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Proud owners of either the Xbox Series X or S can now have a compromise-free Mandalorian-themed controller at their fingertips. This is thanks to the launch of a refreshed Razer Mandalorian Beskar controller that fully adopts the design found in Microsoft’s latest controller. Instead of AAs, this unit is fueled by a rechargeable battery that is topped off using a magnetic charging stand. The design of both the controller and stand are inspired by Mando’s signature Beskar armor. Continue reading to learn more.

Black Friday is next week and we’re ready for the year’s largest shopping holiday to finally arrive. Well, almost ready. There are still a few ads that we’re waiting to get our hands on, and Newegg’s is finally here. With 50 pages of deals to browse alongside solid start and end times, Newegg’s Black Friday ad for 2021 is chock full of great deals in a wide variety of categories. So, if you’re interesting in savings on tech, home goods, TVs, and more this holiday season, keep reading to find out all that Newegg has in store for Black Friday 2021.

Smartish has now unveiled its new customizable MagSafe charger known as the Charge Dinghy. You’re looking at the Apple gear accessory maker’s new magnetic charging puck for iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 devices to join the stable of new cases and accessories we featured when Apple unleashed its latest handsets. You’ll find our hands-on reviews for the brand’s MagSafe Gripmunk case that’s compatible with the new customizable MagSafe charger as well as the fabric-wrapped Smartish cable wrangler as part of our Tested with 9to5Toys series, but for now, it’s time for the new Smartish Charge Dinghy. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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• AirPods Pro see $99 cert. refurb discount with Spatial Audio, more at $150
• Take up $149 off Apple’s latest M1 Mac mini at the best prices this holiday season
• Samsung’s Smart Monitors pack built-in AirPlay 2, Netflix, more from $230 (Save up to $150)

Today, we’re getting a first official look at the upcoming LEGO Star Wars 2022 lineup. With two sets slated to launch on January 1, both arrive with a focus on Hoth and building out your Imperial Army. Head below for all of the details.

One of the final Black Friday 2021 ads we’ve been waiting for has finally arrived. Amazon this morning is revealing all of the savings that’ll arrive from its 48-hour sale, including deep discounts on Echo devices, toys, and much more. Hit the jump for all of the Amazon Black Friday 2021 highlights ahead of Thanksgiving week.

This week is already off to an exciting start on the Black Friday 2021 front, and now Home Depot is continuing the action by releasing its new ad. Packed with discounts for the weekend warrior on your list, you’ll find everything from deep markdowns on tools to holiday home decor and more. Head below for all details.

With a focus on photography, Moment has just refreshed its lineup of cases with some new styles for the iPhone 13. Arriving with vibrant designs, MagSafe integration, and drop protection, the real star of the show is support for Moment’s lineup of smartphone lenses. Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review dives in to see just how these these fair as they augment your iPhone photography.

Amazon launched its very own batch of smart light switches earlier today. The new Amazon Basics Smart Switch lineup consists of four models: two that support dimming and two that do not. Unsurprisingly, every option bears a simplistic design that largely mimics what we’ve come to expect from the vast array of Amazon Basics products. Each switch works with Alexa and bears “Certified for Humans” branding. Both single pole and 3-way models are available for order. Continue reading to learn more.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of both Xbox and Halo, Microsoft is releasing the multiplayer beta for Halo Infinite early. Originally set to launch in December, we’re getting access a few weeks early here. The December 8 launch day is still the goal for Halo Infinite to release fully, but this beta period will help Microsoft shore up some last-minute bugs with real-world testing ahead of the date. What all is available during this early multiplayer beta for Halo Infinite? Let’s take a closer look.

Hyper is back again today with its new HyperDrive – a double or triple 4K display dock for MacBook. “Ditch the dongles and get your dock on” with the new all-in-one USB-C hub that supports MacBooks ranging from way back in 2016 right up to the brand new 14 and 16-inch models. Hyper is looking to consolidate the multi-display hub experience for MacBook users with its unique new HD134 and HD156 models, for the 13/14-inch and 15/16-inch models respectively. Head below for a closer look and some early pre-sale discounts. 

