Sphero unveils first developer-focused robot under Misty spin-off at CES

After hitting the scene back in June, Sphero spin-off Misty Robotics is ready to unveil its first product. The advanced robotics company is looking to move away from the consumer-friendly toy space with new high-end offerings geared toward developers. Today at CES, Misty unveiled its first release that will be available on a limited-basis as the company feels out potential interest.

The Misty 1 will retail for $1,500, which is a significant jump in price from Sphero’s typical offerings. Initial plans are to offer around just 50 units to start, with potential expansion coming down the line according to CEO Tim Enwall.

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Electronicsforward’ Best of CES 2018 Awards

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It’s been a big week at CES 2018 in Las Vegas with a number of new products across nearly every category. For Electronicsforward, that includes a bevvy of new TVs, smart home products, storage and much more. We hit the show floor over the last few days to find our favorite new releases coming down the line this year.

Hit the jump for this year’s Electronicsforward Best of CES Awards…

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Apple now offering 10.5-inch iPad Pro models as cert. refurbs, save up to $170

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Apple is now officially offering certified refurbished 10.5-inch iPad Pro models for the first time. Deals include both Wi-Fi and Cellular configurations with up to $170 worth of discounts available. Prices start at $549 and go up from there for larger storage capacities and additional features. Free shipping is available across the board.These products have gone through a stringent refurbishment process and ship with a full one-year warranty from Apple, along with all original accessories.

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Anker celebrates CES w/ new deals from $11: PowerCore batteries, Lightning cables, more

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With CES 2018 underway, a number of manufacturers are offering discounts this week to celebrate new releases. One of which is Anker, that is discounting a handful of popular accessories via its Amazon storefront. Our top pick is its PowerCore 5000mAh Ultra-Compact USB Power Bank for $12.99 Prime shipped when promo code Y18A1109 is applied during checkout. That’s good for $5 off the regular going rate and the first discount we’ve tracked since the spring. Features include a 5000mAh battery, charging speeds up to 2A and an overall size of 10cm tall by 3cm wide. Rated 4.5/5 stars.

Other notable Anker deals include:

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iDevices Instinct in-wall switch has built-in Alexa capabilities, more

Today at CES 2018, iDevices has unveiled its new Instinct Wall Switch with Alexa. Designed to control lights first and foremost, this new smart home device can also manage compatible products such as Philipe Hue and others supported by Amazon’s Voice Assistant. This particular light switch is unique because it not only has Alexa-compatibility, but it also allows users to leverage the platform thanks to a built-in speaker and microphone.

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Belkin’s Apple Pencil Stand and Case now on sale for $15 Prime shipped

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Amazon offers the Belkin Case + Stand for Apple Pencil in Gray for $14.99 Prime shipped. Also at Best Buy. Free shipping is available in orders of $35+. For comparison, it has a list price of $30 and typically still goes for that at most online retailers. Rated 4.7/5 stars.

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Behind the Screens: See what gear is in Trevor’s CES 2018 backpack

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Behind the Screens is a new weekly Electronicsforward series that takes you through our writers’ setups, be it mobile, desktop, gaming or home theater. First up is Trevor Daugherty, Senior Editor at Electronicsforward.

CES 2018 is about to kick off in Las Vegas this weekend, and I thought it would be a good time to give you glimpse into my mobile setup. Going on the road requires the essentials like my 2016 13-inch MacBook Pro, external display and batteries. But there’s also room for a Nintendo Switch, too. Head below to see what’s in my CES 2018 backpack.

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Green Deals: Suaoki 100W 18V Solar Panel $99 shipped, more

Suaoki (99% positive feedback all-time) via Amazon offers its 100W 18V Solar Panel Charger with MC4 Connector for $99 shipped when promo code L7V8AVBD is applied during checkout. That’s a $81 savings off the regular going rate and the best that we’ve seen by $20. With a flexible design (up to 30-degrees) and compatibility with popular RVs, boats and more, this solar panel can provide juice just about anywhere. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 120 Amazon reviewers.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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Kohler unwraps gorgeous Alexa-enabled Verdera Mirror, new Konnect smart platform

It’s finally happened. Alexa is in your bathroom. Popular fixture manufacturer Kohler has this morning announced a new platform called Kohler Konnect that delivers Amazon’s voice assistant to the loo. The new line of products will be on display at CES next week and includes a whole array of toilets, mirrors and showers (although only a few sport Alexa at this time).

