Fall deals and early holiday discounts are coming soon. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event (more commonly known as October Prime Day) returns Oct. 6-7, and while there are still a few weeks until the big event, we’re already rounding up some of our favorite early offers on top-tested and top-rated ZDNET picks. You’ll find savings on popular tech like TVs, laptops, and phones, as well as practical everyday gadgets that can take your daily routines from good to better.
Our Picks
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Current price: $40
Original price: $70
Amazon’s 4K Plus Fire TV Stick is on sale for 43% off, making it easy to streamline your home entertai…
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Current price: $288
Original price: $450
Expert Matthew Miller says the Garmin Venu 3S packs a wealth of fitness features in a sleek form fac…
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Current price: $180
Original price: $250
Ring’s newest battery-operated doorbell pro is on sale for under $200.
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Current price: $100
Original price: $150
The popular Beats Pill speaker is available in multiple colors and on sale for $100 once again.
Als…
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Current price: $189
Original price: $229
Google’s AirPod competitor are on sale for under $200, and audio reviewer Jada Jones says she loves …
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Current price: $95
Original price: $170
Tablet reviewer Maria Diaz is a fan of Amazon’s Fire tablets for her kiddos, and this one is signific…
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Current price: $800
Original price: $1000
This 11-inch tablet is our runner-up pick for the best Samsung tablet you can buy.
Also: The best S…
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Current price: $40
Original price: $60
Senior Editor Allison Murray swears by this eye massager for migraines and tired orbs, and it’s on sal…
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Current price: $89
Original price: $99
The 4-pack of Apple’s latest AirTag 2nd Gen is on sale for $89 (or $22 a piece).
Also: The best Bluet…
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Current price: $898
Original price: $1,198
This 65-inch QLED Mini-LED TV from Hisense is under $900 for a limited time and is perfect for fal…
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As ZDNET’s deals and shopping editor, I know a thing or two about locating the best deals on our expert-tested products. Here are the best early Amazon October Prime Day tech deals I’ve found so far. (You can also check out our favorite early Prime Day tablet deals and deals on gadgets under $25.)
The best early Prime Day deals so far
for $40 (save $30)
- Current price: $40
- Original price: $70
Amazon’s 4K Plus Fire TV Stick is on sale for 43% off, making it easy to streamline your home entertainment for under $50.
Also: Roku TV vs. Fire Stick: Why I’m looking beyond streaming resolution when comparing the two
for $288 (save $ 162)
Garmin Venu 3S
- Current price: $288
- Original price: $450
Expert Matthew Miller says the Garmin Venu 3S packs a wealth of fitness features in a sleek form factor, and it’s on sale for under $300.
Also: This Garmin smartwatch convinced my daughter to switch over from Fitbit
for $180 (save $70)
- Current price: $180
- Original price: $250
Ring’s newest battery-operated doorbell pro is on sale for under $200.
for $100 (save $50)
Beats Pill Speaker
- Current price: $100
- Original price: $150
The popular Beats Pill speaker is available in multiple colors and on sale for $100 once again.
Also: The best Bluetooth speakers of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
for $189 (save $40)
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2
- Current price: $189
- Original price: $229
Google’s AirPod competitor are on sale for under $200, and audio reviewer Jada Jones says she loves these for casual listening.
Also: Why I’m recommending Google’s Pixel Buds in 2026 (after years of passing on them)
for $95 (save $75)
- Current price: $95
- Original price: $170
Tablet reviewer Maria Diaz is a fan of Amazon’s Fire tablets for her kiddos, and this one is significantly discounted ahead of October Prime Day.
Also: The best kids’ tablets of 2026: Expert tested and parent-reviewed
for $800 (save $200)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11
- Current price: $800
- Original price: $1000
This 11-inch tablet is our runner-up pick for the best Samsung tablet you can buy.
Also: The best Samsung tablets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
for $40 (save $20)
Renpho Eyeris 1
- Current price: $40
- Original price: $60
Senior Editor Allison Murray swears by this eye massager for migraines and tired orbs, and it’s on sale for under $50.
Also: Renpho x Headspace Eyeris Zen review: This eye massager doubles as my meditation tool
for $89 (save $10)
Apple AirTag 4-Pack
- Current price: $89
- Original price: $99
The 4-pack of Apple’s latest AirTag 2nd Gen is on sale for $89 (or $22 a piece).
Also: The best Bluetooth trackers of 2026: Our top picks to keep tabs on your stuff
for $898 (save $300)
TCL 65-inch QM7L TV
- Current price: $898
- Original price: $1,198
This 65-inch QLED Mini-LED TV from Hisense is under $900 for a limited time and is perfect for fall sports and flicks.
Also: The best TVs to buy in 2026
When is October Prime Day?
This year, Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days event returns Oct. 6-7.
How did we choose these Amazon Prime Day deals?
ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops.
We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter.
