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TL;DR: Grab the Farberware Cordless Pro Stick Vacuum for $119.99 (reg. $149.99) and enjoy powerful cleaning without paying Dyson prices.
Let’s face it: You probably don’t need a Dyson to handle the messes in your apartment. For most of us, a vacuum that’s both powerful and affordable gets the job done. Enter the Farberware Cordless Pro Stick Vacuum, a handy tool designed to make cleaning floors and other surfaces less of a chore — and it won’t break the bank at $119.99.
Equipped with a lighted motor brush, this vacuum digs deep into carpets and shows you what’s hiding with its LED light, making it easier to see and remove dirt. If you need to clean more delicate surfaces, the dust brush is great for upholstery, and the flat nozzle gets into those tricky corners. Plus, with an adjustable telescopic wand, reaching high and low spots is no sweat.
You’ve also got two brush speeds for different surfaces, so you can clean both rugs and hard floors with ease. With its swivel head design, you can easily maneuver around furniture, too. A large-capacity dustbin and washable filter mean less maintenance, and the digital LED screen helps you keep track of battery life, giving you up to 26 minutes of runtime — plenty for a quick sweep of your apartment.
Why spend Dyson prices when this cordless stick vacuum has all the essentials?
The Farberware Cordless Pro Stick Vacuum is powerful, versatile, and priced right at $119.99 for a limited time.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Farberware Farberware Cordless Pro Stick Vacuum Cleaner $119.99 at the Mashable ShopTL;DR: Grab this refurbished 2018 MacBook Air for $369.99 (reg. $1,199) and enjoy a lightweight, high-performing laptop without breaking the bank.
For countless college students and professionals, the Apple MacBook Air is the laptop of choice. It's powerful, user-friendly, and highly portable, but it's not cheap. This ultrabook costs anywhere from $900 to $1,200 new — out of reach for many people.
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Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 13.3-inch, Refurbished (2018, Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) $369.99 at the Mashable ShopThe first thing you notice about Sebastian Stan’s performance as Donald Trump in The Apprentice is the voice — or rather, the lack thereof. By now, years of listening to speeches and sound bites (not to mention multiple SNL impressions) have accustomed us to Trump’s exaggerated intonations and speech patterns. So when Stan’s Trump first speaks, meekly and with few traces of the voice we’ve come to know so well (minus the slightest hint of a “‘uge” or “peoPLE” here or there), it’s a shock to the system.
SEE ALSO: 42 movies you'll want to see this fallFor director Ali Abbasi's biopic, that’s the point. Trump didn't just become the bloviating, corrupt egomaniac we're all far too aware of overnight. No, someone molded him to that point, and according to the film, that someone was notorious lawyer Roy Cohn (Succession's Jeremy Strong). Cohn and Trump's mentor-apprentice relationship kickstarts The Apprentice's propulsive, if not always effective, dissection of the making of Donald Trump.
What's The Apprentice about? Maria Bakalova and Sebastian Stan in "The Apprentice." Credit: Pief WeymanThe Apprentice frames Cohn and Trump's first meeting as that of an ingenue making a deal with the devil. As Trump sits awkward and alone in an elite New York City club, Cohn locks eyes with him from across the room. Strong's unbreaking gaze and some foreboding synths courtesy of composer Martin Dirkov drive home the fact that this man is the baddest of bad news. But after one conversation about how Trump and his father (Martin Donovan) can beat a federal lawsuit concerning racial discrimination against tenants, Trump takes Cohn on as his lawyer. In turn, Cohn takes Trump on as his protégé.
SEE ALSO: 'Hard Truths' review: Mike Leigh explores deep-seated anguish through darkly funny realismCohn teaches Trump his three major rules for winning at all costs. One: "Attack, attack, attack." Two: "Admit nothing, deny everything." Three: "No matter what happens, you claim victory, and never admit defeat." If you pay even an ounce of attention to American politics, it's not hard to read any of these tactics onto Trump's presidency and re-election campaign. But in The Apprentice, we get to see Trump try these strategies out for the very first time, using them in his efforts to build a real estate empire and even court his first wife Ivana (Maria Bakalova, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm).
Sebastian Stan makes a solid Donald Trump, but Jeremy Strong's Roy Cohn is the standout. Jeremy Strong and Roy Cohn in "The Apprentice." Credit: Pief WeymanAs Trump embraces Cohn’s teachings and grows into a ruthless businessman, Stan’s performance changes too. He takes on many of the mannerisms we associate with Trump today, from his exaggerated hand movements to the rambling quality of his speech — the latter also comes courtesy of screenwriter and journalist Gabriel Sherman.
But even while Stan becomes “Trumpier,” his performance never veers into caricature. As horrifying as many of the things Trump does in this movie are — including an upsetting scene of marital rape — it’s clear The Apprentice doesn’t wish to ridicule outright. Instead, it lays out its version of events and the man who caused them and lets their absurdity and evil speak for themselves.
SEE ALSO: Watch Sebastian Stan become Donald Trump in 'The Apprentice' trailerCentral to this absurdity and evil is Cohn, played with scene-stealing intensity by Strong. Each focused stare demands your fullest attention, to the point that you feel like you're under a microscope alongside Trump or the other men Cohn sizes up. But Strong's Cohn isn't just all extreme evil, all the time. He finds some humor in his performance, often accentuating Cohn's tirades with a turkey-like neck bob that may just be the most mesmerizing thing in the film.
Since Strong's Cohn is such a magnetic presence, it makes sense that The Apprentice's best scenes are the ones Cohn and Trump share. Here, Abbasi's vision is clearest, showing us the genesis of a monster and the man who created him. It feels almost like a '70s-tinged Frankenstein story, with a graphic late scene of Trump undergoing liposuction and surgical treatment for his bald spot furthering the connection.
What can The Apprentice say about Donald Trump that hasn't already been said? Maria Bakalova and Sebastian Stan in "The Apprentice." Credit: Pief WeymanUnfortunately, once The Apprentice jumps from the '70s to the '80s — a change accompanied by a visual shift from warm, grainy film to the cooler wobble of VHS — Cohn and Trump's scenes dwindle. By this point, Trump is rampaging through the real estate world, on a quest to go higher and higher. Meanwhile, out of sight, Cohn is dealing with his AIDS diagnosis. His absence throughout this portion of the film speaks louder than a hundred long-winded Trump speeches. Not only are we missing out on The Apprentice's best performance, we're also missing the twisted friendship that makes it tick.
Without Cohn around as much, The Apprentice throws us into a stretch that might as well be summarized as "Trump's greatest hits from the '80s." This includes several moments that gesture at Trump's future in politics, including Trump taking in Ronald Reagan's campaign slogan, "Let's Make America Great Again." (Earlier footage of Richard Nixon saying "I'm not a crook" also points to Trump's own criminal activity.) Yet these nods to the future fall flat, playing like dull historical Easter eggs instead of knowing comedic beats.
The latter sections of The Apprentice also hit us over the head as much as possible with things we already know about Trump: his lies, his affairs, his willingness to shove others under the bus so he comes out on top. These elements are all deeply ingrained in the current political moment, and you would hope that in an election year, a Donald Trump biopic might have more to add beyond rehashing his worst qualities. (Although that may be a useful reminder for some voters.)
