Thanksgiving is over And the Kindle Black Friday deals are here. Yes, and I mean brand new Kindle lineup of e-readers Amazon announced last month. Not only this but other wired-enabled Amazon devices are also discounted, from fireballs And Echo speaker to Ero router. If your holiday gift list includes one of these or maybe even a Fire TV Stick, you can shop (and save) now.
Updated November 29: It’s Black Friday! We have added some new deals and adjusted the prices.
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12th generation Paperwhite (8/10, Wired recommends) is ours Favorite Kindle (It was also very new, announced in October). It has all the important features that make for a great reading experience including high resolution, smooth performance, warm lighting and a large display. IPX8 Water-resistant rating. The latest version has the highest contrast ratio of any Kindle (for sharp text and images) and up to three months of battery life. It’s the thinnest ever. The signature edition is also on sale For $155 ($45 off)Which comes with auto-adjust brightness, double the storage (32 gigs), and wireless charging support.
The basic Kindle is an excellent choice for a compact and affordable e-reader. The latest 2024 model doesn’t offer many new features compared to the 2022 version, but it does have a higher contrast ratio, a 25 percent brighter front light, and a faster page-turn rate. As the smallest Kindle, it’s very comfortable to hold in one hand and travel with if you’re the type who often reads on the go. For a fun pop of color, I suggest snagging the matcha color. For under $100, you can’t go wrong with this one.
If you’re raising a bookworm, a kid-friendly Kindle makes a great gift this holiday season. Although it’s more expensive, we prefer the Paperwhite Kids because it has a larger display (which is better for reading graphic novels) and it’s waterproof so you don’t have to worry about those accidental spills. There is also the basic Kindle Kids On sale for $95 ($35 off) Which is smaller, more compact, and comes with fun covers to choose from. Both models also include six months Amazon Kids+Subscription service for age-appropriate books, and a two-year warranty.
We think Amazon’s Audible Premium is a plus Best audiobook serviceBecause it bundles a library of Audible originals, audiobooks, and podcasts with one credit per month to use on any audiobook title you like, and regular special deals and discounts. Normally, you get one month free, after which it costs $15 per month, but any non-subscriber can get three months for $1 until the end of the year. Remember that you want to keep titles purchased with credit, even after your subscription ends.– Simon Hill
Fire tablet deal
Fire Max 11 (5/10, Wired review) is the most of Amazon Powerful tablet. But its high price, especially when paired with the productivity bundle, turned us off. Now that it’s under $200, it’s a great value. Like all Fire tablets, it’s ideal if you’re into Amazon content and services. It packs good performance, a bright and sharp screen, solid speakers, and an all-metal build, plus 1080p cameras that are better than what you’ll find on the rest of Amazon’s tablets.
This Fire tablet was launched late last year but it is still the best option in the lineup, especially at this sale price. It comes with a fast octa-core processor, a large screen full HD (1080p) screen, and 3 gigabytes of RAM for smooth performance when browsing the web with multiple tabs open. It supports show mode, which turns the tablet into a Echo Show Smart Display If you set it on a stand. You’ll have a choice between 32 GB or 64 GB configurations, with a microSD card slot that can add up to 1 TB of storage on both models. If you want to use a tablet to get work done, you can buy it as well Keyboard case bundle for $100 ($90 off).
The 2024 Fire HD 8 tablet comes with only a few improvements. Amazon has increased the RAM to 3 GB (up from 2 GB), which likely added to smooth performance when using the company. New AI features. The rear camera has been upgraded to 5 megapixels (up from 2 MP). In addition, it has the same design, size, and 13-hour battery life (we hit about 11 hours in our testing) as its predecessor. You also get 32 GB or 64 GB storage options with the ability to expand up to 1 TB with a microSD card. It’s a better option if you want all the features that come with the HD 10 but in a smaller size. The display isn’t as great, but the tablet is more travel-friendly.
It is The best children’s tablet For small children. It sports all the same features as Amazon’s standard Fire tablets, but you’ll also get a tough case and a worry-free two-year warranty. If your kids accidentally break it, Amazon will replace it for free. It also comes with a free year Amazon Kids+Which gives you access to kid-friendly movies, books, apps and games. You can manage Parental controls Also on the device.
Smart speaker deals
The Fourth generation Eco (8/10, Wired recommends) holds the top spot among us The Best Alexa and Amazon Speaker Guide And it’s the best you can get for this price. The company prided itself on sound quality, digital signal processing and fidelity to deliver the best home speakers. Equipped with Amazon’s AZI neural edge processor, it does a solid job of recognizing speech. You can use it in the kitchen for timers and recipes, in your bedroom for weather and news, or in the bathroom to play music or podcasts while you’re in the shower or getting ready.
