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<p class="has-text-align-none">Amazon’s first big sale event of 2025, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/events/bigspringsale/">Big Spring Sale</a>, is officially in the bag. Many of the best deals have since disappeared, but<a href="https://howl.link/p8ulxj2k58yji">,</a> fortunately, a few of our favorites are still hanging around. We’ve rounded up the cream of the crop below, which includes deals on everything from <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B0CCZ1L489/">headphones</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG5G9HQM/">robot vacuums</a> to <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099284SRR/">chargers</a> and <a href="https://howl.link/p8ulxj2k58yji">OLED TVs</a>.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">Even better, while having a Prime subscription means your packages will arrive more quickly, you don’t necessarily need to be a member to get in on these tried-and-tested <em>Verge</em> favorites (only in rare cases are deals exclusive to Prime members, and we’ll note when that’s the case). We’ve also highlighted deals at competing retailers, including <a href="https://howl.link/mnjvisoyvyd5d">Best Buy</a> and <a href="https://www.walmart.com/shop/savings">Walmart</a>, just in case you don’t want to shop from Amazon.</p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="featured-deals">Featured deals</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit</h3>
<div class="product-description">Hoto’s electric screwdriver is perfect for making small- to medium-sized repairs around the house. In addition to a USB-C port, the screwdriver comes with a magnetic case and 25 steel bits.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Hoto-3.6V-Electric-Screwdriver-Kit-Lifestyle-Image-2.webp?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/HOTO-Electric-Screwdriver-Cordless-Mechanical/dp/B0BLMQ8BXB"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $29.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://hototools.com/products/3-6v-electric-screwdriver-kit-pro"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Hoto</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>LG B4 series OLED TV</h3>
<div class="product-description">LG’s B4 might be one of the cheapest OLED TVs available, but it still offers plenty of bang for your buck — including four HDMI 2.1 ports, speedy performance, and five years’ worth of webOS updates.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img width="300" height="198" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/LG_B4_Series_OLED_TV_Lifestyle_Press_Image.webp?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-48-class-b4-series-oled-4k-uhd-smart-webos-tv-2024/6584787.p?"> <strike>$799.99</strike> $549.99 at <strong>Best Buy (48-inch)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-55-class-b4-series-oled-4k-uhd-smart-webos-tv-2024/6578057.p?skuId=6578057"> <strike>$1099.99</strike> $899.99 at <strong>Best Buy (55-inch)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/LG-55-Class-4K-UHD-OLED-Web-OS-Smart-TV-with-Dolby-Vision-B4-Series-OLED55B4PUA/5446374203"> <strike>$1099.99</strike> $898 at <strong>Walmart (55-inch)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Baseus Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable 100W</h3>
<div class="product-description">The 3.3-foot Baseus retractable USB-C cable that changed how Verge editor-at-large David Pierce packs a tech bag is steeply discounted. It supports 100W passthrough, and perhaps it’ll revolutionize your gadget loadout, too.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Baseus-Free2Pull-Retractable-USB-C-Cable-100W.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Baseus’ Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable in someone’s hand." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0C85BVS5V/"> <strike>$16.99</strike> $9.95 at <strong>Amazon (3.3-foot)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0CZDJTRPZ/"> <strike>$21.99</strike> $15.19 at <strong>Amazon (6.6-foot)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.baseus.com/products/free2draw-mini-retractable-usb-c-cable-100w"> $16.99 at <strong>Baseus (3.3-foot)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Google Pixel Buds Pro 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">Significantly smaller and lighter than their predecessors, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 also offer stronger noise cancellation, a crystal clear transparency mode, and lengthy battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25640463/DSC_0139.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A hands-on photo of Google’s Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D79ND3N7/"> <strike>$229</strike> $179 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/google-pixel-buds-pro-2-wireless-earbuds-with-active-noise-cancellation-bluetooth-headphones-hazel/J39HHJXTGX"> <strike>$229</strike> $179.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://store.google.com/product/pixel_buds_pro_2?hl=en-US"> $229 at <strong>Google Store</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Dreame X40 Ultra</h3>
<div class="product-description">With a neat ability to remove and reattach its mop pads, the Dreame X40 solves the problem of vacuuming carpets (with 12,000Pa suction power) while also mopping hard floors. Its mops can also swing out and under low furniture, getting where most bots can’t reach.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25509055/IMG_3249.JPG?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.dreametech.com/products/dreametech-x40-ultra-robot-vacuum"> <strike>$1199.99</strike> $649.99 at <strong>Dreame </strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>HP Victus 16.1-inch gaming laptop</h3>
<div class="product-description">It’s not easy to find a gaming laptop that has an Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card in it for under $1,000, but the HP Victus punches well above its price.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/victus.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://howl.link/rdrp9w38xln2q"> <strike>$1499.99</strike> $899.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Eufy X10 Pro Omni</h3>
<div class="product-description">The X10 is a great robovac with excellent AI-powered obstacle detection, powerful oscillating mops, a user-friendly app, and good mapping capabilities.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25349902/8A0A1063.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPFBBHP4/"> <strike>$899.99</strike> $449.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.eufy.com/products/t2351121/"> <strike>$899.99</strike> $449.99 at <strong>Eufy (with code WS7DV2D5LF9F)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/eufy-Cordless-Robot-Vacuum-Cleaner-Obstacle-Avoidance/5440009519/"> <strike>$899.99</strike> $449.99 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Glocusent Neck Reading Light</h3>
<div class="product-description">Glocuscent’s rechargeable book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever you’re reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25258988/Neck_Light_1.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A man in a dark bedroom wears a neck lamp that illuminates just his face and the book he’s holding while sitting upright in bed." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Glocusent-Brightness-Bendable-Rechargeable-Repairing/dp/B07WNRN9WQ/"> <strike>$38.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>AMD Ryzen 9 9950X desktop processor</h3>
<div class="product-description">This deal on one of AMD’s top CPUs may stick around for a while, but only through March 29th can you get a free copy of <em>Monster</em> <em>Hunter</em> <em>Wilds</em> with your purchase.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/ryzen9.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/AMD-RyzenTM-9950X-32-Thread-Processor/dp/B0D6NNRBGP"> <strike>$649</strike> $549 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>2022 iPad (64GB, Wi-Fi)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Apple’s last-gen iPad is the spiritual successor to the older ninth-gen model, with USB-C charging, a larger 10.9-inch screen, and a faster processor. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23418039/apple-ipad-review-10th-gen-2022-10-9-tablet-ipados">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24128007/226361_Apple_iPad_10.9_10th_gen_DSeifert_0005.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A 10th-gen iPad in an Apple Magic Keyboard Folio." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/2022-Apple-10-9-inch-iPad-Wi-Fi-64GB-Silver-10th-Generation/1924288816"> <strike>$349</strike> $269 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.me/cm0fVZ35173"> <strike>$349</strike> $279 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Beats Studio Buds Plus</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Beats Studio Buds Plus sport an eye-catching translucent option and build upon the original with improved sound, better voice quality, and more effective ANC. They also include swappable silicon ear tips and support for native iOS and Android features. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23725921/beats-studio-buds-plus-earbuds-review-translucent-clear">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24662267/DSCF0760_2.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A photo of Beats’ translucent Studio Buds Plus earbuds." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beats-Cancelling-Compatibility-Microphone-Headphones/dp/B0BZK2Z2TC/"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Beats-Studio-Buds-True-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Earbuds-w-AppleCare-Clear/2846002354/"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.95 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/beats-studio-buds-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-transparent/JJ8ZHR2C24"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>WD_Black C50 Expansion Card for Xbox</h3>
<div class="product-description">Western Digital’s storage expansion cards for Xbox Series X / S consoles are speedy, plug-and-play cards that match the performance of the consoles’ onboard SSDs. They offer a slightly lower-cost alternative to Seagate’s expansion cards, which were the only game in town for years.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="242" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24705824/n7mIxPP.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A new Western Digital Xbox expansion card plugged into an Xbox Series S console" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/WD_Black-Storage-Expansion-Card-WDBMPH0010BNC-WCSN/dp/B0C44B1VSH"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $69.99 at <strong>Amazon (512GB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/WD_BLACK-Expansion-Officially-Licensed-WDBMPH0020BNC-WCSN/dp/B0DK74LG91/"> <strike>$229.99</strike> $179.99 at <strong>Amazon (2TB)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Roborock S8 Plus</h3>
<div class="product-description">Roborock’s hybrid S8 robot vacuum and mop features 6,000Pa of suction and sonic mopping, which means its flat mop pad vibrates to scrub floors. It has dual rubber roller brushes that do a great job on carpet, and it can lift its mop to avoid carpet. It also has an auto-empty dock option.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24762652/8A0A9237.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/roborock-S8-DuoRoller-ReactiveAI-Avoidance/dp/B0BVB1TRBN/"> $399.99 at <strong>Amazon (without auto-empty dock)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/482924/565706/9383?veh=aff&#038;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FRoborock-S8-Robot-Vacuum-Cleaner-and-Sonic-Mopping-with-DuoRoller-Brush-6000-Pa-and-Obstacle-Avoidance%2F2537263374%3Fwmlspartner%3Dwlpa%26selectedSellerId%3D101051411"> <strike>$399.99</strike> $349.99 at <strong>Walmart (without auto-empty dock)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Dreame L20 Ultra</strong>&nbsp;is on sale for $599.99 ($400 off) <s>a new low of $549.99 ($450 off)</s> at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dreame-Mop-Extend-Self-Emptying-Self-Refilling-Avoidance/dp/B0CC236CLT?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0326awD__24114602__________________google.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>. It lacks the self-retracting arms found on the newer, more powerful <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dreame-Removable-SideBrush-Extensive-Auto-Empty/dp/B0CXDXKSXP">X40</a>, but otherwise it’s a great cleaning machine. The dual mop pads can still extend to clean baseboard and corners, while its 7,000Pa of suction power does a good job of sucking up unwanted dirt and debris. The robovac is also capable of emptying its own dust bin and water tanks (as well as refilling them), in addition to washing and drying its own mop pads.</li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>iRobot Roomba Combo i5</h3>
<div class="product-description">Although it has been discontinued, the Roomba Combo i5 Plus remains a solid budget robovac / mop hybrid with room mapping features and wide, dual rubber brushes that are great for picking up dirt and debris.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/IMG_3026.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="iRobot Roomba Combo i5" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/iRobot-Roomba-Combo-i5-Robot-Vacuum-and-Mop-with-4-Stage-Cleaning-System/5074614907/"> <strike>$549.99</strike> $299 at <strong>Walmart (with self-emptying dock)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C415KNH8?th=1&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=theverge02-20&#038;linkId=4319ded51a4231a03ea012baa83a7013&#038;language=en_US&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $288 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (first-gen)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The older QC Ultra were a replacement for the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 with a more travel-friendly design, spatial audio, and better call quality. Thankfully, they still offer excellent comfort and some of the best noise cancellation available. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23920591/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/hermano/verge/product/image/10197/DSCF3705.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Bluetooth-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B0D4ZC4XMT/?th=1"> <strike>$429</strike> $299 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The <strong>Beats Studio Pro </strong>are on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beats-Studio-Pro-Personalized-Compatibility/dp/B0C8PR4W22/">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Beats-by-Dr-Dre-Studio-Pro-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Over-Ear-Headphones-Black/1575006069/">Walmart</a> for $199.95 ($150 off). Looks-wise, they’re not drastically different than prior Beats models, though they tack on a useful transparency mode, personalized spatial audio, and lossless playback over USB-C. Plus, unlike most noise-canceling headphones, they offer native support for both iOS and Android software features. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23799799/beats-studio-pro-review-apple-google-features">Read our review</a>.</li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Nothing Ear (a)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Nothing’s Ear (a) earbuds have the same stylish, semi-transparent design as the company’s other earbuds — but these come in a snazzy yellow. They combine decent ANC, enjoyable sound, and other features like multipoint for under $100.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25406200/DSCF6924.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A photo of new earbuds from Nothing." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPR5412/"> <strike>$109</strike> $79 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The <strong>Bowers &amp; Wilkins Px7 S2e</strong> — aka, the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/21345733/best-noise-canceling-headphones">best-sounding wireless headphones</a> you can buy — are available at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bowers-Wilkins-Over-Ear-Headphones-Model/dp/B0CH1NLX7K/">Amazon</a> starting at $295.60 (about $103 off), or from <a href="https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s2e/300866.html">Bower &amp; Wilkins</a> or <a href="https://howl.link/1nmye4atlzziq">Best Buy</a> for $319 ($80 off). The British audio brand isn’t as well-known as Sony or Bose, though with the S2E, you’re getting superb sound, superior build quality, and controls that rely on physical buttons as opposed to the sometimes finicky tap/swipe gestures found on mainstream noise-canceling headphones like Sony’s XM5.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/23187234/bowers-wilkins-px7-s2-noise-canceling-headphones-review">Read our review</a>.</li>



