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HDTVs: Samsung 48″ Smart $548 (orig. $848), Samsung 51″ Plasma $348 (orig. $879), more

BuyDig has the Samsung 48-Inch 1080p Smart HDTV for only $547.99 shipped (Note: You will not see the sale price until the final checkout screen.) That’s more than half off the original list price, $148 less than Amazon and the lowest we could find.

It features a full HD (1080p) native resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, WiFi, Smart TV apps such as: Hulu Plus, Netflix, YouTube, more. It also has 1 USB, and four HDMI inputs. Amazon shoppers gave it 4.4/5 star reviews.

Next up, Walmart is offering the Samsung 51″ Plasma HDTV for a low $348 for in store pick-up (Note. This HDTV is also below retail, so you will not see the sale price until the last screen of checkout.) It’s $748 off the original list price and $217 less than Amazon’s current listing.

Features include: an HD (720p) 1024 x 768 native resolution, 600Hz subfield motion for fast action and Dual HDMI Inputs & Plasma +1 Technology. Customers on Amazon gave it 4.4/5 stars.

We also still have the Sony 48-inch 1080p Smart HDTV w/ PlayStation Now (refurb) for a low $400 shipped (orig. $650)


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Incipio NGP impact-resistant iPhone 6 case in black $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $20)

Amazon is offering the Incipio NGP case for iPhone 6 in black for $9.05 with free Prime shipping (free trial) or on orders of $35 or more. That’s less than 50% off the regular listing, the best price we can find by more than $8 due to extra shipping costs, and the lowest we’ve seen.

Features:

  • Flex2O polymer button coverage provides tactile volume rocker protection while keeping dust out
  • Flexible wraparound design for an easy, user-friendly installation and case removal
  • Pliable Flex2O polymer material provides excellent shock absorption without stretching, tearing, or fading over time

This model has received a 4.5/5 star rating from nearly 200 Amazon customers.

If you’re looking for even lower priced option, here’s a thin iPhone 6/Plus clear skin for only $2 shipped. For more iPhone 6/Plus accessories be sure to check out this morning’s Daily Deals and this MFi Apple-Certified retractable Griffin Lighting cable for $10 shipped (orig. $20).

More on the Incipio NGP:

Incipio’s classic NGP® Case features soft shell technology that provides a barrier between your device and everyday wear and tear. This durable case is precision engineered with a translucent, shock absorbing Flex2O™ polymer material that is stretch and tear resistant. The NGP® Case’s smooth exterior is easy to grip and the thin design makes your case feel like part of the phone.

Griffin MFi Apple-Certified retractable Lighting cable $10 shipped (orig. $20)

thePruneDanish (99.5% positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals offers the Griffin MFi Apple-Certified retractable Lighting cable (model GC37871) for $9.99 with free shipping, which is 50% below list and $5 better than its street price.

Retractable cables are super convenient, especially when traveling, as they help keep your cables from becoming a tangled rat’s nest. Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Looking for a standard Lightning cable? The AmazonBasics lineup is our go-to choice.

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Rovio releases new matching puzzle game ‘Jolly Jam’ for iOS and Android

Rovio, creators of the hit game Angry Birds, has announced its latest iOS and Android offering ‘Jolly Jam’. Playing off the popular connect-three matching style of gaming, Jolly Jam has visual cues that will remind gamers of Candy Crush.

This puzzle based game focuses on matching like colors from corner to corner using a drag and highlight style of play. The idea is for users to draw boxes around matching jellies to complete levels with combo attacks and special jellies releasing colorful explosions. With ‘endless’ levels of play, Jolly Jam is highlighted by bright colors and sounds through gameplay.

Jolly Jam is available now for free on iPhone, iPad and Android devices.


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Samsung 50-inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED HDTV $599 shipped (orig. $1,200)

Ritz Cameras (98.6% Positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals offers the Samsung 50-Inch 1080p 120Hz Smart LED TV (UN50H6350) for $599 shipped. That’s less than half the $1,200 release price (spring 2014), the best we’ve seen by $50 and the lowest price we can find.

Features:

  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz (Native); Clear Motion Rate 240 (Effective)
  • Backlight: LED (Edge-Lit)
  • Smart Functionality: Yes
  • Dimensions with stand: 44” x 28.9” x 12.1”
  • Inputs: 4 HDMI, 3 USB, 1 Component, 1 Composite
  • Accessories Included: Univeral Remote Control

This model has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 1,600 Amazon customers. Ritz Cameras is an American based seller with a 98.6% Positive feedback rating from 21,292 total reviewers. If you’re looking for a discounted 4K display, check out yesterday’s VIZIO.

More on the UN50H6350:

Samsung H6350 Smart LED TV

The faster and smarter Samsung H6350 Smart LED TV. An upgraded Smart Hub organizes your content to make finding what you’re looking for easier and more intuitive than ever. This TV is backed by a lightning-fast quad core processor, which reduces lag and accelerates load and smoother navigation.

Clear Motion Rate 240

Enjoy great motion clarity during fast-action moments. CMR uses the frame refresh rate, image processor speed and backlight technology to measure fast action.

Wide Color Enhancer

Witness a wider spectrum of colors. You’ll enjoy enriched colors while watching your favorite movies and shows, even older, non-HD content.

Eco Sensor

The TV adapts picture according to the intensity of the light in the room, measuring the amount of existing light and automatically adjusting the brightness of the image on your TV.

Full Web Browser

Browse the web on your TV. Enjoy everything from online shopping and social media browsing to entertainment news and the latest YouTube hits.

