Labor Day Is Over, But These Tech Deals Are Still Going Strong
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If you’re already shopping for your bedroom, closet or vanity, why not upgrade the rest of your abode with smart home devices? Some of the best Labor Day weekend sales (many of which are still going strong) also feature deep discounts on best-selling tech products, including Apple MacBooks and AirPods, Facebook Portal video screens, smart thermostats, robot vacuums and much more.
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Ahead, we’ve rounded up the best Labor Day tech deals to shop now through Monday and beyond, and keep your eyes on this page as we’ll be updating the list regularly.
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The Best Labor Day Weekend Laptop and Tablet Deals
1. 2020 Apple 13-Inch MacBook Pro with M1 Chip, 512GB
Apple’s best-selling 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 chip has been marked down again since we last check to another $100 off, so you can get the 512GB storage option for just $1,349 (reg. $1,499).
Apple 2020 MacBook Pro, 13-Inch 512GB (reg. $1,499)
2. Fire HD 10 Plus Tablet with Keyboard, 32GB
Get Amazon’s latest Fire HD 10 Plus tablet with the keyboard case, Microsoft 365 and 32GB storage for just $210 (reg. $300). The device features a speedy octa-core processor, 4GB RAM, and wireless charging, and you can upgrade to the ad-free lock screen option for an extra $15. A 64GB storage option is also available for $250 or $265 with or without ads, respectively.
Amazon Fire HD 10 Plus (reg. $300)
3. 2021 Apple 11-Inch iPad Pro with Wi-Fi, 128GB
Originally $799, the latest 11-inch iPad Pro with Wi-Fi and 128GB storage is now only $749. The tablet features Apple’s speedy M1 chip, making it great for streaming HD videos, gaming and note-taking.
2021 Apple iPad Pro with Wi-Fi, 11-Inch 128TB (reg. $799)
4. Samsung Galaxy Tab S7, 128GB
Samsung’s 5G-friendly Galaxy Tab S7 tablet (which is great for taking notes, gaming and streaming videos) with 128GB storage is on sale for $530, down from $650. The 11-inch device includes the redesigned S Pen, which boasts even quicker responsiveness than the previous model.
Samsung Galaxy S7 Tablet, 128GB
The Best Labor Day Weekend TV Deals
1. TCL 50-Inch Class 4-Series RK Smart Roku LED TV
TCL’s best-selling 50-inch Class-4 Series Smart Roku LED TV is just under $400, down from $500. It’s also available in other sizes (from 43 to 85 inches) that are also on sale, and it’s equipped with Dolby Digital sound for room-filling surround sound and Bluetooth so you can stream your own music. Don’t forget to pick up a soundbar and TV stand, too.
TCL 50-Inch 4K Smart Roku LED TV (reg. $500)
2. Vizio 58-Inch M-Series 4K UHD Quantum LED Smart TV
Take $70 off Vizio’s 58-inch M-series 4K smart TV, which boasts a cinematic display that can show over a billion hues of colors and up to 600 nits of brightness. It’s compatible with Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, Pandora and other streaming video services as well as virtual assistants (Apple Homekit, Alexa and Google Home), and the IQ 4K HDR processors mean that gamers can expect smooth gameplay.
Vizio 58-Inch M-Series 4K LED Smart TV (reg. $770)
The Best Labor Day Weekend Headphone Deals
1. Sennheiser CX 400BT True Wireless Earbuds
These best-selling Bluetooth earbuds by Sennheiser are only $100, so you’re getting them for 50% off the original $200 price. (They’re also available in white for $97.) You’ll get up to 20 hours of battery life, a built-in audio equalizer that adapts to your preferences, voice assistant compatibility and digital controls via Sennheiser’s iOS or Android app.
Sennheiser CX 400BT True Wireless Earbuds (reg. $200)
2. Beats Solo Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling On-Ear Headphones
Beats’ Solo Pro wireless noise-canceling headphones are marked down to $170, so you’re getting 43% off the original $300 price tag. The over-head headphones offer active noise cancelling and up to 22 hours of listening time, plus hands-free voice controls and a built-in microphone.
Beats Solo Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (reg. $300)
3. Apple AirPods Pro
Yes, Apple’s AirPods Pro are still on sale, and now’s a good time to scoop them up for $190 (reg. $249) before a newer (and likely pricier) version is expected to be announced.
