Jared Weintraub

MobilePros1 (97.9% Positive feedback from thousands) via eBay offers the refurbished LG Google Nexus 5 32GB Unlocked GSM 4G LTE Quad-Core Android Smartphone in black or white for $139.99 shipped. That’s $35 less than the typical asking price for this refurbished unlocked phone and $140 less than our 16GB mention for a new one a few weeks back.

Features include: Bluetooth, global ready, GPS, NFC, push to talk, speakerphone, touchscreen, voice-activated dialing, Wi-Fi and more. It also runs on the latest Android 4.4 OS.

A .edu email can get you the Sharp 32-inch 1080p HDTV for $150 shipped (Reg. $170)

Jared Weintraub Feb 9 2016 - 10:30 am PT

Best Buy is offering the Sharp 32-inch LED 1080p 60Hz HDTV for $169.99. However, with an .edu email you can get another $20 off the total making the price only $149.99 shipped. That’s $80 off the original list price and the lowest price we could find for this HDTV by $20. A similar Sharp at Amazon goes for $289 currently. This is the perfect sized display to use as an HDTV and monitor combo where space maybe limited.

Features include: a 1080p HD screen, 60Hz refresh rate, and three HDMI inputs for your home theater devices. Rated 4.6/5 stars from over 1,200 Best Buy shoppers.
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Monoprice Valentine’s Day Sale up to 40% off: Bluetooth & NFC Brick Speaker $20, 4-Port Desktop Charger $15, more

Jared Weintraub Feb 8 2016 - 3:11 pm PT

Monoprice is offering up to 40% off select items as part of it’s annual Valentine’s Day sale. You can find a wide variety of headphones, power banks, action cams, and more. Monoprice offers it’s own Portable Bluetooth NFC Brick Speaker for $19.99 shipped. That’s close to $15 off the regular sale price and $9 less than the Amazon listing. It has full stereo sound, Bluetooth 4.0, built in mic for taking calls and an AUX input for wired audio connections.
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ASUS Transformer Touch Laptop 1.6GHz/2GB/32GB w/ Office 365 Personal: $179 shipped (Reg. $219)

Jared Weintraub Feb 8 2016 - 10:28 am PT

The Microsoft Store is offering the Asus Transformer Touchscreen Laptop w/Office 365 included for $179 shipped. That’s $170 off the original list price and $40 less than Amazon’s current listing. Features include: an 11.6-inch HD WXGA touchscreen display, Intel Celeron N3050 1.60GHz, 2GB DDR3 1600MHz memory, and a 32GB eMMC. It also ships with Windows 10 Home 64-bit and has 1 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0, 1 USB-C Gen 1, Micro HDMI ports. Rated 4.8/5 stars from Amazon shoppers.

We also found Techmatte USB-C cables on sale.
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LG Google Nexus 5X 16GB Unlocked $280 shipped (Reg. $350)

Jared Weintraub Feb 5 2016 - 12:54 pm PT

Yapper wireless (98.8% Positive feedback from 25,731 shoppers) via eBay is offering the LG Nexus 5X 16GB (Factory GSM Unlocked) 4G LTE Android Smartphone for $279.99 shipped. That’s $99 off the original list price, $20 less than Best Buy’s/ Amazon’s current offering and an effective match to our previous mention (with a gift card) from last week. Rated 4.3/5 stars from over 100 Amazon shoppers.
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Sprint/Virgin announces unlimited/streaming plans: $40/mo, T-Mobile has 4-lines of unlimited LTE from $150/mo

Jared Weintraub Feb 3 2016 - 11:53 am PT

Sprint and Virgin Mobile now offer a $40/month plan with unlimited data, talk and text and 4GB of high-speed data. What makes this plan great is that it doesn’t count music streaming against your data allotment. Currently, it works with the following services: Pandora, iHeartRadio, Slacker, 8tracks and Milk Music. Need more Data? For $10 more you get 6GB. Need less Data? For $10 less a month you get 500MB.

If you’re a current Virgin Mobile subscriber, just download one of the streaming music apps. If your plan doesn’t include Data-Free music, all you need to do is enroll in one of the new $30, $40 or $50 Unlimited plans.T-Mobile also announced today a new family match plan that gets you four lines of unlimited talk, text and LTE data for $150 per month. Each line gets Unlimited 4G LTE data per line, per month. If you need a 5th line, it’s an extra $30 per line, per month. The new family match plans are available now online or at T-Mobile retail stores.

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Mac

Apple iMac 21.5-inch 3.06GHz/4GB/500GB (Late 2009 Refurb): $390 shipped (Reg. $440)

Jared Weintraub Feb 2 2016 - 4:12 pm PT

Expansys offers the refurbished Apple iMac 21.5-inch Core 2 Duo for $389.99 shipped. That’s $110 off the original list price and the lowest we’ve seen by $50. It’s been listed in Grade B condition, which means it is in great working condition but may have “minor cosmetic blemishes.”

