Based in Atlanta, GA - Rick Limpert is an award-winning writer, a best-selling author, and a featured sports travel writer.
Named the No. 1 Sports Technology writer in the U.S. on Oct 1, 2014.
Friday, November 23, 2018 at 6:17PM Pretty mild so far for a busy Black Friday!
Black Friday 2018, holiday shopping, video in Events, Gadgets, Internet Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 10:31AM Great to be on with my two good friends, Steve and Dave Lee on the Waves of Tech podcast on the Modernlife Network.
We talk about a wide range of items for the holidays from online Christmas card ordering, noise cancelling headphones, DSLR cameras, vintage video games, and portable gym bags. And what about some holiday hacks such as finding places that price match, doing your homework online prior to shopping, using apps to find the best deals around, and finding out what benefits credit card companies offer for shoppers.
Have a listen and the show notes are below:
Rick’s Black Friday Deals
Christmas Cards from Card Fool (www.cardfool.com)
If you don’t care to do the traditional sending of Christmas or holiday cars, considering using Card Fool as it makes giving your holiday cards easy and fun. Order online, put in your own message, and the card is delivered right to the recipient for a single low fee per card sent.
Mixcder – E7 Active Noise Cancelling Headphones (www.mixcder.com)
Noise cancelling headphones are a huge business right now. Everyone from fitness gurus to gamers to home users are snatching these items up. The costs typically vary from $100 to $400. Check out Mixcder’s E7 model offered at only $60. It is an amazing deal with quick charging, a 12-hour playback life, and high quality sound over Bluetooth.
KICHGO – Portable Gym in a 2 lb. Bag (www.kichgo.com)
For only $65, you can pick up the Kichgo portable gym bag for yourself or a fitness lover in your life. This bag of goodies includes various gym items such as resistance bands, videos, and more. You can use the equipment for Pilates, circuit training, tabatas, and yoga routines. This gym in a 2 pound bag makes fitness attainable for everyone by keeping it simple and helping everyone achieve consistency.
The C64 Mini – Commodore 64 Mini (www.thec64.com)
This is one of Rick’s favorite items of 2018 at the low cost of $80 a unit. If you remember all those great sports games on the Commodore 64, you’re going to be a fan of the Commodore 64 Mini. THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. The simple plug and play action is perfect for everyone in the family. Imagine classic Commodore games on a high definition 55-inch television!
Nikon D3500 DSLR (www.nikonusa.com)
Smartphone cameras having been getting better and better with each and every model, but some shots deserve more and that’s where the Nikon DSLR comes in. The D3500 (priced at an affordable price tag – camera and lens only $499) is the lightest and most portable DSLR yet and the ultimate travel camera! The D3500 is perfect for on-the-go shooting with its compact and durable build. Features include upgraded 24.2 megapixel sensor (15 times larger than a typical smartphone), HD video recording, Bluetooth connectivity with Nikon SnapBridge for instant image transfer to your smartphone.
Combat Wipes – Active Outdoor Wipes (https://www.combatwipes.com/active)
For the outdoor and hiking enthusiasts in your life, check out Combat Wipes – a 100% biodegradable wipe that you can bury after use. It goes back to nature 100%, has recyclable packaging, and has a cleansing and refreshing formula. These are more than just another ordinary baby wipes pack – it specifically designed to the outdoor enthusiasts with the environment in mind. Buy one or as many as you want for $6.75 per pack.
Black Friday Deals, Holiday Hacks, and Hot Holiday Items
You may not know, but many credit cards companies offer additional benefits such as extended warranties on gadgets and tech. Here are some examples, but be sure to call your local bank or credit card representative for specifics.
Save your receipt – the card statement showing the purchase and the manufacturer’s warranty, whether buying for yourself or as a gift
Use a card that provides Price Protection that will reimburse you for the difference between what you paid and the better price you found
Use a card that provides Purchase Protection that covers eligible purchases against accidental damage, theft, or loss
Use a card that allows Return Protection of certain items even if the merchant won’t accept it or issue a refund.
General tips for Black Friday shopping include:
Find places that will give you the best price
Doing preliminary research online for all items you plan to buy
Find out if stores offer price matching at the counter
Maximize your shopping by limiting time spent in stores and lines
Thanks to Steve and Dave for this great episode!
Monday, November 19, 2018 at 10:57AM Fun to be on "The Dana Barrett Show" on Friday, November 16, to talk some tech and some deals for the holiday.
I brought on some unique items.
Including:
1. Card Fool cards - make giving your holiday cards easy and fun
www.cardfool.com - Order online, put in your own message and the card is delivered right to the recipient
Card Fool are the experts in hilarious greeting cards, are helping everyone channel their funny bone and celebrate the lucky individuals on your naughty list. With a variety of Christmas and Hanukkah cards to choose from, this holiday season let that special person know you’re thinking of them the only way you know how – humor, why not!?
