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Cyber Monday 2019: Best deals on headphones incl. Jabra Elite 85h $200 Galaxy Buds $100 and more

Cyber Monday is here and that means it's time for round two of the big holi-deal days. We've seen some pretty major discounts hold up since Black Friday and a bunch of new ones announced just for Cyber Monday. We're seeing some great prices across the entire range of headphone styles from earbuds to noise-canceling headphones, and all of the biggest brands have deep discounts including Jabra, JBL, Sony and Apple . So, if you've been considering buying a pair Beats or Airpods, now's the time to save.

Some of the top savings from our list below include Bose's hugely popular QuietComfort 35 II noise-canceling headphones for $279 (save $70) and even Beats Studio3 Wireless Headphones have been reduced to $200 (save $150).

We've collected some of our favorite offers available this Cyber Monday, and we'll keep the list below up-to-date with the latest prices and deals as they become available. Oh, and while you're shopping, check out our Holiday Survival Guide for tips on how to make it through the holidays without too much difficulty. It's packed full of ideas to help keep your stress levels in check.

Samsung Galaxy Buds: $100You save $30

Amazon has the Galaxy Buds on sale for $100. We've seen them at that price before, but it's about as low as the get. Although they're not great for making calls, they're a decent set of true wireless earbuds that are a good AirPods alternative, particularly for Galaxy smartphone owners (and Android users).

$100.00 AT AMAZON

Jaybird Tarah earbuds: $50You save $50 a hand holding a toothbrush

These sporty earbuds aren't "true wireless" -- there's a cable connecting the left and right earbuds that wraps around the back of your neck. But they are fully waterproof, and they're half off right now.

Prices and inventory are constantly changing, but this offer is still currently available at Best Buy and Crutchfield.

$50.00 AT CRUTCHFIELD

Jabra Elite 85h: $200You save $100 a black computer mouse on a table

From Dec. 1 to Dec. 29, Jabra's highly rated Elite 85h wireless noise-canceling headphones will be on sale at Best Buy and Amazon for $200, or $100 off their list price of $300. They're currently on sale for $250.

Note that the best deal may not be available at all the retailers listed below. Prices and inventory are constantly changing, so check each site before you choose where to buy.

Beats Powerbeats Pro: $200You save $50 a group of colorful balloons

The Powerbeats Pro are back, once again selling at the previous all-time low price of $200. A bit of a mixed bag, the Powerbeats Pro have good sound quality, battery life and stay securely plugged into your ears. But you'll need to cart them around in an awkwardly large case that isn't especially pocket friendly. If you don't mind the large case, though, you're not going to find these earbuds for a better price.

$200.00 AT AMAZON

Earfun Wave: $30 with discount codeYou save $20 a black computer mouse on a table

If you're looking for a cheap, comfortable over-ear wireless headphone, Earfun's Wave is an excellent budget choice that sounds decent, has good battery life and nicely padded ear cups. It's normally $50, but if you apply the code EARFUN17 at checkout at Amazon, the price drops to $30. I like the sound of the Tribit XFree Tune slightly better (it's on sale today for $26), but this model is more comfortable to wear. It comes with a case but the headphones don't fold flat (they fold up), the case ends up being pretty bulky. That's their only drawback.

$30.00 AT AMAZON

Bose QuietComfort 35 II: $279You save $70 a pair of sunglasses on a table

On Thanksgiving Day, the Rose Gold edition of the QuietComfort 35 II was on sale for $249 or $100 off. That deal is over, but the black and silver versions (as well as rose gold) will be on sale on Cyber Monday for $279. With the arrival this year of Bose's new Noise Cancelling 700 Headphones ($400), you can expect to see continued sales on the QuietComfort 35 II, which remains a very good headphone that's arguably slightly more comfortable than the 700.

$279.00 AT AMAZON

JLab Audio JBuds Air: $30You save $20 a hand holding a remote control

They're back: Best Buy again has the JLab Audio JBuds Air earbuds on sale for $30. They normally retail for $50. JLabs makes a lot of true-wireless earphones and these are its most affordable -- and frankly, the only ones I'd buy. It's a decent set of true wireless earbuds that's a relative bargain at this price.

