Drop’s signature MT3 profile mechanical keycaps are buy one get one free

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I hope you don't sleep on this round of deals because Saturdays are usually for sleeping in. Drop has an exclusive collection of profile keycaps for Cherry-style mechanical keyboards. You can get two base or ortholinear sets of keycaps for the price of one when you use code MT3FREE until February 20th. That may sound like a lot of jargon for a mechanical keyboard, but we're here to help people learn as well as save.

Drop's signature MT3 keycaps have a deep scalloped shape for your fingers to rest in as you type. They are made of high quality plastic and fit most Cherry MX keyboard switches. They are designed by Matt3o and come in a variety of funky colors. You can only get this deal on the base kits, and prices range from $110 to $130 per set.

Since Drop has exclusive rights to the tooling, there are no imitations or counterfeits out there that can be used to rip these off. If you hurry, you can still get a pair of cool sets with this offer and save 50 percent.

The top of the keycap is heavily slanted so that your fingers rest in as you type. These sets are for keyboard switches. Drop is giving away buy-one-get-one free until February 20th.

For a deal that isn't just for us keyboard lovers. The latest 16-inch MacBook Pro, which has been a hit with content creators and power users alike, is now available for $2,299 at Amazon and Best Buy. The base-level model, which comes with the M1 Pro 10-core processor, 16-core graphics card, 16 gigabytes of memory, and 512 gigabytes of storage, is $200 off. The larger MacBook Pro is ideal for photo and video editing because of its excellent display and blazing-fast performance, especially when using native Apple apps like Final Cut X. Read the review.

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The new 16-inch MacBook Pro is a creative powerhouse. The M1 Pro or M1 Max can be used with up to three external displays and a 4K TV at the same time, thanks to its vast array of ports.

• $2,299 at Best Buy (512GB)
• $2,299 at Amazon (512GB)

At Best Buy and Amazon, the 980 Pro is on sale for $169.99, complete with a heatsink. The M.2 is fast enough for a serious PC or even the PS5 and right now it is $80 off its regular price. The price is even lower at Amazon, where you can pick it up for the second-best price to date. This robust drive will allow you to double the storage capacity of your PS5 by holding a fair amount of games.

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The 980 Pro is capable of sequential read speeds of up to 7,000MB/s and write speeds of up to 5,000MB/s. It's a great choice for a modern PC or PS5.

• $170 at Best Buy
• $170 at Amazon

If you're into PC gaming, or simply want a high-quality mouse that doesn't look like a UFO that's about to take off from your desk, the Logitech G Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse is on sale. You will never guess the design of this mouse just by looking at it. It can easily blend in with any desk setup, something that is a common occurrence with many gaming-focused peripherals.

The last-gen G Pro is still available at a lower price than the newer G Pro X Superlight, which is currently on sale at Amazon for $149. You can go wrong with the original model.

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The G Pro is a mouse with a history of being used for competitive gaming. It was made in collaboration with professional gaming teams who valued its lightweight stature and ergonomics.

• $78 at Amazon
• $78 at Gamestop

Microsoft's Xbox Stereo Headset is already an affordable value proposition at its full price of $59.99, but it is now a steal given it is currently available for $46 at Amazon, Microsoft, Target, and Best Buy. The headset is wired with a 3.5mm cable, similar to the pricier Xbox Wireless Headset. The same wire makes it compatible with a lot of things, including non-Xbox consoles like the PS5 and Nintendo Switch. If you want a no frills gaming headset that nails the essentials, these are worth a look. Read the review.

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Microsoft's Xbox Stereo Headset offers a no-fuss, wired solution for gaming on the Xbox One and Series X / S, as well as PCs and just about anything with a 3.5mm connection. The gaming headset is similar to the Xbox Wireless Headset, but lacks features like the chat/game audio mix dial.

• $46 at Target
• $46 at Amazon

The Xbox Elite Series 2 controller is back to an all-time low of $139.99 at Walmart. The customization options of the Elite Series 2 allow you to adjust how the controller feels with a swappable D-pad and thumbsticks. You can have the edge in first-person shooters and other games where it is essential to keep both thumbs on the sticks at all times, thanks to the optional rear paddle buttons. Read the review.

One of our favorite controllers is the Xbox Elite Series 2. It's an improvement on the already excellent Elite Controller, with deep customization, optional rear paddle buttons, and a swappable D-pad and analog sticks that allow you to tailor its layout to suit your play style.

• $140 at GameStop
• $140 at Walmart

Some more deals to not snooze at

• One of Intel’s 12th Gen Core i7 desktop CPUs is discounted at Amazon right now. The Intel 12700KF is $350.98 (about $39 off, requires a discrete GPU to use).
• Hori’s Zelda-themed D-Pad Controller for the Nintendo Switch is $19.99 ($5 off) at Amazon. The Joy-Con replacement lacks motion controls, wireless connectivity, and HD rumble support, but it makes up for it with better functionality when playing games in handheld mode thanks to an integrated D-Pad. Read our review.
• Another excellent ergonomic upgrade for the Switch, PowerA’s Joy-Con Comfort Grip, is just $9.88 ($5.11 off) in either red or black at Amazon. These grips offer improved comfort over Nintendo’s first-party offering (and for far less money).
• HyperX’s CloudX is currently on sale at Amazon for $44.99 ($25 off), its second-best price to date. The comfortable gaming headset's in-line volume controls may not be as snazzy as the rotatable earcup on the Xbox headset mentioned above, but it offers larger 50mm drivers, a detachable mic, and a 3.5mm wired connection for use with any console.
• You can pick up a refurbished, 128GB Oculus Quest 2 for $249 ($50 off) via a reputable seller on eBay right now, one with a 99-percent positivity rating. The virtual reality headset also comes in like-new condition with a two-year warranty through Allstate. Read our review.

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