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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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9to5Toys Daily: November 14, 2022 – M1 iPad Pro $399 off, AirPods Pro 2 $230, more

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Twelve South offers rare discounts on leather BookBook covers for iPhone 14, iPad Pro, more

Rare savings/From $40

Twelve South today is launching a new sale that’s discounting its collection of signature BookBook leather covers. Dropping pricing to the lowest we’ve seen across much of the lineup, you’ll be able to save on cases for Apple’s latest iPhone 14 series handsets to iPad Pro folios and more from $40, all with free shipping across the board. Shining the spotlight on the former, our top pick is offering some of the first chances to save on the new iPhone 14 series BookBook cases. All sitting at $59.99, these are down from the usual $70 price tags in order to deliver new all-time lows. Not to mention, the very first discounts since launching earlier this fall. There are also iPhone 13 styles at $54.99, down from the same $70. In either case, you’re looking at Twelve South’s signature full-grain leather build that not only protects your iPhone 14 or 13, but also adds some unique stylings, too. The built-in wallet folio complements the design, with a removable exterior that magnetically snaps to the back of the rugged bumper cover. Get a closer look in our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 11, 2022 – M2 iPad Pro $120 off, HomePod mini $80, more

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Best Singles Day 2022 deals: Anker accessories, drones, electric scooters, more

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Holiday savings/Shop now

With Black Friday usually stealing much of the spotlight here in the United States, the rest of the world is ready to celebrate Singles Day 2022. In what is effectively the biggest holiday shopping event of the year, we’re rounding up all of the best price cuts from retailers like AliExpress, Banggood, and more. Head below for the best Singles Day deals for 2022, including Anker accessories, drones, electric scooters, and more.

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Bose’s latest SoundLink Revolve/+ II speakers hit second-best prices from $179 (Save $40+)

Reg. $219+/From $179

Amazon is now offering the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ II for $229 shipped. Normally fetching $329, today’s offer amounts to the second-best discount to date at $100 off. It’s still one of the first chances to save, and drops within $30 of the low set once before in August as part of a 1-day sale. The new version of Bose’s SoundLink Revolve+ II arrives with much of the same portable form-factor as before, just with some enhancements to the already popular build. The improved 17-hour battery life pairs with an even more room-filling 360-degree audio array, with Bluetooth and NFC pairing rounding out the package. Head below for more.

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Tested: CASETiFY’s new Bounce iPhone 14 cases pack extra protection in a slim design

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We’ve been combing through the best of the best iPhone 14 series covers since launch earlier this fall, and today we’re taking a look at one of our favorite brands here at 9to5Toys. CASETiFY has earned a name for itself over the years for pairing durable cases with slick designs and even collaborating with iconic properties, but today we’re checking out the former. The new CASETiFY Bounce iPhone 14 Case arrives with a unique build that puts protection first while still sticking to a slim form-factor.

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LG’s 32-inch Ergo 4K Monitor complements your M2 MacBook with USB-C at $500 (Save $200)

Reg. $700/$500

Amazon offers the LG 32UN880-B 32-inch Ergo 4K UltraFine Monitor for $499.99 shipped. Arriving at a new all-time low, today’s offer sits at $200 below the usual $700 price tag you’d normally pay and undercuts previous mentions by $50 or more. Sporting a unique design that puts ergonomics at the forefront, the LG 32-inch Ergo lives up to its name by clamping to your desk. On top of offering a variety of viewing angles and heights to fit into just about any setup, it packs a 4K panel that’s backed by AMD FreeSync support, USB-C, HDMI, and DisplayPort connectivity. I picked one of these up the first time it went on sale over the holidays the other year, and have really been enjoying the monitor paired with my MacBook Pro. 

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9to5Toys Daily: November 10, 2022 – M2 MacBook Air/Pro $150 off, iPad mini 6, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Verizon Black Friday 2022 ad goes live: Early iPhone 14 promos, Xbox Series S discounts, more

As the countdown to Black Friday 2022 continues, today we’re getting a better idea of what to expect from the carrier front as Verizon details its holiday shopping plans. With early promotions already going live to score you the year’s latest smartphones for less, there’s also some upcoming discounts on must-have accessories and more detailed in this year’s Verizon Black Friday ad.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S21/+/Ultra refurb Android smartphones start from $299 in Woot sale

Save now/From $119

Woot is now discounting a selection of certified refurbished Samsung Android smartphone starting at $119. Shipping is free for Prime members, with a $6 delivery fee applying otherwise. Our top pick is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 128GB at $438.99. Down from its original $1,200 price tag, this is a new all-time low at well below our previous $804 mention from back in the spring with $761 in savings attached. Even as all eyes are on Samsung for the new Galaxy S22 series, today’s discount provides some savings on one of the best smartphones around right now. Samsung’s Galaxy S21 Ultra may not be the latest, but arrives with a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x 120Hz display at the center of the experience. A Snapdragon 888 SoC backed with 12GB of RAM powers its quad-sensor system and S Pen support completes the package. You can dive into our hands-on review for a closer look.

