You can knock and extra $50 or so off if you opt for Best Buy’s current open-box option (found directly beside the price on the listing page). “Product has passed the Geek Squad Certified process, has been professionally cleaned, looks brand new and includes original parts and accessories.”
At under $1,000 (and even less today), this might be one of the best and most affordable web browsers or student machines on the market. It has 128GB of solid state storage, 8GB of RAM, two USB 3.0 ports, Thunderbolt 2, 802.11ac Wi-Fi Bluetooth, an SDXC card slot and more.
Garmin’s Forerunner line offers everything needed to jump start your 2017 fitness routine. This model features built-in GPS (no phone required!), 24/7 heart rate monitoring, vibration alerts and an updated high resolution display. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Best Buy is offering a $60 Netflix gift card bundled with a $5 Best Buy gift card for $60. If you are a Netflix subscriber you might as well pick this up and then get the $5 free to use however you like at Best Buy. You can have the cards delivered for free or you can pick them up at your local Best Buy.
This Smart doorbell sends chimes to all your connected devices (via the iOS or Android app). Also, when you have a visitor, it allows you to answer your door from anywhere. It even has 2-way audio, 1080p video with night vision, and four faceplates in a variety of colors. Rated 4/5 stars by over 2,800 Amazon shoppers.
Add a little extra peace-of-mind to your home this holiday season with Logitech’s wireless Circle security camera. Features include full 1080p video, a built-in 12 hour battery and free cloud storage for 24-hours. Rated 3.8/5 stars by over 200 Amazon customers.
In fact, these 200mAh Dynex Batteries are nearing the price of premium non-rechargable batteries meaning that even if you just go one and done, you are still pretty much breaking even. I just bought 4 so you might want to hurry…
Update (12/12 12:10pm):Save an additional $25 at Best Buy today only when you pay using Visa Checkout. That drops iPad Air 2 down to $275 shipped.
Target and Best Buy are coming in hard with iPad discounts as we inch closer to Christmas. Most notably, iPad Air 2 now starts at just $299.99 at both retailers. That’s $99.01 below Apple’s asking price and about $25 more than Black Friday. It’s the best full-size iPad for most people since the Pro lineup is generally overkill for everyday tasks. But if you are looking for Apple Pencil support and need the extra horsepower, Target dropped the 9.7-inch 32GB iPad Pro down to $449.99 (from $599), 128GB to $549.99 (from $699) and 256GB to $649.99 (from $799).
Make sure you don’t ruin your savings by snagging an overpriced case. This option has auto/sleep wake functionality and gets stellar reviews: iPad Air 2 model from $9.49, 9.7-inch iPad Pro from $9.99. Buy a Bluetooth keyboard so you can really knock out work on your new iPad. Logitech’s multi-device K480 ($35) and K380 ($30) are both smart picks.
Amazon is offering rare discounts on Sonos Wireless Smart Speaker this morning, taking up to $50 off PLAY:3, PLAY:5, PLAYBAR and SUB. Also available direct, at Best Buy and B&H. Although we saw the PLAY:1 on sale last week at $149 ($30 off now), today’s offering is the first notable discount on the larger PLAY:5 and home theater system at Amazon. This offer is valid through the end of the year or while supplies last.
Sonos is the premier way to enjoy your music, podcast, home theater and more across multiple wireless speakers. The free iOS and Android apps offer full control of each unit with access to all of your favorite streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, etc). Pair multiple speakers together and create a full home theater system to accompany your TV. I’ve been using Sonos for years, and can honestly say it’s the best speaker system for most consumers on the market today. It’s intuitive and the design is top-notch across the entire lineup. Amazon customers agree, leaving stellar ratings on these products.
Best Buy’s Black Friday event is in full swing with deep deals on Macs, home goods and more. The popular Anova Sous Vide Precision Cookers are the recipients of $50 disocunts for Black Friday courtesy of Best Buy (and Target at some point). This is the best around and the lowest we have tracked on the bluetooth model and matching the lowest on this Wi-Fi model. Amazon is still charging full price. Rated 4+ stars from over 1,300 Amazon customers.
This APC system is perfect for keeping your modem or router running for during a power outage. It can handle up to 180 joules at a time and has six outlets with surge protection (four with battery backup) plus a five-foot power cord. Furthermore, it has an audible alarm to alert you of changing conditions. Rated 4.8/5 stars.
Sony makes some of our favorite soundbars and this model is no exception. It has an ultra-slim design and a wireless subwoofer that will fit right in with your existing home theater. Features include Bluetooth and NFC connectivity, HDMI, USB plus optical inputs. Rated 4.3/5 stars by 269 Best Buy customers.
