{"id":12715,"date":"2022-08-19T14:42:59","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T14:42:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scienceandnerds.com\/2022\/08\/19\/microsofts-adorable-xbox-series-s-is-50-off-at-adorama-right-now\/"},"modified":"2022-08-19T14:43:00","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T14:43:00","slug":"microsofts-adorable-xbox-series-s-is-50-off-at-adorama-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scienceandnerds.com\/2022\/08\/19\/microsofts-adorable-xbox-series-s-is-50-off-at-adorama-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft\u2019s adorable Xbox Series S is $50 off at Adorama right now"},"content":{"rendered":"

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If you\u2019re still on the hunt for an Xbox, our deals team has got you covered. The Xbox Series S, the slimmer and paler cousin of the Series X, is on sale right now at Adorama for $249.99 instead of its usual $299.99<\/a>. Discounts as steep as this are pretty rare, making this a great opportunity to pick up the disc-less variant of Microsoft\u2019s next-gen console if you\u2019re okay with making a few compromises. The current $50 discount also applies to the Fortnite and Rocket League Bundle<\/a>, which comes with codes for 1,000 Fortnite<\/em> V-Bucks and 1,000 Rocket League<\/em> credits (a $16 value in total).<\/p>\n

The Series S touts many of the same features as the Series X but lacks a disc drive, which may be an annoyance for some players. Some more notable differences include the console\u2019s lower resolution \u2014 it only plays games at a modest 2560 x 1440 QHD resolution \u2014 as well as its paltry 512GB of storage. That said, you can always opt for more storage later through Xbox memory cards or external hard drives. Read our review<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n

The OnePlus 10T launched earlier this month but is currently available for a discount if you preorder one directly from OnePlus, which lowers the price of the 256GB configuration of this smartphone from $749.99 to $649.99<\/a> and makes this solid midrange option even more appealing. The 10T comes equipped with a similar processor to the OnePlus 10 Pro but lacks the same camera array, has a lower resolution display, and doesn\u2019t offer the same level of water resistance.<\/p>\n

If these are compromises you can live with, however, then the 10T is worth looking into if you\u2019re in the market for a new smartphone that offers top-shelf performance without the top-shelf price. Preorders from OnePlus are currently slated for delivery within the second week of September if you order now, ahead of the open sale date of September 29th. Read our review<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Finally, you can experience your retro game library the way it was meant to. The 8Bitdo SN30 Pro controller normally retails for $44.99, but it\u2019s currently discounted in the gray colorway at Amazon<\/a> and Best Buy<\/a> to $33.99, matching its best price to date. The simple Bluetooth controller will feel immediately familiar to anyone who has played games on the original SNES, but the SN30 includes a score of welcome quality of life improvements.<\/p>\n

The most obvious change is the inclusion of a pair of analog sticks alongside the D-pad and face buttons, which are more comfortable to use and provide finer control. You\u2019ll also find a pair of additional triggers, giving the SN30 the same number of inputs found on modern controllers. Perhaps most importantly, though, the excellent Bluetooth controller is compatible with the Nintendo Switch, Windows, and macOS, as well as both Apple and Android devices.<\/p>\n

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The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 launched at $149.99, but with the recent announcement of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro<\/a> during Samsung\u2019s most recent Unpacked event, the entry-level model has fallen to just $74.99 at Woot<\/a>. This is the best price we\u2019ve seen yet for these excellent noise-canceling earbuds, but it\u2019s worth noting that purchasing a model from Woot only entitles you to its 90-day limited warranty as opposed to the more extensive warranty you\u2019d get if you bought them elsewhere. While the water resistance could be better, there\u2019s no denying the attractiveness of their subtle design and the convenience offered by wireless charging. Read our review<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Samsung\u2019s Galaxy Buds 2 have a stylish, low-profile design, and the earbuds are incredibly comfortable to wear even for long amounts of time. The earbuds feature active noise cancellation, pleasing sound quality, and wireless charging.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n