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I use Excel all day, and F4 saves me more work than almost any other shortcut
If you're looking to speed up your Excel workflow, keyboard shortcuts are crucial. And I'm not just talking about the ones you learned the first time you sat in front of a Windows machine, like Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V. Some shortcuts are more powerful than those but easier to overlook, and F4 is one of them.
5 old gadgets worth buying if you spot them in a thrift store or garage sale
Thrift stores and garage sales can be great places to find old tech devices that still have plenty of life left. Not every gadget you find in a thrift store is worth buying, but there are some devices that could be worth snagging at the right price.
Google Voice gave me a phone number for free. Google Messages makes me wish I had paid for one instead
Free phone numbers sound like a better deal than they usually are. Google Voice has been handing out U.S. numbers at no cost for years, and for a while it was one of the more useful things Google made that plenty of people used. The catch is that the rest of Android's phone experience has moved on without it, and the gap between what Google Voice offers and what Google Messages now does has grown so wide that I wouldn't recommend it as anyone's main number.
I'll never buy a Fire TV again
Amazon built Fire TV into the streaming stick that tinkerers happily recommended. Its shift from Android-based Fire OS to the in-house Vega OS ends that deal, swapping app choice and freedom for Amazon's control. And unless stuff changes significantly, future Fire TV sticks are going to be a pass for me.
The future of Linux depends on these 4 distros
It used to be that picking a Linux distro mostly came down to which desktop you liked and which package manager you preferred. That is less true today. The distros getting attention now are built to do a specific job, whether that's ensuring ta thousand PCs are identical, surviving a bad update, or playing Windows games on your TV.
Apple’s 2026 Mac desktop lineup tested: We break down all four options
PCMag's Joe Osborne and CNET’s Josh Goldman break down Apple's latest Mac desktop lineup in this Lab Report. From the base Mac mini M6 with its huge performance gains and upgraded Apple Intelligence to the workstation-class M5 Pro mini and Mac Studio options with M5 Max and M5 Ultra, we analyze whether the recent price hikes are justified for creators, power users, and everyday Mac fans, and how to navigate them.
Explore more coverage of Apple's new Mac desktops: Surprise! New Macs Before iPhone Event — What’s Going On?
Apple announces new $899 M6 Mac mini and $5,499 M5 Ultra Mac Studio
Timecode chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:13 Mac mini M6 overview and pricing
1:42 M6 performance vs. PC mini PCs
4:19 Mac mini design and connectivity
6:17 AI workloads and RAM requirements
9:32 Mac mini with M5 Pro
10:48 Memory bandwidth and future-proofing
14:13 Who should buy the M5 Pro?
17:42 Mac Studio M5 Max and M5 Ultra
20:48 Gaming on Apple Silicon
21:30 Verdict and recommendations
Video credits
Host: Joe Osborne, Josh Goldman
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Producer: Numidas Prasarn
Camera: Numidas Prasarn
Video editor: Dillon Lopez
Thumbnail designer: Zooey Liao
20+ early Prime Day deals on MicroSDs, SSDs, and hard drives: Our favorite deals to beat RAMageddon
Thanks to the global memory crisis known as "RAMageddon," prices on memory products like internal drives, external SSDs, and high-capacity flash storage have continued to climb. It’s been a relentless up, up, and up trajectory as enterprise demand squeezes consumer supply.
That makes finding genuine discounts during Prime Big Deal Days — Amazon's 48-hour fall savings event kicking off on Oct. 6 and 7 — all the more crucial.
High-speed NVMe drives, rugged external SSDs, microSD cards, and hard drives are Prime Day staples that matter more than ever amid RAMageddon. We did some digging and found the best early Prime Day deals in the solid-state category right now. If you've been waiting to expand your PC build, give your PS5 some breathing room, or secure your off-site backups, now is the time to take advantage of these SSD offers from top-tier brands like Samsung, SanDisk, and more.
SEE ALSO: Our top 5 hacks for evaluating Amazon deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days Best SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung SSD 990 PRO 2TB PCIe 4.0 $389.99 at Amazon$639.99 Save $250 Get Deal Why we like it
The Samsung 990 PRO delivers top-tier sequential speeds up to 7,450 MB/s, effectively maxing out what a PCIe 4.0 slot can process. That translates directly to faster boot times, near-instant game loading on PC or PS5, and smooth handling of large 4K video renders. It also runs more power-efficiently than its predecessor, so it stays stable under heavy continuous workloads. With a solid five-year warranty and a huge price drop, it’s one of the best value-for-money storage upgrades you can buy right now.
Best rugged SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $245.99 at Amazon$299.99 Save $54 Get Deal Why we like it
Pocket-sized, ridiculously fast, and virtually indestructible, the SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD is engineered for harsh travel conditions that would destroy standard desktop drives. It nearly doubles the speed of previous generations, so you can back up thousands of photos in less than a minute, while offering full weather resistance to rain and spills, and hardware encryption to keep your private documents locked down tighter than a vault.
Best travel-friendly SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD $379.99$549.99 Save $170 Get Deal Why we like it
The Samsung T7 is built for life on the move. Weighing under two ounces and barely larger than a credit card, it slips into a pocket or backpack pouch without taking up space in your carry-on. Its solid aluminum unibody design handles the bumps of travel with ease, featuring shock resistance that withstands drops from up to 6 feet. With transfer speeds up to 1,050 MB/s, you can offload massive 4K travel footage, photo backups, or offline media libraries in seconds. You can even plug it directly into an iPhone 15 Pro (or newer) to record high-res video straight to the drive while on location.
