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SAVE $98: As of March 27, the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Vlogging Camera is down to $439 in the Amazon Spring Sale, a record-low price. The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo is also on sale for $569.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Gimbal Camera $439 at AmazonAmazon’s Big Spring Sale, which runs through March 31, has plenty of deals for creators looking for a bargain. None are better than the offers on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, a 4K gimbal camera. Mashable’s tech editor hailed this camera as “close to perfect” in his review.
All content creators reach a point where they need to stop using their phone and start investing in pro gear — microphones, video cameras, portable lights, everything. And the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Gimbal Camera has emerged as a popular all-in-one solution, which is why it has a cult following among vloggers, creators, and videographers.
Why we love the DJI Osmo Pocket 3Every time our reporters attend a conference or event with a lot of creators, this camera is everywhere. It's often hard to find in stock, let alone at a record price.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo, which includes a DJI microphone, is currently marked down to $569. (Just a few hours ago, this camera was marked down to $531, so prices are changing fast.) That’s a $60 saving on the regular list price of $629. You can also buy the camera on its own for $439, a new record low price for this popular gimbal camera, according to camelcamelcamel.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!DJI is best known for awesome drones, but the tech brand makes premium devices in the content creation category. This camera is small but hugely impressive, with a 3-axis gimbal for steady video and face tracking. Other helpful features include face detection, vertical video mode, 180-degree Spinshot motion, and wireless connectivity to DJI microphones (which are also on sale).
Mashable tech editor Timothy Beck Werth reviewed the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 back in 2023 and said, “It really is hard for me to imagine a better camera for video content creators. Because it can connect wirelessly to your devices, you can use this for both recording video and livestreaming.” Three years later, it's still the best in its category.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 rarely goes on sale, so grab the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo for $569 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. You can also grab the camera on its own for $439.
I'll let you in on a little secret about portable power stations — they're almost always on some type of discount. It's rare that I see any of my favorite models listed at full price, which is not a bad thing. But it makes it harder to discern a good deal from a meh deal. To help out, I've scrolled the pages of the Amazon Big Spring Sale to find the deals I think are actually worth buying.
A portable power station has become a must-have tech item. It's like your favorite noise-cancelling earbuds — no idea how we survived without them. They've been my savior during power outages to keep the refrigerator running, my phone charged up, and the WiFi router connected. They're also well worth packing along on upcoming camping trips. Think of movie nights under the stars with a powered-up portable projector and fresh popcorn.
The one snag here is that batteries aren't cheap, and that's especially true of high-tech and long-lasting batteries found in portable power stations. Because of this, I recommend shopping for a power station during major sales like the Amazon Big Spring Sale is a wise move. Here are some of my favorite models seeing steep discounts during the sale. I'll keep this page updated as the sale rolls in and we see new deals pop up.
Best Bluetti deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bluetti Elite 200 V2 $749 at AmazonIf you need a large and in charge power solution, whether in an emergency or going off-grid, the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is a fantastic option. It comes with 2,600Wh of battery power, which is more than enough to charge larger items like laptops and small appliances. It's also capable of recharging your phones and keeping the WiFi router on for an extended period of time. If you find that you routinely lose power, this unit is something you'll want to keep on hand to make sure you can charge things up when you need them.
More Bluetti dealsBluetti Elite 10 — $112.98 $199 (save $86.02)
Bluetti Elite 30 V2 — $218.99 $299 (save $80.01)
Bluetti X30 CPAP Battery Backup — $278.99 $329 (save $50.01)
Bluetti Elite 100 V2 with 200W Solar Panel — $699 $1,399 (save $700)
Bluetti Elite 300 — $1,099 $1,699 (save $600)
Bluetti Apex 300 — $1,444 $1,699 (save $255)
The massive Anker Solix F3800 is ideal for home backup should the power cut out. On its own, the Solix F3800 comes with 3,8400 Wh of battery capacity to keep your tech running without grid power, but Anker made this deal even better during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The Solix F3800 comes bundled with a BP3800 Expansion Battery and a 400W solar panel. The extra battery brings the total capacity up to 7,680Wh while the addition of a solar panel puts you in line for recharging off-grid.
More Anker Solix dealsAnker Solix C300 — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)
Anker Solix C1000 — $429.99 $799 (save $369.01)
Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 — $749 $1,499 (save $750)
Anker Solix F2000 — $799.99 $1,999 (save $1,199.01)
Anker Solix F3800 — $1,898.99 $2,599 (save $700.01)
Anker Solix E10 — $4,299 $5,799 (save $1,500)
If you're looking for a portable power station to take along to the campground this summer, the Jackery Explorer 100 V2 is an ideal model. It's a mix of portability, durability, solid port options, and it's on sale for under $430. This Jackery model comes with 1,070Wh for recharging your phones while camping, keeping the speaker ready to go, and powering up the projector for movie nights. Plus, it weighs under 24 pounds, so you won't have to struggle lugging it around camp.
More Jackery dealsJackery SolarSaga 100W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel — $197.99 $299 (save $101.01)
Jackery 1000 v2 with 200W Solar Panel — $698.99 $1,499 (save $600.01)
Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 — $749 $1,499 (save $750)
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus — $1,598.99 $2,799 (save $1,200.01)
Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2.
After testing dozens of portable power stations, one of my go-to models for taking along on a weekend of camping is the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2. Sure, you can go lighter and even more portable models, but I love the Solix C1000's combination of 1,024Wh, three USB-C ports, and the excellent Anker Solix app. It's also incredibly easy to carry around the campground, weighing under 25 pounds. Plus, Anker won a Guinness World Record for the power station's ability to recharge in just 49 minutes.
