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Arc makes one of the most unique smartphone case alternatives on the market. Its unique Pulse bumper isn’t a case in the traditional sense, but still offers some protection against daily wear while delivering a minimalistic design made out of aluminum. Originally only making the accessory for iPhones, Arc is now bringing the Pulse bumper to Samsung’s flagship Galaxy smartphones thanks to new Galaxy S23 and S22 releases that are now up for pre-order.

If you’ve been looking for an 8BitDo wireless controller for your desktop but haven’t been wanting to pay $50 for the acclaimed 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G model, then you’ll be happy to hear you can now get a similar experience for less. Launching May 31, you’ll be able to get the 8BitDo Ultimate C 2.4G wireless PC controller for just $29.99. It comes in two very springy shades of either pastel green or purple and is available for pre-order now. Ready to learn what all this controller brings to the table? Head below to find out more.

As it tends to always do on May the 4th, the LEGO Group celebrated Star Wars Day with the launch of its latest collectible kit. Joining the Ultimate Collector Series for 2023, one of the most iconic vehicles in all of the galaxy is getting the display-worthy treatment. Not the first time we’ve seen a UCS version, we’re taking a hands-on look at the latest LEGO X-Wing Starfighter to see if it really was worth a third attempt.

EA SPORTS has finally announced that F1 23 is launching on June 16 across all gaming platforms. Headlined by the return of the “epic story mode Braking Point,” F1 23 features every team, driver, and circuit for the 2023 season of the iconic racing league. If you’re a F1 fan, this game is surely for you. It even has the Las Vegas Grand Prix and Lusail International Circuit, Qatar for you to race around. There’s also a revamped technology called Precision Drive that delivers “vastly improved pad-play alongside real F1 team feedback for the Ultimate Wheel Experience.” Ready to learn more? Head below for additional information and pre-order dates.

Cal Kestis has made a name for himself across the galaxies after starring as the protagonist in the Star Wars Jedi game series (deals now live on those) and now Disney has unleashed his epic new collectible lightsaber hilt. There are some more affordable lightsabers out there, like the Hasbro models features in our May the 4th roundup right here, but the new Cal Kestis collectible Lightsaber Hilt is taking things up a notch. A premium build, a nice wooden collector’s box, and a limited run you’ll need to jump on soon to score one for your collection highlight the list here, but there’s even more to it than that. Head below for a closer look.  

As the Star Wars Day excitement officially kicks off today for May the 4th, Amazon is set to announce its latest Echo accessories from a galaxy far, far away. Bringing the likes of Darth Vader, Din Djarin, and Stormtroopers to your Alexa speaker, these new Star Wars Echo Dot 5th stands add a bit of flair to your smart home with light up eyes and iconic designs.

Star Wars Day is now upon us, ushering in a whole galaxy’s worth of discounts. As per usual here at 9to5Toys, we will be wrapping up all of the best price cuts across every product carry for the 2023 May the 4th festivities. Like every other year, there is a vast array of discounts out there, ranging from LEGO, collectibles, and other toys to games, tech, and so much more. Head below for all of the Star Wars Day and May the 4th deals, which we’ll be updating over the next few days.

Yesterday saw the LEGO Group launch its own Star Wars Day sale ahead of May the 4th. But for those who want to bring home cash discounts instead of extra kits or points, other retailers are dishing out some savings for the big day. Storefronts like Amazon, Walmart, and Zavvi are known for offering competitive discounts on the latest from LEGO Star Wars and beyond, and now this week we’re seeing the biggest sale from a galaxy far, far away of the year. Shipping is free across the board for Prime members and Walmart+ subscribers, or in orders over $25. Including all-new 2023 sets, last year’s summer wave, and some older kits slated for retirement, all of the best LEGO Star Wars deals are below the fold for May the 4th.

