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• Apple Pencil 2 falls to second-best price yet of $100 (Save $29), original model at $80
• Google’s all-new Pixel 6/Pro smartphones see $299+ off pre-paid bundle discounts
• elago’s new W7 iPod shuffle AirTag Case sees first discount to $11.50

Amazon launched its holiday gift guides yesterday, and it is now time to dive into the small business section. After taking a closer look at the electronics, fashion, and home goods picks, we are now ready to explore the small businesses Amazon is highlighting this year. This guide is once again focused on smaller operations and the interesting gift ideas they come along with, including items in just about every product category, some great stocking stuffers, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the 2021 Amazon small business gift guide. 

It’s now time for another PlayStation State of Play presentation. Today’s broadcast is expected to run just shy of 30 minutes or so and feature upcoming titles for both PlayStation 4 and Sony’s flagship PS5 console. “Tune in for updates on existing games, as well as a few reveals from our partners around the world. See you then!” Everything kicks off right now, and you can follow along with today’s PlayStation State of Play presentation below. 

After announcing 11th Generation processors earlier this year, Intel is back again with its 12th Generation Core lineup featuring all-new technology. Packing up to 5.2GHz speeds, Intel is changing how it makes processors all around this time. You’ll find that each processor has both performance and efficiency cores, similar to Apple’s M1 processor. The flagship i9-12900K has 16 cores (eight performance and eight efficient) with 24 total threads. That’s not all, as PCIe 5.0 is being introduced alongside DDR5. Does Intel’s Alder Lake lineup sound interesting? Keep reading to find out more.

Earlier today, Amazon unveiled several new styles of Echo Frames. The releases include Quartz Gray and Pacific Blue, but there are also a couple of new Modern Tortoise variants as well. Each of the new designs come in the form of sunglasses or with lenses that filter blue light. They can also be purchased with clear lenses that allow you to benefit from having Alexa, even if you don’t usually wear glasses. As with styles that preceded today’s launch, clear lenses can easily be popped out and replaced with a prescription. New and existing Echo Frames users will also benefit from features packed into a free software update. Continue reading to learn more.

After seeing Amazon detail its full list of holiday gift guides this morning, we’re now diving in to see what the retailer has in-store. Amongst the rest of its curated shopping recommendations, its selection of tech and other electronics are sure to be some of the hottest items on both virtual and physical shelves. Head below for all of the highlights from Amazon’s tech gift guide.

It’s now time to take a look at the 2021 Amazon Home Gift Guide. Now about a month away from the beginning of the biggest shopping holidays of the year, Amazon has unleashed its annual holiday gift guides including this year’s wide-ranging home goods edition. Filled with new toys for the kitchen, smart home gadgets to make your living space more intelligent, a host of holiday decor items, and much more, head below for a closer look at the 2021 Amazon Home Gift Guide. 

After seeing its print Toy Book begin shipping out earlier this week, Amazon is today rolling out a collection of its annual holiday gift guides for 2021. From the latest Apple gear to must-have toys, state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, and more, you’ll find a breakdown of what’s on tap this year below.

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• Apple Watch Series 7 see first Amazon discounts at $30 off
• Apple’s new 14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro sees $100 launch day discount
• LG’s latest 2021 C1 OLED 4K Smart TVs up to $800 off at new lows from $1,097

DJI is rethinking the action camera with the brand new DJI Action 2. Featuring a magnetic modular design, the camera works well on its own, but can be quickly augmented with a variety of modules and attachments. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details of DJI’s latest action cam.

While not as well-known as peripheral giants like Razer and SteelSeries, Pwnage is growing its lineup of offerings with some very unique features with the Symm 2 and Wireless Symm 2. While spec-wise, these mice line up nicely with the competition from Glorious and Razer, the customizability of the Pwnage Symm 2 is what sets it apart. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.  

Just like how every other industry is facing shortages, so too has LEGO been facing empty store shelves on both the physical and virtual fronts. Today several of the harder to come by creations have just been restocked, some of which are for the first time in months. Including the latest from Star Wars and Harry Potter to kits about to retire, you can head below for a few of the sets that are once again up for sale.

Bose is now launching its new SoundLink Flex, the latest addition to its stable of Bluetooth speakers. Arriving with a refreshed, IP67 waterproof design alongside some auto-adjusting playback features to always sound the best, there are also three different colors available. Head below for all of the details.

With hundreds or perhaps even thousands of pocket knives and multi-tools to choose from these days, it can often feel like just about every style, and feature has been tried before. That’s until we see offerings like Kershaw Downforce or the new Gerber Lockdown Drive and Pry units come to market.

