Dealmaster: Get a pair of Anker wireless noise-cancelling headphones for $80

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Dealmaster: Get a pair of Anker wireless noise-cancelling headphones for $80
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Greetings, Arsians! Courtesy of our friends at TechBargains, it’s time for another Dealmaster. While we usually highlight discounts on known entities, every so often we like to alert you to a product that isn’t a household name but is still worth your consideration when it’s on sale.

Today is one of those days, as our list is led by a deal on Anker’s wireless Soundcore Space NC noise-cancelling headphones. They are currently down to $79 on Amazon when you use the code “TOMSA3021” at checkout. That’s $20 off their usual going rate and a great price for one of the few budget noise-cancelling headphones we find acceptable.

Now, if you can afford to pay for a more premium pair from Sony or Bose, do so. Noise-cancelling headphones haven’t been commoditized as much as other tech categories; the higher-end gear is still genuinely worth it. But if you can’t pony up the $350 it costs to get the best, the Dealmaster has tested the Soundcore Space NC and can say it’s effective enough to be good value.

While it can’t touch the pure noise-cancelling power of top-end models—and while, like most cheap ANC headphones, it makes a slight hissing noise when no music is playing—it still does a competent job of shutting out noise, particularly those low-end rumbles you’d hear on a flight. Its sound is characterized by nice plump bass and clear-enough detail, even if it lacks the accuracy of pricier sets. It’s largely plastic, but it doesn’t feel flimsy, it folds up, and it has a hearty level of padding that should make it comfortable for most heads. Battery life is a solid 18-20 hours, depending on how loud you push the volume.

Again, don’t expect the world, but for $80, it’s better than the ANC headphones we’re accustomed to. If you don’t need new noise-cancellers, though, we also have deals on OLED TVs, iPads, the Xbox One X, Red Dead Redemption 2, Instant Pots, and more. Have a look for yourself below.

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Laptop and desktop PC deals

  • Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop – Intel Core i7-8750H 6-core, 15.6″ 1080p, 6GB GTX 1060, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD for $999 at Amazon (list price $1,199.99).
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  • 24″ ViewSonic XG2402 Gaming Monitor – 1080p, TN, 144Hz, 1ms, FreeSync for $215.99 at Amazon (list price $239.99).
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  • 32″ LG 32UD60-B Monitor – 3840×2160, VA, 5ms, FreeSync for $349 at Amazon (list price $599.99).
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More Laptops & Desktop PC Deals here.

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TV deals

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Electronics deals

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Home improvement, kitchen gadgets, and miscellaneous deals

  • New users: 40% off Sling TV (3-month) starting at $15/month at Sling (list price $25/month).
  • New users: Amazon Kindle Unlimited (3-month) for $0.99 at Amazon (list price $29.97).
  • Azul Board Game for $26.06 at Amazon (list price $34.99).
  • Eufy Smart Plug (2-pack) for $25.99 at Amazon (list price $39.99).
  • Instant Pot DUO60 Electric Pressure Cooker – 6-Quart, 1000W for $69.99 at Amazon (list price $99.99).
  • Instant Pot Ultra Electric Pressure Cooker – 8-Quart, 1200W for $119 at Amazon (list price $179.95).

For more great deals, go to TechBargains.

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