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TL;DR: Live stream Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Wales are still trying to bounce back from the disappointment of not qualifying for Euro 2024. The good news is they fared well in the first batch of UEFA Nations League games, with a win on the road against Montenegro and a draw against the always-tricky Turkey.

Can Wales secure a second win against Montenegro, but this time on home turf?

If you want to watch Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League for free from anywhere in the world, keep reading to find out how.

When is Wales vs. Montenegro?

Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League kicks off at 7.45 p.m. BST on Oct. 14. This fixture takes place at Cardiff City Stadium.

How to watch Wales vs. Montenegro for free

Wales vs. Montenegro in the UEFA Nations League is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

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Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for October 14's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 14 What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

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If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 14 Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Want a hit about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Least popular person on the field

• Green: Check mate

• Blue: Super sluggers

• Purple: Select colleges

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow - Officials

• Green - Chess Pieces

• Blue - Players to hit 60+ HRs

• Purple - Members of Michigan’s "Fab Five"

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #21 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Officials: Judge, Linesman, Referee, Umpire

• Chess Pieces: Bishop, Pawn, Queen, Rook

• Players to hit 60+ HRs: Bonds, Maris, McGwire, Ruth

• Members of Michigan’s "Fab Five": Howard, King, Rose, Webber

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 14

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Connections.

For the 90s and 2000s kids who had an unhealthy attachment to FurReal Friends or Tomagotchis, this extremely cute pet robot wants to be the answer to your adult stress — If you have a couple hundred dollars lying around.

The latest of AI pet companions, Moflin is a fuzzy and featureless robot pet advertised not as a toy, but as a mental health companion. The ball of fluff — a lot like a limbless guinea pig or show-stealing Ghibli creature — wriggles around and makes noises just like common life-like pet toys already in stores. But its AI brain is designed to shift its mood depending on the situation, and even recognize and form attachments to its human "caregivers."

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It will also run its prospective adopters￥59,400, or $398. Plus an optional $44 annual repair service called Club Moflin.

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The AI-powered plushie first debuted at CES in 2021, billed by its developer Vanguard Industries as a pet robot with emotional capabilities, able to intuitively learn from its handlers to offer companionship. Now in partnership with the tech manufacturing giant Casio, the fuzzy pet has finally gone to market.

Moflin owners have to access an app to see their pet's emotional state, which reflects and responds to the human's own mood and care. Each robot also has its own distinct personality, according to the company, but all of them enjoy "snuggling." They even recharge in their own little bed. A quick YouTube search for Moflin shows owners dressing them up in tiny clothes, driving them around in baskets, and tucking them in under fuzzy blankets.

Moflin is currently up as a preorder and will be available for purchase on Nov. 7 for customers in Japan. Casio has yet to announce a wider release.

Samara Weaving stans, the time has come. Ready or Not 2 is officially a go.

The 2019 horror film's star and creative heads are set to return for a follow-up with Searchlight pictures after years of rumors (and fan pleading), according to the Hollywood Reporter. The filmmakers didn't unveil any details on how the next film will revisit Weaving's iconic bloody bride, however.

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The first Ready or Not — featuring a killer cult-like family hunting Weaving's gun-wielding newlywed character across their eerie estate — was a surprising hit, making more than $57 million worldwide. The now series is helmed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett of production company Radio Silence, also behind the rebooted Scream sequels and this year's vampire ballerina flick Abigail.

"I’m all in," Weaving told ComicBook.com about the team's eagerness for the follow-up film. "I don’t know if we’ve had our blood handshake, but pretty much. We’ve done the spit handshake, but we haven’t cut each other’s hands and rubbed our blood together."

Production and principal photography dates haven't yet been announced.

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SpaceX's fifth Starship test launch — the reusable transportation key to Elon Musk's space goals — has made a successful journey up to orbit and back. Most impressive: It was the first use of the company's futuristic "mechazilla" tech to get its massive vehicle back on the landing pad.

The rocket system took off from the private South Texas launchpad around 8:25 a.m. ET and its booster, known as Super Heavy, was falling gracefully back to Earth only a few minutes later. As SpaceX's metal arms encircled the 33-engine booster, Kate Tice, quality systems engineering senior manager and broadcast host, exclaimed: “This is absolutely insane!”

The structure, referred to as "chopsticks" by the space company, acts like a giant pincer to safely catch the booster in its return, rather than previously-tested water landings.

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"By continuing to push our hardware in a flight environment, and doing so as safely and frequently as possible," SpaceX wrote on X, "we’ll rapidly bring Starship online and revolutionize humanity’s ability to access space."

