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Adaptec Dual TV Tuner PVR 3610 Kit for $64.99 shipped after rebate
Amazon.com has the Adaptec Dual TV Tuner PVR 3610 Kit for $84.99, with free shipping. A $20 rebate cuts the price down to $64.99. This TV tuner connects to a PC, and let's you record up to two television channels simultaneously. This tuner also features an FM tuner, remote, and RCA and S-video inputs. Rebate ends July 31.
Posted Thursday, 03-Apr-2008 11:04 AM ET in Computers/Hardware

Kingston 2GB CompactFlash card for $12.95 shipped
Buy.com offers the Kingston 2GB CompactFlash card for $12.95. With free shipping, we haven't seen a card of this capacity for less elsewhere. New Google Checkout users can get an additional $10 off, yielding a net price of $2.95.
Posted Thursday, 03-Apr-2008 10:59 AM ET in Memory Cards

Adjust-a Measuring Spoons and Cup for $7
IndependentLiving.com has the Adjust-a Measuring Spoons and Cup set for $7 plus about $6 for shipping. That's nearly half off and the lowest price we could find. This three-piece set includes a teaspoon, tablespoon, and measuring cup which all can be adjusted to the needed measurement size.
Posted Wednesday, 02-Apr-2008 10:02 AM ET in Household

720 CD/DVD Hard Storage Case for $44.99 Shipped
MeritLine.com has a 720 disk capacity CD/DVD hard storage case for $44.99. Plus, shipping is free. It has 360 sleeves which hold two CD's or DVD's each and includes cards which help you sort your collection.
Posted Wednesday, 02-Apr-2008 09:55 AM ET in Accessories

A-DATA Speedy 32GB CompactFlash Card for $133.99
For a reader, Newegg.com still has the A-DATA Speedy 32GB CompactFlash Card for $139.99. With about $5 for shipping, it's slightly higher than our last mention, but still the lowest price we could currently find for a card of this capacity. This card should work in devices which support CompactFlash, such as the BrailleNote and Pac Mate family of PDA's.
Posted Wednesday, 02-Apr-2008 09:38 AM ET in Memory Cards

iRobot Roomba 510 Vacuum Cleaning Robot for $159.99
Buy.com has the iRobot Roomba 510 Vacuum Cleaning Robot for $159.99. With free shipping, we weren't able to find this particular Roomba for less elsewhere. This robotic vacuum features a virtual wall, multiSurface cleaning and more. New Google Checkout users can get an additional $10 off.
Posted Wednesday, 02-Apr-2008 09:24 AM ET in Household

Western Digital Passport 250GB External Hard Drive for $82.99 shipped
Amazon.com has the Western Digital Passport 250GB External USB 2.0 Hard Drive for $82.99. With free shipping, that's $37 under our last mention, and the lowest price we were able to find for this particular drive. This bus-powered drive runs at 5400RPM and features a 2MB buffer.
Posted Wednesday, 02-Apr-2008 08:46 AM ET in Hard Drives

72 Braille Men's Restroom Signs for $371.03
Shop.com has a lot of 72 braille adhesive men's restroom signs for $372.03. That's apparently about $75 off retail and the lowest price we could find, though we didn't look too hard. Just think of the possibilities. Throw them on friend's bathroom doors as a prank. Give them to restaurants who are trying to avoid the ADA. Or cut them into pieces and use them for some crazy form of abstract art. At only about $6 per sign, how can you go wrong?
Posted Tuesday, 01-Apr-2008 08:35 AM ET in Miscellaneous

PNY GeForce 8600GT 256MB PCI Express x16 Video Card for $49.99 shipped after rebate
Buy.com offers the PNY GeForce 8600GT 256MB PCI Express x16 Video Card for $84.99, with free shipping. A $35 mail-in-rebate cuts the price down to $49.99. This video card features a 540-MHZ clock speed, Quantum Effects Physics processing Technology (no idea what this is), Composite, S-Video, Component and DVI video outputs. New Google Checkout users can get an additional $10 off.
Posted Tuesday, 01-Apr-2008 08:18 AM ET in Peripherals

