Justin Kahn

Buying gifts for loved ones and co-workers can be about as rewarding as it is frustrating. And there’s no one more picky or hard to buy for than musicians and home music producers. This year’s musicians gift guide will provide you with some great ideas across all price ranges and for just about any kind of producer or instrumentalist. From guitar tools to build-it-yourself synthesizer kits and everything in between, head below for 2019’s best gifts for musicians.
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Today we are taking a closer look at the new iRig Keys 2 from IK Multimedia. Known for its affordable music production gear, its recently released controller works with all of your favorite devices and has a few interesting tricks up its sleeve. Head below for our full iRig Keys 2 review.

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After seeing notable preview back on the 18th, we now have the official GameStop Black Friday ad for 2019. Expanding upon its early online deals, we now have a giant list of doorbusters as well as a series of gift card laden offers that are beating out the competition by at least $25. From some of the best game deals we have tracked thus far to the most notable Switch offers, you’ll definitely want to head below to check out what GameStop has coming next week.
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We are just days away from the big-time early Black Friday sales at this point. With just about every major flier in hand now, we have quite a good idea of where the best deals will fall in 2019. This year’s best Black Friday headphone deals will be scattered across Walmart, Best Buy, Staples, Amazon, and even Kohl’s, while we are expecting some of the smaller outlets to get competitive as well. Head below for a look at the best upcoming deals from Beats, Bose, JBL, Jabra, and more.
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After parsing through hundreds of deals from all of the biggest retailers, we have now compiled the best Black Friday console and gaming deals in one handy location for you. Browsing through such a massive selection of notable price drops can be frustrating, but we are here to help highlight the best-of-the-best when it comes to 2019 gaming deals. We are getting hundreds of dollars off consoles this year as well as a massive selection of games and accessory deals. Everything is down below.
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Now that we have our hands on most of this year’s ads, it’s time to looks at the best Black Friday Instant Pot, KitchenAid, and Vitamix deals, among many others. This year is shaping up to be a memorable one in the kitchen and small appliance category with new all-time lows on some of the most popular gear out there. Head below for a closer look.
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We now have the GameStop Black Friday 2019 preview ad. While it appears to be a bit of an appetizer, it is advertising some of the best game deals we have tracked so far. That includes up to $150 off consoles, subscription service deals, loads of actual games, and much more. Everything is down below.
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Sony has now unveiled its official PlayStation Black Friday 2019 deals. We have already seen what Nintendo and Microsoft have planed this year, and now its time to dig into this year’s PlayStation 4 and PS VR deals. The offers are headlined by a pair of custom holiday bundles, DualShock 4 controllers, the PS Gold Headset, loads of game deals, and much more. Everything is down below.
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After the successful launch of The Outer Worlds, Obsidian is ready to completely move away from the Fallout formula with its new game, Grounded. After essentially writing the book on open-world Fallout style games and then moving that expertise over to The Outer Worlds IP with great success, Obsidian is going in a completely new direction. It appears to be Fortnite mixed with Honey, I Shrunk the Kids and first person combat thrown in, but it is more of a survival/combat game than a battle royale experience, by the looks of it. You’ll find more details and the debut trailer below the fold.
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After seeing the massive Walmart flyer this morning, we are turning our attention to the Lowe’s Black Friday 2019 ad. Chock full of deals on just about any tool you could ever need; it also features some of the best holiday decor/Christmas tree deals we have tracked thus far as well as vacuums, kids’ toys, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the 14-page ad.
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After seeing the new WaterField briefcase, we are now diving into the new Pad & Quill 16-inch MacBook cases. The company is introducing a pair of new handmade options in both leather and Buckram linen for Apple’s latest laptop today. Both opt which are available at 15% or more off ahead of the official launch. Head below the jump for all the details.
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Apple replaced the existing 15-inch laptop lineup today and WaterField just announced its new 16-inch MacBook Briefcase. The new high-end machines from Apple adds an additional 1-inch to the display as well as an enhanced audio system and keyboard, among other things. And WaterField is hoping to keep all of that safe and looking right while doing so with its new leather Executive Leather Laptop Briefcase. Already available to pre-order, you’ll want to head below for all the details.
