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Smartwatches have helped provide deeper insight into daily lifestyles by allowing users to track how many steps they take or quickly check texts from friends. While Apple Watch deals may be tempting to jump on, Garmin has just released a new version of its popular Venu smartwatch that’ll have you rethink which tech accessory you want to wear on your wrist.
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The Garmin Venu 3 was released on Wednesday (Aug. 30) and has been upgraded with new features that’ll not only keep track of your daily distance, but will be able to tell when you’ve napped and how it impacts your energy for the rest of the day. As a more evolved feature, the latest model includes wheelchair mode, which can track the number of pushes rather than steps you take in a day. Plus, you won’t have to worry about charging it often as it’s designed to last up to 14 days without a charge.
You can choose between the Venu 3 or the Venu 3S — a smaller version of the Venu 3 that offers improved sleep tracking — depending on your needs and style preferences.
You can shop the new release now at Best Buy or below.
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Garmin Venu 3
$449.99
Whether you’re making new health goals or are just starting to track them, the Garmin Venu 3 is here to help make achieving them easier. It comes with a 45 mm width and reinforced polymer materials for added longevity. Using features such as the ability to play music from streamers such as Spotify, nap detection, morning reports, sleep coaching and more, you’ll be able to adapt and change your routine to live your healthiest life.
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Garmin Venu 3S
$449.99
Garmin’s Venu 3S is just like the Venu 3 with some minor differences, such as a smaller width (41 mm compared to 45 mm) and a battery that can last up to 10 days without a single charge.
Looking to save on your next smartwatch? Amazon is currently offering the Garmin Venu 2 Plus smartwatch at a discounted price — less than $400! While you won’t get all of the new features, you can still enjoy the high-quality tech and health tracking for a fraction of the price. Shop the Garmin Venu 2 Plus deal here.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best commuter gadgets, portable chargers and TV deals.
The Eras Tour era might be over in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean you have to put your friendship bracelets up on the shelf. AMC Theatres announced on Thursday morning (Aug. 31) that it has teamed up with the singer to present Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour concert film, which will debut on thousands of screens beginning Oct. 13.
According to a release, every U.S. AMC Theatre location will run the movie at least four times per day on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, with tickets for priced at $19.89 plus tax for adults and $13.13 for children and seniors plus tax (except for AMC’s branded premium large-format screens.) The film will be available in AMC theaters in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, with tickets on sale now here and here.
Swift posted a trailer for the film as well, writing, “The Eras Tour has been the most meaningful, electric experience of my life so far and I’m overjoyed to tell you that it’ll be coming to the big screen soon. Starting Oct 13th you’ll be able to experience the concert film in theaters in North America! Tickets are on sale now at http://taylor.lnk.to/TSTheErasTourFilm…. Eras attire, friendship bracelets, singing and dancing encouraged. 1, 2, 3 LGB!!!! (iykyk).”
The movie will also screen in IMAX and Dolby Cinema at AMC, as well as in other premium large formats for the standard up-charge fees, which varies by format and theatre. In anticipation of an expected rush of interest — perhaps learning from the chaos unleashed by Ticketmaster’s botched presale roll-out for the U.S. Eras Tour dates — AMC said it has upgraded its website and ticketing engines to “handle more than five times the largest influx of ticket-buying traffic” the company has experienced before.
The 80-second trailer features a quick-cut of Swift’s many sparkling on-stage costumes from the tour cued to “Cruel Summer,” providing glimpses of the most iconic sets from the three-hour-plus performances.
That said, AMC warned that guests who want to be first to buy their tickets for the film may experience some delays or longer-than-usual ticket purchasing waiting-room times and “possible outages.” In addition to hosting the film, AMC is also acting as the theatrical distributor of The Eras Tour movie, securing locations with several other movie operators in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, including deals with Cinemark (U.S.), Cineplex (Canada) and Cinepolis (Mexico).
AMC said that because of the unique nature of the event, no free movie passes will be accepted for the screenings, and AMC Stubs A-List cannot use their memberships to reserve tickets; AMC will also temporarily scale back its website ticketing availability for most of their other movie titles in anticipation of the rush of interest. In addition, to discourage speculation on secondary-ticketing sites no refunds will be offered on ticket purchases.
See the trailer below.
