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The JBL Go 5 is down to $39.95 from $54.95 on Amazon, and price trackers show that this is its lowest price so far. At roughly four inches wide and just over half a pound, it is small enough to toss into a backpack, clip onto a bag, or keep on your desk without taking up much room. The upgraded IP68 rating also makes it a better travel companion than the Go 4, especially for beach days, hikes, or anywhere dust and water are likely to show up.
Battery life gets a modest improvement too, with JBL rating the Go 5 for up to eight hours of playback, or around 10 hours with Playtime Boost turned on. That should comfortably cover a day out, but it is not built for all-day-and-night listening. The same goes for volume. It gets reasonably loud for something this small, but it is better suited to a picnic table, bedroom, or a few people sitting nearby than covering a backyard party. Its front-facing driver also makes placement more important, since the sound is noticeably stronger when you are sitting in front of the speaker than off to either side.
The Go 5 does add a few conveniences that make it easier to live with—you can now play audio over USB-C, Bluetooth 6.0 brings LC3 codec support, and AirTouch lets you pair two Go 5 speakers for stereo simply by bringing them together. JBL’s companion app also gives you more control over the EQ if you want to tweak the sound. None of these upgrades dramatically change the listening experience compared with the Go 4, so owners of the older model do not have much reason to rush out and replace it. At $40, though, the Go 5 is the better buy for someone who wants a compact speaker with more durability, slightly longer battery life, and a few useful extras without moving up to a larger model.
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Amazon currently has the Insta360 Flow 2 Pro Ultimate AI Tracker Bundle for $154.99, down from $227.99, and price trackers show that as its lowest price so far. The main reason to consider a phone gimbal like this is not just smoother footage, but having a setup that can keep you in frame even when there's nobody behind the camera—its three-axis stabilization helps take the shake out of walking shots and handheld clips, while the built-in tripod and selfie stick make it easy to set the phone down for a vlog, workout, livestream, or travel video without carrying separate accessories.
On the iPhone, Apple DockKit support allows subject tracking across more than 200 compatible apps, while the included AI Tracker brings similar hands-free tracking to Android and iPhone users across supported apps. That tracking is where this bundle earns its higher price over a basic gimbal—it can rotate continuously through 360 degrees, so you can move around without repeatedly walking back to reposition the phone, and its multi-person mode can keep a group framed instead of locking onto one face. The AI Tracker can also follow subjects while zoomed in, with the Flow 2 Pro supporting tracking from 1x to 15x.
Its built-in fill light also helps when the lighting is poor, while its Free Tilt Mode gives you more freedom to move the camera up or down while keeping the shot stable. None of those tools will make your phone camera better by themselves, but they can make it much easier to get usable footage without repeatedly reshooting a clip.
It's not waterproof, so rain, poolside filming, or other wet environments require more care than an action camera would. And some of its smarter tracking features also depend on the phone, app, and shooting mode you're using, so the experience isn't identical across every device. Still, for solo travelers, vloggers, sports parents, or creators who regularly move around while filming themselves, this $155 bundle gives you a lot more control without needing a second person behind the camera.
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Roku’s first OLED TV is already considerably cheaper than many competing models, and Amazon has now dropped the 65-inch Pro Series OLED to an even lower $799 from $1,199, taking $400 off and bringing it to its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. For that price, you’re getting a 4K OLED panel that delivers deep blacks and excellent contrast, though at around 496 nits, it’s relatively dim, meaning darker scenes can lose detail in rooms with plenty of sunlight or ambient light.
Where the Pro Series OLED makes a stronger case for itself is gaming—its 120Hz refresh rate, VRR support, and AMD FreeSync Premium help keep fast-moving games looking smooth, with this PCMag review measuring an input lag of just 4.8 milliseconds at 1080p/120Hz and 8.8 milliseconds at 4K/60Hz, earning it the publication’s Lab Award for lowest input lag. That translates to very little delay between pressing a button and seeing the action onscreen, which is especially useful in racing games and competitive shooters. You also get four HDMI ports and support for Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG, although Nvidia G-Sync support is absent.
Outside gaming, the TV runs Roku’s own OS, whose straightforward interface puts your streaming apps front and center without burying them beneath endless recommendations—and it supports nearly every major streaming service except Twitch, along with AirPlay for casting from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Beyond streaming, you get Wi-Fi 5 for wireless connectivity and an ATSC 1.0 tuner for watching over-the-air broadcasts, although one convenience that's missing is hands-free voice control, so you'll need to use the remote for voice commands.
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Anker’s Nebula P1i Portable Projector is down to $299 from $399 on Amazon, taking $100 off a full HD projector with built-in streaming—it runs Google TV out of the box, so you can jump straight into apps like Netflix without plugging in a streaming stick, while Anker’s Smart Instant Setup automatically handles focus, keystone correction, and screen alignment to get the picture ready with minimal effort.
That convenience extends to the projector’s portability, too, with the Nebula P1i weighing just under five pounds, making it easy to move between rooms or take outdoors—although its lightweight design does mean that an accidental bump can shift the image, so a tripod is worth considering if you want a more stable setup. Connectivity is fairly straightforward, with an HDMI port, USB-A port, and headphone jack for hooking up external devices, but the built-in interface already covers most streaming needs.
As for picture and sound quality, the Nebula P1i delivers a decent viewing experience for its price, but there are a few limitations to keep in mind—it supports 4K input but projects at 1080p, producing fairly natural colors and a reasonably sharp picture, though the edges can appear softer when the projector is positioned at an angle. Brightness is another consideration, as the picture looks best in a dark room or at night, with daylight washing out much of the detail.
On the audio side, the fold-out speakers have enough volume for a small gathering and reproduce dialogue clearly, but they lack the depth to give movies a particularly immersive feel, so you may want to connect a Bluetooth speaker for better sound. There’s also no built-in battery, so it needs to stay plugged in, which takes away some of the flexibility you might expect from a portable projector.
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Amazon's October Prime Day sale has wrapped up, but the Sonos Arc Ultra is still selling for $899, down from its usual $1,099. PCMag named it the best soundbar of 2024 and gave it an “outstanding” review. $899 is still a lot to spend on a single soundbar, and anyone shopping on a tighter budget will find more affordable picks in our Fire TV soundbar roundup.
For those who can make room in their budget, the next thing to plan around is space, since the Arc Ultra measures a little over 46 inches across and weighs about 13 pounds, making it a natural match for a larger TV. Despite all that width, it keeps a low profile at just under three inches tall, so it can sit beneath most screens without blocking the picture, or you can wall-mount it if you would rather keep your TV stand clear. All that size makes room for a 9.1.4-channel layout (a big step up from the original Arc) that gives Dolby Atmos effects more space to spread around and above you. Sonos also added a new Sound Motion driver that it says doubles the original Arc's bass, giving action scenes real weight without a separate subwoofer, though you can still add a Sub 4 later for more rumble.
At the other end of the sound spectrum, voices and dialogue come through clearly even at low volumes, and a Speech Enhancement mode lifts them further. Trueplay tuning then adjusts the sound to your room, with a quick version on Android and iOS and a more detailed one for iPhone owners. The biggest drawback is connectivity, since the Arc Ultra has a single HDMI eARC port with no passthrough, which can leave you short on inputs for a console or streaming box, and no optical port. It also lacks DTS:X support, a letdown for some Blu-ray collectors, and voice control is limited to Alexa or Sonos' own assistant, though Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and AirPlay 2 make streaming music from your phone easy.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day event may be over, but the Bose SoundLink Max is still available for $279, down from its usual $399, keeping it at the lowest price we’ve seen so far, according to price trackers. Unlike many speakers in this price range, the SoundLink Max keeps things fairly simple, leaving out wifi, smart assistants, and speakerphone support. That lets Bose focus on what most people buy a portable Bluetooth speaker for in the first place: loud, well-balanced sound, long battery life, and a design that can handle being taken almost anywhere.
That practical approach carries over to the design—it has a steel frame that is wrapped in silicone for added durability (though the textured exterior tends to collect dust more easily than smoother finishes), and the woven carry handle makes it easy to grab before heading to the backyard, the beach, or a campsite. I also like that Bose uses physical buttons here instead of fussy touch controls. Inside, three front-facing drivers and dual passive radiators deliver a wide stereo sound with clear vocals and crisp instruments. According to this PCMag review, the mids and highs remain detailed even at higher volumes, though the deepest bass notes lose some impact when the speaker is pushed to its limits. Bose rates the battery life at up to 20 hours, and the IP67 rating means it can survive dust, rain, accidental splashes, and even a brief drop into water.
The companion Bose app adds a little extra flexibility without becoming a requirement. You can adjust bass, mids, and treble, switch between connected devices, and customize the shortcut button to launch Spotify or jump to the auxiliary input. Just don't expect dramatic changes from the equalizer; it is better suited for small tweaks than completely reshaping the speaker’s sound. Bose also does not include a shoulder strap in the box, which feels like an odd omission for a speaker this large. Even so, if you're looking for a rugged Bluetooth speaker that prioritizes sound quality over smart-home features, the SoundLink Max remains one of the stronger options in its class, especially at its current price.
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As Amazon’s October Prime Day winds down, you can still find the Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar on sale for $844.99 (originally $1,099), its lowest price yet, according to price trackers. It replaces the Smart Ultra Soundbar in Bose’s lineup and sits at the center of the company’s newer Lifestyle Ultra family, with matching speaker and a subwoofer available if you eventually want to build out a larger system. On its own, though, this is a substantial soundbar at 43.3 inches wide and 14.3 pounds, though its 2.6-inch height keeps the profile relatively low.
Inside are nine drivers arranged in a 5.0.2 configuration, including a center tweeter for dialogue and two upward-firing drivers for Dolby Atmos height effects, and the result is crisp, detailed audio with a convincing sense of space. That said, while the bass is solid, it doesn't quite keep pace with the rest of the sound, with this PCMag review recommending adding a subwoofer. Until then, Bose's app gives you plenty to work with, including a three-band EQ for nudging up the low end and separate level controls for the center, height, and surround channels, so you can bring voices forward or dial in the Atmos effect for your room.
Connectivity covers one HDMI eARC port, Ethernet, a subwoofer output, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.3, but there's no passthrough for a second HDMI device and no 3.5mm aux input. It also skips DTS entirely and can't pair with Bose headphones for private listening. Anyone already invested in Bose speakers or planning to build out a full system around it will get the most from this discount, while those wanting deeper bass without buying a subwoofer may be better served by the Sonos Arc Ultra, which is also on sale for $899, though it comes with the same single-HDMI, no-DTS limitations.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale has brought the latest Google Pixel Watch 5 (45mm, LTE) down to $444.99 from $529.99, its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. PCMag calls it the best smartwatch for Android users, largely because Gemini is built in so deeply—the assistant works proactively, so it can surface your flight details on the way to the airport or suggest a contact's number while you text about dinner plans, and a new AI-powered Health Coach reviews your workouts with tailored feedback, though some of its fitness advice sits behind a paid subscription.
Helping all of those AI features along is a faster Qualcomm processor that Google says improves the overall performance of this smartwatch by 20%, while RAM increases from 2GB to 3GB and storage doubles to 64GB compared with the Pixel Watch 4. As for its health hardware, Google left it largely untouched, so you still get heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring, ECG readings, skin temperature, GPS, and sleep tracking, with reportedly accurate findings. The catch is that this remains an Android-only watch, requiring Android 12 or newer, and some of the better AI features work best with a newer Pixel phone.
Physically, the Watch 5 doesn’t stray far from its predecessor, keeping the familiar domed display under 3D Corning Gorilla Glass while adding new watch faces that curve around its edges—with the screen reaching up to 3,000 nits and adjusting to ambient light, so it should remain easy to read during a sunny afternoon run or in a dim room. As for its durability, its IP68 and 5ATM ratings mean you can wear it through a workout, at the beach, or in the pool without worrying about dust or water. And charging shouldn’t necessarily be a nightly routine, either, with the watch lasting up to 56.5 hours in testing. Heavier use will cut into that figure, but you should still have a good chance of making it through two full days with enough power left to track your sleep overnight.
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Wireless charging is convenient, but faster speeds can generate more heat, potentially putting additional strain on your phone’s battery over time. The Anker Prime 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger is designed to manage that heat while keeping charging speeds high, and for October Prime Day 2026, it’s down to $132.98 from $229.99, its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. The setup is aimed squarely at Apple users, with dedicated charging spots for an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods in one compact station.
Its main pad supports 25W Qi2 wireless charging, which is about as fast as cable-free charging gets right now, and it’s paired with a built-in thermoelectric cooling system and fan to keep temperatures under control, as noted in this ZDNET review. That cooling system actively pulls heat away from your phone while it charges, so you can charge while streaming or scrolling without the phone getting uncomfortably warm. There are three charging modes you can choose from: Boost Mode is for quick top-ups when you’re heading out, Ice Mode keeps things cooler during heavier use, and Sleep Mode slows everything down and turns off the fan for overnight charging. You can switch between these on the unit’s small on-board touchscreen or through Anker’s app, which also lets you schedule charging behavior and tweak the display.
The rest of the setup is solid as well, with the Apple Watch and AirPods pads charging at the standard 5W. You also get a 65W wall adapter and a five-foot USB-C cable in the box. Build quality feels premium, with metal accents and a clean finish that won’t look out of place on a desk, and the unit itself is heavy at about 1.4 pounds, so it stays stable even with larger phones attached. The pad also tilts up to 80 degrees, so it doubles as a stand for watching videos or taking calls.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is in full swing, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (46mm, LTE) is down to $389.99 from $549.99, a $160 discount and its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. That's still $90 more than the 44mm LTE version of the standard Galaxy Watch 8—even while these smartwatches share most of their core features, including Google Gemini, sleep coaching, and Galaxy AI-powered running plans that can help you prepare for anything from a 5K to a marathon.
What you’re paying extra for with the Classic is primarily its better battery life (49 hours in PCMag's testing, where the base model needs a charge every day) and more premium hardware, particularly the stainless-steel case and physical rotating bezel (last seen on the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic), which lets you scroll through menus and notifications without constantly swiping across the screen. The Watch 8 Classic comes in a single 46mm size with Samsung’s five-core Exynos W1000 processor, 2GB of memory, and 64GB of storage (twice that of the base Watch 8).
It’s also built for more than everyday wear, with IP68 dust and water resistance, a 5ATM rating, and MIL-STD-810H certification for environmental stresses such as temperature changes, vibration, and shock. As for its health and fitness features, it covers GPS, heart rate tracking (which is reportedly accurate, according to PCMag), blood oxygen, temperature, and ECG monitoring—all while LTE lets you take calls with your phone left at home. The biggest catch is compatibility, since the watch needs an Android 12 or later phone with more than 1.5GB of memory. Also, Samsung keeps gesture controls, AI insights, and snoring detection exclusive to its own phones.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is underway, and the second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are down to $369 from $449, their lowest price to date, according to price trackers. That $80 discount makes Bose’s combination of excellent noise cancellation, long-wearing comfort, and immersive spatial audio easier to justify, particularly with stronger competition this year from models such as Sony’s WH-1000XM6. For more discounts worth considering during the sale, our ongoing October Prime Day 2026 coverage has more of the latest editor-vetted deals.
Bose hasn't changed the formula much in this second generation—you still get an over-ear design with plush padding and a firm but comfortable clamp for a secure fit. The only noticeable tweak is that the frame now uses a glossy metal finish instead of a matte one, which gives it a slightly more premium feel without changing how it wears.
The feature set is broad and mostly well-executed—these headphones support Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint pairing, so you can stay connected to a laptop and phone at the same time without juggling settings. There is also a USB-C connection for wired listening, which unlocks lossless audio, something many competitors still skip. Plus, they power on automatically when you put them on and slip into a low-power mode when left flat, which is a small quality-of-life upgrade you notice quickly in daily use. Battery life is rated at 30 hours with active noise cancellation turned on, which is in line with most premium options. Bose also lets you charge and listen through USB-C at the same time, a practical addition for long work sessions.
Performance-wise, noise cancellation holds up well across different environments, taking the edge off airplane rumble, muting bus engines, and pushing most café chatter into the background, so you don’t have to keep adjusting volume just to stay immersed, notes this PCMag review. As for the sound, these headphones deliver a rich, bass-forward profile while keeping vocals and detail intact. Tracks with heavy low-end, like electronic or hip-hop, come through with depth and punch without overwhelming the mix, and vocals sound full, though the slightly recessed midrange means guitars and some instruments don’t cut through as sharply. Also, while you do get presets and noise control modes in the companion app, the simple three-band EQ does not give you much room to fine-tune the sound.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is in full swing, and the SimpliSafe 12-Piece Wireless Home Security System with HD Camera is down to $159.99 from $339.99, a nearly $180 discount and its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. It is a fairly comprehensive starter kit for the money, with a base station and keypad, along with five entry sensors, two motion sensors, a key fob, a panic button, and a SimpliCam indoor camera— enough to cover the front and back doors and three windows, with the motion sensors watching a hallway and a living room. Our broader roundup of smart home deals during October Prime Day has more security cameras, smart locks, and video doorbells currently on sale.
Each motion sensor covers 35 feet across a 90-degree field of view, so one placed in a corner can watch a whole room, and both ignore pets under 60 pounds, according to the manufacturer, meaning a cat or beagle shouldn't trip them but a Labrador might. You can arm or disarm the system through the SimpliSafe app, while Alexa and Google Assistant support adds voice controls. Keeping all of that connected is the base station, which uses both Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity and has a backup battery that can keep the system running for up to 24 hours during a power outage.
While the current price covers the equipment and includes one free month of professional monitoring (after which plans start at less than $1 to just over two dollars per day), some features are tied to that subscription, including the panic button’s ability to dispatch police, as well as app alerts and 30-day camera video storage. Without a plan, you can still use the system as a local alarm and arm or disarm it from the keypad or key fob, but you’ll lose some of the remote and monitored features that make the full setup more useful.
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Smart home security gets expensive quickly, especially once you start adding cameras at every entrance and subscriptions on top of the hardware. October Prime Day can take some of the sting out of that initial cost, but the sale ends today, making this your last chance to save. I'm spotlighting deals ranging from a $15.99 indoor camera to complete systems that cover most of a house—and I’ve flagged where local storage, wiring, or a paid plan could increase what you spend later.
These outdoor home security cameras are significantly discounted
Blink Outdoor 2K+: At $30.99, down from $89.99, Blink’s latest flagship is the outdoor camera to buy when you want to spend as little as possible without drilling holes for a power cable. It records in 2K and runs on replaceable batteries, though Blink keeps person and vehicle detection behind its subscription. Blink’s new solar-powered Solaris 2K+ is also discounted for anyone who would rather not keep changing batteries.
Eufy SoloCam S340: At $119.99, down from $199.99, the eufy SoloCam S340 is a strong pick for anyone tired of security cameras that turn basic features into a monthly bill. It stores footage locally on 8GB of built-in eMMC storage and uses on-device artificial intelligence to distinguish between faces, people, and vehicles. Plus, it’s solar-powered, has an IP65 weather resistance, and a 135-degree field of view, making it well-suited to watching over a yard or driveway.
Tapo MagCam 2K+: A PCMag Editors’ Choice, the Tapo MagCam 2K+ is down to $54.99 from $89.99. You can read the full review here, but the highlights are its wire-free setup and support for local storage—handy when you would rather buy a memory card than commit to another monthly subscription.
Google Nest Cam Outdoor: Not an official Prime deal, but Google’s second-generation wired outdoor camera is down to $149.99 from $199.99, and is the natural pick for a Google Home household that wants sharper 2K footage without adding another security app to the rotation (though you’ll need a nearby outlet). You can read PCMag’s full review here, where it earned an “excellent” rating.
Reolink Altas PT Ultra: At $175.99, down from $219.99, this PCMag Editors’ Choice is another subscription-free heavy hitter that's discounted right now, if not on an official Prime Day deal. It records in 4K, can pan nearly all the way around, and starts saving footage (locally via a microSD card up to 512GB) before motion is fully detected, which helps with fast-moving cars.
Eufy Video Doorbell E340 Kit: At $139.99, down from $219.99, the E340 is a strong choice for anyone whose front step sees a steady stream of deliveries. Most doorbell cameras show a visitor’s face but miss the package sitting beneath them; Eufy solves that with a second downward-facing camera. It also supports local storage, so you do not need another monthly subscription just to keep your recordings.
Blink Video Doorbell With Sync Module Core: At $35.99, down from $79.99, Blink’s doorbell is the clear budget pick, especially if you already own other Blink cameras. The included Sync Module simplifies setup, and its replaceable batteries can last longer than the rechargeable packs used by many competitors. The catch is that the Sync Module Core does not store footage locally, so saving recordings requires a Blink subscription.
Arlo Video Doorbell 2K with Chime 2: At $47.49, down from $69.99, this bundle gets one small but useful detail right: it includes an indoor chime, so you do not need your phone nearby every time someone rings the bell. But while its wide view can capture both a visitor and whatever they have left on the ground, Arlo reserves most of its smarter alerts and cloud recording for subscribers.
Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch Deadbolt: Marked down 40% to $170.98 (from $299.99) for the brass color, this deadbolt keypad includes a bunch of nice features, including a fingerprint scanner, backup keyed entry, and a plug-in wifi bridge that extends your lock's battery life. The companion app lets you unlock the door from your phone and monitor who comes and goes with unique access codes, making it a great choice for rental units. Other colors are discounted too, but not as much.
Eufy Smart Lock C220: Down to $94.97 from $169.99, the C220 is useful when your hands are full and digging for keys is the last thing you want to do. You can unlock it with a fingerprint, passcode, app, or physical key, and its built-in wifi means there is no extra bridge to buy. For something fancier, the palm-scanning Eufy FamiLock S3 Max is also discounted to $279.99 from $399.99.
