Justin Kahn

It’s now time for all of Tuesday’s best iOS and Mac app deals. We are adding to our list of discounted astronomy apps today alongside some freebie interactive stories for the kids, health suites, cartoon creators, some solid music production gear, and more. Highlights of today’s collection include titles like Magellan Synthesizer 2, KASPAR, Pulse 24, Star Walk 2, Toon Blocks, StoryToys Haunted House, and more. Hit the jump for a complete look at all of today’s most notable Mac and iOS app deals.
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Next up, we are taking a closer look at the 2020 Amazon Small Business Gift Guide. After seeing what its tech, home, beauty, and toy sections have to offer, it’s time to dive into some of the smaller operations Amazon is celebrating this year and the plethora of interesting goodies they come along with. Amazon’s small business top picks are spread across several product categories this year with loads of gift ideas under $50 and even a $10 Prime Day credit. Head below for everything.
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It is now time to take a look at the 2020 Amazon Home Gift Guide. With Black Friday closing in and the pushed-back Amazon Prime Day shopping event about a week away now, we are starting to get a better idea of what will be on tap this year. These guides don’t necessarily carry any of the upcoming holiday discounts, but they do give us a much better idea of what is on the way while providing some great ideas for gifts over the holiday season. Not to mention how it can help organize your Black Friday and Prime Day shopping to ensure you zero-in on what you really want before it sells out. Head below for a closer look.
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At the beginning of last month, Nintendo rolled out its new mixed-reality Mario Kart Live Home Circuit. Playable on your Nintendo Switch and the floor of your living room, it combines Nintendo’s penchant for interactive toys and its popular racing series in what many are describing as a magical experience. We now have all of the details below on what to expect from the new Mario Kart Live ahead of its November 2020 release date.
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Roland is introducing three new drum machines to its TR and Roland Boutique series today, highlighted by the new TR-6S. While one is a software-based version of Roland’s modernized vintage drum boxes, the other two are new portable hardware offerings with MIDI/USB connections for your Mac or PC. The TR-series has been a staple in music production for decades — arguably the series of machines that popularized electronic drum programming — and have in many ways defined the sound of some of the biggest genres over the years (hip-hop, dance, electronic, pop, and more). Hit the jump for more details.
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Update: Teenage Engineering has now introduced a new white version of its time-bending OB-4 magic radio. It is now available for pre-order at B&H and elsewhere. 

Teenage Engineering has finally unveiled its new “magic radio,” OB-4. Early leaks of the product suggested it was going to be another one of the company’s minimalistic speakers, as opposed to one of its quirky music production products. But this is Teenage Engineering after all, so there’s a lot more to this odd little contraption than meets the eye. Head below for a closer look at the OB-4’s time-bending FM receiver and hidden features. Expand Expanding Close

The Pokemon Company hosted a special presentation this morning detailing the new Sword and Shield expansion, The Crown Tundra, and other things. Players have already spent more than enough time in the first half of the game’s expansion pack, Isle of Armor, but we now have more details and next month’s release date for The Crown Tundra (TCT). Head below for all of the details from today’s presentation and a closer look at the all new wintery tundra region.
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Folks waited many years for the latest mainline Pokemon RPG, and it looks like new details on Sword and Shield DLC will soon be available. The game’s expansion pack carries two DLC add-on bundles including the already available Isle of Armor and what will likely be the topic of tomorrow’s special Pokemon presentation, The Crown Tundra. Head below for all of the details.
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As part of Nintendo’s continued effort to provide its player base with a constant string of free content, today we are getting our first look at the new Animal Crossing Halloween update for New Horizons. Earlier this month, Nintendo issued the fall update with new creatures to catch, materials to craft, and trinkets to collect, and, as expected, next month is all about pumpkins, costumes, and a special trick-or-treat event. Head below for the Animal Crossing Halloween update trailer and more details.
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While the Sonic 30th Anniversary doesn’t officially kick-off until 2021, we’re already starting to see some new gear from Funko Pop! as well as a solid pre-order deal on the new Sonic the Hedgehog Encyclo-speed-ia. While Nintendo might have just kicked off the SEGA 60th Anniversary sale (started in 1960), we are now turning our attention to the brand’s world-famous hedgehog. Head below for details on the early Sonic 30th Anniversary gear.
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The new Seagate 1TB Xbox Series X Game Drive is now up for pre-order. Ever since it was unveiled in March, we correctly guessed it would fall between $200 and $250 with the new 1TB Series S/X add-on now officially landing at $220. Not only is that a pricey proposition for gamers who already have or are going to spend upwards of $500 for the console itself, the hefty price tag also highlights how expensive it’s going to be to expand storage for next-generation games that won’t run any other way. More details below.
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Today we are taking a closer look at the Tula Mic. The new USB microphone comes by way of the the same folks responsible for the high-end, Russian-made Soyuz tube mics, like this $4,000 017 TUBE V2, as an all-in-one solution for content creators, podcasters, and more. Combining a high-quality USB microphone with what is essentially a mobile recorder, the Tula combines expert engineering with a focus on practicality and affordability. Head below for more details.
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It looks like a new Kirby game — Kirby Fighters 2 —  is on the way for Nintendo Switch. The sequel appeared briefly on Nintendo’s website without ever being officially announced before the site became inaccessible, and the game was subsequently taken down. However, the folks over at Siliconera and Twitter user Wario64 captured some screenshots and details regarding the presumably upcoming Kirby fighting game. All of the details are down below. 
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The new PowerA Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X charging gear and controllers are now available for pre-order. PowerA has been releasing some of the best and most affordable peripherals for Microsoft’s consoles for a long time now with its latest lineup of charging stations and a host of new Enhanced Wired Controllers for Microsoft’s latest consoles now available at Amazon and beyond. While you might still be trying to get lucky with a Series S/X order, you can also head below for more details on the new “officially licensed for Xbox Series S/X” gear from PowerA.
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Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X pre-orders officially kick-off today at various retailers. Unlike the PlayStation 5 pre-order disaster, Microsoft has left us with a neat and tidy schedule to prepare for its next-generation of gaming. Here’s to hoping Xbox Series S/X stock is in good order and the listings will stay live for more than a split second, but only time will tell now. Your best bet is to ready your favorite retailer(s) Xbox Series S/X listing for the moment it goes live to ensure you’re ready to go on day one. Head below for quick links and more details.
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Big news today from the Xbox camp has officially confirmed Microsoft’s acquisition of Bethesda parent company ZeniMax Media — one of the largest independent game publishers on the planet. ZeniMax Media owns a number of the biggest and historically relevant game development studios out there including, but not limited to, id Software, Arkane Studios, Tango Gameworks, and Bethesda Game Studios — subsequently welcoming a series of massive game franchises to the Xbox family from Prey and Dishonored, to DOOM, The Elder Scrolls, Wolfenstein, and Fallout. Head below for more details.
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After detailing the first-party PS5 launch lineup and the new PlayStation Plus Collection, we now have more details on PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility. While previous details from system architect Mark Cerny suggested “99%” of the PS4 library would end up playable on PlayStation 5, it looks like older PlayStation titles will not. More details below.
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Now that the biggest details are out and pre-orders have begun, it’s time to take a closer at what we know about the PlayStation 5 launch lineup. Due to a series of delays and a crazy 2020 overall, we really haven’t got a definitive list for what the actual PlayStation 5 launch games will be. While there have been some titles already confirmed, we now have a much better idea of what to expect on day one (November 12, 2020) including the new PlayStation Plus Collection. Head below for more details and a closer look at the PlayStation 5 launch lineup.
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PlayStation 5 pre-orders are scheduled to go live today. After yesterday’s PS5 showcase event, Sony announced “PS5 pre-orders will be available starting as early as tomorrow at select retailers.” While anyone who followed our coverage of the PS5 event will know some retailers went live for a brief time last night, early pre-orders for PlayStation 5 should go live again throughout the day at various retailers according to Sony. Head below for more details.
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Well, it has been a long road towards the PlayStation 5 release date and price, but today’s presentation should be the final stop before PS5 pre-orders go live. Along with fresh new looks at titles from Sony’s biggest studios and partners, we are expecting to get the official PS5 price and release date any time now. After Microsoft unleashed official pricing and pre-order dates last week, expectations moved to Sony to finally leave us with a cost of entry and start date for its next-generation of gaming. Head below to watch today’s PlayStation 5 September showcase event.
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Well, we are about one day away from this week’s showcase, which will almost certainly unveil the PS5 price and release date. Sony’s next big PS5 presentation is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon, but some new details from Bloomberg are giving us a better indication on PlayStation 5 pre-order availability as well as what could very well be pricing that undercuts the official numbers Microsoft recently unveiled for Xbox Series X/S. More details below.
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We may very well be getting the PlayStation 5 price and release date this week. Sony took to its official PlayStation Blog to announce a new showcase event scheduled for Wednesday. The upcoming presentation will be an all-digital one being billed as a last chance to take a look at some of the biggest PS5 launch titles and beyond. But considering all of the details we got from Microsoft last week, we are very much expecting to also see the official PlayStation 5 price and release date. More details below.
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Early leaks have already unveiled the new Oculus Quest VR 2. The virtual reality gaming rig is the second iteration of Facebook’s original standalone Quest VR headset that was rumored to be officially announced later this week. But a pair of promotional videos were leaked this morning to the Facebook Blueprint website, leaving us with an early look at the new headset as well some details on the internals. Head below for everything.
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Annapurna Interactive — the well-known American game publisher — is bringing some of its best releases from the past five years into one epic indie PS4 game collection. Combining physical copies of some of its most celebrated titles including Donut County, Kentucky Route Zero: TV Edition, Outer Wilds, and What Remains of Edith Finch, among others, it is a love-letter to indie game fans and collectors everywhere. Head below for a closer look and more details on the Deluxe Limited Edition version.
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During today’s Ubisoft Forward stream, the company officially unveiled the new Prince of Persia remake. Looking to follow in the footsteps of recent successful remakes of the Resident Evil franchise, Ubisoft has announced Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. We know the game will be released early next year, according to today’s announcement, and you can check out the debut announcement trailer below.
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We now have the official Xbox Series X price and release date along with even more Series S details. Yesterday we got official confirmation on the disc-less Series S as well as its $299 price point, but Microsoft has now inked an official release date for both of its upcoming flagship consoles as well as the Xbox Series X price in today’s Xbox Wire update. Head below for more details.
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Nintendo and Koei Tecmo have announced a new Zelda game today. While it might not be the Breath of the Wild 2 update you were hoping for, the new Hyrule Warriors Age of Calamity is set to explore the events that lead to the narrative told in Nintendo’s latest Legend of Zelda game. Head below the fold for a closer look at the brand new trailer along with some light gameplay footage and developer commentary that hit this morning.
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You have to check out this giant Nintendo Switch TV. We have seen our fair share of notable home-brew Nintendo consoles and interesting DIY projects over the years but nothing quite as eye-catching as this new one-of-a-kind rig. This is likely not the biggest, working Switch console you have ever seen. Instead, it’s more of an epic game room TV add-on that wraps your big-screen with a pair of giant Joy-Con and additional storage. Hit the jump for a closer look.
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CD Projekt Red might be hard at work on finishing up the highly-anticipated Cyberpunk 2077, but that hasn’t stopped it from announcing details for The Witcher 3 on PS5 and Xbox Series X. Highly touted as one of the best role playing games of the generation, CDPR is already planning to keep its groundbreaking open-world experience alive and well on next-generation hardware from Sony and Microsoft. Head below for more details on what sounds like both an enhanced version of the game and free updates.
