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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.

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Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic now available on Android: $5 (Reg. $10)

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Android gamers got the gift of Star Wars this Christmas with Knights of the Old Republic. Apsyr has now brought BioWare’s classic RPG over to Google’s mobile OS and is currently offering it for 50% off. Already available to iOS users for over a year, you can now grab the game on Android for $4.99 (Reg. $10) for a limited time.

As mentioned in the release notes, this is the full KOTOR experience. It has not been slimmed down in anyway for Android and weighs in at around 2.4GB. Along with a list of brand new achievements, there is full HID controller support and everything you might remember from the original.

Head below for more details:

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It is four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith. You are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force on your quest to save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side? Hero or villain, savior or conqueror… you alone will determine the destiny of the entire galaxy!

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Game Features:

• An epic Star Wars™ role-playing experience with unique characters, creatures, vehicles and planets.
• Learn to use the Force with over 40 different powers, plus build your own Lightsaber.
• Adventure through iconic Star Wars locations, including Tatooine and the Wookiee homeworld Kashyyyk.
• Choose your party from nine customizable characters, including Twi’leks, Droids and Wookiees.
• Travel to eight enormous worlds in your own starship, the Ebon Hawk.
• A streamlined user interface custom-made for the touch screen helps immerse you in the action.
• Full HID controller support for those gamers that prefer the original control scheme.
• For the first time, KOTOR has achievements!

iTunes Free App of the Week – Icycle: On Thin Ice ($2.99 value)

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In case you missed it during the holiday, Apple’s free app of the week is now Icycle: On Thin Ice. Released back in late 2013, the game has sold for between $1 and $3, with this being the first time it has ever been available for free on the App Store.

Head below to take a quick look at some gameplay footage and more info on this wacky adventure platformer:


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The best iOS app sales/freebies for the holidays: GTA, Day One, Infinity Blade, Rayman, Tweetbot, Batman, many more

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We have seen a massive selection of iOS apps and games go on sale over the past week or so. Now that Apple has locked price changes on the App Store until December 29th, we thought we would put together a master list of only the best apps on sale for the holidays.

You can grab iTunes gift cards for 15% off right now to get even deeper discounts on iOS apps, music and movies. Head below for the best iOS price drops of the season:


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Skylanders Trap Team Tablet Starter Pack for iOS, Android & Kindle $10 Prime shipped (orig. $75)

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Update (12/24 8:15am): It has now jumped back to $30 minus the $10 coupon ($20 Prime shipped), still a great deal and beating Black Friday pricing.

Amazon is now offering the Skylanders Trap Team Tablet Starter Pack for iOS, Android, & Fire OS for $19.99, but using code TRAPTEAM10 will drop the total down to $9.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or with orders of $35 or more. That’s $65 under the original price, $20 below the best price we’ve ever seen (including Black Friday pricing).

Features:

  • Place the Skylanders on the new Traptanium Portal and bring the Skylanders to Life
  • Trap Master Skylanders are the ultimate trappers with powerful Traptanium Weapons – Defeat and Capture Villains in the Traps and then use the Villains on the side of good
  • Includes: 1-Video Game, 1-Wireless Traptanium Portal, 1- Wireless Game Controller, 2-Skylanders Figures, 2-Traps, 1-Trap Collection Tray, 1-Character Collector Poster, 2-Sticker Sheets with Secret Codes, 2-Trading Cards, and 5 AAA Batteries

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Games/Apps: BioShock for iOS $5 (Reg. $11), Hitman Go $1 (Reg. $5), 2K iOS sale, more

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Update (12/23 12:00pm): 

In today’s best game/apps deals, 2K has put a number of its popular iOS games on sale through the holidays including the lowest price ever on BioShock for $5 (Reg. $11), XCOM: Enemy Within for $7 (Reg. $12), Civilization Revolution 2 for $8 (Reg. $15) and more.

Head below for the rest of today’s discounted iOS apps including Tengami for $2 (Reg. $4), BADLAND for $1 (Reg. $2), Fieldrunners 2 for $1 (Reg. $3) and many more. You’ll also find a massive list of previously price dropped iOS apps that are currently still live for the holidays:

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Sennheiser MM30 in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $30 shipped (Reg. up to $60)

Amazon has the Sennheiser MM30 in-ear headphones with mic and controls for $29.95 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (matched at Best Buy and B&H). Both the iOS and Samsung Galaxy models are available at the discounted price today. That’s $20 under the original price, about 25% below the next best price and matching the lowest we’ve seen.

Features:

  • Smart in-line remote control with microphone change volume, skip tracks, answer or end calls and active Voice Control,from a sleek built-in unit
  • Effective noise isolation: ear-canal design for effective passive attenuation of ambient noise
  • Comfortable custom fit: three sizes of ear sleeves (S/M/L) supplied
  • Made for the latest generations of iPod, iPhone and iPad
  • Includes a two-year international warranty
  • Change the volume, skip tracks, answer or end calls and active Voice Control, all from a sleek built-in unit

The MM30s have received a 4/5 star rating from over 140 Amazon customers. If you’re looking for some over-ears, we also have the Sennheiser HD 205-II Studio Grade DJ Headphones (black/silver) for just $25 shipped right now (the lowest price ever).

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iRobot Create 2 is a fully programmable robot for students and developers

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Robotic technology company iRobot, most known for its Roomba vacuums, recently announced an expansion to its science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) outreach program. Along with a series of new learning resources, the company has now made its Create 2 robot platform available.

Based on the Roomba 600, the Create 2 is essentially a remanufactured, customizable Roomba robot that students, educators and hobbyists can use to get “firsthand robotic programming experience.” From sounds and behaviors to navigation tasks and more, users can tweak and re-program Create 2 to do any number of different tasks…


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Sennheiser HD 205-II Studio Grade On-Ear Headphones (black/silver) $25 shipped (Reg. $48+)

Newegg has the Sennheiser HD 205-II Studio Grade DJ Headphones (black/silver) for $39.99. But using code CEWK3474 in the cart will drop the total down to $24.99 shipped. That’s $45 under the original listing, $23 better than Amazon and the best price we’ve ever seen by $3.

