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Say hello to the first of the 12-inch MacBook clones: HP’s 12.5-inch fanless Core M EliteBook Folio

Apple’s 12-inch MacBook broke new ground when it opted for a fanless Core M processor in a form-factor that was all about creating the sleekest, most portable laptop around – and it was only a matter of time before Windows machines followed suit.

Like the MacBook, the HP EliteBook Folio strips back the ports to just USB-C and a headphone socket – though HP has opted for two rather than one USB-C ports. It weighs a touch more than the MacBook, but is marginally thinner. Design-wise, well, judge for yourself.

HP has gone further than Apple on the display, however. While the MacBook’s Retina display hits 226ppi, HP has squeezed in a 4K display to the top-of-the-range model, giving it a pixel density of 352ppi.

The EliteBook Folio goes on sale in March, with pricing starting at $999 – but that’s with the entry-level 1080p display rather than the 4K one.

Via and image credit Engadget

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TODAY’S CAN’T MISS DEALS:

Last Call Updates:

Choice of JBL Clip or Micro Bluetooth Speakers in multiple colors for $25 shipped (Reg. $40)

• GENII’s CAST streaming box skirts copyright rules to beam your content to friends
• Amazon Gold Box – Fitbit One Wireless Activity Plus Sleep Tracker $75 shipped (Orig. $100)
• Get your wings and a free can of Red Bull today at 7-Eleven stores
• Sports/Fitness: extra 15% off Gerber tools/knives, Pelican Sport Backpack $40, more
• Home: up to 40% off T-fal/Rachael Ray cookware sets from $50, more

Bluetooth On-ear Headphones: SOL REPUBLIC Tracks Air $70 shipped (Reg. $100), more

Apple’s 12-inch MacBook w/ Retina display 1.1GHz/8GB/256GB (Gold): $1,149 shipped (Reg. $1,299)

Amazon’s Black Friday deals go live later this week w/ mobile shoppers getting extra perks

Top 5 ways to score the year’s best online Black Friday deals

10 can’t-miss deals for the holiday season: HDTVs, iPad Air 2, iPhone 6s, more

Apple Watch sale at Best Buy, $50 off across the board, starting at $299 shipped (Open box $278)

20% off iTunes Gift Cards: $100 for $80, $50 for $40, $25 for $20

Giveaway: mophie juice pack reserve battery case for iPhone 6/s (multiple winners)

MORE NEW GEAR FROM TODAY:

Black Friday Magazine Deals start now from under $4/yr: Wired, Popular Science, Dwell, Rolling Stone, GQ, ESPN, more

• Games/Apps: Nintendo 3DS XL Retro NES Edition $160, iOS freebies, more
• MacBook felt portfolio style sleeve: $12 Prime shipped (Reg. $17)
• Media: Holiday classics on Blu-ray/DVD from $4, more
• Daily Deals: Panasonic LUMIX Camera (DMC-ZS45) $90, 6700mAh Power bank $12,
• Beauty & Grooming Essentials up to 40% off: Braun Wet & Dry Electric Shaver $40

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BLACK FRIDAY AD LEAKS & NEWS:

Best of Black Friday – Streaming Media Players: Apple TV 64GB $180, Roku SE $20, 2-Pack Chromecast (2nd gen) $50, more

Best of Black Friday – Smart Home: Nest Thermostat $250 + $50 GC, Philips Hue kit $130

Best of Black Friday – HDTVs: 40-inch from $149, Samsung 55-inch Smart $580 (Reg. $1,200), more

Best of Black Friday – iPads, Tablets and e-readers: iPad Air 2 from $360, Amazon Fire $35 (Reg. $50), more

Best of Black Friday – Games: Xbox One/PS4 console bundles, deep discounts on games, more

Best of Black Friday – wearables: Fitbit Flex $59/Charge $90/more, $100 off Apple Watch, Android smartwatches, more

Best Buy’s Black Friday ad brings deals on Apple Watch, Macs, HDTVs, games & more!

• Walmart’s Black Friday ad leak hits with 4K UHDTV deals, iPad Air 2 $100 off, more
• Target previews its top Black Friday deals, launches surprise one-day sale
• Staples Black Friday Ad Revealed: iPad Air 2 from $374, mini 4 $300, more
• Amazon plans dramatic Black Friday discounts for its Kindle, Fire TV Stick & Fire tablet
• Amazon’s Black Friday Deals store is now open for business
• eBay’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday will deliver deals on MacBooks, iPhone, iPad Air 2
• GameStop Black Friday ad leak: PS4/Xbox One bundles $300, new Nintendo 3DS XL $180
• Costco’s Black Friday ad includes deals on Chromecast (2nd gen), Fitbit Flex, more
• Toys R Us Black Friday ad leak: Xbox One/PS4 bundles $300, more
• Sam’s Club Black Friday ad leak: iPad Air 2 Cellular $175 off, Google Play $100 GC $80
• Kohl’s Black Friday ad leak: more PS4/Xbox One $300 bundles, home goods, clothing
• Sam’s Club One-Day Sale: iPhone 6s/Plus $100 off, iPad Air 2 64GB/128GB $150 off
• HHGregg Black Friday: Beats Powerbeats2 Wireless Headphones $100, more
• Sports Authority Black Friday Ad: Free gift cards w/ footwear, FitBit Charge HR $120
• eBay calls on Black Friday shoppers to decide which products will get discounted this year
• BJ’s Warehouse Black Friday ad hits with Samsung 4K UHDTV deals, fitness trackers
• Sears Black Friday Ad: deals on Samsung 4K UHDTV’s, more
• Black Friday ad leaks drop for Lowe’s, Menards, Cabela’s, and more
• Grab 2 free ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ tickets during Black Friday at Kohl’s
• The Office Depot & OfficeMax Black Friday ad doesn’t bring much to the table

