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It\u2019s that time<\/span> of year again, and Prime Day deals are back. The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days event\u2014also known as Amazon Prime Day 2\u2014is officially arriving on October 7 and 8, but early deals have already started. The WIRED Reviews team has hundreds of years of collective experience covering shopping holidays such as this. What sets us apart is that we only write about actual deals on the gear and gadgets that we’ve hand-tested. We’re getting ready to cover the whole sale with a variety of stories and even a liveblog (and, hopefully, lots of caffeine.) Below, you’ll find the best deals we’ve managed to find so far. Come back for additional coverage when the event begins.<\/p>\n Get prepared with our guide on How to Shop Prime Day Like A Pro. We also have advice on avoiding scams on Amazon and making sure you’re getting all of your Amazon Prime perks.<\/p>\n Updated September 30, 2025: We’ve added 10 new deals on a few Amazon devices, the best cheap laptop, a great fitness tracker, our favorite smart bird feeder, and a few other gadgets. We’ve also checked for accuracy throughout.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/span>The Best Qi2 Power Bank<\/span><\/p>\n Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K) (Qi2)<\/p>\n Jump to Deal<\/p>\n Photograph: Brenda Stolyar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Photograph: Brenda Stolyar<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This deal comes within $20 of the lowest price we\u2019ve tracked for the best iPad on the market. The 2025 Apple iPad (A16) is cute and comes in a few different colors in your choice of 128-, 256-, or 512-gigabyte storage. It has a modern design, USB-C charging, Touch ID, and two 12-MP cameras. It\u2019s powerful enough for most people, and it doesn\u2019t have support for Apple Intelligence (which may be a blessing or a curse). If you primarily use your tablet to watch videos, play mobile games, or do light work, it\u2019ll be just fine (and you won\u2019t overpay for features you aren\u2019t using). One thing to note is that it only supports the first-generation or USB-C Apple Pencil. Check our guide to the Best iPad Accessories for additional picks.<\/p>\n Apple<\/p>\n This iPad is our upgrade pick, with an M3 chip that can handle more graphics-intensive tasks. Go for the 13-inch.<\/p>\n Apple<\/p>\n This small-but-mighty iPad supports Apple Intelligence and has an A17 Pro chipset, though its 60-Hz refresh rate could be higher.<\/p>\n Apple<\/p>\n Coming within $10 of the best deal, these trackers add your wallet, keys, or luggage to the Find My app.<\/p>\n Apple<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Photograph: Parker Hall<\/p>\n The Nothing Ear (a) top our list of the best wireless earbuds. They look super cool, with a stylish semi-clear design, on-board touch controls, and a sleek charging case. They pack excellent sound and good noise cancellation, and they\u2019re downright easy to use. The battery lasts about five and a half hours if you\u2019ve got active noise cancellation on. They also pair easily with both Android and iOS devices. This deal comes within $10 of the best discount we\u2019ve tracked.<\/p>\n Logitech<\/p>\n Our favorite gaming headset has Bluetooth and wired connectivity, plus a built-in mic and comfy ear cups.<\/p>\n Google<\/p>\n These tiny, comfy earbuds are our favorite for Android phone owners.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n The Nimble Champ (Series 2) is the best power bank lineup you can buy, and right now a few different capacities are on sale. They don\u2019t drop in price very often. Every iteration is small and lightweight, with fast charging speeds (that vary from 15 watts to 65, depending on the size) and a durable finish. Nimble\u2019s power banks are made with bioplastics and have minimal packaging, which helps lessen the environmental impact. They\u2019re also nice to look at.<\/p>\n Anker<\/p>\n We like this tiny power bank for phones because it\u2019s compact but still delivers a full charge.<\/p>\n Anker<\/p>\n WIRED reviewer Louryn Strampe uses this power bank nearly every day. It recharges quickly and has a handy display.<\/p>\n Anker<\/p>\n The best 3-in-1 charger for travel can top off your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch despite its compact size.<\/p>\n Ugreen<\/p>\n This power bank is an excellent option for tablets thanks to its robust capacity and power delivery.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n Anker<\/p>\n This is the best Qi2 power bank out of the many we\u2019ve tried so far, and we\u2019ve not yet seen it sell for less. It has a built-in kickstand, a two-way USB-C port, and a built-in LED display. You can attach MagSafe iPhones or Qi2 phones in landscape or portrait orientation. It\u2019s not the beefiest power bank in the world, offering about one and a half charges for newer phones, but it\u2019ll definitely come in handy if you just need a quick top-off while on the go\u2014especially since you won\u2019t need to bring your own cable.<\/p>\n Logitech<\/p>\n This keyboard case with built-in trackpad is a great tool for working from your iPad.<\/p>\n Anker<\/p>\n This Qi2 charger is one of our favorites, especially at this price.<\/p>\n Rain Design<\/p>\n This is our favorite budget-friendly laptop stand, and now it’s even more affordable.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Photograph: Brenda Stolyar<\/p>\n Apple<\/p>\n It’s hard to do much better than the MacBook Air (M4, 2025). The best laptop has beefy performance, terrific battery life, and is super quiet thanks to its fanless design. It also has support for two 4K external monitors, and the built-in M4 chip allows for on-device AI processing and support for Apple Intelligence. The webcam boasts 12 megapixels, which is an upgrade compared to previous models, too. It comes in your choice of four different colors and three storage configurations. Check our MacBook buying guide for additional recommendations.