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.
Microsoft has now unveiled a new Barbie Xbox console alongside additional goodies as part of its collaboration with the upcoming film. The new Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, is set to hit theaters next month, but first let’s take a look at the new custom Barbie Xbox console, in-game content, and controller faceplates. Before the film hits the silver screen on July 21, 2023, Microsoft is bringing Barbie’s signature flair to its platform in the form of in-game content for Forza Horizon 5, the first-ever Xbox Barbie dolls, and its “most stylish” custom Xbox hardware yet. Head below for a closer look at the new Barbie Xbox console and more.
Update: Along with the deal below, Amazon is now offering the best price ever on the 2023 model Sony 65-inch 4K Ultra HD TV X93L Series BRAVIA XR Smart mini-LED Google TV at $1,998 shipped. Regularly $2,500, this is over $500 off the going rate, the best price we have tracked since it hit Amazon back in early May, and the best price we can find. Alongside exclusive PlayStation 5 visual enhancements (Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Genre Picture Mode), highlights include HDMI 2.1, a 120Hz panel, Google Assistant and Alexa support, AirPlay 2 compatibility, and a pair of USB ports.
Amazon is now offering the first notable deal on the new 2023 model Sony 65-inch BRAVIA XR A80L 4K Ultra OLED Google Smart TV at $2,298 shipped. Regularly $2,600 and currently matched at Best Buy, this is $300 off the going rate. Outside of a very slight drop earlier this month, today’s deal is the first solid deal we have tracked since it went up for sale in late April and, subsequently, a new Amazon all-time low. Alongside exclusive PS5 optimization and visual enhancements to upgrade your setup before Spider-Man 2 releases later this year, you’re looking at a 120Hz OLED panel with with support for 4K/120fps, VRR, and ALLM alongside four HDMI 2.1 ports. Apple’s AirPlay 2, Google Assistant and Alexa voice command action, Dolby Vision, HDR 10, and direct access to all of your favorite streaming services round out the feature list here alongside Acoustic Center Sync tech that “synchronizes the TVs speakers with the soundbar, reinforcing the center speaker channel for clearer, fuller vocals.” Head below for more details.
SK hynix is ready to unleash its new mini portable SSD to the US market. SK is a storage brand we have featured around here a number of times including the launch of its latest internal Platinum SSDs before going hands-on with the lineup late last year. The brand has, thus far, been responsible for delivering highly-rated and relatively affordable internal solutions but is now stepping into the portable space with the new SK hynix Beetle X31. The miniature, golden portable SSD solution enters with a unique form-factor, specs that sit alongside the biggest names in the space, and what the brand refers to as “exceptional heat management capabilities.” Head below for a closer look at the new SK hynix Beetle X31 mini portable SSD.
If you’re looking to get in on the all-in-one cooker game or upgrade your aging solution, Amazon is now offering the 8-quart Ninja OL601 Foodi XL Multi-Cooker Steam Fryer for $129.99 shipped. Regularly $330 and more typically in the $280 range these days, this is up to $150 off the going rate and the best price we can find. Today’s deal is also $5 under our previous mention and the lowest we have seen at Amazon in 2023. This is a particularly versatile cooker that offers up everything from built-in air frying and steaming to pressure cooking alongside 14 presets for baking, yogurt, dehydrating, sous vide action, and more. It also stands apart from many of the other models out there with an 8-quart three-tier cooking rack system so you can make “full 3-component meals at the touch of a button.” Head below for more deals and details.
Last year it introduced the world to its outdoor multi-function smoker and grill and it is now ready to unveil the Ninja pizza oven known as the Woodfire 8-in-1. Whether it’s for outdoor pizza parties, wood-flavored BBQ action, smoking, or roasting, the latest from Ninja’s growing lineup of backyard-ready cookers has arrived with an upgraded feature set and is now up for pre-sale. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new Ninja Woodfire 8-in-1 Outdoor Oven.
