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The ESP32 can seem overwhelming at first because there are so many projects to try with it. However, you can start out super simple, like the three projects below. These three ESP32 projects are perfect for beginners and can easily be completed in a weekend.

The Mac mini and Mac Studio both have such strong reputations as local AI computers that they faced months-long shortages, but both mini PCs just received fresh upgrades—and price hikes. Apple has introduced a new Mac mini as its first computer with an M6 chip, and a Mac Studio with an equally fresh M5 Ultra billed as its "most powerful chip ever."

Even though I lived in the time before Google Maps, I still find it hard to imagine how people ever got anywhere or found anyone without it. That got me thinking about how much Google Maps has changed over the years. I decided to try to recreate what it was like using Google Maps 20 years ago, when it was still in its infancy.

When you switch on your 3D printer for the first time, set it up, and load your first spool of filament and get ready to go, you're probably wondering what you should print first.

SAVE $50.01: As of August 25, get the DJI Power 1000 V2 Portable Power Station for $399.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $449.99. That's a discount of 11%.

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Summer may be on its way out, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't have a backup when it comes to power outages in your home. And if you're thinking about taking one last trip before the season comes to an end, you might want to make sure you can charge your devices when you go off-grid. This portable power station is a great pick for you to do just that, and you can save some serious cash, too.

As of August 25, get the DJI Power 1000 V2 Portable Power Station for $399.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $449.99. That's a discount of 11%.

SEE ALSO: The 8 best portable power stations to stay charged up at home and on the go

This compact, high-capacity portable power station can be charged by solar power or traditional power, recharging up to 80% in just 37 minutes, so you don't have to sit around and wait for juice. It can power up everything from saws and drills to phones and tablets, with just about anything you might need in between.

It has a 1024Wh LFP battery that powers its near-silent operation (just 26 dB when in use), and it can keep all your devices running smoothly even when your home is without electricity. It has dual 140W USB-C ports to offer 40% more power than its competition as well, so you're well covered if you happen to need additional power for multiple items.

This lightweight power station is an excellent option to keep on reserve should you need it, and a great companion for having around if you want to be able to stay off-grid while still using electronic devices. It's especially good to pick up at this price, so grab it while you can.

I've been searching for the perfect weather app for years. I've tried just about every popular option on the Play Store, and while some free weather apps are better than others, none of them quite get it right. The Google Weather app is the closest, but I don't use a Pixel phone. As it turns out, I don't need one.

If you're looking to set up a media server for your movie and TV library, Plex and Jellyfin are the two obvious choices, but I avoided choosing at all by running both together. It means I get a very powerful media server setup, and it doesn't cost me anything.

SAVE OVER $15: The XTEINK X3 is on sale for $63.19 at Amazon, down from the list price of $79. That's a 20% discount.

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If you’re looking for a bargain on an e-reader, you’d be forgiven for going straight to Kindle listings on Amazon. Just the word, Kindle, has become shorthand for leading e-reader tech — so much so that it’s easy to forget that there are alternatives available.

When we compiled a list of our nine favorite e-readers, only four of them were Kindles. And one of our non-Kindle favorites, the XTEINK, is currently discounted. As of Aug. 25, the XTEINK X3 is marked down to $63.19, a 20% saving off the regular list price of $79.

SEE ALSO: The Segway Navimow i110N robot lawn mower is down to its best-ever price at Amazon — save $300+

Now’s certainly a good time to look for Kindle alternatives. Amazon has quietly bumped up prices of its own devices across the board, including Fire Sticks, Echo speakers, and — yes — every type of Kindle. The price hikes are apparently related to what’s been dubbed RAMageddon, an AI-driven tech inflation. Some Kindles have increased by up to $50. 

The good news is that we recommend the XTEINK X3 as a slick, pocket-sized alternative. Indeed, it’s especially portable thanks to a 3.7-inch display and a weight of just 58 grams. It will even slip into your wallet. The big selling point is its built-in MagSafe-compatible magnet that attaches to MagSafe devices. In other words, it attaches to the back of your phone.

