Amazon Prime Day Archives

Kim’s picks under $50

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I dug through the Prime Day treasure chest to find the best gadgets, home helpers and little luxuries, all under $50. And yep, some are even under $10. Let’s jump in.

Fab finds under $50

Your show’s on: Amazon’s Echo Show 8 (17% off) has an adjustable stand. Perfect for video calls.
Goodnight, moon: Got a little one? They’ll love this color-changing night light (49% off).
Pillow talk: Chill out and sleep deep on these cooling memory foam pillows (30% off).
Solar + wireless: Fast-charge your phone with the sun using a waterproof power bank (20% off).
Backyard MVP: Crank this nine-foot outdoor umbrella (40% off) for instant UV protection.
My heart’s racing: A digital arm cuff (19% off) tracks your blood pressure. Plus, FSA/HSA eligible.
Junk in your trunk? Keep it all in place with a car trunk organizer (20% off). Great for groceries.
Slice ‘n dice: Finally, chop onions without tears using this kitchen vegetable chopper (22% off).
I scream, you scream: We all scream for an ice cream maker (30% off) that works in just 20 minutes. Delish.
Chaos, meet your match: This woven storage basket (23% off) actually blends in with your decor.

Smart picks for $25 (or less)

Hold the phone: This rotating phone mount (34% off) fits snug in your car’s cup holder.
Booty = upgraded: Step up your home workouts with these resistance bands (23% off).
We have a spa at home: Add a few drops of oil into this diffuser (30% off) and enjoy your “me” time.
Bye-bye double chin: Tighten your jawline with a neck & face massager (22% off) for some DIY anti-aging.
Polish like magic: All you need is a microfiber polishing towel (20%) and water. Boom, zero streaks.
Something to smile about: Brighten on the go with this teeth whitening pen (62% off), and wait 10 minutes.
Spoiled snacks? Not anymore. A mason jar vacuum sealer (24% off) keeps them fresh.
Let the spice flow: Your countertop’s missing a revolving spice rack (32% off). Yep, 16 jars preloaded.
Bake like a pro: Whip up your grandma’s secret cookie recipe with a non-stick pan set (33% off).
Your new drinking buddy: Whether it’s slim or tall, this can cooler (35% off) fits them all.

Steals under $10

Digging in your purse? Grab a felt bag organizer (63% off). Neat compartments, instant sanity.
Fast charge, no tangle: These USB-C cables (40% off, five-pack) are all braided. Love that.
Your brewer’s spa day: Keep your coffee fresh with this maintenance kit (55% off) that has descaling solution.
Jot this down: Use a set of gel pens (20% off, six pack) for journaling, notes or doodling during meetings.
Nice shades: Protect your glasses in microfiber pouches (31% off) that double as lens cleaners.
Bye, chapped lips: This hydrating balm set (40% off) comes in six flavors. USDA organic and 100% natural.
Painless detangling: Stop the yanking. Get a hairbrush (61% off) that glides like butter.
Soothe your stomach: Mix some nausea relief powder (58% off) with water and sip. Ah, much better.
No drilling, no fuss: Stick this shower squeegee (37% off) to any smooth surface. Bonus: Two hooks included.
Wipe those paws: A non-slip dog door mat (33% off) catches the mess. Human-rated, too.

Prime perk alert: Amazon is giving Prime members a $15 credit just for uploading a photo with Amazon Photos. Just add one pic through the app, and boom, free cash. It’s already included in your membership, so don’t miss it! While you’re at it, click this secret link for more Prime Day deals.

More stuff I use and love? It’s all in my Amazon storefront.

Kim’s Picks: Shop my cart (for a limited time)

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Since you loved my Amazon Prime Day picks yesterday, let’s keep it going. I’ve rounded up 30 more steals I know you’ll love. But hurry, these discounts end after Friday. So many things on these lists make great gifts, too.