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MORE DEALS STILL ALIVE:

SanDisk Connect 32GB Wi-Fi Flash Drive for iOS/Android: $30 Prime shipped (Reg. $40)

App Store Free App of the Week: PDF Expert 5 goes free for the first time ($10 value)

Implosion – Never Lose Hope for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month ($10 value)

Hitman Sniper for iOS hits its lowest price yet: $2 (Reg. $5)

• Monitors: Dell 24-inch $240 (Reg. $275+), LG 34-inch UltraWide $400 (Reg. $460)
• 2-Pack SONOS PLAY:1 Starter Set for $349 shipped ($400 value)
• Apple MFi Certified 3.1A 4ft Coiled Lightning Car Charger $12 (Reg. $20)
• LG 43-inch HDTVs: Smart 4K + $150 Dell Gift Card $600 (Reg. $800+), more
• Jabra MOVE Wireless Bluetooth Headphones: $60 shipped (Reg. $100)
• Adobe Elements 14 w/ download: Photoshop as low as $40, Premiere $60
• Sony 7.2-ch. 4K AV Receiver w/ AirPlay and Bluetooth: $298 shipped (Reg. $400)
• Mackie CR4 4-inch Multimedia Monitor Speakers (Pair) $120 shipped (Reg. $150)
• GoPro HERO4: Silver (Prime only): $329 (Reg. $400), Black $395 (Reg. $500)
• Bluetooth: Venstart 10W Speaker $20 (Reg. $33), SoundPEATS In-ears $25 (Reg. $50)
• Shoe-up with with casual shoes and Boots 85%+ off at Amazon’s MyHabit
• iPhone 6/s 3100mAh MFi Apple-certified battery case: $21 Prime shipped (Reg. $43)
• Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapters from $34 shipped (Reg. $79)
• 12-month EA Access subscription: $25 (Reg. $30)
• USB Deals w/ Prime shipping: Lumsing 10,400mAh Power Bank $13, more
• Nest Cam 3-pack bundle launching this week for $497 ($100 savings)
• Incase’s ‘Mystery Box’ gets you a $150 grab bag of Apple accessories worth $320
• LEGO locations to offer free build sets in-store with registration
• 44 comic issues for free: Batman, Star Wars, Spawn, The Walking Dead, and more

T-Mobile is discounting iPhone 6s/Plus by $100 when bought on an installment plan or outright

Huge savings on pre-owned Apple Watches, deals from as low as $261 shipped

Apple iPod Touch 5th gen 16-64GB sizes, multiple colors: $149-$199 shipped

Apple Magic Mouse 2 (open-box): $68 shipped (Reg. $80)

Apple iPad Mini 2, space gray or silver: $199 shipped ($70 off)

NEW PRODUCTS & MORE:

Pryme Vessyl skips the 8-cup rule for a user specific iPhone-connected recommendation

Mass Fidelity tries to solve virtual stereo sound with its new Core wireless speaker

• What Watch uses Bluetooth connectivity to tab the memorable moments of your life
• Pulse brings Bluetooth LE + iOS connectivity to a slew of Canon and Nikon DSLRs
• Roku surprises with a new “special edition” streaming media player
• Nintendo announces Zelda Twilight Princess HD remaster, more
• Mophie introduces new power banks with a sleek aluminum design
• Yuneec introduces its own stabilized 4K action camera

 

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Last Call Updates:

App Store Free App of the Week: rop mind-bending puzzle game ($1 value)

• Power Bank Deals: Aukey 20,000mAh Dual USB $22 Prime shipped (Reg. $30), more
• HDTVs: LG 49-inch 60Hz 1080p $370 (Orig. $600), RCA 55-inch 120Hz 1080p $440 (Orig. $800)
• Bose SoundTrue in-ear headphones in black from $60 shipped (Orig. $100), more
• GE’s new smart LED lightbulbs tell your brain when it’s time for bed
• This life-size R2-D2 refrigerator carries your beer to you…for a price
• Freebies: Android Mobile Hacker Bundle + EDGE Extended iOS game + Social Media Marketing eBook + More!
• Sports/Fitness: Pelican Sport Tablet Backpack $50 (Orig. $168), Park Tool Bike Repair Stand $135 (Reg. $185), more
• Home: BISSELL’s best selling steam mop $68 (Orig. $100), stainless steel Crock-Pot $30 (Orig. $50), more

12-inch MacBook w/ Retina display 1.1GHz/8GB/256GB: $1,099 shipped (Reg. $1,299)

