GoKawiilCNET's deals team and I are constantly on the hunt to bring you the best discounts from your favorite retailers, like Amazon and Walmart. With the Prime Day sale just hours away, we're seeing deals really start to amp up. But it's not always easy to tell if an offer gives you real savings or if it's just retailer fluff, especially during a sale event. We rounded up the standout discounts our CNET shopping experts actually recommend this week, including savings on tech, home essentials and everyday favorites.
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Best deals of the week: outdoor party edition
If you're gearing up for a weekend get together and it's going to be outside, there are some fantastic deals this weekend that will more than make a difference.
Roshopi Rechargeable Fan $25 (Save $5) I love these small, battery-powered fans. You can put them basically anywhere, and the battery will provide a breeze for hours. This one is $25 today, which is one of the better prices you will see for this type of fan. $25 at Amazon
iBaycon Solar Lanterns (2 Pack) $22 (Save $3) Hang up these solar lanterns in the backyard and never fuss with them again. They soak up the sun, and give you a nice, gentle flickering light in the evening. Grab these while they're cheaper, you will be happy you did. $22 at Amazon
Best deals of the week
Sothing/CNET Belkin Portable Charger Power Bank: $40 Save $10 The portable charger packs 10,000mAh battery and has built-in USB-C and Lightning cables. It can power two devices at the same time with up to 23W output. Belkin says it can provide up to 31 additional hours of battery life for an iPhone, making it a useful backup for travel days or long commute. It also supports pass-through charging, so you can recharge the battery pack and a connected device simultaneously. $40 at Amazon
Apple/CNET Chefman Everything Maker and pizza oven: $50 Save $10 This Chefman Everything Maker and pizza oven heats up in as little as three minutes and reaches up to 428 degrees Fahrenheit, which gives pizza crusts and tortillas a crisp finish. The 12-inch nonstick plates can also handle pancakes, omelets, sandwiches and more. The upright storage design helps it take up less counter space between uses. $50 at Amazon
Nothing/CNET Nothing Ear A wireless earbuds: $53 Save $26 These earbuds have powerful 11mm drivers that deliver deeper bass and clearer sound. Adaptive 45 decibel active noise cancellation automatically adjusts to your surroundings for a more immersive listening experience. You also get over 40 hours of total battery life, fast charging, dual-device connectivity and low-latency gaming support, plus exclusive ChatGPT integration for Nothing phone users. $53 at Amazon
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