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 stream of leaked Black Friday ads are starting to pick up steam now with Sears, Dell, Walmart and others already starting to show their hands. And today we’ve got an early look at Meijer’s Thanksgiving and Black Friday ads. You’ll find everything from discounted Apple products and streaming devices to kitchenware, HDTVs, gaming consoles and more…
Amazon is offering the Chicago Cutlery Fusion 18-Piece Knife Block Set in Stainless Steel (1119644) for $99.97 shipped. That’s $50 off the regular selling price and the lowest we’ve seen this set go for. The Metal model is available at the current lowest price we can find from a trusted retailer as well, but we have seen it go for $13 less.
It features high-carbon stainless steel forged blades, comfort-grip poly handles and a stain resistant design. It includes a 3.25″ parer, 3″ peeler, 5″ utility, 8 – 4.25″ steak knives, 7.75″ chef, 8″ slicer, 7.75″ bread, 5″ partoku, 7″ santoku, 8″ stainless sharpening steel and full lifetime warranty. This set has received a 4.5/5 star rating from over 700 customers and sits as the #1 selling, recently released block knife set on Amazon.
Kershaw is one of the most trusted brands of knives. For a limited time, you can save an additional $10 on Kershaw orders of $50 or more at Amazon. Strategically use this promo with already low Kershaw prices and you’ll end up with some fantastic deals. Here’s our top picks from the lot:
In case you issued it earlier, we have a four-pack of eneloop XX 2500mAh Rechargeable AA Batteries w/ Charger for $21 Prime shipped (orig. $35) and be sure to check out today’s Gold Box deal at Amazon for 32% off the Chamberlain Whisper Drive Garage Door opener. Head below for the rest of today’s notable home deals from Crock-Pot, Duracell and more:
Update (11/6 2:40pm): Amazon has BenQ HT-series HT1075 1080P 2,200 ANSI Lumen 3D Full HD Home Theater Projector for $804.99 shipped (orig. $1,199) – the lowest price we’ve ever seen.
Amazon is offering the Optoma Full 3D 1080p 3000 Lumen DLP Home Theater Projector (HD141X) plus a free $50 Amazon gift card for $599 shipped. Simply follow the above link and add one projector and the Amazon gift card to your cart to redeem the discount. While this particular model can be found for $599 at B&H right now, you won’t find the $50 GC attached. With an effective price of $549, this is the lowest price we can find on this projector.
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Update (11/06 4:00pm): Apple has chosen Swype as the App Store’s Free App of the Week.
Back at WWDC 2014, Apple announced it would be allowing users to install third party keyboards in iOS 8. While there are a number of virtual keyboard options out there like SwiftKey and Fleksy, Nuance’s popular Swype keyboard app has gone free for the first time since it released in mid September.
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ViewSonic is mostly known for its affordable desktop monitors and the projector line it has now expanded with the new PLED-W600 and W800 solid state LED projectors. The lightweight, “palm-sized” devices are designed for a wide range of applications from on-the-go business use to home entertainment, but it is the varied third party device connectivity that caught our attention…
Amazon has the Nespresso Citiz Espresso Maker with Aeroccino Plus Milk Frother in black and Chrome (C111) for $199 shipped. That’s $100 under the original listing, $150 under the current next best price, and the lowest price we can find.
It features a removable 34-ounce water tank, 25 seconds pre heat time, 19 Bar high pressure pump, auto power off after, a pivoting cup tray that “accommodates tall recipe glasses,” and more. While it has received a 4.8/5 star rating from only 14 Amazon customers, many of Nespresso’s machines have 4+ star ratings from hundreds of reviewers with some topping #1 Best Seller lists.
Just ahead of the winter snowfall, Amazon has the GreenWorks 12 Amp 20″ Corded Snow Thrower (26032) for $146.99 shipped.
Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals from Whirlpool, Cuisinart, Hamilton Beach and more:
MacMall is offering a number of manufacturer refurbished ViewSonic monitors today starting as low as $94.99 shipped with the 22-inch ViewSonic 1080p LED Backlit LCD Display (VA2246M-LED-REF). That’s $96 under the original price, $45 under Amazon’s new price, the lowest we’ve seen and the best refurbished price out there. You’ll also find the 24-inch model available for $109.99 shipped, which is about $121 under the original listing and again the best refurbished price we have seen.
Both models feature full 1080p HD, a 10M:1 dynamic contrast ratio, DVI and VGA inputs (DVI cable not included) and are VESA mountable (100mm x 100mm). These models have received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 490 customers.
Lastly, MacMall has the manufacturer refurbished 27-inch ViewSonic 1080p LED Monitor (VX2703MH-LED) for $184.99 shipped. That’s $221 under the original listing, $55 better than Amazon’s new price and the lowest total we can find. It features full 1080p HD, up to 40% energy savings with the LED backlight, 10,000,000:1 MEGA dynamic contrast ratio, VGA/HDMI & DVI inputs (with HDCP), and is VESA mountable.
This model has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 400 Amazon customers. If you need some extra HDMI cables, Amazon’s 6-foot basic option is $2 off right now.
The Internet Archive is offering a massive collection of classic arcade titles for free. As part of its effort to archive the history of computers and software, the group is now hosting over 900 previously coin-operated classics and allowing anyone to play them for free in the browser with no installation required…
Update (11/03 6:30pm): The Brother printer Gold Box deal is now sold out.
Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering the refurbished Brother Wireless Monochrome Laser Printer (EHL2270) for $59.99 shipped.
More notable printer deals:
For more printer options, Amazon is currently offering up to 50% off across a number of printer options as part of its Countdown to Black Friday sales.
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When you purchase refurbished Brother products, you can save money and still be confident you are getting a quality, genuine Brother product. Each unit is carefully refurbished and undergoes a stringent quality control process to ensure optimal performance prior to being sold as a refurbished model.
In fact, we believe so strongly in the quality of our refurbished products that we cover them under the same limited warranty as new Brother products.
Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering the refurbished Brother Wireless Monochrome Laser Printer (EHL2270) for $59.99 shipped. That’s $90 under the original listing, $30 under the next best refurbished price from a trusted retailer and the lowest we can find. This model has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 3,600 Amazon customers.
Just in time for the Black Friday deal season, Microsoft announced a $50 price drop coming to all major retailers for Xbox One consoles and bundles last week. While most stores ended up offering the deal early on some bundles, we are now seeing the discounts live across a number of retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Microsoft Store, Walmart, Target and more.
Starting at $349 for the entry level Xbox One without Kinect, Microsoft’s latest console is now $50 under the regular price of Sony’s PlayStation 4. But keep in mind you can easily find PS4’s on eBay for $360 shipped, and we have seen them drop to $350 previously so don’t be surprised to see them go even lower as the deal season continues.
However, there is a way to get Xbox One for even less…
Amazon has the Panasonic Arc3 Men’s Electric Shaver Wet/Dry with Nanotech Blades (ES8103S) for $54.99 shipped.
Next up, Dyson’s official eBay store is offering the manufacturer refurbished Dyson DC25 Multi Floor Upright Vacuum (yellow) for $179.99 shipped. That’s $320 under the original listing, more than $180 under Amazon’s new price and matching the lowest we’ve seen on a refurbished unit from a trusted retailer.
It features Dyson’s Ball and Root Cyclone technologies for easy navigation and no loss of suction. It works on all floor types and comes with a lifetime washable HEPA filter, a combination accessory tool, a stair tool and a 3 year Dyson and ABC warranty on parts and labor.
This model has received a 4/5 star rating from nearly 950 Amazon customers. Be sure to check out Dyson’s refurb store for deep discounts on other models.
Head below for the rest of today’s best home deals from KitchenAid, Cuisinart, Bissell and more:
Canon’s latest version of its flagship Digital SLR camera is now available and starts shipping today. Set to take over for the EOS 7D, the new EOS 7D Mark II has received positive early reviews for its updated auto-focus system, burst capture functionality, durable magnesium alloy body and integrated GPS.
Head below to find out if Canon’s new flagship APS-C DSLR is worthy of a spot in your camera bag…
This week’s free offering from the App Store is PAC-MAN Friends. Regularly listed at $3.99, it is now available for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Ranging from $4.99 to $1.99 since its release this past summer, this is the very first time we have seen the game go free for iOS.
Head below for a closer look and more gameplay details:
There are a number of companies trying to give GoPro a run for its money in the action cam space, including Garmin and even Polaroid with its mini casual offering. With GoPro now offering cams that shoot 4K and even one in the sub $150 range, competitors are going to have to start getting more creative. Previously unveiled and now available for purchase, the new 360 degree Kodak action cam is looking to do just that…
Google Play has a selection of classic rock singles available for free today from some of the biggest artists in history. While it’s hard to pull out just a few examples from such a legendary list, you’ll find hits from The Rolling Stones, John Lennon, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Steely Dan, Eagles, The Who and Queen to name a few.
Typically sold for around $1.29 each, all of the tracks in today’s deal are available completely free. Head over to today’s weekly Media post for more discounted music, movies and television shows.
Typically known for its PC-based gaming systems and peripherals, today Razer is introducing the all new Leviathan Sound Bar and Subwoofer.