13-inch Retina MacBook Pro (newest) 2.7GHz/8GB/256GB: $1,280 shipped (Reg. $1,499)

Toshiba Canvio Connect II 3TB Portable USB 3.0 Hard Drive $100 shipped (Orig. $170)

Logitech K480 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard (refurb) $20 shipped (Orig. $50)

PSA: Best Buy and others launch new Apple TV pre-orders, offer potential savings

The best accessories for the new Apple TV: MFi game controllers, keyboards, cables, more

Target ad leak reveals planned Apple Watch discount for iPhone purchasers

Giveaway: Polk Audio’s Omni Whole Home Music System – Soundbar w/ subwoofer and S2 Speaker ($880 value)

More new gear from today:

Adobe Photoshop Elements 14 (Mac/PC) is on sale for Prime members: $40 shipped (Reg. $70+)

• Games/Apps: Call of Duty Strike Team & Zombies for iOS $2 ea, more freebies
• Men’s Watches up to 70% off: Rip Curl Midnight Matte $140, Nixon Stainless Steel $45, more
• Daily Deals: Insignia 55-inch 1080p Smart HDTV w/ Roku $450,more
• AirPrint Laser Printers: Canon All-in-One $80 (Reg. $109), Samsung $55 (Orig. $160)
• Amazon offers over $70 worth of Android apps for free

More deals still alive:

Monoprice 15% off sitewide: MFi certified Lightning cables as low as $4, more

A Dark Room — the best-selling iPhone/iPad RPG is now available for free (Reg. $1)

• Freebies: NBA League Pass + Supergirl TV episode + Toca Life: Town for iOS + More!
• Free Xbox Live Gold Games for November: Pneuma Breath of Life, Dungeon Siege III, more
• WD Elements 2TB Portable Hard Drive: $66 shipped (Reg. $80)
• Leaf RSS News Reader for Mac drops to $1 (Reg. $8)
• OLALA 6,000mAh Power Bank w/ MFi Lightning Cable $24 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)
• TOTU Dual Layer iPhone 6s Case in gold, silver or gray $3 Prime shipped (Reg. $12+)
• Storage: Seagate Expansion 4TB Desktop Hard Drive $100 shipped (Reg. $120), more
• Ricoh Wireless Color Laser Printer $70 shipped (Reg. $149)
• One year Sam’s Club membership + food coupons: $25 w/ email delivery (Reg. $45+)
• 9to5Toys Specials: MiFi 500 plus 1 year of LTE $149.99, more
• Fashion: Gap Fall Sale up to 75% off + extra 40% – 1969 Jeans from $10, more
• Media: That 70’s Show Complete Series on Blu-ray $70 (Reg. $100+), more
• Fitbit Charge HR Activity Tracker $115 shipped (Reg. $150), Fitbit Surge $195 (Reg. $245)
• GoPro HERO4 Session Action Camera: $249 shipped (Orig. $400)
• ChugPlug External Battery Pack for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro $40 shipped (Orig. $130)
• App Store Free App of the Week: Dr. Panda’s Mailman ($4 value)
• Gift Cards up  20% off: JCPenney, Sports Authority, more
• Fashion – extra 20% off fall athletic/outdoor shoes: Caterpillar boots $52, more
• Protect your new iPad mini 4 with this folio smart case: $3 Prime shipped (Reg. $10)
• proXPN VPN: Premium Lifetime Subscription for $39 ($375 value)
• Best-selling Acer Chromebook 2.6GHz.2GB/16GB SSD (refurb) for $120 (Orig. $170)

New products & more:

The Altwork Station cures the standing desk blues with its reclining design

Can a $99 Windows PC that connects to your iPad be any good?

• Gibson’s Neat podcasting microphones mix fun and color
• Blue’s new Lola headphones drop some weight but keep the retro look
• Toys R Us Holiday Catalog Leak: Apple TV for $54 in-store, much more
• LEGO nailed the famous Ghostbusters Firehouse set
• The eora 3D scanner uses your iPhone to create 360-degree models of anything
• Belkin’s new lightweight QODE Ultimate Keyboard Case for iPad Air 2 is now available
• Dyson’s pricey 360 Eye robo-vac finally sees the light of day
• Use your smartphone as a controller for these AirConsole Mac/PC browser games
• Best Buy lands the first major blow in this year’s battle for holiday shoppers
• Dell Black Friday Ad Leak: Gears of War Xbox One w/ Fallout 4 + controller $300, more
• Amazon thinks leaving your house is over-rated, expands Prime free same-day delivery service
• Marvel’s limited edition Phase Two Blu-ray collection arrives just in time for the holidays

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Last Call Updates:

• Apple Watch 42mm Stainless Steel Case w/ Black Sport Band: $520 (Orig. $599)
• Klipsch HDTV home theater sound system w/ Bluetooth $155 shipped (Reg. $199)
• Koto’s smart sensors track your home’s health and can even forecast storms
• Turn heads at any Halloween party with one of these high-tech DIY costumes
• New Halo 5: Guardians trailer drops as retailers ramp-up pre-order deals
• Freebies: Best Of albums from Alice Cooper, Europe, Miles Davis + Halo 5 content + Krispy Kreme doughnut + More!
• Home: Bosch 2-Tool Home Combo Kit $120 (Reg. $150+), Stainless Steel Ice Bucket & Tongs $20 (Reg. $40), more

iTunes Gift Cards 20% off w/ email delivery via PayPal: $100 for $80, $50 for $40, $25 for $20

