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Eye strain is something many people struggle with, especially if you stick to your phone's default display settings. If you use your phone a lot for work, or you simply like to doomscroll (both of which apply to me), you've likely experienced fatigue from staring at your screen for long periods. Thankfully, you can change things pretty easily.

Your digital information can start to add up over the years, and next thing you know, you're running out of storage and cloud space. If you're trying to save family pics, work files, or videos, having a mega storage machine like a NAS device is the way to go, and thanks to Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, you can score this UGREEN device for just $347.

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale (aka October Prime Day) is in full swing. The 48-hour sale runs through Oct. 7 at 11:59 p.m. PT (that's 2:59 a.m. ET on Oct. 8), and there are literally millions of deals live on Amazon.

The Mashable shopping team has been busy sifting through Amazon to find the best October Prime Day deals that are actually worth your money. And trust us, we've been tracking prices and covering Amazon sales for almost a decade, so we know a good deal when we see one.

And look, we'll be the first to admit that shopping Amazon's sales can feel a little overwhelming. But think of us as your internet bestie helping you navigate it all. If you're not sure what to look for this Prime Big Deal Days, Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth is livestreaming around 6:30 this evening to talk about the products and deals backed by him and the rest of our team here.

Follow along on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram to see all of our picks.

And check out our curated list of October Prime Day deals you can shop right now:

The best October Prime Day deals live now Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon (save $49.01) Get Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal Amazon Kindle (2024) $103.99 at Amazon (save $46) Get Deal SanDisk Extreme 1TB Portable SSD $209.99 at Amazon (save $90) Get Deal Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones (1st Gen) $169 at Amazon (save $190.99) Get Deal Anker Nano Smart Display Charger $25.99 at Amazon (save $14) Get Deal

The best Prime Day board game deals at a glance Best overall deal Ticket to Ride $29.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best board game for outdoor lovers Trekking The National Parks $29.99 (save $19.96) Get Deal Best card game deal Sushi Go! $11.37 (save $4.04) Get Deal Best straregy board game deal Ark Nova $74.75 (save $5.24) Get Deal

If you make it through winter with non-stop board game nights, October Prime Day has some epic deals in store. It's also smart to consider if anyone on your Christmas shopping list would enjoy a board game. I'm seeing excellent board game deals that I was desperately searching for during Black Friday 2025, but they never appeared.

Fair warning, however, that many of these options are at least 50% sold out. I don't expect most of them to last into the second day of Prime Day, especially the well-known titles. Start adding these to your cart and check out before they get snatched up.

Best overall board game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Days of Wonder Ticket to Ride $29.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $10.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Without leaving the dining room table, travel across the country with Ticket to Ride, one of my favorite board games. It's designed for ages 8 and up, and it works well for two to five players. One round of Ticket to Ride takes between 30 minutes and an hour, and it's easy to pick up for beginners. I've played this dozens of times at family game night, and it never gets old.

More board game deals

• Catan on the Road Card Game — $7.58 $9.99 (save $2.41)

• Candy Land — $10.49 $14.16 (save $3.13)

• Sushi Go! — $11.37 $14.50 (save $4.04)

• Bananagrams — $11.95 $15.99 (save $4.04)

• Jenga — $13.99 $19.99 (save $6)

• Sushi Go Party! — $18.69 $21.99 (save $3.30)

• Azul — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Splendor — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Dixit — $27.99 $44.99 (save $17)

• Trekking The National Parks — $29.99 $49.95 (save $19.96)

• Catan Board Game — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)

• Cascadia Board Game — $37.45 $39.99 (save $2.54)

• 7 Wonders — $41.49 $59.99 (save $18.50)

• Arcs — $48 $60 (save $12)

• Viticulture Essential Edition — $52 $65 (save $13)

• Wingspan — $55 $65 (save $10)

• Everdell Standard Edition — $59.28 $75 (save $15.72)

• Vantage — $85 $90 (save $15)

• Ticket to Ride Legacy: Legends of the West — $88.49 $119.99 (save $31.50)

• Slay The Spire: The Board Game — $114.99 $124.99 (save $10)

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.

Steve Jobs famously revealed the first iPhone as three devices in one: an iPod, a phone, and an internet communications device. While a smartphone can replace plenty of devices, there are some gadgets that a phone just can't match.

The best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals Best Nintendo Switch Deal Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle $549.99 (Save $37.97) Get Deal Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch Deal The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time $59.88 (Save $10.11) Get Deal Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch Controller Deal 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $53.89 (Save $16.10) Get Deal Best Prime Day Nintendo eShop Deal $10 Nintendo eShop Gift Card $8.98 (Save $1.02) Get Deal

Have your eye on a new Nintendo Switch 2 console? October's Amazon Prime Day, happening Oct. 6 and 7, is the perfect time to pick one up or build out your game library for less.

Playing on Nintendo hardware got more expensive this year when Nintendo raised the Switch 2's U.S. price from $449.99 to $499.99 on Sept. 1, citing rising memory costs tied to the ongoing memory crisis. Nintendo consoles rarely go on sale, so Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event is a good chance to pick up a console bundle, games, or even some Nintendo eShop credit for less.

Here are the best Nintendo Switch deals we've spotted for Prime Big Deal Days so far.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch 2 deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle $549.99 at Amazon
$587.97 Save $37.98   Get Deal Why we like it

True, this isn't technically a Prime Day deal, since $549.99 is Nintendo's regular price for the bundle, but there aren't any other Amazon discounts on the Switch 2 itself right now, so the bundle is the best way to save some money on the console and get a game while you're at it.

It comes with a Switch 2 console, a digital code for Mario Kart World, and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online individual membership, so you can race other players online as soon as you're set up. The Switch 2 has a 7.9-inch 1080p screen that refreshes at up to 120Hz in handheld mode, and it outputs up to 4K when you dock it to a TV. Its Joy-Con 2 controllers snap on magnetically and can work like a mouse in supported games.

If you're ready to upgrade from your original Switch and want to get a little more bang for your buck, this is a great way to do so.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch 2 game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time $59.88 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $10.11   Get Deal Why we like it

Nintendo rebuilt this 1998 Nintendo 64 adventure from the ground up for Switch 2, with overhauled visuals, voiced cutscenes, expanded dialogue, and a symphonic orchestral score, plus reworked camera and movement controls. Oh, and of course, there are faster load times. Link still travels between childhood and adulthood to stop Ganondorf, and now you can play his ocarina in-game by humming or playing a real instrument into the Switch 2's microphone. But most importantly, you can save on the game before it's out by preordering now.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch controller deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 8Bitdo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $53.89 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $16.10   Get Deal Why we like it

You don't have to use Joy-Con controllers to play every single Switch game, and in fact, there are some more comfortable, better options out there. This Ultimate 2 controller from 8BitDo works with the Switch 2, the original Switch, and PCs. It uses Nintendo's button layout, so A and B are in the same place. Plus, its TMR joysticks are designed to avoid stick drift, and you can flip the triggers between Hall effect and tactile modes depending on what you're playing.

Best Prime Day Nintendo eShop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon $10 Nintendo eShop Gift Card $8.98 at Amazon
$10 Save $1.02   Get Deal Why we like it

Shaving a buck or two off of your Nintendo eShop purchases is always a good idea. Once you redeem the code from this eShop gift card, the $10 goes into your Nintendo Account balance, and you can spend it in the eShop on a Switch 2 or an original Switch game, downloadable content, or a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Since the money sits in your account rather than on a specific console, it follows you to any system you sign into with that account. A gift card also lets kids buy their own games without a credit card attached to the account, and it works with U.S. Nintendo Accounts. Buy a few and stack them, and you'll save a little cash on digital purchases.

More Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals

• Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake — $23.74 $59.99 (save $36.25)

• Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40)

• Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S — $29.19 $39.99 (save $10.80)

• Assassin's Creed Shadows — $34.99 $59.99 (save $24)

• Yakuza 0: Directors' Cut — $37 $49.99 (save $12.99)

• Donkey Kong Country Returns HD — $53.88 $59.99 (save $6.11)

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder — $54.39 $59.99 (save $5.60)

• Metroid Ravenous — $59.88 $69.99 (save $10.11)

That scratchy throat you went to bed with has evolved into a full-on head cold the next morning—yep, you're sick. You've emailed your boss, set your Slack status to that cute emoji with the thermometer in its mouth, and have enough meds on your nightstand to take down a rhino. Now comes the one perk of being sick—a full day of guilt-free TV.

Amazon is hosting its annual Prime Big Deal Days sale on Oct. 6 and 7, and Mashable shopping experts are bringing you live updates on all of the best October Prime Day deals. If you're looking to restock on everyday essentials or desperately need some relief from this year's tech price hikes, then this is your chance to save some serious cash.

We know that shoppers are keeping an eye on the build-up to Black Friday, but this event has dropped deals in just about every category. In the lead-up and on the first day of the sale, we've seen price drops on Apple MacBooks, first-ever deals on new Bose headphones, and huge discounts on top TVs from brands like Samsung, LG, and TCL. Our shopping experts are ready to help you save, and we'll be cross-checking prices at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart to make sure you know where to find the lowest prices.

Keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest Prime Day deals, live updates, price drops, low-stock alerts, and news from the Mashable shopping team.

Pornhub is back in Australia — for certain users.

Aylo, Pornhub's parent company, blocked Pornhub from the country back in March due to an age-verification law that requires explicit websites to verify users' ages using personal data such as a facial scan and ID.

SEE ALSO: The UK is investigating Pornhub. Here's what Pornhub says about it.

Aylo has responded to many of these laws, including most in the United States, by blocking Pornhub from those regions due to the burden of complying. Aylo has also stated that these laws don't work because anyone can use a VPN to circumvent them or visit noncompliant websites instead.

But now, in Australia, Pornhub will be accessible to iOS users who have confirmed their age through Apple's Australian age-verification process.

"With their recent Australian update, Apple set a benchmark by enabling child safety features automatically for users who have not verified that they are adults, ultimately, making every phone or tablet kid-safe as a starting point. As a result, today Aylo welcomes eligible age-confirmed Australian iOS users back to Pornhub," Pornhub's vice president of brand and community, Alex Kekesi, said in a statement shared with Mashable.

The child safety update first rolled out in March in the UK, and Pornhub allowed access there again as well after initially blocking access.

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo could be the first devices that protect children by default, Kekesi continued. She praised Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, for making child safety Apple's "#1 priority."

The tube site urges Apple to expand these developments globally, and Google and Microsoft to implement the same solution as well, Kekesi continued.

"The technology exists. A precedent exists. The responsibility now lies with Apple and platforms, like ours, to pursue solutions that truly protect children across the entire internet," she said.

This is the latest time Pornhub and Aylo have advocated for device-level filters, which have long been the adult industry and free speech experts' preferred solution to minors accessing porn sites.

Device-level filters, such as the iOS update, put child locks on the device itself. Many laws in the U.S. and globally mandate platform-level filters, in which websites and apps implement their own filters. This results in privacy and safety concerns, experts have told Mashable, as visitors have to hand over their personal data to unknown handlers. It also forces them to verify their age with each visit. Filters on the device, however, occur once.

"This method protects minors without requiring adults to surrender unnecessary personal information to multiple apps and websites. It also avoids creating systems that are easily circumvented through tools like VPNs," Kekesi said.

In July, Pornhub sent a letter to U.S. lawmakers urging them to require Apple, Microsoft, and Google to enable device-level filters. It first sent a letter to the companies directly in Nov. 2025, calling on them to do it themselves.

SAVE $40: As of Oct. 6, the first day of Prime Big Deal Days, the Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds are down to just $159.99. That's their lowest price on record and $40 off their list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore Sleep A30 Special $159.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $40   Get Deal

Whether you have noisy neighbors or live on a busy street, loud environments can often prevent a good night's sleep. While earplugs are a solid option, they're not the only option in 2026. If you like to listen to white noise, calming tunes, or even podcasts to fall asleep, sleep earbuds are a better alternative — and the Soundcore Sleep A30 Specials are our top choice.

Now that Prime Big Deal Days has kicked off, you can pick up the Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds for only $159.99. They're usually $199.99 at full price (as per the Soundcore website), so that's $40 or 20% in savings. That also happens to be their lowest price to date.

Mashable Lead Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard tested the leading sleep earbuds on the market, and the Soundcore Sleep A30 Specials won by a landslide. Aside from their predecessor, they're the only sleep earbuds on the market with ANC. They also feature five different soundscapes to help you drift off to sleep, including AI audio brainwave, snore masking, white noise, Calm app sleep stories, and Calm app meditations. Within those soundscapes, there are also plenty of customization options.

The buds also track sleep data, have better battery life than the original Sleep A30s, and offer a slimmer profile than the Sleep A20s. And perhaps most importantly, they're comfortable for side sleepers, back sleepers, and belly sleepers, with plenty of wear options. As Allard puts it in her review, "The Sleep A30 Special earbuds aren't just better than their predecessors — they officially sit head and shoulders above all other available sleep earbuds."

Considering the competing Ozlo Sleepbuds 2's $279 price tag, the Sleep A30 Specials are a decent value at full price. But who can argue $40 off?

Best Prime Day Apple Watch deals: Best Apple Watch Series 12 deal Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 (save $49.01) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Series 11 deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $259.99 (save $140) Get Deal Best Apple Watch SE 3 deal Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) $249 (save $50) Get Deal

Do you feel that chill in the air? Fall is here, which means the holiday shopping season is too. Amazon’s October Prime Day sale kicked off today, Oct. 6, and we’ve found Apple Watch deals worth a look. The new Apple Watch Series 12 is down to $349.99 (normally $399), while the budget-friendly Apple Watch SE 3 is back at $199 (normally $249). And over at Target, the previous-generation Series 11 is $259.99.

Prime Big Deal Days runs through Oct. 7, and we’re tracking the best Apple Watch deals throughout the sale. Whether you’ve been waiting for a discount on the newest model or just want to keep your purchase under $200, here’s what’s worth shopping on day one.

Best Apple Watch Series 12 deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $49.01   Get Deal Why we like it

If you’ve been holding out for a discount on Apple’s newest watch, Amazon just knocked $49.01 off the 42mm Apple Watch Series 12. That brings it down to $349.99 from $399 — not a huge markdown, but a welcome discount on a watch that just launched.

SEE ALSO: Apple Watch Series 12 vs. 11: Every upgrade, including one Apple didn't mention

The Series 12 has an S11 chip, redesigned health sensors with continuous heart-rate tracking, and a new readiness score. Our hands-on coverage takes a closer look at what’s new. If those upgrades are what you’ve been waiting for, you can pick up the newest model without paying full price.

Otherwise, take a look at the Series 11 deal at Target before checking out. At $259.99, it’s $90 less. And if $200 is your ceiling, the Apple Watch SE 3 is $199 at Amazon.

Best Apple Watch Series 11 deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $259.99 at Target
$399.99 Save $140   Get Deal Why we like it

Amazon isn’t the only place to find an Apple Watch deal today. Target has the Apple Watch Series 11 for $259.99 with Target Circle (which is free to join). Unless you’re set on Apple’s newest watch, this one deserves a look.

The biggest reason we like it? Battery life. In Mashable’s Apple Watch Series 11 review, Senior Editor Stan Schroeder found that it easily lasted a day and a half on a charge. In one test, he wore it overnight and still had 38 percent battery remaining after 24 hours. That’s useful breathing room if you want to track your sleep without squeezing in a charge before bed.

SEE ALSO: Apple Watch Ultra 4 Review: The smartwatch for the health-conscious

Schroeder also praised its comfortable fit and bright, vibrant display. The Series 11 wasn’t a dramatic reinvention of the Series 10, but the longer battery life made a real difference in his testing. At $259.99, that’s a much easier upgrade to consider than at full price.

More Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + Cellular, 49mm) — $699.97 $899 (save $199.03)

More smartwatch deals

• Google Fitbit Versa 4 — $165 $199.95 (save $34.95)

• Garmin Vivoactive 5, 42mm — $181.97 $299.99 (save $118.02)

• Garmin Forerunner 165, 43mm — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Garmin Instinct Crossover Solar, 45mm — $279.95 $449.99 (save $170.04)

• Garmin Venu 3, 45mm — $279.99 $449.99 (save $170)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, 47mm — $477.75 $649.99 (save $172.24)

Best deals from Best Buy's Techtober sale Best Apple deal Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $119.99 (save $59.01) Get Deal Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) $369 (save $80) Get Deal Best e-reader deal Amazon Kindle $103.99 (save $46) Get Deal Best creator deal DJI Osmo 3 Creator Combo $495 (save $54) Get Deal

Amazon's October Prime Day is here, so naturally, all the competing sales are too, including Best Buy's Techtober sale.

Though Amazon's sale is 48 hours from Oct. 6 to 7, Best Buy's sale is a weeklong affair, from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11. That said, the retailer stipulated that sale prices are liable to change during the sale dates and that only limited quantities are available. In other words, don't count on a deal you like lasting all week long.

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day 2026 is here: Live updates on the latest deals on AirPods, Kindles, and Yeti coolers

For the most part, you will find the best deals at Amazon. However, we've rounded up all the deals that are matched with Amazon's prices, slightly better, or within a buck or two of Amazon's sale prices for anyone who simply prefers to shop at Best Buy. All told, these are 22 of our favorite deals from Best Buy's Techtober sale (so far):

Best Techtober deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $119.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $59.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Yes, the AirPods 5 are here, and yes, they are objectively the better Apple earbuds. However, with this deal, the AirPods 4 with ANC are officially the cheapest way to get noise cancellation and wireless charging from the AirPods line. And at the time of writing, they're completely sold out at Amazon.

Best Apple deals

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179.99 $249 (save $69.01)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 — $429 $549 (save $120)

• Apple 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)

Best headphones and earbuds dealsHeadphones

• JLab JBuds Lux ANC — $39.90 $84.99 (save $45.09)

• Beats Studio Pro — $149.99 $299.99 (save $150)

• Sony WH-1000XM5 — $198 $398 (save $200)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) — $369 $449 (save $80)

Earbuds

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70)

• Sony WF-1000XM6 — $259.99 $329.99 (save $70)

Best TV deals

• TCL 75-inch Class M8LF Series 4K Mini LED Smart TV — $629.99 $1,299.99 (save $670)

• LG 65-inch Class C6 Series OLED evo AI Smart TV — $1,499.99 $2,699.99 (save $1,200)

Best e-reader deals

• Amazon Kindle — $103.99 $149.99 (save $46)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft — $189.99 $289.99 (save $100)

Even more deals

• Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $15.99 $39.99 (save $24)

• Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 (4-pack) — $49.40 $99.99 (save $50.59)

• DJI Mic Mini — $79 $99 (save $20)

• Acer Nitro 31.5-inch Curved Gaming Monitor — $179.99 $459.99 (save $280)

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo — $495 $549 (save $54)

Back in the day, we did everything we could to avoid transcoding in our Plex libraries. The typical home server's hardware was very weak, so transcoding turned a simple playback request into a never-ending buffering nightmare. But now that even cheap PCs can transcode video with ease, it's become a surprisingly useful trick for saving storage without having to buy more storage drives.

The best October Prime Day Deals at a glance: Best headphone deal Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) $319 (save $40) Get Deal Best Apple deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) $149.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best TV deal Samsung 65-Inch S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV $1,497.99 (Save $400) Get Deal Best Vacuum Deal Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $149.99 (save $150) Get Deal Best power station deal Bluetti Elite 100 V2 $448.99 (Save $450.01) Get Deal Best Memory deal SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $209.99 (Save $90) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $349.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best Deal Under $50 Amazon Echo Dot $39.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 (save $5) Get Deal

Another Amazon Prime Day is here. Prime Big Deal Days (aka "October Prime Day") runs Oct. 6 and 7, and deals are live, delivering major sales across all categories.

October Prime Day deals are a chance to get some relief from the RAMageddon price hikes impacting the tech industry this year. For its part, Amazon increased the prices of nearly two dozen Kindles, Fire TV Sticks, Echo smart speakers, and eero routers this summer because of rising component costs. Seasonal sales like Prime Big Deal Days (and later Black Friday) are offsetting some of those markups.

SEE ALSO: Try Amazon Prime for free for 30 days to get access to October Prime Day 2026

We've sifted through hundreds of October Prime Day deals to find the best ones for you. With the sale ramping up, prices are dropping. Kindles are now on sale, and the AirPods Pro 3 are $70 off. We'll be regularly updating our picks throughout Prime Big Deal Days. You can also check out our guide to the top October Prime Day tech deals for more savings.

How we choose deals

Mashable shopping reporters and editors regularly review the latest products from brands like Apple, Bose, Kindle, Ninja, Sony, and Samsung. We've also been covering major shopping events like Prime Big Deal Days for almost a decade.

Before recommending a deal, we use price-tracking tools to make sure the product is at a compelling price, and we prioritize products with record-low discounts. We also check prices at other retailers (big-box stores like Target and Walmart are also hosting sales this week), so we can point you to the lowest price at any given moment, even if it's not at Amazon.

Deals marked with a ✅ are Mashable editor favorites and award winners. Deals marked with a strikethrough are no longer available.

Best audio deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort (2nd Gen) Headphones ✅ $319 at Amazon
$359 Save $40   Get Deal Why we like it

For October Prime Day, we spotted the first deal on the second-generation Bose QuietComfort headphones. Mashable's audio expert Bethany Allard says that the Bose QuietComfort (2nd gen) are the best combination of comfort, noise cancellation, sound quality, and value in headphones right now. Currently, they're $319, down from $359 — a $40 saving that makes them an even better value.

However, we also have to call out a fantastic deal on the first-gen Bose QuietComfort headphones, which are currently 53% off for Prime Big Deal Days ($10 away from their record-low price from Black Friday 2025). As much as we love the new 2nd Gen model, that price is hard to beat.

More headphone deals

• JBL Tune 730BT headphones — $59.95 $89.95 (save $30)

• Sony WH-CH720N — $88 $179.99 (save $91.99)

• Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones — $99.95 $199.95 (save $100)

• Nothing Headphone (a) — $129 $199 (save $70)

• Beats Studio Pro — $149.95 $299.99 (save $150.04)

• Bose QuietComfort headphones (1st gen) — $169 $359 (save $190) ✅

• Sony WH-1000XM5 ANC headphones — $198 $248 (save $50) ✅

• Sony WH-1000XM6 ANC headphones — $378 $459.99 (save $81.99) ✅

More wireless earbuds deals

• Soundcore P30i by Anker noise-cancelling earbuds — $23.68 $49.99 (save $26.31) ✅

• Nothing Ear (3) — $99 $149 (save $50)

• Beats Fit Pro (1st Gen) sports earbuds — $118.69 $199.95 (save $81.26)

• Soundcore Sleep A30 Special — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $179.95 $249.95 (save $70)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $179 $229 (save $50) ✅

• Technics EAH-AZ100 — $234.99 $299.99 (save $65)

• Sony WF-1000XM6 ANC Earbuds — $258 $329.99 (save $71.99)

Bluetooth speaker deals

• Soundcore Select 4 Go Bluetooth Speaker — $19.99 $34.99 (save $15)

• Anker Soundcore 2 Bluetooth Speaker — $31.99 $45.99 (save $14)

• JBL Go 4 Bluetooth Speaker — $34.95 $49.95 (save $15)

• Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Portable Waterproof Speaker — $54.14 $99.99 (save $45.85) ✅

• Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Bluetooth Speaker — $84.99 $129.99 (save $45)

• Bose Soundlink Flex — $99 $159 (save $60)

• Bose SoundLink Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $179 $269 (save $90) ✅

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 ✅ $179 at Amazon
$249 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

The basic AirPods just got an upgrade with the new AirPods 5, and last year's Apple AirPods Pro 3 are back on sale. They were $234 in the lead-up to October Prime Day, but have since dropped to $179 — $70 off their $249 list price. The earbuds have ANC, a more comfortable, redesigned fit, and support for live translation with a compatible iPhone. They're a good pick for commuters and even measure your heart rate during workouts, which is great for athletes who love a good workout playlist.

More Prime Day Apple deals

AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 — $79 $129.99 (save $50.99)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 — $429 $549 (save $120)

Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) — $199 $249 (save $50) ✅

• Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) — $349.99 $399.99 (save $50) ✅

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $699.97 $899 (save $199.03)

iPad deals

• Apple iPad (A16, 128GB, WiFi) — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,299 $1,499 (save $200)

• Apple iPad Pro, 11-Inch (M4, WiFi, 2TB, nano-texture glass) — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

Deals on MacBooks

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,399 $1,599 (save $200)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,839 $1,999 (save $160) ✅

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 48GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $4,499 $4,999 (save $500)

Deals on Apple accessories

• Apple MagSafe Charger — $39.99 $49 (save $9.01) ✅

• Apple Pencil USB-C — $69 $79 (save $10)

• Apple AirTag 2 (4-pack) — $89 $99 (save $10) ✅

Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition $169.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

"If you've been patiently waiting for Kindle deals to drop, the wait is over. The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is my favorite e-reader, the one I use every day. With 32GB of storage, it has space for thousands of books. It also has an auto-adjusting front light and wireless charging. It's exceptionally fast, too, with smooth page turns and quick-loading books in my experience. It comes without lockscreen ads, too.

Plus, when you buy a new Kindle, check whether you're eligible for three free months of Kindle Unlimited with your purchase. Check the renewal terms before signing up." — Samantha Mangino, Lead Shopping Reporter

More Kindle deals

• Amazon Kindle (16GB) — $103.99 $149.99 (save $46) ✅

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids — $169.99 $229.99 (save $60)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50) ✅

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (16GB) — $189.99 $289.99 (save $100)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe (32GB) — $379.99 $499.99 (save $120)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe Colorsoft (32GB) — $479.99 $629.99 (save $150)

Best Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Dot $39.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Kindles aren't the only Amazon devices on sale: You'll also find deals on Amazon's Echos, Fire TVs, and tablets. Our favorite deal is on the Amazon Echo Dot, which is down to just $39.99. That's not the lowest price we've ever spotted, but it's still worth a look if you need a compact smart speaker.

It's also compatible with Alexa+, Amazon's AI assistant, which helps you do everything from meal planning to booking dinner reservations.

More Amazon device deals

Echo devices

• Amazon Echo Glow — $22.99 $29.99 (save $7)

• Amazon Echo Show 5 — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Echo Dot Max — $79.99 $119.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Echo Show 11 — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Amazon Echo Show 21 — $349.99 $499.99 (save $150)

Fire tablets

• Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) — $72.99 $154.99 (save $82)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 (64GB) — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50) ✅

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (64GB) — $94.99 $169.99 (save $75)

Fire TV devices and accessories

• Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $15.99 $39.99 (save $24)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick Voice Remote Pro — $19.99 $34.99 (save $15)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus — $37.99 $69.99 (save $32)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $44.99 $84.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Fire TV Cube — $89.99 $199.99 (save $110)

Blink cameras

• Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera — $23.99 $39.99 (save $16)

• Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera — $39.99 $99.99 (save $60)

• Blink Outdoor 4 (5+camera system) + Battery Doorbell — $104.99 $369.98 (save $264.99)

Smart home

• Amazon Smart Plug — $12.98 $24.99 (save $12.01)

• Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor — $46.99 $69.99 (save $23)

• Amazon Smart Thermostat — $56.99 $79.99 (save $23)

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV ✅ $1,497.99 at Amazon
$1,897.99 Save $400   Get Deal Why we like it

"While the S95H OLED from Samsung is my personal dream TV, for most people, the 2026 model S90H is the much better choice. It still has an ultra-premium OLED display and an ultra-fast processor to support gaming, upscaling, and smart features. Best of all, it's never been priced this low. Its $400 discount makes this one of the best Amazon Prime Day TV deals I've found so far." — Timothy Werth, Mashable Tech Editor

More TV deals

Under 50-inch TV deals

• Amazon Ember 40-inch 2-Series Fire TV — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70) ✅

• Roku 43-inch Select Series 4K TV — $179.99 $249.99 (save $70)

• Sony 48-inch Bravia 6 OLED 4K TV — $998 $1,299.99 (save $301)

50 to 55-inch TV deals

• Insignia 50-inch F50 4K TV — $159.99 $299.99 (save $140)

• Samsung 55-inch M70H Mini-LED 4K TV — $299.99 $347.99 (save $48)

• Amazon Ember 55-inch Artline QLED 4K TV — $499.99 $899.99 (save $400) ✅

• Hisense 50-inch S7 Canvas Hi-QLED 4K TV — $697.99 $1,299.99 (save $602)

• Samsung The Frame 55-inch LS03F 4K QLED Art TV —  $697.99 $1,097.99 (save $400) ✅

• LG 55-inch LX7B Gallery Mini LED 4K TV — $699.99 $1,299.99 (save $600)

65-inch TV deals

• Roku 65-inch Plus Series QLED 4K TV — $429.99 $649.99 (save $220)

• Hisense 65-inch E7 Mini-LED Hi-QLED 4K TV — $579.99 $999.99 (save $420)

• Toshiba 65-inch G700 ArtVision QLED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,297.99 (save $298)

• Hisense 65-inch S7 Canvas Hi-QLED 4K TV — $949.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,050)

• Samsung 65-inch S85H OLED 4K TV — $1,297.99 $1,999.99 (save $702)

• TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV — $1,077.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,422) ✅

• Samsung 65-inch S90H OLED 4K TV — $1,497.99 $1,897.99 (save $400) ✅

• Sony 65-inch Bravia 8 II QD QLED 4K TV — $2,498 $3,299.99 (save $801.99)

• LG C6 Series OLED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,699.99 (save $1,200) ✅

• Samsung 65-Inch S95F Series OLED 4K Smart TV — $2,319 $2,499.99 (save $180.99) ✅

75-inch TV deals

• Samsung 75-inch M70H Mini-LED 4K TV — $547.99 $729.99 (save $182)

80 to 85-inch TV deals

• Hisense 85-inch S7 Canvas Hi-QLED 4K TV — $1,797.99 $3,999.99 (save $2,202)

• TCL 85-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV — $2,297.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,702)

Over 85-inch TV deals

• Hisense 100-inch E7 Mini-LED Hi-QLED 4K TV — $1,697.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,302)

• TCL 98-inch QM7L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV — $2,197.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,802)

Best home and kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Staub Staub Ceramic 0.75-quart Petite Pumpkin Dish $29.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal

"Right now, you can find a ton of excellent Prime Day deals on Ninja, Vitamix, and Breville appliances, but I have to give it up for this under $50 deal. After all, does anything say fall is here more than a decorative gourd? That's a rhetorical question, of course. And this isn't just decorative. You can use the baking dish in the microwave and oven for pumpkin-shaped treats." — Timothy Werth, Mashable Tech Editor

More Prime Day home and kitchen deals

• Ninja Professional Blender 2.0, 1,200W — $79.99 $109.99 (save $30)

• Brooklinen 100% Turkish Cotton Bath Towels, 2-piece — $87.20 $109 (save $21.80) ✅

• Brooklinen Sateen 4-piece Sheet Set, Queen — $119.40 $199 (save $79.60) ✅

• Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Deluxe Pod Espresso Maker — $133.99 $199.95 (save $65.96)

• Ninja PossibleCooker PRO Plus 9-in-1 slow cooker — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Vitamix 5-Speed Immersion Blender bundle — $149.95 $199.95 (save $50) ✅

• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker — $169.99 $219.99 (save $60) ✅

• Ninja Crispi Pro Glass Air Fryer, 6 quarts — $249.90 $299.99 (save $50.09) ✅

• Vitamix Propel Series 510 Professional Blender — $299.95 $499.95 (save $200) ✅

Best outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Limited Edition Tundra 45 Cooler ✅ $243.75 at Amazon
$325 Save $81.25   Get Deal Why we like it

"Yeti coolers are the gold standard of outdoor coolers for a reason: They're strong enough to stand up to a grizzly bear (yes, they're actually bear-tested) and can hold ice for days on end. I've personally tested Yeti coolers, temperature gun in hand, to verify they perform as advertised, and I haven't been disappointed yet.

"These coolers only go on sale during big shopping events like Prime Day and Black Friday, and only in select colorways. This year, you can grab this cool, limited-edition color for 25% off its usual price." Timothy Werth, Mashable Tech Editor

More outdoor deals

Cooler deals

• Igloo Trailmate Cooler (50 quart) — $99.99 $119.99 (save $20)

• Coleman Marine Cooler (100 quart) — $99.99 $134.99 (save $35)

• Igloo Maxcold Glide (110 quart) — $132.98 $179.99 (save $47.01)

• Ninja FrostVault (Spanish moss, 50 quart) — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

Camping deals

• Coleman Sundome 4-Person Camping Tent — $81.68 $117.91 (save $38.31) ✅

• Coleman Triton 2-Burner Propane Stove — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Kelty Trash Pak — $90.93 $129.95 (save $39.02)

• Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight One Pot Cook Set — $99.95 $114.95 (save $15)

• Jackery SolarSaga 40W Air — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Renogy 100W Portable Solar Panel — $109.99 $124.99 (save $15)

• Coleman 4-Person Instant Cabin — $149.99 $218.49 (save $68.50) ✅

• Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Xlite NXT Ultralight Camping Pad — $199.95 $239.95 (save $40)

• Big Agnes Copper Spur HighVolume Ultralight Tent (2 person) — $467.96 $599.95 (save $131.99)

Best power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ecoflow Ecoflow Delta 3 Classic with 220W Solar Panel ✅ $659 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $440   Get Deal Why we like it

"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 for October 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.

"With full sun, EcoFlow says the Delta 3 Classic can recharge in about six 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 percent capacity in just 45 minutes." — Lois Mackenzie, Mashable Contributor

More power station deals

• Jackery Explorer 300 — $239 $289 (save $50) ✅

• Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 — $469.99 $599 (save $129.01) ✅

• Jackery HomePower 1000 v2 — $499 $649 (save $150) ✅

• Bluetti Elite 100 V2 with 200W Solar Panel — $649.99 $999 (save $349.01)

• Jackery Solar Generator 1000 v2 and 200W Solar Panel — $664 $879 (save $215)

• Anker Solix S2000 — $679.99 $1,199 (save $519.01)

• Bluetti FridgePower — $849 $1,499 (save $650)

• Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 — $849 $999 (save $150) ✅

• Bluetti Elite 200 V2 — $798.99 $1,199 (save $400.01) ✅

• Ecoflow Delta 2 Max — $1,029 $1,399 (save $370)

• Bluetti Elite 300 — $999.99 $1,499 (save $499.01)

• Jackery HomePower 3000 — $1,269 $1,499 (save $230)

• Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus — $1,538.04 $1,899 (save $390.06)

Best vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $149.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

"Year after year, this Shark stick vacuum is one of the best Prime Day deals on vacuums, and I'm glad to see it back on sale for Prime Big Deal Days. One of our former reporters swore by this vacuum, calling it a literal 'game-changer' for his dog-hair-filled New York City apartment. It has a brush head that's designed to make pet hair disappear, and you can't go wrong with a 50% discount, can you?" Timothy Werth, Mashable Tech Editor

More Prime Day vacuum deals

• Roborock 2026 New Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop — $384.99 $699.99 (save $315)

• Dyson V10 Konical Cordless Vacuum — $399.99 $499.99 (save $100)

• eufy C28 Robot Vacuum Cleaner and Mop Combo — $449.99 $799.99 (save $350) ✅

• Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop — $449.99 $749.99 (save $300)

• Dyson V15 Detect Origin Cordless Vacuum — $589.99 $839.99 (save $250) ✅

Best memory and SSD deals Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD ✅ $209.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $90   Get 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

"SanDisk is a favorite of mine when buying memory products, and I use their Extreme portable SSDs to back up my own photo and video collection. (As a tech editor, I take a lot of photos and videos.) Thanks to RAMageddon, you have to take any opportunity you can find to save on portable SSDs, flash drives, microSD cards, and hard drives. Already, some of SanDisk's most popular memory products are on sale, like their microSD Express card for the Switch 2 and the new version of their popular Extreme drive." — Timothy Beck Werth, Mashable Tech Editor

More SSD and hard drive deals

MicroSDs

• SanDisk 128GB High Endurance Video microSDXC — $36.99 $60.99 (save $24)

Portable SSDs

• SanDisk 500GB Portable SSD — $109.99 $128.99 (save $19)

• Samsung T7 Portable SSD 1TB — $229.90 $274.99 (save $45.09)

• Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB — $979.99 $1,144.99 (save $165)

Portable HDDs

• Seagate 2TB Portable Hard Drive — $119.99 $149.99 (save $30)

Internal hard drives

• Samsung SSD 990 PRO 2TB, PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 — $389.99 $639.99 (save $250) ✅

Best fitness tracker and smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Vivoactive 5 $181.97 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $118.02   Get Deal Why we like it

Many runners believe Garmin is the gold standard of smartwatches and fitness trackers. And for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, you can grab the Garmin Vivoactive 5 for just $181.97. That saves you over $118 off its retail price.

The Vivoactive 5 features an AMOLED display and up to 11 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, so you can wear it around the clock. It provides Body Battery energy monitoring along with a sleep score and personalized tips to improve your sleep. Plus, it has more than 30 built-in sports apps.

More smartwatch deals

• Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro — $59 $79 (save $20) ✅

• Google Pixel Watch 5 (41mm) — $414.99 $499.99 (save $80)

Best Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Smart Play: Millennium Falcon $79.95 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $20.04   Get Deal Why we like it

"If you've got a Lego Smart Brick on hand, this deal is well worth checking out: Lego's Star Wars SMART Play: Millennium Falcon set has plummeted to its lowest-ever price at Amazon for Prime Big Deal Days.

"This Lego set does not come with the Lego Smart Brick, but it is compatible with it. If you already have one that comes included with the All-in-One sets, then you'll be able to enjoy the sounds of the Millennium Falcon and crew from this 885-piece build. As for what crew comes with the set, you'll get SMART Han Solo, SMART Chewbacca, SMART Luke Skywalker, and SMART C-3PO minifigures, alongside four SMART Tags to use with the Smart Brick." — Hannah Hoolihan, Mashable Contributor

More Lego deals

• Lego City Advent Calendar 2026 — $25 $34.99 (save $9.99)

• Lego Botanicals Flowering Cactus — $26.37 $34.99 (save $8.62)

• Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart — Interactive Mario & Standard Kart — $29.39 $54.99 (save $25.60)

• Lego Botanicals Succulents — $34.99 $49.99 (save $15)

• Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2026 — $35 $44.99 (save $9.99)

• Lego Marvel Advent Calendar 2026 — $35 $44.99 (save $9.99)

• Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart — Wario & King Boo — $34.97 $49.99 (save $15.02)

• Lego Star Wars Darth Vader Bust — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

• Lego Star Wars SMART Play: Yoda’s Hut and Jedi Training — $49.99 $69.99 (save $20)

• Lego Botanicals Hibiscus Flower — $55.95 $69.99 (save $14.04)

• Lego Star Wars SMART Play: Mos Eisley Cantina — $63.95 $79.99 (save $16.04)

• Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Baby Peach & Grand Prix Set Home Circuit — $63.99 $79.99 (save $16)

• Lego Star Wars: Andor K-2SO Security Droid — $71.99 $89.99 (save $18)

• Lego Star Wars SMART Play: Millennium Falcon — $79.95 $99.99 (save $20.04)

Best streaming and subscription deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Audible $0.99/month for four months + free $20 credit Get Deal Why we like it

Right now, eligible Prime members can get four months of Audible Standard for $0.99 per month — $3.96 total. On top of that, you get a free $20 credit to spend on the title(s) of your choice.

Your membership lets you download one audiobook per month. including classics, new releases, and BookTok faves like the ACOTAR series. And if 99 cents feels a little high, you can also sign up for a 30-day free trial.

More Amazon subscription deals

• Kindle Unlimited — 3 months free

• Amazon Music Unlimited — 4 months free with Prime

• Grubhub+ is free with Prime. Enjoy unlimited $0 food delivery fees on eligible orders. Terms & additional fees apply.

• Buy or lease a new car, get a $1,500 gift card for free with Prime

Best DJI deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 Drone $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal More DJI deals

• DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) — $259 $329 (save $70) ✅

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Vlogging Camera — $395 $499 (save $105)

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Vlogging Camera creator bundle — $406 $532 (save $126) ✅

Best beauty tech deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler $499.99 at Amazon
$709.99 Save $210   Get Deal Why we like it

The Dyson Airwrap set the standard for hair tech. While we've tried plenty of dupes, if you want the name brand, it's best to shop it on sale. This 6-in-1 hair styler is 30% off at Amazon during Prime Big Deal Days. The Dyson Airwrap is down to $499.99, saving you $210 off its $709.99 list price.

More beauty tech deals

Hair tech

• Revlon One-Step Volumizer —$34.97 $65.99 (save $31.02)

• L'Ange Hair Le Volume Dryer Brush — $46.50 $69 (save $22.50)

• Revlon 3-in-1 Multi-Styler — $76.49 $89.99 (save $13.50)

• Laifen SE Lite Ionic Hair Dryer — $89.98 $119.99 (save $30.01)

• L'Ange Hair Axia HaloRing Hair Dryer — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Shark SpeedStyle Hair Dryer — $129 $229.99 (save $100.99)

• Dreame AirStyle Suite Hair Styler — $139.99 $199.99 (save $60)

• Shark FlexStyler — $199 $349 (save $150)

• Shark FlexFusion Ceramic Air Styler — $279 $399.99 (save $120.99)

• T3 Aire 360 Multi-Styler — $284.99 $349.99 (save $65)

• Dyson Supersonic Travel Styling Duo — $299.99 $391.99 (save $92)

• Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100)

• Dyson Airstrait — $399.99 $554.99 (save $155)

Skincare tech

• Solawave 4-in-1 Red Light Therapy — $94.99 $169 (save $74.01)

• Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand — $134.99 $169.99 (save $35)

• Nuface Mini Sculpting Tool — $150 $250 (save $100)

• Medicube Booster Pro X2 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Solawave Neck and Chest Red Light Therapy Mask — $232.08 $349 (save $116.92)

• Solawave Red Light Therapy Face Mask — $255.85 $389.99 (save $134.14)

• Nuface Trinity+ — $256.75 $395 (save $138.25)

• TheraFace Therabody Mask Glo — $284.99 $379.99 (save $95)

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You can't afford to have the wrong tools when you're out on a breakdown. That's why it makes sense to get a mechanic's tool set, like this one by DeWalt, with everything you need to do repairs efficiently and without unnecessary stress.

New observations from the Gemini North telescope on Maunakea in Hawai‘i reveal the most detailed view yet of Pa 30, a supernova remnant about 7,500 light-years away. Its distinctive streaks of gas look like sparks shooting outward. But zoom in, and those seemingly smooth trails turn out to be chains of knots, resembling pearls on a string. And these are some very big pearls.

"The planetary region of our solar system could fit in each knot about 10 times with room to spare," astrophysicist Ilaria Caiazzo, an assistant professor at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria, said in a statement. "The knots are quite strikingly uniform. We are excited to try to model them."

The findings, from a team co-led by Caiazzo and astrophysicist Tim Cunningham, are published in The Astrophysical Journal.

An explosion with a medieval paper trail

Researchers consider Pa 30 the likely remains of SN 1181, a supernova recorded by observers in Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic historical sources in 1181. It remained visible in the constellation Cassiopeia for 185 days.

But connecting those accounts to something astronomers could study today took centuries. Amateur astronomer Dana Patchick discovered Pa 30 in 2013 while examining data from NASA’s Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer as part of a citizen science effort. The object turned out to have an especially unusual resident: a surviving stellar remnant at its center, nicknamed a "zombie star."

Pa 30 is considered the only known remnant of a Type Iax supernova in the Milky Way. These are relatively low-energy, incomplete stellar explosions that can leave a surviving star behind. A standard Type Ia supernova, by comparison, destroys the exploding white dwarf.

The Gemini North telescope’s laser guide star beams up into the atmosphere. The laser guide star is used to measure turbulence in the Earth’s atmosphere so the telescope can correct for it and achieve clear images of the night sky. Credit: International Gemini Observatory/NSF NOIRLab What the new image reveals

The Gemini observations reveal roughly 10 times as many filamentary features as earlier images showed. They also expose the chains of gas knots that make up those filaments, giving researchers new clues about how the debris took shape.

According to NOIRLab, differences in temperature or density in the material surrounding the star may have helped shape the expanding ejecta. Exactly how those remarkably uniform knots formed remains a question for researchers to investigate.

The team also found that the surviving star sits almost exactly at the remnant’s center. An uneven explosion can give a surviving star a "kick," sending it away from the center. Pa 30’s configuration indicates that its star received no large sideways kick, offering another clue about the blast.

Researchers hope to use Pa 30’s distinctive features to help find similar remnants in our galaxy and nearby ones. For now, this medieval light show is still giving astronomers something new to look at.

Best October Prime Day tech deals at a glance: Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Kindle (2024) $103.99 (save $46) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $37.99 (save $22) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $79 (save $50.99) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 (save $200) Get Deal Best Bluetooth Speaker Deal Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Waterproof Speaker $56.99 (save $43.99) Get Deal Best OLED TV deal Samsung 65-Inch S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV $1,497.99 (save $400) Get Deal Best Memory Deal SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $209.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best Deal Under $50 Anker Nano Smart Display Charger $25.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 (save $5) Get Deal

Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is live Oct. 6 to 7, and the best tech deals aren’t necessarily the ones with the biggest percentage off. We’re looking for discounts on devices we’d actually recommend: earbuds that stay comfortable through a commute, e-readers with responsive page turns, and creator cameras that make recording easier — not just cheaper.

Mashable’s reporters and editors test tech year-round. For Prime Big Deal Days, we’re pairing those hands-on findings with price-history checks to help you decide what’s worth buying, which upgrades are worth paying for, and where a cheaper model will do the job.

Our picks include $79 AirPods 4, the $103.99 Kindle, and $80 off Bose’s second-generation QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. Below, we explain what makes each deal useful — and the compromises to know before you check out.

SEE ALSO: The 20+ best Prime Day deals on MicroSDs, SSDs, and hard drives: Our favorite deals to beat RAMageddon How do we pick these deals?

A low price doesn’t automatically make a good deal. We prioritize products recommended in Mashable’s reviews and buying guides, then use price-tracking tools such as camelcamelcamel to check whether the discount is unusually good. We also compare other retailers’ listings rather than assuming Amazon has the lowest price.

Where we’ve tested a product, we explain what stood out in actual use. Where a deal is for a different size, configuration, or version, we make that distinction clear. We also flag Prime membership requirements, third-party sellers, and other conditions that could change the value of an offer.

$79 AirPods (a Prime Day classic)

The $79 AirPods 4 are the budget pick for iPhone users who prefer earbuds without silicone tips. They offer up to five hours of listening per charge, plus H2-powered features including Personalized Spatial Audio and Voice Isolation for calls.

One important distinction: this deal is for the version without active noise cancellation. In our AirPods 4 review, we tested the ANC model, but it's still relevant in terms of functionality. For example, the review offers useful context on the shared design: the earbuds stayed secure through flights and a treadmill run, although our reviewer experienced some discomfort after roughly eight hours of wear.

The AirPods 4 reached $69 last Black Friday, so $79 isn’t their all-time low. It's their lowest price so far in 2026 — and a reasonable buy if you want Apple’s entry-level earbuds without paying extra for noise cancellation.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79 at Walmart
$129.99 Save $50.99   Get Deal A Kindle for just over $100

The 2024 Kindle is on sale for $103.99, a 31% discount, with an option to bundle three months of Kindle Unlimited for free. It’s the pick for readers who want a small, lightweight e-reader rather than every feature in the Kindle lineup.

In Mashable’s review, Lead Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino found that the six-inch Kindle fit easily into a small crossbody bag, turned pages quickly, and displayed crisp, high-contrast text. Its 16GB of storage gives you room for thousands of books without stepping up to a more expensive model.

The trade-offs matter: this Kindle isn’t waterproof and doesn’t have the Paperwhite’s adjustable warm light. Amazon also rates its battery life at up to six weeks, compared with up to 12 weeks for the 2024 Paperwhite models. Choose the basic Kindle for portability and price; consider a Paperwhite if you read in the bath or want more control over nighttime lighting.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 2024 Amazon Kindle (16GB) $103.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $46.00   Get Deal More Kindle deals:

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) — $169.99 $229.99 (save $60)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (16GB) — $189.99 $289.99 (save $100)

Save on Apple's newest MacBooks

We've been waiting for good deals on Apple MacBooks, and Amazon has finally delivered, with both the MacBook Air and Pro on sale.

If 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 "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.

If you don't need the powerful MacBook Pro's features or the price tag, you can go with the M5 MacBook Air while it's on sale for $1,099, or $200 off the normal price. Not only is it highly portable, but it also uses the M5 chip, and it stays in a moderate lane without going wild with features not everyone needs. It's a great buy for students or professionals.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $200   Get Deal 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 Anker charging products

Anker is the go-to charging brand for many tech nerds (including us), and the brand dropped some big discounts for Prime Day. You can grab the cute little Nano USB-C wall charger for under $30, and it even matches the new burgundy iPhone 18 Pro. The new Anker MagGo 2 Pro Power Bank just got its first-ever discount, and it offers 25W wireless charging.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Nano Smart Display Charger $25.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker MagGo 2 Pro Power Bank $87.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $22   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

Dropping to the lowest we've seen at Amazon, the Apple Watch SE 3 is down to $199. In Mashable's review of the best smartwatches, the Apple Watch SE 3 takes the cake as the best model for most people. The SE was the first Apple Watch to include an always-on display, and we're always thrilled to look down and see the stunning OLED display. Plus, the S10 chip is the same as the Ultra 3, which costs nearly $800 at full price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 at Amazon
$249 Save $50   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.)

The 85-inch QM8L is down to $2,147.99 for Prime Big Deal Days — which is an even deeper discount than the $2,497.99 price point we were hoping to see. If you've been holding out for a TV deal, now's the time to pull the trigger.

TCL 85-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV $2,147.99 at Amazon
$3,999.99 Save $1,852   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Affordable Fire TVs

The best 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.

40-inch Ember Fire TV $179.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $70   See It at Amazon 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

The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo is the more practical upgrade for creators who want steadier footage and better audio without building a full camera rig. The bundle includes a DJI Mic 2 transmitter, battery handle, and mini tripod — not just the camera.

The Pocket 3 combines a one-inch CMOS sensor with a three-axis mechanical gimbal, which stabilizes footage as you move. Its rotating two-inch touchscreen makes switching shooting orientation straightforward, while ActiveTrack 6.0 can keep you centered during a solo, talk-to-camera recording.

For creators who edit beyond basic cuts, support for 10-bit color and D-Log M provides more flexibility for color grading. That’s the reason to consider this older camera: the useful features are still here, even if a newer model exists.

Read our review of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo $495 at Amazon
$629 Save $134   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 $36.07 at Amazon
$54.99 Save $18.92   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 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 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 down by $70. Likewise, you can score $90 in savings on the popular 1TB SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, which is even cheaper now that October Prime Day has begun.

Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $209.99
$299.99 Save $90   Get Deal SanDisk Nintendo Switch 2 microSD Card Express $129.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $70   See It at Amazon Best Amazon 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 $25

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 $23.68.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore P30i Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $23.68 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $26.31   Get Deal The best Prime Day iPad deals

In the lead-up to Prime Big Deal Days, the iPad Air has gone on sale, then went back to full price, and then went back on sale. As of this writing, you can once again save $100 on the latest iPad Air, which is powered by the powerful M4 chip, is razor-thin, and won a Mashable Choice award (read our full review if you're on the fence) earlier this year.

If you want to upgrade to the M5 chip and a breathtaking OLED display, then you can also save $100 on the iPad Pro. The HDR display is incredibly bright, even in direct sunlight, and it has enough processing power to handle video editing software and 4K video files.

You can also check out all of the October Prime Day iPad deals we've spotted so far.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air (M4), 11 inches $649 at Amazon
$749 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro (M5), 11 inches $1,099.99 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $99.01   Get Deal Bose QuietComfort headphones on sale

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are $80 off, and their appeal is more specific than “premium sound”: Mashable’s testing highlights their comfort, adjustable active noise cancellation, and all-day battery life with ANC enabled.

The second generation increases rated battery life from 24 to 30 hours and adds USB-C wired playback, which can charge the headphones while you listen. There’s also passive playback through an auxiliary cable. Those are useful upgrades if you wear headphones through a workday or want a wired option when the battery runs out.

Prefer earbuds? The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are under $130 after a 28% discount. Just keep the models straight: these are not the QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, so the recommendation and review link should match the pair on sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) $369 at Amazon
$449 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Earbuds $129 at Amazon
$179 Save $50   Get Deal A premium OLED TV

Samsung's S95H OLED TV is our tech editor's dream TV, but it's impractically expensive, even when it's on sale. Fortunately, the brand's S90H OLED TV is also a phenomenal TV, and it just dropped to its lowest price ever, making this one of the best Prime Day TV deals of the sale so far (honestly, it's one of the best Prime Day deals, period).

It's definitely an investment, but if you're a gamer or cinephile, then this is a future-proofed TV with a stunning, glare-free display, a speedy AI processor, and a sleek design.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch S90H Series OLED 4K Smart TV $1,497.99 at Amazon
$1,897.99 Save $400   Get Deal DJI drone

We're big fans of DJI cameras and drones at Mashable. Unfortunately, they've become a lot harder to find in the United States thanks to the ongoing drone ban and the company's troubles with the FTC. However, Amazon has delivered with some big Prime Day deals on DJI drones. So, if you're looking to take your videos airborne, you can grab the entry-level DJI Mini 3 4K camera drone for under $300.

Note: This product is only available through third-party sellers at Amazon, which we normally try to avoid.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 4K Camera Drone $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal Save 43% on one of our favorite waterproof speakers

When we wanted to test the best waterproof Bluetooth speakers, we had one of our audio experts take them down to the pool. That's how we know this popular Bluetooth speaker is the real deal. Prime members can grab this compact and portable party speaker for only $56.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Ultimate Ears Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Waterproof Speaker $56.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $43.00   Get Deal A super-affordable Android smartwatch

You can score some great deals on the Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 12 this Prime Day, but if you're looking for a tracker and smartwatch hybrid that's even more affordable, then we have to point you to the Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro. We called this an almost-perfect smartwatch in our review, and we named it a Mashable Choice product.

Grab this budget Android tracker, which boasts weeks of battery life, for just $59.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $59 at Amazon
$79 Save $20   Get Deal

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.

I don't think I've ever come across a rate limit and been fine. It normally comes right as I really need it to work. If you've burned time on Claude Code or Codex and hit the wall that keeps you from using it, you know how unfair it feels. Luckily, there's an open-source coding agent that connects to over 75 model providers, so when one shuts you out, you move to another.

The best Prime Day headphones deals under $100 at a glance: Best headphones deal under $50 JLab JBuds Lux $39.80 (save $60.19) Get Deal Best headphones deal under $100 Sony WH-CH720N $88 (save $91.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal under $50 Soundcore P30i $23.68 (save $26.31) Get Deal best earbuds deal under $100 Apple AirPods 4 $79 (save $50.99) Get Deal

Believe it or not, headphones don't have to cost hundreds of dollars. In fact, there are plenty of worthy options with budget-friendly price tags. And now that Prime Big Deal Days has arrived, those prices are even better.

Amazon's October Prime Day event is overflowing with deals on headphones, including Mashable editor favorites and award winners. But even at 40% off or more, some of the most popular picks might be over your budget. That's fine; we found 20+ other options that are under $100 and still pretty dang great.

For those ballin' on a budget, check out some of our top October Prime Day picks for headphones and earbuds deals under $100.

Best October Prime Day headphones deal under $100 Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux $39.80 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $60.19   Get Deal Why we like it

They may not be the most well-known headphones on the market, but they deserve more credit. We named them the best budget headphones of 2026, thanks to their well-balanced sound, decent comfort, functional ANC, and killer battery life. And despite the price, they don't feel cheap. On any given day, they're less than $100, but for October Prime Day, they're *checks notes* under $40.

More headphones deals under $100

• JLab Go Lux ANC — $29.50 $52.99 (save $23.49)

• Sony WH-CH520 — $33 $69.99 (save $36.99)

• Soundcore Q20i — $37.97 $69.99 (save $32.02)

• Soundcore Q31i — $69.99 $89.99 (save $20)

• Sony WH-CH720N — $88 $179.99 (save $91.99)

• Marshall Major V — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Skullcandy Crusher EVO — $89.99 $209.99 (save $120)

• Beats Solo 4 — $99.95 $199.95 (save $100)

• Soundcore Space 2 — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)

Best October Prime Day earbuds deal under $100 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79 at Walmart
$129.99 Save $50.99   Get Deal Why we like it

While its Amazon's time to shine on Prime Big Deal Days, Walmart's Fall Deals event is not to be slept on. The AirPods 4 are down to just $79 at Walmart, while Amazon no longer has them in stock now that the AirPods 5 have arrived. These entry-level Apple earbuds might not have noise-cancellation, but they're still pretty great. They're also 39% cheaper than the newer model announced last month. Mashable's Bethany Allard notes that while they're still $10 away from their record-low price, they likely won't be around long enough to see that discount. Stock is already low, so you want the most affordable AirPods on the market, we recommend grabbing them now.

More earbuds deals under $100

• JBL Vibe Beam — $27.95 $54.95 (save $27)

• Soundcore P30i — $23.68 $49.99 (save $26.31)

• JBL Endurance Race 2 — $49.95 $89.95 (save $40)

• EarFun Air Pro 4 — $50.50 $79.99 (save $29.49)

• Nothing Ear (a) Earbuds — $55 $79 (save $24)

• JBL Soundgear Sense — $82.99 $164.95 (save $81.96)

• Beats Studio Buds+ — $89.95 $169.95 (save $80)

• Soundcore AeroClip — $94.99 $169.99 (save $75)

• JBL Tour Pro 2 — $99.95 $249.95 (save $150)

• Soundcore Sleep A20 — $99.99 $179.99 (save $80)

You don't have to buy an expensive dedicated camera (or repurpose an old phone) just to take timelapse photos of your garden. Reddit DIY engineer Atypicalworkshop has made a Raspberry Pi camera that captures timelapse footage from his backyard.