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January 28, 2016

Must-Have Moisturizers for Winter Weather

Winter is a time for sledding, reading by the fireplace and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with marshmallows, but it’s also a time that our skin tends to dry out. A tight, dry feeling can plague the face, hands and feet which can cause discomfort, flaking or cracking. The low humidity levels draw the moisture from the skin, leaving us quenched. Luckily, the right moisturizer can keep your skin from getting dry and we’ve rounded up these best-sellers for you to try. Don’t forget to shop online and get Cash Back at Ebates on all your beauty and skincare needs.

For Your Face:

Keep your face moisturized all winter long to prevent tightness or flaking. Sunscreen protection is also still important in the winter months, so make sure your daily moisturizer has at least SPF 15 to protect from harmful sun rays.

Aveeno Active Naturals Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 15

This lightly-scented, oil-free moisturizer is gentle enough for daily use, provides your skin with sun protection and will keep you moisturized during the dry winter months.

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Hydrating Serum

First Aid Beauty’s hydrating gel instantly infuses skin with optimal hydration for soft, smooth and youthful-looking skin.

Clinique Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator

Clinique’s cream-gel hydrator instantly rehydrates while helping fortify and repair skin’s moisture barrier to keep moisture in and environmental irritants out.

Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Night Recovery Cream Moisturizer

Moisturize while you sleep with this night recovery cream as the super-hydrating formula penetrates 10 layers deep to regenerate surface skin cells.

For Your Body:

Avoid the discomfort of dry elbows and knees during the cold weather by moisturizing quickly after taking a shower or bath. This helps lock the moisture in and keep you from having thirsty skin.

Kiehl’s Creme de Corps Soy Milk & Honey Whipped Body Butter

For deep moisturization, this Kiehl’s whipped body butter instantly penetrates to restore, protect and soften skin.

Curel Ultra Healing Intensive Moisture Lotion

Ideal for severely dry skin, this lotion repairs and renews dry skin, immediately leaving your skin feeling soft, supple and restored.

Nivea Essentially Enriched Body Lotion

Enriched with natural sea minerals and almond oil, this body lotion transforms dry skin into healthier-looking, more nourished and hydrated skin.

Molton Brown Hydrate Desert Bloom Body Quencher

Quench your skin’s thirst with this lotion from SkinStore infused with African desert plant extracts to help soften, hydrate and protect.

For Sensitive Skin:

If you find yourself dealing with sensitive skin prone to breakouts, eczema or other ailments, make sure your products are designed to fit your needs.

Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Daily Calming Moisturizer

Delight your skin with this daily calming moisturizer including cucumbers, sweet almond and aloe extract to give yourself a healthy glow. This moisturizer does not can any paraben, petroleum or SLS and is 99.6% natural making it perfect for those with sensitive skin of any kind.

Kiehl’s Skin Rescuer

Reduce the visible signs of stress on your face with this daily hydrator which helps significantly improve overall skin quality, dryness and blotchiness.

Eucerin Eczema Relief Body Creme

If you suffer from dry, itchy eczema-prone skin, this body creme uses natural oatmeal, Ceramide-3 and Licochalcone to relieve, strengthen and sooth red, irritated skin. It is gentle enough for every day use and is free of fragrance, steroids and dyes.

Bliss Naked Body Butter

This paraben and fragrance free body butter available at Macy’s will restore moisture to even the most rough and scaly skin, leaving the skin soft and hydrated without feeling greasy.

Prices and Cash Back percentages are subject to change.

January 26, 2016

The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering Your Closet

It’s never too early to indulge in spring-cleaning fever! But if you’re intimidated by that hot mess of dresses, shoes, bags and bulky outerwear you’ve got in your closet, just relax. Like any massive project, decluttering your closet works best when you have a plan before diving in. Here are seven tried-and-true tricks to help you get your closet reorganized and fashionably efficient, plus a few essentials you can get with Cash Back at Ebates to get to the job done right.

1. Host a Clothing Swap

One girl’s “leave it” is another girl’s “love it.” Kill two birds with one stone and invite your besties over to take some gently worn items off your hands while you help yourself to some of theirs. It’s a fun (and cheap!) way to kick-start your spring wardrobe.

2. Take It One Section at a Time

Rather than pull everything out of your closet and find yourself instantly overwhelmed, work on one area at a time. That way, you can even spread the project over multiple days. Maybe start with shoes first, then the top shelf, then the bottom drawer and so on. Baby steps, ladies.

3. Apply the One-Year Rule

If you haven’t worn a piece in a full 365, consider getting rid of it. If you never got the itch to mix it into your outfits that whole time, chances are you never will. Say buh-bye. Also try hanging all your clothes in one direction. As you wear things, put them back hanging the opposite direction. In another year, you will easily see what you haven’t worn so you can get rid of those items too.

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4. Put Things Away in Groups

After the big purge, restock your closet by grouping things into categories. All sweaters go in this drawer, all dresses hang in this section, etc. Another option is to group by color. Consider your thought process in putting outfits together and do what makes sense for you.

5. Get a Belt Rack

Even if you don’t have a lot of belts, these screw-in belt racks are great for hanging bags and scarves that would otherwise likely take up floor space.

6. Store With Space Bags

If there are some items that need to be taken out of your seasonal rotation but you are running out of room, get some large space bags to vacuum pack these pieces. It’ll keep them safe from moisture and dust, and, most importantly, it will shrink them down to size.

7. Basement Storage With a Bag of Chalk

If you’re storing clothes in a chest or basement, put a few pieces of chalk (it doesn’t have to be colored) in a cloth bag to add to your clothes. This will soak up excess moisture in the air and keep your clothes fresh and dry.

How do you plan to tackle your closet overhaul? Let us know in the comments section!

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January 13, 2016

The Survival Guide to Cold and Flu Season

Nobody enjoys getting sick. While it may sound nice to take the day off and stay in your pajamas at home, when cold and flu symptoms are added in, you usually end up being just plain miserable. From stuffy noses to painful coughs, having the flu or a cold can end up keeping you from your daily routine longer than you want. We’ve got some tips to help you survive cold and flu season without having to live inside a bubble.

Get a Flu Shot

A flu and a cold are very different. More than 100 different viruses can cause a cold, where as only influenza virus types A, B and C cause the flu. The flu vaccine is designed to protect against the flu strains health experts believe will be most widespread each season. Yes, you might have a sore arm for a day or two (massage the area gently before and after the shot to prevent soreness) or feel a bit achy the next day, but you can not catch the flu from the vaccine.

Wash Your Hands – A Lot

Wash your hands, over and over again. Wash your hands so much you start to get tired of doing it. Even if you aren’t in a job environment where you work closely with people, germs can stay on objects you touch regularly. Make sure when washing your hands to use soap and scrub hard for at least 20 seconds. Scrub between your fingers, the back of your hands and even under your fingernails.

Use Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer

While the preferred method of getting rid of cold and flu germs is with soap and water, sometimes you can’t always have this on hand. A quick spritz of hand sanitizer is also essential for those who use public transit, where germs can collect in the close environment.

Clean Your Surroundings

Sanitize your surroundings. A cough or sneeze can send germs flying, so sanitize the objects you touch daily. Think of your keyboard, mouse, mousepad, cell phone, doorknobs, light switches, coffee mugs, etc. These can be germ hoarders and you don’t want that on your desk.

Sneeze Into Your Elbow

Sneezing or coughing into your sleeve is the best way to stop the spread of germs from a sneeze or cough when you do not have a tissue. When you sneeze into your hands, you risk touching your face or objects. It might seem hard to break the sneezing into your hand habit, but trust us, it’s worth it. You’re bettering your health and the health of those around you.

If you have fallen under the evil spell of a cold or flu, it’s good to be prepared. When you’re feeling achy in bed, the last thing you’ll want to do is head to the drugstore to get medicine and soup. Build a Cold and Flu Survival Kit filled with medicine, warm socks and all types of flu-killing products. We have a few suggestions on what to put in your kit with Cash Back at Ebates, but feel free to add whatever you like to kick that cold!

Stock up on all these cold and flu essentials at online pharmacy’s like Walgreens or Drugstore.com. If you need to buy for the whole family, get your items in bulk at discount stores like Kmart or Walmart. Don’t forget to use Ebates to get Cash Back on all your online purchases and stay healthy this winter!

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January 12, 2016

Where to Shop Tax Filing Essentials

Tax season is just around the corner, but there’s no need to panic! Get great deals online from these stores for all your tax prep essentials with Cash Back at Ebates.

