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Rikka Altland is the Editor-in-Chief of 9to5Toys. Having joined the team at the beginning of 2017, over the past six years she has gone on to specialize in being a mainstay in the LEGO news and rumors scene while also reviewing the latest iPhone accessories, earbuds, and home networking gear. Contact it directly at rikka@9to5mac.com for tips and pitches.

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Pokémon debuts new 2023 holiday collection with latest Christmas sweaters, plushes, more

Pokémon Christmas sweaters
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The Pokémon Company is ready to deck the halls today, as it reveals a new catalog of festive apparel, home goods, and other gear. With a new lineup of Christmas sweaters joined by other winter wear, as well as home goods, plushes, and collectibles, you’ll want to shop the 2023 Pokémon Christmas collection before these limited-edition releases sell out.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 25, 2023 – Apple Watch Ultra $140 off, Magic Keyboard $250, more

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Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM portable speaker serenades you at $88 off, now down to $362

Reg. $450/$362

Amazon is now offering one of the first chances of the year to save on the Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM Portable Bluetooth Speaker. Still delivering the brand’s flagship listening experience, today’s offer lands at $362.44 shipped. This is down from the usual $450 price tag as only the second markdown in 2023. It’s 20% off, and comes within $29 of our previous mention from back in July. You can also dive into our hands-on review for a closer look. Head below for more.

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TicWatch Pro 5 falls to new all-time low with third-ever discount to $280 (Save $70)

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Reg. $350/$280

The official Mobvoi Amazon storefront now offers its latest TicWatch Pro 5 Wear OS Smartwatch for $279.99 shipped after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. This is down from the usual $350 price tag and marking a new all-time low. It’s only the third discount so far, and arrives at $20 under our previous mention from several months ago. This is $70 off and the first time it has dropped below that last $298 mention. We also just recently took a hands-on look at what to expect from the latest from Movoi, walking away positively in our review over at 9to5Google. Head below for more.

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Save $500 and go with last year’s Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256GB at an $800 low

a close up of a green plant $500 off/$800

Amazon is now offering the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256GB Smartphone for $799.99 shipped. This is a match of the all-time low at $500 off its original $1,300 price tag. We’ve more recently been seeing this one sell in the $1,000 price tag, but in any case it beats our previous summer mention by an extra $100. It’s also only the third time it has dropped this low, too. Check out our hands-on review  and head below for more details. 

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Belkin’s 15W MagSafe dock is perfect for StandBy with Apple Watch fast charging at $120

a desk with a computer mouse on a table Reg. $150/$120

Amazon is now offering the latest Belkin BoostCharge Pro 15W MagSafe Charger for $120.66 shipped. This is down from its usual $150 price tag and marking the best we’ve seen in several months. Our last mention was back in September at $1 more, and now we’re tracking a 20% price cut for only the second time so far on the perfect accessory to pair with your new iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9. On top of just being able to score one of the lowest prices yet, today’s offer also delivers a notable chance to upgrade your nightstand with one of the most popular StandBy-ready solutions out there. 

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Review: ECOVACS’ new X2 Omni robo vacuum justifies its price with incredibly reliable cleaning

Buy now/$1,500

It’s been a while since I’ve had a robotic companion roaming the halls of my abode. But when I saw the new ECOVACS X2 Omni, I knew I had to try it out. After all, there are a lot of bells and whistles to catch your eye – specs like the an included auto-empty dock, 8000Pa suction, and one of the most advanced navigation systems around are hard to ignore.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 24, 2023 – Apple Watch Sport Bands from $40, M2 MacBook Air, more

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elago’s AW5 case wraps your AirPods Pro in classic Game Boy Vibes at $8.50 (Reg. $15)

elago AW5 Game Boy-style AirPods Pro case Reg. $15/$8.50

elago’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its Game Boy AW5 AirPods Pro Case for $8.47 after clipping the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. This is down from its usual $15 going rate, beating the previous sale price by an extra $4. It’s a new all-time low, as well, while making an all-around rare chance to save. You can get a closer look at the AW5 case, as well as all of elago’s other AirPods covers, in our hands-on review.

