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Thursday, September 21, 2017 last update: 5:30pm (CDT)

Amazon.com - TP-Link Wifi Range Extender for $19
Normally $30.

Amazon.com - 2-Pack of TP-Link Wifi Smart Plugs for $40
Two-pack of TP-Link HS100 Smart Plugs for $40 ($20 each). Each normally sell for about $25.

Plug into an electrical socket, and control the power on/off button from any mobile device or Alexa voice-control.

Common use is home-automating lamps and lights that plug into an outlet. Use your phone, tablet, or voice-control with an Amazon Echo to turn the lamps on/off.

It could be used on a toaster with a mechanical lever. Prepare the toast and press down the lever with the TP-Link powered off, then use your phone, tablet, or voice to power on the toaster when you wake up in the morning.

Saturday, September 16, 2017

Amazon.com - Ninja Coffeemaker for $110
Ninja Coffee Bar Brewer with Glass Carafe (model CF080Z) for $110 today. Normally about $150.

Friday, September 15, 2017

Amazon.com - 126-Count Ziploc Quart-Size Storage Bags for $6.61
1. Select "Subscribe & Save" to purchase this "add-on item" without the $25 purchase requirement.
2. Buy for $6.61.
3. When your order ships, cancel subscribe & save to avoid automatic re-ordering of this item.
Normally, this many Ziploc Bags would sell for at least $13.

Update: Price raised to $6.73 and may continue to fluctuate slightly.

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Amazon.com - 2TB Portable Hard Drive for $60
Western Digital Elements Portable 2TB Hard Drive for $60. Normally at least $75.

Monday, September 11, 2017

Amazon.com - $25 Off $50 For Select American Express Card Customers
This is an invitation-only offer, and only available to select customers.

Eligible customers are those who actively use an American Express card that accrues AmEx Points. This includes many business AmEx cards and AmEx Blue, but not all cards. Contact American Express to see whether your card works with Pay With Points.

This deal requires paying, at least in part, for your order using American Express points.

To get the deal,
1. Check if you are eligible to get $25 savings on a $50 order, Click Here. You must be logged-in to your Amazon account.
2. Click the yellow Coupon button in the middle, if you see it.
3. If you see the text, "Coupon Clipped", the deal is active for you.
4. Add $50 or more of eligible products sold & shipped by Amazon to your cart.
5. Under "Choose a Payment Method", select your American Express Membership Rewards eligible American Express Card and pay for at least a portion of your order with Membership Rewards points. You can specify as little as $1 worth of AmEx points, the rest can go on your AmEx card.
6. A $25 discount should apply to your order. Be sure you see the discount before submitting your order.
This is a great deal if your account is eligible.

For example, if you are also an Amazon Prime member, you can get:
- Amazon Fire 7" Tablet, add a cheap $2 add-on item like a pack of Floss Picks or Baid-Aid Pack for $52 total, the Fire 7 has a $15 savings for Prime members, and the $25 AmEx discount brings the order down to $12.
- Amazon Fire HD 8" Tablet for $30 after automatic Prime members' $25 discount and AmEx discount.
This deal will expire at the end of the year, or when 80,000 customers have redeemed the offer. Note that purchasing gift cards or using a gift card balance with this offer may not work.

Amazon.com - Bosch Rechargeable Power Drill with 2 Batteries $79
This kit normally sells for $100.

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Amazon.com - Prime Members: Fire 7 $35, Fire HD 8 $85
Amazon Prime members can get:
- Fire 7 Tablet with Alexa for $35 ($15 discount applies during checkout)
- Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa for $55 ($25 discount applies during checkout)
Each available in your choice of color. Discount applies during checkout for Prime members.

These are new versions that include Alexa, the voice-operated assistant that can play music, videos, weather/news, and control connected devices.

Friday, September 8, 2017

Amazon.com - Hoover Bagless Vacuum for $34
Hoover Sprint QuickVac Bagless Vacuum for $33.50. Normally about $50.

Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Amazon.com - Gigabit Switch for $20, 23" Monitor for $110
- Viewsonic 23" IPS Monitor for $110
- TP-Link Web-Managed 5-Port Gigabit Switch for $20.
- Asus Dual-Band Wifi Router for $80. Normally $100. We were disappointed with ours when the 5GHz frequency stopped working, but a lot of other people gave it positive reviews.
- Corsair M65 Gaming Mouse for $40. Normally $53.
And, other deals.

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Amazon.com - Deals Today
- Eureka Height-Adjustable Standing Desk for $240. Here is a review of the desk, and it normally sells for about $370.
- Western Digital Elements 4TB External/Desktop Hard Drive for $100.
- Asus Dual-Band Wifi Router for $50. Uses both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wifi frequencies. 2.4GHz has better range, 5GHz has faster speeds.
- Samsung 64GB USB Flash Drive for $24. USB3.1 compatible (for faster speeds), water proof, and 5-year warranty.
- TP-Link 8-Port Gigabit Web-Managed Switch for $40. Supports basic management features (VLANs, link aggregation, link troubleshooting).