The Apprentice almost transcends its rehashing of history thanks to Cohn and Trump's dynamic, which brings to the screen a genuinely fascinating relationship that may not currently be the most general knowledge. Sure, Trump is a showy figure, but it's his relationship with Cohn that makes for The Apprentice's dark, oozing heart.
The Apprentice was reviewed out of Fantastic Fest. It hits theaters Oct. 11.
Horror and comedy are sometimes thought of as being at opposing ends of the genre spectrum — but it doesn't have to be that way.
Alongside its original movies and truly scary movies, horror streaming platform Shudder has a nice little section reserved for horror comedy. Think parodies, tongue-in-cheek gore fests, and the type of films that can make you laugh even while they're grossing you out or putting your nerves on edge.
SEE ALSO: The scariest horror movies on Shudder to keep you up at nightI've combed through the archives to track down the best horror comedies on Shudder, from Josh Ruben's highly entertaining Scare Me to Lee Min-Jae's very silly Zombie for Sale...
Zombie For Sale Credit: Christine Rampage / AMC NetworksWhat's it about?
A family finds a way to profit from a zombie.
Why should you watch it?
What if zombie bites weren’t all bad? More specifically, what if a nip from the undead would give the impotent new life below the belt? That’s the preposterous premise that kicks off this gleefully bonkers South Korean comedy. The Park family is scraping by running a battered gas station when their fortunes are turned by a zombie (Jung Ga-ram) with a rejuvenating bite. That’s just the first act of director Lee Min-jae’s playful horror-comedy. Family hijinks, ghoulish action, gross-out gags, and absurdly earnest romance also pop up, making for a movie that is chaotically charming and pleasantly unpredictable.* — Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor
How to watch: Zombie for Sale is now streaming on Shudder.
Nina ForeverWhat's it about?
A grief-stricken man starts up a relationship with his colleague, only to be haunted by his dead ex-girlfriend whenever they have sex.
Why should you watch it?
Yearning for a dark comedy that’s bloody fun? You’ll fall hard for Nina Forever. Co-writers/co-directors Ben Blaine and Chris Blaine have dreamed up a truly deranged tale of love and letting go, and it all begins with a macabre crush. Grocery clerk Holly (Abigail Hardingham) hopes she can help mournful motorcyclist Rob (Cian Barry) forget his last girlfriend, who died in a grisly accident. But every time these new lovers crawl into bed, Nina (Fiona O'Shaughnessy) intrudes. Or more specifically, her broken and bloody corpse crashes the party with snarky one-liners and withering eye-rolls. Full of gore, sex, and jaw-droppingly outrageous gags, this horror-comedy earns its hard-R, yet delivers a surprisingly tender tale.* — K.P.
How to watch: Nina Forever is now streaming on Shudder.
Deadstream Credit: ShudderWhat's it about?
A "cancelled" YouTube prankster livestreams a tour of a haunted house in an attempt to redeem himself.
Why should you watch it?
"Full of sick thrills and dark humor, it feels like a real find," wrote Mashable's Kristy Puchko in her review. "It doesn't need a big budget, an established horror franchise, or big names to stand out. Briskly paced, wildly fun, and surprisingly smart, Deadstream is a bloody terrific good time. So, keep an eye out for it."
How to watch: Deadstream is streaming now on Shudder.
Scare MeWhat's it about?
Two writers take turns telling each other scary stories after the cabins they're staying in lose power.
Why should you watch it?
Scare Me is a great example of a very simple premise being executed perfectly. Josh Ruben's tale of an amateur writer growing increasingly jealous of his professional author cabin neighbor is brilliantly written and directed, splicing witty exchanges with cleverly conjured campfire vignettes that take on a life of their own when they're performed. And this one really is all about the performances — as well as writing and directing, Ruben also stars in Scare Me alongside The Boys' Aya Cash and Saturday Night Live's Chris Redd, and the focus on storytelling means the trio have to break out their full range of (very impressive) acting talents.
There's laughter, there's tension, and although the actual scares are few, there's a creeping sense of unease that twists into something more in the film's final act.
How to watch: Scare Me is streaming now on Shudder.
One Cut of the DeadWhat's it about?
A film crew attempts to shoot a low budget zombie movie in an abandoned factory.
Why should you watch it?
I can safely say that I've never seen a film quite like One Cut of the Dead. Shin'ichirô Ueda's (recently remade) comedy horror (which is far more heavy on the comedy than the horror) is essentially a movie within a movie within a movie — a Russian doll-style story about a crew making a shoestring zombie flick.
We spend the first half of the run time watching the zombie film itself, but things really get interesting in the movie's second half, when we zoom out (and back in time) to watch the director and the production crew putting the whole thing together.
If that explanation has left you feeling slightly confused, it might be for the best — One Cut of the Dead is the sort of film that's hard to explain in words, but is probably more entertaining the less you know going in.
How to watch: One Cut of the Dead is streaming now on Shudder.
BoarWhat's it about?
A small town in Australia is stalked by a man-eating boar.
Why should you watch it?
Boar may not appear in the comedy category on Shudder, but let's be honest here — any film that features a hippo-sized monster pig going up against a former WWE wrestler has to be a little bit tongue-in-cheek.
Fortunately, Chris Sun's Boar is exactly that: a light-hearted popcorn-muncher that mixes some entertainingly crude dialogue with some truly ridiculous fight sequences.
The perfect film to watch with a group of friends and a few beers.
How to watch: Boar is streaming now on Shudder.
Slaxx Credit: Bertrand Calmeau/ShudderWhat's it about?
A killer pair of jeans. Yep, jeans that can kill people.
Why should you watch it?
Have a passion for fashion and slashers? This midnight movie about killer jeans will be a perfect fit. Director Elza Kephart bleeds political commentary into this outlandish premise by weaving a subtext about the human cost of fast fashion. Wide-eyed ingenue Romane Denis stars as the naive new employee of a hip clothing corporation’s flagship store. Locked in overnight to prep for the hotly anticipated debut of “super shaper” denim, she and her co-workers must fight for their lives once they learn some clothes can kill. Studded with gory slaughter, goofy characters, and cutting one-liners, this stylish movie is riotous fun.* — K.P.
How to watch: Slaxx is now streaming on Shudder.
SEE ALSO: The best movies on Shudder that you can't stream anywhere else Scare PackageWhat's it about?
A video store owner takes on a new member of staff, who quickly gets an education in the fine art of horror movies.
Why should you watch it?
Scare Package is essentially seven miniature horror films for the price of one, an entertaining anthology from seven different directors that parodies every horror movie stereotype you can possibly imagine. Ridiculous gory deaths? Cheesy one-liners? The serial killer who won't stay dead? Each trope gets its own moment to shine in this delightful mish-mash, which is as much Cabin in the Woods-style satire as it is a love letter to the genre.
How to watch: Scare Package is streaming now on Shudder.
Glorious Credit: ShudderWhat's it about?
After separating from his partner, a troubled man stops at a rest stop and strikes up a conversation with an unseen figure in a bathroom stall who claims to be a god.
Why should you watch it?
You might think a movie set almost entirely in a rest stop bathroom would be a hard sell, but the combination of a well-written script, Rebekah McKendry's creative direction and some top acting from Ryan Kwanten, J.K. Simmons, and André Lamar helps keep the pace of this one going. Extra points for the creativeness of the idea and the weird genre mish-mash, which combines silly humour, tension and Lovecraftian horror.
How to watch: Glorious is streaming now on Shudder.
*This blurb appeared on a previous Mashable list.
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 9:52 a.m. UTC This list was first published on Sept. 7. 2023. It has since been updated to reflect current streaming options.
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It's officially cozy season. If you're thinking about settling down on the couch or cuddling up in bed with a good book, now's the time to do it. And what better way to do so than with a new Kindle? If you've had your eye on one, this is one of the best times to go ahead and lock one in, because when the weather gets cooler, snuggling with a loved one or a pet and a great read just hits different.
Thanks to Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, you can save on some of the best Kindle bundles at Amazon right now. While individual Kindle deals are scarce at the moment, and more likely to appear in the next couple of days, there are still some great options to be had here if you're looking to get a head start on the sale.
Below, find some of our favorite Kindle deals to be had ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. And don't forget to snag your free Amazon First Reads books this month, which includes two in October just for being a Prime member.
Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle with Basic Pen (16 GB) $379.97 at AmazonThe Kindle Scribe is a great multifunctional tablet that lets you enjoy your favorite books and magazines with the potential to be used as a digital notebook. This bundle nets you a Kindle Scribe (16 GB) with a Basic Pen, leather folio cover, and power adapter. The Basic Pen lacks the eraser and built-in "Shortcut" button, but it connects magnetically to the Scribe. In addition to all your normal Kindle options, the Scribe lets you take notes while reading or use it as a dedicated tablet with smooth writing and a responsive screen. You can save big with this bundle that nets you everything you need to get started with your new device.
Best Kindle Paperwhite deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Essentials Bundle (32 GB) $202.97 at AmazonThe Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is the best version of the Kindle Paperwhite, with wireless charging and an auto-adjusting front light. You can get it as a part of this bundle with 32 GB of storage and an adjustable warm light that you can change to your liking. The bundle offers a fabric cover as well as a wireless charging dock, so you're prepared to jump in and attack your fall reading list right away. That's plenty of space for most of the books you want to add and a great option for just about every reader at this bundle price.
Best budget Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16 GB) $137.97 at AmazonIf you don't need any additional bells and whistles, the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle is a good budget option when it comes to e-readers. This bundle comes with a 16 GB Kindle Paperwhite, a fabric cover, and a power adapter. It doesn't have auto-adjusting lighting or wireless charging, but it's the Kindle Paperwhite you know and love, with a few extras tossed in for good measure.
More Kindle dealsKindle Paperwhite Kids — $114.99 $169.99 (save $55)
Certified Refurbished Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition — $134.99 $169.99 (save $35)
Certified Refurbished Kindle Scribe — $233.99 $309.99 (save $76)
Combining the oomph of a PC with the creative functionality of a tablet, 2-in-1 laptops make solid buys for shoppers who prioritize versatility and value.
In the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon's "October Prime Day" sale on Oct. 8 and 9, the retail giant isn't offering a ton of great deals on 2-in-1 machines — but that's no surprise. During such sitewide sales, Amazon usually saves its best laptop deals for the exact windows of the event, forcing eager shoppers to be patient.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Start time, the competition, and moreThat said, there's one noteworthy 2-in-1 laptop deal up for grabs there outside of the official Prime Big Deal Days programming (i.e., its not featured on its event page), and it's a $105 discount on the Mashable Choice Award-winning Asus Zenbook Duo, our favorite dual-screener.
According to the price-tracking site camelcamelcamel.com, this isn't some new deal Amazon just whipped out; the Zenbook Duo has been sitting at the same price since late September. Knowing that, we think there's a good chance it could get even cheaper once Prime Big Deal Days formally starts. Up to you if you want to wait to find out, but it may help to know that this is its current all-time low.
The Mashable Shopping team will be closely monitoring Prime Big Deal Days deals, and we'll update this story if we find any other, better doorbusters on 2-in-1s. In the meantime, you can learn more about the Zenbook Duo below.
Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Zenbook Duo (Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,394.99 at AmazonRead Mashable's full review of the Asus Zenbook Duo (2024).
After reviewing the Zenbook Duo, tech editor Kim Gedeon declared that "[single]-screen laptops are now cancelled." She gave it a near-perfect 4.8/5 rating for its slick, made-for-multitasking design, gorgeous displays, solid battery life, and extremely reasonable price point. Note that it includes a built-in kickstand, a stylus, and a detachable keyboard — no need to purchase accessories separately.
The base configuration (our testing unit) comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, Intel Arc graphics, 16GB of memory, 1TB of storage, and dual 1920 x 1200 displays — and at $1,394.99, or $105 off its $1,499.99 MSRP, this is its best price on Amazon since launch. For comparison's sake, it's currently selling for $1,410.99 at Best Buy and full price on the Asus website.
For about $109 more, you can upgrade to a model with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H CPU, 32GB of RAM, and 2880 x 1800 displays.
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 5:00 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with current pricing and availability.
The best October Prime Day tablet deals at a glance: Best Amazon Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire HD 8 (32GB) $54.99 at Amazon (save $45) Get Deal Best Apple iPad deal Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $1,196 at Amazon (save $103) Get DealAmazon has released another wave of official offers for Prime Big Deal Days, its members-only "October Prime Day" sale (set for Oct. 8 and 9) — and among its selection of tablet deals is a heavily discounted new Fire HD 8.
Quietly announced in an Oct. 2 post on the About Amazon blog, the refreshed 8-inch tablet features more RAM and a better camera than the previous model from 2022. Amazon has also equipped it with several new generative AI features, which "all compatible Fire tablets" will start supporting later this month. It starts at $99.99 with 32GB of storage, a $30 drop from its predecessors' sticker price, but it's on sale for just $54.99 through the end of Prime Big Deal Days.
The new Fire HD 8 is one of nine Fire tablets that are currently sitting at all-time lows in the lead-up to the 48-hour savings event. That includes four of Amazon's flagship tablets and five models that are specially designed for kids. (These come with age-appropriate content, parental controls, a protective case, a two-year worry-free guarantee, and at least six months' worth of Amazon Kids+.)
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreElsewhere, we've also spotted record lows on two Apple iPads, including the new 13-inch, M4-powered iPad Pro. These deals aren't technically included in Amazon's formal pre-Prime Big Deal Days programming, but the size of their discounts makes them worth mentioning.
Amazon's live discounts across the Samsung Galaxy Tab line-up are far less exciting — none of them were close to their previous record lows at the time of writing — and there were zero Google Pixel tablets on sale there when we last checked. As such, we don't recommend buying any of those models at present, but we'll still be keeping a close eye on them: They'll probably get much cheaper once Prime Big Deal Days begins next week.
Below, we've gone into more detail on the early October Prime Day tablet deals that are actually worth it. Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price.
Best Amazon Fire tablet deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 (32GB) 🔥 $54.99The new Fire HD 8 has the same display, processor, 13-hour battery life, and storage options as the older model, but Amazon's added a gig of extra RAM for "enhanced performance while streaming, gaming, browsing, or downloading photos and videos." (Don't expect it to be super powerful, but more memory never anyone.) Its rear camera has also gotten a bump from 2MP to 5MP, which should translate to slightly better shots. On the software side, its newly added generative AI features include Writing Assist, Webpage Summaries, and a Wallpaper Creator.
No need to upgrade if you already own the previous model, but those in need of a new portable, affordable tablet should consider short-listing this guy. The 32GB base model is on sale for $54.99 through Oct. 9 (the second half of Prime Big Deal Days), which works out to a 45% savings.
