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Kmart has the ZTE Whirl Android 4.3  smartphone (also at Best Buy) for $19.99 with free max shipping or pickup. That’s half off and the lowest price we’ve ever seen for an new Android phone. This one has a 3MP camera and front facing camera for video chatting, GPS and Bluetooth 4.0.

While not a high end phone by any stretch of the imagination, its $20 cost makes it a good backup, great kids “phone” or standalone GPS or other dedicated device.

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Best Buy is discounting a selection of MacBook Air, Retina, and Pro laptop computers.

But the standout of the bunch is the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display (MGXA2LL/A) for $1,799.99, which is a drop of $200. All other retailers are charging at least $100 more. Usually we only see significant discounts on entry-level Air/13-inch Retina Macs, so if you’re looking for more power then this is the deal you’ll want to grab.

Additionally, you can shave another $50 off your final price if you have access to a .edu email address.
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We found the LG (40UB8000) 40″ 4K Ultra HD 120Hz Smart LED TV for a very low $599.99 shipped from Focus Camera. That’s half-off the list price, $300 less than Amazon, and the lowest we’ve ever seen.

This Ultra HDTV can display 4 times the quality of Full HD 1080p. That’s 8.3 million pixels producing incredibly detailed and life-like images. Netflix can stream true 3,840×2,160 4K media via LG’s Smart TV interface or you can utilize LG’s TRU-4K Engine technology for your existing TV, movies and games. TRU-4K uses a multi-step process to examine your content and upscale it from HD to 4K Ultra HD. 

If 4K is still too far in the future for you, we found a few deals on 1080p TVs that will still do the trick. Walmart has the RCA 46″ 1080p 60Hz LED HDTV for only $299.99. That’s $200 off the regular price and the best price we could find for it.

This RCA 46″ LED HDTV lets you experience full HD entertainment from your movies, TV shows and games. It has 2 HDMI connections and it features USB Media Play for viewing photos and listening to music.

Here are some other notable TVs that we saw today:

• SANYO 58″ 1080p 120Hz LED HDTV $499 (Reg. $799) | Walmart
• Panasonic 40″ LED  1080p 120Hz Smart HDTV $379 (Reg. $499) | Best Buy
• Sharp 50″ LED – 1080p HDTV $479.99 (Reg. $599.99) | Best Buy
• Panasonic 50″ 3D Smart LED LCD TV $799.99 (Reg. $1099.99) | Panasonic
• Element 42″ 1080p 60Hz Class LED HDTV $199.99 (Reg. $349.99) | Walmart

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Retailers are striking even earlier this year with their best Black Friday/Holiday deals. Sam’s Club is planning a special Holiday Savings Celebration on Saturday, November 15th. Of course, when we first got our hands on this ad we were smitten with the iPhone 6 deal for $100. So much so, that we overlooked what we think is the best 4K UHDTV sale that has ever come across our deal desks…
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The stream of leaked Black Friday ads are starting to pick up steam now with Sears, Dell, Walmart and others already starting to show their hands. And today we’ve got an early look at Meijer’s Thanksgiving and Black Friday ads. You’ll find everything from discounted Apple products and streaming devices to kitchenware, HDTVs, gaming consoles and more…

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Update (11/6 2:40pm): Amazon has BenQ HT-series HT1075 1080P 2,200 ANSI Lumen 3D Full HD Home Theater Projector for $804.99 shipped (orig. $1,199) – the lowest price we’ve ever seen.

Amazon is offering the Optoma Full 3D 1080p 3000 Lumen DLP Home Theater Projector (HD141X) plus a free $50 Amazon gift card for $599 shipped. Simply follow the above link and add one projector and the Amazon gift card to your cart to redeem the discount. While this particular model can be found for $599 at B&H right now, you won’t find the $50 GC attached. With an effective price of $549, this is the lowest price we can find on this projector.