Jaybird’s newest headphones feature an in-ear design with a built-in battery providing up to eight hours of playback on a single charge. Made with athletes in mind, the X3’s have a special coating with “moisture protection for resistance to rain and sweat.” Additional specs include 20Hz-20kHz frequency response, 5.8mm drivers and Bluetooth 4.1 connectivity. Rated 4.5/5 stars.
Roku’s newest Streaming Stick has a quad-core processor that is “8x more powerful” than the previous generation. It also features dual-band wireless, HDMI connectivity and ships with a remote. The free smartphone app brings private listening via your own headphones that’s perfect for bedrooms. You’ll have access to all of the popular streaming services and “350,000+ movies and TV episodes.” Rated 4.3/5 stars by over 2,800 Amazon customers.
Unlike other smart LED bulbs, ilumi does not require a separate hub for operation. It connects to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and the free app. Because it’s an LED light, you can count on savings versus traditional options and up to 20 years of use. Ilumi also offers automatic scheduling, so you can always count on your lights being off when not needed. Rated 4.3/5 stars by 127 Best Buy customers. This bulb was also featured in our best smartphone-connected LED roundup a few weeks back.
Black Friday pricing for the 2nd generation Ecobee3 Smart Thermostat with Sensor is now live. Get it for just $199.99 shipped from Amazon, Best Buy, Lowes, Home Depot and ecobee. You’re saving just about $50 off its regular $249 price tag. Note: Home Depot and Ecobee are charging $0.99 less, but that’s not significant enough (IMHO) to make it worth giving up Prime benefits.
Not only will it make your home more comfortable, it’ll also deliver meaningful energy savings. It has racked up a 4.5 out of 5 star rating from thousands of Amazon reviewers. What’s more, we were thoroughly impressed with it during our in-depth review:
Overall, I’ve really enjoyed using the ecobee3 since December and can easily recommend it as a quality HomeKit accessory. Siri control for turning on the heat from my desk is super convenient, especially using the Apple Watch, and using the iPhone app to change the temperature has almost entirely replaced walking over to the thermostat.
We’re officially a week away from Black Friday but the deals are already flowing. A number of Bose price drops have surfaced at Amazon (and other retailers too) this morning. These are the best offers that we’ve seen this year in nearly every instance, so if you’ve been holding out, now is the time to make your move. Free shipping is available across the board.
Notable Bose deals include:
SoundLink Around-Ear II Wireless Headphones: $229 (Reg. $280) | Amazon
Features include full 1080p resolutions at 75Hz and 178-degree viewing angles on the IPS display. HDMI and VGA inputs can be found on the back. It also has an “ultra-thin” design that’s perfect for multi-monitor setups. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Best Buy has kicked off its Beat the Black Friday Rush Sale that includes deals on a large selection of HDTVs, Mac accessories, home goods and more. Thanks to its holiday policy, every purchase will ship for free. We’ve scoured through this promotion to find the best deals, so hopefully you can knock a few items off your holiday shopping list early.
Wow, it’s been a big 24 hours for Black Friday 2016. Target and Walmart each revealed their respective plans for Thanksgiving weekend with deals across nearly every major product category. And this morning, Best Buy is ready to do the same. Early this morning its entire 48-page Black Friday was posted and we’ll just say that it didn’t disappoint.
Best Buy will be kicking things off at 5PM on Thanksgiving Day with a number of doorbusters available. The plan is to close down at 1AM and re-open again on Friday at 8AM. Shoppers can get started online as soon as 12:01AM on Thursday with deals continuing through the weekend. Much like Target, a number of Black Friday promotions are already available for purchase today. Those deals have been marked below if you’re looking to get a head-start on your holiday shopping.
Hit the jump for a deeper look at what to expect from Best Buy…
Perfect for adding a second display to your setup, this 23-inch monitor has an IPS LED-backlit panel that can produce full 1080p resolutions at 60Hz. You’ll find VGA and DVI-D inputs on the back. Over 575 Best Buy customers have left a 4.6/5 star rating.
Best Buy has a selection of Monowear Apple Watch Bands in 42mm or 38mm for only $9.99 shipped. That’s between $50 – $70 off the original list price (depending on the band) and the lowest we can find for them. It’s also more than $20 off the lowest Amazon listing for the same brand.
Styles for these watch bands vary from natural browns, black and silver to really personalize your look. They feature a solid construction for style and comfort and also come highly rated from Best Buy shoppers.
The first generation Apple Watch connects with your iPhone for notifications, fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring and more. Although the latest model has a few more bells and whistles, it’s tough to beat the popular Space Gray Sport version at this price. Of course, Apple just recently released watchOS 3 that includes a few popular new features and remedies some complaints from the first generation model.
Apple’s AirPort Extreme pushes out 802.11ac speeds that are up to three times faster than the previous generation model. It has support for dual-band connectivity plus beam-forming technology. On the back side, you’ll find three gigabit ethernet ports and a USB port for file or printer sharing. Geek Squad Refurbished products go through “a rigorous multipoint inspection” that returns products to original factory specifications. More info can be found here. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included with purchase.