After officially announcing the release date and then showcasing new gameplay earlier this week during the latest Nintendo Direct, the new HORI Pikmin 4 Switch case has emerged. Much like the Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and Splatoon 3 gear before it, HORI is now ready to unleash its latest officially licensed accessory in celebration of the upcoming release of Pikmin 4 on July 21, 2023. Adorned with adorable iconography and characters from the new game, the HORI Pikmin 4 Switch case is now available for pre-order, and you can get a closer look down below.
A completely new MacBook stand, bags, and more are on the way from Pad & Quill. Last time we checked in with Pad & Quill, it was relaunching its Gladstone leather MacBook bag collection. But the new Modern line features all new designs across a range of leather goods from the new portable Travel Leather Desk Stand for MacBook and a redesigned desk pad to a range of travel luggage and overnight bags. Featuring its usual use of premium American full-grain leather, this time around the brand is pulling inspiration from the iconic styles of midcentury and Bauhaus aesthetics to upgrade your EDC and tech carrier in style. And everything is now seeing early-bird deals for folks willing to scoop one up during the launch campaign.
After official Xbox game price hikes officially went into effect back in October of last year and speculation ran rampant that console and Xbox Game Pass would be next, the inevitable is now on the way now. Xbox hinted at as much, but it is really hitting home now. Various reports are now suggesting official Xbox Game Pass price hikes are on the way as early as next month alongside a price jump on its flagship consoles as well. It’s time to lock in your subscriptions now before the price increases go live folks. Head below for more details.
Today’s mid-year Nintendo Direct is scheduled to go live at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET, as we detailed yesterday. After what can only be described as a more than exciting year for Nintendo Switch owners, mainly, if not entirely, because of the incredible new Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, it’s time to see what else Nintendo has up its sleeve for the remainder of 2023 and potentially into 2024 – that’s where the most exciting stuff will likely land after all. Having said that, you never know what Nintendo might have in store for this year’s holiday season and we might very well get a surprise or two there. Head below to watch today’s Nintendo Direct presentation.
Prime Day 2023 has now been officially announced and joining the early deals on its Luna gaming controller, Echo Pop, and more, it’s now time for the Fire tablets. Delivering some of the best bang for your buck in the tablet space anywhere, they are some of the most economic ways to land the kids a new tablet to start them on their tech journey without spending a fortune or worrying about them smashing it by accident – they all ship with Amazon’s 2-year warranty and free replacement guarantee. While Prime Day is set for mid-July now and we could see prices dip a touch lower, with select models now at up to 50% off, anything better will be limited and almost certainly won’t drop much lower than these early Prime Day offers. All only available to Prime members at this point, you’ll find the discounts details below.
Today, Kensington is announcing the availability of its new quiet mechanical keyboard known as the MK7500F QuietType Pro Silent Mechanical Keyboard. It seems as though a bit of trend is emerging as accessory manufacturers attempt to silence our beloved clickity-clack mechanicals, not unlike the new MX Keys S from Logitech we just reviewed, and Kensington is next out of the gate. Whether you’re trying not to disturb your co-worker, partner, a sleeping baby, or are just sick of the clicking, the new MK7500F QuietType Pro Silent Mechanical Keyboard is looking to save the day. Head below for a closer look and more details at the now available new Kensington quiet mechanical keyboard.
The next Nintendo Direct has now been announced. Nintendo unleashed the epic beast that is Zelda Tears of the Kingdom already this year (it is now on sale at its best Amazon price yet), but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have more in store for us for the remainder of 2023. One might even suggest this upcoming presentation could cap off the summer gaming presentations in a major way after seeing PlayStation and Xbox take the stage alongside the Summer Game Fest show. Head below for more details on the next Nintendo direct presentation.
Apple’s latest notebook is now out in the wild, so it’s time to take a look at some of the best MacBook Air 15-inch sleeves. While this list will inevitably grow over time, there are already some gorgeous new 15-inch MacBook Air sleeves to protect your new machine in style, or just without spending a fortune. Whether you’re looking for something you can strut into the board room or office with or just something quick to head out to the coffee shop, we have rounded up some notable picks worth taking a look at for ensuring your new MacBook stays in tip top shape this summer and beyond. Head below to browse through the best MacBook Air 15-inch sleeves.
The new range of TCL sound bars has now surfaced. Expanding upon its affordable Q and S Class lineups, the latest models have now emerged with “bigger and better sound.” The TCL lineup of sound bars has long been an economic way to bring home better entertainment center audio without breaking the bank and without fussing with receivers or complicated multi-speaker setups, and the latest models are delivering on that once again with new enhanced audio tech. Head below for a breakdown of the new models.
Bellroy’s latest gadget carrier has arrived in the form of its new EDC gear bag. From its new backpack we featured to its officemate caddies, belt bags, and more, its latest solution is focused on delivering a lightweight over the shoulder or crossbody solution for lugging around your most important pieces of EDC this summer and beyond. The new Bellroy gear bag is now available for purchase in three different colorways and you can get a closer look down below.
The latest model in the Audio-Technica USB microphone lineup is being unveiled today. Following the release of its AT2020USB-X USB microphone last August, Audio-Technica is back again today with another upgrade to its popular 20 series lineup. The latest model, officially known as the AT2020USB-XP delivers a similar form-factor and USB experience as last year’s iteration but with a few key enhancements and some added tech to help content creators, streamers, and podcasters get at the sound they are after even faster. Head below for a closer look and a complete breakdown of the new Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP USB microphone.
After rolling out its new PlayStation Plus system over the last year or so, it looks like PS5 cloud gaming is on the way in a major way. While Sony has always seemed as though it was playing catch-up with Xbox Live/Game Pass, and in many ways it has, its PlayStation Plus initiative is making a valiant attempt at bridging the gap for its player base. Today, alongside details on the next batch of titles coming to its streaming catalog for members and 10 days of activities for the community, Sony is announcing that it is now testing out cloud streaming for supported PS5 games. More details below.
Journey is debuting its brand-new vegan leather MagSafe wallet today. Officially known as the EZMO MagSafe Wallet and Phone Stand, this is the brand’s first foray into the iPhone card holder accessory space. It is, however, no stranger to vegan leather Apple gear accessories and MagSafe chargers – we were big fans of its 3-in-1 MagSafe Stand and modular Apple Watch charger after going hands-on and have featured its leather iPhone 14 cases with machined metal buttons and AirPods cases several times now. Today the brand is taking that know-how to deliver the new Ezmo wallet for iPhone 12, 13, and 14 users (it will also work on Android, more on that below), and, best of all, you can land one at 20% off. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.
Amazon is now giving folks another shot at scoring its multi-platform wireless Luna gamepad at $49.99 shipped. Regularly $70, this is nearly 30% off the going rate and the best price we can find. Today’s deal is matching both our previous mention and the 2023 low to deliver the second-best overall total all-time. While it was built for Amazon’s Luna cloud gaming service, it also works on Windows, Mac, Fire TV, Fire tablet, iPhone, iPad, Chromebook, and Android devices to deliver a truly multi-platform wireless experience. You can even use the controller’s mic to launch games with Alexa on Fire TV or Fire Tablet devices. USB-C charging, low-friction thumbsticks, a D-pad, and textured grips are all in place here and you can get a deeper look at the user experience in our hands-on review. Head below for more.
IK expanded its AmpliTube amp and guitar tone creation ecosystem earlier this year with the Tonex Pedal. A hardware multi-FX stomp box unit made to allow guitar players and sound designers to load up and design their own amp and tone rigs onto a stage- and studio-ready unit, it also doubles as an audio interface for recording and is backed up by thousands of premade amps patches. We have had a chance to crank this thing up to 11 over the past few weeks, and it’s time to break down the experience for folks interested in this sort of hybrid guitar sound design experience as part of the latest entry to our Tested with 9to5Toys series.
