Trevor Daugherty is the Senior Editor of 9to5Toys. Since joining in 2014, he’s specialized in product reviews, exclusive discounts and 9to5’s New Toy of the Day. Contact him direct at trevor@9to5mac.com.
We’re just over a month away from Black Friday, and holiday plans are just starting to trickle out from our favorite retailers. Amazon unleashed its top picks for toys, electronics and more last week and today we’re getting a look at Target’s plans for the next two months.
Aside from introducing eight new exclusive brands to the holiday madness this season, Target has a new feature called GiftNow that takes the guesswork out of sizing and finding that perfect present.
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Amazon is currently offering a 12-month Kindle Unlimited Subscription for $80.32. You can also grab a 24-month subscription for $143.86. At a regular $10 per month, you’ll be able to save upwards of 40% with today’s offer. Need a Kindle device? Amazon is discounting nearly the entire lineup for its 10th anniversary celebration.
from $50Amazon is discounting nearly its entire Kindle lineup, taking $30 off the entry-level model, as well as Paperwhite and Voyage. Prices start at $49.99 and free shipping is available across the board. Each of today’s deal is an extra $10 off the usual discount that we’ve seen in 2017 and the best available. Rated 4.5/5 stars by over 51,000 reviewers.
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Amazon is starting the week by taking up to $30 off its popular Fire Kids tablets, bringing prices back down to the lowest that we’ve seen. The 7-inch 16GB model is down to $79.99 (Reg. $100), while the larger 8-inch is on sale for $99.99 (Reg. $130). Both are available in all color combinations. Free shipping can be had on each of today’s drops. Rated 4.2/5 stars by over 2,000 reviewers at Amazon where the lineup is a best-seller.
$1,110Electronics Valley (99.4% positive feedback, Top-Rated Plus Seller) via eBay Daily Deals offers the 2017 Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro 128GB without Touch Bar for $1,109.99 shipped. That’s a $189.01 savings off the original price, $30 less than our previous mention and the best offer available.
In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Best Buy’s 3-day sale, Amazon Twitchcon gaming event, Anker accessories, and more highlight our favorite deals. Head below for more.
This week we’re partnering with Blast Motion to giveaway one of its popular iPhone-connected baseball, golf or athletic performance accessories. Head below to find out how you could win.
Following varying degrees of success throughout the tail-end of the 20th century, Airstream has come back with a vengeance over the last few years. With booming recreational vehicle sales recently there is a renewed interest in this product category. All of this has resulted in the new Airstream Globetrotter, a tricked out trailer that’s loaded with tech and a $100,000 price tag.
That last price is sure to turn some away, but there’s no denying the visual beauty of this aluminum masterpiece. With large vista windows and a clean design, it’s easy to appreciate the attention to detail here by Airstream.
Amazon is offering a number of Kindle eBooks for free, including classics from F. Scott Fitzgerald, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Dickens and more. You can see our top pics just below. Each of these titles will be automatically downloaded to your Kindle. Note: some listings are currently listed as pre-orders but will be available within the week. Today’s offer is over $10 off the regular going rate in some instances, and certainly the best available price.
Samsung has made a number of forays into the world of virtual reality over the last few years. Its consumer-focused Gear headset has enjoyed popularity as an accessory but we’ve yet to see a real professional-grade device. Until today, that is. Samsung has officially introduced the 360 Round camera, designed to answer the call of content creators looking for an on-the-go solution.
Not only does it pack 17 different cameras, but Samsung’s newest release has a IP65 rating designed for rough and tumble use. Add in 4K capabilities along with a spatial audio system, the 360 Round has a chance to make a splash in the industry that recently saw GoPro unveil its own in-house VR setup.
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Halloween is almost here and this year Snap, Inc. is showing up to the party with an official Dancing Hot Dog costume. Frankly, I can’t believe it. This isn’t some third-party knock-off, we’re talking about an officially licensed dress-up from Snap, Inc.
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The NBA season is upon us and to celebrate, Amazon is discounting a large selection of Majestic t-shirts, long sleeves and more down to as little as $3. You’ll find every team represented in this sale. Just pick your favorite squad, such as my beloved Indiana Pacers, on the left side and you’ll see each team-specific option that’s available. Some of the items in today’s sale are add-on listings, which means you’ll need to include them in orders over $25 to lock-in the extra savings and free shipping is available across the board. Shop the entire sale here.
