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19 Jul: Best Buy is Exclusive U.S. Retailer With Coral Blue Galaxy S8, S8+

Starting this Friday, there’s a cool new color to choose from if you’re shopping for a new Samsung Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8+: Coral Blue. And Best Buy is the only retailer in the U.S. where you can get it.

The new phone is available on Verizon, AT&T and Sprint – and there will even be an unlocked version too, for those who don’t want to be tied to a contract.

The best part of all? The price. Starting this Friday, July 21, for a limited time only, customers can get up to $400 off with a qualified purchase or activation.

By Katie Huggins Technology

07 Jul: Beat the Heat Without Breaking the Bank

You don’t have to choose between your wallet and your comfort this summer. There are plenty of energy efficient and cost-friendly ways to beat the heat.

We turned to Geek Squad Agent Derek Meister in Cleveland, Ohio, to find out some easy ways to keep cool.

Smart home tech can save energy and money

Programmable thermostats, like the Nest Thermostat, learns your cooling preferences within a week and programs temperatures in your home accordingly, which can help you save both energy and money.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

29 Jun: Bring Inside Tech Out to Your Backyard

Summer is officially here. It’s time to put on your shorts, fire up the grill and make a pitcher of lemonade.

Chances are you’ll probably be spending more time in your backyard than in your living room over the next few months. But that doesn’t mean you have to leave your favorite tech inside— in fact, the right tech can help enhance your outdoor experience.

With that in mind, we chatted with two of our Magnolia audio, video and home automation experts in sunny Southern California to find out how to create the patio of your dreams.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

26 Jun: 23andMe, Now at Best Buy, Helps Reveal Story of Who You Are

Ever wonder where your ancestors came from, whether you’re at risk for late-onset Alzheimer’s disease or if you might someday develop a bald spot? Your DNA provides clues to these things, and a Silicon Valley company called 23andMe makes it easier than ever to get access to insights like those.

You buy a 23andMe testing kit, spit into the tube provided and send it in for evaluation. Six to eight weeks later, the company emails to let you know your reports are ready in your online account.

By Katie Huggins Technology Uncategorized

16 Jun: The Right Tech Can Help You Navigate the Streets More Safely

We’ve all seen the headlines – U.S. roads are getting more dangerous because of distracted drivers.

That’s why more and more states are adding hands-free driving regulations to make the roads safer for everyone. In fact, 14 states now ban the use of hand-held cellphones while driving and 47 states outlaw texting behind the wheel.

Text messages are among the most common smartphone distractions. The average one takes your eyes off the road long enough to travel the entire length of a football field when driving 55 miles per hour, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

By Best Buy Technology Uncategorized

14 Jun: Amplify Your Music Festival Game With These Tips

Each year, about 32 million people attend music festivals across the U.S. And, with many iconic events happening this summer, music fans far and wide are prepping to see their favorite acts up close and personal.

While sound is the star of the show, having the right technology can help amplify the fun. So we checked in with a couple of Best Buy stores close to the action to get the lowdown on must-have tech for music fests.

Always have a juice boost

If taking pictures and videos doesn’t kill your battery, keeping in contact with your crew will.

By Best Buy Technology

06 Jun: Here’s How to Pick the Perfect Laptop for Grads

For graduation season, there’s nothing that says “Yay, you did it!” quite like a new laptop. Not all high school grads wait until they are shipping off to campus to get their college computer.

Getting your laptop at the beginning of summer means more time getting acquainted with your new study-buddy (and procrastination-buddy). You know what they say: College is all about working hard … and playing hard too.

We chatted with Best Buy Blue Shirt and computer expert Jamie Orr from Brentwood, Tennessee, for advice on choosing the perfect laptop for grads.

By Best Buy Technology

18 May: A Paw-Some Week Trying Out Pet Tech

About 80 million U.S. households have at least one pet, mine included.

Whether you’ve had a pet for 12 years or 12 weeks, like me, there are two things I think most pet parents can agree on. First, we love our fur babies dearly. Second, they can require a lot of care.

If you have one of the U.S.’s nearly 164 million pet dogs and cats, you’re likely used to making sure they get the food, exercise and fun needed for a happy life.

By Brynn Albrecht Sustainability Technology

12 May: Sustainable Tech: Rachio Smart Sprinkler Control System

April showers have dried up, the hot summer days are nearing and it’s time to start watering your lawn again.

Now you can add a fun gadget to your smart home with the Rachio sprinkler system. Rachio isn’t just smart, it’s sustainable too.

Setting it up is easy – in 30 minutes or less, replace your old controller and connect Rachio to your Wi-Fi system.

After you’ve connected the device to Wi-Fi, download the Rachio App, available for both iOS and Android, so you can adjust your sprinkler system from afar.

By Best Buy Technology

11 May: Peek-A-Boo: Smart Nursery Products Help Monitor and Care for Baby

Parents want to keep their babies safe, sound and satisfied. Now, smart nursery products help make that easier.

For today’s tech-savvy parents, Best Buy now has a new collection of internet-connected nursery devices. You can find them in every big box store across the country and online at BestBuy.com.

In addition to products we’ve sold for years – like connected baby monitors and food preparation appliances – we’ve added smart products that help parents do everything from monitoring babies’ oxygen levels, to tracking their food intake, to sharing special moments with family and friends.

By Best Buy PR News Alerts Technology

09 May: Pre-Order Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+ at Best Buy

Been dying to get your hands on Samsung’s latest smartphone, but don’t want to be tied to a carrier or plan? You’re in luck. Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ are now available for pre-order, and Best Buy is the exclusive unlocked retail partner where you can get one.

The popularity of unlocked phones has been growing rapidly, with an estimated 28 million people in the U.S. owning one. With unlocked phones, you skip signing a contract with a carrier.

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