Best of Black Friday 2024 – PC gaming: Laptops, PC gaming handhelds, monitors, and more

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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.

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Best of Black Friday 2024 – power stations and bundles: Anker SOLIX, Bluetti, EcoFlow, Jackery

We’re continuing our Best of Black Friday posts today with a look at the best current deals on power stations and their respective bundle options. Folks across the country and beyond have been steadily investing more and more in the industry for a variety of reasons – whether it’s for on-the-go travel needs, short-term off-grid support, or home backup when emergencies rear their ugly heads. Regardless of your needs, it’s a great time to get in on your starting or continuing investments with the major brands on the market offering some of the best deals of the year. On top of the massive discounts we’re seeing across the board, we’re also seeing plenty of bonus savings in the form of flash sales, additional savings after reaching certain purchase thresholds, and even free gifted gear. Today, we’re giving you a curated one-stop shopping list of our favorite deals during the savings season, with units from Anker SOLIX, Bluetti, EcoFlow, and Jackery. Head below to check out our favorite picks and also get links to the full sales.

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Best of Black Friday 2024 – Google: Pixel 9 $350 off, Pixel Watch 3 $100 off, Pixel Buds Pro 2, Nest smart home gear, more

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Update 11/13: Google has now officially detailed its upcoming Black Friday prices – deals start November 21: Pixel 9, Pixel Watch 3, Nest, Fitbit, and more. Scope out the details right here.

For our next round of Best of Black Friday features, we are diving into the most notable gear in the Google ecosystem. While we will certainly being seeing deals across the Googleverse, including its latest Pixel tablets and Chromecast devices, this post is focusing in on its big-ticket latest releases, many of which are already seeing seriously notable price drops as Google attempts to get ahead of the Black Friday curve. Massive price drops are now already live on the Pixel 9 handsets, Pixel Watch 3, and the latest Pixel Buds Pro 2, not to mention its smart home gear, as we look ahead to hopefully seeing the first deal on the latest Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen). Head below for more details on the best Black Friday Google deals and more.

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Best of Black Friday 2024 – Snapdragon Copilot+ PCs: Samsung Galaxy Book, Microsoft Surface, ASUS Vivobook, and more

Black Friday is just a few weeks away, and we’ve already started seeing a lot of great deals pop up across different retailers like Best Buy and Walmart. One of the new categories of devices we’re excited to shed more light on this year during Black Friday is Copilot+ PCs, specifically the ones powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon ARM chips. These new laptops are perfect for those looking for reliable and performant MacBook alternatives in the Windows space, and there are a few different options out there to keep an eye on from manufacturers like Samsung, ASUS, Microsoft, and more.

Best of Black Friday 2024 – e-bikes and more: Lectric, MOD, Tenways, Juiced, Segway, Aventon, more

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Our Best of Black Friday posts are continuing today with a focus on EVs. For many folks across the country, money is far too tight to justify buying a car for travel around town, while others are looking to specifically lessen their carbon footprint and find alternative commuting options – especially in areas that may not have robust public transport. Luckily, right now is the best time to shop as many popular brands have opened their seasonal savings events on e-bikes and e-scooters, some of them in full at the same time that others are gradually dropping deals in short-term flash sales leading up to November 29. We’ve got massive savings across many of the most popular brands, including Lectric, Aventon, MOD Bikes, Tenways, ENGWE, Heybike, and so much more – all collected together and curated for your one-stop shopping pleasure.

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Best of Black Friday 2024 – Apple: M4 MacBook Pro already $100 off, Mac mini deals, iPad, Apple Watch, more

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Our Best of Black Friday posts continue today with the prime time Apple gear. Just about all of the latest Apple gear will be on sale for Black Friday this year, in fact much of it already is. But we are touching down this afternoon to take stock of the best prices live right now, the deals we already know are about to go live starting next week, and where we expect prices to land. We are already seeing deals on AirPods 4 as well as AirPods Pro 2 at within $1 of the best price ever, but this post is going to focus in on the big-ticket Apple Black Friday deals – M4 MacBook Pro, M4 Mac mini, M4 iMac, Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and the iPad lineup. Scope it all out down below.

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Best of Black Friday 2024 – Amazon: Kindle Colorsoft, Echo Spot, Echo Buds, tablets, more

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Our annual Best of Black Friday deals features are kicking off today with the upcoming Amazon offers. The 9to5Toys Best of Black Friday posts are designed to provide shoppers a better idea of what’s to come, some expert perspective on the sorts of prices you can expect to see, and to help folks avoid falling into the early deals too soon. The best prices on Amazon’s in-house tech almost always come courtesy of Amazon of course, despite being available at other retailers, so we aren’t sure exactly what the prices will be just yet, but we can offer up some insight on the sorts of discounts you can expect based our extensive coverage of the 2024 Prime Day deals and historical knowledge.