2. Mixcder - E7 Active Noice Cancelling headphones
On Amazon $59.99 for noise cancelling headphones, wireless, 12 hour playback life
3. KICHGO
www.kichgo.com $65 for bag of goodies and videos
Famously known for being Jennifer Lawrence and Kesha’s secret weapon, there’s nothing better than having celebrity trainer, Kit Rich, by your side. With her new product, KICHGO, a big gym in a little bag that weighs less than 2 pounds, you can whip your body into shape in no time. The bag packed full of tried and true equipment that can be used for Pilates, Circuit Training, HIIT, Tabata, and Yoga routines. In addition, customers receive 20 downloadable videos of varying lengths and styles. KICHGO makes fitness attainable for everyone, by keeping it simple and helping everyone achieve consistency with their workouts ANYWHERE AND EVERYWHERE.
4. Sentry Shield- $120
www.sentryshieldusa.com
If ever needed, bulletproof backpack inserts from SentryShield.
Sometimes there is a trade-off for freedom.
SentryShield®, maker of personal tactical protection has introduced its signature bulletproof backpack insert. Available in two sizes (backpack and handbag), the SentryShield insert is engineered with 24 layers of ultra-high molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) to be NIJ Level IIIA compliant and is capable of stopping a variety of ammunition.
Designed to be travel friendly, the SentryShield is easily concealed and carried in backpacks, laptop bags and other personal belongings. Despite being eight times stronger than steel, SentryShield contains no metal and won’t set off metal detectors in schools, airports or other secure locations.
5. The Tree Hugger - Christmas Tree accessory
https://thechristmastreehugger.com/
Have a watch of the segment, I come on about 30 mins into this feed.
And you can always see more about Dana at www.DanaBarret.com
Have a great Black Friday!
Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 11:23AM Rick always joins Sam and Greg on SportsRadio 92.9 The Game in Atlanta before Black Friday to talk some of the great deals and sports items that might make great gifts.
Have a listen to 92.9 The Game Weekends from Sunday morning.
Here is what Rick brought to the table:
1. Christmas Cards from Card Fool cards - make giving your holiday cards easy and fun
www.cardfool.com - Order online, put in your own message and the card is delivered right to the recipient
Card Fool are the experts in hilarious greeting cards, are helping everyone channel their funny bone and celebrate the lucky individuals on your naughty list. With a variety of Christmas and Hanukkah cards to choose from, this holiday season let that special person know you’re thinking of them the only way you know how – humor, why not!?
2. Mixcder - E7 Active Noice Cancelling headphones
On Amazon $59.99 for noise cancelling headphones, wireless, 12 hour playback life.
A great deal - Noise cancelling headphones can go for $400
3. KICHGO - Portable Gym in a 2 lb. Bag
www.kichgo.com $65 for bag of goodies and videos
Famously known for being Jennifer Lawrence and Kesha’s secret weapon, there’s nothing better than having celebrity trainer, Kit Rich, by your side. With her new product, KICHGO, a big gym in a little bag that weighs less than 2 pounds, you can whip your body into shape in no time. The bag packed full of tried and true equipment that can be used for Pilates, Circuit Training, HIIT, Tabata, and Yoga routines. In addition, customers receive 20 downloadable videos of varying lengths and styles. KICHGO makes fitness attainable for everyone, by keeping it simple and helping everyone achieve consistency with their workouts ANYWHERE AND EVERYWHERE.
• 2 resistance bands: light and medium
• 1 set of resistance band handles
• 1 set of resistance band ankle / booty strap
• 1 set of dual-sided sliders
• 3 resistance loops: light / medium / heavy
• 1 inflatable Pilates Core ball (with inflation device)
• 1 Jump rope
• 1 door anchor
4. 6. C64 Mini - Commordore 64 Mini
One of Rick's fave items of 2018 - $79.99 - Remember all those great sports games on the Commodore 64
www.thec64.com
If you were a fan of the Commodore 64 in the 80's it's back in this mini form and you can play all your favorite games.
THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. Originally designed with fans of the original machine in mind, THEC64® Mini is also attractive to kids and families thanks to its simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past and program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64® Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.
THEC64® Mini comes with 64 classic titles already installed, including: California Games, Winter Games, Impossible Mission II, Boulder Dash, Jumpman, Pitstop II, Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe, Street Sports Baseball, Summer Games II, Temple of Apshai Trilogy, Uridium and more.
Have a great Black Friday!
92.9 The Game, Black Friday 2018, Sam Crenshaw, gadgets in Atlanta, Gadgets, Holidays, Radio Friday, October 19, 2018 at 6:29AM What we know so far...
Time to start thinking about shopping!
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