Patrick Campanale

It’s 2018, and Apple has finally joined the USB-C train. The latest iPad Pro (our review) started to hit store shelves and customer hands yesterday, and I picked my iPad up today. Apple does include an 18W USB-C fast charger in the box, thankfully. Now you now have a large range of options thanks to Apple moving to a new standard. For most people, 18W is plenty for charging. If you have the larger 12.9-inch iPad Pro and are using power-intensive applications, you might want some extra juice. These are our top 5 USB-C fast chargers for iPad Pro.

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The floodgates have opened for Black Friday ad leaks, and we’re continuing with Newegg now. I frequent Newegg when looking for computer or gaming peripherals and products. Thankfully, that’s just what’s featured during in year’s Newegg Black Friday ad. Be sure to sign up for Newegg’s Premiere club or Shoprunner so you can score free shipping and exclusive deals. Head below for a look at the Newegg Black Friday ad and our favorite deals.

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Black Friday is just over three weeks away…Yes, seriously. I can’t believe it either, but we’ve already seen several Black Friday ads leak, and now it’s time to take a look at Lenovo’s. There are some great deals here, like $99 laptops, gaming peripherals & computers, and more. Keep reading to find out more about the Lenovo Black Friday ad.

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Up until recently, Wi-Fi has been a little cumbersome to keep up with. Did you want 802.11ac? 802.11n? What about 802.11a? Is that better or is 802.11ac? Well last month, the Wi-Fi alliance simplified things. Wi-Fi 6 is the latest technology, with Wi-Fi 5 being current-generation and Wi-Fi 4 is the previous stuff. But, the NETGEAR Nighthawk AX8 and Nighthawk AX12 are here as some of the first Wi-Fi 6 routers.

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If you have somehow missed it, Apple’s latest MacBook Air releases tomorrow. Apple announced it last week to scores of applause, as everyone had been waiting for an update to Apple’s best-selling laptop. But, the Huawei MateBook 13 aims to give Apple a run for its money.

Apple’s laptop falls “short” in a few categories. It’s using low-power Y-series processors and has no dedicated graphics card option, no matter how high you spec it up. 
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Nostalgia and classical games seem to be making a comeback. We’ve got the PlayStation Classic, rumors of the Nintendo 64 Classic, SNES Classic, and now SEGA Genesis Classics for Nintendo Switch.

This new launch is different from the others, though. While the PlayStation Classic and other relaunches actually rebuilt the entire console, this will let you play SEGA Genesis Classics on your Nintendo Switch. Already launched on other consoles, we can’t wait to get our hands on this title for Switch in early December.

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Today, we’re getting out first look at the HP Black Friday 2018 ad. The computer company’s Thanksgiving week plans have been fully detailed here, with doorbusters, all-time low prices, and more. Keep reading to find out about all of HP’s Black Friday 2018 plans.

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The Nintendo Switch is one of the world’s best-selling consoles. Though sales started to dwindle a few months ago, the company was closing in on 20,000,000 units sold back in July. One feature that many Switch owners want, but have never been given any word on, is a YouTube app. Currently, the only streaming app that is on the Switch is Hulu. Could we finally see YouTube on Nintendo Switch? We’ll find out on November 8th.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Black Friday ads start to leak, Anker launches a great sale with deals on USB-C gear and more from $10, refurbished iPhone 8/Plus from $499, more…

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If you’re like me, then you likely have multiple Amazon packages coming to your house every week. Ok, hopefully, you’re not like me. But, in case you are, sometimes it’s a little crazy to get packages every day (or every other day) from the online shopping giant.

With the holidays coming up, you might want to make sure that you’re home when important things come. Amazon’s new program can help with this. It’s called “Amazon Day”, and it lets you pick a specific day for your packages to be delivered.

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Mobile gaming is a huge industry these days. Even desktop and console titles like Fortnite and PlayerUnknowns: Battlegrounds have found their way to iPhone and Android. The one place sorely lacking with mobile gaming, however, is controller support. But that’s where Rotor Riot comes in.

