Portable Devices Deals, Sales, and News

Best Buy offers the Apple iPad mini 2 8" 32GB WiFi Tablet with Retina Display in Space Gray, model no. ME277LL/A, or Silver, model no. ME280LL/A, for $244.99 with free shipping. That's the best outright price we've seen for a new unit and a current price low by $69.

Walmart offers the Apple iPad mini 2 16GB WiFi Tablet in Space Grey, model no. ME276LL/A, or Silver, model no. MF544LL/A, for $199 with free shipping. That's the lowest price we've seen and a current low by $36.

If you were planning on splurging and treating yourself, or a loved one for that matter, to one of Apple s fabulous intelligent timepieces, then you d be crazy to overlook this $100 discount that Best Buy is offering on the Stainless Steel version. Applying the discount and taking advantage of Best Buy s seasonal goodwill means that prices for the Stainless Steel Apple Watch will begin from a very agreeable $449. That is of course for the 38mm version of the Apple Watch. The 42mm version will start at $499 after the discount. Prices will also be a little higher if you wish to grab one of the more premium bands. Simply enter the code AWDEAL as part of the Best Buy checkout process to have the discount applied. There will also be a requirement to login or register yourself at Best Buy as the deal is being targeted exclusively to registered members. But make sure you act quick as the offer will expire at 11:59PM CT tonight.

WalMart offers an Early Black Friday Special. The 16GB Apple iPad Mini 2 With Retina Display is now available in either Space Grey or Silver for $199 with free shipping. Features include a 7.9 inch screen with retina display, A7 chip with an M7 motion coprocessor, Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n) with MIMO support, Up to 10 hours of battery life, 5MP iSight camera with 1080p HD video recording, FaceTime HD camera, iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Numbers and Keynote apps included, Over 475,000 apps on the App Store and iOS 7 and iCloud.

Walmart offers the Apple iPad mini 2 16GB WiFi Tablet in Space Grey, model no. ME276LL/A, or Silver, model no. MF544LL/A, for $199 with free shipping. That's the lowest price we've seen and a current low by $25.

Walmart offers the RCA 16GB 7 Inch Quad-Core Android Tablet in four colors, model no. RCT6773W42BF C, for $44.99 with free shipping. That's $15 off and a very low price for a 16GB 7 inch quad-core Android tablet. It features a 7 inch display, 1.3GHz quad-core processor, WiFi, microUSB, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).

Blinq via eBay offers the Samsung Galaxy Note 32GB WiFi + 4G 10.1 Inch Android Tablet for T-Mobile in Black, model no. SM-P607TZKETMB, for $351.69 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find for an unlocked unit. It features a 2.3GHz quad-core processor, 10.1 inch 2560x1600 touchscreen display, 3GB RAM, 32GB flash memory, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, microSD slot, 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front-facing camera, and Android 4.4.2 (KitKat).

Omgar via Amazon offers the Omgar 16GB 7 Inch 3G + WiFi Android Tablet in four colors for $46.99 with free shipping. That's $82 off list price and the best deal we could find. It features a 7 inch 1024x600 multi-touch LCD, Allwinner A33 1.3GHz quad-core processor, 512MB RAM, 16GB flash storage, 5GB cloud storage, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth, 2-megapixel rear-facing camera, 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera, microSD card slot, and Android 4.4 OS (Kit Kat).

Walmart offers the RCA Voyager II 8GB 7 Inch Android Tablet in four colors, model no. RCT6773E22BF, for $34.99. If possible, opt for in-store pickup to dodge the $4.97 shipping fee. That's the lowest total price we've seen for any 7 inch 8GB quad-core tablet. (It's also a current low by $5.) It features a 7 inch 1024x600 touchscreen LCD, 1.3GHz quad-core processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage, 802.11n wireless, front-facing camera, microUSB, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).

Walmart offers the RCA Pro II 10.1 Inch 16GB Quad-Core Android Tablet in Purple or Pink, model no. RCT6203W46, for $69.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $61. It includes a keyboard case and features an ARM Cortex-A9 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 10.1 inch 1024x600 touchscreen, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, Bluetooth, 802.11n wireless, microSD card slot, microHDMI port, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).

