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Today's Best Deals: Star Wars Toys, Nexus 6, Ultrawide Monitor, and More

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Need some motivation to start running? Amazon’s taking 55% off select Mizuno running shoes for men and women, today only. [Get 55% Off Mizuno Running Shoes at Amazon]

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Read this ringing endorsement of the Nexus 6 from Gizmodo, then pick one up unlocked for $350, which is by far the best deal we’ve ever seen. Yeah, it’s basically a year-old phone at this point, but it’s still a really strong performer at this price. [Nexus 6, $350]

The typical price for a third party Lightning cable these days is about $8, so today you can basically get a lipstick battery pack or a 3-port USB car charger for a couple bucks extra.

Update: The car charger code only works on the white model.

We’ve all heard that watching TV in the dark can be pretty tough on the eyes, but an ambient bias lighting setup can make the experience much more palatable. This basic USB-powered kit from Antec is only $19 right now, and takes just a few seconds to install.

All you have to do is plug the LED strip into the USB port on the back of your TV (or any other USB charger, as you just need it for power), stick it to the back of your set with the built-in adhesive, and then enjoy the glow. It has a small switch to turn the light on or off, but a lot of TVs will cut power to their USB port automatically when turned off, which saves you from having to flick it off manually.

This, along with the 100-pack of Velcro cable ties, is one of the most elusive deals we post. It hasn’t been this cheap in months, and it seems to sell out incredibly quickly whenever we post it, so you’d better order quickly if you want it for under $20, and without a backorder. [Antec Bias Lighting Kit, $19]

Mpow’s Swift Bluetooth headphones are one of the most popular items we’ve ever posted, and you can get a pair for $26 today, complete with an iPhone 6 armband for running. [Mpow Swift Bluetooth Sport Headphones and Mpow Armband for iPhone6, $26. Add both to cart and use code XFNJ2C9F]

Most computer monitors are 16:9, but this $200 LG IPS display is a ridiculous 21:9, giving you extra real estate for application windows, or a wider view in games. [LG 29” IPS LED HD 21:9 UltraWide Monitor, $200]

Today only, Best Buy is offering big discounts on color-shifting Philips Hue products. The Iris is a standalone lamp that you point to a wall to bathe it in color, while the LightStrip is great for mounting under cabinets or furniture to add accents to any room.

As with all Hue products, these lights can change color with a tap of your smartphone, or even based on rules you create in IFTTT. Just note that you’ll need a Hue Bridge to control the Iris, while the LightStrip kit comes with one.

Philips Friends of Hue 120Lumen, 12W LightStrip Luminaire Starter Kit ($120) | Best Buy

Philips Friends of Hue Iris Extension Dimmable Plug Based Light ($60) | Best Buy

The Force Awakens hype train is gaining steam, and you can get set with a great deal on Star Wars toys, courtesy of Amazon. You’ll save $10 automatically if you order $50 worth of toys, or $25 off $100 if you get carried away. There are over nine pages full of eligible items, so you shouldn’t have any trouble filling your cart. [$10 off $50, or $25 off $100 on select Star Wars Toys]

Need a little push to get off the couch, or just want to recreate a viral web stunt? The Fitbit Charge HR is the best fitness tracker for most people, and you can get one for just $110 today ($40 off), which is the best deal we’ve seen on the heart rate-tracking model. [Fitbit Charge HR, $110]

If Amazon sells out, Best Buy also has it for the same price.

