Prime Day 2022 is here. Follow this thread for the best WIRED approved deals: wired.trib.al/MGtQQ0o
★ Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2021) for $75 ($75 off)
The Fire HD 10 is the largest, speediest, and best for most people. If you buy something using our links, WIRED may earn a commission. 📸: Amazon 1/ wired.trib.al/MGtQQ0o
★ LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for $11 ($7 off)
LifeStraw's Personal Water Filter is one of our favorite things to have on hand for emergencies. It filters up to 1,000 gallons of water. 📸: Amazon 2/ wired.trib.al/WK54cvQ
★ Vitamix 5200 Blender for $299 ($170 off)
Yes, the Vitamix is expensive, but it's worth it. 📸: Vitamix 3/ wired.trib.al/WK54cvQ
★ Sony SRS-XB13 Bluetooth Portable Speaker for $48 ($10 off)
If you're into blasting your tunes around town, these sub-$100 speakers from Sony feature a clever built-in strap and sit flat in a bike basket. 📸: Sony 4/ wired.trib.al/UX3wzmT
★ DJI Mini 2 Fly More Drone Combo for $479 ($120 off)
DJI's Mini 2 has been replaced by the Mini 3, which is better in nearly every way, but it's also double the price of this deal on DJI's Mini 2. 📸: DJI 5/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
Garmin Venu Sq Fitness Tracker for $160 ($40 off)
Garmin's Venu Sq (8/10 WIRED Recommends) is a great entry-level fitness tracker. It's equipped with an always-on LCD touchscreen, and it comes in an assortment of charming colors. 📸: Garmin 8/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
Zojirushi 3-Cup Micom Rice Cooker for $130 ($30 off)
Burnt rice is totally not cool. It’s time to upgrade to the Zojirushi, the undisputed king of rice cookers. #PrimeDay 📸: Zojirushi 9/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
★ Kindle Paperwhite (2021, 11th Gen) for $95 ($45 off)
The Paperwhite is the best overall Kindle and you deserve only the best. #PrimeDay 📸: Amazon 10/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
★ Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) Smart Speaker for $20 ($30 off)
This is for anyone who has simply ever wanted to say, "Hey, Alexa..." 📸: Amazon 11/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
Nest Doorbell (Battery) for $120 ($70 off)
Keeping your home safe shouldn't break the bank. The Nest Doorbell is one of our favorites, and it's currently on sale. 📸: Google 12/ wired.trib.al/CUuMSwH
★ Fully Jarvis Standing Desk for $484 ($85 off)
This is our favorite standing desk of the many we've tested over the past two years. It's adjustable via the motor, made of eco-friendly bamboo, and you can customize it to your liking. 📸: Fully 13/ wired.trib.al/uS8s3XV
★ Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Headphones for $228 ($50 off)
Block out the outside world with the Sony WF-1000XM4 headphones. 📸: Sony 14/ wired.trib.al/uS8s3XV
★ Asus Chromebook Flip C434 for $409 ($99 off)
Move over Apple, and make room for the the Asus Chromebook Flip C434. 📸: Asus 14/ wired.trib.al/uS8s3XV
Beats Fit Pro Wireless Earbuds for $160 ($40 off)
WIRED's gear team says the Beats Fit Pro wireless earbuds feel and sound better than Apple Airpod Pros AND they have longer battery life. 📷: Beats 15/ wired.trib.al/DlO6v1m#PrimeDay
Echo Dot Kids Edition for $25 ($35 off)
Well, would you look at this adorable thing? It's the perfect gift for kids and it comes in tiger or panda prints. 📷: Amazon 16/ wired.trib.al/bIoWXOk
Sony A90J 55-Inch OLED 4K TV for $1,948 ($250 off)
One of the prettiest TVs we've ever tested just dropped to its lowest price ever. 📷: Sony 17/ wired.trib.al/lpjWvg4
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