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Apple has picked Mighty Switch Force! Hose It Down! to be this week’s free iOS app. Available on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, you can now download the “pick-up-and-play puzzler” for free. Regularly listed between $1 and $2, this week’s sale is the very first time we have seen the game go free since its release in early February.

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These days it seems that we are trying to make everything smart. Even products that have been around for a long time. Something as simple as a bicycle, which has been around for years, suddenly has all sorts of possibilities once a smartphone is connected to it.

A group of inventors is not attempting to reinvent the wheel, but rather the pedal. They are simply trying to prevent bike theft and make your two wheeled vehicle just a little bit smarter.

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Microsoft has announced which games will be going free for Xbox Live users for the month of May. As always there will be multiple titles that drop in price for certain days of the month on both Xbox One and 360.

Not an Xbox Live member? We have a deal to get you started plus full details on this month’s games below…

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TomTom, best known for its GPS driving systems, is announcing its new Bandit Action Camera. Aimed at removing the tedious editing process that comes along with most popular options, you can simply give your smartphone a shake to edit and then share your new video within minutes of shooting it.
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Sony has announced its free games for PlayStation Plus members for the month of May. Subscribers will be able to find freebies across PS4, 3 and Vita this month, with some titles dropping prices across all three platforms. Head below for all the details on which games are going free…
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Over the weekend Activision launched a new trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 as part of its official world reveal. As previously leaked information suggested, we now know the game will launch on November 6th. The futuristic shooter will also see the return of zombie mode, a new multi-player class system and early beta access for PS4, PC and Xbox One pre-orders.

Head below for a look at the new trailer and more of what to expect from Black Ops 3 early access:
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We’ve all been there – your partner has an early meeting or prefers to get up before you do, the screeching alarm wakes you up, disrupting a wonderful night of sleep. Humans have searched for years to try to solve this problem without much success. While companies such as Philips have attempted to replicate a sunrise-like wakening experience, it is ultimately just a light that turns on slowly at a pre-set time.

A new Kickstarter program is aiming to change all that with infrared sensors, a parametric speaker and smartphone connectivity…
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The former Apple Design Award winning developer Tapity is now offering its Hours Time Tracking app for free. Available to download on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, the app is regularly listed between $4.99 and $6.99. While we have seen it dip as low as $3, this is the very first time it has gone free on the App Store.

Head below for more details and to see the Hours for Apple Watch update in action:
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Update (4/23 8:10am):

• Newegg is offering Super Smash Bros. on Wii U for $59.99 shipped, but using code EMCARNP223 will drop your total down to $29.99 + $1 shipping (Reg. $48+, current best price).
• Monoprice via eBay offers the Sony Playstation 4 w/ DualShock Controller for $349.99 shipped
• Blutek (98.7% Positive feedback) via eBay Daily Deals offers the Xbox LIVE 12 Month Gold Membership Card for $35.99 shipped (Reg. $60, current best price around)
• The official Nintendo Super Smash Bros. GameCube Adapter for Wii U is back in stock at Amazon for $19.99 Prime shipped.

In today’s best game/app deals, Mac Game Store has a number of solid price drops today on Mac titles as part of it ongoing Anniversary sale. You’ll find titles like BioShock and The Witcher 2 Enhanced Edition for less than $5 each, as well as Deus Ex Human Revolution for $8, Tropico 5 for $10, Bastion for less than $4 and many more. This can be a great way to catch up on The Witcher series before the trilogy wraps up with the highly anticipated Wild Hunt release later next month.

For those still looking to grab a new Xbox One, Walmart has the Xbox One Halo: The Master Chief Collection Console Bundle plus one game of your choice for $349 shipped. Depending on the game chosen, that is as much as $60 off the regular price for this bundle and the best we can find.

