Update (4/29 12:08pm): Looks like the $599 model is now sold out, but stay tuned because we will let you know when they are back!
The release of updated MacBook Air models this morning has prompted Apple to drop the price of previous generation refurbished models down to unprecedented levels. The mid 2012 models now start at just $599 and include a 1-year warranty. These models feature dual-core Intel Core i5 processors and LED-backlit widescreen displays. There are currently three different models listed with storage capacities up to 256GB, but that can change at any moment since Apple refurbished inventory is generally extremely limited.
Staples via RetailMeNot offers $10 off orders of $100 or more coupon when you generate a unique code through this special link (hit the ‘go to staples.com’ link and then click ‘generate’). Don’t forget to apply your coupon code during checkout.
Add the Amazon Fire TV and a small item (like this eraser) to achieve the $100 threshold. The coupon will yield a 10% savings on Amazon’s new media player, which is the first discount of any kind we have ever seen on this newly released gadget. The Amazon FireTV features access to all of the major streaming networks (Newtflix, Prime, Hulu, etc), a Bluetooth remote control with voice search, hundreds of gaming titles. The Fire TV gaming controller (not included) is currently sold out at Staples but you can order it right now from Amazon.
Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars from over 3,000 Amazon reviewers. Watch the video below to get 9to5Google’s initial impressions…
Remember this coupon will work on nearly any order of $100 or more so get creative!
It packs a 16 MP APS-C sensor with up to 10 fps shooting and full HD video into a design so compact that it can fit in the palm of your hand. WiFi sharing allows you to quickly transfer photos to your smartphone or tablet via the PlayMemories Mobile app. The lens is interchangeable so you purchase different lenses in the future as your photography skills grow.
…if I was to go out to a store and buy a mirrorless camera for less than $1,000 right now, it would be the NEX-6. None of the competition offer the same quality and features at that price. For sharp images, excellent color, low noise, a viewfinder and plentiful manual controls in a small package, you’re not going to get anything better.
We’ve round-up an assortment of deals on items for around the house today from patio furniture and grills, to toothbrushes and luggage. The Nespresso U D50 Espresso Maker with Aeroccino Milk Frother we previously posted at $100 off and the lowest we’ve seen, has now dropped even further to $141.58 shipped as well. Head below for all…
Simply add either combination of cases to your shopping cart and apply the respective coupon code during checkout. Hundreds of Amazon reviewers rate these cases well over 4/5 stars. Promo code only applies to the black versions.
The HP features a max resolution of 1920 x 1080 and a fast 7 ms response time. This ultra-fast response time allows pixels to change colors quickly to avoid streaking, blurring and ghosting in fast-moving scenes and video games. It also has the following inputs: VGA, DVI, and HDMI (with HDCP).
With over 250 customer reviews, this HP received a rating of 4.7/5 stars.
Amazon offers the Netgear Centria N900 Dual-Band Gigabit Wireless Router (model WNDR4700) for $69.99 with free shipping. That’s a savings of $180 off the original MSRP, about 30% below its typical street price, and the best deal we have ever seen. It has a robust feature-set including a 3.5-inch hard drive bay for easy storage expansion, iOS/Android apps to download and play media from any internet connection, USB 3.0, and a handy SD card backup tool. Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars by Amazon reviewers.
9to5Mac reviewed it and concluded that it’s a probably a better purchase for most people than Apple’s pricey Time Capsule:
The Netgear Centria is a nice midrange wireless router/network attached-server option for Mac users and people in a mixed Mac/PC environment. The printing and setup complexity is easily outweighed by its much broader feature set. Things like faster USB 3 connections, SD Card access, easy hard drive upgrades, iOS app/printing, DLNA and Windows compatibility push it over the Time Capsule.
Please note this router’s built-in software cannot properly format drives greater than 2TB. To use a larger drive you must format it before installing it in this router.
Automatic plugs into your vehicle’s (1996 or newer) diagnostic port and transmits valuable information to your iPhone or Android smartphone that can help improve driving habits and save on fuel. Furthermore, it can remind you where you parked, diagnose and clear your check engine light, and find nearby mechanic. Crash Alert (iPhone only right now) can help you get help and notify family members if you get into a serious accident.
9to5Mac reviewed Automatic and found it to be a great product even at its retail price of $100:
While Automatic can’t make you be a better driver, it can certainly help you along the way if you’re willing to take a little coaching. The accessory gives you a subtle beep when you break or accelerate too fast or break 70 mph. Take your weekly score into account, notice what behaviors you repeat, and most importantly aim for fewer beeps and you’re bound to improve… if you’re willing.
We also spotted thePNY 128GB Turbo USB 3.0 Flash Drive for $41.99 shipped after coupon code: FHB125134. That’s $18 under the regular price and within two dollars of the lowest we’ve ever seen this drive go for.
