Is it a brave thing to accept the reality of your own limitations when you’ve tried for years and sunk significant resources into trying to surpass them? Maybe. But it’s not so much that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has necessarily demonstrated bravery by finally, after all this time, admitting that Cortana will never best Amazon’s Alexa or Google Assistant in the digital assistant wars as he admitted during a media event in recent days at Microsoft’s Redmond campus. Or by Microsoft finally sunsetting Windows 10 Mobile for good and even going so far as to nudge its users into shifting to iOS or Android instead.

Even the winners in technology only get so far by looking at the world through tech’s famed reality-distortion field, while for everyone else — well, a little bit of refreshing honesty never hurt anyone, especially in an industry built on the hubris and network effects that leave room for only a few top dogs.

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1. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones
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Microsoft tells last remaining mobile customers to switch to iPhone or Android originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 15:15:49 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you buy a new iPad Pro right now from Apple, you’re going to pay full price. This obviously shouldn’t come as much of a surprise considering Apple almost never discounts its products. That’s why you shouldn’t buy this stuff at Apple! Instead, head over to Amazon where you’ll find that every current iPad Pro model has been discounted. The 10.5-inch Apple iPad Pro gets a discount of up to $100 for the 256GB model, and the smaller 64GB model is on sale for just $610.99. Then the 11-inch Apple iPad Pro with Face ID starts at just $729, and the 12.9-inch model gets a discount of up to $100 as well. These deals definitely won’t last, so grab one while you still can.

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch)

• 10.5-inch Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone, and wide color
• A10X Fusion chip
• Touch ID fingerprint sensor
• 12MP back camera, 7MP FaceTime HD front camera
• Four speaker audio
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi and LTE cellular data
• Up to 10 hours of battery life

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray: $610.99

Apple iPad Pro (11-inch)

• 11-inch edge-to-edge Liquid Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone, and wide color
• A12X Bionic chip with Neural Engine
• Face ID for secure authentication and Apple Pay
• Four speaker audio with wider stereo sound
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi
• Up to 10 hours of battery life
• USB-C connector for charging and accessories

Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray (Latest Model): $729.00

Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch)

• 12.9-inch edge-to-edge Liquid Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone, and wide color
• A12X Bionic chip with Neural Engine
• Face ID for secure authentication and Apple Pay
• Four speaker audio with wider stereo sound
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Gigabit-class LTE cellular data
• Up to 10 hours of battery life
• USB-C connector for charging and accessories

Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB) – Space Gray (Latest Model): $1,199.00

BGR Top Deals:

1. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones
2. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon

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1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
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New iPad Pros start at just $611 in this special Amazon sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 14:46:04 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Your mind is undoubtedly focused on the fact that you’ve made it to the home stretch and the weekend is almost here. Before you settle in and binge watch the latest season of your favorite show though, you should definitely scroll through today’s roundup of the best paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free for a limited time. We’ve selected the six best options out of hundreds of apps that went on sale on Friday, and they’re all listed below. Be sure to download them now though, because these sales could end at any moment.

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BGR Top Deals:

1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones

Trending Right Now:

1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
2. Leak reveals yet another way the Galaxy S10 will outshine Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Note 9
3. New ‘Avengers: Endgame’ theory sheds light on a mystery from ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’

6 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on January 18th originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 14:17:52 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Before you rush out and buy a bunch of pricey Philips Hue bulbs to start your smart lighting setup, we’ve got another option you should definitely consider. The MagicLight WiFi Smart Light Bulb is just as good as Philips Hue’s $50 multicolor bulb, but it only costs $17. For that price you get a great smart light that supports 16 million colors, app control, Alexa and Google Assistant, and plenty more!

MagicLight WiFi Smart Light Bulb, Dimmable, Multicolor, Wake-Up Lights, No Hub Required, Magic…: $16.95

Here are the highlights from the product page:

• Compatible with Alexa & Google Assistant: Voice Control your MagicLight WiFi light bulb with your Amazon Echo or Echo Dot and Google Home Assistant
• Works with IFTTT: DIY Your WiFi Light Bulb Depending on Various Events by Connecting it to IFTTT
• Works with iOS/Android: Personalize Your WiFI Smart Lights to Match Your Mood, Control Your Smart WiFi Lights Bulb Remotely When You are not at Home
• Various Scene Modes: Color Palette, Group Control, Sunlight, Music Mode, Timer, Sunrise, Sunset, Dimmable, MIC Function, DIY Mode, Scene Mode, Energy Saving……
• Application: This is a WiFi enabled light bulb, no hub required. Multiple lighting patterns, suitable for a showcase, residential, office, hotel, shop, exhibition room, landscaping, indoor, home etc.

