Prime Day is a great time to stock up on gifts for the second half of the year. And if you've been looking for a useful tech gift under $30, you may not need to look any further. Anker's 45W Smart Display Charger is currently 35% off, bringing it down to just $26.

With more smartphone brands ditching chargers from the box, a compact fast charger is already a practical gift. But Anker has added a few thoughtful touches that make this one stand out from the usual wall adapter.

• Prime Day is back June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: you want to see real-time charging speeds, like the idea of a built-in display, or need a travel-friendly charger with a foldable plug design.

❌Skip this deal if: you need more than 45W charging or want a charger with multiple USB-C ports.

When we first saw this charger at CES 2026, it immediately stood out because of its design. The plug folds through 180 degrees, making it much easier to fit into awkward wall outlets or tight spaces. It's a small design feature, but one that makes it especially handy for frequent travelers.

The other standout feature is the built-in LCD display. Instead of just being another plain charger, it shows the real-time power your device is drawing while also displaying a small animated character that gives it a bit of personality. It's a surprisingly fun little touch that makes the charger feel more premium than its price suggests.

Thankfully, it's not just about looks. The charger supports up to 45W fast charging, which is more than enough for iPhones and most Android phones sold in the U.S. It can also recognize different iPhone models, including the iPhone 15, 16, and 17 series, and adjust charging accordingly.

The only real downside is that it includes just a single USB-C port. Personally, though, I'd rather have one port capable of delivering the full 45W than two ports splitting that power between multiple devices.

Right now, the blue version is available at 35% off on Amazon. If you'd rather match the charger to your phone or just prefer a different color, Anker is offering the same discount across the other color options on its own website as well.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is an incredible phone with one very big problem — its price. With a starting retail tag of $1,299.99, the device was simply out of reach for a lot of people at launch, which means many were waiting for Prime Day to see if an Amazon discount could lessen the blow. 

Thankfully, Prime Day didn't disappoint, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is currently chilling with a whopping 29% discount through June 26th. That price drop puts the 256GB configuration at $919.99, which is well below the previously held lowest price ever recorded.

Still, 900 bucks isn't exactly small change, so many folks are wondering: is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra worth the price yet? It's not an easy question to answer, so let's break it all down. 

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: you want a powerful Samsung phone with a large display, built-in stylus, and top-tier Snapdragon performance; you're a Samsung enthusiast who simply can't miss the latest and greatest creations from the OEM.

❌Skip this deal if: you don't necessarily need the most powerful smartphone on the market; you can get a better Galaxy S26 deal through your wireless carrier; you need the best camera tech in your smartphones.

It's no surprise that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is one of the most powerful Android phones ever built. It's basically Samsung's everything-but-the-kitchen-sink phone, sporting the latest Snapdragon processor, unbelievable charging speeds, and a gorgeous 6.9-inch AMOLED display. The phone also comes packed with new features like Privacy Display, plus you get all of the latest AI-boosted software tricks and 12GB of RAM as standard.

But the question here isn't whether or not the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a good phone; the question is if it's worth the $919.99 price tag during Prime Day. After all, it does has some flaws. The camera hardware is a bit underwhelming, for instance, and the Ultra's slim frame means that the battery size isn't much of an upgrade over its predecessor. 

Indeed, with regular day to day use, it's unlikely that you'll notice a difference in performance between the Galaxy S26 Ultra and say, the base model Galaxy S26 (currently just $669.99 during Prime Day) or even the Google Pixel 10 (discounted to $684 today). 

If you're a Samsung enthusiast who's had your eye on the Galaxy S26 Ultra for a while, then by all means jump on this deal while you have the chance. After all, it's unlikely that we'll see an unlocked S26 Ultra deal this good again until the Fall sales kick off in October. But if you just want a great phone deal this Prime Day, there are plenty of other Samsung deals that won't cost you over $900 out the door. The choice is yours. 

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

Your phone overheating is more likely to happen with the unforgiving summer heatwaves happening of late. Overheating not only slows down your phone, causing lags, but it can also potentially cause your phone's lithium ion battery to catch fire or explode in extreme scenarios.

Beat the heat and prevent thermal throttling issues on your smartphone with the right cooling accessories. Something as simple as a cooling fan or a thermal case can prevent your phone from having a meltdown — literally.

Thanks to Prime Day, you can save a lot of money on summer essentials like these phone coolers. Don't waste time making up your mind, though, because these deals end tomorrow!

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Black Shark FunCooler 5

Black Shark used to be Xiaomi's gaming sub-brand. I have reviewed many of their gaming phones and accessories before and found they have incredibly good value for money. The brand's phone coolers in particular are insanely good at what they do, freezing down boiling temperatures in seconds.

The Black Shark FunCooler 5 has a cooling fan, RGB lights, and really strong 12N magnets, so you can attach it to the back of your phone magnetically. Any MagSafe, Pixelsnap, or magnetic Qi2 device should be able to use it natively. You can also use a magnetic adapter ring to make it work for non-magnetic phones.

PHOOZY Apollo Thermal Phone Case

If you watch Shark Tank, you might have spotted the PHOOZY Apollo Thermal Phone Case on the show. This clever contraption is a thermal phone case that reflects light, deflecting heat and insulating the internals. This keeps your phone nice and cool while sealing the heat outside.

The PHOOZY Apollo Thermal Phone Case features military-grade water resistance, so it's the ideal companion for beach visits and poolside hangouts. You can choose between Gold and Silver colors, and there are two sizes: medium and large.

TORRAS PolarCircle Qi2 Wireless Charger

When looking to eliminate heating issues on your phone, why not get an accessory that does multiple things at once? The TORRAS PolarCircle Qi2 Wireless Charger is a 15W Qi2 wireless charger that not only cools your device using a fan, but it also recharges it wirelessly.

There's even a stand built into the back of the TORRAS PolarCircle Qi2 Wireless Charger which has a sturdy rotating a ring-like shape. And since the cooling accessory is powered by USB-C, you don't need to worry about charging it or buying a separate cable for it.

Whether it's for the FIFA World Cup or vacation, plenty of people are traveling this summer. But if you're new to international travel, one thing to keep in mind is keeping your tech powered up, and that means remembering to pack the essentials. That includes charging bricks, adapters (because different places use different plugs!), cables, and more. Sounds like a lot, but Prime Day helps ease the stress on your wallet.

I'm going to be traveling soon, and my charging stache needs a big upgrade. Fortunately, Anker has just about everything anyone could need when traveling abroad, and all of it is on sale right now for Prime Day. I've already highlighted one portable power bank that I recommend for just about any time you leave the house, but here are some additional charging accessories that I'm putting in my cart.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

What you need to know

• Nothing revealed what its Phone 4b will look like ahead of its July 7 launch, and it will rock a "unibody" design with a clear camera bump.
• The phone features two vertical camera lenses and the Phone 4a's Glyph Bar LED system.
• Nothing's co-founder, Akis Evangelidis, recently discussed the Phone 4b, stating it will feature its own distinct voice, while potentially sitting below the a-series.

Throw away your sketchbooks. Nothing revealed the design of its upcoming Phone 4b in full before launch, and it's taking a new approach.

Nothing appears to be pushing the envelope with its next device, the Phone 4b. On X, the company fully revealed the phone's design ahead of its July 7 launch. The video shows an illustrator "designing" the phone, placing its camera lenses, volume buttons, power button, and SIM tray. The back of the Phone 4b is turning heads, as a community post states it features a "unibody design."

What would be the "clear camera bump" is pretty flush to the phone's back panel. The camera lenses rise off the bump a tad, but Nothing has kept those specifications under wraps. An LED flash and another sensor are set beside that (horizontally) in a pill-shaped container. Nothing also draws attention to the Glyph Bar, which we've seen debut on the Phone 4a. The company says this design approach was done to facilitate "a minimal rear design that feels distinctly Nothing and smooth in your hands."

The video on X gives us a good look at the phone's screen, too. The UI is distinctly Nothing OS, of course, but its bezels are a talking point. They seem rather thick. A user on X noticed this, too, but points out another aspect: a rather large chin (via Gizmodo). There could be more to this, and we'd have to look at what the company's co-founder said a few days ago.

Phone 4b in progress...

Earlier this week, Nothing posted an image straight out of a blueprint or a sketchbook. The company said it "accidentally" designed a new phone, and that seems to ring true after this reveal. Nothing clearly tried to merge certain aspects of its Phone 4a and 4a Pro to make a phone that still keeps its own identity. However,, the company's co-founder, Akis Evangelidis, discussed the true intentions of the Phone 4b.

According to Evangelidis, the Phone 4b is a "continuation of our naming system." The phone is intended to stand on its own, while using lessons learned from the a-series. What's more, it looks like this phone could sit below (price-wise) the Phone 4a and other a-series devices. Evangelidis says the a-series is a "premium line" beneath the main flagship Nothing phones. This could be why the Phone 4b's bezels seem thick. How that sways public opinion is up to the public.

The phone is set to debut on July 7, where we'll undoubtedly learn everything we need to.

Android Central's Take

The Phone 4b has a simpler design compared to the Phone 4a and 4a Pro—especially the 4a Pro. It seems like Nothing is trying to nail a lower price point with this phone. Maybe that's why it's made the choices it has with its design. I think the simple design looks clean. Again, it's different than other devices and what Nothing's done before. What I will say is I don't think this phone's going to be a beast for games. If we're talking lower priced, something under the a-series... well.

When smartwatches are brought up, the Google Pixel Watch is the first topic of conversation. It shouldn't be, because Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 is the all-around best Wear OS smartwatch around. I reviewed it last year, and spent my own money on one. The selling point for me was its size — it's only 8.6mm thick and sits comfortably on my wrist.

That meant I could take it more places and wear it more consistently, using the extra data to power my workouts and get better sleep. The price is surprisingly the best part. You can get a Galaxy Watch 8 for just $218 during Prime Day, down from the usual $350 sticker price.

That's about what I paid for my Galaxy Watch 8 at launch, and I had to trade in another smartwatch to get that price. You can get it with no strings attached.

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅ Recommended if: You use Samsung Galaxy devices and need a Wear OS smartwatch; you need a thin and lightweight watch for fitness and health monitoring; you want longtime Wear OS update support.

❌ Skip this deal if: You need a smartwatch with the longest battery life; you want to wait for the Galaxy Watch 9, even though it'll cost much more.

I've tested many smartwatches, and I learned one thing along the way: the best smartwatch is the one you'll actually wear. Every other smartwatch felt too thick for me to wear for sleep tracking, and even some strenuous workouts. When I took them off, I missed out on data. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8's slim profile makes it ideal for your vacation getaways, summer workouts, or nightly sleep tracking.

It runs Wear OS 6 out of the box, and it's guaranteed to get four years of software updates. So, you can buy this watch for 38% off and it'll be updated to Wear OS 7 in a few months' time. A capable chip, Samsung's Exynos W1000, powers the entire experience.

On the inside, a Samsung BioActive sensor capable of handling optical and electrical heart-rate sensing monitors your underlying health metrics. There are also BIA and temperature sensors that help give you a complete picture of your health.

My one gripe with the Galaxy Watch 8 is that you need to charge it daily, but a quick recharge while showering should be all it takes. Aside from that, this is a current-gen smartwatch that'll stay up to date for years to come available for just over $200. I've used one for nearly a year, and I can't recommend it enough.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

Looking to get a smartwatch just to mirror notifications to your wrist, measure daily activity, and monitor vitals? There's no reason to shell out hundreds of dollars towards a Wear OS smartwatch; there are dozens of great budget smartwatches that do a lot of the same tasks for a lot less cash.

My favorite is the CMF Watch 3 Pro. The Nothing-owned sub-brand is doing incredible things with its products lately, and the Watch 3 Pro has all the things you need in a smartwatch: it's stylish, has a bright AMOLED panel, tracks 130 workouts, and you'll only need to charge it once a week. In short, if you need a full-fledged smartwatch in under $100, this is the only one to get — and it's selling for just $61 as part of Prime Day.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You need the best smartwatch under $100.

❌Skip this deal if: You want Wear OS. Honestly, I don't see the utility of Wear OS when you need to shell out at least thrice as much to get a decent smartwatch.

I don't have any negatives to point out with the CMF Watch 3 Pro. I used the smartwatch when it launched, and it has a stylish design that belies its price tag. You even get good color options, and that just adds to its uniqueness.

The best part is that it runs RTOS, a lightweight OS that does a good job with the basics: mirroring notifications, monitoring activity, and so on. You don't get Spotify integration or Google Wallet, but if you just want a good-looking smartwatch that excels at the essentials, the Watch 3 Pro is more than good enough.

