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After being rumored for quite some time, the very first lineup of collection Marvel minifigures has arrived. Delivering 12 exciting new characters inspired by the recent Disney+ series, the new minifigs assemble exclusive designs of classics like Spider-Man and Scarlet Witch to newer additions to the MCU like Sylvie, White Vision, Monica Rambeau, and more. Head below for a closer look at all 12 of the upcoming collectible Marvel minifigures from LEGO.

After launching a new floor lamp to close out the week, meross is now expanding its stable of popular smart home devices with yet another HomeKit-enabled offering. Arriving with yet another lamp form-factor, this time around you’re looking at a new desktop-friendly offering complete with an adjustable design, tunable white lighting, and all of the Siri control as well as automations you’d expect. Head below for all of the details on the meross HomeKit Desk Lamp.

HTC’s Vive Pro 2 pushes the boundary when it comes to resolution and frame rate, but how does the rest of the experience stack up against a more entry-level, do-it-all VR headset? Let’s talk about some of the differences and similarities between the Vive Pro 2, which costs $800 just for the headset, and the standalone Quest 2 that comes in at $300. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Apple’s MagSafe wallet entered last year as one of the more exciting iPhone 12 accessories, but was of course paired with a premium price tag to match. The folks at CASETiFY are now looking to deliver much of the same form factor but with a faux leather build that doesn’t skimp out on the quality. Now we’re taking a hands-on look at the new accessory to see if the trade-offs are worth the more affordable price tag. Head below for all of the details on the CASETiFY MagSafe Wallet in our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review.

We have new details on the high-tech LG face mask that was initially unveiled last year. Known as the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier, it packs in air filters and fans as well as voice amplification and more to provide users an arguably more effective solution than a typical paper and material-based face covering. The new LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier is scheduled to launch to the public starting next month, and you can get a closer look down below. 

If you love preparing food but despise having a bunch of different contraptions, the new 2-in-1 Cuisinart Infrared and Folding Probe Thermometer could be worth picking up. As its name implies, this unit combines two functions into a design that collapses when the probe is not in use. This release comes just a few months after we covered Cuisinart’s latest foldable grill, which now happens to be up for grabs. The company’s latest thermometer can withstand and read temperatures as high as 932 degrees Fahrenheit. Continue reading to learn more.

It’s that time again — Intel just refreshed its NUC lineup of mini PCs with 11th Generation processors. Simply NUC already has two units available for pre-order, including models that have the 11700B and 11900KB processors with up to eight cores and 16 threads. What’s new this generation? Well, support for full-length dual-slot graphics cards, for one. Of course, there are the other notable improvements like Thunderbolt 4, PCIe 4.0, and others. So, let’s take a closer look at the Intel Beast Canyon NUC lineup of mini computers.

After launching earlier in the year, the latest in augmented reality-enabled LEGO themes, VIDIYO, has had a tough time catching on amongst builders young and old. Now, a new report suggests that the theme may not even survive the year, as the LEGO Group is reportedly putting the theme on hiatus before potentially abandoning it altogether. Is all hope lost on the music video-making creations? Head below for all of the details on whether LEGO VIDIYO is canceled or not.

Today, Nomad is launching its latest Apple accessory, bringing its usual leather stylings and premium materials to the recently released MagSafe Battery Pack. Arriving with a Horween leather build, the new add-on aims to elevate the look of the accessory while also making it more comfortable to wield. Head below for all of the details on the new Nomad Leather MagSafe Battery Pack cover.

After seeing DSM 7 launch at the end of last month with a collection of new features, Synology is now rolling out another notable update to its lineup of popular NAS. Expanding its C2 storage program, the new Synology Password manager arrives with cloud sync, file sharing, and more. Head below for all of the details.

The Amazon Smart Soap Dispenser is the latest Alexa-compatible device to be released by the company. While it may not be exactly what anyone expected, it’s actually got quite a few tricks up its sleeve that could make it a worthwhile addition to your smart home. The device’s headlining feature is a group of LEDs along the top that serve as a 20-second countdown while you lather soap in your hands. Like other many other dispensers made by simplehuman and competing brands, this unit is automatic, so you won’t need to press any buttons. It can be paired with Echo devices and can even sense how far away your hand is in order to dispense more or less soap.

