It turns out that his hobby 9to5Mac.com blog was always his favorite and in 2011 he went full time adding his Fortune Google followers to 9to5Google.com and adding the style and commerce component gadgetnewsonline.com gear and deals site. In 2013, Weintraub bought one of the Tesla’s first Model S EVs off the assembly line and so began his love affair with the Electric Vehicle and green energy which in 2014 turned into electrek.co.
In 2018, DroneDJ was born to cover the burgeoning world of drones and UAV’s led by China’s DJI.
From 1997-2007, Weintraub was a Global IT director and Web Developer for a number of companies with stints at multimedia and branding agencies in Paris, Los Angeles, New York, Sydney, Hong Kong, Madrid and London before becoming a publisher/blogger.
Seth received a bachelors degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Southern California with a minor in Multimedia and Creative Technology in 1997. In 2004, he received a Masters from NYU’s Tisch School of the Art’s ITP program.
Hobbies: Weintraub is a licensed single engine private pilot, certified open water scuba diver and spent over a year traveling to 60 cities in 23 countries. Whatever free time exists is now guaranteed to his lovely wife and two amazing sons.
Update: Upway has graciously offered an exclusive to Electrek readers: $100 off a purchase of $500+ with code ELECTREK
Upway is a Gennevilliers, France-based startup ebike reseller with a super interesting sales model. The company takes overstock new ebikes from manufacturers, last year’s or floor models from bike stores, and even buys ebikes online (maybe yours!) to refurbish and sell at a 20-60% discount with a one-year warranty. It recently opened a US location in Brooklyn to add to its Paris and Berlin warehouse locations and invited us by for a visit…
As summer approaches, so does weekend golfing. I’m a 10-plus times a year golfer and have been relying on a set of economical $300 Callaway Stratas that I pulled off an Amazon Gold box a few years ago. This summer, I’m hoping to up my mid-range game and Wilson had the answer: The $649 Wilson D9 Irons (or Amazon) that increase range without sacrificing accuracy. Here’s how it went.
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I’m usually a Mac user and have been for decades. But my son wanted to build a PC so he could compete with his online friends in high power games during the Pandemic. For just over $1,000 and a ton of time, he built a mean PC.
I’m now jealous and want to play Flight Simulator 2020 and some other games but don’t have the time to meticulously pick through the perfect build parts. Thankfully the whole package, including the gaudy RGB Frostblade fans configurable with PredatorSense App that make him jealous, are available in just a click or, if you are short on time before Christmas, a trip to Costco.
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First world problem, I know, but I often find myself running out of room on my iMac’s 27-inch 5K display. I like to have things like Twitter, messages, Discord, music, or Slack kind of running off to the side while I’m hammering away on articles or paperwork. Also, I wanted something to play games on when work time was over.
Home Depot offers the RYOBI 18V Electric Leaf Blower for $79 shipped. This is the tool-only listing. That’s good for $20 off the regular price and a new all-time low on this Home Depot exclusive. Featuring “gas-like power”, you can count on over 150MPH speeds along with a variable speed trigger. It ships with a battery and charger. Rated 4.2/5 stars by over 4,500 Home Depot reviewers.
Home Depot offers the Snow Joe 21-inch Cordless Electric Snow Blower Kit for $299.99 shipped. That’s down from the original $450 price tag and regular $400 or more going rate. This model arrives with a 21-inch width, which is a nice size for basic cleanups, sidewalks, and smaller driveways. The great thing about this bundle is that you’ll receive two 4Ah batteries as well, which is a big benefit of this kit. You don’t want to get caught running out of juice midway through your snow blowing session, so having a pair of batteries on-hand is another bonus. You’ll also receive a dual battery charger, so you can power up both at the same time. Best of all? No oil or gas to fuss with. Rated 4/5 stars.
AnkerDirect via Amazon offers its Powerhouse 200 Portable Generator for $195.99 shipped. As a comparison, it typically goes for $230. Ships with a 57600mAh internal battery and designated USB-C and A ports, plus DC and AC connectivity. Ideal if you need to power-up drones, your MacBook, and more while on-the-go. Rated 4.3/5 stars.
Head below for more deals on eneloop AAA rechargeable batteries, smart outlets and $.72 LED lighting, and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals.
Labor Day weekend is arguably the best time to buy a new car. Closing a deal any earlier may mean missing out on deep year-end discounts, but waiting too long often could result in missed opportunity as depleting inventory of old stock limits selection and availability. Our weekly updated survey of the best EV leases and best New EV discounts will help any shoppers out there hoping to score a great deal on a new electric vehicle. Even if one of the highlighted dealer/deals isn’t located nearby, you can use these prices to talk a local dealer down.
Home Depot offers the Nature Power 110W Solar Panel with Charger for $88.88. Today’s deal is over $80 off the original price and down $60 from the regular going rate. This solar panel includes everything you need to get started, such as an 11-amp charge controller, cables, and more. It’s designed to be used in tandem with a variety of products, including outdoor setups, RVs, boats, and more. Ships with a 25-year warranty. Rated 4/5 stars.
Costco offers the Rachio 3 Smart 12-zone Sprinkler Controller for $179.99 shipped. Today’s deal is down from the usual $250 price tag. The latest Rachio smart sprinkler controller helps you save money and water by up to 50% thanks to an automated scheduling system. Leveraging built-in weather tracking technology, it will bypass “unnecessary watering with features like rain skip, wind skip, freeze skip, and more.” Rachio also touts an easy to install design, which typically takes around 30 minutes. Leverage the smartphone app to track your watering and other settings over time. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
Editor’s note: Tested with gadgetnewsonline is a new series focused on everyday accessories and essentials to take your setup to the next level, starting with the new Anker PowerExpand Elite Dock. Have a product you’d like to see us review? Sound off in the comment section below!
If I have one major gripe about Apple’s MacBook lineup, it is that their webcams are way too “potato” for $1,000 machines. I get it, there isn’t much depth in their razor-thin displays to fit a good camera module, but with a lot more Zoom/Skype/Hangout/Meet/etc calls during the past months, I wanted to see if a low-cost $30 Wansview 1080p upgrade would improve the situation.
Home Depot offers the RYOBI 18V ONE+ Electric Power Cleaner with two batteries for $99 shipped. That’s down from the usual $180 price tag and the best we’ve seen by $40. Ditch the gas and oil pressure washer this year for a truly cordless electric model. It’s a great way to cleanup around your house without breaking the bank. There’s also a 3-in-1 nozzle design, which offers three different modes for just the right job. Rated 4.7/5 stars.
PioneerOne via Amazon offers the BALDR Portable Power Station with Solar for $221.99 shipped when promo code TNXALLWA is applied during checkout. That’s down from the usual $280 price tag and the best we’ve tracked in 2020. This model delivers everything you need for a portable generator, including multiple USB ports, AC and DC compatibility, and the option to connect your solar panel. It has 330W of total power output on 297Wh of storage, and you can use it to juice up small refrigerators and the like in an emergency. Rated 4.7/5 stars.
Talk about big numbers in a small (570g) package: 48 Megapixel camera which shares the Sony IMX586 sensor with recent flagship smartphones. Add the ability to record 4K video at 60 frames per second, which is double the framerate of the big brother Mavic 2 Pro.
There’s a lot more to this, so read on as we bring you exclusive footage and takes below:
There are a ton of top tier 1080P projectors on the market, including some heavy-hitters like Epson, Sony, and Panasonic that can cost up to $1,000 or more. But do you need to spend that much money to get a top tier 1080P experience with all the bells and whistles? We took the Vankyo V610 1080P Projector with 6800Lux for a spin and found that it offered a very comparable experience to the higher priced name brands, at an accessible $220 cost.
The long-awaited GoPro Hero 8 and GoPro Max 360 have been launched this morning in three YouTube videos with the titles ‘Beyond Next Level’, ‘This Is Action’ and “Ignite Your Creativity’. The new GoPros bring a range of new features and performance improvements to take your footage to the next level.
There are a number of great deals for electric bicycles and scooters this labor day. Don’t miss out on your chance to save big on your next two-wheeled electric vehicle!
TapTes Direct via Amazon offers its Model 3 Wireless Qi Charger for $39.99 shipped when promo code KIR4P8PH is applied during checkout. That’s good for 20% off the regular going rate and the best price that we can find. At $40, this is a much less-pricier alternative to similar … products on the market today. You’ll receive a wireless charger designed for two phones that will fit perfectly in your Model 3’s dash. Will support up to 10W charging on each side. Rated 4.3/5 stars. More deals below.
