About the Author

Justin Kahn

Justin is a senior deal Jedi over at 9to5Toys where he heads up our game/app coverage and more. He also covers all things music for 9to5Mac, including the weekly Logic Pros series exploring music production on Mac and iOS devices. Justin is an audio engineer/producer with over 10 years experience.

Justin Kahn's favorite gear

PXN MFi game controller

Akai MPK USB MIDI Keyboard

Pocket Operator synth

Luxury Book iPhone 7 Plus Case

Review: JBL’s Soundgear Sense are a solid open earbud choice…with a couple caveats

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JBL SoundGear Sense Open-Ear Buds

Today we are taking a deeper dive on the JBL Soundgear Sense Open Earbuds. After more pricey models from Bose recently made headlines around here, we though it would be a good idea to check out the somewhat more affordable, let’s call it mid-priced options, and JBL’s Soundgears seemed a suitable candidate at $149.99 shipped. Dive into our hands-on impressions down below.

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Tested: Hands-on with KeySmart’s flashlight-equipped iPro Apple Find My Key Organizer

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We have featured deals on the KeySmart key organizers more than a few times around here, and now it’s time to give up some hands-on impressions. After coming away more than impressed with our time testing out the brand’s SmartCard Apple Find My wallet card tracker, today we are looking at the KeySmart iPro – an Apple Find My-equipped key holder that’s looking to add some peace of mind and organization to your EDC. Head below for more.

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Exclusive 20% off all Burton Goods leather iPhone cases + 30% off Apple Watch bands

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30% off From $342

This week Burton Goods and 9to5Toys are teaming up to offer some big-time savings on its leather iPhone cases, iPad covers, MacBook cases, and Apple Watch bands. While its full-grain leather gear can sometimes be a bit pricey, we are doing everything we can to bring prices down for folks starting with today’s exclusive 20% price drop on everything the brand sells, and even deeper deals on its leather Apple Watch straps. This includes everything from its new new full-grain leather MagSafe iPhone 15 case to the 2-piece magnetic wallet folio model to its leather military pilot-style Apple Watch band, and all of the gear we highlighted in our launch coverage. Be sure to swing below the fold for today’s Burton Goods promo codes. 

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Tested: Hands-on with the Burton Goods American full-grain Heritage Leather Apple Watch Strap

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Burton Goods re-launched earlier this year with a fresh collection of new leather goods for just about all of your Apple gear, from gorgeous MacBook and iPad cases, to its American full-grain Heritage Leather Apple Watch Strap you see here today. The Heritage, like the name suggests and falling in line with the rest of the gear in the lineup, presents a vintage-inspired leather treatment for your high-tech Apple wearable and we have had it on-wrist for the last couple weeks to give a run for its money. Head below for our hands-on impressions of the Burton Goods Heritage Leather Apple Watch Strap.

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mophie’s new juice pack case adds 50% more battery life to iPhone 15, now available

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The new mophie juice pack iPhone 15 battery case is hitting store shelves starting today. The brand is well known around here for its range of cases, charging gear, and more – we loved our time with its telescoping 15W charger and I still use its gorgeous fabric-wrapped 45W 20,000mAh powerstation pro to this day. But today we are focused on the latest edition to its iPhone 15 case lineup that combines smartphone protection and an onboard battery to extend the life of your device. Now available for purchase, you can get more details on the new mophie juice pack battery iPhone 15 case below. 

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NAAA cautions drone pilots not to interfere with agricultural aircraft
Asylon bags new FAA approval for BVLOS drone operations
New firmware for DJI Power 1000 superfast portable charger
New DJI Mini 4K camera drone arrives on April 29
DJI launches Agras T50 and T25 drones globally with upgraded SmartFarm app
DJI RSC 2 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer lands at new $359 low (Reg. $499)
New AUVSI, DIU initiative to enhance drone cybersecurity
Robinson Helicopter scoops up drone maker Ascent AeroSystems
Amazon ends California drone delivery, shifts focus to Arizona
BETA hits its latest eVTOL milestone, transitioning mid-air with a pilot onboard [Video]

Tested: Aer Tech Sling 3 bag – EDC-ready and large enough for MacBook, iPad, AirTag, more

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We have come away impressed with just about everything we have gone hands-on with from Aer. That includes its Pro Kit tech accessory organizer pouch, the City Tote Bag, and the Aer Travel Pack 3 I’m about to load up to head out traveling once again. But today we are turning our attention to its latest Aer Tech Sling 3 bag – we have been testing the carrier out for a few weeks and are now ready to dish up some hands-on impressions. Head below for the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys. 

