Karthik Iyer

Update: Best Buy has listed the new Xbox ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handhelds, briefly confirming the $549.99 and $899.99 prices in the backend. They’re not available to pre-order yet, though. Additionally, Best Buy has also listed $69.99 2-in-1 hard case and a $99.99 ROG 100W Charger Dock for ROG Xbox Ally.

Microsoft has confirmed the launch date for its new Xbox handhelds. Both the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X will officially arrive on October 16, though pricing and pre-order details still remain under wraps. The timing lines up with earlier expectations and positions the handhelds to hit shelves just ahead of the holiday season.Hit the jump for more availability details and other info.

Sony has just unleashed a handful of new gaming peripherals as part of its Inzone lineup, including its first gaming keyboard and mouse. The new additions include the Inzone H9 II headset, E9 in-ear headphones, KBD-H75 keyboard, Inzone Mouse-A, and a pair of mousepads. All these peripherals are now up for pre-order directly at Sony’s website and Amazon, with most of them shipping later this month, except the headset that hits the shelves on September 5. Head below for a closer look and more details.

A power strip is probably the most overlooked piece of eletronics most of us have on our desk – usually hidden away because, well, it’s “just a power strip.” But what if there was a way to turn this dull accessory into a centerpiece instead of an eyesore? Genki, known for its accessories and gaming gear, has done exactly that with the Moonbase. I’ve been using Genki’s fancy new power strip as a replacement to my basic Belkin surge protector for a few weeks now to see how it stacks up. Hit the jump for more details and a closer look.

After debuting the Elves 2 as the world’s first gamepad with Switch 2 wake-up support, Gulikit is back again with another set of controllers. The new Gulikit ES and ES Pro cost $24.99 and $29.99 shipped, respectively, and they’re both readily available now at Amazon. Both of these models land as super affordable alternatives for the $89 Switch 2 Pro controller, and they offer some neat features, too. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details of the new controllers.

Samsung’s Odyssey G6 (G60SF) debuted in May this year as the world’s first 500Hz OLED gaming monitor, though it was limited to just four Asian markets at that time. It’s now making its way to the U.S., launching alongside two new G7 models – the 37-inch and 40-inch Odyssey G7 (G75F) – all available directly from Samsung. The Odyssey G6 (G60SF) stands out as the star of the lineup today, and it sports a 27-inch QHD panel with a $1,000 price tag. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.

Update: According to billbil-kun, the new Xbox ROG Ally and Ally X handhelds will launch on October 16. Pre-orders will open on August 20 during Gamescom, as mentioned in the original post below.

Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox-branded ROG Ally handhelds have been making headlines since their official announcement last month. And now, just a day after Xbox confirmed the devices will be showcased at Gamescom, a new report appears to reveal the pre-order dates. According to billbil-kun, the new Xbox ROG Ally and Ally X gaming handhelds will be available for pre-order starting on August 20, 2025. This is in line with when we were expecting the handhelds to go on sale, so they would land on everyone’s doorstep just in time for the holidays. Hit the jump for all the details, including the expected pricing.

After unveiling the ‘world’s first 5K2K-resolution bendable OLED display’ earlier this year in January, LG is now back again with another world’s first – this one particularly aimed at competitive gamers who love speedy displays. The brand showcased a bunch of new panels at the COEX event in South Korea, and one of them happens to be an OLED with support for up to a whopping 720Hz refresh rate. It’s a 27-inch unit that lets you switch between two different modes, and you can learn more about it in detail below.

We are now tracking a deal at Amazon that drops Microsoft’s Surface Laptop with a Snapdragon X Elite chip down to $999 shipped. That’s straight up a $601 discount on the $1,600 sticker price of this machine that comes with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. It briefly dropped to $899 at B&H during a limited-time offer earlier this year in February, but it’s mostly been selling for around $1,300 since then. Today’s offer comes within $100 of that all-time low and even beats its recent Prime Day price by $111. Head below for more details.

8Bitdo announced the launch of its updated Nintendo 64 gamepad last year alongside the Analogue 3D, and it’s finally up for grabs now. You can get one for yourself from Amazon, and it comes in white and black colors. This budget-friendly controller is priced at $39.99 shipped and is fully compatible with Nintendo’s Switch 2 handheld. It’s one of the more affordable options available for the new console, and you can find more details below.

Microsoft has quietly released a very limited batch of its special Smurface Edition Surface Laptop Copilot+ PC on Amazon for $999.99 shipped. The brand has quietly rolled this out without much fanfare, and you might want to jump in and snag one before they sell out. The listing says “only 100 units” of these Smurface Edition notebooks are up for grabs, so be sure to grab one to be among the very limited number of folks to have one of these. Hit the jump for details.