While this isn’t the first set of speakers the company has released, the Leviathan marks the company’s first foray into the home theater sector. This isn’t your typical home theater sound bar though, it features surround sound specifically for gaming and movies, but also includes your basic Bluetooth capabilities for stereo music streaming from your smartphone or tablet.
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Amazon is offering the 13.3-inch Acer Chromebook 13 for $249 shipped. Launching just over 2 months ago, this is about $50 under the original listing, $31 under the current regular price from Acer and the lowest we’ve seen.
With an original price of $299, Acer’s new option was already providing significant value over Samsung’s latest $400 offering, especially considering it has over 2 hours more battery life and what appears to be much better graphics performance. Samsung’s 13-inch Chromebook 2 goes for $378 on Amazon right now.
The Acer Chromebook 13 CB5 features:
Early reviewers give it a 4.3/5 star rating on Amazon. You can find more details in our launch post.
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See More. Do More. Go Anywhere.
The Acer Chromebook 13 gives you more. Up to 13 hours of battery life keeps you powered from day to night. A bright 13.3″ anti-glare display and the world’s most advanced mobile graphics from NVIDIA deliver smooth visuals and enhance all of your favorite clips and photos. And the 3x faster wireless connection keeps you one step ahead. Acer Chromebook 13, more to enjoy.
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Acer expands upon its already dominant Chromebook position with the Chromebook 13, featuring a 13.3″ display. The screen area is 32% larger than that of 11.6″ Chromebooks, so that you can see more and explore more. The display is bright and crisp with a 1366 x 768 resolution and anti-glare screen minimize glare so you can even enjoy the Chromebook outdoors.
See more with the world’s most advanced mobile graphics – the 192 core NVIDIA Kepler™ GPU delivers breathtaking visual performance and unsurpassed battery life. Content-rich webpages and high-end games come alive on the Tegra-K1’s GPU, which is based on the same design that powers some of the world’s fastest supercomputers.
The Chromebook 13 is Google Hangouts Optimized. It supports Hangouts in HD, bringing friends and family closer with high resolution video chats, and the HD webcam presents you at your best, too. Want bigger? Extend your view to your big screen via the HDMI port.
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Do more with the world’s most advanced mobile CPU. The Chromebook 13 is the first Chromebook powered by a Quad Core NVIDIA Tegra K1 mobile processor. The four cores deliver faster multi-tasking than other mobile processors. This means users can browse the web, stream music, view photos and run their favorite apps all at the same time, without missing a beat.
The Acer Chromebook 13, boots in less than 10 seconds and resumes nearly instantly from sleep. Chromebooks have multiple layers of security to keep you safe and worry free. Plus with automatic updates, the Chromebook downloads security and software upgrades so you don’t have to.
Store and access your photos, music, videos, documents and more from anywhere with Google Drive. It’s simple, and all your files are backed up automatically online, safely and securely. Plus enjoy 100 GB of free storage on Google Drive for two years.
Go Anywhere.
The Acer Chromebook 13 has the longest-lasting battery life of all Chromebooks – up to 13 hours! Whether you are browsing the web, playing games, or using productivity tools, this Chromebook will let you accomplish it all from day to night.
In today’s best game/app deals, Amazon is offering some great prices on Xbox One games including Dead Rising 3: Apocalypse Edition for $39.99 shipped (Reg. $50, lowest we’ve seen) with 4 DLC story packs and more included. You’ll also find Forza 5: Game of the Year Edition for Xbox One, which includes a number of additional tracks and 10 new vehicles with the Top Gear car pack, available for $39.99 shipped (Reg. $50). Lastly, Amazon is offering Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes on Xbox One and PS4 for $19.99 Prime shipped (Reg. up to $30).
Head below for the rest of today’s best iOS price drops including My Paper Plane 3 for FREE (Reg. $1), Shoot The Zombirds for FREE (Reg. $1), Crow for $2 (Reg. $5) and many more.
In case you missed it recently, Rockstar’s classic GTA Trilogy is on sale for iOS, Amazon just knocked $50 off the COD: Advanced Warfare and Assassin’s Creed Unity Xbox One bundles and head below for the rest of today’s best deals:
Update (10/30 12:25pm): Best Buy has now dropped $50 off the special edition COD and Assassin’s Creed bundles (w/ Kinect version) to match Amazon ahead of the official November 2nd drop date as well.
Update (10/28 7:55am): It looks as though the $50 price drop is now live on Amazon for the Xbox One Limited Edition Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Bundle ($449) shipped and the Xbox One Assassin’s Creed Unity Bundle without Kinect ($349) shipped. This is the lowest price we’ve seen on either bundle and nearly a week ahead of the scheduled price drop.
