Justin Kahn

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 While the T7 was superseded by the T7 Shield last year (full review here), it delivers nearly identical specs outside of the ridged rubberized shell on the latest model.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.  

Update: Pre-orders on the new WD_BLACK 1TB C50 Expansion Card for Xbox are now live on Amazon at $149.99 shipped. Officially releases on July 7, 2023. 

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 $88.10 with 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. 

Update: Walmart is now offering Pikmin 4 pre-orders at the regular $59.99 shipped with an exclusive steel water bottle for FREE. 

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. 

Update: Pre-orders now live at GameStop and Amazon: Pink/Yellow or Green/Purple.

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. 

After what was for some a less than exciting batch this month, Sony has now announced the PlayStation Plus FREE games for June. Just 48 hours before the start of its major Days of Play sale event, Sony has taken to the official PlayStation Blog to unveil the June PS Plus freebies. We have arguably the best basketball simulation on the way, a moody, ultra-stylized cinematic action-adventure, and an original Jurassic World narrative. Head below for more details on next month’s batch of free PlayStation Plus games. 

After the introduction of its new Nommo V2 speakers earlier this month, Razer has now expanded its audio lineup with a new pair of gaming earbuds. “Reforged to revolutionize the soundstage,” the new Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed earbuds have now been upgraded and enhanced to make a triumphant return and attempt to convince gamers to get rid of those clunky over-ear headsets. Leveraging “game-changing versatility and best-in-class connectivity,” the new Razer gaming earbuds are now available for purchase, and you can get all of the details down below. 

Looking for a quick and inexpensive 4K TV for the guest room or lake house? Best Buy’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its 55-inch Insignia Class F30 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV for $259.99 shipped. Regularly $400 and currently matched directly at Best Buy, this is $140 off the going rate and the best we can find. Now among the lowest priced models from a brand we recognize in the 55-inch category, this is also the best we have tracked on Amazon. No, it’s not going to keep up with the more pricey models out there, but it’s not supposed to either. It’s just a solid, affordable 55-inch display that delivers 4K resolutions with direct access to all of your streaming services via the Amazon Fire TV ecosystem. On top of that, you can also use Alexa-based voice commands and it even supports Apple’s AirPlay 2 – not something we see very often on 4K TVs under $300. HDR 10, a USB port, ethernet, and three HDMI inputs (one with eARC audio passthrough) are also present here. More details below. 

While the flagship Series X console is now readily available for purchase at full price via Amazon, Monoprice is now giving folks a chance to score the all-digital Series S at $199.99 shipped. Certified refurbished from Microsoft, this is a notable chance to land a current-generation machine for the kids, a spare room, the lake house, or otherwise without paying anywhere near full price. The new units carry a regular price tag at $300 (currently $280 from trusted Amazon third-party sellers) while the Amazon renewed units are fetching $259. This refurbished listing includes a 90-day manufacturer’s limited warranty and has been “put through a rigorous certification process, tested to confirm it’s working properly, and inspected for hardware and cosmetic quality.” It also ships with the console itself, one Xbox Wireless Controller, and the power cable. Head below for more details. 

Rode has just debuted its new Streamer X capture card and audio interface. Rode – a brand best known for its relatively affordable microphones and audio gear – stepped into the game streaming space in a major way late last year with the debut of its Rode X lineup. First launching with the Rode XCM 50 and XDM 100 microphones, this week it is debuting the next piece of its streaming collection with the Streamer X. An integrated streaming hub of sorts, it combines a professional video capture card, audio interface, and control surface alongside microphone inputs and more into a compact desktop device to run your entire broadcast through. Now available for purchase at select retailers, you’ll want to head below for a closer look and more details. 

Microsoft has now launched a spring Xbox accessory sale event with deals on its wireless Xbox controllers and its Stereo Headset. But one standout here has to be the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 controller down at $144.99 $139.99 shipped via Amazon. Regularly $180, this is among the lowest we have tracked this year and the best we can find. While you will find the newer, trimmed down Core models starting from $100 right here, the original Elite Series 2 delivers a more extensive package with additional hardware attachments and customization potential without purchasing the separate add-on pack. Adjustable-tension thumbsticks, wrap-around rubberized grip, and shorter hair trigger locks are just some of the features here alongside custom profiles you can recall for various titles as well as swappable thumbstick toppers, D-pads, and paddles. The 40-hour battery life is also joined by “interchangeable components and exclusive button mapping options.” Get a deeper look in our hands-on review right here and you can compare it to the newer Core model here. Additional deals and details below. 

After what could only be described as a truly epic summer PlayStation Showcase (I cannot wait for this MGS3 remake!), Sony has announced its massive annual Days of Play sale. For the last few years, Sony has launched a wide-ranging summer sale loaded with price drops on its subscription services and hardware that sits alongside a giant collection of digital game deals and more. Now, after taking to its official PlayStation Blog to detail this year’s festivities, we know everything will kick off early Friday morning and all of the details you need to know to prepare are waiting down below. 

Joining a series of Memorial Day sales on iPhone gear from Pad & Quill, Twelve South, MUJJO, and others, it’s time for Casely to get in on the discounts. The brand is well-known for its fun and vibrant covers for all of Apple’s and Samsung’s Galaxy handsets alongside the recently-expanded art collection loaded with prints of famous works that debuted for the 2023 Met Gala. They don’t just look pretty though, they are solid iPhone cases that provide all of the usual fixings alongside some scratch and drop protection. But best of all, the entire site is now 35% off for the holiday weekend. Head below for a closer look at the promo code. 

The Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake is actually coming! Sony took the stage yesterday with what could be described as white an epic summer showcase. Loaded with exciting new indie games, gameplay blowouts of the new Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Spider-Man 2, but one of the most exciting reveals of the show would have to be the Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake. Naked Snake is making a triumphant return on modern hardware, and I couldn’t be any more excited for it. The teaser trailer was short and sweet, but there was much to be gleamed from the announcement alongside some new in-engine screenshots and the Metal Gear Solid Master Collection: Volume 1. So let’s go over everything down below. 

meross is brand we feature around here quite a bit with its range of HomeKit and Google Assistant smart plugs, bulbs, and more, but today its official Amazon store is offering a notable deal on its new Essential Oil Diffuser. Just recently landing on Amazon at the top of the month, the regularly $29 unit is now seeing its first drop (and subsequent Amazon all-time low) down at $22.99. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to score today’s nearly 25% price drop as well. Ready to amp up your aromatherapy and make the house smell lovely all year round, it features micro-pore atomization technology “for filtering large water particles” and transforming them into a fine mist that moisturizes the air. It carries four timer modes and two misting options as well as a 400ml capacity, compatibility with all typical essential oils, and a light ring with seven color options for added ambiance. More details below. 

Welcome to the 2023 PlayStation Showcase! E3 might have been officially cancelled this year, but the big summer gaming presentations are kicking off today with the official PlayStation Showcase – and it’s going to be a big one by the sounds of it. Last week unveiled its plans for today’s showcase, and this isn’t going to be some regular State of Play event, but rather an official PlayStation Showcase that will be loaded with reveals, announcements, and updates on the biggest and best games on the platform. It all starts at 1 p.m PT/4 p.m. ET and you watch it down below. 

ROKFORM – a brand we have featured a few times this year already – has now introduced its new Samsung Galaxy golf case for the S23 lineup. Described as the “first-ever” golf case for the Samsung Galaxy S23, ROKFORM is bringing over its Eagle 3 iPhone case design to Samsung’s latest handsets with its patented magnetic features “for golfers who want the benefit of a slim, protective design that can easily attach to a golf cart.” Head below for a closer look and more details on the brand new Eagle 3 Samsung Galaxy golf case. 

The gorgeous new Grovemade Wood Laptop Riser has arrived. Grovemade is a brand we have come to love over the years for its use of premium materials and keen sense of design in the tech and desktop accessory space. Having featured a number of the brand’s previous releases, from the new leather desk pads and Apple keyboard trays to wooden MacBook docks and MagSafe charging stands, it’s now time to take a look at its new and improved MacBook riser stand. Standing out from the pack with its usual use of higher-end natural materials, felt, and brushed aluminum, you’ll want to head below for a closer look at the now available new Grovemade Wood Laptop Riser. 

Update 5/24: Pre-orders are now live on the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition Android gaming controller at $99.99 via Amazon 

Update: Be sure to head over to 9to5Google for a deeper breakdown of what to expect from the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition for Android. 

A new PlayStation Android controller has arrived from Sony and Backbone. The original Xbox Android Backbone is lauded by many as one of the best mobile gaming controllers ever since its initial release. After that, the development team collaborated with Sony to create the PlayStation Edition – essentially the first official iPhone controller for PlayStation – and now it’s time for the Android side of things. Taking to the official PlayStation Blog today, Sony is “excited to now offer” the new Backbone One PlayStation Edition for Android, available for purchase at $99.99. Be sure to head below for a closer look and more details. 

Update: The new Spark Go is now available for purchase on Amazon.

Following the success of its full-size variant, Positive Grid has since released the MINI version we previously went hands-on with and, now, the new Spark GO mini guitar amp, Bluetooth speaker, and audio interface. Designed as an all-in-one intelligent audio device for guitar players, the Spark Go is the most portable model in the lineup, allowing musicians to carry the brand’s smart sound design tech and jam-along features with them just about anywhere while delivering typical wireless listening and recording capabilities. We have now had a chance to really crank the mini amp up to 11 for a couple of weeks and are ready to weigh in with our impressions as part of the latest entry to the Tested with 9to5Toys series.

The latest Peak Design camera hand strap has surfaced. Peak Design is an accessory brand we have been featuring around here for a few years. It is the creator of the Everyday iPhone and Galaxy cases with the fabric-wrapped treatment, this fantastic all-metal MagSafe car mount we reviewed recently (it’s easily one of the best I’ve ever used), and more, but in many ways, it is best known for its photography accessories. Those include everything from its popular Anchor links, camera leashes, tripods, and more for DLSR models and the like. But it has just recently unveiled its latest piece of kit with the new Micro Clutch – “a beautiful, functional hand strap specially designed for mirrorless cameras.” Head below for a closer look at how to land one at a discount ahead of this summer’s launch.

Some new Mario Switch Online games are on the way. While Switch gamers everywhere all still sky high in the latest Zelda release, Nintendo has now announced some new additions to its Game Boy Advance Switch Online library. After a series of more obscure and let’s call it, cult classic-status additions to its growing online library of retro games, it’s time for everyone’s favorite plumber to get in on the action. After the launch of its Game Boy titles back in February that already featured quite a notable catalogue of games, Nintendo is now set to add three new Mario adventures to the list. Head below for more details. 

The new UGREEN Steam Deck hub is getting an official launch today. Known as the UGREEN 6-in-1 Docking Station for Steam Deck, it is designed to expand the connectivity options of Valve’s portable PC gaming rig significantly at a relatively affordable price (it is already marked down on Amazon for the launch), providing additional USB ports, Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI, and more. While the Steam Deck had some new competition enter the marketplace last week with the official launch of the new ASUS ROG Windows 11 Ally portable PC gaming handheld, folks sticking with the Valve machine will want to head below for a closer look at the new UGREEN Steam Deck hub.

Today Mackie is introducing its new all-in-one content creator and podcasting workstation known as the Mackie DLZ Creator Adaptive Digital Mixer. Delivering a complete podcasting and broadcasting recording rig, it features a large touchscreen display, a series of microphone inputs, a built-in sample/stinger trigger section, all of the headphone outputs you’ll need, and more – you can even record your work directly onto the machine with microSD support if you want. It essentially combines just about all of the most important elements of a good broadcast into a single unit and we have had a chance to give it a test run over the last couple weeks ahead of today’s official reveal. Head below for a closer look.

Update: Mortal Kombat 1 pre-orders are now live from $70:

• PS5 standard $70
• Xbox Series X/S standard $70
• Switch standard $70
• PS5 Premium Edition $110
• Xbox Series X/S Premium Edition $110
• Switch standard Premium Edition $110

After teasers surfaced yesterday, the brand new Mortal Kombat 1 has been officially unveiled. Set for releases in September, “a new era has begun.” The game will feature “a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe” to usher in a new era of the iconic fighting franchise with new battle mechanics, game modes, and an overhauled version of the infamous fatality system. Pre-orders on the new game are set to kick off tomorrow with with some special bonuses alongside details on early Beta access starting this summer. Head below for more and the debut trailer. 

Particula, makers of the GoCube connected Rubik’s Cube-like device, is introducing a new robotic chess board today. Officially known as GoChess and looking to capitalize on the “growing popularity” of chess in the wake of the Covid pandemic, the new smart chess board is looking to “revolutionize the way chess is played and learned, be it face-to-face, online, or with AI.” Head below for a closer look, more details, and a chance at landing a pre-order with a solid discount.