Uber is offering $5 off any users’ next ride thanks to a promotion being run in partnership with Lay’s. Simply download the iOS, Android or Windows app and enter code LAYSSUMMER in the promotions entry field, which can be found halfway down the menu. This code is set to expire on July 11th, so you’ll want to take advantage of your savings this week. Additional information can be found here.
1byone (99% positive feedback all-time from 30,000+) via Amazon offers its SuperSpeed Aluminum four-port USB 3.0 hub for $6.99 Prime shipped after promo code RPD2ATZD is applied during checkout. That’s nearly a 50% savings of the regular price and the best available.
Quickly and easily add four USB 3.0 ports to your Mac or PC with this hub. It has an Apple-friendly aluminum design that’s a great match with a desktop or laptop. This is one of the top-selling hubs at Amazon with a 4.4/5 star rating from over 400 Amazon customers.
Not only is SONOS one of our favorite whole home audio systems, these refurbs are tested and approved directly by the company. They include Wi-Fi and allow you to fully control the audio in your home from a single app. More details below. Rated 4+ stars from 450 Amazon customers and they come with a one-year warranty.
This power strip turns a regular power outlet into a 4-port smart USB charging hub with 4 additional AC outlets. With 4 Smart Ports that auto-detect your devices, you can get the fastest possible charge speed each up to 2.4A. It’s a “perfect travel companion for you while staying in hotels with very few power outlets available.” Rated 4.8/5 stars by 51 Amazon shoppers.
More accessory deals:
Anypro Car Jump Starter 600A Peak 15000mAh with Smart Clips $50 (Reg. $80) | Amazon
w/ code CLT6XY4R
Bestek Mini Power Bank w/ Laser Light and built-in Micro USB Cable $5 (Reg. $8) | Amazon
w/ code KL8ZWP4T
Jawbone BIG JAMBOX Wireless Bluetooth Speaker $100 (Orig. $300) | Daily Steals
Phaz Music HD Over-Ear Headphones $98 (Orig. $250) | Worldwide Stereo
Deals still alive from yesterday:
AUKEY Jumper Cables for Connecting Two Cars $21 (Reg. $26) | Amazon
LD West’s smartphone/wallet gun holster might be one of the most unique ways to carry your iPhone around. The over-shoulder straps accommodate your smartphone on one side and provide a snap-on pouch for a wallet on the other. They usually sell for $130 or so, but are now on sale for just $119.99 and we have an exclusive code for Electronicsforward readers to get it even lower:
This month’s selection of Kindle First ebooks are now available. Prime members have early access to new Kindle books before releasing every month for free. Head over to the official Kindle First hub to browse the selection. You can download one of the 6 options for free to a Kindle device or the free mobile apps.…
Best Buy has now kicked off its 4th of July 4-day sale. We are seeing deals on Apple gear, HDTVs, speakers, games hard drives and other electronics. As always Best Buy offers free shipping on orders of $35 or more. The sale is live from now through Monday.
Here are some of our top picks from the sale, all of which are highly rated and at the lowest price we can find:
DiscountMags is offering a 4 year subscription to Motor Trend magazine for just $12 shipped with digital access included using code Electronicsforward at checkout. At just $3 per year, this is matching the lowest price we ever see on this mag, outside of bundle deals during the end-of-year sales, and even then we are talking within cents. That’s $24 below Motor Trend direct. This deal is available for both new customers and existing subscribers.
As always, there is no auto-renewals, no shipping fees and absolutely no sales tax. Great for gifts or sending a sub to the office, all of the mags in your cart can be sent to a separate address with a personalized gift note.
eBay has kicked off another nice promo. You can get $15 off purchases of $75 or more using code CRUISEN2SUMMER at checkout. The code will only work on purchases made on eBay via a registered PayPal account. Just like last time, it appears the code is working on a plethora of items in the eBay Daily Deals including gaming consoles, MacBooks and even third party gift cards. This deal will run until 6pm EST tonight.
