Update: The Gold Box offer has now expired.
Anker’s spin-off brand focused on home goods, Eufy, has been cranking out new products for nearly a year now. Amidst its lineup of LED lights and humidifiers is the RoboVac 11. This automated vacuum brings all of the key features you’d find on a Roomba for a fraction of the cost. And thanks to today’s Amazon Gold Box, you can grab one for even less. Head below for more details and a quick look at its features.
In this week’s Best of Electronicsforward: we go hands-on with This is Ground’s new Apple Watch Band collection, the latest iPad gets another discount, Restoration Hardware has an iPhone/iPad accessory sale and we’re hosting a Twelve South giveaway. Head below for more.
Have you heard this before? The official bands for Apple Watch are way too expensive. We’ve told you that. A few times. And while there are plenty of options out there, finding the balance between affordable and quality materials can be difficult.
After years of success creating handmade accessories in LA, This is Ground has decided to turn its attention to Apple Watch. It’s playing up this new line of Band Connoisseur for Apple Watch as having the same attention to detail as we’ve come to expect while going abroad for Italian craftsmanship. If you’re a fan of This is Ground’s natural handcrafted looks, you’ll feel right at home with one of its new Apple Watch bands on your wrist.
The iTunes Movie Store today launched a sale focused on LEGO, super hero, and science fiction films in celebration of the newest LEGO Batman release. There’s a wide range of flicks receiving price drops today with prices starting at $4.99. Many of today’s listing usually go for around $15. Remember, each of these films will become permanent additions to your iTunes library after purchase.
Amazon offers the GreenWorks Pro 80V 16-inch Cordless String Trimmer 2Ah Battery and Charger for $148.85 shipped. That’s a $81 savings off the original MSRP, the second best offer that we’ve seen at Amazon this year and the lowest price currently available. The included 2.0Ah battery provides up to 45 minutes of run time on a full charge. Brushless motors provide “gas equivalent performance” alongside a 16-inch string trimmer. Rated 3.9/5 stars.
This week’s 9to5Rewards comes from Twelve South, who is partnering with us to give away two of its new ActionSleeve Armbands for Apple Watch.
Amazon offers the Osprey Farpoint 55 Travel Backpack in Volcanic Grey for $134.91 shipped. Also at Backcountry. That’s a $45 savings off the regular price at most online retailers and within $6 of the lowest price that we’ve seen at Amazon during the holidays last year. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
DJI’s official Newegg store offers its Phantom 4 Drone in certified refurbished condition for $729 shipped. That’s a $670 savings off the original price, down $200 from most online retailers for a new condition model and $1 less than our previous mention. Buying direct from DJI has a number of benefits, including a standard warranty from the manufacturer. We loved the Phantom 4 in our hands-on review and Best Buy customers largely agree leaving a 4.7/5 star rating.
Adorama’s official eBay store offers the Ricoh SP C250SD Color Laser Multi-function Printer for $134.99 shipped. For comparison, it has a list price of $399 and usually sells for around $180 online. Today’s deal is a match of our previous mention from February and the best offer currently available. Rated 4/5 stars.
Amazon offers the Yamaha RX-V681BL 7.2-Ch. MusicCast 4K A/V Receiver w/ Bluetooth and AirPlay for $435 shipped. That’s a $215 savings off the original price, down $165 from most online retailers until this week’s price drop and an Amazon all-time low. Today’s sale price is $44 less than Best Buy’s clearance offer. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Electronicsforward Specials is offering PDFConverterOCR 4 for Mac with a Lifetime License for $16.99 when promo code 9T5PDF is used during checkout. For comparison, it sells for $50 direct and our previous mention was $20. Today’s deal is the best available.
Daily Steals offers Apple’s Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2 in certified refurbished condition for $110 shipped when promo code Electronicsforward15 is applied during checkout.. That’s a $68 savings off the bundled price from Apple. There are a few third-party refurb offers at Amazon for around $125. Today’s deal is the best that we can find. A 90-day warranty is included with purchase.
Featuring a new design, Magic Mouse 2 is completely rechargeable, so you’ll eliminate the use of traditional batteries. It’s lighter, has fewer moving parts thanks to its built-in battery and continuous bottom shell, and has an optimized foot design — all helping Magic Mouse 2 track easier and move with less resistance across your desk. And the Multi-Touch surface allows you to perform simple gestures such as swiping between web pages and scrolling through documents. Magic Mouse 2 is ready to go right out of the box and pairs automatically with your Mac.
Watch out LEGO fans, the Minecraft collection is about to expand in a big way. Today, LEGO revealed the new 2,863-piece Mountain Cave set that delivers one of the most thorough recreations we’ve ever seen. Minecraft itself is known for its friendly block-by-block building experience. That makes it a perfect companion for the iconic brand. While LEGO has slowly rolled out plenty of similar sets in the past with this theme, today’s is one of the the biggest…and most expensive.
