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Sony today is now our with the new A7C R mirrorless camera. Slimming down the form factor and price of one of the brand’s more popular releases, the upcoming debut packs a 35mm full-frame sensor with 61 MP image capture and 4K video recording. Instead of just one new mirrorless camera, Sony is splitting the lineup by also launching the new A7C II.

After Microsoft jacked up the price of its popular Game Pass subscriptions, PlayStation Plus price hikes are on the way. Buried in the bottom of today’s September PS Plus freebie game collection announcement, Sony has now said it will officially be raising the price of PlayStation Plus tiers. Some two days after the September freebies go live, Sony will be “increasing the price for PlayStation Plus 12-month subscriptions globally across all benefit plans.” Head below for more details. 

SHARGE (formerly Shargeek) is not only rebranding, but today also launching the first-ever actively cooled MagSafe power bank. The new ICEMAG Power Bank from SHARGE arrives with a 10,000mAh internal capacity to complement its built-in fan and transparent design. It’s seeing a launch discount, too, which we break down below the fold.

The new Samsung PRO Ultimate microSD card lineup has now been unveiled. We have become big fans of the Samsung microSD cards, and the brand has now unveiled its latest models. Aimed at professional and folks looking for some of the faster options on the market, you’ll find compatibility with the usual set of devices, from gaming consoles and Android handsets to tablets, camera rigs, and more, with some of the fastest speeds the brand has delivered yet. Now available for pre-order, you can head below for a complete breakdown of the new Samsung PRO Ultimate microSD card lineup. 

Today, we’re getting our first look at the latest LEGO Ideas creations. The new LEGO Viking Village will be hitting store shelves later this fall in October with a $130 price tag and over 2,100 bricks.

Get ready for a dedicated Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct presentation. It has been a long time since Nintendo released a 2D side-scrolling Mario adventure, but it won’t be long before the new Super Mario Bros. Wonder debuts in October. The new Mushroom Kingdom game was initially unveiled back in June during what could only be described as one of the more exciting 40-minute Direct presentations of the year alongside titles like the Super Mario RPG remake, Sonic Superstars, Detective Pikachu Returns, and the Pikmin 1 + 2 re-release, but we are now just 24 hours away from learning more about Mario’s next adventure. Head below for more details on tomorrow’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct presentation. 

A new glow in the dark AirTag mount from Elevation Lab has arrived. The brand’s TagVault lineup is easily among the best options out there for securing your Apple AirTag item trackers no matter what you might be doing with them. From the original keychain model to adhesive variants and the wallet card, they are some of our favorite options on the market, and its latest is looking to ensure your furry friends are highly-visible in the dark. Head below for more and a closer look at the new glow in the dark AirTag mount from Elevation Lab. 

A new elago Apple Pencil Clip Case has surfaced. Joining its lineup of more novel covers designed to look like classic yellow #2 pencils complete with faux pink eraser caps, the latest elago Apple Pencil 2nd generation sheath takes on a more sober minimalist look made to add a sort of traditional pen design to your digital Apple stylus. Now available in black or white, the new elago Apple Pencil Clip Case is live on Amazon at $14.99, and you can get a closer look down below. 

Marshall today is refreshing its flagship pair of true wireless earbuds. The vinyl-wrapped Motif first hit the scene back in 2021, and now two years later are being refreshed with the same iconic stylings in tow. Pairing with the company’s signature design, Marshall is now releasing the new Motif II with notably improved ANC, extra battery life, and a case made of recycled plastics. Not to mention, my favorite sound on the market.

The new Aer MacBook Tote bag and companion Dopp Kit were unveiled today. After coming away impressed from our hands-on time with the brand’s Day Sling 3 – this one landed in our collection of the best EDC sling/belt bag picks – and Travel Pack 3, the latest from Aer caught our eye. The new MacBook Tote and Dopp Kit land as the latest additions to the Aer City Collection for Fall/Winter 2023 and are now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look at both.

Last week, Anker first showed off its new Space One ANC Headphones. Today, the latest over-ear listening experience is finally available for purchase. I’ve been using a pair for the past few days and have walked away impressed by the Anker Space One headphones’ ANC performance.