As you might expect, Kohler is bringing voice automation to a variety of bathroom tasks. And while hitting the exact temperature in your bath is nice, it’s the addition of Alexa to your mirror that has us re-thinking our morning routine.

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iTunes offers 10 popular films for $20 from each decade (up to $80 value)

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After launching a very notable iTunes movie bundle sale on Tuesday, we’ve spotted a handful of new digital film offers this morning. iTunes is now offering new decade bundles that include 10 films for $19.99. There’s upwards of $80 of worth of value here, as many of these individual movies typically sell for $8 each. Of course, each purchase will become a permanent addition to your collection.

Here are your choices:

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Green Deals: ZeroLemon 26800mAh USB-C/A Solar Battery Park $30, more

ZeroLemonOfficial via Amazon offers its 26800mAh USB-C/A Solar Charger and Battery Pack for $29.75 shipped when promo code TFWTY2PV is applied during checkout. That’s good for $18 off the regular price, within $3 of the Amazon all-time low and the best that we can find. This solar charger offers 26800mAh of capacity, USB-C/Quick Charge compatibility and more. Rated 3.8/5 stars.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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Mad Catz makes triumphant return following bankruptcy w/ new wireless gaming gear

Nearly a year after it entered bankruptcy, Mad Catz has returned after all of its assets were purchased by a third-party in China. Operating under the new name Mad Catz Global Limited, the brand is unveiling a fresh line of gaming accessories today. The guys that are officially behind this resurgence have worked at the China-based manufacturing plant for years. Their familiarity with the brand will hopefully serve it well in the years to come.

CES 2018 will mark the official unveiling of a fresh line of Mad Catz accessories. The plan is to show off twelve new products next week in Vegas, including eight mice, two keyboards and two headsets. More details below.

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TiVo looks ahead with ‘Next-Gen Platform’ featuring cloud-based content curation

This morning, TiVo has announced the next generation of its content platform that is heavily-focused on a new streaming service. Dubbed the Next-Gen Platform, TiVo hopes to finally bring the unification of our content across all devices that we’ve been longing for. That includes cable providers, streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, along with your own content.

The Next-Gen Platform will be based around TiVo’s upcoming cloud service that it has been teasing for some time. And while this all seems like an obvious next step for our digital lives, bringing all of our content into one location has largely alluded the big studios and providers to date.

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Twelve South’s iPhone X cases are on sale at Amazon: Journal, Leather, more from $40

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Amazon is offering a handful of Twelve South iPhone X cases at all-times low today. Leading the way is the Journal Case in two colors for $54.99, down from its regular price of $70. Free shipping is available on all of today’s deals. Aside from being an all-time low, this is a rare discount on one of Twelve South’s latest accessories. I’ve been using this case since it was released and have been very pleased with both the fit and finish.

You can also grab the Relaxed Leather Wallet Shell for $39.99 (Reg. $50). This model will carry two bank cards and IDs, making it a perfect companion for a night on the town. Rated 3.5/5 stars. The original Apple fan-favorite is still marked down to $50 (Reg. $60), as well.

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Green Deals: 4-pack Outdoor Solar Waterproof LED Lights $18, more

ZookiDirect (100% positive feedback) via Amazon offers a four-pack of its 28 LED Solar Outdoor Lights for $17.99 Prime shipped when promo code N7H5VR3G is applied during checkout. That’s a $12 savings off the regular price and the lowest offer available. Perfect for outdoor spaces, these lights are solar-powered and provide illumination up to 20-feet away. Rated 4.6/5 stars.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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Roku teases upcoming voice assistant and audio streaming platform ahead of CES

In case Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant weren’t enough, Roku is now throwing itself into the highly-competitive voice assistant space at CES 2018. Although we’ve seen some rumors in recent months that it may be unveiling its own wireless speaker, the popular streaming media player manufacturer has today announced that it will be licensing out its software to third-parties.

