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Update: While we had a false start due to some technical difficulties, the next run of the limited edition Arc Titanium Tungsten Onyx Black iPhone 16 Bumper Cases are now live.

The Arc Pulse Bumper iPhone 16 cases have easily been among the most popular options with 9to5 readers this year. The unique bumper-style “cases” are really more like a pair of metal end pieces than snap onto either end of your device to provide corner, display, and camera array protection in style without covering up Apple’s wonderful iPhone 16 design. While you can still use our exclusive code to score a deal on the standard issue metal models (use code 9TO510 at checkout) in various colorways, Arc Pulse has informed us that it’s high-end special edition model for iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will finally be back in stock start at 5 a.m. ET/11 a.m. CET today (in 30 minutes from the time of writing) – this model sold out completely and very quickly at launch, so don’t sleep on this chance to score one if you’re interested as there’s no telling how long it will last and if it will come back in stock again down the line. 

Nomad has been a role this year with new releases, from its latest Apple Watch Bands and iPhone 16 case collection to the Qi2 Stand One Max before that, but today it is turning up the heat with its new Magma collection. The brand updated its iPhone Sport Case and Rocky Point Apple Watch lineups back in late September with an all-new Forest green colorway and now both product families are getting the new vibrant orange Magma treatment. Now available for purchase directly on the official Nomad site, you can get a closer look down below. 

Last week we got the reveal from LEGO of its new Icons 10335 The Endurance set that will be dropping on Black Friday later this month, and today we’re seeing yet another new building set have the veil lifted, which art lovers, in particular, will love (literally). The LEGO Group has officially announced its new 31214 Art LOVE set that will be hitting markets in 2025, further expanding its art theme and giving builders and art fans a chance to bring a piece of iconic pop culture into their homes across the globe. Head below to learn more and see the collected photos.

One of the more anticipated releases coming out of the Bethesda camp this year is Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The all-new adventure is taking Indy and gamers around the world on another action-packed treasure hunt for the ages, and it’s all set for release in just under a month now for Xbox Series X|S, Game Pass, and PC. Today Bethesda is taking to its official YouTube channel to host a deep dive on the gameplay and you can watch it down below. 

Back in August, my partner and I decided to invest in Whisker’s Litter-Robot 3, which I raved about in my subsequent review that you can check out here. While there was a bit of a learning curve for my sweet furbaby, he has since adjusted and all the problems that we were dealing with in his first few months since adopting him have become a thing of the past. That’s why, when given the chance to try out Whisker’s newest model, the Litter-Robot 4, with the add-on LitterHopper, I jumped at the chance to find out just how much the company has improved upon its previous designs. Not only has it been an even more comprehensive addition to my home, but it also expanded and improved many of the things I felt were missing from its predecessor. Head below to learn more about Whisker’s Litter-Robot 4, the next stage of smart, self-cleaning litter boxes that should be in the home of every cat owner.

Following right in the wake of LEGO’s recent monthly release of its newest sets – and the accompanying GWP promos (sadly the 6546714 Cerebro set has sold out) – LEGO is revealing an all-new build that is set to make landfall during Black Friday. We mentioned in our monthly coverage that we expected some surprises to be unveiled ahead of the savings event, and it looks like the first of them is dropping with the introduction of the LEGO Icons 10335 The Endurance. This exclusive recreation of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s famous Antarctic trekking ship will be hitting the shelves the day of Black Friday as the latest addition to the Icons theme – plus, there’s even a complementary GWP you’ll get too! Head below to learn more and see the collected photos.

Happy PlayStation 5 Pro launch day everyone! Whether you already picked your order in-store this morning, it already landed on your doorstep for delivery, or you’re still eagerly awaiting its arrival, PS5 Pro is finally out in the wild to all. We recently detailed all 50+ games that are taking advantage of the PS5 Pro hardware on launch day – be sure to scope that out right here – and now Sony has taken to its official PlayStation Blog to help folks get started with the new pro-grade machine and detail how to transfer your data  PlayStation 5 Pro. Scope it down below. 