This late 2009 iMac has a 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4GB DDR3 RAM, a 500GB 7200RPM Hard Drive, and ships with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. This iMac would make a great first computer with enough storage an power to operate learning games and software.

Acer 11.6-inch Chromebook 2.16GHz/ 2GB/ 16GB (Refurb): $85 shipped (Reg. $179)

Jared Weintraub Feb 1 2016 - 6:35 pm PT

Update (2/10 4:15pm): Groupon now offers the refurbished Acer 11.6-inch Chromebook for $99.99 shipped, but the price comes down to $84.99 shipped when you use the code EXTRA15.

Groupon offers the refurbished Acer 11.6-inch Chromebook (model: CB3-111-C8UB) for $99.99 shipped. That’s half-off the original list price, $79 less than Amazon for one in new condition and the lowest we’ve seen it in any condition.

It has an Intel Celeron 2.16 GHz Processor with 2 GB DDR3L SDRAM. It also features a 16GB Solid-State Drive (SSD) and an 11.6-inch, 1366 x 768 pixels, LED-lit screen. It runs Google ChromeOS and has no optical drives. Rated 4.4/5 stars by over 1,800 Amazon shoppers.

Amazon

“The Souls of Black Folk” by W. E. B. Du Bois: free Kindle eBook plus audiobook for $1 (Reg. $2.95)

Jared Weintraub Feb 1 2016 - 2:06 pm PT

Today you can get Amazon’s Kindle edition of “The Souls of Black Folk” by W. E. B. Du Bois for free, then add the Audible Narration for only $.99. This is the deal of the day on Audible’s site for $2.95, but through Amazon you can get it for much less. Rated 4.5/5 stars from over 300 Amazon shoppers.

The Souls of Black Folks, as other reviewers have pointed out, is a masterpiece of African-American thought. But it is even more than that when we consider the context and time in which the book was written. Most of what DuBois discusses is still relevant today, and this is a tribute to the man, not only as a scholar, but as someone who was continually adapting his views in the best image and interests of black people.

Bluetooth speakers: Philips $37 (Orig. 70), EC Tech $19 (Orig. $70), more

Jared Weintraub Feb 1 2016 - 11:13 am PT

Update (2/1 12:15pm): Verizon Wireless offers the JBL Flip 3 Splashproof Bluetooth Speaker in six colors for $79.99 shipped (Reg. $100). Rated 4.7/5 stars at Amazon. See our full review here.

Amazon is offering the Philips (model: SBT75) Bluetooth Portable Speaker for $36.99 shipped. That’s $33 off the original list price and the lowest we’ve seen it at Amazon. The speaker’s built-in rechargeable lithium battery lasts up to five hours and can be charged by the included USB cable. Rated 4.1/5 stars from over 100 Amazon shoppers.

We also found the following speakers on sale:

EC Technology Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker $19 w/ code 7LKE22DQ (Orig. $25) | Amazon
Seedforce Bluetooth 4.1 Speaker $18 w/code OOE5FPQG (Orig. 25) | Amazon
UE Roll Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker $70 (Orig. $100) | Best Buy
Etekcity RoverBeats T3 Ultra Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker $20 (Orig. $33) | Amazon
Sony SRSX5/BLK Portable Bluetooth Speaker $77 (Orig. $200) | Walmart
Original Portable Harman Kardon Bluetooth Speaker $93 (Orig. $250) | eBay

Free eBook download: “IT Guide to Mac Backup for Business”

Jared Weintraub Jan 27 2016 - 3:02 pm PT

Own or operate a small IT business? This free guide explains how to include Macs in your Laptop Backup and Data Protection Plans. The download is offered by Druva Software. Just fill out a small form and the guide is yours.

Protecting Mac devices presents a new challenge for IT, due to the inherent mobility, cloud-enthusiastic and app-centric behavior of end users. Follow these 8 considerations for developing a Mac laptop backup plan for your business that considers:

Performance

What really works for Macs

Data security

Device refresh

Get this guide and more easily incorporate Macs in your organization’s data protection plans.

Prime Members can get the VIZIO 38-inch 5.1 Ch. Sound Bar w/ Wireless Sub for $198 shipped (Reg. $218)

Jared Weintraub Jan 27 2016 - 10:47 am PT

Amazon offers the VIZIO 38-inch 5.1 Channel Sound Bar with wireless subwoofer and satellite speakers for $218 shipped. But if you’re a Prime member (free trial) you can get it for only $198 shipped (Discount applied at checkout). That’s $52 off the original list price and the lowest we’ve seen it sold at Amazon.

It features wireless Bluetooth connectivity – so even when your TV is off you can stream music to the speakers from your phone or other Bluetooth enabled devices. Rated 4.4/5 stars from over 3,600 Amazon shoppers.

