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Amazon has dropped mega deals on robot lawn mowers for Prime Day: Shop Dreame, Mammotion, and more

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 18:15
The best October Prime Day deals on robot lawn mowers: Best Roborock Deal Roborock RockNeo Q110H Robot Lawn Mower $679.99 (Save $120) Get Deal Best Mammotion Deal Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 $2,109.00 (save $690) Get Deal Best Segway Deal Segway Navimow i206 AWD $849.00 (save $150) Get Deal Best Dreame Deal Dreame LiDAR A3 AWD Pro $1,709.99 ($990) Get Deal Best Ecovacs deal Ecovacs Goat O1000 RTK $630.80 (save $369.19) Get Deal

Amazon's next Prime Day event, Prime Big Deal Days, is in its final day. As expected, Amazon is stacked with deals, but we're running out of time to shop. If you're in the mood for a major home improvement upgrade, you might want to check out the deals on robot lawn mowers.

Robot lawn mower deals are some of the standout savings right now, which is very helpful if you're looking for a little extra assistance around the yard before chilly winter weather arrives.

Top manufacturer brands Roborock and Mammotion are both included, with a few popular models getting huge discounts. Check out some of our favorite October Prime Day robot lawn mower deals below. Even if you don't need it for the rest of autumn, this is a great opportunity to get ahead of the game on next year's yard work.

Best Dreame deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame DREAME LiDAR A3 AWD Pro $1,709.99 at Amazon
$2,699.99 Save $990.00 get a free Dreame LiDAR Robot Lawn Mower 4-Piece Ultimate Care Kit Get Deal Why we like it

This Dreame robot lawn mower has received a decent discount for October Prime Day, though you'll need to clip a coupon to snag it. Once you do that, its price drops from $2,699.99 to $1,709.99. That's $9900 in savings.

As for what this mower can accomplish, it can handle yards up to 0.87 acres, slopes up to 38.7 degrees, and features dual cutting discs for trimming down your yard. It also comes with EdgeMaster 2.0 technology that can reach the borders of your yard and even map them. Thanks to 360-degree 3D LiDAR and AI binocular vision, this robot mower can navigate around obstacles in its path to ensure the entire lawn gets a full trim.

Plus, Dreame is offering a free accessories bundle with purchase. Add the Dreame LiDAR Robot Lawn Mower 4-Piece Ultimate Care Kit to your order and you'll get a free garage, replacement blade kit, cleaning set, and decal sticker. The bundle usually sells for about $275.

More Dreame dealsBest Roborock deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Roborock RockNeo Q110H Robot Lawn Mower $679.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $120   Get Deal Why we like it

The RockNeo Q110H can mow up to a quarter acre a day, and you don't have to bury a boundary wire for it. You can set its cutting height anywhere from 1.6 to 3.1 inches. Plus, it has a floating deck that follows the dips and bumps in the ground so the cut level stays even. Its dual cameras spot patio furniture and toys so it can steer around them, and it turns away from people and pets while rolling right over low objects it can safely cross without disturbing people or items.

More Roborock dealsBest Mammotion deal Opens in a new window Credit: Mammotion Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 $2,109 at Amazon
$2,799 Save $690   Get Deal Why we like it

The Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 is normally listed for $2,799, but shoppers can scoop it up for $2,109 right now on Amazon, saving you a whopping $690.

This model comes with two 165W motors and six-blade discs to power through your lawn. Paired with AI vision, it can automatically adjust speed and power based on grass density, ensuring an even trim all around your yard. Plus, it can handle slopes up to 38.6 degrees. Like the mowers above, it can also map your yard using a combination of 360° LiDAR for navigation, NetRTK for corrections, and Dual-Camera AI Vision to help it avoid objects in its path.

More Mammotion dealsBest Segway deal Opens in a new window Credit: Segway Segway Navimow i206 AWD $849 at Amazon
$999 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Able to handle up to 0.15 acres and slopes up to 45 degrees, the Segway Navimow i206 features a cutting width of 7.1 inches and a cutting height between 2 and 3.6 inches. It also comes with mapping technology and VisionFence, which help it avoid objects left in the yard while it's cutting. It takes about an hour to recharge and can run for about an hour. Once fully charged, it can cover about 1,350 square feet of lawn.

Best Ecovacs deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ecovacs Ecovacs Goat O1000 LiDAR Pro Robot Lawn Mower $949.05 at Amazon
$1,499.99 Save $550.94   Get Deal Why we like it

A robot lawn mower is excellent for taking a chore off your to-do list, but some models come with a slight issue: they don't do a terrific job at getting the edges perfect. The Ecovacs Goat 01000 Pro takes on this challenge by incorporating smart edge mowing. The built-in edge trimmer is capable of true edge-to-edge trimming, like you'd get with your normal push mower.

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5 essential and affordable Ryobi power tools for renters

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 18:00

Are you looking for some affordable DIY power tools to tackle simple projects in your rental? These Ryobi tools are perfect for just that. From drilling and driving to refinishing furniture, here are five essential, affordable Ryobi power tools you should consider picking up.

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Ring made a smart lock you can recharge with a hand crank

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:49

Smart locks can be wonderful — until you're locked out of your home when the battery dies. Amazon's Ring believes it has a solution with a new Ring Smart Lock that you can recharge with a crank.

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The best Prime Day deals under $50: Our favorite budget deals on earbuds, outdoor gear, beauty, and lots more

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:47
The best October Prime Day deals under $50: Best Amazon Device Deal Fire TV Stick 4K Max $44.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best Kitchen Deal Ninja Blast Portable Blender $49.99 (Save $20) Get Deal Best headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones $37.79 (save $47.20) Get Deal Best Earbud Deal JBL Vibe Beam 2 Noise-Canceling Earbuds $39 (Save $25.95) Get Deal Best Outdoor Deal Amazon Basics Camping Chair $26.77 (save $4.72) Get Deal Best Home Security Deal Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ $40.98 (Save $79) Get Deal Best camping deal BioLite Range 500 Headlamp $48.89 (save $21.06) Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days is down to the final handful of hours. If you're hoping to avoid the chaos of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, shopping Amazon's fall sale is a wise move. Discounts cover everything from kitchen gadgets to smart home devices, which makes this the perfect time to cross a few names off your holiday list early.