It comes equipped page turning buttons, though you can also shake it to turn to the next page. It also has a relatively low resolution of 259 ppi — and due to its size, it’s probably best to look elsewhere if you need big, chunky text — and 16MB of memory. The battery, meanwhile, should give you up to 10 hours of reading time.

Don’t miss the XTEINK X3 with 20% off — now priced at $63.19 for an overall saving of $15.81.

SAVE $163.58: As of Aug. 25, the Samsung 75-inch M70H Mini-LED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $566.41. That's a savings of over 22% from its $729.99 list price (although Amazon sells it short) and a new record low.

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College football kicks off this week, with the new NFL season not far behind. In other words, now would be a good time to replace your dull, dim, or broken old set. You don't need to spend a fortune anymore to invest in something better — especially since this 2026 Samsung model is down to its best price ever.

As of Aug. 25, you can upgrade to the Samsung 75-inch M70H Mini-LED 4K TV for only $566.41. While Amazon sells the deal a bit short, that's actually over 22% off its full list price of $729.99 (as seen on the Samsung website) and its lowest price on record.

The M70H goes beyond your basic LED TV, featuring a Mini LED display with loads of tiny LED bulbs for brighter, more vibrant colors and richer contrast. While it's not as impressive as an OLED TV, it's definitely a whole lot better for your budget.

Other features include HDR 10+, Motion Xcelerator and DLG 120Hz for gaming, Samsung's Tizen operating system, and a generalized soccer mode that gives you a "stadium-like experience from your living room" with optimized settings for clearer motion and more vibrant details. While it's designed with soccer in mind, we think it'll work pretty grand for football as well.

Mini LED TV prices have been dropping in recent years while improving in quality. You'll be surprised at how good the Samsung M70H is for just $566.41.

Well, that was fast. A day after rumors broke that Apple was preparing new Mac devices for release, the company announced it's refreshing its desktop computer lineup. Today, the company surprise-announced a new Mac mini with the new M6 chip and a Mac Studio with the new M5 Ultra chip, its most powerful processor yet.

The new chips offer "the next giant leap in performance and AI compute," said Sri Santhanam, Apple’s vice president of Silicon Engineering Group, in a press release. Both Macs come in a second configuration with the existing M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, respectively.

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The M6 Mac mini has a Dual 16-core Neural Engine that offers up to twice the performance of older Mac minis to power through everyday on-device AI tasks. It starts at $899 with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The M5 Pro version starts at $1,699. This year, Mac mini desktops have become a popular choice for people running AI agents, and the devices have sometimes been hard to find in stock.

The M5 Ultra Mac Studio has up to a 36-core CPU and 80-core GPU with up to a whopping 512GB of unified memory. Johny Srouji, Apple’s chief hardware officer, billed it as "the ultimate desktop for on-device AI and the world’s most demanding pro workflows." It starts at $5,499 with a 30-core CPU, 64-core GPU, and 36GB of memory plus 512GB of storage. The new M5 Max Mac Studio starts at $2,499.

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Both new desktops are available for preorder ahead of their Aug. 22 launch.

These announcements come ahead of Apple's annual September hardware event, where the company is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 series, a new foldable iPhone, updated smart home devices, and new Apple Watches.

After setting up a NAS, it is easy to assume that your data is protected because the storage pool has redundancy, snapshots are enabled, or another NAS is receiving copies of your files. Those features can protect against particular failures, but they do not prove that your backup can be restored when you need it.

TL;DR: Backbone is celebrating Xbox's 25th anniversary with a limited-edition Backbone Pro controller, available in three heritage-inspired colorways — crystal clear, iconic blue, and bold orange — sold as a blind box, so buyers won't know which color they're getting until they open it. It ships Oct. 20 for $159.99 and is available for preorder through Backbone and Best Buy.

