Tech is expensive; there’s just no way around it. If you want to outfit yourself with the latest and greatest devices, it’s a good idea to look for deals. Thankfully, in the age of the internet, there is always a sale happening somewhere. This week, Groupon is having a “Crash the Site” sale, offering deals on — among other things — high-dollar devices like laptops and televisions at pretty damn good prices. The daily deals are particularly enticing. Here are our picks for some of the best deals they are offering right now.
We’re big fans of the Chromecast here, having awarded it Best Product of 2013, and for good reason. Cord cutting is becoming ever more popular, as people rise up against their cable company oppressors and seize the means of media consumption. Chromecast makes it easy to switch to streaming, with hundreds of apps including Netflix and Hulu, and a blissfully intuitive interface. Best of all, the device is tiny, making it suitable for home or portable use.
Check out our full review (most of which still applies to this first generation model.)
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