We’ve tested a bunch of chargers here at 9to5Toys, and while there are plenty of good ones that we continue to recommend, most of them fall short somewhere or the other – be it when it comes to the number of devices it can charge or the overall output it can deliver simultaneously. There are only a handful of charging stations out there on the market that can do it all, and the UGREEN Nexode 500W 6-port charging station we’re checking out today is one of them. This particular charger has been sitting on my desk as my main charger, topping off everything from my iPhone, AirPods, MacBook Air, and even my other everyday essentials like mouse and DualSense controller. Hit the jump to learn more about it and see if you want to pick it up for your charging needs, too.

Following last year’s launch of its first Kindle with a color screen, Amazon is now expanding the lineup with two new additions – a 16GB version of the Colorsoft and a kid-focused model called the Kindle Colorsoft Kids. The Colorsoft Kids is essentially a bundle that includes the new 16GB Colorsoft, a special cover, and one year of its Amazon Kids Plus subscription. The new 16GB Kindle Colorsoft is available for $249.99 shipped, while the Kids bundle costs $269.99. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.

Lenovo first announced its Legion Go 2 PC gaming handheld back in January at CES, and we now have our first look at the device. A video shared on YouTube showcases the handheld in action, highlighting its OLED display, detachable controllers, and more. This is the first time we’re seeing this upcoming gaming handheld in its flesh outside the renders, so hit the jump for a closer look and some more details.

MagSafe wallets are a great alternative to traditional wallets, especially if you prefer to travel light with just a couple of cards and little to no cash. I personally love the convenience – they let me leave my regular wallet behind and carry one less item every time I step out. Having said that, I’m yet to find the one that checks all the right boxes for me. Most MagSafe wallets I’ve tried either don’t have enough space and barely fit one or two cards, or they don’t feel sturdy enough to keep my cards securely in place. The one we’re checking out here from SUPCASE seem to get a lot of things right while also adding some notable extras. Let’s dive in and see what it’s like to use one of these every day.

Apple’s updated MagSafe charger, introduced alongside the iPhone 16 lineup last year, is currently the only magnetic wireless charger capable of delivering up to 25W of power. That’s about to change, though, as UGREEN has announced the world’s first Qi2.2-certified power bank. According to the brand, its new MagFlow magnetic power bank will also support up to 25W wireless charging – putting it in direct competition with Apple’s latest MagSafe offering. The new charger is expected to launch later this year, and you can find more details about it below.

8Bitdo has just unleashed its new Pro 3 wireless controller, now up for pre-order on Amazon. This is the successor to the popular Pro 2 model from 2021, offering broader compatibility with a wide range of platforms, including the Switch 2, Valve’s Steam Deck and other SteamOS-based handhelds, PC, iOS, and more. You can pre-order and reserve your unit now for $69.99 shipped, and be among the first to get your hands on it when it officially launches on August 12, 2025. The listing is also covered by Amazon’s Pre-order Price Guarantee, which means you’ll pay the lowest price offered between now and the release date. The Pro 3 brings several improvements over the existing model, so be sure to hit the jump for a closer look at the gamepad along with its features.

Just a little over a month after the official announcement, we now have an idea of how much the upcoming Xbox-branded ROG Ally handheld consoles may cost. As highlighted in a new report, it appears as though Google Search pulled some results from ASUS’ website and listed the Xbox Ally X and Ally at €899 and €599, respectively. You are looking at the European prices, though they give us a good understanding of how much they could cost in the U.S. market as well. Hit the jump for more details.

As part of its wider sale on Samsung monitors, Woot is offering the brand’s Odyssey OLED G8 4K UHD 240Hz gaming monitor down at $799.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This is regularly a $,1300 model which is currently fetching its full price directly at Samsung and comes with a FREE Odyssey 24-inch FHD monitor worth $200. Woot’s offer may not get you that free monitor, but it shaves a solid $500 off this model’s usual going rate, landing it $75 below its previous all-time low and our mention last month. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this gaming monitor to date, and you can learn more about it below.

One of the biggest issues I often run into with Hall effect gaming keyboards is that they typically fall short when it comes to typing experience outside of gaming. The few that do get it right – or at least come close – like the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE, usually cost over $300. As someone who enjoys building and tweaking mechanical keyboards as a hobby, I found myself constantly switching between standard mechanical keyboards for typing and Hall effect models for gaming. That changed when I got my hands on the Luminkey Magger68 Pro HE. Built by a brand known for offering a wide range of layouts and catering to enthusiasts with “high-end” custom boards, the Magger68 strikes that rare balance, at least for me. It’s not only great for typing but also includes all the key magnetic keyboard features like customizable actuation points. I’ve been using it as my main keyboard for both work and gaming over the past few weeks, and in this review, I’ll break down whether it’s worth considering for your setup. Hit the jump for a closer look.

UGREEN offers a wide range of MagSafe chargers, but the 3-in-1 MagFlow charger we’re looking at today stands out as one of the more compact and travel-friendly options. It can charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once, making it a convenient all-in-one solution. I’ve recently swapped out UGREEN’s Uno Qi2 15W 2-in-1 charger for this model, and it’s been a great upgrade for my desk — especially since it’s more compact and supports an extra device. Dive in below for my hands-on impressions of the UGREEN 15W 3-in-1 MagFlow charger.

NVIDIA has been adding new GPUs to its RTX 50-series and the latest one on the block is the RTX 5050 graphics card. The brand has announced the launch of this new GPU for both desktops and laptops, complete with support for ray tracing and DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation. The RTX 5050 desktop GPU will start at $249 when it goes on sale next month from third-party partners like ASUS, Gigabyte, and more, and you can expect the notebooks powered by NVIDIA’s RTX 5050 laptop GPUs to start at $999. Head below for more details.

Meta teased an Xbox-branded Quest VR headset last year when it announced the launch of the Xbox app on Quest, and it’s finally here. The brand’s new Xbox-branded limited-edition Quest 3S VR headset is now official and it’s going on sale today for $399.99 shipped at Best Buy and meta.com. This is essentially a custom colorway headset that comes bundled with an Xbox controller, and it boots directly into the Xbox app. Head below for more details.

Following the announcement of its new Xbox PC gaming handheld, Microsoft has now confirmed that it’s testing a new aggregated game library in the Xbox PC app for Windows 11 PCs and handheld devices. Officially confirmed via the Xbox Wire, the move is designed to improve access to game libraries – not just on traditional PCs, but more importantly on Windows-based gaming handhelds like the Lenovo Legion Go and ROG Ally. This is a welcomed move that’s expected to significantly improve the gaming experience on Microsoft’s upcoming handheld, and you can learn more about the aggregated game library below.

Seagate has debuted a 4TB variant of its storage expansion card for the Xbox Series X and S consoles. This new model will join the 1TB and 2TB units that originally hit the scene back in 2021. It’s ideal for Xbox users who want to upgrade their storage without the hassle of managing multiple smaller cards. This 4TB model is now up for grabs for $429.99 shipped at Best Buy with a $70 launch deal, making this a great time to snag it if you were eyeing one. Head below for a closer look along with more details.

Alongside the long list of games announced during its first Xbox Developer Direct showcase of 2025, Microsoft officially announced its rumored Xbox gaming handheld. The brand has partnered with ASUS to announce them as ROG Xbox Ally handheld, and these will be available to purchase later this year during the holidays. Microsoft has announced two new handhelds – the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X. These new models essentially build upon the existing ROG Ally handhelds and you can learn more about them in detail below.

Update: Samsung’s officially licensed Switch 2 Express microSD card is now up for pre-order at Target for $59.99 shipped. Folks who don’t want to wait can also snag either PNY’s $45 Express microSD cards or Onn’s Express memory cards starting at $35.88 shipped. More details below.

Nintendo’s new Switch 2, in case you missed it, supports only microSD Express cards – same size as regular microSDs, but with much faster speeds. While the format has existed for a while, it’s gaining more traction now thanks to the Switch 2. According to Nintendo, you’ll need a microSD Express card to play games off the Switch 2 console, and the standard microSDs will only let you load screenshots and videos. Only a few manufacturers have released Express microSD cards so far, but we expect more to show up with the Switch 2 becoming the first mainstream gaming device to support them. Here are the ones available now – perfect to grab one alongside your Switch 2 pre-order.

Sharge already has some of the most unique power banks on the market, and it just added another one to its lineup. The brand just unleashed the new Flow Mini 2 5,000mAh power bank at Amazon, which is an updated version of the original Flow, and it’s seeing a nice launch deal at $23.92 Prime shipped. Don’t forget to clip the on-page 20% off coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. Also, folks without a Prime membership can dodge the shipping fee by checking out with items worth over $35 in the cart. This brand-new model just hit Amazon carrying a $30 price tag, but you can use the coupon to save $6 on it right now with the launch offer. Head below for more details.