Best Buy

In need of new tech to make tax preparation go smoothly? Head to Best Buy! For everything from tax filing software to printing supplies, Best Buy has the top brands and the tech support to back it up.

Savings Tip: Head to Best Buy’s Deals section to get awesome savings like Hottest Deals, Deal of the Day and to check out their Weekly Ad with the best offers, all in one place!

Office Depot

You know Office Depot is a great place to get all your office essentials, but did you know you can also score great deals on tax filing essentials? Grab highlighters, folders and anything else you need to stay organized all year long plus the software to handle your state taxes and federal tax return.

Savings Tip: Check out Office Depot’s Hot Deals of the Week to cash in on their best bargains!

Walmart is a great one-stop shop for all your tax season essentials. Whether you’re looking for office supplies, the hottest tax filing software or a fun reward to motivate you to crank out your tax return in one sitting, Walmart has got you covered at an incredible price.

Savings Tip: Walmart offers super everyday low prices plus free shipping and free returns. Don’t miss the Daily Savings Center for today’s biggest deals online at Walmart.

Dell

Power up with a new laptop or desktop computer from Dell and process your taxes in no time!

Savings Tip: With awesome deals, coupons and free shipping offers, you’ll have the computing power you need to finish your tax returns and a fabulous computer when you’re done. Win-win!

Rakuten

Check out mega online market Rakuten to get everything you need to keep your tax records in order year-round plus fabulous tech, tablets and more.

Savings Tip: Sign up for Rakuten Super Points for free and earn points redeemable toward future purchases every time you shop.

Staples

For everything from office essentials like printers and paper to the software you’ll need to do your taxes, Staples has great deals online.

Savings Tip: Shop Deals online at Staples to find coupons, weekly specials, everyday bargains and clearance prices on everything you need for tax season and beyond!

eBay

You probably already know that eBay is an incredible place to find just about anything, but did you know that eBay is also a great source for tax prep essentials? Get amazing deals on software, office supplies and all the other goods you need to survive tax season.

Savings Tip: Head to the Daily Deals section to get eBay’s lowest prices on tax season essentials like computers, tablets, software and more!

TurboTax

Want to speed through your state and federal tax returns like a pro? With TurboTax’s powerful software, tax filing is a cinch.

Savings Tip: Get started for free at TurboTax. Plus simple 1040EZ/1040A returns are free!

H&R Block

H&R Block’s reputation precedes them as one of the biggest names in the tax prep game. The good news for you is that they are there to make your life and tax season easier!

Savings Tip: Need to file a simple federal tax return? At H&R Block, simple federal tax returns are free!

TaxACT

Ready to maximize your refund and make tax filing a breeze? Head to TaxACT to get incredible savings on preparing and filing your state and federal tax returns.

Savings Tip: TaxAct offers their powerful online tax software for preparing simple state taxes and federal tax returns for free. Check it out!

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December 11, 2015

A Laid-Back Gift Guide for the Indoorsy Type

We’ve all got a few introverted people in our lives. Seeing them outside the comfort of their own abode is like spotting a unicorn. They are the masters of the solo Netflix binge. They live for lounge wear and wouldn’t be caught dead in heels or dress shoes. And while this holiday gift guide for the hermits on your list may only encourage behaviors that keep you from seeing them IRL, rest assured these gifts will be instant hits. That’s what holiday shopping is all about, right? Check out these clever, convenient and comfy holiday gift ideas with Cash Back at Ebates that will make staying in just a little sweeter.

Sofa Arm Tray

End tables, schmend tables. Too much reaching. Now you’ve got access to your snacks and drinks with just a little less effort.

Theater Popcorn Kit

Getting theater-style popcorn used to mean actually, you know, going out and dealing with people. Now, there’s no human interaction required and you get the best seat in the house. Your seat in your house.

Teak Bathtub Tray Caddy

Bath time has never been more luxurious. This rack holds your book or magazine, beverage, razor, bath brushes and anything else you need to melt into some Me Time.

Netflix Nachos and Naps Tee

Tell the world you’re a lazy slob without ever looking like one. This chic graphic tee can be dressed down with jeans or decked out with a skirt and statement necklace for those exciting nights out on the…oh yeah. Never mind. Stick with the jeans.

Hipster Coloring Book

When you’re a shut in, it helps to have a variety of activities that not only stimulate your brain, but keep you from getting bored and experiencing the disturbing desire to actually go outside. Color some ironic pictures instead! That yen for human interaction will dissipate in no time.

