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Today, Call of Duty Warzone is getting its latest update with Season Four, Mercenaries of Fortune. The update delivers all-new challenges, a new map, and even a limited-time game mode. As the original Warzone’s content draws to a close in a few months, let’s dive in and take a look at all that Season Four has to offer for Call of Duty’s free-to-play title.

High-performance gaming keyboards are essential for any competitive game environment, and SteelSeries is aiming to lead the pack with its latest addition to the Apex keyboard lineup. The Apex Pro Mini mechanical keyboard uses OmniPoint 2.0 switches that allow ultimate customization with fully adjustable actuation points. It can be purchased in either a wired or wireless model.

After launching its Stampcard virtual scavenger hunt promo last week, Amazon is returning today with yet another early Prime Day 2022 offer. Among the cash discounts that have gone live ahead of the massive summer shopping event, today Prime members now have a chance to score a free $20 gift card to spend during the 48-hour sale – just for using Amazon Photos.

June has been jam-packed with announcements for Microsoft from their huge Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase, but the company isn’t done with new releases yet. Today, we got confirmation of more games coming to Game Pass today and as we start July in a few weeks. Ranging from FIFA 22 to Far Cry 5, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, and more, there’s a lot to unpack here. Oh, and those who haven’t tried Game Pass before can once again get three months of the service for just $1.

Exploding Kittens has been one of the best party card games out there for a while and is among the most popular on Amazon. A “Russian Roulette” card game for adults, teens, and kids, it’s sort of like UNO but with “goats, magical enchiladas, and kittens” that make you explode. And once they do, you’re out of the game forcing you to wait for the next round, until now. Today, the creator of the game is announcing the next addition to its lineup of hit party card games with Zombie Kittens. Head below for a closer look. 

Today, V-MODA is unleashing its new headphones known as the S-80. The brand has become well known for its unique, sharp angular design approach and use of premium materials, but this time around V-MODA is issuing new headphones they say also double as a “personal speaker system.” The S-80 are not only the brand’s “first all-wireless headphones,” but they also feature a sort of flipping design that allows them to be used as a personal around the neck speaker setup. Head below for a closer look. 

Today, RiotPWR is launching the latest addition to its controller lineup in collaboration with Microsoft. Designed for Xbox Cloud Gaming, the new RiotPWR iPhone Controller sports Lightning passthrough charging to complement a refreshed color scheme and more.

Twelve South today is launching the latest addition to its charging stable. Refreshing one of its more popular lineups for Apple’s latest iPhone 13, the new Twelve South HiRise 3 takes on multi-device charging with MagSafe at the center of the experience.

Satechi recently launched its latest Mac accessory, aiming to fix the most inconvenient feature of Apple’s latest M1 iMac. Packed into an aluminum design that rests on the stand of the desktop machine, the new Satechi iMac Slim Dock brings ports to the front alongside an M.2 NVMe enclosure and more. But is it worth the premium price tag? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review takes a closer look at what to expect.

Announced earlier this month, LG’s latest 2022 gram laptop lineup is finally available to purchase. Continuing with the same design trend that we’ve come to know with the LG gram line, these laptops deliver premium builds, a wide range of sizes, and the latest hardware all around. There are six various models to choose from with sizes ranging from 14- to 17-inches, ensuring everyone has an option to pick. Keep reading to find out if this is the laptop for your summer travels.

The LEGO Group has taken to the stage in Denmark today with its LEGO CON 2022 event. While you’ll find coverage of everything else revealed during the showcase in our live-blog coverage, today is seeing the debut of one of the year’s most eagerly-awaited sets. Arriving this summer as set number 75337, the new LEGO Star Wars AT-TE 75337 has been officially revealed with a Phase II Commander Cody and more.

LEGO CON 2022 is finally here! After being announced earlier in the spring. The LEGO Group is now returning to the virtual stage in Denmark for its second-ever showcase. With high expectations of new kits from Star Wars, Marvel, and other themes, as well as first-ever additions to the lineup from Avatar, we’ll be covering everything announced at LEGO CON 2022 as it happens.

