Today we are taking a look at the new Bellroy Key Case and Tool. The brand, known for its EDC and tech accessories like the antimicrobial Tech Kit gear organizer we reviewed previously and its iPhone 13 cases, is introducing its new leather key holder and pocket multi-tool today. Featuring much of the design sensibilities found in the rest of its extensive lineup of carry kit and tech accessories, it has sourced hardened steel and “warm” eco-tanned leather for its new Key Case and Tool pocket gear. Head below for a closer look and more details.
Marking for the latest additions to the Star Wars buildable helmet series, the LEGO Group dropped three new builds earlier in the month to recreate the likeness of iconic characters both new and old. Now after getting our hands on the sets and stacking up the nearly 2,000 combined bricks, we’re seeing which ones are worth your cash and which should just be passed over.
While most of the world is still struggling to get graphics cards at MSRP, NVIDIA saw fit to launch yet another high-tier GPU, this time nearing a $2,000 retail price. The Big Ferocious GPU, or BFGPU as NVIDIA has coined for the RTX 3090 Ti, delivers a whopping 24GB of GDDR6X memory that’s clocked at 21GB/s. It packs 10,752 CUDA cores, 78 RT-, 40 Shader-, and 320 Tensor-TFLOPs of power, and requires an 850W PSU to drive. While the 3090 Ti might be a powerhouse of a GPU, is it even necessary in today’s gaming lineup or should NVIDIA have devoted resources to making more of its affordable graphics cards? Let’s take a closer look at the NVIDIA RTX 3090 Ti specs and how it stacks up down below.
The Nintendo Switch game lineup was primed to have one of its most exciting years to date, but it looks like the Zelda Breath of the Wild sequel release date is going to slip. Having already dropped Pokémon Legends: Arceus and with the Gen 9 Pokémon Scarlet and Violet titles on the way, among others, 2022 was set to be massive year for Nintendo’s biggest franchises. And while it will still be quite a notable lineup, arguably the most anticipated title of all has now been confirmed for a 2023 release. Head below for more details.
After rumors surfaced back in February of the new Sony Game Pass competitor, Sony has now unveiled the new PlayStation Plus. Taking to the official PlayStation Blog this morning, Sony has now confirmed much of what we saw last month with its new subscription service that essentially combines PS Plus with PS Now on-demand game streaming functionality. The new PlayStation Plus Game Pass competitor is set to launch in June 2022 with 700+ titles for subscribers. Head below for a closer look.
Today, Anycubic is revealing two new options into its arsenal of FDM 3D printers. Entering as an entirely new series of machines, the just-released Anycubic Kobra and Kobra Max arrive at two different price points with features to match. Now after going hands-on with them, we’re highlighting why inclusions like auto-leveling heated beds, touchscreen displays, and an integrated direct extruder make these some of the best options on the market.
The new Little Founders children’s book, Little Steve, is looking to bring the story of Apple founder Steve Jobs to a whole new audience. The story of the late great Steve Jobs is an interesting one to say the least. While infamous to some, it’s hard to deny the value in entrepreneurship and nourishing of personal creativity he brought to millions the world over. However, instilling children with some of the positive values he championed and the idea of “thinking different” it’s not exactly the easiest thing to relay to kids sometimes, but the new Little Founders book islooking to help the cause. Head below for a closer look.
As Disney gears up to release the new animated Lightyear film in theaters this summer, the LEGO Group is ready to show off its tie-in kits to the flick. Delivering three builds from the upcoming release, there’s a series of exclusive minifigures to complement the exciting new builds.
Aftermarket Xbox controllers are a great way to augment your gaming experience. Last year we took a look at some of the best options out there for the new Series X and S, but now we have another addition to the line-up. The HexGaming Advance Controller starts with an authentic Xbox controller and then takes it to the next level with custom colors, back buttons, interchangeable thumbsticks, and custom trigger controls. Starting at $170, the Advance controller can be heavily customized into a one-of-a-kind device. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.