This morning, Algoriddim’s djay apps for iOS went free for the very first time ($3 -$10 value) and you’ll find some discounted retro gaming consoles in today’s Daily Deals. Head below for the rest of today’s top iOS/Mac price drops including Chinese Checkers: FREE (Reg. $2), GoodTask 2 – Reminders, To-do, Task Manager with Calendar: $2 (Reg. $5), Octagon Arcade Game: $1 (Reg. $2), and many more:

Ongoing game deals/promotions:

• PowerA Controller Charging Station for PS4 $17 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)
• Nintendo amiibo from $9.74 Prime shipped (Reg. $13)
• Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor across all platforms for $19.99 (matched at Amazon)
• FIFA 15 for $39.99 shipped across all platforms (Reg. $48+, matched at Best Buy)
• Far Cry 4 for $29.99 Prime shipped for Xbox One ($40 on other platforms
• Metro Redux on Xbox One for $19.99 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
• New Guitar Hero (all platforms) preorder available now.
• iTunes Free App of the Week: Pursuit of Light ($1 value)
• IGN Free iOS Game of the Month – Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series ($5 value)

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Update (4/23 3:40pm): Apple has officially named djay 2 as its Free App of the Week.

Whether you’re a professional DJ or just enjoy spinning for your backyard parties, we’ve got a serious price drop on a very popular app today. For the first time since it’s release, iPad has gone free, it regularly goes for $10. djay 2 for iPhone has also dropped its price to free, for just the second time (Reg. $3).

This full-featured DJ app puts users in complete control of the party with integrated support for Spotify and iTunes, enabling users to spin the latest hits anywhere. All you need to do is hook up your device to a sound system and djay 2 will enable you to perform live, create and record mixes or simply sit back and the let the app do the work for you.

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djay 2 brings life to the party with a number of included audio effects with additional in-app purchases adding more custom mixing options. Not only is the feature list long, this app has all the connectivity and interface abilities that professionals would hope for. Bluetooth and AirPlay remove the need for a wired setup while popular MIDI controllers from Pioneer, Philips and many more are supported. Algoriddim has partnered with other companies to create hardware specifically designed for the djay 2 app that will help get you started.

Head over to our daily games and apps roundup for the latest deals on iOS, Android and consoles.

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9to5Toys Specials currently has the ZeroLemon SolarJuice 10000mAh Battery for $26 with free shipping. That’s as low as we’ve ever seen a 10,000mAh battery with solar charging option.

This battery offers a capacity which can fill your phone several times over, but it also has its own power source: the sun. One side is covered by a 1.2W monocrystalline solar panel, allowing the ZeroLemon to recharge during the day. Output is via two USB ports (2A for fast-charging, 1A for smartphones), which can charge devices simultaneously, and the battery itself has a lifespan of over a thousand cycles. The casing is rain-resistant, shock-proof and anti-explosion, and there is a flashlight built in for real emergencies.

• Simultaneously charges two devices at once
• Rain-resistant, shockproof and environmentally friendly
• Anti-explosion, lightweight, compact and reliable
• Includes a top grade-A cell, built-in 10,000mAh lithium polymer battery
• Two outputs: 2A fast-charging for mobile devices, 1A charging for smartphones
• Allows casual solar charging via a powerful 1.2W monocrystalline solar panel
• Boasts an ultra-long battery life; recharge the SolarJuice 1000+ times
• Use in the dark with built-in LED flashlight

Grab this power pack at the discounted price here.

9to5Toys Specials currently has the Innori 22,400mAh Portable Battery Pack for $34.99 with free shipping.

This Innori battery pack weighs under a pound, but it has a large enough capacity to charge three devices at once. It can do so simultaneously via three USB ports — two made for smartphones, one for everything else — and the battery automatically doles out electricity at the right current for each device. LED indicator lights show the battery’s charging status, while another, more powerful LED matrix acts as a flashlight with a range of 65 feet.

