Use this long weekend to rest, relax, and save. There are some great #MemorialDaySales on the gear WIRED reviewers recommend. If you buy something using the link below, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. wired.trib.al/vAGtei1 1/6
The GoPro Hero 10 Black is our favorite action camera. Paying $400 for it alone is a good deal that saves you about $50, but this bundle adds even more value: It includes a spare battery and a charger. 📸: GoPro wired.trib.al/BpONPuJ 2/6
This video game is a holdover from last week that's worth mentioning again. Folks feel very strongly about Elden Ring (PS4/5) for $50 ($10 off). You either love it or hate it This is the first discount we've tracked for the popular title. wired.trib.al/KwwxJWA 📸: Amazon 3/6
One of the best PlayStation 5 features has nothing to do with the console itself. We really like the Sony PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller for $59 ($16 off). WIRED reviewers say there's no third-party alternative that packs the same punch. 📸: Sony 4/6 wired.trib.al/mLK2IYB
This giant, squishy Moon Pod Beanbag for $299 ($100 off) is sort of ridiculous…as is its price tag. It's also more comfortable than my sofa. The softcover and dense filling make you feel like you're floating on the moon. 📸: Moon Pod 5/6 wired.trib.al/ANmkCvi
This LG C1 OLED 55-Inch 4K TV for $1,097 ($201 off)
made our list of the best TVs as a top pick for gamers, not just because of the wonderfully rich blacks that OLED panels provide, but also due to its 120-Hz refresh rate support. 📸: LG wired.trib.al/iaGJAYK
It's been a while since the Biolite FirePit+ for $225 ($75 off) has been priced at this low price. We liked the original version; this newer model can be used as a heating source, a phone charger, and a snazzy portable grill. 📸: Biolite wired.trib.al/bpLQz0X
Thermapen One Meat Thermometer for $84 ($21 off) is one of the best grilling accessories. It'll spit out accurate temperatures in less than a second. Enter code SHAREBBQ to see the discount at checkout. 📸: Thermoworks wired.trib.al/Qhjrdum
Our WIRED reviews editor is a huge fan of the Rumpl Blanket for $74 ($25 off). The outdoor-friendly blankets are durable, warm, packable, and available in several eye-catching designs. 📸:Rumpl wired.trib.al/kOPsYQk
The discount on this Allform 3-Seat Sofa for $1,895 ($474 off) isn't quite as good as what we saw on Cyber Monday last year, but it's the best deal we have tracked since then. Allform makes some of the best couches you can buy in a box. 📸:Allform wired.trib.al/HJsweXP
We heartily recommend these Jins Prescription Sunglasses for 30% off, particularly for folks who need a prescription. They look way cooler than your typical Rx frames, and they're also durable, even after years of wear. Use Code 22MEMORIAL30 📸: Jins wired.trib.al/xjo0s4E
Check out our updated #MemorialDaySales story throughout the weekend for the latest and best deals going. It's a great way to save money and support our journalism by shopping through the links provided. wired.trib.al/3xxmMvn
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