Smart speakers, gaming headsets, and other weekend discounts

Smart speakers, gaming headsets, and other weekend discounts You can also save big on the latest, M1 MacBook Air If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Let's face it: the big summer shopping blowouts are behind us. However, that doesn't mean the deals have stopped, nor does it mean we won't see an influx of discounts as we start to approach Labor Day weekend. This week, for example, there are still excellent deals to be had on Razer's budget-centric headset, the Nari Essential, and Google's smallest smart speaker, the Nest Mini. The M1 MacBook Air is also seeing its largest discount to date, with Best Buy taking $250 off the MSRP for students. We've rounded up those deals -- and many more -- below. Enjoy! Save more than 50 percent on a trio of Google Nest Minis at eBay Like Amazon's Echo Dot, the Google Nest Mini is a miniature take on the larger smart speakers that came before it. The compact device doesn't boast the same sound quality as the Nest Audio, but it's impressive for its size, especially when mounted to a wall or placed in a smaller room. What's more, it packs backlit volume buttons and many of the same features that have come to define the category, including the ability to answer voice queries, control your smart home, and play music, adding to its overall versatility.   If you're already tapped into the Google ecosystem or are looking for an inexpensive way to strew audio throughout your home, BuyDig is currently offering a three-pack of Google Nest Minis on eBay for $64, significantly less than if you were to pay per Mini. Read our review. Google Nest Mini (three-pack) $64 $147 57% off Prices taken at time of publishing. The Nest Mini is Google's smallest smart speaker, and it can fit almost anywhere in your home. $64 AT EBAY (CHARCOAL) $64 AT EBAY (CHALK) Apple's official MagSafe Charger is $10 off at Woot Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack has officially arrived, however, if you're looking for a cheaper means for charging your iPhone 12, 12 Pro, or an older device that supports Qi charging, there's always Apple's MagSafe Charger. The simple, wired accessory attaches magnetically to the latest iPhone 12 models, and allows for 15-watt charging speeds when paired with a 20-watt power brick (sold separately). And while far slower than a traditional USB-C cable — it takes about an hour to charge an iPhone 12 to 40 percent — it's also more convenient, especially given it can charge AirPods models with a wireless charging case and older Qi-compatible accessories. Normally $40, Apple's MagSafe Charger is currently available at Woot for $30, matching its best-ever price. Apple MagSafe Charger $30 $40 25% off Prices taken at time of publishing. Apple's wired MagSafe Charger is nothing short of convenient. While slow, the magnetic device can still juice an iPhone 12 to 40 percent within an hour. It also offers Qi support, meaning it can charge older iPhone models and the wireless charging case that comes with some AirPods models.  $30 AT WOOT If you need a cheap wireless headset, Razer's Nari Essential might be it The Razer Nari Essential is by no means a groundbreaking headset, yet, for the price, it's an admirable entry-level model that will appease most gamers, especially on the PC side. The jet-black wireless gaming headset features an adjustable headband, a sturdy build, and support for both PC and PlayStation consoles, with THX Spatial Audio simulated surround sound available on the former. Normally $100, it's currently available at Woot for $55, more than 45 percent off its typical list price. If Razer's budget-friendly Nari Essential doesn't offer what you're looking for, however, we've also rounded up the best gaming headsets overall, including multiplatform models and both wired and wireless alternatives. Razer Nari Essential $55 $100 46% off Prices taken at time of publishing. At $55, the Nari Essential is hard to beat. It's one of Razer's more affordable wireless headsets, with 16 hours of battery life, a well-made build, and simulated surround sound on PC, a feature that allows you pinpoint enemies before they sneak up on you. $55 AT WOOT The M1 MacBook Air has dropped to its lowest price to date The latest MacBook Air launched less than a year ago and, like all Apple products, it's not exactly known for being cheap. If you still want to make the jump to Apple's M1 chip, however, Best Buy is currently knocking $250 off the price of the 256GB model with 8GB of RAM, a new low for Apple's 13-inch laptop. To take advantage of the deal before it expires on August 1st, you need to log in or sign up for a free My Best Buy account and enroll in the Student Deals program, a move that takes an additional $100 off the $850 sale price.   If you're unfamiliar with the latest MacBook Air, it's currently one of the best laptops you can buy. The 2020 model boasts excellent battery life, impressive performance, and a well-built design. Plus, it's available in three colorways: gold, space gray, and silver. Read our review. Apple MacBook Air with M1 $750 $999 25% off Prices taken at time of publishing. The Apple MacBook Air is the entry-level laptop with Apple's new custom silicon called the M1. It comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage and doesn't have a fan. $750 AT BEST BUY Other deals of note Nanoleaf's Canvas Light Panel starter pack is $50 off for Costco members, one of the better prices we've seen on the versatile lighting system. Amazon's first-gen Echo Show 5 is $45 at Best Buy, the lowest price we've seen on the smart display outside of Amazon Prime Day. Read our review. The 2020 iPad Air is $500 at Amazon and Best Buy, matching the best price to date on Apple's standout tablet. Samsung's 55-inch QN90A Neo QLED is $300 off at Best Buy, bringing the price down to $1,500 for a limited time. Amazon's second-gen Echo Buds are $80 at Best Buy, the best price we've seen on the noise-canceling earbuds since Prime Day. Read our review. HyperX's Cloud Alpha is $70 at Amazon, 30 percent off the MSRP and one of the bigger discounts we've seen on the excellent gaming headset. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is $50 at Amazon and Best Buy, the steepest discount to date on the recently-released Switch title. Read our review. Roku's Streambar is $100 at Amazon and Target, matching the budget-friendly soundbar's lowest price to date. 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