GameStop offers the Blue Yeti Blackout Microphone bundled with Watch Dogs 2 (PC) for $89.99 shipped. For comparison, the microphone alone usually sells for $129 at most online retailers including Amazon. As well, the game itself is selling for $60. Blue’s Yeti Microphone is an industry favorite for entry-level podcasters and Amazon customers too, with over 5,200 leaving a 4.5/5 star rating.
Groupon offers a free three-month subscription to Scribd, the online audiobook service. For comparison, new subscribers are typically only privy to a one-month subscription. Following the initial trial period, each month usually goes for $9. Today’s deal is a $27 value and a match for the best that we’ve seen. You can learn more about Scribd and how it compares to other popular reading services here. Note: this will automatically roll over into a full subscription once the trial is complete.
Finish Line launched its End of Season Sale, taking up to 50% off shoes and apparel from top brands like Nike, Rebook, adidas, Jordan and more. Free shipping is available on most items in this sale but does vary depending on location, etc.
Home Depot offers the Ryobi 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless Hedge Trimmer and Blower combo kit for $159 shipped. That’s a $70 savings and good for 31% off the regular price. Today’s offer is the best available. This is the perfect all-in-one cordless starter kit for the summer. Ships with two 18V batteries and a charger, plus the string trimmer, blower and hedge trimmer. Rated 4.2/5 stars.
Amazon has refreshed its Fire tablet lineup this morning with new features, specs and a special Kids edition. As well, today’s news includes a slight price drop on the HD 8 while the Fire 7 stays at the same price. Amazon’s budget-focused tablets have long been a hit with parents looking for an alternative to Apple’s much pricier iPads. And thanks to the recently announced FreeTime unlimited, parents are in more control over how their kids spend time than ever before. More details and a special launch-day deal are below.
Amazon offers the Philips HF3500 Wake-Up Light with Sunrise Simulation for $39.99 shipped. That’s a $30 savings off the original price, an Amazon all-time low and the best offer currently available. Rated 3.8/5 stars by over 1,200 reviewers.
Eddie Bauer is taking 40% off sitewide when promo code FIR is applied during checkout. This is a match for the strongest offer that we’ve seen this year from the popular retailer. Eddie Bauer is responsible for some of our favorite outdoor clothing and accessories, so we’re all-in for this sale. Free shipping is available on orders of $49 or more.
Shop Eddie Bauer’s entire selection of gear, accessories and new styles for even more deals.
Patozon (99% positive feedback from 116,000+) via Amazon is offering 20% or more off on its Mpow 20 LED Outdoor Solar LED Lights when an item-specific code is applied during checkout. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $25+.
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These solar LED lights are an easy way to add a little extra illumination to your driveway or garden path without worrying about batteries. Each model is IP64 certificatied against water and features three lighting modes plus a 26-foot sensor. Rated 4.5/5 stars by over 915 Amazon customers.
With the popularity of consumer drones soaring sky high, we’ve seen an entire secondary industry of accessories and services created just for quadcopters. That’s to be expected with any emerging product category as we all need bags, extra batteries and other add-ons. And while Amazon has you covered with all of those, it’s hard to know what to do when your drone needs serviced.
A few weeks back I found myself in this very situation. Having flown my DJI Phantom into a patch of trees (the shot was epic!), I began scouring the interwebs for a solution to getting my drone back into the sky. Turns out, I didn’t even know where to start. Enter Drone Nerds. One of the few DJI authorized retailers and repair centers in the United States. So, with broken drone in-hand, I made my way to the Post Office in hopes that the kind fellas and gals in Florida could get me back up and running sooner rather than later…
BlueSPRY (98.3% positive feedback from 131,000+, Top-Rated Seller) via eBay Daily Deals offers Apple’s iPhone 6s Plus 64GB (unlocked) in multiple colors for $549.99 shipped. For comparison, Apple currently charges $589 for this model in refurbished condition and the 32GB capacity new for $649.
Amazon offers TCP’s six-pack of 65W BR30 LED Flood Light Bulbs for $16.99 Prime shipped. That’s nearly a 50% savings off the list price, down $4 from our previous deal price and an Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.5/5 stars. Switching to LED light bulbs has a number of benefits, including lower energy consumption and longer battery life.
Michael Jordan’s iconic Nike-backed Jordan Brand has dominated the world of basketball shoes for years. And while many think of MJ for his on-court greatness, he’s also known for his impressive golfing acumen as well. Jordan has expanded his empire over the years in a variety of ways, including sports other than basketball.
