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Engadget
2 days ago
- Business
- Engadget
Amazon Prime Day 2025: Everything you need to know about the annual July sales event
This year's Amazon Prime Day is coming soon, so it's a good time to start thinking about the things you'll want to look for once the deal wave hits. Everything from gadgets to clothes to household necessities will be on sale during the event as part of the Prime Day deals, and if you're a Prime member, you'll have access to all of the discounts. Engadget will be surfacing all of the best tech deals we can find, but there are some important things to know ahead of time so you can get exactly what you want out of this year's Prime Day. Amazon Prime Day 2025 will be back this year sometime in July, but the official dates have not been released yet. Prime Day is Amazon's members-only shopping event, which means you'll have to be a Prime subscriber on Prime Day to take advantage of most of the savings. Amazon still offers a 30-day free trial to new Prime subscribers, so you can start your free trial closer to July and participate in the event. Amazon Prime Day typically comes around annually in July. In the last few years, Amazon has also had its "Big Deal Days" in October, which is effectively a second Prime Day and the unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season. Prime subscribers can go to Amazon's site on Prime Day to see all of the exclusive deals they have access to. Prime subscribers do not have to do anything additional to get Prime Day sales: the discounts you see on product pages will show up in your cart automatically. If you're not a Prime subscriber and you go to Amazon to shop on Prime Day, you'll likely see tons of items on sale but only "with Prime;" those discounts will not be available to those who are not active Prime subscribers. If you don't pay for Prime and have no intention of doing so, you should still check out Amazon on Prime Day for sales that are available to all shoppers — there are always a few of them. Plus, it's very likely that other retailers like Target and Best Buy will have their own competing Prime Day sales during that time frame, too. First, make a list. It's best to go into Amazon Prime Day as prepared as possible; that means knowing exactly what you want so you stay focused and avoid distractions. Make note of the most important items you want to pick up on Prime Day ahead of time. You can either do this the old-fashioned way on a sticky note, or you can use Amazon's wish list feature. For the latter, add the items you want to buy on Prime Day to your wish list (or, even better, make a dedicated wishlist with only your Prime Day desirables) and return to that list during the shopping event. Not only will you have everything you want all in one place, but you'll also be able to see which of those items are cheaper on Prime Day than they were when you originally added them to your list. Second, use a price tracker. Sites like CamelCamelCamel and Keepa let you monitor the price of specific items on Amazon. You can check out price history charts and you can make your own price-drop alerts, receiving emails when something you want gets a discount. Both CamelCamelCamel and Keepa also have some browser extensions you can download so you don't have to navigate away from an Amazon product page to check its price history. Amazon Prime Day typically lasts a couple of days, but for the past few years, the company has started pushing out deals well before the event actually kicks off. We anticipate the same happening this year, with early Prime Day deals kicking off possibly as soon as Amazon officially announces the dates of Prime Day 2025. While we wouldn't call the following sales "early Prime Day deals" just yet, they do represent some of the best deals you can get on Amazon right now as we wait for the full details of Prime Day to be revealed. We'll update this list as prices change and as we find even more of the best Amazon deals you can get. Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice .
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Amazon Prime Day 2025: Everything you need to know to find the best deals and save the most money
Here we are again, staring down the barrel of Amazon Prime Day — that glorious, totally not-made-up retail holiday. It's the event that makes wallets open (digitally speaking) and deal hunters sharpen their spears (also digital). It's also when we convince ourselves we absolutely, positively must have a waffle maker that's also a Bluetooth speaker. Sure, Prime Day is a corporate invention, but if it means lower prices on gadgets, gizmos, and essentials you didn't realize were essential, we won't complain. What we will do is help you find the absolute best Prime Day deals — and make sure they're actually deals, not just price-adjusted wanna-bes. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the event, and I've tracked (and shopped) it since the beginning. So read on for some tips to help you max out your 2025 Prime Day savings. Related: Amazon Prime Day 2025 deals are coming in July: The best early deals to shop now and everything else we know Yahoo's Amazon Prime Day portal Prime Day 101 is pretty much the same as Shopping 101: Seek out the biggest percentage price drops before you pull the trigger. But what are those percentages based on? There's the list price, aka MSRP ("manufacturer's suggested retail price"), which is the default price set by the manufacturer — or the Amazon seller, which in many cases is not Amazon. And because those third-party sellers have complete control over the prices shown for any product, they can artificially inflate the list price in order to make the discounted price seem more substantial. Not every seller does this, of course, but it does happen. For example, there are a lot of no-brand robot vacuum cleaners available from Amazon. A common strategy there is for the seller to assign the product a very high list price, at least for a few weeks, then sell it for considerably less — making it seem like you're saving more than you are. Meanwhile, competing models are all priced around that same "sale" price, but seem less attractive by comparison. Amazon has attempted to mitigate