Review: Tesla x FreePower gen 2 deliver Apple’s AirPower dream for any Qi device

Back in December Tesla announced its Wireless Charging Platform that’s powered by FreePower’s latest “place anywhere” Qi system. Now orders are shipping to the first customers and we’ve been able to test out the premium multi-device charger that delivers on Apple’s free position AirPower dream.

CES 2021 shifts to fully virtual experience after originally planning for in-person event

CES has announced today that it will be going all-digital for its 2021 show. While the idea of an in-person CES for January baffled many amid the pandemic, the organization was previously shooting to hold the event like normal.

DJI Osmo Action and Pocket cameras discounted up to 45% this month

DJI is famous as a drone company, a maker of flying cameras. But those aren’t the only cameras in the company’s lineup. It also has a line of action cams called Osmo. And for the next month, two DJI Osmo models will be on sale at steep discounts.

The sale runs on the DJI store from May 24 to June 23 and covers both the Osmo Action and Osmo Pocket cameras.

Apple is offering six months of Apple Music subscription for free: here’s how to get it

Apple Music already offers a three-month free subscription for new users, but now Apple has announced an interesting Christmas deal. As of today until the end of 2019, you can subscribe to Apple Music without paying anything for the first six months.

Pad & Quill’s limited-run Lowry Cuff for Apple Watch is hand-made from 80-year-old leather

If you like cuff-style Apple Watch bands, Pad & Quill has a new artisan-made option, the Lowry Cuff for Apple Watch. It features 80-year-old fully restored vegetable-tanned leather with your choice of black or silver hardware. Read on for more details about this limited-run…

Disney+ video service matches Apple TV+ free year promo through Verizon

Verizon has announced today that it will be giving both new and existing customers a free year of Disney’s upcoming streaming service. That’s a great perk and comes in addition to Apple Music being included with some of the carrier’s unlimited plans.

Sony promising silent, app-controlled, wearable air-conditioner next year

Sony is promising something I’ve wanted forever: a silent, wearable air-conditioner …

Twelve South launches BookBook for latest iPad Pro with hardback covers, built-in stand, more

Popular Apple-only accessory maker, Twelve South, is out today with a new BookBook for the latest iPad Pro. BookBook vol. 2 features full-grain leather, complete protection with hardcovers on front and back, an interior pocket, built-in stand, and more.

Microsoft chasing Pokémon GO’s AR success with ‘Minecraft Earth’ for iOS and Android

Microsoft is working on a major new Minecraft game for iOS and Android that takes the highly popular platform into the real world. After teasing the title earlier this month, the company has unveiled Minecraft Earth which is set to arrive in beta this summer. The new mobile game will bring a Pokémon Go-style AR experience to let players collaborate with others in real time and cover “the entire planet in Minecraft.”

Refurbished Apple Watch Series 4 now available from Apple, up to $110 off

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Apple Watch Series 4 refurbished stock has been made available for the first time at Apple’s online store. The discounts range from $60-$110 depending on the model. Head below for all the details.

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Leviton’s dual USB-C wall outlet now available, great for fast-charging iPhone, iPad, more

After announcing its latest USB-C in-wall outlet back in February, Leviton’s dual USB-C outlet is now available for purchase. The outlet features two standard receptacles as well as dual USB-C ports that can offer up to 30W of fast-charging power each, making it a slick solution for iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and more.

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iOttie unveils iPhone car mount with built-in Alexa, new power bank with wireless charging + USB-C, more

iOttie has unveiled several new products at CES this week. The most interesting new accessory looks to be the Easy One Touch Connect, which is an iPhone and Android smartphone car mount with Alexa voice control built-in and one-handed docking and undocking. iOttie  has also shown off another car mount, and a power bank with Qi wireless charging with USB-C.

Ring’s Door View Cam installs w/o wiring or drilling in peephole + smart lighting, more

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Ring has shown off its latest smart video doorbell at CES 2019 along with a dozen other new products including smart lighting, smoke detectors, and a flood/freeze sensor. As for the new headline product, Ring’s Door View Cam offers seamless, wireless installation on your door’s peephole.

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Mophie introduces Juice Pack Access battery case for iPhone with wireless charging and support for wired headphones

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Mophie is out today with its latest battery case for iPhone X, XS, XS Max, and XR. The new Juice Pack Access brings the convenience of wireless charging to power up both the case and your iPhone. It also has the handy open bottom design that Apple uses with its own cases which works with wired headphones and other Lightning accessories.

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Mophie launches new Powerstation PD and PD XL with USB-C and 18W output for fast charging iPhone and iPad

Ahead of CES next week, Mophie is today out with two new portable chargers, the Powerstation PD and Powerstation PD XL. Both feature USB-C and USB-A ports and offer 18W output to charge iPhones up to 50% in just 30 minutes and will fast charge compatible iPads as well. Mophie has also announced a new Powerstation Plus line with integrated Lightning and micro USB chargers.

Latest Pixel 3 offer cuts off $125 or more with Google One promotion

It seems like with every passing day, another discount is available on Google’s Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. This week, Google One is offering up a “membership benefit” which cuts $125 off the price of any Pixel 3 model.

