PowerA iPhone 5 Star Wars cases from $10 shipped (orig. up to $35)

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Update (10/8 4:40pm):  The free shipping offer is now over. Update (10/7 11:15am):  Tanga is now offering free shipping on the below cases using code SHIP7 during checkout. Tanga is offering a number of PowerA Star Wars themed iPhone 5 (and some iPhone 4) cases today for $7.99 + $1.99 shipping. There are several options to choose from including…

Logitech’s new iPhone/Galaxy S5 battery cases offer easy magnetic mounting and military-grade protection

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Logitech is extending the lineup of smartphone cases it launched earlier this year with the new protection [+] power for iPhone 5/5s and Samsung Galaxy S5. Just like the name suggests, the new cases are designed to not only offer additional juice on-the-go, but seamless integration into Logitech’s other smartphone accessories and military-grade damage protection.

Head below for more details, availability and pricing: 

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Lenmar Meridian MFi 2300mAh iPhone 5/5s Rechargeable Battery Case: $45 shipped (Reg. $90)

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Amazon offers the Lenmar Meridian MFi 2300mAh iPhone 5/5s Rechargeable Battery Case for $44.99 with free shipping. That’s 50% below Lenmar’s current asking price and a match for the best price we’ve ever seen. Available in red, white, and black. Gold is also on sale but is currently backordered 3-5 weeks.

This iPhone 5/5s battery case stores enough juice to double your talk, text and surfing time. It’s rated 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,286 Amazon reviewers and The Wall Street Journal also likes it.

Use your savings to buy a couple discounted MFi Lightning cables for your iPhone, iPod, or iPad.

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Small States: Carved wraps your phone w/ wood from sunken ships & skateboards, multiple giveaways, 15% promo code

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Update (10/11): We have chosen all of the giveaway winners and they have been contacted. Good luck next week!

The phone case market is an ultra competitive area, with companies from all over the world vying to protect your device. When you go to the mall, your opportunities are nearly endless when it comes to wrapping up your iPhone. From leather cases at the Apple Store to knock off plastic cases from China, you’ll find something.

Indiana based case maker Carved is working hard to find its place in that area of the market. With a unique take on design and a simple mission at its core, Carved is creating high quality cases that focus on protection at a fair price.

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American made iPhone 6/6 Plus Spool Dock from Quell & Co. takes a different approach to its style

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Apple left a gaping hole in the accessory world when it decided not to release an updated dock for the new, larger iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. Shortly after their release, third party manufacturers have brought forth some beautiful and functional docks, but most are made of either aluminum or hard plastics.

A new company on the iPhone accessory scene, Quell & Company, which was co-founded by former Nike designer Jeremy Saxton, has created an iPhone Spool Dock that won’t feel out of place amongst modern home decor…

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Relonch accessory camera lets your iPhone 5/6 take “magazine-class” photos

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The Relonch camera hopes to take the best smartphone cameras to another level. Compatible with the iPhone 5s and 6, Relonch Camera is a Lightning equipped accessory that promises to produce “magazine-class” photos. Your iPhone slides into the Relonch camera just like any other iPhone case so installation should only take a few seconds. Relonch doesn’t require a WiFi or Bluetooth connection and it’ll even act as a power bank to keep your iPhone charging…

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uNu DX iPhone 5/5s 2300mAh MFi protective battery case (multiple colors) $40 shipped (Reg. $80)

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Amazon has the uNu Power DX external protective battery case for iPhone 5/5s in black, red or white for $39.99 shipped. That’s around $40 or 50% under the original listing, $39 under the going rate direct from uNu and matching the best prices we’ve ever seen outside of a one day sale when it was…

iloome readies “the world’s first” curved tempered glass screen protector for iPhone 6/6 Plus

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The curved edges of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus are one of my favorite design elements of any smartphone. I absolutely love how the glass flows into the aluminum body. However, this design makes it tricky for manufacturers of screen protectors. All of the protectors we’ve seen so far are either cut about 4mm short to accommodate the curves or attempt to offer edge to edge protection but installation is difficult, which often results in a bubbly mess.

