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Corsair K70 RGB Pro review: A solid gaming keyboard packed with features [Video]

CORSAIR K70 RGB PRO Wired Keyboard

For quality gaming keyboards, Corsair is one of the biggest names in the game. Today we’re going hands-on with one of its latest – the Corsair K70 RGB Pro. With a variety of Cherry MX switch options and rich features like media keys, detachable wrist rest, and USB-C cable, how does it perform for the $160-$170 price point? Be sure to hit the video below to find out. 

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Ride for 200 miles per charge on Delfast’s electric dirt bike at $100 off, more in New Green Deals

Now that it’s sunny and warm outside, you might be ready to head outside and enjoy some wind in your face. Well, how does 50 MPH wind sound…for 200 miles of riding? That’s exactly what the Delfast Top 3.0 electric dirt bike delivers. It’s rated to go up to 20 MPH on the road and 50 MPH offroad for as far as 200 miles on a single charge. All of that comes in at $100 off its normal going rate, making now a great time to pick up this premium electric dirt bike. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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OWC launches new aluminum bootable USB-A/C portable SSD the size of a flash drive

OWC Envoy Pro mini SSD

OWC – known for everything from enterprise tech solutions to consumer storage and Apple gear accessories – is introducing its brand new mini SSD. Positioned as a “pocket-sized SSD with full-sized SSD performance,” the new OWC Envoy Pro mini is essentially a fully-featured solid-state drive that fits in a housing the size of a typical flash drive. Reaching impressive speeds with basically universal compatibility, it is designed to work with everything from the latest Apple gear right back to legacy devices from over the last 15 years as well as game consoles – it can even be configured as a boot drive. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new OWC Envoy Pro mini SSD. 

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ASUS’ new ROG Flow X16 gaming laptop with 1,100-nit miniLED display sets a high bar

Today, ASUS announced an update to its ROG Flow lineup of gaming laptops with the X16. Designed as “the most powerful convertible gaming laptop,” there’s plenty of specs here to run your on-the-go gaming setup. You’ll find a Ryzen 9 6900HS processor, the RTX 3070 Ti graphics card, and DDR5 RAM in tow. It also has up to a 2TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD for large projects or games, and there’s a second M.2 slot for even more storage, should you need it. There’s a lot more to like about the new ASUS ROG Flow X16 miniLED gaming laptop, so let’s take a closer look.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 17, 2022 – Twelve South Mac stands from $31, OnePlus 9 $230 off, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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GEN3’s Stride e-bike with step-thru design and 40-mile range now $1,100, more in New Green Deals

Are you tired of high gas prices? Well, GEN3’s Stride step-thru e-bike is a great way to sidestep those while still getting around town with ease. It can travel as far as 40 miles on a single charge and ride at up to 20 MPH, making it a great way traverse the city this spring or summer. Right now it’s on sale for $400 off, dropping to just $1,100 shipped at Best Buy, which is the first discount we’ve seen so far this year. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Tested: Is Samsung’s new Endurance microSD for always-on video worth it at 100MB/s?

Samsung Endurance PRO camera microSD cards

After taking a hands-on look at the brand’s latest T7 Shield SSD and speed-focused memory cards earlier this year, it is now time for the new Endurance PRO camera microSD cards. The latest models in Samsung’s PRO Endurance line were unveiled earlier this month with a design specifically focused on home and enterprise security systems, front door cams, and other always-on video monitoring applications. Sacrificing some speed in favor of reliability for the long haul, these cards are rated for as much as 140,000 hours of continuous capturing, and it’s now time to take a closer look in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys

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Fall Guys is going FREE with cross-play on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, more in June

Fall Guys multiplayer party game FREE

Update June 21, 2022: Fall Guys free to play now live on all major platforms as per the original announcement details below: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and Epic Store PC.

Get ready for more bean-based shenanigans as multiplayer party game Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is preparing to go FREE and hit new platforms. Fans of the game have been waiting for the hit to new platforms, and today, developer Mediatonic announced it would be getting the free-to-play treatment come next month, alongside its debut on Nintendo Switch, Xbox consoles, and the Epic Games Store for PC gamers. Head below for more details on the soon-to-be-free multiplayer party game as well as details on cross-play features and the new content coming to Fall Guys. 

