OtterBox has launched its latest lineup of themed cases. The new Avengers: Infinity War collection includes cases featuring Iron Man, Black Panther, Thanos, and more. They even have a glow-in-the-dark option and one with a 3D effect. Otterbox is also offering a 20% off discount at launch.
Buy Now!This morning, popular accessory-maker Anker has unveiled its new Soundcore Vortex Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones. While hardly its first foray into wireless audio, this is the first time that it has gone away from the earbud design. In typical Anker fashion, these new headphones blend sleek looks and affordability. More below.
FIBARO via its Amazon storefront offers 9to5 readers an exclusive 20% off The Button. This new Apple HomeKit-enabled wireless controller allows you to control Scenes and any of your other HomeKit products with a sturdy but micro-sized hardware switch. Check out 9to5Mac’s hands-on with The Button and some of FIBARO’s other HomeKit products in the video below.
Canon has added a new photo printer to its line-up today. Called the IVY, it is Canon’s smallest and lightest photo printer to date. It weighs less than 6 ounces and measures just 4.7-inches long, 3.2-inches wide, and 0.7-inches high. With a product this portable, you can easily pocket this device alongside your smartphone. In fact, those two items are all that you will need to print photos on the go.
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As of today, Amazon officially owns Ring. In typical fashion, the online giant is already cutting prices. The first generation Ring Doorbell is now priced at $99.99 in various colors. Inventory is still rolling in at Amazon but we’re seeing the price changes already beginning to pop up. The new MSRP returns the Ring Doorbell to its historical Amazon all-time low and around 33% off the previous going rate. Over 29,000 Amazon reviewers have left a 4.1/5 star rating. More details on the acquisition below.
From $65Best Buy is offering several BeatsX and Powerbeats3 headphones in Geek Squad Certified Refurbished condition on sale from $65. You can pick up BeatsX in black or white for $64.99 shipped. Also available in blue and gray for $69.99 shipped. Originally $150, these headphones still fetch as much at Amazon right now with this being one of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen offered. Rated 3.8/5 stars from over 1,400 at Amazon.
Ikea is known for “some assembly required” affordable furniture, but now, the housing megastore is selling Bluetooth speakers. Ikea literally made just about everything besides speakers before. I mean, you can walk into the store and buy everything, even the kitchen sink.
I have several Ikea items in my office/studio, from the company’s Alex drawer units to Linnmon desks, I love Ikea’s affordable home solutions. The Eneby Bluetooth speaker comes in two sizes and two colors, 8×8-inches or 12×12-inches, and either white or black fabric. But, what makes these speakers something to get? Let’s take a closer look.
Newegg is currently offering the EZVIZ Mini O 720p Wi-Fi Security Camera for $19.99 shipped when code EMCPTER74 has been applied at checkout. That’s good for a 50% discount from the going rate at Amazon and Best Buy, beats our previous mention by $20 and is the lowest offer we’ve seen historically. With iOS/Android app control and Alexa support, EZVIZ’s security camera is a budget-friendly way to monitor your home without sacrificing features. Rated 3.9/5 stars from over 100 shoppers.
From $9Nordstrom Rack currently has a huge sale on Incase products. Our top pick is the Metallic Level iPhone 7 Case for $12.97 with free shipping in orders of $100+. Normally $50, this is one of the best prices we’ve tracked and the lowest available. Incase is well-known here at 9to5 and is often our top pick when it comes to protecting your devices. Generally, Incase products are well-rated on Amazon.
Today only, as a part of its Special Buys of the Day, Home Depot is taking up to 40% off Schlage Smart and Traditional Locks. The deals start at $32 but the standout for us the Camelot Connect for $179 in various styles. With a list price of close to $600, today’s offer is good for around $70 off the regular price and a match of the all-time low. Features include compatibility with Z-Wave systems, a no wiring design and “easy installation with a Philips screwdriver”. Rated 4.3/5 stars by 700 Amazon customers.
Today, ROLI is announcing the availability of the Songmaker Kit. The bundle brings together two of company’s latest multi-touch controllers with the Loop Block and over $400 worth of software along with them. The previous kit offered for a very brief time earlier this year and for a limited time in 2016 sold out so quickly the company decided to give it another run.
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Altatac via Rakuten offers the Nest Hello Smart Wi-Fi Video Doorbell for $182.74 shipped when promo code SAVE15 is applied during checkout. Note: you must be logged into your account to use this discount. Regularly $229 at retailers like B&H, today’s offer is $12 less than our previous mention and the best that we can find. Features include full 1080p feeds at up to 30fps, two-way audio, and noise-cancellation. Read more in our launch coverage. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
AnkerDirect is back again with a new sale at Amazon, this week focusing on chargers and cables. The usual Prime shipping requirements apply here with free delivery on orders of $25+. You’ll need to apply an item-specific promo code on most of today’s offerings.
