Google has yet to make an official announcement about this, but the Mountain View company has today launched an Android Pay Rewards promotion called “Tap 10,” offering Google Play music downloads and a free Chromecast to Android Pay users when they use their phone to pay…
There’s no shortage of surveillance cameras for your home. The same can be said for iOS and Android apps that are meant to capture life’s best moments. However, typically you’ve got to be behind the camera when it comes to recording the memorable times. Thus, Dad or Mom never make it into the home videos.
A new product called the Kiba Family Camera aims to remove the behind-the-scenes work required for capturing all your favorite memories. With a full-on cloud service and Joy Ranking Algorithm (huh?), Kiba has big plans for your next family gathering. More details below.
Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is offering the Lifecore Fitness Assault Air Bike Trainer for $699.99 shipped. That’s 30% under the regular $1,000 price tag this machine still fetches from just about all retailers and the best price we can find. It features“twenty sealed ball bearings” for a “smooth and durable feel”, “unlimited resistance”, six way adjustable seat and a built-in computer system with fitness tracking, goals and more. Rated 4.6/5 stars from 75 Amazon customers.
Dreo Direct via Amazon offers its Wireless Bluetooth 4.0 Sports Sweat-proof Earbuds with mic for $29.99, but code D3SL8KZL will drop the total down to just $12.99. They ship free for Prime members or in orders over $35. This deal is available in both the black and lime green option found on the listing page.
The perfect workout companion, these extremely inexpensive Bluetooth earbuds work great with iOS and Android. They feature noise isolation, 4-9 hours of playback, built-in mic, IPX4 sweat-proof and water resistance, a tangle-free cable and a 1 year warranty. Rated 4.6/5 stars from over 40 Amazon customers.
Head below for some sweet running shoe deals from ASICS, workout gear, Fitbit trackers, hiking/hunting apparel and equipment, weights and much more:
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Amazon has the WeMo Insight Switch smart electrical outlet adapter for $39.97 shipped. That’s $20 under the original price, $10 under the average selling price and the best we can find.
This small outlet plug is Wi-Fi enabled, allows you to control your electronic appliances from anywhere, monitor energy use for specific devices, scheduling, notifications, Amazon Echo support for hands-free voice control and compatibility with iOS and Android.
While it only has a 3.3/5 star rating from over 740 Amazon customers, more than 50% of them left a 4 or 5 star rating. This is the very best selling electrical light switch on Amazon.
The WeMo Insight Switch works with the free WeMo app to give you wireless control of your appliances and electronics; turn on a space heater to get the room nice and cozy before you get there, be at ease that you turned off the hair straightener or iron after the morning rush or bring on the holiday cheer and turn on the holiday lights! Put your little ones to bed and turn off the reading lamp and turn on the nightlight as you tuck them in. Modular system. Users can add additional switches easily any time. Control as much or as little of the home as desired. Plugs into any regular 120V wall outlet.
Update (1/07 11:45am): Amazon has the Classic USB NES Controller for Mac/PC for $6.29 Prime shipped (Reg. $9+)
In today’s best game/apps deals, the official Nintendo Store is offering some notable prices on new and refurbished Nintendo 3DS XL handhelds right now. While even the new prices are solid, our top picks are the Super Mario Bros. 2 Gold Edition Nintendo 3DS XL and the Super Smash Bros. in Red or Blue Edition Nintendo 3DS XL refurbished for $130 each. Add $5 for shipping at Nintendo. That’s about $70 below the regular new price and the best we can find. They come with a standard one year Nintendo warranty and “Although it may have minor cosmetic blemishes, it is guaranteed to be fully functional. We think you will find the standards for Authentic Nintendo Refurbished Products are VERY high.” And remember the New Nintendo 3DS XL is still available at its lowest price ever on Amazon right now.
Speaking of Nintendo, we still have Shovel Knight on Wii U for $19.99 with free shipping for Prime members, the release of the Shovel Knight amiibo figure, Super Mario 3D World on Wii U pre-owned from $25.19 (Reg. $55 new) using code CAG16 at checkout, and New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U for Wii U is currently in-stock for $44.99 shipped on Amazon. And don’t forget about the Chibi-Robo amiibo for just over $10 Prime shipped (Reg. $13).
