TL;DR
This week’s notable discounts include the Amazfit Active 2 fitness tracker at $84.99 across major retailers, Anker’s new 45W Nano Charger pre-release discount at $29.99 with a promo code, and a three-for-$33 4K UHD Blu-ray sale at Amazon through January 19. Additional price cuts cover earbuds, a Nintendo Switch 2 game, and Google’s fourth‑gen Nest Learning Thermostat.
What happened
Retailers and manufacturers rolled out a selection of early‑year discounts this week spanning fitness wearables, chargers, movies and home tech. The Amazfit Active 2 is marked down to $84.99 at Amazon, Best Buy and Target; the tracker offers continuous heart‑rate and blood‑oxygen monitoring, menstrual cycle tracking, offline maps with turn‑by‑turn navigation, a stainless‑steel case, a 2,000‑nit OLED display and up to nine days of battery life. Anker put its new 45W Nano Charger on sale pre‑release for $29.99 on its storefront when buyers use a promo code; the charger includes a built‑in display for charging details and folding 180° prongs, and is set to release on January 20. Amazon is discounting 4K UHD Blu‑ray discs with a deal that lets buyers get three titles for $33 through January 19, with more than 150 movies included.
Why it matters
- The Amazfit Active 2 offers above‑average health and navigation features at a budget price point, widening options for cost‑conscious buyers.
- Anker’s Nano Charger introduces a smart display and device‑aware charging in a compact, travel‑friendly form factor before its official release.
- The Blu‑ray bundle provides a low per‑movie price for collectors and viewers who prefer physical 4K discs during winter streaming slowdowns.
- Discounts on thermostats and accessories show that CES news is coinciding with retail promotions, creating early opportunities to buy new and last‑gen gear.
Key facts
- Amazfit Active 2 sale price: $84.99 (about $15 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target.
- Active 2 advertised features: continuous heart rate and blood oxygen tracking, menstrual cycle tracking, offline maps with turn‑by‑turn navigation, stainless‑steel case, 2,000‑nit OLED display, up to nine days of battery life.
- Anker 45W Nano Charger sale price: $29.99 on Anker’s store with promo code WS24D5XT3DV9 ($10 off); official release date January 20.
- Anker charger highlights: built‑in display showing power flow, charge level and temperature; folding prongs that rotate 180°; can adjust charging for iPhone 15 or newer and iPad Pro models from 2020 or later.
- Amazon Blu‑ray promotion: three 4K UHD discs for $33 (about $11 per movie) through January 19, covering over 150 titles.
- Sample Blu‑ray titles included in the sale: Superman, Wicked, Inception, The Thing (1982), 2001: A Space Odyssey, Scarface.
- To play 4K Blu‑ray discs you need a compatible player such as Panasonic’s UB820‑K or DP‑UB420‑K, or a disc‑based Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5.
- Other deals this week: last‑gen Shokz OpenRun Pro earphones for $109.95 ($50 off); Donkey Kong Bananza (physical) for $62.99 ($8 off) at Walmart and Amazon; Google’s fourth‑gen Nest Learning Thermostat for $219.89 ($60 off) at Walmart.
What to watch next
- Anker Nano Charger official release and wider availability on January 20 (confirmed in the source).
- The Amazon three‑for‑$33 4K Blu‑ray promotion ends January 19 (confirmed in the source).
- Whether these specific discounts will be extended or reappear after the listed end dates: not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- 4K UHD Blu‑ray: A physical disc format that stores video at 4K resolution and high dynamic range; requires a compatible 4K Blu‑ray player or console to play.
- Fitness tracker: A wearable device that monitors health and activity metrics such as heart rate, steps, sleep and sometimes blood oxygen.
- OLED display: A screen technology where each pixel emits its own light, typically offering high contrast and vibrant colors at lower power in some modes.
- Matter: An industry protocol designed to improve interoperability across smart‑home devices from different manufacturers (generic definition).
Reader FAQ
How much is the Amazfit Active 2 on sale for and where?
The tracker is listed at $84.99 at Amazon, Best Buy and Target according to the source.
What does the Anker 45W Nano Charger offer and when does it launch?
The charger provides up to 45W, a built‑in display for charging details, folding 180° prongs and device‑aware charging for some Apple devices; it is set to release on January 20 and is available on Anker’s storefront for $29.99 with a promo code.
Do I need special hardware to watch the discounted 4K Blu‑rays?
Yes — a 4K Blu‑ray player or a disc‑based Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 is required to play 4K UHD discs.
Will these deals remain available long term?
Not confirmed in the source.
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Sources
- Amazfit’s Active 2 tracker and Blu-rays are this week’s best deals
- Amazfit's stylish budget tracker is nearly matching its best …
- Amazfit Active 2 Smartwatch
- Amazfit – Active 2 Smartwatch 44mm Silicone – Black – (2025)
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