My final Cyber Monday purchase is the last thing I’d expect to need in 2024

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As an analyst who has spent countless hours hunched over my Logitech K860 Ergonomic keyboard, I can attest to the importance of AAA batteries in keeping me connected with the digital world. It’s quite ironic that while USB-C is ubiquitous and seemingly future-proof, an old-school battery technology like AAA still holds a crucial place in my tech setup.

2024 and AAA batteries… Today, while working on an article, I found myself without power for my keyboard. At first, I reached for a USB-C cable, but then I recollected that my keyboard runs on AAA batteries. Most of the devices on my desk charge via USB-C, so I had to rummage through office drawers in search of batteries. Alas, I didn’t have any, so I found a Cyber Monday deal to purchase some from Best Buy. If you too are low on AAA batteries like me, consider saving money by buying them through Best Buy.

Why are there two different pink battery bunnies?

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I’m not really sure how much I can say about batteries. AAA batteries are cylindrical, power devices, and work. I’m sure battery tech has improved over the years but the bottom line is they work. In my experience, Energizer and Duracell batteries are the best. I need AAA batteries to keep my Logitech K860 Ergonomic keyboard operating. It’s my favorite keyboard of all time, so I’d like to be able to use it.

Instead of delving into lengthy descriptions about the Energizer batteries now on sale, let me draw your attention to the presence of two distinct pink bunny battery mascots. The critical specifications were provided earlier for your convenience.

I was raised in a household that primarily used Duracell batteries, though I can’t explain why we preferred them over other brands. Duracell’s advertising emphasized the reliability of their batteries during emergency situations, like firefighters using radios that kept working, whereas Energizer ads took a more humorous approach, such as Darth Vader running out of power in his lightsaber and being defeated by the Energizer bunny.

Fun fact! When I mentioned the Energizer bunny, some of you outside the US might have wondered if it’s just a regional subsidiary of Duracell, given that Duracell is famous for its pink bunny mascot in commercials. However, let me clarify, the Energizer bunny is from a different company altogether – they didn’t steal it, but rather creatively imitated it, as there’s been a bit of a legal tussle over these iconic battery-powered critters. So, depending on where you live, you might recognize the pink bunny mascot associated with either Duracell or Energizer batteries!

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No matter what happens, it can be disheartening when you find that your drawers are occupied by batteries and you realize you’ve run out. I found a similar offer in the UK to what Best Buy provides, and if you’re based in the US and require AAA batteries, Best Buy currently has a good deal on them.

When did Black Friday end?

Black Friday occurred on November 29, 2024, which was the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States, often referred to as the country of perpetual energy. After Black Friday concluded, numerous retailers switched their promotions and discounts under the Cyber Monday label.

When does Cyber Monday end?

Originally, Cyber Monday was considered the online counterpart to Black Friday, but the boundaries between these shopping events have become increasingly indistinct over time. Today, sales frequently span the entire weekend and sometimes begin weeks prior to Black Friday. However, deals on Cyber Monday tend to conclude abruptly at the end of the day, which is December 2 this year. If you come across a deal you’re interested in during Cyber Monday, act swiftly as the discount might not last long.

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2024-12-03 01:09