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Karthik Iyer is a writer at 9to5Toys, serving recommendations and deals on PC, games, computing parts, and other gaming accessories. When he’s not fishing around for products and deals to improve your computing and gaming experience, you can find him playing games, or building gaming rigs and mechanical keyboards. Contact him directly at karthik@9to5mac.com for tips, pitches, feedback, and more.

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Take your Switch 2 to holiday outings with this hardshell carrying case, now $14 (46% off)

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46% off/$14

JSAUX Slim Carrying Case for Switch 2 with 12 Game Card Slots

Buy for $14.50 (Reg. $26)

Clip the on-page and enter promo code SWITCH2CASEN.

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This deal has you covered if you want to bring your Switch 2 along to holiday outings. It’s a hardshell unit to protect your handheld when you want to take it on the go, and it even comes with built-in game card slots to keep your cartridges organized and ready to play.

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Logitech’s customizable MX Creative Console returns to Black Friday price with Christmas delivery

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20% off/$160

We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Logitech’s MX Creative Console down to $159.99 shipped. The deals on this 9-key controller have been very light for the most part since its debut last year carrying a $200 price tag, and today’s deal takes $40 off its usual going rate. It first dropped to this price during the fall Prime Day sale, and today’s deal marks the return of that price with a 20% discount. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this controller, and you’ll find both black and white variants down at $160 today. Head below for more details.

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Save $400 today on Lenovo’s touchscreen Yoga 7i 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC while it’s down to $500 all-time low

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$400 off/$500

As part of its now live Last Minute Doorbusters, Best Buy is offering Lenovo’s Yoga 7i 16-inch 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC for $499.99 shipped. This Intel-powered laptop typically goes for $900, so you’re looking at a straight-up $400 discount on it right now. The 14-inch variant of this notebook saw a $400 discount earlier this year during the retailer’s Labor Day sale, but this is the first time we’re seeing this 16-inch model drop this low. Lenovo, in case you’re wondering, has the same laptop currently listed at $529.99 shipped, making Best Buy’s offer a touch better with an additional $30 discount. Head below for more details.

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Originally $150 Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT wireless gaming mouse now at $80 with Christmas delivery

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47% off/$80

We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops Logitech’s G PRO X SUPERLIGHT gaming mouse in black down to $79.99 shipped. This is originally a $150 model that has fetched as much as $110 in recent months at Amazon. Today’s deal delivers a 47% markdown on its original price, shaving $30 off its usual going rate. This is the lowest price we’ve tracked for it this year, outside of a very brief drop to $50 earlier in January that only a few managed to snag. It remains a solid pick if you’re looking to buy a new mouse for your battlestation or as a gift for the holidays – especially at its discounted price today with Christmas delivery – and you can learn more about it in detail below.

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Best Buy Holiday Deals of the Day: Galaxy Flip 7 $250 off, Moto razr+ 2025 $350 off, more from $100

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Alongside its now live last-chance Doorbusters, Best Buy has refreshed its Deals of the Day offers with solid markdowns on last-minute gifts that will still arrive before Christmas. Today’s lineup is packed with big savings on Samsung’s Galaxy Flip 7, Windows laptops, home appliances, and more. There are even a few gaming deals worth checking out if you’re still shopping for gifts. All of today’s offers are live right now, with full details below.

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Tested: Baseus’ Bose-tuned XH1 are my favorite budget ANC headphones of the year costing a fraction of the high-end models

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ANC/From $95

Buying budget wireless headphones usually meant living with obvious trade-offs – at least until a few years ago. Even today, plenty of premium models still have their own shortcomings. That being said, there’s no shortage of affordable options out there that are slowly catching up and punch well above their weight class to challenge headphones that cost $300 or more. The Baseus Inspire XH1 I’ve been using over the past few weeks is a great example, delivering effective ANC, surprisingly good sound quality, and excellent battery life. They’ve easily become my favorite budget headphones of the year – and you can read on to find out why.

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Score Samsung’s ViewFinity S70D 37-inch 4K HDR monitor for your workstation while it’s down to $280 all-time low ($220 off)

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New low/$280

Samsung has been delivering some great deals on its Odyssey monitors as part of its holiday sale over the last few days, but B&H just dropped a standout discount on a newer 2025 ViewFinity model that Samsung itself isn’t marking down this heavily just yet. You can snag the brand’s latest 37-inch ViewFinity S70D 4K monitor for $279.99 shipped. Don’t forget to clip the on-page coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. This monitor usually sells for around $500, so you’re looking at a straight-up $220 discount on it today. This is the lowest price we have tracked for it to date since its debut earlier this year as an upgraded model of the previous-gen ViewFinity model that has gone for less. For comparison, Both Samsung and Amazon are still listing it at $400, so you might want to jump in and snag this B&H offer after getting more details below.

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8BitDo’s Switch 2-compatible Pro 3 wireless gamepad with ball-top joysticks hits new low, undercutting Black Friday price at $50

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New low/$50

Over at Amazon, you’ll find 8BitDo’s latest Switch 2-compatible Pro 3 wireless gamepad down at $50.39 shipped. Don’t forget to clip the on-page coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. This is regularly a $70 gamepad, which is now seeing a straight-up $20 discount. We saw this controller drop to the $56 mark during the Black Friday sale, but today’s deal delivers an additional $6 discount to mark a new best price to beat. The Purple and Gray variants are down to the $50 low today, so be sure to snag them before the prices jump back up. Head below for more details.

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Save up to $1,450 on Samsung Odyssey monitors while the holiday deals are starting from $170

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$1,450 off/From $170

Samsung’s Holiday sale has been rolling out big discounts across its lineup over the last few weeks, and the brand is now turning the spotlight on its Odyssey gaming monitors. We’re tracking some excellent deals across multiple Odyssey models, with prices starting much lower than usual and savings reaching up to a whopping $1,450 on select displays like the stunning 55-inch Ark 4K model. If you’ve been eyeing a new gaming monitor for your setup – or a high-end upgrade as a last-minute gift – now’s a great time to jump in. All of the current Odyssey monitor deals are live on Samsung’s landing page, with more details below.

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This Simpsons Prank Phone is ready to bring the laughs home during the holidays down at just $15 (58% off)

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58% off/$15

Disney The Simpsons Moe’s Prank Phone – Iconic Telephone from Moe’s Tavern

Buy for $15 (Reg. $33)

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This officially licensed The Simpsons Moe’s Prank Phone looks just like the one from Moe’s Tavern and plays 10+ classic prank calls and phrases from your favorite characters. Pick up the receiver, dial, or let it randomly surprise you – either way, it’s a fun collector’s piece and a great way to stir up laughs during the holidays.

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Score Meta’s Quest 3S headset for the holidays from $250 + FREE $75 credit w/ Christmas delivery (Up to $100 off)

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FREE $75/From $250

Update 12/19: Best Buy is now offering a FREE $75 credit along with a straight-up $50 cash discount on the Meta Quest 3S as part of its now live Final Chance holiday doorbusters. More details in the original post below.

Over at Amazon, you’ll find both the 128GB and 256GB variants of Meta’s latest Quest 3S headset discounted by a flat $50. On top of that, Amazon is throwing in free digital credits, bringing total savings to as much as $100. The 128GB Quest 3S Exclusive Gorilla Tag Bundle is down to $249.99 shipped, while the 256GB Batman: Arkham Shadow bundle drops to $349 shipped. Head below for all the details.

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Today only: ASUS’ 2025 CX14 Chromebook Plus with Google AI is down to $249 all-time low ($180 off)

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$180 off/$249

Today only, as part of its Holiday Deals of the Day offers, Best Buy is offering ASUS’ 2025 CX14 Chromebook for $249 shipped. This is a fairly new model that hit the scene earlier this year alongside other ASUS Chromebooks carrying a $429 price tag. That means you’re looking at a straight-up $180 discount on it today, which works out to about 42% discount. It’s a pretty good option to consider if you’re in the market to buy a new, everyday laptop without burning a huge hole in your wallet, and it’s available at a particularly good price today as part of the retailer’s daily deals offer. Head below for more details.

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Best Buy Holiday Deals of the Day: PS5 Black Ops 7 bundle, gaming gear, Chromebook, and more up to 72% off

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Alongside the holiday deals that are still going strong at Samsung, Target, Walmart, and other major retailers, Best Buy is continuing to deliver fresh discounts through its daily Deals of the Day lineup. You can save up to 72% by cashing in on today’s deals, and save on PlayStation 5 Slim disc bundle, Logitech SUPERLIGHT 2 gaming mouse, Switch 2 controller, and more. All these would make for some great last-minute gifts, and you’ll find the full lineup waiting on Best Buy’s landing page.

