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diff --git a/wired/weekend-deals-061320.txt b/wired/weekend-deals-061320.txt new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ef23000 --- /dev/null +++ b/wired/weekend-deals-061320.txt @@ -0,0 +1,67 @@ +Father's Day is nearly here, and graduations, awkward though they may be this year, are still happening. Our [Father's Day gift guide](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-fathers-day-gift-ideas-2020/) has you covered if you still need to get something for Dad. For good deals for graduates (and dads), read on. We've combed though the weekend's deals to bring you our top picks for laptops, cameras, home goods, video games and more. + +> *If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. [Learn more](https://www.wired.com/2015/11/affiliate-link-policy/). Please also consider [subscribing to WIRED](https://subscribe.wired.com/subscribe/splits/wired/WIR_SELF?source=HCL_WIR_EDIT_HARDCODED_0_COMMERCE_AFFILIATE_ZZ).* + +###Laptop, Phone, and Accessories Deals + + +[#image: /photos/5daf5e5be2318c0008fe1ce7]|||||| + + +- **[Microsoft Surface Pro 7 with Black Type Cover for $799 ($200 off)](https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/oYmPo){: rel=nofollow}:** This is a good deal on Microsoft's best hybrid tablet/laptop. It offers the i5 chip, 8-gigabytes of RAM, a 128-gigabyte SSD, and includes the Type Cover. + +- **[Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15-inch Laptop for $500 ($90 off)](https://fave.co/2Atwoaz){: rel=nofollow}:** This is solid laptop, just be aware that the 8-gigabytes of RAM is soldered and not expandable, despite what the product page says. Still, in this range, 8-gigabytes of RAM is pretty standard. You also get a 6-core AMD chip and a 256-gigabyte SSD, which is very good for this price. + +- **[Google Pixel 3A for $340 ($59 off)](https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-Memory-Phone-Unlocked/dp/B07R7DY911/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}:** This isn't the best deal we've seen on Google's affordable phone—last month it was as [low as $280](https://www.wired.com/story/google-pixel-3a-deals-may-2020/). But at $59 off, it's still a great value. As you can read in our review (9/10, [WIRED Recommends](https://www.wired.com/review/google-pixel-3a-and-pixel-3a-xl/)), the 3A has one of the best cameras on a phone of its price, it's plenty powerful, and its battery lasts a whole day. + +- **[Western Digital Easystore 5TB Portable Hard Drive for $100 ($80 off)](https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/Q7Zza){: rel=nofollow}:** When was the last time you backed up your data? Grab this 5-terabyte portable drive and start making backups as soon as it arrives. + +- **[Western Digital Blue 1TB Internal SATA SSD for $100 ($90 off)](https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/rYkej){: rel=nofollow}:** If your laptop hard drive is running out of space, this 1-terabyte drive might give you a little more room. + +###Fitness , Home, and Scooters + + + +- **[Apple Watch Series 5 GPS for $300 ($100 off)](https://www.target.com/p/apple-watch-series-5-gps--40mm-silver-aluminum-case-with-white-sport-band/-/A-77640128){: rel=nofollow}:** The best smartwatch on the market ([8/10 WIRED Recommends](https://www.wired.com/review/apple-watch-series-5/)), the Apple Watch Series 5 has only one major drawback: it only works with iPhones. But, if you're all in on the Apple ecosystem, this is agood deal. Amazon also [has it for $300](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XR5TRSZ/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}. + +- **[Fitbit Charge 3 for $98 ($52 off)](https://www.amazon.com/Fitbit-Fitness-Activity-Graphite-Included/dp/B07FTN21JL){: rel=nofollow}:** We liked the [Charge 3](https://www.wired.com/review/fitbit-charge-3/), and at this price it's even more appealing. + +- **[Roborock S5 Robot Vacuum and Mop for $400 ($200 off)](https://www.amazon.com/Roborock-Robotic-Connectivity-Navigating-Capacity/dp/B0792BWMV4/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}:** We have yet to try this particular model from Roborock, but we [like the S6](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-robot-vacuums/) for being super quiet. + +- **[Apple HomePod - Space Gray for $200 ($100 off)](https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/kYDb0){: rel=nofollow}:** If you have an Apple Music subscription, the HomePod ([6/10 WIRED Review](https://www.wired.com/review/review-apple-homepod/)) sounds amazing and it looks great too. It is very much tied to Apple's ecosystem though, which can be limiting. + +- **[Google Home Mini for $29 ($20 