More portable power stations on sale at AmazonEcoFlow River 2 Pro — $314.99 $529 (save $214.01)
DJI Power 1000 — $349 $699 (save $350)
DJI Power 1000 V2 — $364 $699 (save $335)
Goal Zero Yeti 500 — $399.89 $499.95 (save $100.06)
Segway Cube 2000 — $538.98 $899.99 (save $361.01)
EcoFlow Delta 3 with 220W Solar Panel — $588.98 $999 (save $410.02)
Goal Zero Yeti 700 — $599.89 $699.95 (save $100.06)
DJI Power 2000 — $699 $1,299 (save $600)
EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 — $2,099 $3,699 (save $1,600)
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT gameHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, March 27, 2026:
AcrossBad place to spend time on your phone, it's saidThe answer is In bed.
The answer is tolls.
The answer is Still.
The answer is Meme.
The answer is ESPN.
The answer is It's Me.
The answer is Notes.
The answer is Blimp.
The answer is Ellen.
The answer is DSL.
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SAVE $500: As of March 27, the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 is on sale for $699.99 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 $699.99 at AmazonIf you're looking to upgrade your gaming setup, Amazon's Big Spring Sale has come at the right time.
For a whole week (until March 31), the retailer will be dropping low prices on everything from Apple devices to everyday household essentials. And gaming products are getting the same treatment, with a standout deal live on the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7. As of March 27, this gaming monitor is down from $1,199.99 to $699.99, saving you $500 on list price.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This is a 40-inch curved gaming monitor with a 1,000R design and a 21:9 ultrawide display. You'll get a detailed 4K resolution that fills more of your field of view. It supports VESA DisplayHDR 600 for improved contrast, giving you deeper blacks and brighter highlights.
It also has a 180Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time (GtG), so with every game you'll have reduced lag and you can enjoy smoother, more responsive gameplay. Plus, it includes FreeSync Premium Pro support and offers height and swivel adjustments for a more comfortable, customizable setup.
This gaming monitor deal is live at Amazon now, so don't miss out.
TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box on sale for $118.99 in the Big Spring Sale, which knocks $45.71 off its $164.70 list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box $118.99 at AmazonThe Amazon Big Spring Sale has been delivering solid deals across gaming, Pokémon, and even Apple products, but this latest offer is especially interesting if you have been waiting for a better entry point on one of Magic’s newest full booster boxes.
As of March 27, Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box listed for $118.99, down from the $164.70 list price. That works out to a 28% discount, which is a sizable enough drop to make this one of the more appealing sealed MTG buys right now.
For this new price, you're getting a full box with 30 Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Boosters. Each pack comes with 14 Magic: The Gathering trading cards. Play Boosters are the format’s all-purpose option — useful for Limited play, casual pack opening, or just building out a collection.
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Lorwyn Eclipsed brings MTG back to the dual plane of Lorwyn and Shadowmoor, leaning into the split between light and darkness, order and chaos, and the return of familiar creature types, including Kithkin, boggarts, merrow, and Elves.
Among other MTG deals, collectors can also buy the Magic: The Gathering Duskmourn House of Horrors Play Booster Box for $22 off. What’s more, the Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven Play Booster Box is still available for under $150.
SAVE $50: As of March 27, Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's a 20% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at AmazonAmazon's Big Spring Sale has been a welcome event for anyone who wants to save big on Apple products. We're only three days in but we've already seen huge savings on MacBooks, iPads, and AirTags. And if you've been eyeing up the Apple AirPods Pro 3, you'll be pleased to hear that they've dropped below $200. As of March 27, these AirPods are down to $199, saving you $50 on list price.
AirPods Pro 3 provide an incredible listening experience thanks to their three-dimensional audio with a new acoustic architecture that enhances bass and improves clarity. At this low price, they sound even better.
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And for a perfect fit, they come with five ear tip sizes. They also have various hearing-focused features like at-home hearing tests, conversation boost, and hearing protection that protects your ears from damage from any loud external noises. For battery life, you'll get up to eight hours of listening with noise cancellation enabled, or up to 10 hours in transparency mode.
Get this AirPods deal at Amazon now.
TL;DR: As of March 27, the ASUS ROG 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor is down to $899.99 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's $400 off the list price of $1,299.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS ROG 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor $899.99 at AmazonGamers love a major sale. Sure, gaming is all in the name of fun but once you start buying all that hardware it becomes a very serious business. Gaming at the top level doesn't come cheap. Thank goodness then for the Amazon Big Spring Sale, which runs through March 31 with stacks of deals. And if it is gaming hardware you’re trying to buy — specifically a gaming monitor — we recommend checking out the ASUS ROG 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor, now discounted by 31%.
The ASUS ROG 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor is currently available for $899.99, saving you $400 on list price. It’s usually listed at $1,299.99.
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It’s compatible with NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology for butter-smooth, low-latency gameplay, plus anti-flicker technology and AI-assisted visuals that create an all-round improved gaming world. It also comes with a refresh rate of 240Hz but can max out at 480Hz in FHD mode.
Don’t miss your chance to save $400 on the ASUS ROG 32-inch 4K OLED Gaming Monitor as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale — now available for just $899.99.
SAVE $80: As of March 27, the DJI Mic 3 is on sale for $249 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's a 24% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic 3 $249 at AmazonAmazon's Big Spring Sale has dropped, and there's a great discount on the DJI Mic 3. If you create any sort of content, this is a piece of kit you won't regret buying. And as of March 27, you can get it for its best-ever price, now down to $249 from $329.
The DJI Mic 3 is essentially a compact wireless microphone system that's designed for portable recording. It has a lightweight design, so it's ideal for filming on the go. It comes with a carrying pouch, charging case, one locking 3.5mm TRS to TRS audio adapter cable, two magnets, two magnetic clips, a USB-C mobile phone adapter, one receiver, two transmitters, four windscreens (two black and two black/grey), and a USB-C to USB-C data cable.
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You can find this DJI deal in Amazon's Big Spring Sale right now.
TL;DR: As of March 27, the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum is down to $899.99 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's $600 off the list price of $1,499.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame X50 Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum $899.99 at AmazonWe’re three days into the Amazon Big Spring Sale and we’re seeing even more opportunities for you to save big money on high-ticket tech. If you’ve always wanted a robot vacuum, for instance, but never quite had the $1,500 budget for a premium model, this sale is your chance to save literally hundreds of dollars. In fact, you can save a massive $600 on the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum, a vacuum and mop 2-in-1 model with a stacked set of features.
