Labor Day sales are bringing worthwhile discounts on headphones, smartwatches, foldable phones, and laptops. We selected seven offers that combine useful features with real savings, including $149 noise-cancelling headphones and $500 off a high-end MacBook Pro.
These promotions are expected to continue through Monday, September 7, although individual prices may change or offers may end earlier.
Note: Pricing and product availability were accurate at the time of writing and may change.
- Apple AirPods Pro 3: Best earbuds deal
- Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max: Best high-end MacBook deal
- Beats Studio Pro: Best over-ear headphone deal
- Alienware 15: Best gaming laptop deal
- Samsung Galaxy Watch7: Best Android smartwatch deal
- TCL QM7K 98-inch TV: Best big-screen TV deal
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: Best foldable phone deal
Amazon Labor Day tech deals
Best earbuds deal: Apple AirPods Pro 3
AirPods Pro 3 are an easy companion for commuting, focused work, and workouts. Active noise cancellation reduces café chatter and cabin noise, with Transparency mode available when you need to hear an announcement or talk to someone nearby. Five ear-tip sizes make it easier to find a secure fit, and battery life reaches eight hours with noise cancellation turned on.
Built-in heart-rate sensing can send workout data to the Fitness app on an iPhone, so you can track exercise without wearing a smartwatch. Automatic switching between compatible Apple devices is another everyday convenience. Android users can still use the earbuds, but most of their added value is reserved for the Apple ecosystem.
Price: $199 (was $249; 20% off).
Best high-end MacBook deal: Apple MacBook Pro M5 Max
Amazon’s MacBook deal is intended for people who already need serious computing power. Its M5 Max chip has an 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU, accompanied by 48GB of unified memory and a 2TB SSD. That combination can handle demanding video projects, 3D work, and large code builds without sending you back to a desktop computer.
The 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display provides plenty of workspace for creative applications and detailed timelines. Apple rates the M5 Max model for up to 20 hours of video streaming, so it can also spend much of the day away from an outlet.
Even after the discount, this remains a specialist purchase, but $500 is a meaningful saving if this exact configuration was already on your list.
Price: $4,499 (was $4,999; 10% off).
Walmart Labor Day tech deals
Best over-ear headphone deal: Beats Studio Pro
The matte white Beats Studio Pro offer is the deepest discount in this roundup. The cushioned over-ear design is comfortable for longer listening sessions, with adaptive noise cancellation available when you need to concentrate. Transparency mode lets surrounding sounds back in for conversations or walks outside.
The headphones work with Apple and Android devices and support lossless audio through a USB-C connection. Battery life reaches 40 hours, and a quick 10-minute charge provides up to four additional hours of listening. Voice-targeting microphones can also reduce surrounding noise during work calls. The $149 price applies specifically to the matte white version, with other colors listed at higher prices.
Price: $149 (was $349.99; 57% off).
Best gaming laptop deal: Alienware 15
The Alienware 15 offers enough graphics power for modern games without entering four-figure pricing. Its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 can run games at the laptop’s native 1920 x 1200 resolution and accelerate creative applications that use the GPU. A 165Hz display keeps fast movement smooth during games and everyday scrolling.
An AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor and 16GB of DDR5 memory provide a practical base for gaming, work, and multitasking. The 512GB SSD may fill quickly if you install several large games, but it is enough to get started. Alienware’s Stealth Mode can switch the laptop into a quieter profile, useful when moving from gaming at home to work or class.
Price: $899 (was $1,299.99; 31% off).
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Best Buy Labor Day tech deals
Best Android smartwatch deal: Samsung Galaxy Watch7
At under $200, the Galaxy Watch7 is a relatively affordable entry into Samsung’s smartwatch ecosystem. Its compact 40mm case should suit smaller wrists, and the cream finish is easy to match with everyday clothing or workout gear.
Samsung’s Energy Score turns recent sleep, activity, and heart-rate information into a morning readiness estimate. The watch can also track workouts and sleep habits, play music, and handle messages when paired with a compatible phone. It works best for Galaxy phone owners because some health and connected features rely on Samsung services.
Price: $189.99, saving $60 (24% off).
Best big-screen TV deal: TCL QM7K 98-inch TV
The TCL QM7K is suited to anyone who wants movies, sports, and game nights to feel like an event. Its enormous 98-inch screen can fill a spacious living room or dedicated media space. Mini-LED backlighting brings extra depth to dark scenes and keeps bright highlights vivid, while the anti-reflective panel is useful when daytime viewing involves windows or overhead lights.
Gamers can enjoy smoother action through the 144Hz refresh rate and variable refresh support. Four HDMI inputs provide room for consoles, a soundbar, and other equipment without constant cable swapping. Google TV keeps streaming services in one familiar menu, with Chromecast and AirPlay 2 available for sharing content from Android and Apple devices.
A 98-inch TV calls for careful planning, so measure the intended wall and the delivery route before ordering. If the space works, the $900 discount brings a cinematic-sized Mini-LED screen below $2,000.
Price: $1,899.99 (was $2,799.99; 32% off).
Best foldable phone deal: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Galaxy Z Flip8 gives you a full-size smartphone that folds into a smaller shape for a pocket or compact bag. Its FlexWindow cover screen can handle quick replies, notifications, and supported apps without opening the phone, making it easier to complete short tasks without getting pulled into everything else on the main display.
A 50MP main camera can take hands-free photos when the phone is partially folded, and Super Steady Video keeps moving footage level. The unlocked model includes 256GB of storage and can be connected to a compatible carrier after purchase. Foldable phones still command premium prices, but this deal removes $150 without requiring a trade-in or carrier installment agreement.
Price: $1,049.99 (was $1,199.99; 13% off).
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