Netflix February Preview: Better Call Saul – Season 1, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon 2, Fuller House, more

Jared Weintraub Jan 27 2016 - 10:08 am PT

Well it’s almost February, and with a new month comes new programming to our favorite subscription service. If you’re looking to start fresh with a recent show you can watch the full first season of Better Call Saul arriving on the first of the month.

The TV series spinoff of Breaking Bad follows “the trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer, Saul Goodman, in the time leading up to establishing his strip-mall law office in Albuquerque, New Mexico.” Nominated for a Golden Globe, this series has definite binge watching potential.

Keep reading for the full list of titles coming in February.
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iPhone 5/5s Case Blowout sale: Buy 1 case for $2, get the 2nd for $1 with free shipping

Jared Weintraub Jan 26 2016 - 4:56 pm PT

UPDATE: The sale is back on!

Today only, Tanga is offering a selection of iPhone 5/5s Case Scenario cases originally priced as high as $30 for only $1.99 shipped. Plus, if you use the code IPHONE at checkout you can get an additional case for only $.99 more and shipping is free. The Case Scenario Element Collection Clip on Case in black (pictured above right) sells at Amazon for $27, but you can get it from Tanga for only $1.99 today with this offer.

Looking for more varieties? Check out our case roundup from yesterday.
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$10 Free towards your next flick: Regal $50 Movie Gift Card for $40 shipped plus more gift cards

Jared Weintraub Jan 26 2016 - 3:53 pm PT

Cardency (98.4% Positive Feedback rating) via eBay offers the $50 Regal Entertainment Group Gift Card for $40 shipped (Physical card- delivered). That’s $10 free to spend at the concession stand or save up for the next movie. Find the Regal closest to you now.

Are you looking to save on dinner before the movie? We found Red Robin and Steak & Shake gift cards on sale along with a few others.

Not sure what to see this weekend? How about The Revenant? It’s the #1 movie in theaters right now and it follows a frontiersman (Leonardo DiCaprio) on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s. He fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team. Rated 8.3/10 (IMDB).

Apple

Apple TV 32GB w/ Siri Remote and HDMI Cable $126 shipped (Reg. $149), 64GB $176 shipped, more

Jared Weintraub Jan 26 2016 - 12:56 pm PT

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Update (2/8 11:30AM): Target now offers the 32GB 4th Gen Apple TV for $129 and the 64GB for $179 shipped. Plus, additional 5% off savings with RedCard.

Radio Shack is offering the current-generation 32GB Apple TV bundled with an HDMI cable for $119.98 + $5.95 shipping. That’s a match to our previous mention from last month and the lowest we can find by for it by $18. You can waive the shipping charge if you’re still able to find a RadioShack near you.

Take home the 64GB model for $169.98 + $5.95 shipping.

The newest Apple TV features a 64-bit A8 chip, 802.11ac wireless, 1080p streaming, AirPlay and iCloud integration, Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet, and HDMI. Running on an all-new tvOS, it also has a touchpad remote with Siri integration, games and other apps, universal search across video services, live sports scores, and weather on demand.

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Smartphone Accessories

UE MINI BOOM Bluetooth Speaker: refurb $37 or pre-owned $30 shipped (Orig. $100)

Jared Weintraub Jan 22 2016 - 5:16 pm PT

BigDeals (99.1% Positive feedback) via eBay offers the manufacturer refurbished Logitech UE Ultimate Ears MINI BOOM Universal Bluetooth Speaker for $36.99 shipped. That’s $63 off the original list price, $27 less than Amazon for a new one and the lowest we can find in refurbished condition. You can save even more by buying pre-owned at GoldstarTech (99.6% Positive feedback) via eBay for only $29.99 shipped.

You may want to double-up and connect two UE Booms together with the mobile app to create true stereo sound. Rated 4.3/5 stars from over 1,000 Amazon shoppers and regarded highly in our own speaker review.

Note: The UE MINI BOOM is now part of the previous generation in the UE lineup. The UE ROLL is now the newest speaker in the series. You can find them at Amazon starting around $90.

Home Goods

Craftsman 10-Piece Bar Tool Gift Set $10 (Reg. $30), Mechanics 200-Piece Tool Set $65 (Reg. $79)

Jared Weintraub Jan 22 2016 - 2:19 pm PT

Sears is offering the Craftsman 10-Piece Bar Tool Gift Set for $9.97 shipped. That’s $20 off and the lowest we’ve seen for this set. It has four olive picks, bottle opener, 1.5- and 0.75-oz. jiggers, fruit saw, corkscrew, and cocktail strainer.

Want to get great tools for outside the bar? We also found the Mechanics Tool Set in a metal box (200-Piece) for $65 shipped down from $79 at Home Depot. That’s the lowest we can find for it and this set includes: a combination wrench, hex keys, multi-bit screwdriver, nut driver, nut driver bits, screw driving bits, socket adapter, socket extender, sockets, and torque wrench. Rated 4.7/5 stars by Home Depot shoppers

You’ll find more tool discounts and the rest of today’s best home deals right here.