Today only, Amazon’s marked this high-end Panasonic Arc5 electric shaver down to $148, an all-time low. That’s still a decent chunk of change, but you get what you pay for:

  • 5-Blade Ultra-Thin Vibrating Foil Cutting System with 30 Degree “Nano Blades” for a clean shaving experience
  • 14,000 CPM Linear Motor Drive with a Multi- Flex Pivoting Head with Stainless Steel Foil and Blade, Built-in Pop-up Trimmer
  • 10-Stage LCD readout, Lock Button, Sonic Vibration Cleaning Mode for quick clean-up

[Panasonic ES-LV61-A Arc5 Electric Shaver Wet/Dry with Multi-Flex Pivoting Head, $148]

This microfiber towel is considered by many detailing aficionados to be the best for drying off your car. I own it, and can confirm that it’s less a towel and more a towel-shaped sponge. It’s been cheaper than this, but today’s price is on the low end of its usual range.[Meguiar’s X2000 Microfiber Drying Towel, $8]

Xbox One’s DVR functionality won’t be out until next year, but you can still use the console as an OTA TV receiver with a good antenna and tuner.

Microsoft’s official live TV bundle includes an amplified Mohu Leaf 50 antenna (a Lifehacker favorite) and a Hauppauge Digital TV TV Tuner for $100. Buying both separately on Amazon would set you back over $120, so this Labor Day deal from Microsoft is a great value for cord cutters. [Live TV Bundle for Xbox One, $99]

All Labor Day weekend, Microsoft is offering up your choice of Xbox One bundle, plus a copy of Assassin’s Creed Unity, and an extra game of your choice. It’s not uncommon to see Xbox One bundles being sold with two extra games, but this is the first time we’ve seen such a large selection of bundles. [Xbox One Labor Day Sale]

Need to get caught up on Star Wars before The Force Awakens? Both trilogies are on sale on Blu-ray for $35 each, today on Amazon.

Star Wars Original Trilogy Episodes IV-VI ($35) | Amazon

Star Wars Trilogy Episodes I-III ($35) | Amazon

Waterproof Bluetooth speakers are perfect if you like to sing in the shower, or even just need more time to clear your podcast backlog, and you can choose from two great options today for around $25.

First up, the OoontZ Angle Plus boasts an impressive 15 hour battery, IPX5 water resistance, and an impressive 4.5 star review average on over 1,300 customer ratings. If all you need is a basic, reliable shower speaker, it’s a steal at $24. [OontZ Angle PLUS Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker, Water Resistant, $24 with code OONTZ30P. Black model only]

For a few bucks more, you can opt for Mpow’s Armor speaker instead. It will only play for 10 hours on a charge, but it actually includes a built-in 1,000mAh backup battery (separate from the one that powers the speaker itself) that you can use to top off your phone. Granted, that’s not a ton of extra juice, but it could come in handy on a camping trip. [Mpow Armor Bluetooth Speaker with 1000mAh back-up power supply, $26 with code 28G5CZKI]

If you want to get real work done on your phone or tablet while on the road, this Bluetooth keyboard will work with iOS or Android, and can fold up to fit in just about any bag. [iClever IC-BK03 Tri-folding Magnetic Control Bluetooth Keyboard, $27 with code IBO23O6H]

Whether you’re counting calories, baking, measuring espresso shots, or weighing small packages, a kitchen scale is a always a great tool to have on hand. This one has a stack of great reviews and is under $8 today, so there’s no need to weigh your options. [Etekcity 11lb/5kg Digital Kitchen Food Scale with 0.01oz Resolution, $8 with code KDKS2OFF]

Featuring a customizable LED light show that pulses along with your music, the JBL Pulse Bluetooth speaker is a self-contained party. A new model is coming soon, but if you don’t need water resistance or care about an enhanced light system, you can save $100 on the original model, which is the best deal we’ve ever seen. [JBL Pulse Wireless Bluetooth Speaker with LED lights and NFC Pairing, $100]

If Super Mario Maker has convinced you to buy a Wii U, this is the best price we’ve ever seen on the Deluxe model. [Refurb. Nintendo Wii U Deluxe Set with Nintendo Land, $190 with code VISA5]

If you have a Regal theater in your neighborhood, here’s a chance to buy a $50 gift card for $40. That’s like a free large popcorn (maybe)! [$50 Regal Gift Card, $40]

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