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Monday’s Best Deals: Nintendo Switch Lite, Weighted Blankets, Friends Blu-ray, and More


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An Anker USB-C battery pack, ANC headphones, Philips OneBlade, and a Lucky Brand sale lead off Monday’s best deals from around the web.

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Today’s Best Tech Deals

Amazon Echo Wall Clock | $25 | Amazon
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Amazon’s Echo Wall Clock is a revelation for the specific (but I think quite large!) subset of people who:

1) Use Alexa timers in the kitchen with some regularity.

and

2) Don’t have an Echo Show with a screen built in.

Just pop in some batteries, hang the clock, and a ring of LEDs will automatically count down the minutes and final 60 seconds of any timer you set with your voice. It’s elegant, seamless, and I can’t stand how much I love the thing.

It came out late last year for $30, but it just got a rare discount to $25. The clock is ticking on this deal though, so don’t waste any time.



Anker PowerCore+ 26800 USB-C Battery Pack | $68 | Amazon
Anker PowerCore+ 26800 USB-C Battery Pack | $68 | Amazon
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Anker’s PowerCore+ 26800 was one of the first USB-C PD battery packs to hit the market, and to this day is one of the only ones that includes a 30W USB-C wall charger to recharge it (or any of your other gadgets).

At its usual ~$130, it’s a bit overpriced in this day and age, but it’s a solid investment at $68, an all-time low. The aluminum shell is durable and feels premium, and the 30W USB-C port is powerful enough to charge most laptops, albeit slower than their included wall chargers.

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That gets you the battery, the wall charger, and two different chards for recharging: a microUSB cable and a USB-C cable that can charge all 26,800mAh of the battery in just 4.5 hours with the included charging brick.

Don’t need quite that much capacity or power? Check out RAVPower’s 10,000mAh battery with an 18W USB-C port for just $19.



TaoTronics Noise Canceling Over Ear Headphones | $23 | Amazon | Promo code UQ8LNL7F and $5 clippable coupon
TaoTronics Noise Canceling Over Ear Headphones | $23 | Amazon | Promo code UQ8LNL7F and $5 clippable coupon

You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars to enjoy the benefits of noise canceling headphones: These TaoTronics noise canceling over-ears are down to just $23 (twenty three dollars!) today with promo code UQ8LNL7F when you also clip the $5 coupon on the page.

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I’ve actually tried these, and while the ANC isn’t as impressive as what you’d get from Sony or Bose, it definitely works, especially against consistent noises like fans or airplane engines. They’re also extremely comfortable, and fold up for easy storage. $23 is an absolute steal, is what I’m saying, and they’d make a fine gift as well.


The first USB-C battery packs were all gigantic things that were designed for situations like keeping a laptop powered up during a long flight, and indeed, those are great!

But lately, we’ve seen a proliferation of smaller, less powerful, and significantly cheaper USB-C PD packs like this one from RAVPower, just $19 today on Amazon. We’ve had it a few bucks cheaper as part of an exclusive, but this is still an excellent price for what you’re getting.

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Its 18W USB-C port can’t charge a MacBook at full speed (though it can usually maintain its current battery level as long as you aren’t playing games or exporting video), but it’s enough power to charge a Nintendo Switch while you play Zelda at 40,000 feet, or your iPhone at the fastest possible speed before you land (with a compatible Lightning cable). For a lot of us, that’s exactly what we need out of this sort of thing.



Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock | $50 | Amazon
Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock | $50 | Amazon
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Right now, you can pick up this Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock for $50, its lowest price ever. If you’ve got one of those fancy, new MacBooks but wish it had more ports, this unit will do the trick. With HDMI and DisplayPort, USB 3.1 port, and an Ethernet port, this portable unit can also tuck in its USB-C cable so that it isn’t flopping around in your bag.

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While we see a lot of USB-C dongles on sale, Elgato is one of those accessory makers which truly captures the design language of Apple. Add that up, and this’ll feel a lot like a natural extension of your product, as opposed to just an add-on.

