Fourth of July deals: Best I found on Amazon

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!

Hit the road, Jack

Or get cozy at home 

✅ There are more deals to be had, of course. Hit the full list here on Amazon.

🇬🇧 Amidst all the distractions this Fourth of July, let’s not forget what we’re celebrating: The British blew a 13-colony lead!

Our favorite cleaning products to get your home sparkling

Over the next couple of days, the team and I are sharing what you’ve been asking me for all month: Shopping picks! The goal is to take all the dread out of checking all your people off your list.

Some of you will think this is weird, and others will shout, “Me too, Kim!” I love getting my house sparkling clean after Thanksgiving. I put on some tunes, scrub every corner and then the house is ready for Christmas decorations. Here are some tools to make it easier.

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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.

Things NOT to buy on FB Marketplace

I love saving money as much as the next person, and buying big-ticket items used is a good way to do it. Facebook Marketplace is a super easy way to score deals near you … but there are certain things you should stay far away from.

These handy magnetic cord organizers have so many uses around the house

Whether working from home or at the office, a tidy desk keeps you productive and happy. You don’t want to drive yourself mad looking for that thumb drive lying next to the keyboard yesterday, right?

Save some space with a desk lamp that also wirelessly charges your phone. Use a compact power strip to get all your devices under control. Tap or click here for some great products to get things organized.

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How to get the best Memorial Day deal

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There’s a load of tech deals online this weekend. Here’s how to tell if you’re getting the biggest bang for your buck.

3 tips for getting cheap flights

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Love traveling? Check out these tips to snag great deals on airfare!

3 tips to score cheaper hotel deals

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Getting ready to hit the road? Here’s your guide to snagging awesome rates for your next stay!

Food delivery bomb prank, Amazon passkeys & hidden Airbnb cam

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Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls’ faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing.

Black Friday shopping tricks

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Want to find the best deals today? Follow some of these easy tricks. 

Stay away from Temu and Pinduoduo

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Holiday shopping’s heating up and everyone’s hunting for bargains. But beware — some deals aren’t as great as they look.

Food delivery bomb prank, Amazon passkeys & hidden Airbnb cam

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Plus, hear about a man who tattoos his online trolls’ faces on himself in a unique payback plot. Do you lurk on your ex’s social profiles? I reveal the science behind why we do it — even if it’s not good for you. Also, Amazon shopping hacks for snagging deals and tips to ace voice typing. 

August 26th, 2023

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I spoke with director Alex Winter about his doc “The YouTube Effect” — and ways the platform has changed our lives. Also, Elon Musk says X could fail after a series of blunders. Dangerous baby products sold on FB, people use dating apps for networking and back-to-school deals. All that and much more, plus all your calls and questions.

How to get a student discount on Apple products

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Are you a student? Let me tell you how you can snag some awesome deals on Apple products, in one minute.

Secret Amazon coupons, $3 billion phone scams, data privacy tips

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Got a Kia or Hyundai vehicle? Social media could encourage teens to steal your car. Plus, hidden online shopping deals, new Netflix workout series and four Google tips for better searches.

What's up with the big iPhone 14 deals

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Riots in China are having a big impact on America’s tech world. Here’s all you need to know, in 60 seconds.

Find best deals online, get free shipping, online coupon tricks

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Are you still doing your holiday shopping? Use CamelCamelCamel to find the best prices. Plus, the inside scoop on Google Shopping, how to get free shipping, use online coupons and get cash back, use PhotoScan to take photos of pictures in frames, five series worth watching and how to find hidden cameras in your Airbnb or rental.

Secret to knowing if Black Friday deals are deals

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Are you ready for Black Friday? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a few ways to sniff out fake deals. After this episode, you’ll be able to identify discounts that are too good to be true.

Translate 200 languages, Apple's Lockdown Mode, crazy TikTok conspiracies

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Drinking can trap you in another dimension — or so TikTok users say. Plus, 3 creepy lists that show everything Google knows about you, use your kid’s voice in your GPS app, update Chrome now, track prices to snag the best deals and one big cybersecurity mistake you’re making.

Self-driving e-bikes, crypto crash, UFOs

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Cryptocurrency crashed. Here’s where we are and what’s next. Plus, a safer way to fill in forms online and an app that lets you see all the grocery store deals in your area. Oh, and the Pentagon reveals UFO sightings and Harley-Davidson’s e-bike now has Google Cloud services.