More Fire tablets on saleAmazon Fire 7 (32GB) — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30) 🔥
Amazon Fire 7 Kids (16GB) — $54.99 $109.99 (save $55) 🔥
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (32GB) — $69.99 $139.99 (save $70) 🔥
Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro (32GB) — $69.99 $139.99 (save $70) 🔥
Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) — $74.99 $139.99 (save $65) 🔥
Amazon Fire 10 Kids (32GB) — $109.99 $189.99 (save $80) 🔥
Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro (32GB) — $109.99 $189.99 (save $80) 🔥
Amazon Fire Max 11 (64GB) — $139.99 $229.99 (save $90) 🔥
Amazon Fire Max 11 (128GB) productivity bundle with Keyboard Case and Stylus Pen — $244.99 $404.97 (save $159.98) 🔥
Read Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Apple iPad Pro (M4).
The latest iPad Pro is a beefy tablet for creative professionals that's powered by the lightning-fast M4 chip, which Apple hasn't used in any MacBooks yet (though that's rumored to be changing later this fall). Mashable tech editor Kim Gedeon gave it a 4.5/5 rating, which nabbed it a Mashable Choice Award, praising its "power efficiency, striking [tandem OLED] display, and breakneck performance." Note that it lasted more than six hours longer than its rated battery life in our testing.
At $1,198, or $101 off, this is the 256GB base configuration's lowest price on Amazon since launch.
More Apple iPads on saleApple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 64GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)
Apple iPad mini, 8.3-inch (A15 Bionic, WiFi, 64GB) — $379.99 $499 (save $119.01) 🔥
Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M2, WiFi, 128GB) — $547 $599 (save $52)
Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M2, WiFi, 128GB) — $749 $799 (save $50)
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) — $922 $999 (save $77)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (WiFi, 64GB) — $169.99 $219.99 (save $50)
Samsung Galaxy Tab FE (WiFi, 128GB) — $404.04 $449.99 (save $45.95)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 (WiFi, 128GB) — $742.26 $799.99 (save $57.73)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ (WiFi, 256GB) — $866.64 $999.99 (save $133.35)
Whether you're deep in the rabbit hole that is having a keyboard building hobby or you're simply looking to update your home office setup, Prime Big Deal Days is shaping up to be a great time to pick up a new keyboard on sale.
SEE ALSO: October Prime Day is just one day away — here are all the best deals to shop so farThough Amazon's sale doesn't officially start until Oct. 8, plenty of keyboards are already marked down from brands like SteelSeries, Epomaker, and more.
What makes a good keyboard can have a lot to do with personal preferences. We've included 15 different keyboard deals on our list below so you can find what you're looking for, whether you want something you can plug and play, or a hot-swappable keyboard you can customize as much as you'd like.
Best standard keyboard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Magic Keyboard with numeric keyboard $106.47 at AmazonThe Apple Magic Keyboard is pricey, but for folks who enjoy a quiet, low-profile typing experience, it could very well be worth it. Windows users are probably going to want to pass on this keyboard, but Apple fans will appreciate the easy connectivity to their MacBook or iPad, as well as the 100% layout. Note that this is an older version of the Magic Keyboard without a Touch ID sensor.
Best mechanical keyboard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Royal Kludge Royal Kludge S98 mechanical keyboard $89.99 at AmazonFor under $90, you're getting a hot-swappable keyboard with a 96% layout, a knob, a small display, and a Bluetooth, 2.4GHz, and USB-C connection. In other words, this Royal Kludge keyboard is a great affordable mechanical keyboard, whether you're into gaming or just want something cute for your desk. There are also four different keycap colorways available, but the coupon amount may vary depending on which you choose.
More keyboard dealsAmazon Basics Low-Profile Wired USB Keyboard — $13.49 $18 (save $4.51)
Redragon K668 RGB Gaming Keyboard — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20)
Keychron C2 — $43.19 $53.99 (save $10.80)
EPOMAKER Ajazz AK820 Pro — $58.99 $68.99 (save $10 with on-page coupon)
HyperX Alloy Origins Core PBT — $62.99 $109.99 (save $47)
EPOMAKER x Aula F75 — $64.99 $79.99 (save $15 with on-page coupon)
Royal Kludge RK100 — $64.99 $95.99 (save $31 with on-page coupon)
AULA F99 wireless mechanical keyboard — $69.60 $82.89 (save $13.29 with on-page coupon)
EPOMAKER x Aula F99 — $72.99 $82.99 (save $10)
EPOMAKER x LEOBOG Hi75 — $89.99 $99.99 (save $10 with on-page coupon)
HyperX Alloy Rise 75 — $124.14 $169.99 (save $45.85)
SteelSeries Apex Pro mini — $134.99 $179.99 (save $45)
Logitech G915 — $149.95 $229.99 (save $80)
Let's get this out of the way first: Amazon isn't offering any good Chromebook deals in the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, its "October Prime Day" sale (set for Oct. 8 and 9). Not a single one.
In fact, the retail giant's laptop deals are currently scant across the board. A few configurations of the M3-powered Apple MacBook Pro have dipped to their previous all-time lows there. But aside from that, the one Windows model that Amazon previously featured in a "limited-time deal" ahead of the event has since returned to its full sticker price. It's slim pickings.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Start time, the competition, and moreWith that in mind, anyone hunting for a good deal on a Chromebook has two options at present. One, of course, is to simply wait for Prime Big Deal Days to start; Amazon could be reserving some doorbusters for the kickoff. For less patient shoppers, the other option is defecting to another retailer like Best Buy, or to OEMs like Acer, Asus, HP, and Lenovo, where Chromebook deals are more plentiful at the time of writing.
Keep in mind that these alternatives might also roll out better deals when Prime Big Deal Days goes live, in order to compete with it. (For its part, Best Buy has a 48-Hour Flash Sale planned for Oct. 8 and 9.) But if time is of the essence, keep reading: We're keeping a running list of the best early October Prime Day Chromebook deals across the web, none of which you'll see on Amazon right now.
Best Chromebook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 (Intel Core Ultra 5 115U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $599.00 at Best BuyA spring 2024 release, this 14-inch hybrid packs above-average specs for a Chromebook, including an Intel Core Ultra 5 115U processor, a 1440p webcam, and 256GB of SSD storage. (Those far exceed Google's basic requirements for the "Plus" certification.) It also has a sleek aluminum chassis — no cheapo plastic here, folks. Later this month, it'll get new AI features like Help Me Read, a summarizing tool, and Live Translate.
It's usually priced at $699, but Best Buy has it on sale for $599 — a 14% savings.
More Chromebooks on saleAcer Chromebook 311 (Intel N100, 8GB RAM, 64GB SSD) — $159.99 $299.99 (save $140)
Acer Chromebook 314 (Intel Core i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) — $399.99 $449.99 (save $50)
HP Chromebook 14at-nf000 (Intel Processor N100, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $229.99 $319.99 (save $90)
Lenovo Chromebook Duet 3 (Snapdragon 7c Gen 2, 4GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $249 $379 (save $130)
HP Chromebook x360 14b-cd0013dx (Intel Processor N100, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $329 $429 (save $100)
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus (Intel Core i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $399 $499 (save $100)
HP Chromebook Plus 15at-nb000 (Intel Core i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 128GB UFS) — $399.99 $599.99 (save $200)
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i Chromebook Plus (Intel Core i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 128GB eMMC) — $419.99 $549.99 (save $130)
HP Chromebook 15a-nb0097nr (Intel Core i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 128GB UFS) — $469.99 $549.99 (save $80)
Asus Chromebook Plus CM34 Flip (AMD Ryzen 3 7320C, 4GB RAM, 128GB SSD) — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:45 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with current pricing and availability.
