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12 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)

Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't

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Prime Day Deal: This New LG OLED TV Is the Brightest I've Ever Tested, and It's 14% Off

Amazon Prime Day deal: The LG G5 Series OLED TV is available for $2,906 -- a discount of $494 (or $14%) -- at both Best Buy and Amazon during the Amazon Prime Day (and anti-Prime Day) sales events. The new OLED TV earned an impressive 8.8 rating in its official review last month. Since price was one of our biggest complaints, this discount makes the TV much more compelling. CNET's key takeaways The LG G5 series is the best and brightest OLED I've ever tested in the CNET Labs. At $3,400 for th

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Murderbot lands season 2 renewal at Apple TV+ ahead of finale

Apple TV+ airs the Murderbot season 1 finale tonight, but the streamer is leaving no question about the series’ future. Murderbot season 2 has just been made official. Murderbot season 2 will delve further into acclaimed book series Murderbot is a quirky sci-fi action comedy on Apple TV+ that, in its first season, has defied genre definitions. At different points it feels like a gory sci-fi action thriller, at other times a comedy, and others a character drama. This hasn’t always worked, but

One of the Best Shows You’re Not Watching on Apple TV+ Got Renewed for Season 2

Why hasn’t Murderbot achieved Severance levels of cultural buzz? Both shows are on Apple TV+ and both shows feature sci-fi intrigue, outstanding performances, and very wry senses of humor. If you’ve yet to bite on Murderbot, here’s another reason why you should: it just got renewed for a second season, the day before its season one finale. As fans know, Murderbot is based on Martha Wells’ wonderful Murderbot Diaries book series, so there’s plenty of material to draw on moving forward. Season on

Murderbot is getting a season 2 on Apple TV Plus

is a reporter focusing on film, TV, and pop culture. Before The Verge, he wrote about comic books, labor, race, and more at io9 and Gizmodo for almost five years. Apple TV Plus’ adaptation of Martha Wells’ Murderbot Diaries has been one of this year’s surprisingly great sci-fi series, and the streamer has plans to keep the story going with a new batch of episodes. Ahead of Murderbot’s season 1 finale out July 11th, Apple TV Plus announced today that the show has been renewed for a season 2. In

The next big Apple TV+ show is an action epic created by Jason Momoa

This week, Apple TV+ debuts the critically acclaimed third season of sci-fi saga Foundation. But the next new Apple show launching is similarly epic in scope, yet with a very different focus and heavy on Jason Momoa: Chief of War is coming soon. Chief of War coming to Apple TV+ as new historical epic Jason Momoa is no stranger to Apple TV+, as he led one of the service’s signature launch series back in 2019: See. But with Chief of War, the next big Apple TV+ show debuting, Momoa has taken on

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I replaced my TV with Samsung's Frame Pro for two weeks - here's my buying advice now

ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung Frame Pro (65-inch) is on sale at Amazon for $1,897. Unlike most TVs, it looks great even when it's turned off. Plan on getting a soundbar for the most immersive experience. $1,897.99 at Amazon Currently, the Frame Pro TV is on sale for $1,897 at Amazon, with similar discounts at both Best Buy and Samsung. My friend who works for an international shipping company said the breakroom at his office has three Samsung Frame TVs hanging on the walls. None of them

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Deal: Score a massive 55% discount on the Hisense U8 Mini-LED smart TV

Right now is a great time to consider upgrading your TV setup. If you’re looking for the ultimate Prime Day deal on a new screen, the Hisense U8 Mini-LED TV is on offer during Amazon Prime Day. This impressive TV is now available for $999.99, a significant drop from its retail price of $2,199.99. The 2025 release was selling for that much as recently as May, and we’ve never tracked it much lower than $1,400. Hisense U8 Mini-LED TV for $997.99 (55% off) The Hisense 65-inch Class U8 Mini-LED ULED

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Disney and ITV partner up to show each other’s shows on their streaming services

Disney and the British free-to-air broadcaster ITV have launched a new partnership that will allow them to show each other’s shows in an effort to reach new audiences. ITV viewers will be able to watch shows including Only Murders in the Building, Andor, and The Bear – which lives on Disney+ in the UK – while Disney will take advantage of ITV’s various dramas and reality TV offerings. Mr Bates vs The Post Office, ITV’s BAFTA award-winning four-part dramatization of the British Post Office scand

Why I recommend this TCL Mini LED TV over pricier OLED models (especially at $800 off)

ZDNET's key takeaways The TCL QM8K (65-inch) is currently available for $997 on Amazon. It handles HDR content with eye-popping, true-to-life brightness. The addition of a soundbar would make its audio more immersive. View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices Various TCL QM8K sizes are currently discounted (up to $1,500) across major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. TCL continually punches above its weight, offering impressive TV tech at prices that demand a cost-benefit

