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Amazon Prime Day 2020: Potential Start Date, Deals, And More

The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown a wrench into nearly every major event this year, and among the countless number of cancellations and delays is Amazon Prime Day, https://amzn.to/3abxtkA, which, you may have noticed, didn't happen in July as usual this year. Don't fret just yet, however--Prime Day 2020 hasn't been canceled. The event has reportedly been delayed three times, and the latest report points to Prime Day happening this October.

Despite happening later than usual this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Day is sure to bring steep discounts on some of the best games for Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Prime Day is also an excellent opportunity to snag consoles and PC hardware at a discount, and you'll also find sweet deals on gaming accessories, merch, Blu-rays, collectibles, and practically anything on your wishlist. Prime Day is known for having deals on par with Black Friday--and this year, the two events will be happening nearly back to back--so for gamers on a budget, October is sure to bring some of the best prices of the year.

The key to snagging the deals you want on Amazon Prime Day is to go in prepared. To help you out, we've assembled a guide with everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2020, including when it might start, the best deals to expect, and more.

What is Amazon Prime Day?

Prime Day, https://amzn.to/3abxtkA,  is a massive sale Amazon puts on each summer (usually in July) for Prime members. It all began in 2015, when Amazon had a sale to celebrate its 20th birthday. In the years since, Prime Day has grown into a shopping extravaganza in its own right, with deep discounts on all kinds of items across the whole store.

When is Amazon Prime Day 2020?  https://amzn.to/3abxtkA 

First Prime Day was delayed to August, and then September; now, it looks like Amazon has pushed Prime Day 2020 to October, according to Business Insider. Dates have not been publicly confirmed, but in an email to third-party sellers, Amazon indicated October 5 is now the "placeholder" day for the event, while a later email said this date change would be the final one. That's a Monday, and Prime Day has started on a Monday for the past three years, so the date makes sense. It's safe to assume the event will last at least another full 48 hours this year as well.

Will coronavirus affect Amazon Prime Day deals?

Aside from pushing the event back three months, coronavirus may also have an effect on the deals and availability of products this Prime Day. Amazon has been prioritizing essential household goods for several months now, so shortages on games, consoles, and more have been common, although we have seen an improvement in shipping speed and availability recently. However, The New York Times reported in February that Amazon is concerned it may not be able to meet demand during this year's Prime Day due to the shutdown of many factories in China. According to the Times, Amazon is taking measures to combat stock shortages, such as ordering greater amounts of products ahead of time and contacting third-party sellers to discuss stock availability for Prime Day. The delayed event date should also allow the retailer more time to acquire the goods it needs to host Prime Day.

An Amazon spokesperson told the Times, "Out of an abundance of caution, we are working with suppliers to secure additional inventory to ensure we maintain our selection for customers ... We are monitoring developments related to the coronavirus and taking appropriate steps as needed."

How much is Amazon Prime?

The catch is that you have to be an Amazon Prime member to take advantage of Prime Day deals. The annual price of a Prime membership is $119 / £79, or you can get a one-month membership for just $13 / £8. Having to buy a subscription is a bummer, but there are ways around dropping cash just to take part in Prime Day. If you've never been a Prime member before, you can get a free 30-day trial just by signing up. Students get an even better deal: the Prime Student membership begins with a free six-month trial.

Even if you're a lapsed Prime member and you can't get the free trial, signing up for a one-month membership may be worthwhile, depending on what Prime Day deals you want to take advantage of.

What are the best Prime Day deals to expect?

Practically anything under the sun will be on sale for Prime Day 2020, but some deals are much better than others. The largest discounts tend to be on Amazon's own hardware (unsurprisingly), such as Echos, Kindles, Fire Sticks, and tablets. You'll also find big savings on video games, VR headsets, gaming accessories, 4K TVs, other electronics, apparel, outdoor gear, baby products, and nearly anything else you can buy at the online retailer.

Prime Day PS4 deals

Before the pandemic, we were seeing the PS4 Pro go as low as $300, with the PS4 Slim occasionally getting discounted to $200. During last Black Friday, the popular PS4 Slim Only on PlayStation bundle (which featured three great console exclusives) was sold for $200, and it'd be great to see that deal or a similar bundle return for Prime Day 2020. That said, consoles have been hard to find at list price during the pandemic due to a greater number of people gaming, and that may affect the availability of consoles during Prime Day and the holiday shopping season. We don't expect Sony is planning a big PS4 restock with PlayStation 5 on the way, but it's possible they're holding back some units for one last big push during Prime Day and Black Friday for those looking for a cheaper console.