I also like that the smartwatch lasts over a week on average, and this is a huge plus point over my Pixel Watch 4. On the whole, I think the Watch 3 Pro is the best sub-$100 smartwatch available today, and it's selling for just $61 as part of Prime Day.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

When I was a kid, there was nothing I enjoyed more than playing my GameBoy on road trips or (covertly) under the covers after lights out. Nowadays, we take portable gaming technology for granted, but if you ever get the itch to revisit those memories from childhood, there's an entire market of incredible retro gaming devices to explore. What's more, the vast majority of these devices are on sale during Prime Day, and I've dropped a selection of my favorite offers into this guide.

The picks below range from traditional Android phone controllers with retro designs to all-in-one emulator machines and throwback consoles. I'll even throw in a few discounted arcade machines, just for kicks.

Just keep in mind that the vast majority of offers below will only be available to Prime members. Haven't signed up yet? Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial that lets you shop Prime Day deals without paying a cent. The big sale ends at midnight on June 26th, however, so don't wait too long if something catches your eye!

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

What time does Prime Day end?

Amazon Prime Day is scheduled to wrap up on Friday, June 26th at 11:59pm PT, but that doesn't mean that some deals won't sell out before the sale ends. If you missed the main event (or your desired item is out of stock), check Walmart and Best Buy before you throw in the towel. Both of those retailers are running major sale events through Sunday night.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The journey toward an actual release date for Grand Theft Auto VI has been arduous, to say the least. After 13 long years, pre-orders are finally live for the massive open-world game for PS5 and Xbox Series X players. After placing your order for the game, why not make some extra preparations to make the experience that much more special? With the help of some smart RGB lights on the back of your TV, you can transform your gameplay into a more immersive experience.

Since it's Prime Day until tomorrow, there are hundreds of deals on tech products of all kinds, including smart RGB lights. I prefer Govee and SwitchBot above all other brands because you get ambient audio sync modes, plenty of customizability options, and affordable pricing for high-grade RGBIC light strips. Most importantly, both brands' light strips are compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home without the need for any hub.

These smart TV light strips are half off for Prime Day, so now is the best time to get your living room GTA 6 ready. Once they're all set up, it'll be the gameplay of a lifetime!

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Govee TV LED Backlight

The Govee TV LED Backlight comes in two sizes, a 12.5ft options for 55–65 inch TVs and a 15ft option for 70–80 inch TVs. These RGBIC smart LED lights stick to the back of your TV to create mesmerizing showcase of colorful lights.

Depending on the mode you choose, the dynamic lights react to the sounds around you, creating a truly immersive viewing experience. With GTA VI playing on your TV, the glowing lights shifting with the sound of your gameplay will truly look awesome.

Since these lights have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi support, you can either customize and adjust their brightness and color modes via the smartphone app or through voice controls. You even get segmented control over the light strip. The Govee lights support both Alexa and Google Assistant.

SwitchBot LED Strip Light

SwitchBot offers an even wider compatibility with smart home ecosystems. You can connect the SwitchBot LED Strip Light to Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home, and IFTTT. This five-meter-long strip, or roughly 16-foot-long strip, is more expensive than the Govee option, but it is also more versatile and much longer.

The SwitchBot LED Strip Light 5M can display 16 million colors and deliver up to 1200 Lumens with tunable color temperature from 2700K–6500K. It also has music sync modes. This strip glues onto the back of your TV and creates a bright halo behind it. You can customize your light presets or choose from one of the 26 preset scenes within the app, and you get segmented control on these lights too.

The bonus perk with the SwitchBot LED Strip Light 5M is that it is Matter-enabled. You can create smart home automations and incorporate this strip light into it, for example by creating a smart gaming routine involving your smart TV, smart speaker, and maybe even smart AC. Get the room cool, groovy, and ready to game in with one voice command. You could even create a specific smart home routine just for playing GTA VI!

It's not often that you think about how your VR headset's facepad can be annoying. I've used 3rd party face pads on my Meta Quest headsets for years, and all of them use a velcro backing to connect to the headset, which I've always thought was pretty convenient until AMVR came along and totally changed my paradigm. Now that the company's latest face pad is 20% off for Prime Day, you can also take part in this small revelation for a fraction of the usual price.

The magic in AMVR's FC4M face pad design is a simple set of magnetic connection points that seamlessly snap to the included facial interface. You might think this is a ridiculous notion, but consider how much magnets inside of phone cases (or phones) have changed how we use phone cases and mounts, and you'll quickly realize that magnets are a truly game-changing feature.

If the description doesn't do it for you, maybe this video will help illustrate the difference:

✅Recommended if: You're sick of sweaty face pads or trying to align annoying velcro pads, annoyed with fogged lenses while playing, or wear glasses while playing.

❌Skip this deal if: You have a Quest 3S. This ONLY works with a Meta Quest 3.

Yeah, as you saw in the video above, I removed and reapplied the magnetic face pad twice (and could probably do it a third time) before finishing the velcro one once. This may not seem like a big deal to you until you have to change out face pads, something I find myself doing often since I share my VR headset with others in my house (and my son's sweaty friends).

Velcro pads have always been great, but they require you to perfectly line up all the corners and edges, causing the pad to be uneven and guaranteeing some kind of annoyance. The magnetic interface does away with all of that, and you can even one-handedly remove and reattach a new face pad with zero effort.

Aside from the magnets, the FC4M also features AMVR's brilliant venting design that keeps lens fog at bay, and even includes the company's trademark glasses spacer adjustment knobs. That's perfect for anyone who uses glasses, or if you're passing the headset to someone who uses glasses, as you just have to turn the knob on the side to adjust the space between the headset and the face pad. No more scratched lenses, no more hassle, and a lower price? Now that's a no-brainer Prime Day deal!

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

Grand Theft Auto 6 is finally available for preorder, and this launch just so happens to coincide with Amazon's Prime Day sale event. This timing means that GTA fans are flocking to buy the best smart TVs for gaming while the discounts are hot, and I'm here to make the decision process easier.

The 65-inch Samsung Class OLED S90F — a smart TV that our friends at TechRadar called the "best overall TV for gaming" — is now a whopping $1,300 off during Amazon Prime Day, knocking the price of the set down to a much more approachable $1,197.99.

Amazon's TV deal is also offering free delivery and unboxing in the room of your choice, and unlike most Prime Day deals, you don't need to be a Prime member to enjoy the savings. You even get one free month of Xbox Game Pass with the purchase.

The S90F delivers incredibly detailed images with some of the best contrast on the market, while the TV's AI-powered "neural processor" ensures that all of your content is upscaled to the best possible quality in real time. The Samsung TV also boasts some hardware features that gamers love, such as four HDMI 2.1 ports, a consistent 120Hz refresh rate, and features like Motion Xcelerator 144Hz and FreeSync Premium Pro.

All of these features combined ensure that your images always look smooth, detailed, and tear-free, which will be essential when you're cruising down the highway or watching the sun set over Leonida in GTA VI.

So what's the catch? Well, even with Dolby Atmos, the audio on the Samsung OLED TV isn't exactly mind-blowing, so I'd recommend investing in a soundbar or something before you fire up Rockstar's upcoming title. Additionally, even with this $1,300 discount, the S90F is still pretty expensive, so it might be worth looking at some of the best Android TVs or Fire TVs if this price tag makes you wince.

But with that being said, if you want one of the best gaming TVs on the market at a massive discount, then grab this deal before Prime Day wraps up on June 26th.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

This year has been filled with awful price increases on everything, but Prime Day seems to be the one event that's still dropping prices to record lows. The Pixel 10 Pro, for example, is at its lowest price ever for Prime Day, dropping a whopping 32% off for the special event.

Of all the Pixel 10 models released last year, the Pixel 10 Pro is by far my favorite. It packs everything in that makes the Pixel 10 Pro XL good — the same display, the same amazing triple rear camera system with periscope camera, top-tier haptics, and the same processor and RAM configurations — all in a size that's actually usable with one hand. It's like finding a unicorn phone that appeared when all the stars aligned!

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You've been looking to switch to a Google Pixel but didn't want to shell out $1,000 (or more) to do it, want a flagship phone without the enormous size, or just want one of the best cameras ever on a smartphone.

❌Skip this deal if: You need the fastest processor for gaming. Google's Tensor processor runs most games just fine, but there are better options for this purpose.

One of the many perks of being a Pixel owner is getting the latest versions of Android first. Android 17 is already available for Pixel phones, while most other phones won't be getting it for a few months.

Android 17 brings a bunch of great updates and improvements, including some incredibly handy social media features that you're going to love. Google has done a great job partnering with companies that make the most popular apps (like TikTok and Instagram) to ensure Pixel owners get the best experience possible, and you can enjoy it all on your $315 cheaper Pixel 10 Pro on Prime Day!

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

Prime Day 2026 is the gift that keeps on giving. Many of the most incredible flagship Android smartwatches are currently on sale, with some hitting record low prices. Wear OS watches with fantastic fitness features like the Google Pixel Watch 4 are priced at an all-time low.

It doesn't end there, because two of the greatest wearables made by Samsung, the Galaxy Watch 8 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), are also on sale, with up to 38% off. Samsung is well known for its advanced health tracking sensors, especially the BioActive Sensor found in its flagship wearables. Prices are changing every day, and tomorrow is the last day of the four-day Prime Day festivities.

If you want to reach your fitness goals and get your summer bod in order, you don't want to miss these awesome fitness smartwatch discounts!

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Google Pixel Watch 4

The Google Pixel Watch 4 come sin 41mm and 45mm size options, and you can choose between Wi-Fi and LTE variants. It has the most gorgeous UI and runs Wear OS 6 out of the box, with plenty of Gemini-based goodies baked in. The Watch 4 just received the Wear OS 7 update and is guaranteed to get Wear OS 8 as well.

And now that Google has revamped the Fitbit app to make it into the new and improved Google Health app, the Pixel Watch 4 is easily one of the best fitness tracking watches out there.

What I love about the Pixel Watch 4 is the unique pebble-like shape, fluid transitions, and that pure Made by Google quality that every Pixel smartwatch and phone carries. It is a powerful watch with snappy performance and loads of excellent fitness and health features.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8

Samsung redesigned the Galaxy Watch 8 to sport a striking "squoval" shape. Not only is this a very elegant and sleek smartwatch, but the Galaxy Watch 8 is also incredibly powerful thanks to the Samsung Exynos W1000 processor. It also runs One UI 8 Watch based on Wear OS 6 out of the box and is slated to get Wear OS 7 any day. Samsung promises 4 major OS updates.

The Galaxy Watch 8 has a fantastic AMOLED display that gets super bright, up to 3000 nits of peak brightness in fact. Health and fitness wise, Samsung has some of the best sensors in the biz and AI-powered features like Running Coach and Energy Scores. The Watch 8 also collects a ton of useful data during sleep, from Vascular Load and sleep apnea detection to your energy score as well as circadian rhythm.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)

Samsung updated the beefy Galaxy Watch Ultra with its successor, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025), last year. Just like the previous iteration, you get some beastly specs on your wrist. The latest Watch Ultra (2025) still has the same 1.5-inch AMOLED display and squircle titanium case.

It's a very heavy-duty smartwatch, sporting a 10ATM + IP68, MIL-STD-810H waterproof ratings and a tough Sapphire Glass on top. The insides are just as impressive, packing the Samsung BioActive Sensor, the Exynos W1000 chipset, and AI-powered health and fitness features.

The Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) has amazingly helpful health features like the Antioxidant Index, Running Coach, Bedtime Guidance, and Vascular Load. These features will do everything from judge the carotene levels in your body from fruits and veggies to warn you how much stress your heart is under or create a running training plan based on your abilities. Perfect for sticking to your diet and ensuring you get your workouts in!

Garmin Venu 4

There are plenty of amazing Garmin deals ongoing, but the Garmin Venu 4 is the best of the lot. If you are a fitness-focused individual, this smartwatch is a must have. It has many sensors for measurement including ECG, HRV, breathing rate, and skin temperature, and the Health Status establishes your body's baseline health and then warns you of "outliers" that signal potential health issues.

The Garmin Venu 4 has a really bright OLED display, a flashlight, dual-band GPS, and is built to last, bearing a 5ATM waterproof rating. The battery life is insanely good, as is connectivity — Bluetooth, ANT+, Wi-Fi, NFC, the works. You know you can rely on this watch when you're outdoors, doing a grueling run or hiking through rough terrain.

Amazfit Balance 2

Amazfit is everyone's go-to brand for affordable fitness wearables. The spectacular Amazfit Balance 2 has a 1.5-inch AMOLED display reinforced by hardy Sapphire Glass. From the polished design to the accurate tracking, it pretty much checks every box.

For a large 47mm case, the smartwatch is surprisingly lightweight. This is thanks to the aluminum build. The Amazfit Balance 2 touts 10ATM water-proofing and has useful features like advanced Zepp Coaching and training insights. You even get an excellent LLM-based food logging feature. Battery life is stellar too, easily lasting a full week on a single charge.

