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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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Amazon’s all-new Echo Show 5 3rd Gen sees first discount to $45 (Save 50%), more

Reg. $90/$45

Joining the Echo speaker deals that went live ahead of the Prime Day 2023 action, Amazon is now marking down an assortment of the latest Echo Show Alexa smart displays. The just-released Echo Show 5 3rd Gen is now getting in on the savings for the very first time, dropping to $44.99 shipped. It would typically set you back $90, and is now trending at 50% off. Just refreshed earlier in the spring, Amazon’s latest smart display arrives with a 5.5-inch display alongside all of the usual access to Alexa. You’ll be able to do all of the same things previous models offered, but now there’s improved sound thanks to an entirely new internal speaker system. This is also the first Echo smart display to launch with Matter from the start. That opens up a whole new world of smart home connectivity. Amazon is also applying some more sustainable construction focus to its Echo Show 3rd Gen, with 100% post-consumer recycled aluminum and recycled polyester yarn being used in the build. Dive into our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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Jackery Gold Box delivers all-time lows on latest portable power stations from $168, more

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Reg. $250+/From $168

As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon is offering the best prices of the year on Jackery portable power stations, solar panel kits, and more. Jackery makes some of our favorite portable power solutions at 9to5Toys, and now they’re even better values. Earlier this spring, Jackery expanded its lineup of popular portable power stations with the new Explorer 2000 Plus, and now its second-ever discount is arriving. Marked down by itself to $1,999 shipped, today’s offer arrives at $400 off. This is matching the Amazon all-time low and is only the second chance to save.

Everything with Jackery’s latest starts with the Explorer 2000 Plus itself. The new power station finally makes the switch away from the NCM batteries that have long been used by Jackery over to the longer lasting and safer LFP standard. As for how you’ll actually be able to leverage all of that power, the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus comes outfitted with the kind of flagship roster of ports you’d expect from its latest and greatest. There’s four full AC outlets+ an RV friendly TT-30, as well as dual USB-A slots, a pair of 100W USB-C outputs, and a 12V car jack. There are also solar panel bundles at up to $700 off. Head below for more.

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Fitbit Versa 4 falls to new all-time low at $140 (Reg. $200), plus other Fitbit wearables from $80

Reg. $200/$140

As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon is now discounting an assortment of Fitbit fitness trackers – all of which are falling to the best prices to date. The new Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch is a highlight that first hit the scene last fall with a $230 price tag, and is now dropping down to $139.95 shipped in all three styles. This is the best price of the year after dropping to $200 at the beginning of 2023, delivering at least 30% in savings. Today’s offer is also marking a new all-time low period at $20 under our previous mention.

Delivering one of Fitbit’s latest wearables, the new Versa 4 arrives with its most recent regimen of fitness tracking features centered around all of the usual workout tracking tech as well as heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, SpO2 details, and a daily readiness score. Throw in a refreshed form-factor, as well as 6-day battery life, Google Wallet, and a 50-meter water-resistant level, and you’re looking at all the tech needed to monitor your fitness journey this spring. You can get a better idea of what to expect from the new Google features as well in our launch coverage.

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Best LEGO Prime Day deals: Razor Crest $112, Tallneck $63, plus more all-time lows

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All of the best Prime Day 2023 LEGO deals are now all in one place. After seeing the LEGO Group launch its VIP Days event, it’s clear that there’s really no messing with Amazon. The retailer is now marking down a collection of kits to the best prices ever, matching LEGO’s direct sales and then some. You’ll find new all-time lows across an assortment of Star Wars sets, the latest from the Marvel lineup, and more as part of the best LEGO Prime Day 2023 deals.

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Google’s Pixel 7 Pro gets in on the Prime Day all-time low at $649 (Save $250), Pixel 6a at $249

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Reg. $899/$649

As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon now offers the best prices ever on Google Pixel 7 Pro. Dropping an unlocked 128GB model down to $649 shipped in all three styles, today’s price cut lands at $249 off the usual $899 going rate. This is still one of the first chances to save in 2023, and is now $49 under our previous mention in the process to hit that new all-time low. Packed into a refreshed design that still delivers the same size 6.7-inch QHD+ 120Hz screen as before, Pixel 7 Pro arrives as Google’s most capable handset yet. The updated build also houses a new camera assembly on the back of the handset, which comes centered around a 50MP main sensor, 12MP ultrawide lens, and upgraded 48MP telephoto zoom capabilties. All of that comes powered by the new second-generation Tensor G2 chip which is complemented by 128GB of storage and 12GB of RAM. We break down all of the details in our launch coverage, as well.

