This school-friendly laptop from HP is $300 off
We also spotted the Pixel Buds Pro 2 at a discounted price, and save $40 on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3.
We also spotted the Pixel Buds Pro 2 at a discounted price, and save $40 on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3.
by Aug 13, 2026, 8:07 PM UTC
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With memory prices still high and showing no signs of dropping, we’re always happy to find a good deal on a budget-friendly system with an adequate amount of RAM. Best Buy has the HP OmniBook X Flip discounted by $300, bringing the cost down to $699.99. This model is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 5 and 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, which should be great for both web browsing and homework, and a 512GB SSD for storage. The screen is a 1920 x 1200 LED touchscreen, with a fully rotating hinge for tented or tablet mode.
HP OmniBook X Flip 2 in 1
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While the Intel Core 5 Ultra may not be the most powerful chip for heavy workloads or gaming, the OmniBook makes up for it with strong battery life and connectivity. HP claims the system can run for over 22 hours of video playback on a single charge, and fast charging can take the battery to 50 percent in just 30 minutes. The laptops include two USB-C ports, one of which supports Thunderbolt 4, two USB-A ports, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are discounted to $189 (usually $229) at various retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from the Google store, with the latter two also marking down the new olive color that was just introduced yesterday. These earbuds feature a smaller and lighter design than their predecessor, with excellent ANC and an improved transparency mode. Read our review.
- Woot has an Anker 20,000mAh power bank on sale for $26.99 (usually $49.99). With up to 15W of charging power over USB-C and USB-A, you can keep your phone or other devices topped up for hours, and the display on the side lets you check the current charge level at a glance.
- You can grab a DJI Osmo Pocket 3 at Best Buy for $399, a $40 break from the usual price. This compact video camera shoots surprisingly cinematic video, with a stabilized sensor and built-in LCD screen for keeping your framing dialed in. Read our hands-on.
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