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The Absolute Best Back-to-School Deals to Shop Right Now: From Macbook Pros to JBL Speakers
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We’re officially nearing the end of summer, which means you’re likely in the market for the best back-to-school deals — whether you’re heading to the dorms or readying yourself for early morning classroom drop-offs for the kids.
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Luckily, there are hundreds of deals on everything from tech to bedding to furniture that will make your back-to-school shopping that much easier this year. One of the best deals we found this year is on Apple’s bestselling 9th Gen Apple iPad (currently 40% off) and on these $25 JLab Wireless Earbuds.
Of course, one of the best perks of becoming a new student is Amazon Prime’s student discount. If you haven’t already, sign up for a Prime membership which comes with dozens of student-exclusive perks you won’t want to miss out on.
Shop the best back to school deals below:
TARGET DEAL
JLab GO Air Pop True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
$24.99
These JLab GO earbuds are on sale right now for just $24.99 at Target.com. Available in six different colors (all with an included charging case), the wireless earbuds boast a ton of big features for their small price point, such as an impressive 32-hour battery life, custom EQ3 settings and built-in microphone.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Camera
$69.99 $79.99 13% off
Whether your recent grad is off to college or a gap-year jaunt to Europe, they’ll need something to help them capture all the memories. Gift them an updated version of a vintage polaroid camera so they can snap and shoot all their adventures — and pin their best photos as decor in their new digs.
Ninja Single-Serve Coffee Maker
$79.99 $99.99 20% off
A compact, affordable and durable coffee machine is a must for any coffee-drinking college student. This one from Ninja boasts all the best features from competitors like Nespresso and Brevile for a portion of the cost. Plus, it’s currently less than $80 for a limited time.
Moment Laptop + Tech Backpack
$79.00 $99.00 20% off
A stylish backpack, that’s big enough to fit a laptop and notebook, is an essential for the beginning of any new school year. This one from Moment is specifically designed for tech, with a dedicated pocket that fits up to a 16” laptop, and simple organization for chargers, mice, headphones, notebooks, keys, and even sunglasses.
Shark 2-in-1 Cordless & Handheld Vacuum
$99.99 $149.99 33% off
Any one of Shark’s cult-favorite vacuum being less than $100 is an unbeatable deal. This two-in-one vacuum features two cyclonic air streams for incredible suction and long-lasting filter and motor life.
Apple iPad (9th Generation)
$199.00 $329.00 40% off
This iPad deal gets you a 10.2-inch tablet with 64GB of storage, a 12MP camera, WiFi connectivity and a gorgeous retina display, all for just $149 on Amazon.com. Released in 2021, the 9th-generation iPad still holds up to the latest models, with many of the same features and technology. The sharp and vivid display makes it easy to stream your favorite movies or to use the tablet for drawing and sketching. Apple’s “True Tone” technology automatically adjusts the display to the brightness levels in the room, to make it easy to see your screen, no matter the lighting or time of day.
Cordless Handheld Vacuum
$49.99 $59.99 17% off
It can be hard to find time to deep clean when dealing with classes and assignments which is why a efficient tool like Black+Decker’s cordless vacuum is a must have. The handheld device removes hair, dirt, and debris from carpets, car interiors, furniture, and high-traffic areas. An ergonomic design with an on-board extension means you won’t need to bend over as often and a slim nozzle rotates 180° to fit into tight spaces at different angles.
Small Folding Desk
$69.99 $87.99 20% off
The perfect solution for creating an ad-hoc office/study space in a tight room. Pair it with this bestselling ergonomic chair, also currently on sale, for a comfy and affordable set-up.
JBL Flip 6 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
$99.99 $129.99 23% off
The Flip 6 is the safest bet if you’re looking for a tried-and-true budget portable speaker, small enough to carry in a tote but with enough horsepower to carry audio through a sizable room — and now for less than $100. It improves upon the Flip 5 with a completely waterproof exterior and IPX7 rating. Check out more JBL speaker deals here.
Prime Video Channels
$.99/Mo $4.99/Mo 80% off
One of the most exciting perks of becoming a new student is the plethora of student deals and promos you can begin taking advantage of. Amazon Prime has one of the best student discounts on the market, offering access to their wide-ranging Prime Video channels for only $.99/month for the first year (down from $4.99/month). Amazon Prime student discounts also include: $0 food delivery fees with free Grubhub+, up to 10% off student flights and hotels, one month of free AI-powered study help and 3 months of free meditation through the Calm app.
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