Walmart just announced that its first Holiday Deals event will start on Tuesday, October 8 and run through Sunday, October 13. While that's three times as long as Amazon's two-day event (on October 8 and 9),

The retailer's first holiday deals event of the season returns from October 8 to 13 — expect six days of mega-savings on vacs, smart TVs, fashion, gifts and more.

After this week's Prime Big Deal Days announcement, it's no surprise that Amazon has been stealing the spotlight when it comes to flashy discounts. However, it's worth noting that Walmart is stepping up to the plate with its own set of impressive savings — specifically in the tech department.