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FREE 1040EZ and Simple Returns w/ Federal e-file at Turbo Tax – EXP 4/15/2011

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turboxtax Turbo Tax is offering it’s 1040EZ and simple tax returns with federal e-file for FREE for a limited time. Deal expires April 15, 2011.

The basic 1040EZ return is completely FREE to prepare and E-File. For taxes returns that are more involved and require a paid version of TurboTax, you can still start in free trial mode all the way to the point of printing or filing before you’ll be required to pay. For the paid versions, they are currently offer $20 to $25 discounts on Deluxe, Premier, and Home & Business versions. The TurboTax site has version-by-version comparison detail so you can quickly identify the version that’s appropriate for you. FREE Federal E-Filing is provide on all versions of Turbo Taxes offerings.

Viewsonic 10.1" Android 2.2 Wi-Fi 1GHz, 1080p gTablet for $349.99

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TigerDirect.com has the 10.1″ Viewsonic Android 2.2 Wi-Fi gTablet for $349.99 (449 – 80 instant savings – 20 coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get discount, use the coupon code: HSH23053 at checkout.

The ViewSonic gTablet has a crisp and vibrant 10.1” capacitive touch screen display, that is plenty of real estate for even the most demanding tablet users. Great for multitasking, viewing multiple apps, and especially browsing the web, viewing pages in their entirety. Sharing entertainment and photos on this gorgeous display is truly a delight.

The Viewsonic gTablet is so easy to take with you anywhere. It has a super slim and sleek design and feels very comfortable in your hands with it’s smooth beveled edges. Weighing in at 1.5 pounds and just 0.5” thick, just grab it and go. It’s that easy to take with you.

Engineered with you in mind, the navigation on the Viewsonic gTablet is practically instinctive. You find the buttons exactly where you would have placed them, which will have you toggling. Searching, going back and moving forward all at lightning speed. On-display buttons include: Search, Home, Menu and back. Volume rocker is located on top.

Overkill on the iPhone / iPod Touch / iPad for FREE

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Craneballs Studios LLC has Overkill (iTunes Link) in the iTunes App Store for FREE for a limited time.

In the near future the world has collapsed. You have been hired as a mercenary to fight against the enemy. Be paid for everything you kill and destroy and buy new weapons or upgrade the current ones. 12 weapons (incl. AK-47, M4, SCAR, RPG) with upgradable Scopes, Stocks, Cartridges, Barrels and Frontmouths gives you over 100 combinations! Fight through 80 waves and 4 extra Hell waves in 4 locations.

Pre-Order: Motorola XOOM Android Tablet (Wi-Fi) for $599.99

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Amazon is taking preorders for the Motorola XOOM Android Tablet (Wi-Fi) for $599.99 with Free Shipping for a limited time. It’s schedule to be release on or around March 27, 2011.

The Motorola XOOM boasts a dual core processor with each core running at 1 GHz, 10.1-inch widescreen HD display, and ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking. Winner of the Best of Show award at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the XOOM also offers support for Adobe Flash Player–enabling you to view the web without compromise.

It runs Google’s Android 3.0 Honeycomb operating system, which offers a multi-touch, holographic user interface that improves on Android favorites such as widgets, multi-tasking, browsing, notifications and customization. It also offers the latest Google Mobile innovations, including Google Maps 5.0 with 3D interaction, access to over 3 million Google eBooks and Google Talk with video and voice chat.

The Motorola XOOM features a front-facing 2-megapixel camera for video chats over Wi-Fi via Google Talk, as well as a rear-facing 5-megapixel camera (with LED flash for stills) that captures video in 720p HD. The 10.1-inch display delivers console-like gaming performance on its 1280 x 800-pixel display, and it features a built-in gyroscope, barometer, e-compass, accelerometer, and adaptive lighting for new types of applications.

Other features include a 32 GB internal memory, memory expansion via optional microSD cards (with future software upgrade), 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, access to personal and corporate e-mail, HD 1080p video playback, HDMI output for connecting to a compatible HDTV or monitor, and a 3250 mAh battery for up to 10 hours of Wi-Fi internet browsing.

Pre-order: HTC Arrive Windows Smartphone for Sprint for $49.99

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Wirefly.com is taking pre-orders of the HTC Arrive Windows Smartphone for Sprint for $49.99 (489.99 contract free, 199.99 – 150 instant savings carrier subsidized) with a new two year contract for a limited time. Upgraders can get it for $149.99, that’s still $50 cheaper than direct from Sprint. Shipping is Free.

The HTC Arrive smartphone is the first device for Sprint based on Windows Phone 7. The Arrive offers an innovative design with a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard and tilt-up display and provides an incredible experience leveraging well-known Microsoft services like Microsoft Mobile Office, Zune, and XBOX Live. Windows Phone 7 features Hubs for quick and easy access to your most valuable content including People, Pictures, Games, Music, and Video, Office, and Marketplace. Additionally, the Start screen is customizable with Live Tiles that come to life with real-time updates. Depending on the app, the Live Tiles show pending messages and appointments, news and weather, or game and friend status – all continuously refreshed by the Internet.

ASUS 8X DVD-ROM 24X CD-ROM USB 2.0 Slim External DVD-ROM for $19.99 – EXP 3/31/2011

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NewEgg.com has ASUS 8X DVD-ROM 24X CD-ROM USB 2.0 Slim External DVD-ROM, Model no. SDR-08B1-U, for $19.99 (29.99 – 10 MIR) with Free Shipping for a limited time. The $10 mail-in-rebate expires March 31, 2011.

The ASUS SDR-08B1-U provides cutting-edge multimedia experience with superior playback capacities and high-speed data transfer. The attractive external top loader slim DVD-ROM utilizes the high-speed USB 2.0 interface, and a lightweight construction delivers maximum, hassle-free mobility wherever, whenever it is needed.

Samsung ML Series ML-2525 Laser Printer for $49.99 – EXP 3/23/2011

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NewEgg.com has the Samsung ML Series ML-2525 Laser Printer for $49.99 (119.99 – 66 instant savings – 4 coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get discount, use the coupon code: EMCKGJC63 at checkout. Coupon expires March 23, 2011.

The Samsung ML-2525 features 1200 x 1200 dpi print quality, up to 24 ppm print speed, USB connectivity, and support for both Windows and Mac OSX.

George Foreman Champ Grill w/ Bun Warmer for $14.99 – EXP 3/23/2011

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georgeforeman_gr10abw NewEgg.com has the George Foreman Champ Grill w/ Bun Warmer, model no. GR10ABW for $14.99 (39.99 – 16 instat savings – 9 coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get discount, use the coupon code: EMCKGJC77 at checkout. Coupon expires March 23, 2011.

Champ Grill with Bun Warmer in white…Topped by a bun warmer with a transparent lid, this Champ is a variant of the popular George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine. The electric appliance’s appeal lies in its simplicity and countertop convenience–not to mention its fat-fighting ability. The double-sided grill (a 6-by-7-inch nonstick cooking surface) cooks burgers, steaks, chicken, sausage, fish, shrimp, and vegetables top and bottom in minutes. Grill marks not only look appetizing, they contribute caramelized flavor. The bottom grill’s deep grooves collect fat, and the grill is sloped so the fat runs off into a dishwasher-safe plastic tray stationed under the unit’s front. 39 square inch cooking surface; Grills 2burgers/chops; Patented contact design grills fast and evenly; Thermostat controlled ready light; Non-stick coated cooking plate; Patented channels carry run-off grease; Has a floating hinge to accommodate extra thick chops and steaks; Special cooking plate and latch design; Drip tray to catch run-off fat; Specially designed spatula which fits perfectly into the groove of the grill plate

Updated: HTC ThunderBolt Android Smartphone for Verizon Wireless for $199.99

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Wirefly.com has the newly released HTC ThunderBolt Android Smartphone for Verizon Wireless for $199.99 (649 w/contract, 249.99 – 50 instant savings carrier subsidized) with two service agreement for a limited time. Shipping is Free.

Note: Amazon also has the newly released HTC ThunderBolt Android Smartphone for $179.99 with a two service agreement but it’s currently on backorder (estimated 8-9 days to ship). Shipping is Free.

The Android-powered ThunderBolt by HTC is Verizon’s first 4G LTE smartphone. The ThunderBolt is on Verizon’s lightning-fast 4G LTE Network and has a next-generation processor so you can do more with your phone, in more places. The front-facing camera is great for videochatting, while the 8 megapixel primary camera records in HD for amazing photos and videos on the go. Use the camera’s Live Filters to manipulate photos and videos while in the moment. When you are ready, share your images easily with messaging, DLNA streaming to your compatible HD TV, or quickly tag and upload to Facebook or YouTube. Connect up to 8 WiFi-enabled devices to the internet with Verizon’s Mobile Hotspot – Free from Verizon Wireless until May 15, 2011. You can talk and do more with this very smart smartphone.

FREE Calling and SMS to Japan for Sprint and T-Mobile Customers Too – EXP 4/10/2011

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Following AT&T and Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile USA are also offering FREE calls and SMS to Japan for a limited time.

T-Mobile USA postpaid customers will be able to make calls and text messages to Japan without charges through March 31, 2011. This also includes T-Mobile’s Wi-Fi calling too.

Sprint customers will be able to text message and make wireless calls to and from Japan on the Sprint network FREE of charge till April 10, 2011from March 11, 2011.

Both carriers are also waiving text message fees to mobile giving campaigns. It’s very good to see everyone pitching in where they can.

Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse for $36.49

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Buy.com has the New Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse, model no. RVF-00001, for $36.49 (69.95 – 33.46 instant saving) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse features innovative design curves for comfort when in use, and packs flat when on the go. It takes up virtually no room in your bag. This mobile mouse also features Touch Scrolling that allows you to flick to zip down the page and tap to stay at your destination. Feel the speed and responsiveness to your touch.