Samsung 50-Inch 1080p LED DLP Projection HD Television for $999.99 shipped
Buy.com has a Samsung 50" 1080p LED DLP Projection HDTV for $999.99, with free shipping. This is several hundred dollars off retail, and the lowest price we could find for this television. This TV features a 10000:1 contrast ratio, 16MS response time, TruSurround XT technology, stereo speakers, and a large assortment of ports and connectors including USB. Note we are uncertain as to the accessibility of the SAP features of this particular TV. New Google Checkout users can get an additional $10 off.
Posted Tuesday, 01-Apr-2008 07:57 AM ET in Household

Draganflyer Remote Control Helicopter with Video Surveillance for $2,499
Shop.com has the Draganflyer SAVS Stabilized Aerial Video System with the GyroStabilized RC Helicopter for $2,499 plus about $20 for shipping. Not only is this one of the most advanced remote-controlled copters on the market, its built-in cameras offer the opportunity to take aerial footage, just in case you wanted to create your own version of Google Earth, for example. Gift wrap is also available.
Posted Tuesday, 01-Apr-2008 07:46 AM ET in Toys/Games

Remote Controlled Secret Farter for $8.48 shipped
DeepDiscount.com has this Remote Controlled Farter for $8.48. With free shipping, we weren't able to find a fart machine for less elsewhere. This electronic farter can be controlled from up to 50-feet, and works through walls.
Posted Tuesday, 01-Apr-2008 07:43 AM ET in Miscellaneous

KNFB Reader Classic Stand Reduced to $95
The NFB's Independence Market has reduced the price on the stand for the KNFB Reader Classic to $95 plus shipping. That's $55 off the original price for this item. This stand makes it easy to scan books and other printed material with the reader and includes an 18-inch arm and large base.
Posted Monday, 31-Mar-2008 3:24 PM ET in Accessories

20 Percent off Braille Cookbooks
Once again, Blind Mice Mart is offering 20 percent off their selection of over 100 braille cookbooks. Plus, shipping is free via free matter. Many are under $20 and include recipes from the Cooking in the Dark radio shows.
Posted Monday, 31-Mar-2008 10:28 AM ET in Books/Movies/Music

WORX Revolver BladeRunner 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw for $59.88 shipped
Amazon.com has the WORX WT431K Revolver BladeRunner 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw for $59.88, with free shipping. This saw features a 6--degree rotating blade, adjustable handle, upper and lower plate guards and more.
Posted Monday, 31-Mar-2008 10:20 AM ET in Household

Targus Mobile Power Inverter for $13.99 Shipped
For those long trips, Buy.com has the Targus Mobile Power Inverter for $13.99. Plus, shipping is free making it one of the best deals we've ever seen on a vehicle-powered power supply. This 90 watt inverter plugs into a car's cigarette adapter and gives you a single AC outlet which you can use to power or charge your favorite device. New Google Checkout users can get an additional $10 off.
Posted Monday, 31-Mar-2008 10:03 AM ET in Accessories

The Tiny Asus EEE PC for $395.99 Shipped
The Asus EEE PC is a stylish, but tiny laptop computer with some interesting features. For one, its main hard drive is solid-state, meaning there is no moving parts. This model features a 4GB drive, plenty for your operating system and some programs. And you could connect a USB hard drive or flash drive for your music, documents, or anything else that won't fit internally. Measuring at only 7 inches, it comes with a version of Linux, but one could easily install Windows instead. Buy.com has the EEE for $395.99, shipped free, the lowest price we could find.
Posted Friday, 28-Mar-2008 07:26 AM ET in Laptops

Loaded HP Dual Core AMD Desktop with 360GB Hard Drive for $369.99 Shipped
Buy.com still has the HP Pavilion a6200n Desktop PC for $369.99. That's the lowest price we could find. Plus, shipping is free. This recertified machine features an AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5000+ 2.6GHz processor, 2GB of memory, 360GB hard drive, NVIDIA GeForce 6150 SE Graphics card, and Windows Vista Home Premium.
Posted Thursday, 27-Mar-2008 7:07 PM ET in Desktops

Sell us your Stuff
If you're looking to make some quick cash, or don't know what to do with your unused assistive technology, why not sell it to us. We'll buy many popular items including notetakers, embossers, phones, and other useful items. Look over our list to find out what we may pay for your stuff.
Posted Thursday, 27-Mar-2008 3:01 PM ET in Miscellaneous

Daily Deals now Includes Top Five
If you're a Daily Deals subscriber, you may have noticed a new feature. We now include the five most popular deals at the bottom of each newsletter with links to jump to them directly. If you're not a Daily Deals subscriber, use the link on this post to join the announce-only list.
Posted Thursday, 27-Mar-2008 12:52 PM ET in *Site News

