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A pair of Sony active noise-canceling headphones, an Acer 34″ ultrawide gaming monitor, a Belkin wireless charging stand, an Animal Crossing Switch Lite case, an Instant Pot Duo Nova, a Cubii Pro elliptical, and a Best Buy two for $20 TV show Blu-ray sale lead Thursday’s best deals.
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TODAY’S BEST TECH DEALs
Maybe your old monitor’s starting to feel a little dated, or your work-issued laptop’s screen is starting to feel pretty cramped. Either way, a bigger monitor can give you a better view of whatever pixels need peepin’, and it’ll save your neck the strain of having to stare downwards all day. You could get lost in the sea of monitors to choose from, but all the specs can be tricky to parse, and you won’t really know if you’ll be happy with it until it’s all set up. Samsung’s 32-inch curved 1080p monitor doesn’t offer the best resolution, especially at that screen size, but it’s down to $270 on Newegg, saving you $30. For your money, you’ll still get the benefits of a curved monitor, just without the crispness that a more pricey screen might offer. You won’t care, though, as you’re typing your savings into this month’s budget sheet.
Sony 55″ OLED 4K HDR Smart TV | $1,500 | Amazon
For as long as they’ve been out, OLED TVs are still not as commonplace as LCD panels, and one look at the dollar signs next to their unnecessarily convoluted names will tell you why. Sony’s 55″ A8H Series set, however, packs quite the punch for a modest price. Down 35% from its $2,300 MSRP, this 4K HDR smart TV brings Dolby Vision and HDR10 and compounds them with a slick 120Hz refresh rate. The built-in 4K X-Reality Pro Engine upscales older content to 4K and is exclusive to Sony Bravia smart displays. Live Color makes non-HDR content rife with saturation, and CineMotion ensures you’re always getting a 120Hz-esque refresh rate even from content with lower frame rates.
Better still, for those not already enrolled in Best Buy’s e-commerce ecosystem, the Sony A8H OLED TV is around the same price on Amazon too, down $400 from what it was last week. Driven by Sony’s powerful X1 smart TV processor, you won’t have to shell out for a set-top box on top of an already costly purchase. Just plug, play, and start watching your favorite shows and movies, available on the Android TV platform, with deeper blacks and brighter color palettes than ever before. And while you’re at it, maybe it’s time to upgrade your game consoles to the new PS5 or Xbox Series X/S.
Nothing disrupts a good rhythm at work like the clanging of construction work outside, or the chatter of your neighbors echoing through your frustratingly thin walls. You can’t put a stop to all the noisiness of the outside world, but you can block some of it out with a good pair of noise cancelling headphones. Sony’s WHCH710N wireless headphones are down from $200 to just $98 on Amazon, and Sony claims up to 35 hours of battery life, so you’ll have plenty of charge to get you through the work day.
Having multiple monitors is a godsend for productivity, but add three or more to a desk and things start to feel all too cluttered. There’s also the matter of dealing with bezels creating a perfect split in your workflow, which may be a non-issue in some cases, but sometimes, unimpeded horizontal real estate is a luxury I just can’t live without. Enter ultrawides. They stretch to a wide aspect ratio of around 21:9, which is actually native for many films, but more than getting rid of letterboxing, an ultrawide affords you more than enough room to stack windows side-by-side on the same panel.
In my opinion, they also provide more immersive gaming experiences by exposing more of your surrounding environment in games that don’t crop your view. The Acer Nitro XV340CK is very good for the cause with its 34″ diagonal size (27″ height equivalent), AMD FreeSync, 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and HDR10 support. Its resolution is 3440×1440, which is equivalent to standard 1440p sets and squeezes more than enough pixels in for a sharp picture at this massive size. At Amazon, you can clip a coupon and take $20 off an already heavily discounted price tag for $390 total. That’s the lowest you’re going to find for this particular model, and it’s a great price in general for everything it packs.
