Pre-orders
Looking to lock-in the latest tech and toys before the launch date and even score some price cuts along the way? Below you’ll find a selection of products that are now available for pre-order.
pre-orders Overview • Updated February 11, 2022
Looking to lock-in the latest tech and toys before the launch date and even score some price cuts along the way? Below you’ll find a selection of products that are now available for pre-order.
The MSI Claw is finally available for purchase. The newest entry into the world of Windows gaming handhelds was first revealed to start the year, and now it’s officially shipping after going up for pre-order earlier in the month.
Fujifilm is launching its latest instant camera. The new Instax Mini 99 isn’t quite as capable as some other high-end releases, but it does offer far more control over your photos than those that have come before it.
The very first round of BrickLink Designer Program LEGO sets are finally here. It’s been years since the Series 1 releases were first locked in, and now you can finally pre-order them. Each of these models have been submitted by LEGO fans themselves, offering a little extra from what a traditional set would. There’s five new models up for pre-order right now, and we break everything down below.
After being revealed over the past few days, you can now pre-order the upcoming LEGO Star Wars 25th anniversary sets. As of now, only two of the sets are available ahead of the March 1 release date, but we’ll be updating as the listings go live.
Belkin has been soaking in the spotlight all week as one of the first brands at CES 2024 to reveal an updated charger lineup featuring Qi2 tech. Now to close out the week, the company is bookending all of the reveals by launching a pair of new magnetic chargers. There’s a new folding Qi2 charger being joined by a 2-in-1 Belkin offering with optional Apple Watch fast charging adapter.
Bose is back today with a new pair of headphones. Actually, make that a new pair of earbuds, too. The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra series debuts as two different takes on the brand’s flagship listening experience, bringing a heavy focus on more immersive audio and even better active noise cancellation. Both the new headphones and earbuds are available for pre-order, too.
GoPro today is out with its latest action camera, the new HERO 12 Black. Arriving with the same form-factor as previous models, the brand’s latest steps up to deliver twice the runtime thanks to a new Enduro battery, alongside 5.3K recording, HyperSmooth 6.0, and other upgrades.
Ultimate Ears today is launching its latest portable Bluetooth speaker. Meet the new Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM. Arriving as one of the company’s larger portable speakers, the upcoming release still packs its signature fabric design, waterproof build, and one-tap Magic Button. But new this time around is a more capable speaker array and adaptive EQ tech.
Earlier this year at CES, Samsung took to the showcase to reveal its latest OLED G9 monitor. Bringing vibrant colors and added contrast to your battle station, the new curved 49-inch display will be arriving this summer. Ahead of time, you can reserve the upcoming monitor to lock in pre-order savings and score Samsung’s latest for less.
After seeing Amazon roll out a few updates across the rest of its hardware lineup last week, today the company is back to launch its most capable tablet yet. The new Fire Max 11 lives up to its name as the largest form-factor yet from Amazon, debuting with some productivity-focused accessories and a $230 price tag.
On top of its colorful new addition to the Alexa speaker lineup, Amazon today is also showcasing its new version of its compact smart display. The Echo Show 5 brings the brand’s voice assistant to a 5.5-inch screen, and now with that there’s even better sounding internal speakers as well as a sustainable build crafted of recycled materials. Now available for pre-order, everything new about Amazon’s latest is detailed below.
Belkin is gearing up to launch its latest earbuds, this time around packing some features we don’t normally see in such an affordable price point. The new SoundForm Pulse earbuds from Belkin not only arrive with ANC at $120, but also with 35-hour battery life and multipoint Bluetooth connectivity ahead of launching later this month.
After getting a first look at four new Kong characters making their debut into the LEGO collection earlier in the week, today we’re getting an official reveal of the first full LEGO Donkey Kong set. Due out later this summer in August, the upcoming Donkey Kong’s Tree House set continues the brick-built Nintendo action that Mario started a few years back. There’s also three other new Donkey Kong sets coming this summer, too.