<li>The <strong>Beats Solo 4 </strong>have returned to $129.95 ($70 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beats-Solo-Ear-Headphones-Compatible/dp/B0CZPLV566/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://howl.link/p9i6lcfgde2eq" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Best Buy</a>, which represents their second-best price to date. It’s a shame they lack noise cancellation, but the headphones still offer good value with bass-rich sound as well as features like spatial audio and lossless playback over USB-C (or 3.5mm). They also offer native support for both iOS and Android, making them a good buy if you want some platform flexibility. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24145150/beats-solo-4-headphones-review" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read our review</a>.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Sony WH-1000XM5</h3>
<div class="product-description">With improved comfort, refined sound, and even better active noise cancellation compared to the previous-gen model, Sony’s WH-1000XM5 offer a compelling mix of features for the price. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23067645/sony-wh-1000xm5-noise-canceling-headphones-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/hermano/verge/product/image/9872/DSCF7805.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sony-WH-1000XM5-Canceling-Headphones-Hands-Free/dp/B09XS7JWHH/"> $398 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1706293-REG/sony_6505727_sony_wh_1000xm5_wireless_noise_canceling.html"> $398 at <strong>B&amp;H Photo</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-wh1000xm5-wireless-noise-canceling-over-the-ear-headphones-black/6505727.p"> $398 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="portable-charger-and-cable-deals">Portable charger and cable deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker MagGo Qi2 Certified 15W Wireless Charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest version of Anker’s magnetic MagGo charging pads supports 15W Qi2 and has a five-foot USB-C cable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25644573/092524_MagSafe_Qi2_BG_ADiBenedetto_0006.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMH2JVMM/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $14.99 at <strong>Amazon (black)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMGS3KWS/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Amazon (white, with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>If you’re not ready to pony up for a Qi2 charger, <strong>Ugreen’s Magnetic Wireless Charging Station</strong> has fallen to $23.99 ($12 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9X1RY8G/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>, which is about $2 shy of its all-time low. Unlike the newer Qi2 offerings that provide 15W charging speeds, Ugreen’s charger can only supply 7.5W of power to MagSafe-compatible devices, or 5W to a pair of wireless earbuds or any Qi-ready device if you’re using the integrated charging stand located on the bottom.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Zepath rechargeable AA battery fast charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">This slick, USB-C-equipped AA battery charger can charge up to eight batteries. As an added perk, it also comes with eight batteries to get you started.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/zepath.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Zepath-Rechargeable-Batteries-Charger-Capacity/dp/B0D9Y47CXM"> <strike>$36.99</strike> $26.49 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="speaker-and-soundbar-deals">Speaker and soundbar deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Soundcore Select 4 Go speaker</h3>
<div class="product-description">Planning a picnic or <em>Say Anything</em>-level romantic gesture? The Soundcore Select 4 Go is an inexpensive Bluetooth speaker that can help set the stage, especially since it easily pairs with a second Go speaker for stereo sound. It carries an IPX67 rating for dust and water resistance, too, meaning it’s perfect for seaside strolls, hikes, and other outdoor activities.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Soundcore-Select-4-Go-speaker-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB1753RZ/"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Soundcore-Select-4-Go-Bluetooth-Shower-Speaker-by-Anker/15285422389/"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>UE Miniroll</h3>
<div class="product-description">Ultimate Ears’ latest disc-shaped Bluetooth speaker is small and affordable, with a built-in strap for attaching it to your belongings. It also charges via USB-C and features an IP67 rating against dust and water, along with up to 12 hours of battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="253" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25761092/ultimateearsminiroll.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Ears-Ultra-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth/dp/B0DCJ9N5XR/"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/ultimate-ears-miniroll-ultra-portable-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-with-131-ft-range-gentle-black/6599166.p?"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/miniroll.984-002015"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Ultimate Ears</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>JBL’s Charge 5</strong> is on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X4YMTPM/">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://howl.link/4n2yt706cfa0w">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/JBL-Charge-5-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Speaker-with-Powerbank-Black/625340678">Walmart</a> in multiple colors starting at $119.95 ($60 off), which is the best price we’ve seen on the portable speaker since July. We’re not huge fans of the oversized JBL logo, but the powerful Bluetooth speaker hits all the right marks when it comes to functionality and performance, offering an impressive 20 hours of battery life and a built-in USB-A port that lets you top off your phone while listening to music.</li>



<li>Despite the fact the Sonos app has <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/630883/sonos-update-new-features-future-updates">been a bit of a debacle</a> as of late, I have few qualms about recommending the <strong>Sonos Era 100</strong> for around $199 ($50 off), its current price at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW34LCB8/">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://howl.link/0o6r720ug5qld">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/era-100-black/">Sonos’ online storefront</a>. It’s a great smart speaker with stereo sound, privacy-conscious microphone controls, and support for both Bluetooth and line-in connections. It can also connect to Spotify and every other music service you can think of and supports AirPlay 2, letting you stream content from Apple devices. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23656561/sonos-era-100-speaker-review-features">Read our review</a>.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Sonos Ray</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Ray is Sonos’ entry-level soundbar that’s best for bedrooms and smaller apartments. It only connects to TVs via optical cable, thus missing out on HDMI-CEC functionality. It also produces balanced, dynamic sound despite its small size, easily besting built-in TV speakers. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23149484/sonos-ray-soundbar-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23600118/DSCF8111.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://howl.link/uj51h1xsccqv2"> <strike>$279</strike> $179 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/ray"> <strike>$279</strike> $179 at <strong>Sonos</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Beats Pill (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest Beats Pill offers improved sound, USB-C, and native support for both iOS and Android features, including their respective Find My networks and voice assistants. It also bests the previous model with double the battery life and IP67 water resistance. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24185290/beats-pill-2024-bluetooth-speaker-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/Beats-Pill-Speaker-Lifestyle-Image-Gray.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGJ5F42Q"> <strike>$149.95</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Beats-Pill-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker-Navy-Blue/16071962081"> <strike>$149.95</strike> $89 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/beats-pill-wireless-bluetooth-speaker/-/A-92595737"> <strike>$149.99</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Target (with Circle)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>Sony’s SRS-XB100 speaker&nbsp;</strong>is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C29CL98P/?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0325awD__632597__________________theverge.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://howl.link/yr744y2ltk7bs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://goto.target.com/c/482924/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fsony-xb100-compact-bluetooth-speaker%2F-%2FA-94091540%3Fpreselect%3D92407323%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subId2=[vg0325awD][632597][][][][][][][][][theverge.com]" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Target</a> for around $48 ($12 off), matching its second-best price to date. Despite the fact that it’s tiny, the Bluetooth speaker delivers crisp, clear sound along with up to 16 hours of continuous battery life. It also sports IP67 dust and water resistance, so you can take it hiking or to the pool without worrying.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/23742818/sony-srs-xb100-portable-bluetooth-speaker-review" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read our review</a>.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>JBL Go 3</h3>
<div class="product-description">The last-gen JBL Go 3 may not be quite as powerful as larger models in JBL’s current lineup, but it remains a great pool-ready Bluetooth speaker that can fit in your pocket.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23892886/712U_BccsAL._AC_SL1500_.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KW1KR5H/"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $29.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/JBL-Go-3-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Speaker-Grey/546836796"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $33.9 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="smart-home-deals">Smart home deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Eero Pro 6E tri-band router</h3>
<div class="product-description">Eero’s Pro 6E mesh router is the Amazon-owned company’s last-gen model. It supports the 6GHz Wi-Fi band with speeds of up to 1.3Gbps and covers up to 2,000 square feet with one unit. Wired speeds can go up to 2.5Gbps. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23057029/eero-pro-6e-review-mesh-router-6-ghz-thread">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23418314/jtuohy_220426_5170_0015.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/eero-reliable-gigabit-connect-Coverage/dp/B091G65HH6"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $184.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/eero-reliable-gigabit-connect-Coverage/dp/B091G68F8C"> <strike>$399.99</strike> $299.99 at <strong>Amazon (two-pack)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/eero-reliable-gigabit-connect-Coverage/dp/B091G64GVK/"> <strike>$549.99</strike> $399.99 at <strong>Amazon (three-pack)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener</h3>
<div class="product-description">Meross makes a handy add-on that can transform a variety of garage door models into smart doors that you can open remotely. It works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="241" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25276750/Screenshot_2024_02_09_at_11.27.35_AM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="White device labeled Meross with black and red wires coming out" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084Z5QZR2"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $49.98 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The newer <strong>Eero Max 7 routers</strong> are also down to some of their best prices to date, with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HJJN7MS">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://eero.com/shop/eero-max-7">Eero</a> selling a single router, which can cover 2,500 square feet, for $479.99 ($120 off). You can also buy two for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HJGSNXB">$919.99 ($230 off)</a> or three for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HK6WYMC">$1,359.99 ($340 off)</a>. The mesh routers support Wi-Fi 7 and feature a pair of 10GB ethernet ports, along with two 2.5GB ethernet ports. They also support Matter as well as Zigbee, and can act as a Thread border router.</li>



<li>You can buy the <strong>Eve Energy Smart Plug and Power Meter</strong> at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZBGD87V">Amazon</a> for $29.95 ($10 off), an all-time low. Like other smart plugs, Eve’s handy device can turn traditional indoor gadgets like lamps and fans into smart devices; it’s also capable of monitoring your energy use and works with all the major smart home platforms (Amazon Alexa, Google Home, etc.) thanks to its support for the newer Matter standard.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is an excellent option for adding smarts and some style to your HVAC system. As well as being a smart way to control your energy use, the thermostat can also act as a video intercom for Ecobee’s excellent <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23919864/ecobee-smart-doorbell-camera-review">doorbell camera</a> and an indoor air quality monitor.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25000867/236841_Ecobee_smart_doorbell_review_JTuohy_0007.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/ecobee-Thermostat-Premium-Quality-Monitor/dp/B09XXS48P8"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ecobee-premium-smart-programmable-touch-screen-thermostat-with-siri-alexa-apple-homekit-and-google-assistant-black/JXC53VG8P8"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-thermostats/smart-thermostat-premium/"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Ecobee</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera</h3>
<div class="product-description">This is a great wired doorbell camera, and the only one that can use an Ecobee thermostat as a video intercom, making it a no-brainer for Ecobee households, as long as you can hook it to your doorbell wiring.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25000859/236841_Ecobee_smart_doorbell_review_JTuohy_0003.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/ecobee-Smart-Video-Doorbell-Camera/dp/B0C424CVZ8/"> $159.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ecobee-smart-video-doorbell-wired-with-advanced-person-and-package-detection-black/JXC53VLVQC"> $159.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-doorbell-camera-wired/"> $159.99 at <strong>Ecobee</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="the-best-outdoors-gadgets-and-goods-deals">The best outdoors gadgets and goods deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Google Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Wi-Fi)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Google’s latest Pixel Watch 3 is bigger and brighter than its predecessor. It also features more advanced running capabilities, offline Google Maps functionality, and deeper integration with other Google devices. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24239115/google-pixel-watch-3-review-smartwatch-wear-os-wearable">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25617847/247234_Pixel_Watch_3_AKrales_0114.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Close up of 45mm Pixel Watch 3" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-Watch-41mm-Smartwatch/dp/B0D912YVPQ/"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $289.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.link/gy9lnirpbt3tp"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $289.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://store.google.com/us/config/pixel_watch_3"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $289.99 at <strong>Google</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>Having access to clean drinking water everywhere you are is a privilege, but not guaranteed. If you’ll be out in the wild, or if you’re vacationing but want to be cautious when it comes to water intake, the <strong>LifeStraw Peak</strong> is worth picking up at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SBPWHS7/">Amazon</a> for its current price of $18.62 ($6 off). It’s essentially a thick straw outfitted with a filter that’s capable of removing 99.9 percent of bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from the water you’re drinking.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Garmin inReach Mini 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">Garmin’s palm-sized inReach Mini 2 satellite communicator offers off-the-grid two-way messaging, built-in navigation capabilities, and powerful mapping features, including the ability to set waypoints when paired with Garmin’s Explore app. A subscription plan is required to access the Iridium network, though, with prices starting at $7.99 a month.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/Garmin-InReach-Mini-2-Lifestyle-Image-3.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09PSKG7C3/"> <strike>$399.99</strike> $249.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Birdbuddy Pro (solar)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Birdbuddy’s charming, camera-equipped feeder identifies and snaps shots of each bird that stops by, supplementing its 5-megapixel stills with insightful facts via an app. The solar roof helps keep the camera’s battery topped up even when it’s cloudy outside.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Bird-Buddy-Pro-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHY6B9GY"> <strike>$299</strike> $239 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://mybirdbuddy.com/product/smart-bird-feeder-pro-solar-v2/"> <strike>$299</strike> $169 at <strong>Birdbuddy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="other-verge-favorites">Other <em>Verge</em> favorites</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Google Pixel Tablet</h3>
<div class="product-description">Google’s 11-inch Pixel Tablet uses the same Tensor G2 chip found in the Pixel 7 lineup. It also features a crisp LCD display and a four-speaker sound array. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23765921/google-pixel-tablet-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24733036/236705_Google_Pixel_Tablet_DSeifert_0001.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A Pixel Tablet mounted on its speaker dock showing a Weather Frog screensaver." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZMFZMR8/"> <strike>$399</strike> $249 at <strong>Amazon (128GB, without dock)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/google-pixel-tablet-11-android-tablet-128gb-wifi-porcelain/JJ8T5CC93R"> <strike>$399</strike> $249 at <strong>Best Buy (128GB, without dock)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZMDNSBQ/?th=1"> <strike>$499</strike> $309 at <strong>Amazon (256GB, without dock)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Samsung 990 Pro NVMe SSD (with heatsink)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Samsung’s ultrafast 990 Pro is a PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSD that can reach sequential read speeds of 7,450MB/s and write speeds of 6,900MB/s. It’s more than capable for high-end PC builds, and its preinstalled heatsink means it’s easily installable into a PlayStation 5. Its heatsink even has a bit of RGB lighting for some extra pop (if you’re able to see it).</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24792459/samsung_990_pro_nvme_ssd_with_heatsink.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Expansion-Compatible-Playstation5-MZ-V9P2T0CW/dp/B0BHJDY57J"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $139.99 at <strong>Amazon (2TB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-990-pro-2tb-internal-ssd-pcie-gen-4x4-nvme-with-heatsink-for-ps5/6523590.p?"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $169.99 at <strong>Best Buy (2TB)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>The Blue Yeti microphone</strong> is on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TW2RPHG/">Amazon</a> in a myriad of colors starting at $90.99 ($39 off). That’s not the lowest price we’ve seen — it’s fallen to around $70 in the past — but it’s still a good deal on what has become a certifiable classic USB mic in the era of never-ending Zoom meetings. The versatile mic is easy to set up and simple to use, with a three-capsule microphone that can capture clear, warm sound that should appeal to both amateur podcasters and anyone wanting a more professional setup.</li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Backbone One (USB-C) with carrying case</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you own an Android phone or an iPhone 15 or newer, you can grab one of Backbone’s phenomenal One controllers at a discount, and it comes with an official zip-up, hardshell case.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Backbone-One-Controller-Products-Table-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/bundle-backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-case"> <strike>$124.98</strike> $69.99 at <strong>Woot</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Hisense U8N (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Hisense’s 2024 U8N Mini LED TV runs on Google’s excellent TV software, boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, and offers up to 3,000 nits of brightness.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Hisense-U8N-Lifestyle-Press-Image-2.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CY4TQ91Q/"> <strike>$1099.99</strike> $698 at <strong>Amazon (55-inch)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CY4SM6P8"> <strike>$1499.99</strike> $949.99 at <strong>Amazon (65-inch)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CY4QVD4C"> <strike>$1643.96</strike> $1297.96 at <strong>Amazon (75-inch)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none"><em><strong>Update, April 1st:</strong> Updated to reflect current pricing/availability and to reflect the fact that Amazon’s spring sales event has ended.</em></p>