Student plans arrive for YouTube and YouTube Music w/ discounted pricing

Pricing changes have arrived today for both YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium. The discounted YouTube plans are now available for students with 50% off the streaming music and video services normal pricing.

Green Deals: Sun Joe 2030 PSI Electric Pressure Washer $109 (Reg. $150), more

Amazon offers the Sun Joe SPX3000 2030 PSI 1.76-GPM 14.5A Electric Pressure Washer for $109 shipped. Also available at Home Depot. That’s goods for a $40 discount from the going rate and is a new Amazon all-time low. Sun Joe’s Pressure washer includes a 14.5A electric motor and sprays 1.76GPM of water at 2030 PSI. Plus it has a 34-inch extension on the spray wand. As a #1 best-seller, over 5,800 shoppers have left a 4.2/5 star rating.

New Otterbox Mickey Mouse iPhone case lineup celebrates the character’s 90th anniversary

In honor of Mickey Mouse’s 90th anniversary this month, Otterbox has released a new collection of iPhone cases with several different designs of the iconic character. Read on for a full look at the new Mickey Mouse iPhone case series.

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Apple and Amazon make global deal to directly sell more products, including iPhone, iPad, more

Amazon has had an interesting history with Apple products. It stopped selling the Apple TV for some time and only started offering it again as the Prime Video tvOS app launched this past December. Now, a new deal between Apple and Amazon will bring its products directly to consumers.

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Otterbox launches five new Star Wars cases for iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy S9+

Otterbox is out today with a range of new Star Wars cases for iPhone as a part of its Symmetry Series. The new options are compatible with both old and new iPhones alike and Samsung’s Galaxy S9+ and feature Darth Vader, R2D2, Boba Fett, and a Stormtrooper.

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New Otterbox Defender case for the 11- and 12.9-inch iPad Pro works with the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil

Today, Otterbox has revealed its Defender case for the new iPad Pro models. For those looking for some heavy-duty protection for the latest bezel-light iPads, the new Defender case may be the perfect choice.

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iOttie releases new iTap 2 magnetic iPhone car mounts for vent, dash/windshield, and CD slot

iOttie is out today with three new magnetic iPhone car mounts. The new iTap 2 lineup offers users the ability to place their iPhone wherever it’s most convenient, vent, dashboard/windshield, or CD slot.

Olloclip launches Pro and Intro series lenses for iPhone and Android, with telephoto, super-wide, more

Olloclip has today released two new lines of lenses for iPhone and more. With the new Pro Series and Intro Series filling out the Connect X lineup, the company is looking to offer improved photography to all types of users, from those on a budget to enthusiasts looking to get the best shots possible.

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Lexar launches new JumpDrive Fingerprint secure USB 3.0 flash drives with 256-bit encryption

Lexar has today unveiled it new lineup of USB 3.0 flash drives that feature fingerprint readers. With fast speeds and a focus on convenient security, the new Lexar JumpDrive Fingerprint F35 series looks like it could be popular for both business and personal use.

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Ubiquiti releases new AmpliFi Instant Mesh Wi-Fi System, sets up in under 2 minutes

Expanding its lineup beyond the popular AmpliFi HD mesh router and AmpliFi Teleport, Ubiquiti Networks has announced its latest offering, AmpliFi Instant. With a super fast set up process and an affordable price point, this newest product looks to be a compelling router choice.

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Grovemade’s artisan lineup of wood iPhone cases available for XS/Max and XR

Grovemade is well-known for producing finely crafted accessories for Apple devices and more. The company has now announced that its lineup of leather and wood iPhone cases and bumpers is available for iPhone XS and XS Max with XR versions coming soon.

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Tile introduces new smart trackers featuring replaceable batteries, increased range

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Tile, the company behind the most popular smart trackers is out with its latest products today. Both the new Tile Mate and Tile Pro are launching with one of the most requested features: replaceable batteries. Read on for all the details of the latest Tile trackers.

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Belkin unveils BOOST UP Wireless Charging Dock for iPhone + Apple Watch with clean design

Belkin has shared its latest dual charging docks for iPhone and Apple Watch with the BOOST UP Wireless Charging Dock being the flagship product of the lineup. There’s also a new PowerHouse Charge Dock and both new products are designed to work with iPhone XS, Max, and XR in addition to previous iPhones.

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iOttie expands iON lineup with stand that allows portrait and landscape wireless charging

iOttie has released its latest wireless charger in its iON lineup today. The new stand-style charger comes with a heathered gray fabric exterior and allows your iPhone or other smartphone to wirelessly charge in both portrait or landscape orientation.

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Mophie announces four new Qi wireless ‘charge stream’ accessories for home, auto, and travel

Mophie has today added four new wireless charging options to its popular ‘charge stream’ lineup. The new offerings include a vent mount, desk stand, and two sizes of the powerstation wireless for convenient iPhone charging anywhere.