More SSD and hard drive dealsMicroSDs
SanDisk 32GB Ultra microSDHC — $20.47 $22.65 (save $2.18)
SanDisk 128GB High Endurance Video microSDXC — $36.99 $60.99 (save $24)
PNY 64GB Elite-X microSDXC Flash Memory Card 3-Pack — $39.99 $42.99 (save $3)
Amazon Basics 512GB microSDXC Memory Card — $93.17 $109.62 (save $16.45)
SanDisk 512GB Extreme microSDXC Card — $133.21 $139.99 (save $6.78)
Portable SSDs
SanDisk 500GB Portable SSD — $109.99 $128.99 (save $19)
SanDisk 500GB Extreme Portable SSD — $144.99 $185.99 (save $41)
Samsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB — $229.88 $274.99 (save $45.11)
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB — $981.92 $1,144.99 (save $163.07)
Portable HDDs
UnionSine 500GB Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive — $35.49 $39.43 (save $3.94)
Seagate 2TB Portable Hard Drive — $119.99 $149.99 (save $30)
WD 5TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive — $215 $284.99 (save $69.99)
Western Digital 5TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive — $235.49 $274.99 (save $39.5)
WD 6TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive — $259.95 $319.99 (save $60.04)
Internal hard drives
Western Digital 1TB WD Blue Mobile Hard Drive — $129.99 $144.99 (save $15)
Samsung 2TB SSD 990 Pro — $389.99 $639.99 (save $250)
The best AirPods deals live ahead of October Prime Day (and 3 Id wait for)
Wallets at the ready, folks: We're now just one day away from October Prime Day.
The sale, officially dubbed Prime Big Deal Days, is the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season — a chance to stock up on marked-down tech with deals on items such as AirPods.
The sale officially kicks off Oct. 6, but in the lead-up to the main event, our team will be tracking all the best AirPods deals. So far, we haven't seen any price drops on the newly announced AirPods 5 (more on that below), but we have seen some other competitive price drops — though no all-time lows yet. As someone who tests and writes about headphones and earbuds year-round, I get why Apple users are willing to invest in AirPods. As a deals expert, I also much prefer to see folks grab AirPods on sale.
SEE ALSO: Early October Prime Day deals already live: Save on Apple, Beats, Fire TV, and GarminThe key to shopping these sales smartly is grabbing deals at just the right time. That's why I've rounded up the three best AirPods deals live so far, plus the three that you can wait on before the big day finally kicks off. Check them out below, and be sure to follow more of Mashable's October Prime Day coverage.
Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79 at Walmart$129.99 Save $50.99 Get Deal Why we picked this
The humble AirPods 4. What they lack in active noise cancellation, they make up for in a more appealing price point of $79, a total discount of over $50. With the release of the AirPods 5, these are the last AirPods available without ANC. Maybe that's ideal for you, or maybe you simply appreciate the lower price point. In either case, this is likely the last holiday shopping season you can grab these buds on sale. Just note that they are still $10 away from their record low price of $69, but their availability may be limited as we get further into the shopping season — they've already sold out on Amazon.
Best AirPods Pro deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179$249 Save $70 Get Deal Why we picked this
For listeners who need ANC in their ears, the AirPods Pro 3 currently boast one of the best Amazon discounts on AirPods. Having just dropped to $179, they're now just $10 off their lowest-ever reduction of $169. Sure, they're not the latest and most advanced model anymore, but you get a bunch of great features, including adaptive noise cancellation, Live Translation, heart rate sensing, and three-dimensional spatial audio.
More AirPods dealsApple AirPods Max 2 — $429 $549 (save $120)
The AirPods 5 have only received one small deal — a $4 price drop — so far since their release on Sept. 18. Granted, they're still very new to the market, so even that price dip is notable. We're hoping that as we get further into holiday deal season, a slightly more substantial deal comes along.
The AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case haven't dropped in price just yet, so we're not holding our breath that they will, especially since they're still brand new. That said, October Prime Day would be a very appropriate time for a surprise deal, so the chance that we see even a small dip isn't zero. At the very least, grabbing them at full price is still likely a better deal than grabbing the AirPods 4 with ANC on sale (more on that below).
The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation look like a good deal at $149 (down from $179), but there's a catch. Their newer analog, the AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case, has a list price of $149 and comes with an improved feature set, including better active noise cancellation and sound quality, with the same battery life. In other words, the AirPods 4 with ANC would have to be cheaper than $149 for this to be a deal worth picking up.
October Prime Day Apple deals guide: What to buy now that deals on AirPods and MacBook are live
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is just around the corner — and so are some excellent Apple deals, no doubt. This 48-hour "October Prime Day" serves as Amazon's kickoff to the Black Friday/holiday shopping season, which is the best time to find discounts on popular Apple devices, among many other tech products. This year, it will double as some year-end relief from RAMageddon price increases.
While the sale isn't scheduled to begin until Oct. 6, Amazon is already rolling out some early October Prime Day deals on select gadgets, including most AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks. That raises the question: If you're thinking about upgrading from an older Apple device to a newer model, should you start adding items to your cart now or hold off for a bit?
SEE ALSO: Amazon announces dates for Prime Big Deal Days, its 48-hour 'October Prime Day' saleThe answer depends on the exact product you're eyeing. Having covered Amazon's sales for years now, I think most of its current Apple deals will get much better on Oct. 6 and 7, when Prime Big Deal Days is officially live. However, a couple of the deals are worth grabbing immediately. In fact, you might miss out if you wait too long.