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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[We found 50 deals you can still get from Amazon’s spring sale for $100 or less]]></title>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[From the Kindle Colorsoft and&#160;Samsung’s new Galaxy S25 to the top-of-the-line Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra, Amazon’s Big Spring Sale has brought steep discounts on some of our favorite gadgets. There’s just one problem: a large chunk of them will set you back at least several hundred dollars, if not more. That can be a tough [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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	Anker’s latest GaN charger features four USB ports on the underside — a welcome twist on the typical port layout.	</figcaption>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">From the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGHYQ1VJ/">Kindle Colorsoft</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP3DB4CW?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0328awD__634880__________________google.com">Samsung’s new Galaxy S25</a> to the top-of-the-line <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQLPNB2X?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0328awD__634880__________________google.com">Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/events/bigspringsale/">Amazon’s Big Spring Sale</a> has brought steep discounts on some of our favorite gadgets. There’s just one problem: a large chunk of them will set you back at least several hundred dollars, if not more. That can be a tough sell in a day and age when eggs are twice as expensive and <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/637004/trump-auto-tariffs-25-percen">tariffs loom large</a>.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">We’re well aware of the current financial climate here at <em>The Verge</em>, so we’re highlighting some of our favorite budget-friendly picks alongside the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">best deals overall</a>. These gadgets and gizmos — many of which will remain available through the end of today, March 31st — are cheap-ish in price but not in quality. In fact, many of the items featured below, all of which can be had for less than $100, are some of the best available.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">What’s more, many of them don’t require you to sign up for Amazon Prime, meaning everybody can join in on the savings.</p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="headphone-and-earbud-deals">Headphone and earbud deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Nothing Ear (a)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Nothing’s Ear (a) earbuds have the same general design as the company’s previous earbuds — but you can get these in a snazzy yellow. They include ANC, more than decent sound quality, and other features like multipoint for just under $100. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133464/nothing-ear-a-specs-price-hands-on">Read our impressions</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25406199/DSCF6920.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A photo of new earbuds from Nothing." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPRP216/"> <strike>$99</strike> $79 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-a?Colour=Black"> <strike>$99</strike> $79 at <strong>Nothing</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Beats Studio Buds Plus</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Beats Studio Buds Plus sport an eye-catching translucent option and build upon the original with improved sound, better voice quality, and more effective ANC. They also include swappable silicon ear tips and support for native iOS and Android features. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23725921/beats-studio-buds-plus-earbuds-review-translucent-clear">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24662267/DSCF0760_2.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A photo of Beats’ translucent Studio Buds Plus earbuds." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beats-Cancelling-Compatibility-Microphone-Headphones/dp/B0BZK2Z2TC/"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Beats-Studio-Buds-True-Wireless-Noise-Cancelling-Earbuds-w-AppleCare-Clear/2846002354/"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.95 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/beats-studio-buds-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbuds-transparent/JJ8ZHR2C24"> <strike>$169.95</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>Anker’s Soundcore Sport X20 earbuds</strong>&nbsp;are on sale at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Soundcore-True-Wireless-Extendable-Cancelling-Waterproof/dp/B0CRT6HQ82/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://howl.link/v279y814pr78e">Best Buy</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/soundcore-Sport-X20-Anker-True-Wireless-Workout-Earbuds-Rotatable-Extendable-Ear-Hooks-Noise-Cancelling-Deep-Bass-IP68-Waterproof-Sweatproof-Dustproo/5334397756" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Walmart</a>&nbsp;for $63.99 ($16 off), matching their second-best price to date. The fitness-friendly buds are a lot like the Sport X10 — which were once our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/23413809/best-workout-fitness-running-earbuds">favorite budget earbuds for the gym</a>&nbsp;— only they offer longer battery life, a more robust IP68 water resistance rating, and multipoint support. They also supposedly offer better noise cancellation and continue to sport an adjustable ear hook, which is a boon if you’re someone who struggles with keeping traditional earbuds in during intense gym sessions.</li>



<li>If you’re in the market for a pair of headphones, <strong>Sony’s WH-CH520</strong> are on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BS1PRC4L/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a> starting at $35.95 (about $24 off), their lowest price to date. The over-ears offer a solid set of features for their price, including up to 50 hours of battery life, decent sound, and support for both Google Assistant and Siri.</li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>JLab Go Air Pop</h3>
<div class="product-description">The JLab Go Air Pop are an affordable pair of wireless earbuds with eight hours of battery life (or 32 hours with the included charging case). The case also houses a built-in USB-A charging plug, so you’re never without a charging cable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25116142/JLab_Go_Air_Pop_Lifestyle_Press_Image_copy.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/jlab-go-air-pop-true-wireless-in-ear-bluetooth-headphones-white/J3GW8XZQ49"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $14.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="bluetooth-speaker-deals">Bluetooth speaker deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>UE Miniroll</h3>
<div class="product-description">Ultimate Ears’ latest disc-shaped Bluetooth speaker is small and affordable, with a built-in strap for attaching it to your belongings. It also charges via USB-C and features an IP67 rating against dust and water, along with up to 12 hours of battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="253" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25761092/ultimateearsminiroll.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Ears-Ultra-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth/dp/B0DCJ9N5XR/"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/ultimate-ears-miniroll-ultra-portable-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-with-131-ft-range-gentle-black/6599166.p?"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/miniroll.984-002015"> <strike>$79.99</strike> $49.99 at <strong>Ultimate Ears</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Echo Pop</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Echo Pop is one of Amazon’s smallest Alexa-enabled smart speakers. It offers a unique semisphere form factor and can function as an Eero mesh Wi-Fi extender.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24691058/236685_Amazon_Echo_Pop_JTuohy_0006.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Teal Amazon Echo Pop viewed at an angle with colorful pots in the background." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-sound-compact-speaker-Lavender/dp/B09WNK39JN"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-echo-pop-1st-generation-smart-speaker-with-alexa-charcoal/6544302.p?skuId=6544302"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-echo-pop-1st-gen-2023-release-full-sound-compact-smart-speaker-with-alexa-charcoal/-/A-88440368"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Target (with Circle)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>Amazon’s latest<strong> Echo Dot</strong> is down to $39.99 ($10 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/All-New-release-Smart-speaker-Charcoal/dp/B09B8V1LZ3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://howl.link/hetdvyhem4v2u" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-5988952/amazon-echo-dot-5th-gen-smart-speaker-with-alexa.jsp/">Kohl’s</a>. The tiny, orb-shaped smart speaker features onboard microphones and produces good sound for its size, making it a solid option for listening to music, issuing smart home commands, checking the weather, and making other various Alexa requests. It also includes a built-in temperature sensor, which can tell you the temperature in the room and trigger&nbsp;various Alexa Routines, if necessary. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23426830/echo-dot-with-clock-2022-fifth-gen-review">Read our review</a>.</li>



<li>The <strong>Echo Spot</strong>&nbsp;is also on sale for $64.99 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFC8DR7C">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://howl.link/iv2vxpqonpsci">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-echo-spot-smart-alarm-clock-with-vibrant-sound-and-alexa-2024-release-glacier-white/-/A-91517246?TCID=PDS-14396074552&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwkZm_BhDrARIsAAEbX1FAtzsUXSOfzkybZC2cGp__XvgU7X1FlXlBFu5QyXR6FgkyNuf-NQkaAhc-EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds">Target</a>, which is a decent $15 discount. The Alexa-enabled smart alarm clock offers a customizable 2.83-inch screen that displays information like the weather; however, unlike Amazon’s larger smart displays, the Spot lacks a camera, so there’s less of a need to worry about privacy when you place it on your bedside table. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24207052/amazon-alexa-echo-spot-review">Read our review.</a></li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>JBL Go 3</h3>
<div class="product-description">The last-gen JBL Go 3 may not be quite as powerful as larger models in JBL’s current lineup, but it remains a great pool-ready Bluetooth speaker that can fit in your pocket.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23892886/712U_BccsAL._AC_SL1500_.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KW1KR5H/"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $29.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/JBL-Go-3-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Speaker-Grey/546836796"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $33.9 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.jbl.com/bluetooth-speakers/JBLGO3BLKAM.html/"> $39.95 at <strong>JBL</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>Sony’s SRS-XB100 speaker&nbsp;</strong>is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C29CL98P/?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0325awD__632597__________________theverge.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://howl.link/yr744y2ltk7bs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Best Buy</a>&nbsp;for around $48 ($12 off) or at&nbsp;<a href="https://goto.target.com/c/482924/81938/2092?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fsony-xb100-compact-bluetooth-speaker%2F-%2FA-94091540%3Fpreselect%3D92407323%23lnk%3Dsametab&amp;subId2=[vg0325awD][632597][][][][][][][][][theverge.com]" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Target</a>&nbsp;for $39.99 if you’re a member of the retailer’s free loyalty program. Despite the fact it’s tiny, the Bluetooth speaker delivers crisp, clear sound along with up to 16 hours of continuous battery life. It also sports IP67 dust and water resistance, so you can take it hiking or to the pool without worrying.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/23742818/sony-srs-xb100-portable-bluetooth-speaker-review" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read our review</a>.</li>



<li><strong>Soundcore’s Select 4 Go </strong>is on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB1753RZ">Amazon</a> starting at just $19.99 ($10 off), which matches its all-time low. The floatable Bluetooth speaker can last up to 20 hours on a single charge and can be paired with a second Select 4 Go for stereo sound.</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="charging-accessory-deals">Charging accessory deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker Charger (140W, 4-Port, PD 3.1) with USB-C Cable</h3>
<div class="product-description">Anker’s 140W GaN charger features an integrated display and four USB ports on the underside of the device, as opposed to the side, which helps keep it in place while charging.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25825886/Anker_Charger__140W__4_Port__PD_3.1__Lifestyle_1.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Multi-Device-Charging-Advanced-Intuitive/dp/B0DFCH3C4W/"> <strike>$89.99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.anker.com/products/a2697-anker-charger-140w-4-port/"> <strike>$89.99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Anker (with code WS24GKDU13)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>ESR Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Car Charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">A compact, flexible Qi2 charger for vent and dash mounting. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24057965/qi2-car-charger-esr-review-price-specs">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25271820/IMG_1743.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A black plastic car charging mount with the ESR logo at the center of the circular charging puck is mounted to a car’s vent." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM3DCWQY"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $18.04 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.esrtech.com/products/qi2-magnetic-wireless-car-charger-halolock-titanium"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $29.99 at <strong>ESR</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>If you’re someone who owns (or, someday, envisions owning) USB-C gadgets that draw a lot of power, it’s wise to buy cables with high wattage passthrough, just so you’re ready for the future. <strong>Anker’s six-foot 240W USB-C cable</strong> is a great candidate, especially since it’s discounted to $16.99 ($8 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ43567W?th=1">Amazon</a>.</li>



