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The best Prime Day deals we found on our favorite gear

Jun 24, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum  13 views
The best Prime Day deals we found on our favorite gear

Prime Day 2026: The Best Deals We Found

Amazon’s Prime Day is officially underway, running from now until 3:01 AM ET on June 27th. This year’s event spans four days, offering Prime members a wealth of discounts on everything from electronics to home appliances. We’ve sifted through thousands of deals to bring you the highlights—products that genuinely stand out for their quality and price. Below, we break down the best offers by category, including key specs and why they’re worth your attention.

Laptop Deals

The 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 chip is available for $1,549 at Amazon and Best Buy—$150 off its regular price. It features 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, making it a solid option for content creators. Also notable: the Apple MacBook Air (M5) at $949 (14% off) and the 2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop at $1,450 (37% off) with a stunning OLED display. For budget seekers, the Asus model with Ryzen 9 and RTX 5060 offers excellent performance at a reasonable price.

E-Reader Deals

The Kindle Paperwhite (12th generation) is down to $125, a 22% discount. It remains our top pick for an ebook reader thanks to its waterproof design, seven-inch display, and weeks-long battery life. The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition bundle (including leather cover and wireless dock) is available for $257.97, down from $354—a record low. The entry-level Kindle (11th gen) is $82 (25% off).

Headphone and Earbud Deals

The Sony WH-1000XM6 flagship headphones are $378 (16% off), featuring improved comfort and noise cancellation. Their predecessor, the XM5, is a steal at $198—its best price ever. Apple’s AirPods Max 2 see a massive drop to $399 (27% off), while the AirPods Pro 3 are $179 (28% off) with heart-rate sensors. For budget buyers, the Nothing Ear (a) earbuds are just $53 (46% off) with ANC. And the Pixel Buds 2a cost $99, offering great value for Google fans.

Charger and Battery Deals

The Anker Laptop Power Bank (25,000mAh, 165W output) is $91 (24% off)—ideal for power-hungry laptops and multiple devices. The Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Qi2 charging stand is $63 (48% off), supporting MagSafe-like speeds for iPhones. For Switch 2 owners, the Belkin Charging Case is $55 (21% off).

Smartwatch and Wearable Deals

The Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) drops to $279—a new low. The Apple Watch SE 3 is $199 (20% off) with an always-on display. For fitness enthusiasts, the Oura Ring 4 is $227 (35% off), the best price we’ve seen. The Pixel Watch 4 (41mm GPS) is $289.99, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 starts at $237.99. Kids' tracker: Fitbit Ace LTE at $60 (67% off).

Phone Deals

The Google Pixel 10A is $399 (20% off), offering the Tensor G4 chip and satellite SOS. The Pixel 10 Pro is $699 (30% off) with a 6.3-inch OLED and Tensor G5. Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is $950 (27% off), featuring a privacy display and dual telephoto lenses. The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is $1,399 (22% off), a rare discount on a large foldable.

Gaming Deals

The Meta Quest 3S VR headset is $249 (29% off) at Walmart. Switch 2 games are discounted: Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition is $50 (38% off) and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is $44.99. The PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds are $100 (50% off) with lossless audio. Monitors: the Acer Predator 26.5-inch 1440p QD-OLED is $315 (43% off), and Gigabyte’s 27-inch W-OLED is $455 (24% off). The Legion Go S handheld PC is $550 (25% off).

Robot Vacuum and Mop Deals

The Roborock Saros 20 is $1,360 (15% off), climbing thresholds with 36,000Pa suction. The Eufy Omni C28 is $450 (44% off), ideal for apartments. The Dreame X60 Max Ultra is $1,344.99, excellent for carpets. The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is $799 (47% off) with stain pretreatment. Budget pick: SwitchBot K11 Plus at $189.99.

TV and Monitor Deals

The LG C5 OLED (55-inch) is $1,100 (45% off) with 144Hz gaming. Samsung’s S90F OLED (55-inch) is $997 (45% off) with four HDMI 2.1 ports. TCL QM8K QD-Mini LED (75-inch) is $1,398 (30% off). The Asus ProArt 6K 32-inch display is $999.99 (23% off) for creative professionals.

Home Theater Deals

The Sonos Five speaker is $440 (20% off) with superb audio. The Sonos Era 100 is $179 (28% off) with dual tweeters. The Bose Smart Ultra soundbar drops to $699 (30% off). Hisense’s 5.1.4 Dolby Atmos soundbar system is $329.99. And the WiiM Sound smart speaker with AI room calibration is $239.20.

Streaming Device Deals

The Google TV Streamer (4K) is $75 (25% off) with built-in Ethernet and Matter support. Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Max is $34.99, and the Fire TV Stick 4K Select is just $17.99—one of the cheapest ways to stream 4K content.

Smart Home Deals

The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (second-gen) is $120 (50% off) with 2K video and AI-enhanced footage. The Google Nest Wifi Pro 3-pack is $250 (38% off) with Wi-Fi 6E and Thread. The Philips Hue Twilight sleep-wake lamp is $240 (22% off), a stunning gradient light. The Aqara Smart Lock U400 is $219 (19% off), the only lock with Apple Home Key via UWB. The SwitchBot Bot (button pusher) is $20 (33% off).

Miscellaneous Gadget Deals

Apple AirTags (four-pack) are $89 (10% off) with improved UWB chip. The Xreal One Pro AR glasses are $549 (8% off) with a 171-inch virtual display. The Hoto Electric Screwdriver Kit is $28 (44% off). The 11-inch M4 iPad Air is $519.99 (13% off). Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer is $112 (30% off). Cuisinart 8-in-1 toaster oven is $160 (27% off). Ninja Creami Deluxe ice cream maker is $200 (20% off). And the Birdbuddy Pro solar bird feeder camera is $168 (44% off).

These deals reflect our editors’ top picks across categories, but Amazon’s Prime Day has much more. Check back for updates as the sale continues. Most prices are expected to remain steady through June 27th.


Source: The Verge News


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