Amazon offers the Snow Joe 22-inch 15A Electric Snow Blower with Dual LED Lights for $159 shipped. Also at Walmart. Today’s deal is good for as much as $70 off the regular going rate, a match off our Black Friday mention and the best price available. It’s time to start thinking about cleaning off the walks and driveways. Forget about those bulky gas and oil-driven alternatives and go with this option from Snow Joe. It features a 22-inch wide cutting path, dual LED lights and includes a two-year warranty. Rated 4/5 stars. Don’t forget the extension cord.
StarTop (100% positive feedback from 42,000) via Amazon offers the Litom 102 LED Outdoor Solar Light for $23.99 shipped when promo code 52WMB3EM is applied during checkout. That’s good for 20% off the regular going rate and a match of our previous mention. These solar lights offer an easy way to illuminate sidewalks and outdoor spaces. Best of all? No batteries to deal with. Rated 4.5/5 stars.
Today only as one of its Gold Boxes, Amazon offers the Anker Nebula projector for $248 shipped. That’s over $100 off this 4.2/5 star rated Android 7.1 device, sized just smaller and lighter than a soda can which can accept HDMI input from iOS devices, Apple TV and other streaming/gaming/disc systems or use its built in Android OS to stream content directly from Netflix, Youtube, Hulu and anything else that runs on Android. Great for presentations too.
It has a 5W surround speaker, 4 hour battery that charges in 2.5 hours via MicroUSB and a 100 lumen 854×480 native resolution. Expand Expanding Close
Behind the Screens is a weekly gadgetnewsonline series that takes you through our writers’ setups, be it mobile, desktop, gaming or home theater. Next up is Seth Weintraub, Publisher of the 9to5 Network.
Running the vast 9to5 media empire from home certainly can have its advantages but if I spend my whole day in my office, I go a little insane. That’s why I break up my day with some time at the local coffee shop. I usually drop in after driving my kid to school or a little electric bike ride and spend about 2 hours (usually 7:30-9:30am-ish) knocking out emails, Slack, Twitter, light image and video editing and starting some writing. Head below for a look at my mobile setup…
Although they cost $159 and can still be hard to find, there’s a lot to love about Apple’s AirPods. The W1 chip makes it easy to pair with Apple devices and they just work…unless they just fall out of your ears like mine. (You can pop some Earbuddyz on them but then you have to remove to charge creating more of a hassle, lost pieces).
I’ve gone back to just using my Bose QC35s for workouts and everyday music listening but now that summer is coming, I’ve been looking for an AirPods alternative to keep cool while mowing the lawn. There are a ton of garbage wireless headphones out there for $10-$20 that people have sent me but I think I’ve found a really good pair worth your attention. Not only do these earbuds sound good and work much like Apple’s AirPods, but they can also be had for a great price.
Amazon Link/ Code: AZBF7HCC at checkout $585.19+$10 <week ground shipping
I know a high-end ebike when I see one and this Ancheer 250W is absolutely not high-end. In fact, it would probably be a bit of a stretch to call this a mid-tier electric bike. Ancheer, a Chinese company that also sells USB peripherals, Fitness equipment and other knickknacks, took a bunch of base level components and put them on a Huffy-level all aluminum bike frame and out of this concoction got a good sub-$600 ebike. So how good/bad is it? Let me tell you…
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I ended up buying 10 apps for $33 which seems like a pretty hot deal to me for great apps I want. How’d you do?
9to5 Rewards! We’ll be giving away a $25 BundleHunt credit, which could be good for as many as 20 apps/licenses, to the best RT/Facebook share. Expand Expanding Close
GoPro dropped the price of its HERO6 camera today $100 to $399 shipped. It can be found at various retailers like Amazon, Walmart, B&H (Tax only in NY/NJ), Best Buy and more. The HERO6 sets itself apart from the rest of the line with 4K at 60FPS or 1080 at 240 (for great slo-mo), GPS, 33′ waterproof, voice control and ultra-wide angle glass lens.
If you’ve talked to your accountant, he or she has probably told you that the new GOP tax plan that passed before Christmas will upend how they do accounting. Some things we know: You’ll want to pay your state and local taxes (SALT) before the end of the year since next year they won’t be deductible from your federal taxes. Also, many deductions including moving expenses, alimony, student loan interest and tuition and fees will no longer be write-offs. So you might want to prepay or pay early what you can of these.
Most importantly for us, we know that business expenses are going to be deductible for the rest of the year so we’ll be highlighting items for the next week that can be written-off if you either have a business or can write-off purchases that go toward your business (as always consult your/an accountant for tax advice). So we present, Write-off Week 2017. Head below for some of the best deals so far and don’t forget to bookmark our handy guide:
As we wind down 2017, the gadgetnewsonline team is reviewing the year to see what stories and products were your favorites. Our Product of the Year was the DJI Spark Drone which our readers loved but at around $349/ea it wasn’t nearly our best seller.
What product sold the most units? Amazon is the only US vendor that allows us to see the most accurate stats and accounts for over 55% of our sales by number so we’re going to go with their data specifically….**drumroll**
That’s not a terribly exciting product but its popularity lends itself to how helpful it is, thanks to portability and an inexpensive price. Apple only includes a 1A charger with its incredibly popular iPhone line and most phone and tablet makers only include a single port on their default chargers.
This little plug, which is a smaller size than the default one that comes with most phones charges Apple and Android devices as fast as USB-A will allow – 2.4A at 5V. And it will charge two devices at a time at that speed. It allows you to charge your iPhone twice as fast and a friend or iPad gets powered up too! It gets great reviews, a two-year warranty and our readers kept coming back for more.
Aukey, in celebrating this achievement with us, is offering our readers a chance to pick it up today and tomorrow for just $8 with code AUXMAS06 at Amazon. “Throw away Apple’s adapter and add this to your tech arsenal”.
What else sold well? There were:
3 gift cards in the top 10
2 smart home plugs in the top 10
37 of the top 100 products mentioned “Apple” in the product title
Anker had 16 products in the top 100 including #3, while Aukey had 8
Top Non-tech? A first aid kit came in at #21, #31 was a tool set, and #37 was Crest’s White Strips (our readers have great smiles!)
Below find the full top 100 sale items on Amazon for gadgetnewsonline in 2017:
There are also honorable mentions which we should include, such as Anker’s Eufy Robo Vacs, which we found to offer stellar value and performance in our hands-on review.
In China, November 11th or 11.11 is called Guanggun Jieor Single’s Day. From Wikipedia:
Chinese Singles’ Day or Guanggun Jie (Chinese: 光棍节; pinyin: Guānggùn Jié; Wade–Giles: Kuang-kun chieh; literally: “Single Sticks’ Holiday”) is an entertaining festival widespread among young Mainland Chinese people, to celebrate the fact that they are proud of being single. The date, November 11th (11/11), is chosen because the number “1” resembles an individual that is alone. This festival has become the largest offline and online shopping day in the world, with sales in Alibaba’s sites Tmall and Taobao at US$5.8 billion in 2013, US$9.3 billion in 2014, US$14.3 billion in 2015 and over US$17.8 billion in 2016.
There’s nothing like the smell of a gaming Gold Box in the morning. Today’s from Amazon has a nice variety of components and accessories to take your Mac or PC (or Hackintosh?) rig to the next level. Free shipping is available for Prime members or in orders of $25+. Some favorites:
If you like the idea of a Dyson bagless vacuum cleaner but don’t want to shell out multiple hundreds of dollars for it, today’s Amazon Gold Box on the Hoover WindTunnel 3 Bagless Vacuum Cleaner for $95.99 shipped should do the trick. This one is incredibly feature-packed for the price including 40 foot cord, pivoting dusting tool, pet Turbo tool, telescoping extension Wand w/15 foot reach, headlight, HEPA filter and crevice tool. Expand Expanding Close
If you take your outdoor exercise seriously or just need a quality water bottle, today’s the day to jump aboard the Camelbak bandwagon. Amazon’s Gold Box contains a ton of hydration products and accessories starting at just $4. That’s up to 45% off the regular price on a ton of excellent water storage products.
It’s always prudent to have an extra mattress on the ready for expected or unexpected guests or that car camping adventure. Today’s the day to pick up a solid 4/5 star rated self-inflating Queen sized Intex Air Mattress for $34.99 shipped. That’s $13 or 25% off the normal price of this Amazon Exclusive 16-inch high mattress that folds away into a small bag (included). Features: Expand Expanding Close
Today’s the day to grab an original Amazon Echo at the lowest price we’ve ever seen it. Simply add 2 to your cart in either Black or White for $259.98 and add coupon code ECHO2PACK at checkout to drop the price for 2 $100 to $159.98 shipped. That’s $20 less than the original price for 1 and the best price we’ve seen on this 4.4/5 star rated smart speaker with the Amazon Alexa Ecosystem. Expand Expanding Close
Summer trip planned with luggage that is falling apart? Upgrade your trip with a bunch of great luggage offerings from Amazon in their Gold Box this morning. That’s 40% off a lot of highly ranked, stylish products from 1st tier makers. There’s a ton of stuff here so definitely check everything out but some favs that I like include:
No. 1 doctor and pharmacist recommended brand and #1 selling Manufacturer of Blood Pressure Monitors for 40 years
Manage and track up to 120 readings on your blood pressure monitor and unlimited readings on your smartphone with Omron’s free iOS and Android applications (works with select iOS and Android devices, visit OmronHealthcare.com/connect for a complete list of compatible devices)
Comfortable and simple to adjust, the pre-formed ComFit™ Cuff inflates around the entire arm to avoid incorrect cuff positioning ensuring a precise reading and expandable cuff fits standard and large arms
Easy-to-read screen features a backlight, extra large digits and multi-colored indicator lights that show how your reading compares to normal home blood pressure levels
Feel empowered by accuracy with exclusive technology that automatically displays the average of your last 3 readings taken within the last 10 minutes and detects irregular heartbeats
Amazon is doing us a solid today by cutting the price on 2 multipurpose tools that make yard work a lot easier. As part of its Gold Box, the online retail giant is offering the WORX Air 20V Multi-purpose Blower/Sweeper/Cleaner with 120mph output and a ton of accessories for just $73.72 shipped. This is great for cleaning out your garage, inflating summer water toys and beds and will even knock out those leftover leaves in your yard. Rated 4.1/5 stars by nearly 800 Amazon customers.
Remember way back to a few weeks ago when Apple updated its convoluted iPad Air 2 lineup to a cheaper easier to say iPad (5th gen, 2017). Fast forward to today where you can pick 32GB up in Space Gray or 128GB in Space Gray or Gold.
If you’ve ever wanted to track your heart rate accurately (read: better than wrist-based monitors/watches), you’ve probably balked at the price of high quality heart rate monitors. Today’s Amazon Gold Box is the Polar H7 heart rate monitor in various sizes and colors for $34.95 shipped. That’s 35% off the normal price and the lowest we’ve seen for the 4/5 star from thousands of reviewers Bluetooth Smart monitor that you wear on your chest. It is waterproof, works with iOS or Android devices and tons of apps and fitness equipment. Expand Expanding Close
Harman Audio has the JBL Charge 2 Bluetooth Speaker w/ USB Charger (Refurb) for only $49.99 shipped in Red or Blue. That’s $100 off the original list price/ Amazon’s current listing for a new one and the lowest we can find. Features include dual drivers and twin passive radiators for “deep, accurate bass.” It also has an integrated 6000mAh Lithium-ion battery that can last for 12 hours and give an iPhone/smartphone 2 or more full charges through its USB-A port. Rated 4.5/5 stars from over 1,600 Amazon shoppers. A 1-year warranty applies.
Folks love them some Dyson vacuum cleaners and today you can pick up the Dyson V6 Origin Cord-Free Stick Vacuum (Certified Refurbished) for $199.99 shipped at Woot via Amazon. The V6 provides up to 20 minutes of suction and wall mounted docking/charging station for convenience. Emptying the bin couldn’t be easier with a button release with Dyson’s famous no filter design.
Self-adjusting cleaner head — automatically adjusts between carpets and hard floors; Ball technology — steers with a turn of the wrist to maneuver easily around furniture, obstacles and into difficult places
Instant-release wand — wand and long-reach hose release in 1 smooth action, so it’s easy to clean up high and under furniture
Hygienic bin emptying — no need to get your hands dirty, just push the button to release the dirt
Whole-machine HEPA filtration traps allergens and bacteria inside the machine — expels cleaner air than the air you breathe