Plenty of the best deals on offer come in at under $50. That's good news if you're shopping for stocking stuffers, a small gift for a coworker, or something for yourself that won't eat into your holiday budget.

We'll keep this list updated throughout the sale. In the meantime, here are some of the best Prime Big Deal Days deals you can grab for less than $50.

Best Amazon device deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $44.99 at Amazon
$84.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal Why we like it

The Fire TV Stick 4K Max recently saw its list price increase at Amazon to $84.99, but there's good news for shoppers of Prime Big Deal Days: it's currently on sale for $44.99. That's nearly half off, which is a discount we'll certainly welcome. It's a worthy investment if you're looking for a streaming upgrade, boasting 4K Ultra HD picture quality alongside support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and even Dolby Atmos audio to really immerse you in what you watch.

More Amazon device deals under $50Best headphones deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC Headphones $37.79
$84.99 Save $47.20   Get Deal Why we like it

On Mashable's list of the best headphones, the JLab JBuds Lux come in at the top pick for a budget model. That's even more true now that some colorways are on sale for under $40. "They have functional ANC, decent comfort, great sound balance, and a killer battery life, all with a design that doesn't feel overtly budget-friendly," wrote Mashable Lead Shopping Reporters Bethany Allard and Samantha Mangino.

Best earbud deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon JBL Vibe Beam 2 Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $39 at Amazon
$64.95 Save $25.95   Get Deal Why we like it

These earbuds have active noise cancellation to cut down on the chatter around you, plus a Smart Ambient mode that lets outside sound back in when you need to hear what's going on in the real world. They boast 10 hours of playtime with an additional 30 hours from the charging case, and they're IP54-rated, so rain and sweat won't hurt them. For under $50, they're a great option to toss in your bag and go.

More headphone and earbud deals under $50Best kitchen deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Blast Portable Blender $49.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Ninja makes some of our favorite kitchen appliances like the Ninja Creami and the Slushi. But on the more budget side, we have the Ninja Blast Portable Blender with its 18-ounce capacity. Of course, the name gives away that you can toss this in a tote bag and whip up a smoothie in your car after a gym session. But it's also great if your short on kitchen space in a studio or an apartment. The compact blender is still powerful enough to crush ice and frozen fruit.

More kitchen deals under $50Best home security deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ $40.98 at Amazon
$119.98 Save $79   Get Deal Why we like it

Keep an eye on who darkens your doorstep with this video doorbell. It records 2K footage with a head-to-toe view, so you can see a visitor's face and packages, pets, or other guests in the same frame. It's battery-powered, so you can mount it right outside your door without touching any wiring, though you can also connect it to your existing doorbell wiring if you'd like it to ring inside your home. When someone stops by, you can talk to them from your phone through two-way audio with noise cancellation.

More home security dealsBest beauty deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Wavytalk Wavytalk Thermal Brush Blowout Boost $49.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Thermal brushes can be a great, low-fuss way to get an effortless, blown-out look. They're not the same as a blow dryer brush, so this tool does need to be used on dry hair. That said, the Wavytalk thermal brush has become a cult favorite on TikTok, thanks to its even heat, sleek results, and great value.

More beauty deals under $50Best outdoor deal under $50 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Basics Camping Chair $26.77 at Amazon
$31.49 Save $4.72   Get Deal

If you enjoy camping in this cooler fall weather, a camping chair is an important addition to your outdoor gear. If you're looking for a new option to chill out in, the Amazon Basics Camping Chair is on sale, exclusively for Prime members. It's a comfortable pick with a breathable mesh back, a built-in cup holder for your favorite drink, a side pocket, and a beverage cooler pouch that holds up to four 12-ounce cans.

More outdoor deals under $50Best camping deal Opens in a new window Credit: Biolite BioLite Range 500 Headlamp $48.89
$69.96 Save $21.07   Get Deal Why we like it

Fall is one of the best camping seasons if you don't mind chillier temps at night. But hiking in the fall colors is second to none and packing along the BioLite Range 500 Headlamp is a pro move. It's waterproof and rechargable via USB-C. Plus, it gets over 200 hours of bright, shining light before it'll need a recharge. Use it while camping, unloading groceries from the car at 4:30pm this winter, or during the next power outage.

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Time is running out for Prime members to shop Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Sign up for a Prime 30-day free trial if you want to save some cash, and follow Mashable’s guide to the best October Prime Day deals and live blog for the latest updates.

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Today is the last day to shop these 22+ Prime Day deals under $25

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:40
Best Prime Day deals under $25: Best earbuds deal Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds $18.98 (save $21.01) Get Deal Best Apple deal Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 (save $5) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote Pro (newest model) $19.99 (save $15) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Cuisinart Mini Food Processor $24.49 (save $15.46) Get Deal Best water bottle deal Owala FreeSip Twist $19.97 (save $10.02) Get Deal

In case you haven't noticed, it's gotten expensive to simply exist. Between gas prices, groceries, and, of course, rent, finding any deal is a win in my book — which is exactly why we're tracking down the best Prime Day deals for under $25.

SEE ALSO: The best Prime Day deals under $50: Our favorite budget deals on earbuds, beauty tech, and more

Today, Oct. 7, is the final day of October Prime Day, officially known as Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days. So if you're sticking to a budget, you might want to get these to your cart ASAP before they sell out.

And be sure to check back, as we'll be updating and adding new $25-and-under finds as more discounts drop.

Best deal under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Owala Owala FreeSip Twist $19.97 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $10.02   Get Deal Why we like it

We love the Owala FreeSip at Mashable. Multiple staffers own the bottle that allows you to chug and sip out of one lid, all the while keeping your water cold all day long. The FreeSip Twist, in particular, is Owala's slimmer version of the classic FreeSip that catapulted it to internet fame. With a 24-ounce capacity, it still holds plenty of water, but can easily fit into car cup holders, backpack water bottle pockets, a seat back pocket, or simply slide into a tote bag with more ease.

