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Editor’s note: That’s a wrap, folks! As Prime Big Deal Days draws to a close, we’ll no longer be updating this article with additional deals and insights. Plenty of great deals remain, however, so be sure to check out all of our Prime Day 2.0 coverage for anything you may have missed.
We’re now in the final hours of Amazon’s October Prime Day sale. That means it’s time to squeeze as much value out of your Amazon Prime subscription as you can until Thursday at 3AM ET / 12AM PT, which is when several deals will enter a brief hibernation ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Although things are winding down, many of the best deals remain — which is a good thing, especially if you were taking some time to mull over a big purchase.
As with our initial coverage, we’ve included the best deals we could find on everything from noise-canceling headphones, robot vacuums, and 4K TVs to some unexpected gadgets that might come in handy around the house. The majority of our recommendations have been thoroughly tested by Verge writers and editors, and we are just as confident in our recommendations for a $50 smartwatch as we are in a $1,500 OLED TV. If you don’t have Prime yet, you may also be eligible for a free 30-day trial that’ll allow you to shop the event without paying for access.
The Pixel 9A adds more robust water resistance and a brighter, bigger screen to what was already a winning formula for a good midrange phone. Read our review.
The latest noise-canceling AirPods offer the perfect blend of audio quality, comfort, and battery life, making them the right choice for iPhone users. They have better mics than previous models, allowing for clearer audio when calling home or creating voice notes.
Iniu’s Pocket Rocket P50 Power Bank is a three-port USB charger not much bigger than the AirPods Pro case. It’s capable of fully recharging an iPhone 16 twice. It supports charging speeds of up to 45W via a USB-C port, which can deliver fast recharging for a range of gadgets.
Bose’s headphones are a replacement for the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and offer a more travel-friendly design, spatial audio, better call quality, excellent comfort, and some of the best noise cancellation around. Read our review.
Amazon’s latest Kindle Paperwhite — aka our favorite ebook reader — is perfect for the valentine who likes to relax by the pool or pretty much anywhere. It’s designed to last for weeks at a time, not days, while a larger seven-inch display and adjustable color temperature allow for more natural lighting in any environment.
Baseus’ slick USB-C charger supports 100W passthrough and takes a puck-like form when not in use, with male connectors on either side that retract inward with a quick tug.
Blink’s second-gen Video Doorbell records 1080p video in a 1:1 aspect ratio, allowing you to see a person’s entire body, or a package on your porch. entire body. It comes with a Sync Module that acts as a hub, and helps to extend its battery life to approximately two years.
The Amazfit Active 2 delivers outsized value for the price. It looks spiffy and has a wide array of health tracking features, plus built-in GPS and AI chatbots to provide extra context to your data. Read our review.
These smart lights have beautiful colors, a nice selection of festive scenes, and an easy-to-use app. They are super reliable when paired with a Hue Bridge and also work over Bluetooth. They come in two lengths, work with all the major smart home platforms, and are Matter-compatible.
The ChomChom is a reusable roller that works great for removing unwanted pet hair from furniture, allowing you to skip lint rollers, vacuuming, and other cleaning tools in a pinch.
The LG C4 is a 4K OLED TV that’s great for gaming, with a max 144Hz refresh rate and support for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync variable refresh rate tech. It has a brighter panel and overall better picture quality than its predecessor.
Glocuscent’s rechargeable book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever you’re reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.
Bose’s QuietComfort Headphones, which replace the QuietComfort 45, have adjustable noise cancellation and the ability to set custom modes. However, they lack immersive audio mode and the higher-quality Bluetooth found in the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.
The Sonos Ace are the company’s first set of wireless headphones. They feature a premium, comfortable build and active noise cancellation, along with compatibility with Sonos Arc and other Sonos soundbars. Read our review.
Apple’s AirPods 4 are the latest update to the company’s base-model wireless earbuds. The hard, plastic buds feature improved audio over the third-gen model, along with deep iOS integration and spatial audio with head tracking. Read our review.
