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Now, Samsung’s wireless earbuds are available at their lowest price this year, on sale for just $70 on Amazon (as of this writing). You can get the Galaxy Buds Live for an additional $40 discount on Samsung.com when you trade in an old pair of earbuds, bringing the price down to just $59. Compare that to Apple’s AirPods Pro, which tend to hover around the $200 range.
The Galaxy Buds Live are one of the best wireless earbuds for music lovers, with AKG-tuned audio for crystal clear, studio-quality sound. Get enhanced bass, with crisp mids and highs, for a concert-like, wide open soundspace.
Galaxy Buds Live Wireless Earbuds $59.99+
Unlike some of the other earbuds on the market, Samsung’s Buds Live come with Active Noise Cancellation, which lets you tune out external noise, to focus in on the music. The ANC feature helps to block out airplane noise, traffic noise and even conversations around you (say, if you’re on the subway or at work). Tap the side of the buds if you need to hear something — say, a co-worker’s question or a flight announcement — then tap it again to get back to your tunes.
A single charge gets you up to six hours of playtime; get 21 hours with the included charging case.
BTS promoted a white, “mystic bronze” and black colorway in their Galaxy Buds Live commercial in 2020; Samsung has since added a bold “mystic red” colorway as well (on sale for just $99 as well). The company calls the Buds Live “equal parts earbuds and ear bling,” thanks to their glossy finish and the accompanying jewel-toned charging and storage case. See the latest Galaxy Buds Live earbuds deals on Amazon.com.
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You can now channel Selena Gomez’s viral blanket meme. A picture of the Only Murders in the Building star snuggled up in a cozy blanket went viral after it was posted on social media on Aug. 13.
The photo of Gomez gazing off into the distance while snuggled up in a Cabo Mexican Blanket from Laguna Beach Textiles Co., has wracked up more than 97,000 likes and over 18,000 quotes on X, formerly Twitter.
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The memes have received upward of 9 million views and over 200,000 likes, not to mention tons of shares across TikTok.
The $37 blanket is made from recycled yarn and measures 70 inches x 48 inches, making it great for indoor and outdoor use.
Mexican blankets are perfect for bedding or to accent your home décor, plus you can use them for a bunch of outdoor activities. The blankets, which are handwoven by a small family of craftsmen in Tlaxcala, Mexico, work for picnics, outdoor music festivals and concerts, camping, yoga, beach days and more.
And it’s never too early to start thinking about Halloween costumes. If you’re looking for a simple DIY costume that’ll surely get people talking, you can dress as the viral meme by wrapping yourself in the same blanket from Gomez’s photo.
Aside from the mint green and grey blanket that she was snapped wearing, the Cabo Mexican blanket is available in slate and and, yellowstone and rustic green. Laguna Beach Textile Co. carries several other Mexican blankets in a range of different colors in addition to beach blankets, beach towels and bath towels available at Amazon, Bloomingdales and LagunaBeachTextileCo.com.
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Laguna Beach Textile Co. Cabo Mexican Blanket
$37
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Amy Winehouse: In Her Words, a new book due out later this month in honor of the late singer’s 40th birthday, has already reached No. 1 on Amazon’s new releases list in pop culture art.
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Comprised of handwritten lyrics, poems, family portraits and never-before-seen journals from the six-time Grammy winner, In Her Words chronicles the “Back to Black” singer’s “creative evolution” from her North London roots to music stardom.
“We always wanted the world to know the real Amy, where she came from and what made her tick,” her father, Mitch Winehouse told People in a story published on Sunday (Aug. 20). “In all aspects she was just a normal Jewish kid from North London, who did normal kid things, went to drama class, loved her grandma, her mum and dad, loved her brother.”
The collection of rare photos, published by People, includes pre-fame shots of Winehouse as a teenager and young girl, adorable baby photos and pictures with her parents. Also featured: a handwritten list titled “Fame Ambitions” outlining her dreams for the future, some of which she achieved, such as working David La Chapelle, who directed her 2007 music video for “Tears Dry on Their Own.”
