Mark your calendars, and gear up for the long list of year-end sales heading your way.
For now, we're kicking off with Amazon's massive five-day Single's Day event, which lasts from November 7 to 11. More good news is that Prime members get a sneak peek into all pocket-saving deals a day in advance, ahead of everyone else!
Prime early access deals let you skip the queue and bag offers until stocks last. The running 11.11 sale features steep price drops on a wide selection of items, and it's also the perfect opportunity to shop for gifts before the holidays. Whether for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Christmas, or the New Year, wrap up smartphones, fitness trackers, kitchen appliances, fashion and beauty items today.
All you have to do is sign up for an Amazon Prime membership, which not only unlocks exclusive deals, but also makes free international shipping possible, along with same-day delivery, subscription to Prime Video and a lot more. Not ready to commit yet? Get a 30-day free trial!
To help you save time, we've curated the best 11.11 Prime early access deals below.
1. Best Smartphone Deal: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Pros
- Excellent camera system
- Features many AI tools
- Fast, responsive device
- Vibrant screen
- Great battery life
Cons
- Less detailed 5x telephoto camera than predecessor
The latest Samsung flagship phone is a beast, with incredible capabilities, and it’s close to 40 per cent off! With five different lenses, from a 12MP selfie camera to 200MP artificial intelligence powered cameras, you have the ability to shoot 8K videos with this smartphone. Although the new Galaxy S24 features just 5x optical zoom (as opposed to its previous iteration, which had 10x zoom), it still manages an impressive 100x hybrid zoom, along with low-light shooting and portrait modes that let you take professional-looking shots. Apart from the camera system, the phone’s AI features are a useful addition – whether you’d like to Circle to Search for something on a webpage, or erase shadows and reflections in photographs. The bright curved screen gives the phone a slick aesthetic, and it comes with an S Pen that slides right into the side of the phone for easy storage. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s mighty power is on display in this smartphone, and its impressive graphics processing performance just adds to its overall appeal. With a battery life of over 16 hours, it’s the ideal phone for busy professionals.
Bonus: Buy with 0% installments and pay Dh257.88 for 12 months with select banks.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty by Salama Care for Dh199, one-year accidental damage protection for Dh332, and two-year damage protection with one-year extended warranty for Dh424.
2. Best Soundbar Deal: Bose Smart Soundbar 900
Pros
- Seven-channel speaker, even for non-Atmos content
- Smart voice control
- Compatible with Spotify and Apple
- Includes HDMI-eARC connectivity
Cons
- Included remote has limited functions
Gift a movie buff a seven-channel smart soundbar by Bose. The Soundbar 900 is slim and full-featured, elevating a living room television in an instant. With Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, you can command the soundbar and the TV to resume your favourite shows or play an album. It's compatible with Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Chromecast, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so options for streaming are endless. The Dolby Atmos-certified device has upfiring speakers for a movie theater feel, surrounding the audience with sound from all directions, even if the content is not Atmos-encoded. From home cinema to house parties, the soundbar is an excellent audio solution for reviewers. According to buyers, film dialogues are loud and clear.
Bonus: Buy with 0% instalments and pay Dh274.92 for 12 months with select banks.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty by Salama Care for Dh199 and a two-year extended warranty for Dh283.
3. Best Gaming Deal: Edifier G2000 Wireless Gaming Speakers
Pros
- Attractive, compact design
- Multiple connectivity options
- Full sound for its size
- Customisable LED lighting
Cons
- No sound imaging
Punching above their weight in sound quality, Edifier’s G2000 gaming speakers have a small footprint and an appealing design. Ideal for a PC set-up, they have three customisable lighting areas on each satellite, so you can cycle through 12 lighting effects to suit your mood. Although these stereo speakers are small, with 2.75-inch drivers, they offer surprisingly full sound and enough bass for some low-end rumble. But there’s a caveat – because of their size, you’ll need to ensure the speakers are angled towards each ear, so that the soundstage feels wide enough. Otherwise, it loses some of its precision. Offering great value for money, with multiple connectivity options and decent audio, these are the gaming speakers you’ve been looking for!
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty by Salama Care for Dh18 and a two-year extended warranty for Dh25.
4. Best Home Deal: Philips Robotic Vacuum Cleaner and Mop
Pros
- Vacuums and mops simultaneously
- Automatic self-charging
- 200 minutes of cleaning time
- Maps out up to five floor plans
- Automatic carpet detection
Cons
- No small object detection
Try out Philips' capable robot vacuum cleaner this Single's Day. The mighty device sucks in dust and mops in one go as it goes around the house. With a strong suction power of 4,000 Pa, the vacuum even tackles fine dust wedged in crevices and carpets. Not to mention, it automatically boosts power once it detects a rug or a carpet. Leave the bot to map out the floor plan with its 360-degree laser navigation and store up to five floors worth of detailed maps for the house, including no-go zones. At this price, though, do note that the vacuum is not capable of avoiding small objects in its path. Still, it vacuums dutifully for 200 minutes and then returns to the station to self-charge, perfect for busy hosts this holiday season.
Bonus: Buy with 0% instalments and pay Dh149.92 for 12 months with select banks.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh103 and two years for Dh146.
5. Best Appliance Deal: Instant Vortex Digital Air Fryer
Pros
- Easy-to-use touchscreen panel
- Even cooking
- ClearCook window
- Non-stick, dishwasher-safe basket
Cons
- Tray tends to dislodge
From the makers of the iconic Instant Pot, comes the Instant Vortex air fryer. With a 5.7-litre capacity and six-in-one functionality, you can use this appliance to air fry, bake, reheat, roast, broil and dehydrate food with the touch of a button. Reviewers love the ClearCook window on the square basket, which allows them to watch their food in real time, without having to remove the basket. The Instant Vortex also features OdourErase technology; its built-in air filters remove odours during cooking, so there’s no lingering smell the next day. The non-stick cooking basket and tray are dishwasher-safe, making clean-up a breeze. However, some reviewers note that the tray at the base tends to dislodge when you tip over the basket, making it a little difficult to serve food.
Bonus: Buy with 0% installments and pay Dh49.23 for 12 months with select banks.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty by Salama Care for Dh35, and two-year extended warranty for Dh49.
6. Best Video Game Deal: PlayStation 5 Disc Console with FC24 Voucher
Pros
- Bundled with FC 24 game
- Comes with one controller
- Disc edition lets you access the digital library as well
- Realistic shadows and light with ray tracing
- 4K TV support
Cons
- Only 825GB worth of space
Surprise the kids with a PlayStation 5 bundle that comes with a free voucher code for FC 24, previously known as the FIFA gaming franchise. The disc console lets you access both a library of digital games as well as physical playable CDs. Crank up your favourite titles on your 4K TV with full support, and get instant load times with the ultra-high-speed SSD. PlayStation 5 makes every move and impact realistic with haptic feedback via the DualSense wireless controller. Add ray tracing to that, and you're entering an entirely new generation of gaming that pulls you into the heart of the action with true-to-life shadows and reflections.
Bonus: Buy with 0% instalments and pay Dh163.17 for 12 months with select banks.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh114 and two years for Dh162.
7. Best Skincare Deal: Eucerin Even Pigment Perfector Dual Face Serum
If your skin is still reeling from the sun damage it took in the summer, Eucerin's hyperpigmentation serum can help. Renew your skin before the holidays with the Even Pigment Perfector, a two-in-one product that combines dual serums. One is thiamidol, which fights hyperpigmentation, and the other is hyaluronic acid to help the skin attract and retain moisture. The serum reduces dark patches and age or sun spots within just two weeks of application, once a day. Reviewers leave their first impressions in awe because of how well this serum has worked to even out their skin tone.
8. Best Shoe Deal: Crocs Bayaband Clog
The unisex shoe to conquer all errands, Crocs Bayaband Clogs are highly stylish and versatile. They're slip-on shoes with a thermoplastic upper, lining and rubber sole to offer the ultimate cushioning for the feet. Unlike other Crocs, this model shows off a large brand logo on the sole for a more sporty, casual feel. According to reviewers, once the pair goes on, users will not want to take them off. Those with wide feet also highly recommend them.
9. Best Watch Deal: Timex Men's Expedition Scout 40 Watch
Pros
- Indiglo dial light for nighttime reading
- Big and clear Arabic numerals
- Date window
- Luminous hands
Cons
- Nylon strap might be uncomfortable for daily use
A minimalist men's watch to keep time-telling simple and quick - Timex's popular Expedition timepiece ships all the way from Amazon US. Buyers in the UAE receive the watch in excellent condition and on time. As for the accessory itself, it's an interesting combination of green nylon strap, cream dial and 40mm black brass case. The dial comes with full Arabic numerals, with a date window at 3 o'clock. In dim settings, the Indiglo technology illuminates the dial and the hands for easy reading.
Warranty: Amazon offers a one-year extended warranty for Dh12 and two years for Dh17.
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