• Students Can Get Amazon Music Unlimited for $1 a Month

    If you're a student at a college or university, you can get a year's subscription to Amazon Music Unlimited for $1 a month. That gets you instant access to pretty much any song you want to hear. It's the best music streaming deal you're likely to find on any service.

    To take advantage of the deal, you just have to sign up for Prime Student, a membership program that gets you all the regular benefits of Prime, plus a bunch more — for half the price of Prime. You even get the first six months of Prime Student for free. There's really no reason not to do it. Even if you don't want to continue after the six-month free trial, you can cancel your membership before you're charged.

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    But about that music. Music Unlimited is basically Amazon's answer to Spotify. It gives you unlimited, ad-free access to pretty much any song on the planet. You can stream or download the music to your phone, tablet, or computer. It works seamlessly with any Echo connected to your Amazon account.

    After the year runs out, your price for Amazon Music Unlimited only goes up to $4.99 a month for as long as you're still a Prime Student member. That in itself is a discount off the standard price of $7.99.

    Even if you don't want to pay $1 a month for Music Unlimited, Prime Student members get free access to Prime Music, a more limited music streaming service. It's also ad-free, but the song selection is smaller (2 million songs vs Amazon Music Unlimited's 75 million songs).

    A Prime Student subscription includes a ton of other benefits besides the Amazon Music Unlimited discount. It gets you free two-day shipping on tons of items on Amazon. It gets you free delivery on Grubhub. It gets you unlimited access to Prime Video. You can check out all the benefits here.

    Essentially, if you're a student, there's no reason not to try a six-month free Prime Student membership. Once the free trial ends, Prime Student costs $6.49 per month, which is half the price of a standard Prime membership for non-students. If you're eligible, it's worth a try IMO.

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    New Twisted Metal Rumored To Be In Development Alongside TV Show

    Sony is reportedly planning to revive the Twisted Metal video game series seemingly alongside the franchise's upcoming TV show.

    In a recent video on Giant Bomb, GamesBeat's Jeff Grubb said he's heard that a Twisted Metal revival is in the works, but it still may be a ways off. VGC reports that they've also heard a new Twisted Metal game is on the way.

    A Twisted Metal TV show was confirmed back in 2019. It's one project in a larger push from Sony to turn more of its IP into movies and television shows.

    Shawn Layden, who was Chairman of SIE Worldwide Studios at the time, said, "We looked at what Marvel has done in taking the world of comic books and making it into the biggest thing in the film world. It would be a lofty goal to say we’re following in their footsteps, but certainly we’re taking inspiration from that." Layden has since left Sony, but the strategy appears to remain intact.

    Other projects currently in the works include The Last of Us TV show on HBO, the Uncharted movie starring Tom Holland, and a Ghost of Tsushima movie from the director of John Wick.

    There hasn't been a mainline game in the series since 2012's Twisted Metal reboot. Around the same time, there was word of a Twisted Metal movie that never came to fruition. However, we thought the game was 'amazing' in our Twisted Metal review, saying, "Like its predecessor from more than 15 years ago, Twisted Metal celebrates an eccentric kind of action that shoves fun down the collective throat of the gaming masses."

    Logan Plant is a freelance writer for IGN. You can find him on Twitter @LoganJPlant.

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    Daily Deals: Score a Dell XPS RTX 3060 Ti Gaming PC for Only $1369 with New Coupon Code, 16% Off Tales of Arise for PC

    Starting today, Dell is offering a 17% off "sitewide" coupon that works on select Dell and Alienware gaming PCs and laptops. Granted it doesn't work on most configs that are worth looking at, but it does work on two Dell XPS config equipped with your choice of RTX 3060 Ti or RTX 3070 video cards. The price after discount is far less than what we saw during Dell's Labor Day Sale. In other deal news, there's an MSI RTX 3070 gaming laptop on Amazon for only $1349, you can score an Xbox Elite Series 2 controller for only $119 (as long as you don't mind getting it in "Like New" condition), and Tales of Arise is out tomorrow and GMG is offering a 16% discount for the PC digital version. These deals and more below.

    Dell XPS Intel Core i7 RTX 3060 Ti PC for $1369

    Enjoy high end PC gaming on a budget. There is one of the best deals we've seen for an RTX 3060 Ti equipped PC and handily beats out a similar deal we saw on Labor Day by over $100. The RTX 3060 Ti is a very powerful video card; it's better than the previous generation's RTX 2080! It's a big upgrade from the 3060 non-Ti model and the one to get if you're going to play games at resolutions of 1440p or higher. This particular deal is found on the Dell Small Business site, but anyone can purchase there just like on Dell's regular site; you can treat Dell Small Business as exactly the same as Dell Home.

    Dell XPS Intel Core i7 RTX 3070 PC for $1659

    If you need a gaming PC that can handle 4K resolution, you should consider stepping up to an RTX 3070. The RTX 3070 performs a bit better than the previous generation's fastest video card, the RTX 2080 SUPER. You don't lose much fps compared to the RTX 3080 (at most 10% at 4K) but you save hundreds of dollars in terms of cost.

    Out Tomorrow: 16% Off Tales of Arise for PC

    After a long wait, Tales of Arise is finally out tomorrow, September 10, for PS4, Xbox, and PC. Green Man Gaming is offering a 16% discount if your preorder the PC digital edition today. If you've seen the gameplay videos or played the demo at all, you're probably already aware that Tales of Arise graphics are a massive improvement over its predecessors. That's because Bandai Namco abandoned its proprietary graphics engine for the much more powerful and flexible Unreal Engine. Aside from the revamped graphics, expect the same well-loved gameplay from before, including real-time combo-chaining battles, a wonderfully generic yet epic storyline, and cringe-worthy yet endearing character skits.