$30.00 AT BEST BUY

Jabra Elite 65t: $100You save $70 a person holding an object in her hand

Best Buy and Amazon have the Jabra Elite 65t earbuds (CNET gave them an Editors' Choice Award last year) on sale for $100 (not in all colors, but you're in luck if you've got your eye on Gold Beige or Titanium Black). The new, more compact Elite 75t earbuds retail for $180. The slightly more rugged Elite Active 65t model is on sale for $140.

Note that the best deal may not be available at all the retailers listed below. Prices and inventory are constantly changing, so check each site before you choose where to buy.

AirPods Pro: $235You save $14

Released in early November, the noise-canceling AirPods Pro are regularly priced at $250 but are currently available for $235. This small discount is great for those needing to upgrade their previous AirPods or those who want to dive into a truly wireless audio experience. Note that these keep going in and out of "backordered" status, so right now there appears to be a delay in shipping.

$235.00 AT AMAZON

Beats Studio3 Wireless: $200You save $150 a close up of a logo

Best Buy has had the Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones sporadically on sale the last two weeks. They're back at $200 (the lowest price we've seen for these), after briefly hitting $210. This model has been out a while, but they're still great noise-canceling headphones. They list for $350, but usually can be had for around $280.

$200.00 AT BEST BUY

Anker LIberty 2 Pro: $130You save $20 a black computer mouse on a table

Anker's new Liberty 2 Pro normally retails for $150 but is on sale for $20 at Amazon (you need to apply the $20 0ff coupon). It's one of the best values in true wireless earbuds, with very good sound and features (it has both USB-C and wireless charging). It also works very well as a headset for making calls.

$130.00 AT AMAZON

JBL Live 650BTNC: $100You save $100 a close up of a device

If you can't afford premium noise-canceling models from Bose and Sony, the JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones list for $200 and are very good. And this week, you can get them for 50% off.

$100.00 AT BEST BUY

Sennheiser HD 4.50R Wireless Noise Canceling: $80You save $100 a close up of a device

You can save $100 on the Sennheiser HD 4.50R model right now at Best Buy. The only difference between it and the HD 4.50 BTNC version that I reviewed is that the accent color is red instead of silver. (The BTNC model is also on sale at Best Buy, but for $130.) At this price, they're a solid budget alternative to premium models from Bose and Sony.

$80.00 AT BEST BUY

Jabra Move Style Edition: $60You save $40 a close up of a restroom

The latest version of Jabra's popular "value" on-ear headphones, the Move, is on sale for $40 off at various retailers. The Style headphones are available in three new colors (navy, gold beige and black) and have a bump in battery life. At $60, it's a nice deal for someone looking for affordable-quality on-ear wireless headphones.

$60.00 AT AMAZON

Sony WH-XB900N Extra Bass: $148You save $100

The Sony WH-XB900N Extra Bass headphones have a similar design to the WH-1000XM3 and share many of that model's features but for $100 less. Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart briefly had the WH-XB900N on sale for $130. That deal is gone, but Amazon still has some units on sale for $148 (in blue). They're comfortable to wear and have USB-C charging, good battery life and effective noise cancellation. They also work decently as a headset for making calls, and the sound quality is good as long as you don't mind a preponderance of bass.

$148.00 AT AMAZON

Klipsch T5 True Wireless: $149You save $50 a close up of a logo

Amazon has Klipsch's T5 True Wireless earbuds on sale for $50 off. I was impressed with their sound -- it's nicely detailed with natural-sounding mids and punchy, well-defined bass. The only caveat is you really have to jam the tips into your ears to get a tight seal and block out noise, and the design may not be for everyone.

While the Zippo-inspired case is somewhat heavy for its relatively compact size, it's sleek and sturdy with USB-C charging. Battery life is also a highlight: The earbuds themselves can run for up to 8 hours on a single charge at moderate volume levels and the case with its built-in battery provides three additional charges on the go.

The T5 Wireless earbuds use Bluetooth 5.0 and support both AAC and AptX. As for water resistance, they're splashproof (IPX4-certified).

$149.00 AT AMAZON

Sony WH-1000XM3: $278You save $70 a close up of a device

Sony's excellent WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones have regularly been on sale for as low as $250. But they're hovering around $278 this week at a variety of retailers including Best Buy and Amazon. Buy them knowing you're getting the best overall noise-canceling headphones available today.

