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Asus begins selling its first LTE Chromebook for $200 on a two-year Verizon contract

Jordan Kahn Nov 17 2014 - 10:14 am PT

It’s not the first LTE Chromebook, but it’s the first from Asus to offer cellular connectivity with sales of the device quietly kicking off at Best Buy and other retailers late last week. Asus doesn’t appear to have made an official announcement, but an LTE version of the C300 Chromebook variant is now selling through Best Buy according to an announcement sent over from Altair Semiconductor, the company providing the LTE chip for the Chromebook:
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Samsung Gear Circle now available in United States at select T-Mobile stores

9to5 Staff Nov 5 2014 - 3:43 pm PT

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Samsung on Wednesday announced that the Gear Circle is now available in the United States at select T-Mobile stores nationwide, with an expanded rollout of the device at AT&T, Amazon and Samsung’s online store to take place later this month. Samsung’s Gear Circle will also be available in white exclusively from Best Buy locations in the future.
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PSA: Best Buy and Newegg now accepting Nexus 9 pre-orders

Mark Hearn Oct 17 2014 - 10:45 am PT

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Retailers are starting to open up Nexus 9 pre-orders and the latest two to join in on the fun are Best Buy and Newegg. The blue and yellow big box is accepting advanced purchases of the 16GB and 32GB WiFi and LTE-capable models of the HTC-made tablet and Newegg is also taking orders for each variant of the device as well.

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Moto G (2014) now available from Best Buy for $179.99 unlocked

Chance Miller Oct 6 2014 - 7:03 pm PT

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Motorola unveiled the 2014 Moto G last month, but since then, it has only been available via the company’s website. Today, however, retailer Best Buy began offering the device both online and in stores. As you’d expect, the price from Best Buy is identical to what you’d get from Motorola, coming in at $179.99.

The new Moto G, for those unfamiliar, features a 5-inch HD display, a Snapdragon 400 processor, 1GB of RAM, an 8MP rear camera, Android 4.4, front-facing speakers, and a 2,070mAh battery.

The device is available in either white or black for $179.

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Google I/O attendees’ Moto 360s are on their way

Seth Weintraub Sep 8 2014 - 3:43 pm PT

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Tips and my own inbox confirm that Motorola is sending I/O attendees out their Moto 360 Smartwatches right now! Will they make it before Tim Cook and Co announce their own entry into the smartwatch field? I suppose it depends on which part of your FedEx carrier’s route you are on.

Best Buy slashes $50 off the LG G Watch prior to G Watch R announcement at IFA

Stephen Hall Aug 31 2014 - 1:55 pm PT

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If you’re in the market to grab an Android Wear device, you might be interested in hearing that Best Buy just slashed $50 off the price of the LG G Watch, an Android Wear device that was officially released just a little over 2 months ago. This means that while Google is still selling the device at the launch price of $229.99, you can grab the watch at Best Buy’s website for a cool $179.99. It seems as if both the black and white models are still in stock at the time of this writing.

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Best Buy lists Moto 360 with price and feature list

9to5 Staff Aug 17 2014 - 12:15 pm PT

Spotted by DroidLife, Best Buy this morning accidentally published the product page of the Moto 360 on their mobile site. The listing shows the smartwatch priced at $249.99, the same price we heard from Motorola when the price was accidentally published on its own product page. The page also lists a near-full spec sheet of the device, which states the watch will be waterproof at 3.3ft for up to 30 minutes, feature a vibrating motor, and Bluetooth 4.0.

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9to5Toys Lunch Break: HP Chromebook 11 $180, Nexus 7/10 rooCASE $4, Rayman Jungle Run $0.75, more

Justin Kahn Jul 31 2014 - 9:04 am PT

Be sure to follow 9to5Toys to keep up with the best gear and deals on the web: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

Today’s can’t miss deals:

Updates:

Amazon matches Motorola’s back to school sale. Grab an unlocked Moto X for $300 http://t.co/ZcbEDqYycP pic.twitter.com/8vGAWgVBKw

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) July 31, 2014

hp-11-chromebook2 Chromebook Deals:

HP Chromebook 11 1.7GHz/2GB/16GB SSD: $180 shipped (Reg. $280)
HP 14″ Haswell Chromebook, 4GB Memory, 16GB SSD, 2 years of 4G $238 (Reg. $348)

RooCASE Executive Portfolio Genuine Leather Case-sale-01

Gadget protection: Nexus 7 (first gen) & Nexus 10 rooCASE (multiple colors) $4, more

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Android App Deals:

Ubisoft Rayman Android sale: Fiesta Run $1, Jungle Run $0.75 & Rabbids Big Bang $0.50
Amazon is giving away over $100 worth of Android apps for free
Assassin’s Creed Pirates on Android $0.10 (Reg. $6)
Google Play Summer Steals app sale: Iron Force, TETRIS Blitz, Asteroids Pack, more

chromecast-google-amazon Google Chromecast streaming media player $30 shipped (Reg. $35)

Other new deals:

New! Onkyo EnvisionCinema 2.1 Bluetooth speaker system: $205 shipped (orig. $499)
New! Case Logic 11″ Laptop/Chromebook Messenger Case $10 shipped (Reg. $33)
New! Daily Deals: Mophie 12000mAh Juice Pack: $69, headphones, more
New! Digital Comic Book Sale: Sin City Vol.1-7 $22 (Reg. $122), Guardians of the Galaxy: 50% off, more

More Daily Deals! Enloop rechargeable AA+D: $7, Sony Earbuds: $11, Sony Smartwatch: $60 http://t.co/VTP6vYbmxg pic.twitter.com/wvToGE7DTW

— 9to5Toys (@9to5toys) July 31, 2014

More deals still alive:

Epson Workforce All-in-One w/ AirPrint $110 shipped (Reg. $170), more
USB Charging roundup: Batteries, quad-port AC, and car charging
Media: Vivitek Qumi Q5 projector (refurb) $289, more
Logitech introduces the “world’s fastest gaming mouse” with the G402 Hyperion Fury
5-pack of Etekcity Wireless Remote Controlled Outlets $20 Prime shipped (orig. $62)
Home Deals: Hoover cordless vac $213 (Reg. $300), Dyson DC41 vacs (refurb) from $195, more
1-year magazine subs: ESPN w/ digital from $4.75, Wired /Pop Science $9, more
EA Access lets Xbox One owners play its best titles for $5 a month
Take 20% off Timbuk2 custom messenger bags, backpacks, totes, and more
UE MINI BOOM Wireless Bluetooth Speaker/Speakerphone $79 shipped (Reg. $100)
ZAGG 20% off sitewide Back to School Sale: iPad keyboard cases, invisibleSHIELD, more
Reebok up to 50% off + extra 25%: Zigtech shoes, apparel, more
Target coupon: save $10 on in-store pickup orders of $40 or more
REI 60-80% off promo: Platypus hydration pack $37, LED lantern $16, much more
Targus Legend IQ laptop backpack $20 (orig. $50)
TouchPico: Turn Any Surface Into A Touch Screen with this Amazing Device
Home Deals: Cuisinart 14-Piece Ceramic Cookware $100 (Reg. $250), Hamilton Beach Smoothie Blender $30 (Reg. $50), batteries, more
Fashion: NFL, MLB, NBA hats $5 each, Tommy Hilfiger extra 50% off all sale items, more
Home Deals: Nespresso Espresso Maker w/ milk frother $194 (orig. $279), more
Plug/Ethernet Adapter Kits: TRENDnet 200Mbps $20, Zyxel 500Mbs $30, more

New products/ongoing promotions:

Amazon launches a new custom 3D printing storefront
Incase’s new Icon sleeve is “the next evolution in protection” for your MacBook and iPad
Fashion: Nordstrom Sale yields significant savings on Lacoste, Under Armour, more
The new littleBits WiFi enabled cloudBit makes anything an internet connected smart device
Existing and future Chromecast owners can get a free 90-day Google All Access trial
8Bitdo brings retro gaming to iOS, Android, Mac and more with its NES Bluetooth controller
New and upcoming Bluetooth speakers: Denon HEOS, Scosche boomBOTTLE black & Fugoo +Sport
Logitech Harmony remotes & keyboards now work together to create the ultimate home theater experience
Jump into the world of LED light bulbs for less than $5 a pop with Ikea Ledare
Verizon FiOS goes symmetrical, upload speeds now same rate as downloads at same cost
Smart Home:
- Free Philips Hue personal wireless lightning bulb ($60 value) w/ purchase of Philips Hue pack
- $25 off the Wink Hub w/ one accessory purchase or $49 off w/ two accessory purchases
Save 25% on Nomad’s new carabiner, key & credit card sized MFi Lightning cables

Amazon’s unlimited ebook and audiobook subscription service finally goes live in the U.S., try it free http://t.co/M9q7crx7bl

— 9to5Google (@9to5Google) July 18, 2014

LG G Pad 10.1 now available at Best Buy for $250

Mark Hearn Jul 22 2014 - 3:36 pm PT

A few short weeks ago, LG announced launch plans for its budget-conscious G Pad 10.1, however despite its big reveal, the company didn’t discuss pricing details for its new slate. Still making good on its promise to release its new full-size tablet during this month, the LG G Pad 10.1 is now available at Best Buy for $250.

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First trailer for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 to debut on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S

Mark Hearn Jul 18 2014 - 10:32 am PT

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Samsung is awfully proud of its Galaxy Tab S’ high-resolution Super AMOLED display and in an effort to get more eyes looking at its new tablet’s 2,560 x 1,600 screen, the company is partnering with Lionsgate to debut the first official trailer for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 ahead of its online release. The trailer will be shown first on July 25th during this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. Fans unable to attend the show can see the preview at Samsung Experience Shops at Best Buys nationwide from July 26th – 27th.

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LG G3 now available at Best Buy for $99 alongside $50 gift card promotion

9to5 Staff Jul 11 2014 - 9:42 am PT

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If you are looking for a good deal on the LG G3 smartphone, you will be happy to hear that Best Buy has started carrying the handset for $99 on a new two-year service agreement. That is $100 off the regular on-contract price of $199 that carriers AT&T, Verizon and Sprint are charging, plus you have the option to score a $50 Best Buy gift card on top by activating any new smartphone through July 12th.

To be eligible for the $50 gift card, you will need to fill out this form when activating your LG G3 smartphone. Best Buy carries the LG G3 in metallic black and silk white on AT&T, Verizon and Sprint, so there is no reason not to purchase the handset through Best Buy versus directly from the carriers. You can read about this deal in full on 9to5Toys. If you spot an even better deal, let us know in the comments.

HP 11.6″ Chromebook LTE available from Best Buy for $199

Mark Hearn Apr 15 2014 - 7:51 am PT

If you’ve been wanting to try a Chromebook, but have held off due to their need for an internet connection, Best Buy might have a remedy for your dilemma. The blue and yellow big box is currently knocking $100 off HP’s 11.6″ LTE Chromebook, bringing its asking price to $199. The device is backed by Verizon’s LTE network, you’ll pretty much have internet access anywhere in the US.

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How to use Samsung’s Gear Fit smartwatch with other Android devices

Dom Esposito Apr 12 2014 - 8:03 am PT

Samsung’s Gear Fit smartwatch/fitness band is finally available online and in stores, but unfortunately, its Android compatibility is still very limited. According to Samsung, the Gear Fit will only work with 17 different Galaxy devices including the new Galaxy S5. Once again, Samsung is keeping its Gear line within the family, but luckily we’ve found a way around this small problem.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 12.2 shipping March 9th

Zac Hall Mar 5 2014 - 8:56 am PT

Samsung already launched the Galaxy Note 12.2 tablets it announced at CES earlier this year, and today the company has announced the availability date for the Galaxy Tab 12.2 version. Starting March 9th, customers can purchase the 12.2″ Android tablet starting at $649 in black or white versions with 32GB and 64GB configurations through Samsung.com, Best Buy, Amazon, and other retailers.
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Galaxy Note Pro and Tab Pro tablets hitting the US from 13th Feb, but wifi-only for now

Ben Lovejoy Feb 4 2014 - 5:00 am PT

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If you liked the look of the four new tablets Samsung announced at CES back in January, you don’t have long to wait until they go on sale – but for now, only the wifi models will be available, and the Tab Pro 12.2 won’t ship until next month, reports re/code.

You can preorder the Wi-Fi-enabled Galaxy Note Pro 12.2, Tab Pro 10.1 or Tab Pro 8.4 now from various retailers, including Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon. But the Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2 isn’t expected to ship till March …
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Moto G for Verizon now available from Best Buy for $99.99 off-contract, Boost Mobile version through HSN

Chance Miller Jan 1 2014 - 9:11 pm PT

Hot on the heels of rumors claiming that Verizon would soon be offering the Moto G for $100, Best Buy has announced that it is now selling the device in its retail stores. Speaking to the LA Times, Best Buy spokesman Jonathan Sandler announced that, the device “is currently landing in stores and is available for sale as soon as it arrives.” This means that there is no set release date for the device from Best Buy, so you’ll need to keep in contact with your local store if you are interested in purchasing one.

A version of the phone for Sprint’s Boost Mobile prepaid service was also released today, this time through HSN. The Moto G is currently on sale for $129.95, but you can get it for $99 after a $30 mail-in rebate (regular price $169.95).

Being priced at just $99.99 sans-contract, the Moto G is easily the best bargain phone on the market. We were big fans of it when we reviewed it, and its recent update to Android 4.4 KitKat only further improved the experience. Of course, it’s also worth noting that the Moto G’s older sibling, the Moto X, received a price drop today as well, and now runs $399.99.

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HTC kicks off Black Friday, holiday deals early with HTC One special offer

David Beren Nov 25 2013 - 11:36 am PT

HTC’s holiday specials on the “top-rated” HTC One are kicking into gear with special offers for Sprint and Verizon customers. That’s not to say they are the best deals around, a title Amazon current holds if the HTC One is on your radar this week.

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Verizon’s Black Friday ad leaks, won’t knock your socks off

David Beren Nov 19 2013 - 4:12 am PT

Our expectations are always tempered when it comes to the wireless carriers and Black Friday specials as its been a long, long time since I can remember a deal that made my jaw drop. With that in mind, Verizon Wireless’ 2013 Black Friday ad has hit the airwaves thanks to BlackFriday.com but it won’t knock your socks off. Thankfully, it will help those of you looking to pick up a DROID RAZR HD for free or a Motorola DROID Ultra for $99 with a two-year agreement.

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Best Buy page suggests HTC One Max arriving on Sprint on Friday

Ben Lovejoy Nov 13 2013 - 5:29 am PT

Although no official launch date has been given for HTC’s new phablet, a Best Buy webpage suggests the HTC One Max will be available on Friday. It is priced at $249 with a two-year contract, and is available now for pre-order.

The device was officially announced a month ago, though we had a pretty good idea what to expect as long ago as July …
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Target, Walmart and Best Buy Black Friday ads offer up Android smartphone deals

David Beren Nov 12 2013 - 5:29 am PT

Ah yes, winter is in the air and along with it the promise of Black Friday shopping deals. I’ll just get right to it and say if you’re in the market for a Galaxy S 4…you should hold off and take a look at the Walmart and Target deals coming up in a little under two weeks.

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Verizon’s Moto X arrives on August 29th for $199 on contract

Jordan Kahn Aug 26 2013 - 1:05 pm PT

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Following a launch on AT&T last week, Verizon confirmed today that it will be launching Motorola’s new flagship Moto X smartphone starting August 29. Leaks leading up to the launch of the device pointed to an August 29th release date for the Verizon version of the device through Best Buy, but Verizon only mentioned online availability in its announcement today. It did note that the Moto X will become available in stores in the coming weeks.

The 16GB model will sell for the same $199 on contract as AT&T (the 32GB is exclusive to AT&T), but Verizon will only offer white and black versions. The customization options available through the Moto Maker tool are currently still available exclusively to AT&T customers.

Moto X is expected to launch on all major US carriers by early September.

New Nexus 7 now available in Canada through Google Play

Jordan Kahn Aug 13 2013 - 11:40 am PT

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Google announced today that its recently launched Nexus 7 is now available to purchase in Canada through Google Play. The availability comes as the device launches in Staples, Best Buy, Future Shop and other retailers today in both the US and Canada, while the device has already been available to customers in the US through Google Play.

For those in Canada, the next generation @Nexus 7 can now be yours: http://t.co/JBfO2nnVoF

— Google Play (@GooglePlay) August 13, 2013

The refreshed Nexus 7 is available for $229 for the 16GB WiFi model and $269 for the 32GB model with both models listed as shipping in 1-2 business days. An LTE version of the new Nexus 7 is expected in the weeks to come but Google hasn’t provided an official launch date.

Google also started selling a new Nexus 7 sleeve on the Google Play today for $29.99 in both the US and Canada.

Best Buy inventory shows Aug. 29 release date for Verizon’s Moto X

Jordan Kahn Aug 13 2013 - 10:30 am PT

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While previous leaks have pointed to an August 23rd release date for the majority of US carriers, the latest leaked shot from Best Buy’s inventory system (via AndroidCentral) shows that you might have to wait a little longer to get your hands on the device. Nothing’s official, but the image above shows the Verizon version of the Moto X will arrive on August 29. Motorola hasn’t confirmed an official launch date other than “late August/early September”, but we know the $199, 4.7-inch device will be landing on all four major US carriers, as well as in Canada and Latin America, by early next month. However, the device’s big new selling point– the Moto X online tool that allows users to choose from over 2000 customization options– will be exclusive to AT&T until sometime later this year.

New Nexus 7 on sale at multiple retailers now, four days early

Ben Lovejoy Jul 26 2013 - 6:47 am PT

We’ve been hearing reports of the new Nexus 7 showing up as on sale in stores before the official launch date of 30th July, and this now appears to be happening at Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon.

The first confirmation we saw came from Engadget in the form of a Best Buy pre-order update showing a release date of today.

We put our money down for one when the order page first went up, and while the confirmation originally said it would arrive on the original July 30th launch date, it’s now telling us that we can expect our tablet later today. That jibes with info we were given by a source claiming to be the manager of a Best Buy store. He said that while pre-orders started yesterday, “there were few (of them) in my region,” meaning that “if you are present at a (Best Buy) location today at opening, you have a good chance of buying the tablet.”

Tweets are now showing the same thing happening at Walmart and Amazon:

Other retailers are reportedly sticking to the scheduled launch date, so it’s unclear why this is happening, but if you want to get your hands on one a few days early, it appears that you can.