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Insta360 Ace Pro 2 vs DJI OA5 Pro vs GoPro Hero13: What’s best for moto vlogging? [Video]

We’ve covered the new GoPro Hero 13 and the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro, and now we’ve got the latest action camera from Insta360 – the Ace Pro 2 with 8K resolution, dual image-processing chips, and increased battery life. So, which is the best pick for moto-vlogging in 2024? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro review: The best motovlogging camera just got better [Video]

DJI has just released its latest action camera, the Osmo Action 5 Pro. Besides being the next numerical number, this generation also has “Pro” in its name. What gives is that Pro designation? DJI claims 13.5 stops of dynamic range and up to four hours of battery life. Combined with 47GB of internal storage, will it be my new favorite action camera for motovlogging? Stick around and watch the video below to find out. 

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Hands-on: GoPro Hero13 Black is all about the accessories [video]

Today, GoPro is announcing its latest flagship action camera—the GoPro Hero13 Black. With interchangeable lenses and a familiar magnetic mounting system, it’s been upgraded with some nice quality-of-life features. Under the hood, resolutions, and frame rates are all nearly identical to the older Hero12 Black. Be sure to watch the video below to see it in action. 

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Moza Vision GS review: The premium sim racing wheel with a rotating touch screen [Video]

Moza’s latest sim racing accessory is the Vision GS Steering wheel. With a futuristic GT-centered design, the Vision GS incorporates a premium build and materials, a rotating display, and 72 programmable input signals for a genuinely immersive sim-racing experience. But it all comes at a cost. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Review: Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro goes back to the basics and I love it [Video]

This year, Beyerdynamic is adding to its gaming headset line-up with the brand new $330 MMX 300 Pro. We’ve gone hands-on with the MMX 100, 150, and 200 in the past, but the MMX 300 Pro utilizes the Stellar.45 driver from Beyerdynamic’s studio headphones and has been designed with long term comfort and repairability in mind. Does that make it worth the premium price tag? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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NZXT H7 Flow review: New PSU placement gives cool GPU temps [Video]

NZXT’s latest case is a further iteration of one of its older cases – the H7 Flow. It takes design elements from dual chamber cases like the H9 and H6, and delivers a spacious area for building and ample room for fans. With a vertical PSU mount, the new H7 Flow can fit three 120mm fans on bottom, 360mm radiator up top, and a 420mm radiator in front. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Are Wireless earbuds any good for gaming? ASUS Cetra Speednova review [Video]

While wireless earbuds are increasingly popular because of their small size and affordable nature, the water gets murkier when it comes to gaming. Not only do they need to sound good and preferably be affordable, but they also need decent battery life and be comfortable for longer gaming sessions. For those reasons, I’ve only found a few wireless gaming earbuds that I’ve actually enjoyed using. I’ll mainly be talking about the recent ASUS ROG Cetra SpeedNova true wireless earbuds for this review, but I’ll also sprinkle in my experiences with other earbuds I’ve tried over years and what makes them stand out or, more often than not, what makes me put them back in the box. Be sure to hit the video below for all of the details.

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The $400 Moza R3 for Xbox is finally available! But should you buy it? [Video]

Finally, the Moza R3 is officially available! At just $400, it’s the cheapest direct drive sim-racing bundle officially licensed for Xbox. I reviewed the bundle back in August of 2023, but due to licensing delays with Microsoft, it wasn’t available to the mass market until today. But have my thoughts on it changed since the review? Be sure to hit the video below to check out the latest. 

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Review: Is the Turtle Beach Burst II Air a 47g bargain gaming mouse at just $99? [video]

Things are getting a little crazy in the lightweight gaming mouse market. Today, the Turtle Beach Burst II Air is officially available. Weighing in at just 47g, Burst II Air is one of if not the lightest gaming mice from a big-name brand that I can think of. With the recent Viper V3 Pro weighing in at 54g, is the $99 Burst II Air a worthwhile alternative? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Review: The white 2024 SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro wireless should be perfect now, right? [Video]

I love the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless – it’s absolutely packed with premium features that make it work in a wide variety of scenarios across multiple platforms. My only complaint in my original review was that the ANC nubs in the earcups were too prominent and ruined the comfort for me. Now in 2024, SteelSeries has released a white version of the $350 premium multi-platform gaming headset with much smaller ANC nubs! So it should be perfect now, right? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Review: Satechi launches two new 15W Qi2 charging stands with folding designs

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Satechi, today, is launching its first-ever Qi2 chargers for iPhone 15. I’ve been using them over the past few days and am already in love with the premium folding designs, 15W charging speeds, and the option to add in Apple Watch fast-charging for less than the competition.