Apple AirPods Pro (reg. $249)
The Best Labor Day Weekend Smart Home Deals
1. Ring Alarm Home Security System, 8-Piece Kit (2nd Gen)
Save up to 30% off Ring’s 5- to 14-piece home security systems, which boast an easy DIY setup and are compatible with Alexa. You’ll get a base station, keypad, contact sensors, motion detectors and a range extender, depending on which kit you select, and features include alerts if broken glass or smoke alarmed are detected, monitoring when you’re away from home and the optional Alexa Guard Plus emergency response plan.
Ring Alarm 8-Pc. Home Security System (reg. $250)
3. Eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac
Eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac (reg. $280)
4. Proscenic T21 Smart Air Fryer
If your culinary routine needs a high-tech, Proscenic’s T21 smart air fryer is only $89 (reg. $129) when you apply the $40 off coupon on the product’s Amazon page. The Wi-Fi-enabled kitchen appliance lets you connect to your smartphone to control and monitor your cooking process, find recipes, use presets and more.
5. Facebook Portal
Facebook’s Portal smart video calling devices are also on sale on Amazon for up to 48% off, including its 10-inch screen, the 15.6-inch Plus and the TV option. The screens make it easier to call family or join Zoom conferences for work, and the smart camera automatically zooms and pans to ensure that everyone stays in the frame. The devices are also compatible with Spotify, Pandora, Instagram and Facebook, so you can listen to your favorite music or display photos and video from social media. Kids will also love that the smart screens let you read storybooks with music, animation and AR effects.
Facebook Portal (reg. $179)
6. AeroGarden Harvest Elite
The indoor LED gardening system is only $110 and comes with a gourmet herb seed kit (Genovese basil, curly parsley, dill, thyme, Thai basil and mint) so you can start growing your own ingredients quickly at home. AeroGarden’s no-soil hydroponic device includes an app that lets you manage your mini garden even when you’re out of town.
AeroGarden Harvest Elite (reg. $180)
7. Amazon Eero 6 Wi-Fi System
Bump up your home Wi-Fi with Amazon’s Eero 6 router and extender kit, which is only $195 (or 30% off $279). The Wi-Fi system supports up to 500 megabytes per second over wireless or 900 mbps wired, and can cover up to 5,000 square feet.
Amazon Eero 6 Wi-Fi System (reg. $279)
8. Ring Video Doorbell 3
Amazon-owned Ring’s Video Doorbell 3 is only $140 (down from $180). The Wi-Fi-enabled device lets you monitor and speak to visitors from your smartphone, tablet or computer with 1080p HD video quality, and the unit also has improved motion detection, privacy zones and mobile notifications.
Ring Video Doorbell 3 (reg. $180)
9. Google Nest Learning Thermostat
Control your home’s air conditioning and heat when you’re away with Google’s third-generation Nest thermostat (reg. $249), which is on sale for $199. The unit learns your preferences and features eco settings to conserve money and energy, and you can program, schedule and change temperatures from the thermostat or your phone, computer or tablet.
Google Nest Learning Thermostat (reg. $249)
10. Echo 4th Gen Smart Speaker
(Update: This deal has since expired.) The latest generation of Amazon’s best-selling smart home hubs are going for $35 to $80 (reg. $50 to $100), including the Dot, the kids Dot and the regular Echo.
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Echo 4th Gen Smart Speaker (reg. $100)
11. Roborock S6 Robot Vacuum
(Update: This deal has since expired, but used models are going for $360 as of press time.) Roborock’s best-selling S6 robot vacuum cleaner (reg. $650) is now only $380 when you clip the coupon on the Amazon product page. The smart cleaning device can clean edges and uses adaptive routing to clean efficiently, and you can set room mapping, control which areas are cleaned, schedule cleaning and manage the unit from your smartphone or with Alexa voice controls.
Roborock S6 Robot Vacuum (reg. $650)
12. Echo Show 8
(Update: This deal has since expired.) On sale for just $100, Echo’s latest Show 8 (reg. $120; also available in a Blink Mini camera bundle) lets you make video calls, check your calendar, set times, control cameras and other smart devices, stream HD content from Prime Video and Netflix and more. The eight-inch screen has built-in security features such as an on-off microphone button and a camera shutter.
Echo Show 8 (reg. $130)
13. Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station
(Update: This deal has since expired.) If you’re out in the wild (or just need an emergency charging option) and want to ensure your tech is powered up, Jackery’s Explorer 500 portable power station is an additional $80 off on Amazon, bringing the price down to $420 (reg. $600). Just be sure to clip the coupon on the product page to get the deal.
Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station (reg. $600)
This story was originally published Sept. 4, 2021.
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