Viture's smart display glasses, also known as a wearable TV, are the only brand compatible with the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and they're finally on sale for Prime Day! Get a cool $120 off Viture Luma Pro XR glasses, then pair it with the 23% off Viture Pro Mobile Dock and enjoy the most comfortable portable Switch 2 gaming ever!

That Pro Mobile Dock comes with a free Switch 2 mount for Prime Day, and the Luma glasses all come with a free Pro-style controller, sweetening the deal even further. The Pro Mobile Dock attaches to your Switch 2 like the TV dock, but it's designed to be fully portable, so it's got a built-in battery to keep the play going longer and give you full Switch 2 docked power on the go.

You could also choose to pick up a pair of Viture Beast XR glasses, which add native 3DoF spatial tracking to the mix, but those aren't on sale for Prime Day despite what Amazon shows. They're the usual $549 price.

One of my least favorite things about modern mobile gaming systems is the weight. At over 530g, the Switch 2 is pretty heavy, and the Steam Deck makes that even worse with its 640g weight, making it uncomfortable to hold up for long gaming sessions. But what if you could play handheld without having to hold up the console at all? That's the joy of using a pair of smart glasses like Viture Luma with your system.

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You're tired of neck and arm pain from looking down at or holding up your Switch 2 for a long time, want an OLED display for your Switch 2, or want a private display that no one else around you can see (unlike the system's screen).

❌Skip this deal if: You don't like the idea of toting around more equipment for portable travel play.

Attaching more things to your Switch 2 might sound like the opposite of lowering the weight, but you don't hold a Switch 2 once it's docked since the controllers don't allow it to operate like that. Instead, you'll click the Viture Pro Mobile Dock together with the Switch 2, then set it down in your lap or somewhere else next to you and hold your controllers as if you were playing on a TV.

This is the only way to use smart glasses with a Switch or Switch 2, as Nintendo has specially coded the USB-C port on the system to only operate with authorized docks. That's a pain for other smart glasses, but a great thing for Viture, and the rewards don't stop there, either!

Viture's Pro Mobile Dock lets you connect two Viture glasses to it so you can play split-screen multiplayer games on your Switch 2 while sitting at the airport, on an airplane, or anywhere else you might want to set up a portable gaming throwdown. It's a way better alternative to trying to play split screen with the Switch 2 using the tabletop mode with the kickstand!

I also use Viture glasses with my laptop when I'm traveling for work, and it gives me the same advantages as with the Switch. Getting sweet neck relief by using a pair of smart glasses to look forward at the display instead of down at the laptop is a game-changer, and all you'll need to do is plug the glasses' USB-C cable into your laptop like a monitor.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is arguably the best Android phone Samsung makes right now. With features like the Privacy Display and the company's latest Galaxy AI tools, it's about as complete a flagship as you can get. But if there's one deal that makes you seriously question spending Ultra money, it's the Galaxy S26 this Prime Day.

Samsung has knocked a massive $230 off the base Galaxy S26, bringing it down from $900 to just $670. That's the lowest price we've seen on the phone so far, and at this price, the base model suddenly becomes one of the most compelling Android phone deals around.

• Prime Day is back June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: you want a compact flagship Android phone with long software support, top-tier performance, and the latest Galaxy AI features.

❌Skip this deal if: you want a large display, the longest battery life possible, or built-in Qi2 support.

When Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 earlier this year, it increased the prices of both the base and Plus models by $100. That meant a phone we were used to seeing at around $800 suddenly started at $900, making it feel like a tougher sell. Prime Day changes that completely, dropping the phone to its best price yet.

The Galaxy S26 may not be a huge upgrade over its predecessor, but if you're buying a new flagship this year and prefer a phone that's compact and easy to carry, it's one of the best options available.

You get Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset along with One UI 8.5 out of the box, giving you access to Samsung's newest Galaxy AI features. And when it comes to the display, our reviewer Brady Snyder actually found the base Galaxy S26 to reach higher peak brightness than the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Sure, you miss out on the Ultra-exclusive Privacy Display and the larger battery, but if your priority is getting a reliable flagship that fits comfortably in your hand and pocket, the Galaxy S26 is arguably one of the best Android phone deals available right now.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

What you need to know

• A leak surfaces after digging through Samsung's One UI 9 test software, showing a Galaxy Tab animation that fixes its ugly selfie camera.
• Two animations show a supposed Galaxy Tab with a punch-hole selfie camera and thinner bezels.
• Recent Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra suggest Samsung might not change much about it after the S11 Ultra, keeping its 11,600mAh battery and near 15-inch screen.

There are occasions when Samsung's test software holds would-be secrets about what it's working on. Recently, reports claim that's happened again, but about the Galaxy tablets' selfie camera.

The folks at SamMobile were digging through Samsung's latest test software (One UI 9) and found what looks like a distinct Galaxy Tab change. The publication states it discovered two animations for an unmarked Galaxy Tab with a new take on the company's selfie camera. Tablets are typically held long ways, and one animation shows a device with a punch-hole camera. In this animation, the bezels are much thinner.

The camera's position doesn't change. It's still in the center of the display (when held horizontally). However, the post noted another animation that shifts its camera to the shorter side (on the left). In this version, the punch-hole camera is still fairly clean, like what you'd see on a phone. No notch, no unnecessarily thick bezels. The animations offer a glimpse of a potential future where Samsung's Galaxy Tabs would feel more immersive and clean.

There have been times before when Samsung's One UI animations have leaked, showing what rumors claim to be upcoming changes or new devices. We would have to encourage skepticism here, as nothing is confirmed. These are simple animations, after all.

The next Tab

If we're talking about tablets, it's hard not to discuss Samsung's Galaxy Tab S12. Rumors started talking about the Tab S12 Ultra, and not in a favorable way. Supposedly, Samsung isn't looking to drop a major battery upgrade for its next Ultra tablet. Instead, what consumers might see is something closer to the Tab S11 Ultra's 11,600mAh cell with 45W charging. What's more, rumors add the S12 Ultra could also feature a 14.6-inch display like its predecessor.

Is this bad? That depends. In our review, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra was the talk of the town. Some aspects could've been better. RAM was an issue (and that's probably not getting better this year), so was its keyboard accessory. One of these issues is easier to fix given the market's current climate, but it's still early. As far as design goes, that's still in the dark.

Could Samsung have this new punch-style ready for the Tab S12? Maybe, but maybe not, too.

So you're using an older iPhone or Android device, and while it's running fine, it doesn't quite last a day, takes longer to charge, and the software is starting to lag even in regular use.

While flagships now cost over $1,000, there really is no reason to spend anywhere as much if all you want is a reliable phone that handles the basics. And in that regard, there isn't a better phone than the Pixel 10a.

I didn't really get the point of the Pixel 10a when it launched; it was too similar to its predecessor, so I didn't use it. But it's only when I started using the phone recently that I realized it has a lot of small changes that make a noticeable difference in daily use: slightly faster charging means it doesn't take as long to fill the 5,300mAh battery, Bluetooth connectivity is better overall, and it holds up better in demanding tasks.

Basically, the Pixel 10a is a great choice if you need a new mid-ranger in 2026, and now is the best time to get your hands on the phone. The Pixel 10a debuted at $499, and it just got a major discount to $399, so if you're thinking of buying a new phone, I'd suggest getting the Pixel 10a while it's still on sale. The one caveat is that the $399 price is only on the fog, berry, and lavender color variants; the obsidian model is costlier at $424. This doesn't matter that much as you'll inevitably use a case, and if you need my recommendation, get the fog model.

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a reliable phone that nails the basics. The Pixel 10a has one of the best cameras in its class, I really like the design, the battery life is outstanding, and you get the best software — with meaningful AI features should you need it.

❌Skip this deal if: You want a gaming phone. While Google got a lot right with the Pixel 10a, gaming isn't really something the phone does well, so if you need better hardware, you should get the OnePlus 15R.

Google did a great job with the design of the Pixel 10a. The camera housing sits flush with the body, and that just feels great when you're holding and using the phone. As someone who's used to phones with massive camera islands like the Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra, this is a refreshing change of pace.

I also like the color variants available this year; the berry and lavender models have bright designs and look great. The phone has IP68 dust and water resistance, better glass protection this year, and it retains the aluminum mid-frame.

Google didn't change the cameras, so you get the same 48MP main camera and 13MP wide-angle lens. The sensors aren't new, but Google's image tuning means you get great photos in any lighting situation, and it's the consistency where the Pixel 10a really shines.

The Tensor G4 is decent enough, but I would've liked the G5 in the device — it does a better job with gaming in general. Regardless, the Pixel 10a doesn't have issues in regular use, and the 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED panel is among the best in this category; it gets very bright outdoors, and has great colors. Oh, and if you need a suggestion, get the 8GB/256GB model; you'll run out of storage on the 128GB model in a matter of months.

Battery life is great, and the software is the real star of the show. Unlike Samsung's Galaxy A57 and A37, the Pixel 10a doesn't come with any bloatware whatsoever, and that in itself is a huge deal. Combine that with all the Google extras that are available on the phone, and the fact that you can install Android 17 right now, and you start to realize why the Pixel 10a is Google's best-seller.

I'm annoyed that Google didn't do enough with the Pixel 10a, but the underlying fundamentals are great, and it is a good all-round choice in this category — particularly if you're using an older phone. And with the device now down to $399, this is the best time to buy it.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

Indeed, Prime Day is often the perfect time to pick up the more expensive products on your wishlist, especially if you're looking for earbud deals. For instance, these Bang and Olufsen Beoplay Eleven earbuds are 30% off for Amazon Prime Day, bringing the premium-level buds' price tag down to just $419.30. This is actually the lowest price these earbuds have ever seen, making them a worthwhile option to consider for audiophiles.

It's no secret that Bang and Olufsen makes some of the best audio products out there today, which is a huge part of why the maker's price tags are typically so high. These come with fairly large drivers for being earbuds, resulting in a really nice and balanced audio profile across a broad frequency range. They also come with user-friendly touch controls, water and dust resistance, and a fairly long battery life with or without active noise cancellation. You can get this deal on the Eucalyptus Green version of the earbuds, while there is currently a smaller discount available for the Copper and Natural Aluminum colors.

✅Recommended if: you want earbuds with highly competitive audio quality, but don't want to pay a $500-plus price tag; you're looking for a pair of buds with ANC, easy hands-free voice assistant and calling, and easy-to-use touch controls; you would prioritize a top-notch ANC and audio profile over having industry-leading battery life.

❌Skip this deal if: you need something with more than six hours of battery life with ANC; you're not looking toward the best wireless earbuds category and you'd rather grab something lower-quality with a more affordable price tag.

The Bang and Olufsen Beoplay Eleven are a certified pair of good earbuds, but the $600 price tag hurts a little, to be frank. Fortunately, they feel extremely competitive at the discounted price, featuring 20 hours of battery life with ANC off or six with it toggled on, a frequency range of 20 to 22,000Hz, and 9.2mm drivers that offer some highly compelling audio, even amongst today's top rivals.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

My father is notoriously difficult to shop for. He likes tech, but he likes to stick with the classics. He rarely buys the latest and greatest devices, but he at least knows about them, and he's still young enough to keep up with today's tech. He also loves Samsung (like father, like son). So, when the time came to look for a Father's Day gift, two things came to mind: Prime Day and the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic.

Of course, I'm late to Father's Day, but that's what happens when Prime Day begins days later. I'm glad I waited, though, because the Galaxy Watch 8 is currently on sale with a 33% discount, shaving $165 off the price.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a powerful smartwatch with good battery life, tons of health and fitness features, and a classic design with a rotating bezel for navigation.

❌Skip this deal if: You don't want a heavy smartwatch, you own a Pixel (get a Pixel Watch), or you want a smartwatch that lasts for more than a couple of days per charge.

Samsung has on-and-off years with the Classic series of Galaxy Watches, and last year's Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is the best one we've gotten. It has a very fast, high-performance processor, so navigation is smooth as ever. It also runs Wear OS 6 with Samsung's UI on top, and we can expect Wear OS 7 to bring even more goodies.

But I think my dad (and dads like mine) will love it because of the design. Samsung tried something new by giving it a squircle shape, but the round watch face and metal chassis still give a classic style. And the best part is that you can rotate the bezel for easy navigation (or just to fiddle with).

Our reviewer said that he liked the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic's bezel "because its ridged design is more striking than past models; the 6 Classic's bezel is easier on the fingers but almost too subtle for anyone to see, especially with my Black model. This version's bezel is rougher to the touch, but still easy to turn."

I also think it will be good for my dad to have something to monitor his health and, hopefully, motivate him to get serious about exercising, as my favorite fitness tech products have for me.

