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9to5Toys Last Call: Bose SoundTrue headphones $80, VIZIO 49″ 4K UHDTV $600, MFi Lightning cables, more

Aug 27 2015 - 9:07 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals

Last Call Updates:

Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Air (early 2014) 1.7GHz/8GB/512GB: $1,249 shipped (Orig. $1,849)

• App Store Free App of the Week: Nighty Night Circus kids’ bedtime story app ($3 value)
• Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB in Gold, Silver, or Space Gray $380 shipped (Reg. $499)
• Logitech’s new Artemis Wireless Gaming Headsets focus on features and compatibility
• Philips Portable Bluetooth Speaker in multiple colors for $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $20)
• Power Banks: Anker PowerCore 15600mAh w/ dual USB ports $25 Prime shipped (Reg. $33), KMASHI 10000mAh $9, more
• Gaming apparel/collectibles 20% off: Fallout 4 hoodies $48, official PlayStation gear from $10, more
• Here’s how you can play Forza 6 nearly a week before its release plus pre-order discounts
• Hot Java Android Coding Bundle: 5 app development courses for $29 (Orig. $657)
• Home: DEWALT 4-Tool Combo Kit (refurb) $150 (Reg. $250 new), Cuisinart Cast Iron Casserole $55 (Reg. $80+), more

Bose SoundTrue on-ears in black $80 (Reg. $120), Skullcandy Hesh 2 Bluetooth 4.0 $60 (Reg. $100), much more

VIZIO 49-inch 120Hz 4K LED Smart HDTV $600 (Reg. $720), 43-inch $548 or $528 w/ Prime (Reg. $599)

MFi Apple-Certified Lightning Cables: 6-ft. Braided Nylon $9.50 (Reg. $14), 2-ft. Retractable $9 (Reg. $13), more

15-inch Retina MacBook Pro (mid 2014) 2.5GHz/16GB/512GB: $1,749 shipped (Orig. $2,499)

13-inch Retina MacBook Pro (newest) 2.7GHz/8GB/128GB: $1,100 shipped (Reg. $1,299)

Back to school gift guide: essential tech gear every student should be using

Giveaway: Jaybird’s new X2 Bluetooth earbuds are the ultimate workout counterpart ($180 value)

More new gear from today:

Storage: WD 3TB portable HDD (multiple colors) $130 (Reg. $150), Samsung 850 EVO 500GB SSD $150 (Reg. $170+)

• Games/Apps: Hitman GO for iOS/Android $1 (Reg. $5), LEGO Star Wars Saga $5, Halo 5 (Prime only) $50
• AirPrint Printers: Canon Inkjet All-in-One $90 (Reg. $110), HP Laser $140 (Reg. $160+), more
• NYNE Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker $90, LG Electronics 34″ Curved Ultra Wide Monitor $800, more
• Griffin ‘Twenty’ Digital Audio Bluetooth Amplifier: $120 Shipped (Orig. $150, CA Tax Only)
• Lara Croft GO hits iOS and Android with puzzle-based gameplay
• Amazon’s new Underground app for Android delivers over $10,000 worth of free apps and games

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More deals still alive:

PS4 Batman or Last of Us Bundle w/ 3 mo. PS Plus, Madden 16 & another game $399 ($500+ value)

Get a free download of the AirPano Travel Book iOS app courtesy of Apple ($3 value)

• MLB.TV is down to just $10 for the rest of the season
• TP-LINK: AV500 2-port Powerline Kit $35 (Orig. $45), DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem $60 (Reg. $70)
• Aukey Power Banks: Dual USB 10000mAh $10 (Reg. $20), 3000mAh $6 (Reg. $10), more
• Free Xbox Live Gold Games for September: Tomb Raider Definitive Edition, Battlestations Pacific, more
• Free PS Plus Games for September: Grow Home, Super Time Force Ultra, Twisted Metal, more
• Cambond 10-ft braided MFi Lightning cable in black $11 Prime shipped (Reg. $17), more
• Anker 31″ adjustable Bluetooth Selfie Stick w/ 20 hour battery: $10 prime shipped (Reg. $14)
• Klipsch Speakers/Headphones up to 50% off: HD Theater 300 Home Theater $200 (Orig. $400)
• Logitech Powershell controller 1500mAh battery case for iPhone 5/5S: $9 Prime shipped
• iPhone 6 Battery Case & Wireless Charging Stations: $60 Shipped (Orig. $115, CA Tax Only)
• $100 iTunes Gift Card for $85 with free shipping (15% savings)
• Brother HL-L2380DW wireless laser printer/scanner/copier w/ AirPrint $100 (Orig. $200)
• Belkin Ultimate Pro Bluetooth iPad Air 2 Keyboard Case w/ backlit keys: $75 shipped (Reg. $150)
• Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M50X + FiiO E12 Amplifier $185 (~$298 value), more
• iOttie Easy One Touch 2 car mount for iPhone 6: $16 shipped (Reg. $25)
• App Store Free App of the Week: Quell Memento+ puzzle game goes free ($3 value)
• Anker 9-ft MFi Lightning to USB cable (black or white): $11 shipped (Orig. $16), more
• iPhone 6/Plus Accessories: Screen Protectors $1 (Reg. $4), Magnetic Air Vent Mount $6 (Reg. $9)
• Beats Studio Wireless headphones: Titanium $230 (Reg. $380), Blue $264 (Reg. $380)
• Garmin GPS w/ Lifetime Maps, HD Traffic & 1-yr warranty (refurb) $150 shipped (Orig. $270)
• Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity & Sleep Monitor: $70 shipped (Reg. $80+)
• 225 Kindle Books for $1.99 or less: The Colonel’s Mistake, Make Art Make Money, more
• Toys & Games extra 30% off (Prime only): Brio Classic Train Figure 8 Set $31 (Reg. $45), more
• Vera Bradley up to 70% off w/ free shipping: backpack $50 (Reg. $109), sunglasses $30 (Reg. $70), more

New products & more:

Samsung introduces new multi-room speakers alongside an improved Android and iOS app