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Razer’s originally $150 DeathAdder V3 Pro wireless gaming mouse is down to $70 today

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New low/$70

We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Razer’s DeathAdder V3 Pro wireless gaming mouse in white down to $69.99 shipped. This is originally a $150 unit that has fetched as much as $120 in recent months. It has lately been fetching $99, but it’s now seeing an additional discount that lands it $29 below its previous all-time low and our mention from August. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this mouse, and it’s a pretty good option to consider if you’re looking to grab a new one for your battlestation or get one as a gift. Alongside the black model, Amazon also has the Faker and Fortnite Editions of this mouse, though those versions aren’t seeing nearly as big a discount as the white one at the moment. Head below for more details.

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Insta360’s Flow 2 Pro gimbal with Apple DockKit subject-tracking is a great iPhone filmmaking gift, now down to $127 low

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Reg. $160/$127

Over at Amazon, you’ll find Insta360’s official storefront offering its Flow 2 Pro smartphone gimbal standard bundle for $126.99 shipped. This particular model hit the scene earlier this year carrying a $160 price tag. Today’s 21% discount shaves $33 off its usual going rate, marking the return of the lowest price we first tracked for this unit during the fall Prime Day sale. The white variant of this gimbal has also hit the $127 low today, and you’ll find its Creator bundle with some neat extras fetching $132.99 shipped instead of its usual $190 price. Head below for more details.

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Anker’s 25,000mAh display-equipped power bank with retractable cable is back to Black Friday price at $88

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25,000mAh/$88

As part of its ongoing Christmas sale, Anker’s official storefront is offering its 25,000mAh Laptop power bank in black for $87.99 shipped. This is regularly a $120 unit, which is now seeing a $32 discount. Today’s deal marks the return of the Black Friday price we tracked for this battery pack last month, making this a great time to cash in and snag one for yourself or as a last-minute gift – you can get it before Christmas. Only once before today have we seen this unit go for anything less than today’s discounted price when it briefly dropped at Newegg, and it’s now within $6 of that. You can also get this in silver, although it’s currently fetching its full $120 price. Head below for more details along with deals on other Anker charging gear.

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Bag two Baseus 45W chargers with USB-C cables to fast charge your iPhone 17 for only $9 each (40% off)

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$9 ea./$18

Baseus 45W Wall Charger with USB-C Cable (2-pack)

Buy for $18 (Reg. $30)

Enter promo code VZ2CY9CM for $2.42 off.

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What we love

You’re getting a solid value here, especially since a single unit of this charger usually costs around $26 on its own. You also get two included USB-C cables, each measuring 3.3 feet. The chargers support 45W fast charging for your new iPhone and are compact enough to carry around without any hassle.

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Huge B&H Holiday sale now live: Cameras, computers, SSDs, accessories, more from just $6

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B&H/From $6

Holiday deals are in full swing across major brands and retailers like Samsung and Best Buy, and B&H has now joined the party with its own sale event. The retailer kicked off its early holiday discounts shortly after its Black Friday sale this year, and it is now rolling out fresh offers once again as part of its last-chance holiday deals push. That means many of the big price drops are live once again across cameras, computers, SSDs, and more, with deals starting at under $6. All of the current deals are live on the retailer’s landing page, and you’ll find more details along with a few of our favorites highlighted below.

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Acer’s Nitro V 16 with RTX 5050 GPU is a great starter gaming laptop and it delivers serious value today at $599

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$300 off/$599

We are now tracking a deal at Walmart that drops an Acer Nitro V 16-inch RTX 5050-powered gaming laptop down to $599 shipped. This AMD-powered machine typically goes for $900, so you’re looking at a straight-up $300 discount on it today. This would be a great pick for anyone upgrading from an older notebook or buying their first gaming laptop, and it delivers some serious value today at its discounted price. We recently saw the Intel-powered variant of this notebook go for less, but this one with a relatively newer, more powerful AMD Ryzen AI 5 240 AI processor has never been this low. It dropped to $629 last month ahead of the Black Friday sale, and it’s now going for $30 less. Head below for more details.

