Karthik Iyer

Amazon just unleashed two new devices to update its wall-mounted smart display lineup – Echo Show 15 and Echo Show 21. The Echo Show 15, which is the smaller of the two new smart displays, is an updated model of the Echo Show 15 that debuted in 2022. The Echo Show 21 is essentially the star of the show here, sporting a 21-inch 1080p screen. Both models are said to have improved audio, camera, and a built-in smart home hub, and they are now available to purchase on Amazon for $299.99 and $399.99 shipped, respectively. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Update: Newegg’s Black Friday 2024 sale is now live with huge savings on gaming PCs, laptops, GPUs, and many other components. More details of the sale along with a 28-page ad highlighting the deals are waiting for you below in the original post.

Newegg typically offers huge discounts on gaming PCs, laptops, peripherals, and more, and we now have our first look at its highly anticipated 2024 Black Friday ad. Newegg will have plenty of items on sale during Black Friday and pretty much all of them are highlighted in this whopping 28-page Black Friday ad. The retailer’s official Black Friday sale goes live on November 21, and you’ll have until November 30 to snag the deals. There’s already a pre-Black Friday sale happening at Newegg right now with price protection and an extended return period, so be sure to check it out after you’re done getting more details of the sale below.

Razer has taken the wraps off a new docking station called the Razer USB 4 Dock. This all-in-one hub, as the name implies, is powered by USB 4, and it’s a versatile unit that adds as many as 14 ports to improve your workstation, making it easier to connect all your favorite peripherals to your PC. This new Razer USB 4 dock costs $229.99 shipped and it’s now available to purchase on Amazon in Black and Mercury colorways. Head below for a closer look and some more details on what this USB hub brings to your desk.

Black Friday is one of the best times to upgrade your battlestation with huge savings on gaming laptops, desktops, and other gear from brands like Alienware, Samsung, Lenovo, and more. So for our next round of Best of Black Friday features, we’re diving into the most notable PC gaming gear. Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart are already running early Black Friday discounts and deals on pretty much everything from gaming monitors to smaller peripherals like SSDs, keyboards, and more. Today, we’re giving you a curated one-stop shopping list of our favorite PC gaming deals during the holiday shopping season, highlighting both the deals that are live right now along some insights on what to expect over the next few weeks. Head below for more details on the best Black Friday PC gaming deals.

Target has kicked off a pre Black Friday sale, featuring 40 pages of unmissable deals that are now live until November 16. From huge savings of up to 50% on holiday essentials like Christmas trees to some solid deals on Disney gear, LEGO sets, and even kitchen and home essentials like appliances and bedding, Target has something for everyone. These deals are now live alongside Target’s Black Friday Deals of the Day sale, and they’re all ready to go now. Head below for more details and a closer look at Target’s Deal Days 2024 sale.

8BitDo is expanding its popular Retro keyboard lineup to include a new option today – Retro 108 Mechanical Keyboard. Both NES and Fami editions of this new model are now up for pre-order on Amazon, and they both come with a set of dual Super Buttons. You can pre-order the new Retro 108 Mechanical Keyboard now for $119.99 shipped, and it starts shipping on December 12. 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 more info and a closer look at this new keyboard.

Walmart has just released its highly anticipated 2024 Black Friday ad, offering a whopping 40 pages of incredible deals going live between November 11 and 17. From huge savings on Apple gear like iPads, AirPods, MacBooks, and more to home essentials like kitchen appliances, and apparel for the entire family with up to 70% off, there’s something for everyone. Walmart’s first wave of Black Friday deals go live on November 11 and you’ll have until November 17 to snag them. There will also be a second wave of deals starting November 25 online and in stores on November 29. Walmart+ members get early access to the sale, so be sure to grab an annual membership at 50% off once you’re done getting more details of the sale below.

Black Friday is just around the corner, and we’re excited to help you navigate the sea of deals to find the best gaming monitor for your battlestation. Alongside loads of early deals now live down below, we are also here to provide some insight on what’s to come based on past trends and our coverage of 2024 Prime Day and the like. We’ll be keeping a close eye on the latest offers from major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and more, and we’ll also pay close attention to the offers directly from the online stores of various brands like Samsung, Dell, and more. Keep an eye on our Black Friday 2024 hub to stay updated on the best deals and avoid impulse purchases. Whether you’re looking for a high-refresh-rate monitor for competitive gaming or a wide-screen ultrawide for immersive gaming experiences, we’ll help you find the perfect monitor for your setup.