Today EA held its Play Live event that showcased some of its largest titles, including Apex Legends, Dead Space, and Battlefield 2042. From huge sandboxes where you can essentially create your own game to the reboot of a long-forgotten franchise, as well as additional information on the upcoming Legend entering the Apex Games, we have everything for you down below to read.

Back to school season is quickly approaching, and Nike just dropped its guide to the latest backpacks, apparel, and shoes to get a fresh start. Whether they’re heading down the hallway, going outside for recess, or stepping on the bus for the first time, Nike has great options for your kids. Nike Plus Members (free to sign-up) receive complimentary delivery. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Nike Back to School Guide.

While LEGO fans have plenty to look forward to come August thanks to a massive collection of new creations. But even before the latest hit store shelves, we’ve received a report detailing the next gift with purchase set which will be giving builders some additional incentives to pick up all-new creations come next month. Entering as the latest fan-voted LEGO Ideas promotional set, the upcoming Dream Holiday Sailboat will be setting sail come August. Head below for all of the details.

Continuing its line of products that step away from the battlestation, Razer’s new Opus X takes the ergonomic design of the older, more expensive Opus and simplifies the headphones while coming in at a more affordable price point. With a comfortable, lightweight design, low-latency Bluetooth, and ANC, the Razer Opus X is packed with features for the $100 price point. Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details.

Smart lighting has become a very competitive market. The number of options out there continues to increase rapidly, and a fresh partnership between Nokia and Smartlabs has led to five new products that now make up the Nokia Smart Lighting product lineup. These solutions include Paddle, Dial, Keypad, Outlet, and Bridge. Each offering features a minimalist aesthetic, touted as being able to “complement any style of home.” Continue reading to learn more.

Recently, LG announced the US rollout of its Eclair QP5 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar, its most compact model to date. Don’t let its small size fool you, as it does have full Dolby Atmos, as well as DTS:X support in a 3.1.2-channel setup. The wireless subwoofer delivers quality bass, and honestly, the entire setup looks killer as well. Should you pick up the LG Eclair QP5 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar? Let’s take a closer look.

After launching its latest Thunderbolt 4 dock last month, Anker is back today with the debut of its most recent addition to the PowerExpand lineup. Arriving with a 9-in-1 design, the latest USB-C offering from Anker arrives to retrofit your workstation with a bevy of ports alongside 60W charging output to Macs and other devices alike. Head below for all of the details on the new Anker PowerWave 9-in-1 USB-C Dock.

L.L. Bean has a new collaboration for Peanuts fans with a limited-edition collection. This new line has 23 items to help get you outside with Snoopy and Friends. Pricing in this collection starts at just $15 and there is something for everyone in the family. L.L. Bean offers free delivery on orders of $50 or more. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the L.L. Bean x Peanuts collection.

It looks like we could be getting a new PlayStation 5 soon. Less than a year from its initial debut in November 2020, reports and new details from the official PlayStation site are pointing at what appears to be a new model revision of the all-digital PlayStation 5 with some slightly different specs. Details regarding the new PlayStation 5 were spotted in official documentation found on the Japanese PlayStation site alongside what appear to be official overseas retailer listings. Read on for more details. 

In today’s latest Xbox Wire post, we take a look at upcoming releases on Game Pass. While we’re still a week or so out from things like Flight Simulator 2020 launching on Xbox Game Pass, there are some titles available today as well. Whether you want to dive into Battlefield V through Xbox Cloud Gaming or take to the skies in Flight Simulator 2020, there are 12 total titles coming to Game Pass over the next week.

Today, Sony is launching its latest home theater upgrades, following up the folks at Klipsch who just unveiled its first Dolby Atmos offerings. Arriving as the new A7000 Sound Bar, Sony is also filling out its stable of home audio products with an even more immersive speaker system that delivers a new 360 spatial sound mapping technology. Head below for all of the details.

Sperry is getting you ready for back to school with the freshest kicks. Start the year off right with an array of sneakers, boat shoes, and loafers that are uniform-approved. There are 103 styles to choose from in the guide, and three different sections, too, including fall trends, uniform-approved, and a guide for K-5. Better yet, prices start at just $29 and Sperry offers free delivery on all orders. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Sperry Back to School Guide.

