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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.

Sceptre 40″ 1080p LCD HDTV for $348 + $14 s&h

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Walmart offers the Sceptre 40″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. X402BV-FHD, for $348. Shipping adds $13.97, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s $36 below our mention from a month ago and the least expensive non-refurbished 40″ 1080p LCD HDTV we’ve ever seen. (It’s also a current low by $64.) Sales tax is added where applicable.
This basic HDTV features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 4,500:1 contrast ratio, 450 cd/m² brightness, four HDMI inputs, and other video inputs.

Sceptre 37″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $280 + $19 s&h

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Sears offers the Sceptre 37″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. X372BV-FHD, for $279.99 plus $18.95 for shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find by $144 and the least expensive 37″ 1080p HDTV we’ve ever seen. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 4,000:1 contrast ratio, 450 cd/m² brightness, 6.5ms response time, three HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Vizio 32″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $330 + free shipping

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Dell Home offers the Vizio 31.5″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. VOJ320M, for $329.99 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from ten days ago as the lowest total price we could find by $60. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 1,300:1 native (50,000:1 dynamic) contrast ratio, 500 cd/m² brightness, 6.5ms response time, three HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Secretary 4-Shelf Bookcase for $50 + free shipping, padding

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Office Depot offers the Secretary 4-Shelf Bookcase in Cinnamon Cherry, model no. HYQ-1012, for $49.99. Pad your order over $50 (this 3M Plastic Replacement Core costs 99 cents) to bag free shipping. Excluding the cost of padding, that’s $130 off and tied with our expired mention from three days ago as the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a flip top writing surface, wood laminate construction, and more.

Sharp AQUOS 32″ 720p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $300 + free shipping

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Dell Home offers the Sharp AQUOS 32″ 720p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LC-32D47UA, for $299.99 with free shipping. That’s tied with last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find by $115. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1366×768 (720p) native resolution, 6ms response time, 450 cd/m² brightness, three HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Logitech MK520 Wireless Desktop for $30 + free shipping

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Logitech offers the Logitech MK520 Wireless Desktop Keyboard & Mouse Combo, model no. 920-002553, for $59.99. Coupon code “logi_mk520_6711” drops it to $29.99. With free shipping, that’s $3 under our March mention and the lowest total price we could find by $7. This mouse and keyboard set features an ergonomic design, 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, and more. It purports up to three years of battery life for the keyboard and one year for the mouse.

Of note, this is a dented-box item; while the packaging may be dented or scratched, the product itself is new with a full Logitech warranty.

rooCASE Case, Stylus, more for Apple iPhone 4 for $9 + free shipping

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PC Micro Store offers a variety of rooCASE Cases for Apple iPhone 4 bundled with a screen protector and stylus for $20.98. Coupon code “RCIPH4S895” cuts it to $8.95. With free shipping, each combo is the lowest total price we could find. In all, 15 varieties of this case are offered.

A best bet is the rooCASE Original Slim-Fit Shell Case for Apple iPhone 4 in Black (pictured), together with a screen protector and a stylus, for $8.95 after the above coupon with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find.

rooCase Leather Couture Folio for iPad, more for $26 + free shipping

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PC Micro Store offers the rooCase Leather Couture Folio Case for Apple iPad (1st generation) in Black, model no. RC-IPDCOU-BK, for $48.95. Coupon code “IPDCOUBDL” drops it to $25.99 and adds a free pair of Young Micro 3.5mm Stereo Earbuds, model no. YM-QHE14BK, and a rooCase Capacitive Stylus, model no. RC-CAPSTYLUS-BK. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for the case alone by $4, and it’s only $2 more than our April mention of this case in brown with an iPad screen protector. The case features two viewing angles, magnetic closure, and more. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.

HandHeldItems: Up to 70% off select iPad 2 cases + 20% off coupon, $2 credit

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HandHeldItems knocks up to 70% off select Apple iPad 2 cases. Plus, take an extra 20% off orders via coupon code “ipadcases20”. Even better, receive a $2 HandHeldItems store credit with your purchase. Hundreds of items are available, most of which are at or near lowest-we’ve-seen prices.

A best bet is this Snap-On Case for iPad 2 in Black Skull with a $2 HHI store credit for $9.36 after the above coupon. With free shipping, that’s $1 under our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find.