After debuting new high-end Titanium bands for the new black Apple Watch Ultra 2, SANDMARC is now turning its attention to the golden titanium Apple Watch Series 10. The new Gold Titanium Edition Band marks a first from the brand, stepping away from the silver steel and black titanium for an elevated option to satisfy folks with a penchant for Apple’s top-tier titanium Series 10 wearables. Now available for pre-order, you can use our exclusive 9TO5TOYS code at checkout to score a deal too. Head below for more details and closer look. 

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.

Back in September at IFA, Belkin unveiled its Apple MagSafe Duo-style foldable travel charger, and it has just recently unleashed a new 3-in-1 model. The Apple-inspired model is essentially a small square fold-up device that unfurls to reveal a MagSafe pad on one side and a Qi pad for AirPods and the like on the other. The new Magnetic Wireless Charging Travel Pad treatment is very much the same as the two-way model, but with a third charging pad that features a pop-out Apple Watch charger as well. Now available for purchase, you can head below for a closer look at the details. 

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.

Now just days away from the official PlayStation Pro release date, Sony has taken to the official PlayStation Blog to detail which games will be taking advantage of the console’s upgraded power at launch. After such a long wait for the eventual official reveal and live pre-order listings on Sony’s upgraded pro-grade console, it can sometimes be easy to forget why we were all so stoked for it – the games. While we already detailed some of the titles that will see enhancements with PS5 Pro previously, today Sony is now giving up a much larger list of games ready for the pro jump come November 7. 

The new 9to5Toys Steals is off to the races this week, providing a whole new way to highlight hand-curated deals at lightning speed, and now you can get them delivered right to your inbox everyday. Our launch post on the all-new deal format details what you can expect here in general, but we are touching back down to highlight our new 9to5Toys Steals email newsletter today.

Update: The new Nintendo Music app is now live on Apple’s App Store and Google Play. 

After stretching its P-wings a little bit into the (sort of) smart alarm clock world with the new Alarmo earlier this month, today the Mushroom Kingdom is moving over to your smartphone with the new Nintendo Music app. Nintendo has nearly 40 years of absolute iconic soundtracks under its belt at this point, and it is now ready to bonk the Music Block on your iPhone to serve them up to fans, on-demand and at no additional cost…providing you’re a Switch Online member that is. 

Today Lexar is officially launching its new Go Portable SSD and hub system. The ultra portable storage system combines a two-piece set consisting of a tiny thumb-sized USB-C drive that can connect right to the bottom of an iPhone with a detachable hub of sorts that adds a bevy of interconnectivity options to your content creator setup. We did see a successful Kickstarter campaign earlier in the year that garnered over a $1M in revenue ahead of today’s official US release, but the new storage setup is now available for purchase at retail and ready to directly capture 4K Apple Pro Res footage straight from iPhone 15 and 16 Pro/Pro Max devices. 

November is upon us, which means another month of new LEGO building sets that will be hitting the market. Unlike the massive amounts of kits we’ve seen drop in past months, November is going for the opposite approach, releasing two official and massive sets for purchase alongside a few special GWP builds too. Today, we have our monthly rundown for you, giving you a brush-up on what to expect before the clock finally ticks over and you can decide which of these sets will be joining your collection. Head below for a look at the new LEGO sets releasing in November 2024.

Sennheiser – a trusted in professional audio for the better part of a century – is landing today with an all-new wireless audio system for pro content creators, Mac users, and iPhone filmmakers alike. The compelling new Profile Wireless system is an all-in-one, 4-piece (plus accessories) wireless microphone and recording system with few very interesting tricks up its sleeve, from an onboard built-in storage system to an OLED-equipped receiver, and a power bank to get you juiced up wherever your recording might take you, and then some. Scope it out below. 

We already featured the new MUJJO iPhone 16 accessories and came away impressed with its latest leather cases, but it has since expanded the lineup with a new MagSafe wallet. The standard issue version recently landed in our roundup of some favorites for Apple’s latest handset, but the new model takes just about everything we loved about the original and adds in a bifold-like design with some kickstand action. Now available for purchase directly on the official site, you can get more details and closer look down below. 

