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SANDMARC is unleashing its lineup of leather Apple gear accessories today. Aptly named The Leather Collection, SANDMARC specializes in products for photographers, filmmakers, and travelers, but as we found out in our recent hands-on review of its gorgeous leather iPhone 13 case, it can also make some wonderful accessories for Apple users. After quite a lengthy process in the design lab over the last nine months, the brand is finally ready to unleash its latest leather sheaths and bands for all of the latest-generation Apple kit. Head below for a closer look. 

What was once a PlayStation-exclusive title comes to Xbox via Game Pass starting April 28. That’s right, Bugsnax, which was a launch title for the PlayStation 5, is making its way to quite a few new platforms later this month, including Microsoft’s Xbox One / Series lineup, Nintendo Switch, and even PC via Steam. This comes alongside a free update called The Isle of Bigsnax, so let’s take a look at all that’ll be coming to Bugsnax on April 28.

Today, Anker is launching its latest and most capable portable power station to date. The new PowerHouse 757 sits at the top of Anker’s offerings with a massive 1229Wh internal battery that’s supplemented by an arsenal of 13 ports. Now available for pre-order, all of the details are down below.

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• Apple’s latest M1 Mac mini returns to Amazon all-time low of $570 following $129 discount
• Anker spring Gold Box takes up to 37% off chargers, power banks, more from $14
• Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 256GB hits new 2022 low following $200 Amazon discount

As lightweight wireless gaming mice continue to dominate the consumer market, SteelSeries is out with two new models to cater to the MMO and MOBA player base. Coming in at 74g and 89g respectively, the SteelSeries Aerox 5 Wireless and Aerox 9 Wireless blend lightweight wireless performance with added utility thanks to additional buttons on the left side of the mice. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Last week Spigen unleashed its new ENZO iPhone 13 Italian leather case. Taking the company in an entirely new direction, the ENZO is a luxury-focused product looking to bring the brand’s protection tech into a high-end Italian leather-wrapped sheath for Apple’s latest flagship handsets. Add in some diamond-cut metal design elements with MagSafe charging, premium packaging, and a matching leather wrist strap, and you’re looking at the brand’s most elegant and luxurious offering to date, with a hefty price tag to match. Head below for our hands-on review of the new Spigen ENZO iPhone 13 Italian leather case as part of the latest entry in our Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

The fine folks at Unknown Worlds are hiring a “senior narrative designer” whose goal is to help the team “shape the next game in the Subnautica universe.” As a fully remote studio, Unknown Worlds is open to many different types of applicants, but the job itself gives a little insight as to what we can expect from this upcoming expansion of the Subnautica universe.

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• Apple Watch Series 7 now up to $85 off at new Amazon lows from $314
• AirPods 3 deliver Spatial Audio, MagSafe charging, and more at $150 (Save $29)
• Google Pixel 6 Pro sees rare unlocked Amazon discount to new all-time low

As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, Square Enix has now unveiled Kingdom Hearts 4 and a new Kingdom Hearts mobile game known as Missing-Link. The beloved Disney and Square Enix crossover franchise is celebrating 20 years in the game this year the right way with a new entry in the mainline franchise and the upcoming iOS (and Android) title with an all-new original story. Head below for more details on the latest coming from the world of Kingdom Hearts and the debut trailers.

Today, we’re getting a first look at the latest gift with purchase from LEGO. Set to release in the United States come May, the upcoming Children’s Amusement Park promotional build will come free on select orders and delivers a miniature fair setting. Head below for all of the details.

Cutting the cord on the pro model headset, the new HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless keeps a lot of the same features but adds massive battery life reaching up to 300 hours. Coming in at $200, this simple headset doesn’t innovate, but it does everything it’s supposed to really well. It might be my new favorite wireless gaming headset. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

At long last, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has been released. After spending years in development and following several delays over the years, the highly-anticipated title has arrived. But is all of the visual brick-built action worth the cash? We’re diving into what the most compressive and gorgeous-looking LEGO Star Wars game has to offer.

Today we are taking a look at the new Urbanears sustainable wireless earbuds – winner of “the Red Dot Best of the Best award for 2022.” As part of the audio brand’s focus on becoming climate neutral and just ahead of Earth day 2022, Urbanears is launching its new Boo and Boo Tip in-ear wireless buds hoping to “inspire the audio electronics industry to move towards a better sounding future and place development and sustainability at its core.” Head below for a closer look. 

