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Simon Walsh is the Data Analyst at 9to5Toys. When he’s not writing about notable deals for the site, he’s bound to be coding a way for the entire team to uncover even more discounts when they pop up in the future. He is adamant that deals pitched to our readers actually offer a good value and aren’t focused solely on the amount of dollars saved. While fascinated by gaming and tech products, he’s not afraid to touch on everyday products that fall into categories ranging from home goods to organizational products, and much more. You can send tips, pitches, or any general feedback you may have to simon@9to5mac.com.

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Have a physical copy of Fornite? It may be worth a fortune on Amazon

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Fortnite has taken the world by storm. As of a couple of weeks ago it was made available on Nintendo Switch, putting it on all three major consoles, iOS, PC and Mac. Many players may be surprised to know that before the Fortnite became a wild success, it was also available as a physical disc. With the game now having over 125 million players, physical copies are being deemed as collectibles and are listed on Amazon for up to $1,000.


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The Fiiz is a stylish bike that can be folded in 20 seconds and disassembled without tools

Kruschhausen, a company based in Germany, has a new foldable bike available for order starting today. It is called The Fiiz, and it attempts to rethink foldable bikes with a breathtakingly simple design that can be go from ridable to portable in just 20 seconds. It also sports useful features that make it require less maintenance than a standard bike.
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The Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack offers peace of mind for $335 (Reg. $400)

Update (6/27): The SAVE15 coupon code is no longer active, but you can still score the original deal priced at $339 shipped using ALT50N during checkout.

Update (6/26 @ 2:20pm): Trusted seller ProElectronics Distributing Inc. via Rakuten is now offering the Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $334.95 shipped when coupon code SAVE15 has been applied at checkout.

Trusted seller Altatac via Rakuten is currently offering the Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $339 shipped when coupon code SAVE15 or ALT50N have been applied at checkout. Note: You’ll need to be logged in to your free Rakuten account to use either code. That’s a savings of $60 off the going rate found at Best Buy and is the best price we can find. The Nest Secure alarm system gives you peace of mind knowing that it will send alerts to your phone if sensors detect anything abnormal. Rated 4/5 stars. Learn more from our announcement coverage.
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Aquio packs an iHome Bluetooth speaker into new water bottle, eliminating an item in your bag

Earlier today, a new company called Aquio announced that it has partnered with iHome to release a bottle for carrying both cold and hot liquids that doubles as a Bluetooth speaker. It holds 16 ounces of liquid, packs a 5-watt speaker, and an IP67 dust/water resistance rating in a sandproof design, making it a great choice for frequent beach-goers.


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MoviePass will soon let subscribers bring friends, family plans being considered

There’s a good chance that you’ve heard about MoviePass, the subscription service that lets you watch multiple movies in theaters a month for less than the price of a regular ticket. The longevity of the MoviePass‘ business model has been questionable at best, but nevertheless it continues to innovate with today’s announcement that the option to bring a friend will be coming soon.
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Xiaomi announces new Mi Band 3 w/ water resistance, larger display, and budget price tag

Xiaomi has done it again. Today the company announced an upgrade to its Mi Band. Similar to its predecessor, the Mi Band 2, the Mi Band 3 is a fitness tracker packed with lots of features at a very affordable price. It retains many features, and somehow they found a way to pack in new features while keeping the price nearly the same. A move that clashes with the recent trend of consumer electronics becoming more expensive year over year.
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HP refreshes its Omen 15 laptop with a faster, smaller, and more powerful design

Last year HP showed that it was putting more of an effort into its gaming lineup with its laptops that weighed over 10-pounds. A move that showed HP was not willing to sacrifice raw power for portability, it was something that many gaming enthusiasts would cheer for. While the HP Omen 15 is does not weigh 10-pounds, it is packed with power at a price that seems to be a good value.