The stand is height- and tilt-adjustable, you have more than enough connectivity options between 2x Display Ports, 2x HDMI 2.0 ports, and 2x USB 3.0 ports, and Acer even includes HDMI and USB cables in the box.
At MorningSave, you can add a Belkin Qi wireless charging stand to your desk for $25. This is a 10W charger to achieve max speeds on some of the latest Android smartphones, such as Samsung’s Galaxy family. iPhone users will automatically receive their max charging speed of 7.5W, too. This Belkin unit features non-stick coating on the bottom lip to keep your device from rocking off the ringer while it’s charging.
This deal was originally published in September 2020 and updated with new information on 9/10/2020.
If you aren’t already swimming in SD cards, Lexar is giving you the opportunity to stock up on storage for cameras, computers, and smartphones, and gaming consoles like the Nintendo Switch. SD and microSD cards are up to 40% off at Amazon today only, including this 128GB UHS-II card that’s optimized for video for $46.
If you need to pack as much digital data as possible, there’s a 512GB bronze card that tops out at 95 megabytes per second for just $66, but if you’re working with 4K in a digital camera, you’ll probably want something like this 64GB UHS-II card with a V90 rating signifying up to 90 megabyes per second for uninterrupted 4K video recording and 300 megabytes per second read speeds. That one rings up at $64. Flash card readers are discounted, too.
So maybe you don’t have to worry about your phone running out of juice before calling your 2am Uber home right now, but still, it’s nice to know that your phone won’t give out while you’re on your weekend hike or bike ride. If you need a little extra power to make sure your phone gets through the day, or you just like the peace of mind, you can grab a portable charger to keep your phone from shifting to low power mode. If your phone supports wireless charging, you can also grab a portable battery that you can just plop your phone atop to get a quick boost. Right now, using the code KINJAWL02 plus an on-page coupon, you can get Aukey’s 10000mAh portable wireless charger for $32.
It’s not even cute the first time, but by the thirtieth time you have to tell the pups to keep it down while you’re on a company meeting, it’s exhausting. With a good pair of noise cancelling headphones, you won’t have to keep shifting focus between what your boss is saying and all the pots and pans that are clanging about in the kitchen. While many pairs aren’t cheap, Anker’s Soundcore Life headphones are down to just $45 on Amazon right now. They might not offer the best sound, but if you need something cheap that’ll get the job done, you can get to focusing right away.
TCL 75″ 4K HDR QLED Smart TV | $2,200 | Best Buy
If you’re not familiar with TCL, it’s time to take notice. This manufacturer really stepped its TV game up in recent years. Its panels seem to be sourced from quality vendors, they have all the latest smart features, and most importantly, they’re cheap as all hell. Take this 40-incher, for instance, which comes in at only $180. Granted, you’re only getting 1080p resolution for that money, but that’s more than enough pixels for this size. This one sports Android TV for its smart platform, which means you get access to thousands of apps and games at Google Play, plus Google Assistant and Chromecast functionality built-in.
Now, if your cup runneth over, you should also check out this 75″ 4K QLED, which is normally $3,000, but Best Buy is knocking $800 off the price. With a mini LED backlight and a quantum dot layer sandwiching the display panel, this TV achieves some of the best color and sharpness you’ll get out of LCD-based tech. Its smart platform is based on Roku with all the video apps you can ask for, and it has smart voice functionality with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant onboard, accessible with the included voice remote.
I don’t know about you guys, but I often forget to plug in my (somewhat ancient) iPhone 8 Plus almost every other night, despite the cord being right on my nightstand. I’m sure there are a couple of folks who do the same thing, and I’m here to tell you we don’t have to suffer anymore.
The Anker PowerWave Charging Pad has come through at a low price of $12, so you can charge both iPhones and Androids at a pretty good speed. The best part is that you don’t have to take off your phone case to get a good charge—it can deliver power with cases up to 5mm thick, so don’t worry about your phone mysteriously falling and breaking its back on the cold, hard floor.
