Prime Day | The VergeThe Verge is about technology and how it makes us feel. Founded in 2011, we offer our audience everything from breaking news to reviews to award-winning features and investigations, on our site, in video, and in podcasts.2026-10-04T17:19:02+00:00https://www.theverge.com/rss/amazon-prime-day-deals-tech/index.xmlhttps://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/verge-rss-large_80b47e.png?w=150&h=150&crop=1Cameron Faulkner<![CDATA[The best early October Prime Day deals happening now]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9994472026-10-04T13:19:02-04:002026-10-04T13:18:00-04:00
It’s not even October yet and Amazon is already offering some Prime Big Deal Day discounts on its own hardware, along with plenty of other popular products. It’s all to hype up October Prime Day, which starts October 6th at 3AM ET and lasts through 3AM ET on the 8th if you’re on the East Coast (12AM PT).
October Prime Day offers a glimpse of deals that will likely be available again during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. So, with the holiday shopping season officially underway, you can get some of your shopping out of the way before things get busier as we approach the holidays.
The most recent update to this post on October 4th was a big one. There are several deals from Apple and Beats, plus Kindle-related ones from Amazon, to name a few. Previously, we added a couple of Bose speakers and Belkin charging products. This post will be updated ahead of October 6th as new deals become available.
Belkin Charging Case Pro
While it won’t charge your Switch 2 any faster than the cheaper Belkin option, the clever battery-meets-kickstand with a built-in display simply looks better.
The Nex Playground is a motion-controlled console that connects to your TV and uses a built-in camera and AI to track your movements as you play. Designed for ages five and up, it comes with games like Fruit Ninja and Whack-a-Mole Deluxe. You can download more games, including titles featuring popular characters like Elmo, with a paid Play Pass subscription.
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is Amazon’s first note-taking e-reader with a color screen. It features an 11-inch display, a slimmer design, an improved interface, an updated stylus, and a new AI-powered search feature that can quickly summarize documents.
The third-gen Kindle Scribe 32GB is even bigger than its 10.2-inch predecessor; it offers an 11-inch display with 300ppi resolution and the same great battery life that Kindles are known for.
The seventh-gen iPad Mini comes with Apple’s A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. It’s also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro and offers faster Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds. Read our review.
Powered by Apple’s new M5 chip, the latest MacBook Airs are more powerful than prior models and offer double the base storage (512GB). They also support faster wireless standards, specifically Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Read our review.
Despite the familiar design, there were plenty of upgrades in the latest Studio Pro, including noise cancellation, transparency mode, and lossless USB-C audio. Here’s our review.
The latest Powerbeats Pro are a no-brainer for athletes. They pack fantastic sound and thumping bass, along with active noise cancellation, IPX4 water resistance, and heart rate monitoring. Read our review.
A new version of the Fit Pro wireless earbuds, which are upgraded with a redesigned wing tip that Beats says is 20 percent more flexible, a smaller case, and other advantages.
Roku’s latest Ultra streamer has built-in ethernet, a rechargeable voice remote with backlit buttons, and AirPlay 2 support. You can also control it with Amazon Alexa through a compatible smart speaker. The Roku Channel app lets you stream over 400 free live TV stations, plus exclusive movies like Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.
Roku’s Streaming Stick Plus supports 4K playback and features a slim design, so it won’t block nearby ports. It plugs straight into your TV’s HDMI port and can be powered by your TV’s USB port, so you don’t need an additional plug. It also comes with Roku’s Voice Remote, giving you hands-free control.
The 16GB Kindle Colorsoft is Amazon’s latest color e-reader. It features a 7-inch 300ppi screen, an adjustable frontlight, and a battery that can last up to eight weeks.
The 2024 version of the Paperwhite is steeply discounted, and nearly identical to the latest model. The Signature Edition includes double the storage (to 32GB), no ads, and wireless charging. Read our review.
While the Max is an awesome, powerful speaker, the Plus packs a ton of performance into a more portable form factor. It has an IP67 rating, and it’s easy to clean, too. Read our review.
Bose’s SoundLink Max improves on the smaller Flex with true stereo sound — and very powerful sound at that. It’s got a removable handle for easy transport, and there’s an aux input for playing audio when you want to listen at a higher quality than what Bluetooth can deliver. Read our review.
An affordable color-accurate monitor that can easily connect to a MacBook or Windows machine that has USB-C video support. It’s a good price for a fully-featured 1440p monitor.
A slick 2-in-1 charger that can charge your magnet-friendly iPhone or Pixel at a relatively speedy pace. Its extra charging pad supports AirPods, the Apple Watch, and other Qi-ready accessories.
At more than half-off, the second-gen version is a good deal if you want 2K video and easy installation. However, its battery is built-in, so you’ll need to disconnect the doorbell to charge via USB-C.
Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Plus carpet cleaner
Bissell’s Little Green is handy, but doesn’t cut it for big jobs. If you have pets and a lot of carpet to clean, this is one of the most powerful upright carpet cleaners in its price range.
This model requires wired power, and provides 2K resolution (with AI tuning) and 6x digital zoom. It’s bright (2,000 lumens), and provides a loud alarm if you need to use it.
The highest-end battery-powered option of the lineup. It can record in 4K with 10x digital zoom, and its battery can be swapped for another as it recharges.
The eight-inch tablet with lockscreen ads has 4GB RAM (respectable for streaming apps and mobile games), plus 64GB of storage and a microSD slot for viewing locally-stored media. This model doesn’t support Google Play Store, though it’s easy to sideload it.
The X12 OmniCyclone uses AI to identify and blast stains to help ensure they’re properly cleaned with minimal passes. It includes a dock, which empties the vac, washes its rolling mop with heated, pressurized water, and refills its reservoirs.
The panning and tilting accessory gives the Blink Mini some new powers, including 360-degree control via the Blink app. Also included is the camera, which is usually $25 by itself.
The latest version of Amazon’s zippy Fire TV Stick 4K streams in 4K resolution, as its name suggests, and features support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Atmos / Vision, and HDR10 Plus.
Amazon’s highest-end streaming stick supports Wi-Fi 6E and offers double the storage of its predecessor. It also displays widgets and artwork when idle, while continuing to offer a terrific selection of streaming apps. Plus, it runs on the new and improved Fire TV OS, which makes it easier to find something to watch.
The hybrid Echo and Fire TV is faster than its predecessor with extensive hands-free voice control capabilities, support for Wi-Fi 6E, and excellent performance. Read our review.
Amazon’s smart speaker-meets-alarm clock has a 2.83-inch squared-off display for showing the time, weather, album art, and other bits of info you may want at your bedside. Unlike the original, there’s no camera to worry about having in your bedroom — though it does have a mutable mic for Alexa voice controls. Read our review.
The Echo Dot Max is an elegant redesign of Amazon’s orb-shaped smart speaker, with high-quality knit fabric, a flat face, a new LED ring, and touch controls. It’s the first Echo Dot with Amazon’s improved two-way speaker system and support for its new AI-powered assistant, Alexa Plus, which is enabled out of the box.
Amazon’s Echo Dot is an affordable way to add a smart speaker to your space. The small, powerful speaker offers surprisingly robust sound, and it’s great for controlling smart home devices, including those compatible with Matter. The Dot also offers faster response times than its predecessor, and it can act as an extender for an Eero Wi-Fi system. Read our review.
The Echo Show 11 features an 11-inch screen and 1080p resolution. It includes Alexa Plus and can be used as a smart home hub with support Thread, Matter, and Zigbee smart home protocols. Read our review.
The new year is the perfect time to reset your routines and get organized, and the Echo Show 15 is a great tool for doing just that. Designed to function as a shared household hub, it keeps calendars, schedules, reminders, to-do lists, and notes visible at a glance, making it easier to keep on top of things. As an Alexa-enabled smart display, you can also add events by voice and control compatible smart home devices.
Eero’s Pro 6E mesh router is the Amazon-owned company’s last-gen model. It supports the 6GHz Wi-Fi band with speeds of up to 1.3Gbps and covers up to 2,000 square feet with one unit. Wired speeds can go up to 2.5Gbps. Read our review.
Similar to LG’s rollable StanbyME display, the Movingstyle Essential is a 32-inch 4K display on a base that’s height-adjustable (and supports swiveling, pivoting and tilting). Unlike LG’s model, though, this one has no built-in battery.
With high suction power, an improved brush system, and the ability to scale thresholds up to 6cm, the X50 Ultra stands out as a great robot vacuum and mop hybrid.
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Cameron Faulkner<![CDATA[The AirPods Pro 3 are a fantastic deal at $179]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=10042422026-10-04T08:37:02-04:002026-10-04T09:00:00-04:00
AirPods Pro 3 | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge
It’s been a while since we’ve seen a good discount on the Apple AirPods Pro 3, but like the latest iPad Mini and the M5 MacBook Airs, a great one is happening now for October Prime Day. You can snag a pair of the noise-canceling earbuds that include five ear tip sizes, live translation, and fantastic sound for $179 at Amazon (originally $249). I expect other retailers to offer a similar price in the coming days.
This is the first time the price has gone below $190 since Prime Day in June. Since then, Apple launched the AirPods 5, and the most feature-complete version with a wireless charging case costs $149.99. Those are great if you prefer earbuds that don’t form a seal in your ears, but for everyone else, the AirPods Pro 3 are a much better value at just $30 more right now.
AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better bass, and fairly accurate heart rate sensors. Read our review.
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Brad Bourque<![CDATA[The MacBook Air M5 is $200 off for the first time in months]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=10008322026-10-04T08:34:01-04:002026-10-04T08:34:01-04:00
Pictured: The 15-inch Apple MacBook Air. | Photo: Antonio G. Di Benedetto / The Verge
Amazon’s October Prime Day has effectively chopped off Apple’s June price increases. Usually $1,299, the 13-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip and 512GB of storage is on sale for $1,099 at Amazon. That’s a more palatable price for a machine that’s significantly faster than Apple’s $699 MacBook Neo.