this issue on some products by instead listing something it calls the "typical price." Per Amazon, that is "the median price paid on Amazon in the last 90 days, [excluding] prices paid by customers for the product during a limited time deal." It's a nice idea, but it doesn't seem to preclude some third-party sellers from pulling the same inflated discount game, even on name-brand products. Take this 16-inch Dell Inspiron laptop sold by "General Hardware Story." It has a list price from that vendor of a whopping $3,400. It was listed as "71% off" during the Memorial Day sale, when it sold for closer to $1,000. Sounds great until you investigate further. That $3,400 price is an illusion: A pair of on-screen offers — 50% off at checkout, 20% coupon — knocked it down to $1,020 just a day after the Memorial Day sale ended, meaning that supposed giant holiday discount was a mere $20! A little common sense is applicable here: If you're seeing something advertised as 70%, 80% or even 90% off, chances are good it was never really selling for that higher price to begin with. And if it was, it definitely wasn't worth it. So given that the posted discounts don't always line up with reality, how can you determine if a deal is really worth buying? That brings us to tip #2. Knowledge is power, and there's no better knowledge you can have during Prime Day than a product's complete price history. Thankfully, a couple of free tools let you pull back the curtain and see exactly that. Why is this so important? Two reasons. First, as discussed above, you can see if that deal is really a deal or if the discounted price is the "always" price. Second, you can eliminate that sense of urgency from your shopping, because if a product has been discounted like this before, chances are good it will be again. The tools I recommend for this: CamelCamelCamel (so named for the animal's humps, which go up and down — just like prices) and Keepa. Both will show you detailed price-history charts, including the lowest and highest prices on record. Now, the caveat here is that these price trackers will capture the same dramatic price fluctuations based on those sometimes-inflated list prices noted above. But for products with more honest price fluctuations, you can still save by waiting just a few days for a the discount cycle to repeat. A great example: Amazon-branded products like the Kindle, Fire TV Stick and Echo Show. Checking their price histories, I know that they go on sale with almost clockwork regularity (typically once per month). Granted, Prime Day may yield some of the year's lowest prices on those products, but often by only $5 or $10. If this isn't the best time for you to make a purchase, you can always wait for the next discount. To use these tools, you can either search for a product (or copy/paste an Amazon product link) on their respective sites, or install their desktop browser extensions, which make searches much faster and easier. Prefer to shop on your phone? Keepa has mobile apps for Android and iOS. If there's a product you've been eyeballing but don't want to have to keep checking to see if it's on sale, there's an easy, automated solution: Create a price-drop alert so you'll get notified if and when that product hits your desired amount. CamelCamelCamel and Keepa both offer this feature, a great secondary benefit to using them. Here's an example of what that looks like in the former, with Apple AirPods Pro 2 as my desired deal: Obviously this needn't be limited to Prime Day; I use price-drop alerts all the time. As long as you're not in a rush to buy whatever it is, this is the way to make sure you get exactly the discount you want. This may come as a shock, but there are other stores out there. Best Buy, Target, Walmart and other retailers often run competing sale events during Prime Day, matching and sometimes even beating Amazon's prices. Indeed, I think we're all a little hard-wired to believe that Amazon always has the best deals, but that's not always the case. Before you pull the trigger, especially on a large purchase, it's worth taking a minute or two to do some price-comparison shopping. And if I can hop onto my little soapbox for a moment, don't forget to check out local stores as well. Especially bookstores, which can offer a browsing experience and customer service unmatched by Amazon. Some even have loyalty programs or other discounts that might get you close to Amazon pricing. I'd be remiss if I didn't note that Yahoo will be monitoring and sharing all the best Prime Day deals in all the different categories: home, health, kitchen, tech and more. We have teams of experts (I mean it, literal experts!) scouring Amazon for the latest and greatest buys. So if you haven't already, bookmark Yahoo Shopping and Yahoo Tech as your jumping-off points for Prime Day 2025. Although Amazon hasn't officially announced the dates for Prime Day 2025, the retailer has confirmed that the event will take place in July. Historically it happens during the second or third week of the month, though things could be different this year owing to a variety of factors (see below). Needless to say, we'll be watching for the official announcement and updating this story once we get it. My crystal ball is in storage, but it's a good bet this Prime Day might look a bit different from past ones. According to a 2024 AltIndex report, roughly 70% of all goods sold by Amazon come from China — and China is now subject to new tariffs. While things could change between now and July, it seems likely that prices will be higher on many, if not most, of these goods. Interestingly, some of Prime Day's biggest discounts tend to be on Amazon-branded products: Fire TVs and tablets, Kindle e-readers, Echo smart speakers and so on. If Amazon is now paying more to import these devices, will the discounts be less than in previous years? We'll have to wait and see. In recent years, Prime Day has spanned two full days, ending at midnight Pacific Time (3 a.m. ET) the second day. Once we get the confirmed start date and the duration, we'll know exactly when it's expected to end, too. Update May 27, 2025: We expanded the List Price tip to include a second example, and provide more context on how Amazon's "typical price" listing works.