The Dreame X50 Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum is now available for $899.99, 40% off the regular list price of $1,499.99 — a total saving of $600. According to camelcamelcamel, that’s a record-low price for this robot vacuum.
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It will climb over obstacles of 2.6 inches — such as rugs, steps, and door tracks — by using its retractable ProLeap legs. It also gets under furniture and cleans deep into corners of your living space. And when it's work is done for the day, the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete returns to its docking station to automatically empty its load and self-clean its mop heads. All while you put your feet up, of course.
Be sure to get this awesome device while it’s so heavily discounted in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Buy the Dreame X50 Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum for $899.99 for a limited time.
We have seen the future of AI via Large Language Models. And it's smaller than you think.
That much was clear in 2025, when we first saw China's DeepSeek — a slimmer, lighter LLM that required way less data center energy to do its job and performed surprisingly well on benchmark tests against heftier American AI models. (Ironically, it was built atop an open source U.S. model, Meta's Llama).
DeepSeek may have foundered on privacy concerns, but the trend towards smaller and smarter AI isn't going away. The evolution is on display again in TurboQuant, a compression algorithm that Google quietly unveiled this week via a Google Research paper.
The paper itself is pretty impenetrable if you're not an AI nerd who talks tokens and high-dimensional vectors. We'll get into a more detailed explanation below. But here's the TL;DR: The TurboQuant algorithm can make LLMs' memory usage six times smaller.
What does that mean? Less energy usage, perhaps to the point where running a powerful AI model on your powerful smartphone becomes possible. Less RAM usage, right on time for the ongoing RAM shortage.
Certainly, algorithms like this can help LLMs make more efficient use of the data centers they're hosted in — either by using the extra space to run more complex models, or, hear me out, by allowing us not to rush into building so many unpopular new data centers in the first place.
And that, paradoxically, could be a problem for the AI economy, at least as it's currently structured.
Why smaller and smarter will mess up NVIDIAFor the past three years, tech stocks have been riding ever higher on the back of one company alone: NVIDIA. And NVIDIA has been riding ever higher on the assumption that we're in the middle of what CEO Jensen Huang called this month "the largest infrastructure buildout in history" — an explosion of data centers, for which NVIDIA will be the chief provider of chips.
But that infrastructure build-out, if you look at data centers actually built versus data centers promised, is already stumbling, as a fresh New York Times investigation just made clear. What's the holdup? Not just opposition from concerned citizens across the U.S., now including the NAACP. It's also permits, applications, inspections, and the other unsexy but often necessary parts of the local government machinery.
Not least of the problems: A dearth of power generation and transmission, which doesn't sit well with the AI industry's unquantifiable ability to soak up electricity and suck up water.
What happens when the desire for more AI runs into a lack of infrastructure? Well, then necessity becomes the mother of invention. We learn to do more with less. And that's exactly what TurboQuant does.
Middle-out compressionHere's that explanation — although since TurboQuant is a compression algorithm, you'd be forgiven for imagining Google had the same NSFW "middle out" compression algorithm inspiration that drove the plot of the HBO comedy Silicon Valley.
So there's a couple of energy "bottlenecks" when AI models reach for something they really want and frequently use. One is called the key-value cache, which is like a really hot library that stores the most-used information. The other is the vector search, which matches things that look the same. TurboQuant effectively lubricates both at once, making memory grabs faster, smoother, and less fraught.
TurboQuant "helps unclog key-value cache bottlenecks by reducing the size of key-value pairs," Google's paper says, in part by the "clever" move of "randomly rotating the data vectors."
Got that? No? Well, it doesn't really matter. All you need to know is that there's a promising new field of extremely complex computational mathematics, and it works the way compression algorithms have long worked — making new technology faster, lighter, easier to run.
First, it was ZIP file downloads, then the video compression that enabled the streaming revolution, and now it's AI. The result could allow a more powerful LLM to run entirely on your phone, or it could crash the global economy, or both at the same time. Isn't life in 2026 wild?
NASA will shelve its plan for a small lunar space station in favor of building a base directly on the moon.
For years, the U.S. space agency talked up Gateway, a station that would circle the moon and act as both a lab and pit stop for lunar missions. Now, after another hard look at time, money, and logistics, officials say executing that project would only slow them down on the way to the main event: getting astronauts back on the moon — before China beats them to it.
As NASA prepares to launch Artemis II, a 10-day crewed flight around the moon that could lift off as early as Wednesday, April 1, agency leaders are overhauling the moon-landing missions that will follow it, trying to ensure the first boots in the dust since 1972 are American. That means sticking a landing during the Artemis IV mission in 2028.
But as for NASA's time crunch for the moon base, that part is largely self-inflicted. A target of 2030 for installing the first pieces of the astronaut habitat stemmed from Gateway plans the agency sold to stakeholders years ago. To keep the date, the agency says it must skip the space station — the project that helped establish the timeline in the first place.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in December that mandated some kind of lunar outpost by 2030, but there's a catch: The directive can only set the policy deadline and has no control over the funding. So while NASA wants $20 billion over seven years to build the newly envisioned base, it lacks a financial guarantee from Congress to cover the full cost. Meanwhile, many U.S. lawmakers are focused on trying to save other space and Earth science initiatives Trump wants to cut.
"I can't imagine anyone would rather their astronauts be above the moon looking down where all the action is, as opposed to being on the surface itself," said NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.
SEE ALSO: A solar system is forming right before our telescopesThe sweeping change to NASA's lunar ambitions came during an agency-hosted meeting in Washington this week dubbed Ignition, which sought to galvanize support from contractors, international space partners, and lawmakers.