<\/p>\n Roku<\/p>\n This compact little streaming stick is easy to set up and use, with 4K streaming and voice controls.<\/p>\n Boox<\/p>\n This tiny tablet works best as a phone-sized e-reader, perfect for airports or train rides.<\/p>\n Fitbit<\/p>\n This comes close to the best price we’ve tracked for the very best fitness tracker.<\/p>\n Amazfit<\/p>\n Want a fitness tracker without overspending? This is the best cheap option.<\/p>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This is a great deal on our favorite outdoor security camera, and you can get in on it right before porch pirate season. The Arlo Pro 5 has clear footage, fast live-feed load times, and smart notifications. Recording at up to 2K resolution with HDR, it won\u2019t struggle in low light thanks to night vision, and there\u2019s also a color mode. Two-way audio is clear, and there\u2019s a built-in siren too. You do need an Arlo Secure subscription to make the most of this camera, but the deal is solid. The multipacks are discounted, too.<\/p>\n Arlo<\/p>\n These cheap security cameras are still solid and reliable, though some features are locked behind a subscription.<\/p>\n Flexispot<\/p>\n Upgrade your WFH setup with this rolling adjustable desk that has room for your laptop and coffee.<\/p>\n Plugable<\/p>\n The best USB-C hub has 140 watts of power delivery, plus every port you could need.<\/p>\n Tribit<\/p>\n This boombox-style speaker will bring the party anywhere, complete with built-in lights.<\/p>\n Photograph: Nena Farrell<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Photograph: Nena Farrell<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Courtesy of Amazon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Amazon<\/p>\n Full disclosure: A new Kindle Scribe is coming, but we still think this is worth buying. The Kindle Scribe is our favorite e-reader for taking notes. It works well as a digital notebook and as a way to read your favorite books. With a generous 10-inch display and a Premium Pen (with a soft-tipped eraser on the end) included, you can use it to plan, journal, or annotate. There are some AI software features like note summarization, too. We do wish it was waterproof, or that it had some color features like the new model will, but if you’re in the market for something like it, it’s worth considering. There’s a chance it will get slightly cheaper when Prime Day actually arrives, but it likely won’t be by much\u2014especially considering this is a match of the lowest price we’ve tracked.<\/p>\n Amazon<\/p>\n This cute little smart speaker has personality, though its sound quality isn’t fantastic.<\/p>\n Amazon<\/p>\n This Amazon smart speaker has surprising sound quality, and may get cheaper when Prime Day arrives.<\/p>\n Amazon<\/p>\n This colorful Kindle is the same as the grown-up version, and you get a cover.<\/p>\n Netvue<\/p>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Photograph: Simon Hill<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n This smart ring is our favorite without a subscription. Importantly, due to a ruling by the FTC, these rings will no longer be available for purchase in the US after October 21 (though Ultrahuman says existing rings will still be supported). If you have been eyeing one, this deal is a match of the best we have tracked so far. The Ring Air can track your heart rate, blood oxygen, physical activity, and sleep, and it’ll offer insights about changes in your heart rate variability or skin temperature. There are some additional convenient features like a smart alarm that’ll wake you up during a lighter part of your sleep cycle, too.<\/p>\n JBL<\/p>\n Our favorite Bluetooth speaker sounds fantastic and comes in a wide array of different colors.<\/p>\n Asus<\/p>\n There’s no better cheap laptop on the market. This can handle most tasks for less money than usual.<\/p>\n Belkin<\/p>\n This 3-in-1 charger looks great on your nightstand, keeping things secure in portrait or landscape orientation.<\/p>\n Power up with unlimited access to<\/em> WIRED. Get best-in-class reporting and exclusive subscriber content that’s too important to ignore. Subscribe Today.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" It\u2019s that time of year again, and Prime Day deals are back. 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Apple iPad (2025, A16) for $299 ($149 off)<\/h2>\n
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iPad Air (2025, M3)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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AirTags (4-pack)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
MagSafe Charger (2 m)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Nothing Ear (a) for $89 ($20 off)<\/h2>\n
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Pixel Buds Pro 2<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Nimble Champ (Large) for $90 ($10 off)<\/h2>\n
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737 Power Bank<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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145W Power Bank<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K) for $70 ($20 off)<\/h2>\n
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Apple MacBook Air (M4, 2025) for $799 ($200 off)<\/h2>\n
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Streaming Stick Plus (2025)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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Arlo Pro 5S Security Camera for $100 ($80 off)<\/h2>\n
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Essential Indoor Security Camera (2nd Gen)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Adjustable Table With Wheels<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
USB-C 9-in-1 Hub (USBC-9IN1E)<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Stormbox Blast 2<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
Amazon Kindle Scribe (2024) for $300 ($100 off)<\/h2>\n
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Ultrahuman Ring Air for $300 ($50 off)<\/h2>\n
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