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Samsung’s 2025 37-inch Odyssey G7 180Hz 4K curved gaming monitor hits new all-time low at $440 off (All-time low)

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$440 off/$460

Samsung’s Holiday sale is still going strong with some huge markdowns on gaming monitors, Smart TVs, and more, but we just spotted an unbeatable deal at Woot that gets you one of the brand’s 2025 Odyssey G7 displays for a stellar price. As part of its wider sale on Samsung gaming monitors, Woot is offering the brand’s 2025 Odyssey G7 (G75F) 37-inch 4K curved model for $459.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This is regularly a $900 display that’s currently fetching $550 directly at Samsung and Amazon. Today’s deal at Woot, however, takes $440 off its usual going rate to land it $110 below its previous all-time low and mark a new best price to beat. The 40-inch variant of this model, in case you’re wondering, is down to $650 right now, with a 50% discount on its usual going rate. Head below for more details.

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Razer’s MX Master ergonomic mouse alternative with RGB hits $75 all-time low

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New low/$75

Amazon is currently offering Razer’s 2025 Pro Click V2 ergonomic wireless mouse down at $75 shipped. This particular model hit the scene earlier this year carrying a $100 price tag, which it largely held until recently when it dropped to the $80 mark ahead of the Black Friday sale. Today’s deal, however, shaves $25 off its usual going rate, landing it $5 below its previous all-time low and our mention from October. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this mouse, so be sure to snag it after getting more details below.

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Get this Razer Kraken V4 X headset for a Pokémon fan while it’s down to $70 all-time low

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New low/$70

As part of its updated video game sale, Woot is offering Razer’s Kraken V4 X Pokémon Edition wired gaming headset for $69.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This particular model hit the scene earlier this year carrying a $100 price tag, and it has been fetching $81 at Amazon since its price dropped ahead of the Black Friday sale. Today’s deal at Woot slashes $30 off its usual going rate, landing it $10 below its previous all-time low to set a new best price to beat. It’s a pretty good option to consider if you’re looking to buy a gift for a gamer who also happens to be a Pokémon fan. Head below for more details.

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Keychron’s Holiday sale now live at up to 40% off: Mechanical and Hall effect keyboards from just $20

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40% off/From $30

Keychron’s official Amazon storefront has kicked off its Holiday sale, offering some of the best prices we have tracked for its keyboards this year. Almost all of the brand’s latest mechanical as well as Hall effect keyboards are discounted at the moment, and you can save up to 40% by cashing in on these deals. Many of these are either seeing fresh lows or are back to their lowest prices from Black Friday, so might want to jump in now to lock in the prices in case you missed them last month. Head below for more details.

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Just $20 gets you this 67W Baseus charger with retractable USB-C cable to fast charge your iPhone 17 today (66% off)

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Reg. $60/$20

Baseus Enercore 67W Retractable USB-C Charger

Buy for $20 (Reg. $60)

Enter promo code TKP4CVDL for 34% off at checkout.

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Chargers with retractable cables are super popular these days, and this deal gets you a 67W Baseus unit at an unmissable price. You can use this to fast charge your latest iPhone at up to 45W, and it even comes two additional Type-C ports along with foldable AC prongs.

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Samsung’s stunning 55-inch Odyssey Ark 2nd-gen 4K gaming monitor with ‘Cockpit Mode’ is $1,450 off today (All-time low)

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$1,450 off/$1,250

As part of its Holiday sale, Samsung is offering a giant discount on its Odyssey 55-inch Ark 2nd-gen 4K gaming monitor – it’s down to $1,249.99 shipped with a $50 FREE credit that applies during checkout. This is originally a $3,000 display that has lately been fetching $2,700. We’ve seen it to drop to the $1,400 mark in the past with some limited offers at Woot, but today’s discount comes directly from Samsung and marks the lowest price we have tracked for it to date. Amazon currently has it for $1,299.99 shipped without the additional $50 FREE credit, which makes Samsung’s Holiday offer worth considering today. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this stunning 4K monitor, and you can learn more about it in detail below.

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Tested: UGREEN’s 25W Qi2.2 MagFlow 3-in-1 foldable charger is a more compact and capable successor to the 15W model

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$50 off/$90

UGREEN’s 15W Qi2 3-in-1 MagFlow charger quickly became one of my favorites when I went hands-on with it earlier this year. The new model we’re checking out today builds on it with faster 25W Qi2.2 charging and a more compact design that fits better on smaller desks and packs easily for travel. I’ve been using UGREEN’s latest 3-in-1 Qi2.2 25W charging station for a few weeks now, and it has honestly been an excellent upgrade – especially since my desk has gotten more crowded with some new gear. Hit the jump to learn more about this charger in detail.