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7 Best Prime Day TV Deals for All Budgets (2025)

Summer heat is upon us, but there's nothing cooler than great Prime Day TV deals on the best TVs we've tested. We don't recommend just any TV discounts; here at WIRED, you'll find only the top models we've thoroughly tested in a wide variety of styles and budget tiers at their lowest (or close to the lowest) prices, ensuring there's something for everyone. This is a living list, and we'll be continuously updating it with our favorites as the Amazon Prime Day sale event proceeds, so if you don't

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The best headphones for watching movies received a huge upgrade right before Prime Day sales

Jada Jones/ZDNET The Sonos Ace headphones are currently discounted to $299, $150 off their original price of $450. You can find this deal at Amazon, Best Buy, Sonos, and Walmart. It's been one year since Sonos released its first pair of consumer headphones, and although they made waves when they first dropped, how have they fared after the hype has died down? You can often find the Ace discounted, and if you're interested in them, that's the best time to buy them. Also: The best headphones of

Ted Lasso star returns for final season of ‘Acapulco’, watch the trailer

Ahead of its July 23 premiere, Apple has shared the trailer for the final season of Acapulco, one of its first bilingual series. Watch it below. A familiar face from Ted Lasso returns Acapulco premiered in 2021, and it has performed consistently well throughout its three seasons. The show blends nostalgia, humor, and a very Almodóvar-adjacent color palette to deliver a heartfelt comedy about life at a luxury resort in 1980s Mexico. As for what to expect from the final season, here’s Apple: “

Amazon Prime Day TV deals for 2025 from Sony, LG, Samsung and others

Amazon Prime Day is here, and it’s the perfect time to consider upgrading that old 1080p or first-gen 4K set. While it’s been nice to see TV prices fall in general over the years, there’s always room for even more discounts. And yes that includes typically high-end technology like OLED and MiniLED screens. We’ve collected the best Prime Day discounts on sets from Sony, Samsung, LG and others, along with additional deals on media streamers and soundbars. It turns out, you really don’t have to spe

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Pick up the Amazon Fire TV Soundbar at an all-time low price with Prime savings

Amazon Prime Day is hitting its stride with incredible discounts on popular tech products. If you’re looking to enhance your home audio setup, this year’s deals include an enticing offer on the Amazon Fire TV Soundbar. It’s now available for $84.99, down from its standard price of $119.99. This offers you a 29% discount, and the best offer we’ve ever tracked on the home entertainment addition. Amazon Fire TV Soundbar for $84.99 (29% off) This soundbar is a 3.1-channel audio device featuring sup

Walmart Deals 2025 rivals Prime Day with sales up to 47 percent off

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 . Amazon Prime Day has been a summer mainstay for a long time, so much so that it’s spawned a bunch of other sale events that compete with it. Case in point: Walmart Deals 2025. Yes, Walmart’s anti-Prime Day sale is back again this year, and it includes discounts across a slew of categor

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The best Prime Day deals on Amazon devices: Save up to 68 percent on Kindle ereaders, Echo speakers and more

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 . Amazon’s own gadgets — Echo speakers, Fire tablets, Kindles and the like — are at the top of the list of tech on sale during Amazon Prime Day. While there are some (Echos, Kindles) that we like more than others (Fire tablets), there’s no question that you’ll get the best discount on al

My favorite 65-inch Hisense Mini LED TV is $1,200 off for Prime Day - and it's a killer deal

ZDNET's key takeaways The Hisense U8QG is available from 55-inch to 100-inch, with most models currently on sale. It offers arresting HDR picture quality and brightness. However, this set lacks some premium features like four HDMI ports and an ultra-thin frame. View now at Amazon The Hisense U8QG is one step down from the company's flagship TV, (the U9QG), and it's currently on sale for about $995 at major retailers (normally $2,200). If you're up to speed on modern TV tech, then you might k

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Why I recommend this TCL Mini LED TV over flagship OLED models - especially at $700 off

ZDNET's key takeaways The TCL QM7K (65-inch) is on sale for $799 ($800 off). It has exceptional contrast and superb glare resistance, plus AI features and gaming boosts. The setup process for this beautiful-looking TV is tedious. View now at Amazon For Amazon Prime Day, you can get various sizes of the TCL QM7K for hundreds of dollars off. Recently, I took a look at this year's base-level Mini-LED set from TCL, the QM6K. After spending some time with its higher-end sibling, the TCL QM7K, I i

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Prime Day Alert: TCL's Brilliant QM6K Is at Its Lowest Price Ever

Prime Day brings loads of discounts, but there are a few truly special deals that stand out, like this 65-inch TCL QM6K, hovering around $500. TCL fully revamped its TV lineup for 2025, and the entry-level QM6K was the first of the fleet, arriving early to give us a taste of the latest innovative tech from the brand—and it did not disappoint. It's currently our pick as the best TV for most people, and at this price, it's hard to think of a more affordable TV with this much awesome. Looking for

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The best 4K TV deals during Prime Day 2025

Let me try to read your mind. You’re thinking of getting a new TV, yes, a 4K model with some sort of smart TV operating system that can provide instant access to your favorite streaming apps. Well then. With Prime Day underway, several TV models, as well as streaming devices and soundbars, are on sale. Some of them are much cheaper than we’ve seen before, while others are matching low prices that we haven’t seen in a while. Either way, it’s nothing but good deals below.

