What we like: A screen-free mini story-time device we love, from our guide to gifts for 2-year-olds. Just pop a story, music, or make-your-own card into the device to listen. Screen-free entertainment for littles. Has a clock, alarm, night-light, and wake-up light. Other things to know: Can make a younger child feel more independent. More…
Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter Ninja Air Fryer Pro — Top PickAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $90 What we like: Our top pick for the best all-around air fryer. Heats fast, no pre-heating required. Easy to use, with a fuss-free interface with physical buttons. Cooked the most well-crisped food in our tests, including evenly browned wings,…
Dave Gershgorn/NYT Wirecutter Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, M5, 256 GB) — Top PickBest Buy deal price: $900; street price: $1,000Amazon deal price: $900; street price: $1,000 What we like: Our top pro tablet pick. As powerful as a laptop. Using multiple apps in the redesigned iPadOS 26 is easier. Bright OLED display offers fantastic contrast….
Waloo Waloo Magnetic Mesh Band for Apple Watch (38-41 mm) — Top PickTarget deal price: $15 (with store pickup or Circle card); street price: $20 What we like: Our top pick for an elegant and slim enough Apple watch band for petite wrists. A strong magnet keeps the band in place all day, it’s comfortable…
Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Midea Duo MAP14HS1TBL Portable Air Conditioner — Top PickWalmart deal price: $429; street price: $581 What we like: Our top portable air conditioner pick. Quiet, efficient, and more powerful cooling than other models. Also has heating mode, so it can handle climate control year-round. Dual-hose design is easy to wrangle. Comes with…
Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter Kate Spade Pavé Scallop Link Apple Watch Band — Top PickAmazon deal price: $64 (deal on rose gold); street price: $148 Walmart deal price: $340; street price: $390What we like: Our top designer Apple Watch band pick for special occasions. A nice, sturdy bracelet that makes the Apple Watch feel elegant, whether…
Photo: Michael Murtaugh Instant Pot Rio 6-Quart Electric Pressure Cooker — Top PickAmazon deal price: $75; street price: $90 What we like: Our top electric pressure cooker pick. A versatile time-saver in the kitchen. Simple to use. Performs all core functions as effectively as (or better than) competitive models. Durable stainless steel inner pot. Safer…
As you finished up the last of your Thanksgiving dinner, enjoyed that final slice of pumpkin pie, or polished off your glass of red wine, Wirecutter’s journalists were scouring the internet for the very best deals through Cyber Monday. Not just any discount is good enough to catch our eye. First, the item has to…
Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Baggu Cargo Shoulder Bag — Gift PickBaggu deal price: $32 (price includes $8 shipping); street price: $54 What we like: An everyday purse we like as a gift for moms and Gen Z. A stylishly sporty bag that works for everyone. Trendy baguette-style design can be dressed up or down. Two exterior…
Forget the flashy stuff for a moment. After Thanksgiving is a great time to fill your closet with basic staples. Everlane, known for its classic minimalism, is one brand we trust to deliver quality essentials. We’ve rigorously tested — and loved — several Everlane pieces over the years, including its Boxy Shirt, its Day Glove flats,…