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Android game and app deals: Exolotl Zian, Super Onion Boy 2, Million Onion Hotel, more

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Reg. $1+ FREE+

Before we head off into the weekend, let’s gather up all of Friday’s best deals on Android games and apps. Joining today’s Google Play offers, we are also seeing notable deals on Google’s latest Nest Thermostat with Matter, the HD Chromecast with Google TV,  and Google Nest Cam Indoor, but for now we are focused on the apps. Today’s highlights include titles like Exolotl: Zian, Super Onion Boy 2, Million Onion Hotel, Bloons TD 6, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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Journey goes 20% off sitewide for Mother’s Day: Chargers, Apple Find My gear, more from $20

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20% off From $20

Journey has now launched its annual Mother’s Day sale, offering 20% off sitewide using code GIFT20 at checkout. Featuring its entire collection of charging gear, iPhone cases, and lifestyle essentials ranging from MagSafe charging desk mats to wallet solutions, and more, everything is now on sale. While we have seen a few very short-lived offers at as much as 30% off from the brand in the past, it very rarely offers more than the 20% off we are seeing for Mother’s Day, and almost never with this sort of selection. Head below for a closer look at our top picks from the sale. 

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First deal on physical copies of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door at $50 (Releases in May)

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Reg. $60 $50

Nintendo has been on a bit of a roll with remakes and re-releases as of late, with the now available Super Mario RPG and Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD coming this summer, but the next one to hit store shelves will be Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for Switch. And best of all, we are now tracking the very first straight up cash discount on it. Geek Alliance is back again with a notable pre-order offer on Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door at $49.99 shipped. Regularly $60, this is a $10 discount and the lowest price we have seen yet on a physical copy. You could leverage Nintendo’s Switch Online game voucher and bundle this one with another title to save $20 on the total. But if you’re looking for a physical copy for your collection, the Geek Alliance offer is the lowest total. Head below for more details. 

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Today’s best iOS app deals: Dream Park Story, Doom & Destiny titles, and more

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Reg. $1+ FREE+

Friday has come back around again and we have a new collection of iOS game and app deals to cap off the work week in App Store deals. Joining today’s iPhone and iPad software offers, we are also tracking some notable deals on Apple’s elevated 24-inch M3 iMac as well as these HYPER MacBook sleeves and everything else you’ll find waiting in our Apple deal hub. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Dream Park Story, The Lost Shield, Doom & Destiny titles, Bug Bomber, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s iOS game and app deals. 

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Google expands Pixel hardware campus in Taiwan
Pixelated 007: AndroidPixel
Here’s how Google patched the account security loophole on Google TV and Android TV
‘Chromecast with Google TV’ is not a good name
ChromeOS is about to change its default font
Meta teases that ‘nothing prepares you’ for its upcoming AR glasses
Review: The iPhone 15 Pro is the best pitch to switch from Android – it’s just not for me
Google Maps updates Wear OS Tile with direct map shortcut
Android 15 might be better at forcing dark mode on apps
Nothing Ear and Ear (a) will get transparency improvements in a future update

Today’s best game deals: Nintendo indie sale from $3 – Ori, TUNIC, Hades, Hollow Knight, more

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Apps GameseShop
50% off From $3

‘Joining some ongoing spring price drops on major first-party Switch titles, like New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Nintendo has now kicked off a particularly notable indie game sale in celebration of this week’s IndieWorld showcase. It is now offering up to 50% on savings with deals starting from just $3, and there’s some serious gems here. You’re looking at deals on amazing indie titles like Hollow Knight, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Ori and the Blind Forest, Celeste, TUNIC, Among Us, Hades, Stardew Valley, and many more. This is one of the more notable collections of indie game deals we have seen on the eShop in several months, offering gamers a chance at shoring up their digital libraries with amazing experiences to enjoy in between major releases. Head below for more of today’s best console game deals. 

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Here’s a rare chance to score Nintendo’s Game & Watch Super Mario Bros. console at $40

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Rare deal $40

Update: Amazon is now offering the Nintendo Game & Watch Super Mario Bros. Edition collectible console down at $39.99 shipped – this deal likely won’t last for very long so grab it now while you can. Orignal post and details below.