It’s no secret that Microsoft’s Game Pass is one of its biggest money makers for subscriptions. Well, they’re trying to get you to entice your friends or family to subscribe now more than ever. To do this, Microsoft is introducing a feature that allows you to invite up to five friends for a free 14-day PC Game Pass trial. Sadly, it does look like this is exclusive to PC Game Pass, and they’ll have to have never had Game Pass before to redeem. What all comes with the trial? Let’s break down how to share and why you might want to below.

The “world’s first” smart reusable sticky notes have arrived. Rocketbook has become well-known over the years for, well, its Rocketbooks – a smart, reusable notebook that allows you to beam your handwritten notes and doodles to the cloud for safe-keeping. Today, the brand is entering a sort of adjacent product category by the way of its new reusable sticky notes. This marks the brand’s first foray into a product segment you would have thought it would have been all over years ago, especially considering it already makes these index cards with a similar technology, but nonetheless, the new Rocketbook smart reusable sticky notes have arrived. Head below for more details. 

When we reviewed the PlaySeat Trophy Logitech G Edition, I mentioned how expensive it was to get the shifter mount. It costs $50 plus an additional $100 shipping to get it to me here in the US. It’s now listed on B&H but is temporarily out of stock with availability expected in 4-6 months. So, I decided to design and 3D print my own shifter mount, and I’ve been having a blast playing the new Rally Adventure mode in Forza Horizon 5. Let’s dive in and check it out.

Today BLACK+DECKER is introducing its latest home cleaning appliance, the POWERSERIES Extreme MAX Cordless Stick Vacuum. Unlike some other stick vacuums on the market, this one can also operate as a hand vacuum when you need to clean off your furniture. Some upgrades BLACK+DECKER has implemented with this new vacuum entry include an updated floorhead design, the 20V MAX removable battery that can be used with other BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX products, and a cyclonic filtration system. The new POWERSERIES Extreme MAX vacuum is available for purchase starting today, so make sure you keep reading below to learn more and find out where you can order the vacuum today.

Today, Weber is getting ahead of the outdoor cooking season and upgrading the grills you already own. If your grill is part of the WEBER CONNECT smart system, it now has new features, thanks to the updated WEBER CONNECT 2.0 app. The major update here is that you can now monitor multiple grills or smokers at the same time. On top of that, there’s a new dynamic grilling dashboard, cook graphing, and much more. Ready to take your cookout game to the next level? Keep reading to find out how.

SANDMARC is introducing its brand new iPhone photography lens today known as the Macro 100mm. The brand has quickly become one of our favorite Apple gear accessory makers, from delivering my personal favorite leather iPhone 14 case and a brilliant collection of Apple Watch bracelet straps that look like they were made by a true horology company to its all-metal tripod stand we reviewed previously and more, SANDMARC is not a brand to be slept on whether you’re an iPhoneographer or not. However, today it is expanding its lineup of iPhone lens offerings with a new model designed to simulate the human eye and offer photographers “a more natural, organic look.” Head below for more details on SANDMARC’s new iPhone lens release. 

Update: LEGO has officially revealed the new Mars Rover set, confirming it’ll launch on August 1 for $99.99.

After getting a first look at the new LEGO Dreamzzz sets this morning, we’re now turning our attention to the Technic side of LEGO’s summer lineup. Arriving later this year in August, a pair of creations will be hitting the scene this summer. Thanks to German retailer JB Spielwaren, we’re getting a first look at the new LEGO Technic Mars Rover Perseverance and John Deere Skidder sets.

Today we’re getting a look at just about all of the sets from the LEGO Group’s latest in-house theme. Following in the footsteps of Ninjago, Friends, and Monkie Kid, the latest property from the company will be launching this summer with a collection of colorful and oh-so whimsical creations. LEGO Dreamzzz arrives with a lineup of builds that are just as surreal as they are fun, and we break down what to expect from the all-new theme below.

The LEGO Group just launched its Star Wars Day celebration, and at the top of all the fanfare is the new mini Death Star II set. This limited-edition creation not only arrives to pay homage to the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi but also arrives as an exciting new build that’s free on select orders. Today we’re taking a closer look at how the kit stacks up to see if it’s worth the entry fee.

