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Over the past month, we’ve been sharing what to expect from the new LEGO Marvel CMF Series 2 releases, and today they’re finally being revealed. With 12 new characters from Disney+ shows arriving in the second round, the new minifigures will debut next month.

Today, Lexar is officially announcing its brand new gaming SSD known as the NM790 M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4×4. The brand is opting to stick with Gen4 architecture and to keep prices particularly accessible as opposed to reaching up to the breakneck power of something like the new Crucial T700 lineup that clocks in at 12,400MB/s (still currently on sale). Even still, the new NM790 easily keeps up with most of the big brands in the space while offering prices far lower than almost all of them. All of the details you need on the new Lexar gaming SSDs are waiting after the jump. 

After just reporting on what to expect from the 2024 LEGO Star Wars lineup, we’re circling back to the 2023 action with yet another new set reveal. Today, we’re getting a first look at the new LEGO Coruscant Guard Gunship. Arriving next month, the new build arrives as LEGO set number 75354 and completes the September set lineup.

Update: The Stormcloud Vapor Xbox controller is now at a new $59.99 Amazon low from the regular $70 price tag.

The latest special gamepad from Microsoft has now been unveiled in the form of the new Stormcloud Vapor Xbox controller. The special gamepad follows the first-of-its-kind wireless pizza-scented Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles models we featured recently with a much more standard setup you’ll actually be able to purchase. Presenting a smokey blue-gray treatment, the new Stormcloud Vapor Special Edition Controller is now available for pre-order, and you can get a closer look down below. 

Earlier this spring, Anker showed off its new Prime charging lineup and we got a hands-on look at what to expect. Now the new devices are finally shipping, just in time for all of the new Apple reveals happening next month. Ranging from its latest GaN chargers to all-new power banks with much of that same Gallium nitride tech in tow, we’re breaking down the new releases.

The largest collection of new LEGO sets of 2023 are here. Each year, the LEGO Group launches a new series of sets as part of its summer collection, and now for August, over 100 builds are landing on store shelves. Including the latest from LEGO Star Wars, Marvel, and other popular themes, August is delivering all the summer 2023 sets.

While there has been a recent push for the convenience of true wireless earbuds, Beyerdynamic is taking a different approach with its neckband design Blue Byrd ANC in-ear headset. There are pros and cons to this throwback style of earbuds, and we went hands-on to see how it performs in the real world. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

8Bitdo has unveiled its latest gaming accessory in the form of the new Retro Mechanical Keyboard. In true 8Bitdo fashion, it is delivering on the vintage Nintendo vibes with a design heavily inspired by vintage NES and Famicom hardware that looks like it could have come out alongside the original home consoles back in the mid-1980s. These new keyboards are, in fact, made for Windows and Android users, loaded with modern keycaps and switches, hot-swappable tech, and most notably, a pair of external Super Buttons. Now available for pre-order via the official Amazon listings, you can get a closer look at the new 8Bitdo Retro Mechanical Keyboard below. 

Reports suggest we might very well see the next-gen Nintendo console as early as next year. Now quickly approaching the seventh year since the introduction of the Nintendo Switch, rumors were bound to start surfacing on the next-gen Nintendo console. We having been teased with a Nintendo Switch Pro for years already that never came to fruition – although you could argue that was always going to be the OLED model that eventually did see the light of day – and now the rumor mill is turning its attention to the next-generation of Nintendo hardware. 

elago just launched some of the most adorable Apple Pencil 2 cases we’ve seen yet. While in most cases the Apple Pencil cases we see out there are just for adding some extra grip and scratch protection for your iPad stylus, and these elago models certainly do all that, they also deliver a heavy dose of cute to your writer with mini silicone LINE Friends characters. elago is no stranger to fun gimmicky gear like this that adds a ton of character to your otherwise stark white Apple accessories – it already offers loads of stands, cases, and covers featuring the LINE Friends characters – and these new Apple Pencil models are no exception. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

We haven’t even gotten to the biggest LEGO Star Wars collection of the year yet, and we are already turning our attention to 2024. The summer lineup will have to wait, as now 9to5Toys can report on what to expect from next year’s batch of winter and spring creations from a galaxy far, far away. There are so many kits that should excite builders, including a Droid Battle Pack, Podracing Diorama, and so much more as part of the LEGO Star Wars 2024 sets.

Earlier in the month, 9to5Toys was able to report on what to expect from the second batch of collectible Marvel minifigures. Now with the collection getting closer to hitting store shelves, we can do more than just tell you about as 12 of the upcoming characters, but also show you them!

