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Prices on Amazon have already increased as a result of President Trump's tariffs, and Amazon wants you to know it's not their fault.

According to Punchbowl News report, Amazon will soon start showing customers the tariff costs of products. The site will reportedly display "how much of an item’s cost is derived from tariffs — right next to the product’s total listed price." Up to 70 percent of products on Amazon are imported from China, and the U.S. is currently imposing up to 145 percent levies on Chinese goods. The tariffs on China will have reverberations throughout the global supply chain, and Amazon doesn't want to be blamed for rising consumer costs.

So far, Mashable hasn't been able to confirm the Punchbowl News report, but The White House has already reacted, calling it a "hostile and political act by Amazon." This came from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who added, "it’s not a surprise because Amazon has partnered with a Chinese propaganda arm."

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The president's tariffs have already affected the cost of certain products sold on Amazon. Anker, the Chinese electronics company known for its power banks and chargers, has raised its prices on Amazon by an average of 18 percent since the tariffs were imposed.

On a related note, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday that Amazon is "seeking steep discounts from suppliers" in order to protect its profit margins and continue selling imported goods at low prices. Also on Tuesday, Amazon confirmed that Prime Day 2025 will take place in July, though the tariff situation makes this year's event slightly more complicated.

Amazon is scheduled to share its first quarter earnings report this Thursday, where tariffs will likely be a big theme. Mashable has reached out to Amazon for comment and will update this story if we receive a response.

SAVE $35: As of April 29, get the Logitech G Pro 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse for $114.99, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's a discount of 23%.

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If you're a serious gamer, you probably already know how important a good gaming mouse is. It can make all the difference in terms of scoring another point for your team, feeling like you're totally immersed in a new adventure, and what your speedrun game is looking like. But at the same time, you don't want to spend an arm and a leg on a mouse, even if you spend hours with your favorite game a week. Thankfully, Amazon has your back here.

As of April 29, get the Logitech G Pro 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse for $114.99, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's $35 off and a discount of 23%. This discount applies to all colorways: Black, Magenta, and White.

This mouse is all about speed and precision. According to Logitech, its Hero 2 sensor is "one of the best in gaming" with up to 44K DPI and tracking over 888+ IPS, so you can expect performance for all the twitch shooters and action-based adventures you have. It's wireless, so you don't have to worry about being tangled up in cords, and it's easy to set up and get going.

The mouse uses Lightforce switches that mimic mechanical ones for that great, clicky feeling you associate with gaming mice. It's meant to feel comfortable and accurate, offering tournament-grade experiences even if you're just sitting and playing games at home. With 95 hours of battery life per charge via USB-C, you'll be using it quite a while as well.

Whether you're serious about your gaming time or you just want a new mouse for all your other needs, this is a great option that should get you together. You may even find that it inspires a new love for tournament play.

SAVE $60: As of April 29, shop the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System for just $139.99 at Amazon. Shop now to save $60 for 30% off.

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Around here, we like tools that do it all. If it's going to air fry, it may as well toast and roast too. Because not only does it open up a world of kitchen possibilities, but it saves precious kitchen counter space, too. That's why we like the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System, that's essentially three devices in one. And we like it even more now that it's on sale.

As of April 29, the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System is down to $139.99. That saves you $60 for 30% savings off its list price of $199.99.

All from one motorized base, this kitchen system blends, crushes, chops, and purees. It comes with a standard 72 oz. pitcher for making big batches of smoothies or frozen drinks. Plus, you can use it on hot soups for creamy concoctions. Plus, it can also be a personal blender with the inclusion of two 16 oz. cups.

And if you're worried about having the space for both a blender and a food processor in your kitchen, this mega system also includes a food processor attachment to save some space. It will help you mix doughs or chop vegetables in seconds.

Shop the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System for just $139.99 at Amazon.

SAVE UP TO 38%: Both the Apple MacBook Air M3 and the Apple MacBook Air M4 have hit new all-time low prices with the M3 (15 inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB) coming in at $799, down from the normal price of $1,299 and the M4 (13 inch, 16GB RAM, 256GB) coming in at $849, down from the standard price of $999.

