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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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EGO’s Power+ electric hedge trimmer sees $74 discount, more in New Green Deals

Spring weather means it is time to get out there and start making sure your yard is in shape. Today we’re tracking a notable discount on an electric tool to help the cause, with EGO’s Power+ Hedge Trimmer helping you make last year your last time relying on gas or oil. Now down to a new all-time low at $74 off, there hasn’t been a better time to switch over to this essential electric tool. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

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: May 11, 2022 – M1 Mac mini $129 off, Google Wifi System from $85, 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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LEGO officially confirms new Optimus Prime set rolling out in June, here’s our first look

Update: The LEGO Group has officially revealed the new 1,500-piece Optimus Prime, which you can check out right here.

Today, the LEGO Group has officially confirmed that its rumored partnership with Hasbro is in fact on the horizon. Rolling out later this summer, the two iconic toy companies will be joining forces to assemble a brick-built version of Optimus Prime in LEGO form. While we wait for an official reveal, everything you need to know about the Transformer is detailed down below.

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Review: 1MORE’s new EVO ANC earbuds make a great first impression with audiophile-grade sound

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Today, 1MORE is expanding its stable of true wireless earbuds with an all-new pair. Enter the EVO ANC Earbuds, which take on a unique focus to try and court audiophiles over to the cordless side of personal listening. With a long list of features that make 1MORE’s latest compelling on paper, we’re taking a hands-on look to see how the EVO ANC Earbuds actually stack up.

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Gotrax’s folding e-bike packs a 50-mile range at $120 off, more in New Green Deals

Spring time is the perfect occasion to finally get in the EV game and today is seeing a notable discount on one of Gotrax’s latest. Its recently-refreshed folding e-bike is now down to an Amazon all-time low at $120 off, delivering a 50-mile range and more in the process. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

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: May 10, 2022 – Save on M1 iMac, Galaxy S22 series, DJI Mavic 3, 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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Ditch gas and oil this spring with Greenworks’ 24V electric chainsaw at $75, more in New Green Deals

If you’ve been cleaning up the yard for spring and are ready to finally transition yet another tool away from gas and oil, there’s never been a better time to bring Greenworks’ electric chainsaw into your kit. Dropping to an all-time low to go alongside the season change, this 10-inch model is down to $75 at Amazon. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

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: May 9, 2022 – Latest Apple TV 4K $150, iPhone 13 cases 50% 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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ASUS Chromebook CM3 with detachable keyboard hits new 2022 low at $300 (Save $70)

Reg. $370/$300

Amazon now offers the ASUS Chromebook CM3 Detachable for $299.99 shipped. Down from $370, this is marking the best price of the year at a total of $70 off while beating our previous mention by $20. Sporting a 10.5-inch touchscreen display, the ASUS CM3 arrives with a detachable keyboard design and adjusable kickstand on the back. Powered by a popular MediaTek processor, this model comes equipped with 64GB onboard storage and 4GB of RAM. Its aluminum unibody design pairs with a place to stow away the included stylus as well as the magnetic keyboard which clips to the front of the CM3. Get a closer look in our launch coverage and then head below for more.

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Apple Watch Series 7 Nike+ see first discounts from $329 (Save $70), Series 6 Nike+ $132 off

Save $70/From $329

Best Buy is now discounting Apple Watch Series 7 Nike+ editions for the very first time. Dropping the 45mm GPS style down to $359 shipped, this is $70 off the usual $429 price tag and marking a new all-time low. The smaller 41mm style is also on sale and now sitting at $329, down from $399. Apple Watch Series 7 delivers the latest and greatest fitness tracking experience centered around a noticeably larger screen. On top of new fast charging mode to supplement all-day battery life, there’s also staples of heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and ability to take ECG readings. Plus, you’ll also benefit from cellular connectivity alongside the even sportier Nike+ band and some exclusive Watch faces. Head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 6, 2022 – Apple accessory 30% off sale, Google Pixel 6 Pro cases, 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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Hasbro launches new Black Series Obi-Wan Lightsaber and Darth Vader helmet; pre-order now

From $131/Pre-order

May the 4th may have come and gone, but today we’re getting a look at a pair of new life-size collectibles from the Hasbro Black Series collection. Debuting ahead of Kenobi’s Disney+ premiere later on in the month, the upcoming Obi-Wan Force FX Elite Lightsaber is joined by a new Hasbro electronic Darth Vader helmet. Now available for pre-order, all of the details are down below on these authentic collectibles.