The whole world is watching soccer (or football, depending on where you are) right now, and I was fortunate enough to attend a game here in Seattle, courtesy of Motorola, the Official Smartphone Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026. I took a few Razr phones with me, including the Razr Ultra 2026, the Razr Fold, and last year's Razr Ultra 2025, to capture the game while using some of Motorola's best camera features, and one of them happens to be heavily discounted for Prime Day.

The Razr Ultra 2025 launched in 2025 for $1,299, but thanks to Prime Day, you can get nearly half off at just $684. The Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr Fold aren't on sale for Prime Day, but Motorola still has some enticing trade-in discounts and hundreds of dollars worth of freebies you can get if you purchase either phone.

You can also check out this incredible deal on the Razr 2025 FIFA World Cup Edition.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup camera samples

Action Shot freezes each moment in time

Getting a good, clean image when players are constantly moving around can be tricky. Fortunately, Motorola's Action Shot feature saved the day on multiple occasions by increasing the shutter speed and freezing every moment in time.

Fortunately, Motorola made the button easy to access, right in the bottom-right corner of the viewfinder. And if you have a Razr Fold, you can take Action Shot further by zooming into the scene, so you can really get the shot from way up in the stands.

Camcorder Mode gives you smooth video

If you prefer capturing video, Camcorder Mode is the best way to get smooth video. Just fold your phone at a 90-degree angle and begin recording. On the Razr Ultra 2025, you can slide your thumb up and down or forward and back to smoothly zoom in and out at any moment. With the Razr Ultra 2026, you can do the same thing by tilting the device slightly to either side, all while keeping the video locked to the horizon with Horizon Lock.

And don't forget to turn on Dolby Vision for an extra pop of color, and make sure your resolution is set to 4K60 for extra smooth video.

Active Photos gives each image more context

Capturing fast-moving images and high-quality video is one thing, but Active Photos is a sweet in-between that captures the moments before you snap the photo. This is perfect for intense moments, especially if you capture someone scoring a goal, giving you additional context leading up to that special moment.

This feature is easy to access on the Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr Fold; just tap the Active Photos icon above/next to the viewfinder (two circles and a dot). After you capture each Active Photo, you can tap the Motion button while previewing it in Google Photos to play the video, and choose to save the moment as a separate still, a GIF, or a video. Just remember to turn on Active Photos when you return to the camera app, as it doesn't stay on.

The Cover Screen lets you take the best selfies

Perhaps my favorite way to use the Motorola Razr flip phones is to take selfies with the rear cameras and the cover screen. The external display serves as a viewfinder, allowing you to take high-quality selfies without opening the phone. You can also do this when taking photos of others: just turn the external viewfinder on using the button in the top-left corner, and your friends can see themselves before you snap the photo.

But for the best zoom...

The Razr Ultra flip phones have a decent zoom range for photos and video, but if you want some serious close-up action, you'll want the Razr Fold. I was able to capture some great images of the players and spectators with up to 10x zoom. With Super Zoom Pro, the Razr Fold can also take incredible photos at up to 50x zoom, but I found I didn't need it here. Still, the option to use up to 100x zoom is here, and whether you're shooting close-up images or video, the Razr Fold can get the job done.

It has been a busy 15 months of travel, and I managed to visit 12 countries in that time. That involved over 60,000 miles and over 150 hours of flying time. In all that time, I used just one headset predominantly: Bose's QuietComfort Ultra, and there's a good reason for that.

While I also have the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2 and use it at home extensively, I used the Gen 1 model while traveling. I like the design better; the Gen 2 has a flashier design that stands out, and I prefer the look and feel of the Gen 1.

Basically, the Bose QC Ultra Gen 1 continues to be a brilliant headset in 2026, and it just got a huge discount, bringing it down to $269. Sony's best-selling WH-1000XM5 is also down to an all-time low at $198, and of the two, I'd still get the Bose.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a high-end headset that's comfortable to wear, has great sound quality, all the codecs you need, and lasts long between charges.

❌Skip this deal if: You need dust and water resistance. While this is a great travel headset, it doesn't have ingress protection, so it isn't quite as good at the gym. Oh, and if you need lossless audio via USB-C, you'll need to get the Gen 2 model.

The number one thing I value in a travel headset is comfort, and the QuietComfort Ultra excels in this area. I've worn this headset continuously for well over 18 hours at times, and I didn't notice any fatigue even once. The foldable design means it doesn't take up as much room as the WH-1000XM5, and that is a big advantage.

Bose absolutely nailed the noise isolation, and the headset does an excellent job tuning out the world. Whether you're working in a cafe, taking the subway, or traveling by an intercontinental flight, the QC Ultra is effective at blocking out any ambient noise. If you fly regularly, a headset like this is a game-changer.

I like Bose's sound tuning as well; while Sony prioritizes bass and sub-bass frequencies, Bose has a neutral signature that lends itself well to the music I listen to most of the time. Battery life is decent too, with the QC Ultra lasting just over 24 hours before needing a charge.

I have over a dozen high-end headsets, and I choose to wear the QC Ultra because of its comfort, sound quality, and excellent noise isolation. And with the headset now down to just $269, it just became that much more accessible.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

Smart glasses are everywhere these days, and while Meta has an early lead in this category, Chinese brands like Rokid are making heady inroads. Rokid's AI Glasses Style goes up against the Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, and you get a similar set of features: onboard cameras to take photos and videos, Gemini integration, and great battery life.

These glasses are particularly great to use while traveling; you don't have to take out your phone everywhere, and still take photos of landmarks and monuments. Where the AI Glasses Style stand out is the value; they debuted at $299, and they're now down to just $249 for Prime Day. By contrast, Meta's glasses start at $349.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want value-focused smart glasses with Gemini integration, decent photo and video quality, good onboard sound, and reliable battery life.

❌Skip this deal if: You need a stylish design and ease-of-use. Meta still leads the way in both areas.

I like what Rokid did with the AI Glasses Style; the design of these smart glasses isn't going to turn heads, but that isn't the point. If you want attention-grabbing smart glasses, you should just get the Oakley Meta Vanguard anyway.

While the AI Glasses Style look a little generic, the build quality is decent, and you get good battery life. The built-in 12MP camera takes good photos and videos, and while it won't rival the images you get out of your phone, it's a good choice if you need a point-of-view lens that records daily activities.

Outside of that, Rokid's software has a lot to offer, with the glasses integrating Gemini. That's a big deal in and of itself, and Rokid is building an ecosystem around its glasses that gives you a decent level of choice around features.

Battery life is good too, and I didn't see many issues in this area. The only annoyance is that the case doesn't automatically charge the glasses like the Ray-Ban Meta. You instead get a dedicated cable that you need to connect to charge the glasses, and it's cumbersome to do so. Rokid says it wanted to make the AI Glasses Style affordable, so it chose not to bundle a charging case with the glasses, and that leads to an added hassle in regular use.

Outside of that though, there are no problems with the AI Glasses Style. The fact that they're now available for just $249 makes these a great choice if you want to try out smart glasses and don't want to use Meta.

There's a lot to like about how Team Norway are going about their World Cup, and with Haaland and Odegaard, there's a decent chance that they'll last long in the tournament.

You know what else lasts long? SSDs. Regular NAS servers use mechanical HDDs, but if you want to make the switch to flash storage, there are a few decent choices available. The benefit of using an all-flash NAS is that you get significantly higher bandwidth; most traditional HDDs can hit 250MB/s at a maximum, but with an SSD, you easily get ten times that bandwidth.

I tested all the SSD NAS servers available today, and TerraMaster's F8 SSD Plus is the best of the lot. It holds eight SSDs, comes with thermal pads that ensure the drives don't overheat, and you get active cooling.

The best part is that the NAS is now selling at just $719, and I think that is a good value. While it debuted at $899, the F8 SSD Plus usually sells at around the $765 to $799 figure, so even in that context, you're getting a good overall deal this time.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You're ready to move to SSD storage. The F8 SSD Plus has 10GbE connectivity, holds eight drives, and doesn't take up much room at all.

❌Skip this deal if: You just want a media server. There are plenty of other choices if you just need a NAS server to house your media collection, and going with a regular HDD is still a better choice.

While I use the F8 SSD Plus regularly, most of my media is in another NAS with regular HDDs. That's because you don't get nearly as much storage when buying SSDs as you do mechanical drives. I have four 2TB SSDs totaling 8TB in the F8 SSD Plus, and they cumulatively cost as much as a 24TB HDD.

With SSD prices inflated right now because of high demand, you'll end up shelling a lot of cash to get a decent amount of storage. The plus side is that as SSDs don't contain any moving parts, they generally last longer than a HDD. An all-flash NAS is better-suited for office tasks, and it's generally overkill if you just want a media server.

Coming to the F8 SSD Plus, you get eight NVMe slots in total, so you can add eight drives, with each slot able to hold 8TB, giving you 64TB of total addressable storage. The NAS is powered by Intel's N305 platform, and it's designed to be fast; I didn't see any issues whatsoever after close to a year of use.

With connectivity, the F8 SSD Plus has 10GbE as standard, and you can easily saturate the bandwidth of the connection with the available bandwidth. While the initial costs are higher, the F8 SSD Plus is a great all-round choice if you want an all-flash NAS with standout features.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

I used a lot of mobile gaming controllers over the last three years, and GameSir's products stood out consistently for the build quality, performance, and reliability. The GameSir G8+ is the best of the lot, and it's just a delight to use.

I played dozens of hours of games on the G8+, and GameSir rolled out a new model dubbed the G8 Plus MFi. The key difference between the two is that G8 Plus relies on Bluetooth, while the G8 Plus MFi has USB-C connectivity. GameSir really should have done a better job naming these controllers, because to anyone else just looking at the models, it looks like the G8+ MFi also has Bluetooth.

Having said that, the G8 Plus MFi is terrific, and I like that it works with iPhones and the iPad mini along with Android phones. The controller usually costs $79, but it is now down to $63 on Amazon, which is a decent 20% discount on one of the best products in this category.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You need a great mobile controller with hall effect joysticks and analog triggers. The G8 Plus MFi has excellent feedback, anti-stick drift, and USB-C connectivity.

❌Skip this deal if: You absolutely need Bluetooth connectivity, or want to use it with a Nintendo Switch/Switch 2. Just get the regular G8+ in that case — it's the same controller otherwise.

GameSir didn't change the basics with the G8 Plus MFi, and that's a good thing. This is a mobile controller that's extremely comfortable to hold and use, and it feels just like a regular Xbox controller. The full-size joysticks, buttons, and triggers make a difference in that area, and you get a satisfying rumble from the built-in motors.

The hall effect joysticks ensure there's no stick drift whatsoever, and this hasn't been a problem on any GameSir controller I used in the last three years. The analog triggers also use hall effect switches, and they have excellent feedback.

The G8 Plus MFi does two things better than the traditional G8+: it accommodates phones with huge camera islands — like the Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra — and the bridge extends a little wider, so you can easily slot in tablets like the iPad mini without any issues.

It doesn't have Bluetooth, so you can only connect USB-C devices, like Android phones, recent iPhones, and iPads that use USB-C. If you need a controller to use with your Switch or any other Bluetooth device, get the G8+.

On the whole, if you just need a reliable controller to play your favorite mobile games, the G8 Plus MFi is my recommendation in 2026. And coming in at $63, now is the best time to get your hands on this controller.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

What you need to know

• Commodore steps forward after its Callback 8020 debut to address a major consumer issue: its price.
• The company says it has managed to reduce the phone's price by $100 just in time for pre-orders to begin on June 30.
• Commodore had to address several issues across accessories, RAM, and privacy, but states it will introduced "tiered pricing" and choices during checkout.

Commodore's Callback 8020 was a blast from the past when it debuted, but the issue wasn't the phone. It was the price. The company comes forward to fix that.

A week ago, the Callback 8020 surprised consumers with its Y2K aesthetic, bringing back the classic flip phone style. However, the device launched at a high price point: $500. Today (June 24), Commodore reached out in a press release, stating it will drop the Callback 8020's price by $100, meaning the "BASIC Beige, ProtoPET White, SX Silver, and the translucent blue Starlight Edition" will now start at $399.

Commodore International's CEO and president, Peri Fractic, commented about the public's reception, stating, "The worldwide response to the Commodore Callback has been an incredible endorsement of our vision. Alongside that excitement, many of you told us you wanted a more accessible entry point. We listened."

The company says this past week has been filled with communications between it and its partners to fix this clear pricing issue. However, this wasn't cut-and-dry. Commodore states it had to identify key areas that contributed to the higher phone price: privacy, the current worldwide RAM issue, and accessories. While the Callback 8020 is dropping by $100, Commodore says this was possible by introducing "tiered pricing."

