Tech the halls: These juicy Apple deals will arrive in time for Christmas

If you want to save a little on an Apple wearable, the Series 10 is still worth the investment. It boasts an always-on Retina display and comes with useful features like ECG apps, a fitness tracker and more. And while the Series 11 has just been released, it sports the same processor, same design and nearly all of the same features. In other words, you're getting the bulk of the 2025 Apple Watch here, but at the 2024 discount.

"I upgraded from a Series 5," said this watch wearer. "The battery life is phenomenal, I can literally go two days without charging. When I do have to charge it, it's full in about 30 minutes. The price is on par for the quality. The health sensors are nice. I know I have sleep apnea and never got around to taking care of it. The watch notified me after about a month of use and provides data to bring in to the doctor's office."

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...

Whether you'd like to drown out the sound of your neighbor's bagpipe lessons or the roar of the garbage truck as it comes down your block, these noise-cancelling earbuds have you covered. Boasting up to 24 hours of listening time, they offer a top-tier listening experience and even offer an IPX4 waterproof rating, in case your workouts get extra sweaty. 

More than 10,000 Amazon shoppers snapped up these earbuds in the past month, so calling them a customer favorite is an understatement (they're sitting comfortably in my ears as I write this). They come with more features than you might expect given the tiny package: active noise cancellation, transparency mode, USB-C charging and a snug, customizable fit.

"The noise cancellation amazed me," said this shopper. "I have a window A/C unit to cool my office, and when I put these in, I thought it turned off. It took me two or three times of taking them in and out of my ear to realize the headphones were eliminating the sound."

Not everyone loves silicone ear tips — if you're in that club, these are a feature-filled alternative to Apple's lower-end AirPods, but with their traditional fit.

Need a new Apple Watch? The SE is $50 off. It offers 18 hours of battery life, and you can use it to count steps, track workouts, send texts, detect falls and more. It will alert you if your heart rate is low, high or irregular and send you a notification when your cardio is low for the day (time to get moving!).

"Its sleek, lightweight design makes it easy to wear all day," said one shopper. "The interface is intuitive, and navigating apps and features is a breeze. Since I’ve had it, I honestly can't imagine going without it. It keeps me connected, tracks my fitness, and helps me stay organized easily."

Rare sale alert: This is the best price we've seen for this model in months. As the unofficial Goldilocks of tech (less bulky than a laptop but larger than a smartphone), this tablet keeps you connected on the go or at home, and you can use it for everything from reading books to taking notes to watching videos. 

Our tech editor named this the "best tablet for 2025" owing to its "under-the-hood improvements, including a faster processor, more RAM (4GB instead of 3GB), Bluetooth 5.0 (up from 4.2) and a USB-C charging port."

This pencil is the perfect companion for the iPad above, turning it into a note-taking machine or, even better, a portable art studio.

If you have 70 extra bucks to spend on these over the Solo 4, do it. Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency Mode let you control how much of the world you hear, whether you're on a plane or at the gym. Plus, with up to 24 hours of battery life, they're built to keep up with your day. 

This Bluetooth, waterproof speaker is currently sitting at its lowest price ever so you can pump out up to 24 hours of tunes without putting a huge dent in your wallet.