In what can really only be described as some fun, yet completely unexpected Friday LEGO news, 9to5Toys today can now report that the year will culminate in a set no one saw coming. Bringing one of the most iconic vehicles in all of science fiction into your collection, the Dune Ornithopter will be getting the LEGO treatment in November as a new 1,300-piece creation.

Levi’s will soon be bringing the signature stylings of Princess Mononoke to its lineup of denim and other apparel. It’s been 26 years since the Studio Ghibli movie first premiered, and since then it has become one of the essential viewings for the genre. Now Levi’s is looking to bring some of the animated feature’s unique visuals to your wardrobe with a new collection dropping next month.

The new “first-of-its-kind” SKYVIEW lamp made its official debut last week, and we are now ready to weigh in after putting it to the test. The not quite smart lamp actually has a number of intelligent features in tow, most of which surrounding research done in the way outdoor light conditions can effect our mood and productivity levels, but it also syncs up with the sunset/sunrise conditions in your neck of the woods to provide “light as it was meant be experienced” directly on your nightstand, workspace, or living room end table as well. Head below for our hands-on review of the now available new SKYVIEW lamp. 

Pokémon TCG Obsidian Flames is set to officially launch next month. Ahead of time, the Pokémon Company was kind enough to send over some of the packs for me to open, giving me a first look at the debut of Tera Type EX Pokémon releases, fresh full art designs, and everything else that’s new for the latest Scarlet and Violet expansion.

As we reported previously, PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 console bundle pre-orders kick off today in most of the world. The new Spider-Man 2 PS5 is also being joined by the limited edition console covers, allowing existing owners to bring the Spidey vibes to their setup alongside the new themed DualSense controller. We have all of the details you need down below on how to ensure you get a chance to score one – some items (especially the console bundle and covers) will likely sell out quickly, so you’re going to want to be ready for when everything goes live later this morning. Head below for everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 console bundle, Spider-Man 2 PS5 covers, and the Spider-Man 2 DualSense controller.

Earlier this year, Belkin launched a new addition to its lineup that looks to simplify traveling with your Apple Watch. The new Belkin BoostCharge Pro at first glance looks to arrive with some pretty unremarkable specs at first glance – 10,000mAh batteries with 20W USB-C are hardly anything to be excited about. But where the new release does standout from everything else on the market is the built-in Apple Watch fast charger.

A new elago MacBook sleeve has now surfaced on its official Amazon storefront. elago is a brand any 9to5Toys reader will be familiar with – they make those awesome Game Boy style AirPods cases, retro Mac-inspired stands, and these magnetic iPad holders we reviewed previously, just to name a few. But today, it is turning its attention to the MacBook space to offer up Apple laptop users (and every other laptop user for that matter) a clean, minimalist new sleeve to house your daily driver. Head below for a closer look. 

The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons are now playable on Switch Online. While you’re likely still exploring every nook and cranny of Nintendo’s latest version of Hyrule in Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, two classic Zelda titles have now landed on Nintendo Switch Online. The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons are about as brilliant a Zelda experience as they are oddball entries in the series and now anyone with a standard Nintendo Switch Online subscription can enjoy them in all of their glory. Head below for more details. 

Pikmin 4 is finally here. If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent the past few days exploring what the miniaturized world filled with treasure and funky creatures has to offer. And if you haven’t been, then let this be my chance to convince you why Pikmin 4 is entirely worth all of the hype.

The new Spigen Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 cases have now emerged online. Spigen’s cases have been delivering solid value for the price for years across just about all of the most popular handsets out there, and its new variants for the just-announced Samsung foldable handsets have now gone up for sale on Amazon. Ready to ensure your new Z Flip 5 or Fold 5 is ready on day one and protected from unfortunate bumps while looking good doing it? Head below for more details on the new Spigen Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 cases. 

The new CASETiFY Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 cases are now live. After debuting this morning and seeing a solid up to $400 price drop on Amazon shortly thereafter, cases and accessories for Samsung’s latest foldable handsets are now starting to emerge with CASETiFY being one of the first out of the gate. The brand has quickly become a favorite around here with its massive collection of designs and patterns as well as its crossover accessories featuring popular IP like the Spider-Man line we just covered, and the new CASETiFY Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 cases have now arrived. Head below for a closer look. 