Following in the footsteps of the Air Jordan 9 and 1 Golf, Nike is introducing the new Air Jordan 13 this week. Leaning on the memorable 1997 design, these new golf shoes bring style and performance to the course in a whole new way. That is, if you can get your hands on them…
Amazon offers the Ivy Smart Lightning Bundle with HomeKit for $79.49 shipped. That’s a $20 savings off the regular going rate at Apple and the best offer that we’ve seen at Amazon since December. Rated 3.9/5 stars.
Amazon is offering a handful of its AmazonBasics Felt MacBook Sleeves priced from $3.69. You’ll note these are add-on items, so you’ll need to include each item in orders of $25 or more to lock in the discounted price. Free shipping is available for Prime members or totals of $25+.
These felt sleeves have a main storage compartment, two back pockets and a tablet holder for devices up to nine-inches. Rated 4.4/5 stars by 677 Amazon customers.
Best Buy’s eBay store offers the Ring Home Security Kit for $399.99 shipped. Also available direct. That’s a $100 savings off the regular price and the lowest offer that we’ve seen. For further comparison, this three camera kit would cost you $540-$600 if purchased separately. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
Need a single camera? Ring’s Stick Up Cam is currently $20 off at Amazon.
Amazon offers the Antennas Direct ClearStream 4 Indoor/Outdoor 70-mile HDTV Antenna for $78.87 shipped. That’s a $62 savings off the original price, down $40+ from online retailers like Staples and the best that we’ve seen at Amazon since 2015. Antennas Direct is one of the most trusted names in this product category and Amazon customer largely agree, with over 1,500 leaving a 4.2/5 star rating.
In this week’s Best of Electronicsforward: Mother’s Day discounts loaded up the deal scene with discounts on Amazon Echo and Kindle, plus a rare sale on Sonos speakers and Apple Watch Series 1/2. As well, we went hands-on with a number of products including Colorware’s new JoyCons and Blue’s latest headphones. Head below for more.
Lucky Brand is celebrating the weekend with an extra 50% off sale items. That means some of our favorite jeans, shirts and accessories are discounted even further than usual. Free shipping is available on orders of $50 or more. Note: discounts are reflected at checkout.
This week we’re partnering with our friends over at Elago to give four lucky Electronicsforward readers a pair of W3 and W4 Vintage Mac-inspired Apple Watch Stands. Head below to find out how you could win one for yourself.
The official WORX eBay Store offers its WG255 20-inch 20V Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer for $47.99 shipped in new-other condition. That’s a $72 savings off the original price, down $51 from Amazon’s new condition listing and the best offer currently available. This 20V hedge trimmer features a 20-inch blade and “ergonomic” design. Note: new-other condition simply means the toll is in new condition, but comes in a brown box. Rated 3.8/5 stars.
Amazon offers the Bodum 34-ounce Pour Over Coffee Maker for $15.14 Prime shipped. That’s 50% off the original price, down $4 from Target and an Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.4/5 stars.
Amazon offers its Prime members the AmazonBasics Lightning Dock/Clock Radio for $33.99 shipped. That’s a $26 savings off the original price, a few dollars less than our previous mention and the best offer available. Rated 3.5/5 stars.
Nike is known for its iconic shoe designs, from the original Air Jordan’s to its infamous Waffle Iron cross-trainers. Now it’s bringing some of its most popular looks to your iPhone. Unveiled this week, Nike is now offering cases for Apple’s flagship device that are direct reproductions of the soles from favorite shoes such as the original Air Force 1s and its Roshe line…
Amazon offers its Prime members the HP 25-inch IPS LED 1080p Monitor for $149.99 shipped. Also at Newegg. That’s an $80 savings off the original price, down $48 from Best Buy and within a few dollars of the Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.5/5 stars.
Amazon offers the GE Bluetooth Outdoor Smart Switch and Outlet for $29.99 shipped. Also at Walmart. That’s a 25% savings off the regular going rate and the best offer that we’ve seen at Amazon in over a year. Rated 3.6/5 stars.
Amazon offers the WORX WG520 12A Corded Electric Leaf Blower for $43.63 shipped. That’s over $16 off the regular going rate at retailers like Home Depot and an Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.7/5 stars. This WORX Leaf Blower pumps out 100mph of air for cleaning your driveway, sidewalk and more. It includes with a three-year warranty and weighs just 6.4-pounds. You’ll need an outdoor extension cord for your new setup, we recommend this 50-foot option for $13.50 Prime shipped.
Have you ever considered building an outdoor pizza oven? If you haven’t, let me spare you the pain. It’s time consuming and pricey. I’ve attempted to go down this road a few times with varying degrees of success. But I keep coming back to it over and over again. The reality is, it just doesn’t get much better than the experience of cooking your own pie over an open flame.
Despite my love affair with wood-fired pizza, it’s tough to recommend going this route. So how do we bring home that Neapolitan goodness without breaking the bank? Städler Made recently took to Kickstarter with its Euro-styled metal outdoor pizza oven that is both affordable, and clever. Made from steel alloy and capable of hitting temperatures over 750-degrees, this $300 pizza oven has me drooling over my keyboard…and the response from crowd-funders has been the same.