OWC (Other World Computing) is offering the HGST Touro Desk Pro 3.5″ hard drive enclosure w/ USB 3.0 cable for $1.95 + $7.84 shipping via this link and entering the following code in the search field: HIT0STOUROEXT3. This is basically an HGST Touro Desk Pro external HD with the hard drive removed and being sold as an enclosure for even lower than most cheap, no name 3.5″ HD cases. A standard, well rated 3.5″ USB 3.0 enclosure will run you anywhere from $15 to $25 or more compared to the brand name, roughly $10 price tag on today’s deal.
Technically not a pre-owned item, but there is signs of wear due to the original drive being removed. However, OWC offers full warranty coverage on the “functionality of the power supply, Cable and USB 3.0 Bridge component within the enclosure.”
M-GO is giving out free movie rentals to new customers who create an account at this special promo page. This on-demand streaming service does not require a subscription and works on iOS, Android and even the new $50 Roku streaming stick. M-GO has several high profile new releases like 12 Years a Slave, American Hustle, and The Wolf of Wall Street. Unfortunately, Disney titles are excluded from this promotion due to licensing agreements between the two companies. Ends 4/30/14.
Note: Customers using the M-GO on Android and GoogleTV devices must manually apply promo code “MOVIEGIFT” at checkout.
It features a high quality Li-ion battery with 500+ recharge cycles over the life of the battery. It also has 5 x USB Output: 5V 0.6A ~ 2.1A, design for charging Phones and Tablets. It can charge 2 tablets or 5 Smart Phones simultaneously. With four integrated LED power status indicator lets you know exactly how much power is left.
Best Buy is offering the 32GB iPhone 5c for only $50 with a new 2yr contract with either AT&T, Verizon, or Sprint in all available colors. This is the first major price drop we’ve seen for the 32GB model and this particular offer is quite rare. The 5c features a 4-inch Retina display, an 8MP iSight camera, and 1080p HD video recording capabilities.
To protect your new iPhone, you may want to head over to the PCMicroStore. They have the rooCASE Cases and Screen Protectors for iPhone 5C half-off with the coupon codeIPH5C50APR.
Groupon has the MEElectronics Air-Fi AF32 (Runaway) Bluetooth Headphones for $40 shipped. That’s $60 off the regular price, between $20 and $30 off Amazon’s current price and either matching or $5 – $15 below the lowest we’ve ever seen depending on the color. Today’s deal is available in multiple colors including black/gray, black/red, blue, pink, red, and white/gray.
Compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, and other Bluetooth enabled devices, Air-Fi AF32’s feature A2DP stereo Bluetooth for music playback and wireless calling. They also have 12+ hour battery life, built-in mic/controls and multipoint Bluetooth access. You can find more specs below the fold along with a product feature video.
They come with a one-year warranty from MEElectronics, a 3.5mm audio cable, carrying pouch, charging cable and have received a 4.3/5 star review from nearly 1000 Amazon customers.
Update (4/23 2:15pm): Even more iTunes HD bundles… Beverly Hills Cop 1,2,3 $10 G.I. Joe Double Feature $10 Kung Fu Panda 1 and 2 $10 Sherlock Holmes & Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows $10 The Hangover 1 & 2 $10 Clash of the Titans & Wrath of the Titans $10 Happy Feet 1 & 2 $10…
It features 1080p native resolution, edge-lit LED backlight, USB, 802.11n wireless, Vizio Internet Apps (with Hulu Plus, YouTube, and more) and three HDMI inputs.
For example, our order total for these two $5 screen protectors and a Gear Fit was $156.75. That’s $43 below the list price on the Gear Fit and you get a couple backup screen protectors for your phone. The Fit features a 1.8-inch AMOLED curved display, a water-resistant design, and three-four days of battery life on a single charge.
Best Buy just put the Dyson AM02 Tower Fan on clearance for $279.99 with free shipping. This price drop is likely due to the release of a newer model. Today’s price is $170 below list and within $30 of the best price we have seen. That historical low was only hit a couple times during the Black Friday season last year. It features a blameless design, 90° one-touch oscillation, and a convenient remote with variable airflow control. Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Here are a few other notable home deals we’ve spotted:
RadioShack is planning a new iPhone promotion starting tomorrow that will let new or upgrading users get an iPhone 5s at a significant discount. The 16 GB model of Apple’s latest smartphone will be available for $99, down from the usual price of $199 for all customers on AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon.
Customers who bring in a “eligible” iPhone 4s (which usually just means “in pretty good shape”), will also get a $100 credit towards their iPhone 5s purchase, which knocks the price down to a very manageable $0.
Nearly 6 months after its initial release, the iPad mini with Retina display is now available for purchase from the official Apple Refurbished Store.
