Techdeals Archives

Week of December 7, 2003

   MiniMac Posted 12/13/03 by david

A very nice deal if you're in the market for a Mac. Amazon has got the Apple 12.1" PowerBook Notebook for only $1094 with free shipping. Usually priced at least $1300-1500 at most other places. System features:

  • PowerPC G4 867Mz
  • 256MB memory
  • 40GB hard drive, CD-RW/DVD combo drive
  • 12.1" display, Geforce2 Go graphics
  • integrated bluetooth
  • 4.6 lbs

Plus you get an Apple iSight Firewire Webcam absolutely free with coupon code "PWERBKISIGHT" (exp 12/14/03). If you don't need the camera, you could sell it on Ebay, where they go for around $100. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Good Deals from Goodguys Posted 12/13/03 by david

Goodguys is offering 10% off all purchases of $199 or more and NO sales tax as well. Plus free shipping on all orders.

Nice deals can definitely be had when combined with Sony's new rebates:

  • Sony DSC-P10 5.0MP digital camera - $354.99 shipped after $50 rebate. Search for "DSC-P10"
  • Sony DSC-P92 5.0MP digital camera - $291.99 shipped after $50 rebate. Search for "DSC-P92"
  • Sony DSC-P72 3.0MP digital camera - $239.99 shipped after $30 rebate. Search for "DSC-P72"
  • Sony DSC-P8 3.2MP digital camera - $264.99 shipped after $50 rebate. Search for "DSC-P8"

Click here for the techdeal.

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   Easy Reading Posted 12/13/03 by david

BobaJunkie sent over a link for a free subscription to Computer Games Magazine. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Borders Bargain Posted 12/13/03 by david

Printable 15% off coupon good at Borders (exp 12/14). 'Nuff said :)

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   Power Down Posted 12/13/03 by david

Antonio13 sent word that Best Buy has got a Panasonic 48pk. of AA batteries for just $9.99 with free shipping. A great stocking-stuffer to go with all those gadgets & gizmos this year. Click here for the techdeal and search for "K-DGN24NA".

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   Burnt to a Disc Posted 12/13/03 by david

Newegg is offering the Lite-On LDW-411S Dual Format DVD burner (DVD+RW/-RW) for only $128 with free FedEx shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

Amazon has still got a Memorex 25pk. of DVD-R (4X) for just $29.99 shipped. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Quality Cabling Posted 12/13/03 by david

Jerry let me know that Circuit City is offering a Monster Cable Gamelink 300 S-Video Cable for just $19.99 with free shipping after a $25 rebate. Marketed specifically for improving the video from your Xbox console. Click here for the techdeal and search for "XGL300SV10".

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   Staples Sale Posted 12/13/03 by david

This weekend Staples stores (B&M) are offering 12% off everything in-store as part of their Customer Appreciation Days. Offer ends 12/14/03. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Dell in Hand Posted 12/12/03 by david

Dell Small Business is offering 20% off Dell Axim handhelds and accessories. Click here for the techdeal.

Get the Dell Axim X5 400Mhz PocketPC handheld for just $254.15 shipped.

The Dell Axim X3 400Mhz PocketPC can be had for just $207 shipped, while its Wi-Fi enabled cousin, the Axim X3i for just $304 shipped.

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   Arms Deal Posted 12/12/03 by david

Overstock is offering Wild Arms 3 for the Playstation 2 for just $4.99+S/H after $5 off $10+ coupon for new customers. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Cut Rate Price Posted 12/12/03 by david

LL sent word that Amazon is offering the Henckels International 13-Piece Knife Set with bonus cheese knife (oh happy day!) for just $39.99 with free shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Liquid Crystal Discounts Posted 12/12/03 by david

MonitorsDirect offers the Hitachi CML174 17" LCD Flat Panel (DVI/Analog) for only $399 with free shipping when you order with coupon codes "holidayhere" and "celebrate" (enter these coupons separately). Available in beige and silver. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Booming Bargain Posted 12/12/03 by david

eCOST.com is offering a set of Klipsch ProMedia 4.1 THX Surround Sound Speakers (refurb) for just $119+S/H. Features 400 watt total power. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Mas Memory Posted 12/12/03 by david

