Justin is the Editor-in-Chief at 9to5Toys. For well-over a decade he has covered everything from video games and smart home devices to iPhone and MagSafe accessories, EDC gear, and just about everything in between. A professional audio engineer/producer, he also specializes in home recording, microphones, digital audio, and streaming gear. See something cool out there? Developing the next viral Apple gear accessory? Or just want to talk deals? Contact him directly at justin@9to5mac.com for tips, pitches, and more.
In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Evergrow, Noti:Do, Deemo, Out There Chronicles, Dungeon Rushers, Earth 3D – Amazing Atlas and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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(Update): Both the Mega Man Legacy and Mega Man X Legacy Collections for Nintendo Switch are now up for pre-order at 20% off for Best Buy GCU and Amazon Prime members.
The Mega Man series is one of the most iconic in gaming right up there with the likes of Mario, Yoshi, Samus and others. While Capcom has struggled to carry the Blue Bomber into the current generation of gaming, the Legacy Collections for the original titles are the best ways to hunt down robot masters on the latest hardware. While long time fans of the series certainly appreciate the original main line series, the Mega Man X titles brought the game to Super Nintendo with an array of new abilities, features and updated gameplay mechanics.
And now everyone’s favorite Maverick Hunter is making his way to PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC with the new Mega Man X Legacy Collections.
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Pad & Quill is back at it again today with another full-grain leather accessory. This time around the company has set its sights specifically on travel with its new Classic Leather Passport Holder. Once again, you can expect the company’s usual attention to detail here and a special discount for 9to5 readers.
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Ultimate Ears is well-known these days for its portable Bluetooth speakers and well, consumer level audio gear. But the company also makes in-ear monitors for musicians and audio professionals that are getting a refresh today. The new UE Live in-Ear Monitors feature some notable tech along with the company’s new proprietary driver and cable systems.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have notable price drops on Emoji Camera, Iesabel, Solar Walk, and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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We are pushing five years since the release of Sony’s PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One from Microsoft. After higher-end versions of those machines hit store shelves with the PS4 Pro and Xbox One X, some industry analysts suggested this could be the last console generation. Meaning we were likely to see updated internals or some kind of jump to a completely new style of gaming platform before another traditional console generation hit. While that seemed like an interesting idea, it also seemed like it might be a little too soon for the big players to completely jump ship from the traditional business model and a new report suggests PlayStation 5 is already well underway.
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There are loads of interesting apps out there than combine preset DJ-like techniques with actual music sequencing and composition. One of our favorites in that category, while it certainly leans more towards the pro side of things, is KRFT. But today, we are taking a look at a new product from the folks over at MIXVIBES that is looking to make original music composition even easier and more fun than ever. Question is, will the somewhat suspicious IAP business plan ruin it all?
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Trimaginator, Remote Pad for Mac, Easy Spending – Budget Planner and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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It has been a big week for the folks over at Insomniac Games. Yesterday, the developer announced the official release date for its upcoming project, Marvel’s Spider-Man. And today, it is looking like a Spyro remastered trilogy will be hitting store shelves before long.
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With the release of the new God of War just a couple of weeks out now, Sony’s exclusive 2018 lineup is starting to heat up. One other major title coming to the Sony platform but not Microsoft’s is the new Spider-Man game. Originally shown off at E3 2016, the game is a collaboration between Sony, Marvel Studios and the talented folks at Insomniac Games. Needless to say, while skepticism remains, Spider-Man is certainly one of the most anticipated PS4 exclusives of the year.
Today, we are getting an official release date (it’s coming this year!), details on the collector’s editions, more gameplay information and a brand new trailer.
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April is here, and with it comes new game releases. Last month saw the release of Far Cry 5, Sea of Thieves, Assassin’s Creed Rogue Remastered and much more. This month, we are seeing God of War’s triumphant return as Kratos takes on Norse mythology, the latest Yakuza title makes it stateside, and Nintendo’s cardboard Toy-Con finally come to life.
All that and more in April’s best game releases down below:
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JLab Audio is launching a brand new pair of throw-back style headphones. The new Rewind Wireless Retro harken back to that 80’s look when the Walkman reigned supreme. Although JLab has implemented just about all of the modern amenities we have come to love in headphones these days including wireless connectivity, virtual assistant support and much more, the company still managed to keep them at an impossibly affordable price tag.
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No Man’s Sky is coming to Xbox One within the next few months. The open-world space exploration game took a fair share of criticism at launch, but developer Hello Games is pushing ahead with major new updates and a fresh start this summer on Microsoft’s console.
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In today’s best game deals, Best Buy is offering Overwatch: Game of the Year Edition on Xbox One and PS4 for $29.99. That means GCU members can grab it for just $23.99 with free in-store pickup or free shipping in orders over $35. It currently sells for $30 and up on Amazon.
ICYMI: The Xbox One & PSN Spring Sales now live w/ up to 67% off: Rocket League, Cuphead, MGS, more
Down below you’ll find more console game deals and new products. Your daily iOS/Mac app sales are on the way!
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It has been a big year for Marvel with the incredible success of Black Panther, and now we are getting a new iOS title starring most of the universe’s biggest names. The new Marvel Strike Force released today on iOS and Android alongside the debut launch trailer…
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Arkanoid vs Space Invaders, TripTrap, Cardinal Land, Bloons Supermonkey 2, the entire GO Trilogy, Thimbleweed Park and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Today we are going to be taking a look at some of our favorite options for storing our sample libraries and other files for content creation. No matter what it is we are creating, at some point or other, storage is a must, whether it’s for project assets, backups or archival purposes. While this particular roundup will be focusing mainly on music producers and their sample libraries, many of our suggestions will work with other applications as well.
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Today, ROLI is announcing the availability of the Songmaker Kit. The bundle brings together two of company’s latest multi-touch controllers with the Loop Block and over $400 worth of software along with them. The previous kit offered for a very brief time earlier this year and for a limited time in 2016 sold out so quickly the company decided to give it another run.
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Moog’s legacy in the electronic music and synthesizer world is second to none. The company has been pumping out some of the most amazing instruments on the planet since the 70’s, including one of the world’s first portable synthesizers known as the Minimoog Model D. The pricey icon of yesteryear may have at some time only really been available to big time acts like Nine Inch Nails, Kraftwerk and Dr. Dre (just to name a few), Moog is now bringing a lovingly recreated version of the Model D to iOS for the rest of us.
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Guacamelee’s interesting blend of Mexican folklore, humor and action packed gameplay garnered it critical praise as one of the best indie releases of the year. While that was way back in 2013, a sequel has been in the works for quite some time now. After the debut announcement trailer hit YouTube back in October of last year (see below), we now have an official release window and more details from the game’s appearance at GDC 2018.
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What the Golf? is a new game from Triband studios out of Copenhagen. Set for release later this year, this new indie golf game is really everything but a golf game and looks completely ridiculous in the best way possible.
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We first heard word of Atari’s upcoming new home console in summer 2017 as the company confirmed it was getting back into the hardware business. The nostalgic brand has been largely quiet since its golden age some 40 years ago now, but today we are getting an official name for the new Atari machine as well as an official pre-order window.
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It has been a busy couple of weeks for the folks at Pad & Quill. The company’s handcrafted accessory lineup got some major updates including new all-leather Rolltop backpacks and messenger bags for your MacBook and iPad. Before that, Pad & Quill launched its very first TechFolio to keep all your smaller gadgets and accessories organized. And there’s no reason to stop there.
Today Pad & Quill is launching what might be its nicest looking leather bag yet with the Heritage Leather Duffle.
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Today we are taking a look at KORG Gadget for Mac, and more specifically the sizable Gadget Plug-in Collection that comes with it. The folks at KORG were nice enough to give us a complete license in order to give the full suite of instruments a run for their money inside of Logic Pro X.
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Tweetbot for Twitter on the Mac App Store is now down to $4.99. Originally $20, the popular Twitter app usually fetches closer to $10 these days. Today’s deal is matching the lowest we have tracked for the Mac version. Just last month Twitter announced it was shuttering its desktop app for Mac, leaving Tweetbot as one of the best alternatives out there. Rated 4+ stars from thousands.
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After unveiling its brand new cord and accessory management folio earlier this week, the folks over at Pad & Quill are back with a pair of gorgeous new leather MacBook bags. We are getting two updated form factors here with the new Heritage Rolltop Leather Backpack and the Heritage Satchel Leather Laptop Bag.
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Well I have to admit, I’m a little late to the party when it comes to robot vacuums. My extended family and friends have been adopting them into their homes for a while now, so it’s time I did the same. My personal requirements aren’t overly exhaustive and I wanted to try something that wasn’t too expensive for my first go around. ECOVACS has been making a good name for itself in the space with its affordable products, so the new DEEBOT N79S Robot Vacuum Cleaner seemed like a great candidate.
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Amazon is offering the Sphero BB-9E App-Enabled Droid with Trainer for $79.99 shipped. Also at Best Buy. That’s $20 under the regular $100 price tag at Apple, the lowest Amazon has offered it for and the best we can find. Rated 4+ stars.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Beholder, Anthill, SnapFun Pro, Videoshop Video Editor and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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After early details leaked about the brand new Tomb Raider sequel today, SEGA has a little announcement of its own. After a quick leak this morning, SEGA has now officially announced that a new collection of SEGA classics are coming to current generation hardware with a number of interesting tweaks and enhancements.
