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24 Jun: How to Keep Your Smartphone Safe from Summer Heat, Sun

Too much sun or heat can be bad for your body, and bad for your tech, too. So, while you’re taking steps to stay cool this summer, make sure to do the same for your smartphone, tablet and other electronic devices.

High temps can permanently damage your phone’s internal components, causing the miniature circuit board to flex and warp and the battery to overheat. Direct sunlight can also hurt the screen, causing it to pixelate, crack and become unresponsive to touch.

Samsung Galaxy S7

21 Feb: Pre-Order Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge at Best Buy, Get Gear VR, too

Big news for Android users: Samsung unveiled two new smartphones, the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge, today at Mobile World Congress.

Think you need to be in Barcelona to see the new devices? Think again.

You can experience the new phones in the Samsung Experience Shops in all Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile stores beginning this Wednesday, Feb. 24. Best Buy is the first place customers can check out Samsung’s latest and greatest devices in person.

The phones will officially go on sale March 11, but you will be able to pre-order the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge starting Tuesday, Feb.

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26 Aug: Christian Siriano Unveils Exclusive Collection of Tech Accessories at Best Buy

When you think about Christian Siriano, you probably think of your favorite celebrities wearing his gorgeous gowns on the red carpet. Soon, you can see his designs dress up your favorite tech devices – thanks to the new Christian Siriano for Best Buy collection.

The world-renowned designer and electronics retailer have partnered to bring shoppers a collection of cases for smartphones, tablets and laptops. All cost less than $60 and are available only at Best Buy.

“Customers want cases that show off their personal style,” said Patrick McGinnis, Vice President of Accessories at Best Buy.

NCA Tournament Devices

12 Mar: Smartphone, Tablet, and More: Watch the NCAA Tournament On the Go

It’s nearly time to start dancing.

With the 2015 NCAA men’s basketball tournament just days ahead, Best Buy helps you enjoy the games whether you’re on the couch, at your local watering hole, at work or school or on the go. In fact, our own research confirmed that more than 20 percent of all March Madness fans intend to watch the tournament from multiple screens this year.

Check out the following can’t-fail game plan, and start by finding out how to make your TV a Smart TV with a this quick video.

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24 Sep: 3 New Top Fashion Designers Will Invigorate Your Tech Wardrobe 

Your phone, tablet and laptop are about to get a lot more stylish with accessories created by celebrated fashion designers Nanette Lepore, Anna Sui and Isaac Mizrahi New York – coming exclusively to Best Buy stores Sunday, Oct. 5. You can pre-order a selection of these trendy new tech accessories now at BestBuy.com.

Each designer’s collection includes smartphone, tablet and laptop cases with styles and designs available only at Best Buy.

This is not Best Buy’s first trip down the runway. 

Back to School Protect Your Gear

19 Sep: Here’s How To Protect You and Your Tech this School Year

One of the last things you want to worry about now that you’re back at school is an accident with your new tech gear.

Stats say five out of six students say that they’ve lost or broken their phone, and three in five tablet owners suffer from mishaps like keyboard spills, dropping their tablet or damaging the screen.

Whether it’s dropping your device, someone accessing your information on a Wi-Fi network, or catching a computer virus, there are ways to avoid these Back to School blues.

Best-Buy-Mobile

10 Sep: Mobile Phone Plans Have Morphed: 5 Things to Know

With Apple’s new phones coming, along with Samsung’s Note 4 and Note Edge, you may be thinking about upgrading.

What you may not know is things have changed with carrier plans too, giving you more options.

In the old days (about six months ago), a two-year contract was the gold standard. Now new carrier monthly installment billing options without contracts are gaining popularity with consumers, especially those with family plans.

Here’s what’s so appealing about this new option:

1. Pay $0 down
Well-qualified customers can leave the store with a new Apple iPhone or Samsung Note for $0.