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Any avid 9to5Toys reader knows we keep a close eye on price drops and new Ninja kitchen gear, but the brand has now introduced its first-ever cordless blender. Officially known as the Blast Portable Blender, Ninja is now bringing “the power and high-performance of its award-winning blenders” to a compact and on-the-go form-factor with its latest cordless innovation. Head below for more details and closer look at the new Ninja cordless blender.
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As the LEGO Star Wars 2023 lineup comes into clearer focus, today we can share a first look at the latest addition to the upcoming collection of sets. This year has already seen quite a few early looks at sets that aren’t going to be due out until later this year, like the UCS X-Wing that drops on May 1. And just ahead of Star Wars Day too, the LEGO Group will be debuting a new pack of BrickHeadz to continue the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi with a Battle of Endor Heroes pack.
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From $200/Order nowToday, Amazon is announcing an expansion of its in-house TV family with new sizes and an entirely new lineup. While the popular Fire TV Omni QLED series has been around for a while, Amazon is now expanding that with three new sizes. Plus, there’s a new 2-series launching for those who are after a more budget-focused experience but still want built-in smarts, with pricing starting at $200. Ready to learn more? Head below to find out all the details we have on Amazon’s latest Fire TV models.
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Harber of London – a family run brand based in London with penchant for handmade, high-end leather accessories and bags – is ready to introduce its new MacBook sleeve. Joining a collection of backpacks, wallets, briefcases, AirTag cases, and other Mac carriers, the new Zippered Sleeve For MacBook delivers water-resistant, cushioned protection and the fittingly high-end home your precious Apple notebook deserves. Head below for a closer look at the new Harber of London MacBook sleeve.
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Update: The pre-order discount on Positive Grid’s Spark GO miniature smart guitar amp, Bluetooth speaker, and interface is now live at $110 (Reg. $150).
Let’s check out the new Spark GO mini smart guitar amp. Positive Grid – makers of the popular smart Spark guitar amps and Bluetooth speakers – have now officially unveiled the new Spark GO. After taking the original Spark amp down to a more compact size for the Spark Mini, which we went hands-on with about year ago now at launch, Positive Grid is both going even smaller with the new GO variant and cutting the price nearly in half. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Positive Grid Spark GO mini smart guitar amp.
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As we reported just over a year ago, Nintendo will sadly be shutting down the Wii U and 3DS eShop for good very soon. This will leave a massive collection of games in limbo for folks that don’t scoop them up before Monday – a sad and inevitable eventuality for some digital media. You’d better grab the titles you want soon because the clock is ticking, and there’s no telling if some of these titles will ever be seen again in an official (or legal) manner.
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Today, ECOVACS, a well-known brand in the robot cleaning space, is introducing three new smart vacuums and mops. With the N10+, T9+, and T10 OMNI making their way to retailers now, you’ll find that the latest models from the DEEBOT lineup are perfect for cleaning your house this spring. Pricing starts at $650, and you can learn all about the latest ECOVACS has to offer below.
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Launch discount/$140Anker today is launching its second-ever 15W MagSafe charging stand. After the first one landed earlier in the year, the company is out with a refreshed take on the desktop charging system that ditches the cube design we last saw for another geometric form factor. The new Anker 737 MagGo Charger packs much of the same 3-in-1 design that we’ve come to expect and is now available for purchase with a launch discount attached.
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Microsoft is serving up some FREE Xbox demos for a host of unreleased games starting today. The 2023 Game Developers Conference, or GDC, kicked off in San Francisco today with the show’s usual awards and breadth of exhibitors. But Microsoft has a special treat for folks whether you can make it to the show proper or not in the way of some FREE Xbox demos to enjoy for the week. These are very early looks at unreleased titles, and you don’t need anything but an Xbox console to play them all week long without dropping a nickel. Head below for more details.
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CASETiFY is now launching its latest form-factor of cases for iPhone 14 series smartphones. The new Push-In Case takes on a fun design that lets you attach a series of charms to the back of your handset while still delivering 4-foot drop protection to Apple’s latest.
