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Today, Amazon is announcing that its Amazon Kids+ subscription service will be gaining tailor-made mobile games designed specifically for your children. At launch, there are two titles, but more will come to the service throughout the year. Keep reading to learn more about the upcoming Amazon Kids+ update.

Catalyst – a brand known for its protective gear for smartphones and tech devices – launched its new AirPods 3 case in Apple Stores across the globe today. The new Special Edition case for AirPods 3 brings the brand’s waterproof tech to Apple’s latest-generation earbuds in several new colorways, including the Apple Store-exclusive Funfetti design. After seeing the brand’s latest solution for Beats Studio Buds at the tail end of last year, it is now time to dive into its latest AirPods cover. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Today, Twelve South is bringing its signature vintage leather-bound book aesthetics to Apple’s latest compact iPadOS device for the first time. The new BookBook case for iPad mini 6 arrives with the usual premium stylings we’ve come to expect from the brand in a new design fit for elevating the look of the miniature tablet.

Today, the LEGO Group is expanding its collection of Botanical Garden creations with a pair of new brick-built plants. Both now available for pre-order before launching next month, the new LEGO Succulents and Orchid join the lineup at the $49.99 price point. Head below for all of the other details.

Update: Following our initial report, more details have emerged on the upcoming LEGO UCS Razor Crest, including its part count, release date, and a first look at the build.

Amongst all of the LEGO Star Wars 2022 reports for the summer wave, there has been one set that fans have been waiting for. The most expensive LEGO creation from a galaxy far, far away of the year, the upcoming kit number 75331 has long been thought to be a Master Builder Series set. Now it is looking like we could be getting a second UCS set in the form of the Razor Crest.

Late last year, StarTech launched its very first Thunderbolt 4 dock. Since then its lofty price tag has been met with some newfound competition. One thing those lower-cost options can’t quite match, though, is the features, which set StarTech’s Mac upgrade apart thanks to up to 8K display output, 96W power passthrough, and a three Thunderbolt 4 ports, amongst other I/O. Now we’re going hands-on to see how the premium package stacks up.

Today, Hello Games is introducing one of No Man’s Sky’s biggest updates to date with Outlaws. This DLC is free to everyone who owns the game already and includes quite a few changes, including outlaw space stations, smuggling, a new ship, and even the ability to own more ships. What else can you do in No Man’s Sky Outlaws? Let’s take a closer look.

Today, the LEGO Group is bringing one of the more popular in-store experiences to its official online storefront. Builders have long been able to go into a retail location and craft their very own brick-built character, and now LEGO is giving its Build a Minifigure service the online treatment by rolling out a new beta program.

TP-Link is now releasing its first Wi-Fi 6E-based mesh router system, the Deco XE75. While Wi-Fi 6E support slowly has been rolling out to devices, TP-Link is also providing a PCIe Triband Wi-Fi 6E Adapter to take full advantage of the Deco XE75.

SANDMARC is unleashing its lineup of leather Apple gear accessories today. Aptly named The Leather Collection, SANDMARC specializes in products for photographers, filmmakers, and travelers, but as we found out in our recent hands-on review of its gorgeous leather iPhone 13 case, it can also make some wonderful accessories for Apple users. After quite a lengthy process in the design lab over the last nine months, the brand is finally ready to unleash its latest leather sheaths and bands for all of the latest-generation Apple kit. Head below for a closer look. 

What was once a PlayStation-exclusive title comes to Xbox via Game Pass starting April 28. That’s right, Bugsnax, which was a launch title for the PlayStation 5, is making its way to quite a few new platforms later this month, including Microsoft’s Xbox One / Series lineup, Nintendo Switch, and even PC via Steam. This comes alongside a free update called The Isle of Bigsnax, so let’s take a look at all that’ll be coming to Bugsnax on April 28.