One of the more noticeable omissions on the Switch 2 is the lack of Hall effect sticks on its Joy-Cons. The same goes for Nintendo’s new Pro Controller for the Switch 2, which also doesn’t appear to include Hall effect sticks – at least there are now mentions of it on the official site. If you’re looking for a more durable and drift-resistant alternative, PowerA’s new Advantage Wired Controller is definitely worth considering. This is the brand’s latest release which is now up for pre-order starting at $39.99 shipped. It comes in a few different finishes, but only the white one has Lumectra lighting and is priced at $49.99 shipped. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.

Several manufacturers, including Lexar and Samsung, have released new Express microSD cards in the months following the Switch 2 announcement. Now, PNY is joining them with its new offerings, and it’s latest memory cards come with 128GB and 256GB storage, both capable of delivering read and write speeds of up to 890MB/s. The prices for these start at $44.99 shipped, and you can grab them now from Amazon. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Update: Nintendo has officially confirmed via a statement that the Switch 2 only supports VRR in handheld mode. A Nintendo spokesperson shared this information with the folks over at Nintendo Life. The brand removed the mentions of VRR in docked mode from its official website, and confirmed the same via a statement with an apology for the confusion. More details about its processor are in the original post below.

It’s no secret that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be a major step up in performance, but what’s actually under the hood? Nintendo’s official specs sheet says it has a “custom processor made by Nvidia,” but what exactly is this new chip and what can we expect from it? A recent deep dive from Digital Foundry sheds light on the hardware powering Nintendo’s next-gen console. Hit the jump for more details and a quick side-by-side comparison of the original Switch and the Switch 2’s specifications.

After days of teasing, 8Bitdo has officially unveiled its new all-button arcade controllers. The company has introduced two versions: one compatible with the Nintendo Switch and PC, and an officially licensed Xbox Edition designed for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows. Both models are now available for pre-order on Amazon starting at $89.99 shipped, with a release date scheduled for July 15. These listings also fall under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, meaning you’ll be charged the lowest price if they fall to a lower price between now and release. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details.

Sandisk just unleashed the new WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with cutting-edge PCIe Gen 5.0 technology, which it says is the world’s fastest PCIe Gen 5.0 NVMe SSD on the market. This sleek storage drive is said to deliver read speeds up to 14,900MB/s and capacities up to 4TB (8TB coming later this year), making it a great option to consider if you’re looking to upgrade your battlestation or working setup for gaming, content creation, and more. Both regular and heatsink variants of the new 8100 SSD are now up for grabs, and prices for these start at $179.99 shipped. Head below for a closer look and more details.

The ESR MagMouse, which launched on Kickstarter just over a week ago, aims to solve a specific problem: making your mouse easier to carry. While you can always toss it into your backpack, what about those moments when you’re quickly moving between meetings or classes and want to carry it more conveniently with your laptop? According to the brand, its new $36 MagMouse (now $26 for early backers) – which I’ve been testing for about a week – is designed specifically for that purpose. The mouse works as advertised and I’m here to tell you all about it. Hit the jump for more details.

After unveiling the new Pro Click 2 Vertical mouse, Razer is back with another announcement. This time, the brand has introduced a trio of new gaming accessories, all aimed at enhancing your gaming experience – whether you’re at home or on the move. One of the most interesting products of the lot is the new Razer Clio, a $230 head cushion designed to be used as a headset replacement. Additionally, Razer has also launched a new compact gaming mouse called Basilisk Mobile alongside the Joro portable wireless gaming keyboard. Head below for a closer look at these new products and more details.

After reintroducing the Area-51 desktop earlier this year at CES, Alienware has now unleashed a new range of gaming laptops under its Aurora brand. The latest Aurora 16 and 16X laptops are powered by Intel’s Raptor Lake Refresh/Arrow Lake CPUs and RTX 50-series GPUs, and they even have redesigned chassis with a more subtle design compared to what we’re typically used to seeing the brand. The new Aurora 16 and 16X gaming laptops are now up for grabs starting at $1,149.99 and 1,949.99 shipped, respectively, and you can learn more about them below.

We first heard about an Xbox-branded gaming handheld earlier this year in March when the rumor mill started churning out reports about Microsoft working with an OEM partner for it. Now, a fresh set of leaked images have shown up online, giving us our first look at what appears to be ASUS’ ROG Ally 2 handheld. There are two different models posing for these photos, and one of them features a dedicated Xbox button, which further fuels the rumors of an Xbox-branded handheld. Head below for a closer look and more details of these handhelds.