Smart Apps

Enjoy a new world of apps, including streaming TV and movies, sports, social media, interactive games, weather and more. Connect to what you like, 24/7.

Smart Hub

The Smart Hub organizes your entertainment into 5 panels, to help you seamlessly navigate your favorite content.

Ray’s 4.8-inch touch screen Super Remote takes TV watching out of the dark ages

While it seems like every week our living room technology evolves, with new curved and 4K UHDTVs, the remote that controls these new devices seems to have hit a wall. Harmony has long dominated the upper-echelon universal remote world, but its solutions haven’t always been the most intuitive.

The good news is a fresh competitor is set to enter the marketplace, taking design cues from Cupertino while putting a highly-visual user experience first. The Ray Super Remote puts all of your devices, programming and functions into one 4.8-inch display that promises to simplify your home entertainment experience.
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$40 Mac Bundle: Things, ScreenFlow, Typed, Civ, ExpanDrive, Aftershot Pro 2, more

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Today we’ve put together a really impressive bundle of 8 Mac apps including the latest versions of Screenflow and Things (which are $100 and $40 at the Mac App Store by themselves!).

Using the coupon code ULTRAMAC5 at checkout, 9to5 readers can get an extra $5 discount over at Specials.9to5Toys.com to buy the whole bundle for $39.99 – that’s 91% off from the $470 retail price. 

Every app’s latest version is included, none of which has ever been in a bundle before (except AfterShot Pro 2). In fact, 6 of the apps cost more by themselves than the whole bundle does!

Here’s what’s in the goodie bag:

  1. ScreenFlow 5 ($99.99) – The best screen recording tool for Mac. Version 5 was released in October and has never been in a bundle before.
  2. Things 2 ($49) – Award-winning task management app that’s never been in a bundle before.
  3. Civilization: Beyond Earth ($49.99) – The latest in the epic Civilization series.
  4. ExpanDrive 4 ($49.95) – Slick utility app.
  5. ProSoft Data Rescue 4 ($99.99) – Market leader in data recovery. This is the new version 4.
  6. AfterShot Pro 2 ($79.95) – A very solid photo editor, and the only app included that’s been in a bundle before.
  7. Typed ($24.95) – A new text editor that has gotten a lot of hype and acclaim out the gate.
  8. Snapselect ($24.99) – Handy new photo app from MacPhun.

In all, the value is almost $470, and with the coupon code “ULTRAMAC5” 9to5 readers can grab it for $39.99 (91% off). This one will go really quick.

Staples/Best Buy/Walmart iPad deal roundup: iPad mini $200, iPad Air $339, iPad Air 2 $424, more

A couple retailers are slashing prices on a slew of iPad models. There is truly an option for everyone’s budget. Jump into each link to scope out which colors are available.

Use your savings to buy our favorite iPad mini charging dock or a super long 10 ft. Lightning cable so you can use your iPad before going to sleep without hanging over the side of the bed while it charges.

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iTunes Free App of the Week: Dr. Panda’s Restaurant 2 ($2.99 value)

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Apple has chosen Dr. Panda’s Restaurant 2 as its Free App this week. Regularly listed at $2.99, you can now download the “Best kids app in more than 50 countries” for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch for free. This is the first time the game has gone free since it released on the App Store, where it has garnered a 4.5 star rating from over 500 reviewers.

Head below for more details and some gameplay footage:
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Dell UltraSharp 24-inch Widescreen LED LCD Monitor $210 shipped (orig. $350)

One of Newegg’s Shell Shocker Deals of the Day is the Dell UltraSharp U2414H 23.8″ LED LCD Monitor for only $209.99 shipped. That’s $140 off the list price, $40 less than Amazon, and the lowest we could find.

The optimum resolution for this monitor is 1920 x 1080 at 60Hz and it has an HDMI, DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, and USB connections.

Amazon shoppers gave it 4.3/5 star reviews.
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Apple iPad Air 16GB LTE (refurb): $300 shipped (orig. $629)

Update (2/11 3:15pm): OOS But  A4C Has the iPad Air 16GB with LTE for $299.99 shipped, an all time low

Quick Ship Electronics (99.3% rated seller) via eBay Daily Deals offers an open-box Apple iPad Air 32GB Wi-Fi in silver for $289.99 with free shipping. When it was originally released in 2013 it carried a list price of $599, but Apple is currently charging $389 for refurbished units.

The sellers detailed description of the iPad’s condition: “This item shows virtually no signs of use. It includes the original package (which may be lightly distressed) and the original OEM accessories. We include a free 1 year warranty with every item we sell.” Clearly it’s not brand new, but it’s $99 below Apple’s refurb. price, which we think that makes up for it not being factory fresh.


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Olympus and Samsung queue up new cameras and accessories for the Spring

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Olympus has announced a new smartphone lens that is a direct competitor to the Sony QX-series. The ‘Air’ has a 16MP sensor with Four Thirds capabilities as well as a shutter release button and microSD slot. It is powered by a lithium-ion battery and packs an autofocus system with 81-points of reference. It mounts directly to your smartphone adding greater zoom capabilities to your device. The Air communicates with your smartphone via WiFi and with its open-source API, it will be available in early March within Japan for ¥33,800 or roughly about $289, availability elsewhere is currently unknown.

As we head through February and into the Spring months, we will be seeing three new camera models from Olympus and Samsung. While they all offer different feature sets, these cameras continue to bring more pro-style attributes to the hobbyist photographer. Each one represents a different phase of photography ability dependent upon the needs of the shooter. While there have been many cameras announced by these companies we found the following to be of most interest.