Mpow Grip Air Vent Magnetic Car iPhone Mount $5 Prime shipped (Reg. $7)

Jared Weintraub Jan 21 2016 - 11:29 am PT

Patozon via Amazon has the Mpow Grip Air Vent One Step Mounting Magnetic Car Mount Holder for $6.99, but if you use the coupon code HV8X67VR the price drops to $4.99 Prime shipped. That’s $2 off the regular price and a match to our previous mention for the lowest we’ve seen.

The reinforced magnetic holder can attract and hold most smartphones out there. Plus, the cradle-less design allows for a strong and tight hold of your phone. Rated 4.4/5 stars from over 1,000 Amazon shoppers.

iPhone

iPhone 6/s Plus Benuo Leather Folio credit card case, various colors: $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)

Jared Weintraub Jan 21 2016 - 10:07 am PT

Update 1/22 10:36AM: Best Buy via eBay offers the Cole Haan Pinch Case for the iPhone 6/s Plus for only $10.99 shipped. That’s $49 off the original list price and the lowest we can currently find for it.

Amazon’s Bueno US offers the iPhone 6s Plus Benuo Handmade Leather Folio Case in 6 different colors for $29.99, but if you use the code 5AB4VCQV the price drops to $14.99 Prime shipped. That’s half off the regular sale price and the best we can currently find.

The cases are made of premium genuine leather and they are scratch and shock resistant. It also has a built-in view stand for watching videos and a smart clip to securely hold credit cards. With precise cut-outs you get full access to all buttons, ports and the camera. Rated 4.3/5 stars by 641 Amazon shoppers.

Apple

AOC 22-Inch 1080p IPS Frameless LED Monitor $100 shipped (Orig. $140)

Jared Weintraub Jan 19 2016 - 3:13 pm PT

Amazon has the AOC (i2267fw) 22-inch 1080p IPS Frameless LED Monitor for $99.99 shipped. That’s $40 off the original list price and a match for the lowest we’ve seen for it. This monitor has a 22-inch display with a 5ms response time, 1080p full HD resolution, and VGA & DVI-D inputs. It also has a “detachable multi-purpose stand for standard or photo frame applications.” Rated 4.4/5 stars by 148 Amazon shoppers.

Note: There are no HDMI ports on this monitor, so you may want to pick up this HDMI to DVI Adapter Cable for $6.49 Prime shipped.

Netflix Announces Premiere Dates for 10 Original Shows including House of Cards, Orange is the New Black, and Fuller House

Jared Weintraub Jan 18 2016 - 1:53 pm PT

Netflix announced the premiere dates for a bunch of upcoming shows including Orange is the New Black which will hit the small screen again June 17th. Also, Fuller House will make its debut next month (on the 26th) and the new Marvel hit Jessica Jones will get a second season sometime this year. House of Cards will get a fourth season starting March 4th as well.

All of this is a part of Netflix’s plan to double the amount of original content subscribers will have access to. The Netflix executives announced the network will deliver over 600 hours of original content this year and in order to do so, have invested $6 billion into producing the various TV shows and films.

Netflix has also announced premiere dates for the following shows:

Flaked – March 11
The Ranch – April 1
Lost & Found Music Studios – April 1
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt – April 15
Kong: King of the Apes – April 15
Marseille – May 5
Grace and Frankie – May 6
Word Party – June 3
Stranger Things – July 15
The Get Down – August 12

Netflix recently made its service available in 130 countries, including Russia and India, but did confirm it would start actively shutting down proxy services to stop subscribers from using Netflix services outside of their own region. Currently, all original Netflix programming will be made available to subscribers in each country.

Android

LG Watch Urbane Android Wear Smartwatch $180 shipped (Reg. $259)

Jared Weintraub Jan 18 2016 - 11:27 am PT

LG Watch Urbane Android Smartwatch
Update (2/10 11:30am): Another price drop! Get it now for just $179.99 with free shipping. New price is also available from BuyDig’s eBay store.

~~BuyDig via eBay offers the LG Watch Urbane Android Smartwatch in Silver or Gold for $199.99 shipped.~~ That’s tied with our previous mention from two weeks ago as the lowest total price we’ve seen for a new watch. As a pricing comparison, Amazon currently charges $255 for them.

The watches are compatible with Android 4.3 OS or higher and features a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB memory, 1.3-inch display, barometer, compass, heart rate monitor, and Bluetooth 4.1 LE. Over 360 Amazon shoppers gave it 4.3/5 stars.
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Google Play offers 21 Classic Rock Favorites for Free: Santana, Boston, Meatloaf, more

Jared Weintraub Jan 12 2016 - 1:18 pm PT

Google Play offers 21 Classic Rock Favorites as a free MP3 download. These tracks sold separately range from $1-$1.30 a piece, but you can get all 21 tracks free today. This same album is available at Amazon for $5 currently. Some of the artists include: Blue Oyster Cult, Eddie Money, Boston, Meatloaf, Santana and more.