FUJIFILM is expanding its mobile film printer collection with the new INSTAX MINI LINK 2 Smartphone Printer that allows its users to get creative with decorative frames, filters, sketches, and stickers with the INSTAX MINI LINK 2 app. This printer will come in three different colors and is launching alongside a new INSTAX MINI Spray Art instant film that features a colorful rainbow spray design. Both are expected to become available on June 22.

SANDMARC – maker of iPhoneography gear, cases, and more – is out with its new iPhone tripod. The SANDMARC Tripod Pro Edition is described as a full-sized tripod made from what the brand refers to as high-grade aluminum and a versatile ball-head to take your “iPhone content to new heights.” We were big fans of the brand’s gorgeous leather iPhone 13 case after getting a chance to go hands-on with it and its all metal camera housing, but now it’s time to take a closer look at its latest Apple handset accessory. Head below for more details and an exclusive pre-order discount. 

Today, Anker is out with the latest addition to its lineup of USB-C hubs – this time specifically targeting a single model in Apple’s stable. Designed for the latest 24-inch M1 iMac, the new Anker 5-in-1 USB-C Hub with a metal build brings a series of ports you’ll use every day to the front of your machine. Now available with a launch discount attached, all of the details are down below.

The latest Final Fantasy VII news is on the way. On the heels of the big Xbox and Bethesda showcase as well as the lengthy Summer Game Fest main event, Square Enix has scheduled a special Final Fantasy presentation for this evening. While it’s rumored that Sony will potentially have another event at the end of the month, tonight’s Square Enix showcase essentially caps off the summer reveal season. It appears as though it will be a “short and sweet” broadcast centered around the Final Fantasy VII 25th anniversary, but that could mean a number of things, including part 2 of Final Fantasy VII remake. Head below to follow along with tonight’s Square Enix show. 

While neither products are brand new, EPOS is now offering the H6Pro audio bundle that combines an H6Pro premium headset and GSX 300 external soundcard. Coming in at $199, this combo kit saves $59 over purchasing both of them separately. This bundle is available for both the open-back and closed-back versions of the H6Pro headset. We are partnering with EPOS to give away two of these bundles available in either open-back or closed-back variants in the black colorway. Be sure to watch the video for all of the details on the bundle and check out the giveaway details below. 

Implementing smart home functionality into certain aspects of your house can require more modification than you’d want or could do. SwitchBot knows this and is expanding its lineup of smart home products with the SwitchBot Lock that will work with your existing door deadbolt to lock and unlock your home.

If you game on PC, then you’ve likely used the Xbox App at some point. Well, today, the Xbox App on Windows was upgraded with several new features. The headlining feature, which will be pretty important to most Game Pass users (we think), is that it now has a “Game Performance Fit Indicator.” Keep reading to find out more on the new Xbox App for PC updates, including how you can better organize your library.

Ahead of Prime Day 2022 (full announcement), Amazon has announced a new way for shoppers to score some extra savings for the event. Deemed Amazon Stampcard, the game-like promotion is now live to reward Amazon shoppers with an extra $10 credit.

Since Amazon noted earlier in the year that shoppers could expect to see the annual Prime Day festivities going live in July, we’ve been waiting on the official announcement. Today, the retailer is revealing not only when the yearly summer shopping event will go live, but also what to expect from the event. Slated to officially arrive on Tuesday, July 12, the Amazon Prime Day 2022 festivities will deliver 48 hours of deals spanning every category to mark the seventh consecutive year of massive member-only sales.

A PlayStation 5 pro controller might be in the works. What could be the PlayStation 5 DualSense Pro controller is apparently on the verge of being officially revealed, according to an industry insider with more than one source close to the matter. Sony never really attempted its own pro-grade, first-party gamepad for its previous-generation console the way Microsoft did with its Elite Series 2, but if these rumors ring true, we might very well be seeing a new PlayStation 5 pro controller before the month is out. Head below for more details on the alleged DualSense Pro, an upcoming showcase event, and details on the God of War Ragnarok release date. 

The internet is abuzz with details about Starfield and Fallout 5 it seems. One of the topics I expect to see a lot of buzz surrounding for the next several months – the other … not so much. Either way, Todd Howard sat down in an interview and gave us a lot of details about the upcoming new IP for Bethesda with information about Starfield‘s main quest and also hinted at a possible timeline for Fallout 5 – but you might not like it.

