Justin Kahn

After just getting a dedicated showcase for Super Mario Bros. Wonder a couple weeks ago alongside the debut of the Mario Red OLED console (pre-orders now live), Nintendo is now ready to stream the next Direct presentation loaded with upcoming Switch games. As we detailed yesterday, Nintendo is set to broadcast its usual pre-fall/end of summer Direct stream this morning and it all starts very soon. Head below to follow along and watch today’s show. 

The new Native Union iPhone 15 case with plant-based leather-alternative builds are now live and on sale. The brand is one of the Apple accessory makers that finds a way to stand out from the pack with a focused design sensibility, environmentally-conscious manufacturing, and unique aesthetics all-around. It’s new Re Classic Case for iPhone is now available for purchase via its official Amazon storefront with some nice launch deals in tow, and you can get a closer look with all of the details down below the fold. 

The Bellroy iPhone 15 leather cases have now officially landed, with updated versions of its classic models. The brand has been serving up cases for Apple’s handsets since way back during the iPhone 6 days, and its latest designs have now been overhauled alongside some new colorways to offer up some leather covers to iPhone 15 adopters after Apple eschewed the natural material from its collection. The new Bellroy collection comes in three flavors: the Phone Case – 3 Card, the standard thin leather Phone Case, and its Mod Phone Case + Wallet. Head below for a closer look.

ESR – a budget-friendly brand we feature around quite a lot that delivers affordable MagSafe charging stands and more – is launching its new MagSafe Stash Stand iPhone 15 cases today. Available in a range of colorways for iPhone 15, iPhone Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max across the classic, silicone, and protective form-factor, the new ESR Stash cases feature a pop-out camera array bezel along the back of the case that doubles as a stand so you can perch your new iPhone up just about anywhere with a flat surface. Best of all, the new cases are now seeing some notable launch deals by way of the codes and coupons you’ll find down below. 

The new CYRILL iPhone 15 case collection is now available for purchase via the brand’s official Amazon storefront with some launch discounts. CYRILL, for those unfamiliar, is brand we have featured for the last few years. It is a Spigen (the Spigen iPhone 15 cases are now live as well) sister brand that, just like its arguably more well-known sibling, delivers serious bang for your bucks in the iPhone case world. While not quite as affordable overall, it case do sit in that comfortable $23 to $27 range, and the new iPhone 15 models have arrived with light on-page coupons. Head below for a closer look. 

Update: The new 2nd generation PreSonus Eris Studio monitors are now available on Amazon from $150. You’ll also find the entry-level Eris models (they ship in pairs) from $100.

The new lineup of PreSonus Eris speakers and studio monitors are being officially unveiled today. A long-time favorite around here, delivering some serious value for your money in both the casual and home studio spaces, the brand has now unleashed its latest offerings. The new entry-level Eris lineup arrives with a more focused selection of sizes and Bluetooth streaming alongside its latest-generation Eris Studio monitors and the pro-grade, multichannel and Atmos-ready Pro lineup. We have had a chance to give them a run for their more than reasonable price tags over the last few weeks, and you can get a closer look at everything down below. 

The next Nintendo Direct event has been officially scheduled for September 14 at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET. At the tail end of last month Nintendo broadcasted its dedicated Super Mario Wonder Direct showcase ahead of the game’s launch on October, 2023, but this time it is back to its usual and more mysterious ways promising 40 minutes of “games releasing this winter.” Head below for more details. 

Next up in our string of coverage is the 2023 Mous iPhone 15 case collection. The brand is well known for creating seriously protective cases that don’t look overly thick and industrial – you maybe have seen one of its many YouTube commercials where someone throws an iPhone way up into the air, bounces it off the concrete, and it comes out unscathed. We came away particularly impressed with its MagSafe iPhone wallet, and now it’s time to take a closer look at the 2023 Mous iPhone 15 case collection. 

The new Pad & Quill leather iPhone 15 wallet cases have arrived with some seriously deep launch deals. The brand has been a staple around here for years, has already landed in our roundup of the best iPhone 15 cases, and delivers some of the highest-quality handmade Apple gear accessories you’ll find anywhere. Hand-crafted by artisans in its Minnesota facility, the brand delivers premium leather treatments with marine-grade stitching and classic designs for some of the best leather iPhone 15 wallet cases around. The brand’s Pocketbook and Traveler All-Leather Wallet iPhone 15 cases are now live, and you can score some serious deals down below with our promo code. 

Update: Using code TECHY3 at checkout, Woot will sell you a 4-pack of Pelican Protector Series Adhesive AirTag holders for just $6.99 with free shipping for Prime members. A 4-pack will run you $35 on Amazon right now. Needless to say, this is the best price we can find and easily a new all-time low. 

It’s not the first time I’ve said and it won’t be the last, Elevation Lab makes some of the best AirTag mounts, straps, and holders on the market. And the official Amazon storefront is now offering up to 25% off a range of different models. From its new glow in dark pet collar model and the fabric variant made to stick inside of luggage and bags to the classic keychain and models to hide on your bike, its TagVault lineup is fantastic, rugged, and reliable with lifetime warranties. Deals start from under $8 with free shipping for Prime members or in order dover $25 today and you’ll find them all waiting below. 

Update: Our 2023 roundup of the best iPhone 15 cases from all of our favorite brands, including SANDMARC, is now at the ready!

SANDMARC makes the best leather iPhone cases out there if you ask me and the SANDMARC iPhone 15 models have arrived. Anyone who knows any of my previous case coverage knows how much I love these things – they are easily my favorite leather covers of all time and I’m sure the new iPhone 15 models will be as well. The brand makes some of the highest-quality leather covers I have ever used or tested out and the new iPhone 15 leather models have arrived in lieu of Apple dropping its models this year. And best of all, you can use our exclusive discount code to score a deal on them – its cases almost never go on sale. 

Incipio has its own new woven textile case for iPhone 15 too. Joining a giant collection of new models launching today, next up is the Incipio iPhone 15 case collection. The brand has been mainstay in our yearly iPhone case coverage and it will be once again. Delivering a range of compelling designs, this year the brand’s offerings are highlighted by the new woven textile cru. model launching specifically for all four iPhone 15 variants. Now available for purchase directly on the site with select models launching on Amazon at any minute, you can get a closer look down below. 

The elago silicone iPhone 15 cases are here. The new iPhone 15 cases are coming in fast now from all of the major players and one of those brands is elago. We have come to love its smooth liquid silicone treaments over the years, as well as the particularly low price tags they come along with, and the new elago iPhone 15 case collection has arrived for all of the new models. Clear, premium silicone in 20 different colors, MagSafe models, and much more are now at the ready from our friends at elago and you’ll find each of the new iPhone 15 case models detailed down below starting from under $13. 

The new MUJJO iPhone 15 cases have arrived. The brand was among our favorite in the leather category last year and an easy pick for our roundup of the best iPhone 14 cases – be sure to check out our hands-on review for more details there. This year it is expanding its iPhone 15 case collection with a new model alongside the return of its fan-favorite leather variants. The 2022 lineup was highlighted by the brand’s attention to detail with soft microfiber lining to hug your precious Apple device, high-quality leather treatments, metal button covers, and decorative stitching details, just to name a few, and the 2023 iPhone 15 cases will be much of the same on that front. Head below for a closer look at the MUJJO iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Max cases.

We are already tracking iPhone 15 case deals. The new Caseology iPhone 15 case deals are now live with some solid 10% price drops via the official Amazon storefront. The brand is bringing back its Athlex, Nano Pop Mag, and Parallax Mag models starting from just $10 Prime shipped. The brand delivers a notable selection of clear and two-tone color models as well as the unique, almost paneled Athlex variant. Head below for a closer look at each of our favorite models in the Caseology iPhone 15 case collection.

The new Peak Design fabric iPhone 15 case has arrived in the form of its latest take on the Everyday Case. We have become big fans of the Peak Design gear, from its fantastic articulating MagSafe Car Vent Mount and Micro Clutch camera hand strap to its Everyday Sling 6L (V2) we featured in our roundup of the best models out there, but it also makes a nice wrapped fabric iPhone 15 case too. We came away impressed with the iPhone 14 model last year, and it’s now time for the brand to unveil its new Everyday fabric iPhone 15 case. 

Alto is now ready to start shipping your custom wood iPhone 15 cases. This is a small family operation we explored for the first time last year, coming away impressed with its unique approach to handcrafting natural wood iPhone 15 cases with custom laser engraving that makes it stand out from the sea of plastic and leather models out there. The brand is introducing a series of new pre-made designs as well as new finishes and woods to its collection for folks that want to leverage its, frankly, quite fantastic made-to-order online customization setup. Head below for a closer look at the now available custom Alto wood iPhone 15 cases as well as our exclusive discount code. 

Update: Most of the new Spigen iPhone 15 cases listed below now have 5% on-page coupons dropping the prices even lower. 

Update: Our collection of the best iPhone 15 cases, including Spigen, is now live!

The new 2023 Spigen iPhone 15 cases are now going live. The brand has been delivering some of the best bang for your buck iPhone cases for many years, landing in our best iPhone 14 cases roundup, and securing a top 5 position in our best of 2022 selections for that very fact. The new models for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max are now available for purchase just as Tim Cook and friends took to the stage to reveal this year’s new handsets, spanning its usual collection of model families with some new colorways, patterns, kickstand variants, and more. Head below for a closer look at the Spigen iPhone 15 cases. 

The new SN770M handheld PC SSD from WD_BLACK has landed. WD_BLACK has been a major player in the gamer storage space, both in terms of external and internal gear on both console and PC. But today it is turning its attention to the growing popularity in portable PC gaming with handhelds like the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and more. The brand has now unveiled its new high-performance M.2 2230 SSD known as the WD_BLACK SN770M with a mini, truncated form-factor to slide right into your handheld. Head below for more details and a closer look.

While we are still tracking Amazon low pricing on the standard black set, today SteelSeries is introducing its new special-edition Arctis Nova white collection headsets. The existing Arctis Nova is a relatively popular option around here and now SteelSeries is offering gamers, specifically console gamers, an all-white option alongside some interchangeable metallic speaker plates and headband colorways. Now available for purchase in both Xbox and PlayStation variants, you can get more details down below the fold. 

Update: The first notable deal and a new Amazon low is now live on the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller at $51.99 (Reg. $75). 

After launching its new smokey blue wireless LE Stormcloud Vapor model last month, Microsoft took to the official Xbox Wire today to announce the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller. The latest colorway, unlike that special edition Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles model that actually smells like pizza, will be readily available to all. In fact, pre-orders for the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller are now live on Amazon and directly from Microsoft ahead of the official launch next month. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Update: The new Smartish iPhone 15 cases will be available for purchase later today after the Apple keynote event.

The new Smartish iPhone 15 case collection is now ready to be unveiled. Much like year’s past, the brand is upgrading its most popular models, including the MagSafe Gripmunk, Gripzilla, and Wallet Slayer variants with built-in card storage, for Apple’s latest handsets. The brand separates itself from the others with some interesting form-factors, adding extra grippy sides with finger grooves alongside some interesting patterns and designs. Joining the iPhone 15 case collection, this year it is also introducing a brand new Side Hustle Vegan Leather MagSafe wallet to the mix as well. Head below for a closer look at the new Smartish iPhone 15 case collection.

Well, I can’t say I saw this coming, but the new Xbox credit card is here. Taking to the official Xbox Wire today, Microsoft has announced a partnership with Barclays on a new Xbox credit card where users can earn points on daily purchases to use towards games and add-ons from Xbox.com. It will be available for Xbox Insiders later this month and all Xbox players sometime in 2024. Head below for more details on the new Xbox credit card. 

Amazon is now offering the Arcade1Up PONG 2-Player Countercade for $159.99 shipped. Regularly $230, this is 30% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. Now matched at Best Buy, today’s deal comes in at within a few bucks of our previous mention – the last time it went for any lower than that at Amazon was with a hangover holiday deal from last year at $150. The nostalgic vibes are high here, delivering a head-to-head PONG experience that won’t take up nearly as much space in your game room the brand’s larger cabinets. This Countercade features 2-player PONG action alongside classics like Pong Sports, Warlords, Super Breakout, and Tempest on its 8-inch display with an included headphone jack. Amazon is also offering the more colorful Ms. PAC-MAN edition on sale for $169.99 shipped, down from the regular $200 price tag right now as well. Head below for more Arcade1Up deals.

Just after Nintendo unveiled the new Mario Red OLED model and this year’s Mario Kart 8 holiday bundle, we have now spotted a new PowerA Nintendo Switch sling pack. The new crossbody bag for Nintendo Switch is designed to provide a series of different carrying options with various attachment points for the included strap alongside more than enough space for additional accessories and other elements of your EDC, so you don’t need to have a separate bag to carry your Switch case in. Now available for purchase at $25 ahead of launch next week, you can get a closer look down below. 

It’s time to take a closer look at the new Aer City MacBook Tote bag that launched for the first time a couple weeks ago. It came alongside the brand’s new Dopp Kit 3 and just after we reviewed its Travel Pack 3 as the latest addition to the brand’s City collection. Designed as an all-in-one universal tote bag, it cradles your MacBook and iPad alongside whatever else you might need to lug around or pick up while running errands. While I was a big fan of its Day Sling 3 – it quickly landed in our roundup of the best sling packs out there – it’s time to put the new City MacBook Tote bag through its paces for review as part of the latest Tested with 9to5Toys feature. 

Razer has now unleashed the latest edition to its “award-winning” BlackShark headset line with the new Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Headset. Razer’s new gaming headset is looking to deliver an esports-grade audio solution with a new ultra-lightweight design – the lightest in the lineup yet – alongside an improved fit, and the brand’s “industry-leading” HyperSpeed Wireless Technology. The new Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Headset is now available for purchase, and you can get all of the details you need down below. 

Amazon is now offering the Stormtrooper Edition Razer Limited Edition Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One Controller for $90.12 shipped. Regularly $200, this is nearly $110 off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. While we have seen the Boba Fett and Captain America models go for less, the black and white Stormtrooper edition doesn’t see price drops as often and is now at the Amazon all-time low. Coming complete with a matching magnetic charging stand for the price of entry, this is an officially-licensed wireless Xbox gamepad (also works with Windows 10/11). Alongside the dose of galactic order on the design, it features a hybrid D-pad, textured grip on the triggers, bumpers, and back-case “just like the latest Xbox controllers” alongside custom button mapping, customizable vibration, and swappable sticks/triggers. Hit up our launch coverage of other models and head below for more. 

It is now time for your mid-week collection of the best deals on Android games and apps. Joining today’s Google Play software offers, we are also tracking deals on Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S6 Lite tablet and an all-time low on the just-released Galaxy Z Flip 5 from $800. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Cytus II, Golf Peaks, inbento, Railbound, Endurance, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals. 

The new Logitech Pebble 2 gear has arrived. Logitech’s Pebble peripherals deliver affordable and colorful solutions for a multitude of different users, and today it is introducing the next-generation of the lineup. The new Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s and Pebble Keys 2 K380s once again deliver inexpensive accessories for users across multiple platforms, and now with even more environmentally-friendly builds and a few bonus features to enhance the experience. Both the new mouse and keyboard are now available for pre-order ahead of release later this month starting from $30 and you can get more details down below. 

Nintendo has now revealed the next additions to its Switch Online Game library and this time they are landing in the NES, SNES, and GameBoy Color collections. Last time around, we saw the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Stadium 2, with Zelda Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons before that, but this time it’s all about some Kirby stacking action and previously Japan-only titles. Head below for a closer look. 

Check out this sweet new The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom glow in the dark Switch case. After catching a glimpse of the brand’s new Nemesis solar-power Xbox media remote and the officially licensed new REALMz Sonic accessories with the suspended 3D figurine floating in the controller grip and headset earcup, it’s now time for PDP’s latest Zelda add-on. While there are a million different Nintendo Switch on-the-go cases out there to protect your precious Nintendo console while out and about, not many of them feature a glowing Zonai hieroglyph like the new PDP Travel Case Plus GLOW. Now available for pre-order, you can catch a better look down below. 

Update: Reports also suggest Nintendo will be releasing a pair of Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing New Horizons bundles on October 6, 2023 that include a digital copy of the game. The Isabelle Aloha Edition and Timmy & Tommy Aloha Edition bundles will be Target and Walmart exclusives. 

After the exciting unveil of the brand new Mario Red OLED version Nintendo Switch console, Nintendo has now unveiled this year’s Switch holiday bundle and it appears to be the same old thing. For the last number of years, Nintendo has launched a limited edition Switch console bundle in celebration of the end-of-year holidays and it is always the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe offering. This morning it took to its official Twitter feed to seemingly announce this year’s Switch holiday bundle and it will, at least as it appears right now, will be that same Mario Kart 8 offering. Head below for more details. 

Amazon is now offering the high-capacity 4TB Samsung T7 Shield Portable Solid-State Drive for $219.99 shipped. Regularly $290 directly from Samsung where it is now on sale for $240, today’s deal is up to $70 off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. We have only seen this model go for less a couple times since its release last year. Delivering a sizable 4TB of storage to your at-home and on-the-go setups, it comes wrapped in a rubberized shell with an IP65 protection rating against dust and water. Clocking in at up to 1,050MB/s, this NVMe drive features USB 3.2 Gen 2 support alongside USB-C and USB-A connectivity options straight out of the box. Hit up our hands-on review for additional details and head below for more. 

The new iRig HD X guitar interface as arrived. IK Multimedia has been unleashing recording interfaces specifically for guitar players using Mac, iPhone, iPad, and PC for years, and its new portable flagship model has arrived in the form of the iRig HD X. A follow-up to the previously-released iRig HD 2 guitar audio interface, the new HD X amps things up a notch with enhanced specs and an upgraded feature set. The new guitar player-focused I/O box is now available for purchase, and you can get a complete breakdown of what to expect down below. 

Now joining its ongoing holiday price drops, Journey is ready to unveil its latest iPhone car accessories. The new EXPRESS Wireless MagSafe Car Mount Charger comes alongside the launch of its PULSE 20 USB-C Car Charger and more powerful 60W PULSE 60 2-Port USB-C Car Charger as the latest entries in the brand’s on-road Apple gear accessories. These new releases are also eligible for the ongoing holiday 20% price drop, and you’ll find details on everything waiting for you down below. 

Here is your collection of the best Labor Day 4K TV deals. September has arrived and that means we are about to head into Labor Day weekend with loads of notable 4K TV deals. That also means the 2023 NFL season is just around the corner with the NBA tipping-off for another year just after that, making this a notable chance to upgrade your home entertainment center. And for the gamers out there, this time of year also begins the busy holiday release season; Starfield has arrived, Spider-Man 2 is quickly approaching with Assassin’s Creed Mirage right before that, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III is on deck, and Nintendo’s fantastic-looking new Super Mario Bros. Wonder game is just over a month away, just for starters. Needless to say, many of us are going to start putting some serious hours in front of the living room and basement displays. And if you’re looking to score a new TV, you might as well do it with a solid discount attached. Head below for our roundup of the best Labor Day 4K TV deals and be sure to check back throughout the weekend as we update this list. 

After seeing the debut of its new 100W GaN charing station yesterday, we spotted an adorable new UGREEN Nexode RobotGaN Charger you have to check out. It might not be the most powerful option out there, but the 30W output is more than capable and it looks like the cutest little robot you ever did see. You’re essentially looking at a typical 30W USB-C wall charger, but this one has removable shoes and a built-in LED display ready to charge up your kit in a particularly playful manner. Now available in two colorways via the official Amazon storefront, head below for more details and a closer look at the new UGREEN RobotGaN Charger. 

Update: Pre-orders for the new Mario Red Edition Nintendo OLED console are now live on Amazon. 

The brand new Mario Red Edition Switch OLED console is now up for pre-order! This morning Nintendo broadcasted its latest Direct presentation, this time solely focused on the upcoming Super Mario Bros. Wonder. But at the tail end of the stream, it also unveiled its next big iteration of the OLED SWitch console known as the Mario Red edition and pre-orders are now live on Best Buy at $349.99 shipped ahead of its official launch on October 6, 2023. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

The Bose Week sale is now live in celebration of Labor Day weekend. The sale event runs from now through September 4, 2023 and features a range of its popular noise cancelling headphones, speakers, home theater gear, smart glasses, and more. The deals start from $95 shipped and deliver up to $200 in savings. Headlined by its latest model in-ear wireless buds known as the QuietComfort Earbuds II (get a closer look in our launch coverage), you’ll also find solid offers on its world-class ANC over-ears cans, portable Bluetooth speakers, and sound bars, as well as some interesting bundle offers combining speakers and headphones alongside its fabric case cover. Head below for a closer look at the deals. 

A new PDP Xbox media remote has surfaced known as the Nemesis. Looking to upgrade folks from its battery-powered models and give the popular options from other brands, like the 8Bitdo Media Remote that’s currently on sale, a run for their money, the new PDP Nemesis Xbox remote transforms your Microsoft console into a proper media station with a few interesting tricks up its sleeve. Set for release in a couple month’s time, pre-orders are now live on Amazon and you can get a better look down below. 

Straight off the show floor in Berlin from IFA 2023, smart robotic spool cleaning brand Aiper is introducing “its first-ever cordless robotic pool skimmer.” The new smartphone-controlled smart pool cleaner, official known as the Surfer S1, is looking to be rid of those annoying long-pole manual skimmer nets so you can sit back and enjoy the sunshine without the chores. The solar panel-equipped bot joins the brand’s award-winning Seagull Series of underwater cordless robotic pool cleaners at IFA this year, and you can get more details down below. 

Today is the day folks as we are just minutes away from this morning’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Direct presentation. As promised, Nintendo is set to host a dedicated stream featuring its upcoming 2D side-scrolling Mario adventure, giving us our first look at the title beyond the debut trailer we saw back in June alongside the Super Mario RPG remake and Sonic Superstars trailers. Head below for more details on the game and to follow along with today’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder Nintendo Direct stream. 

Update: The new Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces are now available for purchase on Amazon starting from $139.99 shipped. 

The new 4th Gen Focusrite Scarlett audio interfaces are debuting today. The brand’s lineup of striking red recording interfaces has been among the most popular around for years, and it is finally ready to introduce the enhanced new Scarlett boxes. Three new models are making their first appearance today with updated designs alongside reengineered specs, and we have had the pleasure of testing out the new 2i2 dual input variant over the last few weeks. Head below for a closer look at the new Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces. 

After Microsoft jacked up the price of its popular Game Pass subscriptions, PlayStation Plus price hikes are on the way. Buried in the bottom of today’s September PS Plus freebie game collection announcement, Sony has now said it will officially be raising the price of PlayStation Plus tiers. Some two days after the September freebies go live, Sony will be “increasing the price for PlayStation Plus 12-month subscriptions globally across all benefit plans.” Head below for more details.