Today’s Best Home Deals


Doritos Nacho Cheese Chips, Pack of 40 | $7 | Amazon | Clip $5 coupon
Doritos Nacho Cheese Chips, Pack of 40 | $7 | Amazon | Clip $5 coupon
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If you’re an adult with your own credit card, no one can stop you from buying 40 individual bags of Doritos. When this box of Doritos Nacho Cheese Chips only costs $7, you really can’t even stop yourself.

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You can get the delicious snack for cheap with you select Subscribe & Save and clip the $5 coupon on your first order. You can cancel at any time, or you can keep getting 40 bags of Doritos delivered, just because.



Delsey Gold Box | Amazon
Delsey Gold Box | Amazon
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Summer is officially over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still go on vacation. If your suitcase has truly seen better days, dump it and get yourself a new one during this Delsey Gold Box on Amazon. The one-day sale includes carry-on bags in different sizes, as well as a large checked bag, all ranging in price from $69 to $95.

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This is a Gold Box, which means the prices are for today only and while supplies last.



TaoTronics Mini Essential Oil Diffuser | $7 | Amazon | Promo code WK2J3SOP
TaoTronics Mini Essential Oil Diffuser | $7 | Amazon | Promo code WK2J3SOP
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Do you find that you need time to unwind after a long day? Do yourself a huge favor and get a TaoTronics Mini Essential Oil Diffuser. It is only $7 on Amazon when you use promo code WK2J3SOP. You can use this with your favorite essential oils to destress. Or, it can be used to eliminate unwanted pet and smoking odors.

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If the brand name TaoTronics sounds familiar, that’s because we write about them a lot since our readers lover to buy their headphones. Their noise-canceling headphones are only $23 right now.



3.5 Pounds of Red Vines | $6 | Amazon
3.5 Pounds of Red Vines | $6 | Amazon
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Red Vines are a polarizing candy. Not since candy corn has a sugary snack absorbed so much scorn, but many sophisticates like myself (and not like my coworkers Chelsea and Tercius, who are wrong and bad) find the tough texture to be rewarding. The best candy is the candy that makes you work a bit.

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If you, like me, like to take a swing on the Vine from time to time, you can get a 3.5 pound jar of them for just $6 today on Amazon.



Two Pounds of Ground In Every Box Through 10/15 | Butcher Box
Two Pounds of Ground In Every Box Through 10/15 | Butcher Box
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Update: This is the last week of this deal, so sign up while you can.

It’s back! One of Butcher Box’s most popular welcome offers is hitting the griddle once again, and new customers can get two pounds of free ground beef added to every box for the life of their membership. That’s like eight free burgers every month, or a bunch of tacos, or a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. Just don’t forget the spicy ketchup.

Your bonus beef come bundled with any of Butcher Box’s pre-selected boxes, which are priced at $129 for 24 servings, or $238 for 48 servings, delivered every 30 or 60 days. For a nominal surcharge, you can also build a completely custom box, with your choices of proteins.

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Note: You’ll have to enter your email at the beginning of the process. I know, it’s annoying.



Honey-Can-Do Hyacinth Basket | $12 | Amazon
Honey-Can-Do Hyacinth Basket | $12 | Amazon
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This is a single-use basket, and that use is record storage. Don’t even think about using it to store magazines—or anything else for that matter. Don’t you dare.



Echo Dot Wall Mount | $8 | Amazon | Promo code YP7EYXXD
Echo Dot Wall Mount | $8 | Amazon | Promo code YP7EYXXD

Do you have an Echo Dot in your home and no place for it to go? If you’re short on space, something as small as the Dot can get in the way. If you want to get it off your counter or dresser, you can buy one Echo Dot Wall Mount for $8 or a two-pack for $11 on Amazon when you use the promo code YP7EYXXD.



Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue, 12 Boxes | $15 | Amazon
Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue, 12 Boxes | $15 | Amazon
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Happy first day of fall! While it might still be warm outside, cold and flu season is right around the corner. Do yourself a favor before you get sick, snag 12 boxes of Kleenex Professional Facial Tissue for $15. This giant box of 1,500-count tissues is ideal for teachers who need to restock their classroom, people who work in offices, and well, any human whoever goes outside during cold and flu season.