Business Insider
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Memorial Day furniture deals: The best sales from Article, CB2, and Amazon
Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to buy furniture, especially if you're looking to fill out your outdoor space or living room. Retailers of every price point celebrate the long weekend by offering great holiday deals on couches, outdoor sets, dining tables, beds, and much more. That's why I've gathered the best Memorial Day furniture deals for you to browse you've been waiting to buy a new piece for your home, don't hesitate. Many of the best sales are ending today, and the next major sales event likely won't arrive until Amazon Prime Day comes in the summer. Rather than pay full price for these big-ticket items, act on these Memorial Day deals from stores like Revival, CB2, Pottery Barn, Amazon, and Wayfair before they scrolling to find the best furniture deals the holiday has to offer, including my top five discounts from the event overall. For more of today's savings, check out our roundup of the best Memorial Day sales here, including apparel, TVs, appliances, and a deals reporter and editor of many years, this Memorial Day isn't my first rodeo. I've covered my fair share of couches, rugs, desks, and decor, so I'm pretty picky when it comes to my furniture deals. Check out some of my favorites from this year's early Memorial Day furniture discounts below. So far, the sales are solid, meeting some of the best prices we've seen in 2025, though not necessarily all-time lows. This modular outdoor sofa set can be arranged in numerous ways to fit in your backyard space. It's incredibly comfortable and has a strong, durable frame. One of our editor's recently tested this human-sized dog bed, calling it a "dream come true" and "like laying in a supportive cloud." If you want modern outdoor furniture, CB2 covers all bases — from edgy and minimalistic to the industrial-chic and quaint — and there are a few nods to the traditional, too. The Magnus Pro has incredibly thoughtful cable management and supportive add-ons that make it a great choice for gamers, streamers, and anyone who uses multiple monitors and accessories. The Tyler Chair is a classic design that can be customized to fit your space and style, with more than 100 different upholstery options to choose from. This aluminum loveseat is designed with machine washable, fade-resistant fabric that will stand the test of time and the elements on your patio. Designed for tight spaces like small backyards, balconies, and patios, these memory-foam armless chairs look great and lend a great deal of comfort while lounging outside. This brown wicker sectional comes with a round table that's perfect for outdoor gatherings. Article's stackable dining chairs are great for outdoor use and come in several vibrant colors. You can also get them armless or with arms. Whether you need a standalone seat or an addition to your existing outdoor set, this simple yet sophisticated chair has you covered. You can choose between two different wicker colors before adding it to cart. Shop more outdoor furniture deals: Article | Outer | Burrow | The Home Depot Available in dozens of colors and fabrics, the Eliot Sleeper Sectional is a modern classic. In addition to a pull-out bed, it also has plenty of storage for bedding or anything else you might need to stow away. Only lightly curved, Joybird's Amelia sofa is 80 inches long and comes in dozens of colors and several fabric types (some of which cost extra). The frame is a mix of engineered wood and kiln-dried solid wood. Modular sofas are beloved for their versatility and ability to shift, shrink, and grow according to your space or desired shape. This roomy U-shape sectional includes four seats and two ottomans. Bonus, there is hidden storage space under each seat and all the covers are machine-washable. The ultimate statement piece, Article's Sven series comes in fabric, leather, or colorful velvet. The anti-crush velvet is easy to clean and will look beautiful for years to come. With several colors similarly discounted from Wayfair, this is a rare chance to pick up a stylish armchair for your living room to match your current decor. The Hoboken Tufted Arm Chair is made with solid wood and a shallow seat, so it's sturdy and not too soft. Shop more couch and sofa deals: Benchmade Modern | Joybird | Article | West Elm You can't beat the simplicity and ease of ordering a dining set. This Signature Design by Ashley has a rustic, farmhouse feel to it and is amply sized with seating for six. Pottery Barn's 48-inch Abbott Concrete Round Dining Table is suitable for indoors and outdoors and is made of concrete and acacia wood. It offers a unique and blocky design that makes a statement wherever you use it. This solid wood dining table with a black base oozes mid-century modern appeal and comfortable seats up to six people. The Wynn Ladderback chair has a timeless design, is impeccably made, and is still available in black to match your decor. Made of walnut wood veneer with gray fabric upholstery, Armen Living's dining chair recreates the midcentury-modern look. They come in three different colors for you to choose the best fit for your home. Shop more dining furniture deals: CB2 | West Elm | The Home Depot This Allewie storage bed has four sliding drawers for ample storage, easy assembly, and a stylish, timeless design. It has over 8,000 5-star ratings, so we have a good feeling about this bed. It's available in full, queen, and king. This upholstered wingback platform bed frame oozes sophistication but at a very accessible price point. It's