There’s nothing quite like being told you can’t be outside to make you want to be outside, but that’s a bad idea right now. Like many of you, we’ve been finding new ways to keep ourselves busy indoors, whether that’s taking up a new hobby like bread baking or just laying on the couch binge-watching all 22 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
We’ve also been scouring the web for deals on products that might be extra helpful in this time of self-isolation, from headphones and games to home goods. And while you are keeping your distance from others, we encourage you to support your local businesses and check out any local aid organizations that might be taking donations of supplies for those who might not have them. Take care of each other.
For more ways to stay entertained and productive, this week we’ve looked at how to get free Kindle books with a library card, how to keep your social life alive at a distance, and how to teleconference like a pro.
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Headphones & Laptops
Check out our guides to the Best Wireless Headphones, Best Wirefree Earbuds, and Best Laptops for more recommendations.
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Master & Dynamic MW50 Wireless on-Ear Headphones for $125 ($124 off with code WFH50): Like most Master & Dynamic headphones, the MW50s aren’t exactly cheap, but they produce incredible sound (9/10 WIRED Recommends), and at half their usual price, they’re a steal.
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Master & Dynamic MW07 Wireless Earbuds for $100 ($100 off with code WFH50): These are among our favorite wireless earbuds, and normally their premium sound commands a premium price, but until Sunday, they’re half off.
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ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14-Inch Laptop for $1,849 ($1,000 off): I don’t usually get excited about business laptops, but the ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a business laptop with serious horsepower and style to match.
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ThinkPad X280 12-Inch Laptop for $849 ($1,230 off): The ThinkPad X280 is a great everyday laptop and it’s super portable, which will be important when we’re able to go outside again.
Games & Accessories
