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🌟 1. Walmart deals: up to 50% off online

• 🌟 Walmart is competing with Amazon. The winner? You, the consumer!

• 😃 Its deals are now available for everyone, now just Walmart+ members

• ✂️ You can get Walmart+ for 50% off this week ($49, was $98)

• 💻 Today’s Walmart deals are online only (so they’re not in stores)

• 🔚 Walmart’s deals end on October 13 at 11:59pm ET

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• 🎮 Gaming deals

• 🧱 LEGO deals

• 🧸 Toy deals

• 📺 TV deals

• 🎧 Headphones & speaker deals

• 💻 Computing deals

• 🖥️ Monitor deals

• ⌚ Smartwatch deals

• 🏡 Home deals

• 🍽️ Kitchen deals

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📦 2. Amazon deals: your chance to get ahead of Black Friday

• 📦 Amazon has more deals than any other retailer – in the hundreds of thousands

• 💰 You’ll need to be an Amazon Prime member in order to score the best prices

• ⚡ Stay tuned to my Twitter/X account for lightning deals throughout the day

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🧹 3. Save $140 with this Dyson V7 Vacuum deal at Walmart

Cordless vacuums like the Dyson V7 make cleaning up a breeze. (Credit: Dyson)

• 🪶 Lightweight for quick, versatile cordless cleaning

• ⏰ Up to 40 minutes of run time

• 👏 Deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes

• 👍 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support

• 💰 Save $140.00 with this deal

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🔥 4. Apple AirPods Pro 2 are back down to their lowest-ever price at Amazon

The AirPods Pro 2 are still the best wireless earbuds for Apple users. (Credit: Apple)

• 🎉 Amazon Prime Members can get the AirPods 2 for just $168.99

• 🆚 That’s cheaper than Walmart’s offer of $189.99

• 📉 It’s also back to the lowest price we’ve ever seen

• 🎶 The AirPods 2 continue to get better with software updates from Apple

• 💰 Save $80.01 with this deal

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📝 5. Microsoft Office for Windows and for Mac is just $24.97 today

• ✏️ Get Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and OneNote

• 👴 It’s a LIFETIME activation code, unlike Microsoft Office 365

• 📆 The 2019 version is one we recommend for Windows & Mac

• 💰 It’s cheaper than the 2021 version, and little changed between the two

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📺 6. Save over $1,000 on LG C4 OLED TVs at Amazon

The LG C4 OLED series are fantastic TVs. (Credit: LG)

• 🤩 Amazon has discounts on the entire range of LG C4 OLED TVs

• 🥇 LG OLED TVs are some of the best displays around

• 🎮 They’re also perfect for PS5 and Xbox Series X gamers

• 💰 The LG C4 OLED 48-inch model is $996 (was $1,599), the 55-inch model is $1,296 (was $1,999), the 65-inch model is just $1,496 (was $2,699), and the 77-inch model is $2,496 (was $3,699).

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😌 7. Never worry about PS5 storage again with this 4TB Samsung SSD deal

Imagine never having to delete a PS5 game again. (Credit: Samsung)

• 🤯 Amazon has knocked 42% off the Samsung 990 Pro SSD 4TB for Prime members

• 🆚 It’s cheaper than Walmart’s offer of $309.99

• 🤝 It works perfectly with PS5 and means you can quadruple your storage space

• 🤏 The PS5 Slim only comes with 1TB of space, and the original model has even less at 825GB

• 😁 With a 4TB SSD, you’ll probably never need to uninstall a game again

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📖 8. Book lovers will love this Kindle Scribe bundle deal at Amazon

The Kindle Scribe is Amazon’s most capable e-reader. (Credit: Amazon)

• 👏 Amazon’s Kindle Scribe Essential bundle is almost back to its lowest-ever price

• ✍️ Prime members can get the Kindle Scribe (16GB), Basic Pen, Leather Folio Cover, and power adapter for $299.97

• 💰 That’s a saving of $140.00 and just $8 more expensive than Amazon’s best-ever deal

• 👍 The Kindle Scribe is a digital notebook and e-reader and has the longest battery life of any Kindle

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🎮 9. Game in comfort for just $99 with this GTRACING Gaming Chair at Walmart

Give your back and butt the chair they deserve. (Credit: GTRACING)

• 💰 Walmart has knocked $150 off this awesome gaming chair

• ⭐️ The GTRACING has a rating of 4.3 stars after over 2,300 reviews

• 😌 It features, cervical, back, and lumbar support for those long gaming sessions

• 🥱 It also includes a retractable footrest for when you want to kick back and relax

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🤩 10. Get this massive 98-inch TV at Walmart and save $500

Enjoy 98-inches of 4K TV goodness. (Credit: Onn.)

