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October Prime Big Deal Days 2026: Best Wearable Deals on Apple Watch, Garmin, AirPods, and More
Amazon's October Prime Big Deal Days 2026 are here with massive discounts on wearables. Highlights include the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Garmin's Venu and Fenix watches, AirPods Pro 3, and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Here are the picks worth checking.
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days October 6–7: What to Expect on Wearables Including Apple Watch, AirPods, and Garmin
Amazon confirms Prime Big Deal Days for October 6–7 with member-exclusive deals across smartwatches, earbuds, smart rings, and fitness trackers. Early deals are already live on select Garmin and Samsung wearables. New deal drops land three times daily during the 48-hour event.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Ship Tomorrow: Final Pre-Order Deals Before Launch Day
Apple Watch Series 12 ($399) and Ultra 4 ($799) arrive in stores and on doorsteps tomorrow, September 18. Pre-orders are still open, Best Buy offers up to $325 in trade-in credit, and previous-gen Series 11 and Ultra 3 models remain on sale as alternatives.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Pre-Order Discounts Expand on Amazon Before Friday Launch
Amazon is taking Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 pre-orders ahead of Friday's September 18 launch. The Series 12 lists at $399 and the Ultra 4 at $799. Best Buy offers up to $325 in enhanced trade-in credit.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Pre-Order Deals: Best Buy Offers Up to $325 Off Via Enhanced Trade-In
Best Buy is running enhanced trade-in offers on Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 pre-orders, with up to $325 in Best Buy trade-in credit for an eligible Apple Watch. Combined with the previous-gen Series 11 as a fallback, buyers have multiple paths to saving on the new generation ahead of September 18 launch.
Apple Watch Series 12 Pre-Orders Live on Amazon as Series 11 Gets Discounted
The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are now available for pre-order at Amazon, Best Buy, and Apple.com. The Series 12 starts at $399 in aluminum (Space Gray, Black, Light Gold, Bronze) and $699 in titanium (Radiant Gold, Natural). Meanwhile, the Series 11 is still on sale (check the current price on Amazon).
Garmin Fenix 8 Discounted After Fenix 9 Launch — Should You Buy the Older Model?
The Garmin Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Pro were discounted following the Fenix 9 launch (check the current prices on Amazon). Garmin has confirmed nearly all Fenix 9 software features will come to the Fenix 8 via firmware updates, making the older model a strong value play.
Apple Back-to-School Wearable Deals: AirPods Pro 3, Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 — Buy Now or Wait?
Apple's back-to-school promotion runs through August 27, driving the best current wearable prices of the summer. AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4 ANC, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 are all part of the promotion across Amazon, Best Buy, and Apple Store.
AirPods 4 ANC and AirPods Pro 3 Discounted — Best August Earbud Deals
Apple's AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 3 are both discounted (check the current prices on Amazon). With Apple expected to announce AirPods Pro 4 and possibly AirPods Ultra at its September event, current models are hitting aggressive price points.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 Clearance on Amazon Ahead of the Ultra 4 Launch: Is It Worth Buying?
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on clearance (check the current price on Amazon); its original retail price was $799. The clearance comes as Apple prepares to launch the Apple Watch Ultra 4 at its September event. The Ultra 2 still offers a titanium case, 36-hour battery life, cellular connectivity, and the same S9 chip as the Series 9, making it a compelling value for buyers who don't need the latest model.
Pixel Watch 5 On Sale August 20: Best Launch-Day Deals Include Free Watch With Pixel 11 Pro Fold
The Pixel Watch 5 goes on sale August 20, and launch-day deals are already live. Amazon is bundling a free Pixel Watch 5 ($399 value) with every Pixel 11 Pro Fold preorder. T-Mobile is offering the watch for $5.55/month with Watch Plan Plus 2.0. Google Store offers up to $400 in trade-in credit. These promotions run through August 27.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen Drop Back on Amazon (check the current price) — Matching Prime Day Low
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen are back on Amazon (check the current price) across all five colorways, matching their Prime Day price. The list price is $299 for what SoundGuys calls the 'best-sounding earbuds available.' The deal comes just days after the QuietComfort 2nd Gen over-ear headphones began shipping at $359.
AirPods Pro 3 Are Discounted on Amazon — Best Non-Prime Day Price of 2026
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are on sale at Amazon (check the current price). The list price is $249. February 2026's brief $184 dip and the $169 Prime Day 2026 deal were lower. With AirPods Ultra rumored for September, check the current price before the next generation arrives.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Samsung.com Trade-In Offers — Best Post-Launch Deals for August 2026
With the Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 now shipping, post-launch deals have replaced pre-order promotions. Samsung.com's trade-in program brings the Ultra 2 ($699 list price) to $449 on Samsung.com with an eligible trade, while the Galaxy Watch 9 starts at $129 on Samsung.com with trade-in. Amazon's pre-order gift card deals have expired, but Samsung.com trade-in values remain strong through August.
Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 Hit Stores Tomorrow — Amazon Gift Card Deals Expire Tonight
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 ($379) and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 ($699) officially launch on August 7. Amazon's preorder bonus — $50 gift card with the Watch 9 and $100 with the Ultra 2 — expires when general stock ships. Early preorder deliveries are already in customers' hands with positive feedback on the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip and Vitals dashboard. Last chance to get the preorder gift cards.
Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 Amazon Gift Card Deals Expire This Week — Last Chance Before August 7 Ship Date
Amazon's preorder bonus for the Galaxy Watch 9 ($50 gift card) and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 ($100 gift card) ends when the watches ship on August 7. With 4 days left, here's what the preorder gift cards add — and whether you should grab it or wait for Pixel Watch 5 on August 12.
Galaxy Watch 9 & Ultra 2 Preorder Deal: Amazon Offering Up to $100 Gift Card Before August 7 Ship Date
Amazon is offering a free $50 gift card with Galaxy Watch 9 preorders ($379) and a free $100 gift card with Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 preorders ($699). The deal ends August 6, the day before both watches begin shipping. Samsung.com offers equivalent store credits plus up to $250 in trade-in savings. This is the last chance to get a bonus with either Samsung watch before retail availability.
Fitbit Summer Sale Ends Today: Every Wearable Discounted Plus Free 2-Day Shipping
Fitbit's summer sale ends July 30, with a discount on every wearable in the lineup. The Fitbit Air ($99), Charge 6, Inspire 3, and Versa 5 are all discounted, plus free 2-day shipping on orders over $50 with code SPLASH. This is the last day to grab these prices before the sale closes.
Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Discounted at Woot — Samsung's Flagship Earbuds Deal Runs Until August 1
Samsung's flagship Galaxy Buds 4 Pro ($249.99 list price) are discounted at Woot. The international model comes with a 90-day Woot warranty. Free shipping is available for Amazon Prime members. The deal runs until August 1.
Best Buy Black Friday in July: AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Max 2 Deals — Ends Sunday
Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale wraps up Sunday July 26, and the wearable deals are some of the best since Prime Day. AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Max 2 and AirPods 4 are all discounted at Best Buy. Here is which ones are worth buying before the fall refresh.
Apple Watch Series 11 Drops to Record-Low on Amazon (check the current price) Immediately After Galaxy Watch 9 Launch
The Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) was discounted from its $399 list price (check the current price on Amazon). The discount appeared within hours of Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 launch at $379.99, suggesting competitive pressure. With the Apple Watch Series 12 expected in September, buyers face a classic buy-now-or-wait decision.
Samsung Unpacked 2 Days Away: Last Chance to Reserve $30 Credit and Up to $1,200 Trade-In Before July 22 Pre-Orders
With Samsung Unpacked just two days away on July 22 in London, the pre-order strategy window is closing. Samsung.com reservations are still open for a $30 accessory credit with no obligation. Trade-in values of up to $1,200 are available during the pre-order window. Skipping trade-in gets $200 Samsung credit toward watches, buds, or accessories. Pre-orders open immediately after the 9AM EDT keynote, with shipping starting August 6.
Garmin Venu Sq 2 Clearance Hints at an Imminent Successor
The Garmin Venu Sq 2 ($250 list price) is on clearance at Amazon. The clearance appears to be ahead of new Garmin launches — the Fenix 9, Enduro 4, and potentially a Venu Sq 3 are all expected in the second half of 2026. Garmin's CEO confirmed a Fenix 9 launch in H2 2026.
Samsung Opens Unpacked Reservations: $30 Credit and Up to $1,230 in Savings on Galaxy Watch 9, Ultra 2, and Galaxy Glasses
Samsung has opened pre-order reservations for all devices launching at the July 22 Unpacked event, including the Galaxy Watch 9, Watch Ultra 2, and Galaxy Glasses. Reserving provides a $30 Samsung credit at pre-order, plus up to $1,230 in total savings through trade-in offers and accessory bundles. The promotion also includes a sweepstakes for ten $500 Samsung.com gift cards.
Samsung Sweetens Galaxy XR UK Launch With Free £665 Explorer Pack — 12 Months of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, and More
Samsung is bundling a free Explorer Pack worth over £665 with every Galaxy XR purchased in the UK, including 12 months of Google AI Pro, YouTube Premium, Google Play Pass, Calm Premium, Adobe Project Pulsar, and two immersive experiences. Samsung UK's additional launch promotions include discounted controllers and travel case, plus a bundle discount on the headset when bought with a Galaxy phone.