Amazon is now offering a rare chance to score the Nintendo Game & Watch Super Mario Bros. Edition collectible console for $42.77 shipped. We don’t see this Nintendo collectible console in-stock very often these days from trusted retailers, so now’s your chance to score one, and at a discount. Now out of stock at Best Buy completely, the regularly $50 machine is nearly 15% off and being sold directly from Amazon. This “piece of Super Mario history” dropped as part of the Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary campaign last year. The limited run collectible console is not just a novelty item though with three playable games included: the original Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, and a Mario-themed edition of a classic Game & Watch game known as Ball. More details below. 

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Official customizable Xbox Mastercards now available to all across the US

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Today, we have an update on the Xbox Mastercard via the official Xbox Wire. Back in September Xbox announced its official partnership with Mastercard, giving Xbox Insiders a chance to score one and the bonus goodies it came along with. Fast forward to today, and now the Xbox Mastercard is available to everyone in the continental United States, Alaska, and Hawaii with no annual fees. If you missed out on our original coverage, be sure to head below for all of the details along with updates on some of the new perks. 

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Elgato brings its most popular gear to new, more affordable Neo lineup

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Out now Elgato Neo

Elgato makes one of the more popular streamer and content-creator gear out there headlined by its Stream Deck desktop controllers. We have been big fans of its gear for years, covering many of the new releases and price drops on all of it, but Elgato is out with a brand range of products to cater towards more casual users with lower price tags and support for iPad. This time around the brand is focusing on delivering a new lineup of gear that takes its most popular products and streamlines them into a more simple user experiences centered around the new Stream Deck Neo.

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Today’s best watch deals from $38: SEIKO 5 Auto, Omega Seamaster, Tissot PRS, more

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In this week’s best watch deals, we have some notable price drops on SEIKO, Citizen, Omega, Tissot, and more. First up, Jomashop is now offering the SEIKO 5 Automatic Grey Dial Stainless Steel Watch (Ref. SE-SNXS75) on sale for $89 shipped. This is a regularly $250 timepiece that is now seeing a sizable 64% price drop thanks to a bonus on-page coupon code. While Amazon tends to have notable deals on SEIKO pieces as well, this very similar model is going for $117 there for comparison. You’re looking at a stainless steel 37mm case and bracelet complete with a grey dial and luminous yellow gold-tone hands and applied hour markers, alongside the day/date at the 3 o’clock position. All of which is powered by an automatic movement with a 40-hour power reserve. Head below for more details and the rest of today’s best watch deals. 

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Agile Space Industries, True Anomaly collaborate on Victus Haze mission
NASA’s Europa lander and the search for life on a distant Jupiter moon
Boeing Starliner is set and ready to launch its first crew to space
Supply chain strains under pressure from increased small satellite demand
This Week in Launch: A packed week of launches
The FAA will now require reentry licenses before launch for payloads intended to return
It’s been one year since we’ve entered the Starship era
How many rockets has SpaceX launched in 2024?
Space Explored Podcast 74: Trying to put the eclipse into words with astronaut Terry Virts
NASA is looking for new ways to get its Martian samples back home

elago takes your AirPods Pro 2 back to the ’90s with its new vintage-style Pager Case at $14

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Newselago
Brand new $14.50

elago is well known around here for its vintage Mac gear and Nintendo AirPods cases, and today it is once taking us way back with its new Pager case. Now available on its official Amazon storefront with a notable launch deal, the latest from the brand’s wraps an old school, nostaligic beeper design around your modern AirPods Pro 2 case. Head below for more. 

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Today’s best iOS app deals: LEGO Bricktales, Inspire Pro, Dark Tower, and more

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Reg. $1+ FREE+

We have hit the mid-point of the week and now it’s time for all of Wednesday’s best iOS game and app deals. Joining this morning’s App Store offers, we also have notable deals waiting on Apple’s 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro and some solid clearance pricing on iPhone 14, alongside everything else in our Apple deal hub. As for the apps, highlights include deals on LEGO Bricktales, Inspire Pro, Dark Tower, Old Monterrey, and more. Hit the jump for a complete look at today’s best iOS game and app deals. 

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Tune in for 20 mins. of new games coming to Switch this year in today’s IndieWorld showcase

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As we mentioned yesterday after the official announcement, Nintendo is hosting a new IndieWorld Direct presentation today to showcase a series of upcoming titles coming to Switch. This morning’s show marks the first return of Nintendo’s indie broadcast since last year gave us a look at titles like Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution, Blade Chimera, and the Braid: Anniversary Edition, and now it’s time to look ahead at the 2024 offerings from the smaller, niche studios. Head below for more details and to follow along with today’s IndieWorld show. 