Features:

  • Rotable padded ear cup for comforatable single ear listening
  • Perfect for DJ or studio use
  • Outstanding shielding of ambient noise
  • Rugged construction takes a beating on the road
  • Includes protective storage pouch for safe transport
  • Best rotatable ear cups for DJ’s
  • Earpads are field replaceable and easy to clean
  • Smooth audio reproduction with deep bass

They have received a 4/5 star rating from nearly 100 Amazon customers and come with a 2 year limited warranty. Be sure to check out Audio-Technica’s latest premium headphone lineup and today is your last chance to win a set of Grado SR80e open-ear headphones.

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Infinity Blade III now available for just $1 (Reg. $7)

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ChAIR Entertainment has dropped the latest entry in its popular sword-fighting action game, Infinity Blade III, down to just $1 for the holidays. Typically listed at $6.99, this is the lowest we have seen the game go for by $2. At $10 for the entire Trilogy, today’s deal is still a better value than the previous Black Friday bundle by more than $2.

Widely regarded as some of the best mobile games out there, the Infinity Blade series brings together “adrenaline-fueled” action with some of the best visuals on the platform. As the epic conclusion for the three part series, IB3 introduces a new playable character as well as a more fine tuned experience overall within a much larger, dynamic 3D world. Along with voice work from famous actor Troy Baker (BioShock, The Last of Us, Far Cry 4, COD: Advanced Warfare, Batman Arkham, many more), it has the “most detailed story scenes ever shown” on mobile platforms:

Siris and Isa have joined with the God-King Raidriar in a desperate attempt to destroy the Worker of Secrets and his army of Deathless titans. Uncover new mysteries to wield the power of the Infinity Blade in this timeless adventure of champions and villains.

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Mac games: Borderlands Pre-Sequel $30 (Reg. $60), GTA titles from $2, AC 2/Brotherhood 75% off, more

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The Mac Game Store has kicked of its holiday 2014 sales with daily flash deals from now through January 2nd. Today you can pickup deeply discounted Grand Theft Auto and Assassin’s Creed titles as low as $2, as well as the recently released Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel for $29.99 (50% off, matched on Steam).

Regularly listed at $60, this is matching the lowest we’ve seen for the gravity defying shooter. Scheduled for 4 full DLC story packs at $10 each, you can grab the season pass for $29.99 on Amazon, Steam and other retailers.

Discover the story behind Borderlands 2 villain, Handsome Jack, and his rise to power. Taking place between the original Borderlands and Borderlands 2, the Pre-Sequel gives you a whole lotta new gameplay featuring the genre blending fusion of shooter and RPG mechanics that players have come to love.

Head over to Mac Game Store for more discounted Mac games from now through the new year and over to our daily roundups for the best game deals on every platform.

Here are some other notable Mac game price drops still alive:

  • Metal Gear Rising – Revengeance: $6 (Reg. $30, matched on Steam),
  • Mini Ninjas: $5 (Reg. $10)
  • LEGO Harry Potter Years 1-4: $5 (Reg. $20)
  • LEGO Star Wars Saga: $10 (Reg. $20)
  • LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars: $10 (Reg. $20)
  • Angry Birds Star Wars: $2 (Reg. $5)
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Home: Roomba 780 Robot Vacuum $400, Samsonite Luggage 70% off, Waring Pro Toaster Oven $60, more

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Amazon is offering the iRobot Roomba 780 Vacuum Cleaning Robot for Pets and Allergies for $399.99 shipped. That’s $200 or 33% under the original $600 price tag, the best price we can find by $139 from a trusted retailer and beats the previous all-time low by $29.

It features dual HEPA filters to trap “dust, allergens and tiny particulates leaving behind fresh, clean air.” The 780 is said have 50% longer battery life than previous models as well as a Wall Lighthouse system for better navigation, scheduled cleaning, remote control and more.

This is the #1 Best Selling Robotic Vacuum on Amazon and has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 300 customers.

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For today only, as part of its Gold Box Deal of the Day, Amazon is offering 70% off Samsonite 2-piece spinner luggage sets. Samsonite-Lightweight Two-Piece Hardside-sale-01You can grab the Lightweight Two-Piece Softside Spinner Set (Spinner 21/Spinner 25) for $124.99 shipped (orig. $430) or the Lightweight Two-Piece Hardside Spinner Set (Spinner 20/Spinner 24) for $119.99 shipped (orig. $400).

Both sets are the lowest price we can find and the lowest Amazon has ever offered them. They have received 4+ star ratings like many of the other Samsonite options available.

Head below for the rest of today’s deals including vacuums, toaster ovens, tupperware and more:


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iTunes Free App of the Week: Brushstroke ($2.99 value)

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This week’s free app from Apple is Brushstroke. Designed to transform your photos into “paintings in one touch,” you can download the app for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Releasing back in March of this year for $2.99, the lowest we had seen the app go previously was $1 for about a week in April.

Head below for more details on what Brushstroke can do:


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Audio-Technica releases its new SonicPro line of high resolution in-ear headphones

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ath_ckr7_1_sqAudio-Technica, well known for making high quality pro and consumer audio gear, has now launched its new CKR in-ear headphones. Dubbed the SonicPro line, the new headphones are for “high-resolution” sound and are tailored towards “discerning music lovers who appreciate innovation, detailed audio and intelligent design.”

Available in 5 different models, the higher end CKR9 and CKR10s are “the world’s first headphones to incorporate a Push-Pull Driver System to deliver extraordinary clarity and accuracy,” according to AT. While those two sets will certainly put a dent in your wallet, the entry level CKR7, 5i and 3i models come in at a much affordable price and are said to include the same focus on high res audio playback.


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Home: Camco Propane Camp Fire $77, Eureka RapidClean handheld vac $40, more

 

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Next up, Amazon is offering the Camco 58031 “Little Red Campfire” Propane Camp Fire for $77 shipped (“Arrives before Christmas”). That’s around $111 or 59% under the original listing and the best price we can find by around $30 or more.

It features a 8-foot propane hose for “use with standard LP gas cylinders,” 11.25-inch fire tray diameter, 65,000 BTUs per hour and is “RV campground approved.” It has received a 4.6/5 star rating from 260 Amazon customers.

Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals including more than 33% off highly rated Eureka hand vacs, Lysol Disinfecting Wipes from under $2, and much more:


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Headphones: AKG K44 on-ears $15 shipped (Reg. $35+), more

Guitar Center is offering the AKG K 44 Headphones for just $15 shipped. That’s $65 under the original price tag, $20 better than Amazon and the best price we can find on these cans.