July 4th 2026 Wearable Deals: AirPods 4, Bose Refurbished Sale, Meta Quest 3S Flash Sale
The best July 4th weekend deals are live: AirPods 4 on Amazon, Bose certified refurbished headphones and earbuds on Bose's own store, and Meta Quest 3S in Meta's Summer Flash Sale through July 24. Here's what to grab before prices bounce back.
Prime Day 2026 Wrap-Up: Every Major Wearable Deal That Happened and What to Buy Now
Amazon Prime Day 2026 ended at 11:59 PM PT on June 26 after four days of deals. The event covered nearly every major wearable — Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Pro 3, Oura Ring 4, and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra. Here's the full recap and what to buy now.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Discounted for Prime Day — Should You Buy Before Ultra 2 Arrives?
Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra was discounted for Prime Day 2026 (check the current price on Amazon); its retail price is $649. With the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 confirmed for July 22 Unpacked, this may be the best deal on the current model before it's replaced.
Prime Day 2026 Final Day: All Wearable Deals End Tonight at 11:59 PM PT — Last Chance to Buy
Amazon Prime Day 2026 ends tonight (June 26) at 11:59 PM PT. Every wearable deal tracked over four days — Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Pro 3, Oura Ring 4, Garmin Epix Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra — expires at midnight. New final-hour deals are still dropping, so check back before the clock runs out.
Prime Day 2026 Day 3: Garmin Epix Pro, Oura Ring 4 and Fitbit Deals Join Apple Watch and AirPods
Day 3 of Amazon Prime Day 2026 (June 25) brings fresh deal drops and restocks. Highlights: Garmin Epix Pro, Oura Ring 4 Gold and Fitbit Charge 6 join the sale, while Apple Watch Series 11, AirPods Pro 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 hold at their Day 1 deal prices. New deals drop at 12 AM, 8 AM, and 1 PM PT.
Oura Ring 4 Discounted for Prime Day: Every Color on Sale as the Ring 5 Arrives
The Oura Ring 4 is discounted during Prime Day 2026 across Gold, Silver, Black, Brushed Silver and Stealth finishes. All sizes and finishes are on sale at Amazon through June 26. This comes just three weeks after the Oura Ring 5 launched at $399.
Garmin Prime Day 2026: Nearly Every Watch Discounted — Fenix 8 Pro, Forerunner 970, Venu 4 and More
Garmin watches are broadly discounted for Prime Day. The Fenix 8 Pro, Forerunner 970, Forerunner 265, Venu 4, and Instinct 3 AMOLED are all part of the sale. Deals run through June 26.
AirPods Max 2 Prime Day 2026 Deal: Should You Buy Apple's Over-Ear Headphones Now?
Apple's AirPods Max 2 were discounted for Prime Day 2026 (check the current price on Amazon) in all five colors, making Apple's best headphones more accessible than ever.
Prime Day 2026 Day 1 Live: AirPods Max 2, Garmin Watches and Every Apple Watch Discounted
Amazon Prime Day 2026 is officially live (June 23–26). Day 1 highlights: AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3, every Apple Watch model, and a wide range of Garmin watches are discounted. New deals drop three times daily at 12 AM, 8 AM, and 1 PM PT.
Prime Day 2026 Eve Deals: Apple Watch Series 11 Titanium, Oura Ring 4 and Galaxy Watch Ultra Discounted
With Prime Day starting tomorrow (June 23–26), last-minute deals are stacking up. The Apple Watch Series 11 Titanium, the Oura Ring 4 Silver and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra are all discounted (check the current prices on Amazon).
AirPods Pro 3 Discounted Before Prime Day 2026: Should You Buy Now or Wait?
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 were discounted ahead of Prime Day 2026 (June 23–26); check the current price on Amazon. Their retail price is $249, and stock has been fluctuating.
Prime Day 2026 Deals Tracker (June 18): Garmin Enduro 3, Fenix 8 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Discounted
Five days before Prime Day officially starts, new wearable deals continue dropping. The Garmin Enduro 3, Garmin Fenix 8 and Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2 are discounted, and Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are on sale at Woot. All existing deals from June 16 remain active.
Prime Day 2026 Wearable Deals Tracker: AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (June 16 Update)
With Prime Day starting June 23, early wearable deals continue to expand. Here's every confirmed deal as of June 16: AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch Series 11, Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, Bose QC Ultra Earbuds, and Pixel Watch 3.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 Discounted Ahead of Prime Day — Buy Now or Wait?
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Black Titanium/Black Ocean Band) is discounted (check the current price on Amazon). With Prime Day starting June 23, this early deal on Apple's flagship smartwatch arrives just in time for Father's Day and may not go much lower during the official sale.
