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The end of summer is just around the corner, and retailers are chock-full of hot back-to-school deals on all sorts of tech. If you, or a student you know, are looking for a new mobile device (or some accessories to go with it), we picked out 12 great mobile deals currently available from various retailers to save you some time and money.

Smartphone deals

Our smartphones and tablets typically go with us everywhere and tend to get put through the wringer. If your device is looking a little worse for wear and it’s time for a new one, check out these mobile deals on a few brand-name Android and iOS devices:

  • Samsung Galaxy S8: A good phone can make all the difference, whether you’re working on the go or just watching Netflix at home. Save $150 off a Samsung Galaxy S8, then take off an additional $150 with select trade-ins.
  • Refurbished iPhone 6s: Get one of the most popular brands at a reasonable price. This Apple certified-refurbished iPhone is just $449 on Amazon for a limited time.

  • Huawei Honor 8 Unlocked Smartphone

    :     Get all the processing power you need — plus a great camera — for half the price. This Huawei smartphone is available on Amazon for just $320 after a $80 discount.
  • Apple iPad Pro 9.7-inch 128GB: For the Mac lovers out there, B&H has the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, with Apple’s stunning Retina display and 128GB of storage, for $529, giving you a savings of $96 while stock lasts.

Charging accessories

Your mobile devices are useless with a dead battery. Keep your shiny toys juiced up and ready to go with one (or all) of these charging accessories, so you ‘re not left hunting for an outlet or USB port when that little battery icon starts flashing.

  • Anker PowerCore iPhone 7 battery case

    :     The PowerCore battery case from Anker is the perfect way to extend your iPhone’s battery life if you do not want to carry a portable charger around. The PowerCore is Apple MFI-certified and is only $34 on Amazon after a $66 discount.

  • Jackery Bolt 6,000mAh portable charger

    :     The Jackery Bolt power bank fits in your pocket and, unlike other chargers, features Micro USB and Lightning cables that fold into the unit when not in use. Enter the code JACKERY6 at checkout to score this power bank for $27, a savings of $43.

  • Anker PowerLine Lightning cable

    :     Newer Apple products use the company’s proprietary high-speed Lightning cables, and Anker makes some of our favorites. Amazon has 6-foot Anker PowerLine Lightning cables for $9 and

    10-foot cables for $12

    .

  • Titita 10,000mAh solar power bank

    :     A solar charger is great to have in the great outdoors. The rugged Titita 10,000mAh solar power bank can ensure you are never without power, even when you are far away from civilization. It’s available for $21 after a $49 discount.

Headphones and mobile accessories

Bluetooth connectivity makes it easy to cut the cables so you’re not getting tangled up in wires constantly. These wireless audio accessories are the perfect companions for your mobile tech when you’re out and about and don’t want to be without your tunes.

  • Google Daydream View VR headset

    :     The Google Daydream View is one of the best VR headsets on the market if you own a compatible smartphone. This high-quality virtual reality device down to $75 on Amazon for a limited time.

  • Bluedio T3 Bluetooth headphones

    :     The Bluedio T3s are a great way to go wireless while still enjoying the sound quality that full-size headphones deliver. Score these cordless cans for $40 from Amazon and enjoy a $40 discount.
  • GRDE Bluetooth earbuds: Looking for something a bit smaller than headphones? These Bluetooth earbuds from GRDE are just the ticket. A $60 discount knocks them down to just $40 on Amazon.

  • Samsung Gear VR

    :     Get one of the most popular headsets out there. You can enter virtual reality for just $47 after a $53 discount.

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