If you want to add the brand's custom-designed Hi-Def IEM earphones, you will have that choice. Additionally, Commodore will give the option to add "premium memory." Both of these choices will be available during checkout once pre-orders open on June 30. This date is important, as consumers looking to pre-order day one can save another $50, meaning the price would be $349.

Sign up for a launch day code to be eligible for this extra money off.

Wake up, it's almost 2000

Commodore's Callback 8020 debuted a week ago. The company wanted to solve a couple of issues with tech nowadays. The flip phone cuts off doomscrolling, so you're not going to hop on Twitter (X) all day, nor will you lose yourself in Instagram's Reels. What's more, the phone is de-Googled. Fret not, Commodore's Sailfish OS can run 99% of Android apps. You'll still have access to WhatsApp, Signal, Spotify, iMessage, and more.

The company's patent-pending blocks internet browsers alongside social media apps. Commodore also redesigned alerts into its dome-shaped LED notification system to help reduce daily distractions.

Android Central's Take

There's a nostalgia itch that Commodore's Callback 8020 scratches for me. Aside from that, the phone looks damn cool. The privacy tech it's worked into the phone is a breath of fresh air, but also it tries to help limit the user's phone exposure. Some of us might need that. A tech cleanse, if you will.

The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro is easily my favorite budget-friendly phone of 2026, a title that's more important than ever with the ever-increasing onslaught of technology price hikes. Yet, somehow, TCL and Amazon have made this fantastic phone even better by dropping the price to just $259.99, a $70 savings over the normal unlocked phone price.

That last part is important because, while you can get the phone for $199 or less from T-Mobile, that cheaper price tag comes with caveats like a service contract and a carrier-locked device. This Amazon price is fully unlocked and ready to go on any carrier you choose.

Plus, if you haven't used an NXTPAPER display yet, you're in for a treat. As I said in my TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro review, "If you enjoy reading, are looking for a display with less flicker than an OLED, want something that's anti-reflective and textured, or just enjoy the soft glow of an LCD (vs the harshness of OLED), this is a display you're going to love."

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You need an inexpensive phone that's better than others at this price, or you want a flicker-free screen that isn't as intense as OLED.

❌Skip this deal if: You can't stand bad haptics or are OK with getting the cheaper carrier version from T-Mobile or Metro.

The NXTPAPER 70 Pro is the first North American phone to launch with NXTPAPER 4.0 display technology, something previously only offered on the global NXTPAPER 60 Ultra phone. But a lot of people found the 60 Ultra to be far too large of a phone, so the 70 Pro downsizes things a bit to make the overall package much nicer to use.

On top of that, I was thoroughly impressed with how fast this phone is. I'm used to phones in this price range exhibiting stutters and lag, but the 70 Pro exceeded every expectation I had. It's even got a great camera system with a main and ultrawide lens on the back, plus satellite connectivity and 5G speeds.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

What you need to know

• Google posted its release notes for Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5, which brings its June security patch and a fix for vanishing widgets.
• The company is also working in several game-related fixes for the Game Dashboard and downloads, alongside a camera fix.
• Android 17 hasn't been flawless for Pixel users, as its stable launch quickly introduced problems for 5G and its display.

Android 17's first quarterly release development continues, and Google has announced another beta shortly after the OS debuted.

On the Android Beta subreddit, Google posted the patch notes for Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5, which is rolling out now to enrolled Pixels. The company says all Pixels are receiving the same build number, labeled as vCP31.260608.007 with June's security patch. These mid-June release notes detail several bug fixes, and one mentions disappearing widgets. Google says Beta 5 brings a fix for an issue that caused home screen widgets to "disappear or become unavailable in the widget picker after a device reboot."

It was reported that Google was looking into a fix for the issue, and it seems that this could occur for its next major update.

Some Pixels suffered from crashing while downloading mobile games in Android 17's QPR1 beta. Google says a fix is rolling out to solve those crashes and "device hang" during download. Another gaming issue concerned Pixels' Game Dashboard. A couple of reports were raised about this, stating they couldn't "stop screen recordings or save files." Beta 5 should solve this, but as always, users can raise any problems through the Issue Tracker.

The remainder of the changelog is as follows:

• An issue where the camera app temporarily freezes or stutters shortly after being opened from an idle state
• An issue that caused the screen to freeze with a pixelated bottom bar when waking the device from Always-On Display
• A timeout issue where the Download Manager failed to complete downloads when excluded from an active VPN connection
• An issue causing inconsistent charging completion time estimates to display on the lock screen versus the charging screensaver
• An issue causing the Private Space UI to crash and locked private apps to improperly appear in launcher search results
• An issue where a non-functional bubble option incorrectly appeared in the context menu of archived apps
• A system-level WebView rendering regression that caused Monopoly Go to freeze and crash when attempting to open mini-games

Android 17 is here, but the work's not done

It's only been a couple of weeks since Beta 4 rolled out for Android 17's first quarterly update. The patch brought May's security update, a few bug fixes, and stability improvements. However, this beta introduced a social media feature that debuted with Android 17's stable release: Screen Reactions. If you were enveloped in Google's massive June Pixel Drop and Android 17 announcements, you'd know all about it.

With Screen Reactions, users can leverage their selfie camera and their screen recordings to simulate a green screen. It sounds like an ideal scenario for content creators on TikTok or those making clips for YouTube Shorts. Android 17 hasn't been flawless in its debut. Pixel users have been quick to report 5G connectivity problems and other display issues.

Android Central's Take

Google's development continues, as we all expected. It's good to see the company working in a fix for a problem stable users are struggling with. Hopefully, this is a good sign for the other issues many have mentioned. We're still a ways out from this first quarterly release, but things look bright for now.

Whether you're a student, casual gamer, or business professional, Chromebooks are perfect laptops for getting things done without breaking the bank. These simple devices are generally pretty cheap year round, but sales like Prime Day can make even the most expensive Chromebooks ridiculously affordable. Whether you want a straightforward budget model or a feature-packed beast of performance, keep reading for my favorite Chromebook deals from Prime Day 2026. 

Some of the Chromebooks below are no-frills laptops that are basically only suited for surfing the web, while others come with premium features like convertible displays, backlit keyboards, and touchscreens. That being said, all of the picks below have been vetted and approved by members of the Android Central team, so you can rest easy knowing you're getting a reliable device, no matter the price. 

Before you settle on a specific model, however, keep in mind that most Prime Day deals will only be available to Amazon Prime members. If you haven't signed up yet, you can take advantage of Amazon's 30-day free trial to explore the ins and outs of a membership without paying a thing. You can even cancel the subscription at any time with no penalty.

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

When does Prime Day end?

Prime Day began on June 23rd and will run through Friday, June 26th. If you miss the sitewide sale event, it's worth noting that Best Buy and Walmart's competing sales are set to run through Sunday, June 28th, so you'll have a few extra days to shop.

What is the best Chromebook?

Here at Android Central, we consider the Lenovo Chromebook Plus to be the best Chromebook for most people. The laptop features an ultra-lightweight build with an OLED touchscreen display, fantastic battery life, and the powerful MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 chipset under the hood.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The 2026 World Cup has already provided plenty of thrills, and the action is set to ramp up considerably over the coming weeks. One of the best ways to enjoy the World Cup (and football in general) is by watching it on a massive screen, and that's exactly what I've been doing over the course of the last year.

I've always used a laser projector in my bedroom, but in the last year, I switched out the UST model with a long-throw projector, and paired it with a 100-inch ALR panel. I used Valerion's VisionMaster Pro 2, and the projector is now going for $2,099. That in itself is a great choice if you need a laser projector, but there's another model that's even better: the VisionMaster Max.

As the name indicates, the VisionMaster Max is the best model in Valerion's laser projector range, and there's no question that it is the brightest projector I used. With a maximum brightness of 3,500 lumen, there are no issues using this projector in a brightly-lit room. The 4K projector delivers an image of up to an incredible 300 inches — double the size of most projectors in this range — and you get HDR, a low-latency gaming mode, and adjustable optical zoom. The best part? The VisionMaster Max just went down to $3,399, a $600 discount from its usual retail price.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You need a bright laser projector. The VisionMaster Max gets noticeably brighter than other long-throw projectors I tested, it is easy to set up and use, and it does a great job with Dolby Vision content.

❌Skip this deal if: You need a gimbal adjustment system. Models like the XGIMI Horizon 20 Max are easier to position on a nightstand adjust the angle, and it costs $2,199 right now.

The VisionMaster Max costs a decent chunk of cash, but look at it this way: the price is on par with what you'll be shelling out to attend a World Cup match in the U.S. At least this way, you're essentially bringing the stadium home, and the only problem you'll have to deal with is finding a wall to maximize the 300-inch projection distance.

I tested all Valerion and AWOL Vision models released over the last three years, and the VisionMaster Max is easily the best of the lot. The design is definitely bold, but that works in its favor. The projector is easy to set up, and while I would've liked a gimbal mechanism — it makes things easier while setting up — positioning the VisionMaster Max on a nightstand hasn't been an issue. You can also mount it on the ceiling if that's what you prefer.

Optical zoom is a good addition as well, as it takes out all the hassle involved in positioning the projector just right; now, you can just put it wherever you want in a room, and it adjusts the image accordingly.

Image quality is why you're shelling out this much cash, with the VisionMaster Max delivering bright visuals with excellent color rendition. HDR and Dolby Vision content in general shines, and it's well-suited for watching sports thanks to MEMC. The 4ms gaming mode is ideal if you want to connect the projector to the PS5 and play games on a much bigger screen.

If you're looking at getting a home theater, the VisionMaster Max is the best projector I tested recently. This is a high-end purchase at $3,399, but at least you're saving $600 from the usual retail price.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

Good news: Prime Day has arrived, and there is no shortage of excellent Android phone deals to explore. Still, if you're on a shoestring budget, it may seem challenging to find an affordable device that doesn't skimp on important features. That's why I'm here. Below you'll find my top recommendations for performant Android phones that are currently priced at $400 or less during Amazon's big sale.

The cheap Android phones below include premium specs like AMOLED displays, AI features, and powerful chipsets, while some of them boast a few features that may surprise you, such as built-in stylus pens and headphone jacks. Keep reading for my top picks, and don't forget that many of the best deals will only be available for Prime members. Don't feel like paying for yet another subscription? Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial that lets you take advantage of Prime Day deals (and other membership benefits) without paying a penny. Just be sure to cancel your account before the first bill is due. 

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

When does Prime Day end?

Prime Day 2026 began on June 23rd and is set to run through Friday, June 26th. That gives you four full days to explore Amazon's best deals, although it's worth mentioning that Best Buy and Walmart are running rival sales that extend through Sunday, June 28th.

What is the best cheap Android phone?

We generally consider the Google Pixel 10a to be the best cheap Android phone for most people. The device boasts the perfect blend of premium specs with good old-fashioned bang for the buck, coming complete with a powerful Tensor chipset, flagship-level cameras, and a bunch of useful AI-boosted software tools. The Pixel 10a also sports a lovely AMOLED display, and like other Pixel phones, you're guaranteed seven years of OS and security upgrades straight out of the box.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

School ain't cheap, and even if you have financial aid or a job, that money's gotta go to tuition, rent, and basic necessities, leaving very little for "extra" purchases. Trust me, I've been there. Thus, it can be hard to justify buying something extravagant like a brand-spankin' new TV. However, the Google TV Streamer is a cheap, easy way to upgrade your aging entertainment setup, and this Prime Day deal can get you a new TV for less than $100.

The Google TV Streamer launched in 2024 for $99. For Prime Day, you can score a 25% discount on the streaming box, so you only pay $75. Even for a college student, that's a pretty sweet deal if you want to "upgrade" your TV.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You have an older non-smart or even smart TV and you need something faster and more responsive with AI, smart home features, and personalized content recommendations.

❌Skip this deal if: You have a relatively new Google TV set that you feel is plenty fast and you don't care to always have the latest features and updates when they're available.

You can think of the Google TV Streamer as a little TV box, which you can plug into nearly any HDMI TV to turn it into a smart TV. And even if you already have a smart TV with something like Roku or Amazon's Fire TV built in, the Google TV Streamer will give you a whole new experience with the Google TV interface, powered by Android.

What's great about Google TV is that all your favorite shows and apps are right there on your home screen, with quick access to free live TV channels (I love the MST3K channel) and tons of your favorite streaming apps. You can jump back into a show or movie you were watching right from the home screen, and you can quickly search for content using natural language with Gemini.

The Google TV Streamer comes with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, which is plenty for smooth performance on even the cheapest of smart TV sets, enough to download plenty of apps, and even do some light gaming. It also supports 4K HDR with Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos audio, and a fast internet connection via a built-in Ethernet port.

If you have a television with Google TV built in, buying the Google TV Streamer may feel redundant and pointless, but the Streamer is likely to receive updates before your TV, may be supported much longer, and probably performs better without all the manufacturer bloatware.

