Amazon’s October Prime Day sale is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to shop if you need tech accessories, gifts and Halloween items. The sale officially starts on Oct. 6, but plenty of early deals are live, so you don’t have to wait until then to start shopping.
There are plenty of early bargains you can grab now. Our shopping experts are constantly monitoring prices so you can grab what you need without paying full price. Amazon stock and deals tend to change quickly, so check back often.
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Best Prime Day tech deals under $50
These Blink indoor cameras work out to be just $14 each with this deal
Blink/CNETThese Blink indoor cameras are small and unobtrusive. They can be used to keep an eye on your house while you’re away, and for $28 for the pair, it feels like a no-brainer to pick them up.
I have one that I use to monitor my dog when I’m not home, and it integrates perfectly with my outdoor Blink system. One app is all you need to monitor all your cameras.
This palm-sized Bluetooth speaker is designed to go just about anywhere. It’s got a rugged, waterproof design — and even floats — making it a great pick for pool parties and beach days. It boasts 20 hours of battery life and an integrated fabric loop for easy transport.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to get some decent noise-canceling earbuds these days. These JBL buds have 8mm drivers for rich, full sound and boast an impressive 40-hour battery life. They’re also IP54 water- and dust-resistant, which means you can use them during workouts.
This portable power bank is great for charging on the go. It delivers 45-watt fast charging via the USB-C port and supports 25-watt wireless charging, so you can charge multiple devices at once. It’s also got a 10,000-mAh battery and uses graphene cooling to help prevent overheating.
The Anker Soundcore 2 has Bluetooth 5 connectivity, IPX7 waterproofing and Anker’s BassUp technology for deeper sound. With up to 24 hours of battery life, it’s designed to keep playing through long days away from a charger.
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Best Prime Day kitchen deals under $50
Slowcooking and meal prep just got easier

OK, OK. Technically, this is $55, not $50, but it’s really close, and I think it’s a good deal. Crock-Pot is synonymous with slow cookers, and this light blue version looks fantastic.
It can keep cooking for 20 minutes to 20 hours, so it’s great for meal prep and for making a stew when you get home from work. It even has a lockdown lid so you can take your favorite dish to the cookout.
If you’re a meal prepper, a good vacuum sealer is a must-have for keeping food fresher for longer or saving space in the freezer. This already-affordable model is close to 20% off before Prime Day.
The Fullstar Pro chopper is a simple all-in-one kitchen gadget that speeds up prep work for vegetables, fruit and more. It includes interchangeable blades for chopping and spiralizing, plus a built-in container to catch everything as you go. It’s a compact tool designed to reduce the time spent slicing and dicing during everyday cooking. Just note that this deal is only available to Prime members.
This handy electric pizza oven makes countertop cooking super easy. It is way more than just a pizza maker, you can also use it to cook omelets, flip pancakes, grill sandwiches, press tortillas and make crepes.
Make delectable quesadillas or delicious burger patties with this nonstick electric griddle from Dash. All you need to do is plug in the griddle and set it to your desired temperature for scrumptious meals with super-easy cleanup.
This deal is for Prime members only.
You don’t need to let the cold weather stop you from grilling meat, fish, poultry and veggies. This four-serving indoor grill is perfect for a quick dinner, includes removable grill plates and fits into tiny kitchens.
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Best Prime Day home deals under $50
The Govee smart light bulbs are super fun and easy to use. You get 16 million colors and 54 preset scenes to easily set the exact mood you want in your room. Plus, it can even sync up to your music — just use the Govee Home app on your phone. You can control everything completely hands-free using your voice.
The Levoit Core Mini-P air purifier keeps your home fresh and clean by using its pre-filter. The main filter catches everyday particles like dust, pet hair, smoke and unpleasant odors. It is compact enough to use anywhere, be it in the bedroom, the kitchen or the office. It also features a whisper-quiet design, a sleep mode and an auto-off display so it will never disturb you while you relax or focus.
This handy little device is a compact, super-accurate thermometer and hygrometer that connects to your phone. It refreshes every two seconds, stores up to 20 days of data locally and lets you export years of history as a CSV file using the Govee Home App. Plus, you can set custom comfort ranges and get instant alerts when temperature or humidity goes outside your preferred levels.
Be sure to claim the on-page coupon to get the full discount.
Meet the smart lamp and nightlight made just for kids. It connects easily with Alexa devices like the Echo Dot, letting you change colors and brightness with voice. You can also set up fun lighting routines with countdown timers for homework, or use it as a gentle sunrise alarm and bedtime dimmer to help them wake up and fall asleep.
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When does the October Amazon Prime Day take place?
Amazon confirmed that its Prime Big Deal Days event is returning on Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 with thousands of discounts.
Do you need an Amazon Prime membership to shop the sale?
No, but having one can help you get more out of it. Some of the deals are reserved exclusively for Prime members. A subscription also includes perks such as free two-day shipping and faster delivery options.
Where are the best Prime Day deals?
As you might expect, Amazon is the place to be for Prime Day deals. But that doesn’t mean that other retailers don’t often jump on the bandwagon. Big retailers like Best Buy, Walmart and Target often run competing sales alongside Amazon’s.