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.
The latest main entry in the Final Fantasy series released recently to favorable reviews despite a somewhat drastic departure with its real-time combat system. This morning we featured one of the best deals we have seen thus far on the 15th major Final Fantasy release, and now some it’s time for some Blu-rays.
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AnkerDirect via Amazon is offering the Anker SoundCore nano Bluetooth Speaker for $16.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s as much as 20% below the usual listing, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from nearly 130 Amazon customers.
Along with a 4 hour battery life and Anker’s 18-month warranty, the SoundCore nano ships with a hand-strap, micro USB charging cable and a micro USB to aux cord. Features below.
If this is a little too small for you, we also have a great deal on the Harman Kardon Onyx Studio Wireless Bluetooth Speaker and even more options in this morning’s Smartphone Accessories roundup.
Yesterday Sony unveiled its new Glacier White PS4 Slim, and now we have some new hardware from Microsoft. Gamers are getting new colorways for the Xbox One wireless controller: two-tone red and military green/orange.
Ahead of this week’s Switch event, Nintendo has just put about 120+ digital games on sale via the e-Shop. We are getting a pretty even split of discounted titles across Wii U and Nintendo 3DS starting from under $1. Down below we have listed out some of our top picks from the sale. While not all-time lows across the board, each of these titles are at the lowest price we can find and can be downloaded from home.
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Amazon is offering the ChefLand 8-Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoon Set for $5.38 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s 50% below some listings, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. This is the very best-selling measuring cup set on Amazon and carries a 4+ star rating from over 1,700 Amazon customers.
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BuyDig has the Audio-Technica ATH-CKS55USBK Solid Bass Noise Isolating In-Ear Headphones for $33 shipped. That’s about $17 under the usual $50 price tag at Amazon, matching our previous mention and the best we can find. We haven’t seen them for less in years. Rated 4+ stars from over 200 Amazon customers.
Newegg is offering a $50 Nike Gift Card with an additional $10 card thrown in for $50 shipped. The free $10 GC will automatically be added to your cart at checkout. That’s slightly under 17% off your next purchase on the wide selection of workout gear, street apparel, and footwear Nike has to offer at its retail locations and online storefront. Better yet, you can purchase as many as 3 of these and get a nice little deal on that next Jordan release you have your eye on, or even deeper deals during one the many Nike sales we feature on 9to5Toys. More details below.
And here are a few more notable gift card deals courtesy of PayPal and SVMGift Cards over on eBay:
Popular protein supplement company MyProtein is offering up to 30% off select products right now using code IMPACT at checkout. That means you can bring the company’s Impact Whey Protein down to just $12.59 for a 2.2-pound bag or just $25.19 for a 5.5-pound bag. Strawberry Cream or Double Chocolate flavors are available as part of today’s deal. Regularly as much as $40 for the larger capacity bag and around $20 for 2.2-pound option, this is the best price around. The smaller bag will cost you more than $30 on Amazon where MyProtein products get great reviews.
While you’ll need to spend at least $70 to bag free shipping, this is a fantastic time to stock up. Even better, if you drop $60 or more, My Protein will throw in a free MixMaster Shaker bottle (Reg. $4).
And remember, Amazon is offering 35% off loads of Vitamins and Supplements for today only starting at under $5 Prime shipped.
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Best Buy is now offering Apple’s current generation base model 13-inch MacBook Air 1.6GHz/8GB/128GB (model MMGF2LL/A) for $799.99 shipped. That’s $200 off the regular price and the best currently available.
You can knock and extra $50 or so off if you opt for Best Buy’s current open-box option (found directly beside the price on the listing page). “Product has passed the Geek Squad Certified process, has been professionally cleaned, looks brand new and includes original parts and accessories.”
At under $1,000 (and even less today), this might be one of the best and most affordable web browsers or student machines on the market. It has 128GB of solid state storage, 8GB of RAM, two USB 3.0 ports, Thunderbolt 2, 802.11ac Wi-Fi Bluetooth, an SDXC card slot and more.
If that hard drive sounds like it’ll fill up quick on you, an additional 256GB of semi-permanent storage with Transcend’s JetDrive Lite might be in order.
And if it’s the latest model MacBook Pro you’re after, you’re in luck. We have the non-Touch Bar model for $200 off right now and, in other Apple deals, be sure to hit up our Guide for deep discounts on iPad mini and iPad Pro.
After releasing the PS4 Pro and PS4 slim updates last year, it looks like Sony is ready to launch a new colorway. The Glacier White 500GB PS4 Slim is set for release in PAL regions come the end of the month, and while we are yet to hear word on a North American date, chances are it’s on the way.
Not to be confused with the already available Glacier White previous gen PS4 or the Special Edition Destiny model, this is a brand new slim version that will be shipping with a glacier white DualShock 4 to match.
It is expected to hit store shelves in PAL regions come January 24th. In the meantime, we have some solid deals on current gen PS4 bundles and the black DualShock 4 controller.
Here is the release video and some high-res images:
Later this month you’ll have the option of an all-new colour variation of the smaller, slimmer and lighter new-look PS4 console.
The Glacier White PlayStation 4 will be available across the PAL region from 24th January, joining the original console colour version and comes with a 500GB HDD and an accompanying Glacier White Dualshock 4.
The Legend of Zelda Art & Artifacts book is set for release in late February as the sequel to Dark Horse’s 2013 best-seller Hyrule Historia. We previously detailed the coffee table book back when pre-order prices dropped on Amazon (still available), and now Dark Horse is unveiling the epic Special Edition version of the book.
Amazon’s Gold Box Deals tend to offer the absolute lowest prices on just about every item it features. But today it is offering the Hoover FloorMate Deluxe Hard Floor Cleaner (FH40160PC) for $84.05 shipped, which isn’t a bad price, but it’s even less directly from Hoover. You can pick it up for just $69.99 shipped right now. That’s another $14 below the already all-time low at Amazon and the best we can find. This model carries a 4+ star rating from over 3,000 Amazon customers.
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Dyson is offering its Ball Allergy Upright Vacuum in refurbished condition for $189.99 shipped (price will adjust automatically in the cart). That’s $310 under the original listing, $160 below Amazon and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 120 Amazon customers.
Easily one of the hottest items of last year was Nintendo’s NES Classic Mini console. The thing is nearly impossible to get and when it does go in-stock at major retailers, it goes quick. Very quick. Despite the popularity of the machine, many were disappointed to hear that it will only ever be able to play the 30-games it came with. They are 30 pretty amazing classics, but with such a massive library of beloved titles, it was a pretty big let down.
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Amazon is offering the AmazonBasics 3-Piece Baking Sheet Set for $11.29 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s over 25% below the original price, within $0.29 of the all-time low and the best we can find. This is the very best-selling baking set on Amazon and it carries a 4+ star rating from over 160 Amazon customers.
If you’re looking for something even less expensive, the highly-rated Wilton Recipe Right 3 Piece Cookie Pan Set is only $10 shipped for Prime members right now.
Amazon has the LEGO Minecraft The Iron Golem (21123) for $14.99 shipped for Prime members only. That’s $5 under the regular price and the lowest Amazon has offered it for. It includes 2 mini figures, a build-able torch along with an “iron golem and a baby pig”. More details below.
Amazon is offering a 4-Pack of Scotch Magic Tape In Dispensers (3/4in. x 300in.) for $2.72 as on add-on item. That means you’ll need to include it in an order of at least $25 to redeem the special price. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s more than 50% below some listings and the lowest Amazon has ever offered it for. Rated 4+ stars from over 60 Amazon customers. Details below.
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Amazon is offering the Oster DuraCeramic Belgian Waffle Maker (CKSTWF1502-ECO) for $15.29 with free shipping for Prime members or ignorers over $49. Matched at Target with additional 5% off for REDcard holders. That’s $10 under the orignal listing, $5 below the average selling price and the lowest Amazon has ever offered it for. Rated 4+ stars from over 350 Amazon customers.