Google's Pixel Watch has long been my favorite smartwatch design. It's not only uniquely beautiful with the curved, circular glass that looks like a perfect watch design, but the curved back is by far the most comfortable design of any smartwatch I've ever worn. That watch will look just as good on your budget as on your wrist, too, thanks to this incredible Prime Day deal!

Add the Pixel Watch 4 to your cart today and get an instant $60 off the 41mm version, or grab the larger display version with better battery life and get $80 off the 45mm version.

For me, this is a no-brainer upgrade. Google's been substantially improving Wear OS over the years, and the Wear OS 7 upgrade just rolled out last week, delivering even more improvements to Google's best smartwatch yet.

✅Recommended if: You're looking for one of the best Wear OS watches available, including a gorgeous, unique design and a great new charger.

❌Skip this deal if: Garmin and Amazfit watches have better battery life and track more workout activities, so check to make sure your favorite activities are supported before you choose.

In our Pixel Watch 4 review last year, we noted that "Google has been building toward a water-droplet smartwatch for years, and the Pixel Watch 4 has reached the finish line." This includes an improved design that's now user-replaceable — something most smartwatches don't even seem to bother with — as well as a brand new UI, deeper Gemini integration, and the new Google health app.

Fitbit users were largely unhappy with the changeover from Fitbit to Google Health when it launched in May, but Google has taken feedback and improved several pain points since then. We even published a guide for how to make the most of the new Google health app, including how to deeply customize your experience.

Before you order, we've also assembled a list of the best Pixel Watch 4 bands on sale for Prime Day, so you can get the look you want and make that gorgeous watch shine even brighter!

Brace yourself: Prime Day 2026 is in full swing, and this year's sale features some particularly good deals on Amazon's very own Fire lineup of devices. Whether you're setting up an Alexa smart home for the first time or simply adding a few new devices to your current setup, there are plenty of outstanding deals to explore this week. Keep reading for all of my favorites from the big sale, from Fire TVs and streaming devices to tablets and smart displays.

Many of the best Amazon devices are selling for as little as $15 during the sale, but keep in mind that you'll need to be a Prime member to enjoy the max savings. Haven't signed up for Prime yet? Worry not, Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial that lets you explore all of the benefits of a membership (including access to Prime Day deals) without paying a thing.

• Amazon Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

TVs and streaming devices

Tablets and e-readers

Smart home devices

When is Prime Day 2026?

Prime Day 2026 is running from June 23 to 26, which gives you four full days to take advantage of the best tech deals this summer. Everything from smartphones and tablets to TVs and laptops are to get record-smashing discounts this year, so get your list ready. Needless to say, we'll continue to share all of the best Android deals for the duration of the sale, so be sure to bookmark Android Central for all of your Prime Day needs.

Do I have to be a member to shop during Prime Day 2026?

Although some Prime Day deals are available to the general public, most of the best offers are exclusive to Amazon Prime members. If you haven't signed up yet (or you don't want to give Amazon any more of your hard-earned cash), don't worry: the retailer is offering a 30-day free trial that lets you enjoy all of the benefits of a Prime membership without paying a cent.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

I am sick and tired of Kindle being the go-to e-reader for most people. If you want a spectacular little tablet that can store thousands of e-books, comics, and audiobooks, the Huion Note E is a far superior option.

Not only does it run Android 15 without any limitations on which apps you can download and install from the Play Store, but it also comes with a battery-free stylus!

Down to just $295.20 for Prime Day, I suggest you to purchase this fabulous little 8.4-inch Android tablet with a matte, anti-glare display instead. The screen is very eye-friendly and imitates paper well.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a stylus-bearing eye-friendly e-reader without the limitations of E Ink or the restrictions of the Amazon Kindle OS.

❌Skip this deal if: You are not willing to forego an E Ink display. In that case, suggest looking at Bigme B6 Color Ebook Reader instead, which is 5% off with a coupon on Amazon right now.

What I love about the Huion Note E Android tablet is that it has none of the caveats of e-readers and E Ink tablets, but plenty of the upsides. For instance, the tablet has a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate so you don't have to deal with ghosting issues or slow transitions. Yet, the paper-like screen still retains that soft quality that e-readers and E Ink tablets boast.

Huion also customized the layout of the Huion Note E to give it more of a e-note feel. This is a digital notebook to the T, with excellent native apps for note-taking, list-making, and sketching. Native OCR means you can write into any text field instead of typing, which has a joy of its own.

And since it is an Android 15 tablet, you can download and use all your favorite Android apps on it. Install the best reading apps, from the Kindle reading app to the Moon+ Reader and open-source apps like Komikku.

There are no restrictions to the UI, even though the home layout looks like it might have limitations. In fact, I like the unusual e-reader-like UI because it feels non-distracting. You know you can access apps like Google Chrome, Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, TikTok, and Netflix, as well as all your favorite games. But you aren't tempted to keep doomscrolling.

The Huion Note E has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, and you even get an 8MP camera for scanning documents or taking quick snapshots here and there.

TCL NXTPAPER technology is one of the coolest display upgrades we've seen in years, and that display truly shines when it's on a big device like a tablet. All of TCL's NXTPAPER devices have always been affordable, but Prime Day is taking those prices down to a historic low, with tablets up to 36% off until June 26th.

Out of all the tablets on sale, though, I love two more than the rest. The first is the uber-affordable NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2, which packs an 11-inch NXTPAPER 4.0 display that you'll love reading or watching videos on, and it does it all for just $169. That's the lowest price ever for this tablet, and it even includes the case and stylus!

✅Recommended if: You need a cheap tablet that can get things done, including an eye-friendly screen that won't give you a headache.

❌Skip this deal if: You're looking for a high-end tablet. This one's strictly mid-range and won't run games very well.

The NXTPAPER 11 Gen 2 is about as good as a ~$200 tablet can get, including a huge battery, fantastic anti-reflective matte display with NXTPAPER 4.0 technology, and an included case and stylus. That stylus is no joke, either, as it supports 4096 pressure levels and feels great to write with on the textured NXTPAPER display.

And while that tablet works just fine for note-taking and sketching, TCL recently debuted its first note-focused tablet, the Note A1 NXTPAPER. This tablet upgrades the note-taking experience with an even better stylus that offers 8192 levels of pressure sensitivity, sub-5ms latency, and built-in haptics to make it feel even more like writing on paper.

The first time I used the stylus on my Note A1 NXTPAPER, I was blown away. I've never used a stylus with built-in haptics, and it felt like a true game-changer!

✅Recommended if: You want one of the best digital note-taking experiences, need a tablet that's great for work and meeting recording, or want a tablet for reading anything from books to manga.

❌Skip this deal if: You're looking to play games on this tablet. It's just not built for that.

TCL's Note A1 NXTPAPER offers an incredible alternative to E Ink writing tablets with a 120Hz display that delivers the full 16.7-million color palette. That means it's just as responsive and ghost-free as standard displays, all with the anti-reflective matte coating that makes NXTPAPER look so great.

Of course, that means sunlight performance isn't nearly as good as E Ink, but that may not bother you, depending on how you plan to use it. TCL preloads the tablet with its own browser and note-taking app, all of which have lots of AI-powered features designed to make your life easier. Plus, this one has eight microphones onboard, meaning it's perfect for recording every meeting you'll ever attend.

Google hardly ever discounts its first-party Pixel Watch bands, but you don't have to settle for those overpriced options. Spigen is featured on the Google Store as a certified third-party seller of Pixel Watch 4 bands. That means these excellent bands from the brand are guaranteed to fit your Google Pixel Watch 4!

Thanks to Prime Day 2026, you can purchase all the very best Spigen watch bands for the Pixel Watch 4 for up to 67% off right now! I have listed my personal favorites here, from cheerfully colorful options like the Nano Pop to more mature-looking picks like the Lite Fit X. Have at it!

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Spigen Nano Pop Pixel Watch 4 Band

The waterproof Spigen Nano Pop Pixel Watch 4 Band band usually costs $29.99, which is typical of a Pixel Watch band. However, that regular price is currently slashed to a lowly $9.99 and that is something you do not want to miss out on.

The dual-toned Spigen Nano Pop Pixel Watch 4 Band is made of a soft silicone material and an aluminum pin-and-tuck, making it waterproof, adjustable, and pretty durable. It is available in 41mm and 45mm variants.

Choose from two colors: Blueberry Navy and Black Sesame. I personally prefer the brighter Blueberry Navy colorway, as it has a pop of yellow to contrast the dominant navy blue. But you can go for Black Sesame which has a black/gray combo if you're not big on bright colors.

Spigen Lite Fit X Pixel Watch 4 Band

The Spigen Lite Fit X Pixel Watch 4 Band only comes in one color variant: a black and gray checked pattern with slanted black lines embroidered on some parts of it. This is a sturdy nylon band that is highly elastic, so it stretches to adjust to your wrist.

The woven nylon material makes this a very breathable watch band that's suitable for daily wear. Available in 45mm and 41mm options, the Spigen Lite Fit X Pixel Watch 4 Band is 40% off with a coupon on Amazon.

Spigen Rugged Armor Pro Pixel Watch 4 Band

Looking for something that can take a beating? Spigen offers a more heavy-duty Pixel Watch 4 watch band in the for of the Rugged Armor Pro Pixel Watch 4 Band. This rugged number comes in an all black, faux carbon fiber ensemble.

The Spigen Rugged Armor Pro Pixel Watch 4 Band features a hard, scratch-proof polycarbonate exterior. It also incorporates flexible TPU for various parts and pieces, making the entire band impact-resistant to bumps and scrapes.

Not only does this band include a strap for the Pixel Watch 4, but it also has a case for the watch screen built in. Get it now for 16% off this Prime Day!

I’ve been thinking about my dad a lot these days, especially his health. He’s 70 now, and while he’s incredibly fit and healthy, I wanted to ensure he was optimizing his life even more with as few gadgets as possible.

So, for a late Father’s Day present, I was thinking about getting him the Oura Ring 4, which is currently up to a whopping 51% off on Amazon for Prime Day, depending on the style you get.

Currently, the metallic version in Black and Silver are 35% off during Prime Day, the Brushed Silver and Stealth are 43% off, and the Gold is 51% off. Not to mention, you could probably get this device with your HSA or FSA funds. The thing I love about the Oura Ring is how subtle it is, and it performs in the background of your life, and it is passive. What I mean by this is that you’re not constantly getting notifications.

Without giving too many personal details about my dad’s health, one thing he’s actively monitoring is his blood pressure, how good his sleep is, how many steps he’s getting, and if he’s feeling rested and well enough for the next day.

If my dad sees any irregularities in his health these days, he’s actively thinking about any differences he’s experienced in his day, and sometimes it can give him additional and unnecessary anxiety.

The Oura Ring would monitor his health overnight, provide him with his Readiness Score, and help him track his heart rate, steps, and, if you’re in the U.S., blood pressure. Just to clarify this, it is not a traditional blood pressure monitor, but rather it uses a health radar feature that monitors cardiovascular strain and shifts that could indicate blood pressure variations.

I love that the smart ring, if you have a subscription, automatically detects which workouts you’re doing, and if you’re planning to get this for yourself and you’re a woman, know it has stellar menstrual cycle monitoring.

My dad is a simple guy, and, more importantly, he is a man of consistency in his daily rituals. I want to make sure that he has no reason to worry about his health, that he monitors it efficiently, and that he doesn't feel anxious about it.

And if you’re feeling the same about your parents and want them to feel comfortable monitoring their health with something that is passive, subtle, and gorgeously constructed, then I would highly recommend getting the Oura Ring 4.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

If you want to show your World Cup pride and turn heads at games or watch parties, the Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition is certainly one way to do that. I'm shocked that you're not paying a markup for the FIFA logo, either. In fact, the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition is $150 off for Prime Day, bringing the cost of this great flip phone down to just $550.

As a phone reviewer, I didn't expect to switch to a phone completely designed around the FIFA World Cup — but that's exactly what happened. This special-edition Motorola Razr is the same Razr 2025 I reviewed last year, but with a soccer-inspired design and exclusive features. I dove into the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition and found five hidden Easter eggs you only get with this special-edition variant.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

This phone has a custom FIFA startup animation

The Razr 2025 has a 3.6-inch cover screen, a 6.9-inch main screen, and a generally compact form factor. For the FIFA edition, the green color and gold World Cup logos on the back stand out. However, these are far from the only changes Motorola added to the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition. The first subtle Easter egg I noticed after unboxing the device was the phone's startup animation.

Instead of seeing only the basic "Motorola" and "Powered by Android" startup logos, the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition boots up to a background image of stadium stands and a soccer ball. You see this unique animation every time you turn your FIFA edition Razr on, and it's a cool touch. It appears whether the phone is folded or unfolded, but so you can't miss it.