Coffee Gold Box | Amazon
Coffee Gold Box | Amazon
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Look, I know that K-Cups make pretty bad coffee, and they’re obviously not great for the environment either. But there’s no doubt they’re a convenient option for many, and that trumps all other concerns. I’m not here to judge!

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Today only, Amazon’s discounting several varieties of K-Cups, including McDonalds’ surprisingly good McCafe flavors, as well as Gevalia’s ultra-popular cups. The Gevalias are the best deal (if you don’t mind buying 100), as they come out to just over $.25 per cup, which is about as good as it gets.

The sale also includes a few flavors of iced coffee in cans, if even pushing a button on the Keurig is too much work in the morning.



Anjee 12 lbs Weighted Blanket (48 x 72 Inches) | $36 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code TN2RDHV7Anjee 15 lbs Weighted Blanket (48 x 72 Inches) | $39 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code PTC8HRD3Anjee 15 lbs Weighted Blanket (60 x 80 Inches) | $41 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code RKQMFG4TAnjee 20 lbs Weighted Blanket (60 x 80 Inches) | $53 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code SMZ4HBP6
Anjee 12 lbs Weighted Blanket (48 x 72 Inches) | $36 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code TN2RDHV7

Anjee 15 lbs Weighted Blanket (48 x 72 Inches) | $39 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code PTC8HRD3

Anjee 15 lbs Weighted Blanket (60 x 80 Inches) | $41 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code RKQMFG4T

Anjee 20 lbs Weighted Blanket (60 x 80 Inches) | $53 | Amazon | Clip the $10 coupon and use code SMZ4HBP6
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It’s about to start getting colder out, but anxiety is always in season. In addition to keeping you warm, a weighted blanket can work wonders for your anxiety, and several different models are on sale for the first day of fall, for some of the best prices we’ve ever seen.

The secret to these deals is that they’re two deals in one. For all four blankets, you’ll want to clip the $10 coupon on the page, and then use the blanket-specific promo code at checkout to save even more. $41 for a 15 pounder is a stellar deal, but I’d probably pay $12 more for the 20 pounder. I want my weighted blankets to break ribs.



Evak Fresh Airless Storage Canister Small/Tall | $8 | Amazon
Evak Fresh Airless Storage Canister Small/Tall | $8 | Amazon
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Most airtight food containers have a lid on top, which means there’s still a lot of excess air in the container, slowly degrading the freshness of your food. Prepara’s Evak containers though let you push the lid down the cylinder as you take food out, pushing out excess air along the way. It keeps your food fresh, and looks cool to boot.

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The “small tall” size is down to $8, within about a buck of an all-time low. If it keeps just a single bag of coffee from going bad, it’ll have paid for itself.



Poo-Pourri Toilet Spray | 2 for $15 | Ulta
Poo-Pourri Toilet Spray | 2 for $15 | Ulta
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Everyone poops. Which means literally everyone could use Poo-Pourri Toilet Sprays, now on sale at Ulta for 2 for $15. If you’ve somehow never come across Poo-Pourri before, you’re supposed to spritz this unassuming (all-natural, essential oil) spray into the bowl before doing your business, thus masking any stench with a less offensive smell. And before you shit all over this deal, consider that you could also give it away as a gag gift to ensure you won’t gag upon entering the bathroom again.

Today’s Best Lifestyle Deals


20% Off Orders Up to $400, 30% Off Orders Over $400 | Coach | Promo code FALL19
20% Off Orders Up to $400, 30% Off Orders Over $400 | Coach | Promo code FALL19
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Looking to bag a new bag this season? Coach is taking 30% off orders of $400+ and 20% off orders less than $400 with promo code FALL19. The sale event includes a variety of trendy handbags, backpacks, and wallets, not to mention a few key chains, belts, and even some shoes, all of which could complete any fall look. Just be sure to shop before this sale falls out of style.



Free People Flash Sale | Nordstrom Rack
Free People Flash Sale | Nordstrom Rack
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Ultimate boho brand Free People’s effortlessly cool, vintage-y styles don’t come without some heavy lifting on the part of your wallet. But today, flower children should head over to Nordstrom Rack, where Free People clothing and athletic apparel is marked way down. Move quickly, since free spirits will likely buy up this stock faster than you can say, Coachella weekend 1 passes with car camping included.