Update (10/27 4:45pm): Microsoft is offering an additional 5% off any purchase from the Microsoft Store when you text Play to 29502 from your mobile device, simply enter the promo code that you receive via text during checkout. We have not seen any limitations or exclusions for this deal and assume that it will work once the $50 discounts for Xbox One begin.
The crazy deal season is just around the corner now, with Black Friday like discounts starting as early as the beginning of next month from what we are hearing at this point. Microsoft looks as though it will be one of the first major manufacturers to announce deep sale pricing with its latest home console dropping $50 across the board.
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Dyson has been pushing home appliance technology forward for many years now with its bagless cyclone vacuums and blade-less fans. Its desktop and home pedestal fans use something called Air Multiplier technology, which as you have likely seen, allows the popular Dyson machines to blow air like a typical fan without the moving parts. At the time, the tech was a first in home consumer goods and now the company is capitalizing on it to enter a new product category.
The company’s latest gadget comes in the form of a humidifier that leverages the advancements Dyson has made with its other products into a safe and healthy way to keep your home comfortable.
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Groupon has the Rachael Ray Porcelain II Aluminum Nonstick 11″ Square Griddle with Glass Press for $39.99 shipped. That’s $60 off the original price, $10 better than Amazon and the lowest we’ve seen it go for.
It has received 4+ star ratings on Amazon like much of the rest of the popular Rachel Ray kitchenware. We also spotted some other items from the line at a notable price today as well:
Sears is offering the Hamilton Beach 4 qt. Stainless Steel Slow Cooker for $9.99 with free in-store pick up. That’s $18 off the original listing, $12 under Amazon, about 60% off the next best price and the lowest price we’ve seen it go for.
It has 3 heat settings, a 4-quart oval stoneware crock, a glass lid designed with a stainless-steel rim/cool-to-touch knob, and is dishwasher-safe. It has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 320 Amazon customers.
Be sure to check out yesterday’s Braun Series 3 Wet & Dry Shaver (340S-4) for $49.97 shipped (orig. $80+) and head below for the rest of today’s home deals from KitchenAid, Braun, Nivea and more:
Update (10/24 1:05pm): Rockstar has also dropped the price on the classic GTA Trilogy for Android devices as well.
In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, developer Rockstar Games is putting the entire trilogy on sale for iOS. Just a day after the company confirmed it was releasing an high res port of San Andreas for Xbox 360 with updated visuals and achievements, Grand Theft Auto III and GTA: Vice City are available for $2.99 each (Reg. $4.99), with GTA: San Andreas dropping to $3.99 (Reg. $6.99).
This marks the very first discount for San Andreas on the App Store. While we have seen both Vice City and GTA III go lower, this is the first time they have been discounted since July of 2013.
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Apple has selected RGB Express – Mini Truck Puzzle to be this week’s free iOS app. Regularly listed at $2.99, you can pick up the charming puzzler today on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch for free. This is the very first time we have seen the game go free since it released on the App Store late last month.
Head below for more details and some gameplay footage:
Amazon has the Braun Series 3 Wet & Dry Shaver (340S-4) for $49.97 shipped. That’s $31 or 38% under the original listing, $20 or more under the average selling price, $5 under the next best price and the lowest we’ve seen. This wet/dry shaver offers “30% less skin irritation than rotary systems,” a precision long hair trimmer and is “100% waterproof and fully washable.”
It comes with a 2 year warranty and has received a 4.2/5 star rating from over 700 Amazon customers. With your savings you can pick up some Braun Series 3 Replacement heads for a few bucks off on Amazon right now.
Head below for the rest of today’s notable home deals from Hamilton Beach, Magic Bullet, DeWALT, and more:
While EA’s NHL series has dominated the console space for many years, its popular hockey sim titles don’t make it to mobile. That’s where 2K comes in. Just a week after debuting NBA 2K15 for smartphones and tablets, the well known publisher has now released a new NHL 2K title on the App Store and Google Play.
While somewhat better known for titles like BioShock, XCOM and Civilization on the mobile side, 2K also has a long history with sports titles like its popular NBA titles. NHL 2K comes with many of the usual features and modes you have come to expect from an NHL game, along with being designed for mobile from the ground up. Head below for more details, features and pricing:
Unlike many of the currently available smart home security options out there, the new Homeboy camera offers a simplified take on home surveillance in a tiny all-in-one system. It is a completely wireless solution that requires no additional hardware, taps right into your home WiFi network and offers simple mobile device monitoring.