<li>Ugreen’s Uno lineup of charging accessories aims to be more personable. To that end, its <strong>6.6-foot 1ooW USB-C cable</strong> — which is currently discounted to $10.39 ($2.61 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7B719XQ?th=1">Amazon</a> — has expressive, Tamagotchi-like eyes. The reason? There’s no reason — it’s just cute, okay?</li>



<li>Power banks with built-in USB-C cables are the hot thing right now. As it turns out, having a battery pack that can charge your device in a jiffy and double as a lanyard is pretty great. Luckily, you can snag one of the most affordable 20,000mAh models out there, <strong>Anker’s 30W Zolo</strong> <strong>power bank</strong>, for $24.61 (about $11 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ9LH53B?th=1">Amazon</a>. While it’s not powerful enough to quickly charge a Steam Deck that’s running games, it’ll do just fine for charging it (as well as other USB-C devices) while they sleep.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker MagGo Qi2 Certified 15W Wireless Charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest version of Anker’s magnetic MagGo charging pads supports 15W Qi2 and has a five-foot USB-C cable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25644573/092524_MagSafe_Qi2_BG_ADiBenedetto_0006.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMH2JVMM/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $14.99 at <strong>Amazon (black)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMGS3KWS/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Amazon (white, with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 621 Magnetic Battery (MagGo)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Anker’s 621 Magnetic Battery is a slim, 5,000mAh charger that can attach magnetically to the back of any MagSafe-ready iPhone.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Anker-621-Magnetic-Battery-MagGo-Press-Image-4.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099284SRR/"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $29.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.anker.com/products/a1610?variant=42116103045270"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $29.99 at <strong>Anker (with code WSPDV2QGVRUD)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The <strong>Baseus Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable </strong>that <a href="https://www.theverge.com/gadgets/608258/best-retractable-usb-c-cable-baseus-amazon">changed how<em> Verge </em>editor-at-large David Pierce packs his tech bag</a> is on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0C858GPF9?th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=vergenewsletter-20&amp;linkId=2d670f0c99dc7b026388666f23bdc9ca&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl">Amazon</a> for just $10.39 ($7 off), its best price yet. The 3.3-foot cable supports 100W passthrough, and perhaps it’ll revolutionize your gadget loadout, too.</li>



<li>The <strong>Sharge Retractable 65</strong> is on sale for $36 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNM4ZX1Z/">Amazon</a> for Prime members, down from $49.99. The transparent 65W travel charger sports a classy look, while featuring a built-in retractable USB-C cable and USB-C port so you can charge laptops, phones, and other devices at the same time.</li>



<li>If you’re not ready to pony up for a Qi2 charger, <strong>Ugreen’s Magnetic Wireless Charging Station</strong> has fallen to an all-time low of $21.99 ($14 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9X1RY8G/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>. Unlike the newer Qi2 offerings that provide 15W charging speeds, Ugreen’s charger can only supply 7.5W of power to MagSafe-compatible devices, or 5W to a pair of wireless earbuds or any Qi-ready device if you’re using the integrated charging stand located on the bottom.</li>
</ul>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="smart-home-deals">Smart home deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is an excellent option for adding smarts and some style to your HVAC system. As well as being a smart way to control your energy use, the thermostat can also act as a video intercom for Ecobee’s excellent <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23919864/ecobee-smart-doorbell-camera-review">doorbell camera</a> and an indoor air quality monitor.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25000867/236841_Ecobee_smart_doorbell_review_JTuohy_0007.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/ecobee-Thermostat-Premium-Quality-Monitor/dp/B09XXS48P8"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ecobee-premium-smart-programmable-touch-screen-thermostat-with-siri-alexa-apple-homekit-and-google-assistant-black/JXC53VG8P8"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-thermostats/smart-thermostat-premium/"> <strike>$249.99</strike> $229.99 at <strong>Ecobee</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Philips Hue Smart 60W A19 LED Bulb (three-pack)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Philips Hue’s Bluetooth-enabled, 800-lumen smart bulbs feature simple functionality and allow for a broad range of colors, giving you a quick means of controlling your lighting. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="269" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25530616/Screenshot_2024_07_14_at_3.49.26_PM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Bluetooth-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B08D9N7RJ4"> <strike>$134.99</strike> $79.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>Govee may be best known for its ambient TV backlighting, but it also makes lighting products to illuminate your entire living space in shades of RGB. One of its most stunning lights, the <strong>Smart Table Lamp 2</strong>, is on sale for $55.99 ($14 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D41XL87F">Amazon</a>. It can provide vibrant lights for a gathering, or you can adjust its color temperature to suit your bedtime and wake-up rituals better.</li>



<li>Want a compact smart display for your nightstand? Amazon’s&nbsp;<a href="http://echo%20show%205/">latest&nbsp;<strong>Echo Show 5</strong></a>&nbsp;is on sale at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/All-new-Echo-Show-5/dp/B09B2SBHQK/?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0325awD__632597__________________theverge.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://howl.link/nou3w4d4g8fmc">Best Buy</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1769111-REG%2Famazon_53_027755_echo_show_5_3rd.html%2F&amp;xcust=__vg0325awD__632597__________________theverge.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">B&amp;H Photo</a>&nbsp;for $69.99 ($20 off), which is a pretty typical discount. The Alexa-enabled smart display is Amazon’s smallest at 5.5 inches, though it’s still plenty big enough for managing smart home devices and controlling music playback. It also has a 2-megapixel camera (with an integrated privacy shutter), just in case you want to use it for more than a smart alarm clock.</li>



<li>You can buy the <strong>Eve Energy Smart Plug and Power Meter</strong> at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZBGD87V">Amazon</a> for $29.95 ($10 off), an all-time low. Like other smart plugs, Eve’s handy device can turn traditional indoor gadgets like lamps and fans into smart devices; it’s also capable of monitoring your energy use and works with all the major smart home platforms (Amazon Alexa, Google Home, etc.) thanks to its support for the newer Matter standard.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener</h3>
<div class="product-description">Meross makes a handy add-on that can transform a variety of garage door models into smart doors that you can open remotely. It works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="241" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25276750/Screenshot_2024_02_09_at_11.27.35_AM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="White device labeled Meross with black and red wires coming out" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084Z5QZR2"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $49.98 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>You can grab a four-pack of<strong> Meross Smart Plug Minis</strong> on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Plug-HomeKit-Pack/dp/B084JHJBQT">Amazon</a> for an all-time low of $28.99 ($15 off) when you clip the on-page coupon. That brings the handy, hubless smart plugs down to just over $7 a pop, allowing you to control a range of traditional devices via Apple Home, Google Home, or Amazon Alexa without breaking the bank.</li>



<li><strong>Amazon’s Smart Thermostat</strong>&nbsp;has returned to $61.99 ($18 off) at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Smart-Thermostat/dp/B08J4C8871/?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0328awD__634880__________________google.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://go.skimresources.com/?id=1025X1701640&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kohls.com%2Fproduct%2Fprd-5557989%2Famazon-smart-thermostat-works-with-alexa.jsp&amp;xcust=__vg0328awD__634880__________________google.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kohl’s</a>, which has sort of become its base sale price in recent months. The modern, easy-to-use thermostat allows for easy control of your HVAC even while you’re not home and supports Alexa “hunches” to try and predict what changes you need based on your habits, which could help you save on your monthly bill.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/22791333/amazon-smart-thermostat-review-learning-geofencing-hunches" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read our review</a>.</li>



<li><strong>Amazon’s Smart Air Quality Monitor</strong>&nbsp;is on sale for $54.99 ($15 off) at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Smart-Quality-Monitor/dp/B08W8KS8D3?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0328awD__634880__________________google.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>, which is $10 shy of its best price yet. Not only does the budget-friendly gadget let you know when your air quality is poor, it can also help improve it by automatically turning on Alexa-enabled devices — including smart thermostats and air purifiers — via Alexa Hunches.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/22971411/amazon-smart-air-quality-monitor-iaq-review">Read our original review</a>.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>SwitchBot Bot</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what the SwitchBot Bot does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/SwitchBot-Bot.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The SwitchBot Bot attached to a light switch." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B7NXV4R"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-bot"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $23.09 at <strong>SwitchBot (with code MKMK15)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="smart-security-deals">Smart security deals</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Blink Mini 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">The 1080p Blink Mini 2 adds weather resistance to what was already an affordable security camera. It continues to offer a ball-and-socket mount for easy wall mounting as well, along with the option of local storage with a Sync Module or cloud storage; it also offers features like person detection, all for $3 a month.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25335559/8A0A1022.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Mini-2-TwoCameras-White/dp/B0BWX39R5W/"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/blink-mini-2-indoor-outdoor-1080p-plug-in-security-camera-1-pack-white/6576645.p?"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Blink-New-Mini-2-plug-in-smart-security-camera-with-HD-night-view-in-color-built-in-spotlight-two-way-audio-and-motion-detection-works-with-Alexa-Black/5015278305"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Lowes</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Blink Video Doorbell</h3>
<div class="product-description">Blink’s Video Doorbell is the best if you’re looking for a budget-friendly buzzer that offers motion-activated recording and alerts, night vision, two-way audio, and up to two years of battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/22893852/Blink_Doorbell.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Blink video doorbell mounted on house" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SG2MS3V/"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $32.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.link/a8lj4delhq4ix"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $32.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SGC46M9"> <strike>$69.99</strike> $34.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Sync Module 2)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The <strong>Blink Wired Floodlight Camera</strong> is on sale for $69.99 ($20 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Wired-Floodlight-Camera-White/dp/B0B5VLCL1N">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/pep/Blink-Wired-Floodlight-Camera-Smart-Security-Camera-2600-Lumens-HD-Works-with-Alexa-1-Camera-White-B0B5VLCL1N/323288444?clickid=VFRRBWQOxxyPRm6V9JyCYQkjUks3PlxpQ2yxU00&amp;irgwc=1&amp;cm_mmc=afl-ir-482924-456723-">The Home Depot</a>, which is $20 shy of its all-time low and the best price we’ve seen since the holidays. The inexpensive, Alexa-compatible outdoor security camera offers decent 1080p video, sports a 105dB siren, and provides 2,600 lumens of brightness via two onboard floodlights. You can also mount it horizontally or vertically, and the camera provides local recording — assuming you opt for the optional <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Sync-Module-2/dp/B084RQ6MHJ?tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0327awD__22576026__________________google.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sync Module 2</a>&nbsp;and a USB stick.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera</h3>
<div class="product-description">This is a great wired doorbell camera, and the only one that can use an Ecobee thermostat as a video intercom, making it a no-brainer for Ecobee households, as long as you can hook it to your doorbell wiring.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25000859/236841_Ecobee_smart_doorbell_review_JTuohy_0003.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/ecobee-Smart-Video-Doorbell-Camera/dp/B0C424CVZ8/"> $159.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/ecobee-smart-video-doorbell-wired-with-advanced-person-and-package-detection-black/JXC53VLVQC"> $159.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-doorbell-camera-wired/"> $159.99 at <strong>Ecobee</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="other-verge-favorites">Other <em>Verge</em> favorites</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Fitbit Inspire 3</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Fitbit Inspire 3 is a minimalist fitness band that delivers notifications and tracks your activity on a bright OLED screen.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24016864/226269_FITBIT_INSPIRE_3_PHO_vsong_0004.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The Fitbit Inspire 3 on top of a plant" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5FCYMFD"> <strike>$99.95</strike> $88 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/fitbit-inspire-3-health-fitness-tracker-morning-glow-2022/J3GWJ6S263"> <strike>$99.95</strike> $96.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://store.google.com/product/fitbit_inspire_3/"> $99.95 at <strong>Google</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Glocusent Neck Reading Light</h3>
<div class="product-description">Glocuscent’s rechargeable book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever you’re reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25258988/Neck_Light_1.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A man in a dark bedroom wears a neck lamp that illuminates just his face and the book he’s holding while sitting upright in bed." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Glocusent-Brightness-Bendable-Rechargeable-Repairing/dp/B07WNRN9WQ/"> <strike>$38.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>Pet owners who strive to keep pet hair to a minimum shouldn’t overlook the <strong>ChomChom Roller</strong>, especially since it&#8217;s currently on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BAGTNAQ">Amazon</a> for $19.59 ($5 off). This simple tool can de-fur your couch faster and more effectively than most vacuums, even if it’s not the best tool for ridding clothes of unwanted hair.</li>



<li><strong>Jsaux’s 5-in-1 Docking Station </strong>for the Steam Deck (model HB0602) is down to just $18.89 (about $11 off) at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/JSAUX-Compatible-Ethernet-Charging-Deck-HB0602/dp/B0B28PCDM2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a> for Prime subscribers. The simple, reliable dock plugs into the PC handheld’s USB-C and offers ports for USB-C pass-through charging, ethernet, two USB-A, and HDMI-out at up to 4K / 60Hz (which is more than enough for the Steam Deck’s specs).</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Backbone One (USB-C) with carrying case</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you own an Android phone or an iPhone 15 or newer, you can grab one of Backbone’s phenomenal One controllers at a discount, and it comes with an official zip-up, hardshell case.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Backbone-One-Controller-Products-Table-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/bundle-backbone-one-mobile-gaming-controller-case"> <strike>$124.98</strike> $69.99 at <strong>Woot</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest version of Amazon’s zippy Fire TV Stick 4K streams in 4K resolution, as its name suggests, and features support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Atmos / Vision, and HDR10 Plus.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/Amazon-Fire-TV-Stick-4K-Lifestyle-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/all-new-amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k/dp/B0BP9MDCQZ"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k-streaming-device-includes-support-for-wi-fi-6-dolby-vision-atmos-free-live-tv-black/6560339.p"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k-2024/-/A-91651394"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li>The <strong>AeroPress Go </strong>is nearly matching its best price to date at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/AeroPress-Portable-Travel-Coffee-Press/dp/B07YVL8SF3/">Amazon</a>, where you can pick it up for $31.95 ($18 off). It’s basically a lighter, more self-contained version of the original AeroPress, which has become a well-known staple amongst <em>Verge </em>staffers. It’s a simple way to make great coffee on the go, especially since it comes with a filter holder, a scoop, a mug, and other accessories designed to make life a little easier.</li>