New User Submissions Page
We've made it easier for you to submit items for sale, deals, and business information. Our new user submission wizard will guide you to the appropriate forms and help you get published on our site. Try it out, and let us know what you think.
Posted Wednesday, 26-Mar-2008 4:05 PM ET in *Site News

SanDisk 8GB MicroSDHC Flash Card with SD Card Adapter for $57.99 shipped
Meritline.com again cut its price on the SanDisk 8GB MicroSDHC memory Card, now for $57.99. With free shipping, we weren't able to find this card for less elsewhere. This high-capacity microSD card is compatible with the Nokia n82 cellphone, the platform for the KNFB reader Mobile. A full-size SD adapter is included.
Posted Wednesday, 26-Mar-2008 08:40 AM ET in Memory Cards

Iomega Value Series 1TB USB 2.0 Hard Drive for $206.99 shipped
Buy.com has the Iomega Value Series 1TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $206.99 with free shipping. This 1-terrabyte drive houses two 500GB drives which run at 7200RPM and feature an 8MB buffer. New Google Checkout users can get $10 off.
Posted Wednesday, 26-Mar-2008 08:23 AM ET in Hard Drives

SD-HC Card Reader Two-Pack for $5.49 Shipped
SupermediaStore.com has this two-pack of USB 2.0 Secure Digital card readers for $5.49. With free shipping, we weren't able to find these readers for less elsewhere. These readers support SD, SDHC, and MmC memory cards.
Posted Wednesday, 26-Mar-2008 08:15 AM ET in Storage

Duracell 15-minute Battery Charger with Batteries for $27.79 Shipped
Amazon.com still has the popular Duracell 15-minute battery charger with some included AA batteries, now for $27.79. With free super saver shipping, it's about $2 off our last mention and the lowest price we've seen for a speedy battery charger and batteries.
Posted Tuesday, 25-Mar-2008 10:27 AM ET in Miscellaneous

Lexar 512MB Jumpdrive for $5
This may seem like we're taking a step backward, but not everyone needs a 16GB flash drive. For a reader, Geeks.com has a Lexar 512MB Jumpdrive for $5. Add about $5 for shipping. It becomes a better deal when buying several drives. Shipping was about $18 for 20 drives, for example.
Posted Tuesday, 25-Mar-2008 09:14 AM ET in Flash Drives

A-Data 8GB SD-HC Memory Card for $30.99 Shipped
Supermediastore.com has an A-Data 8GB secure digital high-capacity memory card for $30.99. Plus, shipping is free. These are compatible with newer devices that support larger secure digital memory cards.
Posted Tuesday, 25-Mar-2008 08:49 AM ET in Memory Cards

Problems Sending Mail to AT&T Users
We are currently having problems delivering mail to AT&T and Belsouth users, because their server is blocking our mail as spam. We are doing what we can to get the block removed, though we also encourage any effected users to call and complain as well. We recommend signing up for Daily Deals using GMail or another service with sensible spam-blocking practices. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Posted Monday, 24-Mar-2008 2:04 PM ET in *Site News

Mobile Space, A Blog for Accessible Phone Users
While searching today, we ran across Mobile Space, a well-maintained blog focussing on accessible mobile phones, primarily for the Symbian operating system. Recent posts include a review of the N81, links to applications that work well with the phone, and thoughts and updates from Code Factory and Nuance. It's definitely worth an add to our RSS reader, and we recommend you give it a look.
Posted Monday, 24-Mar-2008 1:48 PM ET in Miscellaneous

Kingston 2GB Data Traveler USB Flash Drive for $11.95 shipped
Buy.com offers the Kingston 2GB Data Traveler 110 USB Flash Drive for $11.95. With free shipping, we couldn't find this drive for less elsewhere. This particular Data Traveler features a retractable USB connector, so you don't have to deal with misplacing caps. New Google Checkout users can get $10 off.
Posted Monday, 24-Mar-2008 10:35 AM ET in Flash Drives

Pantech c810 Duo Smartphone for free with activation and rebate
Amazon.com has the Pantech Duo smartphone for $49.99. With a $49.99 rebate, the phone is free. This phone features Windows Mobile 6, 3G conectivity, qwerty keyboard, microSD card slot, stereo bluetooth, and 3-hours of talk time. Note that this phone must be purchased with a compatible service plan from AT&T.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 6:40 PM ET in Cell Phones

Beta: New Search Page
We've expanded our search page to include more results. Now, in addition to items from our site, we'll run a search on many popular online stores to find additional results. This means you can now search for just about anything and get a result. We're working on the layout of the other results, as they come from a third-party site and aren't as pretty as we'd like. Try it out, and let us know how it works out for you.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 1:02 PM ET in *Site News

TapMemo Personal Organizer for $150 Shipped
BlindMiceMart.com has the TapMemo Personal Organizer for $150.00. With free shipping, it's the best price we could find for this personal assistant since December. This voice-activated device includes a phone book, memo recorder holding up to 60 messages, calendar, clock, alarm, autodialer, and a locator feature in case you loose the device. It uses only three buttons for its operations.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 07:49 AM ET in Portable Devices

Kingston 2GB MicroSD Card for $11.99 shipped
MeritLine.com has a Kingston 2GB MicroSD card for $11.99. With free shipping, we weren't able to find a better deal on a similar card of this capacity. A standard SD adapter is included.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 07:10 AM ET in Memory Cards

20-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Set with Storage Block for $29.99
Overstock.com has a 20-Piece Stainless Steel Knife Set with Storage Block for $29.99. With $2.95 for shipping, this is the lowest price we were able to find these knives for by about $50. This cutlery set includes an 8-inch carving knife, 8-inch chef's knife, 5-inch and 6-inch utility knives, 3-inch paring knife, 8-inch bread knife, eight 4-inch steak knives, 6-inch butcher knife, 4-inch cheese knife, meat fork, sharpening tool and kitchen shears.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 03:44 AM ET in Household

Western Digital Elements 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $99.99 shipped
Buy.com offers the Western Digital Elements 500GB USB 2.0 hard drive for $99.99. With free shipping, we couldn't find this drive for less elsewhere. This drive features an 8MB cache, and runs at 7200RPM. New Google Checkout users can get $10 off.
Posted Friday, 21-Mar-2008 01:02 AM ET in Hard Drives

Thunderstorm MP3 Download for $0.89 shipped
Amazon.com has the album Thunderstorm as an MP3 download for $0.89 with free shipping. This album features a single track of about 58 minutes of a recorded tthunderstorm. If you live in Seattle, perhaps you could just open the window, but for the rest of us, it's definitely a cool way to relax.
Posted Thursday, 20-Mar-2008 11:15 PM ET in Books/Movies/Music

Alternative English Voice for the Victor Stream Released
Humanware has released an alternate US English voice for the Victor Reader Stream. The male voice Tom is contained in an alternate version of the just released 1.2 firmware update. Voice samples, other languages and voices are also available.
Posted Wednesday, 19-Mar-2008 5:35 PM ET in Portable Devices

New Potential Gold Mine for Blind Programmers
We've seen several resources made available for blind people who wish to program in their language of choice. But a new effort led by popular programmer Jamal Mazrui has the potential to open many doors for current and potential developers alike. NonVisualDevelopment.org is a wiki-based site which offers links to articles, resources, and information for a variety of programming and scripting languages. Whether you are writing Windows programs in VB.net or web pages in HTML, there is a section for you. The site is still early in development, but we're sure it will evolve into a rather useful destination.
Posted Wednesday, 19-Mar-2008 5:22 PM ET in Resources

GW Micro Announces Braille Sense Plus Upgrade Program
GW Micro has announced the availability of an upgrade program for current owners of the Braille Sense. Any Braille Sense owner may purchase a Braille Sense plus for $3,200 plus a trade in of their old unit. For those who just purchased the Braille Sense since March 1, 2008, the cost is $500 plus the unit. The upgrade gives you an 8GB internal storage card, the ability to record MP3 files directly, built-in Bluetooth and wireless support, and the ability to use the SenseNav GPS software for an additional price. This price will get you a brand new unit which will not use any of your old parts, according to the message. The deal lasts until 30 days after the release of the Braille Sense Plus, which is expected in May.
Posted Wednesday, 19-Mar-2008 5:14 PM ET in Notetakers/PDAs

Nokia USB CellPhone Charger for $26.70 shipped
Amazon.com has the Nokia CA-100 USB Charger for $26.70. With free shipping, this is one of the best deals we've seen for this particular cable. This charger charges many models of Nokia phones via the USB port, including the N75, N82 and N95.
Posted Wednesday, 19-Mar-2008 11:16 AM ET in Phones

MMMMM, The Dough-Nu-Matic Doughnut Machine for $129.99
Our mouth is watering after reading the description of the Dough-Nu-Matic Automatic Doughnut Machine, available for $129.99 plus about $10 for shipping at ThinkGeek.com. After mixing up some batter and adding oil, the machine goes to work and claims to spit out a fresh, hot, doughnut about once a minute. It sounds a lot easier than trying to scoop doughnuts out of scalding hot oil, and we all know that the food that's the worst for you tastes the best. Yes, we're thinking of buying one for our office.
Posted Wednesday, 19-Mar-2008 11:04 AM ET in Household

CyberPower Battery Back-Up UPS System for $59.99 shipped
Buy.com offers the CyberPower 685VA Battery Back-Up UPS System with AVR for $59.99. With free shipping, we weren't able to find this particular UPS for less elsewhere. This UPS features automatic voltage regulation, 8 outlets, full dataline protection for coaxial, ethernet and phone, and USB and serial connectivity. Uninteruptable power supplies keep the voltage being delivered to your computer constant, so they can be shutdown safely during a power outage or spike. New Google Checkout users can get $10 off.
Posted Tuesday, 18-Mar-2008 5:20 PM ET in Accessories

Targus Mobile Universal Notebook Power Adapter for $19.99
Geeks.com offers the Targus Mobile 70-watt universal Notebook Power Adapter for $19.99. With about $8 for shipping, we weren't able to find this item for less elsewhere. This adapter features eight changeable tips, carrying pouch, and automobile and airline power sockets. This adapter is compatible with many laptops manufactured by Dell, Gateway, Toshiba, HP, IBM and many others.
Posted Tuesday, 18-Mar-2008 10:58 AM ET in Accessories

Sony 600W Platinum DVD Dream home theater system for $999.99 shipped
SonyStyle.com has its Platinum DVD Dream home Theater System for $999.99, with free shipping. This system features 86-watts per channel, rear, front and center speakers, 17-watt subwoofer and RCA, component and HDMI video outputs.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:50 AM ET in Household

Survival Kit in a Sardine Can for $12.99
ThinkGeek.com has the Survival Kit in a Sardine Can for $12.99, with about $5 for shipping. This air-tight, waterproof can contains 25 items essential for surviving in the wilderness such as a whistle, matches and first-aid supplies. Note sardines are not included, but the kit does contain a fish hook and line, so you would be able to go catch your own.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:40 AM ET in Miscellaneous

CSUN: MAGic Promotional Release is for All, Downloadable Now
It looks like you didn't have to attend CSUN to get a copy of the free promotional release of Freedom Scientific's MAGic screen magnification product. The download, which gives you free access until August, is available now. MAGic 11 is reported to be better-suited for working in combination with JAWS 9.0, highlighting text when spoken, for example.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:30 AM ET in Software

P3 Robotic Vacuum for $59.99
BlindMiceMart.com has the P3 International Robotic Vacuum for $59.99. Add about $10 for shipping. This autonomous vacuum cleans wood, tile, and carpet and comes with rechargeable batteries. While it may not be as great as the Roomba, it's also much cheaper and comes highly recommended by at least one blind user.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:21 AM ET in Household

Western Digital Passport 320GB Portable 2.5" USB 2.0 External Hard Drive for $149.99 shipped
Buy.com has the Western Digital Passport 320GB 2.0 External Hard Drive, for $149.99. With free shipping, we weren't able to find this particular drive for less since February. The Western Digital Passport series obtains all its power from the USB port, so an AC adapter is not needed. This drive runs at 5400RPM and features a 2MB buffer. New Google Checkout users can get $10 off.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:20 AM ET in Hard Drives

A-DATA Speedy 32GB CompactFlash Card for $133.99
Back in stock at Newegg.com is the A-DATA Speedy 32GB CompactFlash Card, now for $133.99. With about $5 for shipping, it's slightly lower than our last mention. This card should work in devices which support CompactFlash, such as the BrailleNote and Pac Mate family of PDA's.
Posted Monday, 17-Mar-2008 10:16 AM ET in Memory Cards

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