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Apple’s latest M2 MacBook Air and Pro on sale from $1,049 at Amazon (Save $150)

Reg. $1,199+/From $1,049

After seeing the M1 Pro MacBook Pros go up for sale earlier in the week, Amazon is now marking down both of the newer M2 counterparts. Headlining the deals, Amazon offers Apple’s M2 MacBook Air 256GB for $1,049 shipped. Typically selling for $1,199, today’s offer is marking a return to the all-time low at $150 off. This is still one of the first times we’ve seen a price cut this steep and the best in over a month. The 512GB capacity is also on sale, and now sitting at $1,349.99 from its usual $1,499 going rate.

Apple’s all-new M2 MacBook Air comes powered by its latest in-house chip and pairs with a refreshed form-factor. The 13-inch Liquid Retina Display sports a 500-nit brightness to complete the P3 wide color support and pairs with a 1080p FaceTime camera with three-mic array and Spatial Audio-enabled speakers. Though the real highlight has to be the return of MagSafe charging, which pairs with other I/O like dual Thunderbolt ports. Learn more about the entry-level configuration’s performance over at 9to5Mac. Then head below for more.

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Here’s our first look at LEGO’s upcoming 10,001-piece Eiffel Tower, landing on Black Friday

Update: The LEGO Group has officially revealed the new Eiffel Tower set, which you can go check out in our announcement coverage ahead of its Black Friday release at $679.99.

Back in September, 9to5Toys first reported on what to expect from the largest creation of the year dropping over the Black Friday shopping season. With Thanksgiving only a few weeks away now, today we’re getting a first look at that exciting new model. The upcoming LEGO Eiffel Tower will be dropping come the year’s biggest shopping night, and stacks up to 10,001 pieces

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Synology debuts new WRX560 Wi-Fi 6 Router with 2.5Gb Ethernet and mesh networking

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Earlier this year, Synology launched its first Wi-Fi 6 router with the RT6600ax that we raved about back in May. Now the brand is back with a new 802.11ax offering that steps up to a more compact form-factor. The new Synology WRX560 Wi-Fi 6 Router arrives with a more affordable focal price point alongside 2.5Gb Ethernet, mesh connectivity, and the ability to double as a NAS.

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Assemble some LEGO greenery with discounts on succulents, orchids, and other sets from $40

Reg. $50+/From $40

Amazon is now discounting four of LEGO’s Botanical Garden sets headlined by one of the latest additions of the new Succulents kit. Dropping down to a new all-time low, the set sells for $39.99 shipped thanks to the 20% discount that drops the price from its usual $50 going rate. This is $2 below our previous mention and still one of the first chances to save. Stacking up to 771 pieces, this set looks to recreate several different cacti and other succulents with some vibrant colors and fun parts usage. Though my favorite aspect has to be that the whole set is modular, so you can arrange all nine plants into various orders or designs to fit on your window sill, desk, or elsewhere in your LEGO collection. Our launch coverage offers a better look at what to expect from the new plant set, and we also breakdown some other deals on the Botanical Garden collection below.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 9, 2022 – Apple Studio Display $200 off, Nomad 20% off sale, more

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Nomad takes 20% off entire lineup of iPhone 14 leather cases, MagSafe chargers, more

Sitewide sale/20% off

Through the end of the day, Nomad is taking 20% off its entire collection of Apple accessories including MagSafe chargers, Horween leather cases, and more. Shipping is free in orders over $150, and you’ll need to apply code BuiltwithPurpose at checkout to score the savings, which apply to all full price and in-stock items. One of the more recent additions to the Nomad lineup is our top pick this time around, offering the new Base One Max for $119.99. That’s down from its $150 price tag and comes in one of three different styles at one of the best prices to date. This is $7 under our previous mention and the first discount since back in August.

