Amazon is running a huge sale on Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and smart home devices for the holidays
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Though Black Friday and Cyber Monday have already passed, Amazon is still running deals on its many devices, including Kindle e-readers, Echo speakers, and Fire TV sticks.
Many of the deals aren't quite as good as the ones from a few weeks ago, but you can still save a significant amount by shopping these gift options now before prices go back up. There are a couple devices, like the Blink XT 3-Camera System, or the Fire TV Stick two-pack, that are actually being sold at their lowest prices yet.
Whether your recipient loves reading, gaming, or watching shows, there's an Amazon device - and a holiday deal - to go along with their interest. If their entertainment needs have already been met, you can give the gift of peace of mind with a new security camera system, or help them set up a smart home with a smart plug.
Below, we've rounded up all the holiday Amazon device deals you can take advantage of just in time for the gift-giving season. We've also provided easy comparisons among options within the same family so you don't waste time going back and forth between pages trying to distinguish their differences.
If you want to read up on Amazon's complete portfolio of devices, check out this ultimate guide. Otherwise, start shopping below.
Looking for more gift ideas? Check out all of Insider Picks' holiday gift guides for 2018 here.
Many Echo devices are on sale, from the simple Echo Dot to the features-packed Echo Show. Each one uses Alexa to accomplish any number of tasks, from answering questions to reordering supplies on Amazon. Depending on your budget and preferences, you'll probably prefer one model over another. Here's a quick comparison:
- Echo Dot (2nd generation), $19.99 (originally $39.99) [You save $20]: A small, compact way to add Alexa to any room.
- NEW Echo Dot (3rd Gen), $29.99 (originally $49.99) [You save $20]: A small, compact way to add Alexa to any room. 70% louder than the 2nd generation and a new fabric design.
- Echo Dot Kids Edition, $49.99 (originally $69.99) [You save $20]: Features a kid-friendly version of Alexa, parental controls, and a year of FreeTime Unlimited (Amazon's educational content subscription).
- Echo (2nd Gen) $69.99 (originally $99.99) [You save $30]: All the functionalities of the Echo Dot, but with room-filling dual speakers.
- NEW Echo Plus (2nd generation), $119.99 (originally $149.99) [You save $30]: A taller Echo, with a built-in hub to help you easily set up other smart home devices.
- Echo Spot, 99.99 (originally $129.99) [You save $30]: Has a small screen to let you video-chat, watch videos, and see content at a glance. Save $100 and buy 2 Echo Spots for $159.98 (originally $259.98).
- NEW Echo Show (2nd Gen), $179.99 (originally $229.99) [You save $50]: Combines the speaker quality of the Echo and Echo Plus with the visual capabilities of the Echo Spot. Has a larger 10-inch HD display and eight mic array than the 1st generation model.
- Echo Look, $49.99 (originally $199.99) [You save $150]: A style assistant that helps you discover, decide on, and share looks.
Fire tablets are optimized for the best portable entertainment experience, whether you like to watch movies or play games. There are three main types, and the number refers to the display size. All are available in bright colors and have high-quality video recording features, so their main differences come down to resolution, storage size, battery life, and audio capabilities. The following tablets are on sale:
- Fire 7 Kids, $69.99 (originally $99.99) [You save $30]: 1024 x 600 (171 ppi) resolution, built-in Alexa function, 16 GB storage, eight-hour battery life, mono speaker. Includes one year of FreeTime Unlimited, two-year worry-free guarantee, and a kid-proof case.
- Fire HD 8 Kids 2-Pack, $149.98 (originally $259.98) [You save $110]: 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) resolution, built-in Alexa function, 16 or 32 GB storage, 12-hour battery life, Dolby dual speakers. Includes one year of FreeTime Unlimited, two-year worry-free guarantee, and a kid-proof case.
- Show Mode Charging Dock for Fire HD 8, $34.99 (originally $39.99) [You save $5]: Turns the Fire HD 8 into a full-screen Alexa experience and keeps the tablet charged at all times.
- Fire HD 10 Tablet, $119.99 (originally $149.99) [You save $30]: 1920 x 1200 (224 ppi) resolution, built-in Alexa function, 32 or 64 GB, 10-hour battery life, Dolby dual speakers.
- Fire HD 10 Kids, $149.99 (originally $199.99) [You save $50]: Same specs as the 10 above, but does not include Alexa. Includes one year of FreeTime Unlimited, two-year worry-free guarantee, and a kid-proof case.
- Show Mode Charging Dock for Fire HD 10, $49.99 (originally $54.99) [You save $5]: Turns the Fire HD 10 into a full-screen Alexa experience and keeps the tablet charged at all times.
Armed with a Fire TV device and your favorite streaming subscriptions, including Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video, you'll feel like traditional cable is truly a thing of the past. It's a great tool for would-be cord cutters. Fire TV devices also use Alexa for convenient hands-free control, so you don't have to juggle or manage yet another remote control. These Fire TV devices are on sale right now:
- Fire TV Stick, $24.99 (originally $39.99) [You save $15]: A small streaming media player that plugs into any TV's HDMI port, 8 GB storage. Buy 2 and you'll save $39.99 off the original price (savings will be reflected at checkout).
- NEW Fire TV Stick 4K, $34.99 (originally $49.99) [You save $15]: A small streaming media player that plugs into any TV's HDMI port and has an antenna design optimized for 4K Ultra HD streaming.
- Fire TV Cube, $69.99 (originally $119.99) [You save $50]: Has 4K Ultra HD and HDR, built-in speaker, far-field voice control, ethernet support, 16 GB storage.
- NEW Fire TV Recast, $189.99 (originally $229.99) [You save $40]: A DVR that brings live TV to your Fire TV, Echo Show, Fire Tablet, and compatible mobile devices.
If you love reading, you won't regret getting a Kindle, which makes it that much easier to enjoy the pastime. The e-readers are light and comfortable to hold, give you the ability to download millions of books with the click of a button, and let you make highlights and notes. They're also easy to read in bright light, unlike your phone.
- NEW Kindle Paperwhite, $99.99 (originally $129.99) [You save $30]: Thinner, lighter, and longer battery life than the first generation model, waterproof, 8 GB storage.
- NEW Kindle Paperwhite Audible Bundle, $139 (originally $254.83) [You save $115.83]: Includes a pair of Bluetooth earphones and three free months of Audible.
These security cameras keep your home safe when you're not there by giving you live notifications and video clips of the scene.
- Amazon Cloud Cam Security Camera, 2 for $199.98 (originally $239.98) [You save $40]: If you're already entrenched in the Alexa ecosystem, this basic camera with two-way audio is probably your best choice. During Prime Day, the Cloud Cam was only $59.99 - a tough deal to beat. Right now, doubling up on the cameras is your opportunity to save.
- Blink XT 1-Camera System, $77.99 (originally $129.99) [You save $52]: Weatherproof outdoor camera with two-year battery life, built-in motion sensor alarm, and free cloud storage
- Blink XT 3-Camera System, $191.99 (originally $319.99) [You save $128]: Weatherproof outdoor camera with two-year battery life, built-in motion sensor alarm, and free cloud storage.
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