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Today’s the big day where Fortnite announces what’s next from the hot battle royal game. And it looks like the battle royal part of it is taking a backseat with three new game modes that look to expand just how you can actually play Epic’s popular title. But we only care about the LEGO collaboration, which is joining Fortnite as a “survival crafting” game.

After already getting a look at some of the more popular themes like LEGO Star Wars, Technic, and Marvel, there’s now a whole bunch of other 2024 sets being revealed for the first time. Including Creator, City, DREAMZzz, and Ninjago sets, we break down what’s new coming in 2024.

We’ve known since all the way back in July that 2024 would see a new LEGO Star Wars Clone Battle Pack. Now, we can finally show you what it looks like! Arriving as set number 75372, the Clone vs Battle Droid pack will hit store shelves on January 1. Plus, there are some other LEGO Star Wars 2024 sets to show off.

Analogue today is announcing two final restocks before Christmas. If you’ve been looking to pick up one of the popular Analogue Pocket handhelds for yourself or as the perfect gift ahead of the holidays, another chance is right around the corner…

As promised, Rockstar will be officially unveiling the very first trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 this month and we now know exactly when that will be. The developer officially announced it was working on the follow up to the record-breaking GTA 5 way back in February of 2022, but gamers will be gamers and we have really been waiting for this for a whole lot longer than that. And the wait is almost over. Last month Rockstar promised it would be showing off the first official footage of its highly-anticipated new open-world crime epic in an open letter to fans, and we now know it will be coming on Tuesday, December 5. Head below for more details. 

The LEGO Group may very well have just saved the best sets of the year for last, as December introduces three new creations. The latest addition to the Modular Building series will be debuting with the LEGO Natural History Museum to go alongside the long-awaited Orient Express train. There’s also a collection of brick-built botanicals in the Tiny Plants kit and more.

The LEGO Group has been including more and more orrery builds in its sets as of late, from the Galileo Galilei tribute promo to the Natural History Museum. But if you’ve been wanting a dedicated model of the solar system, it’s finally happening as a new 2024 LEGO set coming out next year as part of the Technic collection.

Update: Now available for pre-order direct from LEGO.com.

We’re getting a first look at one of the new LEGO sets from 2024 today. Launching on January 1, builders will be able to bring Spider-Man’s iconic likeness to their collections with a new addition to the LEGO Marvel Helmet series with a nearly 500-piece set.

elago is launching a new addition to its family of themed Apple accessories today. The new MS M4 charging stand may not roll off the tongue as far as names go, but does sport an instantly-recognizable design modeled around a classic Macintosh. Now available for purchase with some launch savings attached, elago is releasing the perfect stocking stuff ahead of the holidays.

It’s time for the new OtterBox iPhone 15 Passport cases. Alongside its current ongoing 30% off sitewide sale, OtterBox recently expanded its iPhone 15 case collection with some interesting new Passport designs. Coming alongside some new AirTag case models, the OtterBox iPhone 15 Passport cases feature topographical aerial map designs of major cities printed atop a clear and black OtterBox Lumen case. Now available at 30% off the going rate, you can get even more details and a closer look at the new OtterBox cases below. 

Today we’re getting a first look at a pair of upcoming LEGO gift with purchase sets debuting ahead of the holidays. The upcoming Wintertime Carriage Ride sets the pace as a gorgeous addition to this year’s Winter Village set, and comes joined by a trio of brick-built ornaments on the Christmas Decor Set.

Earlier in the month we just saw Ubiquiti launch the new UniFi Gateway Lite, and now the company is back with another piece of networking hardware. This time looking to simplify the experience even further, the new UniFi Express lives up to its name by combining router and Wi-Fi access point features into a single box. And in Ubiquiti’s words, all you have to do is add Ethernet and you’ll be up and running for $149.

After having spent a month with the Tribit Stormbox Flow portable speaker, I have grown to appreciate some of its key features – particularly the ease and comfortability to take it with me while traveling – which I will dive more into later. While the Tribit Stormbox Flow is one of several portable bluetooth speakers in my house, for $79.99, you can’t ask for a better listening experience.

The new LEGO Ideas Orient Express officially launches on Friday and the number question I’ve been asked ahead of time is if the train can be motorized. I can now officially report on an answer, and it’s one that builders are going to be excited to hear. Yes! Yes you can motorize the LEGO Ideas Orient Express, and we’ll explain how to down below.

MEATER created the world’s first smart wireless meat thermometer and has sold to over 39 million customers since. MEATER thermometers are 100% wire-free, equipped with dual temperature sensors, stainless steel, water resistant, and easy to clean. Not to mention the innovative app that walks you through every stage of the cooking process, ensuring consistent and perfect results every time. The brand new MEATER 2 Plus joins their team of elite smart thermometers with enhanced features and functionality. Head below to find out more about this premium product. 

Update: Elevation Lab has now debuted a new version of its TagVault AirTag Surface mount with the new Milwaukee variant. The same waterproof adhesive AirTag mount we have featured around here a number of times, it now comes in Milwaukee red to deliver the “cheapest one time insurance for your tools.” Singles start at $13.95 and the 4-pack sells for $29.95, both with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Scope them out right here. 