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(Update 3/15 10.25am): Square Enix has now officially unveiled Shadow of the Tomb Raider and the debut trailer down below. The full reveal hits on April 27th.
It has been a few years now since we saw the last entry in the now rebooted Tomb Raider franchise. 2015’s Rise of the Tomb Raider was a success for the folks at Square Enix and rumors over the last year or more have pointed at a direct follow-up being in the works. After possible titles for the next game leaked via an unfortunate subway incident, followed by other spotty rumors, we now know Shadow of the Tomb Raider is coming out this year.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on FROST, Leo’s Fortune, Bridge Constructor Portal, Iron Marines,The Witness and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Last we heard from Pad & Quill the company debuted the Heritage Leather iPad Pro 10.5 Case after the world’s first handmade all-leather iPhone X bumper case made an appearance late last year. Today the company is back to expand its accessory lineup with the new TechFolio Cord Organizer.
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The folks over at SteelSeries have been the purveyors of high quality gaming peripherals and more for several years now. Everything from gaming headsets to mice, mechanical keyboards and mouse pads, the company has just about everything you could ever need to spec out your gaming room. And today, SteelSeries is unveiling the next generation Artcis headsets for PS4, and PC…
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Pool Break 3D Billiards, Mini Metro, Agent A, Doom and Destiny and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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While Anker has done a great job in the robotic vacuum space, undercutting Roomba and the like, ECOVACS is another one of those companies offering up the technology at a somewhat more affordable price tag. The company’s DEEBOT products cover all your automated vacuuming and mopping needs starting somewhere in the $250 range, give or take.
Today, ECOVACS is announcing its latest lineup of robotic cleaning devices with the next generation DEEBOT products.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on RedStory Lil Red Riding Hood, Battlevoid: Harbinger, Milkmaid of the Milky Way and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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While it may seem like there are several major retailers vying for our purchase dollars, there is really just one with a bunch of big names constantly on the chase. Amazon and its incredible Prime membership offers a level of value for shoppers that still isn’t matched anywhere else. Not only do the Prime membership perks at Amazon continue to grow every month, but that guaranteed free two-day shipping really can’t be beat.
Retailers like Walmart and Best Buy do have their own member programs with special perks, but the sheer selection of goods and fantastic pricing makes it hard to compete with everyone’s favorite online retail giant. While Target’s REDcard program knocks 5% off every purchase, the national retailer is now introducing free two-day shipping on a massive selection of goods online.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on NodeBeat, Infographics Lab, My Gratitude Journal and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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In today’s best game deals, Newegg is offering PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds on Xbox One for $17.99 using code EMCPSPY65 at checkout. That’s $7+ under the regular price tag and the best we can find.
ICYMI: We still have the Xbox One X 1TB Console wth an extra controller, Destiny 2 and GTA V for $500 ($620 value). And Nintendo Switch with Gray Joy-Con for $280 shipped + 15% off eShop credit.
Down below you’ll find more console game deals and new products. Your daily iOS/Mac app sales are on the way!
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Rumors have been swirling around the internet for quite some time regarding what this year’s entry in the Call of Duty series would look like. Now, publisher Activision has finally announced some early details on Call of Duty: Black Ops 4.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Hatchi – A retro virtual pet, OrasisHD, Epica 2 Pro and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Nintendo’s Super Mario Run for iOS/Android will soon be available for 50% off. In celebration of Mario Day on March 10th, Nintendo is expected to have a number of events and promotions running. One of which will be the full game unlock for Super Mario Run for 50% off.
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While February and March are usually considered to be among the slower months for game releases, it has been a pretty busy 2018 thus far. Monster Hunter World and the Shadow of the Colossus remaster dropped last month and March will be seeing the next entry in the Far Cry series, Microsoft’s new Sea of Thieves IP and a long, lost Assassin’s Creed title get some new life. And don’t forget about the Devil May Cry remaster collection and Kirby Star Allies for Switch.
All that and more in March 2018’s best video game releases below:
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Galaxy of Pen & Paper, 8bitWar: Netherworld, PetMoji and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Rumors and leaks regarding an upcoming PS4 bundle for the new God of War game have been all over the internet for the past month or more. Considering this is supposed to be the franchise’s return to glory, not to mention one of Sony’s most anticipated and beloved first party franchises, a special console bundle seemed imminent.
And to almost no one’s surprise, a little more than a month before the new game hits store shelves, Sony has now officially unveiled the new Limited Edition God of War PS4 Pro Bundle.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some solid price drops on Legacy 2, Fotograf, Halide and more. You’ll find a complete list of today’s absolute best apps curated by hand down below:
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Today, the drum machine experts over at Roland are officially unveiling an updated version of the TR-8. The new TR-8S is designed to continue the company’s tradition of providing music makers and performers with some of the most iconic electronic drum sounds in history.
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