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Home automation is a big deal. Apple jumped in with HomeKit, Google snatched up Nest/Dropcam, and it seems like every other tech company is making a pass at it.

Not to be left out in the cold, Netgear is looking to dig in deeper with its Arlo home security system. But unlike most of its rivals, Arlo is cordless and isn’t afraid of a little water…
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ViewSonic is mostly known for its affordable desktop monitors and the projector line it has now expanded with the new PLED-W600 and W800 solid state LED projectors. The lightweight, “palm-sized” devices are designed for a wide range of applications from on-the-go business use to home entertainment, but it is the varied third party device connectivity that caught our attention…

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The action camera market is getting even more crowded, veteran of the industry Drift has a new model out called the Stealth 2, a remake of its previous generation camera. We’ve already seen GoPro come out with its new Hero4, which offers a much higher level of quality in both features and video recording. As well, Drift has its own popular Ghost-S model that has a number of technology advancements putting it squarely in the conversation.

Head below to find out how Stealth 2 stacks up against its competition in terms of price, features and more:
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MacMall is offering a number of manufacturer refurbished ViewSonic monitors today starting as low as $94.99 shipped with the 22-inch ViewSonic 1080p LED Backlit LCD Display (VA2246M-LED-REF). That’s $96 under the original price, $45 under Amazon’s new price, the lowest we’ve seen and the best refurbished price out there. You’ll also find the 24-inch model available for $109.99 shipped, which is about $121 under the original listing and again the best refurbished price we have seen.

Both models feature full 1080p HD, a 10M:1 dynamic contrast ratio, DVI and VGA inputs (DVI cable not included) and are VESA mountable (100mm x 100mm). These models have received a 4.3/5 star rating from over 490 customers.

Lastly, MacMall has the manufacturer refurbished 27-inch ViewSonic 1080p LED Monitor (VX2703MH-LED) for $184.99 shipped. That’s $221 under the original listing, $55 better than Amazon’s new price and the lowest total we can find. It features full 1080p HD, up to 40% energy savings with the LED backlight, 10,000,000:1 MEGA dynamic contrast ratio, VGA/HDMI & DVI inputs (with HDCP), and is VESA mountable.

This model has received a 4.4/5 star rating from over 400 Amazon customers. If you need some extra HDMI cables, Amazon’s 6-foot basic option is $2 off right now.

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It’s a familiar story. You forgot your charger at home or the hotel room you just checked out of and now you’re left with a dead iPhone and possibly out $40. ChargerLeash Pro Lightning cable prevents this scenario from happening ever again and even acts as a theft deterrent…
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A leaked sales flyer for Sam’s Club reveals that the wholesale retailer will begin selling the iPhone 6 for as low as $99 with a new two-year service agreement starting November 15th. The upcoming Black Friday promotion will see each iPhone 6 model on sale for $100 off their standard on-contract prices: 16GB ($99), 64GB ($199) and 128GB ($299).
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Daily Steals via eBay Daily Deals offers refurbished Apple Macbook Air 11.6-inch MC505LL/A for $499.99 with free shipping. That’s a match of the sold out deal we featured earlier this month.

Originally released in late 2010 for $999, this MacBook Air features a 1.4GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of RAM, and 64GB flash storage. It’s obviously not the latest technology, but keep in mind it’s a full-featured Mac for the same price as a 16GB iPad Air 2. Great as a secondary computer for travel or as a child’s first laptop. Eligible for a 14-day return policy.

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Size is easily the most talked about attribute of the all-new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. Obviously, the pumped up screens are getting much of the spotlight but their shaved down profiles and perfectly rounded edges are also turning heads.

We spend hundreds of dollars on these sexy new devices just to cover them up with bulky cases. The only other option is to rock your iPhone naked as the day it left Foxconn but then it’s more susceptible to breakage. Wraps and skins protect our devices from abrasions but not drops and quite frankly, are a pain in the neck to install.

