Current Deals - Tablets & eReaders - Page 13

badgoodDeb · 07-16-2014, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by curtw

iPods will play Audible files with the built-in firmware, no need for a separate app.

You just have to add your existing Audible files to iTunes and sync them--you do not need to make the Audible purchase through Apple.

For Overdrive (DRM'ed WMA files), the Windows software will let you convert the files to AAC and put them on your iPod, but only if the iPod is set to "manually manage music." I haven't found a way to do it with a Mac, but I haven't tried on the last three years, either.

I wasn't aware of this -- so thanks! Have just started into the "audio book" world, in hopes that it will get me into walking. It hasn't yet, but it *was* helpful on a 750 mile drive across country.

Fbone · 07-29-2014, 02:32 PM

Amazon and Best Buy have dropped the price on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 down to $279.99. This is the lowest price I've seen since its launch.

Fbone · 08-01-2014, 10:03 AM

Best Buy has the iPad Air 16GB for $399.99. Sale ends Saturday Aug 2nd. In store and online.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/promo/ipad-air-20140801

Prestidigitweeze · 08-02-2014, 10:04 AM

I don't have any tablet deals to report, but I felt you'd be thrilled to ken that I just misread the thread title as Current Deaths. "Man Keels over after Receiving Discount on MacBook Air."

rcentros · 08-04-2014, 07:09 AM

Kindle Paperwhite on sale today ONLY for $20 off ($99 for ads version, $119 for non-ads version).

tubemonkey · 08-04-2014, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by rcentros

Kindle Paperwhite on sale today ONLY for $20 off ($99 for ads version, $119 for non-ads version).

Well, it's about time for the next gen to be released. Sep for Kindles and Oct for Fires.

booklover6 · 08-04-2014, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by tubemonkey

Well, it's about time for the next gen to be released. Sep for Kindles and Oct for Fires.

That's what I was thinking, monkey! And, if anyone gets one from today's sale, please report back and let us know what size memory is in it. I am wondering if any of these will ship with 4gb.

tubemonkey · 08-05-2014, 09:10 AM

The Kindle discounts are getting bigger

Amazon's Deal of the Day -- Today Only - 05 Aug

Fire HDX 8.9" 64GB ($479) --> $419
Fire HDX 8.9" 32GB ($429) --> $299 --> this is not a typo
Fire HDX 8.9" 16GB ($379) --> $319

Fire HDX 7" 64GB ($309) --> $239
Fire HDX 7" 32GB ($269) --> $219
Fire HDX 7" 16GB ($229) --> $199

Fbone · 08-10-2014, 07:27 PM

This week Staples has iPad Air 16GB for $399 again.

Best Buy has iPad Mini Retina for $349.99.

Fbone · 08-11-2014, 01:45 AM

Staples this week also has the Nexus 7 16GB for $179. Not the lowest price I've seen, however.

gabby98 · 08-15-2014, 11:17 AM

received this by email today from Indigo | Chapter....

Quote:

IPad mini
Perfect for Back-to-School
Ends September 1st. Online and in select stores

iPad mini
.....
Save up to $60 on iPad mini and iPad mini with Retina display.

Shop now

danicca · 08-16-2014, 03:00 AM

B&N site has nook glowlight at 99$. I don't know what's its normal price, but site says its 20$ off.

dieterpops · 08-16-2014, 10:47 AM

Kobo Aura HD is $149.99 on their website and on the Harvard Bookstore website.

cromag · 08-28-2014, 09:07 PM

I haven't seen any references to Goodwill's auction site as a source for tablets, ereaders, and Ipods/MP3 players, and I've found it useful, so I'm posting now.

There are several things to bear in mind.

These are items that are donated to Goodwill thrift stores across the country. On the upside, they can be items in good shape that a person doesn't need anymore, new items a person didn't want, or even few overstocks from a vendor. On the downside, they could be unwanted because they're nearly worn out or even abused.

It's an auction site -- prices are generally cheap, but all items are sold "as is" so there are no returns and you pay shipping. The sellers generally do not do any testing beyond powering it up. You can email sellers about items before bidding if you have questions.

Some of the Goodwill sellers will sell/ship to Canada, but most are US only.

If you're interested the main site is: http://www.shopgoodwill.com/

Ereaders and MP3 players are under "Personal electronics." Tablets are under "Computers."

A few weeks ago I got an older Kobo for $10, plus $8 shipping and handling. It seems to be in very good shape, it holds a charge well, and the screen is clean and clear. Bottom line: I'm happy.

As always, your mileage may vary.

tubemonkey · 08-28-2014, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cromag

I haven't seen any references to Goodwill's auction site as a source for tablets, ereaders, and Ipods/MP3 players, and I've found it useful, so I'm posting now.

There are several things to bear in mind.

These are items that are donated to Goodwill thrift stores across the country. On the upside, they can be items in good shape that a person doesn't need anymore, new items a person didn't want, or even few overstocks from a vendor. On the downside, they could be unwanted because they're nearly worn out or even abused.

It's an auction site -- prices are generally cheap, but all items are sold "as is" so there are no returns and you pay shipping. The sellers generally do not do any testing beyond powering it up. You can email sellers about items before bidding if you have questions.

Some of the Goodwill sellers will sell/ship to Canada, but most are US only.

If you're interested the main site is: http://www.shopgoodwill.com/

Ereaders and MP3 players are under "Personal electronics." Tablets are under "Computers."

A few weeks ago I got an older Kobo for $10, plus $8 shipping and handling. It seems to be in very good shape, it holds a charge well, and the screen is clean and clear. Bottom line: I'm happy.

As always, your mileage may vary.

Thanks for the info

I'd like to add another word of caution:

be aware of stolen tablets and ereaders that get blacklisted by the maker

08-02-2014, 10:04 AM	#184
Prestidigitweeze Fledgling Demagogue Posts: 2,384 Karma: 31132263 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: White Plains Device: Clara HD; Oasis 2; Aura HD; iPad Air; PRS-350; Galaxy S7.	I don't have any tablet deals to report, but I felt you'd be thrilled to ken that I just misread the thread title as Current Deaths. "Man Keels over after Receiving Discount on MacBook Air." Last edited by Prestidigitweeze; 08-02-2014 at 10:07 AM.

08-05-2014, 09:10 AM	#188
tubemonkey monkey on the fringe Posts: 45,768 Karma: 158733736 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Seattle Metro Device: Moto E6, Echo Show	The Kindle discounts are getting bigger Amazon's Deal of the Day -- Today Only - 05 Aug Fire HDX 8.9" 64GB ($479) --> $419 Fire HDX 8.9" 32GB ($429) --> $299 --> this is not a typo Fire HDX 8.9" 16GB ($379) --> $319 Fire HDX 7" 64GB ($309) --> $239 Fire HDX 7" 32GB ($269) --> $219 Fire HDX 7" 16GB ($229) --> $199

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08-28-2014, 09:07 PM	#194
cromag Surfin the alpha waves ~~ Posts: 26,416 Karma: 459765791 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: New Jersey Device: Jetbook Lite & Mini, Nook STR, Kobo, Hanvon N516, Kindle 2, Androids	I haven't seen any references to Goodwill's auction site as a source for tablets, ereaders, and Ipods/MP3 players, and I've found it useful, so I'm posting now. There are several things to bear in mind. These are items that are donated to Goodwill thrift stores across the country. On the upside, they can be items in good shape that a person doesn't need anymore, new items a person didn't want, or even few overstocks from a vendor. On the downside, they could be unwanted because they're nearly worn out or even abused. It's an auction site -- prices are generally cheap, but all items are sold "as is" so there are no returns and you pay shipping. The sellers generally do not do any testing beyond powering it up. You can email sellers about items before bidding if you have questions. Some of the Goodwill sellers will sell/ship to Canada, but most are US only. If you're interested the main site is: http://www.shopgoodwill.com/ Ereaders and MP3 players are under "Personal electronics." Tablets are under "Computers." A few weeks ago I got an older Kobo for $10, plus $8 shipping and handling. It seems to be in very good shape, it holds a charge well, and the screen is clean and clear. Bottom line: I'm happy. As always, your mileage may vary.

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