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The 15 best Prime Day tech deals to shop early, including  off AirPods

October’s Prime Day is just a few days away. As some people prepare their wallets for the two-day shopping event scheduled for October 8-9, we’re here to let you in on a little secret: Some of the best Prime Day tech deals are on the market right now came early – right now! We’ve found some impressive early deals from trusted brands like Apple, HP, and Samsung, and our deals start as low as $13.

If you’re in the market for a new laptop, there are deals to suit every budget, from HP’s sleek $309 to Apple’s high-end MacBook Air that’s $150 cheaper. Do you need new headphones? These over-ear favorites from Anker are just $40 for Prime members. Meanwhile, tried-and-true AirPods are $50 off for a limited time. We also found some impressive deals on smart TVs and tablets, like the newly released Fire HD 8 tablet, which is currently 45% off!

Scroll down to discover the best tech deals for Prime Day in early October.

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This is one of HP’s most popular laptop ranges and this model comes with tons of storage (288GB to be exact) and a docking station. If you use it for business or school, you’ll be happy to know that it also includes a year of free Microsoft 365. While this isn’t the lowest price we’ve seen all year, it’s shot up from $399 a few months ago, so now is still a good time to buy.

“It exceeded my expectations as it automatically transferred software from my PC and also set up Microsoft Office,” wrote one happy buyer. “I love it! It’s lightning fast.”

$263 at Amazon

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If you’re looking for a versatile gaming laptop that won’t break the bank, the HP Victus is a mid-range device that can handle almost any modern game on at least medium settings. The high refresh rate makes it a great option for esports titles like League of Legends or Overwatchand it has a large enough drive to store multiple games at once. Oh, and did we mention it’s currently the lowest price ever?

Gaming laptops are notoriously expensive (and niche), but this one strikes a good balance between price and performance.

Save $120 | Lowest price ever

$580 on Amazon

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Powered by the M2 chip, this MacBook Air is just as light as its newer cousins, but available at an attractive discount. And to get to the point: This is the lowest price this Mac has always been. This deal is one of the best we’ve seen of any Prime Day deal this year, and we expect it to be one of the best for Prime Day in October too.

“Very fast and the specs are perfect for my heavy home office use,” said one customer. “Setup was a breeze thanks to an iCloud backup. I’ve used it on several Zoom and Teams video meetings and the new camera and speakers work great for this purpose.”

Save $150 | Lowest price ever

$849 at Amazon

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Fans say these earbuds have surprising sound quality due to their light weight – just 3.7 grams each. Between the headphones and the case, you can expect 24 hours of playback time. The current price is also the lowest ever!

In fact, some fans say that these economical helpers are almost on par with the AirPods, but at a significantly cheaper price. “They are an excellent alternative to AirPods. The sound is clear, the fit is good and the range is excellent.”

Save $17 with voucher | Lowest price ever

$13 on Amazon

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These stylish cans combine a whopping 60 hours of playback time with active noise cancellation features to create a quiet, focused listening experience that’s hard to beat. Right now they’re almost at their lowest ever for Prime members – not quite the lowest we’ve ever seen, but just a few dollars less.

More than 55,000 people give these headphones a five-star rating. Why? Well, as one fan puts it, “They’re as good as my $300 pair from Bose.” That’s high praise, especially considering the price.

$40 on Amazon

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We named the AirPods Pro the best wireless earbuds overall, and for good reason: They combine truly excellent audio quality with impressive noise cancellation. The battery life is also a big plus.

“There’s simply no better option than Apple’s latest AirPods Pro,” says Rick Broida, senior tech writer at Yahoo, praising the earbuds for their ANC, battery life, and “an adaptive audio mode that controls noise cancellation and transparency modes based on adapts to the ambient noise. “You.”

$199 at Amazon

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This is a bite-sized screen at a bite-sized price. Seriously, when was the last time you saw a TV for so little money? It’s ideal for a guest bedroom or in a smaller space like a garage. If you enjoy hiking, this is also an excellent RV choice. It is the lowest level since the beginning of the year!