Best MacBook Air deals Best MacBook M4 deal Apple MacBook Air, 13 inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook Air M3 deal Apple MacBook Air, 15 inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 (save $500) Get Deal

We've all been stressed about fluctuating tariffs and higher prices in pretty much every aspect of life. So when we spot top-of-the-line laptops hitting record-low prices, we're both elated and also perplexed. Regardless of emotions, the numbers don't lie — now is a really great time to grab a new Apple MacBook Air.

As of April 29, the most affordable option is the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $799 at B&H Photo, down from the standard price of $1,299 which works out to a 38% discount that shaves $500 of the normal price.

You can also go with the latest model and score a 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $849 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $999. That works out to a 15% discount that'll save you $150, matching the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

Why are MacBooks Air dropping in price? It's anyone's guess, but we'll take it, especially in this economy. The MacBook Air with an M4 processor was only released in March which means seeing these discounts less than two months after launch is ultra exciting.

SEE ALSO: Best MacBooks of 2025: Which MacBook should you buy?

Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder was impressed with the newest model and wrote in his review, "The new MacBook Air is great. It's powerful, silent, and comes with a couple of much-needed upgrades. It's also cheaper than before, making it the best-buy Apple laptop, period."

Since most affordable M4 comes in at just $50 more than the most affordable M3 (while they're both on sale) grabbing the M4 seems like a no-brainer. It also comes with double the RAM — 16GB instead of the 8GB from the M3. However, the $849 sale price on the MacBook Air with M4 processor is for a 13-inch model. If you're all about size, the 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 processor for $799 might be your best bet. But keep in mind, MacBooks are well known as fantastic laptops, so you're not gonna go wrong with either pick here.

Since we have no idea what the future prices of tech will do, snag a MacBook Air now while it's on sale for a record-low price.

Prime Day 2025 is officially coming in July, Amazon announced in a press release early on April 29.

Not that anyone thought Prime Day wasn't happening this year or anything, but the buzz surrounding such a huge sale event does have a slightly different energy when many people have a recession on the brain.

From electronics to cleaning supplies to clothes, President Donald Trump's tariffs have caused price increases and general economic chaos. And many of the everyday items getting more expensive are Prime Day classics. The official post doesn't actually mention tariffs, of course, but Bezos and friends are well aware of the economic stress that many Prime members are experiencing. Given that intel, we wouldn't be surprised if this is finally the year that Amazon makes Prime Day longer than the usual 48 hours.

SEE ALSO: Walmart+ members get ready — Walmart+ Week is live through May 4

For now, Amazon has confirmed that it's blocked out time for Prime Day in its typical July time slot, but the exact dates of Prime Day 2025 haven't been disclosed yet. Amazon announced the specific dates for Prime Day 2024 (July 16 and 17) in late June, when it also began releasing some early Prime Day deals.

If Prime Day 2025 mimics the typical schedule we've been seeing for the past few years, we can assume it'll start on a Tuesday in early-to-mid July and run for two days. You could roughly pencil in July 8 through 11 or July 15 through 18 for Prime Day 2025, though again, the two-day window isn't set in stone.

SAVE $350: As of April 29, get the Jackery Explorer Portable Power Station for $449, down from its usual price of $799. That's a discount of 44%.

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If you've ever been in an emergency situation without power, you know how frustrating it can be to make sure your devices and appliances get juiced up. You need to charge your phone, use your computer, or maybe even make yourself a cup of coffee, but doing so means leaving the house in search of a power source. With something like a portable power station, you can skip that frustrating step and instead stay right where you are to get all the electricity you need. And with this Amazon deal, you can save big on a device that can make that happen.

As of April 29, get the Jackery Explorer Portable Power Station for $449, down from its usual price of $799. That's $350 off and a discount of 44%.

SEE ALSO: The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is better than half price

This 1500W AC and 100W USB-C output power station can charge up multiple appliances, including your fridge, laptop, phone, and even your AC unit. It's just 23.8 lbs with a 1,070Wh capacity, making it easy to tote around, and it can handle just about any power-centric situation you can think of. Best of all, it has a simple built-in foldable handle so you can lift it in and out of a car or carry around or from your home without awkward drops or falls.