The 15-inch version, also with 512GB of storage, is $1,299 at Amazon (was $1,499). In addition to the larger screen, it has two additional speakers, for a total of six, and two additional GPU cores for better overall graphical performance.
Apple MacBook Air (M5)
Apple’s 2026 MacBook Air has an M5 chip and starts with 512GB of storage that’s significantly faster than previous generations. It’s still as excellent as ever despite a higher base price. Read our review.
The latest update to Apple’s midrange laptop includes a noticeable improvement to the speed of both the processor and storage. Even without flashy new features compared to the last-gen model, it’s still one of our favorite laptops, thanks to its long battery life, bright screen, and excellent speakers.
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Brad Bourque<![CDATA[The iPad Mini is slightly cheaper again during Prime Day]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=10003232026-10-04T08:31:50-04:002026-10-04T08:31:50-04:00
Apple’s iPad Mini is temporarily on sale for its old price. | Photo: David Pierce / The Verge
This base configuration of this tablet often sold for around $400 throughout 2025, so we get it if $500 for a tablet from late 2024 is still too much. But it’s the best price since late June, and if there’s a new version coming out later this year, it might be significantly more expensive.
iPad Mini (2024)
The seventh-gen iPad Mini comes with Apple’s A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. It’s also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro and offers faster Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds. Read our review.
We reviewed this version of the iPad Mini when it launched in 2024, and while we appreciated the processor upgrade and Apple Intelligence features, it felt lacking in some of the quality-of-life improvements found in the larger iPads that launched around the same time.
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Sheena Vasani<![CDATA[Prime Day is almost over, but these are still the best Apple deals I’ve seen]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9493502026-06-26T22:56:58-04:002026-06-26T22:56:52-04:00
Amazon’s Prime Day is now in its final hours, but whether you’re looking for a new pair of wireless earbuds or a smartwatch, there’s a good chance you’ll still find a discount. The Apple Watch Series 11 remains at its best price to date, while the AirPods Pro 3 are still on sale for $179. With Apple recently raising prices on several Macs and iPads, now may be one of the last chances to pick up the company’s hardware before those increases fully take effect. Some retailers are still offering discounts based on the previous list prices, making today’s deals even better. With that in mind, we’ve included several new tablet and laptop deals below.
Below are the best Apple deals currently available. Some are exclusive to Prime Day, while others are simply great discounts we think are worth highlighting. We’ll continue updating this guide, highlighting more deals as they become available.
Earbud and headphone deals
AirPods Pro 3
The latest AirPods Pro offer improved noise cancellation and richer bass, along with built-in heart sensors that work with Apple’s Fitness app to monitor calories burned across more than 50 workouts. Read our review.
The AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for around $99 ($30 off). Apple’s entry-level earbuds offer richer bass than previous generations along with a more robust IP54 rating for water and dust resistance. They match the latest AirPods Pro in voice call quality and work well with other Apple devices too, though they lack more advanced features like active noise cancellation. It might be a pro or con to some that this model simply rests in your ear. They don’t create a tight seal like the AirPods Pro.
The AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and wireless charging are also on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for $148.99 ($30 off). It’s a solid deal, but given the AirPods Pro 3 are currently available for about $30 or so more, we’d recommend buying those instead. They drown out noise better and offer additional features like a heart rate sensor that justify the small price difference. Read our review.
Beats Studio Pro
The latest Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C and offer native support for a range of iOS and Android features like other Beats headphones. Read our review.
The Beats Powerbeats Fitare on sale for $159.95 ($40 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is $20 shy of their all-time low and their second-best price to date. Like all Beats earbuds and headphones, the noise-canceling Fit are platform-agnostic and natively support a number of iOS and Android features like one-step pairing and Find My support. The Beats Fit Pro successor also features a redesigned wingtip with built-in silicone fins and ear tips that are designed to provide a more secure fit during workouts than traditional earbuds.
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for $179.95 ($90 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart, which is also $20 shy of their all-time low price. Their ear-hook design helps keep them securely in place, while Apple’s H2 chip grants access to AirPods Pro features like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and better noise cancellation than you’ll get with the Powerbeats Fit. Plus, unlike the Fit, they support wireless charging. Read our review.
Apple’s over-ears retain the premium design of the original while delivering improved sound quality and better noise cancellation. They also sport Apple’s H2 chip, which enables newer features like live translation. Read our review.
The Beats Solo 4 have dropped to $99.95 ($100 off) at Amazon and Walmart, which is $10 more than their all-time low we saw last year. The wireless headphones offer a noticeable step up in performance from the Beats Solo 3, delivering more detailed sound and support for lossless audio over the included USB-C or 3.5mm cable. They also provide up to 50 hours of battery life, plus comfortable memory foam ear cushions, though they don’t include active noise cancellation. Read our review.
You can buy the Beats Studio Buds Plus on sale for $89.95 ($80 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is one of their better prices to date. The wireless earbuds offer good active noise cancellation along with four swappable ear tips for a comfortable, secure fit (though perhaps not as secure as the Powerbeats Pro 2). They also sport a slick translucent colorway and can last up to 27 hours on a single charge. Read our review.
Apple Watch deals
Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm, GPS)
Although the Apple Watch Series 11 is the same size as its predecessor, it features a display that’s twice as durable, 5G modem on cellular models, and slightly improved battery life. Read our review.
You can buy the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with an Ocean Band, Trail Loop strap, and Alpine Loop strap for $649 ($150 off) at Amazon, which is a new low price. The Ultra 3 is Apple’s most rugged and feature-packed smartwatch, making it a great choice for athletes and outdoorsy folks. It delivers up to 42 hours of battery life — six hours more than its predecessor — and features a larger wide-angle OLED display with a refresh rate that goes down to just 1Hz for battery savings, plus slimmer bezels. It also supports both satellite connectivity and 5G. Read our review.
Apple Watch SE 3
The Apple Watch SE 3 offers some big upgrades over its predecessor, including an always-on display, allowing you to glance at the time or unread notifications. It also has Apple’s powerful S10 chip, which enables on-device Siri requests. Read our review.
If you’re looking to change up the look of your Apple Watch Series 11, Woot is selling a variety of Apple Watch bands starting at $14.99 ($35 off) through June 26th. They’re available in multiple colors, sizes, and styles, and the deal marks a new low price.
iPad deals
iPad (2025)
Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use, even if it is getting a little long in the tooth. Its high-res screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is still fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.
The latest 11-inch iPad Air is now pricier at $749, but you can still get the 128GB base model on sale for $519.99 at Amazon or with LTE connectivity at Amazon for $749 ($150 off). The Air is a sizable step up from Apple’s entry-level iPad, combining a faster M4 chip with 12GB of RAM, Apple Intelligence features, and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. It also includes newer connectivity standards like Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, making it more future-proof. Read our review.
iPad Mini (2024)
The seventh-gen iPad Mini comes with Apple’s A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. It’s also compatible with the Apple Pencil Pro and offers faster Wi-Fi and USB-C speeds. Read our review.
Apple’s newest iPad Pros have an M5 processor, an N1 chip, and a C1X chip for cellular versions. They’re faster, support Wi-Fi 7, charge more quickly, and start with 12GB of RAM. Read our review.
The Apple Magic Keyboard for the 13-inch iPad Air (M2, M3, and M4 models) is on sale for $279 ($40 off) at Amazon, which is just $2 shy of its all-time low price. The accessory combines a keyboard and built-in trackpad, features adjustable viewing angles and USB-C support, and magnetically attaches to compatible 13-inch iPad Air models.
Apple Pencil (USB-C)
The entry-level stylus attaches magnetically on supported iPads, though it doesn’t support magnetic charging. Instead, you pair and charge it by connecting it to your device’s USB-C port. it comes with features like tilt sensitivity and Apple Pencil Hover support, but it doesn’t support double-tap gestures and pressure sensitivity.
The 13-inch MacBook Air is available with an M5 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for $949.99 at Amazon, much cheaper than the the $1,299 Apple is now charging. The 15-inch model, meanwhile, is also on sale at Amazon with 1TB of storage for $1,499.99 ($400 off). As good as the Neo is, the Air is still Apple’s best all-around laptop. Its balance of performance, battery life, and portability is still unmatched. And for $949 or $1,149 you’re getting a laptop that should last you the better part of a decade for what’s sadly now such a good deal. Read our review.
The base 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 chip is the sweet spot of Apple’s lineup if you do frequent content creation but can’t fathom paying much higher M5 Pro / M5 Max prices. It’s on sale for $1,549.99 ($450 off Apple’s new MSRP) at Amazon and Costco. The base model revised for 2026 comes with 16GB of RAM, 1TB of faster storage, and has lots of ports. It’s the ideal step up from a MacBook Air, but paying Apple’s new price of $1,999 makes it much less attainable than it was.
Apple MacBook Pro (M5 Pro / Max, 2026)
The M5 Pro and M5 Max versions of the latest MacBook Pro deliver exceptional power and speed, making them ideal for creative work while offering best-in-class battery life. Read our review.
The M4 iMac from 2024 is going from a starting price of $1,299 to $1,499. You can still get a base model with 8-core M4 chip, 16GB of memory, and 256GB SSD in various colors for $1,149 ($350 off the new price) at Costco. The 10-core M4 iMac with four Thunderbolt 4 ports instead of just two is $1,349 ($350 off the new price) at Costco.
Other Apple deals
Apple’s latest AirTag features an upgraded ultra-wideband chip for more precise location tracking, a noticeably louder speaker, and an expanded Bluetooth range. Read our review.
The last-gen AirTags aren’t as precise as the newer model and don’t feature as loud of a built-in speaker, but they still offer more impressive item tracking than other competitors when paired with an iPhone. Read our review.