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Samsung Galaxy Gold Box goes live! Z Fold 4 now $1,100, S23 Ultra $250 off, more all-time lows

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Reg. $1,800/$1,100

As part of its Prime Day 2023 deals, Amazon now offers the best prices ever across nearly every one of Samsung’s latest smartphones. Shipping is free across the board. Delivering the best clearance prices yet on Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G ahead of Galaxy Unpacked at the end of the month, the foldable now lands at an impressively low $1,099.99 price tag. That’s a full $700 off the usual price tag while beating our previous mention by an extra $250. It’s a new all-time low, too. Samsung’s latest-generation flagship foldable arrives as the new Galaxy Z Fold 4. Now an even better value several months after being revealed last fall, everything comes powered by the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip which is packed into a 7.6-inch display. The familiar folding form-factor still packs a secondary 6.2-inch screen on the outside, both of which have a taller aspect ratio this time around. And speaking of! There’s a new under-display selfie camera that you can learn all about in our hands-on review. Head below for more.

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LEGO VIP Days sale goes live with rare set discounts, BIONICLE gift with purchase, double points, more

The LEGO VIP Days event is now live! Marking its first-ever installment of the new sale meant to give Amazon Prime Day 2023 a run for its money, the new savings event will be live through the end of the week. Delivering far more than just discounts, the new sale will be offering double VIP points on select kits alongside offering exclusive gift with purchases and more!

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Segway’s F series electric scooters now $200 off at all-time lows in New Green Deals, plus e-mowers and more

Before Prime Day gets here, there’s still a collection of notable green energy deals up for grabs to start the new work week. For Monday’s best, we’re tracking a pair of Segway’s latest F series electric scooters at $200 off. Then there’s the popular RadRover 6 Plus which is now $700 off and joined by a series of other environmentally-conscious markdowns including Greenworks electric mowers. Just don’t forget about all of the best e-bike discounts around.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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9to5Toys Daily: July 10, 2023 – All-time lows on M2 MacBook Air, M1 MacBook Air, Pixel 7a, more

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Bose Headphones 700 now start from $249 as best prices of the year land from $379

Reg. $379/From $250

Amazon now offers the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 for $299 shipped. Down from $379, you’re looking at an $80 discount. This is matching the best price of the year and is the lowest in months. It comes within $30 of the all-time low from last holiday season, too. Matched directly from Bose, as well. The Bose Headphones 700 might not be the newest pair of headphones on the block, but these still stand up as delivering one of the best distraction-free listening experiences on the market. There’s 11 different levels of active noise cancellation at the center of the experience, which pairs with a comfortable over-ear design. Alongside 20-hour battery life, you’ll have the option of both Bluetooth and wired listening to round out the package with onboard Alexa and Assistant control. Our hands-on review offers a better idea of what to expect. Head below for more.

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Pixel 7a lands at $449 all-time low with second-ever cash discount, Pixel 7 at $499 (Save $100)

Reg. $499+/From $449

Google’s latest budget-friendly handset just launched earlier this spring, with only a couple of discounts here and there to follow. Now marking only the second chance to actually save some cash, Amazon is now offering the unlocked Google Pixel 7a for $449 shipped when you bring home the 128GB model in one of three colors. Down from $499, you’re looking at a $50 discount that leads to a match of the all-time low set back in the beginning of May just once before. There have been a handful of gift card bundles which matched today’s value, but this is a rare chance to actually knock some cash off the MSRP.