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Amazon has the 8 Quart Instant Pot 7-in-1 Programmable Electric Pressure Cooker (IP-DUO80) for $129 shipped. Matched at Walmart. That’s between $30 and $50 below the average selling price and the best we can find. This is the lowest Amazon has offered this model for. Rated near perfect from over 14,000 customers.
Best Buy is offering the Sennheiser HD558 Audiophile Over-the-Ear Headphones for $79.98 shipped. That’s $100 under the original listing, up to $20 below Amazon’s usual price, matching our previous mention and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 1,000 Amazon customers.
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Amazon has the Cuisinart Stainless Steel 6-1/2-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker (PSC-650) within a couple dollars of its all time-low right now at $72.48 shipped. But we are also seeing this model available on Woot today in refurbished condition for $61 shipped (w/ Amazon fulfillment). It generally sells for over $90 at most retailers including Walmart. It has a 4+ star rating from over 400 Amazon customers. Features below.
If you’re looking for something less expensive, this $22 Hamilton Beach gets solid reviews along with this highly-rated Proctor-Silex 4-Quart Slow Cooker for under $15 Prime shipped.
Whirlpool is showing off its transfer-free home laundry system with the new Smart All-in-One Care Washer and Dryer Combo at CES. While not the first of its kind, it offers a suite of interesting smart features with the connected Whirlpool iOS/Android apps and Amazon Dash.
DiscountMags is offering a one year subscription to Bon Appetit magazine for just $4.10 with free delivery using code 9TO5TOYS during checkout. That price also includes digital access for the year on iPad and Nook. Anytime this one dips below $5 it is notable. Only in special bundle deals or end-of-year sales does it get any lower, and not much at that. Today’s deal is even better than the current $5 sale price on Amazon (which includes one less issue).
Dell is unveiling the Canvas workstation at CES 2017 alongside a slew of new PCs and a massive 8K display. The digital drafting table-like display was developed with Microsoft and is powered by a long list of Windows 10 devices. The 27-inch QHD touch-screen carries a 2560 x 1440 resolution and is aimed at designers and stylus wielding designers/artist.
We have already seen our fair share of robotic companions at CES 2017 this year including Kuri and LG’s new helper bots to escort you through the airport. And now we are getting a host of new models from the makers of the Alpha Series bots headlined by the new Lynx humanoid:
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Gaming hardware company Razor is revealing the new 17-inch Razer Blade Pro portable gaming system at CES 2017. It is essentially “the world’s first portable laptop with three built-in monitors”. A proprietary “deployment mechanism” designed in-house allows the two additional side screens to slide out from the main display. The three 17.3-inch 4K IGZO displays are housed in a unibody CNC aluminum chassis that weighs in at about 12 pounds and is just 1.5-inches thick.
All of those customized and even synced to game-events color effects you see in the images are powered by Razer Chroma. The keyboard, monitors and trackpad can be lit up with a dazzling array of lighting effects as per the user’s settings. The system is powered by a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 which is more than enough power for VR applications like HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, according to Razor.
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Walmart has the Brita Slim 5-Cup BPA Free Water Pitcher w/ 1 Filter in White for $6.19 with free store pick-up. But you can get free shipping by signing up for a free 30-day ShippingPass trial. This model goes for around $12+ on Amazon, and today’s deal is the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars from nearly 1,700 Amazon customers. Features below.
If you’re looking for a larger capacity model, the best-selling 10-Cup Brita is a great place to start.
Amazon is offering the Oral-B Pro 5000 SmartSeries Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush with Bluetooth Connectivity for $60 shipped again today. Be sure to clip the $15 on-page coupon to redeem the special pricing. After going for $64 in the Amazon Gold Box Deals on Black Friday, this is matching the best price we have tracked. It’s easily one of the best prices on a Bluetooth toothbrush from a trusted brand we have ever seen. Rated 4+ stars from over 1,500 customers. Features below.
And remember, we still have the very highly-rated Philips Sonicare Essence Rechargeable Toothbrush for $20 Prime shipped (matching lowest).
