The best Australian tech deals for September 2017

There's money to be saved on Apple's latest 9.7-inch iPad range, plus a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 that's got a three-figure price tag.

If you're not the keen on a handheld device to increase your productivity, another palm-friendly gadget might be just what you're after – grab DJI's bite-sized Spark drone and head for the great outdoors.

Here are Monday's deals:

New deals added Monday, September 11

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 ($929; usually $1,268): With 128GB of storage, 4GB RAM and an Intel Core i5 processor, the Surface Pro 4 is a great device. We gave it 4.5 out of 5 stars on our Surface Pro 4 review. And if you’ve been looking for a “tablet that can replace your laptop”, you can save some money by heading to Kogan and grabbing the Surface Pro 4 for just $929, saving you $339. This particular model is not Australian stock, so please make a purchase if you’re comfortable using a direct import.

Apple iPad (2017 model; from $419; usually from $469): It’s usually pretty hard to find a good bargain on Apple’s products, so when there’s a chance, no matter how small, it’s best to take the opportunity. The latest version of the 9.7-inch 32GB iPad carries a price tag of $469, but you can save $50 on this premium device by purchasing one from Kogan. The 32GB iPad is available in Space Grey, Silver and Gold. If you’d like more storage space, the 128GB iPad in Space Grey and Silver is available for $549, down from $599. Plus you get to save on shipping too! These, however, are imported models.

DJI Spark drone ($689; usually $859): While the Spark may not be the most powerful drone available today, this palm-sized quadcopter makes flying a drone and taking aerial footage plenty of fun for everyone, no matter their proficiency in flying drones. If you’d like to feel like a Jedi and control a drone with just your palm, then head on over to Rubber Monkey and get the Spark for just over $689 and save $170 on the RRP of $859.

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Previous days' deals that are still available

Deals added Friday, September 8

Soniq S65UX16A 65-inch UHD smart TV ($999; usually $1,299): Upgrading your home entertainment system doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to set up. If you’ve got the space for a 65-inch smart TV and aren’t too enthused about the latest OLED technology, you can get the Soniq UX16A telly from JB Hi-Fi for $999, saving you $300 on the bargain.

Dell XPS 13 laptop (from $1,699; usually from $1,999): Dell has managed to cram a 13-inch display into a 11-inch chassis by making the screen practically bezel-less. The 13.3-inch InfinityEdge display on the XPS 13 boasts Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution. It even boasts a long battery life. It tops our list of the 10 best Ultrabooks of 2017. The XPS 13 laptops come with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, but there are a couple of CPU flavours to choose from. If you’re not going to work overtime, the Core i5 version of the XPS 13 is currently on sale for $1,699 at Dell. That’s 15% off the RRP of $1,999. On the other hand, the i7 model, for a bit more grunt under the hood, has 20% off on its usual RRP of $2,299. It’s now down to just $1,839. This offer ends Thursday, September 14.

The Good Guys eBay sale (15% off): From TVs to camera, smartphones and audio gear, there’s 15% off plenty of gizmos at The Good Guys eBay store. Just be sure to use the code PTGG15 at checkout to avail the discount. Meaning you can get the Beats Studio Wireless cans for just $339.15 and not at its usual RRP of $399, or grab the Olympus E-M10 Mark II mirrorless camera with a kit lens for $719.10 and not $846. There’s even fitness trackers and smartwatches to choose from. This sale ends September 11.

Deals added Wednesday, September 6

Xbox One S + Destiny 2 bundle (from $329): Microsoft is celebrating the release of the much-awaited first-person shooter Destiny 2 with some doozie deals. For just $329, you can get the 500GB Xbox One S console bundle, which includes either Battlefield 1, Minecraft or Forza Horizon 3, plus Destiny 2 and a game of your choice from a pretty good list, we might add. That’s three games for a darn good price! Alternatively you can spend $399 for the 1TB console bundle that includes not just Destiny 2, but either Halo Wars 2, Gears of War 4 or Forza Horizon 3, plus another free game of your choice. This offer is available only until September 12, so hurry before stocks run low.

Lenovo ThinkPad E470 laptop ($999; usually $1,499): Designed for productivity, this 14-inch laptop from Lenovo can be configured to suit your needs – and your wallet. For just $999, the E470 comes with an features an Intel Core i7 CPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD and a 2GB Nvidia GeForce 940MX graphics chip. That’s a saving of $500 on a laptop with enough grunt under the hood to get your work done and then still have some to spare. This offer ends Friday, September 8.

Myer eBay sale (20% off tech products): Until September 11 Myer’s eBay store has 20% off a whole load of tech goodies, including the, Bose QC35 noise-cancelling wireless headphones, Bose SoundTouch 20 Series III wireless speaker, JBL Pulse 3 Bluetooth speaker and the B&O BeoPlay H4 wireless cans, to name a few. There’s plenty more to choose from, so head to eBay and pocket your savings on some premium gadgets.

Deals added Monday, September 4

Google Home smart speaker ($169; usually $199): This may not be a ‘Strayan-speaking model, but you can easy change that by going into the accompanying app’s settings and updating the smart speaker to understand and respond in Aussie-speak. So why spend $199 when you can save $30 and get a Google Home for $169 from Kogan? And it includes free shipping! But be aware that this is an international model of the Google Home, so make sure you’re comfortable with that before making a purchase, but you do get an AU-complaint adaptor.

Nikon D7200 DSLR camera (body only; $1,039.88; usually $1,400): If you’ve been looking for a good DLSR camera that’s packed full of features that can help you take your photography to the next level, and save some money in the bargain, the Nikon D7200 DSLR could be it. It’s got a great sensor, brilliant performance and excellent autofocus. Read our Nikon D7200 review to find out more. The body alone can be yours for 20% off the listed price if you head to eBay and grab it before September 7. Remember to add the code PICKUP20 to get the Nikon D7200 for just $1,039.88. There’s also a two-year manufacturer’s warranty as well. If you’re looking for a compatible lens, you can also get that from eBay for 20% off by applying the same code at checkout.

Pioneer PL-30 Audiophile turntable ($376.74; usually $630): If you’ve been hoarding your vinyls in the garage, it’s time to dig them out, dust them off and listen to the good ol’ sounds of a needle scratching the grooves of the records. The Pioneer PL-30 Audiophile turntable features a dual-layered chassis to lower the centre of gravity and a built-in equaliser that promises great playback. The PL-30 Audiophile turntable is available at Kogan’s eBay store for just over $376, saving you nearly $255 on a price tag that can be about $630.

iRobot Roomba (from $649; usually from $725): Make cleaning your home a thing of convenience with an iRobot Roomba robot vacuum cleaner. Set it, leave it and let it do its thing, sucking up all the dirt and making your home looks spick and span! It gets into every nook and cranny, under furniture and anywhere else. The Roomba 860 is available on Kogan for just $649 (down from $725), while the Roomba 880 is now available for $799 (down from$1,199), saving you up to $400 on the little helper. However, these models are imported, so be sure you’re comfortable with purchasing non-Australian stock.

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