Today’s top sales: a $250 MacBook Air markdown, 35% off a Ninja blender and more

Trust us: This doesn’t happen often. Apple’s newest MacBook Air laptop just went on sale — and for its lowest price yet. For a limited time, you can snag it for nearly 25% off at Amazon. A few quick highlights: This model has a 13.6-inch liquid retina display screen and weighs only 2.7 pounds. Its powerful speed and performance come courtesy of Apple’s latest M3 chip. The Air also boasts 8GB of unified memory, 256GB of storage and up to 18 hours of battery life. Plus, it’s marked down in all four colors, so you can get one that suits your style. For a little more dough, you can upgrade the storage and RAM.

“I recently purchased the 2024 MacBook Air M3 (base model) and it has completely blown me away. For anyone wondering whether the base model is enough, let me assure you, it absolutely is,” said one reviewer. “The M3 chip is incredibly powerful. I haven’t experienced any lag, even with multiple demanding applications open. … This laptop is unbelievably light. I can barely feel it in my bag, making it perfect for commuting or travel.”

Another fan added: “The M3 chip significantly boosts speed and efficiency, making multitasking and running demanding applications a breeze. The backlit keyboard is comfortable to type on, and Touch ID provides quick and secure access to the laptop. The 1080p FaceTime HD camera is a great improvement, offering clear and crisp video quality for virtual meetings.”

Going on a health kick? Here’s your ticket to fast and easy smoothies every day. It comes with two 16-ounce cups for blending fruit, protein powders and more, and two to-go lids so you can drink your creation straight from the blender. Not only does it make it easy to take smoothies on the go, but cleanup is a breeze. The cups are dishwasher-friendly and you can rinse the blade with soap and warm water. 

“I love this blender. I’ve used it to make smoothies nearly every day since I got it several weeks ago,” said one reviewer. “It is really powerful — strong enough to blend ice cubes. The cups are so convenient and I love how I can just put a lid on it and go. Huge points for being dishwasher-safe! This is perfect for single-serve recipes and I’m so glad I purchased it. Definitely one of my most used kitchen appliances.”

Not a fan of AirPods … or just don’t like their hefty price tag? These buds offer 10 hours of life, but then the case provides another 30 hours on a full charge. The active noise cancellation is also pretty impressive. Two microphones detect ambient noise and keep it from your ears, so you only hear what you want. The Active Aware feature helps keep you in the loop about what’s happening around you; important noises such as the honk of a car horn or someone shouting will come through — but the whine of an air-conditioning unit will be blissfully absent. These earbuds also come with a few sets of ear tips to help you find the perfect fit. 

“I purchased these earbuds after my AirPods completely stopped working,” shared one user. “They have been the best earbuds I’ve ever owned, the active noise cancellation works really well for me when I’m trying to sleep or get work done, and the battery lasts forever.”

That substandard performance you’ve been getting from your dryer? A clogged vent could be the culprit. Once you get all the gunk out, your clothes will dry faster and you’ll save energy and money. This kit comes with a hose, an adapter and a guide wire. Once you have the hose attached to your vacuum, remove the lint screen from your dryer. Then, using the guide wire, stick the end of the hose into the slot and turn on your vacuum. Let the vacuum run while moving the hose around inside the dryer — then watch the magic happen as your dryer becomes unchoked.

“I knew my dryer vent had built up lint but I couldn’t really see or reach it. I used the extension to reach down into the vent and within a minute, it got stopped with a golf ball-sized lint ball,” explained one satisfied shopper. “I was able to remove the monstrosity and cleaned out a total of probably four cups of lint. Gross and satisfying! I really do wish I bought this sooner.”

When you think of fitness trackers, FitBit likely comes to mind, and this one’s an all-star from their lineup. It can track your steps, heart rate, stress, sleeping habits and more. It offers up to 10 days of battery life in a compact tracker attached to a soft, silicone band. It’s great for those who want to track their health, but don’t need all the bells and whistles of an Apple watch. 

“I like that it’s less bulky than most smart watches,” said one loyal user. “I don’t use my watch to read, text or answer phone calls — I want to be able to disconnect from that world sometimes, but it does have those capabilities if that is important to you.”

Most medical professionals will tell you that a good night’s sleep is important for your physical and mental health. However, if your mattress is a little too firm for your liking, it may be hard to conk out and stay conked. That’s why you should consider a mattress pad. This on-sale pick has a 100% cotton breathable top and it’s overstuffed with a down alternative fill to make it extra fluffy.

“Love love love this topper, cannot say enough good things about it,” said one happy customer. “As someone with extreme chronic pain in multiple regions of my body, I am telling you to buy this product because it’s such a game changer. The comfort that this topper gives you is beyond what I expected — its as soft as a cloud and your body sinks into the plush sections which help with your pain, regardless of how you are laying.”

Say goodbye to dark circles and under-eye bags! This cream contains three restorative ceramides, moisturizing hyaluronic acid and soothing niacinamide work together to combat dryness and reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. We also love what it doesn’t contain: Eye Repair is fragrance-free, hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic, which means it won’t clog pores.

One shopper came to it via an ophthalmologist: “This eye cream was recommended to me by my eye doctor because I have very sensitive skin around my eyes that burns and peels. I have tried all the expensive department store brands and nothing helped. CeraVe was a miracle! It is very soothing and moisturizing. Makes the skin under my eyes smooth and supple again.”

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, the Mregb Solar Power Bank is the insurance you need to keep your devices charged when power outlets aren’t available. Get it while it’s over 90% off — yes, 90%. This handy battery pack can charge one device up to four times — and it can be juiced up just by sitting in sunlight. Plus, it has a built-in flashlight for emergencies. You won’t want to go camping without it!

“I took this power bank to the desert for military training,” said this soldier. “I was able to charge my phone about four times and the solar power was able to replenish the power I used. Through intense heat and banging this device around whether in my bag or in the Humvee, this thing proved to be a trooper and still in great condition.”

“I bought this portable charger to include in my hiking pack, and it has already shown its value,” wrote one shopper. “I was able to charge two phones from almost dead to 100% without even losing a bar of power. I can easily see the flashlight coming in handy, as it’s bright enough for most scenarios, but I haven’t needed to use it.”

If you’ve got live football on the agenda this fall, do your bum a favor and snag one of these. Not only does make for a softer seat, it provides a bit of back support. When the final whistle blows, just fold it up and toss it on your shoulder with the built-in strap.

“Great seats!” said one fan. “Very comfy. Used at football stadiums, hockey arenas and track meets — very sturdy.”

This hair helper uses coconut, olive, jojoba and pumpkin seed oils to help promote growth. It also works to soften and detangle hair and reduce blow-drying time, which means less heat damage. 

Nearly 24,000 five-star Amazon have pronounced it the real deal. “OMG,” marveled a new convert. “This is one of the best products I have ever purchased. When I say ‘hair growth,’ I mean it. This helps your hair to grow and thicken up, and those bald spots will not be bald anymore after using this growth oil. It even grew my daughter’s edges back. I love it!”