CASETiFY is launching a new iPhone 14 collection of cases and accessories today that bring the internal designs of Apple’s newest smartphone to the surface. The new updates to the Inside Out collection are as fittingly named as possible, wrapping any of Apple’s iPhone 14 series smartphones in the brand’s signature form factors with designs that show off the internal circuitry.

For console gamers, one of the most consistent battles has been getting a quality controller that holds off the inevitable stick drift as long as possible. Some companies like Thrustmaster have even gone as far as to make replacement hot-swap modules for when the sticks do start drifting. Gamesir is doing things differently with an Xbox controller that uses contactless hall-effect magnetic sensors that should, in theory, last much longer than the industry-standard potentiometer. So how does the Gamesir G7 SE perform for the reasonable $45 price point? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Sony today is launching its latest pair of flagship true wireless earbuds. In a naming scheme that few will be surprised by, the new WF-1000XM5 arrive with some notable improvements over their predecessor and are now available for $300. I’ve been daily driving them over the past week and am excited to talk about just how well-rounded of an experience the new Sony XM5 offer.

Microsoft just unveiled pizza-scented wireless Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Controllers? I’m not sure if this is awesome or kind of gross, but it is definitely interesting. In celebration of the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem film from Paramount Pictures, Microsoft decided it would take the usual themed custom paint jobs we tend to see on its crossover collaboration gear to a new level. While we are indeed getting ooze green Xbox Wireless Controllers with designs representing each of the four titular half-shelled heroes, they also smell like a good slice of New York pizza. Head below for more details. 

Razer is easily one of the most popular brands in the PC gaming space, and it has just unveiled its new BlackWidow V4 keyboards. Many folks would put its now previous-generation model and other keyboards at or near the top of their best-of lists, and Razer has now introduced its latest with your choice mechanical switch types, all of the Chroma lighting you might need, doubleshot keys, and a magnetic wrist rest for those long gaming sessions. Head below for a closer look at the new Razer BlackWidow V4 keyboards.

MagSafe Duo is getting some competition from Belkin, as the brand’s latest charger is now available for pre-order. The new Belkin BoostCharge Pro brings full 15W MagSafe charging speeds to your nightstand, as well as to your vacation with a travel-ready design. Perfect for sliding in your travel bag or luggage, the new release complements your iPhone 14 as well as AirPods Pro with a minimal and compact footprint.

Last fall, Case-Mate launched a series of retro USB-C chargers with flashy transparent designs. The single port offerings were great for your standard iPhone 14 charging needs, but that 30W GaN tech could only go so far. Now the company is back with a new and even more capable addition to the lineup. Meet the Case-Mate Fuel Brites 50W USB-C charger.

ZAGG is introducing a series of new pro Qi-compatible wireless charging keyboards today. The new ZAGG Pro keyboards are of the multi-platform type, compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, ChromeOS, and Android, and are “engineered to reduce typing fatigue and provide a fast, comfortable, and efficient typing experience.” The new pro lineup is also launching today alongside the ZAGG Connect Keyboard 12L for Lighting devices and the compact Connect Keyboard 12C specifically geared towards USB-C gear with a lighter price tag to match. Head below for a closer look at the new Qi wireless charging keyboards from ZAGG. 

SANDMARC already makes some of the best stainless steel and titanium bands for the Apple Watch, and now it is taking things up a notch with its new Grade 4 Titanium Apple Watch Band. The first edition models were big hits among 9to5 readers, delivering a gorgeous metal treatment that elevates the look of Apple’s smart wearable to something you would see on a Rolex or Speedmaster, but SANDMARC wants to take things a step further to offer Apple Watch Ultra users a metal bracelet that truly lives up to the Apple flagship vibes. Head below for a closer look at the new SANDMARC Grade 4 Titanium Apple Watch Ultra Band alongside a solid exclusive launch price for 9to5Toys readers. 

CASETiFY’s latest collaboration is officially hitting store shelves today, with the eagerly awaited Evangelion iPhone 14 case collection now available. I’ve personally been waiting for weeks to share my thoughts on the lineup, and if I didn’t write home enough about the accessories in my launch coverage, I am back to gush all about the new releases.

Check out the new Arcade1Up Kith cabinet. Arcade1Up’s latest retro arcade project comes by way of a crossover project with fashion and internet-hyped fashion brand Kith. Delivering the traditional retro vibes we all know and love from Arcade1Up, the Kith crossover adds a fashionable streetwear touch to the experience here – it is as much a functioning Capcom arcade cabinet as it is a piece of pop culture furniture, if you ask me. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Marvel-focused Arcade1Up Kith cabinet. 

