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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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LEGO’s latest double VIP points promotion now live with bonus Jane Goodall freebie set

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Today, the LEGO Group is launching its latest double VIP points promotion on its entire catalog of sets. As the very first chance to lock-in some extra credit this year, you’ll be able to score twice the points as usual on everything from just-released creations to those hard-to-find builds that you’ve had your eye on. Plus, you’ll even score a free limited-edition LEGO Jane Goodall kit on select orders, too. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO double points promotion and some of our top picks for getting the most out of the savings event.

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Prep for spring with a Greenworks electric mower at the best price of 2022, more in New Green Deals

Spring is fast approaching and as the weather warms up it won’t be too long until the first grass cutting session rolls around. To help make 2021 the last year you’ll have relied on gas or oil, we’re tracking a notable price cut to start out 2022 with an electric 40V Greenworks electric mower. Not only can it go 70 minutes on a charge, but the self-propelled design makes it even easier to tackle the weekly chore of mowing. 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, more on why going electric for your yard tools like the mower on sale is important, 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: March 11, 2022 – iPad Air 5 launch deals, M1 MacBook Air $100 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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CASETiFY’s latest Pokémon collection includes themed iPhone 13 cases for the first time

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Update: The entire collection is now available for purchase!

Today, CASETiFY is launching what will surely be one of its most popular collections of branded iPhone cases yet. Marking the first iPhone 13 covers decked out in Pokémon icons from the brand, the new CASETiFY lineup arrives later this month with a wide range of styles alongside pixelated AirPods cases, Apple Watch bands, and more.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 10, 2022 – Best Mario Day deals, Apple Magic Keyboard low, 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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Satechi launches new compact 30W USB-C GaN charger alongside first USB 4 cables

Today, Satechi is expanding its stable of Apple accessories with the latest additions to its charging kit. Delivering a new and more compact 30W GaN USB-C charger than we’ve seen from the brand previously, there’s also a pair of new companion Satechi USB-C 4 cables joining the lineup, too. Now available for purchase with launch discounts attached, all of the details are down below.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 9, 2022 – Apple Studio Display launch sale, M1 iPad Pro $150 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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9to5Toys Daily: March 8, 2022 – 10.2-inch iPad $309, Anker Apple event sale from $13, 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 Boba Fett Throne Room, the largest Star Wars 2022 set so far

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Entering as the largest LEGO Star Wars set of 2022 so far, the Boba Fett’s Throne Room kit just hit store shelves at the beginning of the month. As one of the year’s more anticipated creations since first being rumored last year, we’re finally taking a hands-on look at the new over 700-piece creation to see how it stacks up.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 7, 2022 – Save on Apple Watch Series 6, iPhone 13 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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Philips Hue launches new Gradient Tube lamp with addressable RGB lighting

New release/$180

Philips Hue is now expanding its lineup of home theater smart home lighting accessories with the new Gradient Tube. As just the latest addition to its stable of individually-addressable lights, the new Gradient Tube lamp sports a design made for resting on center consoles, shelves, and more. Now available for purchase, all of the details are down below.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 4, 2022 – AirPods 3 hit $145, 11-inch M1 iPad Pro $150 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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Tested: OtterBox’s magnetic power bank is ultra-versatile with MagSafe charging passthrough

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A bit late to the game, OtterBox just launched its first MagSafe-compatible Power Bank. Waiting for other manufactures to show their hands first, the new release arrives with a first of its kind feature set centered around its passthrough MagSafe charging. But was it worth the wait? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review explores what to expect.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 3, 2022 – Save $319 on iPad Pro, Google Wifi systems from $69, 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 debuts new limited-edition Jane Goodall Tribute set, here’s how to score it for FREE

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An all-new collection of LEGO kits just dropped to kickoff March, and now we’re seeing the LEGO Group launch its latest promotion to entice shoppers. Delivering the latest gift with purchase from the LEGO Group, its new Jane Goodall Tribute set arrives with over 275 pieces to pay homeage to the famed primatologist. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO model and to learn how it can be added to your collection for free.