The best October Prime Day MacBook deals at a glance: Best MacBook Air deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon (save $250) Get Deal Best MacBook Pro deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M3, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,699 at Amazon (save $300) Get DealAmazon is home to good MacBooks deals year-round (more so than any other kind of laptop), but its selection sees especially deep discounts during certain sitewide savings events. Next up is Prime Big Deal Days, the retailer's members-only "October Prime Day" sale on Oct. 8 and 9, which will likely bring dramatic price drops across Apple's lineup ahead of a possible M4 refresh.
In the lead-up to the event, things are panning out as expected: Amazon has discounted most MacBooks across the M2 and M3 generations, and two of our favorite models are currently sitting at record-low prices. That would be the M2 MacBook Air and the M3 MacBook Pro; we think they're the best budget MacBook and the best MacBook for video editing, respectively.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Start time, the competition, and moreIt's difficult to see these variants getting any cheaper once Prime Big Deal Days formally begins, but cautious shoppers may want to hold their purchase until then in the off-chance Amazon decides to drop its prices even further. At any rate, we'll be keeping an eye on them over the next few days while closely monitoring competing deals at other retailers. (For its part, Best Buy will be running a 48-Hour Flash Sale during Prime Big Deal Days.)
Read on for a closer look at the best early October Prime Day deals on MacBooks. Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price.
Best MacBook Air deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $749.00 at AmazonRead Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M2).
The 13-inch MacBook Air from mid-2022 is a Mashable Choice Award winner that combines "[rock]-solid battery life" with "a keyboard that’s to die for, and enough horsepower to handle everyday tasks with ease," wrote tech and games reporter Alex Perry. It's our current favorite "budget" MacBook, and it's now cheaper than ever before.
You can snag the base configuration with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for $749, or $250 off its $999 MSRP. If it sells out on Amazon, check Best Buy: It was matching the deal at the time of writing.
More MacBook Airs on saleApple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $899 $1,099 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
Read Mashable's full review of the 14-inch Apple MacBook Pro (M3).
The latest 14-inch MacBook Pro features an M3 chip that supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing for rendering lifelike lighting, plus a bright 120Hz mini-LED display, tons of ports (including an SDXC card slot), and a battery that lasted over 16 hours per charge in our testing. It's another Mashable Choice Award winner.
All configurations of the 14-inch M3 Pro are now on sale at all-time lows on Amazon (including the base model, which is now just $1,299). However, we're partial to the bumped-up version with 16GB of memory and 1TB of SSD storage: That extra RAM is necessary if you're going to be using it for multitasking and/or creative work. Normally $1,999, it's now just $1,699 — a 15% savings. Note that it's technically $100 cheaper at Best Buy, but only for paid members of its My Best Buy program.
More MacBook Pros on saleApple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,799 $1,999 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M3 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,999 $3,499 (save $500)
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:40 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with new deals and current availability.
The best October Prime Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon (save $250) Get Deal Best Windows laptop deal LG gram 14 2in1 (Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $799.99 at Amazon (save $500 with Prime) Get Deal Best gaming laptop deal Acer Nitro 16 (AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $734.99 at Amazon (save $265) Get DealAmazon isn't usually loaded with great laptop deals on any given day (especially compared to the competition), but things tend to pick up a bit during the retailer's major sitewide sales.
With Prime Big Deal Days starting — that would be Amazon's members-only "October Prime Day" sale, set for Oct. 8 and 9 — the Mashable Shopping team is on the lookout for the best, most worth-it discounts there starring Apple MacBooks, Windows PCs, Chromebooks, and beyond.
Amazon didn't release a ton of great laptop deals in the lead-up to the sale, but the floodgates are finally starting to crack open in the eleventh hour: Three Acer laptops and a pair of LG gram convertibles have fallen to all-time lows. Note that the latter are Prime exclusives; if you're not a member, you can get around the paywall by signing up for a free 30-day trial.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Start time, the competition, and moreAmazon also has some MacBook Pros and Airs on sale separately from its pre-Prime Big Deal Days programming. That includes the 13-inch M2 Air and the 14-inch M3 Pro, two of our favorite MacBooks, which have fallen to their own record-low prices at the time of writing. They may not appear on the sale's official event page, but we encourage shoppers to consider these deals, too.
We'll couch these recs with a warning that anything on sale now could theoretically get even cheaper when Prime Big Deal Days officially starts at 3 a.m. ET Tuesday. (That's when we're expecting the bulk of Amazon's best laptop offers to arrive.) But if you need to upgrade ASAP and can't wait until then, these are great deals as things currently stand. Below, we go deeper on specs and pricing.
Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price.
Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $749.00 at AmazonRead Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M2).
The previous-generation MacBook Air from mid-2022 earned a 4.6/5 rating from Tech and Games Reporter Alex Perry, who commended its "[rock]-solid battery life," "dreamy keyboard," and peppy M2 chip. It has "enough horsepower to handle everyday tasks with ease," he wrote. It's a Mashable Choice Award winner and the MacBook we recommend for shoppers on a budget — especially now.
It normally retails for $999, but Amazon has it on sale for just $749 (or $250 off) ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, which is its lowest price since launch. As far as we can tell, the only other time it's gotten that cheap was over Labor Day weekend at Best Buy, and it was limited to paid My Best Buy members.
More MacBooks on saleApple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $899 $1,099 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,299 $1,599 (save $300) 🔥
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M3 Pro, 18GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,799 $1,999 (save $200)
Portability and versatility are the names of the game for this 14-inch hybrid laptop, which weighs about the same as a 13-inch M3 MacBook Air. This particular configuration packs a newer Intel Core Ultra 5 155H processor with 16GB of memory, which are solid specs for multitasking. It also comes with a compatible LG Stylus Pen for drawing and taking notes on its IPS touchscreen.
Amazon currently has it priced at $799.99 for Prime members, which is a whopping 38% off its $1,299.99 MSRP and its lowest price to date. (Before now, it's never dipped below $999.99.) For comparison's sake, it was stuck at full price on the LG website when we last checked.
More Windows laptops on saleAcer Swift Go 14 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300) 🔥
LG gram Pro 16 2in1 (Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,099.99 $1,599.99 (save $500 with Prime) 🔥
The Nitro 16 is a big-screened budget gaming laptop that's equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS CPU from early 2023, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 graphics, a flashy RGB backlit keyboard, and a 165Hz display. Its measly 8GB of memory is a drawback, but that's totally workable if you only plan on playing lower-end games like Fortnite and Minecraft. (Otherwise, you can put your savings towards a memory upgrade.)
At $734.99, or 27% off, this is its own all-time low on Amazon. Meanwhile, Best Buy and the Acer website are still selling it for full price.
More gaming laptops on saleAcer Predator Triton Neo 16 (Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,499.99 $1,899.99 (save $400) 🔥
SAVE $350: As of Oct. 8, the NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum is on sale for $549.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 39% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: NARWAL NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum $549.99 at AmazonAmazon's October Prime Day is here and there are some incredible discounts to be had, especially on robot vacuums.