As lightweight wireless gaming mice continue to dominate the consumer market, SteelSeries is out with two new models to cater to the MMO and MOBA player base. Coming in at 74g and 89g respectively, the SteelSeries Aerox 5 Wireless and Aerox 9 Wireless blend lightweight wireless performance with added utility thanks to additional buttons on the left side of the mice. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

The fine folks at Unknown Worlds are hiring a “senior narrative designer” whose goal is to help the team “shape the next game in the Subnautica universe.” As a fully remote studio, Unknown Worlds is open to many different types of applicants, but the job itself gives a little insight as to what we can expect from this upcoming expansion of the Subnautica universe.

As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, Square Enix has now unveiled Kingdom Hearts 4 and a new Kingdom Hearts mobile game known as Missing-Link. The beloved Disney and Square Enix crossover franchise is celebrating 20 years in the game this year the right way with a new entry in the mainline franchise and the upcoming iOS (and Android) title with an all-new original story. Head below for more details on the latest coming from the world of Kingdom Hearts and the debut trailers.

Today, we’re getting a first look at the latest gift with purchase from LEGO. Set to release in the United States come May, the upcoming Children’s Amusement Park promotional build will come free on select orders and delivers a miniature fair setting. Head below for all of the details.

Cutting the cord on the pro model headset, the new HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless keeps a lot of the same features but adds massive battery life reaching up to 300 hours. Coming in at $200, this simple headset doesn’t innovate, but it does everything it’s supposed to really well. It might be my new favorite wireless gaming headset. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

At long last, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has been released. After spending years in development and following several delays over the years, the highly-anticipated title has arrived. But is all of the visual brick-built action worth the cash? We’re diving into what the most compressive and gorgeous-looking LEGO Star Wars game has to offer.

Today we are taking a look at the new Urbanears sustainable wireless earbuds – winner of “the Red Dot Best of the Best award for 2022.” As part of the audio brand’s focus on becoming climate neutral and just ahead of Earth day 2022, Urbanears is launching its new Boo and Boo Tip in-ear wireless buds hoping to “inspire the audio electronics industry to move towards a better sounding future and place development and sustainability at its core.” Head below for a closer look. 

Roborock’s latest robotic vacuums – the S7 MaxV, S7 MaxV Plus, and S7 MaxV Ultra – are here to help with your spring cleaning chores. All sport the brand-new ReactiveAI 2.0 obstacle avoidance feature, the ability to see a video feed of what your vacuum is doing, LiDAR navigation, auto-lifting mopping capabilities, and much more. Available starting today on Amazon, let’s take a look at how Roborock can make your spring cleaning chores easier this year.

It’s that time – Hello Neighbor 2 is officially ready to play, though the full release won’t happen until December 6. In the meantime, the game is available to enjoy in beta form for all those who pre-order the game on PlayStation, Xbox, or PC. Curious where Hello Neighbor 2 picks up from the previous game and how it continues the story? Well, it’s quite interesting, so let’s break it down below.

Today, AOC is introducing the first product in its AGON PRO category of monitors with the AG254FG, a 1080p 360Hz display that’s made with professionals in mind. It uses a Fast IPS panel and features a 1ms GtG response with with both NVIDIA G-SYNC and the brand’s Reflex Latency Analyzer to help reduce system latency. What else does the AOC AGON PRO 24-inch 360Hz monitor have? Let’s take a closer look.

After bringing its composite fabric treatment to Apple’s latest 14- and 16-inch M1 MacBooks back in February, Incase is introducing its new Woolenex Case for AirPods 3 today. Coming alongside the new Reform Sport model, the Woolenex option is looking to bring something somewhat new to the table for Apple’s latest edition wireless earbuds with a weather-resistant almost knitted fabric approach. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

Today, the LEGO Group is announcing its latest collaboration thanks to a partnership with Epic Games. Looking to get in on all of the excitement of the metaverse, the two companies are offering a more accessible twist as the brands focus on creating a safe space for younger builders looking to journey to an online community.