Continuing to refresh its lineup of portable power stations, Jackery is now launching its most capable release yet. The new Explorer 3000 Pro arrives as its most capable model so far, centered around a 3,024Wh battery with enough juice to keep the family going for 48 hours at a time. Launching later this month, you can lock in pre-order discounts at up to $400 off.
Just after being shown off in last week’s episode of The Mandalorian, the LEGO Group today is officially revealing another new kit from the series. The horrifying Spider Tank skulking around the mines of Mandalore just made its debut into Star Wars canon, and is now being immortalized as a new set launching later this summer. Now available for pre-order, we break down what to expect from LEGO set number 75361.
Pokémon’s latest trading card game expansion is slated to launch come the end of March, delivering the first chance to bring cards from Scarlet and Violet to your collection. Complete with over 200 new cards featuring Pokémon from Paldea and beyond, the upcoming TCG expansion is now seeing some pre-order discounts courtesy of Amazon ahead of shipping at the end of the month.
As the LEGO Star Wars news heats up for the rest of the year, today we’re getting a look at two upcoming creations out of The Mandalorian season three. Including a model that was just shown off in the first episode that premiered last week with the new LEGO Pirate Snub Fighter, there’s also a scaled-down version of a now iconic ship thanks to the N-1 Microfighter, and both of the new builds will begin releasing later this spring in May.
After a new batch of sets launched for the start of the month today, it seems the LEGO Group had one more surprise in store for builders. Unexpectedly showing off an all-new Star Wars set dropping on May 1, the new Executor Super Star Destroyer stacks up to 630 pieces and is now available for pre-order.
Today, GravaStar is launching the latest addition to its lineup of Bluetooth speakers. Known for their unique designs, the all-new Supernova steps that up a notch with an even more eye-catching design that integrates LED lights with a distinctly mecha form-factor. Plus, a companion USB-C charger that delivers even more of the robotic elements in a compact and adorable build. Now for launch day, we’re taking a hands-on look at both of the new reveals down below.
After getting an exclusive first look at the latest additions to the LEGO Star Wars helmet series earlier in the week, today the new builds are officially being revealed. Now available for pre-order ahead of the March 1 launch date, the new Commander Cody and Captain Rex Helmets expand the LEGO lineup at the $69.99 price points.
Ring has become something of the name in smart home security, and now for the New Year is looking to extend that reach even further. Debuting its very first dash camera, the new Ring Car Cam debuts with the same stable of features you’d expect from its at-home releases and is now available for pre-order with some savings attached.
This week, Microsoft announced an all-new Windows PC lineup with the Surface Pro 9, Surface Laptop 5, and Surface Studio 2+. All are available for pre-order for an October 24 release date, though the Surface Laptop 5 and Pro 9 can also be purchased at Amazon as well as Microsoft and other retailers. What do Microsoft’s latest releases bring to the table? Let’s take a closer look down below.
Amazon today is now refreshing its lineup of Fire HD tablets today with four new offerings. Focused on improved performance, there’s also 13-hour battery life and USB-C packed into lighter builds than before. Now available for pre-order, there’s also some Kids models hitting the scene, as well.
After stealing the show back at CES in January, Samsung’s glorious new curved monitor is finally on the way. Deemed the Odyssey Ark, Samsung’s latest desktop offering arrives with an eye-catching mini-LED panel to complement the unique curved form-factor. Now available for pre-order at long last, there are $300 in savings attached for early adopters.
After seeing the LEGO Group finally partner with Hasbro earlier in the delivering a brick-built Optimus Prime, all bets were off for crazy collaborations we’d like to see from Transformers. Canon is now the latest company to take on the task of bringing the robots in disguise into a new form-factor, with the camera company applying its usual mirrorless designs to the iconic Transformers brand.
Today, Brydge is launching the latest addition to its stable of MacBook docking stations. Marking only the second Thunderbolt 4 option to land in the lineup, the new Brydge ProDock takes a unique approach by delivering a smattering of I/O in a verticle form factor for one of Apple’s latest MacBooks.
