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Score the Google Pixel 9A for Just $449, Back to Its All-Time Low
Grab one of our favorite budget-friendly phones at an even better price this Prime Day.

Ready to upgrade to a new phone? Now is the perfect time to take the leap. The Google Pixel 9A just dropped back down to its all-time lowest price. It has a lot to offer, which is why it’s among the best Pixel phones on the market and our favorite Android phone for the value.
If you’re looking for a Pixel 9A deals to save you some cash on your upgrade, there are several options out there. But for an unlocked model that doesn’t lock you into a multi-year contract Amazon has a Prime Day deal you won’t want to miss. Right now the already-affordable Pixel 9A has been slashed to just $449. That’s a $50 savings and a return to the lowest price we’ve seen on this model. Not a fan of Amazon? This deal is also available at Best Buy and directly from the Google Store.
There have been some design changes with the Pixel 9A, but change doesn’t have to be bad. Some highlights are its bright screen and solid camera performance. It has a lower RAM than the baseline Pixel 9, but it has the same display size, processor and AI features. It’s also worth noting that this particular phone lacks Satellite SOS connectivity, which is available on the rest of the Pixel 9 lineup. We have a breakdown to help you compare the 9A with the Pixel 9 and 9 Pro.
CNET expert Patrick Holland also found the Pixel 9A cameras to be the clear winner against Apple’s budget phone, the iPhone 16E, in large part to its three camera setup featuring a wide, ultrawide and selfie cam. He noted that, «the Pixel 9A really pushes the dynamic range in its images. The phone captures more details in the shadows but really aggressively brightens them too.»
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In his review, Patrick Holland also observed that, «the Pixel 9A’s 5,100-mAh battery is the largest on any Pixel phone. But compared with the Pixel 8A, it also has a bigger screen that maxes out at 2,700-nits brightness, a more powerful processor and onboard AI processing. The result is just an OK battery life that was almost the same as last year’s Pixel 8A. Typically, I got around a single day’s use on a charge.»
That probably works for a lot of buyers, but you can decide which specs are the most important to splurge on. That said, at under $500 you’ll get a lot of value for the price — especially in the age of impending tariffs.
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Why this deal matters
For a budget-friendly phone, Google’s Pixel 9A has a lot to offer. We love the phone at full price, so nabbing it for under $450 is a great deal. It’s currently back down to the lowest price we’ve found on this model so far, and we don’t anticipate it will drop lower any time soon. With AI features, solid camera performance and plenty of other goodies, this phone is packed with value. But this deal could end at any time, so we recommend making your purchase soon to lock in this low price.
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Snag a 30W Belkin Charger for Just $15 Ahead of Prime Day
This bundle includes a slim 30W wall adapter and a USB-C to USB-C cable, and it’s currently on sale for $20 off.
You can never have too many chargers lying around the house, and Amazon’s Prime Day sale is a great chance to grab some extras at a solid price. This two-piece Belkin bundle includes the charging cable and a 30W wall adapter, and you can grab it for a record-low $15, which is $20 off the usual price. But discounts can come and go at a moment’s notice during these major shopping events, so you may want to get your order in soon.
This deal includes a durable USB-C to USB-C cable, as well as a slim USB-C wall adapter that can deliver up to 30W of fast charging power to phones, tablets and even larger devices like the new Nintendo Switch 2. It even has Programmable Power Supply tech, which means it will automatically adjust the output, so it won’t overcharge your devices. And if there is any damage caused by charging, Belkin will cover up to $2,500 for the first two years. Plus, it has a slim profile and foldable prongs that make it a great option for travelers.
Why this deal matters
You don’t have to spend hundreds on a new TV or laptop to take advantage of the Prime Day savings. Everyday essentials like this Belkin charger — available for a record-low price — are also a great way to make the most of this sale. And with the new tariffs causing sporadic price hikes, tech like this could be getting more expensive in the coming months, so this deal is a great chance to grab a spare charger before then.
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Prime Members Can Snag These Clip-On Baseus Earbuds for a Record-Low Price
These open-ear buds are already a favorite budget pick, and this Prime Day deal scores you a pair for $20 off.
Not everyone loves the feeling of earbuds that fit tightly in your ears and shut out any background noise. If you’re looking for a more comfortable alternative, these clip-on Baseus Bowie MC1 earbuds are a great option. And they’re even better now that you can pick them up for just $50 during Amazon’s Prime Day sale, which saves you $20 and matches the all-time low price. Just note that this offer is exclusive to Prime members, and could expire at any point, so don’t wait too long if you want to snag a pair for yourself.
The Baseus Bowie MC1 earbuds are our pick for the best affordable option when it comes to open-ear earbuds. Our editors love them even at full price, so a chance to grab them for even less is an amazing value. They feature a unique clip-on design that wraps around your ears, making them secure and comfortable to wear. The buds boast up to 9 hours of battery life, or up to 40 with the charging case, as well as an IP57 certification, which makes them splash- and dust-proof. Plus, they’re pretty good when it comes to phone calls.
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Baseus’ Bowie MC1 earbuds are already our pick for the best affordable open-ear earbuds. So, when you can grab them at their lowest-ever price, you’ll get even more value out of them. Plus, the new tariffs mean these earbuds could be getting more expensive in the coming months, so grab yourself a pair while they’re still extremely affordable.
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You Could Be Getting a US-Only Replacement TikTok App Ahead of Possible September Sale
A US-only version of TikTok is in development with plans to replace the current version for American users, according to a report in The Information.
TikTok owner ByteDance is working on a new US-only version of its popular vertical video app that would replace the current one ahead of a September deadline for the Chinese company to divest ownership in the US, The Information reports.
Citing anonymous sources, the site reports that the new app, codenamed «M2» would launch on Sept. 5 and would require users in the US to switch from the existing app to the new one. President Donald Trump recently extended a deadline for the owner to sell off its US-based TikTok assets to Sept. 17. Earlier this month, Trump said he found a buyer for the company, a group of «very, very wealthy people.»
The administration has continued to extend deadlines for TikTok to remain operational since January. The company reportedly has 170 million users in the US.
A representative for TikTok did not immediately return a request for comment.
According to the story, the reason for the new app version is also due to an Apple App Store restriction that does not allow multiple versions of an app for different regions to appear in the same listing.
What this means for you
If the report is accurate, it would mean that at the very least, anybody who uses the TikTok mobile app would eventually be required to migrate to a new US-centric app version.
But there’s likely to be a lengthy grace period, according to The Information’s sources: the old app may not disappear completely until March 2026, giving TikTok users six months to make the transition.
Still, it could be disruptive for those whose business or brand relies on the platform. «Anytime there is a migration or a major feature revamp on any network, it certainly creates work and worry,» says Jennie Smythe, an author and founder and CEO of Girlilla Marketing, which has worked with clients including Willie Nelson, Terry Crews and Iliza Shlesinger.
«There are concerns that audiences will also make the move and if the migration will be worth the effort,» Smythe told CNET in an email. «The bigger concern besides the migration are the features and data that will be available to us in the creator economy as well as the audience restrictions (i.e. is our content/audience also restricted to US only?).»
It’s unclear if the new app would include any other major changes or improvements over the existing app or if it would restrict or filter viewing content from other regions in ways that differ from the current version.
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