Get 'powerful' Samsung laptop at half price thanks to EE's back-to-school deal
Back to school time is an expensive one for parents. Between PE kits, backpacks, and uniform, mothers and fathers might be feeling the pinch big style this year. And for that reason, technology could be out the question.
However, EE has unveiled a "massive" back-to-school deal in the form of the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Core i5 Laptop for just £399 in its latest 'tech drop' that could save the day for parents whose kids need a new piece of kit.
Parents can purchase the Core i5 for just £399 (RRP £799) – delivering a whopping £400 saving. Recognising the needs of parents and students preparing for the new academic year, EE's limited-time offer"makes a high-quality laptop affordable".
Wondering how you get your hands on it? Well, the gadget is available exclusively through the EE App.
But beware - there are just a limited amount of the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Core i5 Laptops offered on a first-come-first-serve basis, so if you think it's the piece of kit for you, you'll need to be quick off the mark.
And the tech drop starts today, Tuesday, August 19, so those interested in the deal should look into snapping it up as soon as possible.
And this laptop is designed with students and schoolwork in mind, offering a perfect blend of performance, portability, and practicality that parents will appreciate.
Key features include a slim, lightweight design - weighing only 1.55kg making it easy to carry in a backpack - as well as Stereo speakers powered by Dolby Atmos for the highest quality sound.
The 15.6" Full HD screen is large enough for split-screen multitasking and reading, while an internal processor gives you the ultimate speed and is capable of handling everyday tasks like document editing and video streaming.
Tech deal of the week
Shoppers looking for a set of budget earbuds are in luck as Amazon has a set that shoppers say work 'as well as Apple Airpods.'
The Jxrev Wireless Earbuds usually retail for £24.99, but shoppers can now snap them up for £18.99 in a limited time deal.
Providing up to eight hours of playtime from a single charge, these earbuds will let users listen to their favourite tunes, audiobooks and podcasts uninterrupted for hours on end. When used with the charging case, this boosts up to 40 hours.
For those worried about losing battery in the middle of the day, the charging case also comes with an LED display so users know exactly how much battery is remaining.
On top of this, shoppers will get clear calls as the earbuds come with environmental noise cancellation which will cancel out or suppress background noise to make users sound clearer.
Many shoppers have raved over these earbuds, which currently have a 4.3 star rating.
One happy shopper said: "These fit brilliantly and once you know what taps to do and when; they are excellent quality, value, usability and size. Great delivery speed too.
"They fit my tiny ear canals brilliantly with no discomfort or problem using them. Easy to set up Bluetooth. They were 100 per cent charged which was greatly appreciated."
To buy the Jxrev Wireless Earbuds, click HERE.
If you want to shop around, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15.6in i5 8GB 256GB Laptop + M365 Bundle can be snapped up for £349 on Argos.
The IdeaPad Slim 3 is "smart and made for heavy on-the-go users from libraries and cafes to airport terminals", with a lightweight and thin profile that's 10 per cent slimmer than the previous generation yet still military-grade rugged.
Alternatively, if you want to go for something a bit cheaper, the ASUS CX34 14" Chromebook Plus from Currys could be a shout for tasks like running Office, and giving you a bunch of AI-powered Google features.
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Otherwise, the full low down is as follows on how to secure EE's latest Tech Drop is as follows.
Discounts are available to both EE and non-EE customers - meaning it is truly open to everyone.
Existing EE mobile and home broadband customers will get early notice of EE Tech Drops up to 24 hours before each drop – all they need to do is download the EE App and opt-in to notifications.
So, if you think this could be perfect for the budding learner in your house, don't hesitate to get the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Core i5 Laptop.
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