As of right now only the WiFi model is available and includes the 16, 32, and 64GB capacities in silver and space gray. The 16GB model is just $339, which is a savings of 15% off the list price of $399. It features a 7.9″ 2048×536 resolution display, A7 chip with M7 motion coprocessor, and 802.11n WiFi with MIMO technology. Apple refurbished devices are generally regarded as “good-as-new” by past purchasers and come with the same 1-year warranty as their new counterparts.
Update: The Bowers & Wilkins Z2 is now backordered about 2-4 weeks at the discounted rate on Amazon
Amazon is offering the Bowers & Wilkins Z2 Wireless Music System (black) for $296.47 with free shipping. That’s more than $100 off the regular $400 asking price and the best price we’ve seen on this rarely discounted speaker system. It features a Lightning connector and Apple’s AirPlay so you can stream tunes from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac or PC. It is supported by the free Bowers & Wilkins Control app for set-up options, and comes with a 2-year limited warranty (more specs below). It has received a 3.8/5 star review on Amazon and 4.5/5 star on Apple.com where it sells for $399.
If you’re looking for something a little more affordable, JBL’s OnBeat Lightning Micro Speaker Dock is available right now for $40 shipped (Reg. $100) and Jawbone’s MINI JAMBOX Bluetooth speaker (in multiple colors) are starting at just $106 shipped right now (Reg. $180).
It sends your existing cable TV at your home to your laptop, smartphone, or tablet in full 1080p HD. You can watch your Slingbox on your friends’ or families’ HDTVs with an Apple TV, Roku player, and Chromecast support is coming soon.
Next we have the Polk Audio Buckle Headphones for $165.63$136.59 shipped. That’s more than $85 off the regular price and the lowest price we can find. They feature built-in 3-button control and microphone, and are made of “durable, lightweight aluminum, stitched leatherette over a generously padded headband.” They have received a 4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon.
More notable headphone deals:
Acoustic Research AR Performance Noise Isolating Earbuds w/ mic: $27.99 (Reg. $100)
We’ve got some home deals for you today on everything from vacuums, kitchen utensils and appliances, as well items to get you ready for the Spring/Summer. First up we have the refurbished Dyson DC39 Multifloor Canister Vacuum for $220 shipped.
The black JBL OnBeat Mini from Amazon has now jumped back up in price.
We’ve also spotted the white JBL OnBeat Micro Speaker Dock with Lightning Connectormatching its lowest price ever at $39.99 shipped (black model for $40 here). That’s a savings of $80 off the regular asking price, $8 better than Amazon’s price on the black model and the lowest we’ve ever seen the rarely discounted white model go for. It features many of the same specs as its larger counterpart aside from the up to 5 hours battery life via four AAA batteries. Groupon’s listing said it comes with a 1 year warranty from JBL and it has received a 4.1 out of 5 stars review from over 1200 Amazon customers.
The Corner Stone via Amazon has the General Imaging PJ205 ipico Handheld LED Personal Projector for Apple iPhone/iPod Touch for a low $42.95 shipped. That’s $87 off the list price and $7 less than our previous mention. The ipico lets you project images on to nearly any surface up to 50 feet. It can run for up to…
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If you’ve been wanting to try a Chromebook, but have held off due to their need for an internet connection, Best Buy might have a remedy for your dilemma. The blue and yellow big box is currently knocking $100 off HP’s 11.6″ LTE Chromebook, bringing its asking price to $199. The device is backed by Verizon’s LTE network, you’ll pretty much have internet access anywhere in the US.
Amazon and Best Buy are offering some of the lowest prices we have ever seen for Jawbone’s newest Bluetooth speaker, the MINI JAMBOX. Check below for a run-through of the current sales, but if you’re looking for the best overall deal you’ll want to grab the graphite design at Amazon for $106.07 with free shipping. That’s a savings of 41% off the list price of $179.99.
This diminutive speaker is small enough to fit in your back pocket but still provides 10 hours of battery life and booming sound. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars from 175 Amazon reviewers.
Groupon is offering the refurbished VIZIO 24″ Class Razor LED 1080p HDTV (E241-A1) for $129.99 shipped. That’s $70 under the regular price, $50 under Amazon’s current new price, and the best price refurbished price we can find. It features 1080p Full HD resolution, 60Hz refresh rate as well as:
Razor LED backlighting
Ambient light sensor
SRS TruVolume, TruSurround HD, and StudioSound HD audio
Multiple connections including one HDMI and one USB port
E-Series slim-frame design
Energy Star 6.0 qualified
90-day warranty
It has received a 4.1/5 star rating from over 1000 Amazon customers. It can be a great low cost HDTV for other rooms, as an alternate to your main display. For more options, Amazon’s under 32-inch category is a great place to look and and Walmart’s best sellers brings up some really highly rated, low cost options like the 32-inch Sceptre for $180.