Tarte Cosmetics Flash Sale | HauteLook
Tarte Cosmetics Flash Sale | HauteLook
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To kick off the week, HauteLook is offering up a taste of Tarte Cosmetics for less than usual. For the next few days, makeup lovers can save big on several of the brand’s beloved palettes, along with brush sets, lip sets, mascaras, and more. It’s a good lookin’ sale if I’ve ever seen one.


Coalatree Trailhead Shorts | $35 | Huckberry

Shorts-wearing season is coming to an end, but that just means that shorts-discountseason is getting into high gear.

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Coalatree’s Trailhead Shorts are basically just shorter versions of the company’s famous Trailhead Pants, and that’s a very good thing. Four way stretch means they’re flexible, ripstop nylon construction means they’re durable, the elastic waistband means they’re comfortable, and the understated colors means that they don’t look too technical.

Normally priced at $69 (and a nice value at that price), you can get them for just $35 to end the season at Huckberry, including on the Huckberry-exclusive olive green colorway.



25% Off Ahava Products | Ulta
25% Off Ahava Products | Ulta
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The Dead Sea in Israel is known for its supremely salty water and mineral-rich mud; anyone who’s ever visited the site has likely slathered themselves in the stuff. And now, the Israeli skincare company that has bottled the uniquely nutrient-filled Dead Sea dirt is giving it away at a discount. All Ahava products currently on sail—er, sorry—sale at Ulta right now, with 25% off. Test out the Dead Sea Purifying Mud Soap, which sounds counterproductive, but isn’t; stay smooth with Mineral Hand Cream; or hydrate using one of the many lotions infused with Dead Sea botanicals before this deal is dead in the water.



Philips OneBlade | $25 | Woot
Philips OneBlade | $25 | Woot

While it’s not as good as some other OneBlade deals we’ve seen, this Woot discount is a solid chance to save on our favorite shaving product ever.

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For a limited time, you can get a OneBlade for $25, down from the usual $35. The included blade should last you at least 4 months according to Philips, but I’ve used them for over a year with seemingly no ill effects.

If you aren’t familiar with this thing yet, we shared our thoughts about it on The Inventory:

I’m pretty blown away by the Philips OneBlade. I was expecting a deconstructed electric razor or a souped up Gillette Power-style situation, but the OneBlade is more like the next evolution of beard trimmers.

The OneBlade can be used to get a close shave, edge, or trim down to your preferred length. It’s also washable and rechargeable, and the replaceable blades that last an estimated four months are already available on Subscribe and Save.

The OneBlade can be used in the shower or over the sink, with or without shaving cream or oil. To be clear, this is not going to give you a straight razor-close shave, but it’s going to get you 99.5% of the way there in no time and with no irritation.



Baby Foot | $20 | Ulta
Baby Foot | $20 | Ulta
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Your (probably gross from being in sandals all summer) feet could use a little love. So soften those things up with Baby Foot, the OG foot peel that put your gag reflex to the test when it went viral a few years back. Right now, this disgusting-yet-satisfying product is on sale for $20, that’s $5 off its usual price. But really, can you put a price on making your feet shed dead skin like a snake over the course of several days? I think no.



40% Off Sitewide | Lucky Brand
40% Off Sitewide | Lucky Brand
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Well isn’t this lucky: Bohemian-cool retailer Lucky Brand is offering up a sitewide sale just in time for fall: All full-price styles from the retailer is 40% off—not to mention, sale styles are an extra 50% off. So take advantage of this blowout to add to your supply of good jeans, vintage-y tees, shoes, and plenty of other summer styles. Don’t press your luck by waiting too long, though; this sale will be over by tomorrow.



Target REDcard | Sign up before 9/28 to receive $50 off a qualifying $100 purchase
Target REDcard | Sign up before 9/28 to receive $50 off a qualifying $100 purchase

If you ever shop at Target, you should have a Target REDCard. It comes in both credit and debit forms, and both save you 5% on almost everything Target sells. But if you want a little added incentive to sign up, if you get the card between now and September 28, Target will send you a $50 off $100+ coupon in the mail. It has a few restrictions, and expires on November 16, but Target sells an awful lot of stuff, so you should have no trouble using it.

The best part of the REDCard: You don’t have to carry it. You can link it to the Target app on your phone, and use that at checkout at any Target store.

Today’s Best Media Deals


Friends: The Complete Series Blu-ray | $55 | Amazon
Friends: The Complete Series Blu-ray | $55 | Amazon

Friends is leaving Netflix next year, so if you’re a habitual re-watcher, it’d behoove you to buy a copy that you can watch whenever you’d like, without subscribing to Yet Another Streaming Service.

You’ve got a few options. First, Vudu has the complete series on sale for $45 in 1080p remastered HD (click “HDX” from the dropdown), or you can buy individual seasons for just $5 each.

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But if you want a hard copy, Amazon’s selling both DVD and Blu-ray copies of the complete series as part of its Gold Box, for $49 and $54 respectively. Just remember, the prices on the DVD and Blu-ray will only last until the end of the day, or sold out.

Isn’t that just a kick-you-in-the-crotch, spit-on-your-neck fantastic deal?

Today’s Best Gaming Deals


Nintendo Switch Lite | $170 | Rakuten | Promo code SAVE15
Nintendo Switch Lite | $170 | Rakuten | Promo code SAVE15
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If you think of the new Switch Lite as the best Game Boy ever made, rather than a stripped down Nintendo Switch, it’s a remarkably good gaming system. And though it only came out last Friday, you can already save $30 on it from Rakuten with promo code SAVE15.

Judged strictly as a portable personal gaming system, the Switch Lite is better than the original Switch. It’s more compact, which makes it more portable. Since it has no removable parts, the Switch Lite feels much more solid and sturdy than the regular Switch in handheld mode, even though it weighs slightly less at .66 pounds versus .88. The plastic that makes up the Switch Lite’s casing has a soft and slightly rough texture to it that’s a joy on the fingertips.

Note: You’ll have to be signed into a free Rakuten account to use the promo code.

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Deals You May Have Missed


20-Pack AmazonBasics AA Batteries | $6 | Amazon | Clip the 30% coupon20-Pack AmazonBasics AAA Batteries | $5 | Amazon | Clip the 30% coupon
20-Pack AmazonBasics AA Batteries | $6 | Amazon | Clip the 30% coupon

20-Pack AmazonBasics AAA Batteries | $5 | Amazon | Clip the 30% coupon
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One of these days, AA and AAA batteries will be relics of the past, but in the meantime, you might as well get them cheap. These AmazonBasics batteries aren’t rechargeable, but when you clip the 30% coupons, they work out to just a few cents each.



VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Ties Multicolor 60-Pack | $13 | Amazon
VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Ties Multicolor 60-Pack | $13 | Amazon
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Velcro cable ties are an essential part of any home theater, desk, cable drawer, or travel bag, and the multicolored ones can make it easier to track various wires over long distances. Get a pack of 60 for just $13, within a few cents of an all-time low.



Tryone Gooseneck Phone Holder | $8 | Amazon
Tryone Gooseneck Phone Holder | $8 | Amazon
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If we’re being honest here, you probably won’t use this gooseneck smartphone arm very often. But it’s $8, and will probably come in handy often enough to justify the investment.



TaoTronics SoundLiberty 53 True Wireless Headphones | $30 | Amazon | Promo code KINJA78B
TaoTronics SoundLiberty 53 True Wireless Headphones | $30 | Amazon | Promo code KINJA78B

It didn’t take long for true wireless earbuds to go from high-priced status symbols to affordable Amazon commodities, but here we are. TaoTronics’ SoundLiberty 53 headphones feature IPX7 waterproofing, five hours of battery life (and 40 if you include the charging case), and perhaps most impressively of all, Bluetooth 5.0 for a stable connection.

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They’re a solid package for the usual $45, but for $30 (with promo code KINJA78B) it really might be time to cut the cord for good.