Nomad’s latest multi-device charger takes on a more premium build than even some of its most popular leather-covered offerings from the past. Base One Max pairs a solid metal build with unique glass design that will fit right in with the rest of your Apple setup and provide a perfect spot for your new iPhone 14 or even existing iPhone 12 and 13 series handsets. On top of the 15W MagSafe charging tech, there’s also an integrated Apple Watch charger to complete the desk- or nightstand-friendly package. You can get a better idea of what to expect in our hands-on review.

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Segway’s Ninebot ES2/4 electric scooters fall to best prices of the year starting at $473

Segway Ninebot ES4 Electric Kick Scooter
Reg. $660+/From $473

Amazon is now offering the Segway Ninebot ES4 Electric Kick Scooter for $535.49 shipped. While you’d more regularly pay $700 or more, today’s offer delivers the best discount of the year at $165 off. This is the lowest we’ve seen in well over a year, and marks the second-best price of all-time. With fall weather being as inconsistent as ever, there’s still time to get some joyrides in before winter arrives. Segway’s discounted Ninebot ES4 is just the way to make that happen, with an off-season price cut that delivers its 28-mile range and 19 MPH top speed feature set for less. Capable of handling everything from commuting to work or picking up groceries to more casual rides around the block, this electric scooter sports a folding design alongside a built-in headlight for being able to ride around even once the sun goes down. 

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro on sale for only the second time at $399, more from $249

Save now/From $249

Amazon is now offering one of the very first chances to save on the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro. Dropping the new 45mm smartwatch down to $399 shipped, today’s offer is down from its usual $450 price tag for only the second time and delivering the second-best discount to date. Samsung’s flagship Galaxy Watch 5 Pro delivers all of its usual fitness tracking tech, but with an even more premium and rugged design. The titanium case protects all of the new features inside like the circular sapphire glass display and 3-in-1 bioactive sensor for handling all of your workout measurements. There’s also an even more accurate body temperature sensor to complete the package with a larger battery to boot. You can learn all about the Wear OS experience in our hands-on review. Head below for more.

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Make the most of Black Friday 2022 by signing up for these membership programs

Black Friday 2022 will be starting earlier than previous years, with early discounts already beginning to go live. While many of these deep price cuts used to be for all to enjoy, over the years, retailers have begun to lock some of the more enticing doorbusters behind membership programs. This year is going to be continuing the trend more aggressively than before, so weighing your options between Amazon Prime, Walmart+, and other subscriptions will be a must for making the most of the holiday shopping season.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 8, 2022 – 14-inch MacBook Pro $399 off, Satechi sale, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Belkin’s new 3-in-1 MagSafe stand with Apple Watch fast charging hits $135, more in fall sale

Rare drop/$135

Belkin today is launching a new fall sale that’s taking $15 off when you spend $80 or more on its official storefront. Shipping is free across the board, and you’ll just need to apply code NOV22 at checkout. Our top pick is offering a rare chance to save on the recently-refreshed 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand at $134.99. Down from $150, this is only the second discount to date since being updated earlier this summer, and arrives at $15 off. With MagSafe at the center of the nightstand or desk upgrade, this 3-in-1 Belkin charging stand features a 15W magnetic stand perfect for topping off your new iPhone 14, as well as iPhone 12 and 13 series devices. Off to the side is an Apple Watch charging puck that has been refreshed to support the new fast charging found on Series 7 and 8 models, as well as a 5W Qi pad underneath for AirPods and the like. Our launch coverage details what’s new, and you can get a closer look at the experience of the original in our hands-on review.

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Track motion, temperature, vibration, more with Fibaro’s $39 HomeKit Multi-Sensor (22% off)

Reg. $50/$39

Amazon currently offers the Fibaro HomeKit Multi-Sensor for $38.83 shipped. Normally fetching $50, today’s offer is delivering one of the best prices to date at 22% off. It comes within $1.50 of our previous mention back in September, and is the lowest since. Don’t be put off by the design, Fibaro’s multi-sensor delivers one of the best options on the market for outfitting your smart home with some extra stats. It provides everything from motion detection and light intensity to temperature tracking and even vibration monitoring, helping you keep tabs on the happenings of your space or set automations with the Bluetooth sensor to trigger scenes in your Siri and HomeKit setup.

