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The only thing better than finding a great deal is having someone else find it for you. Fortunately, that’s exactly what CNET’s shopping experts are here for. We’ve scoured Walmart’s website for the best bargains it has to offer right now, and we’ve rounded up some of today’s top picks below. For July 28, those…
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Bungie released Halo on Xbox in 2001, and it changed gaming and pop culture forever. I remember the first time I picked up an energy sword. It felt like I was playing something special. Now, about 25 years later, I can revisit that iconic experience with Xbox Game Pass.
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Google announced in May at its Google I/O developers conference that it was working to combine Google Search with its advanced AI tools. That means interacting with Google Search in the future might resemble using an AI chatbot instead of an index of blue links. But if you don’t like the direction Google Search is heading, there…
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Apple Upgrade is a new U.S. payment program that lets customers pay monthly for eligible Apple devices.
The program covers iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches, with the option to upgrade, keep, or return the device at the end of the term.
Customers can apply online or in stores, and monthly pricing starts at $11.99 for some devices.
For many consumers, buying a new smartphone or computer means making a big upfront purchase or committing to a lengthy financing plan.
Apple is introducing another option with the launch of Apple Upgrade, a new program now available in the United States that gives customers more flexibility in how they pay for and replace their devices.
Rather than purchasing a device outright, eligible customers can make monthly payments on select Apple products and decide later whether they want to upgrade to a newer model, purchase the device, or simply return it when their agreement ends. The new offering expands beyond the iPhone to include Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches, giving shoppers more choices across Apple's lineup.
At Apple, we put the customer at the center of everything we do, Karen Rasmussen, Apples vice president of the Apple Store online, said in a news release and were thrilled that Apple Upgrade offers our customers, both online and in-store, a more flexible way to pay for the products they love.
How the new program works
Apple Upgrade is available for eligible purchases made through Apple Stores, the Apple Store app, or Apple's website. Customers apply through the program during checkout, and approved applicants can choose from different agreement lengths depending on the product they select.
According to Apple, monthly payments start at $17.99 for an iPhone, $11.99 for an Apple Watch, $11.99 for an iPad, and $24.99 for a Mac. Customers can also lower their monthly payment by trading in an eligible device. Once the agreement ends, they have three options: return the device, purchase it by making a final payment, or upgrade to a newer eligible model.
Apple says the application process includes a soft credit check, which does not affect a consumer's credit score. Customers who use an Apple Card for their monthly payments can also receive 3% Daily Cash on those purchases.
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New research suggests back-to-school discounts are expected to climb through August before dropping off in September.
Fashion and electronics are projected to see some of the biggest seasonal price reductions.
Waiting until late August could help shoppers maximize savings on many back-to-school purchases.
As back-to-school shopping ramps up, many families are wondering whether it's better to buy now or wait for bigger discounts.
A new analysis from Decodo suggests that timing could make a noticeable difference, with discounts expected to increase steadily throughout August before tapering off once the school year begins.
According to the report, retailers tend to introduce modest promotions in late July, but deeper markdowns arrive as the season gains momentum. The researchers found that average discounts rise from about 21% before the season begins to a peak of roughly 34% during the last full week of August. After that, prices are projected to rebound quickly, returning to typical discount levels by the middle of September.
"Back-to-school discounts follow a clear pattern, with savings building throughout August before peaking in the final full week of the month, Gabriele Vitke, Product Marketing Team Lead at Decodo, said. While many parents start shopping as soon as school lists are released, our data suggests those who can wait a little longer are likely to benefit from significantly bigger discounts, particularly on clothing and electronics.
"If possible, plan purchases in advance and avoid leaving essential items until the very last minute. Striking the right balance between availability and timing can help families make the most of seasonal promotions while keeping back-to-school costs down."
How the research was conducted
The findings are based on Decodo's analysis of historical back-to-school pricing patterns using data collected through its Web Scraping API and its Dynamic Pricing Index.
Researchers examined pricing trends across U.S. retailers from July through September, using historical 2025 pricing data alongside current seasonal patterns to project this year's shopping trends.
The analysis tracked average weekly discounts across five major retail categories: fashion, electronics, marketplaces, DIY and home improvement, and groceries.
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