AirPlay and AirPlay 2

198 'AirPlay' stories May 2011 - September 2015

AirPlay is Apple’s own system for wirelessly streaming both audio and video from Apple devices to speakers and displays. It was originally known as AirTunes.

It can be used to stream from one Apple device to another (for example, a Mac to an Apple TV, or an iPhone to a HomePod), or from an Apple device to a third-party device like a speaker or TV.

The original version allowed iTunes on the Mac to stream to multiple devices, while iPhone and iPad could stream to only one at a time.

AirPlay 2, launched in 2018, extended multi-room support to iOS devices too, as well as supporting audio streaming to stereo speaker pairs and improved buffering.

Many third-party speaker brands have delivered or promised support for AirPlay 2, including Bang & Olufsen, Bluesound, Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Devialet, KEF, Libratone, Naim and Sonos. Compatible TVs include models from LG, Samsung, Sony and Vizio. A full list of compatible devices can be found on Apple’s website.

As Apple plans major AirPlay overhaul for iOS 9 & new Apple TV, mirroring apps must implement workarounds

Jordan Kahn Sep 11 2015 - 10:47 am PT

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While Apple hasn’t detailed the changes publicly, the company is planning what appears to be a major, undocumented overhaul of its AirPlay protocol with iOS 9 that should make the framework for streaming video and audio content between devices a much smoother experience for both users and developers. It is, however, breaking many screen mirroring apps in the process and forcing developers to scramble to implement workarounds ahead of the launch of iOS 9 on Wednesday and the new Apple TV in the coming weeks.

Perhaps the best example of these apps is Reflector from developer Squirrels. The app utilizes AirPlay to allow cross platform wireless mirroring from mobile devices to Macs, PCs, and other devices with the app installed. The developer first brought the change to our attention and warns that developers will have to follow in its footsteps to implement a workaround that will allow screen mirroring apps to continue functioning after iOS 9 is released…
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Review: Moshi’s Spatia brings timeless design to a large, decor-worthy AirPlay speaker

Zac Hall Sep 8 2015 - 9:17 am PT

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Apple’s AirPlay wireless audio protocol didn’t really take off in standalone speakers, but that doesn’t mean every company has abandoned it. Moshi’s Spatia, which recently launched after first being unveiled at CES 2015, relies on AirPlay for wirelessly streaming and playing audio from iTunes and iOS devices. Spatia packs five dedicated drivers and two amplifiers behind a fabric speaker cover to deliver impressive sound within a standout design. AirPlay has some well-known benefits and issues, so is it worth investing $399 in a speaker that depends on Apple’s sometimes-shaky technology?
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How-To: Get yourself an affordable multi-room AirPlay setup

Ben Lovejoy Aug 31 2015 - 6:56 am PT

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One of the downsides of being early adopters of new technology is that we tend to buy the best system available at the time, only for a better one to come along later. I’m sure we’ve all been there.

That was the case for me with wireless audio. I wanted, many years ago, to be able to stream music to two other rooms in the house. I invested in a couple of Logitech Streambox Booms, which did the job. My Mac acted as a music server, and I could stream both my music library and Internet radio to the Logitech boxes.

But it was a clunky setup, a scrollwheel used to select artist, album and track in much the same way as the original scrollwheel iPod – though viewing only one line at a time. AirPlay, when it came along in 2010, was a markedly better solution, but also came with a far higher price-tag.

However, the upside of Apple neglecting AirPlay is that there are a lot of heavily-discounted discontinued products around. It was only when writing that opinion piece that I noticed just how low prices on these had fallen. That means that you can now put together a multi-room AirPlay setup for way less than it would have cost when the system was launched …
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iPhone 6S camera: 12 megapixel photos, 4K video recording, flash for selfies

Mark Gurman Aug 27 2015 - 8:22 am PT

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One of the marquee upgrades to the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus will be a major revamp to the camera system. For the first time since the iPhone 4S launch in 2011, the iPhone camera’s megapixel count will be upgraded: Apple will be moving from the 8-megapixel sensor on the iPhone 6 to a custom imager billed as 12-megapixels in both of the new iPhones, according to sources. The 12-megapixel camera will mean that the new iPhones will be able to take larger, higher-resolution photos than before. Because of an upgraded image signal processor that comes as part of the new A9 system-on-a-chip, the new sensor will not wash out or otherwise decrease the quality of photos, according to sources.

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Opinion: With Apple Music launched, it’s time for Apple to show AirPlay some love

Ben Lovejoy Aug 26 2015 - 7:08 am PT

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I love AirPlay. It’s simple and elegant. It also means that my elderly but much-loved B&O Ouverture hifi system (with BeoLab 6000 speakers) – which is actually so old that it has a cassette deck – needed only a low-cost WiFi audio receiver to allow it to wirelessly stream music from my MacBook Pro. One $40 add-on and a 20-year-old hifi became bang up to date in its capabilities.

With my particular setup, AirPlay does exactly what we expect of Apple products: It Just Works. I open iTunes, select ‘B&O’ from the speaker output menu, and anything I play in iTunes – whether from my own music library or streamed from Apple Music – plays through the hifi, while system sounds continue to play through the Mac speakers. My partner can stream her own music from her iPad or iPhone just as readily.

I’d previously tried a Bluetooth audio receiver, and the difference between that and AirPlay is night and day. No pairing. No worries about distance. No interference when someone walks between the Mac and hifi. No system sounds emerging at deafening volumes though my hifi speakers.

But despite my own happy experience of it, AirPlay is not without its problems …
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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Air 16GB $300, Samsung EVO 1TB SSD $310, Sony 4K AirPlay Receiver $299, more

Justin Kahn Jul 27 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Last Call Updates:

Apple 13″ MacBook Pro w/ Retina Display: 2.7GHz/8GB/128GB $1,100 (Reg. $1,299)

Inatech 2.5″ HDD Enclosure Case w/ three USB 3.0 ports: $22 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
Plantronics new BackBeat Sense Bluetooth headphones are loaded with sensors
Hori’s new Tactical Assault Commander 4 brings PC style controls to the PS4
Make your own miniature 3D printed, Raspberry Pi-powered Game Boy emulator
2K announces Terminator as a playable character for WWE 2K16
Cook your food perfectly with the Range Smart Thermometer: $60 shipped (Orig. $70)
Home: Dyson refurbs – upright vac $180/handheld $75, more

65-inch Vizio 120Hz 1080P HDTV (refurb) $497 shipped/site to store (recommended) at Walmart http://t.co/jo0TeS6Oll pic.twitter.com/AuISUGybIh

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iPad Air in Silver or Space Gray: 16GB $300 (Reg. $399), 32GB $350 (Reg. $449)

Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB in all colors for $400 shipped (Reg. $499) http://t.co/6m0iOdNOIA pic.twitter.com/gqknmZ9WtM

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) July 27, 2015

Samsung 850 EVO 1TB 2.5-inch Internal Solid-State Drive: $310 shipped (Reg. $350)

Sony 7.2-ch. 4K AV Receiver w/ AirPlay and Bluetooth for $299 shipped (Reg. $400), more