Other notables include Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege for $49.99 shipped (Reg. $60), and Resident Evil: Revelations 2 from $19.88 Prime shipped (Reg. $26+).
Before you head below for today’s best iOS/Mac deals, Super Hexagon for iPhone and iPad went free (Reg. $3) recently, and you only have a few more hours to grab the latest App Store Free App of the Week: Colorburn photo filters. Below the fold you’ll find iOS deals on Wicked Lair, DailyArt PRO, RPG Quest, Analog Film and more:
Running up to the holidays, Motorola was offering some great discounts on its older Android and Android Wear products. Sadly, those same deals didn’t apply to the newer and rather fantastic Moto X Pure and Moto 360 from 2015. That changes this month, as the Lenovo-owned company begins offering money off for customers buying both products together.
Anyone buying the new Moto X Pure Edition (2015) and 2nd gen Moto 360 together will get $100 off at checkout. There’s no promo code to remember, just add the two products to your basket at Motorola.com in the US and the discount applies automatically. That means a package deal combining the two devices will cost you $599 for the base models, rather than the usual $699. Of course, adding extra storage to your phone or choosing a more premium material for the phone’s back or the Moto 360’s watch strap will cost extra. This promotion includes free shipping.
Currently, Amazon sells the Moto 360 and Moto X Pure Edition (2015) at their full $299 and $399 respective price tags. As do eBay and B&H Photo Video.
This is the first time we’ve seen either of the new products with a significant discount anywhere in the US. The deal is available until January 12th, 10:59 Central Time.
Following in the footsteps of Kodak, classic camera manufacturer Polaroid has revealed a new version of one of its most popular products at CES 2016. The updated Polaroid Snap+ instant print camera improves on the previous design that was released this fall by adding a new 3.5-inch touchscreen display. While the original Snap has been subject to mixed reviews from customers, Polaroid hopes this updated version will cure some of those ills with a few fixes…
Jaybird, maker of the popular sweatproof X and X2 Bluetooth headphones, has announced two new models planned for release in the second quarter of this year. Designed to appeal to athletes, the X3 ($150) and Freedom ($200) have both been redesigned from earlier, similarly-named models, and now use power-efficient Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology for full compatibility with the latest Apple and Android devices. Each will be available in five colors, and work with Jaybird’s MySound app to create user-defined equalizer settings…
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.
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. Amazon shoppers gave it 4.3/5 stars. 
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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It’s no secret that the sneaker industry has blown up over the last ten years. Estimates show that Michael Jordan’s brand brings in well over two billion dollars per year. LeBron James just inked a lifetime contract with Nike that “easily surpasses Kevin Durant’s 10-year 300 million dollar deal.” While shoes have continually evolved as Nike has rose to prominence over the last 30 years, we haven’t seen much in the way of smartphone connectivity. While we can easily track our running data with a simple app, technology integration hasn’t gone much further.
A very successful Indiegogo campaign is ready to change that. After raising over $750,000, ShiftWear is ready to hit the market with its “adaptable shoes” that have a built-in display controlled by your smartphone. You have to see it to fully understand the potential here.
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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Amazon offers the Logitech Harmony Ultimate Touchscreen Remote for $194.99 with free shipping. This is good for $105 off the original listing, $5 less than our previous mention, a match of the all-time low and the best price we can find.
Logitech’s Harmony Ultimate offers an upgraded feature set in comparison to your typical universal remote. It has a touchscreen display, can control up to 15 devices and works with the free Harmony iOS and Android app. The included hub offers RF control over devices that are hidden behind a cabinet. Logitech has a library of over 270,000 devices that are compatible with this remote. Rated 3.9/5 stars by over 725 Amazon customers.
Chromecast and Sling TV have partnered to offer an extended two month free trial of the online streaming service ($40 value). First time Sling customers with a Chromecast have until December 28th to grab a 60-day free peak at the Best of Live TV package. Simply visit this page to begin your trial. You’ll want to cancel the service before the two months is up, otherwise you’ll be charged $20 for the next month.
Typically, Sling only offers a 7-day trial, so if you’ve been holding out on trying this service, now is your best bet to give it a run. Offer does not include any extras or HBO service. Full terms and condition can be found below.
