Justin Kahn

We spent some time over this past weekend discussing the iPhone 16 case options out there – specifically the difference between models with a cutout or the rare few with a proper Camera Control button. And the official Spigen Amazon storefront has now released the new Ultra Hybrid T MagFit iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max case in two colors: Frost Black and Graphite. Both models carry a regularly $30 list price on Amazon and are seeing a light launch deal bringing the price down to $28.49 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. 

There is one major distinction in the iPhone case market this year for the launch of Apple’s series 16 handsets, Camera Control. With the introduction of the new multi-gesture Camera Control button, case makers couldn’t simply just resize last year’s models in order to get their covers up for sale as fast as possible, they also had to decide how they were going to handle the extra functionality and hardware changes this new camera button ushered in. 

Amazon is now offering the very first price drops on the official Apple iPhone 16 Cases with MagSafe. This includes the new Silicone models and the Clear Cases in various colors for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The regularly $49 cases are now marked down to $41.99 shipped via the official Apple Amazon storefront to deliver the lowest prices we can find anywhere and, frankly, surprising discounts just days after pre-orders went live for the new iPhone 16 models. While the 14% price drops here aren’t huge, any bit of savings counts and we are talking about one of only a handful of case models out there with proper Camera Control buttons. 

Let’s talk about how to get a deal on Apple Watch Series 10. Now officially revealed and up for pre-order, the new Apple Watch Series 10 with a new design – the first since 2021, thinner case, larger screen, and new watch faces. But let’s go over how to score one without paying full price. As we detailed in our pre-order post, folks with Amazon or Best Buy store credit/gift cards can now leverage it against one of the shiny new Apple Watch models, but Best Buy is now stepping in with elevated trade-in values that can net you the new Series 10 starting at just $99. Head below for more details. 

Anker has been on a roll lately with its new Prime Power Stations followed by some of its new releases at IFA this year, but we just spotted one of its latest new gadgets for iPhone 16. The new Anker MagGo USB-C Adapter delivers microSD card reading functionality to iPhone 16 (and previous models) by way of a small MagSafe puck of sorts and a tight, integrated wrap-around USB-C cable. Now available on Amazon with a nice launch deal when paired with any of the accessories on this page, get a closer look below at the new iPhone 16 microSD card reader gadget. 

Welcome to our roundup of all the best iPhone 16 case deals now live for pre-order day. We have featured a number of these options elsewhere over the last few days, but we thought with millions of folks placing pre-orders on their shiny new iPhone 16 today it would be handy to have all of our favorites ready and waiting in one handy place for you. There is likely to be more to come in the coming days and into next week, but there are some fantastic options up for grabs right now, and some of them are scheduled to end this evening. Jump in to our collection of the best iPhone 16 case deals down below and be sure to swing back around later as we update with additional discounts.

Your Friday afternoon edition of the best Android price drops courtesy of the Google Play Store are now ready to go. The wide-ranging Samsung Discover fall sale will be wrapping up soon, so be sure to check out the best post-release deals on the new Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Watch Ultra alongside today’s offers on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 tablets, this new low on OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro, and the 50% price drop on the Google Nest Audio Smart Speakers. But for now we are turning our attention over to the apps, including titles like Slayaway Camp, MEGA MAN X DiVE, Traffix, freebie icon packs, and more. Head below for a closer look. 

The new Native Union iPhone 16 cases and accessories are now available for purchase just in-time for pre-order day. The brand is once again delivering its eco-conscious and recycled (RE)CLASSIC 3.0 alongside the ACTIVE model that “combines extra-durable drop protection with elevated materials” and the (RE)CLEAR model for folks that want to let that Teal or Desert Titanium shine through. All of these models are joined by the new Native Union City Grip lanyard wrist strap and are now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look and more details on our favorites. 

Sony has now launched its latest PlayStation weekend sale. Just after the full official reveal of PlayStation 5 Pro earlier this week, it is giving its player base a chance to load up on discounted DLC and some smaller indie titles to enjoy before the beefy pro machine lands in November. There are nearly 250 titles and add-on packs marked down right now including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection on PS4 and PS5 down at $14.99. Regularly $40 on the PlayStation Store, this 13-game collection typically sells for $30 on Amazon and you can score a physical copy there down at $19.93 Prime shipped. But unless you want the box for your shelf, you can start downloading all of these classic Turtles games right now for even less via PSN. 