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Backbone's marking Xbox's 25th birthday with a controller that comes down to pure luck — you won't know which color you're getting until you open the box. The Backbone Pro Xbox 25th Anniversary Edition is a limited-run mobile controller built around Xbox's design history.

The anniversary edition comes in three heritage-inspired colorways: crystal clear, iconic blue, and bold orange, each referencing the early era of Xbox hardware, back when consoles and controllers felt like things worth collecting and showing off. You can't choose your colorway in advance, and it's only available while supplies last.

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The controller's built to work well beyond your console. It supports Xbox Cloud Gaming, so you can stream games from anywhere, and it comes with one free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for eligible new subscribers, unlocking access to hundreds of titles right out of the box. If you'd rather stick to your existing console library, Xbox Remote Play lets you stream your own games directly from your Xbox instead. Either way, you're set up to play games like Halo Infinite, Forza Horizon 6, and Minecraft from day one.

Underneath the nostalgic packaging, this is still a Backbone Pro controller, so you're getting the same premium build the line's known for. That includes full-size ALPS joysticks, re-mappable rear buttons, and laser-etched grips built for comfort and precision. You can connect via USB-C for low-latency, wired play, or go wireless over Bluetooth to use it with tablets, laptops, VR headsets, or smart TVs, with up to 40 hours of battery life on a charge.

The Backbone Pro Xbox 25th Anniversary Edition starts shipping Oct. 20 for $159.99. It'll be sold in limited quantities through preorders from Backbone and Best Buy, with availability limited to the regions Backbone normally ships to.

The end of Google Assistant is in sight. Starting on September 3, 2026, Google Assistant will be discontinued on some devices. While the rollout will happen over several weeks, if you use Google Assistant, there are some things you should do before Google Assistant completely disappears.

Are electric dirt bikes finally ready to replace traditional gas-powered machines? We explore the rapid rise of e-motos and compare them with gas dirt bikes. Featuring the Segway Xaber 300 and real-world racing insights from events like the Red Bull Erzberg Rocket Ride, we cover both the game-changing advantages and current limitations, like range and charging infrastructure. Are you sticking with gas forever, or are you ready to make the switch to electric?

Pocket eReaders (aka a "purse Kindle") like the Xteink X4 have gone viral for good reason: there's an allure to having your favorite eBooks on hand in an extremely easy-to-carry form. To me, however, Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the ideal pocket eReader.

At this point, the foldable iPhone is the biggest open secret in Silicon Valley. Apple kept a tight lid on its first-ever foldable phone right up until dropping the iOS 27 developer beta, which includes some direct and indirect references to the iPhone Ultra (also rumored to be called the iPhone Fold, iPhone Ultra Fold, or something else entirely).

Early adopters already love foldables — and they have plenty of options — but Apple's been notably absent from the genre. However, don't count Apple out. The company has a history of showing up late to the party and then absolutely cornering the market, as it did with AirPods and iPhones.

So, as we await official details, here's everything we know about the first foldable iPhone, including the latest rumors, specifications, release date, and pricing.

When will the iPhone Ultra be released?

Apple holds an annual September iPhone launch event, and we fully expect the iPhone Ultra to be announced at this upcoming event.

We think the iPhone Ultra will arrive on store shelves in fall 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. Numerous rumors pointed to this over the last year. However, while Apple traditionally releases all of its new iPhones in September, the Ultra might not be ready right away.

A tech analyst named Tim Long recently claimed that shipments of the iPhone Ultra will begin in December of this year, not September, though Bloomberg's Mark Gurman threw cold water on this rumor. And Gurman seems to have a crystal ball looking right into Apple headquarters these days.

Reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the iPhone Ultra might follow the trajectory of the iPhone X, which was announced in September 2017 but took about a month and a half to actually hit the market.

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And most recently, a report out of Australia (via the Chinese supply chain) claimed that the iPhone Ultra will be available right after launch in the U.S., but might get rolled out to other markets a bit later.

