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Professional dancers Stephen “Twitch” Boss and Allison Holker are collaborating with Dick’s Sporting Goods for an exclusive collection. There are 28 new items throughout this collection for both men and women. The entire line was designed to be all about music, movement, and style with pricing starting at just $12. Dick’s Sporting Goods also offers free delivery on orders of $65 or more. Plus, one percent of all DSG sales benefit Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation Sports Matter program, which helps fund youth sports organizations in need across the country. Be sure to head below to find all of our top picks from the Dick’s Sporting Goods collaboration with Twitch and Allison. Also, you will want to check out our latest guide to the Draper James x Tretorn Sneaker collection here.

Today, the LEGO Group is giving builders a first official look at the new Thor: Love and Thunder set. Debuting as the first of two rumored creations from the upcoming MCU expansion, the new Goat Boat set stacks up to over 550 pieces while including a series of exclusive minifigures. Head below for all of the details on what to expect from the latest LEGO Marvel 2022 kit.

If all of the recent summer LEGO action wasn’t enough, today 9to5Toys is able to confirm reports on what may very well be the biggest collaboration of 2022. Slated to team up with Hasbro, the LEGO Group will be bringing the very first brick-built Transformer to its collection with an Optimus Prime set come May. Head below for everything we know so far.

If you’ve been lucky enough over the past year or so to pick up a next-generation console, then you’re likely looking for the best way to visually experience 4K HDR 120Hz gaming at home. While many TVs offer this feature, Philips decided to enter the game with a monitor it built in partnership with Microsoft that’s specifically designed for Xbox consoles. With HDMI 2.1, 120Hz VRR support, HDR, and built-in backlighting, this monitor offers a premium experience, but is it worth the price? Let’s take a look at the Philips Momentum Made for Xbox monitor in our hands-on review.

After just seeing the new T. rex Breakout set debut earlier in the month, the LEGO Group is back today with a collection of upcoming Jurassic World: Dominion sets. The latest wave includes seven new kits packed with dinosaurs, new minifigures, and builds inspired by the upcoming release in the Jurassic franchise.

Elgato recently refreshed its Stream Deck with an MK.2 model, which caught my eye as a notable Twitch streaming companion. And then I started thinking how well it would work in my Mac workstation. Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review dives in to just how this gaming accessory can upgrade your macOS productivity.

Bellroy has launched its new Samsung Galaxy S22 leather case. The just-unveiled S22 models (already on sale) are Samsung’s flagship handsets with new S Pen slots, a 6.8-inch SuperAMOLED panel, as well as Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, and Bellroy has now unleashed its high-quality case to keep it all protected. You can get a closer look at the new Galaxy S22 series handsets in our hands-on review and more details on the latest Bellroy leather cases for them down below. 

The North Face is known for their epic collaborations and in 2022 the brand has made a statement by dropping a line with designer Kaws. If you’re not familiar with Kaws, the Brooklyn-based artist is known for pushing the limits with his one of a kind designs. The designs you will find in some of The North Face’s best-selling styles including the 1996 Nupste Jacket, Camp Duffel, and more. There are 24 new items throughout this line with pricing starting at $45. Be sure to head below the jump to find out even more details about The North Face x Kaws collaboration. Also, you will want to check out our latest guide to the Draper James x Tretorn Sneaker collection here.

We have spotted some Nintendo 3DS game deals alongside some eShop exclusives and freebies you might want to consider grabbing now. Nintendo will sadly be closing the 3DS eShop come March of next year, alongside disabling the ability to add funds to these accounts starting in May of 2022 (more details on that right here.) Not only does that leave a wealth of titles out in the cold only to be found in rare physical form across the interwebs and retail bargain bins, but that also means your 3DS library will soon be frozen in time, so to speak, with no way of adding new digital titles from Nintendo’s eShop. While there are third-party sellers that will carry the bigger name titles for what will likely go beyond the March 2023 cut off date, that could mean some of the standout eShop exclusives might be lost forever. So let’s take a look at some of the 3DS titles that are currently on sale via the eShop as well as some freebies and standout exclusives you might want to scoop up now. 