Astronauts would build the moon base at the lunar south pole, a region about the size of Virginia. The area has deep, shadowed craters that may hold ancient ice and other frozen material. If NASA can mine those resources, crews could use them for living and working on the surface without needing constant resupply from Earth.
NASA wants to build this moon base, with the first pieces installed in 2030. Credit: NASA illustrationThe new plan rolls out in three phases. Over the next two years, NASA wants to prove it can hit the lunar surface often and reliably, using roughly two-dozen launches and more than 20 mostly commercial landings to drop off robots at the south pole, scout for water, and test nuclear-powered heaters that can maintain hardware in long stretches of darkness and cold.
Around 2029, heftier landers would bring in power and communications gear, and rugged rovers would start leveling the ground for living quarters, assisted by a pressurized rover that would double as a mobile home. Then, in the 2030s, crews would get several habitat modules to support longer stays, as well as a steady stream of cargo flights carrying supplies and returning lunar samples to Earth.
A major goal of this final phase is learning how to use the moon's own soil, called regolith, said Carlos Garcia-Galan, the moon base program executive. NASA plans to test 3D printing and other methods to turn the material into bricks, and to extract oxygen, water, and other elements that could be useful for supporting the base.
NASA argues that learning to live on the moon is a necessary step toward getting humans to Mars. If something were to break, a Martian crew would be stuck for months in a distant, hostile world.
By running a base on the moon, the agency hopes to work through the challenges of keeping people alive, especially during the long lunar nights of extreme cold, fixing critical gear without quick resupply and using local resources while astronauts are still only a three‑day trip away from home.
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"Clearly, when we get to Mars, we're going to need some of this capability," Garcia-Galan said, "and when we get there, it's going to be tried and true."
As for the sidelined Gateway project, NASA says the space station hasn't been canceled and could be reprioritized later. But given the agency intends to repurpose some of the hardware for the moon base, its future is uncertain.
Test labs and other equipment that were built for the space station would shift to serving surface missions. By scrapping Gateway for parts, officials think they can pay for the base without a massive top-line increase.
"It does look like science fiction, but guess what," Garcia-Galan said, "we're planning to turn that into reality."
TL;DR: Bring home an Apple MacBook Air for only $199.97 (reg. $999) now through April 16, while supplies last.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 2017 (Refurbished) $199.97If you’re looking for a luxurious laptop at a bargain price, this MacBook Air fits the bill. It offers all the bells and whistles you’ve come to love from Apple at a shockingly low price. In fact, if you act fast, you can get this MacBook Air for only $199.97 (reg. $999) through April 16, while supplies last.
Looking for a lightweight computer that can still deliver the power you need to knock out your to-do list? This MacBook Air is one of Apple’s most portable laptops, weighing just 2.96 pounds without skimping on features. A 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM help you multitask and get things done.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This MacBook Air’s 13.3-inch widescreen display gives you plenty of space to tackle work or play, while Intel HD Graphics 6000 offers crystal-clear visuals and a smooth streaming experience. You also have 12 hours of battery life, so you can get it all done without needing an outlet.
Need to store files right on the device? 128GB of storage gives you plenty of space to save files and download apps. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities make it easy to connect from anywhere. You’re saving big because this model comes with a Grade A/B rating, which means it might have some light scuffing on the bevel or case, or light scratches or dents on the body.
Get an Apple MacBook Air for only $199.97 (reg. $999) now through April 16, while supplies last.
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TL;DR: Teach your computer some brand new tricks with this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows lifetime license, on sale now for just $32.97 (reg. $219.99) through April 12.
Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License $32.97Could your computer use a little spring refresh? This lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows gives your device eight new tools to work with, and right now you can secure them all for $32.97 (reg. $219.99) — just $5 each — until April 12.
Whether you’ve got an old PC that could use a little sprucing up or you just snagged a brand new computer that needs these apps, this Microsoft Office Professional 2021 lifetime license is on sale just in time for spring. There are eight tools included, with no monthly subscription fees required.
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If the year of this edition gives you pause, don’t worry. Each app has been redesigner and has a ribbon-based interface so it’s easy to access features, tools, and customizations. Before purchasing, make sure your computer is running Windows 10 or 11.
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Amazon is running a huge sale from March 25 to 31. No, we're not talking about another Prime Day. We're talking about the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
This event might not carry quite the same weight as Prime Day or Black Friday, but it's still one of the biggest sales events on the shopping calendar, and this year's deals are surprisingly good. This spring-themed event will go hard on outdoor equipment like drones and power stations, spring cleaning essentials like robot vacuums, and everything else shoppers are looking to buy at this time of the year. Our professional deal hunters have spotted record-low prices on Apple, Fire TVs, Kindles, and Sony headphones.
We've lined up all the best deals from the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest live updates, price drops, and news from the Mashable shopping team.
The first major Amazon sale of 2026 is here. The Amazon Big Spring Sale, which kicked off on March 25, features some of the retailer's best spring deals all the way through March 31. During a time when the price of simply breathing seems to get more expensive by the day, seven full days of deals are welcome.
Amazon is notorious for offering a selection of classic deals during major sale events — sales that we see pop up every Prime Day and Black Friday. These include Amazon devices, Apple products, Ninja kitchen appliances, and plenty more.
SEE ALSO: Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Live updates on Apple, Kindle, DJI, and Brooklinen dealsWe've been covering Amazon's Spring Sale since it first cropped up three years ago, and Amazon's other major sales for even longer than that, so we decided to put our expertise to use. The result? The below list of the nine best classic Amazon deals we've spotted so far during the Big Spring Sale.
Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Bundle $171.97The standard Amazon Kindle Paperwhite with 16GB storage comes with a list price of $159.99, but during Black Friday and Cyber Monday in 2025, we saw that drop to $124.99. So far, it's only dropped down to $134.99, which is just OK, but the Kindle Paperwhite Bundle is on a discount. The bundle includes the Paperwhite (Mashable's favorite Kindle), a plant-based leather cover, and a power adapter. The Kindle Paperwhite is the perfect spring break accessory since it's lightweight enough to pack along and it's waterproof. Plus, a single charge can last for up to 12 weeks.