Prime Day 2026 Early Wearable Deals: Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Amazon Prime Day 2026 officially starts June 23, but early wearable deals are already live. Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3, Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and Apple Watch Series 11 are all discounted. Here's every deal worth grabbing before the official event.
AirPods Pro 3 Discounted at Walmart Ahead of Prime Day June 23 — Is This the Time to Buy?
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have hit $179 at Walmart — check the current price on Amazon. That Walmart price is $70 off the $249 retail price, and most analysts expected a deal like this around Prime Day. With the official event starting June 23, this may be one of the better buying windows in 2026.
Apple Watch Series 11 Discounted Ahead of Prime Day — Best Buy Matching Through Sunday
The Apple Watch Series 11 is discounted across multiple GPS aluminum models (check the current price on Amazon). Best Buy is matching the discount through its Apple Shopping Event this weekend, ahead of Prime Day on June 23.
AirPods Pro 3 Discounted at Amazon, Verizon, and Costco
AirPods Pro 3 are discounted at Amazon (check the current price), with Verizon and Costco matching. The deal arrives one week before Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8.
Oura Ring 5 for $199? Amex Platinum's $200 Credit Makes It Possible
American Express Platinum cardholders can apply their annual $200 Oura credit to the new Ring 5, dropping the effective price from $399 to $199. The credit covers hardware purchases at ouraring.com and resets each calendar year.
Memorial Day 2026: Best Wearable Deals on AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11 and Bose
Memorial Day 2026 brings strong wearable deals. AirPods Pro 3 are discounted at Amazon (check the current price), with Verizon and Costco matching. Apple Watch Series 11 and Bose QC Ultra Earbuds 2 are also on sale. Here's everything worth buying.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen Are Discounted on Amazon — All 5 Colors on Sale
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen are discounted again in all five color options (check the current price on Amazon). With best-in-class ANC and aptX Adaptive hi-res audio, this is one of the best earbuds deals of May 2026.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 Is Discounted Again on Amazon
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is discounted again on Amazon from its $799 MSRP (check the current price). The deal covers the 49mm titanium model with GPS + Cellular.
XREAL One Pro Gets a Permanent List Price Cut to $599, Down From Its $769 Launch Price
XREAL permanently drops the One Pro AR glasses from $649 to $599, matching earlier promotional pricing. The cut coincides with Viture Beast's upcoming launch at $549 and a major 3D software update.
AirPods Pro 3 Discounted Again at Amazon — Now with Heart Rate Monitoring
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are discounted again (check the current price on Amazon). Features include 2x better ANC, heart rate sensing, hearing aid functionality, and Live Translation.
Renewed Pixel Watch 3 45mm Is Available on Amazon Below Its Original Price
A renewed 45mm Google Pixel Watch 3 Wi-Fi is available on Amazon (check the current price); the original retail price was $349.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen Discounted on Amazon — All Colors
Amazon is offering the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen at a discount from the $299 list price across all five colors — deep plum, desert gold, midnight violet, white smoke, and black. This is the first major deal on the 2nd Gen model.
Pixel Watch 4 LTE Discounted on Amazon with 2 Years of Free Google Fi Data
The 45mm Google Pixel Watch 4 LTE is discounted with 2 years of Google Fi data and texting included (check the current price on Amazon). The deal runs through June 1, 2026.
Samsung Galaxy Ring Open-Box Deal at Best Buy: $108 in Excellent Condition
Best Buy has open-box Galaxy Ring units in excellent condition from $108 at Best Buy, against a $399 list price. The deal comes as Samsung's patent battle with Oura continues.
Apple Watch Ultra 3 Gets Its First Major 2026 Discount: Should You Buy Before Ultra 4?
Check the current Amazon price for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 (list price $799) in select colorways — the first meaningful discount of 2026 on Apple's rugged flagship smartwatch.
Ray-Ban Meta Gen 1 Smart Glasses Discounted at Amazon and Best Buy — Worth It Over Gen 2?
Amazon and Best Buy have discounted the first-gen Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses ($299 list price). Here's what you get and whether Gen 1 still makes sense next to Gen 2.
Amazon Big Spring Sale: Best Smartwatch & Wearable Deals Right Now (April 2026)
Amazon's Big Spring Sale has hit wearables hard — Apple Watch Series 10 is down $80, Pixel Watch 3 is at a record-low $219, and Galaxy Watch Ultra is discounted for the first time this year.
Meta Quest 3S Price Drop: Is Now the Time to Buy?
The Meta Quest 3S ($299 list price) is discounted at a verified live seller, making the 128GB model one of the best-value VR headsets right now.
Best Smart Glasses Deals This Week (March 17–23)
Our roundup of the best deals on smart glasses, earbuds, and wearables for the week of March 17, 2026.