We took a brief look at the basic leather options as Spigen’s initial offerings surfaced, but today we are diving into the new CYRILL clear and glitter AirTag cases. CYRILL — self described as Spigen’s more feminine sister brand — offers the aforementioned basic leather cover for Apple’s item trackers as well as the newer Shine lineup with crystal clear and adorable glittery designs. Regularly listed at $20 direct, we’re also tracking an early discount on them as well. Head below for all of the details. 

Today, we’re getting the first official look at the upcoming Ubiquiti Dream Machine Pro SE, which expands the UniFi ecosystem with its latest router, NVP, and gateway. With added perks of 2.5Gb Ethernet, four PoE ports, and an internal 128GB solid-state drive, this arrives as Ubiquiti’s most versatile offering yet. Head below for all of the details so far.

If you have any experience playing on a console with a wireless controller, chances are you’ve had to do a quick battery swap at a time that isn’t quite ideal, and then you lose connection and have to reconnect your controller to your system. Well, Otterbox’s latest charging accessory, the Xbox Power Swap controller batteries, helps to remedy that by providing a continuous connection to your console, even when swapping batteries. Hit the video below to see a short hands-on demonstration.

Reebok is breaking the mold with a new sneaker collection inspired by Jurassic Park. Featuring a plethora of styles, this seven-piece collection takes inspiration from every corner of the park. Bold colors and daring patterns have been spliced from the vehicles, laboratory, security, flora, and some mega-sized fauna. We’ll be diving in deep on some of the clear standouts, so hit the jump and cue the theme song. Welcome to the Reebok Jurassic Park collection.

After announcing a new wave of Nintendo-themed creations launching next month headlined by the brick-built debut of Luigi, the LEGO Group seems to have yet another notable Mario set in the reserves. Due out this fall, the latest direct-to-consumer set will be assembling an icon of Mushroom Kingdom, finally depicting Peach’s Castle as a microscale build. Head below for everything we know about the upcoming LEGO Nintendo Peach’s Castle set.

Apex Legends is currently in its Legacy season that introduced a few new things and brought back some old. We got Arenas as well as the return of the original World’s Edge and Kings Canyon. Now that we’re nearing the end of the season, it’s time to look at what’s next. For Season 10, dubbed Emergence, we’re getting a new Legend, World’s Edge map update, a new weapon, and Ranked Arenas. What all is coming in Apex Legends Season 10 Emergence on August 3? Let’s take a closer look.

Paravel luggage is now available at Banana Republic to help you travel in style this summer. This luggage is sure to elevate your travel look with an array of fashion-forward suitcases, duffel bags, and backpacks. They pride themselves on their high-quality materials and timeless designs. Banana Republic also put together a guide of travel outfit ideas as well.

Banana Republic also offers free delivery on orders over $50. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Banana Republic Paravel designs.

Today, Klipsch is out with two new sound bars, entering at some of the higher tiers of its stable of home theater audio offerings. The new flagship Klipsch Cinema 1200 is joined by the slightly lower-end Cinema 800 to bring Dolby Atmos into your setup complete with wireless subwoofers and up to 5.1.4-channel packages. With home theaters having more value than ever, we’re taking a hands-on look at the new Cinema 1200 to see just how good of a movie night experience Klipsch can deliver with its latest sound bar. Head below for all of the details.

Today, Anker is expanding its stable of charging stations with a new 3-in-1 offering that can refuel all of the gear in your Apple setup. Entering with a desktop- and nightstand-friendly form-factor, the new Anker PowerWave Go delivers a unique design that lets you go from refueling gear at home to charging on-the-go thanks to a convertible 10,000mAh power bank with integrated Qi charger to go alongside the dock itself. Now we’re taking a hands-on look at the latest charger, so head below for all of the details and our thoughts.

Earlier this year, the LEGO Group released the latest version of the galaxy’s most lovable droid, R2D2, as the more detailed recreation yet. Now we’re finally getting to take a hands-on look, to see just how authentic the most recent iteration is. Complete with over 2,300 pieces, the build packs in plenty of details alongside some working features. Head below for a closer look and all of our thoughts on the new LEGO R2-D2.

IK Multimedia is introducing its new AmpliTube X-GEAR digital effects pedals. These DSP-based stomp boxes bring the award-winning suite of guitar effects and more found in the company’s Amplitube modeling software to a more portable, physical form factor but also double as an audio interface for your home recording rig. Each of the four new AmpliTube X-GEAR digital effects pedals focus on a suite of specific FX and are now up for pre-order ahead of next month’s launch. More details below. 

