8Bitdo’s wired Xbox controller is just $30, plus the rest of this week’s best tech deals

The first few days of the year are usually sleepy for deals – and 2025 is no exception. Since most Black Friday sale prices have expired, big items are back at full price, but we found some new discounts on smaller tech and accessories from brands we recommend, like Anker, Sony, Amazon Echo and JBL. You can get a Anker charging station for 40 percent off and collect it Apple Watch Series 10 for $329, a return to its all-time low. A Amazon Echo screen is also selling at a price close to an all-time high. Here are this week’s best tech deals that you can still get today.

8Bitdo Ultimate Wired Controller (Xbox) for $30 ($15 off): Here is a record price for a licensed Xbox controller from a brand we recommend in a few of our best lists. It’s compatible with Xbox Series X, Series S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 and later, so it can work with either console or PC. It has Hall effect joysticks and pulse triggers, a 3.5mm audio jack on the back, and two additional buttons that are not included with the official controller, which could be useful for mapping with PC games.
Anker 9-in-1 Charging Station for $36 ($24 off): This little tower has been a godsend for my small, messy workspace, allowing me to charge and power the various phones, batteries, tablets, and other electronic devices that are a necessary part of a tech-intensive work life . It has four USB-C ports, two USB-A jacks, and two AC outlets, and the wall adapter is nice and slim. I just wish I had bought mine on sale.
Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm GPS case) for $329 ($70 off): It’s a feedback on Black Friday prices which we saw in November and represents the biggest discount we’ve seen so far on Apple’s latest flagship laptop. We gave it good marks in our review and named it the best Apple Watch and the best smart watch overall currently on the market. Of course, it’s only for iPhone users, but if you’re an Apple fan, it can be very useful. Also at Best buy.

The UGreen Revodok Pro 109 USB-C hub sits on an orange background. — Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget

Ugreen Revodok Pro 109 USB-C Hub for $39 ($16 off with Prime): Prime members can save 30% on the 9-in-1 dock we named the the best of the group after testing our USB-C hub guide. It lets you connect two 4K monitors and has a good range of other ports. The longer 10-inch cable gives you more options for where to place it on your desk.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K for $29 ($21 off): If your TV seems a little slow when streaming its built-in apps, this is one of the cheapest ways to help. The $29 price is one we’ve seen a lot in recent months, and it’s about $4 more than its all-time low, but it’s the deepest discount we’ve seen in the last year. Discount was previously available from several retailersbut it seems Amazon is the only site keeping the discount.
Sony WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones for $198 ($150 off): This deal is so old it has whiskers, but it’s still worth mentioning for anyone looking for a quality headset. The Sony XM4s were our first choice wireless earbuds guide up to the latest generation (the XM5, currently $300) knocked them off their throne. They’re four years old now, but if that’s not a problem, it’s a good way to save on a premium can set.
Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s for $20 ($10 off): A newer model of one of our favorites productivity mouse is on sale for a third off. There is more recycled plastic this time and the middle button is customizable. All three colors appear to be on sale (pink, black and white). Also at Amazon.

The new Pill features numerous interior improvements and an exterior that pays homage to previous models. — Billy Steele for Engadget

Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker for $100 ($50 off): This is the same price we saw on Black Friday when the Beats returned to the Bluetooth speaker market. The completely redesigned Pill has won a place on our Bluetooth speaker guide and an 83 in our goodbye. It offers much improved sound quality with impressive bass and full midrange. You also get a long battery life of 24 hours and lossless audio via USB-C. Also at Best buy.
Zagg Screen Protectors at 20% Off: If you have a new phone or smartwatch for the holidays, you may want to put a screen protector on it to prevent cracking and shattering. Through January 4, Target is selling a range of Zagg accessories for 20% off.
JBL Xtreme 4 for $300 ($80 off): The latest generation of our recommended JBL Xtreme is back at its Cyber Week price (we put the Xtreme 3 in our guide to best BT speakers). This adds approximately nine hours of battery life for a total of 24 hours plus the replaceable battery maybe exchange. It’s also made from more recycled materials and features AI-based adjustments. Also at Amazon. THE the previous generation model costs $200.

The Nimble Champ Pro battery sits on a rock outside in the early morning sun. — Photo by Amy Skorheim / Engadget

Nimble Champ Pro Portable Charger for $80 ($20 off): I tested almost 50 batteries for our power bank guide and it’s the one I take with me when I travel. It’s compact but offers a high capacity of 20,000 mAh that can charge a large smartphone almost three times – and quickly. It will even power an iPad a little less than twice. It doesn’t hurt that the company is B Corp certified.
Amazon Echo Show 8 for $85 ($65 off): You can get the 8-inch smart display from Amazon for $85, down from its usual $150. The Echo Show can show the weather, videos, view feeds from your smart doorbell, and do everything Alexa is good for, like add butter to your Trader Joe’s shopping list and control your smart home devices.
Leebein Electric Scrubber for $40 ($20 off with Prime): This rotating scrubber made a huge difference to one of our editors’ bathroom cleaning routine – as detailed in our end-of-year article summary of the technologies we purchased. It’s currently 33% off for Prime members, about $9 more than its all-time low.

The Echo Show 5 smart display sits on a nightstand in a room painted bright pink. The display shows — Amazon

Amazon Echo Show 5 for $45 ($45 off): You can also get the smaller Echo Show for half price. It was $10 less in 2023, but that’s the lowest price we’ve tracked since then. The Echo Show 5 has a smaller screen (smaller than most smartphones), so it’s better suited to compact spaces like bedside tables or cozy kitchens.
Anker 575 Docking Station for $140 ($30 off): We tested Anker’s 575 for our docking station guidebut it wasn’t one of our top picks because it struggled to support a MacBook Pro. However, it worked great with a Dell PC, so if you’re not an Apple user, this might be a good way to get more utility out of your laptop.
Anker Nano 65W USB C Charger for $30 ($26 off): If you need a fast charger, you can hardly do better than this one from Anker. This Nano charger has three USB ports, one Type A and two Type C. Its maximum power of 65 watts should quickly charge phones, tablets and even laptops at their maximum speed.
Anker Soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $28 ($12 off): Anker’s doesn’t just make accessories, the Soundcore brand impressed us both with its headphones And Bluetooth speakers. The Soundcore 2 is one of the smallest and most affordable models and is currently back to its Cyber Week low.