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Elgato’s Wave XLR Interface with Clipguard tech back down at $140 + Stream Deck deals

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AmazonElgato
From $130

We are tracking some deals on the popular Elgato streamer and content creator gear today starting with the brand’s Wave XLR Audio Mixer Interface for $139.99 shipped. Regularly $160, this is a solid $20 in savings and the lowest we can find. It also lands on par with all of the deals we have tracked in nearly a year outside of a couple drops to $120 and $130 around holiday and Black Friday season last year. This is Elgato’s streamer- and gaming-focused audio interface, complete with built-in phantom power for condenser XLR mics. It will accommodate connecting XLR mics to a PC or Mac via USB-C and, as seen above, looks perfect alongside the beloved Elgato Stream Decks. Elgato’s “proprietary Clipguard technology [that] prevents microphone distortion” is in place here as well as the companion Wave Link app where you can combine the mic input with other audio sources to create two independent mixes for your stream and broadcast setup. More deals and details below. 

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Razer just unveiled Firefly V2 Pro – the ‘world’s first fully illuminated LED backlit gaming mouse mat’

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Brand new $100

Just after the debut of its new spatial audio BlackShark V2 Pro Xbox/PlayStation headsets and its high-end 18-inch Blade gaming laptop, Razer is launching another world-first today. Razer says its brand new Firefly V2 Pro is the “world’s first fully illuminated LED backlit gaming mouse mat” and it is now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look and more details on the vibrant new functional accoutrement for your battlestation table top. 

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Tesla Model 3 Performance is 3 days old and already got a $1k price hike
Goodyear launches a new EV tire – but are EV tires worth it?
Hyundai’s new Kona Electric is even cheaper to lease than the gas-powered model at $169/mo
Podcast: Tesla earnings, Model 3 Performance, Mercedes-Benz electric G-Class, and more
Rivian starts shipping NACS adapters for Tesla’s Supercharger network
Save $700 on Heybike Explore e-bike at $1,199, NIU BQi-C3 Pro e-bike for $1,300, and more
Skanska is about to transform a Brooklyn marine terminal into a major offshore wind hub
Kia confirms EV9 GT is launching in January with enormous power
Mazda’s new EZ-6 electric sedan and Arata are the EVs the brand is missing in the US
Tesla Autopilot is again under NHTSA investigation after doubts over recall remedy

BANG!CASE is the ‘world’s first’ iPhone 15 case to add a second customizable Action Button

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Reg. $50 From $40

We have featured a near countless number of iPhone cases around here over the years, but today it’s time to take a look at “the world’s first action-button phone case.” Apple introduced the new haptic Action Button on its latest iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone Pro Max handsets, and now the folks at Bitmo Lab – a brand that originates from collaborations with sspai and JSAUX – are ready to debut the new BANG!CASE. Alongside the see-through case back, onboard LED lighting, and magnetic charging, the case also sports an Action Button (or BANG!Button as the brand puts it) you can customize to trigger any number of things with single, double, and long press clicks. Now available with early bird pricing, be sure to head below for more details. 

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Today’s best game deals: Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon 50% off, Kirby Star Allies $30, more

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Reg. $60 $30

Walmart is now offering Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S down at $30. Score free in-store pickup where available or free delivery with Walmart+ (free trial). Regularly $60, this is a straight up 50% price drop, $10 below our previous mention, and the lowest price we can find. It is currently starting at over $45 on Amazon where it has never dropped below $40. For those unfamiliar, this one comes from the developers of the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring. AC6 marks a return for the long-running series as well as a new beginning in some ways. It is a departure from the dev’s more recent Soulsborne formula, but fans of the mech battle series (and games like it) will want to take a closer look, especially while it’s 50% off. There’s a particularly deep pilot and mech customization system in place, alongside a super fast-paced combat action across a series of missions set on the planet Rubicon 3. Head below for the rest of today’s best console game and app deals. 

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The next Nintendo Switch IndieWorld showcase set to go live tomorrow morning

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After giving us Direct Partner Showcase back in February, you’ll want to put down the Princess Peach Showtime! and Super Mario Bros. Wonder for 20 minutes tomorrow morning as Nintendo will debut the first IndieWorld Showcase of the year. After getting a look at STAR WARS: Battlefront Classic Collection, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Endless Ocean Luminous , and more during the Partner Showcase, Nintendo has now scheduled in the first major update in the world of Switch indie games for tomorrow. Details are waiting down below. 

