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Best Laptop Deals: Cheapest Ivy Bridge Dell 13z, Blu-ray Desktop Replacement

This week's top laptop deals include the cheapest Ivy Bridge Dell Inspiron 13z we've seen, a Blu-ray-toting desktop replacement HP ENVY, and a touchscreen capable 14" Asus VivoBook.

Tuesday Morning Jolt: Best Price Ever on Google Nexus 7 32GB, Free Doc App

Who says you can't have cake for breakfast? We're enjoying some half-price gluten-free Betty Crocker mixes, along with an incredible all-time price low on a refurbished Google Nexus 7 32GB, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Mobile Checkout in Stores Could Pressure Customers to Overspend

After decades of ringing up customers' purchases on cash registers, retailers are now turning to tablets to check out shoppers. But this new system may have some major drawbacks for customers who easily feel pressured to make purchases.

Tuesday Morning Jolt: Cheapest Core i7 13" Ultrabook, Stubble Trimmer for $15

The only way to beat those "is it really only Tuesday?" blues is with your very own bouncy house at an all-time price low, followed by the best price we've ever seen for a 13" Ultrabook with a Core i7 CPU, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Friday Morning Jolt: Price Drop on HP Chromebook, PUR Filter 4-Pack for $21

Friday is finally upon us, and we're celebrating the end of the week with the best price we've seen for any 55" 3D LED LCD HDTV, a big price drop on an HP Pavilion 14" Chromebook, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Windows 8 Sales Are Terrible, But That's Great News for Laptop Deals

Windows 8 isn't doing so hot. The touch-based operating system hasn't been popular with consumers, and as a result, Microsoft is now discounting manufacturer licenses for the OS. So what do you get when you mix these discounts with low adoption rates from the public? Insanely good laptop deals, that's what!

Best Laptop Deals: Cheapest ASUS Ultrabook, a Dell That Rivals MacBook Air

This week's top laptop deals include discounts on 5 ultrabooks, including a well-equipped Dell XPS 13 for $999, a new all-time low on Vizio's 1080p ultrabook, and a touchscreen Windows 8 ultrabook from Dell for $750.

Apple Pulls the Plug on Its eBay Store, No Longer Selling Refurbs for Less

dealnews discovered last month that Apple was apparently selling refurbished goods for less via a mysterious eBay store. Apple-philes were thrilled, but it now seems that this eBay experiment is no longer.

Friday Morning Jolt: All-Time Low iPad mini, Price Drop on Tiger Woods Game

Take a deep sigh of relief: It's Friday! You made it through another work week! Reward yourself by checking out an all-time low price for the 64GB iPad mini, a snuggly deal on a "mink" throw, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning.

Best Laptop Deals: Editors' Choice Sony VAIO, 21:9 Toshiba Satellite from $400

This week's top laptop deals include an all-time low on the energy-efficient Sony VAIO AMD E2-1800, Vizio's 1080p ultrabook, and a 21:9 aspect ratio Toshiba ultrabook.

Wednesday Morning Jolt: Cheapest 12" Sony VAIO, Inflatable Furniture, more

Wish you had something to relax in while enjoying the Morning Jolt? Get yourself an inflatable chaise and ottoman for only $27, as well as the least expensive 11.6" Sony VAIO laptop we've ever seen, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

dealnews Price Trends: When to Buy a Mac

Contrary to popular belief, scoring deals on newly-released Apple products isn't difficult. Sure, you'll need a little patience, but waiting for those initial discounts could save you a decent chunk of change. Here's all you need to know about the best time to buy Apple products.

Swipe or Type: Get the Best of Both Worlds with an HP Hybrid

The HP ENVY x2 11.6" Convertible Touchscreen Laptop is a strong addition to the hybrid world with its above-average design, snappy tablet performance, and all-day battery life. But is the ENVY x2 the ultimate hybrid, or another contender in an already-crowded arena? We pored over a wealth of reviews from well-respected tech sites to see how the bite-size offering from HP stacks up.

Best Laptop Deals: 3 Windows 8 Hybrids from $499, $99 off Vizio's HD Ultrabook

Thursday Morning Jolt: Refurb ASUS 10" 32GB Tablet for $194, Multitool Sale

Stick on a pot of coffee and gather round, it's time for our Thursday Morning Jolt, featuring one of the best prices we've ever seen on the ASUS Transformer 10" 32GB Android tablet, a power inverter that puts a wall outlet in your car, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Best Laptop Deals: All-Time Low Retina MacBook & Ivy Bridge Dell Inspiron 15

This week's top laptop deals include an all-time low on the 15" MacBook Pro Retina, a super-charged IdeaPad Y400 with a 2GB graphics card, and the cheapest Core i5-based Dell Inspiron 15 we've seen.

Apple Undercuts Apple, Offers Refurbs for Up to $100 Less on Its eBay Store

Late last year, it was discovered that Apple was discreetly selling its refurbished wares through eBay, at the exact same prices. But today, dealnews found that several of the items have dropped to prices that are lower than what the Apple Store charges directly — and in some cases, by a significant margin. What gives?

Sony VAIO Laptop Reviews: The Pros & Cons to 4 Different VAIO Models

The Sony VAIO turns 15 this year, and the brand is still going strong. To celebrate the model's success, we've compiled reviews on four VAIO series that are consistently available at budget-friendly prices. Which Sony VAIO laptop is right for you?

Best Laptop Deals: All-Time Low on 2 Windows 8 Laptop / Tablet Hybrids

This week's top laptop deals include an all-time low on the HP ENVY x2 laptop / tablet hybrid, new price drops on the 15" MacBook Pro Retina, and a new low on ASUS' dual-screen Windows 8 hybrid, the Taichi.

Tuesday Morning Jolt: $75 off Windows Computers, up to 70% off Sealy Bedding

We can see this is shaping up to be a great day. Already, Windows fans get an extra $75 off PC laptops, desktops, and tablets at Staples, there's been a $40 price drop on the Samsung Bluetooth audio dock, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Best Laptop Deals: Cheapest Ever Lenovo G580, ASUS 11" Touch Ultraportable

This week's top laptop deals include an all-time low on the Lenovo Essential G580, the cheapest 11.6" ASUS touchscreen ultraportable we've seen, and a new low on Lenovo's NVIDIA-based IdeaPad Yoga 11.

Tuesday Morning Jolt: Logitech Cube Mouse Price Low, PC Games for $0, more

No, you're not still dreaming — we really did find a selection of 1-year magazine subscriptions for free, a $10 price drop on the Logitech Cube Mouse since Cyber Monday, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Best Laptop Deals: Cheapest MacBook Pro Retina and Touch-Enabled XPS 12

This week's top laptop deals include a new all-time low on Apple's 15" MacBook Pro Retina laptop, Dell's highly-praised XPS 12 touchscreen ultrabook, and the least-expensive Alienware M17x desktop replacement we've seen.

Thursday Morning Jolt: $170 Drop on Refurb MacBook Pro, Free Office iOS App

Happy Valentine's Day, deal lovers! Today we are head over heels for a $170 price drop on one of Apple's refurbished MacBook Pro 13" Retina laptops, up to 88% off a big selection of Warner Bros. Blu-rays and DVDs, and more in today's list of five Editors' Choice deals that we found overnight and early this morning

Best Laptop Deals: Cheapest 17" Toshiba, Media-centric ThinkPad from Lenovo

This week's top laptop deals include an Editors' Choice desktop replacement from Toshiba, a multimedia-centric IdeaPad from Lenovo, and a budget Inspiron 15 from Dell.

Best Laptop Deals: Editors' Choice Touch Win 8 Laptop, a Dell That Tops Apple

This week's top laptop deals include an Editors' Choice touchscreen Windows 8 Acer laptop, Lenovo's new ThinkPad tablet / ultrabook hybrid, and another low on Alienware's M14x gaming rig.

Does Anyone Actually Need a 128GB iPad?

On Tuesday, Apple announced that it would start selling its fourth-generation iPad with a 128GB storage capacity, doubling the size of the previously-largest model. But do consumers really need this upgrade? And by extension, is it worth the extra money?

Alternatives to Microsoft's Surface Pro: Affordable Slates and Ultraportables

Microsoft's Surface Pro tablets are slated to arrive February 9, priced starting at $899. But these are these souped-up tablets worth their hefty price tag? Consider these ultraportable and tablet alternatives before you buy.

iPad mini Refurbs Will Hit the Apple Store in May at Sub-$300 Prices

As we close in on the iPad mini's 3-month anniversary, consumers are beginning to wonder when the first iPad mini refurbs will arrive and what kind of discount they'll offer. To predict their potential price, we turned to our deal archives and looked at refurb discounts that previous iPads have received.

Protect Private Information This Holiday Season with Hotspot Shield Elite

The convenience of online shopping has been a staple in the retail landscape for years, but this holiday season has demonstrated that consumers are increasingly turning to the Internet for their retail needs. Shoppers may thus feel compelled to further protect their private information, and a virtual private network like Hotspot Shield can do just that.

Will the Microsoft Surface Tablet Go the Way of the BlackBerry PlayBook?

Microsoft is in trouble. Despite its aggressive marketing campaign, sales of its new Surface RT tablet are well below expectations. However, Microsoft's troubles could spell good news for consumers as high inventory of an ailing Surface RT could spark a flurry of deals — just like it did for the BlackBerry PlayBook.

If AMD Collapses, Consumers Might Have Fewer Budget Computer Options

Last week, news began to spread that AMD might have to shutter its doors, as it has been failing to effectively compete with its main rival, Intel. If AMD folds, it could have a big impact on the prices that consumers will pay for computers, especially laptops.
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