Upgrade Your Tech Game With These Major Deals
After all the sales offered on Black Friday, Cyber Monday and end-of-year sales, you’d think the well for killer tech deals would be bone dry. But with a new calendar year comes more end-of-season sales to be had. Thank emerging technologies just showcased at CES (phones with rollable screens!) to make computers, cameras, speakers and more launched mere months ago suddenly ready for the chopping block, as prices are slashed to make room for whatever’s next.
Here’s the thing: Buying this year’s (or even last year’s) tech at discounted prices won’t leave you lacking in the functionality department. Major savings on DSLR cameras with excellent video capability; computers with impressive graphics cards and crisp displays; and robotic vacuums to do the thing nobody wants to do offer a surefire way to boost creativity, productivity and efficiency. See exactly what we're talking about ahead, with some of the best deals in tech, available now.
Whether you’re planning on launching an at-home webcam series or documenting upcoming travels, this could be the year you finally start your vlog. With 5K resolution, 20MP photos and dual LCD screens, GoPro HERO9 Black has a little something for everyone—making it a great option for every up-and-coming streamer. Score $220 off HERO9 Black when you subscribe to GoPro through February 7, 8:59 a.m. PST. If that deep discount wasn’t tempting enough, score a spare battery, 64GB SD card, and up to 1-5% Honey Gold (terms apply) when you shop now.
SHOP: HERO9 Black with Subscription + 64 SDGB Card + Battery, $349.98, available at GoPro.
Thought it was impossible to find time to clean when you were never home? With the house getting more use than ever, the conundrum remains, which is why there’s perhaps never been a better time to invest in a robotic vacuum. This one, which is app controlled, is made to cover hard floors and carpet — without choking on pet hair. Better yet, it can be snapped up for more than 30% off via the link below.
SHOP: iRobot Roomba 670 Robot Vacuum-Wi-Fi Connectivity, Was $329.99; Now $199, available at Walmart
Keep tabs on all the comings and goings at your home with this doorbell that doubles as a security and intercom system. Answer the door from anywhere using your phone and automatically record and save to the cloud front-porch happenings — all for half price with this rare deal.
SHOP: Ring Video Doorbell Pro with 1080P HD Video & Motion-Alerts, Was $299.99; Now $149.99, available at Until Gone
Nab $30 off the powerful gaming device that adds 4K and HDR picture to Xbox One games. Though this version comes with just two games and a headset, hundreds of other titles can be played on demand via the Xbox Game Pass.
SHOP: Microsoft Xbox One S with Avengers, Titanfall 2 and Universal Headset, Was $490; Now $460, available at Sears
If you're looking to upgrade your WFH set-up, a stellar deal can be had with this handsome, leather-bound laptop, which is available at $400 off. The versatile device is made to operate in laptop position or can be folded and used with a stylus like a tablet. The touchscreen also slides forward to hide keys for distraction-free binging.
SHOP: HP Spectre Folio Convertible 13-ak1016nr, Was $1,499.99; Now $1,099.99, available at HP
Technically, this 12-inch workhorse is a tablet, equipped with an ultra-fast processor, edge-to-edge display and 512GB of built-in memory (expandable to 1TB via a microSD card). But thanks to a full keyboard and stylus, the versatile machine — which can be snapped up at nearly 60% off — is set up to double as a laptop, making it a perfect device for viewers of Peppa Pig, Zoom-schooled teens, or WFH parents.
SHOP: Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+ 12.4", $399.99, available at Samsung
Whether hanging by the pool, on the patio, or in the basement, this pair of speakers is equipped to bump major bass on a 12 hour-charge without letting a splash of water or drop from the counter get in the way.
SHOP: JBL Flip 5 Portable Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers, $239, available at World Wide Stereo
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Few things help us breathe easy like an air purifier. This one, designed to work in a room of up to 500 square feet, eliminates nearly all odors, pollen, allergens, bacteria, pet dander, dust mites, smoke and other pollutants. What’s more, it’s equipped with four fan speeds and an air monitor to indicate air poor, moderate or high air quality.
SHOP: One Power ONE Smart 4-Speed 500-sq ft HEPA Smart Air Purifier, Was $249.90; Now $224.99, available at Lowe's
A great starter DSLR for photogs, this camera features a generous 3-inch touchscreen LCD screen, built-in WIFI with NFC to wirelessly transfer files, and is primed to kick out hi-res images at up to 7 frames per second and 1080p60 HD video. The bundle includes a memory card and camera case and can be nabbed for $350 off through the deal below.
SHOP: Canon EOS 80D DSLR Camera with 18-55mm Lens and Accessory Kit, Was $1,249; Now $899, available at B&H Photo Video
Smart light bulbs and strips allow you to control the lighting in and around your home from anywhere via an app. The bummer? They can cost upwards of $100 a pop. This WIFI plug turns any outdoor or indoor light or timer into a Wifi-enabled smart device, complete with Alexa and Google Assistant capability. Thanks to this killer deal (at more than 50% off), it pulls this cool upgrade for less than the price of a large pizza.
SHOP: Smart Gear Outdoor WiFi Plug, Was $39.99; Now $15.99, available at Kohl’s
With blockbusters like WW84 heading straight to streaming services, stepping up our home theater experience has never felt more urgent. A key upgrade: a compact projector that casts video in larger-than-life images. This version boasts an LED light source that kicks out 1,200 lumens of brightness and comes equipped with a USB-A port and micro SD card slot for laptop-free connectivity.
SHOP: ViewSonic Pico Handheld M2 DLP Projector, Was $649.99; Now $549.99, available at Staples
Gearing up for Super Bowl Sunday? Upgrade your viewing experience with a 4K, smart OLED TV. This best-seller features an ample 55-inch screen and a crisp UHD display to give the kind of real-time play clarity umpires only dream of.
SHOP: LG CXPUA 55" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV, Was $1,796.99; Now $1,396,99, available at B&H Photo Video