Technology

13 Nov: Best Buy customers are part of the solution to e-waste

[November 15 is America Recycles Day. At Best Buy, we aim to positively impact the world, enrich people’s lives through technology and contribute to the common good. We demonstrate this through our commitment to communities, people and the environment.]

The laptop, phone or tablet you’re reading this on might become part of an airplane one day — that is, if you recycle it.

At Best Buy, we have helped our customers recycle more than 2 billion pounds of electronics and appliances since 2009, making us the largest retail collector of e-waste in the United States.

By Katie Huggins Technology

05 Nov: Everything you need to know about getting this year’s new gaming consoles

The countdown is on! One of the biggest weeks in gaming is right around the corner, with Microsoft and Sony both releasing their much-anticipated new gaming consoles just in time for the holiday season.

Xbox Series X and S arrive on Nov. 10 and PlayStation 5 arrives on Nov. 12.

Here’s everything you need to know about getting your hands on a new console this year.

Haven’t pre-ordered yet? Don’t worry

If you haven’t pre-ordered a new console yet, you still might be able to get your hands on one — but only on BestBuy.com.

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By Brynn Albrecht Sustainability Technology

02 Oct: Energy Efficiency Tips for Working From Home

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, millions of people are spending more time at home. And that means they’re spending more on their home energy bills, too.

That’s why now is a great time to review ways to reduce your energy usage. There are many ways to live more sustainably and save on your electric bill while working, learning and entertaining yourself at home.

Here are a few tips to get you started.

Save energy in the laundry room

More time at home means more time for washing and drying clothes, which requires a lot of energy.

By Best Buy Technology

24 Sep: New Lively Flip Keeps Older Adults Connected

Best Buy Health today unveiled Lively Flip, a new, easy-to-use flip phone that’s designed to help older adults stay connected to family, friends and the health services they need.

The Lively Flip will be available in stores and online at Best Buy and Rite Aid later this month and at Walgreens in late October. It can also be purchased at GreatCall.com and through direct sales toll-free numbers.

The Lively Flip is the next evolution of the Jitterbug, designed to help older adults live their best possible lives. Voice services with Amazon Alexa are a new, enhanced feature that gives users the option to use their voice to make calls, write texts, check the weather and more. Users

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By Best Buy Technology

15 Sep: Best Buy Announces Exclusive Offers For Fitness+: A New Fitness Experience With Apple Watch

Beginning today, when you purchase an eligible Apple Watch from Best Buy, you are eligible to get six months to use Apple Fitness+ for free. In addition, My Best Buy members who already own a qualifying Apple Watch will receive two months of Fitness+ free[1].

Fitness+ is the first fitness experience built for Apple Watch, arriving later this year. Fitness+ intelligently incorporates metrics from Apple Watch for users to visualize right on their iPhone, iPad or Apple TV, offering a first-of-its-kind personalized workout experience.

By Keegan Shoutz Technology

14 Sep: Get More Garth: Exclusive Video Chat With Garth Brooks On Sept. 15

Join the fun with an exclusive video chat with Garth Brooks.

Join Best Buy and Garth on Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. Central time as he talks about all things country music, his current projects and his first ever vinyl boxed set, “The Legacy Collection.” He’ll even answer questions from fans.

Head over to BestBuy.com now for all the details on “The Legacy Collection” and to sign up to receive a reminder for the livestream. Then come back on the big day to see Garth in action.

By Katie Huggins Technology

10 Sep: Get The Latest Bose Tech At Best Buy

If you’ve been on the lookout for a new pair of headphones recently, you might’ve noticed some new trends, like true wireless and noise cancellation.

The innovation in the space is changing the way you listen to your favorite tunes at home or on the go. And Bose is help taking the innovation to the next level with a new lineup of products.

Here’s everything you need to know about the latest audio gear coming to Best Buy.

Bose Frames

In 2018, Bose introduced the Frames, the first audio sunglasses.

By Kevin Flanagan Technology

08 Sep: Sports Are Back! How To Create The Perfect Viewing Setup At Home

After months of anticipation, the wait is finally over to see your favorite team score a touchdown, nail a 3-pointer or smack a homer.

While getting together with friends or heading to the stadium on game day may be on hold for a while, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the viewing experience and bring the game home. Most of us are spending more hours at home than ever before, which makes this the perfect time to invest in your space and treat yourself to an upgraded entertainment setup.

By Keegan Shoutz Technology

26 Aug: Best Buy Is The Official Home Entertainment Destination Of NFL Kickoff

In a year unlike any other, football fans across the country are itching to see their favorite NFL teams hit the field.

The NFL season kicks off Sept. 10, and we’re helping fans watch NFL games all season long. This year is better than ever as we’re the Official Home Entertainment Destination of NFL Kickoff.

To celebrate, starting Sept. 4, you can save up to $800 on select Samsung QLED TVs. With this partnership, you’ll also see Best Buy show up across TV commercials, online advertising and more starting now and running now through the end of September.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

18 Aug: Best Buy Education Helps Schools — Not Just Students — Prepare For Distance Learning

With the school year fast approaching, a Texas school district was scrambling to find the technology required for students to engage in distance learning during the pandemic.

The district needed Chromebooks. Lots of them.

Administrators placed an order with their usual tech provider, only to learn that company wouldn’t be able to fulfill it in time for the start of school. So, they turned to Best Buy for help.

Four business days later, they had secured almost 1,700 Chromebooks for their school.

By John Vomhof Jr. Technology

31 Jul: Best Buy Launches Parent Hub To Help Prep For Virtual Learning

With many states and school districts embracing distance learning because of the pandemic, many parents might soon find themselves working from home while also helping to manage their kids’ virtual schooling.

To help, we’ve launched a new Parent Hub on Best Buy.com. It’s a one-stop resource for exploring all the tech and tips you need to prepare for a new way of learning.

The site includes tech recommendations for distance learning, including laptops, tablets, Wi-Fi routers and computer accessories. Plus, there are tech tip videos and other resources that are designed to help parents’ get the most out of their tech.

By Katie Huggins Technology

22 Jul: 5 Tips For Choosing The Right Laptop For Learning From Home

As school districts across the country announce what classrooms will look like this fall, parents and students are gearing up for the new normal.

If you’re learning from home and spending even more time online, it might be time to upgrade your technology to make sure you’re getting the most out of your virtual classroom.

Here’s some helpful advice from Geek Squad Agent Derek Meister for what to look for in a new laptop.

Operating system

The operating system is the core of your laptop.

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