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Google+ iOS app adds higher resolution experience for iPhone 6/6 Plus Retina screens, more

Google today updated its Google+ app for iPhone and iPad adding support for the higher resolution screens on the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

In addition to the Retina imagery for the new iPhones, the app gains a few new features for both iPhone and iPad users in addition to the usual performance improvements and bug fixes.

Other features in version 4.8.0 include the ability to “vote on polls from people and brands” and an option to share to Google+ through an iOS 8 extension (pictured right).

The updated Google+ app for iPhone and iPad is available on the App Store now.

A full changelog is below:

What’s New in Version 4.8.0

What’s New
• Retina HD resolution on iPhone 6 and 6+
• Vote on polls from people and brands
• Easily share to Google+ from your device
• Performance improvements and bug fixes

• Apps
• iPhone games
• Broken Back Games
• Inspiring stories
• Kindlingapp

Accidental iPhone developer gets handed lemons by life, makes lemonade

If there were prizes for turning a horrible experience into a positive one, Mark Major, a Reddit user who goes by the handle Kindlingapp, would have to win one. After breaking his back in a freak accident at a construction site, he decided to turn the experience into an iPhone game Plummet under the name Broken Back Games.

Seven years ago while in Beijng I had a freak accident.With no warning, I tumbled down a construction shaft and fractured my spine. My sole memory of the accident was the free falling plummet I had before hitting my head on the side. I woke  to find myself at the bottom of a construction shaft with a sore head, tight chest and the broken pieces of a wooden plank which I had crashed through during my plummet.

It was a second unpleasant experience – being made redundant – that gave him the time to pursue the project. He started with hand-drawn stick-man graphics then partnered with a Serbian designer and Romanian developer to turn the idea into the game based on his real-life fall.

Plummet is due out on 4th January, and you can sign up here to be reminded.

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9to5Toys Last Call: iPad Air 2 15% off, Samsung 40″ LED HDTV $298, Sony on-ear headphones from $8, more

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:

Get 15% off iPad Air 2 at Target stores

Samsung 40-inch 1080p 60Hz Slim LED HDTV: $298 shipped (Reg. $400)

Amazon Gold Box: Save up to 60% on Select Sony Headphones – prices as low as $8 (orig. $20)

Last Day: Four magazine subs for $16 incl. Wired, GQ, Rolling Stone, Men’s Fitness, ESPN, many more

Giveaway: Grado Prestige Series SR80e Open-Ear Headphones ($99 value)

More new deals:

• New! Skylanders Trap Team Starter Pack for iOS $20 (orig. $75)
  
• New! Lexar Black 128GB Jumpdrive USB 3.0 Flash Drive: $35 shipped
• New! WD 3TB Elements USB 3.0 Hard Drive $88 shipped (Reg. $110)
• New! Apple Smart Cover for iPad mini & iPad mini 2nd Gen $17 shipped
• New! Daily Deals: 39″ HDTV $240, Jawbone Mini Jambox $70, more
• New! Nintendo: Christmas Day arrival for Duck Hunt on Virtual Console
• New! Tomb Raider iOS App Bundle: $5 (Reg. up to $11)
• New! Mac games: Borderlands Pre-Sequel $30 (Reg. $60), more
• New! Games/Apps: Xbox Onew/ $70 GC $350, Final Fantasy iOS sale, more
• New! Fashion: $100 Nordstrom Gift Card w/ free $20 Amazon credit, more
  
• New! Kindle Fire HD tablet w/dual cameras: $79 (orig. $99)
  
• New! Home: Roomba 780 Robot Vacuum $400, more
  
• New! Google Nexus 5 16GB in Red $320 shipped

More deals still alive:

• iTunes Free App of the Week: Brushstroke ($2.99 value)
• iOttie One Touch 2 iPhone 6/Plus Car Mount + Dual USB Charger: $22 (up to $50 value)
• Mac Desktops: iMac 5K $200 off, Mac Pro up to $800 off, Mac mini up to $150 off
• Canon Monochrome Laser Printer: $65 shipped (Reg. $120)
• LED HDTVs: Sharp 50″1080p $400, Samsung 32″ 720p $180
• Headphones: AKG K44 $15, MEElectronics Air-Fi Wireless $38
• Save 15% off at Amazon Local: deals on travel, restaurants, more
• Pencil by FiftyThree iPad stylus: Graphite $40, Walnut $50 (orig. $75)
• TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit: $20
• Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS drops to $4
•  VIZIO 65″ 1080p 240Hz Smart LED HDTV: $1,000 shipped (Reg. $1,500)
• Headphones: JBL Wireless BT on-ears (refurb) $60, AKG sport in-ears $19, more
• The Beatles collections and single albums get price cuts on iTunes
• Critically acclaimed iOS action/adventure game Oceanhorn is now $5 (Reg. $9)
• Sennheiser HD 439 Over-Ear Headphones in black $40 (orig. $100)
• Klipsch KMC 3 130W Bluetooth speaker w/remote: $165 shipped (orig. $400)
• Google Chromecast + $40 Google Play credit, more: $30 shipped
• iPad mini 2 w/ Retina display and iPad Air from $250 shipped ($50 off)
• OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case $34 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)
• Trade-in working smartphone: iPhone 6 $90 + $50 Target GC
• Incase 40% off: save on iPhone, iPad and Mac accessories
• Free HD download of “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” from Google Play
• Philips Hue Lux LED Starter Kit: $80 (Reg. $100)
• Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Computer Speaker System $110, $93 (open box)
• Philips SoundRing Wireless Speaker w/AirPlay $97 shipped (orig. $300)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• 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
• PSA: Free Holiday shipping cutoffs start this week
• 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
• Toshiba’s newest wireless hard drive streams media directly to a Chromecast
• 9to5 Guide: Nintendo’s rare Amiibo collectible figurines
• Gaming For Couples: The Peggle Family + The Beatles Rock Band
• New features/prices make these PS4/Xbox One/Wii U games worth second looks
• 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

Holiday Gift Guides:

• 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

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• App Store (iOS)
• Bing
• Mobile app

Bing iOS apps updated with refreshed homescreens; iPad gets instant translation within the app

Microsoft’s search engine Bing has updated its iPad app to offer instant translation of webpages, and the ability to display trending stories and the image of the day in the Notification Center. The app could previously translate via a Safari extension, but can now do so within the app.

The iPhone app also got a visual refresh, with a swipe-up ‘popular now’ tab at the bottom and the ability to swipe through a choice of background images for the app’s homescreen.

Bing and Yahoo are both reportedly making a bid to become the default search engine for iOS when Google’s contract expires next year.

Both iPhone and iPad apps are a free download from iTunes.

Via TNW

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9to5Toys Last Call: iTunes gift cards via email 15% off, iOttie iPhone 6/Plus car mount + charger $22, more

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:

$100 iTunes gift card for $85 w/ email delivery from PayPal (15% savings)

iOttie Easy One Touch 2 iPhone 6/Plus Car Mount + Dual-Port USB Car Charger: $22 shipped (up to $50 value)

Enjoy free shipping today with delivery by Christmas Eve from hundreds of online retailers

Mac Desktops: iMac 5K $200 off, Mac Pro up to $800 off, Mac mini up to $150 off

Giveaway: Grado Prestige Series SR80e Open-Ear Headphones ($99 value)

More new deals:

• New! Amazon Gold Box: Up to 50% off Kensington cases, power adapters, more
• New! American Red Cross/Eton Hand Crank Solar Radio w/ charger: $33 Prime shipped
• New! Canon Monochrome Laser Printer: $65 shipped (Reg. $120)
• New! Headphones: AKG K44 $15, MEElectronics Air-Fi Wireless $38
• New! Speck CandyShell iPhone 6 Grip/Card Case from $25 Prime shipped
• New! LED HDTVs: Sharp 50″1080p $400, Samsung 32″ 720p $180
• New! iTunes Free App of the Week: Brushstroke ($2.99 value)
• New! Games/Apps: Fruit Ninja, Monster Dash & more go FREE
  
• New! Daily Deals: 2-Pack Bluetooth Speakers $65, battery case iPhone 6 $35, more
  
• New! Save 15% off at Amazon Local: deals on travel, restaurants, more
• New! 9to5 Guide: The best iPad stands, docks, and cases with built-in stand
• New! NAS: QNAP 2-bay $90, BUFFALO LinkStation 4-bay $129
• New! Audio-Technica releases its new SonicPro line of in-ear headphones
• New! Home: Hoover vac $80, Camco Camp Fire $77, handheld vac $40, more

More deals still alive:

• Pencil by FiftyThree smart iPad stylus: Graphite $40, Walnut $50 shipped (orig. up to $75)
• TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit: $20
• USB 3.0 Flash drives: 64GB $20/ 128GB $40, more
• Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS drops to $4
•  VIZIO 65″ 1080p 240Hz Smart LED HDTV: $1,000 shipped (Reg. $1,500)
• Headphones: JBL Wireless BT on-ears (refurb) $60, AKG sport in-ears $19, more
• Four magazine subs for $16: Wired, GQ, ESPN, many more
• Fashion roundup: Save sitewide at J.Crew, Gap, Brooks Brothers, more
• The Beatles collections and single albums get price cuts on iTunes
• Critically acclaimed iOS action/adventure game Oceanhorn is now $5 (Reg. $9)
• Free songs from Google Play including Rihanna, Green Day, The Whites Stripes, more
• Sennheiser HD 439 Over-Ear Headphones in black $40 (orig. $100)
• Klipsch KMC 3 130W Bluetooth speaker w/remote: $165 shipped (orig. $400)
• Google Chromecast + $40 Google Play credit, more: $30 shipped
• iPad mini 2 w/ Retina display and iPad Air from $250 shipped ($50 off)
• OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case $34 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)
• Trade-in working smartphone: iPhone 6 $90 + $50 Target GC
• Incase 40% off: save on iPhone, iPad and Mac accessories
• Free HD download of “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” from Google Play
• Philips Hue Lux LED Starter Kit: $80 (Reg. $100)
• Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Computer Speaker System $110, $93 (open box)
• Philips SoundRing Wireless Speaker w/AirPlay $97 shipped (orig. $300)
• Sony PlayStation TV game console: $70 shipped ($30 off)
• TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30+)
• Roundup: touchscreen gloves from $2, DIY options for iPhone

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• PSA: Free Holiday shipping cutoffs start this week
• 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
• Toshiba’s newest wireless hard drive streams media directly to a Chromecast
• 9to5 Guide: Nintendo’s rare Amiibo collectible figurines
• Walmart readies the best iPhone 6/Plus discounts since Black Friday
• Gaming For Couples: The Peggle Family + The Beatles Rock Band
• New features/prices make these PS4/Xbox One/Wii U games worth second looks
• Nano Drone: The “world’s smallest quadcopter” is also one of the most affordable
• Marvel Contest of Champions free-to-play fighting game now available
• Relive classic video games with the pocket sized Pitendo NES emulator
• Kitchen Tech: Magical ice ball makers transform everyday drinks into classics

Holiday Gift Guides:

• 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

• Apps & Updates
• Apps
• iPad
• Bluetooth
• Adobe
• Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator Line & Photoshop Sketch iPad apps gain Pencil/Wacom stylus support, auto save, more

Adobe updated two of its creative iPad apps today with new features and additional Bluetooth stylus support. Both Illustrator Line and Photoshop Sketch were updated to version 2.1 and picked up support for FiftyThree’s Pencil Bluetooth stylus and Wacom’s Intuos Creative Bluetooth stylus when drawing in each app. Both new app versions also added the ability to auto save sketches to Projects and your usual performance improvements.
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• Yahoo
• comments

Yahoo iOS app adds local news, comments, & new side-swipe navigation

Yahoo announced an update to its Yahoo iOS app today that adds local news, commenting, and UI tweaks to the company’s app for accessing news and other Yahoo services.

Want to know more about what’s going on around you? Today we’re bringing local news to your fingertips with the Yahoo App. As you move around the country, you’ll be able to see what’s going on in your area.

In addition to local news stories for users in the US, readers now have the ability to comment on articles:
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• European Union
• Tax

Apple announces changes to European App Store taxes to take effect January 1st

Apple has sent an email to iOS developers informing them of upcoming changes to the way taxes are handled on European App Store purchases. Rather than use the same VAT rate across the entire European Union, Apple will now calculate the charges based on the customer’s home country.

This could lead to a rise in app prices in some countries where value-added taxes are higher than users are currently being charged. Apple also notes in the email that developer’s cuts of app profits will be calculated after the VAT has been deducted from the purchase price.

The changes will go into effect on January 1st. Apple’s tax practices recently came under fire from government authorities.

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• 9to5Toys
• Tips and Tricks
• Daily Deals

9to5Toys Last Call: iMac Retina 5K $200 off, Pencil by FiftyThree $40, Grado headphones giveaway, more

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:

Mac Desktops: iMac 5K $200 off, Mac Pro up to $800 off, Mac mini up to $150 off

Pencil by FiftyThree smart iPad stylus: Graphite $40, Walnut $50 shipped (orig. up to $75)

Giveaway: Grado Prestige Series SR80e Open-Ear Headphones ($99 value)

PSA: Free Holiday shipping cutoffs start this week

More new deals:

• New! Power Pen is the “world’s first pen with an integrated smartphone battery”
• New! TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit: $20, Wireless N150 Portable Router: $15
• New! VIZIO 65″ 1080p 240Hz Smart LED HDTV: $1,000 shipped (Reg. $1,500)
• New! USB 3.0 Flash drives: 64GB $20/ 128GB $40, more
• New! Headphones: JBL Wireless BT on-ears (refurb) $60, AKG sport in-ears $19, more
• New! Home: KitchenAid up to 50% off, Kryptonite bike lock w/ Flex cable $29, more
• New! Games/Apps: Gangstar Vegas goes free (Reg. $3), more iOS freebies
• New! Crucial M500 960GB SATA 2.5-Inch Internal SSD $329 shipped (Reg. $420)
  
• New! Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iOS drops to $4
• New! JAWBONE Up Move Activity Tracker $40 for Prime members (Reg. $50)
• New! Daily Deals: Slingbox 350: $90, Jambox: $56, more
• New! Four magazine subs for $16: Wired, GQ, ESPN, many more
• New! Fashion roundup: Save sitewide at J.Crew, Gap, Brooks Brothers, more

More deals still alive:

• The Beatles collections and single albums get price cuts on iTunes
• Critically acclaimed iOS action/adventure game Oceanhorn is now $5 (Reg. $9)
• Free songs from Google Play including Rihanna, Green Day, The Whites Stripes, more
• Sennheiser HD 439 Over-Ear Headphones in black $40 (orig. $100)
• Klipsch KMC 3 130W Bluetooth speaker w/remote: $165 shipped (orig. $400)
• Google Chromecast + $40 Google Play credit, more: $30 shipped
• iPad mini 2 w/ Retina display and iPad Air from $250 shipped ($50 off)
• OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case $34 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)
• Trade-in working smartphone: iPhone 6 $90 + $50 Target GC
• $50 iTunes gift card for $42: save on apps, music, movies, more
• Incase 40% off: save on iPhone, iPad and Mac accessories
• Free HD download of “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” from Google Play
• Philips Hue Lux LED Starter Kit: $80 (Reg. $100)
• Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Computer Speaker System $110, $93 (open box)
• Philips SoundRing Wireless Speaker w/AirPlay $97 shipped (orig. $300)
• $10 off at Home Depot, Nest Protect smoke/CO2 detector $89, more
• Sony PlayStation TV game console: $70 shipped ($30 off)
• TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30+)
• MasterPass storage: Seagate 5TB HDD $118, Crucial 256GB SSD $83, more
• Roundup: touchscreen gloves from $2, DIY options for iPhone

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• 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
• Toshiba’s newest wireless hard drive streams media directly to a Chromecast
• 9to5 Guide: Nintendo’s rare Amiibo collectible figurines
• Walmart readies the best iPhone 6/Plus discounts since Black Friday
• Gaming For Couples: The Peggle Family + The Beatles Rock Band
• New features/prices make these PS4/Xbox One/Wii U games worth second looks
• Nano Drone: The “world’s smallest quadcopter” is also one of the most affordable
• Marvel Contest of Champions free-to-play fighting game now available
• Relive classic video games with the pocket sized Pitendo NES emulator
• Kitchen Tech: Magical ice ball makers transform everyday drinks into classics

Holiday Gift Guides:

• 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

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• Apps

Yahoo Weather iOS app adds new animated effects for weather conditions, updated design for iPhone 6/6Plus

Yahoo announced an update to its Weather app today that brings more of the high-quality animations for weather conditions it first launched in its iOS app earlier this year. The update also adds a revamped design that offers a better experience on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

The new animated effects include visuals for lightning and frost, which come in addition to the fog, rain, heat, and snow effects the app had previously. Yahoo’s announcement says the effects utilize “bleeding-edge graphics technology typically only seen in video games.”

We’re excited to take your weather experience to the next level, as we make it even more delightful… So, instead of reading about the stormy conditions, you’ll actually see lightning flash across your screen.

The animations and updated design that takes advantage of the new larger iPhones are are available in the latest version of the Yahoo Weather app for iPhone and iPad.

What’s New in Version 1.6.5

– Updated designs for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
– Added animated effects for lightning and frost
– Bug fixes and performance improvements
– Updated Privacy Policy

• Apps & Updates
• Apps
• Apple TV
• photos
• xim

Microsoft’s Xim photo app updated with support for Apple TV streaming over AirPlay

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Microsoft updated its Xim photo sharing application today with support for viewing photos over AirPlay on an Apple TV. The instructions for setting up AirPlay streaming (demonstrated in the video above) are relatively simple: just pull up Control Center and activate the AirPlay mirroing function that’s built into iOS. After that, you’ll see your slideshows on your TV in real time.

Xim allows users to create shared photo slideshows that stay in sync across multiple devices. Whenever a user changes the slideshow by zooming in, switching photos, or changing something else, all users currently viewing that slideshow will see the change in real time.

The Xim app is free for all users on the iOS App Store.

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• update
• Waze
• mapping

Waze mapping app updated with iOS 8 widget, improved traffic data, and more

Popular mapping application Waze was updated today to version 3.9.2. According to the app’s change log (below), it’s gotten several design tweaks to areas, including the location sharing interface and quick-messaging screen, which allows you to quickly notify friends that you’re on the way.

The app also gained a Today view widget that displays the estimated travel time to your home or work addresses, and allows you to quickly get directions to either location by tapping on them. You can also send your ETA to friends from the widget while navigating to your destination.

Traffic data is now improved when changing a route to avoid slowdowns, and a new setting allows the map to automatically swap between 2D and 3D styles. Of course, the usual miscellaneous bug fixes are also included.

You can grab the updated Waze app for free on the App Store.

What’s New in Version 3.9.2

– Sending “I’m on my way” message is simpler than ever! With a new design and layout, you can easily keep your friends & family posted on the progress of your drive.
– New Waze Today Widget for iOS 8! Quickly view your ETA for Home or Work, navigate with one tap, and easily send your current drive & ETA (when navigating). Pull down your Notification Center and tap Edit to add the extension.
– Updated look and function for sending a location.
– ETA & route changes now include richer traffic information.
– New map display setting automatically switches between 2D and 3D view.
– Bug fixes and performance enhancements.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Logitech accessories up to 50% off, V-MODA Crossfade M-80 $80, Klipsch KMC 3 $165, more

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:

Up to 50% off select Logitech mice, keyboards, tablet accessories and more

V-MODA Crossfade M-80 On-Ear Noise-Isolating Headphones $80 shipped (orig. $230)

Klipsch KMC 3 130W Bluetooth speaker w/remote: $165 shipped (orig. $400)

PSA: Free Holiday shipping cutoffs start this week

More new deals:

• New! Critically acclaimed iOS action/adventure game Oceanhorn is now $5 (Reg. $9)
• New! Games/Apps: PS4 Destiny bundle w/ free game & movie $400, Destiny $30, more
• New! The Beatles collections and single albums get price cuts on iTunes
• New! Take an additional 10% off all Canon refurbished DSLR and lens kits
• New! Home: Cuisinart 11-pc Stainless Cookware $105 (Reg. $170), more
• New! Daily Deals: BenQ HDMI 3D Projector: $325, JBL Venue Bluetooth speaker: $38, more
• New! OtterBox iPhone 6 Plus Commuter Series Case $34 Prime shipped (Reg. $50)
• New! Make a purchase at Walmart, receive a $5 credit at VUDU
  
• New! Free HD download of “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” from Google Play
• New! Sennheiser HD 439 Over-Ear Headphones in black $40 (orig. $100)
  
• New! PSA: Last Day to get extra 25% off of any book at Amazon (up to $10 off)
• New! Google Chromecast + $40 Google Play credit, more: $30 shipped

More deals still alive:

• iPad mini 2 w/ Retina display and iPad Air from $250 shipped ($50 off)
• Trade-in working smartphone: iPhone 6 $90 + $50 Target GC
• $50 iTunes gift card for $42: save on apps, music, movies, more
• Incase 40% off: save on iPhone, iPad and Mac accessories
• Philips Hue Lux LED Starter Kit: $80 (Reg. $100)
• Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Computer Speaker System $110, $93 (open box)
• Philips SoundRing Wireless Speaker w/AirPlay $97 shipped (orig. $300)
• $10 off at Home Depot, Nest Protect smoke/CO2 detector $89, more
• Sony PlayStation TV game console: $70 shipped ($30 off)
• TP-LINK Nano Powerline Adapter Kit $20 Prime shipped (Reg. $30+)
• MasterPass storage: Seagate 5TB HDD $118, Crucial 256GB SSD $83, more
• Aukey USB Power: 5-port wall charger $17, car charger 4-port $13, more
• Logitech K480 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard and iPad/iPhone stand: $40 (20% off)
• iPhone 6/Plus Ultra Thin TPU Case in multiple colors for $2 shipped
• 15″ Retina MacBook Pro (newest version) 2.2GHz/16GB/256GB: $1,699 (Reg. $1,999)
• Roundup: touchscreen gloves from $2, DIY options for iPhone
• iTunes Free App of the Week: Space Qube ($2.99 value)

New products/ongoing promos/info:

• Review: Toffee’s Fitzroy Satchel is a solid gift for thoughtful commuters
• Toshiba’s newest wireless hard drive streams media directly to a Chromecast
• 9to5 Guide: Nintendo’s rare Amiibo collectible figurines
• Walmart readies the best iPhone 6/Plus discounts since Black Friday
• Gaming For Couples: The Peggle Family + The Beatles Rock Band
• New features/prices make these PS4/Xbox One/Wii U games worth second looks
• Nano Drone: The “world’s smallest quadcopter” is also one of the most affordable
• The Omni Wheel takes your bike and gives it the electricity needed for those tough hills
• Kingdom Rush Frontiers is IGN’s free iOS game of the month ($2.99 value)
• Marvel Contest of Champions free-to-play fighting game now available
• Relive classic video games with the pocket sized Pitendo NES emulator
• Kitchen Tech: Magical ice ball makers transform everyday drinks into classics
• Amazon flips the switch on free 4K streaming for Prime members
• Twelve South makes the best iPhone 6/iPad dock even better
• Internet Archive brings 900 classic arcade titles to your web browser for free
• The thinnest iPhone 6/Plus cases we’ve found so far

Holiday Gift Guides:

• 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