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Anker’s eufy See-Everything Smart Lock debuts with 2K camera, fingerprint scanner, more

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Today, Anker is launching the latest addition to its smart home stable with the most versatile offering yet. Arriving with a 2-in-1 design that upgrades the front door, the new eufy See-Everything Smart Lock is available for pre-order with a 2K sensor, motion detection, and built-in fingerprint scanner. Head below for more.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 2, 2022 – Apple Watch Series 7 $80 off, Google 30W Charger, 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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Here’s our first look at LEGO’s 12 upcoming Muppets collectible minifigures

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Today, we’re getting a first look at what to expect from the LEGO Group’s latest series of Collectible minifigures. Bringing the most iconic puppets in television and film history to the brick-built world, 12 new LEGO Muppets minifigures are arriving in the near future. Delivering icons like Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and other beloved characters, you can get a look at everything down below.

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9to5Toys Daily: March 1, 2022 – M1 Mac mini from $570, 24-inch iMac $249 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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LEGO March 2022 buyers guide: Check out all of the new Star Wars, Marvel, and other kits

50 kits/Coming soon

The largest 2022 collection of new LEGO sets are now going live to kick off March, with nearly 50 just-released creations joining the lineup. Headlined by the latest LEGO Star Wars sets and life-sized Marvel relics, there’s also the latest Technic supercars and a series of other builds. Head below for the full scoop on all of the new LEGO sets available for March 2022, which are now available for purchase.

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Brick-built Daft Punk helmets and more highlight best LEGO Ideas in February

February is now coming to a close, and we’re wrapping up quite the eventful month of LEGO Ideas news by checking out some of our favorite fan-made models. Just after our hands-on review of the new 2,600-piece Globe set and getting a first look at the upcoming BTS build, we’re checking out three different creations from the Ideas platform, including Daft Punk helmets, a Vintage Radio, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of the best LEGO Ideas in February.

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eufy’s new 2K Dual Camera Smart Video Doorbell is now finally available

$260/Buy now

After first being unveiled back at CES 2022, Anker’s latest expansion to its eufy smart home subbrand is now officially shipping. Taking a unique approach to front porch protection, the new eufy Dual Camera Video Doorbell arrives with not one, but two sensors for surveying the happenings at the front door. Head below for all of the details.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 28, 2022 – Save on Apple TV 4K, Anker gear, Beats Fit Pro, 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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Pokémon Scarlet and Violet announced as Gen 9 with a late 2022 release date

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Update: Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are now available for pre-order at Amazon ahead of an expected holiday 2022 launch.

It’s Pokémon Day 2022, and The Pokémon Company is celebrating the occasion with a series of announcements on what to expect from the upcoming releases. Most excitingly is two new installments in the franchise, with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet being officially revealed for Gen 9 alongside three new starters and tons of other information. Head below for everything announced so far.

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Hands-on: Pokémon’s new Brilliant Stars TCG set is now available, here’s everything you need to know

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Update: After launching on Friday, you can now lock-in a discount on Pokémon Brilliant Stars. The 36-pack Booster Box is down to $134.74 (Reg. $150) and the Elite Trainer Box is down to $39.99 (Reg. $45). Both are all-time lows and the first discounts.

Today, the Pokemon Company is officially dropping the latest expansion to its popular TCG. Brilliant Stars arrives as the latest set from the trading card game with an entirely new assortment of Pokémon based around Sword and Shield with some Legends: Arceus action sprinkled in for good measure. While stores will likely be sold out of the new cards, there’s still plenty of ways to get in on the launch day action at Amazon and other retailers. Head below for everything you can expect from the Pokémon Brilliant Stars TCG expansion as well as some highlights from the set.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 25, 2022 – Galaxy S22 launch day deals, iPhone 11, 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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Tested: Arc Pulse delivers an elegant and ultra-minimal titanium iPhone 13 case

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Earlier this year, the new Arc Pulse case launched to give iPhone 13 owners a sleek alternative to not rocking a cover at all. Wrapping your handset in an ultra-minimal form-factor, its high-end titanium build offers added protection without all of the usual bulk. But is the premium build worth a fittingly steep price tag? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review is on the case.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 24, 2022 – Refurb iPad Pro $589 off, iPhone 13 case $26, 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 debuts new 1,100-piece Creator Expect Vespa 125 ahead of March 1 launch

Today, the LEGO Group is officially showcasing its latest Creator Expert model. Joining a collection of other kits next month, the new Vespa 125 stacks up to over 1,100 pieces and arrives with a slick blue color scheme. Arriving just in time for Vespa’s 75th anniversary, you can get all of the details on the new LEGO Creator Expert kit down below.

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Review: LEGO’s Architecture Skyline series makes a comeback with a journey to Singapore

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After taking a one-year hiatus, the popular LEGO Architecture Skyline collection is finally receiving a new creation. Launched at the beginning of the year, the brick-built recreation of Singapore marks the first build of its kind in almost two years. But just what does the LEGO Group have in store for the return of the fan-favorite theme? Hit the jump for all of the details.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 23, 2022 – Anker accessory sale from $9, Galaxy S21 $458, 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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Nomad refreshes popular MagSafe Base Station charger with new walnut design

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Today, Nomad is refreshing its popular MagSafe-compatible Base Station charger with a new look. Ditching the typical aluminum stylings for a new walnut exterior, there’s the same leather charging pad as we’ve seen in the past as well as MagSafe alignment to keep your iPhone 13 in place on the nightstand. Now available for purchase, all of the details on the new Nomad Walnut Base Station charger are down below.

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Anker’s latest 8-in-1 USB-C hub focuses on improved looks with a faux leather exterior

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Today, Anker is launching its expanding its collection of Mac and PC accessories with its latest 8-in-1 USB-C hub. Not to be confused with any of the brand’s previous I/O expansion devices, its latest arrives with a refreshed design that wraps the entire package in a faux leather with other complementing premium stylings. Now available for purchase, you can get the full scoop on the Anker leather USB-C Hub down below.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 22, 2022 – Apple Watch Series 7 $249 off, OtterBox S22 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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K-pop band BTS gets the LEGO treatment alongside A-Frame cabin as latest Ideas sets

Today, the LEGO Group is announcing the winners of its latest Ideas review round. Picking from 34 potential creations to see which fan-made project would have the honor of making it onto store shelves as an official set, two new future builds have now been unveiled. Including the LEGO debut of BTS and an A-Frame Cabin creation, all the details are down below.

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Review: CORSAIR’s new MP600 PRO LPX SSDs solve PS5 storage woes with 7,100MB/s speeds

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Earlier this month, CORSAIR launched its latest internal SSD which took aim at PS5 users looking to supplement the console’s storage. Now that Horizon Forbidden West launched this past weekend with nearly 90GB of required space to enjoy the highly-anticipated sequel, I put CORSAIR’s new MP600 PRO LPX SSD to the test for solving storage woes. Head below for the full scoop on what to expect from the process.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 21, 2022 – Save on MagSafe Leather Wallet, Brydge iPad gear, 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’s very first ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ set arrives as the 550-piece Goat Boat

Today, the LEGO Group is giving builders a first official look at the new Thor: Love and Thunder set. Debuting as the first of two rumored creations from the upcoming MCU expansion, the new Goat Boat set stacks up to over 550 pieces while including a series of exclusive minifigures. Head below for all of the details on what to expect from the latest LEGO Marvel 2022 kit.

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LEGO 1,500-piece Optimus Prime Transformer set reportedly launching this summer

If all of the recent summer LEGO action wasn’t enough, today 9to5Toys is able to confirm reports on what may very well be the biggest collaboration of 2022. Slated to team up with Hasbro, the LEGO Group will be bringing the very first brick-built Transformer to its collection with an Optimus Prime set come May. Head below for everything we know so far.

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9to5Toys Daily: February 18, 2022 – Best Presidents’ Day weekend sales, 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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