We’re starting to see 1TB solid state drives dip down to $70 on a fairly regular basis, and while this deal on a 2.5″ TeamGroup SATA drive doesn’t quite get there, $75 is still a bargain for speedy storage. Add it to any desktop PC or laptop and watch as your operating system flies. Read speeds can get up to 530 megabytes per second, which is no longer the top mark in flash storage, but it’s loads faster than any mechanical drive you may still be clinging to.
It seems doorbell cams have sprung up overnight. I feel like I’m seeing more and more in my neighborhood. My theory is honestly just with people staying home more they are ordering more and things go missing. Sometimes when you have a high volume of packages a few wander away. This is also what my neighbor said after she installed her Ring Doorbell. Well, whether you’re worried about missing deliveries or just curious about who’s outside you can save $50 on this Eufy Smart Doorbell. All you need to do is clip the coupon with the promo code DOORBELL99 see the discount appear at checkout.
Eufy has made some great products over the years (looking at you RoboVacs) and this doorbell cam seems to be a favorite among Amazon reviewers. The cams have surprisingly high resolution and give pretty clear video in HDR with little interruption. With Eufy you don’t need an additional security package for monitoring, you control as much or a little as you want to monitor. The two-way audio allows you to interact with whoever approaches your home. I like that they point out very clearly that the AI tech is smart enough to tell the difference between humans and animals. But if there was a whole host of raccoons knocking over trashcans I’d think I’d like to know. You do get to pick your own fun ringtone from eight options but you will already need to have wires for that aspect of the cam to work.
Otherwise, it’s wireless and works with your WiFi. Connect it with you Alexa to ease communication and see who’s there quickly. Now it says that Eufy ensures that it’s secure and your data is kept private but there’s always a chance with any one of these they could be hacked. But that’s a maybe. All I know is I’d personally feel more secure with one on these outside my home instead of inside.
There’s free 1-day shipping for Prime members.
Maybe your desktop rig is feeling a little slow and you need a more portable way to get your game on, or you just want a computer powerful enough to get through your work day without skimping on the speedy graphics. Either way, a good gaming laptop has a screen that’s nice to look at with plenty of room for work and play. Lenovo’s Legion 5 laptop, which can run up to $1,500 on Amazon, packs 512GB of SSD storage, a 15.6″ FHD IPS 1080p display, 16GB of RAM, and an eight-core processor, can meet your needs. Right now, it’s down to $1,000 on Amazon, so grab it while you can.
The Apple Watch Series 3 is the last one I ever owned, so you know it’s coming from experience when I say I regret ever getting rid of it. While the newer, flashier models come with thinner bezels and always-on displays, I never felt like I was sorely missing out on those features. You can still use the Apple Watch Series 3 to track fitness activity, listen to music, and check your heartbeat. Now $30 off on Amazon, bring home the 38mm GPS model today.
This deal was originally published in June 2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
Ready to play all your music out loud? The Anker Soundcore Flare S+ can deliver big booms of sound and can connect to your devices through Bluetooth, making it easier than ever to listen to the new Megan Thee Stallion EP. It’s 46% off, bringing the price down to $80, which is about $60 off the original list price. Grab this deal before it’s gone.
This deal was originally published in April 2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
I don’t know about you guys, but I often forget to plug in my (somewhat ancient) iPhone 8 Plus almost every other night, despite the cord being right on my nightstand. I’m sure there are a couple of folks who do the same thing, and I’m here to tell you we don’t have to suffer anymore. The Anker PowerWave charging stand duo are grouped in one package for $26, no code necessary.
You can charge both iPhones and Androids at a pretty good speed. The best part is that you don’t have to take off your phone case to get a good charge! It can deliver power with cases up to 5mm thick, so don’t worry about your phone mysteriously falling and breaking its back on the cold, hard floor. I’d grab this duo before it is gone!
This post was written by Ignacia Fulcher on 6/29/20 and updated with new information on 9/8/20.
I’ve tested a few pairs of earbuds and headphones from Mpow over the years and they’ve always been a great budget option to other products on the market. But being less expensive doesn’t mean less quality. The same applies to these Mpow H21 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Headphones, which are currently $22 off when you clip the Amazon coupon.
