Deep cuts hit smart home gear as gamers prepare for holiday launch

The LG 55-inch OLED evo AI C6 4K Smart TV is now priced at $999.99 on Amazon, marking a reduction of $1,000 from its initial launch cost earlier this year. This specific price point represents the lowest recorded value for the model. The timing of this deal aligns with the anticipated release of major video titles, such as Grand Theft Auto VI and the remake of Zelda Ocarina of Time. Larger 65-inch and 77-inch versions are also seeing price drops, often accompanied by perks like free controllers or prepaid cards from specific retailers.

Smart home security devices are experiencing some of the steepest percentage reductions this week. The new Ring 2K smart doorbells are available for $44.99, a drop of up to 55% from their regular list price. Both wired and battery-powered options are included in this offer, which is only five dollars higher than the lowest price ever recorded for these units. Additionally, the Ring Peephole Cam 2K has been discounted to $60, down from its standard $100 price tag.

Foldable technology is also seeing significant price adjustments for those looking to upgrade their mobile devices. The Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold is currently at its best pricing to date, with the 256GB Obsidian model available in excellent open-box condition for $1,480.99. This price is nearly $420 below the standard list cost. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup is also heavily discounted at Best Buy, where open-box units in excellent condition offer savings of over $400 on the Graphite model and up to $580 on the 512GB version.

Google’s wearable lineup offers further savings for shoppers. The Pixel Watch 5 is available for $100 off in the Olive model with a Satin Pyrite case at Amazon. Best Buy lists the Polished Silver version in excellent open-box condition for $150 off. The 41mm LTE variant is discounted as well, with the Satin Pyrite model listed at $399.99. This price is $20 lower than the recent fall Prime Day sale price and stands as the lowest recorded cost for that specific configuration.

Tablet and streaming hardware rounds out the list of discounted electronics. The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 has dropped to an all-time low of $256.49 after applying a specific promo code at checkout. This represents a 36% reduction from its regular $400 price. The device features a 12.1-inch 2.5K display and a nine-speaker JBL audio system. For streaming, the new Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is back at its all-time low of $29.99. This 50% discount off the $60 list price comes with a slimmer design and a direct power option that allows the device to run from a TV's USB port.

Additional consumer electronics are also part of this week's sales. The Lenovo Chromebook Plus is 40% off at Best Buy for $379. This 15.3-inch 2-in-1 device includes a touchscreen and runs on an Intel N355 processor. Charging accessories are discounted as well, with the Anker Prime 25W 3-in-1 foldable MagSafe charger available for $99.73. The Anker Nano 10-in-1 Smart Display Hub is priced at $79.99, offering dual-monitor support and a built-in display for port status.