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Samsung debuts its most affordable 120Hz 98-inch 4K smart TV with AI-enhanced picture 

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After launching the bulk of its new 2024 lineup of smart TVs, today Samsung is officially expanding its ultra-large lineup with a new 98-inch model. Known as the Samsung 98-inch Class Crystal UHD DU9000 and now available for purchase, it delivers picture quality specifically optimized for the big screen to deliver one of the lowest-priced models from the brand with this sort of screen real-estate – others can sell for over $14,000. Head below for more details.

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PlayStation 5 Pro all but imminent now, test kits are out in the wild and Sony is readying devs

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After a few major, and more than just loose rumor, reports over the last few months, it would appear the PS5 Pro is all but imminent now. Last we checked in, the technical overview of the still unconfirmed new console had surfaced, and it now looks as though even more credible sources have received a complete list of the machine’s specs. We previously suspected the pro machine would be very much like the current-generation model, just with even more powerful internals, which still appears to be the case, and Sony is now priming developers to ready titles for the console (or ensure existing games are ready to take advantage of the added horsepower). All of the details are down below. 

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Agile Space Industries, True Anomaly collaborate on Victus Haze mission
NASA’s Europa lander and the search for life on a distant Jupiter moon
Boeing Starliner is set and ready to launch its first crew to space
Supply chain strains under pressure from increased small satellite demand
This Week in Launch: A packed week of launches
The FAA will now require reentry licenses before launch for payloads intended to return
It’s been one year since we’ve entered the Starship era
How many rockets has SpaceX launched in 2024?
Space Explored Podcast 74: Trying to put the eclipse into words with astronaut Terry Virts
NASA is looking for new ways to get its Martian samples back home

Govee debuts new upgraded smart Floor Lamp 2 with Matter, illuminated base, and more

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AmazonSmart HomeNewsGovee
Brand new $150

Just after the debut of its new smart Neon Rope Light 2 with Matter, Govee is expanding its lineup of intelligent floor lamps today with the new Floor Lamp 2. Delivering a similar sleek and modernist form-factor as the previous-generation models, Govee is introducing an upgraded feature set compared to the previous “best-selling” Lyra alongside Matter support to better integrate with the rest of your smart home. Now available for purchase, you can get a complete breakdown of the new Govee Floor Lamp 2 below. 

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Get pro-grade sound with Universal Audio’s microphones now down even lower at $239 ($50 off)

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Amazonmac accessoriesUniversal Audio
Reg. $299 $239

Update: The Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone has now dropped even lower at Amazon to $239 shipped. Regularly $299, this is the second-best price ever – it has only been lower once before today. Details down below/.

While it might not be as flashy as the new Razer Seiren V3 Chroma wrapped in multi-color lighting (here’s our review), folks looking for a more serious pro-grade recording mic can now score the Universal Audio SD-1 Standard Dynamic Microphone down at $249 shipped. Regularly $299, this UA mic is now $50 off the going rate for the lowest price we can find. While we did see it go for less once last fall, this is matching the best otherwise. Universal Audio is a beloved professional recording brand that tapped a legendary mic designer to take the helm on its SD-1 (more details on that right here), offering folks a chance at the UA sound for far less than some of its other options – they can sell for as much $6,000 or more. All of the details are in our launch coverage and we will break it down further after the fold. 

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Tested: The SmartCard with wireless charging is the best Apple Find My wallet tracker out there

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Tested with 9to5ToysReviewsKeySmart
$40

KeySmart, a brand perhaps best known for its Apple Find My key organizers, launched its SmartCard tracker last fall, and I was immediately intrigued. Many of the options in the Apple Find My-equipped, credit card-sized tracker category don’t feature wireless charging, if they even can be recharged at all, but KeySmart’s does. In fact, the brand claims to have the only wireless charging model on the market, as well as the thinnest at just 2mm, and it’s time to see if it’s worth the price of entry (spoiler alert, it very much is). My hands-on impressions are waiting down below. 

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Fallout 3 and New Vegas FREE for Prime members, ‘next-gen’ Fallout 4 update is here

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We have some fun news and updates for Vault Dwellers today. While the Fallout series might have had some hiccups over the last few years with the rough launch of Fallout 76, the IP is seeing a major resurgence on the back of the impressive debut of the live action Prime Video series. And along with it, Amazon is giving its Prime members a chance to play some of the best games in the long-running franchise for FREE just as Bethesda’s readies the long-awaited update to Fallout 4. Hit the jump for more details. 

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Nintendo brings Mario’s Wrecking Crew ’98, SUPER R-TYPE, more to Switch Online today

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Just after Amazon launched its latest Switch game sale with 33% off a range of top-tier, first-party titles, Nintendo has taken to its official X (Twitter) account and YouTube channel to announce the Switch Online April updates. This time around the updates are landing for base tier members, with three new classics for the SNES game library in the form of some truly retro Mario hammer-swinging, Amazing Hebereke, and some sci-fi shooter action. Head below for more details. 

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Apple users are being locked out of their Apple IDs with no explanation
It’s okay to admit that you’re wrong sometimes, Apple
Apple has reportedly resumed negotiations with OpenAI to power AI features in iOS 18
How to instantly remove the background from any image on iOS
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting even bigger, but is that a good thing?
9to5Mac Daily: April 26, 2024 – The latest on the possible US TikTok ban
Hands-on: Multi-cam home studio – powered by a MacBook Pro and Thunderbolt
Review: The iPhone 15 Pro is the best pitch to switch from Android – it’s just not for me
elago brings Game Boy Advance SP vibes to its newest MagSafe charging stand
The ‘next-generation’ of CarPlay is launching this year; here’s everything we know

Bring the virtual links home with new 8-game Arcade1Up Golden Tee cabinet, pre-order now

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Apps GamesBest BuyNewsArcade1Up

Following the debut of its new Marvel Vs Capcom 2 cabinet in celebration of the launch of the new (or continuation of) the X-Men animated series, Arcade1Up is now readying gamers to hit the virtual links with the new deluxe treatment on its Golden Tee 3D 35th Anniversary Arcade Machine. The deluxe model features a new larger 19-inch display as well as a fresh streamlined design of the cabinet, and it is now up for pre-order at Best Buy. Head below for more details. 

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Shure upgrades its already fantastic podcast mic with the new MV7+ USB-C/XLR model

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mac accessoriesNewsShure
Buy now $279

Shure makes some of the best microphones out there, many of which like the latest SM7 and the popular MV7 USB model appear on screen in the most popular podcasts on the internet. The MV7 models are some of our favorites and the brand has now launched the new next-generation model known as the MV7+ Podcast Microphone. Now available for purchase at $30 more than the previous generation model, be sure to head below to learn more about the enhancements on the new Shure MV7+. 

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ZAGG’s new felt Desk Mat adorns your work surface with built-in magnetic charging at $50

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Smartphone AccessoriesNewsZagg
Buy now $50

We featured a few wireless charging-equipped desk mats around here, the most notable of which is probably the Journey ALTI model that comes in various sizes and a couple colors, but ZAGG has a new option on the market that sells for even less. The new ZAGG Desk Mat with wireless charging is very much what it sounds like, pulling from some of the design sensibilities of its 4-in-1 charging mat (currently on sale at $60 off), and expanding it out into a full-size desk mat for your work surface with a built-in wireless charging pad. Now available for purchase at Amazon for $49.99, you can get a complete breakdown of what it can bring to the table down below. 

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New Amazon lows land on RESPAWN’s 3085 Gaming Chair from $121.50 (Reg. $180), more

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Alongside this week’s $50 price drops on Razer’s high-end gaming chairs, we are now tracking some deals on more affordable RESPAWN options over at Amazon. First up, you can score the RESPAWN 3085 Gaming Chair from $121.49 shipped in black/white and black/purple, with the stealthy all-black model down at $134.99 shipped. Regularly $180, this is up to 33% in savings and the lowest price we can find. Also among some of the lowest we have tracked on these models ever, both the white and all-black variants are now at the best price we have tracked on Amazon. Head below for some details on the feature set and additional deals. 

Roku debuts its ‘best TVs ever’ with new 120Hz Pro Series lineup, 2nd Gen voice remote, more

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NewsHome TheaterRoku

Today Roku is debuting and launching its 2024 lineup of Pro Series smart TVs. Now available for purchase at Best Buy and elsewhere, the latest lineup is looking to deliver some notable higher-end specs than some folks might associate with the brand’s more affordable entry level models. Hit the jump for a closer look at the brand new 2024 Roku Pro Series Smart TV lineup alongside the new Roku Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition). 

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Apple users are being locked out of their Apple IDs with no explanation
It’s okay to admit that you’re wrong sometimes, Apple
Apple has reportedly resumed negotiations with OpenAI to power AI features in iOS 18
How to instantly remove the background from any image on iOS
The iPhone 16 Pro is getting even bigger, but is that a good thing?
9to5Mac Daily: April 26, 2024 – The latest on the possible US TikTok ban
Hands-on: Multi-cam home studio – powered by a MacBook Pro and Thunderbolt
Review: The iPhone 15 Pro is the best pitch to switch from Android – it’s just not for me
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Razer launches new spatial audio BlackShark V2 Pro Xbox/PlayStation headsets, more from $50

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Today, Razer is officially unveiling and releasing its brand new BlackShark V2 gaming headsets for PlayStation and Xbox console gamers. Just after the debut of its new Aether smart monitor light bar with Matter and the “world’s first” Thunderbolt 5 gaming laptop with an 18-inch 4K 200Hz display, the popular PC gaming brand is turning its attention to the console audio space with its latest headsets. While it did introduce the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro set for PC gamers last year (currently $30 off at Amazon), it’s now time for the console folks. All of the details are down below on the now available for purchase headsets. 

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Ubisoft accidentally leaks Star Wars Outlaws release date ahead of today’s story trailer debut

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Update: Pre-orders are now live at Best Buy on the new Star Wars Outlaws ahead of the official August 30 release date. You can play 3 days early with a copy of the Gold Edition and the standard copy comes with The Kessel Runner vehicle bonus pack. 

  • Star Wars Outlaws Standard $70
  • Star Wars Outlaws Gold Edition $100

Today, Ubisoft is priming us for the upcoming release of Star Wars Outlaws with the debut story trailer. While some suggested we might have to wait for the now confirmed Ubisoft Forward summer showcase in June to see more of the game, the official story trailer is to set to premiere on YouTube in about 1-hour’s time instead. And while it did feel like we might actually have to wait on a release date, Ubisoft has now accidentally dished up the summertime slot for launch ahead of time. Head below for more details and to watch today’s Star Wars Outlaws store trailer. 

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Amazon launches Nintendo Switch game sale: Up to 33% off Mario, Kirby, Zelda, Splatoon, more

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33% off $40

Joining this morning’s collection of console game deals, Amazon has now launched a new Nintendo Switch game sale featuring many of the best first-party titles. While you won’t find some of the newest releases in there, like Super Mario Bros. Wonder (here’s our full review of this one), Super Mario RPG, or the new Princess Peach game, there is plenty of Mario, Kirby, Zelda, and Splatoon up for grabs. A notable chance to shore up your first-party Switch game library, titles like Kirby and the Forgotten Land, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Splatoon 3 are all now 33% off the going rate. Check out all of the best deals from the sale event down below. 

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Android game and app deals: Don’t Starve titles, LEGO Bricktales, Kenshō, more

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Your Monday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready down below. Alongside the Google Play deals, we are also tracking offers on Lenovo’s IdeaPad Flex 5i Chromebook Plus, Samsung’s higher-end Bespoke Galaxy Watch 6 styles, Google’s official Pixel Fold cases, and Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S8+, but for now we are focused on the apps. Highlights include titles like Don’t Starve: Pocket Edition, Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked, LEGO Bricktales, Kensho, LIMBO, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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Tested: Hands-on with Harber London’s business-meets-EDC tech carrier for MacBook, iPad, and more

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Today we are taking a closer look at the new Harber London Rugged MacBook Briefcase. This one entered the brand’s sizable collection of Apple gear accessories and bags back in February as its latest premium, all-in-one, business-meets-EDC tech carrier. It, like all Harber London gear, costs a pretty penny, and now we are ready to see if the handmade, premium materials, and fine craftsmanship match the price tag. Head below for our hands-on review of the new Harber London Rugged MacBook Briefcase as part of our ongoing Tested with 9to5toys series. 

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8Bitdo’s NES/Famicom-style Mechanical Keyboard and Super Buttons starts from $80

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Reg. $110 From $80

Update: Woot’s deal on the Famicom version is live once again to match the lowest price we have tracked yet at $79.99 Prime shipped. Just be sure to also check out 8BitDo’s new wonderfully retro C64 keyboard with Super Buttons and Super Stick.

Amazon is now offering its best price yet on the NES version of the 8Bitdo Retro Mechanical Keyboard down at $89.99 shipped. Regularly $100, this throwback-style mechanical keyboard is now at the lowest price we can find. While you can still score the Famicom version over at Woot for $79.99 Prime shipped, those looking for the vintage NES vibes will want to opt for the Amazon listing here. Outside of the color treatment, both models are essentially the same, complete with a pair of what 8Bitdo calls Super Buttons – two oversized buttons that look like they were pulled straight from an NES controller and blown up to epic proportions and loaded with customizable mapping tech. More details below. 