Philips Smart Lock with Handle and Deadbolt: Down to $104.48 from $169.99, this Philips set replaces both the deadbolt and handle, so your door does not end up looking like a patchwork of old and new hardware. And with multiple options, you can unlock it just about however you prefer: with a fingerprint, code, app, voice command, or regular key.
Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Smart Lock: Down to $129.99 from $179.99, this is a particularly good fit for Apple Home users, though it also works with Alexa, Google Home, and SmartThings. PCMag named it the best smart lock of 2024; you can read the full review here.
SimpliSafe Home Security System: SimpliSafe’s 10-piece wireless kit is selling for $224.99, reduced from $373.50, and is the easiest option here for securing several rooms without piecing everything together yourself. It includes indoor and outdoor cameras, plus sensors for doors and movement. Setup is do-it-yourself, though some app features and professional monitoring require a paid plan.
These indoor home security cameras are up to 60% off
Blink Mini 2K+: The newest Blink compact indoor camera steps up to 2K resolution—a noticeable upgrade over the previous 1080p Mini. It plugs into a standard outlet, connects directly to wifi (no Sync Module needed), and delivers person detection, two-way audio, and color night vision for $15.99, down from $39.99.) right now.
Eufy Wired Cam C31: Selling for $39.98 instead of its usual $59.99, the C31 is useful when one fixed camera angle is not enough. It can pan, tilt, and follow movement around the room, which makes it a better fit for checking on pets or children. It also supports local storage and continuous recording, so you are not forced into a subscription just to review earlier footage.
Arlo Essential Indoor 2K: The Arlo Essential Indoor 2K is down to $19.49 from $39.99, and its physical privacy shutter gives it an advantage over competing indoor cameras. The shutter actually blocks the lens when you are home, rather than asking you to trust a setting in an app. Add 2K video and color night vision, and it becomes a practical option for a hallway, nursery, or pet area.
Blink Wired Floodlight Camera: Blink’s wired floodlight camera is just $29.99 during Prime Day—which is a whopping 70% off its $99.99 regular price, making it one of the steepest percentage discounts in the entire sale. It gives you 2600 lumens of light, a camera, and a siren, though its video tops out at 1080p and you will need existing wiring for setup.
Eufy Floodlight Camera E340: The E340 inherits the 360° pan-and-tilt design from the company’s flagship S330, offering auto-tracking with a 3K dual-camera setup and 24/7 continuous color recording. Hardwired for unlimited power, IP65 weatherproofed, and—crucially—no subscription required for local recording, this is a strong pick for driveways or backyards, especially now that it’s down to $149.99 from $219.99.
Reolink Solar Floodlight Camera: For spots where running a wire is impractical, Reolink's solar-powered floodlight camera makes for a great wire-free alternative, at $89.99 (down from $109.99). Solar charging means no outlet needed, and the integrated floodlight plus siren creates an active deterrent on top of video recording. Color night vision, AI motion detection, and local storage round out a strong feature set without a subscription fee.
Arlo Wireless Floodlight Camera: Arlo’s Pro 3 wireless floodlight camera has dropped to $105.44 from $249.99, making it a good option when you want strong outdoor lighting without calling an electrician. Its battery-powered design gives you more freedom over placement, though Arlo keeps cloud recordings and several smarter alerts behind a subscription.
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Amazon's October Prime Day sale has dropped the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar to $679 from its usual $999, taking $320 off and bringing it to the lowest price we've seen so far, according to price trackers. PCMag rated the Smart Ultra "outstanding," highlighting its ability to deliver surprisingly immersive Dolby Atmos audio without requiring a room full of additional speakers. If you don't need Bose's top-tier model, there's a less expensive Prime Day option as well: the Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar, which sits below the Smart Ultra in the lineup, is down to $399 from $549.
The Smart Ultra uses a 5.1.2-channel design with nine drivers, including two upward-firing drivers that bounce sound off the ceiling to create height effects. In practice, that means movies, TV shows, and games feel larger and more spacious than they do through most single-bar setups. Bose also includes its AdaptiQ room-calibration system, which measures your room's acoustics and adjusts the sound accordingly. The process takes a few minutes, but it helps the soundbar perform better across different spaces rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all tuning profile. The soundbar also works as a smart speaker, with Amazon Alexa built in and support for Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth, and multi-room audio through the Bose app.
Its biggest compromise is bass—for a single soundbar, its low end is respectable, but it can't fully replace what a dedicated subwoofer brings to action movies, concerts, or bass-heavy music. The good news is that Bose allows you to expand the system later with compatible wireless subwoofers and surround speakers if you decide you want more impact. For anyone looking for a premium one-piece soundbar that delivers convincing Dolby Atmos effects, clear dialogue, built-in smart features, and a much larger soundstage than TV speakers can provide, the Smart Ultra remains one of the strongest standalone options available, especially at this price.
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Nothing's first over-ear headphones, the Headphone (1), are $110 off for Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, bringing them down to $189 from $299 (their lowest price ever, according to price trackers) during the sale, which runs through Oct. 7. Nothing's newer Headphone (a), which launched in 2026 and earned an "excellent" rating in PCMag's review, is on sale as well, dropping to $129 from $199. For more discounts and the latest offers, check out our extensive Prime Day 2026 coverage.
In line with the company’s design language, these headphones feature transparent elements and bold, geometric detailing that make them stand out from typical matte-black pairs. But the appeal goes beyond the look. These IP52-rated headphones use 40mm drivers, hybrid ANC, and both USB-C and 3.5mm connectivity. They also support high-res audio via LDAC, while Nothing’s companion app gives you basic and advanced EQ controls for adjusting the sound. Battery life is impressive, too, stretching to 35 hours with ANC on and up to 80 hours with it switched off.
But the hardware alone doesn’t define the experience—Nothing’s control scheme is what makes these wireless headphones stand out. Instead of touch panels or clunky buttons, you get a satisfying volume scroll wheel (they call it the Roller), a multi-function Paddle for track navigation, and a customizable button that can switch EQ profiles or noise modes. The tactile design takes a minute to learn, but once you do, it’s intuitive and genuinely useful. You also get spatial audio and multipoint Bluetooth support, which work well across Android and iOS.
Comfort may vary: The earcups aren’t the softest for long sessions, and while they’re padded, the shape might not suit everyone. Performance-wise, the ANC handles low-end noise well (think airplane engines and AC hum) but struggles with sharper, unexpected sounds like clanging dishes or chatter nearby. The sound profile is punchy, especially with a bit of EQ tweaking in the app, but you’ll need to put in some effort if you want the best results, notes this PCMag review.
October Prime Day FAQs
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
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Amazon's October Prime Day sale has the 2024 Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition down to $169.99 from $249.99, taking $80 off the most fully featured version of the Paperwhite. The price is what makes this deal worth a closer look, since Amazon raised prices across most of its Kindle lineup in August, citing higher memory and storage costs. The standard 16GB Paperwhite went from $159.99 to $199.99, so at $169.99, the Signature Edition now costs $30 less than the base model's list price (though it’s currently discounted to $149.99 for Prime Day). Amazon also unveiled a redesigned Kindle lineup just days ago, including an aluminum-backed Paperwhite Signature in a fun Seaglass Green color, but it costs $249.99, and won't ship until October 28.
The Paperwhite Signature shares the standard model's seven-inch, 300ppi E Ink display and IPX8 waterproofing, so taking it to the pool or reading in the bath is fair game. Where it pulls ahead is in the extras, starting with an ad-free lock screen and a front light that adjusts automatically as your surroundings change, saving you from fiddling with the brightness every time you move from a sunny patio to reading in bed. Storage doubles from 16GB to 32GB as well, which is probably more than most ebook libraries need (speaking of, did you know you could get two free ebooks this month?) but leaves additional room for audiobooks, comics, and large PDFs. Audio playback requires Bluetooth headphones, since there’s no headphone jack.
Another convenience you don't get with the standard Paperwhite is 10W Qi wireless charging, although you'll need to provide your own wireless charger and power adapter. The 2024 model also feels noticeably quicker than older Paperwhites, with Amazon claiming 25% faster page turns compared with the 2021 generation—this PCMag review found the difference noticeable when waking the device, browsing the library, and turning pages. None of these upgrades fundamentally changes what a Kindle does (though our guide to lesser-known Kindle features can help you get more out of yours), and with a new generation arriving, the 2024 model is no longer the latest Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition. But at $170 for Prime Big Deal Day, those extras are much easier to justify.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
Is Prime Day a scam?
No. Prime Day is a legitimate online sale from arguably the biggest and most reputable online retailer in the world.
Will Kindles be on sale for Prime Day?
This 2026 October Prime Day, you won’t likely see new Kindles on sale as in previous years. Kindles have gone up in price recently, but there are other non-Kindle e-readers that will be on sale.
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Amazon has taken $100 off the 256GB Apple iPad mini (Wi-Fi + Cellular) for October Prime Day 2026, bringing the compact tablet down to $749 from $849. This is the A17 Pro model Apple introduced in 2024, and while the design will look familiar, the newer chip gives the mini enough power to handle more demanding apps and games, along with support for Apple Intelligence. PCMag gave it an "excellent" rating for its performance and portability, and those remain the strongest reasons to consider it, since you're getting much of what a larger iPad can do in a device that weighs about 10.5 ounces and is far easier to carry around.
That portability comes largely down to the 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display, which is easy to hold for reading, watching something on a flight, or taking notes without balancing a full-size tablet on your lap, though the smaller screen can feel cramped for multitasking or for anyone hoping to replace a laptop. As for storage, the 256GB leaves plenty of room for downloaded movies, photos, and larger apps, and support for the Apple Pencil Pro (sold separately) makes the mini a handy portable notebook or sketchpad.
The 12MP front and rear cameras cover the basics, with Center Stage on the front keeping you in frame during video calls, but what really sets this configuration apart from the cheaper Wi-Fi models is 5G cellular connectivity. Once you add a cellular plan, you can get online while commuting or traveling without relying on public wifi or your phone's hotspot, and Wi-Fi 6E is there for compatible networks at home or in the office. Staying connected does cost a little battery life, since Apple rates the mini at up to 10 hours of web browsing or video playback over wifi and nine hours on cellular data, though your actual results will vary with screen brightness and what you're running.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
Amazon’s October Prime Day is in full swing, and the Sony WH-1000XM6s have dropped to $378 from $459.99, taking about $82 off Sony’s current flagship over-ear headphones and bringing them to their lowest price to date, according to price trackers. Released in 2025, the XM6 builds on an already strong formula with better noise cancellation, more microphones, and plenty of control over how your music sounds. Lifehacker Shopping Editor Daniel Oropeza called them the best over-ear headphones he tested in 2025, a title they still hold, and he singled out both their audio performance and noise cancellation for praise.
That noise cancellation is helped by one of the bigger upgrades Sony made with the XM6 over the previous model—increasing the microphone count from eight on the XM5 to 12. Those microphones help power the active noise cancellation, Ambient Sound mode, and Adaptive Sound Control, so the headphones can respond to what's happening around you and automatically adjust how much outside sound gets through as your environment changes. There’s also plenty to tinker with in Sony’s companion app, including a customizable EQ for dialing in the sound to your preferences. You can even see which Bluetooth codec is currently being used—the XM6 supports LDAC alongside AAC, SBC, and LC3.