The Apple Magic Mouse is on sale for $59.99 ($19 off) at Amazon, which is a new low price. The wireless mouse features a multi-touch surface for gestures like scrolling and swiping between web pages, and a battery that lasts about a month on a single charge. It also pairs automatically with compatible Macs and charges via USB-C.
Apple MagSafe Charger (2m)
Apple’s latest MagSafe charger fully supports the newer Qi2.2 standard, allowing it to charge compatible devices (including the iPhone 17 series and Google’s Pixel 10 lineup) at 25W speeds.
Update, June 26th: Adjusted prices and availability and added a deal for the first-generation AirTag.
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Brad Bourque<![CDATA[It’s the last day of Prime Day — here are over 140 great deals to choose from]]>https://www.theverge.com/957435/over-100-fresh-tech-deals-from-prime-day-day-32026-06-27T08:19:50-04:002026-06-26T22:54:45-04:00
We’ve arrived at the final day of Prime Day, which at this point should probably be called “Prime Week.” We’ve found discounts on all manner of gadgets, including TVs, smart home tech, chargers, headphones, and more. Some of the best deals have started selling out at some retailers, so if you’ve been craving a popular upgrade like the AirPods Max 2, time is running low.
The good news is that our team is still hard at work, and in addition to the deals that remain in stock, the retailers sometimes save up a few extras for the last day (like this Echo Spot that got a little cheaper). This roundup is our pride and joy; the culmination of over four days of deal hunting by our entire team. We’ve worked tirelessly for the last week and arrived at a list of over 120 discounted items (and growing) that we’re happy to share with you.
Of course, our Prime Day coverage spans every category The Verge staff touches, and is a great place to explore the full breadth of discounts we’re able to find on the stuff we’ve tested, regularly use, and love. We genuinely enjoy helping you save on cool tech and fun gadgets that are actually worth your hard-earned money, especially when everythingisgettingmoreexpensive.
The updated Echo Show 8 features an 8.7-inch display with 720p resolution, wider viewing angles, and higher contrast. It includes a 13-megapixel camera, new stereo speakers, and supports Alexa Plus, while doubling as a smart home hub with support for Zigbee, Matter, and Thread. Read our review.
Amazon’s Echo Show 11 is on sale for $149.99 ($80 off) at Amazon, which marks its best price to date. It’s almost identical to the Echo Show 8, except that it offers a larger and sharper 1080p resolution.
You can buy the latest Echo Show 5 for $49.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, which is one of its better prices in recent months though $20 shy of its all-time low. The smart display also works with Alexa Plus, but it’s smaller than the Echo Show 8 with less robust sound, and better suited for small table tops or office desks.
Philips Hue smart bulb starter kit
The Philips Hue smart bulb starter kit comes with color-changing bulbs with 800 lumens of peak brightness that can be controlled with Alexa, Google Assistant, or the companion app. The included Hue Bridge lets you set custom lighting routines and expand your setup to 50 lights.
The Philips Hue Go Smart Portable Table Lamp is on sale for $123.47 ($53 off) at Amazon, which is a new low. The water resistant lamp can display millions of colors and lasts 48 hours on a single charge. It also offers customizable lighting effects and support for Matter, so you can control it via any major smart home platform.
If you like the idea of the Philips Hue portable smart lamp but want something cheaper, Govee’s Table Lamp Classic is down to a new low of $55.99 ($25 off) at Amazon. The rechargeable lamp isn’t weather-resistant, but it offers up to 30 hours of battery life, adjustable color temperatures, and dozens of preset scenes and colorful lighting effects.
Philips Hue Twilight sleep-wake lamp
Grab a great deal on this gorgeous sleep-wake light, now at its lowest-ever price. The striking Twilight lamp does so much more than just gradually brighten the light. Its full-color gradient LEDs create stunning sunrise and sunset scenes to help you wake up and wind down. It also serves as a smart home button to control other Hue lights and smart devices.
The Echo Spot is an excellent smart alarm clock with decent sound for its size and no camera. It features Amazon’s smart voice assistant for voice control and is worthy of a spot on your nightstand. Read our review.
The foundation of a good smart home is Wi-Fi, so if you’re still rocking a router with Wi-Fi 6 or even 5, Prime Day is a good time to upgrade. All of Amazon’s eero mesh Wifi routers are on sale, and its flagship eero Wifi 7 Pro is down to $549.99 from $699.99. If you don’t need that much power, the equally capable eero Wifi 6E is down to $329.99 for a three-pack.
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (second-gen)
The 2026 doorbell offers 2K video and 6x zoom, plus a removable battery. It supports Ring’s Retinal Vision, which uses AI to improve footage quality.
If you’re a Google smart home user, the Google Nest WiFi sporting 6E is almost 40 percent off for a 3-pack. In addition to Wi-Fi 6E, the Pro supports Matter and Thread smart home connectivity,
The rubbed-bronze version of the versatile Yale Assure Lock 2 with WiFi is $70 off on Prime Day, discounted to $189.98. This lock features a real keypad, not a touchscreen, along with support for all the major smart home platforms, including Apple Home (although it doesn’t work with Home Key).
Blink Video Doorbell (second-gen)
The latest Blink Video Doorbell is a nice step up from its predecessor, offering a 1080p head-to-toe view and more accurate motion alerts. The second-gen model promises up to two years of battery life, while an infrared night vision mode allows you to get a beat on visitors when it’s dark outside. When someone does drop by, you don’t even need to get up to answer, as it supports two-way talk through the Blink app.
The Eufy Security SoloCam S220 is on sale for $54.14 (usually $99.99) at Amazon, and features built-in solar power, 8GB of internal storage so you don’t need a subscription, and infrared LEDs for sharper night vision.
Skylight Calendar 2
The 15-inch Skylight Calendar 2 shows color-coded schedules at a glance, with built-in tools for assigning chores, meal planning, and more. It can also import events from photos and automatically sync with calendars from Apple, Google, and Outlook.
The Aura Carver is on sale for $143 ($36 off) at Amazon, which is its best price to date. The 10-inch Wi-Fi digital picture frame lets you add photos remotely through the Aura app, email, or supported cloud services. You also upload 30-second videos and live photos, all without requiring a subscription.
Aqara Smart Lock U400
The only smart lock that works with Apple Home’s hands-free Home Key feature, the U400 is down to its lowest price. Aqara’s first UWB-enabled smart lock also features fingerprint access, a keypad, a keyway, and support for tap-to-unlock with iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones, thanks to Aliro.
If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what the SwitchBot Bot does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set.
This handy portable smart fan is down to under $100. It can run on battery or be plugged in for permanent power and works as a tabletop or standing fan. The SwitchBot Fan features oscillation, and a built-in night light with smart controls is available through the SwitchBot app or connected smart home platforms.
Amazon has the Wyze Duo Cam discounted to $53.18 (usually $69.99) for Prime Day. This unique device combines two cameras, one fixed and one that can pan and tilt, into a single unit that’s fit for indoor or outdoor use.
E-reader deals
Kindle Paperwhite (12th-gen)
Amazon’s latest Kindle Paperwhite — aka our favorite ebook reader — is waterproof, has a seven-inch display, and lasts weeks per charge. Read our review.
Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (its moniker for the 32GB version that supports wireless charging and has an auto-adjusting front light) is down to its best-ever price when purchased as a bundle. The “Essentials Bundle” that includes the e-reader, a leather cover, and a wireless charging dock is $257.97 ($132 off) at Amazon. The 16GB version that lacks the Signature features but includes the leather cover is $182.97 at Amazon. Read our review.
The other color e-reader that Amazon sells, the Scribe Colorsoft, is available in a bundle that’s steeply discounted. The 32GB model that includes a pen, leather folio, and a power adapter is $549.97 ($220 off) at Amazon, down from its usual sale price of $729.97. It’s a fantastic deal considering just the tablet and pen typically sell for $629.99 and hasn’t previously been discounted. Read our review.
Kindle (11th-gen)
Amazon’s latest entry-level Kindle retains a six-inch, 300ppi display and USB-C charger. It’s brighter and slightly faster than its predecessor, though, and features longer battery life.
The Libra Colour is one of the first e-readers from Kobo with color. It packs physical-page turning buttons, stylus compatibility, and supports a broad range of file formats, while making it easy to borrow books from the Overdrive library system. Read our review.
Sony’s latest pair of flagship headphones feature improved comfort, better noise cancellation, and the ability to charge while in use. They even fold down for travel, which can’t be said about the last-gen XM5. Read our initial impressions.
Sony’s last-gen WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are selling for $198 at Amazon, which is the retailer’s best price yet. The set debuted for $399.99 and only really started dropping in price when its successor was released. While the XM6 gets the edge in terms of sound quality, comfort, and for having a foldable design, the XM5 are still fantastic — arguably the best over-ear headphones you can get at this price.
Apple’s over-ears retain the premium design of the original while delivering improved sound quality and noise cancellation. They also sport Apple’s H2 chip, which enables newer features like live translation. Read our review.
The second-gen QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds have dynamic, rich sound and the best noise cancellation currently available in a pair of true wireless earbuds. They’re a terrific pick if you want to listen to your music in peace. Read our review.
The second-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra over-ear headphones are selling for $369, one of their best prices yet, at Amazon. Originally $449, the noise-canceling headphones boast improved battery life with ANC switched on (up to 30 hours per charge), plus the ability to play lossless audio via their USB-C port, just like the AirPods Max 2.
Pixel Buds 2a
Google’s latest pair of wireless earbuds feature crisp sound quality, a comfortable design, and solid active noise cancellation, which is great considering the budget-friendly price tag. They even offer built-in support for Gemini and, unlike the entry-level AirPods, a purple option! Read our review.
Significantly smaller and lighter than their predecessors, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 also offer stronger noise cancellation, a crystal clear transparency mode, and lengthy battery life.