Google’s new Pixel 7a arrives as the latest version of the brand’s attempt to repackage last year’s phones into a more affordable device. This time around, we’ve found that the PIxel 7a makes no compromises even with the more affordable price tag, delivering a 6.1-inch 1080p display backed by a 90Hz refresh rate. All of the usual Pixel niceties are making the cut, with the Tensor G2 chip powering the experience. There’s an upgraded 64 MP camera that comes backed by a 13 MP ultrawide companion, as well as a 4,385mAh battery to round out the package. We just reviewed the device over at 9to5Google, where we walked away quite impressed. Head below for more.

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Here’s our first look at LEGO’s new Ghost and Phantom 2 set from ‘Ahsoka’

LEGO Ghost and Phantom 2 set 75357 September 1/$170

Update: The new LEGO Ghost and Phantom 2 set is now available for pre-order at Amazon ahead of shipping on September 1 for $159.99.

One of the biggest LEGO leaks of the year is arriving today. Ahead of Ahsoka premiering on Disney+ later this fall, the LEGO Group is revealing a new flagship set from the series. In what many builders have been looking forward to since being rumored earlier in the year, the new LEGO Ghost and Phantom 2 kit will be arriving as set number 75357 when it launches this fall complete with a cast of fan-favorite minifigures from Rebels.

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Save on nearly all of Apple’s official iPhone 14 series cases from $25 (Reg. $49+)

Reg. $59/From $25

Amazon today is offering a chance to save on Apple’s entire collection of official MagSafe iPhone 14 series cases. Applying to all three form-factors of the latest covers in just about every single colorway, the savings deliver 23% discounts or more and land at the best prices of the year on just about everything. Sprinkle in some new all-time lows on select styles, as well, pricing starts at $37.50. Shipping is free across the board. These offers are a few dollars below our previous mentions for the most part, too.

Each of the cases in the sale come backed by an official seal of approval from Apple with the kind of quality you’d expect from a first-party release. There’s a built-in MagSafe ring on each of the styles, too. Spanning everything from premium leather models to the colorful silicone styles and even clear covers, these are all detailed down below or just up for grabs on this page for the entire lot.

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Review: LEGO’s new 4,800-piece Disney Castle is the perfect celebration of 100 years of Disney animation

Throughout 2023, the LEGO Group has been celebrating the 100th anniversary of Disney animation. Now culminating all of that fanfare in one of the largest kits of the year, today we’re taking a hands-on look at the all-new LEGO Disney Castle (43222) to see if it’s a worthy build to headline such a massive milestone for the company.

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New Amazon Photos users can score a $15 credit ahead of Prime Day

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Learn more/$15 credit

After giving shoppers a chance to score a free $5 credit ahead of Prime Day 2023, Amazon is now ending the week by offering a chance to save even more next week. Among the cash discounts that have gone live ahead of the massive summer shopping event, today Prime members now have a chance to score a free $15 gift card to spend during the 48-hour sale – just for trying out the entirely free Amazon Photos.

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RadRover 6 Plus e-bike now $700 off in New Green Deals, plus electric mowers and more

Heading into the weekend, all of the best green energy deals for the week are coming to a close. If summer weather has you ready to see what micro mobility is all about, we’re tracking just the e-bike discount. The popular RadRover 6 Plus is now $700 off alongside a series of other environmentally-conscious markdowns including Greenworks electric mowers, ductless split mini AC units, and more. Just don’t forget about all of the best e-bike discounts around.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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9to5Toys Daily: July 7, 2023 – 10.9-inch iPad $399, Magic Keyboards with Touch ID, more

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Bring Touch ID to your desktop with Apple’s latest Magic Keyboards from $127 (Reg. $149+)

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Reg. $149/$127

Ending the work week, Amazon is now offering the Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID for $127 shipped. Down from $149, you’re now looking at the second-best discount to date with $22 in savings attached. This is $2 under our previous mention, and the lowest since back in March when it sold for $7 less at the all-time low. If you’re more partial to the full keyboard layout, Amazon also sells the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and a Numeric Keypad for $159.99. That’s $19 off the usual $179 going rate and landing at the second-best price to date at within $1 of the low.

Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard elevates your desktop workstation with a metal build that complements the rest of your devices. With Apple’s latest scissor key switches, this is as notable of an option for using with a Mac as it is for an iPad, and a Lightning port on the front to top off the rechargeable battery rounds out the package. Not to mention, you’ll find a built-in Touch ID module for unlocking your Mac, using Apple Pay, and more. Head below for more.