In September, Apple unveiled the long awaited larger iPad Pro to the public, and today customers can finally start placing orders for the 12.9-inch tablet before models hit stores later this week. iPad Pro-only accessories including the new Smart Keyboard cover are also available to purchase on Apple.com and through the Apple Store app. On Monday Apple announced that the iPad Pro would be hitting Apple Stores, carriers, and authorized resellers later this week.

This year s new iPad is sold in three models: 32GB for $799, 128GB for $949, and 128GB with cellular for $1079.

Apple offers two optional accessories for iPad Pro that are also available to order. Apple Pencil, which is Apple s first digital stylus and requires iPad Pro, is available for $99. Smart Keyboard is a physical keyboard cover that connects using the iPad Pro s new Smart Connector without requiring Bluetooth or batteries for $169.

iPad Pro is Apple s first tablet with four built-in speakers, the new A9X chip, and the Smart Connector that can work with third-party accessories, like Logitech s own keyboard cover. It's available in space gray, silver, and gold. Click the provided link to learn more or to purchase from Apple.

For one day only, Amazon has the Amazon Echo Connected Home Device for $149.99. That's $30 off the regular price. Also, free shipping is included with this deal. Another great gift for someone this year!

Acer via eBay offers the factory-refurbished Acer Iconia Tab 8 16GB 8 Inch Android Tablet, model no. A1-850-13FQ, for $69.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for any Acer 8 inch 16GB tablet. (It's also $45 less than you'd pay for a new one.) It features include an Intel Atom Z3735G 1.33GHz quad-core processor, 8 inch 1280x800 IPS touchscreen, 1GB RAM, 16GB flash memory, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth, 5-megapixel camera, microSD card slot, and Android 4.4 (KitKat). A 90-day Acer warranty applies. Deal ends November 27.

Walmart offers the 5th-generation Apple iPod Touch 64GB MP3 Player in four colors for $229.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for the 64GB model. (It's a current low by $69.)

Walmart offers the RCA Voyager II 7 Inch 8GB Android Tablet in four colors, model no. RCT6773E22BF, for $39.99. If possible, pt for in-store pickup to dodge the $4.97 shipping charge. That's the lowest total price we've seen for any RCA 7 inch 8GB tablet. (It's also a current price low by $8.) It features a 7 inch 1024x600 touchscreen LCD, 1.3GHz quad-core processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage, 802.11n wireless, front-facing camera, microUSB, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).

Mobile Pros via eBay has the Apple iPad mini 2 Retina Display 128GB WiFi + 4GB Tablet for $369.99 with free shipping. That's a great price for this unit! Here's the perfect item for any family member.

BuyDig.com offers the LG 16GB G Pad 8 Inch Wi-Fi Tablet with Quad Core Processor for $129 with free shipping. Use coupon code GV10 to get the deal that ends on October 26.

FreedomPop via eBay offers the refurbished Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8GB 7 Inch WiFi + 4G Android Tablet for FreedomPop in Black or White, model no. SM-T217S, for $59.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we've seen for any 7" Galaxy Tab 3. (It's also $30 less than the best deal we could find for a used unit elsewhere.) It features a 1.7GHz dual-core processor, 7 inch 1024x600 touchscreen LCD, 1.5GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, 802.11n wireless, rear- and front-facing cameras, microSD card slot, Bluetooth, and Google Android 4.2 OS (Jelly Bean).

Various eBay sellers take up to 82% off a selection of tablets. (The banner advertises up to 40% off, but we found deeper discounts.) Plus, most orders receive free shipping. Warranty information for refurbished item is on the product pages where available. Click the provided link to start shopping this specific sale.

Walmart offers the RCA Pro II 10.1 Inch 16GB Quad-Core Android Tablet, model no. RCT6203W46, in Sky Blue, Pink, or Purple for $69.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $61. It includes a keyboard case and features an ARM Cortex-A9 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 10.1 inch 1024x600 touchscreen, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, Bluetooth, 802.11n wireless, microSD card slot, microHDMI port, and Android 5.0 OS (Lollipop).