Sea of Thieves is getting its first-ever narrative-driven Adventure, dubbed Shrouded Islands. It’s only available from today through March 3, so you’ll need to play during the limited timeframe in order to meet Belle and “investigate the mysterious fog covering Golden Sands Outpost.” What does Shrouded Islands bring to the shores of Sea of Thieves? Let’s take a closer look below.

We’ve seen plenty of companies expanding into the podcasting and streaming audio space like NZXT, but today we’re taking a look at another player. The new Deity VO-7U is a dynamic broadcast microphone aimed directly at streamers and podcasters with RGB lighting built-in and some other handy features up its sleeve. Be sure to hit the video below to see and hear all of the details. 

As the latest iconic football stadium to get the brick-built treatment, today the LEGO Group is revealing the new Santiago Bernabéu set. Celebrating 120 years of the Real Madrid club’s domination on the pitch, the new 5,900-piece creation packs plenty of authentic details fit for any fan of football. Head below for all of the details and a closer look.

Update: Just after we published, the LEGO Group updated the listing with box art for the set. Unfortunately proving this isn’t a No Way Home kit.

Since releasing last November, Spider-Man fans have been waiting on some additional No Way Home-themed LEGO sets, and a new one may very well be arriving soon. Going up for pre-order today, the upcoming Spider-Man & Green Goblin Mech Battle kit will depict two of the iconic Marvel characters complete with some brick-built suits. While images are interestingly missing from the current LEGO Shop listing, all of the details on what to expect are outlined down below.

Finally launching back at the beginning of the month after being announced nearly two years ago, I’ve gotten my hands on the all-new LEGO Ideas Globe. But after such a long wait, does the last fan-inspired creation actually deliver a worthwhile build? Spoiler, it absolutely does! But you’ll want to head below for all of the details on the new set anyway.

No Man’s Sky originally released in August of 2016, which is almost six years ago. The game, which launched to many problems and was ridiculed by the community, has since redeemed itself through numerous updates, all at no cost to gamers who own the game. Well, the infamous space exploration title just got updated yet again, this time with a total overhaul of the weapons system, new lore and stories, new Sentinels, and…the ability to reprogram and adopt your own friendly AI drone? There’s a lot to unpack here, so keep reading to find out all the details for the No Man’s Sky Sentinel update.

Reese Witherspoon’s brand Draper James partnered with Tretorn for an exclusive collection. Reese Witherspoon has been wearing Tretorn sneakers since she was a child. “Growing up, I always loved a pair of new, fresh Tretorns,” she said when announcing the collaboration on Instagram. “So excited about this collab! Makes me feel like a kid again.” This collection features several pairs of sneakers and matching apparel and accessories. In addition to women’s shoes, the line includes matching versions for your mini-me. Find even more details about this collection by heading below. Finally, be sure to check out the Converse x Todd Snyder collection in our latest guide here.

Some brand new Universal Audio microphones have now been unveiled. An unrivaled brand with deep roots in the professional recording space and pioneers of pro-grade DSP audio processing is now stepping into the microphone game in a major way. Six new models have been unveiled ranging from pricey, professional large-diaphragm capacitor mics through to somewhat more attainable broadcast and podcasting variants. Starting from models based on legendary recording studio microphones like the Neumann U87, Neumann U67, and Telefunken ELA M 251 to the SD-1 dynamic model looking to rival Shure’s popular latest-model SM7 variant, head below for more details on the new Universal Audio microphones. 

It’s time to start thinking about shoring up your Wii U and 3DS game libraries. Nintendo’s beloved 3DS consoles still remain in the hearts and hands of gamers everywhere, despite the Switch taking over portable supremacy in the Mushroom Kingdom. But Nintendo has now announced the inevitable closure of its eShop Wii U and 3DS digital game stores and while it might not be until next year, it will all be gone before you know it. Head below for more details. 