Hyperikon (100% positive feedback from nearly 11,000) via Amazon offers a 4-pack of its Dimmable 14W Recessed LED Lights for $35.50 Prime shipped after promo code HY56INCH is applied during checkout. That’s a 20% savings off the regular rate and the best that we’ve seen. Easily retrofit your existing recessed lighting with this kit. Simply screw the connector into a socket and securely attach the light in place. Rated 4.5/5 stars from over 300 Amazon customers.
Aukey via Amazon has its 2.4G RC 6-Axis Quadcopter Mini Drone for only $24.99 Prime shipped when you use the code O2MHCN74 at checkout. That’s $5 off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen for it. This mini drone can fly at three different speeds and it can flip in all directions. It’s lightweight, can fly up to 82 feet and small enough to fit in your pocket. It can also take off with or land with the press of just one button. Rated 4.8/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
If you don’t care for flight assist, you can find mini drones here for as low as $10 Prime shipped.
We’ve found a number of HDTV deals out there today and thought you might like to see them all in one place. Free shipping is available on the whole lot.
Adorama via eBay Daily Deals offers the Samsung 48-inch 4K 3D Smart LED Ultra HDTV (model UN48JS8500) for $800 shipped. That’s good for $156 off Amazon’s current listing and the lowest price that we’ve tracked.This Samsung UHDTV features a 4K display with 3D capabilities, 240CMR (120Hz native) refresh rate and built-in Wi-Fi for smart functionality. Additionally, it has four HDMI and three USB inputs for connecting a variety of sources. Rated 4.4/5 stars by 474 Amazon customers.
With your savings, pick up some of Vansky’s Bias LED Lighting that helps ease your eye strain during extended viewing sessions. The white model is on sale for $14 while the RGB-style is discounted to $18 when promo code L42XO3AB is applied for each. Prime shipping is available in both instances or you’ll have to have at least $49 in your order. Rated 4.3/5 stars by over 200 Amazon customers.
Aukey via Amazon offers its Quick Charge 2.0 16000mAh Power Bank for $29.99, but if you enter the code TTJVTLD7 at checkout, the price drops to $23.99 Prime shipped. That’s $6 off the regular price and the lowest we can find for it. This power bank can charge certain Android devices up to 75% faster than conventional chargers and provides 2.4A output available through both USB ports. It can also charge the iPhone 6s over 6 times, the iPhone 6s Plus over 3.5 times or an iPad Air about 1.5 times. Rated 4.6/5 stars by 75 Amazon shoppers
B&H has the second generation Philips Hue A19 LED Starter Kit with HomeKit control on sale for $169.97 shipped. That’s a $30 savings off the regular price and a few cents less than the previous all-time low. Step up to the latest Philips Hue system and add HomeKit control thanks to the new smart hub. You’ll be able to recreate thousands of colors with these A19 LED bulbs. The upgraded internals are now capable of pushing out 800 lumens of light, a 33% improvement over the previous generation. Philips’ recently updated iOS and Android app offers complete control over the entire system. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 560 Amazon customers.
Amazon is taking 20% off a handful of LEGO Marvel Super Heroes sets today. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $49+. Each of these deals are all-time low prices at Amazon. Also available at Toys R Us.
Coffee Stain Studios’ latest hit Goat Simulator Waste of Space has now gone free via Amazon Underground for Android devices. This spin-off of the popular original title typically sells for $5 on the Google Play Store. Underground is Amazon’s version of an App Store, with over $20,000 worth of free downloads. Learn more in coverage here. Today’s drop is the first that we’ve seen since it was released about a month ago. Follow along as the goats head to outer space to fight off aliens and characters from pop-culture. Rated 4/5 stars by over 600 Google Play users. Full details below.