Update 1/23: The PS Direct Store is readying more stock of the PlayStation 30th anniversary PS5 Digital and some of the accessories (No PS5 Pros will be available by the looks of it) starting at 1 p.m. ET today, according to reports.

Update: PS1-style 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim pre-order links:

• Amazon: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital
• Best Buy: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital
• Walmart:30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital
  • Walmart appears as though you’ll need a Walmart+ membership for purchase
• Target: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital

PlayStation 5 pre-orders are set to go live today…round 2 edition. We know plenty of folks had a chance to score a PS5 Pro pre-sale unit as part of the initial pre-order phase coming straight from PlayStation Direct, but today is the day the new PS5 Pro and the PS1-style 30th Anniversary PS5 Slim are set to go live at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target. Stock will, as I’m sure you can imagine, almost certainly sell out even faster than it did during the PlayStation Direct event last month, so you’ll want to be prepared well before the scheduled 10 a.m. start time to ensure you land one. 

9to5Toys Steals is a new bite-sized deal format we are launching to enhance our highly-personalized and hand-curated coverage of the best deals across the internet. The 9to5Toys content we all know and love isn’t going anywhere – it’s more motivated and successful than it ever has been. 9to5Toys Steals is just a new way to expand our reach, highlight notable price drops in product categories we don’t already feature on a regular basis, and save you even more money.

Belkin has now unleashed its new all-in-one Connect USB-C 11-in-1 Pro GaN Dock. The new pro-grade solution combines 150W of charging juice with an 11-port hub to power and connect your entire desktop workstation, be it Windows or Mac based. Now available for purchase on Amazon and on its official site with a BOGO offer, you can get a closer look at the specs and feature set down below. 

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.

To offer further solutions in the backup power market, Jackery is launching its newest and most advanced home backup model to date – with tons of savings for folks who get in on the action early. Now available for pre-order, the Jackery’s Explorer 5000 Plus Portable Power Station has been designed as “the lightest indoor generator in its class, and ensures people will stay connected, powered, and secure, even in the most difficult and unexpected circumstances.” Joining the ranks of larger capacity models with some truly monstrous expansive capabilities, this new unit promises enough power for home backup, EV charging, RV support, and more. Head below to get a breakdown of what to expect and how you can score up to $1,699 in free gear along with your pre-order purchase.

Today, Satechi is officially launching its next-generation Qi2 Trio Wireless Charging Pad. Delivering a more premium aluminum build alongside the ability to charge your gear in an entirely flat position or at a heads-up viewing angle for a proper desktop MagSafe-ready stand setup, it is now available for purchase with an included 45W power adapter. Head below for a closer look. 

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.

Today Capcom and the Monster Hunter Wilds team are hosting a dedicated showcase for the upcoming release to give hunters a closer look at what’s to come in the latest mainline title in the series. Wilds has been one of the more popular titles that has appeared in the major platform showcases throughout summer 2024 around here, right up through Gamescom, and the latest September State of Play where we caught our first glimpse of the early 2025 release date. 

Hyper unveiled one of the more capable 15W MagSafe stands earlier this year with a 4-in-1 setup and it is now finally available for purchase. One of the only models on the market from the major third-party brands to offer a proper 4-in-1 setup that includes a 15W Qi2 MagSafe pad for iPhone, an Apple Watch fast charger, a 5W Qi pad for AirPods, and a fourth wireless charging pad that can deliver up to 10W of juice to a second handset, the HyperJuice Next Qi2 4-in-1 Magnetic Charging Stand is now up for purchase with a couple other notable tricks up its sleeve. 