available in five colors and full, queen, and king bed sizes. The curved fabric headboard of Article's Uden gives a cozy, enveloping feeling to the bed. It's available in an earthy green color and off-white. Saatva's upholstered bed frames are inspired by international cities from Copenhagen to Sydney. Each frame is handcrafted with sustainably sourced hardwood kiln-dried for extra durability. The regal upholstered Amalfi with a high headboard is available standard or with storage. The Silk & Snow Wooden Bed Frame is a reasonably priced bed frame made of sustainable wood that doesn't require any tools or screws for assembly. You can also add on a headboard design, too. Shop more bed frame deals: Amazon | Wayfair | Saatva About four feet long, this faux wood desk has plenty of space to spread out work or school supplies, plus drawers to store them away. The Bedford Writing Desk is a well-made piece of furniture with a classic design, and it features a two- or three-drawer cabinet on one side for all your storage needs. The no-frills Flexispot Standing Desk moves quickly, smoothly, and quietly to reach your desired height. It's an affordable option for people who need a basic standing desk. Burrow's attractive CoPilot Standing Desk features a hardwood top with a drawer compartment that's roomy enough to fit a 17' laptop and easily adjusts to your desired height, up to 48' whether sitting or standing. The Kimupa White Office Chair features a footrest and several comfort adjustments for a custom feel. Its 400-pound weight capacity is more than most office chairs. Shop more office furniture deals: Flexispot | Burrow | Secretlab Rugs USA offers thousands of rugs in a variety of styles and price points, and they're made from high-quality materials that hold up very well over time. The texture on this handmade rug can help elevate your space. It's also stain-resistant and fair trade. Ruggable's Celestine rug is vintage-inspired but made with a machine-washable material, so it's easy to clean. Its thin, so it's easy to ripple with foot traffic or vacuuming, but it's a good option for pet owners. Kamran Coral Rug blends a brilliant palette of sophisticated colors with a classic, Persian-inspired design. Inspired by traditional Heriz rugs, this rug features a bold geometric pattern with a large medallion and ornate border. It's tinted in stone blue and coral red rug, purposefully distressed for that weathered, rustic look. With a more faded and subtle look, this rug gives a warm and homey feel. Plus, it's sustainably sourced and fair trade certified. Shop more rug deals: Ruggable | Revival | Rugs USAMany retailers like Anthropologie, Ballard Designs, and more are offering Memorial Day deals both online and in-store. But keep in mind that the in-store selection may be limited or sell out faster, so you may have better luck online. Some brands are also offering online exclusive deals that may be more enticing than what you'll find in retailer has a different end date for its sale, but many will end shortly after the holiday, which falls on Monday, May 26. Also, keep in mind that certain items, colors, or fabrics are likely to sell out before the sale actually ends, so getting your shopping in early is your best Day furniture deals offer some of the best discounts we see all year, rivaled only by the ones we see during Black Friday. Now's a great time to shop, especially if you want to refresh your outdoor furniture setup in time for our WhatsApp channel on mobile to stay up to date on deals and buying guides from the Reviews team.
Engadget
4 days ago
- Business
- Engadget
The best Memorial Day tech sales from Amazon, Apple, Samsung, Dyson and others that you can get today
Billy Steele for Engadget It might surprise you, but Memorial Day can be a great time to shop for tech. In years past, we've seen solid Memorial Day sales on all manner of gadgets including many of our favorite tablets, headphones, charging accessories, robot vacuums and more. That's on top of all the seasonal items that usually gets discounted at this time like smart grills and grilling gear, pizza ovens and outdoor you're on the market for any of those things, now's a good time to shop. Memorial Day sales are live, and we expect them to be live at least through the end of the day today. Below, we've collected all of the best Memorial Day tech deals we could find for 2025, and we'll continue to update this post with the latest offers. We'd be remiss if we didn't mention Amazon Prime Day, though. The biggest iteration of the online retailer's annual shopping event typically happens in July, and Amazon confirmed it will be back again this year (although official dates remain unknown). Tech is usually heavily discounted on Prime Day for Prime members, so if you're unsure about a purchase, you could take the chance and wait a little while longer to see if that pair of earbuds you've been eyeing drops even further in price during Prime Day. If not, Memorial Day offers the next best opportunity this time of year to save on gadgets and gear. Peacock Premium (one year) for $25 ($55 off): The latest Peacock deal gives you one year of the Premium membership for only $25 when you use the code SPRINGSAVINGS at checkout. This ad-supported tier gives you access to some live sports content and more than 50 always-on channels, as well as the whole library of on-demand TV shows and movies Peacock has to offer. The deal runs through May 30. MasterClass (one-year) for $72 (40 percent off): MasterClass' Memorial Day sale discounts one-year subscriptions by 40 percent, which brings the most affordable tier down to $6/month or $72 for