It seems like only a few years ago that Anker made nothing more than batteries and chargers . But 15 years into its history, the company's CES portfolio continues to illustrate how much it's expanded. Among other announcements, the company has a new robot vacuum, video doorbell, outdoor light and smart lock. The company hopes its Eufy Clean Robot Vacuum Omni S2 will be your next robovac. Anker claims the vac works on shag carpets up to about 2 inches (5 cm) in pile height.

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Anker's lifestyle brand Eufy has already swallowed a big chunk of the robot vacuum market and now it's got its sights on your yard. The company has been sharing details of its first two robot mowers since the start of the year, and now they're ready to start selling them. Eufy's E15 and E18 are designed to automate one of the most tedious jobs around the home -- if you're able to pay. I've been testing an E15 for the last few weeks ahead of their retail debut today and I'm fairly impressed. Early robot mowers needed a boundary wire to tell them where they were allowed to mow.

Anker's Eufy 3-in-1 E20 robot vacuum is 150 off right now, as part of Amazon's Big Spring Sale. That brings the price down to 450, which is a record low. For those averse to using Amazon, the deal is also available directly from the company. The E20 made our list of the best robot vacuums, and with good reason. We loved the hybrid functionality, as this robovac quickly transforms into a cordless stick vacuum and a handheld unit.

Tech expert Kurt Knutsson reveals how WalkON enhances walking and jogging with sensors and artificial tendons. Get ready for some pretty cool innovations that are lighting up CES 2025, the world's biggest annual tech event. From AI-powered smart glasses to revolutionary TVs and mind-blowing gadgets, this year's show is proving that the future isn't just knocking. We've scoured the show floor to bring you the most exciting tech that's not just pushing boundaries but completely obliterating them. Enter the giveaway by signing up for my free newsletter.

At CES 2025, Anker has a pair of new speakers under its Soundcore brand. The first, the Soundcore Rave 3S, is a 349 party speaker with AI-powered karaoke tricks and built-in light shows. Joining it is the SoundCore Boom 2 Pro, a more powerful follow-up to its non-Pro namesake, which adds boomier bass and better protection from water and dust. The appropriately named Rave 3S is described as an "AI party speaker" with 200W output and 108dB volume. Anker says it can fill spaces of up to 1,076 square feet. Like some other Soundcore models, its RGB LEDs can create a light show that syncs with the beat of your music.

The first few days of the year are typically sleepy for deals -- and 2025 is proving no different. Since most Black Friday sale prices have expired, big ticket items are back to full price, but we found a few new discounts on smaller tech and accessories from brands we recommend, like Anker, Sony, Amazon Echo and JBL. You can get an Anker charging station for 40 percent off and pick up the Apple Watch Series 10 for 329, a return to its all-time low. An Amazon Echo display is also selling for close to a record low. Here are the best tech deals from this week that you can still get today.

Most tech costs a fair chunk of change (the PS5 Pro and iPad Pro jump to mind), but some smaller electronics are (almost) as exciting. Now that Cyber Monday is here, we've found dozens of deals on inexpensive electronics and accessories that cost less than 50. Unlike other lists you may find today, this one is made up of items we've tested, reviewed or otherwise recommend in our buying and gift guides -- so we think they're actually worth your money. Amazon Echo Pop (2023) for 18 ( 22 off): Amazon's smallest Echo will fit in any room in your home, so Alexa can add things to your shopping list, set a timer, or answer questions (like "What's a bomb cyclone?" or "Who is Penelope Cruz married to?") from anywhere. Anker Nano Charger 30W USB-C for 13 ( 7 off): This compact 30-watt wall charger is smaller than others of its wattage and can speedily juice up an iPhone or Android handset. Anker is one of Engadget's most recommended accessory brands and this is the model we picked for our fast charger guide. Get the same deal at Anker with an auto-applied code. Anker Nano power bank with built-in USB-C connector for 16 ( 4 off): It's the size of an old-timey lipstick case but packs enough juice (and its own USB-C plug) to get a dying smartphone back in service with at least a half charge.

The expensive tech gets all the attention -- thousand-dollar phones and 500 tablets. But the supporting players, the cables and batteries and chargers that make those devices work properly, are just as important. Right now for Black Friday, many of those smaller gadgets are on sale for less than 50 even after the day has passed. And there are even some standalone devices like earbuds and smart speakers that fall well below the threshold. We've tested scads of these smaller, less expensive tech for Engadget buying guides, including the best power banks, iPad accessories, smart plugs and microSD cards. Here, we've gathered up all the Black Friday tech deals under 50 that you can still get on gadgets we recommend. Amazon Echo Pop (2023) for 18 ( 22 off): Amazon's smallest Echo will fit in any room in your home, so Alexa can add things to your shopping list, set a timer, or answer questions (like "What's a bomb cyclone?" or "Who is Penelope Cruz married to?") from anywhere.

When it comes to new tech, 50 doesn't get you a lot-- except perhaps during Black Friday sales. Surprisingly, quite a few of the smaller electronics and accessories we recommend are currently on sale right now for less than 50. These deals include picks from our guides to accessories guides, portable batteries, budget earbuds and smart speakers. Everything on this list has earned the Engadget nod of approval -- like Anker's Nano charger ( 13), Belkin's AirTag holder ( 15) and PopSocket phone grips ( 15). These picks come from stuff we tested for our reviews and buying guides or from personal use and brands we know to be reputable -- so you don't have to guess whether these Black Friday tech deals are worth your (less than) 50. Amazon Echo Pop (2023) for 18 ( 22 off): Amazon's smallest Echo will fit in any room in your home, so Alexa can add things to your shopping list, set a timer, or answer questions (like "What's a bomb cyclone?" or "Who is Penelope Cruz married to?") from anywhere. Anker Nano Charger 30W USB-C for 13 ( 7 off): This compact 30-watt wall charger is smaller than others of its wattage and can speedily juice up an iPhone or Android handset.