Our top pick is the Anker QuickCharge 3.0 39W Dual-USB Wall Charger for $16.79 when promo code ANKEBEST is applied during checkout. Typically $24, today’s offer is a 30% savings and the best that we can find. This wall charger is perfect for travel with 39W of power, Quick Charge 3.0 capabilities, and a smart light sensor that denotes charging. Rated 4.4/5 stars by over 740 Amazon customers.
$249Amazon offers the Beats Studio 3 Wireless Headphones for $249 shipped in matte black, blue, red, and white. Also at Best Buy in matte black, blue, red, and white. Normally $349, this is one of the lowest that we’ve tracked and the best available. If you’ve been holding off on Beats’ high-end headphones for a good sale, this is about as good as you’ll get. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
It’s Monday and that means a fresh batch of Anker deals via its Amazon storefront. Our top pick is the 12W USB Car Charger with built-in Lightning cable for $11.89. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $25 or more. This car charger sports an integrated Lightning cable (so you won’t lose it!) and pushes out 2.4A while in-use. Rated 3.9/5 stars by over 2,400 Amazon customers.
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Amazon offers the official Apple iPhone X Silicone Case for $34 shipped in black or pink. Typically $39, this is the first notable discount that we’ve tracked at Amazon and an all-time low there. We’re huge fans of Apple’s official iPhone X cases and Amazon customers have largely agreed with the sentiment.
Amazon is offering the Sphero BB-9E App-Enabled Droid with Trainer for $79.99 shipped. Also at Best Buy. That’s $20 under the regular $100 price tag at Apple, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars.
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Anker has been in the smartphone accessory business for some time now, and not only are the company’s products some of our favorites, they’re also many of the most trusted and highly-rated gear for smartphones. Today, Anker has announced 2 new Qi accessories that are the first in its lineup to bring 7.5W charging to iPhone. And to celebrate, Anker is taking up to 20% off its newly-unviceld chargers.
On the heels of Amazon recalling over 250,000 portable battery packs, it might be hard to know which ones you can trust and what you can’t. Well, we’re here to help you make that decision.
When it comes to choosing a portable battery to keep your phone, tablet, or laptop powered while on-the-go, there are many things to think of. Sometimes it can be hard to know whether the battery you’re looking at will suit your specific needs, or whether it will be reliable. Read below for our top picks of what portable battery to keep in your backpacks when your devices are running low.
Last we heard from Pad & Quill the company debuted the Heritage Leather iPad Pro 10.5 Case after the world’s first handmade all-leather iPhone X bumper case made an appearance late last year. Today the company is back to expand its accessory lineup with the new TechFolio Cord Organizer.
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Best Buy offers the Philips Hue A19 Color LED Starter Kit with two free Google Home Minis for $181.99 shipped. For comparison, the starter kit typically goes for $200 alone while the pair of Google Home minis have a represent a $98 value. All together, today’s deal represents a new all-time low. For those looking to dive into smart home setups, this is a great way to get started. Rated 4.7/5 stars.
Patozon (99% positive customer feedback) via Amazon is offering the Mpow FM Transmitter for $13.99, but if you checkout with code VG5HYU62 the price drops to just $9.99 Prime shipped. That’s a $4 discount and the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. You can use the car stereo system to play music from your smartphone through the FM transmitter. Rated 4.6/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its 12000mAh/400A Peak Car Jump Starter and USB Power Bank for $57.99 but if you checkout with code 4ROTYUNC the price will drop to $35.37 shipped. That’s a savings of over $22 and the lowest we’ve seen if offered at Amazon. This 12000mAh power bank can fully recharge an iPhone 4.5 times or an iPad Mini 1.5 times. Rated 4.1/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Patozon (99% positive customer feedback) via Amazon is offering the Mpow H5 Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones for $56.99, but if you checkout with code MPRSH5WI the price will drop to just $36.99 shipped. That’s a $20 discount off the regular listing and the lowest we’ve seen for it at Amazon. These headphones feature advanced active noise canceling (ANC) to give you a peaceful experience where ever you travel. Rated 4.5/5 stars and it’s also the #1 new release in its category.