They feature a closed-back circumaural design with a self adjusting headband, patented variation speakers, leatherette/velvet ear pads, and a 18Hz to 20.000Hz frequency response range. They have received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 60 Amazon customers.

Next up, Newegg is offering the MEElectronics Air-Fi Venture Bluetooth Wireless Headphones with Headset Functionality (AF52) for $59.99, but using code EMCWHWB62 will drop the total down to $37.99 shipped. That’s $81 under the original price, nearly $22 better than Amazon and the best price we’ve seen by $2. Often times Amazon matches Newegg’s deal on the AF52s, so keep an eye on its listing (we will update the post accordingly).

These wireless cans provide over 18 hours of battery life on a single charge, built-in call/playback controls and have a 4.2/5 star rating from over 200 Amazon customers. We also have some discounted JBL and AKG sets from Harman right now as well, Sennheiser HD 439 Over-Ear Headphones in black for $40 shipped (orig. $100), and be sure to enter to give yourself a chance to win a brand new pair of Grado Prestige Series SR80e Open-Ear Headphones ($99 value).

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Professional hi-fi stereo headphones designed for critical listening.

The AKG K 44 Stereo Headphones are a cost efficient solution for use in many various applications, including project studios and home recording. These semi-closed back, circumaural headphones are a true all-round performer with solid bass and clean highs at a value price. The AKG self-adjusting headband, leatherette ear pads and gimbal suspension ensure great comfort, for long-listening sessions. For professional and semi-professional users the K 44 is equipped with a 3.5/6.3 mm stereo adapter to suit any headphone amp. The K 44 headphones are extremely well made, and designed for ambitious and rugged use.

AKG K 44 Headphones Features:

Semi-closed back, circumaural design
Self-adjusting headband for optimum fit
Patented Varimotion speakers
Leatherette ear pads and velvet ear pads

AKG K 44 Headphones Specifications:

Audio bandwidth: 18Hz to 20.000Hz
Efficiency: 115 dB SPL/V
Max. input power: 200 mW
Rated impedance: 32 ohms
Weight without cable: 190 g (6.7 oz)
Cable: 2.5 m (8 ft.)
Finish: Grey
Stereo adapter 3.5/6.3 mm, (1/8″ to 1/4″)

Power Pen is the “world’s first pen with an integrated smartphone battery”

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While companies seem to be trying to stuff battery packs into just about anything these days, we spotted one recently that claims to be the “world’s first pen with an integrated smartphone battery.” The Power Pen brings together a traditional pen and a stylus, with a built-in battery to give your mobile devices a little extra juice…


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Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS drops to $4, adds new multiplayer maps, modes, weapons and more

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Gameloft’s latest mobile military shooter, Modern Combat 5: Blackout, is getting a substantial update today along with a nice price drop. Regularly listed at $6.99, the highly rated FPS can be had for just $3.99 right now, matching the lowest we’ve seen it go for.

Already listed in “App Store’s Best of 2014” in 28 countries, MC5: Blackout received a number of new additions to its multiplayer suite along with a host of other goodies to keep players locked and loaded over the holiday season. Expect to see two new multiplayer maps (Scramble and Overtime), new level-120 cap limit, new class skills, weapons, masks and kill signs. Gameloft has added in vote and rematch systems for multiplayer maps and specific match-ups along with some holiday themed music, skins and more.

Head below for details on the update:


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Critically acclaimed iOS action/adventure game Oceanhorn is now $5 (Reg. $9)

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Along with this morning’s usual batch of discounted apps, FDG Entertainment’s gorgeous iOS game Oceanhorn is seeing its first price drop today since release. Regularly listed at $8.99, those ready to “Explore the islands of Uncharted Seas” can pickup the Zelda-like adventure game for just $4.99 today. Along with critical praise upon release, the game has so far received a 4.5 star rating from over 3,100 reviewers.

Oceanhorn features 10+ hours of story driven gameplay in “a world filled with many dangers, puzzles and secrets. Fight monsters, learn to use magic and discover ancient treasures which will help you on your quest.” Recently upgraded with “Ultra Quality Graphics” for iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iPad Air 2, it also features an original soundtrack from well known composers Nobuo Uematsu (Final Fantasy*) and Kenji Ito (Seiken Densetsu*).

Head below for more details and to see the games “breathtaking 3D visuals” in action:


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Home: Cuisinart 11-pc Stainless Cookware $105 (Reg. $170), more

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Giftcardmall via eBay Daily Deals is offering a $100 Sears gift card for $80 shipped today. That’s up to 20% in savings on the wide selection of home goods found at Sears.com and in-store. With the value of the GC, you’ll be able to get even deeper discounts on the kitchenware/small appliance deals we often see from Sears.

Giftcardmall is a trusted eBay seller with a 99.4% Positive feedback rating.

11-Piece Cuisinart Stainless Steel Cookware Set (CLCS-11-sale-01Next, Woot has an 11-Piece Cuisinart Stainless Steel Cookware Set (CLCS-11) for $99.99 plus $5 flat rate shipping on your whole order (“Get it before December 24th with Two-Day shipping or faster”). That’s more than $300 off the original listing, around $64 under Amazon’s current listings and one of the lowest prices we can find on any stainless steel Cuisinart set.

This set features 18/10 stainless steel, solid stainless steel riveted handles, tapered drip-free rims and break-resistant glass covers. It includes 1 – 1 Quart Covered Sauce Pan 1 – 2 Quart Covered Sauce Pan 1 – 2 Quart Steamer Insert 1 – 3 Quart Covered Sauté Pan 1 – 6 Quart Covered Stock Pot 1 – 8″ Skillet 1 – 10″ Skillet. Along with its “Limited Lifetime Cuisinart” warranty it has received a 4.1/5 star rating from over 37 Amazon customers.

Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals from Shark, Thermos, Breville, WORX and more:


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OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case (black or white/gunmetal) $34 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)

Amazon has the OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case in black for $33.44 and white/gunmetal grey for $34.48 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (“Arrives before Christmas”). That’s more than 25% off the original listing, $16 under Otterbox direct, the best we’ve seen for these colors and the lowest we can currently find.