• 🍿 If you want to bring the cinema to your home, this 98-inch Onn. TV is for you

• 👌 It has a Roku Smart TV built in and features 4K resolution at 60Hz

• 🎆 It’s VESA Mount compatible, so you can put it on your wall

• 💰 Walmart has knocked $500 off the usual asking price

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💻 11. The 2024 Apple MacBook Air with M3 chip is just $849 at Amazon

The Apple MacBook Air M3 is back down to its lowest-ever price. (Credit: Apple)

• 😮 The 13-inch Apple 2024 MacBook Air with M3 chip is just $849 at Amazon

• 🤖 It’s built for Apple Intelligence and includes a 256GB SSD and a backlit keyboard

• 🎨 The deal applies to all colors, including Starlight and Midnight

• 📉 Amazon’s deal is back to the lowest we’ve ever seen for the MacBook Air M3

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📸 12. Go ultrawide with this incredible 49-inch Samsung Odyssey monitor deal

Samsung’s Odyssey OLED G9 is the ultimate PC monitor. (Credit: Samsung)

• 🔥 Samsung’s stunning ultrawide curved OLED monitor is 41% off at Amazon

• 😎 It features a Dual QHD display, 240Hz refresh rate, FreeSync Premium Pro, and HDR 400

• 😇 It also comes with a 3-year warranty so you can game without worry

• 🔒 This deal is exclusive to Amazon Prime members

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🤫 13. These Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones are 43% off

The Bose QuietComfort headphones will block out the world around you. (Credit: Bose)

• 🎧 Enjoy some peace when you’re commuting or traveling with these Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones

• 💰 You can save 43% and you don’t even need to be an Amazon Prime member

• 👂 Includes two listening modes: Quiet and Aware, allowing you to toggle between noise canceling or full awareness of your surroundings

• 🔋 All-day battery life with up to 24 hours of playback on a single charge

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👩 14. Save $100 on the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer

The Supersonic Hair Dryer is a must-have beauty product. (Credit: Dyson)

• 👱‍♀️ The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer dries your hair quickly without damaging it

• 🪮 Includes five accessories so you can create your perfect style

• 💰 Prime members can save $100 with this exclusive deal

• 👉 Alternatively, you can get a refurbished model from Walmart for just $189.99

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🥳 15. Get the party started with this JBL PartyBox Stage deal at Amazon

Bring the tunes wherever you go with the JBL PartyBox speaker. (Credit: JBL)

• 💃 The JBL PartyBox Stage 320 portable speaker can liven up any event

• 💦 It includes 18 hours of playtime and is splashproof

• 👍 The telescopic handle and sturdy wheels make it easy to move around

• 👏 It’s currently $200 off at Amazon and you don’t need to be a Prime member

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👵 16. Discover your origins with this AncestryDNA kit deal – now $60 off

• 🧪 Find out your ancestral history with the AncestryDNA kit

• 📈 AncestryDNA is the top-selling DNA test

• 🌳 Build your family tree and discover new relatives you never knew existed

• 🔒 This deal is available exclusively to Prime members

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💆‍♀️ 17. Pound muscle pain away with this TheraGun deal at Amazon

The Theragun can provide targeted pain relief and aid recovery. (Credit: TheraGun)

• 💆‍♂️ Enjoy a targeted, deep-tissue massage with the TheraGun Prime

• 👌 Includes 4 high-quality foam attachments for different areas of the body

• 📱 Connects to the Therabody app for personalized wellness routines

• 💰 Amazon Prime members can get $80 off

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🎮 18. Save $50 on the PS5 Slim and PS5 Slim Digital Edition at Walmart and Amazon

You can get $50 off both PS5 Slim models. (Credit: Sony)

• 👍 Amazon and Walmart have knocked $50 off the PS5 Slim and PS5 Slim Digital Edition

• 👀 There’s a chance we could see the console go lower during Amazon’s Prime Day event, as it was previously spotted at $70 off

