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It seems that Sony has been on a spree of releasing its iconic exclusive games on PC lately. While we’re not sure what’s gotten into Sony as of late, it’s something that we absolutely love to see. The latest announcement is Sony confirming that Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection officially launching on PC October 19. That means in just over a month, you’ll be able to play one of Sony’s most iconic series on your desktop. Keep reading to learn more.

It’s time to take a look at some of the iPhone 14 case deals that are floating around for delivery day. With Apple’s latest handsets starting to land on doorsteps everywhere today (if you were one of the lucky ones during the pre-order bonanza anyway), we thought it might be a good idea to take a look at some of the iPhone 14 case deals that went and are still live today. Apple’s smartphones aren’t exactly the most affordable, so it’s always a good thing when we can save some cash on accessories, and we here at 9to5Toys are looking to make sure you do. Head below for a rundown of all of the best iPhone 14 case deals, exclusive promotion codes we have cooked up this year, and more. 

Update: If you’re looking for a quick last-minute gift that’s guaranteed to arrive on-time, DODOcase is now offering 15% off its digital e-gift certificates. Simply hit this page, add your desired denomination of choice to your cart and apply code DODO2022 at checkout. “Our e-Gift Cards are instantly delivered. Your recipient will receive a custom email with gift certificate details and links to the site to redeem.  Send them the gift of design!” 

The new DODOcase custom iPhone 14 cases are now live with the latest iterations of its mainstay models on the way. There are a few premium brands we have featured around here over the last several years for a reason, and DODOcase is one of them. Joining the likes of Pad & Quill, Twelve South, and Nomad, among others, DODOcase delivers high-quality premium covers to wrap your precious iPhone 14 in a case worthy of Apple’s latest tech. Alongside all-leather models, custom monograms, suede-like material, and its svelte pouch wallets, the brand’s online customizer is now live, so you can design your own book-style case as well, right down to the last detail. Head below for a closer look at the brand’s latest and the custom iPhone 14 cases. 

The original SEGA version of Earthworm Jim has landed on Nintendo Switch Online. Nintendo took to its official Twitter feed recently to unveil the latest additions to its Switch Online SEGA Genesis lineup – the new SEGA Genesis Mini 2 console is still available for pre-order – headlined by the original Earthworm Jim game alongside ALISIA DRAGOON and action RPG Beyond Oasis. All three are now available to Expansion Pack subscribers, and you can get more details below. 

The smart home lighting market has seen rapid growth over the past couple of years and now Twinkly, a leading Italian smart lighting brand, is now introducing its new product, Squares. This lighting kit includes multiple panels that each contain 64 addressable LED “mega” pixels that can display anything from solid colors to eight-bit pixel art with the ability to control the setup across multiple platforms. You can even scale up the setup from the main kit with the expansion pack. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about these new lights.

Today, we’re getting what will likely be the final report on the upcoming LEGO UCS Razor Crest before its release later this fall. Over the past few months, 9to5Toys has been able to report on what to expect from this year’s largest LEGO Star Wars set, and now there are just a few weeks until this one hits store shelves. In the meantime, we can confirm what to expect from the size of the build, its final price tag, and the assortment of minifigures included this time around.

At the Tokyo Game Show, Xbox announced quite a few things, including updates on 22 games from Xbox Studios, Bethesda, and other developer partners. While there was a lot announced (more on that in a bit), we’re focusing on two major titles coming to Game Pass this month: DEATHLOOP and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey. These two massive titles will soon be available on Microsoft’s game subscription service, so let’s talk about what all is coming to Game Pass this month.

Apogee, a leader in the digital audio space, is unveiling one of its most exciting and capable entry-level pieces of kit today, the Apogee BOOM audio interface. While not exactly known as the most affordable solution out there, they are best known in professional circles for its high-end consumer recording studio models; the brand has also been delivering top-notch interfaces and USB mics for content creators over the last several years now with gear like its Duet line and MiC Plus. But things are getting really interesting today with the announcement of its most affordable dual-input BOOM interface. After having a chance to go hands-on with an early production unit over the last few weeks, we are ready to dish up an in-depth look at this powerful little recording device. 