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Last call for ‘Prime Day’

⏰ Quick, there’s still time to grab the best of the best.

🚗 Need a jump? Start with a smart battery charger (40% off) that works for campers, ATVs, you name it.

🔋 Watch your battery: A key chain charger (44% off) can power any Apple Watch and fits in your pocket.

⚡ Transfer data, fast: Photographers, you need this little SD card reader (38% off) with dual slots.

🤓 Screen time saver: Ease eyestrain with these blue-light-blocking glasses (37% off). Handy case included.

📱 Snap pics underwater: Just snag some waterproof phone pouches (20% off) that work up to 100 ft.

💧 Thirsty? This 10-cup pitcher (20% off) comes with a 200-gallon filter that lasts five times longer than the rest.

🍳 Secret sauce: Grab a nonstick saucepan (35% off) that works on any stovetop. PFAS- and PFOA-free, too.

🛀 Luxury within arm’s reach: All you need is a foldable bathtub tray (15% off) to hold your tablet, drink and more.

✨ Gentle clean, every time: Cetaphil’s hydrating foaming cleanser (20% off) is perfect for sensitive skin.

💩 Drop it in: These heavy-duty toilet cleaning tablets (28% off, 12-pack) tackle stains and odor with every flush.

🛒 Don’t miss out! Head to my Amazon storefront to scoop up the rest of my Komando-approved Prime Day deals before they’re gone.

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Global tech outage wreaks havoc

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A software update by CrowdStrike took down tons of computer systems around the world. Banks, businesses, hospitals, and more were all impacted. Plus, Amazon Prime Day updates and Zoom’s demand for a return to the office.

Amazon Prime Day: 30 smart buys you don’t want to miss

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It’s Amazon Prime Day, so the super sale is on. I did the hard work for you. Not everything you see pitched on Amazon is a deal, but these are the best ones you definitely need to check out.

First things first: You need a Prime membership to get these discounts. Not a member? Click here to try it free for 30 days. Just don’t forget to cancel if it’s not your thing.

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Prime Day picks under $25

💸 Who says you need to spend big to score big? Check these out.

All under $10:

👛 Digging in your purse? Grab a felt bag organizer (63% off). Neat compartments = instant sanity.
🔌 Fast charge, no tangle: These USB-C cables (40% off, five-pack) are all braided. Love that.
☕ Your brewer’s spa day: Keep your coffee fresh with this maintenance kit (55% off) that has descaling solution.
💋 Bye, chapped lips: This hydrating balm set (40% off) comes in six flavors. USDA organic and 100% natural.

🐾 Wipe those paws: A nonslip dog doormat (33% off) catches the mess. Human-rated, too.

And still under $25:

📱 Hold the phone: This rotating phone mount (34% off) sits right in your car’s cupholder.
✨ Polish like magic: All you need is a microfiber polishing towel (20%) and water. Boom, zero streaks.
😁 Something to smile about: Brighten on the go with this teeth whitening pen (62% off), and wait 10 minutes.
🫙 Spoiled snacks? Not anymore. A mason jar vacuum sealer (24% off) keeps ’em fresh.
🍪 Bake like a pro: Whip up your grandma’s secret cookie recipe with a nonstick pan set (33% off).

📸 Prime perk alert: Amazon is giving Prime members a $15 credit just for uploading a photo with Amazon Photos. Just one pic through the app and, boom, free cash. It’s already included in your membership, so don’t miss it!

🛒 More stuff I use and love? It’s all in my Amazon storefront.

We may earn a commission from purchases, but our recommendations are always objective.

Prime Day must-haves

🛒 I’ve sifted through the fake reviews. Here are the real winners.

🍽️ Chopped price: From veggies to charcuterie, these bamboo cutting boards (29% off, four-pack) got you covered.

🫒 Oil be back: Spritz your favorite foods with a sprayer bottle (20% off). No Skynet needed.

🫖 Tea-riffic kettle: This electric kettle (15% off) boils fast, is BPA-free and has 4.4 stars and 63,000+ reviews.

🔌 You’ve got the power: Playing outlet Tetris? A wall charger (29% off) gives you six outlets and three USB ports.

🪛 Just screw it: A pocket-size electric screwdriver (33% off) with a set of 12 metal bits? Yes, please.

😁 Show off your smile: This Oral-B electric toothbrush (40% off) has three cleaning modes and a travel case.

🧽 Your grill’s clean slate: Scrub off yesterday’s burgers with a griddle cleaning kit (21% off).

🪲 Bye-bye, bugs: Finally, some ant & insect spray (44% off) that handles pests without harsh chemicals.

🧼 Handy sanitizers: These travel-size Purell bottles (15% off) are TSA-friendly and fragrance-free.

📅 These deals end Friday: Load up your cart before they disappear, and head over to my Amazon storefront for more Prime Day savings.

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’Twas the night before ‘Prime Day’

🌃 And all through Amazon, the deals were already dropping.

📱 Your phone’s lifeguard: These waterproof cases (41% off, two-pack) have 4.5 stars and 21,000+ reviews.

🏷️ Stick with it: An ink-free label maker (52% off) is pure organizing bliss. Type, tap, done.

💡 Glow and behold: The sleekest LED floor lamp (10% off) you’ll ever plug in. Yep, it doubles as a bookshelf.

🐦 Flyby footage: Bird-watch in HD with this smart bird feeder (30% off). Bonus: color night vision.

🧳 Luggage mishap, aborted: A digital luggage scale (16% off) saves me from paying overweight fees.

⚡ Your tech will thank you: This cleaning kit (20% off) tackles gunky ports and even bad connections.

👉 More early deals? Just one click away on my Amazon storefront and this handy page.

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‘Prime Day’ is coming in hot

⏰ Forget the countdown. The deals are primed and loaded.

🔥 S’more power to you: A tabletop firepit (19% off) brings campfire vibes home. No backyard? No prob.

🍕 Leftovers, meet your match: Stack up to five slices in these pizza containers (18% off, two-pack).

↔️ Mind the gap: Silicone stove gap covers (23% off) catch runaway crumbs. 4.3 stars with 68,000+ reviews.

👍 Top-tier spinner: Up your pantry game with a nonskid turntable (15% off). Two levels, 10 color options.

🍽️ Your sink’s sidepiece: This dish drying rack (5% off) drains water straight into your sink.

🥤 Stanley Cup collector? Show off up to nine of them with a tumbler organizer (15% off).

💸 Why wait to save? Scoop more early deals here and on my Amazon storefront.

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Early ‘Prime Day’ goodies

🤑 Why wait till next week? The deals are already knocking.

💪 Get a grip: Skipped the gym? This resistance band kit (38% off) brings the burn home.

❤️ Pressure’s off: Keep tabs on your heart with a blood pressure monitor (5% off) that remembers your last 99 readings.

📚 Shelf-improvement: This bookshelf (15% off) is sleek, sturdy and actually easy to assemble (gasp).

👋 Bye-bye, blemishes: Heart-shaped pimple patches (23% off) are so cute, you’ll want to wear them.

🧽 #Nofilter needed: Blend like a beauty guru with a makeup sponge set (33% off).

💍 For your bling: Organize ’em in a jewelry box (45% off) with 4.8 stars and 11,000+ reviews.

✅ Ready, set, go: Hit this secret link for the rest of the pre-deals I couldn’t fit here.

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Guide to Amazon Prime Day: Returns and what to expect

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Prime Day is coming up on July 16th and 17th, but there’s a catch for frequent returners. Amazon is cracking down and it might affect your shopping spree.

Amazon Prime Day sales give away this secret

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How is the economy doing? Just look at Amazon Prime Day sales. Here’s what you need to know, in 60 seconds.