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 is offering the Gerber StrongArm Fine Edge Black Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath for $42.33 shipped. Also available at Walmart. That’s $10+ off the regular price, the lowest Amazon has ever offered it for and the best we can find. It is an Amazon best-seller and carries a 4+ star rating from hundreds.
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You might know Rovio and its little avian-flinging games, Angry Birds. The series has amassed a strong following over the years and is one of highest-rated game franchises on the App Store. However, excitement for the brand has dimmed as of late despite the Angry Birds reaching into just about every product category Rovio could fling them in to. And now it looks like the developer is quietly testing the waters with the release of its latest IP, Battle Bay…
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We first heard about GE’s new smart table lamp late last year as the “first Amazon Alexa-embedded lighting product”. And today, the company has divulged a series of new details including Apple HomeKit support, pre-order discounts, release window and an official product name…
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We have a pair of digital classics today for Xbox One starting under $4 on Amazon. First up we have the Mega Man Legacy Collection for just $6. That’s about $11 under the going rate, the lowest we have ever seen it go for on Amazon and the best we can find. It includes all 6 of the original blue bomber titles along with the epic soundtrack, a museum mode and a Challenge mode that mixes up different elements from all 6 games. If your into classic platformers/action games, this is a must-have pack, especially at $6.
We also have DuckTales: Remastered for Xbox 360 and Xbox One for just $3.74 as a digital download from Amazon. Once again, it usually sells for as much as $15 and this is the best price we can find on one of the best and most beloved NES remakes ever. And that soundtrack though.
Both Mega Man Legacy and DuckTales Remastered are available for the same price on the Xbox Live Store as well.
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Beach Camera (96% positive in the last 12 months from 22,046 ratings) via Amazon is offering the Beyerdynamic DT 770 i Headphones for $99.99 shipped. Also available via BuyDig’s eBay Store. That’s as much as $100 below Guitar Center, $10 under our previous mention and the lowest we can find. This is the best price we have seen them go for on Amazon. Rated 3.9/5 stars but Beyerdynamic headphones are some of our favorite options in the price range.
This is the 16ohm set, which is ideal for smartphone use and does not require an additional DAC/headphone amp.
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we have solid deals on A Noble Circle, Hoopa City, Caterzillar, Take It Easy and the highly rated Disk Diag for Mac. All ofthe best Star Wars app sales can be found underneath of today’s list. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
On the eve of May the Fourth, we are already seeing some nice Star Wars products going on sale including a nice batch of discounted iOS and Mac apps. We are now seeing both the Star Wars Stickers iOS apps available for 50% off the usual price of $2. Star Wars Stickers 1 hasn’t dropped to just $1 since the holidays and this is the lowest we have ever tracked Star Wars Stickers 2. While reviews are somewhat split based the sheer amount of stickers available here, at $1 this is a sweet deal for anyone looking to litter their frauds Messages app with adorable Star Wars characters.
iOS Universal: Star Wars Stickers: $1 (Reg. $2)
iOS Universal: Star Wars Stickers2: $1 (Reg. $2)
LG and T-Mobile are now offering the LG G6 smartphone with a free Google Home thrown in for $500 shipped. It appears as though you will also “get a FREE LG G Pad X” with the purchase of the G6 at T-Mobile right now. As usual, the purchase requires you to also buy a $25 Sim Starter Kit and you’ll will be able to redeem your free Google Home after the fact right here. Along with the regular $130 value of the Google Home, today’s deal is as much as $280 off. For comparison, factory unlocked models are currently selling for $654 on Amazon where it carries a 4+ star rating.
You can get all the details in our hands-on review of the LG G6 and be sure to check out this custom transparent model.
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With the announcement of the new Microsoft Surface Laptop, it was only a matter of time before manufacturers came out of the woodwork with a new generation of accessories. WaterField Designs, one of our favorite boutique-like accessory makers, regularly drops high quality bags and device-specific cases for everything from the Nintendo Switch and Apple gear to the recently unveiled Microsoft Surface laptop. Just days after we caught our first real glimpse of Microsoft’s new notebook, WaterField is now debuting the new Bolt Crossbody laptop bag for Surface…
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Amazon is offering the Char-Griller Patio Pro Charcoal Grill (1515) for $63.18 shipped for Prime members only. Matched at Walmart. Outside of a limited Walgreens clearance sale a couple years ago, this is the best price we have tracked and the lowest Amazon has offered it for. It regularly sells for $80 and up at some retailers. Rated 4+ stars from over 440 Amazon customers.