JBL might not be the first brand you associate with great over-ear noise-canceling headphones, but its Tour One M3 Smart Tx are a sleeper hit that’s currently down to its best price yet at Amazon. You can grab them for $249.95, which is $200 off their original price. They’re comfortable, and they sound great. But what sets them apart from competitors is the Auracast-compatible audio transmitter that lets the headphones connect to (and share) audio with other Auracast devices.
AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better bass, and fairly accurate heart rate sensors. Read our review.
Nothing’s Ear (a) earbuds have the same general design as the company’s previous earbuds — but you can get these in a snazzy yellow. They include ANC, more than decent sound quality, and other features like multipoint for just under $100. Read our impressions.
The CMF Buds 2A deliver decent sound and noise cancellation. They also offer useful extras like customizable EQ settings, multipoint connectivity, and IP54 water and dust resistance.
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly wired gaming headset, the Razer BlackShark V2 X are on sale for $29.99 at Best Buy, half their usual price. They’re compatible with basically any device with a 3.5mm audio input, including all major consoles, the Switch 2, and mobile phones.
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
The OpenRun Pro 2 are Shokz’s best bone conduction headphones yet, with better sound and more bass than their predecessor. Our reviewer Victoria Song praised their cozy fit as well as their USB-C charging (goodbye, proprietary charger!). Read our review.
The OpenFit 2 Plus are nearly identical to the OpenFit 2 we tested in 2025. The wireless earbuds feature the same open-style design, a set of onboard controls, and dedicated bass speakers, but they also support wireless charging and Dolby Audio.
Apple is raising prices on its iPads, so even getting the old price while you still can is a deal. The new prices are already reflected on Apple’s own site, but some retailers still have lingering pre-increase rates or even discounts that are now significantly cheaper then the what an iPad will cost moving forward. We can’t say how long this will be the case.
iPad (2025)
Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use, even if it is getting a little long in the tooth. Its high-res screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is still fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.
Apple’s newest iPad Pros have an M5 processor, an N1 chip, and a C1X chip for cellular versions. They’re faster, support Wi-Fi 7, charge more quickly, and start with 12GB of RAM. Read our review.
Anker’s aptly titled Laptop Power Bank is a lifesaver for anyone who works or studies on the go. With an impressive 25,000mAh capacity and a total output of 165W, it can quickly charge a beefy MacBook Pro to 50 percent capacity in under 30 minutes. Plus, with three USB-C ports and a USB-A port, you can power multiple devices at once, including phones, tablets, and handheld consoles.
Apple’s latest MagSafe charger fully supports the newer Qi2.2 standard, allowing it to charge compatible devices (including the iPhone 17 series and Google’s Pixel 10 lineup) at 25W speeds.
Jackery’s Explorer 1000 v2 can output up to 1,500W, which is enough to run a mini fridge or recharge a smartphone dozens of times. It also boasts an array of ports — including three AC outlets, two USB-C ports, and one USB-A port — allowing you to charge multiple gadgets simultaneously.
The Apple Watch Series 11 has dropped to $279 in the 42mm GPS configuration (originally $399) at Amazon and Walmart, which is $20 lower than it has previously sold for. $299 has been the normal sale price for the past few months, but those patiently waiting for another price drop have been rewarded. If you want the larger 46mm GPS model, that’s down to $309 at Amazon and Walmart, which is another new low. Given it’s the latest model, it will support watchOS 27 as well as at least a few major software updates to come. Read our review.
Apple Watch SE 3
The Apple Watch SE 3 offers some big upgrades over its predecessor, including an always-on display, allowing you to glance at the time or unread notifications. It also has Apple’s powerful S10 chip, which enables on-device Siri requests. Read our review.
You can buy the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with an Ocean Band or Trail Loop strap, for $649 ($150 off) at Amazon, which is a new low price. The Ultra 3 is Apple’s most rugged and feature-packed smartwatch, making it a great choice for athletes and outdoorsy folks. It delivers up to 42 hours of battery life — six hours more than its predecessor — and features a larger wide-angle OLED display with a refresh rate that goes down to just 1Hz for battery savings, plus slimmer bezels. It also supports both satellite connectivity and 5G. Read our review.
Google’s Pixel Watch 4 has gotten discounts in both 41mm and 45mm sizes, whether you want the basic Wi-Fi/GPS feature offering, or you want to upgrade to the model that supports LTE. Originally $349.99, the 41mm GPS model is $289.99 at Amazon, while the 45mm version is $319.99. The LTE versions are $334.99 ($115 off) and $399.99 ($100 off). The Pixel Watch 4 is the best smartwatch for Android users (perhaps until the leaked Pixel Watch 5 launches), particularly for those who use a Pixel phone. Read our review.
Fitbit Ace LTE
The Ace LTE sports some of the same hardware found on the Google Pixel Watch 2 and a variety of step-activated games, which can help motivate your child to keep moving. It also offers calling, messaging, and location sharing when you sign up for a monthly or annual data plan. Read our hands-on impressions.
The Charge 6 is one of our top Fitbit fitness tracker recommendation because of its EKG, EDA, and blood oxygen sensors, as well as its support for NFC payments and built-in GPS. It can also sync with some gym equipment via Bluetooth — allowing for more accurate fitness tracking — and works with Google Maps, Google Wallet, and YouTube Music (for a fee). Read our review.
For Android smartwatch options that costs less, and are really only useful for Samsung phone owners, the Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic are discounted to $218.49 and $334.99, respectively. These are savings of $130 at minimum. Read our review.
Oura Ring 4
The Oura Ring 4 is slimmer and more accurate than its predecessor (though the newer Oura Ring 5 is even smaller), with AI-powered tools and longer battery life. Read our review.
Best Buy has discounted Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games — both physical and digital versions. It includes options like Street Fighter 6 Year 1-2 Fighters Edition on Switch 2 (physical) for $29.99 ($30 off) and Super Mario Odyssey (physical) and (digital) for $39.99 ($20 off).
The Switch, Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox versions of Dragon Quest VII Reimagined are discounted to $44.99 (usually $59.99) at Amazon until the end of Prime Day. We praised the remake for its accessibility and modern upgrades. Read our review.
Nex Playground
The Nex Playground is a motion-controlled console that connects to your TV and uses a built-in camera and AI to track your movements as you play. Designed for ages five and up, it comes with games like Fruit Ninja and Whack-a-Mole Deluxe. You can download more games, including titles featuring popular characters like Elmo, with a paid Play Pass subscription.
OLED gaming monitors that offer super-fast refresh rates are cheaper than usual during Prime Day, and several of them are from Asus. The company’s Strix XG27ACDNG 26.5-inch 1440p QD-OLED with a 360Hz refresh rate is down to $534 at Amazon. Its previous best price was $599.99, and it didn’t come around often. The next step up is the Swift PG27AQDP WOLED 1440p monitor with 480Hz refresh rate. It costs $664 during Prime Day at Amazon, down from around $800. Finally, the Asus ROG Swift PG27UCDM, a 4K QD-OLED with a 240Hz refresh rate, is $934 at Amazon — its best price yet that’s $265 off its original price.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle and Sparks of Hope dual pack
The Mario + Rabbids games are excellent turn-based strategy adventures that pair classic Mario characters with the chaotic Rabbids. The dual pack is a download code in a box that collects both the original Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle and its sequel Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, both for the Nintendo Switch.
Half the fun of online gaming is being able to coordinate your strategy — well, that and (lightly) dunking on your friends. Sony’s latest InZone headset boasts some of the same hardware as the company’s stellar XM6 headphones, meaning you’re getting fantastic ANC in addition to a wealth of refined, gamer-centric features.
If you bought a Meta Quest 2, you’re a prime candidate for the Quest 3S. It’s a faster, more comfortable VR headset that runs the same chipset as the pricier Quest 3. While its screen resolution hasn’t improved, nearly everything else about the hardware has. Read our review.
Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition
The Switch 2 Edition of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has the same technical enhancements as Breath of the Wild, but they’re more welcome here because the game struggled to run a bit on the original Switch. The game is set in the same environment as its predecessor, but Hyrule is more dense, so there’s even more to explore. Your physics-based powers help a lot with traversal. Read our review.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond for the Nintendo Switch 2 is down to $44.99 in physical cartridge format at Amazon, down from $69.99. It’s the biggest deal we’ve seen yet for the Switch 2 version of the game. Previously, we’d seen $40 deals for the original Switch version, but to unlock faster loading and better graphics, Switch 2 owners would have to pay $10 for the upgrade pack.
Amazon has Just Dance 2026 for the Nintendo Switch on sale for $19.99 (usually $49.99) through Prime Day. This version of the game includes 40 new songs, notably “All Star” by Smash Mouth and “APT.” by ROSÉ & Bruno Mars.
Octopath Traveler II
Octopath Traveler II is the latest game in the roleplaying video game series Octopath Traveler, where you play one of eight travelers exploring land.
Metal Gear Solid Delta is a ground-up remake of the 2004 classic Metal Gear Solid 3. It features completely revamped visuals and modern controls, so moving Snake through the jungle feels just as smooth as it did in 2015’s Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. It retains the original plot and performances, along with various cutscenes, levels, and other gameplay elements. Read our review.
It’s fairly common to find semi-affordable QD-OLED gaming monitors, but W-OLEDs are slightly more rare in the sub-$500 range. The MO27Q28GR features a 280Hz refresh rate, variable refresh rate support, built-in KVM, HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C connectivity, and more.
The X27U is a lot of monitor for the price, packing a 240Hz refresh rate QD-OLED panel, a versatile stand, two DisplayPort 1.4 inputs, plus two HDMI 2.1 ports for console and PC.
The P9 is great if you need more storage for your Nintendo Switch 2. The microSD Express card offers sequential read speeds of up to 800MB/s, but only gadgets with a microSD Express card slot can take full advantage of the highest speeds. That includes certain cameras, tablets, and drones with a microSD USH-I slot.