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iTunes Free App of the Week: Angry Birds Seasons (up to $2.99 value)

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Apple has selected Angry Birds Seasons (and Angry Birds Season HD) as the Free App of the Week. Typically going for up to $2.99, you can now download both the iPhone and iPad version for free. Outside of a one-time freebie sale sometime ago, this is the only other time both titles have gone free for iOS. Both versions of the app combined have received a 4+ star rating from over 300,000 reviewers

As mentioned in this morning’s game/app roundup, Rovio recently updated the game with 15 new NBA All Star levels, 1 new golden egg level and more. Head below for more details and gameplay footage:
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Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack (Updated to include 3 Months of Dropbox Pro FREE)

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Some of you may have heard about the Productivity Pack that launched last week – it’s a bundle on the Pro or Premium versions of some of the top web services around – Evernote, Pocket, Wunderlist & LastPass. Now, we’re excited to announce that you can buy the Productivity Pack for the same price – $59.99 (67% off) – through 9to5specials. Here’s the best part – we’ve just added a 3-month subscription to Dropbox Pro to the bundle, without increasing the price. You also get a bonus 8 week subscription to NYTimes Digital. Enjoy =)

Here’s what’s included:

  • 1 Year of Pocket Premium
  • 1 Year of Wunderlist Pro
  • 1 Year of Evernote Premium
  • 1 Year of LastPass Premium
  • Dropbox Pro: 3-Month Trial
  • Bonus: 8 Week Subscription to NYTimes Digital

If you already have a premium or pro subscription for an of these services, you can still take advantage of this bundle! Your additional year will take effect once your current paid period has ended. Also, you will be able to re-subscribe for each service separately, as you wish.

Click Here To Get 67% Off The Productivity Pack – $59.99

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Headphones: JBL J55i on-ears $30 shipped (orig. $100), Bose SoundTrue in-ears 10% off, more

Update (2/4 11:10am): You’ll also find the same deal (both colors) matched on Newegg’s official eBay page

Newegg is offering the JBL J55i High-Performance On-Ear Headphones with JBL Drivers, Rotatable Ear-Cups and Microphone in black or orange/white for $29.99 shipped. That’s $70 under the original listing, $7 better than Amazon, matching the lowest we’ve seen and the best price we can find.

Features:

  • Premium JBL drivers deliver incredible detail and low-end response
  • Exciting JBL design with premium finish
  • Rotating, 180-degree DJ pivot mechanism so you can keep one ear on your audio and one ear on external sounds or conversations
  • Apple three-button remote with built-in microphone lets you control your iPod or iPhone
  • Padded carry pouch protects the headphones when on the go

They have received a 3.8/5 star rating from 80 Amazon customers.

We also spotted the Bose SoundTrue In-Ear Headphones (multiple colors) get a 10% price drop across most major retailers including Amazon, Newegg, Best Buy and more. Available for $89.95 shipped (Reg. $100) and rated 4.4/5 stars from 600 Amazon customers.

You’ll also find deals still live on the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Over-Ear Headphones in black for $129 shipped (Reg. $169) and the Sennheiser PXC 250-II Noise Cancelling Headphones in black for $80 shipped (orig. $200)

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Jackery Leaf Premium iPhone 5/5S Charger Case $30 Prime shipped (orig. $100)

Amazon is offering the Jackery Leaf Premium iPhone 5S Charger Case for $39.95. When you enter the coupon: KRY9AHSP the price drops to only $29.96 Prime shipped. That’s $90 off the original list price and the lowest we can find.

The case is certified by Apple (MFi) and has a 3-color LED charging status indicator with 4 layers of smart safety protection circuit. It has a compact, portable & stylish design and adds 100% extra battery life.

Amazon customers gave it 4.2/5 stars and left excellent reviews.
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Slow Shutter! is now available for free inside the Apple Store iPhone app (Reg. $1.99)

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Designed to help mobile photographers take higher quality long-exposure and moving object shots, Slow Shutter! for iOS is now available for free inside the Apple Store app for iPhone (US only). While we have have seen the app listed as free a few times in the past, it typically goes for $1.99.

Do not navigate to the Slow Shutter! listing on the App Store, head below for instructions on how to redeem your freebie:
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Dynex 40-inch 1080p LED HDTV: $210 shipped (Reg. $300)


Best Buy offers its exclusive Dynex 40-inch 1080p LED HDTV (model DX-40D510NA15) for $209.99 with free shipping, which is 30% below its regular price of $300. This is one of the lowest priciest we’ve ever seen on any 40-inch HDTV.

It’s a solid barebones option for your basement, office, or bedroom. Rated 3.4 out of 5 stars from Best Buy reviewers.

Features include:

39-1/2″ screen (measured diagonally from corner to corner)
A good size for a living room, or if you want a larger bedroom TV.

LED displays perform well in all lighting conditions
They also deliver plasma-like deep blacks and rich colors.

1080p resolution for quality HD images
Watch broadcast TV and DVDs in high definition.

60Hz refresh rate
Images refresh 60 times per second for basic performance during fast-motion scenes.

2 HDMI inputs for the best home theater connection
High-speed HDMI delivers a full 1080p picture and digital surround sound in one convenient cable. HDMI cable not included.

USB input
Easily connect your digital camera, camcorder or other USB device, so you can view photos.

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iOttie Easy Flex 3 Car Mount for iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy, more $13 shipped (Reg. $25)

BuyDig offers the iOttie Easy Flex 3 for iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy and other smartphones in a variety of colors for $13.50 shipped. This is within a dollar of our previous mention, within $2.50 of the all-time low, $5 less than Amazon and the lowest that we can currently find it. This iPhone 6 car mount is currently rated 4.5/5 stars by 659 customers.