Best Bluetooth tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (1st Gen, 4 pack) $59.99 at AmazonApple AirTags are a staple feature during Amazon sales. Will we see the first-ever discount on the second-generation AirTags? That remains to be seen, but for now, you can snag a four-pack of first-generation Apple AirTags for only $59.99, beating their lowest price ever by about $3. For the bundle, each Apple Bluetooth tracker costs just $14.99. The timing for this deal couldn't be better since we're all eyes on spring break and we're booking summer travel since airfare prices have no bounds these days.
Best LifeStraw deal Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $13.18 at AmazonAmazon markets its Spring Sale as being the perfect time to pick up seasonally-appropriate savings, like outdoor supplies. But that wasn't the only reason it was unsurprising to see the LifeStraw on sale — if there's a sitewide Amazon sale, this personal water filter will be available for less than its full price. This time around, that means you can grab it for just $13.18, saving you 34% on the portable water filter.
Best Fire Stick deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $24.99 at AmazonNaturally, Amazon devices get markdowns every time an Amazon sale comes around. While Kindles may get a lot of love, it's definitely worth taking a second look at the brand's Fire Stick selection. Case in point: this 4K Plus model is 50% off, bringing it down to just $24.99. This streaming stick essentially turns any TV into a smart TV with easy access to streaming services. And, it's much cheaper than a $130 Apple TV setup.
Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at AmazonIt doesn't matter if the most recent model of AirPods has been out for years or if it came out months ago (as is the case with the AirPods Pro 3) — they will be discounted if Amazon is running a sale. Our reviewer heaped praise onto the latest flagship earbuds from Apple, calling out their standout ANC, great out-of-the-box sound quality, and interesting extra features like the built-in heart rate monitor and live translation. At $199, they're not quite at the lowest price we've ever seen them hit — that'd be the $184 they were at in February — but $50 off Apple's latest earbuds is still a pretty sick deal.
Best air fryer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven $185 at AmazonFinding an air fryer that's big enough to actually cook an entire meal, looks cute on a countertop, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg seems almost an impossible task, but Our Place's Wonder Oven somehow pulls it off (a wonder, indeed). The 12.7-quart countertop oven comes with a wire rack, air fry basket, bake pan, and crumb tray, and can air fry, bake, roast, toast, broil, and reheat. That's versatility. At $129 for Prime members (a 30% discount off the $185 list price), it's an excellent deal on the air fryer that Mashable's Samantha Mangino calls her "favorite kitchen appliance."
Best Dyson deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Nural $349.99 at AmazonThe (in)famous Dyson Airwrap can be a hit or miss when it comes to Amazon sales, but at least one model of the Dyson Supersonic goes on sale during an Amazon savings event. This time around, we're delighted to see it's the Supersonic Nural. Make no mistake, this is a luxury purchase, but its speedy dry times and temperature-adjusting magnetic attachments do absolutely add something to the hair-drying experience. Considering its $549.99 price tag, grabbing it on sale is absolutely the move — luckily, it's $200 off, bringing it down to $349.99.
Best budget headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 at AmazonThe JLab JBuds Lux ANC are what you get when you want Bose QuietComfort headphones but want to pay under $100. On sale, you can beat even that impressive valuation and grab them for under $50, at just $41.99. (The $359 Bose QuietComfort headphones, on the other hand, have not gone on sale as of day two of the Spring Sale.) These headphones earned a spot on our best budget headphones list thanks to their adjustable (and great) active noise cancellation, impressive battery life, and balanced sound profile. As an added bonus, you have your choice of four colorways on sale.
Best tent deal Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Sundome Camping Tent (4 person) $94.99 at AmazonIf the four-person Coleman Sundome Camping Tent isn't on sale when Amazon is hosting a sitewide sale, hell has probably frozen over. What won't be freezing over is you, protected from the elements in this tent that can fit a queen-size mattress, withstand winds of up to 35 mph, and has a rainfly to keep you dry and warm. This Big Spring Sale markdown knocks the price to $94.99, saving you 19%, and making this tent cheaper than its three-person counterpart.
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back for its third year, and the deals have been pretty impressive so far. While we're not seeing Black-Friday-level deals across every category, there are tons of record lows out there.
SEE ALSO: Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, and Kindle dealsCase in point: portable Bluetooth speakers. Since the weather is finally warming up, it's the perfect time to grab a speaker you can take outside without a worry (well, mostly). From big names like JBL and Sony to some underrated favorites, here are the best Bluetooth speaker deals worth your money right now.
Best JBL deal (for most people) JBL Charge 6 $159.95 at WalmartWe've tested a lot of Bluetooth speakers over the years, but the JBL Charge 6 is still our top recommendation on the market. We ranked it the "Best for Most People" in our best portable Bluetooth speakers roundup, and for good reason.
Even though it is a little bit bigger and about $50 more than its predecessor, its superior sound more than makes up for it. "Even at the lowest volumes, the Charge 6's sound easily filled a living room, but never sacrificed quality for loudness," writes our Lead Shopping Reporter, Bethany Allard. "The companion app also comes with four different equalizer presets and a custom equalizer, so you can adjust the sound to be just right for your ears."
This two-pound speaker comes with a removable handle strap (so it's light enough to take to the beach, backpacking, or wherever else), offers up to 28 hours of playtime on a single charge, and features an IP68 water- and dustproof design. Bonus: it doubles as a portable charger via USB-C.
More JBL Bluetooth speaker dealsJBL Grip — $69.95 $99.95 (save $30)
JBL Flip 6 — $109.95 $129.95 (save $20)
JBL Flip 7 — $109.95 $149.95 (save $40)
JBL Charge 5 — $139.95 $179.95 (save $40)
JBL Xtreme 4 — $299.95 $379.95 (save $80)
Read our full review of the Sony ULT Field 3 speaker.
