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Samsung announces Home Connectivity Alliance, Home Hub, and more for the home at CES 2022
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Ring Alarm 8-piece kit
Amazon.com is currently letting you save up lots of money on Ring security products to help you keep your home or business safe. First up, we have the Ring Alarm 8-piece kit available for $188 after receiving a 25 percent discount that will get you $62 savings. This home smart security system with optional 24/7 professional monitoring works with Alexa, so you can ask your digital assistant to sound your alarms, disable them, or whatever you want.
The Ring Alarm 8-piece kit is perfect for houses with one or two bedrooms, as the kit includes one base station, one keypad, four contact sensors, one motion detector, and one range extender. This product will also send you mobile notifications when your system is triggered, and you also get the chance to change your Alarm modes and monitor all your Ring devices through the Ring app.
You can also be concerned about what happens outside your home. in that case, you should consider the Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro with Bird’s Eye View and 3D Motion Detection that sells for $200 after scoring a $50 discount that represents 20 percent savings. And if you want something even more affordable without smart functionality, you can also consider checking out the Solar Motion Sensor Outdoor Light that sells for $16; after the latest $12 discount that comes when you enter promo code TUSQ24T7.
Ring Alarm 8-piece kit
Keep your home safe with the Ring Alarm 8-piece kit that comes with one base station, one keypad, four contact sensors, one motion detector, one range extender, and tons of cool features.
Samsung Galaxy S21
This year’s Samsung Galaxy S22 series is undoubtedly one of the coolest smartphones in the market, but its predecessor is also a nice option to consider for those interested in purchasing a Samsung device. For instance, you can get the Samsung Galaxy S21 unlocked for just $520. However, this price tag is only possible because these are refurbished models that may come with a couple of scratches and dents. But don’t worry. They’re fully functional and then come backed up by Woot’s 90-day warranty.
Remember that the Samsung Galaxy S21 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, 256GB storage, Adreno 660 graphics, an IP67 rating, and other great features. However, this deal will be gone at midnight or when these devices sell out.
You can also consider checking out the latest Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, which are also available in refurbished condition for just $249, which translates to $130 savings, representing 34 percent savings. And the best part is that you can choose to get them either from eBay or Bose’s official website.
Samsung Galaxy S21
The Samsung Galaxy S21 looks almost identical to its successor, so it is still a cool option to consider for those who want to get their hands on a Samsung Galaxy phone.
Samsung The Premiere
Next up, we have an amazing offer for those who want to take their media experience to the next level, as Samsung’s The Premier ultra-short throw 4K smart laser projector is now available for $2,998 after receiving a 14 percent discount that will get you more than $500 savings.
Samsung’s The Premiere Ultra Short Throw 4K Smart Laser Projector will give you amazing image quality that will take up the space of a 120-inch canvas that will help you enjoy cinematic picture quality from 4K UHD Ultra Bright Laser and 4K resolution with 2200 lumens. Plus, you will also enjoy all the goodies of a smart TV thanks to its Tyzen software and don’t worry, you can also connect your Fire TV Stick to it in case you want another way to take advantage of this amazing image quality.
And if you want something a bit more affordable, you can also consider the BenQ TK700 4K HDR 16ms Low Input Lag Gaming DLP Projector that sells for $1,299 after scoring a $200 discount. Or check out the latest deals available at Samsung.com, where you will find Samsung’s Class Neo QLED 4K Smart TV and the Frame on sale.
Samsung The Premiere
Samsung’s The Premiere Ultra Short Throw 4K Smart Laser Projector features laser technology to let you enjoy cinematic picture quality from 4K UHD Ultra Bright Laser and 4K resolution with 2200 lumens.
ASUS ROG Strix NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Heading over to the gaming department, we have spotted some deals on a couple of graphic cards, starting with the ASUS ROG Strix NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti which is now available for $1,400 after receiving a 15 percent discount that translates to $250 savings. Or check out the more affordable ASUS TUF Gaming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti that goes for $1,250 after a $300 discount that represents 19 percent savings.
The ASUS ROG Strix NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti features an Axial-tech dan design with three fans to help your PC keep its cool and to help your battle station deliver top performance all the time.
ASUS ROG Strix NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
The ASUS ROG Strix NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti features one of the world’s fastest, most efficient GPUs; the all-new Ampere SM brings 2X the FP32 throughput and improved power efficiency, third-generation Tensor cores, and support for 8K resolution.
HORI Force Feedback Racing Wheel
Finally, we have the HORI Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX that has been specifically designed for the Xbox Series S and Series X. This product has been officially licensed by Microsoft, so you don’t have to worry about compatibility or any other thing that doesn’t have to do with you enjoying your racing games. It is now available for $253 after a 16 percent discount.
The HORI Force Feedback Racing Wheel DLX features realistic force feedback, a security mount with a sturdy clamp system, a full-sized racing wheel, and pedals with metal paddle shifters optimized for authentic racing simulation and more.
HORI Force Feedback Racing Wheel
Improve your gaming experience with the HORI Force Feedback Racing Wheel that will help you enjoy your racing games thanks to its realistic force feedback.