Winehouse also wanted to work with Missy Elliott and Timbaland, meet Elizabeth Taylor and Paul Newman, and become friends with the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Stella McCartney and Eddie Izzard. Other goals included buying a house on Miami’s South Beach and “to have people look up to me.”
The 27-year-old singer, who died from accidental alcohol poisoning in 2011, sold more than three million albums prior to her death. Her passing led to an additional surge in sales.
Amy Winehouse: In Her Words will be released on Aug. 29. The book is available for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Books-A-Million, Bookshop, Thriftbooks and IndieBound. Proceeds from the book will benefit the Amy Winehouse Foundation.
Pre-order below.
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Amy Winehouse: In Her Words
$31.99 $35.00 9% OFF
As 50 Cent considers expanding his family, he’s made it abundantly clear who he will not be seeking advice from. In a new Forbes interview with contributor Brian Roberts, the “Many Men” rapper questioned Nick Cannon’s decision to father 12 kids with six different women over the past 12 years, a choice that has garnered […]
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If the summer did a number on your hair and you’ve been waiting for Labor Day deals to save on must-have hair styling tools, then look no further, because the Dyson Corrale is currently on sale.
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Normally $499, Dyson’s bestselling hair straightener is $100 off during Dyson’s Labor Day Event. The limited sale includes up to $200 off select cordless vacuums and air purifiers, plus free gifts with the Dyson Airwrap or Supersonic Hair Dryer. But you won’t have much time to cash in — Dyson’s Labor Day deals end on Saturday (Aug. 26) at 11:59 p.m. CT.
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Dyson Corrale Fuschia/Nickel
$399 $499 20% off% OFF
Dyson’s Corrale hair straightener features Intelligent Heat Control technology, automatic shutoff and three heat settings: 330°F, 365°F, and 410°F.
Designed for various hair types, the hair tool utilizes manganese copper alloy plates that flex around and gather your hair to evenly distribute heat throughout while protecting your hair from heat damage.
According to Dyson, the Corrale is equipped with technology that communicates with a microprocessor to control the heating system to deliver “precise, accurate heat” and a platinum sensor that measures the temperature “100 times a second.”
Aside from Dyson.com, the Corrale is available at several major retailers such as Sephora, Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart and Ulta Beauty. The hair styling tool comes in five colors including fuchsia/nickel, purple/black, black nickel/fuchsia, nickel/copper and Prussian blue/rich copper. Although Dyson’s sale only applies to the fuschia flat iron, you can save $100 on the Corrale at Best Buy with My Best Buy Plus and Total memberships.
Shopping for refurbished hair tools? Get a refurbished Dyson Corrale for $249.99 at Nordstrom Rack and $279.99 at Zulily.
For more product recommendations, see our roundups on the Dyson Airstrait and other popular beauty tools.
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Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener Vinca Blue/Rose and Copper/Nickel
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How is Britney Spears doing amidst her divorce from Sam Asghari, you ask? Just fine, thank you very much.
In an Instagram video post shared Sunday (Aug. 20), the Princess of Pop shared that she’s living her best life following her breakup, partying with friends and showing off her glam looks. The clips feature her trying on a sparkly green dress with knee-high boots before posing with five male friends, who hold her up next to a pool.
“I put my green dress on and show up at my friends !!!” she wrote in her caption. “I invited my fav boys over and PLAYED ALL NIGHT !!!”
Spears didn’t mention her split from Asghari in the post, but she did reveal that her night out followed an incident where someone in her life tipped off the paparazzi to her whereabouts: a Dave’s Hot Chicken in Oxnard, Calif., were she was snapped picking up her order.
“When you go to meet up with a so called ‘friend’ and drive an hour for chicken !!!” she wrote. “Then you have to wait in the car and need to use the bathroom … I knew paps were tipped off because the car I was in was never used before … so how I was I followed ??? Malibu Canyon Road is the most horrible road ever to drive on … so what does a b—h like me do !!??!”
The post comes two days after Spears broke her silence on her breakup from Asghari, who filed for divorce from the Grammy winner on Aug. 16, citing irreconcilable differences. “As everyone knows, Hesam and I are no longer together … 6 years is a long time to be with someone so, I’m a little shocked but … I’m not here to explain why because its honestly nobody’s business !!!” she wrote alongside a video of herself dancing to Janet Jackson’s 1993 hit “If.”
