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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!

Labor Day sales are all about home goods

Floating acrylic shelves for the bathroom, closet, bedroom — wherever — for 40% off. (Be sure to click the box for the extra coupon.)
I want this masticating juicer like they use at fancy health shops. It’s 90% off!
Vacuum sucks (or doesn’t, I guess)? Upgrade to a Dyson cordless model that’s $120 off.
If you have pets, this option from Bissell is 28% off.
Fresh, fluffy white towels make me feel like I’m at a posh hotel every time I shower.
I’m an air fryer gal. You’ll never go back, trust me. Healthy, easy, crispy food!
Organize your summer blankets and clothes into zip-up storage bags (almost 50% off) instead of shoving them into a closet.
These wineglasses look like a designer set that costs four times the price.
I can’t stand clothes falling off the hangers. Velvet hangers hold fabric in place and look so nice. Woo, 40% off!
Calling all hat people! These hangers make storing them easy. No more smooshed hats.
Make your house smell like pumpkin spice with a big Yankee Candle for under $17.
Fall you deserves a big, fuzzy blanket for movie night. So many fun colors and 33% off.
Sweet deal on a mini Ninja blender for your morning smoothies.
The only thing better than soup season is a veggie chopper to make it easier. It’s 40% off, and click the coupon for an extra $5 off.
I know from personal experience the dentist will stop guilting you to floss if you use a Waterpik regularly.

Of course, I found tech sales, too

Upgrade your 10-year-old Kindle. The latest model is 15% off.
Don’t like Alexa listening? Get a Bose Bluetooth speaker you control from your phone. It’s 30% off.
I love AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones … and I sure wish I’d paid this price for them.
I should get one of these for the office — a walking pad to get steps while you take meetings or watch TV. Never seen ‘em this cheap.
Not enough outlets? Surge protectors to the rescue for 50% off!
Upgrade your Wi-Fi with a mesh wireless router. The latest model from eero is 20% off.
Everyone should have a super-slim power bank for charging their phones on the go.
I like having a solar power bank on hand for emergencies, too. Can’t beat this price.
Jackery’s portable power station is almost 50% off. It’s a good backup if your power goes out (or way more power than you’d ever need for camping).
For security, I recommend a separate machine for online banking. This Chromebook is under $200.

Not a Prime member? Grab a 30-day free trial. If you don’t want to pay for it, set a calendar reminder to cancel before it ends.

🗄️ Did you hear the CEO of Ikea is now the prime minister of Sweden? He’s currently assembling his cabinet (lol).

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.

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.

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Get $30 off an air purifier that removes viruses from your home and office

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COVID-19 is far from a thing of the past. If you want to protect those precious to you, it’s good to take precautions. Air purifiers add a layer of protection against viruses, bacteria and other allergens.

This Instant Air Purifier removes 99.9% of viruses, smoke and other harmful airborne particles. This gadget comes with 3-in-1 filtration features: HEPA-13, activated carbon and antimicrobial coating.

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3 smoking computer and server deals from Dell's Semi-Annual Sale

Here at the Komando HQ, we use the best computers for business. In other words, we use Dell setups. If you’re a fan who wants a similar setup to our resident pros, you’re in luck.

Right now, our sponsor Dell is throwing its semi-annual sale, which slashes prices on some of its best computers. You can even snatch up to 45% off the desktop we use around the office. We searched the sale and pulled out three of the best deals you can get for a limited time.

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