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Why the LG C5 OLED at $1,000 off is still my favorite TV deal for Prime Day

ZDNET's key takeaways The LG C5 OLED boosts dazzling brightness and color. It features an ultra-slim body, with material choices that evoke premium. It's priced relatively high for the nominal upgrades over last year's model. $1,796.99 at B&H Photo-Video $1,796.99 at Crutchfield $1,799.99 at LG more buying choices Major retailers have discounted LG's latest C5 OLED TV as much as $1,000 off depending on which size you buy. I would argue that the most crucial aspect of any television set is it

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Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025 Drops to a Record Low, Amazon Clears Out the Fire TV Stick Rival

Of the top-selling electronics on Prime Day, Fire TV Sticks usually head the list as Amazon’s own branded streaming players. However, for this year, one of Amazon’s direct competitors from Roku has edged out some of the Fire TV Stick models selling. The newly updated Roku Streaming Stick HD 2025 is now available at a record price point, and it is one of the best streaming deals of the sale. And unlike the majority of Prime Day offers, this one is not limited to Prime members. Now you can grab t

The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for only $18 in this 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 . The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is available for just $18 as part of the Prime Day festivities. That's 49 percent off, as it typically costs $35. This is a record-low price. The stick made our list of the best streaming devices, and we particularly recommend it for those on a budget. It j

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I love Roku for keeping its ads unobtrusive - which is why this Amazon deal worries me

Maria Diaz/ZDNET Are you a cord-cutter? The last time my family paid for cable TV was in 2017. Since then, we have watched all our TV entertainment on streaming services. While some shows are still difficult to find, nearly everything is available if you're willing to look for it or pay for it. If you watch TV via streaming, you need a device to download and present the stream. Most smartphones, tablets and computers have apps that will do this. Also: Your Roku has secret menus and settings -

This Sony OLED TV is the best TV deal I've ever seen for Prime Day - over 50% off

Adam Breeden/ZDNET I prefer Sony TVs because of their well-tuned picture quality right out of the box, their excellent remote, and their refined implementation of Google TV. My two favorite Sony TVs of all time are the Sony Bravia A95K OLED (2022) and the Sony Bravia A95L OLED (2023), and both are on sale for Amazon Prime Day this year. Most of today's TV buyers prefer a 65-inch TV, and the Sony A95L in that size is $600 off (17%) for Prime Day. However, the Sony A95K is a whopping $1,800 (51%

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Govee LED Strip Backlight With Dual Cameras Listed as a 4.5-Star Best-Selling Prime Day Deal

Watching a movie or a live sports event on a big screen in a darkened room was peak viewing for one reason — there wasn’t an alternative to heighten the experience. Now that LED lighting technology has dramatically shrunk in size and cost, you can transform any room into a fun, immersive multimedia lair with the Govee Envisual LED Backlight T2, an app-controlled two-camera setup with LED strip lights for big screens between 55 and 65 inches. It’s one of our favorite Amazon Prime Day deals at jus

The 47 Best Shows on HBO Max Right Now (July 2025)

HBO Max may not have the shine it once did, but the streaming service (previously just Max) is still home to some of the best TV shows of the past 25 years, from The Sopranos and The Wire to Game of Thrones and The Leftovers. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the “it’s not TV” cable network or a HBO Max newbie trying to figure out where to start, the shows below should give you plenty upon which to feast your eyes. Looking for more recommendations? Head to WIRED’s guide to the best TV shows on

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Rokid’s AR glasses are the wearable monitors you need, and they are now 30% off for Prime Day

Bogdan Petrovan / Android Authority The idea of smart AR glasses is an enticing one — imagine continuing your work, catching up on movies and TV shows, or playing your favorite games on a large screen, even when you’re away from your monitor or TV. The technology is evolving, and evolving rapidly, going from large, bulky devices that weren’t particularly powerful, to sleek, “regular” frames that will give you a theatre-like experience wherever you are. And one name to remember in this space is

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Amazon Prime Day deals include the Fire TV Stick 4K Max on sale for $35

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 . Amazon Prime Day can be a good time to upgrade your home theater setup thanks to all the tech deals we usually see. As was to be expected, Amazon has discounted nearly all of its own streaming devices, including the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, which is on sale for only $35 right now. That's

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