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CASETiFY teams up with Evangelion to launch new collection of Unit 01 iPhone 14 cases, NERV MagSafe chargers, more

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CASETiFY today is announcing a collection of Apple accessories I never thought we’d get. In what has to be one of its best collaborations yet, the new CASETiFY Evangelion lineup comes packed with themed cases that let you deck out your iPhone 14 in Eva Unit designs, as well as MagSafe charging stands, novel AirPods covers, and much more.

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Just $13 scores you an all-time low on this UGREEN Nexode 20W USB-C GaN Charger

Reg. $17/$13

UGREEN’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its Nexode 20W USB-C Charger for $12.74 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Normally fetching $17, you’re looking at a new all-time low. This 25% price cut lands as one of the first chances to save while beating our previous mention by $2. As one of the most affordable USB-C chargers of this caliber on the market from a trusted brand, this UGREEN Nexode wall adapter sports a single port design. It can dish out 20W of power to a connected iPhone or Android smartphone from its GaN circuitry, which explains its pint-sized build. Despite having a folding AC prong form-factor, this will still fit in the palm of your hand with a compact build that won’t take up much room in your everyday carry. Head below for more.

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Greenworks electric riding mowers $1,500 off in New Green Deals, plus ductless AC units, power stations, more

All of today’s best green energy deals come headlined by a chance to swap out your old lawn care gear in favor of some new electric models. Courtesy of 9to5Toys, the discounts for Thursday now come centered around a Greenworks sale that’s taking $1,500 off riding mowers and some more suburban self-propelled electric counterparts. The environmentally-conscious savings also continue over to some discounted ductless split mini AC units, as well as Jackery’s just-released Explorer 2000 Plus power station at $400 off, and all of the best e-bike discounts around.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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UGREEN’s new 10,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank can refuel three devices at once [Deal]

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Reg. $70/$56

UGREEN today is launching the latest addition to its lineup of MagSafe accessories, with its most capable iPhone 14 power bank yet hitting shelves. Centered around a 10,000mAh battery, the new UGREEN MagSafe Power Bank goes one step further than other offerings with the ability to refuel three devices at once. It’s also debuting with a launch discount to ensure its price stands out, too.

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Smartphone Accessories: ESR HaloLock iPhone 14 series clear cases from $17, more

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Save now/From $10

ESR’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its new Krystec HaloLock Clear cases for iPhone 14 series smartphones on sale. A favorite has the 14 Pro style down to $24.29 after the on-page coupon has been clipped. Like the rest of the lineup, shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Down from the usual $30 going rate, today’s offer lands with just under 20% in savings in tow while setting a new all-time low on Amazon. There are some other styles on sale, too.

ESR’s latest clear case takes on a much more protective form-factor than your average cover with drop protection, a raised lip around the front to protector your screen, and the brand’s Krystec Clear tech to prevent yellowing over time. The brand’s HaloLock magnet array is also on board for taking full advantage of MagSafe. Head below for all of the day’s other best Smartphone Accessories.

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Outfit your iPhone 14 with Anker’s latest MagSafe power banks from $32 Amazon lows

Reg. $60+/From $32

Anker’s official Amazon storefront today is now discounting three of its latest MagSafe power banks. Shipping is free across the board and each of the offerings has landed at its best price of the year. Starting with the most affordable offering, the new MagGo Slim Battery Pack now starts at $31.99. Normally fetching $60, this is one of the first times we’ve seen it drop to the all-time low. It’s 42% off, and the best we’ve seen since back in January. The other four colorways are also getting in on the savings at $34.99, down from the same $60. Packing 5,000mAh of juice into a refreshed design, the newest Anker MagSafe Power Bank is more compact than before in order to live up to its slim naming scheme. The colorful designs output 7.5W charging speeds much like the official offering from Apple, with a 20W USB-C port rounding out the package. You can get some additional insight in our recent hands-on review, too. Head below for more.