However, ultra-thin cases maintain the iPhone’s slender design, while keeping it safe from scratches and everyday drops. Although, it’s important to keep in mind that cases less than 0.70mm thick are so slim that they won’t protect the protruding iSight camera.

If you can’t deal with the stress of going without a case but also don’t want to cover up Jony’s newest creation, then these ultra-thin cases may be the best choice for you…
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Small States features small companies that design and manufacture within the United States. 

What makes a great product? Quality materials. Simple yet functional design. Beautiful craftsmanship. This week, we’ve found a dock that manages to check off everything on the list.

Meet the Spool Dock from Quell & Company. The home for your iPhone and iPad mini that not only looks beautiful, but also functions beautifully.

It is the first dock I’ve used that truly made me want to interact with it. With the Spool Dock it goes beyond charging your phone, it’s an experience.

Hand crafted using home grown wood and wool felt, this dock is capable of more than your average charging station from the Apple Store. It is a well-thought-out design that adjusts for a wide variety of scenarios in a way most cannot.

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Transcend just introduced a new line of portable external drives exclusively for the Mac. The StoreJet series for Mac includes the SJM100 Portable Hard Drive, the SJM300 Portable Hard Drive, and finally the SJM500 Portable Solid State Drive.

They all offer an big storage space and fastdata transfer speeds. Also, all three models are natively formatted in HFS+ and fully support Time Machine, allowing users to simply plug and play.

With advanced Thunderbolt technology, both the SJM300 portable hard drive and SJM500 portable SSD deliver unparalleled interface transfer rates of up to 10 Gb/s. For universal connectivity, both models are also equipped with a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port (SJM500 with UASP support for even higher transfer rates), providing 10 times the bandwidth of USB 2.0.

All models carry Transcend’s three-year limited warranty and are available now from Amazon. Full press release follows:
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News of updated Apple iPad Air Smart Covers and Cases most certainly went unnoticed by many due to the excitement of a 5K iMac and gold iPads. Redesigned Smart Cases shouldn’t be a suprise since iPad Air 2 is 18% thinner, but it was baffling that Smart Covers were also updated since the iPad Air footprint remained untouched.

Well, original iPad owners can rest easy (and save $39), because earlier this evening the folks at iFixit were able to verify that the original iPad Air Smart Cover will indeed work with iPad Air 2.

This is also great news to anyone getting their first iPad Air, because the original Smart Cover can be had at extremely discounted rates since it has been discontinued by Apple. Here are the best places to score a legit one for as much as 50% off:
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iPad Air 2’s thinner design, improved specs, and Touch ID may not be enough of an upgrade to entice iPad Air owners, but there’s little doubt that it’s a gigantic leap forward for iPad 2 users.

If you’re planning to jump into a new iPad Air 2 then you’ll have a few options with what to do with your old iPad: sell it privately, pass it down to a friend or family member, keep it as a backup, or trade it. If you opt to go the trade route, then you’re going to want to check out this special promotion Best Buy is currently running…
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Small States features small companies that design and manufacture within the United States. 

Small States has allowed 9to5Toys to feature a number of quality companies that have made a conscious effort to keep their manufacturing in the United States. Each week we tell the story of a company, sometimes they are larger in size, sometimes not.

This week is a first though, it’s our smallest company yet.

We are excited to tell you about Tinsel and Timber. The husband and wife team creating gorgeous homes for your Apple TV and all the things that you carry around in your pocket each day.

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Update (10/21 11:30am): Prices are fluctuating. Check eBay for latest rates.

Update (10/20 1:15pm): Prices across the board have dropped: 16GB $329.99, 32GB $359.99, 64GB $389.99

Update (10/20 7:45am): coupon code has expired, but $399 for an unlocked iPhone 5 is still a great price.

Apple’s “unofficial” eBay Store is still going strong and the release of iPhone 6 has sparked new price drops on previous generation iPhones.

