Overview

• The $79.99 price reflects a $20 cut from the $99.99 list and marks the lowest since May, just $1 above the device’s record low.
• Engadget reports the deal undercuts a recent Prime Day offer by $4, with the same price available at Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart.
• Specs include HDMI 2.1 output for 4K at 60Hz, support for Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HDR10+, Dolby Atmos audio and a gigabit Ethernet port.
• The unit functions as a smart-home hub with Matter support and a built-in Thread radio for controlling lights, locks and thermostats.
• Reviews praise the clean interface and excellent voice remote, and Verge testing found setup takes about 10 minutes via the Google Home app.