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.
PlayStation VR2 has been officially unveiled at CES 2022. After getting some very light details on the system way back in February of last year followed by the reveal of the unique orb-style controllers, Sony has taken the actual headset to the Vegas Strip for CES 2022. Now officially known as PlayStation VR2, Sony still hasn’t given us a look at the actual headset just yet, but we do now know quite a bit about the specs as well as the big exclusive title known as PSVR2: Horizon Call of the Mountain. Head below for more details.
TCL is showcasing the latest iteration of its wearable display smart glasses at CES this year. Not to be confused with a VR or augmented reality headset, the new NxtWear Air are essentially a wearable display in the form of a pair of sunglasses. The updates appear to be a marked improvement over the previous generation NxtWear G – TCL has reduced the weight some folks weren’t too keen on and ditched the arguably ridiculous looking design for something far more street worthy. Head below for a closer look at the new wearable display glasses from TCL.
The V-MODA CES 2022 launch has arrived with a new special edition version of its brilliant Crossfade 2 Wireless Headphones featuring classic Rolling Stones iconography. As far as we can tell from the official press release, these are the same premium Crossfade 2 Wireless Headphones we have come to love from the brand, just with some interesting decals on the ear cups from the “world’s greatest rock and roll band.” Head below for a closer look at this year’s V-MODA CES 2022 launch.
As expected, JBL speakers are getting an overhaul ahead of CES 2022 this year with the latest editions in its party lineup as well as the more modest Boombox family. JBL’s speakers are easily some of the more attractive and high-quality in the marketplace without completely destroying the bank account, although today’s three new announcements certainly aren’t on the more affordable side of things when it comes to the brand’s stable of portable sound makers. Head below for a closer look at the new JBL speakers getting announced ahead of CES 2022.
It’s time for some CES SSD action. SK hynix – the “world’s second largest memory maker” – is taking its brand-new PCIe NVMe Gen 4.0 SSD to the Consumer Electronics Show this year. Hot off the presses, the new SK hynix Platinum P41 is the latest addition to its already popular and comparatively affordable lineup of Gold P31 and Gold S31 solid state solutions, both of which will remain part of the available lineup. With an “industry-leading” endurance rating alongside some additional spec benchmarks for the brand, the 2022 CES SSD unveils just got a little bit more interesting with the new SK hynix Platinum P41. Head below for a closer look.
The new CASETiFY Squid Game AirPods Pro case featuring the show’s animatronic Young-hee doll is the next product to get the Tested with 9to5Toys treatment. Are the Squid Game AirPods Pro cases the same quality and build as other CASETiFY models? Does the art get in the way of the functionality of your Apple charging case? And will the Young-hee artwork come to life in the middle of the night and force me to play children’s games to the death? Yes, no, and maybe. Head below for our review of the Young-hee Squid Game AirPods Pro Case in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys.
Today we are getting our first look at the new Oral-B iO10 with iOSense. Originally introduced in 2020, Oral-B is taking its iO smart brushing technology to the next level at CES 2022. Headlined by its CES Innovation Award Honoree, the Oral-B iO10 with iOSense, the brand is unveiling “its latest digital health innovations for improved oral care health, access and education at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show.” The new iO10 is the latest model in the lineup that provides the “ultimate” countertop coach for improving oral care with a system that is, according to Oral -B, particularly tailored to your needs. Head below for a closer look.
Welcome to our roundup of the best iPhone 13 cases of 2021. After going hands-on with a massive collection of iPhone 13 cases this year, it’s time to crown the best. This is no small feat, but some clear standouts have emerged in the most important categories. These cases have designs and materials that just look and feel better in person than they ought to, along with some interesting new tech advancements. These aren’t just the most cost-effective products brands can come up with to meet Apple’s latest spec sheet. Head below for a look at our picks for the best iPhone 13 cases of the year.