Prime Day Xbox One deals

The Xbox One X and Xbox One S All-Digital Edition have officially been discontinued, although the Xbox One S will continue to be sold, so don't count on seeing a ton of deals on Xbox consoles this fall beyond whatever remaining stock retailers may have. Xbox One X bundles went for $299 during Black Friday, and if they're on sale during Prime Day, we expect they'll probably remain around that price point. Xbox One S bundles have gone for $200 in the past, and it's possible they'll be discounted even further.

With Microsoft consistently pushing its Xbox Game Pass subscription rather than forcing people to upgrade to the Xbox Series X, it's more likely we'll see a great deal on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which will be worth taking advantage of if you're primarily an Xbox gamer.

Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals

As Nintendo fans are well aware, discounts on the brand's games and hardware aren't common, and both the Switch and Switch Lite have consistently been sold out for months due to the pandemic. Because of that, we don't expect to see any discounts on Switch hardware during Prime Day. Instead, you'll likely be able to snag some of Nintendo's first-party titles, like Super Mario Party or Pokemon Sword and Shield, for $40 or even $30, which is about as cheap as they get.

Best deals before Prime Day: Current deals on consoles and games

Prime Day VR deals

Those interested in VR gaming should keep an eye out for VR headset deals during Prime Day as well. The excellent PSVR five-game mega pack from Black Friday may get discounted to $200 again for Prime Day and offers the best value of any PSVR bundle on the market.

Prime Day game deals

Finally, expect thousands of game deals during Prime Day, not only at Amazon but also at other retail stores like Best Buy and Walmart as well as digital game stores like Steam, PSN, Xbox Live, and the Nintendo Eshop. While it's hard to say exactly how low each game might go, you're sure to find whatever's on your wishlist at its best price during Prime Day. All the biggest games from the past few years are sure to be discounted. Sony and Microsoft always offer the steepest discounts on their first-party games, like God of War (PS4) or Gears 5 (Xbox One).

Best tips for Amazon Prime Day, https://amzn.to/3abxtkA

To get the most out of Prime Day, it's best to know exactly what you're shopping for. Otherwise, it's easy to get sucked down the rabbit hole of Amazon's endless lineup of deals. While Black Friday offers you a lot of time to plan for the exact deals you want to take advantage of, Prime Day deals are generally kept secret until the event kicks off, so you'll want to be ready at your computer that day to snag anything you want. The best deals are sure to sell out quickly.

There are different types of Prime Day deals to be aware of, and understanding what these are can help your planning. Prime Day will kick off with early access or countdown deals, which will appear on Amazon in early July. Throughout the event, you'll also see spotlight deals--these run for 24 hours and can take place during the lead-up to Prime Day as well as the event itself. Lightning deals tend to be some of the best discounts of Prime Day, but these are limited-time, limited-stock items that will sell out fast. The best way to keep up with those is through the Amazon app on your phone as well as the upcoming deals page on Amazon. Hit "watch this deal" to get notified when it starts. Finally, there will be thousands of Prime Day-exclusive deals that run the entire duration of Prime Day, which will likely be 48 hours this year. These offers are still likely to sell out if they feature popular items, like the Nintendo Switch.

Check out our guide to the best Prime Day tips to ensure you don't miss out on the hottest deals. Plus, stay tuned to GameSpot during Amazon Prime Day 2020 , https://amzn.to/3abxtkA, as we cover the best gaming, tech, and entertainment deals, and be sure to follow GameSpot Deals on Twitter for up-to-date info on lightning deals and more.

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Roku players and Roku TVs won’t be on sale this cheap again until Prime Day

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Among all the Roku TV deals and Roku player deals available right now at Amazon, none are as popular as the best-selling Roku Express HD that costs just $29.

The $60 Roku Streaming Stick+ is also on sale today, giving shoppers the option to score a big upgrade with 4K and HDR support for just $49.

If you’re in need of a new TV and not just a streaming media player, there are also deep discounts on HDTVs and 4K TVs with Roku software built right in, which prices starting at just $229.

Head over to Amazon and you’ll find that devices like the Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick 4K are by far the best-selling streaming media players on the site. Is it because they’re better than Roku players? No, of course that’s not the case. Fire TV gadgets are great, but they outsell Roku devices mainly because Amazon gives them such prominent billing in on-site ads and search results. Many people out there prefer Roku devices to Amazon’s Fire TV lineup though, and if that describes you then we’ve got some terrific news. The wildly popular Roku Express HD and the Roku Streaming Stick+ are both on sale right now at fantastic prices that you won’t want to miss.

The entry-level Roku Express HD was updated for 2019 and it’s one of the most affordable streaming media players out there. You get access to every streaming service you have ever heard of along with dozens and dozens of services you’ve probably never heard of. On top of that, you get The Roku Channel, which aggregates all sorts of great movies and TV shows that you can stream for free. It’s shipping out soon and it’s only $29 at Amazon.

