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🧵 Ready or not, #PrimeDay Part II is upon us! We've rounded up all the best deals from Amazon's first #PrimeEarlyAccessSale, so check this thread early and often as we update our picks for the stuff you won't want to miss. wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
★ Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet (2021) for $75 ($75 off)
The Fire HD 10 is the largest, speediest, and best for most people. The bigger screen has more pixels than its siblings, making it better for watching videos. 📸: Amazon wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
★ Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 (13 Inch, Ryzen 5) Laptop for $899 ($300 off)
Get a laptop you can be proud of. 📸: Microsoft wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
★ Coleman Evanston Dome Tent for $95 ($45 off)
If you need a new tent, now is the time to grab one. 📸: Coleman wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
JBL Bar 5.0 Soundbar for $240 ($160 off)
Get an immersive sound from a single unit with this Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar. 📸: JBL wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
Bose Noise Canceling Headphones 700 for $269 ($110 off)
Silence the office chatter and overly aggressive typists with these headphones from Bose. #PrimeDay 📸: Bose wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
★ Vitamix Professional Series 750 Blender for $400 ($230 off)
There are blenders, and then there are Vitamix blenders. 📸: Vitamix wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
Instant Pot Pro 11-in-1 (6 Quart) for $170 ($78 off)
Take your cooking to the next level. 📸: Instant Pot wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
Apple iPad Air (2022, 64 GB) Tablet for $519 ($80 off)
Get the most bang for your buck with the most powerful tablet. 📸: Apple wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
Stasher Silicone Reusable Storage Bags 4-Pack for $45 ($18 off)
Forget all the single-use ziplock bags. These silicone bags are dishwasher, freezer, and microwave-safe. You can even use them for sous vide cooking. #PrimeDay 📸: Amazon wired.trib.al/ymJGcsD Image
★ Apple Watch Series 8 (45 mm) for $379 ($50 off)
The recently released Apple Watch Series 8 is our favorite Apple Watch, and it's already on sale. 📸: Apple wired.trib.al/MdlsZaZ Image

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