Features:

  • Thin, lightweight 2-piece slider case provides protection against drops, bumps and shock
  • Self-adhesive screen protector guards against scratches
  • Port covers block entry of dust and debris
  • Slides easily in and out of pockets

It comes with a 1-year warranty and has received a 4.1/5 star rating from only 20 Amazon customers. The same case but for iPhone 5 has received the same ratings but now from more than 7,000 reviewers.

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More from Otterbox:

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You don’t have time to precision pack your briefcase. So, pack along Commuter Series sleek iPhone 6 Plus case — the slim, sleek case that fits any crevice in your bag. Featuring a tough two-layer construction, Commuter Series helps keep your iPhone 6 Plus safe from drops, bumps and life on the go. Plus port plugs stop dust from entering jacks and inputs, so your iPhone 6 Plus stays clean.

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Perfect fit for your pocket. Built to beat the daily grind.

– High-impact polycarbonate shell deflects bumps and shock

– Interior slipcover cushions device and absorbs impact

Slipcover + Shell + Stick-On Screen Film

Two slim layers fit snugly around iPhone 6 Plus to absorb shock. Plus, the stick-on screen protection stops scratches!

Installation Instructions

Detailed, step-by-step instructions are included so you can install your case with ease.

1-Year Warranty + 100% Authentic

Our 1-year warranty covers material and workmanship defects for one year from the original purchase date. Rest assured, this is a 100% authentic OtterBox.

Apps: Day One $1, Clear $3, Launch Center Pro $1, Printer Pro $1, Deliveries $3 (Reg. up to $5), more

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Update (12/16 9:05am): Looks like these price drops are part of this years App Santa Promotion. Head to 9to5mac for the full list.

We’ve just spotted a number of notable discounts on the App Store. The popular Day One journal/notes app has dropped to $1 (Reg. $5) and Clear – Tasks, Reminders & To-Do Lists is now $3 (Reg. $5).

You can now pickup Tweetbot 3 for iPhone and iPod touch for $2.99. Regularly listed at $4.99, this is the first price drop we’ve seen on this highly rated and rarely discounted iOS Twitter app in nearly a year.

iPhone: Tweetbot 3 for iPhone: $3 (Reg. $5)

iOS Universal: Day One: $1 (Reg. $5) – 4.5 stars from 14,701 Ratings
Mac: Day One: $8 (Reg. $10)

iOS Universal: Deliveries: $3 (Reg. $5) – 4 stars from 3,988 Ratings
Mac: Deliveries: $4 (Reg. $5)

iOS Universal: Clear: $3 (Reg. $5) – 4 stars from 6,437 Ratings
Mac: Clear: $6 (Reg. $10)

iOS Universal: Printer Pro – print documents, photos, web pages and email attachments: $1 (Reg. $5) – 4.5 stars from 11,146 Ratings

iOS Universal: Calendars 5 – Smart Calendar and Task Manager with Google Calendar Sync: $3 (Reg. $7) – 4 stars from 1,251 Ratings

iOS Universal: Launch Center Pro: $1 (Reg. $5) – 4.5 stars from 5,450 Ratings

iOS Universal: PDF Expert 5: $7 (Reg. $10) – 4 stars from 4,028 Ratings

We expect to see many more top iOS apps go on sale for the holidays, so keep an eye on our daily game roundups to get all the best deals in one place.

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TP-LINK AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30+)

TP-LINK AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit-TL-PA2010KIT-sale-01Amazon has the TP-LINK AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit (TL-PA2010KIT) for $19.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (“Arrives by Christmas,” matched at B&H). That’s 43% under the original price and the best price we can find by around $7.

Features:

  • HomePlug AV standard compliant, high-speed data transfer rate of up to 200Mbps
  • Miniature design, smaller than most powerline adapters at the market, blends indiscreetly in front of any power outlet
  • No new wires, use existing electrical wiring
  • Up to 300 meter range over a home’s electrical circuit for better performance through walls or across floors
  • Plug and Play, no new wires or configuration required
  • 128-bit AES encryption ensures that the network is safe simply by pressing a button on paired devices
  • Patented Power-Saving Mode automatically reduces power consumption by up to 75%
  • Supports IGMP managed multicast IP transmission, optimizes IPTV streaming

This kit has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 440 Amazon customers.

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The TL-PA2010KIT AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit by TP-LINK uses your home’s existing electrical wires to create or expand your home network. With no additional wiring required, you can simply plug the TL-PA2010KIT into existing power sockets and instantly establish a networking infrastructure. With high-speed data transfer rates of up to 200Mbps, you can enjoy HD video streaming, online gaming, VoIP, or any other bandwidth intensive tasks. Plus, its miniature design gives you the flexibility to plug it in anywhere in your home.

Up to 200Mbps, 1000 Feet

With advanced HomePlug AV technology, TL-PA2010KIT provide users with stable, high-speed data transfer rates of up to 200Mbps on a line length of up to 1000 feet. Together, with its built-in powerful AES encryption, the TL-PA2010KIT is a great choice for an entire home solution to connect all network compatible devices – from computers and game consoles to printers, NAS hard drives, and set-top boxes for IPTVs.

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Wired magazine subscription (6 issues) w/ digital access for $6 plus get $5 back in Amazon credit

Amazon-Wored-magazine-sale-01While we offer a number of notable magazine deals all the time on 9to5Toys, today we are seeing a rare deal courtesy of Amazon on Wired magazine.

Traditionally around $5 a year with our exclusive pricing, today you can pickup 6 months (or 6 issues) for just $6 with a $5 Amazon credit attached and digital access. While certainly not the lowest direct dollar discount we have seen, you are effectively only paying $1 with the value of the credit. That’s about $1.50 under our typical pricing, and even lower than the per year price we saw over Black Friday. Today’s deal will work with both new customers and to renew subscriptions.

The first digital issue comes available right after you place your order, but it will be around 2-4 weeks before the print edition comes. Digital access is available on iPad, Kindle Fire, and Android devices.

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Games: Shadow of Mordor $28, MGS Ground Zeroes $10, LEGO Movie $15, Halo: MCC $45, more

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As part of a game sale running now through December 20th, Amazon has a number of games at prices either beating, matching or nearing the lowest we’ve seen. Some of our top picks include Wolfenstein: The New Order on PS4 for $14.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. This is $10 under the lowest price we’ve seen the game go for on PS4. Two other standouts are Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor on Xbox One for $27.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $48+), which is within $3 of the lowest price we saw during Black Friday week, and the four-game Xbox One bundle Halo: The Master Chief Collection for $44.99, a rare drop of $15 off of the normal $60 price.