• 💰 However, this is still a great deal if you haven’t bought Sony’s console yet

• 👏 You don’t need to be a Prime member to take advantage of this deal

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🛴 19. Save $205 on this electric scooter at Walmart

Zip around at 15 MPH with the EVERCROSS E8 scooter. (Credit: EVERCROSS)

• 💨 Get around in a flash with this motorized scooter at Walmart

• 😎 It can provide speeds up to 15 MPH and travel up to 12-15 miles

• 😌 The 8-inch tires are built for shock absorption, giving you a smooth ride

• 😀 It’s also portable thanks to its foldable design

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🍦 20. Save 20% on the Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker at Amazon

Serve up delicious ice cream, smoothies and milkshakes with the Ninja CREAMi. (Credit: Ninja)

• 🧋 The Ninja CREAMi lets you create ice cream, gelato, smoothie bowls, milkshakes and more

• 🧑‍🍳 Customize the flavor and texture by mixing in your favorite chocolate, nuts, candy, and fruit

• 🫵 One-touch programs allow you to easily create what you’re after

• 💰 Amazon Prime members can save $40

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🐱 21. This self-cleaning cat litter box is $200 off at Amazon

Say goodbye to scooping up your cat’s poop. (Credit: Neakasa)

• 😲 The Neakasa M1 is an automatic self-cleaning litter box that looks like its from the future

• 🐈 The open-top design gives your cat plenty of room to do its business in comfort

• 🚽 The Neakasa M1’s self-cleaning system ensures your cat will always have a fresh and clean environment

• 👋 It also means you can say goodbye to messy and smelly waste disposal

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🦷 22. Keep your teeth in tip-top shape with this Oral-B iO toothbrush deal

It pays to look after your teeth. (Credit: Oral-B)

• 🙌 Save 40% on the Oral B iO3 series electric toothbrush

• 🪥 It removes 400% more plaque along the gumline than a manual brush

• 👍 Choose from three cleaning modes: daily clean, sensitive and whitening

• 🔋 Enjoy a long-lasting charge with the Lithium-ion battery

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💪 23. Save $100 on this MSI FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop at Walmart

Game on the go with this MSI laptop. (Credit: MSI)

• 😎 This gaming laptop from MSI is armed with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GPU

• 💨 It comes with an Intel Core i5-13420H processor and a 15.6-inch 144Hz FHD IPS display

• 👏 You also get 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a 512GB NVMe SSD

• 🤏 The slim and light profile means it’s powerful but portable

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💋 24. Get the Beats Studio Pro X Kim Kardashian headphones for 46% off

Kim Kardashian chose the colors for these special-edition Beats Studio Pro headphones. (Credit: Beats)

• 👄 The Beats Studio Pro x Kardashian headphones feature an iconic look

• 🎧 They feature noise cancelling and personalized spatial audio

• 📱 They’re also compatible with Apple and Android phones

• 🔋 Enjoy up to 40 hours of battery life

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💪 25. Snag this LG UltraGear gaming monitor for under $250

• 🖥️ One of LG’s best entry-level gaming monitors is on sale

• 🎮 The UltraGear 34GP63A-B Gaming Monitor can be yours for under $250

• 👾 It features a 34-inch QHD display, AMD FreeSync Premium, and 160Hz

• 💰 It’s one of Amazon’s hottest deals, so you’ll want to act fast

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🚲 26. Save $495 on the Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike at Amazon

Get in shape and stay motivated with the Peloton exercise bike. (Credit: Peloton)

• 🚴 Smash your fitness goals with the Peloton Indoor Exercise Bike

• 🏋 You can rotate the touchscreen to move from cycling to floor exercises

• 🍿 You can also stream shows to the screen to keep you motivated

• 👉 A Peloton All-Access Membership must be purchased separately

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☕️ 27. Pour a perfect cup of coffee for just $49 with this Keurig deal at Amazon

Don’t underestimate the power of a good cup of coffee. (Credit: Keurig)

• 👍 Save 50% on the Keuring K-Compact Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker

• ☕️ Brews multiple cup sizes: 6, 8 and 10 oz.

