SAVE $70: As of Sept. 28, you can score an Apple iPad (10th gen) for just $529, down from $599. That's a savings of $70, or a discount of 12% — and the lowest price we've seen on this model. The Apple iPad mini (6th gen) is also available for $469, down from its normal price of $499. That's a savings of $30 and a discount of 6%.

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If you're planning on shopping Amazon's October Prime Day event, you're going to have to be quick to catch all the deals. Luckily, there are plenty of early sales on some of your favorite tech to shop right now. For instance, right now you can save on the Apple iPad (10th gen) and iPad mini (6th gen) before the event even begins.

As of Sept. 28, you can get the Apple iPad (10th gen) for just $529, down from $599, at Amazon. That's a savings of $70, or 12%. This is the lowest price we've seen on this particular model, so it's a good idea to lock one in if you're interested.

This iPad's 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display is large enough to use as a laptop on the go (with a keyboard) or a streaming screen. It's got WiFi and cellular, a powerful A14 Bionic chip, and your choice of blue, pink, yellow, or silver. It's got everything you need for work and play on a beautiful screen.

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Alternatively, if you'd prefer a smaller model, you can get the iPad Mini (6th gen) right now as well, for $469, down from $499, at Amazon. That's a savings of $30, or 6%, for this mini tablet that's small but mighty. Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder called it "the best (small) iPad ever" and praises its true portability — at 8.3 inches, it's easier to take with you anywhere.

Whether you choose the larger iPad or iPad mini to take advantage of the early Prime Day sales, you'll be getting a quality tablet. Both models are compatible with the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard, so they make fantastic mobile workstations. They're also outfitted with bright, crisp screens and powerful processors that can handle work, play, or binge-watching.