Sensel’s Morph is an ultra sensitive Force Touch Trackpad look-alike

• These mesmerizing auto-Mario Maker levels will take you on the ride of a lifetime
• Rise of the Tomb Raider Collector’s Edition features a 1-foot Lara statue and more
• The new limited edition BIT.TRIP vinyl LP comes with free game download codes
• The iBackPack Indiegogo project is loaded with back-to-school technology
• Nintendo’s fall release plans: Super Mario Maker bundle, Star Fox Zero, Mega Yarn Yoshi
• Exploding Kittens is now available through Amazon Exclusives for $20 Prime shipped
• Samsung SmartThings hub comes next month with Amazon Echo-powered voice control support
• Tile announces a new generation of its Bluetooth tracker
• Quick Review: The Conway Electric Extō Dual-USB is the envy of all power strips
• Move over Super Smash Bros., the Pokémon tournament fighter is coming to Wii U in the Spring
• Beyerdynamic takes its pro-audio pedigree to the streets with these new custom headphones
• SLICK’s motorized mount takes the bumps out of your GoPro videos
• Madden 16: The Movie is the weirdest and funniest commercial we’ve seen in a while
• Back to the Future: The Game hits PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, pre-order now
• Nintendo announces official price drop coming for its 2DS handheld console

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 128GB $590, Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard $15, Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 HDD $110, more

Jul 22 2015 - 9:05 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 128GB in Gold, Silver, or Space Gray for $590 shipped (Reg. $699)

• Sharkk Ultra-Slim Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard $15 Prime shipped, more
• Stary Board cuts the weight to become the “world’s lightest” electric vehicle
• Samsung 850 EVO 250GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive: $85 shipped (Orig. $140), more
• Home: Culina salad spinners from $16 (40% off), Yukon Outfitters hammocks from $30, more

Seagate Expansion 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop Hard Drive: $110 shipped (Reg. $130), more http://t.co/MX0Sx068Qb pic.twitter.com/iI1LeOQUPW

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) July 22, 2015

Amazon Gold Box – MEElectronics Air Fi Runaway Bluetooth Headphones in multiple colors: $35 Prime shipped (Reg. $60)

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Wireless On-Ear Headphones in Titanium: $209 shipped (Orig. $380)

VIZIO 43-inch 4K 120Hz Smart LED UHDTV: $500 shipped (Reg. $600)

Jabra SOLEMATE Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker in black $60 shipped (Reg. $90+), more

Bluetooth speakers: Urge Basics Soundbrick $18 shipped, Liger waterproof shower speaker $10 shipped, more

Tweetbot for Mac hits its lowest price ever: $10 (Reg. $13)

iPhone 6/Plus $100 off w/ VZW or Sprint 2-yr contract: 16GB $100, 64GB $200, 128GB $300

iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi 128GB in Silver or Space Gray for $450 shipped (Reg. $599)

Review: Bang & Olufsen Beolit 15 Bluetooth speaker

Review: DODOcase Apple Watch Charging Stand

Review: SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick

Giveaway: Grain Audio OEHP.01 Over-Ear Headphones are an ideal daily set of cans, $199 value

More new gear from today:

ZAGG iPhone 6 Speaker Case w/ built-in Bluetooth speaker, battery and mic $60 shipped (Reg. $100)

• Daily Deals: Sensi Wi-Fi Thermostat $90, Griffin Retractable MFi Lightning Cable $8
• Games/Apps: DmC Devil May Cry $30, Game of Thrones for iOS goes free, more
• Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II is now available for Mac: $7 (Reg. $10)
• Monoprice Power Bank + Two MFi Lightning Cables: $15 shipped (~$40 value)
• Save 30% on fashion at Amazon: Herschel Supply Co., Lacoste, PUMA, more
• Learn to build 11 apps with this exclusive iOS 9 Swift coding course: $59 (Orig. $299)
• Blinkist Premium 1-yr Subscription: 1000+ Grasp Nonfiction Books: $30 (Orig. $80)

More deals still alive:

Spigen’s latest Apple Watch dock is made for watchOS 2 Nightstand mode, pre-order now for $12

App Store Amazing Apps/Games for $1: Blek, Spider Man, Goat Sim, more

App Store Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Space ($1 value)

Pay what you want for the 7-course Web Hacker Bundle ($1,043 value, currently $6)

• Complete this Chipotle trivia game & receive a buy one, get one free coupon
• Sennheiser HD650 + Apogee Groove portable DAC/amp $550 shipped ($755 value)
• Bose SoundTouch Portable Series II Wireless Music System from $269 (Reg. $325)
• Media: Blu-ray/DVD combos from $8 including Interstellar & Lucy, $1 HD Rentals, more
• Router Roundup: Linksys dual-band Smart Wi-Fi Router (refurb) $28 (Orig. $50), more
• Sennheiser Momentum On-Ear Headphones in black $65 shipped (Reg. $80)
• Aukey USB Chargers: 5-Port USB Desktop Charging Station $22, more
• JBL Control One 4″ Indoor/Outdoor Speakers: $80 or 2-pairs for $150 shipped (Orig. $180)
• Kmashi 10,000mAh Dual-USB Power Bank: $9.39 Prime shipped (Orig. $50)
• Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop HDD $125, WD Elements 2TB Portable HDD $70, more
• Discounted gift cards up to 20% off: Staples, Gamestop, Toys R Us, iTunes, and more
• TRENDnet Powerline 500AV Nano Adapter Kit: $20 Prime shipped (Orig. $65)
• 4K A/V Receivers: Denon w/ AirPlay $499 (Orig. $999), Onkyo 5.2-ch $200 (Reg. $250)
• Fremo 3200mAh Battery/Flashlight with MFi Lightning cable: $10 shipped
• SoundPEATS Qy7 Bluetooth 4.1 Wireless In-Ears: $20 (Reg. $30)
• Jabra MOVE wireless on-ears $70 shipped (Reg. $100), more
• Spigen iPhone 6/Plus Cases in a variety of styles and colors from $7 shipped
• Nordstrom’s massive Anniversary Sale: Michael Kors non-iron dress shirt $39, more
• RAVPower 3,200mAh External Battery Pack w/ Flashlight: $7 Prime shipped (Reg. $13)
• American Express rolls out PayPal competitor, offers $10 statement credit for trying it
• Free PS Plus Games for July: Styx Master of Shadows, Rocket League, more
• Free Xbox Gold Games for July: Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, more