Update: LEGO’s new Ideas Jazz Quartet is now available for purchase for VIPs at $99.99.

Today, the LEGO Group is officially revealing the latest addition to its Ideas collection. Arriving next month with over 1,600 pieces, the new LEGO Ideas Jazz Quartet assembles a rip-roaring band with four different members.

Update: LEGO’s new 90th anniversary Forest Hideout now available in orders over $150 on LEGO.com. Shop all of the new creations right here and pre-orders like the new Star Wars sets are eligible, too.

At the end of last month, 9to5Toys was able to report on what the LEGO Group has in store for the company’s 90th anniversary. Of the upcoming celebratory sets that pay homage to classic creations, one of those will be available for free as a gift with purchase, and today we’re getting an official look. Landing later on in the month, the new LEGO Forest Hideout stacks up to over 250 pieces and will be free on select orders.

Earlier this year, 9to5Toys first reported on what to expect from the upcoming LEGO Avatar lineup, and now today we can share a first look at the set. Showcased via an early Walmart listing, the new Toruk Makto and the Tree of Souls (75574) stacks up to over 1,200 pieces and joins the rest of the LEGO Avatar lineup on stores in October.

Accessibility in gaming has always been an important step in increasing inclusivity for this great community, and now 8BitDo is taking steps to further this. With its new Lite SE Bluetooth Controller, the user will have access to all the buttons in one place with a nonslip mat on the bottom to hold it in place while gaming, which will greatly improve gaming ability for those with limited mobility. Pre-orders are open now and will be shipping in July.

The LEGO Speed Champions lineup received a new collection of sets back in March, but since then, there hasn’t been all too much news on the brick-built supercar front. Today, we’re getting a first look at two sets that will be giving the theme some love later this fall. Channeling two iconic cars from classic and more modern pop culture, the LEGO Speed Champions garage will expand with new Aston Martin DB5 and Dom’s Charger from Fast and the Furious.

Today, Philips launched a crowdfunding campaign for its Screeneo U4, an ultra-short-throw projector that’s capable of delivering an 80-inch True Full HD picture while just being 12-inches away from the wall. This product is exclusively available on Indiegogo right now and has a starting price of $625. What features do you get with the Philips Screeneo U4? Let’s take a closer look.

Today, Moog is introducing a new budget-friendly analog semi-modular synth known as Mavis. Moog – named after the legendary synth designer Robert Moog who is largely responsible for essentially creating the analog synthesizer as we know it – still makes some of the best analog sound makers on the planet, and has now unleashed one of its more affordable points of entry to the semi-modular world. The new Mavis delivers a standalone synthesis and sound design experience that can also be integrated into larger interconnected Moog or Eurorack systems making for a notable option for modular beginners and experienced synthesists alike. Head below for a closer look at the new Moog Mavis semi-modular synthesizer. 

Combining Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless, the new HyperX Cloud MIX Buds true wireless earbuds offer a different take on the gaming audio experience. Coming in at $150, are these the way to go for your next gaming audio purchase? Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details. 

Father’s Day is this Sunday, and if you haven’t found a gift yet, this guide will help you find a perfect option. We’ve got an array of ideas for the golfer as well as accessories to steal the show of every outfit. Be sure to head below and add these pieces to your cart so that you can give your Dad a spectacular gift this year.

The LEGO Group will be holding its second-ever virtual summer showcase this weekend to give builders a first look at upcoming creations. LEGO CON 2022 will be back this Saturday after an underwhelming event last year. Will livestream actually be worth tuning into this year? Head below for all of our expectations on LEGO CON 2022 and what’s been announced so far.

If you’re not deep in the gaming PC world, but still want to game on PC, then it might not be the most straightforward choice which desktop to choose. Do you pick the lower-cost $1,000 system? Or go all-out and spend $4,000? Maybe somewhere between? Well, Newegg has put many of the gaming desktops it sells to the test in several of the most played games to help you make the right choice. The Newegg Gaming PC Finder tool is simple to use, offers information that’s easy to read, and is completely free. Keep reading to learn more.