Sperry Outlet Tester | $6 | Amazon
Sperry Outlet Tester | $6 | Amazon
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An essential tool for anyone who ever dabbles in electrical work, Sperry’s outlet tester uses a series of three lights and an easy-to-read chart to make sure you avoid any shocking surprises. At under $6, it’s within about $1.50 of the best price we’ve seen, but when it’s lower, it’s usually as an Add-On Item. Today’s deal, by contrast, is eligible for Prime Shipping all by itself.



Fisher Space Pen | $7 | Amazon
Fisher Space Pen | $7 | Amazon
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There’s an old joke that NASA spent millions developing a pen that could write in space, and the Russians used a pencil. Whatever, it was totally worth it. Amazon’s selling the official Fisher space pen for just $7 right now, the best price Amazon’s ever listed. Now, you too can write in zero gravity, in sub-zero temperatures, or even under water.



Nintendo Switch + Bonus Ematic Wired Controller | $300 | Walmart
Nintendo Switch + Bonus Ematic Wired Controller | $300 | Walmart
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We haven’t seen much in the way of deals on the new Nintendo Switch with drastically improved battery life, but if you buy it from Walmart right now at MSRP, they’ll throw in a bonus Ematic wired controller for free. That brings you one step closer to throwing an awesome Super Smash Bros. party.



Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice | $40 | Amazon
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice | $40 | Amazon
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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a deceptively expensive game, since you’ll have to budget for some CBD gummies to keep yourself calm, or failing that, for a new TV after you throw your controller through your current one. That being said, the game by itself is down to $40 on PS4 and Xbox One today.

From Kotaku’s review:

The player quickly becomes the butt of that joke, as Sekiro is punishingly difficult. (This should be shocking to roughly no one, given that it’s made by From Software, developer of the infamously challenging Souls games and Bloodborne.) The combat requires real attention to detail and a willingness to drill down on a few sets of possible reactions. Boss and mid-boss battles are a furious interplay of choreographed patterns mixed with improvisation. First you learn an enemy’s moves; then, maybe five or 10 deaths later, the real battle begins. Learning the early boss Lady Butterfly’s attack patterns is that much more satisfying because the presentation is excellent. She moves like a dancer, and her attack animations tell a story.

I found myself deeply immersed in the way these battles worked, obsessing over each animation, every cue, every possible breakaway combination that could happen as a result of my own reactions. Combat in Sekiro is like a dance, but it’s also like a series of the fastest-ever choose-your-own-adventure branches: Parrying this leads to a thrust. Not blocking leads to a sweep. With the addition of shinobi prosthetics and skills, all of which can be upgraded via skill trees, the options open up immensely. As stubborn as Sekiro is in forcing players to learn how each enemy telegraphs its moves, there are still lots of ways to approach each encounter.



LEGO Stars Wars Advent Calendar | $33 | AmazonLEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar | $33 | Amazon
LEGO Stars Wars Advent Calendar | $33 | Amazon

LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar | $33 | Amazon
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Before another commenter yells at me “it isn’t even Halloween, enough Christmas stuff,” sorry friend. LEGO doesn’t care. Christmas shopping starts right now. The LEGO Stars Wars Advent Calendar is 280 pieces and includes 24 mini-figures, like Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca, a Porg, and more. The LEGO Harry Potter Advent Calendar is 305 pieces and includes seven mini-figures (obviously that includes Ron, Harry, and Hermione).

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Both calendars are a couple of bucks off today, so you’ll want to get them now before they jack up the price for Christmas.


Your car is a great place for a wireless charger, but if you use GPS, audio streaming, and crank your screen to full brightness while you drive, a 5W Qi charger might not quite keep up with your device’s battery drain.

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Enter Anker’s PowerWave, one of the first Qi car mounts to support 7.5W wireless charging for iPhones, the maximum possible speed. It also supports 10W charging for compatible Android phones, though that’s less rare. The catch is that you’ll need a Quick Charge USB car charger to power it, and it’s not included. If your current charger doesn’t include Quick Charge, you can pick up this one for just $11.