the whole year. With the Standard plan, you get access to over 200 classes that you can watch on one device while connected to the internet. For offline and multi-device access, consider one of the higher subscription tiers that are also on sale. ProtonVPN (two years) for $81 (66 percent off): ProtonVPN two-year plans are 66 percent off and down to only $81 right now. You'll save more than $150 on the total cost of the subscription with this deal, and in addition to VPN coverage for all your devices, you also get access to features that let you block ads, malware and other trackers. Best Buy Memorial Day sale: Running through May 26, this sale includes big discounts on laptops, TVs, wearables, appliances and more. Standout deals include the Bose QuietComfort headphones for $229, a 75-inch LG 4K TV for $480 and the GoPro Hero 11 Mini for $130. Ooni Memorial Day sale — 20 percent off almost everything: Most of Ooni's pizza ovens are on sale for Memorial Day, including the second-gen Karu 2, which is down to $319 from $399. The company's indoor electric pizza oven, the Volt 12, is also included in the sale: you can grab it for $629 instead of the usual $899. Anker On-the-Go sale — up to 50 percent off for members: It's free to sign up as an Anker member, and then you can get up to half off charging gear during this sale. For example, the Anker Prime 20K 200W power bank normally costs $130, but members can get it for $80 right now. Members will also get free gifts with some purchases, like a free 100W USB-C to C cable when you spend $79 or more. Sonos Memorial Day sale —25 percent off portable speakers: You can save up to 25 percent on Sonos portable speakers right now, including the Move 2 and the Roam 2. The former is the more powerful of the two, with an IP56-rated design, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and up to 24 hours of playback time. The Roam 2, on the other hand, will be easier to toss in your bag before heading to the beach, plus it has an IP67-rated design, Wi-Fi connectivity and 10 hours of playtime. PopSocket Memorial Day sale — up to 50 percent off: Through May 26, you can get half off some PopSocket grips, cases, wallets, mounts and more. There's a lot of variety in the styles on sale, so you'll likely be able to find something that fits your personal taste. Tons of MagSafe grips and cases are included, as well as MagSafe wallet accessories, too. Apple AirTags (four-pack) for $75 (24 percent off): iPhone owners will appreciate how easy it is to keep track of things like wallets, keys, handbags and more with AirTags. These Bluetooth trackers monitor the location of your belongings so you can check in on them using the Find My app. Those with newer iPhones can also use UWB technology to get turn-by-turn directions to find their stuff when the AirTag is within close range. Apple Magic Mouse (USB-C) for $68 (14 percent off): Apple's Magic Mouse has a multi-touch surface that lets you swipe and scroll easily, and it connects quickly to your Mac over Bluetooth. This latest models charges up over USB-C, and you can even connect it to the USB-C port on your Mac when it needs more juice. Apple Watch Series 10 for $299 ($100 off): The latest Apple Watch is the best smartwatch for most people thanks to its always-on OLED display, accurate and continuous activity tracking, solid workout tracking capabilities and handy features provided by watchOS 11. MacBook Air (M4, 13-inch) for $849 ($150 off with discount and coupon): Our top pick for the best laptop for most people, the latest MacBook Air has an impressively thin design and performance to match thanks to the M4 chipset. It also has excellent battery life and a comfortable keyboard-and-trackpad combo. Apple iPad Air (M3, 13-inch) for $699 ($100 off): This is the larger version of our top pick for the best iPad for most people. Recently updated with the M3 chipset, the latest iPad Air is extra speedy and powerful, plus it now has a better display than before and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. If you're looking for a big-screen iPad but don't want to pay top dollar, this is the most budget-friendly option available. Apple Pencil Pro for $99 (23 percent off): If you have a new iPad Pro or iPad Air, this is the best Apple Pencil to get. It has a built-in gyroscope, supports squeeze gestures and pressure sensitivity and still magnetically attaches to the side of iPads for charging and safe keeping. Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $298 (25 percent off): The XM6 headphones just came out, but the XM5 were our top pick for the best wireless headphones for years before that. Nothing else really comes close to Sony's XM lineup, and the XM5 remain excellent headphones today with great ANC, a lovely sound profile, good battery life, multi-device connectivity and more. ThermoWorks ThermaPen One for $76 (30 percent off): We've long been fans of the ThermaPen One, so much so that it's reserved a spot on our best grilling gear list for a number of years. It provides accurate food temperature readings within a second or so, and its display is now brighter than the previous model. The screen will also auto-rotate depending on how you're holding the ThermaPen, so it'll be easier to read. ThermoWorks RFX starter kit (four-probe) for $349 ($86 off): ThermoWorks' new smart grill probe is accurate and reliable, and the starter kit includes everything you need to get grilling immediately. We gave it a score of 92 in our review and declared that "the company simply does not miss." Thermacell E-Series rechargeable mosquito repeller for $32 (20 percent off): Thermacell devices have long been some of our favorite outdoor gear, and the E-series is compact but powerful. It'll keep mosquitos away within its 20-foot range and now it comes with a fast-charging dock. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $1,049 (19 percent off): Our top pick for the best premium Android phone, the S25 Ultra has everything a tech-lover would want in a smartphone. It has excellent performance and battery life, a stunning display, a slimmer overall design and a new 50MP ultra wide sensor in the rear camera array. Samsung Type-C flash drive (512GB) for $50 (23 percent off): This high-capacity flash drive supports read speeds up to 400MB/s and works on a variety of devices including laptops and smartphones. In addition to having a five-year warranty, this flash drive is waterproof, shock-proof, magnet-proof, temperature-proof and X-ray-proof. Samsung 24-inch Essential monitor S30GD for $100 (23 percent off): This 1080p IPS display has a 100Hz refresh rate and can be adjusted via tilting. Its design is pretty slim with thin bezels, and it connect to your computer via HDMI port. Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum for $350 (26 percent off): The V8 is a great entry-level Dyson that boasts 40 minutes of runtime, two power modes, a motorbar cleaner head that works on all kinds of flooring and four additional cleaning attachments. Also available at Dyson in the Absolute model. Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum for $800 ($200 off): One of our top picks for the best robot vacuums, the 360 Vis Nav has the strongest suction of any robovac we've tested, and it has excellent obstacle avoidance. It may not come with a self-emptying base, but it does the basics of a robot vacuum arguably better than most others. Also available at Amazon, Best Buy and QVC. Amazon Fire TV Stick HD for $20 (43 percent off): The top budget pick in our best streaming devices guide, this latest model of the Fire TV Stick HD is an easy way to update an aging TV with streaming smarts. It supports HD video and all major streaming services, plus the updated remote can now control your TV's power and volume. Blink Mini 2 (two-pack) for $38 (46 percent off): These are some of the best security cameras if you're looking for something cheap and only need basic functionality. They record 1080p video and send motion alerts to your phone, plus they work with Alexa voice commands. Blink Mini 2 cams are wired, but they can be placed outside with the right weather-resistant power adapter. Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras, 5 camera system for $200 (50 percent off): This pack-up includes give weather-resistant Blink Outdoor 4 cameras plus a Sync Module 2 to connect them all. These are some of our favorite security cameras thanks to their wireless design, accurate and speedy motion alerts and the ability to save footage locally when you use a thumb drive with the Sync Module 2. Ring Battery Doorbell for $55 (45 percent off): This 2024 battery-powered Ring video doorbell records 1440p video, sends motion alerts to your phone and supports two-way talk, live view and quick replies. It powers up via USB-C, and it can be installed with or without hardwiring it to your existing doorbell setup. Lenovo ThinkVision 23.8-inch Monitor T24i-30 for $139 (59 percent off): This FHD IPS panel has a three-side, NearEdgeless bezel design and can be adjusted via tilt, lift, swivel and pivot. In addition to four USB-A ports for connecting peripherals, it also supports a number of display connections including HDMI, DP and VGA. iRobot Combo Essential robot vacuum for $150 ($125 off): This is a great entry-level robot vacuum that has the added convenience of being a mopping machine, too. It'll suck up dirt, debris and pet hair while it vacuums, and you can use the included water reservoir when you want to mop hard floors. Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum cleaner for $150 (25 percent off): A top budget pick in our best cordless vacuums guide, this Levoit machine has a single-button start, tackles debris and pet hair with ease and it has a lightweight design that can be easily disassembled for convenient storage. Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds for $45 ($35 off): Our top pick for the best budget wireless earbuds, the Space A40 punch above their weight in almost every way. They have excellent ANC, a good sound profile overall, a comfortable fit, multi-device connectivity and wireless charging support. Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Robot Vacuum and Mop for $700 (30 percent off): A version of one of our favorite robot vacuums, this Shark machine can vacuum and mop floors for you. Its self-emptying base station holds up to 30 days worth of debris, and it has a refill tank for the mopping reservoir as well. Nori Press steam iron for $90 (25 percent off): This is essentially a flat iron for your clothes with six fabric settings to get the wrinkles out of your clothes. It was one of the things on our staff wishlist during the 2024 holiday season, and it would make a great gift for apartment dwellers who don't have the space for a full ironing board, or those who travel often and need their clothes to look fresh. Tineco Pure ONE S11 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for $140 ($60 off with coupon): Our top budget pick among the best cordless vacuums, this Tineco machine offers good suction and a relatively lightweight design at a great price. It also includes the company's iLoop smart sensor, which will auto-adjust suction power as you clean. Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice .
Engadget
6 days ago
- Business
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Best Memorial Day tech sales from Amazon, Apple, Samsung, Dyson and others
It might surprise you, but Memorial Day can be a great time to shop for tech. In years past, we've seen solid Memorial Day sales on all manner of gadgets including many of our favorite tablets, headphones, charging accessories, robot vacuums and more. That's on top of all the seasonal items that usually gets discounted at this time like smart grills and grilling gear, pizza ovens and outdoor you're on the market for any of those things, now's a good time to shop. Memorial Day sales are live, and there's a good chance they'll be available until the holiday weekend has passed. Below, we've collected all of the best Memorial Day tech deals we could find for 2025, and we'll continue to update this post with the latest offers. We'd be remiss if we didn't mention Amazon Prime Day, though. The biggest iteration of the online retailer's annual shopping event typically happens in July, and Amazon confirmed it will be back again this year (although official dates remain unknown). Tech is usually heavily discounted on Prime Day for Prime members, so if you're unsure about a purchase, you could take the chance and wait a little while longer to see if that pair of earbuds you've been eyeing drops even further in price during Prime Day. If not, Memorial Day offers the next best opportunity this time of year to save on gadgets and gear. Peacock Premium (one year) for $25 ($55 off): The latest Peacock deal gives you one year of the Premium membership for only $25 when you use the code SPRINGSAVINGS at checkout. This ad-supported tier gives you access to some live sports content and more than 50 always-on channels, as well as the whole library of on-demand TV shows and movies Peacock has to offer. The deal runs through May 30. MasterClass (one-year) for $72 (40 percent off): MasterClass' Memorial Day sale discounts one-year subscriptions by 40 percent, which brings the most affordable tier down to $6/month or $72 for the whole year. With the Standard plan, you get access to over 200 classes that you can watch on one device while connected to the internet. For offline and multi-device access, consider one of the higher subscription tiers that are also on sale. ProtonVPN (two years) for $81 (66 percent off): ProtonVPN two-year plans are 66 percent off and down to only $81 right now. You'll save more than $150 on the total cost of the subscription with this deal, and in addition to VPN coverage for all your devices, you also get access to features that let you block ads, malware and other trackers. Best Buy Memorial Day sale: Running through May 26, this sale includes big discounts on laptops, TVs, wearables, appliances and more. Standout deals include the Bose QuietComfort headphones for $229, a 75-inch LG 4K TV for $480 and the GoPro Hero 11 Mini for $130. Ooni Memorial Day sale — 20 percent off almost everything: Most of Ooni's pizza ovens are on sale for Memorial Day, including the second-gen Karu 2, which is down to $319 from $399. The company's indoor electric pizza oven, the Volt 12, is also included in the sale: you can grab it for $629 instead of the usual $899. Sonos Memorial Day sale —25 percent off portable speakers: You can save up to 25 percent on Sonos portable speakers right now, including the Move 2 and the Roam 2. The former is the more powerful of the two, with an IP56-rated design, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and up to 24 hours of playback time. The Roam 2, on the other hand, will be easier to toss in your bag before heading to the beach, plus it has an IP67-rated design, Wi-Fi connectivity and 10 hours of playtime. Anker On-the-Go sale — up to 50 percent off for members: It's free to sign up as an Anker member, and then you can get up to half off charging gear during this sale. For example, the Anker Prime 20K 200W power bank normally costs $130, but members can get it for $80 right now. Members will also get free gifts with some purchases, like a free 100W USB-C to C cable when you spend $79 or more. PopSocket Memorial Day sale — up to 50 percent off: Through May 26, you can get half off some PopSocket grips, cases, wallets, mounts and more. There's a lot of variety in the styles on sale, so you'll likely be able to find something that fits your personal taste. Tons of MagSafe grips and cases are included, as well as MagSafe wallet accessories, too. Apple AirTags (four-pack) for $75 (24 percent off): iPhone owners will appreciate how easy it is to keep track of things like wallets, keys, handbags and more with AirTags. These Bluetooth trackers monitor the location of your belongings so you can check in on them using the Find My app. Those with newer iPhones can also use UWB technology to get turn-by-turn directions to find their stuff when the AirTag is within close range. Apple iPad Air (M3, 13-inch) for $699 ($100 off): This is the larger version of our top pick for the best iPad for most people. Recently updated with the M3 chipset, the latest iPad Air is extra speedy and powerful, plus it now has a better display than before and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. If you're looking for a big-screen iPad but don't want to pay top dollar, this is the most budget-friendly option available. Apple Watch Series 10 for $299 ($100 off): The latest Apple Watch is the best smartwatch for most people thanks to its always-on OLED display, accurate and continuous activity tracking, solid workout tracking capabilities and handy features provided by watchOS 11. MacBook Air (M4, 13-inch) for $899 ($100 off): Our top pick for the best laptop for most people, the latest MacBook Air has an impressively thin design and performance to match thanks to the M4 chipset. It also has excellent battery life and a comfortable keyboard-and-trackpad combo. Apple Pencil Pro for $99 (23 percent off): If you have a new iPad Pro or iPad Air, this is the best Apple Pencil to get. It has a built-in gyroscope, supports squeeze gestures and pressure sensitivity