Features:

  • “Easy” one touch mounting system locks the device with just a push of a finger
  • Small and compact sized design to mount with ease while offering a 360 degree rotation for optimal viewing of your device at any angle
  • Fits mobile devices 2.1 inches to 3.1 inches wide
  • Super sticky gel pad can be restored to its mint condition by rinsing it with warm water and allowing it to air dry
  • Foam grips on arms to ensure protection while offering a no-slip hold

HDTVs bundled w/Dell eGift Cards: LG 55″+$150GC: $599, Samsung 40″+$125GC: $448 shipped, more

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Dell Home has the LG 55″ 120Hz 1080p LED-Backlit LCD HDTV with a bonus $150 Dell eGift Card for $599 shipped. Factoring in the value of the gift card, that’s $150 less than Amazon’s current listing and the lowest we’ve seen. It features full HD 1080p viewing, 120Hz refresh rate, USB, and two HDMI inputs. Amazon customers gave the HDTV 4.4/5 stars and left great reviews.

Dell Home also has the Samsung 40″ 1080p WiFi LED-Backlit LCD Smart HD Television with a Dell $125 eGift Card for only $447.99 shipped. If you factor in the gift card, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $25. It has a native resolution of 1080p, WiFi, USB, and two HDMI inputs. It received 4.3/5 stars from Amazon customers.

Add some killer sound to your new HDTV with these Sound Bar deals from Amazon:

  • VIZIO S5430W-C2 54-Inch 3.0 Soundbar: $298 – $130 discount for Prime members = $168 shipped (Reg. $300)must select Amazon as seller
  • Yamaha YAS-203 Sound Bar with Bluetooth and Wireless Subwoofer: $299.95 (Reg. $400)


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Apple 3TB AirPort Time Capsule (newest version) w/ 802.11ac Wi-Fi: $349 shipped (13% off)

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Amazon offers Apple’s baddest AirPort Time Capsule, the 3TB version, for just $349 shipped. That’s $50 below retail (or 13%) and the best deal we’ve seen. Apple’s high-end networking solutions aren’t discounted too often, so if you’ve been eyeing one now would be the time to strike. As a further pricing comparison, Apple sells a refurbished model for only $10 less. B&H and BuyDig are also currently running the same deal.

Apple’s Time Capsule is a jack of all trades. It acts as a 802.11ac wireless router, wireless backup solution, and can share USB peripherals like an external hard drive or printer. The 2TB is also on sale for $277.99 (Reg. $299).

Throw a 5TB Seagate USB 3 Hard Drive in your cart for $139.99 and you’ll have a total of 8TB of backup and server space or at least another 5TB backup.

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The best student discounts: save at Apple, Best Buy, J.Crew and dozens of other national retailers

Life as a student can be a struggle, from trying to keep up with your classes to working at a part-time job. Don’t forget about your girlfriend or those student loans weighing over your head as well. The good news: we’re here to help put a couple bucks back in your pocket so you don’t have to settle for cheap beer this weekend…

9to5Toys has scoured the internet looking for some of the best discounts available to students and rounded them up. Below we’ve got details on potential savings at Apple, Amazon, Eddie Bauer, J. Crew and more. You probably had no idea that you’ve been missing out on those discounted burritos.


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Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro w/ Retina display (newest version) 2.8GHz/8GB/512GB: $1,599 ($200 off)

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Amazon offers the Apple 13″ MacBook Pro w/ Retina display (model MGX92LL/A) 2.8GHz/8GB/512GB for $1,599 with free shipping, which is $200 off list. B&H also has it for the same price and only charges sales tax at the time of purchase for buyers in NY. However, Amazon offers Prime benefits and charges sales tax at purchase for a limited number of states, so be sure to weigh both options when making your purchase.

This is Apple’s top of the line standard configuration 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display.

If you’re looking for an Air, then head to this post to save $199 on a current generation 13-inch model.

Continue on for a full breakdown of its tech specs…
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Belkin QODE Ultimate Wireless Keyboard Case for iPad Air in black $70 shipped (Reg. $130)

Amazon is offering the Belkin QODE Ultimate Wireless Keyboard and Case for iPad Air (Black) for $69.99 shipped. That’s around $50 under the original listing, $13 under the next best price from a trusted retailer and the best price we can find.

Features:

  • Convert your iPad Air into what feels like a full functioning laptop
  • Three neodymium magnets keep the iPad Air securely in place and automatically turn the keyboard on and off, so that the keyboard is only on when you’re using it.
  • Light and slim – a mere .75 inches thick
  • Strong and sturdy, crafted from aircraft grade aluminum
  • Fully protects iPad when closed
  • Extended battery life. 280mAh battery provides 1900-hour active battery life / 4300-hour standby battery life
  • Keyboard folds out of the way for comfortable reading and viewing
  • Precise positioning system with neodymium magnets hold your iPad securely at variety of comfortable angles

This keyboard case has received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 620 Amazon customers. For those in the market for an iPad Air, Apple’s refurbished store is a great place to start for discounts on products that are certified refurbished and come with 1 year warranty from Apple.

More on the Belkin QODE Ultimate:

Turn your iPad Air into a laptop with the Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case. The well-spaced keys offer the movement and response of a laptop keyboard, making emails and word processing far easier and more comfortable than typing on a tablet’s touchscreen. Smart sensing technology automatically turns the keyboard on when you need to use it, and off when you don’t. The case supports multiple viewing angles to help you find the most comfortable position for watching videos or reading blogs. Made of aircraft grade aluminum, the lightweight keyboard acts as a cover offering exceptional protection for your iPad Air while the case prevents it from being scratched.