Triby first arrived on the scene about 18 months ago as the first non-Amazon speaker with Alexa Voice Services. While the original model wasn’t met with as much enthusiasm, today’s announcement of the second generation ‘IO’ might turn some heads. In addition to continuing the Alexa partnership, Triby is also welcoming HomeKit functionality into the fold.
Called “one of the first portable HomeKit switches”, the newest version sports the same familiar design with a large forward-facing speaker and compatibility with a number of streaming media services. At $199, it finds itself in an increasingly competitive mid-range market with the recently released Sonos One and others major players.
Garmin has been putting GPS-capable devices in cars for some time now. But with the rise in GPS-enabled devices and other technology, the brand is being forced to expand into other categories as well. Its latest creation – Garmin Speak – brings Amazon’s popular Alexa Voice Assistant to your ride in a unique way. Think Echo Dot meets a simplified GPS unit.
Measuring just an inch-and-a-half in width, this road tripping add-on has an integrated OLED display that’s wrapped in the familiar blue ring that Alexa users have become accustomed to. Garmin is ditching the large rectangle displays that it made famous on GPS units for a more simplified look here, and I must admit, I’m intrigued.
Whether you’re ready or not, the holiday shopping season is upon us. And this morning one of the major players unveiled its first look at this year’s hottest gifts. Amazon has officially announced its 2017 Holiday Electronics, Toys and Home guide and it’s packed to the brim. We’ve picked out our favorite gifts, and highlighted some of Amazon’s top picks as well just below.
In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: We have deals on Apple Watch accessories from $6, Anker’s latest Amazon sale is packed with deals and Jeff explains how to add even more games to the SNES Classic…
This week’s 9to5Rewards partner is GreenWorks, makers of some of our favorite electric tools on the market today. We’ll be giving away a 60V cordless leaf blower to five lucky 9to5Toys readers. Head below to learn how you can win.
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Amazon offers its AmazonBasics Heavy-Duty 22 to 55-inch Flatscreen TV Mount for $20 Prime shipped. That’s a 20% savings off the regular price and right at the previous Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Interest in Raspberry Pi and its multi-functional capabilities continues to grow as more third-party manufacturers leverage the tiny computer into new projects. Recently Kano announced that it was launching a new version of its popular DIY kits, with the latest version including a display and other functionality.
Today, Pi-Top joins the Raspberry Pi community with its new modular laptop designed for kids. Like so many other STEM-focused products on the market, this release is made with programming at the forefront. Pi-Top stands out from the competition with a portable design that kids can take on-the-road, to school or just about anywhere.
If you’re anything like me, keeping a workspace clean and organized is a daily, if not hourly task. While I can’t seem to keep my desk free of papers, wrappers and microSD cards, I have found a few easy ways to cut down on out of control wires. You see, with two monitors, external hard drives and a wired keyboard, it’s easy for my desk to become a mess. To combat this, I’ve rounded up five easy add-ons under $10 that will help de-clutter and simplify any workspace.
Oculus took the stage yesterday to unveil the latest version of its popular virtual reality headsets. And while it’s had a fair share of success in recent years, there have still been some barriers to entry. Notably, the base Oculus VR set has always been a pricey proposition for most consumers. Until this week.
Oculus Go was just announced with a 2018 arrival date, paired with a more affordable $199 price tag. With a simplified design that is all-inclusive, Oculus hopes this entry-level model will entice more users to enter the world of VR.
Monoprice is offering a pair of its popular ultra-thin HDTV antennas from $5.50 when promo code PAPERTHIN is applied. You can also bag free delivery on both models. Today’s deals are around 33% off the regular price and the best available. Rated 4/5 stars.
We regularly feature Amazon’s sample packs each month, like this Men’s Grooming Bundle, because each purchase comes with a credit that makes it effectively free. It turns out, these are quite popular and Amazon is now expanding its offerings to a wide range of categories. If you head over to this landing page, you’ll see a large selection of $2 samples that include equal value credits which can be used towards a future purchase. You’ll note that these offers are for Prime members only.
Pre-orderAbout 18 months ago Amazon first unveiled its Kindle Oasis E-reader. At $290, it was a big investment from the beginning and one that we were unsure consumers were ready to make. Today Amazon is now taking the wraps off an upgraded version of the high-end tablet, sporting upgrades that include a waterproof design and a bigger display.