Battery life is another reason the XM6 works well as an everyday pair—it can last up to 30 hours with ANC enabled and 40 hours with it switched off, although your actual runtime will vary depending on how you use them. That should comfortably cover a few days of commuting or work, as well as most long-haul flights. Sony has also kept the 3.5mm headphone jack for times when a wired connection makes more sense, such as plugging into an airplane entertainment system or an older audio device.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
Is Prime Day a scam?
No. Prime Day is a legitimate online sale from arguably the biggest and most reputable online retailer in the world.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
Amazon's October Prime Day sale, officially called Prime Big Deal Days, runs October 6 and 7, but discounts on Samsung devices are already live ahead of it, with discounts spanning Galaxy phones and LTE smartwatches, OLED and Neo QLED TVs, curved Odyssey gaming monitors, and Q-Series soundbars. Some of the biggest cuts take as much as $700 off a TV, while several monitors—including the 37-inch Odyssey G7 gaming monitor at $449.99—have dropped to record-low prices, according to price trackers. For more discounts and latest offers as this year's sale unfolds, check out our Prime Day 2026 coverage.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is the least expensive option at $654.99, down from $799.99, its lowest price to date. From there, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is $979.99, down $375 from $1,199.99, making it an interesting step up because it currently costs just $90 more than the smaller 512GB Samsung Galaxy S26, which is $899.99, down from $1,199.99—this PCMag review covers its performance and battery life in more detail, while its S26+ review takes a closer look at the larger model. At the top of the lineup, the 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in Sky Blue is $979, down nearly $421 from $1,399.99. It adds a larger display, built-in S Pen, more capable camera array, all of which are covered in more detail in PCMag's review.
Samsung's foldables give you two very different ways to spend more, and both 256GB models, which launched in August, are already discounted about two months after release. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 in Graphite is down to $989.99 from $1,199.99, a $210 discount on Samsung's flagship clamshell, while anyone who wants more screen can step up to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for $1,549.99, a $350 discount from $1,899.99. PCMag's Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 reviews take a deeper look at the hardware and folding experience of each.
For anyone who doesn't need flagship hardware, the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G (2026) is down to $399.99 from $599.99, its lowest price to date. You can find a deeper look into its performance and cameras in PCMag's review.
The 65-inch Samsung M70H is $427.99 from $477.99, which is its lowest price yet. It's Samsung's entry-level Mini LED model for 2026, with a 4K picture, HDR10+, and access to Samsung's Gaming Hub for cloud gaming services, though its 60Hz panel suits movies and TV better than fast-paced gaming. The 2026 65-inch S90H is $1,497.99—down $400 from $1,897.99, also its lowest price yet—and steps up to an OLED panel with Samsung's Glare Free coating, the NQ4 AI Gen3 processor, and support for up to 165Hz with PC games, along with G-Sync compatibility and FreeSync Premium Pro. This CNET review calls it a more affordable OLED option for bright rooms.
The 65-inch S95F falls about $710 from $2,997.99 to $2,287.95. This is Samsung's flagship OLED from last year, with a glare-free screen, along with excellent contrast, vibrant color, and gaming features including a 165Hz refresh rate. PCMag gave the S95F an "excellent" rating. If you'd rather prioritize screen size, the 77-inch S85F is $1,299.96, down almost $900 from $2,197.99—while it sits below Samsung's S90 and S95 OLED lines, you're also getting a considerably larger screen from Samsung's 2025 lineup for under $1,300.
Speaker of bigger screens, the 75-inch Neo QLED QN70F from 2025 is down to $986.99 from $1,197.99, pairing its larger panel with Mini LED backlighting that works particularly well in brighter rooms. And then there's the enormous 98-inch Samsung U9000H (2026), which is $1,497.99, down from $1,997.99, and brings a 98-inch 4K screen to the same price as the 65-inch S90H, with a 120Hz panel and FreeSync Premium, though it uses standard LED backlighting.
The 32-inch Samsung Odyssey G55C is down to $189.99 from $329.99, a roughly 42% discount and its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. Its curved QHD display pairs a 165Hz refresh rate with a 1ms response time and AMD FreeSync, giving you a substantial step up from a standard 60Hz monitor without pushing the price past $200. The newer 37-inch Odyssey G7 (G75F) gets an even steeper cut, dropping $450 from $899.99 to $449.99, also its lowest price on record. Its curved 4K screen runs at 165Hz and gives you more room than a typical 32-inch gaming monitor without going all the way to a true ultrawide setup.
Speaking of which, the 49-inch Odyssey G9 (G91F) is $649.99, down $350 from $999.99, another record low. Its 32:9 screen works like two monitors side by side with no bezel in the middle, and the 144Hz refresh rate makes it as useful for gaming as it is for multitasking. The 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) keeps that ultra-wide format but swaps in a QD-OLED panel for deeper blacks, stronger contrast, and much faster pixel response you'd expect from the technology—and it's currently $795.99 from $1,299.99, saving you just over $500. For more on this, check out this PCMag review.
Finally, the massive 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 (G95NC) is $1,449.99, down $650 from $2,099.99. Its 7,680-by-2,160 resolution is effectively two 4K displays sitting side by side, wrapped into a single curved Mini LED panel, and it can run at up to 240Hz, though you'll need a suitably powerful PC to make full use of that resolution and refresh rate, notes this PCMag review.
These LTE smartwatches and Q-series soundbars are up to 51% off
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (40mm, LTE) is $219.99, down $80 from $299.99, and earned an "excellent" rating from PCMag for its bright display and comprehensive health tracking. For something more rugged, the 47mm LTE Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)—with a tougher titanium build, longer battery life, and additional outdoor and fitness features—is $469.99, down $180 from $649.99. Plus, the LTE connection of both these smartwatches means they can stay connected for calls, messages, and other online features without your phone nearby.
Samsung's home theater lineup has some sizable discounts as well, starting with the 2026 HW-QS90H at $847.99, down $150 from $997.99. This all-in-one Q-Series soundbar has built-in woofers, making it a good option if you want fuller TV audio without finding room for a separate subwoofer. If you don't mind adding one, the 2025 HW-Q600F is $497.99 (down from $699.99) and pairs a wireless subwoofer with a 3.1.2-channel soundbar and up-firing speakers for Dolby Atmos and DTS.
Moving further up the Q-Series lineup, the 2026 HW-Q800H is $797.99, down $300 from $1,097.99. Along with its wireless subwoofer, this 5.1.2-channel system supports Q-Symphony, which lets the soundbar pair with speakers in compatible Samsung TVs. If you want rear speakers included as part of the package, the 2026 HW-Q990H takes things a step further with a wireless subwoofer and dedicated rear speakers for a more complete home theater setup. It's currently $1,697.99, down from $1,997.99.
Samsung's newest earbuds, which launched alongside the S26 lineup in February, are both on sale. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are down to $189.99 from $249.99, and the Galaxy Buds 4 have hit their lowest price yet at $149.99, down from $179.99. The Pro model gets Samsung's new Adaptive ANC 2.0, an IP57 rating, and a sealed in-ear fit with silicone tips, while the standard Buds 4 uses an open fit with the first version of Adaptive ANC and a lower IP54 rating. PCMag's Buds 4 Pro review goes deeper into the Pro model's sound and noise cancellation.
Last generation's models cost even less, and the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are now $149.99, down from $209, which puts them at the same price as the Buds 4 with a sealed fit, two-way drivers, and adaptive ANC. You can read more in PCMag's review. For the lowest price in this section, the Galaxy Buds 3 FE (2025) are $94.99, down from $149.99, borrowing the Buds 3 Pro's stem design and adding ANC with up to six hours of listening per charge, though they skip multipoint and wireless charging. This CNET review has more on how they sound.
Amazon October Prime Day FAQs
When is October Prime Day?
October Prime Day (actually called "Prime Big Deal Days") begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. This is one of three major Amazon sales throughout the year, and it happens every year during October.
How do October Prime Day deals work?
Prime Day sales, including Prime Big Deal Days, let Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It lasts only two days, so make sure you know everything about the sale before it starts.
What goes on sale during October Prime Day?
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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Amazon's October Prime Day 2026 sale runs Oct. 6 and 7, and discounts on some of our favorite routers and mesh systems are rolling out, from the TP-Link Archer AXE75 for under $100 to the Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro at more than $750 off. You can also follow our Prime Day 2026 Live Blog for the latest offers, and visit our Prime Day Deals Page for more standout promotions as this year's sale unfolds.
The Amazon Eero Pro 7 is a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 system that earned an "excellent" rating in PCMag's review for its strong throughput and signal performance, easy installation, and multi-gig connectivity. And now its three-pack—designed to cover up to 6,000 square feet—is $599.99 (down from $799.99). Each node has two 5GbE ports, making this a good fit for larger homes with fast internet service and plenty of connected devices.
For a cheaper route into Wi-Fi 7 mesh networking, the TP-Link Deco 7 Pro BE63 (two-pack) is down to $321.75 from $349.99. Each unit of this BE10000 tri-band system has four 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports that work as either WAN or LAN, and supports Multi-Link Operation along with TP-Link's HomeShield security tools and built-in VPN support. PCMag's review gives a closer look at its speeds and coverage.
The Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro is currently $943.64, down from its $1,699.99 list price. It combines a quad-band design with Wi-Fi 7 features including 320MHz channels and Multi-Link Operation. It also brings 10Gbps wired connectivity and extensive network-management tools, with PCMag's testing finding excellent signal performance and throughput. The two-piece system is designed to cover up to 8,000 square feet.
The best budget Wi-Fi 7 mesh system for large homes
The Netgear Orbi 370 Series is $360.89, down from $449.99. This four-piece setup supports up to 70 devices and covers up to 8,000 square feet, making it a more affordable way to spread Wi-Fi 7 across a large home. That said, it's a dual-band system that uses the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands without 6GHz, and it tops out at 5 Gbps with a 2.5 Gig Ethernet port—so you give up some of the speed and additional wireless bandwidth of pricier tri- and quad-band Orbi models. This PCMag review looks at how it holds up in detail.
The TP-Link Deco X55 (three-pack) is down to $149.97 from $195. It's a dual-band AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 system designed to cover up to 6,500 square feet, with three Gigabit Ethernet ports on each node for wired devices or backhaul. You miss out on the 6GHz band found on Wi-Fi 6E and newer Wi-Fi 7 hardware, but it's a much less expensive way to replace a single-router setup and address dead zones around a larger home.
The Amazon Eero 6+ is $214.99, down from $299.99, for a three-pack that covers up to 4,500 square feet. Each dual-band Wi-Fi 6 unit supports 160MHz channels and internet plans up to 1 Gbps, and like other Eero systems, it doubles as a Thread, Zigbee, and Matter smart home hub. PCMag's review details how it performs for the price.