Despite some internal company upheaval, Nest continues to be the best smart thermostat you can buy. Not only does the Nest Learning Thermostat add a layer of convenience to your home, but it can also help you save “an average of 10-12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills.” Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 4,600 Amazon reviewers.
Harman Audio’s official eBay Store is offering the refurbished JBL Charge 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker in Black for $59.99 shipped. It originally retailed for $150 and today’s deal is $10 less than our previous mention. This was our Bluetooth speaker of the year in 2014 and it’s still a great buy. Features include a 6000mAh built-in battery that’s good for 12 hours of playback. A one-year warranty is included with purchase. Rated 4.5/5 stars from over 1,500 Amazon customers.
Premier via Newegg offers the Fitbit Aria Wi-Fi Smart Digital Scale for $49.99 shipped. That’s $58 less than Amazon’s new condition listing and $5 off our previous mention. Features include “accurate tracking” of fat percentage, BMI and weight. It connects to your Wi-Fi and automatically tracks changes in your body over time via the free iOS and Android app. Rated 3.6/5 stars by over 4,800 Amazon customers. This item is covered by Premier’s 45-day warranty program.
Beginning today, Tory Burch is offering an extra 30% off sale items with promo code EXTRA30. The summer sale features handbags, shoes, clothing and more from the popular designer. For a limited time you can also receive free shipping and returns on your purchase.
One of the top picks from the sale is the Bombe-T Hobo for $233 shipped (Orig. $475). The top rated bag is made of a soft pebbled leather featuring the signature double-T logo and comes in two neutral color choices. Another favorite is the Tory Burch for Fitbit Fret Double Wrap Bracelet, a chic way to wear your Fitbit Flex. It has been on sale for $125 for a while, but this sale brings the price down to $87.50 shipped, a great deal considering the original price was $175.
Today is the 25th Anniversary of the release of Sonic the Hedgehog. This popular title first released back in 1991 and since developed quite the cult following as it has hit nearly every platform in some way. Amazon is celebrating this milestone by offering a selection of merchandise, games and more including some sweet exclusive t-shirts.
One last thing to highlight is that Android users can download Sonic Dash from Amazon Underground for free. Be sure to fill out the in-game sweepstakes form before the end of the month to enter to win a $2,500 gift card. Additionally, anyone that collects 2,500 in-game Amazon boxes in the coming days will receive a $10 Amazon credit. More details here.
The Vans X Nintendo apparel line brings some of the most epic NES-themed clothing and footwear we have seen in a while. And things just got a whole lot better at Tilly’s. You can now grab 20% off plus free shipping using codes SUN20 and SHIP16 during checkout. While not every piece from the line is…
Amazon offers the littleBits Electronics Gizmos & Gadgets Kit for $159.95 with free shipping, which is 20% off its regular price of $200 and the best deal we’ve seen in months. Recommended for kids of at least 8 years old, this kit includes everything you need to build 12 projects that’ll encourage critical thinking skills and embrace creativity. Surprise your kids with littleBits and maybe they’ll spend the summer learning instead of glued to their TV or Nintendo 3DS. Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars from more than 100 Amazon reviewers.
LeBron James has been endorsing Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless Headphones for years and he just brought Cleveland its first major sports championship in more than 50 years. Coincidence? Most likely! But that doesn’t change the fact that they are still great looking and sounding headphones. Right now you can get them from Amazon in Red, Flash Blue (Active Collection), Shock Yellow (Active Collection) and Siren Red (Active Collection) on sale for $119.99 with free shipping. Alternatively, Best Buy also offers the same discounted price on a few additional colors like Black and White. As a price comparison, they carry a list price of $200 and usually sell for around $150.
I’m partial to the Shock Yellow model since it matches perfectly with most of the latest athletic fashion trends. These headphones feature wireless Bluetooth connectivity (up to 30-ft), 6-hour rechargeable battery, RemoteTalk, and are IPX4 sweat resistant. Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars from more than 4,000 Amazon reviewers.