A factory unlocked manufacturer refurbished iPhone 5 now starts at just $399 and includes a full one year Apple warranty, is repackaged with manual and charger, and has been returned to like-new condition. Furthermore, the “final quality inspection [is performed] by Apple.” Enter redemption code CELL20SAVE during checkout and you’ll save an additional $20 on each model. That drops the price of a 16GB model down to $379 shipped.

As a pricing comparison, Apple is currently charging $450 for an unlocked iPhone 5c (essentially the same phone) with half as much storage. After surveying completed listings on eBay, most pre-owned iPhone 5 units sell for anywhere between $300-$400, but keep in mind those aren’t refurbished by Apple and generally do not include a warranty or any accessories.

Today’s coupon code also drops the 32GB iPhone 5 to $389 and the 64GB iPhone 5 to $399. All of these variations are Apple refurbished, include a one year warranty, and are eligible to be shipped to dozens of different countries:
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Tower Madness 2 is getting the nod as Apple’s free App of the Week. Regularly listed on the App Store for $1.99, the strategy/tower defense game is now available as a free download for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This marks the very first time we have seen the title go free since it was released at the beginning of the year.

More details below: 
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Apple’s “It’s been too Long” event just wrapped up and the Apple online store is now back up and has revealed new lower price points for refurbished iPads. As you’d expect, the original iPad mini (2013 model) is the most aggressively priced at $209 (down from $219). iPad mini 2 (w/ Retina display) starts at $249 (down from $339) and iPad Air now starts at $339 (down from $419).

Every product refurbished by Apple carries a one year warranty and is eligible for AppleCare.

iPad mini:

• WiFi: 16GB $209 (was $219), 32GB $259 (was $299), 64GB $309 (was $379)
• WiFI + Cellular: 16GB $309 (was $319), 32GB $359 (was $399), 64GB $409 (was $479)

Retina iPad mini:

• WiFi: 16GB $249 (was $339), 32GB $299 (was $419), 64GB $349 (was $509), 128GB $439 (was $589)
• WiFi + Cellular: 16GB $349 (was $449), 32GB $399 (was $529), 64GB $449 (was $619), 128GB $539 (was $699)

iPad Air:

• WiFi: 16GB $339 (was $419), 32GB $389 (was $509), 64GB $439 (was $589), 128GB $529 (was $679)
• WiFI + Cellular: 16GB $439 (was $529), 32GB $489 (was $619), 64GB $539 (was $699), 128GB $629 (was $789)

Browse the entire Apple refurbished store for other deals including older iPads, Macs, and more.

Apple began allowing developers to sell discounted bundles of their apps/games alongside the release of iOS 8. At face value, these bundles are a great way to save on a bunch of apps, but the numbers get a bit hazy (and less favorable) when you already have one or more of the bundled titles and are offered ‘Complete My Bundle’ pricing…
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Save up to 15% on iTunes gift cards with two new weeklong promotions from Staples and Best Buy:

• Staples $50 gift card for $42.50 (15% off)
• Best Buy $100 in gift cards (you choice of denominations) for $90 (10% savings)

Staples offers greater savings, but the Best Buy promotion is more flexible allowing you to buy iTunes cards of multiple denominations, which is more helpful if you plan to give these as gifts.

Each card can be redeemed for music, movies, apps, books and more from the iTunes Store, App Store, iBook Store and all other Apple digital distribution stores.

Follow these directions to cash in on the Best Buy deal:
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Today’s top Daily Deal at Staples is the Apple iPod touch 32GB in space gray or silver for only $224 shipped. That’s $75 off the list price and the lowest we could find.