At $90 off, the Eero Pro 6E makes more sense if you already own devices capable of using the 6GHz band but aren't ready to pay Wi-Fi 7 prices. The tri-band system supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz connections and earned an "excellent" rating from PCMag, with strong throughput performance and straightforward installation among its strengths. It's an older generation than the Pro 7 above, but at $259.99, the discount makes that compromise considerably easier to justify.
The Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Pro is the cheapest Wi-Fi 6E mesh option in this roundup at $158.88, down about $21 from $179.98. The AXE5400 tri-band system gives compatible devices access to the less congested 6GHz band alongside 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and PCMag found its 5GHz and 6GHz throughput impressive in testing. It doesn't offer the extensive settings you'll find on some enthusiast-oriented systems, but that's less of an issue if you primarily want an affordable, easy-to-manage mesh network.
The Asus ROG Rapture GT6 is $80 off, bringing our gaming mesh pick to $269.99, down from $349.99. This tri-band Wi-Fi 6 system has a 2.5Gbps WAN port, a dedicated gaming LAN port, and gaming-oriented traffic controls, along with a second 5GHz band that can be used for wireless backhaul. PCMag found it delivered strong throughput and signal performance, and a two-pack can cover up to 5,800 square feet, making it a useful middle ground between a traditional gaming router and a whole-home mesh system.
The TP-Link Archer AXE75 is down to $89.99 from $119.99. It's a tri-band AXE5400 router with separate 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, and PCMag gave it an "excellent" rating for its strong 5GHz performance, easy installation, and 6GHz connectivity. Its Ethernet ports top out at 1Gbps, so this isn't the router to buy for a multi-gig internet plan.
The Eero Max 7 is down $180 to $419.99 (from $599.99), matching its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. It pairs tri-band Wi-Fi 7 with two 10GbE and two 2.5GbE ports, giving it plenty of wired bandwidth for multi-gig internet and other high-speed network hardware. PCMag gave it an "excellent" rating for its speedy throughput, strong signal performance, and easy setup, although some parental controls and security features require an Eero Plus subscription.
For gaming, the TP-Link Archer GE800 is $57 off at $542.99 (regularly $599.99). This BE19000 tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router supports Multi-Link Operation and 320MHz channels and pairs its wireless bandwidth with serious wired connectivity, including 10Gbps and 2.5Gbps Ethernet. There are also gaming-focused traffic prioritization and network-management tools—this PCMag review finds its 5GHz and 6GHz throughput particularly strong.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, the October edition of Prime Day, runs Oct. 6 and 7, and Bluetooth speaker discounts from Soundcore, Ultimate Ears, JBL, and Marshall are live. Prices range from $19.99 for the Select 4 Go to $249 for the Marshall Stanmore III, with plenty of options in between, whether you want something small enough to throw in a backpack or a larger speaker with enough volume for a backyard gathering. For more discounts and the latest offers, check out our extensive Prime Day 2026 coverage.
Save up to nearly $90 on these Anker Soundcore speakers
The Soundcore Select 4 Go is $19.99, down from $34.99, and its IP67 rating, floating design, and carrying strap make it easy to take to the beach or clip to a backpack—while the Soundcore 2 is $28.48, down from $44.99, and is better suited to a desk or kitchen, with 12W of output and up to 24 hours of playback.
For outdoor use, the Soundcore Boom Go 3i is $55.99, down from $79.99, and pairs an IP68 rating with 24 hours of playback and a battery that can charge a phone. The Soundcore Boom 2 is $84.99, down from $129.99, and steps up to a built-in subwoofer, up to 80W of output, and a floating body for a backyard or pool, which this in-depth review by PCMag breaks down further.
The Soundcore Motion X600 is $139.99, down from $199.99, and uses five drivers, including one that fires upward, to create spatial audio for listening at home. This PCMag review looks at it more closely. The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is $161.47, down from $249.99, the largest discount in this group, and its 140W output, 20-hour battery, and floating design suit larger outdoor gatherings, as PCMag's review covers in more detail.
All four Ultimate Ears speakers here are IP67-rated for dust and water, starting with the Ultimate Ears Miniroll at $47.49, down from $79.99. It's a flat, palm-sized speaker with a silicone strap for handlebars or a bag and 12 hours of battery life, though it doesn't work with the Ultimate Ears app for EQ adjustments—this PCMag review gives a closer look at how it performs for its size. The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is $56.99, down from $99.99, and adds 360-degree sound, a floating body, 14 hours of playback, and an Outdoor Boost mode for open spaces.
The Ultimate Ears Boom 4 is $99.99, down from $149.99, and keeps the cylindrical shape of earlier Boom models while switching to USB-C charging, with 360-degree sound, a floating design, and 15 hours of battery life. The Ultimate Ears Everboom is $139.99, down from $178.99, and is the most outdoor-focused of the four, with 20 hours of playback, a Bluetooth range of up to 55 meters, an Outdoor Boost button, and a carabiner for clipping it to a bag or tent.
The JBL Go 5 is $39.95 (regularly $54.95) and has an IP68 rating, up to 10 hours of playback with Playtime Boost, and AirTouch, which pairs two Go 5s for stereo when you tap them together. The JBL Clip 5 is $59.95, down from $79.95, and builds in a wide carabiner for hooking onto a bag or belt, along with an IP67 rating, up to 15 hours of playback with Playtime Boost, and EQ controls in the JBL Portable app.
The JBL Grip costs $69.95, down from $99.95, and adds an IP68 rating, Auracast, and AI Sound Boost to limit distortion at high volume. PCMag's review gives a closer look at how it sounds for its size—while the JBL Flip 5, an older model from 2019 with 20W of output, an IPX7 rating, and 12 hours of battery life is currently is $89.95, down from $99.95. This PCMag review covers it in more detail.
The JBL Charge 6 is $149.95, down from $199.95, and is the largest JBL speaker here. It's rated for 24 hours of playback plus four more with Playtime Boost, and it has an IP68 rating, a removable strap, and a built-in power bank for charging a phone. It also supports lossless audio over USB-C. For a detailed breakdown of its performance, check out this PCMag review.
The Marshall Emberton III is $99.99 (down from $179.99), pairing Marshall's amp-inspired styling with two 10W drivers, an IP67 rating, and a battery rated for more than 32 hours. There's also a built-in microphone for calls and multipoint Bluetooth support. If you like Marshall's design but don't want a speaker permanently tethered to an outlet, the Emberton III is the obvious place to start. For something larger while still staying portable, the Marshall Middleton is $149.99, down $170 from $319.99. It carries the same recognizable Marshall styling in a bigger design than the Emberton III, giving you a step up if you want more substantial sound without moving to one of the brand's plug-in home speakers.
Speaking of which, the Marshall Acton III and Marshall Stanmore III are home speakers that plug into the wall. The Acton III is $189.99, down from $299.99, and is the smallest model in Marshall's home lineup. It has 60W of amplification, Bluetooth and 3.5mm inputs, and analog bass and treble knobs on top—this PCMag's review covers in it more detail. The Stanmore III is $249, down from $399.99, and steps up to 80W while adding an RCA input, which makes it a straightforward match for a turntable with a built-in preamp. PCMag's review gives a closer look at its sound and setup.
These Bose soundbars are up to $120 off for Prime Big Deal Days
Bose’s SoundLink Plus is currently $179, down from $269, and is built for taking your music outside, with an IP67 rating that protects it from dust and water and up to 20 hours of battery life to get you through a full day away from an outlet. PCMag’s review has more on how it sounds in practice. For more power, the larger SoundLink Max is $279 (down from $399), with the same battery life and IP67 protection, and a USB-C port that can charge another device. It’s the better fit if you want to fill a larger space with sound rather than keep things compact. This PCMag review looks into its performance in more detail. Both models are also at their lowest prices to date, according to price trackers, making either size a better buy than usual.
The compact Sony SRS-XB100 is $43, down from $64.99, making it the least expensive Sony speaker here. It's small enough to carry easily, with an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance and up to 16 hours of battery life. PCMag's review goes into more detail on its sound and performance. The Sony ULT Field 1 is $68, down from $139.99, and gives you a larger portable option without a major jump in price. It has an IP67 rating, a shock-resistant design, and up to 12 hours of battery life, while Sony's ULT button boosts the low end when you want more bass. PCMag's review takes a closer look at how it performs.
Moving up in size, the Sony ULT Field 3 is $148, down from $209.99. It extends battery life to up to 24 hours and keeps the IP67 protection and ULT bass boost, while its detachable shoulder strap makes the larger speaker easier to carry. You can read more about its sound and features in PCMag's review. The Sony ULT Field 7 is the biggest option of the group at $448, down from $499. It's built more for parties and larger spaces than tossing into a bag, with up to 30 hours of battery life, an IP67 rating, and lighting around the speaker drivers. It also has inputs for a microphone and guitar if you want to use it for karaoke or live music. PCMag's review has a closer look at its performance.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
This tri-band router spreads traffic across 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands, with support for newer Wi-Fi 7 features including Multi-Link Operation and 320MHz channels. Plus, all five of its ports (one WAN port and four LAN ports) run at 2.5Gbps, meaning a desktop, a gaming console, and a NAS can each pull multi-gigabit speeds at the same time. You also get a USB 3.0 port for plugging in an external drive, with the whole thing managed through TP-Link's Tether app or a web interface.
As for its performance, it reportedly delivers excellent top speeds, and its range performance holds up well across a multi-level house, so you should still have enough bandwidth for large downloads, 4K streaming, and other demanding tasks happening simultaneously in different parts of the home. Its EasyMesh support also means you can pair it with another certified router or extender later. That said, while the BE550 has very good range for a standalone router, it’s not a mesh system, so speeds naturally decline as you move farther away or between floors, and you may need that second EasyMesh unit after all. Also, its WAN port tops out at 2.5Gbps, so peak speeds fall short of what a router like the eero Max 7 can hit, though that only becomes a problem if your internet plan is faster than 2.5Gbps.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
Is Prime Day a scam?
No. Prime Day is a legitimate online sale from arguably the biggest and most reputable online retailer in the world.
What goes on sale on Prime Day?
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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A two-pack of Eero Max 7 (two-pack) has dropped to $799.99 from $1,149.99 for October Prime Day 2026, taking $350 off and bringing the mesh system to its lowest price on record, according to price trackers. It's still an investment, but the Max 7 sits at the top of Eero's lineup and carries an Editors' Choice and an "excellent" rating from PCMag for its combination of raw speed and ease of use. For everything else you need to know about this year's sale, check out our Prime Day deals page.
These are tri-band Wi-Fi 7 units with a BE20800 rating and ten antennas apiece—and with each unit covering up to 2,500 square feet and supporting more than 250 connected devices (according to the manufacturer), the two-pack has enough reach for 5,000 square feet under ideal conditions, which should handle most houses. The Max 7’s wired connectivity is also generous for a mesh system, with 10GbE and 2.5GbE ports giving you three LAN connections on the router and four on the node. That means a desktop, a game console, and a NAS can all run wired while the system still has room for a wired backhaul between units, which is the single best thing you can do for mesh performance if you have Ethernet in the walls.