Sling TV launched last January to much fanfare as an alternative to pricey cable and satellite services. It offers popular channels like ESPN/2, AMC, TBS, TNT, HGTV and others. Additionally, it has a number of add-on packages for those interested in premium channels like HBO. Packages start at $20 with more channels available for as little as $5.
The latest Google Chromecast is available for $30 at Walmart (Reg. $35). New users can take advantage of a handful of freebies, including a $20 Google Play credit that is available through the end of the year.
This is one of the best deals yet on our favorite all-in-one home security system and air quality detector.
Just in time for the holidays, get $20 off Canary. That brings the price down to $179 from the regular $199. Better yet, you can save a total of $50 off regular price when purchasing the Canary Two-Pack.
This Wi-Fi, smartphone connected security system does a whole lot more than the webcam style security cameras gaining popularity recently, and it does it all with gorgeous, Apple-like industrial design and slick companion apps for iPhone, Apple Watch, and Android…
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Sprint is getting in the holiday spirit by offering one of the most unique cellular deals that we’ve seen. The mobile carrier is giving away a free 32-inch Samsung HDTV, worth roughly $200, when you open a new line of service or upgrade an existing account with an eligible Samsung Galaxy smartphone. This offer launches on December 18th and runs through the 24th. Customers can finance their new device through Sprint’s Lease or Easy Pay plans, as well as traditional two-year contracts or by paying in full. Complete terms and conditions below.
Qualified Samsung smartphones include Samsung Galaxy S6, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ and Samsung Galaxy Note5. Customers can get their new Samsung smartphone through Sprint Lease, Sprint Easy Pay, sign a two-year contract or pay full retail price.
Additionally, shoppers switching to Sprint can save up to 50% off qualifying Verizon, AT&T or T-Mobile plans. Sprint will also pay up to $650 in fees associated with switching via an American Express gift card.
Google Store is currently taking $50 off Nexus 6P and 5X Android 6.0 Marshmallow smartphones. That drops the 32GB Nexus 6P down to just $449 with free shipping, which is the first discount of any kind we’ve seen on this 5.7-inch pure Android phone. In fact, it’s been tough to find it in-stock, let alone priced below retail (from a trusted retailer). Nexus 5X starts at just $329 shipped (matched at Amazon). All phones are eligible for free overnight shipping.
In fact, there are a great deal of devices on sale at the Google Play Store:
Free overnight shipping on all products
Mix / Match Chromecast and/or Chromecast Audio, 2 for $55 + $20 Play credit + $5 off
Use your savings to buy some protection for your new phone. Spigen’s Thin Fit Nexus 5P case is on sale for $11.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $24).
Oh yeah, don’t forget to claim your free $20 Best Buy eGift Card by using Android Pay.
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:
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.
We’ve seen iOS-connected coffeemakers before, but they’ve usually come way of crowdfunding projects that don’t always make it off the ground. An established veteran in the world of java is making waves with a new top-of-the-line model that is capable of crafting over 100 different drinks. The De’Longhi PrimaDonna Elite puts an entire coffee shop at your fingertips. It focuses on a user-friendly experience that allows coffee-fiends to personalize nearly every detail of their drink and save new creations for later.
Its iOS-connectivity is sure to spark the interest of Apple users. While the price tag may scare some away.
Patozon via Amazon is offering the Mpow Grip Magic Air Vent iPhone 6/s Car Mount for $6.99, but code SC79XNXT will drop your total down to $4.99. It ships free for Prime members or in orders over $35. It sometimes goes for up to as much as $9 and today is matching the best price we have seen on this particular model.
It currently sits as the second best selling dash-mounted Phone holder on Amazon, and is compatible with iPhone 6/s and Android devices. Along with its one-handed access, it features both landscape and portrait modes and protects your phone from vibrations on the road. This model is rated 4.4/5 stars from over 820 Amazon customers.
We’ve been inundated with smartwatches and wearables over the last year. Now, 2015 is coming to a close with one more new release. This morning, the Omate Rise Standalone Smartwatch for iOS and Android launched on Indiegogo. In just a few hours it has doubled its initial goal and is beginning to sell out of inventory.