Whenever someone mentions Bluetooth speakers, JBL, Bose, and Sonos are probably the first brands that come to mind. And that's totally OK — they're all solid brands! But Sony is a pretty good competitor that people often just lump in with TVs and gaming.
One of my favorite speakers of all-time is the Sony SRS-XB100. I use it all the time, especially when I'm at the beach. It has a little strap on it, so I usually just hang it up in the outdoor shower or on the back of my truck if I have my tailgate down and cooler out. (That speaker is $20 off right now, and I highly recommend it if you're looking for something that's super small but sounds amazing. Looking for something bigger? I bought my dad the SRS-XG500 years ago, and we still use it on the beach every summer.)
If you're looking for bass, our team can't recommend the Sony ULT Field 3 enough. It's lightweight (not as much as the SRS-XB100, obviously), and according to our audio expert, Alex Bracetti, the ULT Field 3 outplays the Beats Pill. This speaker also has a 50-foot range, is IP67 water- and dustproof, and offers 24 hours of battery life, plus an extra 120 minutes of playtime with a quick 10-minute charge.
What's even better? The black colorway is currently on sale for $142.95, which is the lowest price we've seen this model go for to date.
More Sony Bluetooth speaker dealsSony SRS-XB100 — $43 $64.99 (save $21.99)
Sony XE300 — $67.99 $199 (save $131.01)
Sony ULT Field 1 — $79.95 $139.99 (save $60.04)
Klipsch Nashville — $117.99 $159 (save $41.01)
Bose SoundLink Flex — $129 $149 (save $20)
Marshall Acton III — $199.95 $299.99 (save $100)
Amazon's celebrating the arrival of springtime weather with the return of its Big Spring Sale. If you love finding discounted Lego sets amidst all the tech deals and home essentials, we have good news: there are plenty live now.
Whether you're searching for a new Star Wars set to build or a delightful botanical display to put up for spring, we've gathered up a variety of options to look through below.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up! Best Lego Botanicals Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree (#10348) $47.99 at AmazonLego's Botanicals sets are always a delight to have up on display, and this Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree is sure to add a lovely pop of red, orange, and green to your home. At the moment, it's on sale at Amazon for $47.99, which is just pennies away from its lowest-ever price point of $47.95, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. What better time to scoop up this 474-piece set if it's caught your eye?
Best Lego Nintendo Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant (#71426) $41.99 at AmazonMAR10 Day may be behind us, but The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is on the horizon, so it's a great time in general to be a Mario fan. If you're looking for a fun new set to build ahead of the upcoming film, this 540-piece Super Mario Piranha Plant set is a very fun option to have up on display. It's currently down to $41.99 at Amazon, so you can save $18 during the Big Spring Sale.
Best Lego Star Wars Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon A New Hope 25th Anniversary Collectable Model (#75375) $67.99 at AmazonThere are plenty of exciting Lego Star Wars sets to piece together, but this Millennium Falcon build is a must for your collection if you're a fan. This 921-piece set sees you recreating the Millennium Falcon, as seen in A New Hope, and it's currently on sale for $67.99 at Amazon. Similar to the Lego Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree, this set is also just pennies away from its lowest-ever price of $67.95, so this is an excellent time to pick it up and save.
More Amazon Big Spring Sale Lego dealsLego City Road Plates — $16.99 $19.99 (save $3)
Lego Disney Encanto Mirabel’s Photo Frame and Jewelry Box — $24.47 $29.99 (save $5.52)
Lego Creator Fierce Shark — $31.49 $34.99 (save $3.50)
Lego Technic Lamborghini Huracán Tecnica Orange (#42196) — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15)
Lego Creator 3-in-1 Wild Animals: Majestic Rhino — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)
LEGO Super Mario: Mario Kart Piranha Plant Power-Up Pursuit — $44.99 $49.99 (save $5)
Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Baby Peach — $56.99 $79.99 (save $23)
Lego City Airplane — $58.99 $69.99 (save $11)
Lego Star Wars AT-AT Walker — $61.99 $64.99 (save $3)
Lego Botanicals Flower Arrangement (#10345) — $86.20 $109.99 (save $23.79)
Lego Disney Young Simba — $98.99 $129.99 (save $31)
Lego Icons The Lord of The Rings: Balrog Book Nook (#10367) — $108.99 $129.99 (save $21)
Lego Star Wars C-3PO Buildable Droid Figure (#75398) — $117.99 $139.99 (save $22)
Lego Disney 101 Dalmatians Puppy Building Set (#43269) — $124.99 $149.99 (save $25)
Lego Icons Dune Atreides Royal Ornithopter (#10327) — $140.24 $164.99 (save $24.75)
Lego Star Wars The Dark Falcon (#75389) — $152 $179.99 (save $27.99)
Lego Icons Back to The Future Time Machine (#10300) — $170 $199.99 (save $29.99)
Most of the year's major flagship TVs announced in January are typically out by the end of March, cueing retailers to push deals on last year's TVs even harder. March was further established as one of the best months to buy a TV when Amazon started holding a massive annual spring sale. The 2026 Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 through 31, and a ton of Amazon TV deals are proving that the annual price drop cycle is real.
SEE ALSO: What to look for when buying a TV, as told through this easy TV specs guideIt's not just Amazon's in-house Fire TVs that see big discounts during the Big Spring Sale (Amazon Fire TVs are hardly the best TVs you can get for the money right now). I've been tracking new TV releases and comparing TV specs at Mashable for years, and I consistently find that the most worthwhile Amazon TV deals are from solid budget brands like TCL and Hisense, with a few sizes of Samsung's The Frame occasionally thrown in.
Pro tip: Best Buy tends to have way more options for deals on flagship Samsung and LG TVs. For instance, Samsung just released its 2026 Neo QLED TVs on March 24 — Best Buy's stock of on-sale 2025 versions of those TVs, like the QN70F and QN80F, has been much more stable than Amazon's this week. Amazon barely has any recent LG TVs in stock at all, while Best Buy has countless 2024 and 2025 QNED and OLED models on sale.