More notable game deals on Amazon:

Head over to today’s game roundup for more deals including Dragon Age: Inquisition for $40 shipped on all consoles, Best Buy’s Buy 2 Get 1 Free game sale, iOS price drops and more.

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Sennheiser headphones: HD 205-II $28 (Reg. $40), Momentum over-ears $145 (Reg. $220+), more

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Newegg is offering the Sennheiser HD 205-II Studio Grade DJ Headphones (Black/Grey) for $39.99. But using code EMCWHWH73 in the cart will drop your total down to $27.99 shipped. That’s $42 under the original listing, $12 below Amazon and the best we’ve seen by $7. They have received a 4/5 star rating from nearly 100 Amazon customers.

Features:

  • Rotable padded ear cup for comforatable single ear listening
  • Perfect for DJ or studio use
  • Outstanding shielding of ambient noise
  • Rugged construction takes a beating on the road
  • Includes protective storage pouch for safe transport
  • Best rotatable ear cups for DJ’s
  • Earpads are field replaceable and easy to clean
  • Smooth audio reproduction with deep bass

Sennheiser Momentum Headphones-over-ears-sale-01VMInnovations has a number of open-box and refurbished Sennheiser deals today including the Sennheiser Momentum Headphones for $144.99 shipped. Use code 6KJ54Y for the black set, and code 6RQ35KNE for the brown set. That’s the best price we’ve seen and the lowest we can find on the over-ear Momentums. The have received a 4.4/5 star rating from nearly 300 reviewers.

Features:

  • Closed back, over-ear design isolates ambient noise to maximize musical enjoyment.
  • Premium leather ear pads and headband deliver softness and breathability for extreme comfort during long listening sessions
  • Precision metal ear cups and stainless steel headband provide durability and enhance sonic performance
  • 18-ohm operating impedance produces outstanding dynamics and overall output level with portable audio devices

You’ll also find the refurbished Sennheiser RS120 Wireless Headphones System for $47.99 shipped using code QSYXWTJA (Reg. $80+) and the Sennheiser HD335 Around-the-Ear Headphone for $29.99 using code JFWTW (Reg. $90).

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iTunes Free App of the Week: Space Qube ($2.99 value)

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This week’s free iOS app courtesy of Apple is Space Qube. The blocky shoot’em up is regularly priced at $2.99 and can now be downloaded for free on all your iOS devices. This is the second time we have seen the game go free since release in late 2013.

Along with a custom, voxel-based ship editor that allows you to “create anything and take it for a spin” in space, Space Qube a series of unique enemies and boss battles to take on as well. Head below for more details…


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Logitech 720p HD Webcam w/ Widescreen Calling & Recording $15 (Reg. up to $40)

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Best Buy via eBay has the Logitech C270 HD Webcam with 720p Widescreen Video Calling and Recording for $19.99 shipped (matched on Best Buy). That’s 50% under the original price, matching the best refurbished listings we can find, $7 below Amazon and matching the best price we’ve seen it go for.

Features:

  • Easy HD video calls on Skype, Windows Live Messenger
  • Fluid HD 720p video recording and video calling in 16:9 widescreen
  • Crisp 3 MP photos
  • Auto light correction, built-in noise-cancelling mic
  • Works with Windows-based PCs
  • Includes 5-ft. cable and 2-year limited hardware warranty

It has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 650 Amazon customers and 4.5/5 from 275 Best Buy customers. 

While the feature list only mentions Windows-based systems, user reports (of which there are many) suggest it works just fine on Mac. In our own experience we found the C920 model to work on OS X right out of the box.

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Hi-Def Yourself.

Logitech HD Webcam C270—making HD video calling simple.
Say it bigger. Say it better. High definition 720p video in widescreen for picture quality that’s simply amazing.

Self-expression knows no bounds. It’s not just about video calls anymore.
Video blog, stream, share, rant, rap, sing and dance with ease. Plus it works seamlessly with your favorite applications. The term ‘webcam’ doesn’t quite do it justice.

Video calling made easy 

Enjoy fluid HD 720p calls on Skype, Windows Live Messenger and Logitech Vid HD—the free, fast and fast easy way to see your loved ones face-to-face.

Simple to snap and send photos

Take vibrant 3-megapixel snapshots with just one click.

Comes with good lighting

With automatic light correction, you’ll get the best possible image—even if you make a video call in dim light.

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Home: Black & Decker Wet/Dry Hand Vac $25, Smart food Scale $100, more

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F5 Pivot & Flex Foil Shaver with Interceptor Shaving Technology

Get a professional-quality shave in fewer passes with the Remington F5. Its integrated intercept trimmer cuts up to three days worth of growth with ease, while Pivot and Flex Technology allows the surgical steel foils to effortlessly follow the angles and contours of your face for an exceptionally close, comfortable shave. The F5 has a washable design for easy cleaning, features a pop-up trimmer, and has a 60-minute cordless runtime with an LED power display. Plus, it’s backed by a two-year warranty.

Pivot and Flex Technology

Remington’s Pivot and Flex Technology allows each shaver foil to flex independently, so it adjusts perfectly to the curved surfaces of any face.

Pop-Up Detail Trimmer

With Remington’s pop-up detail trimmer, thick growth, sideburns, and facial hair can be managed quickly and easily.

Surgical Steel Blades are Easy to Clean

The stainless steel, surgical-grade blades promise for an incredibly close, clean shave. Just rinse the shaver under the tap to easily clean it after use!

Rechargeable Battery

The F5 boasts a 60-minute cordless battery life with every charge and the convenient LED display ensures you’ll know how much power is remaining.

Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering up to 40% off Contigo travel mugs and select espresso machines. The Contigo Autoseal West Loop Stainless Steel Travel Mugs are $13.99 for the 16oz and $15.99 for the 20oz, in a number of color options. That’s about 42% off the original listing and the current best price we can find on this 4.5/5 rated travel mugs.

They feature an AUTOSEAL lid that “automatically seals between sips to eliminate spills and a “double-wall insulated interior to keep beverages “hot for 5 hours or cold for 12 hours.”