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TP-Link expands Tapo smart home lineup with $30 2K indoor camera, RGB LED strips, more

Today, TP-Link is introducing a newly expanded Tapo lineup of smart home products to give your house better security and lighting at budget prices. As part of the refresh, there are four 2K cameras being launched as well as an RGB LED light strip, and pricing across the board starts at just $30 for the TP-Link Tapo 2K camera. So, what all do these products bring to your smart home? Let’s take a closer look.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 16, 2022 – iPad Air 5 from $559, Galaxy Buds 2 $110, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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LEGO launches new Ideas Cosmic Cardboard Adventures set, here’s how to score it for FREE

Shop now/Freebie

Today, the LEGO Group is launching its latest creation brought to us by the Ideas community. Stacking up to just over 200 pieces, the new Cosmic Cardboard Adventures set arrives as the most recent gift with purchase set from LEGO is is now available for free on select orders. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO model and everything you need to know for adding it to your collection.

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Sony unveils new PlayStation Plus game lineup, classic PS2/PS3/PSP titles, more

Black Friday PlayStation Plus deals

Sony has now unveiled the new PlayStation Plus games lineup. Set to launch this summer, Sony has finally decided to revamp its monthly subscription service to combine it with PS Now, putting it more or less on the same page with what Xbox gamers have been enjoying for years now with what is known as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. The new PlayStation Plus games will include big-time hits from Ubisoft, Insomniac, FromSoftware, Housemarque, Naughty Dog, and much more. Head below the fold for a complete look at the launch titles for the new PlayStation Plus ahead of launch next month. 

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Greenworks electric mower spring sale takes 15% off, more in New Green Deals

Heading into the weekend, Greekworks is kicking off its latest sale and discounting a selection of its popular electric mowers in the process. Taking 15% off a selection of ways to get the lawn in shape for spring, you’ll find high-end self-propelled models to go alongside more affordable ways to kick gas and oil to the curb. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Review: Synology’s RT6600ax router pairs exceptional Wi-Fi 6 with robust NAS features

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Late last year, Synology announced the new RT6600ax Wi-Fi 6 router. Serving as the modern update to its previous combination router and NAS, this new offering finally began shipping this week. With Wi-Fi 6 support out of the box, we’re seeing just what Synology’s usual NAS expertise brings to the table for its latest networking upgrade.

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9to5Toys Daily: May 13, 2022 – iPhone 13 spring cases $40, OnePlus 10 Pro promos, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Venture beyond Dream Land as Kirby 64 now scheduled to hit Switch Online next week

Kirby 64 for Switch Online

Nintendo took to its official Twitter feed to announced Kirby 64 for Switch Online. After Kirby’s latest adventure to the Forgotten Land received solid reviews while delivering the titular character’s first true jump into three dimensions, Nintendo will be dishing up a chance for its Expansion tier subscribers to revisit the N64-era Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards via its online service later this month. Head below for more details and a closer look at the brand new launch trailer as well.

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Hands-on: Pokémon’s Astral Radiance TCG expansion excites with all-new Hisuian artworks

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After first being revealed back in March, today we’re going hands-on with the new Pokémon Astral Radiance. Slated to release later this month, the latest expansion to the Pokémon TCG is the first to bring new forms and artwork from Legends: Arceus into card game with 180 refreshed or entirely new releases. So ahead of launch, we’re diving into some first impressions for the new cards to see how everything Astral Radiance stacks up.

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Quick! Grab the Nintendo wireless N64 controller while it’s still in stock at $50

In-stock/$50

Along with the announcement of Nintendo 64 games coming to Switch Online, Nintendo unveiled the updated N64 wireless controller that has been very hard to purchase ever since. And now’s your chance to score one directly from Nintendo at $49.99 with $5 shipping. But you better act fast as the listing has already gone in and out of stock. Be sure to login in to your Nintendo account, add it to your cart, and checkout as soon as possible while you still have a chance at one. More details in our launch coverage and down below. 