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Review: Insta360 X4 ushers in the 8K era with a bigger battery and easy-to-use mobile editing [Video]

Insta360 is back with its latest 360 action cam, the X4. Capturing immersive video in up to a crazy 8K 360° video, it’s been upgraded with a bigger battery and protection with removable lens guards. Combined with some of the easiest-to-use mobile editing features, Insta360 is delivering even more creative possibilities with its latest candy bar-sized camera. Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details. 

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Logitech Pro X 60 review: Compact, fast, and highly customizable [Video]

Today, Logitech is out with the latest esports-focused gaming peripheral, the Pro X 60 keyboard. Making even more room for big mouse swipes than the TKL from last year, the Pro X 60 embraces the popular compact 60% keyboard layout but adds speed and some of the most robust key mapping we’ve ever seen via KeyControl in Logitech G Hub. At $179 is the new Logitech Pro X 60 going to be the go-to esports gaming keyboard? Be sure to hit the video below for all of the details. 

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Logitech Astro A50 X Review: An incredible gaming headset that’s not for everyone [Video]

While the $380 Astro A50X has been out for a few months now, it wasn’t until the latest firmware update that it started working as intended for me. I’ve been using it on my live streams from the sim rig, but the HDMI switching never worked between my Xbox Series X and Philips Momentum 55 monitor. But now that it’s working, it’s about time I finished up my full review of this neat but very niche product. Be sure to hit the video below for all of the details. 

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Review: Wyze Cam v4 brings big upgrades without raising the budget price [Video]

Wyze is out with its latest feature-packed budget home security camera, the Wyze Cam v4. With a long list of upgrades in addition to the standard specs we’ve come to expect with Wyze cameras, it’s a welcomed update to the three-year-old Cam v3. Be sure to hit the video below and check out all the details. 

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GT Omega Titan cockpit review: Adjustable, rigid, and comfortable, but comes at a price [Video]

With more direct drive wheelbases hitting the market, the search for the best sim racing cockpit continues. We’ve tried the Playseat Trophy and the new entry-level GTRacer from Next Level Racing but now we’re taking things up a notch with the GT Omega Titan. While not the top-of-the-line cockpit that the Scottish company sells, it’s a solid choice for a sim-racing cockpit and has been a great upgrade for my live streams. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Tested: ESR’s new 3-in-1 Qi2 charger is one of the most affordable 15W iPhone 15 stands

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ESR just recently launched its new 3-in-1 Qi2 Charging Stand, and I’ve been using it with my Apple setup for the past week. It might not be the most premium option on the market, but it’s the most affordable way to enjoy 15W speeds with a desktop form-factor, AirPods power pad, and Apple Watch charger.

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Battlefield 2042 Season 7: Breaking Point gameplay and first impressions [Video]

Battlefield Season 7 is right around the corner, and like most updates, EA/Dice invited members of the press and creators to take a sneak peek and try out what’s coming up in a “capture event.” While we couldn’t try out everything that will be released throughout the full season, we did get to try the new maps, and most of the new weapons, and get a feel for some of the other core changes made to gameplay coming in Battlefield 2042 Season 7. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Review: Is the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race sim bundle an all-in-one gimmick? [Video]

Turtle Beach is no stranger to gaming peripherals and even sim equipment with a variety of flight accessories. Now, with the VelocityOne Race, Turtle Beach is entering the racing world. Coming in at $650, VelocityOne Race works on PC and Xbox and comes with everything necessary to hit the track including a direct drive wheelbase, a wheel with paddle shifters, pedals with a load cell brake, and even a button box. But with more competition than ever in the sim racing world, is it worth the price tag? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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NZXT Function 2 & Lift 2 review: Are these updates enough for today’s competition? [Video]

NZXT is out with its 2nd generation of peripherals, the Function 2 and Function 2 MiniTKL keyboards, as well as the Lift 2 Symm and Lift 2 Ergo mice. They’ve taken feedback from the 1st generation and honed their offerings. But will they find their place in today’s highly competitive gaming peripheral market? Be sure to hit the video below to find out all about them.