We are also seeing Breville 800ESXL 15-Bar Triple-Priming Die-Cast Espresso Machine for $209.99 shipped (Reg. $350+) and the Nespresso Citiz C111 Espresso Maker for $144 shipped (Reg. $205+), as part of today’s Gold Box sale. Both the current lowest prices we can find.

Remington F5-5800 Rechargeable Foil with Interceptor Shaving Technology-sale-02Also a part of Amazon’s Daily Deals, you can grab up to 50% off select Remingtom shavers and shaving products today. Our top pick from the group is the Remington F5-5800 Rechargeable Foil with Interceptor Shaving Technology for $23.99 Prime shipped (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. that’s 56% off the original listing, the best price we’ve seen by $6 and the lowest we can find.

It features pivot and flex technology along with a with a pop-up trimmer and an LED charge gauge. It can be used both corded and wirelessly with a 60 minute runtime and 5 minute quick charging. This model has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 400 Amazon customers.

Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals including a Black & Decker hand vac for $25 Prime shipped, a smart food scale, vacs, blenders, tools and more:

Marvel Contest of Champions free-to-play fighting game now available on iOS/Android

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Mobile developer Kabam is known for its licensed iOS/Android titles like The Hobbit and the Fast and the Furious 6. But now the company has set its sights on the Marvel universe.

Debuting yesterday as a free-to-play game for both Apple and Google’s platforms, Marvel Contest of Champions is described as the “ultimate” fighting game for mobile devices.

Head below for more details and some gameplay footage from the launch trailer…


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Relive your favorite classic video games with the pocket sized Pitendo NES emulator

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There are many ways to enjoy classic 8 and 16-bit games from the past, whether it be emulators or just dusting off the old SNES. There are also a number of newer dedicated consoles that can play old cartridges and run emulators, but none quite like Pitendo.

Combining the power and flexibility of a B+ Raspberry Pi inside a mini NES looking case, Pitendo offers much more than your average classic emulator console.


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MXL 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone $60 shipped (orig. $170)

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Amazon is offering the MXL 770 Cardioid Condenser Microphone for $59.99 shipped (“Arrives before Christmas”). Thats $110 under the original listing, $5 under Guitar Center’s used price and the best we can find.

An affordable option for podcasting and home music recording, the 770 has a “high quality” FET preamp and comes with a shock mount and carrying case. It requires phantom power so you’ll need an audio interface to use it (unlike say a USB mic from Blue). But it is also more affordable than most USB options of a similar quality right now.

Features:

  • Gold-sputtered, 6-micron, low distortion diaphragm
  • FET preamp with balanced output
  • Switchable bass cut and -10dB pad
  • Legendary MXL sonic characteristics
  • Comes with shock mount and rugged carrying case

It has received a 4.7/5 star rating from over 140 Amazon customers. Keep an eye on Amazon’s Green Monday week sales for deals all week long on production gear and be sure to check out our 2014 gift guide: Making music with your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

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The MXL 770 condenser microphone continues to amaze recording artists all over the world with its incredible price/performance ratio. Singers, especially rappers, love the 770 for its solid bass, as well as its upfront high-end. The MXL 770 even uses a high quality FET preamp with balanced output for a wide dynamic range. This is a perfect piece for seasoned pros or newbie musicians who want a quality condenser mic that won’t break the bank.

From the Manufacturer

The MXL 770 rocks! The MXL 770 is a big-bodied condenser microphone with a silky up-front high end and a solid low frequency sound – great for recording hard-hitting rap and rock. The MXL 770 has a FET preamp with balanced output for a wide dynamic range. Use the 770 for vocals, instruments and broadcast. It gives musicians and vocalists amazing versatility and performance in a budget-friendly, impressive looking piece. The patented MXL 770 Condenser Mic is wired with Mogami for exceptional sound quality.

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Pocket Gamer to offer one free iOS app every day for two weeks

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Pocket Gamer has kicked off its Advent Calendar of free iOS games. Everyday (other than weekends), the outlet will offer one free iOS app for 24 hours for a total of 10. Today’s freebie app is the tactical strategy game Hoplite (Reg. $2). You can find that and a whole lot more in this morning’s games/app roundup.

As you know we here at 9to5Toys will be tracking all the best online deals right through to the new year. Everyday we post the day’s best iOS (console, Android, Mac) price drops, and will continue to do so through the holiday season. While there are a number of outlets including Apple, IGN, Pocket Gamer and others running free app sales during this time of year, be sure to follow 9to5Toys as we will be rounding up the best of the best every single day in one convenient place.

Home: Mangroomer Electric Back Shaver $28 (orig. $60), more

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As part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy has the iRobot Braava 320 Floor Mopping Robot (BRAAVA 320) for $129.99 shipped

Next up, Amazon has the MANGROOMER Professional Do-it-yourself Electric Back Hair Shaver (Sku 211-6) for $27.59 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. Note: clip the $2 coupon directly below the price on the listing page. That’s more than 50% under the original listing, $13 under the average selling price and the best price we can find.

This MANGROOMER easily removes unwanted hair in hard to reach areas using a handle that “extends and locks at any length you choose.” It has rubberized grips throughout, features quick charging and comes with a protection cap, cleaning brush and recharging adapter. The 211-6 MANGROOMER has received a 4.1/5 star rating from over 460 Amazon customers. You’ll also find a selection of shavers on Amazon right now from Braun, Panasonic and more up to $75 off including the Braun Series 5 550cc Shaver System, Black and Silver for $99.99 (orig. $170, within a few dollars of lowest).

Head below more of today’s best deals including some from Black & Decker, Crock-Pot, WORX and more:


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Blue Microphones Spark USB/Lightning Mic for Mac/iOS $129 shipped (Reg. $200)

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Blue Microphones Spark Digital Lightning Condenser Microphone-sale-01Amazon is offering the Blue Microphones Spark Digital Lightning Condenser Microphone for $151.46, but if you choose Amazon as the seller you receive an additional 15% off bringing your total to $128.74 shipped (“Arrives before Christmas”). That’s nearly $70 under the original price, about $30 under the next best price (B&H) and the lowest we’ve seen.

We found the Spark to be one of the best USB/Lightning mics for your money in our full review. It features a control switch for two different capture patterns, volume control, signal gain, a mute, and a headphone jack directly on the mic for “zero-latency” monitoring.

It has received a 4.3/5 star rating from 10 Amazon customers so far, but just about all of Blue’s mics get great reviews across the board.