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Galaxy Chromebook Go packs USB-C, Wi-Fi 6, and 12-hour battery at $214 (Reg. $300, new low)

Reg. $300/$214

Amazon is now rolling out a new all-time low on the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go. Dropping down from the usual $300 price tag, the latest release is now sitting at $214 shipped. That’s good for nearly 30% in savings while undercutting our previous mention by $36 in order to sit at the best price yet. Delivering Samsung’s most compact Chrome OS machine yet, its Galaxy Chromebook Go lives up to the name for a design that’s perfect for tagging along to the classroom or really just browsing the web and more away from the desk. Its 14-inch ‎1366 x 768 display is paired with other features like Wi-Fi 6 as well as USB-C connectivity and 12-hour battery life for all-day usage. Dive into our launch coverage for all of the details and then head below for more.

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Samsung’s new Galaxy A23 5G smartphone on sale for first time at $250 (Save $50)

Reg. $300/$250

Amazon is now offering the unlocked Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Android Smartphone for $249.99 shipped. Hitting a new all-time low, you’re looking at the first notable discount from the usual $300 going rate. This $50 in savings makes the already-affordable smartphone that launched back in September even more compelling for those after a budget-friendly handset. Despite its more entry-level price point, the Galaxy A23 still arrives with some flagship-caliber features like a 6.6-inch FHD+ display backed by a 120Hz refresh rate, as well as 5G connectivity. The Snapdragon 695 processor is also supplemented by 64GB of onboard storage, and if that isn’t enough room, there’a support for microSD card expansion to round out the package alongside 4GB of RAM and four years of guaranteed updates. Get the full scoop on what to expect in our launch coverage.

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GoPro’s latest HERO 11 Black action cam falls to all-time low of $399 (Save $101)

Reg. $500/$399

Amazon now offers the GoPro HERO 11 Black Action Camera for $399 shipped. Delivering an all-time low from the usual $500 price tag, today’s offer amounts to $101 in savings while delivering only the second chance to save. This is an all-time low and $51 under our previous mention, too. GoPro HERO 11 Black arrives with a set of refreshed features that all come centered around the same design as previous-generation models. The real star of the show is the 1/1.9-inch sensor which can handle taking 27MP photos at an 8:7 aspect ratio. Throw in 10-bit color, as well as SuperPhoto and HDR modes to make full use of the GP2 chipset. Then there are a collection of new software features that make it easier than ever to share photos and videos to social media or to your device to edit. Our hands-on review breaks down exactly what to expect from all of the new features, as well.

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Sennheiser Momentum 3 earbuds review: When sound quality and style matter most

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This fall has seen all three smartphone ecosystems release new flagship earbuds with Apple, Google, and Samsung all delivering some of the most compelling bids yet. But for something a bit more stylish and platform-agnostic, Sennhesier is applying it’s usual audiophile approach to the recently-released Momentum 3 earbuds. Delivering a different take, the fabric-wrapped charging case comes complemented by some notable features we’re taking a hands-on look at below.

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Apple’s original AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging case return to all-time low of $159

Orig. $249/$159

As part of its Deals for Days event, Walmart is now offering the original Apple AirPods Pro with MagSafe Charging Case for $159 shipped. This offer is exclusively available to Walmart+ members for the first 7 hours, with the sale opening up to everyone at 7 P.M. EST. You can sign up for free for 30 days, too. That’s down from the original $249 going rate and marking the all-time low last set over the Black Friday season last year. It is the best price in 2022 and $11 under previous discounts.

While not the just-refreshed pair of flagship earbuds from Apple, these AirPods Pro still come backed by a comprehensive feature set. Active Noise Cancellation is one of the stars of the show, which is backed by a companion transparency mode, Spatial Audio support, and Hey Siri. Packed into much of the expected form-factor, the charging case will yield 24 hours of playback and now supports MagSafe on top of its original Qi and Lightning charging. Get all of the details in our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 7, 2022 – First discounts on M2 iPad Pro, 10.9-inch iPad, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Samsung’s refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is now at its best price yet of $230 (Save $120)

Reg. $350/$230

Amazon now offers Samsung’s refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 64GB tablet for $229.99 shipped. Normally fetching $350, you’re looking at $120 in savings alongside a new all-time low. This is $20 under our previous August mention, as well. Not to be confused with the original model that launched back in 2020, this new iteration from Samsung was just updated with some new tricks up its sleeve. Everything is packed into largely the same form-factor as before, with the metal housing surrounding the 10.4-inch touchscreen display. The biggest change however for the Galaxy Tab S6 enters in the form of the new Snapdragon 720G processor that powers the experience. Shipping with Android 12 out of the box, other features like the included S Pen make this a more mid-range solution to Samsung’s higher-end offerings. Head below for more.