The Eras Tour has been the most meaningful, electric experience of my life so far and I’m overjoyed to tell you that it’ll be coming to the big screen soon 😆 Starting Oct 13th you’ll be able to experience the concert film in theaters in North America! Tickets are on sale now at… pic.twitter.com/eKRqS8C7d1— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 31, 2023
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A homecoming for Drake. The Canadian rapper will take the stage at Rogers Arena in Vancouver on Wednesday night (Aug. 30) for the second of two shows in the city.
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If you missed the chance to get free tickets, don’t worry: You can still get tickets online without spending a small fortune. From what we’ve found online, Drake’s tour tickets are priced at $260 and up for the cheapest seats. The more expensive seats can cost you as much as $800 to more than $1,000.
Resale tickets for tonight’s show are priced at $262 and up via StubHub and $260 at Vivid Seats. You can also find passes online via Ticketmaster and SeatGeek.
Drake It’s All a Blur Tour Tickets
$262
Drake’s Vancouver concerts were initially scheduled to launch on Monday. “We back on my side now,” he posted on Instagram earlier in the week.
Unfortunately, the concert was postponed at the last minute, due to “unforeseen circumstances” at Rogers Arena.
“Drake was ready and excited to perform. He is looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday and Wednesday. Rogers Arena apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause,” the venue said in a statement.
The Toronto native performed in Montreal in July and will make another stop in Canada, this time in his hometown, for back-to-back concerts at Scotiabank Arena on Oct. 6 and 7.
Drake and 21 Savage announced their 28-date, joint tour in March. The duo added another 12 dates to the schedule in April.
The It’s All a Blur tour, which was postponed for about a week before kicking off in Chicago on July 5 and scrapping a show in Memphis, has made stops in Philadelphia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Detroit, New York, Washington D.C. and Columbus, Ohio. The trek heads to Las Vegas on Sept. 1-2, Glendale, Ariz. on Sept. 5-6, and Denver on Sept. 8.
Other tour stops include Atlanta, Miami, Houston and Nashville.
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Throughout our lives, it’s practically inevitable that someone close to us will move away — whether it’s to a new city, job, school, etc., people come and go in our lives. While it’s a bittersweet moment, going-away gifts for friends not only honor the milestone in their life, but help show your appreciation and love for them — even if you’re sad they’re leaving.
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It can be hard to find the right kind of gift that expresses just what you want to say, but focusing on their hobbies and interests is a great place to start. Yes, you could opt for a gift card, but handpicking things like tarot cards or a porthole drink infuser just further displays how much you know and care about your loved one.
To help inspire you on your gift-giving journey, we put together a list of the best going-away gifts for friends inspired by musicians to help send them off on their next chapter.
Keep reading to shop our gift selections below.
Keys Soulcare
Keys Soulcare Sage + Oat Milk Candle
$39
Starting somewhere new, no matter if it’s a new place or job, can be stressful, which is where Alicia Keys‘ Keys Soulcare’s candle comes in. It’s made with scents of sage and oat to help create calming vibes after a long day allowing your friend to focus on decompressing with each whiff.
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Fenty Skin Cookies N Clean Whipped Clay Face Mask
$35
Encourage your pal to take some R&R using this clay mask from Rihanna‘s Fenty Skin. It’s designed to help detox the skin using charcoal and salicylic acid that’ll lift dirt and work to purify skin.
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“Harry Styles: And the Clothes He Wears” by Terry Newman
$24.49 $30.00 18% OFF
Harry Styles fans will appreciate some decor to decorate their new home, and this book is ready to do just that. Not only does it come with a gorgeous cover, but the inside features photos of Styles they can look at and admire whenever they want.
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Witfox Custom Spotify Plaque
$9.99
Go personal with a customizable frame inspired by Spotify’s music player. Add your pal’s favorite photo of the two of you and top it off with a song that the two of you are always singing together.
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Funny Taylor Swift Card
$8.99
For Swifties, this Taylor Swift-themed card will earn you a spot on the fridge not just for it’s cover that’s inspired by “Anti-Hero”, but features a blank interior you can customize with a message of your own.
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Retro Record Coasters
$14.99
Redefine what it means to “put your records on” with this set of record-shaped coasters featuring vintage labels and a record player-shaped coaster holder. It’ll bring style while saving their precious coffee table from drink rings.
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TOSCANA Piano Cheese Board & Knife Set
$55.16 $75.95 27% OFF
Upgrade the host in your life’s party supplies with a fun piano-shaped cheese and knife board set. The cheese board is made from a bamboo material and features an interior with knives included. h
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Music Oracles: Creative and Life Inspiration from 50 Musical Icons
$14.61 $16.99 14% OFF
If your friend is always reading their tarot cards, then they may enjoy this musician-themed deck of oracle cards that’ll help advise everything from their life, love, career and more.