• Total of 3 outlets: 2 optimized for smartphones, 1 for tablets and other USB-powered devices
• LED light with a long range of 65 feet for convenient night charging
• Helpful LED light indicator functions: flashes on while charging/off when fully charged
• Intelligent charging, recognizes your devices and allocates the right current automatically

Click here to grab one.

Apple has now selected Pursuit of Light as the Free App of the Week. Regularly listed at $1, you can now pick-up the action adventure game for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This is the very first price drop we have seen on the game since it released back in mid February.

Head below for more details:
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Update (4/16 8:00am): We have teamed up with Oceanhouse Media to giveaway 5 free download codes for The Lorax interactive book app on iOS. To enter the giveaway, simply follow @9to5Toys on Twitter and retweet our article or Like us on Facebook and share with your friends. The giveaway will be open for 48 hours, with the winners chosen on Saturday. Good Luck!

In celebration of Earth Day 2015 on April 22nd, Dr. Seuss mobile developer Oceanhouse Media is offering The Lorax interactive book app on iOS for $1.99 (Reg. $5). Only once in the last two years have we seen the app dip below $2 on the App Store. Android users will also find the app discounted for the same price over on the Amazon App Store.

Head below for more details on The Lorax mobile book app:
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Watch out living room rockers, Guitar Hero is coming back this fall with a whole new release for all the popular gaming consoles. Activision has announced that it’s reviving the popular band game after a five year hiatus with new gameplay modes, an updated controller and a fresh track list with hits from a number of popular artists. With a new version of Rock Band 4 on the horizon, it’s no surprise that its gaming counterpart will be getting a new release as well.

We’ve got the full details on new gameplay modes, a redesigned guitar and how you can pre-order Guitar Hero Live today…
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Update (4/14 12:45pm): On-The-Go has launched its IndieGoGo campaign, if you’re interested in grabbing one they’ve got a number of different pledge options.

If you’re an avid follower of 9to5Toys (and we know that you are), you’re well aware of our love of battery packs, USB drives, MFi certification and all around gadgetry. It’s always interesting when companies set out to pair these things together, with varying degrees of success.

We’ve spotted something new today though, fittingly named On The Go, which aims to combine storage, charging, streaming, device tracking and more into a small package. The multi-functional connectivity on this thing is impressive, from iPhone to Android to Mac, it has everything covered…
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Rules!, the fast-paced puzzle-based game designed around multi-touch controls, is now available for free inside the Apple Store app for iPhone (US only).  It was also recently updated with Apple Watch integration. This is the first time that we’ve seen this app available for free, it typically goes for $2.99.

To clairfy, do not navigate to the Rules! listing on the App Store, head below for instructions on how to redeem your freebie:

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This week Apple has selected Twisty Hollow as its free app of the week for iOS users. This week’s sale marks the first time the game has gone free since releasing last fall, it typically sells for $3.

Players can follow along as citizen’s battle an unruly self-appointed mayor in this puzzle style game. The imaginative “paper art-style” game pits citizens against government as they try to solve the city’s problems and survive a new regime.

Head below for more details on this game.
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The popular Roomlia hotel savings application for iOS and Android is today launching an interesting new loyalty program. Basically, if you stay 7 nights, you will get a night free.

In order to get to that free night, the application will add up the amount you paid each night for your first 7 nights, and then it will credit you back the average. In most cases, this will obviously work out to an eight night free.

The cool parts about the program, which differentiate it from competitors, are that these are actual nights, not days, and the nights can be combined. You don’t need to stay 7 nights in a row to get the credit back toward an either night. You can stay for 3 nights during one trip, and 4 nights on another trip to get up to the 7.

The app is developed by a team made up of former Expedia developers, the application actually has some great deals that beat out some of the competition.

New hotels and supported cities are added each week, and users can book rooms up to 7 days in advance, for up to 5 nights at a time.

The application is free on iOS and Android, and the new loyalty card system launches today.

