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This is getting serious. Mother’s Day is less than five days away and you still have yet to get your mom a gift. Come on! Need we remind you of all the wonderful things that woman has done for you over the years?! All right, all right. Enough is enough. Let’s just cut right to the chase: You need a gift and you need it fast. Lucky you, we’re here to help.
We’ll let you in on a little secret: Barnes & Noble is the spot for the perfect last-minute gift. The Nook is all the rage these days, so you simply can’t go wrong. Let’s take a look at its features, as well as the incredible offer happening right now!
The Nook is the premier eReader on the market, and with several different models available it’s hard to not find the perfect fit for you. Check out the basic features of each model:
- Watch movies and TV shows through Netflix and Hulu Plus
- Stream music through Pandora
- Browse the Web at lightning-fast speeds
- Access over 2.5 million books, magazines and comics
- Play games like Angry Birds and Words With Friends
- Download apps
- Free in-store and online support
Nook Tablet
The Nook Tablet is the fastest, lightest and most powerful option, and at only $199 for 8GB of storage and 512MB of RAM, you can’t beat it. The VividView 7″ touchscreen is crystal clear and the 11.5 hours reading/9 hours video battery life is in its own orbit! Add an additional 16GB of memory for just $50.
Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight
If your mom is a bedtime reader, the Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight is the way to go. The breakthrough technology of the GlowLight illuminates the entire screen evenly, and creates a soft glow that is optimal for low light reading. Adjust the brightness with the touch of your finger. The revolutionary anti-glare screen protector delivers a “just-like-paper” experience, making it perfect for outdoor reading as well! Pick one up for just $139!
Nook Color
If you’re looking for a great deal, pick up the Nook Color. Right now Barnes & Noble is offering this bad boy for just $149 — that’s $20 off its regular price! The Nook Color offers the same great technology and easy-of-use that the other models have and gives you the world’s most advanced VividView 7″ touchscreen. Expandable memory with a microSD card lets you have up to 32GB of memory.
Nook Simple Touch
There’s nothing wrong with going back to basics. The Nook Simple Touch does just that. It’s the easiest Nook to use and offers the longest battery life. Don’t mistake its simplicity for lack of great features though. The ultra-crisp Best-Text reads just like paper even in the brightest of lighting conditions. Plus, at just $79 (again, $20 off the regular price) you simply can’t beat the deal!
Advantages of Buying a Nook
Besides getting the best eReader on the market, Barnes & Noble offers a ton of great add-ons that you won’t find anywhere else.
- Spotlight on Savings is a great way to discover new favorites and keep your reading list full of new authors.
- Free Fridays lets you check out a great free book and receive recommendations.
- Daily Find lets you save big on daily titles
The Deals
The deals: That’s what we’re here for, right? As we mentioned above, you can pick up the Nook Simple Touch and the Nook Color for $20 off their regular prices from now until May 12th. Not only that, but you’ll get a FREE Nook Gift Bag (place Gift Bag in shopping cart along with eligible Nook device), and FREE express shipping to ensure that your gift arrives in time for Mother’s Day!
In addition, when you shop with KickItBack, you’ll earn an extra 3% cash back on your purchase! Now’s the time to save, so hurry over to Barnes & Noble today to find the perfect Nook device for your Mother!
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May 9, 2012
As the rumor mill begins to churn out more information regarding the possibility of a new iPad 3 coming out soon, it’s safe to say Mac Madness is about to hit a fever pitch. It’s perfect timing when you consider the the fact that MacMall is offering some of their biggest savings of the year on all your favorite Apple products.
Whether you’re looking for a new desktop, a powerful laptop, a sleek tablet or mobile device, or just some killer Apple accessories, you won’t find a better selection than at MacMall.
Don’t forget: Shopping with KickItBack will earn you an additional 1.5% cash back on your purchase. Let’s take a look at some of the deals you can find at MacMall right now:
MacBook Pro
The MacBook Pro is among the most powerful tools anyone can have at their disposal. It’s a fast, versatile, and…well, beautiful machine. The problem most people have with Apple products is that they’re incredibly expensive. There’s no denying the fact that, when compared to other products made by Dell, HP, or any other PC manufacturer, a Mac will put a much more imposing dent in your wallet. But speaking from personal experience, a Mac’s value is in its longevity and durability. My MacBook Pro has been kicking for almost six years now!
Right now, you can choose from several different models that differ in screen size, RAM, storage capacity, etc. You can pick up a 17″ MacBook Pro quad-core Intel Core i7 laptop with 4GB RAM, a 750GB hard drive, Intel HD graphics, a Thunderbolt port, and a Hi-Res Antiglare widescreen display for only $2,029.96! Sounds like a lot, but consider the fact that you’re saving $619 on this model!