After your power station's charge is depleted, it can be charged from 0% to 100% in just an hour with emergency charging through the Jackery App. Otherwise, it'll take about 1.7 hours for a full charge, so you won't be sitting around waiting for long to get it back up to speed. It has two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, one DC car port, and three sine wave AC ports to handle all your devices at once as well.

Summer is right around the corner, and that means potential bad weather. Keep this portable power station around just in case, and save some money while being prepared.

GET 40% OFF: Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $29.99, get it now and save 40%, or $20 off.

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The Amazon Fire TV Stick plugs in like a USB, but with Wi-Fi 6, it provides access to loads more than any USB could hold — 1.5 million movies and shows. It also comes with live TV to boot.

Right now, Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is back on sale at just under $30. Get it for $29.99 and save 40%, or $20 off.

SEE ALSO: This Asus TUF A16 is loaded up and on sale for Gaming Week

The Amazon Fire TV Stick turns your TV into a smart TV. This doesn't mean it's all free for the price of the Fire TV Stick — you'll still need to pay for subscription services. You can't start your marathon re-watch of The Sopranos without first subscribing to Max, for example.

A lot is free with the Fire TV Stick, however. You will be able to watch ad-supported content for free. This includes 300,000 movies and episodes from Prime Video, Fire TV Channels, Tubi, and Pluto TV. Use AI to search the roster in new ways, by content, actor, or theme.

Shows aren't all of it. The Fire TV Stick also allows you to stream Xbox games without a console. Sign up for Game Pass Ultimate and hop into Starfield, Palworld, and more.

As of now, Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for 40% off. Get it for $29.99 and save $20.

Wi-Fi 6 compatibility means faster connections — providing you with the juice you need to watch in 4K. To get the benefit, you'll need a Wi-Fi 6 router. If your running an older Wi-Fi router, don't fear, it will still connect to that too.

SAVE $60.99: As of April 29, shop the Shark FlexStyle air styling & drying system for 20% off at Amazon. It's down to $239, saving you $60.99.

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I never paid much attention to my hair, assuming the only way I could have sleek blown out locks was from a salon. But over Black Friday, when I was in desperate need of a new blow dryer, I sprang for the Shark FlexStyle while it was on sale. In the six months I've had this air styler it's totally changed my hair game. And there's good news: It's back on sale.

As of April 29, get the Shark FlexStyle for $239 at Amazon. That's $60.99 off its usual $299.99 price tag for 20% in savings.

SEE ALSO: I tested the best Dyson Airwrap dupes under $300: The Shark FlexStyle is no longer your only option

The Shark FlexStyle air styling system comes with either straight & wavy attachments or curly & coil attachments, so it will work for any hair type. While it works as a great blow dryer, with attachments like the styling concentrator and diffuser providing sleek straight strands or gorgeous curls, it does much more than that. The oval brush provides exceptional volume, while auto-wrap curlers make waves a breeze.

Shop the Shark FlexStyle now for $239 at Amazon.

First we had a very eerie teaser, and now Weapons – the new horror movie from Barbarian writer/director Zach Cregger – has an equally unsettling trailer.

The story revolves around a school where all the children but one in a class go missing on the same night at the exact same time, leaving their houses and running into the darkness with their arms stretched out at their sides.

Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, with Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan star in what looks like a creepy summer movie worth keeping on your radar.

Weapons opens in theaters Aug. 8.

It's been 41 years since Rob Reiner's This Is Spinal Tap cranked things up to 11 in the mockumentary space in 1984. Now it's prepping for the comeback tour of the ages with Bleecker Street and Fathom Entertainment re-releasing the film in 4K in cinemas this summer.

And this time, a puppet show is not the headliner.

Created by Reiner, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, This Is Spinal Tap follows England's loudest band on the road (well, at least "one louder" than everyone else, thanks to Nigel's amps). The band's all here: David St. Hubbins (McKean) and Nigel Tufnel (Guest) on vocals and guitar, Derek Smalls (Shearer) on bass, Viv Savage (David Kaff) on keys, and Mick Shrimpton (Atomic Rooster drummer R.J. Parnell) on drums.

