October Prime Day is nearly here, and we're already mentally bookmarking a ton of deals we plan on taking advantage of next week. If there's one thing you should definitely keep an eye on, it's everything that falls under tech and electronics — because the markdowns already popping up before the two-day sale even begins are truly impressive.
We're talking half off one of the most popular streaming sticks on the market, a ton of discounts on smart speakers, over 70% off high-performing earbuds and so much more. Check out our favorite deals on Amazon below!
Early October Prime Day tech under $50 deals
When it comes to a powerful and safe charging system, this multi-outlet and multi-port device is just what your home or office needs. It also offers surge protection, fire resistance and over-temperature control, per the brand.
It's not every day you see earbuds for less than $10. But anything can happen leading up to Prime Day, so we suggest scooping up this limited-time deal before it's gone.
This isn't your typical plug. It has that "smart" quality to it, meaning it's compatible with Amazon's Alexa function to help you turn on and off gadgets, anything from lamps to coffee makers to various other household devices.
A smart lightbulb can immediately change the mood and ambiance of any space. This editor-loved brand offers these dimmable smart bulbs, which are compatible with Google and Alexa and offer over 16 million colors to choose from to switch up your space’s look.
This tiny but mighty tool can make your life significantly easier, especially if you're an avid reader. It can help you turn pages on your e-reader without having to lift a finger.
Whether you're a scrapbooker or someone who just loves to stay organized, a solid label maker is probably on your list of things to buy to elevate your work. This one uses Bluetooth to function and even offers various templates for you to use.
You don't need a mix of cords and plugs to power up all your devices when you have this charging station. Set it up at your desk, nightstand or side table to achieve a faster charge for your phone, smartwatch and wireless earbuds.
This smart scale can help you keep track of multiple health stats, including body fat, muscle mass, body water and so much more. Plus, it offers goal management functions to make sure you stay motived to reach your fitness goals.
This Echo device offers the perfect amount of "smart" capabilities for a child's bedroom or play area. It offers gradual lighting to help your little one naturally wake up from a nap, can change colors at your command and can even play music for starting impromptu dance parties.
Contributing writer Colleen Sullivan considers this gadget a must-have for upgrading her reading routine, as well as an essential for completing everyday tasks. "Either my husband or I will throw it around our neck when we walk our dog at night or even when we’re grilling in the dark," she says. "We love that it leaves our hands free to pick up after our pup or to flip whatever’s on the grill. We also live in a suburb that loses power a lot during storms, so I’m guessing this will come in handy the next time the lights go out."
We love a device that can offer pain relief for sore muscles, but we especially love one that is one sale — like this Amazon No. 1 bestseller. It comes with nine massage heads to properly target different areas. The brand also promises "super-silent" technology and up to 6 hours of battery life on a single charge.
You'll never run out of battery with this portable charger on hand. It may be small in size, but it's mighty in power, capable of giving four full phone charges with one full battery (per the brand).
I personally tried this device recently and was seriously impressed by this streaming stick's speedy and intelligent technology. I especially liked how it worked with Alexa to help me find something to watch — all I had to do was say a prompt into the voice control. It truly created a convenient and enjoyable watching experience.
Use this innovative camera to watch over you home, business and other personal spaces that you'd prefer to keep on eye on. The bestselling device has a built-in camera with two-way talk and also offers real-time alerts.
Putting one of these trackers in your luggage, wallet, keys and other personal items will actually make it harder to lose track of them. What a great problem to have, huh?
Surround your space with a few of these compact speakers to create a "smart" area. Use them to set timers, read out the news or even elevate your home theater experience — all controlled by the sound of your own voice.
Another top-tier streaming device that delivers 4K picture resolution, voice search and control features, free live TV and much more.
Right now, you can score the newest model of Amazon's Echo Buds for over 70% off. The brand promises dynamic audio and active noise cancellation, as well as multi-device connectivity.
Grab an Echo Dot for even bigger sound, deeper bass and crystal clear vocals. The device also features motion detection, a temperature sensor and, of course, hands-free control with Alexa.
This power strip is more than just an easy way to power up all of your devices. It also supports voice commands, monitors energy consumption and offer surge protection.
If you need music everywhere you go, this portable speaker should be an immediate add-to-cart. It delivers up to seven continuous hours of sound, can easily connect to other JBL devices and has a waterproof and dust-proof design.
Keep your air cleaner and free of sneeze-inducing allergens with this air purifier. It can also fight bad odors and absorb smoke. And since it only weighs 2.2 pounds, you can easily transport it to any area in your home.
While you can't put a price on safety and peace of mind, the 39% discount on this security camera set isn't something to be ignored. You can count on these devices to spot anything, thanks to multiple features like night vision, 1080p HD resolution and live-view functionality.
Listen to your favorite albums, audiobooks and podcasts the way they deserve — with your full, undivided attention — with these affordable but high quality headphones. Their noise-cancelling function and 40-hour playtime can help you stay locked and focused for longer.
This Bluetooth turntable puts a modern twist on a classic music player. Sure, it will play your favorite vinyls with amazing clarity, but it can also connect to your phone to play the hits directly from your Spotify playlists.
Need the perfect gift for a family member this holiday season? Try this smart frame, where you can send all of your most precious memories in photo form straight from your phone.
What separates this Amazon device from its other compact speakers? This one has an LED face that can show the time, temperaure, song titles and more.
When you don't want to pull out the heavy machinery (aka, the clunky vacuum you used twice a year), use a compact machine like this one to pick up those smaller messes. Its cordless design makes it easy to move around the home or your car and it can pick up debris from basically any surface.
Why spend hundreds on a TV when you can grab this mini projector for less than $50? You can create an at-home cinema in any room of your choice and is compatible with many devices, including smartphones, laptops, gaming stations and more.
Being a little late to dinner doesn’t have to mean arriving to a cold supper that needs to be nuked in the microwave. Use this high-tech heating pad to keep food warm for up to six hours. According to the brand, it distributes heat evenly, offers temperature adjustments and can rapidly heat up in just 10 seconds.
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