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Just after confirmation that a new Death Star Trash Compactor set would be arriving, we’re now getting a first look at another one of the new 18+ LEGO Star Wars sets. Arriving as the first of these dioramas inspired by the Original Trilogy, today we can exclusively share the new LEGO Dagobah Jedi Training set alongside the upcoming Death Star Trench Run.

Supreme’s spring collection has slowly been dropping to buyers this month, and now the latest reveals are joining the lineup thanks to one of its more popular collaborations. This time around, the North Face is returning with a whole new selection of cold weather gear alongside other fresh Supreme accessories in partnership with the likes of Airstream, NERF, and other iconic brands.

LG’s latest lineup of 2022 OLED TVs is finally about to become available. There’s a wide range of TVs being offered by LG in its latest lineup, which includes everything from a 42-inch C2 OLED evo for $1,399 that’s set to be available later in May, up to the massively expensive 88-inch 8K OLED for $24,999. These TVs feature AirPlay 2 and HomeKit for the Apple ecosystem, as well as Assistant and Alexa integration for those who prefer Google or Amazon. What else do they offer? Let’s take a closer look.

CD Projekt Red took to its official Twitter page today to announce the new Witcher game. The original trilogy of games that started on PC years ago culminated in one of the best fantasy RPGs in history with the Witcher 3 Wild Hunt. Now, after a lengthy hiatus and what could only be described as a very rough launch with its follow-up project, Cyberpunk 2077, it is diving back into the world of The Witcher. More details below. 

simplehuman – maker of some of the best trash cans and most gorgeous bathroom fixtures out there – is now introducing its all-new matte black lineup. Well known for the metallic finishes on its smart soap pumps, hands-free trash cans, and more, the brand is unveiling the “long-awaited upgrade to [its] popular black stainless steel” products today with sleek updated versions of its rectangular step cans, round step cans, and the liquid sensor pump. Head below for a closer look and pricing details. 

Since our last report back in February, a lot has changed on what we can expect from the LEGO Star Wars summer 2022 lineup. New information has arrived on previously-unconfirmed sets, as well as intel that shifts around some of the kits in the lineup we were aware of. Ranging from the first LEGO Kenobi kits to builds from Andor and more, all of the latest details are down below.

Bluetooth speakers are a great portable way to bring music to your adventures, outdoor get-togethers, or dance parties. Today we got our hands on the massive new Monster Blaster 3.0. Dubbed “A boombox for the next generation” by Monster, it looks formidable and packs 120W of power, but does the sound live up to the large design and the $350 price tag? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

In something of a more interesting reveal for a new LEGO Star Wars sets, we’re now getting word from Walmart that the latest diorama kit will be revealed next week. Making a debut at the retailer’s Collector Con showcase, set number 75329 will arrive as the first of the new LEGO Star Wars quote sets depicting the iconic Death Star Trash Compactor.

Update 12/7: Nintendo has now unleashed Wave 3 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass bringing the current the total to 24 new tracks. You can “access the courses at no additional cost with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership.” Find out more details below and right here. 

Update 8/4: The Wave 2 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass is now live including Kalimari Desert, Waluigi Pinball, Mushroom Gorge, and more. More details here.

Update 7/28: Nintendo has now taken to its official Twitter page to announced the Wave 2 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass will arrive on August 4, 2022. “Available to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members at no additional cost, or on its own as paid DLC.” More details and video below.

Update 3/18: Wave 1 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass is now live starting today! All of the details you need on how to access them can be found below and on this Nintendo landing page. 

Nintendo made some major announcements during yesterday’s Direct showcase, not the least of which were the 48 new Mario Kart courses coming to the latest iteration of its beloved kart racer. New FREE Metroid DLC, Earthbound coming to Switch Online, the new Mario Strikers Battle League, and the upcoming Switch Sports were all exciting to say the least, but Nintendo also announced a sizable new injection of content with the new Mario Kart courses that will run right through until the end of 2023. So it’s time to dive into the details, what this might mean for the rumored Mario Kart 9, and how to get the new Mario Kart courses to upgrade your existing Switch kart racing experience. Head below for a closer look.

The latest Apple handset was unveiled at its recent Peak Performance presentation and is set to launch today, so it’s time to look at the best iPhone SE 3 cases. Available in midnight, starlight, and PRODUCT Red with support for 5G connectivity and carrying the new A15 Bionic chip, the iPhone SE 2022 model is now out in the wild with pre-orders starting to ship out any minute now (and likely already have). If you’re looking to outfit your new SE 3 with a fancy new case, we have starting gathering our favorite options below, some of which have new colorways and designs available on the previous-generation SE case silhouettes. While you can just use the cover you had for the 2020 model in most cases, if you’re looking for a refresh you’ll find all of the best iPhone SE 3 cases down below. 

Update: While Amazon’s listing is temporarily out of stock, Best Buy is offering $10 gift cards with pre-orders on Hogwarts Legacy across all platforms. 

It’s finally time to get our first look at Harry Potter gameplay from the upcoming Avalanche Software RPG. Sony announced earlier this week it would be dedicating an entire State of Play showcase event – not something we see very often – to the game for its first gameplay blowout, and it has finally arrived. The teaser trailer we got about a year ago got nearly 30 million views, so let’s hope the folks at Sony come through with an exciting demo this afternoon. Head below to follow along with today’s Harry Potter gameplay showcase for the upcoming Hogwarts Legacy.

The Sniper Elite series has long been my favorite whenever I’m in the sniping mood – the realistic shot patterns, the X-ray vision when a bullet lands, and the fact that you have to sneak around make it through a mission. Well, Sniper Elite 5 is finally almost here, and we now have a solid launch date for the game: May 26. It’s available to pre-order now for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, but we also got a new trailer that “gives all our well-trained recruits a glimpse of the action-packed storyline and main characters” that Sniper Elite 5 brings to the table.

Well it might not be the original Sonic or Sonic the Hedgehog 3 & Knuckles, but Nintendo has just brought some new Genesis games to its Switch Online Expansion Pack. Last night Nintendo announced the three latest titles for the subscribers of its top-tier online suite, and while they certainly aren’t prime time games, there’s some great new stuff here. Nintendo continues to bring new titles to the Expansion Pack to sweeten the value proposition with the latest coming in the form of Alien Soldier, Super Fantasy Zone, and Light Crusader. Head below for more details and the launch trailer. 

WaterField – maker of leather bags, Apple gear accessories, and more – is introducing its new Mac Studio case today. One of the more exciting announcements from the recent Peek Performance keynote, Apple unveiled the powerful new Mac Studio desktop machine. While the M1 Ultra-powered desktop might be right at home in your content creation rig, WaterField is introducing its new Mac Studio Shield case today in case you ever need to take it on-the-go to commercial studios or to meet up with collaborators. Head below for a closer look at the new handcrafted WaterField Mac Studio case. 

Today, we’re getting the first official look at the latest addition to the LEGO Group’s stable of brick-built rides. Delivering an even more iconic vehicle to the Creator series than we’ve seen in the past, the new LEGO 1,800-piece DeLorean comes to us straight from Back to the Future with all of the signature details you expect.

We got some new details on the highly-anticipated next Bethesda RPG today. Starfield is primed to be the studio’s next massive role playing experience, taking the formula pioneered by Elder Scrolls and the post-apocalyptic Fallout series to the skies and beyond. Pending any unfortunate potential delays, the sci-fi game is set for release later this year despite being almost entirely hidden away in a cryo chamber somewhere. We are yet to see any major gameplay reveals or really anything at all outside of last year’s cinematic trailer, some interesting concept art, and a teaser for what appears to be the game’s companion real-world smartwatch. Today, director Todd Howard uploaded the next episode for its “Into the Starfield” video teaser series with some new details on the next Bethesda RPG. Head below for a look and more details. 

Twelve South has a habit of improving the experience offered by Apple’s own devices with its series of popular accessories. The latest of these just launched as the new Backpack for iMac, this time updated to complement the M1 version of desktop Mac. Delivering an aluminum shelf to rest hubs and other gear on out of sight behind your machine, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys looks at just how valuable the add-on really is.

It’s not often an Early Access game on Steam has record-breaking sales in the first week, let alone launching to “very positive” reviews with thousands of pleased gamers, but that’s just what Core Keeper did. Originally launched on March 8, just eight days ago, the game amassed over 250,000 sales in under a week and is now a top seller on Steam. Could this be the adventure game I’ve been waiting for? Let’s take a closer look at whether or not Core Keeper could be your next platformer.

Expanding from PC hardware and services, today NZXT is announcing a whole line-up of peripherals. From the Function mechanical keyboard to the lightweight Lift wired mouse, NZXT is offering plenty of customization along the way. We got our hands on a MiniTKL Function keyboard along with the Lift mouse. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Just after seeing Elgato release its new Key Light Mini last month, the brand is now back to showcase yet another addition to its arsenal of workstation accessories. This time around opting to apply a fresh coat of paint to one of its most popular options, the Stream Deck MK.2, and its 15-key LCD macro features, has been refreshed with a white design.