A tale of doomed drummers dying in bizarre gardening accidents, none more black album cover art, an ill-advised experimental jazz odyssey, miniature bread on the rider, two-word reviews, and an iconic Fran Drescher appearance, This Is Spinal Tap defies explanation. It's the kind of film fans try to explain to their friends but would be better off just showing them — believe me, playing the song "Stonehenge" for your unsuspecting mates as you're approaching the actual Stonehenge is not the sublime intro you think it will be.

The re-release has been timed to bring new audiences in for the long-awaited sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, on Sept. 12, with the cast reprising their now iconic roles and a host of cameos promised including Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Elton John.

This Is Spinal Tap Golden 41st Anniversary Re-Release hits cinemas July 5 to 7.

Dwayne Johnson leads A24's The Smashing Machine as MMA icon and UFC champion Mark Kerr, with the first teaser trailer out today.

Written and directed by Uncut Gems' Benny Safdie, the film sees the Fast and Furious actor and WWE legend as Kerr, tracking his life and career across professional victories and personal struggles, through fight championships and increasing substance abuse.

Emily Blunt plays Kerr's then-wife Dawn Staples, Ryan Bader plays UFC champion Mark Coleman, and Oleksandr Usyk plays MMA fighter Igor Vovchanchyn.

The Smashing Machine hits cinemas Oct. 3.

Long-promised Apple Intelligence features have finally trickled down to most iPhones, but the reactions are lukewarm. Early users weren't very interested according to this survey, and there are reports that Apple is internally disappointed at just how little its users are interacting with AI.

Personally, I've found Apple Intelligence nice to have but not essential.

There's one great thing about Apple Intelligence, though: Since it requires a lot of RAM to operate properly, Apple will reportedly be equipping all of its iPhone 17 models with 12GB of RAM. This is according to recent leaks from China, as well as reports from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

That's a big step up from the 8GB of RAM that you'll find in all of the iPhone 16 models. It's also rare for Apple to increase the amount of RAM so dramatically in all of its new iPhones, even the most affordable among them, the iPhone 17.

The company doesn't necessarily need to do it; current models support AI with just 8GB of RAM, and Kuo says Apple hasn't yet decided whether it will launch all its new iPhones with 12GB of RAM. But the increase would likely make these iPhones super-smooth, and would pave the way for future, more advanced AI features.

Even if you don't particularly care about AI, getting more RAM in even the basic model is good news for everyone, as it'll make the phone quicker and more responsive — if Apple doesn't increase the price, that is.

SEE ALSO: Apple is reportedly still working on smart glasses of some kind

The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to be revealed in early September. Apple will reportedly add an entirely new, super-thin device to the lineup, possibly called the iPhone 17 Air.

Donald Trump's recent interview with Time went viral after the wildly ridiculous transcript was shared online, and Seth Meyers has thoughts.

"In the span of maybe 30 seconds, Trump claims that Biden would never do the same interview, finds out Biden did do the same interview, asks how Biden did in that interview, claims he saw the interview he didn't know Biden did, and said Biden did badly in the interview he said Biden never would do," summarises Meyers in the Late Night clip above.

"No wonder we don't have any f***ing trade deals with other countries yet, every interview with Trump sounds like a Vaudeville routine!"

SAVE $40: As of April 29, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale for $119.95 at Amazon. That's 25% off its list price of $159.95.

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Fitness trackers are a helpful investment if you lead an active lifestyle and like to stay on top of your progress. If you've been on the lookout for an upgrade, there are some great discounts available at the moment. And that includes top brands like Fitbit. One of the best that has caught our eye recently is on the Fitbit Charge 6 at Amazon.

The Fitbit Charge 6 fitness tracker has received a 25% discount at Amazon. This has dropped its price from $159.95 to $119.95, allowing you to save $40. It's currently listed as a limited-time deal, so it's worth keeping in mind that this discount may not stick around for long. If you're interested in picking it up, now is the time to do it.

