Best New Zealand tech deals: Save up to NZ$700 on laptops, phones and hair dryers

There is no question that Apple's newest (and cheapest) MacBook, the Neo, is the brand's most talked about product in recent years, thanks to its low price and premium build shaking up the laptop market. This discount may not look much on the outset, but I'd take any sort of discount for a product this popular.

Samsung's new budget Galaxy A57 is a mid-range handset that closely resembles a flagship and improves upon its predecessor both on the inside and outside. This discount is a welcome one for a product that just released, and could be tempting for someone who's on the fence. Use the code KING26 at checkout to get this price.

This 2-in-1 laptop from HP has a Ryzen 5 CPU for solid performance and long battery life. The 14-inch touchscreen IPS display has a 1920 x 1200 resolution, and it has 16GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. This discount makes this laptop worth snapping up before RAM and storage shortages start to impact prices soon.

This hair dryer from Shark is not only fast-drying and compact, but it also helps reduce frizz and the temperature auto-adjusts depending on the attachment used. Our biggest gripe was its price, but this 43% discount takes care of that handily.

If you're finding that your work laptop's webcam just isn't cutting it anymore when you dial in for a virtual meeting, then you might consider investing in a dedicated camera like the Logitech MX Brio. It has exceptional 4K video quality, AI-powered image enhancement, a built-in privacy shutter and noise reduction for the microphone. This discount still admittedly makes this a pricey upgrade for some, but it's still a much cheaper purchase than a new laptop.

ThinkPad laptops may be known as a favourite among corporate fleets for decades now, but it doesn't mean consumers should shun this workhorse. These PCs are no-nonsense machines known for their reliability and repairability, even developing a cult following online. This discount for a Ryzen 5-equipped laptop with 16GB of DDR5 RAM makes this hard to pass up.

We've called the Apple Watch SE 3 the best Apple smartwatch for most people, thanks to its S10 Chip — making it just as powerful and speedy the higher end Series 11 or Ultra 3 watches. This discount may not look much, but this is pretty good for a current Apple product.

This 16-inch gaming laptop from HP boasts a beefy Ryzen AI 9 processor, an Nvidia GeForce RTZ 5070 Ti GPU and a whopping 32GB of DDR5 RAM. If you're in the market for a top-tier machine, this discount makes the HP Omen Max a tempting buy especially in a period of RAM and storage shortages.

This 43-inch LED TV has 4K resolution, HDR and a 50Hz refresh rate, as well as 7 years of software support. It's not the fanciest TV but for just under NZ$600, this one's hard to pass up.

This classic stick vacuum from Dyson is the company’s most affordable model and this discount makes it even more tempting for anyone looking to upgrade to a modern stick vacuum. While this doesn’t have the latest and greatest tech, it’ll still do the basics quite adequately. With up to 40 minutes of fade free suction, it can easily clean hard floors, carpets and more. It can also be used as a compact handheld vacuum, making it easy to access hard to reach spaces.

This is Ninja’s first go at making a coffee machine, proving to be a hit among Ninja fans and professional reviewers alike. The Luxe Café Premier is a 3-in-1 machine that brews quality espresso, drip coffee, and fast cold brew using its Barista Assist technology, an integrated grinder, and weight-based dosing. This discount for a well-received espresso machine should make this even more tempting for any coffee lover looking to upgrade their home barista setup.

This top-spec laptop from HP has a touchscreen OLED display in 3K resolution that's great for media consumption, while also powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and 32GB of DDR5 RAM. It's still a pricey laptop, but this discount for a device spec'd like this will be a bargain as the RAM and storage shortage will start to make tech more expensive.

This gaming laptop features an Intel Core Ultra 7 chipset, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU and a whopping 32GB of DDR5 RAM. At a time of RAM and storage shortages, a discount for a laptop with these specs is hard to overlook.

This entry-level, no-frills Android tablet from Samsung is great for media consumption and basic computing tasks that can be a solid Mother's Day gift or an affordable toy for schoolkids that are still on holiday. This already cheap tablet getting a further discount is an easy pick.

The LG C5 is our favourite TV here at TechRadar, thanks to its excellent picture quality and competitive price point. This size would make it more suited for gaming, and the 144Hz refresh rate makes it even better for that use case. This discount makes this TV a hard one to pass up if you don't need a full-sized for your living room.

Can't wait for the official HBO Max launch in NZ this year to watch the new Harry Potter TV series? Perhaps this discounted Hogwarts Lego set would tide you over in the meantime. This 6,020-piece set will keep you busy enough until the HBO Max launch, and it looks great in person, too.

If you're in the market for new AirPods but don't want the in-ear design of the AirPods Pros (or if you're on a budget), PBTech has the 4th generation Apple earbuds on sale. They're great sounding, secure and comfortable to wear even without the eartips. The ANC version is also discounted at NZ$294.

