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Unhooking from Amazon Ebooks

Over the years we, as a family, have been moving our purchases away from Amazon, except in one single place: Kindle ebooks. For me it's that I'm incapable of reading physical books (but my kindle unlocked my reading), and with a Kindle, I was limited as to where I buy my books. When I read that it was relatively easy to jailbreak all the Kindle models I used this as my opportunity to move to buying epub books and hopefully more of that money goes to the authors (in an ideal world…). Here's how

NordVPN Is Giving Away Amazon Gift Cards — Here’s How to Claim Yours

NordVPN pulled an excellent move with the latest promotion. Instead of discounting its services, as all other VPNs do, NordVPN decided to pay its users to stay safe online. Select NordVPN two-year plans now come with Amazon Gift Cards of up to $50. That’s quite a gift! The bad news is that the promotion is temporary, and you don’t have a year to take advantage of it. This guide will explain the promotion and instruct you on how to get your NordVPN + Amazon Gift Card in a few minutes. Snatch th

Amazon Prime Day 2025: The best early deals to shop now, dates and everything else you need to know

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Prime Day is coming back (again) this year; here's what we know so far, plus early deals. Amazon Prime Day has been a summer mainstay for years at this point and this year is no exception. Prime Day will return on July 8 to July 11 this year, marking the first time the shopping event

Amazon Slashes Dyson V15 Laser Price Twice in 3 Days, Don’t Wait for Prime Day

The Dyson V15 Detect Plus is a flagship model by Dyson, and it’s already revolutionizing the world of home cleaning: This is the one that comes with the innovative laser technology that lights up even the tiniest dust particles on your floors – something no other brand has been able to replicate. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your cleaning routine, now is the perfect time: Amazon has just dropped the price for the second time in a matter of days, bringing the Dyson V15

Fire TV Stick 4K Is Now at Its Prime Day Price, Amazon Is Looking to Empty Its Stock Fast

Amazon hardware is always among the first to get discounted when major shopping holidays like Prime Day roll around, and this year is no exception. Even though Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, some of the most popular Amazon devices (Fire TVs, Kindles, eero routers, Blink cameras) are already on sale at their lowest prices of the year. What’s even better is that these deals are for everyone, not just Prime members. The earlier you order, the better because waiting can result in slower

If You Own an iPhone, Amazon Is Offering a Free AirTag Just Before Prime Day

Apple doesn’t often discount products, and AirTags have never been on sale from the Apple website or in Apple stores. Amazon, however, occasionally surprises us with exclusive pricing on these useful Bluetooth trackers. For the best value, a pack of AirTags is nearly always a better buy than a single one. Amazon is also running a great deal just in time for Prime Day: purchase three AirTags and receive a fourth free. That drops the price of four AirTags to just $74, down from the regular $99 ($

Get Up to $300 in Gift Cards When You Pre-Order a Samsung Smart Monitor

Good quality smart monitors with features like built-in apps, 4K resolution and multiple connectivity options are hard to come by and expensive. Samsung makes some of the best in this category and if you’ve been waiting for the right time to grab one, this might be it. Right now, Amazon is offering up to $300 back in gift cards when you preorder one of Samsung’s latest 32-inch smart monitors. This is a limited-time deal and we expect it to wrap up before Prime Day. If you’d rather shop directly

Amazon Is Building a Gigantic Computing Facility to Match the Human Brain

But to what end? Fields of Data Indiana's newest cash crop isn't soybeans or corn; it's AI data centers — lots and lots of AI data centers. The New York Times reports that Amazon is building a vast complex of AI infrastructure facilities on top of 1,200 acres of former cropland, all meant for startup Anthropic's project to build an AI model that is as powerful, complex — and, just possibly, as intelligent — as the human brain. To that end, Amazon has constructed seven data centers on site, w

Get three months of Audible for only $3 in this early Prime Day deal

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Prime Day deals are already surfacing on Amazon ahead of the July 8-11 shopping event, and unsurprisingly, a discount on Audible is among them. We've seen similar offers pop up in the past, but considering Audible is one of the top audiobook streaming services out there, it's worth hig

Kobo’s Libra Colour and Elipsa 2E e-readers have dropped to some of their best prices

Kobo is discounting two of its best e-readers. The Kobo Elipsa 2E, a competitor to the Kindle Scribe, is available for an all-time low of $349.99 ($50 off) from Rakuten Kobo and Target. Meanwhile, the Kobo Libra Colour is available for $209.99 ($20 off) from Amazon, Target, and Rakuten Kobo. The sale runs through July 10th. The Kobo Elipsa 2E is my top pick for taking notes while reading. Its spacious 10.3-inch display lets you write directly on ebook pages — whether in margins, between lines,

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Here are 13 of our favorite deals from Amazon’s early Prime Day sale