Beer-Making Kit

Another dilemma of not wanting to leave the house is what happens when you need to meet some basic needs, like a cold glass of beer. Brew your own! Share with no one.

A List of TV Shows to Binge Watch Before You Die

As if you needed any help or encouragement when it comes to the copious amount of TV you already watch, this complete guide to can’t-miss, classic TV shows will keep you occupied for the next decade.

Marshmallow Out USB Foot Warmers

Need ‘smore heat? These babies plug into your laptop to warm those tootsies. Thank goodness. You were about to actually leave the couch to mess with the thermostat.

Loveliest Lounging Robe in Glamour

Style or comfort? Why not have the best of both worlds with this Betsey Johnson robe that looks like a couture dress and wears like a comfy cloud.

Logitech Harmony 650 Universal Remote

Extra remotes only result in one thing—time wasted looking for them that would be spent on more media consumption. Avoid this tragedy with this state-of-the-art universal remote.

Not Today Graphic Baseball T-Shirt

“Hey, wanna grab a coffee?” “Come out to the club!” “Let’s go see a movie.” Simply point to the shirt. Asked and answered.

GUNNAR Optiks Gaming Glasses

We had to show some love for the gaming gurus out there whose favorite method of interaction is through a headset on team mode. These glasses feature amber-tinted lenses that prevent glare with an antireflective coating.

A Snack Subscription

Going down to the corner store for your caloric recharge is now a thing of the past, and healthier to boot. A Graze subscription box provides wholesome, tasty snacks delivered right to your door!

The Timeless Gift of Pizza Delivery

Is there no greater joy then when the pizza arrives? Yes! When it’s free! Gyft offers gift cards from various restaurants that deliver hot meals, including but not limited to your favorite circular culinary creation. Did you know Burger King delivers now?!

Ebates has you covered for all your gifting needs this holiday with coupons, promo codes and Cash Back!

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December 9, 2015

Ugly Christmas Sweaters Yule Absolutely Love

Oh the joy of the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party. Leave the suit and tie back at the office, the heels in the closet and don a comfy, albeit hideous, holiday sweater. Years ago, people flooded the thrift stores to find vintage Christmas sweaters decked out with wreaths, reindeers and yule tide joy. Today, you can shop online for hundreds of styles from iconic to ironic. Here are 12 of our top picks to help narrow down your search for a so-ugly-it’s-fabulous holiday sweater. Don’t forget to shop online with Ebates to get Cash Back on all your holiday outfits and gifts!

NYC Alliance Snowman Pullover Christmas Sweater

While traditional holiday sweaters typically don a Fair Isle pattern, this sweater showcases artwork that looks as if it was made in MS Paint. A true gem in our eyes.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Kit

Want to get crafty this year with your sweater? This kit gives you everything you need to add your own creative touch, complete with jingle bells, pom poms and googly eyes.

ICUP Green Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater Apron in Black

Planning to be the master chef this winter? This apron allows you to still be in the holiday spirit without getting too hot in an itchy sweater.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Shirt or Hoodie

We get it, you’re over the ugly Christmas sweater trend. But a tiny part of you still wants to participate. Choose from either a t-shirt or hoodie with an ugly Christmas sweater pattern and you can show your disdain for having to go to a themed party while still having fun.

By Design Long-Sleeve Cool Santa Christmas Sweater

Hey, Santa is cool! He’s so cool that he even wears sunglasses. What makes this sweater even cooler? Pom poms.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Wine Bottle Outfits

Be the life of the party by bringing along some wine. Make your wine the best dressed at the party with these adorably ugly wine bottle sweaters. The best of both worlds.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Vest – Santa Claus

Take your sweater game up a notch with a sweater vest and get your jolly on. You’ll be the happiest Santa around!

Santa Headshot Ugly Christmas Sweater

What’s red, green and white all over. This ugly Santa headshot sweater! All you need to complete this outfit is a big grin.

Christmas Tree Ugly Pet Sweater

Get Fido in on the fun this year with this adorable argyle ugly sweater. Trust us, he’ll love it. Really.

Ugly Christmas Sweater ‘Menorah’ Crewneck Sweater

If you celebrate Hanukkah instead of Christmas, don’t fret! Let everyone know at the party that you prefer to celebrate for eight days instead of one.

Star Wars AT-AT Walker Holiday Sweatshirt

Excited for the new Star Wars movie? This AT-AT sweater will show everyone you’re in the Christmas spirit and know how to use the force.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Keg Snowman Sweater with LED Motion Lights

Igloo? Check. Snowman with a keg? Check. LED lights that are triggered by movement? Check. Get ready for a rockin’ cool time!

Prices and Cash Back percentages are subject to change.

November 25, 2015

The Wordsmith’s Holiday Gift Guide

So you’ve got a writer on your holiday shopping list. Those darn creatives can be so hard to please. But rest assured, no matter how eccentric your beloved bookworm may be, they will literally love these unique gifts in our complete holiday gift guide for authors, essayists, journalists and bibliophiles. And as always, these amazing gifts for writers come with Cash Back at Ebates.

Writer’s Block Journal

See what they did there? This punny notebook will help your them journal through those rough patches when they can’t seem to string a single sentence together without hitting delete a million times.

Waterproof Notepad

If their best ideas come when they least expect it, don’t risk them slipping away in the time it would take them to grab a towel. This waterproof pad and pencil is ready to record their genius…or just remind them to buy shampoo.

Book Print Scarf

Actions may speak louder than words but fashion speaks louder with word prints! This super soft scarf will tell the world, “Hey. I read.”

Guide to Literary Agents 2016

Keep it practical and show your support with this complete guide to scoring their very own literary agent. This shows way more confidence in their life choices than a gift card to Red Lobster.

iCyberry Laser Projection Keyboard

There is nothing worse than having a flood of brilliance come to you, only to find your only way of capturing it is with your smartphone. This projection keyboard is portable so you can turn any Starbucks table into a writer’s den.

Shirt of Encouragement

Being a professional writer (or aspiring to be one) is rough stuff, guys. Any form of support is crucial. Help them be their own cheerleader with this clever tee so they can look in the mirror and tell the reflection,
“I got this…Also it’s laundry day.”

Book Cover Phone Case

It may be just a clever phone case, but it also gives them the gift of their dreams–their name on a hard cover. Plus, how smart will they look while crushing candy on their morning commute?

Kate Spade New York Quotes Pen Set

Add a little flare to their work space with these playful Kate Spade pens featuring the sayings From The Desk Of, So Well Composed, To Whom It May Concern, Yours Sincerely and What’s The Word.

1928 Pen Necklace

The pen is mightier than the sword AND it makes a far better accessory. This opulent necklace from 1928 Jewelry will give their look a vintage yet functional touch. She’ll never be put on the spot when asked for an autograph now.

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November 20, 2015

The Best Cyber Monday Deals on Electronics

Once you’ve had your fill of turkey and dressing, it’s time to buckle in for all of the holiday deals and savings coming your way. Make this year the one that puts all others to shame with the monumental savings you’ll find at retailers all over. But if long lines and massive crowds aren’t your thing, you can shop from the comfort of your home with incredible online shopping discounts and earn Cash Back at Ebates for the upcoming Cyber Monday.

If electronics deals are at the top of your shopping list (and let’s face it, who doesn’t want the latest electronics around?!) then this guide is for you. Manned with this list of the best Cyber Monday deals around, you will reign supreme this holiday season.

Laptop Deals

This year’s laptop deals are bound to be pretty spectacular. Whether you’re looking for the latest 2-in-1 laptop deals or just want to get a reliable and durable laptop, the holiday season will have plenty of Cyber Monday deals.

Your favorite big box stores, like Best Buy, Staples and OfficeMax, will feature additional savings online. But don’t shy away from the likes of Arrow Direct, where you’ll find the ultimate selection of refurbished laptops that are sure to meet the needs of anyone on your list. You can even customize your gift with a laptop from Dell or Alienware. To bring you the best laptop deals, many stores will offer bundle specials, allowing you to get even more bang for your buck.

TV Deals

Televisions are always a holiday gift hot item, but there’s no need to shop doorbuster sales when the ultimate TV deals can be found through online shopping. Get savings on everything you need for your home entertainment system this Cyber Monday.

Walmart will feature TV deals on hot names like Samsung, LG, Panasonic, Vizio, Sony and more. You’ll even find special savings on surround sound systems and wall mounting hardware so your gifting experience can go to the next level. Overstock won’t disappoint either with deals on 4K Ultra HD televisions, Curved TVs, OLED televisions and even outdoor projection equipment.

Video Game Deals

Video games are always a favorite amongst kids, teens and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a deal on a new console or the latest video games, you’ll have plenty of special offers to choose from on Cyber Monday. You’ll find savings on the season’s hottest video games, like Rainbow 6 Siege, Just Cause 3 and more. Whether you’re looking for games for portable systems like Nintendo 3DS XL or Playstation Vita, or you want to add to their arsenal of games for Playstation 4, Xbox One or Nintendo Wii U, plenty of online retailers will have great Cyber Monday deals.

You’ll find incredible savings on video games when you shop at stores like GameStop, Best Buy and CD Universe. Walmart will be sure to extend their department store savings online, so keep a close eye on savings that keep you out of the cold and the chaos.

Smart Phone Deals

Step up your smart phone game with the latest from the big names in smart phone technology. Whether it’s Android, BlackBerry or Microsoft on the wish list, you’ll find incredible savings and earn Cash Back at Ebates. Best Buy will have fantastic pricing on the latest smart phones on the market.

You can even save directly through cellular providers. You can earn Cash Back at Ebates with the biggest names including Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint and US Cellular. And don’t worry, Lifeproof and Skullcandy will be able to help you with all of the accessories you need to pair with your smart phone purchase.

Wearable Electronic Deals

Wearable electronics are one of the most popular items on online shopping lists. The tech junkie on your list will get their electronic fix on the go and you’ll save with Cyber Monday electronics coupons for the latest wearable technology. Expect to find savings on smartwatches, fitness trackers, action camcorders and headphones this upcoming Cyber Monday.

The biggest brands in electronics will have plenty of sales available. Best Buy, Crutchfield and Brookstone feature the latest hot brands. Garmin, Fitbit and more will be marked down with fantastic pricing for Cyber Monday deals. Samsung and Microsoft Store will have their own devices with special savings as well.

Camera Deals

If you’re shopping for a photographer, you’re bound to find items like cameras, lenses, lighting kits and flash units on your list. Get Cyber Monday deals on the hottest camera brands like Canon and Olympus, as well as the gear to go with them.

Adorama features deals on everything from simple point and shoot cameras to the finest full frame DSLR cameras on the market. You can save hundreds on camera bodies at Focus Camera and Beach Camera where you’ll also find free shipping offers and rebate options. You can even save on popular Canon products, including bodies and lenses.

Kids’ Deals

If kids are the top of your shopping list, there are bound to be plenty of hot electronic toys finding their way to your online shopping cart. Walmart will have plenty of Cyber Monday deals for the kiddos in your life. The Disney Store and Fisher Price will have special savings on toys for kids of all ages. Give great education gifts with Cyber Monday deals from Fat Brain Toys and Marbles: The Brain Store. Turn their special gifts into an educational experience that will brighten their day and lead to hours of entertainment.

Big Kids/Adult Deals

Adults love getting their hands on the latest gadgets and gizmos, just like the kids. Shop for the big kid at heart on your list and save with Cyber Monday electronics coupons. Whether you’re shopping for your spouse, your sibling or your parent, you’re bound to find exactly what you need at unbeatable prices.

Best Buy never disappoints with their great selection of Cyber Monday electronic deals. You’ll find savings on items like GPS navigation devices, Bluetooth speakers, KitchenAid mixers and more. Their deals go quickly though, so be sure to check their list of daily deals regularly throughout the day to get the best savings.

Give the gift of an amped up sound system with audio equipment from Crutchfield or find the latest tech innovations at Brookstone. Whatever the upgrade, big or small, great Cyber Monday deals are to be had.

If you have your heart set on a special item for someone, keep an eye out for the best Cyber Monday electronics coupons to pair with incredible daily deals. When you earn additional savings with Cash Back at Ebates, you’ll find the best Cyber Monday deals and save the most money.

November 18, 2015

10 Hottest Tech Gifts for 2015

If you’re a layman (or woman) when it comes to everything high-tech, shopping for the people who are always in the know on the hottest electronics can be daunting. We’ve rounded up some tech gifts that are guaranteed to be a big hit with everyday electronics users and technophiles alike.