Best Lego deal under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Wednesday Black Dahlia Flower $18.99 at Amazon
$27.99 Save $9   Get Deal Why we like it

Maybe you're a Wednesday fan, maybe you just want to get into the Halloween spirit. In either case, this 358-piece Lego set is a great deal, serving as both a cool nightstand display and a conservatory vase that opens up into Wednesday's classroom. At $18.99, this is the lowest price this set has ever been.

More deals under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds $18.98 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $21.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $12.98 at Amazon
$17.95 Save $4.97   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd gen) $24 at Amazon
$29 Save $5   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: INIU INIU 10000mAh 45W Power Bank $20.89 at Amazon
$23.99 Save $3.10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Alexa Voice Remote Pro $19.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid $23.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $6   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Rambler 16-ounce Stackable Tumbler $19.97
$28 Save $8.03   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Rambler 16-ounce Travel Bottle $24
$32 Save $8   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Puffin Puffin Alpine Insulated Can Cooler $19.96
$24.95 Save $4.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Sip Reusable Stainless Steel Straw $23.20
$34.95 Save $11.75   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: OtterBox OtterBox Commuter Series Case (iPhone 17e, 16e, 15, 14, and 13) $23.73
$49.99 Save $26.26   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ubisoft Star Wars Outlaws PS5 $14.99
$32 Save $17.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $17.99
$49.99 Save $32   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Life360 Tile Life360 Tile Bluetooth Tracker $14.99
$24.99 Save $10.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Cuisinart Cuisinart Mini Food Processor $24.49 at Amazon
$39.95 Save $15.46   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Rubbermaid Rubbermaid Brilliance BPA-Free Food Storage Containers (3 set) $19.93 at Amazon
$31.65 Save $11.72   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Stanley Stanley Quencher H2.0 Flow State Tumbler $22 at Amazon
$45 Save $23   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Owala Owala FreeSip Water Bottle $23.98 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $6.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dawn Dawn Powerwash Spray $11.53 at Amazon
$17.50 Save $5.97   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Smart Plug $12.98 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $12.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Biodance Biodance Hydro Cera-nol Real Deep Mask $12.99 at Amazon
$19 Save $6.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Laneige Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask $16.80 at Amazon
$24 Save $7.20   Get Deal
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5 signs your cheap Ethernet switch has become your network's biggest bottleneck

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:30

Unmanaged switches are as easy as a Sunday morning. Plug in power, connect Ethernet, forget about it.

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Dont miss these Prime Day fitness tracker deals: Save up to $170 on Fitbit, Garmin, Apple, and more

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:18
The best Prime Day deals on fitness trackers: Best Android smartwatch deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) $219.99 (Save $80) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best budget Fitbit deal Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.95 (save $30) Get Deal Best mid-range fitness tracker deal Fitbit Charge 6 $89.95 (save $70) Get Deal Best budget fitness tracker deal CMF Nothing Watch 3 Pro $59 (save $20) Get Deal best Garmin deal Garmin Venu 3 $279.99 (save $170) Get Deal

If a new fitness tracker or smartwatch is on your wishlist, October Prime Day is a good time to shop. Amazon has discounted popular models from Fitbit, Garmin, Apple, and other big-name brands for its 48-hour event running Oct. 6 and 7. We're well into Day 2 of the official Prime Big Deal Days sale, so if you see a deal you like, be sure to grab it before time runs out.

SEE ALSO: Sony headphones are hitting record lows on October Prime Day: Shop XM6, XM5, and budget headphones

We've cross-referenced Amazon's live deals with Mashable's official guide to the best fitness trackers. Below, you'll find the best Prime Day deals on the wearables our team has personally tested and reviewed, plus a few other notable price drops worth your attention.

Best Fitbit deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Charge 6 $89.95 at Amazon
$159.95 Save $70.00   Get Deal Why we like it

The Fitbit Charge 6 is Mashable's favorite mid-range fitness tracker. It hits the sweet spot for budget buyers who don't want to sacrifice essential features. You get a built-in GPS that frees you from your smartphone, an intuitive AMOLED display, and 40 different exercise modes. If you're an intermediate user looking for a reliable wearable that covers all your bases at a great price, this is your answer.

Best budget Fitbit deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.95 at Amazon
$99.95 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full review of the Fitbit Inspire 3.

If you don't want a small smartphone strapped to your wrist at all times, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is Mashable's top budget pick. It's a simple, low-profile tracker that offers comprehensive health and fitness metrics (including sleep data) without the bulky interface. At well under $100, it provides everything you need and nothing you don't.

Best Android smartwatch deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) $208.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $91   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Read our full review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.

For Android users, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is down to $219.99 (originally $299.99), coming within $1.50 of its all-time record low of $218.49. Earning a 4.6-star rating and a Mashable Choice Award, it features a thinner "squircle" design that lies flatter on the wrist, tight Google Gemini AI integration, and deep biometrics through Samsung Health (including personalized sleep coaching and daily Energy Scores).

Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy See It at Walmart Why we like it

Read our full review of the Apple Watch Series 11.

While the last-gen Series 11 isn't seeing discounts on Amazon right now, Apple's flagship Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) is down to $349.99 from $399.00. That $49.01 markdown brings Apple's latest hardware down to a more accessible price point for Prime Big Deal Days. It delivers even faster processing, a display that's twice as scratch-resistant, deeper Apple Intelligence integration via Workout Buddy, and advanced health monitoring like Daily Readiness scores and more frequent heart rate variability (HRV) readings.

Best Garmin deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Venu 3 $279.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $170   Get Deal Why we like it

Garmin watches are some of the best in the biz, but they rarely see steep discounts. So I was surprised to see the Venu 3 and 3S (the smaller option) down to a new record-low of $279.99 for October Prime Day. Garmin's Venu smartwatch is a great all-rounder, with health metrics and fitness tools (over 30 preloaded sports apps) out the wazoo. It gives you in-depth recovery advice for training, detailed sleep data, a built-in speaker and microphone for hands-free calls and virtual assistant access, and battery life that puts most watches to shame (up to two weeks in smartwatch mode). It's also incredibly sleek and comes in a couple colorways, each of which are on sale.

Best budget fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing CMF Nothing Watch 3 Pro $59
$79 Save $20   Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full review of the CMF Watch 3 Pro.

If you'd like a capable fitness tracker, but you're not in the mood to spend much, I have good news: October Prime Day has the CMF Nothing Watch 3 Pro on sale for only $59. In testing this model last year, it quickly became one of my favorites, and left me shocked at how CMF priced this so low, given its features. It does have a larger face that measures about 1.5 inches, so keep that in mind if you prefer a more petite fitness tracker.

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Time is running out for Prime members to shop Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Sign up for a Prime 30-day free trial if you want to save some cash, and follow Mashable’s guide to the best October Prime Day deals and live blog for the latest updates.

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The best October Prime Day deals on iPads, according to Mashables team of tech experts

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:05
The best October Prime Day iPad deals at a glance: Best budget iPad deal Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $399 (save $50) Get Deal Best iPad mini deal Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $499 (save $100) Get Deal Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $649 (save $100) Get Deal Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) $1,299 (save $200) Get Deal

Fall has just begun, but the holiday shopping season is already heating up. No longer do things kick off on Black Friday: Amazon's annual Prime Big Deal Days sale is the start of year-end deals.

This "October Prime Day" event is live through midnight PT tonight, and we're tracking all the best iPad deals right here. Apple's tablets were hit by price hikes this summer amid the ongoing memory crisis, so Amazon's discounts on them are a welcome sight — even if they're not some of the biggest we've ever seen.

Save $50 on the regular iPad

The standard iPad with the A16 chip is our favorite Apple tablet for budget shoppers. "Even though its tech is basic compared to the advanced iPad Air and Pro," writes Mashable's Samantha Mangino, "it's great for someone who wants a portable screen for streaming, playing games, and reading." It's rated for up to six hours of battery life.

The base iPad with 128GB of storage is now $50 off with or without cellular connectivity. That brings it down to $399, its lowest price since Amazon bumped its MSRP to $449 earlier in June. Its lowest price ever was about $271, according to data on the Amazon price-tracking site camelcamelcamel.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $399 at Amazon
$449 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad (A16, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $549 at Amazon
$599 Save $50   Get Deal Take $100 off the mega-portable iPad mini

If you wish e-readers were more powerful, more versatile, and equipped with way more storage, get Apple's smallest iPad instead. The iPad mini's compact size and anti-reflective display make it our favorite tablet for reading. Right now, you can grab it for $100 off (starting at just $499). Just know that we saw it hit $349 last Black Friday.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple iPad mini.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $499 at Amazon
$599 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $649 at Amazon
$749 Save $100   Get Deal Apple's latest M4 iPad Air is now $100 off

Mashable’s Timothy Beck Werth called the M4 iPad Air "a tablet that thinks it's an AI laptop" — it's a great pick for students, artists, and creators. It has the same super-light aluminum body and bright Liquid Retina screen as last year's model, but it's much faster. That M4 chip makes AI tools like fast voice-note transcription and photo editing happen almost instantly. It's our favorite iPad for most people.

Both sizes of the M4 iPad Air are now $100 off, with the smaller 11-inch model starting at $649. (For comparison's sake, its all-time low price is about $519.) You'll pay an extra $150 for cellular connectivity.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple iPad Air (M4).

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon
$749 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $849 at Amazon
$949 Save $100   Get Deal Save up to $200 on the powerful iPad Pro

Select configurations of the latest M5 iPad Pro are up to $150 off during Prime Big Deal Days, but you can save even more on two configurations of last year's M4 model. (One has Apple's premium nano-texture display finish.) It has the exact same design, cameras, and smooth, bright OLED touchscreen as its M5 successor. It's not quite as powerful, but it's still one of the fastest tablets you can buy. It actually outperforms a lot of laptops on the market. Our former tech editor recommended it for any professional artist who "needs a sleek, on-the-go device that can handle taxing workloads ... while they're traveling from A to B."

These M4 iPad Pros have both been up to $100 cheaper before, but we think they'll sell out before Amazon gives them any further price cuts. They're up to $376 less expensive than their M5 counterparts.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple iPad Pro (M4).

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 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 More iPad Pro deals

Time is running out for Prime members to shop Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Sign up for a Prime 30-day free trial if you want to save some cash, and follow Mashable’s guide to the best October Prime Day deals and live blog for the latest updates.

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Nvidia RTX Spark laptop prices seemingly revealed by HP leak

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:00

Microsoft is all set to announce a Surface laptop powered by the powerful new Nvidia RTX Spark chip on Wednesday afternoon, but HP may have jumped the gun by revealing the price of its own RTX Spark laptops ahead of time.

According to NotebookCheck, HP posted product listings on its online storefront ahead of the Microsoft event, which is set to start at 1 p.m. ET. These laptops use the RTX Spark chip, making them extra beefy for power users. Per HP's store listings (which have since been removed), the OmniBook X 14 starts at $2,999, and the Omnibook Ultra 16 starts at $3,199.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft is ending support for Internet Explorer mode in Edge

Those are obviously huge price tags, but they make a tiny bit more sense when you see that the machines include the RTX Spark chip, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage.

Still, NotebookCheck noted that the Ultra 16 can go as high as $4,999 with the most powerful variant. That's an astronomical price for a laptop, no matter how powerful it is. We'll see if the Microsoft Surface laptop with the RTX Spark chip, likely to be announced on Wednesday afternoon, is even close to these in price.

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Keep the fridge running and your devices powered with $649 off Ankers Solix C2000 this October Prime Day

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:00

SAVE $649: As of Oct. 7, the Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station (2,048Wh) is down to $849.99 at Amazon for Prime Big Deal Days — a 43% discount off its normal $1,499 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C2000 $849.99 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $649.01   Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days wraps up at midnight tonight, making this your final window to grab Anker's heavy-duty backup battery before prices jump back up. Dropping $649 off its usual $1,499 price tag down to $849.99, the Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 gives you solid energy security for home blackouts, tailgating, or camping trips.

The main draw here is the sheer amount of juice it holds: a 2,048Wh capacity paired with 2,400W of continuous power output (and a huge 4,000W peak surge). That means it can power heavy-duty appliances like a full-sized dual-door fridge, a microwave, or a window A/C unit without tripping. It’s so efficient that it can keep a full-sized fridge cold for up to 32 straight hours on a single charge.

SEE ALSO: The best live Prime Day outdoor deals: Anker power stations, Yeti coolers, and LifeStraws are among our top picks

Recharging is stupidly fast, too. Wall-charging gets it from empty to 100% in just 58 minutes. If you're on the road, you can use an 800W car alternator charger to top it off in 3 hours — eight times faster than a standard cigarette lighter socket — or hook it up to solar panels when you're off the grid.

Even with all that muscle, Anker managed to keep this setup surprisingly compact. At 41.7 pounds, it's about 25% lighter and 29% smaller than most other power stations with this much juice, making it easy enough to throw in the trunk. Plus, the internal LiFePO4 battery cells are rated for over 3,000 charge cycles, so you'll easily get 10 years of use out of it before the battery health even starts to drop.

Grab the Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station at Amazon for $849.99 before Prime Big Deal Days ends at midnight tonight.

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I've jailbroken 3 Kindles—these are the essential apps and plugins I always sideload first

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:00

Even older Kindles are surprisingly capable, but Amazon's stock firmware limits what you can do. I've jailbroken several Kindles in my time and unlocked a ton of useful features. These are the apps and plugins I always install first.

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Mars weird 1,100-mile cloud runs on physics no one has ever seen before

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 17:00

Astronomers may have uncovered a wild reason for how one Martian cloud grows hundreds of miles longer than California, possibly making it the largest of its kind in the solar system. 

Astrophysicist Jorge Hernández Bernal first spotted the cloud in an otherwise clear sky in 2018. Images by the European Space Agency's Mars Express Visual Monitoring Camera, aka the Mars webcam, captured the strange phenomenon as the Red Planet's southern hemisphere experienced spring. 

When he looked through archival Mars images, he found the cloud as far back as NASA's Viking 2 mission in the 1970s. But it largely escaped notice because of its ephemeral nature: It forms daily at sunrise around the summit of Arsia Mons, a mountain that soars 11 miles high, and vanishes within three hours. Many space cameras snapping photos of that region can't take pictures until the afternoon, due to orbits timed to the sun. 

For years, Bernal and colleagues have continued investigating what makes this extraterrestrial wonder — and, no, it's not steam spewing from the volcano. Arsia Mons has not been active for ages. Instead, the answer may be physics that was only theoretical until now. Scientists have never seen this happen in any planet's atmosphere before.

The team's shocking findings, published in Nature Geoscience, are a reminder to scientists that they should never rule out obscure or unfamiliar processes when studying other worlds. 

SEE ALSO: A dying star may have birthed a planet right before it croaked

The key to the cloud could be something called "homogeneous nucleation," according to the new paper, a process wherein water vapor seems to freeze straight into ice particles in the air. 

On Earth, clouds tend to form when water vapor cools and clings to airborne particles, like salt, pollen, or dust. Originally, researchers believed Mars' copious dust was the catalyst. But when they used computer models to try to simulate the cloud, dubbed the Arsia Mons Elongated Cloud, or AMEC, they could never reproduce its long tail. 

Something was missing from their cloud recipe, which urged Bernal, now at Sorbonne Université in Paris, to continue looking for missing steps or ingredients. 

"The actual answer seems obvious now, but at first we were quite skeptical of ourselves," Bernal told Mashable. "The point is that homogeneous nucleation is another pathway to form cloud particles without requiring dust, and that happens precisely when humidity is very high."

Researchers liken this unusual phenomenon to droplets of condensation appearing in the middle of a room, rather than on a window. For this cloud process to work, the air has to be extremely moist — over 100,000 times more humid than anything we experience on Earth.

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The 1,100-mile cloud appears at sunrise daily in the spring and summer for the southern Mars hemisphere. Credit: ESA

So how does a dry, dusty planet get that soggy? Blame the volcano. As wind rushes past Arsia Mons, the mountainside kicks up a powerful gravity wave in the atmosphere. That wave shoves moist air several miles higher in just a few minutes. Up there, the air chills fast, dropping about 54 degrees Fahrenheit in only 10 minutes. Cold air can't hold much water vapor, so the humidity shoots up until the vapor freezes on the spot.

Mars may be famous for its dust, but the researchers found that altitude makes all the difference. The cloud forms about 28 miles above the ground, where far less dust floats around.

With homogeneous nucleation added to the cloud recipe, the team's computer model finally produced the long tail. 

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"It feels good to find a long-sought explanation like this, especially when the explanation turns out to be something really special that has not been observed in nature before," Bernal said.

Confirming the result will require new observations that won't be easy to get. But the researchers hope the paper will spark broader scientific interest in dust-free cloud formation, not just in the upper atmosphere of Mars, but Venus and even Earth. 

Bernal, who has devoted his whole career to studying this exotic cloud, worries that humans could one day destroy it, as they have other wondrous features on our home planet. He's an advocate for studying space and other worlds from afar.

"It is an eye-catching, aesthetically sublime cloud," he said. "If anyone tried to terraform Mars, any change in its current climate could easily make the AMEC disappear." 

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The Google Pixel 11 Pro is under $900 for the first time ever

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:45

SAVE $265: Prime members can now buy an unlocked Google Pixel 11 Pro for $835. As part of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, this phone has dropped below $1,000 for the first time since it launched.

Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 11 Pro, Unlocked (256GB) $835 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $264   Get Deal

The Google Pixel 11 Pro launched in August, and it's taken two months to get a good and proper discount on this Android flagship. For the first time ever, this phone is available for under $1,000 as part of the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale. With a cool 24% discount, you can save $265 and pick up this phone for $834 in the obsidian black color. The dune, fog, and olive versions of the phone are also on sale for $849, so you'll have to decide if any of those colors is worth an extra $15 to you.

In our Pixel 11 Pro review, we noted that the new smartphone has an incredible camera array, and the device is capable of taking professional-quality photographs (even without the included suite of AI photo editing tools). That's no surprise. For the past couple of years, Google's Pro-series phones have had the best cameras in the business, rivaled only by Apple's Pro-level phones. If you're in the Android world and you want the best possible cameras, this is the best smartphone for photography (at least in the United States; there are some impressive smartphone cameras with Leica lenses available in Asia).

As our reviewer Alex Perry wrote, "Photography is fun on the Pixel 11 Pro, which is not something I feel about many handsets these days. A combination of hardware and software makes your images consistently look nice, even in challenging lighting conditions." We recently named this one of the best smartphones of the year, and at this price, it's a lot more attractive.

Prime members can buy an unlocked model of this Android phone at Amazon now.

SEE ALSO: The 37 best Prime Day tech deals: We found deals under $25, but also $1,200 savings on OLED TVs

Time is running out for Prime members to shop Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Sign up for a Prime 30-day free trial if you want to save some cash, and follow Mashable’s guide to the best October Prime Day deals and live blog for the latest updates.

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LG and Apple are building smart home devices to catch up to Amazon and Google

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:43

LG is diving into the smart home space occupied by heavyweights like Google's Nest and Amazon's Ring — with some unconventional help. Apple is reportedly co-developing a slew of devices with LG as part of a reset of its smart home strategy.

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The 20+ best Prime Day deals on MicroSDs, SSDs, and hard drives: Our top picks to beat RAMageddon

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:39
The best Prime Day MicroSD, portable SSD, and internal SSD deals: Best Rugged SSD deal Sandisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $209.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best SSD deal Samsung SSD 990 Pro 2TB PCIe 4.0 $389.99 (save $250) Get Deal Best MicroSD card deal Sandisk 512GB microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2 $129.99 (save $70) Get Deal Best Travel-Friendly SSD deal Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD $379.99 (save $170) Get Deal

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 AI demand squeezes consumer supply.

That makes finding genuine discounts during Prime Big Deal Days — Amazon's 48-hour fall savings event that ends today, Oct. 7 — all the more crucial.

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Kindle, Lego, and Samsung deals

High-speed NVMe drives, rugged external SSDs, microSD cards, and HDDs are Prime Day staples that matter more than ever amid RAMageddon. We did some digging and found the best October Prime Day deals in the solid-state and hard drive categories 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 offers from top-tier brands like Samsung, Sandisk, and more.

Best rugged SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk Sandisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $209.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $90   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. Now $209.99 for October Prime Day (normally $299.99), it's never been cheaper before.

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 microSD card deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk Sandisk 512GB microSD Express Card for Nintendo Switch 2 $129.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

Nintendo's bestselling Switch 2 console comes with 256GB of built-in storage, which can fill up fast if you play a lot of AAA games. Sandisk's officially licensed 512GB microSD Express Card for the console has read speeds of up to 880 MB/s and comes with a lifetime warranty. If you're a Prime member, you can add it to your cart for just $129.99 during Prime Big Deal Days (typically $199.99). That's its lowest price ever.

Best travel-friendly SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD $379.99 at Amazon
$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 of 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.

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5 ways to make and manage Docker Containers without using the command line

How-To Geek - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:30

Usually, when we think about Docker, the first thing that comes to mind is a terminal and that is how most people start using Docker, but it does not have to be the only way you manage it.

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Apples default budget tablet just hit $399 for October Prime Day — save $50

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:23

SAVE $50: As of Oct. 7, the 11-inch Apple iPad (A16 chip, 128GB, WiFi) is down to $399 at Amazon — a 11% savings off its standard $449 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad 11-inch: A16 chip $399 at Amazon
$449 Save $50   Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days wraps up at midnight tonight, making this your final chance to grab Apple's default budget tablet before prices jump back up. Named Mashable's top pick for the best budget iPad of 2026 by Samantha Mangino, the 11th-generation iPad drops $50 down to $399 for the 128GB version. It’s the most practical buy for anyone who wants a fast, vibrant screen for couch scrolling, video calls, and daily tasks without spending Pro or Air money.

Inside, Apple upgraded the processor to the A16 chip — making apps load instantly and multi-window browsing feel effortless. While it skips the hyper-advanced M-series chips, its benchmark results beat most premium Chromebooks, so it easily doubles as a light work or study device.

The 11-inch Liquid Retina display delivers sharp, vibrant visuals with True Tone technology, which automatically adjusts the screen's color warmth to match the ambient lighting in your room so your eyes don't get fried. You get a sharp 12MP front camera positioned along the long landscape edge — so you look centered during video calls — plus a 12MP rear camera for quick document scans. Touch ID is integrated directly into the top power button for instant fingerprint unlocking and secure Apple Pay authorization.

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day: We found 22 Apple products at record-low prices that you need to grab before midnight

Rounding out the hardware is a universal USB-C charging port, all-day battery life that comfortably carries you through a full day of mixed use, and speedy WiFi 6 for buffer-free streaming. It also supports both the USB-C Apple Pencil and 1st-Gen Apple Pencil if you like to sketch or take handwritten notes, as well as the Magic Keyboard Folio if you want to turn it into a portable mini laptop setup.

If you just need a reliable, high-quality Apple tablet that nails all the fundamentals, this $399 iPad 11-inch A16 Prime Day deal is as good as it gets before the clock runs out.

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Mashables experts picked the best October Prime Day TV deals: Save up to $1,200 on OLED TVs

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:17
The best October Prime Day TV deals: Best budget TV deal Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series 4K TV $279.99 (save $180) Get Deal Best OLED TV deal Samsung 65-inch S90H OLED 4K TV $1,497.99 (save $1,202) Get Deal Best QLED TV Deal TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV $1,077.99 (save $1,422) Get Deal Best art TV deal Amazon Ember 55-inch Artline QLED 4K TV $499.99 (save $400) Get Deal Best Roku TV deal Roku 65-inch Plus Series QLED 4K TV $429.99 (save $220) Get Deal Best small TV deal Amazon Ember 43-inch 4-Series 4K TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best TV Deal Under $500 TCL 65-inch T7 Series QLED 4K Google TV $448.99 (save $81) Get Deal Our Dream TV Samsung 65-Inch S95F Series OLED 4K Smart TV $2,319 (save $180.99) Get Deal

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale features lots of amazing tech deals (duh). But it's an especially good time to be shopping for a new TV, as 2026 models have been on the market long enough to see hefty discounts. Sure, you could wait a few weeks until Black Friday to see if they get even cheaper, but if you're already sick of watching football games on an old TV, then this is your best opportunity to save.

On the first day of Prime Big Deal Days, the TV deals were excellent. On day two, some are even better. Our favorite QLED TV of 2026 dropped an extra $120 overnight, while a few Hisense Canvas TVs (basically Hisense's version of The Frame) slashed an additional $50 off their price tags. We've also spotted best-ever pricing on some other favorites, including a brilliant Samsung OLED if you're willing to splurge and Amazon Ember TVs for budget shoppers.

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Kindle, Lego, and Samsung deals

Our tech experts have collected all of the best October Prime Day TV deals from brands like TCL, Hisense, Amazon Fire TV, LG, and Samsung below. While the deals are still going strong, the sale wraps up at midnight tonight (Oct. 7), so be sure to lock in these prices while you can.

Feeling lost? Check out the Mashable guide to TV specs for a quick refresh on the difference between QLED, OLED, Mini LED, and RGB displays. And to make life easier, we've marked our editors' top deals with a ✅.

Best Prime Day TV deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV $1,077.99 at Amazon
$2,499.99 Save $1,422.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable's TV expert named TCL's QM8L TV the best QLED TV for most people, highlighting its "superb peak brightness, detailed picture quality, and fantastic glare handling" in her review. The SQD part of its name stands for "super quantum dot" mini LEDs, which are a major reason why it's one of the brightest TVs you can buy in 2026. Period.

On day one of the sale, October Prime Day savings knocked the cost down from $2,500 to $1,197.99. On day two, it somehow got even cheaper. Grab it for a new record low of $1,077.99 or 57% off while you can.

Best Prime Day budget TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series 4K TV $279.99 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $180   Get Deal Why we like it

As much as we might drool over Sony's new flagship Bravia 7 II True RGB TV, when it comes time to actually add a TV to our shopping cart, we often have to lower our expectations. The good news: TVs are among the few tech products that have gotten cheaper over the past five years, and even budget TVs offer fairly impressive displays and sound.

The Amazon Ember 4-Series is a good starter TV if you're on a budget, and that's why it's one of the best October Prime Day TV deals we've found so far. Despite clocking in at under $300, this 55-inch TV has a 4K HDR10+ display, WiFi 6 support, a speedy quad-core processor, and doubles as an Alexa smart speaker. If you're already in the Amazon ecosystem and OLEDs aren't in your budget, don't overthink this one.

Best art TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 55-inch Artline QLED 4K TV $499.99 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $400   Get Deal Why we like it

If you want an aesthetic TV that doubles as artwork on your wall, but don't quite have the budget for Samsung's The Frame, Amazon's new Ember Artline TVs are a solid alternative. The 55-inch model is on sale for less than $500 for Prime Big Deal Days, which is 44% off and its best price on record. While Amazon's art TV isn't quite as impressive in the specs department as Samsung's, it does offer a free art gallery and a wide selection of frame options at no extra cost. It's not our top pick at full price, but at $400 off? It's hard to pass up.

Best OLED TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch S90H OLED 4K TV $1,497.99 at Amazon
$2,699.99 Save $1,202.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Combining immersive deep blacks and the contrast known to come from Glare Flare OLED technology, the Samsung S90H is another great Prime Day bargain if making the jump to an OLED TV has been on your radar — now only $1,497.99.

Its selling point is the NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor, which uses 128 neural networks to enhance picture and sound, while 4K AI Upscaling Pro sharpens lower-resolution content. Gamers also get unique benefits thanks to the Motion Xcelerator 165Hz, Nvidia G-Sync, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support for smoother, lower-latency play.

Best Roku TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 65-inch Plus Series QLED 4K TV $429.99 at Amazon
$649.99 Save $220   Get Deal Why we like it

Not a fan of the Fire TV ecosystem? This deal on the 65-inch Roku Plus Series TV shaves $220 off for October Prime Day. It's selling fast, which makes sense; it's down to its best price ever and puts a 65-inch Mini-LED QLED in your living room for less than $450. Mini-LED backlighting and local dimming enable finer tuning of the bright, detailed 4K QLED display. It also features Dolby Atmos sound, Roku Smart Picture, and a delightfully simple interface.

Our dream TV: Samsung S95F OLED TV Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch S95F Series OLED 4K Smart TV $2,319 at Samsung
$2,499.99 Save $180.99 Almost sold out! Get Deal Why we like it

Our tech editor says this is the TV he'd buy if money were no object. What makes this Samsung OLED so special? While the LG C6 and Samsung S90H OLED TVs offer a better overall value, there are some distinct features that make the S95F so special — and so hard to find in stock (it's totally sold out at Samsung and almost sold out at Amazon).

The S95F borrows everything we love about The Frame art TVs and brings them into a flagship TV with a stunning OLED display. This TV has the ultra-thin design of The Frame, but crucially, it also has the same matte, anti-glare display, which is unrivaled in the TV world. Because it also has art mode, you can use it as an art TV without sacrificing any specs, making this the ideal TV for cinephiles, gamers, and design lovers.

So, while it doesn't have a huge discount (Best Buy has the best offer at the moment), we still think it's one of the best Prime Day deals on TVs.

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I think the best Prime Day TV deal just landed: Get a QLED TV for under $150

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:12

SAVE $190: For today only, Prime members can get the 43-inch Toshiba M450 Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV for $139.99. That's a 58% discount from its former price of $329.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Toshiba Toshiba 43-inch M450 Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV $139.99 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $190   Get Deal

You may have heard: Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sales event is happening right now, and it's set to end at midnight tonight. This annual fall sale, which most of us simply call October Prime Day, even if Amazon wishes we wouldn't, has delivered thousands and thousands of discounts on everything you can think of. You can even get a $1,500 gift card for free if you buy a car through Amazon Auto (yes, you can buy cars on Amazon, too).

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day 2026 live: Updates on the latest deals on AirPods, Yeti, Kindles, and Owala water bottles

To keep Prime Big Deal Days interesting, Amazon is offering daily drops of new deals, called "Today's Big Deals." Thankfully, this has delivered what might be the best Prime Day TV deal so far, at least for budget shoppers. For a little while longer, Prime members can save 58% on the 43-inch version of the Toshiba M450 Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV. Recently priced at $329.99, the new price of $139.99 lets you save a total of $190.

Now, obviously, if you're buying a TV for under $150, you're not going to get a lot of the premium features that you'll find in our favorite TVs of 2026. However, there's a lot to love about this TV:

  • HDR10+ QLED display

  • Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support

  • Fire TV OS and Alexa voice support

  • Low-latency gaming mode

  • Minimalist design with thin bezels

If you need a new TV, then jump on this Prime Day TV deal while you still can.

Prime members only have 48 hours to shop Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Sign up for a Prime 30-day free trial if you want to save some cash, and follow Mashable’s guide to the best October Prime Day deals and live blog for the latest updates.

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10+ October Prime Day power station deals: We found the best deals on Jackery, Anker, and Bluetti

Mashable - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 16:08
The best October Prime Day deals on power stations: Best Jackery deal Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $469 (save $90) Get Deal Best Ecoflow deal Ecoflow Delta 3 Classic with 220W Solar Panel $659 (save $440) Get Deal Best Bluetti deal Bluetti Elite 100 mini $399.99 (save $299.01) Get Deal Best Anker deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $469.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best DJI deal DJI Power 1000 v2 $399.98 (save $300.01) Get Deal Best camping deal Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra $1,019 (save $180) Get Deal Best refrigerator backup deal Anker Solix S2000 $679.99 (save $699.01) Get Deal

You can't go wrong with a portable power station, especially as we head into colder, stormier months.

They're great for camping or road trips, keeping your gadgets running when you're away from a plug socket. Portable power stations come in all shapes, sizes, and price points, with some costing well into the thousands. It's not exactly an everyday purchase, so when sales events like October Prime Day roll around, it's a great excuse to finally invest in one.

Since we're in the last handful of hours of October Prime Day, it's time to get shopping. There are discounts on seriously powerful models that can serve as a perfect backup power source for your refrigerator, as well as smaller models that will keep your personal devices charged and online. Now is a great time to pick one up at a lower-than-usual price. Below, we've rounded up the best deals worth checking out.

SEE ALSO: The best Prime Day outdoor deals: Anker power stations, Igloo coolers, and LifeStraws are among our top picks Best Jackery deal Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $469 at Amazon
$559 Save $90   Get Deal at Amazon Why we picked this

For those new to portable power, Jackery makes some of the most beginner-friendly and uncomplicated models. The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is a compact, portable power station with a 1,070Wh capacity and 1,500W output, making it suitable for powering devices such as fridges, electric pots, and other appliances. It can also go from empty to fully charged in an hour with emergency charging switched on, and the LFP battery is designed to retain more than 70% of its capacity after 4,000 charge cycles. Plus, it weighs under 24 pounds, so it's easy to carry around the house or the campground.

(Note: If you don't love the traditional black and orange look of Jackery portable power stations, the Explorer 1000 v2 comes in a modern cream color called dune white. That version is also on sale for $469 for Prime Day.)

More Jackery deals Best EcoFlow deal EF EcoFlow Delta 3 + 220W Solar Panel $659 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $440   Get Deal at Amazon Why we picked this

One of the major benefits of a portable power station is the ability to recharge using solar power. The EcoFlow Delta 3 Classic bundle with a 220W solar panel is a great choice on Prime Day. You'll get the 1,024Wh portable power station with a 1,800W output that can power even big appliances like fridges. It has X-Boost providing up to 2,600W for higher-power devices, and can charge to 80% in 45 minutes via AC.

With full sun, EcoFlow says the Delta 3 Classic can recharge in about 6 hours with the 220W solar panel. Of course, you can also recharge using standard wall power or a generator. When plugged into a wall outlet, the EcoFlow can reach 80% capacity in just 45 minutes.

More EcoFlow deals Best Bluetti deal Bluetti Elite 100 V2 $399 at Amazon
$799 Save $400   See It at Amazon Why we picked this

This Bluetti Elite 100 v2 unit is over $300 off the list price. It comes with a 1,024Wh capacity and 3,600W surge output, with 11 ports so you can charge multiple devices at once. It can also fully recharge in about 70 minutes with TurboBoost AC charging, making it a great option for last-minute use.

But one of the highlights of the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 is its ability to connect with up to 1,000W of solar power. That's a massive amount of solar compatibility for a portable power station in the 1kWh range. If you have access to both 1,000W of solar and full sun, the Elite 100 V2 will recharge in just 70 minutes.

The 10-millisecond UPS (uninterruptible power supply) also makes this a great model for plugging into your workstation or the WiFi router at home when a storm threatens to take out grid power. A 10 UPS means the Bluetti will take over providing power within 10 milliseconds of losing wall power.

The bio-based version of this model is ever so slightly less expensive than the standard model, so you might as well go with the cheaper version. Bluetti's bio-based lineup uses durable plastic housing with bio-circular materials.

More Bluetti dealsBest Anker deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $469.99 at Amazon
$599 Save $129.01   Get Deal at Amazon Why we picked this

This unit has a 1,024Wh capacity and 2,400W output, with 11 ports for powering multiple devices and appliances. It can reach a full charge in just 49 minutes with UltraFast charging enabled through the Anker app. It's built with a LiFePO4 battery, so it's designed to last a long time. After 4,000 cycles, Anker says it'll retain about 80% of its original battery capacity.

The newer C1000 Gen 2 has a few advantages over the original like quicker recharging. It's also lighter and smaller, so it's easier to carry around the campground.

More Anker deals Best DJI deal DJI Power 1000 V2 $399.98 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $50.01   Get Deal at Amazon Why we picked this

We all know DJI as the brand that launched drones into our everyday lives, as well as the company that makes excellent creator cameras and mics. But DJI also makes a stellar lineup of portable power stations. Often, they're on sale at such a competitive price that anyone should consider them a frontrunner for portable power, especially for those who have DJI drones.

The DJI Power 1000 v2 comes with a solid 1,024Wh battery capacity with a peak output of 2,600W. It has your standard AC ports, USB-C, and USB-A, but it also features dual SDC ports that can fast-charge DJI drone batteries. This feature makes it incredibly friendly for content creators. Additionally, it's super quiet, operating as low as 26 decibels, making recording video or audio near the power station no big deal.

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