Along with a built-in mounting system and an impressive battery life, Homeboy has a number of other security features, seamless integration with other smart home products and full functionality with no subscription fees. More details below:
Amazon is offering up to 56% off Cuisinart CPT compact toasters today. The Cuisinart CPT-122 Compact 2-Slice Toaster is $23.99 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. That’s $31 or 56% under the original listing, the lowest we’ve seen and the best price we can find from a trusted retailer.
Amazon also has the Cuisinart CPT-142 Compact 4-Slice model on sale for $41.99 shipped, but you can grab it for $1 less at Quill right now. That’s more than $48 or 53% under the original listing and the best we’ve seen.
Both models feature a compact design with stainless feel accents, reheat, defrost and bagel options, 1-1/2-inch wide toasting slots and a slide-out crumb tray. They have received a 3.9/5 star rating from over 650 Amazon customers.
Gift Card Mall via eBay Daily Deals is offering Sears gift cards at 10% off today. You can grab a $100 Sears gift card for $90 and a $200 GC for $180, both shipped free.
They can be used to save up to 10% off housewares, appliances, apparel and many other things Sears offers. These GCs can be redeemed at Sears and Kmart retail locations in the U.S, as well as online at Sears.com and Kmart.com. There is a purchase limit of 2 Sears Gift Cards per eBay user ID and the cards can not be used on “third party debit or prepaid cards, restaurants, portrait studios, or for cash.”
Head below for the rest of today’s home deals and be sure to check out the Gold Box deal of the day at Amazon with up 50% off Home Monitoring systems:
We spotted a couple iPad/kitchen accessories today starting with the Belkin Fridge Mount for iPad 2, 3, and 4th Generation with Retina Display for $18.17 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (seen on the right). That’s nearly $22 or 55% under the original price tag, the best price we’ve seen and the best we can find from a trusted retailer.
This fridge mount requires no tools or permanent installation, and comes with 3M Command Strips to “affix the mount to a fridge, cabinet, wall or any other smooth vertical surface.” iPad is held firmly in place with inner magnetic strips and is “easy to position and remove,” according to Belkin. It also ships with a limited one year warranty and has received a 4/5 star rating from over 50 Amazon customers.
The Belkin Kitchen Stand and Wand/Stylus for Tablets for $12.59 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. That’s more than $27 or 69% under the original price and within less than a dollar of the lowest we’ve ever seen.
It is compatible with most tablets, is hand washable and features a non-slip rubber base. This deal comes with the Belkin Chef stand, stylus, stylus stand and a limited one year warranty. It has received a 4.2/5 star rating from over 180 Amazon customers.
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The popular calendar and reminders app Fantastical 2 is getting even deeper discounts today. Previously dropped to $5 and $10, the iPhone version is now available for $2.99 (Reg. $5) and the iPad version is $7.99 (Reg. $9.99). This is the first time we have seen the iPhone version hit $2.99 since February and only the second time we have seen the iPad version go as low as $7.99 since release. At one time, they were as much as $9.99 and $19.99 respectively.
The award-winning, best-selling calendar app has been redesigned and reimagined for your iPad with iOS 7. With the convenient Fantastical Dashboard, you’ll add, view, and interact with your events and reminders with ease.
Fantastical 2 for iPhone $3 (Reg. $5)
Fantastical 2 for iPad $7 (Reg. $10)
The latest entry in the popular Civilization strategy game series is set to hit PC on October 24th, and now it looks as though the Mac (and Linux) version is scheduled to become available this holiday. Developed by Firaxis games and ported by Aspyr, Civilization: Beyond Earth for Mac is coming to both the Mac App Store and Steam before the end of the year, with the Linux version hitting right afterwards.
Head below for a quick look at the intro cinematic and more details on the pre-order freebie the Mac version comes with:
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Update (10/22 8:15am): Dell S2240M now $114.99 shipped at Amazon.
We spotted a few monitor deals at Newegg today including the Dell S2240M 21.5-Inch Screen LED-lit Monitor for $129.99. But using code EMCWPHW58 will drop your total down to $114.99 shipped. That’s $85 under the original listing, $21 under Amazon and matching the best we’ve seen.
It features full HD resolution (1920 x 1080), 16:9 widescreen format, VGA and DVI-D (HDCP) connectivity and more. It has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 350 Amazon customers.
Next up, Newegg has the Asus VE278Q 27-Inch Full-HD LED Monitor with Integrated Speakers for $239.99. But using code EMCWPHW59 will drop your total down to $219.99 shipped. For those interested, you can knock another $20 off the price with the included mail-in-rebate (MIR). At $220, this is nearly $100 off the original listing, matching the best we’ve seen and matching Amazon’s MIR price.