Playing on a touchscreen is fine for titles like Subway Surfers or Clash of Clans, but for a fast-paced title like Fortnite, PUBG, or even Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, a controller is a must. Through mobile controllers already exist, one that fully mimicked consoles with proper L3/R3 buttons was missing…that is, until now.

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If you’ve never heard of the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x (or M50x for short), then you probably live under a rock. Or have never watched tech YouTube channels. But, either way, if you’ve not heard of them they’re a pair of Audio-Technica’s best-selling headphones. I own them, many tech YouTubers own them, and they’re fairly good when it comes to listening to or monitoring audio. But, they have a 3.5mm cable.

In this day and age, even the iPad Pro is losing its 3.5mm headphone jack. Since your choice seems to be either join the #DongleLife or buy wireless, Audio-Technica wants to make the choice easier if you like its iconic M50x headphones. In come the M50xBT, with 40-hours of battery life and more, these are sure to become top-sellers in no time.

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Sprint is at the top of the list when most consumers think about budget carriers. The carrier is often doing $0/month leases on trade-in or free service when you switch from other carriers. We’re expecting some great deals during this year’s Sprint Black Friday 2018 sales, so keep reading to learn the best ways to prepare for the big day.

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There are tons of new smartphones out this year. From Apple’s latest iPhones to the new OnePlus 6T that just came out today, you can find just about any device to tickle your fancy. T-Mobile, a game-changer in the mobile industry, is bound to have great Black Friday deals. Keep reading to learn how to best prepare for T-Mobile Black Friday 2018.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Clockwork Synergy Apple Watch bands are 25% off, Apple’s latest 9.7-inch iPad starts at $285, the best iPhone XR pre-order deals, more…

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is probably one of the most anticipated games of 2018. Launching two weeks ago, this game has quickly become one of my favorite CoD games ever, possibly my all-time favorite. In our full Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 review, we’ll take a look at all game modes and gameplay.

From a revamped multiplayer to a brand-new Zombies storyline and the new Blackout game mode, Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will be on most gamers wishlists this holiday season.

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Today, Anker announced three new additions to its product lineup. You have the Nebula Capsule II, an update to the company’s projector. The PowerPort Atom PD 1, its smallest 27W USB-C PD charger yet. And lastly the SoundCore Model Zero+ portable speaker with Dolby Audio.

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We first covered BentoStack back in October of last year. Now, here we are 12 months later talking about the latest iteration of this must-have Apple accessory organizer. BentoStack Charge takes what we loved about BentoStack, and adds a Qi-enabled battery to the top.

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We’re getting our first glimpse at the Best Buy Top Toys 2018 list. We’ve already taken a look at the Amazon Top 100 Toys List and Sam’s Club Holiday Guide, and now it’s time to check out the nation’s largest electronics retailer. Black Friday 2018 is only about a month away at this point, so now’s the perfect time to get ready for the largest shopping holiday of the year.

Best Buy isn’t outlining any specific sales here, but more showing us what to expect over the next few months. The Top Toys 2018 list details several toys from Hasbro, Fisher-Price, VTech, Kano, Sphero, and more. Head below to learn more about the Best Buy Top Toys 2018 list and for some of our top picks.

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We got a peek at Sam’s Club’s Instant Savings book last week. Now, it’s time to take a dive into how best to save at one of the nation’s largest wholesale retailers. I’ve shopped at Sam’s Club for as long as I can remember. It’s a great place to find deals on computers, televisions, furniture, food, and everything in between. Keep reading to learn how you can best prepare to shop at Sam’s Club Black Friday 2018.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Certified refurbished 2018 MacBook Pros from $1,529, the best iPhone XR pre-order deals, discounted Apple Watch leather & Milanese bands for $5, more…

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Verizon is often touted as one of the more expensive wireless carriers around. But, during the holidays, the company can often offer some deep discounts on phones and more that are otherwise unheard of. While there likely won’t be any discount on its award-winning cellular service, we’ll see sales on some of this year’s hottest consumer electronics. Keep reading to find out how you can save during Verizon Black Friday.

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The Home Depot Black Friday savings are sure to be plenteous this year. From deals on smart home technology to security systems, appliances, and more it’s going to be a great year. We’re just about a month away from Thanksgiving and the year’s biggest shopping holiday. Keep reading to find out how to prepare for it if you frequent Home Depot.

