Mashables Best Prime Big Deal Days Deals (Hands-On Showcase)
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Consumer hardware pricing is getting quietly reset during events like Prime Big Deal Days—if you're shipping devices or accessories, your real reference price is whatever Amazon trains buyers to expect this week. Treat these windows as competitive intelligence on floor pricing and promo mechanics, not just a sales spike.
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