Sabrent 2.5" HDD/SSD USB Cable | $8 | Amazon
Sabrent 2.5″ HDD/SSD USB Cable | $8 | Amazon
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If you have any old SSDs lying around, this SATA to USB 3.0 cable can turn them into speedy external drives, with no tools required. Sure, there are plenty of enclosures that will do the same job, but I think it’s kind of cool to be able to see the label of the SSD.


AirPods had their “they look stupid” phase in The Discourse, and then for awhile, they were a meme for wealth. Now, I think they’re just headphones; as invisible as any other headphones. And they’re pretty good ones at that.

In terms of size, fit, and fidgetability, the gen 2 AirPods are the same AirPods that you know and begrudgingly love, but with an upgraded chip that provides Bluetooth 5.0, faster switching between devices, hands-free “Hey Siri” support, and longer battery life when talking on the phone. $169 is a $30 discount, and the best price we’ve seen on the version with the wireless charging case. Don’t need the fancy case? The standard model is also on sale for $144, a $15 discount, and also an all-time low.



Proof Nomad Pants | $78 | Huckberry
Proof Nomad Pants | $78 | Huckberry
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Shorts season is coming to an end, but if you want a break from the typical fall jeans when you’re out and about, you can save $20 on Proof’s popular Nomad Pants today at Huckberry.

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Made from Japanese Toray twill, the Nomad Pants offer more stretch and comfort than a typical pair of chinos, and a hidden zipper pocket with enough space for a passport makes them great for travel. Grab them in five different colors for $78, with free shipping.



Minecraft [Switch] | $20 | Amazon
Minecraft [Switch] | $20 | Amazon
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Minecraft has been available on the Nintendo Switch eShop for awhile, but if you prefer physical copies, or just want to save a few bucks, you can get it from Amazon today for just $20. The Switch version can play online cross-platform, and includes a bunch of Super Mario-themed skins and goodies as well.



Takeya Cold Brew Maker | $16 | Amazon | Clip coupon on page
Takeya Cold Brew Maker | $16 | Amazon | Clip coupon on page

Iced coffee is a brilliant way to sell people ice for the price of coffee (which is mostly water to begin with). Cold brew on the other hand is a different process that results in less acidity, among other benefits, and you can do it yourself at home with this top-selling Takeya, now down to $16 on Amazon after you clip coupon on page, within about a dollar of an all-time low.

This non-coffee drinker bought one of these a couple years ago, and I loved the thing (though admittedly, I have since upgraded to the OXO alternative). All you have to do is fill the basket with ground coffee, fill the container with water, and let it steep overnight in the fridge. The resulting coffee concentrate needs to be watered down, so one batch should last you several days.



SodaStream Jet | $60 | Amazon
SodaStream Jet | $60 | Amazon
Graphic: Shep McAllister

Some people can’t live without their coffee, but for me, it’s fizzy water and diet cola, which is why my SodaStream is one of my most cherished possessions.

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Today on Amazon, you can get a SodaStream Jet from Amazon for just $60, complete with a free full-sized CO2 canister, and a carbonating bottle to get you started. I’ve owned one of these for years, and it’s paid for itself many times over.



Govee Car Interior Lighting Kit | $12 | Amazon | Promo code WUVEEVAA
Govee Car Interior Lighting Kit | $12 | Amazon | Promo code WUVEEVAA
Photo: Amazon

When you buy a new car, you may be given the option to install accent lighting for, like, $300 or so. Don’t do that.

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But for $12? Sure, why not? Use promo code WUVEEVAA at checkout to get this Govee interior lighting kit for $7 off. It can display 32 colors, it has a built-in microphone to (optionally) pulse along with your music, and it includes four light strip sections to go under four different seats. Just plug it into a USB port, and don’t lose the remote!


10% Off Your Order | Public Rec | Promo code KINJA10
10% Off Your Order | Public Rec | Promo code KINJA10
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Have you been looking for a pair of pants that are stylish enough to wear to work, but also comfortable enough to wear to the gym? Meet the All Day Every Day Pant from Public Rec. The pants are crafted for men on the move, as an alternative to sweatpants, but a more comfortable option than jeans. Right now, you can get 10% off your order when you use promo code KINJA10.