Update: CASETiFY’s new SpongeBob collection is now available for purchase.

After January’s collection of Peanuts cases and accessories, CASETiFY is back with an all-new collection of covers and accessories for Apple’s latest smartphones. This time heading down to a pineapple under the sea, CASETiFY has joined forces with Nickelodeon to release a new wave of SpongeBob iPhone cases.

Have you ever wanted to see a proper BioShock movie? Well, Netflix is now on the job according to a couple official tweets it sent out today. After just recently readying the launch of the Cuphead Show, Netflix is dipping back into the world of gaming for what appears to be a new live-action BioShock movie. Netflix, 2K, and Take-Two Interactive announced today that it will be joining forces to, presumably, recreate the incredible underwater city of Rapture and the metropolis in the sky known as Columbia featured in the beloved BioShock series. There’s no word of series creator Ken Levine being attached to the protect as of yet, but it doesn’t look like that will be the case. Head below for more. 

After seeing the Xbox-certified model go on sale this morning, Seagate is now readying a special Edition Horizon Forbidden West Game Drive for PlayStation gamers. The latest entry in the Horizon series is just days away from launching, and review scores already have it as one of the better PS5 titles in the library. Seagate is looking to jump on the bandwagon with a special edition version of its Game Drive – an external hard drive specially geared towards providing gamers with additional storage for their libraries. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

Today, CORSAIR introduced an all-new mid-tower case with the iCUE 5000T RGB. The 5000T RGB case is also joined by LC100 case accent lighting panels that are also launching today, delivering a fully customizable experience for your PC gaming setup. The case itself has a “unique contoured design” and offers 208 individually addressable RGB LEDs built-in, making it the “most integrated lighting ever built into a CORSAIR case.” You’ll also find high-airflow mesh panels, room for two 360mm radiators, and more here.

Today, Sony is revealing its latest generation of true wireless earbuds with a unique twist. Enter the new LinkBuds, which offer up a unique new open-style design geared towards letting in ambient audio. Now available for pre-order, you can get all of the details below on just what Sony is aiming for with its funky new LinkBuds.

The new FREE Cyberpunk 2077 upgrade features are now live alongside a FREE trial for folks looking to give the game another shot. Cyberpunk 2077 was one of the most highly-anticipated titles in years before disappointing gamers everywhere with what could only be described as a buggy and disastrous launch on previous generation machines. Well, developer CD Projekt Red hosted a live stream today with loads of new upgraded features for the game and presumably a more stable update to redeem itself. All things considered, folks that did get a chance to play the game at least somewhat bug-free were mostly impressed, so this is a great time to give the potentially-epic game another shot, or at least to dive into the free trial to see if it’s worth investing in. More details below. 

After taking a hands-on look at the brand’s new ATH-GL3 and ATH–GDL3 closed-back headsets, it’s time to dive into the new Audio-Technica spatial audio earbuds. Audio-Technica has been a major player in the audio game, both in and out of the recording studio, for many years now. Its new  ATH-CKS50TW wireless headphones bring extended cord-free listening time to the table alongside the companion charging case as well as support for 3D audio and the brand’s pedigree for high-quality audio reproduction. Head below to take a closer look. 

Today, Twelve South refreshed one of its more popular accessories, delivering an updated design for Apple’s new 24-inch M1 iMac. The new BackPack for iMac arrives to position everything from hard drives and USB-C hubs out of the way on your setup by resting right on the back of Apple’s latest deckstop Macs. Now available for purchase, you can get all of the details down below.

Today, the LEGO Group is officially announcing its latest creation in partnership with the likes of Sony. Right before the sequel’s release on Friday, one of Horizon Forbidden West’s iconic robotic animals is getting the LEGO treatment with a new 1,200-piece rendition. Complete with an all-new Aloy minifigure, you can get all of the details on the LEGO Tallneck down below.