MacBook Air
Another option you might want to consider is the MacBook Air, a thinner and even more portable laptop. Not only is it a lighter option than the MacBook Pro, it’s a lot nicer on the wallet as well. Pick up a 13″ model with 4GB RAM and 256GB of Flash Storage for only $1,148.99! That’s $650 off the list price. Or pick up the 11″ model for only $938.99. No matter what you choose, know you’re making a solid decision that will keep you happy for years to come.
iMac
If you prefer to keep your computing at home, check out the iMac. Beautiful as it is innovative, it’s a perfect addition to your living room decor! You can pick up a 21″ iMac Quad-Core Intel Core i5 model with 4GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, SuperDrive, Thunderbolt port, an Apple Wireless Keyboard and Magic Mouse for just $1,419.99.
Other Deals
You can also find incredible deals on the iPad 2, iPods, and tons of accessories for all your devices. Head over right now and you’ll find savings of up to 70% throughout the store. There’s no better way to celebrate March Madness than by saving big at MacMall!
Remember to log in to your KickItBack account to receive your 1.5% cash back rewards. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest deals!
March 1, 2012
Apps rule everything around us. They’re on our mobile devices, our tablets, and our computers; next thing we know they’ll be floating around like a leaf in the breeze. With that in mind, we’re going to take a look at some great apps available at the iTunes App Store, and we’ll take a look at a couple places you can pick up your new iPod Touch, iPhone 4S, or your iPad 2!
iTunes App Store
Apple’s iTunes App Store is the most popular app store in the world. With over 500,000 approved apps available, and over 15 billion sold, there’s no question that Apple is running the show. You’ll find all kinds of apps: games, social media, business, news, travel, weather, and many more.
Many apps are free or cost less than a couple bucks, meaning most apps are more than affordable. When you buy apps at the App Store using KickItBack, you can earn an additional 2.5% cash back! What’s not to love?
Favorite Apps
When it comes to apps, everyone has their favorites. Of course the go-to’s are there: Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, Skype, Angry Birds, Tap Tap Revenge, etc.; but we’re going to dig a bit deeper to show you some really great apps that you may just otherwise pass right over.
Instagram
This is easily one of the most popular apps available. Instagram allows you to produce unique and gorgeous photos and post them to your account — all from the palm of your hand! Apply any number of great filters, adjust contrast and brightness, and apply unique effects like tilt-shift. You can also follow your friends to see what they’re creating with their phone or tablet!
Find My Friends
Admittedly, this can be a bit on the creepy side. There may be a few “friends” you don’t necessarily want being able find you. But guess what: You can choose who gets to find you! Bonus! This app allows you to locate friends and family, which works out really great say…when someone isn’t answering their texts! Ahem! This is great for parents as well, as you can enable the function on your child’s phone in order to keep tabs on their whereabouts.
Find My iPhone
You’ll never have to worry about misplacing your iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, or laptop again with this application. You can use another device to find yours and protect your data remotely. Find My iPhone will also help you locate your device with an easy-to-read map, and a feature that allows you to play a sound until you find it. You can also lock your device and erase all your data so others can’t access it.
Groupon
Save money. Right from the palm of your hand. Impossible? Not with the Groupon app! You’ll find great deals on the best stuff to do, eat, see, and buy right in your own neck of the woods. With over 500 cities and locations around the world, and more coming every day, there’s no doubt you’ll be able to find something worth buy through Groupon.
Starbucks
The Starbucks app is a must-have for any true coffee lover. No, no, no. It’s not what you think: You can’t pour yourself a freshly brewed cup from your iPad. You can, however, manage your Starbucks Card balance, reload your card, track your Stars in their rewards program, and send eGifts to friends. That’s not all, you can use the app to pay for your purchases everyday!
Trip It
Trip It is a great tool for travel. Whether you’re there for business or pleasure, the app will link directly to your email account and pick up every confirmation number that enters your inbox. All your flight, hotel, and car rental information will be easily accessible, leaving you more time to enjoy your surroundings! Simply put: This app puts your entire itinerary in the palm of your hand.
Adobe Reader
This app might not be a whole lot of fun to use, but it’s extremely functional considering there’s no other way to view PDF files on your Apple device. When you take into account the number of school and/or work emails that are sent containing a PDF file, it becomes clear just how important this app can be. Get ahead with help from the Adobe Reader app.
iPads, iPhones, and iPods, Oh My!
Of course, all this app talk means absolutely nothing unless you’ve got something to put them on. For the Apple-centric consumer, there’s just no better place than MacMall to pick up your new device. With the widest selection of Apple devices, including phones, tablets, and laptop and desktop computers, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for. And when you consider their incredible prices and 1.5% cash-back rewards when shopping with KickItBack, you simply can’t choose a better place to shop than MacMall.
Remember to log in to your KickItBack account to enjoy your cash-back rewards. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to stay up-to-date on the latest deals!
October 25, 2011