Earlier this month, Satechi launched a new docking station for MacBook that delivers as unique of a design as we’ve seen. Resting underneath your machine, the new Satechi Dual Dock Stand packs nine ports alongside an NVMe SSD slot for streamlining your workstation.

Update: The new Tails Seaside Hill Zone model PDP REALMz Wired LED Light-Up Pro Controller for Nintendo Switch now up for pre-order at $39.99.

After seeing the new PowerA Sonic gaming accessory collection recently, PDP is out with even more interesting and eye-catching controllers and headsets. The lineup includes a headset as well as wired controllers for both Nintendo Switch and Xbox, but they also feature particularly special designs that make for wonderful collectibles as well. Each of the new accessories feature a collectible Sonic figurine suspended within the clear, see-through cases and you can get a better look down below as pre-orders go live on Amazon. 

Native Union is now the latest brand to launch a powerful GaN charging station. Joining the company of other popular releases, the brand is now launching its most capable multi-device charger to date with 140W of power in tow. Backed by a design with recycled plastics and an aluminum dock, Native Union’s latest looks to stand out from the competition.

Amazon today is launching the next generation of Blink camera. The new waterproof Blink Outdoor 4 arrives with a redesign inside and out to deliver one of the brand’s usual budget-friendly, yet feature-packed cameras. Now available for purchase, the new release packs on-board person detection, 2-year battery life, and a $120 price tag.

Twelve South has just quielty launched a new edition of its HiRise Pro. The desktop accessory has long been a notable companion for streamlining your iMac setup, and now it’s getting some love for Apple’s more recent releases.

Update: The brand new Razer Kishi V2 Pro Mobile Gaming Controllers are now live on Amazon:

• Kishi V2 Pro for iPhone $119.99
• Kishi V2 Pro for Android $129.99
• Kishi V2 Pro for Android Xbox Edition $149.99

Meet the new Razer Kishi V2 Pro Xbox edition. Today Razer is officially unveiling the new Kishi V2 Pro for Xbox, ”seamlessly providing cross-compatibility with hundreds of AAA Xbox titles onto mobile iOS and Android platforms.” The new Xbox Editions of Kishi V2 for iPhone and Android is looking to make bringing AAA console gaming on iOS and Android an even better experience with a brand new Xbox white coloirway and design alongside “best-in-class features, and updated free companion software.” Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Razer Kishi V2 Pro Xbox edition. 

Update: We now know the PlayStation Portal remote player will launch in select markets on November 15, 2023 and is now available in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. Sony says that starting on September 29, 2023 PlayStation Portal remote player can also be pre-ordered from other select retailers in these countries, as well as Canada and Japan.

Today Sony took to its official PlayStation Blog to detail the new PlayStation handheld – as we expected, the PlayStation Portal remote player is less a console and more, well, a portal player (more on this below). Alongside details on the PS5 companion player, it also introduced the new Pulse Elite wireless headset and Pulse Explore wireless earbuds – the latest additions to its official audio lineup. Head below for more details on everything. 

CASETiFY just launched its latest anime collaboration, this time tapping into the increasingly popular world of Chainsaw Man. Today, we’re taking a hands-on look at the collection, including the brand’s signature iPhone 14 cases that come outfitted with the likes of Denji, Power, and other devil hunters that are all now available. But the real star of the show is the new CASETiFY Pochita AirPods Pro case.

Today, Moza Racing is announcing the cheapest direct-drive sim-racing bundle for the Xbox – the Moza R3. $400 gets you an Xbox-compatible wheel with a new base and pedals. Moza has also nailed the timing of this release with Forza Motorsport set to release in October of this year. While it won’t be available for purchase until later in September, we were lucky enough to get our hands on it, so be sure to hit the video below and see all of the details. 

In gaming collaborations you didn’t see coming, Gillette today is partnering with Razer to debut none other than a razor for gamers. Or something like that. Complete with an unmistakably green colorway and the expected snake branding, the Razer Razor will be hitting store shelves later this fall.