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LEGO officially reveals upcoming 1,300-piece Dune Ornithopter with eight minifigures

LEGO Dune Ornithopter February 2024/$165

LEGO Dune is actually happening. Earlier this year, we were able to break the news that the LEGO Group was planning on bringing one of the more iconic vehicles out of the sci-fi series, and now we’re getting a first look at the set. The new LEGO Dune Ornithopter won’t be releasing until next year, but you can feast your eyes on its over 1,300-piece build in the meantime.

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Review: Super Mario Wonder reinvents 2D platformers with silly, strange, and whimsical gameplay

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I am not the biggest Mario fan, at least not historically. I’ve enjoyed all of the classics at this point, but if you asked me what my desert island Switch game would be, the iconic red and green plumbers wouldn’t be anywhere near the top of my list. But now after a weekend with Super Mario Wonder, that might just be changing.

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Matter support headlines this meross HomeKit smart plug at the $14 all-time low

Reg. $18+/$14

The official meross Amazon storefront now offers its all-new Matter Smart Plug (MSS115) for $13.99 after you clip the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25, too. Today’s offer is only the second discount we’ve seen so far, and matches our previous mention for the all-time low. It’s the first markdown in well over a month, as well. Learn more in our hands-on review over at 9to5Mac and then check out the details below the fold.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 23, 2023 – Apple Watch Ultra $104 off, iPhone 15 cases from $25, more

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LEGO Mini Steamboat Willie freebie now available as latest gift with purchase, more

LEGO Mini Steamboat Willie
Spend $100/Freebies

The LEGO Group today has a neat new promotional set out today that Disney fans in particular are going to love. The new Mini Steamboat Willie kit delivers a black and white rendition of the animation that started it all, and continues to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Disney studios. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO model and to learn how it can be added to your collection for free.

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Samsung’s new wearables can’t compete with Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, especially with a $131 discount

a hand holding a watch Reg. $450/$329

Amazon is now offering the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro for $319 shipped. This is now marking the best price ever, dropping down from its usual $450 going rate. It’s a total of $131 off, while also beating our previous mentions of $380 by an extra $51. Today’s discount arrives after seeing Samsung reveal its new Watch 6 series wearables earlier in the summer, which lack an entry with the same rugged form-factor as the Watch 5 Pro. You can learn all about the Wear OS experience in our hands-on review or head below as we take a deeper dive at how it all stacks up.

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Satechi debuts new vegan-leather iPad Pro case with Smart Connector passthrough [Deal]

Buy now/$45

Satechi is now launching a new iPad Pro companion with its first-ever case for Apple’s latest tablet. Applying the same vegan-leather we’ve seen from other recent debuts into the brand’s stable, the new magnetic case protects your iPad Pro while maintaining support for companion accessories like Apple’s Magic Keyboard.

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Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini Keyboard lands on your Mac workstation for $112.50 (Reg. $150)

Reg. $150/$112.50

Amazon is now offering the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Keyboard for Mac at $112.49 shipped. This is marking the lowest we’ve seen on the Clicky version, as it drops down from its $150 price tag. We have seen the Linear switch version drop just a tad lower at $105 back in August, but this is the lowest we’ve seen since and the second-best discount to date overall. Our hands-on review goes over all of the other highlights, but we also break down the experience below the fold.