“But, I couldn’t take the pain anymore honestly !!!” she continued. “In some sort of telepathic way I have been receiving so many messages that melt my heart from friends and I thank you !!! I’ve been playing it strong for way too long and my Instagram may seem perfect but it’s far from reality and I think we all know that !!! I would love to show my emotions and tears on how I really feel but some reason I’ve always had to hide my weaknesses !!!”
Asghari has also been active on social media since filing for divorce, and even asked followers for help in choosing his “paparazzi disguise” over the weekend. In a prior statement on social media, he wrote, “After six years of love and commitment to each other, my wife and I have decided to end our journey together. We will hold onto the love and respect we have for each other and I wish her the best always. S— happens. Asking for privacy seems ridiculous so I will just ask for everyone including media to be kind and thoughtful.”
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And Just Like That… is ready to wrap up its second season and while fans have been speculating that the series could be over following Thursday’s (Aug. 17) episode, no official announcement has been made about a third season.
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Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis return in Season 2 of the Sex and the City airing Thursdays on Max. The show’s cast includes Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Evan Handler, Christopher Jackson, Niall Cunningham, Cathy Ang and Alexa Swinton.
Season 2 features the return of two major characters from the SATC franchise: Aidan Shaw (John Corbett) and Samantha Jones (Kim Cattrall). Aidan attempts to rekindle his relationship with Carrie (Parker) — despite refusing to step foot in her apartment — and Samantha will make an appearances in the season finale episode, Variety revealed in May.
“It’s the 25th anniversary of [SATC], it felt like something really nice and happy and a nod to this experience that all four of us shared,” Parker said of Cattrall’s cameo during an interview with Good Morning America in June.
Sam Smith, Gloria Steinem and Candice Bergen make cameos in the latest season of the series, which is executive produced by Michael Patrick King, John Melfi, Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky, alongside Parker, Davis and Nixon. Writers include King, Samantha Irby, Susan Fales-Hill, Lucas Froehlich, Rachel Palmer, Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky. King, Nixon, Ry Russo-Young and Julie Rottenberg are also directors on the show.
Keep reading for the best ways to stream And Just Like That… for free.
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The first 10 episodes of And Just Like That… Season 2 are streaming now. Part one of the season finale premiered on Thursday. The second-part of the finale will drop on Aug. 25. Season 2 includes 11 episodes.
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Not sure if you have Max? If you previously subscribed to HBO Max, you should have no problem switching over to Max. To begin the process, sign in to Max.com and follow the prompts to launch your subscription.
What is Max? The platform combines HBO and Discovery programs, including HBO Max and Discovery+ content, TLC, HGTV and more, into one a mega-streaming service with hours of bingeable content. Plans start at $9.99/month ($99.99/year) to stream with ads, $14.99 for ad-free streaming and $19.99 for the Ultimate ad-free plan. Episodes of And Just Like That… are also available on Prime Video, iTunes and Google Play.
Looking for a free trial to Max? You can land one through platforms like Hulu and Prime Video, and for a free subscription, try DirecTV Stream, AT&T or Verizon. DirecTV offers Max for free for the first three months with select packages and free with its Choice ($99.99), Ultimate ($109.99) and Óptimo Más ($74.99) packages. DirecTV Stream’s Premiere Package ($154.99) includes Max, Showtime, Starz and Cinemax.
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For viewers who want to access Max from outside of the U.S., ExpressVPN lets you access several streamers internationally.
Max carries a huge library of TV series, films and documentaries such as The Idol, Reality, Clone High, What am I Eating, Smartless on the Road, Warrior, Bama Rush, The Righteous Gemstones, John Early: Now More Than Ever, The Price of Glee, Love to Love You, Donna Summer, Burden of Proof, House of Hammer, 1000-lb Sisters, Forensic Files II, House Hunters, The Last of Us, Barry, Succession, Euphoria, Hacks and The White Lotus. You’ll also find movies like Avatar: The Way of Water, Shazam: Fury of the Gods, Ready Player One and Magic Mike’s Last Dance.