Dual monitor setups are getting more common, but one way to get the same screen real estate without two separate displays is by going with a DQHD screen like the Monoprice Dark Matter 49-inch monitor. Falling under the Dark Matter gaming brand, the new 49-inch monitor boasts a 32:9 aspect ratio 5120×1440 resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. That also translates well into a screen that makes productivity even easier. Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details of this screen that blends work and play into a single super-ultra-wide monitor. 

Today Nikon announced the all-new NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens for its lineup of mirrorless cameras. Designed to reduce the overall weight and have outstanding performance, you can pre-order this new lens today, though the wait time is expected to be fairly long.

Grovemade – maker of fine desktop and Apple gear accessories – is introducing the latest generation of its new Desk Shelf. Not unlike the Oakywood model we reviewed previously, Grovemade is taking a higher-end approach to adding some additional storage space to your desktop. Available in a range of natural wood materials, the new Grovemade Desk Shelf is “designed to last a lifetime” and deliver a premium experience for a pair of monitors with additional storage space underneath and an integrated cable management system of sorts. Head below for a closer look. 

If you’re ready for Starfield to launch, so am I. However, we’ll just be in this together and enjoy the little peeks inside the game that Bethesda gives us leading up to November. The latest trailer? Well, it gives us a more in-depth look at VASCO, “your next favorite Companion.” One of several companions you’ll meet in traveling Starfield, let’s take a closer look at who VASCO is and what all we can expect in the upcoming release.

Today, Anker is adding an entirely new product to its already broad lineup with the debut of its upcoming AnkerMake M5 3D Printer. Marking a first for the primarily smartphone accessory centric brand, the new release delivers a few key features like five times faster printing, an integrated camera for detecting misprints, and more.

Today, Elgato introduced the next-generation HD60 X capture card, designed to help you take your streaming setup to the next level. The HD60 X is designed for using with the latest consoles in mind, as it can stream and record 1080p60 HDR10 footage while passing through up to 1440p120, 1080p240, or even 4K60 HDR10. What else can the Elgato HD60 X HDMI capture card do? Let’s take a closer look.

Spigen is officially launching its new premium Italian leather iPhone 13 case today. The brand is well known around here for its affordable Apple gear accessories and cases that generally hit above their pay grade – its Mag Armor case landed in our Best iPhone 13 cases of the year 2021 Edition feature, but the brand is looking in an entirely new direction with today’s reveal of the “luxury without compromise” ENZO iPhone 13 case. Head below for more details. 

After seeing a collection of new Jurassic World: Dominion sets revealed earlier in the year, it seems that the LEGO Group has indeed saved the best for last. Revealed by a retailer ahead of its official launch later in the month, the new set arrives as the largest build in the wave and pits two massive brick-built dinos against each other.

Renpho today is expanding its lineup of connected fitness accessories with the debut of its very first smart treadmill. Arriving with support for the companion iOS and Android app, there are 15 workout presets geared towards everyone from beginners to more advanced runners. Now available for purchase, you can get all of the details and lock-in a launch discount below.

Turtle Beach is now further expanding its Stealth 700 Gen 2 line with an all-new MAX product designed for Xbox. This new headset, which brings “lag-free” wireless over USB or Bluetooth to your console, including Xbox Series X|S, can last for up to 40 hours on a single charge, with 15 minutes of being plugged in resulting in another eight hours of use. This $200 headset is poised to possibly be a heavy-hitter in the Xbox market, but what all features does it bring to the table? Let’s take a closer look down below.

Today, Apple is bringing the latest M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBooks to its official Certified Refurbished Storefront. Marking the first time we’ve seen first-party cash discounts on the new releases, you can now save $200 or more across both 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros running the latest chips that Apple Silicon has to offer.

Xbox Game Pass continues to be the best value in console or desktop gaming, especially now that Sony launched a competing service that’s both more expensive and less feature-packed. Well, Game Pass is about to become an even better value as the rumored family plan is, in fact, real. While we don’t know exactly what it’ll cost or when it’s launching, we do know a few specifics about how it’ll work, so keep reading to find out more on the Xbox Game Pass Family Plan.