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While we saw loads of Star Wars games go on sale for Mac and iOS this morning, we now have a great price on the stellar Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons at $2.99. Regularly $5, we haven’t seen the game for less than this in over a year now. Be sure to jump on this one while you can. While reviews are somewhat split on the App Store, this game was praised by reviewers for its story and mechanics.
iOS Universal: Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons: $3 (Reg. $5)
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we have a massive list of discounted Star Wars titles just in time for May the Fourth, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons and much more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
Reg. $50/$28
Amazon is offering tis Prime members the Little Tikes 3-Foot Trampoline for just $27.94 shipped. Matched at Walmart. That’s almost half the regular $50 price tag, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. It’s rated 4+ stars from over 1,940 customers on Amazon where it is the best-selling children’s trampoline.
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Rushhourwholesaler (98.1% Positive feedback from thousands) via eBay Daily Deals is offering a Microsoft Xbox One Wireless Controller (with 3.5 mm Audio Jack) for just $26.99 shipped. While not the newest model that can hook up to your Windows PC over Bluetooth, this is essentially identical otherwise, works with all Xbox One consoles and even features the built-in 3.5 mm audio jack. This model still sells for slightly less than the newest version at $43 and up on Amazon. This is the lowest price we have ever tracked on the controller. Rated 4+ stars from over 4,400 Amazon customers. Details below.
While the VR revolution may be underway, it still has some work to do. We have seen a number of interesting peripherals and upgrades added to existing systems from HTC, Samsung and Sony in order to better integrate the immersive gaming platforms into homes everywhere. After seeing the aGlass VR eye-tracking technology from one of HTC’s newly acquired startups recently, today the company is unveiling new details on the latest peripheral for its VR headset known as the Vive Deluxe Audio Strap add-on…
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Amazon is offering its Prime members the 65-foot RL Flo-Master 65HR8 Retractable Hose Reel with 8 Spray Pattern Nozzle for $67.78 shipped. That’s almost half the original price, as much as $25 below some listings, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 200 Amazon customers.
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Amazon has the Scotch Multi-Purpose Scissors (8-Inches, 1428) for $1.04 as an add-on item. That means you’ll need to include it in an order of at least $25 to redeem the special price. They ship free for Prime members or in orders over $35. That’s more than half the regular listing, the lowest Amazon has offered them for and the best price we can find. These scissors carry a 4+ star rating from over 540 customers and are the very best-selling option on Amazon. That 10-year ”Limited Warranty” sounds pretty good too.
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DiscountMags is offering 1 year subscriptions to Bon Appetit magazine for just $4.10 right now using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. It ships free to your front door with absolutely no sales tax every month and comes with a full digital (iPad and Nook) edition of each issue. That’s more than $10 below the regular listing and the best price we see on this title outside of special holiday bundles and the like. For comparison, a one year sub goes for $10 on Amazon right now and $15 from Bon Appetit direct.
As always, there is no sales tax, shipping fees or auto-renewals. Every magazine in your cart can be sent to a different address each month with a personalized gift note should you choose to do so.
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Amazon has the Oral-B Black Pro 1000 Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush for $39.99, but if you clip the $10 on-page coupon your total drops to just $29.99. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $35. That’s 50% below the original listing, matching the Amazon all-time low and the best we can find.
It is the very best-selling electric toothbrush on Amazon and carries a 4+ star rating from over 6,000 customers.
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(Update): Apple has officially selected Zip-Zap as the new App Store Free App of the Week.
Zip-Zap is now available for free on iOS. Regularly $2, this is the very first time we have seen the game go free on the App Store. Rated 4+ stars from over 400 gamers.
iOS Universal: Zip—Zap: FREE (Reg. $2)
Today’s Best iOS & Mac Game/App Deals: Star Wars Pinball, Splashtop Cam, more
Today’s Best Console Game Deals: Battleborn $7, LEGO City Undercover $44, more
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we have some more top tier freebies including Star Wars Pinball 5, Splashtop CamCam and the AURA Camera Photo Editor. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
While last month’s release schedule was packed with some major titles, May tends to be a bit slower considering E3 is just around the corner. While we might not have a huge number of releases this month, we do have some great new games including one I am personally excited for which is Prey from Arkane Studios, along with NetherRealm’s DC fighter injustice 2, a new Fire Emblem game and more…
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If you’re a gamer, you more than likely have at the very least two different controllers in your house, or on you, if not more. One for the Xbox, one for the PS4, maybe a gamepad you use with your Mac/PC and then your phone itself. There are loads of iOS and Android games that play much better with a physical external controller to add on top of that. Sure there are options out there that makes this a little bit less annoying, and for most hardcore consoles gamers it is the first party options or nothing. Nonetheless, a single universal gamepad that could get the job done is in the works known as the ALL-Controller.
Reg. $20+/$10
Amazon has the Brother P-touch Easy Portable Label Maker (PTH110) for $9.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. Matched at Staples. That’s more than 50% below some listings, matching the all-time low and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 50 Amazon customers.