A few weeks after making a debut in the Japanese market, Hori’s new Wireless HORIPAD gamepad for Steam is now coming to the U.S. This new wireless controller is compatible with Windows 11/10 PCs and the Steam Deck, and it’s now available to pre-order for $59.99 shipped on Amazon.  It’s only available in the Midnight Black colorway and is scheduled to release on December 16, 2024. This listing also falls under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, which means you’ll be charged the lowest price it falls to between now and release no matter how much you lock in for now. Head below for more info and a closer look at this new gamepad.

There’s a new Pokémon game in town, except this one isn’t digital and it takes over the ever-so-popular Monopoly board game. That’s right, it’s time to embark on a new kind of adventure with the latest release from Hasbro — the Pokémon Monopoly Edition. This exciting new board game combines the classic Monopoly gameplay with the beloved world of Pokémon. This new board game is now available to pre-order on Amazon for $24.99 Prime shipped, with a December 20 release date set in stone. Head below for more details and a closer look to see if you want to snag one for yourself or that Pokémon fan in your circle. This listing also falls under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, which means you’ll be charged the lowest price it falls to between now and release no matter how much you lock in for now.

8Bitdo is expanding its gamepad lineup today with the introduction of a new Bluetooth model called the Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller for Android. This new gamepad features Hall Effect triggers and joysticks and it fully supports the brand’s Ultimate software, too. You can pre-order the new Ultimate Mobile Gaming Controller for Android now at $49.99 shipped. It comes in black and white colors, both of which start shipping on November 29 which is just in time for the holidays. This listing also falls under the Amazon pre-order Guarantee, which means you’ll be charged the lowest price it falls to between now and release no matter how much you lock in for now. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Update: The new eero Outdoor 7 has officially released and is now available to purchase for $349.99 shipped (one-pack), or $399.99 shipped bundled with the PoE adapter. Get full details in the original post below.

Amazon is expanding its reliable eero mesh Wi-Fi system lineup today to include a new model. The brand is taking things outdoors with the weatherproof eero Outdoor 7, which is perfect for extending your internet coverage to outdoor spaces like your backyard, garage, and other outbuildings like a guest house. This new dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi 7 access point will be available in time for holidays on November 13 starting at $349.99 shipped as a part of the existing eero lineup. Head below for a closer look and more details on this new outdoor Wi-Fi unit.

There’s no shortage of Qi2 chargers on the market in 2024 and we’ve tested a bunch of them here at 9to5Toys, right from Anker’s MagGo 3-in-1 charging station from the first wave of these chargers to ESR’s 3-in-1 Qi2 charger more recently. While they all have different form factors and even multiple charging pads and ports for added functionality, none stand out the way UGREEN’s new Uno Qi2 2-in-1 charging station does with its unique design. I’ve been using it as my main charger over the last few weeks and it has won me over not just with its reliable charging but by adding a touch of personality to my desk.

After unleashing new gaming gear at Logi PLAY and MX Creative Console for Adobe Photoshop and Premier Pro users, Logitech is back with another new release. This time, the brand has launched the new POP ICON Keys, a Wireless Bluetooth keyboard. This new board lands on your desk with an eye-catching design, and it’s perfect for anyone who is looking to add a touch of color to their setup. The Logitech POP ICON Keys is now available to purchase on Amazon for $49.99 shipped. You can also get it as a bundle with the brand’s POP Mouse for $69.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look at the keyboard.

USB-C hubs have traditionally been functional but forgettable devices with little to no innovation or evolution in their design or utility over the years. UGREEN, however, has found a way to make the mundane USB accessory more interesting by adding a touch of personality and a cheerful face. Its new Uno 6-in-1 USB-C hub — just like the other accessories in its Uno series — offers a playful plugging experience with an LED panel that lights up with a smile when in use. I’ve been using the Uno 6-in-1 as my main hub over the last few weeks and I can finally report on whether this cheap and cheerful gadget is worth the cash.

