The sun rises on Amazon Prime Day 2024. Emails sit unread in the inbox; a lone Alexa speaker begs its owner not to hit the snooze button on another alarm clock. in a quiet corner QAt the New York headquarters, the recommendations team is in high spirits, drinking coffee and looking for surprise discounts on the latest Dyson robot vacuums, Echo products, Kindles or Apple AirPods Pro.
So double-check your Wi-Fi connection and make sure you have enough battery life, fellow Prime members: These are the lowest-priced Amazon Prime Day deals Q Recommend what the squad really wants now – and where to catch them before they’re gone forever. Read on after the jump for our wish list and add AirTags at the link below for updates over the next two days. Probably the best thing about Prime Day is the friends we make along the way.
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7 Prime Day Editor’s Picks That Are Worth Your Money
Ian Burke, Senior Business Editor
Gymreapers Weightlifting Belts
I used to be a firm believer that you should only lift as much weight as you can hold, and you had to earn The second heavy dumbbell in order to lift it. Then I got smarter. When your back inevitably becomes stronger than your hands, weight lifting straps are the logical next step. Tricked you out though I always play a bunch of Crocker Boat games regular Rowing to an alarming degree because you can barely hold the dumbbells is a) no fun and b) a great way to do it without really hurting your lats and upper back. I often forget to put my straps next to a bench or rack, so these reliable, affordable, and heavily discounted straps from Gymreapers go right into my cart as a spare pair. If you also want a full, stacked, juicy, and dense taste, this is a great investment.
Reebok Unisex Club C 85 sneakers
If you ask me, you can never have enough white sneakers – in fact, you should have at least three pairs: an original pair for dressing up, if you’re so inclined; an old pair of shoes that can be paired with jeans, if you like; and a pair of dingy, never-unleashed hand beaters that you can quickly slip your feet into before heading to the deli for a beer and a sandwich.
Snowman Rambler
I’ve worked in the food and alcohol space for many years and if there’s one brand that deserves a lot of hype, it’s Yeti. Not only are their products functional, they look great on your countertops and are available in a variety of colors to match any kitchen aesthetic. The only problem is that their products are a bit pricey, which is why I snapped up this Rambler during the Prime Day sale.
Scotch Porter Conditioning Beard Balm
When you’re somewhere between a full beard and a full red-blonde beard, a little product can make all the difference and help you achieve the illusion of a full beard. While I wish my beard looked effortlessly lumberjack-like, I unfortunately tend toward the latter, which is why I stock up on this beard balm from Scotch Porter. It won’t provide much hold, but it will make your facial hair look fuller and healthier, which is always a good thing.
Avidan Grossman, Senior Business Editor
Glad trash bags (110 pieces)
Here’s a useless message for you: Garbage bags always have a “Bad Bunny” number on Prime Day. Look it up—and robot vacuums and last year’s AirPods and trash bags (no, literally) trash bag) regularly tops the Amazon bestseller list every time it is released. I don’t know why. Perhaps the dumpster-fire nature of the event made people so thoroughly sickened that they felt compelled to abandon their earthly possessions in a sudden burst of monkish asceticism. Maybe the abundance of bargains is just too overwhelming and they’re forced to clear out all the junk they bought last time to make room for this year’s big haul. Maybe they’ve figured out what I realized this morning: with just a few clicks, 100 Febreze Enhanced Trash Bags (extra leak protection!) can be delivered to my door this weekend, saving me money Going to countless bleary-eyed shuffles to the grocery store in the process. (If the prices for the exotic snacks my grocery store sells are any indication, their business isn’t suffering.) Oh, hi, thanks for checking in: I’m still a piece of shit.
Lee Classic Rider Jacket
Lee has been selling a version of the Rider jacket since the late 1940s, but the silhouette hasn’t changed much since. (I purchased a ’70s riff from Front General a few years ago, but there are plenty of similar options online.) If you plan on wearing it yourself, make sure it fits a little more than you’re used to; mine Positioned a few inches above your natural waist, it feels just right. The color is fading, the sleeves are frayed, the pockets barely function and I wouldn’t change a thing.