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Nintendo hit us with a new Mario battle royale game, the long-awaited Super Mario 3D All-Stars Collection, a new Game & Watch-style handheld, and much more today. A surprise Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary Direct hit this morning and it was clearly a big one. Mario’s 35th anniversary takes place on September 13, 2020. Not only are we getting some of the biggest 3D Mario titles for Switch starting this month, but we also saw a new Mario Kart game, freebie classics for Switch Online members, and so much more. Head below for everything.
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We are getting a bundle of new JBL speakers and headphones today. Just about all of its current generation speakers are getting refreshed today, including the Xtreme 2, GO2, and the JBL Clip 3, but we are also getting new party speakers and a series of truly wireless headphones. Hit the jump for a closer look at all of the updated 2020 JBL audio gear announced today.
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Nintendo published a video today highlighting some of the new Animal Crossing content coming for fall. The new trailer outlines some of the major additions hitting an island near you, including new bugs and fish to catch, shellfish, crafting materials, recipes, and trinkets for your dwelling. All of the new additions are available starting today and will be waiting for you next time you boot your game up, just don’t expect those summertime Sunday evening fireworks shows anymore. All of the details are down below.
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After seeing some Star Wars options come available a few months back, Sony has now decided to offer up some free video call backgrounds of its own. More specifically, we are talking about backgrounds featuring images from its biggest and most gorgeous intellectual properties like The Last of Us Part II, the eye-popping Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon Zero Dawn, Death Stranding, and even some classic games. Head below for a closer look.
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After debuting a new xCloud controller earlier this summer, today we are getting our first look at the new 8BitDo Arcade Stick. Along with a retro design sensibility, the new arcade-style controller features a particularly customizable and modern setup. Suitable for both hardcore fighting game pros and enthusiasts with a penchant for arcade controllers, the new 8BitDo Arcade Stick is now up for pre-order. Head below for more details and a closer look.
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While recent rumors suggest Nintendo is working on an upgraded Switch console, GingerOfMods has been at work on an impressive Nintendo portable known as the Wiiboy Color. It has been a little while since we have come across a homebrew-style Nintendo console mod worth exploring, but this hybrid portable Wiiboy mod certainly deserves some attention. Head below for a closer look at the Nintendo portable in action and additional details.
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Today, we are getting our first look at the brand new Ni No Kuni Cross Worlds game. Before you get overly excited, this isn’t another entry in the mainline console series, but rather one destined for mobile devices — for right now at least. The debut announcement trailer features the gorgeous visuals anyone would expect from the Studio Ghibli-inspired franchise. Let’s just hope we actually get to play it someday. Head below for all of the details and a closer look at the announcement trailer.
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The Witcher Monster Slayer is the latest from CD Project Red’s mobile studio, Spokko. The new AR location-based RPG for iOS and Android tasks players with becoming a witcher in what sounds a a lot like a Pokémon Go-like experience, but with gruesome monsters to slay, narrative-based quests, and much more. Head below for a look at the announcement trailer and to get more details.
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Instant Brands, the company responsible for those insanely popular Instant Pot multi-cookers, is unveiling its new Instant Pod coffee maker today. The latest entry in its ever-growing lineup of small kitchen appliances, the new Instant Pod is already available for purchase and is designed with a similar focus on versatility its all-in-one cookers have become so popular for. Head below for a closer look at and more details.
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Reports are now suggesting a new upgraded and possibly 4K Nintendo Switch console is in the works. While Nintendo seemingly already confirmed the rumored pro Switch console would not be making an appearance in 2020, it looks like Nintendo’s upgraded console might be on track for 2021 at this point. While that might leave its bottom line more than exposed as Sony and Microsoft look to dominate November and December with next-generation hardware, the latest reports suggest Nintendo will mostly throw in the towel this year in favor of a big 2021. More details below.
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