Robot vacuums are all the rage, and it's no secret why. If you've had one on your wishlist for a while, take this as your sign, because this NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum is officially down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.
SEE ALSO: October Prime Day is finally here — here are all the best deals to shop so farIf you've been keeping track to purchase a robot vacuum, you'll know the prices can creep up to a whopping $1,000. But with this October Prime Day deal, you'll be saving $350. Down from $899.99, this model is reduced by 39%.
And the NARWAL Freo is a great option. A vacuum and mop combo, it cleverly navigates around your home, picking up dirt and dust while also mopping your floors. It's controlled by an app that lets you set cleaning schedules and customize its paths. You can even schedule it to start cleaning while you're out of the house, because who doesn't want to come home to mopped floors? Maintenance is a breeze, so don't worry about having to take it apart for cleaning, it does that itself with self-emptying and self-cleaning.
SAVE $350: As of Oct. 8, the NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum is on sale for $549.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 39% on list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: NARWAL NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum $549.99 at AmazonAmazon's October Prime Day is here and there are some incredible discounts to be had, especially on robot vacuums.
Robot vacuums are all the rage, and it's no secret why. If you've had one on your wishlist for a while, take this as your sign, because this NARWAL Freo Robot Vacuum is officially down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.
SEE ALSO: October Prime Day is finally here — here are all the best deals to shop so farIf you've been keeping track to purchase a robot vacuum, you'll know the prices can creep up to a whopping $1,000. But with this October Prime Day deal, you'll be saving $350. Down from $899.99, this model is reduced by 39%.
And the NARWAL Freo is a great option. A vacuum and mop combo, it cleverly navigates around your home, picking up dirt and dust while also mopping your floors. It's controlled by an app that lets you set cleaning schedules and customize its paths. You can even schedule it to start cleaning while you're out of the house, because who doesn't want to come home to mopped floors? Maintenance is a breeze, so don't worry about having to take it apart for cleaning, it does that itself with self-emptying and self-cleaning.
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:15 a.m. EDT This article has been updated to reflect the best October Prime Day Fitbit deals available.
The best Prime Day Fitbit deals at a glance: BEST FITBIT DEAL Fitbit Sense $139.95 at Woot! (save $110) Get Deal BEST FITBIT DEAL FOR KIDS Fitbit Google Ace LTE $169.99 at Woot! (save $59.96) Get DealPrime Day part two, October Prime Day, Prime Big Deal Days, or whatever you choose to call it is here, but deals have been flooding in for a couple weeks. Amazon is well known for dropping deals in the days leading up to their big shopping events. One particular brand, however, chooses to wait until the official Prime Day kickoff to cut its prices: Fitbit.
While other fitness tracker and smartwatch deals are already pretty impressive, Fitbit cannot be bothered to give shoppers an early taste of Amazon Prime Day. The only Fitbit deals you'll find at Amazon ahead of the big day are from sketchy third-party sellers and we don't recommend grabbing those. Instead, we scoured the web for any reputable deals on Fitbit models we could find and came out with....two. But hey, two is better than none, right?
Here are the best (and only) early Prime Day Fitbit deals we could find. We'll be updating this list throughout the official Prime Big Deal Days shopping extravaganza, so check back if you don't see the model you're looking for just yet.
Best Fitbit deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Sense $139.95 at Woot!Check out our full review of the Fitbit Sense.
The Fitbit Sense, originally released in 2020, is built for wellness-focused users. The EDA Scan app detects electrodermal activity (aka a stress meter). The ECG app, which is only available in certain countries and intended for people who are 22 or older, checks heart rhythm for signs of atrial fibrillation, and the built-in GPS lets you track your runs without your phone. The battery lasts six days on a full charge, and the fast-charge function gives you a full day's worth of use after just 12 minutes of charging (up to 12 hours with GPS mode on). It's since been replaced by the Sense 2, but is still a pretty solid smartwatch — especially for this price. Save 44% ahead of Prime Big Deal Days at Woot!
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Best Fitbit deal for kids Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Google Ace LTE $169.99 at Woot!Just released this past spring, the Fitbit Ace LTE by Google is a smartwatch built just for kids. It helps gamify getting active by encouraging and rewarding movement and play throughout the day. Plus, it swaps screen time for physical activity, which is certainly a plus. Parents can keep tabs on their little ones by calling, texting, and voice messaging, seeing real-time locations, controlling the contact list, and restricting game access during specific times (school, homework, etc.). It's regularly $229.95, but Woot! has it on sale for only $169.99. That's 26% in savings and the lowest price we've seen.
If you're looking to bring home a new fitness tracker, Prime Day is a great time to shop.
Now that the weather is getting cooler and the leaves are starting to change, you might be more inclined to start that jogging program you were looking forward to. Or you might decide to get ahead of New Year's resolutions and start heading to the gym. Whatever you're planning, there are plenty of smartwatch and fitness tracker deals already available to help you get going — with brands like Apple, Garmin and Samsung running the show. Fitbit deals are currently MIA, but we're not surprised. The brand typically waits until closer to the official event to join the party, though a couple of Google Pixel deals have popped up already.
We'll be keeping a running tab below on all the best fitness tracker deals throughout Amazon's October Prime Day. If you don't see the wearable you're looking for on sale yet, check back regularly for the latest updates.
Best Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $299.00 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the Apple Watch Series 9.
Despite the recent release of the Series 10, the Apple Watch Series 9 is not exactly outdated. You won't get the slightly larger display and sleep apnea sensor, but you'll still get the same 2,000-nit max brightness, Double Tap feature, and 18 hours of battery life. Not to mention, you'll save $100 on the Series 9 because it's no longer the shiniest new Apple toy. If you're upgrading from an old Apple Watch or are brand new to the fruit company's wearables, you won't be disappointed.
More Apple Watch dealsSeries 10
Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm, GPS) — $411.99 $429 (save $17.01)
Series 9
Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) — $299 $399 (save $100)
Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS) — $329 $429 (save $100)
Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS + cellular) — $599 $749 (save $150)
SE
Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS) — $189 $249 (save $60)
Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS) — $229 $279 (save $50)
Ultra
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + cellular) — $734.89 $799 (save $64.11)
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Best Samsung Galaxy Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 $195.30 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the Galaxy Watch 6.
When a new generation makes its debut, we often see ultra-low prices on the previous one. Such is the case with the Galaxy Watch 6. With the arrival of the Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra over the summer, the Watch 6 is now steadily sitting below $200. Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, you can grab the 40mm version with Bluetooth for only $195.30, which is 35% in savings and a new record-low (by about $1). Only a year old, the sixth generation is still a very good smartwatch. It includes a nuanced breakdown of sleep habits, sleep coaching, personalized heart rate zones, irregular heart rate notifications, and a better battery life over its predecessor, which led Mashable's Alex Perry to dub it "the king of the Android smartwatch mountain."
More Samsung Galaxy Watch dealsSamsung Galaxy Watch 6 (Bluetooth, 44mm) — $194.72 $329.99 (save $135.72)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Bespoke Edition (Bluetooth, 44mm) — $279.99 $379.99 (save $100)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Bluetooth, 44mm) — $287.34 $329.99 (save $42.65)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic (Bluetooth, 43mm) — $329.99 $399.99 (save $70)
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (LTE, 44mm) — $329.99 $379.99 (save $50)
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (LTE, 47mm) — $581.62 $649.99 (save $68.37)
Ideal for smaller wrists, the Garmin Venu 3S is about .2 inches smaller in diameter and .3 oz lighter than the standard Venu 3. It still offers the same advanced features, like a built-in speaker and microphone to take calls, the ability to store music, and an abundance of health and fitness tools and insights. The only real difference besides the size is that the 3S has a slightly shorter battery life (about 10 days in smartwatch mode versus the 3's 14 days), but it still blows the Apple Watch battery out of the water. It's usually $449.99, but you can save $50 ahead of the October Prime event and get it for only $399.99. That's just a few bucks away from its all-time low.