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Apple’s just-released M2 Max Mac Studio sees first discounts from $1,899 (Save up to $310)

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First discount/$1,899

If you’ve been waiting to bring Apple’s latest M2 Mac Studio to your workstation, the first notable discount has arrived. Courtesy of our friends over at Expercom, the trusted Apple authorized retailer is now discounting nearly every model of the new desktop macOS machine. Everything starts with the baseline M2 Max 512GB/32GB configuration at $1,899.05 shipped. Down from $1,999, today’s offer delivers $100 in savings and is the first new condition price cut so far. The discounts today are joined by a series of other configurations that also take as much as $310 off Apple’s new release.

Apple’s all-new M2 Max Mac Studio comes outfitted with the latest in Apple Silicon that starts with a higher-end 12-core CPU than its predecessor. There’s the same 16-core Neural engine on board, as well as improved performance in the GPU, as well. It sits within the same taller form-factor as before, which enables the inclusion of some added I/O like four Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-C slots, 10Gb Ethernet jack, and more. If you’re not even thinking about that shiny new Mac Pro, but still need a higher-end machine from Apple, the new M2 Max Mac Studio is easily the best bet, especially with some extra savings attached. Head below for more.

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Hands-on with Nintendo’s adorable new pastel Joy-Con controllers for Switch

New releases/$80

Last month, Nintendo first revealed its new pastel Joy-Con sets, and now they’re finally here. I instantly had to order the new colorways for Nintendo Switch, and at long last both pairs have landed on my front porch. Toning down the usual neon stylings from past controllers, the new pastel releases bring summer-ready vibes to your hybrid console.

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Ductless AC units now up to $550 off in New Green Deals, Jackery power stations, e-bikes, more

Summer heat has been beating down on much of the United States as of late, which means you’ve probably been dreading those AC bills. All of today’s best deals look to help put your mind at ease, arriving courtesy of our colleagues at 9to5Toys to deliver discounted ductless split mini AC units. The environmentally-conscious savings also continue over to Jackery’s just-released Explorer 2000 Plus power station at $400 off, as well as the best e-bike discounts around and more.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Prepare for Amazon Prime Day 2023 with these simple tricks and tips

Amazon’s annual Prime Day savings even is just under a week away, delivering some of the best deals of 2023 in the process. Setting the pace for the summer savings, we’re helping to make sure you’re prepared to take full advantage of the member-only event and its limited-time offers. Packed with deep discounts and non-stop Lightning deals, you’ll want to head below for all of the best ways to prepare for Amazon Prime Day 2023.

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9to5Toys Daily: July 5, 2023 – Save Apple’s 15W MagSafe Charger, Sony XM5 headphones, more

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LEGO’s new Disney Tribute Camera continues the 100th anniversary celebration with first-ever Walt minifigure

Just when we thought that the new reveals for the 100th anniversary of Disney were coming to an end after the launch of the new LEGO Disney Castle to start July, the two companies are surprising us with yet another celebratory build. The upcoming Walt Disney Tribute Camera (43230) is taking a more collectible approach than before with a display-worthy design and even the first-ever Walt Disney minifigure and more.

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Apple’s official 15W MagSafe Charger preps your iPhone 14 for StandBy mode at $29

Reg. $39/$29

Apple’s original MagSafe Charger just became an even more essential iPhone 14 accessory. iOS 17 will be officially landing on devices this fall, and every iPhone with MagSafe built-in will be able to take advantage of the new StandBy smart display mode. The one and only official MagSafe Charger is still one of the best companions, especially when paired with a stand like we’ll talk about below, and now you can score the best price of the year on the first-party accessory. Right now Woot has Apple’s official MagSafe Charger for $28.99 Prime shipped. You’ll pay a $6 delivery fee otherwise. Down from $39, this is matching the best discount of the year at $10 off while beating our previous mention by $2. It’s been months since we’ve seen a price cut this low, too.

 Following Apple’s reveal of the new StandBy mode coming in iOS 17, you can lock-in an official charger that’ll take full advantage of the smart display mode that only works with 15W offerings. Today’s discount also provides a chance to outfit one of Apple’s latest handsets with all of the unique MagSafe charging capabilities for less. As the brand’s official take on wireless charging, this accessory elevates the experience by providing all of the perks of a cable with the convenience of not having to actually plug anything in. It magnetically snaps onto the back of your device in order to provide 15W of power to an iPhone 14, as well as previous-generation 13 or 12 series handset. Head below for more.