While you can still score a pre-order on the new Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition with the bonus Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack at $209.99 ($40 in savings), Amazon just dropped the standard edition Turquoise model down at $169.99 shipped. Regularly $200, this is a solid 15% price drop and a relatively rare one at that. Deals on Switch Lite don’t come around all that often, but when they do, they also don’t tend to stick around for very often. If you’re looking to nab a spare or one to keep the kids away from the main system, now’s your shot. 

Some folks are die-hard AirPods Max fans, but Apple just unleashed the new set with USB-C charging and brand new color options. They unfortunately come with the same $549 MSRP as the original sets, but you can leverage the pair you already have to bring the price down if you’re looking to upgrade the newer models. We totally understand that just about everyone was hoping for a more significant upgrade on AirPods Max this year, but if you are looking to upgrade, you can leverage the set you have now to score $130 off your pre-order of the new AirPods Max USB-C before they ship on September 20. Head below to find out more. 

The new Apple Watch Series 10 and the new black Ultra 2 are now available for pre-order with the first units set to arrive on wrists everywhere very soon. Now seems a fitting time to go over some of our favorite new bands. Even though the new 42mm and 46mm models are compatible with the massive selection of bands already out there for Series 8 and 9, Apple has released a collection of new color options for its designs and we have featured a number of new releases from some of the top brands in the business this year already, alongside the new black titanium models to link up nicely with Apple’s stealthy new Ultra 2. Head below for our favorite Apple Watch bands for the new Seires 10 and Ultra 2.

Another one of the staple iPhone case brands is now ready to serve up its loyal fan base as the new OtterBox iPhone 16 collection is now live and ready to go. OtterBox is one of the original iPhone case makers but it has since expanded its lineup to range from the ultra-protective cases it in many ways cut its teeth on right through to some of the more fun, colorful models and even casual plant-leather daily drivers to safeguard your device from bumps and bruises. The whole lineup is now live for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Head below for more details and a closer look at some of our favorites. 

Today only, as part of the ongoing fall Discover Samsung sale, you’ll find up to $700 in savings on the latest The Frame smart TVs alongside solid offers on the still more than capable previous-generation versions. Much like last time, the headliner option here is the latest 75-inch LS03D 4K The Frame QLED Smart TV down at $2,299.99 shipped directly from Samsung. You will also find this model matched at Amazon where it is now sitting within few bucks of its all-time low price. Regularly $3,000, you’re looking at a straight up $700 in savings and the lowest we can find. And remember, while both retailers allow you to configure the Frame with an add-on bezel in your color choice at an extra fee, it is not necessary. 

Now just a couple weeks away from launch, we have spotted a new official The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom overview trailer debuting on the official Nintendo YouTube channel. While it hasn’t hit the US channel yet (it will very soon), the UK side of things is getting another early look at Zelda’s new adventure. Today’s overview trailer comes on the heels of the story details and Traversing Hyrule footage we featured at the end of August and will likely be the last good look at the game before it the launch trailer hits somewhere near the September 26 release date. Check it out below. 

While all eyes are on the more mobile and wearable gear Apple debuted at yesterday’s Glowtime event – the new Apple Watch Series 10, black Apple Watch Ultra 2, AirPods 4, and more all now available for pre-order, the deals on the latest M3 MacBook Air are continuing today. We are still tracking one of the lowest prices ever on a 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM, but today we spotted some deals for folks looking to land some extra real-state with the 15-inch variant. Amazon has now brought back its $250 price drop on the 16GB/512GB model at $1,449 shipped to match the lowest we have tracked. But we do have another option to land a 15-incher with 16GB RAM for even less below. 

We cover the new Peak Design iPhone cases every year for a couple reasons. The first of which is the somewhat unique nylon canvas fabric shell, and the second, the brand’s proprietary SlimLink locking system. You’ll find more details on both down below, alongside the rest of the highlight features on the Peak Design Everyday case for all four iPhone 16 models that are now available for purchase in all of the new colors the brand introduced last year. But it is, for the first time ever also introducing three new Clarino vegan leather designs too. Check it out after the jump.

Just as the new Qi2 standard with 15W charging has really started to take hold across the third-party Apple gear accessory space, Apple took to the virtual stage earlier this week to unleash its new 25W MagSafe Charger. While for some that might not seem like much, what with all of the fancy new AirPods, stealthy black wearables, and desert golden pocket computers dominating the air waves right now, but there are some things to consider here. 

As initially spotted over on 9to5Mac, Apple’s Beats brand is launching its very first cases this year for iPhone 16. This marks its first foray into the iPhone case design space. Now available directly from Apple and its official Amazon storefront in four different color options for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, the new Beats cases are some of the only options on the market outside of the in-house Apple models that feature a proper setup for the new Camera Control button beyond just a cutout. You can get a closer look and more details down below. 

In our continued effort to uncover all of the pre-order and early deals on the new iPhone 16 cases and accessories, one of our favorite brands has landed to keep the ball rolling. Moment is among the best in the business when it comes to iPhoneography-focused gear alongside the likes of SANDMARC, and its new iPhone 16 collection has arrived with some early pre-order deals. The new collection centers around the brand’s Camera Case for iPhone 16 that comes in four colorways for all four models with a similar design we have come to love over the years. Head below for more details on how to score the pre-order offer. 

This morning we featured an extremely notable opportunity to trade in Series 9 for Apple Watch Series 10 to score $300 off your purchase. And now we are turning our attention to AirPods 4. As of right now, Apple isn’t even offering trade-ins for me towards its new AirPods 4 when trying to place a pre-order (and neither is Amazon), but Best Buy is. As of right now, with a set of AirPods 3 in good condition, for example, you can knock $45 off your pre-order of the new 4 series buds yielding prices stating from $84, or the lowest we have seen yet. Head below for the details. 

Every year we feature our favorite leather accessories for the new Apple handset, but Harber London focuses on the sleeve category as opposed to the same old case options and its new gear is ready to go. The brand’s makes my personal favorite iPhone leather sleeves – I absolutely loved the model I reviewed for iPhone 15 – and all of the brand’s mainstays are now ready for purchase to support the new iPhone 16, 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Scope out the visuals and details on our favorite models down below. 

Amazon is now offering Sonic Frontiers on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S down at $19.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. Regularly $40, this is up to 50% off the MSRP, matching the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon, and $10 under the price we have been tracking most recently. Switch gamers can grab a physical copy on sale as well – Amazon has it down at $24.99 Prime shipped, or 38% off to come within few bucks of the all-time low. Frontiers is Sonic’s latest 3D adventure spanning five massive overworld islands, “each with their own unique action-platforming challenges and hidden secrets to uncover.” Players will “discover side quests, solve puzzles, scale enormous structures, go fishing, and encounter a friendly face or two along the way,” alongside the unlockable Cyber Space levels that deliver “signature 3D platforming at Sonic speeds.”

As part of the Discover Samsung Fall sale, you can now score the Galaxy Tab A9+ Android tablet starting down at $169.99 shipped. Amazon has also priced matched here on both the 64GB and 128GB configurations with the silver variant starting at about $0.30 less, but you can only score the Navy colorway straight from Samsung. We did see this super-affordable $220 tablet drop to $150 previously for a couple days and even lower on Prime Day, but today’s offers are otherwise matching the lowest we have tracked. And keep in mind, if you have gear to trade-in at Samsung, you can land up to $170 off your purchase – this can yield a total at just $50 all-in.

Last week Twelve South unleashed what it called the “world’s firs power supply with Apple Find My” with the latest iteration of its PlugBug wall charger. I was already a fan of the now discontinued original PlugBug with its slender, hug-the-wall form-factor, so I was immediately knocking on Twelve South’s (virtual) door to get my hands-on the new Find My model, because Find My is cool and I wish everything I owned had it to be honest. Head below for our hands-in impressions of the new Twelve South PlugBug with Find My in the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys. 

Among the ultra-protective iPhone 16 cases you’ll find out there, UAG is one of our favorites with a special, almost military-inspired look and feel. It has once again brought many of its most popular models back for the new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max with the same military-grade protection, support for the new Camera Control, and the introduction of new “eco-friendly case options consisting of up to 50% recycled materials, increased sustainability in packaging, and all-new 2-way removable privacy eco which is made from 100% RPET.” All of the new models are now available for purchase and we will highlight some of our favorites down below. 

Yesterday SANDMARC unleashed its new black titanium band to match the new stealthy Apple Watch Ultra 2 design, and today we are turning to its wonderful leather iPhone 16 case collection. The brand’s gear has become a staple in my personal setup and a real favorite around the 9to5 offices for a reason…it’s really good. From its wonderful metal bracelet-style Apple Watch bands to both flavors of its leather iPhone cases, and the new series 16 models have arrived. And with an exclusive pre-order deal for our readers no less – use code 9TO5TOYS at checkout to knock 10% off any of the new leather iPhone 16 cases. 

The leather iPhone 16 accessories and cases are coming hard and fast now and another one of our favorites is here. Burton Goods, the maker of fine handcrafted leather accessories for iPhone, Mac, iPad, and more has now debuted its new iPhone 16 collection consisting of new leather cases and a couple classic style MagSafe wallets. Best of all, everything is up for pre-order now with a 15% price drop at check out. All of the details you need are waiting down below. 

Update: PlayStation 5 Pro launches on November 7 at $699.99. Preorders will begin on September 26, 2024.

The PS5 Pro is set to be revealed today. Or at least just about all signs are suggesting as much. Sony announced a Technical Presentation hosted by lead console architect Mark Cerny yesterday before folks spotted a not so discreet title on the unlisted YouTube video for the teaser video that simply read “PS5 Pro.” This could be a terrible joke, something to drum up hype, or a sad mistake on whoever runs PlayStation’s official YouTube channel part, but it probably isn’t and Mr. Cerny is now just hours away from taking the stage to reveal what the new PS5 Pro is truly capable of in today’s special Technical Presentation. 

Today only, as part of its Deals of the Day, Best Buy is now offering a 3-pack of TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Minis with Matter down at $24.99 shipped. A solid option considering this pack usually fetches $50 at Best Buy, but you can score a very similar 3-pack over at Amazon right now for $21.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Both options carry that mini form-factor (the Amazon option is even smaller) as well as official Matter support, but you’re paying less via Amazon at $7.33 per plug. 

Apple’s 2024 Glowtime event ushered in a series of new hardware from the new iPhone 16 with the Camera Control button to the AirPods 4, both with and without noise cancellation, right through to the stealthy new black Apple Watch Ultra 2. And all of it is now available for pre-order. While you can, obviously, get it all straight from Apple with the usual trade-in action at the ready, folks with Amazon and Best Buy credit in the holster, or perhaps some gift card money from all of the notable promotional deals and bundles we have been featuring over the last few months, can also now leverage it to score lower prices on pre-orders there. The AirPods 4, the updated AirPods Max, and the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 in black are ready to go there  as well. 

The new CASETiFY iPhone 16 case collection has arrived. Available for purchase both on Amazon and on the official CASETiFY site where you’ll find the usual massive selection of designs for each of its case silhouettes, Impact, Mirror, Ripple, and Clear, this year the brand is introducing its new upgraded Ultra Bounce Case for iPhone 16. Not only the most protective of the bunch, it also now features a series of modular attachments “such as a novelty carabiner allowing users to wear their new iPhone 16 in multiple ways and positions.”

Okay here you go folks, another one of the very best leather iPhone case makers is here, as Nomad has now put its leather iPhone 16 cases up for pre-order. If you’re going to make a top 5 list of the best leather iPhone 16 cases, Nomad had better be on it, and they better high on the list too if you ask me. This year the brand is bringing back its wonderful Horween leather treatments, both in the standard form-factor as well as its Leather Folio style with the leather case on the inside of the wallet-like fold-over cover. Those options also now sit alongside its Sport and Rugged model as well as the unique Magnetic Leather Back. You’ll find all them now up for sale right here and be sure to head below for some details on each of them along with the preorder pricing. 

The new SANDMARC black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 bands are now live folks! SANDMARC not only makes some of our very favorite leather iPhone cases (the 16 series models are inbound soon), but it also makes what can be described as some of the very best metal Apple Watch bracelets. The titanium models I have reviewed in the past for Apple Watch Ultra 2 are simply incredible…I mean very, very good. And with the new satin black Apple Watch Ultra 2 just getting unveiled at today’s Glowtime event, it is now ready to put its matching black Titanium Edition – Apple Watch Ultra 2 Band up for sale. Plus we have an exclusive deal for 9to5 readers using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. 

Update: Use code 9TO510 at checkout if you don’t see the discount in the cart.

Arc makes some of the best and most unique bumper-style cases and the new iPhone 16 models are now available for purchase. For folks that don’t want to cover up that beautiful iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max but still want something to safeguard the corners while providing some table top protection, the Arc iPhone 16 cases are easily some of the best. Plus, we have an exclusive price drop on pre-orders for 9to5 readers. 

Some of the best iPhone 16 leather cases have arrived as the new MUJJO collection goes live after Apple took the stage to announce its latest smartphones. As any 9to5Toys reader will know, we are big fans of the brand’s full-grain leather iPhone cases – even its leather-alternative Maize case – and this year MUJJO is back once again with new covers just for Apple’s series 16 devices. The European leather returns alongside its more rugged Shield Case and some fresh new colorways that are gracing the collection along with the mainstay brown, black, maroon, and navy. Head below for more details on some of the best leather iPhone 16 cases you’ll find any where at this price range. 