and still magnetically attaches to the side of iPads for charging and safe keeping. Nori Press steam iron for $90 (25 percent off): This is essentially a flat iron for your clothes with six fabric settings to get the wrinkles out of your clothes. It was one of the things on our staff wishlist during the 2024 holiday season, and it would make a great gift for apartment dwellers who don't have the space for a full ironing board, or those who travel often and need their clothes to look fresh. ThermoWorks ThermaPen One for $76 (30 percent off): We've long been fans of the ThermaPen One, so much so that it's reserved a spot on our best grilling gear list for a number of years. It provides accurate food temperature readings within a second or so, and its display is now brighter than the previous model. The screen will also auto-rotate depending on how you're holding the ThermaPen, so it'll be easier to read. ThermoWorks RFX starter kit (four-probe) for $349 ($86 off): ThermoWorks' new smart grill probe is accurate and reliable, and the starter kit includes everything you need to get grilling immediately. We gave it a score of 92 in our review and declared that "the company simply does not miss." Thermacell E-Series rechargeable mosquito repeller for $32 (20 percent off): Thermacell devices have long been some of our favorite outdoor gear, and the E-series is compact but powerful. It'll keep mosquitos away within its 20-foot range and now it comes with a fast-charging dock. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $1,049 (19 percent off): Our top pick for the best premium Android phone, the S25 Ultra has everything a tech-lover would want in a smartphone. It has excellent performance and battery life, a stunning display, a slimmer overall design and a new 50MP ultra wide sensor in the rear camera array. Samsung Type-C flash drive (512GB) for $50 (23 percent off): This high-capacity flash drive supports read speeds up to 400MB/s and works on a variety of devices including laptops and smartphones. In addition to having a five-year warranty, this flash drive is waterproof, shock-proof, magnet-proof, temperature-proof and X-ray-proof. Samsung 24-inch Essential monitor S30GD for $100 (23 percent off): This 1080p IPS display has a 100Hz refresh rate and can be adjusted via tilting. Its design is pretty slim with thin bezels, and it connect to your computer via HDMI port. Anker Soundcore Space A40 earbuds for $45 ($35 off): Our top pick for the best budget wireless earbuds, the Space A40 punch above their weight in almost every way. They have excellent ANC, a good sound profile overall, a comfortable fit, multi-device connectivity and wireless charging support. Dyson V8 Plus cordless vacuum for $350 (26 percent off): The V8 is a great entry-level Dyson that boasts 40 minutes of runtime, two power modes, a motorbar cleaner head that works on all kinds of flooring and four additional cleaning attachments. Also available at Dyson in the Absolute model. Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum for $800 ($200 off): One of our top picks for the best robot vacuums, the 360 Vis Nav has the strongest suction of any robovac we've tested, and it has excellent obstacle avoidance. It may not come with a self-emptying base, but it does the basics of a robot vacuum arguably better than most others. Also available at Amazon, Best Buy and QVC. Amazon Fire TV Stick HD for $20 (43 percent off): The top budget pick in our best streaming devices guide, this latest model of the Fire TV Stick HD is an easy way to update an aging TV with streaming smarts. It supports HD video and all major streaming services, plus the updated remote can now control your TV's power and volume. Ring Battery Doorbell for $55 (45 percent off): This 2024 battery-powered Ring video doorbell records 1440p video, sends motion alerts to your phone and supports two-way talk, live view and quick replies. It powers up via USB-C, and it can be installed with or without hardwiring it to your existing doorbell setup. Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras, 5 camera system for $200 (50 percent off): This pack-up includes give weather-resistant Blink Outdoor 4 cameras plus a Sync Module 2 to connect them all. These are some of our favorite security cameras thanks to their wireless design, accurate and speedy motion alerts and the ability to save footage locally when you use a thumb drive with the Sync Module 2. Lenovo ThinkVision 23.8-inch Monitor T24i-30 for $183 (46 percent off): This FHD IPS panel has a three-side, NearEdgeless bezel design and can be adjusted via tilt, lift, swivel and pivot. In addition to four USB-A ports for connecting peripherals, it also supports a number of display connections including HDMI, DP and VGA. iRobot Combo Essential robot vacuum for $150 ($125 off): This is a great entry-level robot vacuum that has the added convenience of being a mopping machine, too. It'll suck up dirt, debris and pet hair while it vacuums, and you can use the included water reservoir when you want to mop hard floors. Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch Robot Vacuum and Mop for $700 (30 percent off): A version of one of our favorite robot vacuums, this Shark machine can vacuum and mop floors for you. Its self-emptying base station holds up to 30 days worth of debris, and it has a refill tank for the mopping reservoir as well. Levoit LVAC-200 cordless vacuum cleaner for $150 (25 percent off): A top budget pick in our best cordless vacuums guide, this Levoit machine has a single-button start, tackles debris and pet hair with ease and it has a lightweight design that can be easily disassembled for convenient storage. Tineco Pure ONE S11 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for $140 ($60 off with coupon): Our top budget pick among the best cordless vacuums, this Tineco machine offers good suction and a relatively lightweight design at a great price. It also includes the company's iLoop smart sensor, which will auto-adjust suction power as you clean. Follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice .
