As we come down to crunch time to find the perfect presents, here are a few deals that would make perfect stocking stuffers. Along with being cool, they’ll save you some hard-earned cash along the way. If you haven’t nailed down that hardware purchase, we have a $1,750 MacBook Pro featuring a 2.66 GHz Core 2 Duo and 17-inch screen. Every indication points to the iPod touch being another popular gift this year. To protect that investment, we have a crystal hardcase (for 2nd gen touches) for just 39 cents. After all that clicking and wrapping, how about a present that costs zilch? Apple has unveiled their latest batch of App Store freebies, including JingleToe, a Mistletoe simulator.
For details on all these gift suggestions and even more deals, check out CoM’s “Daily Deals” page after the jump.
MacMall.com offers the Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6GHz 17″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MB512LL/A, for $1,999.99. This $250 mail-in rebate cuts the price to $1,749.99. (With around $14 for shipping, that’s $1,150 less than Apple’s original selling price and the best deal we could find for this particular configuration.) It features an Intel T7800 Core 2 Duo 2.6GHz dual-core processor, 17″ 1920×1200 LED-backlit glossy display, 2GB RAM, 200GB 7200 rpm Serial ATA hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT 512MB video card, built-in iSight camera, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, and more. Deal ends December 31.
Meritline.com offers the Crystal Hard Case for Apple iPod Touch 2nd Generation for $1.99. Apply coupon code “MLC188172121484NL1” to drop it to 39 cents. (With free shipping, it’s over $2 off and the lowest total price we’ve seen for such a case.)
This item likely will not arrive in time for Christmas.
Below are downloads of several free applications available for a limited time from Apple’s App Store, with price drops from $1 to $3. The apps:
GravBall: Accelerometer-based puzzle game
360 Live: Xbox Live client
iWore: Wardrobe tracking
Cyclic Dial: Automatic redialer
JingleToe (pictured): Mistletoe simulator
TanSafe: Tanning assistance
Buy.com via eBay offers the TRENDnet 802.11n Wireless-N Broadband Router, model no. TEW-652BRP, for $24.95 with free shipping. (That’s a buck under our August mention and the lowest total price we could find by $9.) This Draft 2 router features four Ethernet ports and two 2dBi dipole antennas. Deal ends December 17 at 1 am ET.
Adorama once again offers the Altec Lansing BackBeat Pro Noise-Isolating Earphones, model no. UHP606, for $24.95 with free shipping. (That’s tied with our mention from last week as $14 under our September mention and the lowest total price we’ve seen.) These earphones include an 8-piece fit kit with ultra-comfort neoprene ear tips.
Walmart offers the Westport Small Charging Station, model no. 964210/63WM, for $19. (With 97 cents for shipping, or free Site-to-Store, it’s the lowest total price we could find for such an item.) Sales tax is added where applicable. This station hides the cords of your iPhone, MP3 player, or other devices while they charge. It also holds other small items, such as coins, keys, glasses, and more.
Buy.com offers the Ultimate Ears Metro.fi 200 Stereo Earphones, model no. IP-P2SSB0004-02, for $19.99. (With free shipping, that’s $5 off our last mention and the lowest total price we could find, this time by $37.) These lightweight earphones includes a case and additional ear tips.
Circuit City offers the Sony BRAVIA XBR9 52″ 240Hz 1080p Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. KDL52XBR9, bundled with Sony BRAVIA 5.1-Channel Home Theater System, model no. HT-SS360, and the Sony BDP-N460 Blu-ray Disc Player for $1,999.97 with free shipping. (That’s $345 under the lowest total price we could find for these items if purchased separately elsewhere.)
The HDTV features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 240Hz refresh rate, 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, Ethernet and USB 2.0 connectivity, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs. The home theater system features 143 watts per channel into four satellite speakers and a center-channel speaker. It also includes a 285-watt subwoofer, AM/FM tuner, 1080p DVD upscaling, HDMI output, and more. The Blu-ray player features HDMI with DVD upconversion, as well as component video outputs, and USB connectivity. It can also stream content from Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand, YouTube, and more via the built-in Ethernet port, and is BD-Live ready.
Today only, DealsClick.com offers the Maxell Jelleez Earbuds in Red or Green for free. (With $4.99 for shipping, that’s a buck under our August mention and the lowest total price we could find by $10.) These soft gel ear pieces are compatible with most portable CD, DVD, MP3, and iPod players.
TigerDirect.com offers the factory-refurbished Canon VIXIA HG20 60GB Hard Drive HD Camcorder, model no. 3085B001, for $449.99. Pay via Google Checkout and the price drops to $444.99. (With free shipping, it’s $155 under the lowest total price we could find for a new, factory-sealed unit.) It features 1920×1080 (1080p) video capture, an SD/SDHC card slot, 12x optical zoom, 2.7″ LCD, HDMI output, and more. Deal ends December 17. A 3-month Canon warranty applies.