We also found on Google Play the following free playlists:

Amazon

Kingtop Waterproof Solar Powered Motion Sensor Light $10 Prime shipped (Reg. $16)

Jared Weintraub Jan 12 2016 - 11:13 am PT

Kingtop via Amazon offers its Waterproof Solar Powered Motion Sensor Light for $15.99, but you can save 35% by entering the code NUVEUI9T which brings the total down to $10.39 Prime shipped. That’s nearly $6 off the sale price and the lowest we can find for it.

It’s constructed of a stainless steel material that’s more durable than the average outdoor light. It’s also waterproof and been field tested in rain, snow, ice, wind & heat. With the integrated PIR Motion Sensor, if someone comes within 6 meters, the lamp will automatically open in “strong light mode.” Amazon shoppers gave it 4.9/5 stars.

1-month free Marvel Unlimited comic subscription plus an exclusive digital 6-comic starter pack ($20 value)

Jared Weintraub Jan 8 2016 - 3:15 pm PT

Marvel is once again offering a 1-month Marvel Unlimited subscription for free when you use the code COMICS16. Regularly $9.99, new subscribers will be able to get access to over 17,000 digital Marvel comics and as an added bonus you will also receive a code via email for an exclusive digital 6-comic starter pack.

This offer is open to new and former members who have not subscribed with a promotional offer in the last 6 months. Sign-up registers you for a monthly subscription. So remember if you want to cancel your subscription, do so before the end of the 30-days is up so you don’t get charged $9.99. Offer ends January 10th.

After-Season Christmas Sale – decorations up to 75% off: 300 ct. icicle lights for $3 (Reg. $13), more

Jared Weintraub Jan 8 2016 - 1:12 pm PT

Lowe’s is offering up to 75% off a selection of clearance Christmas decorations, ornaments and lights from now until the end of the month or while supplies last.

One of our picks is the Holiday Living 300-Count Indoor/Outdoor Incandescent Mini Christmas Icicle Lights for $3.24. If you choose in-store pick-up you can avoid the shipping charges. That’s $10 off list price and the lowest we’ve seen. They can last for up to 1,000 hours and are UL approved.

Lowe’s offers 4 pages of clearance items in this sale. Be sure to check out the full list to find exactly what you’re looking for.

Your Choice of 10 Top-Rated Mac Apps for $20 (up to $500 value), free video training course on how to prevent hackers

Jared Weintraub Jan 8 2016 - 11:06 am PT

9to5Toys Specials offers 10 great apps of your choice from 31 top-rated apps for only $19.99. The apps in today’s bundle range from “software that will streamline your workflow to niche apps for tracking your investments or publishing your next best-seller, everything you could ever dream of is here.”

Head below for a full list of apps available in this bundle.

We also found a free video training course to help you prevent hackers from entering your system. Just fill out the online form to get your free download of the class. Topics include:

Intrusion Detection
Policy Creation
Social Engineering
DDoS Attacks
Buffer Overflows
Virus Creation

Fitbit ZIP Wireless Activity Tracker $30 shipped (Orig. $60)

Jared Weintraub Jan 7 2016 - 2:22 pm PT

AT&T is offering the Fitbit ZIP Wireless Activity Tracker for $59, but when you use the code FITBIT50 at checkout, the price drops to $30 shipped. That’s $29.50 off the original sale price/Amazon’s current listing and the lowest we can find.

“This mini-sized, wireless device easily clips to your pocket and tracks steps taken, distance traveled, and calories consumed and burned all in a day” The ZIP is also sweat, rain, and splash-proof with a battery life that lasts for up to six months without charging. Over 8,000 Amazon shoppers gave it 4/5 stars.

Android

LG Watch Urbane Android Wear Smartwatch $200 shipped (Reg. $259)

Jared Weintraub Jan 4 2016 - 12:05 pm PT

BuyDig via eBay is offering the LG Watch Urbane Android Smartwatch in Silver or Gold for $199.99 shipped. That’s tied with our previous mention from two weeks ago as the lowest total price we’ve seen for a new watch. As a pricing comparison, Amazon currently charges $259 for them.

Games

LeapFrog LeapTV Educational Gaming System $45 shipped (Reg. $60)

Jared Weintraub Dec 31 2015 - 1:50 pm PT

Amazon has the LeapFrog LeapTV Educational Active Video Gaming System for $44.99 shipped. That’s $84 off the original list price, $15 less than most other retailers and the lowest we’ve seen it sold.

The LeapTV is for ages three to eight and includes a console, camera, mount, transforming controller, and HDMI cable. It has 16GB of memory, a WiFi/Ethernet port, and includes the game Pet Play World. Over 400 Amazon shoppers gave it 3.5/5 stars.