Apple 12-inch MacBook 1.1GHz/8GB/256GB from $1,190 or $1,150 w/ .edu (Reg. $1,299), more

13″ Retina MacBook Pro (newest) 2.7GHz/8GB/256GB: $1,280 shipped (Reg. $1,499)

1Password secure password manager for Mac: $30 (Reg. $50)

Daily Deals: Microsoft Universal Mobile Keyboard $40, Lifeproof FRĒ Power Waterproof Battery Case for iPhone 6 $100, more

App Store Free App of the Week: Wake Alarm Clock ($4 value)

The Executive for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month ($5 value)

More new gear from today:

Amazon Gold Box – Crucial & Lexar storage up to 65% off: Solid-State Drives 1TB $270, 500GB $140, 250GB $64, more

• Headphones: V-Moda Crossfade On-Ear $80 (Reg. $100), Aukey Bluetooth In-Ear $17 (Reg. $25), more
• Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag for up to 13-inch MacBooks in multiple colors: $44 shipped (Orig. $99)
• Games/Apps: Wii U Mario 3D World bundle $250, NBA 2K16 $50, Dishonored DE $26, freebies, more
• Outdoor Solar lights: Nitewatch LED Floodlight $50, Two-pack of 200 Lumen LED spotlights $33, more

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More deals still alive:

 

USB-C roundup: Aukey 3-Port USB Hub w/ Gigabit Ethernet $17, Aukey USB Adapter $7, more

• Headphones: Sony Bluetooth $135 (Reg. $199), Beyerdynamic from $170 (Reg. up to $270), more
• Sports/Fitness: extra 25% off PUMA shoes/apparel, 58-pc. backpack survival kit $105 (Orig. $230), more
• Crosley Ranchero Classic AM/FM Radio and Aux Speaker: $65 Shipped (Orig. $100, CA Tax Only)
• 6-pack LED bulbs: SunSun 60W $19 (Orig. $50), Philips 65W Dimmable $34 (Orig. $60), more
• Sony announces official PlayStation 4 price drop, bundles now start at just $349
• Mac Bundle: 14 Mac Apps incl. RapidWeaver, Voila Screencapture, Kinemac 3D, more: $18
• Prime Members: Free 4-month subscription for 3 print magazines – GQ, Wired, more
• Headphones: Bose SoundTrue $100 (Reg. $120), Earbuds from $20, more
• JayBird BlueBuds X Sport Bluetooth Headphones $90 shipped (Reg. $130), more
• Pre-order Microsoft’s latest gadgets right now: Surface Pro 4, Surface Book, Band 2
• TP-LINK Wireless N Nano Router w/ 3-pack of networking cables (Refurb) $8 shipped
• Aukey USB Power Roundup: 6-Port 50W: $15, 5-port 40W: $10
• iPhone 6/s Accessories: 2-Pack Tempered Glass Screen Protector $3, more
• Lytro Illum Camera, captures the entire light field: $700 shipped (Orig. $1,300)
• Tweetbot for Mac drops to $10 (Reg. $13)
• Philips hue Lux LED Starter Kit $60 shipped, 750-Lumen 9W LED Light Bulb $15
• Beyerdynamic A200p Portable DAC Headphone Amp $140 shipped (Reg. $200)
• Pebble Steel Smartwatch for iOS/Android in black or sliver $100 shipped (Orig. $230)
• Motorola Nexus 6 Unlocked 32GB in Midnight Blue: $300 shipped (Reg. $499)

New products & more:

The new Light digital camera uses 16 lenses (!!!) to craft the perfect picture

This clothes-folding washing machine brings first-world laziness to defcon zero

• DJI’s new Osmo 4K camera is one expensive selfie stick
• The latest littleBits DIY electronics kit turns any kid into an inventor
• Handmade at Amazon launches with an eye on knocking off Etsy
• Marvel’s updated plans for phase three of its cinematic universe + comicbook goodies
• Dyson includes air purification in its newest hot + cool bladeless fan
• Ever wonder what a $130K VIZIO Ultra HDTV looks like? Now we know.
• The latest entry in the Far Cry series goes Primal, taking gamers back to 10,000 BC
• Logitech’s new Harmony Home Hub Extender lets the pizza man in with your remote
• Roku’s new streaming media player supports 4K and finds your remote control for you
• Review: Rock Band 4 makes an old favorite come alive
• The new Dr. Who LEGO set looks just like TARDIS time machine

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Last Call Updates:

Wilson’s X Connected Basketball is a simple shot tracking solution

• Sony takes the wraps off a new gold DualShock controller (and other colors too)
• Amazon 32GB Unlocked Fire phone w/ 1-yr Prime: $120 (Orig. $545)
• Bike Accessories w/ Prime shipping: KingTop Aluminum Pump $20, 1byone Mount for smartphones $16
• Home: Cuisinart Popcorn Maker $20 (Orig. $40), Dyson stick/hand vac $200 (Orig. $375), more

MacUpdate Bundle: 10 apps including Toast 14, DevonThink, ExpanDrive, Boom, iMazing and more for $50

Aukey 13.3-inch Macbook Carrying Bag and Sleeve Case Cover $6.50 Prime shipped (Reg. $13)

Amazon Gold Box – TP-LINK Networking up to 30% off: Portable pocket router $10, Powerline starter kit $35, more

Save $100 on Apple’s all-new 12-inch MacBook + extra $50 for students/faculty: 256GB model $1,150 w/ .edu (Reg. $1,299)

Apple is handing out free downloads of Super Hexagon for iPhone and iPad ($3 value)

Giveaway: Schoolhouse Electric makes the clock cool again, $290 value

More new gear from today:

Portable Bluetooth Speakers: Bose SoundLink Mini $159 (Orig. $200), Sony SRSX3 $60 (Orig. $140)

• Headphones: Beats Solo2 on-ears (open-box, multiple colors) $100 shipped (Orig. $200), more
• Games/Apps: Disney Infinity3 Star Wars Bundle $81 (Reg. $115), Xbox One + $50 credit $350, more
• Wireless Laser Printers: Canon Monochrome $50 (Reg. $66), Dell Color $120 (Reg. $180), more
• 10-ft MFI Apple-Certified Nylon Braided Lightning Cable $11 Prime shipped (Reg. $17), more
• Monoprice MHD 2.0 1080p Action Camera: $50 shipped (Orig. $90)
• Samsung 850 Pro 1TB 2.5-inch Internal Solid-State Drive: $400 shipped (Reg. $470)
• Buy D-Link DCS-5009L IP Surveillance Camera, get a free Smart Plug: $70 shipped (~$115 value)
• Daily Deals: UP3 by Jawbone Activity Tracker $120, 1-4 Outlet and Dual-USB Wall Charging Station from $14, more

More deals still alive:

App Store Free App of the Week: Infinity Blade III goes free for the very first time (Reg. $7)

GoPro HERO4 Silver Edition Action Cam $315 (Reg. $400), HERO4 Black $379 (Reg. $500)

• USB chargers w/ Prime shipping: Aukey Dual Car Charger $6, 3200mAh power bank $6, more
• Belkin WeMo iOS connected LED Lighting Starter Kit + extra bulb: $40 shipped ($75 value)
• proXPN VPN: Premium Lifetime Subscription $39 ($375 value)
• Pandora One: 6-Month Subscription $24 (Reg. $30)
• Headphones: Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Over-Ear + FiiO E17K DAC $200 ($300 value), more
• NERF Buy 2 Get 1 Free: N-Strike, Mega Series and Modulus Blasters, more
• Apple-Certified braided nylon MFi Lightning cable (black or silver, 3 ft): $7 Prime shipped, more
• Mpow 3.3-ft MFi Apple-certified Lightning cable: $5 Prime shipped (Reg. $8)
• Bluetooth Headphones: Beats Studio Over-Ear $264 (Reg. $300+), In-Ear $16 (Reg. $24), more
• Disney is giving out copies of Monsters Inc. to users of its free digital movie locker service
• M-Audio BX8 D2 8-inch Active Studio Monitors (pair) $349 shipped (Reg. $499)
• DJI Phantom 3 Standard Quadcopter Drone w/ 2.7K Video Camera: $699 shipped (Reg. $799)
• Radiation Island for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month ($3 value)
• Kingdom Rush goes free for iPhone and iPad (Reg. up to $3)
• Two months of Audiobooks Free from Audible for new subscribers
• ASUS Chromebox 1.7GHz/4GB/16GB Desktop PC: $200 shipped (Reg. $230)
• Scrivener, The Award-Winning Writing App: $20 (Orig. $40)
• Download The Very Best of Britney Spears 14-track compilation album for Free ($18 value)
• Google Play offers free downloads of Sia’s 1000 Forms Of Fear album ($10 value)

New products & more:

Devon and Nixon reveal new luxury Dark Side-inspired Star Wars watches

Kickstarter veteran launches new HiddenHUB smart omnidirectional whole home audio system

• The new Westinghouse Nucli combines a deadbolt, door bell and FaceTime
• Review: Monoprice’s new action camera is loaded with value for a fraction of GoPro’s price tag
• The new Bluetooth Seaboard Rise looks to modernize the typical MIDI controller like never before
• The new Gamevice MFi game controllers will fit your iPad Air and iPhone 6s just right
• A new Star Wars merch subscription service launches while Amazon discounts Force Awaken toy
• Camera+ launches its first free version w/ in-app upgrades for advanced shooting features
• Pokémon Go brings the game to real life on iOS and Android with new wearable device
• Jawbone reformulates its UP2 fitness tracker with a new fashion-forward design

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Update (8/20 2:05pm):  Hitman: Sniper is now currently unavailable. The Hitman: Sniper listing has seemingly disappeared on the App Store. We will update this when we know more

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Last Call Updates:

App Store Free App of the Week: Quell Memento+ puzzle game goes free for the first time ($3 value)

• Beyerdynamic takes its pro-audio pedigree to the streets with these new custom headphones
• SLICK’s motorized mount takes the bumps out of your GoPro videos
• GoPro HERO4 Black 4k Action Camera $379 shipped (Orig. $500)
• VIZIO 38-inch 5.1-Ch. Sound Bar with Wireless Sub. and Rear Satellite Speakers (refurb) $150 shipped (Orig. $280)
• Back to the Future: The Game hits PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, pre-order now
• Nintendo announces official price drop coming for its 2DS handheld console
• Home: Cuisinart 3.5 Qt. Slow Cooker $35 (Orig. $60), Hamilton Beach Blender/Chopper $28 (Orig. $40), more

Apple 12-inch MacBook w/ Retina display 1.1GHz/8GB/256GB in all colors: $1,149 shipped (Reg. $1,299)

Apple 12-inch MacBook w/ Retina display 1.2GHz/8GB/512GB: $1,500 shipped (Reg. $1,599)

NRGized Apple Certified MFi 3-foot braided Lightning cable w/ metal connectors $9 Prime shipped (Reg. $14)

Anker 9-foot Apple Certified MFi Lightning to USB cable (black or white): $11 shipped (Orig. $16), more

Hitman: Sniper for iOS hits its lowest price ever $3 (Reg. $5), Absolution Elite Edition for Mac $10 (Reg. $25)

Tile announces a new generation of its Bluetooth tracker

Giveaway: Blackbox Case gives your iPad or MacBook a cozy bamboo home, multiple winners

More new gear from today:

Quick Review: The Conway Electric Extō Dual-USB is the envy of all power strips

This DHD D1 mini quadcopter drone fits in the palm of your hand for $15 shipped (Orig. $30)

Cheerson CX-10 Mini 29mm 6-Axis Gyro Quadcopter for $12 Prime shipped (Reg. $35)

• Games/Apps: Mac Back-to-School sale up to 80% off – Rayman Origins $7.50, BOGO 70% off Skylanders, more
• Media: Resident Evil Blu-ray Collection $30 Prime shipped (Orig. $60), 007 Daniel Craig Pre-order $20, more
• Daily Deals: JBL Pulse Bluetooth Speaker (refurb) $110, Seagate 5TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive $120, more
• D-Link Powerline 200Mbps Mini Starter Kit (refurb) $10.50 shipped (Orig. 80)

More deals still alive:

Apple iPad mini 3 Wi-Fi in all colors: 16GB $289 (Reg. $399) or 64GB $399 (Reg. $499)

Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB in Gold or Silver: $380 shipped (Reg. $499)

iPad Air 2 w/ Retina display 64GB in Silver (open-box) $440 shipped (Reg. $600)

Mpow 3-in-1 Lens Photography Kit for iPhone: $12 shipped (Orig. $29)

iTunes gift cards 20% off: $100 for $80, $50 for $40, $25 for $20 shipped

• WD Elements 2TB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive $70 shipped (Orig. $110), more
• Headphones: Bose SoundSport workout in-ears $80 (Orig. $150), Beyerdynamic DT 770 over-ears $120 (Reg. $200), more
• Home: Oral-B 1000 electric toothbrush $29 (Orig. $60), more
• Samsung T1 500GB USB 3.0 Portable Solid-State Drive: $180 shipped (Reg. $200+)
• Mackie CR3 powered speakers + Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Pro Headphones: $130 shipped ($199 value)
• Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband in Black: $120 shipped (Reg. $150)
• Headphones: AKG K545 over-ears in black $200 (Reg. $250), Beyerdynamic One Pro over-ears $159 (Reg. $200), more
• Goat Simulator for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month ($5 value)
• Stream nearly every NFL game for $100 w/ an eligible .edu email address (Reg. $359)
• Nike extra 20% off clearance: Free 4.0 Flyknit Running Shoes $76 (Reg. $120), Dri-Fit Shirts/Shorts, Shoes, more

New products & more:

The new AfterShokz headphones bring bone conduction audio to Apple Watch

Train to be a Jedi with this oversized Yoda toy you will, pre-order today

• Fotokite Phi makes flying a drone as easy as walking your dog
• The Alcho-Lock smart bike lock features a built-in breathalyzer and Bluetooth connectivity
• This is Ground announces new Tech Dopp Kit made by hand in LA
• The “world’s first flexible display product” is set to wrap a screen all the way around your wrist
• Super Mario Maker’s playable title screen is loaded with awesome secrets
• This unofficial Android-connected amiibo reader lets players store, share & play characters they don’t own
• Review: The Turtle Beach 800X Elite headset brings Xbox One games to life but lacks in one key area
• Samsung follows the mothership again with new gold on-ear wireless headphones
• The unexpected Star Wars and Cover Girl collaboration hits shelves in September
• Keen Home’s iOS connected Smart Vents keep you comfortable and save money in the process
• Gigantic Lite-Brite brings all your childhood art work back to life
• Make nearly any HDTV a giant Android touchscreen tablet with the Touchjet WAVE
• JayBird’s new Apple Watch compatible X2 in-ears sport enhanced Bluetooth audio
• iRobot finally gets approved to bring wireless robo lawn mowers to your backyard
• The E-Raw concept electric motorcycle combines wood and steel for a one-of-a-kind look

The coolest Apple-certified MFI Lightning cables you can buy for your iPhone, iPad and iPod

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9to5Toys Last Call: 12-inch 512GB MacBook $1,500, 9-ft. MFi Lightning cable $11, Samsung Portable SSD $180, more

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Today’s can’t miss deals:

Last Call Updates:

Mpow 3-in-1 Lens Photography Kit for iPhone and Android devices: $12 shipped (Orig. $29)

• Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband in Black: $120 shipped (Reg. $150)
• Magazine subs starting under $4.50/yr: Popular Science, Wired, GQ, Men’s Health, Smithsonian, Forbes, more
• Fotokite Phi makes flying a drone as easy as walking your dog
• This is Ground announces new Tech Dopp Kit made by hand in LA
• Super Mario Maker’s playable title screen is loaded with awesome secrets
• This unofficial Android-connected amiibo reader lets players store, share & play characters they don’t own
• Home: Back-to-School Essentials up to 80% off – Sharpies, notebooks, scissors, Kitchen Food Scale $8 (Reg. $14+), more

 Apple 12-inch MacBook w/ Retina display 1.2GHz/8GB/512GB in all colors: $1,500 shipped (Reg. $1,599)

Anker 9-foot Apple Certified MFi Lightning to USB cable (black or white): $11 shipped (Orig. $16), more

Samsung T1 500GB USB 3.0 Portable Solid-State Drive: $180 shipped (Reg. $200+)

iTunes gift cards 20% off: $100 for $80, $50 for $40, $25 for $20 shipped

Giveaway: Blackbox Case gives your iPad or MacBook a cozy bamboo home, multiple winners

More new gear from today:

Mackie CR3 powered speakers + Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Pro Headphones: $130 shipped ($199 value)

• Headphones: AKG K545 over-ears in black $200 (Reg. $250), Beyerdynamic One Pro over-ears $159 (Reg. $200), more
• Games/Apps: Toy Defense 2 strategy for iOS goes free (Reg. $5), Yoshi’s New Island (digital) $16, iOS freebies, more
• Daily Deals: Klipsch 300W Subwoofer $199, Mahogany Bluetooth Entertainment Center $80, more
• Amazon Gold Box – PowerAll Portable Power Bank & Car Jump Starter w/ flashlight $94 shipped (Orig. $152)
• Amazon Gold Box – Up to 40% off Intel Laptop/Desktops: ASUS Chromebox $189 (Reg. $249), Chromebooks, more

More deals still alive:

Apple iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 16GB in Gold or Silver: $380 shipped (Reg. $499)

iPad Air 2 w/ Retina display 64GB in Silver (open-box) $440 shipped (Reg. $600)

Apple iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi 32GB in Silver (open-box): $270 shipped (Reg. $349)

App Store Free App of the Week: Time Surfer – Endless Arcade Magic ($1 value)

Apple’s Handpicked iOS app sale from 50% off: Day One, Terraria, djay 2, Notability, many more

• Goat Simulator for iOS goes free for the first time as IGN’s Game of the Month ($5 value)
• Stream nearly every NFL game for $100 w/ an eligible .edu email address (Reg. $359)
• Nike extra 20% off clearance: Free 4.0 Flyknit Running Shoes $76 (Reg. $120), Dri-Fit Shirts/Shorts, Shoes, more
• ALEX Toys Outdoor Back-to-School Essentials 40% off: Super Parachute $27, T-Ball set $15, Pogo stick $24, more
• Home: Philips AirFryer (refurb) $120 (Orig. $230), Worx 8-in-1 Yard Cart (refurb) $115 (Orig. $170), more
• Synology DiskStation 2-Bay Network Attached Storage $300 shipped (Reg. $350+)
• Stop paying rental fees w/ the best-selling Motorola Arris SB6121 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable modem (refurb): $45 (Orig. $100)
• Get Ed Sheeran’s complete X album for $1 (Reg. $12)
• F-Color Apple-Certified MFi 6-foot Braided Lightning Cable: $11 Prime shipped (Reg. $15)
• Home: Hamilton Beach Single-Cup coffee maker (refurb) $26 (Orig. $60), stainless steel electric kettle $18 (Orig. $30), more
• ThinkGeek 16th Birthday Sale w/ toys at only $16: USB Flux Capacitor, Minecraft/Star Wars items, more
• Juiced Systems USB-C 6.5-Foot Braided Cable: $20 Shipped (Orig. $30, CA Tax Only)
• Specimen vintage-style horn speakers/amps 50% off: 19-inch Hornlet $1,200 (Reg. $2,400), more
• JBL LSR305 Professional Studio Monitor speakers (pair) from $262 shipped (Reg. $300), more
• Etekcity Remote Control Outlet $12 Prime shipped (Reg. $20)
• NomadPlus converts your iPhone USB wall charger into a 1800mAh power bank: $20 shipped (Orig. $40)
• Spigen Rugged Armor Apple Watch Case & Night Stand: $22 Shipped (Orig. $35, CA Tax Only)
• AT&T offers new customers up to $500 in credits to switch to its wireless service plan