After debuting the new Wolverine V3 Pro controller and BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% gaming keyboard, Razer is back again with another exciting release. It has now debuted Freyja, the “world’s first” HD Haptic Gaming cushion. Yes, this is the same cushion it showcased earlier this year CES. Additionally, Razer has also unleashed the new Kraken V4 Pro gaming headset with haptics, leaving no stone unturned to deliver full-body immersion. Both the Kraken V4 Pro headset and Freyja gaming cushion are now available to buy from Amazon, Best Buy, and Razer’s online store. The headset is priced at $399.99 whereas the cushion will set you back $299.99 shipped. Unsurprisingly, the new gaming cushion seems to be low in stock, at least for now. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Update: The new Meta Quest 3S VR headset now live on Amazon. Pre-order 128GB variant at $299.99 and 256GB at $399.99 shipped, with pre-order price guarantee.

Meta has finally announced its new Quest 3S VR headset, which delivers a lot of the same features as the Quest 3 for a relatively affordable price. The new Meta Quest 3S is now available to pre-order and it starts shipping on October 15. You can pre-order either the 128GB Quest 3S for $299 shipped or the 256GB Quest 3S for $399 shipped from Amazon and Walmart and Meta’s online store. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Samsung has announced its new 990 EVO Plus SSD, an upgraded version of its hybrid storage solution with PCIe 4.0 support and the latest NAND technology. The brand’s new 990 EVO Plus will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities when it goes on sale this Fall at Samsung’s online store and other retailers like Amazon, with the suggested retail price of $109.99 for the 1TB model, $184.99 for the 2TB model, and $344.99 for the 4TB model. Head below for more details and a closer look at this new SSD.

After debuting a bunch of new gaming gear at its Logi PLAY 2024 event last week, Logitech has just announced some handy peripherals for creative professionals. The brand has launched the new MX Creative Console that’s designed to control Adobe Photoshop and Premier Pro. Now available to pre-order on Amazon for $199.99 shipped, the MX Creative Console includes a Stream Deck-like keypad and a dialpad, delivering plenty of buttons and an analog dial to help you get control of your creative workloads. Head below for more details and a closer look.

UGREEN, best known for its charging solutions and accessories, has partnered with Intel to bring its next-generation NASync series of network attached storage (NAS) devices to the market. These new NASync devices debuted earlier this year at CES and have been live since then on Kickstarter, but they’re finally hitting other marketplaces now and are finally available on Amazon. Both the UGREEN NASync DXP2800 and NASync DXP4800 Plus are available to purchase now for $359.99 and $629.99 shipped, respectively, once you clip the on-page 10% off coupon. Head below for more details and a closer look at these new devices.

Qi2 wireless chargers are on the rise and the latest one just hit the shelves courtesy of UGREEN. After launching its 2-in-1 Qi2 Uno charger, UGREEN is back again with another Qi2 unit called the MagFlow Qi2 charging stand. Just like many other recent releases on the market, this one also comes with two charging pads to power your iPhone and AirPods simultaneously. This Qi2 charger is now available to buy from UGREEN’s official Amazon storefront for $49.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look.

HTC Vive is upgrading its lineup of Extended Reality wearables with the new Focus Vision headset. Priced at $999.99 shipped, this new headset promises gamers a better experience compared to older models with built-in eye-tracking, improved cameras, better hand-tracking, and more. The HTC Vive Focus Vision headset is available to pre-order today on Amazon and it starts shipping on October 18, 2024. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Logitech has announced a bunch of new gaming gear at its Logi PLAY 2024 event. The brand has debuted new esports-focused gaming gear, expanding its already solid Logitech G gaming lineup. It kicked off the event with the new PRO X TKL RAPID Wired Gaming Keyboard with analog switches. It was followed by a pair of new gaming mice — Logitech G PRO 2 LIGHTSPEED and the G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 DEX — along with a bunch of other gear including a new shifter for racing sim, a new model of Astro A50 headset, and more. Head below for a closer look and more details.

We are now tracking a deal that drops Samsung’s 128GB PRO Plus microSD card to $12.99 Prime shipped. Folks without Prime membership can dodge the shipping fee by checking out with items worth over $35 in the cart. Samsung is also matching the price of this SD card today with the USB reader at its online store. It has fetched as much as $34 in recent months on Amazon and today’s 62% discount knocks it down to a price that matches its previous all-time low from November last year. This microSD card comes with a USB reader and you’ll find more details about it below.