MagicLight WiFi Smart Light Bulb, Dimmable, Multicolor, Wake-Up Lights, No Hub Required, Magic…: $16.95

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1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones

Trending Right Now:

1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
2. Leak reveals yet another way the Galaxy S10 will outshine Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Note 9
3. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline

You can get 3 of these multicolor smart LED bulbs for the price of one Philips Hue bulb originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 13:48:21 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Without question, Netflix is still growing at an impressive clip. During the company’s earnings report yesterday, the streaming giant revealed that it added 8.8 million new subscribers during the holiday quarter. Notably, nearly 84% of that subscriber growth came from overseas.

Eventually, though, subscriber growth will begin to plateau, which is to say that the company will need to find other ways to boost revenue. One obvious solution is to increase the price of a monthly subscription, something Netflix did just a few days ago. In case you missed it, Netflix this week announced its biggest price hike in history, with the basic plan jumping from $7.99 to $8.99 a month, the standard plan jumping from $10.99 to $12.99 a month, and the premium plan jumping from $13.99 to $15.99 a month.

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BGR Top Deals:

1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones

Trending Right Now:

1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
2. Leak reveals yet another way the Galaxy S10 will outshine Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Note 9
3. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline

Study suggests Netflix’s new price increase will send subscribers fleeing originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 13:19:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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I am not joking or even exaggerating a tiny little bit when I say that I will never cook steak again without my trusty Meater True Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer. Seriously, it’s just too great to be without. The Meater completely takes the guesswork out of cooking steak, or any other meat for that matter. Just stick it into a piece of meat like you would any other meat thermometer and pop it on the grill, in a pan, in the oven, or anywhere else. The Meater connects to your phone and provides real-time internal temperature readings, and it notifies you as soon as your meat gets to the exact temperature you want!

MEATER Up to 33 Feet Original True Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer for the Oven Grill Kitchen B…: $69.00

Here’s more info from the product page:

• ► 100% Wire-Free: No wires. No fuss. The first truly wireless smart meat thermometer. Monitor your cook using the FREE app available for iOS / Android smart phones and tablets.
• ► 2 Sensors, 1 Probe: Dual temperature sensors can monitor internal meat temperature up to 212°F and ambient / external temperature up to 527°F simultaneously.
• ► Guided Cook System: Walks you through every step of the cooking process to guarantee perfect and consistent results. You can also set up custom alerts / notifications based on temperature and/or time.
• ► Advanced Estimator Algorithm: Can estimate how long to cook and rest your food to help plan your meal and manage your time.
• ► Connectivity Suite: Monitor your cook from a phone, tablet, Alexa, computer, over Bluetooth, WiFi, or the MEATER Cloud for the best wireless range.

MEATER Up to 33 Feet Original True Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer for the Oven Grill Kitchen B…: $69.00

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1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones

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2. Leak reveals yet another way the Galaxy S10 will outshine Samsung’s Galaxy S9 and Note 9
3. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline

I refuse to ever cook steak again without this awesome $69 device originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 12:50:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Much has been written about Marvel’s MCU timeline now that the first Spider-Man: Far From Home trailers were released because Marvel fans are still debating whether Avengers: Endgame happens before or after the new Spider-Man movie. We actually now have not one but two trailers, by the way. There’s one for the US and one for certain international markets, and you have to see both of them. I already told you that the Far From Home undoubtedly takes place after Endgame in the Marvel Cinematic Universe timeline, considering what Sony and Marvel executives have said in the past. Now, a new theory perfectly supports that idea.

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1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Save $50 on Sony’s newest and most beloved wireless noise cancelling headphones

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1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
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3. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline

New ‘Avengers: Endgame’ theory sheds light on a mystery from ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 12:21:44 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It has now gotten to the point where I actually cannot remember what life was like before I got my Oster Dura Ceramic Air Fryer. Seriously, I use it at least once a week. It’s by far the best air fryer we’ve ever tested here at BGR, but it’s also so much more than that. It’s a roaster, a grill, it can saute, and it can even bake. It’s basically the Instant Pot of air fryers, and it’s back in stock right now on Amazon. This model will cost $160 if you buy it direct from Oster, but Amazon’s offering it right now for just $129, or $125.95 if you clip the on-site coupon!