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Apple’s FineWoven MagSafe Wallet is down to a new $53 Amazon low

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New low/$53

A new all-time low is now available on Apple’s recently-released FineWoven MagSafe Wallet. The new iPhone 15 accessory now sells for $53.58 shipped courtesy of Amazon, landing from its usual $59 price tag when you opt for the Taupe ​​​​​​​style. This is only the second discount so far and a new all-time low at $3 under our previous launch discount mention. Get a closer look at what to expect over at 9to5Mac in our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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Apple Watch Series 9 steel case styles fall to new $740 lows at Amazon (Reg. $799)

Reg. $799/$740

Amazon is now discounting Apple Watch Series 9 Steel Case styles to $739.99 shipped. Available in graphite, silver, and gold finishes, the savings all arrive from the usual $799 price tags. This is $59 off, while marking the second discounts yet on these higher-end stylings at new all-time lows. Other models are on sale starting at $389.99, too. The dust has really just settled on Apple Watch Series 9 after units arrived just over two weeks ago. If you’ve finally decided that you want to score the latest and greatest wearable, now is your chance to save some cash along the way. Head below for the full report.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE/+ tablets see first cash discounts from $463 (Reg. $520+)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
Reg. $520+/From $462

Amazon is now offering the first chance to save some cash on the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+. Just released earlier in the month, the recent debut drops to $542.73 shipped for the 128GB Wi-Fi model. It’s down from the usual $600 price tag and marking a new all-time low – just as you’d expect from the first-ever cash discount. Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ is its latest Android tablet that comes powered by an Exynos 1380 chip with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard SSD storage. That is packed into a 12.4-inch display that also works with a companion S Pen stylus. Our hands-on report from over at 9to5Google breaks down what to expect from the experience, too.

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ecobee’s HomeKit Smart Thermostat Enhanced tames inconsistent fall weather at $170

Rare discount/$170

Amazon today is now offering the latest ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced for $169.99 shipped. Seeing a rare discount from its usual $190 going rate, today’s $20 discount gives you a chance to save if you missed last week’s fall Prime Day markdown. It’s only the second price cut of the fall, too, clocking in as the third-best offer to date. Head below for more.

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Google’s 2-node Nest WiFi Pro system is lower than fall Prime Day at $209 low (Reg. $300)

Reg. $300/$209

Amazon is now offering the 2-node Google Nest WiFi Pro System for $208.99 shipped. This is down from its usual $300 going rate in order to save you 30%. It’s also a new all-time low, arriving at $11 under our previous mention from last week’s fall Amazon Prime Day sale. Dive into our hands-on review for a closer look at what to expect from the package and then head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 19, 2023 – M2 MacBook Air $929, Motorola razr $100 off, more

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OnePlus Open foldable debuts with $200 off pre-order discount at $1,500

OnePlus Open launch discount
$200 off/$1,500

The new OnePlus Open smartphone is now official. And to celebrate its launch, OnePlus has a new discount live for those who pre-order its first-ever foldable. The OnePlus Open now sells for $1,499.99 shipped. It’s down from the $1,700 price tag that will arrive when it officially begins shipping later this fall. This is of course the first discount so far at $200 off, and comes in both Emerald Dusk and Voyager Black colorways. If you’re more of an Amazon shopper, pre-ordering the smartphone there will score you a $200 gift card. Get the full scoop over in our launch hands-on review at 9to5Google.

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Anker’s 30W Nano 3 USB-C charger is a 9to5 favorite at $16 low (Reg. $23)

Reg. $23/$16

If you’re looking for a new iPhone 15 charger, Anker’s 30W Nano 3 is one of our favorite options right now. It normally sells for $23, but is now dropping down to $15.99 Prime shipped. Delivery is then free in orders over $25. Today’s discount amounts to 30% in savings and applies to just the Misty Blue version, while other colorways clock in at $17. You’re either looking at all-time lows or the second-best prices to date, as well. This is one of our favorite chargers on the market, and we previously took a hands-on look in a Tested with 9to5Toys review to reach that conclusion. Below the fold we explore the experience a bit more, as well.

