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Getting this wireless night light/charger combo for $40 is a pretty bright idea. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
You want to wake up with your iPhone charged. And you want a soothing night light to set the perfect mood during your downtime. If that sounds like you, this night light charging station is your perfect iPhone accessory.
This near-mint condition iPad refurb is $154.97 and comes with accessories. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
We know new iPads are on the way, but the one thing we don’t expect at Apple’s May 7 event is a price cut. If you want a budget tablet, a refurbished iPad is the way to go. For a limited time, you can get a refurbished sixth-gen iPad for only $154.97, accessories included.
Save $52 on Pop-A-Shade, a pop-up tent that will protect you from the elements virtually anywhere. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
While it might seem a little dystopian, the Pop-A-Shade tent is an excellent way for techies to spend time outdoors while staying plugged in to their work or creative projects. Protection from water is great for laptops and tablets. And shade from the sun is essential for preventing eyeball strain and sunburns. This pop-up tent does it all … and it’s on sale, just in time for your sizzling summer.
Save $34 on these eco-friendly rechargeable batteries. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
If Earth Day got you thinking about ways to reduce your carbon footprint, check out these rechargeable batteries. They can prevent up to 2,000 disposable batteries from entering landfills — and save you hundreds of dollars in the process.
Plus, these batteries come with a twist. Unlike other rechargeables, you don’t need a clunky charging station. They recharge with an included four-way micro-USB cable you plug directly into them!
Experience retro gaming with $30 savings on this modern Atari console with tons of classic games. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
You don’t need to dust off your old Atari (if you even still owne it) or travel back in time to play your old favorite arcade games. This retro-inspired Atari console from My Arcade comes with officially licensed titles like Pong,Asteroids and more than 200 others.
And, dare we say, it’s also a bit cooler than the original.
Plus, it’s on sale. While the My Arcade Atari Game Station Pro regularly sells for $99.99, you can get a new, open-box model for only $69.99.
No, this flashlight isn't powered by a raging fire! Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
You might already own a flashlight, but how many tricks does it know? Is it solar-powered? Can it serve as a power bank for your devices? Does it offer a fireplace simulator? Yeah, we didn’t think so. Well, this solar flashlight can do all three.
And it’s all wrapped into one portable (and very affordable) gadget. That’s right, this multi-use flashlight costs just $39.99. Compared to its regular price of $62.99, that’s a 36% discount.
Charge your car and your phone with this $69.99 jump starter. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Whether it’s in your phone or in your car, a dead battery is a problem. Luckily, it’s one you can solve. The Type S is a 12V jump starter and power bank you can use to charge your mobile or jump-start a car battery.
And during this sale, it costs a lot less than calling a tow truck. Normally, the Type S goes for $119. But for a limited time, you can get one for just $69.99.
Skip coding and start creating with this sale-priced site builder. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Ready to take control of your personal branding and make yourself a desirable candidate for jobs and other opportunities by building a jaw-dropping website? You can do it with the Mobirise No-Code Website Builder MegaPack Bundle.
This easy-to-use platform lets you whip up excellent websites with no coding experience. And it’s on sale now for just $79.97.
Why pay more for cloud storage? Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
It sucks when you see the dreaded message that your iPhone or Mac is running out of storage space. Fortunately, you can solve that problem with this cloud storage deal. You’ll pay less than $25 to get 100GB of Amaryllo Cloud secure storage for life.
Accomplish insightful reads in limited time with this discounted subscription to 12min. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Whether you read to unwind, learn or simply keep yourself entertained, finding time to cross books off your reading list can be challenging while dealing with everyday life. If you can’t invest time to cuddle up with a good book, a book summary service like 12min can keep you up to speed with your reading goals. It serves up microbooks in multiple genres that you can plow through in just 12 minutes!
These book summaries let you absorb big ideas and key concepts from bestsellers at a rapid pace. And for a limited time, you can get lifetime access to 12min for just $34.99 (regularly $362.97).
This radio can pick up signals from around the world, and it's only $149.99. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
A radio might feel old-fashioned, but it’s still a great way to stay connected with the world without needing an internet connection. A good multiband radio can play music riding the airwaves from other countries or tune into emergency broadcasts when the power goes out and the internet goes dark.
Give your Switch gaming experience style with these wireless controllers with RGB lights, now $31. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
The Nintendo Switch is a great on-the-go gaming experience, yet the standard Joy-Con controllers can leave a lot to be desired. Fortunately, you don’t need to continue gaming with the stock controller. This RGB Nintendo Switch controller can light up your gaming with extra flair and turbo buttons.
Speak the local language wherever you go with these translation earbuds. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
If you’re planning an international vacation this year, and don’t know the local language(s), you might want to pack a translator. The Mymanu Clik S translation earbuds make it easy to talk to new people you meet in their language.
They look and work like ordinary high-quality wireless earbuds, but they double as instant translators for 37 languages. And right now, you can get a pair of these translation earbuds for only $89.97 (regularly $157).
You don't need ink to print with this $70 pocket printer. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
The PoooliPrint is a pocket printer that doesn’t require ink to print out images, notes, checklists and other items. It connects to iPhones and Android devices via Bluetooth, and quickly spits out thermal prints at the tap of a touchscreen.
This pro tablet from 2016 might be on Apple’s vintage list, but it’s still quite capable for certain tasks. Plus, it comes with some handy accessories. And at this price — less than half the retail price of the current regular iPad — it’s still a deal!
Keep your favorite knives cutting their best with the Angle Pro Knife Sharpener, now less than $60. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
When it comes to knives, a dull blade can make even simple tasks a pain. Whether you’re prepping meals for the whole family, or just a casual home cook, a proper at-home knife sharpener can ensure you get the most out of your blades.
This two-pack of cleaning pens for earbuds, smartphones and other gadgets costs just $15. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Don’t let earwax, dust and dirt foul your AirPods. You can keep things pristine with a specialized deep-cleaning tool that works on Apple’s earbuds and other devices without destroying them. And you won’t destroy your wallet, either, because this AirPod cleaner is on sale now at an outrageous discount.
For a limited time, this versatile AirPods cleaning tool currently comes in a two-pack for only $11.99 (regularly $29) with code ENJOY20.
Get expert analytics for your stock portfolio with this $119.99 tool. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
Dealing with an investment portfolio can be scary. What factors should you look for in a promising stock? When is the right time to sell? These are all questions that require research, but a stock-screening service like Tykr can make those sorts of decisions easy.
It’s a great tool that cuts through the math to deliver straightforward advice for today’s investors. And it’s not just for times when the market is flying high: Savvy investors can make money even when the market is down or going sideways.
Monitor your children's iPhone activity 24/7 with mSpy. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
The internet is massive, weird and full of things nobody should see, let alone children. However, as wild as the internet may be, it is also a resource your kids will need to get familiar with, especially for school. To balance those two things, you need a parental control app for iPhone like mSpy. (It works for Android devices as well.)
The stealthy spy app lets parents track their children’s online activity, including texts, calls and GPS. For a limited time, you can get a lifetime of mSpy for just $119.99 with code ENJOY20. That’s a massive discount off the regular price of $1,079.82.
This ultra-lightweight Bluetooth tracker now has 20% off. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
If you’ve ever misplaced your house keys, wallet or backpack, you know how stressful it can be. Fortunately, you can eradicate this experience with a Nut Mini tracker. This inexpensive Bluetooth tracking tag works a bit like our favorite tracker (Apple’s AirTag, natch) — but costs a lot less.
Bluetooth trackers prove super-helpful when it comes to ensuring all your items remain safe and whatever the opposite of “lost” is. And the Nut Mini is undoubtedly one of the more affordable options. Through April 7, you can snag this nifty gadget for only $11.99 with code SECURE20.
Call off the random texts and unwelcome calls by using a Hushed private phone line.
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Sometimes you need to call co-workers, businesses, Craigslist sellers — all sorts of people you might not want having access to your personal phone number and the ability to reach you at all hours of the day. There’s nothing wrong with wanting a little privacy, and with a Hushed private phone line, you can get that privacy without getting a whole new iPhone.
Save big on a tiny Wi-Fi camera you can use to capture video in practically any situation. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
You can’t see everything. If you’re out of the house, you might miss a package delivery. On the road, you might not see the person who cut you off in traffic. You might not even notice an animal right in front of you during a hike. But you can capture practically anything on video with Tokk Cam C2+ — a combination bodycam, dashcam and security camera.
You can mount this 1.5-inch Wi-Fi camera discreetly on your clothes, your dashboard or at home. And for a limited time, you can get one for just $48.79 with code SECURE20.
Study guides for CompTIA, Salesforce and more are now an additional 20% off. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
If you want a successful career in IT, you need the proper certifications. This limited-time deal on CompTIA study guides will help you rack up those crucial IT certifications and broaden your horizons. Through April 7, you can get a lifetime subscription to The CompTIA and IT Exam Study Guides Training for an extra 20% off with code SECURE20.
That drops the price to just $23.99 (regularly $259). You’ll gain a lifetime of lessons on CompTIA and IT topics including Amazon Web Services, Salesforce, Microsoft Azure and much more.
Upgrade your audio experience with these noise-canceling JBL earbuds. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
For a reliable pair of noise-canceling earbuds, you don’t have to turn to Apple. There are other brands that are trusted in the audio world — for instance, JBL. Ideal for anyone looking for high-quality noise cancellation, these wireless JBL Tune Flex Ghost Edition earbuds are currently discounted to only $59.99 (regularly $99.95).
They’re affordable thanks to their open box status, which simply means that these were likely excess inventory that may have come into contact with customers but have not been purchased or used. They’re certified to have been inspected and confirmed as in like-new condition. (They’ve also been placed in clean packaging.)
Don't settle for knockoffs: These JBL earbuds are less than $60. Photo: Cult of Mac Deals
This JBL earbuds sale lets you get the wireless earbuds for only $60. These well-reviewed noise-canceling earbuds are highly rated for their bass-heavy sound and long battery life.
This deal is “open box,” which means it’s excess inventory. They could have been a display set that sat on a store shelf. But aside from being removed from the original packaging, these earbuds are certified as new. The packaging might show some wear or have extra stickers, but the gear itself is in prime condition.