The prebuilt keyboard market is filled with a lot of compelling boards at both budget and ultra-premium price points. While the budget ones leave out a lot of features in the name of cost-cutting, the premium offerings with features like gasket mounting and hefty aluminum chassis demand a prohibitive price tag. There’s a distinct lack of reliable keyboards in the mid-range space offering a good mix of features at a palatable price point, and that’s exactly what Varmilo hopes to change with the new Muse65 Hall Effect keyboard.

Apple’s iPhone 16 launch has sparked a flurry of new cases, and elago is among the latest to join the fray. The brand is offering its popular silicone case for the iPhone 16 range in over 30 different finishes with prices starting from $13.50 shipped. We have come to love the smooth finish of these liquid silicone cases over the years, and they go easy on your wallet compared to other options on the market. From magnetic silicone cases in over 30 different colors to clear and even leather cases, elago has an extensive list of iPhone 16 cases ready for you to grab starting at just $13.50.

Hot on the heels of Glorious’ GMMK 3 mechanical keyboard debut, Razer has just announced the launch of its new Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% gaming keyboard. It belongs to the same family as the BlackWidow V4 and the V4 Pro full-sized keyboard, but it differentiates itself with an OLED display, a dial, and other inclusions like pre-lubed stabilizers. The new Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% gaming keyboard is now available to pre-order exclusively from Razer’s online store for $299.99 shipped, and it’ll go on sale on more platforms including Amazon later this month. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Glorious has returned with a new addition to its wildly popular GMMK keyboard lineup, the GMMK 3. The company is offering a wide range of customization options for the new GMMK 3 and is calling it the “world’s most customizable keyboard.” This new board is available in 65%, 75%, and 100% layouts, and they’re all available on Amazon now with prices starting from just $79.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new GMMK 3.

ZAGG is a popular name in the Apple gear accessory business, and it just unleashed one of the more extensive collections of gear for the iPhone 16 range. We are looking a new lineup of cases, screen protectors, and more for the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and the 16 Pro Max, starting at just $19.99 Prime shipped. Scope out the details below where we break down the company’s latest collection.

Amazon is offering LG’s 27-inch UltraGear QHD 180Hz curved gaming monitor for $169.99 shipped. This regularly $250 monitor is fairly new to the market, and today’s deal lands as its second major discount since it debuted a couple of months back in July. It is now seeing a solid 32% discount which shaves $80 off its usual going rate to drop it back to the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon. Head below for more details to see if you want to cash in on today’s deal and snag a curved monitor for your battlestation.

Apple’s new iPhone 16 series has officially landed and so has a bunch of new cases from various manufacturers. Caseology has also debuted a new collection for the new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max models, and it includes a couple of new styles that are up for grabs right now. Caseology’s new iPhone 16 cases this year start at just $16.99 Prime shipped, and they offer solid protection for your phone while also making it stand out from the rest with many other cases. Head below for more details on all the available iPhone 16 cases from Caseology.

After launching a USB-C robot charger and a charging cable, UGREEN has now debuted a Uno MagSafe 5,000mAh power bank with the same vibe. Now available for purchase on Amazon at just $35.99 shipped thanks to a 20% launch deal, this new MagSafe power bank features a built-in display to showcase adorable robotic facial expressions. Head below fore more details and a closer look at this new power bank.

Hot on the heels of new Qi2 charging gear from Anker and Belkin, ESR has now shown off some of its new Qi2 MagSafe charging gear at IFA 2024 in Berlin. ESR’s new collection includes a 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger, a Qi2 Car Mount Charger, and a Qi2 MagSafe Battery Pack with a kickstand. These new Qi2 chargers are now available to purchase from Amazon, with the MagSafe Qi2 car charger landing a 13% launch deal. Head below for more details on each of them.

Sony has just announced the latest generation of its professional reference headphones, the Sony MDR-M1 over-ear headphones. It’s very similar to the wildly popular MDR-7506 headphones and has a slightly updated design, a new set of drivers, a wider frequency range, and improved bass response, among other things. The Sony MDR-M1 over-ear headphones are now available to pre-order on Amazon for $249.99 shipped. Alternatively, you can also pre-order them from B&H for the same price. Head below for more details.