Bose’s headphones are a replacement for the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and offer a more travel-friendly design, spatial audio, better call quality, excellent comfort, and some of the best noise cancellation around. Read our review.
Sony’s latest pair of flagship headphones feature improved comfort, better noise cancellation, and the ability to charge while in use. They even fold down for travel, which can’t be said about the last-gen XM5. Read our initial impressions.
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.
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. Read our review.
Bose’s redesigned QuietComfort Earbuds deliver terrific active noise cancellation that outperforms most competitors. They also offer wireless charging and multipoint support right out of the box. Read hands-on impressions.
The latest Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C, making them the first Apple headphones to do so. Read our review.
Apple’s AirPods Max offer a premium metal design, excellent noise cancellation, a crystal-clear transparency mode, and intuitive controls. They were upgraded with a USB-C port in 2024. Read our original review.
Baseus’ slick USB-C charger supports 100W passthrough and takes a puck-like form when not in use, with male connectors on either side that retract inward with a quick tug.
Iniu’s Pocket Rocket P50 Power Bank is a three-port USB charger not much bigger than the AirPods Pro case. It’s capable of fully recharging an iPhone 16 twice. It supports charging speeds of up to 45W via a USB-C port, which can deliver fast recharging for a range of gadgets.
Twelve South’s 3-in-1 charging stand offers full 15W MagSafe iPhone charging and can simultaneously top off a set of AirPods while fast-charging a compatible Apple Watch. It also includes a power supply (with travel adapters) to deliver enough juice over its 5-foot / 1.5m USB cable.
These braided USB-C cables from Belkin are durable and support 100W charging speeds, allowing for quick charging of laptops, tablets, smartphones, and portable game consoles.
Anker’s 25,000mAh power bank sports two built-in USB-C cables (one of which is retractable), plus one USB-C and USB-A port. It tops out at 165W when charging two devices simultaneously, or 130W when charging three or four.
Ugreen’s portable, 48,000mAh battery can charge a smartphone or tablet several times over; it also features an array of convenient ports and a nifty light strip on the side, which you can use during camping trips or anytime you power up your gadgets outside.
Ugreen’s 65W Uno charger features two USB-C ports and a single USB-A port, allowing you to charge three devices simultaneously. It also sports a quirky LED display that showcases different faces depending on the charging status.
Jackery’s Explorer 1000 v2 can output up to 1,500W, which is enough to run a mini fridge or recharge a smartphone dozens of times. It also boasts an array of ports — including three AC outlets, two USB-C ports, and one USB-A port — allowing you to charge multiple gadgets simultaneously.
The Delta Pro is a heavy-duty power station, with four outlets, up to 3,600W of AC output, and the option to top it off with solar panels. The retractable handle and wheels also make it easier to move the 99-pound battery around your campsite or home.
A compact, flexible Qi2 charger for vent and dash mounting. Read our review.
The Amazfit Active 2 delivers outsized value for the price. It looks spiffy and has a wide array of health tracking features, plus built-in GPS and AI chatbots to provide extra context to your data. Read our review.
The Fitbit Charge 6 features a haptic side button, an improved heart rate algorithm, turn-by-turn navigation with Google Maps, and the ability to broadcast your heart rate on certain Bluetooth gym equipment. Read our review.
Google’s last-gen 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. Read our review.
The Amazfit Band 7 is an unassuming, basic fitness tracker with a bright OLED display, long battery life, and an incredible feature set for the price. Read our review.
The Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger, wide-angle OLED display with up to 30 percent more screen area. It’s thinner and lighter than its predecessors, yet it charges faster and features the same fitness and wellness features. Read our review.
The rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes in one size: 49mm. It offers the brightest display of any wearable in Apple’s lineup, along with better battery life and improved performance. It sports Apple’s last-gen S9 SiP, too, allowing you to take advantage of Apple’s handy double tap feature.
The Pixel 9A adds more robust water resistance and a brighter, bigger screen to what was already a winning formula for a good midrange phone. Read our review.
