Editor’s choice
Audio
Sony WH-1000XM5
Frequent flyers and open-plan offices that need the quietest cabin available.
$348 as of 9 September 2026
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Editor’s choice
Best value
Audio
Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
Anyone who wants most of the flagship experience for roughly a quarter of the money.
$79 as of 9 September 2026
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Smartphones
Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K)
Charging a laptop and a phone from one brick on a long travel day.
$109 as of 9 September 2026
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Computing
Logitech MX Master 3S
Desk workers who spend all day in documents, spreadsheets or code.
$99 as of 9 September 2026
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