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Popular electric Rad Power Bikes see rare $100 discounts, more in New Green Deals

It’s National Bike Month and now one of our favorite e-bike makers is rolling out the savings for the occasion. Right now, you can score $100 discounts on nearly all of the EVs in Rad Power Bikes’ stable. Including models perfect for commuting to and from the office as well as utility e-bikes and more, these are some of the best discounts to date. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Microsoft’s new Deep Pink Xbox controller pre-orders live with matching Razer charging stand

official pink Xbox controller

The new official pink Xbox controller is now available for pre-order. Microsoft unleashed the latest addition to its current-generation Xbox wireless controllers recently with the vibrant Deep Pink colorway. It’s joined by the matching Razer magnetic Quick Charging Stand. This controller joins the existing lineup, which includes the shiny Aqua Shift treatment we saw unveiled last summer. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

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9to5Toys Daily: May 12, 2022 – M1 iPad Pro $199 off, Philips Hue mix and match sale, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Roku refreshes Ultra streamer with Voice Remote Pro, dedicated Apple TV+ button and all

Roku Black Friday

Roku today is refreshing the flagship end of its streaming media player lineup with the latest Ultra. Bringing its Voice Remote Pro into the package, scoring the brand’s most capable home theater streaming upgrade will now let you take advantage of hands-free voice control, the dedicated Apple TV+ button, remote locator tech, and more.

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New Mario Strikers Battle League gameplay just hit the pitch, 8-players on one Switch, more

Mario Strikers Battle League

Now that Switch Sports is out in the wild, it’s time to turn our attention to the new Mario Strikers Battle League ahead of its launch next month. The next big sports outing for the Mushroom Kingdom has Mario and friends taking the pitch in Nintendo’s latest themed soccer title. Centered around what sounds like a version of European football Nintendo has invented known as Strike, it is described as a “soccer-like sport with no rules” where players do whatever it takes to win. Nintendo has just launched a new overview trailer with nearly five minutes of gameplay footage and details. Head below for a closer look. 

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LEGO officially reveals new 1,500-piece Optimus Prime Transformer set

After the LEGO Group confirmed that it would be teaming up with Hasbro to bring the leader of the Autobots into brick-built form yesterday, we’re now getting an official look at the new Optimus Prime set. Stacking up to over 1,500 pieces and recreating the iconic converting robot, the set will stand over 13 inches tall and releases on June 1. Head below for all of the details on the new LEGO Optimus Prime Transformer.

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Teenage Engineering unveils wild new must-see OP-1 Field synth gadget for content creators

Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field

The new Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field has arrived. After debuting its hybrid TX-6 audio interface mixer and synth combo last month, the design team at Teenage Engineering has now unveiled its latest creation, the gorgeous new OP-1 Field. Saying its an updated version of the original OP-1 that took the boutique hardware synth world by storm years ago is accurate, but it’s also a serious understatement. TE has packed in “100 new features” leaving musicians, song makers, sound designers, and content creators with a beautiful and powerful new device that delivers a host of synthesizers and sampling engines, loads of built-in effects, a series of hardware recording options, enhanced version of its wacky and wonderful sequencers, and so much more. Get a closer look at the new Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field instrument and recorder below. 

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Tested: Brydge Stone Pro Thunderbolt 4 dock packs 11 ports into a versatile upright design

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Brydge is finally entering the ever-competitive Thunderbolt 4 dock market with its very first offering. Looking to stay competitive, the brand is employing a unique vertical design to go alongside 11 ports and 5K 60Hz display output support. But is it worth choosing over other models on the market? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review is unboxing the Brydge Stone Pro TB4 for a closer look.

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EGO’s Power+ electric hedge trimmer sees $74 discount, more in New Green Deals

Spring weather means it is time to get out there and start making sure your yard is in shape. Today we’re tracking a notable discount on an electric tool to help the cause, with EGO’s Power+ Hedge Trimmer helping you make last year your last time relying on gas or oil. Now down to a new all-time low at $74 off, there hasn’t been a better time to switch over to this essential electric tool. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Check out the new 8-bit Converse Chuck Taylor Pokémon sneakers

Converse Pokémon sneakers

Some new Converse Pokémon sneakers are about to drop. In the world of sneaker video game collaborations, many of designs tend to be, let’s say, a little over the top and not something someone might actually want on their feet. But the new Converse Pokémon sneakers buck the trend with an arguably more pared down, minimalist approach outside of the flashy, mostly flat colorways on display here. The crossover capsule collection will deliver four Pokémon Chuck Taylors, each themed after some of the most beloved pocket monsters in the long-running series. Head below for a closer look. 

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9to5Toys Daily: May 11, 2022 – M1 Mac mini $129 off, Google Wifi System from $85, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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LEGO officially confirms new Optimus Prime set rolling out in June, here’s our first look

Update: The LEGO Group has officially revealed the new 1,500-piece Optimus Prime, which you can check out right here.

