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Today, LEGO is officially giving fans a first look at its latest fan-inspired Ideas creation, 123 Sesame Street. Bringing a collection of lovable and iconic characters to minifgure form for the first time, the upcoming set delivers the familiar two-story brownstone apartment building alongside over 1,300 pieces and five minifigures. Head below for a closer look and for all the details on how to add the LEGO Sesame Street set to your collection. 

Today, the Raspberry Pi Foundation has debuted its latest release alongside a collection of new accessories. Bringing all of the enhancements from last year’s Raspberry Pi 4 into a more compact design, the Compute Module 4 sports a refreshed form factor. This time around, there’s also plenty of improvements from past iterations including various RAM tiers, onboard wireless connectivity, and more. Head below for a closer look.

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After seeing multiple delays, Prime Day has finally come and gone, with Amazon touting this year’s two-day shopping event as one of the biggest in its tenure for small and medium businesses. It was yet another big year for Amazon’s Echo device lineup, with Fire TV Edition Smart TVs edging out as one of the top sellers, as well. Head below the fold for a closer look at all of the details on Amazon’s 2020 Prime Day recap.

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Throughout 2020, LEGO has been celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back with a selection of kits centered around the film. Arguably the most iconic scene from the movie was just recently re-created as one of the latest creations from a galaxy far, far away, with the limited edition Bespin Duel set launching last month. Head below for a closer look at the LEGO Bespin Duel in our latest review and to see if the set lives up to its source material.

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Today, Aqara is launching the latest addition to its lineup of smart home accessories with a new indoor security camera. Doubling as a Zigbee hub, the new device packs 1080p recording alongside HomeKit Secure Video functionality and more. Head below the fold for all of the details on the new Aqara HomeKit Camera G2H as well as how to lock-in a launch day discount.

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Today LEGO is rolling out a new double VIP points promotion as we gear up for the holiday shopping season. That’s not all, as it’s giving fans who missed out on the limited launch of its adidas shoes a chance to score themselves a pair of the unique collaboration. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO double points promotion and how to enter the adidas sneaker giveaway.

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Today HORI is expanding its stable of Nintendo Switch accessories with a new collection of Pokémon cases, gamepads, and more. Across the lineup, you’re looking at 12 new unveils packed with Pikachu, Eevee, and various other Pokémon which are slated to begin rolling out at the end of the month. Head below for a closer look at all of the upcoming unveils and details on how to pre-order them for yourself.

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If Slack isn’t already popping up in your life enough, today a new collaboration with Cole Haan is looking to boost that. Debuting as a lineup of new shoes, the Slack Generation ZERØGRAND from Cole Haan brings Slack’s logo to your wardrobe in a variety of styles. Head below the fold for all the details on how to grab these limited-edition kicks for yourself.

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Today LEGO is introducing its latest coding kit with a unique spin. As a follow-up to the new 5-in-1 Mindstorms set that launched earlier in the year, LEGO is now bringing that same iPhone connectivity and motorized functionality to a brick-built Porsche complete with autonomous driving capabilities and more. Head below the fold for all of the details on the upcoming creation.

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Nintendo has announced today that it’ll be giving Switch owners a chance to dive into Overwatch free of charge. With the Overwatch League eSports finals kicking off this weekend, fans of the game will be able to try it out on the Switch, or just dive in for the first time. Head below for all of the details on how to play Overwatch for free, as well as information on grabbing a copy on PC at no cost.

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Today Arlo is expanding its stable of smart security cameras with a new pair of offerings headlined by the HomeKit-enabled Ultra 2. There’s also the latest Pro 4 system, both of which enter with new connectivity centered around Wi-Fi that ditches the base stations that have been required from the brand’s security offerings in the past. Alongside up to 4K recording and integrated spotlights, there are also more affordable price tags this time around. Head below for all the details on the new Arlo Pro 4 and Ultra 2 cameras.

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Today NVIDIA is launching a more affordable version of its Jetson Nano microcomputer. This time around, there’s still the same emphasis on helping tinkerers experiment with AI and machine learning, but now there’s now a more affordable price tag attached to get even more developers interested. Head below for all of the details.

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To kick off the week, Amazon is unleashing its annual holiday gift guides spanning just about every category with all of this year’s hottest releases. While Prime Day is just over a week away at this point, we’re now turning our attention to the Amazon Holiday Toy List for 2020. If there’s a toy that’s bound to fly off the shelves or will be a must-have for under the tree, odds are it’s in the gift guide this year. So be sure to head below for a closer look and all the details on what made the cut this year.