This is a 27-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD LED panel with 10,000,000:1 ASUS Smart Contrast Ratio, Display Port, HDMI, and D-Sub connectivity, Picture in Picture and more. It comes with a limited 3 year warranty and has received a 4.2/5 star rating from over 300 Amazon customers.
With your savings, you can pick up a 20-foot HDMI cable for $4 shipped in our Daily Deals round-up today.
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Marshall, a company well known for its professional guitar amps, is introducing a brand new entry to its line of Bluetooth speakers. While the upcoming Marshall Acton Speaker will retain the same classic look previous models have borrowed from the iconic guitar amps, it is also the smallest and most affordable mobile speaker the company has offered to date.
Head below for a closer look on what this compact speaker has to offer, as well as availability and pricing details:
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Released back in April, R.B.I. Baseball 14 for iOS is getting its first discount today. Regularly listed at $4.99, the fast paced, arcade style Baseball title is available for $1.99 today on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. You’ll also find the title 60% off on Android ($1.99) and 50% off as a digital download on Xbox 360, Xbox One and PlayStation 3/4.
Head below for more details and some gameplay footage of R.B.I. Baseball 14’s addictive, arcade-style action:
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Amazon is offering the OtterBox Symmetry Series iPhone 6 Case in Glacier (White/Gunmetal Grey) for $30.21 Prime shipped (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. That’s nearly $10 or 25% under the regular price and the best we’ve seen on an iPhone 6 model Symmetry case. While it may not have the extreme rugged protection of the Defender cases, it can be a much sleeker and easier to carry option for those who don’t need the extra durability.
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It has received a 4.1/5 star rating from over 50 Amazon customers so far. If you’re looking for more iPhone 6 accessories, our dock, Lightning cable and case roundups are a great place to start.
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This sleek, cleanly constructed case is simple to install in its one-piece form. But don’t let its elegant simplicity fool you — the dual-material construction makes Symmetry Series one of the slimmest, most protective cases in its class. Symmetry Series for iPhone 6 has the style you want with the protection you need.
When it comes to your smartphone, it’s not just about the protection. It’s also about you — your style, your personality, your life. With an array of colors and graphics to choose from, you’re sure to find the style that speaks to you.
– Dual-material construction makes Symmetry Series for iPhone 6 one of the slimmest, most protective cases in its class
– Sleek and slim iPhone 6 case is a cinch to install
– Make this stylish iPhone 6 case your canvas for design when you choose from a full spectrum of wraparound colors and graphics
– Streamlined design delivers tough protection from drops and shock
Amazon has the Kensington WordLock Portable Combination Laptop Computer Lock (K64684US) for $12.98 Prime shipped (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more (matched at Fry’s). That’s $15 or 54% off the original listing and the best price we’ve seen on this model lock.
Kensington’s device locks can be a handy way to secure anything with a Kensington security lock including computers, hard drives, monitors, older MacBook Pros and more. This model features a keyless 4-wheel combination lock and a self-coiling cable that stretches to 6-feet and shrinks to 3-inches.
It has received a 4/5 star rating on Amazon. The Kensington Desk Mount Cable Anchor (K64613WW) also has favorable reviews and is currently 45% off today (within $5 or so of lowest).
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Amazon has the QNAP 4-Bay NAS with SATA 3Gbps, USB 3.0 (TS-469L) for $449.99 shipped. That’s $310 or 41% under the original listing, between around $70 to $220 under the next best prices and the best price we’ve seen.
QNAP NAS servers can be a handy way to store your shared files/assets/videos at home or at the office. It houses an Intel Atom 2.13 GHz Dual-core processor with up to four 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch hard drives or SSDs. You can even “connect a HDTV to the TS-469L via HDMI to enjoy high-definition multimedia content stored on your TS-469L.”
QNAP Turbo NAS servers are a new approach for sharing digital photos, music, and movies/videos, and keeping home computers backed up. You can easily view photos, listen to music, and even watch Full HD 1080p movies on a widescreen TV or projector streamed from the NAS over the network through PS3, Xbox 360, or other network media players.
This model has received a 4.3/5 star rating among Amazon customers. This QNAP does not come with HDDs inside, but WD’s Red drives are specifically designed to handle NAS operation and are very well received among Amazon customers.
We also spotted the Buffalo LinkStation 2-Drive 6TB (2 x 3TB) RAID NAS Personal Cloud Storage and Media Server (LS220D0602) at Woot for $269.99 plus $5 flat rate shipping. That’s as much as $175 under the original listing, $69 better than Amazon and the best price we can find.