<li><strong>The Blue Yeti microphone</strong> is on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09TW2RPHG/">Amazon</a> in a myriad of colors starting at $90.99 ($39 off). That’s not the lowest price we’ve seen — it’s fallen to around $70 in the past — but it’s still a good deal on what has become a certifiable classic USB mic in the era of never-ending Zoom meetings. The versatile mic is easy to set up and simple to use, with a three-capsule microphone that can capture clear, warm sound that should appeal to both amateur podcasters and anyone wanting a more professional setup.</li>
</ul>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Tekton Everybit Tech Rescue Kit</h3>
<div class="product-description">A 46-piece screwdriver kit that can help you repair practically any tech device out there.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="185" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24864218/Screenshot_2023_08_21_at_2.14.28_PM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Open screwdriver tool kit showing all the various bits and parts." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-28301-Everybit-Electronics-Precision/dp/B00VJYWRKW"> <strike>$29</strike> $26.1 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom</h3>
<div class="product-description">Princess Zelda’s first solo adventure as a playable character tasks her with saving her people, including Link, who have been taken away through mysterious rifts. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24253919/the-legend-of-zelda-echoes-of-wisdom-review-nintendo-switch">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25640012/2024091414525600_CD8DDEDFE332FE055C049150B035121B.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Screenshot from Echoes of Wisdom featuring Princess Zelda staring out over the whole of Hyrule." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/the-legend-of-zelda-echoes-of-wisdom-15?ref=w_cnt_wp_0_15"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $37.6 at <strong>Woot (with code SAVETWENTY)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<li><strong>Cagiwiru’s Cordless Air Blower / Duster</strong>&nbsp;is down to $18.88 (about $7 off) at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/CAGIWIRU-Compressed-Cordless-LED-Light-no-dusters-car/dp/B0CCD7KPM6/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon</a>, nearly matching its all-time low. It might not be as powerful as a can of compressed air, but it’s close, and it’s much more versatile with its swappable tips, built-in light, and ability to recharge via USB-C.</li>



<li>Having access to clean drinking water everywhere you are is a privilege, but not guaranteed. If you’ll be out in the wild, or if you’re vacationing but want to be cautious when it comes to water intake, the <strong>LifeStraw Peak</strong> is worth picking up at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SBPWHS7/">Amazon</a> for its current price of $18.62 ($6 off). It’s essentially a thick straw outfitted with a filter that’s capable of removing 99.9 percent of bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from the water you’re drinking.</li>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Instant Pot Duo Crisp</h3>
<div class="product-description">A 8-quart 11-in-1 air fryer and electric pressure cooker that air fries, steams, slow cooks, sautés, dehydrates, and — in other words — gives you a world of cooking features on your counter.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Instant-Pot-Duo-Crisp-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Multi-Use-Pressure-Cooker/dp/B08WCLJ7JG/"> <strike>$149.99</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Thermacell E90 Mosquito Repeller</h3>
<div class="product-description">Thermacell’s long-lasting repeller uses replaceable cartridges and a built-in battery to create a 20-foot bug-free zone that’s fit for any BBQ or outdoor shindig.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24764520/Thermacell_E90_Mosquito_Repellent_Lifestyle_Press_Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LXCSSVR/"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $42.48 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none"><em><strong>Update, March 31st</strong>: Updated to reflect current pricing/availability and several new deals, including discounts on Tekton’s Everybit Tech Rescue Kit and Jsaux’s 5-in-1 Docking Station</em>.</p>

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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[SwitchBot’s smart button pusher is 30 percent off for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale]]></title>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Smart plugs are great, but unfortunately, they can’t automate everything. Thankfully, there is a cheap cube-like contraption called the SwitchBot Bot that can add a touch of modern functionality to your garage door, light switch, and other traditional devices. It would normally run you $29.99, but right now you can buy it directly from SwitchBot [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Smart plugs are great, but unfortunately, they can’t automate <em>everything</em>. Thankfully, there is a cheap cube-like contraption called the <strong>SwitchBot Bot</strong> that can add a touch of modern functionality to your garage door, light switch, and other traditional devices. It would normally run you $29.99, but right now you can buy it directly from <a href="https://us.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-bot">SwitchBot</a> for just $20.99 ($9 off) using promo code <strong>BKLP15</strong> or at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-switch-button-controlled-compatible/dp/B07B7NXV4R">Amazon</a> for $22.49 (about $8 off) if you’re a Prime member.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">SwitchBot’s smart switch button pusher is incredibly easy to set up: just use the included tape to mount it to a standard button or rocker switch, which will let you use your phone to control devices you would typically turn on and off via a button. It works with compatible garage door openers and light switches, along with coffee makers, rice cookers, pet feeders, monitors, laundry machines, and other button-based gadgets.  It also lets you create schedules and, when paired with a SwitchBot hub, issue voice commands via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri. It even supports Matter, though you will need to own the latest <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-Thermometer-Hygrometer-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B0BM8VS13P">SwitchBot Hub 2</a> to take advantage of the newer smart home standard.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>SwitchBot Bot</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what the SwitchBot Bot does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/SwitchBot-Bot.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The SwitchBot Bot attached to a light switch." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B7NXV4R"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-bot"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $23.09 at <strong>SwitchBot (with code MKMK15)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">There are some caveats to bear in mind, though. You can’t use the Bot on toggle switches, for one thing. Also, while the button pusher supports Bluetooth, you’ll have to buy a separate hub if you want to control it remotely. That said, the SwitchBot Hub Mini is currently on sale <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TTH5TMW">at Amazon</a> for $27.99 ($12 off), which is worth considering.</p>