The return also featured deafening sonic booms, hot pink plasma, and live views of space via Starlink internet satellites.

By 9:30 a.m. ET, the Starship practiced its "bellyflop" landing maneuver, which involves a horizontal free fall and a quick vertical reorientation to control its descent. A few minutes later it was back earth-side, making a dramatic planned splashdown in the Indian Ocean — the company is not likely to recover the ship from the water.

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SpaceX's success today comes amid a history of failed attempts and larger criticism of its "move fast, break things" ethos. Following a less showy third flight that saw the ship destroyed in its journey back to Earth, June's fourth Starship test launch experimented with a more controlled, soft booster landing in the water and more practice of the "bellyflopping" descent, which Musk likens to "skydiving."

NASA plans to utilize the Starship rocket system to ferry astronauts on its Artemis III and IV missions, under a $4.2 billion contract with the Musk company.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

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Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Sunday, October 13, 2024:

AcrossBesties

• The answer is Pals.

Payment option that might prompt a PIN

• The answer is Debit.

Hacienda brick material

• The answer is Adobe.

Daughter of los abuelos, sister of los tios

• The answer is Madre.

"Look before you ___"

• The answer is Leap.

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DownWhat it's harder to do on an exercise bike when you increase the resistance

• The answer is Pedal.

"Humble" home

• The answer is Abode.

Astrological sign of October

• The answer is Libra.

Precipitous

• The answer is Steep.

Beaver's big project

• The answer is Dam.

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Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of Games

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Mini Crossword.

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Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for October 13's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for October 13 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

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Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 13 SEE ALSO: Mini crossword answers for October 13 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Lying down.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no reoccurring letters.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter P.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 13 The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

PRONE.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Wordle.

Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for October 12's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: Hurdle hints and answers for October 13 What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

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• 65" Hisense U6 Series 4K Mini-LED ULED Smart TV (2024 Model) — $597.99 (List Price $799.99)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds (Black) — $229.00 (List Price $299.00)

• Geekom A8 Ryzen 9 2TB SSD 32GB RAM Mini Desktop — $721.00 (List Price $849.00)

• Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $59.99

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 13 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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• Yellow: Antler not included

• Green: Acme was here

• Blue: Worn on legs

• Purple: Jelly not included

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• Yellow - Made of Keratin

• Green - Road Runner Cartoon Staples

• Blue - Kinds of Pants

• Purple - ___ Roll

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What is the answer to Connections today

• Made of Keratin: Claw, Hoof, Horn, Nail

• Road Runner Cartoon Staples: Anvil, Boulder, Coyote, TNT

• Kinds of Pants: Capri, Cargo, Hammer, Stirrup

• ___ Roll: California, Drum, Egg, Honor

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As Sunday football returns for Week 6 of 2024 NFL season, one game looks like a foregone conclusion: Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers.

Atlanta have had a decent enough start (3-2) but are energised after a win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in which quarterback Kirk Cousins broke the franchise's all-time record for passing yardage (509 yards). Carolina meanwhile, look spent already, with an easily penetrated defence which has so far allowed a huge number of touchdowns once their opponents are in the red zone.

On paper it looks like a win for the Falcons. The biggest intrigue is around whether Cousins can put in another big performance. Or will the Panthers surprise us all by turning things around? It's one not to miss.

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When is Falcons vs. Panthers?

Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers starts at 4.25 p.m. ET on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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• Fast connection speeds

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TL;DR: Live stream Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints for free on TVNZ+. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

It's time for Week 6 Sunday football as the NFL 2024 season charges on. One of today's highlights is a clash between AFC West and NFC South as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit the New Orleans Saints.

Both teams got off to good starts this season as both won their opening two games. It's been a bit patchier since as Tampa Bay (3-2) took a painful overtime loss against the Atlanta Falcons on their last outing and New Orleans (2-3) are on the back end of a three-week losing streak. The Saints have also lost starting quarterback Derek Carr to an oblique tear, which could mix things up.

If you want to see the game as-it-happens, the good news is you can stream the action no matter where you are around the globe. To find out how to watch Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints for free from anywhere in the world, keep reading.

When is Buccaneers vs. Saints?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints starts at 1 p.m. ET on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.

How to watch Buccaneers vs. Saints for free

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints is available to live stream for free on TVNZ+.

TVNZ+ is based in New Zealand and geo-restricted for viewers in that country only. However, you can access this free streaming platform from anywhere around the world by signing up for a VPN. VPNs are brilliant online tools that can hide your real IP address (digital location) while also connecting you to a secure server based in New Zealand. This will allow you to bypass geo-restrictions and access TVNZ+ from anywhere around the globe.

Access free live streams of the NFL by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in New Zealand

4. Visit TVNZ+

5. Live stream Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints for free from anywhere in the world

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What is the best VPN for the NFL?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream the NFL live, for a number of reasons:

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• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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The 2024 NFL season powers through into Week 6, which sees the Colts visit the Titans. Neither franchise has exactly dazzled in AFC South so far.

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When is Colts vs. Titans?

Indianapolis Colts vs. Tennessee Titans starts at 1 p.m. ET on Oct. 13. This fixture takes place at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.

How to watch Colts vs. Titans for free

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What is the best VPN for the NFL?

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• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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A quick look at the best October Prime Day deals we've spotted so far: Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones A$350 at Amazon Australia ((was $549, 36% off)) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal ECOVACS DEEBOT N8+ Robot Vacuum Cleaner A$548 at Amazon Australia (was $798.99, 31% off) Get Deal Best smartphone deal Nothing Phone (2) 256GB A$899 at Amazon Australia ( (was $1,149, 15% off) Get Deal Best laptop deal HP 14” Chromebook A$329 at Amazon Australia (was $579, 43% off) Get Deal

Amazon's second Prime Day shopping event for 2024, Prime Big Deal Days, kicked off at midnight and is now in full swing, with deals running across Amazon Australia until October 13. That means six whole days of discounts on just about everything under the sun, from robot vacuums to headphones to a new TV.

Best robot vacuum deals

• ECOVACS DEEBOT N8+ 3-in-1 Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$548 (was $798, 31% off)

• ECOVACS DEEBOT T20e Omni Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$999 (was $1,999, 50% off)

• ECOVACS Deebot X1 Turbo Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$798 (was $1,499, 47% off)

• ECOVACS Deebot X1 Omni Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$1,599 (was $2,499, 36% off)

• Lubluelu Robot Vacuum 3000Pa Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo – A$219.99 (was $549.99, 35% off)

• Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum and Mop – A$599 (was $1,399, 57% off)

• Roborock Q Revo MaxV Robot Vacuum – A$1,597(was $2,199, 27% off)

Best smart home deals

• Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release) – A$49 (was $99, 51% off)

• Echo Hub | 8” smart home control panel – A$244 (was $329, 26% off)

• Reolink 5MP Wireless Security Camera – A$89.98 (was $129.95, 31% off)

• Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus – A$159 (was $249, 36% off)

• TP-Link Tapo Pan/Tilt Outdoor Security WiFi Camera – A$79 (was $99, 20% off)

• Eufy Security Video Doorbell S220 (Battery-Powered) – A$318 (was $549.95, 20% off)

• Eufy Security Floodlight Pro 2K – A$439.96 (was $549.95, 20% off)

• Eufy Security eufyCam 2 Pro 3-Cam Kit – A$598 (was $1,199.95, 50% off)

Best smartphone and tablet deals

• Samsung Galaxy A55 5G 128GB – A$597.49 (was $699, 15% off)

• Nothing Phone (2) 256GB – A$899 (was $1,149, 15% off)

• Xiaomi Redmi 12 256GB – A$199 (was $299, 33% off)

• Apple iPhone 15 Plus (512 GB) – A$1,654 (was $2,199, 25% off)

• Apple iPad Mini (Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB) 6th Generation - Pink – A$1,040 (was $1,329, 22% off)

Best wearable tech deals

• Samsung Galaxy Watch6 44mm – A$418( was $699, 40% off)

• Fitbit Versa 4 – A$322.15 ( was $379.95, 15% off)

• TOZO S6 Smartwatch – A$71.99 ( was $119.99, 40% off)

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm – A$1,189 (was $1,399, 15% off)

• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) GPS 40mm – A$319 (was $399, 20% off)

Best headphone and speaker deals

• Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) – A$298 (was $399, 25% off)

• Bose QuietComfort SC Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones – A$320 (was $499, 36% off)

• JBL Live Free 2 True Wireless Earbuds – A$99.95 (was $199.95, 50% off)

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 Special Edition Headphones – A$300 (was $625, 46% off + $40 coupon)

• Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Headphones – A$158 (was $349, 55% off)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker – A$150 (was $249, 40% off)

• Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker – A$139 (was $199, 28% off)

Best TV and home cinema deals

• LG NanoCell NANO81 75" 4K LED Smart TV – A$1,799 (was $2,299, 22% off)

• LG UR8050 50" 4K Smart UHD TV with Al Sound Pro – A$799 (was $995, 20% off)

• PRISM+ Q-Ultra Q55U 4K QLED 55" Google TV – A$688.99 (was $1,599, 57% off)

• Prism+ Q75 Ultra | 75" 4K QLED Google TV – A$1,228.99 (was $2,299, 47% off)

• Sony BRAVIA X77L 65" 4K LED Smart TV – A$1,299 (was $1,799, 28% off)

• HAPPRUN Native 1080p Bluetooth Projector – A$127.38 (was $159.23, 20% off)

• ViewSonic PX701-4K 4K UHD 3200 Lumens 240Hz 4.2ms Home Theater Projector – A$1,189 (was $1,699, 30% off)

• XuanPad FHD Mini Projector – A$74.99 (was $109, save $35 with Prime Savings)

Best laptop deals

• HP 14” Chromebook – A$329 (was $579, 43% off)

• HP 14" 14-em0123AU Laptop – A$879 (was $1,236, 29% off)

• Lenovo 14” IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 Laptop – A$1,149 (was $1,499, 23% off)

• Trion Revolve 14" 360° 4k Touch Screen Laptop – A$764.15 (was $899, 15% off)

• Apple 2023 MacBook Air Laptop with M2 chip – A$1,612 (was $2,199, 27% off)

• HP 14” Chromebook – A$279 (was $505, 45% off)

Best gaming deals

• Xbox Series X Console – A$719 (was $799, 10% off)

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch) – A$54 (was $79.95, 20% off + $10 Prime Savings)

• Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel – A$318 (was $549.95, 42% off)

• Logitech G PRO X 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset – A$268 (was $449, 40% off)

• Xbox Series X/S Wireless Controller - Carbon Black – A$69 (was $89.95, 12% off + $10 Prime Savings)

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless + Bluetooth Gaming Headset – A$474.48 (was $399, 35% off)

• Nintendo Switch Console OLED Model – A$449 (was $539.95, 17% off)

• PlayStation 5 Console (Slim) – A$668 (was $799, 16% off)

• Nintendo Switch Pro Controller – A$79 (was $99, 21% off)

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With thousands of deals to trawl through, we've done the hard yards for you and tracked down the best deals on everything tech. You can also check out Amazon's Prime Day page and have a scroll yourself.

You will need to be an Amazon Prime member to partake in the fun. If this isn't you, fear not! You can grab a no-obligation 30-day free Prime trial and still get in on the action.

Happy hunting!

What is Amazon Prime Day? Is it different in Australia?

Prime Day is an annual online sales event, like Black Friday or Click Frenzy, but exclusive to Amazon Prime customers. It started as a one-day event in the US in 2015, but has since expanded to a five-day event that takes place across the globe, including Australia.

The first Prime Day Down Under happened in 2018, and has grown every year since. Australia is unique in that it gets one of the longest Prime "Days" in the world – this year's event goes for a whopping five days, and because of our time zone, for us it’s 5 and a half. This is because Australian users get access to deals on both Amazon.com.au and the Amazon Global Store until the conclusion of the event in the US.

Additionally, the Shop Local Businesses store highlights a number of small Australian businesses that are also partaking in the Prime Day fun.

What will be on sale this Prime Day?

While it can be difficult to predict specific products that go on sale, Amazon has promised over 100,000 deals in Australia from big brands, small local brands, and everything in-between. The brands that Amazon has confirmed will be a part of Prime Day include Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Bose, and more – a pretty hefty list!

Expect deals across all categories, including tech, such as TVs, Smart Home, Headphones, Gaming, as well as homeware, sports, fashion, beauty and more.

How to find the best deals during Prime Day in Australia

Amazon is often the cheapest place to find a particular product in Australia, but the really good deals can sometimes be a bit elusive. Of course, our list above features some of the very best tech deals available during Prime Day. However, you can also properly prepare for the event to make sure you truly get the most out of it.

Before Prime Day kicks off, you should put together a shopping list of items that you are after, then 'wishlist' those products on Amazon and set deal alerts on the Amazon app. This will ensure you don't miss top deals on products that you especially want.

Ensure you are subscribed to Amazon Prime, or else you won't be able to secure the products for the Prime Day deal price. A subscription costs A$6.99 per month, but there is a 30-day free trial available if you are just looking to take part in Prime Day and nothing else.

It is also worth spending a bit of time on Amazon and familiarising yourself with its interface and how it works. This can save you time and hassle when the deals start dropping (many of which are only available for a limited time).

How to shop on Amazon Prime Day

Of course, we'll be keeping track of all the best Prime Day deals we spot in the lists above. But if you are keen to trawl through some deals yourself, here's how to best shop during the event.

• Amazon app: If you'll be out and about on Prime Day, download Amazon's mobile app, log in, and you'll be ready to shop wherever you are.

• Amazon Wishlist: Add items to your wishlist in the product interface to get alerted if it goes on sale.

• Ask Alexa: Why move at all? The main idea behind Amazon's Echo devices is to sell you stuff, so Alexa is more than willing to help you add things to your cart.

• Amazon Global Store: Check out the best deals from the US and across the world on the Amazon Global Store.

• Support Local: Amazon's Shop Local Business initiative highlights deals curated from small Aussie businesses across Amazon.

The best October Prime Day deals we've spotted so far: Best headphones deal Apple AirPods Pro with MagSafe Case A$298 at Amazon Australia (was $399, 25% off) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Q7 Max+ A$599 at Amazon Australia (was $1,399, 57% off) Get Deal Best Smartphone Deal Nothing Phone (2) 256GB A$899 at Amazon Australia (was $1,149, 15% off) Get Deal Best TV Deal PRISM+ Q55 Ultra | 4K QLED Google TV | 55 inch A$688.99 at Amazon Australia (was $1,599, 57% of) Get Deal Best laptop deal HP 14” Chromebook A$329 at Amazon Australia (was $579, 43% off) Get Deal Best gaming deal PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch A$69 (was $99.95, 31% off) Get Deal

This event is exclusive to Amazon Prime members, so, if you're not a member, you'll need to sign up for a free 30-day trial to get in on the bargains. Without further adieu, here's are the top deals we've spotted so far:

Best robot vacuum deals

• ECOVACS DEEBOT N8+ 3-in-1 Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$548 (was $798, 31% off)

• ECOVACS DEEBOT T20e Omni Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$999 (was $1,999, 50% off)

• ECOVACS Deebot X1 Turbo Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$798 (was $1,499, 47% off)

• ECOVACS Deebot X1 Omni Robot Vacuum Cleaner – A$1,599 (was $2,499, 36% off)

• Lubluelu Robot Vacuum 3000Pa Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo – A$219.99 (was $549.99, 35% off)

• Roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum and Mop – A$599 (was $1,399, 57% off)

• Roborock Q Revo MaxV Robot Vacuum – A$1,597(was $2,199, 27% off)

Best smart home deals

• Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release) – A$49 (was $99, 51% off)

• Echo Hub | 8” smart home control panel – A$244 (was $329, 26% off)

• Reolink 5MP Wireless Security Camera – A$89.98 (was $129.95, 31% off)

• Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus – A$159 (was $249, 36% off)

• TP-Link Tapo Pan/Tilt Outdoor Security WiFi Camera – A$79 (was $99, 20% off)

• Eufy Security Video Doorbell S220 (Battery-Powered) – A$318 (was $549.95, 20% off)

• Eufy Security Floodlight Pro 2K – A$439.96 (was $549.95, 20% off)

• Eufy Security eufyCam 2 Pro 3-Cam Kit – A$598 (was $1,199.95, 50% off)

Best smartphone and tablet deals

• Samsung Galaxy A55 5G 128GB – A$597.49 (was $699, 15% off)

• Nothing Phone (2) 256GB – A$899 (was $1,149, 15% off)

• Xiaomi Redmi 12 256GB – A$199 (was $299, 33% off)

• Apple iPhone 15 Plus (512 GB) – A$1,654 (was $2,199, 25% off)

• Apple iPad Mini (Wi-Fi + Cellular, 256GB) 6th Generation - Pink – A$1,040 (was $1,329, 22% off)

Best wearable tech deals

• Samsung Galaxy Watch6 44mm – A$418( was $699, 40% off)

• Fitbit Versa 4 – A$322.15 ( was $379.95, 15% off)

• TOZO S6 Smartwatch – A$71.99 ( was $119.99, 40% off)

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 GPS + Cellular 49mm – A$1,189 (was $1,399, 15% off)

• Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) GPS 40mm – A$319 (was $399, 20% off)

Best headphone and speaker deals

• Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) – A$298 (was $399, 25% off)

• Bose QuietComfort SC Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones – A$320 (was $499, 36% off)

• JBL Live Free 2 True Wireless Earbuds – A$99.95 (was $199.95, 50% off)

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 Special Edition Headphones – A$300 (was $625, 46% off + $40 coupon)

• Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Headphones – A$158 (was $349, 55% off)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth Portable Speaker – A$150 (was $249, 40% off)

• Ultimate Ears Boom 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker – A$139 (was $199, 28% off)

Best TV and home cinema deals

• LG NanoCell NANO81 75" 4K LED Smart TV – A$1,799 (was $2,299, 22% off)

• LG UR8050 50" 4K Smart UHD TV with Al Sound Pro – A$799 (was $995, 20% off)

• PRISM+ Q-Ultra Q55U 4K QLED 55" Google TV – A$688.99 (was $1,599, 57% off)

• Prism+ Q75 Ultra | 75" 4K QLED Google TV – A$1,228.99 (was $2,299, 47% off)

• Sony BRAVIA X77L 65" 4K LED Smart TV – A$1,299 (was $1,799, 28% off)

• HAPPRUN Native 1080p Bluetooth Projector – A$127.38 (was $159.23, 20% off)

• ViewSonic PX701-4K 4K UHD 3200 Lumens 240Hz 4.2ms Home Theater Projector – A$1,189 (was $1,699, 30% off)

• XuanPad FHD Mini Projector – A$74.99 (was $109, save $35 with Prime Savings)

Best laptop deals

• HP 14” Chromebook – A$329 (was $579, 43% off)

• HP 14" 14-em0123AU Laptop – A$879 (was $1,236, 29% off)

• Lenovo 14” IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 Laptop – A$1,149 (was $1,499, 23% off)

• Trion Revolve 14" 360° 4k Touch Screen Laptop – A$764.15 (was $899, 15% off)

• Apple 2023 MacBook Air Laptop with M2 chip – A$1,612 (was $2,199, 27% off)

• HP 14” Chromebook – A$279 (was $505, 45% off)

Best gaming deals

• Xbox Series X Console – A$719 (was $799, 10% off)

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch) – A$54 (was $79.95, 20% off + $10 Prime Savings)

• Logitech G920 Driving Force Racing Wheel – A$299 (was $549.95, 46% off)

• Logitech G PRO X 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset – A$268 (was $449, 40% off)

• Xbox Series X/S Wireless Controller - Carbon Black – A$69 (was $89.95, 12% off + $10 Prime Savings)

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless + Bluetooth Gaming Headset – A$474.48 (was $399, 35% off)

• Nintendo Switch Console OLED Model – A$449 (was $539.95, 17% off)

• PlayStation 5 Console (Slim) – A$668 (was $799, 16% off)

• Nintendo Switch Pro Controller – A$79 (was $99, 21% off)

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With the silly season soon upon us, Amazon has kicked off their second exclusive sales event for 2024, Prime Big Deal Days (not to be confused with Prime Day in July). From now until midnight on Sunday October 13 (AEDT), Amazon.com.au will feature some of it's biggest discounts all year – in some cases, with even lower prices than even Prime Day or Black Friday week.

What is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days?

Similar to Prime Day (which normally takes place in July) this month's Prime Big Deal Days is a sales event exclusive to Amazon Prime members in Australia and overseas. Aside from Prime Day and Black Friday, it's just about your best chance all year to score some eyewatering deals on a huge range of products being sold on Amazon.

When is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days in Australia?

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days in 2024 commenced 12:01am AEDT on October 8, with local deals running for six days until 11:59pm AEDT on October 13.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days shopping tips

Strategy is key for making the most of the Prime Big Deal Days event. Knowing how to shop on Amazon across the days will get you the best deals and save you heaps of time. If you feel like browsing for fun, be sure to check out the main Big Deal Days page!

Meanwhile, here are our top shopping tips for taking advantage of the sale:

• Amazon's ‘Spotlight Deals’ run for 24-hours or more – some even run for the whole Big Deal Days event. You can take your time with these purchases, read the reviews, compare prices, and hit "buy" once you are sure you're getting bang for your buck.

• Meanwhile, ‘Lightning Deals’ last for a limited amount of time, and have a limited amount of stock. If you see a good price on a lightning deal on something you want, be sure to get in quick!

• Keep an eye on specific items you want, especially with the upcoming holiday gifting season. Simply search for these items on the Amazon store and see if they're on sale.

• Try out Alexa shopping. You can simply ask “Alexa, what are my Prime Day deals?”, or even track your orders by asking “Alexa, where’s my stuff?”.