Treat the event as a garage sale.

America, sit down, because the second biggest birthday party of the month of July has just arrived! Monday marks the beginning of Amazon Prime Day, supposed to celebrate the 24^th birthday, but really just an excuse to go wild and buy as many discounted jars as your heart wishes.

Amazon is like a spoiled teenager who claims each year a longer party (this year, 48 hours) and more lavish entertainment (Taylor Swift kicked off Wednesday with a concert). But if you allow yourself to be dragged into the drama (Do I have to wait to buy this until Monday Cyber? Does Walmart actually sell this for less?), you can not properly enjoy the fun of this event.

The key to pleasure is to treat the First Day as it is: a giant garage sale. It's true that you can be responsible and get a great discount on a Dyson vacuum or a Toshiba TV, but you can also get a hot dog toaster or a waffle-shaped keyboard! You are absent if you do not freely enjoy the quirk of these holidays and … unexpected … consumer goods that can bring to your life. In this spirit, Slate is there not only to help you find reasonable bargains, but also to settle strange and wonderful offers and to laugh at quite strange.

We will update the message throughout the event, so keep checking to see how things are changing.

Things you need but never bought

Instant Pot Duo Plus 60

Can we even call it the first day if there was no instant pot on sale? With all the price variations observed on the Instant Pot over the years, this is the lowest price in its history. Good Housekeeping regards the Duo as the best choice among Instant Pot models, with an extra setting allowing you to make homemade yoghurt. They note, "It also allows you to cook under pressure at low temperatures (in addition to high), so you'll have more control over the cooking temperature of soups and lentils."

Was $ 130, now 57 percent off.

Amazon Echo (2nd generation)

Amazon is stepping up efforts every year for Amazon branded products, but Echo is also at the top of the list of voice-activated loudspeakers. PC Mag says, "It's small, useful, it sounds good for its size and its price is reasonable." (And that before the 50% discount on the Prime rate.)

Buy: $ 50 (was $ 130, now 57 percent off)

iRobot Roomba 690

The 690 is an entry-level Roomba model, but PC Mag says the features remain at half-price: "Not only does it offer Wi-Fi connectivity and application control, but it also supports voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google. Assistant too.

Was $ 375, now 39 percent off.

6th generation iPad with 128 GB

Amazon is only discounting the sixth generation model with 128 GB of storage space. The price is a little higher than the basic model. However, if it is likely that you are storing a lot of media, it is a good choice. The iPad is also Wirecutter's first choice for tablets, offering "the optimal combination of speed, size, features, applications, accessories and prices".

Buy: $ 299 (was $ 429, now 30 percent off)

Google Pixel 3 XL

TechRadar said, "Even in 2019, the Google Pixel 3 had the best smartphone camera you could buy." Although Apple still controls the majority of the phone market, the lower price and the difference in device quality give Google an edge.

Buy: $ 714 (was $ 899, now 21 percent off)

Things you need if you fancy

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Electric Toothbrush

Women's Health calls the Sonicare DiamondClean "the Maybach Electric Toothbrushes" and notes that it comes with an app that gives you a variety of brushing tips based on your activity, including whether you're supportive of a side of your mouth.

Was $ 280, now 30 percent off.

Braun Series 9 Men's Electric Shaver

Like the DiamondClean, the 9 Series is the luxury option in terms of hygiene. Men's Health said, "Five shaving elements work together to cut through the toughest hair with a 10-way flexible head and a special microvibration technology."

To buy: 215 $ (was $ 310, 31 percent off)

Things you absolutely do not need, but why not?

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

The LifeStraw was the resounding success of the 2018 Prime Day: obviously, reasonable prices encouraged purchases, even from those who did not plan a camping trip in the near future. However, they also seem to be up to the hype. A reviewer recounted the impressive story of a backpacking trip: "Over one of the lowest peaks, I drank the most disgusting crevasse that was filled with brown foam. I thought it was going to be safe, but the taste was horrible. FALSE. Tasted like the freshest spring water. Better than any faucet. I come from Maine and I have a lot of water from the mountain springs, so take my word for it. "

Was $ 17, now 43 percent off.

What you do not need but can do for unexpected gifts

Fred Lazy Tea Infusion Infuser

A look at this lazy tea buddy is going to sell you. One reviewer said, "They are as cute as I hoped they would be. … I've bought two! By using one of these tools, you'll want to drink more tea!

Was $ 10, now 21 percent off.

Burt's Bees Essential Daily Beauty Gift Set

There are not many traditional gift boxes on sale for Prime Day, but this could be a perfect option for a friend who loves to travel. One commentator commented, "It's a great gift for yourself or someone else who can try a small amount of Burt's Bees and then order a larger quantity if you wish. Excellent product, good company. "

Buy: $ 6 (was $ 10, 36 percent off)

Things you had no idea Amazon even sold

Thor Mjolnir Meat tenderizer

A reviewer said: "I love this thing! It's beautiful, easy to clean, and it looks great to hang up in the kitchen. My only wish is that it be bigger, but in this case, it would probably be impossible to use it. "

Was $ 25, now 20 percent off.

Aduro Phone Neckband

This neckband is appreciated by everyone, from carpal tunnel pain to extremely lazy teenagers. One reviewer said, "Of course, it looks like a headdress, with a crane around your neck, but it makes scrolling so much easier and painless."

Was $ 11, now 15 percent off.

Car lights

Flashing LEDs for your car floor may not have been at the top of your shopping list, and the logic behind placing flashing lights on the periphery of your vision is also questionable. However, they brought a critic to comment with appreciation: "Adulthood is not too serious!" Who can discuss it?

Buy: $ 11 (was $ 14, now 22 percent off)