Alongside announcing its Facecam yesterday, Elgato also released the Wave XLR and updated Stream Decks to bolster its live streaming lineup. The Wave:1 and Wave:3 microphones set themselves apart from other USB microphones by offering extremely customizable software, and Elgato has now brought that same feature set to XLR mics for those who want higher-quality audio. The Stream Deck update isn’t quite as big, though you’ll find removable USB-C cables and a redesigned face there as well. So without further ado, let’s take a closer look at Elgato’s latest products.

Today, Goal Zero is expanding its lineup of portable power stations with an all-new Yeti offering. Arriving as one of the more capable offerings from the brand, the new Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Core delivers 1200W of power alongside a rugged design and several ports to keep all of your gear charged while camping or tailgating. Head below for all of the details.

Today, the LEGO Group is announcing its latest BrickHeadz figure, this time unveiling yet another seasonal character. This time around, builders will be able to assemble La Catrina, the icon of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Complete with the same blocky design we’ve come to know and love from BrickHeadz, this set includes plenty of new printed pieces and a vibrant design to really match the theme. Head below for all of the details in the LEGO BrickHeadz La Catrina.

CASETiFY is celebrating nearly 85 years of magic with its new Disney princess collection. Six classic fairytale femmes are sharing the spotlight here, including Tiana, Cinderella, Mulan, Jasmine, Ariel, and Belle. Disney lovers will find plenty to gush over in this collection, with a wide array of phone cases, Apple Watch bands, wireless chargers, and more. Hit the jump to keep reading.

Today, ElevationLab is launching its latest Apple accessory, this time focusing its sights on the official MagSafe charger. In what is a seemingly simplistic add-on, the new MagBase arrives to tackle one of the more irritating parts of Apple’s in-house magnetic charger. Gripping to a desk or nightstand, the new ElevationLab MagBase allows you to take advantage of MagSafe refueling while still being able to remove your iPhone 12 from the charger with just one hand. More details below.

A couple of new Belkin Always-On Laptop Sleeves have surfaced both at Amazon and on the company’s website. One model targets 11- to 12-inch laptops, while the other will accommodate 13- to 14-inch devices. Instead of surrounding a notebook only when being taken from one place to another, these Belkin’s new sleeves hold MacBooks, Chromebooks, and other laptops in place, even when in use. Twelve South SuitCase takes a similar approach, but doesn’t physically hold the laptop in any way. Continue reading to learn more.

Elgato is one of the biggest names in streaming accessories, but is stepping into a new field with their first webcam deemed the Elgato Facecam. Featuring 1080p60 recording through a Sony Starvis CMOS sensor, it’s packing some great features for the $200 price point. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details and how it compares to the similarly priced Razer Kiyo Pro. 

Last month, the folks at Arcade1Up unleashed a new collection of scale arcade cabinets, bringing various classics into its lineup for the first time. Amongst those recent unveils, Turtles in Time was one of the machines that particularly caught our eye. And now for retro gamers who have the same soft spot for TMNT, pre-orders have gone live for those looking to bring it to their collections alongside yet another one of the brand’s popular cabinets. Head below for all of the details on the Arcade1Up pre-orders for both 4-player Turtles in Time and X-Men cabinets.

Today, Valve, the team behind Steam, announced the long-awaited portable gaming “powerhouse,” the Steam Deck. Sporting a 4-core 8-thread AMD Zen 2 processor and an 8-core RDNA 2 GPU, there’s plenty of power to play your favorite games on the go. There’s quite a lot to unpack here, including the fact that all models ship with the same performance spec with prices starting as low as $399. Pre-orders open tomorrow and it’s slated to start shipping by the end of the year. Let’s take a closer look.

Tory Burch has you ready for summer with its new collaboration with Shiseido Suncreen. If you’re not familiar with Shiseido, it’s a popular Japanese cosmetics company with instantly recognizable yellow packaging. This new collaboration features two styles of sunscreen in a stick or a bottle as well as a fashion collection to match. Inside the fashion line you’ll find a summer swim top, bikini, flip-flops, and a tote bag that complements the sunscreen design. The two brands are funding a yearlong clinical research program focused on skin cancer at Memorial Sloan Kettering. So be sure to find out more details about this collaboration below.