Pad & Quill – maker of gorgeous handcrafted accessories – is introducing its new leather Apple Watch band today. The first new entry to its Apple Watch band lineup in over three years, the Pad & Quill Single Tour Leather Apple Watch Band brings the brand’s usual attention to detail alongside premium American hide and a vintage 1970’s-inspired design approach. Best of all, we have a nice promo code to drop the pre-order spend well below the asking price. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Today, AMD announced the availability of seven new processors based on the Zen 2 and Zen 3 architecture, headlined by the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with an updated 3D V-Cache Technology. Pricing starts at $99 for the Ryzen 3 4100 four-core eight-thread CPU and goes up to $449 for the eight-core 16-thread 5800X3D, hitting just about every price point in-between. What all do AMD’s latest CPUs have to offer in the wake of Intel’s 12th generation lineup? Let’s take a closer look.

The new CASETiFY Harry Potter iPhone collection is being revealed today. Inspired by the Wizarding World, CASETiFY is teaming up with Warner Bros. to deliver a collection of Harry Potter iPhone and Samsung Galaxy gear including leather Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, and Slytherin cases as well as AirPods covers, Apple Watch bands, the new beaded phone strap, and more. Head below for a closer look and details on when you can actually score some of it for yourself. 

Today, Polk Audio is debuting its latest home theater upgrade with one of the brand’s most compact builds to date. Arriving with a design ideal for smaller setups, the new Polk MagniFi Mini AX sound bar doesn’t skimp out on premium features thanks to the inclusion of AirPlay 2 support, Dolby Atmos audio, and DTS:X surround sound certification.

As we work our way through the new LEGO Star Wars sets for March, today we’re taking a hands-on look at the new Dark Trooper Attack set. Entering as the latest creations based around The Mandalorian, the new build stacks up to over 165 pieces and delivers one of the more unique builds as of late from a galaxy far, far away. But does that mean it’s worth the $30 price tag? Let’s check it out.

Today, Apple is bringing iPhone 12 series devices to its Certified Refurbished Storefront for the first time. Arriving with as much as $180 in savings attached, various colorways and storage capacities are privy to the first-party savings with notable Apple-backed warranties in tow.

After millions of views on the teaser reveal trailer, Sony and developer Avalanche are finally ready to showcase gameplay for the upcoming Harry Potter RPG, Hogwarts Legacy. We got a relatively quick look at the game during a PlayStation showcase back in September, but Sony took to its official blog today to announce an upcoming State of Play solely dedicated to Hogwarts Legacy. Head below for more details on this week’s presentation and the upcoming Harry Potter RPG. 

Originally announced last July at EA Play Live, Dead Space is a game that I’m quite excited for. It was one of the first story-based games I played many years ago and really had me hooked. While we didn’t have a launch window specified in the initial announcement, we now know that EA plans to release Dead Space sometime in early 2023. Alongside that, we got multiple in-game trailers to watch as we anticipate one of 2023’s largest releases. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at what we can expect from the upcoming release of Dead Space.

Today, the LEGO Group is launching its latest double VIP points promotion on its entire catalog of sets. As the very first chance to lock-in some extra credit this year, you’ll be able to score twice the points as usual on everything from just-released creations to those hard-to-find builds that you’ve had your eye on. Plus, you’ll even score a free limited-edition LEGO Jane Goodall kit on select orders, too. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO double points promotion and some of our top picks for getting the most out of the savings event.

Following up a string of successful Kickstarter campaigns, we’ve got our hands on the DockCase M.2 SSD enclosure that packs some impressive performance and functionality. With support for USB 3.2 Gen 2 and hardware protection for power loss, it’s a high-performing enclosure with some safety features for crucial data. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Casely is now taking is fun and wild designs to the MagSafe power bank product category. After debuting its latest iPhone 13 battery cases last month, the brand is debuting its new Power Pod – a MagSafe power bank that connects directly to the back of your iPhone 12 or 13 while also being able to charge all other Qi-compatible gear. Now available for shipping directly from Casely, you can get a closer look and more details down below. 

F-Zero for Switch Online is now available to subscribers. Nintendo announced the latest addition to its N64 Switch Online Expansion Pass earlier this week and gamers should see F-Zero available in their N64 library now. The classic futuristic racer comes by way of the pricier N64 tier some folks weren’t particularly happy about, but Nintendo has been regularly adding new titles like Legend of Zelda Majora’s Mask and Banjo-Kazooie to help sweeten the value proposition. More details below on F-Zero for Switch Online. 

Today, Razer is introducing both updates to existing lineups as well as new product categories designed to take your streaming setup to the next level. The Razer Key Light Chroma is quite interesting, taking on Elgato’s Key Light and Key Light Air but adding Razer’s well-known RGB twist to it. For the Razer Audio Mixer, Razer is wanting to offer “combined audio control,” which looks to be on the level of Elgato’s Wave:XLR, but with more options. Then, we have the Razer Seiren BT, which connects to your smartphone or computer over Bluetooth to offer a solid mic for all around use. Want to learn more about any of these products specifically? Head below to find out which is perfect for your setup.

Update: The entire collection is now available for purchase!