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LEGO reveals new minifigure-scale Wooden Duck, its very first 3D-printed brick

The LEGO Group has been experimenting with new ways to produce bricks over the past few years, ranging from plant-based offerings to elements made out of recycled water bottles. Today, the company is tapping into a more recent technology to design its latest brick, with a new exclusive Wooden Duck element launching as the first-ever 3D-printed release from LEGO.

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Herman Miller early holiday sale goes live with rare 15% off iconic 20th century furniture

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Rare savings/15% off

Kicking off the work week, Herman Miller today is now launching its annual pre-holiday shopping event that’s taking 15% off a collection of its signature furniture. These kinds of sales are as rare as they come from the iconic brand, with today’s marking only the third chance to save this year while locking in the best prices of 2022 on just about everything. Including its mid-century chairs, tables, home decor, and so much other 20th century furnishings, shipping is free across the board, as well. All of our top picks are up for grabs down below, as well.

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Garmin Instinct S2 Solar smartwatches with indefinite battery life on sale from $300 ($100 off)

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Reg. $400+/From $300

Amazon is now offering the new Garmin Instinct 2S Solar Surf Smartwatch 45mm for $399.99 shipped. Typically fetching $500, this is the very first price cut on the larger style with today’s offer delivering a $100 discount down to the all-time low. Also on sale, the 40mm style now sits at its lowest price to date of $299.99, down from $400. Having debuted back at the end of February, the latest addition to Garmin’s smartwatch lineup ups the ante on the solar part of its name. Delivering unlimited battery thanks to the sun-powered design, you can skip the charger at home indefinitely by getting a few hours of sunlight each day. You’re still looking at all of the other usual fitness tracker features like a 100-meter waterproof rating and overall rugged build with compass, GPS and a barometric altimeter. Not to mention, heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, Pulse Ox stats, respiration, and more.

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Nanoleaf Essentials HomeKit Lightstrip with Thread hits $35 (Save 30%), smart bulb now $14

Reg. $20+/From $14

Nanoleaf’s official Amazon storefront is now discounting a pair of its Thread-enabled smart home accessories, with the Essentials Thread HomeKit Color Lightstrip dropping down to $34.99 shipped. Normally fetching $50, this is one of the first discounts of the year on its latest lightstrip with today’s offer delivering 30% in savings alongside hitting the all-time low. Equipped with both Bluetooth Thread and Wi-Fi, this Nanoleaf Essentials Lightstrip will pair with your Siri and HomeKit setup right out of the box. The 80-inch strip sports full color illumination for adding a bit of flare behind a TV or monitor, onto a shelf for some extra ambiance, or really anywhere else that could use a pop of color. We took a hands-on look at what to expect in a review last year, as well. Head below for more.

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Overwatch League 2022 Grand Finals liveblog: Fuel, Shock, and Outlaws square off

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After an eventful day of action yesterday, Overwatch League is onto the final day of play with the 2022 Grand Finals. But before the latest champion can be crowned, we have the semifinals match between San Francisco Shock and the Houston Outlaws, the winner of which will be taking on the Dallas Fuel for all of the glory. 

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Overwatch League 2022 Playoffs: Live coverage of the road to Grand Finals

Overwatch League Playoffs

Overwatch 2 just arrived last month and if you missed my original launch day coverage, there’s so much to be excited about for the next-generation of team-based shooter from Blizzard. On the competitive side of the game, today are the final days of the Overwatch League 2022 season and we’ll be reporting in all things Grand Finals live from Anaheim, California. With four exciting matches, we’re breaking down what to expect from the games and detailing post match interviews.

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Enjoy ANC and 29-hour battery life with an all-time low on Galaxy Buds 2 at $90 (Save $60)

Reg. $150/$90

Amazon now offers the latest Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 for $89.99 shipped in two different styles. Normally fetching $150 these days, you’re now looking at a match of the all-time low at $60 off. This is still one of the first chances to lock-in a sub-$100 price tag, as well. If you’re not sold on the new Pro 2 models that just launched, 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 and then head below for more.