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Corsair K65 Plus review: This 75% keyboard hits way above its price point [Video]

For me, 75% layout keyboards strike the perfect balance of functionality and a small gaming-friendly footprint. While they’re still not as common as full-size, TKL, or even 60% keyboards, we are starting to see the number for 75% layouts growing from big-name brands like Razer, Glorious, and now Corsair with the K65 Plus. Wireless, hot-swap, packing multiple layers of sound dampening, and coming in at just $160, the Corsair K65 Plus has a lot going for it. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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EarFun Air 2 earbuds review: I guess they can’t all be great [Video]

We’ve covered many EarFun budget earbuds on 9to5Toys and typically, my take on them has been pretty positive. For an affordable price, EarFun often delivers a surprisingly comfortable earbud with an incredible feature list and good audio. But can its latest release, the$50 EarFun Air 2 carry that torch of budget greatness? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Moza SGP Sequential Shifter review: High quality at a reasonable price [Video]

With the release of EA’s WRC rally game last year, more people might be dipping their toes into the wild world of driving very fast cars very fast down narrow dirt roads. One piece of hardware that can make the experience more immersive is a sequential shifter. It might be a bit of a one-trick-pony compared to some more expensive offerings from other brands, but the quality for $130 price tag, the Moza SGP Sequential Shifter seems to be a sweet spot for those looking for something specific. I’ve been slamming through the gears so be sure to hit the video below and see it in action. 

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Review: Satechi’s Stand and Hub is even more of a Mac mini and Mac Studio essential with new NVMe SSD slot

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Satechi’s Stand and Hub is easily one of my favorite Mac mini accessories ever, and now it’s getting an upgrade. Earlier this year at CES, the company refreshed the aluminum-clad stand to feature improved NVMe SSD support. I’ve been putting it to the test with my Mac Studio since, and am happy to report it’s even more of a must-have than before.

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Tested: Anker’s first 3-in-1 Qi2 charger packs 15W MagSafe into an ultra-compact design

Buy now $110

Anker’s first wave of new Qi2 chargers have officially begun shipping after months of waiting. I’ve been trying out a few of them for the past few weeks, and out of everything, the new MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station has been my favorite. It’s the first from the company, and has won me over by shipping all the bells and whistles like 15W MagSafe, Apple Watch fast charging, and a compact build – all for $110.

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9to5Toys Best of CES 2024 Awards

All week long, CES 2024 has been giving us a first look at some of the year’s newest, coolest, and even weirdest tech. Ranging from the newest 2024 edition TVs to Qi2 chargers and just about every product category imaginable embracing AI, we’ve been covering the biggest reveals. Now, it’s time to hand out this year’s 9to5Toys Best of CES awards. Head below for all of our top picks from 2024’s event.

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Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra review: The premium Xbox controller you’ve been waiting for [Video]

We covered one of the best budget controllers for Xbox last year with the Gamesir G7 SE but Turtle Beach has since released the Stealth Ultra which comes in on the opposite side of the spectrum. And given the state of other “premium” controllers on the market (I’m looking at you, Microsoft Elite 2 Core), it’s a welcomed addition to the line-up. Wireless with Hall Effect joysticks, mechanical buttons, and a smart, digital menu, the Stealth Ultra comes in at $200. For that price, has Turtle Beach released the new controller king? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Next Level Racing GTRacer cockpit is a budget beast with quick seat adjustments [Video]

As more direct-drive wheelbases become available, and some of them at a more entry-level torque power, the need for an affordable sim-racing cockpit that supports direct-drive wheelbases is growing. Next Level Racing, which provides entry-level wheel stands up to robot-like robust sim racing cockpits saw the need and now has the GTRacer that we are looking at today. Coming in at $399, it’s a setup from the foldable GTLite for those who need a bit more stability for more powerful wheelbases. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Rikka’s favorite smart home gear from under $15

Friends and family each year always ask me what to get the techy in their lives, and like clockwork I am being summoned again to answer the call. As I do each holiday season here at 9to5Toys, I am back to write about my favorite smart home gear in this year’s gift guide.

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Hands-on: Moza R16 gets updated compatibility and latest FBB algorithm [Video]

From the popular R5 bundle to the powerhouse R21, Moza’s ecosystem of direct-drive sim racing gear keeps expanding at a rapid rate. Now, Moza is releasing updated versions of some of its more powerful wheelbases to align with its more modular ecosystem. We have the updated R16 here which now features all of the connection ports necessary right on the back of the wheelbase. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details on the Moza R16 and see it in use.

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Jordan’s favorite gaming and streaming gear from 2023 [Video]

As we approach the holiday season, it’s a great time to reflect on some of the best tech we’ve covered this year and share what might be worth watching for upcoming deals. We’ll cover microphones, headphones, earbuds, and some of my favorite mice. Hit the links and pick one up if you find any of my favorite gear of 2023 interesting. 

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Best of Black Friday 2023 – Google: Pixel 8/Pro, Pixel Tablet, Nest gear from $20, more

The dust has all but settled on Black Friday 2023, and now we’re combing through all of the markdowns to highlihgt the best Google offers of the holiday season. With new smartphones, as well as other hardware taking the spotlight after fall debuts, there’s deals on Pixel 8/Pro, the latest Nest smart home gear, and more. Head below for all of the details on this year’s best Google Black Friday deals.

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Best of Black Friday 2023 – Apple: M3 Macs, AirPods Pro 2, Apple Watch Series 9, more

Just about all of the major Black Friday ads are in for 2023, and now we can start looking to the best of the best deals. As far as Apple is concerned, we’ll be seeing some of the best prices ever across a catalog of all-new M3 Macs, the latest AirPods

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NZXT H6 Flow review: The just-right size compact dual-chamber computer case [Video]

After finishing a build in the NZXT H9 computer case at the beginning of 2023, I loved the look and convenience of dual-chamber designs. But the H9 is a massive case that takes up a lot of room on my desk. Enter the new NZXT H6 – a compact dual-chamber mid-tower with the conveniences of a place to tuck a PSU and cables, but it isn’t as large as the H9. And it has a handy design trick that makes it look even smaller when sitting at my desk. It might be the “just-right” case for my setup. Head below for the full video on the latest cases from NZXT.

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Review: SteelSeries Alias mics are great but Sonar might outshine them [Video]

Recently, SteelSeries released its new Alias and Alias pro microphones aimed at streamers. While other companies have been quicker to put audio products on the market, SteelSeries has seemed to take its time, analyze what’s available and its downfalls, and release a product that I’m really excited about. And as good as the microphones are, one of the most exciting features is SteelSeries Sonar. It’s a powerful program for streamers and gamers that addresses some issues I’ve personally faced in the past with setting up a stream. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details of these new mics and take a look at what Sonar has to offer.

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Review: Super Mario Wonder reinvents 2D platformers with silly, strange, and whimsical gameplay

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I am not the biggest Mario fan, at least not historically. I’ve enjoyed all of the classics at this point, but if you asked me what my desert island Switch game would be, the iconic red and green plumbers wouldn’t be anywhere near the top of my list. But now after a weekend with Super Mario Wonder, that might just be changing.

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Review: Logitech’s new Wave Keys ergonomic keyboard is simply a treat to type on

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Logitech’s new Wave Keys keyboard launches today. I’ve been using it over the past couple of weeks, really enjoying its ergonomic build and now you can bring it to your Mac workstation.

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Review: Glorious floods market with Model O 2 Pro, D 2 Pro, and 4K/8K editions [Video]

Wanting to drive further into the competitive gaming market, today, Glorious is out with four new gaming mice. The Model O 2 and Model D 2 have been given the pro treatment in 1K versions as well as new 4/8K editions. Starting at $100, they don’t carry the “pro” price tag as mice from other brands but can they hold their own in the ring? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

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Hands-on: Sony Inzone Buds are my new favorite wireless gaming earbuds [video]

Wireless gaming earbuds have been hit or miss for me. Really, it all comes down to comfort. I loved the Logitech G Fits but couldn’t use the HyperX MIX Buds for very long. But with ANC, huge battery life, and a comfortable fit, the Sony InZone Buds are my new top recommendation for wireless gaming earbuds. And it top it all off, they come in at just $200. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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Review: OtterBox’s new Figura iPhone 15 cases delight with watercolor-inspired designs

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OtterBox just launched its new iPhone 15 cases like it does every year. But to pair with Apple’s latest, the company had a little something extra in store with the new watercolor-inspired series. I’ve been daily driving these new Figura iPhone 15 cases recently and have to say that these might just be some of OtterBox’s best.

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Review: Beyerdynamic MMX 200 goes wireless but hits stiff competition at $250 [Video]

Following the wired MMX 100 and 150 gaming headsets we reviewed last year, Beyerdynamic is now out with its first wireless gaming offering – the MMX 200. Packing many of the features of the USB MMX 150, the 200 adds Bluetooth and cuts the cord for a more convenient gaming experience. At $250, though, it’s up against some stiff competition. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

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