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Konnect your grill/$1,699If you’ve heard of a kettle grill, then it’s likely you know the Kamado Joe namesake. Well, the iconic grill brand has finally entered the digital age with the introduction of the Konnected Joe. Here’s the thing that’s interesting: the Konnected Joe is still a charcoal-powered grill that uses all-new digital features to take your outdoor cooking setup to the next level. Ready to find out all this new grill brings to the table? Keep reading to find out more.
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When looking for a new gaming PC, there are pros and cons to buying a prebuilt computer or building your own custom rig. Over the last few months, we’ve looked at building a custom PC in the NZXT H9 case, checked out the NZXT Player: Three, and now we are adding the Maingear MG-1 Shroud Edition to the comparison. All three of these builds are packing near-identical processing power with an Intel 13700K or KF as well as an Nvidia RTX 4070 Ti. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the performance and price details.
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Buy now/$100Last fall, the folks over at Ultimate Ears launched a new generation of its most portable speaker before refreshing it with some new colorways at the beginning of the year. Ahead of spring, we’re taking a hands-on look at a top contender for the year’s best portable Bluetooth speaker. The new WONDERBOOM 3 arrives with all of the usual Ultimate Ears fixing, but also some firsts for the brand like a recycled build.
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After being unveiled back at CES, the all new SwitchBot Hub 2.0 is now available for pre-order. This Wi-Fi hub also doubles as a thermo-hygrometer alongside acting as the central gateway for all your SwitchBot smart home products; the biggest upgrade the company has made here is the inclusion of Matter and HomeKit support. Coming in a sleek and stylish white frame, the new SwitchBot Hub 2.0 will fit anywhere in your home while packing in the latest and greatest smart home communication protocol. Expected to begin shipping in April – keep reading below to learn more about this new hub from SwitchBot.
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Following the release of its new All-Conditions leather waterproof smartphone and accessories pouch, today we are taking a closer look at the brand new Bellroy passport wallet. Carrying what is essentially your most precious piece of travel-related documentation loose in your hand or a bag pocket can be just fine, but if you’re anything like me, having something that can both protect it from the elements and keep the rest of your small scale travel kit organized is a good thing. And Bellroy is now back with its improved second-edition travel folio to help the cause. More than just your average passport wallet with a couple pockets for your travel document and boarding pass, the new travel folio “keeps travel essentials at hand when you need them and zipped away when you don’t.” Head below for more details on the now available Bellroy passport wallet.
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Hohem is a newer brand to the scene when it comes to portable filmmaking accessories, but the company just announced its iSteady M6 smartphone gimbal. Coming in with a competitive price, you’ll find that this gimbal packs a lot of features for what it is. From the included magnetic fill light and AI vision sensor to the 360-degree rotation, metal control knob, and more, the Hohem iSteady M6 looks to be a solid choice for your mobile videography needs. Keep reading to find out why.
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Buy now/$50Belkin today is rolling with the spring season change and launching a pair of refreshed colorways for one of its popular iPhone 14 accessories. Belkin Boost↑Charge Wireless Power Bank is already a notable option for MagSafe-enabled devices, and now the accessory now comes in some spring-ready styles thanks to refreshed purple and pink designs. Launching with more affordable prices than the previous offerings, these still deliver MagSafe builds with foldout kickstands.
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Today, Solo Stove is announcing a new Pellet Adapter for its Ranger, Bonfire, and Yukon smokeless fire pits. Designed to allow you to use standard wood pellets in your Solo Stove, this adapter is quite simple to use and has the ability to make your outdoor parties more maintenance free. Pricing starts at $40 and goes up, and we’ve spent the past week or so using the Pellet Adapter to give you our thoughts. Keep reading to find out what we think about the Solo Stove Pellet Adapter in our hands-on review.
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While we’re starting to see more and more Wi-Fi 6E routers from all the usual brands, some others are looking forward to the next big thing. One such brand is NETGEAR, as it is now unveiling “the first Wi-Fi 7 router,” the Nighthawk RS700. While this new Wi-Fi standard is not officially finalized, NETGEAR is still ready to bring it to your home as soon as possible. Wi-Fi 7 brings 320MHz channel bandwidths which will greatly increase data throughput and allow for theoretical 40Gb/s wireless internet. If you like to be on the bleeding edge of technology, you can pre-order the Nighthawk RS700 today, and it will be shipping in the next few months. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about this router.
