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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.

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Best Back to School Apple deals – M3 MacBook Air $799, iPads from $300, AirPods, more from $23

Apple Back to School deals
Back to School/From $23

The oficial Apple back to school deals were already announced, a yearly tradition for Cupertino at this point. But the “deals” were really more like the usual EDU discounts plus a bonus gift card with purchase – a notable and worthwhile option or some, sure. But the straight up cash savings you can land on Apple back to school deals outside of the official Apple promotion can save you a whole lot more up front, especially considering the gift card can only be used towards future purchases at Apple. This curation of back to school deals focuses on the no strings-attached cash deals you can land right now on the most affordable gear in Apple’s current-generation lineup, alongside some of the more future-proof options from the previous-generation to save even more cash. While some folks have already headed back, there’s still time to land a sweet new piece of Apple gear and the deals are seriously flying right now.

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TCL debuts new 144Hz VRR picture-frame style NXTFRAME smart TVs at just 1.1-inch thick

TCL NXTFRAME TV

While we have seen a number of other TV brands implement software options to mimic the look and feel of owning a Samsung wall art-meets-TV The Frame display, TCL is finally ready to deliver the real thing stateside. Today the value-packed smart TV brand is decidedly taking things up a notch with its first lifestyle television in North America known as the NXTFRAME TV – a “premium product that brings advanced technology and modern style together with customizable artwork to provide a unique experience and value.” Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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Nintendo debuts nearly 6-minute new trailer to for Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom before release

Some new Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom gameplay footage was just released. Nintendo unleashed a slate of super exciting new releases during its summer Direct showcase, from Mario & Luigi: Brothership and Donkey Kong Country Returns to Super Mario Party Jamboree, and Metroid Prime 4, but we are also on the verge of the new Zelda game too. Players are set to explore the lands of Hyrule in a whole new way with a new protagonist no less (Zelda!), and Nintendo just unleashed a new trailer to give adventurers a fresh look at the kingdom in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom ahead of launch next month. 

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Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom pre-order bonuses: FREE acrylic diorama or a fabric poster

Legend of Zelda Echoes of Wisdom pre-order bonuses
Pre-order/FREE

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom pre-order bonuses are starting to go live folks. This summer’s Nintendo Direct was easily one of the most exciting in recent memory and, at least for me, the most exciting showcase of the year in all of gaming. Not only did we catch our first glimpse of the shiny new golden Hyrule Edition Nintendo Switch Lite (pre-orders are still live by the way), but we also got one of the most impressive lineup of first-party Nintendo games in a long while if you ask me – Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Donkey Kong Country Returns, Super Mario Party Jamboree, and perhaps the biggest surprise of them all, an actual look at the fabled Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and that’s just to name a few. While we will have to wait until next year to take control of the “galaxy’s greatest bounty hunter, Samus Aran,” the new Zelda game is right around the corner now and some sweet pre-order bonuses have arrived. 

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UGREEN’s 10-in-1 power station with six AC outlets, USB-C, and a digital display drops to $37.50 (Reg. $50)

UGREEN 10-in-1 PowerCombo Charging Station
Reg. $50/$37.50

The official Baseus Amazon storefront is now offering its 10-in-1 PowerCombo Charging Station for $37.49 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon. This model debuted about a year ago as an all-in-one desktop charging solution that regularly fetches $50. Today’s deal knocks 25% off the total to deliver a whole lot of power prowess for $38, and with an onboard display no less. Hit the jump for a closer look at how this power station can amp up your setup.

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Elevation Lab’s new TagVault Dual Pin Discreet – an AirTag holder for bags, clothes, and more

Elevation Lab TagVault AirTag Dual Pin Discreet
Brand new/From $10

Elevation Lab has long been among our favorite AirTag accessory makers. From its ultra-rugged waterproof TagVault original right through to some of the more recent and specialized releases like the magnetic version and the TagVault Fabric, it makes an Apple item tracker mount/case for just about situation. It more recently released some casual safety pin models, and today we spotted a new model that expands that lineup with the Elevation Lab TagVault AirTag Dual Pin Discreet – an elevated version of the original so you can attach your AirTag to just about anything you could attach a safety pin too. Now available starting at under $10 Prime shipped, the rest of the details are down below. 

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Nintendo Switch Star Wars sale from $5: Skywalker Saga 75% off, Heritage collection $28, more

LEGO Star Wars-The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition
75% off/From $5

As the summer Switch game sale continues, Nintendo has now gathered up a selection of Star Wars titles, both new and old, to add to your digital library at a discount. The deals start from just over $5 and include everything from classics like the Knights of the Old Republic titles to the Star Wars Heritage collection that bundles them together at $27.99 (down from the regularly up to $80 price tag), and even the charming LEGO Star Wars:The Skywalker Saga Deluxe Edition down at $17.49. This one typically sells for $70 in Deluxe form with the seven bonus downloadable content character packs and an exclusive classic Obi-Wan Kenobi playable character, but you can now land it at 75% off the going rate. It features memorable moments from across the galaxy spanning all nine Skywalker saga films, including more than 100 vehicles and the “freedom to seamlessly travel to 23 planets as they play through the saga or explore and discover exciting quests.” Head below for more.

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New Pokémon game officially coming to Switch Online next week

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team

Heads up Switch Online members, Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team is on the way soon. Nintendo has now taken to its official X (Twitter) feed to announce the latest edition to its Expansion Pack lineup just after the debut Zelda Four Swords, Metroid: Zero Mission, Perfect Dark, and the original Super Mario Land. The Red Rescue Team edition of Pokémon Mystery Dungeon will go live for members in exactly one week from today. 

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UGREEN’s new in-flight/vehicle wireless earbuds audio adapter takes off today with a launch deal at $31

UGREEN Bluetooth audio transmitter plane-car-02
Launch deal/$31

Update: You can now land the new UGREEN’s new in-flight/vehicle wireless earbuds audio adapter down at $28.29 Prime shipped after clipping the on-page coupon.

We just spotted a brand new in-flight and car audio adapter for AirPods and other wireless headphones courtesy of the official UGREEN Amazon storefront. These handy little devices have, perhaps, been made popular by way of the Twelve South AirFly lineup, allowing users to hardwire into airplane entertainment systems and then beam the audio directly to their wireless earbuds and headphones. They can be, for many, an invaluable piece of tech for traveling, be it vacation a couple times a year or folks taking frequent business trips, and they also work on the road in the car. UGREEN’s latest take on the product category is now available for purchase with a 15% launch deal of sorts by way of an on-page coupon via Amazon. Head below for more details. 

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Tested: Nomad Tracking Card follow-up – definitely the most useful MagSafe Find My gadget I have

Nomad Find My Tracking Card

Nomad has been on a roll this year with new tech accessory releases, but the most exciting of them, at least for me, is its new Apple Find My Tracking Card. A first for the brand, I had high hopes when I got my hands on one a couple days before the official reveal, and now it’s time to weigh-in after using it everyday for the last month or more. Head below for more details in the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys

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Oakywood’s latest desk gear collection upgrades your office with natural wood elegance

Wood Standing Desk PRO

I have been a big fan of the Oakywood gear for years, as anyone who has read my reviews can attest. Its sustainably-sourced, handmade wooden accessories and desks are simply wonderful and I still use much of it to this day – I have its coasters and desktop trays in front of me right now, and its headphone stand on the shelf behind me. Today, the brand is debuting a slew of new releases all with the same environmentally-focused approach and gorgeous designs made from natural materials. This includes its latest Standing Desk PRO, Standing Desk TOUCH, some new under-desk organization gear, floating shelves, and more. Get a closer look down below. 

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SANDMARC’s new Messenger Pro bag for your entire Apple travel and content-creation kit [Deal]

Exclusive deal/$171

SANDMARC, one of our favorite Apple gear and iPhoneography brands, has now introduced its new MacBook Messenger Pro bag. The brand has always specialized in gear for photographers and filmmakers, but it also happens to make some of the best accessories out there for iPhone users of all sorts. As I have said previously, its leather iPhone cases are a personal favorite of mine (I’m using one right now) and the 100mm Macro Lens I just reviewed is both simply brilliant and incredibly easy to use no matter who you are. But today it is turning its attention to the carrier space, landing alongside its latest iPhoneoprgaphy backpack, to debut its new MacBook Messenger Pro bag. Head below for a closer look and our exclusive deal price. 

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Android game and app price drops: LEGO Bricktales, Towaga, LIMBO, Lichtspeer, more

Reg. $1+/FREE+

This afternoon’s collection of Android app price drops is now up for grabs down below. Just be sure to scope out the ongoing deal we are tracking on Samsung’s new Galaxy Book 4 Edge Copilot+ PC with Snapdragon X Elite alongside the official Google Pixel 8 Pro Cases, Pixel 8a handsets, and Samsung’s latest Galaxy A25 with the 120Hz display and 50MP cam at $250. As for the apps, highlights include titles like LEGO Bricktales, Towaga: Among Shadows, LIMBO, Lichtspeer, Death Road to Canada, Lumino City, and more. Head below for a closer look at today’s best Android price drops. 

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Go play the FREE Visions of Mana demo now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC + in-game bonuses

Visions of Mana FREE demo
Mana series/FREE

The latest entry in the Mana series, Visions of Mana, is set for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S next month. But gamers can now give the anticipated new experience a try early as the Visions of Mana FREE demo is now ready to go across all platforms ahead of the August 29, 2024 release date. Head below for more details and some quick links to the demo. 

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Nintendo summer Switch game sale now live! Mario Tennis, Mario Golf, Kirby, Switch Sports, more up to 50% off

Summer sale/From $14

As you may have seen yesterday, Nintendo launched a notable summer game sale on the eShop loaded with both first- and third-party titles at up to 50% off. Those offers have now carried over to Best Buy with additional titles to help shore up your Switch library for the summer before the major fall releases start to land. Deals include titles like Mario Strikers: Battle League, Mario Golf: Super Rush, Mario Tennis Aces, Kirby tiles, Nintendo Switch Sports, and more with deals starting from $14 at Best Buy alongside some smaller indie titles from $3 on the eShop. You’ll find some highlights below:

Head below for the rest of today’s best game deals and the ongoing PlayStation Summer sale offers. 

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Massive PlayStation Summer sale now live! Over 4,700 PS5 games, PS VR2 $200 off, more

PlayStation deals-summer sale-PSVR2-PS5 games
Now live!/$200 off

The official PlayStation Summer sale is now in full swing with some particularly notable deals on both hardware and software. We were quick out of the gate to highlight the most notable offers over the weekend, but you’ll find all of the best PlayStation deals on tap right now in this feature post. While the annual Days of Play sale tends to offer up the biggest and best PlayStation deals at one time, the summer event is stepping in to (for the most part) serve up deals that are either just as good or, in some cases, far better. Those include the best price ever on PlayStation VR2 alongside solid price drops on PlayStation 5 consoles, accessories for them, and a host of first- and third-party PS5 games. All of the best PlayStation deals on tap right now are waiting below. 

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New Nintendo eShop Switch game sale from $3: Mario, Kirby, Monster Hunter, more up to 50% off

50% off/From $3

Nintendo has now launched a notable Play Together Sale on the eShop. As you can see right here (and on your Switch next time you boot up the eShop), it is now offering a wide-ranging selection of both first- and third-party titles at up to 50% off. You’ll find a series of titles you can enjoy with friends online including Nintendo Switch Sports, Mario Golf: Super Rush, Monster Hunter Rise Deluxe Edition, Disney Illusion Island, Kirby’s Dream Buffet, Mario Tennis Aces, Mario Strikers: Battle League, Kirby Fighters 2, and more. The deals kick at just over $3 and you’ll find some highlights and more details down below. 

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Exclusive 30-day FREE trial to Setapp for 9to5 readers: Over 250 Mac apps – AI assistants, CleanMyMac, Ulysses, more

graphical user interface, application
Exclusive/30-days FREE

Today we are hooking 9to5 readers up with an exclusive extended offer for Setapp – a collection of 250 apps for your Mac ranging from Ulysses and CleanMyMac X, to the Unclutter organization suite, Be Focused to-do lists, a series of AI assistants, and a whole lot more. It brings together thousands of dollars worth of apps into a single subscription that can save you fortune. While it does cost $9.99 per month to access the over 250 apps, a free trial is a great way to see it’s worth it for you and you can always just cancel it thereafter if it’s not. While Setapp offers anyone 7 days to try it all out for FREE, using our exclusive promotion code and link will net you 30 days to give it a try. Head below for more details. 

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Sony just debuted the official new Astro Bot DualSense Controller with glowing blue eyes on the touchpad

New Astro Bot DualSense wireless controller

Update: The new Astro Bot controller is now up for pre-order directly from PlayStation and at Game Stop for Pro members

Just after the new Concord special edition pre-orders went live, Sony has now taken to the official PlayStation Blog to give us our very first look at the new Astro Bot Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller. With pre-orders set to go live early next month directly from Sony and select retailers, be sure to head below for more details and a closer look at the new custom gamepad for PlayStation’s adorable robot mascot. 

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Amazon knocks $200 off all 15-inch M3 MacBook Airs with deals from $1,099, more from $799

Apple 15-inch M3 MacBook Air
$200 off/From $1,099

Update: Amazon is now matching the Best Buy Back to School sale to bring back its all-time low pricing on Apple’s M2 MacBook Air starting from $799 shipped. Regularly $999 these days, this is $200 off and matching the best we have tracked at Amazon. 

While we spotted some notable deals on the previous-generation M2 MacBook Air and the entry-level M3 model for paid Best Buy members this morning at the all-time low, Amazon has now taken just about every 15-inch model back down to some of the lowest prices we have tracked with a solid $200 in savings now live across a range of configurations starting with the 8GB model back down at the $1,099 low or ranging up to the 16GB variant with the 512GB SSD at $1,499 (within $10 of the Amazon low on select colors). Head below to scope out the options in detail. 

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Today’s best iOS app price drops: Legend of Mana, loads of Final Fantasy titles, Actraiser, more

Reg. $1+/FREE+

Welcome to your personal App Store deal tracker, featuring the best handpicked price drops on iOS games and apps each and every work day. Our App Store deals are joined by the M2 MacBook Air starting from the $799 low alongside Apple’s 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro at $500 off, and the 1TB 11-inch M4 iPad Pro in Space Black at nearly $150 off, plus everything else you’ll find right here. As for the apps, we have a sizable collection of Final Fantasy classics on sale alongside the legendary Mana series, Actraiser Renaissance, Teslagrad, and PARANORMASIGHT, and more. Head below for today’s best iOS price drops. 

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Best Buy Back to School sale now live: M2 MacBook Air from $799, smart speakers $18, TVs under $400, more

Back to School/Now live

Best Buy is continuing its run of notable summer sales with the launch of this week’s Back to School event. While for some the summer is still in full swing, it’s certainly not too soon to score a deal on some gear to ready you, the kids, or otherwise for next semester. The retailer has now launched another wide-ranging event across loads of product categories, but, perhaps even more so than previous sales, is squarely focusing in on tech. You will find some dorm-ready kitchen and home goods, but the real highlights at first glance are on the Apple gear, Samsung tablets, speakers, and smart TVs. Head below for a closer look at this year’s early Best Buy Back to School sale. 

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Today’s best game deals: Octopath Traveler II up to 50% off, Ghosts ‘n Goblins $10, more

Reg. $40+/$30

Best Buy is now offering Octopath Traveler II on Nintendo Switch for $29.99 with free shipping for My Best Buy members (free to sign up here). Regularly $60 and currently out of stock for Nintendo Switch on Amazon, this is up to 50% off and the lowest price we can find. It has more recently been selling for $40 at most retailers, and you can now land a copy at one of the lowest prices we have ever tracked. You’ll also find this one down at the same $29.99 Prime shipped via Amazon for PS5. Octopath Traveler II is a love letter of sorts to classic RPGs from the 8- and 16-bit eras. The story takes place in Solistia where gamers can take on the role of “one of eight new travelers, each with their own origins, motivations, and unique skills.” Alongside the mix of retro pixel art and 3DCG, you’ll also find a blend of new and old gameplay mechanics by way of the job and skill systems – “each traveler has a unique set of Path Actions they can use to battle townspeople, obtain items, take others along in their travels, and more.” Head below for more. 

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elago’s new AW5 case wraps your Samsung Galaxy Buds 3/Pro in glorious Game Boy goodness at $14.50

elago AW5 Game Boy case for Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro-01
Game Boy/$14.50

We love the fun and playful elago AirPods cases, from ice cream and avocado designs to classic cassettes, Mac-inspired covers and, arguably, the most popular of them all, the Game Boy model. They clearly aren’t for everyone, but when it comes to folks that can appreciate this sort of whimsical approach to tech accessories, elago is one of the best. It has recently issued its AW5 Game Boy case for Samsung’s brand new Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro earbuds and you can already score a nice little launch deal on it. 

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Moment Summer sale live at up to 50% off: Tele T-Series iPhone lens, leather cases, more from $15

Annual Moment Summer sale
50% off/$15

After featuring its big Warehouse clearance sale last month, the annual Moment Summer sale has now arrived. The brand delivers some of our favorite iPhone lens attachments as well as iPhone cases and leather AirPods Pro covers, alongside a host of other accessories including bags and totes, but that’s just for starters. Now offering as much as 50% off the going rates, you’ll find both the older M-Series and newer T-Series smartphone lens attachments on sale to upgrade your photography game this summer as well as a host of deals on the aforementioned accessories. All of the offers are waiting right here, but you’ll find some top picks highlighted below as well. 

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New official LE Concord DualSense Wireless Controller brings the sci-fi vibes, pre-order now

Concord Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller

Just ahead of next month’s official debut of Concord and its PvP battles on PS5, the new official limited edition DualSense Wireless Controller has arrived. Sony says the design “showcases the colourfully vibrant nature of this new and spectacular sci-fi” experience with pre-orders now live roughly one month before the game itself goes prime time. 

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Prime Day pricing still live on Apple’s 24-inch M3 iMac starting from $1,149 (Reg. $1,299)

M3 iMac
Reg. $1,299/$1,149

Update: The Prime Dy pricing is still live on most colorways of Apple’s latest 24-inch M3 iMac.

Amazon is now offering Apple’s latest 24-inch M3 iMac down down at $1,149 shipped after you clip the on-page coupon on all four colorways of the base 256GB model. Still up at the full $1,299 via Best Buy and currently marked down to $1,199 via B&H, Amazon is now offering nearly $150 off the latest Apple all-in-one desktop machine. This deals lands on par with our Memorial Day mention and the price drop before that, coming within $1 of the best price we have tracked in 2024. You will find the 10-core models seeing the same $150 price drop right now as well, alongside select colorways of the 10-core 512GB variants from $1,449. Head below for more details. 

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Troubadour debuts new waterproof MacBook Tote bag made from recycled plastic bottles

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Troubadour, a brand that falls under the same fold as the beloved MUJJO, is introducing its new Apex Everyday Tote MacBook and laptop bag today. The brand is best known for its range of tech and everyday carriers, from backpacks and crossbody slings, to Messenger bags, duffles, and more, for the office, running errands, overnight trips, and weekends away. Delivering modern design sensibilities with a touch of luxury that lands with mid-range prices somewhere between the lower-end options and the luxury solutions, the new MacBook Tote is the latest addition to the brand’s Apex lineup and it’s now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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CASETiFY teams up with Marvel on new Deadpool and Wolverine Apple gear collection

Deadpool and Wolverine iPhone cases-iPad AirPods

Update: The official CASETiFY Deadpool and Wolverine collection is now live and available for purchase.

It’s been a little while since we touched down with CASETiFY’s growing lineup of official crossover Apple gear collections, but with the new Deadpool x Wolverine lineup set to touchdown soon, it’s about time we did. The Merc with the Mouth is about to take center stage with (just about) everyone’s favorite X-Men, and CASETiFY is set to launch a new collection of iPhone cases, MagSafe chargers, Apple Watch bands, AirPod cases, MacBook covers, and more in collaboration with Marvel to celebrate. Head below or a closer look. 

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Burton Goods debuts new full-grain leather cuff Apple Watch Bands, exclusively 25% off for 9to5 readers

Burton Goods leather Apple Watch bands-cuff
Exclusive/25% off

Burton Goods makes some of the best leather Apple Watch bands out there. They are easily in our top 5 you can buy anywhere, if not higher, and the lineup is growing today with two new cuff models. On top of that, we have secured 9to5 readers a special exclusive discount that will knock 25% off your order using code 95AW25 at checkout. This code will yield the lowest possible price you’ll find anywhere and you can learn about the new Burton Goods Logan Leather Cuff and Leather Cuff For Apple Watch Ultra down below. 

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Xbox just announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is landing on Game Pass tomorrow

Call of Duty Modern Warfare III will land on Game Pass

We all know Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is set to take center stage this fall on October 25 – check out the latest gameplay showcase here, but the official Xbox Wire just announced that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is coming to Game Pass on July 24, that’s tomorrow. To get gamers ready for the latest installment in the series, Xbox has now announced COD MW3 will be making its way to Game Pass for Console, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Ultimate in less than 24 hours time. 

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Bring home the gold with Nomad’s new red, white, and blue Olympics Apple Watch Sport Band

Nomad limited edition Apple Watch-2024 Summer Games-band-hero

Nomad is back again today with a new limited edition Apple Watch band release, this time in celebration of the 2024 Summer Games. It has been a busy few months over at Nomad, first with the release of its wonderful Find My wallet tracker card with MagSafe charging, then its brand new leather passport holder, followed by the limited edition “Blurple” Watch band, and more recently, its wall adapter with an integrated Apple Watch charger. But it’s summer releases clearly aren’t done yet. The brand its now ready to unleash its patriotic Apple Watch Sport Band, clad in red, white, and blue striping designed in honor of athletes across the world. Now available for purchase, you can get a closer look and more details down below. 

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ESR debuts new bi-fold wallet with built-in Find My and early bird pricing from $38 (Selling out quick)

Geo Wallet with built-in Find My action
Reg. $55/From $38

ESR is an affordable tech accessory brand we have been featuring around here for years. It delivers everything from Qi2 MagSafe chargers to iPhone car mounts and just about everything in-between at prices that tend to undercut just about everyone out there. Well today, it is taking its latest creation to Kickstarter to serve up some early bird deals on the new Geo Wallet with built-in Find My action. Pricing kicks off from just $38 for folks that opt in early (but you better act quick, as units are selling out fast) with delivery scheduled for September of this year. Head below for more details. 

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Apple’s previous M2 iPad Pro models now up to $900 off for today only starting from $699

Best Buy M2 11-inch iPad Pro
$900 off/From $699

Today only, as part of its Deals of the Day, and now running alongside its Great Summer Sale, Best Buy is offering folks who just don’t need the M4 models some massive price drops on the previous-generation iPad Pro models. While we are tracking some solid deals on the more affordable configurations right now (you’ll find those down below as well), it is also stepping in with up to $900 in savings on the 1TB and 2TB models both with and without the cellular connectivity for today only. 

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Tested: SANDMARC’s 100mm iPhone Macro Lens takes pics so close-up and detailed, folks won’t believe you took them

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After getting a chance to test out the SANDMARC Telephoto zoom lens for capturing distant images recently, it’s now time to bring it up close and personal with its 100mm iPhone Macro Lens. I had a blast with the zoom lens and came away very impressed, and, maybe it’s just me, but I’m having even more fun with the Macro model. Head below for my hands-on impressions of the 100mm iPhone Macro Lens and an exclusive deal in the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys.

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Eve’s new smart Weather Station with Matter sees first deal down at $60 (Reg. $80)

Eve Weather Station with Matter
25% off/$60

Eve, one of our favorite HomeKit-ready smart home brands, just debuted its new Matter-equipped smart Weather Station and we are now tracking the first chance to save. The new Matter model debuted last Thursday at $80 what essentially the same wonderful design and tech as the previous, and still viable on HomeKit model, just with official Matter support in two. Regularly $80, you can score on for $60.29 shipped, or 25% off the MSRP to deliver the very first chance to save on the Matter edition. Just remember, folks who already have the HomeKit model are eligible for a FREE Matter firmware upgrade

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Tested: Shooting Apple ProRes straight from iPhone 15 to Lexar’s new ARMOR 700 Portable SSD

Lexar ARMOR 700 iPhone 15 Apple Pro-Res Portable SSD-hero

The new Lexar ARMOR 700 is the latest in the brand’s lineup of USB 3.2 Gen 2×2-compatible, USB-C portable SSDs. It lands with a focus on content-creators, wrapped inside of a rugged shell and speeds rated up to 2,000MB/s. We were lucky enough to give the drive a go for the last couple weeks and you’ll find our hands-on impressions of the Apple ProRes-ready solution down below as part of the latest in our Tested with 9to5Toys series

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Does Nintendo’s brand new dual Joy-Con charger hint at rumored magnetic controllers on Switch 2?

New Nintendo Joy-Con Two-Way Switch 2 Controller Charger

Well we weren’t sure if it was going to make it stateside or not, but the official Nintendo of America  X (Twitter) account has now confirmed the new official first-party two-way Joy-Con Charging Stand will be releasing come October of this year. This announcement and release comes nearly 7.5 years after the launch of Nintendo Switch…is this better late than never or just a sign of the all but imminent Switch 2 inching even closer to release?

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Best deals on the new Galaxy Z Flip 6: Extra $100 credit, $450 with trade-ins, $899 with $200 Amazon gift card, more

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Z Flip 6/From $450

Let’s explore how to get the best deal on the new Galaxy Flip 6 – new $100 credit, huge trade-in value, and $200 Amazon gift card offers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is one of the most exciting new releases in the foldable space if you ask me. There some notable contenders hitting the market – the new 2024 razr+, Google latest, and Xiaomi’s first foldable flip phone – but there’s still something about the form-factor and Samsung ecosystem that is alluring to me on the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The brand offered some notable pre-order deals on its latest compact flipper, but it has now increased the instant credit from $50 up to $100 to entice folks to jump in before the July 24 shipping date. Head below for details on how to score the best deal on the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. 

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The 4 best 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stands are all now on sale from $103 – Nomad, Belkin, Twelve South, or Satechi?

Best 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stands
Battle of the Stands/From $103

We are effectively completing the run of deals on what are widely considered to be among the very best 15W upright MagSafe charging stands this morning with a new Amazon low on Belkin’s Qi2 15W BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand. This deal joins some of the best prices on three other comparable higher-end models: the Nomad Stand One Max, the Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe, and Satechi’s latest Qi2 15W foldable MagSafe charging stands. If you’re looking to score a new MagSafe charging stand from one of the four best brand’s in the space, now is certainly a wonderful chance to do so. 

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Satechi debuts new metal Space Gray 4-In-1 USB-C Hub for Mac and iPad with launch deal at $36

Satechi 4-In-1 USB-C Hub with 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Reg. $45/$36

After the debut of its new Space Gray Qi2 15W MagSafe Car Charger mount (here’s our hands-on review) and the Thunderbolt 4 Multi-Display Docking Station before that, Satechi has now introduced its new updated 4-In-1 USB-C Hub. This time with 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet and the latest USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 standard, it delivers an affordable way to expand your MacBook, iPad, and other machine’s connectivity capabilities while still landing the Satechi vibes. Now available for purchase, if you scoop one up soon you’ll be able to take advantage of the current ongoing sitewide sale that will knock 20% off your total using SITEWIDE20 at checkout too. Head below or more details. 

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Grab a copy of Sonic Superstars from just $18, Switch Square Enix Summer Sale 50% off, more

Sonic Superstars
Reg. $30+/$18

If you haven’t grabbed a copy of Sonic Superstars for your Xbox library yet, Amazon is now offering it for $17.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders overt $35. This is a $60 title that has more regularly been selling for $30 at Amazon and has now dropped the lowest price ever on Xbox. There’s no telling how long this deal might last, so if you’re looking for a physical copy for the game shelf, now’s as good a time as any. This one delivers on the high-octane, 2D hedgehog action of yesteryear with modern visuals and an all new story. That’s on top of four playable characters “Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy Rose” as well as some multiplayer action – “play with up to 3 other players in local co-op and challenge players from around the world in Battle Mode.” Head below for more of today’s console game deals. 

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Eve debuts new smart Weather Station with Matter support, plus free firmware upgrade for existing model

Eve Weather Station with Matter

The new smart Eve Weather Station with Matter is making its debut today. The popular smart home brand has been steadily introducing multi-platform Matter standard to its range of popular smart home gear over the last couple of years, including its Matter smart plug, Eve Energy Outlet, and Motion Sensor, among others, and its Weather Station has now joined the party. The new Eve Weather Station with Matter is now available for purchase at the same price as the previous version – the HomeKit model remains in the lineup and Eve is offering up a free Matter firmware upgrade for existing devices.

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Everyone will ‘want to get their hands on’ the ‘Cheekiest Xbox Controller’ yet + new Deadpool console

Update: I guess we should have seen this coming, but Xbox has now let Deadpool design a controller for Wolverine as well in celebration of the upcoming film. It’s about as cheeky as the last one and you can get some additional images down below.

We have seen some fun and wild custom, special edition Xbox controllers over the years for sure, but only Deadpool himself could pull this one off. In anticipation of the Marvel Studio Deadpool & Wolverine flick hitting the silver screen later this month, Deadpool and the Xbox squad have teamed up on thethe Cheekiest Xbox Controller”  that everyone will “want to get their hands on.” Head below for more details on how to score the custom Merc with a Mouth (and a perfectly rounded posterior) controller. 

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Nomad makes my favorite new Horween Leather Passport Wallet and the first deals have arrived from $72

Nomad leather Passport Wallet
First deal/From $72

The annual Nomad anniversary sale is now in full swing, running right through Amazon’s 2024 summer Prime Day event right until this weekend, and it’s ushering in the first deal on its brand new Horween leather Passport Wallet. We had a chance to go hands-on with he gorgeous passport holder ahead of release and loved just about every second of it – my passport is in one right now and will remain there for the foreseeable future. Regularly $130, you can score the very first deal down at $104 shipped on the Pen Edition via the brand’s limited-time anniversary sale alongside the standard edition Passport Wallet at $72, down from the regular $90 price tag. 

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Android game and app deals: Anodyne, Kiwanuka, White Noise Pro, Breaking Gates, more

Anodyne
Reg. $1+/FREE+

There are less than 12 hours of Prime Day savings left, but the deals are still flying folks! Our master hub features all of the most notable price drops you’ll want to make sure you take a look before the festivities wrap up tonight – you’ll have to wait more than a few months before deals like this pop up again. On your way down to check out today’s best Android game and app deals, be sure to scope out our favorite Prime Day deals you can score at under $25 as well as the all-time low pricing we are tracking on Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Tabs, the Google Pixel Tablet, this bonkers $465 price drop on Galaxy Z Flip 5, and the very first deal on the new Fitbit Google Ace LTE Kids Smartwatch, just to name a few. All of today’s best Android game and app deals are waiting below. 

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Prime Day iOS game and app deals: Game of Life 2, SpongeBob, Bendy and the Ink Machine, more

Reg. $1+/FREE+

We are heavy into day 2 of the summer Prime Day event, but it’s now time for today’s best App Store deals. Dive into the best prices on Apple’s latest AirPods Pro 2, the 13/15-inch M3 MacBook Air, some of the lowest prices ever on Apple Watch SE 2, and new all-time lows on the M2 iPad Air alongside everything else in our master deal hub. But for now it’s all about the apps, including The Game of Life 2, SpongeBob, Bendy and the Ink Machine, mySolar – Build your Planets, and more. Head below for a closer look at today’s best iOS game and app deals. 

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Prime Day game deals: Demon’s Souls 57% off, Mario RPG, Star Wars Heritage, PlayStation Summer Sale, more

57% off/$30

You probably just died in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for the 8,000th time, so put the controller down for one sec and check out this Prime Day deal on the game that started it all. Amazon is now offering the brilliant remake of Demon’s Souls down at $29.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. This is 57% off the $70 MSRP, well below the $45+ it has been fetching as of late, and landing as a match for the lowest we have tracked on Amazon. This is a fantastic 1:1 remake of the original Soulsborne game – the game that eventually invented a genre – but with just enough new secrets and quality of life features to maintain the experience while still offering up a new level of intrigue. It is built from the ground up with new visuals so you can take your rightful place as the Slayer of Demons and venture through the northern kingdom of Boletaria. Head below for of this year’s best Prime Day game deals. 

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