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Wireless whole home audio is moving away from being labeled a new and expanding category to something that is refining itself as a necessary need for audio enthusiasts. We’ve seen new releases from Bang & Olufsen this year, as well as updates to Aether’s speaker, while SONOS continues to reign supreme.

This week, Samsung announced a new entry into the whole home audio competition with its Radiant360 R7 Wireless Speaker that offers a number of familiar features plus some new ones.

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There are a lot of reasons to be excited about Sling TV. Since it popped up in January just before CES, this streaming television service has been making waves throughout the entertainment world. Chances are if you watch television shows or movies, you’ve heard something about Sling.

Last month Dish brought its online streaming service to the Xbox One in an exclusive agreement that nets Live subscribers a one month free trial. The question is, does Sling bring enough to the table to make the Xbox One a complete solution to home entertainment?
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This week Apple has selected Back to Bed as its free offering for iOS users. You can download the regular $3.99 puzzler for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This week’s sale marks the first time the game has gone free since releasing in the summer of last year.

Head below for more details on the indie 3D puzzler:
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Update (4/2 10:30am): Dell is offering preorders on Mortal Kombat X (all platforms) for $59.99 but with a $25 Dell gift card thrown in. This preorder will net you Goro as a playable character and the gift card will be automatically applied to the cart.

In today’s best game/app deals, Amazon is once again offering Evolve across all platforms for $39.99 shipped (Reg. $60). This is matching the lowest price we’ve seen (outside of GCU offers) on the recently release 4-V-1 co-op monster hunting game.

Beast of Prey -As the monster -the lone predator -you are the boss battle. Use savage abilities and an animalistic sense to wreak havoc, kill the humans and prove you are the dominant species.

Other notable deals today include preorders on Metal Gear Solid V: Phantom Pain Day One Edition on PS4 and Xbox One for $52.99 + $1 shipping using code EMCARAN34 in the cart. This is matching the lowest we’ve seen on the highly anticipated Phantom Pain, which is set for release on September 1st of this year. For more details on what the Day One edition comes with head over to our announcement post.

Newegg is also offering PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 controllers for $39.99 plus $2 shipping right now (Reg. $60, current low) and the Xbox One wireless controller for $40.99 shipped (Reg. $60, current low). Be sure to check out the Nyko controller chargers if you need some extra juice. And lastly, Amazon has the Disney INFINITY: Marvel Super Heroes (2.0 Edition) Collector’s Edition for $100.48 shipped (Reg. $180, lowest we can find).

In case you missed it recently, DuckTales Remastered is now available on iOS, 2K Drive for iOS went free and we have two of the best current PS4 and Xbox One console bundle deals still available from yesterday.

Head below for the rest of today’s best iOS/Mac deals including DRAGON QUEST IV Chapters of the Chosen: $10 (Reg. $15), Surgeon Simulator: $2 (Reg. $5), Mail+ for Outlook: $1 (Reg. $6) and more:

Ongoing game deals/promotions:

• Sunset Overdrive on Xbox One for $39.99 shipped (matched at Best Buy)
• Nintendo 2DS with Mario Kart 7 for $99.99 shipped (Reg. $130)
• BOGO 50% off games and 25% off amiibo figures at Target
• Battlefield Hardline (all platforms) $39.99 shipped (Reg. $60)
• Far Cry 4 across all platforms for $29.99 (Reg. $40+)
• Modern Combat 5: Blackout free for the very first time
• Pixelmator for Mac 50% off
• iTunes Free App of the Week: Tangent ($2 value)
• IGN Free iOS Game of the Month – Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series ($5 value)

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It’s a great time to be a gamer as we continue to see old classics re-made into new current gen games (as long as it’s legal!). The latest to get a modern re-hashing is the vintage DuckTales 8-bit game from the 80’s. Today, Disney has released DuckTales: Remastered as a universal iOS app that features all the original characters with some new storylines sprinkled in.

