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After being revealed back in March, the new LEGO Star Wars dioramas are now available for purchase. Assembling three different iconic scenes from the original trilogy, the latest creations for older builders are finally shipping ahead of May the 4th next week, including the new LEGO Dagobah Jedi Training, Death Star Trash Compactor, and more. You can check out all of the details on the new vignette-style sets below.

After being first revealed back at CES, Anker’s latest addition to its stable of chargers is finally available. Enter the new Nano II 100W, a USB-C power adapter centered around the brand’s GaN II charging technology. Sporting a three-port design with an ultra-compact build, it’s 30% smaller than Apple’s comparative wall adapter and is now available for purchase.

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• Apple’s 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro now up to $399 off with new all-time lows on cellular models
• Save on nearly all of Apple’s official iPhone 13 series cases for spring starting at $34
• Samsung’s latest Galaxy S22+/Ultra fall to new all-time lows at $200 off

Last year saw the LEGO Group expand its Architecture line to assemble a new Taj Mahal set. Now a year later, it’s looking like we’ll be seeing all seven of the Wonders of the World get the brick-built treatment. Slated to arrive in June, LEGO is journeying to Egypt to launch a new Pyramid of Giza (21058) set that is in the works with nearly 1,500 pieces. All of the details on what to expect are down below.

Earlier this week, eBay rolled out the latest expansion to its Refurbished Program. Growing the cast of retailers and listings even further from last November’s refresh, we’re taking a hands-on look at just what to expect by buying a refurbished iPhone 12 from eBay. Detailing the unboxing experience, cosmetic conditions, and more, head below for a closer look.

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• Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack can now charge your iPhone 13 at 7.5W, sees rare discount to $90
• Samsung Galaxy S21 5G sees 1-day discount in Woot refurbished sale at $505 (Save $295)
• Greenworks 40V electric lawn tool sale takes up to 33% off for Earth Day (2022 lows)

After seeing the second round of Bricklink Designer Program kits go up for sale to close out last year, the LEGO Group is now officially announcing pricing on the next batch of fan-made kits. This time around, you’ll find nine different creations designed by previous near-successful LEGO Ideas designers ranging Classic Space-inspired builds to highly-detailed buildings and more.

Adorama is now offering the DJI OM 4 SE 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal for $99 shipped. Also matched at Amazon and B&H. Normally fetching $119, you’re looking at only the second discount to date and a match of the all-time low at $20 off. Having launched last fall as a new affordable variant of DJI’s popular smartphone stabilizer, its OM 4 SE delivers all of the signature features without some of the more premium inclusions in order to arrive at a more affordable price. Further accentuated by today’s deal, this budget-friendly package features ActiveTrack 3.0 technology as well as a series of other videography modes, the gimbal itself has a companion tripod and magnetic smartphone mount. Over at DroneDJ, our launch coverage offers some extra insight into what to expect, too.

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• Apple’s 13-inch M1 MacBook Air sees rare Amazon discount at $70 off
• Spring discounts arrive on Google’s latest Nest devices: Hub Max at $179, more from $65
• AirPods Pro see 1-day refurbished discount to $140 (Orig. $249), AirPods 3 hit $120

After getting a first look at what to expect from the new UCS Landspeeder, the LEGO Group has now officially revealed the new creation. Clocking in as the latest Ultimate Collectors Series set, the new X-34 Landspeeder arrives with nearly 1,900 pieces and is the most detailed LEGO version of the vehicle to date. Launching on May 1, you can get all of the details below.

Amazon now offers the new Wemo Smart Plug with Thread for $22.90 Prime shipped. Orders over $25 will also lock-in free delivery. Normally fetching $25, this is delivering the very first price cut on the all-new release. Upgrading Wemo’s existing and already popular smart plug with Thread support, the new version delivers HomeKit support out of the box. On top of being able to bark commands at Siri to turn lights on or off, this smart plug being outfitted with Thread and Bluetooth means that it is future-proof thanks to support for the upcoming Matter smart home platform. Everything is packed into a single outlet design that won’t hog the entire receptacle with its miniature form-factor. Dive into our launch coverage for the full scoop and then head below for more.

After getting a first look at the upcoming May the 4th promo from the LEGO Group, today a sneak peak of the Star Wars Day Ultimate Collector Series set has been revealed, too. Releasing on May 1, you can now get an early look at what to expect from this year’s first LEGO UCS build, Luke’s Landspeeder.

Star Wars Day is just under two weeks away and brands are already getting in on the action from a galaxy far, far away. A favorite around these parts at 9to5Toys, CASETiFY is offering a first look at its upcoming Star Wars case collection. Packed with accessories for the latest iPhone 13 series handsets to AirPods covers, MagSafe wallets, and more, you can get all of the details down below.

Satechi just launched its new Pro Hub Max earlier in the year, delivering one of the first USB-C adapters made for Apple’s latest M1 Pro MacBooks. Now after putting it to the test with one of the new Apple Silicon machines, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review reports on whether the Apple-friendly design is worth the cash.

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• iPad Air 4 now up to $149 off following Amazon all-time low clearance sale from $470
• Apple Watch Series 6 styles drop to new lows from $220 in 1-day Woot refurb sale
• Apple’s 24-inch M1 iMac now up to $150 off in multiple colorways via Amazon

May the 4th, aka Star Wars Day, is right around the corner, and today we’re getting a first look at what to expect from the celebrations on the LEGO front. Most notably, there will be an all-new LEGO Lars Homestead Kitchen (40531) set joined by a pair of other polybag freebie promotions launching to celebrate May the 4th.

Today, Twelve South is refreshing one of the more unique offerings in its lineup. Perfect for spring, two new styles of the SurfacePad folio case have arrived to coat your iPhone 13 series device in a signature Twelve South leather form-factor. 

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• Apple’s latest 11-inch M1 iPad Pros now down to best prices of the year from $700 (Save $199)
• Apple’s official iPhone 13/Pro/Max MagSafe Leather Cases drop to $42 each (Reg. $59)
• Eve’s new Room HomeKit air quality monitor with Thread sees first discount to $75 (25% off), more

Today, Logitech is launching the latest addition to its stable of ergonomic peripherials. Enter the new Logitech Lift, the brand’s most recent take on the vertical mouse form-factor. Featuring some compromises to deliver a more affordable price tag, the new release also comes in three different colors and is now available for purchase.

Earlier this year, we reported on nine of the upcoming LEGO Star Wars sets due out in the summer of 2022. Amongst those was the particular highlight of a potential AT-TE, and now that the wave’s launch is growing closer, new info has come out on what to expect. Including a new wave of 212th legion Clone Troopers, the upcoming LEGO AT-TE is also slated to include a refresh Commander Cody and more.

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• Apple’s new M1 Pro MacBook Pro comes within $1 of the Amazon low at $249 off
• Apple Watch Series 7 falls to new Amazon all-time lows starting at $313 (Save $86)
• DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo falls to new low of $479 following $120 discount, more

Moment makes some of the best gear to improve the photos and videos that can be shot on your iPhone, and its new MagSafe Mobile Filmmaker Cage might be one of the best yet. Pairing your iPhone 13 with a modular aluminum cage that can house everything from lights to tripods and more, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review is putting the accessory to the test.

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• iPhone SE 3 sees pre-paid promotion with free AirPods 3 and $200 gift card ($808 value)
• Belkin’s new 15W MagSafe Kickstand Charger sees first discount to $51, more from $25
• Apple’s latest M1 Mac mini returns to Amazon all-time low of $570 following $129 discount

Earlier in the week, Anker held its Spring Power Conference in Japan, and now we’re getting a look at an assortment of new releases due out through the rest of the year. Ranging from its latest MagSafe power banks to Nebula projectors, chargers, and even some entirely new product categories like item finders, all of the details are down below.

After raising Prime prices earlier in the year, Amazon shoppers may soon be having to pay even more to buy from the online retailer. Starting at the end of the month, a new surcharge to third-party sellers may mean the fee increases get passed onto buyers.

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• Apple’s latest 10.2-inch iPad now up to $50 off at Amazon starting at $309
• ecobee HomeKit SmartThermostats go on sale for spring starting at $149
• Apple Watch Series 6 Nike+ editions see rare discounts at $132 off (New lows)

Today, Twelve South is bringing its signature vintage leather-bound book aesthetics to Apple’s latest compact iPadOS device for the first time. The new BookBook case for iPad mini 6 arrives with the usual premium stylings we’ve come to expect from the brand in a new design fit for elevating the look of the miniature tablet.

Today, the LEGO Group is expanding its collection of Botanical Garden creations with a pair of new brick-built plants. Both now available for pre-order before launching next month, the new LEGO Succulents and Orchid join the lineup at the $49.99 price point. Head below for all of the other details.

Update: Following our initial report, more details have emerged on the upcoming LEGO UCS Razor Crest, including its part count, release date, and a first look at the build.

Amongst all of the LEGO Star Wars 2022 reports for the summer wave, there has been one set that fans have been waiting for. The most expensive LEGO creation from a galaxy far, far away of the year, the upcoming kit number 75331 has long been thought to be a Master Builder Series set. Now it is looking like we could be getting a second UCS set in the form of the Razor Crest.

Late last year, StarTech launched its very first Thunderbolt 4 dock. Since then its lofty price tag has been met with some newfound competition. One thing those lower-cost options can’t quite match, though, is the features, which set StarTech’s Mac upgrade apart thanks to up to 8K display output, 96W power passthrough, and a three Thunderbolt 4 ports, amongst other I/O. Now we’re going hands-on to see how the premium package stacks up.

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• Level Bolt and its invisible HomeKit smart lock features now down to $140 (New low, Reg. $200)
• Save $250 on Motorola’s Edge 20 smartphone with Wi-Fi 6E and 144Hz display at new low
• Philips Hue’s new medium lumen color smart LED bulb falls to $39 (Reg. $50)

Today, the LEGO Group is bringing one of the more popular in-store experiences to its official online storefront. Builders have long been able to go into a retail location and craft their very own brick-built character, and now LEGO is giving its Build a Minifigure service the online treatment by rolling out a new beta program.

Today, Anker is launching its latest and most capable portable power station to date. The new PowerHouse 757 sits at the top of Anker’s offerings with a massive 1229Wh internal battery that’s supplemented by an arsenal of 13 ports. Now available for pre-order, all of the details are down below.

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• Apple’s latest M1 Mac mini returns to Amazon all-time low of $570 following $129 discount
• Anker spring Gold Box takes up to 37% off chargers, power banks, more from $14
• Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 256GB hits new 2022 low following $200 Amazon discount

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• Apple Watch Series 7 now up to $85 off at new Amazon lows from $314
• AirPods 3 deliver Spatial Audio, MagSafe charging, and more at $150 (Save $29)
• Google Pixel 6 Pro sees rare unlocked Amazon discount to new all-time low

Today, we’re getting a first look at the latest gift with purchase from LEGO. Set to release in the United States come May, the upcoming Children’s Amusement Park promotional build will come free on select orders and delivers a miniature fair setting. Head below for all of the details.

At long last, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has been released. After spending years in development and following several delays over the years, the highly-anticipated title has arrived. But is all of the visual brick-built action worth the cash? We’re diving into what the most compressive and gorgeous-looking LEGO Star Wars game has to offer.

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• Save $219 on prev-gen. 2020 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Woot clearance sale
• Save $56 on Apple’s white Magic Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad Pro at an Amazon low
• Anker heads into weekend with rare iPhone and Android essential discounts from $12

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• Apple’s just-released iPad Air 5 256GB falls to new all-time low at $70 off
• Google’s Nest Hub 2nd Gen comes bundled with latest Nest Cam Indoor at $150 ($200 value)
• DJI FPV Drone bundle with goggles returns to all-time low at $300 off for spring

Today, the LEGO Group is announcing its latest collaboration thanks to a partnership with Epic Games. Looking to get in on all of the excitement of the metaverse, the two companies are offering a more accessible twist as the brands focus on creating a safe space for younger builders looking to journey to an online community.

Today, Anker is adding an entirely new product to its already broad lineup with the debut of its upcoming AnkerMake M5 3D Printer. Marking a first for the primarily smartphone accessory centric brand, the new release delivers a few key features like five times faster printing, an integrated camera for detecting misprints, and more.

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• Apple Watch SE sees $49 Gold Box discount starting at 2022 lows of $230
• Take Apple’s new M1 Pro chip for a spin with $200 off latest 14-inch MacBook Pro
• HP Chromebase AiO returns to all-time low at $160 off with 22-inch rotating screen

After seeing a collection of new Jurassic World: Dominion sets revealed earlier in the year, it seems that the LEGO Group has indeed saved the best for last. Revealed by a retailer ahead of its official launch later in the month, the new set arrives as the largest build in the wave and pits two massive brick-built dinos against each other.

Renpho today is expanding its lineup of connected fitness accessories with the debut of its very first smart treadmill. Arriving with support for the companion iOS and Android app, there are 15 workout presets geared towards everyone from beginners to more advanced runners. Now available for purchase, you can get all of the details and lock-in a launch discount below.

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• AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging hit best price of the year at $174 (Save $75), more
• Apple Watch Series 7 goes on $69 off Gold Box, 41mm: $330, 45mm: $360
• iPhone 12/mini fall to new all-time lows from $390 in refurbished Woot sale (Save $309)