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Amazon is offering its Prime members the Allen Sports Premier Hitch Mounted 5-Bike Carrier for $103.51 shipped. That’s more than 50% below the original listing, the lowest Amazon has ever offered on this model and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from nearly 170 Amazon customers.
Ideal for camping/biking trips, there is a handy tool in the top right corner of the listing page to ensure you get the right model for your vehicle.
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Bloomingdale’s is offering the Beats by Dr. Dre Pill+ Portable Wireless Speaker in black or white for $149. You’ll need to purchase it in an order of at least $150 to receive free shipping or sign up to the loyalty program for free. That’s $80 below the original listing, $50 under Amazon/Best Buy and the best price we can find. Rated 4+ stars from nearly 500 Amazon customers.
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The official Newegg eBay Store is offering the PlayStation VR headset for $349.99 shipped. That’s $50 under the regular price/Amazon/Best Buy and the lowest price we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 520 Amazon customers.
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This week’s gift card deals are highlighted by up to 20% off at the Gap, Jiffy Lube and Applebee’s. All of the deals below come courtesy of the official PayPal eBay Store (which requires a valid US PayPal account for purchase) and trusted dealer SVM Giftcards. PayPal’s deals ship within a few hours via email (sometimes up to 24 hours) and SVM ships them to your front door for free.
The Gap card can be redeemed in-store or online at the Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and more. Details below.
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Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, eLuxury Supply (98% positive in the last 12 months from 8,053 ratings) via Amazon is offering some notable deals on outdoor rugs to get your patio looking right. There are three different options in the sale starting at $43.99 shipped, each with 3 color options. They generally sell for $60 to $140 and are currently listed at the lowest prices we can find. Everything carries 4+ star rating on Amazon and are reversible with an alternate pattern on the other side.
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we are seeing loads of notable freebies including Sticky Notes HD, The Game of Life, Blocko and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
“MAKE CHOICES, GET PAID, OR LOSE IT ALL!” The Game of Life for iOS is now available for free on the App Store. Regularly listed at $3 or so, we have never seen the 4+ star-rated game go free since its release back in summer 2016.
iOS Universal: The Game of Life: FREE (Reg. $3)
Today’s Best iOS & Mac Game/App Deals: Sticky Notes HD, The Game of Life, more
Today’s Best Console Game Deals: Super Bomberman R from $32, Uncharted 4 $18, more
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Fieldrunners is now available for free for the very first time. The game has sat at $1 for years on the App Store, so if you’re into tower defense games you’ll want to grab this one while you can. Rated 4+ stars from over 40,000 gamers.
iOS Universal: Fieldrunners: FREE (Reg. $1)
Here are today’s best iOS/Mac app deals along with the best price drops on console. We also saw the original 3 games in the Final Fantasy series go 50% off this morning on iOS and Final Fantasy VI is still at its lowest price ever.
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IK Multimedia is a well known company is the music production space, especially for its mobile audio interfaces and other affordable accessories. The company has a set of monitor speakers known as the iLoud Micros that promised to offer high-quality audio reproduction with a ultracompact footprint and affordable price point. As someone who has always invested quite dearly in my home speaker set-up, I thought it might be time to start auditioning some contenders for alternate, near-field monitoring options and mobile recording set-ups that wouldn’t break the bank. Fortunately, the folks at IK Multimedia were kind enough to send a pair over to the office for us to get our hands on…
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This morning eBay launched a new home goods promotion offering an extra 20% off select sale items. While there are a loads of solid options here, another great pick is this 2-Pack of Zero Gravity Patio Chairs which drops to just $39.99 shipped when you apply code PERFECTSTART at checkout. Similar sets for as much as $64 on Amazon and this is the lowest price we can find. Outside of limited deals that required MasterPass and things of that nature, this is matching the lowest price we have ever tracked. This deal comes courtesy of the Xpectmoreforless eBay Store (98.5% Positive feedback from over 315,000 reviews).
These patio chairs are the best selling option on Amazon and carry a 4+ star rating from almost 700 customers.
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Amazon is offering the LEGO Technic CLAAS XERION 5000 TRAC VC Building Kit (42054) for $112.25 shipped. That’s almost 40% below the original $180 price tag, the lowest Amazon has ever offered it for and the best we can find. Matched at Walmart.
This 1,977-piece kit comes with a LEGO Power Functions motor “for an array of motorized functions, including a rotating cab, extendable outriggers and automated crane arm, plus huge tractor tires, working crane claw and front-wheel, 4-wheel and crab steering”. More details below.
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Amazon has the 22-Inch Weber Original Kettle Premium Charcoal Grill in black or copper (14401001) for $129 shipped. That’s about 13% below the regular $150 price tag, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and just in time for the nice weather. It is the best-selling charcoal grill on Amazon and carries a 4+ star rating from over 750 customers.