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Updated 10/31: Newegg just released some new information regarding its Black November sale event. This sale will run all month and feature new deals on a rotating schedule. Keep reading for more information.

Newegg Black Friday 2018 will be a go-to for many when it comes to building custom computers and buying PC or console gaming accessories. Over the years, Newegg has expanded from its core computer component offerings to consoles and even home goods. Competing with Amazon, GameStop, Walmart, and even Best Buy this Black Friday won’t be easy for this online retailer, but we expect Newegg to have some killer deals this holiday season.

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mophie is a well-known brand when it comes to portable power. With accessories from cables to portable batteries and more, the company has a solution for any power problem. Today, the company announced the mophie powerstation USB-C 3XL.

The mophie powerstation line of batteries are designed to give you extra power on all of your devices. This new powerstaion USB-C 3XL brings 45W USB-C PD and more to your bag, making sure your devices are always topped off.

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Rocket League is a game that took the world by storm. After announcing earlier this year that Hot Wheels would team up with Psyonix to bring Rocket League to life, the Rocket League RC Rivals Set finally has a release date.

This set will let your kids bring their favorite game to life. Hot Wheels has partnered with Rocket League before, but this takes it to a new level. You’ll get two cars in the kit, plus a ball and stadium. Your iPhone or Android device will be the controller, meaning that there are fewer parts to lose. Keep reading to learn more.

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Philips Hue is synonymous with smart home lighting these days, but it’s also synonymous with expensive pricing. Philips Hue does offer some nice features, like HomeKit, Assistant, and Alexa integration among many in-app bonuses as well.

But, it’s possible to achieve the same look of Philips Hue for less. You can sometimes expect to pay up to $80 or more for a single LightStrip from Philips. If you want to outfit a den or office with these strips, it can get very expensive, very quick. Keep reading to find out how you can get the same look at a much lower price point with these Philips Hue alternatives.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Apple’s latest iPad 9.7-inch is on sale from $289, Best Buy launches an open-box Apple sale with rare discounts, Anker cuts the prices on a selection of its products including the Nebula Mars II Portable Projector, more…

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When we first took a look at PaMu back in April, we absolutely loved it. They fit well, had decent battery life, and were a great entry-point into the truly wireless earbud game for just $29. Now, Padmate is back with the PaMu Scroll.

At $39, these are a little more expensive than the previous-generation PaMu but well worth it in my opinion. If you compare the size of PaMu to the PaMu Scroll earbuds, it’s a massive change. And the new case is fantastic, too. With features like Qi wireless charging, Bluetooth 5.0, and more, the PaMu Scroll is a fantastic AirPods competitor.

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Update: @rattnroll1986, @nickwrightbiker, and @christiandow are our winners. They’ve been contacted via twitter. Thanks to everyone that entered!

Today’s the day. Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is now out and it’s time to enjoy the latest installment of the popular series. We’ve teamed up with the game’s developers to offer 3 copies of Black Ops 4 to three of our lucky readers! The platform doesn’t matter here, as you’ll choose which you’d prefer if you win. Whether you’re excited for Blackout (like me), or the new Zombies, this is the giveaway for you. Head below for more information on how to enter our Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 Giveaway.

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October is a great month for gameplay and though we see the release of Black Ops 4 tomorrow, the October Xbox update was released today. The Xbox One October Update brings with it many awesome upgrades and a few new features.

Headlining those new features are Alexa commands and Dolby Vision support. We first talked about Dolby Vision support back in July when it was just a rumor still. Sony has still yet to push out Dolby Vision support, being the higher-end of the two main DVR formats. Alexa also joins the party here with console-specific commands that could make your usage even easier. Keep reading to learn more.

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Earlier this month, Toys R Us announced that its assets would be reorganized with Geoffrey, LLC. This reorganization would bring about the stop of the toy store’s bankruptcy and closing from earlier this year. But, now we have some new news out of the Dallas Toy Preview, where Geoffrey was spotted and a booth labeled “Geoffrey’s Toy Box” was seen (and registered).

