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Best Amazon Prime Day 2024 back-to-school deals
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It’s still July, but if you’re a parent, you’re likely already starting to think about back-to-school deals for your kids. Amazon Prime Day represents the perfect time to save money on popular products and tech gear students of all ages will likely need.
Amazon has slashed prices on popular back-to-school items in a variety of categories, so here’s a chance to save some money while you can.
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Save on back-to-school items during Amazon Prime Day 2024
From low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, headphones, dorm room bedding, TVs and other essentials, to school supplies and other back-to-school necessities, Amazon has you covered with great deals during the Prime Day 2024 sale event that’s going on now.
Back-to-school tech deals
Check out these Amazon Prime Day deals on laptops, Chromebooks, tablets, headphones, wireless earbuds and more.
Apple iPad (9th generation): $249 (24% off)
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At the moment, the iPad (9th generation) is the least expensive iPad you can buy. It relies on older technology, but it runs the latest version of the iPadOS operating system and comes with the same collection of preinstalled apps included with all current model iPads. This model also allows users to download and install additional apps from the App Store.
Its performance is a bit slower than newer models, and its screen offers a lower resolution. And the tablet also runs using an older processor. Yet, for a young user, this version of the iPad is more than adequate.
If you plan to give the iPad to a young child, we highly recommend a kid-friendly, full body case to protect it from accidental spills, drops and other potential damage.
For a younger user, the iPad 9th generation is a great entry-level option. Right now, you can purchase it for 24% off during Amazon Prime Day. For more help choosing the perfect iPad for the person you’re shopping for, be sure to read our 2024 Apple iPad buyer’s guide.
Asus Chromebook Plus CX3402: $374 (15% off)
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In general, Chromebook laptops are considerably less expensive than Windows laptops, although they typically offer the same form factor and can handle pretty much the same tasks. The big difference is that Chromebooks rely much more heavily on cloud applications and storage. As a result, they’re most useful when the user has access to a continuous, high-speed internet connection via Wi-Fi.
The latest Chromebook Plus laptops run the ChromeOS operating system (not Windows), but their internal hardware is a bit more advanced than basic Chromebooks and these laptops contain a bit more internal storage. They also now integrate with Google Gemini and Google AI in ways that continues to evolve and expand each month.
This Asus Chromebook Plus provides the core tools needed to run just about any cloud-based application or game. It also offers easy access to all of Google’s apps and services, Microsoft 365 and other popular applications and services that students typically need. And it has an integrated webcam and everything needed to participate in online classes and video calls.
Check out our in-depth review of the Asus Chromebook Plus CX3402, which is now on sale during Amazon Prime Day for 15% off, which brings its price down to $374.
Acer Aspire 3 Windows 11 laptop: $350 (22% off)
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These days, you don’t need to spend $1,000 or more for a laptop that runs Windows, but if you spend less than $500, you’ll likely wind up with a slower machine that has only the most basic configuration and typically a small capacity SSD for internal storage.
This is suitable for younger students, especially those who rely on cloud applications, but these lower-end computers can’t handle more advanced tasks that require extra computing power. Entry-level Windows laptops are also not good for gaming.
That said, for an elementary or middle school age student who needs a Windows laptop (as opposed to a Chromebook Plus), this Acer Aspire 3 is a viable and low cost option. It’s currently on sale for $350 — which is 22% off on Amazon during its Prime Day 2024 sale.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ tablet: $142 (35% off)
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Some of the more powerful and feature-packed tablets, like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, have souped-up AI functionality offered by Google. But most younger students have no need for this advanced technology.
Instead, this Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is an Android tablet that runs using a slightly older processor and has a lower resolution display than the latest and more expensive tablets. But it still runs Android, comes with a generous collection of preinstalled apps and provides easy access to all Google apps and services. It can also be used for casual online gaming and to run a vast selection of optional apps available from the Google Play Store.
This Galaxy Tab A9+ is extremely affordable, especially now that it’s on sale for $142 during Amazon Prime Day, which is a 35% discount. It’s a great entry-level tablet that can easily handle the tasks that most elementary and middle school students need a tablet to handle for their schoolwork and entertainment.
Amazon Fire 7 Kids (ages 3 to 7) tablet: $55 (50% off)
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Amazon has several entry-level tablets designed specifically for kids. These run a scaled-down version of Android. The Amazon Fire 7 Kids is suitable for kids between the ages of three and seven.
What sets the Amazon Kids tablets apart is that each comes with a kid-friendly and durable case, a two year “worry-free” guarantee, and a one year subscription to Amazon Kids+. With the guarantee, if the tablet gets damaged during the first two years of ownership, Amazon will repair or replace it for free.
The Amazon Kids+ service offers a child unlimited access to a library of apps, games, e-books, videos, audiobooks and other educational and entertainment content that’s carefully curated and age-appropriate for a younger audience.
Originally released in 2022, this version of the Amazon Fire 7 Kids offers a seven-inch touchscreen and enough processing power to handle anything that a typical three- to seven-year-old will need a tablet to do. Battery life is up to 10 hours per charge. The tablet has just 16GB of internal storage, but this can be expanded using an optional microSD memory card.
You can get this kids’ tablet for just $55 right now, which marks a 50% off discount for Prime Day.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation): $169 (32% off)
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Right now, the AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are Apple’s most advanced and best-sounding wireless earbuds. And during Amazon Prime Day, they’re on sale for just $199, which is 20% off their usual $249 price. These were our top pick within our 2024 Apple AirPods buyer’s guide and for good reason. They also fared well in our roundup of the six best wireless earbuds with spatial audio in 2024.
These earbuds are ideal for Apple enthusiasts and students of all ages. Key features include spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and support of Dolby Atmos. Their noise-canceling technology works exceptionally well.
The design of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) is fairly similar to the previous generation, but Apple has introduced touch controls to the stems of these earbuds. Plus, you can also now choose between a USB Type-C or Lightning-compatible charging case.
These are powerful, general-purpose, wireless earbuds that offer spacial audio with dynamic head tracking to make music and audio from TV shows and movies that support it sound truly immersive. The audio instantly adapts when you move your head.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6: $1,100 (22% off, includes $200 Amazon gift card)
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Among high school and college students who use Android smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip phones are extremely popular and have been for several years. They’re full-featured Android phones, but have a folding display, so the phone fits nicely in a pocket when not in use.
Enhanced durability, improved displays, a better camera system and integrated Google AI are some of the key upgrades offered by the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. It’s now thinner, lighter and offers a 4,000mAh capacity battery (so you can expect all-day battery life).
The AMOLED cover display measures 3.4 inches, has a maximum brightness of 1,600 nits, a 60Hz refresh rate and offers 720 x 748 pixel resolution. When unfolded, the main Dynamic AMOLED 2x display provides 6.7 inches of on-screen real estate, with a 2,640 x 1,080 pixel resolution, a maximum brightness of 2,600 nits and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The phone weighs a mere 6.6 ounces. It measures just 3.35 x 2.83 x 0.59 inches when folded, so it easily fits in a pocket.
The phone runs using the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy processor which has a processing speed up to 3.4GHz, so it’s the fastest folding Samsung phone yet. The phone is IP48 rated for water resistance. And since AI is evolving so quickly, Samsung has pledged to support the phone with new OS and security updates for seven years. Choose from six casing colors.
This new phone begins shipping on July 23, well before students go back to school. As an incentive to pre-order the new phone from Amazon, it’s currently being discounted, plus you get a free memory upgrade (a $120 value) and a bonus $200 Amazon gift card you can use for future Amazon purchases.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition: $180 (5% off)
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As its name suggests, the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature edition is a slightly more feature-packed edition of the popular Kindle Paperwhite e-reader. This version supports wireless charging using any Qi-compatible charger, or it can be charged via a wired USB Type-C connection.
The display’s brightness and contrast are auto-adjusting, based on the ambient light around you. But you can manually adjust the brightness and color temperature of the display to accommodate your preferences. And this version of the Kindle is waterproof. Plus, it can serve as an audio player for audiobooks or podcasts. Since they are no internal speakers, you’ll need to pair the device with your choice of wireless headphones or earbuds (sold separately).
This e-reader also comes with a three-month trial subscription to Kindle Unlimited. This service offers access to more than four million e-books, audiobooks and related content. After that, the monthly fee is $11.99. However, you can also buy e-books or audiobooks individually from the Kindle store directly from the device when it’s connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi. Just reading e-books or listen to downloaded doesn’t require an Internet connection.
During Amazon Prime Day, the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is on sale for $180, which is 5% off its usual price. Within our roundup of the five best e-readers of 2024, this model was our top pick. It’s perfect for high school and college students, since it offers a plethora of really useful features.
Amazon Echo Buds (2023 edition): $25 (50% off)
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If you’re looking for super-affordable wireless earbuds that work with iOS and Android mobile devices, Windows and MacOS laptops and other equipment that can stream audio via Bluetooth, these 2023 Amazon Echo Buds are well worth the $25 they’re now being sold for during Amazon Prime Day.
While these earbuds lack features like noise cancelation and spatial audio, they do provide up to five hours of playback per charge and use 12mm drivers to produce clear stereo sound. These earbuds are also sweat and water resistant and can be used for hands-free calling.
No, these are not the most powerful and best sounding wireless earbuds, but now that they’re on sale for 50% off during Amazon Prime Day, you can’t beat the value you get for their price.
Deals on dorm room essentials
A comfortable, well-decorated and nicely equipped dorm room is essential for any student. Here are some must-have items that are on sale during Amazon Prime Day.
Amazon 55″ Fire TV 4-Series: $330 (37% off)
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Many college students use their laptop or tablet to stream TV shows, movies, YouTube videos and other content for entertainment, but this provides a more private viewing experience. To binge watch shows, movies and sports with roommates and college friends, a traditional TV is more suitable.
For a dorm room that’s short on space, this 55-inch smart TV from Amazon is an affordable option. It’s on sale for 37% off during Amazon Prime Day, so it can be added to a dorm room for just $330. As a smart TV that runs using the FireTV OS, it can access any popular video streaming service your college student subscribes to, such as Amazon Prime Video, Netflix or Hulu.
This is a 4K resolution, 55-inch, LED smart TV. However, if you’re looking for a TV that’s even less expensive, the Amazon Fire TV 2-Series has a starting price of just $110 for the 32-inch model (now that it’s also on sale for a whopping 45% off).
Surge Protector Power Strip: $13 (19% off)
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The problem with most dorm rooms is that they don’t offer enough power outlets for all of a students equipment and devices. For this reason, it’s essential to send a student back to college with a reliable power strip with a surge protector.
This power strip offers eight three-prong outlets, two USB Type-A ports and two USB Type-C ports, along with an integrated surge protector.
At the moment, it’s on sale from Amazon for just $13. But, if you purchase two or more of them at the same time, you’ll get an additional 6% off.
Ticonn 6-pack extra large moving bags: $30 (25% off)
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Packing up a college student to move into a dorm room can be a challenging task. If you’re be driving them back to school (or they’ll be road tripping it on their own), these extra large moving bags are the perfect packing solution. And during Amazon Prime Day, you can purchase six of them for just $30 — which is 25% off.
Each bag comes with a study zipper and carry handles. Each holds up to 50 pounds and is waterproof. But when not being used, they fold up for easy storage.
These are a great alternative to moving boxes or cumbersome luggage. The bags measure 27 by 14 by 15 inches and have up to a 24-gallon volume. They’re made from a premium PE material.
The Ticonn extra large moving bags have earned a 4.7-star (out of five) rating, based on more than 36,400 Amazon reviews.
Dorm Room Essentials college bedding comforter set: $37 (17% off)
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It’s important to send your teenager off to college with comfortable bedding. It makes sense to purchase an affordable bedding set like this one from Dorm Room Essentials.
This five piece set includes a comforter, pillowcase, flat sheet and fitted sheet that fits a twin XL size bed. You can choose between more than 22 solid color options. The material used is 100% double brushed, ultra-soft microfiber.
Now that Amazon has cut the price of this bedding set from $45 down to just $37, it’s a great time to stock up and get ready for back to school.
CGK Unlimited twin XL 3-piece sheet set: $24 (59% off)
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For the college student who already has a comfortable pillow and comforter, this three-piece sheet set comes in a variety of solid color options and in the popular twin or twin XL size. Each set includes a pillowcase, flat sheet and fitted sheet.
These microfiber sheets are wrinkle-free. The fitted sheet offers deep pockets to provide a snug fit around any twin or twin XL size mattress.
Now that this sheet set is on sale for an incredible 59% off, you can purchase it for just $24. At this price, it makes sense to buy a college student two or three sets in their favorite colors.
BedsPick memory foam mattress topper (twin XL): $68 (43% off)
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One of the worst things about college dorm life is that the mattresses supplied by the college are typically not too comfortable. To remedy this, we recommend bringing a memory foam mattress topper to place over the mattress and under the sheet.
This BedsPick memory foam mattress comes in a twin or twin XL size. It’s three inches thick and is both breathable and ventilated. It’s earned a 4.6-star (out of five) rating, based on more than 4,200 Amazon reviews.
Right now, during the Amazon Prime Day sale, this mattress topper is on sale for 43% off its usual $119 price, making it just $68.
Ailbton LED neon rope light (32.8 feet): $32 (20% off)
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This Ailbron LED neon rope light offers a low-cost way to decorate a dorm room using programmable and color changing smart lighting. The light rope can be controlled using the supplied handheld remote or any smartphone. While it’s not bright enough to fully light up an entire room, this light strip is perfect for creating a vibe.
This flexible 32.8-foot long LED rope light is IP65 rated to be waterproof. And it has a built-in feature that allows it to animate itself and sync with music.
Based on the dimensions of a dorm room, similar LED rope lights are available in a variety of lengths, from 20 feet up to 120 feet. This 32.8-foot version has 300 mini LED lights built in, each of which can showcase any of several hundred of selectable colors.
Currently, you can get this rope light for just $32, which is 20% off its normal price.
Hotel Sheets Direct twin XL derived from sheets: $48 (13% off)
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Here’s another affordable twin XL sheet set that’s perfect for a college dorm. The set includes a pillow case, flat sheet and fitted sheet, each made from 100% viscose — a material derived from bamboo.
These sheets are super soft, durable, moisture wicking and breathable. They’re thermoregulated, so they’ll stay cool all summer long and warm throughout the fall and winter.
Choose between 16 solid color options. The fitted sheet can accommodate a mattress that’s up to 15 inches thick. During Amazon Prime Day, you can purchase this sheet set for just $48, which is 13% off its normal price.
Save on school supplies
Sometimes, it’s the smaller items that add up… unless you seek out sales. During Amazon Prime Day, there are fantastic deals to be found on common school supplies. Amazon stocks more than 60,000 different school supplies and currently, more than 20,000 of them are on sale.
Here are a 10 school supply deal highlights:
- Five Star spiral notebook (5 subject, college ruled paper): $6 (53% off)
- Paper Mate Clearpoint mechanical pencils (10 pack, assorted colors): $17 (35% off)
- Paper Mate InkJoy gel pens (10 pack, medium point, assorted colors): $10 (17% off)
- BIC Brite Liner Grip highlighter set (12 pack, chisel tip, pastel colors): $6 (61% off)
- Paper Mate Flair Nature Escape scented felt tip pens (16 pack, 0.7mm point, assorted colors): $12 (51% off)
- Oxford loose leaf notebook paper for three ring binders (500 sheets, 8 x 10-1/2 inch wide ruled paper, 3 hole punch): $10 (28% off)
- Scotch Magic Tape (6 rolls with dispenser): $13 (47% off)
- Ohome Sticky Notes (12 pads, 3 x 3 inches, multiple colors): $6 (40% off)
- Mead Spiral Notebook (24 Pack, one subject, wide ruled paper, 7.5 x 10.5 inches, 70 sheets per notebook): $36 (15% off)
We’re tracking down all the best Prime Day discounts, including the best lightning deals and rival sales during Prime Day 2024. Whether you’re trying to find the best Prime Day deals on tech, Prime Day sales on beauty and fashion finds or Prime Day deals on health and fitness equipment, our team of expert deal hunters has you covered.
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Mark the dates, clear your schedule and prepare your spending budget, because Amazon has officially announced that its October Prime Big Deal Days sale event will be held on October 8 and October 9. To experience the most savings during this epic two-day extravaganza, be sure that you’re an active Amazon Prime member ($139 per year). Leading up to this much-anticipated sale, Amazon has already begun slashing prices on all sorts of popular items.
12 pre-Prime Big Deal Days discounts available right now
There’s no need wait for the October Prime Big Deal Days event to kick off, because right now, there are all sorts of great deals to be found shopping on Amazon. Our team of expert deal seekers has curated this pre-sale roundup of awesome money-saving offers.
Amazon 50″ Fire 4K 4-Series TV: $300 (33% off)
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If you need a TV for a guest room, child’s bedroom or other smaller space, check out this 50-inch Amazon Fire 4-Series smart TV that’s now on sale for 33% off. This sale brings the TV’s price down to just $300.
This TV comes with an Alexa voice remote and runs using the popular Amazon FireTV OS. This means it’s ready to stream content from all of the popular services you subscribe to, including Amazon Prime Video, which comes free with your Amazon Prime membership.
This is a 4K resolution TV that supports HDR10 and HGL, plus Dolby Digital Plus for sound. And since the Amazon Alexa digital assistant is integrated into this TV, you can use the voice remote to control the TV and any other compatible smart gear that’s installed in your home. On the back of the TV, there are four HDMI ports, so it’s easy to connect your cable box, a sound bar, video game console or other gear.
Based on more than 38,700 reviews on Amazon, this TV has earned a 4.5-star rating out of five, so you know people love it.
Apple AirPods Pro 2: $190 (24% off)
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Apple continues to add new functionality to its highest-end wireless earbuds. In fact, the FDA recently approved that the AirPods Pro 2 will soon have the functionality to serve as over-the-counter hearing aids.
However, if your hearing isn’t impaired, the AirPods Pro 2 offer powerful features that make listening to any type of audio an absolute pleasure. And they work extremely well during hands-free calls, too.
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 offer active noise cancellation, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and a slew of other features. Plus, they’re IP54-rated for sweat, dust and water resistance.
These AirPods come with a wireless charging case. They make the perfect audio companions to an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook or iMac. And right now, these bestselling wireless earbuds are 24% off, so you can purchase them for just $190.
For help deciding which Apple AirPods model is best for you, be sure to check out our newly updated 2024 Apple AirPods buyer’s guide.
Vizio 40″ Full HD TV: $148 (13% off)
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Here’s an entry-level, 40-inch, LED smart TV that offers 1080p resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. It’s compatible with virtually all of the popular video streaming services you subscribe to, including Amazon Video Prime which comes free with your Amazon Prime membership.
For a limited time leading up to the big Prime Big Deal Days sale, Amazon has reduced the price of this Vizio TV to a mere $148 — that’s 13% off it’s usual price.
This TV offers full array LED backlighting that’s fine-tuned at a granular level with what Vizio calls Active Pixel Tuning. This technology helps to ensure a clear and detailed picture quality at a very affordable price.
One notable feature is that if you have a pair of Bluetooth headphones or earbuds, you can pair them with this TV to enjoy a private listening experience. The TV also supports Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast, so you can stream content directly from your smartphone, tablet or computer.
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen): $105 (30% off)
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On its own, the Amazon Echo Show 8 home hub can serve as an interactive smart speaker that gives you easy access to the Alexa digital assistant. The device can also be used to stream video content from the internet and participate in video calls. Plus, if you have Alexa-compatible smart home gear, you can control it using voice commands via the Echo Show 8.
Released in 2023, this edition of the Amazon Echo Show offers an 8-inch touchscreen display. And its built in speakers support spatial audio, so when you stream music, it can fill a room with robust and life-like sound. One notable feature is that the Echo Show can share data with your smartphone, so you can use it to check your schedule or display your favorite photos in an animated slideshow format.
Based on more than 9,500 reviews on Amazon, this edition of the Echo Show 8 has earned a 4.5-star out of five rating. Right now, it’s on sale for 30% off, so you can purchase it for just $105. And if you have an older Amazon smart speaker or home hub to trade in, Amazon will give you an extra 20% off the purchase of this device — just click on the “Save 20% with Trade-In” button located on the home hub’s product page.
Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner: $388 (17% off)
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Enjoy a cleaner home when you use this Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner to suck up unwanted dirt and dust. It works on all floor types and is battery powered, so you can maneuver it around easily, without having to drag a long extension cord behind you. And because this vacuum weighs just 5.6 pounds, it’s easy to carry around.
This bagless vacuum comes with four popular accessories and has an integrated HEPA filter. It’s designed to collect pet hair without getting tangled, thanks to Dyson’s de-tangling motorbar. With a fully charged battery, the vacuum will run for up to 40 minutes of continuous use.
Thanks to its modular design, the Dyson V8 easily converts into a handheld vacuum, too. It’s bin capacity is 0.14 gallons. Head over to Amazon right now to get 17% off this popular vacuum. It’s currently on sale for just $388. Based on more than 3,400 reviews on Amazon, it’s earned a 4.3-star out of five rating.
iRobot Roomba i3+ Evo (3554): $300 (32% off)
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If you have a lot of floors in your home, there’s no longer a need to manually vacuum them. The latest robotic vacuums, like this popular iRobot Roomba i3 Evo, can work autonomously and on a preset schedule to keep your home’s floors clean and dirt-free.
Using the iRobot smartphone app, you can set a schedule for when and how often you want this robot vacuum to clean each room of your home. Or, using a simple voice command, you can activate it to quickly clean up a newly formed mess. Using smart mapping technology, the robot learns the layout of your home, so it can avoid crashing into furniture or accidentally falling down stairs.
One feature we like is that it automatically empties its bin on its own for up to 60 days, so it basically cleans up after itself by emptying its vacuum bin into an enclosed bag that’s easy to dispose of. This robot uses iRobot’s proprietary three-stage cleaning system that relies on dual multi-surface rubber brushes to agitate and lift dirt.
For a limited time, Amazon has discounted the Roomba i3+ Evo by 32%, which brings its price down to just $300.
Cosori 9-in-1 air fryer: $90 (25% off)
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As Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale event draws closer, we’re discovering more and more bestselling products being heavily discounted. Take this Cosori 9-in-1 air fryer. It’s currently on sale for 25% off, so you can purchase it for just $90.
Not only has this air fryer earned a 4.8-star out of five rating on Amazon, based on more than 3,300 reviews, it also continues to sell more than 10,000 units per month.
This is a six quart capacity air fryer that offers five fan speeds. It can reach up to 450-degrees Fahrenheit and uses 95% less oil, so the food it prepares is healthier to eat. And the smartphone app associated with this air fryer includes more than 100 easy to follow recipes.
Because this is a 9-in-1 device, it can air fry, roast, bake, broil, dehydrate, prepare frozen foods, proof, reheat, and keep foods warm. It’s the perfect alternative to using a traditional oven, microwave or dehydrator. Plus, the non-stick cooking basket and detachable components make cleaning a breeze, since they’re dishwasher safe.
ErGear height-adjustable electric standing desk: $128 (20% off)
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This is a sleek-looking, 48-by-24 inch electric standing desk that’s great for a home office or gaming setup. The desk comes in a variety of color combinations. It features a sturdy, alloy steel base and wood desktop.
You can freely select its standing desk height — between 28.35 and 46.46 inches — plus save your favorite three settings and smoothly switch between them.
The desk features powerful lifting performance and reliable long-term operation. It’s been tested 50,000 times and is still going strong. Based on more than 5,500 Amazon reviews, this desk has earned a 4.6-star out of five rating.
Right now, you can get this desk for 20% off, so you’ll pay just $128. And as an Amazon Prime member, of course you get free shipping. The desk comes with two storage hooks. A drawer and keyboard tray are sold separately
Apple iPad (10th Generation, Wi-Fi, 64GB): $299 (14% off)
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As you’d expect, this iPad 10th Generation is slightly more powerful than the 9th Generation version of Apple’s entry-level tablet. It’s a great option for younger kids, or anyone who wants the power of an iPad, without all of the extra and more advanced tech that’s built into the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air models.
You get a 10-inch Liquid Retina display. It’s powered using a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 10 hours. Choose between four casing colors — silver, blue, pink or yellow. This base model comes with 64GB of storage, but at the time of purchase, you can upgrade it to 256GB. Plus, you can choose between a Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi + cellular model.
This version of the iPad is powered using Apple’s A15 Bionic processor. For wireless connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 6. Plus, it comes with a 12MP front and rear-facing camera. The iPad 10th Generation runs the latest version of iOS 18 and comes with the same collection of preinstalled apps as all other current iPad models. Plus, you can further customize the tablet with optional apps available from the App Store.
For a limited time, Amazon has slashed 14% off the price of this popular iPad, so you can purchase it for just $299.
Dewalt 20V Max cordless drill/driver kit: $99 (45% off)
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During both Amazon Prime Day and Amazon Prime Deal Days sale events, Dewalt power tools are always wildly popular, especially when Amazon reduces their prices by 45% or more.
Right now, this bestselling 20 volt cordless drill and driver kit, which includes two rechargeable battery packs and a charger, is on sale for just $99. And Dewalt is also throwing in its iconic tool bag to store and transport your new power tool.
The drill’s high speed transmission delivers two speeds — either 0 to 450 or 1,500 rpm. This allows it to easily help you handle a range of fastening and drilling applications. Users of this drill also love the ergonomic handle that delivers comfort and control.
Based on more than 45,500 reviews on Amazon, the Dewalt 20V Max cordless drill/driver kit has earned a 4.8-star out of five rating. Plus, Amazon reports it sells more than 20,000 of these drills every month, so you know it’s built to get the job done.
Nintendo Switch: $265 (12% off)
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It’s not often that Nintendo’s bestselling Switch video game system goes on sale, so now that Amazon is offering it at 12% off, it’s the perfect time to snag one. Instead of paying $300, you can get this version of the Nintendo Switch for $265. It includes a 6.2-inch touchscreen LCD display.
What sets the Switch apart is that it offers three game play modes — TV, tabletop and handheld. It comes with one detachable Joy-Con controller. People of all ages love the Switch because it’s home to some of the most iconic games in video game history — many featuring stars like Mario, Luigi, Link, Princess Zelda, Donkey Kong, all of the Pokemon, and countless others.
The Switch also offers the largest library of family-friendly games, as well as a vast assortment of popular titles that’ll keep teens and adults challenged for hours on end. This version of the Switch that’s on sale is the all-gray edition.
Keurig K-Mini single serve K-Cup pod coffee maker: $60 (40% off)
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Enjoy your daily caffeine fix with this bestselling and easy to use Keurig K-Cup coffee maker. Choose between hundreds of K-Cup coffee, tea, hot cocoa and other drink varieties. This version of the coffee maker can brew up individual 6-ounce or 12-ounce servings.
Best of all, it’s just five inches wide, so it takes up minimal kitchen counter space. The coffee maker’s removable drip tray accommodates travel mugs up to 7.0 inches tall and holds a full accidental brew for easy cleanup. Plus, the auto off feature turns off your coffee maker 90 seconds after your last brew, which helps to save energy.
At the moment, Amazon is selling this popular Keurig coffee maker for a whopping 40% off, so you’ll pay just $60 (instead of its usual $100 price). Amazon sells more than 10,000 of this coffee maker model per month. Based on more than 100,000 user reviews on Amazon, it’s earned an impressive 4.5-star rating out of five.
What is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days?
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are mega-event sales during which Amazon slashes prices on tens of thousands of popular items. The sale lasts for just two days. Inventory on many products that go on sale is limited, so if you want to get the best deals, shop early to snag the items you want at a deep discount.
When is Amazon Prime Big Deal Days?
The next Amazon Prime Day Big Deals sale takes place on October 8 through October 9, but Amazon has already begun offering some amazing deals on popular products that you can take advantage of today.
Do you need to be a Amazon Prime member to shop the October Prime Day sale?
During the upcoming Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale, many sales will be available to everyone. However, a large number of deep discounts on popular products will only be available to Amazon Prime members. So, if you haven’t joined Amazon Prime yet, what are you waiting for?
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How to watch the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets NFL game tonight: Week 3 TNF Livestream options, more
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The New England Patriots vs. New York Jets game will be played tonight, giving both teams a shot at a prime time “Thursday Night Football” win. Aaron Rodgers’ Jets enjoyed a 24-17 win over the Tennessee Titans in Week 2, while the Patriots were defeated 23-20 by the Seattle Seahawks.
Keep reading to find out how and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets game tonight.
How and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets game
The New England Patriots vs. New York Jets game will be played on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 8:15 p.m. ET (5:15 p.m. PT).
The game will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime. The game will be broadcast on local TV affiliates in Boston (WFXT Fox 25) and New York (WNYW Fox 5). Viewers in these areas can stream the NFL game for free on Fubo.
Waiting for the game to start? Check out Amazon’s new Thursday Night Football store
If you’re waiting for today’s game to begin, now is a great time to check out Amazon’s new Thursday Night Football store. Every week, Amazon updates the store with the best fan gear and gift ideas for fans of the two teams playing.
This week, the Amazon TNF store is filled to the brim with the best New England Patriots fan gear and the best New York Jets fan gear you can buy through the retailer, including jerseys, team flags, T-shirts, hoodies and more. Tap the button below to head directly to the Thursday Night Football store page on Amazon.
Are tickets for the Patriots vs. Jets game available?
Though kickoff is less than 24 hours away, there are still tickets for the game available at Ticketmaster and other resale sites. Tap the button below to score tickets to see the game in-person at Met Life Stadium in New Jersey.
Can you watch the Patriots vs. Jets game without Amazon Prime?
Starting in 2022, Amazon became the exclusive carrier of Thursday Night Football (TNF). In addition to TNF, this season’s Black Friday game, which will be played on November 29, 2024 — Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs — will air exclusively on Amazon Prime, as well.
Amazon Prime is $1.99 for the first week. After one week, Prime is $14.99 per month ($139 annually) for all Thursday Night Football games, including the NFL’s first-ever Black Friday game. You also get fast and free Prime shipping, access to members-only deals during October Prime Day, free Kindle downloads, discounts at Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh stores and more.
Watch the Patriots vs. Jets game on your phone with NFL+
If you want to catch this game on your phone — and all the amazing football ahead this season — check out NFL+. The premium streaming service, starting at $40 per year (or $7 per month), offers access to NFL Network. And yes, that includes games being broadcast out-of-market. To boost your NFL experience even further, you can upgrade to NFL+ Premium with NFL RedZone and watch up to eight NFL games simultaneously. A seven-day, free trial is available.
Top features of NFL+:
- You get access to all NFL preseason games, including those that are out of market.
- NFL+ lets you watch stream local and primetime regular season games on your phone or tablet, but not your TV.
- Includes the NFL Network (and NFL RedZone with NFL+ Premium), so it’s a good option for those who are looking to stream football on the go.
2024-5 NFL Season Week 3 Schedule
The 2024-5 NFL Season Week 3 schedule is below. The game you see broadcast locally will depend on your geographical area.
Thursday, Sept. 19
- New England Patriots at New York Jets, 8:15 p.m. ET (Prime Video)
Sunday, Sept. 22
- New York Giants at Cleveland Browns, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Chicago Bears at Indianapolis Colts, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Houston Texans at Minnesota Vikings, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Philadelphia Eagles at New Orleans Saints, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Los Angeles Chargers at Pittsburgh Steelers, 1 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Denver Broncos at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Green Bay Packers at Tennessee Titans, 1 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Carolina Panthers at Las Vegas Raiders, 4:05 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Miami Dolphins at Seattle Seahawks, 4:05 p.m. ET (CBS)
- Detroit Lions at Arizona Cardinals, 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Baltimore Ravens at Dallas Cowboys 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
- San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams 4:25 p.m. ET (FOX)
- Kansas City Chiefs at Atlanta Falcons, 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC)
Monday, Sept. 23
- Jacksonville Jaguars at Buffalo Bills, 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
- Washington Commanders at Cincinnati Bengals, 8:15 p.m. ET (ABC)
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The latest photo scanners transform your favorite memories into high-resolution digital images that can be archived or shared online. Some of these scanners accommodate a wide range of print, slide and negative sizes and create digital files in your choice of format. If you have old photo albums you want to digitize, prints you’d like to share on social media, or images you want to securely store in the cloud, one of these photo scanners can handle the job. And these scanners will work beautifully with your Windows or Mac desktop or laptop computer.
Pro Tip: If you’re looking to scan photos simply to share online via email or social media, the scanner’s resolution isn’t too important. However, if you’re scanning photos for archival purposes, you want to scan those prints in the highest resolution possible, so seek out a scanner than can accommodate this.
The best photos scanners for digitizing your prints
Our in-house tech experts have curated this roundup of the best photo scanners currently available. Some offer a compact design, while others can help you scan large quantities of images quickly, especially if the prints are all the same size.
So, whether you’re looking to create a digital backup or archive of your most cherished printed photos, want to be able to create larger prints from digital image files, or share the scanned images online, a photo scanner is what you need. For photos, these stand-alone scanners work far better than scanner apps available for smartphones. And in many cases, they offer higher resolution and more options for scanning photos than the scanners built into the latest all-in-one printers.
Best photo scanner: Epson FastFoto FF-680W
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For amateur, semi-pro and professional photographers alike, the Epson FastFoto FF-680W is a high-end, dedicated photo scanner that can process prints at up to 1,200 by 1,200 dpi. The built-in document feeder can hold up to 36 prints and then scan one image per second at 300 dpi. When set at a higher resolution, the scanner functions a bit slower.
Use the FF-680W to scan prints of almost any size, like Polaroid photos, panoramas, postcard-size images or anything up to 8 by 10 inches. The scanner comes with the free Perfect Picture Imaging software. It allows you to quickly edit and enhance scanned images and handle tasks like restoring color to old photos or fixing red-eye.
Use the Epson ScanSmart software (also included), to scan and store traditional documents, too. Documents can be up to 8.5 by 24 inches and the software’s OCR feature can transform scanned text into editable documents.
Photos or documents scanned by the FF-680W can be stored locally or automatically uploaded to the cloud. The scanner supports Dropbox and Google Drive. Use a USB cable or a wireless connection between the scanner and your computer.
Best budget photo scanner: Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 Slim
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This is a dedicated, flat-bed scanner that connects to a Windows or Mac computer via a USB cable. It’s then able to scan photos or documents, one at a time, at up to 2,400 by 2,400 dots per inch. The unit measures 14.5 by 9.9 by 1.7 inches and weighs just 3.6 pounds, so you can set it up when it’s needed, but easily store it away when it’s not being used.
The scanner’s Z-lid can be elevated parallel up to 21 millimeters from the platen surface, making quality scans possible when working with photo albums, bulky books, magazines or document stacks. The scanner is able to scan a single photo or document at 300 dpi, that’s up to 8.5 by 11 inches, in under 10 seconds.
For photos, the 300 Slim is a basic, budget-friendly scanner that’s great for occasional use, especially if you’re working with larger size prints.
Best flatbed photo scanner: Epson Perfection V850 Pro
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Designed more for semi- and pro-level photographers, but usable by anyone, the V850 Pro is a desktop photo scanner that offers up to 6,400 by 6,400 dots-per-inch resolution. This means you can create extremely high-resolution digital images from your photo prints that are up to 8.5 by 11.7 inches.
During the scanning process, the software that comes with the scanner will automatically remove dust and scratches as it scans. Another key feature is that the scanner can also digitize one or more 35mm slides or negatives at the same time.
The V850 works with either a Windows or MacOS computer via a USB cable connection. Between the scanner itself and the supplied Epson scanning software, you’ll wind up with high-resolution scans that showcase impressive shadow detail and smooth gradations within each digital image.
Best photo scanner for prints, slides and negatives: ClearClick QuickConvert 2.0
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If you have a collection of 4-by-6 inch prints, 35mm slides or negatives from 35mm, 110 or 126 film, the QuickConvert 2.0 photo scanner creates digital images from that content with no computer needed during the scanning process.
The unit is able to scan photos at up to 7,200 by 7,200 dots per inch. The unit measures just 8 by 7 by 6 inches, so it’s easy to set up almost anywhere. Since the scanner does not have an auto-feeder, you need to feed one image or negative at a time to be scanned, but the scanning process takes less than three seconds per image.
As photos are scanned, they’re stored on an SD memory card, while can be removed from the scanner and inserted into the memory card slot of your computer when you want to work with the images or upload them to the cloud for storage. Keep in mind, this scanner works with 4-by- 6 inch prints (as well as slides and negatives), but not 5-by-7 inch prints.
The built in, five inch display shows you exactly what will be scanned, before the scanning process begins. The unit runs on a rechargeable battery. A 32GB SD memory card that can hold up to 8,000 scanned images is included.
Best high-resolution photo scanner: Canon CanoScan CS9000F Mark II
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This dedicated flatbed photo scanner from Canon offers 9,600 by 9,600 dots per inch resolution for film, or 4,800 by 4,800 dots per inch resolution for printed photos and documents. It’s compatible with Windows PCs only and connects to a computer using a USB cable. Based on almost 1,000 user reviews on Amazon, the CS9000F Mark II has earned a 4.4-star rating out of five.
It takes this scanner about 18 seconds to scan a 35mm negative at 1,200 dots-per-inch resolution, or just seven seconds to scan a photo at 300 dots-per-inch resolution. In addition to prints and slides, the scanner works with a variety of negative formats. During the scanning process, dust and scratches are automatically removed and the scanner compensates for image fading.
Scanned images can be stored on your computer or uploaded directly to your Dropbox account. One thing we like about this scanner is that it delivers detailed digital images that are ideal for enlargement and high resolution printing, while 48-bit color depth ensures accurate color reproduction. The scanner comes with the My Image Garden and Scanning Utility software that allows for easy, one-touch operation.
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The best early Amazon October Prime Day 2024 deals you can shop today
How to watch the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets NFL game tonight: Week 3 TNF Livestream options, more
Officials ID 1 of 2 killed during 3 shootings in Minneapolis on Wednesday tied to same gunman
The best early Amazon October Prime Day 2024 deals you can shop today