The name points to its extremely compact form factor that packs everything inside the handle – a tube that measures just 3.8cm in diameter, roughly the same size as a ping pong ball. It might sacrifice some suction power, so it’s not suited for cleaning carpets, but it is very nimble and manoeuvrable when used on hard floors. A discount like this for a newly released and innovative Dyson vacuum is tempting for those with smaller spaces with hard floors.

This large screen 2-in-1 laptop from HP uses a latest-generation Intel Series 2 Core Ultra 5 226 CPU for solid performance and long battery life. The 16-inch touchscreen IPS display has a 1920 x 1200 resolution, and there’s a whopping 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage plus the latest features like Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4 and a facial recognition webcam. This 35% discount for a powerful Windows laptop is worth snapping up before RAM and storage shortages start to impact prices on devices like these soon.

This stick vacuum brings improvements over the standard Dyson V11 released in 2019, with increased suction, a click-in battery and a new Motorbar cleaner head. It also carries over the standard V11’s 60-minute battery life and the ability to adjust suction depending on floor type. A Dyson that’s NZ$551 cheaper than RRP is already a deal in my books, and the fact that the V11 Advanced is a good quality sick vacuum makes it even more tempting.

The FE tablet above is the better tablet, but at this price the S10 Lite might be the better buy for some. While the above competes with the iPad Air, at this price the Lite is facing off against the baseline iPad. If you're looking for a tablet to watch, scroll and draw on, this is a great buy.

We named this sit/stand desk as one of our most recommended thanks to its built-in power and cable management. The major downside from our review was the price, so this discount should address that concern somewhat if you're looking to upgrade your gaming or WFH setup.

Apple's latest noise-cancelling buds represent a significant upgrade from the AirPods Pro 2, but at full price they’re significantly more expensive. This discount takes care of that nicely (although if you're a Pro 2 user it's not worth the upgrade). New features in this model include a heart-rate monitor and even better ANC than before. I personally also think they're the best-fitting AirPods Apple has made to date.

This video doorbell from Amazon subsidiary Ring is the company's entry-level offering that still offers features like head-to-toe HD video and colour night vision. This does require a paid subscription to unlock some features, but this discount should partly address some of that concern.

To celebrate MAR10 Day, MightyApe has discounted a slew of Mario and Nintendo products, including this Lego set for adults featuring the Italian plumber on his signature go-kart in the Mario Kart franchise. This set has 1,972 pieces to form a 32cm long model that would be a great addition to any Mario or Nintendo fan’s space. Be quick, as these Mario Day deals end tomorrow, March 11.

If you’re cooking for a crowd a lot and your current air fryer struggles to feed many mouths, the 10.4L Ninja XXXL FlexDrawer Air Fryer might just be for you. While the large capacity also means it’ll take up more counter space, our review found the FlexDrawer easy to use and has constantly produced great cooking results. Paying more than NZ$500 for an air fryer may be a big ask for many households, but this deal makes the FlexDrawer hard to pass up for those who like to cook for a crowd.

While ice cream is usually synonymous with summer and hot weather, I personally find it’s still an enjoyable treat all-year round, so this deal for Ninja’s Creami ice cream maker should be right up your alley if you’re just like me. Our review found it makes creamy and smooth frozen desserts, and also does dairy-free ice cream well. At full price it is tricky to outright recommend, but this deal should make it a bit more tempting.

Dyson may be known for its stick vacuums these days, but the Dyson Big Ball Absolute is a great workhorse corded vac providing consistent power, making it a fantastic choice for those who have carpets all around their homes. This deal doesn’t quite make this the cheapest Dyson vacuum right now, but if you value a vacuum that never needs recharging, this one might be for you.

The MX Master is my personal favourite mouse for productivity with its ergonomic shape, customisable buttons, and a second scroll wheel for horizontal scrolling. It’s built for working, so gamers will want to look elsewhere – such as the Logitech G305 that’s also discounted – but this discount should make this a compelling buy for anyone who’s looking to upgrade their work or study mouse.

If the HP laptop above is still quite out of your price range or if the specs are too overkill, then this ThinkPad all-rounder for less than half the price might be for you. With an Intel Core 5 processor and 16GB of RAM, this laptop is powerful enough for work and study, all wrapped in the iconic matte black ThinkPad look. With RAM and storage prices set to go up in 2026, this 39% discount makes it a deal that’s hard to resist.

This 2-in-1 MagSafe-compatible charger from Ugreen allows you to simultaneously charge your iPhone (from 12 series and up) and your AirPods (or other earbuds and accessories that support wireless charging). The phone charger is rated at 7.5W and the bottom charger is at 5W, but Ugreen says using a charging adapter of at least 25W (sold separately) would further maximise charging efficiency. For any discerning Apple fan, this deal makes this charger hard to pass up.

When these first came out in 2023, Soundcore positioned them as a much cheaper competitor to the premium noise-cancelling headphones from Sony and Bose. I did own a pair and I’d say the company’s claims check out – the ANC was great for the price, but the lengthy battery life was arguably its best feature. TechRadar’s review noted that it feels a bit cheap, but for NZ$158, it’s hardly a dealbreaker.

The Dreame Hair Gleame hair dryer is an affordable alternative to premium options from bigger brands, retaining a similar aesthetic to some that have a cult-like following. Performance-wise it’s no slouch with its motor spinning at 110,000 RPM for fast airflow and quick drying. It also has built-in ion technology, which results in smooth, shiny hair. The slim and lightweight build also makes it easy to use and comfortable to hold.

If you’re a frequent traveller or if you’re just looking to have a single charging brick for all your smaller tech, this three-port 65W charger from Ugreen delivers fast charging even with all three slots taken. Our reviewer wasn’t a fan of its looks and the fact that the prongs aren’t foldable (a limitation of using GaN technology), but for this price, I’m sure those are minor enough to overcome for most of you.

With more storage, a brighter screen and wireless charging, the Paperwhite Signature Edition is arguably the best-value Kindle in our opinion. Plus, you can grab it in the Amazon-exclusive Jade colour at this discounted price.

Want to read in colour? The Kindle Colorsoft is one of the best ereaders with a colour display, even offering a feature to make the hues more vivid. As noted in our Kindle Colorsoft review, once you experience a colour ereader of the Colorsoft's quality, it's hard to go back.

Kindles are known for their reading capabilities, but with the Kindle Scribe, you get that and more. With a wide range of writing features, you can take notes, create sketches and brainstorm. We loved its 10.2-inch glare-free screen that has its own ambient light sensor to adjust screen brightness automatically, as well as its battery life.

These are some of the best budget earbuds (even at their original price) you can get today, delivering punchy, detailed sound complete with support for 360 Reality Audio spatial audio. They do miss out on ANC, but otherwise they're a fantastic set of earbuds that prove you don't need to spend hundreds of dollars for great sound. Make sure to apply the NZ$16.47 coupon for the full saving.

These affordable earbuds with ANC are brimming with features, including a range of ANC modes, EQ presets and other audio adjustments. They sound good (but you'll want to tweak it from the default) and they'll last up to 7.5 hours with ANC on before they need a recharge. Check out our Earfun Air Pro 4 review for more info and take advantage of this offer.

Our esteemed colleagues at What Hi-Fi? said this turntable from JBL is a surefire winner in the budget space. It has a great quality built-in phono output making connection to an amplifier as easy as possible (but you can bypass it if you wish), or you can stream via Bluetooth to a wireless speaker. If you're looking for a turntable upgrade, or a solid starting point to enter the world of vinyl, this JBL spinner is an excellent choice.

This ergonomic vertical mouse is perfect for small hands and it encourages better posture, thus reducing aches along the wrist, shoulder and shoulder blade. I use it myself (I have the white colourway) and can't recommend it highly enough, even at full price.

The X-E5 is a far cry from the budget options that used to be in the X-E range. It upgrades to a 40.2MP APS-C sensor, shoots at up to 20fps in burst mode with a 66-shot RAW buffer, and the sensor is stabilised too. If you like the rangefinder look, this is one heck of a compact package that you will need to buy a lens for.

It's been cheaper than this before, but this is still a fantastic saving on an excellent Nikon full-framer. The 24.6MP sensor can shoot at up to 120fps, records 6K video, has built-in image stabilisation and has dual card slots, including one for a CFexpress device to make full use of its speed.

While this deal is more expensive than the Prime Day price, this headset is an easy recommendation it at this price. Read our Corsair HS80 Max review for the full scoop, but we gave it 4 stars, and say it has a good sound, comes with both wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, a bunch of EQ options, plus RGB lighting.

By now you probably already own GTA 5, and given it's sold over 200 million copies you're in good company. But just in case, you can grab it for PS5 or Xbox for one of the cheapest prices we have seen. If you've somehow never heard of GTA 5 at all, then rest assured there are plenty of good reasons why people are still buying it today.

Bright, easy to use and even more easily expanded, the Philips Hue lightstrip is the go-to LED light strip for a reason. Pairing it with the Hue Bridge unlocks its true power, and it's a clean way to add accent lighting to any surface, with a range of brightness and colour options to choose from.

Want to make your home movies more immersive? This Govee backlight and camera system effectively extends the on-screen image beyond its bezelled confines and accurately tracks colours and flashes to the wall behind. It can also sync with music to dance along to your favourite tunes. Note that this is designed for 55 to 65-inch TVs.

There is excellent value for money here as this one tool will take care of hair anywhere on the body. It comes with 15 attachments and offers 26 hair length settings. Its battery life also promises to be just as good – up to 4 weeks on a single charge. It also happens to be waterproof.