Best Buy has launched its Techtober sale, offering discounts on tech, video games, and home appliances to rival Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, IGN reported. Some discounts reach up to 66 per cent off. Running until October 11, the Best Buy event gives shoppers an extended window compared to Amazon’s sale, which runs from October 6 through October 7, according to IGN.
Apple AirPods Max 2 Discounts at Best Buy
Best Buy has marked down the Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones to $429.00 from their regular price of $549.00, saving buyers $120.00, PCMag reported. Released earlier this year, the headphones feature Apple’s H2 chip, a 20-hour battery life, and a one-year warranty, according to PCMag. The device offers 1.5 times the noise cancellation of the previous model. Transparency mode allows users to stay aware of their environment, while Conversation Awareness lowers volume for nearby chats. PCMag expert Eric Zeman awarded the headphones an “Outstanding” rating, calling them the best premium headphones for Apple users.
Elgato Wave: 3 Wired Microphone Price Drop
The Elgato Wave: 3 wired microphone is on sale at Best Buy for $104.99, down from its original $149.99 price tag, saving customers $45.00, PCMag reported. The microphone features a 70Hz – 20kHz frequency response, weighs 0.56 pounds, and includes a two-year warranty, according to PCMag. It uses a cardioid polar pattern, an internal pop filter, and clipguard technology to reduce distortion. The Wave Link app can manage the microphone and seven audio sources. Audio expert Tim Gideon awarded the USB microphone a “Good” rating in PCMag’s review, noting its user-friendly design for podcasters and streamers.
Ninja Gaiden Ragebound for PlayStation 5
Best Buy has discounted the PlayStation 5 game Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound to $19.99 from $39.99, saving players $20.00, PCMag reported. The 2D platformer carries a Teen rating, requires a 0.82GB file download, and features solo gameplay where players control both Kenji Mozu and assassin Kumori, according to PCMag. The plot follows protagonist Ryu Hayabusa as he leaves his village for America to stop a demonic army from invading Japan.
Other Techtober Deals
Additional offers include an Asus Vivobook 15 with 16GB RAM, a 15.6″ HD screen, and Windows 11 Home OS. Best Buy is also discounting a 55-inch 4K Roku TV that supports Apple AirPlay. For mobile devices, the Google Pixel 9a features a 48MP main camera, 13MP selfie camera, 4k video, and a built-in Gemini AI assistant. Other available items include a Frigidaire microwave with 10 power levels, an Oral B iOs Series 6 toothbrush with AI analysis, and a percussion massage gun with 30 speeds. Beats by Dr. Dre headphones with 40 hours of battery life are also part of the sale; one shopper noted they “did not hurt my head or ears” after several hours of use.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Best Buy Techtober and Amazon Prime Day
When does the Best Buy Techtober sale end?
The Best Buy Techtober sale runs until October 11, giving customers several days past Amazon’s competing event to shop for discounts.
What is the price of the Apple AirPods Max 2 during the sale?
Best Buy has listed the Apple AirPods Max 2 for $429.00, which is $120.00 off the standard $549.00 retail price.
Does Best Buy require a paid membership for its sale prices?
While some specific deals are exclusive to Best Buy’s premium membership, the vast majority of Techtober deals do not require a subscription, according to IGN reporting.