Rikka Altland is the Editor-in-Chief of 9to5Toys and writes a daily column of all of the best deals for 9to5Mac. Having joined the team at the beginning of 2017, over the past six years she has gone on to specialize in being a mainstay in the LEGO news and rumors scene while also reviewing the latest iPhone accessories, earbuds, and home networking gear.
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Today’s best deals include the latest MacBook Air on sale for $899 alongside $1,300 off Apple’s refurb Retina 5K iMac Pro. Plus, Anker’s latest iPhone accessory sale starts from $17. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
After taking the wraps off its upcoming collection of NASA-themed Apple gear last week, CASETiFY is back with a new lineup of iPhone cases, Apple Watch bands, and other accessories. This time around, Pokémon fans will be able to outfit their devices in a variety of styles of the original 151 characters with old-school patterns. Head below for a closer look at the new series of limited-edition Pokémon gear and for all the details on how you can score it for yourself.
As part of Monday’s best deals, Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Pro is $250 off. Plus, AirPods fall to $129, and Aukey’s new 100W Omnia USB-C PD Charger is $43. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Today’s best deals include Best Buy’s latest Apple 3-day sale, plus a Woot iPad event with deals from $300, and Satechi accessories from $32. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Thursday’s best deals include Anker’s latest iPhone accessory sale from $12, as well as Powerbeats3 Wireless Earphones at $70 and a discount on Apple’s Wireless Charging AirPods Case. Hit the jump for all of that and more in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Today Apple is bringing the latest 2020 MacBook Air to its refurbished storefront for the first time. The already affordable machine is now seeing even more enticing pricing starting at $849. As we’ve come to expect, Apple’s refurbished process remains the best in the game with competitive policies including all of the original accessories and more. Head below for the full breakdown on pricing, as well as availability.
Today Synology is debuting its latest NAS, the new 2-bay DS220+. Upgrading the compact design that’s made its predecessors great options for beginners, new additions like dual networking slots, DDR4 RAM, and overall boosted performance make it an even more notable contender. Head below for all the details on the new release as well as a hands-on look at the performance of the Synology DS220+ NAS.
In Friday’s best deals, Apple HomePod has returned to $200 alongside various Philips Hue outdoor lights are discounted from $40. Plus, Marshall retro speakers and headphones are starting at $70. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
iPad mini cellular configurations from $449 alongside a Western Digital and SanDisk storage sale that takes up to 50% off. Plus, deals on Sony’s truly wireless earbuds. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
While there’s a somewhat-overwhelming amount of smart light switches on the market, only a small number of them support Apple HomeKit. The new Aqara Smart Wall Switch helps bridge this gap with four variants ready to be controlled by Apple devices when paired with a hub. If you’re wondering why there are four variants, the answer is to provide one and two button options that will be compatible in both new and old homes alike. As we’ve come to expect from most HomeKit-ready devices, these switches also works with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, making them platform-agnostic options ready to serve almost any smart home.
Best Buy has rolled out a new 3-day sale this weekend featuring deals on all the usual categories, including Apple, TVs, smart home and more. Free shipping is available in orders over $35, or you can opt for in-store pickup if your nearest location is still open. Head below for all of our top picks.
Today’s best deals include a $300 discount on Apple’s latest 13-inch MacBook Air, Twelve South’s HiRise 10W Qi Charger at $57, and a Sony 7-inch CarPlay Receiver for $330. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Tuesday’s best deals include $200 off Apple’s latest 27-inch 5K iMac, an Anker iPhone accessory sale from $8, and a rare discount on the official Milanese Loop Apple Watch Band. Head below for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Today’s best deals include a $700 discount on the latest 15-inch MacBook Pro alongside refurbished iPhone XS/Max and more from $120. Plus, you’ll be able to score new lows in a one-day networking Gold Box. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Apple’s AirPods with Wireless Charging Case have dropped to $160 in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break, plus $300 off 16-inch MacBook Pro, and JVC’s 6.8-inch CarPlay Receiver is $380. You’ll find all that and more down below.
Synology is taking to CES this year to officially unveil its latest affordable home storage solutions with the debut of its DiskStation DS420j NAS. Designed for managing a user’s data backup and file sharing needs, this four-bay model enters with a compelling $286 retail price for its feature set, 112MB/s transfer speeds, and the usual suite of Synology software capabilities provided by DSM. Head below for a closer look at Synology’s new DiskStation DS420j NAS.
Apple Pencil 2 falls to new all-time low at $99 in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break, plus Twelve South’s BookBook V2 MacBook Case hits $32, and Apple’s AirPods Wireless Charging Case is $46. You’ll find all that and more down below.
Thursday’s best deals include Anker’s post-holiday sale, Twelve South Leather iPhone XS Wallet Case at $28, and a 30% discount on Parallels Desktop 15 for Mac. Head below for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Tuesday’s best deals include elago’s iPod-themed AirPods Case for $9, August HomeKit Smart Lock Pro at 25% off, and a Sonos One SL bundle. Head below for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Denon is no doubt one of the more well-known players in the home theater space. But now the company is looking to expand its hi-fi audio products to the rest of your home, announcing a suite of three new multi-room speakers deemed Denon Home. Entering with price points starting at $249, this new collection of home audio products takes on Sonos and other smart speakers with notable features like AirPlay 2 and more. Head below for a closer look.
With smart home ecosystems largely funneling down to HomeKit, Alexa, and Assistant, it’s always good to see new products that natively support as many as possible. The new ConnectSense In-Wall Outlet thankfully supports all three, solidifying itself as a solid contender in the smart home space.
Unlike typical smart plugs, this unit replaces existing outlets. Going this route yields a clean look while also delivering desirable smart home functionality. “Ultra-precise power monitoring” is also a notable feature, delivering measurements that ConnectSense touts as accurate within a 0.1% margin of error. Read More
Apple’s all-new 16-inch MacBook Pro gets its very first discount, plus AirPods Pro return to Amazon low and Apple’s iPhone XS/Max Battery Cases are on sale from $79. You’ll find all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Today’s best deals are headlined by the latest AirPods on sale starting at $130, plus score a new all-amazon low on Apple Watch Series 4 GPS at $99 off and bring home the 11-inch iPad Pro while pocketing $149 in savings. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Apple’s latest 11-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular gets nearly $300 discount today at Amazon. Plus, Kenwood’s 7-inch CarPlay Receivers are up to $100 off and you can bring home Arlo’s Ultra 4K 3-camera bundle at a new low. You’ll find all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.