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Media: Thor The Dark World $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $40) plus more Blu-rays/DVDs from $3

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Amazon is offering Thor: The Dark World (2-Disc 3D Blu-ray + Blu-ray + Digital HD) for $19.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (matched at Best Buy w/ free in-store pickup). That’s 50% under the original $40 price tag and the lowest price we can find.

Worlds collide when a powerful ancient enemy threatens to plunge the cosmos into eternal darkness. Experience this action-packed adventure featuring exclusive bonus content, including a gag reel, deleted scenes and a new Marvel short film available on Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack.

More notable Blu-ray/DVD deals:

Amazon is also offering Rise of the Planet of the Apes (Blu-ray) for $3.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $25, matched at Best Buy) and Robocop 2014 (Blu-ray) for $5.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $15, matched at Best Buy). While both are currently out of stock at Amazon you can lock the discounted prices in now.

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Stickman iOS apps go free: Soccer, Tennis, Downhill, Motocross, Basketball, more (Reg. $1 ea.)

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Along with this morning’s list of highly rated iOS price drops, developer Djinnworks is now offering a number of its popular Stickman games for free. With 4+ star ratings from well over 50,000 reviewers combined, you’ll find titles like Stickman Cliff Diving, Line Runner, Stickman Soccer, Stickman Tennis and more for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch right now. All regularly listed at $1, you’ll also find newer (2014) Stickman titles like Stickman Downhill – Motocross, Stickman Basketball and Stickman Soccer 2014:

The 2014 sequel to the world hit Stickman Soccer with more than 10 million players. Experience pure soccer fun with fast paced gameplay, an astonishing atmosphere, stunning smooth animations, simple controls, insane action and tons of replay value.

Full list of Stickman freebies below:

You can check out more top iOS and console deals in our daily roundups

Games/Apps: Borderlands Pre-Sequel $30, PS4 bundle w/ one game & $50 Walmart GC $400, iOS freebies, more

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Update (12/8 5:35pm): Amazon has the Borderlands 2 Limited Edition PlayStation Vita Bundle for $169.99 shipped (Reg. $200, matched at GameStop, current lowest price).

In today’s best game/apps deals, Amazon has Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel on Xbox 360 and PS3 for $29.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $60) today. That’s matching the lowest we’ve seen outside of very limited Black Friday sales and the current best price around.

While we saw a number of amazing console deals throughout Black Friday weekend, Walmart is still offering the PlayStation 4 bundled with a $50 Walmart gift card and one game of your choice for $399.99 shipped. Game choices include downloads of Destiny, NBA 2K15, LittleBigPlanet 3, or Far Cry 4. You’ll find similar console deals elsewhere, but not with the $50 GC attached. You can also still pick up the PlayStation 4 Camera for $39.99 shipped (Reg. $60) at Amazon right now.

Next up, we are also seeing a number $39.99 Xbox One games with a $25 Dell gift card attached including Sunset Overdrive, Forza Horizon 2, Dead Rising 3 Apocalypse Edition and more. At $40 with a $25 GC attached, these are effectively the lowest price we’ve seen on many of the most popular titles in the sale.

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Apple has also dropped its best of iTunes 2014 list including apps, games, movies, music and more. For all the details head over to our full announcement post. Head below for today’s best iOS price drops including NOTE’d for FREE (Reg. $1), Sticky Notes HD for FREE (Reg. $1), Orbsorb for FREE (Reg. $1), The Tiny Bang Story HD for $1 (Reg. $3) and more.

Head below for the rest of today’s best gaming deals, as well as a brief list of some of the best still alive:


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Bluetooth speakers: UE MINI BOOM $70, BOOM $170, JBL Charge 2 $130 shipped ($20-$30 off)

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It features a wireless streaming from from up to 50-ft away, a lithium-ion battery with up to 10 hours of playback, a built-in speaker phone and “ jaw-dropping sound with crystal clear highs and deep bass.” These mini speakers have received a 4.5/5 star rating from over 730 Amazon customers.

We also spotted the larger Ultimate Ears BOOM Wireless Bluetooth Speaker for $169.99 shipped ($30 off) at both Amazon and Best Buy (colors vary at both). While we have seen them dip lower, especially with bulk packaging and refurbished models, this is matching the best new price around. It also has a 50-ft streaming range, NFC, 15 hours of playback, as well as a water and stain resistant costing. For more details on both the BOOM and the MINI head over to our full review of both models. The BOOM also has great reviews with a 4.6/5 star rating from over 1,300 customers.

jbl-charge-2-portable-bluetooth-speaker-blackNot interested in UE BOOMs? We also have one of our favorite speakers of the year on sale today, the JBL Charge 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker in Black, for $129.99 shipped from Amazon and Best Buy (matching the the best we can find).


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Headphones: Harman Kardon Over-Ears $140, Monster iSport In-Ears $100, Sennheiser HD650 Over-Ears $315, more

Harman Kardon NC Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Mic in black (HARKARNC-sale-01Amazon has the Harman Kardon NC Premium Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones (HARKARNC) for $139.95 shipped. That’s $210 under the original listing, matching our previous mention and the best price we can find.

They are made of sandblasted steel and black matte housings and feature active digital noise-cancellation technology, sonic “clarity and accuracy even at low volume levels,” and more. They have a 3.6/5 star rating from over nearly 100 Amazon customers.

Monster iSport Victory In-Ear Headphones-sale-01Next up, Amazon has the Monster iSport Victory In-Ear Headphones for $99.96 shipped. That’s $70 or 41% under the original listing, matching the lowest we’ve seen them go for and the best current price by as much as $50.

They feature a sweatproof/washable design, a patented SportClip to help them stay in your ear, “total noise isolation,” ControlTalk with in-line controls for iPad, iPhone and iPod. They have received a 3.8/5 star rating from over 220 Amazon customers.

You’ll also find the Sennheiser HD650 Audiophile Dynamic Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones for $314.99 shipped at Adorama right now (Reg. $400+, matching the lowest we’ve seen) and eBay has a wide selection of discounted Beats headphones  up to 50% off.


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Kingdom Rush Frontiers is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($2.99 value)

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IGN has chosen Kingdom Rush Frontiers as its Free Game of the Month. While the highly rated tower defense game is regularly listed at $2.99 and does tend to go sale for $1 from time to time, we are yet to see it go free on the App Store. It has 4.5 stars from 5,038 ratings.