Roku has been doing this with its software for years in partnership with TV brands such as TCL and Sharp. This is, however, its first foray into the world of voice assistants. Along with today’s news is word that Roku will be introducing a new partnership with Magnavox to bring even more budget-focused displays to market in 2018.

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Mophie intros 22000mAh powerstation AC to charge MacBooks, USB-C devices, more on-the-go

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Mophie today announced its new powerstation AC, a high-capacity external battery that includes both integrated AC and USB-C power. As one of the most well-known brands in the iPhone accessory game, Mophie has slowly been expanding its offerings to a variety of other product categories. Today’s announcement is arguably its most compelling release in years as technophiles are carrying more devices than ever before that require a variety of power sources.

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Anker rings in the New Year w/ smart home deals & iPhone/Android accessories from $9

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Anker’s Amazon storefront is kicking off the new year with a fresh sale, discounting some of its most popular smart home gear and iPhone/Android accessories. As always, free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $25+. One standout for me is the Eufy Lumos Smart LED Bulb for $12.36, which is down from its regular $18 price tag. These bulbs are a 9to5 favorite, despite the exclusion of HomeKit, because of their low-price and lack of a required hub. Rated 4.1/5 stars. See the rest of today’s top deals below.

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Green Deals: Ryobi 20-inch 12A Corded Electric Snow Blower $119, more

Today only, Home Depot offers up to 35% off select outdoor power equipment from Ryobi and others. The deals start at $59 with free shipping available for all. Our top pick is the Ryobi 20-inch 12A Corded Electric Snow Blower for $119, which is down from its usual $180 price tag. Features include a 20-inch clearing width and 10-inch depth. It has “hassle-free” push-button starting and comes with a three-year warranty. Rated 4.1/5 stars.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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LG details impressive 88-inch 8K OLED display ahead of CES 2018

CES 2018 is just around the corner and many of the top brands and manufacturers will descend on Las Vegas to unveil this year’s hottest tech. LG is already stepping out with details on its upcoming 8K OLED display. While 4K and HDR have both enjoyed more mainstream adoption in the last 12-months – thanks to impressive Black Friday discounts, particularly – the next generation is already starting to develop.

LG plans on introducing a monster 88-inch 8K OLED display at CES next week, which will be both impractical and expensive. Just don’t expect to see 8K content coming anytime soon. You’ll find more details on LG’s upcoming CES announcement after the break.

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Logitech’s MX Master 2S Wireless Mouse is a 9to5 favorite, now $80 (Reg. $100)

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Amazon offers the Logitech MX Master 2S Wireless Mouse with FLOW for $79.99 shipped. Also at Office Depot. That’s a 20% savings off the regular price at retailers like B&H, an Amazon all-time low and the best offer available. We loved it in our hands-on review and Amazon customers have largely agreed.

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Aukey’s $5 Dual-USB Port Wall Charger puts that $19 Apple alternative to shame

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Aukey Direct via Amazon is offering its Dual-USB Port 24W 4.8A Wall Charger in white or black for $4.90 Prime shipped when promo code D5JB66RR is applied during checkout. Typically $14, this is the best price we’ve tracked on this model. Frankly, this is a crazy price on a dual-port USB wall charger. After all, Apple wants $19 for a slower, single port version. Rated 4.4/5 stars.

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Amazon’s New Year’s Day $1 HD movie rental sale has over 200 titles to enjoy

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Amazon is celebrating New Year’s Day by offering over 200 $1 HD Digital movie rentals. Perfect for a lazy holiday on the couch, you’ll find something for everyone in this promotion. Amazon rentals are available for 30-days or 24-hours after pressing play. See the full list of compatible devices here. A few of our top picks are list below or you can dive right into the selection here.