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eBay Daily Deals is now offering an extra 20% off select home goods for a limited time. Simply use code PERFECTSTART and checkout with PayPal to redeem the special pricing. While there are a number of solid deals available here, one standout is the Hoover LiNX Signature Cordless Stick Vacuum (BH50020) which drops to just $95.99 shipped after using the above promo code. That’s $55 under the regular $150 price tag, more than $50 below Amazon and the best price we can find. It has never dropped below $99.99 on Amazon where it receives a 4+ star rating from over 8,500 customers. Today’s deal is even less than most retailers charge for the basic model. Details below.
You can browse the rest of the eligible home items in the sale right here (scroll down until you see: “20% off Home Deals Use Code: PERFECTSTART”) including cookware, more vacuums, bedding, office chairs and much more. The rest of your deals on items for around the house can be found in our Homes Good Guide.
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After seeing the stellar Final Fantasy VI hit its lowest price ever on the App Store this week, we now have the original trilogy on sale as well. All three are now matching the lowest price we have ever tracked on iOS starting at $3.99. They combine for a 4+ star rating from thousands.
iOS Universal: FINAL FANTASY: $4 (Reg. $8)
iOS Universal: FINAL FANTASY II: $4 (Reg. $8)
iOS Universal: FINAL FANTASY III: $7 (Reg. $14)
iPad: FINAL FANTASY III for iPad: $8 (Reg. $16)
You’ll find all the best iOS/Mac app deals right here, and head over to this morning’s roundup for all things console.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals we are seeing some fantastic prices on Final Fantasy titles, along with SKRWT, Car Club:Tuning Storm and 50% off GRID 2 Reloaded Edition for Mac. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Gas Cubby by Fuelly, the MPG, Mileage & Fuel Economy tracker app for iOS, is now available for just $2.99. That’s 50% below the regular listing and the best price we have seen since December of 2016. The last time we have seen go for less was back in 2014. Rated 4+ stars from over 4,500 users.
iOS Universal: Gas Cubby by Fuelly: $3 (Reg. $6)
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Amazon is offering the Post-it Full Adhesive Roll (1 in x 400 in, Green) for $2.21 as an add-on item. You’ll need to include it in an order of at least $25 to redeem the special pricing. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $35. That’s more than half the regular $6 price tag it fetches from most retailers, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 230 Amazon customers. Details below.
Apple has now handpicked Lily Playful Music Creation as the App Store’s latest Free App of the Week. Regularly $2 , this is the very first discount we have ever seen on the app since it released back in August of 2016.
iOS Universal: Lily Playful Music Creation: FREE (Reg. $2)
Amazon is offering the OXO Good Grips 3-Blade Spiralizer with StrongHold Suction for $29.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. That’s 25% or $10 under the regular price, matching the Amazon all-time low and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 260 Amazon customers.
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Amazon has the Remington Rodeo 51cc 2-Cycle 18-Inch Gas Chainsaw (RM5118R) for $151.32 shipped. That’s almost $50 under the regular price, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best price we can find. It goes for $200 at Home Depot and Lowe’s. Rated 3.8/5 stars from over 270 Amazon customers.
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Amazon is offering the Char-Broil Deluxe Digital Electric Smoker (725 Square-Inch) for $194.51 shipped. That’s more than $100 under the original listing, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best price we can find. For comparison, the next best offer is Walmart at $201.77 shipped. Rated 4+ stars from over 250 Amazon customers.
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Amazon has a pair of DEWALT promos running right now including an extra 30% off when you purchase 3 select DEWALT tools. That discount will automatically apply in the cart on eligible tools, just be sure to choose Amazon as the seller. Everything in the sale ships free for Prime members or in orders over $35.
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When Nintendo Switch launched some two months ago for $300 it broke sales records just about everywhere it was available. In fact, it sold more in the first weekend than any other Nintendo hardware release in history. For those lucky enough to their hands on one in the interim, the unbelievable Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild lay in wait. A game that not only saw near perfect review scores across the board, but one that also became Nintendo’s best-selling title in Europe ever.
Needless to say, this is one sought after console and Nintendo is still fumbling to fill the needs of consumers. While we are still waiting on the impending ramp up in Switch production, don’t worry, GameStop has already received another shipment available for purchase this week…
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Today’s best iOS/Mac game deals are a little bit thin but we still have Final Fantasy 6 at its lowest price ever along with an amazing deal on Archibald’s Adventures. Today’s deals are highlighted by the fun little puzzler He Likes The Darkness which now available for free. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best games curated by hand down below:
iOS Universal: He Likes The Darkness: FREE (Reg. $2)
iOS Universal: FLASHOUT 3D: $1 (Reg. $3)
iOS Universal: Dungeon Rushers: $3 (Reg. $5)
iPad: Hexus HD (Full): $1 (Reg. $3)