Read on to find out which six Apple deals I'd add to my cart ASAP, and which others I'm hoping to see once Prime Big Deal Days starts. I've come up with some October Prime Day discount predictions for every current Apple product based on their pricing histories and Amazon's deal patterns. I'm also keeping an eye on rivaling retailers like Walmart and Best Buy to see if they can one-up their offers. (Check back for updates as we get closer to the sale.)
The only Apple deals I'd shop before October Prime Day Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79 at Walmart$129.99 Save $50.99 Get Deal
Apple's last-gen earbuds are getting harder to find in stock following this month's launch of the AirPods 5. Amazon's $99 deal on new pairs is gone, leaving only used options starting at $82.03.
If you're after the base model, your best move right now is Walmart, where new pairs are still available for $79 (normally $129.99) — their lowest price this year. However, if active noise cancellation is a priority, you can get the ANC version for $129.99 at Best Buy.
While the standard version lacks ANC, misses out on Live Translation, and doesn't sound quite as refined as its successor, it's still a great option for budget shoppers who want a reliable set of wireless earbuds without paying full price.
Read Mashable's review of the Apple AirPods 4.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon$249 Save $70 Get Deal
If active noise cancellation is a deal breaker, we recommend picking up the Apple AirPods Pro 3. The ANC (including transparency mode) is about as good as you can expect from earbuds in this price bracket, which is now substantially cheaper thanks to an early Prime Day markdown of $70. They also boast heart rate monitoring, Live Translation, and a respectable battery life of up to 10 hours.
Read Mashable's review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 $429 at Amazon$549 Save $120 Get Deal
If you're more of an over-ears type listener, check out the continuing markdown of Apple's premier headphones, the Apple AirPods Max 2. With Prime Big Deals Day just one day away, they've dropped from a sale price of $479 to $429, giving you a full $120 savings (but check below to see the full markdown potential). They give you ANC (not just active but adaptive) plus immersive spatial audio.
Read Mashable's review of the Apple AirPods Max 2.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-Inch (M4, WiFi, 2TB, nano-texture glass) $1,899 at Amazon$2,099 Save $200 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) $1,299 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $200 Get Deal
Amazon still has a couple of older M4 iPad Pros in stock and on sale at deep discounts. One is an 11-inch model with a nano-texture (matte) display and 2TB storage; the other is a 13-inch model with Apple's standard display and 512GB of storage. They're marked down to $1,899 and $1,299, respectively, which is a $200 savings either way. (For reference, they were $250 off and $100 off during Prime Big Deal Days 2025.) They're significantly cheaper than their newer M5 counterparts right now, so I can see them selling out as October Prime Day hits.
Read Mashable's review of the 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M4).
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,499 at Amazon$4,099 Save $600 Get Deal
This beefy MacBook Pro, powered by Apple's most powerful laptop chip, is ideal for advanced users like professional video editors and developers. MacBooks don't normally get discounts of more than $300 to $400 during Amazon's Prime events, so at $600 off, this one's a no-brainer buy. I should also mention that this exact configuration cost $3,599 before Apple raised its MacBook prices in June — this discount negates that and then some.
October Prime Day AirPods deals to watchApple AirPods 5: The latest flagship AirPods debuted in mid-September, and they're currently stuck at full price. (The standard models retail for $129, while the ones with a wireless charging case cost $149.) They should get cheaper next month, but not by much. The AirPods 4 only saw a small $10 discount during their first Prime Big Deal Days in 2024, so I think they'll probably go for $119 and $139, respectively.
Apple AirPods Pro 3: The AirPods Pro 3 have better ANC than the regular AirPods 5, plus a longer battery life, an added heart rate sensor, and an exclusive Hearing Aid mode. They're down to $179 right now — a 28% savings — but they might dip even lower with October's festivities. Amazon could revive its record-low price of $169, which last appeared right before June's Prime Day sale.
Apple AirPods Pro Max 2: Apple's over-ear headphones are currently on sale for $429 (or $120 off their $549 MSRP), but you might want to hang on. We saw them fall to $399 a couple of months ago on Prime Day — an impressive 27% savings.
Read our reviews of the AirPods 5, the AirPods Pro 3, and the AirPods Max 2. Plus, find out where they ranked on our guides to the best wireless earbuds and the best noise-canceling headphones.
The best early October Prime Day AirPods deals for now: Apple AirPods 4 $79 (save $50.99 at Walmart) Get Deal Apple AirPods 5 $129 Shop Now Apple AirPods 5 with wireless charging case $149 Shop Now Apple AirPods Pro Max 2 $429 (save $120) Get Deal October Prime Day Apple Watch deals to watchApple Watch SE 3: Normally $249, Apple's budget smartwatch is now at $199, a savings of $50. Though it has been as cheap as $189.99 before. It could drop that low again for the sake of $10 this is worth grabbing now.
Apple MacBook Neo: The cheapest MacBook hasn't gotten any major discounts at major retailers since its March release. (Its current sale price of $689 on Amazon, or $10 off, is its all-time low there.) There's no world where Amazon matches the Apple Store's $100 student discount for Prime Big Deal Days, IMO, but maybe we'll see it hit $649 for the first time next month. It's due for better deals now that it's more than six months old.
Apple MacBook Air: The sky blue 13-inch M5 MacBook Air is $200 off at the time of writing, which means Amazon has knocked an extra $50 off since the early deals began. Both sizes of last year's M4 MacBook Air were $200 off during Prime Big Deal Days 2025, which means Amazon has now matched that price drop. We could see a bigger markdown though we could also see this MacBook fly out of stock.
Apple MacBook Pro: The 14-inch, M5-powered base model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is $160 off right now, but I think Amazon might sell it for $1,799, or $200 off, come Prime Big Deal Days. That's the discount its equally configured predecessor got last fall. (It wouldn't fully cancel the MacBook Pro's recent $300 price increase, but it would be a welcome deal regardless. We haven't spotted it on sale for less than $1,849 since June.)
