Ending the work week, the first cash discounts have gone live on Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. Now starting from $369, the price cuts are joined by ongoing pre-order price cuts on Pixel 8/Pro, as well as deals on SanDisk’s 190MB/s microSD cards from $11. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
First cash discounts go live on Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic
Amazon is now offering the first cash discount on Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. The new wearable just debuted back in August, and now it’s finally dropping in price down to $369 shipped. This $31 discount from the usual $400 going rate is the first of its kind and a new all-time low. We did see some pre-order bundles go live with a little extra value, but if you’ve been waiting for an actual discount – you now finally have a chance to save. Best Buy matches today’s discount and bundles in an extra $30 gift card for paid Plus and Total account members.
Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch 6 Classic revives a different class of premium wearable from the brand that steps up to deliver a stainless steel build and the grand return of a rotating bezel. That encompasses the Super AMOLED panel that comes in either 43 or 47mm form-factors. There’s of course a robust list of fitness monitoring capabilities onboard, including heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and a new BIA sensor for even more in depth stats – all of which is powered by Wear OS 4. Get a better idea of what to expect in our announcement coverage that takes a hands-on look.
Pixel 8/Pro pre-order deals are now live
Google’s new Pixel 8 and 8 Pro have now been revealed. And now courtesy of Amazon, we’re tracking a pair of launch discounts. Starting things off, we have the Google Pixel 8 Pro at $999, which includes a free Pixel Watch 2. You’d normally pay $1,349 for the bundle, with today’s pre-order pricing taking $350 off. It’s the first chance to save on the all-new release, too. Pixel 8 Pro begins shipping next week on October 14.
Alongside the Pixel 8 Pro, the Google launch day deals continue over to the Pixel 8. This unlocked smartphone starts at $699 on Amazon, and includes a free pair of Pixel Buds Pro. Valued at $200, you’re dropping down the normal $898 price tag of the bundle for the first time. The smartphone is slated to ship on October 14, too.
SanDisk’s 190MB/s microSD cards from $11
We are now tracking some notable deals on the 190MB/s 2022 model SanDisk Extreme microSDXC cards. While Samsung has since dropped some even faster models with its new PRO Ultimate lineup that reaches speeds up to 200MB/s – here’s our hands-on review – and are currently at new Amazon all-time lows, pricing is still a touch more pricey than you’ll find on the perfectly capable SanDisk models featured here today. Starting from $10.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25, the 128GB and 512GB models have returned to Amazon lows with the rest coming very close (within between $1 and $6 depending on capacity). Speeds up to 190MB/s, UHS Speed Class 3 (U3), Video Speed Class 30 (V30), and A2-rated app loading makes these do-it-all microSD cards a worthy addition to your kit.
Your new Pixel 8/Pro deserves an official Google charger
Amazon is now offering the official Google 30W USB-C Charger for $20.37 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. This is the best price of the year at nearly 20% off and landing at a few cents below our previous mention. If you have a new Pixel 8 or 8 Pro on the way, then Google’s official 30W charger is a must. The company stopped including a wall adapter in the box, but now you can at least save on a first-party USB-C charger that can top off your new smartphone. The compact wall adapter will let you take full advantage of either handset’s top charging rates and comes backed with an official Google seal of approval attached. Our in-depth hands-on review details exactly how the charger stacks up and how it compares to third-party alternatives.
Try out Google’s official Pixel Fold cases at new all-time lows
Amazon now offers the official Google Pixel Fold Case for $36.99 shipped. Down from $60, you’re looking at a new all-time low of 38% off. This is still one of the first chances to save, and arrives at $11 under our previous mention from August. Arriving as proof that foldable phone cases can actually be good – at least if our hands-on review is to be believed – these official Google Pixel Fold cases arrive with a grippy, two-piece form-factor. Covering both halves of your foldable, the shock-absorbent case is made of a soft silicone that comes in hazel, bay blue, and porcelain white designs. So if you’re one of the few who have brought home Google’s first foray into the world of foldables and want some first-party protection to go with it, saving some cash is finally possible.
Best trade-in deals
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