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LEGO’s latest 2022 sets see first discounts: Boutique Hotel, new Star Wars kits, more from $24

First discounts/From $24

Today, Amazon is marking down a collection of recently-released LEGO 2022 sets for the very first time. Delivering rare chances to save alongside new all-time lows, you’ll find a series of Star Wars and Marvel kits on sale detailed below with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Our top pick however is discounting the LEGO Icons Boutique Hotel down to $200. This set launched right at the beginning of this year before getting a price hike up to the $230 going rate you’ll find now. Today’s $30 discount arrives at the all-time low and is as rare of a markdown as they come of one of the year’s more display-worthy creations. Stacking up to 3,066 pieces, the new Boutique Hotel is the latest installment in the yearly Modular Building series. Spanning three stories, the build is packed with intricate detail inside and out, all of which you can get a better idea of in our launch coverage. Then head below for more from $24.

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Beats Fit Pro fall to new all-time low of $145 with Apple’s H1 chip, ANC, more (Reg. $200)

Reg. $200/$145

Through the end of the day, Woot is now offering the latest Beats Studio Buds ANC Earbuds for $144.95 shipped. Normally fetching $200, today’s offer is delivering a new all-time low at $55 off. This is now an extra $15 off the previous best price set over Amazon’s fall Prime Day event. Beats Fit Pro just launched last fall as the brand’s latest flagship earbuds and have rarely been on sale since. Delivering a workout-ready true wireless design, there’s IPX4 water-resistance and wingtip designs. Those in the Apple ecosystem will find its built-in H1 chip to be the star of the show, enabling Hey Siri support alongside fast pairing and more. Battery life clocks in at 6 hours, though the companion charging case will bump that up to 24. You can see how all of that stacks up in our hands-on review. But then head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 2, 2022 – Apple TV 4K $100, Galaxy Z Flip $199 off, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Walmart reveals Deals for Days highlights: AirPods Pro hit $159, Google markdowns, more

Stores closed Thanksgiving Day

After announcing its latest Deals for Days sale last month, Walmart today is sharing a closer look at what we can actually expect from the savings event this time around. Delivering some of the best prices ever on gear from Apple, Google, and other big tech brands, the first batch of deals go live next week, and we’re breaking down what you need to know ahead of time.

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Twelve South’s new Curve Flex MacBook Stand sees rare discount to $75, plus more from $20

Twelve South today is kicking off the new month by launching its latest sale on a collection of its popular Apple accessories. Shipping is free across the board in orders over $50. Our top pick is the new Twelve South Curve Flex MacBook Stand at $74.99. Marking only the second notable discount to date, this is down from the usual $80 going rate in order to mark the second-best price to date. It was only on sale once before during a sale back in September, as well. Twelve South just refreshed its popular MacBook stand last month with the new Curve Flex. This all-aluminum offering arrives with an adjustable design that lets you elevate your machine in plenty of different ways. I walked away quite impressed in my hands-on review, which you can read for a more in-depth look at the features. Then head below for some other highlights from the Twelve South sale.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 1, 2022 – M1 iPad Pro $499 off, first Pixel 7 Pro cash discount, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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LG’s popular A1 48-inch OLED Smart TV now more affordable than ever at $570 (Save $330)

Reg. $900/$570

Amazon is now offering the LG A1 48-inch 4K OLED Smart TV for $569.99 shipped. Normally fetching around $900, today’s offer just dropped from a $700 sale price in order to deliver an extra $130 in savings. Dropping to a new all-time low, that’s good for a total of $330 off in order to mark this popular home theater upgrade even more affordable. While this may be last year’s TV tech from LG, it still delivers one of the most compelling OLED experiences on the market, especially at today’s price. The A1 series arrives with the a7 GEN 4 processor at the center of the package to handle 4K upscaling and all of the built-in streaming features. Alongside Dolby Vision and HDR, the OLED screen packs darker blacks and brighter colors for a more immersive movie night experience. And if all the built-in smart features aren’t providing enough content for you, there’s also three HDMI ports to round out the package. 

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October’s best LEGO Ideas include a vintage radio, mechanical flip clock, and more

October has been a busy month on the LEGO front at large, but somehow an even more exciting month for Ideas fans. If the Foosball table that was revealed at the beginning of the month wasn’t already enough, the fan-inspired side of the lineup also announced a new collaboration with Wizards of the Coast for a Dungeons & Dragons kit alongside four upcoming creations joining the lineup down the road. But to wrap up October, we’re highlighting three of the best models from LEGO Ideas that are still fighting to become official kits.

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9to5Toys Daily: October 31, 2022 – Save on Apple Watch Series 8, AirPods Max, more

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