Amazon deal of the day: Slash 35% off the new and improved Fire HD 8 tablet

While a random Tuesday in January doesn't seem like it would have many deals to offer, Amazon likes to prove us all wrong. We've been dealt a handful of epic deals on Jan. 14, including price drops on Amazon's own devices and a few standouts from Google, Garmin, and Anker Soundcore.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day. None of these catching your eye? Check out our picks from yesterday, Jan. 13. Many of those are still live, including a $100 price drop on the iPad Mini 7.

Our top pick: Amazon Fire HD 8

Amazon quietly dropped a new Fire HD 8 tablet in October with a few big upgrades over the previous generation — 50 percent more RAM for a smoother performance (3GB vs. 2GB), an improved camera (5MP vs. 2MP), and new generative AI-powered features. Otherwise, it's still packs the same solid battery life, storage options, and display. It's already seen a few significant discounts and as of Jan. 14, is back down to just $64.99 — that's 35% in savings and just $10 away from its best price ever.

Google Pixel 8a

The Google Pixel 8a is aready a budget-friendly version of the Pixel 8, but with this $100 discount, it's even lighter on your wallet. The 8a shares many of the same specs as the 8, including the Tensor G3 chip, over 24-hour battery life, Magic Editor and Magic Take camera tools, 128 and 256GB storage options, 8GB RAM, and up to 120Hz refresh rate. Its main differences lie in its size (it's slightly taller and wide with a slightly smaller display), audio (no spatial audio, one less microphone), and camera. If those things aren't a big deal for you, Mashable's Alex Perry called it "the best deal in Android-land."

Check out our full review of the Google Pixel 8a.

Amazon Echo

Sleek and simple, the Amazon Echo is one of the best ways to introduce Alexa into your household. The fourth-generation smart speaker delivers premium Dolby sound whether you're jamming to your favorite tunes or just asking it about the weather. It also serves as a central hub where you can connect and control your other smart gadgets via voice commands. It's older than the similar Echo Dot speaker, but is larger and has better sound quality overall. As of Jan. 14, it's back on sale for $64.99, or 35% off. While that's not as good as its Black Friday price of $49.99, it definitely beats paying full price.

Soundcore Space A40

According to our sister site PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis), the Soundcore Space A40 earbuds deliver "quality active noise cancellation and balanced, detailed audio for a modest price." They specifically credited the secure fit, strong audio performance, and excellent battery life — which tops off at 50 hours — for the "excellent" rating and PCMag Editors' Choice award. Of course, the price is also a major selling point. As of Jan. 14, these buds are down to just $44.99 form $79.99. That's 44% in savings and the best price to date.

Garmin Venu 3S

The smaller version of the Garmin Venu 3, the Venu 3S features a 41mm case instead of 45mm and slightly shorter battery life. Otherwise, it's basically the same watch that ticks all the right boxes — smart features, health features, fitness features, and more. It has impressive health metrics and fitness tools, in-depth recovery advice, detailed sleep data, and a speaker and microphone for hands-free calls and virtual assistant access. Plus, like every Garmin watch, it has a battery that'll put the Apple Watch to shame. It's usually $449.99, but you can slash 22% off as of Jan. 14 and pick it up for only $349.99. That's its best price ever.

None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.