QuickRes – the app that changes your resolution in a click: 50% off

Apple’s massive iOS sale w/ 100 apps for $0.99 ea: Rayman, Angry Birds, Pixelmator, Spider-Man, many more

App Store Free App of the Week: SpongeBob Moves In ($4 value)

Disney’s award-winning Animated iPad app hits a new all-time low price of $3 (Reg. $10)

Save 50% on the brand new Screenium 3 high-res, high-speed screen capture app for Mac

More new gear from today:

Motorola Refurb DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modems: SB6121 $45 (Orig. $100), SB6141 $55 (Orig. $100)

New! Daily Deals: Lumsing 10400mAh Power Bank $12, LifeCHARGE case $40, more
New! Games/Apps: Zelda Majora’s Mask 3DS $33, 1 yr. PS Plus $40, more
New! Etekcity 8GB Voice recorder and USB Stick: $13 shipped
New! LED light bulbs up to 40% off: 4-pack $17 shipped (Reg. $23+), more
New! Shoot cinematic masterpieces w/ iStabilizer: $39 (Orig. $60)
New! Free McGraw-Hill iOS apps for kids: Monster Squeeze, more (Reg. $2 ea.)
New! Designs for Mail for $9.99 (50% off)
New! Themes for iBooks Author for $9.99 (50% off)

65-inch Vizio 120Hz 1080P HDTV (refurb) $497 shipped/site to store (recommended) at Walmart http://t.co/jo0TeS6Oll pic.twitter.com/AuISUGybIh

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iPhone 6/Plus $100 off w/ VZW or Sprint 2-yr contract: 16GB $100, 64GB $200, 128GB $300

iOttie Easy One Touch 2 iPhone car mount: $17 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)

Anker Bluetooth iPad Keyboards from $20: Folio Case $30 (Reg. $40), more
VIZIO 43-inch 4K 120Hz Smart LED UHDTV: $500 shipped (Reg. $600)
Tweetbot for Mac hits its lowest price ever: $10 (Reg. $13)
Sennheiser Urbanite on-ears for $75 or XL over-ears for $130 (Orig. up to $250), more
Magnetic Air Vent Car Mount Holder for iPhone 6/Plus $6 Prime shipped (Orig. $11)
Timbuk2 Iris Gym Duffel Bag (Black) for $30 shipped (Reg. $54)
Apple-Certified MFi Lightning Cables: 1-ft braided nylon $12, 10-ft $10, 3-ft $5, more
Canon PIXMA Inkjet Photo All-in-One Printer + software $20 shipped (Reg. $40+)
Jabra SOLEMATE Portable Bluetooth Speaker $60 shipped (Reg. $90+), more
Urge Soundbrick $18 shipped, waterproof shower speaker $10 shipped, more
Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Wireless On-Ear Headphones in Titanium: $209 shipped (Orig. $380)
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II is now available for Mac: $7 (Reg. $10)
Save 30% on fashion at Amazon: Herschel Supply Co., Lacoste, PUMA, more
Learn to build 11 apps with this exclusive iOS 9 Swift coding course: $59 (Orig. $299)
Blinkist Premium 1-yr Subscription: 1000+ Grasp Nonfiction Books: $30 (Orig. $80)
Spigen’s latest Apple Watch dock is made for watchOS 2, pre-order now for $12
Pay what you want for the 7-course Web Hacker Bundle ($1,043 value, currently $6)
Complete this Chipotle trivia game & receive a buy one, get one free coupon
Sennheiser HD650 + Apogee Groove portable DAC/amp $550 shipped ($755 value)
Bose SoundTouch Portable Series II Wireless Music System from $269 (Reg. $325)
Aukey USB Chargers: 5-Port USB Desktop Charging Station $22, more
JBL Control One 4″ Indoor/Outdoor Speakers: $80 or 2-pairs for $150 shipped (Orig. $180)
Kmashi 10,000mAh Dual-USB Power Bank: $9.39 Prime shipped (Orig. $50)
American Express rolls out PayPal competitor, offers $10 statement credit for trying it
Free PS Plus Games for July: Styx Master of Shadows, Rocket League, more
Free Xbox Gold Games for July: Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, more

New products & more:

This Lightning cable cleverly solves an annoyance every iPhone user deals with

JBL details new Flip3 & Xtreme portable Bluetooth speakers w/ fresh designs & features

Converse upgrades its Chuck Taylors with new technology for the first time in 98 years
Dad makes a custom Mario Kart 8-inspired nursery and becomes instant internet sensation
The Panono panoramic camera is filled with 36 lenses that total 108MP, available today
Stary Board cuts the weight to become the “world’s lightest” electric vehicle
Cusby adapters work like LEGO to let you build a custom USB-C hub
ZNAPS gives any Lightning or microUSB charging cable a MagSafe-like connector
Jet.com is ready to battle Amazon and Walmart for your online shopping needs
A-Bike Electric has powered assistance in the “lightest” package in the world
Hot Toys is partnering with Disney to create an 18-foot long Millennium Falcon model
Acer’s $100 Liquid Leap+ Fitness Watch for iOS/Android with a 20% discount
The Remix Mini is a low-cost Android-based PC alternative

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9to5Toys Last Call: ChugPlug MacBook battery $49, Mophie iPhone 6 case $70, Bluetooth keyboard $15, more

Justin Kahn Jun 16 2015 - 9:13 am PT

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Last Call Updates:

Nintendo E3 2015: Super Smash Bros. updates, Star Fox rolls onto Wii U, more
Pixar movies are currently on sale at iTunes and Google Play with prices starting at $13 ea.
New games & hardware announced at E3 make Xbox One deserving of a second look
Last Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas: GoPro Bundles, Gift Cards, 2-day shipping, more
Sony digital game sale: Tomb Raider DE $15, Rayman Legends $20, more
Nintendo – Captain Toad Treasure & Mario Party 10 hit their lowest prices yet + 3DS deals
Bartesian uses a familiar Keurig-like design to deliver cocktails on demand
Omaker 5200mAh battery charger w/ flashlight $8, 5-port USB charger: $17 Prime shipped
Decibullz Custom Contour Molded Earbuds: $45 (Orig. $60, CA Tax Only)
Home: Roomba 780 robot vac (open-box) $369, Norelco Men’s Shaver $102, more

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Lenmar ChugPlug external battery for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro $49 (Orig. $200)

Mophie iPhone 6:Plus Juice Pack

Mophie Juice Pack battery case (multiple colors): iPhone 6 $70 (Reg. $100), iPhone 6 Plus $80 (Reg. $100)

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SHARKK Aluminum Bluetooth Keyboard $15 (Reg. $40), more

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Ondesoft Mac Bundle with X-Mirage, iTunes Converter, Audiobook Converter and more: free ($146 value)

The Big Deal photography bundle with training tools, memberships for $99 ($4,000+ value)

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$50 iTunes gift card for $40 shipped

iTunes cards buy one, get one 30% off at Target, email delivery or 10% off at Best Buy

Restaurant and apparel gift cards 20% off: JCPenney, T.G.I. Friday’s, Legal Seafood, Steak n’ Shake, Jiffy Lube, more