Building off of the basics that made the original Kingdom Rush a hit among mobile gamers, developer Ironhide has added all new towers (18 new abilities), heroes, environments, 40 enemies with “unique abilities” and more. Players “defend exotic lands from dragons, man-eating plants, and ghastly denizens of the underworld.” Head below for more details:


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The new TRENDnet THA-101 combines a network extender and an iOS/Android controlled smart plug

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Known for its consumer networking gear, TRENDnet is announcing the latest addition to its lineup of home WiFi devices. The new THA-101 Home Smart Switch is a hybrid network extender and basic smart electrical outlet that looks to offer the best of both worlds in one small package…


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Home: Norelco Electric Razor $160 (orig. $350), Black & Decker Lithium Flex/Hand Vac $71 (orig. $150), more

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As part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering the Philips Norelco 1280X/47 SensoTouch 3D Electric Razor with Jet Clean System (also known as: Series 8000, shaver 8900) for $159.99 shipped. That’s $190 or 54% under the original listing and the best price we can find.

It features a gyroflex 3D contour-following system, wet/dry shaves, and a JetClean System that “thoroughly washes, lubricates, dries and charges to renew the shaver for a superior shave day after day.” It is the #1 Best Selling Men’s rotary shaver on Amazon where it has received a 4.3/5 star rating from nearly 1,000 customers.

If you’re looking for a different model, Amazon is offering up to $40 off a wide selection of Philips shavers right now, you’ll find the Remington R5 Lithium Shaver for $29.97 Prime shipped (matching lowest) and the Old Spice 320s Shaver by Braun for $29.99 (matching lowest) at Staples.

Black & Decker Platinum 20-Volt Max Lithium Ion Flex:hand Vacuum-BDH2000FL-sale-01Amazon also has the Black & Decker Platinum 20-Volt Max Lithium Ion Flex/hand Vacuum (BDH2000FL) for $70.99 shipped. That’s $79 or 53% under the original price tag, up to $30 under the next best prices and the lowest we’ve seen.

It features a light, compact base unit with a 4 foot hose and can hold a battery charge for up to 18 months. The Flex vac also has Cyclonic/Triple Action filtration, a washable filter, and a battery charge indicator light. It has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 270 Amazon customers.

Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals including espresso machines, popcorn makers, tools and more:


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Acer 13.3-inch Chromebook 2.1GHz/2GB/16GB: $200 shipped (orig. $300)

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Amazon has the recently released 13-inch Acer Chromebook (CB5-311-T9B0) for $199.99 shipped. That’s $100 off the original price tag, $50 or more under the average selling price from a trusted retailer and the best price we’ve found on this model since it released just over two months ago in late September.

To make the deal even sweeter, Google is offering 1TB of free Google Drive storage ($10/month for a total value of $240) with the purchase of any Chromebook (from an authorized reseller) right now. The offer is eligible on Chromebook purchases from now through December 31, 2014 and can be redeemed here.

The CB5-311 has a 13-inch, 1920 x 1080 display, 11 hours of battery life, 2GB of RAM and 16GB storage all running on a NVIDIA Tegra K1 Quad Core 2.1 GHz Processor. It also has an SD card reader, 802.11AC Wi-Fi featuring MIMO technology, Bluetooth 4.0, built-In HD webcam, and USB/HDMI connectivity. More specs below.

This model has so far received a 4.1/5 star rating from 50 Amazon customers. You can check out more great Chromebook options to pair up with the free 1TB Google Drive storage in our previous roundup.


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TP-LINK AV500 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit $30 Prime shipped (orig. $70)

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TP-LINK AV500 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit (TL-PA4010KIT-sale-03Amazon has the TP-LINK AV500 Nano Powerline Adapter Starter Kit (TL-PA4010KIT) for $29.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. That’s $40 or 57% under the original price tag, matching the best we’ve seen and the lowest we can find for this popular kit.

It works on the HomePlug AV standards system so it will talk to other compatible devices and features a 300 meter (about 1,000 feet) range over your existing electrical wiring. This offers easy internet access in places where WiFi isn’t available/strong enough, without the need to run super long and annoying ethernet cables. The TL-PA4010 kit features speeds of up to 500Mbps, 128-bit AES encryption, plug and play installation and everything you need to get started.

This kit is the #1 Best Selling Powerline option on Amazon where it has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 1,700 customers.


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Seagate Backup Plus 2TB Desktop HDD $70 (Reg. $120), more

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Newegg is offering the Seagate Backup Plus 2TB Desktop External Hard Drive with Mobile Device Backup USB 3.0 (STDT2000100) for $99.99. But using code EMCWHPF45 drop your total down to $69.99 shipped. That’s $50 off the original listing, $19 under Amazon, matching our previous mention and the best price we can find.

Features:

  • Massive capacity to help protect your files
  • Free Mobile Backup App
  • Apple Time Machine compatible.
  • Transfers files quickly with USB 3.0 connectivity
  • Use between PC and Mac computers without reformatting

It has received a 4.1/5 star rating from over 460 Amazon customers. If you’re looking for a portable option, we also ave the WD My Passport Ultra 2TB Portable External USB 3.0 Hard Drive for only $79.99 shipped right now.


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Home: Schlage Keypad Deadbolt Locks $69 (orig. $238), Roomba 780 Robot Vac $429 (orig. $600), more

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Home Depot is offering the Schlage Plymouth Keypad Deadbolt in satin nickel or aged bronze (BE365) for $69 shipped (estimated arrival Dec 9-11). That’s $169 under the original price tag, as much as $56 under the average selling price, around $21 better than Amazon depending on the color and the lowest we’ve seen this model go for.

They provide keyless entry with an illuminated keypad, and user set 4 digit entry codes (up to 19). The Plymouth can be easily installed to standard door preparations “with nothing more than a screwdriver,” and is battery operated (“over 3 year battery life”). They have received a 4.7/5 star rating from over 500 Amazon customers.

As part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering the iRobot Roomba 780 Vacuum Cleaning Robot for Pets and Allergies for $429 shipped. That’s $170 or 28% off the original $600 price tag, about $110 under the average selling price and the best we’ve seen the 780 go for.

Head below for the rest of today’s deals including some from Cuisinart, Rachael Ray, Shark, Duracell and more:


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