If the first run of iPhone 6 screen protectors haven’t impressed you, then iloome’s SreenMate tempered glass protector with round edges may be what you’ve been waiting for…

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Go Pro Hero4 2014 revealed on video with 30FPS 4K video/120FPS 1080P, current version goes on sale

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How’s your Russian? Apparently Rozetked who got the iPhone 6 ahead of time got their hands on what appears to be the next GoPro4 camera out there with some nice specs in tow. 4K videographers will appreciate the 30FPS and the 120FPS on the 1080P. For still images, you’ll be able to capture 12 megapixel photos at 30 frames per second.

Audio capture is also improved, with the new system capturing 2x the dynamic range.

On the front of the camera is an ultra-wide angle glass lens, and the camera can be set to three different field-of-view settings: Ultra Wide, Medium, and Narrow.

There will be new manual settings for both photography and videography — controls such as color, ISO limit, exposure, and more.

The camera is waterproof down to 131 feet (40m). Other features include built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, exposure settings for nighttime shooting, a “HiLight Tag” feature for marking key moments in footage, a QuikCapture feature for powering up and recording with one button press, and auto low light features.

A few more versions of the new round of GoPros was profiled by Petapixel earlier this week.

If you are looking for a deal on the current version: Best Buy has $50 off the Black version to $349 and  AT&T Accessories Store will give you 25% off when you buy 3 items like the below. So you can get $75 off the GoPro Hero3+ Silver and two accessories. Or you can just add 2 $5 fillers to your cart for $7.50:

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$5 off $20 iPhone 6 accessories at eBay – chargers, cases, car mounts, more

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Update: 9/29 11:45am: This deal is back, but the promo code has changed to CELLSAVE5ON20

You can save $5 off a $20 or more purchase from the Cell Phone Accessories category on eBay with the coupon code: CELLSAVE5ON20 used at checkout. Here are some items worth looking into:

iPhone 6 Cases:

  • Slim Leather Window View Folio Flip Case $4
  • Card Holder Leather Wallet Flip Case  $5
  • Leather Window View Wallet Folio Flip Case  $4
  • Magnetic Hybrid PU Leather Flip Wallet Case $5
  • Leather Flip Wallet Case $4
  • Waterproof/Shockproof/Dirt/Snow Proof Case  $8
  • Hybrid Shockproof/Dirt Proof Rugged Hard Case  $4
  • Metal Aluminum Alloy Bumper Frame Case $6

Batteries and Power banks:

  • Anker Astro 4E 13000mAh External Battery Pack w/ PowerIQ  $24.99
  • Anker Astro E3 10000mAh External Battery Pack $20.99
  • Anker 40W 5-Port Family-Sized Desktop USB Charger with PowerIQ  $20.99

Remember to enter coupon code CELLSAVE5ON20 during checkout to get the discount. 

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Faster 2.1A car/chargers/batteries/surge protectors for iPhone 6/Plus quick charging (roundup)

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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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Daily Deals: HP Officejet Pro AiO Printer: $100, Toshiba (40 pack) AA alkaline batteries: $10, BassBoomz Bluetooth Speaker: $30, more

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Every morning we search for the best Daily Deals using our Daily Deal finder tool and have them here for you every day at 9am.

HP Officejet Pro 8610 e-All-in-One $99.99 (Reg. $199.99) | Staples
Toshiba Blue Line AA Alkaline 1.5V Batteries (40 Batteries) $5+$5 shipping (Reg. $30) | Meh
BassBoomz 2.0 Portable Bluetooth Speaker. Multiple Colors Available $29.99 (Reg. $130) | Groupon
ASUS Google Nexus 7” 32GB WiFi Tablet with Quad-Core 1.2Ghz Processor, 1GB RAM, Bluetooth and MicroSD Expansion Slot refurb $99 (Reg. $249) | Daily Steals
Infinity Instruments 15″ Impact Commercial Analog Wall Clock, Black $14.99 (Reg. $41.99) | Staples
Certified Refurbished Kindle Fire HDX 7″ Tablet $159 (Reg. $209) | Amazon
Tracker Bluetooth Tracking Device – 2 Pack $28.99+$5 shipping (Reg. $64.99) | Electronics.Woot

All these items are on sale until midnight only. So we will continue to curate the top 10 or so best deals we can find from our Daily Deal finder and have them on the site at 9am ET/6am PT.