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After catching a good look at the Meijer event this morning and the Sears promo before that, it’s time to dive into the 8-page Sears Outlet Black Friday 2019 ad. While Sears Outlet might be one of the locations that will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, its online deals will undoubtedly be available, and store locations will be open over the weekend. From substantial price drops on home appliances and living room sets to tools and much more, Sears Outlet will have its fair share of notable deals this year. Head below for everything.
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We are getting a brand new Sonic movie trailer today courtesy of Paramount Pictures. After what could only be described as an embarrassingly rough debut due to that grotesque original character design, things are looking good now. Head below for a closer look at the new trailer and the updated Sonic design.
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Popular gaming accessory maker 8BitDo is debuting its new NES mouse today. The new N30 brings the classic Nintendo Entertainment System look to 8BitDo’s latest wireless mouse, D-pad and all. While it might not be the first choice for the most hardcore of PC gamers, it makes for an amazing collector’s item or gift this holiday season and is already available at under $25. All the details are down below.
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While we are still waiting for the official ad, we now have more details on the Walmart Black Friday store hours. That’s on top of details about its interactive maps and more as the official website is seeing a series of updates to prep for the big shopping bonanza. Chances are, these updates and the official store hours are just the appetizer for the upcoming, wide ranging Thanksgiving flyer. Head below for all the details.
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After seeing what Dollar General and Staples have on the way over the weekend, we now have the Ace Hardware Black Friday 2019 ad. As expected, we are seeing some notable deals on tools from Black+Decker and Craftsman as well as deep price drops on all things holiday-related including lighting, trees and more. Head below for a closer look at the 12-page ad and what you can expect for Black Friday 2019.

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The new PreSonus Eris HD10BT headphones are now available for purchase. The audio company is going for a more professional studio headphone approach here while still including some of the most sought-after features found in its consumer-level cans. The affordably-priced headphones are now available at most major retailers and enter at the top of the sub-$130 price range. Read on for all the details and closer look.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some notable price drops including Train Conductor, “OXXO”, Anthill, SteamWorld Heist, Fliptastic Pro, and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:

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The Nintendo Black Friday bundle and deals have now been made official. Much like last year’s offerings, the big N will be dishing out a custom configuration console bundle as well as a series of notable game deals on the some of the most popular titles out there. But although we are expecting even better offers to come down the pipeline once the Thanksgiving week festivities kick-off, the official Nintendo Black Friday deals might not be what you were hoping for. Head below for everything.
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Today, we have a massive sitewide Pad & Quill sale on Mac and iPhone accessories, among many other things. The company is among our favorite higher-end device accessory makers out there, offering gorgeous handmade craftsmanship, stellar 25-year warranties, and some of the best Apple gear accessories on the market. That’s on top of its collection of leather bags, cord organizers, linen journals, and much more. Head below to find out how to score at least 15% off everything Pad & Quill offers.
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The Sonic movie has had a troubled unveil. After seeing Jim Carey steal the show in the early trailers, the cringeworthy CGI version of everyone’s favorite hedgehog was not received well by fans. And rightfully so. The design of Sonic looked more like a kid in a bad pair of blue pajamas and subsequently forced the studio to put the whole thing on hold. Fortunately, it seems as though Sonic’s look is back on track if some early leaks ring true. Head below for more.
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Last we heard from Pad & Quill it was offering up to 25% off messenger bags and more, but today it’s time for its new leather MacBook case. The new Aria case is available for MacBook Pro (13 and 15-inch) as well as the 13-inch MacBook Air. Regularly ranging from $130 up to $150, all three models are now marked down by up to $15 and will drop even lower with a unique promo code. Head below for all the details.