Oster Dura Ceramic Air Fryer, Large/3L, Black: $125.95

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• This Oster air fryer air-fries to the perfect crispiness for the taste and texture of fried food, using only a tablespoon or less of oil for a healthier alternative
• Hot air fryer has a titanium-infused coating that cooks food 30% faster and is 8 times more durable than regular nonstick coatings; it’s also PTFE- and PFOA-free, and easy to clean
• Dual cooking method uses a tilt motion, fan assisted convection, and radiated heat conduction- heating elements above and below the bowl-to expose food to circulating heat, and cook it evenly
• LCD screen lets you set cooking time and temperature; unit shuts off automatically when food is done
• Large, 3 liter capacity lets you cook more at a time

Oster Dura Ceramic Air Fryer, Large/3L, Black: $125.95

BGR Top Deals:

1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Amazon is offering rare discounts on the most popular Apple Watch Series 4 models

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Save $34 on the Instant Pot of air fryers originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 11:52:57 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The nation’s top consumer electronics retailer is off to a strong start in 2019. Best Buy has already launched several big sales just three weeks into the new year, and now a new one has popped up that Apple fans are definitely going to want to check out. Called simply and appropriately the “Apple Shopping Event,” the limited-time sale offers solid discounts on a bunch of different popular Apple products. There are also some solid trade-in offers on the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPad Pro, and the Retina MacBook Air. You can shop the full sale right here on Best Buy’s website, or check out our picks below for the 10 best deals in Best Buy’s big sale.

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BGR Top Deals:

1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Amazon is offering rare discounts on the most popular Apple Watch Series 4 models

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1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
2. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline
3. Photo battle between the iPhone and the Pixel has a surprising winner

Best Buy is running another big Apple sale – here are the 10 best deals originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 11:23:38 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We’ve got one last daily deals roundup for you to check out this week, and you are most definitely not going to want to miss it. Highlights include the best price ever on the best wireless charger ever, surprise sales on two different Instant Pot models, a $50 discount on the Sony wireless noise cancelling headphones everyone flips out over if you buy refurbs, a great discount on the ever-popular Nest Learning Thermostat, $75 off the Alexa compatible Roomba 690 robot vacuum, up to $100 off iPad Pro tablets, a full-fledged Chrome OS computer the size of a flash drive, rare discounts on Apple Watch Series 4 models, a $30 LED light strip that’s just as good as the $50 Philips Hue version, and plenty more. See all of today’s best bargains below.

Anker Fast Wireless Charger, 10W Wireless Charging Stand, Qi-Certified, Compatible iPhone XR/Xs…: $17.99

Instant Pot DUO60 6 Qt 7-in-1 Multi-Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker,…: $87.99

Instant Pot DUO Plus 60, 6 Qt 9-in-1 Multi- Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Ric…: $119.95

Sony WH1000XM3 Bluetooth Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones, Black WH-1000XM3/B (Certified Ref…: $299.99

Nest (T3007ES) Learning Thermostat, Easy Temperature Control for Every Room in Your House, Stai…: $210.00

iRobot Roomba 690 Robot Vacuum with Wi-Fi Connectivity, Works with Alexa, Good for Pet Hair, Ca…: $299.99

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray: $610.99

Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray (Latest Model): $729.00

Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB) – Space Gray (Latest Model): $1,199.00

ASUS CHROMEBIT CS10 Stick-Desktop PC with RockChip 3288-C 2 GB LPDDR3L 16 GB eMMC Google Chrome…: $85.36

SanDisk Ultra 128GB microSDXC UHS-I card with Adapter – 100MB/s U1 A1 – SDSQUAR-128G-GN6MA: $19.30

Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS, 40mm) – Silver Aluminium Case with White Sport Band: $384.99

Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS, 44mm) – Space Gray Aluminium Case with Black Sport Band: $414.99

MagicLight LED Strip Lights, WiFi Wireless Smart Phone Controlled Light Strip Kit 16.4ft 150led…: $29.95

Logitech Harmony Smart Control with Smartphone App and Simple All In One Remote – Black: $69.95

BGR Top Deals:

1. Ditch the dongles with this 65-inch 4K Roku TV, now $400 off from Amazon
2. Amazon is offering rare discounts on the most popular Apple Watch Series 4 models

Trending Right Now:

1. Google Maps is about to get one of Waze’s best features
2. Photo battle between the iPhone and the Pixel has a surprising winner
3. It’s time to set the record straight when it comes to ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and the MCU timeline

Today’s best deals: Surprise Instant Pot sale, Sony noise cancelling headphones, Nest, Roomba, more originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 18 Jan 2019 at 10:54:52 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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