Type Comfortably on your iPad Air

The Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad Air lets you type easily and comfortably with your tablet. This lightweight, sturdy keyboard case has well-spaced TruType keys that offer the movement and response of a laptop keyboard. You’ll type faster and more accurately than you do on your iPad Air’s touchscreen alone.

The keyboard folds away when you don’t need it and strong neodymium magnets hold your tablet securely at a variety of comfortable angles, so you can comfortably watch videos or browse the internet.

Aluminum Alloy Keyboard Protects Your iPad Air

The keyboard’s base is made of aircraft-grade aluminum alloy. It’s exceptionally lightweight but strong enough to provide hard-shell protection for your iPad Air’s screen when the case is closed. Its base is thinner than the iPad Air, so it keeps your tablet portable and easy to slip into a bag or purse.

Additionally, the case’s high-performance material protects the back of your iPad Air and doubles as a stand, adding function without compromising the case’s ultra-thin profile.

Smart Sensing Technology Saves Battery Life

This keyboard uses smart sensing technology that automatically turns on your keyboard when you need it, and powers it down when you don’t.

The keyboard’s battery provides 264 hours of active use and 4,300 hours of standby time.

Compatibility Information

The Belkin QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case is compatible with the iPad Air.

What’s in the Box

Keyboard case, USB-to-micro-USB charging cable, and quick installation guide.

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iPhone 6/Plus Ultra Thin TPU Clear Skin Cases (variety of colors) $2 shipped

Dazzle Games via eBay Daily Deals offers the iPhone 6/Plus Ultra Thin TPU Clear Skin case (multiple colors) for $1.99 shipped. This is the lowest price that we can currently find for this style of case by $3-4. Buy with confidence, Dazzle Game has a 98.3% positive rating from nearly 30,000 customers, they are a United States based seller with faster delivery than the overseas sellers we typically see.

Features:

  • Made from clear German Bayer thermoplastic
  • Longer life and higher durability than silicone cases
  • Designed with easy access to ports and buttons

For more ultra thin iPhone 6 Plus cases head over to our roundup of the best options out there.

 

iTunes Free App of the Week – Shades: A Simple Puzzle Game ($1.99 value)

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This week’s free app courtesy of the App Store is Shades: A Simple Puzzle Game. The puzzler is regularly listed at $1.99 and is now available to download for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Outside of a 3 day sale back in October of 2014, this is the only other time we have seen the game go free.

Head below for more details and gameplay footage:
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Speck CandyShell Grip iPad mini Case (multiple colors) $10 shipped (orig. $45)

Tanga offers the Speck CandyShell Grip iPad mini Case in multiple colors for $9.99 shipped. This is a savings of $35 off the original price and the lowest that we can currently find it. This case is rated 4.8/5 stars by 74 Amazon customersNote: this case is designed for the 1st generation iPad mini, it will fit the 2nd and 3rd generation Retina models but will cover one of the microphones.

The Speck CandyShell Grip iPad mini Case features a hard shell design with raised rubber grips and button covers plus a dual-layer design. Our own Jeremy Horwitz found it to be a solid option for protecting the iPad mini:

Overall, CandyShell and CandyShell Grip for the iPad mini are equally worthy of our high recommendation and A- rating. While there are some tweaks that would make them even better, they’re amongst the very best playthrough-style cases on the market today, and very difficult to fault on quality or overall design.

Apple 11.6-inch MacBook Air (mid 2013) 1.3GHz/4GB/256GB: $849 shipped (orig. $1,099)

B&H offers Mid-2013 11.6-inch Apple MacBook Air (model MD712LL/A) for $849 with free shipping. As a pricing comparison, it originally sold for $1,099 and Apple is currently charging $869 for it in refurbished condition. Whats more, B&H only charges sales tax at the time of purchase for buyers in New York.

Use your savings to pickup AppleCare at the discounted price of $174 (Reg. $249) and put your new MacBook Air on the beautiful stand it deserves (also on sale).

Full specs are as follows:
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Small States: Paper by FiftyThree pursues the new digital American Dream, multiple giveaways

Update (1/24 9:00am): @ericmata75 is our winner, thank you to everyone for entering our giveaway!

The story goes, as told by co-founder Andrew Allen, that Paper by FiftyThree started out of a love for analog products. That four Microsoft colleagues turned friends with the resources of a Fortune 500 company found a greater passion in a pencil, scissors…and paper. Often Andew, Georg Petschnigg, Jonathan Harris and Julian Walker would sit down and discuss their ideas, talking about possibilities that bounced around in their heads. These brainstorming sessions would always be recorded on a scrap, or coffee filter, napkin or Moleskin, notably they weren’t writing in Word or the like – they were writing everything out.

The feeling of analog products, the feel of cutting paper or dragging a pencil across paper. How do they bring that feeling to a digital world? It was at that point, they bunkered down in a 5th floor New York apartment and set out to re-imagine digital design. They set out to make Paper.

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The iMacompanion is the front USB Port your iMac deserves

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Update (1/23 11:46am): the discount code available in this post has now expired.

If you are an iMac user you like nice things. Reaching around to the back of your iMac every time you want to plug in a USB object is not nice. Sure there are options out there. You could drop $15 on a wrap around cord or buy a nice aluminum USB 3 hub (this nice Satechi 7 port is $40 or Powered Anker is $44 or many others have existed for awhile).

If you want something that looks like it came from Apple however, check out the iMacompanion. It is a single USB 3 port that carries the power and speed of the iMac’s USB 3 (also USB 2 compatible for older models) to the base of your iMac. It has a flat USB cord that will snake under your iMac and to the back USB port. All the instructions you need are in the following graphic and a 15% off offer follows:

The big thing here is the quality: the housing is 100% aluminum and it is designed to fit perfectly onto your iMac. Wiplabs is giving 9to5Toys readers a 15% discount when bought through Amazon using code 9to5Toys at checkout which knocks it down to $34 with $4.50 shipping (offer is good for a week)

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iTunes Free App of the Week: Marvel Pinball ($1 value)

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The free app of the week courtesy of Apple is Marvel Pinball. The Zen Studios developed pinball game is regularly listed at $1, and can now be downloaded for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This is the only time we have seen the game go free outside of a week sale this past summer. It has received a 3.5 star rating from over 850 users.

Head below for more details:


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Apple iPad Smart Covers for iPad 2/3/4: Polyurethane $8 (orig. $39) Leather $15 (orig. $70)

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Update (1/15 10:30am): Best Stop Deals via eBay Daily Deals also has the Apple iPad Polyurethane Smart Covers for iPad 2/3/4 starting at $7.99 shippedNote: these will ship in bulk packaging.

Best Stop Deals via eBay Daily Deals offers the Apple iPad Leather Smart Cover for iPad 2/3/4 in a variety of colors for $14.99 shipped. A few specific notes on this deal: the Navy colored model is currently excluded from this pricing and these items will be shipped in bulk-packaging. Amazon has a variety of colors available as well for a few dollars more, the cream version is less expensive with Prime shipping (free trial). These are the best prices that we can currently find from a trusted retailer.

Typically we see these types of close-out pricing on the polyurethane version of the Smart Cover, so it is of particular note to see the leather cover. We’ve covered Apple products from Best Stop Deals in the past, they have a positive seller rating of 98.5% from over 72,000 customers.

These Smart Covers are designed to protect the front of your iPad screen, while doubling as a stand as well when rolled back. They magnetically cling to the side of the iPad, while the cover itself utilizes magnets within the device to snap shut when closing. Note that these smart covers are designed for iPad 2/3/4.

While they do make great window displays, they are not magical as they might seem.

Apple-certified MFi 3.3ft Lightning USB Cable: $8, 5 ft: $7 Prime shipped

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Update: We found a lower price on MFi Lightning cables:  Tecknet MFi 3.3 ft Lightning cable for $6.97 Prime shipped at Amazon.  A better deal is the same $6.97 price for the 1.5M version.

Amazon has the MFi Certified Aukey Lightning to USB Cable (3.3ft / 1m) for $9.99. When you enter the coupon code HE7YOXF4 at checkout, the total drops to only $7.99 Prime shipped. That’s about the lowest you can get for one of these cables certified by Apple (which charges more than double for their Lightning cables). Don’t have Prime? Get it for free for a month. Otherwise make sure to pad your order to $35 to avoid shipping (buy 5!).

Need a little more pipe? Check out this combo MicroUSB/Lightning, heavy duty 6 foot cable for $21 shipped 


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MacHeist Mac app bundle: Parallels Access, CodeKit, Speedy and more $15 ($239 value)

MacHeist, known for its discounted Mac app bundles, is offering $239 worth of software for $14.99 right now.

While there are a few notable apps in the bundle, including Little Snitch which will unlock for all purchasers if a certain number of bundles are sold, the stand out from the bunch is a one year Parallels Access subscription. It allows for “24/7 access to your Mac or PC from any iOS or Android device,” and is regular $20 on it’s own. For more info on Parallels Access head over to the official site. MacHeist will also be donating 10% of your purchase to the charity of your choice.

Other apps in the bundle include Default Folder X (Reg. $35), VirusBarrier (Reg. $40), uBar (Reg. $20), Speedy (Reg. $20), TotalFinder (Reg. $18), CodeKit (Reg, $32) and more.

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When Apple created the Mac App Store, the idea was that a central repository to find and publish apps would benefit both the Mac users and developers. Several years since then, it’s become clear that it benefits neither.

Not only are demos a thing of the past for any app looking to publish on the Mac App Store, but updates that are sometimes critical are delayed by a broken and inconsistent review process. Those two issues are bad, but combined with the fact that independently developed apps have to follow a much stricter set of rules than Apple’s own apps, it’s clear that the only party benefiting from this is Apple.

In protest of this incredibly unfair arrangement, we’ve put together a bundle of 9 incredible apps that can’t be found on the Mac App Store, for just $14.99!

Get 78% Off The 10-For-10 Mac Bundle – 10 Apps For $10

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StackSocial has a new mac bundle that just launched on 9to5Specials – the 10-For-$10 Mac App Bundle. For $10 (down from $46), you’ll get 10 utility apps from FIPLAB like Disk Map And NotesTab Pro, and more. This is the first time these apps have EVER been offered outside of the Mac App Store. The full list of apps is below:

  • Disk Map ($4.99) – Visual roadmap of all your apps and files
  • MenuTab Pro ($1.99) – Access your Facebook w/out opening a browser
  • NotesTab Pro ($4.99) – Safely store & access your notes
  • CopyClip 2 ($4.99) – Clipboard made for easy management & use
  • Privacy Protector ($4.99) – Protect your data
  • Share Bucket ($4.99) – Simple file sharing + screenshots & annotation
  • StatsBar ($3.99) – Monitor your Mac’s performance efficiency
  • StockTab ($4.99) – Easily monitor your investments
  • Alerts for Gmail ($4.99) – Real-time email alerts on your menu bar
  • InstaReel for Instagram ($4.99) – Browse Instagram w/out opening a browser

Interested? Get the bundle here.

Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro w/ Retina display 2.4GHz/4GB/128GB $1,000 w/ MIR (Reg. $1,300)

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MacMall offers the Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display (ME864LL/A) 2.4GHz/4GB/128GB for $999.99 shipped after mail-in rebate. Instructions and rebate information can be found here. This is a savings of $300 off the regular price and the lowest that we can currently find it. Also, keep in mind that MacMall only charges tax at the time of purchase for buyers in nine states (CA, CO, GA, IL, MN, NC, NY, TN, and WI).

It features a 2.4GHz Haswell dual-core Intel Core i5 processor and a Retina display, LED-backlit with IPS technology, an Intel Iris Graphics; 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking and up to 9 hours of battery life.


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The Apple featured Waterlogue auto water painter is now available for free inside the Apple Store app (Reg. $2.99)

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Update (1/2 3:20pm): We have updated the post with some additional info and a screenshot to hopefully help anyone who is still confused on how to redeem the freebie. You’ll find step-by-step instructions below.

Waterlogue was recently highlighted in Apple’s new “Start Something New.” page, which celebrates fantastic works of art done with iOS and Mac. Today, you can pickup the unique, auto water color paint app at its lowest price ever.

Regularly listed at $2.99 (sometimes as high as $3.99), you can download Waterlogue for free inside the Apple Store app right now. Download and install the free Apple Store app, scroll down to the featured “Stores” tab once inside, and you’ll see the free download available. As per usual, this freebie is only available to those in the US and via the free Apple Store iPhone app. Some users outside the US have reported that by disabling location data, the freebie comes available.

Your portable watercolor camera. With a variety of presets and a few key settings, you have the power to quickly and easily capture the spirit of your subject.

Head below for more details and to see what Waterlogue can do:


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HDTVs: LG 60-inch 1080p 600Hz Plasma TV $499 (orig. $799), Samsung 65-inch Class LED HDTV $975 (orig. $1,200)

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Update 12/29 3:40PM: The coupon for the LG TV has expired.

However, if you’re still in the market for a 60-inch Smart HDTV, Amazon has this Vizio for a low $799.88 shipped.

BuyDig has the LG 60-Inch 1080p 600Hz Plasma HDTV for only $499.99 shipped when you enter the code: POSTHOLIDAY at checkout. That’s $300 off the list price and the lowest we could find.

 

PC Richard and Son has the Samsung 65″ Class LED HDTV for a low $974.97 shipped. That’s $225 less than Amazon and the lowest price we’ve seen.

This HDTV has a 120Hz refresh rate, 1080p HD video, 2 HDMI inputs and it has smart features.


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Samsung readies 34-inch 21:9 curved monitor

Samsung has announced the latest addition to its line of desktop displays with the SE790C extra-wide curved 34-inch monitor. This follows up the 27-inch SD590C from September that started Samsung’s curved monitor endeavors. The 21:9 aspect ratio is able to handle a resolution of up to 3,440×1,4000 with a pixel density of roughly 110, which surpasses 1080p and compares favorably to the 34-inch LG UM95.

The SE790C is built for an “immersive and comfortable viewing experience” that also focuses on multi-tasking while maximizing the monstrous 34-inch display. Samsung claims that “all curves are not created equally”,  touting a curve that aligns with the natural shape on a human eye ball. This allows for equal-distant viewing for peripheral vision as well which Samsung says makes it easier to see more of the screen at once.

Samsung is packing features that we’d expect to see in a flagship display offering, such as picture-in-picture, USB 3.0 and HDMI inputs. Pricing has not yet been announced, but we expect to see a follow-up with more information at CES in January where we’ll have a full team on site.

Samsung Electronics Introduces SE790C Curved Monitor for the Ultimate in Immersive and Comfortable Viewing

Samsung Electronics introduces its newest and most advanced curved monitor, model SE790C, delivering an enhanced immersive and comfortable viewing experience for multi-media entertainment and multi-tasking. Alongside an optimized curvature design, ultra-wide quad high definition (ULTRA-WQHD) resolution and a superior contrast ratio, the new 34-inch curved monitor SE790C offers enhanced productivity and entertainment functionality within a sophisticated and ergonomic design.

“All curves are not created equal. Samsung’s SE790C offers an industry-leading and award-winning curvature for a truly immersive, comfortable and differentiating viewing experience,” said Seoggi Kim, Senior Vice President, Visual Display Business, Samsung Electronics. “Combined with superior picture quality, productivity and entertainment-enhancing technology features, and design sophistication, our latest curved monitor delivers on our brand promise to push the limits of what display solutions and innovative technology can deliver.”

Immersive and Comfortable Viewing Experience

The innovative 3000R(curvature radius of 3,000mm) design of the SE790C provides a noticeably different viewing experience from traditional flat screen monitors and competitive curved monitors. Unlike flat screen monitors where the viewing distance differs from the center of the screen to the edges, the screen edges of the SE790C more closely match the natural curve of a viewer’s eyes.  As a result, the SE790C creates a distortion-free viewing experience with less eye strain and enhanced comfort for viewer.

In fact, the curved monitor’s superior eye comfort has been validated by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organization. The rigorous certification process involved an evaluation of the monitor’s color presentation, color uniformity, viewing angle, and curved space and flicker-free operation.

An edge-to-edge curve also enables panoramic-like viewing, creating a wider and fuller field of view, and a more immersive visual experience. The monitor’s optimal curved design creates a high 3D-like effect ratio that makes the screen seem larger than a flat screen of the same size. This 3D-like effect increases when depth becomes larger or the viewing distance becomes closer.

Vibrant Picture Quality

To ensure multi-media content can be enjoyed with the finest picture quality, clarity and intensity it deserves, the Samsung SE790C features a 21:9 aspect ratio and ULTRA-WQHD resolution of 3,440 by 1,440 pixels to deliver stunning picture quality.

Complemented by a wide viewing angle, the monitor’s best-in-class static contrast ratio of 3,000:1 and 300 cd/m2 typical brightness result in dynamic lighting and shading for lifelike pictures with deeper blacks, vivid colors and sharper detail. The extra-wide viewing angle of 178 degrees horizontally and vertically optimizes the viewing experience from any position and minimizes picture distortion.

Optimized for Productivity and Entertainment

An array of features take multi-tasking, gaming and movie watching to the next level. The SE790C comes equipped with Picture-by-Picture (PbP) and Picture-in-Picture (PiP) 2.0 functions for enhanced work efficiency. PbP allows users to easily connect two devices, such as a desktop, laptop, gaming device (Xbox, PlayStation, etc.) or Set-Top Box (STB), and view both simultaneously on the monitor without compromising screen real-estate. PiP 2.0 enables multi-tasking without the need to downscale content. The monitor also is equipped with four USB 3.0 super-charging ports to eliminate the need for a docking station and maintain 24/7 connectivity for all your devices.

The SE790C also offers a variety of entertainment-enhancing capabilities, including a unique game mode, high-quality stereo sound and fast response time. Using the game mode, the curved monitor intelligently detects changes in scenes by correcting blurry images, enhancing colors and altering contrast for improved visibility of in-game action. The monitor’s embedded 7-watt dual stereo speakers also deliver a high-quality stereo sound and a richer experience, while a response time of four milliseconds ensures gamers see even the fastest on-screen action clearly and smoothly without motion blur or ghosting.

Premium and Ergonomic Design

Constructed from sophisticated metallic materials, the SE790C is designed with a clean and understated look that ensures nothing distracts viewers from the curved screen. The elegantly curved T-shaped, height-adjustable stand (HAS) and clean back with hidden VESA bracket support work together to enhance the monitor’s sophisticated and ergonomic design to maximize productivity and comfort.

* All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Jared’s gift guide: The best media streamers to give for the holidays

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Long gone are the days of a traditional movie renting experience. No longer do we have to travel for miles in the snow just to pick up a rental for movie night. Today we can scroll through the newest releases and watch them without leaving the couch. But if you’re like me, you still have people on your gift list stuck in the 1990’s, who are in desperate need of a digital wake up call.

Below, I have my favorite media streamers you still have time to give to people on your list.


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Apple Smart Cover for iPad mini & iPad mini 2nd Gen $17 shipped

eBay has the Apple Smart Cover for iPad mini & iPad mini 2nd gen (in bulk packaging) for only $16.99 shipped. That’s $22 off the regular price and the current lowest we could find. We saw them for $1 less at Best Buy at the beginning of this month for in-store pickup.

Snap the Smart Cover into place and it wakes up, stands up, and brightens up your iPad mini. It magnetically aligns for a perfect fit. It wakes and sleeps your iPad Mini on open and close. It’s a handy stand for reading, watching, and typing. And it’s a way to make your iPad Mini as personal on the outside as it is on the inside.
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iTunes Free App of the Week: Brushstroke ($2.99 value)

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This week’s free app from Apple is Brushstroke. Designed to transform your photos into “paintings in one touch,” you can download the app for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Releasing back in March of this year for $2.99, the lowest we had seen the app go previously was $1 for about a week in April.

Head below for more details on what Brushstroke can do:


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9to5 Guide: The best iPad stands, docks, and cases with built-in stands

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iPads need stands. Whether you’re watching videos, long-form typing, or making FaceTime calls, it’s a chore to hold the iPad upright for extended blocks of time. To address that need, Apple launched the first iPad with regular and keyboard docks, but quickly gave up on them in favor of simpler folding lids called Smart Covers.

If you’re looking for an iPad stand or dock, you can do better than that. We know because we’ve tested lots of options for Apple’s tablets. Following up on our guide to iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus docks, we’re looking today at the very best of what’s out there for every iPad, covering four broad categories: simple portable stands, simple desktop stands, cases with integrated stands, and charging docks.
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VIZIO 65-Inch 1080p 240Hz Smart LED HDTV: $1,000 shipped (Reg. $1,500)

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Update (12/ 18 8:40am): Now backordered at Amazon, but still available from Best Buy.

Amazon offers the VIZIO 65-Inch 1080p 240Hz Smart LED HDTV (model M652i-B2) for $999.99 with free scheduled delivery. Prime members will save an additional $10. This 2014 VIZIO M-Series HDTV carries a list price of $1,500, but generally sells for around $1,300. Today’s price matches Black Friday as the best price we’ve ever seen.

You can find similarly sized HDTVs for less, but they won’t match the picture quality this model puts out. Also available from Best Buy. Over 500 Amazon reviewers rate it 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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Walmart readies the best iPhone 6/Plus discounts since Black Friday

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Walmart is making a push to bolster iPhone sales and get more shoppers in its store during the final lead up to Christmas. Starting this Saturday and running for an entire month, Walmart will knock $70 off the 16GB iPhone 6 and 6 Plus contract prices, and $50 off the 16GB 5s, according to BGR. Sam’s Club, the members-only warehouse store, will have the same deal as Walmart but $2 less.

These are the best price we’ve seen on Apple’s flagship iPhones since Black Friday when Sam’s Club dropped its price below $100.

Today’s report doesn’t make note of discounts for any other models. However, Target is currently including a free $50 gift card with all iPhone 6 capacities.

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