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Amazon shoppers snap up two Echo Pop devices for £27 in huge Black Friday deal

For Amazon shoppers on the hunt for a smashing deal on its Alexa-powered Echo devices, we've just spotted an offer that's too good to miss. Amazon currently has a deal where shoppers can bag two Echo Pops for only £43 by using the code ECHOPOP - but we have a way to get it for less than £30 through a new deal. Thanks to TopCashback , new Amazon Prime shoppers and new TopCashback members can not only take advantage of this deal but also knock £15 off the price, meaning they'll pay £27.04 for the pair. The Echo Pop may be one of the more affordable Alexa-powered Bluetooth devices, but it still packs a punch. For existing members of TopCashback, the bundle will set you back £42.04 after cashback. Buyers can use it to check the time, weather, and even control their smart home gadgets. The devices come in a variety of colours, including Charcoal, White, Lavender and Teal. This means users can find a speaker that seamlessly blends into their home decor. As we mentioned, new TopCashback shoppers and new Prime members can get £15 off when they sign up to this link , reports Wales Online . However, for those who are a bit confused, here's a quick rundown on how to snag the offer. For new members of TopCashback and Prime members of Amazon, they'll pay £27.04 after cashback, while existing members of TopCashback and Prime members of Amazon will pay £42.04 after cashback for both. But for those who want to shop around for some alternatives, there's plenty to snap up. Those who just want a basic Bluetooth speaker to play music can grab this JBL Go Party speaker for £19.99 on Argos. There's also the more expensive HomePod Mini by Apple on B&Q for £84.99. As for the Echo Pop, it's been receiving rave reviews from shoppers who are loving its sound, size and performance. One chuffed customer gushed: "I'm really impressed with the Echo Pop. "The sound quality is clear and full for such a small speaker, and it easily connects through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Alexa responds quickly, making it super convenient for music, weather updates, and smart home control. The compact size fits perfectly on my desk, and the charcoal colour looks sleek. Excellent value for money." Another gave the device a thumbs up but had a gripe about the power cable length. They said: "Sound quality is excellent for a small device. Setting it up was easy. "Lots of fun features to play around with. The size makes it easy to find a space for it, but the power cable is short, which does limit choices (in my house at least, due to socket spacing and room layout)." And another satisfied customer enthused: "I love this Echo! It's the second one I've bought. Even though it's one of the more affordable versions, it doesn't disappoint at all."

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Home cooks snap up 'amazing' Ninja air fryer with rare 20% Argos price drop

For home cooks who are in the market for a new air fryer and want a payday deal, Argos might have a perfect offer to jump on. Ninja is known for its premium air fryers, and now shoppers can get a model for less. The Ninja Foodi 4-in-1 version has dropped to £119.99 thanks to a 20% saving for a limited time. It's one of Ninja's most popular offerings when it comes to air fryers, featuring two drawers and a spacious 7.6L capacity. It comes with four cooking functions – Air Fry, Max Crisp, Roast and Reheat. The Ninja's Sync function also allows users to cook different foods in each drawer using various functions, temperatures, and cooking times. Multiple meals can be prepared at one and the large 7.6L capacity is also perfect for couples or families, fitting up to 1kg of fries or a 1.6kg chicken into each drawer. Both drawers and crisper plates are non-stick and dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning too. For those who want to spend a little more and need a larger air fryer, options are available. Currys is selling a larger 11L dual-basket air fryer for £129.99 - a pretty big £70 saving. There's also this Wowcher 8L air fryer for only £24.99 - perfect for those who are on a tight budget but want to benefits of an air fryer. When it comes to reviews, the Ninja air fryer has glowing feedback with 4.8 stars out of five with more than 300 reviews, with many shoppers calling it 'amazing'. One shopper said: "Bought as a gift for my niece for helping me. She loved it from the first day she had it. Never using one before took it straight home and cooked a small gammon with roast potatoes. "So easy to use. Definitely recommend. Simple and uncomplicated to use." Another reviewer said: "Have had the air fryer for about 2 weeks now. Must say it is a very convenient way to cook. "Food is nice crisp and dry most times and is piping hot. I like the dual drawers which can be synced to have all foods ready at the same time. "The drawers are easy to clean, although sometimes we use liners to help with this. Ours is the 7.6L version, which we find adequate for our needs. I would recommend purchasing one of these devices. We thought long and hard about it but we have no regrets." However, for those purchasing an air fryer for the first time, some reviewers have said it can take a while to get used to in terms of timing. One reviewer said: "Very pleased with the air fryer, still getting used to using it. "It helps to give me more space in my conventional oven, and has already produced some delicious food, but times and temps need getting use to!"