Spigen today is launching one of its first iPhone 14 chargers outfitted with full support for the MagSafe charging spec. The new Spigen ArcField MagFit charger hits the scene with 15W charging speeds in tow alongside a kickstand design and 6.6-foot USB-C cable. It’s now available for purchase and debuts with a launch discount attached.

Meet the new Ozlo Sleepbuds. Some 9to5Toys readers might be familiar with the Bose Sleepbuds II – a set of headphones designed to help folks get to sleep with some interesting tech packed in. After having a good run for a few years, they have since all but disappeared from the Bose site as well as other retailers after being officially put to bed (discontinued), leaving a slew of sold out listings and some questions in the process. While Bose seems to think they didn’t sell quite as well as it would have hoped, despite garnering a seemingly niche cult following, some former engineers from the company are bringing them back in the form of the new Ozlo Sleepbuds. Head below for a closer look. 

After the official Razer models hit store shelves from $35 recently, Microsoft is detailing its own official Xbox Series X skins today. Officially known as Xbox Series X Console Wraps, the new aesthetic accessories for your flagship Microsoft console are set to launch this fall with pre-orders starting today. Microsoft says the new skins “are delivering an option that’s more affordable and more sustainable than purchasing a special edition or limited edition console” with prices starting from $45 across three different designs. You can secure one here, and then head below for more details and closer look. 

Anker today is offering a first look at its latest pair of headphones. The new Soundcore Space One will be officially launching at the end of the month, arriving with a refreshed form factor, improved ANC, and up to 55 hours of battery life.

Bailey Hikawa is one of the few creators in the tech space applying a more artistic touch to the typical takes we see for smartphone accessories. I’ve been admiring her work for quite some time and finally managed to score one of the covers for myself during a restock. And let me tell you, I might have just found my new favorite iPhone case.

The new Grovemade desk trays have arrived. Following the launch of its gorgeous Note-Taking bundle, consisting of the Rail stand, ceramic-coated metal notebook, and the letter organizer we reviewed previously, the brand is back with another beautiful accoutrement for desk, and arguably an even useful one this time. The desk trays are once emptying the premium materials we have come to love from the brand to deliver some organization compartments for your desk top. Head below for a closer look at the new Grovemade desk trays. 

The new Razer BlackWidow V4 75% Mechanical Gaming Keyboard launches today and is now available for purchase. Razer followed up its BlackWidow V4 Pro gaming keyboard with a couple of more affordable models back in July known as the V4 and V4 X and today the latest edition to the product family is ready to land in your battlestation setup. It seemingly completes the lineup with a mid-tier option that delivers a more premium experience than the V4 and V4 X while coming in at under the price of the pro model. Head below for a closer look. 

The Pokémon Company today is announcing the latest expansion to its trading card game. Marking the next expansion to the Scarlet and Violet TCG, Paradox Rift will be launching with a number of firsts for the collection when it hits stores in November.

Samsung today is launching the next generation of its popular portable projector. The new Samsung Freestyle Gen 2 may not have made many big strides on the hardware front, but it is now arriving with the company’s Gaming Hub to support native cloud gaming.

Nomad today is launching its most capable charger to date, with its new 130W USB-C Power Adapter. Ready to refuel your entire Apple kit, the new 3-port charger packs a premium build and adaptive charging tech to fully toss its 130W of power around.

Following the launch of its particularly popular NES/Famicom-inspired mechanical keyboard complete with giant customizable Super Buttons, 8BitDo is back with a brand new mini gamepad. The aptly named 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth Gamepad is a tiny little multi-platform controller more than small enough to drop into your pocket. This adorable little guy even supports the brand’s custom button-mapping software and Apple hardware, features more wireless battery life than I would have expected, and it is a completely functioning gamepad, despite its incredibly tiny form factor. Now available for purchase, you can head below for a closer look and more details. 

Satechi today is launching a new Mac companion for your at-home workstation. The new Dual Dock Stand arrives with more than just an array of expanded I/O for your MacBook, also bundling in an NVMe SSD enclosure. It’s also seeing a launch discount, which we detail below the fold.

