Coupled with the optional Apple Pencil, the iPad mini becomes a powerhouse of an art studio. (Amazon)(Amazon)
The iPad Mini hits the sweet spot for me. It's about the size of my Kindle, but way better for reading magazines. It crushes my iPhone for FaceTime and watching videos and, unlike my full-size iPad, this one fits much more easily in my bag when I am flying. And right now it's down to its lowest price ever, just $399. If you've been holding out, now's the time to cave in and buy one, before the price changes yet again.
Never lose your luggage, purse, car, keys — anything, really — again. Just attach one of these smart tags to the item you want to track, and you'll be alerted to its whereabouts via your phone. The deal on this four-pack brings each tag down to about $16 (they typically retail for $25 to $30 a pop). Grab a few for your, er, forgetful family members...
Tired of dealing with a menagerie of remotes every time you want to watch TV? Stop the insanity with this easy and intuitive top-seller (which happens to be the newest model) that can replace 'em all. You'll be able to effortlessly switch between the news, sports, live TV and your favorite streaming platforms for easy access to millions of shows and movies.
Apple products are so sought after that they don't really need to go on sale, and when they do, it's often because they're older models. That said, this is the most recent version of this iPad, which makes this markdown extra noteworthy.
McGraw says, "It's an ultra-light, thin tablet that's powerful enough to replace your laptop for most tasks but slips into your bag without a second thought. With a large 11-inch Liquid Retina display, you're swiping and scrolling in vibrant color and sharpness that makes any screen that came before feel like an old tube TV.
"If you've got a habit of toggling between a dozen apps, streaming videos and replying to messages at once, you're in for a treat. This iPad is ready to keep up with whatever you throw its way. And if you're into gaming, the graphics capabilities mean you can play even demanding games without dropping a frame."
Top-rated Sony wireless headphones for just $38? We're listening! At nearly 40% off, this is one of the best prices we've seen this year.
You, your kids and your grandkids will have a blast playing with this highly rated drone, which easily connects to your phone for taking photos and videos from above. Use it in the yard or even bring it on your next trip for a bird's-eye view of your vacation. And yeah: It can do 360-degree flips!
Full disclosure: We've yet to see it top $90, so the original list price is likely overstated. That said, getting it for $50 is still fab.
"These Sony headphones aren't just any old pair of cans," says McGraw. "With top-tier noise-cancelling tech, they let you block out the world and dive into your music, podcasts or calls with clarity.
"They boast a solid 30 hours of battery life as well as quick charging (a 10-minute charge will get you five hours of playback), so you won’t be hunting for an outlet mid-listen. And with touch-sensor controls, adjusting volume or skipping tracks is as easy as a tap."
FYI, they rarely dip lower than this — I've only seen them for $5 less, once!
With a 3:2 screen ratio, this feels much more like a book in your hand than your iPhone.
Want to draw, color, take notes, mark up documents on your iPad mini? This is the companion you'll need — and it charges magnetically by sticking to the side of your tablet. That's one less cord to worry about!
"I constantly use this Apple Pencil Pro with my new iPad," said a fan. "I really like the way it charges when stored on the edge of the iPad. It is always charged when I want to use it. It really keeps the screen cleaner from fingerprints. I had a generic one before that had to be plugged in to charge and I rarely used it and it wouldn't last long when I needed it. This one is great!"
Priced at $100 off (that's this tablet's lowest price ever!) this might be the iPad you've been waiting for. As a newer addition to Apple's lineup, it typically goes for full price, and we don't expect the discount to stick around for much longer.
Think this is just a slightly larger version of your phone? Think again. With a 3:2 aspect ratio compared with the iPhone's 2:1, the iPad mini is much wider and, if you use your tablet to read, it can fit more text and feels more like a book or magazine in your hand. Speaking of fitting in your hand, it's less cumbersome than a full-size iPad, making it great for travel or slipping into a backpack for your commute.
As far as features go, this little tablet is packed. It's powered by the A17 Bionic chip, so you should experience zero lag (which I definitely cannot say for my Kindle). It also has a 12-megapixel camera on both the front and back, plus, with its smaller size, you won't look ridiculous holding it up to snap a photo. The optional (but highly recommended) Apple Pencil Pro can turn this tablet into an art studio, whether your medium is photography or digital art.
This is also the first iPad mini with Apple Intelligence. What is Apple Intelligence, you ask? It's Apple's way of making your device even more helpful and personalized. It learns from your habits and preferences to suggest things like reminders for meetings, photos from specific events or predictive text while you type, making things run smoother and faster.
Since this is the newest iPad Mini, it has only a handful of ratings on Amazon so far, but most of them, 86% in fact, are five-star raves.
"I love the iPad mini, especially for use when I travel, and when I need to take it to family gatherings. It's a lot easier to manage than my larger iPad," said this on-the-go fan. "I was concerned at first about the smaller screen, but since you can enlarge the type in the accessibility function on the iPad mini, I have had no problems using it. For portability, you can’t [beat] the smaller iPad."
"Having used various larger iPads, I find this model strikes an ideal balance between being more expansive than a phone, yet more compact than a laptop," wrote a second reviewer. "Its size is perfect for on-the-go productivity and entertainment."
"I had the previous iPad mini and sold it to upgrade to this one," noted a repeat buyer. "It is the exact same excellent build quality and gorgeous display, but with twice the storage of my last one (128GB) and a much better processor. ... Apple Intelligence might sound like a gimmick, but I have been using the beta of iPadOS 18.2 and I am blown away by the image playground app. I am an author, and it has enabled me the power to visualize my characters just by describing them in the playground app. That alone is worth the price of admission for me to Apple Intelligence."
"It truly brings the Apple experience in a smaller package," said this fan. But they also offered this note of caution: "If you're upgrading from the mini 6, be aware: The improvements are minor, mostly focused on chip performance, and require a new Apple Pencil Pro."
Echoed this shopper: "If you upgrade, know that the Apple Pencil 2 that you bought to use with your 6 will not work with the 7. You will have to buy a new Apple Pencil Pro."
Speaking of the Apple Pencil Pro, it's on sale too:
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