One of my first dedicated PC “headsets” was a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-M50x’s that I used for editing with a mod mic attached to the side when gaming. Since then, Audio-Technica has come out with some dedicated gaming headset offerings like the wireless ATH-G1WL we reviewed. Today we’re taking a look at the latest headsets from Audio-Technica – the ATH-GL3 closed-back headset and its open-back variant the ATH–GDL3. Coming in at a much more affordable price point than gaming headsets of the past, how do they stack up? From my experience, it’s a mixed bag. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Update: Now available for pre-order for $59.99 at Amazon with a June 1 launch date.

If today’s unveil of the new Boba Fett’s Throne Room wasn’t enough LEGO Star Wars action, we’re now getting a first look at yet another new creation. Straight out of its recent appearance in The Book of Boba Fett, the new LEGO Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter stacks up to over 400 pieces and includes a series of exclusive figures.

Over the weekend, Call of Duty released a community update as a “Warzone special briefing for our players.” Today marks the launch of Season Two for Call of Duty Vanguard and the current Warzone, so we’ll also take a look at that as well. However, we’re going to focus on the upcoming Call of Duty and Warzone launch slated for later this year, which Infinity Ward is leading the helm of development. So, what all can we expect from the 2022 release of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2? Well, let’s break down the latest blog post to find out.

Update: Now available for pre-order at $99.99, launching on March 1.

After our exclusive first look last week, we’re now getting a much more detailed peek at the final LEGO Star Wars set launching on March 1. Joining all of the other kits now up for pre-order here, the upcoming LEGO Boba Fett’s Throne Room debuts with over 700 pieces and seven minifigures.

Breaking into the scene of recycled iPhone 13 cases, OtterBox just launched its new Core cover lineup to start the year. Comprised of 50% renewed materials, the regrind build delivers a slim, yet grippy design. Though whether the environmentally-friendly focus is worth its $60 price tag is what we’re investigating in our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review.

You can now download the official EarthBound Player’s Guide from Nintendo. While there’s still no Mother 3 to speak of, Nintendo did bring the beloved EarthBound and EarthBound Beginnings to its Switch SNES and NES Online libraries for subscribers. This was easily one of the most exciting bits from a Nintendo Direct filled with notable announcements – new Mario Kart 8 courses, Switch Sports, and more – and it has now made the legendary EarthBound Player’s Guide available to all. More details below. 

Just after seeing its very first MagSafe power bank debut at the beginning of the month, ESR is now back today with the launch of yet another iPhone 13 accessory. Moving the emphasis to the car, the new ESR HaloLock Dashboard Car Mount arrives with a MagSafe-compatible design geared towards Apple’s latest smartphones. Now available for purchase, there’s a launch discounted attached, which you can read all about down below.

The past few weeks have been pretty busy in Call of Duty news. We got word that Infinity Ward would be making the next game in the series, and that Microsoft plans to keep the game on PlayStation after the existing agreement expires. But, something we haven’t taken a look at yet is Microsoft’s president, Brad Smith, who gave an interview to CNBC. A lot of information came out of the interview, but what caught our eye is the fact that Brad mentioned Nintendo specifically… but does that mean Call of Duty on Switch could become a reality?

Update: Walmart is now throwing in an extra free exclusive steel water bottle with pre-orders on physical copies of Nintendo’s upcoming Switch Sports title at $49.99 – the same price pre-orders sell for at Amazon and elsewhere without the bottle. 

It has been a big month for Nintendo fans after an exciting Direct presentation, a series of upcoming Mario Kart 8 courses, and more, but now it’s time to dive into the new Switch Sports. As a sequel to the best-selling Nintendo game of all-time, Wii Sports, Nintendo is looking to re-capture some of the magic from its motion-controlled blockbuster from way back in 2006 with an updated version for its current-generation hardware. After selling well over 82 million copies, and now that Switch has finally overtaken the console it was made for in sales, it seems a fitting time for Switch sports to make a triumphant return. Head below for more details on the upcoming title, how to play it early, and more details on how to score the leg strap.