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Amazon is offering the D-Link Day & Night Wi-Fi Camera with Remote Viewing (DCS-932L) for $29.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s $20 below the regular listing at Best Buy/Walmart, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. While reviews are somewhat split at 3.5/5 stars from over 3,500 customers, almost 60% of them left a 4+ star review.
As usual, we have seen some amazing displays this year at CES, but the new LG Signature 4K OLED W-series are certainly the thinnest. The two part system allows LG to keep the brains of the operation in the under-mounted sound bar while the impossibly thin display sits atop. The wallpaper design brings the 65-inch display down to just 2.57-millimeters! More details below:
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Accessory maker Griffin is introducing three new smart home appliances this year at CES 2017 with the Connected Coffee Maker, Toaster and a futuristic HUD Mirror.
LG has had a busy week at CES 2017 thus far with new Nano Call UHD TVs, modular home theater sound bars and new entries in its vacuum lineup. But now its time for its IoT and artificial intelligence divisions to step into the spotlight. The company is bringing 4 new smart robots for inside your home, to take care of the yard work and to guide you through the airport: Head below for the details:
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Moen, one of the leading faucet brands in North America, is introducing its U by Moen smart shower at CES this year. Described as a next gen Wi-Fi/cloud-based shower system, it creates a personalized experience through its connected digital five-inch controller and the iOS/Android companion apps. More details below:
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Amazon is offering the Libbey Vina Stemless 12-Piece Wine Glasses Set for $16.49 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s almost $10 off the regular price, matching the lowest Amazon has offered them for and the best price we can find. Rated 4+ stars from over 160 Amazon customers.
Well, 2016 had its fair share of awesome Nintendo gear from the NES Mini Classic, new retro emulator consoles and new 3DS handhelds to controllers, wireless adapters and even coffee table books. While we did see some Nintendo-inspired footwear and apparel from Vans last year, you absolutely have to see these new custom Jordan 4 Super Nintendos:
Created by Freaker Sneaks, these custom Air Jordan 4s feature a classic Famicom or PAL Super Nintendo-Inspired colorway, along with several embellishments. Not the least of which are the D-pad and face buttons adorning the heel of the shoe. They will be dropping with very limited stock over on Freaker Sneaks very soon:
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Storm Store (99% positive in the last 12 months from 6,599 ratings) via Amazon is offering the Excelvan 1000W Stainless Steel Programmable Digital Coffeemaker (12-15 Cups, CM6626T) for $20.29 when you apply code RKQ4NEW7 at checkout. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s $15 under the original listing and the lowest we have tracked on this model. It has a 3.7/5 star rating from over 40 customers.
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Start your morning off on the right foot with the luxurious Excelvan stainless steel coffee maker. With this stylish Coffee Maker, you can now indulge in fresh and flavorful coffee brewed at home or serve tasty coffee for a large group. There’s no need to pay the large prices at coffee houses and cafes any longer.
Capable of 12 cups coffee with the 1.8L water tank, which can help you serve enough coffee. The modern stainless steel design will add a sophisticated touch to any kitchen and with just one glance. With the oversized showerhead and an anti-drip function. Warming palte keeps coffee hot automatically. Features an elegant LCD display that stays lit during the entire brewing process. With the programmable timer, you can set the time within 24 hours for yourself to brew coffee as you like. Also, it includes a 2-hour auto shut-off and warmer keep function. The coffee maker comes with a tempered measuring carafe for its exceptionally high brewing temperature. For easy cleaning, this modern coffee maker includes an easy to remove and washable filter & filter holder for your convenience.
Popular drone and accessory maker DJI is showing off some new and updated products this week at CES 2017, including a new GS Pro aerial mapping app for iPad, a special edition Phantom 4, and new handheld gimbal products for iPhone users as part of its Osmo line. Head below for all the details:
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Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering 30% off Gaiam Balance Ball Chairs in multiple colors. Regularly listed at around $80 or so, you can now grab one for just $54.99 shipped. That’s the lowest Amazon has ever offered on most colors, but we have seen the black model for slightly less in the past. Rated 3.9/5 stars from nearly 3,000 Amazon customers.
(Update 1/5 3:53pm): Apple has now officially selected Lifeline: Whiteout as the App Store’s new Free App of the Week.