Following the Summer Game Fest showcase last week as well as this past weekend’s Xbox and Starfield events, the summer gaming bonanza continues with this afternoon’s Capcom show. While much of the major unveils are now behind us, there’s still more to come from the publisher behind the Resident Evil, Mega Man, and Street Fighter franchises. Capcom has made a splash over the last few years with some of the better remakes in recent years – RE 2 and 3 alongside the beloved fourth entry in the series that’s now out in the wild, not to mention the latest release in the iconic Street Fighter series. But we are now about to see the future of Capcom’s lineup. Head below for more details and to watch today’s showcase digital event.
Lockly debuted its new ‘first of its kind’ smart safe at CES 2023. The sensor-packed home safe is loaded with high-tech features, from remote access to a biometric fingerprint scanner and an ultra-secure digital keypad, as well as a particularly heavy-duty build. We have had a chance to give it a run for its money over the past few weeks ahead of this month’s official launch and you can get a full breakdown of what to expect in our hands-on review of the new Lockly smart safe down below.
Immediately following today’s Xbox Games Showcase, Bethesda’s first new game universe in 25-years was on full display and Seagate has now unveiled its new special edition Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub for Xbox. Following in line with the previously available Halo models and even these sweet Star Wars and Spider-Man variants featuring painterly renderings and matching LED glow lighting, Seagate is now teaming up with the folks at Bethesda to launch new drives “commemorating the explorers from Constellation.” Head below for more details on the new Seagate Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub.
First unveiled at CES 2023 earlier this year, it’s time to take a closer look at the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock – the “first full-featured Thunderbolt dock with a built-in power adapter.” OWC is one of the better Apple gear accessory brands out there, from docks and hubs to memory solutions, portable storage, and more. Much of its gear borders on enterprise-grade quality that carries over to its consumer and prosumer lines in the best way possible. Just about every piece of kit from the brand I have got my hands on over the years has impressed me in terms of overall build quality and performance, and the Thunderbolt Go Dock is no exception. But now, after getting a few weeks to put it through its paces, let’s dive in and take a closer look to see if it’s right for your setup. Head below for our hands-on review of the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock as part of the latest entry in the Tested with 9to5Toys series.
We are almost ready to head into the weekend, but first let’s roundup all of Friday’s best Mac and iOS app deals. This morning has already seen solid price drops go live on Apple’s AirTag alongside summer deals on Beats Fit Pro and the wonderful Twelve South’s HiRise 3, but for now it’s all about the apps. Highlight titles include Pixelizator, Go Rally, Afterplace, Stardash, BFT – Bear Focus Timer, and Swim Out. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Mac and iOS app deals.
Update: Pre-orders for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Collector’s Edition are scheduled to go live at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET via PlayStation Direct.
At today’s Summer Game Fest, Insomniac officially unveiled the October 20, 2023 release date for the highly-anticipated Spider-Man 2 and it can’t come fast enough! Sony delivered an epic gameplay demo of the game at its PlayStation summer showcase and we now have details on pre-order kick-off dates, all of the details you need on the pre-order bonuses, the Spider-Man 2 collector’s edition, and much more. Head below for all of the details.
This big-time Summer Game Fest showcase is kicking off shortly! Sony started of the summer of gaming with a notably epic PlayStation Showcase featuring the Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake, Alan Wake II, Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay, Dragon’s Dogma II, and much more, but it’s now time for Geoff Keighley’s massive event. And if last year’s show is any indication, we are in for a real treat. It will likely be much longer than Sony’s, completely platform-agnostic, and will almost certainly be loaded with both world premieres and gameplay debuts for some of gaming’s biggest upcoming titles. Head below to follow along with today Summer Game Fest showcase.
Amazon is now offering the Samsung 500GB T7 Portable Solid-State Drive for $59.99 shipped. Originally $100, the model fetched around $80 for most of last year and now carries a regular price of $70. Today’s deal marks a return to the lowest price we have tracked on the blue model and comes within $1 of the best price we have tracked on Amazon for the Titan Gray variant. While the T7 was superseded by the T7 Shield last year (full review here), it delivers nearly identical specs outside of the ridged rubberized shell on the latest model. One of the most popular options among readers, the original T7 clocks in at 1,050MB/s with USB 3.2 support and USB-C connectivity at a more affordable rate than any other comparable model in the brand’s lineup. Head below for more details.
Best Buy is now offering one of the best prices ever on Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope at $24.99 with free shipping in orders over $35 or for My Best Buy members (details here). Regularly $60 and currently still marked down to $30 at Amazon, this is matching the lowest price we have ever tracked since release earlier this year. And, Best Buy is offering the Cosmic edition here that comes with some extra in-game goodies including Galactic Prestige Collection with 3 exclusive weapon skins for your team. We loved our time with the sequel to the original Mario + Rabbids crossover at review where we said it “invigorates turn-based tactics with open-world action.” It delivers improvements across the board alongside new gameplay mechanics, a fresh new story, boss bottles, and more as players attempt to “rescue the uncanny Sparks throughout the galaxy.” Head below for more big-time summer game deals.
Best Buy is now offering the Arcade1Up NBA Jam SHAQ Edition Arcade cabinet for $399.99 shipped. Regularly $700 and even more directly from Arcade1Up when it’s even in-stock, this is $300 off and the lowest price we can find. Today’s deal is also a rare one, the lowest total of the year, and the best deal we have tracked, not to mention coming in at well below the $563 deal we are seeing at Amazon today. This is not just some overpriced special edition model of the NBA Jam cabinet, it actually sports a bigger 19-inch display – the largest of any Arcade1Up cabinet. A light-up marquee is joined by 4-player “real-feel” arcade joysticks and buttons as well as copies of the beloved classic basketball experiences, including NBA Jam, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, and NBA Hangtime. You can even “post scores to leaderboards and download the companion app to join a community of gamers across the country.” Head below for more details.
Nintendo Live is now officially set to kick at the Seattle Convention Center from September 1 through to September 4, 2023. And to celebrate, Nintendo has now launched a new lineup of merchandise alongside giving gamers a chance to win free tickets to the event from now through later this month. Head below for a closer look at the new Nintendo merch (pre-orders are now live and you might want to jump in while you still can).
Pad & Quill creates some of the nicest and well-made leather carriers, MacBook backpacks, and accessories out there. All coming straight from its design and manufacturing house in Minneapolis, USA, the handmade goods deliver serious staying power (I have a backpack from the brand that has been going strong for nearly a decade now – it just keeps looking better and better over time), and it is now relaunching its wonderful Gladstone collection. Consisting of everything from weekender bags and briefs to backpacks and even the re-introduction of its leather padfolio, the brand is now offering up some seriously notable pre-launch discounts so you can secure one at well below the regular price. More details below.
SANDMARC is back again today to expand its lineup of iPhone lens attachments, but this time focusing on filmmakers. Last time around it launched its new 100mm Macro photography lens to enhance your summer photography game with a more “natural, organic look,” and this time around it is looking to deliver a filmic ultra-wide aspect ratio to your iPhone videos. Head below for a closer look, moire details on the new SANDMARC Anamorphic 1.55x iPhone Lens, and an exclusive launch price just for 9to5Toys readers.
The new WD_BLACK SN850P NVMe SSD for PS5 lands today. Following the official launch of its Xbox Expansion Cards, WD is also announcing its latest solution for PlayStation 5 owners. Under its WD_BLACK moniker, it is now ready to unveil its next-generation, officially licensed internal SSD solutions for Sony’s flagship consoles known as the SN850P NVMe SSD for PS5. With enhancements across the board over the previously-available SN850, the latest iterations are now available for purchase with all of the details waiting for you below.
BuyDig is now offering some rare price drops on Hisense’s lineup of 4K Laser TVs. These combination ultra-short throw laser projectors and oversized ALR Cinema Screens deliver an enhanced movie and TV watching experience you just won’t get on your average 4K TVs out there (at least not without spending over $15,000 or much more). While they are certainly not one of the more affordable home theater options out there, a series of price drops at BuyDig are knocking the 100- and 120-inch models down to the best prices we have tracked yet. The deals now start from $1,899 shipped using code CSF23 at checkout, or about $899 under the best prices on Amazon, for as much as $1,200 in savings. Head below or a closer look at the deals.
The new WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox officially arrives today. While Seagate had the lock on the official Xbox Series X|S storage game for years, Western Digital has entered with its own solution. Finally Xbox gamers have some options when it comes to expanding their internal storage capabilities in an official capacity and the WD options start at an even lower price point right now. Head below for a closer look and more details on the now available WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox.
Update: The official Amazon listing has now dropped to the best price ever. Simply use code 2023SEGAFS at check out to drop your total down to $77.68 with the usual $22.30 shipping from Japan (fulfilled by Amazon Japan, details below).
SEGA introduced its latest miniature gaming console, known as the SEGA Genesis Mini 2 in the US or Mega Drive Mini 2 in Japan, back in summer of 2022 and it is now at the lowest price yet. While there is no domestic listing to buy one here in the US, as we reported on previously the Amazon Japan listing you’ll find right here is indeed the official way to score one. After launching at $100 with the shipping fee from Japan, this soon-to-be potentially rare collectible can now be had for $88.10with the usual $21.99 shipping fee. This is a few bucks under the previous best and a new Amazon all-time low. If you or someone you know is looking to add what seems to be the last of the mini consoles to your collection, now’s a good time to consider locking one in. Hit up our launch coverage for a closer look and head below for more details.
We now have new details and the Pikmin 4 release date. After Nintendo launched the world premiere for the upcoming entry in the series during its massive Direct presentation back in February, it’s now time for some more details on the highly-anticipated Pikmin 4. While it might have never really achieved the kind of status Mario and Zelda have among gamers, folks who love the Pikmin series really love the Pikmin series and we now know the next entry in the franchise will be hitting store shelves starting next month! Head below for today’s Pikmin 4 — Rise to the Occasion trailer and more details on the game.
The big-time Xbox summer game sale, officially known as the Deals Unlocked sale, is kicking off today! Just ahead of this weekend’s Xbox Showcase and the first major Starfield Direct, the annual summer Xbox game sale is going live from today through June 19, 2023. Every year around this time, Microsoft launches its summer sale, much like Sony did last week on the PlayStation side of things, to bolster sales during the warmer months and to give gamers a chance to scoop up some digital titles at a serious discount. Head below for more details on the Deals Unlocked Xbox summer game sale.
WaterField just debuted its new 15-inch MacBook Air sleeve just minutes after Apple introduced “the world’s best 15-inch laptop,” it’s latest MacBook Air. WaterField is ready to debut the first third-party cover we have seen yet. Carrying much of the handmade design from its previous-generation sleeves, the new 15-inch MacBook Air Folio Laptop Sleeve features a waxed canvas and ballistic nylon build alongside a patina-ready full-grain leather panel, a few color options and some strap add-ons too. Head below for a closer look.
Amazon is now offering up to $200 in savings on a range of Bose home theater audio gear to upgrade your entrainment center at a discount. Joining a host of its higher-end sound bars and this deal on its latest SoundLink Revolve+ II Bluetooth speaker, Amazon is now offering the Bose TV Speaker Soundbar at $199 shipped. Regularly $279, this is $80 and savings and the best price we can find on a new unit. Today’s deal is matching the Black Friday price we tracked last year as well as the spring deals over the last few months. However, you will find Bose refurbished units on sale for $149 shipped with the brand’s world-class warranty and re-certification program in tow (ships with the same warranty as a new unit). This is indeed the lowest price of entry and comes in at $20 under the holiday prices from last year. The Bose TV Speaker delivers a compact sound bar solution that sounds much bigger than its pay grade and form-factor might suggest. It features a pair of angled full-range Bose drivers designed for “a more realistic, spatial audio experience” that “clarifies speech as well as including both optical and HDMI audio connectivity. From there, you’ll find built-in Bluetooth action so you cam stream tunes from your smartphone in between movies and TV shows. Head below for more Bose home theater audio deals.
8Bitdo is a favorite around here, a beloved third-party controller maker for gamers everywhere, and we have just spotted its brand new Xbox Arcade Stick controller. Following the 8Bitdo Arcade Stick controller for Windows and Switch that launched way back in 2020 with a heavily Nintendo-inspired design, a new officially licensed model has just surfaced for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10. Head below for a closer look and more details.
After seeing some new designs on Nintendo hardware for the launch of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom last month, including the new OLED console and Pro Controller, Nintendo has now unveiled some new pastel Joy-Con for the summer. It has been a long while since we last saw some kind of refreshed colorways for Nintendo’s official miniature Switch controllers, but it is channeling some summer fun today with the launch of its new soft pastel treatments. Head below for a closer look.
The Days of Play PlayStation sale is here and will be kicking off any time now (if it isn’t already by the time you’re reading this) as promised. It is easily one of the biggest PlayStation sales of the year, including everything from PlayStation Plus membership plans and merchandise to huge price drops on PS4 and PS5 games, DualSense controllers, and much more. While it remains to be seen if the new DualSense Edge pro controller (full review here) or PS VR2 units will get in on the festivities, all of the best deals across the entire realm of PlayStation will be ready and waiting for you down below in this roundup of the best Days of Play PlayStation deals.
Amazon is now offering the Lavazza Expert Classy Plus Single Serve Espresso and Coffee Machine for $113.75 shipped. Regularly $271 directly from Lavazza and currently trending in the $250 range at Amazon, this is a nearly 55% price drop and the lowest we can find. It is also matching the Amazon all-time low and only the second time we have ever seen it under $184. This model delivers an elevated single-serve experience at home with both coffee and espresso Lavazza pod options (here’s some that are currently on sale) alongside an option for macchiato, cappuccino, and lattes via the integrated milk frother. Double shot functionality, a 42-ounce water tank you won’t have to refill before every cup, and the adjustable cup tray that supports a wide range of drinking vessels highlight the feature list. Head below for more details.
Today SwitchBot is announcing its new smart Wireless Hygrometer Thermometer. The brand has been delivering smart thermometers, switches, and some more unique smart home gear like its Button Pusher that transforms basic light switches and things of that nature into smart ones as well as its smart curtain motor. But today it has turned its attention to new indoor/outdoor smart Hygrometer Thermometer and is launching with a solid 20% or more discount. Head below for a closer look.
It is now time for all today’s best deals on Android games and apps courtesy of Google Play. Be sure to wrap your new Google Pixel 7a in Case-Mate’s latest Slim Fit Case while it’s at its best price yet and then dive into today’s Samsung Galaxy tablet Gold Box sale for up to $220 off various models starting from $105. But for now, it’s all about the apps with highlights including titles like Kiwanuka, Spirit, Out of the Box, Aftermath, Quick Reminders & To Do, and more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals.
Today Audio Technica is launching the return of its tasty retro portable turntable lovingly dubbed the Sound Burger. After its initial release some 40 years ago, the Sound Burger made a triumphant, albeit short-lived and very limited, return in 2022 as part of the company’s 60th anniversary. After the limited-edition retro-red Sound Burger run sold out in days across the world, AT went back to the drawing board to modernize the experience, and it’s now ready to unleash the new AT-SB727 Sound Burger – Portable Bluetooth Turntable to the world. Head below for more details and a closer look.