SEE ALSO: Get $90 off the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 for a limited time

This fitness tracker will keep you up to date on all your goals. The Fitbit Charge 6 boasts a variety of health and fitness features, including all-day activity tracking, heart rate tracking, calorie tracking, Active Zone Minutes, and sleep tracking, just to name a few. On top of that, it has an amazing battery life of up to seven days, so you can stay focused on your workouts without worrying about frequent recharges. We even consider the Fitbit Charge 6 to be the best for everyday tracking in our roundup of the best fitness trackers.

If you're looking for a fitness tracker upgrade, this limited-time deal on the Fitbit Charge 6 is worth a look.

It's not the only fitness tracker deal we've come across, though. The Garmin Venu 3S is another sleek option enjoying a discount at Amazon right now, for those who want a tracker that looks a bit more like a watch.

SAVE $29.01: As of April 29, Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99.99 at Amazon. That's 22% off their list price of $129.

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There have been some great discounts on Apple devices recently — including iPads and MacBooks — and Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) are joining in on the fun. These earbuds have dropped back down to their lowest-ever price at Amazon, so if you've been waiting for a good deal before grabbing them, now is your chance.

Apple AirPods 4 without noise-cancelation have been marked down to $99.99, a 22% discount from their usual list price of $129. This marks a return to their lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

SEE ALSO: The 8 best earbuds to buy in 2025 from Bose, Sony, and more

Apple AirPods 4 don't come with noise-canceling features, but they're still worth the investment for the sound quality alone. Fitted with the H2 chip, your favorite songs, podcasts, and more can sound crisp and clear while you listen. These earbuds even feature Personalized Spatial Audio that can surround you with whatever you're listening to. In our breakdown of Apple AirPods 4 vs. AirPods 3, we found that in comparison to their predecessor's sound quality, "the AirPods 4 takes it up a notch because it adds an improved amplifier and driver, which leads to better bass, and clearer mids and highs."

If you've been on the hunt for an earbud upgrade, this deal on Apple AirPods 4 is worth considering.

Looking for more great Apple deals right now? Another worthwhile discount at Amazon is on the new 11-inch iPad, which has dropped down to its lowest price yet at the retailer.

General Motors also said its profit in the first three months of the year fell 7 percent from a year earlier.

SAVE OVER $60: As of April 29, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on sale for $729.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you $69.01 on list price.

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The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has just become more accessible thanks to a substantial discount at Amazon. Looking to upgrade your wearable tech to something that can handle anything? This is your moment to shine.

We've already been treated to impressive deals on the 13-inch M4 Apple MacBook Air, 2025 Apple iPad Air, and Apple Watch Series 10, but Amazon is not stopping there. As of April 29, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on sale for $729.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you $69.01 on list price.

SEE ALSO: Asus, of all brands, might have a real Apple Watch competitor

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a rugged, feature-rich smartwatch designed for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes. So if you're looking for something that offers advanced fitness tracking, robust build quality, and extended battery life, this deal could be something to seriously consider.

We did see the price of this product drop to $719 over Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but we're not far off those record-low levels.

Pick up the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $729.99 at Amazon

SAVE $100: As of April 29, the Apple Watch Series 10 is on sale for $299 at Amazon. This deal saves you $100 on list price.

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Amazon is continuing to drop impressive deals on the latest in Apple's lineup. We're not exactly sure what we've done to deserve this treat, but we're not complaining for a moment. We're going to enjoy the good times while they last.

Following on from record-low prices for the 13-inch M4 Apple MacBook Air and 2025 Apple iPad Air, the Apple Watch Series 10 is on sale for $299 at Amazon. This deal saves you $100 on list price, and marks the lowest it has ever been on Amazon.

SEE ALSO: Asus, of all brands, might have a real Apple Watch competitor

A lot of people complain about the battery life of the Apple Watch, but the Apple Watch Series 10 finally deals with that issue. This model offers up to 18 hours of battery life and comes with fast charging. Mashable's Senior Editor Stan Schroeder reviewed the Apple Watch Series 10 and found it got back up to 80% in 40 minutes. He charged from 20 to 80% and found it took about 25 minutes, meaning "that you can essentially charge your Watch as you brush your teeth or make coffee in the morning."