Despite a variety of upgrades, Amazon is also lowering the price to $250 which is sure to be a welcome sight for potential buyers. The new Oasis arrives on the ten year anniversary of the first Kindle E-reader, marking today’s announcement as somewhat of a milestone for the online retailer.
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EufyHome (an Anker sub-brand) via Amazon offers its HomeVac Duo 2-in-1 Vacuum Cleaner in red for $79.99 shipped. Available in black and white for $3 more. That’s good for $120 off the original price, down $30 from the regular going rate and a new Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.2/5 stars by nearly 200 reviewers.
NETGEAR has this morning announced the second generation of its Arlo Pro security cameras. Along with a handful of other minor updates, the big news here is the upgrade from 720p to 1080p full HD. Arlo Pro 2 continues the generous, and welcome, inclusion of free 7-day cloud DVR functionality on its latest release.
One of the more interesting features is that Netgear is now offering integration with a certain set-top streaming media player…
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Amazon is offering The LEGO Batman Movie as a digital HD download to own for $2.49. For comparison, most every streaming service has it for $20 including iTunes. The latest entry into the LEGO movie franchise has received excellent ratings at Amazon.
Last month Apple unveiled the newest version of its Apple TV, adding 4K HDR capabilities and the new A10X Fusion chip. Whether you opted for the latest model or the $149 4th generation, you’re likely looking towards accessories at this point.
There are a number of ways to improve your Apple TV 4K experience with a few add-ons. One of which is a mount that is perfect for keeping those pesky cables out of sight and mind. These low-cost solutions attach your new streaming media player directly to the back of your TV in most cases. Head below for our top picks along with a few other must-have Apple TV 4K accessories.
This week we’ve partnered with Audioengine to give away a pair of its HD3 Wireless Speakers. Valued at $399, this is some of our favorite audio equipment out there right now. Head below to find out how you could win.
Dremel recently unveiled its new DigiLab Laser Cutter at the World Maker Faire in New York. Leaning on a history of top-rated consumer-focused products, Dremel is hoping its latest product will cash in on the at-home maker trend that’s become more popular in recent years.
The Dremel DigiLab Laster Cutter is designed to work with a wide range of materials, including wood, leather and paper. It can also engrave materials such as glass and metal, making this a one-stop-shop for hobbyists and makers alike. Add in a robust software suite, and Dremel is bringing an impressive array of capabilities to your home that we’ve not yet seen in such a polished package.
About a month ago at IFA 2017, Sphero unveiled two new Star Wars droids in celebration of the upcoming film The Last Jedi. Turns out, there was still more intergalactic fun on the way. Today, ahead of Comic Con, Sphero is releasing its R2-Q5 droid. Essentially an evil R2-D2, this tricked out unit features augmented reality capabilities and has a few special tricks up its sleeve when placed near other Sphero droids.
$5The wildly-popular Tweetbot 4 for Twitter is now available for $4.99 on the App Store, a 50% discount off the regular going rate. This is the first time this year that we’ve seen it fall to price. Over 5,200 App Store reviewers have left a 4.5/5 star rating.
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Wrensilva has been cranking out gorgeous home audio consoles for some time now, even going as far to offer official Sonos support on some models. And while its previous releases have had us clamoring for our own vintage-inspired setup, it’s the latest from San Diego that has really caught our eye.
The Wrensilva Sonos Edition Console has a big price tag at $5,000 but you’ll receive a handmade console with two integrated Sonos Play:5 units, a vinyl turntable, integrated controls and more. For those willing to spend, this is the finest blend of technology and natural materials we’ve seen in some time.
About 18 months ago we started a new daily roundup of the best green and alternative energy deals, focusing on outdoor equipment, solar power and the like. In that time our sister site Electrek has grown in leaps and bounds as interest in this category has taken off. Curious what all the fuss was about, I’ve spent the last few weeks toying around with GreenWorks’ 60V lineup that includes a mower, leaf blower and string trimmer.
As someone that isn’t particularly well-versed in outdoor tools, I was anxious to see if this alternative to my inventory of gas equipment would fit the bill. Spoiler, it did and in my case, it’s far superior.
This morning Bowers & Wilkins unveiled its new PX Wireless Headphones that feature adaptive noise cancellation along with a host of other features. Known as a premium brand, the latest from B&W provides sleek styling that we just don’t see from most manufacturers out there these days. And with a $399 price tag, we’d certainly hope that’s the case.
Aside from a new proprietary noise-cancellation system, B&W is also bringing a new batch of integrated sensors that detect movement and control playback in similar fashion as Apple’s AirPods. Best of all, USB-C charging.
