NAS storage can quickly become very expensive once you start looking at higher-capacity drives designed to run around the clock. But I've found a terrific deal on the 12TB Toshiba N300 Pro NAS hard drive, which is now $430 (was $530) at Newegg.

The 3.5-inch drive includes CMR recording technology, a 7,200 RPM rotational speed, 512MB cache, and a SATA 6Gb/s interface. It's designed specifically for NAS use and comes with a five-year warranty.

Why we recommend it

The 12TB capacity gives you plenty of room for backups, media libraries, business files, surveillance footage, and other data, while also making it possible to build a high-capacity NAS without filling every available drive bay.

Toshiba uses conventional magnetic recording (CMR), which is great for NAS devices because it avoids the write-performance compromises associated with shingled magnetic recording (SMR). The 7,200 RPM speed and 512MB cache makes it a better fit than slower 5,400 RPM NAS drives.

Toshiba's N300 Pro range is intended for enterprise NAS use rather than ordinary desktop storage. The five-year warranty is a big advantage if you're buying a drive that you want to use for a number of years.

For other options, take a look at roundups of the best NAS hard drives, and the best NAS devices.

Price context & historical value

Newegg has cut the price of the 12TB Toshiba N300 Pro HDD from $529.99 to $429.99, saving you $100, or almost 19%, which is the cheapest I've seen it there.

At roughly $35.83 per TB, you're paying a premium over general-purpose hard drives, but this is a 7,200 RPM CMR model designed for NAS use and backed by a long warranty.

Should you buy it?

✅ Buy the Toshiba N300 Pro NAS drive if...

You need a high-capacity hard drive for a NAS that will be running continuously. Its CMR technology and 7,200 RPM speed, makes it well suited to demanding home, small-business, and enterprise storage setups.

❌ Skip the Toshiba N300 Pro NAS drive if...

You're simply looking for the cheapest way to add a large amount of storage to a desktop PC. A less expensive general-purpose hard drive makes more sense if you don't need a NAS-focused design.

The Catch: What to know before you buy

This is a traditional 3.5-inch mechanical hard drive, so don't expect SSD-like transfer speeds, near-silent operation, or the low power consumption of flash storage. It's primarily about providing a large amount of dependable NAS storage than speed.

You'll also need to consider the total cost if you're building a multi-bay NAS. Buying four of these drives, for example, would cost you around $1,720 at the current price. The usable capacity will be lower if you configure the system with RAID redundancy.

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The Anker Prime 200W Charger is one of our favorite fast charging stations - and a neat way to save your desk from clutter. We awarded this 4.5 stars and a TechRadar Recommended badge after testing, praising its "high power output, multiple port types and quality design, all at a fantastic price-point."

And that price point is now even cheaper, with the Anker Prime 6-Port GaN Charging Station dropping to $56 (was $80) at Amazon. Meanwhile, in the UK, Anker's 200W fast charger is down to £55 (was £70).

We absolutely loved using this desktop charger, which provides 200W of total power across six USB ports, with individual USB-C ports capable of delivering up to 100W. That's enough capacity to charge your everyday devices all at the same time.

Why we recommend it

In his four-and-a-half-star review, our expert Harry said: "Charging products really don’t get much better than the Anker Prime Charger (200W, 6 ports, GaN). This charging station boasts high power output, multiple port types and quality design, all at a fantastic price-point."

He added, "There’s no display here, as seen with some of the other Anker Prime products, but otherwise this is a near-perfect station that will fulfil all your charging needs."

He also said, "I’d totally recommend it to anyone looking to take their charging game to the next level."

The biggest advantage is being able to replace several separate chargers with one relatively compact device. Six ports let you keep multiple devices connected at once, while the 200W total output provides considerably more power than a typical multiport phone charger.

Price context & historical value

Amazon has reduced the Anker Prime 200W Charging Station from $79.99 to $55.99, saving you $24, or 30%. This isn't the cheapest I've seen it, as the charger sold for $49.99 last year.

That said, you're paying only $6 more than that previous low, so the current discount still represents excellent value if you're looking for high-powered desktop charger that smashed all our tests in the office.

Should you buy it?

✅ Buy the Anker Prime 200W Charging Station if...

Your desk is cluttered with separate chargers for your laptop, phone, tablet, and other devices. Being able to power as many as six devices from one unit can simplify your setup and free up wall sockets.

❌ Skip the Anker Prime 200W Charging Station if...

You want something to carry around with you. Anker describes this as a desktop charger rather than a travel model, and its 1.24lb weight makes smaller GaN chargers a better choice.

The Catch: What to know before you buy

The 200W figure is the charger's total available output rather than the amount every connected device can receive simultaneously. How that power is distributed depends on which ports you're using and how many devices are connected.

You get the charger and a five-foot AC power cord, but no USB charging cables are included, so you may need to buy those separately.

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Elegoo is running a massive limited-time sale on 3D printers right now - but for my money, the one you want to check out is the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo for $369 (was $449). And in the UK, Elegoo's multi-color 3D printer is down to £329 (was £398).

We awarded this 3D printer 4.5 stars and a TechRadar Pro Recommends badge after putting this one through its paces in our workshop. It's easily the best budget multi-color unit you can get right now.

The enclosed CoreXY printer uses Elegoo's excellent CANVAS system to print with up to four colors, while its 350°C nozzle opens the door to a wide range of materials. You also get automatic calibration, a 256 x 256 x 256mm build volume and printing speeds of up to 500mm/s.

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Why we recommend it

In his rave 4.5-star review, our expert Alastair said the "Carbon 2 Combo impresses, offering one of the cheapest and most reliable multifilament machines on the market."

He summed it up saying: "Not only does it stand alongside some of the market leaders, but because it's able to handle engineering materials and has that fully enclosed environment, it is one of the best-value 3D printers on the market."

The CANVAS system is fantastic if you want to create more colorful models without manually changing filament during a print. Its four-color capability gives you much more freedom for making decorative models, signs, toys, and other projects.

The 350°C hardened-steel nozzle and enclosed chamber allow the Centauri Carbon 2 to work with PLA, PETG, ABS, and ASA, and Elegoo also lists support for PC, PA, and fiber-reinforced filaments.

For more options, take a look at our round up of the best 3D printers we've tested, including the Centauri Carbon 2 which we rated as the best budget multi-color device, and the best 3D printer deals we've seen this week.

Price context & historical value

Elegoo has reduced the Centauri Carbon 2 Combo from $449 to $369, saving you $80, or almost 18%. That's the lowest price I've found for the four-color 3D printer, matching a previous $369 deal from June. It's also on sale in the UK for £329, down from its usual £398.

There's also a discount on the optional Centauri Series Accessory Kit. It's currently $30 instead of $59.99 in the US (£40.79 down from £67.99 in the UK) when purchased as an add-on.

Should you buy it?

✅ Buy the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo if...

You want to move beyond single-color 3D printing without spending a fortune on a multicolor setup. CANVAS provides four-color printing out of the box, while the enclosed design and high-temperature nozzle give you room to experiment with more demanding materials as your skills develop.

❌ Skip the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo if...

You primarily produce very large models. Its 256 x 256 x 256mm build volume is ample for many projects, but bigger prints may need to be divided into multiple pieces, so a large-format printer would be a better choice.

The Catch: What to know before you buy

Elegoo quotes a maximum printing speed of 500mm/s, but its recommended speed is 250mm/s. I'd treat the higher figure as the printer's upper limit rather than the speed you'd expect for every model and material.

It's also a large machine. At 500 x 480 x 743mm and 19.35kg, you'll need a sizable, sturdy surface, particularly if you're used to a smaller open-frame printer.

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