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July is an exciting month for bargain hunters. Among the most anticipated sales is Amazon’s Prime Day, a 48-hour event that serves as a midyear preview for Black Friday. Expect a wide array of top-rated products at unbeatable prices, allowing you to tackle your back-to-school shopping all in one go.
However, we understand that this massive sale occurs on two consecutive weekdays, and after a long day at work, you may not want to spend hours comparing prices. Plus, with countless shoppers flocking to the site, the item you want might disappear in an instant.
Planning ahead is key, and now’s the perfect time to do just that while snagging some early savings. Prime Day officially starts next week, but the site is already buzzing with fantastic deals, and even more discounts are expected as the event approaches. Below, find everything you need to know about Prime Day 2024, from spotting fake reviews to discovering the best early deals we’ve uncovered so far.
- What Is Amazon Prime Day?
- When Is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
- How to Save More During Prime Day
- The Best Early Prime Day Deals To Shop Now
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What Is Amazon Prime Day?
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Amazon Prime Day is an annual sales extravaganza exclusively for Prime members, taking place each summer. The inaugural Prime Day was launched in 2015, coinciding with the retailer’s 20th anniversary. On July 15 of that year, the event was a resounding success, surpassing sales recorded during Amazon’s 2014 Black Friday, including about 24,000 Instant Pot pressure cookers sold.
When Is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
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