Note that the best deal may not be available at all the retailers listed below. Prices and inventory are constantly changing, so check each site before you choose where to buy.

Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3150: $100You save $50 a black and blue shoes

Best Buy has the all-black version of the Plantronics BackBeat Fit 3150 true wireless earbuds on sale for $50 off. The open design lets ambient noise in (a safety feature for runners) while the BackBeat Fit 3200 has a noise-isolating design that helps improve the sound quality, particularly the bass. That said, both models have the same drivers so they produce the same sound -- you just hear it differently thanks to the design of the ear tips. Both are an improvement over the earlier Backbeat 3100 model, which had some connectivity issues.

As with the Powerbeats Pro, the one downside is that the BackBeat Fit 3150 earbuds have a large charging case that isn't so pocket-friendly.

$100.00 AT BEST BUY

Plantronics BackBeat Fit 6100: $110You save $70

The BackBeat Fit 6100 over-the-ear wireless headphones are a very solid choice for both the gym and everyday use. The adjustable sport-fit headband has an IPX5-rated water-resistant and sweatproof design, 40mm angled drivers and noise-isolating earcups with an Awareness mode. Battery life is rated at 24 hours. I thought they were a little expensive at $180, but Best Buy has them for $110, which makes them more attractive.

$110.00 AT BEST BUY

Beats Solo3 Wireless: $130You save $35 a close up of a woman

Walmart has the on-ear Beats Solo3 headphones (the Pop color collection) on sale for $130, but that deal seems to be almost dead (only the purple color was available at that price when I checked and it will most likely run out soon). However, Amazon has the black version on sale for $130.

$130.00 AT AMAZON

1More Stylish True Wireless: $80 a black computer mouse on a table

1More's Stylish True Wireless are one of the best sounding true wireless earbuds for less than $100. They're on sale for $20 off at Amazon. They're available in multiple color options at that discounted price.

$80.00 AT AMAZON

Out of Stock or ExpiredAirPods 2nd-gen: $140 (temporarily out of stock)You save $20

Apple's various AirPods have been all over the map in recent weeks, with a variety of deals that have popped up and sold out almost faster than we could write about them. This isn't the best deal we've ever seen, but you can currently get the second-gen AirPods (not be confused with the AirPods Pro) for $20 off.

$140.00 AT AMAZON

a close up of a cell phone: The recently released Echo Show 8 -- it's basically a larger version of the popular Echo Show 5, currently on sale for $50 -- and therefore better suited to places like the kitchen, where the 8-inch screen makes it easier to view cooking videos and the like. Read our Amazon Echo Show 8 review.

The recently released Echo Show 8 -- it's basically a larger version of the popular Echo Show 5, currently on sale for $50 -- and therefore better suited to places like the kitchen, where the 8-inch screen makes it easier to view cooking videos and the like. Read our Amazon Echo Show 8 review.

Facebook suspends many apps over data unsuitable way investigation

Facebook has so far suspended around 200 apps in the first stage of its review into apps that had access to large quantities of user data, in a response to a scandal around political consultancy Cambridge Analytica.

The apps were suspended pending a thorough investigation into whether they misused any data, said Ime Archibong, Facebook’s vice president of product partnerships.

Facebook said it has looked into thousands of apps till date as part of an investigation that Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg announced on March 21st.

Zuckerberg had said the social network will investigate all apps that had access to large amounts of information before the company curtailed data access in 2014.

“There is a lot more work to be done to find all the apps that may have misused people’s Facebook data – and it will take time,” Archibong said.

“We have large teams of internal and external experts working hard to investigate these apps as quickly as possible.”

Facebook was hit by the privacy scandal in mid-March after media reports that Cambridge Analytica improperly accessed data to build profiles on American voters and influence the 2016 presidential election.

The incident led to backlash from celebrities and resulted in the company losing billions in market value. Zuckerberg apologized for the mistakes his company made and testified before the U.S. lawmakers.

The company, however, regained much of its lost market value after it reported a surprisingly strong 63 percent rise in profit and an increase in users when it announced quarterly results on April 25.

Shares of the company were up 0.4 percent at $87.65 in premarket trading.