Today’s best technology offerings: Apple’s M1 Mac Mini, Xbox controllers and more

Today’s best technology offerings: Apple’s M1 Mac Mini, Xbox controllers and more

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Today's best technology offerings: Apple's M1 Mac Mini, Xbox controllers and more

Ars Technica

Today’s Dealmaster is marked by a modest but notable discount on the latest Apple Mac Mini, which currently stands at $ 649 on Amazon and B&H. That’s not a big $ 50 discount, but it’s a $ 10 discount on the lowest price we’ve seen and a good price for a small desktop PC equipped with Apple’s powerful M1 chip. You will have to be fine with a modest 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage and relatively limited port options – two Thunderbolt 3 ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI 2.0 port and an Ethernet connector – but if you just want to provide to your home office a Mac for basic tasks, the Mac Mini is great for what it is, and this deal can help you save a few dollars on Apple’s most affordable option.

Elsewhere, our round of business offers remarkable discounts on Microsoft’s latest Xbox controllers for Xbox Series X consoles | S and PC, a Logitech wireless gaming mouse that we previously recommended, successful video games like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Ori and the Will of the Wisps, and more. You can check the full summary below.

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The 10 best deals of the day

  • Apple Mac Mini (model 2020) – Apple M1, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD for $ 649 on Amazon and B&H (usually $ 699).
  • Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X | S and PC to $ 49.99 at Microsoft and Walmart (typically $ 60).
  • Logitech G305 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse for $ 39.99 on Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy (usually $ 47).
  • Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (PS5, PS4, Xbox) for $ 34.99 on Amazon (free next-generation upgrade – typically $ 55).
  • Ori and the Will of the Wisps (Xbox, digital) for $ 9.89 on Microsoft and Steam (also on Xbox Game Pass – typically $ 25).
  • LG CX 65 inch (model 2020) 4K HDR OLED TV for $ 1,996.99 on Amazon (usually $ 2,150).
  • Tribit StormBox Micro Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $ 34.99 on Amazon ($ 10 coupon clip and use the code: W8VIEQDYB– normally $ 50).
  • Sony WH-1000XM4 Bluetooth noise canceling headphones for $ 278 on Amazon, B&H and Adorama (usually $ 325).
  • Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Bluetooth noise canceling headphones for $ 42.39 on Amazon (usually $ 60).
  • RavPower RP-PC112 61W USB-C PD wall charger for $ 19.99 at RavPower (use the code: 112GAN– normally $ 28).
The Apple Mac Mini 2020, equipped M1.
Extend / The Apple Mac Mini 2020, equipped M1.

Samuel Axon

Offers for laptops and desktop PCs

  • 27-inch Gigabyte M27Q game monitor – 2560 x 1440, 170 Hz, IPS, FreeSync for $ 329.99 on Amazon, B&H and Best Buy (usually $ 360).
  • Apple Mac Mini (model 2020) – Apple M1, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD for $ 649 on Amazon and B&H (usually $ 699).
  • Microsoft Surface Go laptop – Intel Core i5-1035G1, 12.4 inch 1536×1024, 8 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD for $ 649 on Amazon (usually $ 700).
  • WD Black SN850 (500 GB) M.2 NVMe internal SSD for $ 119.99 on Amazon (usually $ 150).
  • Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse Bluetooth Mouse for $ 23.49 on Amazon (usually $ 32).
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Extend / Ori and the Will of the Wisps is an excellent action platform game with impressive art style.

Video game offers

  • Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (PS5, PS4, Xbox) for $ 34.99 on Amazon (free next-generation upgrade – typically $ 55).
  • Ori and the Will of the Wisps (Xbox, digital) for $ 9.89 on Microsoft and Steam (also on Xbox Game Pass – usually $ 25).
  • Immortals Fenyx Rising (PS4, Xbox, Switch) for $ 29.88 on Amazon and GameStop (free next generation update – typically $ 40).
  • Desperados III (PS4, Xbox) for $ 19.99 on GameStop (usually $ 30).
  • Watch Dogs: Legion (PS5, PS4, Xbox) for $ 25 on Amazon and GameStop (free next generation update – typically $ 45).
  • Resident Evil 2 (PS4) for $ 19.93 on Amazon and Walmart (usually $ 25).
  • Dead cells (Xbox, PS4, Switch, PC) for $ 12.49 on Microsoft, PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop and Steam (typically $ 25).
  • Mortal Kombat 11: Ultimate Edition (PS5, Xbox) for $ 39.99 on Amazon (usually $ 55).
  • Final Fantasy VII Remake (PS4) for $ 30 on Amazon and Walmart (usually $ 40).
  • The Last of Us Part II (PS4) for $ 29.83 on Amazon and Walmart (available for $ 20 used on GameFly – usually $ 38).
  • Doom Eternal (PS4, Xbox) for $ 17.99 on GameFly (also on Xbox Game Pass – usually $ 30).
  • Puyo Puyo Tetris 2: launch edition (Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox) for $ 29.99 on Amazon (usually $ 40).
  • Mafia: Definitive Edition (PS4, Xbox) for $ 29.97 on Amazon (usually $ 40).
  • Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Change to $ 14.96 at Walmart (usually $ 25).
  • Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (Change to $ 49.94 on Amazon (usually $ 60).
The Logitech G305 Lightspeed is one of our favorite wireless gaming mice.
Extend / The Logitech G305 Lightspeed is one of our favorite wireless gaming mice.

Valentina Palladino

Game Deals

The Sonos Beam smart sound bar.
Extend / The Sonos Beam smart sound bar.

Jeff Dunn

TV offers and home entertainment

Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones.
Extend / Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones.

Jeff Dunn

Electronics Deals

The Apple Watch Series 6.
Extend / The Apple Watch Series 6.

Corey Gaskin

Smart home device offerings

The Apple Magic Keyboard with a 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2020.
Extend / The Apple Magic Keyboard with a 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2020.

Samuel Axon

Miscellaneous accessories and businesses

  • Apple Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Pro (2nd generation) and iPad Air (4th generation) for $ 199 on Amazon and Walmart (usually $ 289).
  • Anker Wireless Charger PowerWave Pad Qi – 10W Galaxy / iPhone 7.5 W for $ 9.34 on Amazon (usually $ 12).
  • Prime only: Aukey Omnia Mini PA-B1 20W USB-C PD wall charger for $ 10.12 on Amazon (clip 25% coupon– normally $ 15).
  • RavPower RP-PC112 61W USB-C PD wall charger for $ 19.99 at RavPower (use the code: 112GAN– normally $ 28).
  • Samsung EVO Select microSDXC card (512 GB) – UHS-I, U3 for $ 64.99 on Amazon and Samsung (usually $ 75).

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