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USB-C cables w/ Prime shipping: 3-ft for $6, 5-ft for $7, plus more sizes and color options

Jared Weintraub Dec 29 2015 - 2:28 pm PT

Update: 1/13 11AM: All the cables listed below are still available at the sale price, but now there is no need to use a coupon code for them.

TechMatte via Amazon offers its 3-ft USB C to USB A Cable for $8.99, but when you use the coupon code X63CJZ9D the price drops to $5.99 Prime shipped. That’s $3 off the regular sale price and the lowest it’s been sold for at Amazon. “Featuring USB Type C and Type A connectors, this cable is designed for fast charging and syncing of your USB Type C devices, such as Nexus 5X, 6P, through standard USB type A port.”

Also available is the 5-ft USB C to USB A Cable for $9.99. If you use the code 4N4GQVAL the price drops to $6.99 Prime shipped. That’s a savings of $3 off the regular sale price and the lowest we’ve seen for it. Both cables received 4.7/5 stars from Amazon shoppers.

There are more discounted USB-C cables in a variety of colors and sizes:

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Here are the Holiday Best Sellers from Amazon’s record-breaking year

Jared Weintraub Dec 28 2015 - 4:48 pm PT

Amazon, the biggest retailer in the US and our readers’ #1 destination when holiday shopping, set records for holiday sales yet again. Amazon is typically vague on their numbers but did include some standout items of note in their Holiday Best Sellers List.

Amazon Business: Samsung 850 EVO 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD; Logitech Wireless Combo MK270 with Keyboard and Mouse
Amazon Video: Inside Out; Trainwreck; Jurassic World
Amazon Launchpad: Anki OVERDRIVE Starter Kit; Sphero BB-8 App-Enabled Droid; Pivotal Living Band
Books: Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids; Adult Coloring Books: A Coloring Book for Adults Featuring Mandalas and Henna Inspired Flowers, Animals, and Paisley Patterns; Humans of New York: Stories
Camera: Fujifilm INSTAX Mini Instant Film Twin Pack – White; GoPro HERO4 SILVER; AmazonBasics Head Strap Camera Mount for GoPro
Headphones: Panasonic RPHJE120K In-Ear Headphone – Black; Powerbeats 2 Wireless In-Ear Headphone – Black; Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Headphones – Black
Home Audio: Jensen JTA-230 3-Speed Stereo Turntable with Built-in Speakers; Yamaha RX-V677 7.2-channel Wi-Fi Network AV Receiver with AirPlay; SONOS PLAY:1 2-Room Streaming Music Starter Set Bundle – Black
Movies: Inside Out (Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack + Digital Copy); Minions (Blu-ray + DVD + DIGITAL HD); Star Wars Trilogy Episodes IV-VI (Blu-ray + DVD)
Music (CDs & vinyl): Adele 25; Pentatonix That’s Christmas to Me; Frozen (Soundtrack)
Prime Video (movies): The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1; Ex Machina; Dark Places
Prime Video (TV seasons): Amazon Original Series The Man in the High Castle; Amazon Original Series Transparent (Season 2); Amazon Original Series, Shaun the Sheep—The Farmer’s Llamas
Prime Music (songs): Adele—“Hello”; Walk the Moon—“Shut up and Dance”; Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars—“Uptown Funk”
Tablets: Fire; Fire Kids Edition; Fire HD 6
Toys & Games: Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 Electronics Discovery Kit; Nerf N-Strike Elite: Strongarm Blaster; Jenga Classic Game
TV: Samsung UN32J5205 32-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV; Samsung UN40J5200 40-Inch 1080p Smart LED TV; TCL 32S3700 32-Inch 720p Roku Smart LED TV
Video Games: Call of Duty: Black Ops III; Fallout 4; Star Wars Battlefront

Did any of these wind up in your shopping cart?

Amazon also reported that over 200 million more items shipped for free with Prime this holiday season and more than three million new members worldwide joined Prime during the third week of December alone. Full PR:

Google

CBS All Access: Free two-month trial for Chromecast owners ($12 value)

Jared Weintraub Dec 28 2015 - 1:13 pm PT

Attention Chromecast users: The newest offer from Google is a free two-month trial of CBS All Access. With it you get all the current episodes (next day) of your favorite CBS shows On Demand. This offer is sweetened by the fact that the usual trial offer is only 1-week and the going rate is $6 per month.

Note: You will have to provide a credit card to get your free two-month trial, so be sure to cancel before the trial is up or you will be charged $6 for each additional month.

If you don’t have a Chromecast yet, we spotted the original one for only $20 at Staples.

Year-End Android Game Deals: NBA Jam $.10, Goat Simulator $.99, Modern Combat 4 $.99, more

Jared Weintraub Dec 23 2015 - 10:14 am PT

You may have thought year end sales were only at car dealerships, but today we’re seeing prices drop on some of the best Android games of the year at Google Play. You can grab EA Games NBA Jam today for only $.10. That’s 85% off and the lowest we can find.

