Get your credit cards ready, because the wait is over: Amazon Prime Day — aka, the 48-hour digital juggernaut of mid-summer deals and discounts — is here, and it’s absolutely one of the most highly anticipated sales events of the whole year. After launching our countdown as soon as the date was announced not too long ago, we’re finally ready to add some goodies to our carts — and we’re definitely starting with all things tech.
The retail giant seems to have a gadget for just about everyone, including new laptops (at almost $400 off the original price) and that electric scooter you didn’t know you needed (but for under $200, why not?). You’ll also find unmissable deals on Amazon devices like the Echo Dot and Fire HD Tablet. So really, what better way to pass the time this lazy summer Monday than by taking advantage of some stellar deals? To get you going, we’ve sifted through the plethora of discounts and offers to bring you our top tech picks.
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Samsung Galaxy Note9
There’s no day like Prime Day to majorly upgrade your smart phone. Enjoy offering $270 off the super-powerful Galaxy Note9, which has a great camera and a 6.4-inch display. Extra points for the multipurpose S Pen.Plus, the deals don’t stop at the Note9. Enjoy $300 off Galaxy S10 /s10+ models, as well as $250 off the Galaxy S9.
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Note9, $729.99, available at Amazon
Facebook Portal
Staying connected just got a lot more affordable. Who could say no to $120 off Facebook’s hands-free video calling device that actually follows you around as you move?
Facebook Portal Hands-Free Video Calling, $79, available at Amazon
All-New Kindle
Bookworms, rejoice! The new Kindle comes with a built-in adjustable front light so you can read indoors and outdoors at more times of the day. Plus, get a $5 eBook credit and three months free Kindle Unlimited for just $59.99.
Want something lighter? You can also save up to $50 on the ultra-slim, waterproof Kindle Paperwhite.
Kindle All-New Kindle Reader, $59.99, available at Amazon
Amazon Fire TV Cube
Save $50 on the Fire TV Cube, the first hands-free streaming media player with Alexa. Enjoy true-to-life picture quality and thousands of channels.
Amazon Fire TV Cube, $69.99, available at Amazon
Fire HD 10 Tablet
Save $50 on a tablet with excellent display, tons of storage, and 10 hours of battery life. And if you really want to go all in, get two for just $179.98 (a total of $120 in savings).
Amazon is also offering $30 off the Fire HD 8 tablet (or get two for $79.98), and $20 off the all-new Fire 7 tablet (or two for $49.98).
Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet , $99.99, available at Amazon
Amazon Echo Dot
Amazon’s most popular smart speaker can fill your home with music, answer the most obscure questions, check the weather, and update you on current events — all at the sound of your own voice. And at under $25, now is the best time to experience the hype.
Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Smart Speaker, $22, available at Amazon
Amazon Basics Retro Bluetooth Speaker
Listen to music in style with this vintage-inspired speaker that can wirelessly stream music and delivers a booming sound. Just looking at this thing gets us in the mood for a dance party.
Amazon Basics Retro Bluetooth Speaker, $80.5, available at Amazon
Muse: The Brain Sensing Headband
Think of this like your personal meditation assistant. It takes the guesswork out of your meditation practice by providing real-time neurofeedback, and is on sale during Prime Day for 25% off.
Muse Brain Sensing Headband, $149.99, available at Amazon
Eve Smart Plug
See how much power your connected appliances are using with a new smart plug. You can live more efficiently by switching your appliances on and off with a voice command or a simple tap, or you can use built-in schedules to automatically control your devices.
Eve Smart Plug & Power Meter, $44.39, available at Amazon
Amazon Basics Portable Photo Studio
Calling all content creators! This is a deal you definitely don’t want to miss. Amazon’s portable photo studio includes a power supply, built-in LED lights, and a pre-installed removable bright-white backdrop — all of which folds into a super-thin portfolio case.
Amazon Basics Portable Photo Studio Box with LED Light, $95.02, available at Amazon
Sony LED Smart TV
Watching your favorite movies and shows on this thing is like watching them come to life right before your eyes. You can also control your TV using built-in Android TV and Google Assistant technologies.