Let’s dive into the new Totallee iPhone 13 MagSafe Case: Totallee’s barely there iPhone cases have been lauded across the inter-webs for the super-thin approach, branding-free design, and lightweight form factor, but one thing has always been missing here: built-in MagSafe functionality. 9to5Toys readers will already know it just recently brought that familiar MagSafe logo and built-in magnetic functionality to its lineup when it launched the first-of-its-kind model to its lineup earlier this month, and now it’s time to take a hands-on look. Head below for our review of the Totallee Transparent iPhone 13 MagSafe Case as part of our ongoing Tested with 9to5Toys series.
After reviewing the Custom Number Patch model previously, today we are taking a closer look at the CASETiFY Squid Game Young-hee iPhone 13 Case. This one features that terrifyingly adorable death doll from the hit Netflix show’s red light-green light game with a confetti-style CASETiFY logo treatment and has to be my personal favorite design from the collection. Also available for all iPhone models from 7 and up as well as Samsung Galaxy smartphones, be sure to head below for our hands-on review of the CASETiFY Young-hee Squid Game Case in the latest entry to the Tested with 9to5Toys series.
It’s that time of year again, and your massive collection of the best Mac and iOS app deals is now waiting down below. Every year in the run up to the big day at the end of December, the App Store explodes with notable price drops on many of the best games and apps for your Mac and iOS setup, and 2021 is no exception. Whether it’s 50% off Pixelamator Pro, giant price drops on the beloved Final Fantasy series, new all-time lows, or some of the best casual puzzlers you can get your hands on, now’s the time to load up your libraries for the holidays and beyond. Head below for our list of the best Mac and iOS app deals.
Welcome to our master list of the best Android apps and games on sale for the holidays. Much like year’s past, Google Play is now offering solid price drops on a massive collection of top-tier titles to enjoy over the holiday break, or just to add to your library at a discount for a later time. As per usual at this time of year, our selection is dominated by games from some of the most celebrated developers out there, but you’ll also find some handy productivity apps and more as well. Head below for all of the best holiday Android app and game deals.
Amazon is offering a 3-pack of its handy Amazon Basics Silicone Non-Stick Baking Mats for $10.69 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25 with arrival before Christmas at the time of writing. Regularly up to $15 over the last few months, this is nearly 30% off, within about $1 of the Black Friday price, and a perfect time to scoop some up for gifts or New Years baking. You’re getting three assorted sizes here (9 x13 inch, 9.85 x 14.76 inch and 16.5 x 11.6 inch) to make your upcoming baking projects a little easier. Oven-safe up to 480-degrees, there’s “no need for oil, cooking sprays, or parchment paper” with a pack of these waiting in the cupboard. More details below.
Pad & Quill is introducing a pair of new TechFolio leather cord organizers. Handmade with a 25-year warranty attached, these new folios are designed to provide a luxurious and well-made home for all of your cables, chargers, cards, AirTag holders, and more. And best of all, both the classic standard model as well as the larger PRO variant are available at 15% off with shipping starting this week. Head below for all of the details.
Casely — makers of wild and fun iPhone case designs, AirPods gear, wallets, phone rings, and more — is now offering 9to5 readers an exclusive 30% off everything sitewide. However, if you’re looking to score a big haul of gear, Casely is also running a buy two items and get two for FREE promotion, yielding some of the best prices of the year and matching its Black Friday event. If you’re interested in its TikTok-worthy accessories, like the new Swatch It Up iPhone case design, now’s the time to cash in. Head below for more details.
While some folks weren’t overly pleased with the more expensive tier, Nintendo has just added some new SEGA Switch Online games to the Expansion package to make it more digestible. Nintendo launched the more pricey option for its Switch Online eco-system back in October, bringing some absolutely classic titles from its beloved Nintendo 64 library to NSO alongside some brilliant SEGA games with matching wireless gamepads (you have literally a few hours maximum to enter our FREE giveaway of the hard-to-get wireless N64 controller). The SEGA list, starting right now, just got even deeper with five additional titles being added to the mix for Expansion Pack members, including the cult classic Altered Beast. Head below for a closer look.