It’s that time – Hello Neighbor 2 is officially ready to play, though the full release won’t happen until December 6. In the meantime, the game is available to enjoy in beta form for all those who pre-order the game on PlayStation, Xbox, or PC. Curious where Hello Neighbor 2 picks up from the previous game and how it continues the story? Well, it’s quite interesting, so let’s break it down below.

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• Save $219 on prev-gen. 2020 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Woot clearance sale
• Save $56 on Apple’s white Magic Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad Pro at an Amazon low
• Anker heads into weekend with rare iPhone and Android essential discounts from $12

Today, AOC is introducing the first product in its AGON PRO category of monitors with the AG254FG, a 1080p 360Hz display that’s made with professionals in mind. It uses a Fast IPS panel and features a 1ms GtG response with with both NVIDIA G-SYNC and the brand’s Reflex Latency Analyzer to help reduce system latency. What else does the AOC AGON PRO 24-inch 360Hz monitor have? Let’s take a closer look.

After bringing its composite fabric treatment to Apple’s latest 14- and 16-inch M1 MacBooks back in February, Incase is introducing its new Woolenex Case for AirPods 3 today. Coming alongside the new Reform Sport model, the Woolenex option is looking to bring something somewhat new to the table for Apple’s latest edition wireless earbuds with a weather-resistant almost knitted fabric approach. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

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• Apple’s just-released iPad Air 5 256GB falls to new all-time low at $70 off
• Google’s Nest Hub 2nd Gen comes bundled with latest Nest Cam Indoor at $150 ($200 value)
• DJI FPV Drone bundle with goggles returns to all-time low at $300 off for spring

Today, the LEGO Group is announcing its latest collaboration thanks to a partnership with Epic Games. Looking to get in on all of the excitement of the metaverse, the two companies are offering a more accessible twist as the brands focus on creating a safe space for younger builders looking to journey to an online community.

Update: Mario Golf is now available on Nintendo Switch for Switch Online Expansion pack members. More details here. 

Nintendo just recently took to its official Twitter feed to announce Mario Golf for Switch Online. After seeing it bring Earthworm Jim 2 and Dig Dug II to the SNES and NES library last week, Mario Golf is now scheduled to launch later this month for the Nintendo 64 Expansion Pack tier. This announcement comes on the heels of hover racer F-ZERO X making its debut on Nintendo’s N64 online library back in early March, and now joins the already available Mario Tennis and Mario Kart 64 as the next sports-related titles from the Mushroom Kingdom to hit the N64 library. More details below. 

Dual monitor setups are getting more common, but one way to get the same screen real estate without two separate displays is by going with a DQHD screen like the Monoprice Dark Matter 49-inch monitor. Falling under the Dark Matter gaming brand, the new 49-inch monitor boasts a 32:9 aspect ratio 5120×1440 resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate. That also translates well into a screen that makes productivity even easier. Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details of this screen that blends work and play into a single super-ultra-wide monitor. 

Today Nikon announced the all-new NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S lens for its lineup of mirrorless cameras. Designed to reduce the overall weight and have outstanding performance, you can pre-order this new lens today, though the wait time is expected to be fairly long.

Grovemade – maker of fine desktop and Apple gear accessories – is introducing the latest generation of its new Desk Shelf. Not unlike the Oakywood model we reviewed previously, Grovemade is taking a higher-end approach to adding some additional storage space to your desktop. Available in a range of natural wood materials, the new Grovemade Desk Shelf is “designed to last a lifetime” and deliver a premium experience for a pair of monitors with additional storage space underneath and an integrated cable management system of sorts. Head below for a closer look. 

If you’re ready for Starfield to launch, so am I. However, we’ll just be in this together and enjoy the little peeks inside the game that Bethesda gives us leading up to November. The latest trailer? Well, it gives us a more in-depth look at VASCO, “your next favorite Companion.” One of several companions you’ll meet in traveling Starfield, let’s take a closer look at who VASCO is and what all we can expect in the upcoming release.

Today, Anker is adding an entirely new product to its already broad lineup with the debut of its upcoming AnkerMake M5 3D Printer. Marking a first for the primarily smartphone accessory centric brand, the new release delivers a few key features like five times faster printing, an integrated camera for detecting misprints, and more.

TP-Link just released its first video doorbell alongside a new outdoor security camera under the Kasa lineup of smart home devices. These new smart cameras will work seamlessly within the existing Kasa smart home ecosystem while adding additional security to your home.

Today, Elgato introduced the next-generation HD60 X capture card, designed to help you take your streaming setup to the next level. The HD60 X is designed for using with the latest consoles in mind, as it can stream and record 1080p60 HDR10 footage while passing through up to 1440p120, 1080p240, or even 4K60 HDR10. What else can the Elgato HD60 X HDMI capture card do? Let’s take a closer look.

Spigen is officially launching its new premium Italian leather iPhone 13 case today. The brand is well known around here for its affordable Apple gear accessories and cases that generally hit above their pay grade – its Mag Armor case landed in our Best iPhone 13 cases of the year 2021 Edition feature, but the brand is looking in an entirely new direction with today’s reveal of the “luxury without compromise” ENZO iPhone 13 case. Head below for more details. 

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• Apple Watch SE sees $49 Gold Box discount starting at 2022 lows of $230
• Take Apple’s new M1 Pro chip for a spin with $200 off latest 14-inch MacBook Pro
• HP Chromebase AiO returns to all-time low at $160 off with 22-inch rotating screen

Today, Novation is unveiling its brand-new FL Studio keyboard controller. The new FLkey MIDI keyboards now join the rest of Novation’s controllers for music creators and beat makers with a series of dedicated features for Imagine Line’s popular FL Studio DAW. While specifically tailored for FL Studio hip-hip and EDM producers, it essentially allows anyone to get hands-on with their beats and sounds without having to rely on a mouse, much like its Launchpad grid controllers we explored after full Logic Pro support was rolled out. Designed to put FL Studio’s wonderful sequencer-based music creation ecosystem directly beneath your fingertips and to deliver an all-round MIDI keyboard experience for just about any DAW, we had a chance to go hands-on with the new FLkey ahead of release today to see what it was capable of. Head below for a closer look at our impressions of the new FL Studio keyboard controller in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys. 

After seeing a collection of new Jurassic World: Dominion sets revealed earlier in the year, it seems that the LEGO Group has indeed saved the best for last. Revealed by a retailer ahead of its official launch later in the month, the new set arrives as the largest build in the wave and pits two massive brick-built dinos against each other.

Update: SANDMARC is now offering 9to5Toys readers an exclusive $5 off the Pro Leather cases on review down below using code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. 

Today we are taking a hands-on look at the new SANDMARC MagSafe-ready leather and metal iPhone 13 case. Designed to work alongside the brand’s range of iPhone lens attachments, the Pro leather case is also an eye-catching option on its own if you ask me. Wrapped in “top-grain leather” with a MagSafe-compatible design and a gunmetal aluminum machined camera protection rig, it delivers what could only be described as a more premium solution without getting up into the $50+ price range. We got a chance to go hands-on with the recent release and now it is time to weigh in with our SANDMARC leather and metal iPhone 13 case review as part of the Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

Renpho today is expanding its lineup of connected fitness accessories with the debut of its very first smart treadmill. Arriving with support for the companion iOS and Android app, there are 15 workout presets geared towards everyone from beginners to more advanced runners. Now available for purchase, you can get all of the details and lock-in a launch discount below.

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.

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• AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging hit best price of the year at $174 (Save $75), more
• Apple Watch Series 7 goes on $69 off Gold Box, 41mm: $330, 45mm: $360
• iPhone 12/mini fall to new all-time lows from $390 in refurbished Woot sale (Save $309)

In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Officially refurbished M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro, iPad mini 6 $459, DJI Mavic 3 $150 off, and much more…

XGIMI is refining its projector line-up with a new upgraded version of its portable workhorse. The XGIMI Halo+ keeps a similar overall design and feature set as the older model we got to review last year, but now it’s brighter and has some more intelligent features that make it easier to use. Be sure to hit the video below and check out all of the details. 

Dell has announced a new USB-C laptop dock capable of delivering 90W of power to your device. But, there is something different here. This dock includes a built-in Qi wireless charger for your phone capable of delivering 12W. Along with the new Dual Dock, Dell has teamed up with Tile to make sure you never lose your laptop stylus again.

Today, Apple is bringing the latest M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBooks to its official Certified Refurbished Storefront. Marking the first time we’ve seen first-party cash discounts on the new releases, you can now save $200 or more across both 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros running the latest chips that Apple Silicon has to offer.

Last month, Casely unveiled its new Power Pod – a MagSafe portable battery that snaps right onto the back of your iPhone 12 or 13. In usual Casely fashion, the magnetic portable battery pack is available in a number of wild colorways and patterns including everything from bright swirls and pastel matte finishes to one plastered in happy faces, the cow print you see on display here today, and several others. Along with the TikTok-worthy designs, it can also be used as a Qi charging pad of sorts for your other mobile kit including AirPods and other wireless earbud cases. Head below below for our hands-on review of the new Casely Power Pod MagSafe portable battery in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys.