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Top 10 most popular Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals, according to our readers
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Amazon Prime Day 2024 is in it’s final hours. Our own team of shopping experts have spent countless hours compiling our picks for the best Prime Day deals of 2024. Now, it’s time to share our readers’ favorite Prime Day deals.
Over the past 36-plus hours, CBS Essentials readers have been scoring some truly incredible discounts on new tech gadgets, small kitchen appliances, home goods, groceries and even streaming subscriptions. We took a look at what everyone was buying to compile this list of the 10 most popular Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals.
What we love about this list is that there’s something for everyone on it, including household essentials you use every day (like garbage bags). Even if you weren’t planning on making a Prime Day purchase, these deals may make you reconsider — especially when you see how much you can save.
10 most popular Amazon Prime Day deals, according to our readers
Here are our readers’ most popular Prime Day deals on Day 1 of the sale. All of the deals listed below are still available as of the time of publication, though things are selling out fast.
Note that many of these deals require an Amazon Prime membership.
Glad ForceFlex kitchen trash bags (110 ct.): $15 (save 36%)
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Amazon Prime Day is the perfect opportunity to stock up on household essentials you use every day at incredible prices. Just about everyone can take advantage of this Glad kitchen trash bag deal — you can get 110 ForceFlex bags with a Febreze fresh clean scent for just $15 with an Amazon Prime membership. That’s 36% off their usual $23 price.
Amazon reviewers rate these bags 4.7 stars. “These bags are incredibly strong,” says one reviewer. “The ForceFlex technology allows the bags to stretch and resist tears, which is great for handling heavy or awkwardly shaped trash.”
Labigo electric spin scrubber: $40 (save 43%)
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The Labigo electric spin scrubber allows you to clean the surfaces of your home more easily and efficiently. The spin scrubber comes with four brush heads, including one small and large flat brush, a dome brush and a corner brush, the latter of which is great for scrubbing around your baseboards as well as your toilet’s base.
What also helps with getting into hard-to-reach places is the scrubber’s adjustable base, which can be extended up to 3.5 feet, and a scrub head that can be rotated. These will give you the ability to scrub high and low in your home, from the bottom of the tub to the crown molding that lines your ceilings. The scrubber can last up to an hour and a half on a single charge.
Grab this Prime Day spin scrubber deal while you can.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen): $169 with Prime (32% off)
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Amazon has slashed the price on the second generation Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) wireless earbuds with the USB Type-C charging case. Right now, you can get them for $169, a savings of 32% off their usual $249 list price.
These Apple wireless earbuds offer active noice cancellation, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, a wireless charging case and up to a six-hour battery life (or up to 30 hours with multiple charges from their charging case).
If you’re an Apple iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook or iMac user, these are the wireless earbuds you want to pair with your gear. You get auto pairing between all of your Apple devices, plus the ability to locate the AirPods Pro earbuds using the Find My app.
Apple AirPods (2nd generation): $69 (47% off)
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The second-generation Apple AirPods may not be the latest model, but they’re still one of the most sought-after earbuds on the market. These are some of the most versatile earbuds you can buy if you’re a regular iOS user. But beyond that, these are great earbuds that are perfect for tossing in your bag and heading out into the world. They just connect when you need them. There’s no frustrating need to pair them.
These 4.7-star-rated earbuds boast more than 24 hours of total listening time with the wireless charging case, fool-proof one-tap setup for Apple device owners and a low-latency wireless connection for full immersion when consuming movies and music. If you need an everyday set of earbuds that look and feel premium, these are a great and affordable option.
Why we like the Apple AirPods (2nd Generation):
- Their clear and high-quality sound makes for immersive listening.
- They feature a one-tap setup and intuitive controls for better convenience.
- They have an impressive battery life of over 24 hours with the charging case, and quick charging for on-the-go.
This Prime Day deal is currently sold out at Amazon, but don’t worry. Walmart is matching pricing at its rival Prime Day sale.
Amazon Echo Spot smart alarm clock: $45 ($35 off)
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The new Echo Spot can be customized with your favorite clock face, colors, alarm sounds and more. It has a smart display that shows the time, weather, song titles and other information at a glance so you have everything you need right in front of you in the morning.
A smart speaker at heart, it’s loud and effective as an alarm clock, but you can use it to enjoy music and podcasts with crisp clarity and surprisingly loud volume. Control it with touch or via Alexa, which can also be set up to follow routines that wake you up with music and soft light in a more gentle way than traditional alarms.
You can use the Echo Spot as a smart home hub by way of Alexa as well, with voice controls that mean you don’t have to stumble out of bed in the morning to find a switch or touch a panel somewhere else to turn on the lights or get your day going.
Right now, you can save $35 on the Echo Spot, making it just $45 for Prime Day. Grab yours quickly before it goes up to $80 once more. You can also the Echo Spot with its charging stand bundled together for just $75, marked down from its normal price of $110.
Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects teeth whitening strip kit: $30 (35% off)
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Just about everyone would love to have bright white teeth that can contribute to a radiant smile, just like the world’s most beautiful models and actors. Well, now you can quickly achieve brighter and whiter teeth using Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects.
In just 22 days, you can brighten your teeth by up to 20 levels using this system, so you can achieve professional results at home with ease and achieve that beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. This package includes 20 Professional Effects treatments that take 45 minutes each to complete, as well as two 1-hour Express treatments.
Today — the final day of the Amazon Prime Day 2024 sale — you can purchase this teeth whitening kit for just $30, which is 35% off its usual $46 price. To snag this deal, you must be an Amazon Prime member.
Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner: $82 (34% off)
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The Tik-Tok viral Bissell Little Green carpet cleaner is available at a Prime Day discount you won’t want to miss. An essential for anyone with carpets, especially those with pets or small children, its compact design makes it easy to use, eliminating the need to pull out a large carpet cleaner for small stains and spots on carpet and upholstery.
The powerful suction removes tough stains, spills and ground-in dirt on carpets, stairs, cars and soft surfaces like mattresses and sofas. Simply spray and scrub to lift away dirt and stains instantly. With a 48-oz tank capacity, it allows for extended cleaning without frequent refills.
This exclusive Prime member deal includes the Little Green carpet cleaner, a 3-inch scrub tool and an 8-ounce trial-size bottle of Spot & Stain with Febreze Freshness formula to get you started.
A social media and fan favorite, the Bissell Little Green holds a 4.5-star rating after more than 82,000 reviews. It’s currently $82 (reduced from $124) for Prime Day.
Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows (set of two): $36
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These bestselling pillows feature a soft 250-thread count cover, and are filled with a fluffy down alternative for luxurious comfort. They’re available in queen ($36) and king ($) sizes.
“I’ve never slept on something that feels so luxurious,” says an Amazon customer. “My neck pain is gone. I look forward to going to bed and don’t feel any back pain! It’s truly the best pillow ever.”
Be sure to apply the Amazon coupon before checkout to get the best price.
Why we like the Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows:
Cosrx snail mucin hydrating serum: $10 (62% off)
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This TikTok-approved snail mucin serum is made with 96% snail secretion filtrate (snail mucin) and is designed to protect the skin from losing moisture. Snail mucin may also promote collagen production, which can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
It’s unscented, which is great for those with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivities. And rest assured it’s not tested on animals.
With an Amazon rating of 4.5 stars and over 50,000 reviews, it’s safe to say that Amazon shoppers approve of this TikTok-famous product.
“I was initially skeptical about using anything related to snails on my face, but the results spoke for themselves,” an Amazon reviewer says. “This serum is like a hydrating blanket for the skin! From the very first use, I could feel an added layer of moisture without it feeling greasy. My skin felt plump, and there was a noticeable reduction in the appearance of fine lines.”
Celor undereye patches (20 pairs): $9 (57% off)
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This DIY treatment for puffy eyes and dark circles is a favorite of Prime Day shoppers. The patches, made with mica gold, collagen and Centella Asiatica, work in 15 minutes to erase years from your face (according to reviewers).
Amazon reviewers rave about the 4.2-star-rated hydrogel patches. “These little golden wonders have quickly become my holy grail for achieving a refreshed, well-rested look,” a verified purchaser said.
Regularly $20, you can get this Prime Day beauty treatment deal for just $9 with an Amazon Prime membership. Be sure to apply the coupon before purchasing to save an extra 5%.
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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Spanish film star’s son gets life sentence for killing and dismembering plastic surgeon in Thailand
A Thai court jailed a famous Spanish actor’s son for life on Thursday for the grisly murder of a Colombian plastic surgeon on a tropical holiday island in a case that has gripped Spain.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a 30-year-old chef with a YouTube channel, was found guilty of the premeditated murder of Edwin Arrieta Arteaga on the tourist island of Koh Phangan last August.
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The case has generated enormous interest in Spain because the defendant’s father, Rodolfo Sancho, is a well-known actor, and scores of Spanish reporters flew in for the trial.
Sancho’s mother, Silvia Bronchalo, has also been in acting and both parents were at the sentencing, The Associated Press reported, adding that both are 49.
Bussakorn Kaewleeled, a lawyer for the victim’s family, said the family members were happy with the outcome.
“The plaintiff is satisfied with the sentence because he will be put in prison for life and they receive some financial compensation,” Bussakorn told reporters outside the court on the island of Koh Samui.
“The verdict has been delivered, both sides have the right to appeal according to Thai law,” Bussakorn added.
When asked about Sancho’s reaction, she said: “He is sad, but we can’t forget the loss of the dead one.”
The court at first sentenced Sancho to death but commuted that to life imprisonment due to his cooperation during the trial, the AP reported, citing Police Col. Paisan Sangthep, deputy commander of the Surat Thani Provincial Police, who attended the hearing.
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Lurid details of Arrieta’s death
Sancho claimed he killed Arrieta, 44, in self-defense and admitted hiding the body but denied destroying the Colombian’s passport.
The trial had testimony that Sancho chopped up Arrieta’s body and put the parts in plastic bags before distributing them around Koh Phangan.
Sancho led police to seven sites where he allegedly disposed of the victim’s dismembered body in plastic bags, CBS News partner network BBC News reported.
While Thailand still has the death penalty for some crimes, including premeditated murder, it rarely carries out executions — the last being in 2018.
Arrieta’s family said before the verdict that they favored a sentence of life imprisonment.
“Let him be left in Thailand so he can take time, all the time that God gives him to live, to think about what he did,” Darling Arrieta, the victim’s sister, said in an HBO documentary about the case.
“He not only dismembered my brother, he dismembered a family.”
Photo by JOSE PERDOMO / AFP via Getty Images
Disputed versions of events
Sancho and Arrieta agreed to meet in person after getting to know each other online.
Sancho’s father said in the same HBO documentary that Arrieta had threatened his son, and then “there was a fight, and in this fight, there was an accident.”
The defense argued that Sancho acted in legitimate self-defense after Arrieta tried to force him to have sex.
“He tried to rape me, and we fought,” Sancho said in a statement quoted by the Spanish daily El Mundo.
Sancho testified that Arrieta fell as they fought and hit his head on a bathtub, lost consciousness and died, the AP reported.
Another lawyer for the victim’s family, Juan Gonzalo Ospina, said in a recent interview with El Mundo that Sancho was living a “false reality.”
Ospina said it was proven at the trial in April that Sancho had bought knives, plastic bags and cleaning supplies before the crime and kept them in the room where the killing took place.
According to IMDB, Rodolfo Sancho has dozens of film and TV credits to his name and starred in “El Ministerio del Tiempo” (“The Ministry of Time”).
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A Washington, D.C., police officer died Wednesday after being shot when a gun he was trying to recover from a storm drain accidently fired, officials said.
The officer, Wayne David, was a member of the Metropolitan Police Department for more than 25 years, said Executive Assistant Chief Jeffery Carroll.
“Wayne is a true hero to the District of Columbia, and today he gave his life to serve the visitors and the residents here,” Carroll said. “We will never forget that.”
Carroll said earlier Wednesday that officers saw someone get out of suspicious vehicle in the Northeast part of the city, take off on foot and jump onto Interstate 295. Officers saw the person throw a gun in a storm drain before fleeing on the back of a motorcycle, he said.
Police were trying to get the gun out of the drain when it went off, striking the officer at least once, Carroll said. Police are searching for the suspect who placed the gun in the drain, he said.
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