If you thought Acer’s Project Dual Play concept laptop with a detchable controller and pop-out speakers was wild, then wait till you see what Lenovo brought to its IFA showcase along with the new IdeaPad Copilot+ PC with Snapdragon X Plus and a bunch of other laptops. The company showed off its Auto Twist AI PC concept, which is essentially a laptop with a motorized hinge. It can track your movements and rotate its display to face you as you walk around it. Interestingly, it can also open or close its lid with your voice command. Head below for more details and a closer look.

In addition to the new Nitro Blaze 7 gaming handheld, Acer also brought its wild Project Dual Play concept gaming laptop to IFA. It’s essentially a gaming laptop in Acer’s Predator lineup with an interesting design that fits a detachable gamepad and pop-out speakers. It’s the most unusual laptop to show up at IFA this year, but it definitely has the potential to end up as a pretty useful laptop in stores sometime in the future, in my opinion. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Courtesy of the official LISEN storefront on Amazon, you can now score its portable tire inflator for $39.99 shipped. That’s straight up a $40 discount on a portable air compressor which regularly fetches $80. You’re essentially looking at a 50% discount on this useful gadget today that’s $15 cheaper than its previous all-time low on Amazon, marking the lowest price we can find. Head below for more details and find out what makes this a versatile and a must-have gadget in your car.

Intel’s new Lunar Lake 200V laptop processors are now official and Dell is among the first manufacturers to use them in one of its laptops. The company just announced its new XPS 13 laptop powered by Intel’s Core Ultra 2 processors, and it’s now available to pre-order for $1,399.99 shipped at Dell’s online store with deliveries starting on September 24. Head below for more details.

After launching its ARMOR 700 portable SSD earlier this year in June, Lexar is now back with another storage drive. Today, the brand is debuting its new Play 2280 SSD for the PS5 with blazing-fast speeds and an included heatsink. Lexar is debuting the 4TB variant of its Play 2280 PS5 SSD today at $379.99 shipped on Amazon, with two more storage variants on the way. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Following the reveal of three new Xbox consoles at the 2024 Game Showcase in June, the 2TB Galaxy Black special edition Xbox Series X is now available for pre-orders at $599.99 shipped. This new Special Edition Series X model, which is also available to pre-order directly from Xbox, is scheduled to release on October 15 alongside the 1TB Robot White Xbox Series S and 1TB Robot White Digital Xbox Series X. Head below for more details.

Starting today, Xbox Insiders can test Microsoft’s new Xbox Game Pass tier for just $1. The new tier called the Xbox Game Pass Standard will replace the Game Pass for Console option, and it’ll land at $14.99/month once it fully launches. This new tier was first revealed back in July alongside the price increases for Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. It is not quite ready for prime time just yet, but the Xbox Insiders can get an early taste for just $1 and provide feedback.

8Bitdo is celebrating Black Myth: Wukong’s release with a special edition of its Ultimate 2C controller. This Ultimate 2C Black Myth: Wukong edition is the result of an official collaboration, and it’s now readily available to purchase from Amazon starting at just $24.99 Prime shipped for the wired version. There’s also a wireless variant with a 2.4G receiver at $35. Head below for more details and some images of this special edition controller.

Spigen’s sister brand Caseology is usually among the first ones to debut cases for new phones when they go live, and its new budget-friendly Pixel 9 collection is now widely available. Caseology’s collection this year starts at just $15.99 Prime shipped, just in line with Spigen’s Pixel 9 collection. They offer solid protection for your phone, while also making it stand out from the rest with some cool designs. Head below for more details on all the available Pixel 9 cases from Caseology.

Google’s new Pixel 9 series handsets have arrived, and you can pre-order them now to save big on your purchase. We’ve also started seeing a bunch of new cases for the new phones, including Dbrand’s tried-and-tested Grip case. This is the one with grippy sides that is compatible with a range of interchangeable skins to customize the look and feel of your phone. Head below for more details on Dbrand’s Grip case which is now available for Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL.

Welcome to 9to5toys Battlestation Weekly — the best place to find all the latest PC gaming gear and unbeatable deals at glance every Saturday morning. This week, we’ll dive into sweet discounts on Samsung Odyssey gaming monitors, Elgato’s Stream Deck Neo, and more for your battlestation. Plus, we’ll also check out new Ryzen desktop CPUs from AMD and Sony’s PC adapter for PS VR2, both of which are trending right now in the PC gaming space. Ready to level up your gaming setup? Let’s go!