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Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 review: Dolby Atmos and AirPlay 2 come at a steep cost

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Earlier this spring, Bowers & Wilkins launched its new flagship soundbar in the form of the Panorama 3. Premium design aside, it also arrives with Dolby Atmos and AirPlay 2 to try and justify the steep $999 price tag. But does Bowers & Wilkins actually deliver a worthwhile home theater in the box for the cash? Let’s take a closer look.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 5, 2022 – Save on Apple AirTags, Belkin MagSafe chargers, 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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LEGO UCS Landspeeder review: Perfection has never been this underwhelming

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Each May the 4th the LEGO Group celebrates a galaxy far, far away with the debut of a new Ultimate Collector Series set. This year, things are circling back on the film that started it all by recreating Luke’s Landspeeder from A New Hope. But even with this being the most detailed version of the vehicle to date, is it still worth a spot in your collection? Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO UCS Landspeeder.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 4, 2022 – Best Star Wars Day deals, Mac Studio first 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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Samsung’s leather and silicone Galaxy S22 Ultra cases on sale for the first time from $22

First drops/From $22

Amazon is now discounting Samsung’s official Galaxy S22 Ultra cases for the very first time which are headlined by the Leather Cover for $34.62 shipped. Normally fetching $50, this new all-time low is accompanied by a 31% price cut. Protecting your Galaxy S22 Ultra with a genuine leather exterior that’ll develop a healthy patina over time, you’ll also find a microfiber lining on the inside for some added support. On top of just defending against scratches and drops, it’ll also class up the look of your handset with some aluminum buttons to further accentuate the stylings.

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Echelon EX smart fitness bikes see rare Amazon discounts from $680 (Save up to $150)

Reg. $800/$680

Amazon is currently offering the Echelon EX5 Smart Connect Fitness Bike for $849.99 shipped. Down from $1,000, today’s offer amounts to $150 in saving while marking the second-best price to date. Taking on Peloton with a much more affordable price tag and much of the same curated riding experience, this Echelon EX5 bike comes with access to on-demand classes, workouts synced to popular music, and other ways to exercise at home. While it lacks a built-in screen, there’s an integrated mount to dock a tablet or smartphone and the bike will sync all of your ride data over to the companion app for keeping up with your fitness journey. Head below for more.

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Celebrate May the 4th with the best deals on Star Wars collectibles, LEGO, games, more

Best May 4th deals
Jedi deals/Shop now

Annual Star Wars Day is now upon us, and as retailers begin ringing in all of the usual May the 4th festivities, 9to5Toys is ready to cover all of the best deals. Like every other year, there is a vast galaxy of discounts out there ranging from LEGO, collectibles, and other toys to games, tech, and so much more. Head below for all of the action, which we’ll be updating over the next few days.

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Hands-on with CASETiFY’s new Star Wars iPhone 13 cases, MagSafe chargers, more

Now available

As all of the May the 4th action is beginning to go live, CASETiFY is gearing up to officially launch its latest iPhone 13 case collaboration just in time for Star Wars Day. Delivering a collection of new covers for Apple’s latest on top of other recent Android handsets, we’re taking a hands-on look at several of the new CASETiFY Star Wars accessories now that they’re live for the Star Wars Day action.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 3, 2022 – Save on Apple AirTags, Samsung Frame 2022 TVs, 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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Marshall expands retro speaker lineup with new portable Willen and Emberton II

Today, Marshall is expanding its stable of vintage-inspired speakers with a pair of new portables. Doubling down on the takeaway focus we’ve seen in the past, there is an entirely new form factor joined by a follow-up to one of the brand’s existing compact offerings. Enter the new Marshall WiIlen and Emberton II portable speakers, which are now available for purchase.

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Anker intros new 10,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank with 20W USB-C charging

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Update: Anker’s new 10,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank now comes in two extra colors. Shop the Blue, White, and Black styles now.

Today, Anker is expanding its lineup of MagSafe-compatible accessories with the debut of a new and even more capable power bank. Packing a 10,000mAh battery into the portable battery form-factor we’ve seen in the past, the new Anker MagSafe offering is the brand’s most capable solution yet. Offering a 7.5W MagSafe pad, there’s also 20W USB-C charging and more.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 2, 2022 – iPad mini 6 $99 off, Apple Magic Keyboard Folios from $249, 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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LEGO reveals new life-size Baby Groot set with Awesome Mix Vol. 2 cassette; pre-order now

$55/Pre-order!