Beyond handling your wifi network, this setup can also double as a smart home hub, with Thread, Matter, and Zigbee support built in so compatible smart bulbs, sensors, and other devices can connect without requiring a separate bridge. That said, there's no USB port, so plugging in a drive to share across the network isn't an option here. More significantly, as PCMag's review points out, parental controls and network security tools sit behind a paid subscription (eero Plus, starting at $9.99 per month), meaning the spending continues after the hardware is paid for. Wi-Fi 7 also only pays off if your devices support it.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
Amazon's October Prime Day 2026 sale has officially begun, and discounts on smart home devices are live, across just about every corner of the category, from $13 smart plugs and sub-$30 security cameras to robot vacuums with hundreds of dollars knocked off their usual prices. Whether you're looking to add a 2K/4K camera to the backyard, swap your deadbolt for a smart lock, automate a few appliances, or finally hand floor-cleaning duties over to a robot, these are the October Prime Day smart home deals worth knowing about.
A lot of these are sitting at their lowest prices on record (according to price trackers), and the range is wide enough that you could outfit a whole house for the cost of one premium robot vacuum. For more on the October Prime Day sale, you can browse more deals and sale announcements on our Prime Day Deals page.
Blink’s Wired Floodlight Camera is $29.99, down from $99.99—a 70% discount on a camera that pairs motion-triggered floodlights with 1080p video, though it needs existing wiring, according to this PCMag review.
Ring Spotlight Cam Plusis $79.99 (regularly $149.99). Also at a record low, this is the battery model, so placement is flexible, with its built-in spotlight giving you color footage at night.
For wireless options, the Eufy Security SoloCam S340 is $119.99, down from $199.99—it’s more expensive upfront, but Eufy stores footage locally, so there's no subscription bill afterward, and the solar panel means you may never charge it by hand. PCMag gave it an “excellent” rating, with its review offering a closer look at how those features perform in practice.
If you need multiple cameras, a two-pack of the Arlo Essential Wired Outdoor Camera is $59 (originally $69), its lowest price yet, which works out to just under $30 per camera. Each records in 2K and has motorized 360-degree pan and 180-degree tilt for wider coverage, though you'll need an outlet near each mounting spot, notes this PCMag review.
For even more coverage, the Tapo MagCam C460three-pack is $199.99, down from $399.99, cutting the usual price in half. That works out to about $67 per 4K camera.
Blink Mini 2K+is $15.99 (was $39.99). The cheapest thing on this list by a distance, and at its lowest price ever. Fine for keeping an eye on a pet or a back door, though cloud storage requires a Blink subscription.
The Ring Indoor Cam is $24.99, down from $49.99. It comes with a manual privacy shutter for when you don't want a camera watching your living space; this PCMag review goes into more detail. For only $5 more, the newer Ring Indoor Cam Plus is $29.99 (was $59.98) and bumps the resolution from 1080p to 2K. PCMag gave this model an “excellent” rating in its review. Both cameras are at their lowest prices yet.
The Eufy Security Indoor Camera E30 steps up to a 4K sensor with 360-degree pan-and-tilt and automatic tracking that follows movement around a room. It is currently $52.24, down from $69.99.
Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ with Chimeis $44.99 (was $109.98). A record low on a 2K doorbell bundled with the chime you'd otherwise buy separately, and the wire-free installation makes it renter-friendly. For more on its performance, check out this PCMag review.
Moving up slightly in price, the Arlo Video Doorbell 2K (2nd Gen) with Chimeis $47.99 (was $69.99). Its square aspect ratio gives you a head-to-toe view of visitors while also showing packages left on the doorstep, an advantage PCMag highlights in its “excellent” review.
If you're already using other Ecobee devices, the Ecobee Smart Video Doorbell is $119.99 (was $159.99) and slots neatly into the same ecosystem. It also integrates with Apple Home, something you won't find on every doorbell in this price range. PCMag's review has more on how it works.
The Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 Kit with Chime is $139.99 (was $219.99) and uses dual cameras: a front-facing one for visitors and a downward-facing one for packages left at your door. It also supports local storage, so you can use it without a subscription. PCMag gave it an “excellent” review.
Eufy has four locks discounted, and they climb steadily in both price and ambition—the Smart Lock C220 at $94.97, down from $169.99, is the entry point and reads a fingerprint in well under a second. The Smart Lock Front Door Lever Set at $129.98, down from $189.99, replaces the handle as well as the deadbolt and is weather-rated for exposed doors, while the FamiLock E34 at $195.99, down from $279.99, swaps fingerprints for palm vein recognition, handy for when your hands are wet or cold. And at the top sits the Video Smart Lock E330 at $189.98, down from $299.99, combining a video doorbell into the deadbolt itself with local storage support.
The Philips Wi-Fi Smart Door Lock is $104.47 (was $142.49), its lowest price yet, and has a touchscreen keypad that lets you hand out temporary access codes to a cleaner, dog walker, or guest. For essentially the same price, the Philips Wi-Fi Keypad Door Lock with Handle at $104.48 (was $179.99) includes both the deadbolt and matching handle, making it the better fit if you want to replace the entire lock assembly in one go.
Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Door Lockis $108.53 (was $149.99), with fingerprint, keypad, and app entry, plus a rechargeable battery that needs a USB-C top-up once or twice a year instead of fresh AAs.
If you'd prefer to combine several front-door devices into one, the myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock with 2K HDR Video Doorbell Camera is $142.50, down from $199.99.
Discounted robot vacuum and mops from Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and more
iRobot has five Roombas discounted, all at record lows—the Roomba 415X is $398.99, down from $799.99, with self-emptying, self-cleaning, and obstacle avoidance that steers reliably around cables and shoes. The Roomba 505 and Roomba 505X are both $469.99, down from $999.99, sitting a tier above on navigation and mopping. The Roomba Plus 415 is $499.99, down from $599.99, while the Roomba 705X rounds out the group at $699.99, down from $1,399.99, adding an extending mop arm that reaches into corners other models skim past.
Roborock's five span the widest range of anything here—the Robot Vacuum Mop with LiDAR at $199.99, down from $299.99, packs 10,000Pa of suction and LiDAR mapping into a machine you still empty yourself, while the Qrevo S Pro at $384.99, down from $699.99, adds mop lifting for carpets and a dock that washes and dries. It is also the most well-rounded midrange pick here. Moving up, the Qrevo Edge 2 at $784.99, down from $1,299.99, and the Qrevo Edge 3 Pro at $984.99, down from $1,499.99, both use extending side brushes and mops for proper corner coverage, with the Edge 3 Pro adding stronger suction for houses mixing carpet and hard floors.
Shark's four are the value end of the category—the AI Ultra Robot Vacuum at $249.99, down from $599, gets you a self-emptying base for a fraction of what most cost, and the Matrix Plus at $229.99, down from $449.99, adds mopping and a cleaning pattern that goes over the same patch repeatedly. The Stratos and PowerDetect are both $399.99, down from $549.99, with the former offering an odor-neutralizing base that counts in a home with pets and the latter ramping suction automatically when it detects carpet or heavier debris.
Eufy's three cover the budget-to-premium span—the Omni C20 at $319.98, down from $549.99, is the cheapest route here to a dock that washes mop pads as well as emptying the bin, while the E25 at $569.98, down from $999.99, is a $400 cut on a machine whose dock runs noticeably quieter than most when emptying. At the top of Eufy's lineup here, the Omni S2 is $1,279.99 (was $1,599.99). It's still a significant investment despite the $200 discount, but you're getting Eufy's more advanced cleaning and automation features in one machine.
Ecovacs rounds out the category with two steep cuts—the Deebot T90 Pro Omni is $499, down from $799.99, taking $300 off a machine built with long hair and pet fur in mind, thanks to a brush design that resists tangling. For something more premium, the Deebot X12 Omnicyclone is $799, down from $1,499.99, a $700 discount on a model whose bagless dock means no replacement bags to keep buying.
Amazon's Echo smart speakers and displays are on sale starting at $39.99
October Prime Day discounts have brought Amazon's entire Echo smart-speaker lineup down in price, starting with the Echo Dot at $39.99, down from $79.99, still the easiest way to add voice control to a spare room, and the Echo Spot at $54.99, down from $109.99, which adds a small display that makes it a better bedside clock. The Echo Dot Max at $79.99, down from $119.99, has enough low end to work as a real kitchen music speaker, and the Echo Studio at $179.99, down from $219.99 and its lowest price yet, is the only Echo genuinely built for listening instead of just asking about the weather. All of these support the AI assistant Alexa+.
The Echo Show displays are discounted across the range too, and they scale by where you plan to put them—the Echo Show 5 at $59.99, down from $99.99, is nightstand-sized, while the Echo Show 8 at $124.99, down from $199.99, reaches the point where recipes and video calls become readable from across a counter. The Echo Show 11 at $149.99, down from $249.99, splits the difference, and the wall-mounted Echo Show 15 at $249.99, down from $349.99, is built to serve as a family calendar and note board. The Echo Show 21 at $349.99, down from $499.99, is large enough to double as a small kitchen TV. All of these support the AI assistant Alexa+.
Amazon’s Smart Thermostatis $56.99 (was $79.99), and is the cheapest way to get scheduling and remote control, though it has no built-in display worth speaking of and leans on the app.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhancedis $164.99 (was $199.99), with support for remote room sensors, so the temperature reflects where people actually are instead of the hallway.
These smart plugs and power strips start at under $13
Amazon Smart Plugis $12.98 (was $24.99). A record low, and the simplest way to put a lamp or coffee maker on a schedule.
Kasa’s Smart Plug Power Strip KP303is $24.98 (was $29.98), and it gives you three independently controlled outlets plus surge protection, useful behind a TV stand.
Eightree 5GHz Smart Plug (4-Pack)is $33.99 (was $39.99). Four plugs for the price of one Hue, with energy monitoring and 5GHz support that many cheap plugs lack.
Tapo’s Smart Wi-Fi Power Stripis $39.99 (was $49.99),and withMatter support, it works across Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home instead of locking you into any one ecosystem.
Amazon October Prime Day FAQs
When is October Prime Day?
October Prime Day (actually called "Prime Big Deal Days") begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. This is one of three major Amazon sales throughout the year, and it happens every year during October.
How do October Prime Day deals work?
Prime Day sales, include Prime Big Deal Days, let Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It only lasts two days, so make sure you check outeverything we know about the sale.
What goes on sale during October Prime Day?
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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October Prime Day 2026 deals are live, and 65-inch TVs are where the cuts have landed hardest, with sets from Samsung, Hisense, Sony, LG, TCL, Roku, Toshiba, and Amazon all marked down and several sitting at their lowest prices on record, according to price trackers. The range runs from budget QLEDs under $500 to OLED panels and art-display TVs built to look like framed artwork when they're off-duty. For more on the October Prime Day sale, you can browse more deals and sale announcements on our Prime Day Deals page.