Bose is discounting its SoundTouch Series III Wireless Speaker at authorized retailers, bringing each model down by at least 10%. While not a massive discount, this is the first price drop that we’ve seen on these popular speakers from Bose.
The entry-level SoundTouch 10 is on sale for $179 at Amazon, as well as B&H. It can be had for $1 more at Best Buy and Target. This compact speaker offers Wi-Fi connectivity for multi-room functions and support for audio formats such as MP3, AAC, FLAC and more, as well as access to streaming services like Spotify. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 575 Amazon customers.
Looking for more power? The larger SoundTouch 20 is on sale for $314 (Reg. $349) at Amazon. You can also pick up the top of the line SoundTouch 30 for $449 (Reg. $499) too.
ICYMI: Bose will sell you its Solo 15 Series II Sound System (refurb) for $250.
Amazon offers the GreenWorks Pro 80V 16-inch Cordless String Trimmer with 2Ah Battery and Charger for $160.85 shipped. That’s a $69 savings off the original price, down roughly $40 from the regular going rate and the best price we’ve seen at Amazon in months. Features include a 45 minute run time, 80V power with a 32cc equivalent, and a 16-inch easy load system. Rated 4.2/5 stars.
While Nintendo has struggled to keep its new Switch gaming console in stock, we’ve seen a steady stream of accessories come to market over the last two months. Trusted brand Anker is one of those companies that has pushed out a couple of add-ons for Nintendo’s latest handheld. Today, I’ll be taking a quick look at its GlassGuard screen protectors that are designed specifically for Switch.
As our own Ben Schoon noted in his review, Nintendo Switch is prone to scratches as a mobile console that regularly gets tossed into your backpack. As well, the constant removal from its dock can also cause the occasional nick and bump. One of my favorite features of Nintendo Switch is its portable functionality, thus a giant scratch across the display would be heartbreaking. Anker has taken its popular GlassGuard iPhone screen protectors and re-designed it for Switch with a few key features…
Sperry has launched its Almost Summer Sale, taking an extra 30% off with code SUITUP on nearly 500 styles including shoes, clothing, accessories and more. Free shipping and returns is available on every order. Sperry makes some of our favorite summer shoes and it doesn’t get much better than 30% off outside of Black Friday.
OULUOQI offers its 42mm Apple Watch Case in all colors for $3.99 Prime shipped when promo code DKN9UI5B is applied during checkout. That’s a $12 savings off the regular price and the best offer that we’ve seen at Amazon.
These Apple Watch cases are a perfect addition to your Nike band, with matching Gray, Green and Yellow colors. It’s pretty easy to install, simply slide the casing over top and it snaps into place. There are cutouts for the digital crown, as well as the speaker and home button. I went hands-on, or rather Watch-on, a few weeks back and thought it was a pretty cool addition to my Nike strap. At $4, it’s an impulse buy that adds unique style to your Apple Watch. Over 1,700 Amazon customers have left a 4.7/5 star rating.
Amazon offers the BLACK+DECKER 20V Max Electric String Trimmer and Edger for $72.99 shipped. For comparison, it has a $100 list price which it still fetches at Home Depot. Today’s deal is an Amazon all-time low. It’s the season of lawn care, and you don’t want to be using gas or oil any longer. Opt for BLACK+DECKER’s 20V electric string trimmer and you’ll be all set. Rated 4.5/5 stars by over 230 Amazon customers.
Don’t forget to pick up some replacement string trimmer line, too. Amazon has this three-pack on sale for $13 Prime shipped.
Update: Now shipping!
As you may have heard, Amazon introduced its new Echo Show Alexa-enabled Assistant today. While pre-orders are live with a June 28th ship date, you may have missed that there is already a way to cash in on some savings. Amazon is offering $100 off a two-pack of Echo Shows when promo code SHOW2PACK is applied during checkout. That’s $50 off each unit, bringing the total down to about $180 per Echo and $359.98 total.
Learn more about Echo Show in our launch coverage.
It’s been an up and down 2017 so far for Parrot. After announcing a handful of different drones last year, it was forced to layoff nearly a third of its workforce as it continually struggles to compete with industry leader DJI. Today, Parrot is refocusing itself with a new line of professional-grade quadcopters that it hopes will help bolster revenues in Q3 and 4.
These new entry-level business UAVs are not designed for cinema-grade photography, but rather have professional features aimed at farmers, firefighters, roofers and more. Today’s announcement fits between Parrot’s affordable $100 consumer drones and its top-end commercial line that hit upwards of $11,000. The question remains, will these mid-range quads push consumers away from DJI? Full details below.