WD Elements 2TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive: $70 shipped (Reg. $100), more http://t.co/MX0Sx068Qb pic.twitter.com/XppZTF5hGu

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) July 21, 2015

New products & more:

Cusby adapters work like LEGO to let you build a custom USB-C hub

ZNAPS gives any Lightning or microUSB charging cable a MagSafe-like connector

• Jet.com is ready to battle Amazon and Walmart for your online shopping needs
• A-Bike Electric has powered assistance in the “lightest” package in the world
• Hot Toys is partnering with Disney to create an 18-foot long Millennium Falcon model
• Acer’s $100 Liquid Leap+ Fitness Watch for iOS/Android with a 20% discount
• The Remix Mini is a low-cost Android-based PC alternative
• The new slimmer MOOV NOW fitness tracker coaches you through your workouts
• Grado’s new Heritage Series headphones are made from native Brooklyn trees
• Sling Media introduces the new Slingbox M2 bundled w/ free downloads of the app
• SONOS announces new limited edition solid color PLAY:1 speakers

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9to5Toys Last Call: top-of-the-line previous gen 11″ MacBook Air $1,000, Monoprice Action Camera $60, more

Jun 26 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

• SanDisk’s behemoth 200GB microSD is now in-stock and ready to ship
• Silk by Saffron’s smart LED bulbs adjust your lighting based on the sun
• Add 4 hours of battery to a MacBook w/ Lenmar’s ChugPlug: $45 (Reg. $75+)
• Molson and Google team up on voice activated fridge that dispenses free beer
• Stream the series debut of HBO’s Ballers in HD for free
• Here’s a life-size model of Claptrap from Borderlands made entirely of LEGO
• Home: iDevices Bluetooth food thermometer $53 (Orig. $80), more

11.6-inch MacBook Air (previous gen) 1.7GHZ/8GB/512GB + freebies: $1,000 shipped (Reg. $1,200+)

Monoprice MHD 2.0 1080p Action Camera: $60 shipped (Reg. $90)

App Store Free App of the Week: Halftone 2 Comic Book Creator ($2 value)

Amazon’s Treasure Truck brings daily deals to the streets

Giveaway: Grovemade’s latest wooden creation provides a luxurious home for your Magic TrackPad

More new gear from today:

Free McGraw-Hill educational iOS apps for your kids: Monster Squeeze, Beat the Computer, more (Reg. $2 ea.)

Games/Apps: BioShock, Civ Rev 2 & XCOM go 50% off on iOS, Rayman Legends $20, iOS freebies, more

Firebox’s new WTF section has a $236K Apple Watch and a full-size Delorean

Daily Deals: Canon Multifunction Laser Printer $95, Insignia 65-inch LED 1080p HDTV $700, more

More deals still alive:

LG 49-inch 4K 60Hz Smart LED UHDTV: $600 shipped (Reg. $900)

Verus iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles & colors starting at $2 shipped

• Save $100 on Apple’s iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB: $399 shipped (Reg. $499)
• Free Xbox Gold Games for July: Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, more
• HooToo Wireless N Travel Routers 20% off: TripMate Nano $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)
• Speakers: PreSonus 4.5″ Powered Studio Monitors $163 (Reg. $200), more
• 3-pack of 3.3-ft Poweradd MFi Lightning cables $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $23)
• 100 Audible audiobooks for $5 each: The Great Gatsby, Fahrenheit 451, more
• LG 34″ UltraWide LED IPS Monitor w/ Thunderbolt 2: $750 shipped (Reg. $1,000)
• Garmin vívofit Bluetooth Fitness Band (refurb): $42 shipped (Orig. $130)
• iPhone 5 & 1-Yr Unlimited Talk/Text, 500MB LTE/m $300 shipped
• Incase up to 40% off sale + extra 15% + free shipping
• WD My Passport Pro 2TB portable storage w/ Thunderbolt cable $200 (Reg. $300)
• Headphones: JBL J33A in-ears w/ mic $15 (Reg. $24), more
• The best deals to really take advantage of Microsoft’s Xbox One free game promotion
• ZyXEL AV2 600Mbps Powerline Gigabit adapter kit $44 shipped (Reg. $70)
• Pad and Quill 10% off + free shipping: Apple Watch stands from $72, more
• HP Officejet Pro Wireless All-in-One Inkjet w/ AirPrint: $60 shipped (Reg. $90+)
• Ondesoft Mac Bundle w/ X-Mirage, iTunes Converter, more: free ($146 value)

New products & more:

LEGO unveils the highly detailed new Ferrari F40 Creator series set

The Luzi Smart Lamp has Siri-like powers with charging options for Apple Watch

• There’s a slim chance you’ll get the YEEZY BOOST 350 sneakers
• Polaroid’s mini 1-inch 1080p action camera refreshed with Wi-Fi integration for iOS
• The Roost smart battery adds iOS notifications to your old smoke detectors for $35
• The affordable Micro Drone 3.0 has a motorized camera mount and streams HD video
• The Camp Champ delivers an all-in-one luxurious kitchen experience to your tent
• Here’s our first real look at Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 for Xbox One and PS4
• Lexus just teased a new hoverboard and it looks awesome
• Ily puts video calls front and center with compatibility for iOS and Android devices
• Hulu secures its subscribers a 20% discount on the new Showtime streaming service
• Amazon Echo smart speaker now available for purchase for $180 shipped
• Watch this speedrunner clear Super Mario World in 23 minutes while blindfolded
• The new Forza 6 Limited Edition Xbox One console has a Ford GT inspired controller
• GameStop launches vintage games store and prices are all over the place
• Jabra’s new in-ear Bluetooth headphones track more than 40 exercises
• LEGO Minifigures Online is set to arrive with multi-platform play on Mac/PC/iOS
• McDonald’s new to-go box for bikes will have you cycling up to the drive-thru
• It took more than half-a-decade to knit this detailed replica Super Mario Bros. map
• Sony’s new Ultimate Player Edition PlayStation 4 comes with double the storage

E3:

• The 5 biggest iOS and Android games announced at this year’s E3 Expo
• Super Smash Bros. updates, Star Fox rolls onto Wii U, more
• Limited edition PS4 accessories celebrate PlayStation’s 20th Anniversary
• New games & hardware announced at E3 make Xbox One deserving of a second look
• Sony shows Last Guardian, Final Fantasy VII remake, Uncharted 4, Star Wars, more
• Microsoft unveils new hardware, 360 compatibility + Forza 6, Halo 5, more
• Bethesda’s real life Pip Boy for iPhone/Android, Dishonored 2, Doom, more
• Xbox Live Gold Members can enjoy EA Access for free this week

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9to5Toys Last Call: Logitech UE MINI BOOM $50, LG 49″ 4K UHDTV $600, iOS Free App of the Week, more

Jun 25 2015 - 9:01 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

• App Store Free App of the Week: Halftone 2 Comic Book Creator ($2 value)
• 100 Audible audiobooks for $5 each: The Great Gatsby, Fahrenheit 451, more
• The Luzi Smart Lamp has Siri-like powers with charging options for Apple Watch
• Free Xbox Gold Games for July: Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, more
• LEGO unveils the highly detailed new Ferrari F40 Creator series set
• There’s a slim chance you’ll get the YEEZY BOOST 350 sneakers
• LG G4 w/ 32 GB flash (factory unlocked): $500 shipped (Reg. $600)
• Home: WORX 8-in-1 Wheelbarrow yard cart $130 (Reg. $160+), more

Logitech UE MINI BOOM Wireless Portable Speaker (multiple colors) $50 shipped (Orig. $100)

LG 49-inch 4K 60Hz Smart LED UHDTV: $600 shipped (Reg. $900)

Headphones: Qy7 Bluetooth 4.1 Earbuds $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30), Sennheiser HD439 $40 (Reg. $55+), more

Amazon’s Treasure Truck brings daily deals to the streets

Save $100 on Apple’s iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB in Gold or Silver: $399 shipped (Reg. $499)

Giveaway: Grovemade’s latest wooden creation provides a luxurious home for your Magic TrackPad

More new gear from today:

Games/Apps: Dragon Age Inquisition $30, Skylanders Trap Team Wii U $30, Jump Out free, more iOS freebies

• New! LG 34″ UltraWide LED IPS Monitor w/ Thunderbolt 2: $750 shipped (Reg. $1,000)
• New! Daily Deals: Anker Portable Bluetooth Speaker $26, Toshiba 2TB HDD $80, more
• New! Speakers: PreSonus 4.5″ Powered Studio Monitors $163 (Reg. $200), more

Fenix 3-ft MFi Apple-certified Lightning cable $5 Prime shipped (Reg. $10) http://t.co/nXzcZz4XqF pic.twitter.com/WMa5UQDtG0

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) June 25, 2015

More deals still alive:

Verus iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles & colors starting at $2 shipped

HooToo Wireless N Travel Routers w/ file sharing 20% off: TripMate Nano $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $25), more

• 3-pack of 3.3-ft Poweradd MFi Lightning cables $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $23)
• Garmin vívofit Bluetooth Fitness Band (refurb): $42 shipped (Orig. $130)
• iPhone 5 & 1-Yr Unlimited Talk/Text, 500MB LTE/m $300 shipped
• Incase up to 40% off sale + extra 15% + free shipping
• WD My Passport Pro 2TB portable storage w/ Thunderbolt cable $200 (Reg. $300)
• Headphones: JBL J33A in-ears w/ mic $15 (Reg. $24), more
• The best deals to really take advantage of Microsoft’s Xbox One free game promotion
• ZyXEL AV2 600Mbps Powerline Gigabit adapter kit $44 shipped (Reg. $70)
• Pad and Quill 10% off + free shipping: Apple Watch stands from $72, more
• HP Officejet Pro Wireless All-in-One Inkjet w/ AirPrint: $60 shipped (Reg. $90+)
• App Store sale – Amazing Fantasy Games at least 50% off: Badlands $2, more
• App Store Free App of the Week: Warhammer Snotling Fling ($4 value)
• 4-Pack of Lexar 16GB TwistTurn USB Flash Drives $19 shipped (Reg. $24)
• Ondesoft Mac Bundle w/ X-Mirage, iTunes Converter, more: free ($146 value)

New products & more:

Polaroid’s mini 1-inch 1080p action camera refreshed with Wi-Fi integration for iOS

The Roost smart battery adds iOS notifications to your old smoke detectors for $35

• The affordable Micro Drone 3.0 has a motorized camera mount and streams HD video
• The Camp Champ delivers an all-in-one luxurious kitchen experience to your tent
• Here’s our first real look at Tony Hawk Pro Skater 5 for Xbox One and PS4
• Lexus just teased a new hoverboard and it looks awesome
• Ily puts video calls front and center with compatibility for iOS and Android devices
• Hulu secures its subscribers a 20% discount on the new Showtime streaming service
• Amazon Echo smart speaker now available for purchase for $180 shipped
• Watch this speedrunner clear Super Mario World in 23 minutes while blindfolded
• The new Forza 6 Limited Edition Xbox One console has a Ford GT inspired controller
• GameStop launches vintage games store and prices are all over the place
• Jabra’s new in-ear Bluetooth headphones track more than 40 exercises
• LEGO Minifigures Online is set to arrive with multi-platform play on Mac/PC/iOS
• McDonald’s new to-go box for bikes will have you cycling up to the drive-thru
• It took more than half-a-decade to knit this detailed replica Super Mario Bros. map
• Sony’s new Ultimate Player Edition PlayStation 4 comes with double the storage

E3:

• The 5 biggest iOS and Android games announced at this year’s E3 Expo
• Super Smash Bros. updates, Star Fox rolls onto Wii U, more
• Limited edition PS4 accessories celebrate PlayStation’s 20th Anniversary
• New games & hardware announced at E3 make Xbox One deserving of a second look
• Sony shows Last Guardian, Final Fantasy VII remake, Uncharted 4, Star Wars, more
• Microsoft unveils new hardware, 360 compatibility + Forza 6, Halo 5, more
• Bethesda’s real life Pip Boy for iPhone/Android, Dishonored 2, Doom, more
• Xbox Live Gold Members can enjoy EA Access for free this week

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad mini 2 $250, LG 50″ 4K UHDTV $1299, Kensington lock $17, more

Mar 20 2015 - 8:50 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

• Sennheiser Premium In-Ear Noise Blocking Headphones $20 (orig. $30)
• Halo fans! This Master Chief motorcycle helmet can now be yours
• Home: T-fal two tier steamer $29, Dyson DC65 upright vacuum (refurb) $240, more