For a limited time only, Amazon is taking $30-$40 off various Kindle Fire HD and HDX models. Amazon will also knock another 10% off at checkout for all Prime members (Free Trial of Prime).
Today we found a few USB power banks to keep your devices charged when you’re on the go. Compatible with iPods, iPhones, iPads, Android and other devices powered via USB. The compact design allows for no-hassle storage just about anywhere: pockets, in the car, briefcases, etc. Below are the best ones we found:
5600mAh Battery Backup Power Bank – $15.99 shipped (Reg. $39.99) | Tanga
2600mAh Power Bank Battery Charger $6.59 (Free shipping with Prime. Reg. $20) | Amazon
Update: Woot has the Beats Executive Over-Ear Active Noise Canceling Wired Headphones for $179.99 + $5 shipping (Reg. $300). Currently $225 on Amazon, this is the best price we can find on this model. Ebay via Monsterproducts is offering the Monster Turbine In Ear Headphones in Black for $48 shipped (Reg. $125+). These are brand new but come in…
Amazon offers the Corsair Flash Voyager GO 64GB Micro USB Flash Drive for $44.99 shipped, which is 20% below list and the best price we’ve ever seen by $2. This nifty flash drive quickly transfers files from your Android device to any PC via the built-in Micro USB and USB 3.0 ports. It’s easy to bring with you anywhere thanks to its included keychain lanyard and slender design (37mm x 12mm). (via Giz)
It has Two 2-Inch front drivers and a 1150 mAh internal battery. You can also charge devices via the built in USB port. Also, it includes a hands free microphone for taking calls.
Update (4/15 1:50pm): Amazon also has the Verizon model for 50% off. It’s currently out of stock but will ship at the discounted rate as soon as it’s available.
The Samsung Galaxy S5 officially hit stores this morning and amazingly we found a deal that gets you it for free when you take into account a hefty bill credit.
Now just days after the 50% off iPassword for Mac sale ended, developer AgileBits is dropping half off both the OS X and iOS versions of its popular password security app in the aftermath of the massive Heartbleed bug. As Apple has confirmed that none of its software or services are susceptible to the vulnerability,…
We have a couple printer deals today including the Dell B1160 Monochrome Laser Printer for $50 shipped. That’s $50 off the regular price, $40 under Amazon and the current lowest price we can find. It features up to 1200 dpi image quality, and a high-input 150-sheet paper tray. It has a 4.8/5 star review on Amazon.
Amazon is taking 25% off the new HTC One (M8) Android smartphone for Verizon and Sprint with a 2-year agreement. All other retailers are currently charging the full retail price of $199.99. However, Verizon is running a buy one, get one free promo if you need two new phones. The AT&T version was left out of the discounting party and is currently listed for $199.99 at Amazon. It features a 5-inch full HD (440 PPI) display, duo camera with UltraPixel, and a premium high-quality metal housing. (via CNET)
If hardware quality was the only factor in buying a phone, you could stop reading right here and go out and buy the HTC One M8 – it is the best looking, best built (AFAICT after 3 days) phone out there, bar none.
That’s half off the list price and the lowest it’s ever been. The case and keyboard come with a matte finish and all metal stand. It’s designed to have an ultra-low profile with spacious key design for a comfortable and quiet typing experience. 393 Amazon customers gave it 4.3/5 stars and left positive reviews.
Anker Direct via Amazon has the Anker Ultra-Thin Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard iPad Air Case for $23.99 when you enter coupon 23DCOVER at checkout. That’s $16 below list, $6 better than the average selling price, and within $4 of the best price we have ever seen. It features USB charging (cable included), a built-in stand, and Smart Cover functionality. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars. Free shipping for Prime members and orders exceeding $35.
Tack on extra battery life to your iPhone or Galaxy S4 with two new offers from Groupon and BuyDig:
OtterBox Defender Series iON for iPhone 4/4s: $39.99 with free shipping (Reg. $70) at Groupon. It features three layers of protection again drops, a built-in screen protector, and 1450mAh lithium-ion battery. The free iON Intelligence battery app analyzes past usage patterns to estimate remaining battery life (in hours/minutes). 9to5mac reviewed this case back when it was selling for upwards of $130 and was happy with its performance:
…But for days when you need extra power, and/or are at greater risk of dropping it (like holding it by a bicycle wheel while cycling fast downhill on a bumpy road, to pick a completely random example …), it does the job it was designed for perfectly.
If you need some juice for your iPhone 5/5s, then head over to Amazon where you can get the uNu Power DX MFi Lightning case for $49.99. It’s temporarily out of stock but will ship as soon as it’s available.