A new Caseology sport Apple Watch Ultra band has surfaced on Amazon. Landing as part of its growing Athlex lineup, the new strap delivers an option in two-tone sport orange and dark grey for folks with an active lifestyle that don’t want to pay the premium for Apple’s higher-end Alpine loops (currently on sale at the time of writing) and Trail Loops. The new sport Apple Watch band is only compatible with the Ultra model and joins the already available Galaxy Watch variant you’ll find right here – both off them currently carry $20 price tags. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

We’re back today with a look at yet another CASETiFY collaboration. Keeping the train rolling for teaming up with some iconic anime brands, the company is now returning for August to deliver a collection of Chainsaw Man iPhone 14 cases, AirPods covers, and other themed gear for your Apple setup featuring Denji, Makima, Aki, Power, and even Pochita.

Earlier this year, JBL came out with some of the most unique pairs of true wireless earbuds on the market. The new JBL Tour Pro 2 don’t set themselves apart with industry-leading battery life or unmatched ANC but, instead, arrive with the headlining feature of an onboard touchscreen display.

Moment today is launching its latest collection of smartphone lenses. Fit for the next generation of iPhone and Android smartphones, eight new mobile lenses are now available alongside updated accessories.

The Nintendo OREO cookie campaign isn’t done just yet folks. A few weeks back, the two brands came together to launch special OREO cookies embossed with characters and items from the Mushroom Kingdom, and now they are back with the special-edition Princess Peach snacks. While the original Nintendo OREO cookies are still available for purchase on Amazon (currently on sale for $3.50 Prime shipped), it’s going to be much more difficult to land the Princess Peach packs. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

ZAGG today is launching a fresh take on an Apple Pencil competitor with its new Pro Stylus 2. Looking to match many of the official features of the in-house counterpart, this new accessory sports many of the essentials you’d expect from an iPad stylus like magnetic charging backed by Qi support and tilt recognition, as well as some more fun inclusions like being available in one of five different colors.

The new Otterbox Lumen MacBook Air 13-inch case has arrived. While the latest 15-inch model might be taking most of the attention as of late (here are all our favorite covers for that model), OtterBox has just launched its first custom-made case for the M2 13-inch MacBook Air. Now available directly from OtterBox and on the official Apple store, the Lumen case is designed to add some notable military-grade protection to your compact Apple notebook alongside a semi-translucent treatment to show off its design. Head below for more details. 

We’re getting an official look at the next LEGO Ideas kit today, with all of the buzz focusing around the upcoming Insect Collection set. This over 1,100-piece creation will be assembling several highly detailed brick-built bugs complete with plenty of intricate parts usage and fun techniques to bring a butterfly, beetle, praying mantis, and more to your collection.

Today, LG is officially announcing the U.S. pricing and availability on its wild new StanbyME Go portable screen. Described as a “versatile and unique all-in-one entertainment option,” you’re essentially looking at a 27-inch LED touchscreen display housed inside of a suitcase you can take just about anywhere you might need it. LG is looking to take the portable TV and entertainment experience up to a much larger display than you might have found out there already with its new StanbyME Go touchscreen tablet TV hybrid. Head below for a closer look at this unique new portable touchscreen solution. 

The latest mouse from Glorious skips its typical release schedule by both cutting the cord and jumping directly to the next generation. The Model I 2 Wireless packs the same customizable ergonomic bones as the original Model I but also has a few notable updates including the $100 Gen 2 wireless price tag. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Amazon today is announcing the rollout of one of its first applications of AI. Hoping to help make it easier for shoppers to decide if a product is worth buying, the new AI review summaries will condense thoughts from previous Amazon buyers into a single paragraph briefing about what people like from the item.

Ubisoft has pushed the launch date of the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Mirage up. In a fun but potentially concerning turn of events, a AAA console game (and I use this term loosely in this case) from a giant publisher/developer is coming out ahead of schedule. The game, which takes place in Baghdad this time around, was originally slated to hit store shelves in digital services everywhere on October 12, has now been bumped ahead 1 week according to tweets from Sony and announcements from Ubisoft today. The more compact and tighter Assassin’s Creed experience is still up for pre-order at $50 and you can get more details down below.