Today, the LEGO Group has officially confirmed that its rumored partnership with Hasbro is in fact on the horizon. Rolling out later this summer, the two iconic toy companies will be joining forces to assemble a brick-built version of Optimus Prime in LEGO form. While we wait for an official reveal, everything you need to know about the Transformer is detailed down below.

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Review: 1MORE’s new EVO ANC earbuds make a great first impression with audiophile-grade sound

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Today, 1MORE is expanding its stable of true wireless earbuds with an all-new pair. Enter the EVO ANC Earbuds, which take on a unique focus to try and court audiophiles over to the cordless side of personal listening. With a long list of features that make 1MORE’s latest compelling on paper, we’re taking a hands-on look to see how the EVO ANC Earbuds actually stack up.

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Gotrax’s folding e-bike packs a 50-mile range at $120 off, more in New Green Deals

Spring time is the perfect occasion to finally get in the EV game and today is seeing a notable discount on one of Gotrax’s latest. Its recently-refreshed folding e-bike is now down to an Amazon all-time low at $120 off, delivering a 50-mile range and more in the process. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Caudabe launches new green Sheath Cases to match Apple’s Alpine iPhone 13 at 15% off

Caudabe Mountain Green iPhone 13 case
Brand new/15% off

Apple revealed the new Alpine handset colorway back in March and Caudabe has just unleashed its brand new Mountain Green iPhone 13 case to go alongside it. Caudabe has been a mainstay in best of roundups for quite some time and it is now ready to reveal its latest colorway to accommodate the new green iPhone 13, 13 Pro, and 13 Max. Best of all, pre-orders are 15% off from now through the end of the week. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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New MagSafe kickstand iPhone 13 SUPCASE with modular belt clip, screen protector, more

new protective MagSafe case for iPhone 13 Pro Max from SUPCASE

SUPCASE – a brand regularly featured in our yearly roundup of the best options out there – has just released its brand new protective MagSafe case for iPhone 13 Pro Max. The just-released Unicorn Beetle Pro Mag Case is the brand’s first MagSafe offering in its highly-protective UB lineup delivering a dedicated magnetic connector that transforms into a kickstand alongside a host of other features to make it stand out from the pack like an included and removable belt clip attachment. Head below for a closer look. 

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9to5Toys Daily: May 10, 2022 – Save on M1 iMac, Galaxy S22 series, DJI Mavic 3, more

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple PodcastsGoogle Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

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Lengthy new Gotham Knights gameplay trailer hits today; PS4/Xbox One versions cancelled

Gotham Knights gameplay new

Warner Bros. Games in Montreal has been hard at work on the new Gotham Knights title for years before its official unveil back in 2022. But today it has unleashed a lengthy 13-minute gameplay demo of the spin-off Dark Knight open world action experience, detailing Nightwing and Red Hood combat and traversal mechanics. While it has been much easier to get your hands on current-generation hardware as of late (at least on the Xbox side of things), today’s new Gotham Knights trailer also comes with some not so good news for players still hunkering down with a PS4 or Xbox One. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 OMNI smart robotic vacuum with auto mop refill, home monitoring, more now $150 off

ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 Turbo robot vacuum and mop hero
New low/$150 off

The new ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 autonomous robotic cleaning solutions deliver some of the brand’s most intelligent and high-tech cleaning experiences to your home. Today we are focused on the recently-released DEEBOT X1 OMNI robot vacuum combo with its new voice control system, a serious 5,000Pa suction power rating, Auto-Hot Air Drying, and OZMO 2.0 auto-mopping. It also packs in advanced mapping and obstacle avoidance tech as well as the quite elegant-looking OMNI multifunction dock that washes, dries, and refills the mop setup for “weeks of hassle-free cleaning.” Head below for a closer look and one of the very first price drops on the new ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 OMNI robot vacuum and mop. 

ECOVACS DEEBOT X1 OMNI $1399 (Reg $1549) with code TOYS1399.

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Ditch gas and oil this spring with Greenworks’ 24V electric chainsaw at $75, more in New Green Deals

If you’ve been cleaning up the yard for spring and are ready to finally transition yet another tool away from gas and oil, there’s never been a better time to bring Greenworks’ electric chainsaw into your kit. Dropping to an all-time low to go alongside the season change, this 10-inch model is down to $75 at Amazon. We also have a wide selection of Tesla, Greenworks, and other e-bike discounts in today’s New Green Deals, so you won’t want to miss that either.

Head below for other New Green Deals that we’ve found today and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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