Refurbished Apple iPod touch 32GB MP3 Player for $240 + free shipping

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Buy.com offers the refurbished 4th-generation (current model) Apple iPod touch 32GB MP3 Player, model no. MC544LL/A, for $239.99 with free shipping. That’s $35 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one today, although we saw a refurb for $5 less two weeks ago, since expired. (It’s also $19 less than what Apple charges for a refurbished unit with a 1-year warranty.) This current-generation iPod touch features a new high definition Retina Display, 3-axis gyro, iOS 4.1, front- and rear-facing cameras (the latter capable of HD recording), FaceTime, Game Center, and more.

Note: No warranty information is supplied.

Refurbished Apple MacBook Air Laptops: From $829 + free shipping

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The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

Orion L-Shaped Desk with Hutch for $89 + $9 s&h

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Walmart again offers the Orion L-Shaped Desk with Hutch in Black (pictured) or Maple, model no. 37589, for $89. Shipping adds $8.97, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by at least $47. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a hutch with shelving and media storage, additional enclosed storage, and large slide-out keyboard tray.

ZyXEL 2-Bay NAS / Media Server for $80 + free shipping

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Buy.com offers the ZyXEL 2-Bay Network Attached Storage and Media Server, model no. NSA221, for $79.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with last month’s mention and the lowest total price we could find, this time by $2. This 2-bay storage server (it’s empty, but holds up to two 2TB Serial ATA hard drives, for a total of 4TB) can automatically upload photos and videos to Flickr and YouTube, automatically download media files via FTP, Web, Torrent, and RSS feed, work as a iTunes and Squeezebox server to share streaming music, and more. It features USB 2.0 and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.

Relaxzen 2-Motor Mid-Back Leather Office Massage Chair for $55 + $4 s&h

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Walmart offers the Relaxzen 2-Motor Mid-Back Leather Office Massage Chair, model no. 606814, for $55. Add $3.97 for shipping, or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s tied with our March mention and the lowest total price we could find for any Relaxzen massage chair by $32. Sales tax is added where applicable. This chair features two vibration massage motors that operate with four AA batteries (not included).

Viore 22″ 720p Widescreen LCD HDTV for $140 + $8 s&h

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Walmart offers the Viore 22″ 720p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LC22VH56PB, for $139.99. Shipping adds $7.97 or choose free Site-to-Store. Even with shipping, that’s $9 under our mention from three weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $23. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a 1366×768 native resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio, 250 cd/m² brightness, one HDMI input, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Sylvania HD1Z 720p SD Card HD Digital Camcorder for $40 + free shipping

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eXpansys offers the Sylvania HD1Z 720p Secure Digital Card HD Digital Camcorder in seven colors (Black pictured) for $39.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago as the lowest total price we could find, this time by at least $7. Features include a video resolution of 1280×720 (720p), 5-megapixel still photos, 2″ LCD, 64MB of built-in memory, 4x digital zoom (no optical zoom), speaker and microphone, SD/SDHC slot, USB 2.0 connectivity, HDMI output, and more.

Targus Eternity 15″ Laptop Backpack for $12 + free shipping

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Lenovo offers the Targus Eternity 15″ Notebook Backpack, model no. CB2650, for $39.99. Coupon code “USPC11JN26560” cuts it to $12. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we’ve seen by $2. (It’s also a current price low by $31.) Sales tax is added where applicable. It accommodates laptops with up to 15″ screens and features a removable wrap pad and mesh side pockets.

Logitech G930 7.1 Wireless Headset for $90 + $3 s&h

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Tiger Direct offers the Logitech G930 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Wireless Gaming Headset, model no. 981-000257, for $89.99. With $2.99 for shipping, that’s a buck under our mention from yesterday and the lowest total price we could find for this model by $22, although we saw it for $5 less in April (since expired). This 7.1 surround headset comes with an adjustable noise-canceling microphone, on-ear audio controls, a range of up to 40 feet, and more.