The EasySMX S10 is our favorite Switch 2 controller for people who don’t want to spend twice as much on Nintendo’s option. It offers an excellent take on HD rumble, along with amiibo support and the ability to wake the Switch remotely. It features a swappable eight-way (circular) D-pad, and can also work with PC, Steam Deck, and mobile devices.
Razer’s Kitsune arcade controller / fight pad for PS5 and PC is on sale for an all-time low of $149.15 (about half off its original price) at Amazon. All-button fighting controllers are much more common these days (even 8BitDo makes some), and they’re great for hardcore fighting game fans who want very precise cardinal direction inputs. They also travel much more easily than a traditional arcade controller with a big ol’ stick.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is the first game in the main series with a real-time battling system instead of the traditional turn-based formula. You’re still catching pokémon, leveling up, trading, and battling in the game’s Paris-inspired setting, but themore action-oriented battles and smooth performance (on the Nintendo Switch 2) are very welcome.
The Stream Deck XL is the 32-key version of the Elgato Stream Deck. It doesn’t feature a swappable faceplate like the MK. 2 version of the standard Stream Deck, but it has more than double the number of buttons to push.
Lego’s brick-ified replica of an Imperial Star Destroyer is an excellent 1,555-piece throwback to Star Wars: A New Hope, one that comes with seven minifigs, plenty of interior detail, and a convenient handle for carrying it around the room.
Lego’s 540-piece Piranha Plant set remains one of the more affordable Lego Mario kits you can buy. It’s got a massive mouth, posable leaves, and comes with two coins inspired by the classic franchise.
The Lego Wild Animals: Majestic Rhino with Birds set is down to $41.99 ($18 off) at Amazon, which also matches its record low price. The 780-piece set lets you build one of three posable animals from the African savannah— a rhino with colorful birds, a hippo, or a walrus — and includes accessories like fish for the walrus display.
If you’d rather not be tied to a specific build, the 790-piece Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box is on sale for $33.49 ($26 off) at Amazon, which is $10 shy of its all-time low and one of the better prices we’ve seen this year. It comes with bricks in 33 colors, along with windows, doors, wheels, and baseplates, so you can build everything from houses and vehicles to animals.
Lego Botanicals Flower Bouquet Building Set
The 756-piece set features a bouquet of buildable flowers, including roses, poppies, daisies, asters, and more. It also includes posable leaves and 15 adjustable stems.
If you prefer something a little simpler (or cheaper), the Lego Roses set includes 120 pieces to build two red roses with adjustable stems, and we often recommend it as a sweet gift for a partner, friend, or family member. It’s on sale for $8.79 ($7 off) at Amazon, which is $2 shy of its best price to date.
Lego’s Lotus Flowers set is another budget-friendly build, and it’s nearly half off at $7.79 ($7 off) at Amazon, which is its best price of the year. The 220-piece set includes two blooming lotus flowers and a budding flower with pink-and-white petals and long green stems.
Roborock’s Saros 20 stands out for its ability to climb tall thresholds, avoid obstacles with impressive accuracy, and clean under low furniture thanks to its slim design. It also combines powerful 36,000Pa suction with great spinning mop pads, which is why we recommend it for homes with multiple floor types and tricky transitions between rooms.
The Eufy Omni C28 combines excellent mopping performance with a small self-cleaning dock that’s well suited for apartments and other smaller spaces. It navigates around furniture and into tight areas with ease, while its roller mop does a great job cleaning hard floors.
The Roborock Q10 S5 Plus is down to $239.99 ($310 off) at Amazon, which matches its lowest price to date. The Q10 S5 Plus is one of our favorite budget-friendly robot vacuum / mop hybrids, combining good AI-powered obstacle avoidance with automatic carpet detection. It also features a vibrating mop that does a solid job scrubbing hard floors while lifting itself over rugs, and the set includes a self-emptying dock for added convenience. It can’t match the suction power or tall threshold-climbing abilities of pricier models like the Saros 20, but this is a good value under $300.
Narwal Flow 2
Our pick for the best robot vacuum-mop if you have all hardwood floors is the Narwal Flow 2. A superb mop with a wide flat roller pad and an excellent vacuum, the Flow 2 also has top-notch navigation and obstacle detection. Its sleek base station is also less of an eyesore than most.
Dreame’s X60 Max Ultra is on sale for $1,344.99 ($355 off) at Amazon, which is its best price to date. We highly recommend the Dreame X60 Ultra for homes with lots of carpet, as it combines powerful 35,000Pa suction with dual rubber brushes that excel at lifting hair and debris. It can also climb over tall thresholds and thick rugs with ease, while its spinning mop pads do a good job on hard floors and automatically detach when vacuuming carpet. Other highlights include quiet mop washing and drying along with a slim design that can fit under low furniture.
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow
Roborock’s first roller-mop robot vacuum, the Curv 2 Flow, features flagship specs at a midrange price, including excellent mopping, a retractable mop cover, 20,000Pa suction, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a compact design.
Dreame’s L40 Ultra Gen 2 is on sale for $384.99 ($265 off) at Amazon and directly from Dreame (with code L40UGWS). It delivers powerful 25,000Pa suction, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a self-cleaning dock that empties the dustbin, washes the mop, and refills its water tanks. Unlike the X50 Ultra, however, it lacks the ability to climb high thresholds or stairs.
Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone
Ecovacs’ latest flagship robot vacuum and mop can pretreat stains, keep carpets dry with a smart mop cover, and deliver powerful 22,000Pa suction. It also comes with an all-in-one dock that automatically empties the dustbin, washes the mop with heated, pressurized water, and refills its water tanks.
You can buy the SwitchBot K11 Plus on sale for a new all-time low of $169.99 ($230 off) at Amazon (when you click the $20 on-page coupon) or $188 directly from SwitchBot with code PDDAY53. It’s a tiny bot with an equally small self-emptying dock, making it a great fit for smaller spaces. Its suction power tops out at 6,000Pa, but it’s still an effective cleaning machine with a rubber roller brush and a single side brush that does a solid job picking up dirt, dust, and debris from both hard floors and carpets.
Dyson PencilWash
This is the lowest price yet for the powered wet mop that’s a cousin to the silly-sounding-but-awesome Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones vacuum.
Google’s new Pixel 10A introduces faster wired charging, Satellite SOS, and new AI tools like Camera Coach and Auto Best Take. Otherwise, it’s basically the Pixel 9A, with the same Tensor G4 chip and a dual-camera system. Read our hands-on impressions.
The Pixel 10 Pro has a 6.3-inch OLED display, Google’s Tensor G5 processor, 16GB of RAM, Pixelsnap wireless charging at 15W, support for Wi-Fi 7, and an Ultra-Wideband chip.
The Nothing 4A Pro with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage is down to $509.99 at Amazon, Walmart, and directly from Nothing, a hearty discount from its original $599 price. It’s the biggest, most high-end phone you can get for around this price, if you don’t want to settle for the Pixel 10A. Its 6.83-inch screen has a 144Hz refresh rate, but really what sets this one apart is its unique design. The Glyph Matrix display on its rear that can show the time or show an icon to alert you of notifications. Read our review.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung’s 6.9-inch S26 Ultra is the only model in the lineup with the new privacy display, designed to limit what people around you can see on your screen. It also includes the S Pen and upgrades the camera hardware, adding dual telephoto lenses alongside a 200-megapixel main sensor. Read our review.
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has a 6.4-inch outer screen and eight-inch inner screen. The new foldable has Google’s Tensor G5 processor, 16GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 7 support, Pixelsnap wireless charging at 15W, and an IP68 rating.
LG’s midrange C5 TV is an excellent way to get OLED performance without paying top dollar. It has a good amount of brightness, excellent color accuracy out of the box, and great gaming features, including a max 144Hz refresh rate.
55 inches is a good size for TVs, and getting one as good as the TCL QM6K for only $447.99 ($50 off) at Amazon is worth it. It’s particularly good for someone looking for a lower-priced gaming TV, as it supports high refresh rates up to 4K/144Hz with a PC (or 1080p at 288Hz) with VRR and has low input lag. It’s not the light cannon that more expensive TCL TVs are, but in a light-controlled room there’s enough brightness for watching or playing anything.
The 65-inch Hisense Canvas TV is on sale for $849.99 at Amazon, which is a new low price for the 2026 model. The Hisense CanvasTV is an excellent budget-friendly alternative to Samsung’s The Frame, one that comes with a free magnetic bezel, access to over 1,000 artworks, and runs on the excellent Google TV interface.
Samsung S90F
Samsung’s S90F is a premium OLED TV with a 120Hz panel, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and access to game streaming services like Nvidia’s GeForce Now via Samsung’s Gaming Hub.
The 32-inch Asus ProArt 6K display is $999.99 at Amazon during Prime Day, down from its original list price of $1,299. The IPS monitor can display up to 6,016 x 3,384 resolution, and it covers 98 percent of the DCI-P3 gamut and 100 percent of the sRGB gamut. It features HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, plus two Thunderbolt 4 ports that can deliver up to 96W of power for laptops and be used to daisychain with other monitors.
A smaller 27-inch 5K ProArt display from Asus is down to $634 at Amazon (usually priced around $780), marking its best price yet. The PA27JCV seems like a solid alternative if Apple’s Studio Display or other options are a little too pricey. The ProArt monitor features a built-in KVM switch, HDR support, and a bevy of connectivity options, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C (with up to 96W charging).
Asus ProArt PA27JCV 5K monitor
The PA27JCV is a solid alternative to Apple’s Studio Display, especially for the price. The ProArt monitor features a built-in KVM switch, HDR support, and a bevy of connectivity options, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C (with up to 96W charging). Read our 5K monitor roundup.