Today, the LEGO Group is giving us an official first look at what to expect from the upcoming summer Marvel lineup. Delivering a notable follow-up to the life-size Thor’s hammer from earlier this year, a new full-scale collectible LEGO MCU set will be joining the Marvel summer 2022 lineup this August in the form of the adorable Baby Groot.

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Amazon clears out iPad Air 4 with up to $150 discounts at new lows from $469

New lows/$150 off

Amazon is now offering all-time lows on Apple’s previous-generation iPad Air 4 models with the 256GB entering at $599 shipped. Beating our previous mention by $1, this is a new best price yet and $150 off the usual $649 going rate. Those who can get away with less storage can also find the 64GB model at $469, down from the usual $599 price tag in order to mark a new low at $130 off and $1 below our previous mention.

While it’s not the new M1-powered model, Apple’s previous-generation iPad Air 4 still packs much of the same form-factor and feature set as its newer counterpart. There’s still a 10.9-inch edge-to-edge Liquid Retina display with support for Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard, just with the A14 Bionic chip powering the experience. You’ll enjoy 10-hour battery life much the same, and Touch ID sits in the power button to round out the package. Get a closer look in our hands-on review.

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Amazon’s Echo lineup is as varied as they come, which Alexa speaker is right for you?

Amazon’s stable of Alexa-enabled Echo speakers has grown significantly over the years. Starting with just a single device in 2014, the current lineup covers a variety of price points, form factors, and use cases to give everyone from first-time smart home owners to veteran early-tech adopters something for their setups. But with so many to choose from, it’s not as straightforward as it used to be to determine which is right for you. Our Echo buying guide walks through all of the benefits for each model.

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LEGO May buyers’ guide: Horizon Forbidden West, UCS Landspeeder, Muppets, more

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A whole new collection of LEGO sets have just been released for May, delivering one of the more display-worthy series of kits for 2022 so far. Headlined by a new LEGO Star Wars UCS Landspeeder, this month is also seeing the release of a Horizon Forbidden West Tallneck to go alongside the brick-built debut of the Muppets and more.

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April’s best LEGO Ideas include Howl’s Moving Castle, an old train shed, and more

Spring has been quiet on the official LEGO Ideas front, but we’re still ending April by taking a look at three of our favorite fan-made models from the platform. As we eagerly await the upcoming Starry Night set that should be arriving any day now, this month we’re checking out three intricate models including an iconic Studio Ghibli build, a medieval castle, and even something for LEGO train lovers.

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Star Wars Celebration returns to Anaheim for 2022, slated to reveal all-new LEGO sets

We’ve been highly anticipating the LEGO Star Wars 2022 summer series for quite some time, especially with how enticing the lineup is shaping up to be. While these kits won’t be debuting until August, fans will have a lot to look forward to in May. Star Wars Celebration is finally making a return for 2022 and will be holding a LEGO panel to show off new creations for the first time.

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Tested: Logitech’s new Lift vertical mouse for Mac makes all the right compromises

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Earlier in the month, Logitech launched its latest ergonomic Mac peripheral with the debut of its new Lift verticle mouse. Now after putting it to the test over the past week, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review is diving in to see if the more affordable ergonomic focus of the vertical mouse is worth a spot on your desk.

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9to5Toys Daily: April 29, 2022 – Beats Fit Pro $180, Native Union 20% off 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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Apple launches $5 weekend movie sale with Tarantino titles, heist flicks, westerns, more

Weekend sale/$5

The weekend has arrived and Apple is discounting a selection of films to get you ready for movie night alongside a collection of bundles. This time around, the focus is all on revenge flicks at just $5 each. Not to mention, everything on sale today will become a permanent part of your digital collection. Head below for all of our top picks from Apple’s latest promotion.

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9to5Toys Daily: April 28, 2022 – iPad Air 5 $70 off, Galaxy S22 Ultra S-View Covers $35, 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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Hands-on with LEGO’s unreleased Overwatch 2 Null Sector Titan its and exclusive minifigs

Today, Blizzard is officially launching the Overwatch 2 beta, and while I am patiently waiting to gain access to the long-awaited sequel, it’s time to take a look at the companion LEGO set. This now-postponed creation has been shelved by the LEGO Group for the time being, but we managed to get our hands-on the LEGO Overwatch 2 set a bit early and are diving in to see how the Null Sector Titan stacks up.

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9to5Toys Daily: April 27, 2022 – Save on Apple’s Leather MagSafe Wallet, Magic Keyboard, 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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