The Sephora Holiday Gift Guide is live and features the best new beauty items on the market. This includes makeup, perfume, and items for hair care and skin care. The guide also has price points for every budget, with sections for under $10, $15, $25, $75, and $100. Free shipping is also applied on all orders with the code FREESHIP at checkout. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Sephora Holiday Gift Guide.

After 9to5Toys’ first report back in October, today we’re getting a first look at four all-new LEGO Marvel sets due out in 2022. Including three new superhero mechs and a brick-built version of Iron Man from the Infinity Saga, you’ll want to check out everything down below the fold.

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• Woot’s 1-day Apple Watch and iPhone sale starts at $120 (Cert. Refurb)
• Bose QuietComfort 45 ANC Headphones see early Black Friday discount to $279 (Save $50)
• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max sees first discount to $35 (Save $20), more all-time lows from $18

Kicking off a week of new Black Friday 2021 info, the LEGO Group is now detailing all of its plans for the upcoming holiday savings event. Just before Thanksgiving week, you’ll be able to lock in some exclusive gifts with purchase sets, score double VIP points, and more. Check out all of the early Black Friday savings in the upcoming LEGO VIP Weekend 2021 sale down below.

Today, yet another one of the major Black Friday 2021 ads we’ve been waiting for has been unveiled, with Target finally giving shoppers a better idea of what to expect from the upcoming sale. Ranging from discounts on Apple Watch SE and AirPods Pro to the usual doorbusters on massive TVs and more, you’ll find a breakdown of the ad down below.

As the LEGO 2022 lineup begins to solidify, we’re now getting a first look at what to except from the upcoming Series 22 Collectible minifigures. With 12 different characters ranging from some unique new additions to your City layout to fantasy-inspired figures and more, you’ll want to go check out all of the new LEGO Series 22 CMF releases down below.

Last week we got our yearly installment in the Call of Duty series, and we are back to the European and Pacific theatres of World War II. So how does it compare to years past? Buckle up, cause like years prior, it will be a roller coaster of ups and downs.

Logitech’s latest keyboard takes a unique approach by living up to its Pop name with a delightfully retro form-factor and unique colorways. But with customizable emoji keys and typewriter inspiration, does the design embrace form over functionality a bit too much? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review takes a closer look at the novel new Mac accessory.

JVC has unveiled a new gaming headset with a lightweight design that undercuts much of the competition. The new JVC Ultralight Gaming Headset has both wired and wireless variants, each of which weigh in at 199 and 209 grams, respectively. For comparison, the Razer Kraken X is generally considered to be a lightweight headset and still clocks in at 250 grams. In addition to a lightweight design, JVC’s new headsets also wield 40mm drivers and a microphone that the company refers to as offering “clear performance.” Continue reading to learn more.

To close out yet another week of Black Friday 2021 coverage, the long-awaited Walmart ad has finally dropped. Wrapping up all of the early savings we’ve seen from the retailer ahead of the holiday season, we now have a better idea of what to expect. Head below for a full breakdown of the Walmart Black Friday ad 2021.

While the official launch of Battlefield 2042 is next week, EA Play and Play pro members as well as those who pre-ordered the Gold or Ultimate editions of the game can dive in as early as today. We recently got a firsthand look at the gameplay during a press review event and found it to be a very compelling and fun experience, despite a few bugs that still need to be patched. Early access isn’t all those who pre-order or have EA Play will get, so we break down all the features and benefits that jumping into Battlefield 2042 early will bring.

Microsoft took to its official Xbox Wire today to announce some new design elements for creators making use of its custom Xbox controller editor, Xbox Design Lab. Users can now employ rubberized grip customizations alongside a series of new colorways for accents as well the return of metallic finishes. Just keep in mind, it takes three or four weeks for your custom design to ship, so you might want to jump in as soon as possible if you’re looking for holiday delivery here. Head below for more details. 

