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Who says the best tech deals have to come around the holidays? Celebrate Christmas in July with some of the summer’s hottest buys in honor of Independence Day.

These smart home deals will practically set off indoor fireworks – and if you’re in the market for a television, this July 4th is definitely the time to buy. Thinking of buying a new TV? With Puls, you can get it installed in no time. Check out our list of favorite 4th of July 2018 tech deals below!



Apple iPhone X, iPhone 8, or 8 Plus    

iPhone X charging

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From the dazzling infinity Retina display, to the TrueDepth cameras with FaceID, to the A11 Bionic chip that’s so fast there isn’t software out there yet that can push it to full throttle, we don’t have to repeat why we love the iPhone X. And now, when you buy the X, 8, or 8 Plus at Target, you get a $100 gift card to spend any way you like. For example, you can put it towards another iPhone X.



Philips Hue Gen3 Starter Kit

Philips Hue Gen3 Starter Kit

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With over 16 million colors, this smart light set might make you miss the fireworks display – you won’t want to take your eyes off of it! Save 30% off the 4-bulb, 60 watt Philips Hue starter kit, and pay only $139 instead of $199.

With the included Philips Hue Bridge attachment, you’ll be able to control your lights from a smartphone app from anywhere in the world, as well as sync them to movies, music, even your smart doorbell. And with the virtually endless color palette, you can find the perfect lighting for any occasion.



RCA 65” Class 4K (2160P) LED TV

RCA 65" Class 4K LED TV

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Walmart is rocking some great deals this 4th of July – such as this 4K television for nearly 50% off. Usually priced at $899, for now it’s available for only $469. Experience richer colors, pitch-dark blacks, and a wide 176-degree viewing angle, for a fraction of the price.



LG 49” Class FHD (1080P) Smart LED TV

LG 49" Class FHD Smart LED TV

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Normally $450, this smart TV is just $299 – priced so low, you can only see it in-cart. We always love a smart TV, and this one comes with the Amazon Instant Video streaming service, along with apps like Hulu, Netflix, YouTube, and more. It comes with a remote control, of course, but sync it up with your smart home hub to control it via voice command, and you don’t even have to lift a finger.



Nest 3rd Gen Programmable Thermostat

Nest 3rd Gen Thermostat

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Gone are the days when your dad wouldn’t let anyone touch the thermostat – the Nest smart thermostat even lights up as you approach, making it easy for you to adjust. Not that you even have to touch the thermostat at all – adjust the temperature or choose from customized preset settings from anywhere in the world with the Nest thermostat app on your smartphone.

Or, simply issue a voice command through your smart home assistant. But perhaps the coolest thing about the Nest thermostat is price – it’s now just $217 instead of $348, a 37% discount.



Samsung 55” Class 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV

Samsung 55" Smart LED TV

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Save over $300 when you buy the Samsung 55” 4K smart TV for just $597, down from $899. You won’t have to take your eyes off the beautiful 2160P display when you take advantage of this TV’s smart capabilities. Simply issue a voice command, and you can open any one of the many streaming apps, or control it via the app on your smartphone.



Apple Watch Series 1, plus extra band

Apple Watch + arm band deal

Save up to $139 on this bundle from Walmart (87% off!) when you buy an Apple Watch and receive an extra band. The watch from Apple boasts a dual-core processor, is splash resistant, and is even more intuitive with WatchOS4.



VIZIO 75” Class 4K (2160P) smart XLED home theater display

VIZIO 75" XLED home theater display

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Save a cool $1,000 on this smart home theater display, priced at $1,499 – down from the usual $2,500. The VIZIO 75” home theater is smart home enabled – you know we love it – with built-in Google Chromecast, and the breathtaking picture courtesy of Dolby Vision XHDR with Ultra Color Spectrum and Ultra HD. It’s quite the package – and quite the savings.



ORA Mini smart plug WiFi enabled outlet

ORA Mini smart plug

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Save 65% now on eBay when you purchase this Alexa-friendly smart plug. Save even more when you use the smart plug to create customized schedules for your devices – or even turn off the lights from the road if you accidentally left them on!



Samsung 43” Class 4K  (2160P) Ultra HD Smart LED TV

Samsung 43" Smart LED TV

 

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Smooth motion viewing with a super-high refresh rate, four times the clarity with Ultra HD, more vibrant colors and richer blacks – this 43” Samsung 4K smart LED TV has it all, except the high price tag. Save over $250 when you buy it now from Walmart for only $497.

 

Let Puls install all your digital devices

Puls TV installation prosWhether you opt to buy a new TV or a new smart device, look to Puls for all your setup and installation needs. Our expert technicians will come to you everyday from 8 am to 10 pm, all holiday weekend long.

Book a TV mounting or smart home setup appointment online anytime, and let us take the hassle out of install for you!
Jake S.
Jake S.
Jake Sherman is a professional writer with a background in journalism. He is fascinated by home appliances and how they work. He enjoys breaking down complex topics and explaining them in interesting ways. He has been a Puls staff writer for two years. When he's not writing, he enjoys trotting around the globe, trying unfamiliar foods, and testing unmarked doors to see if they're locked.
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