Black Friday used to actually just be one day long. Shoppers would camp outside of stores, paper circulars in hand, eagerly awaiting the chance to bust down some doors and save a ton of cash. Over time, the sales event has grown. Now, the entire month of November is a hydra where the heads are "slashed prices" and the sword-wielding hero is an overwhelmed customer.
October Prime Day 2 is here, but there's not much time left to scoop up some of the cheapest yet most functional buys. I'm talking no-fuss, under $25 gadgets that make your life easier and won't leave you with buyer's remorse. Also: The best October Prime Day deals I test nifty gear and accessories 24/7/365, and as ZDNET's deals and shopping editor, I know my way around a sale page.
I'm a voracious deal hunter, but some of my best advice for maximizing savings is to shop strategically, purchasing everyday items or essentials that won't break the bank. It satisfies the shopping itch and is a great way to make the sales work for your cash, not vice versa. So go ahead, make an impulse purchase -- you won't have to return any of these gizmos.