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After unwrapping its collection of annual Advent Calendars and the latest Winter Village set, LEGO is back today to unveil a collection of new holiday-themed sets ahead of winter. Headlined by a brick-built recreation of A Christmas Carol, which you’ll be able to score for FREE later this year, there’s also some other ways to deck out your space with brick-built seasonal decor. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO Charles Dickens Tribute set and a closer look at everything else.

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For Nintendo fans, the launch of Super Mario 64, Sunshine, and Galaxy may very well be the most exciting game news of the year. And now that the collection has been out and we’ve been able to dive in, we’ll be taking a look to see if this collection of classics have aged well enough to make it a must-have on Switch. Head below the fold for all of the details on Super Mario All-Stars in our review.

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After giving its recent Emberton speaker a fresh coat of paint the other week, Marshall is back today with the launch of its latest pair of headphones. The new Major IV delivers the same look and retro stylings that we’ve come to expect from the brand, but with plenty of upgrades from its predecessors. Arguably the biggest improvement this time around falls to the more than 80 hours of battery life included here. Head below for all of the details on the new Marshall Major IV, including pricing and availability.

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Amazon is currently offering the QNAP TS-653D-4G 6 Bay NAS for $649 shipped. Also available at Adorama. Having dropped from $770, today’s offer is good for only the second price cut we’ve seen, amounts to 15% in savings, and marks a new all-time low. As QNAP’s latest flagship NAS, the 6-Bay TS-653D delivers high-end performance with upwards of 96TB of raw storage. It rocks a quad-core 2GHz processor with 4GB of upgradable RAM alongside PCIe Gen 2 slot. You’ll find a total of five USB 3.0 ports throughout, but the big perk here connectivity wise is a pair 2.5Gb Ethernet ports for achieving up to 498MB/s transfer speeds. It can also handle 4K transcoding, making it a great option for running Plex with an HDMI output. Rated 4.7/5 stars. Head below for more.

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As the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back comes to a close, LEGO is rolling out one more kit today in celebration of the film’s release. As the very first time that we’ve seen the ship in the LEGO world, the Nebulon-B Frigate is now on the way as this year’s final Star Wars set. Having originally been slated as an SDCC exclusive, the set will be available for fans to get hold of before the end of the year. Head below for a closer look at the upcoming build and everything we know so far about its release.

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While much of our attention this week has been on Amazon and the official announcement of its annual Prime Day sale, Kohl’s is now offering a reminder that the holiday shopping season is in fact upon us. Today, Kohl’s is debuting its Toy Shop with a look at some of 2020’s must-have gifts. Head below for all of the details.

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Today, LEGO is giving fans a look at its latest Ideas creation alongside the announcement of yet another community-inspired build. With 26 different fan-made builds up on the docket, we’re now seeing which have made the cut and which weren’t so lucky. Highlighted by a brick-built globe that’s on the way, LEGO is also showcasing a miniature Fender Stratocaster guitar and giving Sonic fans some hope for an upcoming set, as well. Head below for a closer look at the upcoming kits and for all the details.

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Today Satechi is expanding its stable of Apple charging accessories with one of its very first USB-C PD offerings equipped with GaN capabilities. Its new 100W wall charger enters with a much more compact design than we’ve seen from the brand in the past, alongside a familiar aluminum form-factor. Head below for a closer look at the Satechi 100W GaN Charger and for all the details on how to score a launch discount.

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Bandai’s popular model kits have been expanding to cover a variety of properties ranging from classic anime series like Evangelion to Pokémon and even Star Wars. But its bread and butter has always surrounded Gundam, and today fans are getting another chance to bring home one of the most sought-after Bandai kits from the past few years, the PG Unicorn Gundam Phenex. Head below for all of the details on the upcoming release and how to lock in your pre-order.

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Today NETGEAR is expanding its Orbi Mesh Wi-Fi lineup with a new offering that brings cable modem functionality into the mix. As the very first Wi-Fi 6 router to have a built-in cable modem, the new hybrid networking solution delivers the latest specs with an all-in-one design, 4.2Gb/s speeds, and more. Head below for a closer look at the new NETGEAR Orbi Wi-Fi 6 DOCSIS 3.1 System and for all the details on pricing and availability.

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Today TCL is updating its lineup of sound bars with five new releases, all with more affordable price tags than we’ve seen in the past. Starting at $59 and going up from there, the flagship release packs Dolby Atmos sound quality alongside AirPlay 2 and much more. Head below for all of the details on the new TCL Alto 9+ Sound Bar, as well as a closer look at the other upcoming releases.
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Today, Roku unexpectedly announced that it would be bringing AirPlay 2 and HomeKit functionality to a selection of its 4K steaming media players. But the news from Roku doesn’t stop there, as the company also announced the release of two new pieces of hardware for the home theater. On top of refreshing its flagship Ultra device, we’re also getting a first look at an upcoming hybrid streamer and sound bar fittingly deemed the Roku Streambar. With both releases arriving later this fall, you’ll want to head below the fold for all the details.

