Holiday Countdown with Mario Armstrong

The countdown to the holidays has begun! Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong and IntheNews.tv teamed up with some brands to help shoppers get a head start with the latest and greatest gifts and tech ideas of the season. Check it out!

Start your shopping early with Staples and find great deals on tech like this must-have laptop!

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 16” 2-in-1 Touch-Screen Laptop

Meet your challenges head-on with the 360-degree versatility of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 two-in-one laptop. With the Intel Core 5 processor, you can knock any project out of the park. Knock out a business plan on laptop mode, stream the latest episode on tent mode, go into stand mode for presentations, or sketch your next idea on the tablet. Made for easy carrying, this laptop is perfect for being on the move.

This will help protect you from online scammers during the holiday shopping season!

Mastercard Consumer Safety & Security Benefits

It’s the holiday season – and with the uptick in online shopping, beware of scammers! As you shop this season, Mastercard wants you to feel protected. Your World or World Elite Mastercard helps guard you against identity theft and fraudulent purchases.

Cardholders receive complimentary ID Theft Protection, which monitors your credit file for fraud and sends alert notifications about any suspicious activity, giving you peace of mind.

And remember, when you shop with your Mastercard, you are not liable for fraudulent purchases. As a Mastercard cardholder, Zero Liability applies to purchases made in-store, over the phone, or online.

Stretch your holiday shopping budget with this payment solution!

Afterpay

This holiday season, mindful shoppers can choose the flexibility and convenience of Afterpay’s Pay-in-4 option to help stretch their holiday budget this year. It’s changing the way we pay by allowing customers to buy their presents immediately while paying over time—offering a  simple, transparent, and responsible way to spend. From curated gift guides to exclusive top brands, the Afterpay app is a destination where consumers can get inspired, discover new brands, and shop for everything they need this season. This holiday season, consumers can even access discounts of up to 80% in the Afterpay app.

Get into the holiday spirit with these magical smart lights!

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro

Transform your home into a festive wonderland with Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro. With just one tap, you can create a magical Christmas light show tailored to your space. Built to endure winter weather, these durable, IP65 waterproof lights offer personalized holiday magic with features like DreamView sync and music-sync modes. They’re perfect for the entire holiday season and beyond, with a 50,000-hour lifespan. Priced at $399.99, enjoy up to 30% off during Black Friday. Create a stunning display with ease!

Here is a great idea for the coffee lover on your gift list!

Jura J8 twin

JURA J8 twin is packed with technical innovations for an unparalleled coffee experience. With its two high-performance conical grinders, it can prepare 31 specialties from the easy-to-use and intuitive Panorama Coffee Panel. Grinders actively monitor consistency and remain in rest mode between preparations, extending service life while ensuring delicious results. Each bean container can be filled with a different single-origin bean for creating custom blends. It features JURA’s exclusive Sweet Foam function that flavors milk foam with a hint of syrup, Coffee Eye smart cup sensor, and advanced brewing unit. Integrated Wi-Fi Connect for operating from a smartphone or tablet.

*Content Provided and Sponsored by Staples Stores, Mastercard, Afterpay, Govee and JURA.