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Quick Review: Kano’s Raspberry Pi 2 computer kit shines as a learning tool for kids and DIYers alike

More new gear from today:

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Yamaha 7.2-channel Wi-Fi AV Receiver with AirPlay + Bluetooth $450 shipped (Orig. $850)

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Games/Apps: 1 Password for Mac $35, DA Inquisition $30, Trine $2, more

New! Up to 60% off Bluetooth speakers: Philips Mini $18 Prime shipped (Reg. $30), more
New! Headphones: Beyerdynamic $170, Sennheiser Momentum $70, more
New! Eyefi: Wi-Fi support for GoPro/Olympus cams + new cloud pricing

Today only- Sons of Anarchy Complete Series Gift Set: Bluray $100 (Reg $160),DVD $70 (Reg $94) http://t.co/8EU87E46Kj pic.twitter.com/rbEhSFZhv6

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) June 16, 2015

Samsung T1 portable SSDs drop even further: 250GB $90, 500GB $180, 1TB $360 http://t.co/Y2HxrN31hU pic.twitter.com/SvJLRXC6DI

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) June 16, 2015

More deals still alive:

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Timbuk2 30% off sitewide: Command Messenger Bag 2015 $97 (Reg. $149), much more

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Keep your Wi-Fi and iPhone running during a power outage w/ APC’s Back-UPS Connect for $48 shipped (Orig. $80)

Seagate 8TB Backup Plus USB 3 Desktop Drive: $250 shipped (6TB: $200, 5TB: $134)
Buy a $150 Best Buy e-gift card and get $15 off your next online or in-store purchase
MLB.TV Premium subscription drops to $50 for the rest of the season (50% off)
App Store Free App of the Week: Slayin endless RPG goes free for the first time ($1 value)
Lifetime subscription: 1TB of online cloud storage from Dripbit $55 (Orig. $480)
Amazon Fire TV Stick streaming media player w/ voice search for $34 (Reg. $39)
Purchase a $50 Staples Gift Card and get a free $10 ePromo Card
Charge up to four USB devices at once w/ this RAVPower Desktop Charger for $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $16), more
Father’s Day: Tommy Hilfiger, Nordstrom, more up to 50% off, tools/gift cards from 20% off
VPN Roundup: Lifetime access and other options starting from $39
Home: Ronco Stainless Steel Rotisserie Oven $123 (Reg. $160), more
Acer 27-inch IPS Monitor w/ built-in speakers + HDMI $300 shipped (Reg. $350)
‘Pay what you want’ Mobile-First Developer’s Bundle ($1,740 value, currently $6)
The ad-free version of Trivia Crack goes free (Reg. $3)

New products & more:

Giveaway: The DODOcase $80 Apple Watch and iPhone charging solution stands out amongst the rest

The Last Guardian E3 2015

E3 2015: Sony shows Last Guardian, Final Fantasy VII remake, Uncharted 4, Star Wars, more

E3 2015: Microsoft unveils new hardware, 360 compatibility + Forza 6, Halo 5, more

E3 2015: Bethesda’s real life Pip Boy for iPhone/Android, Dishonored 2, Doom, more

E3 2015: Xbox Live Gold Members can enjoy EA Access for free this week

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Belkin is set to take on Philips Hue with its new WeMo smart home LED bundles

Parrot details new drones with upgraded specs for land, water and air
Oculus finally unveils the retail version of its Rift VR headset
These Multisport Biometric Headphones are a fitness tracker and Bluetooth headset
New Games/Apps: Threes! goes free-to-play, Drop the Chicken 2 releases at 50% off
Get your first look at Star Wars: The Force Awakens Lego, Hasbro and Hot Wheels toys
Sony’s new RX100 IV prosumer digital camera is loaded with features
Holus uses 3D holograms to bring images from phones and tablets to life
Ratchet & Clank is coming to PS4 with impressive next gen visuals and a brand new arsenal
Apogee now offers free Waves plug-in bundles worth up to $600

Google Docs ‘Slides’ app updated with AirPlay and Chromecast support

Stephen Hall Jun 11 2015 - 10:51 am PT

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Google announced today that it updated its Slides app, available for Android and iOS, to both support Google Cast and AirPlay. The update comes following the announcement of the Remote Display API that Google showed off at its I/O developers conference at the end of June, which allows developers to present more intricate applications and games on a remote screen.
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Opinion: These were the 10 game-changing WWDC 2015 announcements

Jeremy Horwitz Jun 9 2015 - 1:50 pm PT

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There were so many announcements during the WWDC keynote yesterday that even people who follow Apple for a living (and expected most of the details) were overwhelmed. New versions of iOS, OS X, and watchOS were only three of the biggies, alongside the official debut of Apple Music and a lot of small but interesting new details.

Since the keynote ended, I’ve been sorting through all of the stories, as well as all three new operating systems. What follows are my picks for the ten most game-changing WWDC 2015 announcements, some of them requiring more explanation than others. They’re not in rank order, but there’s definitely one that I thought was the biggest of the bunch. Share your picks in the comments section below…

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9to5Toys Last Call: Spigen iPhone 6 cases from $4, JBL AirPlay speaker $39, Aukey 20,000mAh power bank $27, more

Justin Kahn Apr 28 2015 - 9:10 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Spigen iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles & colors from $4 Prime shipped (up to 80% off)
Patriot’s USB-C Flash Drives are primed for new MacBook and Chromebook Pixel owners
Griffin WatchStand Apple Watch Charging Dock $27 Shipped (Orig. $30, shipping this week)
The ON magnetic portable charging station from RUBIX takes inductive charging on the road
Media: Manny rental $0.99, Boxing films on iTunes $10 ea, 8 free country music tracks, more
Samsung expands its smart audio lineup with new touch control on-ears, more
Lexmark Network-Ready Color Laser Printer $90 shipped (Orig. $300)
Home: Crest Luxe Whitestrips $34, Coleman outdoor canopy w/ LED lighting $104, more

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iPads: mini 3 16GB Wi-Fi $250 (Reg. $399), Air 2 Wi-Fi 64GB $500 (Reg. $599), 128GB $590 ($699)

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Add AirPlay music streaming to your house w/ JBL’s SoundFly Air Wi-Fi Speaker for $39 shipped (Orig. $200)

Aukey: 20,000mAh powerbank $27 (Reg. $35), Bluetooth hands-free car kit $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30), more

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Review: Omaker M4 Splashproof/droppable Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker with NFC: $25 Prime shipped (Orig. $70)

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$50 iTunes gift card for $40 shipped: save 20% on apps, music, movies and more

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This $7 iPhone 6 armband is the perfect Apple Watch workout companion (Reg. $12)

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Small States Review: Grovemade’s Laptop Stand combines quality craftsmanship & thoughtful design, giveaway

More new gear from today:

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Daily Deals: Samsung 50″ 1080p Smart TV $650 (Orig. $950), Quadcopter w/FPV Cam $130 (Orig. $200), more