Samsung has three 65-inch sets discounted right now—the S90H, at $1,497.99 down from $1,897.99, is the one to reach for if picture quality and gaming both matter to you, since its OLED panel handles dark scenes without the grey wash you get from backlit sets, the glare reduction keeps it watchable in a room with afternoon sun, and variable refresh rates up to 165Hz cover anything a current console or PC can throw at it.
The S85H is the more affordable OLED option at $1,297.99 (down from $1,597.99) and its lowest price yet, giving up some brightness and processing compared with the S90H while keeping the per-pixel lighting that makes an OLED worth it in the first place. The Frame Pro is the outlier here at $1,597.99, down from $1,797.99, and because it's more than either OLED on this list, choosing it on picture quality alone doesn't hold up—a point PCMag's review makes as well. What you're paying for is the matte finish and art-mode design, which earn their keep if what you want is a screen that can pass for a framed piece of art.
Hisense covers the budget-to-midrange spread here, with the 65-inch U6 Pro at $647.99 (was $1,099.99)—a steep cut on the entry-level mini-LED, which combines strong contrast, a matte anti-reflective coating to keep glare down, and a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming. PCMag’s review has more on how this TV performs. At the other end is the 65S7SG Canvas TV, Hisense's take on the art-display TV, with an anti-glare matte screen and art mode while landing under nearly $850 under The Frame Pro.
TCL has two 65-inch mini-LED TVs on sale, with a $78 difference between them. The 2025 QM6K is $647.99 (down from $799.99)—and PCMag gave it an “excellent” rating for its strong contrast, accurate colors, and low input lag, though the review found its brightness less impressive. Still, its local dimming helps produce deeper blacks than you’d typically get from a standard LED TV. The 65QM64L sits a step below at $649.99, down from $699.99, trading away some of the QM6K's dimming zones in exchange for being the cheapest way into mini-LED on this list.
Sony’s 65-inch Bravia 6 OLED is $1,298, down from $1,999. The brand’s processing is still one of the best in the business at cleaning up older or lower-quality sources, which counts for a lot if your viewing skews toward cable, catalogue films, or anything that wasn't mastered yesterday. Amazon’s 65-inch Ember QLED is $709.99, down from $849.99—with Fire TV and Alexa built in, it’s an easy fit for a home that already uses Echo speakers and voice commands to control other devices.
Finally, Roku's 65-inch Plus Series TV is down to $429.99 from $649.99, making it the cheapest way on this roundup to get a large screen with Roku’s streaming interface built in. It also has a QLED panel and full-array local dimming, though its 60Hz refresh rate makes it better suited to streaming and casual gaming than to getting the most out of a newer console.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day in October?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
What happens on Amazon Prime Day?
On Oct. 6 and Oct. 7, Amazon will have a big online sale for Prime Members with many products going for their lowest price of the year.
What goes on sale on Prime Day?
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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As October Prime Day 2026 is in full swing, Amazon has cut prices across its entire Fire TV Soundbar lineup, which covers everything from a basic two-channel bar meant to replace your TV's built-in speakers to a full 5.1 setup with a wireless subwoofer and rear surrounds. For more on the sale, you can check out our Prime Day deals page for coverage of this year’s event.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar is $79.99 (was $119.99), making it the least expensive option in the lineup for anyone who wants a step up from TV speakers for everyday viewing—it's a 24-inch, two-channel bar that supports DTS Virtual:X and Dolby Audio, though it doesn’t have Dolby Atmos or a separate subwoofer. Despite its name, it's an audio-only soundbar and requires a Fire TV streaming stick for you to get any of the Fire TV experience. For more on this soundbar, read PCMag’s review here.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plusis down to $139.99 from $249.99, and the extra money over the base model gets you a dedicated center channel that helps make dialogue easier to follow, along with a built-in subwoofer, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X support. That said, it doesn’t have up-firing drivers, so the Atmos effect stays largely horizontal, but the center channel does real work on mumbled dialogue in prestige dramas. As with the base model, this one also handles audio only and needs a Fire TV device for any of the streaming features. This PCMag review has more detail on how it performs.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar with Alexa Voice Remote Pro is $139.98 (was $154.98). This pairs the entry-level bar with the upgraded remote, which adds backlit buttons, two customizable shortcuts you can set for favorite apps or Alexa commands, and a remote finder (for when it inevitably disappears into the couch). If you don’t specifically want the remote, though, the Soundbar Plus is a more capable soundbar for just $5 more.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus with Subwoofer is $234.99, down from $374.99. This configuration takes the same 3.1-channel bar and pairs it with a separate wireless subwoofer, which gives bass-heavy scenes and film scores considerably more weight than the bar's built-in woofer can manage on its own—and at $95 more than the discounted Soundbar Plus, this is the option I'd consider if fuller bass is a priority. Keep in mind that it doesn't add rear speakers, so you're still working with a 3.1 setup and sound that stays in front of you.
Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus with Subwoofer and Surround Sound Speakersis $379.99, down from $489.99. This is the complete 5.1 package, adding two rear speakers to the 3.1 bar and wireless subwoofer, so action scenes and other surround effects come from behind you, rather than only from the direction of the TV—but it costs $150 more than the discounted soundbar and subwoofer bundle, so it’s worth considering how much you want that surround-sound effect. Also, while the rear speakers connect to the soundbar wirelessly, each still needs a power outlet.
October Prime Day FAQs
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
How long is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
What time does Prime Day start?
October Prime Day starts Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. PT / 3:00 a.m. ET.
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October Prime Day 2026 is here, and one of my favorite deals is this refurbished Kindle Scribe—the 64GB model is down to $319.99 right now, and since a brand-new unit costs $449.99, the savings are significant, especially given Amazon recently hiked its price for Kindles. The smaller configurations are discounted too, so if 64GB is more than you need, the 32GB version is $299.99 (down from $377.99) and the 16GB version is $284.99 (down from $359.99)—with only a $15 difference between them, I’d go with the 32GB model for twice the storage. As for its “like-new” status, it means Amazon has cleaned, inspected, and cleared the device to function like a new unit, just without the shrink wrap.
If you're not a Kindle person and are considering alternatives, you might want to check out this roundup of the best e-readers that aren't a Kindle, by our deputy editor Joel Cunningham. For a fuller picture of what else is discounted, our Prime Day deals coverage rounds up the standout promotions from this year's sale.
This is the Scribe with the Premium Pen bundled in, and paired with its 10.2-inch E Ink screen, it offers a nice balance of size and sharpness, with 300 ppi, and an adjustable cool- to warm-toned front light, which helps during long reading sessions. But even with that crisp display, it’s still grayscale, and the lack of color does feel limiting when compared to competitors. The software has gotten better, though—note-taking now includes direct annotation on books via something called Active Canvas. Just don’t expect the fluidity of an iPad or Supernote. Also, according to this PCMag review, things like drawing arrows or circling aren’t supported, and even Amazon’s AI features (like cleaning up your notes or summarizing) feel a little half-baked, considering the Scribe’s price point.
That said, for pure reading, the Scribe still holds up. It’s light, looks good with its aluminum frame, has ample storage, and offers a battery that can last over two months with basic use. If you’re writing or sketching regularly, that drops to around three weeks—but even then, it’s more than respectable. You do need your own USB-C charging brick, though. And unless you like slippery backs, a case is basically required. Still, at $85 off, this version makes more sense than it ever did at launch.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
Is Prime Day a scam?
No. Prime Day is a legitimate online sale from arguably the biggest and most reputable online retailer in the world.
Will Kindles be on sale for Prime Day?
This 2026 October Prime Day, you won’t likely see new Kindles on sale as in previous years. Kindles have gone up in price recently, but there are other non-Kindle e-readers that will be on sale.
The draw here is covering a whole property without wiring anything, since all six devices run on AA lithium batteries. Each Outdoor 2K+ camera shoots 2K video with color night vision, carries an IP65 weather rating, and offers 4x zoom, so you can check whether a box on the porch is yours or get a clearer look at a car in the driveway. That said, color night vision depends on ambient light, with the camera falling back to black-and-white infrared vision when there isn't enough of it. As for Blink's two-year battery claim, it assumes efficiency settings at 1080p and typical use, so running everything at full 2K with constant motion events will shorten that estimate, notes this PCMag review. These cameras also work with accessories made for the Outdoor 4, including its floodlight mount and battery extension pack (sold separately), for anyone wanting to build the system out.
Coming to the doorbell, it records at 1920 x 1920 with a square 140-by-140-degree view that shows a visitor head to toe, and it can be mounted wire-free or connected to an existing doorbell, which is the only way it will trigger your mechanical chime; otherwise, you'll need a Blink Chime to hear it ring indoors. You’ll also get a Sync Module Core in the box to help connect all these cameras, but it cannot store clips locally, so saving and sharing footage after the 30-day trial means paying for cloud storage, with plans starting at $4.99 per month or $49.99 for the first year (and $69.99 annually thereafter) for one camera or 19.99 per month, or $149.99 for the first year before renewing at $199.99 annually for unlimited devices. Without a subscription, you can still use live view and receive motion alerts.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day in October?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
Is Amazon Prime Day worth it?
Yes, we’ve done the math, and it’s worth it for most people.
How does Prime Day work?
Prime Day lets Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It only lasts two days, so make sure you check out everything we know about the sale.
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The Ultimate Ears Miniroll is down to $47.49 on Amazon from its $79.99 list price ahead of October Prime Day, and price trackers show that’s the lowest it has sold for so far. It’s a small, flat, puck-shaped Bluetooth speaker that weighs just over half a pound, with a removable rubber strap you can attach to a backpack, bike handlebar, or shower caddy. For more on the October Prime Day sale, you can follow the latest offers as they come in on our Prime Day 2026 Live Blog, or browse the standout deals and sale announcements on our Prime Day Deals page.
Despite its size, the Miniroll can get surprisingly loud—which PCMag confirms in its review—and at moderate volume, it has enough sound for a kitchen or backyard without sounding thin. Its 40-meter Bluetooth range also means you can leave your phone inside while the speaker sits on the patio, and if you have more than one Miniroll, a long press on the play button connects them through PartyUp for more volume or stereo sound. As for its battery life, you get about 12 hours of playback before it needs a charge over USB-C, while its IP67 rating protects it from dust and a brief dunk in water.
That said, the Miniroll does have its limits, especially with bass-heavy music. Hip-hop and electronic tracks can sound thinner than they would on a larger speaker, and once you turn the volume past roughly 80%, the sound starts to lose definition, and the speaker itself can vibrate. There's also no companion app, meaning no equalizer, no EQ presets, no codec switching, and no find-my-speaker function, so what you hear out of the box is what you get permanently.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
What time does Prime Day start?
October Prime Day starts Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. PT / 3:00 a.m. ET.
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The Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera is down to $39.99 at Amazon for October Prime Day, a sizable discount from its $99.99 list price and, according to price trackers, its lowest price to date. At that price, you’re getting a home security camera and a motion-activated floodlight in one unit, making it an easy way to cover a backyard, driveway, side yard, or whichever corner of your property never seems to get enough light. For more on the sale, our Prime Day Deals page rounds up standout discounts and other promotions.