Dell makes a 27-inch 4K monitor with USB-C video-out, and it’s selling for just $251.72 (originally $349.99) at Amazon. Beyond being a good pick for easy connectivity with a Mac, or a Windows machine that supports USB-C video, the display has solid specs, like a 120Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium adaptive sync to prevent screen tearing, and USB-C charging up to 65W PD. A 1440p version with similar specs (but a faster 144Hz refresh rate) is just $199.99.
Home theater and speaker deals
Echo Dot Max
The Echo Dot Max features a flat design and a redesigned sound system, which delivers nearly three times the bass as its predecessor. It also offers improved conversation detection and better noise filtering, thanks to Amazon’s new AZ3 chip. Read our review.
The WiiM Sound smart speaker (in black or white) that has a built-in circular display and supports multi-room pairing is down to $239.20 at Crutchfield from $299. The HomePod-esque speaker uses AI to adjust sound to fit your room, and it’s platform-agnostic, so it can work with practically any streaming service.
Sonos Five
As the flagship desk speaker in Sonos’ lineup, the Sonos Five provides superb sound quality that outperforms any other smart speaker in its price range. It also has an auxiliary input for playing other audio sources (like a turntable) through your Sonos system.
Hisense’s Dolby Atmos-ready 5.1.4 soundbar system is discounted during Prime Day. The AX5140Q costs $329.99 at Amazon, which is $70 off its original price. The 40-inch soundbar includes forward- and upward-firing speakers, a wireless subwoofer, plus two wireless satellite speakers that have their own forward- and upward-firing drivers. I wish I had gotten this set instead of the Vizio Elevate SE — it’s good, but this seems a lot better for the price. The soundbar features multiple ways to connect devices, including aux-in, optical-in, plus two HDMI inputs, one of which supports eARC.
Sonos Era 100
Sonos’ Era 100 smart speaker is a replacement for the older Sonos One, utilizing two tweeters (left and right) and one larger woofer. In addition to Wi-Fi, the Era 100 supports Bluetooth audio and line-in playback via an optional adapter.
The Era 100 SL that lacks a microphone is $20 less, costing $159 at Amazon during Prime Day. If you don’t feel the desire to get chatty with your electronics, this is an easy way to save $20 on your next Sonos speaker.
Sony’s Bravia Theater Bar 9 soundbar is down to $998 at Amazon during Prime Day. It typically retails for $1,498, though it also typically sells at this very discount during other big shopping events, like Black Friday. The 43.3-inch soundbar packs a whopping 13 speakers, including a mix of forward-, side- and upward-firing speakers.
Amazon Echo Studio (2025)
The latest Echo Studio is 40 percent smaller than its predecessor, but packs better sound. It’s the better choice compared to the Echo Dot Max if you intend to listen to a lot of spatial audio. Read our review.
The Bose TV Speaker delivers a rich, immersive sound in a compact design. It features a three-speaker setup, a dedicated dialog mode, and Bluetooth connectivity, so you can use the soundbar to listen to music or podcasts.
Bose’s Smart Ultra soundbar has dropped to $699, down from its original $999 price, at Amazon. To be transparent, this price was available ahead of Prime Day, so it’s not a brand-spankin’-new deal. However, it’s a good deal if you’re considering building out a Bose speaker ecosystem with a few of its Lifestyle Ultra wireless speakers that can extend the sound.
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4
The Wonderboom 4 might feature a compact design, but it still delivers big sound for its diminutive size. It also carries an IP67 rating, meaning it’s both water- and dust-resistant (it can even float if you need it to).
Google’s terrific TV Streamer (4K) is the company’s best attempt at a streaming device yet, with built-in ethernet, an excellent interface, and smart home compatibility with both Matter and Thread. Read our review.
Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max is its highest-end streaming stick, and it costs $34.99 at Amazon. It’s a good price considering its relatively speedy performance, plus support for Dolby Vision and HDR10 Plus HDR formats, along with Dolby Atmos audio. It works with Wi-Fi 6E routers, too.
Most people looking for an affordable streaming stick should opt for the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, but if you want to save a little money and don’t mind slower performance (and fewer features), the Fire TV Stick 4K Select will get the job done. It’s down to $17.99 at Amazon, which is just $2 more than the model that tops out at 1080p resolution.
Misc. gadget deals
Apple’s latest AirTag features an upgraded ultra-wideband chip for more precise location tracking, a noticeably louder speaker, and an expanded Bluetooth range. Read our review.
The Tile Slim is thin enough to fit into a wallet, luggage tag, or similar items. It offers a 350-foot Bluetooth range, regardless of which platform you’re on, and up to three years of battery life.
Samsung’s 512GB T9 microSD card is $104.99 ($95 off MSRP) at Amazon. It’s not an Express card for the Nintendo Switch 2, but it’s an A2 V30 model with loads of storage for a DJI Osmo Pocket or similar creator cameras.
Xreal One Pro
The Xreal One Pro project a huge virtual display that feels like a 171-inch screen, using micro-OLED panels, a 57-degree field of view, and a 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by Xreal’s X1 chip, the smart glasses offer low-latency tracking with optional 6DoF spatial anchoring so your screen stays fixed in place. They also feature built-in speakers and work with a wide range of USB-C devices.
The company’s Xreal 1S smart glasses are also discounted during Prime Day. You can pick up a pair for $399 (normally $449) at Amazon. While nearly identical in terms of design to the pricier One Pro (they also feature three degrees of freedom, letting you pin virtual content in place), their field of view and clarity aren’t as good. Additionally, their optics let in more light, so they aren’t as good of a pick unless you intend to view content mostly in dimly lit spaces. Still, they’re comfortable, with great build quality, and they’re easy to use.
Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro
Hoto’s rechargeable screwdriver is ideal for small repairs. It offers three torque modes, a rotational speed of up to 220RPM, and a helpful circular LED to illuminate dark spaces. The durable case also holds all 25 steel bits and an extension bar for getting into hard-to-reach places.
For an even more compact and affordable electric screwdriver, the standard Fanttik S1 is just $23.99 ($26 off) at Amazon in both gray and pink colors. The tiny handheld driver comes with five double-ended bits for most basic around-the-house projects.
Cuisinart 8-in-1 1800W toaster oven
Your life may be improved immeasurably with a good toaster oven. There’s no need for a standalone microwave or an air fryer when this model can evenly heat most food. They’re particularly great for reheating leftovers, or for quickly making a side of roasted veggies.
Cricut’s Maker 4, a capable cutting machine that can make detailed cuts, draw, write, engrave, and more, is down to $379 during Prime Day at Amazon. It’s a big discount off its usual $449 price, and the best price we’ve seen since an early January discount.
For something simpler and smaller, the Cricut Joy 2 Essential Bundle includes the Joy 2 automatic cutting and drawing machine, plus numerous materials to get you started. It’s down to $109 (originally $139) at Amazon, the lowest price we’ve seen. The Ultimate Bundle with even more materials and tools is $146 (originally $209) at Amazon. Read our review.
Wearable lights from Glocusent that make it easier to read or do hobbies with your hands are always popular with Verge readers. The company’s bendable neck light that supports three color temperatures and six levels of brightness is down to $16.24 (originally $28.99) at Amazon. It’s not a big discount from its normal price of about $19, but it’s also not a lot of money for what might become a staple in your everyday carry setup. It’s rechargeable via USB-C, and can last up to 80 hours per charge.
Birdbuddy Pro (solar)
Birdbuddy’s charming, camera-equipped feeder identifies and snaps shots of each bird that stops by, supplementing its 5-megapixel stills with insightful facts via an app. The solar roof helps keep the camera’s battery topped up even when it’s cloudy outside.
The DJI Neo mini drone is listed on Amazon for $139, a $60 break from the usual price. This compact drone has a 4K camera for clear shots and crisp video, and weighs just 135 grams. It’s worth noting that there’s a newer version, the DJI Neo 2, which isn’t currently discounted.
DJI Mini 3
DJI’s Mini 3 remains a great drone for beginners. The lightweight quadcopter offers a 4K sensor, excellent image stabilization, and 38 minutes of flight time on a standard battery. It’s also light enough that it doesn’t require a permit — a boon for first-time flyers.
Apple’s 2026 MacBook Air has an M5 chip and starts with 512GB of storage that’s significantly faster than previous generations. It’s still as excellent as ever despite a higher base price. Read our review.
Ugreen’s Dock and Stand for the Mac Mini M4 / M4 Pro is $49.99 ($40 off) at Amazon, exclusively for Prime members. The dock sits below your Mac Mini and plugs in to a rear USB-C port, dramatically expanding the port offerings of your tiny desktop and making your power button more accessible with a tiny lever. It has SD / microSD card slots and two USB-A ports on the front, and three USB-C and three USB-A ports on the rear. Plus, inside is an M.2 SSD slot for extra built-in storage. (You’ll have to BYO SSD.)
Moft has a variety of deals on its origami-style cases and stands. You can get its folding 2-in-1 Laptop Carry Sleeve, a sleek laptop case that doubles as a portable stand, for $51.96 ($13 off) at Amazon in four sizes and up to 11 different colors. Or, if you don’t mind some adhesive, the Moft Laptop Stand in select colors is $19.99 ($5 off) at Amazon. The super thin attachment sticks to the bottom of your laptop to give you a fold-out stand anywhere you go.
Insta360 Link 2 Webcam
The webcam built into your laptop’s lid is serviceable, but Insta360’s Link 2 will be a huge improvement. The 4K camera can be mounted onto a laptop lid or monitor, and it’s compatible with any video chatting or streaming apps, including Zoom and Twitch. Its built-in mics use AI to block unwanted background noises, and its auto-focus system can keep you looking sharp.
Insta360’s cheapest webcam lacks a gimbal to follow you around, but it uses auto framing to zoom and adjust to keep you centered in its frame. Its half-inch-type sensor with 26mm-equivalent f/1.8 lens support up to 4K streaming at 30fps or 1080p at 60fps.
