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Labor Day 2024: Best deals on tech and more on Amazon

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Ah, Labor Day — time for burgers, poolside relaxation and unbeatable deals! Whether you’re in the market to upgrade your tech, add smart home gadgets or finally score that item you’ve been eyeing, I’ve got you covered.

Below are the top Labor Day sales you can’t afford to miss. Ready, set, scroll!

Tech and smart home

NETVUE Birdfy AI smart bird feeder: Solar-powered camera and auto AI that captures each type of bird (25% off).
REVLON One-Step Volumizer: This combo hairdryer and brush means you can dry, style and volumize in one step — and for way less than a Dyson hair tool (48% off).
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd-gen): Wireless earbuds with better noise canceling, plus Transparency mode for when you’re somewhere busy and need to hear what’s around you (24% off).
Apple MacBook Air with an M3 chip: The latest and greatest model of Apple’s 15-inch laptop works with the new Apple Intelligence and has 16GB of unified memory and 512GB SSD storage (15% off).
LEVOIT top-fill humidifiers: Soon, winter will take its toll on your skin. Fix that dryness with a quiet, easy-to-fill humidifier large enough for any room in the house (25% off).
Roku Express 4K+: If your streaming device is about to bite the dust, grab this one while it’s on sale. It comes with a voice remote and supports high-quality content (27% off).
Blink Mini 2 plug-in smart security camera: HD night view, a built-in spotlight, two-way audio and motion detection (25% off).
iHealth no-touch forehead thermometer: A nice upgrade if you use the stick-under-your-tongue kind. Infrared, big LED numbers and ultra-sensitive sensors (56% off).
Anker USB-C hub (5-in-1): A must if you use a laptop and have lots to plug in. This includes a 4K HDMI port, a 5 Gbps USB‑C data port, two 5 Gbps USB‑A ports and a 100W PD-IN port (29% off).
Anker Prime power bank: Powerful enough to charge a 13-inch MacBook Air with an M2 chip 1.28 times or an iPhone 14 about 4.67 times (17% off).

Everything else

Chom Chom roller pet hair remover: A reusable lint roller that works on furniture, carpet, clothing, bedding and anything (and everything) else (29% off).
Eddie Bauer cotton percale bedding set: The kind of sheets that look crisp and feel cool (28% off).
Kitsch satin pillowcase: Good for your skin (fewer wrinkles) and hair (less frizz) and they zip up (17% off).
TubShroom tub hair catcher: Gross, I know, but not as gross as pulling a hairball out of the drain (25% off).
Hydro Flask 40 oz. tumbler: Everyone is carrying those big insulated tumblers because they’re great at keeping your drinks cold all day (25% off).
Columbia hiking boots: They’ll last you for years. Both women’s and men’s styles are on sale right now (up to 52% off).

Be sure to check out sales on Amazon devices (think Echo, Kindle, Ring, Fire Sticks and all kinds of TVs), Ninja small appliances and cookware, and customer favorites.

Have a few minutes to browse all the deals? Here’s your link!

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Amazon Labor Day sales: Deals on home goods and tech

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If you know me, you know I love a sale. Amazon’s Labor Day weekend deals are here, and I did some digging so you don’t have to. Here’s a link to everything on sale if you want to browse. Have fun!

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🐦 The early bird gets the deals

The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale is Oct. 8 and 9, but you don’t have to wait — some sales already started this week. Lucky us!

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K – 40% off
Apple iPad (9th-gen) with the super-fast A13 Bionic chip and a 10.2-inch Retina display – 40% off
Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker – 13% off
COSRX snail mucin – 40% off
Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner – 17% off
BISSELL Little Green portable carpet and upholstery cleaner – 19% off
4-pack of Apple AirTags – 20% off

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Great deals on tech upgrades

You’re gonna love these!

Need a new mouse? This one from Logitech is 25% off.
Charge all your tech with this genius combination wall charger surge protector. It’s 35% off!
Turn your iPad into a laptop with the case I use and love. It’s from Apple and 28% off.
These $5.95 cheat sheets for Excel are so helpful. Or pick up this bestselling book for more in-depth help.
Keep all your tech like new with a handy 10-in-1 cleaning kit (20% off). Good for keyboard, earbud and speaker crud!

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Best Prime Day deals for work AND play

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Today’s the last day to snag these Prime Day steals. They should really rebrand it to Prime Days … I found these fabulous deals to help you work hard and play hard, at home or on the go.

🛒 If you’re still shoppin’ around, hit this link that takes you to the Prime Day sales. I’m sure you’ll find something for yourself or to give as a gift.

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Amazon Prime Day: 30 can’t-miss deals live now

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The Amazon Prime Day sale is here! (Dumb name, since it’s today and tomorrow.)

You’ll need an Amazon Prime account to score the discounts. If you’re not a member, use this link to try it free for 30 days. Just remember to cancel if you don’t want to get charged.

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More early Prime Day deals

Chop-chop! This four-in-one vegetable chopper saves time on dinner prep and it’s 40% off.
🔥 Summer party trick alert! Change the color of the flames in your firepit with these packets — on sale for a pack of 25.
Organize your fridge with clear plastic bins, now on sale ($19 for eight).
If you’re in the market for a portable generator, it’s a good time to snag this well-reviewed model for 29% off.
Update your router with a crazy-cheap Amazon eero model (43% off, $40) that’s supported through 2029. Extend your coverage with a three-pack mesh Wi-Fi system for $100, more than half off.

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Don’t miss these early Prime Day deals

Amazon Prime Day starts Tuesday, but you can get a jump-start on deals now.

Don’t care about the latest and greatest Apple AirPods? Get a deal on an older model that works great (47% off, $69).
Upgrade your home office with a single-serve Keurig coffee maker for 40% off. Comes in cute colors, like pink or light ocean blue.
These leakproof bento box-style containers rarely go on sale, but they’re 30% off now in your kids’ or grandkids’ favorite colors. Hey, I want one for snacks …
Upgrade your external storage with 44% off a five-star-reviewed 1TB portable SSD. It looks nice, too.
Grab a quality digital meat thermometer for your summer grilling needs. It’s 52% off now — only $9.99.

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Fourth of July deals: Best I found on Amazon

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If you’ve been around a while, you know I love a deal. I’m a bargain shopper through and through. And you can always count on me to share a good holiday sale.

Before you get to the flag-waving, hot dog grilling, pool splashing and sparkler lighting, browse this list. Happy shopping and happy Fourth!

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Kitchen appliances won't be this cheap again until next Prime Day

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Your kitchen is missing a few things, but the usual prices drive you up a wall. It’s Prime Day to the rescue! These kitchen appliances will improve how you eat, preserve food and improve your nutrition. It’s time to upgrade an essential room in your house where you spend family time and make it a more enjoyable place to be with these deals.

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Feelin’ like summer

Sounds like a gimmick, but the Chill-O-Matic cools a can in 60 seconds. Right now, it’s 14% off, too!
If you’re living on the porch this summer, this outdoor Wi-Fi extender (20% off) gives you better internet out there.
Forget a wet bandana. A neck fan (21% off) is your new gardening best friend.
When the kitchen is full of fruit flies, plug in one of these sticky traps. All the grossness is on the back, phew.
Love these LED lights ($9.99) that pop onto outdoor umbrellas. Dinner alfresco? Yes, please!

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What a deal: I have AirTags on, well, everything — my cars, my boat, my dog and even my husband. No, seriously! Barry loses everything. Right now, a four-pack is the lowest price I’ve ever seen, at $79.

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$0 donuts and coffee

At Krispy Kreme this month. The chain is celebrating Independence Day with a free Fourth-themed donut every Tuesday and free iced coffee on Fridays with your purchase. Nothing says “freedom” like fried dough.

Splash into summer

Reusable “water bombs” have a light, magnetic reseal, which means endless hours of water fights without the balloon mess. An 8-pack is 25% off.
Forget the lame inflatable tube. This pair of floating chairs is 20% off.
It’s a drink holder, a snack holder, a rainbow and it lights up. It’s your new favorite pool accessory.
Bring your playlist to the pool with a floating light-up speaker, a deal at 44% off.
Don’t want your bum on the hot concrete? Use a poolside mat to cushion your tush. This one is 12% off.

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Summertime essentials for the kids

Entertain the kids, grandkids, neighbor kids or your inner kid with these fun, hot-weather staples. Get ‘em now so you’re ready anytime!

🎈 Amazing! Fill and tie 100 water balloons at once in just a minute. So much easier than back in the day.
Or go with reusable water balloons (10% off, $8.99). No bits to clean up after the fun!
🏖️ The best little toy shovels (29% off, $9.99) for digging in the sand or dirt. Get the kiddos to pull weeds while they’re at it!
24 chunky sticks of sidewalk chalk (50% off, $9.99) for doodlin’ and hopscotch. Do kids still play hopscotch? I sure hope so.
🌽 Or grab a cornhole set, which you’ll enjoy playing even after the kids leave.

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It’s grillin’ and savin’ season

Jump on these limited-time discounts before they’re gone! These are grillin’, sizzlin’ steals.

Oil sprayer bottle – $7.39 (57% off now): This high-quality glass bottle sprays and pours oil, so it’s great for dressings, griddles and grilling, roasting, and baking. No more buying expensive Pam! This is refillable and reusable. Nice.
Instant thermometer – $14.99 (40% off now): This thermometer is easy to read, with a large 3-inch dial and backlighting with a three-second response time. You can use it with meats, grilling, baking, liquids, deep frying and candy making.
Kitchen dishcloths – $9.99 (23% off now): This six-pack of super-absorbent waffle-weave dish towels is a steal! Don’t forget to check the coupon box for an additional 40% off. I sure did!
All-purpose KitchenAid scissors – $8.09 (33% off now): Every kitchen (and household!) needs a great pair of safe, stainless-steel scissors. These are dishwasher-safe, too.
10-in-1 food and vegetable dicer and slicer – $29.99 (40% off now): This eight-blade vegetable chopper, onion mincer, cutter, dicer, egg slicer — you name it — is a kitchen must‑have.

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Tech on a budget: You don’t have to spend $200 or more for high-quality earbuds. Raycons have studio-quality sound and a whopping 32 hours of battery life, and they fit comfortably in every ear with precise fittings. Grab ‘em for 20% off (and free shipping!) at BuyRaycon.com/kim.

Check out 15 must-haves that are still on sale at Amazon

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Didn’t get everything you wanted for Christmas? Well, we’ve got great news. There are still tons of sales going on at Amazon.

Don’t wait for all these great deals to disappear. Grab the gifts Santa forgot or start buying next year’s birthday, Valentine’s Day, anniversary or “just because” presents.

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If you’re brave enough to shop on Black Friday, you know the importance of a game plan. Some folks prepare by lacing up their running shoes; others are ready to throw some elbow jabs. We prefer the non-violent approach: Showing up bright and early to get a head start on the action.

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