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It’s the day many have been waiting for. The day that feels like Cyber Monday in July: Amazon Prime Day.
The 36 hours of online Amazon sales will begin at 3 p.m. ET on Monday, July 16, and students all over the world have their laptops open just waiting to click buy.
Amazon Prime Day was created in 2015 for Amazon Prime members to get even more than they bargained for with their Prime membership. The day stands out among its counterparts, Cyber Monday and Black Friday, because all the deals are in one place, are for products from multiple categories, and are staggered throughout the day with new savings popping up frequently.
Amazon Prime Student members get 50% off of the regular Prime cost of $120 per year, as well as free two-day shipping.
And Amazon’s back-to-school push has led other retailers to start their back-to-school deals as well, according to MarketWatch. Walmart and J.C. Penney were among the retailers who started their back-to-school initiatives in June or July.
It’s never too early for back-to-school shopping and if you’re a student looking to save on back to school, these are the deals you can’t miss.
3 months of Kindle Unlimited for $0.99
When it comes to college textbooks, most students opt for the virtual or Kindle versions of their required books, which can save them hundreds of dollars. Now is your chance to get a semester’s worth of Kindle textbooks for just $1. Kindle Unlimited allows users to access more than 1 million books on any device with the Kindle app. The service is usually $10 per month, so new Kindle Unlimited subscribers who act before July 31st can save $29.
Kindle Paperwhite E-reader
For those who prefer their virtual reading on a larger tablet instead of a phone, this deal is for you. Normally $120, the Kindle Paperwhite E-reader is being sold at its lowest price ever: $79.99.
Prismacolor Double-Ended Art Markers
Students can purchase a 12-pack of Prismacolor art markers for $18.31, which totals 66% in savings, as Amazon usually sells the markers for more than $50.
Seagate Portable 4TB External Hard Drive USB 3.0
While some Prime deals are for items already sold on Amazon, Prime Day also includes Prime Launches: items that will be sold for the first time on Amazon today, like the Seagate STGX4000400 Portable 4TB External Hard Drive USB 3.0
It’s always important to have a backup plan when storing class files, photographs and videos. With this deal, students can purchase the Seagate External Hard Drive USB for $94.99, compared to the regular price of $119.99.
RCA Galileo Pro 11.5″ 32GB 2-in-1 Tablet
Students can save $100 on the RCA Galileo 2-in-1 Tablet, with detachable keyboard, right now on the Walmart website. The now $80 tablet comes in four colors, has a high definition screen, and up to six hours of battery life.
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Programmable Graphing Calculator, 10-Digit LCD
Necessary for survival in most math classes, the TI-84 Graphing Calculator is on sale for $88 at Walmart, compared to the regular price of $115.
Home Expressions™ Candace Complete Bedding Set with Sheets
J.C. Penney has just rolled out their “Cyber in July” sale which includes an extra 30% off of most items, with large discounts on college dorm decor. Once sold for $110, the Candace Complete Bedding Set is on sale for $54.99 but can also be purchased for $38.49 when using today’s coupon code SALE24.
JanSport® Digital Student Backpack
This item is on fire, according to the J.C. Penney website, which states that 30 have been purchased in the last 24 hours. The JanSport Digital Student Backpack can be purchased for $38.49 when using the coupon code, compared to the regular price of $74.
Innovative Technology Rechargeable Bluetooth Outdoor Wireless Rock Speakers pair
When it’s time to unwind with friends, nothing helps like music, or speakers that blend in with nature. The Outdoor Wireless Rock Speakers are on sale at J. C. Penney for $70 for a limited time special, which totals more than $120 in savings.
These are just some of the many deals available this July. Visit Amazon, J.C. Penney, and Walmart for more details.