Microsoft offers $130 Jawbone speaker for $69

Early birds who buy it at a Microsoft store can snag the portable speaker for $50.




Those of you looking for a good portable speaker can grab one made by Jawbone at a hefty holiday discount, courtesy of Microsoft.
For day five of the software giant's 12 Days of Deals, the Jawbone Mini Jambox speaker is selling for a jaw-dropping $69, down from the regular price of $130. Like all the daily deals, the Jawbone speaker is available at Microsoft's online store, starting at 5 a.m. PT, and at Microsoft retail outlets when they open. The first 50 customers who buy one at a Microsoft retail store can snag it for $50 -- a total savings of $80.

What's so special about the Mini Jambox?

Well, it's small -- about half the size of its predecessor. It offers a pair of front-facing stereo drivers to better direct the sound and a bass radiator that delivers a high-quality sound, especially considering its compact size. It supports Bluetooth 4.0 and can stream audio from any Bluetooth-connected device from a distance of about 33 feet. It also includes a stereo port for direct connections. The speaker's rechargeable lithium-ion battery will give you around 10 hours of playback in a single charge.

The Jambox also comes in seven different colors.

CNET's review of the Mini Jambox said that "while you'll pay a premium for it, the Jawbone Mini Jambox is the best-sounding and best-designed micro wireless speaker." Microsoft's deal now trims that premium price tag, making the Jambox certainly worth considering if you need a good wireless speaker for your smartphone, tablet or other device.

The deal runs for a full 24 hours or until supplies last. Microsoft's 12 Days of Deals promotion runs through December 19. Saturday's deal halves the price of two Xbox One/Xbox 360 games. Normally selling for $60, Destiny and Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare will each sell for just $30.


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Incase Courier Collection for spring offers bike-conscious designs

The new Courier Collection from Incase focuses on cycling convenience and bright colors. 

A new collection from Incase for spring and summer of this year features a set of modern bags catering to the urban cyclist, hence the ‘courier’ title. The collection’s two standouts are the well-equipped Courier Messenger Bag (above, $180) and the Courier Messenger Backpack ($150), but the line also includes a few other items, like a hip pack and iPhone pouch. The weather-resistant messenger bag is made of 1680D nylon with a waterproof lining and has an exterior waterproof stash pocket as well as a variety of interior pockets, including two that are lined with plush faux-fur for gadget protection. An ergonomic, padded cross-body strap features a one-handed adjustment slack pull and a large side release buckle for convenience and comfort on cycling trips around town. Other bike-conscious features include bicycle lock storage, a pump tie-down, removable stabilizer strap, and an exterior reflective panel.



The messenger backpack (above) offers many of the same design and convenience factors as well as a faux-fur lined laptop compartment that fits up to a 17-inch laptop and a wide-mouth top opening for quick access. Side access compartments leave room for all your smaller items while padded shoulder straps and adjustable front straps keep you comfortable on the go. The collection is available in tonal black-on-black, dove gray with orange accents, or our favorite, minty jade green with black and orange design details.
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