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This Nix Mini 2 Color Sensor can scan and read the color of just about any surface—great for matching paint colors, like having a color-dropping tool in real life—and it’s on sale for $59.97 right now (reg. $99) until January 14. It was featured at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this year and is a gadget assists designers, DIYers, and photographers working on home or art projects by simplifying color grabbing and matching. No two colors are quite the same when you're painting or doing a DIY project, and with the Nix Mini 2 you can scan a surface and get matches to brand-name paint colors or sRGB, HEX, CMYK, or LAB colors. The scanner works by sending the color information right to your phone via its app and makes it easy to organize your favorite colors or palettes for future reference—or share with friends or customers to get their opinions. The Nix Mini 2 makes accurate readings even if you’re in direct sunlight capturing the hue of a flower or i...

The PowerBand fits onto any Apple Watch series and features a built-in MagSafe-compatible charger, and it's on sale for $34.97 right now (reg. $49.99) through January 14. When your Apple Watch has a low battery, you can just uncover the USB charging connector, connect it to a USB outlet, and sit the back of your watch on the small hidden magnet charger that's built into the watch band. The band itself is made from an adjustable, lightweight, ultra-thin nylon weave. You can get the Power Band on sale for for $34.97 right now (reg. $49.99) until January 14 at 11:59 p.m. PT, though prices can change at any time. * This article was originally published here

Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon is at the top of the list of great films you can stream this month, but there's also Saltburn , the movie everyone is talking about; the mindless-but-stylish action flick Lift ; and the white-knuckle documentary Beyond Utopia . Here are the 10 best movies you can stream this weekend. Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)  A new Scorsese film is a cultural event, and Killers of the Flower Moon lives up to the sky-high hype that accompanies a release from one of the greatest directors of all time and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, two of the biggest movie stars of all time. This sprawling, violent, harrowing historical drama tells the story of what happened to the Osage Nation when oil was discovered under the Oklahoma reservation they were forced onto. Spoiler: Everyone didn’t say “good for them!" and go about their day. Watching such an epic movie on a small screen has its limitations, but the three-an...

You can get one year of ESET NOD32 antivirus protection on sale for $24.99 right now (reg. $39.99) through January 14. It works on a single PC running Windows 10 or newer or a Mac running Big Sur and newer. ESET works against viruses, ransomware, rootkits, worms, spyware, and phishing attempts, and it's also designed to work discreetly in the background of your PC or Mac without drastically slowing down performance. It also has a battery-saving mode to conserve extra energy when needed. You can get one year of ESET NOD32 antivirus protection for your PC or Mac on sale for $24.99 right now (reg. $39.99) through January 14 at 11:59 p.m. PT, though prices can change at any time. * This article was originally published here

While earbuds can certainly be more uncomfortable than a luxe pair of over-ear headphones —mainly having to do with the difficulty of finding the correctly size ear tip for your ear canal—finding the right fit for your ears can feel as right as Cinderella sliding into her glass slipper. Unlike headphones, earbuds offer less sound leakage, which usually means better noise-canceling overall. That's why when it comes to active-noise canceling (ANC), earbuds can give you a better experience over headphones. Here are the best ANC earbuds you can buy right now, depending on what you're planning to use them for. Best ANC earbuds overall The best earbuds to wear in noisy environments are the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, being able to tune out low and high frequencies alike. One of the main reasons these are so good is because they offer several options for their ear-tips, ensuring a snug fit. Of course, the technology is the main factor, with a feature that turns ANC on autom...

There are objectively good and bad speakers, but the lines get a little blurrier when you enter Bluetooth territory. In my experience, the Bluetooth variety tend to be much more specialized, designed for specific activities, or made with a relatively narrow audience in mind. The good news is that no matter when and where you plan on listening, there's sure to be an option that's near-perfect for you. The best Bluetooth speaker for most people It’s not often that Bluetooth speakers dominate their space for multiple years, but that’s what the Bose SoundLink Flex speaker has managed to do since its 2021 release. This portable speaker set the tone for Bluetooth speakers in its size and price point and made most competitors redundant. You can take the SoundLink with you almost anywhere, thanks to its small size and light weight. It’s also water and dustproof, can be used as a speakerphone, and has an impressive sound for its size. Bose SoundLink Flex ($149). The best Bl...

Finding a perfect pair of earbuds is no easy task, but I'm here to help you narrow down the options. No matter if you're looking for a luxe experience with high-end noise-canceling features or just a solid pair of earbuds that'll be able to handle all your ear sweat at the gym, I've got you covered. The best noise-canceling earbuds When it comes to the best earbuds to eliminate the racket of the outside world, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra come out on top. That said, the AirPods Pro are not very far behind and might work for Apple users because of their seamless paring and other features specific for Apple devices. If you’re looking for a more wallet-friendly choice with ANC, consider the EarFun Air Pro 3 , currently $55.98 (originally $82.98). These EarFun earbuds do surprisingly well for their price point. Bose QuietComfort Ultra ($299) AirPods Pro ($189 discounted) EarFun Air Pro 3 ($55.98 discounted) The best earbuds for comfort If you plan on wearing your ear...