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We’re officially nearing the end of summer, which means you’re likely looking for the best back-to-school deals — whether you’re heading to the dorms or readying yourself for early morning classroom drop-offs for the kids.
Luckily, there are hundreds of deals on everything from tech to sneakers to furniture that will make your back-to-school shopping that much easier this year. One of the best deals we found this year is on Apple’s bestselling iPad and on these $20 JLab Wireless Earbuds.
Of course, one of the best perks of becoming a new student is Amazon Prime’s student discount. If you haven’t already, sign up for a Prime membership which comes with dozens of student-exclusive perks you won’t want to miss out on.
Shop the best back to school deals below:
The newest version of the SoundLink Flex offers an incredible sound, water and dust-proof design and ease of portability. Great to use for deep study sessions, lawn picnics or cozy hangouts with friends.
JLab GO Air Pop True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds
These JLab GO earbuds are on sale right now for just $24.99 at Target.com. Available in six different colors (all with an included charging case), the wireless earbuds boast a ton of big features for their small price point, such as an impressive 32-hour battery life, custom EQ3 settings and built-in microphone.
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Camera
Whether your recent grad is off to college or a gap-year jaunt to Europe, they’ll need something to help them capture all the memories. Gift them an updated version of a vintage polaroid camera so they can snap and shoot all their adventures — and pin their best photos as decor in their new digs.
Ninja Single-Serve Coffee Maker
A compact, affordable and durable coffee machine is a must for any coffee-drinking college student. This one from Ninja boasts all the best features from competitors like Nespresso and Brevile for a portion of the cost. Plus, it’s currently less than $100 for a limited time.
Alpaka
Alpaka Elements Tech Case
A stylish tech case, that’s big enough to fit your gear, is an essential for the beginning of any new school year. This one from Alpaka is specifically designed for tech, with a dedicated pocket that fits cables, mini tablets, headphones, and simple organization for chargers, mice, and even keys.
Puma
Puma Bella Donna SD Sneakers
The Puma Bella Donna Sneaker is a great addition to any shoe collection — it’s versatile, lightweight, and stylish to wear from your daily walks, errands, or travel. Get this at 25% off, or take advantage of their BOGO 50% off sale at DSW.
Apple
This iPad deal gets you a 11-inch tablet with 128GB of storage, a 12MP camera, WiFi connectivity and a gorgeous retina display, all for just $299 (reg. $349) on Amazon. The iPad features sharp and vivid display makes it easy to stream your favorite movies or to use the tablet for drawing and sketching. Apple’s “True Tone” technology automatically adjusts the display to the brightness levels in the room, to make it easy to see your screen, no matter the lighting or time of day.
It can be hard to find time to deep clean when dealing with classes and assignments which is why a efficient tool like Black+Decker’s cordless vacuum is a must have. The handheld device removes hair, dirt, and debris from carpets, car interiors, furniture, and high-traffic areas. An ergonomic design with an on-board extension means you won’t need to bend over as often and a slim nozzle rotates 180° to fit into tight spaces at different angles.
JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth Speaker
The JBL Flip 7 is the safest bet if you’re looking for a tried-and-true budget portable speaker, small enough to carry in a tote but with enough horsepower to carry audio through a sizable room — and now for less than $130. It improves upon the Flip 6 with a completely waterproof exterior and IPX7 rating.
One of the most exciting perks of becoming a new student is the plethora of student deals and promos you can begin taking advantage of. Amazon Prime has one of the best student discounts on the market, offering access to their wide-ranging Prime Video channels. Amazon Prime student discounts also include: $0 food delivery fees with free Grubhub+, up to 5% cashback on purchases and more. Learn more about Amazon Prime Student perks here.
