4 Amazing Tech Deals at Amazon This Month

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January is the perfect time to get amazing, money-saving deals on tech, thanks to Amazon’s annual New Year Sale. Each year, the sale features markdowns in every category, including smart home products, headphones, wearables and more. It’s the perfect opportunity to upgrade.

Many top-tier products saw significant price cuts last year and similar discounts have been revealed this year. Be sure to keep an eye on Amazon’s sale page, as the best deals tend to sell out quickly. 

Here are some standout items that were featured in previous sales and are a major part of this year’s event again.

Also here are the top Amazon items to splurge on, settle for or skip.

Kasa Smart Plug Mini

• Price: $18.99 (originally $29.99)

If you’re into having a smart home, the Kasa Smart Plug Mini is a must. This set of four plugs lets you control your appliances from anywhere using an app or a voice assistant like Siri or Alexa. What makes these plugs a great deal is their simplicity and reliability. You can turn off the lights remotely or schedule your coffee maker. These compact plugs can make your home easier and more energy efficient.

Last January, these handy plugs were offered at a steep discount and they are a part of this year’s sale. If you’re looking to improve your smart home setup, get your hands on this set.

Sony Headphones

• Price: $328.00 (WH-1000XM5; originally $399.99)
• Price: $278.00 (WH-1000XM4; originally $348.00)

Sony’s noise-canceling headphones are some of the best options on the market. WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM4 are Sony’s premium models. They are known to go on sale during Amazon’s January sale. 

Last January, these headphones were heavily discounted and the trend continues this year. The XM5 is the latest model, but the still-excellent XM4 is also on sale. Either way, you’re getting an incredible listening experience.

Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones

• Price: $39.99 (originally $59.99)

Another great option for Sony headphones is the Sony WH-CH520. These are also Bluetooth, just like the more expensive option. The sound quality is still decent, plus they’re lightweight, comfortable and perfect for casual listening or long hours of use. And if you don’t like noise canceling (or you just won’t use it), these are one of the only options for good Bluetooth headphones without noise canceling.

Last January, the WH-CH520 headphones got a nice discount during Amazon’s sale. And their sale price has made a return this year. 

Google Pixel Watch 3

• Price: $299.99 (originally $349.99)

The Google Pixel Watch 3 is the latest model smart watch designed for Android users. It’s got fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring and seamless integration with Google Assistant. It’s perfect for tracking workouts, staying on top of notifications and managing your entire day easily.

During last year’s sale, the previous Pixel Watch models got generous price cuts and the Pixel Watch 3 is following suit this year. This is a deal worth bagging for if you want a smart watch that’s nice to look at and functional.

Toss Up: 8BitDo Retro Keyboard and Mouse

• Price: $119.99 (keyboard)
• Price: $59.99 (mouse)

Retro enthusiasts and gamers will love the 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard and R8 Mouse. These peripherals have got a nostalgic design inspired by the original Xbox. But this mouse and keyboard have modern features, like Bluetooth connectivity. 

Both the mouse and the keyboard have mechanical switches. You may want to be careful, though — once you’ve tried them, there’s no going back.

These are new products from 8BitDo that are being sold for the first time in January. Will they be a part of the New Year’s sale? There’s no telling, but there’s a good chance Amazon will want to promote them heavily during that time and a limited-time sale is the perfect chance for them to do so.

_{Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.}

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