This iPod touch features a 4-inch Retina display, the Apple A5 chip, and a 5-megapixel iSight camera with 1080p HD video recording. You can discover music, movies, and more from the iTunes Store, or browse apps and games from the App Store. Nearly 3,000 Amazon customers gave it 4.4/5 stars and great reviews

More info from Apple:

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Every week Apple picks one app to go free on iOS. Regularly priced at $1, arcade puzzler JELLIES! is now available for download on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch for free. The game released back in June for $1.99 and the only other time we’ve seen it free was a short 3 day sale in late August. It has received a 4.5/5 star rating from over 210 reviews.

Head below for more details: 
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BuyDig via eBay Daily Deals offers discounts on LG’s LED Smart HDTVs with webOS in two sizes: 42-inch $424.99 shipped and 50-inch $549.99 shipped. Both deals mark the lowest prices we have ever seen. BuyDig is an authorized dealer with a feedback rating of 99.1% and both models include a 1-year limited USA warranty.

Both models offer full HD 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, built-in WiFi, and 3 HDMI connections, but webOS is the real standout feature of these TVs. avforums explains:

It’s a phrase that gets used far too often but in the case of LG’s new system it’s appropriate, Smart+ is a game changer. Thanks to the use of webOS, Smart+ is attractively designed, intuitive to use and very responsive. But more than that, it feels like an integral part of the television and not just an added on feature.

• LG 42-inch 42LB6300: $424.99 shipped (Reg. $799) – currently $569 at Amazon
• LG 50-inch 50LB6300: $549.99 shipped (Reg. 1,099) – currently $699 at Amazon

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars from 434 Amazon reviewers.

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The cover of Target’s weekly ad puts the spotlight squarely on Apple. This week only, you can get a free Target gift card worth $20-$100 with the purchase of select Apple products. We’ve featured better deals for all of these products in the past, but if you need one of these products now then Target’s deals are certainly better than paying full retail.

Target’s offer of a free $100 gift card with the purchase of an iPad Air is the best deal of the bunch. However, there’s a really good chance we could see an updated model released at Apple’s rumored October 16th event. If Apple does release a new iPad Air model, it will most likely be priced at $500 and it most certainly won’t include a free gift card. Reports from 9to5Mac have so far pointed towards the new iPad Air only being a slight upgrade over the current model:

…the iPad update is expected to be minor — likely adding a gold option, Touch ID and an anti-reflective coating on the screen.

That said, here are the deals:
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Sears offers the Samsung 60-inch 1080p 600Hz Plasma HDTV (model PN60F5300) for $699.99 with free shipping. The discounted price will show up once you begin the checkout process. That’s $100 below its current street price and only $50 more than Newegg is charging for it in refurbished condition.

You’ll enjoy a stunning, 1080p HD viewing experience that’s enhanced by our Real Black Panel, 600Hz Subfield Motion and Wide Color Enhancer Plus. Clear Image Panel delivers striking contrasts between deep black levels and bright whites while 600Hz Subfield Motion captures the crisp detail of high-speed action. Wide Color Enhancer Plus expands the color range to capture every vibrant hue, just as the director intended.

Nearly 100 Amazon reviewers rate it 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Additionally, Tiger Direct has the Seiki 39″ LED 4K 120Hz (SE39UY04) for $339, coupon code MUY142069 brings it down to $299 shipped. You can save an additional $15 by entering your e-mail address here, then follow the discounted link to the television. After adding to your cart, apply the aforementioned coupon code to bring your order down to $284 shipped.

More HDTVs:

• Samsung 46″ 1080p LED 60Hz Smart (UN46H5203): $459.99 (orig. $750) | BuyDig via eBay
• Samsung 50″ 1080p 60Hz Smart (UN50H5203): $589.99 (orig. $900) | BuyDig via eBay
• TCL 50″ LED 4k UHD 120Hz (LE50UHDE5691): $449.99 (orig. $999.99) | Amazon
• Sharp 55″ LED 1080p 120Hz w/ Roku stick (LC-55LE643U): $499.99 (orig. $900) | Best Buy
• Samsung 51″ Plasma 720p 600Hz (PN51F4500): $379.99 w/ pickup (orig. $880) | Sears

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Feral Interactive’s latest console/PC port has now made its way to the Mac App Store in the form of GRID 2 Reloaded Edition. Originally released on PC and consoles, the Codemasters developed title was a successor to the original GRID title and designed to hit the sweet spot between frantic arcade racing and realistic simulation.

