With CES over and Samsung’s Unpacked on the horizon, the Engadget staff had a quick chance to catch their breath this week. But we still kept an eye on the trading machine to see what technology sales were worth your money. There are several Apple sales going on at the moment, including deals on the latest iPad mini and the new 15-inch MacBook Air, as well as first-time discounts on the Kindle Colorsoft e-reader. There are some discounts on Bluetooth trackers that can help you keep an eye on your keys and bags. And Best Buy is currently running a promotion where you can get three months of Apple TV+ free, so you can start watching the just-dropped Season 2 of Severance. Here are some of this week’s best tech deals that are still available.
Anker Prime Power Bank 20,000mAh Portable Charger with Charging Base for $110 ($75 off): This matches the price this set was priced at on Black Friday. This is currently our favorite premium power bank thanks to its sleek design, easy-to-read display, and fast charging capabilities. But what really sets it apart is the charging base. Magnets align the base and battery for easy charging. The base also has an additional USB port, so you can charge other things at the same time.
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (2024, M3, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM) for $1,249 ($250 off): The latest MacBook Air is now available in all four colors on Amazon. Last year, we gave this laptop a positive review, saying it had enough performance for both productive work and casual play. The keyboard and trackpad are great and make using the laptop a pleasure. We recommend the M3 MacBook Air as the best MacBook for most people right now.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32 GB) $230 ($50 off with Prime): Prime members can save $50 on the recently released Colorsoft Kindle, aka the first Kindle in color. This is the first discount since the model’s debut. Our review department encountered a “yellow band” issue, but we have since received an updated reader and Amazon has made “appropriate adjustments” to resolve the issue. The software and display tweaks the company implemented worked and actually made the overall effect better. Please see the review for the full text.
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Chipolo One Point (4-pack) for $63 ($49 off): Chipolo One Point arrived shortly after Google launched its Find My Device feature. The Find My Device feature is a crowd-sourced search network that leverages other Android smartphones to track lost items (similar to Apple’s Find My feature). This is currently my favorite Bluetooth tracker for Android. I liked how easy it was to set up and how loud it was. Plus, unlike AirTags, it comes with a hole, so it’s easy to attach the tracker to your keychain. Even on Amazon. Chipolo also sells a pack that combines the wallet with two standard One trackers for $52.
Apple AirTag (4-pack) for $70 ($29 off): New AirTag models may arrive later this year, but for now Apple’s current AirTag is the best Bluetooth tracker for iPhone owners. It is thought that. While this isn’t an all-time low, it’s higher than the current rate of $73 that four-packs have been hitting over the past few months. Also at Best Buy.
EcoFlow Delta Ultra Inverter and Battery Bundle for $5,199 ($899 off): It’s not a casual investment, but if you want an all-in-one home battery, a single 6.1kWh battery and inverter will save you about $900. Masu. set. We checked out the EcoFlow Delta Ultra at CES last year (and this year we checked out the brand’s stylish solar hats). The battery is charged from solar panels or the grid and can power your home on demand or during power outages.
JBL Clip 5 for $50 ($30 off): If you’re looking for a portable music box with great sound quality, why not check out this sale on the JBL Clip 5? This model is not included in the list of best Bluetooth speakers. , but so do many other JBL options. This waterproof unit has a built-in carabiner, provides 12 hours of use on a single charge, and can be paired with other Clip speakers via the JBL app’s Auracast feature.
Get the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Gaming Controller for $98 ($32 off): The Core version of the Elite Series 2 controller is one of our top picks for Xbox accessories. It offers some of the key features of the $180 Xbox Elite Series 2 controller at a more affordable price. The Core has a rubberized grip and durable triggers, joystick, and directional pad. It also features up to 40 hours of battery life on a single charge. It doesn’t come with the various joysticks, directional pads, and back paddles found on the regular-priced Elite controller, but they can be purchased separately later.
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Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Earbuds for $45 ($35 off): These earbuds are our top pick for affordable wireless earbuds. You can customize the sound via the Soundcore app, and you can switch the earbuds between connecting to two devices. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) blocks out ambient noise and is surprisingly effective, especially for headphones in this price range.
Dyson Digital Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $250 ($250 off): We recommend several Dyson vacuums in our guide to the best cordless vacuums. Digital Slim isn’t on the list, but it’s worth considering, especially since it’s half price (this isn’t a record low price; it was $230 on Black Friday). It has a runtime of 40 minutes and is 30% lighter than the Dyson V11, making it easier to move around the floor. We also sell directly on Amazon and Dyson.
Buy Audible Premium Plus (3 months) for $3 on Amazon ($30 off, new and returning users only): From now through January 21st, new and returning customers can get $1 per month, or 3 months total. Get 3 months of Audible Premium Plus for just $3. . After that, it automatically renews for the standard $15 per month. This is Audible’s highest tier, allowing you to listen to anything in your Audible Plus library and keep one title each month from a carefully selected selection of audiobooks.
Corsair MP600 Mini (1TB) M.2 2230 SSD for $80 ($30 off) on Amazon: The MP600 Mini is a small SSD that can be installed in gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck and devices like Microsoft’s Surface Notebook . It’s not that different from the M.2 2230 drive we recommend in our SSD buying guide, but it’s currently $20 cheaper, matching its lowest price ever. Even Corsair.
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