• ⏱️ You can get your cup of morning joe in less than a minute

• 🧹 Easy cleanup thanks to the removable drip tray

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💡 28. Light up your home with this great Govee deal at Amazon, now 36% off

The Govee outdoor lights are perfect for Halloween and Christmas. (Credit: Govee)

• 🤩 The Govee Permanent Outdoor lights include 75 scene modes

• ☔️ They’re also IP67 waterproof so they can handle the weather

• 🎄 Light up your home for special occasions like Christmas and Halloween

• 🗣️ Use Alexa and Google Assistant to control your lights

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👱‍♀️ 29. Save $100 on a refurbished Dyson Airwrap Origin multistyler at Walmart

Dyson’s refurbished program is a great way to save. (Credit: Dyson)

• 🎀 The Dyson Airwrap can curl, wave, smooth or dry without using extreme heat

• 👍 It comes with a range of attachments for different hair types

• 💨 Attracts and wraps hair using only air

• 🧐 Professionally inspected, tested and cleaned by a performance-managed seller or supplier

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👏 30. Get the iPad Mini (6th Gen) for its lowest-ever price at Amazon

The iPad Mini is still a fantastic tablet. (Credit: Apple)

• 😲 The iPad Mini 64GB model with WiFi is just $349.99 at Amazon

• 🔥 That’s a saving of 30% and the lowest price we’ve ever seen

• ✏️ Works with Apple Pencil (2nd gen) and includes an 8.3-inch liquid retina display

• 🔒 Again, you’ll need to be an Amazon Prime Member to get this deal

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📱 31. Save over $200 on an unlocked Google Pixel 8 at Amazon

We loved the Pixel 8 with its AI camera. (Credit: Google)

• Free yourself from expensive carrier contracts with this unlocked Google Pixel 8

• Powered by the Google Tensor G3 chip, it features cutting-edge photo and video features

• Use AI to change people’s expressions so everyone is smiling in a photo

• The battery can last over 24 hours with Extreme Battery Saver turned on

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🔥 32. Play Xbox games without a console with this Amazon Fire TV Stick deal

With an Amazon Fire TV Stick and Xbox Game Pass, you don’t need a console. (Credit: Amazon)

• ☁️ Play the best Xbox Series X games via the cloud with this awesome Fire TV stick deal

• 🎮 Get an Xbox controller, one month’s Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and an Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $74.99

• 💰 That’s a saving of $51.98 if you’re a Prime member

• 🛜 You’ll need to have a good internet connection if you want to stream Xbox games

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👮‍♂️ 33. Secure your home with these Blink Outdoor 4 smart security cameras and save $300

Get six Blink cameras with this amazing deal. (Credit: Amazon)

• 📷 Create a wire-free home security system with these Blink Outdoor 4 cameras

• 👁️ See and speak using the Blink app and experience infrared night vision and two-way audio

• 🚨 Enhanced motion detection sends alerts to your phone in case of intruders

• 👉 Includes six Outdoor 4 cameras, one Sync Module 2 hub, 12 AA lithium batteries, six mounting kids, one USB cable, and one power adapter

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👦🏻 34. Get Amazon’s new Fire HD 8 Kids, Kids Pro, Fire HD 8 tablet for 50% off

Amazon’s kid-friendly tablets are perfect for children. (Credit: Amazon)

• 🔥 Amazon’s new Fire HD 8 tablets are on sale during Prime Day

• 👍 You can get the Fire HD 8 Kids, Fire HD 8 Pro for $69.99

• 👌 The Fire HD 8 is also just $54.99 and features more RAM, an improved camera and generative AI capabilities

• 🧒🏾 A subscription to Amazon Kids+ is included, which lets children access thousands of books, games, videos, and apps

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⌚️ 35. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 44mm is just $169.99 at Amazon

Amazon has knocked more than $100 off the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6. (Credit: Samsung)

• 👨‍⚕️ Keep your health goals on track with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6

• ❤️ You can also get sleep insights and detect any heart-related abnormalities

• 📱 Syncs with your other Galaxy devices for further functionality

• 📏 See even more on Samsung’s largest watch display yet

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🖼️ 36. Own a piece of fine art for less with this Samsung 4K The Frame deal

The Samsung 4K The Frame can transform into a convincing piece of art. (Credit: Samsung)

• 👍 You can get the Samsung 4K The Frame 55-inch TV with a Teak Bezel for just $977.99 at Amazon

• 💰 That’s a saving of $667.99 and 41% off

• 🤯 The Samsung The Fame TV can transform into your own personal art exhibit when you’re not watching TV

• 🧐 The Teak Bezel snaps on to make The Frame TV look even more convincing

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🥘 37. Save 41% on this Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker

Cook almost anything with this 10-in-1 pressure cooker. (Credit: Instant Pot)

• 👨‍🍳 Pressure cook, slow cook, warm food, bake a cake and steam with this Instant Pot cooker

• 😋 28 program settings let you find a perfect selection of meals to make

• 🏡 Cooks for up to 8 people, perfect for meal prepping or larger families

• 🤤 Pressure cook to save time or slow cook for traditional recipes

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🚶‍♀️ 38. This DeerRun Walking Pad is just $89 at Amazon

Get your steps in while you’re at your desk. (Credit: DeerRun)

• 😱 You can get an under-desk treadmill for $89.99

• 💰 Save a further $10 when you apply the coupon before checkout

• 🤫 It has a powerful and quiet motor and supports up to 265 pounds

• 🏃 It’s quick enough that you can use it for running

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🤖 39. Clean up with this Roborock S8 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum, now 44% off

The Roborock S8 Pro vacuums, mops, drys and self-empties. (Credit: Roborock)

• 🧽 You can forget about cleaning with the Roborock S8 Pro vacuum

• 😍 It basically does it all: mops, drys, vacuums and self-empties

• 🤓 It’s smart enough to identify unknown objects on the floor

• 🗺️ LiDAR navigation and 3D mapping generate detailed cleaning maps

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⛳️ 40. Save $150 on this Callaway Golf 300 Pro Laser Rangefinder

Find out where the pin is with this rangefinder. (Credit: Callaway)

• 🏌️‍♂️ This highly accurate laser rangefinder accounts for elevation changes and measures the angle of include/decline

• 🔎 Equipped with 6x magnification

• ⛳️ Lock onto the pin up to 300 years away

• 💼 Comes with a premium molded hard carry case

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🔋 41. Get this Anker SOLIX C1000 portable power station for 50% off

Power all your devices, and then some. (Credit: Anker)

• 🔋 The Anker SOLIX C1000 can achieve 80% battery capacity in just 43 minutes

• 🔌 Delivers a massive 2400W output, enabling 99% of applications to be powered

• 🌞 Harness the sun’s energy with fast solar recharging

• 💰 This Amazon deal knocks $500 off the usual price

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🔈 42. Save $80 on this Bose soundbar and improve your TV’s audio quality

Upgrade your TV audio with this Bose soundbar. (Credit: Bose)

• 👍 Add wide, natural sound to your TV with this Bose TV speaker

• 👌 2 angled full-range drivers deliver a more realistic, spatial audio experience

• 🗣️ It also enhanced dialogue, making it easier to hear people speaking

• 📱 Bluetooth connectivity also lets you stream your devices to the soundbar

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👏 43. Get the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ for $151 at Amazon

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is light, slim and durable. (Credit: Samsung)

• 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is aimed at families

• 🔆 It’s got a bright, large screen, with a 90Hz refresh rate and 480 nits of brightness

• 👀 You can watch videos, play games and do more thanks to the upgraded chipset

• 👍 Multitasking is also a breeze thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 69 processor

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🚗 44. These Ford Ride Bronco Toy Cars are $80 off at Walmart

This officially-licensed Ford Bronco kid’s truck has it all. (Credit: Ford)

• 🎁 This unique and realistic Ford Bronco kid’s ride-on truck is a great present

• 🛞 It boasts powerful performance to provide an exhilarating driving experience

• 👨‍💻 You can let your kids drive or control the car with a remote control

• 🎶 The truck features Bluetooth connectivity, FM radio, dual horns and a music player

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⚡45. Anker MagGo 3-in-1 is a portable and affordable multi-charger for $88

• 💰 Anker MagGo 3-in-1 is 20% off for Prime Day

• 💵 Get a foldable multi-charger for $88, cheaper than most multi-chargers

• 🪭 Folds together into one compact package

• ⚡ Comes with a 40W power brick as a bonus

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🔒 Deals 46-50: $100 PS, $50 Nintendo & Xbox gift card deals; 50% off Game Pass

46. 🟦 $100 PlayStation giftcard for $87

47. 🍄 $50 Nintendo Gift Card for $43

48. 🟩 $50 Xbox Gift Card for $43

49. 🟩 $100 Xbox Gift Card for $86

50. ❎ 50% off Xbox Game Pass for $26.99 (Microsoft’s MSRP is now $60 for 3 months)

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