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Marshall’s Uxbridge AirPlay 2 speaker packs retro vibes at $179 (Reg. $220)

Marshall Uxbridge Voice
Reg. $220/$179

Amazon is now offering the Marshall Uxbridge Smart AirPlay 2 Speaker for $179.35 shipped. This normally sells for $220, and is on sale for one of the first times this year. Our previous mention was back in March at $3 less, and now today’s offer returns with over $40 in savings attached. As one of Marshall’s most compact speakers in its lineup, the Uxbridge delivers AirPlay 2 integration on top of built-in Alexa and Bluetooth connectivity. There’s the vinyl wrapped exterior that you’d expect from the brand as well as gold accenting and a package that is as stylish as it is functional. You can also dive into our launch coverage for a closer look at what to expect, too. Head below for more.

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Nomad’s new Hydro Flask tracker for AirTag makes sure you never lose your water bottle

Buy now/$10

Spend any time at the gym, around a college campus, or just hanging around trendy cities like Manhattan and you’ll inevitably come across more Hydro Flask than you can count. It is one of the most popular water bottles on the market right now, and Nomad is looking to bring some added functionality into the experience with its new AirTag tracker attachment.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 18, 2023 – M2 Pro MacBook Pro $200 off, Sonos Move $299, more

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Twelve South’s BookBook iPhone 13 series leather cases down to $40 (Reg. $70)

Twelve South BookBook - Best iPhone 13 cases of the year 2021 Reg. $70/$40

Twelve South’s official Amazon storefront is now discounting its lineup of leather BookBook iPhone 13 series cases. Each one drops down to $39.99 shipped as one of the first discounts of the year. It’s $30 off the usual $70 price tag and marking a new all-time low. We last saw these on sale as part of a 12% off sale at Twelve South, with today’s offer clocking in at an extra 30% off. We previously went hands-on with these BookBook cases in a review, and further break down what to expect below the fold.

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Eve’s latest HomeKit Door and Window sensor with Matter falls to new $40 all-time low (25% off)

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Reg. $50/$40

Amazon now offers the Eve Door & Window with Matter for $39.95 shipped. This is down from its usual $50 price tag after you clip the on-page coupon, saving you $10 for the first time. It’s one of the only markdowns so far period, but also happens to be a new all-time low at 25% off. This is $2.50 under our previous mention, as well. The refreshed Eve Door and Window sensor comes backed with newfound Thread and Matter connectivity in order to unlock the capabilities of your Siri smart home. Hooking into all of the automations of your HomeKit setup, you can use this sensor to automatically turn on lights when a door is opened, not let the AC turn on if there’s a window open, and countless other things. 

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Tested: ZAGG’s Pro Stylus 2 with magnetic iPad charging is a far better value than Apple Pencil

ZAGG Pro Stylus 2 Buy now/$61

Earlier this summer, ZAGG launched its new Pro Stylus 2 for iPad. I’ve been using it for the past few months as my iPad Pro companion of choice, but today’s reveal from Apple with a new and more affordable Apple Pencil has me even more ready to share thoughts about how good the experience is.

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This Philips Hue dimmable smart bulb works with Bluetooth and Zigbee at just $12 (Save 25%)

Reg. $16/$12

Amazon now offers the Philips Hue White Medium Lumen Bluetooth Smart Bulb for $11.88 after the on-page coupon is clipped. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. This is down from the usual $16 price tag and amounting to the best price cut of the year. It’s 25% off in total and marking the best price we have ever seen at a few cents below the previous all-time low from back in April. This A19 smart bulb delivers the perfect solution to get in on the benefits of the Philips Hue ecosystem for the first time. It works by itself or with the brand’s stable of smart home accessories thanks to both Bluetooth and Zigbee support. Head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 17, 2023 – iPhone 15 cases from $42, Apple Watch Ultra $70 off, more

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Review: Nomad’s new Slim USB-C chargers are a match made in heaven for iPhone 15

Nomad Slim USB-C Chargers Shop now/From $35

Nomad just launched a pair of new USB-C chargers – taking a far more slimmed-down approach than most of what you’ll find elsewhere on the market. I had the chance to put them to the test over a long weekend of travel, which has earned both of the 35W and 65W chargers the title of being my new favorite wall adapters out there.