Back in August, we first reported on what to expect from the upcoming LEGO Star Wars 2023 lineup for the first half of the year, and today can offer some added info on what to expect. Mainly arriving as part counts for many of the 13 creations that have been locked in already, we’re breaking down what to expect from the new LEGO Star Wars sets dropping at the start of next year.

EA’s Sims 4 is one of the best life simulation games and is still the latest release in the series. While Sims 4 is starting to age a bit, EA is finally making it free-to-play – the base game, at least. Honestly, though, the base game is the best way for you to see if Sims 4 is something that you’re interested in playing. I’ve been enjoying the series for many, many years now, going all the way back to Sims 2, 3, and eventually 4. What all comes with this free-to-play release? Keep reading to find out.

ElevationLab – maker of Apple gear accessories, MagSafe chargers, headphone hangers, and much more – is now introducing the latest member of its Apple item tracker case lineup, the TagVault AirTag Strap. Delivering a solid steel, waterproof finish, it is designed to provide a particularly secure home for your Apple locators with a patent pending design that is said to tightly affix the unit to things like your backpack straps and other the carrying equipment. The brand’s already available models are and were among some of the most popular options in our best AirTag cases feature and now it’s time to take a look at its latest. Head below for more details. 

After seeing the main Case-Mate collection go live, it’s now time for the Pelican protective iPhone 14 cases. This brand’s Apple gear accessories have been quite popular around here, including its iPhone protective pouches as well as the AirTags cases, and we are now seeing its range of covers live for the latest Apple handsets. Best of all, these cases are seeing some solid early price drops over at Amazon so you can protect your new iPhone 14 at a discount. Head below for the details. 

Today, GoPro is officially launching its latest flagship action camera. The new GoPro HERO11 arrives to iterate on last year’s model with plenty of updated features packed into a familiar design. So while this may look like the GoPros of old, all of the new shooting capabilities and modes deliver an experience that is anything but with the GoPro HERO 11.

Sony came out of nowhere to announce today’s September State of Play showcase with a fresh look at ten new PlayStation games. Sony is standing in the shadows of this morning’s particularly eventful Nintendo Direct showcase that was filled with GoldenEye 007 action, the new Zelda game’s release date, and then some, but we won’t have to wait long now to see what it has up its sleeve. Head below to follow along with today’s State of Play livestream and all of the upcoming new PlayStation games on display.

Ahead of iPhone 14 shipping this Friday, mophie is now launching an array of new charging stations geared toward not only Apple’s latest but also your entire everyday carry. Headlined by a new MagSafe Power Bank that can dish out 15W speeds, there are also three other offerings hitting shelves.

After refreshing its ExpertBook lineup with Intel’s 12th Generation chips back in May, ASUS is now adding a new entry, the ExpertBook B3 Detachable 2-in-1 Laptop. There are a handful of firsts with this laptop, according to ASUS, which include the B3 Detachable being the first Windows laptop operating on ARM with a garaged stylus and the first ExpertBook laptop with a dual-orientation stand. Weighing just 1.3 pounds, this two-in-one laptop can operate for up to 21 hours on a single charge. Keep reading below the fold to learn more.

Kate Spade makes some pretty iPhone 14 cases, and its latest designs are now live for all of Apple’s new handsets. After seeing the latest from sister brand Coach, the Kate Spade New York lineup has arrived with some carry-over designs from last year’s options as well as some fresh new looks for iPhone 14. You’ll find some highlights as well as pricing on Kate Spade’s pretty new iPhone 14 cases below – these cases deliver a mixture of fashion-forward approaches, fun florals, and glittery designs.

Today, Amazon is introducing two new Kindle models dubbed the All-New Kindle and Kindle Kids. Now featuring 300 ppi high-resolution displays and USB-C, these e-readers also pack twice the storage as before with prices starting at $100. Launching October 12, you can pre-order Amazon’s latest Kindle models to arrive before winter road trips. Does the latest All-New Kindle or Kindle Kids sound like it could be worth bringing on your next road trip? Keep reading to learn more.