Past deals still alive:

Small States: The jamstik wireless MIDI guitar controller for iPad, iPhone and Mac, $560 worth of giveaways

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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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Couldn’t score a 128GB iPhone 6 or 6 Plus? Add storage to any iPhone with a wireless drive

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Based on blockbuster preorders and city spanning launch lines, many new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus owners probably had to settle for a different model than they had originally hoped for. iPhone 6 Plus buyers were hit harder as many retail outlets are now quoting October and November shipping estimates for Apple’s largest smartphone.

If you were lusting over the new 128GB models and ended up with 64GB or even 16GB, then you may want to consider these wireless options for increasing your iPhone’s storage capacity…

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Satechi releases new Bluetooth extension arm for capturing exceptional selfies from your smartphone

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Satechi has just introduced the first Smart Selfie Arm that lets you easily and effortlessly perfect your smart phone selfies. It’s compatible with the iPhone 6/6 Plus as well as other iOS and Android phones and features Bluetooth enabled controls. It also has an adjustable ball joint for 360-degree rotation as well as various tilting angles to create unique photos. Just simply pair your phone to the monopod and use the integrated controls “to capture the perfect photo.”

The Smart Selfie Arm is available now on Amazon and from Satechi for only $39.99.

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rooCASE iPhone 6 hybrid case w/ screen protector (multiple colors): $7 shipped (orig. $30)

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Amazon via PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE iPhone 6 Gelledge hybrid case w/ screen protector for $19.98 with free shipping. Coupon code U28MLAJY drops it down to $6.98 with free standard (3-5 day) shipping.

In my opinion, these are some of the best looking budget iPhone 6 cases we’ve seen yet. rooCASE tech accessories traditionally receive favorable reviews. Available in five different styles that complement the three unique iPhone 6 colors: Alpine White, Champagne Gold, Granite Black, Persian Rose, and Space Gray. Features include:

  • Case designed specifically for Apple iPhone 6 (4.7-Inch)
  • Hybrid TPU and Polycarbonate for impact protection and scratch resistance
  • Full Body iPhone 6 coverage & 5H Hardness Screen protector
  • Crystal clear back panel
  • Shield covers for volume and power buttons

Looking for iPhone 6/6 Plus body skins and glass screen protectors? We have an exclusive 20% discount on ZAGG InvisibleShield.

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The best iPhone 6 and 6 Plus docks from Twelve South, Belkin, Henge Docks and more

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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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Blue Mikey Lightning Microphone for iPhone & iPad $90 shipped (10% off)

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Amazon is offering the Blue Microphones Mikey Digital Lightning Microphone for $89.99 shipped. That’s $10 or 10% off the regular list price and the first discount we’ve seen on this Lightning Blue mic.

Based on the same technology used on its popular Yeti and Snowball microphones, Blue’s Mikey is great for live location recording with iPhone and iPad as well as interviews, audio for video and anything else you can think of. It also doubles as a Lightning audio interface for other peripherals with the included 1/8″ input jack for guitars, other mics and line-in devices. Mikey features three recording modes, a 230-degree swivel mount, a USB connector for device charging and is compatible with iPhone 5, 5S, 5C, iPod Touch (5th Gen), iPad (4th Gen) and iPad Mini.

For a complete rundown on everything Mikey has to offer check out our full review along with the quick preview video below:

The Lightning Mikey has received a 4.2/5 star rating among Amazon customers. If you’re interested in the 30-pin model, Amazon currently has it for $44.31 shipped (orig. $100, the current best price we can find), and for even higher quality recordings check out our full review of the Blue Spark which currently sits at $165.96 shipped (Reg. $200, within a $1 or so of lowest on Amazon).

Small States: Grovemade stays true to themselves w/ its handmade tech accessories, giveaway worth $306 + 15% discount

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Update (9/20): Thanks for all of the entries into our Small States giveaway, @morganrhc is our winner and they have been contacted.

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

Introduction
It always seems like small companies based in America have great stories. We’ve seen them time and time again as part of our Small States series, from generational pride to simply solving a problem in your life. But sometimes it all just starts by throwing the football from your workshop across the street to another. For Joe Mansfield and Ken Tomita, that’s how things got started. That’s how Grovemade in Portland, Oregon came to be.

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Should you protect your new iPhone 6/6 Plus with AppleCare+ or SquareTrade?

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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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Mophie Juice Pack Helium 1500mAh iPhone 5/5s battery case $45 shipped (Reg. $80)

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Update (9/15 8:45): BuyDig via eBay is offering the below Mophie battery case for $42.99 shipped.