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Grateful Dead Bears Candle Holder
$18.99
Bring a pop of color to their space with these adorable Grateful Dead-styled candle holders. They’re versatile enough to sport their candle collection or just kept on display solo.
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Cozy Earth Bamboo Jogger Pant
$132 $165 20% off% OFF
Keep them comfortable during their move with a pair of bamboo joggers that have earned Oprah’s stamp of approval. Not only are they currently on sale, but the soft bamboo viscose material is temperature-regulating to help keep them comfortable.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best gender-neutral gifts, gifts for dog lovers and the best gifts for Harry Styles fans.
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As if your summer couldn’t get more “Golden,” a new Harry Styles book is officially available for preorder on Amazon — and it’s the perfect gift for Styles fans. Featuring an under $20 price tag and more than 100 photos of the chart-topping singer, this will easily become the MVP of gifts.
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If you’re a fan of the Harry’s House singer, then you need to make sure this book is on your coffee table next to the Watermelon Sugar candle (of course). Within its pages are three sections that talk about his music, style and appeal to society. On top of that, you’ll be able to drool over some of his most jaw-dropping looks, including outfits from Coachella 2022 and the Met Gala.
The book is expected to drop on Oct. 24, but rather than mark your calendar now and wait, you can preorder it and expect it to be delivered the moment it comes out. Also, preordering will ensure you snag a copy because the last thing you want is to wait until release day and see that it’s sold out.
Keep reading to preorder the “Harry Styles” below.
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“Harry Styles” by Alex Blimes, Aya Kanai and Jem Aswad
$19.99
While you can’t actually bring the “Cherry” singer home, this book is the next best thing as it not only includes a gorgeous cover that you can display on top of your fashion coffee table books, but even includes expert insight from music, culture and style editors. Plus, it’s less than $20, making it an easy and budget-friendly gift for the fan in your life.
Need something to pair it with? Consider this Harry Styles Tattoo Hoodie or Two Birds Necklace inspired by the musician.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best female musician memoirs, musician cookbooks and the best music books.
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The furniture brand Lovesac is encouraging you to celebrate the long weekend in comfort with a Labor Day sale of up to 30% off. While the brand has gained attention for its versatile Sacs and Sactionals, it’s also a longtime favorite of artists like Travis Baker and Brandy who were recently tapped for Lovesac’s 25th anniversary campaign.
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It’s easy to see why Lovesac has gained the stamp of approval from not just one, but various celebrities across music and acting. Unlike most traditional seating arrangements, the furniture brand prides itself on its flexibility allowing you to completely personalize everything from the cover of your Sac to how you arrange the Sactionals. Now, rather than splurge on a full-priced set, you can take advantage of the various promos going on through Labor Day.
For starters, when you bundle Sacs and Squattomans you’ll receive 30% off your order, which means you won’t have to sit there debating what style to choose — you can get them all!
If you’re not interested in bundling, then you can take advantage of up to 20% off of Sactionals and StealthTech. This also includes covers and inserts as well as sides, angled sides, StealthTech Center Channel, StealthTech Subwoofer, StealthTech L-Side, StealthTech R-Side, Power Hubs and more. That’s not all either, you can also enjoy 15% off Sacs and Squattomans including inserts and covers for both types of furniture.
Keep reading to shop the sale below.
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MovieSac
$956.25 $1,125 15% off% OFF
Whether you’re sinking into your latest female musician memoir or are binge-watching What We Do In the Shadows this MovieSac will ensure you’re doing so in comfort. It’s large enough to fit up to two people, which means you and a friend can cozy up with a soft blanket as you watch the latest episode.
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LoveSac Sactional – Small Configuration
$2,565 $2,850 10% off% OFF
Consider the Sactional the definition of versatile as it can change and adapt to fit your needs. You can add on seats, switch up the covers and convert it into a gathering-ready area that’ll fit all your friends, family and more. Then, when you’re ready, switch it back into two couches or keep it in a large, sectional form — the power is in your hands!
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Squattoman
$255 $300 15% off% OFF
Kick your feet up on a plush Squattoman or use it as an extra seat for gatherings with friends and family. The removable cover allows you to customize it to your liking and when it’s dirty just throw it in the washer.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Labor Day deals on Amazon, Labor Day mattress deals and Labor Day tech deals.
