The holidays are underway, and Christmas is inching closer and closer. If you've still got shopping to do, Free Shipping Day is the perfect time to get a lot done. But there's not a lot that's actually on sale, at least not a lot of gift-worthy stuff. However, if you're looking to pick up a tech gadget or smart device for a loved one, there are a few great options to be found on Amazon.
The best part is that there's something for every budget so you can make your loved ones feel special as heck without digging yourself into the dreaded holiday debt. People obsessed with "smart" tech especially are sure to love getting something new to add to their smart homes.
Thinking of gifting this to someone? It might be great to pair it with a year of Kindle Unlimited for $83.92, 30% off the regular $120 annual cost. Kindle Unlimited gives readers access to over a million books whenever they want, and it includes unlimited listening with Audible. This also makes a great gift for a loved one who already has a Kindle.
Sonos is one of the most popular names in the home audio game, but these high-end speakers rarely go on sale. Right now, however, the PLAY:1 and PLAY:3 wireless speakers are both $50 off. Both can be connected to WiFi for wireless streaming from your computer or your phone. And if you have an Amazon Echo with an AUX input, you can connect the Songs speakers to it and ask Alexa to play music from your favorite streaming services. The music will bypass the Echo speakers (which are decent, but nowhere near as good as Sonos) and fill your room with rich sound.
If you want to give someone a smart home tech you know they'll love, an Amazon Echo smart speaker is a great gift for anyone on your list. With one of these futuristic and fun devices, your loved ones can ask Alexa to check the weather, play games, share news updates, track Amazon packages, make voice calls to other Alexa owners, set times and alarms, and enable a slew of fun and useful skills. Alexa can even order a pizza or an Uber!
Amazon also makes a Kids' Edition of the Fire HD 8, which includes a protective case in one of three fun colors along with a two-year worry-free warranty, and it's on sale right now too. With this 32GB tablet, you'll get a year of FreeTime Unlimited, which gives kids access to thousands of apps, educational games, and shows from the likes of PBS, Nickelodeon, Disney, and other popular kids networks.
With hundreds of games available, the PlayStation 4 slim model is one of the newer versions of the game console and is perfect for those who have been playing PlayStation games and systems for their entire life, or for those looking to get started.
This version is certified refurbished, but will show limited to no wear and for the price and what it does is a great value. It has a 4K retina display, an Intel Core i5-5675R Quad-Core 3.1GHz processor, 1TB of memory and comes with macOS 10.11 El Capitan. There is also Bluetooth, a built in camera, dual microphones and many other features, making it a great gift at its value or a great buy for your home.
Rokus are our top choice for streaming devices and while this particular version isn't their premier product, the Roku Premiere+ is a great device for a cheap price. It's currently discounted by 28% and is perfect for HD and 4K TVs, displaying great quality while you access more than 350,000 TV shows, movies, and more.
It also comes with a remote with great range and a headphone jack for quiet listening. Plus, it works on both WiFi and ethernet connection with plenty of speed. It's perfect for cord-cutters, or those just simply looking to add a little more to their viewing experience.
Being able to open your phone and make sure all is right at home while you're traveling or just at work can be very reassuring, especially if you have pets at home or people coming in and out (kids, cleaners, Amazon Keyholders, etc.). Right now, one of our favorite indoor security cameras, the Nest Cam, is on sale for 19% off the regular price of $200. Nest even works with Amazon Alexa, allowing you to check the feed on your Echo Show or take snapshots with a voice command.
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