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We now have details on the Fender Black Friday ad for 2019. After seeing the first of this year’s big-time ads from Petco, Office Depot, HP, Microsoft, and others, it is now time to dive into the holiday offers from Fender. While the early Guitar Center Black Friday sale is already in full swing and features loads of Fender gear, the first sale features several exclusive products, Fender’s online Play learning platform, and much more you won’t find elsewhere. Head below for all the details.
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We now have details on the Twitch Prime free games for November as well as this month’s free DLC downloads. Featuring a revolving door of freebie game add-ons and more, Twitch Prime is free for all Amazon Prime members (more details below). After previously featuring Rainbow Six freebies, in-game content for Rockstar titles, Madden NFL 20 Legends, and more, we have an entire new batch of content and games this month. Everything is down below.
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After unveiling the Xbox preview this morning, we now have quite a substantial list of upcoming deals via the Microsoft Black Friday Sneak Peek online ad today. From Surface machines and gaming deals to laptops, monitors, smartwatches, and headphones, Microsoft will be offering hundreds of dollars off a wide selection of gear this year. Head below for a closer look at what we can expect this Black Friday.
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As expected, the official Amazon Home Holiday Guide is now live alongside the 2019 Toy Book, Electronics Guide, and its usual Countdown to Black Friday details. While these early holiday guides don’t carry any discounts in them, they are a great way way to get an idea of what’s to come in just a few weeks as well as to give you some great gift ideas over the holiday. Knowing what you want to score on Black Friday ahead of the shopping event is a great way to stay organized and ensure you don’t miss out on the best deals. Head below for a closer look at Amazon’s 2019 Home Holiday Guide.
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After detailing what we expect from this year’s shopping event, we now have an Xbox Black Friday 2019 preview. Over on the official Xbox Wire blog, Microsoft is currently “unveiling the first wave of Xbox Black Friday discounts.” It is quick to point out that today’s details are just a “sample” of what’s to come with more information expected on November 14th. Head below for all of today’s details and official start times for the big Xbox holiday deals.
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After detailing what we expect from both Nintendo and Xbox this week, preparing for the PlayStation Black Friday 2019 event is on the docket today. With Sony coming out of nowhere earlier this month to release loads of details on PlayStation 5, as well as the 2020 release window, we are expecting massive deals on its current generation hardware. That includes custom holiday hardware configurations, up to $100 off PSVR bundles, PS Plus perks/promos, and a gigantic digital game sale starting in just a couple of weeks. Head below to make sure you’re prepared for the biggest PlayStation deals of the year. 
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After detailing our expectations for this year’s Nintendo offerings, we are now preparing for the big Xbox Black Friday 2019 deals. With new consoles on the horizon for both Sony and Microsoft, we are expecting massive price drops on current generation gear as well as hundreds of game deals and the best prices of the year on controllers. While Microsoft will be unveiling the official price drops sooner than later, Xbox deals will more than likely appear in just about every major Black Friday 2019 ad that we see this year. Down below you’ll find all of the information needed to prepare yourself for the early Xbox console offers, massive upcoming digital game sale, Game Pass Ultimate perks, and more.
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After reviewing what we expect from its Black Friday event this year, the Kohl’s 2019 Toy Book has now arrived. It is common at this time of year for the major retailers to release gift guides and toy books to give shoppers an idea of the hottest ticket items for the holidays. After seeing Target’s toy guide and some others, we now have the 16-page Kohl’s guide for 2019. Take a closer look down below.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app/game deals, we have some notable price drops including Lost Portal CCG, Civilization Revolution 2, XCOM: Enemy Within, Agent A: A puzzle in disguise, Where Shadows Slumber, and more. You’ll find a complete list curated by hand down below:

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The Nintendo Black Friday 2019 offerings will surely be among the most popular out there this year. With a series of new hardware launching in 2019 and solid holiday releases on the slate, this year’s shopping event will undoubtedly be a busy one for the big N. While the best Nintendo deals tend to get scattered throughout the online retail ecosystem, Nintendo is excepted to launch some of its special holiday plans soon. We have collected all of the essential information down below to ensure you’re ready to go when the best deals and Black Friday-specific hardware hits over the next couple of weeks.
