Welcome to the weekend. Whether you’re working today or you’re free, we have a range of opportunities that might interest you. Most of these have been big hits throughout the week, which we’re resurfacing for you, although we’ve wrapped up some deals that have surfaced more recently. In terms of what to look forward to The edge, Samsung’s Unpacked event is happening this week. It’s all happening on Wednesday 10th August and based on rumours, we’re expecting new foldable phones and other gadgets as well as plenty of pre-order offers. Until then.
In the Epic Games Store on PCYou can play so much Far cry 6 how you fit into this weekend. The storefront is offering an extended free trial of Ubisoft’s latest open-world first-person shooter. offers Far cry 6 aren’t too uncommon these days (although the PC version offers fewer discounts than the console versions), and yet it’s really hard to beat the current cost: $0.00. The trial version of the game is also available Xbox and PlayStation Player. You do not need any PlayStation console subscription to access the free trial. On Xbox, however, you’ll need Xbox Live Gold (or the modern equivalent, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate).
We’re usually happy to provide context about the listings we promote so you can make an informed purchase. This is not so necessary for a freebie. It’s worth mentioning Far cry 6 delivers more of the great feel of combat and exploration. In Diego Arguello’s analysis of the game’s history, Far cry 6 is one of the few AAA games in Latin America, although its narrative and handling of cultural portrayals are hit or miss. If you can look past that, it could be a good use of your free time this weekend.
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Far cry 6 puts you in Yara’s Cuban-inspired locale. It’s the latest in Ubisoft’s open-world first-person shooter franchise.
If you’re planning to go on vacation this summer or just want to loaf around the house with a few books, the latest Kindle Paperwhite might be the perfect gadget to add to your repertoire. This model is $45 cheaper at Best Buy, costs $94.99 through Saturday night. That’s pretty much the lowest price we’ve sold the Kindle Paperwhite 2021 for.
Why this is the e-reader to buy over the previous generation Features USB-C charging, a larger 6.8-inch backlit display, and customizable screen color temperature. It shares water resistance with the last generation Paperwhite. Read our review.
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Amazon’s new Kindle Paperwhite features a 6.8-inch E Ink display with adjustable color temperature for night reading. It also features a faster processor, extra battery life, IPX8 waterproofing, and – finally – a USB-C port.
The Beats Fit Pro and Studio Buds have each returned to their Prime Day prices. Starting with the Fit Pro, those wireless buds with wingtips to stay in your ears during runs and other workouts are back $179.99 ($20 off) at Amazon. Not only are they great workout companions, but they have active noise cancellation (ANC), a transparency mode that lets you hear the sounds around you, and they can last up to six hours per charge with ANC. Read our review.
The Studio Buds are $99.99 ($50 off at Amazon) and also offer ANC and a transparency mode. Apple claims you’ll get up to eight hours of listening time per charge without ANC. My colleague Chris Welch said in his review that the ANC on the Studio Buds is worse than on the Fit Pro. Both the Fit Pro and Studio Buds include a charging case with a USB-C connector, although it’s important to note that neither option supports wireless charging. Read our review.
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The Beats Fit Pro earbuds have built-in wingtips that help keep them secure while running and exercising. They also have excellent noise cancellation and their sound has just the right amount of bass and kick to keep you motivated.
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Beats Studio Buds offer support for iOS and Android, with noise cancellation, a comfortable fit, and good sound quality for the price. These don’t all have the same features as AirPods, but their broader compatibility might make them a better choice for you.
A few more offers
- Here’s yet another reminder that the latest Apple TV 4K streaming box with 64GB of storage (normally $199.99) is down to just $139.99 on Amazon.
- If you’re considering the Google Pixel 6A, Amazon is still throwing in a free $50 gift card when you buy the phone at the full price of $449.99.
- Compatible with the latest iPads (except the ninth generation iPad), The Apple Pencil 2 stylus is down to $99.99 on Amazon, an award that was a rarity in 2022. It normally costs $129.99. This stylus attaches (and charges) magnetically to the side of modern iPads.
- Finally you can get the lightweight LG Gram 17 with a 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for just $999 at BuyDig when you use code GRAM at checkout. I looked at last year’s modeland I think it’s a great solution for people who want a laptop with excellent battery life, a good number of ports and of course a huge 16.10 aspect ratio screen.
