Amazon jumps the gun on its own Prime Day event — the Fire HD tablet just got slashed to $69

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If you’re after a tablet that nails the basics without blowing your budget, the Fire HD 10 is one to watch this Prime Day. It’s currently $69 at Amazon, down from $139 — a seriously low price for a device with a Full HD screen, long battery life, and solid all-round performance for everyday use.

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The Fire HD 10 is a solid pick if you want a tablet that’s affordable, reliable, and easy to use. It’s built around a 10.1-inch Full HD display that’s bright and sharp — perfect for watching shows, browsing the web, or reading on the go. With up to 13 hours of battery life, it’s ideal for long days, travel, or just lounging on the couch.

It’s lightweight and easy to carry, but still feels sturdy in the hand. You get 3GB of RAM for smooth navigation and app-switching, and if you need more room for downloads or media, you can expand the storage with a microSD card.

The stereo speakers are loud and clear enough for watching movies or listening to music without headphones — though it still has a headphone jack if you prefer.

There’s also support for Amazon’s stylus (sold separately), making it a useful companion for sketching or jotting notes. And if you're after a little extra productivity, there’s an optional Bluetooth keyboard case available too.

As we said in our Amazon Fire HD 10 review, the tablet "packs in a sharp screen, solid build, epic battery life, and good-enough performance at a price that’s a fraction of many competitors."

At $69 for Prime Day, the Fire HD 10 is hard to beat if you want a no-fuss tablet for streaming, reading, or light everyday use. A strong pick for the budget-conscious buyer.

And if you're looking to upgrade more than just your tablet, check out all the best early Prime Day deals we're tracking live below.

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YETI sale: up to 25% off
Prime for Young Adults: 50% off
Amazon Haul: Adidas, Columbia, from $5
Lego: deals from $8
Carhartt sale: deals from $9
Amazon devices: from $14
Switch 2: games/accessories from $14
Outdoor String Lights: just $21
Samsonite: travel essentials from $31
Ninja appliances: deals from $44
TV sale: from $69
Garmin: from $149

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