Amazon is discounting a variety of Twelve South Relaxed Leather iPhone X/8/7/Plus Cases down to as little as $37.55. Colors and price vary here depending on the model, but we’re seeing as much 25% off the regular going rate and multiple all-time lows at Amazon. For iPhone X, I’m partial to the beautiful Cognac color, which is marked down to $38.99. Be sure to check out all of the colors and listings available on this Amazon landing page. Simply click on the model you prefer about halfway down to see which colors and deals are available. Twelve South is responsible for some of our favorite iPhone accessories on the market today and Amazon customers have largely agreed with solid ratings across the board.
OLALA Gadgets via Amazon is offering its S75 7500mAh Slide Power Bank with Apple MFi Lightning & USB Cables for $33.99, but if you checkout with code 7UVD6M4Y the price will drop to only $27.19 shipped. That’s nearly $7 off the regular listing and the lowest we’ve seen for this power bank. It has a unique slide design, the ability to recharge an iPhone 8 almost 3 times over and 2.4A charging ports. Rated 4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Well, we have certainly seen our fair share of unique fitness trackers and body sensor technology. But the folks responsible for VHOOP are taking a bit of a different approach. The new connected fitness device is essentially a smart hula hoop designed to make your workouts a little bit more fun while offering up a broad set of analytics via its Bluetooth connectivity.
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AnkerDirect via Amazon offers its Roav Smart Dual USB Car Charger with iPhone connectivity for $15.99 Prime shipped when promo code F1CHARGE is applied during checkout. That’s a 20% savings off the regular price and the best that we’ve tracked. This isn’t your typical 2.4A car charger, it’s also able to track your vehicle’s built-in battery life and remember via the app where you last parked. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
Aukey Direct via Amazon offers its 3-port USB-C/A Car Charger for $7.40 Prime shipped when promo code 9KYM5X68 is applied during checkout. Regularly $20, today’s offer is a new all-time low by $4. Features include three USB ports, including one USB-C. Charging speeds of up to 2.4A are available with built-in safeguards against excessive current. Rated 4/5 stars.
ICYMI: Anker has launched one of its biggest sales of the year with deals from $7 Prime shipped.
One of our favorite premium Apple accessory makers is back at it again. Today Pad & Quill is introducing its brand new Heritage Leather iPad Pro 10.5 Case. As per usual, you can expect a particularly close attention to detail, high-end materials and the legendary P&Q warranty. Head below for more details.
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Anyone familiar with 9to5Toys and Logic Pros knows how much we like the IK Multimedia production gear. It might not be the absolute best-of-the-best out there, but the affordable price tags, more than capable functionality and seamless integration with our Apple gear puts it atop our list of some of the best in the price range.
Late last year we had a chance to go hands-on with the new iRig Keys I/O hybrid MIDI controller and audio interface. We already found the keyboard to be an amazing pick up for anyone just starting out with music production and even an awesome secondary controller/portable studio for everyone else. Well, today IK announced some new functionality when it comes to direct integration with Apple’s flagship music production software in the form of a new plug-in.
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Secondipity (trusted seller with 97.4% positive feedback) via eBay offers the refurbished Sony MDR-1000X Premium Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones for $169.99 shipped. That’s $130 less than Amazon for a new unit and the lowest we’ve seen them offered. They have 40mm high-sensitivity drivers, frequency response of 4Hz to 40kHz, 20 hour battery, microphone and easy-touch controls. Rated 4.2/5 stars by Amazon shoppers and a 90-day manufacturer warranty applies.
from $36Amazon is offering SanDisk iXpand Flash Drives with Lightning Connectivity in various capacities from $35.99 shipped. One standout is the 128GB model that is going for $75. For comparison, Best Buy and B&H both offer it for $90. Aside from a $70 mention back in November, this is the best we’ve seen in recent months. You can jump to the 256GB configuration for $180 (Reg. $250), although it’s currently backordered. Rated 3.7/5 stars.
AUKEY Direct via Amazon is offering its Mini Bluetooth Speaker with Enhanced Bass and Metal Housing for $27.88 but if you checkout with code AUKEY004 the price will drop to just $17.01 Prime shipped. That’s nearly $11 off the regular listing and a match for the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. This speaker has an ultra-compact size and it delivers 5W sound with a 10-hour long-lasting battery. Rated 4.7/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
F-color (99% positive customer feedback) via Amazon offers its 4-Pack of Clear Waterproof Transparent TPU cases for $13.99, but if you checkout with code ZZ5RYSTP the price will drop to just $9.99 Prime shipped. That’s $4 off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen them offered at Amazon. These waterproof cases are perfect for at the pool and lets you take photos in the water. Rated 4.5/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
MP (99% positive feedback from 3,800+ all-time) via Amazon is currently offering its brown leather 42mm Apple Watch band for $7.99 when code KZAB2OG5 has been applied at checkout. You’ll score free shipping on orders over $25 or with a Prime membership. That’s good for a 50% discount, saving you $8. Today’s deal is the best around and $1 less than the all-time low. Rated 4.4/5 stars from over 1,900 shoppers.