If your primary reason for a new set of wireless headphones is a noise-canceling option these are for you. When I was traveling my pair from Marshall go everywhere with me and these Mpow are first-rate too. Blockout all that extra noise to relax and listen to your tunes, podcast, or audiobook. This also comes in handy if you’re a hands-free caller. Expect about 65 hours of playtime off of one charge, which is insane for headphones like this. These pair easy and quickly with your phone via Bluetooth and you can be up to thirty-three feet out of range and still expect quality sound. Several happy customers have mentioned the comfort and if I remember correctly the last wireless headphones I tested from them were pretty pleasant to wear for a few hours. Fast charging and long-lasting just what you’re looking for a with a life on the move.
Free 1-day shipping on this item for Prime members.
This deal was originally published in August 2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition (Blue) | $40 | Amazon
With most kids still home from school and many unable to kill hours at the park making fragile sandcastles with local friends, Alexa could be the ultimate alternative. If you’re not weirded out by your little ones talking to an AI robotic voice—which you shouldn’t if they’ve already resorted to their imaginary buddies—the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition could be the perfect substitute. And now, Amazon is bundling it with the Echo Glow, a simple smart lamp that can provide fun nights for. The combo comes through for $50, a 50% discount from their combined MSRPs. You can also get the Echo Dot on its own for $40.
The Echo Dot Kids Edition is just like any other Echo Dot, giving you hands-free access to countless Alexa skills. The difference here is that it has a funky fun color scheme, the skills are all child-friendly, and there’s enough parental control to give you peace of mind.
Kids can ask Alexa to read them a bedtime story or play music, and with a year of FreeTime Unlimited included with every purchase, they’ll never run out of things to check out.
And with the Amazon Echo Glow, you can set up custom lighting routines to have the multi-colored RGB lamp add fun and order to your kids’ routine. You can use it as a countdown timer, a bedtime or “get your ass up and dressed for school” signaler, and even have Alexa start up a light show for some mid-day dance breaks. And no one says you have to be a kid to use it. (Don’t worry, we don’t judge.)
This deal was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer on 4/7/2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
At MorningSave, you can add a Belkin Qi wireless charging stand to your desk for $25. This is a 10W charger to achieve max speeds on some of the latest Android smartphones, such as Samsung’s Galaxy family. iPhone users will automatically receive their max charging speed of 7.5W, too. This Belkin unit features non-stick coating on the bottom lip to keep your device from rocking off the ringer while it’s charging.
Amazon’s Fire Stick is a great little streaming dongle with all of the power of Alexa at its disposal, and it’s down to $30 on Amazon. This device has loads of apps to watch all your favorite movies and shows. Not to mention, you get a year’s subscription to Food Network at no additional cost, which means you can learn new recipes and improve your cooking skills. Grab one of these before they’re gone!
This deal was originally published in June 2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
If you’re an iPhone user with some cash to blow, skip the fakes and the even the lesser AirPods to go for something better. The AirPods Pro stepped the game up with rubber tips, noise cancellation, and better overall audio quality, and you can save $29 on a pair of your own at Amazon, complete with a wireless charging case.
This story was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer on 5/1/2020 and updated by Andrew Hayward with new information on 9/7/2020.
TODAY’S BEST GAMING DEALS
With Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, you’ll see what it’s like to take an empire from sticks and stones to space tech, and thanks to some great forward-thinking by Firaxis and 2K Games, it’s available on every major gaming platform, including the Nintendo Switch. Amazon is allowing you to buy the full game there for just $15, which is an absolute steal for the endless hours this game will steal from you, especially now that you can leave the house and play.
Civilization VI features dozens of civilizations to play, each headed by a unique leader with their own bonuses, perks, and exclusive buildings and units. You can grab an expansion bundle (which is still quite pricey at $50) to add 18 more historical nations to play, plus tons of new gameplay possibilities through the Rise and Fall and Gathering Storm expansions. Add this one to your collection while it’s cheap.
