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

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.

🏠 Home upgrades you’ll love

  • Breeze through summer: A quiet oscillating tower fan (15% off) sends chill air up to 25 feet.
  • Shut your garage door? Stop wondering with a smart garage door opener (20% off) that syncs with Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri.
  • Porch pirates, beware: The latest Ring Doorbell (47% off) lets you see, hear and speak to whoever’s lurking.
  • RIP dead zones: This Wi-Fi extender (64% off) covers up to 105 gadgets and 12,880 sq. ft. Neat.
  • High-pressure, low drama: Finally, a 50-foot garden hose (15% off) that won’t kink halfway through watering your garden.
  • Tool that rules: A 17-in-1 foldable multitool (30% off) can fix everything but your love life.

👩‍🍳 Get cookin’ with these must-haves

  • One appliance, nine tricks: Cook fast and evenly with a six-quart air fryer (25% off). No greasy mess.
  • Smoothies on the go: Ninja’s portable blender (36% off) is cordless, USB-C rechargeable and ready to roll.
  • DIY Starbucks: Small kitchen? No prob. This mini coffee maker (11% off) fits almost anywhere.
  • Slice that price: This 14-piece non-slip knife set (25% off) is dishwasher safe and comes with a built-in sharpener.
  • Splatter happens: Not anymore. A microwave cover (39% off) catches it all. Plus, it’ll steam your leftovers.
  • Smarter snacking: Track portions like a pro with a smart food scale (29% off). Connects with your fitness app.

⚡ Gadgets with that ‘wow’ factor

  • Color me impressed: Set the mood or the party with these smart bulbs (25% off, four-pack).
  • Double your screens: Plug this portable screen (43% off) into your laptop. Bonus: Built-in kickstand.
  • All juiced up: A smart power strip (39% off) with four built-in USB-C ports controls all your tech with a tap.
  • Hits the spot: The newest Amazon Echo Spot (44% off) will look perfect on your nightstand or desk.
  • Fire it up: Ultra 4K? Check. Live TV? You bet. All in the latest Amazon Fire TV Stick (50% off).
  • For the kiddos: Grab an Echo Dot Kids (47% off) and score a full year of Amazon Kids+ ($5.99/month after trial).

🤖 Team Apple or Android?

🧼 Clean up your act

  • Streak-free and shiny: Give your TVs and monitors a glow-up with a screen cleaner kit (20% off).
  • Bye-bye stains: Bissell’s mini deep cleaner (26% off) deep cleans carpets, car seats, you name it.
  • No wires = no drama: A Shark cordless vacuum (50% off) has 40 minutes of run time and gets into every crevice.
  • From ‘ew’ to ‘new’: Grime’s got nothing on this electric spin scrubber (40% off). Three speeds, eight heads, and one long handle.

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Smart home tech is on sale! 15 gadgets for you or anyone on your list

Take advantage of this year’s holiday sales and upgrade your home. Smart gadget prices are dropping, so why not invest in your house?

Start with something simple and easy to handle, like smart bulbs. Or upgrade your older tech by purchasing a smart thermostat.

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