LG 22″ 720p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HDTV for $229 + free shipping

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Walmart offers the LG 22″ 720p LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. 22LE5300, for $229. With free shipping, that’s $15 under our March mention and the lowest total price we could find by $62. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a native resolution of 1366×768 (720p), 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, two HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Samsung 51″ 1080p WiFi 3D Plasma HDTV Bundle for $1,245 + free shipping

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BuyDig offers the Samsung 51″ 1080p WiFi Widescreen 3D Plasma HD Television (pictured), model no. PN51D6500, bundled with the Samsung BD-D5500 3D Blu-ray Disc Player and the Samsung Megamind 3D Blu-ray Starter Kit, model no. SSG-P3100M, for $1,437. (Add the TV to your cart and the blu-ray player and starter kit will automatically be added to your cart.) During checkout, it falls to $1,245. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for these items, if purchased separately elsewhere, by $352.

This DLNA TV features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 600Hz subfield, 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 0.001ms response time, built-in WiFi, Samsung Apps, two USB 2.0 ports, four HDMI 1.4b inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. This player is WiFi ready and allows upconverting of 2D Blu-ray disc titles to 3D. It also features support for video formats like MPEG-2, MPEG-4, DIVX HD, and WMV, as well as various Dolby Digital audio formats. It has one HDMI output, two USB ports, and more.
The starter kit includes two pairs of 3D glasses, Megamind 3D on Blu-ray, and 4 Shrek 3D on Blu-ray.

Sony BRAVIA 46″ 240Hz 1080p 3D LED LCD HDTV for $1,200 + free shipping

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TigerDirect offers the Sony BRAVIA 46″ 240Hz 1080p 3D-Ready Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HD Television, model no. XBR-46HX909, for $2,499.99. Coupon code “WAW33055” cuts it to $1,199.99. With free shipping, that tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find, this time by $180. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, full-array LED backlight with local dimming, Ethernet and USB ports, BRAVIA Internet Video and Widgets, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Logitech Squeezebox Duet Network Music System for $200 + free shipping

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Crutchfield offers the Logitech Squeezebox Duet Network Music System, model no. 930-000033, for $199.99. With free shipping, that’s $40 under our November mention (which was a “dented box” item) and the lowest total price we’ve seen for a new, sealed unit. (It’s also a price low by $6.) This system lets you play songs stored on your computer (Mac or PC), tune in to Internet radio, or connect to online services such as Pandora via your audio system. It features Ethernet and 802.11n wireless connectivity, a multi-room controller with 2.4″ color display, and RCA, digital optical, and digital coax outputs.

Note that a dented box item may feature blemished packaging, but the product is new with a full warranty.

Logitech Z623 THX-Certified Stereo Speaker System for $95 + free shipping

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Logitech offers the Logitech Z623 THX-Certified 2.1-Channel Speaker System, model no. 980-000402, for $149.99. Coupon code “logi_z623_6611” drops it to $94.99. With free shipping, that’s $13 under our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $30. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features 200 watts RMS of total system power via two satellite speakers and a subwoofer. Also included is a headphone jack.

Of note, this is a dented box item; while the packaging may be dented or scratched, the product itself is new with a full Logitech warranty.

HHI Textured Back Skin Protector for iPad w/ $2 HHI credit from $4 + $3 s&h

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HandHeldItems offers the HHI Textured Back Skin Protector for Apple iPad in three colors (Carbon Fiber pictured) bundled with a $2 HHI Store Credit for $4.99. Coupon code “ipadcases20” drops it to $3.99. With $2.85 for shipping, and assuming you use the credit, that’s a buck under our mention from last month, $16 off and the lowest total price we could find for this protector. Note that this skin is designed for the 1st-generation Apple iPad.

Samsung 32″ 1080p LCD HDTV for $464 + free shipping

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BuyDig offers the Samsung 32″ 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LN32D550, for $479. Coupon code “BUYDIGCLUB15” drops it to $464. (See this price at checkout.) With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $11. It features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 200,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, Samsung AllShare technology (which allows you to stream content from compatible DLNA certified-devices wirelessly via an optional USB adapter), USB 2.0 connectivity, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Sony 32″ 1080p WiFi LED LCD HDTV w/ Google TV for $400 + $18 s&h

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TigerDirect offers the Sony 32″ 1080p WiFi LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD HD Television with Google TV, model no. NSX-32GT1, for $699.90. Coupon code “FBV33073” cuts it to $399.90. With $17.71 shipping, that’s $181 under our mention from three weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $236. The Sony Internet TV includes support for the Android-based Google TV service (which allows you to watch Internet content on your HDTV), a wireless keypad remote control, compatibility with iPhone or Android-enabled smartphones, and applications for Netflix, Twitter, Pandora, CNBC, NBA TV, and more. It also features a 1920×1080 (1080p) resolution, edge LED backlighting, 802.11n wireless and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, four HDMI ports, and more.

