monday morning hits, the sale is well under way. Whether you’re shopping for that perfect holiday gift or you’re hoping to score on a big-ticket item like a new TV or laptop, Walmart isn’t showing any signs of slowing down when it comes to discounts.

Walmart offers a huge variety of items, so finding the best prices can be daunting. Our team of more than a dozen shopping editors is working around the clock to call out the best bargains we find. Daily deals are cropping up, and with Walmart’s early Cyber Monday deals launched over the last couple of days, there are even more savings to be had, so keep an eye on this page, because we’re keeping it as up-to-date as possible to make sure you’re the first to see the best deals.

Best Walmart Cyber Monday deals overall

Walmart’s Cyber Monday deals are already live — even if you’re not Walmart Plus member. There are some stellar offerings available on tech and home goods, and these are the pick of the bunch according to CNET’s team of experts.

Best Walmart Cyber Monday tech deals

• PlayStation 5 + Spider-Man 2 bundle: $499 (save $61)
• Apple iPad (9th gen): $249 (save $80)
• Apple Watch SE: $179 (save $70)
• Roku LE streaming media player: $17 (save $8)
• Nintendo Switch Lite + Animal Crossing: New Horizons: $199 (save $60)
• PS5 DualSense controller: $49 (save $20)
• Roku Express 4K Plus: $25 (save $15)
• Acer Nitro 27-inch gaming monitor: $145 (save $114)
• HP DeskJet 3772 wireless printer: $49 (save $45)
• Roconia 5G Wi-Fi Bluetooth movie projector: $140 (save $230)
• Topvision mini projector with 100-inch screen: $66 (save $134)
• JBL Charge 4 portable Bluetooth speaker: $89 (save $40)
• Apple Watch Series 9: $329 (save $70)
• Xbox Series X Diablo 4 bundle: $439 (save $121)
• Bose Quiet Comfort 2 noise-canceling earbuds: $199 (save $80)
• Bose Quiet Comfort over-ear noise-noise canceling headphones: $249 (save $100)
• Anker PowerLine Select Plus 6-foot Lightning cable: $6 (save $9)
• JBL Clip 4 portable Bluetooth speaker: $45 (save $35)
• Samsung 65-inch CU7000B 4K TV: $428 (save $50)
• Nikon Z50 mirrorless camera bundle with lens, accessories and tripod: $920 (save $1780)
• Sony 75-inch Bravia XR 4K HDR smart TV: $898 (save $600)
• Samsung 55-inch The Frame LSO3B smart TV: $978 (save $522)

Best Walmart Cyber Monday home deals

• Cafe C7Cesas 94.6-ounce countertop espresso machine: $379 (save $300)
• Solo Stove Ranger 2.0 smokeless fire pit with stand: $185 (save $80)
• Shark IQ 2-in-1 RV2402WD robot vacuum and mop: $188 (save $262)
• Blackstone 22-inch Adventure Ready propane griddle: $97 (save $50)
• Costway 7.5-quart stand mixer: $96 (save $83)
• Hart 20-volt 4-tool bundle: $98 (save $80)
• Eufy Clean L50 SES: $198 (save $301)

• Intex Durabeam inflatable queen mattress: $49 (save $29)
• Renpho HEPA large room air purifier: $60 (save $60)
• Frigidaire 7 cubic foot chest freezer: $159(save $69)
• Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless vacuum cleaner: $280 (save $240)
• Dyson V15 Detect Absolute: $500(save $250)
• Cricut Joy smart machine: $150(save $115)
• Cricut Explore Air 2 with vinyl and tools: $169(save $80)
• Ninja Foodi smart XL 4-in-1 indoor grill with 4-quart air fryer: $119(save $80)
• Costway 15-drawer rolling storage cart: $66 (save $99)
• Emeril Lagasse power air fryer oven: $79(save $90)
• KitchenAid Deluxe 4.5 quart tilt stand mixer: $259(save $141)

Best Walmart Cyber Monday toy deals

• KidKraft large wooden play kitchen: $99 (save $57)
• Barbie Malibu House playset: $69 (save $30)
• Lego Classic 790-piece set: $32 (save $16)
• Codenames board game: $12 (save $4)
• Sorry classic family board game: $10 (save $2)
• Goplus 40-inch flying saucer swing: $30 (save $49)
• Barbie and Pet Boutique playset: $19 (save $22)
• Melissa and Doug 100 wooden blocks playset: $18 (save $10)
• Ticket to Ride strategy board game: $27 (save $21)
• Nintendo Switch Lego Star Wars: $15 (save $45)
• Paw Patrol Chase Split Second 2-in-1 police cruiser with figures: $15(save $10)
• Melissa and Doug Learn to Play toy piano: $35 (save $60)
• Hot Wheels Monster Trucks set of 8: $20(save $29)
• Waisart play kitchen: $50(save $120)
• Hot Wheels Mega Garage race track and playset: $35 (save $30)

Best Walmart Cyber Monday fashion, beauty and fitness deals

• Salvatore Ferragamo gray gradient rectangular women’s sunglasses: $59 (save $336)

• Men’s Izod puffer vest: $20 (save $50)
• Vonmay women’s fuzzy slippers: $15 (save $18)
• Empire Cove knit beanie: $8 (save $7)
• PatPat baby and toddler hooded puffer coat: $22 (save $16)
• Michael Kors Mercer women’s pebbled crossbody: $75 (save $323)
• Michael Kors Rosemary large women’s shoulder bag: $148 (save $210)
• Fit Rx adjustable dumbbells: $150 (save $100)
• Echelon Connect Sport indoor exercise bike: $297(save $403)

When is Walmart’s Cyber Monday sale?