Jam with your favorite stars from all 30 NBA teams in over-the-top, high-flying, 2-on-2 arcade basketball just like you remember it – and like you’ve never seen before!

Other titles include Leo’s Fortune for $.99, Modern Combat 4 for $.99, Goat Simulator for $.99, Lara Croft Go for $.99, Minecraft Story Mode for $.99, Rayman Fiesta Run for $.25, and more.

Missed it? There are currently hundreds of iOS games/apps on sale. Check out our roundup of all the deals right here

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Google Play Discounts: Save 75% on a movie rental or 50% off one music album

Jared Weintraub Dec 22 2015 - 11:46 am PT

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Update: You can also grab a 3-month trial of Google Play Music Unlimited for $1. That’s access to over 35 million songs on demand and ad free plus you can try out YouTube Red with this offer as well. Google regularly charges $9.99 a month for this service.

For a limited time Google Play is taking 75% off one movie rental of your choice. That’s the largest discount we’ve seen on rentals from Google Play. To redeem this offer go to the movies page then scroll down and click on the red banner. All the popular movies above are available for this promotion plus a slew of other titles. The offer expires January 4th. Terms & Conditions

Also, Google Play is offering any one music album of your choice at 50% off the regular price. This special year-end savings is good until midnight January 4, 2016. Your discount will be shown at checkout. Just look for the orange banner on the music page to redeem this offer.

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Apple

Netflix Preview for 2016: Chelsea Does, Fuller House, Marvel’s Luke Cage, Orange is the New Black, more

Jared Weintraub Dec 21 2015 - 4:09 pm PT

Netflix announced it will be releasing 31 original shows in 2016, which is almost double the number from this year. Also, it appears they will be releasing about 15 new original series to go along with their supply of great shows, like Daredevil, Sense8, Bloodline, BoJack Horseman, and more.

The streaming service will also be adding 10 more feature films, 10 stand-up specials, 12 documentaries and 30 kids’ shows – all coming in the new year.

Here are some of the new original shows coming in 2016:

Flaked
Fuller House
Lady Dynamite
Degrassi: Next Class
Love
Stranger Things
The Crown
The Ranch
The Get Down

None of those release dates have been announced yet, but we’ll keep you posted when we find out and know more. Below you’ll find everything coming in January to Netflix including Chelsea Handler’s new talk show: Chelsea Does.
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Seagate Backup Plus USB 3.0 5TB Desktop External Hard Drive $115 shipped (Orig. $180)

Jared Weintraub Dec 17 2015 - 3:14 pm PT

Amazon has the Seagate Backup Plus 5TB Desktop External USB 3.0 Hard Drive with 200GB of Cloud Storage & Mobile Device Backup for $114.99 shipped. That’s $65 off the original list price and only $5 more than our Black Friday mention. It features: fast USB 3.0 file transfers, 200GB of free OneDrive cloud storage for 2 years, and Seagate dashboard software that lets you set automatic backups. Over 1,700 Amazon shoppers gave it 4.2/5 stars.

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LifeProof Nüüd iPad Air Waterproof Case in white $20 shipped (Reg. $48), Apple iPad Air Smart Case $18, more

Jared Weintraub Dec 17 2015 - 11:47 am PT

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Verizon Wireless offers the LifeProof NÜÜD iPad Air Waterproof Case in white for $19.98 shipped. That’s $60 off the original list price, $29 less than Amazon’s current listing and the lowest we can find. The case is fully water proof, dirt proof, snow proof, drop proof (up to 6 feet). It’s also been called by Lifeproof the thinnest and lightest case available for the iPad Air. 68 Amazon shoppers gave it 3.7/5 stars.

Also on sale today at Verizon are the following iPad Air cases:

Apple iPad Air Smart Case in blue $18 (Reg. $70)
Apple iPad Air 2 Smart Case in Midnight Blue $35 (Orig. $70)

Amazon Gold Box – Audio Stocking Stuffers up to 60% Off: Bluetooth speakers $12, In-ear headphones from $5, more

Jared Weintraub Dec 16 2015 - 11:49 am PT

As part of the Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon offers a savings of up to 60% on select audio accessories that make great stocking stuffers. All the items ship for free on orders padded over $35 or with a Prime membership.

The AmazonBasics Ultra-Portable Nano Bluetooth Speaker (black, blue or yellow) is only $11.99 Prime shipped. That’s $8 off the regular price and the lowest they’ve been offered at Amazon. The speaker has a 30-ft range and offers up to 6 hours of playtime on a single charge. Amazon shoppers gave it 4.5/5 stars.