We have now spotted some new magnetic AirTag mounts from Elevation Lab. The brand makes some of the best AirTag mounts out there and it is now expanding its TagVault lineup with the new magnetic models. The brand creates particularly rugged and well-made mounts and cases to house Apple’s item trackers and we have now spotted its latest – and the first to feature built-in magnets. While they certainly help if someone steals your fridge, they are more specially designed to mount on your car (or anything else made of magnetic metal). Head below for a closer look at the new Elevation Lab magnetic AirTag mounts. 

Black Friday is here, with Cyber Monday approaching fast and the shopping events’ end on the horizon. We’ve been rounding up the very best Black Friday deals for over a week now, and in that time we’ve seen numerous e-bikes from a variety of brands discounted to incredible lows, marking the best prices of the year and giving you a myriad of opportunities to add any of them to your commute or joyride. Head below for all of our favorite Black Friday and Cyber Monday e-bike deals.

It’s officially Cyber Monday 2023 here at 9to5Toys, and many of the mainstream retailers have already kicked off a number of promotions. This year, you’ll find discounts on the latest from Apple, Google, Amazon, and many other top brands, all at the best prices ever ahead of the holidays. Down below, you’ll find only the best of the best as part of our curated Cyber Monday deal hub for the week, which will be constantly updated with all of the latest offers in one central location.

XGIMI is getting in on the Thanksgiving Week savings today now that it’s officially Black Friday. The shopping event is yielding some of the best prices ever across its lineup of popular projectors, including some of its all-new releases in the process.

We’ve been rounding up all of the best Black Friday 2023 deals for over a week now, with the shopping event now beginning to come to an end. Before we can get to the Cyber Monday savings, we’re getting all retrospective and highlighting some of our favorite deals. Below, you’ll find our list of the top 10 Black Friday deals still available as of now.

LEGO is launching its own Black Friday sale tonight. Stepping in to make sure that all of the other retailers out there aren’t having all the fun, the company is offering some savings of its own. You’ll find rare cash discounts across an assortment of sets as well as another chance to earn freebies. Plus, the new LEGO Avengers Tower is finally hitting store shelves with its own exclusive gift with purchase.

The holidays are the perfect time of year to buy a new robotic vacuum – and not just because of the discounts. Having an extra hand helping around the house can make all the difference for getting through those large family gatherings, and Dreametech is marking down an assortment of its latest autonomous cleaning solutions to help with the cause for Black Friday.

elago is expanding its lineup of Nintendo-inspired Apple gear accessories today with its new Game Boy MagSafe wallet. The brand’s W5 collection has been around for while, wrapping AirPods and holding up your Apple Watch in vintage Game Boy-inspired cases and stands, but elago is now ready to bring the handheld Nintendo action to your handset. It essentially comes in a similar silhouette as the standard minimalist models we featured back in July, but with a Game Boy-like design. Now available for purchase at $19, head below for a closer look. 

Let’s take a super quick break to take a look at the wild new Teenage Engineering sampler, the EP–133 K.O. II. The brand is no stranger to gorgeous and quirky music gear – in fact, it might be the best to ever do it – and its latest looks just as special and inspiring as ever. Loaded with that special TE design touch and a world’s first OLED display as well as powerful sampling, sequencing, and composer tools, it is now available for purchase at $299. And you’ll definitely want to head below for a closer look at it. 

We’re finally going to be seeing the fruits of the LEGO Group’s $1 billion investment into Epic Games. A recent social media post from LEGO teased the collaboration with a brick-built llama from the popular game Fortnite, which has many builders and gamers alike buzzing about what kinds of kits we could see the two companies create. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but no, we’re not getting a wave of LEGO Fortnite sets.

Last week, I got to play over an hour of the upcoming DLC for Scarlet and Violet. The Indigo Disk is slated to release next month, and a head of time I was able to dive in and explore Blueberry Academy, the Terrarium, and just how fun the focus on challenging Pokémon double battles can be.

Govee has now unveiled its new star projector. The brand is well known around here for its smart lighting solutions, but it’s now flying folks to the stars with its brand new Galaxy Light Projector Pro. Looking to provide users “with an out-of-this-world cosmic projection” experience, the latest from the brand is bringing the ambiance home in a way unlike any of its other smart lighting solutions before it. Now available for purchase, head below for more details on the new Govee star projector. 

Ubiquiti today is launching a new and more affordable way to get into its popular networking platform. The new Gateway Lite arrives with a lower-end price tag as well as a feature set that’s better suited for home usage – rather than some of its higher-end enterprise gear.

Ahead of Black Friday, the LEGO Insiders Weekend sale is now live. Through the end of Sunday, you’ll be able to score some of the year’s best promotions on all things LEGO. There’s double Insider points across the board, as well as freebies like the Majisto Magical Workshop set, cash discounts on LEGO Shop-exclusive sets, and much more. Head below for a closer look at what’s on tap in the LEGO Insiders Weekend sale.