You see, Omate differs from many crowdfunding projects that go on for weeks and even months at a time. This campaign is set to conclude before the end of the week with just over 1,000 units available. With a $199 price tag, it’s no surprise that backers are snatching Omate up while the campaign is still live. More details below.
Amazon is throwing in a free year of Unlimited Online Storage with the download of select free Android apps. You must download 1 of the 10 eligible apps through Amazon’s Underground app for Android. These aren’t apps you’re going to want to instantly delete either. Top titles include Monument Valley, Jetpack Joyride, Goat Simulator, Fruit Ninja, and others.
Amazon Cloud Drive with Unlimited Online Storage typically goes for $59.99, but recently dropped to $5 as part of a Black Friday promotion. You should receive an email within 48 hours of downloading an eligible app that contains details on how you can activate your free offer.
Full terms and conditions are as follows:
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Amazon has the iOttie Easy Flex 3 Car Mount Holder for iPhone 6s, older iPhones and Android devices for $11.99 (matched at B&H). It ships free for Prime members (free trial) or on orders over $35. That’s nearly half the original listing, as much as $5 below the next best prices and the best we can find.
It is compatible with iPhone 6s, 5s, 5c, Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus S6, S5, S4, and more (devices 2.1 inches to 3.1 inches wide). The Easy Flex features one-touch locking/release, 360 degree rotation, and a super sticky gel pad that “can be restored to its mint condition by rinsing it with warm water and allowing it to air dry.” This model carries a 4.3/5 star rating from over 1,100 Amazon customers.
While you might find a third party listing on Amazon for the above (and below) iOttie mounts that is less expensive, as far as we can tell this is a fake/likely not legitimate Amazon merchant and recommend avoiding it.
Amazon is offering the Belkin Car Vent Mount for Smartphones for $11.99 with free shipping for Prime members (free trial) or on order of $35 or more. That’s more than 50% under the original $25 listing, the lowest Amazon has ever offered it for, $2 under our previous mention, and the best price we can find from a trusted retailer.
While this car vent mount fits iPhone 6/Plus as well as older iPhones and Android devices up to 3.3-inches wide, but it may not fit the 6s/Plus perfectly. It features portrait and landscape viewing angles, adjustable brackets, cable management and mount clips that allow you to “use it in any vehicle”.
It has received a 4/5 star rating from over 300 Amazon customers. And for more car tech deals, head over to our previous roundup where you’ll find iOttie mounts, Bluetooth transmitters and more.
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In today’s best game/app deals, the Nintendo Store has a couple notable pre-owned game deals right now including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for Wii and Wii U at $15 plus $5 flat rate shipping on your entire order. That’s less than half what this game regularly goes for new. This title goes on sale even less often than most Nintendo games and is easily the best price around. The Nintendo Store also has Kirby’s Dream Collection (game only) pre-owned for $15 plus $5 shipping. Not only is this title hard to even get your hands on, it goes for $70 plus new on Amazon.
Best Buy is offering the Guitar Hero for Xbox One with Wireless Guitar Controller & USB Mic for $69.99 shipped ($112 value). While we have seen this bundle dip to $65 on Amazon, Best Buy includes the $12+ USB mic as well. Best Buy is also offering a Buy 2 pre-owned games and get 1 Free promo right now with a large selection of titles: Madden NFL 15, Destiny, Watch Dogs, GTA V, ARkham Knight and many more.
On top of its Black Friday Countdown game deals, Amazon is offering WWE 2K16 on PS4 and Xbox One for $49.99 shipped (Reg. $60, best we can find). However, Walmart is still offering Star Wars Battlefront (or COD Black Ops III, WWE 2K15, Fallout 4, Battlefront w/ extra content, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, MGSV and more) with a $20 PSN gift card for $59.99 shipped.
Today is your last chance at the new App Store Free App of the Week and Pixelmator – our favorite photo editing app for Mac gets a 50% discount today. Down below you’ll find today’s best iOS/Mac price drops including Noteshelf – Take Notes, Sketch, Annotate, Evernote Sync, Week Calendar, Menu Planner and many more:
Update (11/22 12:50pm):
Walmart is offering the Nintendo 2DS in Crimson Red or Electric Blue for $79 shipped. That’s about $50 under the original listing, $20 below GameStop and Amazon and the best price we can find. Walmart is also offering the Nintendo New 3DS Handheld Animal Crossing Happy Home Designer Bundle for $179 shipped. That’s well under the usual $220+ this bundle fetches and the best price we can find.
For you amiibo fans out there, we are seeing the lowest price ever on the the Power A amiibo End Level Display at $19.99 Prime shipped on Amazon. That’s more than $10 below the average selling price and $5 below the lowest we have seen. You’ll want to take a look at the Walmart Black Friday ad and our Best of Black Friday Games roundup for the best deals on Nintendo over the season.
As for consoles, Amazon is still offering the Xbox One 1TB FIFA 16 Bundle with a free copy of Fallout 4 for $399 shipped and you’ll find several bundles at GameStop currently available with free games. Walmart is offering the 500GB Gears of War (white or black) or LEGO Movie game Xbox One bundle, plus Star Wars Battlefront, an additional controller, and a Turtle Beach headset for $399 shipped ($480+ value). And Newegg has the LEGO Movie bundle on its own for $305.48 shipped using code EMCKBNK22 at checkout. That’s within $5 of the basic Black Friday discount, and without the headaches.
Amazon has already kicked off its Black Friday Countdown game deals and today’s Gold Box Deals features up to 55% off Logitech gaming mice and keyboards. Also for today only, you’ll find up to 40% off Disney Infinity character bundles. Tearaway Unfolded on PlayStation 4 is now at $19.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $40, best we can find).
Best Buy is offering PlayStation TV for $19.99 (Reg. $40+) and Lords of the Fallen Complete Edition on PS4 and Xbox One for $19.99 (Reg. $30), both with free shipping over $35 or free in-store pickup
This weekend’s most notable Mac/iOS price drops include The 7D Mine Train: FREE (Reg. $5), Hack RUN: FREE (Reg. $3), File Manager Pro App: FREE (Reg. $5), Paprika Recipe Manager: $3 (Reg. $5), Draw Pad Pro: FREE (Reg. $3) and many more in our previous roundup. MacPhun offers up to 85% off Creative Kit 2016 for Black Friday and be sure grab the latest App Store Free App of the Week: Stackables
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Human curation matters. We trust recommendations from friends and experts more than suggestions by the best computers. That’s why millions of people come to 9to5Toys, 9to5Mac, and 9to5Google each month to discover our product recommendations!
Product reviews are great if you know the exact product you want to buy, but they rarely cover all the best products in one place. That’s why Curate With Me is here — to connect you with curated lists of great products recommended by friends and experts.
Curate With Me helps you canvas categories of products, apps, and dining experiences that other people are recommending, combining the power of Reddit-style upvotes with Pinterest-like visuals. Lots of experts, including the 9to5Toys team, are already creating Curate With Me guides. It’s a place where gadget fans, beauty mavens, foodies, gamers, home decorators and everyone with product knowledge can come together to spotlight the best of everything!
Want a shot at winning this year’s best holiday gift? Sign up for Curate With Me at this link and contribute ideas to our Most Coveted 2015 Holiday Tech Gift list. After one week, the person who contributed the most upvoted item in the Guide will get to pick one or more items from the list (worth up to $200), courtesy of Curate With Me! So get curating right away to maximize your votes! More details are below…. (Update: Congrats, Victor M!)
It seems like everyone has a wearable these days. Apple Watch is a favorite amongst fanboys and Fitbit appears set for a huge holiday season, with Black Friday deals throughout many of our ad leaks. But what about those that would prefer a more classic look as opposed to the techie flavorings that are so popular right now?
What Watch out of Switzerland has an answer to that question. Its Bluetooth-connected watches are coming to the United States and are worth a look. With classic and modern stylings, plus iPhone/Android connectivity, these new timepieces are set to make a splash.
Update 11/16 2:10PM: We found a Nexus 5 32GB Black/White on NeweggFlash in new condition for $209.99 shipped. That’s more than half off the list price and the lowest we can find for a new one.
Daily Steals offers the LG Google Nexus 5 D820 16GB Unlocked GSM (Refurb) for $149.99 shipped. That’s half off the list price and the lowest we’ve seen for it. The Nexus 5 runs on Android Lollipop and features a “Snapdragon 800 system chip, 2GB of RAM and an 8.0MP camera with image stabilization.” It’s designed for North America and will connect to 2G, 3G or LTE on AT&T and T-Mobile.
Amazon shoppers gave it 4.1/5 stars.
No warranty information has been provided, however if you’re not satisfied with it, Daily Steals will accept returns within 30-days of purchase.
The Room franchise is one of the most popular puzzle mystery games on mobile, with the first two games in the series garnering a 5 star rating from nearly a half a million reviews across the App Store and Google Play. Today, developer Fireproof Games took to its Twitter account to announce the release of The Room Three.
Unfortunately, the game is only available to iOS users as of right now. Fireproof Games has no specific dates for Android, but says it is currently working hard on it.
Head below for the release trailer and to find out more about the latest entry in the BAFTA and Apple Game of the Year award winning series:
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9to5Toys Specials offers the Android Mobile Hacker Bundle with 5 Essential App Development Courses for free.
Courses include: iOS & Android HTML5 Apps for Beginners, Learn Android Studio in 2 Hours, Development Essentials with DIY Project, Game Development Crash Course, and Learn Android 4.0 Programming in Java.
… and in case you missed it this morning. Amazon offers over $70 worth of Android apps for free: Bloons, Scribblenauts, Splashtop Remote Desktop, Photo Lab PRO, more
It’s not healthy to look at your iPhone before bed. I know, we all do it. The white light of your device actually sends signals to your brain to produce energy, which isn’t ideal before you start counting sheep. That tricky thing called melatonin is actually pretty important. What if a lightbulb could actually help manage all that?
That’s where GE comes in with its new line of smart LED lightbulbs, simply called ‘C’. These two lights offer different variable settings that adjust throughout the day to improve your circadian rhythm. Think Hue meets Advil PM…or something like that.
There is a lot of technology in your iPhone. Each generation picks up more power and improved optics for photos. We regularly hear about companies that are leveraging that technology to create unique products. One of the latest examples is the eora 3D. A new “highly accurate and affordable” three-dimensional scanner that uses your iPhone or Android device to capture virtual representations of just everyday objects.
Update (11/2 2:30 PM): The unlocked Google Nexus 6 32GB in Midnight Blue is back again for $289.99 shipped.
Update (10/28 4:30 PM): The unlocked Google Nexus 6 32GB in Midnight Blue is back again for $289.99 shipped.
Blinq (98.8% Positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals is offering the Unlocked Motorola Google Nexus 6 32GB Android Smartphone in Midnight Blue (XT1103) for $289.99 shipped. That’s $10 below our previous mention and the lowest we’ve seen.
It features a 5.96-inch 1440×2560 HD LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 2.7GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM, 13-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front-facing camera, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, wireless charging capability, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).
It’s the best selling unlocked phone at Amazon and it received 4.3/5 stars there. We also reviewed it favorably on 9to5Google. No warranty information has been provided, but eBay has a 14-day money back guarantee on this product.
After enjoying one of the most successful multi-platform runs in recent memory, Minecraft is back again with its newly released Story Mode title on iOS and Android, as well as other platforms. This new rendition, from Telltale Games, builds on the success of the original title by bringing campaign-style play to the mix.
Jesse, the main character, adventures through the Overworld in the first episode The Order of the Stone. For the first time, Minecraft gamers will experience dialogue and have choices that effect the outcome of each episode. The voice-overs are handled by a number of celebrities including Patton Oswald, Ashley Johnson, Scott Porter and others. There are a total of five sections to the game, which can be purchased at a 25% discount through the app.
Minecraft: Story Mode is available today in iOS and Android app stores for $4.99. Head below for a gameplay trailer and a full description. Have a child interested in Minecraft? Learn to code with these polygonal-inspired guides as a part of today’s Amazon Gold Box.
We’re under two weeks until the NBA season officially tips off and I cannot wait. There are so many questions that linger… Will the Warriors repeat? How good are the Spurs? Will Boogie Cousins hurt George Karl?
In the meantime, I’ll have to virtually ball out. Thankfully NBA 2K16 for mobile devices has hit and is ready to download for $7.99 on iOS and Android today. The console version dropped a few weeks back to rave reviews, so I’m looking forward to playing the handheld rendition.
