Facebook Portal is a dedicated video calling device, similar to the best tablets but designed to be left on a surface like a coffee table, with a built-in stand to keep it propped up. You can use it to video call your friends and family using either the WhatsApp or Messenger apps, so you can easily get in touch with anyone on your friends list, or those you have a contact number for. Parents will be thrilled to know that there is also a Story Time mode, which uses augmented reality and the built-in camera to turn you and your child into their favorite characters as you read along to classic children’s books. And for those of you concerned about privacy, the camera and mic can be turned off with a simple button press. We’ve technically seen the Facebook Portal cheaper than this back in March (opens in new tab), when it was down to $89 when bought with a discount code, but this is still a fantastic deal if you were on the fence about picking one up. If you’d prefer something a bit more multi-functional that can still handle family video calls, check out our reviews of the best tablets (opens in new tab) or the best laptops (opens in new tab).