Read our reviews of the Apple MacBook Neo, the M5 MacBook Air, and the M5 MacBook Pro. Plus, find out which MacBook is best for you.
The best early October Prime Day MacBook deals for now: Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $689 (save $10) Get Deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,399 (save $200) Get Deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,299 (save $200) Shop Now Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,839 (save $160) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,499 (save $600) Get Deal October Prime Day iPad deals to watchApple iPad: Apple's flagship tablet is on sale for $399 in the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days (usually $449), which is tempting. But maybe wait to see if Amazon matches or beats its $70 discount from last year's sale, which would bring it down even further to $379.
Apple iPad mini: The smallest, most portable iPad has beaten its Prime Big Deal Days 2025 price drop. It was $70 off last year but now it's down by a full $100. We don't expect this to go much lower, so grab it now if you're in the market for a mini upgrade.
Apple iPad Air: Both sizes of the latest M4 iPad Air are now $100 off right now. You can grab the 11-inch version for $649 and the 13-inch version for $849 (down from their original retail prices of $749 and $949). But last October, Amazon dropped the previous-gen models by $150 during Prime Big Deal Days. If Amazon replicates that $150 discount off the original list price next month, the 11-inch model would fall to $599, and the 13-inch would drop to $799.
Apple iPad Pro: The 11-inch base configuration of the M4 iPad Pro was $100 off during last year's Prime Big Deal Days, while the 13-inch base model was $200 off. Amazon isn't matching those offers just yet: The smaller size is now $1,139, only $60 off, while the 13-inch one is now $1,399, or $100 off (not bad, but it could be even better). Ideally, they'll soon hit $1,099 and $1,299 or less.
Read our reviews of the iPad mini, the M4 iPad Air, and the M5 iPad Pro. Not sure which iPad to buy? Allow us to offer some guidance.
The best early October Prime Day iPad deals for now: Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $399 (save $50) Get Deal Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $499 (save $100) Get Deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB $649 (save $20) Get Deal Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $849 (save $100) Get Deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-Inch (M4, WiFi, 2TB, nano-texture glass) $1,899 (save $200) Get Deal Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) $1,299 (save $200) Get Deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,139 (save $60) Get Deal Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,399 (save $100) Get Deal October Prime Day Apple accessory deals to watchApple AirTags (4-Pack): Currently on sale for $89 (normally $99). We frequently see this 4-pack drop to $69 or $79 during major Amazon events, so it's worth holding off a few more weeks to save an extra $5 or $10.
Apple Pencil Pro: Down to $99 (normally $129). This $30 discount is a pretty good deal. The lowest we've ever seen Amazon let it go for was $89.99 in Oct. of 2024.
Apple MagSafe Charger: On sale for $39.99 (normally $49). It doesn't usually drop below $29 (though we did see it at $28 in June), so the current price is reasonable if you need a wireless charger right away, though a slightly better deal is likely during the sale.
Watch for Apple Gift Card bundles: Keep an eye out for gift card promos as we get closer to Oct. 6. Target and Best Buy frequently run deals where buying a $100 Apple Gift Card gets you a $15 credit back. It's essentially free money if you already plan on paying for iCloud, Apple Music, or future hardware upgrades.
This $200 mini PC saves me $670 a year on subscriptions
There are plenty of free, self-hosted services that can replace popular paid subscriptions. All you need is the hardware to run them on. I paid $200 for my mini PC, and by self-hosting just five services, I save more than $670 every year, based on the monthly subscription prices.
Rare Apple deal: The iPad mini is $100 off at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
SAVE $100: As of Oct. 5, the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $499 at Amazon. That's $100 off its full price of $599.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $499 at Amazon$599 Save $100 Get Deal
Before its Prime Big Deal Days sale starts tomorrow, Amazon's been sneaking in some early deals for shoppers to check out. This includes a variety of discounts on Apple devices. Even the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) has been discounted, dropping to $499 for a limited time.
If this iPad model has been on your radar, this is a great opportunity to snag it for $100 off its usual full price ($599). Plus, you get to enjoy up to three free months of Apple Arcade, Fitness+, and News+ with your purchase as well.
SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, AppleIf you're looking for an iPad mainly for reading, the iPad mini is the one we'd recommend, per our roundup of the best iPads of 2026. It has a compact size, which is very helpful if you're bringing it along on vacations or casual outings, with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. Its A17 Pro chip also offers speedy performance and graphics, plus its all-day battery life can keep you busy in a favorite book for hours.
The iPad mini has a very nice camera, too. It comes with a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera for video calls and selfies, and a 12MP Wide back camera for detailed photos and videos. And if you're curious about how much storage you'll have for all these photos and videos, along with the many apps you're hoping to download, this particular model comes with 128GB to fill.
If this tablet has your attention, be quick to save on the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) at Amazon before Prime Day tomorrow.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
We tracked down the top early October Prime Day MacBook deals: MacBook Air deals are now live
Genuinely good MacBook deals have been harder to come by in the wake of Apple's summer price hikes. But with Prime Big Deal Days — Amazon's 48-hour fall savings event for Prime members on Oct. 6 and 7 — starting in less than a day, that's already changing.
"October Prime Day," as the sale is often called, serves as Amazon's unofficial kickoff for the holiday shopping season. Last year, it brought us $200 discounts on the MacBook Air and savings of up to $400 on select MacBook Pros — the same sorts of deals we later saw on Black Friday 2025. Right on cue, Amazon is already running those exact same $200 discounts across all MacBook Air models ahead of tomorrow's main event.