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Buy now/$250After first being revealed back at CES 2023, Anker’s latest work-focused accessory is now finally shipping. The AnkerWork M650 microphone kit includes a pair of wireless mics as well as a Lightning or USB-C receiver that makes it just as notable for recording out and about with iPhone as it is for at-home podcasting from your Mac. Now available for purchase, we break down what to expect below the fold.
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Order now/$100Today, Razer is introducing an all-new mouse pad that’s made of…tempered glass? That’s right, the Razer Atlas is the latest hard mat from the iconic gaming brand, this time bringing tempered glass to the mix. This allows for better tracking, thanks to the 2μm texturing on the surface. However, all of this doesn’t come at a low cost, with the Razer Atlas clocking in with a $100 list price. What does it claim to be able to do in order to ask that much? Let’s take a closer look.
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Coming soon/$240After getting a first look earlier in the week, the LEGO Group today is officially revealing its all-new Land Rover Defender Classic 90 set. Hitting the scene next month, the upcoming addition to the LEGO Icons lineup arrives as the latest vehicle to get the brick-built treatment, stacking up just in time for the company’s 75th anniversay.
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Pre-order/$400 offContinuing to refresh its lineup of portable power stations, Jackery is now launching its most capable release yet. The new Explorer 3000 Pro arrives as its most capable model so far, centered around a 3,024Wh battery with enough juice to keep the family going for 48 hours at a time. Launching later this month, you can lock in pre-order discounts at up to $400 off.
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Today, Paradox Interactive and Colossal Order are announcing one final bout of Cities: Skylines DLC updates before it looks to retire the game at the end of the year. Before the game is sunset, you’ll get a lot of community content packs to add a few last-minute features to the iconic city builder before Cities: Skylines II hits the market. Ready to see what all will be coming to the game starting March 22? Let’s take a closer look below.
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Update: The new Land Rover Defender set has officially been revealed. Go check it out in our full launch coverage.
Each year, the LEGO Group looks to launch a new brick-built vehicle into its garage. Today, we can offer a first look at the new addition for 2023, which will be seeing the iconic Land Rover Defender Classic get the LEGO treatment with nearly 2,000 bricks.
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Today Garmin is unveiling some of its latest outdoor navigation devices with the GPSMAP 67 Series and the eTrex SE. These rugged GPS handheld devices are a great companion for those who often go hiking in remote locations with spotty cellular service and pack in many upgrades ranging from improved battery life to better GNSS support. The entry-level eTrex SE is just the latest iteration in the brand’s “longest-running line of durable, easy-to-use handhelds,” while the all-new GPSMAP 67 Series includes two new handhelds built for tough adventures. All of these new GPS handhelds are available for purchase today from Garmin and are ready to join your next hike. Keep reading below the fold to learn more.
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Buy now/From $38Today, CASETiFY officially launched its latest collection of Star Wars iPhone 14 cases, this time putting everyone’s favorite bounty hunter in the spotlight. The new lineup of gear from The Mandalorian includes more than just phone cases for Apple’s latest, and carries over to a whole host of other accessories. Though CASETiFY’s bread and butter really is the covers, and we’re taking a hands-on look at some of the all-new releases including the shiny Beskar Ingot case.
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Buy now/$200Today, Edifier is introducing an all-new tabletop Bluetooth speaker with the QD35. Featuring “Lumia Art” effects, you’ll find that this speaker leverages a retro translucent design. It’s an all-in-one music system that’s both hi-res audio and hi-res audio wireless certified with USB-A and aux jacks on the rear panel, which supports both these high-resolution audio signals. So, if you’re ready to dip your toes into a hi-res audio system with ’90s callbacks, then the Edifier QD35 is a solid option. Want to learn more? Keep reading to discover all we know about this speaker.
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The Model O Wireless from Glorious was one of my favorite mice when we reviewed it in December 2020. Today, Glorious is launching the next-generation Model O 2 wired and wireless. As with many products these days, the new model means new updates and a higher starting price as well. Are the updates worth the $100 price tag? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.