Anyone who grew up or was playing games in the Nintendo 64 era will at least know about GoldenEye 007, but more likely will have spent a countless number of hours taking out rough polygonal bad guys (and friends via split screen multiplayer) in the iconic first person shooter. Gamers still hunt for secrets and speed run the absolute classic to this day, which makes this morning’s announcement of it landing on Nintendo’s Online service even more exciting. Not to mention that Rare, the original game’s developer, announced its inclusion on Microsoft’s Game Pass subscription service. Head below for more details. 

After seeing the brand’s new case collection land in our roundup of the best iPhone 14 cases, Caseology has now issued its latest iPhone 14 MagSafe wallet. The new Nano Pop is available in a range of two-tone colorways to match your case and/or iPhone model of choice (also compatible with iPhone 12 and 13 series devices) with a “snuggly fit” and protection-focused design that carries your most important cards directly on the back of your new handset. Now available directly on the Caseology site, you can land one for even less via its official Amazon storefront. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new Nano Pop. 

The next Nintendo Direct showcase is scheduled to kick off right now with fresh looks at the best new Switch games. While we have seen some smaller and dedicated events for Splatoon 3, not to mention the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet announcement, today’s presentation marks the second major Direct event of the year after February’s broadcast delivered exciting new details on Mario Strikers Battle League, Kirby and the Forgotten Lands, Nintendo Switch Sports, the Mario Kart 8 remastered courses, and more. Nintendo rarely disappoints with these full-on Direct showcases, so be sure to head below and follow along with all of the best new Switch games, gameplay footage, and announcements. 

HORI has long been solving one of the more annoying aspects of handheld Nintendo Switch gameplay with its ergonomic Split Pad controllers. Now the company is launching a second-generation version of the add-ons in the form of the Split Pad Compact, which fittingly for the name takes on a more streamlined build.

Today, Lutron is expanding its Caséta lineup of connected light switches with the Diva smart dimmer, which brings a classic style into the 21st century. The existing non-smart Diva paddle switch has been around for years, bringing a distinctive design aesthetic to any space. Now, Lutron’s Caséta lineup is expanding to offer the same switch in a smart variant, which “wires virtually the same” as the current non-smart model. What all comes with this new smart switch? Let’s take a closer look.

Update: The new Spigen Ultra Hybrid Crystal Clear Case for the AirPods Pro 2nd Generation has now surfaced. It is selling for $18.99 with free shipping for Prime members via the official Amazon storefront, down from the $25 it fetches directly from Spigen. The carabiner-style loop clip is included and you’ll find a cutout for Apple’s new lanyard connector as well. And in case you missed it, Apple’s brand new AirPods Pro 2 are seeing the first price drop via Amazon at $240 shipped.

We are now going to take a look at the brand new Spigen AirPods Pro 2 case, its next-generation Rugged Armor. After seeing the brand’s new covers for Apple’s latest handsets go live and subsequently land in our best iPhone 14 cases roundup, its latest accessory for the pro-grade earbuds has now arrived. An updated take of the previous version, it features an almost carbon-fiber-like design wrapped in the brand’s protective shell alongside fingerprint-resistance and more. Now live on the Spigen site at $25, the official Amazon storefront is offering it at $18.99 Prime shipped. Head below for more details. 

While in some circles best known for its creative ice cream cases for AirTags and AirPods (among many other designs), the new elago iPhone 14 cases are now live. Ranging from MagSafe-ready and more protective options to completely clear models, much of the line delivers the brand’s soft silicone treatment and at quite an affordable price tag. Featured in our roundup of the best iPhone 14 cases now available for purchase, you can head below for a deeper dive into each model alongside some of the early price drops now live on Amazon ahead of this week’s iPhone 14 deliveries from Apple. 

Today, Roku is expanding its lineup of streaming media players and companion accessories with the debut of a new affordable home theater upgrade and add-on to existing surround sound setups. The new Roku Express has been refreshed with some more modern features and the same affordable price tag, which joins the entirely new Roku Wireless Bass to bring some added low-ends to your home theater setup.

The annual Ubisoft Forward presentation is ready to kick off with updates on the publisher’s upcoming slate of games. Set for 3 p.m. ET this afternoon with a short pre-show starting now (2:35 p.m. ET), we are expecting to get a deep dive on the future of the Assassin’s Creed franchise and the recently unveiled Assassin’s Creed Mirage, alongside updates on Skull and Bones and its latest Mario + Rabbids cross-over project with Nintendo. Head below to watch the Ubisoft Forward presentation and for more details. 