Ever since the OP-1 portable synthesizer hit the scene way back in 2010, Teenage Engineering has made a name for itself in the music production world as a development team to watch out for. The company’s quirky design philosophies and stringent focus on forcing musicians to be creative in new ways has made its way into all of TE’s unique products from OP-1 to the Pocket Operators, and now the upcoming OP-Z.
The miniature portable instrument is much more than your average battery-powered synthesizer. With a vast selection of synth engines, an extremely powerful 16-step sequencer, remote display iOS functionality and, what sounds like, incredibly compelling video/image/lightning integration, this is an entirely new beast all together.
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Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its Quick Charge 2.0 18W USB Car Charger for only $3.99 Prime shipped. That’s about $6 off the regular price and an Amazon all-time low that we’ve seen for it. This tiny adapter includes three different technologies to deliver the fastest charge possible to your devices while on-the-go. Rated 4.1/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Pisen Electronics (98% positive customer feedback) via Amazon is offering its 5000mAh LED Dual-USB Portable Power bank for $18.99, but if you checkout with code MX569APD the price drops to just $12.91 Prime shipped. That’s $6 off the regular price and a match to our previous mention for the lowest we’ve seen for it. This 2-in-1 power bank comes with a folding AC plug and has a 2A output when connected. Rated 4.2/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its Power Strip with 4 USB Ports and 4 Outlets for $19.99, but if you checkout with code AUKEYAS8 the price drops to just $15.99 Prime shipped. That’s $4 off and a match to our previous mention for the lowest we’ve seen for it. It’s time to wrangle your cables with this nice addition to your workspace or even kitchen that charges at up to 2.4A per USB port. Rated 4.3/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
StarTOP (100% positive customer feedback) via Amazon is offering the Seneo iPhone X Wireless Charger for $14.99, but if you checkout with code BZJEXAH5 the price will drop to just $7.94 Prime shipped. That’s more than $7 off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. Now you don’t need cables connected while charging, and your iPhone will be accessible so you can answer a call without having to unplug it. Rated 4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers
TheDigitalGuy (99% positive customer feedback) via eBay is offering the Ring Video Doorbell 2 System for $159.99 shipped. That’s close to $40 off the original listing, $9 less than our previous mention and the lowest we’ve seen for it. Rated 4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
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Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its Foldable On-Ear Wireless Headphones for $59.99, but if you checkout with code AUKEYB52 the price drops to just $37.99 shipped. That’s $22 off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. These headphones have over-sized 40mm drivers, padded ear-cups with soft leather-like surface and connect quickly with Bluetooth 4.1. Rated 4.4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
When it comes to protecting our devices, a case is generally seen as the easiest way to do so. What brand, however, is always a hard decision. I’ve used Urban Armor Gear cases for years, and even have one on my iPad Pro right now. Putting a Urban Armor Gear case on my iPhone X was a no brainer, but they offer several styles, so which should you choose?
One of our favorite Apple accessory makers, Pad & Quill, is now offering up to 15% off on all of its iPhone cases for Valentine’s Day. And it gets even better. Using code PQ5 on any of the discounted cases will drop it down an additional 5%. That’s 20% off all of Pad & Quill’s high-quality and rarely discounted iPhone X/8/7/Plus cases.
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CSHope (99% positive customer feedback) via Amazon is offering its 5-Foot MFi Certified Nylon Braided Lightning Cable for $9.59, but if you checkout with code 3QNDYPDF the price drops to just $5.27 Prime shipped. That’s more than $4 off the regular price and the lowest we could find for a similar type cable elsewhere.
Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its 26500mAh Power Bank with USB-C, Lightning and Micro-USB inputs for $49.99, but if you checkout with code AUKEYP15 the price will drop to $39.99 shipped. That’s a $10 discount off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. This 26500mAh power bank can charge an iPhone 8 up to 10 times over, or an iPad Pro up to 3 times on a single charge. Rated 4.3/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Apogee has been one of the top names in digital audio in the music production world for years. It successfully jumped into the mobile game with its iOS friendly interfaces among other things a few years back, and recently launched the second generation MiC+ USB/Lightning Microphone. Apogee rarely opts for affordability over quality, but we had to give it a run for its money anyway.
We have now had a chance to go hands-on with the company’s latest portable mic over the last little while. Apogee has certainly stepped its game up here, but is it still worth the world-class price tag? Head below for our full review…
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