Head below for more details and some brief gameplay in the trailer video: 
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After first showing off the latest Mac Pro at WWDC 2013 and launching the professional-class desktop computer last December, Apple’s certified refurbished online store is now carrying discounted models for the first time.

The 2013 Mac Pro, which is the only Mac computer manufactured in the United States, ordinarily starts at $2,999 for the base model configuration, but customers looking to save on that cost can now get the same configuration for $450 less at $2,549. A variety of other configurations are available in refurbished models with discounted price tags ranging up to $7,479…
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Apple’s Lightning cable has been a thorn in side of Apple fans for a while now. Shortly after its debut alongside iPhone 5 in 2012, it became abundantly clear that Apple’s claims of ‘improved durability’ where specious at best. Apple-branded Lighting cables have failed time and time again.

Now it’s three years later and Apple has done nothing to address the durability of its Lightning cables. We’ve put together a roundup of ultra-tough Lightning cables that should last longer than your new iPhone 6/6 Plus…
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Update 9/26 11:40am: The price jumped back up to $29.99 shipped. Still an excellent deal!

Update 9/24 9:40am: The refurbished Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard cover dropped down to only $27.99 this morning.

Groupon has the Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for Apple iPad Air (in Black or White) for a low $29.99 shipped. That’s 70% off the list price, $35 less than Amazon, and a match for the lowest price we’ve seen.

The keyboard from Logitech features built-in Bluetooth and full-size keys and iOS shortcuts for fast, fluid typing. The cover and iPad stay perfectly aligned and securely closed when you are on the go with magnetic clasps. Also, a magnetic groove holds the iPad upright at the ideal angle for typing and interacting with the touch screen. The Logitech automatically wakes your iPad when you open the cover and puts it to sleep when closed.

With the money you save on the keyboard cover, you can easily pick an Incase Neoprene Sleeve for your iPad on sale at Amazon for only $22.

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Yesterday, it was revealed that the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus could be charged faster (in some cases as fast as 2 hours to full) using a 2.1A AC charger like the one that comes with the iPad. Curiously, Apple has only included the typical  5W 1A iPhone charger that it traditionally has with its iPhone 6 and 6 Plus meaning that your iPhone charge times coming from much smaller iPhones are going to go through the roof.

Not to worry! The 9to5Toys team will get you updated to 2.1A USB ports across the board with the best products/deals we could find for a wide range of 2.1A USB needs…
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Staples is offering $10 off technology and mobile accessory purchases of $40 or more right now using code 86128 online (or phone) and code 85543 in-store. You’ll find a selection of eligible items including headphones, media players (including Apple TV), wearables and more.

Our favorite deal from the bunch is Amazon’s Fire TV. Today, Staples is offering it for $84, but using code 86128 will bring the price down to $74 with free shipping. That’s $25 under Amazon’s price and the best price available. Fire TV has a quad-core processor, 2 GB of memory and a dedicated GPU to offer speedy media streaming of the over 200,000 TV episodes and movies available on Prime. Fire TV owners can also play the wide selection of games available starting as low as $0.99 each. Rated 4/5 stars from over 10K reviewers.

There are also some deals to be had on Chromecast at Staples, you can find all the details in today’s Chromecast post.

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Update (9/27): Thanks for all of the entries into our Small States giveaway, @broni, @phillsea and @EGHSPrincipalRI are our winners and they have been contacted.

Small States features small companies that design and manufacture within the United States. 