Amazon’s next Prime Day event hasn’t officially kicked off yet, but in classic Amazon fashion, the retailer has already dropped a selection of early deals ahead of its four-day sale. While steeper discounts are not likely to arrive until next month, many of the current offers are already worth considering, especially if you’re a Prime member looking to score a deal on one of Amazon’s own devices or services. From record lows on security gear and power stations to a solid deal on what was alread

The best deals on 4K TVs

Things are looking bright for those who want to nab a great TV in 2025 at a substantial discount. There’s usually a great deal happening on a mid- or high-end TV from LG, TCL, Hisense, or Amazon’s own Fire TV brand — even if the biggest discounts remain reserved for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Amazon Prime Day, and during the lead-up to the Super Bowl. Right now, there are a number of discounted 4K TVs to choose from, spanning a wide variety of prices, sizes, and feature sets. Whether you want

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Shark FlexStyle Multi-Styler Is Now Over 2x Cheaper Than the Dyson Airwrap, Stock Is Running Out Fast

If you’ve ever tried to recreate a salon-style blowout at home and ended up with sore arms, frizzy strands, or a drawer full of half-used hair tools, you’re not alone. Getting professional-looking results without the help of a stylist can be tricky, especially when you’re working with multiple hot tools, tangled cords, and limited time. Honestly? At some point, you decide to head back to the salon and have a stylist finish what you started because it’s so annoying to deal with. But that’s why ha

Amazon Wants Denis Villeneuve’s ‘Bond’ Movie as Soon as Possible

Now that we know a Denis Villeneuve-helmed Bond reboot is officially coming, there’s a very obvious next question: who’s gonna step into the role of 007? A new report from Variety suggests some of the top contenders, and the selection of actors in the running is fascinatingly mixed, at least in the sense that the character is traditionally played by a Brit. Australian-born Jacob Elordi, star of Guillermo del Toro’s upcoming Frankenstein for Netflix, is a strong pick and stands apart from the re

This Eufy robot vacuum is half off before Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum is on sale for $140 as part of an early Prime Day sale. That's half off, as the typical cost is $280 for this particular model. This is extremely close to a record-low price. This device made our list of the best budget-friendly robot vacuums. Perhaps the

How to save on Prime Day deals without paying full price for Prime: 3 ways

It seems unfair that, while some of Amazon's very best deals of the year are available during its annual Prime Day sales event, access to Prime Day deals requires paying $139 for a year's membership. You can access some deals without being a Prime subscriber, but a membership saves you even more on deal prices and on shipping costs. Also: Best early Prime Day deals 2025: 45+ sales on tech products live now It also gives you access to Amazon Photos, Music, Prime Gaming, Grubhub+, and more. Do

Meta Quest 3 VR and Batman Bundle at This Price? Don’t Wait for Prime Day

The Meta Quest 3 is the most feature-rich affordable VR headset available currently, and it’s an easy top choice among users and critics alike. While the new 3S model is cheaper at $299, it simply doesn’t offer the same level of performance and features as the standard Meta Quest 3. With a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating from over 2,000 Amazon reviews, this headset is our pick for best immersive gaming and mixed reality. What’s great is that the Meta Quest 3 doesn’t require a console at all, so y

Dell’s Best-Selling Laptop (32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) With Windows 11 Pro Is Nearly Free at 73% Off

Schools is out but the next semester will be here before you know it. Is your college student equipped to take on all their classes? Make sure they are kitted with the right laptop to get all their class work and homework done reliably without any technical issues. Amazon is making that easy as they’ve knocked more than half the price off this Dell portable student and business laptop. It’s down from $2,399 to just $649 — a savings of $1,750. That’s a 73% discount. See at Amazon Take on Everyd

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Amazon Offers Fire TV Soundbar for Practically Free to Clear Out Stock Just Before Prime Day

It’s never a bad time to elevate your home entertainment setup whether it’s in your living room, bedroom or home theater, especially if you love hosting. Don’t underestimate just how important audio is when it comes to immersive viewing. What you want is a really good sound system, and the good news is you don’t need to break the bank to install one. Right now, Amazon has its Fire TV soundbar on sale for 29% off. Normally going for $120, that discount is enough to bring this television audio acc

The Ring Doorbell Is 50% Off, Plus You Get a FREE Ring Indoor Cam for Early Prime Day

Amazon’s Prime Day deals have arrived early, and this year the bargains aren’t just for Prime members: anyone can reap deep discounts on Amazon devices including the top-selling Ring family. The ring battery doorbell is a current top seller in its category and is on sale for $99. It’s a great value on its own, but Amazon went one better and put together a bundle that’s nearly irresistible: You can get both the ring battery doorbell and the ring indoor cam 2nd gen right now for just $69. That’s c

