The Martian was one of io9’s best Sci-Fi books of 2014, and it has a stellar 4.6 star review average on over 8,000 reader reviews. I picked up a copy [The Martian: A Novel (Kindle), $6]
Update: Amazon has raised the price to $8.
Here’s what Charlie Jane had to say:
In a year full of novels about people who are trapped in their circumstances, few characters are more trapped than Mark Watney, the guy who’s left for dead on Mars in Weir’s thrilling novel, which was previously self-published in 2012. What’s great about this book isn’t just that it shows the triumph of ingenuity over impossible circumstances — but also, that it shows how awesome and powerful science can be, and how important it is that we support the work of scientific discovery, including NASA.
Amazon’s new(ish) entry-level Kindle now features a touchscreen, and for a limited time, you can get one for just $59. [Amazon Kindle, $59]
If you’re on the fence, Meg Neal at Gizmodo wrote a great review of this model from the perspective of a paper book-loving holdout.
Civ III, Civ IV, and Civ V all for $17. These are the complete editions, so you get all of the DLC as well. Now go beat down that asshole Gandhi. [Civilization Complete Pack, $17]
https://kotaku.com/why-gandhi-is-such-an-asshole-in-civilization-1653818245
What’s better than one movie? Two movies.
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole / Hugo Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
Clash of the Titans / Wrath of the Titans Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
Harry Potter & Deathly Hallows: Parts 1 & 2 Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
IMAX®: Under the Sea/ IMAX®: Deep Sea 3D Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
IMAX®: To the Arctic (2012) / IMAX®: Born to Be Wild Double Feature($20) | Amazon
This 10,000mAh Kmashi USB charger doesn’t have a ton of brand recognition, but it has solid reviews, and you can’t argue with the price. [Kmashi 10,000mAh Dual USB External Charger, $12]
If you ever stumble around your house at night looking for the light switch, do yourself a favor and pick up a few of these handy motion-sensing LED night lights today.
I have a couple of these around the house, and they’re incredibly convenient. While their adhesive pads allow them to go anywhere, I’d start with the baseboards of your bedroom, inside dim closets, or in the hallway between your bedroom and the bathroom. They’ll light up automatically when you move within 10 feet of them, and shut themselves off once you’re gone.
Today on Amazon, you can choose from two motion-sensing models for $16-$17, and you’ll get a free T-01 touch-sensitive model as a bonus. I personally use the T-01 as under-cabinet lighting in the kitchen, but again, it’ll go anywhere you want it to.
OxyLED T-02 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Wireless Motion Sensing LED Night Light + FREE OxyLED T-01 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Touch Light ($16) | Amazon | Add both to cart and use code BETTER10
OxyLED T-05 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Wireless Motion Sensing LED Night Light + FREE OxyLED T-01 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Touch Light ($17) | Amazon | Add both to cart and use code BETTER11
Everyone should keep some bright LED flashlights handy, and this one even includes a 2600mAh battery that can charge your gadgets over USB. [LOFTEK Cree LED Flashlight with 2600mAh USB Charger, $21 with code R7Z6AY52]
Just want the battery, without the light? [Aukey 3600mAh Portable External Battery, $10 with code VOXIMFK2]
Have a lot of gadgets you need to keep charged? [Bolse 60W/7-Port USB Charging Hub, $33 with code U89WCJX2]
Ready to cut the cord on your headphones? We’ve found three deals on Bluetooth models today, ranging from $179 all the way down to just $20.
Logitech UE 9000 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones ($179) | eBay
Sennheiser MM 400-X Folding Bluetooth Headphones ($135) | Woot
GOgroove BlueVIBE EXS+ (2nd Generation Edition) Bluetooth Stereo Headphones ($20) | Amazon
I bought a Phantom 2 Vision+ a few weeks ago, and I absolutely love it. In fact (shameless plug), I took this photo with it yesterday. Since I got it, I’ve learned that you really need a spare battery and a good carrying case to get the most out of the drone, and this bundle includes both, plus a MicroSD card. [DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ V3.0 Quadcopter with FPV HD Video Camera, 3-Axis Zenmuse H3-3D Gimbal, Hard Case, Spare Battery, and Memory Card, $1390]
If you want to add Bluetooth handsfree and music streaming to your older car, this $25 kit has everything you need. [Aukey Bluetooth 4.0 Wireless Stereo Music Receiver Hands-free Car Kit with Built-in Mic, $25 with YDBACL3D]
Amazon’s taking up to 50% off 7 For All Mankind jeans for both men and women, today only, so go get yourself a pair. [Today Only – Get 50% Off 7 For All Mankind Jeans at Amazon]
Co-Op: Four Best Monitor Mounts
From Kinja Gear: The Simplehuman Wall Mount Paper Towel Holder is stainless steel and mounts in almost any position, including under or on the inside of a cabinet. Best of all, the top comes off with a squeeze, rather than a twist, saving collective years of your life you didn’t spend unscrewing.
https://theinventory.com/simplehuman-makes-a-paper-towel-holder-that-doesnt-suck-1687548478
There’s a countertop model if you don’t want to or can’t wall mount.