New! Your choice of two rugged Lumsing Bluetooth speakers: $20 (Reg. $24+)
New! Harman Kardon AE in-ears w/mic & remote $49 (Reg. $125+), more
New! Games/Apps: PlayStation Gold Wireless Headset $70, iOS freebies, more
New! LG G Watch R drops to $249 following Watch Urbane release

More deals still alive:

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iOttie iTap Magnetic Air Vent Mount for iPhone 6/6 Plus $17 Prime shipped (Reg. $25)

Hours Time Tracking app from Apple Design Award winner Tapity goes free ($7 value)

djay 2 for iPhone & iPad go free for the very first time

HooToo USB 3.0 Hubs: 3-port w/ Gigabit Ethernet $12 (Reg. $24), 4-port $7 (Reg. $14)
Samsung 60″ 1080p 240Hz HDTV $1,100, LG 34″ UltraWide Monitor w/ Thunderbolt 2 $751
Earjax ‘Lyrics’ Noise-Isolating Earbuds: $35 Shipped (Orig. $100)
WD Wireless 2TB USB 3.0 Hard Drive streams 4 HD videos at a time, on sale for $160 (Reg. $200)
Apple-certified MFi Lightning cables: 2-Pack 1.3-ft $10, 3-ft $7, 6-ft $10, 10-ft $10, more
Home: 1 yr. Sam’s Club Plus w/ $20 GC $41 ($143 value), more
Groupon 10% off: iPad mini Lifeproof $27, PS4/Xbox One refurbs from $234, more
New Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 trailer and early access to multiplayer beta
Baytek PartyMix Portable Bluetooth Speaker $22 Prime shipped (Orig. $46)
iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit Bundle $65 shipped (Orig. $110)
EC Technology portable foldable Bluetooth keyboard $27 Prime shipped (Orig. $70)
5-Pack of HDMI 6-ft cables $6 shipped (Orig. $12+)
Jawbone Big Jambox Bluetooth Speaker w/ 3 Color options (refurb) $140 (Orig. $300)
Laser Printers: Samsung Xpress Wireless All-in-One $100, Xerox Phaser $100, more
Toshiba 1TB $50 (Orig. $75), 3-Pack Seagate 1.5TB $150 ($210 value), more
Seagate Expansion 5TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive $120 shipped (Orig. $250)
Add Ethernet and more USB 3.0 ports to your MacBook for $16 Prime shipped, more
Media: Meat Loaf’s Greatest Hits free (~$15 value), Unbroken HD rental $1 (Reg. $5), more
ZeroLemon SolarJuice 10000mAh water resistant Battery Pack w/ flashlight: $26 (Orig. $50)

Hurry! Get two Philips LED Light Bulbs for $4.97 (backordered, but finally avail for order!) http://t.co/QiNSIcu0Fx pic.twitter.com/vmnEQJlyqB

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) April 23, 2015

New products & more:

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Rock out with this scaled down Bluetooth-connected Iron Man Mark XLIII mask

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The Flyte levitating light bulb works like magic and looks like a dream

This voice-activated sensor turns any regular trashcan into an iOS connected smartcan
This iOS connected hybrid trash can vacuum is “the world’s first smartcan”
ElevationLab’s NightStand is a versatile charging dock for your Apple Watch
SquareTrade takes on AppleCare+ for Apple Watch with its own 2-yr protection plans
popSlate’s new case puts an E Ink display on the back of your iPhone 6
Wakē uses infrared sensors and parametric speakers to wake up one person at a time
Droplet smart buttons remind you to get things done without a barrage of notifications
Two of Philips’ new LED light bulbs can be had for just $5

9to5Toys Last Call: iPad mini 2 WiFi+Cell 64GB $320, iPhone 6 cases from $2, AirPlay speaker (refurb) $29, more

Apr 7 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Orange Chef’s Countertop kitchen prep accessory integrates with Apple Watch and Vitamix
Give your MacBook a boost with this stunning USA-sourced wooden stand from Grovemade
Media: Harry Potter 8-film iTunes collection $50, Game of Thrones S1 Blu-ray $20, more
Monoprice introduces new line of 5 USB-C cables for connectivity & displays as low as $10
Home: KRUPS Espresso Machine $40, Rubbermaid Outdoor Storage $119, more
Free songs on Google Play from P!nk, Shakira, John Legend and others

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Apple iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular 64GB in Space Gray or Silver for $320 shipped (Orig. $729)

Verus Cases for iPhone 6/Plus 80% off w/ deals as low as $2 Prime shipped (Orig. $17+)

JBL SoundFly Air wireless speaker with Apple AirPlay (Refurb.): $29 shipped (Orig. $140)

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Mac/iOS App Store promo discounts 35 Photo + Video apps by 50% or more

iTunes Free App of the Week: Back to Bed ($4 value)

Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($5 value)

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Small States Review: This is Ground’s Mod 2 is the ultimate on-the-go iPad companion, giveaway worth $310

More new gear from today:

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Games/Apps: Baldur’s Gate II:EE $5 (Reg. $10), Run 10K Pro! Free, more

New! MacBook Air 13-inch 1.4GHz/4GB/256GB (early 2014) $880 shipped (Orig. $1,199)
New! Roomlia hotel savings app adds loyalty program: stay 7 nights, get 1 free
New! PSA: Today’s the last day for Prime members to reserve Amazon Echo at for $99

More deals still alive:

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Headphones: Parrot Zik Wireless Bluetooth $230 (Reg. $300), Sennheiser Over-Ear $70 (Reg. $80+)

Upgrade your HDTV’s audio w/ this 320W LG soundbar for $245 (Reg. $600)
AOC 17-Inch USB 3.0 Powered Portable LCD/LED Monitor $170 shipped (orig. $250)
AmazonBasics MFi Lightning cables: 6-ft $10 (Reg. $15), 3-ft $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $14)
JBL Headphones: J55i $20 (Reg. $35+), J56BT wireless $55 (Reg. $70+)
Xbox One AC Unity bundle w/ Halo MCC & 3-months Live $350, more

New products & more:

NuDock wants to charge your Apple Watch, iPhone and every other USB device you own

This Tiko 3D Printer has a unibody design and direct drive titanium setup, costs only $179
Roku announces new features and upgrades to its line of streaming media players
Dust off your Game Boy cartridges, this case will let you play them on your iPhone 6 Plus
Samsung’s Radiant360 R7 wireless speaker has a blimp-like design & 360 degree sound
Philips’ Hue Go puts smart lighting everywhere so you’ll never have to rough it again
Nostalgia runs high w/ the iOS release of DuckTales: Remastered
Outsource your house chores to Amazon and get a free $20 gift card
This no fuss cover makes it stupid easy to add USB power to any outlet
Onkyo’s new portable headphone converter: Lightning cable to boost your iPhone’s sound
Sling TV will offer HBO plus on-demand content in time for Game of Thrones premiere
Amazon’s Dash Service brings push button ordering to your washing machine

9to5Toys Last Call: MacBook Air (2015) $99 off, iPhone 6 Plus Game Boy case, 4K AirPlay A/V Receiver $200, more