This year’s game includes updated graphics, a new control system that is more in line with the console experience and a full featured MyCareer mode. You can take full control of your team with season modes, crafting your virtual line-up to your exact specifications. That means Paul George will have to play the four spot, whether he likes it or not!
Head below for a full description and more gameplay pictures.
Update (10/16 8:00am): Amazon listing has now jumped in price, but Best Buy’s is still down at $99.99
Amazon is offering the Samsung Gear VR Innovator Edition Virtual Reality headset (for Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge) for $99.99 shipped (matched at Best Buy). That’s $100 or 50% under the regular price and the best we can find.
Samsung has teamed up with Oculus to offer Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge owners “an unparalleled 3-D 360-degree video-watching or game-playing experience.” Along with a wide selection of 3D content (VR games, experiences, 360 degree videos, apps) available through the Oculus and Samsung store, it ships with the headset itself, a pouch, replacement face foams and a lens cleaning cloth. It has a 4.4/5 star rating from over 100 Amazon customers.
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The Galaxy S6/S6 Edge’s amazing AMOLED screen and processor combined with the power of Oculus technology deliver an ultra-fast, ultra-smooth and ultra-immersive experience for you. Together, Oculus and Samsung have pushed the limits of mobile virtual reality technology to make you feel like you are really there, in the experience.
Samsung Gear VR is easy to use with a touchpad control, dedicated back button, and a USB port for supplemental VR accessories and power.
Update 10/19 3:30PM: You can grab the Mpow iSnap X One-piece Extendable Selfie Stick with built-in Bluetooth Remote Shutter for only $4.99 Prime shipped when you use the code 8LLGBIGV at checkout from Amazon. That’s $15 off the original list price and the lowest we’ve seen for it.
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Over 1,400 Amazon shoppers gave it 4.5/5 stars and excellent reviews.
Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its U-shape Extendable Wireless Selfie Stick with Built-in Bluetooth Remote Shutter for iPhone and Android devices for $10.99, but code 8BH6B356 will drop your total to $5.99. It ships free for Prime members or on orders over $35. That’s nearly $15 under the original listing, almost 50% below the current sale price and the best we can find.
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It ships with a “full 18 Month Worry-Free Warranty” and has received a 4.2/5 star rating from over 120 Amazon customers.
Update (10/14 11:15am): The below refurbished deal has now sold out, but Mobilepros1 (97.9% Positive feedback) is now offering the same model brand new for $299.99 shipped (Reg. $350, lowest we can find).
Guarantee Cellular (98.5% Positive feedback) via eBay is offering the refurbished Unlocked Motorola Google Nexus 6 32GB Android Smartphone in Midnight Blue (XT1103) for $269.99 shipped. That’s $30 under our previous mention for a new one and the lowest we’ve seen for it in any condition.
It features a 5.96″ 1440×2560 HD LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 2.7GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM, 13-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front-facing camera, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, wireless charging capability, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).
It’s the best selling unlocked phone at Amazon and it received 4.3/5 stars there. No warranty information has been provided, but eBay has a 14-day money back guarantee on this product.
If you don’t mind paying a little extra for one in new condition, Newegg has the same model in Midnight Blue, model no. XT1100, for $349.99. Coupon code EMCKAKP33 cuts it to $298.99 shipped. That’s the lowest we’ve seen for a new one.
In today’s best game/app deals, Amazon is offering Splatoon on Wii U for $44.99 shipped (matched at Best Buy). That’s $45 under our previous mention and the lowest we have seen the game go for from a trusted retailer. Along receiving its very own set of Inkling amiibo, Splatoon released to solid reviews for its fun and interesting take on the typical arena shooter.
Splatter enemies and claim your turf as ink-spraying, squid-like Inklings in Nintendo’s ultimate mess-fest!
Other notable game deals on Amazon today include Borderlands: The Handsome Collection for $34.99 with free shipping for Prime members (or add at least $0.01 to your order), The Order: 1886 is back down to $19.99 with free Prime shipping and Gears of War Ultimate Edition is available for $36.44 shipped. All of which are either matching or slightly under our previous lows.
We also have a few notable Wii U console bundle deals starting with Target’s $269.99 offer on the Wii U Deluxe Mario Kart 8 bundle. That’s $30 under the going rate, $5 under Best Buy’s sale price that kicked off today and the best we can find. If you would rather the Splatoon Wii U bundle, Best Buy has that on sale $274.99 shipped today, which is the best price we can find.
The App Store Free App of the Week is Wake Alarm Clock ($4 value), Disney’s Star Wars – Heroes Path for iPhone and iPad is now available for free for the very first time, the official Sony PS4 price drops are now live and Tweetbot for Mac dropped to $10 recently (Reg. $13)
This weekend’s best iOS deals include The Ensign: FREE (Reg. $1), iBomber Defense Pacific: FREE (Reg. $3), Angry Zombies 2 HD: FREE (Reg. $2) and a whole lot more in our previous roundup.
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Best Buy is offering the Pebble Steel Smartwatch for Select iOS and Android Devices in Black or Silver (401BLR) for $99.99 shipped. Amazon is also offering its Prime members (only) the same deal on the black model at $99.99 shipped. That’s $130 under the original listing, about $30 under the next best price from a trusted retailer, matching our previous mention and the best we can find.
Made from marine-grade stainless-steel and Corning Gorilla Glass, this model has a genuine leather band and lasts 5-7 days on a single charge. More features:
It has a 4.1/5 star rating from over 650 Amazon customers. We also still have the Garmin Fenix 2 Performer fitness smartwatch bundle for $300 shipped (Orig. $450).
Update (10/8 4:30pm): The price of the below listing has now dipped an additional $20 down to $139.95 shipped.
BuyDig via eBay Daily Deals is offering the Beyerdynamic A200p Portable Mobile DAC Headphone Amp for iPhone and Android Phones in Black/Silver for $159.99 shipped. This headphone amp still fetches $200 at just about all retailers including Amazon. This is $9 under the lowest price we have ever seen.
Not only will it enhance the quality of the audio coming off your portable devices/laptop, it will also make it louder (if you wish) and includes Lightning, USB and Micro-USB cables along with a leather case and a smartphone strap. Features:
It has received a 3.9/5 star rating from 20 Amazon customers. Be sure to checkout today’s Daily Deals and yesterday’s roundup, for all of our best ongoing headphone deals.
Kickstarter has delivered some pretty cool projects over the last couple of years. One of our favorites to come out of the crowd-funding world is the Kano Raspberry Pi microcomputer. As coding has taken off with the success of iOS and Android’s app stores, we are seeing more educators and parents take an interest in using it as a medium for learning. Kano was one of the first coding projects for kids on Kickstarter and we loved it.
Fast forward a year later and another Kickstarter campaign is focused on marrying robotics and coding into a kid-friendly package. Robo Wunderkind uses LEGO skills and iOS/Android connectivity to enable children to build their own robot. So far the response has been through the roof.
Virtual reality (VR) is no longer an experience reserved for science-fiction movies or training for technical jobs. This technology has seen significant strides in recent years that now allows consumers to have greater access to VR products. This growth has been spurred by companies like Oculus, which has put significant resources into developing consumer-focused products.
Now, Mattel has joined in on this trend to remake its classic View-Master toy into a smartphone-connected virtual reality headset. Make no mistake, this is not the plastic viewfinder you enjoyed as a kid. This updated View-Master, first announced in February, includes top-of-the-line content from National Geographic and others. Trust us, this is guaranteed to hit everyone’s Christmas list this year.
EA has now unleashed the new Need for Speed: No Limits on both iOS and Android worldwide. Previously soft-launched in the Netherlands and Taiwan, No Limits is the very first original NFS title developed exclusively for mobile devices.
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Amazon offers the Canary All-in-One Home Security Device in White or Silver for $199 shipped. Available in black for $0.99 more. Today’s deal is $51 off the regular price, up to $40 better than Walmart and the first substantial discount that we have seen since its release last spring.
Canary combines all of the traditional home security devices into one product with an eye on simplified protection. It has a motion sensing system, wide-angle HD camera, a 90+dB siren and a bevy of sensors to monitor temperature, humidity and air quality. There isn’t any installation, it simply gets plugged and connected to the internet. It has an accompanying iOS and Android app that collects data and provides live feeds to your home. Rated 3.2/5 stars.