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Amazon First Reads January eBook freebies

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January’s selection of Kindle First Reads freebies is now available. Subscribers to Amazon’s Prime 2-day shipping service receive early access to new Kindle books for free (Reg. $6) before these titles are released.

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Dock your MacBook on Twelve South’s BookArc for $30 (Amazon all-time low)

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Amazon offers the Twelve South BookArc for MacBook in silver for $29.99 shipped after the on-page coupon is clipped. That’s a $20 savings off the regular price, a new Amazon all-time low by $10 and the best that we can find. Rated 4.3/5 stars.

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Garmin’s new vívofit 4 wearable sports over a year of battery life for $80

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While Apple in particular has been dominating the wearable space as of late, there are plenty of other brands still in the mix for your wrist space. Garmin is now on the fourth generation of its popular vívofit wearable, which was just announced this week. Thanks to impressive battery life that surpasses a year this may be its most intriguing offering to date.

Garmin has been offering a wide-range of wearables for some time now. For those that aren’t in need of a full-on smartphone companion, such as Apple Watch, vívofit offers a nice blend of simplicity and fitness tracking. Along with its battery life claims, Garmin is offering an upgraded always-on color display amongst a number of intriguing features this time around.

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Today’s Best iOS & Mac App Deals: Pixel Boat Rush, Dragon Quest, more

In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we are continuing to see massive price drops for the holidays. Those include Pixel Boat Rush, Dragon Quest, and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:

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Today’s Best Game Deals: Assassin’s Creed Origins $30, Nintendo Carrying Case $11, more

Amazon offers Assassin’s Creed Origins for $29.99 shipped for both PS4 and Xbox One. For comparison, it typically sells for around $40 online. Rated 4.5/5 stars. “Ancient Egypt & dash: home of colossal pyramids, gilded tombs, tyrannical god-kings, and the origin story of the Assassins. As Cleopatra empire crumbles, the birth of the Assassin’s Brotherhood will lead to an extraordinary shift of the world order.”

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Down below you’ll find more console game deals and new products. Your daily iOS/Mac app sales are on the way!

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Sonos officially lowers its Play:1 speaker to $149, while Play:3 is now $249

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Over the holiday season we saw a number of Sonos discounts, including the newly-release One Smart Speaker with Alexa. Now, Sonos has official lowered the price of its Play:1 Speaker to $149 and the larger Play:3 to $249. Better yet, Amazon currently has the smaller of the two listed for $143.99 shipped. Today’s new official MSRPs are $50 off the previous regular going rate and the first official drop we’ve ever seen on a Sonos product. You’ll find these new prices at Amazon, B&H, Best Buy and other official retailers. Sonos products consistently receive excellent ratings across the board.

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Amazon saw record sales during the holiday season with more than 4-million Prime sign-ups

As expected, Amazon had a huge holiday season thanks to record sales of its Alexa-enabled devices along with some of the most aggressive Black Friday pricing we’ve seen to date. Amazon today announced that a more than four million people tried or signed up for a Prime membership in just one week. Aside from access to the popular two-day shipping service, continuing expansion to include new content and perks have made the $99 yearly subscription a must-have.

Along with incredible record-breaking numbers on Prime, Amazon also enjoyed impressive year-over-year growth across nearly every product category. Head below for a full breakdown.

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Today’s Best iOS & Mac App Deals: 8bit War Necropolis, This War of Mine, many more

In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we are continuing to see massive price drops for the holidays. Those include 8bit War Necropolis, The War of Mine, Final Fantasy and many more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:

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Today’s Best Game Deals: PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB $360, NBA 2K18 from $28, more

Update 12/26: Amazon offers Assassin’s Creed Origins for $29.99 shipped for both PS4 and Xbox One (Reg. $40). Note: these games are currently shipping 1-2 days after purchase. Rated 4/5 stars.