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The best metal Apple Watch Ultra bands anywhere just got even better [Exclusive deal]

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While SANDMARC already makes what I consider to be the hands-down best metal Apple Watch bands (steel and titanium) on the market, they are getting even better now.  The brand makes metal bands for Apple Watch Series models and Ultra that look and feel like they were made for a luxury timepiece – my hands-on review has all of the details there – but SANDMARC has now announced that it has conducted months of research to fine tune the perfect Diamond-Like-Carbon (DLC) coating to match the Apple Watch Ultra perfectly – something it claims very few brands have managed to do properly. Head below for more details, to see it for yourself, and for our exclusive discount code. 

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Amazon’s 40-inch 2-Series Smart Fire TV with voice remote back down to $179 low (Reg. $250)

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Update: The deal below we spotted back in March has now returned to deliver all-time low pricing on Amazon’s bedroom, office, or kids’ size display once again. Details are as follows.

Folks looking to bring an affordable, modestly-sized smart TV home for a smaller bedroom or perhaps the kids will want to scope out today’s deal on one of Amazon’s entry-level model. You can now land the Amazon 40-inch 2-Series HD Smart Fire TV down at $178.99 shipped. Carrying a regular price at $250, this model debuted last spring as Amazon’s latest entry-level model alongside the now $120 32-inch model. Today’s deal slightly undercuts the $180 holiday offer from last year to deliver the lowest price we have tracked and a notable chance to land a smaller display without spending a fortune. Head below for details on the specs. 

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CRKD’s new half-demon anti-drift Hellboy Nitro Deck Switch gamepad now up for pre-order

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Hellboy! Pre-order now

Just after unveiling its new NEO S retro-style controller and the brand new Nitro Deck+, both gamepads are now getting the official limited edition Hellboy treatment. The folks over at CRKD are celebrating Hellboy’s 30th Anniversary with a pair of special edition controllers made to “encapsulate the very soul of Mike Mignola’s beloved creation, where darkness and heroism collide in a timeless struggle for the fate of humanity!” Now available for pre-order directly from CRKD, head below for a closer look at the new Hellboy Nitro Deck and NEO S controllers. 

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Android game and app deals: Endling, Aporkalypse, Titan Quest, OK Golf, more

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Your Thursday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready down below. On your way down to scope those out, check out the deals we have on Google Pixel Buds Pro, the latest Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Headphones, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5, and these rare offers on Arc’s minimalist S23 Ultra aluminum bumper cases, As for the apps, highlights include titles like Endling, Aporkalypse, Titan Quest, OK Golf, SkySafari 7 Pro, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

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Razer officially launches ‘world’s first’ Thunderbolt 5 gaming laptop with 18-inch 4K 200Hz display

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After unveiling the “world’s first” 240Hz OLED and 4K display tech on its new Blade gaming laptops earlier this year at CES 2024, Razer is upping the ante again. Described as “the most powerful Blade ever,” today Razer is officially taking the wraps off its new Razer Blade 18 gaming laptop. The “pinnacle of high-performance gaming laptops” builds upon the success of its “award-winning” Blade 16 and 14 models that debuted earlier this year, setting what Razer calls a “new benchmark for gaming and creative work with its unrivaled desktop-grade performance.” You can give it a closer look down below. 

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Extend your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate by 3 months starting from $31 today (Reg. $45+)

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Reg. $45+ From $31

Today we are tracking some notable and relatively rare deals on 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions (or extensions). Newegg is now offering the subscription down at $40.99 with free digital deliver using code SSDRA43 at checkout for today only. And Target has the same subscription selling for $39.99. However, CDKeys – a trusted online digital dealer we have featured around here many times – it also offering the same 3-months for $30.69 with free digital delivery, which is easily the best deals floating around right now. While we have seen them drop lower in the past, they don’t often dip below $30 these days. Regularly listed at $50 via some retailers, 3-month subs are almost always available for $45 via Amazon. More details below. 

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Today’s best game deals: Prince of Persia The Lost Crown $30, Contra Collection $4, more

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40% off $30

Amazon is once again offer Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 down at $29.99 shipped. Also matched at Best Buy. Regularly $50, this is 40% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. Today’s deal also delivers a match of the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon since its release last summer. You’re looking at Ubisoft’s revival and reimagining of the original retro Prince of Persia titles, just with a more of a focus on flashy combat than the wildly difficult puzzle platforming of yesteryear. Set in a “Persian-inspired world filled with larger-than-life landmarks,” players will discover an orignal new storyline “find hidden treasures, and complete quests to learn more about this corrupted place.” Head below for the rest of today’s best console game deals. 

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