Main topic: Amazon's sale on Fire TV Stick media streamers
Key points:
1. Amazon is offering the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $27, which is $20 below its average street price.
2. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max provides a performance boost and supports major streaming services, HDR standards, and Dolby Atmos audio.
3. The main caveat is the aggressive display of ads and promotion of Amazon's own services, making Roku Streaming Stick 4K and Google Chromecast better options for most people, despite being more expensive currently.
Amazon's Fire tablets offer a convenient and affordable way to access Amazon's Prime services, with an interface specifically designed to deliver Amazon content. The tablets are made of cheap plastic but are still well-built, especially the Kids Editions. They are also expandable with microSD slots and can even access the Google Play Store. However, the tablets are less compelling for non-Amazon content consumers, as the selection is limited compared to iPad or standard Android tablets. The tech inside the tablets is outdated, resulting in some lag and lack of power. The operating system is also not regularly updated, and the warranties are relatively short. Additionally, Amazon's Special Offers ads can be bothersome, but they can be removed for an extra cost. Overall, the Fire tablets provide great value for their price, especially for Amazon Prime subscribers.
Main topic: Tech deals available for Labor Day weekend
Key points:
1. Solo Stove fire pits are up to 40% off, with the Bonfire 2.0 priced at $240.
2. Microsoft has discounted Xbox wireless controllers, and gaming laptops from Acer and Razer are also getting 40% off.
3. Other deals include discounts on Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air, Google's Pixel Buds Pro, Sony Bravia XR TV and PS5 bundles, and the Instant Pot Duo.
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max and other streaming dongles are currently on sale, with the 4K Max offering improved performance and features for just $2 more than the standard stick, although the less intuitive user interface of Amazon's streaming devices remains a concern.
The 65-inch Amazon Fire TV offers a fantastic viewing experience with smart features, support for HDR and Dolby audio, and access to popular streaming services, all at a discounted price of $560.
Amazon has announced two new 10-inch Fire tablets, the Fire HD 10 Kids for children aged 3 to 7 and the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro for 6 to 12-year-olds, both priced at $190 and featuring upgraded specifications compared to the previous model.
The Samsung Tab S6 Lite, a budget-friendly alternative to the Galaxy Tab S9, is currently on sale at Best Buy and Amazon, with prices starting at $220, offering a great tablet experience for light work and everyday needs.
Amazon's October Prime Day brings discounts on Fire TV devices, including the Fire TV Stick Lite for $18, the Fire TV Stick 4K for $23, and the Fire TV Cube for $110.
Get great deals on iPads and other tablets during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, including discounts on the iPad (9th gen) for $249, the iPad (10th gen) for $399, the iPad Air for $500, the iPad mini for $400, the Google Pixel Tablet for $409, the Amazon Fire 7 for $40, the Amazon Fire HD 8 for $60, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus for $70, the Amazon Fire HD 10 (2021) for $75, and the Amazon Fire Max 11 for $150.
The Lenovo Tab Extreme, a top-tier tablet with a 14.5-inch OLED display, powerful performance, and a large battery, is currently $100 off, making it a great deal with the added bonus of a bundled keyboard and stylus.
