Monday, December 2, 2013

Mr. Losik’s 2013 Holiday Tablet Buying Guide Part 3: Cyber Monday

It is a whole lot harder to predict what retailers might offer online for Cyber Monday but there should be at least a few deals to be had today. If you were able to get the devices you wanted over the weekend, now is also a great time to get cases and accessories.

Rule #1. Figure tax and shipping into the price. One of the big advantages of this day is the free shipping many sites offer.
Rule #2. Check back throughout the day. Sometimes new sales pop up during the day.

Below I have simply linked to lots of destinations so you can click away. If I find bargains at those sites, I will highlight them. If you find great deals, please share by posting a comment or tweeting at me (@mrlosik).

Here is a list of "regular prices" on the tablets I reviewed so you can compare as you shop.

Samsung Tab 3 7.0 $159
Samsung Tab 3 7.0 Kids edition with carrying case $209
Nexus 7 $229
Samsung Tab 3 8.0 $249
iPad Mini $299
Samsung Tab 3 10.1 $299
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 $349
iPad Mini with Retina Display $399
iPad 2 $399
Sony Xperia Tablet Z $449
iPad Air $499
Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 $599

Amazon - Tons of deals, especially on the Samsung line of tablets. Nothing spectacular, but money saved is money saved.
Apple.com - No real sales except free shipping or in store pick up at Woodland Mall store.
Best Buy - $10 savings code for every $100 spent. Dig around
Google Play Store
- Free shipping on Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 + $25 in credit at Play Store for apps and movies.
Samsung - Black Friday prices still in effect
Sony - Xperia Tablet Z holding at $449 but other good deals on Sony stuff.
Staples - $30-$50 off Nexus 7 and Galaxy Tab 3 8.0
Target - A few deals
Walmart
- Looks like about $10-$20 off regular prices,

All in all, it doesn't seem to be a spectacular Cyber Monday in terms of blockbuster tablet deals. Keep looking and enjoy.

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