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Best July 4th 2023 deals: Save on the latest from Apple, Samsung, Twelve South, more

Best July 4th deals

As we see each year, Independence Day has arrived with a massive assortment of discounts to kick off the summer sale season. Courtesy of top retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and many others, you’ll be able to lock-in price cuts across the latest from Apple, Samsung, and our other favorite brands here at 9to5. Head below for all of the best July 4th deals.

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Apple Watch Ultra return to all-time lows of $730 with $69 Alpine Loop discounts

Reg. $799/$730

Independence Day has arrived and with it come some all-time lows on Apple Watch Ultra wearables. This time putting Alpine Loop styles in the spotlight, each of the rugged styles drop down to $729.99 shipped with the price automatically applying at checkout. Typically fetching $799, you’re looking at a match of the all-time low with $69 in savings attached. This is also marking a return to our previous mention, which arrived only on the Ocean Band styles. So if you’re more partial to the yarn and G-hook designs here, these are the best prices yet on the unique form-factor.

Apple Watch Ultra arrives as the most capable wearable ever from Apple with an even more rugged design than the usual Series 8 offerings, or any of its predecessors for that matter. Everything about that improved feature set is packed into a titanium case that encircles the larger 49mm screen that’s the brightest Always-On Retina display yet. A more distinct side module encompasses the Digital Crown and customizable action button, rounding out the form-factor change with 100-meter water-resistance. Then there’s all the actual features like 36-hour battery life, dual-frequency GPS, and everything else you can read about over at 9to5Mac.

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Jackery’s new 3kW Explorer 2000+ first $400 discount in New Green Deals, rugged e-mowers, e-bikes, more

All of your July 4th green energy deals are now bundled up in one place. Courtesy of our colleagues at 9to5Toys, we have some notable offers on environmentally-conscious gear from top brands, all of which are headlined by the first discounts on Jackery’s just-released Explorer 2000 Plus power station at $400 off. The savings also continue over to solar-powered Anker SOLIX packages for lessening your reliance on the actual power grid, as well as electric lawn mowers from WORX to ditch gas and oil from your routine.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Razer’s new Stream Controller X sees first discount since spring launch at $131

Reg. $150/$131

Earlier in the year, Razer threw its hat into the ring to take on the likes of Elgato and release its own programmable streaming and gaming accessory. The new Razer Stream Controller X debuts as the brand’s new flagship battlestation upgrade, and is now seeing its first discount courtesy of Amazon. Normally retailing for $150, today’s offer drops the accessory down to $131.37 shipped. It’s the only chance to save since first hitting store shelves back in April and arriving at a new all-time low with $19 in savings attached. The new Razer Stream Controller X brings 15 customizable buttons to your desktop setup, be it for Mac or PC. Clearly geared towards the latter though, this controller will help you streamline your Twitch streaming setup, on top of tailoring a more convenient experience for controlling your PC. Each of the buttons features its own display that can be customized on top of just being configured perform set actions, trigger macros, and more. Our launch coverage details everything else you’ll need to know, as well.

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9to5Toys Daily: July 3, 2023 – Save on 15-inch M2 MacBook Air, AirPods 3, M1 iMac, more

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Smartphone Accessories: Spigen ArcDock 65W GaN III Charger $54 (Reg. $80), more

Save 75%/From $10

Spigen’s official Amazon storefront now offers its ArcDock 4-port USB-C GaN III Charger for $53.99 shipped. Down from $80, you’re looking at 33% in savings and the best price in months. This comes within $14 of the 2023 low set way back before the spring. Featuring a 65W output, this GaN III charger sports four ports including dual USB-C and a pair of USB-A slots. Ideal for refueling everything from your iPhone to a MacBook and more, the ArcDock is a capable solution for travel or just streamlining your charging setup. Get a better idea of what to expect in our Tested with 9to5Toys review. Head below for more of today’s best Smartphone Accessories.