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				<name>Brandon Widder</name>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[The 30 best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals you can still grab for under $30]]></title>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is happening now through the end of today, March 31st, with several dozen good-to-great deals available that don’t require an Amazon Prime membership. Our main roundup has you covered with more than 100 deals on Verge-favorite gear with quite a high price ceiling. But, for this post, we wanted to provide [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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	The Select 4 Go, Soundcore’s latest Bluetooth speaker, is on sale starting at just $19.99 for a limited time.	</figcaption>
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<p class="has-text-align-none"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/events/bigspringsale/">Amazon’s Big Spring Sale</a> is happening now through the end of today, March 31st, with several dozen good-to-great deals available that don’t require an Amazon Prime membership. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">Our main roundup</a> has you covered with more than 100 deals on <em>Verge</em>-favorite gear with quite a high price ceiling. But, for this post, we wanted to provide some low-cost alternatives that, to us, are just as appealing as the pricey ones.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">All of these deals come from Amazon, with the exception of one that’s on Woot (which is owned by Amazon). We’ll keep our eyes out for more $30 and under candidates as the sale nears its final hours, just in case you’re hoping to pick up an <a href="https://www.amazon.com/JLab-Bluetooth-Resistance-Connection-Signature/dp/B0CXGXT6W8">inexpensive pair of earbuds</a>, a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0C858GPF9/">retractable charger</a>, or another accessory before the clock strikes midnight.</p>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Glocusent Neck Reading Light</h3>
<div class="product-description">Glocuscent’s rechargeable book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever you’re reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25258988/Neck_Light_1.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A man in a dark bedroom wears a neck lamp that illuminates just his face and the book he’s holding while sitting upright in bed." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Glocusent-Brightness-Bendable-Rechargeable-Repairing/dp/B07WNRN9WQ/"> <strike>$38.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Baseus Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable 100W</h3>
<div class="product-description">If your bag or tech drawer quickly becomes a jungle of cables, this retractable USB-C cable that comes in a tiny puck might be the perfect remedy.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Baseus-Free2Pull-Retractable-USB-C-Cable-100W.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Baseus’ Free2Pull Retractable USB-C Cable in someone’s hand." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0C85BVS5V/"> <strike>$16.99</strike> $9.95 at <strong>Amazon (3.3-foot)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseus-Retractable-Charging-7-Stage-Charger/dp/B0CZDJTRPZ/"> <strike>$21.99</strike> $15.19 at <strong>Amazon (6.6-foot)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.baseus.com/products/free2draw-mini-retractable-usb-c-cable-100w"> $16.99 at <strong>Baseus (3.3-foot)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 341 USB-C Hub (7-in-1)</h3>
<div class="product-description">A USB-C hub for your laptop (or even a handheld gaming PC) doesn’t need to be pricey. This one has video-out support, passthrough charging, microSD and SD card slots, and more.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/11/Anker-341-USB-C-Hub-7-in-1.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZVKTP53"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $25 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Soundcore Select 4 Go speaker</h3>
<div class="product-description">Soundcore’s take on the JBL Go Bluetooth speaker is just as charmingly designed, yet even more affordable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Soundcore-Select-4-Go-speaker-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB1753RZ/"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Soundcore-Select-4-Go-Bluetooth-Shower-Speaker-by-Anker/15285422389/"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Cuisinart 6-inch stainless steel burger smasher</h3>
<div class="product-description">Cuisinart’s burger smasher isn’t just for burgers, mind you. Any food you need to crush for that perfect char will only benefit with this simple tool.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Cuisinart-6-inch-stainless-steel-burger-smasher-lifestyle-image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRWVCMW4?th=1"> <strike>$19.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Echo Pop</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Echo Pop is one of Amazon’s smallest Alexa-enabled smart speakers. It offers a unique semisphere form factor and can function as an Eero mesh Wi-Fi extender.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24691058/236685_Amazon_Echo_Pop_JTuohy_0006.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Teal Amazon Echo Pop viewed at an angle with colorful pots in the background." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-sound-compact-speaker-Lavender/dp/B09WNK39JN"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-echo-pop-1st-generation-smart-speaker-with-alexa-charcoal/6544302.p?skuId=6544302"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-echo-pop-1st-gen-2023-release-full-sound-compact-smart-speaker-with-alexa-charcoal/-/A-88440368"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $21.99 at <strong>Target (with Circle)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>ESR Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Car Charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">A compact, flexible Qi2 charger for vent and dash mounting. It’s just as fast and as strong as MagSafe, making it a great deal.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="225" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25271820/IMG_1743.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A black plastic car charging mount with the ESR logo at the center of the circular charging puck is mounted to a car’s vent." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CM3DCWQY"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $18.04 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.esrtech.com/products/qi2-magnetic-wireless-car-charger-halolock-titanium"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $29.99 at <strong>ESR</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Blink Mini 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">The 1080p Blink Mini now adds weather resistance so you can use it both indoors and outside, while continuing to offer a ball-and-socket mount so you can mount it to the wall. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24100149/blink-mini-2-review">Read our review</a>. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25335559/8A0A1022.jpeg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Mini-2-TwoCameras-White/dp/B0BWX39R5W/"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/blink-mini-2-indoor-outdoor-1080p-plug-in-security-camera-1-pack-white/6576645.p?"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Blink-New-Mini-2-plug-in-smart-security-camera-with-HD-night-view-in-color-built-in-spotlight-two-way-audio-and-motion-detection-works-with-Alexa-Black/5015278305"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Lowes</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker Nano USB-C to HDMI adapter</h3>
<div class="product-description">Anker’s handy USB-C to HDMI adapter includes 140W passthrough charging and support for 4K resolution at 60Hz.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/ankernanoHDMI.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMDTXRJF?th=1"> <strike>$32.99</strike> $27.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>ChomChom Roller Pet Hair Remover</h3>
<div class="product-description">The ChomChom is a reusable cat and dog hair remover that works great for furniture. It’s great for touching up the room.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/ChomChom-Roller-Product-Card-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BAGTNAQ"> <strike>$27.99</strike> $14.7 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Metaphor: ReFantazio</h3>
<div class="product-description"><em>Metaphor: ReFantazio</em> is the latest from the creators of the <em>Persona </em>series, which is easy to tell based on its cell-shaded art style. The heavy-hitting story is less noticeable, though, and there’s a lot to unpack as you play through the medieval-era turn-based RPG.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/02/Metaphor-ReFantazio-Launch-Edition-Box-Art.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/metaphor-refantazio-launch-edition-5"> <strike>$69.99</strike> $14.4 at <strong>Woot (Xbox, with code SAVETWENTY)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker Nano 240W USB-C cable</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you’re someone who owns (or envisions owning) USB-C gadgets that draw a lot of power, it’s wise to buy cables with high-wattage passthrough, just so you’re ready for the future. This 6-foot cable is a terrific option.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Anker-Nano-240W-USB-C-cable-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ43567W"> <strike>$24.99</strike> $16.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 20,000mAh 30W Zolo power bank</h3>
<div class="product-description">As it turns out, having a battery pack that can charge your device in a jiffy and double as a lanyard is pretty great.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/zolo.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ9LH53B"> <strike>$35.99</strike> $24.61 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini (MSS110)</h3>
<div class="product-description">With solid performance and support for all of the major smart home platforms, this affordable Wi-Fi smart plug gives you the basics you need to control non-smart devices for less.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25026046/236863_Meross_smart_plug_AKrales_0009.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Two white Meross smart wi-fi plugs stacked on top of each other on a blue background. Each has a three-prong outlet on the front face." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Reliable-Support-HomeKit-Assistant-Control/dp/B084JML1WN/"> <strike>$18.99</strike> $19.39 at <strong>Amazon (two-pack)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Epicka Universal Series Travel Adapter</h3>
<div class="product-description">Epicka’s universal travel adapter is an all-in-one adapter that includes four different plugs that cover over 150 countries.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="165" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24699548/Screenshot_2023_06_02_at_4.04.53_PM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Travel adaptor on power strip connected to phones and laptop." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/EPICKA-Universal-Travel-Adapter-Power/dp/B0B8SLNBDP/"> <strike>$23.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Apple AirTag (first-gen)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Apple’s AirTag is unobtrusive, waterproof, and taps into the massive Find My network for out-of-range locating. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/22/22396693/apple-airtag-location-tracker-hands-on-find-my-privacy-safety">Read our original review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/22461382/vpavic_4547_20210421_0058.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="An AirTag in an Apple keychain accessory" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D54JZTHY"> <strike>$99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Amazon (four-pack)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/apple-airtag-4-pack-silver/JJGCQ8XFQH"> <strike>$99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Best Buy (four-pack)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-AirTag-4-Pack-Item-Tracker-with-Apple-Find-My/5395277557"> <strike>$99</strike> $59.99 at <strong>Walmart (four-pack)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 321 Power Strip</h3>
<div class="product-description">This all-in-one 20W power cube boasts three AC outlets, two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="282" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24699348/Screenshot_2023_06_02_at_2.55.18_PM.png?w=282" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Anker cube power strip on table in between a person with a phone and a computer" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09PGZHCXR/"> <strike>$25.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker MagGo Qi2 Certified 15W Wireless Charger</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest version of Anker’s magnetic MagGo charging pads supports 15W Qi2 and has a five-foot USB-C cable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25644573/092524_MagSafe_Qi2_BG_ADiBenedetto_0006.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMH2JVMM/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $14.99 at <strong>Amazon (black)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMGS3KWS/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $19.99 at <strong>Amazon (white, with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>JLab Go Air Pop</h3>
<div class="product-description">The JLab Go Air Pop are an affordable pair of wireless earbuds with eight hours of battery life (or 32 hours with the included charging case). The case also houses a built-in USB-A charging plug, so you’re never without a charging cable.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25116142/JLab_Go_Air_Pop_Lifestyle_Press_Image_copy.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/jlab-go-air-pop-true-wireless-in-ear-bluetooth-headphones-white/J3GW8XZQ49"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $14.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Ugreen Uno 100W expressive USB-C cable</h3>
<div class="product-description">This 6.6-foot cable is a lot like other USB-C cables. It’s braided, and it supports 100W passthrough, but there’s one big difference: it has eyes — well, sort of. It makes happy eyes at your when it’s plugged in.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/ugreensmiley.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7B719XQ"> <strike>$12.99</strike> $10.39 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Batman: Mask of the Phantasm</h3>
<div class="product-description"><em>Batman: The Animated Series</em> was a big deal, and <em>Mask of the Phantasm</em> capitalized on its cultural impact with an affecting story full of betrayal. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/maskphantasm.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CBQPHLG9"> $14.99 at <strong>Amazon (4K Blu-ray)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2023)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest version of Amazon’s zippy Fire TV Stick 4K streams in 4K resolution, as its name suggests, and features support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Atmos / Vision, and HDR10 Plus.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/06/Amazon-Fire-TV-Stick-4K-Lifestyle-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/all-new-amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k/dp/B0BP9MDCQZ"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-fire-tv-stick-4k-2024/-/A-91651394"> <strike>$49.99</strike> $24.99 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>LifeStraw Peak Series Straw</h3>
<div class="product-description">LifeStraw’s redesigned Peak Series Straw features a durable, leakproof design that’s great for backcountry treks. It can remove unwanted viruses, bacteria, and microplastics as you drink — just like the base model — but benefits from an increased flow rate and more premium materials.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/05/lifestraw.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.rei.com/product/204129/lifestraw-peak-series-water-filter-straw"> <strike>$24.95</strike> $18.69 at <strong>REI</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher</h3>
<div class="product-description">If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what SwitchBot’s Smart Switch does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/SwitchBot-Bot-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/SwitchBot-Series/dp/B07B4D9KVX/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $20.3 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-bot/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $20.99 at <strong>SwitchBot (with code SWPD33)</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 525 7-in-1 charging station</h3>
<div class="product-description">This handy charging station includes a total of four outputs (two USB-C, two USB-A) that can charge at up to 65W with two ports used. It also includes three AC outlets on its rear.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/anker525.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B3HW6MPD"> <strike>$40</strike> $29.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 511 Charger (30W)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Anker’s 30W 511 Charger features a single USB-C port and a set of foldable prongs; however, the best part is that it’s small enough to stow just about anywhere.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="285" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24358840/ankernano511charger.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Charger-Foldable-iPhone-Included/dp/B0B2MM1W65/"> <strike>$15.99</strike> $12.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Yogasleep Hushh Compact Sound Machine</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Hushh Compact is a small, portable white noise machine with three sound options and a night light.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Yogasleep-Hushh-White-Noise-Machine-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D50RYSC/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $23.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>JBL Go 3</h3>
<div class="product-description">The last-gen JBL Go 3 may not be as powerful as JBL’s larger models, but it remains a great Bluetooth speaker that can fit in your pocket.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23892886/712U_BccsAL._AC_SL1500_.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KW1KR5H/"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $29.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/JBL-Go-3-Portable-Waterproof-Bluetooth-Speaker-Grey/546836796"> <strike>$39.95</strike> $33.9 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.jbl.com/bluetooth-speakers/JBLGO3BLKAM.html/"> $39.95 at <strong>JBL</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Ugreen Magnetic Wireless Charging Station</h3>
<div class="product-description">Ugreen’s basic 2-in-1 charging station can supply up to 7.5W of power to MagSafe-compatible devices while providing an additional 5W to a pair of wireless earbuds or any Qi-ready device.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Ugreen-Magnetic-Wireless-Charging-Station-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B9X1RY8G/"> <strike>$35.99</strike> $21.97 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<div class="product-block"><h3>Cagiwiru Air Duster 4.0</h3>
<div class="product-description">Cagiwiru’s Air Duster 4.0 is a welcome, rechargeable alternative to buying cans of compressed air. The portable, three-speed duster comes with a variety of nozzles, which you can use to clean your keyboard, case fans, and other dusty electronics.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Cagiwiru-Air-Duster-4.0-Press-Image-2.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/CAGIWIRU-Compressed-Cordless-LED-Light-no-dusters-car/dp/B0CCD7KPM6/"> <strike>$25.99</strike> $18.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>

<p class="has-text-align-none"><em><strong>Update, March 31st:</strong> Verified existing discounts are still in effect and added several new deals, including those for SwitchBot’s Smart Switch Button Pusher and Ugreen’s Magnetic Wireless Charging Station.</em></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Whenever&nbsp;<em>Verge</em>&nbsp;staffers are asked to describe their smart tech, office tools, kitchen gadgets, or whatever else, they talk about things they recently bought, things they picked up 10 years ago, or things they’ve had sitting around their house for decades.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">We’ve gathered a few of the items that our staffers have enthused about in the past that they use for charging, repairing, listening, cooking, gardening, and parenting, and that are now discounted as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Just in case you’d like to check them out.</p>

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kitchen help</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Ynesoer automatic soap dispenser</h3>
<div class="product-description">A hands-free soap dispenser with a built-in sensor.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="199" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Screenshot-2025-03-26-at-8.54.59 AM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Soap dispenser next to faucet." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Soap-Dispenser-Rechargeable-Adjustable/dp/B0C82VLHW3/"> <strike>$25.99</strike> $18.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">After realizing we’re not a family who likes to get their hands dirty while cooking (we leave that part to mixers and blenders), an automatic soap dispenser has become one of the most used devices in our kitchen. We opted for a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Soap-Dispenser-Rechargeable-Adjustable/dp/B0C82VLHW3/">cheap $25 option from Amazon</a>&nbsp;that lets you adjust how much foaming soap is dispensed and lasts for a couple of months between charges, but companies like Simplehuman sell pricier&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/simplehuman-Touch-Free-Automatic-Rechargeable-Stainless/dp/B0CVNHV816/">$80 versions</a>&nbsp;wrapped in brushed metal or other fancy finishes that could better match your decor. We find we use less soap now that it’s always perfectly portioned out, and buying refills in bulk is much cheaper. There’s now one in every bathroom in our home. —&nbsp;<em>Andrew Liszewski, senior reporter, news</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Instant Pot Duo Crisp</h3>
<div class="product-description">A 8-quart 11-in-1 air fryer and electric pressure cooker that air fries, steams, slow cooks, sautés, dehydrates, and — in other words — gives you a world of cooking features on your counter.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Instant-Pot-Duo-Crisp-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Multi-Use-Pressure-Cooker/dp/B08WCLJ7JG/"> <strike>$149.99</strike> $99.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">For the past few years, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Multi-Use-Pressure-Cooker/dp/B08WCLJ7JG/">Instant Pot</a> has been a staple in my kitchen. From making rice to slow-cooking stews and even frying up chicken, it can do just about anything. The best part is that the Instant Pot can cook most recipes in a fraction of the time it would take in the oven or on the stove. Rice, for example, takes just six minutes to cook (not counting the amount of time it takes to build pressure), and there’s no fussing with covering the pot or adjusting the heat. Sometimes, it’s just easier — and much less stressful — to let the Instant Pot take the wheel.&nbsp;<em>— Emma Roth, news writer</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Cambom mini food chopper</h3>
<div class="product-description">A quick and safe way to chop vegetables.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Cambom-mini-food-chopper-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Chopper-Vegetable-Durable-Material-Cup-Gray/dp/B097CW44Q5/"> <strike>$12.99</strike> $10.39 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">One of the first things I did when I got my own place was purchase a food chopper. Perhaps puritan chefs will disagree with my methods, but this saves me so much time. I like to make tikka masala, which requires dicing ginger. If you’ve ever tried to dice ginger, you know that a food chopper would come in handy. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Chopper-Vegetable-Durable-Material-Cup-Gray/dp/B097CW44Q5/">This one</a> did break recently, so I’ll probably replace it with a fancier one.&nbsp;<em>— Kylie Robison, senior AI reporter</em></p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Infant &amp; child care</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Yogasleep Hushh Compact Sound Machine</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Hushh Compact is a small, portable white noise machine with three sound options and a night light.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Yogasleep-Hushh-White-Noise-Machine-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D50RYSC/"> <strike>$29.99</strike> $23.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D50RYSC/">Yogasleep Hushh</a> is a small, portable white noise machine. That’s it, and that’s why it’s great.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">It’s not a smart device and doesn’t require any sort of subscription. It has physical buttons. It has three different white noise options. It can run on battery for up to 24 hours, and you can charge it with a USB-C cable. It even comes with a ring to attach it to things.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">My wife and I turn on the Hushh every time we put our baby down to sleep. If you’re looking for a simple white noise machine that just works, this is the one to buy.&nbsp;<em>– Jay Peters, news editor</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Ravensburger Starter-Set GraviTrax</h3>
<div class="product-description">An interactive track system allows you to design and build your own racetracks and experiment with gravity, magnetism, and kinetics.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="248" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25849503/game.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Man, woman, and child playing a board game." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-Starter-Set-Kugelbahnsystem-Konstruktionsspielzeug-Produktlinien/dp/B0BSXKTRYZ/"> <strike>$69.99</strike> $48.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">When screen time is over, there’s no building toy, not even Lego, that holds my kid’s attention better than <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-Starter-Set-Kugelbahnsystem-Konstruktionsspielzeug-Produktlinien/dp/B0BSXKTRYZ/">GraviTrax</a>. It lets you build complicated marble runs using myriad components, including ramps, risers, bridges, switches, and launchers — and that’s just the starter set. There are several expansions that add motorized components that can keep marbles rolling indefinitely if assembled correctly, and it’s one of those toys that adults will enjoy just as much as kids do. For younger kids, there’s also now a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-GraviTrax-Junior-Start-Set-27499/dp/B0BSXC3F6Z/">GraviTrax Junior&nbsp;line</a> with simpler components and larger marbles. –&nbsp;<em>Andrew Liszewski, senior reporter, news</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Fisher-Price Flap &amp; Wobble Penguin</h3>
<div class="product-description">This musical penguin toy will keep your baby giggling.</div>
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<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Wobble-Penguin-Motion-Sensory/dp/B0BM5NMKW6/"> <strike>$39.99</strike> $28.68 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">A musical penguin toy that cycles through surprisingly boppy remixes. It flaps its wings with high-contrast black-and-white spots that will mesmerize your baby. <em>– Helen Havlak, publisher</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Snoo Smart Sleeper Bassinet</h3>
<div class="product-description">A smart bassinet that soothes your infant with motion and white noise.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25760285/The_Snoo.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Picture of a Snoo bassinet on a white rug surrounded by baby toys." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/SNOO-Smart-Sleeper-Happiest-Baby/dp/B0716KN18Z/"> <strike>$1695</strike> $1186.5 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.happiestbaby.com/products/snoo-smart-bassinet"> <strike>$1695</strike> $1186.5 at <strong>Happiest Baby</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">The Snoo is a smart bassinet that plays white noise and rocks your baby, ramping up the intensity if your baby keeps crying. I have heard from friends that it does not work for every baby, but when it works,&nbsp;<em>it really works</em>&nbsp;— and you have truly magical moments when it successfully puts your baby to sleep. You can control the intensity manually and get nice sleep logs in their proprietary app — though Snoo’s parent company, Happiest Baby,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/20/24202166/snoo-premium-subscription-happiest-baby">has come under fire</a>&nbsp;for introducing a new subscription fee of $19.99 / month for the main app functionality after nine months. While infuriating, I was so desperate for sleep, I would still have bought a Snoo. Also, look out for return policies; some parents prefer to <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SNOO-Smart-Sleeper-Happiest-Baby/dp/B0716KN18Z/">buy their Snoos from Amazon</a> to avoid Happiest Baby’s steep $199 restocking fee.&nbsp;<em>– Helen Havlak, publisher</em></p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Garden gadgets</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Gouevn soil moisture meter</h3>
<div class="product-description">Gouevn’s cheap meter can quickly test the soil moisture for both indoor and outdoor plants.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Gouevn-soil-moisture-meter-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RDDLCBJ/"> <strike>$7.97</strike> $6.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Fungus gnats love overwatered soil, so once you’ve gotten rid of them, you’ve got to be careful and diligent about your watering schedule. For that, I got myself a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P4LCQWZ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gouevn soil moisture meter</a>&nbsp;to teach myself how to properly water my plants. I’ve properly vanquished my fungus gnat issue, but with these two tools, I’m always prepared in case there’s ever another infestation. &#8211; <em>Victoria Song, senior reviewer</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Velcro one-wrap garden ties</h3>
<div class="product-description">Velcro brand garden ties keeps flowers and plants staked, supported, and securely bundled together.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="214" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25344989/Screenshot_2024_03_19_at_5.15.36_PM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Roll of green Velcro garden ties next to grapevine." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Adjustable-Gardens-Gardening/dp/B005755YSQ/"> <strike>$7.69</strike> $6.48 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">One day, I received a surprise package in the mail from my mom, and it included these&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Adjustable-Gardens-Gardening/dp/B005755YSQ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Velcro garden ties</a>. I’d never even seen these before, so I decided to try them with my orchid. I found that they’re a lot softer than the plastic ties I used previously, and they do a pretty good job at supporting my plants, both indoor and outdoor. You can simply cut the Velcro ties to size, wrap them around your plant, and the tie will stick to itself. They’re reusable, too! <em>— Emma Roth, news writer</em></p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none">Charging gadgets</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Epicka Universal Series Travel Adapter</h3>
<div class="product-description">Epicka’s universal travel adapter is an all-in-one adapter that includes four different plugs that cover over 150 countries.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="165" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24699548/Screenshot_2023_06_02_at_4.04.53_PM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Travel adaptor on power strip connected to phones and laptop." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/EPICKA-Universal-Travel-Adapter-Power/dp/B0B8SLNBDP/"> <strike>$23.99</strike> $17.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p>In my youth, I forgot to pack plug adapters for international trips one too many times. Buying them once you’ve landed in another country isn’t always easy, either. And if you’re like me, your relatives in rural Korea don’t always have more than one plug for your American devices — in which case, you’ll have to share with your six other cousins. Nope. Absolutely not. Which is why I never leave this country without a universal travel adapter.</p>

<p>Basically, it’s six plug adapters in one. Depending on which one you get, it might come with USB ports so you can charge multiple devices in one outlet. Granted, it’s bulkier than buying one or two specialized adapter plugs, but if you’ve got a multi-continent itinerary, it’s a game-changer. What I like about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/EPICKA-Universal-Travel-Adapter-Power/dp/B078S3M2NX/">this one from Epicka</a>&nbsp;is that it comes with a spare fuse in case things go sideways with voltage.</p>

<p>The only caveat is that, although it says “universal,” it’s technically only the four most common types of plugs. That’ll get you by in&nbsp;<em>most</em>&nbsp;countries, but it’s not a guarantee in places like Brazil, South Africa, or India. Even so, I’ll take this over price gouging at airport electronics shops or having to take time out of my schedule to visit a local hardware store. — <em>Victoria Song, senior reviewer</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Anker 321 Power Strip</h3>
<div class="product-description">This all-in-one 20W power cube boasts three AC outlets, two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="282" height="300" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24699348/Screenshot_2023_06_02_at_2.55.18_PM.png?w=282" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Anker cube power strip on table in between a person with a phone and a computer" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09PGZHCXR/"> <strike>$25.99</strike> $15.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p>Nobody wants to carry a power strip or an extension cord with them on their vacation. It’s probably unnecessary if you’re staying in relatively modern buildings and definitely unnecessary if you’re camping. But sometimes you want to stay in a charming historical hotel or a lovely cabin in the woods, and it’s only when you go to charge your devices at night that you realize that the only electrical socket in the bedroom is in the corner farthest away from the bed and there are already two lamps plugged into it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Older buildings especially suffer from what I can only describe as loose socket syndrome, where those very convenient modern boxy socket extenders with five different USB and USB-C charging ports simply cannot stay in place and fall right out of the wall because they’re too heavy. After one (totally pleasant) vacation where I had to charge my phone, watch, AirPods, and laptop in a weird corner of my room with the plug-in charging hub propped up on a strategically balanced mountain of books and sham pillows, I bought this&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09PGZHCXR/">Anker combination extension cord / power strip</a>. It’s not a full power strip —&nbsp;just a cube with a few sockets along with USB and USB-C charging ports at the end of a five-foot cable. I’ve brought it on a few trips since then. It takes up extra space in my suitcase but each time has left me feeling vindicated about the purchase.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The three prongs at the end of the cable are static, rather than folding flat for easy packing. This is key because the loose sockets of older buildings reject the beautiful convenience of folding prongs. There are more than enough sockets for one person, and with some finagling (and maybe an extra charging brick), it can accommodate two people’s devices.</p>

<p>If you’re traveling overseas, don’t forget to purchase a different plug type. — <em>Sarah Jeong, deputy features editor</em></p>

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="bQmmEy">Other gadgets</h2>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener</h3>
<div class="product-description">Meross makes a handy add-on that can transform a variety of garage door models into smart doors that you can open remotely. It works with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="241" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25276750/Screenshot_2024_02_09_at_11.27.35_AM.png?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="White device labeled Meross with black and red wires coming out" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084Z5QZR2"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $49.98 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p>Most of the things I own are, frankly,&nbsp;<em>just</em>&nbsp;unreliable enough to be annoying. All except for one or two, and of those, the one I love most of all is the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084Z5QZR2/">Meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener</a>&nbsp;for HomeKit. And my love for it isn’t just about its rock-solid performance — it’s because, as far as I can tell, it’s compatible with almost any garage door opener on the market and across&nbsp;<em>time itself.&nbsp;</em>I don’t think that’s an exaggeration, either. The chunky mustard yellow all-metal box that cranks my garage door open — the Model 455 by Automatic Doorman — was made, by my loose estimation, sometime between the fall of Rome and 1975.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Meross’ adapter was $30 — and to my amazement, after a very simple installation, it worked and continues to do so almost every time I need it to. Best of all, I don’t have to carry the chunky remote with me on my bike when I leave because I can just talk into my Apple Watch when I return and coast right in. — <em>Wes Davis, weekend editor</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit (Classic)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Hoto’s electric screwdriver is perfect for making small- to medium-sized repairs around the house. In addition to a USB-C port, the screwdriver comes with a magnetic case and 25 steel bits.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24995872/Hoto_Electric_Screwdriver_Lifestyle_Press_Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Hoto electric screwdriver parts" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Z74BLX9?&#038;linkCode=ll1&#038;tag=theverge02-20&#038;linkId=aa2ebe1a451f76cdcca5f5fe892c3f3c&#038;language=en_US&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_tl"> <strike>$69.99</strike> $39.99 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p>I picked up <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BLMQ8BXB">Hoto’s electric screwdriver</a> because my former boss at <em>The Verge</em>, Dan Seifert, would often pitch it around gift guide season. I’m glad I did, though, because it now sits alongside a handful of tools I use on an almost weekly basis. I wouldn’t suggest using it for <em>real </em>household projects that require some serious torque, but it’s incredibly handy for tightening the legs on my desk, assembling furniture, and making sure my bike seat isn’t going to come off mid-ride. It’s also equipped with a USB-C port for charging, a nifty LED light that lets you ditch the headlamp, and a case for housing the 25 steel bits. Oh, and it really does make for a great little gift. I guess Dan was right. — <em>Brandon Widder, senior commerce editor</em></p>

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<div class="product-block"><h3>Kailh Deep-Sea Silent Pro Islet switches</h3>
<div class="product-description">A fantastic silent linear mechanical switch for Cherry MX-compatible keyboards. Islets are smooth and quiet, with a long spring that gives them a top-heavy, almost tactile force curve. They’re 3-pin switches, so they work with most hot-swappable mechanical keyboards that take 3- or 5-pin switches.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25665082/islets.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Close up of mechanical keyboard switches with clear tops and blue bases next to a bright orange keyboard." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZL8XLZZ"> <strike>$59.99</strike> $45.59 at <strong>Amazon (90-piece, with Prime)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<p>These are my current favorite switches. The Kailh Deep-Sea Silent Pro Islets are nearly identical to the fantastic switches in the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23929303/hhkb-studio-review-trackpoint-mx-switches">HHKB Studio</a>, just much less expensive. The Islets are silent linear switches, with an extra-long spring, so the actuation force curve is strongest right at the beginning and then smooth the rest of the way, giving them an almost Topre-like tactile sensation. (Pitchforks down; I said <em>almost</em>.) They’re an instant upgrade for any hot-swappable keyboard that takes Cherry MX-compatible switches, and I’ve been using them as my daily drivers for a while.&nbsp;There’s also a tactile version, which I don’t like as much. Sorry to the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZL8XLZZ">Kailh Whales</a>. — <em>Nathan Edwards, senior reviews editor</em></p>

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<p class="has-text-align-none"><em><strong>Update, March 31st:</strong> Updated to reflect current pricing/availability.</em></p>

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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Amazon’s latest Kindle Scribe is the cheapest it’s been in months]]></title>
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			<updated>2025-03-27T17:40:45-04:00</updated>
			<published>2025-03-27T17:40:45-04:00</published>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Unsurprisingly, Amazon is discounting a variety of e-readers during its Big Spring Sale, including its first color e-reader. But if you like to take notes while reading, there’s only one Kindle that allows you to do so: the Kindle Scribe. Luckily, the 16GB version of the latest model is on sale for an all-time low [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Unsurprisingly, Amazon is discounting a variety of e-readers during its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">Big Spring Sale</a>, including <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/635652/amazon-kindle-colorsoft-e-reader-deal-big-spring-sale-2025">its first color e-reader</a>. But if you like to take notes while reading, there’s only one Kindle that allows you to do so: the <strong>Kindle Scribe</strong>. Luckily, the 16GB version of the latest model is on sale for an all-time low of $324.99 ($75 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ9VFQ2P">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://howl.link/4q78vcoacpzei">Best Buy</a>. You can also pick up the 32GB and 64GB versions at Amazon for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9TDDN6">$339.99 ($80 off)</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9T2C6B">$364.99 ($85 off)</a>, respectively, or the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23484927/amazon-kindle-scribe-e-reader-notetaking-pen-review">last-gen Scribe</a> for <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-scribe-10-2-34-16gb-e-reader-gray/-/A-88410166#lnk=sametab">$264.99 ($75 off)</a> if you’re a Target Circle member.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">Overall, the Kindle Scribe offers a far better writing experience than it did when it first made its debut. That’s thanks to a plethora of new AI-powered features Amazon baked into the second-gen model, which are <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GKMQC26VQQMM8XSW&amp;tag=theverge02-20&amp;ascsubtag=__vg0115awD__24092328__________________&amp;tag=theverge02-20">also available to first-gen Scribe owners</a>. Notably, Amazon now lets you write directly on ebook pages and scribble notes in the margins, which makes for a more intuitive note-taking experience. The Scribe can also now summarize any notes you make in the built-in notebook, when connected to the internet, and refine your handwriting.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Scribe (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The 2024 Kindle Scribe is a 10.2-inch e-reader with a stylus for taking notes. It’s faster than its predecessor and offers a host of new features, including one that lets you jot notes directly in your book.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="207" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25803641/247455_Kindle_Scribe_SVasani_0001.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The Kindle Scribe in front of a bunch of books sitting on a shelf." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9TDDN6"> $419.99 at <strong>Amazon (32GB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/product/amazon-kindle-scribe-32gb-2024-tungsten/J39TLSYV7G"> $419.99 at <strong>Best Buy (32GB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9T2C6B"> $449.99 at <strong>Amazon (64GB)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">In addition to its new note-taking capabilities, the 10.2-inch Scribe continues to provide an excellent reading experience. The latest model offers thinner bezels and a textured display, but is otherwise almost identical to its predecessor, with a sharp 300ppi display that’s a pleasure to read on. It also retains an adjustable warm light for nighttime reading, which is a feature that many big-screen, note-taking ebook readers lack.</p>

<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/28/24328287/amazon-kindle-scribe-2024-e-reader-notetaking-pen-review">Read our Kindle Scribe (2024) review</a>.</h5>

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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Bird Buddy’s solar-powered smart feeder is $100 off]]></title>
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			<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=637449</id>
			<updated>2025-05-12T12:06:46-04:00</updated>
			<published>2025-03-27T14:17:29-04:00</published>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[I admire birds as much as the next person, but taking up birdwatching isn’t something I’ve considered. I don’t have the patience, nor do I own a good pair of binoculars — which is necessary for seeing the majestic, winged creatures up close. What I might sooner settle on, however, is the Bird Buddy Pro, [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">I admire birds as much as the next person, but taking up birdwatching isn’t something I’ve considered. I don’t have the patience, nor do I own a good pair of binoculars — which is necessary for seeing the majestic, winged creatures up close. What I might sooner settle on, however, is the Bird Buddy Pro, a smart bird feeder with an integrated camera that can give you a much, <em>much </em>closer look at birds as they munch (and identify them using AI). Normally $299.99, the video-equipped feeder is matching its all-time low of $199 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHY6B9GY/?th=1">Amazon</a> as part of its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">Big Spring Sale</a>, which runs through March 31st.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Birdbuddy Pro (solar)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Birdbuddy’s charming, camera-equipped feeder identifies and snaps shots of each bird that stops by, supplementing its 5-megapixel stills with insightful facts via an app. The solar roof helps keep the camera’s battery topped up even when it’s cloudy outside.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/Bird-Buddy-Pro-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHY6B9GY"> <strike>$299</strike> $239 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://mybirdbuddy.com/product/smart-bird-feeder-pro-solar-v2/"> <strike>$299</strike> $169 at <strong>Birdbuddy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">If not to satisfy your own desire to be a proverbial fly on the wall of a bird feeder, the Bird Buddy Pro could be a fantastic gift as well. We’ve got Mother’s Day coming up, though I consider this a good gift for anyone looking to ring in the shift to spring, as leaves come to life and flowers bloom. Bird activity will soon soar, making it the perfect time to try something like this out. You can spy on birds through its integrated camera, which can display 5-megapixel stills or video at 1080p resolution.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">The Bird Buddy Pro is available in blue or yellow, and this one in particular comes with a solar roof, relying only on the power of the sun to run, not some fiddly battery system. The app that you can use to view the feed does more than just show you the birds. As mentioned previously, it can identify species and send you a notification when a bird is present. It’ll also provide educational context about each type of bird that visits your Bird Buddy Pro. If you opt for a Premium membership — which costs $6 a month or $60 a year, according to <em><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-smart-bird-feeder/#:~:text=Buddy%20Premium%20(-,%246%20per%20month%20or%20%2460%20per%20year,-)%20to%20unlock%20the">Wirecutter</a></em> — the video capture resolution goes up to 2K, and you’ll unlock <a href="https://support.mybirdbuddy.com/hc/en-us/articles/31848755922705-The-Bird-Buddy-Experience-Free-vs-Individual-Premium-vs-Family-Premium">extra features</a> for the duration of your subscription.</p>
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				<name>Cameron Faulkner</name>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[It’s cheaper than ever to get a 4TB PCIe 4 SSD]]></title>
			<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/637258/samsung-990-pro-ssd-4tb-pc-laptop-ps5" />
			<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=637258</id>
			<updated>2025-05-12T12:07:07-04:00</updated>
			<published>2025-03-27T11:18:59-04:00</published>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Samsung launched its new, very fast 9100 Pro PCIe Gen 5 SSD last week, and the prices are pretty high, starting at $199.99 for the 1TB model without a heatsink pre-installed. This had me looking at prices for its predecessor, the still-very-fast 990 Pro, and I was happy to see that its 4TB model is [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Samsung launched its new, very fast <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/619414/samsung-9100-pro-gen-5-pcie-ssd-specs-price-release-date">9100 Pro PCIe Gen 5 SSD</a> last week, and the prices are pretty high, starting at $199.99 for the 1TB model without a heatsink pre-installed. This had me looking at prices for its predecessor, the still-very-fast 990 Pro, and I was happy to see that its 4TB model is currently selling for $279.99 at <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/SAMSUNG-990-PRO-M-2-2280-4TB-PCI-Express-Gen-4-0-x4-NVMe-2-0-V7-V-NAND-3bit-MLC-Internal-Solid-State-Drive-SSD-MZ-V9P4T0B-AM-Non-Heatsink/5075942372">Walmart</a> and at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CHGT1KFJ/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;psc=1">Amazon</a> as part of its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">Big Spring Sale</a> — more or less half off the price of the 9100 Pro’s 4 TB version (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Computing-Workstations-VAP1T0B-AM/dp/B0DX2GJ1YR">$549.99</a>). </p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">Why buy the 990 Pro over the 9100 Pro? Well, the 9100 Pro requires PCIe Gen 5-ready hardware to take advantage of its speeds, and that tech is far from being affordable or mainstream at the moment.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Samsung 990 Pro PCIe Gen 4 SSD (w/o heatsink)</h3>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/990proPC.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CHGT1KFJ/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&#038;th=1"> <strike>$344.99</strike> $279.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.link/jrzkucog512d1"> <strike>$344.99</strike> $289.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/SAMSUNG-990-PRO-M-2-2280-4TB-PCI-Express-Gen-4-0-x4-NVMe-2-0-V7-V-NAND-3bit-MLC-Internal-Solid-State-Drive-SSD-MZ-V9P4T0B-AM-Non-Heatsink/5075942372"> <strike>$344.99</strike> $279.99 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">As <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2022/8/24/23319258/samsung-990-pro-ssd-speeds-heatsink-ps5">we wrote</a> when the 990 Pro launched in 2022, that SSD came close to PCIe Gen 4’s theoretical speed limit, making it among the quicker options out there for PC (its faster speed is wasted on the PS5, though it’ll work fine in one). It’s still a great value today, especially as prices for all storage configurations have dropped considerably. Considering that a 2TB version of the 990 Pro is $170 and doubling the storage costs just about $100 more, we think that the 4TB is the one to get right now. As game install sizes continue to increase, it’ll be a great addition to any PS5, or in any desktop or laptop that supports PCIe Gen 4 speeds.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">Given that the 990 Pro we’re recommending doesn’t have a heatsink (one’s suggested for use in the PS5, and it’s never a bad idea on PC), it’s <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=m2+ssd+heatsink&amp;i=electronics&amp;crid=2C532BVY97UYG&amp;sprefix=m2+ssd+heatsink%2Celectronics%2C107&amp;ref=nb_sb_noss_2">cheaper to buy and install your own instead</a> of paying Samsung a $20 premium for the heatsink edition of the 990 Pro.</p>
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				<name>Sheena Vasani</name>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[Nothing’s colorful, entry-level earbuds have fallen to their best price to date]]></title>
			<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/636935/nothing-ear-a-wireless-earbuds-amazon-big-spring-sale-2025-deal-sale" />
			<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=636935</id>
			<updated>2025-03-26T18:48:11-04:00</updated>
			<published>2025-03-26T18:48:11-04:00</published>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[From the AirPods Pro to the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, Amazon’s Big Spring Sale has ushered in a number of surprisingly good deals on wireless earbuds. Neither of the aforementioned picks is probably the best option if you’re working with a tight budget, though, fortunately, there are cheaper alternatives. Right now for example, the already [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">From the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Cancellation-Transparency-Personalized-High-Fidelity/dp/B0D1XD1ZV3/">AirPods Pro</a> to the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SHOKZ-New-OpenRun-Pro-Comfortable/dp/B0D2HKCMBP/">Shokz OpenRun Pro 2</a>, Amazon’s Big Spring Sale has ushered in a number of surprisingly good deals on wireless earbuds. Neither of the aforementioned picks is probably the best option if you’re working with a tight budget, though, fortunately, there are cheaper alternatives. Right now for example, the already inexpensive <strong>Nothing Ear (a)</strong> are on sale at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0D2XYTB85/?th=1">Amazon</a> starting at $77.50 (around $23 off), which is a new all-time low.</p>

<p class="has-text-align-none">Nothing’s entry-level earbuds deliver solid value for the price, which is why they remain <a href="https://www.theverge.com/21309820/best-wireless-earbuds">our favorite pair of earbuds for under $100</a>. They combine decent active noise cancellation with enjoyable sound, which you can further fine-tune using Nothing’s mobile app. The water-resistant buds also come with three sizes of swappable silicone tips, which allow for a more secure and comfortable fit (should you find the right size).</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Nothing Ear (a)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Nothing’s Ear (a) earbuds have the same general design as the company’s previous earbuds — but you can get these in a snazzy yellow. They include ANC, more than decent sound quality, and other features like multipoint for just under $100. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133464/nothing-ear-a-specs-price-hands-on">Read our impressions</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25406199/DSCF6920.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A photo of new earbuds from Nothing." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nothing-Ear-Integration-Cancelling-Equaliser/dp/B0CXPRP216/"> <strike>$99</strike> $79 at <strong>Amazon (with Prime)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.nothing.tech/products/ear-a?Colour=Black"> <strike>$99</strike> $79 at <strong>Nothing</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">What’s more, the ANC earbuds offer multipoint Bluetooth pairing, Fast Pair (for Android), and a low-latency gaming mode — the latter of which is relatively rare at this price point. They also <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133813/nothing-chatgpt-ai-integration-announced">sport ChatGPT integration</a>, so if you own a Nothing phone, you can ask the AI tool questions on the go using your voice. Or, you know, not.</p>

<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/18/24133464/nothing-ear-a-specs-price-hands-on">Read our Nothing Ear (a) hands-on impressions</a>.</h5>
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			<author>
				<name>Cameron Faulkner</name>
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			<title type="html"><![CDATA[The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are worth their full price, but are more tempting at $30 off]]></title>
			<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/636668/shokz-bone-conduction-headphones-openrun-pro-2-sale-amazon-spring" />
			<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=636668</id>
			<updated>2025-05-12T12:07:27-04:00</updated>
			<published>2025-03-26T15:00:16-04:00</published>
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							<summary type="html"><![CDATA[When it comes to working out or just hanging outside, the perks of bone conduction headphones versus over-ear headphones or earbuds are growing. They’ve always been the safer alternative since they don’t obstruct your hearing, but with the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, they now actually sound good. Thanks to its USB-C charging (in place of [&#8230;]]]></summary>
			
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<p class="has-text-align-none">When it comes to working out or just hanging outside, the perks of bone conduction headphones versus over-ear headphones or earbuds are growing. They’ve always been the safer alternative since they don’t obstruct your hearing, but with the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/28/24229891/shokz-openrun-pro-2-review-bone-conduction-headphones">Shokz OpenRun Pro 2</a>, they now actually sound <em>good</em>. Thanks to its USB-C charging (in place of the proprietary charger that its predecessor used), more bass, fewer audible vibrations, and AI-powered noise cancellation, it’s easier than ever to recommend them to more people — especially since they’re $30 off during <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/634880/amazon-big-spring-sale-march-2025-prime-day-deals-shop">Amazon’s Big Spring Sale</a>.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Shokz OpenRun Pro 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">Shokz’ best bone conduction headphones yet, with more booming bass than its predecessor. Our reviewer Victoria Song praised their cozy fit as well as their USB-C charging (goodbye, proprietary charger!). <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/636668/shokz-bone-conduction-headphones-openrun-pro-2-sale-amazon-spring">Read our review</a>.</div>
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<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/shokz-openrun-pro-2-bone-conduction-open-ear-sports-headphones-steel-blue/6590116.p"> <strike>$179.99</strike> $124.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDCKH554/"> <strike>$179.95</strike> $124.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/NEW-SHOKZ-OpenRun-Pro-2-Open-Ear-Bone-Conduction-Sport-Headphones-Sweat-Resistant-Workout-30ft-Bluetooth-Secure-Comfortable-Fit-Deep-Bass-Smart-Mic-A/8440716368"> <strike>$179.95</strike> $124.95 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Shokz has given the OpenRun Pro 2 a small, but welcome 17 percent discount, making them $149.95 in either the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SHOKZ-New-OpenRun-Pro-Comfortable/dp/B0D2HKCMBP?th=1">black</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SHOKZ-New-OpenRun-Pro-Comfortable/dp/B0D7HD7N23?th=1">silver</a> color schemes at Amazon. If you want the orange color, you’ll have to head to <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1846650-REG/shokz_s820_st_bk_us_openfit_air_true_wireless.html">B&amp;H Photo</a> or <a href="https://shokz.com/products/openrunpro2">Shokz</a>’ official site. Even though this model has been available since August 2024, this is the first time it’s been discounted.</p>

<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/28/24229891/shokz-openrun-pro-2-review-bone-conduction-headphones">Read our hands-on impressions</a>.</h5>
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