More Garmin dealsGarmin Forerunner 55 — $168.99 $199.99 (save $31)
Garmin vívoactive 5 — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)
The Google Pixel Watch 3 just dropped in Aug., which makes this discount at Amazon ahead of Prime Big Deal Days its biggest one yet. This is the first Pixel Watch to offer a larger size case, which Mashable Tech Editor Kim Gedeon says is "a visual stunner." Its battery life largely remains the same as its predecessor, but the Pixel Watch 3's dynamic refresh rate might allow you to squeeze out a little more. It also features a whole lot of software upgrades, including enhanced running features, AI-driven form tracking, a new Morning Brief feature via Fitbit, and updated media controls.
More Google deals (including Fitbit)Google Pixel Watch 2 (WiFi) — $231.70 $249.99 (save $18.29)
Check out our full review of the Oura Ring 3.
The Oura Ring 4 launches later this month, so it's no surprise that we're seeing the Oura Ring 3 on sale ahead of Prime Day 2. Regardless of the colorway you choose, you'll get a discount between 10% and 22% off. For instance, the stealth and brushed titanium models are 22% off, coming in at $349 (down from $449). The gold and rose gold models, on the other end of the price spectrum, are $449 after a 10% discount. The third-generation ring is a low-profile fitness tracker that offers in-depth info about sleep, workouts, recovery, mindfulness, and more through a variety of sensors, though sleep tracking is truly where it shines.
More smart ring dealsThere are currently no other live deals on smart rings, but we'll be keeping our eyes peeled.
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:00 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest iPad pricing and availability on Prime Big Deal Days.
Best iPad deals on October Prime Day Best for portability Apple iPad Mini (64GB, WiFi) $379.99 at Amazon (Save $119.01) Get Deal Best upgraded pick Apple iPad Air (M2, 128GB, WiFi) $549 at Amazon (Save $50) Get Deal Best M4 option Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, 256GB, WiFi) $922 at Amazon (save $77) Get DealOctober Prime Day has finally started, but early deals started cropping up days (weeks, even) ahead of the sale's official start.
Among the many items marked down early — including Apple Watches and AirPods — you'll find a decent variety of iPads, from M2 Airs to the ninth generation iPad. Although the retailer hasn't deemed any of the below official deals from the member-exclusive Prime Big Deal Days sale (aka the official name for this October Prime Day), we still think they're worth checking out ahead of time.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreAs always, we'll be updating this post with the best iPad deals throughout the Prime Day event, so make sure to check back often.
Best iPad deal Apple iPad mini (6th gen, A15 Bionic chip, 64GB, WiFi) $379.99 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the iPad mini.
We're probably due for a new iPad mini soon, but this 2021 model still holds up as a great portable option from Apple. With the M4 Pro line just released this year, Apple is still struggling to get its tablets to be legitimate laptop replacements for most people. In the case that you're mainly using a tablet to watch videos, read books, and play games, the iPad mini is an excellent choice. At $379.99, it's back to the record-low price we saw it hit last month, making it one of the best iPad deals to grab ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.
More iPad deals ahead of October Prime DayApple iPad (9th generation, WiFi, 64GB) — $199 $329 (save $130)
Apple iPad (10th generation, WiFi, 64GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)
Apple iPad Mini (WiFi, 64GB) — $379.99 $499 (save $119.01)
Apple iPad mini (WiFi, 256GB) — $529.99 $649 (save $119.01)
Apple iPad Air 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $549 $599 (save $50)
Apple iPad Air 13-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $749 $799 (save $50)
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) — $922 $999 (save $77)
Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,399 $1,499 (save $100)
If you still feel a little overwhelmed by the fact that October Prime Day (aka Prime Big Deal Days) exists, and that the holiday shopping season starts in October, we see you and we understand.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreWe will say, though, that the major advantage of having a few sitewide shopping events pre-November and not post-Thanksgiving is that you can stock up on any holiday travel essentials like Apple AirTags. Bluetooth trackers may not feel like an essential, but finding yourself the last person standing at baggage claim can certainly make you change your tune.
AirTags are especially great for Apple users, as they're easy to set up, and give you more range thanks to the way the tracker uses any Apple device with Find My to calibrate its location, even when it's far away from your particular device.
SEE ALSO: Amazon just dropped a new Fire HD 8 tablet — and it's already 45% off for October Prime DayWe do want to note there many people had concerns that these devices could easily (and quietly) track people without their knowledge, but Apple has worked with Google to make sure that anyone — AirTag user or not — is notified via their device that an unrecognized AirTag is traveling with them.
Obviously, these safety concerns aren't limited to just AirTag users, but we always think it's best to go in with as much knowledge about a product as possible before buying. With that said, here are the best AirTag deals live ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.
Best AirTags deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTags (4-pack) $79.99 at Best BuyWhile typically Amazon has the best deals ahead of their sale, they actually sold out of this four-pack of AirTags. They had it priced at $79.98, but if paying one cent more isn't a dealbreaker for you, Best Buy still has the set in stock. The price of $79.99 puts each AirTag at about $20, netting you about $5 in savings per AirTag if you were to buy them individually instead. Plus, having multiple AirTags gives you the flexibility to use them on your luggage, your keys, your pets — basically, your options open up.
Best individual AirTag deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag $24.99 at AmazonYou might already own several AirTags and just want one more, or you might have never owned a Bluetooth tracker before and want to try one out before you invest in four of them. Whatever your reason, $5 off an AirTag is a nice bonus, if not a huge markdown. We typically don't see them fall much lower than $25, even in the midst of shopping holidays, so buying one now before the Prime Day madness begins isn't a bad idea.
More Apple AirTag dealsApple AirTag key ring (mulberry) — $25 $35 (save $10)
UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:09 a.m. EDT This list has been updated with the latest pricing and availability on AirPods for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale.
Best AirPods deals for Prime Day 2 Best deal overall Apple AirPods Max (Lightning) $429 at Amazon (Save $120) Get Deal Best deal without ANC AirPods 4 $119 at Amazon (Save $10) Get DealApple's AirPods are notoriously expensive — but they're popular for a reason. If you want to see what all the fuss is about without (completely) breaking the bank, shopping events like Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days can be a great time to pick up a pair of the headphones.
Though the October Prime-member exclusive sale doesn't officially kick off until Tuesday, Oct. 8, the AirPod deals are already rolling in — even on the newly released AirPods 4.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreLast week, we saw deals on the AirPods Pro and AirPods 4 with noise cancellation that have since jumped back up in price. (The Pros drop to $199 so often that we don't really consider that a decent deal.) It's not uncommon to see products hit their full prices ahead of a sitewide sale, so with Prime Big Deal Days just seven days away, this isn't unexpected.
Even so, there are still savings to be had, if sparse. The AirPods Max are $120 off, putting them down at $429. It's not their lowest price ever — that honor would go to their $395 price tag we saw them hit earlier this summer — but if you really don't want to wait until Prime Day, this is a decent price to grab them at. If you don't need noise-cancelling, you can also save $10 on the newly released AirPods 4.
