Justin is the Editor-in-Chief at 9to5Toys. For well-over a decade he has covered everything from video games and smart home devices to iPhone and MagSafe accessories, EDC gear, and just about everything in between. A professional audio engineer/producer, he also specializes in home recording, microphones, digital audio, and streaming gear. See something cool out there? Developing the next viral Apple gear accessory? Or just want to talk deals? Contact him directly at justin@9to5mac.com for tips, pitches, and more.
Amazon Echo has a wide range of accessories and add-ons that support its eco-system. We have seen a plethora of smart devices that work with the Amazon speaker and its Alexa technology, but today the folks over at Compulocks have announced their latest Echo security device. Expand Expanding Close
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we have another solid list of discounted titles including iPoe 3, OmniFocus 2,Cradle of Rome 2 HD and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
Costco via its Wireless Center is offering a notable deal on iPhone today. If you buy or upgrade to iPhone 6s/Plus on T-Mobile you are eligible for a free $400 Costco Gift Card via mail-in rebate. It is valid on new and existing lines. Expand Expanding Close
The image manipulation app Gloomlogue is now available for free on the App Store. Regularly $1, this is the first time we have seen the app go free since November of last year. You likely won’t get another chance at grabbing this one for nothing for awhile. Rated 4+ stars from thousands. Expand Expanding Close
WaterField created a large selection of high quality tech accessories from Apple Pencil holders to laptop bags and everything in between. As any avid 9to5Toys reader would know, we are big fans of the work they do down in San Francisco, so we were excited to see the company unveil its latest carrier. Expand Expanding Close
We have another batch of discounted gift cards today, but eBay is also back with some rare offers including Nintendo and adidas. Add any two of the following gift cards to your cart to receive 10% off. That’s $100 worth of credit for $90 all courtesy of PayPal with free email delivery: Expand Expanding Close
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we have another solid list of discounted titles including Domino Drop, Gloomlogue, OTTTD: Over The Top Tower Defense, Stickyboard 2 and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
In today’s best console game deals, Amazon is offering Dishonored 2 on PS4 and Xbox One for $25.49 shipped. That’s an Amazon all-time low and within a couple bucks of the lowest we have ever tracked. My personal Game of the Year 2016, if you have not given Dishonored 2 a try, please do so, you’ll love it.
And the rest of the most notable deals are listed below:
You know those TV fireplace channels? Well this one is an app for Apple TV. Magic Fireplace is now available for free on the App Store. Regularly $1, this is the very first time we have seen the app go free. You’ll need to download it directly from your Apple TV by the looks of it. Rated 4+ stars from over 140 users. Expand Expanding Close
Colorware is one again offering 9to5Toys readers 10% off on its custom skins for MacBook, MacBook Pro, iPhone, iPad and Google Pixel/XL. Simply use code 9to5Toys during checkout. Expand Expanding Close
Companies are always trying to think of new, alternative ways for us to take calls from our smartphones. While for most, simply extending your arm with your smartphone in hand is plenty convenient enough, there are times when a hands-free situation can be, well, handy. Those ridiculous looking Bluetooth earpieces come to mind, as well the built-in microphones on just about every speaker on the market these days.
But for some, that’s just not good enough. We have already seen developers looking to alternate technologies to beam calls to our ears which includes Atari’s upcoming hat phones. And it looks as though the folks at Origami Labs have taken to Kickstarter to give bone induction another shot, essentially allowing us to take calls directly from our finger tips. Expand Expanding Close
Anker has become well known for its wide selection of power accessories. The company is unveiling “the new Anker” today. It is essentially some kind of relaunch effort for the already successful accessory maker. Founded in California in 2011, the company claims to be the number one charging brand in developed markets. The new look has some surprises in store, which are likely in the form of new products. More details on that along with some deals on its already very highly rated chargers below: Expand Expanding Close