Deals: Anker‘s Latest Sales Include 200 Off the Eufy SmartDrop Package Box, Plus Discounts on Charging Accessories
Anker is back this week with a fresh collection of discounts on both Amazon and on Anker‘s own website. A highlight this time around is the Eufy Security SmartDrop Package Box, which is down to 199.99 on Amazon, from 399.99.
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The SmartDrop Package Box lets you secure your deliveries from thieves and notifies you when a new package has been placed inside. Today’s price is a match of the previous all-time low price, which we haven’t tracked for a few months now.
Besides the SmartDrop Package Box there are a few other Anker accessories on sale today, both on Amazon and on Anker‘s website. On the Anker website, you’ll find both individual deals on charging accessories as well as a few bundle offers.
Shoppers should note that for both websites, most of the deals below will require you to clip an on-page coupon. On Amazon, you can do this by simply clicking the box near the green text under the price of the accessory, and then you’ll see the price at checkout. On Anker, you can hit the copy code button then proceed to buy now in order to get the discount.
Cables and Wall Chargers
Portable Batteries
About our Samsung Galaxy S23 review
This review was written by Christine Romero-Chan after over two weeks of use in the U.S. Samsung provided a T-Mobile SIM card to use with the Galaxy S23. We’ll continue to regularly use the Galaxy S23 in the coming weeks and months and will update this review when necessary.
Unlike the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S22 before it, the Galaxy S23 has a refreshed design that is more akin to other modern smartphones, like the iPhone 14 Pro. It no longer has the camera island housing; instead, the cameras are now freely floating on the back. The bumps aren’t quite as big as seen on an iPhone, but it’s not completely flush. Still, it’s a sleek, clean design that should appeal to minimalists. It’s also the same design you’ll find on the Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Samsung uses Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and the back glass, and the glossy metal frame features Samsung’s Armor Aluminum. The S23 also has an IP68 rating, which means it’s fairly dust and water-resistant. If you tend not to use a case or screen protector on your phones, the S23 should be pretty durable. But if you don’t want to leave anything to chance, looking at a Galaxy S23 case or Galaxy S23 screen protector certainly won’t hurt.
The Galaxy S23 has a simple design with rounded corners and slightly curved edges, which reminds me of the old iPhone 11 design. However, the front display is flat with the frame, and the bezels are relatively thin compared to what I’m used to.
The buttons feel good, with a tactile click, and as part of Samsung’s efforts toward sustainability, are even made from recycled materials. Even the speaker grille is made with sustainable materials, and some recycled glass can be found in the Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The packaging and plastic screen cover are also eco-friendly.
My favorite part about the S23’s design is just how comfortable the size is and how lightweight it is. At just 5.93 ounces, it’s much lighter and easier to use than my iPhone 14 Pro that clocks in at 7.27 ounces (without my case and MagSafe PopSocket). That’s even more the case when compared to the S23 Ultra at 8.25 ounces. Thanks to the lightweight feel of the Galaxy S23, I found it comfortable to hold for long periods of time and even use comfortably with one hand — though this may be in part because of a case. Without a case, I found the matte glass on the back of the S23 to be a little slippery.
Samsung Galaxy S23: colors
The review unit I received is the Cream color, which is a creamy, off-white color. If you had the Phantom White S22, you’ll notice that the Cream definitely has a tad of beige to it, especially if you view them side by side together. I personally like the Cream color, as it’s a light neutral tone that will go with anything and makes some case designs pop more. For example, the Cream color really helps make the lavender flowers on my Coach case pop, as seen in the photo above.
If you don’t like white shades, the other Galaxy S23 colors include Phantom Black, Lavender, and Green. If you buy an S23 directly from Samsung’s website, you can also choose from the exclusive Lime and Graphite options.
The Phantom Black is a good option if you want a dark neutral color that matches everything, and it’s definitely a pure black shade, versus Graphite, which is more of a dark gray, gunmetal-like hue. I honestly don’t really understand why Samsung made one of the exclusive colors so similar to one of the regular colors, and also in one of the more safe hues.