Last week, LEGO unveiled its upcoming 76294 X-Men: The X-Mansion which will be released next month, and today we’re getting another big reveal that will certainly get builders even more excited for November to roll around. Just this morning, the LEGO Group introduced its new 21353 The Botanical Garden set as the next addition to its Ideas theme, spanning two baseplates and mixing some truly aesthetically stunning designs with over 35 plant species – plus, there will even be a nice complimentary 5009005 Entrance Gate GWP for a short period when it’s first released too. Head below to get an idea of what to expect and check out the collected photos while you’re at it.

Update: The new Xbox Wireless Headset is now up for pre-order at Best Buy and Amazon.

Just after the debuted of the official Call of Duty Black Ops 6 controllers ahead of the game’s release later this week, Microsoft has unveiled the next-generation Xbox Wireless Headset. It is said to come along with “key enhancements to elevate your audio experience to new heights” and is now available for purchase with a $109.99 MSRP directly from Xbox, over at Best Buy, and the Microsoft Store – we are still waiting on the Amazon listing as of right now. Head below for more details. 

Update 10/24: SANDMARC has informed us that due to an issue with Apple licensing it might not be able to actually release the new capture button model of its case. We have reached out for comment regarding refunds and the brand has told us it will offer customers who purchased the Camera Control model the option of a full refund or to opt for the cutout model.

SANDMARC has just debuted the very first leather iPhone 16 case with a proper sapphire crystal Camera Control. This is the very first leather iPhone 16 case we have seen to date with an actual Camera Control button, never mind the same tech Apple uses, and it happens to now be resting along the side of one of our very favorite leather cases in the game. Now available for purchase directly from the SANDMARC site for iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, you can use code 9TO5TOYS at checkout to receive our exclusive discount. Head below for more details. 

SANDMARC is a major player around when it comes to Apple gear accessories, be it its wonderful leather iPhone 16 cases or its gorgeous metal Apple Watch Ultra bands, and its particularly nice iPhone lens attachments, but it also makes some great bags. This week the brand is debuting its new Sling Pack made specially for the new iPad mini 7, your iPhoneography gear, and the rest of your EDC. Best of all, we have an exclusive discount at the ready for you using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout as well. Scope out the details down below. 

Following right along with the rare chance to land some cash savings on LEGO’s retro NES build through October 20, the LEGO Group is back again today with a huge reveal of one of its upcoming Marvel sets, which you can get a thorough look at here today. The new 76294 X-Men: The X-Mansion set will be hitting the markets this November and will certainly add even more excitement to your LEGO Marvel display, with plenty of brick-built characters coming along for the ride – and the company is even offering a limited edition 6546714 Cerebro gift with purchase too! Head below for more information on what to expect and to get a look through the collected photos.

As we previously reported, Xbox is set to go live today with a nearly 30-minute showcase of new games, trailers, and updates. While this is not one of its massive showcases, like the one we got over the summer, we have been promised a “no-fluff, all-games broadcast” today loaded with nothing but wall-to-wall games, by the sounds of it. Either way it all starts now and you can follow along with us below the fold. 

Journey is back at it again today with its latest new MagSafe charging station, and a nice pre-order deal to boot. The NOVA 3-in-1 Fast Wireless Charging Station is making its worldwide debut today to offer up the same old 3-in-1 charging action, but in a fresh new form-factor with a nice wood grain option. The official Made for Apple Watch nod of approval lands alongside the Qi2 15W action as well as a 20% launch deal you can secure ahead of its October 28 release date. Scope out the details down below. 

Just ahead of the worldwide debut of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 next week, the Xbox Wire has now unveiled a special edition collection of controllers and the COD Black ops 6 Xbox Series X console wrap. The collection includes a Xbox Wireless Controller as well as an Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and the Xbox Series X Wrap, each designed to “capture the tension and intrigue of the ’90s spy thriller theme, with visual elements that immerse players deeper into the game’s world.” Get a closer look down below. 

Just after the debut of its next-generation Fire 8 tablet, Amazon has now unleashed the all-new family of Kindle devices. The new lineup includes the first full-color model, a “reimagined” Kindle Scribe, and the fastest Kindle Paperwhite ever. Amazon has tons of gear that is really just a different, more affordable version of tech products we see from other brands, but its Kindle lineup, at least for me, has managed to remain somewhat singular and unique as dedicated readers backed by the extensive lineup of titles Amazon offers for them. And everything is getting a 2024 refresh starting today, let’s dive in below. 

Segway Navimow is introducing the world to its new X3 series of robot lawn mowers that are designed to provide autonomous lawn care support for medium to large yards. Presentations of this new model in the United States begin today at the Equip Expo in Louisville, Kentucky through October 18, with pre-orders only open to dealers and distributors at the moment. This new premium model is a follow-up to its i110N predecessor that tosses out boundary wire needs with expanded functionality to tackle professional and homeowner needs to maintain up to 2.5 acres of land. Head below to continue learning more about this all-new entry into the autonomous lawn care market.

Today Twelve South debuting a new special edition of its popular AirFly in-flight audio transmitter. These handy little gadgets are designed to provide an ultra-compact audio solution, effectively connecting to wired-only sources before beaming the audio wirelessly to your AirPods and other Bluetooth headphones. While we are getting the AirFly 2 or some higher-end pro-grade model today, the brand is reissuing its most affordable AirFly SE adapter today with a fresh coat of iridescent paint. Scope it out below. 

It’s been over a few months since Xbox graced us with its “future of gaming” summer showcase, and even longer than that since the last Xbox Partner Preview, but that all changes later this week. Over on the official Xbox Wire, an official announcement for the next Xbox showcase has surfaced some three days before the October Xbox Partner Preview will air around the world. In the latest installment of the ongoing Xbox Partner Preview series, we are set for a “no-fluff, all-games broadcast” come Thursday, October 17, and we will detail what to expect down below. 

UGREEN’s MagFlow Qi2 3-in-1 Charger Station for iPhone 16, Apple Watch, and your AirPods has now surfaced on Amazon. After featuring the slightly more compact 2-in-1 model last month, the brand’s latest foldable charging solution now includes a third pop-out charging pad to juice up your Apple wearable as well. Now available for purchase with a $100 MSRP, UGREEN’s official Amazon listing is actually offering a notable launch deal today that knocks it down to $79.99 shipped at checkout. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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.

We have featured a ton of interesting and traditional iPhone 16 cases this year already. Some have seriously impressed us, some with Camera Control buttons, and some with onboard physical gaming controls, but the Clicks case is the first one that adds a complete hardware keyboard to your new Apple headset. 

Just after featuring Spigen’s new affordable stainless steel bracelet-style band for Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra at $37, a pair of its even more affordable models have now surfaced starting from $22. The Spigen Lite Fit Nylon Solo Loop has been a go-to among Apple Watch users for years and it is now ready to neatly attach to your 47mm Ultra at an ultra-affordable price tag. Scope it out below along with the new DuraPro Flex model at $25. 

Today Twelve South is unleashing its brand new MagSafe charging stand, the HiRise 2 Deluxe. Trading out the 3-in-1 setup available on its wonderful HiRise 3 Deluxe for a more compact and streamlined approach, the new HiRise 2 Deluxe delivers a magnetic charging stand for your iPhone with an additional Qi pad hidden in the base for AirPods or another handset. Now available for purchase starting today from Twelve South, we will detail the new release down below alongside some early hands-on impressions. 

Update 2/21: As promised, the charming new Nintendo Alarmo sound clock is now available for purchase at Best Buy for everyone. 

Update: Previously only available to Switch Online members via the My Nintendo Store, Nintendo has now announced that Alarmo “will be available in stores at participating retailers in March 2025, no Nintendo Switch Online membership required. Available while supplies last.”

While Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event is now well into its final 24 hours, we just had to take a quick break to talk about the brand new Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo – “an interactive alarm clock designed to add some Nintendo charm to your home and your daily routine.” It’s not everyday we see new hardware from Nintendo, and certainly not a new smart alarm clock of sorts loaded with Mushroom Kingdom charm and motion sensor technology. Scope it out below.