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Don’t let the announcement ofAmazon’s Prime Day sales eventtake the wind out of your shopping sails, because this Fourth of July weekend, we’re already seeing some amazing deals from retailers, offering some ferocious discounts on some of our favorite tech products. If you’ve been looking to grab a new smartphone, tablet, Chromebook, or a pair of headphones or earbuds — now’s going to be a great time to shop. And just to be clear, the deals start now and run through Sunday, so take advantage of these discounts while you still can.
Best Android phone deals
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Samsung Galaxy A35
Motorola Razr+ (2023)
Motorola Razr (2023)
Motorola Edge+ (2023)
Motorola Edge (2023)
OnePlus Open
This has to be one of the best selection of discounts that we’ve seen in quite some time. If you’re looking for a tablet-style foldable, you can’t go wrong with Samsung’sGalaxy Z Fold 5or theOnePlus Open— both of which are some of thebest foldablescurrently on the market. And if you’re looking for a foldable that’s a little bit easier on the wallet, the Motorola Razr is going to be a fantastic choice with a price that comes in at just $450.
Of course, if foldables aren’t your thing, and you’re looking to go with a traditional slab smartphone, thenGalaxy S24 Ultra, is going to be our top pick. It goes without saying, there’s also going to be some affordable options here as well, like the Motorola Edge, Edge+, and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE. Regardless of your budget, this is going to be the time to buy, because these are some of the best deals we’ve seen on these phones in quite some time.
Best Android tablet and Chromebook deals
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+
Acer Chromebook Spin 714
HP Chromebook x360 14C
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus
As you can see, there’s a tablet for every budget on sale right now. So, whether you’re looking for an absolute beast of a performer like theGalaxy Tab S9 Ultra, or want something that’s a little more basic like the Lenovo Tab M11, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. When it comes to pricing on tablets, we think that the discounts are actually pretty good right now, especially for these models. Although there are some cheaper options, we’re always curious about the support for those models, especially when it comes to software updates.
What is a Chromebook?
To truly understand what a Chromebook is, it helps to take a closer look at everything a Chromebook can (and can’t) do
Those that want to go a little beyond the tablet experience but don’t really want to splurge on a full-blown laptop, might want to check out a Chromebook. These devices runChromeOS, which is based on Google’s popular Chrome browser. While it isn’t as powerful as Windows or macOS, you’re still going to get a pretty good experience, and it’s the perfect option if you just want an operating system that’s capable of handling pretty much anything you’re able to throw at it.
Just ensure you’re not running any specialized apps or if you check to make sure they are compatible with ChromeOS. As far as pricing goes, we like what we’re seeing here. The discounts being offered are pretty good and if you’ve been looking to grab an Android tablet or Chromebook, now’s going to be a good time.
Best headphones and earbuds deals
Sony WH-1000XM5
Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless
Beats Studio Pro
Sony WF-1000XM5
Sennheiser Momentum 3
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro
While we love great deals on audio products, we’re not seeing the best prices on headphones during this Fourth of July weekend. However, if you’re in the market for some earbuds, then I think it’s a good time to buy, especially if you’re looking at picking up the Sennheiser Momentum 3s or theGalaxy Buds 2 Pro. Those looking to pick up the Sony’s should maybe hold off for now, as we’ve seen some better prices in the past. And if these are a bit outside your price range, check out some of ourfavorite affordable optionswith prices starting at around $50.
Best smartwatch and fitness tracker deals
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6
Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Garmin Epix Gen 2
Garmin Forerunner 945
Garmin Instinct 2
Amazfit Bip 3 Pro
We’re seeing some pretty impressive discounts on some of thebest smartwatchesout right now. And if you’re interested in picking up something from Garmin or Samsung, then now’s going to be the perfect time to shop. While Samsung Galaxy watches are the perfect pairing with the brand’s smartphones, Garmin wearables are great for those that want the best health and fitness tracking capabilities, along with fantastic battery life. Grab these deals while you can, because you won’t find better pricing elsewhere.
Best smart home deals
Google Nest Learning Smart Thermostat
Arlo Pro 5S Spotlight Camera Security Bundle
Eufy Security Video Doorbell
As you’re able to see, there aren’t many options when it comes to deals for smart home devices. While we’ve seen some awesome deals in the past, these are the best ones that we could find. While these deals aren’t bad, it might not be the exact brand you’re looking for when it comes to home security. Regardless, Eufy, Arlo and Google are all fine companies that offer some excellent products.
As for the rest of the deals, we think this is a pretty good batch of offers from a variety of different brands. For the most part, these deals are pretty solid, with plenty of savings, making it worthwhile to dive in if you’re ready to purchase. Of course, with Prime Day looming, there’s always the chance that we’ll see even deeper discounts. With that said, if you’re will to take a risk, then you may always wait it out until July 16.