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Acer’s gaming-focused Predator Helios 500 laptop is a force to be reckoned with

Acer revealed its powerful Predator Helios 500 Notebook yesterday. It is aimed directly at gamers with configuration options that are sure to provide incredible performance in a portable computer. Its large 17.3-inch display rocks 4K resolution, or 1080p if the users prefer an incredible 144Hz refresh rate (a nice touch that gives gamers an edge against their competition).
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Hisense’s latest 4K TV comes in four sizes, is budget-friendly, and integrates Alexa

Hisense today has added yet another TV lineup to it portfolio. Originally shown at CES, the H8E offers a lot of what you would expect in 2018. Features like 4K, HDR, and Motion Rate 120 are pretty common, but what sets this TV apart is Alexa integration. Users will be able to control their TV using the popular voice assistant with a voice controlled remote or via the Hisense Remote Now app.
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New Nintendo Switch co-op ‘Go Vacation’ delivers 50+ mini-games, coming in July

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If there is one thing that differentiates Nintendo from the competition, it is its focus on games that support local multiplayer. In a generation of consoles whose games typically offer online-only multiplayer, it is like a breath of fresh air to see Nintendo’s console keep local multiplayer alive. With the announcement of Go Vacation from Bandai Namco, we will have one more option to play with our friends on Nintendo Switch.
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Incase’s ProConnected carry-on powers your MacBook w/ integrated USB-C power delivery

As of today you can order Incase’s new ProConnected 4-Wheel Hubless Roller, a smart carry-on for when you travel. Its stand-out feature is a battery that is powerful enough to charge the latest USB-C-equipped MacBook Pro and two other devices. Users can also track their bags location via Bluetooth using the Incase Smart app for iOS and Android.
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Sinemia to cash in on MoviePass controversies by offering US movie ticket subscription

Today, Sinemia announced that it will offer its movie ticket subscription service in the United States. Up to this point, MoviePass has been dominant in the U.S., offering subscribers up to 1 movie ticket per day for the unbelievable price of $9.95/month. Sinemia’s subscription options do not match this pricing, but do offer some other perks that some customers may prefer.
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Oculus Go is now available for purchase at $199 via authorized retailers

Today at Facebook’s F8 developer conference, Oculus announced that the affordable Oculus Go VR headset is now available for order. Not a bad turnaround considering that Oculus Go was first revealed in October. Oculus is trying to make a big splash with this release by keeping the price low and availability high by releasing it across 23 countries.
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Atari’s retro VCS console gets official pricing, pre-order date, and more

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Update (5/31): The Atari VCS is now available for pre-order and has already been funded with an entire month left to go.

If you read our coverage back in March of Atari VCS, we had a general idea about pricing and pre-order dates, but detailed information was lacking. At that time Atari said that it would provide this information in April, and today, the company did just that. Atari today announced a concrete pre-order start date, where the VCS can be ordered, initial pricing information, and a general shipping timeframe.


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Garmin announces Approach Z80 rangefinder, featuring GPS and preloaded map overlays

Give yourself an edge this golf season with the new Garmin Approach Z80, announced earlier today. The Approach Z80 is Garmin’s latest rangefinder. It can measure your distance to the flag from up to 350 yards and adds graphical overlays to the course you are standing on. These virtual markers allow players to view the shape of each green and also take note of distances to hazards.
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Amazon said to be developing robots for in-home consumer use

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There is nothing more sci-fi than robots. One could argue that building robots that interact with people could be one of the most challenging products to create. Some of the closest things we have to robotic assistants are virtual assistants such as Siri, Google Assistant, and Alexa. Even though they have been around for many years, it seems that only recently have consumers started to accept the awkwardness associated with talking to them.

Despite the rough start that virtual assistants have had up to this point, rumor has it that Amazon is working on something much more daunting – the development of physical robots for in-home use.
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Nintendo eases concerns with replacement part availability for Labo kits

When Nintendo announced Labo (a platform designed to get children interested in engineering) back in January, many fans were concerned that cardboard may not have been the best material choice. While cardboard is flexible, inexpensive, and easy-to-use, it can also be susceptible to spills, tearing, squishing, things that most children have been known do. When pairing this concern with cost to replace a kit, it seemed like a gamble if you and your family would get your money’s worth. Nintendo put many of these fears to bed today by announcing replacement parts can be purchased directly from manufacturer.
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Canon unveils new ultra-portable IVY photo printer for iPhone & Android

Canon has added a new photo printer to its line-up today. Called the IVY, it is Canon’s smallest and lightest photo printer to date. It weighs less than 6 ounces and measures just 4.7-inches long, 3.2-inches wide, and 0.7-inches high. With a product this portable, you can easily pocket this device alongside your smartphone. In fact, those two items are all that you will need to print photos on the go.
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