New products & more:

The “world’s first flexible display product” is set to wrap a screen all the way around your wrist

Review: The Turtle Beach 800X Elite headset brings Xbox One games to life but lacks in one key area

• Samsung follows the mothership again with new gold on-ear wireless headphones
• The unexpected Star Wars and Cover Girl collaboration hits shelves in September
• Keen Home’s iOS connected Smart Vents keep you comfortable and save money in the process
• Gigantic Lite-Brite brings all your childhood art work back to life
• Make nearly any HDTV a giant Android touchscreen tablet with the Touchjet WAVE
• JayBird’s new Apple Watch compatible X2 in-ears sport enhanced Bluetooth audio
• iRobot finally gets approved to bring wireless robo lawn mowers to your backyard
• The E-Raw concept electric motorcycle combines wood and steel for a one-of-a-kind look
• Samsung’s new 15TB SSD fits world’s highest-capacity hard drive in 2.5″ enclosure
• WalkCar looks like a four-wheeled MacBook that you can ride
• These magnets can turn your fridge into a Game Boy for $20 Prime shipped
• Solenica’s solar-powered Lucy lamp shines light into the dark spaces in your home
• RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 hits iOS a decade after its initial release
• Build the wildest NERF Blaster you can imagine with Amazon’s new N-Strike Modulus design tool
• Here’s the first look at The Walking Dead: No Man’s Land gameplay for iOS and Android
• Amazon’s Kindle First delivers Prime members early access to books for free, see August’s picks

The coolest Apple-certified MFI Lightning cables you can buy for your iPhone, iPad and iPod

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Boot Camp now supports 64-bit Windows 10 on a wide range of Macs dating back to 2012

Apple has announced in a support document that Boot Camp now supports 64-bit versions of Windows 10 on a wide range of Macs dating back to 2012. The updated version of Boot Camp is currently rolling out to Yosemite users – if you haven’t yet received it, it should show up when you use the Mac App Store to check for updates.

Apple gives instructions for performing both a new install and an upgrade from earlier versions of Windows.

Supported Macs are:

• MacBook Air from Mid 2012
• MacBook Pro from Mid 2012
• MacBook Pro with Retina display from Mid 2012
• iMac from Late 2012
• Mac mini from Late 2012
• Mac Pro Late 2013
• 12-inch MacBook

USB-C is supported on the 12-inch MacBook, in addition to the standard ports which are supported on all compatible models.

Back in March, Apple discontinued Boot Camp support for Windows 7 on the latest MacBook models, requiring Windows 8 and up.

Photo: Jacek Kalużny

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Hub+ Kickstarter project providing neat hub solution for 12-inch MacBook owners hits $670k

A neat hub designed to provide 12-inch MacBook owners with a useful way to connect existing devices has just hit $670k on Kickstarter – somewhat in excess of its modest $35,000 goal.

The Hub+ plugs into the single USB-C port of the MacBook and turns that into two USB-C ports, 3 conventional USB-A sockets, a mini DisplayPort and an SDXC card slot. The sleek device offers a choice of silver, space gray and gold to match your MacBook … 
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Early look at Windows 10 on the new Retina MacBook says it runs better than OS X

One of the first people to try Windows 10 on the new Retina MacBook says that it actually runs more smoothly than OS X. The comment was made by Computer Science major Alex King, who tried upgrading his Boot Camp installation of Windows 8.1 to the preview of Windows 10.

Here’s the real kicker: it’s fast. It’s smooth. It renders at 60FPS unless you have a lot going on. It’s unequivocally better than performance on OS X, further leading me to believe that Apple really needs to overhaul how animations are done. Even when I turn Transparency off in OS X, Mission Control isn’t completely smooth. Here, even after some Aero Glass transparency has been added in, everything is smooth. It’s remarkable, and it makes me believe in the 12-inch MacBook more than ever before.

If you’re fortunate enough to have taken delivery of your own Retina MacBook and want to try the experiment for yourself, be prepared for a few glitches along the way. King said that not all of the Boot Camp drivers automatically installed, there’s no Bluetooth support and some Windows apps (like Steam) look blurry because they don’t support the full resolution of the Retina display. But overall, the experience sounds like a good one.

If you’re still not sure whether you’re the target market for the new lower-powered, ultra-portable machine, you can check out our own in-depth review and one-month-in video of just what it can and can’t do.

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PSA: Best Buy has limited stock of 12″ Retina MacBooks shipping now while other retailers discount pre-orders

Apple still shows a 3-5 week wait on the new Retina 12-inch MacBook across the board but one US retailer has them in stock and shipping in certain configurations. Best Buy, who also offers a $50 off coupon for people with access to an .edu email address offers the base model MacBook in both Silver and Space Gray for delivery May 18th.

Other US retailers don’t have them in stock but offer discounts and state tax advantages:

• Amazon knocks $30-$50 off of some models and has exactly 1 silver 512GB in stock as of this writing:
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• B&H Photo offers up to $60 off MacBooks on Pre-orders with Tax only on shipments to New York

As for Apple, we’ve reported that its official stores are now receiving limited SKUs ahead of widespread, global availability at the end of May.