Newegg is offering the Buffalo Technology 256MB PC3200 DDR400 memory for just $37 with free shipping. I'm told these feature high quality Winbond chips. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Input Needed Posted 12/12/03 by david

Amazon has dropped their price on the Logitech MX500 Optical Mouse (7-button) to just $25.69 with free shipping after a $10 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

They've also got the Logitech Wingman Rumblepad for just $12.79+S/H. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Do More Reading Posted 12/12/03 by david

ColdzEro let me know that Circuit City is going to be offering the Sandisk 8-in-1 USB 2.0 Flash Media Reader for only $4.99 after $35 in rebates. Not posted online yet, but you can keep checking until the rebates are posted (item "SDDR8807").

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   Fire Sale Posted 12/12/03 by david

Darryl let me know that Akumen is offering a 3-Port Firewire800 IEEE1394b PCI adapter for just $67.95+S/H. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Game Time Posted 12/12/03 by david

Gogamer is offering Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for only $34.90+S/H in their latest 48 Hour Madness sale. Click here for the techdeal.

And they've got Beyond Good and Evil for just $27.99+S/H, while coupon code "GOFRODOGO" gets you 40% off the new title, Lord of the Rings: War of the Ring (PC). Click here for the techdeal.

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   Values in Video Posted 12/12/03 by david

Franklin let me know that Newegg is offering a Powercolor ATI Radeon 9600 Pro 128MB video card with DVI/TV-Out for only $159 with free FedEx shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

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   MP3s for a Song Posted 12/12/03 by david

Computers4Sure is offering the new Rio Cali Sport 256MB MP3 player for only $149 with free shipping after $15 off $150+ coupon code "LST232". Click Computers4Sure for the techdeal.

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   Buy of the Tiger Posted 12/12/03 by david

Tigerdirect is offering the XFX Geforce FX5200 128MB video card for just $59.99+S/H after a $5 rebate. Click Tigerdirect for the techdeal.

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   Video Marketing Posted 12/12/03 by david

LiveWarehouse is offering the ATI Radeon 9600 256MB DDR video card with TV-Out and DVI for just $109 with free shipping. Click here for the techdeal and search for "VGSA29400".

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   Please Pass the Depot Coupon... Posted 12/12/03 by david

Office Depot is offering a new coupon code "15813940 " good for 10% off your next technology purchase.

Coupon code "65431375" gets you 15% off non-tech items. Both coupons expire 12/15.

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   JVC on DVD Posted 12/12/03 by david

Amazon is offering the JVC XV-N44SL Progressive Scan DVD Player for just $44.84 with free shipping after a $20 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

And while you're there, check out the Palm Zire PDA going for just $39.88 after a $20 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Glorified G Posted 12/12/03 by david

CompUSA has got a Microsoft Wireless 802.11G Router for just $59.99 with penny shipping after a $20 rebate. Click here for the techdeal and search for "306583".

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   Maxtorage Posted 12/12/03 by david

Shawn sent word that Outpost is offering a Maxtor 160GB 8MB cache hard drive (ATA133) with a free HD cooler for just $89.99+S/H after a $30 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Unreal Deal Posted 12/12/03 by david

CompUSA has got Unreal II: The Awakening (PC) for just $9.99 with penny shipping. Comes with a free copy of Civilization II. Click here for the techdeal and search for "308428".

This could be a really nice deal, considering their releasing the Unreal II: XMP Pack which promises to beef up the multiplayer significantly.

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   Storage on a Stick Posted 12/12/03 by david

Amazon has got a Sony 256MB Memory Stick for just $71.40 with free shipping. Its a dual sided 256MB stick (128 x 2) so you can store separately on both sides. Click here for the techdeal.

They've also got a Lexar 256MB memory stick for $65.66 shipped.

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   Dell of Deal Posted 12/12/03 by david

Dell Small Business is offering a Dell Dimension 4600 2.66Ghz Desktop for only $399 with free shipping. Most components are fully customizable. Click here for the techdeal.

Plus, you get your choice of a Palm Zire 21 handheld, Dell A920 All-in-One Printer, or Largan Digital Camera for free with purchase.