Pick up the Apple Watch Series 10 for under $300 at Amazon.

Bigger isn’t always better, and that’s certainly the case when it comes to TVs. Your living room TV is free to be as large as you’d like, but some rooms call for a smaller TV. And as a bonus, smaller models are often more affordable than larger TVs.

Outfitting a kids' room with a TV, snagging one for the garage, or buying a TV for a studio apartment are all reasons why a 55-inch-or-under model might work best for your space. As is standard when buying any size TV, you’ll be facing an overwhelming number of options that call for some decisions, like whether you want OLED or QLED and what kind of refresh rate you’re looking for. Before you fall into a Googling frenzy, check out what the experts say.

How to shop for a new TV

Aside from choosing a laptop, TVs are probably next in line for the amount of jargon you’ll need to decode while shopping. If you’re not interested in becoming a TV expert, Mashable's sister site, PCMag, has a team of experts who test TVs with fancy equipment like a Klein K-80 colorimeter, a Murideo SIX-G signal generator, an HDFury Diva 4K HDMI matrix, and Portrait Displays’ Calman software. Since you don’t have that tech in your garage (you wouldn’t be reading this if you did), PCMag’s home entertainment expert, Will Greenwald, helped us choose the best 55-inch and under TVs.

We’ve intentionally kept this list slim, knowing the number of options is far too lengthy and none of us have that kind of time these days. Keep in mind, there are a few times throughout the year that are best to get a discount on a new TV, so shop during those periods if you’re looking to grab the best discount.

Best overall 55-inch Hisense U8N 4K TV $999.99 at Amazon
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The 55-inch Hisense U8N with its bright display and QLED screen is a great choice for most people. The 2025 model is pricey, with a $1,499.99 MSRP — though we've seen it on sale for under $1,000. The 2024 model is a more budget-friendly choice with a list price of $998 and a regular sale price of under $700. "Budget-priced TVs available in smaller screen sizes like 50 or 43 inches are usually much dimmer than higher-end TVs, and their colors aren't as wide,” said Greenwald, but the Hisense doesn’t disappoint when it comes to brightness. In fact, CNET, another Mashable sister site, also found the Hisense U8N to be a prime option for a 55-inch TV, mentioning its impressive image quality, which uses mini-LED backlights.

After Greenwald’s testing of the 2024 Hisense U8N, he said, “Hisense once again hits it out of the park with a premium TV that rivals much more expensive competitors.”

Hisense also equipped this model with full-array local dimming, which means your screen will have better picture quality. Some TVs only use LED lighting around the edge, while full-array places LED throughout the back of the screen with locally dimmable areas to provide deeper blacks for a better experience with increased brightness, better contrast, and a crisp image.

We’re also fans of the Google TV integration, which neatly keeps your favorite streaming platforms easily accessible on the home screen with an intuitive design. Google Cast lets you push from an Android device or Chrome tab to the TV, and Apple AirPlay does the same with an iPhone or iPad.

Should you be looking for a 55-inch TV for gaming, the Hisense U8N has a 144Hz Game Mode Pro, keeping up with quick action.

What are the other sizes?

The Hisense U8N also comes in 65, 75, 85, and 100 inches.

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If you’re looking for the best TV possible, the LG Evo G5 OLED TV is likely your best option for 55-inch models. After testing, Greenwald said, “The LG Evo G5 is the best OLED TV I've seen yet,” which says quite a bit since he’s tested over 170 TVs. That statement helps justify the $2,499.99 price tag, but LG packed this model with high-end features that also explain the price. 

For starters, the Evo G5 looks modern and sleek thanks to its almost non-existent bezel and because it sits as close to flush to the wall as it gets. The “G” in Eco G5 stands for “gallery,” and LG intends the TV to look more like an art piece on the wall than a TV. You won't have to worry about finding a wall mount that can accomplish this because it’s included when you buy the TV.

Greenwald said the display is the best OLED he’s ever seen. LG mentions this model is the brightest and most vivid in the brand’s lineup, and PCMag’s testing showed impressive results from the Evo G5.

Instead of a matte finish, LG uses Perfect Black technology, which the brand says is ideal for watching in bright rooms, offering a glare-free experience. The brightness of the LG Evo G5 makes this a great model for cinephiles and those who take picture quality seriously. Greenwald was wowed by the contrast when watching The Great Gatsby and also loved its performance when testing with BBC’s Planet Earth II, mentioning, “It’s a lifelike picture that makes the nature footage look like you’re viewing it through a window and not a TV.”

If you're not thrilled with the price of the Evo G5, Greenwald says it’s wise to look at its predecessor, the LG Evo G4 OLED TV. While it’s not as bright, it’s often on sale, potentially saving you hundreds compared to the standard price of the G5.

What are the other sizes?

The LG Evo G5 OLED also comes in 65, 77, 83, and 97 inches.

Best model under 55 inches 48-inch LG Evo C4 OLED TV $996.99 at Amazon
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If you’re interested in something under 50 inches that doesn’t sacrifice on quality, the LG Evo C4 OLED TV comes in smaller sizes, including a 48- and 42-inch model. Since it comes with LG’s impressive screen brightness and contrast, these smaller TVs are well worth a spot in your home. However, they tend to be pricey, especially given the size, costing $1,499.99 for the 42-inch model and $1,599.99 for the 48-inch. However, it’s possible to find these models on sale for under $1,000, which brings them into the more affordable range for quality TVs.

The LG Evo C4 really shows off when it comes to screen performance in a bright room, not giving in to lower contrast that often happens with lower-end TVs. We also like the modern aesthetic on the LG Evo C4 with a slim design and barely noticeable bezel.

Another noteworthy feature of the Evo C4 is the four HDMI 2.1 inputs, desirable if you’ll be using this as a gaming TV.

What are the other sizes?

The LG Evo C4 OLED comes in 42, 48, 55, 65, 77, and 83 inches.

Best budget-friendly TV 55-inch Amazon Fire TV Omni 4K QLED $439.99 at Amazon
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If you’re grabbing a TV for a guest bedroom or one for the kids to watch Moana, you might not want to spend much. If that’s the case, we’re proponents of the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED. Right off the bat, it comes with an affordable price tag of under $500 for the 55-inch model (when it’s not on sale), or you can go even cheaper with the 43-inch option, which is just under $440 at full price. However, another budget-friendly benefit is that Amazon typically discounts its own product line during major sales periods like Black Friday and Prime Day, which means you’re likely in for a steep discount. We’ve seen the 43-inch model go as low as $340.

Aside from an attractive price, the Fire TV Omni 4K QLED comes with impressive contrast and nice color that Greenwald noted in his review. Another benefit of hanging out in the Amazon family is the compatibility with other Amazon devices like security cameras, the video doorbell, or smartplugs, all of those being accessible on the TV screen. You can also easily pair the TV with Echo speakers.

The Fire TV Omni can switch into ambient mode when you’re not watching, giving you the ability to customize the display to show your favorite photos, custom artwork, or bring up your calendar.

What are the other sizes?

The Amazon Fire TV Omni 4K QLED TV comes in 43, 50, 55, 65, and 75 inches.

We're 100 days into Donald Trump's second presidency, and Jon Stewart thinks it's time for a review of how things are going so far.

In the Daily Show clip above he gives his blunt opinion on what Trump said while running versus what he's actually delivered, from his promises about the now-tanking economy to his promises about swiftly ending wars. Ultimately, Stewart concludes that his main issue is one of arrogance.

"His negotiating skills aren't the real danger to this country. What's gonna f*** us up is his obsession with the concept of the leverage he has," says Stewart. "You don't have the leverage. That's the key misunderstanding here. Trump is so arrogant. He thinks the leverage is his. It's ours. We, the people. It took the people 250 years of striving to live up to a constitutional republic and rule of law, painstaking equity that you are squandering. That is the crux of American exceptionalism. You just want to make us great. That's a downgrade. Our brand is not strategic uncertainty."