Following its reveal back at CES 2022, the all-new Samsung 32-inch M8 Smart Monitor is nearing an official launch, Apple iMac vibes and all. Ahead of time, more details around the display have been revealed including pricing and the reveal of new color options.
Battlefield 2042 hasn’t been a fan-favorite for the community like EA and DICE were hoping for. While it had much promise, ultimately, it didn’t deliver what fans really wanted, and that was shown in sales numbers. Even with that, EA isn’t letting this keep them down as there’s a new Battlefield title being actively worked on right now, and EA is still backing the franchise for its hopefully triumphant return. What can we expect from the next Battlefield? Let’s take a look at all that we know so far.
Happy Kirby and the Forgotten Land launch day folks! It has been a long time coming for Kirby to truly get the 3D AAA treatment on Nintendo hardware, but the wait is finally over. Forgotten Land does all that and more with positive reviews on the pink hero’s latest adventure hitting all over the net. You can still score a copy of the game on sale via Amazon, not to mention the FREE demo if you’re still on the fence. Or you can go full price with some extra goodies at Walmart and GameStop. We are also seeing some of the regularly hard-to-get Kirby amiibo collectibles (that also work in Forgotten Land) in stock and have rounded up some of the best and most adorable collectibles to celebrate Kirby’s latest. Head below for a closer look and a mouthful of adorable Kirby trinkets.
Just as the official TV show gets underway, Microsoft has teamed up with Wolverine on a new real-world pair of crossover Halo Master Chief boots. Wolverine – a brand known for its safety toe work boots and robust workwear – seems to be a perfect fit for a collaboration on the military-meets-construction Halo Master Chief footwear. Halo Infinite developer 343 Industries worked alongside the designers at Wolverine to come up with something truly inspired by the game and the results speak for themselves, but you’re going to have to get lucky scoring a pair of these limited collectible and very much wearable Halo Master Chief boots. Head below for a closer look and more details.
Today, the LEGO Group is revealing the first of its 90th anniversary celebration plans with a new Classic set. Drawing inspiration from the past themes that have made LEGO as popular as it is today, the new Classic 90 Years of Play set arrives with a number of miniature creations based on the likes of Bionic, Classic Space, Castle, Pirates, and even Fabuland.
This morning MSI announced a refresh for its Summit, Prestige, and Modern series of laptops. Along with a new Summit notebook and design refreshes, they feature the latest 12th-gen Intel processors with some running with Intel Iris Xe or NVIDIA graphics. This lineup refresh is designed to maximize productivity for everyone.
Just after seeing three all new Star Wars Dioramas debut today, we’re getting a first look at one of the more interesting LEGO sets due out this spring. Marking yet another new Clone Wars creation for 2022, the new LEGO Republic Fighter Tank will be arriving later in the year with three all-new 187th legion Clone Troopers.
After originally being revealed back at CES in January, Samsung’s new lineup of Frame 2022 TVs are finally available for pre-order. Arriving with all of the staples the series has rocked in the past like 4K HDR panels, AirPlay 2, and the unique picture frame mode, the refreshed models now pack improvements like an anti-reflective matte display finish and more. Now available for pre-order, all of the details are down below.
At GDC this year, AMD announced its FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.0 technology that would come to not just AMD GPUs, but also NVIDIA and even Xbox as it doesn’t require any special hardware to function. So how will FSR 2.0 work and what all will it bring to gaming in the future? Let’s take a closer look.
M-Audio is introducing some additions to its monitor lineup with the BX3BT and BX4BT Bluetooth studio speakers. The brand is well known in the content creation and home studio world for its generally affordable solutions. and it has now upgraded its previous-generation BX series monitors with an updated feature set, Kevlar woofers, and wireless audio streaming over Bluetooth. Both the BX3BT and BX4BT models are now available for purchase, and you’ll find all of the details down below.
After originally being revealed a bit early, today the LEGO Group is officially showcasing three new additions to its Star Wars 2022 lineup. Arriving as the first of these new 18+ dioramas, each one features an iconic quote from the Original Trilogy alongside more display-worthy builds. Including a Dagobah Jedi Training set, Trash Compactor vignette, and micro-scale Trench Run, all three LEGO kits are now available for pre-order.
