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When is Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2025? The second-annual Spring Sale runs from Tuesday, March 25, through Monday, March 31. Unlike Prime Day sales events, it’s open to everyone, not just Prime members. Are deals really better during Amazon sales?For some big-name brands, Amazon sale events are the only time specific devices go on sale throughout the year. This is especially true for Amazon devices like Kindles, Fire tablets, Fire TVs, Amazon Echo devices, etc. According to one study, the average Amazon Prime Day discount is 16.2%, a fairly good discount for most products–and while this isn’t Prime Day, it’s still an Amazon-exclusive sales event, so we’re expecting the same discount numbers. How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — devices and products we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals?ZDNET’s experts are searching through Amazon Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Baseus 35W charging station is available on Amazon now for a retail price of $50. It offers plenty of USB and AC ports, is a great size, and has plenty of surge and lightning protection for your devices. Be warned, the cable is bulkier than most. –> During Amazon’s Spring […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel Tablet retails for $499. The 11-inch tablet runs Android 13 on Google’s Tensor G2 chip It has solid performance, small bezels surrounding the screen that can handle multitasking, and a charging dock. Android can be buggy on the Pixel Tablet, though less so than on competing devices; the […] More

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is in full throttle this weekend, and so are the deals. Sure, MacBooks, Espresso machines, smartwatches, and more are on sale, but so are everyday tech items. Also: The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals live nowPowerbanks from Anker, Rocketbooks, Amazon Fire TV Sticks, and more are available for under $25. Read on to see the best budget deals the Amazon Spring Sale has to offer.Best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals under $25Anker Nano Power Bank More

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETThe Harvard Business Review suggests personal or professional goals are famously hard to achieve. If the effort outweighs the perceived reward, we are tempted to give up on our targets.Also: 5 ways to escape middle management and fast-track your journey to the topSo, how can you turn that situation around and achieve your professional and personal goals? Five business leaders gave us their top tips. 1. Create manageable targets Bev White, CEO at recruiter Nash Squared, said professionals who want to set meaningful goals must know what they want to achieve. “I call this understanding your why and your purpose,” she said. “When you’re clear about those areas, think carefully about what will help you get there and set your goals.” White told ZDNET it’s vital professionals break long-term targets into manageable chunks. “Someone’s goal might be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, but there are many steps along the path to that destination: training, fitness, kit, logistics, planning, travel,” she said. “So, break your big goal down into constituent parts and work on them.” Also: How to negotiate like a pro: 4 secrets to successWhite also said that professionals must be realistic about their goals. “If it becomes apparent a goal isn’t achievable or you’ve changed your mind, don’t be afraid to change tack,” she said. “This is part of the learning and growing process.” On the other hand, if you do stick with your target, make sure you celebrate small successes along the way. “This keeps your motivation up and inspires you to keep going,” she said. “It’s also good to share your goals with a mentor or someone you know and trust because that makes the goal more real. They can encourage and share with you in celebrating your successes on your journey.” More

Aitor Diago/Getty Images This is INSANEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! Hands down, this is one of the first real AI innovations we’ve seen this year that lives up to the AI hype. My bad, I’m getting ahead of myself. OpenAI just dropped native image generation in GPT-4o, and I don’t say this lightly, but… This ish right here is […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL QM8 (2024) features rich colors and searing brightness. It has enhanced audio over 2023’s model, while still being easy to set up and navigate. I wish the viewing angles weren’t somewhat limited, and you’ll want to wait for a deal to buy one. more buying choices Best Buy is […] More

When is Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025? Amazon’s Spring Sale runs from March 25 through March 31. This gives you almost an entire week to snag deep discounts on everything from SSDs and gaming laptops to digital game titles and headsets. Are games, consoles, and gaming accessories really cheaper during Amazon sales? They can be. While we usually see the best discounts on all things gaming during the winter holidays, Amazon’s Spring Sale and competing events at retailers like Best Buy and Walmart mean you can compare prices and discounts to get the best deals.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?While plenty of gaming laptops and accessories are discounted for the Amazon Spring Sale, not all sales are created equal. I focused on reputable brands like PowerA, SteelSeries, HyperX, and more to find the best value in accessories and peripherals. I also focused on top brands like HP, MSI, and Asus for gaming laptops and desktops with higher-end builds to help you find the best configurations for the best prices.What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals?  ZDNET’s experts are searching through Amazon Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More