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The QNAP App Center provides a wide range of apps developed by QNAP and third-party developers, including tools for backup/sync, business, content management, communications, download, entertainment, and much more. The App Center is a centralized location for installing, managing, and updating apps on demand.
Supporting SATA 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s hard drives and various 3.5”/2.5” hard drives and SSDs, the TS-469L provides users with high flexibility in selecting hard drives. The various inbuilt I/O ports help accommodate different peripherals, including external storage devices and printers.
Tower Madness 2 is getting the nod as Apple’s free App of the Week. Regularly listed on the App Store for $1.99, the strategy/tower defense game is now available as a free download for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This marks the very first time we have seen the title go free since it was released at the beginning of the year.
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AgileBits has just put its popular password manager app 1Password on sale for $34.99 (Reg. $50). While not the lowest we’ve seen, its the best price in around 6 months. Recently the company went freemium with the iOS 8 version, adding touch ID support in the mean time. This marks the first price drop since the company adopted the freemium model. Both versions are considered to be among the best options available for password management and sit with 4+ star ratings from thousands of reviewers.
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Following last week’s release of NBA 2K15 on consoles and PC, 2K has now released a version of its latest basketball sim for iOS. The venerable gaming company says it is its “most true-to-life NBA experience yet on mobile.”
The game boasts a number of improvements over last year, including “vastly” improved visuals and what 2K is calling “ultra-realistic NBA gameplay.” Head below for more details, pricing and the release trailer.
Today, Belkin announced a pair of additions to its popular line of QODE iPad keyboard cases. According to Belkin, the new QODE Ultimate Pro and QODE Slim Style Keyboards for iPad Air take everything that was great about the previous generation models and add in some premium features Belkin customers have requested.
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Carl Zeiss has just recently announced the VR One virtual reality headset for use with iOS and Android smartphones. While it still feels like a bit of stretch to get people to put these things on their heads, the typically steep price point of early contenders does’t help. The VR One is a similar premise to what we are seeing from Samsung’s Gear VR headset, but at a seemingly much more affordable price tag.
Staples is offering the APC Back-UPS NS 600VA 8-Outlet Power-Saving UPS (BN600G) for $54.99. But using code 86128 during checkout drops the total down to $44.99 shipped. That’s as much as $35 under some trusted retailers, $15 under the next best price and the lowest we can find for this model.
It has an output capacity of 600VA / 360Watts and features 8 power outlets (4 Battery Backup with Surge Protection; 4 Surge Protection Only), 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network, an included USB cable and a 5ft. power extension.
While reviews are a little bit thin on this model, the near identical previous generation offering sits as the #1 Best Seller on Amazon and has a 4.3/5 star rating from over 1,700 customers. If you’re looking for more outlets, the highly rated APC (BR1500G) Back-UPS with 10 outlets is also on sale right now for $149.99 shipped (orig. $310).
Every week Apple picks one app to go free on iOS. Regularly priced at $1, arcade puzzler JELLIES! is now available for download on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch for free. The game released back in June for $1.99 and the only other time we’ve seen it free was a short 3 day sale in late August. It has received a 4.5/5 star rating from over 210 reviews.
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Update (10/9 11:55pm): Mobilepros1 is also offering the Apple certified refurbished 128GB model for $479.99 shipped ($139 under Apple’s price).
Mobilepros1 via eBay Daily Deals is offering the Apple certified refurbished 64GB iPad with Retina display Wi-Fi + Cellular on AT&T in black (4th generation) for $429.99 shipped. That’s $130 under Apple’s refurbished price and best price we can find.
It features a 9.7-inch, multi-touch Retina display, a 5-megapixel iSight camera, FaceTime HD camera, 1080p HD video recording and 10-hours battery life running on a dual-core A6X chip. While we are expecting.
While we are expecting new iPads to hit this month, if you’re not the type that must have the newest models, today’s deal is a great chance to pick up a 4th gen for more than $100 less than Apple direct. MobilePros1 is a trusted seller with a 98.1% positive feedback rating from well over 30,000 reviewers, and today’s deal comes with a 1 year Apple warranty and has been “Apple tested and certified.”
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Breakthrough Retina display. It’s even more than meets the eye.
The Retina display on iPad makes everything look crisp and lifelike. Text is razor sharp. Colors are vibrant. Photos and videos are rich with detail. All thanks to its 3.1 million pixels — a million more pixels than an HDTV.
Powerful A6X chip. High speeds ahead.
The new A6X chip inside iPad is up to twice as fast as the previous-generation A5X chip, and it delivers up to twice the graphics performance, without sacrificing battery life. Which means even the most advanced apps are smooth, responsive, and incredibly lifelike.