The popular Lifeline series blends elements of survival with text-based adventures, and today Lifeline: Whiteout for iOS has gone free. Regularly listed at $3, this is the very first time we have seen it available for free on the App Store since release. Head below for more details:
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Many of us set new fitness goals for the new year, whether it’s taking it up a notch in the gym or taking your nutrition more seriously. Along with a solid deal on the Bowflex home Adjustable Dumbbell kit this morning, Amazon is offering a massive promotion on a wide selection of nutrition supplements and wellness essentials. You can get an additional 30% off by adding two or more products to your cart from the very long list of eligible products.
Amazon has conveniently arranged them in to two categories: Sports Nutrition and Vitamins/Supplements. Some of the standout options include a host of protein products from popular brands like BSN, Quest, Clif, MuscleTech, Vitafusion and more. Everything ships free for prime members or in orders over $49.
And for today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering 35% or more off Sheer Strength nutritional/supplement products including the highly-rated SHEER N.O at its Amazon all-tome low of $17.89 Prime shipped. More details below. Keep an eye out for a slight discount with the Subscribe & Save option with these deals.
The official PayPal eBay Store is offering a $115 StubHub Gift Card today for $100 with free email delivery. That’s good for up to 15% off your next concert/event tickets at the using the company’s popular online service. As usual, you’ll need a valid US PayPal account to redeem this offer.
Down below you’ll find a few more discounted gift cards that come with free shipping to your front door courtesy of trusted gift card dealer SVM Gift Cards:
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Amazon is offering the Philips Sonicare 2 Series Plaque Control Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush (HX6211/30) for $29.95 when you clip the $10 on-page coupon. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $49. This price is available on several colors including black, white/blue and more. That’s up to $20 below the average selling price and the best we can find. It carries a 4+ star rating from over 3,700 customers.
DiscountMags is currently offering a one year subscription to Forbes Magazine for $4.50 with free delivery each month using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. That’s more than $15 under the regular price/Amazon and the best we can find. In fact, anytime this one drops down to $5 a year it is notable, so the additional $0.50 is a nice bonus here.
This deal is available to existing subscribers looking to renew and new customers.
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Today, Kingston is announcing the “the world’s highest capacity USB Flash drive” at CES 2017. The new DataTraveler Ultimate GT comes in 1TB and 2TB configurations with a high-end design including a shock resistant zinc-alloy metal casing. The USB 3.0 drives are aimed at both tech enthusiasts and content creators alike. More details below:
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Meet Kuri, an intelligent little robot friend on wheels that is packed with some serious tech. Making an appearance at CES this year, and expected to begin shipping in late 2017, this little robot has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a 1080p camera, full iOS/Android app control and more. While the tech is interesting here, it’s the personality Mayfield Robotics has built-in to the little guy that makes him really standout:
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Adorama is offering the Beyerdynamic DT-1350-80 Closed Supraaural Headphones for $119.99 shipped. That’s more than $50 below the regular asking price/Amazon and the best price we can find. They have a 4+ star rating from over 130 Amazon customers. Features below.
In other audio deals, we also spotted the FiiO Q1 Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier with a $20 Newegg Gift Card attached for $69 shipped (effectively within a couple dollars of the all-time low). We also still have the Beats Powerbeats3 Wireless In-Ear Headphones back down at holiday pricing and the Bose SoundTrue Around-Ear iOS Headphones for $90 shipped (Reg. $115).
Castle Raid 2 for iOS is now available for $1. Regularly listed at $3, this is matching the lowest price we have tracked for this title on the App Store since a brief freebie sale back in 2014. With its colorful graphics and interesting unit-types, if you’re in to tower defense mobile titles, you’re more than likely going to want to pick this one up.
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LG has a pair of its CordZero vacuum cleaners on display at CES 2017: the new Handstick and the CordZero Canister vacuum. The handstick model features 5-step filtration, a telescopic handle, a Smart Inverter Motor with a 10 year warranty that apparently “spins 16 times faster than an airplane engine” and a nice wall-mounted charging system.