Introduction

Founder Dan Sullivan started the journey that would eventually lead to the development and release of his music products in the Apple Store as a synth circuit designer. Being a banjo and guitar player himself, he was always interested in bringing the two worlds together to create unique musical performance technology that would accommodate string players. Born out of that motivation, Minneapolis, Minnesota based Zivix is comprised of a small core group of passionate individuals set to create and release innovative new music products that meet the demands of modern day musicians.

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Apple unleashed iOS 8 yesterday, which it calls “the biggest iOS release ever.” Perhaps lost in the craziness of its release was the fact that App Store developers can now offer app bundles. You’ll find a new “Bundles” section on the App Store with a number of discounted bundles from popular developers.

The bundles are separated into three sections: App Bundles, Game Bundles and Kids Bundles. With anywhere from 2 to 9 apps per bundle, users have the option to only pay for the apps in a given bundle they don’t already own by paying the difference.

There are some discounts to be had here from a number of highly rated developers, here are a few of our top picks: 
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Update (12/17 2:45pm): Amazon Lightning Deal! Belkin Charge and Sync Dock with Lightning Cable for $13.65 Prime shipped (Reg. $25).

(Update 5/19 10:30am): The time has come. Apple has randomly announced a new Lightning dock for iPhone 6/Plus. However, you should still take a look at the numerous third party options (below) that have been on the market for years. Many of these options offer more styling and better value compared to Apple’s dock.

If you were one of over 4 million people who preordered an iPhone 6 or 6 Plus this weekend, then you may have noticed that one of Apple’s most popular accessories for previous gen iPhones is curiously absent from its online store. As of right now, Apple seems to be sitting on the sideline and will not be releasing a dock designed for its newest smartphones.

Docks position your iPhone in a way that makes it easier to keep tabs on incoming notifications, all while helping create a clean workspace by wrangling messy cables.

There are already several iPhone 6 and 6 Plus dock solutions. Here are our favorite docks, stands, mounts, and more:

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Apple is currently running a special promotion for select Mac App Store apps called “Amazing Games – Amazing Prices.” This promo includes limited time pricing on some of the most popular Mac games. Our favorite titles include:

• Rayman Origins: $4.99 (Reg. $17)
• Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing: $4.99 (Reg. $15)
• GRID: $9.99 (Reg. $25)
• BioShock: $9.99 (Reg. 20)
• Batman Arkham Asylum: $9.99 (Reg. $20)
• Deus Ex Human Revolution (ultimate edition): $9.99 (Reg. $20)

Check out the rest of today’s app/game deals in our morning roundup.

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Preorders for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus kicked off late last night and if early sales are any indication, these new models are going to be the best selling iPhones in Apple’s history. This year’s iPhone lineup is also the most expensive ever, with the iPhone 6 Plus topping out at $949 without carrier subsidies.

At minimum you should keep your iPhone in a durable case to protect it from everyday bumps and drops, but you should also consider a protection plan for more catastrophic accidents.

Keep reading to get all the facts you’ll need to choose between the two most popular iPhone protection plans…

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Walmart, the giant US retailer, often negotiates exclusive price cuts on products that smaller retailers can’t match. Just like last year, it has set its sights on the all new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

According to a report published tonight by CNET, Walmart is set to trim $20 off both of Apple’s new super sized iPhones. That drops the iPhone 6 down to $179 and the iPhone 6 Plus down to $279. Both prices require a two-year commitment with AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint. Also, beginning on Friday, September 12th, Walmart will begin accepting preorders for the iPhone 6. Anyone who preorders through Walmart will also get a free $15 e-gift card. Sam’s Club members will be able to save an additional $2 on both models, which brings their total discount down to $22.

Based on all the information we’ve seen thus far, these price drops only apply to the 16GB iPhone 6 models and only the 4.7-inch variant will be available for preorder. As of right now, the only other noteworthy iPhone 6 deal that we’ve seen is from Radio Shack who is offering a free $50 iTunes gift card with purchases through September 27th.