While NVIDIA and AMD have been the dominant players in the graphics department, Intel is preparing to make its mark with the launch of its Arc A-Series graphics cards. We’re still awaiting the launch, but Intel is now sharing specifications for the A-Series cards after sprinkling out details over the previous months. There are three main performance tiers of cards: Arc 3, which is aimed at “enhanced gaming;” Arc 5, aimed at “advanced gaming;” and Arc 7, aimed at “high performance gaming.” You could think of this as the i3, i5, and i7 marketing Intel uses for its consumer CPU lineups. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about these upcoming cards.

It’s Splatoon 3 launch day, and the latest themed accessory from Nintendo has finally arrived. Now available from several retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop, the new Splatoon Switch Pro Controller has finally hit the scene for Squid Kids and Octolings alike to enjoy dominating the turf wars in the new title.

Incase is launching its new AirPods Pro 2 lanyard attachment today on its official site and the Apple Store. After Apple introduced its second-generation pro-grade earbuds during this week’s Far Out event, alongside the new iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Ultra, it was only a matter of time before new AirPods Pro accessories started flooding in. After seeing the new leather Pad & Quill case hit this morning (with a nice launch discount), it’s now time for the just-released Incase AirPods Pro 2 lanyard. Head below for a closer look. 

This week, FUJIFILM is announcing its X-H2 high-resolution mirrorless camera, featuring the “world’s first 40MP APS-C sensor,” which also has the ability to record 8K30, 4K60, and 1080p240 video. Yep, you read all that right. This is a pretty impressive APS-C mirrorless camera, all things considered. And, given its premium features, it’s priced pretty competitively.

The Caudabe iPhone 14 cases are now available for purchase on the official site. Caudabe, for some anyway, is somewhat of a sleeper brand not all folks know about while still maintaining what appears to be quite a cult following here at 9to5Toys. The brand now has its redesigned Synthesis, Lucid Clear, Viel, and Sheath models, most of which have MagSafe support, up for sale in various colorways for all of the new Apple handset models. Head below for a closer look. 

The new Speck iPhone 14 cases are now live. After seeing a broad range of new covers for Apple’s latest handset, including those from Spigen, Nomad, Moment, and many others, another mainstay in our best iPhone 14 cases roundup has arrived. The brand has been dishing up popular solutions for iPhone users for many years now and its latest collection of iPhone sheaths are now available for purchase starting from $25 via the official site. Head below for a rundown of everything on offer. 

Following the NFL BLITZ arcade machine pre-orders going live a few weeks ago, Arcade1Up is now bringing its brand new Marvel vs. Capcom 2 arcade machine to pre-order ahead of its October release. This renowned fighting game is making its first-ever debut in the home arcade machine format here, alongside seven other game titles for you and your friends to enjoy. As per usual, this arcade cabinet will come with exclusive side panel artwork, a light-up marquee, and a custom riser if you need it to stand on its own. Keep reading below to learn more about this machine.

After just seeing Anker release a new slim MagSafe power bank last month ahead of the iPhone 14 launch, the brand is now back today in order to showcase an even more unique addition to Apple’s latest handset. Delivering much of the same magnetic charging tech, this new version stacks up with some extra novelty in tow. Thanks to a built-in PopSocket, Anker’s new MagGo Power Bank arrives with a little extra versatility.

After seeing the new Nomad, Moment, and SANDMARC leather cases (among many others), it’s now time for the Pad & Quill folio and iPhone 14 wallet cases. As of right now, the brand is only dishing up models for iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max models (although it claims the Pro model fits the standard issue 14 just fine) with what we can only assume is more on the way in the coming week or so, but it is also offering some solid pre-order deals here. We are looking at the Pocket Book, Traveler LeatherSafe Wallet, and LeatherSafe Wallet models for Apple’s latest pro-grade Dynamic Island handsets, many of which are now 28% off the list prices. Head below for a closer look and the promo code.