September delivered us a handful of new 4K streaming media players from Apple and Amazon both. Today, Roku is kicking off October with a fresh 4K streaming stick alongside a host of other set-top boxes. Roku typically updates its lineup in the fall and continued that trend following its successful IPO last week.
Along with today’s new releases, the top-of-the-line Roku Ultra is getting a fresh price drop along with the unveiling of OS 8. Full details just below.
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Amazon has announced October’s offering of free Kindle First eBooks for Prime members. Subscribers to Amazon’s 2-day shipping service receive early access to new Kindle books for free (Reg. $6) before these titles are released.
In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: We’re giving away the much-anticipated SNES Classic, Best Buy launches a two-day sale, and more. Head below for the rest of this week’s top deals and more.
The official WORX eBay store offers its WG546 20V Cordless Leaf Blower for $39.99 shipped in new-other condition. For comparison, it has a list price of $100 and goes for $95 at Amazon. The leaves will soon start falling, and a new leaf blower is a must-have. This two-speed cordless model should do the trick. Rated 3.7/5 stars.
Update: the winner is… @GerrieJoe. Thanks to everyone that entered our contest!
Want a SNES Classic? Well this might be your lucky day. We waited in line, did the dirty work and now we’re ready to give one away to a lucky reader. Head below to find out how you could win this holiday’s most sought after console and the new Hori Wireless Fighting Commander Controller.
Buy NowIt’s SNES Classic Day! And hopefully you were lucky enough to procure a unit this morning. While you’re probably already unboxing and reveling in all of the 16-bit goodness, we’re already looking towards the accessory market. Earlier this week, HORI unveiled its Street Fighter-focused wireless controller and now 8Bitdo is getting in the mix.
Today the retro-inspired brand is releasing its own wireless controller, with two styles replicating both the North American and popular Japanese Super Famicom versions. Available for pre-order at Amazon, it’s set to hit your SNES Classic on December 10th.
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Amazon offers three adorable PDP Super Mario Pixel Pals for $11.99 each. For comparison, each one usually sells for $15. Today’s deal is the best that we’ve tracked. I went hands-on with these a few weeks back and loved them. Amazon customers agree that it’s a must-have for any gaming enthusiast.
At today’s GoPro event, the industry’s action camera standard finally unveiled its Fusion 360-degree camera along with the new HERO6. In just 24 minutes, GoPro quickly provided a number of details on its latest releases. Head below for more.
It’s been a busy 2017 for Anker thus far, as the brand has expanded in many ways to smart home technology and other categories. Today, it’s launching a new campaign on Indiegogo under its Nebula sub-brand for the upcoming Capsule handheld projector.
Called the “world’s most advanced pocket cinema”, this soda-can sized device offers a range of connectivity options including AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and HDMI. All of which is supported by an internal battery pack that supplies upwards of 2.5-hours of playtime on a single charge.
Amazon took the stage in Seattle this morning to unveil a handful of new devices ahead of the holiday season. Today’s announcement includes the all-new Echo and Echo Plus Smart Speaker, a smaller Echo Connect, two updated models of its Fire TV streaming media platform and more. It was a big day in Seattle, and we have all of the details for you down below along with pre-order information.
After hearing inklings back in the spring, Comcast is officially rolling out its new XFINITY Instant TV bundle for broadband customers today. Plans start at $18 per month as the cable giant looks to retain cord-cutters that are becoming increasingly dependent on services like Hulu, Netflix and others. Comcast’s new skinny bundle IPTV will only be available to select customers at launch at beta, with additional markets rolling out over time. A full breakdown of each package with pricing can be found below.
Buy NowWith Nintendo’s SNES Classic slated to arrive on Friday, vintage gamers are eagerly anticipating a weekend filled with 16-bit nostalgia. To no surprise, accessory makers are beginning to also unveil new add-ons for the throwback console. HORI is slated to release its SNES Classic Fighting Commander Wireless Controller with a customizable interface, turbo functions for each button and more. All of which is set to arrive for just $25 at the end of the week.
As electric bikes and alternative transportation grow in popularity, we’re beginning to see more variation within the category as new releases pop up each week. The latest of which is the new movE electric cargo bike. Recently launched on Kickstarter, this three-wheel take on e-transportation offers the most storage that we’ve seen in this category along with a whole host of smartphone-connected features.