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple Podcasts, Google 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’re available.

• Apple’s M1 12.9-inch iPad Pro sees holiday-worthy discounts at $150 off
• Fitbit’s new Charge 5 goes on sale for the first time with ECG monitoring at $130 (Save $50)
• Best Buy continues Black Friday savings with new Wish List Event sale, this weekend only

The official Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Black Friday ad has now arrived. As usual, we are getting quite a large selection of outdoor gear, hunting equipment, festive decor items, and apparel for the whole family. That’s on top of some smartwatches and Garmin fishing and hunting tech that adventurers on your list will love. We are tracking up to $1,000 in savings here along with rock-bottom pricing on pajamas and T-shirts, gift cards deals, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the 2021 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Black Friday ad. 

Earlier this fall, SimpliSafe at long last launched its very first outdoor security camera. Arriving with some impressive specs like 1080p recording with a 140-degree field of view and magnetic mounting system, there’s certainly a lot to like. But does the baggage of a full security system deliver enough perks to be worth the hassle? We go hands-on with the SimpliSafe Outdoor Cam to see how it all stacks up.

Sceptre has unleashed a new UltraWide monitor just ahead of the holiday season. It’s the latest to join the Sceptre Nebula series and is headlined by a 34-inch display, 1000R curvature, USB-C connectivity, and more. Buyers can also expect a brightness level of 600 nits, an integrated ambient light sensor, in addition to a colorful LED light across the back. Its 3440 x 1440 resolution is paired with a 165Hz refresh rate and 1 millisecond response time. Continue reading for more details.

The Twelve South BookBook for iPhone 13 has arrived, and we are finally ready to weigh in on the experience. Easily among the most anticipated and high-quality options to wrap your new Apple handset in, the latest edition of Twelve South’s staple vintage leather book-style cover is once again at the top of our list for the best options out there. This time around, the brand has implemented a handy magnet system with MagSafe compatibility, and it’s time to take a closer look in our Twelve South BookBook for iPhone 13 review. Head below for the latest entry to Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

Drop is known for their boutique keycaps, and most recently launched a slew of Marvel-themed sets. The company is back with yet another limited-run set, and this time they’re headed to Middle Earth. There are multiple Lord of the Rings keycap sets being launched right now, all of which are designed to teach you either Elvish or Dwarvish. The sets range from training to hardcore and also have options for tenkeys, ortholinear, and more. What’s included and how does it work? Let’s take a closer look below.

Today, Anker is launching a new way to outfit an iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 with MagSafe, thanks to its magnetic ring. Adhering to the back of any case, the accessory can convert a typical case for either of Apple’s latest handsets into a MagSafe-enabled one.

The holiday season is right around the corner and if you have a child on our list this year, you will want to check out the Target x Lovevery collection. In case you’re not familiar with Lovevery, the brand is designed by experts for you childs developing brain. The collection is full of montessori toys and a play gym. This line features 18 items with prices ranging from $9 all the way up to $141. Another great thing to know is that the toys are built to last with harvested wood, organic cotton, nontoxic paint, and baby-safe plastics. The entire collection is also gender neutral. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Target Lovevery collection.

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• Apple’s prev-gen. AirPods 2 fall to just $89 with early Black Friday discount
• Apple’s original MagSafe Leather Wallet for iPhone 13 now down to $44 (Reg. $59)
• Moment launches annual holiday sale with smartphone lenses, photography gear, more

As Black Friday 2021 inches closer, we’re still waiting on many of the biggest retailers to give us a more concrete look at the Thanksgiving week plans. Today, another retailer is finally releasing its ad, with Meijer entering the fray with its latest 40-page catalog of holiday discounts. Head below the fold for all of the details on this year’s Meijer Black Friday 2021 ad.

With early access for eligible players starting this Friday, EA reached out to quite a few members of the press for a pre-launch review event this week. During this event, we got to try all-out warfare in the form of breakthrough and conquest with up to 128 players, the new extraction-focused hazard zone and even spent some time with the mashup game type portal. All in all, things felt much better than the beta and it was a blast to finally see what Hazard Zone will be like. Be sure to hit the video below to see Battlefield 2042 gameplay from all of these great modes. 

