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A killer price on a must-have accessory. Plus: an unparalleled sale on one of my favorite game series and a free Instant Pot cookbook.
Five ports, six bucks.
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Today, let's keep it simple -- and cheap. For a limited time, and while supplies last, Ombar (via Amazon) has the Poweradd 5-port desktop USB charging station for $5.99 with promo code CPM7Y9H3. Regular price: $12.99. Update: Already out of stock. Drat! I'll plumb the depths in search of something similar, so stay tuned!
Note that although shipping is free, it's not Prime shipping, and therefore may take longer than two days.
This is the kind of thing everyone needs. One for your desk, one for your kitchen counter -- one anywhere you routinely plug in your various devices (phone, tablet, wire-free earbuds).
I don't know how much inventory this seller has available, nor how long the code will stay active. If you see a different seller listed and/or the code doesn't work, well -- the deal is probably done.
Here's hoping you can snag one, because similar USB stations sell for as much as $20. The Poweradd's five ports can each output up to 2.4 amps -- enough juice for tablets and modern phones -- and will intelligently determine what's plugged in and charge accordingly.
You also get a 24-month warranty. Beyond that, it's hard to say because this is a relatively new listing with only one user review.
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For a limited time, all three can be yours for a steal: Green Man Gaming has BioShock: The Collection for $12.27. If purchased separately, the games would cost you $70.
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If you've never played them, I simply cannot recommend them highly enough -- especially at this price.
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