BuyDig offers the Mophie Juice Pack Helium 1500mAh iPhone 5/5s battery case in metallic for $44.99 with free shipping. The discounted price will be shown once you proceed to checkout. That’s $35 below retail and the best price we’ve seen since July when it was just $5 less.

The Juice Pack Helium arms your iPhone with up to 80% more battery life in an ultra-thin design. Use the included micro USB cord to charge your iPhone and the Mophie battery at the same time. It’s made from a durable polycarbonate to protect your iPhone from bumps and falls.

Amazon (where it costs over $10 more) reviewers rate it 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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Walmart to offer $20 or greater discount on 16GB iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus + $15 gift card on launch day

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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…

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Radio Shack looks to attract iPhone 6 buyers with free $50 iTunes gift cards

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Apple itself and authorized resellers are competiting for your iPhone 6 purchase next week. This battle has spurred some retailers to sweeten the pot with trade-in offers. We’ve already seen Verizon Wireless up the ante with its offer that allows iPhone 4 owners to trade up to an iPhone 6 for free.

Now, Radio Shack is the first retailer to offer a non-trade special on Apple’s all-new line of flagship smartphones…

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Monoprice iPhone 6 cases as low as $5.60 with free shipping

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Monoprice is listing cases for the new iPhone 6 as low as $5.60 with free standard shipping. Choose from several different colors and styles.

These probably aren’t going to be the best case you’ve ever owned, but for less than $6 they should be perfect to hold you over until you can find your ideal case. As of right now, the cases are slated to ship by tomorrow, so you shouldn’t have any problem getting one before September 19th. Note: Monoprice doesn’t mention if any of these cases are compatible with the iPhone 6 Plus.

Another best bet is to pay a couple extra dollars and go with a name brand case (update: buy through the Spigen eBay store to save even more). Either of these options are (probably) a smarter buy than Apple’s newly announced $35 silicone and $45 leather cases.

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Upgrade your iPhone 4 (or newer) to a Verizon iPhone 6 for free w/ 2-yr contract (updated)

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Update (9/12 2:45pm): The trade-in promo is outlined in this press release by Verizon. Update (9/11 11:15am): The promo is still not back up on Verizon’s site, but the details can be found in this post made by a Verizon Wireless Customer Support rep. Update (9/10 5:45pm): Looks like the promo has been removed Verizon’s website. We’re…

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uNu Aero iPhone 5/5s battery case w/ wireless charging $50 shipped (orig. $100)

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Staples has the uNu Aero Series iPhone 5/5s Battery Case with Wireless Charging Technology (black) for $49.99 shipped. That’s $50 or 50% under the original listing, $30 better than Amazon and the best price we’ve ever seen by $10.

With the 2,000mAh, MFi Aero system you can charge with a USB cable traditionally or wirelessly using the included charge pad. All of your device’s features are accessible and it comes with “premium protection from scratches, fingerprints, smudging and bumps.” With this additional juice, Aero says you’ll get 10 hours of talk time, 8 hours of browsing or 42 hours of music playback.

Along with the Apple certification, the Aero case has received a 4.2/5 star rating from over 230 Amazon customers. If you’re looking for a little more power but don’t need the wireless charging, the 2,300mAh uNu DX case is available on Groupon for $39.99 (within $4 of the lowest price ever).

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Native Instruments’ iMaschine now available for free on iOS (Reg. $5)

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The Native Instruments line of Maschine beat production products marry hardware controllers with rich software instruments, loops and effects to create an all-in-one music making suite. The hardware controllers range from the $349 Maschine Mikro up to the $999 Studio model, but Native Instruments also makes a stripped down, yet still very powerful version of its Maschine platform for iOS. Regularly priced at $4.99, iMaschine for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is available as a free download inside of the (also free) Apple Store iPhone/iPod touch app.

Simply download the free Apple Store app and boot it up. Hit the “Store” tab along the bottom and scroll all the way down to the iMaschine icon, then tap on download now for free.

While you certainly won’t find all of the features in iMaschine you’ll have at your disposal in its full fledged counterparts, we are still talking about a very wide range of possibilities here. There are 16 pads for rhythm programming, as well as a keyboard for melodic parts and sampling possibilities from your device’s mic or your iTunes library. It supports the purchase of additional sound packs via in-app purchases much the same as the Maschine hardware, but it does come packed with 100MB of content including 10 projects, 25 kits, and over 400 samples.

