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December 31, 2005
 Happy New Year from Mike and Chris and the whole Dealhack crew! We had a great launch year in 2005 and have big plans for the new year. We'll be expanding the deals and adding more great merchant partners. We'll be offering more of the best savings and discounts for the software, hardware, books, media, tools, and more that are valuable to you. As always, drop us a note if you are looking for something in particular or have a suggestion on a store we should be covering. Enjoy the holiday and get ready for a great 2006!
 Starts tomorrow, January 1: get a Free $20 LNT Gift Card with your purchase of one of five Black and Decker Kitchen Appliances each priced at $30 from Linens 'N Things. Choose from
- 9.6 volt Cyclonic Dustbuster
- SmartBrew 12 Cup Digital Coffeemaker
- 4 Slice Toaster Oven
- ProBlend 12 Speed Blender
- Press 'n Dry Iron
Make the purchase and get the gift card for use on-line or in-store on a future purchase. Shipping is free on orders of $150+. Offer valid through January 17.
 Get the Grundig Rechargeable Hand-Crank Emergency Radio with Light for only $40 - $10 Clearance Savings = $30 at Chef's Catalog. Works with both AA batteries and the included rechargeable batteries which can be charged via the attached hand-crank. 60 seconds of cranking delivers about an hour of radio playback. Available in Red, Blue or Bronze color. Free shipping on orders of $99+.
 Save up to 75% off on refurbished Dell Latitude Notebook PCs at Amazon. Some of the best:
- Dell Latitude C610 Notebook for $1750 - 70% clearance savings = $530. Features 1.2Ghz Pentium III, 256MB RAM, 20GB HDD, and CD-ROM drive.
- Latitude C600 Notebook for $2200 - 75% clearance savings = $550. Features 1.0Ghz Pentium III, 256MB RAM, 20GB HDD, and CD-ROM drive.
- Latitude C640 Notebook for $1999 - 61% clearance savings = $770. Features 1.8Ghz Pentium, 512MB RAM, 30GB HDD, and DVD-ROM drive.
- Latitude D600 Notebook for $1950 - 54% clearance savings = $890. Features 1.4Ghz Pentium M with Centrino, 512MB RAM, 60GB HDD, and CD-RW drive.
- Latitude D600 Notebook for $2200 - 54% clearance savings = $1010. Features 1.6Ghz Pentium M with Centrino, 512MB RAM, 60GB HDD, and CD-RW drive.
 Last Day! Get the Linksys Phone Adapter with 2 Ports for Vonage Voice-over-IP for $50 - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = Free with service subscription at Buy.com. Switch to Vonage and dramatically reduce your phone bill! Get unlimited US and Canada calling for about $25 a month. Add this device to your home network and plug in standard phones to put your new service to work!
Shipping is free too.
 This week's top DVD sales and rentals:
Sales:
- The 40-Year-Old Virgin | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Four Brothers | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Serenity | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Brothers Grimm | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Exorcism of Emily Rose | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
Rentals:
- The 40-Year-Old Virgin | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Four Brothers | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Exorcism of Emily Rose | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Must Love Dogs | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
 This week's top 10 Albums for download at Apple's iTunes Music store or on CD at Amazon:
- Mary J Blige - The Breakthrough | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Jamie Foxx - Unpredictable | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- The Notorious B.I.G. - Duets: The Final Chapter | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Eminem - Curtain Call | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Carrie Underwood - Some Hearts | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Mariah Carey - The Emancipation of Mimi| download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Various Artists - NOW Volume 20 | CD: Amazon
- Kenny Chesney - The Road and the Radio | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Nickelback - All the Right Reasons | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Kelly Clarkson - Breakaway | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
December 30, 2005
 Get the Dealhack Favorite Unlocked Sony Ericsson W800 Walkman Music Camera Phone for GSM for only $599 - $179 instant savings = $420 at Buy.com. This unlocked tri-band GSM cell phone will work with your Cingular or T-Mobile SIM card (including T-Mobile To-Go prepaid service) and can be switched across carriers at will.
While hardly cheap, this phone is an excellent mix of features including an excellent MP3 and AAC music player which is completely integrated into the system OS. The W800 also features a 2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth wireless, Infrared data port, Memory Stick Duo Pro card slot (with included 512MB card), and all necessary cables and chargers. Shipping is free.
 Get the Philips 20PF7835 20-inch LCD Flat-Panel TV with Stand for just $ - $1000 clearance savings = $500 at Amazon. The Philips 20PF7835 includes a 20-inch 4:3 LCD screen with support for standard and progressive (480p) signals. Has component, composite (RCA), and S-Video connectors. This unit is only about 3 inches thick and can be moved easily making it a more convenient option for many.
Shipping is free. Many other LCD, Plasma, and Projection TVs are also on clearance sale.
 Take advantage of sale prices and Fly Southwest Airlines for $89 or less each way (on either one-way or round-trip flights). This particular sale is for tickets purchased through Tuesday January 2 for travel through January 31. Many fares are available for later travel too. Options include:
- Travel between Los Angeles and Chicago for $79 each way.
- Travel between Denver and Las Vegas for $34 each way.
- Travel between Long Island and West Palm Beach for $69 each way.
- Travel between Seattle and Baltimore for $69 each way.
- Travel between Manchester, NH and Ft Lauderdale for $59 each way.
December 29, 2005
 Get Chip Kidd: Book One: Work 1986-2006 by Chip Kidd for only $65 - 40% savings = $39 at Amazon. In this hardcover title, noted in the current Dwell, Kidd discusses many of his well-known book designs for authors like Sedaris, Updike, Murakami and more including insights into his process for developing the work. It's an inspiring and entertaining collection. Shipping is free.
 Get the Motorola RAZR V3 ultraslim Camera Cellphone for $89 - $90 rebate (exp 1/31) = Free with Cingular service commitment at Buy.com. The RAZR has set the standard for stylish functionality and includes Bluetooth support, VGA Camera, MP3 ringers, and more in one of the sleekest designs yet. The RAZR costs from $100-$150 when purchased directly from Cingular, but is free to you by checking Dealhack!
Shipping is free.
 Save $300 to $400 off on the Marcel Wanders designed Bottoni Sofas and Chairs at Design Within Reach. Choose from:
- Bottoni Single Seater Chair for $1298 - $300 clearance savings = $998.
- Bottoni Double Seater Sofa for $1598 - $300 clearance savings = $1298.
- Bottoni Triple Seater Sofa for $1998 - $400 clearance savings = $1598.
Available in Charcoal, Ecru, and Red fabrics, the Bottoni Sofas have a modern look with comfort to match.
 Buy.com's Flash Memory blowout continues: get the Kingston Elite Pro 2GB CompactFlash Card for $157 - $47 instant savings - $20 rebate (exp 1/4) = $90 at Buy.com. This is an excellent price for this large capacity card that's ideal for high-megapixel Digital SLRs and demanding accessories like mobile-map GPS devices. Upgrade and stop swapping cards.
Also available, get the Kingston Elite Pro 512MB CompactFlash Card for only $34 - $7 rebate (exp 12/31) = $27.
Shipping is free. Order by Saturday December 31 to get the maximum savings.
 Add Bluetooth to your PDA or Notebook Computer with the Belkin Bluetooth PDA/PC Adapter Card Combo for only $21 - $5 clearance savings = $16 at Geeks.com. The Combo pack includes a Compact Flash Type I Bluetooth card for Compact Flash-enabled PDAs and an adapter to enable using the CF card in your notebook's PCMCIA card slot. Works with Windows 98/Me/2000/XP on the PC and Windows Pocket PC 2002+ on the PDA.
Everything in the store is on sale at Geeks.com. Clearance discounts valid through Sunday January 1.
 Get the Kingston 1GB Secure Digital Flash Memory Card for just $65 - $10 instant savings = $55 at Buy.com. No rebate required. Savings valid through Monday January 2.
Also available, get the Mach Speed 1GB Secure Digital Card for $70 - $5 rebate (exp 1/5) - $20 rebate (exp 12/31) = $45. Order by Saturday December 31 for maximum savings.
Put the new SD Cards to use in your digital camera, PDA, or other expandable device. Shipping is free.
December 28, 2005
 More stock spotted. Get the Xbox 360 Ultimate Bundle 2 for $850 at J&R Music World. Hard to call this a deal except that it's better than a being "out of stock".
The Ultimate Bundle 2 includes Xbox 360 system, hard drive, wireless controller, headset, remote, and seven game titles. Will surely sell out soon so order this very second if you want it!
Update: this bundle now shows as Sold Out. We'll highlight when the 360 is available again.
 Now discounted! Get the Julius Shulman Portfolio 2006 Calendar for just $38 - 21% off = $30 at Design Within Reach. This outstanding collection of Shulman's architectural and landscape photos has been published by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art with the Art Museum Council and features twelve iconic black and white images printed in a manner suitable for framing. Explore the images on the DWR site.
It's a Dealhack Favorite! Even if you aren't searching for a 2006 calendar, it's worth visiting the site to see the 12 selected prints.
 Get the Soyo 32-inch Widescreen HD-Ready LCD TV for just $849 - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = $799 at MacMall. This Soyo LCD TV features a 1366x768 resolution, 1200:1 constrast ratio, 8ms refresh, 16:9 widescreen, and wide viewing angles. Includes SVGA connector for direct use with a computer. This is a good price for this level of functionality.
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 Save up to 50% off during the Nordstrom Winter Clearance at Amazon. Nordstrom's unique partnership with Amazon provides on-line access to some of Nordstrom's best Winter Savings event deals. A sampling of the items:
Choose from hundreds of items. Shipping is just $5 for your entire Nordstrom at Amazon order.
 Get the versatile SanDisk Sansa E130 Expandable 512MB MP3 Player for just $100 - $35 savings = $65 at Buy.com. The Sansa E130 features 512MB of built-in RAM plus an available Secure Digital (SD) Card slot for added memory storage. It supports downloads purchased from Napster, Rhapsody, and Yahoo! Music Unlimited. Connects to PC via high-speed USB 2.0 and is powered by a single AAA battery. Included headphones and case with armband make this a great value.
Shipping is free.
 Amazing entry-level video deal! Get the JVC GRD244 Mini-DV Digital Handheld Camcorder for just $248 - $49 instant savings = $199 at WalMart.com. The GRD244 is a basic digital video camera, but is amazingly feature-rich for the price. It includes 22x optical zoom, 2.5-inch viewing LCD, DV in and out, and NightAlive night shooting technology. At this price point, you don't get the ability to add an external microphone or attached light, but those aren't features most everyday users need anyway! Record to standard MiniDV tapes and transfer to video applications or direct record DVD burners. Works great as a web cam too (much better value than getting an iSight)!
 Get the Citizen Skyhawk Men's Steel Watch for only $400 - 50% clearance savings = $200 at Ashford.com. The classic Skyhawk watch includes a black face, bright white hour and minute hands, and high-visibility yellow second hand. Includes chronograph dials and two LCD displays for showing information such as alternate timezones, date, and alarm details. Many other models also available on sale.
Free shipping available for a limited time.
 Get the refurbished Philips 23PF8946A 23-inch Widescreen LCD TV for only $1800 - $1220(!) clearance savings = $580 at Amazon. The 23PF8946A EDTV features a 1280x768 resolution, and works with standard definition 480i and 480p progressive input signals. Includes component, s-video, composite (RCA) and SVGA inputs.
 Get the current Corel Paint Shop Pro X for $129 - $40 instant savings - $30 in-box rebate (exp 12/31) = $59 at Buy.com. Paint Shop Pro has long been the top competitor to Photoshop with a rich set of graphics and image manipulation tools for PCs. This latest version includes enhancements to the photo editing capability and improved support for commercial printing among other features.
Shipping is free.
December 27, 2005
 Now during the Geeks.com clearance sale, get the Kodak EasyShare Picture Viewer for only $100 - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) - $10 instant clearance savings = $40 at Geeks.com. The picture viewer is a simple pocket-sized photo album with both buiilt-in memory (for about 150 images) and support for SD flash memory cards. Highlights:
- 2.5-inch LCD with 4 brightness levels
- 32MB built-in and SD/MMC flash memory expansion slot
- Offers image selection and continous slideshow modes
- Rechargeable battery, USB connection to PC or Mac. Weighs less than 3 ounces
Order by Saturday December 31 for the full savings.
 This week's top ten book titles at Amazon.
Check Dealhack each Tuesday to find the new Best Sellers.
- The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century - Thomas L. Friedman (History/Current Events)
- The Chronicles of Narnia Boxed Set - C.S. Lewis (Children's Fiction)
- Freakonomics : A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything - Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner (Economics)
- Rachael Ray 365: No Repeats (Cookbook)
- A Million Little Pieces (Oprah's Book Club) - James Frey (Memoir)
- The Year of Magical Thinking - Joan Didion (Memoir)
- The Little Book That Beats the Market - Joel Greenblatt, Andrew Tobias (Investing)
- The Silver Spoon - Phaidon Press (Cooking)
- Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln - Doris Kearns Goodwin (History)
- 1776 - David McCullough (History)
 Take advantage of the end-of-year clearance: get the Wacom Graphire3 6x8 inch Pen Table just $199 - $124 clearance & rebate savings = $75 at MacMall. Choose from tablets in White, Blue, or Gray (for $5 more).
This is an outstanding price for this graphics tablet which works with both Windows and Mac OS via its USB connection. Pen operates wirelessly with the tablet for easy, natural editing in numerous graphics applications. Also works great with freehand applications like Office's OneNote and Apple's Inkwell.
Order by Saturday December 31 to get the full clearance savings.
 More free software! Get the McAfee Internet Security Suite 2006 v 8.0 for $60 - $30 Buy.com rebate (exp 1/8) - $30 competitive/upgrade rebate = Free at Buy.com. The comp/upgrade rebate is available to individuals who have any previous version of McAfee, Symantec or similar sercurity or anti-virus program that need not be on the same PC.
The McAfee Security package includes VirusScan anti-virus, personal firewall, anti-spam e-mail filtering, and additional privacy protection tools. Purchase includes a full year of updates directly from McAfee.
And of course, shipping is free too.
 With supplies of the new 1GB Shuffle down to zero, here's a great alternative: get a refurbished Apple 1GB iPod Shuffle for only $130 - $30 clearance savings = $100 at Overstock. The Shuffle integrates perfectly with the free iTunes software on either Windows or Mac computers and can be used to play your music in the order you set. Don't miss our deals on iPod Accessories too.
Shipping is free through Saturday December 31.
 Save up to 40% off iPod Accessories during Winter Clearance at Overstock. Choose from
Quantities of some items are limited. All include free shipping.
 Get the IOGear Bluetooth Wireless Headset Class 2 for just $70 - $40 instant savings = $30 at Buy.com. This IOGear headset allows you to connect wirelessly to your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone or voice enabled PC or Mac. Works great with Skype and voice-chat Instant Messenger clients like iChat, AOL IM, MSN Messenger and more.
No rebate required; savings are immediate. Shipping is free.
December 26, 2005
 Get the Apple PowerBook Notebook 12.1-inch M9690LL/A 1.5 GHz PowerPC G4, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive for just $1350 - $150 rebate (exp 1/17) = $1200 at Amazon. The 12.1-inch PowerBook features a 1024x768 resolution display, 1.5GHz G4 processor, 60GB Hard Disk, Combo DVD play / CD burn drive, integrated touch pad, and USB 2.0 & Firewire ports. Mac OSX Tiger and iLife 5 included.
Order by January 17 for full savings. This PowerBook includes free shipping.
 Get the SanDisk 1GB Secure Digital Flash Memory Card for just $110 - $35 instant savings - $25 rebate (exp 12/31) = $50 at Best Buy. The SanDisk SD Card is ideal for most point and shoot cameras as well as many PDAs and expandable MP3 players.
Shipping is free. Discount and rebate are valid through Saturday December 31.
 Print those great holiday digital images! Get twenty free 4x6 photo prints and 10% off your Entire Order at Snapfish. Choose from photo prints, poster prints, calendars, memory books, mugs, tees, and more. In our side-by-side testing at Dealhack HQ, Snapfish provided the best overall image printing quality of the major on-line printing services and with 4x6 prints as low as 10 cents each (when prepaid), it's a great value too.
Use Coupon Code: DECAFF10 to get your extra savings. Coupon expires Saturday December 31.
 Get the basic Pinnacle Studio 9 Video Editing Software for only $40 - $20 instant savings - $20 rebate = Free at Buy.com. Capture and edit video from digital video cameras in either 4:3 or 16:9 widescreen modes. Supports DV, MiniDV, Digital8, and MicroMV video devices. Manipulate video in multiple formats and integrate other media into movies which can be output for computer or TV. Works with Windows.
Shipping is free.
 Great deals are available at Amazon's Kitchen & Housewares Clearance. Some of the more interesting items:
Also save extra $25 instantly off all orders of $125+ in Kitchens & Housewares or Bed & Bath products. Shipping is free on orders over $25.
 Get the versatile iRiver PMC-120 20GB Portable Media Center for $500 - 44% clearance savings = $280 at Overstock. The PMC-120 features 20GB of storage (up to 80 hours of video or 600 hours of music), MP3 and WMA audio playback, MPEG-4 video, 320x240 video playback on large bright LCD screen, USB 2.0 interface for fast file transfers, and rechargeable battery. The PMC-120 also offers tight integration with Windows Media Center edition. Overstock offers it's lowest price on the web guarantee on this item so if you can find it for less, they'll match it after you have made the purchase.
Order by Saturday December 31 and shipping is free.
 We love deals like this at Dealhack because of the great combo savings! Get Geek.com's Digital Camera Deluxe Accessory Kit with 20GB Picture Storage for just $90 after an additional $20 in clearance savings. The kit includes:
- ImageTank GS-824 Portable Storage Device. The GS-824 is a USB host device with connectors for all major digital media like compact flash, MMC, SD Cards, Memory Stick (and MS Pro), and Smart Media. Off-load your images on to this device directly from your camera's digital media. Can also be used as a multiformat reader when connected directly to a PC. Available alone for $50 on clearance if you already have a 2.5-inch drive.
- Hitachi 20 GB UDMA/100 2.5-Inch Notebook Hard Drive for the ImageTank device. Hit the road with extra storage for your digital images.
- Mini tripod (for quick stability), 7-1 media card case, and black leather camcorder/camera case.
This is the perfect addition for avid digital photographers (like us!) who get tired of having to lug around the PC just to off-load our images when we are traveling. The price is outstanding for the combo of the ImageTank and 20GB drive alone. For less than the price of 1GB in flash media, expand your storage by 20GB!
 We featured the 27-inch Viewsonic LCD TV earlier this week and now Buy.com has added another great option: get the Viewsonic N3250W 32-inch HDTV Widescreen LCD TV for only $1499 - $509 instant savings = $990 at Buy.com. The N3250W features include:
- 1360x768 resolution in 32-inch 16:9 widescreen format with 12ms refresh.
- VGA, RCA Composite, Component, S-Video, HDMI (with HDCP) inputs
- 2x10 watt speakers, built-in stand. PinP and PonP support.
This ViewSonic includes free shipping as additional savings. Stock is limited so order fast.
December 25, 2005
 More great kitchen clearance: get the Calphalon Commercial Hard-Anodized 12-Inch Everyday Pan with Lid for only $168 - 82% clearance savings = $30 at Amazon. Other great Calphalon deals include:
Shipping is free for these items when order total is $25+. Save extra $25 off all orders of $125+ in Kitchens & Housewares or Bed & Bath products. Discount expires Saturday December 31.
 Protect that new computer! Get McAfee VirusScan 2006 Version 10.0 for $45 - $25 Buy.com rebate (exp 12/31) - $20 competitive/upgrade rebate = Free at Buy.com. The competitive upgrade rebate is available to anyone with any prior version of any McAfee, Symantic, or similar security product. VirusScan 2006 is a PC Magazine Editor's Choice product and features protection against virus, worms, trojan applications, spyware and more and integrates with your operating system and applications to protect your PC and your data. Purchase includes full year of threat-protection updates from McAfee.
Order by Saturday December 31 to get the full savings. Shipping is free. Hard to beat free!
 Get the SanDisk Sansa 2GB MP3 Player for just $180 - $50 instant savings = $130 at Best Buy. The Sansa m250 supports playback of MP3, WMA, and protected WMA files and is compatible with both Rhapsody and Napster subscription services. Get 19 hours of playback on a single AAA battery. Also includes FM radio and voice recording capability. Best Buy's regular price, but with the instant savings this is the best price among major retailers.
Sale ends Saturday December 31.
 During the Chef's Catalog Clearance Sale find the Chef's Professional Saucepots for as low as $10 (50% off). A great alternative to cheap pots & pans sets, these items are designed for reliable performance while under heavy use. The feature thick high-grade aluminum, riveted handles, and fast heating properties.
Free shipping on orders of $99+. The Chef's Catalog Clearance Sale is on now and features dozens of excellent deals.
 Get the USB VoIP Skype-Compatible LCD Speaker Phone for just $30 - $5 clearance savings = $25 at Geeks.com. Use this phone to talk for free via Skype or other Voice over IP services like chat-enabled instant messengers. It connects via USB and supports both PC-to-PC and PC-to-Phone calls. It also includes a large LCD display, easy to dial numbers, and a quality speaker and microphone for speakerphone operation.
Looking for something more portable? Get the smaller VoIP High Performance USB Phone for only $27 - $8 Clearance Savings = $19. This handheld includes a four-line backlit LCD and supports hands-free mode with built-in speaker.
 Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from everyone here at Dealhack and Shopping Syndicate! We're taking a quiet day with families today, but we will have lots of great end-of-year deals and discounts in the coming days (and even a few by tonight). Keep an eye out for the 7 Resolutions of Dealhack which start tomorrow.
December 24, 2005
Get the Magnavox 50-inch Widescreen HDTV DLP with Tuner for $2,500 - $1,000 discount = $1,500 at Buy.com. With an integrated digital TV tuner, this Digital Light Processing television gives you exceptional high-definition images. It features a resolution spec of 1280X720 and Progressive Scan for sharp flicker-free images. This is a slim, lightweight design (only 15.3 inches deep and 114 lbs). Includes picture-in-picture.
Plus, it ships for free.
Geeks.com is having a year-end inventory clearance sale from Sunday 12/25 (12:01 AM PST) through Sunday 1/1. Every price on the site will be reduced with additional reductions going on throughout the sale. In addition to standard computer and electronics gear, Geeks.com is a good place to find computer parts like hard drives, memory upgrades, netorking gear and lots of gaming essentials. This clearance event is worth checking out.
Sale ends Sunday January 1 at 11:59 PM PST.
 Get the surprisingly capable Palm Z22 Color Handheld PDA for just $100 - $14 discount = $86 at Amazon. Weighing in at just over 3 ounces, the Z22 includes 32 MB of flash memory, bright 160x160 LCD color screen, and built-in organizer applications like calendar, contacts, and tasks and a great photo viewer. Synchronize your data with both Macs and PCs using the included software and USB data cable. It runs Palm OS 5.4 on its 200 MHz ARM processor.
It's basic, but a good price for the features. Shipping is free.
 Get the Viewsonic N2750W 27-inch Widescreen HDTV LCD TV for just $999 - $229 instant savings = $770 at Buy.com. The N2750w features a 16:9 widescreen 1280x720 LCD display, support for HD inputs via DVI, numerous other inputs, fast 8ms refresh, 900:1 contrast ratio, and stereo speakers.
No rebate required. Shipping is free.
 This week's top DVD sales and rentals:
Sales:
- Fantastic Four | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Dukes of Hazzard | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Cinderella Man | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- March of the Penguins | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
Rentals:
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Fantastic Four | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Cinderella Man | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Dukes of Hazzard | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- War of the Worlds | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
 This week's top 10 Albums for download at Apple's iTunes Music store or on CD at Amazon:
- Eminem - Curtain Call | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Carrie Underwood - Some Hearts | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Various Artists - NOW Volume 20 | CD: Amazon
- Bo Bice - Real Thing | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Kenny Chesney - The Road and the Radio | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Nickelback - All the Right Reasons | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Mariah Carey - The Emancipation of Mimi| download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Kelly Clarkson - Breakaway | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Black Eyed Peas - Monkey Business | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Johnny Cash - Legend of Johnny Cash | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
December 23, 2005
 Save up to 40% off Winter Sale Orders at Red Envelope. Here come the clearance sales! Many of the items on sale are not holiday-specific though. Some of the nicest items include monogrammed cashmere scarves, jewelry boxes, photo albums, jewelry, and photo frames. Many New Year's and related gifts are also available (although not yet on sale). Sale prices extend through January 13 although some quantities are limited.
 Get the Delphi SA10113 MyFi Portable XM Satellite Radio Receiver for just $250 - $115 instant savings - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = $85 at Buy.com. Use the Delphi MyFi device to access XM Satellite Radio in multiple locations all with one service description. Record audio for later playback too. The MyFi includes an amazing number of accessories including indoor and automobile antennas, multiple mounting brackets and carrying clips, integrated rechargeable battery, and remote control.
Order by Saturday December 31 to get the maximum savings including free service activation after rebate. Shipping is free too.
 Get the top-rated ecto Blogging Editor for Mac or PC for $18 - 20% coupon = $13. Purchase a license for both the Mac and PC versions for under $22. ecto provides a client application interface to many popular blogging platforms including Movable Type, Blogger, Nucleus, TypePad, WordPress, and MSN Spaces. The application makes it easy to work off-line and manage the interaction of numerous related applications like image managers.
On the purchase page, enter CHRISTMAS2005 into the coupon code box to get your additional savings. Sale ends Monday December 26.