Justin Kahn Apr 3 2015 - 9:04 am PT

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Dust off your Game Boy cartridges, this case will let you play them on your iPhone 6 Plus
PNY 128GB microSDHC Flash Memory Card $70 shipped (Orig. $120)
V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Limited Edition Over-Ear Headphones $100 shipped (Reg. $160)
Samsung’s Radiant360 R7 wireless speaker has a blimp-like design & 360 degree sound
Omaker 6.6A 3-port car charger and 5200 power charger $21 Prime shipped (Reg. $32)
Home: Ninja Master Prep Pro blender $40, In-Wall Speaker Cable Kit $10, more

Here’s the first real discount for Apple’s 2015 MacBook Air lineup

Best Buy 2-Day Sale: 13-inch MacBook Air 1.4GHz/4GB/256GB $900 or $850 w/ .edu, much more

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Mac/iOS App Store promo discounts 35 Photo + Video apps by 50% or more

iTunes Free App of the Week: Back to Bed ($4 value)

Pixelmator – the best photo editor for Mac – cuts its price in half to $15 (Reg. $30)

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Pioneer 5.2-ch. Network AirPlay 4K A/V Receiver $200 shipped (Reg. $320)

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LAST CHANCE – Small States Review: TM1985’s Weekend Duffel is the perfect companion for any excursion, $371 giveaway

More new gear from today:

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AmazonBasics Apple-certified MFi Lightning cables: 6-ft $10 (Reg. $15), 3-ft $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $14)

You can still get an AirPort Extreme refurbished by Apple for just $129 http://t.co/BIF5QMI9Wk pic.twitter.com/oZvSPmUJvu

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) April 3, 2015

New! PNY Attaché 2 128GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive $30 shipped (Orig. $60)
New! Crucial M500 960GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive $290 shipped (Reg. $360)
New! Daily Deals: Klipsch speaker $105, Samsung Smart TVs (refurb) from $240, more
New! Harman 5.1-Ch Theater System (black or white) $199 shipped (Orig. $379)
New! Headphones: AKG K 545 over-ears (refurb) $130, Senn HD518 $60, more
New! Games/Apps: Borderlands Pre-Sequel for Mac $25, The Evil Within $20, more
New! Acer 11.6″ Chromebook 2.16GHz/4GB RAM/16GB SSD $129 shipped (orig. $199)

After quickly selling out, Amazon is again taking preorders for the Limited Edition Batman PS4 http://t.co/ds5SJp7E9G pic.twitter.com/LNDFpLo3Ir

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) April 3, 2015

More deals still alive:

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Apple iPad 4 Retina 16GB 4G GSM/LTE Unlocked: $300 shipped or $50/mo for 6 months

Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($5 value)
2K Drive now available for free on iOS (Reg. $7)
JBL Headphones: J55i $20 (Reg. $35+), J56BT wireless $55 (Reg. $70+)
ZeroLemon iPhone 6 battery case $31 Prime shipped (Reg. $51)
Home: Hamilton Beach slow cooker $25, Dyson fans, more
Buy Apple TV for $69 and get a free $10 Target gift card, more savings for REDcard holders
Beam a 300″ 1080p projection w/ this $500 Acer projector (Reg. $800)
Xbox One AC Unity bundle w/ Halo MCC & 3-months Live $350, more
Aukey 3600mAh power bank + Lightning cable $16 Prime shipped ($26 value), more
Buy a 2TB Portable HDD for $80 or a 5TB Desktop HDD for $125
Home theater upgrade: Bose Acoustimass 6 speaker set $369 shipped (Reg. $400+)
TP-LINK 300Mbps Universal Wi-Fi range extender $18 shipped (Reg. $24)
PlayStation Plus announces free games for April: Dishonored, Never Alone, more
Media: LOTR films, much more
Clean up your diet w/ free Kindle downloads of these healthy cookbooks
Nintendo deals: amiibo figures 25% off, 3DS games $25, eShop 10% off
Mackie speakers + ATH-M40x Pro Headphones $130 shipped ($200 value)
Apple adds 12 different iMac w/ Retina 5K models to its refurb store, up to $660 off

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Outsource your house chores to Amazon and get a free $20 gift card

New products & more:

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Philips’ Hue Go puts smart lighting everywhere so you’ll never have to rough it again

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Nostalgia runs high w/ the iOS release of DuckTales: Remastered

This no fuss cover makes it stupid easy to add USB power to any outlet
Onkyo’s new portable headphone converter: Lightning cable to boost your iPhone’s sound
Sling TV will offer HBO plus on-demand content in time for Game of Thrones premiere
Amazon’s Dash Service brings push button ordering to your washing machine
DeNA’s new Marvel Mighty Heroes brawler is now available on iOS & Android
Quirky’s new line of home automation includes a gorgeous coffee maker w/ iOS integration
This Batman: Arkham Knight PS4 is one of the best looking consoles, pre-order
Neo smartpen N2 sends handwritten words and doodles to its app
This case lets you deck out your MacBook with LEGO bricks
Spotify finds an exclusive gaming console home w/ Sony’s new PlayStation Music service
Amazon announces unlimited Cloud Drive storage for all of your photos and files
The software used by Pixar to create visual effects for movies like Toy Story is now free
Former Apple Designer launches new iOS and Android connected timepiece
Relive the most epic battles from the Final Fantasy series in Record Keeper for iOS/Android
Here’s how to install Kano OS on your Raspberry Pi 2 for free
The iDrink iPhone case includes a built-in breathalyzer, bottle opener and driving game
InfiniteUSB cables offer an endless supply of USB ports for your laptop

Review: Celluon’s PicoPro is an iPhone 6 Plus-sized, battery-powered HD projector

Jeremy Horwitz Jan 30 2015 - 8:28 am PT

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I grew up with a front-projector TV the size of a coffee table, later owned a rear-projection TV that was somewhat larger than an adult bicycle, and have since tested projectors shaped like DVD players, Mac minis, and iPhone cases. Pico projectors — generally small enough to fit in pockets — typically struggle the most to prove their practicality. Projectors generally need big, powerful lightbulbs to be seen in anything but the dimmest of rooms, and the smaller they are, the worse they tend to be, particularly as they move further from the surfaces they’re protecting on.

Korean developer Celluon — the company behind breakthrough laser keyboards that can create typing surfaces anywhere — is now trying its hand at pico projectors, and I have to admit that I’m far more impressed than I thought I’d be. PicoPro ($349) packs a high-definition video projector, a battery pack, and wireless capabilities into a 0.55″ thick enclosure with the same footprint as an iPhone 6 Plus. Overall, it’s the best small projector I’ve tested: much easier to use, quiet, and capable of delivering a better complete viewing experience. But like competing pico projectors, it also has some noteworthy limitations that you’ll want to be aware of before jumping in.

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Review: Libratone’s second-generation Loop brings Bluetooth to the AirPlay-only Danish speaker family

Jeremy Horwitz Jan 23 2015 - 8:09 am PT

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AirPlay isn’t dead as a wireless speaker standard, but it’s not exactly healthy: many models have been discontinued, and new releases have all but stopped. Having previously gone all-in with AirPlay, Danish designer speaker maker Libratone is now rolling out updated versions of its circular Loop, tube-shaped Zipp, and triangular Live systems that augment AirPlay rather than ditching it. The new Libratone Loop ($500) modestly tweaks the prior version to add Bluetooth 4.0 support — a feature that radically increases Loop’s compatibility. Though its high price tag will continue to keep this model out of reach for most consumers, long-awaited and substantial discounts on the prior-generation models (Loop here, Zipp here, Live here) may bolster their appeal.

Having tested the new Loop, my personal feelings are mixed: I applaud Libratone for consistently releasing speakers that look distinctive, working both as design objects and audio systems, but the MSRPs remain somewhat hard to justify given the sonic performance…

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How to watch NBC’s Super Bowl XLIX live stream on desktop & iPad, Verizon’s stream to smartphones

Jordan Kahn Jan 20 2015 - 11:38 am PT

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NBCUniversal announced today that it will offer a free live stream of Super Bowl XLIX on Feb. 1 to all desktop and tablet users to promote its TV Everywhere service. For smartphones, Verizon has exclusive rights to stream the event to users through its own mobile app.
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AllCast media streaming app makes it to iOS, works with Apple TV, Roku, Xbox, FireTV and more

Ben Lovejoy Jan 13 2015 - 4:42 am PT

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The AllCast media streaming app–which allows photos, music and video to be beamed from a mobile device to an Apple TV, Roku, Xbox, FireTV and a range of smart TVs–has now made it to iOS, following the release of the Android app last month (shown in the above video). It’s compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, and is optimized for iPhone 5 and up.

The app works in a very similar way to the Chromecast stick–or, as the developer puts it, “no setup necessary, it just works like magic” …
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CES 2015: Moshi launches chic new AirPlay speaker Spatia

Jeremy Horwitz Jan 6 2015 - 8:04 am PT

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Although Apple’s AirPlay wireless speaker technology has pretty much faded out of public view, there are still companies producing new designs to support the standard. Moshi today announced Spatia, a particularly attractive design combining respectable speakers, amplifiers, and fancy external materials including metallic and fabric accents. Standard AirPlay features such as lossless audio streaming and router-free Wi-Fi Direct are included, enabling Spatia to operate independently or on an existing Wi-Fi network.

The all-in-one system contains twin 1-inch tweeters, two 2.75-inch drivers, and a 4-inch downward-firing subwoofer, notably in a housing with a stand that keeps all of the speakers floating above the surface of a table. Moshi hasn’t compromised on the audio processing hardware, either, as it includes two DSP chips and two Class-D amplifiers to separately drive the high/mid and low frequencies. Audio can be adjusted by a Spatia speaker app, downloaded for free from the App Store. Moshi has not yet announced pricing or an availability date for the speaker.

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Google Cast for audio is an AirPlay competitor for music streaming from Android, iOS & web

Jordan Kahn Jan 5 2015 - 8:19 am PT

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Google today announced Google Cast for audio, which the company says takes advantage of Chromecast tech to send audio to third-party hardware like speakers, A/V receivers, and sound bars. The feature will allow users to tap a “cast” button from within music and radio apps on Android, iOS and the web to stream audio to Google Cast enabled speakers.
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9to5Toys Last Call: the best iOS app sales/freebies for the holidays, PlayStation 4 bundles from $350, much more

Dec 23 2014 - 2:50 pm PT

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Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the brand new 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Updates:

PlayStation 4 bundles including Glacier White, hit new low of $350 shipped
The best iOS app sales/freebies for the holidays: GTA, Day One, Infinity Blade, Rayman, Tweetbot, Batman, Bastion, Deus Ex The Fall, BioShock, many more
Daily Deals: Energy Bluetooth soundbar w/sub: $120, Samsung Galaxy Gear or Gear Fit smartwatch $79, Logitech wireless keyboard: $20, more
Up to $220 worth of paid Android apps for free: Plex, Terraria, Sonic The Hedgehog 2, djay 2, Fleksy, many more

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~~Amazon Gold Box: Pioneer SC-1223-K 7.2-Channel AirPlay/MHL 4K A/V Receiver: $499 shipped ($600 off)~~

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Daily Deals: iPhone 5c 32GB Unlocked (refurbished) $209, much more

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iTunes year-end blowout: discounted HD movies/bundles, music, more

speck-candyshell-grip-iphone-6-black Speck CandyShell iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple colors/styles from $17 Prime shipped (50% off)

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Holiday Gift Guides:

Dan’s Gift Guide: low cost tech accessories you may have overlooked
Jared’s gift guide: The best media streamers to give for the holidays
Justin’s holiday gift guide: accessories to amplify your Mac set-up
Trevor’s holiday gift guide: products that make life easier and look good doing it

More new deals:

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New! ~~15% off iTunes gift cards w/ email delivery from PayPal~~
New! Canon imageCLASS Monochrome Laser Printer $90 shipped (orig. $399)
New! Staples $5 off $50 purchases w/ in-store pick up: Apple TV $79, more
New! Kitchen Tech: Bringing Professional, Modern Recipes and Techniques Home
New! Become an Adorama VIP member for free ($149 value)
New! Sennheiser Semi-Circumaural Dynamic Hi-fi Headphones $15 (orig. $50)
New! Games/Apps: BioShock for iOS $5, Hitman Go $1, more
New! Sennheiser MM30 in-ear headphones w/ mic & remote $30 (Reg. up to $60)
New! Download a free copy of Michael Bublé’s Christmas album on Google Play
New! Home: Oral-B 1000 Electric Toothbrush $26 (Reg. $33+), more
New! Google Play year-end sale lists dozens of albums $1.99 and up

More deals still alive:

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PlayStation 4 hits all-time price low of $329 in Walmart last-minute gift sale
Best Buy Gamers Club Unlocked, 20% off all video games for 2-years: $30 (70% off)
Skylanders Trap Team Starter Pack for iOS $20 (orig. $75)
Polk Audio Omni S2 Wireless WiFi Speaker $99 w/ free one-day shipping (Reg. $150)
Logitech K830 illuminated wireless keyboard w/ touchpad: $60 shipped (Reg. $100)
Infinity Blade III now available for just $1 (Reg. $7)
R.B.I. Baseball 14 for iOS hits its all-time low ahead of Christmas: $1 (Reg. $5)
Apple Smart Cover for iPad mini & iPad mini 2nd Gen $17 shipped
Mac games: Borderlands Pre-Sequel $30 (Reg. $60), more
Tomb Raider iOS App Bundle: $5 (Reg. up to $11)
iTunes Free App of the Week: Brushstroke ($2.99 value)
Lexar Black 128GB Jumpdrive USB 3.0 Flash Drive: $35 shipped
Mac Desktops: iMac 5K $200 off, Mac Pro up to $800 off, Mac mini up to $150 off

New products/ongoing promos/info:

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LG takes on SONOS with its new Music Flow multi-room audio system
Samsung readies 34-inch 21:9 curved monitor
Nintendo: Christmas Day arrival for Duck Hunt on Virtual Console
9to5 Guide: The best iPad stands, docks, and cases with built-in stand
Audio-Technica releases its new SonicPro line of in-ear headphones
Roundup: touchscreen gloves from $2, DIY options for iPhone
Power Pen is the “world’s first pen with an integrated smartphone battery”
The ODROID-C1 is a quad-core hobbyist computer priced at just $35
Kitchen Tech: Sous Vide water baths turn plain meat into succulent steaks
Review: Toffee’s Fitzroy Satchel is a solid gift for thoughtful commuters
Gaming For Couples: The Peggle Family + The Beatles Rock Band
Nano Drone: The “world’s smallest quadcopter” is also one of the most affordable
Kitchen Tech: Magical ice ball makers transform everyday drinks into classics

9to5Toys Last Call: Seagate 2TB portable HDD $75, Lumsing 10400mAh Power Bank $19, Apple TV $84, more

Oct 10 2014 - 8:56 am PT

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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

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Carl Zeiss unveils its sub $100 virtual reality headset for iOS and Android
Fashion: Solstice Sunglasses in-store credit 50% off, Nike Free 5.0 running shoes $65, more
1-yr magazine subs w/ digital access for $5: Wired, GQ, ESPN, Rolling Stone, more
Home: Remington electric shavers from $25 (up to 30% off), kitchenware, more
Quick look: The BlueSYNC SPB is an All-in-One Bluetooth speaker w/ FM radio, 2200mAH Powerbank, more

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~~Bowers & Wilkins Z2 AirPlay speaker w/ Lightning dock $100 shipped (orig. $400)~~

seagate-2tb-expansion-stbx2000401 Seagate 2TB Expansion Portable USB 3.0 Hard Drive: $75 shipped (Reg. $110)

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Power up: Lumsing 10400mAh Power Bank $19, Bolse Lightning (MFi)/Micro USB car charger $24

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Belkin 20% off sitewide: Thunderbolt 2 Express Dock HD for Mac $240, WeMo LED starter set $80, much more

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11-inch Apple MacBook Air 1.6GHz/4GB/128GB refurbished w/ 90-day warranty: $599 shipped

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Small States: Carved wraps your phone w/ wood from sunken ships & skateboards, multiple giveaways

Sabrent 50W 5-port USB desktop charger $16 Prime shipped (Reg. $30) http://t.co/GSn9TqX6gI

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) October 10, 2014

Other new deals:

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New! Groupon 10% off: Apple TV $84, LifeProof iPad cases from $30, PS4 $360, more
New! Apple iPod touch 32GB in space gray or silver $224 shipped (Reg. $299)
New! APC Back-UPS 600VA 8-outlet power supply: $45 shipped (orig. $110+)
New! Two free months of Audible audiobooks for new and existing accounts ($30 value)
New! Games/Apps: Dead Space & Need for Speed (iOS) 50% off, more
New! Daily Deals: Sharp 1080p HDTVs from: $200, LifeCHARGE USB power banks: $30, more

More deals still alive:

LG Smart LED HDTVs: 42-inch $425 (Reg. $799), 50-inch $550 (Reg. $1,099)
Mpow Mbox Portable Bluetooth Speaker $43 shipped (Reg. $100) + Freebie contest
WD My Cloud 3TB Personal Cloud Storage: $150 shipped (orig. $200)
iPad 4th gen. w/ Retina display LTE (refurb): 64GB $430, 128GB $480
Bose AE2 fold-flat over-ear headphones $70 shipped (Reg. $150)
BOGO movie ticket offer for Fury, Brad Pitt’s new war flick
Halloween costumes for adults, children and pets – plus decorations and more
1-yr magazine subs from $5 w/ digital access: Wired, GQ, Rolling Stone
Free iTunes download of the ‘Star Wars Rebels’ series premier
rooCASE iPhone 6/6 Plus cases in a variety of colors and styles: $7 shipped (Reg. $20)
Numark Mixtrack Edge Slimline portable USB DJ controller $99 (orig. $300)
Home: Barska biometric safe $135, Rachel Ray wood salt/pepper set $20, more
Blu-rays $4.50 w/ free pickup at Target, Warrior/Lincoln Lawyer rentals $0.99, more
Beats Mixr headphones $100 shipped w/ $100 .edu email discount ($150 off)
3-in-1 Portable Car Charger/Wall Charger/Power Bank: $6, 4-port USB car charger: $20
PowerA iPhone 5 Star Wars cases from $10 shipped (orig. up to $35)
8GB Moto G Boost Mobile no contract phone: $60 shipped (2013 model)
Lenmar Meridian MFi 2300mAh iPhone 5/5s Battery Case: $45 shipped (Reg. $90)
Canon PowerShot ELPH 100 HS 12.1MP blue or silver (refurb) $45 shipped (orig. $108)
Lumsing Ultrathin Power Banks w/ Prime shipping 6000mAh: $21, 8000mAh: $23
APC Power Saving Back-UPS Pro 1500VA: $150 shipped (orig. $310)
Two college hoodies for $40 shipped (orig. $40 each), choose from hundreds of teams
Headphones: Sennheiser Audiophile $100, more
Yamaha (RX-V477) w/ Airplay Receiver $300 (orig. $450), more
AmazonBasics 3-ft MFi Lightning cable (white or black): $11 (Reg. $14)

More iPhone 6/6 Plus deals, accessories, and trade offers:

iloome readies “the world’s first” curved tempered glass screen protector for iPhone 6/6 Plus
Roundup: the best ultra tough Lightning cables for your new iPhone 6/6 Plus
Faster 2.1A chargers/batteries, more for iPhone 6/Plus quick charging (roundup)
Apple isn’t making an iPhone 6/6 Plus dock, here are your best options
Couldn’t score a 128GB iPhone? Add storage to any iPhone w/ a wireless drive
Best iPhone 6/6 Plus plan in US? T-Mobile unlmtd.100 mins talk: $30/month
Should you protect your new iPhone 6/6 Plus with AppleCare+ or SquareTrade?

New products/ongoing promos:

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Troy-Bilt’s FLEX conquers all of the seasons and power washes too
Amp iPhone speaker case delivers a personalized audio experience, pre-order to save 50%
Ski Safari: Adventure Time for iOS is IGN’s free game of the month
Kano teaches your kids to build a computer without breaking the bank
Logitech’s new iPhone battery case offers magnetic mounting & military-grade protection
Activision releases Skylanders Trap Team for iPad w/ tablet stand portal & controller

iPhone app Numerous adds iCloud sign-in, Today widget, more

Zac Hall Oct 1 2014 - 6:53 am PT

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Numerous, the number tracking app for iPhone, previewed a new version of the app over the summer with several features that take advantage of iOS 8. Today the update is live and includes support for HealthKit to read data from Apple’s Health app, a Today widget in Notification Center for glancing at numbers you track, and added AirPlay support for displaying an optimized version of your numbers on Apple TV.

The update also includes iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus enhancements and landscape support, but iCloud sign-in support is probably my favorite addition. Introduced earlier this year at WWDC, iCloud sign-in support allows developers to offer app users an alternative to easy log-ins through social networks like Facebook and Twitter.
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2013 Apple TV revision gets its first exclusive feature: iOS 8’s Peer-to-Peer AirPlay

Jordan Kahn Sep 23 2014 - 1:25 pm PT

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When Apple released Apple TV software update 7.0 earlier this month, it came with support for new iOS 8 features including the new Peer-to-Peer AirPlay feature. First announced when Apple unveiled iOS 8 earlier this year, Peer-to-Peer AirPlay allows users on iOS 8 and the upcoming OS X Yosemite release to stream content to an Apple TV without having to connect to the same wireless network. What we didn’t know at the time, however, is that the feature is limited to only the latest Apple TV hardware:
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Apps & updates: Yahoo Screen adds Vevo, Amazon Cloud Drive adds AirPlay, eBay updates UI and more

Benjamin Mayo Sep 2 2014 - 12:38 pm PT

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In a flurry of updates today, Amazon Cloud Drive and Sony’s Music Unlimited service have received updates for their respective streaming services. Amazon Cloud Drive adds AirPlay support for photo and video streaming to Apple TV, as well as exposing more metadata information in the UI. You can now also rename albums, although this is iPhone only for reasons unknown.

Sony has given its Music Unlimited app a big overhaul. The app has been modernized with iOS 7’s aesthetics, featuring sharp imagery and flat iconography. The team have also dedicated significant time in improving performance, to minimize the sluggishness customers complained about in previous versions. You can also edit playlists right from the app, a critical improvement for a music app.
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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Air $369, iTunes GC 33% off, AirPlay adapter $20, Parallels 10 $60, more

Aug 28 2014 - 9:00 am PT

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Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

ipad-air Last Call updates:

Save $130 on select Apple iPad Air models, 16GB is just $369 shipped (26% savings)
AutoDesk releases a new photo editing app for Mac
Get 75% off ‘Borderlands 2: GOTY Edition’ for Mac: $10 (Reg. $40)
Brother Monochrome Laser Printer $60 shipped (Reg. $120)
Jabra jumps into the fitness tracking world with new heart rate monitoring headphones
Cuisinart Pressure Cooker (refurb) $54 (Reg. $100+ new), kitchen items, more
3-yr sub to Bloomberg Businessweek magazine for $20 shipped (Reg. $150)
Dyson teases new robot vacuum technology coming September 4th

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iTunes gift cards:

$15 iTunes gift card for $10 (33% off)
$50 iTunes gift card for $42.50 (15% savings)

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Save an extra 10% on HDTVs at eBay: Sony 50″ Premium 3D smart HDTV $710 (Orig. $1,399)

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Add AirPlay to any set of speakers or receiver w/ AirMobi Music Receiver for $20 Prime shipped

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Parallels Desktop 10 for Mac $60 shipped (Reg. $80)

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Apple iPad mini w/ Retina display 16GB WiFi: $320 shipped (Reg. $399)

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Small States: Inside the world of Grado headphones, giveaway worth $495 dollars
Other new deals:

New! Poweradd 50W 6-Port Family-Sized USB Desktop Charger $22 (Reg. $66)
New! Samsung 840 EVO 500GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD $200 (Orig. $500)
New! Daily Deals: Insignia In-Ceiling Speakers: $50, 40-pack of AA Batteries: $10, more
New! Games/Apps: Amazon summer digital games sale up to 80% off, more
New! New apps & updates: Tiny Tower Vegas & Wipeout 2

More tech deals still alive:

After a quick sell out, the Breaking Bad Blu-ray collection w/ money barrel is available again http://t.co/ew12gcbBds pic.twitter.com/9X7LRktXXl

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) August 27, 2014

Seagate Expansion 5TB USB 3.0 desktop external hard drive: $160 (orig. $250)
iOttie Easy One Touch Car Mount for iPhone & other smartphones $13 (Reg. $25)
Otterbox Reflex Case iPad 2/3/4 $29 shipped (Reg. up to $54)
Bose SoundTrue on-ear headphones (black) $129 shipped (Reg. $150)
Logitech Wireless Mouse M525 in Navy and Grey $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $40)
JBL Flip 2 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker (blue or red) $70 shipped (Reg. $100)
Lexar 32GB TwistTurn USB 2.0 Flash Drive $10 shipped (Reg. $23)
Monoprice Sale: 10% off sitewide, save on MFi Lightning cables, headphones, more
Audible Anniv. Sale: 100 top-selling audiobooks for only a couple dollars each
HDTVs w/Dell eGift Cards: Samsung 65″ HDTV + $250 GC $1,298 ($2,100 value), more
TRENDnet Wireless N 150 Mbps Travel Router $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $53)
Headphones: Beats Pro over-ears (refurb) $179, Bose OE2 on-ears $90, more
94Fifty Smart Sensor Basketball: $200 shipped (Reg. $250)
D-Link DHP-309AV Mini Powerline Starter Kit $25 shipped (orig. $80)
Joy Factory carbon fiber headrest mount for tablets $50 shipped (Reg. $90)
Garmin nüvi 5″ GPS Nav System w/ lifetime (US) map updates $85 shipped (Reg. $170)
LifeProof iPad mini waterproof nüüd case $25 (orig. $120), more
Sol Republic Relays In-Ear Headphones (multiple colors) $60 shipped (Reg. $80)
Sony PlayStation 24″ 3D 1080p 240Hz (refurb): $100 shipped (Reg $200)
Two-pack of Kensington ClickSafe $25 (Reg. up to $70)

Apple Deals:

Walmart temporarily cuts 16 GB iPhone 5c price to $.97, iPhone 5s now $79
Apple giving out five Newsstand magazines a day till Aug. 22 in the UK
Apple cuts prices of all Beats by Dre products by 10% through Aug. 23rd
The Apple Store now sells an $89 refurbished iPod touch and it may actually be worth your time/money

Home/fashion/magazines/games/media:

Watches 20% off at Amazon, Lord & Taylor gift cards 20% off, more
MLB.TV rest of season $12, Katy Perry’s Prism album for free, more
Pyrex 18-Piece set $25, Dyson DC50 Upright Vac (refurb) $230, more
$100 StubHub gift card for $85 shipped (15% savings)
GermGuardian HEPA air cleaning system $80 (orig. $150), Neato Signature robo vac $280 (orig. $400), more

New products/ongoing promos:

New Livescribe Notebook takes ideas from paper to digital in a whole new way
LG’s new CordZero vacuum has stalking skills that’ll help keep your place clean
LaCie is now shipping the fastest, highest-capacity Thunderbolt 2 storage solution
Smart buys: our favorite back to school tech essentials
Mo-Fi: Powered Hi-Fi Headphones with Built-in Amp by Blue
TiVo targets cord cutters with new Roamio OTA DVR
LG announces availability details for “the world’s first OLED TV with 4K resolution”
Strap a GoPro to your pooch, plus Incase now protects action cameras
Reversible USB Lightning cable available for purchase
Satechi’s latest wireless keyboard can sync with up to five Bluetooth devices at once