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While the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One aren’t old, they are starting to age. The One X and PS4 Pro bump did breathe a little more life into the systems, but a complete refresh is on the horizon. Just a few weeks ago, we noted that Nintendo was working on a new Switch, even though it came out after both Microsoft’s and Sony’s offerings. Microsoft has already mentioned that a new Xbox is being worked on, but up until now, Sony has been quiet. That’s all changed now that we know Sony is working on the next-generation PlayStation.
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The Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL were just announced today, and we’re already witnessing some launch-day discounts. The best deal we’re seeing for one device is Best Buy’s $100 gift card with a monthly installment purchase. Both Best Buy and Verizon are offering buy-one-get-one-free Pixel 3 deals, too. Project Fi is even jumping in on the discount bandwagon, more details below.

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Sale season is officially upon us, and that means Black Friday 2018 ads are starting to come out among other sale fliers. The latest to hit the interwebs is the Meijer Black Friday Toy Guide. Head below for more information on what Meijer predicts to be some of the hottest toys of this year.

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The entertainment center is the main focal point for many homes. It’s where you’ll watch TV with the family, movies with friends, and is the center of many homes. A neat and tidy setup is a must, as no one likes wires coming out from everywhere. These are some of our favorite items to organize your entertainment center and make it look brand-new, without spending a fortune.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Best Buy discounts a selection of Apple refurbished products, the 2017 MacBook Pro gets up to a $900 discount, BeatsX Bluetooth Earbuds are just $74.50, more…

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We’re in the age of technology, yet the most popular items are re-launches of products from many years ago. Nintendo’s NES Classic has been a best-seller since its launch, staying sold out for many months. Sony is launching a PlayStation Classic, and there are rumors of Nintendo’s possible N64 Classic relaunch as well. Now, Nintendo might be launching a Game Boy case for your cell phone.

This Game Boy relaunch would not be done in the same way other classic consoles have been re-released. Instead of being a stand-alone device like the NES Classic, this is a case for your cell phone that brings the familiar controls and screen style of Game Boy to a device that already finds itself in your pocket every day.

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Dell’s gaming division, Alienware, is known for easy-to-use computers for PC gamers who want to enjoy AAA titles without having to build their own machine. The company’s latest laptop, the Alienware m15, will bring that convenience to more through its thin and light construction, yet still, retain its powerful specs to handle any title you could throw at it.

With up to Intel’s Core i7-8750H (a 6 core 12 thread processor), NVIDIA’s GTX 1080 8GB GPU, 32B RAM, 1TB PCIe SSD, and more, this is the perfect gaming laptop for someone who wants a smaller package with plenty of beef to handle the latest AAA titles like Battlefield V and Black Ops 4.

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Razer has become a household name when it comes to PC gaming. From keyboards and mice to gaming laptops, phones, and eGPUs, I thought Razer was in just about every category it wanted to be in. But,recently it announced that it was entering the Wi-Fi game with the Razor Sila wireless router.

You’ll get a slim build on Sila, and this router prioritizes applications so your online game is never interrupted. There are multiple new technologies used here, and some are proprietary engines build by Razer itself. The Razor Sila Wireless Router is designed to give you reliable and high-performance networking for gaming, but what all does it do that normal routers don’t provide? Keep reading to find out more.

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When it comes to a full-blown home theater setup, things can get a little confusing. There are multiple remotes for the DVR, TV, Blu-ray player, and A/V receiver. You have Apple TV, Xbox, and your cable provider’s boxes to switch through. This can be a pain if you’re looking for new content to watch.

Caavo is trying to change that with its Control Center. This central smart home theater hub sports 4 HDMI inputs, Alexa/Assistant integration, and a unique interface that could help simplify your home theater lifestyle.

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Laptops have hit a stagnant season it seems. Obviously, there are speed improvements, and bezels are getting thinner, but outside of that (and Apple’s Touch Bar), the laptop game has gone stale…until HP decided to make the exterior of its premium Spectre Folio 13 out of leather, that is.

You read that right, HP has a new Spectre Folio 13 Convertible PC that has a leather exterior resembling an actual bound folio. TwelveSouth sells an accessory to make your MacBook resemble a book, but nothing like this.

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