This article was originally published by Quentyn Kennemer on 3/23/2020 and updated by Quentyn Kennemer with new information on 6/8/2020.
After some obfuscated messaging around COVID-19 delays back in March, the TurboGrafx-16 mini is back up for grabs on Amazon, assuming you have $100 to spend. That’s retail price, but with recent stock shortages, you could only find one for double or more on eBay, so we’re calling this a deal. It’s nset to ship in just over a week’s time with a September 19 stock expectation.
Complete with 50 full-fledged seminal classics, the retro gaming console follows the NES and SNES Classic as well as the more evergreen Sega Genesis Mini and PlayStation Classic as yet another throwback system that’ll let you relive the good ol’ days in quarantine (or live through them the first time if you’re under a certain age).
Included in the package, you’ll find the console, a single controller, and an assorted mix of big ticket American TurboGrafx-16 and Japanese PC Engine games like Ys: Book I and II, Dracula X (Castlevania: Rondo Of Blood) Military Madness, Bonk’s Revenge, and more. Although you won’t find a power adapter in the box unless you shell out for the currently sold-out $120 bundle, you can swap in just about any old USB AC plug in its stead. Alternatively, you can upgrade your existing TurboGrafx-16 using this HDMI accessory.
The TurboGrafx-16 Mini was announced last year as the PC Engine Mini in Japan and PC Engine Core Grafx in Europe. The US version has two USB ports and supports a five-way multiplayer adapter. A second controller is available to buy directly from Hori, but the power adapter is still sold out on Amazon.
The perfect gift for the Switch Lite-owning Animal Crossing fanatic in your life just might be this blue and green carrying case by PowerA. Tom Nook is the clear standout on this star-studded design featuring all your favorite characters. Complete with a sturdy handle and plenty of room for accessories, the case is down to $20. This is a pre-order listing, but the expected September 30 ship date is right around the corner.
If you’re on Xbox One and you’ve yet to play Control, head on over to Walmart and get your copy: It’s only $20 right now. If you’ve ever played a Remedy game, like Alan Wake or Quantum Break, you know what to expect from Control … sort of. Inspired by cult classic TV show The X-Files, Control centers around a fictional government agency called the FBC, or Federal Bureau of Control, hence the title.
You play as the Bureau’s new director, Jesse Faden, as she sets out to investigate the bruatlist paranormal HQ known as the Oldest House and along the way telekinesis and learns to levitate, because video games. Control won over 80 awards when it came out last year, and even won Best Art Direction at The Game Awards hosted by Geoff Keighley.
This deal was originally published by Gabe Carey on 9/1/2020 and updated with new information on 9/8/2020.
Prime your Devil Breaker for a long night of demon slaying. Xbox One owners can jump into Devil May Cry 5 with all its DLC included in the Deluxe Edition for just $36 today. That’s the lowest we’ve seen for a physical copy.
Devil May Cry 5 features three playable characters, including Nero, his best friend and ballistics engineer Nico, and V, who looks like a dejected undertaker. Each brandishes their own unique tools and powers to fight the hellbent hordes spilling from a gigantic demonic tree. It’s good fun and one of the best DMC games in the series, so give it a chance, won’t ya?
Time to rewatch The Mandalorian and prepare your mind, body, and soul for season two. We have an official date and we’ll be headed back into the fray with Din Djarin on October 30. This means it’s perfect timing to pre-order this adorable plush of The Child.
He’ll ship while the second season airs so you’ll have the adorable green babe to snuggle during the series. This electronic plushie version comes with a bone broth bowl and the famous desert toad. As you give this oh so cute chicky nugg enthusiast a hug authentic sounds from the show will play. Now the rumor is The Child will be a little older the next go-round so if you want ‘Baby Yoda’ to be a toddler forever this is for you. Soft, sweet, precious he’ll make the perfect gift for any Star Wars fan, just keep him away from dangerous buttons.
Free shipping on orders over $79.
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