LEGO today is launching its annual Star Wars Day sale ahead of May the 4th. The company just launched a whole host of new kits to celebrate the next month rolling around, and front and center in the collection are creations from a galaxy far, far away. But there’s more this month than just the latest from LEGO Star Wars, namely promotions that help builders make the most out of expanding their collections.

Today, Sony is announcing the pricing and availability for its latest 2023 BRAVIA XR 4K Mini LED, OLED, and LED TVs. All of the models announced for availability today feature Sony’s updated Cognitive Processor XR which has the all-new XR Clear Image on select models, delivers the Acoustic Center Sync which synchronizes your TV’s audio system with the center channel of compatible Sony soundbars, and much more. With pricing starting at $1,300 and going up to $10,000, you’ll want to head below to find all of the details about when and how to purchase the latest Sony TV models.

Just hours before “fashion’s biggest night out” at the 2023 Met Gala, Casely has now launched its new lineup of iPhone cases officially adorned with iconic pieces of artwork. Featuring prints from Hokusai’s iconic 1830-32 woodblock, Monet’s Summer Landscape, a Henri-Edmond Cross watercolor circa 1909, and more, these cases are the latest in the brand’s growing lineup of designs to decorate your iPhone 14 (and previous generation models) this summer and beyond. Best of all, our exclusive discount code will knock the prices down well below the $35 and $50 everyone else will have to pay. Head below for all of the details. 

Joining today’s all-time lows on the official Xbox Series X/S storage Expansion Cards from $150, Microsoft has unveiled a new Xbox wireless controller. Taking to the Xbox Wire today, we are getting our first look at the new Sunkissed Vibes Special Edition gamepad. The exclusive new controller now sits alongside a few recent releases to Microsoft’s stable of in-house gamepads including the customizable Redfall controllers that landed on Xbox Design Lab, the Earth Day model, and before that, the all-green variant that released ahead of St. Patrick’s Day. While none of those, including the new Sunkissed are arguably as cute as the limited edition Grogu gamepad, you can get a closer at the now available new Xbox wireless controller below. 

The LEGO Group today is back with a fresh new collection of sets for May! Headlined by a whole galaxy of just-released builds from the Star Wars theme, there’s also new LEGO sets from the 100th anniversay Disney fanfare, the latest LEGO Ideas model, Technic supercars, and much more. Head below for the full scoop on all of the new LEGO sets available for May 2023, which are now available for purchase.

If you’ve not heard of Galactic Civilizations, it’s a space-based strategy game, and this marks the fourth installment in the series. As a stand-alone sequel to the previous title, you’ll find yourself as the ruler of a united home world that has just discovered faster-than-light travel. Well, the latest stand-alone addition to the series is here with Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova, leveraging OpenAI’s ChatGPT (called AlienGPT), you’ll be able to create your own civilizations that use AI for the lore, conversation dialogues, quests, and more. Plus, AI also generates custom graphics for your civilization, making it even more immersive. Sound interesting? Keep reading to find out more.

iOttie has been making some of our favorite iPhone car mounts for ages now, and today two new offerings have hit the scene for iPhone 14 owners. Expanding its more premium Velox lineup comes a pair of new accessories that land at either end of the spectrum. There’s the flagship Velox Pro mount clocking in at the top of its class, with the Velox Mini tapping in at a more affordable price point. Both of the new MagSafe chargers are now available for purchase ahead of shipping next week, too.

After getting a first look at four new Kong characters making their debut into the LEGO collection earlier in the week, today we’re getting an official reveal of the first full LEGO Donkey Kong set. Due out later this summer in August, the upcoming Donkey Kong’s Tree House set continues the brick-built Nintendo action that Mario started a few years back. There’s also three other new Donkey Kong sets coming this summer, too.