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Save $649 on Apple’s latest 24-inch M1 iMac at all-time lows starting from $930 (Refurb)

Reg. $1,499+/$930

Woot is now offering the best price of the year on Apple’s 24-inch M1 iMac for those who don’t mind bringing a refurbished offering to their desk. Dropping the elevated 8-core GPU model with 256GB SSD down to $929.99 Prime shipped in one of six colors, today’s offer otherwise ships with a $6 delivery fee. Down from the original $1,499 price tag that you’d currently pay at Amazon, today’s offer lands at the best discount of the year. With $569 in savings attached, this is $50 under our previous mention, too. The 512GB SSD model sells for $1,049.99 right now too, down from $1,699 to mark a new low at $649 off.

Apple’s latest 24-inch iMac arrives with an integrated M1 processor with its sleek design including a 4K Retina display with True Tone, as well as a 1080p FaceTime camera. Other notable features include 512GB or more of onboard storage, at least 8GB of RAM, and six speakers capable of supporting Spatial Audio. You’re also looking at the improved 8-core processor and a pair of Thunderbolt ports supplemented by two USB-C slots, as well as Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and Ethernet in the power brick. Includes a 90-day warranty. Get a closer look in our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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Bundle OnePlus 11 5G with the just-released OnePlus Pad at $940 (Save $240)

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$1,180 value/$940

Last month, OnePlus launched its first-ever tablet in the form of the OnePlus Pad, and today a rare chance to save is landing. As the company loves to do, right now you can bundle two of the latest releases to save $240. The new OnePlus 11 5G comes bundled with the OnePlus Pad for $939.99 shipped when both are added to your cart. Today’s offer lands officially as a chance to save 50% on the tablet when you buy the latest Android handset, but does just equate to saving $240 on the bundle. This is down from the usual $1,180 combined value, too, and delivering a new all-time low.

Everything with the new OnePlus 11 comes centered around the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip that on top of the improved performance in its own right, also features integrated AI processes to improve background app usage and improved multitasking. While the pro naming scheme is no where to be found this time around, you will find other fitting inclusions for a flagship handset like a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display backed by Dolby Vision compatibility, as well as a new 80W SUPERVOOC charger for speedy refuels. Its triple rear camera array with 50 MP main sensor rounds out the package you can read all about in our launch coverage over at 9to5Google. Head below for more.

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New LEGO sets for July 2023: 4,800-piece Disney Castle, refreshed Eldorado Fortress, more

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July is rolling around and delivering a fresh batch of new LEGO sets for the start of summer 2023. On tap this month are three collectible creations that deliver some of the year’s largest models. Including the latest recreation of the Disney Castle, a remake of the 34-year old Eldorado Fortress, and more,

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Hands-on with CASETiFY’s new Spider-Man iPhone 14 cases and themed AirPods Pro cover

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One of the collaborations I have been looking forward to most this year has just landed on my doorstep. Earlier in the month, CASETiFY revealed that it would be tapping into the most popular superhero out there right now to deliver a new series of Peter Parker-inspired Apple accessories. Donning the signature red and blue suit design, I just got my hands on a few of the new CASETiFY Spider-Man iPhone 14 cases and its eye-catching AirPods Pro cover.

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AirPods Max see $99 Independence Day discounts in four styles at $450 (2023 low)

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The Independence Day weekend discounts are now beginning to go live today, with the lowest price of the year arriving on AirPods Max to set the pace. Courtesy of Amazon, the savings today lands on four different colorways of Apple’s flagship headphones at $449.99 shipped each. Down from $549, this is the second-best discount to date at within $1 of the Amazon all-time low. It’s $99 off and matching our previous mention that has only been live a handful of times this year.

Apple’s H1 chip kicks off AirPods Max and helps enable the best-in-class active noise cancellation that pairs with Spatial Audio alongside 20-hour playback, and Hey Siri support. Not to mention, you’ll find as premium of a design as they come which is comprised of aluminum, a knit-mesh canopy, and memory foam ear cushions. Since launch back in the winter of 2020, AirPods Max have faced some fallout for the hard to swallow price tag, but today’s price cut offers a chance to score Apple’s flagship listening experience for far less than retail price. Get all of the details in our hands-on review.

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9to5Toys Daily: June 29, 2023 – M2 Mac mini up to $150 off, Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds $80, more

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