The OnePlus 13 comes with improved water resistance, support from all three major US wireless carriers, and a strong software policy. Coupled with a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and multi-day battery life, it’s an impressive high-end Android phone. Read our review.
The flagship-ish Nothing Phone 3 boasts a large battery, fast charging, and one of the most distinctive designs available in a phone right now. Read our review.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is still one of the best phones you can buy, even if its “Ultra”-ness is a little diminished. Two telephotos, a built-in stylus, and a big screen are the main attractions. Read our review.
The 2023 film is presented here in glorious 4K, with visual effects so impressive that the film earned an Oscar at the 2024 Academy Awards.
It’s tough to beat the value of getting all three LOTR films in 4K (both the theatrical and extended cuts) in a single set for under $100. Plus, each film is presented in Dolby Vision HDR with Atmos.
Twin Peaks: From Z to A includes all three seasons of David Lynch’s surreal crime drama. All episodes are presented in 1080p, except for the pilot and part 8 of season 3, which are in 4K. You also get a host of bonus features.
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is a breathtaking vampire horror film that weaves a powerful narrative about Black survival and resilience in 1930s Mississippi, following twin brothers navigating racial tensions and supernatural threats. Read our review.
The seventh-gen iPad Mini comes with Apple’s A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. It’s also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro and offers faster Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds. Read our review.
Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use. Its high resolution screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.
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. Read our review.
The 2023 Amazon Fire HD 10 sports a 10.1-inch, 1080p display and 3GB of RAM, which is plenty if you’re streaming or browsing. It’s lighter than the last-gen model, too, and comes with support for both the Made for Amazon Stylus Pen and Amazon’s handwriting recognition technology.
Amazon’s latest Paperwhite features a larger seven-inch display and noticeably faster performance. It also boasts longer battery life than the previous model, retains IPX8 waterproofing, and includes a USB-C port. Read our review.
The Boox Palma 2 is a 6.3-inch smartphone-sized e-reader that’s highly portable. It also runs on Android and comes with the Google Play Store built-in, allowing you to download apps for other digital bookstores, newspapers, note-taking apps, and more. Read our review.
OnePlus’ latest Android tablet sports a crisp 13.2-inch display with fast 144Hz refresh, loud speakers, and support for screen mirroring and easy file sharing with Macs and iPhones. Read our review.
Samsung’s latest Frame TV features a matte QLED panel, a Wireless One Connect box to minimize cable clutter, and Alexa support. The built-in “Art Mode” also allows you to choose or cycle through famous works of art if you’re willing to pay for a monthly subscription.
Sony’s Bravia 8 OLED features a slew of exclusive gaming features when connected to a PlayStation 5, compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant, and access to Sony’s premium Pictures Core streaming service.
Samsung’s S90F is a premium OLED TV with a 120Hz panel, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and access to game streaming services like Nvidia’s GeForce Now via Samsung’s Gaming Hub.
Samsung’s QN70F QLED offers many of the same features as the S90F, but for under $1,000. It’s equipped with a 120Hz panel, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and access to game streaming services via Samsung’s Gaming Hub.
The LG C4 is a 4K OLED TV that’s great for gaming, with a max 144Hz refresh rate and support for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync variable refresh rate tech. It has a brighter panel and overall better picture quality than its predecessor.
LG’s QNED82A features an AI processor to optimize picture quality, provide personalized answers to your questions, and recommend content based on your viewing habits. LG has also promised five years of software updates.
Google’s terrific TV Streamer (4K) is the company’s best attempt at a streaming device yet, with built-in ethernet, an excellent interface, and smart home compatibility with both Matter and Thread. Read our review.
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.
The hybrid Echo and Fire TV is faster than its predecessor with extensive hands-free voice control capabilities, support for Wi-Fi 6E, and excellent performance. Read our review.
Roku’s latest Ultra streamer has built-in ethernet, a rechargeable voice remote with backlit buttons, and AirPlay 2 support. You can also control it with Amazon Alexa through a compatible smart speaker. The Roku Channel app lets you stream over 400 free live TV stations, plus exclusive movies like Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.
