21 Prime Day deals Verge readers are buying right now
A lot of readers are buying all kinds of Kindles. | Photo by Andrew Liszewski / The Verge There are an overwhelming number of Prime
A lot of readers are buying all kinds of Kindles. | Photo by Andrew Liszewski / The Verge There are an overwhelming number of Prime Day deals to sort through, which is why we spend so much time highlighting products we’ve already tested and can stand behind. But our recommendations are only one way to identify a worthwhile deal: another is seeing which products fellow Verge readers actually buy. Below, we’ve rounded up the deals that have resonated most with readers who spend as much time thinking about tech as we do. It’s a great way to see what people actually think is a great deal — and what products everyone has been waiting for a price drop on. Some of the favorites are exactly what you’d expect, like AirPods and Kindles. Others, like Birdbuddy’s camera-equipped smart bird feeder, were a more surprising. If you’re looking for some shopping inspiration, or are simply curious what your fellow readers have been adding to their carts, here are the products that have proven most popular so far during Prime Day. Hoto 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro Hoto’s rechargeable screwdriver is ideal for small repairs. It offers three torque modes, a rotational speed of up to 220RPM, and a helpful circular LED to illuminate dark spaces. The durable case also holds all 25 steel bits and an extension bar for getting into hard-to-reach places. Where to Buy $49.99 $28.49 at Amazon $49.99 $39.99 at Walmart AirPods Max 2 Apple’s over-ears retain the premium design of the original while delivering improved sound quality and better noise cancellation. They also sport Apple’s H2 chip, which enables newer features like live translation. Read our review. Where to Buy $549 $399 at Amazon $549 $399 at Walmart Birdbuddy Pro (solar) Birdbuddy’s charming, camera-equipped feeder identifies and snaps shots of each bird that stops by, supplementing its 5-megapixel stills with insightful facts via an app.
The solar roof helps keep the camera’s battery topped up even when it’s cloudy outside. Where to Buy $299 $168 at Amazon $299 $239 at Birdbuddy Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition offers 32GB of storage, supports wireless charging, and has an auto-adjusting front light. The bundle includes a leather cover, and a wireless charging dock. Read our review. Where to Buy $334.97 $182.97 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 3 The Apple Watch SE 3 is a major glow-up, adding an always-on display, wrist-temperature sensor, a more powerful processor, and fast charging. Read our review. Where to Buy $249 $199 at Amazon SwitchBot Smart Switch Button Pusher If you’ve ever wished you had a robot that could push a button for you, that’s precisely what SwitchBot’s Smart Switch does. It’s simple, smart, and works on anything with a button. Stick it on the device you want to turn on or off, and you’re set. Where to Buy $29.99 $19.99 at Amazon $29.99 $20.09 at SwitchBot (with code PDDAY33) Aqara Smart Lock U400 This innovative new smart lock uses the U1 ultra-wideband (UWB) chip in many iPhones and Apple Watches to automatically unlock your door as you approach. It will also work with the new Aliro standard and be compatible with Android phones for hands-free unlocking. Where to Buy $269.99 $219.99 at Amazon $269.99 at Aqara Belkin Charging Case for Nintendo Switch 2 The case features an integrated power bank and a small pocket to stow an AirTag (or other similarly sized Bluetooth tracker). Where to Buy $69.99 $54.99 at Amazon $69.99 $54.99 at Best Buy Fitbit Ace LTE The Fitbit Ace LTE is a fitness tracker designed specifically for kids, one loaded with movement-based games that encourage physical activity. It also supports GPS location tracking, as well as the ability to send messages and place calls to a limited number of contacts.
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