The back-to-school shopping season is now in full swing, which means wayward spending is about to become a norm for most families. Fortunately, we’re in the business of scoring our readers some sweet discounts on everything from back to school laptop deals to back to school TV deals. That’s why we decided to create this deals roundup to shine a light on several of our favorite back-to-school promos!
Dorm room-sized TV deals
Toshiba 50-inch C350 — $230, was $320
The Toshiba C350 Series is a terrific gateway into the world of Fire TV streaming. For those unaware, Fire TV is both a traditional user interface and a smart TV hub, and is brought to us by none other than Amazon. Perfect for dorm common areas, the 50-inch C350 delivers up to 4K resolution at 60Hz, and provides a seamless gateway to popular entertainment apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+.
On top of great picture and sound, the C350 includes four HDMI ports, allowing you to connect everything from game consoles and Blu-ray players to laptops. And thanks to onboard Alexa, you’ll be able to use your TV remote to issue voice commands to the Amazon digital assistant. Search for movies and shows, open and close apps, control your smart home devices, and more!
Toshiba 43-inch V35 Series — $140, was $190
For smaller common areas and bedrooms, the Toshiba 43-inch V35 Series is a perfect set. And while you won’t be getting 4K resolution on this model, the V35 delivers a bright and colorful picture at up to 1080p HD. Like the Toshiba C350 Series, the V35 is a Fire TV-powered smart TV too. The native refresh rate of this TV is 60Hz, but Toshiba’s Motion Rate image processing manages to bump things up to a solid motion middle-ground between native 60Hz and 120Hz.
If you’re all about Apple tech, you’ll be pleased to learn that the V35 support AirPlay 2 as well! This means you’ll be able to beam music, photos, and videos from your iPhone to your Toshiba TV, on top of mirroring your entire device screen.
LG 48-inch B4 Series — $800, was $1,500
We’re always on the lookout for OLED TV deals, and LG makes some of the best OLEDs on the market. So you can imagine our excitement when we came across this sale on the LG 48-inch B4 Series. On top of powerful HDR capabilities and some of the best color and contrast levels you’ll see from an $800 TV, LG’s a8 AI Processor delivers some of the most exceptional 4K upscaling for sources both old and new.
The B4 Series is also compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, and is powered by LG’s webOS 24 for all things streaming. This includes access to popular apps like Netflix and Disney+, along with AirPlay 2 and Chromecast support.
Dorm room speaker deals
JBL Flip 6 — $100, was $130
When it’s time to fill your dorm or outdoor quad with tunes, one of the best Bluetooth speakers for the job is the JBL Flip 6. Available in numerous color options, this 20W battery-powered cylinder brings impressive treble, midrange, and bass performance to the table, and can last for up to 12 hours on a full charge. It’s also IP67 rated, which means you can take the Flip 6 just about anywhere, without having to worry about water or dirt ruining playback.
And thanks to Bluetooth Multipoint support, you’ll be able to have two devices paired to your Flip 6 simultaneously.
Bose Soundlink Flex — $110, was $150
It wouldn’t be a complete back-to-school roundup without one or two Bose products making an appearance. Today’s spotlight is aimed right at the Bose Soundlink Flex, a portable and powerful Bluetooth speaker that is available in several colors. Designed to be placed both upright and horizontal, Bose’s PositionIQ tech ensures the Soundlink Flex gives you the best sound based on how and where you’ve positioned the speaker.
On a full charge, this awesome Bluetooth speaker lasts for up to 12 hours and is IP67 rated. Whether you’re hanging out by the pool or going for an all-day hike, the Soundlink Flex is ready to start blasting tunes!
Marshall Emberton II — $120, was $170
Marshall guitar and bass amplifiers are forces to be reckoned with, so we really weren’t surprised when we learned how great the company’s Bluetooth speakers sound. The Marshall Emberton II is a reworking of the O.G. Emberton which came before it, and let’s just say that music fans (especially of the rock and metal genres) are in for a treat.
Compact and rugged, the IP67 rated Emberton II delivers up to 30 hours of playback on a full charge. You’ll also be able to adjust EQ options and other speaker settings by downloading Marshall’s companion app. And thanks to a cool feature called Stack Mode, you can pair more than one Emberton II speaker together for an even bigger soundstage! We also recommend checking out some of the other Bluetooth speaker deals we found this week!
More dorm room tech deals
Bella Pro Series 9-qt. Digital Air Fryer — $90, was $180
When it comes to countertop tech that will make everyone in your dorm happy, this Bella Pro Series 9-qt. Digital Air Fryer is one of the first devices that comes to mind. Designed for quick plug-and-play cooking, this 1800W has six unique cooking presets to choose from, including Air Fry, Roast, and Reheat modes. We’re also glad to learn that each 4.5-qt. cavity has its own fans, heaters, and cooking baskets.
And when it comes time to clean everything up and put the Pro Series away, you can just toss the cooking baskets, divider, and crisping trays right in the dishwasher!
Roku Streaming Stick 4K — $35, was $50
What if you already own an HD TV, but it doesn’t include any smart features? The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is one of the easiest answers to that question. Once connected to Wi-Fi, this powerful streaming device gives you access to all the most popular entertainment apps of 2024, including Netflix, Hulu, and Paramount+. You’ll also be able to watch over 400 live TV channels and can mirror your iOS device screen to your TV using Apple AirPlay.
This is also a 4K streaming device, which means you’ll be able to watch UHD movies and shows (just as long as your TV can handle a 4K playback).
Keurig K-Mini Plus — $84, was $110
For a busy college student, sometimes nothing is more important than that morning cup o’ joe. If you don’t have a lot of time to brew a solid mug of coffee before heading to your first class of the day, the Keurig K-Mini brews a delicious beverage in just minutes! All you have to do is fill up the removable water tank and press the Brew button, and your K-Mini Plus will start whipping up a 6 to 12-ounce drink.
On top of six unique color options, Keurig was also kind enough to provide a pod storage unit for up to nine K-Cups. If you need something a bit bigger, we have a list of other Keurig deals too.
Prettycare Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner — $80, was $300
Keeping your dorm neat and tidy goes a long way toward uncluttered thinking, and the Prettycare Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner is one of the best tools for the task. This motorized appliance can be used as an upright vac or a handheld cleaner, and features both a 180° and 90° rotatable brush heads. No nook and cranny is safe from the Prettycare’s powerful suction!
On top of its 1.2L dust tank and four-stage filtration system, you can expect the Prettycare to last for up to 35 minutes on a full charge. It even comes with a wall mount to help you free up closet space!