Don’t let the price fool you either. Fans love it: “Excellent picture and sound quality. The image is so bright and clear.”

Save $20 | Lowest price of the year

$60 on Amazon

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Amazon is known for its high-quality, affordable TVs and this model is one of the most popular. It comes with an Alexa voice remote, and since it’s a Fire TV, all your favorite streaming apps like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+ are already built-in. Just a few days ago, this TV went up to $200, so the current Prime exclusive price is a steal.

“I appreciate the size of the TV and the ease of use of the remote,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “Picture and colors are very good, as is the sound quality.”

$100 on Amazon

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More than 10,000 of these TVs have disappeared from virtual shelves in the last month, and why? Not only does this TV have 4K resolution (and upscales lower resolution content to make it look better), but it also offers access to more than 1 million movies and TV episodes via a variety of streaming services. Now is the best time to buy it because it is the cheapest model of the whole year.

One fan gave it high praise: “Hands down the best TV I’ve bought in the last decade.”

Save $110 | Lowest price of the year

$190 at Amazon

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This Vizio is loaded with convenient features like Apple AirPlay and Chromecast, and even has Alexa built-in so you can control it with your voice when you don’t feel like pressing the remote buttons.

“The picture quality is amazing compared to my old TV,” wrote one impressed reviewer. “The sound quality is good compared to my old TV, but let me say something about the remote control. It has most of my apps in one place.”

$216 at Amazon

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We were surprised to see that Amazon’s latest Fire tablet was on sale ahead of Prime Day in October – especially at an impressive 45% off! Available in three colors, this portable tech accessory is just the right size for streaming and gaming on the go. It is also durable, super thin and lightweight.

Given that this only recently launched, this is the lowest price ever, but we have a feeling it will go back down to its original price of $100 in no time, so snap it up now that it’s almost half cheaper!

Save $45 Lowest price ever

$55 on Amazon

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Some buyers say they prefer this Fire tablet to their much more expensive iPads. It has a vivid HD screen and a fast processor and is designed with ease of use in mind, so you don’t have to search hard to find what you want or need. It is also ideal as a portable streaming device for on-the-go use. This is the cheapest deal we’ve had all year!

“Much better battery life in standby mode than my iPad Pro 11-inch,” wrote one reviewer. “Great tablet for the price. Thin, light, fast enough for Netflix.”

Save $65 | Lowest price of the year

$75 on Amazon

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Readers take note: While nothing can replace the feel of a physical book, a Kindle e-reader can store hundreds of titles – downloaded from Amazon or your local library. The internal backlight is ideal for late-night reading, and because it’s light and ultra-thin, it’s ideal for travel or your daily commute.

This device has a few extras that you will be happy about in the long run: a fabric cover to protect the device and a power adapter. Thanks to this early Prime Day deal, this is actually the lowest deal since the beginning of the year.

“This was a really good purchase,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “I read more books in three weeks than I have in years. The library is immediately available to me. The backlighting is perfect – it seems to adjust a little to the ambient lighting. The screen doesn’t strain my eyes at all.”

Save $70 with Prime | Lowest price of the year

$135 on Amazon

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This 11-inch Android tablet features a large screen, four speakers and a multi-window display, and is also slim and light enough for easy transport. Although we saw a drop to $150 earlier this year, the current retail price is still a pretty good deal.

“The display is sharp and vibrant and is perfect for watching videos, reading and surfing the web,” wrote one buyer. “It’s a good choice for anyone looking for an affordable, reliable Android tablet.”

$173 at Amazon

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This iPad may be a few years old, but it offers one of the best value for money of any tablet on the market. With this discount (just $25 more than its all-time lowest price, by the way), you’re getting a tablet that’s ideal for everything from work to play.

This model has been discontinued, so any you see for sale will be among the last in stock. This means that once this deal expires, it won’t be coming back – it’s one of the few chances you can buy an iPad for less than $300.

$224 at Amazon

Of course, if you have Amazon Prime, you get free shipping. Not a member yet? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And if you don’t have Prime, you still get free shipping on orders over $35.)

The reviews quoted above reflect the most current versions at the time of publication.

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By Jasper

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