In today’s best console game deals, following a rare discount on Nintendo Switch, Toys R Us via Rakuten is also marking down Sony’s PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB Console to $359.99 shipped when promo code YEAREND20 is applied during checkout (note: you must be logged in to apply this code.) That’s a $40 savings off the regular price and one of the best straight cash discounts that we’ve seen. Rated 4.5/5 stars.

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Down below you’ll find more console game deals and new products. Your daily iOS/Mac app sales are on the way!

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Echo Buttons are here, but what does Amazon’s Alexa add-on even do?

Echo Buttons were first detailed at Amazon’s big hardware event back in September, but even at that time it was largely unclear what role the gaming-focused add-on would play in the Alexa ecosystem. After a lengthy pre-order process, the colorful Buttons finally started shipping this week (and quickly sold out). There’s currently a one-week lead time to secure a two-pack for $20, which is curious given the simple design and functionality.

Amazon has clearly struck a chord with Alexa owners, but what do Echo Buttons offer this expanding user base?

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iKeyp unveils new Bolt Smart Safe ahead of CES 2018 w/ app control, more

iKeyp first hit the scene back in 2016 with what it called “the world’s first smart personal safe.” After raising over $50,000 on Indiegogo, and successfully shipping its product, iKeyp will be back again at CES 2018 with the newest version of its home storage system.

The new iKeyp Bolt is designed to keep valuable or potentially dangerous items, such as passports or medicine, safe and out of reach in your home. Taking queues from its Pro model that was released earlier this year, the latest version offers the ability to be wall mounted just about anywhere. All of this comes in a slim package that delivers smartphone features to a product category dying from lack of innovation.

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Alexa dominated 2017, but what’s ahead for Amazon’s voice assistant?

While voice assistants had a huge year across just about every platform, one stood out amongst the lot as king of 2017. Amazon’s in-house Alexa smart assistant seemed to pop-up in just about every category, from TVs to streaming platforms, speakers and just about anything in between.

Amazon has used its inherent advantage as the largest online retailer beautifully to expand its Voice Services in 2017. Siri and Google Assistant each saw expansion in 2017 as well, but lack the sheer volume of implementation that Alexa has. And when it comes to this platform, that’s the ultimate goal, right?

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Green Deals: Segway ES1 Electric Scooter w/ 15-mi. Range $330, more

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Amazon offers the Segway ES1 Electric Scooter for $329.99 shipped. Also at Best Buy. That’s a $70 savings off the regular going rate, an Amazon all-time low and the best available. This electric scooter offers up to 15-miles of range and features an anti-braking system, cruise control and shock absorption. Segway products are generally well-rated at Amazon.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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Blink unveils new $99 Video Doorbell that lasts two years on AA batteries

Ring has burst on to the scene in recent years with its ever-expanding lineup of doorbells, security cameras, and more. And while it’s enjoyed being first to market in a number of ways, competition continues to flare up across the industry. The latest of which comes from Blink, which has announced a new battery-powered doorbell with full video functionality. Best of all, and perhaps most worrisome for Ring, its internal batteries last up to two full years on a single charge.

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Electronicsforward Gift Guide: Last minute ideas from under $20

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We’re officially just one week away from Christmas, and that means it’s time to finish up those holiday shopping lists. Over the last two weeks we’ve covered a variety of topics in our gift guides, which you can see here. For the last minute shopper, you can find our favorite go-to gift ideas below that are sure to check every box next week.

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SNES Classic 24-hr. Giveaway: Have Nintendo’s retro console under the Christmas tree

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Update: @Kacaliendo is our winner! Thanks to everyone that entered!

One of the hottest gifts this holiday season has been Nintendo’s SNES Classic console. If you weren’t lucky enough to grab this retro-goodness over the last few weeks, you now have one more chance. We’re running a 24-hour giveaway until Tuesday, December 19th at 1PM and we’ll overnight ship it to the winner for Christmas Day.

To enter, simply retweet this post on Twitter or share on Facebook for a chance to win. We’ll announce a winner tomorrow when the giveaway window closes. Hit the jump for more details on Nintendo’s lust-worthy SNES Classic.

