Amazon sets Prime Day dates: Here's how to prepare and a sneak peek at current deals
Scoop the hottest deals during Amazon's extended Prime Day extravaganza from July 8 to July 11! Prime members will gain access to jaw-dropping discounts on a plethora ofgoodies, from killer electronics and indispensable home essentials to air purifiers, outdoor gear, sleep aids, and more. Head to Amazon's Prime Day hub for the inside scoop on the best deals.
What exactly is Prime Day?
Welcome to Amazon's biggest summer sale event of the year! Seasoned Prime Day shoppers already know that this sale is the ultimate time to nab deals across all categories, such as electronics, kitchen appliances, air purifiers, outdoor items, sleep aids, and beyond. You'll find the latest deals on Amazon's Prime Day hub during the event's four-day stretch.
Preparing for Prime Day like a savvy shopper
- Be an Amazon Prime member: Secure exclusive access to unparalleled deals by ensuring you're an Amazon Prime member. Not a Prime member yet? You can sign up or start a free trial to cash in on those Prime Day deals. A Prime membership costs $139 annually or $14.99 monthly—but students can score even better pricing.
- Get the Amazon App: The Amazon App will be your BFF during Prime Day. Download it here (Apple devices) or here (Android). This app grants swift access to deals, order status checks, and customer support. Many features, such as deal alerts, function best within the app.
- Add items to your wishlist, cart, or "Save for Later" list: If you have an Alexa-enabled device like an Echo Dot, set it up to notify you about deals on items you've added to your wishlist or cart.
Don't miss out on these spectacular early Prime Day deals:
Apple AirTags: $74.99 (24% off)
Original price: $99
Stay on top of your valuables with Apple AirTags, ultra-convenient Bluetooth trackers perfect for securing keys, bags, wallets, or pretty much anything else. The package comes complete with four AirTags.
Apple Watch Series 10: $329 (23% off)
Original price: $429
The Series 10 Apple Watch is a dream come true for fitness enthusiasts. This high-tech watch boasts a large display that makes managing calls, texts, and apps effortless. The battery charges to 80% in just 30 minutes. Not only does it provide advanced health insights like ECG capabilities, but it also delivers reproductive health insights and excels at tracking workout intensity and providing metrics for various workout types.
Apple Airpods Pro 2 Earbuds: $169.99 (32% off)
Original price: $249
Versatility is key with the Apple AirPods Pro 2 wireless Earbuds. These badass headphones can be set to pro-level noise cancellation or transparency mode, allowing you to hear the world around you while you listen. The buds' adaptive audio mode intelligently adjusts noise-cancellation levels based on the environment. You'll also have access to a scientifically validated hearing test, and these sick headphones can even double as hearing aids.
Apple iPad 10: $299 (14% off)
Original price: $349
This Apple iPad 10 packs a punch, boasting an A16 chip that delivers lightning-fast user experience. The 11-inch retina display outdoes the competition due to its True Tone adjustments, giving it an edge on screen quality. The spectacular 128 GB of storage has you covered, all the way up to 512 GB.
Artists will be overjoyed by the iPad's compatibility with the Apple Pencil, making sketching near-photorealistic. Note that this iPad model does not support the latest Apple Pencil Pro. The magic keyboard folio turns your iPad into a full-fledged laptop, detaching and attaching effortlessly with a simple click.
Apple 2025 MacBook Air: $849 (15% off)
Original price: $999
Get ready to enjoy enhanced performance and efficiency with Apple's 2025 MacBook Air, which is powered by Apple's new M4 chip. This sleek laptop offers up to 18 hours of battery life, an impressive 13.6-inch screen, and an upgraded FaceTime camera that follows you around while on calls.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: $29.99 (40% off)
Original price: $49.99
Turn your dumb TV into a smart TV with the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K. Plug it into your TV's HDMI port to unlock a world of streaming entertainment with voice control capabilities. This remote lets you use voice commands to search for movies and TV shows, launch apps, control playback, and even interact with compatible smart home devices.
Wi-Fi Extender: $26.99 (10% off)
Original price: $29.99
Boost your Wi-Fi signal strength and range with the TP-Link Wi-Fi Extender. This compact and easy-to-use gadget installs in minutes to improve your Wi-Fi coverage at home.
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Shark Upright Vacuum: $129.99 (41% off)
Original price: $219.99
Say goodbye to back-breaking cleaning days with the Shark Upright Vacuum. This bagless beast boasts a generously-sized dust cup, allowing you to clean for longer before needing to empty the bin. Better yet, it transforms into a portable, lightweight canister vacuum with the press of a button.
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Inflatable pool lounger float: $44.99 (39% off)
Original price: $58.99
Grab this mammoth pool float for a fraction of the original price. Spacious enough for two, this lounger is crafted from hardwearing, premium raft-grade vinyl—with three size options available for sharing (or not).
Cushionaire Women's Luna Cork Footbed Sandal: $29.98 (40% off)
Original price: $49.99
Indulge in some sandal sophistication with the Cushionaire Women's Luna Cork Footbed. Available in multiple sizes, this sandal promises comfort, great arch support, and a customizable fit that adapts to your foot.
Nora Colomer is a writer covering beauty, style, home, kitchen, tech, and fitness for our website.
- During the Prime Day event, you might be able to find discounts on sports equipment like fitness trackers, such as the Apple Watch Series 10, which is designed for fitness enthusiasts and provides advanced health insights.
- In addition to technology, the Prime Day sale could also offer deals on health-related items, such as the Apple AirPods Pro 2 Earbuds, which offer pro-level noise cancellation for a more immersive workout.