Hear a custom ringtone with World Cup cheers

By default, the Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition comes with a custom ringtone you can only get on this phone. It's the "official tournament jingle," and I'd describe it as hype music. The sounds you hear on World Cup broadcasts or in a stadium, you can hear from your phone every time you receive a call. It quickly becomes a party trick that makes your Razr stand out and instantly highlights your World Cup fandom.

Enjoy a World Cup 2026 wallpaper

While perhaps not as special as the startup animation or ringtone, the FIFA wallpapers you get with this limited-edition Razr 2025 phone tie the entire experience together. The default one is a green wordmark design with the "26" logo in green, of course symbolizing the FIFA World Cup 26 games.

When you power on the Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition and see the exclusive wallpaper, the front and back of your foldable perfectly match to show your tournament pride.

Watermark your photos with a FIFA World Cup border

I've always found the camera watermarks offered by select Android brands to be a neat way to brand your photos. With this Razr special edition, you can add the FIFA World Cup logo as part of the watermark for your photos. There's nothing cooler than commemorating a World Cup win or remembering your gameday experience with a custom watermark.

Hold a rear case that looks like a field

I'd be remiss if I didn't specifically mention one last Easter egg on the back of the phone. Motorola says this special-edition colorway is inspired by the look of a field, and I definitely see it. The back of the phone is textured and full of shades of green and turquoise. The sides are aluminum in a green finish, adding to the grassy aesthetic.

On top of the field-inspired design, you get the Motorola and FIFA World Cup 2026 logos in gold. The entire experience feels thoughtful, and it's something World Cup fans can appreciate.

Best of all, this is a standout phone under the hood. It's not a sloppy device using the FIFA logo for clout — I gave the Razr 2025 a 4/5 star rating, and it definitely holds up in 2026. Getting this phone for $550 during Prime Day when most flagships start at over $1,000 feels too good to be true.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

There are a lot of reasons to love this time of year, but one of my favorite is all the gaming showcases happening in June. We got the Summer Game Fest, PlayStation and Xbox showcases, Nintendo Direct, PCGamer Showcase, tons of indie showcases, and now the VR Games Showcase!

What aired was genuinely spectacular and gets me uber-hyped for the rest of the releases this year. Out of all the titles shown, a whopping eight have just made it to my wishlist, and several other game updates caught my eye, as well. The whole showcase is in the YouTube link below, but you will also want to stock up on Meta Quest gift cards while they are on sale for Prime Days this week.

There's nothing quite like getting free money, and these Meta Quest gift cards will get you plenty of credit to buy any of the VR games you see in the showcase.

Out of all the announcements, these were my highlights:

• Breachers Outbreak
• Skeleton Crew
• Maestro Attack on Titan DLC
• Sol Protocol
• I Am Your Beast
• Guardians Planetfall
• H3VR2
• Payday: Aces High

Payday: Aces High is certainly the highlight of the showcase and the reason it's prominently shown on the front, but all the other titles I mentioned have me MEGA hyped to keep my Meta Quest 3 on throughout the year. Check the timestamps on the video timeline on YouTube to view them, or just watch the whole showcase in the video above!

Aside from gift cards and awesome games, Prime Day (valid now through June 26th) is delivering tons of fantastic Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories on sale, in addition to a $53 discount on the Meta Quest 3S. That means you get to save a ton of money and get the best VR console experience. Have fun, because I know I will be!

Insta360 is a brand better known for its lineup of rugged action cameras, but they also make other relevant equipment such as microphones. The Insta360 Mic Pro is a spectacular new wireless lavalier mic kit that has a distinctly unique feature unlike any other: E Ink displays.

Mics for Android, iOS, and cameras are probably not the first few keywords that pop in your mind when you think of E Ink displays. After all, these e-paper screens are more popular with reading tablets and digital frames. Insta360 is has actualized and unlikely convergence of the two.

Released on May 19, 2026, the Insta360 Mic Pro usually costs $329.99 for the dual mic and receiver kit, but you can get it for a $50 off right now thanks to Prime Day.

• Prime Day June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You need a versatile mic kit that works with plenty of platforms, has a rechargeable carrying case, and has built-in E Ink displays.

❌Skip this deal if: You want mics that aren't very visible.

The Insta360 Mic Pro also comes in a singular mic kit without a receiver as well as a single mic and single transmitter kit. Since the mics can be used via Bluetooth with Android and iOS smartphones, you don't need to buy the transmitter kit if you don't plan on using the mic with a camera.

The single mic kit without a transmitter is 15% off on Amazon, going from $99.99 to $84.99. Meanwhile, the single mic and receiver kit is also 15% off, selling for $169.99 on Amazon instead of the usual $199.99.

You get a plug-and-play experience when using the Insta360 Mic Pro on smartphones

Setting up the mic is a simple matter of downloading the Insta360 app and plugging the transmitter into the USB-C port of your smartphone. After that, the mic is ready to use. The transmitter automatically connects all mics to your phone.

Once connected, you can use the app to choose any picture you like and set it as the display image for your mics. Each individual mic can have its own wallpaper. The Insta360 app allows you to resize and preview the image before confirming.

The sky is the limit when it comes to display customization

Whether its faces, brand logos, photos or captions, as long as it's an image, you can set it as the mics' wallpaper. And because the mics use E Ink panels, once the image is set, it hardly affects battery life at all!

The Insta360 Mic Pro delivers superior audio quality and comes in a carrying case with USB-C charging. The transmitter, USB-C adapter, and both mics fit inside and charge wirelessly when docked.

You get a handful of other extra accessories in the box too, including two windshields, a 3.5mm audio cable, two button magnets, two clips, a carrying pouch, and a USB-C cable. That's a lot of value for your money.

Both mics in the Insta360 Mic Pro kit feature auto gain control, 32-bit float, a 30-hour battery life, a 400m connectivity range, 3-mic array & directional pickup, and NPU-powered noise canceling thanks to dedicated AI chips.

You can customize the settings of each mic within the Insta360 app. This is where you can enable or disable auto gain control, and choose the sound direction from four options: Omni, Voice focus, Cardioid, and Figure 8.

Here are various audio samples recorded outdoors with different settings and a lot of background noise like traffic and chatter.

• Auto gain control disabled; sound direction set to Omni

• Auto gain control disabled; sound direction set to Voice focus

• Auto gain control enabled; sound direction set to Omni

• Auto gain control enabled; sound direction set to Voice focus

• Auto gain control enabled; sound direction set to Cardioid

• Auto gain control enabled; sound direction set to Figure 8

• Bluetooth connection

It's an excellent kit from Insta360 that's definitely worth the spend

The Insta360 Mic Pro is a value-packed wireless lavalier kit that can adapt to whatever environment it needs to record in. You can connect as many as four mics (receivers) to the transmitter, in case you'd like to add on more individual later on.

Maybe you're combing through the market to find a fantastic microphone kit for your vlogging needs, or maybe you are a amateur videographer. Or perhaps, you're just starting out as a student in media and journalism. For all of those scenarios and more, the Insta360 Mic Pro is a high-quality starter kit that's compatible with a wide range of devices.

2026 has been increasingly plagued by the ongoing RAM crisis; as companies focus their resources on building more data centers for AI, smartphone prices get higher. Fortunately, some of last year's models are largely unaffected, and phones like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus remain viable options in 2026. In fact, the Galaxy S25 Plus is down to its lowest price thanks to this Prime Day deal, and it's quite an incredible steal.

The Galaxy S25 Plus launched at a relatively high price of $999, which is $100 less than the Galaxy S26 Plus's launch price. As a very powerful phone, it was priced pretty reasonably, but still eye-watering. However, at 34% off, you can grab this powerful AI phone for just $664.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

I've reviewed the last few Galaxy S "Plus" models, and the S25 Plus is still an incredible smartphone, even with its more powerful successor available. It's powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite and sports 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, which is a sweet spot for most consumers.

The Galaxy S25 Plus is something of a middle child of the S series, sporting a large QHD+ display and a big, all-day battery, but without the big 200MP quad-camera system of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Still, it features an impressive triple-camera system with a 50MP primary sensor and a 3x telephoto camera. It also comes in an array of colors, my favorite being the Navy hue.

One of the great things about the Galaxy S25 Plus is that it still gets many of the latest One UI 8.5 features found on the Galaxy S26 Plus. There are plenty of AI editing tools, upgraded camera features, and even a new AI-powered Bixby. And thanks to Samsung's generous update policy, the Galaxy S25 Plus will still receive years of OS upgrades and security updates.

There are plenty of reasons why you should still grab last year's Galaxy, especially at this price. However, if you wanted the latest model, the Galaxy S26 Plus is also on sale. The phone, which originally cost $1,099, is now down to as low as $759, which is a lot more reasonable for a phone with the latest Agentic AI features.

I've been planning to switch to OLED for years, but with everything getting so expensive lately, I've been waiting for the right smart TV deal to come along before I commit to a particular model. Fortunately, thanks to Prime Day 2026, that day has arrived, as Amazon is slashing 33% off the 55-inch OLED BRAVIA XR8B Google TV by Sony. 

This Prime Day discount drops the price of the 55-inch set down to $998, which is the lowest price ever recorded for the TV. As if the price drop alone wasn't enough, Amazon will also deliver and unpack the Sony TV in your room of choice at no additional cost. 

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE: see the full list of deals

The BRAVIA XR8B has a 4.7 out of 5 star rating, which — as you'll know if you've spent any time shopping on Amazon — is no small feat. Powered by 8 million self-lit pixels, the Google TV delivers intensely immersive blacks with dazzling brightness, plus you'll enjoy Dolby Vision and Atmos support, Acoustic Surface Audio+, and real-time XR processing so all of your favorite content looks and sounds as good as possible. 

Since it's a Sony TV, you also get a bunch of exclusive PlayStation 5 features built right in, such as HDR tone mapping and "Auto Genre Picture Mode", so your set will automatically switch to Game Mode when you're gaming on the console. 

I'll be honest: I don't necessarily think that OLED TVs are for everyone. If you just want good picture at an affordable price, then there are plenty of excellent Android TVs that will get the job done for way less money. But if you want the most immersive and detailed image quality possible, OLED is the way to go, and this Sony BRAVIA TV deal presents an approachable way for you to enjoy the technology's potential without breaking the bank. 

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

It's no secret that SSDs and other storage devices are absurdly expensive right now, and it doesn't seem like that's changing any time soon. Fortunately, Prime Day is here, and while the situation isn't quite as good as it was a year ago, Amazon's sale is your best opportunity to find a reasonable storage deal that won't break the bank.

My favorite Prime Day storage deal is this offer that slashes 38% off the 1TB T9 SSD by Samsung, knocking the price of the storage device down to $179.99 this week. Up until Prime Day, the 1TB SSD was floating around $250, so this is no small discount — it essentially amounts to $0.18 per gigabyte. And the best part is that, unlike many Prime Day deals, you don't need to be a Prime member to enjoy the savings.

• Learn more: These Prime Day SSD deals prove that you can beat the tech price hikes in 2026

Whether you're a photographer, musician, or business professional, if you're dealing with large files on the go, the Samsung T9 is the ideal companion. This compact device boasts read-and-write transfer speeds of up to 2,000MB per second, plus you get regular firmware updates with AES 256-bit password protection and a high-end thermal cooling system that keeps your SSD running smoothly, no matter how heavy the usage.

The SSD is also built from durable materials and has been drop-tested from up to 9.8 feet in height, so you can take it with you anywhere without worrying about the safety of your most important files. If something does go wrong, Samsung also offers a five-year warranty.

Indeed, the Samsung T9 is a powerful storage device for on-the-go file management, and this is a good price. If you're planning to upgrade your storage setup this year, I'd recommend jumping on this deal before Amazon's big sale ends on June 26th. After all, the current RAM crisis isn't going away any time soon, and if you miss this Prime Day discount, you'll likely have to wait until Black Friday to save this much cash on a portable SSD by Samsung.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The quadrennial FIFA World Cup is underway and there's only one right way to watch it: in a large group with family and friends, loads of delicious snacks and drinks, and a massive 200-inch projected screen.

The XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro is a portable projector with a two and a half-hour battery as well as wired playback. So once the battery runs out, you can plug it into a power bank or a wall charger to keep the party going. It is the perfect candidate for such a FIFA watch party and guess what? It's $88 cheaper this Prime Day, and that's including the PowerBase Stand!

Equipped with dual Harman Kardon stereo speakers and a gorgeous Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, this projector outputs lovely colors and gets as large as 200 inches.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You're looking for a smart Google TV projector with a Full HD resolution, projected screen as big as 200 inches, and both wired or wireless playback.

❌Skip this deal if: You need a projector with a longer battery life or brighter output.