It’s a great, affordable little smart speaker that delivers powerful and robust sound. With a compact footprint, you can set it on your nightstand, side table, or bookshelf. Wired reviewer Nena Farrell says she set him up in the hallway, allowing him to ask quick questions while walking around the house. It’s often on sale for this price, but we still think it’s an amazing deal. Just know that despite being newer than the Echo (4th gen), the speaker system in the Echo Dot (5th gen) isn’t as good.
If you can’t choose between a smart speaker or a smart display, the second generation Echo Spot (7/10, Wired recommends) combines both. The half-circle display shows the time along with any alarms you’ve set. You can also use voice commands to display music, weather and calendar. There are also some customization options, with the ability to customize the watch with different face options and colors. It also has solid sound—it’s loud enough for alarms and listening to some music.
It’s Amazon’s kid-friendly speaker (roughly similar to the Echo Dot 5th generation), complete with easy-to-use parental controls that let you review activity, filter out inappropriate content, and Set time limits. You can also choose from an adorable owl or a fun dragon design. Kids can use the speaker to listen to music, help them speak, or get reminders when it’s time for dinner. It comes with a year Amazon Kids+ Also, which gives you access to thousands of Audible books, games and features. If you prefer a smart display for your child instead, there’s also the Echo Show 5 Kids On sale for $50 ($50 off).
The Echo Pop (7/10, Wired recommends) is a basic speaker that comes in fun colors like purple and teal. It doesn’t have the best sound, but it’s fine for small spaces like a dorm room or studio apartment. It’ll work fine if you’re just using it for background music or podcasts, but the main draw is that it’s affordable.
Smart display deals
The Echo Show 8 is ours Favorite smart smart display For Alexa. The 8-inch screen is the perfect size—it’s big enough for video chats, weather updates, and watching recipes, but it’s also compact enough that it won’t take up too much space on your counter or nightstand. Amazon has also added widgets, which allow you to choose three informative little squares to view on the screen. The third-gen version is more expensive than its predecessors, but that’s because it also comes with spatial audio support and a smart home hub.
If you’re looking for a smart display to control your smart home devices, the Echo Hub is the way to go. It’s meant to be mounted on a wall, but you can also place it on a stand (sold separately). You can also use it to ask Alexa questions and play music, but the speakers aren’t great. However, you can tell the Echo Hub to play music on a separate set of speakers instead. If you already have a smart home setup, this device will help streamline the experience.
Fire TV Stick Deal
If you primarily watch Amazon Prime shows and movies, the second-generation Fire Stick is the way to go Our top recommendation. You can still access major streaming apps like Netflix and Max, but a Fire TV Stick is designed for Amazon Prime content. As with the previous version, Alexa is built into the remote, there’s an “Ambient Experience” feature that displays and cycles through scenes of nature or art when you’re not using it, and you have picture- Will have access to in-picture mode. To control smart home devices or pull security camera feeds. Amazon has doubled the storage in this model to 16 GB and added support for Wi-Fi 6EFuture-proofing it a bit.
Ero router deals
Simple to install and use, Amazon’s ero net system It is easy to recommend and can act as a smart home hub with support for matterThread, and Zigbee. Tri-Band Aero Pro 6E (7/10, Wired recommends) net combines the 6-GHz band into the known 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands. It’s a great choice for busy families with lots of devices and 1 Gbps or faster connections. Performance is excellent, but the 6-GHz band is short-range. An Ero Plus subscription is expensive ($10 per month or $100 per year) but includes extensive parental controls, advanced security, ad blocking, and even a password manager and VPN service. People with smaller homes and connections up to 500 Mbps should consider it Eero 6 (3-pack) on sale for $150 ($50 off)But more heavily discounted Eero 6+ (3-pack) at $195 ($105 off) A better deal if you can afford it. – Simon Hill
If you want a top-of-the-line mesh system from Amazon’s Aero, it’s the Max 7. This tri-band system supports the latest. Wi-Fi 7 standard. Each router can cover up to 2,500 square feet, and they have four Ethernet ports, two rated at 10 Gbps and two at 2.5 Gbps. You can mix and match Eero routers, the app is very accessible, and the system is designed to be hands-off. It also boasts extensive smart home connectivity, and the optional Eero Plus subscription is expensive ($10 per month or $100 per year) but bundles parental controls, enhanced security, ad blocking, a password manager, and VPN service. Aero Max 7 (7/10, Wired review), but that’s still too much for most people and more than you need to spend unless you have a large busy family with a multi-gig internet connection. – Simon Hill
Even more deals on Amazon devices
Looking for more? We’ve got you covered. Below, we’ve rounded up some other noteworthy gadgets that are also on sale.
