Presidents Day deals have arrived, with significant discounts on a variety of tech gadgets, including the eye-catching Beats Studio Buds Plus, which are more than 40 percent off, according to The Verge. The sale, which includes deals on earbuds, speakers, TVs, and smart home tech, comes as retailers offer strong discounts ahead of the holiday. Most of these deals are set to end on February 17th, according to Wired.
The Verge reported that the Beats Studio Buds Plus, known for their colorful and flexible design, are available for under $100. This sale is part of a broader trend of discounts emerging after the holidays, with Presidents Day, Valentine's Day, and the Super Bowl contributing to the return of strong deals.
Wired highlighted several other deals, including the Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro for $449 (a $50 discount) and the Eufy X10 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum for $450 (a $250 discount). The publication also noted the availability of mattress sales for those interested in sleep accessories.
In other tech news, Google released the first Android 17 beta for Pixel devices. Ars Technica reported that the release, which was initially delayed, is now available for testing, though significant feature changes are not expected yet. The focus of this initial release is on testing system and API changes, including expanded support for adaptive apps.
Meanwhile, Chinese AI startup MiniMax launched its new M2.5 language model, which is open source and promises high-end artificial intelligence at a significantly lower cost. VentureBeat reported that the model is available through its API and those of its partners. The open-source nature of the model, under a modified MIT License, requires commercial users to prominently display "MiniMax M2.5" on their user interface.
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