Cheaper Than Dyson, This Shark Hair Dryer and Styler Hits a New Low for Early Prime Day

Dyson has been a familiar name for years with its prestige dryers and stylers, but the monopoly doesn’t exist anymore. In America, Shark has also made an appearance as a strong contender with a product that looks like the Dyson in both form and function but costs a fraction of the price. With Amazon’s first Prime Day sale, the Shark HD430 air styling and drying system can now be obtained for just $249, down from its usual $350. That is a 29% discount, which is approximately half of Dyson’s coun

Deals: 1TB M4 MacBook Air $200 off, new M4 iPad Pro $380 off, Apple Watch Series 10 from $299, more

Alongside the ongoing $200 price drop on the 13-inch model, we also spotted the upgraded 15-inch M4 MacBook Air with the 24GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD down at $200 off. Those deals join a gigantic $380 discount on the 2TB M4 iPad Pro at Amazon today alongside a series of offers on Apple Watch Series 10 at $100 off the going rate. You’ll also find up to 30% in savings on official Ocean Bands, MagSafe stands, chargers, and additional accessories waiting down below. Apple’s elevated 1TB 15-inch M4 Mac

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Amazon Prime Day 2025: The best early deals available right now, dates and everything else you need to know

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Prime Day is coming back (again) this year; here's what we know so far, plus early deals. Amazon Prime Day 2025 will be here soon on July 8-11, but as to be expected, you can already find some decent sales available now. Amazon always has lead-up sales in the days and weeks before Pri

This Eufy robot vacuum is half for before Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . The Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum is on sale for $140 as part of an early Prime Day sale . That's half off, as the typical cost is $280 for this particular model. This is extremely close to a record-low price. This device made our list of the best budget-friendly robot vacuums . Perhaps t

Amazon’s Practically Giving Away the Newest AI-Powered 4K Fire TV Stick for 50% Off Before Prime Day

Is your TV dumb? That’s not a personal slight directed at your big screen, but just in case it’s not a smart TV, we have a $25 solution that will blow your mind while giving your TV a better one. Amazon’s selling its latest and best version of the Fire TV Stick — the 4K Ultra HD version — for half price. This is the lowest price on the Fire TV Stick 4K since the Black Friday/Cyber Week blowout sale last year, and even with Prime Day just weeks away, the price might not go lower than it is now.

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There's Still Time to Grab 'Superman' Early Screening Tickets if You Have Prime

Don't want to wait until July 11 to watch James Gunn's Superman movie? If catching what's likely to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the summer three days early sounds like a game-changer, Amazon could be your hero. Until July 8 -- also the start of Amazon Prime Day -- Prime members in the US can now buy tickets for early access screenings of Superman that will take place in select theaters on July 8 at 7 p.m. local time, DC Studios and Amazon said earlier in June. A Prime membership costs

6 Best Smart Speakers (2025): Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri

There are many smart speakers on the market, and picking the best smart speaker keeps getting tougher. First, you need to decide which voice assistant you prefer. There are three worth using—Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple’s Siri—and each has its pros and cons. This guide is organized by our preferred speaker, regardless of which assistant it uses, but we recommend a secondary option if you prefer a different assistant. Overall, Google- and Amazon-powered smart speakers are the way

This 5-Star 43″ Amazon Fire TV Hits All-Time Low, Includes 4-Year Protection a Week Before 4th of July

Your entertainment center at home is your way to enjoy all your favorite movies and TV shows. Why not make it as extravagant as possible, as long as it fits within your budget? If that’s something you’re interested in, you can make it happen thanks to this fantastic deal, straight from Amazon. See at Amazon Head to Amazon now to get the 43-inch Amazon Fire TV for just $261, down from its usual price of $385. That’s $124 off and a discount of 32%. This TV also comes with a 4-year protection pla

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This 1TB Crucial SSD Costs Less Than It Did Last Prime Day, 4.7-Stars With 126K+ Reviews on Amazon

If your computer has been slowing down lately and you’ve been putting off an upgrade, now might be the perfect time to make a simple change that can make a big difference. A new hard drive could totally change the way you get things done. Or unwind. Simply put, having more space can mean significantly improved load times, and you don’t have to worry about deleting files you don’t want to get rid of. Head to Amazon to get the Crucial BX500 1TB Internal SSD for $57, down from its usual price of $

These Amazon Fire TV apps are being blocked for promoting piracy

TL;DR Amazon has begun blocking certain apps from its Fire TV platform for promoting piracy. The list of freshly blocked apps includes Blink Streamz, Flix Vision, Live NetTV, and Ocean Streamz. The disabled apps can no longer be used, and can only be uninstalled. Following sharp criticism for failing to stop piracy on its Fire TV platform, Amazon has started blocking several streaming services that pirate otherwise DRM-protected content. The list includes at least four video streaming apps, i