Dell 22″ 1080p LED LCD Display with $100 gift card for $200 + free shipping

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Dell Home offers its Dell ST2220LB 21.5″ 1080p LED-Backlit Widescreen Monitor, model no. 2NF4M, with a $100 Dell Gift Card for $199.99 with free shipping. Assuming you’ll use the gift card, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $60. It’s also tied with last month’s mention of a refurb (this one’s new) as the least expensive 22″ LED-backlit LCD we’ve seen. Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 5ms response time, 250 cd/m² brightness, one HDMI input, DVI-D and VGA inputs, and more.

LG 42″ 120Hz 1080p WiFi LED-Backlit LCD HDTV for $689 + free shipping, more

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Adorama offers the LG 42″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD HD Television (pictured), model no. 42LV5500, for $689 with free shipping via the directions below. That’s $20 below our May mention and the lowest total price we could find by $241. This HDTV features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 120Hz refresh rate, edge-lit LED backlight, 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, two USB ports, wireless connectivity (with included WiFi adapter), LG NetCast with Netflix, VUDU, and more, Magic Motion remote, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. To get this deal:

  1. View the LG 42″ 120HZ 1080p LED HDTV for $989
  2. add it to your cart to drop it to $807.95
  3. apply code “S4200869” to cut it to $689

Need a Blu-ray player? BuyDig offers the LG 42″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. 42LV5500, bundled with the LG BD630 1080p Network Blu-ray Player and the Xtreme 6-Foot HDMI Cable 3-Pack with Screen Cleaner, model no. 71146, for $1,088.99. At final checkout, it falls to $769. With free shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention and $254 under the lowest total price we could find for these items purchased separately elsewhere.

Refurb Logitech Pure Fi Anywhere 2 Portable Speakers for iPod for $50 + $4 s&h

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Circuit City offers the factory-refurbished Logitech Pure Fi Anywhere 2 Portable Speakers for iPhone / iPod in Black, model no. 984-000057, for $49.99. With $4.05 for shipping, it’s $10 under January’s mention of a refurb and $51 less than the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. Compatible with most iPod and iPhone models, these speakers feature a set of 2″ active Max-X high-excursion drivers, 3″ pressure drivers, 10-hour rechargeable battery, wireless remote, travel case, and more. A 90-day Logitech warranty applies.

Refurb Sony BRAVIA 46″ 240Hz 1080p 3D LED LCD TV for $1,110 + free shipping

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Sony Style offers the factory-refurbished Sony BRAVIA 46″ 240Hz 1080p 3D-Ready Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HD Television, model no. KDL-46NX810, for an in-cart price of $1,109.99. With free shipping, that’s $140 below our March mention of a new one and $339 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit today. Features include a 1920×1080 (1080p) native resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, edge-lit LED backlight, Ethernet and USB ports, BRAVIA Internet Video and Widgets, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. A 90-day Sony warranty applies.

Fujifilm FinePix S2950 14MP 18x Digital Camera for $177 + free shipping

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BuyDig offers the Fujifilm FinePix S2950 14-Megapixel Digital Camera in Black, model no. 16123567, for an in-cart price of $186.95. Coupon code “BUYDIGCLUB10” cuts it to $176.95. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find by $8. Features include a 3″ color LCD, 18x optical zoom, 720p video capture, SD/SDHC card slot, USB connectivity, HDMI output, and more.

LG 42″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit LCD HDTV for $900 + free shipping

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Adorama offers the LG 42″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HD Television, model no. 42SL90, for $899.99. With free shipping, that’s $20 under our mention from last fall and the lowest total price we could find by $149. Features include a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 120Hz refresh rate, edge-lit LED backlight, 500 cd/m² brightness, USB 2.0 connectivity, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.

Staples Culley Luxura Manager’s Chair for $60 + free shipping

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Staples offers the Staples Culley Luxura Manager’s Chair in Black (pictured), model no. 16474-US or Brown, model no. 16477-US, for $59.99 with free shipping. That’s $70 off and the lowest total price we could find. However, we saw this chair for $10 less in December (since expired). Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include padded arms, built-in lumbar support, tilt lock, seat height adjustment, and more.