Best 4th of July tech deals: Big savings ahead of Prime Day
As we head into the weekend, the promotions are starting to heat up thanks to 4th of July sales and the early Prime Day deals. So if you've been looking to find some amazing prices on some of the hottest tech gear out there, good news, because you've come to the right place. Rather than have you sift through tons of deals and promotions, we've combed through and highlighted the best ones out there right now on TVs, laptops, PC accessories, earbuds, tablets, mobile accessories, and more.
Some of the deals will be exclusive to Prime members, while others will be open to all. But, if you've never subscribed to Amazon Prime, you can pick up a free trial that lasts 30 days, giving you easy access to all the current and upcoming deals. Of course, if you don't want to sign up, no problem, as there are plenty of deals to be had for all. And if you don't see what you're looking for, check back, as we'll be adding more to this list as the weekend progresses. With that said, let's go ahead and check out all of these phenomenal deals.
Best TV deals
If you're looking to upgrade to a new TV, you'll have plenty of choices. So whether you're looking for some of the best TVs out on the market right now, or just trying to find something on a budget — these are going to be some of the best deals you're going to find.
Best laptop deals
With summer almost in full swing, we're starting to see a lot of hot deals on some of the best laptops out on the market right now. Whether you're looking for a great laptop for students, or just a cheap laptop to get you by, these are some of the more notable laptop promotions we've seen for this weekend.
Best media streaming devices deals
Media streaming devices are a great way to add extra power to existing TVs and with so many different choices, you really do have options at every price level. With that said, the tricky part is deciding what company you want to go with, because although each brand's devices might function roughly in the same way, there are differences, like offering better compatibility with your existing products.
For example, if you're someone that's heavily invested in Apple's product ecosystem, it might be a good idea to grab an Apple TV, and someone that's more based in the realm of Android should probably go with Google's Chromecast. If you don't have any particular brand affiliation, you can always go with Roku. Again, most devices will work fine, and compatibility with your existing device shouldn't be an issue, so you really can't go wrong with any choice. Just choose one that fits your entertainment needs.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Amazon's Fire TV stick 4K remains one of the best streaming devices out there. It offers an impressive set of features and unlocks a variety of content to stream. $50 at Amazon
Roku Express 4K+ Roku Express 4K+ Roku's 4K streaming delivers UHD on the cheap and also provides access to streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and more. $39 at Amazon
Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K) The new Chromecast with Google TV is a simple and relatively affordable streaming device for casual users. $50 at Amazon
Best monitors deals
Whether you're looking for something for gaming, or just need one just for work, getting a new monitor can make a world of difference, especially if you're staring at it for hours on a daily basis. Thankfully, even some of the best monitors out right now are discounted, and a lot of standard models can now pull double duty, becoming your monitor and also your smart TV. So, if you've been itching to upgrade, now's going to be a great time with these limited-time deals.
Best PC component deals
If you've been looking to upgrade your PC or build a new one, there are some spectacular deals on CPUs, RAM, graphics cards, SSDs, and more.
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Best deals on Apple products
Apple products rarely go on sale, but it does happen. Luckily, there's a good mix of items on sale right now. So if you've been looking to get yourself a new Apple Watch, MacBook Pro, iPad, or even some AirTags — these are going to be the deals for you.
Best gaming deals
We don't cover much gaming on XDA, but handheld consoles like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally are very close to our hearts and that means we want to make sure you find the deals to upgrade those consoles this weekend. If unfamiliar, both of the previously mentioned consoles use a different type of SSD (M.2 2230) that you might find in a PC or laptop (M.2 2280). So if you want to upgrade the internal storage, you're going to need an M.2 2230 SSD or use microSD cards. Luckily, we've found some great deals on both.
SABRENT Rocket 2230 NVMe 4.0 2TB SSD $220 $350 Save $130 $220 at Amazon
Sabrent Rocket Q4 2230 SSD $110 $160 Save $50 $110 at Amazon
Best earbuds and headphones deals
There's nothing like getting into the zone by listening to some good music. While it's great being able to listen to music through a good set of speakers, sometimes you need a more personal experience with earbuds and headphones. The personal audio space has evolved so much over the past ten years that you can get some quality products at a fair price. So no matter the price point, you're going to find some amazing options, and we've listed some our favorite deals.
For the most part, we're seeing some excellent deals and this is even before we head into the Prime Day sales event that starts next week. So if you don't see anything now, you might want to check back over the weekend, as we will keep this list updated with new deals that pop up.
Source: XDA Developers