Wrigley 5 Spearmint Gum (10 Pack)
After letting my jaw rest for about ten years, I started chewing gum again. Let me tell you: it was an absolute blast. Since I last started this habit, the gum market has been flooded with weird flavors and poor oral health promises, but my top choice remains pure American spearmint. It’s crisp, refreshing, and doesn’t draw dirty looks when I’m working on a bunch of stuff at the office. Chewing gum may or may not be good for you—and it does get a little gross—but the simple pleasure of stuffing your cheeks with as much gum as possible is worth every snicker. Next up: Summon the courage to become the Toothpick Man.
Tyler Chin, deputy business editor
Philips Sonicare Genuine G3 Advanced Gum Care Replacement Toothbrush Head
I use every Prime Day to stock up on essentials, from face wash to trash bags (I see you, Avidan). I rarely find replacement brush heads for my Sonicare toothbrush on APD. Sure, there are a bunch of non-Philips brush heads for sale, but when the name-brand versions actually drop in price, well, I notice. I’m working on a four-pack that will last me all year, just enough to last me until next Prime Day.
Dyson supersonic hair dryer
Is Dyson’s Supersonic really the holy grail of hair dryers? Who knows! The only way to find out is to test it yourself. I blow-dry my hair almost every day (for styling purposes), and since I don’t use a heat protector, I’m pretty sure I’m just frying my hair follicles. Supersonic avoids the use of high temperatures, allowing hair to dry faster and with less damage. Plus, it looks really cool, and (hopefully) it makes my hair look cooler, too.
Hatch Restore 2 Daily Alarm Clock
I’m not a morning person. Nothing scares me more than opening my eyes and rolling out of bed in the morning. Because I’m a heavy sleeper and love to hit “snooze,” I tend to set at least five alarms in the morning, all of them on full blast. I’ve heard that the sunrise alarm clock is supposed to help you wake up more easily and calmly without the blaring alarm, and Hatch Restore has gotten some good reviews. Hopefully it will cure the Seasonal Affective Disorder I suffer from every year.
Michael Nolledo, Deputy Commercial Director
Nervous fuzzy electric cooker
My whole family has this electric cooker. my brother. my parents. Uncles and aunts. That’s enough for me. And: I had the rice from Neuro Fuzzy and it was delicious. I also saw how easy it was to make rice with it, and the delightful little tune the rice made as it cooked. Please note that this is not necessarily the lowest price I have seen for a Neuro. It usually hovers around $200 year-round, but if you’re like me and believe rice is life, it’s still a good choice.
Dreamegg portable sound machine
Once you log enough miles, you’ll know if a good break can be the difference between a great trip and a great one. If counting sheep calmly or anything people do to get a good night’s sleep doesn’t work for you, can I direct your intrusive thoughts to the soothing hum of a sound machine? I like this one from Dreamegg. I forgot mine on a trip to Maine last summer and it was time to pick it up again.
Lacoste long-sleeved pique polo shirt
Luxurious knitted Polo shirts were once popular, and classic and standard pique mesh Polo shirts were also popular. Now is the time. If you’re a regular reader of our articles, you’ll know our love for ol’ polo crocodile, and the long-sleeve version is a no-brainer for colder weather. Simple, quiet, classic, and affordable.
Ali Finney, Deputy Commercial Director
GE Nugget Ice Maker
I don’t want a bit of snow this Christmas, but I want a lot of ice – in the lumpy kind.
Roborock Qrevo S sweeping and mopping robot
I want everything in my life to be on autopilot, but there’s nothing left to do except take care of my floors, which are always covered with ground up cereal and various other toddler messes.
sonos arc
My choices have gone from a list of things I want to buy to a list of things I desperately want, including this Sonos Arc soundbar so I can hear Miss Rachel and Elmo more clearly.
Martin Mulkeen, Global Commercial Category Director
Cole Haan Pinch Penny Loafers
No, they’re not majestic, but trust me, even the pickiest layabout can’t tell the difference. If you’re looking for a Wide, Cole Haan has you covered (but I haven’t been able to find a Weejun in a 3E in 15 years).
Comfortable Color Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Best fashion move I’ve made since becoming a dad? Embrace the black tee. It’s neutral, slim, and doesn’t show its age—or the hangover of avocado hands—like white does. CC is a perennial plant Q Favorite and recommend All-Stars for good reason: a boxy-but-not-too-boxy fit that’s soft like a beloved break-in T-shirt (rather than a pre-designed athleisure Instagram ad-like) softness), and a medium length suitable for pleating or not.