Given the ongoing global memory shortage, last-minute delays are always possible, so we'll have to wait and see.

What's the iOS 27 beta telling us about the iPhone Ultra?

The iPhone Ultra isn't (yet) an official device. We do know a lot about it, but mostly via rumors, whispers, and reports coming out of Apple's supply chain.

But now, with the first iOS 27 developer beta, we have some actual clues about the iPhone Ultra's existence. Software researcher M1Astra dug through the code (via Bloomberg) and found code that determines whether a device is folded or unfolded. Strings like “mechanicalAngleDegrees” and “angleDegrees" point to Apple fine-tuning the experience depending on how widely a foldable device is open. Researcher Sam Henri Gold found similar clues in the code.

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That's not all. Certain widgets, such as Music, News, and Weather, can now be configured to take up the majority of the iPhone's display. That split-view doesn't make a ton of sense on a regular iPhone (you'd probably just want to have one app open instead), but on an iPhone Ultra, such a widget could occupy one side of the display while you do something else on the other.

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Then, at WWDC 2026, Apple's Senior VP of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi, pointed out a developer-specific feature called the Device Hub, which allows developers to simulate their apps in different screen configurations.

Finally, Macworld found references in the code suggesting a device that has both the Dynamic Island and a Touch ID; such a device does not exist today, but the iPhone Ultra is rumored to have both.

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The iPhone Ultra remains a mystery to some extent, of course, but we do have a very rough idea of what it could offer. Based on all the rumors and leaks, the iPhone Ultra will have a wider design than the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and the impressive Motorola Fold.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman predicts that the foldable iPhone will be a book-style foldable with four cameras — two on the back, one on the inside, and one front selfie camera. Gurman also predicted it would use Touch ID like the iPad Air and Pro, even though iPhones typically use Face ID. All the recent leaks back up Gurman's reporting.

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In fact, the smartphone market is already adapting to the expected size of the iPhone Ultra. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, which launched in July, is exactly that: A wider-than-usual foldable that looks like a proper tablet when unfolded. Huawei was the first to market with a wide foldable, though the Pura X Max is only available overseas.

The iPhone Ultra specs could look something like this:

• Displays: 7.8-inch inner OLED display, 5.5-inch outer OLED display

• Thickness: 9.5mm unfolded, 4.5mm when folded

• Security: Touch ID

• Processor: A20 processor

• Cameras: Dual rear cameras (48MP), dual inner/outer front cameras

• Price: $2,399

• Battery: At least 5,088 mAh

We've seen several reports claiming that Apple has invested heavily in the iPhone Ultra's display and hinge. It should be very durable, thin, and without a visible crease. Samsung Display is reportedly producing the OLED displays for the iPhone Ultra, as Samsung's got the best flexible display tech in the game. There's a reason Samsung released the Galaxy TriFold while the world is still waiting on the first foldable iPhone.

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported earlier this year that the iPhone Ultra would have a 7.8-inch inner display, a 5.5-inch outer display, and measure in at just 9 to 9.5mm of thickness. We heard another rumor in September 2025, which claimed the iPhone Ultra would look like two iPhone Airs put together, with a similar thickness of 5.6mm. Why the discrepancy between the two reports? It could be the difference between the device's thickness when folded and unfolded.

There's also talk about Apple using innovative tech to make the iPhone Ultra lighter and more durable than most foldables. These rumors include a report that the company is using liquid metal for the phone's hinge, which should improve durability.

In a recent update, Gurman claimed that some early testers were pleased with how the Ultra performed, in particular with its look and feel, as well as the quality of its hinge. The camera, which doesn't have a telephoto unit, left something to be desired, the report said. Gurman's report confirms a lot of these rumored specs, and he reports that early testers also liked the more iPad-like UX and homescreen layout on the Ultra.

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Up until recently, most of the tech world has simply called the unannounced device the "iPhone Fold" or "iPhone Ultra." However, since it's not a confirmed product yet, it's very possible that the phone will have a different name at launch.