SEE ALSO: Best Buy’s Tech Fest is over, but these deals are still worth your moneyAt any rate, I'm tracking the best sales on TVs at Amazon throughout the end of the Big Spring Sale on March 31, with the rolling list updated as prices change. Every model featured here is at, or lower than, its previous best price based on data from camelcamelcamel, so these are genuinely competitive offers. I'm keeping a special eye out for fresh discounts across the models I've picked as the best 65-inch TVs you can buy so far this year.
Best Big Spring Sale TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 QLED 4K TV $897.96 at AmazonOne TV that's actually beating its previous record-low sale price is the 2025 75-inch Hisense U7. Currently 31% off, it's $103 cheaper than it was just a month ago during Presidents' Day sales.
The 2026 version of the same TV was just unveiled on March 6, so a new price drop on the predecessor model certainly tracks. The 2026 75-inch U7 will cost $1,999.99 — more than $1,000 steeper than the 2025 model's $897.96 sale price. Those are the kind of steals I was talking about. The 65-inch model is also at a new record-low $697.96 if 75 inches is a bit larger than you'd like.
This mini LED model packs a serious punch for the price. Its brightness in SDR and HDR gets consistently great notes across the internet, with glare handling strong enough for most sunlit rooms. You don't always see a 165 Hz refresh rate in budget to mid-range TVs, so the Hisense U7 is a top contender for an XL gaming TV under $1,000.
Deals on 43-inch TVs and underHisense 32-inch S5 Déco QLED FHD TV — $194.99 $299.99 (save $105)
Insignia 43-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $132.99 $199.99 (save $67)
Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV (newest model) — $199.97 $329.99 (save $130.02)
Samsung 43-inch Q8F QLED 4K TV — $397.99 $547.99 (save $150)
Amazon 50-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV — $239.97 $399.99 (save $160.02)
Amazon 55-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV (newest model) — $279.97 $459.99 (save $180.02)
LG 50-inch QNED82 4K TV — $396.99 $466.99 (save $70)
Hisense 55-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $398.97 $549.99 (save $151.02)
TCL 55-inch T7 QLED 4K TV — $399.99 $599.99 (save $200)
Amazon 50-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV — $419.99 $479.99 (save $60)
Amazon 55-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV — $439.99 $499.99 (save $60)
Hisense 55-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV — $687.99 $999.99 (save $312)
Hisense 55-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $737.96 $898 (save $160.04)
Samsung 55-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,097.99 $1,597.99 (save $400)
Insignia 65-inch F50 4K Fire TV — $269.99 $449.99 (save $180)
TCL 65-inch T7 QLED 4K Fire TV — $499 $699.99 (save $200)
Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $697.96 $1,499.99 (save $802.03)
Hisense 65-Inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV — $887.99 $1,097.99 (save $210)
TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $977.97 $1,499.99 (save $522.02)
Samsung 65-inch QN90F OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)
Hisense 75-inch QD7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $546.97 $799.99 (save $253.02)
Hisense 75-inch U6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $597.96 $899.99 (save $302.03)
TCL 75-inch T7 QLED 4K TV — $629.99 $899.99 (save $270)
TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $797.99 $999.99 (save $202)
Hisense 75-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $1,299.99 $1,698 (save $398.01)
TCL 75-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,497.97 $1,999.99 (save $502.02)
Samsung 75-inch QN90F OLED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $2,99.99 (save $1,300)
Samsung 77-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,997.99 $2,497.99 (save $500)
Hisense 85-inch QD7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $797.97 $1,299.99 (save $502.02)
Hisense 85-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $1,687.96 $2,297.99 (save $610.03)
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is officially here, running March 25 through 31. If you're not looking to drop a ton of cash during this seasonal sale event, we've gathered up some excellent deals under $25 that you can shop right now.
There's the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus, if you're looking to upgrade your streaming setup this year, some sweet Lego sets, including the delightful Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid, and water bottles from Hydro Flask. There's much more to explore, from beauty savings to more tech deals.
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Best deal under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $24.99 at Amazon2026 has started off strong when it comes to what's available to stream, and if you've been looking to upgrade your setup to enjoy it all in 4K, the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is worth a look. At the moment, this streaming stick has returned to its lowest-ever price of $24.99 at Amazon, which is 50% off its list price of $49.99. It's a pretty excellent price to pay for what you're getting.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Plus supports 4K Ultra HD picture quality, which helps bring out the colors and crisp details in the shows and films you watch. It also supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos audio, which provide a little extra boost to picture and sound as well. And with support for Wi-Fi 6, you'll get to enjoy smooth streaming quality. If it sounds like the streaming package you've been searching for, this deal at Amazon is well worth jumping on.
More deals under $25Starface Hydro-Star Pimple Patches — $10.99 $14.99 (save $4)
LifeStraw — $13.18 $19.95 (save $6.77)
Medicube Zero Pore Toner Pads — $14.90 $25 (save $10.10)
Anker MagSafe Charger — $14.99 $29.99 (save $15)
Blink Mini — $14.99 $24.99 (save $10)
National Geographic Butterfly Growing Kit — $14.99 $19.99 (save $5)
TP-Link Tapo 1080P Indoor Security Camera — $15.96 $19.99 (save $4.03)
Contigo West Loop 3.0 Travel Mug — $15.99 $18.19 (save $2.20)
Hydro Flask Travel Tumbler — $17.98 $39.95 (save $21.97)
Fire TV Stick 4K Select — $14.99 $39.99 (save $25)
JLab Go Sport+ — $19.88 $29.88 (save $10)
Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder — $19.95 $23.95 (save $4)
Lego Disney Lucky & Penny 101 Dalmatians (#43271) — $19.99 $24.99 (save $5)
Saltair Serum Deodorant (2-pack) — $20.40 $24 (save $3.60)
Hydro Flask 32 oz Water Bottle — $21.83 $44.95 (save $23.12)
Owala FreeSip Twist (24 ounce) — $22.49 $29.99 (save $7.50)
Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid (#10343) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)
Lego Botanicals Plum Blossom (#10369) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)
Owala FreeSip (24 ounce) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)
INIU Portable Charger, 22.5W 20000mAh — $24.99 $36.99 (save $12)
It's a great week if you like deals. As of March 25, Amazon is hosting the first major sale event of 2026. The Amazon Big Spring Sale spans almost the entire week, ending Tuesday, March 31.