In just a few weeks after announcing the launch of its RTX 5060 family of graphics cards, NVIDIA has now confirmed that its entry-level RTX 5060 GPU will hit the shelves later this month on May 19. This is the $299 graphics card that was announced alongside the two RTX 5060 Ti models that went on sale last month and now available at various retailers like Amazon. The RTX 5060 will go on sale on May 19 and will be available to buy from retail partners starting at 12PM ET. Head below for more details.

I recently went hands-on with UGREEN’s FineTrack Smart Finder which is a reliable AirTag alternative I still use daily to keep track of my car keys and get notifications if/when I leave it behind. While its compact design works well for keys, backpacks, and travel luggage, it’s too thick for a wallet. So when the folks over at UGREEN reached out asking if I wanted to test their FineTrack Slim wallet tracker, I was immediately intrigued. At 1.7mm thick, it’s perfect for keeping in your wallet without making it feel bulky. I’ve been using it for a while now and it’s time to tell you if it’s worth the price.

ESR is debuting a new mouse today that can magnetically attach to laptops and tablets. Called MagMouse, it’s a wireless mouse that snaps on to laptops and tablets with the help of a reusable magnetic base. It’s designed to make your live easier by making it convenient to grab and go between meetings, classrooms, workspaces, and more. There are and have been other magnetic models out there, as well as mice with integrated cables, but according to ESR this is the “world’s first” to add the snap-and-go convenience. This particular mouse is now live on Kickstarter and early backers can score a unit for just $24, which is 32% less than its $36 listed price. Head below for more details.

Razer has added two new mice to its catalog – the Pro Click V2 and Pro Click V2 Vertical. The standard Pro Click V2 replaces the original Pro Click model whereas the Pro Click V2 Vertical is a completely new mouse in the brand’s mice collection. It’s the brand’s first vertical mouse with which it aims to compete directly with the likes of Logitech in the vertical mouse space. The Razer Pro Click V2 is now up for grabs at Amazon for $119.99 shipped while the standard model is “coming soon” exclusively at Razer’s online store. Head below for a closer look and more details.

NVIDIA is adding three new graphics cards to its RTX 50-series desktop GPU family today – RTX 5060, RTX 5060 Ti with 8GB VRAM, and the 16GB RTX 5060 Ti model. These new graphics cards will join the existing cards in the brand’s RTX 50-series, and both the RTX 5060 Ti models start shipping as early as tomorrow. The prices for these new graphics cards start at $299, making them a great choice for gamers who are looking to game on a budget. Head below for a closer look and some more details.

Today, we’re going hands-on with UGREEN’s new Finder Tag – a fresh alternative to Apple’s AirTag that hit the scene earlier this year. Currently at $12.59 Prime shipped, this item tracker is half of what Apple charges which makes it a budget-friendly alternative. The real question, however, is whether it holds its own against the AirTag, or is it just another alternative at a throwaway price. Let’s dive into some real-world impressions and see if UGREEN’s Find My-compatible tracker is actually worth your money.

Update: Samsung’s latest 2025 Odyssey gaming monitors are now up for grabs at Amazon, and you can score them with FREE Amazon gift cards up to $300. More details in the original post below.

Samsung recently expanded its Odyssey gaming monitor lineup by announcing the launch of new 3D and OLED models last month. There are a total of three new models, all of which are now up for pre-orders directly at Samsung with FREE credits. You are looking at two 27-inch and an ultra-wide 49-inch G9 display, and the prices for these start at $999.99 shipped. Folks who took advantage of the limited-time Reserve campaign will also see a bonus $50 off on top of the $300 in savings right now until these monitors officially hit the shelves. Head below for a closer look at the monitors and more details.

8Bitdo is expanding its officially licensed gear catalog with the introduction of a new Xbox Edition Ultimate controller. This one, just like the Xbox Edition Retro TKL and the Retro R8 mouse, features a transparent shell in Jade finish. It’s priced at $69.99 shipped and is now available to pre-order with deliveries starting from May 15, 2025. This listing also falls under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, meaning you’ll be charged the lowest price if it falls to a lower price between now and release. Head below for a closer look and more details of the controller.

Nintendo’s Switch 2 is now official and it comes with a bevy of new features that we got to experience when we went hands-on with the handheld for nearly six hours yesterday. While we learned a lot about the handheld during its announcement, it wasn’t exactly clear whether it would support ray tracing. Well, we now know that the Switch 2 does indeed support ray tracing for games. In fact, Nintendo also confirmed that the Switch 2 uses NVIDIA’s DLSS tech to improve your gameplay experience. Head below for more details.