Get a head start on the season's best deals, including up to 60% off an Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker, Crest 3D whitening strips, a Breville espresso machine, and more.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Oct. 1. If these deals don't speak to you, check back tomorrow for all new picks. Also, be sure to follow along with all of our Prime Day content as the shopping extravaganza nears.

Prime Big Deal Days kicks off on October 8, but if you know where to look (and that's where we come in), you'll be able to find some serious savings on top tech at Amazon's fall sales event.