Today, the LEGO Group is launching a series of new kits inspired by Jurassic Park and its sequel franchise. The new LEGO T. rex Breakout arrives as an 18+ set with over 1,200 pieces and is joined by a pair of Jurassic World: Dominion creations. All three are now available for pre-order, and you can get the full scoop down below.

While phones are getting better at stabilizing video by themselves, adding a gimbal can almost always make a vast improvement for smooth camera movements. We’ve tried out some of its smaller entry-level phone gimbals in the past, but today we’re checking out the Zhiyun Smooth 5. Starting at $170, it’s considerably more expensive than the Smooth Q3 that we reviewed last year but packs some more features that take this mobile gimbal to the next level. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

With the LEGO Star Wars summer lineup now on the horizon, we’re first taking a step back to look at the entire wave of new kits that launched in January. Now that we’ve reviewed all five of the just-launched sets, we’re sorting through to see which builds are worth adding to your collection now and which you should wait on for discounts. Head below for a closer look at how all of the new LEGO Star Wars January 2022 kits compare and to see which is the best of the batch.

Spring is quickly approaching and if you’re looking for a refresh, you’re in the right place. One of the best ways to change up your space for spring is with a new rug. However, a washable rug is a great option for keeping your home looking fresh, and they’re easy to switch out from season to season. Spills and stains are almost inevitable, and this is a great way to making sure your home is versatile. Today, we’re going to be sharing our favorite options to choose from with budget-friendly pricing as well. So be sure to head below to find all of our favorites – you will also want to check out our latest guide to the Sperry Boat Shoes Spring Lookbook here.

Today, CORSAIR introduced an all-new expansion to its best-selling K70 series, the K70 RGB PRO. With the stylings that we’re used to with the K70 lineup, including Cherry MX switches, per-key RGB backlighting, and an aluminum frame, the K70 RGB PRO takes things to the next level with all-new AXON technology and a tournament switch. The AXON tech allows for up to eight times faster processing and delivers “a new level of performance.” What else has changed? Let’s take a closer look.

PreSonus has now unveiled one of the most affordable audio interfaces out there with its new AudioBox GO. You will find some less expensive options out there from lesser-known brands or older models like this Behringer model from years ago, but when it comes to reputable audio companies with a pair of inputs for microphones and instruments, the AudioBox GO is certainly one of the lowest prices of entry around. The bus-powered I/O box is ready for portable and home studio setups with a respectable feature set for an $80 solution. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

The PlayStation Plus February FREE games are now available for download, but Sony has now just announced a free multiplayer weekend for folks without a subscription. A new Valentine’s Day weekend promotion will allow for multiplayer action on PS4 and PS5 games for FREE without the usually required PlayStation Plus subscription for a limited time to celebrate the holiday. Head below for more details 

Today, Elgato is launching its latest streaming upgrade in one of its more miniature packages yet. Enter the new Key Light Mini, a new addition to the Elgato stable with 800 lumens of LED light output, Wi-Fi control, and a battery-powered design that can be magnetically mounted nearly anywhere. Now available for purchase, all of the details on what to expect are down below.

Well, the first Nintendo Direct presentation of the year has arrived with the new Switch games set to hit in the first half of the year. As we mentioned in our announcement coverage, Nintendo is scheduling around 40 minutes of straight updates and preview looks at what’s to come between now and, presumably, June of 2022. While it’s hard to say what exactly Nintendo will be showing off when it comes to new Switch games, Kirby and the Forgotten Land and quite possibly more of Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp will likely be on the docket. Although it’s the surprises that have us most excited, the guessing game is over now so head below to follow along with today’s Nintendo Direct presentation.