 Save up to 70% or more off on 150 different items during the Friday Sale today only at Amazon. Some highlights:
Also, save $25 on your order today when you spend $125+ on Kitchen & Housewares or Bed & Bath products. Use Coupon Code: HOHOHOHO (exp 12/31) during checkout to get the additional savings.
These sale prices are valid until midnight Pacific Time tonight.
December 22, 2005
Get the bestselling book 1776 by David McCullough for $32 - 42% discount = $19 at Amazon. Historian and two-time Pulitzer winner McCullough writes about America's founding, focusing on a year rather than an individual: a momentous 12 months in the fight for independence. How did a group of ragtag farmers defeat the world's greatest empire? Nudge your order over $25 for free shipping.
 Save up to 50% off select Astar DVD Players at Buy.com. Choose from:
Deals expire as soon as Sunday December 25.
 The notebook deals continue! Save $300, $500 or $750 off on select Dell Inspiron Notebook PCs at Dell Home. Choose the coupon based on the pre-savings price of the model you configure:icon
- Save $750 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $1999+. Use Coupon Code: G76?BXMPC5919D (exp 1/11 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
- Save $500 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $1499+. Use Coupon Code: HQTHBLRS9PBVF3 (exp 1/11 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
- Save $300 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $1099+. Use Coupon Code: Z5HJTRN9M8LPDB (exp 1/11 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
Coupons not valid on Inspiron XPS configurations. Choose from the Inspiron 9300, 6000, 600m, 700m, and more. These coupons expire Wednesday January 11 at 6 AM Central Time.
Get savings up to 50% at the End of Season Sale at Gap.com. Choose from:
Plus, orders over $100 ship for free.
Get the Cuisinart 8 Pc Cutlery Set for $275 - $235 discount = $40 at Amazon. That's just $5 a piece. This set includes an 8-inch chef's knife, 8-inch bread knife, 8-inch slicing knife, 4.5-inch utility knife, 3.5-inch paring knife, 10-inch sharpening rod, and kitchen shears. The durable high carbon steel blades resist rust, stain and corrosion. Plus, this item ships for free.
Get the Olevia LT26HVX 26-inch LCD Television for $900 - $110 discount - $200 rebate = $590 at Buy.com (exp 12/31).
This TV features Syntax's new iDEA technology, which modifies brightness and contrast levels in real time to deliver the best quality picture at all times. It also has 1366 x 768 native resolution, 1600:1 Contrast Ratio, and 8ms response time.
Shipping is free. Rebate expires Saturday December 31.
 Beginning at 8 AM, save up to 30% off Dimension Desktop PCs priced at $999+ before savings at Dell Home. Select the best option:
- Save 30% off a Dell Dimension PC (excluding XPS systems). Use Coupon Code: 2JGW0XBS3N4WVQ (exp 1/5 6 AM CT or 6000 uses).
- Save 10% off a top of the line Dell Dimension XPS PC. Use Coupon Code: 1BBLQSCQ9024FF (exp 1/4 11 PM CT or 4000 uses).
The 30% off coupon is better than we have seen in about a month. Coupons expire January 5 at 6 AM Central Time and January 4 at 11 PM Central Time, respectively, or once the use number has been reached.
December 21, 2005
 Get the GigaFast 802.11g Wireless USB Adapter for $35 - $6 instant savings - $16 rebate (exp 1/15) = $13 at Buy.com. Using a GigaFast is among the easiest ways to add high-speed wireless network capabilities to your PC through the USB 2.0 interface. Shipping is also free.
 Another last minute shopping option: get Free Holiday Delivery Upgrade on Just in Time Gifts at Hammacher Schlemmer. Gifts include household items, electronics, garden tools, toys, and more.
Use coupon code ONEXP05 during checkout to get your upgraded shipping. Place your order by Thursday December 22 at 3 PM EST for delivery by Christmas.
 Get the Creative MuVo Micro 1GB MP3 Player for only $90 (save $60+ off) direct at Creative. The MuVo Micro offers a USB 2.0 interface for fast transfer of tracks from PC, support for both MP3 and Windows Media WMA formats, built-in voice recorder, and compatibility with purchased downloads from stores like Napster and Rhapsody. Most significantly, the MuVo Micro also supports direct recording and encoding into MP3 from a line-in source plugged directly into the device.
 If you are still looking for gifts, use Dealhack's resources to explore all remaining options:
Many stores are still shipping in time for Christmas or offer in-store pick-up. The list is shrinking fast, though, so don't delay.
 The annual Entertainment Book is the ultimate resource for year-round local and national discounts. Packed with thousands of dollars of savings valid at merchants, restaurants, attractions and travel outlets. Now, with Dealhack's discount, save $10 off the price of the 2006 book. Books for most locations just $20 after savings. With over 150 local editions, there's an Entertainment guide for just about everyone.
Order by Saturday December 31 to get the $10 discount on your 2006 book.
 Here's another last minute option: get Free Express Shipping on all $100+ Orders at Ritz Camera. Gift options include top point-and-shoot digital cameras like the Canon SD400 and Kodak EasyShare C310 as well as Digital SLRs like the Nikon D50 and Pentax *ist.
Orders can be placed as late as Friday December 23 at 7:30 AM EST(!) with a promise of delivery by Christmas. Clearance, international, and special orders excluded. Email gift certificates are also available.
 Not much time left, but if you hurry, get Free Overnight Shipping on all $40+ Orders at Fossil. Choose from Men's and Women's Watches, Clothing and Accessories.
Orders must be placed by Thursday December 22 at 1 PM EST to qualify for the free shipping and to have an expected delivery by Friday.
 Ending today, December 21, Movielink's three-day sale continues. All Movies are available for download and viewing for 60% off! Every title is $2 or less. With each downloadable rental, you can keep it on your PC for up to 30 days and watch it as much as you'd like within 24 hours of when you first start playing it.
In addition to a great selection of movies across genres, find other top programming like National Geographic and Discovery Channel specials. Now is a great time to rent a few movies to watch while you are traveling for over Christmas and New Years. 60% off sale expires Wednesday December 21.
 Best Price on the Web! Get the RCA ATSC11 High-Definition TV Tuner only $500 - $390 instant savings = $110 at Buy.com. The RCA ATSC11 is the perfect addition to so-called HD-ready TVs that lack an actual High Def tuner. Using the DVI connector for video and the optical digital connector for audio, view and enjoy over-the-air broadcasts on your HDTV display. Receive broadcasts in 480p/i, 720p, and 1080i. Stand-alone ATSC tuners typically cost $250 or more so add true OTA HDTV with this RCA HDTV receiver.
December 20, 2005
 Get the top-quality SanDisk 512 MB Secure Digital (SD) Card Flash Memory for just $65 - $25 instant savings - $15 rebate (exp 12/24) = $25 at Circuit City. This SD Card will be the perfect addition for many digital cameras, expandable MP3 players, and PDAs. Check your manual to see if SD Cards are for you. Includes 5-year warranty.
Shipping is free. Order by Saturday December 24 for maximum savings.
 Get the next generation RIM Blackberry 8700c Cell Phone and Email Device for just $500 - $200 instant savings - $150 rebate (exp 12/28) = $150 at Amazon. (The similar offer from Cingular direct costs $350!).
The new Blackberry 8700c improves on the earlier designs by including bluetooth and adding dedicated answer and end keys, while retaining the best-in-class email interface. The rebate requires a service commitment with Cingular. Order by Wednesday December 28 to get the full discount.
 Outstanding price! Get the Kodak EasyShare V530 5 Megapixel Point-and-Shoot Digital Camera in Silver or Black finish for just $220 at Buy.com. The V530 features a 3x optical zoom, a compact form factor, video capture at up to 30 frames per second at 640x480, and a wide variety of shooting modes to make capturing a great image easy. Shipping for these cameras is free.
 Give the gift of music (or talking books) with Gifted Tracks and Gift Certificates at Apple iTunes. Either choose from millions of tracks from pop, rock, classical, jazz, world, and more or decide on a dollar amount and let the recipient pick. Users can also choose from the growing list of television shows, video shorts, and music videos too.
 Still looking for a gift (or several)? Get 5 magazine subscriptions for only $30 - $5 coupon = $25 at NetMagazines. Choose from over 175 titles. Use Promotional Code DC222.
Looking for more choices? The premium package offers a choice of 5 from 200 additional available titles for only $49 - 15% off coupon = $42. Use Promotional Code DC235.
Use the promotional codes on the check out page to get your additional savings. Mix and match the recipients for each title. You can renew items at these great prices too! Can't decide? Gift vouchers are available as well.
 Get the very large Samsung HL-R5087W 50-inch DLP HDTV with Built-in HD Tuner and Pedestal for just $2800 - $800 instant savings = $2000 at Tiger Direct. Ok, 2 Gs is a lot to drop on a TV, but in this case, it will get you 50-widescreen-inches of bright DLP HDTV goodness. This model includes DVI, HDMI, RCA, Firewire, Component, Composite, S-Video, and RF inputs. It also sports a CableCard slot for direct tuning of digital cable. With a resolution of 1280x720, it handles 720p perfectly and does a great job with 1080i as well. A pedestal is also included.
 The price has dropped again. Get the
IOGear 320 GB USB / Firewire Hard Drive GHD335C320 with Tri-Select Back-Up for only $300 - $110 instant savings - $30 rebate (exp 12/31) = $160 at Buy.com. We have one of these in use at Dealhack HQ and it's working great! Back-up your new holiday photos, videos, and more on this versatile drive which works with both Macs and PCs through either USB 2.0 or Firewire/IEEE1394 connections. Cables are included. Drive works with Dantz backup software, also included, for one-touch back-up of your data.
Order by Saturday December 31 to get the maximum savings.
 Now in Stock (but probably not for long): get the Xbox 360 Holiday Bundle for $899 at WalMart.com. If the bundle shows as being sold out, experiment with different accesory combinations as some items may sell out first.
Once again, if you are looking for an Xbox 360 now, the prices are likely to be high due to the forced bundling, but at least you'll get a lot with your order. There are numerous upgrade options, but the base bundle includes an Xbox core system, wired controller, Xbox Live Gold membership upgrade, 3 game titles, an added wireless controller, and a 5.1 gaming surround system. Still time to receive by Christmas if you order today and select 1-Day Shipping.
 Need a last minute gift? Check out Dealhack's Last Chance Shipping options and our new Email Gift Certificate page with information on retailers offering email-based gift giving. There are a surprising number of merchants that can help as late as Friday afternoon. Of course, electronic Gift certificates can be ordered any time!
 This week's top ten book titles at Amazon.
Check Dealhack each Tuesday to find the new Best Sellers.
- The Chronicles of Narnia Boxed Set - C.S. Lewis (Children's Fiction)
- Freakonomics : A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything - Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner (Economics)
- Rachael Ray 365: No Repeats (Cookbook)
- The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century - Thomas L. Friedman (History/Current Events)
- The Year of Magical Thinking - Joan Didion (Memoir)
- Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln - Doris Kearns Goodwin (History)
- 1776 - David McCullough (History)
- A Million Little Pieces (Oprah's Book Club) - James Frey (Memoir)
- Teacher Man: A Memoir - Frank McCourt (Memoir)
- Why Do Men Have Nipples? Hundreds of Questions You'd Only Ask a Doctor After Your Third Martini - Mark Leyner, Billy Goldberg (Health)
Here at Dealhack, we've been obsessing a bit over holiday shipping deadlines, gift certificate lists and such. However, while options for holiday shipping are getting more expensive by the day, there's still time left to order some Bubbly via standard shipping and receive it by New Year's Eve. Wine.com has four 90+ point sparkling wines for under $20:
Order a full case and receive a 10% discount.
December 19, 2005
Get the Sony Cybershot DSCT7 5.1MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom for $550 - $160 discount - $50 rebate = $340 at Amazon (exp 12/31). The DSCT7 features:
- Ultraportable design: 3/8 - 5/8 inch thick.
- 3x optical zoom Carl Zeiss lens.
- Included docking station for easy PC/Mac connection.
This deal also gives you access to free postersize prints from Shutterfly (exp 12/26). Plus, this item ships for free.
 Get the Anycom HS-790 Bluetooth Headset for only $28 - $5 rebate (exp 12/31) = $23 at Buy.com. The HS-790 supports wireless connections with all standard Bluetooth-enabled cellphones. It can also be used for voice chat with Skype or popular Internet instant messenger programs when paired with a Bluetooth-enabled Mac or PC. Includes rechargeable battery. Shipping is free.
 Get the Seiko Men's Sportura 100M Chronograph Leather Strap Watch for only $575 - $290 total instant savings = $285 at Overstock. The Sportura features chronograph subdials, 12 hour alarm, black dial with high-visibility hands, quartz movement, and water resistance at up to 100 meters.
Expedited shipping is free. Order by Wednesday December 21 to get the full savings.
 Get the Audiovox XM Plug-and-Play Satellite Receiver and Car Kit Package (XCS9) for $100 - $50 instant savings - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = Free at Circuit City. Search for XCS9 in the keyword search box on the site to jump to this product.
The Audiovox Plug-and-Play features 30 station presets, portability for use outside of the car, 6-line display, and remote control. Also get free activation (by rebate) when you order this receiver by Saturday December 31.
 Get Apple Aperture Post Production Software for Photographers for just $499 - $59 instant savings = $440 at Amazon. Optimized for photo image processing, Aperture provides a wide range of tools for photo image manipulation and management include rich RAW image processing including native support for Canon and Nikon RAW formats. It also integrates tightly with other Apple creative software. On DVD for Mac OS X systems. Aperture ships for free.
 Get the 1 GB ACP-EP Secure Digital Flash Memory Card for just $50 (no rebate required) at MacMall. This SD card will work well with most point and shoot digital cameras and many PDAs (just look for the "SD Card" or "Secure Digital Card" media description in the manual for your device to be sure). Includes 5-year warranty.
Get the KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Series 5-Quart Mixer for $320 - $120 sale discount = $120 at Amazon. Spend just $5 more on a qualifying Kitchen & Housewares or Bed & Bath product to nudge your total price over $125; then apply coupon code "HOHOHOHO" at checkout to save an additional $25 for an "out the door" price of $100 (exp 12/31).
For even more value, use this rebate to receive a free Seasonings cookbook (exp 12/31). What's the rub? Although there are multiple colors to choose from (including
chrome,
white,
cobalt blue,
empire red,
onyx black,
tangerine and more), the mixers are temporarily out of stock. Order now to reserve the savings; at this price it is worth a little wait. At least it ships for free.
Get the Senseo HD7890/65D Single-Serve Coffee Machine for $107 - 35% discount = $70 at Amazon. This is a single-serve coffeemaker that offers a two-cup option. Whether you choose one or two, it brews using pre-measured coffee pods for a consistent rich taste. It comes with a holiday gift pack consisting of two additional bags of Senseo pods, two pod canisters, and a thermal travel mug. Plus it ships for free.
 Get the Sony DVDirect VRDVC20 Standalone DVD+/-R Dual Layer DVD Recorder with FireWire & USB for just $250 - $31 instant savings = $219 at Buy.com. The DVDirect recorder supports dual layer DVD burning of both directly input video or using applications on a PC. Supports direct recording from camcorders via Firewire or via analog video cables. This versatile drive is a great addition to both amateur and pro system configurations. Shipping is free.
 Movielink is having a three-day sale beginning today and All Movies are available for download and viewing for 60% off! Every title is $2 or less. With each downloadable rental, you can keep it on your PC for up to 30 days and watch it as much as you'd like within 24 hours of when you first start playing it.
In addition to a great selection of movies across genres, find other top programming like National Geographic and Discovery Channel specials. Now is a great time to rent a few movies to watch while you are traveling for over Christmas and New Years. 60% off sale expires Wednesday December 21.
 Get the RIM Blackberry 7100g Smart Phone with Cingular service for just $150 - $150 rebate (exp 1/31) = Free plus free iPod Shuffle and free XM Satellite Receiver at Buy.com. It's hard to believe, but all of these things are available for zero net cost after a $150 payment and various rebates (including a $150 rebate for the phone itself). Service subscriptions are required for the Blackberry (with Cingular) and XM. If you don't want the XM Receiver, all other elements of this deal remain available.
The RIM Blackberry 7100g features excellent performance as both a cellphone for voice and a remote e-mail device. Includes Bluetooth support, ability to read Office documents, quad-band GSM functionality, and a full HTML web browser.
Shipping is free. Free Apple iPod Shuffle offer requires purchase by December 31. The free XM Receiver offer requires purchase by Friday December 23.
 Add new knowledge to your exercise and outdoor exploration with the Garmin Forerunner Wrist-Mounted GPS at Amazon. The Garmin Forerunner series are training and excursion-optimized personal GPS devices with a rich set of time, elevation, and location features. Wear like a watch or attach to bike or bag. Save up to 40% and more off models including:
Use Promotional Code: CUSTAPPRSAVE (exp 12/20) to get the 5% savings. Order by Tuesday December 20 for maximum savings. Shipping is free.
 Get the Belkin USB 2.0 7-Port Hub for just $60 - $36 instant savings = $24 at Buy.com. This Belkin hub features multiple USB ports in different orientations to make it easy to connect multiple peripherals like music players, cameras, keyboards and mice no matter what style connector they have. Compatible with both Macs and PCs. Shipping is free.
December 18, 2005
 To help with your last minute gift buying, Dealhack has several features which can guide you to the right item and who will still ship it on time.
Afraid you are out of time? We've compiled the absolute latest time to place an order and still receive your package by the 24th. Our list of absolute last chance ordering will guide you to the last best options.
For a broader review of shipping options (including those stores which allow local pick-up and which stores will still deliver with standard or two-day shipping explore our holiday Shipping Deadlines collection.
Still trying to make a selection? Explore the Dealhack Gift Guides including special selections for Music, Book, and Movie lovers.
Coming tomorrow: we will have a list of the stores that offer e-mail gift certificates to cover any true last minute orders!
Update: The Email Gift Certificates list is now available.
 Get the McAfee Internet Security Suite version 8 for $70 - $10 instant savings - $20 mail-in rebate - $40 easy rebate = Free at Staples. Unlike most of these recent security software rebates, this one does not require ownership of a previous version or competing product. Pay $60 now and get $60 in rebate checks!
The Security Suite includes antivirus, spyware & adware protection, personal firewall, and privacy tools. Automatic updates are included too.
Order by Saturday December 24 to be eligible for all savings. Hard to beat free!
 Get the fun Lomographic Pop 9 Camera for $51 - $26 instant savings - 5% coupon = $24 at Amazon. The Pop 9 features a unique lens layout which permits the capture of 9 images of the photographed scene onto a single frame of regular 35mm film. The camera also includes a bright flash for capturing images at any time. Be sure to explore the sample images in the product description too.
Use Coupon Code: CUSTAPPRSAVE (exp 12/20) on the shopping cart page to get the additional savings. This camera will ship for free. Upgrade to "standard shipping" or use Amazon Prime shipping to guarantee delivery by the 24th. Also available: et a Lomo slingshot bag for $25 - $15 coupon = $10 too with this camera. Use Coupon Code: SLNGBAG4LESS (exp 12/25).
Order by Tuesday December 20 to get the maximum savings.
 Save up to $40 off select Cordless Phones at Staples. Highlights include the Vtech EV2650 2.4GHz Cordless Phone System for only $80 - $30 instant savings - $10 rebate = $40! The EV2650 features dual portable handsets, built-in voice recording system, caller ID & call waiting caller ID support, and built in memory for storing names and numbers.
Savings expire Saturday December 24.
 Save 10% or more off on all DVD players and recorders at Best Buy. Choices include:
- CyberHome Compact Multiformat Progressive-Scan DVD Player for $40 - 10% savings = $36
- Insignia 7-inch Widescreen Portable DVD Player for $140 - $20 savings = $120
- Toshiba Progressive-Scan DVD Player w/HD Upconversion and HDMI Output for $100 - 10% savings = $90
- LG Multiformat Double-Layer DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW Recorder for $30 - 10% savings - $50 rebate = $220
- Samsung Progressive-Scan DVD-R/-RW/RAM Recorder/VCR Combo for $270 - $70 savings = $200
Plus shipping is free.
December 17, 2005
 Get the Linksys CIT200 Cordless Internet Telephony Kit for use with Skype for just $130 - $15 instant savings - $15 rebate (exp 12/31) = $100 at Buy.com.
The CIT200 connects to your PC via USB and provides a wireless link to a cordless handset that is tightly integrated to your Skype account including full access to caller lists via its bright color screen. Call other Skype users or anyone worldwide via SkypeOut directly from the handset. This item ships for free.
 There's still time to get your orders in before Christmas...but not much. Check Dealhack's Holiday Ordering Deadlines page for options. Here are some of the best recent deals:
+ Sony Ericsson W600 Walkman Phone $100 Cash Back at Buy.com
+ Save 32% off Kodak Z740 EasyShare DigiCam at Overstock.com
+ Krups FBC2 Convection Toaster Oven $65 off at Amazon
+ HP PSC 1507 All-in-One Printer $30 at TigerDirect.com
+ Free XM Satellite Radio Activation & $50 Rebate at Amazon
+ Westinghouse 27-inch Widescreen LCD TV $700 at J&R
+ Save up to 20% off Dimension Desktop PCs at Dell Home
+ LaCie Porsche 250GB USB 2.0 External Drive $123 at Buy.com
+ Save up to $600 with Canon Triple Rebates at Amazon
+ Save up to $750 off Inspiron Notebook PCs at Dell Home
+ Design Classic How to See by George Nelson $30 at DWR.com
+ TiVo Series2 40-Hour Digital Video Recorder only $12 at Amazon (best deal!)
+ Lexar 2GB USB 2.0 Flash Memory Drive only $85 at PCMall
+ $150 off Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5 at B&H Photo
+ Save on Magazine Subs for You or a Gift at NetMagazines
+ $135 off Kodak C340 Digital Camera & Printer Dock at Amazon
+ Save up to 50%+ During Holiday Blowout Sale at MacMall
+ Makers by Bob Parks only $17 at Amazon
+ Save $30 off Philips DVP642 DivX P-Scan DVD Player at Amazon
 Get the Dealhack Favorite Sony MDR-EX51LP Fontopia Headphones for just $40 - $20 discount - 5% coupon = $19 at Amazon. The MDR-EX51LP are great, comfortable in-ear style ear bud headphones that are the perfect companion to your iPod (a great upgrade from the standard earbuds), Game Boy, or PSP. Use Coupon Code: CUSTAPPRSAVE (exp 12/20) on the shopping cart page to get the additional savings. These headphones ship for free when the total order before savings exceeds $25.
Order by Tuesday December 20 to get the maximum savings.
 Get the outstanding Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs: The Definitive Pop-Up Hardcover Book by Matthew Reinhart and Robert Clarke Sabuda for under $16 at Buy.com. This tremendous book features 35 full color 3-D pop-ups of the Dinosaur stars of the Cretaceous Period. Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs is also available for $18 at Amazon. Orders over $25 ship for free. Express shipping available too.
 Save extra $100 off or get 1GB extra RAM free plus get a free printer and a wireless keyboard/mouse kit for only $20 with the purchase a New iMac G5 at MacMall. Choose from:
Also, save up to $250 off on Microsoft Office 2004 products.
 This week's top DVD sales and rentals:
Sales:
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- March of the Penguins | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- War of the Worlds | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Sky High | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Deuce Bigalow | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
Rentals:
- Mr. & Mrs. Smith | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- War of the Worlds | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Deuce Bigalow | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- The Polar Express | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
- Sky High | rent: Netflix | DVD: Amazon
 This week's top 10 Albums for download at Apple's iTunes Music store or on CD at Amazon:
- Eminem - Curtain Call | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Lil Wayne - Tha Carter II | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Korn - See You on the Other Side | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Various Artists - NOW Volume 20 | CD: Amazon
- Carrie Underwood - Some Hearts | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Kenny Chesney - The Road and the Radio | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Nickelback - All the Right Reasons | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Mariah Carey - The Emancipation of Mimi| download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Black Eyed Peas - Monkey Business | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
- Enya - Amarantine | download: iTunes | CD: Amazon
 Get the innovative Sony Ericsson W600 Walkman Camera Phone for $150 - $150 Buy.com rebate (exp 1/31) - $100 cingular rebate (exp 12/31) = $100 net paid to you when purchased with service plan at Buy.com. The W600 Cellphone features a 1.3 megapixel camera, GSM quad-band support, rich integrated music application, and all necessary cables for data transfers.
If you purchase before Friday December 23, get a free XM Satellite Receiver after rebate too. Shipping for the W600 is free. Rebate forms are included with phone shipment.
 Save with both coupon and rebate discounts on CD/DVD Cases at Amazon. Choose from:
Use Coupon Code: CUSTAPPRSAVE (exp 12/20) on the shopping cart page to get the additional savings. These items ship for free when the total order before savings exceeds $25.
Order by Tuesday December 20 to get the maximum savings. Rebates require purchase by 12/31.
December 16, 2005
 Save $30 off our previous best price (but move fast as it will sell out within hours) and get the Seiko Men's Chronograph Pilot Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch for just $100 + $5 express shipping at Woot.com. Features include a stainless steel case and bracelet, stopwatch, quartz movement, and water resistant to 100 meters. Once it's sold out at Woot, you can still find this model at Overstock for $137 or at Amazon for $128.
 Get the Unlocked Motorola E380 GSM Cellphone for only $100 at Amazon. You can use this unlocked phone with any GSM carrier in the US including T-Mobile and Cingular: just insert your SIM card from your old phone into the E380 to instantly upgrade to this Moto flipphone. This device is compatible with popular pay as you go services as well. The E380 supports the 850 and 1900 MHz GSM bands, includes a color screen (also visible when the phone is closed), and includes a rich set of customization options. Shipping is free.
 Dyson deals are back! Get the new Dyson DC07 Low Reach Vacuum only $365 (after $175 total savings) at Overstock. We've raved before about the Dyson vacuum (it works like a vacuum should). This model features optimized low-reach floor tools for access under furniture.
Order by Wednesday December 21 at Noon Mountain Time for Free expedited shipping.
 Travel in comfort. Get the Philips HN-110 Foldable Noise Canceling Headphones with In-Line Volume Control for just $70 - $28 instant savings = $42. The HN-110 feature a foldable design, noise-canceling circuitry powered by one AAA battery, in-line volume control, and dual-plug airline jack adaptor.
Order by Saturday December 17 and get free standard shipping or upgrade to 2nd day for $4.
 Get the Kodak Z740 EasyShare 5 Megapixel Digital Camera for just $400 - $130 total savings = $270 at Overstock. The Z740 features a 5MP CCD, 10X optical zoom, support for SD card memory plus 32MB of internal memory, USB 2.0 interface, multiple auto format modes, rechargeable battery, and video capture capabilities.
Order by Wednesday December 21 at Noon Mountain Time for Guaranteed Free Delivery by Christmas.
 Save 45% off and get the Creative Labs MuVo TX 512 MB MP3/WMA Player with FM Radio for only $121 - 45% coupon = $78 at Dell Home. The MuVo TX supports both Windows Media WMA and MP3 format audio files and includes a built-in FM radio. It's powered by a single AAA battery and includes a bright backlit LCD display to give you control. It connects to your PC via USB for easy file transfers.
Use Coupon Code: S5P14KFZPKZV4Z on the shopping cart page to get your savings. This coupon expires Wednesday December 21 at 6 AM Central Time or after 3000 uses.
December 15, 2005
 Get the Krups FBC2 Convection Toaster Oven for just $200 - $40 instant savings - $25 coupon savings = $135 at Amazon. The FBC2 is a top-rated oven that is a preferred substitute for a full oven for most meals.
The FBC2 came to our attention as an award winner in this year's I.D. Magazine list of New and Notable Products for 2005. Power rotates among the three heating elements above and below the tray to speed cooking (and it makes excellent toast too).
Use Coupon Code: HOHOHOHO (exp 12/31) during checkout to get the extra $25 savings. Shipping is free. The combination of style, functionality and discount make this a Dealhack Favorite!
 Get the Hewlett Packard PSC 1507 All-In-One Printer for just $60 - $30 rebate (exp 1/31) = $30 at Tiger Direct. The PSC 1507 is a great basic ink jet printer, scanner, and copier for an amazingly low price. It prints at up to 4800x1200 dpi (color) & 1200x1200 dpi (B&W), scans at up to 1200dpi, and copies at up to 18 copies per minute. Shipping adds about $15 depending on destination.
Get a coupon code for a free XM Satellite Radio Activation and a $50 rebate towards the purchase of an XM Receiver, all at Amazon. Right now, get free activation (a $9.99 value) when you activate your XM radio online using activation code XMFREEWEB.
Choose receivers from Delphi XM MyFi, Tao XM2go, Delphi SKYFi2, Pioneer Airware, Audiovox XR9 or Polk XRt12 and receive $50 cash back (exp 21/31). Plus, many of these items ship for free.
 Get the Chef's Choice 7-Piece Steak Knife Set for just $50 - 20% clearance savings = $40. Includes 6 forged steel knives and a hardwood storage box. These top-quality knives are a great value for regular use. Order $99 or more and shipping is free.
Amazon has issued a coupon code worth 5% up to a total savings of $100 for its Electronics Customer Appreciation sale. Lots of products qualify, including items in:
Just add a qualifying item to your Shopping Cart and use this promotional code at checkout: CUSTAPPRSAVE (exp 12/20). Plus, most orders over $25 ship for free.
 Great deals on that all-important flash memory for digital cameras, media players, portable games and PDAs at Buy.com. Choose from:
These items ship for free.
 Get the Westinghouse LTV-27W2 27-inch Widescreen LCD HD-ready TV for only $1100 - $400 instant savings = $700 at J&R Music World. Shipping is a pricey $40, but that still leaves a lot of savings. The LTV-27W2 features a 1280x720 resolution, 16:9 view ratio, DVI connector, and HDCP support. This TV can also be used as a computer monitor.
Get the Logitech mm22 Portable Speakers for iPod for $60 - $30 discount - $10 rebate = $20 at Buy.com. With a feature like "quad micro drivers" and a price of $20 out the door, how can you go wrong? This product ships for free.
 Get the new Sirius S-50 Portable Satellite Radio with Car Kit for just $330 - $16 instant savings - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = $264 at Best Buy. Quantities are limited on-line, but store pick-up is still generally available.
The S-50 lets you listen and record your favorite Sirius radio programs on the go. Also, connect it to a PC and download MP3s for playback through the device too! It's a first generation product, but if you are a Sirius fan (and understand the downsides of bleeding edge tech products) then this might be for you! Shipping is free or pick-up in-store after ordering on-line.
 Save up to 20% off Dimension Desktop PCs at Dell Home. Choose from:
- Save 20% off Dimension Desktop PCs (excluding XPS models) priced at $999+. Use Coupon Code: JX522F1PK83PVD (exp 12/21 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
- Save 10% off Dimension XPS Desktop PCs priced at $999+. Use Coupon Code: 5SXLWGN42DD20M (exp 12/21 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
Both coupons expire Wednesday December 21. Many accessories including displays count against the $999+ requirement. 2-Day Shipping is Free ($24 handling fee still applies).
 Get the LaCie 250GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Design by F.A. Porsche for just $149 - $26 instant savings = $123 at Buy.com. This LaCie disk drive (300728U) features 250GB of storage with an 8MB buffer, 7200 RPM drive speed, USB 2.0 interface, and both Mac and PC compatibility. All necessary cables are included.
Shipping is free too!
 We've mentioned the Canon Triple Rebate deal at Amazon a few times in reference to specific Canon Cameras. Frankly, the rebate deal is worth taking a look at all by itself. Follow the Dealhack link to a list of qualifying cameras, lenses and accessories. Get up to $600 cash back as follows:
- Buy one qualifying item to get a single rebate.
- Buy two qualifying items and double the rebate on each.
- Buy three qualifying items and triple the rebate on all three.
The rebate form also lists the qualifying products and conditions (exp 1/15/06). Plus, most of these items ship for free.
 The notebook deals continue! Save $250, $500 or $750 off on select Dell Inspiron Notebook PCs at Dell Home. Choose the coupon based on the pre-savings price of the model you configure:
- Save $750 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $1999+. Use Coupon Code: CC2$$MRTCWJ5FD (exp 12/21 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
- Save $500 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $1499+. Use Coupon Code: 5KTG5F4TX8339P (exp 12/21 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
- Save $250 off on your Inspiron Notebook PC priced at $999+. Use Coupon Code: TJMKTQR$LKHX0R (exp 12/21 6 AM CT or 4000 uses).
Coupons not valid on Inspiron XPS configurations. Choose from the Inspiron 9300, 6000, 600m, 700m, and more. These discounts expire Wednesday December 21 at 6 AM Central Time.
December 14, 2005
Get the Kingston 512MB Data Traveler USB Drive for $37 - $10 discount - $7 rebate = $20 at Buy.com (exp 12/17).
Shipping is free. This rebate offer expires Saturday December 17.
Get the Celestron PowerSeeker 114 EQ Telescope for $174 - $60 = $114 at Amazon. This item is a good entry-level telescope for budding astronomers. It is reasonably priced yet powerful. The 114EQ includes 3x Barlow Lens (1.25"), 20mm eyepiece, 4mm eyepiece, and an aluminum tripod with an accessory tray.
It features a Newtonian optical design with a 114mm aperture and 900mm focal length. The all-glass optical components with high transmission coatings enhance image brighness and clarity. Plus, it ships for free.
 Get the classic design book How to See by George Nelson for just $30 at Design Within Reach. In this exclusive new edition based on the classic 1977 title, explore over 50 chapter-length essays with extensive collections of photos culled from Nelson's collection. It's a tremendous introduction to design and makes an outstanding gift.
This special edition of How to See is available solely from Design Within Reach.
 Get the Motorola ROKR E1 GSM iTunes Music Camera Cellphone plus free Bluetooth Headset for $80 - $80 rebate (exp 1/31) = Free with Cingular service order at Buy.com. Not good enough? Get a free XM Satellite Radio with your purchase too!
The ROKR works seemlessly with iTunes on both Macs and PCs to give you access to your music whenever and wherever you have your phone. Both headphones and the needed data cable are included. Your purchase also includes a free Wireless Bluetooth Headset.
The cellphone and bluetooth headset will ship for free. The rebate form is in the box.