Watch the video below to relive Carrie and Aidan’s journey from Sex and The City to And Just Like That…
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August is Black Business Month and Janet Jackson is putting the spotlight on a sunscreen product that she got introduced to while enjoying her vacation in Italy. The music legend took to social media on Friday (Aug. 18) to gush over Black Girl Sunscreen.
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According to Jackson’s post, Survival of the Thickest star Tasha Smith introduced her to the sunscreen. “Enjoying the Italian sunscreen and @tashasmith4real introduced me to #blackgirlsunscreen,” Jackson wrote. “While it was made with people of color in mind, it can be used on every skin tone and feels so good. So worth supporting. Wishing the very best to all the entrepreneurs out there.”
Jackson has been vacationing in Italy after wrapping up her Together Again Tour in June. The jaunt closed with a whopping $51 million in revenue, her highest grossing tour to date, but she’s not done with the stage just yet. Jackson is slated to perform at the Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, Calif. on Oct. 27 and the OneMusic Fest at Atlanta’s Piedmont Park on Oct. 28. Get tickets here.
Black Girl Sunscreen doubles as a moisturizing lotion and is designed for everyday use. The sunscreen features “key ingredients” including avocado, jojoba, cacao, carrot juice and sunflower oil, to protect your skin from sun damage and there’s no leftover white or purple residue. Black Girl Sunscreen dries completely clear making it perfect to use before outdoor activities, but you can also wear it under makeup, according to the company.
Entrepreneur Shontay Lundy launched Black Girl Sunscreen in 2016 with a goal of starting a “conversation globally around sun safety to educate and protect melanin beauties worldwide.”
Black Girl Sunscreen is available at major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Amazon, Ulta Beauty, Walgreens, CVS and BlackGirlSunscreen.com. The water resistant, SP5 30, SPF 45 and SPF 50 sunscreen comes in a lotion and spray form for adults and kids in large and travel sizes. Black Girl Sunscreen works for different skin tones and of course, it’s not just for women and girls. Anyone can use it!
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Two months after announcing her partnership with Bose and teasing her upcoming single “Candy Paint,” Normani is expanding into product design. The singer teamed with Bose to release a custom version of the QuietComfort Earbuds II on Thursday (Aug. 17).
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The Normani x Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are an ode to her upcoming “Candy Paint” single with a metallic purple colorway that channels a candy paint job on car. Normani also put a clue about her upcoming album on the back of the charging case.
“There’s a little Easter egg on the back,” she says in a video debuting the limited-edition earbuds. “It’ll all make sense in the grand scheme of this body of work, which I’m really excited about.”
Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds II features touch control, 11 levels of adjustable noise cancellation, Custom Tune technology that personalizes sound to the shape of your ears and six hours of battery life.
Additionally, Bose QuietComfort II Earbuds have an Adjustable EQ setting located in the Bose Music app to controls bass, mid-range and treble. QuietComfort II earbuds are IPX4 rated moisture resistant, which means that they can withstand sweat, splashes and sprays.
In June, Normani announced her Bose collaboration with a video previewing her “Candy Paint” single. “The Bose team [were] really hands on and allowed me to be hands on and take leadership in terms of the creativity,” she told Billboard at the time. “It just felt authentic and enjoyable, honestly. It was probably one of the most seamless experiences [for a partnership] thus far.”
During the interview, Normani also shared that she prefers earbuds to headphones. “I’m definitely an earbuds girl. Especially in rehearsals with [choreographer] Shaun [Bankhead]. He’s going to give me an eight count, OK?! I cant help but go full out. I just feel supported [in earbuds] and not limited.”
Normani’s Bose earbuds are still available online at Bose.com, but stock is extremely limited, which means they won’t be available for long. Shop the Normani x Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II below.
Bose x Normani QuietComfort Earbuds II $349
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Collecting vinyl is only half of the fun. Once you build up your knowledge, you can have fun testing out more advanced record players and setting up a crisp listening experience using the best speakers, of course. With record players having a major comeback, models have evolved and modernized, allowing you to enjoy listening to popular artists today or classics from the past.