You’ll find more features along with quick demo video of musician Jamie Lidell putting this thing to the test below:

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OtterBox Defender Series Case for iPhone 5/5s $15 shipped (Reg. $50)

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Staples has the OtterBox Defender Series Case for the iPhone 5/5s for only $14.99 shipped today. That’s 75% off the list price and tied with Groupon for the lowest price we’ve seen.

The Defender series features a a locking inner plastic shell, built-in screen protector, and outer rubber cover. A belt clip holster is included and you can choose from a few different styles and colors.

*iPhone 5s users: the fingerprint identity sensor will not be accessible with this case.

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Up to 65% off LifeProof Cases for iPads, iPhones, and more

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Update: Your best bet for the iPad Mini is still the Nuud case for iPad Mini

 

For the next two days only, Daily Steals is taking up to 65% off their stock of LifeProof cases for the most popular devices.

“LifeProof cases are Waterproof, Shockproof, Dirtproof, Snowproof, and they are the Thinnest, Lightest, Toughest, Most Advanced Cases Ever Made.”

Here are our picks from the sale:

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Reversible USB Lightning cable available for purchase ahead of its potential launch alongside iPhone 6

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Apple might be readying a new Lightning cable to ship alongside iPhone 6. Even if that doesn’t come to fruition, you can still pick one up right now and solve one of life’s greatest first world problems.

Truffol, an online gadget accessories seller, is now listing a reversible USB Lightning cable for $9.99. It’s 3.3ft long (same as the standard Apple cable), but more importantly, you can insert the USB end with either side facing up (just like the Lightning end):

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Walmart temporarily cuts 16 GB iPhone 5c price to $.97, iPhone 5s now $79

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Walmart has cut the prices of both of the current iPhone models substantially in what looks like some early prep for the iPhone 6, which is expected next month. As noted by Engadget, you’ll be able to get the 16 GB model of the iPhone 5c for only $.97. No, that’s not a typo. The phone is now selling for ninety-seven cent.

The 16 GB iPhone 5s also got yet another price cut, this time down from $99 to $79. Both of these prices are only temporary and will climb back to their usual points in 90 days—unless of course a newer model comes along and knocks the retail price of these handsets down a few bucks.

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IK Multimedia iRig PRO Audio/Midi interface for iPhone, iPad and Mac $118 shipped (Reg. $150)

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Amazon has the IK Multimedia iRig PRO universal Audio/Midi interface for iPhone, iPad and Mac for $117.34 shipped. That’s around $33 or 22% off the regular $150 price tag, $8 under the next best price from a trusted retailer and the lowest we’ve seen this model go for.

The iRig Pro is an all-in-one recording solution for singer/songwriters and podcasters as well more experienced musicians looking for a quick demoing set-up on the go that works with all of their Apple devices. It offers mic and guitar inputs with “high definition, high-quality A/D conversion,” +48V phantom power for use with condenser mics, a suite of music-making software and apps, and will also double as a Midi interface using the included iRig Midi cable.

It comes with three cables: “a Lightning cable for newer iPhones, iPads and the iPad mini; a 30-pin dock connector for “older” devices; and a USB cable for connection to your Mac laptop or desktop.”

It has received a 4.3/5 star rating on Amazon where other iRig interfaces have also received excellent ratings and sit at the top of some Best Seller lists. Amazon also has a great price on the IK Multimedia iRig KEYS Pro Midi keyboard controller for $132.87 shipped (Reg. $150).

Review: Omaker MOMI Ultra Portable Metallic Mini Wireless Bluetooth Speaker in Pink or Blue: $16 (Orig. $80)

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Amazon is offering the Omaker Ultra Portable Metallic Mini Wireless Bluetooth Speaker in Pink or Blue for only $15.99 Prime shipped when you use the coupon code: VBM26USJ at checkout. That’s a $64 savings off the list price and the lowest we’ve seen for the speaker.

Omaker sent us a review unit this week and it works darn well for a $16 speaker.

Their words:

It has a metallic finish with simple design. It features Bluetooth 3.0+EDR and it’s “unique and compact ostrich egg fashion appearance slips easily into your bag for use on the go.” It’s high definition and surprising fullness realized through a 4W driver and bass port – outclassing other similar-sized portable speakers. Built-in big capacity Polymer Lithium Batteries allow for a playback time of up to 8 hours.