With reports piling in, and most of them pointing to the "Ultra" name, we're going to use that until Apple officially tells us what the phone is called.

How much will the iPhone Ultra cost, and will people buy it?

The iPhone Ultra is likely to be expensive. An early estimate from research analyst Arthur Liao suggested the price tag for the Ultra — gulp — could come in around $2,399. That's in line with expectations in a new report from International Data Corporation (IDC). Last year, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the iPhone Ultra is likely to retail between $2,000 and $2,500; recently, Kuo narrowed that down to $2,300 — $2,500.

Despite the sizable cost (the flagship Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is priced at $1,999.99), sales expectations remain high. The IDC report estimated Apple would siphon one-third of the spending in the foldable market in 2026.

"But the real game-changer for the category comes at year-end when Apple enters the foldable space, projected to capture over 22% unit share and a staggering 34% of the foldables market value in its first year, thanks to an expected average price point of $2,400,” read the report.

In March, Mark Gurman claimed that Apple could classify the iPhone Ultra as an "Ultra" product (no surprise there), putting it in a higher price tier than other devices in its portfolio alongside other high-end machines like the Apple Watch Ultra. If the phone ends up costing at least $2,000 as expected, this would make sense.

The latest iPhone Ultra leaks

In December 2025, we saw lots of alleged iPhone Ultra renders circulating on social media, which all share a similar design. We'd take these with a grain of salt, of course.

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In February, a leaker known as Instant Digital posted some alleged renders of the iPhone to the Chinese social media site Weibo. Like most leaks, especially the ones pertaining to Apple, we can't confirm their authenticity. However, they line up with earlier reports of the overall look of the phone.

More recently, Apple leaker Sonny Dickson shared another potential iPhone Ultra render in March 2026.

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Dickson shared more purported dummy units of the iPhone Ultra in April, giving those renders a bit more physicality than they had before.

April was fairly bounteous in terms of iPhone Ultra leaks. Aside from Dickson's dummy units, YouTuber Vincent Zhong got his hands on the newly released (in Asia) Huawei Pura X Max Wide. This Chinese phone was one of the first real "wide foldables" to hit the market. It matches the overall design of iPhone Ultra leaks, and its screen dimensions are almost exactly the same as the alleged dimensions of the Ultra.

While the iPhone Ultra will almost certainly look different from Huawei's device, Zhong's hands-on video gives us a decent idea of what to expect from the iPhone Ultra as a physical object in your hands.

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We've also gotten some interesting dummy photos from tech leaker Majin Bu on X. In these photos, the dummy units look very similar to what we've seen in other recent leaks. In other words, it looks like a shorter, more book-style foldable than previous foldables. It looks like it'll also support MagSafe cases.

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In June, a leaker on Weibo known as Ice Universe claimed to have the ultimate prize, a photo of the actual iPhone Ultra in white, though we believe the device in the photo is merely a dummy unit.

What about the cameras and battery?

Instant Digital makes some interesting claims. Most notably, the report says the iPhone Ultra will have the largest-ever iPhone battery. (For reference, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is estimated to have a roughly 5,088 mAh battery.)

"The volume buttons are not on the left side," reads a translation of the post. "Instead, they are placed directly on the top of the right-side frame (similar to the volume button layout on the top of the iPad mini). This may take some getting used to for users’ typical phone habits."

The post also stated, "The rear dual camera + right-side microphone + flash are arranged horizontally. The camera module appears to be fully black and does not match the body color. Currently, the only confirmed color is white, but it is expected that Apple will launch two color options."

Other sources have confirmed the iPhone Ultra's dual-camera configuration, consisting of a regular and an ultra-wide camera.

What else do we know about the iPhone Ultra?

Beyond physical design, another recent report suggested you'll be able to run multiple apps side-by-side when the phone is unfolded, sort of like multitasking on iPadOS 26. However, by all accounts, this device will run iOS, not iPadOS, so you won't exactly get a full iPad experience from the iPhone Ultra. (Apps that are designed to run natively in iPadOS, for example, would not be compatible.)

