• Here’s a deal for we penny pinchers: SuperMediaStore.com has the Kill-A-Watt Electricity Monitor for $29, shipped. This little gewgaw tells you how much power each device you plug into it uses, equipping you with the knowledge that your desktop document incinerator is actually sort of power hungry.

• It’s hardly a beast, but DealNews tells you how to get a hold of the Dell Inspiron 1300 1.4GHz 14-inch Widescreen Laptop for $500, shipped. That’s the magic price point for many people, and this particular model can be had for even less without the DVD burner.

• Amazon sells the iAudio X5 30GB Portable Multimedia Player for $266, shipped. It’s the iPod video for people who don’t want to deal with the iPod’s shortcomings (or its benefits).

• Geeks.com has a 53-inch aluminum camera tripod for $10, plus shipping. Includes a built-in level. [via BensBargains]

• Today’s Woot! is a 76-inch 16:9 InFocus projection screen for $45. That’s a good price, even if 76 inches is a little on the small side for front projectors.

Highlights from Dealhack

• Buy One Hand Tool and Get Two More Free at Amazon

• Kingston 1GB Secure Digital Card only $38 at Buy.com

• Ariana Acoustic Guitar Package only $70 at Musician’s Friend

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