Daily deal – Pinnacle PCTV HD TV stick for Mac and Windows

by Scott Carmichael on

My daily deal for today is perfect for anyone who has ever been stuck at the airport, or found themselves getting close to death by boredom in a hotel room.

This Pinnacle HDTV USB key plugs directly into your laptop (or desktop) computer, and instantly provides access to (HD)TV programming on your computer.

The device comes with a small magnetic HD antenna, an antenna adapter, a remote control and a travel bag. Once the software is installed, you’ll be able to tune into any local “over the air” programming. More advanced users can even connect the PCTV stick to their digital cable connection.

The included software allows your PC to function like a DVR, which means you can record TV and watch it when it suits you best (like on your next flight).

This product usually retails for about $110, but Woot.com currently has it on sale for just $69.99 with free overnight shipping!

Keep in mind though, Woot deals only last one day, and when they are sold out, they don’t come back, so if you are interested in this product for yourself, or as a gift, order soon!

Daily deal – Polk Audio portable iPod speaker dock for $30

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My daily deal for today is for the Polk Audio miDock iPod speaker dock. This stylish portable iPod speaker is powered by 4 AA batteries, or the included AC adapter.

The miDock is only 100% compatible with the 5th generation iPod. Other iPod versions like the 2nd and 4th generation Nano will play, but they will not charge. The iPhone and the iPod touch don’t fit at all, and will need to be connected to the aux input jack of the speaker.

So, if you have a 5th generation iPod, this is a great way to get a high quality speaker dock for under $30 ($29.99). The miDock is on sale at Woot.com, which means you only have till the end of inventory or the end of the day, whichever comes first. Shipping is $5.

Included in the box is the speaker, an assortment of iPod adapters, a carrying case and an AC adapter.

Daily deal – Acer Aspire One ultra portable computer $289.99

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My daily deal for today is for another of those nifty little “Netbook” computers. This time, it’s the Acer Aspire One AOA110-1955.

The pint sized computer features an Intel Atom processor, running at a comfortable 1.6GHz. Also inside the machine is 512MB of memory and an 8GB solid state drive. Connectivity to the Internet is accomplished using a wired connection, or with the built in Wi-Fi interface.

Before you click “I want one”, I want to make sure you understand that this model of the Aspire One does not come with Windows. Instead, you get a special flavor of Linux. The Linux installation contains all the applications the average user might need; including OpenOffice and Mozilla Firefox.

The Acer Aspire One comes complete with a 3-cell battery pack, an AC adapter and a carrying pouch.

This machine normally retails for $329, but for just one day, you’ll be able to buy one from Woot.com for just $289.99 (+$5 shipping).

Remember, Woot.com deals are only available for one day, or until they run out of stock, so don’t wait too long.

Daily deal – 4GB MicroSD card for $5.99

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Got a Blackberry or other smartphone? Then my deal of the day for today might be just what you need.

This Dane-Elec 4GB MicroSD card fits many of the most popular phones on the market at the moment (but not the iPhone).

By adding 4GB, you’ll be able to fit 1000’s of songs or photos on your device. The card comes with a 10 year (!!!) warranty, a MicroSD to SD card adapter and a carrying case. Shipping is just $5, but you can order up to 3 of them for a single shipping charge.

A quick word of warning; this 4GB card is an SDHC format card; so please check your user guide before placing an order, as some older devices may not have support built in for SDHC.

Like with most deals from Woot!, the sale only lasts as long as inventory is available, so if you are thinking of placing an order, don’t wait too long!

Daily deal – Sandisk Sansa 1GB MP3 player for $6.99

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My daily deal for today is for the Sandisk Sansa 1GB MP3 player. This little player runs off a single AAA battery for up to 19 hours. The device supports your own MP3 files, or subscription based music with the Microsoft “Playsforsure” system. 1GB should be sufficient for about 240 tracks.

At just $6.99 (with $5 for shipping) it is a real bargain, but I do need to point out that it is refurbished, so it will most likely not come in a regular retail box, which makes it slightly less suitable for giving as a gift. The price is right if you just need a cheap player to keep the kids quiet during an upcoming car or plane trip.

The Sandisk Sansa features a built in FM radio, voice recording and a 5 band equilizer.

The player is on sale through “Woot Sellout”, which is the Woot.com storefront at shopping.yahoo.com. Simply click that link, and in the middle of the page you’ll find the deal. The $5 shipping charge is valid for up to 3 units, so take maximum advantage of the price by ordering multiple players! As always with Woot deals, when they are sold out, they are gone, so don’t delay!