SEE ALSO: 30+ early October Prime Day deals: We found live deals on Bose, Lego, and AppleIn the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, most MacBooks are already on sale (including the budget MacBook Neo, if only by $10). While a few models might drop even further once the clock officially strikes midnight, you don't actually have to wait to score hundreds in savings right now.
Read on for my running list of the best early October Prime Day MacBook deals so far.
The best October Prime Day deal on the MacBook Air (so far) Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,399 at Amazon$1,599 Save $200 Get Deal
The latest M5 MacBook Air is a Mashable Choice Award winner and one of our top-reviewed products of the year. In his testing, Mashable tech editor Timothy Beck Werth found the M5 chip to be ridiculously powerful (probably more powerful than the average Air customer really needs, TBH). It also has a fantastic display, a great-sounding speaker system, and a sharp Center Stage webcam.
If you need a new MacBook Air, and you need it now, Amazon's best live deal is going to a 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM and a terabyte of storage. Normally $1,599, it's now on sale for $1,399 (or $200 off). That offer wasn't being matched by any other retailer at the time of writing, FWIW.
More MacBook Air dealsApple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,299 $1,499 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,599 $1,799 (save 200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,599 $1,799 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,799 $1,999 (save $200)
$4,999 Save $500 Get Deal
The M5 Max chip is Apple's most powerful laptop CPU to date. It's designed to handle the ultra-demanding workloads of "pro users" like "3D animators, app developers, and AI researchers," according to a company press release.
Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, you can save $500 on a beefy 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip, 48GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage. (This is the fanciest MacBook Amazon sells.) It typically retails for $4,999, but you'll pay $4,499 — a 10% savings. That deal isn't being matched anywhere else, either.
As mentioned up top, Amazon's October Prime Day MacBook Pro deals usually max out at $400ish. With that in mind, this is one deal that probably won't improve down the road.
More MacBook Pro dealsApple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,839 $1,999 (save $160)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,039 $2,199 (save $160)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,345 $2,499 (save $154)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $2,699 $2,999 (save $300)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,258.99 $2,399 (save $140.01)
Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,749 $2,999 (save $250)
Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $3,369 $3,599 (save $230)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $3,499 $4,099 (save $600)
Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $3,899 $4,399 (save $500)
Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $689 $699 (save $10)
Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $789.99 $799 (save $9.01)
21 early October Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by our gadget-obsessed experts
Mashable's discerning reporters and editors are constantly testing the latest gadgets, from e-readers to headphones, laptops, phones, power stations, smart rings, and portable speakers. This year, many of our favorite products have been besieged by price hikes as a result of the ongoing memory crisis. Fortunately, Amazon is about to bring tech shoppers some relief in the form of Prime Big Deal Days, better known as October Prime Day.
Set for Oct. 6 and 7, Prime Big Deal Days is a 48-hour sale for members of Amazon's Prime program. Often referred to as "October Prime Day," it serves as Amazon's unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season. We've been covering the event since its inception in 2022, back when it was still called the Prime Early Access Sale. And this year, we'll be keeping an extra close eye on the best early Prime Day tech deals.
SEE ALSO: Try Amazon Prime for free for 30 days to get access to October Prime Day 2026In the lead-up to the sale, Amazon is already offering some steep discounts on select devices from brands like Apple, TCL, Garmin, Beats, and Sony. After spending hours poring over these deals, we've identified the best early Prime Day deals that are so good, we'd buy them ourselves.
How do we pick these deals? We look for products we recommend at record-low prices (or close to them). We use price-tracking tools like camelcamelcamel to see if Amazon's discounts are actually better than usual, then cross-check them with other retailers' listings to make sure they're not cheaper elsewhere. (Walmart and Target are both gearing up to host their own October sales, FYI.) You can add our picks to your cart with confidence. And if we expect prices to drop lower in the days ahead, we'll be sure to tell you that.
So, without any further ado, these are the best early October Prime Day deals we've spotted so far.
$79 AirPods (a Prime Day classic)It wouldn't be an Amazon Prime event without some heavily discounted AirPods. But, ironically, before the sale officially begins, you can also grab these earbuds for $79 at Walmart. That could change come Oct. 6, as Amazon may be holding back some inventory for Prime Big Deal Days.
Apple's fourth-generation earbuds have excellent audio quality, a comfortable fit, and a five-hour battery life. The newer AirPods 5 sound even better and add ANC, but this pair is still a great option for iOS users on a budget. (Read Mashable's review.)
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple AirPods Pro 2 $79 at Walmart$129.99 Save $50.99 Get Deal
Note: The AirPods 4 dipped down to $69 last Black Friday, but $79 is their lowest price so far in 2026. Plus, they probably won't be in stock much longer now that their successors have launched.
Take $600 off Apple's most powerful laptopIf you're a professional creative, developer, or AI enthusiast who needs a compact new laptop for work, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better option than the 14-inch, M5 Max-powered MacBook Pro. (The M5 Max is Apple's most powerful laptop chip to date.) The "base" configuration with 36GB of RAM and 2TB of storage got a $500 price increase back in June, which bumped it from $3,599 to $4,099. But right now, Amazon has it on sale for just $3,499 — a $600 savings. It's even cheaper than before.
