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9to5Toys Last Call: Belkin/Kensington iPad Keyboard cases $30, Photoshop+Premiere Elements 13 $68, more

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

• Apple-Certified MFi 6′ braided Lightning cable: $9 shipped, 3′: $7 shipped
• iTunes Free App of the Week: Toca Nature ($3 value)
• iOS App Store – Great Games 50%+ off: Infinity Blade III, Monument Valley, more
• PhoneDrone’s unique design leverages the power of your iPhone in the sky
• Home: Cuisinart 10-Pc Stainless Cookware $95 (Orig. $160), more

Amazon Gold Box Tech Accessories: Belkin/Kensington iPad Keyboard cases $30, Pencil/Adobe Stylus $40, Bags, more

Adobe Premiere+Photoshop Elements 13: $68 download or CD, Adobe CC Photography+$40 Credit: $10/month

Apple iPhone 6 Factory Unlocked 64GB in all colors for $710 shipped (Reg. $749)

The ultimate lifeline: this $60 power bank can jump start your car and charge your iPhone

Hub+ USB-C accessory adds connectivity options to a MacBook & charges your iPhone

Pixelmator image editor and effects app for iOS now 50% off: $5 (Reg. $10)

GTA San Andreas for iOS now available at its lowest price ever: $3 (Reg. $7)

Review: iOttie’s Active Edge bike mount safely puts your iPhone front and center, exclusive 30% promo code

More new gear from today:

Spigen iPhone 6/Plus cases in multiple styles/colors 60% off, deals start at $5 Prime shipped

Samsung 850 EVO 500GB 2.5-inch Internal Solid State Drive $170 shipped (Reg. $200+)

• New! Headphones: Sennheiser Urbanite XL over-ears $150 (Orig. $250), more
• New! Games/Apps: Dying Light $40, Goat Simulator $2, iOS freebies, more
• New! Anker 4-Port USB Car Charger $12, JBL Pebbles USB Speakers (refurb) $20, more
• New! Logitech K480 Multi-device Bluetooth Keyboard (refurb) $26 shipped (Reg. $37)

More deals still alive:

Grab any Apple iPad w/ LTE for $100+ off at T-Mobile during its Mother’s Day Sale

 Twelve South rare sitewide discount: HiRise Deluxe iPhone/iPad stand $53, BookBook iPad case $70, more

• iOttie iPhone 6 Car Mount + Dual USB Car Charger $13 shipped ($24 value)
• Lexar 128GB Micro-SD Card (95MB/s) for $86 shipped
• Printers: Canon PIXMA w/ 32GB Flash Drive $110 (Reg. $150), more
• Headphones: Sennheiser HD 202 II over-ears $15, Piston 3 in-ears $16, more
• Bluetooth Speakers: JBL Spark $30 (Orig. $130), more
• Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker $179, UE Mini Boom $70, more
• Kensington ClickSafe Keyed Laptop/Device Lock $17 Prime shipped (Orig. $40+)
• Home: Philips AirFryer in black $120 (Orig. $220+), more
• Stream Amazon Prime Instant Video movies at 30,000-ft in the air
• Laptop bags: Belkin Messenger $20, Lowepro Passport $20, more
• Revogi Smart Color Bluetooth LED Bulb $35 Shipped (Orig. $50, CA Tax Only)
• Canon Refurb Cams: SL1 $300 (Orig. $550), Rebel T5 w/ lens kit $300 (Orig. $440), more
• Netgear N300 Wi-Fi range extender for $25 shipped (Reg. $37+)
• Bluetooth Speakers: Sony SRSX5 $130 (Reg. $180), UE Mini Boom $70 (Orig. $100)
• Multi-magazine subs from $4/yr: Wired, Men’s Health, ESPN, many more
• Google doubling the free trial period for new Play Music All Access members
• iPhone 6 MFi battery cases: UNU DX 3,000mAh $50, Anker Premium 3,100mAh $30
• ‘ExoMount Touch’ Universal Car Mount $20 Shipped (Orig. $30, Tax only in CA)
• Seagate’s recently released USB 3.0 Expansion drives: 4TB desktop $100, 1TB Portable $55

New products & more:

Classic adventure game Myst reportedly making a return with a new original Hulu TV series

• Comcast announces a new UHDTV set-top box that may finally launch 4K mainstream
• Everything is awesome with this Apple Watch stand made of LEGO
• The GoSun Grill uses solar power to cook your food even at night
• Tony Hawk rides again in new Pro Skater 5 for Xbox One and PS4
• Disney infinity 3.0 has been revealed w/ new Star Wars & Avengers Play Sets
• OtterBox announces new Symmetry Series folio style cases for iPad Air 2 and iPad mini
• Samsung’s new SD cards bring faster speeds, larger storage for 4K video and photography
• GE’s new lightbulbs have HomeKit compatibility and will help you sleep better
• nexpaq’s iPhone 6 case enables killer features to be added and removed on-the-fly

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9to5Toys Last Call: Mpow Bluetooth 4.0 Earbuds $22, Anker Jump Starter + Power Bank $60, JBL Bluetooth Speaker $30, more

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

 

Update (5/6 7:00pm): The Mpow Bluetooth Earbuds have sold out.

• Mpow Swift Bluetooth Stereo Sport Earbuds $22 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
• The ultimate lifeline: this $60 power bank can jump start your car and charge your iPhone
• Bluetooth Speakers: JBL Spark $30 (Orig. $130), more
• Hub+ USB-C accessory adds connectivity options to a MacBook & charges your iPhone
• Comcast announces a new UHDTV set-top box that may finally launch 4K mainstream
• Classic adventure game Myst reportedly making a return with a new original Hulu TV series
• Printers: Canon PIXMA w/ 32GB Flash Drive $110 (Reg. $150), more
• Home: Philips portable energy goLITE $75 (Reg. $150), more

Pixelmator image editor and effects app for iOS now 50% off: $5 (Reg. $10)

Games/Apps: Monument Valley $1, COD Strike Team $2, Infinity Blade III $3, more

GTA San Andreas for iOS now available at its lowest price ever: $3 (Reg. $7)

Grab any Apple iPad w/ LTE for $100+ off at T-Mobile during its Mother’s Day Sale

Twelve South rare sitewide discount: HiRise Deluxe iPhone/iPad stand $53, BookBook iPad case $70, more

Everything is awesome with this Apple Watch stand made of LEGO

OtterBox announces new Symmetry Series folio style cases for iPad Air 2 and iPad mini

Review: iOttie’s Active Edge bike mount safely puts your iPhone front and center, exclusive 30% promo code

More new gear from today:

SanDisk Extreme SDXC/microSDHC cards up to 75% off, starting at $17 for 16GB

• New! Amazon: 70% off jewelry + free next day shipping for Mother’s Day slackers
• New! Daily Deals: uNu iPhone 6 Battery Case $43, RAVPower power bank $16, more
• New! Headphones: Sennheiser HD 202 II over-ears $15, Piston 3 in-ears $16, more

More deals still alive:

Lexar 128GB Micro-SD Card (95MB/s) for 4K video recording, more for $86 shipped

iOttie Easy View iPhone 6 Car Mount + RapidVolt Dual USB Car Charger $13 shipped ($24 value)

• Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth Speaker $179, UE Mini Boom $70, more
• Kensington ClickSafe Keyed Laptop/Device Lock $17 Prime shipped (Orig. $40+)
• Home: Philips AirFryer in black $120 (Orig. $220+), more
• Stream Amazon Prime Instant Video movies at 30,000-ft in the air
• Laptop bags: Belkin Messenger $20, Lowepro Passport $20, more
• Nexus 5 + 1-Year Unlimited Talk-and-Text Shipped: $200 (Orig. $582)
• Moto X (2014) unlocked 32GB for $350 (Reg. $550), 64GB: $375 (Reg. $600)
• Revogi Smart Color Bluetooth LED Bulb $35 Shipped (Orig. $50, CA Tax Only)
• Canon Refurb Cams: SL1 $300 (Orig. $550), Rebel T5 w/ lens kit $300 (Orig. $440), more
• Netgear N300 Wi-Fi range extender for $25 shipped (Reg. $37+)
• Mother’s Day Deals: Flower arrangements from $34, much more
• Bluetooth Speakers: Sony SRSX5 $130 (Reg. $180), UE Mini Boom $70 (Orig. $100)
• Multi-magazine subs from $4/yr: Wired, Men’s Health, ESPN, many more
• Google doubling the free trial period for new Play Music All Access members
• iPhone 6 MFi battery cases: UNU DX 3,000mAh $50, Anker Premium 3,100mAh $30
• Spotify reboots its popular 3-month $0.99 Premium plan for new subscribers
• ‘ExoMount Touch’ Universal Car Mount $20 Shipped (Orig. $30, Tax only in CA)
• Seagate’s recently released USB 3.0 Expansion drives: 4TB desktop $100, 1TB Portable $55
• Wireless EarPod-style Bluetooth 4 headphones (compatible w/Apple Watch): $12 shipped
• HBO NOW free trial offer drops to one week after initial promo period, sign up now
• iTunes Free App of the Week: Mighty Switch Force! Hose It Down! ($2 value)
• Ring Wifi Video Doorbell w/ iPhone/Android app: $189 Shipped (Orig. $229)
• T-Mobile is once again dishing up free MLB At Bat access to its customers ($20 value)
• 3.2-ft MFi Lightning cable + 2.4A Car Charger for $9 (Reg. $17)
• Regal’s $1 Summer Movies promo includes The Lego Movie, Paddington, more
• Free Xbox Live games for May: Mafia 2, F1 2013, CastleStorm DE, Pool Nation FX, more
• Free PlayStation Plus games for May: Guacamelee!, Unfinished Swan, more

New products & more:

The GoSun Grill uses solar power to cook your food even at night

Tony Hawk rides again in new Pro Skater 5 for Xbox One and PS4

Disney infinity 3.0 has been revealed w/ new Star Wars & Avengers Play Sets

• Samsung’s new SD cards bring faster speeds, larger storage for 4K video and photography
• GE’s new lightbulbs have HomeKit compatibility and will help you sleep better
• nexpaq’s iPhone 6 case enables killer features to be added and removed on-the-fly
• Connected Cycle’s smart pedals will track your riding and help you find a lost bicycle
• IKAWA’s coffee roaster brings the experience home w/ iOS connectivity and custom recipes
• Give your iPhone a shake to create exciting videos with TomTom’s new Bandit action cam
• Hulu just paid $180 million for Seinfeld, get the entire series for $65
• Patriot’s USB-C Flash Drives are primed for new MacBook and Chromebook Pixel owners
• The ON magnetic portable charging station from RUBIX takes inductive charging on the road

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Twelve South’s latest HiRise dock accommodates Apple Watch

From 9to5Toys.com:

As the noise begins to die down from Monday’s Apple Watch announcement, we’re seeing a number of accessory makers reveal solutions for charging and storing the timepiece. Twelve South has announced its latest HiRise iteration, designed specifically for docking Apple Watch.

Much like previous models from Twelve South, the HiRise for Apple Watch elevates the device to a level that makes all buttons accessible for easier manipulation. It has a built-in cord management solution to keep the MagSafe charger in place, snaking through the aluminum base while keeping it out of sight.

The HiRise for Apple Watch uses both the magnetic pull of the MagSafe charger and a small cutout to hold the device in place. Additionally, that same magnet will also keep your watch still even when a band is not present. It has silicone accents throughout the dock, which are designed to offer scratch protection. It also has a non-slip rubber base for keeping the HiRise in place while interacting with the device. This dock is slated to ship in two colors: silver and black.

At $49.99, the Twelve South’s HiRise for Apple Watch offers a docking solution that falls in line with the pricing we’d expect for this type of solution. Availability has yet to be released, but interested consumers can sign up for an alert via the HiRise product page for when it comes to market.

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Here’s what Apple included in this year’s $320 ‘Lucky Bag’ specials

The contents of Apple’s 2015 Japanese “Lucky Bag” sales have been revealed. The bags went on sale at 8 AM local time this morning, and the entire collection of deals was quickly revealed by those who had taken advantage of the limited-time offer.

The bags will cost shoppers around ¥38,000 (or about $323). There are four different types of bags available, and customers will get one at random when they make their purchase.

Here’s what shoppers will find in their Lucky Bags this year:

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9to5Toys Black Friday: Sabrent 10-port USB charger $20, Macs up to $200 off, Made In America deals, Anki $99, more

Last USB charger you’ll need: Sabrent 10-Port USB Desktop Charger: $20 (orig. $45)

Best Buy Black Friday Mac deals: MacBooks/iMacs up to $200 off, more

Made in America Black Friday Deals: This is Ground, Spool Dock, DODOcase, more

Anki Drive Starter Kit, iOS-controlled killer robot car racing game $99 shipped (Reg. $150)

Continue on for the rest of our favorite Black Friday tech deals:

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9to5Toys Last Call: RAVPower 10400mAh power bank $24, Logitech UE BOOM $150, iPad/Mac accessories up to 60% off, more

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call updates:

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• Philips introduces new $30 iOS/Android-controlled Wifi Hue bulb, now available for preorder
• RAVPower Element 10400mAh external power bank: $24 shipped (Reg. $36)
• Home Deals: Oral-B Black 7000 Electric Toothbrush $108 (Reg. $150+), more
• Lukati MFi certified 4-foot Lightning cable $8 Prime shipped (Reg. $20)
• UE Mini Boom Bluetooth Speaker & JayBird BlueBuds X Bluetooth Headphones $170 ($220+ value), UE Boom $150 (Reg. $200)

Amazon Gold Box: up to 60% off iPad/Mac/PC accessories from Twelve South, Kensington, Logitech, more

Displays:

• HP 27″ 2560×1440 LED-Backlit IPS Monitor with DisplayPort & DVI-D (refurb)$275 shipped (Reg. $600)
• HDTVs: Samsung 39″ 1080p LED: $285, LG 32″ 1080p LED: $220, Panasonic 39″ 1080p: $250

Media players:

• 2-pack of Google Chromecast streaming media players $55 shipped ($70 value)
• Amazon Fire TV streaming 1080p media player $84 shipped (reg. $99)

Award-winning MacLovin’ Bundle $40 for djay, Boom, Cinemagraph Pro, Keyboard Maestro, NetSpot Pro, much more

Blu-ray Steelbooks up to 45% off, Neighbors/Knocked Up iTunes movie bundle $20, MP3 albums $2, more

Apple deals:

• New 13.3-inch MacBook Air 4GB/128GB: $750 w/.EDU email ($250 off/$850 w/o)
• Apple 13.3-inch MacBook Air 1.3GHz Haswell/4GB RAM/256GB SSD: $949 (orig. $1,299)
• iPad mini w/ Retina display from $350 ($50 off) or from $300 w/ .edu ($100 off)
• iPad Air from $399 ($100 off)

Other new deals:

• New! Games/Apps: BioShock & Deus Ex for Mac, Blueprint 3D goes free, more iOS freebies
• New! Samsung 840 EVO Series 250GB 2.5-Inch SATA III SSD $110 (Reg. up to $155+)
• New! Sony HT-XT1 2.1 channel soundbar w/ built-in subwoofer $239 (Reg. $298), more
• New! Daily Deals: Unlocked 64GB iPhone 5s: $629, battery case for iPhone 4/4s/5/5s: $10, more

More tech deals still alive:

Logitech Ultrathin Protective Keyboard Folio Case for iPad Air refurb Black: $20 shipped http://t.co/qXjLwuO2f8 pic.twitter.com/OgByejeQoc

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• Olloclip 4-in-1 Lens System & Quick-Flip Case for iPhone 5/5s $45 shipped (orig. $100)
• Automatic: Your Smart Driving Assistant for iOS $80 shipped (Reg. $100)
• Get a free Redbox game and movie rental
• Scosche In-Ear headphones w/ remote & mic $41 shipped (Reg. up to $100), more
• Pioneer Speakers: Center Channel $50 (Reg. $100), Floor Speakers $70 (Reg. $130), more
• HDTVs: LG 50″ 1080p: $450 (Orig. $800), Seiki 65″ 4K: $999 (Reg. $2000), more
• Canon PIXMA Wireless All-In-One Color AirPrint Printer $50 shipped (orig. $150)
• ThinkGeek 20% off sitewide with no minimum purchase
• Urge Basics Sound Brick Bluetooth speaker $30 (Reg. up to $70)
• Belkin QODE Keyboard Cases: iPad Air $37 (Reg. $80), iPad 4 $40 (Reg. $70), more
• MEElectronics Air-Fi Metro2 AF72 Bluetooth in-ear headphones $60 (Reg. up to $100)
• MEElectronics Air-Fi Runaway AF32 Bluetooth Headphones: $40 shipped (orig. $100)

Home/fashion/magazines:

• Home Deals: Oster Blender w/ Sport Bottle $19 (Reg. $40), kitchen items, more
• 1-yr magazine subs from $4.50: Maxim, Men’s Health, Men’s Fitness, more
• Home Deals: Up to 50% off name brand vacuums, up to 70% off at JCPenney, more
• Reebok Back to School coupon: take $25 off orders of $90 or more (up to 28% savings)
• Timbuk2 Spin Messenger Bag $28 shipped (Reg. $69)
• Home Deals: Black & Decker Lithium handheld vac $68 (Reg. $80), much more

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New products/ongoing promos:

• Introducing the OM/ONE: The world’s first floating Bluetooth speaker
• GeckoEye is a mini solar powered surveillance cam that can be mounted “anywhere”
• Jabra Stealth Bluetooth headset goes next level with Siri and Google Now control
• 1Password app sale: iOS $9.99 (Reg. $19), Mac $34.99 (Reg. $50)
• Target appears likely to reboot its $199 iPad mini sale later this month
• Sketchbook painting and drawing apps for iPhone and iPad go free for the first time ever
• Timex introduces its ‘no phone required’ Ironman GPS One+ smartwatch
• Navdy HUD may finally make it safe to tweet and drive, save 40% when you preorder

Google/Microsoft/misc tech:

• Google Play Music offering free songs from Nirvana, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, more
• Lenovo IdeaPad 11.6-Inch Touchscreen Chromebook $300 shipped (Reg. $330+)
• Google Play Summer Sale up to 85% off: Deus Ex, Gangstar Vegas, Final Fantasy, more
• Acer 11.6-inch C720 Chromebook (Refurb) $130 shipped (Reg. $199 new)
• Samsung Galaxy Battery Clearance on Amazon, prices start at $6 Prime shipped
• HP Chromebox CB1 desktop computer $150 shipped (Reg. $180)

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Twelve South debuts SurfacePad variant for iPad mini, teases iPad Air version

Twelve South, makers of fine accessories for Apple products, debuted a new version of its popular SurfacePad case for the iPad mini today. The new case is very similiar to the existing iPhone version. It’s made of leather that covers both the front and back of the iPad. A built-in stand allows you to watch videos in landscape at a comfortable angle.

Like Apple’s own Smart Cover, the SurfacePad uses a set of magnets to automatically put the iPad to sleep and wake it up when the cover is opened and closed.

The SurfacePad for iPad mini is available for $69.99 on the Twelve South website. It comes in three colors: black, white, and red. The company says it is currently working on a version of the case for the full-size iPad Air which will be available this Spring.

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Review: Twelve South GhostStand for MacBooks

Since its launch a couple of months ago, I have been using the Twelve South GhostStand as a stand for my MacBook Pro. Ideally, the stand is supposed to be used as a way to prop up a laptop’s display to be used with an external mouse and keyboard. However, in my current setup, I lack external input devices, but the stand has been excellent for making room on my desk for other work and watching movies. Sometimes, it is also helpful to use the computer (with its built in keyboard and trackpad) while its propped up on the stand.

As for the accessory itself, the build quality is great, and it is easy to setup. The GhostStand ships with two pieces that you connect together to form the stand. It is not recommended that users take the stand apart after setup. The stand includes a soft material on the bottom so you don’t have to worry about scratching your desk or other places in which you might place the GhostStand. The stand works with MacBooks of all kinds, including the classic models, Airs, Pros, and Retina Pros.

It runs for $34.99, and it a great option for those looking to extend their notebook experience with an external keyboard and mouse. 

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Hands-on with Twelve South’s new HiRise adjustable MacBook stand

Twelve South already has its HiRise stand for iMac that we recently went hands-on with, but that product is aimed at increasing the height of your iMac or Thunderbolt display to a comfortable viewing level. Twelve South is launching HiRise for MacBook today—aimed at users who pair their MacBook with a display and/or keyboard and mouse at home. The stand adjusts from 3.7 inches to 6 inches, allowing you to easily align your MacBook screen with a paired iMac or Thunderbolt display (as pictured above) for a dual monitor setup. We’ve been playing with the new HiRise for MacBook over the past couple days and have nothing but great first impressions.

You can adjust the $70 stand’s height easily by loosening a screw at the back and pushing down on the spring-loaded arms. The arms cushion your MacBook with a layer of soft silicone that also provides traction and keeps your Mac from slipping off. We didn’t have any problems with the MacBook sliding, even when adjusting and moving the stand around, but Twelve South does not recommend typing on the device’s keyboard when mounted on the stand.

The stand has thin Teflon rails on the bottom, allowing you to slide it or adjust left to right without scratching your desk, but it’s quite a solid chunk of brushed metal at 1.75 pounds. It also resembles an iMac stand, which makes it fit in nicely next to an iMac or Thunderbolt display. If aligned just right, the stand seems to disappear and leave your MacBook floating next to the display.

If you’ve been looking for a product like this, you won’t be disappointed dropping $69 for the HiRise.

You can order it on Amazon or through Twelve South’s website today.