The Alto handmade wooden iPhone 16 cases are now ready for purchase, and we have an exclusive deal for you too. Featuring your choice of locally sourced woods, the Alto Collective case design takes a different approach from your average mass-produced brands out there – everything is handmade and made to order. Straying from your average plastic and silicone body designs, Alto makes use of “beautiful woods sourced locally from FSC certified lumber mills and distributors” that remain “100% compatible with Qi wireless and MagSafe charging.” On top of that, everything is completely customizable, from the wood and colors you choose to the brand’s special form of laser engraving – you can leave the wooden case back natural, or have anything you want engraved right into it. The new wooden iPhone 16 cases are now live on the site along with its custom options (more on this below) and 9to5 readers can score 20% off their purchase using code 9TO5MAC at checkout. 

With the all of the rumors hinting toward a September reveal and the 30th anniversary celebrations officially in full swing, tomorrow’s now official PlayStation 5 Technical Presentation has just got be what we have all been waiting for, doesn’t it? Sony has now taking to the official PlayStation Blog to officially announce a “Technical Presentation,” not a State of Play, not a PlayStation Showcase, but a Mark Cerny-led showcase specifically focused on PS5 tech. You don’t pull the Lead Architect of the PS5 console out of the lab for a random update on a console that’s been out for years do you? Let’s hope not and let’s hope the very first official details on PS5 Pro on the horizon for tomorrow’s show. 

It’s just about Glowtime now folks! But before we all get our first official look at the new iPhone 16 models and whatever else Apple has in-store for us – every detail you need know about today’s event is waiting over at 9to5Mac, of course, let’s scope out today’s best App Store price drops. We have some notable deals live on Apple Watch Ultra 2, the black Magic Mouse, up to $500 off 11-inch 1TB M2 iPad Pro, and a solid discount on the Apple Pencil Pro with Find My. As for the apps, highlights include titles like The Witness, TRUDOGRAD, The White Door, Legend of Keepers, Escape from Crimson Manor, and more. Head below for a closer look at the rest of today’s best iOS game and app deals.

While we did recently feature a very notable deal on the more pricey upgraded 1TB model, Amazon is now offering one of its best prices ever on the 16GB/512GB OnePlus Open foldable down at $1,299.99 shipped. This deal is also available directly from OnePlus. You’re looking at a regularly $1,700 smartphone that is now seeing a straight up $400 cash discount. This is matching the Prime Day offer we spotted back in July on the most affordable OnePlus Open configuration to deliver a deal on par with the best we have tracked since its debuted in 2023. 

The new WaterField iPhone 16 Shinjuku Slingbag has arrived to neatly stow your new Apple handset and other everyday carry items. WaterField is another one of the standout artisan Apple and tech accessory makers out there, from bags and carriers of all sorts to MacBook sleeves and wallets, its gear is handcrafted in San Francisco by a small team of artisans and designers. Known for its use of a combination of natural materials, textiles, and fabrics, much of its collection features a waxed canvas treatment with hits of leather and the new iPhone 16 Shinjuku Sling bag carries that tradition forward. Now available for purchase in various colorways directly from the WaterField site, you can take a closer look down below. 

Yamaha is offering a gigantic price drop on its premium YDX-MORO e-Bike right now via the official site. You’re looking at a regularly high-end $4,799 e-bike that will drop down to $1,919 in the cart – you will only see the discounted price after adding it to your cart. While there are some delivery and pickup limitations here, you can simply input your postal code on the listing page to uncover your options. And considering how deep a deal this is on quite a lauded electric riding experience, it is more than worth bringing to everyone’s attention. There’s no telling how long this might last, but we can find it available for delivery and/or pickup in several locations across the country right now. 

We just spotted the very first deal on Spigen’s new Tintap MagFit+ lockable MagSafe wallet. Coming by way of the brand’s official Amazon storefront, you can score one down at $31.99 in either black or Dune Beige. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $35. Regularly $35, this is a brand new release seeing the very first deal we have tracked since it landed on Amazon less than a month ago. With a few interesting features up its sleeve, head below for more details on what to expect here. 

We have featured some great deals on tablets as of late, including up to $500 off M2 iPad Pro models and a seriously notable promotion on the new OnePlus Pad 2, among many others. But if you’re looking for a relatively new release that won’t break the bank nearly as much, the latest deals on Amazon’s in-house Fire tablets are a great option. You can now score the latest Amazon Fire HD 10 with various color options down at $89.99 shipped. This is a regularly $140 tablet that debuted around this time last year as Amazon’s latest 10-inch model. Now $50 off, this is matching the lowest prices we have tracked all year outside of the short-lived Prime Day deal.