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Huge $550 discount strikes Samsung’s 2025 40-inch Odyssey G7 180Hz WUHD curved gaming monitor at $650 (All-time low)

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New low/$550 off

As part of its Holiday sale event, which is now live with huge discounts on SSDs, smartphones, tablets, and more, Samsung is offering its 2025 40-inch Odyssey G7 (G75F) 180Hz WUHD gaming monitor for $649.99 shipped. This model hit the scene earlier this year carrying a $1,200 price tag, and today’s deal delivers nearly a 50% discount to shave $550 off its usual going rate. Today’s deal, which is also matched at Amazon, lands it $47 below its previous all-time low to mark a new best price to beat. The 37-inch variant of this monitor is also at $549.99 shipped with a $350 discount on its usual price. Head below for more details.

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Samsung Holiday sale knocks up to $600 off Galaxy Book5 Copilot+ PCs with deals from $750

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$600 off/From $750

Samsung’s Holiday sale with huge discounts on SSDs, smartphones, tablets, and more has been live for a few days now, and the brand has just dished out new deals on its Galaxy Book5 Copilot+ PCs. We’re tracking some solid offers on all of its Galaxy Book5 Copilot+ PCs, now starting at $750. You can save up to $600 on select models, making this an excellent time to cash in and grab one for yourself or as a last-minute gift. All the current deals are live on this landing page, and you’ll find more details below.

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Woot’s updated mega gaming sale live at up to 85% off peripherals, PS5/Xbox/Switch games, more from just $3

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85% off/From $3

Woot’s updated Video Game sale is now live, offering notable markdowns of up to 85% on various PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch games. The sale also includes deep discounts on controllers, headsets, keyboards, and other gaming accessories, with deals starting at just $3. All the items are in brand-new condition and are likely to sell out quickly, so be sure to snag them while the prices are hot. Hit the jump for more details.

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Best Buy is clearing out Anker’s originally $100 140W laptop charger down at just $19 today (81% off)

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81% off/$19

Anker 717 GaNPrime 140W Charger

Buy for $19 (Reg. $75)

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It may not be Anker’s latest charger, but it’s a solid 140W option for powering your MacBook and other devices. It has just one port, but it’s also far more compact than most 140W bricks. And at just $19 today, it’s an easy recommendation.

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How low can it go? Samsung’s 32-inch 4K M7 Smart Monitor drops again to undercut Black Friday price at $230 ($170 off)

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$170 off/$230

As part of its ongoing Holiday sale, Samsung is offering its 32-inch 4K M7 (M70F) Smart Monitor in black for $229.99 shipped. This is regularly a $400 display, which is now seeing a straight-up $170 discount. It dropped to $280 for the first time last month during the Black Friday sale, shortly after which it hit the $250 mark earlier this month as part of the brand’s Cyber Week sale event. Today’s deal – which is also matched at Amazon – shaves an additional $20 off to mark a new best price to beat. You can also get this in white, although it’s currently fetching $250 with a relatively lighter deal. Head below for more details.

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Heads up! Samsung’s 256GB P9 Express Switch 2-compatible 800MB/s microSD card just plunged 40% to hit $33 all-time low

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40% off/$33

We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops Samsung’s latest Switch 2-compatible 256GB P9 Express microSD down to $32.99 Prime shipped. Folks without a Prime membership can check out with items worth over $35 in the cart. This is regularly a $55 unit that dropped to $47.50 during the Black Friday sale last month. Today’s 40% discount shaves $22 off its usual going rate, landing it $14 below its Black Friday all-time low. You can also get a 512GB variant of this memory card, although it’s currently fetching its full $100 price. Head below for more details.

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Amazon Game Awards flash sale: Samsung’s 27-inch QHD QD-OLED 180Hz Odyssey gaming monitor at $360 all-time low

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New low/$360

Today only, as part of the ongoing Game Awards flash sale, Amazon is offering Samsung’s Odyssey 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor for $359.99 shipped. This fairly new monitor launched in October at $550 and dipped to $400 for Black Friday. Today’s flash deal offer shaves an additional $40 off that price to mark a new best price to beat. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this monitor, and you can learn more about it in detail below along with deals on other monitors and gaming gear.