    MSI RTX 3070 Gaming Laptop for Only $1349

    This MSI GL66 gaming laptop just got marked down by $150, making it the least expensive RTX 3070 equipped laptop on the market right now. The GPU has a TDP of only 85W in order to keep the power consumption, heat, and noise to a minimum. That means it's not as fast as some of the other RTX 3070 equipped laptops out there, but it still performs better than an RTX 3060 equipped laptop while running cooler and quieter.

    Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller (Preowned)

    If you get a preowned Xbox Elite Series 2 controller off Amazon Warehouse, you can get an extra 20% off the already discounted price. You'll have to make sure the vendor is "Amazon" and not a 3rd party marketplace vendor. "Used: Very Good" and "Used: Like New" condition models are both available. This professional-grade controller features adjustable tension thumbsticks, shorter hair trigger locks, wraparound textured grips, interchangeable thumbsticks and paddle shapes, custom profiles saved on your controller itself, and included USB Type C cable with charging dock. It boasts up to 40 hours of battery life and is compatible with the Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PC.

    Dell S2721DGF 27" 1440p GSYNC Gaming Monitor

    This is one of the best gaming monitors you can buy for under $500. The S2721DGF is a 27" monitor with an excellent IPS panel (better than the VA panel found on the popular S3220DGF model). It features wide viewing angles and excellent color rendition including 98% DCI-P3 color coverage. At the same time, it boasts a super fast 1ms response time and up to 165Hz refresh rate through the DisplayPort. It's also FreeSync Premium Pro and G-SYNC compatible.

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    2021 65" Hisense U6G 4K QLED Smart TV

    Pick up the new 2021 65" Hisense 4K TV featuring Quantum Dot technology for the lowest price ever. This ULED TV supports Dolby Vision HDR thanks to a ULED panel that's rated for 600nits of maximum brightness and boasts 60 local dimming zones. It's actually one of the highest rated TVs around, especially for its price range.

    Preorder the Middle Earth 6-Film Ultimate Collector's Edition (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital)

    This impressive Middle Earth Collector's Edition includes both The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies over a whopping 31 discs. That's because there are separate 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray discs for both the Theatrical Editions and the Extended Editions. You also get digital HD copies for free, and they are compatible with MoviesAnywhere so you can merge it into your digital library. As far as extras go, you get a Special Features Blu-ray disc, a 64-page booklet, and 7 travel poster art cards. All the discs are stored in collectible foil sleeves.

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    Train To Be A Legit Cyber Security Expert With This $30 Training Package

    There is so much data online, and that makes it both an amazing and scary place to do business. A business owner can address the fearful end of things by simply making sure to learn or hire someone who knows the ins and outs of cyber security.

    Whether you're trying to join the lucrative field of cyber security, or you're simply trying to manage your own data — there are some killer options out there to learn from. The best one is The Ultimate 2021 Cyber Security Survival Training Bundle, which is on sale for just $29.99 (reg. $495). This bundle features five lifetime courses and 60 hours of content on CompTIA, CISCO, CCSK, CISM, and more!

    For aspiring professionals, this bundle is a life-saving introduction to the world of cyber security, which is one of the most valued and needed sectors of the tech industry. The training series is designed to guide you from an introductory security level up to the highest certifications in the IT industry. These courses will qualify you for a wide range of jobs. Some of the titles you could hold after finishing up could include: Cyber Security Data Analyst, Manager of IT Cyber Security, Senior Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Security Lead, and Cyber Security Business Analyst.

    From this vast collection of content, you will learn information security basics and prepare to become Security+ certified. You will gain an understanding of how to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats. Courses also show how to understand cloud security fundamentals, develop and manage an enterprise information security program, and more.

    The courses in this bundle are taught by ITU Online Training, which has been earning accolades from places like The Best in Biz Awards and the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards since beginning in 2012. Don't miss your chance to grab The Ultimate 2021 Cyber Security Survival Training Bundle on sale for just $29.99 (reg. $495).

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    Get To Know Your Pooch With This Award-Winning Dog DNA Test

    The proliferation of DNA tests in recent years has been a fun and informative trend that's gone beyond humans and into the world of pets. For dogs, in particular, there are a lot of questions that can be answered with a DNA test, some of which include: What breed is my dog? What diseases are they predisposed to? What personality traits are inherent in its DNA?

    Learn the answers to these questions and more with the DNA My Dog Breed Identification Test + $20 Site Credit, which is now on sale for just $59.99 (reg. $79). With this, you can find out your dog's exact breed mix, personality traits, and more with a simple cheek swab kit. Get results with this fast, easy, and painless testing product.

    Honored as one of the distinguished Leaders in Ethical Canine Genetic Testing at the GHP Biotechnology Awards in 2020, the DNA My Dog Breed Identification Test works with just a few, simple steps. First, upon receiving the kit in the mail, you'll get your dog's DNA with a cheek swab that will take just a minute. After sending that sample back to the DNA My Dog team, you'll get a full report emailed to you in two weeks or less from when they receive the sample.

    With the report, you'll be able to check out a custom photo certificate highlighting the breeds found in your dog's genetic breed composition. It will also include a percentage breakdown of the levels found in your dog's unique DNA. Exact percentages can also be made available upon request. You'll also get a report on dominant breeds, personality traits, and health concerns.

    Don't miss your limited-time chance to grab the informative and remarkably affordable DNA My Dog Breed Identification Test + $20 Site Credit for only $59.99 (reg. $79).

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