Sales on rarely-discounted gear, from headphones to laptops

PLUS: Stay warm and safe in emergencies with these essentials. View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions 02.20.21 Good news, gadgeteers: Spring is only a month away! Soon, we'll be able to cautiously poke our heads out of hibernation. We may still be socially distancing while awaiting our vaccine, but some fresh air and sunshine should help alleviate the winter-related cabin fever. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more. 🤖 It's a tech-tastic weekend for deals. We found discounts on some products that don't go on sale too often, including headphones, laptops, keyboards, and other electronics. 📣 The newest, best Echo Dot is $50 off—and it comes with two free smart bulbs. We've seen this speaker drop to $10 cheaper before, but this is still a great deal if you're in the market. Here's our guide on how to set it up (and how to protect your privacy). Find more deals on Amazon devices here. 💡 Speaking of smart bulbs, one of our new favorites is only $20. The affordable Nanoleaf Essentials Bulb is undeniably cute, though its lack of scheduling features prevented it from earning the top spot. Check out our guide for more smarts on the cheap. 🏂 The REI Winter Clearance sale is still going strong. We shared some highlights last week, though since stock has fluctuated, a few of those discounts are no longer available. It's still worth browsing the sale though. One standout: a WIRED favorite face mask is 25 percent off. 🥾 We love these warm winter boots, and they're more than 50 percent off. They're waterproof and durable, and they'll keep your toes toasty even if you're trekking through the snow. You can read more about them here. 📸 Newsletter exclusive: Upgrade your Zoom meetings with this Aukey Webcam for only $28 (50 percent off). Make sure to clip the on-page coupon to get this price. We included this in our Working From Home guide because it's decent, affordable, and not too hard to find in stock (unlike competing models). Scoring it for less than $30 is a steal. 🤝 Free advice: Here's how to stock up your home in case of an emergency. We have recommendations for everything from water purifiers to lanterns, but as WIRED senior writer Adrienne So sagely wrote back in 2019, "the best emergency gear is other people."   The 18 Best Weekend Deals on Masks, Headphones, and MacBooks If you're looking to stay warm or just need a bit of self-care, check out these discounts. L.L.Bean's Extra-Warm Bean Boots Are $140 Off Right Now The limited-edition, Gore-Tex lined, insulated version of the classic duck boot is $129 at the moment. Keep This Gear at Home In Case of Emergencies From flashlights to water purifiers, these items can be of immense help in case of a natural disaster or power outage. The Best Smart Bulbs to Light Up Your Home They're the easiest way to start building a smarter home. From Nooie and Ikea bulbs to Phillips Hue and ambient lighting kits, here are our favorites. Our 14 Favorite Headphones and Earbuds for $100 or Less You can probably fill a football stadium with all the cheap headphones out there. We're here to help you pick the right pair. Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro Are the Best Premium Earbuds Samsung's AirPods Pro competitors have better battery life, better sound, and a more comfortable fit than Apple's buds. The Love Triangle Is a Sex Toy With a Pleasurable Price This adorable little device is actually a powerful two-in-one suction toy and vibrator. New From Lego: AR Llamas That Dance to Katy Perry The company's latest learning platform incorporates coding elements, augmented reality, and a selection of kid-friendly pop tunes. Lenovo's X1 Carbon Shows Why Linux Is Great on ThinkPads It's not flawless, but the excellent hardware and software support make this a great laptop for Linux users. GET WIRED Exclusive Offer! Ending Soon: Get 1 year of WIRED access for $10 $5. Tech news and analysis you won't find anywhere else. Subscribe now.         When you buy something using the retail links in this email, we earn a small affiliate commission. Read more about how this works.   This e-mail was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions