Walmart WIRED Approved Equipment 13 Deals

Guess who hasn’t started holiday shopping yet? yours truly. But I know that, statistically speaking, I am definitely not alone. Luckily, I found some gear on sale at Walmart that the Wired team has hand-tested and would recommend to friends. Today these friends are you and me. May the odds always be in our favor.

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This discount is close to what we saw during Black Friday. Samsung S90D (9/10, recommended by Wired) is one of the our favorite tv Of the dozens we've tested. Colors are vibrant but not too vibrant, and contrast and black levels are perfect. It also comes with a range of ports for gaming and supports Samsung Game Center.

Here's another great deal carried over from the Black Friday sales. Sony Bravia (9/10, recommended by Wired) yes Our favorite QLED TVs. Mini LED gives it an ultra-bright backlight, and it also features dimming technology to ensure contrast and black levels remain optimal. We wish it had more ports, but overall you get stunning image quality in just about any environment, and the price is justifiably higher.

This MacBook Air (9/10, recommended by Wired) is the cheapest MacBook you can buy, and the discounts make it even more accessible. It's a bit older now, but it's still a great laptop for everyday tasks like getting work done, browsing the web, or binge-watching videos and articles on YouTube. If you just need a computer that can do the job without spending a lot of money, this is a great option.

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looking for a Beautiful Chromebook? That’s the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (7/10, recommended by Wired). Chromebooks often look bulky or outdated, but the CX34 is sleek and slim, and its all-white design belies its affordable price tag. It can handle multiple tabs and open apps, and the webcam looks great. We wish the keyboard was backlit, but this is still an excellent, affordable option that might make a great gift for the primary home worker.

Everyone should own a soundbar. Bose smart soundbar (8/10, recommended by Wired) is beautiful and compact, and despite its small footprint, it delivers great, spacious sound that immerses you in what you're watching. Since it doesn't have a subwoofer, you won't hear room-shaking bass, but it still sounds much better than your TV's tiny built-in speakers. Find out more about this and get other advice on our website Soundbar Buying Guide.

New Beats Pill (8/10, recommended by Wired) has the bass unique to Beats audio equipment. It packs all the sound into a small, portable capsule with 24 hours of battery life and one-click pairing with Apple and Android devices. It's dustproof and waterproof, and can even charge your phone via the USB-C output. If you are looking for a portable party then this bluetooth speaker Definitely worth a try, especially at this price.

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Fitbit Charge 6 Yes Our favorite fitness trackersif you or a loved one is about to make some health-related New Year’s resolutions, this is a great deal. This tracker can help keep tabs on several key categories like your steps, heart rate, skin temperature, and sleep. Some features require a $10/month Fitbit Premium subscription to use, but we still think this offers a great set of features at a very reasonable price. Find more recommendations in our Fitbit Buying Guide.

We've seen better discounts, but if you're in the market you can save quite a bit of money The best gaming headsets. Sound quality and fit are great. It has very low latency – which is important when you're trying to figure out where you're going to land fort night Maps and clear audio quality when you're trying to tell your teammates to heal you. And it's all done wirelessly. Read more about it in our article Gaming Headset Buying Guide.

This deal is $10 more than the Black Friday discount. hard to find before cheap headphones Prices are padded with inventory, but that's exactly what you get here. Resident audio expert Parker Hall keeps a pair in his gym bag as a backup in case he forgets his usual can. He said they sounded really good and the price tag was the icing on the cake. Some different, fun colors are on sale. If your kids keep losing their headphones, or you just want a reliable backup pair, you can't go wrong with this deal.

Home & Beauty Deals

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This discount is a staggering $130 higher than what we saw on Black Friday. Dyson V12 Test (8/10, recommended by Wired) yes Our favorite cordless Dyson vacuums For small spaces. It has a small tank, which makes it best suited for tasks like cleaning the kitchen or living room, rather than the entire house (unless you're in a studio or a one-bedroom, in which case it's probably capable of handling an entire house). It's compact and easy to store, and has a few different accessories as well as a neat bright green laser to help you spot any missed dust bunnies.

If you want a vacuum cleaner with more performance than the V12, you can check out the Dyson 15 Detect, which is The best Dyson vacuum cleaner Comprehensive. It's lightweight and easy to operate, and it also features an eye-catching neon green laser that shines a spotlight on missed dirt and dust. The vacuum intelligently adjusts suction levels as you clean and can run for an hour before needing to be recharged. It's expensive, but of high quality, and may be the best choice for people with allergies.

The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask is a godsend for my chapped lips from the harsh Midwestern winters. The balm-like texture starts out sticky, but quickly melts and sinks into those painful grooves and crevices, leaving skin soft and soothed. I have had my jars for years because a little goes a long way. It also makes a great cuticle cream in a pinch. We haven't seen it on sale for a lower price yet.

This gadget is Our favorite blow dry brushes. It is an improved version of the original, faster and smaller than the older model. It's easy to use and quickly styles your hair, leaving volume and movement so your blowout looks as fresh as it came straight from the salon. The brush is also removable if you don't need all the airflow but still want to tame your hair.