It’s time for our CASETiFY Squid Game iPhone case review. Initially launching to the public back at the top of the month, just in time to get them under the tree, CASETiFY teamed up with Netflix for the first-ever official ‘Squid Game’ tech accessory collection. Today we are taking a look at The Player Custom Number Patch Case. They are available for all Apple handsets from iPhone 7 and up as well as Samsung Galaxy devices. So be sure to head below to decide if you’re in or out on the new Player Custom Number Patch Squid Game iPhone case in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys entry.
Nintendo is now offering My Nintendo members a chance to bring home this sweet little Legend of Zelda Phone Ring Holder. All you’ll need to do is part with 500 Platinum points and pay for the shipping fee (varies at around $5 to $7). Essentially a miniature version of the incredible Hylian Shield statue we featured yesterday, this is a 1.6-inch by 1.8-inch phone ring holder you can stick on the back of your phone (without or without a case). Head below for more details.
Today we are taking a closer look at the epic new Hylian Shield statue from The Legend of Zelda Breath of Wild. Straight from Nintendo’s ground-breaking 2017 entry into the long-running series, First4Figures now has its latest collectible figure up for pre-order with a nice early bird price drop in tow. As we all anxiously await more details and the release date for Breath of the Wild 2 (or whatever it might be called, gameplay footage here), this might be the most epic collectible inspired by the original we have seen yet and a must-have for any hardcore fan of the series. Head below for a closer look at The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Hylian Shield statue.
Update 5/17/21: After showing off the full range of PlayStation console covers back in December 2021, Sony has now taken to the official PlayStation Blog with details on the rest of the lineup going up for pre-order. The Starlight Blue, Galactic Purple, and Nova Pink colorways, that already having matching DualSense controllers, are now available for pre-order directly from the PlayStation Store online “for customers in the US, UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg.” They will begin shipping on June 17, 2021.
New and very much official PS5 console covers are on the way from Sony alongside some additional colorways of its DualSense controller. Now joining the previously released Cosmic Red and Midnight Black, Sony has now unveiled new accessories coming to its PlayStation 5 lineup with Nova Pink, Starlight Blue, and Galactic Purple controllers and PS5 console covers. After battling third-party manufacturers trying to kit out the stark white PS5 with new wing cases, Sony has taken matters into its own hands to offer up a slew of new PS5 console covers in various colorways including all of the aforementioned options as well as black and red variants to match the now expanded DualSense controller lineup. Head below for more details and a closer look.
We now have some exclusive price drops on the rarely discounted MUJJO full grain leather iPhone 13 cases and more just for 9to5 readers ahead of the holidays. Very seldom ever seeing any price drops and regularly landing in our yearly roundups of the best options out there every September when Apple unleashes its latest, the gorgeous full-grain vegetable tanned leather MUJJO cases (also lined with Japanese microfiber) are now sitting at some of the best prices of the year with quick and easy Prime shipping via its official Amazon dealer. And while the direct 10% off our code brings doesn’t seem like all that much, in the case of the MUJJO full grain leather iPhone 13 cases it actually is, and there are ways to get those prices down even lower below the fold.
Let’s take look at the best gifts for musicians, beat makers, audiophiles, and guitar geeks. It’s time for my annual lineup of options you (most likely) won’t find on those played-out boring lists that litter the internet every year. Most musicians already have what they need, or just want something that’s far too pricey for most folks to purchase as gifts. While you will find some options that are a bit more expensive than most would like this year, I’ve tried to include some gear that’s lesser-known, incredibly useful, and not something every musician and home producer already has. Hit the fold for our picks of the best gifts for musicians, beat makers, audio nerds, and guitar geeks.
After offering 9to5 readers an exclusive 30% off its existing 2021 models, Totallee is now launching is first minimalist MagSafe iPhone 13 model. One of our favorite case makers in the barely-there, branding-free category, Totallee is now jumping into the Apple magnet game with its new clear and black transparent model featuring that coveted MagSafe logo for compatibility with the wide range of stick-on accessories out there, and more. Head below the fold for a closer look at the new Totallee minimalist MagSafe iPhone 13 case and how to score 30% off right now.
After seeing its handcrafted wallets come back in stock alongside the launch of the Valet Leather 14 and 16-inch MacBook Bags, Pad & Quill is now introducing its new leather and felt iPad Pro case. The new Bradford Magnetic Leather and Wool Felt iPad Pro Case are part of the brand’s holiday “Leather Drop” campaign that is introducing (and bringing back) some new Apple gear accessories and wardrobe add-ons. The latest leather and felt iPad Pro case from Pad & Quill starts at $129.95, but this is 9to5Toys after all, so you’ll find a nice 20% off holiday coupon ready and waiting below the fold.
After launching its new Hello Kitty collection yesterday, it’s time to look at the new colorway for arguably the best smartphone sanitizer on the market, the simplehuman cleanstation. There are certainly more affordable solutions out there, but simplehuman’s gorgeously elegant cleanstation with laser-cut edges and 30-second cleaning action is easily one of the best. Now available in a matte silver finish “to match your tech devices,” head below for a closer look at one of the best smartphone sanitizer options out there.
The simplehuman Hello Kitty collaboration has arrived. Simplehuman – makers of gorgeous and intelligent home goods and accessories – is introducing its new Hello Kitty collection today with a pair of themed round step stainless steel trash cans and its liquid sensor soap pump. Now available for purchase from $40 and coming in matching gold- or silver-accented designs, these would make for a wonderful gift option for the Hello Kitty fans on your list. Head below for a closer look.
As part of its Technology Day showcase, Sony unleashed a next-generation prototype of an 8K VR headset. With dual OLED displays in tow, this technology might very well end up inside of a PlayStation virtual reality rig sometime down the line, as well as catering to host other applications in the medical, industrial, and entertainment industries. With a focus on a super high-resolution experience, it is also looking to mitigate motion sickness some gamers experience with these sorts of headsets, among many other things. Head below for a closer look.
We have spotted some interesting and official new Discord mechanical keyboards with 100% of proceeds going directly to charity. The folks over at Discord are teaming up with Kono for the latest release in its merchandise line, the Snowsgiving 2021 Discord TKL Mechanical Keyboard. Now available for pre-order in a dark or light theme, with your choice of mechanical switches, some interesting add-on novelty keycaps, and more, head below for a closer look and more details.
The Silicon Valley-based accessory maker HYPER is launching an updated version of its flagship HyperDrive USB-C hub for MacBook Pro today (should be live any minute now) known as the HyperDrive DUO PRO. This form-fitting, milled aluminum hub – an update to what HYPER refers to as “the world’s most crowdfunded USB-C hub” ever – brings the brand’s detail-focused, feature-rich design to Apple’s latest 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros while retaining compatibility with every other MacBook released from 2016 on. The original raised over $3.1 million during its crowdfunding campaign, and HYPER is launching the HyperDrive DUO PRO on Indiegogo today with a solid 50% price drop for early backers. Alongside a flawless track record with crowdfunded product launches, the company is scheduled to begin shipping its new USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro starting next month. Head below for a closer look at the new HyperDrive DUO PRO.
After launching its biggest deals of the year for Cyber Monday (some of which are still live), Pad & Quill just dropped its brand new Valet Leather MacBook Bags for the 14 and 16-inch models. Now launching at $209 and $239 respectively, our special code (found below) will knock 15% off both size options so you can score a sweet deal and still have one under the tree in time for this year’s festivities. Free shipping is available on both and you’ll will want to jump below the fold to score the early launch deals.
CASETiFY Squid Game iPhone cases have arrived. In fact, the upcoming Squid Game x CASETiFY lineup features covers for Apple’s latest iPhone 13 handsets (plus previous-generation models) as well as Samsung Galaxy devices and even a themed-magnetic wireless charger. Squid Game — Netflix’s most popular show in history – has taken the world by storm and now its iconography is here to grace your most precious EDC. Head below for closer look at the CASETiFY Squid Game iPhone cases.
Here is your breakdown of the best Black Friday home and kitchen deals on tap this year. The deals are already going live and we are expecting some seriously insane doorbusters in the kitchen category, much like year’s past. Instant Pot, Anova, Always Pan, and Keurig are expected to dominate attention in the kitchen, while Anker, Roborock, iRobot, and more will take care of the rest of the house for you. We have taken some time to outline some of the hottest upcoming offers as well as a massive collection of deals that are already live right now for you down below. There are hundreds of dollars in savings and some of the best prices of the year awaiting. Head below for your breakdown of the best Black Friday home and kitchen deals.
It’s now time to take a look at the best Black Friday smart home deals. Much like some of the other Best of Black Friday guides we have already brought you, many of the most notable deals are already live right now, ahead of next week’s festivities. There’s not even much room to budge for those doorbuster offers that sell out in seconds. The trend is continuing here with rock-bottom pricing already live on Google Nest gear, ecobee, Amazon Echo devices, and even the sought-after Nanoleaf lighting you’re looking to get under the tree this year. So jump below the fold to check out all of this year’s best Black Friday smart home deals now.
Happy Pokémon launch day, Trainers! Pokémon Shining Pearl and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond are officially out in the wild. If you’re still looking to secure a copy of Pokémon Shining Pearl and/or Brilliant Diamond, we’ve put together some handy links to do so below with some great ways to potentially save some cash on day one alongside some of the latest collectibles and more for all of the Trainers on your holiday shopping list.
We have already previewed the best upcoming Apple, Amazon, console gaming, LEGO, PC gear, fashion, and more price drops, but now it’s time to scope out the best Black Friday headphone deals on the horizon. In fact, some of the most notable advertised prices are already live on this year’s most sought-after sets, including the all-new Bose ANC over-ears, with solid price drops on the way for Beats true wireless models, Sony’s most popular cans, and more. Head below for a closer look at the best Black Friday headphone deals.
Mario Kart Live Black Friday deals are right around the corner now, and Nintendo just issued a FREE update enabling split-screen multiplayer action. This is great news for folks looking to pick up (another) one of Nintendo’s augmented reality Mario Kart Live Home Circuit sets as you’ll now be able to play multiplayer with only one Switch system in the household via split-screen action. Head below for more details.
Sony has now (sort of) unveiled the official PlayStation Black Friday deals. Taking to the official PlayStation Blog today, Sony has now unleashed the absolutely gigantic list of PlayStation 4, PS5, and PS VR titles that will be going on sale starting tomorrow via the PlayStation Store. You’ll also find some price drops available on DualSense wireless controller bundles as well as a selection of apparel, accessories, collectables, and more via the PlayStation Gear store. Head below for a closer look at what will be on tap in the official PlayStation Black Friday sale below.
Heads up Pokémon fans, we are now tracking some particularly notable price drops on Pokémon Shining Pearl and Pokémon Brilliant Diamond pre-orders. Alongside the highly-anticipated release of Pokémon Legends: Arceus next year, both Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl are set for release next week and we are already tracking some deep price drops. Over at Daily Steals, you can now pre-order Brilliant Diamond and/or Shining Pearl at $48.99 shipped using code ADSPKMG at checkout. Both still listed at $60 via Amazon, this is the lowest price we have tracked yet. While there is a chance we see deeper deals on Black Friday, I wouldn’t necessarily bank on what will essentially be brand new releases getting all that much more affordable than this. It is possible, but if you want to be playing on day one, now’s your chance to save some cash. Head below for more details.
It’s that time of year again where we prep folks for the best Black Friday game deals. We have already outlined what to expect from Amazon, and now it’s time to round up all of the deepest price drops on the way for PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch gamers. As I’m sure anyone reading this will already know, the console situation isn’t going to be pretty, but we will be in the trenches to make sure every possible in-stock listing for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X is front and center, much like the highly sought-after new Nintendo Switch OLED model, Black Friday console bundle, and more. Head below for a closer look and be ready to go as early as this weekend for the best chance at the lowest prices.
Smartish has now unveiled its new customizable MagSafe charger known as the Charge Dinghy. You’re looking at the Apple gear accessory maker’s new magnetic charging puck for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 devices to join the stable of new cases and accessories we featured when Apple unleashed its latest handsets. You’ll find our hands-on reviews for the brand’s MagSafe Gripmunk case that’s compatible with the new customizable MagSafe charger as well as the fabric-wrapped Smartish cable wrangler as part of our Tested with 9to5Toys series, but for now, it’s time for the new Smartish Charge Dinghy. Head below for a closer look and more details.
Hyper is back again today with its new HyperDrive – a double or triple 4K display dock for MacBook. “Ditch the dongles and get your dock on” with the new all-in-one USB-C hub that supports MacBooks ranging from way back in 2016 right up to the brand new 14 and 16-inch models. Hyper is looking to consolidate the multi-display hub experience for MacBook users with its unique new HD134 and HD156 models, for the 13/14-inch and 15/16-inch models respectively. Head below for a closer look and some early pre-sale discounts.
Microsoft took to its official Xbox Wire today to announce some new design elements for creators making use of its custom Xbox controller editor, Xbox Design Lab. Users can now employ rubberized grip customizations alongside a series of new colorways for accents as well the return of metallic finishes. Just keep in mind, it takes three or four weeks for your custom design to ship, so you might want to jump in as soon as possible if you’re looking for holiday delivery here. Head below for more details.
The official Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Black Friday ad has now arrived. As usual, we are getting quite a large selection of outdoor gear, hunting equipment, festive decor items, and apparel for the whole family. That’s on top of some smartwatches and Garmin fishing and hunting tech that adventurers on your list will love. We are tracking up to $1,000 in savings here along with rock-bottom pricing on pajamas and T-shirts, gift cards deals, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the 2021 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Black Friday ad.
The Twelve South BookBook for iPhone 13 has arrived, and we are finally ready to weigh in on the experience. Easily among the most anticipated and high-quality options to wrap your new Apple handset in, the latest edition of Twelve South’s staple vintage leather book-style cover is once again at the top of our list for the best options out there. This time around, the brand has implemented a handy magnet system with MagSafe compatibility, and it’s time to take a closer look in our Twelve South BookBook for iPhone 13 review. Head below for the latest entry to Tested with 9to5Toys series.
It is time to take a closer look at the OtterBox iPhone 13 PopSocket Case, or the Pro Otter + Pop Symmetry Series Antimicrobial Case, as it is officially known. OtterBox has been a staple in the iPhone protection business for many years, not to mention a mainstay in our yearly roundups of the best cases out there, so it’s time to see what its latest PopSocket-equipped iPhone 13 cover has in store. Head below for our OtterBox iPhone 13 PopSocket Case review in the latest entry to the Tested with 9to5Toys series.
We now have a good idea of what to expect from the Microsoft Store Black Friday 2021 sale. With the Microsoft Store’s Black Friday ad appearing a little less formal than year’s past, the retailer is highlighting nine or ten of its standout offers this year including gaming gear, laptops, PC games, Xbox Game Pass, and some of its staple software packages. Head below for a look at the upcoming Microsoft Store Black Friday sale.
Caudabe – a mainstay in our yearly iPhone case roundups – has now expanded its lineup of Apple accessories with its new leather AirPods Pro case. Known as the Crescendo, it, much like some of the Cadaube iPhone 13 cases, wraps your precious Apple earbuds case in a protective shell with a supple leather finish. Unlike some of the high-quality leather leather AirPods Pro cases out there, this one sits with a digestible $35 price tag that just got even more affordable. Head below for a closer look.
We now have a good idea of the official 2021 Nintendo Black Friday deals. As is customary, Nintendo has dropped a sneak peak at the upcoming official Nintendo Black Friday price drops, including games, the Black Friday console bundle, and more. The brand is hot on the heels of releasing its OLED-model console (be sure to enter our giveaway!) and announcing a shortage in console production through 2022, but now’s a great time to get a good idea of the Nintendo Black Friday deals set to go live starting later this month – just about all of which will be readily available at a number of major retailers come November 21, 2021, or sooner. Head below for more details on the official Nintendo Black Friday deals.