The Iqunix Magi65 low profile mechanical keyboard is down to $108.30, from around $130. Our staff is split on preferences for this model and the one with the media keys and rolling encoder (which is not on sale), but regardless it’s on of the best-looking and best-feeling low-profile keyboards, with great battery life.
2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
Asus’ ROG Zephyrus G14 is the go-to choice for a portable gaming machine that’s great at regular laptop duties. It’s got a lovely OLED display, great keyboard and trackpad, and solid battery life. There’s a new Intel model that’s much pricier, but the 2025 version with AMD chips is still a great choice.
The G Pro X Superlight 2 is Logitech’s lightest and most advanced mouse to date. It features a 32,000 DPI Hero 2 sensor and 8kHz polling rate, as well as support for USB-C charging and Logitech’s Powerplay mouse mat.
This mechanical keyboard is inspired by the original Xbox, with a translucent green color scheme and two large customizable buttons. Along with Bluetooth support, it offers a standard tenkeyless layout with clicky hot-swappable Kailh Jellyfish X switches.
Some of 8BitDo’s other Retro Mechanical Keyboard colors are on sale too, though it varies. Right now the M Edition — which has an IBM Model M vibe — is down to $67.89, from $100. The Commodore 64 and Famicom ones are about $90 ($20 off).
The 8BitDo 18-key Retro number pad comes in the same color options as the keyboard. It has Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless, plus a seven-segment display that lets it work as a standalone calculator. The Xbox version is on sale for $35.99, down from $45, at Amazon.
The fairly new Keychron V5 Ultra mechanical keyboard with Silk POM red linear switches is $107.99 ($12 off) at Amazon. The near-full-size 96-percent layout board has an incredibly long battery life thanks to its ZMK-based firmware, and it supports a fast 8,000Hz polling rate via its 2.4GHz wireless connection. Its plastic case isn’t as nice as ones with a metal chassis, but it’s a great no-nonsense keyboard for the money. Read our review.
Asus ROG Falcata
A unique Hall effect gaming keyboard that actually takes ergonomics into account. Read our review.
Chef IQ Sense wireless meat thermometers are as low as $36.25 each at Amazon if you buy a set of four, which includes charging and carrying case that also acts as a hub. They’re easy to use, have plenty of battery life, and the connected app has excellent features like estimated cook time and temperature history for each part of the probe.
Update, June 26th: Struck some out of deals near the end of the sale.
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Sheena Vasani<![CDATA[24 Prime Day deals Verge readers are grabbing before Prime Day ends]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9548802026-06-26T22:33:54-04:002026-06-26T22:33:54-04:00
The tiny Xteink X4 reader is proving surprisingly popular.
There are an overwhelming number of Prime Day deals to sort through, which is why we spend so much time highlighting products we’ve already tested and can stand behind. But our recommendations are only one way to identify a worthwhile deal: another is seeing which products fellow Verge readers actually buy.
Below, we’ve rounded up the deals that have resonated most with readers who spend as much time thinking about tech as we do. It’s a great way to see what people actually think is a great deal — and what products everyone has been waiting for a price drop on.
Some of the favorites are exactly what you’d expect, like AirPods and Kindles. Others, like Birdbuddy’s camera-equipped smart bird feeder, were a more surprising. If you’re looking for some shopping inspiration, or are simply curious what your fellow readers have been adding to their carts, here are the products that have proven most popular so far during Prime Day.
Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro
Hoto’s rechargeable screwdriver is ideal for small repairs. It offers three torque modes, a rotational speed of up to 220RPM, and a helpful circular LED to illuminate dark spaces. The durable case also holds all 25 steel bits and an extension bar for getting into hard-to-reach places.
Birdbuddy’s charming, camera-equipped feeder identifies and snaps shots of each bird that stops by, supplementing its 5-megapixel stills with insightful facts via an app. The solar roof helps keep the camera’s battery topped up even when it’s cloudy outside.
The Xteink X4 is significantly smaller and more pocketable than any of the Kindle and Kobo models currently available, and feature magnetic mounts so they can be stuck to the back of MagSafe-compatible smartphones. The bundled software is a little rough around the edges, but the version Amazon is selling can be easily upgraded to the free CrossPoint Reader firmware featuring a more polished user interface.
If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what SwitchBot’s Smart Switch does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set.
The cordless cleaner is designed to tackle spills and stains on tile and other surfaces, and can easily slide under furniture and other tricky areas that bigger floor cleaners can’t reach. It also comes with a sleek charging dock that lets it eke out 30 minutes per charge
The AirPods Pro 3 have a new design that improves their fit, superior noise cancellation, better bass, and fairly accurate heart rate sensors. Read our review.
The Apple Watch SE 3 is a major glow-up, adding an always-on display, wrist-temperature sensor, a more powerful processor, and fast charging. Read our review.
This innovative new smart lock uses the U1 ultra-wideband (UWB) chip in many iPhones and Apple Watches to automatically unlock your door as you approach. It will also work with the new Aliro standard and be compatible with Android phones for hands-free unlocking.
Amazon’s latest Kindle Paperwhite — aka our favorite ebook reader — is waterproof, has a seven-inch display, and lasts weeks per charge. Read our review.
Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition offers 32GB of storage, supports wireless charging, and has an auto-adjusting front light. The bundle includes a leather cover, and a wireless charging dock. Read our review.
The Fitbit Ace LTE is a fitness tracker designed specifically for kids, one loaded with movement-based games that encourage physical activity. It also supports GPS location tracking, as well as the ability to send messages and place calls to a limited number of contacts. However, keep in mind that a Fitbit Ace Pass subscription ($9.99 per month / $119.99 per year) is required for location tracking, messaging, and access to the Fitbit Arcade. Read our hands-on impressions.
Apple’s latest AirTag features an upgraded ultra-wideband chip for more precise location tracking, a noticeably louder speaker, and an expanded Bluetooth range. Read our review.
Glocusent’s bendable neck light supports three color temperatures and six levels of brightness. It’s rechargeable via USB-C and can last up to 80 hours per charge.
Anker’s 25,000mAh power bank sports two built-in USB-C cables (one of which is retractable), plus one USB-C and USB-A port. It tops out at 165W when charging two devices simultaneously, or 130W when charging three or four.
Google’s terrific TV Streamer (4K) is the company’s best attempt at a streaming device yet, with built-in ethernet, an excellent interface, and smart home compatibility with both Matter and Thread. Read our review.
Lego’s brick-ified replica of an Imperial Star Destroyer is an excellent 1,555-piece throwback to Star Wars: A New Hope, one that comes with seven minifigs, plenty of interior detail, and a convenient handle for carrying it around the room.
A quiet, battery-powered fan that moves a lot of air despite its small size, the Switchbot Standing Circulator is a surprisingly versatile smart home addition.
Metal Gear Solid Delta is a ground-up remake of the 2004 classic Metal Gear Solid 3. It features completely revamped visuals and modern controls, so moving Snake through the jungle feels just as smooth as it did in 2015’s Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. It retains the original plot and performances, along with various cutscenes, levels, and other gameplay elements. Read our review.
The Niimbot D110 makes organizing fun and easy, letting you quickly bring order to you pantry, closet, or office. You can type labels out on your phone, and the pocket-sized printer connects over Bluetooth. Its companion app is loaded with templates, too, as well as fonts, borders, and icons for creating personalized labels.
The Nex Playground is a motion-controlled console that connects to your TV and uses a built-in camera and AI to track your movements as you play. Designed for ages five and up, it comes with games like Fruit Ninja and Whack-a-Mole Deluxe. You can download more games, including titles featuring popular characters like Elmo, with a paid Play Pass subscription.
Update, June 26th: Updated prices and availability and added a few new deals, including a discount for the Xteink X40 e-reader.
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Sheena Vasani<![CDATA[The 17 best robot vacuum deals you can still get before Prime Day ends]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9510812026-06-26T20:42:48-04:002026-06-26T20:42:42-04:00
Our former top pick the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is now just $600, which is more than half its original price at launch. | Image: Roborock
If you’ve been wanting to buy a robot vacuum but have been put off by how much it can cost to get a good one, now is not a bad time to start looking. We’re now on the final day of Prime Day, and Amazon, along with retailers like Best Buy and Walmart, is still offering discounts on several models we’ve tested from brands like Roborock, Dreame, and Shark. Whether you’re looking for a basic robot vacuum that can cut down on the amount of vacuuming you have to do or a high-end model that can wash and dry its own mop pads and climb over room thresholds, there are deals available across a wide range of price points.
The Roborock Q10 S5 Plus is down to $239.99 ($310 off), which is a new low price, at Amazon. The Q10 S5 Plus is one of our favorite budget-friendly robot vacuum / mop hybrids, combining good AI-powered obstacle avoidance with automatic carpet detection. It also features a vibrating mop that does a solid job scrubbing hard floors while lifting itself over rugs, and the set includes a self-emptying dock for added convenience. It can’t match the suction power or tall threshold-climbing abilities of pricier models like the Saros 20, but this is a good value under $300.
Roborock Saros 10
Roborock’s Saros 10 combines powerful 22,000Pa suction with excellent dual spinning mop pads that do a great job tackling dried-on messes. It can also automatically leave its mop pads at the dock before vacuuming carpets. The newer Saros 20 offers more powerful suction and can tackle taller thresholds, but the Saros 10 is still a great cleaning machine.
The Tapo RV30 Max Plus is another excellent budget-friendly option that’s on sale. It includes a self-emptying dock and costs $199.99 ($200 off) at Amazon. You don’t get AI-powered obstacle avoidance with this one, and its 5,200Pa suction isn’t the most powerful we’ve seen, but it’s still a capable cleaning machine with a wide mop pad that performs surprisingly well. The RV30 Max also offers excellent lidar-based navigation, support for room-specific cleaning, and Matter compatibility, allowing you to control it through all the major smart home platforms.