Alienware’s AW2725Q is a 26.7-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, .03ms of latency, two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 port, and support for Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.
Samsung’s latest flagship 49-inch Odyssey G9 ultrawide gaming monitor uses an OLED panel for deep blacks and rich color contrast. It also sports a fast 0.03ms response time, 240Hz refresh, 1800R curve, and 32:9 aspect ratio yielding a 5120 x 1440 resolution.
The 1080p Blink Outdoor 4 security camera offers support for motion detection, night vision, and two-way audio. There’s the option of local recording with the bundled Sync Module 2 (the newer Sync Module XR is out, but we haven’t tested it yet), and unlike the third-gen model, it supports person detection and has a wider field of view.
Blink’s second-gen Video Doorbell records 1080p video in a 1:1 aspect ratio, allowing you to see a person’s entire body, or a package on your porch. entire body. It comes with a Sync Module that acts as a hub, and helps to extend its battery life to approximately two years.
This wireless Ring doorbell has great video quality, head-to-toe view, and speedy response times for a battery doorbell. It works with Amazon Alexa and can send alerts for people and packages with a Ring Home subscription.
Amazon’s new Echo Hub is kind of like a small Fire tablet you mount on your wall that gives you full-time access to all your smart home controls. It’s got an eight-inch touchscreen and support for Matter and Thread. Read our review.
The Echo Show 15 is a large wall-mounted device that acts as a shared hub for families to view upcoming calendar appointments, virtual notes, and more. The 15.6-inch device also features the same Alexa functionality as other Echo displays and smart speakers. Read our review.
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.
These smart lights have beautiful colors, a nice selection of festive scenes, and an easy-to-use app. They are super reliable when paired with a Hue Bridge and also work over Bluetooth. They come in two lengths, work with all the major smart home platforms, and are Matter-compatible.
The Aura Aspen digital frame lets you upload photos via the companion app, cloud services, or email from anywhere. Its 12-inch LCD display features slim bezels, a 4:3 aspect ratio, and an antiglare screen that mimics the look of real photos.
Google’s latest Nest Learning Thermostat offers a sleeker design, support for Matter, and a Soli radar sensor to detect if a person is approaching. It also includes a second-gen remote temperature sensor for monitoring the temp in a room of your choosing. Read our review.
Ring’s Alarm 8-Piece Kit includes a base station keypad, four contact sensors, and one motion sensor. You’ll get notified each time a sensor is tripped, and a battery in the base statism keeps the system online if your power goes out.
The color-coded Skylight Calendar can help you juggle multiple schedules, assign chores, create meal plans, display photos, and more. Its 15-inch screen also offers an at-a-glance view of the family’s schedule so everyone’s on the same page. Read our Skylight Calendar Max review.
Look, a carpet cleaner is not a very Verge-y gadget. But we’ve all got carpets and / or upholstery to keep clean, right? Luckily, Bissell’s relatively compact cleaner does a great job of restoring fabrics to their original sheen with just a little elbow grease.
This sleek Bluetooth smart lock supports Apple Home and will auto-unlock as you approach your door. For an extra $80, an onboard Wi-Fi module adds out-of-home control and more smart home support. There are also versions with a fingerprint reader and Apple Home Key, but not both. Read our review.
The Aqara is a fully featured smart lock with Matter support, long battery life, and multiple ways to unlock (including Home Key). However, it needs a hub for most of its features, which bumps up the price and complexity.
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.
The Deebot X8 Pro Omni remains our favorite robot vacuum / mop. It represents a welcome return to form for Ecovacs’ flagship line, with great obstacle avoidance, a small dock, and a convenient self-cleaning brush system.
Ecovacs’ Deebot T50 Max Pro is a robot vacuum / mop combo with tangle-resistant brushes, a side brush for cleaning corners, and deep carpet cleaning capabilities. Its charging station thoroughly cleans and dries its mopping pads automatically upon its return, and it supports Matter, allowing you to easily integrate it into any smart home.
The X10 is a great robovac with excellent AI-powered obstacle detection, powerful oscillating mops, a user-friendly app, and good mapping capabilities.
A superior mopping bot with a superior price tag, the Narwal is smart enough to know when it needs to go back and mop more. Its vacuuming is good, and its unique onboard compression bin means no loud auto-emptying.
Sonos’ Era 100 smart speaker is a replacement for the older Sonos One, utilizing two tweeters (left and right) and one larger woofer. In addition to Wi-Fi, the Era 100 also supports Bluetooth audio and line-in playback via an optional 3.5mm to USB-C adapter. Read our review.
The hourglass-shaped Sonos Era 300 is designed from the ground up for spatial audio and Dolby Atmos. It supports the same Bluetooth and line-in features as the Era 100. If you pair two 300s together with a Sonos Arc or Beam (Gen 2), you can get truly immersive home theater surround sound. Read our review.
The latest Sonos Beam fits into the middle of Sonos’ soundbar lineup. It supports Dolby Atmos through virtualized surround sound and offers eARC compatibility with newer TVs. Read our review.
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. Read our review.
The Wonderboom 4 features a compact design, but it pumps out big sound. Its IP67 rating means it’s water and dust resistant, and it can even float.
Vizio’s Elevate SE is a stripped-down alternative to the company’s high-end Elevate soundbar. The 5.1.2 sound system features many of the same highlights, though, including booming sound quality and rotating speakers that provide the verticality required for Dolby Atmos content.
The punchy, 32-inch Bar 300 supports Dolby Atmos, Apple’s AirPlay 2, and Alexa Multi-Room Music. It also features a built-in Chromecast and Bluetooth, meaning you can use it as a wireless speaker for all your devices when you’re not watching anything on the TV.
Bose’s SoundLink Home has an eye-catching design, but it also delivers on sound quality, especially with vocals and acoustic instruments — even at high volumes. It doesn’t have EQ customization or any IP rating, so it’s best suited for an office or anywhere safe indoors. Read our review.
Bose’s SoundLink Max improves on the smaller flex with true stereo sound — and very powerful sound at that. It’s got a removable handle for easy transport, and there’s an aux input for playing audio when you want to listen at a higher quality than what Bluetooth can deliver. Read our review.
If you bought a Meta Quest 2, you’re a prime candidate for the Quest 3S. It’s a faster, more comfortable VR headset that runs the same chipset as the pricier Quest 3. While its screen resolution hasn’t improved, nearly everything else about the hardware has. Read our review.
The H9 is one of Sony’s premium InZone gaming headsets. It features active noise cancellation, compatibility with both PCs and the PlayStation 5, and can simultaneously connect to two devices (one over 2.4GHz wireless and one over Bluetooth).
For something cheaper — and in some ways better — than Nintendo’s official Pro controller, there’s 8BitDo’s Ultimate 2, which works with the original Switch and Switch 2. It features TMR joysticks with trigger switches for adjusting the feel, as well as vibration and motion-control support.
This 128GB model is the most affordable price we’ve ever seen on a microSD Express card. Granted, it’s not much storage, but it might be enough for your Switch library.
Razer’s Wolverine V3 Pro is its first wireless controller for Xbox and PC. It features Hall effect sticks, mouse click-like hair triggers, swappable stick toppers, and six customizable buttons.
The 8BitDo Ultimate Bluetooth Controller comes with its own charging dock, features remappable controls, and is compatible with the Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and Windows PCs thanks to its Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connectivity. Unlike the 2.4GHz-only version, it features drift-free Hall effect sticks.
The Backbone One (second-gen) with USB-C can connect to Android phones and iPhones 15 or later. It’s a fully featured controller complete with dual analog sticks, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and its own software for capturing screenshots and connecting to game streaming services.
Star Wars Outlaws is an original open-world adventure set in the vast universe of the iconic film series. It stars Kay Vess, a protagonist looking to steal from criminal overlords to gain her freedom. Read our review.