Sony 43-Inch 4K Ultra HD LED TV, $598, available at Amazon
iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum
We’re kind of ok with robots taking of the world if it means they’ll do our chores for us. At the push of a button, the Roomba picks up dust, pet hair, and large debris like cereal.
iRobot Roomba 614 Robot Vacuum, $224.99, available at Amazon
Apple iPad
All Apple fans know it’s tough to score a deal on the brand’s latest products and models, but this new 9.7-inch iPad is available on Amazon for $80 off the original price.
Apple Apple iPad, $249, available at Amazon
Samsung Galaxy Tablet
If you’re not an iPad person, you can save on this Samsung Galaxy 8-inch tablet instead. Power through movies, games, and emails with a long-lasting battery and sleek design.
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tablet, $197.99, available at Amazon
JBL Charge 3 Waterproof Speaker
JBL is known for manufacturing top-notch loudspeakers that deliver crystal clear sound. Have a never-ending dance party by taking this waterproof option with you anywhere and connecting to multiple devices at once.
JBL Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, $99.95, available at Amazon
Belkin Wireless Charging Pad
Enjoy almost $20 off this light-weight, wireless charging pad which has been optimized for your iPhone. It charges your device super fast and also works with Qi-enabled devices from Samsung, LG, Sony and more.
Belkin Boost Up Wireless Charging Pad , $39.99, available at Amazon
LED High Definition TV
If you ask us, a super-slim, hi-def TV for less than $150 is always a good idea. Why not treat yourself to excellent picture quality and streaming access?
Sceptre 40" TV Flat Screen , $142.99, available at Amazon
Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones
These headphones don’t just look cool — they have all sorts of features beyond the top-notch acoustics. Take calls, control your music, activate Siri, and enjoy up to 4o hours of battery life.
Beats By Dre Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones, $199.95, available at Amazon
Microsoft Wireless Keyboard
This keyboard isn’t just wireless, it’s also posture-enhancing (yes, it’s a thing!). The ergonomist-approved curved design actually encourages you to use a more natural posture that aligns your arms, wrists, and hands for greater comfort. Plus, its wireless connection is very reliable and works up to 30 feet away!
Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop , $39.88, available at Amazon
HP Touchscreen Laptop
There are lots of computers to choose from, but this high-performance option is one of the latest models from HP. It has touchscreen capabilities and is on sale for almost $400 off the original price.
HP 15.6” HD Touch-Screen Notebook Computer , $303.6, available at Amazon
Lenovo Chromebook Convertible Laptop
The Chromebook C330 has a sleek and stylish design and is as powerful as it is flexible — all with up to 10 hours of battery life.
Lenovo 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop, $257.99, available at Amazon
Voyager Electric Scooter
It’s time to retire your old bike and upgrade to an electric scooter for your daily commute. It’s lightweight and compact, making this scooter very portable and easy to store. Plus, it has zero emissions making it a more environmentally friendly option than a car or a cab.
Voyager Ion Foldable Electric Scooter, $179, available at Amazon
Fitbit Versa Smart Watch
Live your best (read: healthiest) life with a new fitness smartwatch to track daily activity, monitor sleeping habits, and record workouts. This option is waterproof and can even receive call, text, calendar, and smartphone app notifications when your phone is nearby.
Fitbit Smart Watch, $163, available at Amazon
Canon PowerShot Digital Camera
Capture moments and memories like a pro with a Canon PowerShot camera, available at $100 off its original price. This Wi-Fi-enabled model guarantees crisp resolution for beautiful, natural images and videos.
Canon Canon PowerShot SX420 Digital Camera, $199, available at Amazon
Streaming Stick Extender
For less than $15, enjoy a better viewing experience with faster streaming and less buffering by using an extender. It adjusts your streaming stick for a better line of sight with your Wi-Fi router to improve signal instantly.
WifF Booster for Streaming Media Players, $12.99, available at Amazon
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