If you’re not an Amazon Prime member already, you should consider signing up before the retailer’s biggest sale of the year, Prime Day. Taking place in July (the official dates have yet to be announced), the sale offers impressive deals you won’t want to miss. But that’s not all Prime membership has to offer. Besides early access and exclusive deals, you’ll also enjoy fast deliveries, Prime Video, Lightning Deals and more.
If you’re signing up for Amazon Prime for the first time, you’re probably wondering where to begin. Although it’s a quick process that doesn’t take more than a few minutes, it’s important to brush up on some Prime 101 before setting up your account.
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If you aren't concerned with learning about the benefits of membership and you just want to sign up now, go to Amazon Prime. If you are offered a free trial, take advantage of it by selecting "Start your free 30-day trial." Follow any on-screen instructions to complete your registration. At the end of your free trial period, you will automatically be upgraded to a paid membership. If you aren't offered a free trial — a free trial is only available if you haven't been a member in the past 12 months — you can still sign up simply by following the on-screen instructions at Amazon Prime.
Amazon Prime comes with a broad range of perks. Once you’re a member, you can enjoy all of these benefits.
As far as Prime Day is concerned, you’ll need to be a member to enjoy exclusive and early access to deals, including saving up to 50% off or more on top products, such as robotic vacuums, tablets and massage guns.
Students can enjoy a modified version of Amazon Prime membership that features slightly different benefits. First, instead of a 30-day trial period, students can enjoy up to six months of perks courtesy of Grubhub. And the best part about a student membership is it’s available to young adults who are between the ages of 18 and 24 years old, even if they’re currently not enrolled in school.
Here are the benefits you can enjoy with a Prime Student membership:
Amazon Prime costs $139 annually or $14.99 per month. Prime Student, the plan used by college students, costs $7.49 per month or $69 per year. Qualified government assistance recipients are eligible for Prime membership for $6.99 per month.
If you haven’t received a free Amazon Prime trial in 12 months, you can sign up for a new one. The trial lasts for 30 days, and you’ll receive all the perks of a paid Prime membership during that period. Many non-Prime members save their free trials for Prime month. That way, they can take advantage of benefits during Prime Day sales without committing to annual or monthly memberships.
Millions of products go on sale for Prime Day, and this year, that includes everything from stand mixers to smartwatches. Many Amazon-branded products, including the retailer’s newest models, are deeply discounted. They’re worth watching ahead of Prime Day, so be sure to add them to your Amazon cart or wish list.
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We tested the Fire Max 11, Amazon's 11-inch tablet, and found it to be easy to set up and convenient to use. It features a vivid display that lets you see every detail of what you're watching. For performance, this tablet has an octa-core processor, 4GB of memory and Wi-Fi 6, and we were impressed by its speed. It also has an excellent battery that lasts for up to 14 hours.
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If you don't have a smart TV, you need Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K. This tiny device impressed us during testing. Once you plug it into an HDMI port on your TV, you'll have easy access to the internet. This model gives you smooth 4K streaming with support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and immersive Dolby Atmos audio.
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With products like the Ring Floodlight Cam so readily available, there's no excuse for not protecting your property with a security system. This device has a motion-activated floodlight with two-way talk and a security siren that helps keep you and your family safe throughout the night (and day). Additionally, the instant notifications let you know exactly what's going on, even if you aren't home.
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The Blink Outdoor 4 is a wireless outdoor three-camera security system with enhanced motion detection, live view, infrared night vision, two-way audio and high-definition video (1080p). The cameras can run for up to two years with the included AA lithium batteries, giving you peace of mind for 24 months.
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This drill/driver kit from DeWalt comes with the tool, two batteries, a charger and a carry bag. The compact drill/driver has a three-mode LED that lets you access and see into tight areas while the high-speed transmission with a variable trigger gives you precision control over any task.
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There are seven tips and 10 settings on this water flosser to give you the best tool and pressure for every task. The built-in timer pauses the unit briefly after 30 seconds and one minute to help you keep track of your flossing time. The reservoir gives you up to 90 seconds of use.
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If you do any type of food prep, this time-saving, multifunctional model will satisfy. It comes with four blades that allow you to dice, julienne and spiralize your food as desired. The soft-grip handle and no-skid bottom give you greater control over the chopping process while reducing the chance for mishaps.
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This rejuvenating product is formulated with 96.3% snail secretion filtrate that can improve your skin's vitality by protecting it from dryness. The special formula quickly absorbs into your skin to offer long-lasting hydration, which is evident by a healthy glow. For concerned individuals, it helps to understand that snail mucin is obtained without causing harm to snails.
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This kit uses an LED light with a carbamide peroxide gel to whiten teeth. The LED light enhances the bleaching process to remove built-up stains in about 30 minutes. This approach lets you receive professional-level whitening in your own home. Purchase includes enough material for 20 whitening sessions.
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