Today, CORSAIR is introducing an all-new ultra-thin wireless mechanical keyboard dubbed the K100 AIR. This new high-performance keyboard is CORSAIR’s thinnest ever. It’s designed to deliver “versatile connectivity options” and meet the needs of both gamers and productivity consumers alike. At just 11mm thin at the slimmest point, the K100 AIR form CORSAIR delivers a minimal aesthetic perfect for modern setups. Sound interesting? Well, it launches in under a month on October 4. Keep reading for more.

Update: SANDMARC has now unveiled its very first color iPhone cases. Typically only ever offering black and brown models of its leather covers, it has just introduced navy blue and teal editions of its gorgeous leather iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max case withe same metal buttons and gunmetal aluminum machined threading around the camera array. Use code 9TO5TOYS at checkout to score 10% off both of them.

The SANDMARC leather iPhone 14 Pro cases have arrived. The brand’s iPhone 13 models were among my personal favorites in the leather category last year with a gorgeous design, unique metal camera housing, and an overall high-quality build. After going hands-on with the 2021 model, alongside its metal pro edition iPhone Tripod, it has become clear the brand is focused on creating premium accessories for your Apple kit with n affinity for robust materials and iPhoneography – it also creates a range of lens attachments like the new Cloud Filters filters we featured recently, and we are expecting much of the same with its new leather iPhone 14 Pro cases. Head below for a closer look and an exclusive 10% price drop on pre-orders. 

PopSockets, a brand best known for well, PopSockets – those little circular grips that attach to the back of your smartphone – is introducing its new PlantCore iPhone 14 PopCase today. Since it’s phone grips became popular years back, it has since created an entire ecosystem of handset-based accessories before jumping into the environmentally-conscious space in the last year or so. For the 2022 iPhone 14, it is continuing its efforts with redesigned sustainable construction on its next-generation PlantCore iPhone 14 cases. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

The past day has seen a collection of new iPhone 14 covers hit the scene, and now one of our favorite case makers across 9to5 is ready to showcase what’s in store for Apple’s latest. OtterBox delivers a wide range of more rugged covers, many of which have been refreshed for the new iPhone 14 series devices with MagSafe in tow.

The Bellroy iPhone 14 case lineup is next up. Alongside delivering all of the “quality and features we’ve come to known and love,” Bellroy is introducing a new bio-based material to the range, and updated mod system with detachable wallet units alongside mix and match colorways, and other enhancements. We have become big fans of the brand’s range of Apple gear accessories, EDC-ready bags, and carriers over the last couple years, and now it’s time for the 2022 Bellroy iPhone 14 case lineup. Head below for more details. 

Insta360’s latest camera, the X3, is its upgraded take on the candy bar-shaped 360 camera. A different design than the wearable Go 2 or modular One RS, the X3 features a large touch screen, a new one-half-inch sensor, new shooting modes, and a price tag of $450. Altogether, it’s an easy-to-use and ready-for-anything 360 camera that makes 360 videos a breeze to create with powerful AI app editing and stabilization. Be sure to hit the video to see it in action. 

Leaving the comfort of its well-known status in the residential energy market, Growatt is now branching out into the consumer side of things with the debut of its new portable power station. Launching today as the Growatt Infinity 1500, the new release packs an impressive 1,512Wh capacity alongside versatile assortment of ports in a portable package ready to juice up the campsite and more this fall.

Following new collections from Incipio, MUJJO, and the unique laser carved wood variants from Alto, it’s now time for the Coach iPhone 14 cases. As you would expect from the brand and continuing the trends from year’s past, Coach is putting its fashion-forward design sensibilities front and center for Apple’s latest smartphones with its signature prints, canvas treatments, and ombre designs. The new MagSafe-friendly models, wallet folio, and protective shell case have now surfaced, and you can get a closer look with more details on the Coach iPhone 14 cases below. 

The Incipio iPhone 14 case collection has arrived. One of the more popular options in the price range with 9to5Toys users last year, the collection features a range of models returning from 2021’s offerings with new form-factors to fit all of Apple’s latest handsets as well as some fresh new designs to add some interest to the lineup. Incipio is once again focused on environmentally-friendly manufacturing as all of its cases for “iPhone 14 series are made with sustainable materials and antimicrobial protection that eliminates and prevents 99.9% of surface bacteria (excluding Organicore).” Hit the jump for a closer look at the brand’s latest.