Like all Amazon sales, there is an abundance of deals to sort through, and that's especially true if you're searching for items that fall into the category of under $50. Maybe you're searching for the perfect birthday gift, thinking ahead to Mother's Day (May 10 this year, FYI), or simply don't want to spend a ton; an under-$50 budget allows for plenty of buying power.
We've compiled a list of our favorite deals under $50 to shop during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Check back as we continue to update this article throughout the week.
Best Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at AmazonAmazon sales are notoriously one of the best opportunities to snag Amazon devices. From Kindles to Fire TV sticks, Amazon loves to put its own products on huge discounts. If you could use a new bedroom smart speaker and clock, the Amazon Echo Spot has a sale price of $49.99, down from the standard price of $79.99. With a quick glance, you'll be able to check the time, weather, and more without having to check your phone. Plus, you can set it to play your favorite wakeup playlist each morning.
More Amazon devices on saleAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $34.99 $59.99 (save $25)
Amazon Echo Dot Kids — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20)
Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch (3 pack) — $46.99 $55.99 (save $9)
Star Wars TIE Fighter Stand for Amazon Echo Dot — $49.99 $59.99 (save $10)
Amazon Echo Pop Kids — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)
The Soundcore by Anker Space A40 earbuds usually come with a price of $79.99, but as long as you're cool with navy, black, or white, they can be yours for only $49.99. The Space A40 earbuds are designed to reduce noise by up to 98 percent, and they come with a massive 50 hours of playback time with the included case. Amazon's Big Spring Sale could be the best opportunity to replace earbuds before we head into the summer.
More headphones, earbuds, and audio dealsCMF Buds 2a — $24.65 $39 (save $14.35)
JLab JBuds Mini Earbuds — $27.99 $39.99 (save $12)
Soundcore P30i Earbuds — $27.99 $49.99 (save $22)
JBL Vibe Beam Earbuds — $29.95 $49.95 (save $20)
Anker Soundcore 2 Bluetooth speaker — $29.99 $44.99 (save $15)
EarFun Free 2S — $31.34 $39.99 (save $8.65)
OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20)
Soundcore C50i by Anker Open Ear Earbuds — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)
JLab JBuds Lux ANC — $41.99 $79.99 (save $38)
Sony WF-C510 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)
Sony WH-CH520 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)
EarFun Clip — $48.98 $69.99 (save $20.01)
Logitech G435 Wireless Gaming Headset — $39.99 $79.99 (save $40)
It's about to get hot. Maybe not today or tomorrow, but soon enough, we'll be back in sweltering season. This year, head into the warmth with the Dreo TurboPoly Table Fan. Not only does it look great, it has four speeds, an 8-hour timer, and big oscillation power. Dreo says the fan is powerful enough to blow air up to 60 feet, so it'll be ideal for a bedroom or office. Plus, it's a quiet 28 decibels, so there's no issue with sleeping with the fan on.
More home dealsLevoit 160 Top-Fill Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier — $27.94 $39.99 (save $12.50)
Anker Smart Display Charger — $27.99 $39.99 (save $12)
Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet (12 inches) — $29.49 $34.90 (save $5.41)
Zojirushi 3 Cup Rice Cooker/Steamer — $43.99 $54.99 (save $11)
Conair Handheld Garment Steamer — $49.97 $69.99 (save $20.02)
Black+Decker AdvancedClean Handheld Vacuum — $49.99 $59.99 (save $10)
Renpho Eye Massager — $49.99 $69.99 (save $20)
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter — $13.18 $19.95 (save $6.77)
LifeStraw Go Series Water Filter Bottle (1 liter) — $37.05 $49.95 (save $12.90)
Amazon Smart Plug, Works with Alexa — $19.99 $24.99 (save $5)
WOLFBOX MF50 Compressed Air Duster — $35.99 $59.99 (save $24)
Note: All of the below gaming deals are part of the Woot! video game sale that also runs through March 31 (or until supplies last). Woot! is owned by Amazon, and all the games are brand new.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo 'Mario Kart World' for Nintendo Switch 2 $51.99 at Woot!OK, this one is not technically under $50, but it's so close and such a good deal, we couldn't pass up including it here. One of the more controversial parts of the Switch 2 release was the higher game prices, including on the first title live with the console: Mario Kart World. The good news is that if you've been waiting for the $80 game to drop in price, Spring Sale season has you covered. Thanks to this markdown at Woot!, you can pick it up for $64.99. And as of March 25, you can use the code SAVETWENTY at checkout to knock an additional $13 off the game our reviewer called "chaotic, hilarious fun."
Check out our full review of Mario Kart World.
More gaming dealsGaming gear
MNN Portable Monitor 15.6-inch — $49.99 $89.98 (save $39.99)
AULA Wireless Gaming Keyboard— $27.99 $35.99(save $8)
Logitech G305 Wireless Gaming Mouse — $26.99 $49.99 (save $23)
Power Strip Surge Protector— $26.58 $34.99 (save $8.41)
Nintendo Switch
Little Nightmares III (Deluxe Edition) — $21.99 $59.99 (save $38)
Pokémon Scarlet — $44.99 $59.99 (save $15)
Pokémon Violet — $46.99 $59.99 (save $13)
Super Mario Bros. Wonder — $46.99 $59.99 (save $13)
Super Mario Party Jamboree — $46.99 $59.99 (save $13)
PlayStation
Elden Ring — $18.99 $49.99 (save $31)
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii — $19.99 $59.99 (save $40)
Silent Hill f (Amazon Exclusive Day One Edition) — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)
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