TP-Link is a well-known manufacturer in the networking and smart home space with its Kasa brand and is now expanding its lineup with the Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini EP25. This new plug adds energy monitoring capability alongside Apple HomeKit support for an additional way to integrate the plug into your smart home.

In place of E3 this year, Microsoft today is holding its massive Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. With 90 minutes of content on new and upcoming games, head below for all of the details on the latest titles coming to Xbox Series X/S, PC, Game Pass, and more including trailers, release dates, and so much other info.

IKEA is teaming up with electronic music artists Swedish House Mafia to create exploring music and creativity at home easier for those who “produce, perform, play or just love music.” The OBEGRÄNSAD collection is set to launch this Fall with three more products announced: a desk for music production, an armchair, and a record player.

Announced as part of yesterday’s Summer Game Fest, we got news of a new multiplayer The Last Of Us game as well as a PS5 remake for the iconic original title. However, something that we didn’t find out until later was that there’s also a PC counterpart coming for The Last Of Us remake, dubbed The Last Of Us Part I. This is just the latest in the series of Sony’s PlayStation-exclusive titles to make their way to PC. While we don’t know the exact date the game will launch for PC, head below for more information on the upcoming release.

While we await the rumored Game Boy library, Nintendo added some new titles to the Switch Online game list. This time around it is the base-tier Super Nintendo library that is seeing some new games in the form of three special edition versions of some classic SNES Kirby titles. The latest in the Kirby series, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, hit the Switch library back in March to positive critical reviews just before Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards landed on the N64 Switch Online game list, but subscribers of Nintendo’s online service can now enjoy SP versions of Kirby Super Star, Kirby’s Dream Land 3, and Kirby’s Dream Course. More details below. 

Marshall fans rejoice, the company is refreshing its home speaker lineup to bring a wider soundstage than its predecessors. These speakers include the Acton, Stanmore, and Woburn, and they have been future-proofed so you can enjoy them for years to come.

While E3 2022 may have officially been canceled, Geoff Keighley of The Game Awards fame is helping the cause with this year’s edition of Summer Game Fest. While Microsoft and Bethesda have a big summer showcase set for this weekend, the big midyear game reveals and announcements are kicking off right now with the Summer Game Fest livestream. Alongside an appearance from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, we are expecting to see more on the upcoming Call of Duty title as well as the latest coming out of Gotham City, Capcom titles, and more. Head below to follow along with today’s Summer Game Fest stream. 

Today, Dell is introducing an all-new updated XPS 13, and the company is also revealing the upcoming XPS 13 2-in-1 2022 models. This announcement comes on the heels of the XPS 13 Plus from April with its all-new design. Today’s launch, however, focused on the baseline XPS 13 as well as the upcoming 2-in-1 design. Focused on “versatility and multi-tasking with ease”, these new laptops could become the central point of your daily workflow.

With Sony’s refreshed PlayStation Plus service quickly approaching, Microsoft is now set to expand the reach of its game streaming service with Xbox Game Pass on Samsung displays. Microsoft has been saying that its Game Pass service would land on smart TVs for a while now, but the Ultimate tier will be directly available on what appears to be just about all of the 2022 lineup of Samsung models later this month, according to today’s press release. Full details below. 

It’s time explore the wild new DOODLESTATION synthesizer concept from artist Love Hultén. The creator of jaw dropping tech gadgets and wacky conceptual (although quite functional) workstations turned works of art, Hultén is a favorite around here for retro-inspired musical gear and gaming crossover consoles, among other things. Today the eye-catching new DOODLESTATION synthesizer console has been unveiled and we are ready to take a closer look at this gorgeous Frankenstein of a music making desk. Head below for all of the details. 

At the start of the month, we got a sneak peak at a pair of the new LEGO Advent Calendars, and today a first look at the Star Wars version has arrived. Arriving alongside the other holiday countdowns on September 1, the latest Star Wars Advent Calendar for 2022 is packed with plenty of festive LEGO builds including sweater-clad R2 and C-3PO minifigures, a Santa Gonk Droid, and even a unique new Darth Vader.