Sparks are still flying at Amazon's spectacular extended 4th of July sale! (Photos: Amazon)
Summer is on, and a whole season of super-sizzling sales is in full swing at Amazon! Today's extended 4th of July sale is positively bursting with savings, and another biggie sale, Prime Day, starts July 11. We've gathered the biggest door-busting Amazon sales right here, including deep discounts on top-notch TVs and tech, kitchen and home gear, style and beauty faves and oh-so-much more. Use our curated rundown of the best deals as your own customized shopping list and kick back and shop your heart out.
This Jumper 16-inch laptop — a No. 1 new release at Amazon — is down to just $290 from its usual price of $1,200 and includes 4GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and a processor that can reach 2.5GHz in speed. That's everything you need for daily work and even some lightweight gaming. What's not to adore? "When I started using it, I fell in love. Fast," one smitten user said. "I do at least one to two large (100 or more slides) PowerPoint presentations a week and I never want to go back to my old computer."
Keeping up with body-hair growth can be difficult — unless you have this handy little gadget, of course. Instead of spending hundreds or thousands on razors, shaving products, waxing, bleaching and so on, try the XSoul Hair Removal Device, now 65% off. This popular treatment uses advanced IPL (intense pulsed light) technology to break the cycle of hair regrowth for permanent hair reduction, delivering flawlessly smooth skin.
"I got this for using on my underarms, and it really works. After one week I was noticing slower and thinner growth, and now it's so slow and thin, I forget to keep using it," said one beauty maven. "For someone who just gave up on sleeveless tops" because of "such bad irritation from shaving, this is totally worth it."
The earbuds that need no introduction: Apple AirPods. Their stable, low-latency wireless connection delivers incredible sound, while the charging case keeps you powered up on the go with more than 24 hours of listening time when fully juiced. They're waterproof and sweat-resistant, too, so don't sweat it if you get caught in the rain or wear them during a particularly intense gym sesh. And the price can't be beat — at $30 off, you're getting an earful for a song.
"I absolutely LOVE my AirPods!" raved one of the 507,000+ five-star Amazon reviewers. "I’ve been using cheap ear buds for a long time now, and I have had to keep buying new ones because all of them have had one issue or another. I decided to stop messing around and just spend the money to get some of these, and I’m SO glad I did! I’ve had zero issues with them, they charge quickly, the charge lasts a good amount of time and the sound is amazing. Definitely recommend! 100% worth the price."
Lenovo is a big name in reasonably priced quality tech, and this IdeaPad Flex 3 is no exception. A 360-degree hinge allows Laptop mode for everyday computing, Tent mode for sharing your screen with others, Stand mode for hands-free binge-watching, or Tablet mode for more intuitive interaction. Plus, it comes with an attached stylus for freeform touch-screen usage, and a super-sweet one-year warranty from the manufacturer, so you can enjoy in complete confidence.
Whether you have kids, pets or a particularly messy spouse, the best way to keep your car from accumulating trash is to have a place to put it (that isn't your back seat). This waterproof bin clips on to your back seat or the back of the passenger or driver's seat headrest, and it's the perfect size for water bottles, discarded coffee cups, and, of course, those sundry receipts that seem to multiply every day.
"The best trash can for the car I have come across!" raved one happy driver. "If you’re thinking about buying this, do it; I got the black color, and it goes unnoticed in my car."
If your idea of an ideal hot summer day is spent indoors with the AC blasting and a Netflix binge going, this deal is for you. The Insignia 24-inch HD Smart 720p Fire TV is marked down to just $65, and it's the perfect size for a bedroom, kitchen or other hideaway. It's also a Fire TV, which means you can seamlessly stream movies from Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max, Netflix and just about any other network — all without having to purchase a separate device or pay for cable. Even better? The remote is preprogrammed with Alexa, so all you have to do is ask her to play your favorite show and she'll get to work while you get down to some serious slack time.
It's important to keep your eyes on the road (of course), but that can be difficult when following your phone's GPS. This car phone mount, now just $13 with the on-page coupon, is the perfect solution. It easily holds your cell in view for quick reference so you don't have to look down, and it can secure phones of all sizes, thanks to adjustable feet and strong, wide clips. Mounting is also a snap — it uses a powerful three-layer viscous gel and a one-step locking mechanism to provide strong suction on a smooth surface without leaving residue.
"After struggling without a phone mount for years, we finally sprung for one. After seeing many kinds that took up space in your cup holder or mounted on vents, we didn't want that. Our dashboard is curved, so a flat mount would not work either. Alas, we found this one and it's perfect," raved one five-star fan. "Easy to mount, easy to slide the the phone into. With over 2,000 miles using it, we give it five stars!!"
Keep your home clean and your sanity intact with Lefant's Robot Vacuum Cleaner, now just $100 thanks to Amazon's on-page coupon. While cleaning your floors daily has never seemed possible, thanks to the fab price of this robot vacuum, it’s never been easier — or more affordable — to keep your home spic-and-span.
One customer said: "The Lefant Robot Vacuum efficiently cleans my floors, effortlessly picking up dust, crumbs and pet hair. I appreciate its convenience as I can schedule it to clean even when I'm not home, making my life easier."
It's dang near unheard of to see the top-rated cutlery brand Henckels at a serious markdown, so be sure to snap up this deal before it's gone. Shoppers say this 15-piece set of solid, sharp knives makes cooking easier, not to mention safer. “These are really nice knives. I’ve been looking for a while and wanted a set that was easy to grip and [doesn’t slip] out of hand, due to hand injuries. These are just what I needed, and at a great price,” wrote one kitchen warrior. That serious markdown we mentioned? How does 62% off grab you?
If you run hot during your slumber, the purple Pharmedoc Cooling Memory Foam Pillow is packed with features to help keep you chill and comfy while you snooze. It's crafted from memory foam, which helps provide impressive support that cradles your head and neck in bed, and it has ventilation holes to allow air to pass through, cooling off your pillow, and your noggin, in the process. It's even infused with a special cooling gel to help keep it — and you — from overheating during the night. And because it's created from a block of memory foam, the Pharmedoc won't easily lose its shape like so many forgetful pillows out there.
More than 2,300 Amazon shoppers have given the Pharmedoc a perfect review. One satisfied snoozer called this the "best pillow." Tell us more! "I have had a terrible time finding the right pillow. They are either too hard or they squish down by morning, and either way I wake up with neck, back and jaw pain. This pillow is great. I love it!"
This powerful electric toothbrush delivers 40,000 strokes per minute, using sonic technology to remove food, stains and other gunk lurking between your teeth. It comes with eight brush heads; that's enough for more than two years of use. You've got the option of five modes: Clean, White, Polish, Soft and Gum Care. Plus there are plenty of useful features like a built-in timer that pulses every 30 seconds to signal when it's time to move on to a new area of your mouth. Some 4,000 Amazon shoppers swear by this sleek choice: "It's a game changer," said one happy customer. "This toothbrush rivals the performance of high-end brands like Panasonic but at a fraction of the price. The brush provides a thorough and effective clean, leaving my teeth feeling refreshed and polished."
If you're a creature of comfort, this is the shoe for you. Beloved by chefs, medical workers and kids alike, Crocs are lightweight, easy to clean, quick-drying and water-resistant too. “They are so comfy, light and airy, with great cushioning for walking all day long,” declares one shopper. “I used to think they were just plastic gardening shoes, or just comfy clogs for nurses and doctors. But NOW I am seeing Crocs everywhere. ... They have become a highly sought-after fashion item!” Prices vary by size and color.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.