Thrustmaster is expanding on its hot-swap controller module lineup with the ESWAP XR Forza Horizon 5 edition. It comes with the standard layout but also packs a racing wheel module and can be reconfigured on the fly. The wheel is also available separately for $39 if you already have an ESWAP controller, but for Forza Horizon 5 fans and collectors, this $180 special-edition controller is worth a look. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Have you been waiting to upgrade your gaming headset but wanted something more premium? Well, today, Razer is introducing the all-new 2023 BlackShark V2 Pro Wireless Gaming Headset. Upgrading and iterating on the previous edition headset, you’ll find that the battery life has been more than tripled alongside Pro-Tuned FPS audio profiles that will let you hear every detail in your games. Razer has also refined the build and comfort with a reinforced steel headband, memory foam earcups, and overall increased durability. Available for purchase today in both white and black colorways, you can learn more about what’s new here below the fold.

Today, Paradox Interactive has revealed the final DLC for Cities: Skylines, developed by Colossal Order. The iconic city builder is set to retire this year as we look toward the incoming sequel. Hotels & Retreats is the final DLC being launched in the Cities: Skylines “World Tour,” and it’s a mini-expansion that actually delivers a lot of fun functions to help boost your city’s economy. Keep reading to find out when you can get Cities: Skylines Hotels & Retreats to give your city one last bump in population and fun.

New customizable Redfall Xbox controllers have been unveiled. The release of the next Arkane is title is quickly approaching as Redfall is set to hit store shelves and digital storefronts on May 2. The Bethesda game studio – best known for its work in the immersive sim genre with brilliant titles like Dishonored and Prey – is spreading its wings to some degree with Redfall, blending its usual approach with the looter-shooter co-op genre much the same way Microsoft is doing with the new Redfall Limited Edition Controllers. As opposed to the usual new Microsoft controller styles we feature around here, the new Redfall Xbox controllers are actually part of Xbox Design Lab, so you can design them yourself – more details below.

The new Teenage Engineering CM–15 field microphone has arrived. TE is one of the most unique, interesting, and creative audio gadget makers anywhere (I love them), and today it is unveiling its very first foray into the microphone space. The CM-15 is an expansion of its Field line of gear most recently exemplified by the recycled Field Desk with a modular rail system and the wild little TX-6 mixer we went hands-on with previously. The new Teenage Engineering field mic continues the brand’s trend of developing innovative music gear as well as the aesthetics we have come to love from the previous Field releases. Hit the jump for a closer look and all of the details. 

Today, Dreametech is announcing its brand-new DreameBot L10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for purchase. Designed to be a “fully-automated cleaning system,” the L10 Ultra has a lot to like about it. There’s an auto-empty base, which also features mop washing and drying as well as automatic water- and solution-adding functionality. Then, the robot itself has dual rotary mopping pads, full navigation, and more. If you’re looking for a way to have hands-free cleaning this spring, then read on to find out more about the Dreamtech DreameBot L10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop.

Samsung’s new lineup of Frame TVs were originally shown off back at CES 2023 in January, and today the first of the new units are beginning to ship. Delivering on much of that same promise of blending your usual 4K HDR panels into a stealthy picture frame design, the latest models arrive with some quality of life adjustments, new software experience, and the same price tags as before.

After getting a first look at the new LEGO Super Mario sets back in March, today the LEGO Group is teasing details on the entire lineup. We already knew that Donkey Kong would be getting the star treatment this time around, but it looks like he won’t be the only ape getting in on the brick-built action for the LEGO Mario 2023 lineup when it hits this summer.

Are you looking to upgrade your laptop but don’t want something that will take up a lot of space or weigh too much? Well, ASUS is now introducing what it claims is the “world’s thinnest 13.3-inch OLED laptop,” the Zenbook S 13 OLED. Coming equipped with the latest 13th Gen Intel processors, you’ll have plenty of processing power packed into a small chassis. Speaking of the chassis, ASUS has designed this upgraded laptop with recycled metals and plastics with the goal of being carbon neutral. Whether you need a decently powerful laptop for your office work or want to create some content on the go, the Zenbook S 13 OLED is worth a look. Keep reading below the fold for more.

Today we are getting our first look at the new Tile for Cats – a combination of the brand’s Sticker item (kitty) tracker and its new collar accessory. The brand has been going neck and neck with AirTag since Apple jumped into the product category in 2021 but has largely held its own with a broader range of products, bundle offers, and, in some cases, slightly lower price tags. Today, it is looking to help pet owners keep tabs on what can be the most elusive of domesticated furry friends with its new Tile for Cats package. Head below for a closer look.

Originally thought to be an April Fools’ joke, the ASUS ROG Ally is a real thing we found out. Well, today, we get a more in-depth look at what the ROG Ally and its Windows 11-powered self brings to the table. Powered by the just-announced AMD Z1 chip, which comes in two flavors that offer up to 8 cores and 16 threads with RDNA 3 architecture for graphics, this handheld seems to have everything that people originally wanted in the Steam Deck… but it’ll cost, according to reports from ASUS, “less than $1,000.” How does the ROG Ally stack up to the Steam Deck in terms of specs and features? Let’s find out more below.

In what has been one of the worst kept secrets of the LEGO Star Wars lineup, today we’re getting a first official look at the upcoming Mandalorian Fang Fighter versus TIE Interceptor set. Hitting store shelves next month as part of the Star Wars Day festivities, set number 76348 will stack up to nearly 1,000 pieces and includes four minifigures.

Anker today is starting off the workweek by launching the latest addition to its stable of MagSafe chargers. The new PowerCore 5K arrives with the usual 7.5W output we’ve come to expect, as well as a 5,000mAh battery and MagSafe charging tech that’s ready for iPhone 14. But where it differs from previous releases is a refreshed footprint that helps Anker make this the most affordable of its MagSafe batteries yet – not to mention, a 30% off launch price cut makes it even more compelling.

If I had to name my favorite video games, they would likely all have a space theme to them. Add in survival elements, realism, and a good story? You’ve got my dream game (looking at you Starfield.) Well, Tin Can is a new game launching April 27th on Xbox Series X|S and even One. What all do we know about it? Well, it’s a “true-to-life space disaster experience that will test even the most experienced survival game players,” and this has me very intrigued.

The celebration of Disney’s 100th anniversay rages on as today we’re getting a look at two new LEGO creations. Coming later this year and joining all of the other kits that look to get in on the fanfare of the animation studio’s anniversary, there’s a build celebrating iconic Disney Villains to go alongside some iconic sidekick duos. So if you don’t mind some grainy photos, hit the jump and check out the two new LEGO 100th anniversary Disney sets launching this summer.

May the 4th is right around the corner, and today the LEGO Group is giving builders an official look at all the ways to save for Star Wars day. With freebies on certain orders and the usual double VIP points to be had during the first few days of next month, we break down what to expect from the festivities coming soon.

Earlier this year, Anker launched its new AnkerWork M650 wireless microphone kit. Taking on the likes of DJI and Rode, the pair of lavalier microphones is ready to elevate your mobile podcasting setup and iPhoneography shooting rig alike. The only question is, is it worth the $250 price tag?

This week, Acer is introducing a slew of new product lines, with an all-new desktop, the Predator Orion X, leading the way. Coming in with an ultra-compact form-factor, this desktop weighs less than 20 pounds and still packs an impressively powerful punch. Ready to learn how much power is in this small package? Keep reading to find out all we know.

The battle of high-end gaming headsets is getting more interesting today. Turtle Beach is out with the Stealth Pro – an ANC, wireless, Bluetooth, swappable battery high-end gaming headset that looks like it is aimed directly at one of my favorites – the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details of the Stealth Pro and how the two compare. 

Today, Shark is introducing its latest robot vacuum with the Matrix. Designed around an all-new cleaning system, the Matrix robot vacuum from Shark not only does parallel lines to clean your home but also does perpendicular and diagonal in order to ensure that it scrubs every square inch of carpet from every angle for the deepest clean possible. On top of that, it has a self-empty base, which is bagless and easy to use without taking up a lot of room in your home. Ready to learn more? We’ve spent the past few days with the latest Shark Matrix robot vacuum, and our hands-on review is down below.