Walmart kicked off its Cyber Monday sale on Sunday, Nov. 26 at 4 p.m. ET for Walmart Plus members. members and 7 p.m. ET for the general public. So by the time Cyber Monday, Nov. 27, arrives deals will already be well underway.

Are Walmart Cyber Monday deals available both in-store and online?

Walmart’s Cyber Monday is a virtual event, allowing customers to browse the virtual aisles on the website and the app. While there may be some prices also available in-store, Walmart makes no guarantees. The deals are primarily online exclusives, but you can arrange for items to be delivered to your local store for in-store or curbside pickup or opt to have them sent straight to your door. Walmart does not offer rain checks for the Cyber Monday deals.

Black Friday has come and gone, but Walmart’s Cyber Monday sale is here, with tons of great holiday deals on toys, TVs, earbuds, robot vacuums, gaming monitors and more.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite current Walmart deals below, all of which are still on sale at the price indicated as of the time of this writing. (A couple of products have gone out of stock, and are marked as such at the bottom.) But don’t delay: Stock is limited, and most sale prices end tonight!

Out of stock

These earlier deals are currently out of stock.

If you’re running an older version of Windows and want to upgrade to something newer or are building a new PC, then you’ll likely want to aim for Windows 11. Unfortunately, it’s a very expensive OS, and if you grab it from Microsft, you’re going to be putting down a considerable $200 to get it. Luckily, there’s an excellent Cyber Monday deal from StackSocial that drops the Windows 11 Pro license down to just $23. That’s a low price for a lifetime license, so definitely grab it while the deal lasts.

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 going on right now you won’t have a problem finding an affordable one.

While a lot of Black Friday deals just continue right through Cyber Monday these days, there’s a genuinely new price drop on the Apple Pencil 2 over at Amazon today. The second-gen Apple stylus is down to a new all-time low price of $80 there right now. That’s $49 off its retail price and $9 lower than we’ve seen it offered the last few days.

That 38% saving is available to anyone who wants it, with no discount codes or on-screen coupons, nor do you have to be an Amazon Prime subscriber. But you do need to act soon — there’s no indication of when this deal is going to end, which means it could sell out without warning.

The Apple Pencil is a great way to take notes and get creative when using an iPad, and the second-gen model is the best of the bunch with support for advanced features like tapping to change tools and more. It also magnetically connects to the side of compatible iPads to wirelessly charge and pair, ensuring that it’s always charged and ready to go when inspiration strikes. The second-gen Apple Pencil works with the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (third-, fourth-, fifth- and sixth-gen models); iPad Pro 11-inch (first-, second-, third- and fourth-gen models); iPad Air (fourth- and fifth-gen models); and the sixth-gen iPad Mini.

With Amazon’s Cyber Monday sale well underway, there are plenty of discounts across other Apple products this year. If you haven’t yet taken the plunge on a new iPad, be sure to check out our roundup of the best Cyber Monday iPad deals you can buy.

The 7-3 Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC West, but are coming off a loss to the Eagles last week on Monday Night Football. The 5-6 Raiders also lost last week and are in danger of falling out of the AFC playoff race.

These two AFC West rivals meet in Las Vegas on Sunday in a game that could have a lasting impact on the divisional race down the stretch, especially with the Broncos suddenly entering the picture by winning four straight to get to 5-5.

The Chiefs and Raiders kick off in Las Vegas at 1:25 p.m. PT (4:25 p.m. ET) on CBS. We’ll show you how you can watch, even if the game isn’t available on your local CBS channel.

The gridiron clash will be shown on TV in the Kansas City and Las Vegas areas (according to 506 Sports) on live TV streaming services, but there may be cases where you’re blocked because of an internet location glitch, or you just want an added layer of privacy for streaming. There’s an option that doesn’t require subscribing to something like NFL Sunday Ticket or NFL Plus, or searching the internet for a sketchy website: You can use a virtual private network, or VPN.

Here’s how you can watch the game from anywhere in the US with a VPN.

Read more: NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games and RedZone With or Without Cable

Chiefs vs. Raiders: When and where?

For Week 12 of the NFL season, the Raiders host the Chiefs at 4:25 p.m. ET (1:25 p.m. PT) on Sunday. The game is set to take place at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada, home of the Raiders.

How to watch the Chiefs vs. Raiders game online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view the game locally due to incorrectly applied blackout restrictions, you may need a different way to watch the game and that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, plus it’s a great idea for when you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout 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 and Canada, as long as you’ve got a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should 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 deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

How to watch Chiefs vs. Raiders in the US

This week’s Chiefs-Raiders game is on CBS, so in addition to a VPN, you’ll need a live TV streaming service that carries a local CBS affiliate that’s broadcasting the game. The good news for football fans is that CBS is available on most of the major streaming services. The least expensive option is Paramount Plus.

Numerous other live TV streaming services carry local CBS stations as well, namely YouTube TV, Hulu Plus Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Fubo. They all cost far more than Paramount Plus, but they also carry many live channels, including football broadcasting channels like Fox and ESPN. Check out our live TV streaming services guide for details.

If you live in an area where the game is being broadcast, an over-the-air antenna connected to your TV provides another option for CBS. The best part about antennas is that there are no streaming or monthly fees required, though you will need to make sure you have good reception.

Quick tips for streaming Chiefs vs. Raiders game using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — experience and success 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 an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like 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 site 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.
• And 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 normally recommend Brave.