I have tested the old-gen XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro projector and found it incredibly capable, so much so that I decided it served as an Android TV replacement. This is the newer version, so it has an improved 2.5hr battery life, delivers 450 ISO lumens of brightness, and runs Google TV. The screen previously only got as big as 120 inches, but this new-gen variants gets as big as 200 inches!

XGIMI designed the MoGo 3 Pro projector in a really clever way, so it has a little stand built in and even has a lanyard attached to it. As for the I/O, the projector has a Micro HDMI port and a USB-C port. This means you can not only use any 65W charger and USB-C cable to power it, but it can also be powered off a high capacity power bank!

Previously, XGIMI projectors had to use a workaround to allow users to install Netflix, but this is no longer the case. In fact, the XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro's remote control has a dedicated Netflix button. It also has Amazon Prime Video and YouTube buttons, as well as a customizable shortcut key.

Like all XGIMI projectors, the MoGo 3 Pro is really easy to use. Users can go hands-free with Google Assistant, cast their phone or computer to it via built-in Chromecast, and automatically scale the picture output thanks to auto keystone correction onboard.

I have a lot of Bluetooth speakers, so there isn't a shortage of choice when I want to listen to music. I tend to like Marshall's products because of the design and sound quality, and I used the Emberton III quite a bit in the last year, and it is the device I take while going on vacation.

The Emberton III is diminutive against the likes of the Stanmore III, but it produces a loud sound that belies its size, and the portability means you can take it anywhere — this is a small Bluetooth speaker with a great design and standout sound.

The Emberton III is now down to just $99, a heady $80 discount from its usual $179 retail. It was down to $129 in last year's sale, and the $99 deal is the best I've seen on this model yet. So if you're looking to buy a portable Bluetooth speaker, now is the ideal time to do so.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

I like two things about the Emberton III: the size and sound quality. It is smaller than most Bluetooth speakers, and that allows you to take it just about anywhere. You get two 10W full-range drivers, and while that it isn't a lot, Marshall did a great job utilizing the innards to deliver sound that's much fuller (and louder) than its size suggests.

The sound quality itself is classic Marshall — just like the design. You get a rich bass, clean mids that put vocals at the center, and good treble extension. The design is in line with Marshall's other products, and that's a positive too; the metal grille with the embossed Marshall logo just stands out.

The IP67 dust and water resistance means you can use it at the pool without any issues, and it lasts 24 hours between charges. You can take calls as well, and there's the ability to tweak the sound to your tastes — should you need to.

Overall, the Emberton III looks good and sounds great. And at just $99, it is a terrific deal if you're looking to get a new portable Bluetooth speaker.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

What you need to know

• A new leak suggests Samsung is expanding color choices across the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Galaxy Z Flip 8.
• The Galaxy Z Fold 8 could arrive in Butter, Graphite, Lavanda, and Pistacchio, while the Fold 8 Ultra may get exclusive Green Shadow and Violet Shadow finishes.
• The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to launch in Cream, Graphite, Mint, and Pink.

Samsung’s next foldables are still weeks away from being launched, but a new leak may have already revealed one of the most important details for buyers: the color options.

According to new information that has surfaced via Digital Citizen, Samsung is preparing for a larger color palette for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 family and the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Some of the familiar shades are here to stay, but a few new ones might add a little more personality to the line-up.

Standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 is said to come in four finishes:

• Butter
• Graphite
• Lavanda
• Pistacchio

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is said to be getting its own exclusive colors:

• Cream
• Graphite
• Green Shadow
• Violet Shadow

Samsung's clamshell foldable will be no different, apparently. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 colors may be cream, graphite, mint, and pink.

Cream and graphite appear to be the common thread across all three devices, but Samsung is giving each model a pair of unique colors to help distinguish them.

Storage options have also reportedly surfaced. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to come with either 256GB or 512GB of storage. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra are also expected to get a 1TB variant along with 256GB and 512GB options. Fortunately, the leak indicates that Samsung will not restrict certain colors to certain storage configurations.

While Samsung has yet to formally announce its next Unpacked event, recent FCC filings indicate that launch preparations are already underway. The rumors now indicate July in London.

Of course, all these details are based on leaks, and so there is always a chance Samsung could change things before launch. But if the info pans out, the company's 2026 foldable lineup could be more diverse than we've seen in years — and buyers sick of playing it safe with black and silver phones may finally have some new options.

Android Central's Take

For one, I’m glad to see Samsung putting a little more thought into color options this year. Foldable phones are pricey devices, and owners deserve something that feels a little more personal than another shade of gray. More variety gives users the chance to pick a phone that really speaks to their style instead of taking whatever neutral option is left in the shop. That said, colors alone won't sell people on an upgrade. Samsung can paint these phones Pistachio or Violet Shadow or whatever fancy marketing name it comes up with next, but if the hardware and software improvements don’t feel meaningful, a fresh coat of paint will just look like a distraction rather than real progress.

Runners, rejoice! Amazon's 2026 Prime Day sale brings with it a 15% discount on the Amazfit Active 3 Premium, which is an especially good fitness smartwatch for those hoping to spend under $150.

Great battery life, fitness features, and responsiveness make the Active 3 Premium a worthy competitor, even amongst higher-priced fitness watches. It's backed by the Zepp platform and sports a 1.32-inch AMOLED display that users love. It's specifically designed with runners in mind, sporting a durable yet lightweight housing, GPS tracking, and features like structured training presets that draw on a wide range of health metrics. The Prime Day price drop is also available in all three of the Active 3 Premium's color options, including the Aero White, Apex Silver, and Atlas Blue.

• Prime Day 2026 is LIVE: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: you're looking for one of the best Amazfit smartwatches out there, but you don't want to spend more than $150; you like a medium-sized watch face of around 1.3 inches, and you'd prefer a vibrant AMOLED display; you want a watch with a wide range of workout modes and health sensors, GPS, and a battery life suitable for longer outdoor excursions.

❌Skip this deal if: you need a watch with dual-band GPS for hyper-accurate readings; you prefer a smartwatch with an actual crown; you'd rather upgrade to the Active Max for up to 25-day battery life and a larger screen.

The Amazfit Active 3 Premium is packed with features that make it feel like a true premium smartwatch, but without the hefty price tag. From health monitoring and training programs to cycle tracking, sleep monitoring, and stress readings, it's a user-friendly pick for runners at any level. I also like the Zepp App platform, which makes it easy to sift through the many features and data points, while also offering a thorough analysis of a range of health and training factors.

Where it falls a little short is in its exclusion of dual-band GPS. However, those who find that to be a dealbreaker should probably consider upgrading to the Active Max anyway.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

It's the size of a tin of mints and packs an incredulous 10,000mAh capacity in that tiny, cute little body somehow. I can't stop singing praises of the tiny but mighty INIU Pocket Rocket P50 Power Bank. In fact, this isn't the first time I've recommended this power bank, and I can guarantee you it won't be the last.

Available in several fun colors, the INIU Pocket Rocket P50 is currently discounted for Prime Day festivities, taking a generous 15% off its retail price and knocking it down to the below-$30 category.

Of course, the size is one of the most noteworthy qualities of this excellent portable battery. But there are other factors that I love too, and you will too.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

✅Recommended if: You want a compact, 10,000mAh power bank with 45W fast charging and a cable built in.

❌Skip this deal if: You are on the hunt for something slimmer and lighter.

For a power bank this size, a 10,000mAh rating is impressive. It weighs just 160 grams, which is less than the weight of the base model Samsung Galaxy S25. And on top of that, this is an airline-approved power bank, so you don't have to worry about flight regulations either.

The INIU Pocket Rocket P50 Power Bank has a screen that indicates the power input or output, as well as the battery percentage. This is handy as you always know how much juice you've got left in it when on the go.

Another admirable trait of this power bank is the charging speed. It supports an output of 45W fast charging (output), featuring Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0 (PPS). To recharge it, you also get a 20W charging speed (input) to top up the power bank itself.

INIU includes a built-in USB-C cable with the Pocket Rocket P50. And it isn't a retractable cable like the ones we've seen on UGREEN's power banks. The entire cable comes off, so you can use it with other chargers and devices too.

This actually makes it a two-in-in-one product, because you get a very high quality nylon-braided USB-C to USB-C cable for free.

You can easily slip this tiny power bank in your pocket, and get a hold of it using the included cable as a lanyard. What a versatile little battery pack!

Summer is here and it is lovely! If you're finally headed to the sunny outdoors, planning excursions and trips to enjoy the season, you need to know about these Prime Day deals. I wouldn't travel anywhere without at least one of these three excellent Bluetooth tracker cards. They connect to both Apple and Google's Find My Device networks, alleviating some of that tension that sits in the back of your mind while traveling.

Many of these picks are rechargeable, which is like finding gold when buying Bluetooth trackers as a large portion of them are not rechargeable.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Chipolo CARD (2025)

I adore all the Bluetooth trackers that Chipolo makes because they are designed by a very passionate team, many of whom were architects. The Chipolo CARD (2025) is the first rechargeable Bluetooth tracker card that features Pixelsnap-like magnetic wireless charging.

Equipped with a loud, customizable ringer, the Chipolo CARD (2025) works with both Apple and Google's findability networks, gives you out of range alerts if you leave it behind, and has a very robust IP67 water and dust-proof rating.

If you're worried about how often you need to recharge the CARD, don't worry about it at all. Chipolo promises one year's uptime on a single full charge. I used this card for six months and it works just as promised.

Life360 Tile Slim

The brand Tile has transitioned through many names, switching to Tile by Life360 and now finally, just Life360. The name doesn't matter though because the product remains fantastic.

The Life360 Tile Slim is one of the highest quality trackers on the market, and it's integrated into Life360's incredibly vast web of devices around the world. Thus, you can rely on the Life360 Tile Slim to help you track and locate your device using a very reliable system: the Life360 app.

The Life360 Tile Slim is compatible with both iOS and Android devices. It sports a rugged IP68 water and dust-proof rating and has a three-year non-replaceable and non-chargeable battery.

UAG Metropolis Tracker Card

The UAG Metropolis Tracker Card is an MFi certified Bluetooth tracker with a stylish hexagonal pattern adorning it. It is a slim card that works with both Apple and Google's Find My Device networks, making it versatile.

While UAG is known for its high-end, heavy-duty phone cases and accessories, the brand's Bluetooth tracker is worth your attention. It has more than sufficient loudness levels, comes with Qi or MagSafe wireless charging, and has an IPX4 water-resistant rating.

This tracker only lasts 5 months on single charge, however, and iOS users get more features like out of range notifications, so keep that in mind when making your choice.

If you're an iPhone user and are willing to switch to Android, now is the best time to do so. The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the best Android flagship you can buy in the U.S., and while I prefer the Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra, you don't get those devices Stateside, so if I have to choose between the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Motorola Signature, the iPhone 17 Pro Max, and the Pixel 10 Pro XL, Google's phone wins out.

There's just one issue: the pricing. The Pixel 10 Pro XL debuted at $1,199, and that's way too much. Thankfully, the phone is down to $884 during Prime Day, a huge $315 discount that makes this the ideal time to get your hands on the Pixel 10 Pro XL. Google's phones always sell well during these sale, and it's no different this time. And what about the iPhone, you ask? There aren't any deals around this year, so you'll need to shell out the full $1,199 to get your hands on the 17 Pro Max.

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✅Recommended if: You want the best phone in the U.S. The Pixel 10 Pro XL has better cameras than the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the software is cleaner, and you get an extensive set of AI features if that's what you want in a phone.

❌Skip this deal if: You're used to the iPhone. I get that it's hard to change, and with the iPhone, you get an interface that's essentially unchanged over the last decade.

Google sorted out a lot of the lingering issues this time, and the result is that the Pixel 10 Pro XL is noticeably better than its predecessors. The fundamentals haven't changed; you still get great cameras, clean software with plenty of meaningful features, good battery life, and a bright OLED panel.

It's the software where the Pixel 10 Pro XL truly comes into its own. The phone just got the Android 17 update, and alongside a slate of new features and a new floating windows mode called bubbles, the update made the phone a little faster, making it even better to use.

Google has a dominant lead when it comes to phone-based AI features, so much so that Apple is using Google's models on the iPhone now. But if you're not a fan of generative AI or don't need these features, you don't have to use any on the Pixel 10 Pro XL — I don't. Outside of the software, the Pixel 10 Pro XL cameras continue to stand out, and you consistently get great photos and videos.

The OLED panel is among the brightest of any phone around, and I like its color vibrancy. Battery life is decent, and while it doesn't measure up to Chinese rivals, I still get a day's worth of use consistently.

Google has been making phones for the better part of a decade now, and with the Pixel 10 Pro XL, it's clear that the brand has a phone that's among the best around. If you're not satisfied with your iPhone and want to try something new, the Pixel 10 Pro XL would be my recommendation — get the phone while it's still down to $884.

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