As I ran around the house picking up discarded cat toys and odd socks, I began to feel a nagging sense of doubt. I knew that no matter how hard I worked, I would soon receive a distress call from our robot vacuum, Gizmo IV, who always gets stuck in the same spot under the couch. After Gizmo finishes, I then have to pick hair out of the carpet, which Gizmo expertly clumps but never sucks in. After that, I could look forward to a face full of dust as I emptied its tiny, barely-half-full bin (despite Gizmo's protests that it can hold no more). In fact, the week after pitching this very article, I came downstairs to find foul-smelling skid marks across the floors. At first, I feared an infection had prompted her to wipe all over the house.

As the holiday weekend approaches, deals on the latest gadgets have been popping up across the web. Apple's 10.2-inch iPad is $30 off right now and Solo Stove, the maker of compact, stainless steel fire pits, has knocked $120 off most of its devices. We even have a few holdouts from Amazon Prime Day still available, like deals on Anker's Eufy RoboVac 11S and a two-pack Nest WiFi system. Here are the best July 4th tech deals we could find. The 10.2-inch iPad remains on sale for $299, or $30 off its normal price.

We all could use a little help keeping our homes clean, and now we live in an age where robots are actually capable of lending a (mechanical) hand. Robot vacuums are some of the most recognizable smart home gadgets available today with their circular shapes and propensity for bumping into walls. While they provide an undeniable convenience, they can also have high price tags. It's not unheard of to drop close to $1,000 on a high-end robo-vac. But unlike just a few years ago, today there are plenty of budget robot vacuum options to choose from.

The 26 best gifts for mom that she'll actually want (Photo: UGG / Capri Blue) If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY's newsroom and any business incentives. Of all the people you shop for, mom can be the most challenging. Though she may tell you she doesn't need anything, you need to get her a gift, and--considering all she's done for you--it better be a good one. There's plenty of cool stuff out there your mom would love, so we've rounded up the 26 best gifts for all different types of moms.

If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA Today's newsroom and any business incentives. In my opinion, there's no better way to start the week than shopping a good deal. Not only do you get the excitement of getting something delivered, but you also save some cash. Between Gold Box deals and price tracking our favorite products, we managed to find some incredible deals on Amazon that are actually worth shopping.

If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA Today's newsroom and any business incentives. Love shopping on Amazon but hate spending a ton of money? Whether you're searching for new kitchen gadgets or products that can help you relax after a long day, Amazon offers a range of items that can vastly improve your everyday life. Here at Reviewed, we're always trying to hunt down the best bargains online.

Get the things you actually want like robot vacuums and French presses. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA Today's newsroom and any business incentives. The best way to celebrate the middle of the week is sifting through deals, in my humble option. I mean, there's no better feeling than scoring a great price on a product you were planning on buying anyway.

There are almost too many amazing ways to save this weekend. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA Today's newsroom and any business incentives. Amazon Prime Day starts in less than two days, but you don't have to wait until midnight (PST) on Sunday to find incredible discounts, nor do you need to shop just on Amazon. It turns out there are a lot of deals on Amazon and sales at other major retailers already available that are actually totally worth it.

These great deals are the perfect way to jumpstart your weekend. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA Today's newsroom and any business incentives. There are so many reasons to get pumped that the weekend has finally arrived. All the great deals you can grab on everything from the latest fashion and beauty products to meat thermometers and more.

You can finally take a break from your weekly floor cleanings with the Eufy RoboVac 11S. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY's newsroom and any business incentives. Stating the obvious here, but one of the worst ways to spend a summer's day is to be stuck inside cleaning. When the weather is warm and sunny, the absolute last thing I want to think about is how desperately my apartment needs tidying.