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Amazon again offers its Prime members one early release Kindle eBook per month for free as part of its Kindle First Program. That's $5 under the list prices of these books, which are otherwise only available as preorders. Each month, you can choose from one of six new Kindle eBooks that are selected by Amazon's editors in advance of the books' official release dates. Deal ends June 30.

Fancy Discount via eBay offers the open-box Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note Edge 32GB Android Smartphone in Black, model no. SM-N915T, for $274.99 with free shipping. That's $162 less than a factory-sealed, unlocked unit today. It features a 5.6 inch 1600x2560 curved edge touchscreen LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 2.7GHz quad-core processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB internal memory, 16-megapixel rear-facing camera, 3.7-megapixel front-facing camera, 802.11n wireless, microUSB, microSD card slot, Android 4.4.4 OS (Kit Kat).

Koyota-Up via eBay offers the Mini Bluetooth 4.0 In-Ear Headset in White for $4.40 with free shipping. (Black and beige are available for pennies more.) That's the lowest total price we could find by $5. It features a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, and is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices. Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.

Sigma Cellular via eBay offers the refurbished Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 4 32GB No-Contract Android Smartphone in Black or White, model no. SM-N910T, for $238.98 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for this phone. (It's also the best price we could find for an unlocked refurb today by $6, although many retailers charge well over $300.) It features a Snapdragon 805 2.7GHz quad-core processor, 5.7 inch Quad HD 2560x1440 Super AMOLED, 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.1, 16-megapixel rear camera, 3.7-megapixel front camera, and Android 4.4 OS (KitKat). It's compatible with GSM carriers such as AT&T, T-Mobile, and Cricket.

Amazon takes up to 50% off a selection of apparel, shoes, watches, sunglasses, luggage, and more as part of its Father's Day Gifts Sale. Plus, Prime members bag free shipping on all orders. (Non-members can spend $49 or more to qualify for free shipping; otherwise, shipping starts at around $5.) Discounted brands include Kenneth Cole, Reebok, Tommy Hilfiger, Bulova, Hanes, and Armani. Deal ends June 19.

Walmart offers the Apple iPhone 5s 16GB Prepaid Smartphone for Straight Talk in Space Gray or Silver for $149 with free shipping. That's $301 off, and the lowest total price we've seen for the Straight Talk version of this phone in any condition. It features a 4 inch 1136x640 Retina display, 8-megapixel rear camera, front camera, 1080p HD video recording, Bluetooth, WiFi, and iOS 7.

What would we do without our dads to help fix things around the house? Various eBay sellers continue to take up to 40% off (or more) select new and refurbished power and garden tools, garage storage, security cameras, and home improvement items as part of its For the DIY Dad Sale. (Prices are as marked.) Plus, most items receive free shipping. Click the provided link to navigate directly to this sale and get your dad something cool this year for Father's Day.

Walmart continues to discount a selection of mattresses, electronics, patio furniture, apparel, and more as part of its Memorial Day Super Savings Event. Shipping adds $4.97, or spend $50 or more to bag free shipping. (Select items are available for in-store pickup, and some larger items may incur additional shipping fees.) Discounted items include pools, TVs, camping gear, grills, household essentials, video games, and bikes.

At participating Quiznos locations, buy a regular or large sub or a large salad and get chips and a regular fountain drink for free via the provided printable coupon link. Deal ends June 9.

QualityCellz via eBay offers the refurbished Unlocked HTC Desire 610 8GB Android Smartphone for $54.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen. (It's also $45 below a refurbished unlocked unit today.) It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 4.7 inch 960x540 touchscreen LCD, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, 8-megapixel rear camera, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, microSDHC card slot, front-facing stereo speakers, and Android 4.4 OS (KitKat).

As one of its daily deals, Amazon offers the Unlocked Asus ZenFone 2 Deluxe 128GB 4G LTE Android Smartphone for $269 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $106. This GSM phone features a 5.5 inch 1920x1080 IPS touchscreen, Intel Atom Z3580 2.3GHz quad-core processor, 128GB internal memory, 4GB RAM, 13-megapixel rear- and 5-megapixel front-facing cameras, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, microSD card slot, and Android 5.0 (Lollipop) OS. Deal ends today.

Walmart discounts a selection of outdoor clearance items. (Prices are as marked.) Shipping adds $4.97, but orders of $50 or more qualify for free shipping. (Select items may be available for in-store pickup.) Click the provided link to navigate directly to this sale.

redscorpion_pro via eBay has a 10 pack of Red Scorpion Mini 31 Million Volt Stun Guns for $59.99 with free shipping. Each unit is packaged individually for perfect gift giving. Two sets of four prongs means maximum stun power. Built-in charging means you never have to look for the charging cable. For those with some vision, a flashlight is also built-in. Safety switch prevents accidental discharging. Fits perfect in purse or can be worn on a belt with the included holster. Keep yourself and those you love safe while traveling.

Eone Time continues to release variations on the Bradley, the tactile watch which uses magnetized ball bearings to allow a blind person to identify the current time. The new bradley Element features a 3-dimentional surface at a premium price. According to the description, "The topography of the watch face contours toward each marker in alternating raised and lowered impressions. The redesigned case body is engineered from highly durable, scratch-resistant ceramic and is coated with a PVD plating, adding an extra level of durability." It also features an adjustable, stainless steel mesh strap and an all-black matte finish. The Element will ship in early June for $395. Follow the source link to learn more or to place an order. Thanks to Ka for the tip.

Let's Play videos are a popular trend where gamers will post videos of titles they're playing so others can watch and follow along. Now, a YouTube poster who calls himself Matt has started a new series of Let's Play videos which do the same thing, but with audio descriptions of the action. The Games for Everybody YouTube channel currently features several walkthroughs of his first title, Undertail, a role-playing video game nominated for several awards. Matt both describes the scenes that play out during the game and also reads text that appears.

Another device announced at the CSUN conference is now available, and this one won't break the bank. National Braille Press is now shipping their $18 Tactile Caliper, a 12-inch ruler that can be used to accurately measure within 1/16 of an inch.
Here's a short description direct from NBP. "The winner of our 2013 Touch of Genius Prize for Innovation, this mechanical instrument looks like a traditional Vernier Caliper. Whole inches are embossed in braille across the top of the ruler, while fractions are dynamically displayed in braille on a sliding jaw – as you move the jaw, the braille refreshes to the nearest 16th of an inch."
We discussed the Tactile Caliper near the end of this CSUN podcast with CEO Brian McDonald.

You may have read our original post announcing the BrailleNote Touch. Many of you listened to our interview with Greg Stilson about the BrailleNote Touch at CSUN 2016. Perhaps you listened to the free audio tutorial on the BrailleNote Touch.
Now you can order the BrailleNote Touch which is now shipping. As expected, it's available now for $5,495, the same price as the BrailleNote Apex. For now, the Touch is available in a single configuration with 32 braille cells and a braille keyboard. One could use a USB or Bluetooth keyboard if typing in braille was not their thing.

As part of our CSUN coverage, J.J. did an interview with Peter Korn from Amazon. part of that interview featured Amazon's new screen reader called VoiceView for Fire Tablets. Amazon has now launched a preview of VoiceView for Amazon Fire TV.

For Amazon Prime members, buy five select items through Prime Pantry and bag free shipping via coupon code PANTRYAPR. That's a savings of $6. Choose from groceries, beauty, cleaning supplies, nutrition and wellness, healthcare, and other items. Deal ends today.

Amazon offers its Prime members one early release Kindle eBook per month for free as part of its Kindle First Program. That's $5 under the list prices of these books, which are otherwise only available as preorders. Each month, you can choose from one of six new Kindle eBooks that are selected by Amazon's editors in advance of the books' official release dates; this month's titles include The Butterfly Garden by Dot Hutchison, A House for Happy Mothers by Amulya Malladi, and We're All Damaged by Matthew Norman. Deal ends today.