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Pre-order/$50Just after being shown off in last week’s episode of The Mandalorian, the LEGO Group today is officially revealing another new kit from the series. The horrifying Spider Tank skulking around the mines of Mandalore just made its debut into Star Wars canon, and is now being immortalized as a new set launching later this summer. Now available for pre-order, we break down what to expect from LEGO set number 75361.
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Buy now/$70Over the past few years, we’ve been annually reviewing the new additions to the LEGO Group’s collection of new Star Wars helmet sets. Back at the start of March, we saw the company officially launch three new additions to the lineup with some iconic Clone Wars characters finally getting the brick-built treatment alongside one of the more unique faces from Return of the Jedi for its 40th anniversary. So if you’re still on the fence, we’re taking a hands-on look to see how the new LEGO Commander Cody, Captain Rex, and Boushh helmets stack up.
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Today, TerraMaster is announcing two new network attached storage systems with SFP+ and 10Gb Ethernet built-in, designed to make “efficient 4K online video editing” easier. With quad-core Intel processors, up to 32GB of dual-channel DDR4 RAM, two M.2 NVMe SSD slots, and more, these NAS units are perfect for those who need a high-performance system for editing video not stored on your local system. Sound interesting? Keep reading for more.
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While Spigen did unleash a new model magnetic charging puck of its own earlier this year, it is time to look at the brand’s new Rugged Armor Apple Watch Charger Stand right now. While some folks have begun to move over to the all-in-one charging setups, whether that be something that carries their entire Apple kit or just a dedicated Apple Watch option, Spigen’s nightstand variant delivers a new and particularly affordable option for everyone else. Head below for a closer look.
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When looking at the new Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro that was recently released, I was reminded of the K100 RGB that we reviewed back in October of 2020. With macro keys and extra dials, they both sit near the top of the line for their respective brands. So, which one is the right pick for you? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.
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Today COSORI, a Vesync company, is unveiling the latest addition to its lineup of kitchen multi-cooker products, the 6-Quart Pressure Cooker. As it is part of the said multi-cooker lineup, you’ll have access to a range of cooking methods with some food-specific presets to boot. Whether you’re looking to start eating healthier or often cook meals that would benefit from a pressure cooker, this new offering from COSORI is worth checking out. Keep reading below the fold to learn about the features packed within and where you can get it today.
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When AMD launched its Ryzen 7000 processors last year, most motherboards were in the multi-hundred dollar price range. This was because more affordable options just weren’t available, even though AMD promised motherboards in the $125 range. Well, it’s now time for those who have been waiting for a more budget-friendly motherboard to start building their new PC. First up to the plate is the budget-focused ASRock B650M-HDV AM5 motherboard at $124.99, available to order today from Newegg. Wondering what all this motherboard brings to the table? Keep reading to learn more.
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Happy Mario Day 2023! To celebrate the festivities, the LEGO Group has showcased the latest lineup of expansions to the Nintendo theme. The reveals were a tad underwhelming compared to previous years, but builders did get a first official look at the upcoming Dry Bowser Castle set as well as the LEGO debut of Donkey Kong into the theme.
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Update: Our MAR10 roundup below has now been updated with all of the best Mario Day deals. You can expect even more to be coming down the pipeline in the coming hours but as of right now all of the Switch game price drops are live alongside this year’s console bundle and more. We have also now added some licensed Switch cases and controllers from PDP and PowerA alongside this year’s collection LEGO building kit deals. Everything is waiting down below and be sure to check back throughout the day for more of the best Mario Day 2023 deals.
Mario Day 2023, or as it is affectionately known MAR10, has officially arrived! Mario day lands on March 10 every year and marks Nintendo’s annual celebration of its world-famous mustached hero. This year’s celebration includes everything from various in-person activities throughout the month of March to some fantastic deals on a wide range of first-party Nintendo games, a two-part eShop sale, a special Nintendo Switch console bundle, and more. But that’s just on the official Nintendo side of things, we are also expecting (and already seeing) plenty of third-party Mario Day deals on LEGO kits, Switch accessories, and collectibles as well. Head below to find all of the most notable Mario Day 2023 deals as they come in across the next 24 hours.
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Looking to join the “digital-age culture,” Casio is now unveiling its latest G-SHOCK watch collection consisting of four new models. All of the watches that are part of the new “Gamer’s RGB” collection feature the familiar G-SHOCK silhouettes alongside updated and fresh hues to match your gaming battlestation. If you’ve been looking to upgrade your everyday watch to match your style better, every watch in this new collection is now available for purchase starting from $110. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about Casio’s new G-SHOCK watches.
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SPY+ Optic is collaborating with Trevor Kennison, one of the top professional sit ski athletes, on a limited edition collection of goggles, sunglasses, and helmets to close out the ’22-’23 winter season. If you’re not familiar with Trevor Kennison, he suffered a life-altering snowboarding accident that left him paralyzed in 2014. However, that did not stop his love of snowboarding, and he became the first sit-skier to participate in the legendary Kings & Queens of Corbet’s event in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. You will want to head below to check out this entire SPY+ collection and be sure to also check out TravisMathew’s new polos for spring here.
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The new Mario movie trailer is set to debut any minute now as part of the latest Nintendo Direct. Now, on the eve of Mario Day 2023, Nintendo is set to broadcast a special Direct presentation focused entirely on the Mario movie and what appears to be the final official trailer before it hits theaters next month. We caught our first glimpse of the highly-anticipated film back on October of last year, followed be a slew of shorter clips and trailers thereafter, and that all culminates in today’s presentation set to go live at 5 p.m. ET today. Head below to follow along with today’s Nintendo Direct to see the new Mario movie footage.
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Today, Roku’s first in-house smart TVs are finally available to purchase from Best Buy. With 11 models to pick among and sizes ranging from 24 to 75 inches, pricing on the lineup begins at $150 and goes up to $1,200 depending on what you opt for. While the Select lineup is more geared toward budget-focused setup, the Roku Plus series has a lot of top-tier features like local dimming, automatic brightness, Dolby Vision, QLED, Atmos support, and more. Sound like something you’d be interested in picking up? Keep reading to find all the details.
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Back at the start of the month, a batch of new LEGO Indiana Jones sets showed up on store shelves ahead of even being officially announced by the LEGO Group. And while we’re still waiting on that actual announcement to land, there are some extra photos we can share today on what to expect from the LEGO Indiana Jones theme relaunching come June.
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Pokémon’s latest trading card game expansion is slated to launch come the end of March, delivering the first chance to bring cards from Scarlet and Violet to your collection. Complete with over 200 new cards featuring Pokémon from Paldea and beyond, the upcoming TCG expansion is now seeing some pre-order discounts courtesy of Amazon ahead of shipping at the end of the month.
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Pre-order now/$180Today, Amazon-owned Ring is announcing its first new video doorbell in two years with the Battery Doorbell Plus. With a new head-to-toe HD+ resolution, motion detection and alerts, and more, the new Ring Battery Doorbell Plus enters with quite a few features… though a lot of those functions will only be available with a Ring Protect plan. Looking for more info on the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus? Keep reading to find out all we know and how to pre-order.
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The Starfield release date has finally been announced, and we can expect a full-on showcase for the game in just a few month’s time now. But today, the folks at Bethesda have released a “Starfield: Official Launch Date Announcement” to keep eager fans on their toes and to give folks a little something to look forward to before the #StarfieldDirect event on Sunday, June 11. Head below for more details.
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Today, we’re getting a first look at five upcoming creations that look to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Jurassic Park. Delivering five new creations from the film that started it all, there’s a collection of new dinosaurs, minifigures, and builds packed into the lineup dropping later this year.
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Spring is quickly approaching, and TravisMathew has an array of new polos to complete your wardrobe. The brand’s polos are often referred to as “perfect” because of their versatility and wearability. You can choose from an array of colors and pattern options that are flattering as well as on-trend for the spring season. The polos are also designed to promote comfort with all of the bells and whistles we are all looking for. So whether you’re off to a round of golf with your friends or heading to a date night, we’ve got a phenomenal option for you. Be sure to check out all of our top picks below, and you will want to check out our news guide for additional stories today.
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