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When they debuted for consumers earlier this year, 4K TVs carried a $20,000 price tag. For this reason, we'd wager that few dealnews readers realistically ever considered buying one — that is, until Seiki released a 50" 4K TV for just $1,500. Despite that crazy low price, there are still many reasons why it's not worth investing in 4K technology just yet.

Hointer, a jeans store in Seattle, employs solely robots to tend to the needs of its shoppers, down to delivering additional sizes in the dressing room. That got us thinking — what else should these automatons do for us in our daily life? We're keeping our fingers crossed that the next generation of robots will obey these commands.

Details on Microsoft's next-gen console will be revealed on May 21 and while most gamers are aching to know specs and hardware, we're zeroing in on the Xbox 360, which is poised to become the cheapest game console ever.

The dealnews Podcast Episode 256 is here! In this, their final episode — EVER — our panel of jokesters have a discussion about Facebook, Antenna Gate, space travel, Google Now, McDonald's all-day breakfast, and more!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 255 is here! In this next-to-last episode, our panel of goofballs joke their way through a discussion about Facebook Home, Twitter #Music, and more!

Canon revolutionized the digital SLR market almost a decade ago with its release of the first DSLR priced under $1,000. Now, with the new EOS Rebel SL1, Canon has introduced the smallest and lightest DSLR on the market — a camera that will not only challenge other entry-level DSLRs, but will compete with some mirrorless models as well. But is it as consumer-friendly as it seems?

The dealnews Podcast Episode 254 is here! Counting down to our final episode, this third-to-last show features a Facebook Home hands-on plus discussions of Google's Inactive Account Manager, 4K Ultra HD TV prices, Facebook auto-play ads, and more!

Thinking of buying an Xbox 360, Apple TV, Roku, or OUYA? Well, don't do it. At least not until you've read what we have to say about where Xbox 360 prices are going! You'll be glad you did.

The HTC First smartphone is, fittingly, the first phone to ship with Facebook Home, an Android skin that turns your homescreen into a social media feed. But since Facebook Home is available for a variety of other Android phones as well, is there reason to buy the First? Well, for one, it's cheaper than most of the pack.

The dealnews Podcast Episode 253 is here! Counting down to our final episode, this fourth-to-last show covers Facebook Home, Google buying WhatsApp, new Xbox rumors, and more!

Yesterday, we posted an amazing deal on a 2012 LG HDTV that dropped an astounding $290 over the course of just four days. For some consumers though, there was a catch: it was only available for pickup from a retailer with limited store locations. But would you be willing to take a trip for an awesome deal?

The dealnews Podcast Episode 252 is here! Press play and be swept away by our relaxing consumer news comedy podcast. In this episode, we announce some bad news. Plus: Celebrities who are getting Google Glass, Walmart making customers deliver to other customers, Google's same-day delivery service, Amazon and Apple reselling digital goods, and more!

dealnews discovered last month that Apple was apparently selling refurbished goods for less via a mysterious eBay store. Apple-philes were thrilled, but it now seems that this eBay experiment is no longer.

The dealnews Podcast Episode 251 is here! Crank it up and blast it until your neighbors complain! (Then apologize politely and turn it down.) In this episode, we talk about the winner of our NOOK Simple Touch and $50 AmEx Gift Card sweepstakes, West Virginia's ban on Google Glass, Windows 8 tanking, cloud services, everyone rumored to offer a music streaming service, and more!

Are you tired of reading rumors about the latest technology? Sick of hearing insane rumors about LEGO, Amazon, Justin Timberlake, and more? Well, neither are we! Hooray! That's why we put all the latest biz-buzz from the internet into one place, the Rumor Roundup!

The newly-announced Samsung Galaxy S4 will be released on April 26 and we should start seeing deals that take as much as 50% off the subsidized price starting this summer. But if you don't want to wait that long, here's how you can get the S4 for just $2!

The dealnews Podcast has hit Episode 250! That's over five years of our lives dedicated to bringing you consumer news ... and laughs (hopefully)! In this milestone episode, we talk about the death of Google Reader, Kickstarter, watch computers, and how you can win our NOOK giveaway!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 249 is delivering consumer news right to your front door. This week, our panel talks about Google Glass, airlines changing how and what we pay for airfare, how EA handled the new Sim City launch, Apple's streaming music service, and more!

eBay announced that it will cease to offer its Instant Sale trade-in service, leaving consumers with one less outlet for electronics resale. How will this affect consumers, and what services should you consider instead?

Late last year, it was discovered that Apple was discreetly selling its refurbished wares through eBay, at the exact same prices. But today, dealnews found that several of the items have dropped to prices that are lower than what the Apple Store charges directly — and in some cases, by a significant margin. What gives?

CES 2013 saw its share of new smartphones, tablets, and, of course, HDTVs. But this year, it also saw major Chinese manufacturers TCL and Hisense — otherwise known for their budget sets — push tier-one ultra HDTVs. Will the media blitz pay off? And will consumers eventually have cheaper ultra HD options at their disposal?

The dealnews Podcast Episode 248 will serve up some knowledge, hot and fresh, to your ears! This week, our panel talks about the new Google Glass video, the PlayStation 4 announcement, the state of the gaming industry, and more!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 247 will slake your thirst for knowledge. This week, our panel talks about the rumored Apple iWatch, Best Buy price matching, watching more (and longer) ads, and more!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 246 is here to fill your ears with consumer news. This week, our panel talks about future OUYA releases, U.S. Postal Service cuts, American Express Twitter purchasing, Valentine's Day, and more!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 245 asks: Are you ready for a podcast?! If so, press play and hear our panel talk about failed Super Bowl streaming, BlackBerry's new phones, OUYA preorders, Canadian pennies, and more!

The dealnews Podcast Episode 244 asks the age-old question: Do you want to listen to a podcast? If so, tune in to hear our panel talk about snack cakes, J.J. Abrams, Super Bowl streaming, Dungeons & Dragons, chicken wings, the 128GB iPad, and more!

Last year's live streaming online of the Super Bowl was a huge success, so they're making a sequel! This year, CBS will be offering the game online and they've made some upgrades to how it's done. Check out all the ways this year's Super Bowl experience will be better than last.

The dealnews Podcast Episode 243 is spreading the podcast love. Love our love? Why not give us a review! This week, the panel talks about leveraging a Yelp review for free food and services; health inspection ratings; getting sued for a Yelp review; the Best Buy coupon debacle, and more.

The dealnews Podcast Episode 243 is here to entertain and delight you. This week, the panel talks about the "big" Facebook news, Amazon AutoRip, HDTV upgrades, some of the best and worst of CES, and more.

Gadgets from the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show will soon start popping up in a store near you. And you may be wondering if any of them are worth the first-run, retail price tag. Here's some advice on whether you should spring for the latest and greatest tech, or instead opt for the previous-generation, "old tech" counterpart, which will surely be seeing new discounts in the coming weeks.

Time is not kind to tech. What was once the hot new announcement at CES is today's punchline. So feel free to laugh at these amazing old consumer electronics that were once the belles of the ball!