This retro yet still fashionable briefcase turntable has front-facing built-in stereo speakers and supports multiple playback modes. The wooden cabinet with PU leather wrapping is “lightweight and easy to transport.” It also has RCA and headphone jack outputs. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 300 Amazon shoppers.
Aukey via Amazon is offering its Waterproof Bluetooth speaker for $21.99, but if you use the code 4CTKF5EU the price drops to only $14.99 Prime shipped. That’s $7 off the regular sale price and tied with our previous mention from April for the lowest we’ve seen.
It has a 3W driver that produces “robust, well-rounded sound to enjoy in the shower, on a hike, or during a picnic under a waterfall.” It also has a 6 hour battery and you can hang the speaker just about anywhere using the metal stand and included strap. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 153 Amazon customers.
Harman Kardon’s official eBay Store is offering its HKTS16 5.1-Channel Home Theater Surround Sound System for $184.99 shipped. That’s $5 less than our previous mention and a savings of nearly 70% off the original price. This bundle includes four satellites, one center speaker plus a 200W subwoofer. A one-year manufacturer’s warranty is included. Rated 4.4/5 stars.
It features Bluetooth 4.1, CVC Noise Cancellation 6.0 technology and Multipoint pairing where you can connect to two tablets or smartphones simultaneously. You can also get 6 hours of listening/talk time or 200 hours of standby time from the internal battery. Rated 4/5 stars by over 200 Amazon customers.
Also, check out our roundup of Anker products on sale today.
Anker is one of the best and most trusted iPhone accessory makers on the market. Right now you can save big on several of the company’s colorful Lightning cables, protective cases and more at Amazon. Anker’s 3-ft MFi Apple-certified Lightning Cable drops from $8.99 to $5.99 Prime shipped when you enter coupon code VY4252RH during checkout. The promotion applies to Blue, Pink, Green and Yellow colors. Most cable deals we see are typically for bland Black and White colors so this is a good chance to grab a cable that’ll match your case or personal style. Nearly 12,500 Amazon reviewers rate these cables 4.6 out of 5 stars. For those of you with an Android device, Anker’s 4-pack of 1-ft PowerLine Micro USB Cables are on sale for $7.99 Prime shipped after coupon code XH52F6XP. It typically sells for at least $10.
Get ready to take advantage of full-range audio with a low profile outdoors. These speakers are weather resistant and can be mounted to a variety of surfaces. With a 4-inch woofer and a 1/2-inch titanium-laminate tweeter, they offer a smooth frequency response from 80Hz to 20kHz. Rated 4.2/5 stars from Amazon shoppers and covered by Harman’s 30-day return policy plus a 1-year warranty as well.
BuyDig’s official eBay Store is discounting one of Samsung’s newest 50-inch 4K Smart Ultra HDTV w/ HDR support down to $629 shipped. That’s a $120 savings off the regular price at Amazon and most other retail stores. Toss your old HDTV to the curb and bring this beauty home. It has everything you need for a future-proof living room, including 4K resolutions, HDR support, three HDMI inputs and Smart functionality. Amazon customers are loving it: this model is the #1 new release in the TV category alongside a 4.5/5 star rating.
We have a few notable gift card deals today courtesy of the official PayPal eBay Store. PayPal is one of our favorite gift card dealers, despite requiring a valid PayPal account for purchase. These cards are delivered within 24 hours (sometimes within a few hours) and are redeemable both in-store and online. Here are today’s options:
It has a built-in MFi Lightning cable so you won’t have to carry an extra around with you to charge your iPhone. It also has a standard USB output for all other portable devices you may want to charge on the go. Rated 4.4/5 stars by over 100 Amazon shoppers.