The sale also includes:

MEE Audio RX18 Comfort-Fit In-Ear Headphones in five color varieties for $5.49 (Orig. $20)
APC M3 3,000mAh Mobile Power bank for Smartphones $9.99 (Orig. $25)
SanDisk Clip Sport 4GB MP3 Player $29.99 (Orig. $40)

Google is offering a free $20 Best Buy Gift Card when you use Android Pay

Jared Weintraub Dec 15 2015 - 5:19 pm PT

As a way of saying “thanks!”, Google is offering a $20 Best Buy eGift Card for free when you use Android Pay on an eligible Nexus device. The credit gets added automatically to your Android Pay app by January 31.

That’s the best offer we’ve seen involving Android Pay, even though Samsung offered a free $50 Best Buy gift card for using Samsung Pay two weeks ago. The offer ends December 31st. Terms and Conditions:

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LG Optimus Exceed 2 (Verizon Prepaid) Android Smartphone $12 Prime shipped (Reg. $50+)

Jared Weintraub Dec 15 2015 - 12:51 pm PT

Amazon is offering the No-Contract LG Optimus Exceed 2 Prepaid Android Smartphone for Verizon (LG-VS450PP) for $11.99 Prime shipped. That’s the lowest we can currently find for it and the best price we’ve seen at Amazon.

This LG has a 4.5-inch 800×400 touchscreen LCD, Qualcomm MSM8610 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 4GB internal memory, Bluetooth 4.0, 5 megapixel rear-facing camera, and Android 4.4.2. You could use it as an “Android iPod” for kids or even as an emergency only phone. Amazon shoppers gave it 4.2/5 stars and it’s the best selling prepaid phone at Amazon.

Google

Buy a new Chromecast, receive a $20 Google Play credit plus more offers

Jared Weintraub Dec 14 2015 - 9:31 am PT

From now until January 2nd, if you buy a 2015 Chromecast you also get $20 to cast TV shows, movies and more on Google Play. Factoring in the credit, that’s the lowest offer we’ve seen for the new Chromecast. After you make your purchase you can get your $20 Google Play credit here.

You can also find a 2-pack Bundle with $12 Google Play Credit at Costco for $49 shipped. Or save $5 on one at Best Buy or Walmart today as well. Get the previous generation for $20 at Walmart

Enjoy a world of entertainment with Google Chromecast (2015). Just connect to your HDTV’s HDMI interface and your home Wi-Fi network to get started. You can stream your favorite apps from your compatible phone, tablet or laptop, plus use your phone as a remote to search, play and pause content.

Note: You need to wait one week after you register for the Google Play credit to appear.

Full Terms & Conditions:

Get your Star Wars backstories before you see the movie with a 1-month free Marvel Unlimited comic subscription

Jared Weintraub Dec 11 2015 - 3:55 pm PT

In anticipation of Star Wars: The Force Awakens hitting theaters next week, Marvel is letting you get the back stories on all your favorite Star Wars books. Regularly $9.99, fans can grab a 1 month subscription for free today. New subscribers will be able to get access to over 15,000 digital Marvel comics. Just use the coupon code: FORCE at checkout to get the first month of Marvel Unlimited absolutely free. (Offer is good until December 31st)
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Apparel

Fashion up to 50% off: Gap Factory Outlets + extra 30%, Eddie Bauer, more

Jared Weintraub Dec 10 2015 - 11:30 am PT

Gap Factory is offering up to 50% off sitewide today. You can also get an extra 30% off with the code: GFSAVE used at checkout. That’s the best offer we’ve seen from them this year (They had 25% off during Cyber Monday). There’s free shipping on orders of $50 or more otherwise it’s $5.

As an added bonus, you can receive a one time only 15% off your entire order when you sign up for their newsletter (at the bottom of the page)

More deals on fashion:

Eddie Bauer takes up to 50% off a wide selection of apparel, shoes, and accessories
GearXS has three pairs of Christmas Fuzzy Socks for $2.99 when you use the code GXS-1
Superdry offers 30% off sitewide with the code USDEC30

Top 10 holiday movies you can stream right now on Netflix

Jared Weintraub Dec 9 2015 - 4:20 pm PT

It’s that time of year to get cozy with the entire family and watch some holiday classics. You can definitely find some of your favorites on broadcast television, but they never seem to be on at the right time for you or your family. So we found online streaming options to hopefully help you get into the holiday spirit.

We compiled a top 10 list of holiday movies on Netflix and here they are:

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Samsung Ultra-Slim 8X USB DVD-R Optical Drive for Mac/PC/Android: $18 shipped (Orig. $26)

Jared Weintraub Dec 8 2015 - 3:43 pm PT

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Amazon offers Prime members the Samsung Ultra-Slim Black Optical DVD Drive for $17.99 Prime shipped (matched at Newegg for all customers). That’s $8.50 off the original list price and the lowest we can find. This Mac/PC compatible drive is completely USB powered and still manages to write DVDs at 8X speeds.

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Sling Media Slingbox 350 1080p TV Media Streamer (refurb) $55 shipped (Orig. $180)

Jared Weintraub Dec 8 2015 - 2:14 pm PT