Ours:

Is it going to give something like Logitech’s Boom line a run for its money?  No, not at all. But it is pretty nice and a nice accessory for a mobile device. It pairs easily and it actually says in broken english “MOMI IS WAITING FOR YOUR CONNECTION” and then confirms your connection. Then when you lose connection, more broken English.

It sounds a little bit better than the speakers on a MacBook Pro and yet it can fit in your pocket and make speakerphone calls very nicely though we heard an echo in our testing).  It has lasted over 5 hours in our brief testing.

It received 4.6/5 stars and great reviews from Amazon customers. We’re in agreement. If you need a speaker and have $16 to spend, then go for it!

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Jabra Stealth Bluetooth headset goes next level with Siri and Google Now control

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After being announced in late June, Jabra’s next generation Stealth Bluetooth headset has become available for purchase starting today. One of the key features of this new product is the inclusion of Siri and Google Now control, allowing you to pull up your virtual assistant at the touch of a button. This addition allows you to keep your iPhone or Android device in your pocket while still accessing key information on the go.

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1Password developer confirms iOS 8 update will be free for current users, continues sale

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Update: AgileBits is offering 1Password for Mac at 30% off right now for $34.99 (Reg. $50). The iOS version remains on sale for $9.99 (Reg. $18). AgileBits, the team behind the 1Password security app that we’ve reviewed over at 9to5Mac in the past, announced on in a company blog post that the upcoming iOS 8…

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IK Multimedia launches the new iRig Mic HD for iOS and Mac/PC

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IK Multimedia, makers of mobile and home recording gear, are releasing the new iRig Mic HD for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Mac/PC. The HD is an all-in-one recording option designed for home recording, podcasters and online radio broadcasters as well journalists and videographers on the go.

An upgraded version of IK’s previous model mic, the HD is a digital condenser that has a built-in “low-noise high-definition” pre-amp and features 24-bit, 48 kHz A/D converters, that negate the need for a sometimes expensive audio interface. It also has a handy gain control to ensure recordings of all types get tracked properly.

It comes with both a Lightning cable for your iOS devices as well as a USB cable for your Mac or PC (the 30-pin connector is sold separately). It also comes with a mic clip (for standard sized mic stands), a carrying case and a suite of software for iOS and Mac/PC including iRig Recorder, VocaLive and AmpliTube.

While you’re not likely to get the same quality digital conversion through one of these as something like a high quality Apogee interface, you’re also paying a fraction of the price at $129.99. Early impressions seem to be positive in terms of recording quality for the price range, but it may be smart to look into comparable Blue Microphones which have dropped in price recently. However, you’ll still pay significantly more for a mic that does both iOS and Mac/PC like the new iRig HD Pro.

The iRig Mic HD is available for preorder now and will come in a black model and a silver one exclusive to the Apple Store.

rooCASE Dual Layer Hype Hybrid & Armor cases for iPhone 5/5c/5s $3 shipped (orig. up to $30)

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Newegg is offering two different iPhone rooCASE models for just $2.99 shipped today. First is the rooCASE Hype Hybrid Dual Layer Case for iPhone 5/5c/5s for just $2.99 shipped in multiple colors. That’s between $27 and $22 off the original price depending in the model, between $9 and $6 better than Amazon and the lowest we’ve seen the Hybrid go for. It has received a 3.4/5 star rating on Amazon.

Next up is the rooCASE Dual Layer Armor Case for iPhone 5c for just $2.99 shipped, also in multiple colors. That’s between $27 and $22 off the original price depending on the model, $10 under Amazon and the lowest we’ve seen these cases go for.

The rooCASE Dual Layer Armor Case has received a 4.5 star rating on Amazon.

Both models feature:

  • Stylish 2 tone finish with gloss polycarbonate and matte TPU
  • Dual layer protection minimizes bulk while maximizing protection
  • TPU with air pockets protect against drop and shock damage
  • Specifically designed for Apple iPhone with precise cutouts for the camera, speakers and other ports

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Clear tasks and reminders app up to 60% off: Mac $5 (Reg. $10), iOS $2 (Reg. $5)

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Realmac Software has put its popular Clear app for Mac on sale for $4.99. Regularly priced at $9.99, this is the lowest we have ever seen the app go for on the Mac App Store by $2. “Over 2 million people” use Clear for its to-do and reminders tools. With a simplistic gesture-based design for…

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LifeProof nüüd drop/waterproof iPad mini case $30 shipped (orig. $120)

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Staples again offers the LifeProof nüüd Case for iPad mini for $29.99 shipped. That’s $90 off list and $68 better than Amazon, where it is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars.