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There are three things you won’t get with the Express HD that might make it worth the upgrade. First, you won’t get a compact dongle form factor — it’s still compact, but it’s not a dongle. Second, you won’t get support for content that streams in 4K resolution. And third, you won’t get support for the vivid colors that come along with HDR content. For all that, you’ll need the Roku Streaming Stick+, which just so happens to be on sale today for $49 instead of $60. That price matches Amazon’s sale from this past Prime Day and Black Friday, so it’s definitely a great deal.

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Finally, anyone in need of a new TV will find killer deals right now on HDTVs and 4K TVs with Roku software built in. The $330 TCL 43S425 43 Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku LED TV is down to $229, the TCL 65″ Class 6-Series 4K UHD QLED Dolby Vision HDR Roku Smart TV that normally costs $1,100 is on sale for just $799.99, and the massive 75-inch model has a huge $550 discount right now, so you can get it for even less than the 65-inch model — just $749.99!

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Only Prime members can grab these 10 awesome Amazon deals

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48¢ Jointown 3-ply coronavirus face masks and best-selling MagiCare N95 face masks for just over $1 each are the hottest-selling products we’ve covered so far this week.

Purell and strong hand sanitizers from rival brands are also top sellers right now, though we expect several listings to sell out soon.

Those deals and more are available to anyone and everyone, but there are some bargains that are only available to a select group of people.

 Amazon has a special “Just for Prime” deals page that’s full of great deals — but they’re only available to people who subscribe to Amazon Prime.       https://amzn.to/3abxtkA

Want to know what’s been hot so far this week with BGR Deals readers? Nothing is flying off the shelves faster than Amazon’s best-selling face masks and strong MedEx hand sanitizer with the same exact formulation as Purell. Best-selling MagiCare N95 face masks are also on sale at a new lower price under $1 each, so they’ve been flying off the shelves. Of course, Amazon has great deals on nonessential products once again these days. Even though the coronavirus pandemic is worse now in the US than it has ever been before, Amazon is just about back to normal after having devoted most of its resources to hospitals and government buyers for a period of time.

It’s true that coronavirus-fighting essentials are still at the top of most people’s lists right now. That said, deals on nonessentials have been picking up a lot of traction again lately. Most of them are available to everyone, but you might not realize that there are some deals that are only available to a select group of people.

There are always a bunch of great Amazon deals that are reserved only for Prime subscribers. Most people think of other benefits when they think about Amazon Prime, like fast shipping, Amazon Prime Video streaming, and so on. But Prime-exclusive deals are a fantastic added perk that not enough people are aware of. And if you’re not aware of Amazon’s Prime-only deals, you obviously can’t take advantage of them.

Bookmark this page right now: Just for Prime. That page on Amazon’s site is full of exclusive deals available only to Amazon Prime subscribers, and it’s updated constantly. There are dozens of great deals available this week and we’ve picked out 10 in particular that you should take a look at if you’re a Prime member.

Anker Soundcore Life Q10 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

Soundcore is Anker’s audio brand, our signature sound is loved by 10 million+ people around the world.

Hi-Res Certified Sound: The Hi-Res logo is a guarantee of exceptional audio quality, awarded to audio devices capable of producing a highly accurate representation of what the artist intended to be heard. Unlike ordinary headphones, Life Q10 delivers sound up to 40 kHz for the richest listening experience.

BassUp: Our exclusive BassUp technology analyzes your audio’s low frequencies in real-time and instantly increases the bass. Combined with oversized 40mm dynamic drivers, bass power is boosted up to 100%. A button on the right earcup of the wireless over-ear headphones activates BassUp.

60-Hour Playtime*: An advanced Bluetooth chip with reduced power draw combines with Anker’s world-renowned power technology to offer enormous playtime, even for wireless over-ear headphones. Listen for 2 hours a day for an entire month.

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Jiecan Mini Wireless Earbuds

【Portable Long Battery Life Charging Box】: Built-in 60 mAh lithium polymer battery, enjoy about up to 5 hours of premium quality Talk/Playtime (Full Charge approximately 1-2 hours), up to 120 hours standby time. The 600 mAh capacity mini portable charging case can fully recharge the wireless headphones 2-3 times, Never worry about low battery when you are in the outside all day.

【 Advanced Bluetooth V5.0 technology】: The noise cancellation technology filters ambient noise and echo, providing clear sound no matter in calls or when listening to music which makes it fit perfectly to your ear and comfortable. The ear tips are in three distinctive sizes, and we assure you to get your favorable sizes. Guaranteed to be 100% secure & stable during intense exercises such as running, climbing, riding, camping, and other active sports.

