From May 22 to May 24, shoppers across Amazon, Best Buy, and other major retailers chased a short list of high-demand tech buys—led by a $99 Google Fitbit Air preorder that’s now nearly gone, with other top sellers ranging from compact tools to fast Samsung SS
Memorial Day weekend didn’t just bring sunshine—it brought a familiar kind of digital scramble for tech deals. From May 22 to May 24, ZDNET readers showed up in force for a small set of products that were already trending before the holiday even fully hit.
At the top of the list for several days: a Google Fitbit Air preorder priced at $99. The deal was available on Amazon and Best Buy, but right now the Google Store is the only vendor left. The bundle isn’t just discounted—it’s designed to feel like a win before you even pick a band. Preordering the new Fitbit Air for $99 also comes with a $35 Google Store credit. meant to be used to buy a band of the buyer’s choice. In practical terms, it’s described as “essentially grabbing you the bundle for just $99.” The offer expires on May 25.
The demand doesn’t stop at wearables. In the same weekend’s top-selling lineup, a compact gadget drew attention for one reason: being small enough to matter. Gadget expert Adrian Kingsley-Hughes pointed to the Lifegoo Mini Electric Screwdriver as standing out because of its compact and lightweight design—especially for tight and tricky spaces.
Storage and productivity gear also stayed in the spotlight. Another top-selling item in the weekend’s mix was a 2TB SSD option from Samsung with read and write speeds up to 1,050MB/s, aimed at faster file transfers and backups. It’s identified as No. 4 among the top sellers so far.
For people building a temporary office anywhere, ProtoArc’s CaseUp combo made its case as a traveling remote kit. The kit includes a mouse and a foldable keyboard. both with Bluetooth multi-point connectivity. plus a laptop stand—built to turn a coffee shop or hotel room into a workable setup. Laptop reviewer Kyle Kucharski described it as his go-to option when he’s on the move.
And when the holiday plans lean outdoors, power showed up in the buying pattern. Jackery’s solar generator and power supplies are positioned for camping, hiking, tailgating, and similar summer use. The 1000 V2 model is listed as on sale for $449—almost 50% off—and “flying off shelves.”
Even small annoyances at the desk found a product with traction. Twelve South created the Cable Stay, a weighted anchor designed to hold charging cables in place on your desk, addressing the problem of cables constantly falling behind it. Kyle Kucharski swears by it.
Memorial Day this year lands on Monday, May 25, 2026. It’s a US federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May each year, and it traditionally marks the unofficial start of summer—when deal-hunting and real-world plans tend to overlap.
The common thread across these purchases is speed. The Fitbit Air offer has a clear deadline of May 25. and many of the other items are described as moving fast—whether it’s the portable power that’s already discounted. the compact screwdriver meant for cramped spaces. or the accessories built to make a brief trip feel like a full setup at home.
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