You can still grab great deals on Bose headphones and Astro Bot this weekend
Source: The Verge
Weekend Deals roundup
While the rest of the team was checking out Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup and prepping for Apple’s “special experience” next week, we’ve been digging through Woot’s Video Games for All sale and a weird slate of deals that don’t really have a through‑line. (Some of us also spent the last week unpacking what Huel is, but that’s neither here nor there.)
Here’s what we can tell you:
- Galaxy S26 Ultra – If you’re thinking of picking it up at launch, pre‑ordering now isn’t a bad idea.
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones – A solid mid‑range option, now heavily discounted.
- Astro Bot – The game many of us at The Verge consider the Game of 2024.
- Fanttik Fold V10 Apex – A slick handheld vacuum for the car or desk.
🎧 Bose QuietComfort Headphones
If you’re craving a little peace and quiet, Bose’s QuietComfort headphones are on sale on Amazon in multiple colors for $199 (‑$150). This is the best price we’ve seen all year.
Key specs
- Refresh of the QC45 with new software tricks (adjustable ANC levels, custom listening modes).
- Up to 24 hrs battery life.
- Multipoint Bluetooth support.
- Lacks immersive‑audio mode, QC‑Ultra‑grade Bluetooth, and lossless USB‑C audio – but that’s expected at a $250 price cut.
Where to buy
| Retailer | Regular price | Sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $359 | $199 |
| Best Buy | $359 | $229 |
| Walmart | $359 | $229 |
📱 Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung announced its Galaxy S26 lineup this week. Pre‑order deals are already rolling out, and the best one comes from Amazon: a $200 gift card plus a free storage upgrade when you pre‑order the 512 GB model (starting at $1,299.99).
Why the Ultra stands out
- New Privacy Display to shield your screen from onlookers.
- More powerful camera array for better low‑light performance.
- Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, enabling advanced generative‑AI tools and a souped‑up version of Gemini that can perform tasks in third‑party apps (e.g., ordering an Uber for you).
Read our [S26 Ultra hands‑on impressions].
Where to buy
| Retailer | Model | Regular price | Sale price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung | 256 GB | $1,299.99 | $1,299.99 (includes $150 credit) |
| Amazon | 512 GB | $1,499.99 | $1,299.99 (includes $200 gift card) |
| Best Buy | 512 GB | $1,499.99 | $1,299.99 (free storage upgrade) |
🎮 Astro Bot (PS5)
You can still grab a physical copy of Astro Bot at Walmart for $32.99 (‑$27), an all‑time low.
Why it’s worth it
- PlayStation 5 exclusive that won Game of the Year at the 2024 Game Awards.
- Players control Astro, a lovable robot on a space adventure after his crew is lost.
- Inventive platforming, whimsical power‑ups, and a light‑hearted vibe reminiscent of Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.
- Fresh feel despite obvious ’90s influences.
Read our [Astro Bot review].
Where to buy
| Retailer | Regular price | Sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Walmart | $59.99 | $32.99 |
🧹 Fanttik Fold V10 Apex Handheld Vacuum
If you need a compact vacuum that can reach car crevices and clean desk crumbs, Fanttik’s foldable Fold V10 Apex is on sale at Amazon for $85.49 (‑$65), matching its lowest‑ever price.
Features
- 17,000 Pa suction with a 210° pivoting nozzle.
- Built‑in LED light for dark corners.
- On‑board display shows battery life, suction mode, and filter status.
- Comes with upholstery tool, two brush heads, and an extendable hose with crevice tool.
- USB‑C charging (≈30 min to full).
Read our recent [Fanttik profile].
Where to buy
| Retailer | Regular price | Sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $149.99 | $85.49 |
| Fanttik (code V10APEX) | $149.99 | $94.99 |
More ways to save this weekend
| Deal | Retailer | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 5‑second‑gen AirTags | Costco | $99.99 (‑$24). Non‑members pay a $5 surcharge. |
| AOC 27‑inch QD‑OLED Gaming Monitor (Q27G41ZDF) | Best Buy | $379.99 (‑$170). 1440p, 240 Hz, G‑Sync, 3‑year warranty. |
| Sharge Pixel 100 | Amazon (Prime) | $69.90 (‑$30). Lowest price to date. |
Happy shopping, and enjoy the weekend!
Key Features (Sharge Pixel 100)
- Retro‑inspired GaN charger delivering up to 140 W of power.
- Capable of charging a 16‑inch MacBook Pro to 50 % in about 25 minutes.
- Includes three USB‑C ports for powering multiple devices simultaneously.
- Features a customizable dot‑matrix display that shows the real‑time wattage for each port.