After the folks at Nanoleaf proved that modular lighting could be a hit, we’ve seen other brands step in to take even more unique form-factors. The latest of these arrives from Moonside, a brand that is currently seeking funding on its unique new Neon Hex wall lights. Arriving with HomeKit out of the box on top of Alexa and Assistant control, the new modular smart home accessory sports a unique three-pronged design and is now available for pre-order.
The latest system update for Sony’s home gaming consoles has now been rolled out with the previously in-beta PlayStation voice commands, and more. There were several reports suggesting the update came along with some serious network issues – some folks were unable to access PlayStation Plus content as well as online services in games like Elden Ring and others – but it seems that has been corrected at this point, mostly. Head below for more details.
Sony recently launched its new LinkBuds, a pair of unique true wireless earbuds that offer a more novel take on your everyday listening. Sporting figure eight designs, these buds have a distinctive ring-shaped driver that allows allows you to still hear ambient audio. Giving Apple’s best-in-class Transparency mode a run for its money, we go hands-on with Sony’s latest to see if they’re worth the $178 price tag.
Today, Amazon’s eero announced the expansion of its home mesh networking lineup with the introduction of eero Pro 6E and eero 6+. Designed for multi-gig networking, these are eero’s fastest Wi-Fi routers to date, and it also means a price reduction for the now previous-generation eero 6 systems, starting at $89. Want to learn more? Head below for all the details surrounding the launch of eero Pro 6E and eero 6+.
AKAI – one of our favorite MIDI and music gadget makers – has now introduced the new MPK Mini Play MK3 MIDI Keyboard Controller. An update to one of the more popular options on the market, the new MPK Mini Play MK3’s OLED display is joined by loads of built-in drum patches and sounds alongside an updated keybed, battery-powered wireless operation, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the now available AKAI MPK Mini Play MK3.
Earlier in the year, we reported on a new LEGO theme code named Coconut. Originally thought to be the return of Indiana Jones sets, 9to5Toys can report that the wave of creations will instead be focused around another piece of Disney IP. Traveling to the world of Pandora, the LEGO Group is slated to officially be releasing a wave of sets based around Avatar and its upcoming sequel film.
This morning Xbox announced a giveaway, in collaboration with Paramount Pictures, to celebrate the upcoming release of the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie. One lucky winner will receive an Xbox Series S console and two wireless controllers. However, they are unlike any console or controllers out there today.
Today, OtterBox is finally releasing its first collection of AirTags cases. Delivering three different styles each with a more rugged build than the lead, the new covers offer added protection to your Apple item finders while also letting you clip them onto keys and other gear.
Today, ROCCAT and Turtle Beach announced a pair of true wireless earbuds each. The Turtle Beach Scout Air and ROCCAT Syn Buds Air are aimed at on-the-go and console gaming. Costing $100 each, there are a few differences to know before picking a pair of true wireless gaming buds, so let’s take a closer look to find out which fits your setup the best.
Insta360 has been a huge name in the 360 and action camera market. Last year we went hands-on with the thumb-sized Go 2, which is one of the simplest action cameras I’ve ever used. Now, it’s out with the new Insta360 One RS – an evolution of their modular action camera. We got our hands on the twin edition, which includes a 4K Boost lens as well as a 5.7k 360-degree lens. Be sure to hit the video below and see this camera in action.
If you’ve ever wondered how to create folders on Switch, Nintendo has now finally made it possible. The latest Nintendo Switch system update has arrived with few nice quality-of-life features including the ability to finally organize your games and apps properly. Some five years after the release of the original hybrid console and six months after delivering proper Bluetooth support, Nintendo has now issued the latest Switch update that brings a groups organization feature to the UI alongside enhancements of the newfound wireless audio system. Head below the fold for a closer look at the update and how to create folders on Switch with the new “Groups” feature.
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.
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.