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold vs Apple foldable iPhone: Specs and rumors

Finally, even though the iPhone Ultra is still in the realm of fantasy, there are already rumors about a follow-up, clamshell-style foldable from Apple, potentially called the iPhone Flip. That one probably isn't coming until next year at the earliest, though.

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The Moon is so close to its full phase, so on a clear night, visibility should be very good. Keep reading to find out what you might be able see on its surface tonight.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Tuesday, Aug. 25, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in its Waxing Gibbous phase, with 92% of its surface visible.

Without any visual aids, tonight you can see the Mares Vaporum and Tranquillitatis, and Fecunditatis. Binoculars will help you see these, plus the the Clavius Crater, the Mare Frigoris and the Mare Nectaris. Plus, if you have a telescope, you'll also be able to see the Apollo 11, 14 and 17 landing spots.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will take place on August 28.

What are Moon phases?

The Moon's appearance changes throughout the month as it moves through its different phases. It takes roughly 29.5 days for the Moon to complete one full cycle as it orbits Earth, according to NASA. The phase we see depends on the Moon's position relative to the Sun and Earth, which determines how much of its sunlit side is visible to us. Over the course of the cycle, the Moon changes from a slim crescent to a half Moon and eventually a Full Moon, before beginning the process again.

The eight phases are:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

Windows 11 does most of what I need it to do, but I've never been completely happy with some of its interface decisions. The taskbar feels too big and prominent, the Start menu shows me things I don't want, and I've grown tired of Windows putting familiar controls behind extra clicks.

SAVE $70: As of Aug. 25, the Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp is down to $79.99 at Amazon. That's 47% off its $149.99 list price.

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The Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp is down to its best-ever price: $79.99 at Amazon. That's a 47% discount, saving you $70.

What makes this lamp stand out is the way it splits the light into zones you can control separately. The head tilts and rotates (330° side to side, 60° up and down), so you can bounce light off the ceiling for a soft glow across the whole room, or aim it more directly for task lighting.

For mood-lighting, there are 77 preset scenes to choose from, so you're not stuck manually picking colors every time you want something different. There are also six modes built specifically for syncing with music, making it a solid pick if you want your lighting to react to whatever you're playing at a party or during a movie night.

SEE ALSO: New Apple HomePods with AI are coming. Everything we know.

It works with every smart home setup since it's Matter-certified, meaning it integrates with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit without extra gear. You can also link it up with other Govee lights, up to five of them within about 100 feet, so they can all sync colors and effects together across a room.

Setup is simple, too. The wires run through the poles, so you're just snapping pieces together, no tools needed. And the base is weighted, so it won't tip over even if you've got it sitting on carpet.

Get the Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp now for $79.99 at Amazon.

SAVE $50: As of Aug. 25, the Ninja Fireside360 Fire Pit & Heater is down to $404.99 with the on-page coupon at Amazon.

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The Ninja Fireside360 Fire Pit and Heater is down to its best-ever price: $404.99 at Amazon, thanks to an on-page coupon.

The fire pit delivers up to 80,000 BTUs of heat and offers three ways to use it — flame, heat, or both at once — while keeping smoke out of your eyes thanks to its smokeless design. Because it runs on propane instead of wood, there's no ash to clean up afterward and no smoke getting in your eyes or clinging to your clothes. It's built to be safe on grass, stone, or wood decking, so you don't have to stress about where you set it up.

Starting the Fireside360 is just a dial: turn it to ignite, adjust the flame height or heat level, and shut it off when you're done — instant on, instant off.

It's also built to handle sitting outside in all four seasons, and it comes with everything you need to get going out of the box: ceramic rocks for an authentic look, a quick start guide, and a battery, so there's no last-minute run to the store before your first fire.

Grab the Ninja Fireside360 for $404.99 at Amazon by selecting the on-page coupon.