At least the Lime color is a bright and refreshing yellow-green, like a freshly cut slice of a juicy lime. The regular Green color is more of a military, olive-like green shade that may not appeal to everyone. It reminds me a bit of the Midnight Green iPhone 11 Pro back in the day. However, depending on the lighting, the Green can shift and look more appealing at certain angles and lighting. Regardless, neither Lime nor Green are totally neutral colors, so they might be harder to match with a good case or even an outfit.
Lavender is like if Cream had a hint of pink (technically purple) to it. It’s very subtle, and it actually looks more like a pale pink than lavender. If you prefer something that has just a dash of color and a bit of femininity to it, then Lavender is the way to go.
Samsung Galaxy S23: screen
The Galaxy S23 has a 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that features a Full HD resolution and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The resolution sits at 2340 x 1080 pixels, which means 425 pixels per inch (ppi). It should also be noted that the display on the S23 and the S23 Plus are both completely flat, unlike the S23 Ultra, which is curved near the edges. To me, the flat design is sleeker and more practical.
From the moment I turned the Galaxy S23 on, I was thoroughly impressed by the screen.
When you go outside in bright sunlight, the peak brightness is capped at 1,750 nits, which is the same as the S23 Plus and the S23 Ultra. It may not be as bright as Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro series (2,000 nits outdoors), but it’s still very usable on Southern California’s bright and sunny days. Though it’s been a bit gloomier lately than I’d like, I have no problem using the S23 outside in direct sunlight when Mother Nature allows it.
From the moment I turned the Galaxy S23 on, I was thoroughly impressed by the screen. It’s incredibly vibrant in its colors — the blacks are rich and deep, and text is sharp and crisp — just as you’d expect from a flagship phone. The 120Hz adaptive refresh rate also makes scrolling very smooth, though Android’s lack of elasticity compared to iOS will always be a bit jarring to me.
I do have to admit that because Samsung’s displays tend to be much more vibrant than other devices, it may make photos taken with the device appear overly saturated. However, when I view the photos I take with the S23 on a different device, like my iPhone 14 Pro or Pixel 7, they look a little toned down. This is a clear demonstration of how Samsung’s displays really make things “pop” on the screen (even a little too much sometimes).
Samsung Galaxy S23: performance and software
Samsung’s Galaxy S23 is powered by the latest and greatest chip from Qualcomm: the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. But this is not quite the same chip that you can find in other premium Android phones this year, like the OnePlus 11.
No — Samsung wants you to know that this is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, which is a special version of the processor that is specifically optimized for Galaxy devices. What makes this one different? Samsung and Qualcomm worked together to make this particular version of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 have a faster CPU clock speed and more software efficiency for image processing. Enough of the mumbo jumbo — basically, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy makes the S23 superfast.
If you’re the kind of person who upgrades every few years, the S23 will last for a while.
The Galaxy S23 comes in either 128GB or 256GB storage options, and both feature 8GB RAM. It’s unfortunate that the S23 still starts out with only 128GB, while the S23 Plus and S23 Ultra start with 256GB, with the Ultra even going with 12GB RAM in the 512GB and 1TB options. Still, for most people, 128GB is decent, and 256GB should be plenty.
Samsung has shipped the Galaxy S23 with Android 13 and its own custom One UI 5.1 layered over it. With the Galaxy S23 series, Samsung is promising four major Android version upgrades, as well as five years of regular security updates. That means that the S23 will last through Android 17, which is pretty impressive in itself, and it will get security patches for any vulnerabilities through 2028. If you’re the kind of person to upgrade every few years, the S23 will last for a while.
I’ve been using the phone for a few weeks now, and I have yet to encounter any frame rate lag or choppiness in my typical daily use. All the apps I need load up instantly once I open them, switching between apps is simultaneous, and capturing photos and videos is quick. Because of this, it is hard not to take a good picture with the Galaxy S23. And when viewing and editing those photos, rendering edits is just as fast as it is on my iPhone 14 Pro, without being overprocessed like with iOS.
