15 Things Not to Buy During Amazon's After-Christmas Sale-and What to Shop Instead, From $6

"The stretch between Christmas and New Year's is one of the most tempting shopping windows for Amazon shoppers. As the retailer slashes prices like it's Black Friday, carts fill quickly, and it's easy to assume that anything marked "on sale" is automatically a smart buy, especially for travel gear, tech, and wardrobe staples. But as seasoned deal shoppers, we know that not every post-holiday discount is actually worth it."

"After-Christmas tech deals often include basic power banks, but models without built-in cables add unnecessary hassle. This all-in-one power bank eliminates the need to pack separate cords and works with multiple devices, making it a smarter choice for airports, long sightseeing days, and international trips. Low-cost suitcases often crack, wobble, or lose wheels after just a few trips. Samsonite's Freeform carry-on is lightweight yet durable, with smooth spinner wheels and a hardside shell designed to withstand frequent travel."

The Amazon after-Christmas window features steep discounts on travel gear, tech, and wardrobe staples. Many post-holiday bargains are cheaply made, impractical for real travel, or likely to need replacement within a year. Compression packing cubes increase carry-on capacity by removing excess air, making them better than standard cubes for bulky items and avoiding checked-bag fees. Portable chargers with built-in cables eliminate the need to pack extra cords and reduce inconvenience during travel. Durable luggage with smooth spinner wheels and a hardside shell withstands frequent trips and represents a long-lasting upgrade compared with low-cost suitcases.

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