Eufy Omni C28
The Eufy Omni C28 combines excellent mopping performance with a small self-cleaning dock that’s well suited for apartments and other smaller spaces. It navigates around furniture and into tight areas with ease, while its roller mop does a great job cleaning hard floors.
Dreame’s X60 Max Ultra is on sale for $1,344.99 ($355 off) at Amazon and Dreame (with code X60UMCWS), which is its best price to date. We highly recommend the Dreame X60 Ultra for homes with lots of carpet, as it combines powerful 35,000Pa suction with dual rubber brushes that excel at lifting hair and debris. It can also climb over tall thresholds and thick rugs with ease, while its spinning mop pads do a good job on hard floors and automatically detach when vacuuming carpet. Other highlights include quiet mop washing and drying along with a slim design that can fit under low furniture.
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow
Roborock’s first roller-mop robot vacuum, the Curv 2 Flow, features flagship specs at a midrange price, including excellent mopping, a retractable mop cover, 20,000Pa suction, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a compact design.
With top-notch vacuuming performance, an easy-to-use app, and built-in voice control, the S8 MaxV Ultra is a great vacuum and good mop which is why it was once our top pick. It features Roborock’s best obstacle avoidance, innovative features like dirt detection, and a hands-free dock.
You can pick up the Dreame X60 Max Ultra’s predecessor, the Dreame X50Ultra, for $884.99 ($265 off) at Amazon and $807.99 at Dreame ($342). While its 20,000Pa suction isn’t quite as powerful as the X60 Ultra’s and it can’t tackle especially high thresholds as well, it’s still an excellent robot vacuum-mop hybrid. Its edge cleaning also isn’t quite as effective as the X60 Ultra’s, but you’re otherwise getting many of the same features for a lot less.
Dreame’s L40 Ultra Gen 2 is on sale for $384.99 ($265 off) at Amazon and directly from Dreame with code L40UGWS. It delivers powerful 25,000Pa suction, AI-powered obstacle avoidance, and a self-cleaning dock that empties the dustbin, washes the mop, and refills its water tanks. Unlike the X50 Ultra, however, it lacks the ability to climb high thresholds or stairs.
Narwal Flow 2
Our pick for the best robot vacuum-mop if you have all hardwood floors is the Narwal Flow 2. A superb mop with a wide flat roller pad and an excellent vacuum, the Flow 2 also has top-notch navigation and obstacle detection. Its sleek base station is also less of an eyesore than most.
The original Narwal Flow is available for $649.99 ($500 off) at Amazon, which is its best price to date. Like the Flow 2, it offers a self-cleaning roller mop along with a dock that automatically empties the dustbin and washes the mop and a tangle-resistant brush. The tradeoff is that it lacks the Flow 2’s upgraded AI-powered obstacle avoidance, uses lower-temperature water when washing the mop, and delivers slightly less suction power.
You can buy the SwitchBot K11 Plus on sale for around $169.99 at Amazon when you apply the on-page coupon, which is a new low price. It’s also available for $19 more from SwitchBot with code PDDAY53. It’s a tiny bot with an equally small self-emptying dock, making it a great fit for smaller spaces. Its suction power tops out at 6,000Pa, but it’s still an effective cleaning machine with a rubber roller brush and a single side brush that does a solid job picking up dirt, dust, and debris from both hard floors and carpets.
Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone
Ecovacs’ latest flagship robot vacuum and mop can pretreat stains, keep carpets dry with a smart mop cover, and deliver powerful 22,000Pa suction. It also comes with an all-in-one dock that automatically empties the dustbin, washes the mop with heated, pressurized water, and refills its water tanks.
The Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni features an extendable mop that can clean itself, just like its predecessor. However, it also features Ecovacs’ Boosted Large-Airflow Suction Technology, which optimizes the airflow path from intake to exhaust, rather than relying solely on suction power.
The Dreame L10s Pro Ultra is down to $349.99 when you buy it at Amazon, matching its best price to date and $950 less than its original launch price in 2024. Despite its age, it still offers a self-cleaning dock that can wash and dry its mop pads, dispense cleaning solution, refill its water tank, and empty its dustbin. It also features AI-powered obstacle avoidance. Its 7,000Pa suction is lower than Dreame’s newer models, and it can’t climb tall thresholds, but it’s still a lot of robot vacuum for the price.
The Shark Navigator Robot Vacuum RV2110 has dropped to $179 ($121 off) at Amazon. While we’ve previously seen it go for as low as $129.99, that’s still a notable 40 percent discount on the basic bot. The Navigator uses lidar-based navigation to create a map of your home and is equipped with a brushroll designed to minimize hair tangles.
Update, June 26th: Adjusted prices and availability and added a deal for the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra.
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Sheena Vasani<![CDATA[Prime Day’s final hours bring rare discounts on Philips Hue smart lights]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9572692026-06-26T20:22:24-04:002026-06-26T20:20:50-04:00
Philips Hue products don’t often see major discounts, which makes this year’s Prime Day deals especially notable. Prices have dropped significantly across much of the company’s smart lighting lineup, with deals on everything from smart bulb starter kits and sleep lamps to smart buttons. If you’ve been thinking about investing in Philips Hue, now is one of the best opportunities we’ve seen all year to do so for less.
Philips Hue Twilight sleep-wake lamp
Philips Hue Twilight is a smart bedside lamp designed around circadian rhythms to help you wake up more naturally and wind down more peacefully. Its smooth, deep dimming is exceptionally gentle, and the dual light sources provide ample light when needed.
The Philips Hue smart bulb starter kit comes with color-changing bulbs that can be controlled with Alexa, Google Assistant, or the companion app. The included Hue Bridge lets you set custom lighting routines and expand your setup to 50 lights.
Part of the company’s new Essentials line, the Essential 16ft LED Strip Light, RGBIC, can work with or without a Hue bridge and has all the same features as Hue’s higher-priced models.
Philips Hue’s water resistant lamp can display millions of colors and lasts 48 hours on a single charge. The rechargeable lamp also offers customizable lighting effects and support for Matter, so you can control it via any major smart home platform.
An HDMI box, the Hue Sync syncs your Hue lights with whatever’s playing on any HDMI device connected to it. It supports up to 8K at 60Hz, has four inputs, and can sync up to 10 lights. Paired with Hue’s new Wall Washers ($384 for a pair) and a Bridge ($65.59), it makes for an impressive, albeit expensive, home theater lighting setup.
Control your Philips Hue lighting from anywhere in your home with a Smart Button. This wireless button has customizable functionality, allowing you to change scenes, adjust lighting temperature and brightness, or trigger automations.
If you want a bright floor lamp for a bigger space, this intriguing 57.40-inch tall option throws up to 2,500 lumens of light from its long, skinny strip. It’s built into a wide base that prevents it from easily tipping over. A shorter model more appropriate for a table or desk is also available for $165.99 ($76 off).
The Philips Hue Smart Dimmer Switch offers a simple way to control compatible Hue lights without relying on a phone or voice assistant. The battery-powered remote can turn lights on or off, adjust brightness, and cycle through up to four customizable lighting scenes.
The Tap Dial is the best smart switch for Philips Hue lights. This wireless, battery-operated switch can control multiple lights, scenes, and rooms and can be used like a remote or like a wall switch when attached to its included wall plate. It requires a Hue Bridge and works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google, and SmartThings. Read our full review.
These smart lights have beautiful colors, a nice selection of festive scenes, and an easy-to-use app. They are super reliable when paired with a Hue Bridge and also work over Bluetooth. They come in three lengths, work with all the major smart home platforms, and are Matter-compatible.
The Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor detects movement and can automatically activate compatible Hue smart lights indoors or outside. The battery-powered sensor offers a wide 160-degree field of view, weather-resistant IP44 design, and flexible mounting options.
This four-pack of recessed lights can throw down 1,100 lumens of light each and can fit into five- or six-inch enclosures. Alternatively, you can purchase just a single recessed light, or a six pack. You can also get a six-pack that fits into four-inch enclosures.
Update, June 26th: Updated prices and availability and added a couple of deals, including a discount for the Philips Hue Bridge.
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Sheena Vasani<![CDATA[My favorite Govee smart lamps are at their lowest prices ever for Prime Day]]>https://www.theverge.com/?p=9583132026-06-26T18:51:28-04:002026-06-26T18:51:28-04:00
We’ve already rounded up the best Philips Hue deals of Prime Day, but if you’re looking for something a little more budget-friendly, Govee’s latest sale is worth checking out. The company has heavily discounted several of its color-changing smart lamps, including the Table Lamp 2($53.99, down from $79.99), Floor Lamp Basic($59.99, regularly $99.99), the portable Table Lamp Classic ($55.99, down from $79.99), and Uplighter Floor Lamp($125.99, down from $179.99). I own all but the Portable Table Lamp Classic and regularly recommend them to friends.
No matter which lamp you choose, you’re getting a similar experience. Each supports millions of colors and adjustable white light, comes with a variety of preset scenes, and can sync its lighting to music. You can also create custom scenes, schedules, and automations in Govee’s app or control the lamps with your voice using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Plus, with the exception of the Floor Lamp Basic, they all support Matter, allowing them to work with other major smart home platforms too.
The biggest differences come down to size and where they’ll fit best. The small Table Lamp 2 is ideal for a nightstand or desk, while the portable Table Lamp Classic swaps the power cord for a rechargeable battery, making it easy to move from room to room or take outside onto a patio. Just keep in mind it isn’t weather-resistant, so you’ll only want to take it out when it’s not raining.
The Floor Lamp Basic and Uplighter Floor Lamp, meanwhile, are both designed to brighten larger spaces. The minimalist Floor Lamp Basic is the smaller and slimmer of the pair. If you want something more dramatic, the taller Uplighter offers three independently controllable lighting zones that can project different colors onto your walls and ceiling at the same time.
