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Apple MacBook Air 13″ 256GB Retina Laptop (Early 2020) for $925

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Electronics Basket through eBay has the current generation Apple MacBook Air Intel Core i5 1.6GHz 13.3″ 256GB Retina Laptop in space gray for $925 (regularly $999) with Free Shipping for a limited time. This is $26 more than the deal we posted a few weeks ago but is currently $24 less what Amazon currently has it for.

The early 2020 Macbook Air features a redesigned scissor mechanism keyboard, 20% larger trackpad, 10th-generation Intel Core i3 1.1GHz dual-core processor, Intel Iris Plus Graphics, 13.3″ 2560×1600 True-Tone Retina display, 8GB RAM, 256GB or 512 SSD, Touch ID fingerprint sensor, improved speaker with 2x more bass and 25% louder, three microphone array, 802.11ac Wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports, and runs macOS.

25% Off Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security Camera Sale, Starting at $64.99

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Amazon has the Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security Camera for $74.99 (regularly $99.99), 2 Blink Camera Kit for $134.99 (regularly $179.99), 3 Blink Camera Kit for $189.99 (regularly $249.98), 5 Blink Camera Kit for $284.99 (regularly $379.99), and an Add-On Blink Camera for $64.99 (regularly $89.99) for a limited time.

Staples also has the 3 Blink XT2 Outdoor/Indoor Smart Security Camera for $189.99 (regularly $249.98) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Blink XT2 is my Security Camera of choice. They are packed with features, affordable, and extremely easy to setup. They can be used indoor or outdoor and have an estimated 2-year battery life. It runs over your wireless connection and features 1080P resolution with a 110-degree field of view, motion-activated instant-on recording, customizable motion detection, 2-way audio, live-view recording, and integration of Amazon Alexa.

Amazon Fire HD 8 32GB Android Tablet for $59.99, 64GB for $89.99, HD 8 Plus for $79.99, Kids Edition for $89.99

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Amazon has their new 10th generation Fire HD 8 32GB Android Tablet for $59.99 (regularly $89.99) and the 64GB model for $89.99 (regularly $119.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time. They also have their new Fire HD 8 Plus 32GB Android Tablet for $79.99 (regularly $109.99) and the 64GB model for $109.99 (regularly $139.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time. The all-new Fire HD 8 Kids Edition tablet is also being discounted, save $50 (regularly $139.99) for a limited time.

The new Fire HD 8 features a 1280 x 800 high-definition display, 2.0 GHz quad-core processor, 2 GB of RAM, Dolby Atmos, 32 or 64 GB of internal storage, microSD slot for up to 1 TB of expandable storage, 20% longer battery compared to last get (up to 12 hours now), USB-C for faster charging, runs Fire OS (based on Android) and comes with Amazon Alexa built-in. The Plus model has 3 GB of Ram (vs 2GB), built-in Qi wireless charging, and faster charging (4hrs vs 5hr). This is the same as the Fire HD 8 32GB but comes in a Kid-Proof Case with built-in stand, 1 year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited, and 2-year worry-free guarantee: if it breaks, return it and Amazon will replace it for free.

Unlocked Samsung Galaxy A51 128GB Android Phone for $279.99

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Samsung has the Unlocked Samsung Galaxy A51 128GB Dual Sim Android Phone in black, white, or blue for $229.99 (retail $399.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

Never MSRP through eBay and B&H Photo has the Dual Sim model in black or white for $279.99 with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Samsung Galaxy A51 features Exynos 9611 Octa-Core Processor, 6.5″ Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 128GB built-in storage, 4 GB, Quadruple rear-facing camera (wide 48 MP 1/2″ sensor with 26mm f/2.0, ultra wide 12 MP sensor with 13mm f/2.2, wide 5 MP sensor with f/2.4, and wide 5 MP 1/5″ sensor with f/2.2), wide 32 MP 1080P front-facing camera, Wi-Fi 6, 3.5 mm Headphone, and runs Android 10.

2nd Gen WeMo Smart Light Switch for $19.99

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Amazon has the 2nd Generation Wemo SmartLight Switch, model no. B07RT8H9WH, for $19.99 (regularly $39.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Wemo Smart Light Switch uses your existing home WiFi network to provide wireless control of your lights from anywhere in the world. No subscription or hub is required: simply install the light switch and start controlling your lights from the wall, app, or with your voice via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple’s Siri. Using the free Wemo app, you can switch your lights on and off and set worry-free schedules no matter where you are.

Implosion – Never Lose Hope for Android and iOS for FREE

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Rayark International Limited has the Implosion – Never Lose Hope for Android in the Google Pay Store and for iOS in the iOS App Store for FREE (regularly $9.99) for a limited time.

Bringing AAA console gaming experience to mobile devices. Twenty years after the fall of Earth, the remnants of the Human race are once again faced with extinction. The time has come to justify our existence. A mysterious life form known as the XADA squares off against humanity’s last weapon – the War-Mech series III battle suit.

Amazon Echo Studio High-Fidelity Smart Speaker w/ Philips Hue Bulb for $169.99

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Amazon has their Amazon Echo Studio High-Fidelity Smart Speaker bundled with a Philips Hue Bulb for $169.99 ($229.98 value) with Free Shipping for a limited time. Best Buy also has it for the same price with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Amazon Echo Studio creates an immersive, 3-dimensional soundscape, wrapping you in studio-quality audio from every direction. There are five strategically positioned speakers that generate room-filling sound, sending different parts of the song to your ears from different directions. Built-in Dolby Atmos technology enables a multidimensional audio experience, adding space, clarity, and depth. It is an Echo so you also have access to Amazon Alexa and its thousands of skills. It also features a built-in smart home hub that allows you to ask Alexa to control Zigbee-compatible devices.

WD 5TB My Passport USB 3.0 Hard Drive for $99.99

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Amazon has the Western Digital 5TB My Passport USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive in black, model no. WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN, for $99.99 (149.99 – 50 instant savings) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

My Passport is the trusted, portable storage that perfectly complements your on-the-go lifestyle. Designed to fit in the palm of your hand, there’s plenty of space to store a massive amount of photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with Western Digital Discovery Software for Western Digital backup, password Protection, and drive management. It features transfer rates up to 5Gb/s and 256-bit AES hardware encryption.

Amazon Echo Auto for $29.99

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Amazon has their Amazon Echo Auto for 29.99 (regularly $49.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Echo Auto brings Amazon Alexa into your car. Ask Alexa to play music, continue your Audible audiobook, check your calendar, find nearby businesses, or make calls. With 8 microphones, Echo Auto even hears you over road noise. Echo Auto starts up in seconds, works through your car speakers, and pairs with your existing smartphone plan.

Reeder 4 Feed Reader for iOS & Mac for FREE

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Silvio Rizzi has Reeder 4 for the iOS in the iOS App Store and Reeder 4 for the Mac in the Mac App Store for FREE (regularly $4.99/$9.99) for a limited time.

Reeder is my feed reader of choice and it supports multiple services like Feedbin, Feedly, Feed Wrangler, Fever, FeedHQ, Inoreader, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, BazQux Reader, Pocket, and Instapaper. If you don’t want to use a third-party service, Reeder also supports local/standalone RSS. It has a Bionic Reading mode, in-app Read Later service which syncs with iCloud, image previews in the articles list, much-improved article viewer, and many more features.

Apple Watch Series 5 40mm for $299

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Walmart has the Apple Watch Series 5 40mm GPS Smart Watch in the silver aluminum case for $299 (regularly $399) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

Apple Watch Series 5 features a 30% larger always-on Retina display, S5 with 64-bit dual-core processor, W3 Apple wireless chip, Barometric altimeter, Capacity 32GB, Optical heart sensor, Electrical heart sensor, Improved accelerometer up to 32 g‑forces, fall detection, GPS, built-in compass, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, up to 18 hours of battery life, water-resistant 50 meters, watchOS 6. The Cellular model adds the ability to connect to compatible LTE networks.

Acquire New Tech Skills w/ FREE Access To All Pluralsight Courses This Weekend – Ends 8/16/2020

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For this weekend only, Pluralsight is offering new members access to all of their 6,500 courses for FREE.

Pluralsight offers courses authored by industry experts to help you develop new expertise across roles and an opportunity to create progress through technology and develop the skills of tomorrow. You won’t be able to finish the most course in a weekend, (they do have some shorter ones that some can finish over the weekend) but you can get a good idea if you like their offering.

Alto’s Odyssey and Alto’s Adventure for PC for FREE

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Epic Games has The Alto Collection for the Windows for FREE (regularly $9.99) for a limited time.

Across the endless desert and atop an alpine expanse two journeys full of wonder await. Choose your path and set off on a thrilling snowboarding or sandboarding adventure with Alto & friends.

In Alto’s Odyssey, join Alto and his friends and set off on an endless sandboarding journey to discover its secrets. Soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons and explore long-hidden temples in a fantastical place far from home. Along the way, you’ll grind across vines, bounce atop hot air balloons, ride towering rock walls, and escape mischievous lemurs – all while uncovering the desert’s many mysteries.

In Alto’s Adventure, Alto and his friends as they embark on an endless snowboarding odyssey. Journey across the beautiful alpine hills of their native wilderness, through neighboring villages, ancient woodlands, and long-abandoned ruins. Along the way, you’ll rescue runaway llamas, grind rooftops, leap over terrifying chasms and outwit the mountain elders – all while braving the ever-changing elements and passage of time upon the mountain.