off)](https://fave.co/2YtWhPt){: rel=nofollow}:** If the coral color works with your home, this deal is a good way to test out the smart home waters without spending too much. + +- **[Segway Ninebot Foldable Scooter](https://www.wellbots.com/products/ninebot-by-segway-es2-foldable-segway-scooter){: rel=nofollow}:** We haven't had a chance to fully review the Ninebot yet, but Senior Writer Adrienne So took one for a spin at CES earlier this year and enjoyed it. + +###Gaming Deals + + + +E3, the annual video game conference, happened virtually this year (catch the presentations [here](https://e3expo.com/)), but were still tons of new games and deals happening. So many in fact that we did a whole post on [the best E3 game deals](https://www.wired.com/story/best-e3-game-deals-2020/). Here's a few highlights, plus some extra game deals we found this weekend. + +- **[Xbox Game Pass Ultimate First Month for $1 ($14 off)](https://fave.co/37uqget){: rel=nofollow}:** Ultimate includes an Xbox Live Gold account, around 100 rotating Xbox One games to play anytime, and access to play on PC. You can also save on a [3-Month Membership](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TGNFVWV?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}. + +- **[*Halo 5: Guardians* (XBox) for $10 ($5 off)](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DB9JV5W?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}** Should you still be playing Halo? Yes, [yes you should](https://www.wired.com/story/why-you-should-still-be-playing-halo-in-2019/). + +- **[*Super Mario Party* (Switch) for $42 ($18 off)](https://www.amazon.com/Super-Mario-Party-Nintendo-Digital/dp/B07DM7HZ9M?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}:** Possibly the most enduring video game character ever, you can never have too many Mario games. + +- **[*Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle* (Switch) for $15 ($45 off)](https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/mario-rabbids-kingdom-battle-switch/){: rel=nofollow}:** See what I mean? There's always another Mario game. + +- **[*Rage 2* (Playstation 4) for $10 ($50 off)](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D3MFTHL/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}:** Our game reviewer, Julie Muncy, [has some issues with *Rage 2*](https://www.wired.com/story/rage-2-review/)—it starts slowly and predictably—but in the end says it "will find a passionate audience who are able to find their own joy in its spaces." If that's you heres a chance to pick it up on the cheap. + +- **[*Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales Standard* (Switch) for $10 ($10 off)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0859LHZCH/?tag=w050b-20){: rel=nofollow}:** We haven't had a chance to play this one yet, but we hear good things. + + + +*** +### More Great WIRED Stories +* *The Last of Us Part II* and its [crisis-strewn path to release](https://www.wired.com/story/last-of-us-part-ii-sequel-release-pandemic/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* AI, AR, and the (somewhat) speculative future [of a tech-fueled FBI](https://www.wired.com/story/ai-ar-somewhat-speculative-future-tech-fueled-fbi/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* How to make your virtual jam session [sound—and look—good](https://www.wired.com/story/zoom-music-video-coronavirus-tips/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* “Nonlethal” anti-protest weapons [can cause serious harm](https://www.wired.com/story/tear-gas-rubber-bullets-nonlethal-harm-protests/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* Women have [always worked from home](https://www.wired.com/story/domestic-work-metoo-moment/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* 👁 [What *is* intelligence, anyway](https://www.wired.com/story/its-called-artificial-intelligence-but-what-is-intelligence/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc)? Plus: [Get the latest AI news](https://www.wired.com/category/business/artificial-intelligence/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories_Sections_2&itm_content=footer-recirc) +* ✨ Optimize your home life with our Gear team’s best picks, from [robot vacuums](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-robot-vacuums/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories&itm_content=footer-recirc) to [affordable mattresses](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-mattresses/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories&itm_content=footer-recirc) to [smart speakers](https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-google-speakers-buying-guide/?itm_campaign=BottomRelatedStories&itm_content=footer-recirc) + + |