WaterField, makers of a range of EDC bags and tech carriers, is now introducing its new travel dopp kit. Whether you’re jet setting this summer, spending time in hotels for work, or looking ahead to winter vacations, a travel toiletry bag can be an invaluable part of your kit, and WaterField’s latest is here to do it in style. Available in a couple of different finishes, the bag continues the brand’s trend of relying on premium materials and handmade craftsmanship here in the US. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Last night saw the new buildable LEGO Chewbacca hit the scene, and now Ahsoka is taking the spotlight with a pair of new sets from the upcoming Disney+ series. Arriving in September, you can now pre-order the upcoming New Republic E-Wing vs. Shin Hati’s Starfighter (75364) and Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle (75362).

The Marvels will hit theaters later this fall as the latest MCU theatrical release, and today we’re getting a first look at the companion LEGO kit. Arriving as what should be the one and only build focused on the film, LEGO set number 76232 will assemble a sleek spacecraft named the Hoopty. And with a name like that, I can’t help but be excited to see what this mode is all about.

Here it is, the largest set in the upcoming LEGO Star Wars summer collection. Earlier this year, 9to5Toys was able to report on what to expect from the new wave of sets launching on August 1. As the most expensive of them all, a buildable Chewbacca with over 2,300 pieces was slated to hit store shelves as LEGO set number 75371. After a few months of builders eagerly awaiting just how this model would stack up, we’re getting a first look.

Update: We added some better photos!

Plugable, a brand known for its lineup of MacBook and Windows accessories, is launching its new USB4 Thunderbolt dock, officially dubbed the UD-4VPD USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station. Featuring the 40Gb/s bandwidth of USB4, you’re looking at an 11-port hub to expand your existing MacBook or Windows PC setup with a wealth of I/O potential, dual monitor support, and USB-C Power Delivery all at a price coming in at under $200. Better yet, a nice little launch day coupon is now available via the official Amazon listing. Head below for a closer look and more details on the brand-new Plugable Thunderbolt dock. 

GameSir is introducing its new G7 SE Controller for Xbox and PC today. Carrying special magnetic anti-stick drift Hall Effect triggers/thumbsticks, customizable faceplates you can paint on, and a whole range of customizations you can tweak within the software, the latest from GameSir is worth a look for gamers sick and tired of spending money on unreliable joysticks. Not to mention the near-endless aesthetic customization potential with the faceplates. Head below for a closer look at the now available new G7 SE Controller. 

Today, lululemon just dropped its Back to Campus collection with apparel and accessories to make going into your first or fourth year a breeze. Inside this collection you will find features that adapt to your lifestyle and fabrics crafted to feel like the soft hug. You will also find stretch-infused materials to help reach your goals, and the insoles that cushion every step from campus and beyond. Plus, majority of these pieces are perfect for layering, which is fantastic for the upcoming fall season. Be sure to find all of our top picks from this collection below and you will want to check out our news guide for the latest drops today.

We have featured a number of the elago Apple gear accessories around here, but we have now spotted a brand new silicone MagSafe wallet from the brand. It has released smartphone wallets in the past, but those made use of adhesive treatments to stick on the back of your device or device case. These days, most folks seem to prefer the magnetic models you can easily slide on and off when needed without having to deal with adhesives or the potential residue they might leave on your gear, and elago has now brought its liquid silicone vibes to the MagSafe card holder game. Head below for a closer look at the now available new elago Magnetic Wallet alongside a nice little launch discount. 

beyerdynamic today is launching its latest pair of in-ear headphones. The new Blue BYRD ANC take on a less traditional form-factor than the average true wireless earbuds we see hit the scene these days, with a corded form-factor and around neck design yielding some extra perks like Multipoint Bluetooth 5.2, Google Fast Pair, and more.

We feature our fair share of smart lighting around here, but the new “first-of-its-kind” SKYVIEW 2 smart lamp is something a little bit different. Designed by NASA circadian lighting expert Robert Soler, it tracks your geographical location to bring natural light indoors, syncing up with the what’s going on outside your window – sort of like one of those sunrise lamps but with a more high-end design and some serious science to back it all up. Now available for purchase with iOS and Android companion apps for customization options, you can get a better look and more deals after the jump. 

Earlier this year, I took a hands-on look at this Untitled Folder Wallet from Brooklyn creator Nik Bentel. Today, he is back to bring some other iconic stylings into the lineup with the new Folder Wallet Collection, including designs from macOS, Windows, and your office.