Sunday, September 3, 2017

Amazon.com - Queen Air Mattress for $41.25
(expired)

Intex Comfort Plush Elevated Airbed with electric pump for $41.25. Normally $49.

Air mattresses collapse for easy transport and storage. When you need a spare bed in a pinch, air mattresses can be more comfortable than sleeping on the floor.

Newegg.com - Netgear 8-Port Gigabit Switch for $23
Netgear GS308 for $23 (reviews). Normally, an 8-port gigabit switch would sell for at least $30.

An ethernet switch (with ethernet cables) connects devices and computers in your home or office with more reliability and speed than Wifi.

Amazon.com - Onkyo Mini Stereo System for $268
Normally sells for $500. Includes a pair of bookshelf speakers and a mini Receiver. The Receiver can play AM/FM radio, CD discs, digital music through a USB port, sound from Apple or Android devices via Bluetooth wireless, and directly from streaming media services (Pandora, Rhapsody, etc). Also has an optical input port for compatible Blu-Ray players and cable TV boxes.

This item is sold by Huppin's OneCall through Amazon. They are one of the oldest electronics retailers on the Internet (around since 1994), and have been selling electronics since the 1970s.

Saturday, September 2, 2017

QVC.com - HOT! - Amazon Echo for $70 or $75, 2 Months of Music & 3 Audible Books
(expired)

QVC is selling the Amazon Echo for $75, available in White and Black. This is $25 less than the price on Amazon.com.

Also, they are throwing in:
- 2 months of Amazon Music for free (3 months for new subscribers)
- 3 Audible Audio Books for free
First-time QVC customers get $5 off using code FIVE4U during checkout, making it $70 total (plus applicable sales tax).

Free shipping. Includes a 1-year warranty from Amazon.

Watch Thursday Night Football Games Online With Amazon Prime: According to the NFL, all Thursday Night Football games will broadcast live online to Amazon Prime subscribers.

The NFL season starts this Thursday (September 7).

To watch on a mobile device from anywhere:
- Download the Prime Video app on your mobile device
To watch on a TV:
- Download the Prime Video app on your Smart TV, Roku, or streaming media box, or
- "Cast" the broadcast from the Prime Video app on your mobile device to a compatible streaming media device. Just press the "Cast" button on the video that plays on your mobile device, and select a Chromecast, smart TV, cable box, Roku, or any compatible streaming media box.
The games can still be seen on the NFL Network Channel on TV.

Friday, September 1, 2017

Amazon.com - 24" Monitor for $150
Lenovo 24-inch LED-backlit LCD Monitor for $150.

Amazon.com - Smoke Detector & Carbon Alarm, Z-Wave Compatible for $33.14
Amazon is selling a First Alert Smoke Detector & Carbon Monoxide Alarm for $33.14 with free shipping. What makes this detector special is the Z-Wave Wireless compatibility, meaning it can talk to a Z-Wave hub. If you're not home, the Z-Wave can trigger smoke or carbon alerts to your email or phone (some setup required to do that).

Z-Wave is a special kind of Wifi that talks to a Z-Wave hub (not a wifi router). A Z-Wave hub plugs into your router, so your Z-Wave devices can be monitored and controlled when away from home.

Two weeks ago, Samsung had a $50 sale on their SmartThings Hub which can talk to Z-Wave products like this. A Z-Wave hub normally sells for about $80, and is required to talk to Z-Wave devices.

Staples.com - Amazon Echo $90, Echo Dot $35
(expired)

Try this link or this link to find:
- Amazon Echo for $90
- Amazon Echo Dot for $35
Amazon, Whole Foods, and Best Buy currently sell these for $10 more.

The Echo and Dot each give you Alexa, the voice-operated speaker. With Alexa, you can:
- Use your voice to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more
- Listen to news, sports scores, audiobooks, and weather reports
- Control home-automation devices, such as compatible light switches, thermostats, door locks, and more
The regular "Amazon Echo" has a powerful speaker capable of filling a large room with loud music. The "Echo Dot" has a tiny speaker, but still powerful enough for use in a bedroom, office, or kitchen.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Microcenter.com - Amazon Fire TV Stick for $30 In-Store
Amazon Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote for $30 with in-store pickup. Normally $40.

The Fire TV is a streaming media player that plugs into a TV's HDMI port. Works with NetFlix, Amazon Video, HBO Now, YouTube, and other subscription video services. Also works with DirecTV Now, the live TV streaming service that replaces a lot of what cable TV offers.

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Amazon.com - APC 425VA Battery Backup Surge Protector for $40
APC Back-UPS 425VA Battery Backup and Surge Protector for $40. It's fairly heavy at 5¾ pounds, so the free shipping is nice.

A battery backup (uninterruptible power supply) keeps computers, monitors, routers, DVRs, switches, and fish tank filters running during a power outage. This 425VA model can safely protect about 225 watts of equipment.

Monday, August 28, 2017

Staples.com - Amazon Echo $90, Echo Dot $35
Try this link or this link to find:
- Amazon Echo for $90
- Amazon Echo Dot for $35
Amazon, Whole Foods, and Best Buy currently sell these for $10 more.

The Echo and Dot each give you Alexa, the voice-operated speaker. With Alexa, you can:
- Use your voice to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more
- Listen to news, sports scores, audiobooks, and weather reports
- Control home-automation devices, such as compatible light switches, thermostats, door locks, and more
The regular "Amazon Echo" has a powerful speaker capable of filling a large room with loud music. The "Echo Dot" has a tiny speaker, but still powerful enough for use in a bedroom, office, or kitchen. Also, the Dot can plug into an A/V receiver or speaker system that you currently have setup in your home.

Newegg.com - Netgear 8-Port Gigabit Switch for $22
Netgear GS308 for $21.82 today (reviews). Normally, an 8-port gigabit switch would sell for at least $30.

An ethernet switch (with ethernet cables) connects devices and computers in your home or office with more reliability and speed than Wifi.

Amazon and Whole Foods Market: Amazon and Whole Foods Market are celebrating their merger with sales on avocados, organic salmon and tilapia, organic baby kale, lettuce, and many other grocery items in-store.

Over the coming months, be on the lookout for new benefits for Amazon Prime members, including:
- Purchasing Amazon Echo home automation products at Whole Foods Market
- Amazon Prime becoming the frequent buyer program at Whole Foods Market, with discounts for repeat customers.
- Whole Foods Lockers: Customers can have products shipped from Amazon to their local Whole Foods Market store for pick up, or send returns back to Amazon during a trip to the store.

Friday, August 25, 2017

Amazon.com - Amazon Echo for $100
Still on sale.

The Amazon Echo in White and in Black for $100. Normally about $180.

Also available at Best Buy with same-day in-store pickup on the white and the black models.

Echo gives you Alexa, Amazon's voice control for your home. This model has a powerful speaker capable of filling a large room with loud music. Plus, you get to
- Use your voice to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more.
- Listen to news, sports scores, answers questions, audiobooks, and weather reports.
- Control home-automation devices, such as light switches, thermostats, locks, and more.
If you want these features but don't need a powerful speaker included, consider the Echo Dot which gives the same functionality with a low-powered speaker at a fraction of the price. The Echo Dot can produce very loud music by hooking its audio output to a speaker or A/V Receiver.

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Amazon.com - Deals on Household Supplies
Paper Towels and Cleaning:
- 12-pack of Huge Roll Bounty Paper Towels for $21 when you press the coupon under the price.
- 24-pack of Sparkle Giant Plus Paper Towels for $27.50.
Toilet Paper:
- 36-pack of Cottonelle Ultra ComfortCare Toilet Tissue for $18.25 when selecting Subscribe & Save and pressing the $1.50 Off Coupon under the price.
- 48-pack of Angel Soft Toilet Paper for $22.
- 336-pack of Cottonelle FreshCare Flushable Cleansing Cloths for $9.25 when choosing Subscribe & Save and pressing the $1 Off Coupon under the price.
- 24-pack of Charmin Ultra Soft Mega Roll Toilet Paper for $19.52 when choosing Subscribe & Save and pressing the $2 Off Coupon under the price.
Facial Tissue:
- 6-pack of Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue Boxes (170 tissues per box) for $11.83 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
Laundry Detergent:
- 240-pack Bounce Dryer Sheets for $7.12 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
If you chose "Subscribe & Save", Amazon will automatically re-order more later for you at full price until you cancel Subscribe & Save. You can cancel anytime after your order ships, which usually takes a couple days even with Prime.

These prices can change at any time.

Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Amazon.com - Portable Wireless Mouse for $7
Portable wireless mouse with USB receiver for $10, and code XPJXTVCT applies $3 off during checkout. The price will show $10 in the cart, but will change to $7 after entering the code before completing checkout.

The reviews are actually quite good, especially for an unknown mouse brand. Uses 2 AAA batteries (included).

Monday, August 21, 2017

Amazon.com - Amazon Echo for $100
Back for one day is the Amazon Echo in White and in Black for $100. Normally about $180.

Also available at Best Buy with same-day in-store pickup on the white and the black models.

This gives you Alexa, Amazon's voice control for your home. It has a powerful speaker capable of playing loud music. With this device, you get to:
- Use your voice to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more.
- Listen to news, sports scores, answers questions, audiobooks, and weather reports.
- Controls home-automation devices, such as light switches, thermostats, locks, and more.
If you want these features but don't need a powerful speaker included, consider the Echo Dot which gives the same functionality with a low-powered speaker. The Echo Dot has an audio output port, which can connect to an external speaker or A/V Receiver.

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Amazon.com - Kindle eBooks for $2 to $4
(expired)

As typical for many Sundays, Amazon is offering best-seller eBooks for Kindle devices for $2 to $4 each.

Thursday, August 17, 2017

BestBuy.com - Logitech M510 Wireless Laser Mouse $15
Uses 2 AA batteries (included), and comes with a USB wireless receiver. Normally sells for $20.

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Amazon.com - Garth Brooks Album for Free
When you press "Purchase" on this free item, it adds to your streaming music library forever.

Monday, August 14, 2017

Amazon.com - Sandisk 128GB Flash Drive for Android Devices and Computers $28
Sandisk Ultra 128GB Flash Drive with USB (for computers) and MicroUSB (for Android devices). Normally about $35 to $45.

Helps free up space on an Android phone. Use an app to manage your photos and videos on the flash drive, or copy them to a computer for safe-keeping.

Amazon also has a sale on computers and electronics today.

Sunday, August 13, 2017

Amazon.com - Panasonic Nose Ear & Hair Trimmer for $7
Normally $10 to $15.

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Amazon.com - Samsung 55" Curved 4K 2160p TV for $680
(expired)

Through tonight only, Amazon is selling a Samsung 55-inch Curved 2160p HDTV for $680. Normally sells for $800.

Tuesday, August 8, 2017

Amazon.com - 48-Pack of Scott Toilet Paper for Under $12
Scott Tube-Free Toilet Paper, 48-Pack in this order. Press "Extra 20% Off Coupon" under the price. Two options:
- Subscribe & Save: $13.89, or $11.11 after 20% discount. Free shipping for all customers
- One-time Purchase: $14.62, or $11.70 after 20% discount. Free shipping for Prime members
Subscribe & Save orders take about a week to arrive, and automatically re-order this item every so often until you cancel. You can cancel the Subscribe & Save subscription at any time, but beware, it will re-order more for you (at full price) unless you cancel.

One-time Purchase has no such hassle, but costs a few cents more and only gives free shipping to Prime members.

Monday, August 7, 2017

Amazon.com - Outdoor Folding Chair With Arm Rest Cooler for $16.20
Coleman Oversized Quad Chair with built-in arm rest cooler (holds up to 4 cans) for $16.20 today. Normally about $30.

Friday, August 4, 2017

BestBuy.com - HOT! - Amazon Echo and Kindle Deals
(expired)

Best Buy is having a one-day sale on Amazon Echo and Kindle devices. Deals on the list include:
- Amazon Echo in Black or in White for $90. Normally $180. Powerful speaker that can fill the room with music, podcasts, news, and more. Gives you Alexa, the voice-operated control for streaming music and smart home management.
- Amazon Echo Dot in Black or in White for $35. Normally $50. Gives Alexa, the voice-operated control. Has a much smaller speaker than the Echo, but perfectly adequate for hearing news, sports scores, and controlling smart home devices.
- Amazon Fire 7" 8GB Tablet for $30. Normally $50. Available in Black, Red, Yellow, and Blue.
- Amazon Fire Kids Edition 7" Tablet for $70. Normally $100.
- Amazon Kindle eReader for $50. Normally $80. For reading eBooks. Does not emit light, so reading books (and staring at the screen) should not cause eyestrain like a phone or tablet would.

Thursday, August 3, 2017

Amazon.com - Amazon Dash Wand for $20, Includes $20 Credit With Prime
Amazon Dash Wand With Alexa is $20 for Amazon Prime Members only.

Once you register Dash Wand, a $20 credit will appear in your shopping cart the next time you buy items sold by Amazon.

The Dash Wand is a voice-operated ordering device, meant for a busy kitchen. When you run out of something, scan the barcode on the box, or tell the want to re-order that item.

If you are a Prime member and frequently buy things on Amazon, this device is basically free after the $20 free credit.

Amazon.com - Sale on Kitchen Gadgets and Glassware
Epar� battery-operated pepper or salt mill grinder for $13.53, and various glassware are on sale.

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Amazon.com - Men's Workout T-Shirt in Large for $6
Champion Men's Powertrain T-Shirt in Large (and bigger) size for $6.

Newegg.com - Seagate 1TB Hard Drive $42.50, 2TB $75, Portable 1TB $50
- Seagate 1TB Hard Drive for $42.50 with code EMCRJRC27
- Seagate 2TB Hard Drive for $75 with code EMCRJRC23
- A-Data 1TB Portable USB3.0 Hard Drive for EMCRJRC24 . Includes software-based encryption, protecting your data if the drive is stolen.
Also, Newegg is selling a Cuisinart 77-10 Stainless Steel Cookware Set for $79 with code EMCRJRC26 . Normally sells for over $100.

Sunday, July 30, 2017

Amazon.com - Non-Fiction eBooks for $2
Non non-fiction eBooks are on sale for $2 and $3 each. Most of them have great reviews, and are top sellers.

Note, Amazon usually posts a sale on eBooks at least one Sunday per month. So, if you have a Kindle and are shopping for books, be sure to check their site on Sundays.

Amazon.com - Silicon Power 480GB SSD for $109
A Silicon Power 480GB Solid State Drive for $109 today. Normally, a 480GB SSD would cost about $130 and up.

Thursday, July 27, 2017

Amazon.com - Bluetooth FM Transmitter for Vehicle for $13
Bluetooth FM Transmitter for Vehicles for $19, and code 76RPQRQ5 applies $6 off during checkout. Enter the promo code on the final checkout page, before submitting your order.

Plug in to your car's power port, pick an FM frequency, and wirelessly stream music, GPS/Maps directions, sports, or anything from your phone to your car's stereo speakers. Once the device has been paired with your phone's Bluetooth, it will connect to your car's stereo each time you start the car. You can then use your car's volume controls like any radio station, except it's playing whatever sound streams from your phone.

This and other similar vehicle FM transmitter kits normally sell for at least $18.

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Amazon.com - Inflatable Water Float for $14
Intex Floating Lounge for $14, and other inflatable pool items are on sale.

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Amazon.com - 256GB SSD for $62
Patriot Torch SE 256GB 2.5" Solid State Drive for $62.

According to the spec sheet, a 3-year warranty is included. Also, according to one person, this SSD uses MLC storage cells, which is often slightly more expensive and a little more reliable than the newer TLC cells.

A 256GB (or similar) SSD would normally sell for at least $80.

Monday, July 24, 2017

Amazon.com - Amazon Echo for $130
(expired)

Back for one day is the Amazon Echo in White and in Black for $130. Normally about $180.

Also available at Best Buy with same-day in-store pickup on the white and the black models.

This gives you Alexa, Amazon's voice control in your home, plus a powerful speaker capable of playing loud music. With this box, you get to:
- Use your voice to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more.
- Reads the news, sports scores, answers questions, reads audiobooks, and weather reports.
- Controls home-automation devices, such as light switches, thermostats, locks, and more.
If you don't need a powerful speaker, consider the Echo Dot which gives the same functionality, but a low-powered speaker.

Sunday, July 23, 2017

Amazon.com - Amcrest Indoor and Outdoor Webcams $84 and $98
(expired)
- Amcrest ProHD 1080p Wifi Pan & Tilt Security Camera for $84
- Amcrest ProHD Outdoor 1296p Weatherproof Security Camera for $98 (click "View Lightning Deal" on the right to see the price)

Friday, July 21, 2017

Amazon.com - Lenovo Mini Desktop PC $300 and $330
(expired: sold out, prices raised)

Woot.com (owned by Amazon) is selling two versions of a tiny Lenovo ThinkCentre M700 Mini PC. They appear to be identical, except for the hard drive and CPU:
- The $300 model has an Intel 6th Generation Core i3-6100 3.7GHz processor, 8GB memory, 500GB 7200rpm hard drive, Windows 10, Wifi (802.11ac), and a 3-year warranty.
- The $330 model has an Intel 6th Generation Core i3-6100T 3.2GHz processor, 8GB memory, 128GB SSD, Windows 10, Bluetooth, Wifi, and a 3-year on-site warranty.
Does appear to include a keyboard & mouse.

Use it as a home theater PC or a small computer for your office. According to the data sheet, this model has HDMI output for plugging directly into a TV. The built-in Bluetooth can pair with compatible wireless keyboards and controllers.

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Amazon.com - Honeywell Tower Fan for $35
Honeywell Quiet Whole Room Tower Fan for $35.

Amazon.com - APC UPS for $45 and $55
- APC Back-UPS 600VA Battery Backup for $45.50. Normally about $65. Provides up to 330-watts of automatic battery backup during a power outage.
- APC Back-UPS Network Battery Backup With Mobile Power Pack for $55. Normally about $70.
  - Designed for low-power devices, such as network routers, network switches, and tablets.
  - The battery component is portable, providing charging for your phones and tablets while away from home.

Monday, July 17, 2017

Amazon.com - Comfortac Memory Foam Pillow for $44 and $48
Shredded Memory Foam Pillow for $44 for Queen, and $48 for King.

Saturday, July 15, 2017

Amazon.com - Klipsch Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $70
A rechargeable Bluetooth wireless portable speaker for $70. Normally $150.

Friday, July 14, 2017

Amazon.com - Power Deals
Deals on a few power products
- Cyberpower 1000VA UPS for $75. Normally over $100. Protects sensitive equipment from power spikes and outages, especially a work computer which can lose important data if it were to lose power unexpectedly.
- Belkin 3-Outlet Mini Surge Protector with 2 USB Ports for $12. Normally about $17. The 2.1-amp USB charging is capable of charging one tablet or 2 phones at a time. Weighs 2 pounds, which is still light, but surprisingly heavy for a small surge protector.
- Belkin 12-Outlet Surge Protector with 2 USB Ports for $17. Normally about $32. Includes a $250,000 connected-equipment warranty, which according to their website, replaces connected equipment damaged by power spikes (not brown-outs, lightning, or faulty wiring).
- Belkin 8-Outlet Pivot-Plug Surge Protector for $14. Normally about $26.

Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Amazon.com - CD/DVD Reader/Writer for $12
(expired)

External CD/DVD drive that reads and writes discs, and plugs into a USB port, for $12 today. Normally at least $15 (usually about $20).

Amazon.com - 5-Handset Cordless Phone System for $99
(expired)

Cordless phones still exist. Almost everyone has a cell phone, but people (including us) still use a house phone for better voice quality, more comfortable to use during long conversations, and a way to ring a misplaced cell phone left somewhere in the house.

Cordless phones normally sell for about $25 per handset. So a 5-handset cordless phone system for $99 saves about $25.

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Amazon.com - HOT! - Echo Dot $35, And Deals Today for Prime Members
(expired)

Today is Amazon's annual "Prime Day", with thousands of deals for Amazon Prime members only.

Prime membership costs $99/yr, and includes 2-day shipping on many products, plus a streaming and video service.

Today's deals include:

Buy a $25 gift card for yourself or someone else:
- Buy a $25 Amazon Gift Card, Get $5 Free. Press "Click to Qualify" in the middle of the page. Directly underneeth that button are 3 links to choose from: an eGift Card, a Print-at-Home Gift Card, or a Physical Gift card. Buy one valued at $25. During checkout, it should say your "$25 Amazon.com gift card purchase today qualifies you for an Amazon.com credit," and arrives 2 days after purchase. The $5 credit will expire on August 26 unless fully used before then.
Amazon Products:
- Amazon Echo for $90. Normally about $150 to $180. This is a hot deal, especially if you have Prime and home-automation devices such as the Plum Lightpad, TP-Link Wifi Power Plug, and others. It can tell you the news and play free music. Available in White or Black.
- Amazon Echo Dot for $35. The Dot is a smaller, quieter version of the Echo. It does everything the Echo does, including connecting and controlling compatible smart-home devices, but without the powerful speaker of the Echo. It can, however, connect to a stereo system through Bluetooth or 3.5mm output jack.
- Kindle Fire 7" Tablet for $30. Normally $50. Available in Black, Yellow, Blue, and Red.
- Kindle Fire 8" Tablet 16GB for $50. Available in 4 colors.
- Kindle Paperwhite eBook Reader for $90.
Other deals:

Home Automation and Home Upgrades:
- TP-Link Wifi Smart Plug (HS100) for $20. We use ours to remotely turn off a device often gets left powered on, but many people use theirs to control lamps and lights. It can be voice-controlled when paired with Amazon Alexa (Amazon Echo). For a cheap device, ours has performed perfectly since we bought one last year, and has never dropped off the Wifi. This device is not for everyone, but if you do have plugged-in devices that you want to turn on/off from your smartphone, tablet, or Alexa, this is a hot deal at $20.
- Wall Outlet with 2 USB Ports for $18.15. Replaces your wall outlet, providing 2 USB charging ports. Use a skilled electrician to install. If you want the clean look without anything protruding from the wall, this is a great deal. In comparison, a Wall Mount Surge with USB Charging Ports costs $16 and does not require skill to install.
Kitchen and Home:
- Instant Pot DUO80 Programmable Pressure Cooker for $90. We own an older model of the Instant Pot, and love it! It makes delicious soup, meat, rice, vegetables, and potatoes in half the time because it uses steam and pressure. Normally sells for about $130.
- PureSpa Essential Oil Diffuser for $19. Sprays natural oils into the air to improve the aroma of your home. A huge supply of oils, a 6-pack of Oils is available for $15. We call it a "huge supply" because you only need one or two drops of oil per use, and one use lasts for a day.
Computer Accessories:
- Seagate Ultra Slim 2TB USB3.0 Drive for $63. Normally about $85.
- Seagate FireCuda 2TB 2.5" Laptop Hard Drive for $63. Normally about $85.
Also,

If you currently have an Amazon Alexa voice-controlled device, you can get Alexa-only Deals for Prime Members. Use your voice to buy the deals shown on that page, to get:
- 12-Pack of Kind bars for $9.92
- Wemo Mini Smart Plug for $21
- TP-Link Smart Wifi Light Switch for $28. Normally $40.
- Star Wars Chewbacca Electronic Mask for $20. Normally $25.50.
- 16-Pack of Larabar Snacks Variety Box for $16.41.
All of the above deals are for Amazon Prime members only.

Monday, July 10, 2017

Amazon Prime Day is Tomorrow: Each year, the 6 weeks of July through mid-August are some of the slowest shopping days of the year. Each year, many companies have unsuccessfully tried to push so-called deals as "Summer Black Friday" or "Summer Doorbuster" deals, which were never that good.

Amazon has been trying to change that, with their annual "Prime Day" deals, which is tomorrow.

Amazon is expected to have thousands of deals across their entire site, many of which will be very good.

Deals are expected to include:
- Amazon Echo for $90 This could be the "Refurbished" one that was already on sale last week for $90, but would include a 1-year warranty.
- Echo Dot for $35
- Kindle Paperwhite for $90.
- Fire 7 for $30
- 32-inch 720p TV for $100
- 40-inch 1080p TV for $200
Clothing, shoes, snacks, beauty products, and household supplies are expected to go on sale.

Amazon.com - Onkyo 7.2-Channel A/V Receiver for $399

Sunday, July 9, 2017

Amazon.com - $10 Credit When Re-Ordering Something With Alexa
If you have:
- Amazon Prime, and
- an Amazon Alexa-enabled voice-operated device (the Echo, Echo Dot, Fire TV, Echo Show, Fire Tablet, or Amazon Tap)
Re-order something you previously purchased on your Amazon account by voice, and get a $10 credit toward a future purchase.

Steps:
1. Log in to your Amazon.com account, and view your Order History.
2. Find something you want to re-order that Amazon sells directly.
3. See if Amazon still sells that item directly, by clicking on the item and reading the text directly under the price in the middle of the page. It must say "sold by Amazon.com". Items fulfilled by Amazon but sold by a third party, even "Prime Eligible" items, will not work with this promotion.
4. Using your voice, ask Alexa for that item in your order history. You can say something like, "Alexa, I need to order more deodorant" or "Alexa, re-order another laundry detergent for me."
5. When Alexa responds with a match to your previously ordered item, confirm the re-order.
6. A $10 credit will apply within 3 days after purchase.
Be sure to read the Terms & Conditions of this promotion (located near the bottom of that page).

Saturday, July 8, 2017

Amazon.com - Refurbished Amazon Echo for $90 With Prime
Refurbished (not new) Amazon Echo for $90 for Prime subscribers only. Available in Black or White.

A 1-year warranty is included.

The Echo normally sells for about $180.

The Amazon Echo is a voice-operated speaker that can play music, make calls, give sports scores and weather, and make shopping lists. It can also control some compatible home-automation devices.

Friday, July 7, 2017

Amazon.com - Portable Battery Charger for $16 and $17.60

RavPower 10,400mAh Portable Charger Weighs 8.48 ounces $16 with code RAV10400
RavPower 12,000mAh Portable Charger Weighs 11.7 ounces $17.60 with code 12000AMZ
Each are available in black or white.

These can keep a phone or tablet charged while on-the-go. Attend a concert, trade show, sporting event, or fly on a plane without worrying whether your phone will run out of battery.

A regular iPhone has about 2,000 mAh battery capacity, so a fully charged 10,400mAh charger can fill an empty iPhone's battery at least four times.

8.5 ounces is about a half pound, which is a little heavy if you are not used to carrying anything more than your phone and wallet.

According to RavPower, these products include a 30 month warranty (2.5 years) when you register the product. They also cover shipping costs if the product needs replacement in the first 6 months.

Monday, July 3, 2017

Amazon.com - 3-Piece Rubbermaid Storage Containers for $20

Sunday, July 2, 2017

Amazon.com - Deals on Household Supplies
Toilet Paper Rolls:
- For Amazon Prime members only: 48-pack of Charmin Ultra Soft Toilet Paper Rolls for $17.06 when you press "Extra $2 Off Coupon" under the price, and select "Subscribe & Save"
- 24-pack of Charmin Ultra Strong, Mega Roll Toilet Paper Rolls for $20.65 when you press the coupon under the price.
- 36-pack of Cottonelle CleanCare Toilet Paper Rolls for $18.89 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
Paper Towels and Cleaning:
- For Amazon Prime members only: 6-pack of Big Roll Bounty Paper Towels for $8 when you press the coupon under the price.
- 12-pack of Huge Roll Bounty Paper Towels for $22 when you press the coupon under the price.
- Swiffer Sweeper Mop with 7 Dry Cloths and 3 Wet Cloths for $9 when you press the coupon under the price.
Facial Tissue:
- 6-pack of Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue Boxes (170 tissues per box) for $13.15 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
- For Amazon Prime members only: 18-pack of Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissue Boxes (75 tissues per box) for $18.89 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
Laundry Detergent:
- 81-pack of Tide Pods Original Scent Laundry Detergent Pacs for $15.05 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
- 81-pack of Tide Pods Ocean Mist HE Turbo Laundry Detergent Pacs for $15.72 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
- 81-pack of Tide Pods Laundry Detergent Pacs for $17 when you press the coupon under the price.
- 81-pack of Tide Pods HE Turbo Laundry Detergent Pacs for $16 when you press the coupon under the price.
- 81-pack of Gain Flings Laundry Detergent Pacs for $17 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
- 240-pack Bounce Dryer Sheets for $7.50 when you press the coupon under the price, and choose "Subscribe & Save"
If you chose "Subscribe & Save", Amazon will automatically re-order more later for you at full price until you cancel Subscribe & Save. You can cancel anytime after your order ships, which usually takes a couple days even with Prime.

These prices can change at any time.

Amazon.com - Kindle eBook Sale
30 Kindle eBooks are on sale, many under $3, or about 80% off.

Saturday, July 1, 2017

Amazon.com - Refurbished Roku Streaming Stick for $30
Only a 90-day warranty with this refurbished product.

Normally $50 new. Roku is a good middleground between an Amazon Fire TV Stick and a Google Chromecast. It supports Google Cast (for queueing Youtube videos and music from your computers, phones, and tablets), Amazon Instant Video (good for Prime members), and comes with a remote control (Chromecast does not).

Thursday, June 29, 2017

Amazon Prime Day on July 10-11 Amazon's annual Prime Day will start the evening of July 10, and run through July 11.

Last year's Prime Day had hot deals on many home electronics, housewares and kitchen appliances, books, Kindle readers, gift cards, t-shirts, home cameras, robot vacuums, memory cards, surge protectors, and chargers.

The deals will only be available to Amazon Prime members. Prime membership costs $99 per year ($50/yr for students), and includes free 2-day shipping on thousands of products, a streaming video, and a streaming music service.

Monday, June 26, 2017

Amazon.com - Amazon Echo for $130
(expired)

Amazon changed the price of the Amazon Echo to $130 from now through July. Normally, it sells for $150 to $180.

Available in Black or White.

This price change is likely in response to competition (Google Home sells for $129), so this could turn into a permanent price cut since Amazon has s reputation of slashing prices in response to competition.

The Amazon Echo is a voice-operated speaker. It can play music, make calls, give sports scores and weather, make shopping lists, check flight status, and order an Uber pickup.

The Echo can link to home-automation devices in your home, providing voice-control to those devices. For example, if you have:
- Philips Hue Smart Light Bulbs and Lamps, you can turn on/off Hue lights with your voice.
- Belkin Wemo Smart Power Outlets, you can turn on/off appliances with your voice.
- Plum Lightpad Wifi Light Switches, you can turn on/off those light switches in your home with your voice. For example, say, "Alexa, turn on the kitchen lights" when without finding the light switch when carrying groceries into your home.
- If you got the Honeywell Wifi Thermostat deal for $125 through Ebay last month, the Alexa can control your home temperature with your voice.
- Control any other current or future home automation device that supports Echo.
How does the Amazon Echo compare to Google Home? A CNet article goes into details, but here is our take:
- If you already have Chromecast built-in to your TV or a Google Chromecast device, Google Home can use your voice to play music and videos on your TV.
- If you want better access to the web, including personalized daily briefing of news, events, traffic, and your calendar, Google Home may work better for you.
- If you have a Honeywell Wifi thermostat, an Insteon home automation hub, or home automation device with Echo (but not Google Home) support, the Amazon Echo may be a better choice. Amazon Echo currently has better home automation support than Google Home.
- Amazon Echo plays music through Amazon Prime Music, a service included with Amazon Prime. If you have Prime, the Echo can play unlimited commercial-free music in your home. Google Home plays music through Google Play Music and YouTube Music (free with ads, or ad-free with YouTube Red). Both can also play music through Spotify, Pandora, TuneIn, and others.
Same-day pickup of the Amazon Echo is available from Best Buy, Staples, and Home Depot. Google Home is also available at those stores for the same price, if you choose to compare.

Friday, June 23, 2017

Amazon.com - Schlage Keypad Entry Door Lock for $70 to $93
(expired)

Schlage FE595 CAM 619 ACC Camelot Door Lock with Keypad Entry. Depending on the color you choose, the price ranges from $70 for Satin Nickel, to $93 for Antique Pewter.

Normally over $100. This door lock has mostly positive reviews.

Some door locks have larger keypads, remote locking/unlocking, and other features. However, be sure to read the reviews of electric door locks before buying one.

Some electric door locks have poor reliability and security. The moving parts can break unless the mechanisms are built well. Some can be easy for thieves to break with a paper clip, as shown in this video of a Yale lock.

The Schlage does have mostly positive reviews, and until other more sophisticated electric door locks come into the mainstream, the Schlage brand seems to be one of the best today.

RavPower 10,400mAh Portable Charger	Weighs 8.48 ounces	$16 with code RAV10400
RavPower 12,000mAh Portable Charger	Weighs 11.7 ounces	$17.60 with code 12000AMZ