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Samsung’s latest Galaxy Buds 2 now sell for $79 lows (Reg. $150), plus Buds 2 Pro at $170

Reg. $150/$79

Amazon is now offering the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 for $79 shipped. Normally selling for $150, you’re looking at a match of the all-time low for one of the first times. This is the best we’ve seen in months, clocking in at $10 under the fall Prime Day mention from earlier in the week.  If you’re not sold on the more recent Pro 2 models that just launched last fall, Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 deliver many of the flagship features you’d expect with a more affordable price tag attached. Active noise cancelation is easily one of those highlights, but you’ll also benefit from up to 29 hours of battery life being paired with Qi wireless charging support. Not to mention, there’s also an Earbud fit test for getting the best seal. Check out all of the details in our hands-on review.

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Govee’s just-announced smart Christmas lights see first discounts from $48 (Save 20%)

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Reg. $60+/From $48

Earlier this week, Govee launched its new smart Christmas lights. Now, they’re already on sale. As the very first markdown, you can now score both lengths of the new festive smart lightstrips at 20% off when you clip the on-page coupons. The 33-foot lights start off at $47.99 now, down from $60. You’ll also be able to drop the 66-foot Govee Smart Christmas Lights down to $71.99 from its usual $90 price tag. In either case, these are new all-time lows and the first chances to save as a continuation of the fall Prime Day sale earlier in the week. Get all of the details in our launch coverage or head below for more.

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Add Logitech’s popular Keys-to-Go keyboard to your iPad EDC from $51 (Reg. $70)

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Reg. $70/From $51

Amazon is now offering some of the best prices yet on the Logitech Keys-to-Go Slim Keyboard. Available in three colors, the savings start with the Blush Pink style at $50.71 and are joined by a standard black color at $53.79, as well as a more vibrant Blue for $58.40. Shipping is free across the board, and each of the designs from the usual $70 price tags. We last saw models starting at $56 back in June, with some extra savings today for the first markdown in months. Head below for more.

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Here’s a first look at LEGO’s upcoming 5,200-piece Avengers Tower

November 24/$525

Update: The new LEGO Avengers Tower has been officially revealed, and we have the full scoop right here.

The first look at LEGO’s upcoming Avengers Tower is here. Arriving as LEGO set number 76269, the upcoming Marvel creation will be the largest we have seen this year from the theme. It stacks up to over 5,200 bricks in order to stand over 35 inches tall with 31 total minifigures.

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ZAGG’s new Pro Stylus 2 with magnetic charging for iPad Pro falls to $56.50 (Reg. $80)

Reg. $80/$56

Amazon is now offering one of the first discounts on the new ZAGG Pro Stylus 2. It’s now dropping down to $56.49 shipped from its usual $80 price tag. This is only the second chance to save so far at 30% off, coming within $4 of the best discount ever from a sitewide sale. The new Pro Stylus 2 from ZAGG arrives as a more affordable alternative to Apple Pencil 2. It comes in one of five fun styles that add a bit more color to your iPad Pro setup, with the same magnetic charging tech. On top of support for standard Qi chargers, there’s also full support for every iPad going back to 2018 – so it’ll work with more than just the Pro series. There’s palm rejection, tilt recognition, and six hours of use on a single charge

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Motorola’s new Edge 2023 smartphone just launched on Monday, now $100 off at $500

Reg. $600/$500

Amazon is marking down the all-new Motorola Edge smartphone. Just revealed earlier in the week, the unlocked handset now sells for $499.99 shipped. It retails for $600, and is now arriving with $100 in savings attached. It’s the first chance to save so far and a new all-time low. The new Motorola Edge (2023) arrives with a 6.6-inch FHD+ display that packs a 144Hz refresh rate into its pOLED panel. There’s a MediaTek Dimensity 7030 chip at the center of the experience, which runs Android 13 with 256GB of storage. There’s 15W wireless charging, 68W USB-C charging, and a 50 MP camera around back. We fully break down what to expect from the handset over at 9to5Google.

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