For a Smarter Home:

Amazon Echo

There will be quite a few wish lists this holiday season with the Amazon Echo on it. Access information, music, audiobooks, news, weather, traffic, sports and more with this hands-free, voice-controlled device. Echo boasts 7 microphones so it can easily hear you from across the room, even when playing music. Alexa – the brain behind Echo – is built into the cloud, so it is always getting smarter. The more you use Echo, the more it adapts to your speech patters, vocabulary and personal preferences. Think of it as the personal assistant you always wanted!

Belkin WeMo Home Automation Switch and Motion Sensor Bundle

Does your mom ever leave the house without turning off the lights? Maybe your brother prefers to have the lights on when he gets home late? The WeMo Home Automation Switch and Motion Sensor Bundle is the perfect gift for anyone in your life. Set up your electronics to turn on or off from anywhere using your existing Wi-Fi router and any iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. Receive notifications when someone enters or leaves, leaving your home safe and secure. It even helps save energy by powering down frequently used appliances when no motion is detected.

BISSELL SmartClean Robotic Vacuum

Gone are the days of following and picking up after kids, boyfriends and pets. The SmartClean Robotic Vacuum delivers automatic and effortless cleaning whenever you want. This vacuum gets it all too! Its powerful suction and unique brush roll design will gather all the dust, debris and hair so you don’t have to. Schedule your cleanings when its convenient for you and always return to a clean and happy home.

Philips Hue A19 Starter Kit

Set the perfect tone and enhance a moment with the Philips Hue. This personal wireless lighting system allows you to create and control light using your smartphone or tablet. Dim the lights after a long day to relax or celebrate on game day by synching the lights to match your team’s favorite colors. And don’t worry about leaving the house without turning off the lights ever again. Simply switch them off wherever you may be.

For the Gamer:

PlayStation 4 Star Wars Battlefront 500 GB Bundle

One of the most anticipated games of the year just hit the shelves and it is gracing the wish lists of children and adults alike. Star Wars Battlefront lets you fight as the Rebellion or the Empire in a variety of action-packed multiplayer modes. This limited edition PlayStation 4 bundle gets you console and wireless controller inspired by none other than Darth Vader himself. Want even more Star Wars action? This bundle also comes with a voucher containing four Star Wars Classics – Super Star Wars, Star Wars: Racer Revenge, Jedi Starfighter and Star Wars Bounty Hunter. The force is strong with this bundle.

Xbox One 1TB Fallout 4 Bundle

It’s been seven years since Bethesda gave the gaming world Fallout 3. Fallout 4 brings us the next generation of open-world gaming. A fantastic RPG for old fans and new ones alike, Fallout 4 will give players countless hours of entertainment. This Xbox One bundle gives you everything you need to enjoy Fallout 4 as well as a full download of Fallout 3. Grab your Pipboy and set out for a new adventure with this console bundle.

Elgato Game Capture HD60

Live-streaming video games via Twitch and YouTube has become increasingly popular. If someone in your life like to stream their games, the Elgato Game Capture HD60 is a must have. Stream in 1080p quality with 60 fps from your PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and WiiU. Built in live-streaming makes setup easy and ready to go out of the box.

Kingston HyperX Cloud II Headset

Just as a movie wouldn’t be complete without a great soundtrack, the video game experience isn’t complete without amazing surround sound. The HyperX Cloud II will enhance your gaming, movie or music experience with a newly designed USB sound card audio control box that amplifies audio and voice for the optimal gaming experience. Perfect for horror games late at night or team communication in-game, these headphones will take you to the next level.

For Tech Fun:

BB-8 App-Enabled Droid

One of the hottest tech gifts of the season happens to come from one of the most anticipated movies of the year. BB-8 is the perfect droid for any Jedi in your life. Kids and adults alike will love controlling BB-8 with their smartphone or tablet. Featuring voice controls, an adaptive personality, holographic communication and more, BB-8 will quickly capture the heart of many this holiday season.

GoPro Hero+ LCD Camera

The GoPro Hero+ LCD is the perfect gift for anyone hitting the slopes, catching air, or surfing a wave this holiday season. With built in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, touch display and easy sharing to social media sites, the Hero+ LCD delivers 1080p60 video with ease. Capture all the incredibly moments of life and relive them time and time again.

Blue Yeti USB Microphone

If someone in your life is interest in playing instruments, singing or creating podcasts, then the gift of this microphone will change their life. The Yeti captures studio-quality records and features four different pattern settings to record audio that normally would require a setup with multiple microphones. Simple controls and plug and play setup makes it easy to use for the youngest and oldest of creative minds.

Parrot Airborne Cargo MiniDrone

Take to the skies with the Parrot MiniDrone. Customize your MiniDrone before twisting, turning and zooming through the air. Pilots of all ages will enjoy taking control of the MiniDrone with a smartphone or tablet. Take aerial photos in flight with the built-in VGA camera and share with all your family and friends.

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November 16, 2015

15-Minute Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving may be the most annoying holiday. It’s bad enough that you have to spend all day cooking for your relatives, but Thanksgiving has the audacity to come on the day before Black Friday! Seriously, whoever scheduled Thanksgiving should have been a little more considerate than to put it right in front of the biggest and best shopping day of the year.

We know you want to get out of that kitchen and in line at Best Buy, Kohl’s, Kmart or Walmart as soon as humanly possible. Well, not to worry! We’ve got all the tips and tricks you’ll need to cut your Thanksgiving prep time way down so you can start celebrating what the holidays are really all about: unrestrained consumerism. Get ready for your 15-minute Thanksgiving!

Invite Guests — Lots and Lots of Guests

We know what you’re thinking. Guests!? Won’t that be more work for me? Well, not if you put your guests to work. Invite all your friends and relatives over for Turkey Day, then “politely” suggest that since you’re hosting, maybe they could bring a side dish or dessert. Before you know it, you’ve got a table full of chumps who’ve done all your cooking for you.

Buffet Style

Once again, it’s time to put your guests to work. Don’t waste precious minutes individually serving everyone at the table. Set out all your dishes and invite everyone to serve themselves. Setting up your Thanksgiving meal buffet-style is a great way to speed up the day. All your guests can start grabbing food at the same time and get down to eating much quicker. To make it even more fun and casual, forgo the dinner table altogether. Invite guests to eat wherever they please. Football fans can take their turkey into the TV room to keep watching the big game. Kids can huddle in the playroom for their own fun meal. Just have garbage bags stationed everywhere; this will encourage people to throw out their own trash, saving you even more work.

Speedy Bird

Your guests are getting you out of cooking any sides or desserts, but if you’re hosting Thanksgiving, there’s one dish you won’t be able to escape from making: the turkey. As Thanksgiving host, the bird is your solemn responsibility. Luckily, cooking a turkey doesn’t have to be an arduous, all-day event. Explore some alternative, time-saving ways to get the turkey on the table and ready to eat. Deep frying a turkey cuts your cooking time down to an hour. Spatchcocking it (cutting out its backbone and flattening it) will also reduce the bird’s time in the oven. Of course, there’s also the ultimate time saver: buying a pre-cooked bird at the store. Just pop it in the oven with the heat on low before your guests arrive and no one will ever know you didn’t cook it yourself.

Put It On Paper

Cleanup can be a real time-killer on Thanksgiving. Instead of spending hours at the sink scrubbing gravy stains off your mother’s fine china, just dump it all into a garbage bag and be done with it! Simply switch to paper plates and plastic utensils this year. For some extra flare, stop in at your local party store for disposable dinnerware with seasonal designs. Don’t worry about coming off as “low-class.” Just tell people that normal dinner plates make everything too formal and you were going for a more fun, festive and friendly atmosphere this year.

Let the Wine Flow

Let’s get your guests nice and sleepy so they can head home to their nice, warm beds, and you can commence with your Black Friday festivities. The tryptophan in the turkey is a good start, but if you really want to send these freeloaders to snooze town, pour on the wine. Have bottles of it stationed everywhere and constantly be on hand to offer them a quick refill. There are a ton of nice, cheap red wines (the sleepiest of wines) that pair perfectly with turkey. Bottles of Montevina Zinfandel or Planeta La Segreta can both be purchased for under $15. For added effect, slowly turn up the temperature in your house over the course of the meal. Your guests will be ready to go before their second serving of pumpkin pie. (Also, maybe make sure they all have Lyft on their phone.)

And by the way, shopping Best Buy, Kohl’s, Kmart or Walmart online with Cash Back at Ebates will save you even more time to kick back this Thanksgiving.

Sources:

http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/affordable-wines-thanksgiving/planeta-la-segreta-sicily

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