Today, CASETiFY is launching what will surely be one of its most popular collections of branded iPhone cases yet. Marking the first iPhone 13 covers decked out in Pokémon icons from the brand, the new CASETiFY lineup arrives later this month with a wide range of styles alongside pixelated AirPods cases, Apple Watch bands, and more.

We just recently took a hands-on look at the 1/16 scale 1942 RepliCades from New Wave Toys, but now it’s time for the brand’s new mini arcade machines. Today out of Los Angeles, New Wave is announcing the latest additions to its growing lineup of collectible and very much playable mini arcade machines with the new Space Ace x RepliCade models and a special edition Dragon’s Lair cabinet. Now up for pre-order with special early discounts, head below for more details. 

Just after yesterday’s teaser, today we’re getting an official look at all of the new LEGO Super Mario sets for 2022. Celebrating the annual March 10 holiday known as Mario Day, seven new creations have been revealed ahead of their release later this summer.

Today, Satechi is expanding its stable of Apple accessories with the latest additions to its charging kit. Delivering a new and more compact 30W GaN USB-C charger than we’ve seen from the brand previously, there’s also a pair of new companion Satechi USB-C 4 cables joining the lineup, too. Now available for purchase with launch discounts attached, all of the details are down below.

Update 3/22: The FREE co-op and endless challenge mode Returnal DLC launches today and is available now after downloading the sizable 3.0 update. More details below.

Update: The new FREE demo for Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is now live on PS4, PS5, and Xbox ahead of next week’s release. 

Sony is set to kick off the next State of Play showcase event right now with latest details on new PlayStation games. After taking to the official PlayStation Blog earlier this week, Sony is ready unleash the latest “reveals and eye-catching updates for PS5 and PS4 titles.” The show is set to clock in at around 20 minutes or so, and everything is going to kick off right now. Follow along with us on today’s State of Play showcase below for all of the latest new PlayStation games and more. 

This week, Cricut updated its EasyPress line with the introduction of the EasyPress 3. The new expanded lineup includes the two familiar sizes of the previous-generation EasyPress 2, but now expands it with Bluetooth connectivity as well as two new models that we’ve never seen before: the Hat Press and Autopress. These are bound to become a staple in DIY households with Cricut machines, so let’s take a look at the new EasyPress 3 lineup, including the Hat Press and Autopress the below.

The annual Mario Day festivities are now underway for 2022 and the LEGO Group is getting in on the action by showcasing the latest additions to its collection of Nintendo Kits. Joining the likes of Mario and Luigi, Peach is now getting the spotlight as an electronic figure alongside the upcoming LEGO Peach’s Castle.

Like many, my Destiny 2 enthusiasm has had ups and downs. I’ll usually hop in every other season or expansion and try it out for a bit before inevitably going back to spending my time in another game. I rarely even get close to max power. But with The Witch Queen, things might be different. Thanks to a refreshingly engaging campaign, a new weapon type, and new endgame content, Bungie has knocked it out of the park with its latest expansion. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Update: 8Bitdo has now introduced a new pink colorway of its latest Xbox controller. You’ll find the black and white models up for pre-order on Amazon and the pink option at $45 right here. The Amazon “Pre-order Price Guarantee” applies to all three, ensuring you get charged the lowest price between now and release no matter when you purchase it.

Today we are taking a look at the new 8Bitdo Xbox Controller. While we have seen 8Bitdo models that work nicely with Microsoft consoles, like the customizable Pro 2, this marks the first time the brand has specifically designed a gamepad with that traditional asymmetric Xbox look and feel. There are certainly more affordable wired options out there from brands like PowerA and the like, but some folks swear by the 8Bitdo gamepads and now there’s one specifically designed with Xbox diehards in mind. Now available for pre-order at Amazon, head below for a closer look at the new 8Bitdo Xbox Controller. 

Entering as the largest LEGO Star Wars set of 2022 so far, the Boba Fett’s Throne Room kit just hit store shelves at the beginning of the month. As one of the year’s more anticipated creations since first being rumored last year, we’re finally taking a hands-on look at the new over 700-piece creation to see how it stacks up.

Late last year, Voxelab, a subsidiary of FlashForge, launched the Aquila S2 as an upgrade to its popular Aquila line of 3D printers. Offering numerous upgrades over the previous generation, the S2 model now offers a direct-drive extruder with an all-metal hotend capable of reaching 300C, which is the headlining feature of the printer. So, without further ado, here’s our hands-on review of the Voxelab Aquila S2 3D printer, and our decision on whether this is the perfect place for a beginner to start, or if you should look elsewhere to begin a 3D printing journey.

Ahead of the highly-anticipated LEGO Star Wars summer wave, today we’re getting a first look into what to expect from the upcoming Republic Fighter Tank. Arriving as set number 75342, the new LEGO build will include four total minifigures with the 187 legion Clone Troopers making their brick-built debut.