Most notably, official Apple accessories qualify for the discount, while headphones, speakers, Bose products and clearance/open-box items are on the exclusions list. Other eligible standouts include popular products from big names like Belkin, Logitech and mophie. The extra savings will be automatically applied to your order as soon as you add 3 (or more) eligible accessories to your shopping cart. Many of these items (especially the Apple ones) are very rarely discounted, if at all.
Just bought a new iPhone, iPad or Mac? Use today’s offer to buy some must-have accessories. Here are some of the best deals we’ve found so far (again, you must order at least 3 items to get these sale prices):
Best Buy has just kicked off one of those 4-hour sales, this time focusing on kitchenware and home goods. We are seeing some nice deals on everything from vacuums and small kitchen appliances to toothbrushes, coffeemakers and more. One standout item in the bunch is the Anova Precision Cooker w/ WiFi for $149.99 shipped. That’s as much as $50 below the average selling price, $30 under the next best listing and within $1 of our previous low. It is currently $200+ on Amazon where it carries a 4+ star rating from over 400 customers. More details below.
This pre-paid Android smartphone is designed for AT&T’s GoPhone service. It’s an ideal second phone or device for your kids or grandparents. Features include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 1.3GHz Processor, a five-inch HD display, 8MP camera and 8GB of storage. Over 150 Best Buy customers have left a 4.5/5 star rating.
Best Buy is offering a $60 Netflix gift card bundled with a $10 Best Buy Gift Card for $60. That’s a nice gift for Mom, Dad or someone new to Netflix and then $10 free Best Buy money to use however you like. You’ll have to pick up your cards in-store but you can still lock in this deal online.
We’ve found a couple of notable TV deals this morning. Leading off at Best Buy’s official eBay Store is the Insignia 43-inch 4K Roku-enabled Smart Ultra HDTV for $299.99 shipped. Also available direct. It has a list price of $380 and usually fetches that much when it’s not on sale. Today’s deal is a match of our previous low mention. This 4K set is an ideal bedroom or den TV. The built-in Roku platform provides access to all of the popular streaming services without the need for an extra media player. Features include a 60Hz refresh rate, four HDMI inputs and voice search via the Roku app. Rated 4.5/5 stars by nearly 200 Best Buy customers.
Next up, BuyDig’s eBay Storefront offers the VIZIO 70-inch 4K SmartCast Ultra HDTV (model E70u-D3) for $1,149 shipped. That’s down $550 from the original price, $150 less than Best Buy and the lowest that we’ve seen outside of a limited rebate promotion. This is one of newest VIZIO Ultra HDTVs with a built-in Chromecast for beaming content and diving into a variety of streaming services. Features include four HDMI inputs, 120Hz refresh rate, two USB ports and two 10W speakers. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
If you’re going to opt for an Inkjet, this is a great option. With all-in-one (print, scan, copy) functionality and AirPrint, this is about as loaded as it gets at $50. There is a 1.8-inch color LCD display, support for duplex printing, and up to 100-sheet capacity. It’s bring your own USB cable here, so you’ll want to pick one up if you prefer a wired setup. Rated 4.4/5 stars by nearly 800 reviewers.
Amazon offers the SanDisk Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive for $5.99 Prime shipped as an add-on item (price valid for orders of $25+). Also available at Best Buy. For comparison, it has a list price of $22 but usually sells for between $8-$10 online. Today’s deal is the lowest that Amazon has ever sold it for. Rated 4.4/5 stars by over 1,400 Amazon reviewers.
Laser printers are a great buy at the beginning of the school year and during tax season. A low maintenance design, long-lasting cartridges and fast print times are just a few reasons to make the switch from Inkjet. This model features automatic duplex printing, USB connectivity and a 250-sheet capacity. Rated 4.6/5 stars by over 200 Best Buy shoppers. You’ll need to bring your own USB cable to this printing party, this 16-foot AmazonBasics option gets great ratings for $6 Prime shipped.
Amazon offers the LG 29-inch UItraWide Monitor with FreeSync (model 29UM68-P) for $199.99 shipped. That’s a $200 savings off the original price, down $50 or more from online retailers like B&H, $20 less than our previous mention and the lowest that Amazon has ever sold it for. LG’s UltraWide Monitor is ideal for professionals and gamers alike with its large 21:9 aspect ratio and 99% sRGB coverage. There are HDMI and DisplayPort inputs on this IPS panel. Gamers will also enjoy LG’s FreeSync technology that “eliminates tearing and stuttering.” Rated 4.5/5 stars.