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Whether you’re an experienced record collector who knows how to safely clean vinyl, are a beginner starting your record-playing journey or are just looking for gifts for music lovers, there are a few things every record collector should have in their arsenal.
From unique pieces of home decor to vinyl storing essentials, we rounded up some accessories every vinyl collector should own.
Keep reading to stock up on the picks below.
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YuanDian Light Up “Now Playing” Vinyl Record Stand
$29.99
Looking to show off your records? You can spotlight whatever you’re listening to with Yuan Dian’s Light-Up Vinyl Record Stand. This stand can not only be mounted to your wall, but has a light-up ability to shine a light on the latest tunes you’re spinning for the day.
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MAWEW Record Player Stand
$29.99 $32.99 9% OFF
Even if you’re new to owning vinyl, your guests don’t have to know that, and this record player stand can assist in giving off the vibe that you know what you’re doing. The top portion allows you to keep your record player in a safe spot that also puts it on display. Underneath are slots for storing your vinyl, while the side comes with a hook to hang your over-ear headphones or tote bags — it’s up to you!
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Neoteck Digital Turntable Stylus Force Scale
$13.99 $15.59 10% OFF
Part of keeping your vinyls in pristine shape is making sure your record player needle’s force isn’t too heavy. That’s where a turntable stylus force scale comes in, like this one from Amazon — which is also at its lowest price yet in the last 30 days. How it works is you lay the device on a still record, then turn the turntable on and wait until the device zeros out. Place the needle on the center dot and read the grams on the display.
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EVEO Premium Vinyl Record Cleaner Kit
$21.97 $26.97 19% OFF
Keep your turntable and records in tip-top shape using EVEO’s 4-in-1 cleaning kit. Within it you’ll find everything you may need, including a velvet brush and cleaning fluid specifically for albums, a hands-free turntable needle gel cleaner and a duster brush.
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The Abbey Fixed Blade
$69
Getting a package filled with new vinyls can be exciting, but since they’re made from delicate materials you need to be gentle when opening packages. This fixed blade was originally designed with opening vinyl in mind as it uses a thin blade that won’t knick or slice the actual record. It also versatile and can be used to open letters, boxes and more.
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Big Fudge 12” Outer Sleeves for Vinyl Records
$14.99
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These outer sleeves may seem like a basic accessory to own, but they’ll go a long way in protecting the quality of your records. Included is 25 sleeves made from a high-density polypropylene that will stand up to water damage while keeping out dust and dirt that could scratch or ruin records.
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Pyle Phono Turntable Preamplifier
$18.99 $22.99 17% OFF
For less than $20, Pyle’s Phono Turntable Preamplifier will help boost your turntable’s signal if it’s not already built into it. What this does enhance the sound quality and overall better your listening experience. Even if your turntable has one built-in, if you want better quality, then an external one like this will only sharpen the sound.
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Victrola Vintage Vinyl Record Storage and Carrying Case
$50.51 $69.99 28% OFF
Want to take your vinyl with you on the go? Add this carrying case to your cart and worry less about scratching or damaging records. It can hold up to 30 records and is made from a heavy duty vinyl material that’ll protect your precious collection from bumps and tumbles thanks to its edge guards and lock system.
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Sony – Core Series 5″ 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers
$199.99
Some record players require separate speakers in order to hear your vinyls played in the best possible quality. Sony’s bookshelf speakers are compact making them apartment dweller-friendly while the three-way sound system condenses it into one source rather than investing in multiple sound systems. The speakers also come with 53Hz to 50kHz frequency response for a wider range of sound.
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Udreamer Record Player Turntable
$59.99 $99.99 40% off% OFF
And, of course, if you collect vinyl, make sure you have a record player turntable to play spin it on. Udreamer’s model is currently 40% off and comes in a convenient briefcase for portability. It supports three playback speeds and can play three different record sizes: 7 inches, 10 inches and 12 inches. You won’t need speakers either as it has built-in ones and Bluetooth capabilities, which allows you to connect your phone and stream music.
For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best record players and turntables, portable CD players and the best celebrity headphones.