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GameStop is getting an early jump on the holidays this year. While its full-on Black Friday ad was one of the last we saw in 2018, we are getting an early look at the yearly GameStop Holiday Gift Guide today. As usual, these gift guides don’t actually contain any of the upcoming Black Friday deals, but they do give us a great idea of what to expect come the end of next month, if not offer up some great holiday gamer gift ideas. Head below for a closer look.
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We are just days away from the big-time fliers and the Kohl’s Black Friday 2019 ad could be one of the first out of the gate. The national retailer might not be on the top of everyone’s list of Black Friday destinations, but don’t be fooled; it tends to offer substantial smart home, gaming, and other electronics deals for the holidays, many of which rival the big boys. Last year’s event was chock full of brand names, so be sure to head below to make sure you don’t miss out on the best-of-the-best for 2019.
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After previewing what we expect from Target and Amazon, along with a series of holiday toy books and more, it’s time to look at the GameStop Black Friday 2019 event. Last year’s deals kicked off well ahead of Thanksgiving Day and certainly did not disappoint. With huge gift card offers to undercut the big boys and rock-bottom deals to fill your back catalog at, you’ll undoubtedly want to keep your eye on GameStop well ahead of Black Friday. All the details are down below.
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It is time to take a look at what we expect from the Target Black Friday 2019 event. Details from several major retailers are already starting to hit and chances are we are only about a week away from the major ads. With huge free shipping perks on deck, Target will be one of the premier shopping destinations for electronics, Apple gear, kitchenware, toys and much more. Head below for details on how to prepare yourself for its biggest shopping event of the year and to ensure you don’t miss out on the best values.
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The adidas iPhone 11 collection of cases is now here. After some minor availability issues earlier this month, the entire lineup is ready for prime time. Once again, the iconic sportswear brand is tapping into its storied history and classic aesthetics to bring iPhone 11 users even more options for protecting their precious handsets. Head below for a closer look at the new lineup.
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After getting an early look at the big N’s official Christmas sweaters, we are getting our first look at the new Nintendo shop gear today. Officially known as Nintendo Tokyo, the company appears to be set to open the very first official Nintendo store in Japan, according to reports. Scheduled to launch in about one month, as expected, it will be filled with exclusive merchandise, apparel, in-store software experiences, and much more, not unlike the NYC store. Head below for a closer look.
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Publisher THQ Nordic is dishing out new details on the upcoming Darksiders Genesis today. Initially created by Vigil Games, development duties on the new Darksiders game have been turned over to Airship Syndicate (made up of former Vigil members). And this time around, we are getting a very different experience from that of the first three entries in the series. Head below for all the details and a look at today’s “Not Alone” trailer.
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Sony took to its official PlayStation Blog today to announce details on MLB The Show 20. Easily the best baseball simulation in game form for years now, with the World Series just one day away, we now have the (altered) official release date, cover art, and details on the special editions. Everything is down below.
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While we are still over a month away from the shopping festivities, the True Value Black Friday 2019 ad is here. The small home improvement retailer will begin offering holiday-worthy deals well ahead of Thanksgiving while remaining open over the weekend. All the details are down below.
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After taking a look at potential upcoming deals from Amazon, Apple, Google and more, we are now turning our attention to the Black Friday home and kitchen gear. Black Friday 2019 is just over a month out at this point and we are expecting big things from the likes of Instant Pot, Dyson, and Anova, among many others. While much of the focus around Black Friday is generally consumed by fancy Apple products, giant TVs, and smart home gear, it is also the best time of year to outfit your household arsenal as well.
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We are only about a week away from the initial holiday ads dropping, so now it’s time to take a look at some Black Friday gaming predictions. Much like Apple gear and smart home products, we always see a massive collection of deals on consoles, games, accessories, and more for the biggest shopping bonanza of the year. You can expect deep price drops, gift card promotions and more from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft along with deals on just about any game you might be looking to add to your collection. Head below for details on what to watch out for and the best Black Friday gaming deals we expect to see in under a month’s time.
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