Last we checked in with Call of Duty, the best teams in the competitive league were squaring off in Brooklyn with the Major IV tournament. Today, we’re now getting a teaser as to what’s next from the popular franchise, with the announcement of Call of Duty Next, a live event later this fall. Showcasing the future of the series including gameplay coverage of Modern Warfare II’s multiplayer modes and more, there’s also information on the first round of beta access for those who pre-ordered the game.
After being teased yesterday and our subsequent report on what to expect from the latest Ideas set, the new LEGO The Office kit has been officially revealed. Landing on October 1, the upcoming brick-built recreation of Dunder Mifflin is packed with 15 different LEGO minifigures of the cast from the popular mockumentary series including Michael Scott, Jim Halpert, Pam Beesly, and more.
Today, Nura is announcing its latest true wireless earbuds dubbed the NuraTrue Pro. These enhanced earbuds offer a number of improvements over the previous-generation and we’ve spent the past few weeks using them ahead of today’s launch. Delivering CD-quality lossless audio over Bluetooth, these earbuds are some of the first to market with Qualcomm’s latest aptX Lossless technology. On top of that, NuraTrue Pro also pack Nura’s patented custom-tailored audio experience, spatial processing, and adaptive active noise cancellation. So, how well do NuraTrue Pro hold up to Apple’s AirPods Pro, and when do they officially launch? Let’s take a closer look below.
Today, RiotPWR is launching the latest addition to its controller lineup in collaboration with Microsoft. Designed for Xbox Cloud Gaming, the new RiotPWR iPhone Controller sports Lightning passthrough charging to complement a refreshed color scheme and more.
Following up last year’s Infinity Gauntlet set, the LEGO Group is returning for 2022 in order to assemble another new iconic MCU prop into brick-built form. Giving builders a look at the next LEGO set to join the Marvel lineup this summer, the upcoming Nano Gauntlet arrives straight out of Avengers: Endgame with 680 pieces and all six Infinity Stones in tow. Now available for pre-order, all of the other details are down below.
Update: Both of the new LEGO Obi-Wan sets are now available for pre-order ahead of August 1. The Obi-Wan Kenobi Jedi Starfighter enters at $29.99 and the Inquisitor Transport Scythe is $99.99. Amazon has both the Starfighter and Transport, as well.
Today, we’re getting a first look at a pair of upcoming LEGO Star Wars sets focused around Obi-Wan Kenobi. With the new Disney+ series slated to premiere at the end of the week, there are a pair of LEGO summer 2022 kits featuring the Jedi that you can check out for the first time down below.
May the 4th may have come and gone, but today we’re getting a look at a pair of new life-size collectibles from the Hasbro Black Series collection. Debuting ahead of Kenobi’s Disney+ premiere later on in the month, the upcoming Obi-Wan Force FX Elite Lightsaber is joined by a new Hasbro electronic Darth Vader helmet. Now available for pre-order, all of the details are down below on these authentic collectibles.
Today, the LEGO Group is giving us an official first look at what to expect from the upcoming summer Marvel lineup. Delivering a notable follow-up to the life-size Thor’s hammer from earlier this year, a new full-scale collectible LEGO MCU set will be joining the Marvel summer 2022 lineup this August in the form of the adorable Baby Groot.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Today, Anker is launching the latest addition to its smart home stable with the most versatile offering yet. Arriving with a 2-in-1 design that upgrades the front door, the new eufy See-Everything Smart Lock is available for pre-order with a 2K sensor, motion detection, and built-in fingerprint scanner. Head below for more.
With Steam Deck reservations open and delivery slated for later this year right now, you might be wondering what titles will be compatible with the portable gaming system. While we took a look a few weeks ago at the fact that under 100 titles will be “compatible” with the portable computer, we now have easier ways to check what games work and what ones don’t. Keep reading to find out which Steam games you own are compatible, somewhat compatible, and which flat out won’t work.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.