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Best gifts for creators from just $26

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Creators/From $26

Creating content may look easy, but anyone who’s tried it knows there’s a lot happening behind the scenes. The right gear can make a huge difference, and choosing something to gift that’s actually useful – and not wildly expensive – can be tricky. Whether they’re filming TikToks, YouTube videos, streaming, podcasting, or just trying to look better on video calls, this guide rounds up practical, creator-friendly gifts that can instantly level up their setup.

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Best PC gaming battlestation upgrades from $10

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The holiday season is right around the corner, which means it’s time for our annual gift guides to help you find the perfect picks for friends and family. We’ve already covered Apple fans, and today we’re spotlighting our favorite PC gaming upgrades to level up any battlestation. Whether you’re shopping for essential accessories to enhance an existing setup or looking at new gaming PCs and laptops to build one from scratch, we’ve rounded up the top recommendations for every PC gamer on your list. We’ve also included some deals that you can get your hands on right now to save some cash while also taking care of your loved ones. Head below for a curated selection of the best gifts for anyone who loves gaming.

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All of the best Black Friday PC gaming deals now live: Laptops, monitors, peripherals, SSDs, more

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The Black Friday Week sale events at Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers have been delivering some solid deals over the last few days, instead of making us wait for the actual Black Friday this year. A bunch of new deals went live earlier as well for Thanksgiving Day, and they’re waiting for you over at our dedicated Black Friday hub. We’ve tracked some solid deals on gaming gear, and we’re now going to check out some unmissable offers on gaming laptops, monitors, SSDs, and more.

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Xbox 2025 Black Friday sale now live! Up to 75% off games, Game Pass for just $1, more

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The full lineup of Black Friday 2025 deals on Xbox accessories, games, and more has finally landed! While Xbox consoles themselves aren’t discounted – at least not yet – there are still plenty of savings to take advantage of. There has never been a better time to expand your game library, with titles now marked down by up to 75%. And if you’re new to Game Pass, you can dive into the entire library for as little as $1. Jump in and explore all the offers while they’re live.

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Best Buy’s official 2025 Black Friday sale is now live! Huge markdowns on Apple, gaming gear, appliances, more

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Update 11/20: The official Black Friday AirPods deals are now live including the all-time low on AirPods Pro 3:

Best Buy’s official 2025 Black Friday main sale event is now live for everyone. Like most other retailers, Best Buy stretched its Black Friday promotions into a full month-long shopping extravaganza, rolling out everything from weekly Doorbusters to frequent and fresh price drops. But with Black Friday week officially here, we’ve now hit the peak of the sale. That means you’ll now find the year’s best prices across nearly every category on the retailer’s main event page right here – live until November 29. More details await below.

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Here’s the official 27-page Newegg Black Friday ad – deals start Nov. 20: Gaming PCs, laptops, GPUs, and more

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Newegg, just like other retailers, has been dishing out early Black Friday deals for a couple of weeks now, but we just got our first look at its official 2025 Black Friday ad. The retailer is rolling out a 27-page catalog packed with deals on gaming PCs, laptops, components, peripherals, and more, and the main sale officially runs from November 20 to November 29. You don’t have to wait, though – Newegg already has a pre–Black Friday event live right now, complete with price protection, so you can shop early without worry. Check out the early offers, then dive into the full breakdown of what’s coming below.

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STARTS TONIGHT: Sneak peek at Walmart’s 2025 Black Friday deals – Up to 75% off LEGO, Apple gear, TVs, more

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Walmart wasted no time rolling out its 2025 Black Friday sale details now that Amazon, Best Buy, and more have made their official announcements. Just hours after revealing its lineup, Walmart is already offering a sneak peek at the deals you can score when the sale officially kicks off on November 14. These offers are expected to be part of Walmart’s first of three Black Friday and Cyber Monday events, featuring discounts of up to 75% on everything from LEGO sets and Apple gear to TVs and more. Keep reading for an early look at what’s on the way.

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Dbrand is transforming your Steam Machine into an epic Portal ‘Companion Cube’

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New/2026

Valve made a huge splash yesterday by announcing the launch of its new hardware, including the all-new Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and more. It’s safe to say that the brand is going all-in on hardware, and you can learn more about it in detail right here. While the Steam Machine is said to have a customizable front plate, which you can swap out for different ones with unique design, the folks over at Dbrand, as usual, are taking things a step further with a new “Companion Cube.” Head below for a closer look and more details.

