Apple’s latest iPad Mini is $100 off for the first time

There’s a veritable loot of deals happening today, and I’m excited to share some of them with you. The most impressive (and unexpected) deal is on Apple’s 2021 iPad Mini, which received a design overhaul similar to the iPad Air. Normally $499.99 for the 64GB Wi-Fi version, you can get it today for just $399.99 at Amazon† Best Buyand Goal† That beats the best ever price by nearly $50. Since it’s such an aggressive deal out of the blue, some color options may sell out quickly. And if you’re interested in more storage, the 256GB configuration is also $100 off and costs $549.99 instead of $649.99.

The 2021 iPad Mini has an 8.3-inch display and is powered by the A15 Bionic chipset. One of the big advantages it has over the more affordable base iPad is its USB-C charging port, which allows wider compatibility with accessories. The second-generation Apple Pencil can be clicked on its side to charge. Read our review.

2021 iPad Mini (64GB, Wi-Fi)

Apple’s redesigned iPad Mini ditches the home button and opts for a larger, edge-to-edge display. It also comes with a faster processor, USB-C support, and a top-mounted power button that moonlights like a Touch ID sensor.

Photo by Jay Peters / The Verge

It’s also a banner day for Nintendo Switch owners who haven’t bought yet Animal Crossing: New Horizons† The chill game where you craft, meet fellow islanders, catch bugs and more, costs $39.99 at GameStop† Best Buyand Goal† The game usually costs $59.99, and, of Nintendo’s exclusive titles for the Switch, price drops haven’t brought this game below $15. But today you can get $20 off the title in digital or physical versions. Read our review.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons lets you build and grow your own stubborn island and ultimately look after the overall wellbeing of the cast of characters who will call your island their home. By harvesting resources and trading with other islands, you slowly turn the empty island into something truly unique. Read our review†

Speaking of Switch games, Ring Fit Adventure also sees a return to the lowest price. Normally $79.99 (and at some point extremely hard to find at regular price earlier in the pandemic), it’s now $54.99 at walmart† Goal† Best Buyand Amazon† This game features a pilates ring and with its single player campaign you can stretch, do yoga poses, do squats and more to defeat enemies. It’s a surprisingly fun (and physically engaging) experience. The set includes a leg strap, which you can also use with Nintendo Switch Sports playing football.

Ring Fit Adventure

Nintendo’s practice game for the Switch. Besides the game, Ring Fit Adventure also includes a Ring-Con and leg strap.

The good deals don’t end just yet. Amazon† walmartand Best Buy offer a great price on the 41mm Apple Watch Series 7 – Apple’s latest smartwatch. Normally $399, it’s back to its lowest price yet at $329. We’ve seen this price a few times, but a $70 discount on the latest Apple product is nothing to sneeze at. This price is valid on several colorways, including watches with blue, green, black, red or white straps. Read our review.

If you have a bigger wrist or just want a bigger screen, the 45mm model isn’t much more expensive. There is also a $70 deal with this one, dropping the price to $359.

Some other deals to get your Monday off to a good start

• The latest Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (ad-supported) with a 6.8-inch screen, USB-C charging, and a display that supports adjustable color temperature for easier reading in multiple reading environments is $40 off at Best Buy, costs $99.99. Amazon and Goal also offer a discount, but it’s a bit smaller, costing $104.99 each. Read our review.
• Amazon’s new Echo Show 15 that can hang on your wall is seeing its first major price drop, cutting $50 off its $249.99 price tag. You can buy it for $199.99† In our review by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, she praised the design and easy-to-assemble nature. She also thought it was a nice kitchen TV, but considering the price, the camera quality is poor and has limited customization options. Read our review.
• Target offers buy one get one for 30 percent off promo on a ton of tech accessories, including Apple’s AirTag tracker (via slick deals† Whatever products you add to your cart, the product with a lower value will receive a 30 percent discount.
• If you need a lot of extra storage for your Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck, you can pick up one of Samsung’s 512GB Pro Plus microSD cards from Newegg for a great price. Normally $99.99, to be only $55.99 when you add it to your shopping cart and use the code SSBS238† (It should be automatically applied at checkout.) This same product costs $79.99 at Amazon.