This is an excellent case for iPad mini users, especially those that are tough on their devices or give them to kids. It is fully submergible to 6.6 feet for 60 minutes in water and meets military standards for drops up to four feet. LifeProof declares that it is the “thinnest, lightest, toughest, most advanced tablet case ever made”.

Note that this is listed for non-retina iPad Minis because it covers the backside noise canceling mic on the sliiiiightly thicker iPad Mini Retina but should otherwise work properly.

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Nexus 7/10 rooCASE tablet cases $4 each

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Update (7/31 1:00pm): All iPhone cases are now sold out.

Amazon is offering some deep discounts today on a wide selection of iPhone cases for just $2.99 from Spigen, Case-Mate, Incipio and more, matching or beating the lowest we’ve seen. Most of which are for iPhone 5/5s but you’ll also find some iPhone 4 and 5c cases as well. There is a complete list of all the options below. Most, if not all of these cases are rated 4+ stars from hundreds of Amazon customers.

We also have a number of Nexus 10 and Nexus 7 (first gen) RooCASE options from $3.99 using code SBB2ITRQ during checkout. The Nexus RooCASE has also received entirely positive reviews on Amazon scoring 4+ stars across the board from hundreds of reviewers.

This promotion is part of Amazon’s Add-on program, which “allows Amazon to offer thousands of low-priced items that would be cost-prohibitive to ship on their own.” These cases will require Prime shipping (free trial) or orders of $35 or more for free shipping.

Head below for a complete list of all of today’s discounted mobile devices cases: 

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Fantastical 2 calendar app for iPhone, iPad and Mac up to 50% off

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Popular mobile app developer Flexibits has kicked off a sale on its highly rated Fantastical 2 calendar app for iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Fantastical 2 for iPad sees a 33% drop from $14.99 down to $9.99, matching the lowest we’ve seen it go for on the App Store since release pricing. The iPhone version is 50% off today dropping from $9.99 to $4.99.

On Mac, the highly rated app gets a 50% drop from $19.99 down to $9.99, which also matches the lowest all time price from the Mac App Store.

Fantastical 2 has received thousands of 4+ star ratings across all platforms. You can find more iOS price drops and freebies in our daily app round ups.

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Belkin charge & sync iPhone dock w/ built-in Lightning cable $16 Prime shipped (Reg. $35)

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Update (7/31: 9:00am): Back in stock and priced as low as $16.19.

Update (7/22 2:15pm): Price bumped to $18.86, which is still less than buying a single Lightning cable from Apple.

Amazon offers the Belkin charge & sync iPhone dock (silver) w/ built-in 4 ft. MFi Lightning cable for $16.95 (3rd party seller charges a few cents less) with free 2-day Prime shipping. All other buyers will need to spend at least $35 to bypass shipping costs. Today’s price is $2 under the going rate for a (shorter) standalone Apple Lightning cable. Features include:

  • Painted aluminum finish
  • Fits most phone cases
  • Uses your existing power supply
  • 4 foot hardwire USB cable
  • Compatible with iPhone 5, iPod touch (5th generation) and iPod nano (7th generation)

Rated 3.6 out of 5 stars from nearly 1,000 Amazon reviewers. Check out other MFi Lightning accessories in our roundup here.

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OTTTD goes free on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch (Reg. $5)

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After a bit of a wait, IGN has now announced OTTTD as July’s Free Game of the Month. Available on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, free promotional codes are available now. Regularly priced at $4.99, the game has dropped to $2.99 on the App Store previously, but this marks this first time we have seen the iOS version go free.

OTTTD (or Over The Top Tower Defense) is not your average tower defense game. It blends elements of real time strategy games, tower defense and giant, flying, undead sharks. While described as “anything-goes TD game that doesn’t take itself seriously,” there is an intense and tactical blend of RD and RTS gameplay at its core.

With additional game modes on the way, there are already 20 story missions, a unique and meaningful tempa-death system and boss battles, as well as a character class and leveling system. You can check out some screenshots and the gameplay trailer below.

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Canon PIXMA Wireless Inkjet All-In-One printer w/ AirPrint: $99 shipped (Reg. $200)

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Amazon is offering the Canon PIXMA Printing Solutions Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Printer (MG7120) for $99 shipped. That’s $100 or 50% off the regular asking price, matching our previous mention and the lowest we’ve ever seen this highly rated printer go for. Today’s deal is available in both the black and white models and marks the only other time we’ve seen these particular printers discounted outside of a one day Amazon sale early last month.

This cloud enabled all-in-one features AirPrint, a 9600 x 2400 dpi photo resolution and more:

  • PIXMA Printing Solutions (PPS): print directly from Facebook, Twitter, Evernote, Flickr, Dropbox
  • 3.5″ Touchscreen LCD and Intelligent Touch System: only the buttons you need illuminate
  • Compatible with: Individual/Combo CLI-251 XL Ink Tanks (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Grey, Black) & PGI-250 XL Pigment Black Ink Tanks. Only Replace The Inks That Run Out!
  • AirPrint: Print wirelessly and effortlessly from your compatible iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch- no drivers needed!
  • Superior 9600 x 2400 dpi photo resolution and gray ink: Load plain and photo paper right into of the printer at the same time!
  • Compatible with Mac and Windows

The Canon PIXMA Printing Solutions Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Printer (MG7120) has received a 4/5 star rating from over 270 customers. Today’s deal is not to be confused with the MG5520 model, which has a smaller display, less functionality and a lower photo printing resolution.

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Get a free $100 Target gift card w/ select iPad purchases plus iTunes, iPhone, and Apple TV deals

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Update (7/6 7:30am): This promotion is now live via Target online and Target stores. Last month Target set the deal world ablaze with its $199 iPad mini deal. This major retailer looks primed to once again launch an unprecedented iPad sale. According to a leaked ad scan that has shown up on several online forums and…

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D-Link Network Surveillance Camera w/ iPhone Remote Viewing: $30 (Orig. $80), Foscam IP/Network Camera w/Night Vision $55 shipped (Orig. $160)

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Rakuten is offering the D-Link Wireless-N Network Surveillance Camera W/ iPhone Remote Viewing for only $30 shipped. New customers can use the code: NEW10 to cut it down to only $20. But even at $30, it’s still 62% off the list price and the lowest price we’ve seen.

The D-Link has a sleek and compact design that fits in the smallest corners of your home and it works with the mydlink iPhone app for on-the go viewing.

Also, Amazon has the Foscam Pan & Tilt IP/Network Camera with Two-Way Audio and Night Vision for only $54.99 shipped. That’s $105 off the list price and the lowest it has ever been.

It features an IR-Cut filter for true color video and images.The IR lights can be turned off manually from the software. Also, audio quality is improved (from the previous model), there will be no noise when speaking into the camera.WPA2 Encryption Supported, Light Frequency 50 / 60 Hz or outdoor, IEEE 802.11b/g/n. Also, They’ve added an audio input jack which can be used with an external microphone.

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OtterBox Commuter Series for iPhone 5/5s (black or white) $15 Prime shipped (Reg. $35)

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Amazon offers the OtterBox Commuter Series iPhone 5/5s case in black or white for $14.99 with free Prime (free trial) shipping. All other orders of $35 or more also ship free. Today’s pricing is 57% below list and at least $10 better than every other reputable retailer (Best Buy, Walmart, etc) we price checked against.

This multi-layer protective case features a self-adhereing screen protector, port covers, and a “slick exterior that makes it easy to slip in and out of pockets.” It’s rated 4.1 out of 5 stars from 5,567 Amazon reviewers.

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Newegg offers $15 off purchases of $50 or more via Google Wallet

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Newegg is currently offering $15 off purchases of $50 or more through the Newegg iOS app when you checkout using Google Wallet. This deal brings a potential savings of 30% off regular priced items site wide until July 14. The discount only applies to regular priced items that total $50 before tax and shipping.

For those that have funds on Google Wallet, this can be a great way to grab some nice discounts on items we are yet to see deep price drops on including the recently released D-Link Wi-Fi Smart Plug (+ $0.01 to pad the order) and other electronics as well as games like Mario Kart 8, Watch Dogs or even DualShock 4 controllers for PS4.

Head below for instructions on how to redeem the discount:

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