I should mention that Amazon's MacBook Pro discounts have capped out around $400 during its past Prime events. Suffice to say, this is a very good deal that probably won't last long.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,499 at Amazon$4,099 Save $600 Get Deal Cheaper-than-ever Fire tablets
Two of Amazon's own Fire tablets are already on sale for record-low prices ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. Take your pick from the compact Fire HD 8 with 64GB of storage — our favorite Fire tablet overall — or the big-screened Fire HD 10 with 32GB of storage, nicer cameras, and a sharper display. (Both have 13-hour battery lives.) They're now up to 53% off for Prime members.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 8 (64GB) $79.99 at Amazon$129.99 Save $50.00 Prime membership required. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) $72.99
$154.99 Save $82.00 Prime membership required. Get Deal Get 46% off a 4K streaming stick
Amazon's Fire tablets have been safe from price hikes so far, but the retailer raised the prices of all its Fire TV streaming sticks by at least $5 in August. The 4K Plus model went from $49.99 to $69.99. Nevertheless, Amazon will sell it to you for just $37.99 right now. (You can also try the coupon code STREAM4K, as we've seen it work at times this week.)
FWIW, this is Amazon's cheapest media player with support for Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Nvidia Geforce Now, and Alexa Home Theater (a surround sound feature that works with Echo devices).
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $37.99 at Amazon$69.99 Save $32.00 Get Deal A new all-time low on an Apple Watch alternative
Garmin's vívoactive 6 is a lightweight fitness smartwatch with an AMOLED display and an 11-day battery life. It supports features like constant heart rate readings, stress tracking, and sleep coaching. Our friends over at Lifehacker, one of our sister sites, gave it a stellar 4.5/5 review, calling it "a great watch for somebody who wants to track their steps and activity."
Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 6 (42mm) $229.99 at Amazon$299.99 Save $70 Get Deal A huge discount on a huge QLED TV
The 65-inch TCL QM8L is the best QLED TV for most people, according to Leah Stodart, our former TV expert. She praised its "superb peak brightness, detailed picture quality, and fantastic glare handling." (QLED TVs in general "are ideal for people whose TV usage happens mostly in the daytime, especially watching sports," to quote her TV specs guide.)
Right now, the 85-inch QM8L is available for $2,797.99, which is a good price. However, we do expect this TV to go on sale for $2,497.99 or less once October Prime Day begins Oct. 6, so hold out if you can.
Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 85-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV $2,497.99 at Amazon$3,999.99 Save $1,502 Get Deal Affordable Fire TVs
The best early Prime Day tech deals always include savings on Amazon's own devices, like the affordable 40-inch Ember Fire TV. This TV has a high-definition HDR10+ display and doubles as an Alexa smart speaker for your home. The 28% discount drops the price to a very affordable $179.99, its lowest-ever price.
And if you're looking for a cheap TV with a little bit more oomph, the 50-inch QLED Ember Fire TV is currently $100 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 40-inch 2-Series Fire TV $179.99 at Amazon$249.99 Save $70 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 55-inch QLED Series Fire TV $489.99 at Amazon
$589.99 Save $100 Get Deal Save $10 when you preorder the 'Ocarina of Time' remake
Nintendo's upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Switch 2 will be one of the year's biggest gaming releases (after GTA 6, obviously). Preordering the physical edition will normally cost you $69.99 — it's $10 more than the digital version — but Amazon has it on sale for $59.88 ahead of its Nov. 5 launch. The first print run has special packaging with foil cover art, so don't dawdle.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" (Nintendo Switch 2) $59.88 at Amazon$69.99 Save $10.11 Get Deal DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo
Our tech editor reviewed this classic DJI vlogging camera when it first came out. At the time, we called it the perfect camera for social creators, and we were right. Since then, this camera has become a very common sight at tech events, conferences, and anywhere else streamers and creators get together.
The new DJI Osmo Pocket 4 can be hard to find in the United States, but the previous-gen version is hardly out of date. This gimbal camera shoots gorgeous 4K vertical and horizontal video, and uses the built-in gimbal for tracking and motion stabilization.
Read our review of the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 camera.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo $549 at Amazon$629 Save $80 Get Deal Best deal under $50: Ugreen power bank
Whether you're on team Android or iOS, this power bank will give your smartphone a second life. This has not been a good year to buy a new phone, thanks to rising prices, so if your battery is holding on for dear life, just slip this power bank into your purse or backpack and avoid low-battery anxiety. It charges your phone via an included USB-C cable at a speedy 45W.
Opens in a new window Credit: Ugreen Ugreen Nexode Pro 10000mAh 45W Mini Power Bank $37.97 at Amazon$54.99 Save $17.02 Get Deal Best deal under $25: Apple AirTags
Apple released a new generation of AirTag trackers this year, the AirTag 2. The popular Apple tracker is already at an all-time low price, and we don't expect it to get any cheaper in the days ahead. You can also grab the 4-pack on sale for $89, though we're hoping that price drops to $79.99 soon.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 at Amazon$29 Save $5 Get Deal Best deal under $15: Amazon smart plug
This little gadget always goes on sale during Amazon sales, and so we're hardly surprised that it's one of the retailer's early Prime Day deals for October 2026. You can add this smart plug to your cart for just $12.98, a nearly 50% discount. If you're trying to spend every last penny of an Amazon gift card, go ahead and add it to your shopping cart.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Smart Plug $12.98 at Amazon$24.99 Save $12.01 Get Deal Deals on SanDisk memory products
The global memory crisis has led to rising costs for smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles, but it's been a disaster for SD cards and hard drives. So, while the discounts aren't as huge as they were in past years, you can find savings on these memory products during October Prime Big Deal Days. We've found a bunch of early Prime Day deals on portable SSDs and hard drives, and we expect even more savings to come.
Case in point: The SanDisk Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Card Express is currently $40 off. Likewise, you can save $40 on the popular SanDisk Extreme portable SSD with 1TB of storage.
Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk microSD Express Card for Switch 2, 512GB $159.99 at Amazon$199.99 Save $40 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk Sandisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $256.98 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $43.01 Get Deal Best subscription deal
This exclusive deal is for Prime members only, and it's a good one. For a limited time, Prime members can sign up for four months of Audible for just $0.99. You'll also get a $20 Audible credit to spend as you like.
Our advice? Take advantage of this deal and set a calendar reminder three months and 29 days in the future.
Opens in a new window Credit: Audible Audible $0.99 for 4 months + $20 Audible credit Get Deal Cheap wireless earbuds for under $25If you're hoping to buy flagship-quality noise-cancelling earbuds, then wait for Prime Big Deal Days to begin, as we're expecting big discounts on Apple, Sony, and Bose earbuds. However, if you're prone to losing earbuds and just need something simple for everyday use, the popular Anker Soundcore P30i Earbuds are already at a record-low price of $24.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore P30i Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $24.99 at Amazon$49.99 Save $25.00 Get Deal Deals to watch: Bose QuietComfort headphones and earbuds on sale
We've made no secret of the fact that we love Bose headphones and earbuds here at Mashable. The brand makes the most comfortable headphones we've ever tested, and the brand's popular QuietComfort line recently got refreshed.
Earlier this week, you could get the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) and the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Gen 2) for $50 off, but this deal has ended. However, we are very confident these products will get even bigger discounts when the Prime Big Deal Days sale starts on Tuesday, Oct. 6
Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (Gen 2) $249.99 at Amazon$299.99 Save $50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Gen 2) $399.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $50 Get Deal More Apple deals to watch
Some of the best early Prime Day tech deals so far are on Apple's iPads — or, at least, they were. As of this weekend, Apple's iPads are no longer on sale. That's the bad news. The good news is we fully expect the base iPad, the M4 iPad Air, and hopefully the M5 iPad Pro to get discounts in the coming days.
In the meantime, check out our guide to all of the October Prime Day iPad deals we expect this year.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air (M4), 11 inches $649 at Amazon$749 Save $100 Get Deal
The ultra-compact Ugreen Nexode Pro fast-charger is on sale for Prime Day: Shop this iPhone power bank for under $38
SAVE $17: As of Oct. 5, the Ugreen Nexode Pro 10,000mAh mini power bank is down to $37.97 at Amazon. That’s a 31% savings on a limited-time deal that ends on Oct. 5
Opens in a new window Credit: Ugreen Ugreen Nexode Pro 10,000mAh Mini Power Bank $37.97 at Amazon$54.99 Save $17.02 Get Deal
If your phone is perpetually hovering at 5% by mid-afternoon, you'll want to grab this fast. Amazon just knocked $17 off the Ugreen Nexode Pro 10,000mAh 45W Mini Power Bank, dropping it to $37.97 — a 31% savings off its usual $54.99 price tag. This power bank is tiny — measuring over 60% smaller than an iPhone 17 Pro Max — and slides effortlessly into a pocket or bag.
Despite its mini cylindrical shape, it packs 45W max fast charging through its built-in 8.7-inch braided USB-C cable (which doubles as a wrist strap), capable of boosting an iPhone 17 Pro Max to 66% or a Galaxy S25 Ultra to 65% in just 30 minutes. It also features a Smart TFT display showing real-time battery stats, temperature, and health, packs a 10,000mAh capacity, and has three output ports (two USB-C and one USB-A) to power up three devices at once.
SEE ALSO: 30+ of the best Anker deals live before Prime Day: We love these deals on power banks, speakers, earbuds, and moreUgreen has nailed the sweet spot between raw speed and portability with this model. The real draw here is the 45W output: while most mini power banks cap out at 20W or 30W, 45W delivers full-speed fast charging for phones, tablets, or even emergency battery top-ups for a MacBook Air without forcing you to carry a heavy brick.
The built-in braided cable means you'll never have to scramble around your backpack for a spare cord, and the smart display takes the guesswork out by showing your exact battery percentage and health status. Getting a 45W charger from a reliable brand for under $38 is an absolute steal — just make sure you grab it before the timer runs out.
Grab the Ugreen Nexode Pro for 31% off today.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
This creator-friendly power station is over $500 off for Prime Day — shop the DJI Power 2000 for $749.99
SAVE OVER $549: As of Oct. 5, the DJI Power 2000 portable power station is available for $749.99 at Amazon. That's a total saving of $549.01 from the regular list price of $1,299.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Power 2000 $749.99 at Amazon$1,299 Save $549.01 Get Deal
If you do one thing this October Prime Day, we recommend prioritizing big-ticket tech devices that are ordinarily too expensive. You know, things like power stations, which are super practical — essential, you could argue nowadays — but are just too pricey to justify most of the time.
Prime is now just a day away, officially running Oct. 6-7, but we're already feeling electrified by the early deals, including — yes — a super deal on this DJI Power 2000 portable power station.
As of Oct. 5, the DJI Power 2000 portable power station has been marked down from $1299 to $749.99, for a total savings of $549.01.
This power station is built for outdoor adventures, road trips, and general off-grid living. It recharges via the mains or through solar power, and comes equipped with multiple charging points for a variety of devices at any one time. It delivers 300W of power and can power appliances such as a fridge for up to 40 hours.
Get a super deal on a supercharger before Prime Day has even begun, with the DJI Power 2000 portable power station down to $749.99 — a massive saving of over $500.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
AirPods Pro 3 plummet to $179 at Amazon ahead of October Prime Day — act fast to save $70
SAVE $70: As of Oct. 5, the AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $179 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day. That's $70 off their full price of $249.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon$249 Save $70 Get Deal
Discounts on Apple products are already popping up on Amazon ahead of its Prime Big Deal Days event, including the AirPods Pro 3. As of Oct. 5, these earbuds are $179 at Amazon, which isn't far from their lowest-ever price of $169.