We all love our electronics, but once they get old, slow down, or break, we automatically think of replacing and repairing them. In the case of an old item, it’s often more expensive to go through the hassle of replacing and repairing, and it’s often cheaper to upgrade to a new product. That’s also more profitable to companies, but let’s not forget about the environment, which is full of rubbish that individuals and organizations haven’t appropriately recycled.
Upgrading isn’t always the easier option. You must be aware of your options before attempting to get rid of your old electronics, including large appliances, smartphones, TVs, refrigerators, tablets, desktop computers, laptops, and more.
According to the Global E-Waste Monitor, only 15% of the 6.9 million metric tons of e-waste was collected back in 2019 in the United States. The rest of the e-waste was dumped into landfills or, as with most other rubbish, shipped overseas, where it gets dismantled by underpaid workers.
Don’t forget about privacy
Before selling, donating, or getting rid of your electronic devices such as laptops, tablets, or smartphones with onboard storage, make sure that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to properly factory reset the device, or ensure that no personal and confidential information is left on it that you wouldn’t want others to see.
It’s worth remembering that simply doing a factory reset on a device isn’t always enough to remove all of the files on the hard drive, and they can still be recovered with special software and tools. It’s best to use the official factory reset option to wipe the device and then use another third-party tool to repeat the process. If you’re getting rid of a smartphone, we recommend you remove the SIM card before selling it or recycling it.
Try to donate or resell
If your device is still in working condition, why not take the extra step and list it online? After all, just because it may be too slow for you, it may be precisely what someone else needs. If the device still functions and operates normally, you could give it to a friend or family members, or even donate it to a school. There are also many charities that will gladly take any and all working devices and provide them to those who need them the most.
eBay, Swappa, Decluttr, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist are all great websites that let you list your old items, and earn a buck or two. It’s also important to keep in mind that some retailers and manufacturers might also allow you trade-in your old device in exchange for in-store or online credit. You could use the money towards another new, shiny item and let the company refurbish and get rid of your old electronics safely and responsibly.
Before you go ahead and trade-in your old device, you might want to read my Apple trade-in nightmare story, and see why it might be better to sell it yourself.
Donate
- Computers with Causes: sends technology to individuals who need specific items.
- World Computer Exchange: sends refurbished desktops and laptops to schools, community centers, universities, schools, and even developing countries.
- Globetops: lets you decide who you want to donate your refurbished products to, or you can let them decide.
- Here is a useful list of charities that let you donate old electronics.
Batteries
- Call2Recycle: lets you drop off, ship, and explore your options for responsibly recycling batteries.
- BigGreenBox: can recycle batteries for you starting at $36.
Look for recycling certifications
As it currently stands, there are two certificate programs in the US for companies to recycle electronics. There are the e-Stewards, and the Responsible Recycling (R2) certificates. Both programs use best management practices, and offer a way to assess the environmental, worker health and safety, and security practices of entities managing used electronics (via EPA). Companies certified by e-Stewards are required to meet more stringent rules than those of R2, and it prevents entities from exporting hazardous materials to other countries.
Let the others do the work for you
Recycling electronics isn’t exactly cheap, but it’s good to know that you have options if you don’t have a way to transport large appliances, or don’t want to hassle with all processes. You can pay a flat fee to any of the companies mentioned below. However, you’ll still often be required to unplug machines and make sure that staff members can quickly gain access to selected applications and can be taken away.
BestBuy
While BestBuy may be on the pricey side, it will haul-away up to two large products (including TVs, major appliances, all-in-one computers, and monitors, along with an unlimited number of smaller products, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, headphones, and more. BestBuy’s Haul-Away service costs $199.99, and the company promises that it will responsibly and safely recycle all products. The service costs 20% less for those with a BestBuy’s Totaltech subscription, and it will be available for $159.
If you’re interested in the terms and conditions, and want to see the list of products that the company is happy to get rid of for you, you can visit this site for more information.
BestBuy
Haul-Away Service
The BestBuy Haul-Away Service costs $199.99, or $159 if you have a Totaltech subscription. The service includes two large items and an unlimited number of smaller products.
Samsung
Samsung is one of the best companies for getting rid of old smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, especially if they’re Samsung. The company often offers insanely high prices for old electronics. You might want to trade-in and upgrade to a new Galaxy smartphone, Galaxy tablet, or a Galaxy Watch smartwatch. You can check the trade-in options at Samsung.com.
Samsung
Trade-in and Upgrade
Samsung offers some of the best and highest prices for old and used Galaxy smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches. You can easily trade-in your old device and upgrade, while saving a buck or two, and protecting the environment.
Apple
Apple isn’t the best company to trade-in, but it could help you recoup some of your previous investments, and it does offer an environment-friendly method to recycle electronics. Apple offers up to $630 for smartphones (including Android phones), up to $680 for tablets, up to $2,720 for computers, and up to $170 for smartwatches.
Apple
Trade-in and Upgrade
Apple offers an environment-friendly method to recycle electronics and offers a great trade-in value for Apple-branded devices, but it’s far from the best company that offers the best value and customer service.
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