Best Buy 2-Day Sale: iPad mini 2 $250, iMac from $1,000, Pebble Steel $170, much more

HDTVs: LG 50″ WebOS 4K UHDTV $1,299 (Reg. $1,499), Haier 58″ 1080p 120Hz $629 (Reg. $749), more

Kensington ClickSafe Keyed Laptop Lock $17 Prime shipped (orig. $40+)

iTunes Free App of the Week: Dark Echo ($2 value)

You’re going to want this $8 iPhone 6 armband if you plan to workout with Apple Watch

Exclusive: Incase 13-inch MacBook Air Hardshell Cases for $25 shipped (50% off)

Today is your last chance to enter our @CarvedLLC iPhone case giveaway! http://t.co/WB2Sv3bOwW pic.twitter.com/lqzBjiYKqp

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) March 20, 2015

More new gear from today:

Headphones: ATH-M50X Professional Over-Ears $129 (Reg. $169), Philips Over-Ears $63 (Reg. $75+)

• New! Daily Deals: Motorola Moto G $160, Seagate Expansion 5TB External HDD $130, more
• New! Games/Apps: The Order 1886 $40, Battlefield Hardline $54, Xbox One bundle $349, iOS freebies, more

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More deals still alive:

WD Elements 1TB Portable USB 3.0 Hard Drive: $50 shipped (orig. $70)

• Nomad launches two Apple Watch power accessories, save 22% on your preorder
• Seagate Diskless 2-Bay Network Attached Storage $100 shipped (Reg. $170)
• Belkin Fusive Portable Bluetooth Speaker $34 Prime shipped (Reg. up to $85)
• GoPro HERO4 Black 4K edition: $400 (Reg. $500)
• Samsung 850 EVO 500GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive $180 (Reg. $270)
• OtterBox Commuter Series iPhone 6 Case $17 shipped (orig. $35)
• Mophie Juice Pack Helium 1500mAh iPhone 5/5s battery case $27 shipped (orig. $80)
• Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS goes free for the first time (Reg. $4+)
• Media: dozens of Blu-rays for $4 ea, Red Hot Chili Peppers free live album, more
• Thinking Apple Watch? Pebble’s original timepiece might be a better buy for iOS users
• Harman Audio recertified sale: JBL Pebbles Speakers $25 (orig. $72), more
• Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M30x $55, Sennheiser HD 650 $290, more
• RAVPower 10400mAh Power Bank w/ dual USB ports: $17 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)
• TRENDnet 200 AV Nano Powerline Adapter Kit $20 shipped (orig. $50)
• Magazine subs from $4/yr: Wired, GQ, ESPN, Maxim, Men’s Fitness, Dwell, more
• uNu DX-6 iPhone 6 3000mAh MFi Battery Case $43 w/ in-store pickup (Reg. $80)
• Car mount iPhone 6: $10 (Reg. $23), MFi Lightning cable: $7 Prime shipped (Reg. $14)
• 1Password 5 for Mac is on sale for $35 (Reg. $50) – stop using weak passwords right now
• Klipsch Image X5 Noise-Isolating in-ear headphones $70 shipped (Reg. $90+), more
• Get started with Tile Bluetooth iOS/Android item trackers for $20 Prime shipped (20% off)
• Position iPad as a 2nd monitor w/ Twelve South HoverBar 3: $75 shipped (Reg. $100)
• Big USB battery/flashlights: Omaker 15,600mAh: $25, Power Vault 18000mAh: $30 shipped
• Apple Watch leather bands hit Amazon for $10

Apple extends deeper discounts to its refurbished store: AirPort Extreme $129, 13″ MacBook Air from $719, more

Apple laptops up to 25% off: MacBook Air from $750 w/ .edu, Pro w/ Retina display from $1,100 w/ .edu

Updated Apple TV pricing gets passed down as players refurbished by Apple hit a new low of $59

New products & more:

Bosch’s new REAXX table saw uses advanced sensors to protect your hands and its blade

• Atari’s new Fit app for iOS and Android rewards users w/ classic arcade games
• Sony’s PlayStation Vue is now available, but how does it compare to Sling?
• IK’s new iRig 2 guitar/instrument audio interface for iOS and Mac is now available
• Sling TV hits Xbox One w/ free 1-month trial for Live users, more channels announced
• Netflix April Preview: Daredevil season one, The Babadook, more
• This iPhone 6 case uses old fashioned power to keep your device alive
• Incase moves to manufacturing iPhone accessories in the United States, save 15%
• With summer approaching, SABER introduces the iPhone connected EDGE smart grill
• Sony announces free multiplayer weekend for all PS4 owners
• The Atlas Wristband can discern between different fitness activities

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9to5Toys Last Call: LG 40″ 4K UHDTV $499, iPad Air 128GB LTE $529, Modern Combat 5 goes free, more

Mar 18 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

• Sony’s PlayStation Vue is now available, but how does it compare to Sling?
• Harman Audio recertified sale: JBL Pebbles Speakers $25 (orig. $72), more
• Samsung 850 EVO 500GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive $180 (Reg. $270)
• IK’s new iRig 2 guitar/instrument audio interface for iOS and Mac is now available
• Media: dozens of Blu-rays for $4 ea, Red Hot Chili Peppers free live album, more
• Netflix April Preview: Daredevil season one, The Babadook, more
• This iPhone 6 case uses old fashioned power to keep your device alive
• Home: KRUPS Stainless Steel Juicer $75, Crayola products 40% off, more

Amazon Gold Box: LG 40-inch 4K 60Hz Smart UHD HDTV/Monitor: $499 shipped

128GB iPad Air w/LTE (silver): $529 shipped, tax in NY (orig: $929)

Also Best Buy has some deals if you are quick.