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Pack light! Fanny packs, belt bags, crossbody bags and sling bags are great for music festivals and concerts, especially if you’re going to be outside and need a hands-free way to carry your belongings.
For the stylish minimalist, Lululemon’s Adventurer Belt Bag ($68) offers up enough room to hold smaller items that you might need to take to a music festival (your ID, cell phone, portable charger, etc).
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The beloved belt bag has interior and exterior pockets with a zipper closure and adjustable belt.
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Lululemon Adventurer Belt Bag 2.5L
$68
The Adventurer bag measures 11 inches x 3 inches x 6.7 inches, and it’s highly recommended with more than 300 customer reviews.
“I was looking for something that fit more than your regular belt bag,” reads one customer review on the Lululemon website. “I wanted my whole billfold to fit in it because of my busy life. This is perfect! Just what I need. Plenty and no extra. Perfect for daily use for my busy life.”
The Adventurer bag is currently available in tan, black, twilight rose and heritage camo, and the sizing is just right, as another customer review noted: “Not [too] small, not [too] big! Perfect for holding a little bit more! I wear it as a crossover bag.”
The bag was on sale for $49 in aquamarine, but it sold out on Wednesday (Aug. 30).
Despite hundreds of positive reviews, some customers have had issues with the Adventurer’s adjustable strap. If you’re interested in a cheaper alternative, the crossbody bag pictured below is just $17 at Amazon.
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Telena Fanny Packs for Women Men Fashionable Cross Body Fanny Pack Belt Bag for Women with Adjustable Straps Light Brown
$16.99
The Telena Fanny Pack has a 4.6-star customer rating and it’s available in nine different colors including light brown, black, blue, beige, green, brown and pink. You also might want to consider the bestselling Ododos Unisex Mini Belt Bag ($16) at Amazon and similar Lululemon bags such as the Mini Belt Bag ($38) and the All Night Festival Bag Micro 2L ($68).
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All Night Festival Bag Micro 2L
$68
This micro version of Lululemon’s All Night Festival Bag ($78) can be worn as a crossbody versus around the waist like a traditional fanny pack. It has multiple pockets and easy access to your concert essentials. The foldable bag is available in forest green, twilight rose, allspice, black/silver and black/gold.
Smaller bags are great, but if you’d like to go bigger, check out our list of the cutest tote bags for summertravel and more.
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Get ready to dive back into the magical realm of The Wheel of Time when Prime Video premieres the second season on Friday (Sept. 1). After a well-received first season in 2021, the fantasy drama based on the book series of the same title by Robert Jordan is finally returning to screens with just as much mystery, magic and drama.
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What can fans expect in the sophomore season? Well, after the confrontation with the Dark One, Moiraine (Rosamund Pike) loses access to the One Power after the Dark One (Fares Fares) strips it from her. She also pushes Rand (Josha Stradowski), who is revealed to be the Dragon Reborn, to go into hiding and fake his own death to keep him safe. With the friends scattered across the globe, they must now figure out how to face the ongoing war and looming threats without the support and protection of Moiraine’s power to guide them.
Other cast members include Zoë Robins, Marcus Rutherford, Daniel Henney, Fares Fares, Madeleine Madden, Kate Fleetwood, Priyanka Bose, Sophie Okonedo, Kate Alexander, Hammed Animashaun and Dónal Finn.
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How to Stream ‘The Wheel of Time’ Season 2
The release date for the second season is Friday, Sept. 1, on Prime Video. If you have a Prime membership or subscription to Prime Video, you just need to sign into your account to watch the series for no additional cost.
Don’t have a subscription? You’ll need one in order to watch the show, as it’s a Prime Original. Amazon is currently offering a 30-day free trial for new Prime members before being charged the membership fee of $14.99/month (or $139 for the annual plan) when the trial ends. Qualifying students and EBT/Medicaid recipients can join for half off the regular price.
‘The Wheel of Time’ on Prime Video
$14.99/month after 30 days free
Prime members get access to thousands of movies and must-watch shows, along with Prime Originals such as Citadel, Daisy Jones & The Six, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Swarm, The Power, Harlem, Invincible, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, Fleabag, The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Medellin, The Horror of Dolores Roach, Red, White & Royal Blue and more.
What else can you get with a Prime membership? Member-only discounts, free shipping on millions of items, grocery delivery, free Amazon Music and tons more.
Check below to watch the trailer for the new season.
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