Today we discovered that Acer has added another monitor to vast portfolio of displays. This time around the company has opted to release an 29.5-inch UltraWide with an up to 200Hz refresh rate. The release belongs to the Acer Nitro XZ6 series, a refreshingly simplistic title given how complicated naming conventions tend to be in this product category. Standout features include a white frame, 21:9 aspect ratio, 1500R curvature, and support for AMD FreeSync Premium. Continue reading to learn more.

It is time to take a closer look at the OtterBox iPhone 13 PopSocket Case, or the Pro Otter + Pop Symmetry Series Antimicrobial Case, as it is officially known. OtterBox has been a staple in the iPhone protection business for many years, not to mention a mainstay in our yearly roundups of the best cases out there, so it’s time to see what its latest PopSocket-equipped iPhone 13 cover has in store. Head below for our OtterBox iPhone 13 PopSocket Case review in the latest entry to the Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

Now that more and more areas are being upgraded to Gigabit networking speeds, it’s time that your wireless setup joined the club. Sure, Wi-Fi 6 routers are consistently becoming more and more affordable. However, most of those aren’t truly made for high-performance gaming or bandwidth requirements that come with streaming. That’s where TP-Link’s latest Archer GX90 AX6600 Wi-Fi 6 router comes to play. With a slew of gaming-focused features, whole-home coverage, 2.5Gb/s wired networking, and more, this router is perfect for high-end setups of all sizes. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the TP-Link Archer GX90 AX6600 Wi-Fi 6 router in our hands-on review.

Oprah’s Favorite Things list is back with an array of gift ideas for everyone on your list. This gift guide has over 110 items focused on celebrating small businesses, women-owned brands, and items created by people of color. Oprah’s Favorite Things range in price from just $12 up to luxurious gifts of $1,700. Almost all of the items in the guide include free shipping for Amazon Prime members. Head below the jump to find

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• Apple Watch Series 5 runs watchOS 8 at $240 (Orig. $399+), more in refurb sale from $115
• Anker’s new 2-in-1 MagSafe Charging Stand hits $36, more in latest sale from $13
• Emerson’s HomeKit-enabled Sensi thermostats on sale from $79 (Save up to 37%)

After seeing the UCS AT-AT unveiled in its full glory yesterday, the LEGO Group is back today to answer one of the questions still surrounding the upcoming set. It was previously unknown how builders could get their hands on the LEGO Luke’s Lightsaber promotional set, and now we know that you’ll have to buy the latest collectible set to build the gift with purchase. Head below for all of the details.

Forza Horizon 5 is out today, and while some have had early access with premium packages, the majority of racers will be getting on today, thanks to Game Pass Ultimate. Microsoft and Xbox sent over a pretty unique press kit complete with a limited-edition Forza Horizon 5 controller, license plate frame, and a “road trip” candle that doesn’t smell like any road trip I’ve been on before. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

MagSafe for iPhone is one of those features that just about every user can appreciate. It has paved the way for all sorts of accessories that range from wallets to power banks. While it is built into all iPhone 12 and 13 devices, folks that use a case have needed to find a MagSafe-friendly offering in order to keep the magnetic features alive. Thankfully, Spigen has launched a new accessory that allows users to add MagSafe compatibility to one of their existing cases. It’s called Spigen OneTap Ring, and it ships with an auto-alignment tool for “effortless installation.” The company has also unleashed an accessory that allows a smartphone to be attached to a lanyard.

We now have a good idea of what to expect from the Microsoft Store Black Friday 2021 sale. With the Microsoft Store’s Black Friday ad appearing a little less formal than year’s past, the retailer is highlighting nine or ten of its standout offers this year including gaming gear, laptops, PC games, Xbox Game Pass, and some of its staple software packages. Head below for a look at the upcoming Microsoft Store Black Friday sale.