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Zumimall WiFi Video Doorbell Camera with Chime

WIRELESS & Rechargeable Battery: ZUMIMALL wi-fi wireless video doorbell takes less than 5 minutes to set up. Our doorbell camera is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery that allows you to place it outdoor without worrying about annoying wires. The 6600mAh battery lasts up to 2 – 5 months so that you don’t have to charge the batteries too often. (Tips: FULLY CHARGE when using it for the first time). It supports 2.4GHz WiFi, DOES NOT work with 5GHz WiFi.

KEEP YOUR SECURITY UP: Our video doorbell security camera helps you maintain safety by viewing whoever is at your door without opening it. The WiFi doorbell allows you to talk and see in real-time, no worrying about opening the door for suspicions. Live video recording can be activated right after a detected human motion, and be recorded locally in the SD Card or to the cloud (Optional). Quick alerts will be sent to your phone as well. Never miss visitors or suspicious even when you are on the go.

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Neewer Ring Light Kit

Kit includes: (1)18″/48cm Outer 55W 5500K LED Ring Light+(1)61″/155cm Light Stand+(1)Soft Tube+(1)White and Orange Color Filter Set+(1)Ball Head Hot Shoe Adapter+(1)Universal Power Adapter with Plug+(1)Smart Phone Holder+(1)Carrying Bag for Ring Light

Dimmable 18″/48cm Outer 55W 5500K 240 Pieces LED bulbs with a wide dimming range from 1%-100%. Special LED SMD design, lightweight and portable

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Conico Outdoor Security Camera

Large Capacity Battery & Enhanced Antenna: Outdoor camera has a built-in 10400mAh battery, which can be used for 3-6 months (awaked 1500 times) after being fully charged. Upgraded enhanced antenna wifi camera with advanced wireless antennas to receive stronger wifi signals. (Only supports 2.4GHz, not support 5g wifi)

PIR Motion Detection & Two Way Audio: Surveillance camera adopted PIR sensors with flexible motion sensitivity to avoid false alarms caused by insects. You will receive a notification on your phone once any movement of human is detected. Built-in microphones and speakers allow you to communicate with people in front of the camera no matter where you are.

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Emolli 18 x 18 Pillow Inserts Set of 2

Packing: 1 independent zipper packaging = 2 independent vacuum packaging, Note: 1 vacuum bags contain 2 pillow cores, please reconfirm.

Pillow insert size:18″ x 18″,45 cm x 45 cm. Pillow cover a little bit smaller than 18×18 inches may reach the best performance of the insert. It is recommended to PUT IN THE DRYER, wait 15 minutes or so. You will get a perfect pillow insert. They will become very comfortable, fluffy and soft, feel like a piece of cloud.

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Kingole Flannel Fleece Microfiber Throw Blanket

SUPER SOFT & DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: This Flannel Fleece throw blanket is made using high grade 350 GSM (gram per square meter) of 100% premium microfiber polyester that is super soft, plush, and lightweight yet durable enough to provide you with long term use.

SUITABLE FOR ALL SEASONS: Also lightweight and warm enough for use in spring and summer. Available in 4 sizes, Throw/Travel (50″x60″), Twin (66″x90″), Queen (90″x90″) and King (108″x90″).

CLASSY & COZY: Kingole super soft cozy fleece throw blanket offers the right balance of comfort and style to make sure that you don’t just stay comfortable but also uplifts the look of your couch, sofa or bed.

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OneIsAll Electric Deli Meat Slicer

【SLICE YOUR FAVORITES FOOD WITH TWO BLADES】 – Equipped with two 304 stainless steel blades of the serrated blade and a non-serrated blade. Compared with other slicers, we have one more blade, which cuts cooked food and raw food more healthily, reducing the trouble of using raw food and cooked food to cross-infection.

【TRULY EASY USE & CLEAN】- Two Removable 7.5 “serrated stainless-steel blade and die-cast aluminum housing are easy to clean. The blade can be directly removed and cleaned with water, and the die-cast aluminum housing only needs to be wiped clean with a rag.

【SAFE AND SMART】- Sturdy non-slip feet, the food holder also acts as a blade guard to help keep your fingers safe. It has small spikes at the end to help keep your food in the place. On/off switch offers added safety so you can cut safely for a customized, clean slice – every time.

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Homendless Meat Thermometer with Rechargeable Battery

【Ultra-Fast Reading】Super long and slim probe provides speedy response time, ensuring the meat thermometer readout within 2-3 seconds and minimizing the puncture footprint on your food.

【Rechargeable Battery】This kitchen thermometer can last 40 days once fully recharged and finishes charging within 50 mins. Added with 5 minutes of auto-off function to reduce the power waste.

【Built-in Food Temperature】This cooking thermometer has a built-in delicious temperature guide and intelligent alarm for cooking. And allows the user to set up their own temperature in USER mode.

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Sony ICD-PX240 4GB Digital Voice Recorder

4GB, MP3, 300 mW, LCD, Black/Grey

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