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Olloclip announces ‘Multi-Device Clip’ lens mount, compatible with iPhone X and more

Olloclip has today unveiled its latest camera attachment that offers flexibility for use with a wide range of smartphones. The new Multi-Device Clip works with iPhone X amongst “most mobile devices” and can be used with six different interchangeable lenses.

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New $299 electric bicycle is ultra-affordable and even airline compliant

Electric bicycles come in all shapes, sizes and prices, from large $2,900 cargo e-bikes to cute little $499 folding electric bikes.

Now Stark Drive has redefined the idea of affordable electric bicycles with a new $299 offering, the Stark Drive Mini.

Showtime’s streaming service arrives on Spotify and Hulu $5 student bundle

Spotify has announced today that it is adding even more value to its already fantastic student plan that includes the music streaming service and Hulu for just $5/month. For US students who sign up this fall, they’ll be getting Showtime thrown in as well.

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Bose unveils new smart speaker and soundbars with Alexa voice control, AirPlay 2 and Google Assistant coming soon

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Bose has today announced its latest smart speakers, or more specifically, one smart speaker and two smart soundbars. With Alexa voice control built-in, support coming for Google Assistant, and AirPlay 2 arriving next year, Bose is looking to better compete with Amazon, Google, and Apple.

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Twelve South launches PlugBug Duo, charges two devices in addition to your MacBook

Twelve South has unveiled its latest Apple accessory today, PlugBug Duo. Building on the popularity of its PlugBug World, the new release offers the same benefits like five international adapters, but now adds two USB-A ports to your MacBook charger.

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Logitech launches MX Vertical mouse focused on ergonomics with ‘handshake position’ design

Logitech has unveiled its latest high-end mouse, the MX Vertical. As the first vertical mouse in the company’s lineup, Logitech it touting less muscle strain with improved ergonomics, less hand movement with advanced optical tracking, and more.

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Strava fitness app launches ‘Summit’ flexible paid tiers with training, safety, and analysis packs

Strava, the popular activity app for tracking workouts and competing with other athletes has launched an all new paid tier today. Replacing Stava Premium is “Summit” and it offers the option to buy individual upgrade packs at a lower price or subscribe to a bundle.

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Grovemade unveils new handmade wood trays for Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad

Grovemade has today expanded its lineup of high quality, handmade Apple accessories. The newest offerings are walnut and maple trays for the Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad.

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ElevationLab launches NightPad Wireless iPhone Charger with zero LEDs, 25% off exclusive deal

ElevationLab has unveiled its latest smartphone accessory, the NightPad Wireless Charger. The company’s take features a super clean design focused on removing distractions like LEDs and loud logos.

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Belkin launches 10,000mAh power bank with MFi Lightning input

Belkin has today unveiled its latest offering to keep your devices charged up on the go, the BOOST↑CHARGE Power Bank 10K with Lightning Connector.

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Review: Wally Case for iPhone X with a hidden wallet is great for fans of Apple’s leather case

Distil Union is back with its latest Wally Case, this time for iPhone X. While there are lots of wallet-style options on the market, Wally Case and Wally Stick-On stand out as two of the most slim and refined ways to protect your iPhone and discreetly carry your wallet essentials. Follow along for a hands-on look.

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Apple now discounting refurbished iMac Pros including upgraded 18-core models

Apple has today started offering certified refurbished models of its iMac Pro available on its website. These refurbs of the most powerful Mac yet are going for 15% off and the higher end configurations are also included.

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Adonit launches Snap 2 iPhone stylus with camera selfie button for creatives and social media lovers

Popular stylus maker, Adonit has today released its newest stylus, Snap 2 with a range of features focused on creatives and Snapchat and Instagram users that has a built-in camera shutter for selfies and more.

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OtterBox releases new ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ iPhone cases with 20% off deal

OtterBox has launched its latest lineup of themed cases. The new Avengers: Infinity War collection includes cases featuring Iron Man, Black Panther, Thanos, and more. They even have a glow-in-the-dark option and one with a 3D effect. Otterbox is also offering a 20% off discount at launch.

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Urban Armor Gear unveils its Plasma Case for iPad and iPad Pro with Apple Pencil holder

Urban Armor Gear has revealed its latest protection for Apple’s iPad lineup, the Plasma Case. These new cases will be available for the 5th and 6th generation 9.7-inch iPad as well as both iPad Pros.

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Behind the Screens: Michael’s custom reclaimed wood garage setup

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Behind the Screens is a weekly 9to5Toys series that takes you through our writers’ setups, be it mobile, desktop, gaming or home theater. Next up is Michael Potuck, Editor 9to5Mac.

We’ve been showcasing the various setups of our team, and mostly focusing on desktop workstations. However, Trevor first spiced things up when he showed off his slick coffee bar. Today I’m taking you on a tour of my garage and how I’ve turned it into a clean, organized, and useful space.

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Otterbox releases new ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’ cases for iPhone and more

Otterbox has today released its latest cases to go along with the film Solo: A Star Wars Story. The company is offering three different designs for iPhone 7/8/Plus, X and one for Samsung’s Galaxy S9/Plus.

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