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If youre looking for a cheaper alternative to the new Kindle Scribe, weve got good news: the first-gen model is on sale for a couple hundred dollars less than the second-gen model. Normally $349.99 in new condition, Amazon is currently selling it with in refurbished configuration with 16GB of storage, a Basic Pen, and a one-year warranty for just $233.99 as a part of a limited-time lightning deal. You can also buy it at Amazon with 32GB of storage for $259.99.RelatedBoth of Amazons note-taking ebook readers sport a spacious 10.2-inch 300 ppi display and an adjustable warm light, though the latest Scribe builds upon the original with thinner bezels, a textured display, and a soft-tipped Premium Pen. The most significant changes come in the form of software features, which are available on the first-gen model via a free download. That means no matter which e-reader you buy, you can finally write notes directly on pages. Youll also be able to take advantage of various AI features, including AI-generated summaries and a tool that lets you refine your handwriting. The only difference is that the new Scribe comes with these features baked in.Read our original Kindle Scribe review.Kindle Scribe 2022 (refurbished)$234$31025% off$234$234$31025% offThe last-gen Kindle Scribe offers a crisp 10.2-inch display, terrific battery life, and a stylus for note-taking.Three more midweek discountsThe Beats Powerbeats Pro are down to $99.99 (half off) at Best Buy, which is their lowest price to date. The wireless earbuds are still exceptionally comfortable despite their age, with over-ear hooks that keep them securely in place during intense workouts. They also continue to deliver good sound, pair well with Apple devices, and last up to nine hours on a single charge, though youll still need a Lightning cable to charge them. Read our review.AmazonandBest Buy are selling theApple Pencil Pro foriPad Pro,iPad Air, and iPad Mini; however, unlike theApple Pencil (USB-C), the Pro model features Find My support so you can quickly locate it. It also comes with extra creative capabilities, including pressure sensitivity, double-tap tool switching, and a barrel roll feature that lets you twist your digital brushs orientation by turning the stylus as you paint.You can pick up the Chipolo One Point at Amazon for $22 ($5 off), an all-time low. The puck-shaped Bluetooth tracker is perfect for keeping tabs on various items, whether it be a set of keys or a pet collar. The keyring tracker also features a user-replaceable battery, IPX5 water resistance, and support for Androids Fast Pair feature, though keep in mind it only supports Googles Find My platform, not Apples.