Gamers will be able to play as Scrooge McDuck in this re-make of the classic side-scrolling game as he journeys through different parts of the world. Follow along as he travels to far off places such as the Amazon, Transylvania, and the moon. The game features voice-overs from all the original actors, retaining the authentic experience of this 80’s classic. DuckTales: Remastered supports Bluetooth controllers and is available for download today with a $9.99 price tag. There is also a console version available as well for Wii U, PS3 and Xbox 360.

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IGN is now offering Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series for iPhone/iPad as its free game of the month. This game is regularly listed for $4.99 and has a rating of 3/5 stars from nearly 500 reviewers. This is the first discount that we’ve seen on this game since its release. This is great timing with Game of Throne’s upcoming season premiere and HBO’s new availability on Sling TV. You can now download this game for free on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch via IGN’s deal page.

Experience the thrill of Game of Thrones first hand with this six part episodic game series based of HBO’s hit show. This game tells the story of House Forrester, who battles his way through the War of the Five Kings. Gamers will take on different roles of the Forrester household, which will affect many others in the game as it plays out.

For more app deals, don’t forget Apple’s Free App of the Week and today’s best game deals.

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Developer DeNA is back at it again after last week’s release of Final Fantasy Record Keeper with an all new brawler title for iOS and Android. Chosen by Nintendo to develop its highly anticipated mobile releases, DeNA has dipped in to the world of Marvel this time in the form of the 4 player co-op beat’em up Marvel Mighty Heroes.

Head below for more details on what characters to expect and some gameplay footage in the launch trailer:
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Admittedly, I love coffee. All the different roasts, blends and ways to make it are so intriguing to me. There has been an influx of coffee makers recently that offer a variety of different solutions for getting your morning cup of joe. I’m not sure that I’ve seen one recently as eye-catching as the Pour-Over from Quirky. This line of products – named Poppy – also has solutions for feeding your pets and your baby (separately) and will even order new food automatically from Amazon when you need it.
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If you’re not too busy playing Bloodborne this week, Sony has announced its line-up of free games for the month of April, headlined by Dishonored for PS3. This well rated supernatural action/stealth game pits gamers as a silent killer, trying to move through the streets of Dunwall without being seen by foes out to catch you. As the once trusted body guard turned on-the-run killer, gamers will find plenty of choice with the title’s deep-stealth action oriented mechanics.

Head below for the list of games for PS3/4 and Vita.

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Update (3/31 2:15pm): Pre-order is now available via Amazon and Best Buy for the limited edition Batman: Arkham Knight bundle. Those interested in the standard bundle can place a pre-order at Amazon and Best Buy as well.

Coinciding with the upcoming release of Batman: Arkham Knight, Sony has announced a new PlayStation 4 bundle that brings more than an added game. This limited edition custom gray PS4 has a subtle likeness of the Dark Knight on the console with a understated moniker “Batman: Arkham Knight” plus a matching DualShock 4 controller. Unlike other game specific console releases that we’ve seen, Sony’s latest release reminds more of something we’d proudly display in our man cave.

Pre-orders are slated to begin today but are not yet open, we’ll update this post as needed. The limited edition bundle is available for $449.99. Sony is also offering a traditional console with Batman: Arkham Knight for $399.99. The game itself is available for pre-order with an expected June release date.

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Anyone who knows me (or follows me), knows that I’ve got a bit of an amiibo problem. I started out just looking to get Donkey and Diddy Kong since they are my favorite Nintendo characters. Then I got sucked into the amiibo vortex. Now, amiibo figures are peppered throughout my office. Sure I love how each figure can unlock exclusive in-game content, but I’ve got to admit the real draw for me is just how cool they look.

Now’s the time to get into the action if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines of the amiibo craze. Target is taking 25% off all in-stock amiibo figures online and in-store. Typically priced at $12.99 each, this sale drops the final price down to $9.74. REDcard holders will save an additional 5% and get free shipping on all orders. All other buyers will need to spend $25+ to sidestep shipping costs.