The middle game in a three-part trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth continues the reimagining of the classic PS1 RPG with modern visuals, an expansive open world, new gameplay elements, and even better character development than the original. Read our review.
FromSoftware’s co-op title, Nightreign, pairs the visual flair and challenging combat of Elden Ring with a host of multiplayer elements, resulting in an ever-changing take on a beloved title.
Fires of Rubicon marks the return of FromSoftware’s long-running mech game series. Armored Core VI brings back the frantic, mission-based gameplay and eye-watering levels of user customization for your high-flying robots.
Seagate’s Storage Expansion Card is as fast as the Xbox’s internal storage, comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB sizes, and fits into a proprietary slot without any cables.
The Insta360 Link 2 offers the same auto-swiveling design as its excellent predecessor, only in a smaller form factor. It also offers a slate of new features, including group tracking and no-follow zones.
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).
The Elgato Stream Deck Mini is a customizable six-button controller with LED screens for buttons. It can be used to control a wide variety of things, including smart lights, computer automations, and microphone and video controls when on video calls or livestreaming.
The MK.2 version of the standard Stream Deck comes with 15 programmable buttons, a swappable faceplate, and a detachable stand.
Nuphy’s latest version of its Air mechanical keyboard is outstanding. This one omits a numpad but still includes arrow keys and a full row of function keys that double as media keys. It comes in black, gray, and white, with a few different switch options, and it’s both wired and wireless. It also supports both Windows and macOS.
Apple’s flagship laptop has a 16-inch screen and starts with 36GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, and an M4 Max chip with 14-core CPU / 32-core GPU. Read our review.
The MacBook Air is by far the laptop The Verge recommends the most frequently. The latest generation isn’t revolutionary, but it packs a speedy M4 chip, more RAM, and an improved webcam for a lower starting price of $999. Read our review.
Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro is smaller, with a new design and updated keyboard. It’s powered by Qualcomm’s Arm64 Snapdragon X Plus chip. Read our review.
The 13.8-inch Surface Laptop is the most affordable of Microsoft’s 2024 Copilot Plus models. The MacBook rival uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X chipsets — which offer excellent performance and battery life — and its keyboard is the first with a dedicated Copilot key. Read our review.
Razer’s latest and greatest version of its Blade 16 laptop returns to a thinner, more travel-friendly chassis. It comes with RTX 50-series GPU options but each configuration features an excellent OLED display. Read our review.
The Victus 15 is a popular, budget-friendly gaming laptop that now comes with RTX 4050 graphics, more RAM, and an improved 144Hz screen.
Azul is a game in which you arrange patterned tiles in order to create the most beautiful tapestry possible. Arranging tiles in a strategic sequence will help you build your score while limiting your opponents’ ability to grow theirs.
In the iconic board game classic Catan, players strategically compete and trade for resources.
Exploding Kittens is a two-to-10-person game wherein each player continually draws cards until one person draws an Exploding Kitten. If the player doesn’t have the proper diffuse or action card, they’re out. You can play defensively by using cards that skip your turn or prevent another player from playing an action card. The last person to avoid an explosion wins.
Chicken vs. Hotdog is a seemingly simple game where two to 10 people try to flip a chicken or hotdog toy such that it lands upright on the table. The game is played in teams, and you can score points by completing challenges (tossing it with your non-dominant hand, for example) within a set number of tries. The first team to reach the predetermined point goal wins.
Lego’s 709-piece kit lets you construct three brick-ified bonsai trees, including a black pine, a ginkgo with yellow leaves, and a wisteria with hanging lilac flowers. It also comes with three ornamental displays, just in case you want a raised stand on which to showcase them.
Lego’s tribute to Disney’s 100th year in the movie business is an 811-piece kit shaped like a vintage-style film camera. Minifigs depicting Disney’s early animated stars — including Mickey, Minnie, Bambi, Dumbo, and Walt Disney himself — are also included.