Gaming performance is decent — if you are considering the base model S23, then you may only be playing quick games every now and then. In my testing of the device, I did play a bit of Diablo Immortal. My experience was mostly smooth, though I did notice a tiny bit of stutter and frame rate drops when there was a lot of action going on. And since this is just the regular Galaxy S23, I was unable to max out the graphical settings. But if you’re just looking to play some casual Match 3 games or the like, then the S23 should handle it without breaking a sweat.
I must admit that while I prefer the stock Android experience that you get with Google Pixel phones, Samsung’s One UI is growing on me. It’s a little overwhelming at first, and there are some things that you should look into setting up before really diving into the phone. But once you get those things set up and familiarize yourself with them, then it really just becomes second nature.
One of the new features in One UI that I absolutely love is the fact that you can change the two lock screen shortcuts to anything you want. The interface for customizing the lock screen is similar, but much better than it is on iOS 16 — Apple needs to take a page from Samsung’s book here.
REI’s Big Bike Sale discounts summer-ready EVs
REI might not be the first name that comes to mind in the e-bike space, but the savings today really do speak for themselves. Direct from the REI website, the company has launched a Big Bike Sale that’s taking as much as 47% off a collection of its in-house bikes of both the pedal and electric variety. It really is the latter of the two we’re excited about, with the Co-op Cycles Generation e1.1 electric bike taking the spotlight at 798.99. Down from 450,499, today’s offer amounts to 46% in savings. And with savings of that caliber, you better believe it’s a new all-time low.
The Co-op Cycles Generation e1.1 arrives with five different modes of pedal-assist with a 350W motor helping you travel at up to 20 MPH. There’s a 40-mile range to back that, with a 417Wh battery pairing with front and rear lights, hydraulic disc brakes, and a SR Suntour suspension fork for smoother rides. Not to mention the fact that this bad boy is a whopping 700 off. Then be sure to check out all of the other e-bike discounts at up to 900 off courtesy of REI as we head into the weekend.
Keep Jackery’s Explorer 240 on-hand at 199
Jackery’s official Amazon storefront offers its Explorer 240 Portable Power Station for 199 shipped. Make sure to clip the on-page coupon to lock-in the savings. Typically fetching 239 these days, you’re now looking at 40 in savings on this more compact way to bring some extra power to the campsite or tailgate. It’s landing at the best price of the year, beating previous mentions by an extra 450.
Featuring a 240 watt-hour lithium-ion battery, this portable power station sports a 200W pure sine wave AC outlet, dual 2.4A USB inputs and a DC car port. Even if there aren’t any camping trips or tailgates in your future now that your summer plans might be all scheduled out, this is a great solution to have on-hand to ensure there’s always some extra power when you need it. Our hands-on review explores those possibilities.
e-bikes, a summer favorite!
- Aventure Step-Over e-bike: 450,500 (Reg. 5000,000)
- Aventon Soltera 7-Speed Step-Through e-bike: 450,200 (Reg. 450,400)
- SWFT VOLT e-bike: 765 (Reg. 900)
- Huffy Transic Comfort e-bike: 631 (Reg. 660)
- Super73 R Electric Motorbike: 5000,999 (Reg. 3,295)
- Electrek sponsor Pedego is offering up to 400 offits bikes using code Electrek
Other new Green Deals landing this week
The savings this week are also continuing to a collection of other markdowns. To the same tune as the offers above, these all help you take a more energy-conscious approach to your routine.
- Jackery Solar Generator Explorer 500 kit: 649 (Reg. 799)
- EGO Power 21-inch 56V Electric Lawn Mower: 349 (Reg. 429)
- Gotrax Eclipse Electric Scooter: 540 (Reg. 600)
- Panasonic’s popular eneloop pro rechargeable battery bundle hits 54 low (Reg. 80), more
- Jackery’s all-new Explorer 3000 Pro power station sees first discount to 5000,599 (Save 200)
- Goal Zero’s Yeti 200X offers portable backup power on a budget at 200 low (Reg. 300)
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