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Valve is going big on hardware with all-new Steam Machine, Frames VR headset, and a controller

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New!/2026

Following the success of Steam Deck, Valve is doubling down on the hardware department with a range of new hardware. Leading the pack is the all-new Steam Machine, which you’ll be able to pair with long-rumored VR headset called the Steam Frame. There’s also a brand-new Steam Controller to go with the new console, which you’ll be able to bundle with the console itself or buy separately. With these new additions joining the already popular Steam Deck, it’s safe to say that Valve is betting big on hardware, going head-to-head with the likes of Sony and Microsoft. Head below for a closer look and more details.

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Backbone Pro iPhone/Android USB-C gamepad gets the Xbox Edition treatment, grab yours now

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Live/$180

Much like the Backbone One controller that got the Xbox Edition treatment earlier this year, the Pro model is now getting a similar facelift. The Backbone Pro – Xbox Edition is now up for grabs at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly at Backbone’s site for $179.99 shipped. That, in case you’re wondering, is $10 more than the standard Pro model that you can grab for $169.99 shipped. It offers the same functionality as the standard one, but comes with Xbox-specific buttons and shortcuts. Head below for a closer look and more details.

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Sony just unleashed its first ever PlayStation gaming monitor with built-in DualSense controller charger

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New/240Hz IPS

Alongside the new Japan-exclusive PS5 Digital Edition, Sony has introduced its first-ever PlayStation-branded gaming monitor during its State of Play Japan showcase. It’s a 27-inch QHD display with a blazing 240Hz refresh rate, and it also features several other notable highlights, which are detailed below. The monitor is slated to launch next year in both the U.S. and Japan, though Sony has yet to announce its official pricing.

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Singles’ Day PC gaming deals 2025: Gaming laptops up to $900 off, Odyssey monitors, peripherals, more from just $30

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11.11/PC gaming

Singles’ Day 2025 is here, and we’re tracking some solid PC gaming deals that are landing just in time for the 11.11 holiday. With early Black Friday offers overlapping the holiday, it’s proving to be one of the best times to upgrade your battlestation. We’re looking at markdowns on gaming laptops, desktops, and monitors, along with discounts on a wide range of accessories. Whether you’re setting up a new battlestation or refreshing your existing setup, these deals are definitely worth a look. Scope out all the details below.

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9to5Toys Battlestation Weekly – Early Black Friday deals, fresh lows on Xbox Breaker series gamepads, more

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PC Gaming/Weekly

Welcome to 9to5Toys Battlestation Weekly – your go-to spot for the notable deals and latest releases in PC gaming at a glance every Saturday morning. This week was headlined by Best Buy’s early Black Friday deals rollout, delivering up to $900 off gaming laptops, desktops, Copilot+ PCs, and more. We also saw steep Samsung monitor discounts, with the likes of the brand’s Odyssey G6 “world’s first 500Hz OLED” monitor hitting fresh lows. There was no shortage of deals on peripherals like keyboards, mice, and controllers either, many of which are still live and waiting for you below in this week’s Battlestation Weekly.

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Official Walmart early Black Friday deals and prices leak online in new sneak peek ad: Up to $800 off Smart TVs, LEGO sets, more

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Black Friday/Walmart

Walmart has already teased some of its upcoming Black Friday 2025 deals, and we now have another sneak peek as we get closer to the big sale next week. This fresh batch of offers will officially go live on November 14 as part of the first of Walmart’s three Black Friday and Cyber Monday events, bringing discounts of up to $800 on everything from LEGO sets and Apple gear to TVs and more. With other retailers like Best Buy also rolling out early Black Friday deals, it’s clear the holiday shopping season is kicking off ahead of schedule. Here’s an early look at what’s coming.

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Logitech’s new Alto Keys K98M keyboard with transparent shell, cushion gasket, more now up for grabs

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New/$120

After debuting the new MX Master 4 ergonomic mouse not too long ago, Logitech is now back with another new peripheral. This time, it’s debuting a new keyboard called the Alto Keys K98M, which is now joining the brand’s growing lineup. This one, however, is different from the ones we’ve seen from Logitech, and it’s now going after enthusiasts with some neat features. The Alto Keys K98M is now up for grabs in Off-White, Graphite, and Lilac colorways, and you can snag one for $119.99 shipped. Head below for a closer look and more details.

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