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Amazon announces annual Digital Day sale on December 29th, previews deals

As what has now become an annual tradition, Amazon has announced that its 2017 Digital Day will happen on Friday, December 29th. Much like last year, Amazon will discounting movies, apps, games and more to the best prices of the year. This is ideal timing for those that received a new Fire Tablet, TV, or Kindle E-reader at Christmas. Full details on what you can expect can be found below.

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Best of Electronicsforward: Nike $20 off $100, Sam’s Club 1-Day sale w/ Apple TV 4K deals, more

In this week’s Best of ElectronicsforwardNike takes $20 off orders of $100 sitewide, Sam’s Club 1-Day Sale offers rare Apple TV 4K discounts, and much more.

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Green Deals: 6-pack AmazonBasics 60W A19 LED Light Bulbs $12, more

Amazon offers a six-pack of its AmazonBasics 60W A19 LED Light Bulbs for $11.98 shipped. That’s as much as 25% off the regular price and an Amazon all-time low. These bulbs provide up to 15,000 hours of life and 800 lumens of light with a soft white glow. Of course, you’ll save some energy along the way as well. Rated 4.3/5 stars.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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Blitzen takes your booze on a wild and cold rooftop ride w/ 100-lb. magnets

I’ve done it. You’ve done it. We’ve all done it. Sometimes you’re on your way to a party and the brews are still warm. No one wants that. So instead of holding your beverage of choice outside the Uber window for the next 15 minutes, here’s a new – and kind of crazy way – to chill your drinks before a holiday party.

Blitzen is a rooftop-mounted beverage cooler that uses some crazy strength to keep your growler, wine or champagne stuck to the roof of your car while in route. This isn’t some plastic carrier from Amazon, we’re talking industrial strength tech here that will keep your valuable booze in place at top speeds.

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See who’s on your front porch w/ Ring Video Doorbell Pro: $200 (20% off)

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Amazon offers the Ring Video Doorbell Pro for $199.99 shipped. Also at B&H and Best Buy with a bonus Wi-Fi extender (added in-cart). That’s a 20% savings off the regular price, a match of our Black Friday mention and the lowest available. This is a #1 best-seller at Amazon with over 9,600 reviewers leaving a 4/5 star rating.

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Green Deals: Lutron Caseta HomeKit Dimmer Starter Kit $80, more

Amazon offers the Lutron Caseta HomeKit-enabled Dimmer Starter Kit for $79.95 shipped. Also available at Home Depot. That’s a 20% savings off the usual going rate, a match of the Amazon all-time low and the best offer available. Lutron’s dimmer kit helps cut down on energy costs with schedules and HomeKit functionality. Rated 4.4/5 stars.

Other notable Green Deals today include:

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ecobee4 Smart Thermostat w/ HomeKit support gets 20% discount to $199

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Amazon offers the ecobee4 Smart Thermostat with HomeKit and Alexa support for $199 shipped. Also at Best Buy and Walmart. Today’s offer is 20% off the regular price, a match of the Black Friday price and the lowest currently available. Rated 4.1/5 stars. Learn more in our hands-on review.

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Amazon announces holiday shipping perks and cut-off dates + Walmart, Best Buy, more

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We’re under two weeks away until Christmas, and retailers are beginning to announce last chance offers and shipment cut-off dates. Amazon has officially released its plans for the next two weeks, with Prime members able to shop up until the 23rd with free delivery for Prime members. With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, it’s all the more important to be on top of your purchase plans in the coming weeks.

Along with Amazon, we’ve rounded up a number of other major retailers down below, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy and others. Hit the jump for more details including Amazon’s special Prime offers.

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Gamevice MFi Controller adds support for iPhone X and Sphero Droids, now 20% off

Gamevice has today announced that it is bringing support for those adorable Sphero droids to its Made for iPhone gaming controllers. This exclusive sponsorship brings the remote control to the next level with real joystick and d-pad functionality. Along with today’s news, Gamevice has also elected to drop the price on its flagship device after adding full support for iPhone X and iPhone 8.

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