How you can still get Amazon's completely backordered Echo Dot before Christmas
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Business Insider / Brandt RanjIf you've waited this late in the game to take care of your holiday shopping, you might think it's too late to get the best tech deals.
The Echo Dot is arguably the most popular smart home gadget on the market, so, unsurprisingly, it's currently backordered on Amazon until December 30, 2017.
But all hope is not lost; there's a good chance you'll still be able to get one in time for the holidays without having to buy from a random third-party seller, or stress about it arriving in time.
The Dot may be sold on Amazon, but you can still get it by going to Best Buy's site and selecting in-store pickup. This option will only be available in some stores, but in-store pickup will guarantee an Echo Dot will be waiting for you when you arrive.
I checked Best Buys in New York City, San Francisco, Syracuse, and Long Island, and many stores in each location had stock left, so there's a pretty good chance you'll be able to find one. The best part? You'll still be getting an Echo Dot at its sale price — and you don't have to pay a shipping fee.
Echo Dot, $29.99 (originally $49.99), available in select Best Buy locations [You save $20]
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