    Features
  • Intel Pentium 4 2.66Ghz
  • 256MB DDR ($80 for 512)
  • Intel i865p motherboard (USB 2.0, AGP 8X, S-ATA)
  • 40GB hard drive, 48X CD-ROM ($50 for CD-RW)
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home
  • (ATI Radeon 9800 Pro is just a $200 upgrade = )

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   Fit to Print Posted 12/12/03 by david

Office Depot has some nice deals on Canon printers right now. They've got the Canon i470D Photo Inkjet for just $34.63 with free shipping after a $50 rebate and $15 off $75+ coupon code "31821170" (exp 12/31). Features a 4-in-1 flash media reader. Click here for the techdeal and search for "860923".

They've also got the Canon i560 Photo Inkjet for just $83.26 shipped after a $30 rebate and $15 off $75+ coupon code "31821170" (exp 12/31). Click here for the techdeal and search for "156367".

123Inkjets offers 3rd party and remanufactured ink cartridges at significant discounts. I personally get all my ink from them. And right now they're offering free shipping on all orders, and $2 off $25+ with coupon code "2OFF".

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   Micro Geek Posted 12/12/03 by david

ComputerGeeks.com has the refurbished Teac CD Player/Cassette Recorder Micro System w/Remote for just $44.50 and shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Chipotle Posted 12/12/03 by david

The Computer Geeks have got a box of 1000 ft. of CAT5e Ethernet Cable for just $43.15+S/H. Comes with RJ45 caps, cable tester, and crimper. Click here for the techdeal.

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   C'Mon, Get a MuVo Posted 12/12/03 by david

Zack let me know that Amazon has renewed their stock of Creative Labs 256MB MuVo NX MP3 Players for just $115.29 with free shipping after a $50 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Media Buyer Posted 12/12/03 by david

OfficeMax.com is offering an Imation 25 pk of DVD+R media for just $19.98 with free shipping after a $15 rebate. Click here for the techdeal and search for "20337743".

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   Home Box Office Posted 12/12/03 by david

Amazon has lowered their price on the Toshiba SD-43HT Progressive-Scan DVD Home Theater Package to just $234.99 with free shipping. Features a Progressive Scan DVD Player, 6 speaker system, and integrated Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic II decoding. Click here for the techdeal.

And they've also had a price drop on a Pair of Motorola T5820 2-Way Radios for just $24.99 with free shipping after a $25 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Blazing Burns Posted 12/12/03 by david

LiveWarehouse has dropped their price on the blazingly fast OptoRite 8X Dual Format DVD Burner (DVD+RW/-RW) for just $139.99 with free FedEx shipping. Click here for the techdeal and search for "DVOP33070".

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   Improve Your Memory! Posted 12/12/03 by david

Circuit City is offering the stick of Kingston 512MB PC2700 DDR memory for just $59.99 with free shipping after a $40 rebate. Click here for the techdeal and search for "KVR333512R".

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   If It's Good Enough for 007.... Posted 12/08/03 by seth

Amazon.com has the Norelco Spectra "James Bond's Shaver of Choice" on sale for just $159.99 and free shipping. Plus you qualify for a free grooming kit. Click here for the techdeal.

And the Canon i860 Photo Printer is on sale for just $139.99 shipped and you get a $20 gift certificate. And...buy it with a Canon digital camera and they'll throw in a $50 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

10% off at PrintPal for cheap cartridges.

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   PDA in Your Palm Posted 12/08/03 by seth

Palm.com has the new Palm Tungsten E Handheld for just $179 shipped after using 10% off coupon PMAG1. Search for "Tungsten E".

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   Geek Book Posted 12/08/03 by seth

ComputerGeeks.com has the refurbished ThinkPad A22E Celeron 800MHz 15GB 64MB 13.3" Notebook on sale for just $379.99 and shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Case the Joint Posted 12/08/03 by seth

CompUSA has the Antec Performance II 400W Case for just $79.99 after a $20 rebate (exp. 12/13) with penny shipping. Search for "297029".

And they've got the PlayStation 2 Bundle for just $179.99 with penny shipping after MIR's. You get the following extras, all Gaming Edge brand: Controller, DVD Remote, Surge Protector, Controller Extension Cable, Vertical Stand, 2.1 Speakers, CD Case, 6 AA Batteries. Search for "18491."

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   23:59 Posted 12/08/03 by seth

buy.com is offering the BenQ DC2300 2.1-MP Digital Camera for just $79.99 and shipping after a $30 rebate as the "Mistake of the Day." Click here for the techdeal.

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   Liquid Crystal Liquidation Posted 12/07/03 by david

Dell Small Business is offering the new Dell 2001FP 20.1" LCD Flat Panel Monitor for just $749.25 with free shipping after a 25% discount. Take advantage soon, not sure how long this one is gonna last. Click here for the techdeal.

Features 1600x1200 max res, 16ms response, analog/DVI, and 400:1 contrast ratio.

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   Bargain in Broadband Posted 12/07/03 by david

Amazon has got the Linksys Etherfast Cable Modem for just $39.99 with free shipping after a $30 rebate. Click here for the techdeal.

And Amazon offers a $20 Gift Certificate when you qualify for an Amazon Visa Card. Click here for the techdeal. Earn 3 points for every dollar spent at Amazon, 1 point for every dollar spent elsewhere. 2,500 points gets you a $25 gift certificate.

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   Just the Fax Posted 12/07/03 by david

BlossomChevy is offering a free CarFax vehicle history report. Click here for the techdeal.

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   MiniDV? Yeah, You Know Me Posted 12/07/03 by david

Dan M. let me know that Beach Camera is offering the JVC GR-D30 MiniDV Camcorder for just $286 with free FedEx shipping. Features 680,000 pixel CCD and 16X optical zoom. Click here for the techdeal.

ResellerRating: 9.25

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   Have Notebook, Will Travel Posted 12/07/03 by david

Meritline is offering a variety of Laptop Carrying Cases for just $19.99 with free shipping after 20% off coupon code "af-20offcase" (exp 12/24). Click here for the techdeal.

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   Mas Storage? Posted 12/07/03 by david

OfficeMax.com has got the Western Digital 160GB 8MB cache hard drive for only $79.98 with free shipping after $70 in rebates. Click here for the techdeal and search for "20683716".

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   Pixel Perfect Price Posted 12/07/03 by david

The Computer Geeks are offering the super slim Casio EX-S2 Exilim 2.0MP digital camera for just $159+S/H. Click here for the techdeal.

Here's a review @ Steve's.

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   Portable Productivity Posted 12/07/03 by david

Best Buy has got the Compaq Presario X1050US Centrino Notebook for only $949.99 with free shipping after $300 in rebates. Click here for the techdeal and search for "X1050US".

    Features
  • Intel Pentium-M 1.4Ghz Centrino
  • 256MB DDR
  • 15.4" Display, ATI Radeon 9200 graphics
  • 40GB hard drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home
  • 6.5 lbs

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   You Game? Posted 12/07/03 by david

Overstock has got Wild Arms 3 for the PS2 for just $9.99+S/H. New customers can take $5 off $10. Click here for the techdeal.

CompUSA is offering Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance (PS2) for just $15.99+S/H. Penny shipping on all products available from 12/6-12/13. Click here for the techdeal and search for "294306".

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   Movie Magic Posted 12/07/03 by david

Office Depot is offering buy 1, get 1 free on 25 packs of Verbatim DVD-R (item "584380") or Philips DVD+R (item "881218") media.

Add two to your cart, and use coupon code "84399791" to get the deal. Then use coupon code "57790388" for $10 off $50+. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Music on the Go Posted 12/07/03 by david

Amazon offers the Creative Labs MuVo NX 256MB MP3 player for just $115.29 with free shipping. Click here for the techdeal.

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   Save Power Posted 12/07/03 by david

Dell Small Business is offering the APC BackUPS RS800 UPS unit for just $71.37 with free shipping. Click here for the techdeal and search for "A0109559".

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   West Side Storage Posted 12/07/03 by david

Circuit City has got the Western Digital 120GB 8MB cache hard drive for just $59.99 with free shipping after $70 in rebates. Click here for the techdeal and search for "WD1200JBRTL".

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