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Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS goes free for the first time (Reg. $4+)

Nomad launches two Apple Watch power accessories, save 22% on your preorder

Thinking Apple Watch? Pebble’s original timepiece might be a better buy for iOS users

Small States Review: Carved’s Live Edge iPhone 6 cases ensconce your device in one-of-a-kind raw wood, multiple giveaways

More new gear from today:

RAVPower 10400mAh Power Bank w/ dual USB ports: $17 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)

• New! uNu DX-6 iPhone 6 3000mAh MFi Battery Case $43 shipped (Reg. $80)
• New! TRENDnet 200 AV Nano Powerline Adapter Kit $20 shipped (orig. $50)
• New! Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M30x $55, Sennheiser HD 650 $290, more
• New! Daily Deals: 55-inch HDTVs refurb $400+, Belkin Car Charger w/ Micro USB $9, more
• New! Games/Apps: Color Strokes goes free (Reg. $2), more freebies
• New! Magazine subs from $4/yr: Wired, GQ, ESPN, Maxim, Men’s Fitness, Dwell, more

More deals still alive:

Caseology iPhone 6/Plus cases (multiple colors/styles) from $3 w/ free shipping

• Samsung D3 Station 4TB Desktop External Hard Drive $100 shipped (Reg. $150)
• Car mount iPhone 6: $10 (Reg. $23), MFi Lightning cable: $7 Prime shipped (Reg. $14)
• 1Password 5 for Mac is on sale for $35 (Reg. $50) – stop using weak passwords right now
• Klipsch Image X5 Noise-Isolating in-ear headphones $70 shipped (Reg. $90+), more
• Get started with Tile Bluetooth iOS/Android item trackers for $20 Prime shipped (20% off)
• Position iPad as a 2nd monitor w/ Twelve South HoverBar 3: $75 shipped (Reg. $100)
• Big USB battery/flashlights: Omaker 15,600mAh: $25, Power Vault 18000mAh: $30 shipped
• Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x over-ears w/ $50 Amazon credit $158, more
• PreSonus Ceres 3.5/4.5-inch powered speakers w/ Bluetooth from $130 shipped
• Apple Watch leather bands hit Amazon for $10
• Get ready for Game of Thrones season 5 w/ free iTunes music from Method Man, more
• JBL J56 BT Wireless Bluetooth on-ear headphones $60 shipped (Reg. $90+)
• Sabrent 60W/12A 10-Port USB Smart Charger: $23 shipped (Reg. $35), more
• Incase ICON MacBook and iPad sleeves from $40 shipped ($20 off)

iTunes Free App of the Week: 8bit Doves ($3 value)

Apple extends deeper discounts to its refurbished store: AirPort Extreme $129, 13″ MacBook Air from $719, more

Apple laptops up to 25% off: MacBook Air from $750 w/ .edu, Pro w/ Retina display from $1,100 w/ .edu

Updated Apple TV pricing gets passed down as players refurbished by Apple hit a new low of $59

New products & more:

Sling TV hits Xbox One with free one month trial for Live users, additional channels announced

• Incase moves to manufacturing iPhone accessories in the United States, save 15%
• With summer approaching, SABER introduces the iPhone connected EDGE smart grill
• Sony announces free multiplayer weekend for all PS4 owners
• The Atlas Wristband can discern between different fitness activities
• LyfeLens dash cam pushes live video to your iPhone and doubles as a hotspot
• Kitchen Tech: AeroPress lets you make fancy coffee and espresso at budget prices
• New iOS/Mac game releases: Sid Meier’s Starships & Gameloft’s Dungeon Hunter 5
• Moleskine announces new backpack and messenger style bags for travelers, artists, more
• Straight Outta Springfield: LEGO announces new Simpsons inspired sets

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPhone 6/Plus cases from $7, MacBook Air $199 off, Super Bowl HDTV deals, more

Jan 22 2015 - 9:00 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:
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• iTunes Free App of the Week – Shades: A Simple Puzzle Game ($1.99 value)
• Leatherman is going to put out a wearable multi-tool with a Swiss watch
• Klipsch STATUS Over-Ear Headphones (white) $85 shipped (orig. $250)
• Fashion: Save 40% off at Banana Republic, 70% at Abercrombie, more
• Speck CandyShell Grip iPad mini Case (multiple colors) $10 (orig. $45)
• Home: WORX Lithium Blower/Sweeper (refurb) $45 (orig. $100), more
• Nintendo Throwback Sale 2: Punch-Out!! $10 for Wii U, NES Remix 2, more
• HP Chromebox CB1 desktop computer: $130 (Reg. up to $180)
• IK Multimedia unveils the iRig Mic Studio and PowerBridge adapter for iOS/Mac + the new UA Android guitar interface

Amazon Gold Box – 30% off NuPro iPhone 6/Plus cases: multiple styles/colors from $7 Prime shipped

Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Air (newest version) 1.4Ghz/4GB/256GB: $1,000 ($199 off)

Apple 11.6-inch MacBook Air (mid 2013) 1.3GHz/4GB/256GB: $849 shipped (orig. $1,099)

Supersize your Super Bowl with these HDTV deals

Watch Amazon’s hit TV show Transparent for free and save 27% on Prime

Small States: Paper by FiftyThree pursues the new digital American Dream, multiple giveaways

More new deals:

• New! Canon PIXMA Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer w/ AirPrint $50 shipped (orig. $100)
• New! Games/Apps: Xbox One Assassin’s Creed bundle w/ Live $350, iOS freebies, more
• New! New iOS releases: The LEGO Movie Videogame and Square Enix’s Dragon Quest V
• New! Daily Deals: Vaas Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad: $11, more
• New! Jabra Solemate Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker w/ NFC $70 (Reg. up to $150)

More deals still alive:

• Belkin Loft MacBook Stand $32 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)
• Kensington KeyFolio Pro Plus Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard case for iPad Air: $35 (orig. $90)
• Multi-yr magazine subs from $4 per yr: Popular Science, Dwell, Wired, GQ, more
• Blumoo RF Remote Control adapter w/ streaming $85 (orig. $130), more
• Headphones: Sennheiser HD 518 $70 (Reg. $130), Velodyne vFree wireless $40 (Reg. $80+)
• SSDs: Samsung 850 Pro 256GB $160, Transcend SATA III 256GB $90, more
• Bluetooth Speakers: Sol Republic Deck $50 (Reg. $80), Yamaha $100 (Reg. $150+)
• Logitech K400 wireless keyboard w/ built-in touchpad $20 shipped (orig. $40)
• HDTVs: VIZIO 65-inch 4K $1,500 (Reg. $2,200), more
• iHome iW3 AirPlay Speaker w/ rechargeable battery $45 shipped (Reg. $60+)
• Break is exclusively streaming 200 Lionsgate movies for free
• Speakers: Pioneer Floorstanding Pair $120, Klipsch Outdoor $130
• $100 iTunes Gift Card for $87 shipped
• Transcend JetDrive 240GB SSD Upgrade Kits for MacBook Air & Retina Pro: $169
• D-Link Wireless AC1000 Dual Band Cloud Router $30 shipped (orig. $140)
• Expedia coupon code: save $25 on hotel stays of $100 or more
• The iMacompanion is the front USB Port your iMac deserves (15% off)
• Apple-certified MFi 3.3ft Lightning USB Cable: $7 Prime shipped, more
• Productivity Pack: Evernote, Wunderlist, LastPass, Pocket Premium subscriptions $60
• MacHeist Mac app bundle: Parallels Access, CodeKit, Speedy and more $15 ($239 value)
• Valiant Hearts: The Great War is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($4.99 value)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• The Internet Button from Spark lets you physically trigger all your IFTTT recipies
• Netflix set to begin streaming The Interview this weekend
• Plex is now available on PlayStation 3 and 4 for Pass subscribers
• Kitchen Tech: The best wine tools and restaurant-class champagne accessories
• Limited edition Borderlands preorder includes an iOS controlled Claptrap robot
• The new Avatar: Warrior’s Journey game is coming to iOS and Android this spring
• Free week of NBA League Pass for iOS, Android, Apple TV, more
• Mortal Kombat developer NetherRealm Studios releases free-to-play WWE iOS fighter
• Myo armband is set to go mainstream
• GE built a smart Keurig brewer directly into its new Café French Door refrigerators
• Cree enters the smart home space with its new Connected LED Bulb
• Here are the new premium Ultimaker 2 Go and 2 Extended home 3D printers

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9to5Toys Last Call: VIZIO 4K 50″ $800, JBL Lightning speaker/dock $109, 2,400 classic DOS games free, more

Justin Kahn Jan 6 2015 - 2:32 pm PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Update:

• Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro w/ Retina display 2.4GHz/4GB/128GB $1,000 w/ MIR (Reg. $1,300)

VIZIO 50-inch 240Hz Smart LED 4K UHDTV $800 shipped (Reg. $1,000)

JBL OnBeat Venue LT Bluetooth speaker w/ Lightning dock $109 shipped (orig. $240)

The Internet Archive steps up its game by offering nearly 2,400 MS-DOS classic titles for free

CES 2015:

Samsung portable SSD T1: smaller than a business card + 100 times faster than a traditional HDD
DISH brings Sling TV with ESPN, TNT, TBS and more to a myriad of streaming devices for just $20

Review: SmartThings offers an open and flexible home automation experience with a few caveats

More new deals:

• New! Dell 21.5-Inch 1080p LED IPS Monitor $110 shipped (orig. $170+)
• New! Daily Deals: ViewSonic 22″ Touchscreen $229, Brother Printer: $50, more
• New! Games/Apps: LEGO Beyond Gotham from $10, iOS freebies, more
  
• New! WD Dual Drive 2.5″ 120GB SSD + 1TB Hard Drive Kit $120 shipped (Reg. $180+)
  
• New! Home: 4-pack Contigo travel mugs $15, Philips beard trimmer $20, more
  

More deals still alive:

• Anker USB chargers: Astro E1 5200mAh & E5 16000mAh $41, 5-port $19, more
• OtterBox iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles and colors from $22 Prime shipped
• 5.1-Ch Surround Sound: JBL $200 (Reg. $375), Harman Kardon $190 (orig. $600)
• Download a free copy of Here’s the Metal compilation on Google Play
• Roundup: The best selfie sticks for your iPhone 6, 6 Plus, and 5/5c/5s
• Home: Stainless Steel electric kettle $20, heated blanket $40, storage set $25, more
• Dozens of iTunes Documentary movie rentals for $0.99 each
• HP Deskjet 2541 Wireless All-in-One: $26 pickup at Walmart
• Best Buy Outlet up to 60% off Incase, Logitech, Griffin, Belkin, more
• Fashion: save up to 50% on Patagonia, The North Face, more
• Free Xbox Live Gold/PS Plus Games for January
• Sony apologizes for network downtime with PS Plus extensions & 10% codes
• GoPro HERO4 Silver Action Cam w/$50 Amazon/Best Buy GC: $400
• iTunes Free App of the Week – Icycle: On Thin Ice ($2.99 value)
• iTunes year-end blowout: discounted HD movies/bundles, music, more
• Sennheiser MM30 in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $30 (Reg. up to $60)
• Become an Adorama VIP member for free ($149 value)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• Roku goes 4K Ultra HD with new Netflix partnership and upcoming Roku TVs
• Gogoro introduces the “world’s first” smart scooter and whole city charging solution
• CES roundup: ChillHub Smart Fridge, Harman Yurbuds, SanDisk and Netgear
• ION Audio: new hybrid smart LED light bulb speakers, Air LP Bluetooth turntable
• Kitchen Tech: The best bar tools for making amazing home cocktails (Part 1)
• LG intros four new displays ahead of CES 2015, including a 21:9 curved UltraWide
• Sony apologizes for network downtime w/ PS Plus extensions & 10% discount codes
• Gaming For Couples: The Room, The Room Pocket, and The Room 2
• Kitchen Tech: Bringing Professional, Modern Recipes and Techniques Home
• LG takes on SONOS with its new Music Flow multi-room audio system
• Samsung readies 34-inch 21:9 curved monitor
• 9to5 Guide: The best iPad stands, docks, and cases with built-in stand

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9to5Toys Last Call: Adonit Jot Touch Bluetooth iPad stylus $50, MacBook stickers BOGO, affordable UHDTVs, more

Dec 9 2014 - 4:38 pm PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Adonit Jot Touch w/ Pixelpoint Bluetooth LE pressure sensitive stylus for iPad $50 (Reg. $100)

MacBook/iPad stickers (multiple options) Buy One, Get One Free: $4 shipped (Reg. $40)

Amazon flips the switch on free 4K streaming for Prime members, here are the 4K UHDTVs you want to watch it on

More new deals:

• New! $50 gift card w/ purchase of iPhone 6 from Target – plus other stackable discounts
• New! Home: iRobot Mopping Robot $130 (orig. $200), more
• New! WD 2TB HDD w/ Adobe Lightroom 5 or Photoshop Premier Elements from $100
• New! Blue Microphones Spark USB/Lightning Mic for Mac/iOS $129 shipped (Reg. $200)
• New! Games/Apps: Infinity Blade $1, Leo’s Fortune $3, iOS freebies, more
• New! Pioneer 4K AirPlay A/V Receiver $347 shipped (Reg. $500)
• New! LG 27-inch 1080P IPS LED Monitor w/ HDMI: $180 shipped (Reg. $300)
• New! Audio-Technica ATH-PRO700 MK2 over-ear headphones $130 (orig. $230)
• New! Daily Deals: Olympus 12MP digital cam: $179, SOL Republic BT speaker: $69, more
• New! Pocket Gamer to offer one free iOS app every day for two weeks
• New! Groupon $10 off purchases of $20 or more: Jabra Solemate, iPhone cases, more
• New! Download a free copy of Eric Church’s “The Outsiders” album from Google Play

More deals still alive:

• MFi Certified 3ft. Lightning to USB Cable $7.49 (Reg. $10), 10ft. for $11 Prime shipped
• Bluetooth speakers: UE MINI BOOM $70, BOOM $170, JBL Charge 2 $130
• Bluetooth speakers: Marshall Stanmore $340, Gramovox Gramophone $350
• Headphones: Harman Kardon Over-Ears $140, Monster iSport In-Ears $100, more
• iPhone 6 Tempered Glass Screen Protector with curved edge finish: $5 shipped (Reg. $15)
• Media: Thor The Dark World $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $40), Blu-rays/DVDs from $3
• HDTVs: LG 55″ 4K 3D $1,170 (orig. $2,300), more
• Roku 3 $78 new or $65 refurb (orig. $100)
• Buy $10+ Starbucks Card eGift with a Visa card and get a $10 bonus for free
• Stickman iOS apps go free: Soccer, Tennis, Downhill, Motocross, more (Reg. $1 ea.)
• GoPro HERO4 Black w/ 32GB microSD, headstrap, $50 gift card: $500 ($597 value)
• SanDisk iXpand 32GB Lightning flash drive $60, more
• Kingdom Rush Frontiers is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($2.99 value)
• iPad Air 2s and Mini 3s $50-$100 off at Best Buy and 20% off select iPads at Staples
• iTunes Free App of the Week: God of Light ($1.99 value)
• PNY Turbo 256GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive: $70 shipped (50% off)
• Acer 13.3-inch Chromebook 2.1GHz/2GB/16GB: $200 shipped (orig. $300)
• TP-LINK AV500 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit $30 Prime shipped (orig. $70)

Holiday Gift Guides:

• Justin’s holiday gift guide: accessories to amplify your Mac set-up
• Trevor’s holiday gift guide: products that make life easier and look good doing it

New products/ongoing promos:

• Seagate’s new Archive drives pack 8TB of storage for less than $300
• Samsung releases an updated version of its best selling consumer SSDs
• Get three months of Spotify Premium for $0.99 ($30 value)
• Google doles out free $20 Play credits to Chromecast owners
• Tommy Hilfiger’s new solar jacket can charge two iPhones at once
• TRENDnet THA-101 combines a network extender and smart plug
• eBay puts the spotlight on cutting edge gadgets and then discounts them
• Google Play gives Chromecast users the original X-Men movie for free ($13 value)
• WeMo and Holmes team up to take the worry out of small room heaters
• Top 10 kids’ toys of 2014 per early Google Search data
• ShotTracker brings Bluetooth LE and data collection to your hoop game
• Twelve South makes the best iPhone 6/iPad dock even better
• Internet Archive brings 900 classic arcade titles to your web browser for free
• The thinnest iPhone 6/Plus cases we’ve found so far

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Amazon won’t charge extra for 4K content on Prime Instant Video

Nov 13 2014 - 4:04 pm PT

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(Update: We may have gotten a bit too excited about this announcement. While Amazon hasn’t officially commented on the matter, you’ll likely need a UHDTV with HEVC decoding to watch Amazon’s 4K offerings.)

Its been said before, but 4K may finally be on the cusp of breaking through. Ultra high-definition TVs from major brands are dropping like crazy and Apple pushed out a 5K iMac just a few months ago. The hardware is there, but the content from a pricing and availability perspective is still lagging behind.

We took a step in the right direction when Netflix began offering 4K content, but quickly took a step back once we found out it came with strings attached.

Fast forward to this week. Amazon has promised there will not be any additional fees for Prime members for streaming 4K content. Before the end of this year anyone with a Prime account and a UHD display/TV will be able to gaze at Alpha House in beautiful 4K without forking over any additional cash. Selection will be extremely limited and filled with Amazon exclusives at first, but more titles will be continually added.

Of course, access to streaming 4K content is in addition to other Prime benefits like free 2-day shipping and unlimited photo storage. Sign up for a free Prime trial or student account.

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Post-PC era in full swing, as Sony exits PC business and Apple leads in combined devices

Ben Lovejoy Feb 6 2014 - 4:58 am PT

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Sony has confirmed earlier rumors that it is exiting the PC business, selling both its computer division and the VAIO brand to a Japanese investment fund which plans to use the brand only within Japan, at least initially.

Once the coolest laptop brand around, VAIO notebooks were admired even by Steve Jobs for their slim form factors and sleek designs, and it was to Sony that Apple turned for help in designing its early PowerBook models. Sony, however, failed to maintain its design momentum, and found itself increasingly overtaken by smaller companies.

We described yesterday how Sony in 2001 turned down an offer from Steve Jobs to run Mac OS on Vaio laptops.

Sony is also restructuring its TV business, announcing that it will be focusing much more on high-end models. Sony is the current market leader in 4K TVs, a market Apple is expected to enter.

The news coincides with a report by Canalys that if you measure PC and tablet sales as a single category, considering both to amount to personal computers, then Apple is the leading computer manufacturer, with a 19.5 percent market share – more than HP and Dell combined.

Combining Macs and iPads, Apple sold just over 87 million personal computing devices last year (excluding iPhones).