Looking for new tablets or other essential gear? Normally, you're out of luck in the summer – that no man's land for shoppers at the farthest point from the holidays. But here are ten examples where the prices have most definitely thawed out. Check out these deep discounts on Chromebooks and other refurbished gear, from chargers to robots.
Rock Space WiFi Range Extender
Got a big house that needs coverage? This booster is just the ticket, with a 2.4 and 5 GHz dual-band extender that will supercharge your wi-fi. The Rock Space WiFi Range Extender is $24.99, down 58% from the original price of $59.99.
Samsung Chromebook 11.6" 16GB (Refurbished)
Chromebooks make any web-based work easier, and this one comes pre-loaded with Chrome OS and the latest Google products plus Gmail and YouTube. Pick up the refurbished Samsung Chromebook 11.6" 16GB for $99.99, more than 80% off the MSRP.
Samsung Galaxy View 18.4" 64GB WiFi + AT&T 4G LTE Black (Refurbished)
Binge anywhere with this big-screen viewer, capable of bringing your favorite shows to life in 1080p HD. All that, plus the battery will outlast even the longest movies with 8 hours of life on a charge. The Samsung Galaxy View 18.4" 64GB WiFi + AT&T 4G LTE Black (Refurbished) is on sale for $449, down 43% from the list price.
Equipped with IR sensors and an LED matrix, this roving robot is perfect for teaching kids to code. Program it to follow a hand-drawn track, play music and more through the MakeCode editor or with simple JavaScript. Pick up the rero:micro Coding Robot for $99.99, 11% off the original price.
Lenovo N21 11" Chromebook 2.1GHz, 4GB RAM, 16GB Drive (Refurbished)
Another great example of the Chromebook's capabilities, this 2011 upgrade sports a 180-degree rotating camera and super-quick boot time. Grab this Lenovo N21 11" Chromebook 2.1GHz, 4GB RAM, 16GB Drive (Refurbished) for $89.99, a full 84% off the MSRP.
Lenovo Tab 4 8" 16GB Black (Refurbished)
This tablet is perfect for communal use in busy households, with a 64-bit quad-core processor that can handle multiple tasks and Dolby Atmos® sound that makes your favorite movies and shows sing. You can get the Lenovo Tab 4 8" 16GB Black (Refurbished) for $104.99, down 68% from the original price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8" 16GB AT&T 4G LTE White (Refurbished)
Kids that need a gaming tablet won't be disappointed with this Galaxy, thanks to its expandable memory. Right now, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8" 16GB AT&T 4G LTE White (Refurbished) is on sale for $124.99, more than 65% off the list price.
Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8" 16GB WiFi + AT&T 4G LTE Black (Refurbished)
If you need an e-reader or light workstation, this Galaxy has you covered with a long-lasting 5,000 mAH battery. Pick up the Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8" 16GB WiFi + AT&T 4G LTE Black (Refurbished) for $134.99, a full 72% discount off the MSRP.
AirZeus 3-in-1 Fast Wireless Charging Pad
All your gadgets have a new home on this powerful pad, capable of charging a Qi-enabled smartphone, smartwatch, and earbuds simultaneously and wirelessly. Get the AirZeus 3-in-1 Fast Wireless Charging Pad on sale for $44.99, a 70% discount off the original cost.
Apple MacBook Air 11.6" 128GB Silver (Refurbished)
Like any MacBook Air, this one packs a lot of power into a slim package. 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of PCIe-based flash storage lets you manage all your apps with ease. Pick up your Apple MacBook Air 11.6" 128GB Silver (Refurbished) for $429, more than 55% off the list price.