It’s no secret that Nintendo makes the best games for its consoles. The only problem is that they are rarely discounted. But right now Best Buy (matched at Amazon) has various Nintendo 3DS titles on sale. Gamers Club Unlocked members can save an additional 20% off the purchase price.

Standouts include:

• Mario Kart 7: $24.99 (Reg. $30) – matched at Amazon
• Super Mario 3D Land: $24.99 (Reg. $30) – matched at Amazon
• Animal Crossing – New Leaf: $24.99 (Reg. $30) – matched at Amazon
• New Super Mario Bros. 2: $24.99 (Reg. $30) – matched at Amazon

We’re hearing some Target locations may have these titles marked all the way down to $14.99 (an amazing price) so it may be worth stopping by your local store.

Nintendo eShop sells downloadable current generation and virtual console (NES, SNES, Game Boy Advance) games, DLC, entertainment, and more. Just like Nintendo games, eShop gift cards rarely go on sale. Now’s the time to stock up while Best Buy is discounting $10, $20, $30, and $50 eShop gift cards by 10%.

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Today, NeoLAB officially launched its Neo smartpen N2 following a wildly successful Kickstart campaign that raised more than over $350,000. Even more impressive is that the original goal was just $20,000. After selling some 2,500 pens during the initial round of crowdfunding, those that missed out are able to grab one today.
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It’s high times when it comes to smart watches. With the Apple Watch looming for launch in the next month, the race for your wrist is mid-stride. One former Apple designer is taking next month’s release head-on, putting a focus on creating something that is meant to last longer than this year’s product cycle.
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DeNA, the developer Nintendo has hand picked to bring its legendary cast of characters to life on mobile, has just recently released FINAL FANTASY Record Keeper in North America. Previously only available in Japan where it has already amassed 5 million downloads, FF Record Keeper weaves an all new story by allowing players to relive the most epic moments from the series’ long history.

The game is now available for download on iOS and Android. Head below for more details and some gameplay footage:
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Apple has hand picked Tangent to be the Free App of the Week. The title normally goes for $1.99, but is now available for free on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. With a rating of 4.5/5 stars from 428 reviewers, this is the first time we have seen it go free in over a year.

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Initially launching back in September of 2013, Activision’s Call of Duty: Strike Team for iOS has hit its lowest price ever today on the App Store. Regularly listed at $7, you can grab the first/third person hybrid shooter for just $1.99 today. The Apple Editor’s Choice game has a 4 star rating from 7,079 reviewers.

Android gamers will also find the title on sale over at Google Play for $1.99 as well. Head below for more detials:
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2K has now kicked off its Mobile Spring Sale from now through Friday April 3rd, offering some of its most popular titles starting as low as $2.99. All of the apps in the sale, which regularly go for as much as $14.99 each, are either matching or beating the lowest prices we’ve seen on the App Store.

BioShock for iOS regularly sells for $11, and this is the first time we have seen the title go down as low as $2.99 since release. Here are the rest of the Spring Sale deals:

• XCOM: Enemy Within for Mobile $5 (Reg. $13)
• Civilization Revolution 2 $5 (Reg. $15)
• BioShock $3 (Reg. $11)
• NBA 2K15 $3 (Reg. $8)
• NHL 2K $3 (Reg. $8)

Stay tuned as your complete list of today’s iOS price drops is on the way, in the mean time you can check out yesterday’s offerings or head over to the iTunes Free App of the Week.

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Military grade aluminum. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. Dutch, German and Swiss Engineers. No we aren’t describing the latest ultra-fast, ultra-light electric car. This is the Trefecta DRT, a new electric bike that’s more James Bond than Huffy or Schwinn.
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In many cases we have to swap out USB devices when connecting with our laptops due to there not being enough ports. Otherwise, users tend to resort to USB hubs and things of that nature. While these options do work, the folks over at InfiniteUSB seem to think they have a better way.

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