Below, you'll find our complete list of the best AirPod deals ahead of Prime Day. For folks who aren't married to the fruit brand, you'll also find plenty of more deals on headphones ahead of Prime Day here.
Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (Lightning) $429.00 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the AirPods Max.
There are two differences between the Lightning port AirPods Max from 2020 and the USB-C AirPods Max from 2024 — not two main differences, but two differences, period. One, they have different charging ports. Two, they have different color ways. Performance wise, you'll be enjoying the same excellent active noise cancellation and sound profile on this 2020 model that you would on the new model. The third difference, at the time of writing, is that you can grab the AirPods Max for $120 off at just $429 (if you're cool with the pink colorway), while the lowest price on the USB-C Max headphones is $540.99, an $8 markdown on their $549 price tag.
More early AirPods dealsApple AirPods 4 — $119 $129 (save $10)
Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) — $129.99 $169 (save $39.01)
Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $199 $249 (save $50)
Apple AirPods Max (with Lightning) — $429 $549 (save $120)
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UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:00 a.m. EDT This post has been updated with the latest pricing and availability on Apple Watches for Prime Big Deal Days.
The best Apple Watch deals on Prime Day at a glance: Best Series 9 deal Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $299 at Amazon (Save $100) Get Deal Best Series 10 deal Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm, GPS) $406.99 at Amazon (Save $22.01) Get Deal Best Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 $734.89 at Amazon (Save $64.11) Get DealPrime Big Deal Days (aka Prime Day part two) is back again, officially kicking off on Oct. 8. As in years past, Amazon came through with early price drops on major categories, including Apple Watches, weeks ahead of the big day.
SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Amazon's October Prime Day sale: Official dates, the competition, and moreWith the sale just hours away, we're seeing price cuts on the Series 9, Ultra 2, and even the brand-new Series 10. Last week, we did see a nice $30 markdown on the 42mm Series 10, but we're expecting that we might have to wait until Prime Day officially starts to see a price drop that big again. In the meantime, the $100 price cut on the Series 9 watches is welcome, and we'll likely see them get phased out after this fall shopping season, making it a good time to pick one up.
We'll be updating this page throughout the shopping event, so be sure to check back if you're interested in grabbing the best Apple Watch deals of October's Prime Day. And in the meantime, check out our full list of early Prime Day deals (and even more Apple deals).
Best Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $299.00 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the Apple Watch Series 9.
At just one year old, the Series 9 is hardly outdated. It comes with the same 18 hours of battery life as the Series 10 and many of the same fitness features. While you'll get a slightly larger display with the newer Apple Watch and a sleep apnea sensor, you'll save $100 on the Series 9 because it's the "old" Apple Watch. Both watches have the same 2,000-nit max brightness, which Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder said was one of the best reasons to grab the watch. Overall, if you've never bought into the Apple Watch ecosystem and want to save some cash, this Series 9 deal is a decent bang for your buck.
More early Apple Watch dealsSeries 10
Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) — $381 $399 (save $18)
Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm, GPS) — $406.99 $429 (save $22.01)
Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS + cellular) — $471.36 $499 (save $27.64)
Series 9
Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) — $299 $399 (save $100)
Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS) — $329 $429 (save $100)
Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS + cellular) — $599 $749 (save $150)
SE
Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS) — $189 $249 (save $60)
Apple Watch SE (44mm, GPS) — $229 $279 (save $50)
Apple Watch SE (40mm, GPS + cellular) — $249 $299 (save $50)
Apple Watch SE (44m, GPS + cellular) — $279 $329 (save $50)
Ultra
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + cellular) — $734.89 $799 (save $64.11)
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UPDATE: Oct. 8, 2024, 4:00 a.m. EDT This article has been updated with the latest Apple product deals for October Prime Day.
Best Apple deals for October Prime Day Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $899 at Amazon (save $200) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad Pro (256GB, WiFi + Cellular) $1,114 at Amazon (save $85) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Max $399 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + Cellular) $757.99 at Amazon (save $41.01) Get DealAmazon's next big event — Prime Big Deal Days — is finally here. Prime Day Part Two kicked off in the early hours of Oct. 8 and will run for 48 hours, with big discounts going live throughout. Be there, or be square.
SEE ALSO: October Prime Day is closer than you think: 4 tips for finding the best dealsCheck out our top Apple deals for October Prime Day so far, including discounts on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and plenty more.
Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $899.00 at AmazonIt doesn't really get much better than Apple's recent M3 line of MacBooks. The M3 Air is one of our favorites, and ahead of Prime Big Deal Days you can score one for just $899, which $200 off the usual price. This MacBook Air in particular comes with a 13-inch screen (great for traveling), and features the speedy M3 chip. It also has support for Apple Intelligence and can handle up to 18 hours of usage on one charge.
More MacBook dealsApple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $749 $999 (save $250)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M3, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,299 $1,599 (save $300)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M3, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,499 $1,699 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M1 Pro, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,863.59 $2,699 (save $835.41)
If you're more of a tablet person than a laptop person, then the iPad Pro is where it's at. The Pro is packed with the lightning-fast M4 chip, Ultra Retina XDR display, and supports use of the Apple Pencil (which is unfortunately sold separately). It's on sale for $80 off ahead of October Prime Day, just $1,114 for one of the best tablets on the market.
More iPad dealsApple iPad 9th Generation (64GB, WiFi) — $199.99 $329 (save $129.01)
Apple iPad 10th Generation (64GB, WiFi) — $299 $349 (save $50)
Apple iPad Mini 6th Generation (64GB, WiFi) — $389.99 $499 (save $109.01)
Apple iPad Air (128GB, WiFi) — $548 $599 (save $51)
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Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max $399.00 at AmazonThe AirPods Max are a great pair of over-ear headphones for those who prefer that style to that of earbuds. The Max provide super high-quality audio, active noise cancellation, a transparency mode so you can enjoy your tunes and the world around you, and personalized spatial audio. It's also got a 20-hour battery life, which is pretty sweet. Snag a pair before Prime Big Deal Days and save $150.
More AirPods dealsApple AirPods 4 — $119 $129 (save $10)
Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) — $129.99 $169 (save $39.01)
Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $189.99 $249 (save $59.01)
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a smartwatch made for active people. Apple's most durable piece of wristwear has advanced features for hikers, runners, and swimmers like offline maps, advanced metric tracking, and up to 100m of water resistance. The Always-On Retina display is bright and easily readable, and the watch also allows for up to 36 hours of use on a charge (and up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode). Get one on sale ahead of October Prime for $757.99, which is $41.01 in savings.
More Apple Watch dealsApple Watch SE 2nd Generation (40mm, GPS) — $189 $249 (save $60)
Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation (44mm, GPS) — $229 $279 (save $50)
Apple Watch Ultra (49mm, GPS + Cellular) — $449 $559 (save $110)
Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS + Cellular) — $599 $749 (save $150)
Apple AirTag (single) — $24.99 $29 (save $4.01)
Apple AirTag (4-pack) — $79.98 $99 (save $19.02)
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) — $89.97 $129 (save $39.03)
Apple Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad — $107.47 $129 (save $21.53)
Apple Magic Trackpad — $109.99 $129 (save $20)
Apple Magic Keyboard for iPad — $276.99 $349 (save $72.01)
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