This 1,048-piece set features an adorable baby Grogu and his hovering pram. Grogu can be displayed in or out of the pram, and you can also pose his head and adjust his arms. As a bonus, the set also includes a Sorgan frog, which is Grogu’s favorite snack.
Lego’s 540-piece Piranha Plant set remains one of the more affordable Lego Mario kits you can buy. It’s got a massive mouth, posable leaves, and comes with two coins inspired by the classic franchise.
The ChomChom is a reusable roller that works great for removing unwanted pet hair from furniture, allowing you to skip lint rollers, vacuuming, and other cleaning tools in a pinch.
Twelve South’s base Bluetooth transmitter provides up to 20 hours of continuous use, rendering it a great travel companion regardless of where you’re going.
Thermacell E65 is an odor-free mosquito repellent that relies on puffs of vapor using a formula specifically targeted to that bug. Thermacell says it’s safe to use around people or pets after conducting tests that were reviewed by the EPA. The E65 can be used for up to 5.5 hours before needing to be recharged.
Hoto’s 25-in-1 electric screwdriver kit is a rechargeable, USB-C tool that’s ideal for repairing small electronics, such as phones, laptops, and gaming consoles. The compact gadget features 25 magnetic bits, a durable aluminum build, and a 350mAh battery that provides up to two hours of use.
The Keychron V1 is as much a comfortable keyboard as it is a productivity tool, one with remappable keys and hot swappable switches to better suit your workflow. It’s also a lot more stylish than your average keyboard, with slick RGB backlighting and double-shot PBT keycaps.
LifeStraw’s basic filter removes unwanted viruses, bacteria, and microplastics as you drink, giving you a safe way to hydrate no matter where you are.
This battery has the juice, so to speak, and quite a lot of it. Its main role is to be available to jumpstart a car battery (12V/1000A), but it has USB ports, too, making it handy for charging other devices you bring in the car.
Birdfy’s entry-level smart feeder features a 1080p camera and an app that lets you view birds up close as they munch on seeds. If you fork out $4 per month for the premium subscription, you also get access to Birdfy’s AI, which identifies bird species and lets you set custom alerts for your favorites.
Slice’s retractable, finger-friendly ceramic blade is great for tearing through packing tape and cutting plastic wrapping. The comfy tool also features a sturdy, reinforced nylon handle and a hooked design that makes it easy to stow when not in use.
The MUID Benson Lying Flat Duck Night Light is a cute duck-shaped lamp that radiates warm light to help kids more easily fall asleep while playing.
Coway’s surprisingly efficient Airmega AP-1512HH Mighty is compact enough to fit in any corner of your home and offers a three-stage filtration system, including a true HEPA filter.
The AeroPress has made a name among enthusiasts for its great brewing ability and extreme portability. Its simple, hands-on operation can make your morning coffee ritual more fun and engaging than a traditional drip-style maker.
Glocuscent’s rechargeable book light hangs around your neck to illuminate whatever you’re reading, while offering adjustable brightness and warmth settings.
Breville’s Barista Express certainly isn’t the cheapest option out there, but it’s elegant, straightforward, and relatively easy to maintain.
Black & Decker’s Dustbuster can’t go toe-to-toe with a robot vacuum, but the rechargeable handheld is great for quickly removing dirt, debris, and pet hair. It even features a pull-out crevice tool for accessing those hard-to-reach areas around your home.
Apple’s AirTags are unobtrusive, waterproof, and tap into the massive Find My network for out-of-range locating. Read our original review.
The Xreal One aren’t the most affordable augmented-reality glasses available, but they are some of the best for displaying movies and games on the go. You can connect them via USB-C to your smartphone, tablet, or handheld gaming PC.
Fellow’s handsome gooseneck kettle lets you easily choose your desired water temperature and coffee time via a colored LCD display and built-in stopwatch, making it an ideal companion for pour-over connoisseurs everywhere.
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Update, October 8th: Updated to reflect current pricing / availability and several deals, including those for the Lego Piranha Plant and the GuliKit ES PRO Wireless Controller.
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