The real appeal, though, is that there's no wiring to deal with, because both the camera and the floodlight run on batteries. That flexibility also extends to placement—since the camera connects over wifi, as long as you have a decent signal, you can install it without having to plan around a nearby outlet, notes this PCMag review. The setup pairs a motion-activated floodlight with a 1080p camera, powered by four D-cell batteries and two AA batteries, respectively. Naturally, you’ll need to keep an eye on battery life over time and replace the batteries periodically, but it’s otherwise fairly straightforward. When the camera detects movement, the floodlight kicks on with up to 700 lumens of brightness, which should be enough to illuminate a driveway, side yard, or other dark area around the house, while the camera records in 1080p. It also has infrared night vision, so you can continue monitoring the area after dark even when the floodlight isn't on.
The bigger consideration is the ongoing cost if you want more than basic camera access. Blink’s subscription plans start at $3.99 per month for one device and $11.99 per month for unlimited devices, with cloud storage, video history, and advanced alerts among the features tied to the paid plans. You do get a 30-day trial to see whether those extras are useful before committing, but anyone who wants to keep recorded clips in the cloud should factor the subscription into the overall cost. For those who prefer local storage, you’ll need to purchase a Sync Module XR and a MicroSD card with up to 256GB of storage separately, since the included Sync Module Core doesn’t support local backups.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day in October?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
What happens on Amazon Prime Day?
On Oct. 6 and Oct. 7, Amazon will have a big online sale for Prime Members with many products going for their lowest price of the year.
What goes on sale on Prime Day?
Since Prime Big Deal Days happens in the fall, you're likely to see more deals on gaming and indoor gym equipment. Amazon has already announced some of the 35 categories that will be on sale, including beauty, tech, kitchen, fashion, and home. Some brands Amazon has already mentioned are: Shark, Princess Polly, Soundcore by Anker, UGG, Nest New York, Sony, Tarte, Adidas, and Barefoot Dreams.
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Amazon has discounted the Philips Wifi Keypad Door Lock with Handle from its usual price of $142.49 down to $99.25 for October Prime Day 2026. For that price, you’re getting a smart deadbolt, keypad, fingerprint reader, app controls, and a matching handle set in one package. Many smart locks at this price only replace the deadbolt, so the included handle makes this feel like a more complete front-door upgrade without having to buy extra hardware. For more on the October Prime Day 2026 sale, you can browse our entire Prime Day coverage.
The day-to-day convenience is the real reason to consider it—since it connects directly to 2.4GHz wifi, there's no separate bridge or hub to buy, plug in, or troubleshoot later. Once connected, you can unlock the door with your fingerprint, enter a PIN on the keypad, use the Philips Home Access app, or stick with a physical key when needed. The app is especially useful if you need to check whether the door is locked, see recent access history, or let someone in while you're not home—it lets you create different types of codes for different people, including one-time codes for guests or recurring codes for cleaners, dog walkers, or family members. It also works with both Alexa and Google Assistant, so checking whether the front door is locked can be as simple as asking a smart speaker.
Philips says the lock is designed for doors between 1⅜ and 1¾ inches thick, and installation should be manageable with a screwdriver, though replacing both a deadbolt and handle still takes some patience. Once installed, you can set it to re-lock automatically within zero to 180 seconds after closing. In all, this is probably more smart lock than you need if you only want a basic keypad. But if you want app control, fingerprint entry, guest codes, and a cleaner-looking handle set in one box, this Philips deal makes sense at just under $100.
October Prime Day FAQs
How long is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6 and ends on Oct. 7.
What time does Prime Day start?
October Prime Day starts Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. PT / 3:00 a.m. ET.
How does Prime Day work?
Prime Day lets Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It only lasts two days, so make sure you check out everything we know about the sale.
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A GoPro is great for capturing footage, but not so much if you get frustrated lugging it around on your adventures. That’s the advantage of the GoPro Lit Hero: At just 3.3 ounces, it’s small enough to slip into a jacket pocket or keep clipped to a bike helmet. And for October Prime Day, the Lit Hero is down to $179.95 from its $270 launch price, the lowest price recorded by price trackers so far. For more on the October Prime Day sale, you can follow offers as they come in on our Prime Day 2026 Live Blog or browse our Prime Day Deals coverage.
It records up to 4K at 60fps, captures 12MP photos, and is waterproof down to 16 feet without needing extra housing, making it practical for casual travel, cycling, beach trips, or quick vacation clips. Startup speeds are fast, autofocus works reliably, and the battery lasts around 90 minutes of continuous shooting (the battery is sealed and cannot be swapped out mid-day). The built-in LED light is also brighter than expected for a camera this small, although it feels more useful underwater or during emergencies than for everyday clips.
On the minus side, its 1.76-inch touchscreen is extremely small, and navigating menus can be tricky, especially if you're outdoors or have wet hands. Because there are barely any physical controls, almost everything depends on tapping through menus on that tiny display. There’s also no built-in image stabilization; instead, you have to transfer footage into the GoPro Quik app and apply stabilization afterward, which adds an extra step. While the image quality is decent in bright conditions, the small 1/2.8-inch sensor struggles in dimmer environments, producing softer footage with visible noise. If you're into color grading or tweaking your footage later, you won’t get much flexibility here either, since there’s no log mode or meaningful manual control to work with.
Overall, the Lit Hero feels less like a smaller Hero Black and more like a compact point-and-shoot action camera for beginners who care more about convenience and size than image quality—but if those are major factors for you, it's a good bet at the current discount.
October Prime Day FAQs
How does Prime Day work?
Prime Day lets Prime Members shop online for thousands of products with big discounts. It only lasts two days, so make sure you check out everything we know about the sale.
Is Prime Day only for Prime Members?
Yes, you will need to be a Prime Member to shop the exclusive sales during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days. Prime membership starts at $14.99 per month.
When is Prime Day in October 2026?
October Prime Day is a two-day event that starts Oct. 6, 2026 and ends on Oct. 7.
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Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is well underway, and the 75-inch Hisense U6SF Pro has dropped to $749.99 from $1,399.99—its lowest price to date, according to price trackers. The rest of the U6 Pro lineup is discounted as well, so you can pick up the same TV in sizes from 55 inches to a massive 100 inches, for anyone with the room for something closer to a home-theater-sized screen. As for the TV itself, it’s a 2026 model that sits below the U7SG (also on sale for $997.99, from $1,099.99) in Hisense's lineup as the brand's entry point into Mini LED, pairing a 4K panel and local dimming with a matte, anti-reflective coating meant to cut down on glare, notes this PCMag review.
For a budget set, the U6 Pro gets a lot right when it comes to picture quality—its high peak brightness helps it hold up during a sunny afternoon in a living room with big windows, so a daytime football game or cooking show won’t look washed out, while its excellent contrast and effective local dimming keep dark scenes looking deep when you settle in for a movie at night. It also does a good job cleaning up lower-quality content, which is useful for older cable broadcasts or compressed YouTube videos—and its Fire TV interface makes it easy to jump between those kinds of content and the major streaming services without needing a separate streaming device.
The U6 Pro also brings plenty to the table for gaming, with HDMI 2.1, VRR, ALLM, and a 144Hz refresh rate that PC gamers can push to 240Hz at a lower 1080p resolution. That said, the panel’s slow response time and poor motion performance can reportedly make fast-moving scenes look noticeably blurry. Viewing angles are limited too, with the picture losing quality fairly quickly when you move off-center—and its built-in speakers aren’t particularly impressive either, so a soundbar could be worth budgeting for. Still, if all you want is a 75-inch TV with strong contrast, good brightness, and modern gaming features without crossing the $800 mark, the 75U6SF Pro is worth a look.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day begins Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7, 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
This 2026 Samsung release is an entry-level 4K smart TV with a Mini LED backlight, running on the Tizen interface and loaded with Samsung Vision AI features. It supports HDR10+ and Auto HDR Remastering, which aims to enhance older content, while Pure Spectrum Color keeps colors looking natural. It runs on an NQ4 AI Gen2 processor that handles upscaling, so lower-res content looks cleaner on the 4K panel.
It has a native 144Hz refresh rate and Samsung’s Gaming Hub, making it a good pick for gamers; the TV supports HDMI 2.1 and variable refresh rate, including AMD FreeSync Premium. Still, fast-moving scenes may show some blur, so while it will perform better than a standard 60Hz budget TV, it might not be the first choice for those shopping primarily for a gaming TV. The M80H has built-in Alexa and AirPlay support, along with Tizen’s usual broad catalog of streaming apps.
Despite being a solid starter TV, it doesn’t include local dimming, meaning that dark movie scenes may look more gray, HDR brightness is limited, and it’s not the best for very bright rooms. Plus, it only has three HDMI ports. But for under $550, the 65-inch Samsung M80H TV is still a strong choice for casual gaming and everyday use in most rooms.
October Prime Day FAQs
When is Prime Day?
October Prime Day is Oct. 6 and runs through Oct. 7. It happens every year during October.
When does Prime Day end?
October Prime Day ends on Oct. 7 in 2026. It’s a two-day online sale.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
October Prime Day is the fall version of Prime Day, which is the biggest sale Amazon hosts during the spring, summer, and fall. You can find deals on many categories during the sale, including tech, tools, appliances, apparel, and more.
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.
Amazon is currently offering a 50% discount on the 75-inch TCL QM8L SQD-Mini LED TV, bringing its price down to $1,497.99 from $2,999.99, its lowest price ever, according to price trackers. That's a pretty significant price cut for a television that only came out earlier this year, especially considering PCMag gave it an outstanding rating and its first Lab Award for being the brightest LED TV it has tested. The discount also extends to the 65-inch model, now $1,197.99 (from $2,499.99), along with steep cuts on the larger 85- and 98-inch versions. You also get free delivery to a room of your choice, a service that normally costs $19.99, though unpacking, assembly, packaging removal, and haul-away aren't included.
Beyond the price, the QM8L has TCL’s slim “Zero Border” bezel for a clean, minimalist look—but its brightness is the real draw, with PCMag measuring an impressive 3,504 nits. And while that falls well below TCL’s advertised 6,000-nit peak, it is still enough to make HDR highlights stand out and keep the picture easy to see in a sunlit room—an area where Mini-LED televisions generally have an advantage over OLED models. TCL pairs that brightness with up to 4,000 local dimming zones and Halo Control, which limits the glow around bright objects and brings the contrast closer to OLED. CNET was similarly impressed, giving the QM8L an 8.8 out of 10 and naming it the best television its reviewer had tested in 2026.
Gaming support is equally comprehensive, with a native 144Hz refresh rate, variable refresh rate, and four HDMI 2.1 ports capable of accepting 4K video at 144Hz. Beyond gaming, Dolby Vision and HDR10+ cover movies and streaming, while Google TV brings together your apps and adds Gemini voice controls. As for audio, its Bang & Olufsen audio system works with Dolby Atmos and produces better sound than many built-in TV speakers. While it cannot give you the deep bass or directional effects of a dedicated surround-sound system, it may still be enough for someone who wants to avoid adding a soundbar immediately.
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