Samsung is kicking off the Black Friday savings today by launching a sale of its own. While we’ve already be covering some of the more enticing offers matched at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy, Samsung is giving shoppers a reason to head over to its own storefront with bonus savings for app users and enhanced trade-in values on smartphones.

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. 

The new Bluey Xbox console is a must-see. While it’s not a Black Friday deal, it is one of the sweetest and most adorable Xbox console designs we have seen yet. Just after getting a closer look at the first edible chocolate Xbox controller and Willy Wonka console, Xbox is back at it again with another special edition console. And this time it’s all about Bluey! But you’re going to have to head below for the details to stand a chance at actually scoring the new console for yourself. 

Verizon today is announcing its Black Friday 2023 deals. Instead of showing off all the ways you can save this holiday season super far in advance, the carrier is just taking the curtain off all of the promotions right now that they’re live.

Amazon’s early Black Friday sale is now live! As promised the retailer is keeping true to its word and rolling out its first wave of discounts fit for the holiday shopping season – all before Thanksgiving Week even gets here. The offers are available to everyone right now, with Prime members mainly benefiting from free shipping on the whole lot and skirting the usual $25 order minimum for no-cost delivery. You can shop all of the deals right here, and we’ll be rounding them up all day, too.

Happy Super Mario RPG release day folks! While the Nintendo Black Friday deals are likely top priority for many gamers, we would like to take a minute to celebrate the re-release of Nintendo’s beloved RPG starring the iconic mustache’d hero and friends. The game has received rock solid praise from critics and it will soon be out in the wild for everyone (if it isn’t already) to enjoy! While the game might be one of the only Nintendo Switch titles that won’t see a deal for Black Friday (other than maybe the new Super Mario Wonder), there is still a way to grab it for less if you haven’t yet. 

The question of what doesn’t Amazon sell has already been taken to the extreme over the year, as the online retailer branches out into even more verticals. Now we’re seeing yet another push for a new space, as Amazon announces a partnership with Hyundai that will see the automotive manufacturer begin listing its rides right on Amazon.com.

The Pokémon Company is officially announcing the next expansion to the popular trading card game. Debuting next year, the new Pokémon Paldean Fates set will be all about shiny artwork for new monsters from the Scarlet and Violet series.

Today, we’re getting a first look at the new LEGO Orient Express Train. The year’s final creation to officially debut has arrived, with an impressive model debuting next month with over 2,500 pieces in tow.

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.

The new PowerThru 2-in-1 Charging Stand has arrived. CASETiFY might be best known for its iPhone cases, especially the crossover campaigns like the new Disney Villains and sweet Chainsaw Man models we reviewed recently, but it has now introduced its new MagSafe stand. CASETiFY says the new PowerThru 2-in-1 Charging Stand is the “first dual-charging stand that can be ordered in different designs.” While I’m not sure that’s entirely true, it is one of the only options I have seen available with all of the wild styles CASETiFY has up for grabs, from the Game Boy-like look to floral patterns, this adorable duck model, and much more. Now available for purchase directly from the official site, you can get a closer look at what the new CASETiFY MagSafe stand has to offer. 

mophie today is updating one of its more beloved charging accessories. The 3-in-1 travel charger is one of the company’s most popular MagSafe offerings, and now on top of the 15W tech inside, it’s getting updated with Apple Watch fast charging and a more sustainable design.

PNY is next out of the gate with some hyper-fast new Gen5 internal SSDs by way of today’s announcement of its new CS3150 M.2 NVMe models. While we have featured Crucial T700 Gen5 solutions a number of times around here thus far, PNY is looking to give them a run for their money with its latest heatsink-equipped solutions that deliver up to 12,000MB/s speeds and unique extreme cooling specs as well. Head below for a closer look at the new PNY CS3150 Gen5 internal SSD models. 

We are now closing in on the beginning of the best Black Friday gaming deals from Nintendo, PlayStation and Xbox so it’s time to take stock of what’s live and what’s to come. This year’s sales have already started on the Nintendo and PlayStation side of things, and things are scheduled to ramp up again starting this Friday in an official capacity. The Black Friday ad scans haven’t been overly helpful but we have scoured the webs, official announcements, and more to gather up some details on the best PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox offers that are set to go live in the coming days and next week. Head below for a closer look at the best Black Friday gaming deals from Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox. 

Competition is fierce this year as Black Friday 2023 ramps up. All of the early discounts so far have made it clear that anyone with a membership program to any of the top retailers has a top advantage over other shoppers. So weighing your options between Amazon Prime, Walmart+, and other subscriptions will be a must for making the most of the holiday shopping season.

While we await the upcoming Nintendo Black Friday deals (details on those are right here), we are taking a quick break for today’s Nintendo Switch Indie World showcase. While most folks are still exploring the Flower Kingdom in Super Mario Bros. Wonder (hands-on review right here) ahead of the launch of the Super Mario RPG remake this Friday and awaiting many of the upcoming releases featured in the last major Nintendo Direct event, it’s now time for a look at some of the major indie releases headed to the platform. Head below to follow along with today’s Nintendo Switch Indie World showcase.