More accessory deals:
Lumsing Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit $18 w/ code FOO4Y439(Reg. $28) | Amazon
AUKEY 14W 2-Port USB Solar Charger $35 (Reg. $45) | Amazon
w/ code JWCTEGUW
AUKEY 20W 2-Port USB Solar Charger $39 (Reg. $53) | Amazon
Perhaps you’ve been holding out on upgrading to a 4K monitor because prices have been too high. Or your Mac wasn’t powerful enough to support the higher resolution. This isn’t 2014 anymore and those excuses are out the window. The reality is, it’s the best way to work on your Mac. Even the latest 12-inch MacBook is capable. So here’s the deal to jump on…
Best Buy’s eBay Store has the LG 27-inch 4K Ultra HD FreeSync Monitor (model 27UD68) for $399.99 shipped. Also available direct. It usually sells for $500 at Amazon and has only been priced $2 lower once. This IPS monitor will pump out 4K resolutions at 60Hz with 99% coverage of the sRGB spectrum. It has Split Screen 2.0 control that automatically divides up your monitor into designated areas (learn more in Jeff’s recent review of another LG 4K display). Inputs include D-Sub, DisplayPort and HDMI. Rated 4.6/5 stars by 48 Best Buy customers.
It comes with an aluminum case and features: Ion-X glass display, heart rate sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, microphone, speaker, 802.11n wireless, and Bluetooth 4.0. A 90-day warranty also applies. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products are “thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away.”
As part of its yearly Father’s Week Sale, you can currently can get MLB.TV Premium at more than 50% off. Basically you’re getting every out-of market game (all 30 teams) for the rest of the regular season at $49.99, instead of $109.99.
Note: be sure to choose Vantrue with Amazon Fulfillment as the seller (looks like this).
This model features Parking Mode “triggered by the motion detection sensor” and “the camera will auto record when people or things come closer to your car from 10M / 33FT away or in front.” Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 200 Amazon shoppers.
CVS Photo is offering one 8×10 Photo Print for free when you checkout online with the coupon code FREEPIC and then pick it up at your local CVS. That’s $4 off and we don’t often see these types of offers from CVS Photo. So get a picture of the whole family to give to Dad – it’s better than socks and it’s free! The offer ends June 18.
Amazon is currently offering some solid deals on Samsung’s attractive little metal flash drives right now. First up is the Samsung 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive (MUF-16BA/AM) for $6.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49. That’s more than 60% below the original listing, matching the Amazon all-time low and the best we can find. We also have 32GB, 64GB and 128GB options below. They all carry a 4+ star rating from over 600 Amazon customers.
While it is certainly possible to find 16GB drives for less, they are only a couple dollars under today’s deal price and usually don’t come with the awesome metal exterior and solid ratings. Here are the rest of the options, all of which with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $49 and matching the Amazon all-time low (or very close to it):
If you’re looking for one for your iOS device, this flash drive adds another 32GB to your iPhone or iPad thanks to its Lightning and USB 3.0 connectivity for $36 shipped (Reg. $50)
This charger looks like a Flux Capacitor from the Back to the Future series and it has two USB ports to charge two devices at the same time. Shipping is free on orders over $75 or flat rate of $6.95.
Aukey via Amazon is offering its 50W/10A 5-Port USB Desktop Charging Station for $18.99, but if you use the coupon code Y7JHPS4F the price drops to $14.99 Prime shipped. That’s a $4 savings off the regular pice and the lowest we can find for it. It can intelligently detect the input current of your devices to maximize charging speed up to 2.4A each port. Rated 4.7/5 stars by over 200 Amazon shoppers.
This 21:9 full HD ultra wide IPS monitor w/ on-screen controls, screen split capabilities, dual HDMI ports, one DisplayPort, game mode and an adjustable stand (height and tilt). It carries a 4+ star rating much like the rest of the popular LG displays.
Inateck Online (100% positive feedback from 22,000+) via Amazon is offering a pair of discounted MFi Apple-certified Lightning cables this morning that are perfect for your bag, car or just having around the house. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $49. Even better, each cable has passed Apple’s MFi certification program, so you know it’s safe to use with your device. Here are your choices: