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Seth Weintraub

Founder, Publisher and Editorial Director of the 9to5/Electrek/DroneDJ sites.

Seth Weintraub is an award-winning journalist and blogger who won back to back Neal Awards during his three plus years  covering Apple and Google at IDG’s Computerworld from 20072010.  Weintraub next covered all things Google for Fortune Magazine from 2010-2011 amassing a thick rolodex of Google contacts and love for Silicon Valley tech culture.

It turns out that his hobby 9to5Mac.com blog was always his favorite and in 2011 he went full time adding his Fortune Google followers to 9to5Google.com and adding the style and commerce component 9to5Toys.com gear and deals site. In 2013, Weintraub bought one of the Tesla’s first Model S EVs off the assembly line and so began his love affair with the Electric Vehicle and green energy which in 2014 turned into electrek.co.

In 2018, DroneDJ was born to cover the burgeoning world of drones and UAV’s led by China’s DJI.

From 1997-2007, Weintraub was a Global IT director and Web Developer for a number of companies with stints at multimedia and branding agencies in Paris, Los Angeles, New York, Sydney, Hong Kong, Madrid and London before becoming a publisher/blogger.

Seth received a bachelors degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California with a minor in Multimedia and Creative Technology in 1997. In 2004, he received a Masters from NYU’s Tisch School of the Art’s ITP program.

Hobbies: Weintraub is a licensed single engine private pilot, certified open water scuba diver and spent over a year traveling to 60 cities in 23 countries. Whatever free time exists is now guaranteed to his lovely wife and two amazing sons.

More at About.me. BI 2014 profile.

Tips: seth@9to5mac.com, or llsethj on Wickr/Skype or link at top of page.

TCL 40″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV, TiVo Premier for $400 + free shipping

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Vann’s offers the TCL 40″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. L40FHDM11TA, bundled with a TiVo Premiere HD DVR, model no. TCD746320, for $399.97 with free shipping. That’s $250 off and tied with a deal from last week for the lowest total price we could find. (It’s also one of the best deals we’ve ever seen for a 40″ 1080p HDTV.)

The TV features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 4,000:1 contrast ratio, 430 cd/m² brightness, 8ms response time, two HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. The DVR can record up to 45 hours of HD content (including two shows at once while watching a previously recorded show), transfer recordings to your laptop, iPhone, or other mobile device, stream content from several On Demand sites (such as Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand, and others), and more.

Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset for $75 + free shipping

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Logitech offers its “dented box” Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Gaming Headset, model no. 981-000116, for $129.99. Coupon code “logi_g35_61011” drops it to $74.99. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $25, although we saw it for $5 less in April (since expired). This 7.1-channel surround headset comes with an adjustable noise-canceling microphone, USB connectivity, on-ear audio controls, and three swappable headband pads.

Note: This is a “dented box” unit; although the box may be scratched or dented, the contents are new with a full Logitech warranty.

Samsung 46″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit LCD HDTV for $800 + free shipping

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TigerDirect offers the Samsung 46″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. UN46C6300, for $1,299.99. Coupon code “JDQ33601” cuts it to $799.96. With free shipping, that’s $100 below our mention from three days ago and the lowest total price we could find by $129. Features include a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 120Hz refresh rate, edge-lit LED backlight, Ethernet port, two USB ports, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Acer 23″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Display for $120 + free shipping

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Staples offers the Acer P236H 23″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Monitor, model no. ET.VP6HP.002, for $149.98. Coupon code “69882” cuts it to $119.98. With free shipping, that’s $30 under February’s mention and the lowest total price we’ve seen. (It’s also within $2 of the least expensive 23″ 1080p monitor we’ve seen and a current price low by $71.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 5ms response time, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m² brightness, DVI and VGA inputs, and more.

Acer 22″ 1080p Widescreen LCD Display for $90 + free shipping

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Staples offers the Acer G215HAbd 21.5″ 1080p Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. ET.WG5HP.A01, for $119.98. Coupon code “69882” cuts it to $89.98. With free shipping, that’s $39 under our mention from last fall and the least expensive Acer 22″ LCD we’ve ever seen by $10. (It’s also a current price low by $47.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 5ms response time, 300 cd/m² brightness, and DVI and VGA inputs.

Step up to a Acer P236H 23″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Monitor with the same Coupon code “69882” for $119.98.

Curtis 46″ 120Hz 1080p LCD HDTV for $479 + $30 s&h

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Walmart cut its price on the Curtis 46″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LCD4686A-W, to $479. Shipping adds $29.97, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, it’s $20 under our mention from five weeks ago and the lowest total price we’ve seen for a 46″ 120Hz 1080p LCD HDTV. (It’s also a current price low by $39.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 5,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 500 cd/m² brightness, three HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other inputs.

HHI Snap-On Hard Back Shell Case for iPad 2 w/ $2 credit for $9 + $3 s&h

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HandHeldItems offers its HHI Snap-On Hard Back Shell Case for iPad 2 in Rubberized Black (pictured), Clear Orange, Clear Red, Clear Lime, or Clear Pink for $13.99. Coupon code “smartchioceback” cuts it to $8.99. Plus, receive a $2 HHI Credit with your purchase. With $2.85 for shipping (and assuming you use the credit), that ties our mention from a week ago as the lowest total price we could find for a similar case, this time by $24. This case will protect your iPad 2 from scratches, is compatible with the Apple Smart Cover (sold separately), and features cutouts for access to ports and buttons.

Panasonic VIERA 50″ 600Hz 1080p Plasma HDTV, mount for $910 + free shipping

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Abe’s of Maine offers the Panasonic VIERA 50″ 600Hz 1080p Widescreen Plasma HD Television, model no. TC-P50S30, bundled with a free flat wall mount for $925.18. (The mount is added to your cart automatically.) Coupon code “DEALNEWS15” drops it to $910.18. With free shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find for the TV alone by $50. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 600Hz sub-field drive, WiFi connectivity with optional adapter (not included), Ethernet, two USB ports, three HDMI inputs, and component and other video inputs.

D-Link 802.11n Wireless Internet Surveillance Camera for $60 + free shipping

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mwave offers the D-Link 802.11n Wireless Internet Surveillance Camera in White, model no. DCS-930L, for $59.99 with free shipping. That’s $3 under our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $9. This security camera connects to your wireless network to provide remote monitoring over the Internet. It features a 4x digital zoom, Mac compatibility, and more.

rooCASE TPU Skin Wave Case for AT&T iPhone 4, more for $4 + free shipping

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PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE Wave TPU Crystal Skin Wave Design Case for AT&T Apple iPhone 4 in Clear (pictured), Smoke, Blue, Lilac, or Magenta, for $8.95. Coupon code “IP4GWAVSCPR399” drops it to $3.99 and adds the Young Micro Screen Protector and Cleaning Cloth for Apple iPhone 4 to your cart for free. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago as the lowest total price we could find for the case alone by $3. It protects your iPhone from scratches, dust, and more. The washable, scratch-resistant screen protector reduces glare. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.

Refurb LG 46″ 120Hz 1080p LCD HDTV with wireless adapter for $600 + $36 s&h

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CircuitCity offers the factory-refurbished LG 46″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. 46LD550, bundled with an LG 802.11n Wireless USB Adapter, model no. AN-WF100, for $599.98 with about $36 for shipping. That’s $304 under the lowest total price we could find for a new pair when purchased separately elsewhere. (It’s also the least expensive 46″ 120Hz LCD HDTV we’ve seen with a wireless adapter.) Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, NetCast Internet Apps, 150,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 2.4ms response time, four HDMI inputs, USB, and other inputs. A 1-year LG warranty applies.

Acer 24″ 1080p LED Widescreen Display with HDMI for $190 + free shipping

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Best Buy offers the Acer S242HL 24″ 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit Monitor for $189.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from three weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $34. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 250 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response time, one HDMI input, and both DVI and VGA connectivity.

Samsung SH100 14MP 5x WiFi Digital Camera Bundle for $125 + free shipping

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BuyDig offers the Samsung SH100 14-Megapixel WiFi Digital Camera in Black, bundled with a 4GB SDHC Memory Card, Carrying Case, and Lens Cleaning Kit for $124.73 with free shipping. (Scroll down to see this combo deal.) That’s tied with our mention from last month and $57 under the lowest total price we could find for these items purchased separately elsewhere. Features include a 3″ touchscreen LCD, 5x optical zoom lens, 1280×720 (720p) HD video capture, SD/SDHC card slot, USB connectivity, wireless connectivity, and more.

HP 2311x 23″ 1080p Widescreen LED LCD Display for $160 + free shipping

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The HP Home & Home Office Store offers its HP 2311x 23″ 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD Monitor, model no. XP598AA#ABA, for $189.99. Coupon code “SAVE30HP” drops it to $159.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $40. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, LED backlighting, 5ms response time, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 250 cd/m² brightness, and HDMI, DVI-D, and VGA inputs.

Refurbished Apple 27″ LED Cinema Display for $849 + free shipping

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The Apple Store offers the factory-refurbished Apple 27″ LED Cinema Display HD Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. MB382LL/A, for $849. (Click “Displays” on the left to find it.) With free shipping, that’s $150 off and tied with our mention from last week as the lowest total price we could find for this display. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a native resolution of 2560×1440, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 12ms grey-to-grey response time, 375 cd/m² brightness, built-in iSight camera, 3-port USB 2.0 hub, and Mini DisplayPort connectivity. A 1-year Apple warranty applies, the same as with new displays.

Refurbished Apple iPad 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet for $450 + free shipping

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Click Go and Buy via Buy.com offers the 1st-generation, refurbished Apple iPad 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet, model no. MB294LL/A, for $449.99. With free shipping, that’s $79 under last week’s mention and the lowest total price we’ve ever seen for a non-3G 64GB iPad. (It’s also currently $50 under the best deal we could find for a new unit.) This 0.5″-thick tablet weighs 1.5 lbs. and features an Apple A4 1GHz processor, 9.7″ 1024×768 LCD touchscreen display, 802.11a/n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, accelerometer, compass, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more.

No warranty information is provided.

eMachines 20″ Widescreen LCD Display for $100 + free shipping

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PC Connection Express offers the eMachines 20″ Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. E203HVb, for $99.95 with free shipping. (Best Buy charges just a few cents more, but with sales tax in more locations.) That’s tied with our April mention and the lowest total price we could find by $3. Features include 1600×900 native resolution, 5ms response time, 200cd/m² brightness, 5,000:1 contrast ratio, and VGA video input.

Refurb Western Digital Livewire AV Powerline Network Kit for $80 + $6 s&h

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Western Digital Outlet offers the factory-refurbished Western Digital Livewire AV Powerline Network Kit for $79.99 plus $5.99 for shipping. That’s a $20 drop and the lowest total price we could find. This wired network solution uses your home’s AC powerlines to carry a broadband Internet signal. It allows you to network up to seven Internet-connected devices such as computers, TVs, game consoles, media players, and network storage drives. A 6-month Western Digital warranty applies.

HP 2211x 22″ 1080p Widescreen LED LCD Display for $130 + free shipping

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HP Home & Home Office offers the HP 2211x 21.5″ 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD Monitor, model no. XP601AA#ABA, for $159.99. Coupon code “SAVE30HP” cuts it to $129.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $19. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, LED backlighting, 1,000:1 contrast ratio (3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio), 250 cd/m² brightness, 5ms response time, and both DVI-D and VGA inputs.

Hannspree 42″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $419 + $14 s&h

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Walmart offers the Hannspree 42″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. ST42DMSB, for $419. Shipping adds $13.97 or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s $10 under our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find by $298. It’s also among the least expensive 42″ 120Hz LCD HDTVs we’ve ever seen. Sales tax is added where applicable.
It features a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1,300:1 native (15,000:1 dynamic) contrast ratio, 470 cd/m² brightness, 4.5ms response time, four HDMI ports, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Nikon Coolpix S9100 12MP 18x Zoom Digital Camera for $284 + free shipping

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Best Buy offers the Nikon Coolpix S9100 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera in Black, model no. 26248, for an in-cart price of $283.99 with free shipping. That’s a buck under last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find by $26. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 3″ LCD, 18x optical zoom, optical image stabilization, up to 5 fps continuous shooting, 1080p video capture, 74MB integrated memory, SD/SDHC card slot, USB, HDMI, and more.

Of note, this camera is backordered with an estimated ship time of one to two weeks.

Refurb Sony DSC-W310 12MP 4x Zoom Digital Camera for $70 + $5 s&h

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Sony Style offers the factory-refurbished Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera in Silver for $69.99. With free shipping, that’s $5 under our March mention of another color and $55 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 4x optical zoom lens, 2.7″ LCD, 6MB internal memory, Memory Stick card slot, USB 2.0 connectivity, and more. A 90-day Sony warranty applies.

Apple iMac Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz 27″ w/8GB RAM, AppleCare for $1,629 + $29 s&h

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ExperCom offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,629. With around $29 for shipping, it’s $243 under our August mention and the lowest total price we could find. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

Dell UltraSharp 30″ Widescreen IPS LCD Display for $1,124 + free shipping

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Dell Small Business offers the Dell UltraSharp U3011 30″ Widescreen IPS LCD Monitor for $1,499. Coupon code “PK541WQ0GXF8D6” cuts it to $1,124.25. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from a week ago and the lowest total price we could find by $150. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 2560×1600 native resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 7ms response time, 370 cd/m² brightness, media card reader, five USB 2.0 ports, DisplayPort, two HDMI inputs, two DVI inputs, and one VGA input.

InkGrabber Ink Roundup: Deals from $29 + $5 s&h

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InkGrabber offers coupons on a selection of compatible and refurbished ink cartridges, as listed below. With $4.95 for shipping, each is at the lowest total price we could find. The deals:

Refurbished Netgear 4-Port Powerline Ethernet Switch for $23 + $2 s&h

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TigerDirect offers the factory-refurbished Netgear 4-Port Powerline Ethernet Switch, model no. RB-XE104, for $22.99. With $2.29 for shipping, that’s $5 under last fall’s mention of a refurb and $44 less than the lowest total price we could find for a new one today. This plug-and-play Ethernet switch uses your existing electrical outlets to create a secure high speed building-wide network. It features an 85Mbps transfer rate. A 90-day Netgear warranty applies.

Open-Box Logitech Squeezebox Wireless Music System for $95 + free shipping

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Logitech offers its open-box Logitech Squeezebox Radio Wireless Music System, model no. 930-000101, in Black for $179.99. Coupon code “logi_radio_6811” cuts it to $94.99. With free shipping, that’s $15 under our mention from two weeks ago of a new model in another color and the lowest total price we could find for a new unit by $50. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include Ethernet connectivity, 802.11g wireless, 2.4″ LCD, six station presets, remote control, and more. A 30-day Logitech “refund only” warranty applies.

Sceptre 32″ 720p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $249 + $12 s&h

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Walmart offers the Sceptre 32″ 720p LCD HD Television, model no. X322BV-HD, for $249. Shipping adds $11.97, or opt for free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s $25 under our March mention and the lowest total price we could find by $75. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1366×768 (720p) native resolution, 3,000:1 contrast ratio, 420 cd/m² brightness, 6.5ms response time, three HDMI inputs, and component and other video inputs.

Vivitek H1080FD 1080p DLP Projector for $709 + free shipping

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BuyDig offers the Vivitek H1080FD 1080p DLP Projector, model no. H1080FD, for $739. Coupon code “BUYDIGCLUB30” cuts it to $709. With free shipping, that’s $91 under our January mention and the lowest total price we’ve ever seen for a non-refurb 1080p DLP projector by $30. (It’s also a current price low by $60.) Features include a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 1,800 lumens, 5,000:1 contrast ratio, two HDMI inputs, component, and other video inputs.

Acom Data 3.5″ USB / FireWire External HDD Enclosure for $18 + free shipping

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eXpansys offers the Acom Data 3.5″ mini Pal USB 2.0 / FireWire External Hard Drive Enclosure, model no. EN508-B601, for $17.99 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find by $2. It accommodates 3.5″ IDE hard drives up to 320GB. Although this enclosure is designed to match the Mac mini, it’s also compatible with PC systems.

Sharp AQUOS 40″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $449 + $20 s&h

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Walmart offers the Sharp AQUOS 40″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LC-40D68UT, for $449. Shipping adds $19.97, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s $20 under our mention from last month and the lowest total price we could find by $71. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 450 cd/m2 brightness, 6ms response time, three HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Ultra USB Keylogger for $50 + $2 s&h

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TigerDirect offers the Ultra USB 2.0 Keylogger, model no. U12-41374, for $49.99 with $2.29 for shipping. That ties our April mention as the lowest price we could find for such an item by $2. This device is undetectable by software and monitors all text-based activities on a computer, including applications, passwords, clipboard, chat, email, and more. It features 2MB of on-board memory and can store up to six months worth of data.

Centon 16GB DataStick V2 NFL Teams USB Flash Drives for $9 + $7 s&h

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TigerDirect offers the Centon 16GB DataStick Keychain V2 NFL Teams Edition USB Flash Drive in Jets (pictured),
Cleveland Browns,
Green Bay Packers,
New England Patriots,
Giants,
Pittsburgh Steelers, or
Tennessee Titans. for $8.99 with $6.98 for shipping ($1/GB). That’s the lowest total price we could find for any team by $2. Tired of your team losing games? You can take comfort that, with the solid state technology of these drives, at least you won’t be losing data, too.