Amazon deal of the day: Save $250 on the M3 MacBook Air
Retail therapy is a good way to battle the cold weather blues. And it's even better if you can save some money. Amazon always has an endless array of discounts on its daily deals page, but not everything is worth snagging. We've sorted through the noise for you and handpicked a few of the best deals we would actually grab ourselves.
Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Jan. 21. Be sure to check back later this week for even more of our top picks.
Our top pick: Apple 15-inch MacBook Air
The M3 MacBook Air packs a major punch. During testing, Mashable Tech Editor Kim Gedeon was highly impressed with its performance — specifically its zippy M3 chip that's nearly 20 percent faster than the previous model. It offers dual-display support when you close the lid and WiFi 6E support, but otherwise features the same display, design, keyboard, ports, webcam, weight, and dimensions as its predecessor — and that's not a bad thing. It shines as our top MacBook pick for most people and as of Jan. 21, the 15-inch model with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD is on sale for just $1,249 instead of $1,499. That's 17% off and just $15 away from its best price ever.
Read our full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M3).
Kindle Colorsoft
In October, Amazon unveiled its first Kindle model with a color display after almost 17 years: the Kindle Colorsoft. It's a 7-inch waterproof e-reader with a glare-free display that supports a full spectrum of color. On top of that, it has an auto-adjusting front light, 32GB of storage, wireless charging, eight weeks of battery life, and no lockscreen ads. It's usually $279.99, but as of Jan. 21, you can grab it on sale for just $229.99. That's 18% in savings and the first price drop since its release.
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4
Our favorite sub-$100 Bluetooth speaker, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is a tiny powerhouse with a well-rounded sound profile. It can last up to 14 hours on a full charge, endure drops from up to five feet, and be submerged in water for up to half an hour. We wish it offered a companion app to customize the sound, but overall, it's a solid pick — especially while it's 20% off.
Roku Express 4K+
Our favorite budget-friendly streaming device, the Roku Express 4K+ delivers ultra-HD quality, multiple HDR standards, and a voice-enabled remote. It's meant to be an entry-level 4K device and it excels in that department. "It’s one of the cheapest streaming devices around but still has all the essential functionality and reliability of more expensive alternatives," our reviewer writes. It's only $39.99 at full price, but as of Jan. 21, it's down to just $24. That's a 40% discount.
Read our full review of the Roku Express 4K+.
Amazon Fire HD 10
The Amazon Fire HD 10 is not the fanciest tablet on the market, but its no-frills design makes it a solid choice for casual users looking to browse the web, answer some emails, or read on the go. Mashable reviewer SaVanna Shoemaker says it's "lighter and faster than its predecessors, with a long battery life and vivid picture that makes it great for on-the-go entertainment." It typically costs $139.99, but as of Jan. 21, it's on sale for only $94.99. That's 32% in savings.
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