Best Buy’s eBay Storefront has the Dell 27-inch LED GSync Monitor (model S2716DGR) for $449.99 shipped. Also available direct. It has a list price of $700 but usually fetches between $550-$600 at B&H and the like. Today’s deal is the best that we can find by $50. Dell’s 27-inch GSync monitor supports resolutions at 2560 x 1440 at 144Hz. HDMI and DisplayPort inputs are included alongside four USB 3.0 ports, which is particularly helpful when paired with an iMac or MacBook that has limited I/O. Rated 4.5/5 stars.
Whether it’s your GoPro, Android smartphone or digital camera, Sandisk’s microSDXC card will add significant storage to your device. It’s an Amazon favorite, with over 12,000 customers leaving a 4.6/5 star rating. This microSDXC card has a class 10 rating (ideal for high resolution video) and it supports transfer speeds up to 80MB/sec. Additionally, it has a “water-, temperature-, x-ray- and shockproof design.” SanDisk includes a full-size SD adapter, so you can transfer files to your MacBook or iMac with ease.
We have already brought you the best Mac, iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch and Beats deals from Best Buy’s 50th anniversary sale, and now it’s time to look at the rest. While we have a number of notable options listed below, one standout is the Polaroid ZIP Mobile Printer in black for $79.99 shipped. That’s $50 below Amazon/the average selling price and the best we can find. It has never dropped this low on Amazon before.
This morning, Best Buy kicked off a new shipping policy that rivals Amazon Prime. My Best Buy members now receive free two-day shipping on “thousands of items”, which is a change from its traditional standard delivery service that still applies to all other shoppers. Elite and Elite Plus subscribers will continue to enjoy no minimums on all purchases. It is free to sign up for a My Best Buy membership. If you do any shopping at the online and B&M retailer, it’s a no-brainer. Alongside this new shipping policy, you’ll have early access to Best Buy’s major annual events like last week’s Black Friday in July sale.
It’s also worth noting a change to the reward program’s point and gift card system. Starting August 28th, My Best Buy members will receive 0.5 points per $1 spent, which is a 50% decrease from the previous policy. For example, it will now take $500 worth of purchases to earn a $5 gift card. Elite members will continue to earn 1 per $1 spent and Elite Plus gets a bump to 1.25 for each $1. This is another move by Best Buy to make its higher tiers all the more attractive to consumers. The following minimums remain in place for achieving higher membership levels: $1,500 worth of purchase per calendar year for Elite status and $3,500 for Plus.
Best Buy and Amazon continue to add to their on-line bargain bin of Blu-ray’s each month with relatively new and noteworthy titles all around $5 each. Also, Best Buy is currently offering Buy one, Get one free on select Blu-rays starting at $10 for two.
Our pick from Amazon is a Prime member exclusive title Se7en from the year 1995. This intense thriller was the break-through role for Kevin Spacey and it received an Oscar nomination as well as numerous other awards.
A film about two homicide detectives’ (Morgan Freeman and (Brad Pitt desperate hunt for a serial killer who justifies his crimes as absolution for the world’s ignorance of the Seven Deadly Sins. The movie takes us from the tortured remains of one victim to the next as the sociopathic “John Doe” (Kevin Spacey) sermonizes to Detectives Somerset and Mills — one sin at a time. The sin of Gluttony comes first and the murderer’s terrible capacity is graphically demonstrated in the dark and subdued tones characteristic of film noir. The seasoned and cultured but jaded Somerset researches the Seven Deadly Sins in an effort to understand the killer’s modus operandi while the bright but green and impulsive Detective Mills (Pitt) scoffs at his efforts to get inside the mind of a killer…
Head below for the full list of titles from this weeks selection:
Best Buy and T-Mobile are each offering interesting iPhone promotions today, netting a few different freebies with the purchase of select devices. There is a little leg-work required in each instance but it’s likely worth it if you’re after a new device.
Starting at Best Buy, you can pick up a LifeProof FRĒ case when you purchase or lease and activate an iPhone 6/s/Plus for $1 on Verizon Wireless or Sprint. Simply visit this page and add a case to your cart, then head over to the iPhone landing page and choose a device. A two-year commitment is required, full terms and conditions can be found below.
Switching to T-Mobile, customers that purchase an iPhone via the Equipment Installment Plan will receive a free iPhone SE 16GB. After completing the sign-up, you’ll need to head over to this page and enter coupon code JUNE16IPHONEBOGO while filling out the rebate form. Your credit will come in the form of a prepaid Mastercard within eight months. There are a few details here, including that one phone must be activated on a new line. Yes, there are a lot of details here, but if you’re looking to make the switch, it’s a nice deal.
Best Buy is offering the 16GB iPhone 6s on Sprint for just $1 this week, a $199 savings on the device’s normal price on the usual two-year carrier contract. If you don’t feel like signing up for the Sprint contract, however, you can opt for a Sprint monthly installment plan (which doesn’t require the two-year…