We saw them hit that low point just before June's Prime Day sale, but this offer is still mighty close if you've been hoping to grab them for a low price. Compared to paying the full $249, this deal saves you $70 overall, but it's only available for a limited time. There's no telling just how long that will be, so don't wait too long to scoop them up on sale.
SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, AppleWhile new AirPods may be out in the wild, we still have a lot of love for the AirPods Pro 3. They remain on our list of the best wireless earbuds as our favorite pick for Apple users, as their "sound profile is robust and clear, the noise cancellation truly silences the world around you, and they pair easily to Apple devices."
For those with a more active lifestyle, they also feature built-in heart rate sensors. With these, you can track your heart rate and calories burned while you're working out, which our reviewer Adam Doud said "worked perfectly." They also offer a strong battery life that can last you up to 8 hours with ANC on, or up to 10 in Transparency mode.
This deal is well worth grabbing before Prime Big Deal Days. Don't miss out on $70 off the AirPods Pro 3 right now at Amazon.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
SNL UK features glorious Stath Lets Flats reunion
It's been far too long since we saw the agents of Michael & Eagle Lettings together, but thankfully SNL UK has now corrected this.
In the clip above from the show's "Weekend Update" segment, anchor Ania Magliano chats to Jamie Demetriou and Al Roberts, both in character as Stath Lets Flats agents Stath and Al.
The conversation is every bit as chaotic and hilarious as you'd expecting, with the highlight being a song about playing football in America.
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Early Prime Day Kindle deal: This 16GB Kindle is over $40 off right now
SAVE $46: As of Oct. 5, the Kindle 16GB (2024) is priced at $103.99 at Amazon. That's 31% off on the list price of $149.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Kindle 16GB (2024) $103.99 at Amazon$149.99 Save $46.00 Get Deal
Just a day out from the official launch of October Prime Day, and Amazon continues to stack up the early deals. That includes discounts on the retailer's own devices, including this Kindle 16GB (2024).
This discount is doubly appealing because Kindle prices have surged due to the tech crunch known as RAMageddon. If you're looking for a new Kindle but don't want to pay top dollar for the latest model, this is a superb deal.
As of Oct. 5, the Kindle 16GB (2024) is marked down to $103.99, which gives you $46 off the regular list price of $149.99.
This particular model is light, bright — 25% brighter than previous versions, in fact — and gives you access to a near-endless supply of books when you sign up for the free Kindle Unlimited subscription.
With Kindle prices skyrocketing, grab the Kindle 16GB (2024) while you can save an impressive $46. Available now for just $103.99.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
The Insignia 65-inch Class QF QLED TV is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $50 for Prime Day
SAVE $50: As of Oct. 5, the Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV is down to its lowest-ever price of $299.99 at Amazon. That's $50 off its list price of $349.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 65-inch Class QF Series LED 4K UHD QLED Smart Fire TV $299.99 at Amazon$349.99 Save $50 Get Deal
Prime Big Deal Days officially kicks off tomorrow, but if you're hoping to buy a new TV, there's no need to wait.
Amazon has some fantastic early deals live, including a price cut on the Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV. As of Oct. 5, this smart TV is already down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.
For a limited time, you can snag this screen for $299.99. That's a $50 discount from its usual list price of $349.99. It's only available for a limited time, so you will likely need to shop before the end of Prime Day (Oct. 7).
SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, AppleThis Insignia model is among our favorite early Prime Day TV deals. Its 65-inch screen boasts sharp 4K Ultra HD resolution and QLED technology, delivering stunning colors and brightness on screen. With a Direct LED backlight, you'll also enjoy rich contrast in what you're watching, so movies, TV shows, and games can really shine with a high-quality picture.
Even the sound quality is a treat, with the TV also supporting Dolby Atmos Audio. This spatial audio technology makes the sounds in your show or movie feel as if they're coming from all around you, making the experience even more immersive as you watch. And on top of all that, it's also a smart Fire TV, so you can easily access your favorite streaming apps.
No need to wait for Prime Day to save on this Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV. Grab it for $50 off right now at Amazon.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box preorders hit an all-time low on Amazon — save over $40
TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box is on sale for $165.61 at Amazon, down from its $209.70 list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box $165.61 at Amazon$209.70 Save $44.09 Pre-order Here
Amazon has once again pushed its Star Trek Play Booster Box preorder down ahead of launch, with the latest price now more than $34 below the previous low we flagged in September.
As of Oct. 5, the Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box is available to preorder for $165.61 at Amazon. That's a sizeable $44.09 saving against its $209.70 list price. With this new record-low price (confirmed via the price tracker camelcamelcamel), this works out to roughly 21% off, bringing each of the 30 included Play Boosters to about $5.52 apiece.
Sold and shipped by Amazon directly, this box also comes with the retailer’s preorder price guarantee, so you’ll automatically pay the lowest Amazon price offered between ordering and its release on Nov. 13.
SEE ALSO: The 30+ best early Prime Day deals on trading cards: Pokémon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, and moreThemed around Magic’s venture into the iconic space-faring franchise (drawing from 60 years of the Star Trek franchise, including special treatments), you’ll get 30 Star Trek set packs — each containing 14 cards.
Packs include seven commons, three uncommons, a wildcard of any rarity, a Traditional Foil, a rare or mythic rare, a land, and a non-foil double-sided token. What’s more, stardate cards can also replace a common in one out of every 25 boosters.
The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping expertsFire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)
AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)
Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)
iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)
MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)