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If you’re looking for something a little dressier, though I will concede and say the Every Day Pant isn’t slouchy, the WorkDay Pant might be a better fit for you. If you want to get both or a pair of joggers, the promo code applies to your entire cart (one time only). Public Rec has free shipping and free returns on their orders.



LEGO Star Wars UCS Imperial Star Destroyer | $700 | LEGO | Earn an estimated 9,100 VIP points at checkout
LEGO Star Wars UCS Imperial Star Destroyer | $700 | LEGO | Earn an estimated 9,100 VIP points at checkout
Photo: LEGO

LEGO’s upcoming 4784-piece Star Destroyer looks like one of the most stunning LEGO Star Wars sets in a long and rich tradition of amazing LEGO Star Wars sets, and if you preorder it through LEGO today, you’ll get double VIP points with a free LEGO VIP account.

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After you checkout, you’ll earn an estimated 9,100 VIP points through this promotion, which would be enough for two tickets to LEGOLAND, or six tickets to any LEGOLAND Discovery Center.



60% Off Select Styles | Columbia | Promo code SAVEONDEALS
60% Off Select Styles | Columbia | Promo code SAVEONDEALS

The cold weather is on the way, so you’ll definitely need a jacket for the rest of the year. Luckily, several select items from Columbia that would be perfect for fall’s breeziest nights are 60% off their original price with promo codeSAVEONDEALS. Gear up now, and get ready for whatever the weather throws your way.



Super Mario Maker 2 | $47 | eBay
Super Mario Maker 2 | $47 | eBay
Screenshot: Kotaku

Super Mario Maker 2 has enough Nintendo-crafted Mario levels to be worth its $60 MSRP, and the endless ecosystem of player-created levels is one of the most creative spaces in all of gaming. If you were holding out for a deal though, you can grab a copy on eBay today for $47.



Anker Powerwave Qi Stand 2-Pack | $30 | Amazon | Promo code KJEB2524
Anker Powerwave Qi Stand 2-Pack | $30 | Amazon | Promo code KJEB2524
Graphic: Shep McAllister

Anyone that charges their phone wirelessly knows that having one Qi charger in the house isn’t enough. No, you want them on just about every horizontal surface, so that you can ABC (Always Be Charging).

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Anker’s PowerWave stands hold your phone at a good viewing angle, support 7.5W iPhone charging (with a Quick Charge wall adapter – not included), and are only $15 each when you buy a two-pack today. Just use promo code KJEB2524 at checkout to get the deal.


Anker Roav Viva | $20 | Amazon | Clip the 11% coupon

Love Alexa, and wish you could take her with you on your commute? Anker’s running the best deal ever on their hands-free, Alexa-enabled car charger today after you clip the 11% coupon (the list price is already a significant discount from its usual price, as it stands)

You can check out my full impressions here, but the Roav VIVA from Anker does an admirable job of providing hands-free Alexa access while you’re driving, including turn-by-turn directions, your daily briefing, and even third party Alexa apps like Jeopardy. As befitting an Anker product, it’s also a dual port car charger, albeit an awkwardly designed one.



Private Internet Access Old Price Sale | Private Internet Access
Private Internet Access Old Price Sale | Private Internet Access

Back in March, Private Internet Access (our readers’ favorite VPN service) raised its prices for the first time ever. And while our readers can still get an exclusive 3-years for $99 plan, they just lowered their other plans back to their old prices for a limited time.

faThe reason this is a big deal is that you can renew your membership as many times as you want at whatever price you originally paid. Once the prices go back to normal, you’ll still be locked into the lower rate.

Here are the new (old) promotional prices, along with what you’d normally pay:

  • 1 month: $6.95 (down from $9.99)
  • 1 year: $39.95 (down from $71.88)

Clearly, the annual plan is the sweet spot here if you don’t want to commit to the three-year plan, but $6.95/month for 10 simultaneous connections, clients for just about every conceivable device, and servers in 32 countries (foreign Netflix, anyone?). We aren’t sure when the prices will go back up, so you probably want to lock in your account ASAP.

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