Greenworks is kicking off spring by showcasing two all-new releases that arrive in its Ultra Pro 60V outdoor electric tool lineup. Most notably delivering one of the brand’s very first riding mower, there’s also a refreshed chainsaw joining the brand’s popular arsenal of gas- and oil-free tools. Both are available exclusively from Tractor Supply Co and are detailed below the jump.

April has officially arrived, and with it comes a selection of the latest LEGO kits. This time around there aren’t quite as many all-new creations, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find some of the year’s most exciting builds. Most notably delivering the new 1,800-piece Back to the Future DeLorean, among other kits from the Star Wars universe, everything available now and dropping later in the month is detailed in our LEGO April 2022 buyers’ guide below.

Devialet’s Dione sound bar is the brand’s “acoustic engineering applied to home cinema.” It packs 5.1.2-channels of Dolby Atmos audio, and even features an integrated subwoofer for an all-in-one design. There’s also an orb in the middle of the sound bar that can be repositioned and rotated as needed, but does that make it worth $2,400? Let’s dive in and take a closer look.

After seeing a rare price drop on new condition OLED model Switch consoles this morning, Nintendo has now unveiled some NES and new SNES Switch Online games. Nintendo has been focused on adding value to its newer N64 and SEGA libraries as of late – we saw F-Zero X and some new Genesis titles this month after Legend of Zelda Majora’s Mask launched in February – but it is now ready to bring some new classics to the entry level tier for the rest of us. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

After launching the GoPro HERO10 Black last fall, the action camera brand is back today with its latest accessory. Delivering its most capable add-on yet, the new GoPro Volta combines a folding tripod and handgrip with an external battery and remote for upgrading your mobile recording setup.

With World Backup Day around the corner, we’re taking a look at one of the more unique ways to improve your storage setup. Designed with Apple setups in mind, SanDisk’s G-RAID 2 Desktop Drive arrives with plenty of novel features that start with onboard Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and carry over to user-replaceable hard drives. But do those premium features make the steep price tag worth it? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review takes a closer look.

Today, ROCCAT announced its latest Kone XP ergonomic PC gaming mouse with a slew of great features for your desk setup. Coming in with 15 programmable buttons that have 29 assignable functions, you’ll find that this mouse is quite customizable to suit the needs of many game genres. So, what all is the sub-$100 ROCCAT Kone XP capable of? Let’s take a closer look.

Today, Traeger – well known for its wood pellet combo grills – is introducing the “future of outdoor cooking” with its high-end redesigned Timberline grill. Packed with high-tech enhancements around every corner and innovations in several of Traeger’s existing feature set, the Timberline grills are a real sight to behold with a serious price tag to match. It includes a built-in 360-degree Wi-Fi antenna for smartphone control, integrated thermometers for the perfect cook, a proprietary cleaning system, and a full-color touchscreen display. Even if you aren’t ready to dish out the $3,500 or more it’ll take to roll one out on the patio later this season, you’ll want to take a closer look at these marvels of grilling technology anyway. Head below for more details on the new Traeger Timberline Grill. 

Today the folks at ROLI are finally introducing the new Seaboard – the next generation of its brilliant expressive 5D touch music controller known as the Seaboard Rise 2. These kinds of instruments, limited as they are, can be a real treat to play and are subsequently quite expensive. The ROLI Seaboard Blocks device that released way back in 2017– a personal favorite of mine we had a chance to go hands-on with for review and something I still use to this day – brought all of this into a price range for the rest of us and has since become very hard to get your hands on at retail. And now, after what feels like an eternity, it’s finally time for ROLI to unveil the next generation Seaboard, unfortunately this one isn’t nearly as affordable. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Seaboard Rise 2.

With a history of award-winning audio, V-Moda has recently been releasing limited-edition designs of some of their popular headphones. We got our hands on the brand new V-Moda Rolling Stones limited edition Crossfade 2 Wireless. Available in three different designs that channel the iconic rock group, do they stand up to the $280 price tag? Be sure to keep reading and hit the video below and find out.