The 9 Best After-Christmas Sales (2021): Phones, Loungewear and Headphones

Gift Card Hold lots of potential. They’re like a free ticket for you to enjoy whatever you’ve got your eye on at your favorite retailer. The only way to make them better is to increase those free dollars even more by buying discounted gear. We’ve rounded up the best post-Christmas deals and discounts below. (These also provide a good chance to earn a late gift or two.)

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This deal has been around for a few weeks, but it’s a great deal. Prices are in line with what we’ve seen for Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday. Google Pixel 5A (9/10, Recommend with WIRE) is a great device with a great camera and great battery life. Affordability is the icing on the cake.

This is one of the the best MagSafe accessories on the market. Built-in magnets make attaching the tripod to a compatible iPhone quick and easy, while the flexible feet allow for perfect positioning in almost any filming environment. We haven’t seen it on sale for a lower price.

HyperX Cloud Stinger is a headset with both desktop and console compatibility. I use one every time I play games. It has good sound quality and comfortable ear cups, and although it goes on sale quite often, it’s hard to find a better option at this price point. Check out our roundup of Best gaming headset for more.

These regularly discounted headphones have been replaced with newer generation, but they’re almost as good — and much more affordable. Jabra makes some Best workout headphones money can buy.

This pair of Sony headphones is our favorite for most people (9/10, Recommend with WIRE). You get the best sound quality for your money, not to mention great noise cancellation, long battery life, and an incredibly comfortable fit. They often drop to this price, but they are well worth it.

Deals for everything else

Available for both men and women’s size, these eco-friendly sweatpants are some our favorite sports pants on the market. They’re incredibly soft and comfortable, and at a more affordable price than the subpars we’ve tried. The company plants one tree for every pair it sells.

Another eco-friendly option from our guide to The best loungewearThis bright hoodie is available in a wide range of colors and sizes. The pocket fits and roomy in the front feels comfortable and cozy — great for hibernation in cold winter weather.

This sweater is my favorite, when. It’s fun and colorful, and while it kept me warm, the cropped fit makes it work in warmer weather as well as deep cold winters. The color is still bright even after many washes.

This sweat-wicking bra is a great base layer, and the reversible neckline makes it suitable for almost any outfit. It adds a layer of warmth but isn’t bulky and can be worn multiple times in a row without washing, extending the life of the garment (and shortening the time it takes to wash.)

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Want to check deals for yourself? Here are some links to various retailers’ sales.

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