Media
Movies & TV
Superman: Doomsday ($10) | Amazon
Nymphomaniac Volume I ($13) | Amazon
The Book Thief ($12) | Amazon
Dr. Who: Last Christmas ($14) | Amazon
Contraband ($7) | Amazon
Jack Reacher ($8) | Amazon
Attack on Titan: Part 1 ($25) | Amazon
Attack on Titan: Part 2 ($25) | Amazon
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole / Hugo Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
Clash of the Titans / Wrath of the Titans Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
Harry Potter & Deathly Hallows: Parts 1 & 2 Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
IMAX®: Under the Sea/ IMAX®: Deep Sea 3D Double Feature ($20) | Amazon
IMAX®: To the Arctic (2012) / IMAX®: Born to Be Wild Double Feature($20) | Amazon
Several Wes Anderson Criterion Blu-rays are down to $20 today | Amazon
Books & Magazines
The Martian: A Novel [Kindle] ($6) | Amazon | One of io9’s Best Sci-Fi Books of 2014
FREE DC Comics Essentials: Superman: Earth One #1 Google Play
Odd Jobs [Kindle] ($2) | Amazon
How To Slay a Dragon: Volume 1 (The Journals Of Myrth) [Kindle] ($2) | Amazon
Bones and Roses ($2) | B&N
Paw Enforcement: K9, Book 1 [audiobook] ($4) | Audible
Apps
Check out our Apps post for the best App Deals
Music
Morning Phase (Beck) ($1) | Google Play
Gaming
Corsair Vengeance M65 Performance FPS Gaming Mouse ($40) | Amazon
Civilization Complete Pack ($17) | Amazon
Several Rockstar Digital Game Downloads are On Sale at Amazon
Diablo III: Ultimate Evil Edition [PS4] ($30) | Amazon
Xbox One Assassin’s Creed Unity Bundle with Second Controller ($350) | Amazon
Trials Fusion ($20) | Amazon
The Last of Us Remastered [Digital Code] ($22) | Amazon
South Park: The Stick of Truth ($20) | Amazon
Find more deals over on Kinja Deals
Tech
Power
REI Mini Travel Surge Protector with Dual USB Ports ($13) | REI
Saicoo® 8A/40W 5-Port Smart Car Charger ($13) | Amazon | Promo code JUAW9TBX
OLALA Y1 3000mAh Power Bank Ultra Compact Portable Charger ($9) | Amazon | Promo code NUA3VPNX
OLALA C5 10000mAh Power Bank + FREE OLALA Y1 3000mAh Power Bank Ultra Compact Portable Charger ($27) | Amazon | Add both to cart and use code QVD7IKN8
LOFTEK Cree LED Flashlight with 2600mAh USB Charger ($21) | Amazon | Promo code R7Z6AY52
Bolse 60W/7-Port USB Charging Hub ($33) | Amazon | Promo code U89WCJX2
Aukey 3600mAh Portable External Battery ($10) | Amazon | Promo code VOXIMFK2
Headphones
Logitech UE 9000 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones ($179) | eBay
Sennheiser MM 400-X Folding Bluetooth Headphones ($135) | Woot
GOgroove BlueVIBE EXS+ (2nd Generation Edition) Bluetooth Stereo Headphones ($20) | Amazon
JLab $5 Grab Bag | JLab
Home Theater
LG 55-Inch 4K 240Hz 3D LED Plus Ultra HDTV ($1300) | eBay
Acer H5380BD 1280×720 HD 3000 ANSI Lumens HDMI 3D Ready Home Theater/Movie DLP Projector ($400) | Newegg
SCEPTRE 32-Inch LED 1080P HDTV with Sound Bar ($262) | Walmart
Computers & Accessories
HP Pavilion x2 Signature Edition 2 in 1 PC w/ 1 Year of Office 365 ($199) | Microsoft
Lenovo 2 in 1 11.6″ Celeron, 2GB, 16GB SSD, TouchScreen Chromebook ($230) | Best Buy
Toshiba Satellite Core i5, 8GB, 1TB, Win 8,1, 14″ TouchScreen Laptop ($600) | Best Buy
BenQ GW Series GW2765HT 27-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor ($349) | Amazon
Acer 32-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) Widescreen Display ($430) | Amazon
Phones and Tablets
GreatShield Stretchable Neoprene Sport Armband Case for iPhone 6 4.7″ ($9) | Walmart
Amazon Kindle ($59) | Amazon
Photography
Focus Camera Deluxe DSLR Soft Shell Gadget Bag ($10) | Focus Camera
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 Lens, Canon Mount ($429) | B&H
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 Lens, Nikon Mount ($429) | B&H
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 Lens, Sony A Mount ($429) | B&H
DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ V3.0 Quadcopter with FPV HD Video Camera, 3-Axis Zenmuse H3-3D Gimbal, Hard Case, Spare Battery, and Memory Card ($1390) | Amazon
Panasonic DMC-GH4-YAGH Lumix DMC-GH4 4K Micro Four Thirds Digital Camera BOdy & DMW-YAGH 4K Video Interface Compact System ($2498) | Amazon
Inventory
Find more deals over on Kinja Deals
Home
Proslat Garage / Sporting Good Racks are on Sale at Woot
Kenmore 4 Burner Gas Grill With Stainless Steel Lid ($200) | Sears
Gewt 45% Off Select Home Air Filters at The Home Depot
OxyLED T-02 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Wireless Motion Sensing LED Night Light + FREE OxyLED T-01 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Touch Light ($16) | Amazon | Add both to cart and use code BETTER10
OxyLED T-05 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Wireless Motion Sensing LED Night Light + FREE OxyLED T-01 DIY Stick-on Anywhere Touch Light ($17) | Amazon | Add both to cart and use code BETTER11
MIU COLOR® Packable Handy Lightweight Nylon Backpack Daypack ($15) | Amazon
Kitchen
Panasonic NN-SN933B Sensor Microwave Oven with Inverter Technology, 2.2 Cubic Feet ($135) | Amazon
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