Over 300,000 apps. There’s almost no limit to what you can do.
Apps for iPad aren’t like anything else. That’s because every app — 300,000 and counting — is designed specifically for iPad. And with apps in just about every category, you can do things like make a commute more entertaining, a presentation more interesting, or a school lesson more inspiring, right from your iPad.
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IGN’s free game of the month is Ski Safari: Adventure Time for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Regularly priced at $1.99, this is the very first time we have seen this endless runner go free. It has received 4.5 stars from 2,838 Ratings.
Basically a mash-up of the popular Ski Safari game and Cartoon Network’s Adventure Time, the game features Finn and BMO along with a host of other familiar characters. There are several environments including the Ice Kingdom, Fire Kingdom, Candy Kingdom, the Forbidden Dungeon, and the Mystery Mountains as well as various character costumes and customization options.
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The official Barska eBay Store is offering the Barska Mini Biometric Safe w/ Fingerprint Lock (AX11620) for $134.99 shipped. That’s $225 off the original listing, $45 under Barska direct, $10 better than Amazon and within $7 of the best we’ve seen which was a limited one day Amazon sale.
It features a biometric fingerprint lock that can hold up to 30 different registered user prints, pre-drilled holes for easy mounting, two solid steel locking bolts and a silent access feature. The steel made safe comes with a set of emergency back-up keys, a protective floor mat, the mounting hardware and a one year limited warranty from Barska.
It has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 220 Amazon customers. You’ll find more discounted Barska home safe options on the company’s official Amazon Store as well.
Next, Amazon has the Rachael Ray Tools and Gadgets 2-Piece Natural Acacia Wood Salt and Pepper Grinder Set for $20 Prime shipped (free trial) on orders of $35 or more. That’s $40 or 67% under the original $60 price tag, the lowest price we can find by $10 and the best we’ve seen.
They are crafted from eco-friendly acacia wood and feature stainless steel bottom plates and ceramic grinders. This set has received a solid 4/5 star rating on Amazon just like the rest of the popular Rachel Ray cookware and kitchenware options. This grinder set does not come with salt and pepper inside, so the Amazon best selling coarse grind salt and pepper options can be a good place to start.
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Amazon is offering the Numark Mixtrack Edge Slimline USB DJ Controller with Integrated Audio Output for $99 shipped. That’s $200 under the original listing, $40 better than Guitar Center and the best we’ve seen.
This is a light and extremely portable, 2-channel DJ controller that offers many of the basic options as a full fledged pro controller like the new Numark NV. You’ll find everything from Sync, Hot Cue, Loop, EQ and two effects controls all packed within a case that is less than 1-inch thick. It also has a built-in audio interface, metal platters, can be bus powered with the included USB cable and works with both Mac and PC along with a host of popular DJ software.
It has received a 4.2/5 star rating on Amazon and includes the Numark Remix Toolkit download ($200 value).
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Featuring the ideal combination of essential capability and compact design, Mixtrack Edge is a controller every DJ should have in their arsenal. USB-powered and just 14 millimeters thin, Mixtrack Edge goes anywhere with ease. Its low-profile design features an integrated cover to protect the control surface and a full array of bright backlit controls surrounded by brushed aluminum. It’s small on size but big on features, so you can command your mix with precision.
An audio interface is built in for headphone cueing and output to a PA system. Plus, Mixtrack Edge comes with Virtual DJ LE software and a 1/8″-to-RCA audio cable so you can start mixing right away. Mixtrack Edge is class-compliant with both Mac and PC and operates via standard MIDI, so it’s compatible with virtually any DJ software.
Mixtrack Edge has a built-in cover and ultra-slim design for a reason — it’s made to keep you, your mix, and your audience moving. Mixtrack Edge is also USB-powered, so no power adapter is required, and setting up is simple, so you can mix anytime, anywhere.
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Meh.com is offering two refurbished iRobot Roomba 560 Vacuum Cleaners for $300 + $5 shipping.
Next up, Dyson’s official eBay Store is offering the brand new Dyson AM08 Pedestal Fan with Air Multiplier in blue/iron for $259.99 shipped. That’s $190 off the original listing, $90 under Amazon and the best price we’ve seen on this model. (seen in silver to the right)
Along with its blade-less design, the AM08 features a sleep timer, a remote control to choose between a number of cooling settings, and is 35% quieter than AM03. While this particular model doesn’t have many reviews on Amazon, just about all of Dyson’s AM-series fans have solid reviews and the white model sits with a 4.2/5 star rating.
Head below for the rest of today’s best Home Deals including 50% off one home item for new Subscribe & Save members on Amazon:
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