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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is coming on Oct. 7 and Oct. 8, and I can't wait to upgrade my favorite device… my tablet! You’ll always find me with it, catching up on shows while commuting, tackling work tasks at home, or even pretending to jot down ideas between meetings. Tablets aren’t just portable computers. They offer vibrant displays, seamless performance, and solid battery life to keep up with your daily activities. With early discounts already rolling out on brands like Samsung, Apple, and Lenovo, it feels like Christmas has come early. Keep an eye out here for the latest deals.
Samsung Tablet Deals
Samsung’s Galaxy Tab A9 Plus is making waves with its big 11-inch display and surprisingly rich quad speakers. Its upgraded chipset allows multitasking, and we know it won’t slow you down. Its slim and light design makes it easy to just throw it in a bag for on-the-go use. PCMag expert Iyaz Akhtar gave this one an “Excellent” rating in his review and praised it for its advanced productivity tasks as well as entertainment. Right now, it's priced at $156.78, down 29% from $220. With such a strong value proposition, you should go for it.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ is the one to get if you want a big display and lots of power. It has a bright 13.1" 90Hz display, snappy Exynos 1580 chip, and S Pen support for all your doodles and scribbles. It’s got IP68 water and dust resistance, a giant 10,090 mAh battery, AKG quad speakers, smart AI tools, and a 13MP camera for solid pics and scans. Our expert, Iyaz Akhtar, rated it "Excellent" in his review, for its large display and impressive performance. Right now, it's at $579.99, an 11% discount on the original price of $650. A sweet deal for a sweet product.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a student-friendly tablet that doubles as a solid all-around device. The 10.4-inch display is big enough for streaming or multitasking, and the included S Pen makes note-taking and sketching feel super smooth. Its battery life goes long, and you can expand the storage if 64GB isn’t enough. Our expert, Sascha Segan, praised it in his 2020 review and pointed out how it balances performance and price without cutting corners. It’s down to $209.95 from $330 (a whole 36% off), which makes it an easy pick if you need a reliable tablet that works for both class and chill time.
Apple iPad Deals
The Apple iPad Air with the M3 chip needs no description. It is built for power users who want sharp visuals and a silky smooth experience. Its Liquid Retina display is bright and colorful, and the powerful M3 chip handles demanding apps with extreme ease. With 128GB of storage and capable 12MP cameras, this tablet is rated “Excellent” in this review by our expert, Eric Zeman. Right now, it's priced at $449, a solid 25% off the usual $600 price. Just get one before this deal disappears.
The 11-inch iPad gives you that classic Apple vibe without the premium price tag. That screen is super crisp, the A16 processor just flies, and having Center Stage in your video calls makes sure you are always seen. I’m always surprised by how light it feels, and 128GB of storage just means more room for all your random downloads. Our expert rated it “Excellent” in his review, and called it the most affordable iPad yet! Right now, it’s at a 14% discount for $299 (it’s usually $349). Highly recommend this one.
The Apple iPad Air 13” is the one to grab for big screen for doodling, binge watching, or taking notes. Its M3 chip is super quick to handle all that multitasking, and the colors on the Liquid Retina display look awesome. With 128GB storage, you can load up plenty of apps and photos. Our expert rated it "Excellent" for its upgraded performance from its predecessor, in his review. Right now, it's at $649, 19% off from its original price of $799. Need I say more?
The Apple iPad Pro 11” is a powerhouse if you want a screen that pops and pro-level speed. It's got a crazy sharp Ultra Retina XDR OLED screen, M4 chip that’s way faster than you probably need, and 256GB for all the big files and apps. Its 12MP camera is great for FaceTime, and yeah, Face ID is handy when your hands are full. No wonder our expert rated it "Excellent" and called it a highly capable tablet with enough storage for a lifetime in his 2024 review. Right now, it's available at $899, a 10% discount from the original $999 price tag. Time to go pro with this tablet!
Lenovo Tablet Deals
For simple browsing, reading, and streaming, the Lenovo Tab M9 does its job right. Its 9-inch HD screen is compact but clear enough for your everyday tasks. Running Android 12, this no-frills tablet stays responsive enough for casual use. Our expert, Dave LeClair, did an in-depth analysis of the Lenovo tablet in his review and highlighted its features, especially being so affordable. Right now, it's priced at $129.99, which is 13% off its original $150 price. For everyday casual users, it's a good fit.
The Lenovo Tab Plus is a wish granted for easy going users. Its got a crisp 11.5" 2K screen, and 8 JBL speakers which crank out thumping sound. Its 8GB RAM, and Helio G99 processor keeps things moving, and 256GB storage plus microSD means you'll never run out of space. Our expert gave it an "Excellent" rating in his 2024 review, for its above average battery performance, and bang for buck performance. Right now, it's available for $239, a 9% discount on its original price of $262. It's a stress free tablet at a stress free price.
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Amazon Tablet Deals
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is such an easy grab if you want a big, bright screen and don’t wanna spend a ton. Its 11-inch 2K display seems tailor-made for Netflix. You get snappy performance, a fingerprint sensor, and it’s got a really solid metal build that makes it feel super premium. Our expert rated it “Excellent” in his review for its vibrant display and upgraded design. Right now it’s down to $139.99, which is a sweet 39% off on the usual $229.99 price. Now that is a wild deal!
I gotta say, for a tablet that’s under eighty bucks, the Amazon Fire HD 10 is really hard to beat. Its 10.1-inch Full HD screen is great for bingeing stuff in bed, the speakers are actually solid (not tiny and sad like some cheap tablets), and it’s speedy enough for everyday use. Plus, that battery lasts way longer than any of our attention span. Our expert, Sarah Lord, rated this tablet “Excellent” in her review, for its surprisingly solid build quality. Right now, it’s available for $79.99 which is a massive 56% discount from it’s original $179.99 price tag. Just buy it and thank me later.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is about as easy as it gets for a budget tablet. The 8-inch screen is sharp enough for streaming, it’s light to carry around, and the 32GB of storage handles your apps and downloads without stress. It’s built for entertainment first, but still runs smooth enough for casual tasks. Our full review breaks it down in detail, but at $54.99 (45% off the usual $100), it’s one of those deals that’s really tough to overthink.
Google Tablet Deals
The Google Pixel Tablet keeps it simple and smart. Its 10.95" LCD is bright enough for videos, and the Tensor G2 chip makes everything super smooth, even with lots of apps open. You get 8GB RAM, up to 256GB storage, a charging speaker dock that boosts sound, quad speakers for loud music, and 8MP cams for calls. With a battery runtime of 12 hours unplugged, and intuitive Google Home controls earned it a solid review by our expert. Right now, it's available for $328, a 18% discount on the original $400 price tag. A worthy contender in the tablet wars.
OnePlus Tablet Deals
The OnePlus Pad 3 is made for anyone who wants a tablet that’s fast and seriously fun for games or streaming. This baby has a big 13.2" 3.4K display at 144Hz, Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU, up to 16GB RAM, Wi-Fi 7, a massive 12,140mAh battery, and quad speakers for punchy sound. It runs Android 15 and has a 13MP rear and 8MP front cam for crystal clear video calls. It's no surprise that this tablet got an "Excellent" rating in our expert's review. Right now, it's available for $600.99, which is a 14% discount on its original price of $699.99. Get one for you, and your plus one!
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