 Get the TiVo TCD540040 Series2 40-Hour Digital Video Recorder for just $170 - 5% coupon - $150 rebate (exp 1/7) = $12 at Amazon. The TCD540040 supports all of Tivo's newest features including support for streaming media, Tivo-To-Go, and remote scheduling.
Also available:
Use Coupon Code: CUSTAPPRSAVE during checkout to get your extra savings. This special discount expires Tuesday December 20.
December 13, 2005
 Get the Lexar 2GB JumpDrive Secure II USB Flash Drive for just $115 - $30 rebate (exp 12/24) = $85 at PCMall. The Lexar JumpDrive includes Secure II Security Software on the drive which can be used on PCs or Macs to encrypt contents stored on the JumpDrive.
 Get the Kodak EasyShare C340 5.0 Megapixel Digital Camera for just $230 - $70 instant savings = $160 at Buy.com. The best selling EasyShare C340 covers all of the important basics including 5 megapixel image capture, video at up to 640x480 resolution, 3x optical zoom, and multiple shooting modes to make capturing the perfect picture as easy as possible. Shipping is free.
Get a factory-reconditioned InFocus SP4800 ScreenPlay Video Projector for $1,000 - $400 = $600 at Amazon. Experience stunning projection images up to 12 feet across at 800 x 600 SVGA resolution. Perfect for use with your satellite receiver, DVD, VCR, camcorder, or gaming console.
 Get the Samsung ML-2010 Compact Personal Laser Printer for the amazing price of $130 - $10 sale - $50 rebate (exp 12/31) = $70 at Buy.com. The ML-2010 features USB port for PC or Mac connectivity, support for printing on paper from 3x5 to 8.5x14, 1200x600 dpi B&W printing, and drivers for Mac OSX, Windows, and Linux. This entry-level printer is great for basic business and home printing needs. Shipping is free on this printer.
Get the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5 5MP Digital Camera with 12x Image Stabilized Optical Zoom for $500 - $150 = $350 at B&H Photo. Choose from black or silver.
According to Keven Kelly, this camera has a secret following among Silicon Valley billionaire gadget freaks. It's easy to see why - the Lumix FZ5 has a high quality Leica lense with an amazing 12x optical zoom and image stabilization to insure crisp shots. It stores images on Secure Digital (SD) cards and is powered by a Lithium-Ion battery pack. It also has super-fast shutter times: .008 seconds to release (not including AF time) and .4 seconds between shots.
There is also a special rebate coupon to send in for a free 512MB SD card.
 Looking for a more authentic barista exprience? Ready to commit to your coffee? Then this is for you! Get the Saeco Vienna Superautomatica Espresso & Cappuccino Machine for just $600 - $150 savings = $450 at Chef's Catalog. The Superautomatica grinds, doses, tamps, brews and dispenses all in one simple system. This item, like all orders over $99 at Chef's Catalog, will ship for free.
 Get the Krups Allegro Espresso Maker (search for item # 1883689) for $50 - 20% coupon = $40 at Linens 'N Things. Ideal for home use. Make espresso, cappuccino, lattes and more with this stream-driven coffee maker. Use Coupon Code: 932100000000 during checkout to get your 20% off savings. Through December 17, get free ground shipping on orders of $150+.
 Today only, upgrade to 2-Day Shipping for free for all Photo Gift Orders at Snapfish. Use Coupon Code: UPGRADE during checkout. You will receive 2-Day shipping, but only pay standard shipping rates!
This special coupon expires Tuesday December 13.
 Save 15%, 20% or 25% off select Latitude and Insprion Notebook PCs at Dell Business. Choose from:
This discounts expire Wednesday December 14 at 11 PM Central Time. The Latitude Notebooks are rarely discounted in this way so act now if you want one of these business optimized PCs.
 Get free standard shipping on orders over $79 at Cooking.com between now and midnight PST 12/15. On the site, they are advertising shipping for $4.99 but use coupon code "C82825" at checkout.
If you use standard shipping and order by midnight PST 12/15, Cooking.com guarantees arrival by Christmas. If you live in California, Nevada, Arizona or Utah, you can order up to 12/19. For deadline info on other merchants, check out the complete Dealhack list of holiday shipping deadlines.
 This week's top ten book titles at Amazon.
Check Dealhack each Tuesday to find the new Best Sellers.
- The Chronicles of Narnia Boxed Set - C.S. Lewis (Children's Fiction)
- Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln - Doris Kearns Goodwin (History)
- The Year of Magical Thinking - Joan Didion (Memoir)
- Freakonomics : A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything - Steven D. Levitt, Stephen J. Dubner (Economics)
- Rachael Ray 365: No Repeats (Cookbook)
- 1776 - David McCullough (History)
- Teacher Man: A Memoir - Frank McCourt (Memoir)
- A Million Little Pieces (Oprah's Book Club) - James Frey (Memoir)
- The Silver Spoon (Cookbook)
- Our Endangered Values - Jimmy Carter (Politics)
December 12, 2005
Get Roxio Easy Media Creator 8.0 for $100 - 30% - $20 competitive/upgrade rebate = $50 at Buy.com (exp 3/31/2007). The list of upgrade products is found on the rebate form.
Roxio Easy Media Creator Suite contains fully integrated technology from over twenty products; it is a tool for controlling digital media faster and with more flexibility than ever before. It is used to edit, back up, burn or copy video, photos, music, and data. Plus, it ships for free.
Get the Canon EOS 20D 8.2MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens for $1,700 - $320 - $100 rebate = $1,280 at Amazon (exp 1/15). With an all-new 8.2 MP CMOS Sensor, a 0.2 second start-up time and 5 fps performance for up to 23 consecutive frames, this camera has been designed to capture richly detailed, perfectly exposed images with speed formerly found only in cameras several times the price.
As mentioned recently (regarding the EOS Digital Rebel XT), Canon has a unique rebate offer which can save you even more money. Buy the EOS 20D plus another qualifying item to double the rebates on both items; add a third to triple the rebates on all three. See the list of qualifying Canon digital SLR cameras and accessories. Save up to $600 by stacking these rebates. This deal also gives you access to free postersize prints from Shutterfly. Plus, this item ships for free.
 Great for gifts for others or for yourself: save on magazine subscriptions at NetMagazines. Choose from three great coupon offers:
Coupons expire Sunday December 18. Combine these coupons with the 5 subscriptions for $30 or 5 premium subscriptions for $49 (before savings) for best results!
 Save 25% or 50% off with free shipping on Holiday Cards. Act fast to get this deal before it's too late! Your options:
Choose the discount that best fits your timeline. Specials valid through Saturday December 31.
Get the Konica Minolta Maxxum 7D 6MP Digital SLR w/ Anti-Shake Technology & AF 28-100mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for $1,800 - 38% - $200 rebate = $920 at Amazon (exp 12/31).
This is the first digital SLR camera with body-integral antishake technology and a CCD-shift mechanism. Features a 2.5-inch LCD large-screen monitor and 6-megapixel resolution for photo-quality 14-by-19-inch enlargements. Full compatibility with the Maxxum system of lenses and accessories. Plus, this item ships for free.
Get Norton Internet Security 2006 for $52 - $20 competitive/upgrade rebate = $32 at Buy.com (exp 12/31). The rebate is available to previous owners of a stand-alone or pre-loaded version of any Norton or Symantec software or another company’s antivirus, firewall, antispam, antispyware, utility, or back up software product.
Extra bonus: Buy.com will include a free copy of the Symantec Guide to Home Security (a $20 value). Plus, the entire order ships for free.
 Get the Samsung HL-R5067W 50-inch DLP HD-Ready Projection Television with Digital Cable Ready Tuner for $2,700 - $1,000 = $1,700 at Amazon. This is a beautiful lightweight HDTV with a slim design to fit where others don't. It featuers two-tuner Picture-in-Picture (resizeable window ranges from a small box in the corner up to a full side-by-side split screen) and has an array of in/output options for maximum connectivity.
It is shipped at a cost of $200 using Amazon's premium delivery service. With the delivery, the total cost is $1,900 - the cheapest we have found from any nationally-known online retailer.
 Get the Dell Axim X51v Windows Mobile Handheld PDA for $499 - 30% coupon = $349 at Dell Home. Other configurations are also available. The Axim X51v features 3.7-inch LCD with VGA graphics, Bluetooth, 802.11b WiFi, 624 MHz Intel processor, 256MB ROM with Windows Mobile 5.0, and 64MB SDRAM. Use Coupon Code FR35VKB7BRVR9M (exp 12/13 12/16 6 AM CT or 2000 uses) on the shopping cart page to get your savings.
Updated: This special discount expires Tuesday December 13 at 6 AM Central Time Friday December 16 at 6 AM Central Time.
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