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Arcade1Up today announced its latest way to game at home, this time mixing up the usual assortment of vintage titles and retro flair for something entirely different. Bringing an up to 32-inch touchscreen to your setup, the new Arcade1Up Infinity Game Table packs a collection of Hasbro board games and much more to refresh game night. Head below for all of the details.

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One of this year’s most anticipated LEGO kits was first announced way back in April, bringing the iconic 501st Clone Trooper legion from Star Wars to brick-built form. After flying off the shelves when it launched back at the beginning of September, we’re diving into our review of the new Clone Wars era kit to see how it stacks up. Head below for a closer look at the LEGO 501st Battle Pack and its impressive selection of Clone Trooper minifigures.

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iRobot is releasing its latest robotic vacuum with a more affordable price tag while also delivering some premium features from its flagship offerings. Armed with a more powerful suction system than others in is class, the new iRobot Roomba i3 packs Alexa and Assistant capabilities alongside an optional dirt disposal add-on. Head below for a closer look and all of the details.
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STSS (An Aukey-affiliated seller with 99% positive all-time feedback) via Amazon is currently offering its Minima 18W USB-C PD Charger for $7.99 Prime shipped when clipping the on-page coupon. Typically fetching $15, it just recent fell to $10 with today’s offer saving you 46%, and marking one of the best we’ve tracked to date. Aukey’s compact USB-C PD wall charger packs a folding design and can dish out 18W of power. It’s perfect for throwing in your everyday carry or to upgrade your at-home charging setup. And with this year’s iPhone’s slated to not include chargers in the box, this is a great price to secure a charger better than what Apple would have bundled anyway. Over 2,300 customers have left a 4.6/5 star rating.

More smartphone accessories:

• Amazon offers up to 40% off Anker charging gear, cables, more from $17.50
• AUKEY 63W 5-Port USB Charger: $20 (Reg. $40) | Amazon
  • w/ code EF39F23Q
• VicTsing C6 Waterproof Speaker: $9 (Reg. $19) | Amazon
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• Apple Watch Series 5 price drops continue to roll in with deals from $330
• AUKEY 10000mAh USB-C Power Bank: $10 (Reg. $14) | Amazon
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• Twelve South accessories sale: Compass Pro for iPad $53, BookBook cases, more
• Insignia Mini Sonic Speaker: $15 (Reg. $30) | Best Buy
• Mpow Flame Lite Earbuds: $25 (Reg. $38) | Amazon
  • w/ on-page coupon + code VG2Z69AD

Deals still live from yesterday:

• Seneo 2 in 1 Wireless Charger: $15 (Reg. $22) | Amazon
  • w/ on-page coupon 3R566IKS
• Skullcandy Indy True Wireless Earbuds: $40 (Reg. $85) | Amazon 
• Latest smart lock from Anker works with keys and smartphones for $120 ($30 off)
• 20000mAh 18W USB-C Power Bank: $14 (Reg. $36) | Amazon
  • w/ code OYD9JRFL
• Harman Kardon’s stylish Aura Studio 3 Speaker falls to $240 (New low, 20% off)

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After plenty of other new releases this week, LEGO is stepping outside of its usual comfort zone to unveil a new collaboration with adidas. Dropping as part of the brands A-Z project, a unique new pair of sneakers will be arriving later this week complete with an undeniably LEGO design, integrated studs, and more. Head below for a closer look and all the details on scoring this limited-edition pair of kicks for yourself.

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After debuting its first attempt at noise-masking earbuds to wear overnight in 2018, Bose is back today with a second iteration. The new Sleepbuds II deliver plenty of upgrades compared to its predecessor, and it looks to tackle the battery issues that ultimately lead to the first generation being discontinued. But there’s also a new design and other alterations this time around as well. Head below for all the details on the new Bose Sleepbuds II, as well as information on pricing and availability.

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With the summer now behind us, LEGO is turning its attention to the upcoming holiday season to debut its most recent kit. As an expansion of the beloved Creator Winter Village theme, we’re now getting a nearly 1,200-piece Elf Club House as this year’s new festive kit. Complete with plenty of minifigures, presents, and more, you’ll want to head below for all the details on the LEGO Elf Club House.

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While Prime Day is still slated to arrive later this fall, Amazon is kicking off a new Big Fall Sale this week to hold folks over until its annual shopping event begins. Discounting a selection of home goods, back to school essentials, and more, you’ll want to head below for all of the details on Amazon’s latest sale.

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Update: The new 1,100-piece LEGO The Child set is now available for purchase directly from LEGO as well as Amazon.

Today, LEGO is officially giving Star Wars fans a first look at its upcoming The Child buildable character set ahead of the Mandalorian’s second season launching later this fall. Measuring over 7 inches tall, this brick-built version of the beloved Baby Yoda stacks up to nearly 1,100 pieces and brings the character to LEGO form in the most accurate way yet. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO version of The Child and for all the details on adding this one to your collection.

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Today LEGO is announcing that it will be relaunching two of the more popular fan-inspired Ideas creations from the past several years. After previously retiring both the NASA Apollo Saturn V and Ship in a Bottle in previous years, the two creations will now be available once again later this fall. Head below the fold for additional information on the upcoming LEGO Apollo Saturn V rerelease. 
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Apple Watch Series 6 recently launched as the brand’s latest flagship wearable alongside the more affordable Apple Watch SE. This time around, Apple is still shipping the same silicone band with purchase while charging $49 for additional styles. But because this is 9to5Toys, we’re here to round up all of the best third-party Apple Watch Series 6 bands to help you mix up the look for less. Thankfully, the slug hasn’t changed on this year’s models, so the latest Watches will continue to work with all watch bands on the market. With quite an expansive collection of offerings out there, it’s tough to find the perfect style. So be sure to head below where you’ll find all of our top picks starting at just $5.

Update: The new 2,363-piece LEGO Batwing is now available for purchase for VIP members at $199.99.

Today, LEGO is debuting its latest creation starring the Caped Crusader, bringing one of Batman’s most iconic vehicles to brick-built form like never before. As the most detailed version of the Batwing to date, the new set measures over 22-inches wide while stacking up to over 2,300-pieces. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO 1989 Batwing and for all the details on when you’ll be able to add this one to your collection

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After first debuting its new Emberton speaker in July, Marshall is now showcasing a new style of its most compact and portable release yet. Still rocking retro-inspired stylings, the new release doubles down on the vintage aesthetic with new brass accenting and all of the other features that originally launched with the speaker like 20-hour battery life, True Stereophonic sound, and more. Head below for all the details on the new Marshall Emberton colorway, and for additional information on pricing and availability.

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LEGO has been celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back all year, and earlier this month its latest commemorative creation was released. Debuting as the most recent brick-built version of the iconic AT-AT Walker, this creation packs six minifigures and assembles the third-largest Star Wars set of the year. And now for our latest review, we’re taking a closer look at how the new LEGO AT-AT stacks up. So be sure to head below for all the details.

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Golden Axe cabinet comes packed with six of the publishers officially launching its Big Buck Hunter cabinet at the beginning of the month, Arcade1Up is back today with its latest retro gaming release. Debuting as the very first release packed with SEGA games from the company, the new Golden Axe cabinet comes packed with five of the publisher’s most iconic titles to date. Head below for all the details.

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Today, mophie is expanding its stable of Apple chargers with three new accessories capable of replenishing multiple devices at once. With two new offerings for the desk or nightstand alongside a mobile power bank, mophie’s latest can refuel both iPhone and Apple Watch and enter on the heels of Apple’s event earlier in the week. Head below for a closer look at the new lineup of mophie wireless charging stations, as well as for all the details on pricing and availability.

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After launching the new 3,200-piece Mos Eisley Cantina earlier this morning, LEGO is also showcasing yet another new build for Star Wars fans. While not quite as massive, it gives us a look at what will very likely become a new lineup of kits moving forward. Bringing Yoda’s lightsaber into brick-built form, this 140-piece creation is a new take on collectible LEGO kits. Head below for all the details.

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Nintendo is expanding the collection of retro titles available on its Switch Online platform today with four new releases. Headlined by the popular sequel to Donkey Kong Country, you’ll soon be able to dive into four SNES experiences, including a Mario-themed version of Picross and more. Head below for all the details on when you’ll be able to play Donkey Kong Country 2, as well as the other three titles launching on Nintendo Switch Online.

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Following the official announcement of Apple Watch Series 6 and the launch of two new bands, Nomad is now getting in on the action with a new release of its own. As one of its most durable accessories to date, the new Nomad Rugged Strap brings a mix of vulcanized FKM rubber and stainless steel hardware to your Apple Watch with a sleek design in tow. Head below for all of the details and a closer look at the new accessory.

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Each year, LEGO releases a collection of new BrickHeadz figures to coincide with holidays, change of seasons, and other events. Halloween is around the corner, and LEGO is taking that as an opportunity to officially release its latest brick-built character. This year’s falls to a new LEGO Frankenstein BrickHeadz that’s assembled out of 108 pieces and packs some new printed pieces to pull off the character’s iconic look. Head below for all the details, including how to add this one to your collection.

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