My Top Picks for Early Memorial Day Deals: Huge Savings on Laptops, Tablets, and More

The latest 2026 S7 TV (Hisense’s answer to Samsung’s Frame TV) is now available at its lowest price ever. The 55-inch model is discounted by 40%, bringing the price below $1,000.

Blink mini cameras are ideal for boosting home security or keeping an eye on pets or kids indoors. The newest 2K+ model is currently 35% off.

The Ninja Slushi is perfect for the summer season ahead. Whip up cold drinks at home and save 26%.

Audible’s free trial gives you 30 days of access to a library of over 1 million titles, including brand-new releases. You’ll enjoy the same benefits as a full member during your trial, and you can cancel before the 30 days are up to avoid being charged if you decide not to continue. ZDNET Managing Editor Alison DeNisco-Rayome recently tried it herself and used it to determine if the service was right for her.

Also: Get Audible free for 30 days—here’s how

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 boasts a rugged build perfect for adventurers, with premium features like GPS, advanced metrics, Offline Maps, and more. Its stunning 49mm display gets bright enough for outdoor use.

Review: Apple Watch Ultra 2

The Apple Pencil Pro includes advanced features like squeeze, barrel roll, and haptic feedback to make annotating, note-taking, and creating artwork more intuitive. It charges wirelessly and is compatible with the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air models.

Also: Apple Pencil Pro vs. Apple Pencil 2

If you’re fully invested in the Apple ecosystem and want to stay that way, the AirPods Max 2 are a great choice. The improved sound quality is excellent, and Apple’s Transparency Mode stands out. Plus, they come in a variety of colors to match your style.

Review: Apple AirPods Max 2

Last year’s flagship OLED TV from LG features a gallery-inspired design for displaying art from your favorite painters and photographers—or your own creations. You’ll also get signature OLED picture quality, virtual surround sound with Dolby Atmos, and a dedicated Filmmaker Mode for streaming movies and shows as intended.

More: LG G6 vs. LG G5

The Hisense U8QG is a top-tier mid-range Mini LED TV that delivers crisp 4K resolution, vivid colors, and sharp contrast. Its native 165Hz refresh rate ensures ultra-smooth motion for live sports, movies, and gaming, and can be boosted to 288Hz with support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR.

Review: Hisense U8QG

The TCL QM8K is one of our favorite Mini LED TVs, offering built-in voice controls, peak brightness of 5,000 nits, 3,800 dimming zones for ultra-sharp contrast, and a 144Hz refresh rate for live sports, action movies, and console gaming.

Review: TCL QM8K

LG’s top-tier OLED TV from last year remains a powerhouse. It delivers stunning visuals with its signature picture quality and immersive audio thanks to Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision support. Gamers will love the 144Hz refresh rate and compatibility with both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium VRR.

Review: LG C5 OLED

Samsung’s flagship QLED TV brings the cinema experience home with virtual surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos and object-tracking audio that follows the action on screen. It also lets you stream games directly through Xbox GamePass, no console needed. Plus, a 165Hz refresh rate ensures buttery-smooth motion for movies and sports.

Review: Samsung QN90F QLED

Even though it’s a generation older, the Samsung S95F still packs a punch. It boasts excellent OLED picture quality, object-tracking sound, a 120Hz refresh rate, and AMD FreeSync Premium VRR support for smooth console gaming.

Review: Samsung S95F OLED

The latest M5 MacBook Air steps up its game with more memory, faster storage, and longer battery life compared to the previous model. Even though it just launched this spring, you can already snag it for $100 off—making it an incredible deal on Apple’s newest thin-and-light laptop.

With 8GB of RAM and an Intel Core 5 processor, the Vivobook is a budget-friendly laptop that’s surprisingly lightweight at just 3.09 pounds and features a great display.

After testing several HP EliteBook 6 models, we were impressed by their strong performance for the price, especially as productivity machines. This version, powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor, delivers fast, efficient multitasking and handles large datasets with ease, all while offering up to 14 hours of battery life.

The 13th-gen X1 Carbon is built for work, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 7 255U processor, 16GB of RAM, and a spacious 2TB of storage. It’s currently $500 off as Lenovo clears inventory for newer models, but it’s still a highly competitive choice in 2026.

Need a gaming laptop that can handle AAA titles at max settings? Acer’s 16-inch Predator Helios is a powerhouse, equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU with 24GB of VRAM, and 32GB of memory.

Brand-new iPhone 17 Pro Max units are mostly sold out, but refurbished options are easy to find. Best Buy has one of the best deals, cutting the price by over $400.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max offers top-tier performance that few phones can rival. Like the iPhone 17 Pro, it features a smooth 120Hz ProMotion OLED display and a durable titanium build. However, the Pro Max stands out with its larger 6.9-inch screen and impressive battery life, lasting up to 39 hours of video playback on a single charge.

Review: iPhone 17 Pro Max

The iPhone 16e is a solid midrange phone that captures the essence of the iPhone 16 experience. It features a vibrant 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display in a lightweight design. Powered by the A18 chip, it supports Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools and an upgraded Siri. It’s already budget-friendly, and now it’s even cheaper.

Also: I swapped my iPhone 16 Pro for the 16e for a month—here’s my take

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 represents the pinnacle of foldable phones. Like the Galaxy S26 Ultra, it runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for flagship-level performance. According to mobile expert Cesar Cadenas, the 6.5-inch outer display is perfect for everyday tasks.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

Our smart home reviewer found that the Skylight Calendar smart display made a huge difference in managing her family’s schedule, from appointments and meetings to daily chores.

Also: Skylight Calendar: Review

Although the 10% discount isn’t the most impressive deal out there, the GE Profile nugget ice maker remains a top pick among ZDNET contributor Artie Beaty. He believes this machine is a solid investment if you care about having premium ice at home.

Also: We tested a high-end ice maker

Our smart home expert Maria Diaz has put several Ring doorbells to the test, evaluating their performance and ease of use, and the newest Doorbell Plus is now available at a 33% discount.

The lowest price we’ve tracked for the Ninja Creami was $279 during Black Friday, but the current $292 deal is still a solid saving as summer approaches. Managing Editor Alison DeNisco Rayome shared that hers has become a go-to for making frozen treats for her kids.

Also: I keep recommending the Ninja Creami Swirl