Unique designs and functionality make these stand out in a crowded market and certainly grab our attention. Looks are not the only differentiating factor of either Gerber Lockdown multi-tool, with Pry wielding an exchangeable #11 blade and Drive also functioning as a Philips screwdriver. Continue reading to learn more.

Horizon Forbidden West is still on the way for a February 18 launch, so it’s time for another look as to what to expect in this long-awaited sequel. Based around the open world of Horizon Zero Dawn, this sequel is a continuation of Aloy’s adventure and is built on the same principles of freedom, with some areas being further expanded, as we’ll see today. The latest PlayStation blog took a deep dive into Aloy’s new abilities, so if you want to learn what makes Forbidden West different from Zero Dawn, then head below the fold where we unpack all that’s changed.

Today, Arcade1Up is debuting a first-of-its-kind arcade cabinet with a new release right out of the 1990s. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the upcoming Terminator 2 cabinet from Arcade1Up arrives as the first two-player shooter from the brand, complete with unique force feedback controls and more.

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• Anker’s latest sale takes up to 52% off iPhone and Android essentials, more from $14
• Prev-gen. Apple TV 4K doubles as a HomeKit hub at $125, today only
• Amazon takes up to 33% off latest Blink smart security systems, cameras, more from $25

After seeing some new 20th anniversary gear from Microsoft previously with the special edition headset and controller, the Duke is set to make its triumphant return. The original Xbox controller is, in some circles, known as the Duke, mostly due to its gigantic form factor, and third-party accessory maker Hyperkin is ready to bring it back once again for Xbox’s 20th anniversary. Set for release just ahead of holiday 2021, Hyperkin is issuing three new designs on its Duke Wired Controller for Xbox Series X/S, and everything is now up for pre-order. 

Last month, Amazon officially announced its new Kindle Paperwhite 5, delivering its latest e-reading experience. Now, ahead of the first round of pre-orders shipping tomorrow, we’re taking a hands-on look at Amazon’s latest e-reader to see just how much of a difference its new 6.8-inch screen and USB-C port make. Head below for all of the details.

Today, Kingston launched its KC3000 SSD. Reaching speeds of 7,000MB/s, this PCIe Gen 4.0 M.2 drive is a compelling solution for anyone who needs the highest possible speeds in their next computer.

Earlier this summer, ANYCUBIC launched its new Vyper 3D printer with a series of features that seek to lower the barrier of entry to getting in on the hobby. Headlined by an auto-leveling bed that takes the tedium out of zeroing in a calibrated printer, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review is putting the new release to the test.

Today, Apex Legends announced its first new map since Season 7 in November of last year. Storm Point, the latest map coming in Season 11 Escape, introduces a number of new gameplay elements and other factors that will change how you play Apex Legends. It’s the biggest map to date, around 15% larger than World’s Edge, and is based on the planet Gaea, which houses a long-forgotten IMC research base. The map features a diverse set of locations, including tropical islands, giant mountain slides, and more. This has me the most excited I’ve been about Apex Legends in a while, so let’s dive in.

Early last year, NERF and 343 Industries teamed up to deliver several Halo-inspired blasters. Fast-forward to today, and Needler MicroShot, MA40, and SPNKr MicroShot have been up for grabs at one time or another. Many will agree that the single-shot Needler MicroShot is sort of a letdown, but thankfully, a new NERF LMTD Halo Needler is on the way, and it will be a significant upgrade. With it, owners can “unleash 10 darts in a row,” and the needles on top will “light up when you grip the handle.” Continue reading to learn more.

Today, LEGO Harry Potter fans can now score the latest gift with purchase to expand their brick-built Hogwarts layouts. Including two Minifigures, the new LEGO Gryffindor Dorms arrives as a limited-edition creation. Head below for a closer look at the new set and to learn how it can be added to your collection for free.

Carhartt has a new brand campaign that’s made for the working person called Fit for the Next Frontier”. The campaign showcases how the Carhartt pieces are made for warmth, movement, and comfort. Inside you will find overalls, sweatshirts, jackets, and accessories that are built for work. Check out below the jump to find all of our top picks.

After a less-than-stellar first impression, Microsoft has now unleashed the new Halo Infinite campaign overview trailer and things are looking much better. The initial gameplay reveal for the most anticipated Xbox Series X game didn’t go over well with fans last summer, with some rough visuals and a lackluster presentation overall, but it appears 343 Industries has made leaps and bounds on the Halo Infinite campaign since then. Head below for more details and a closer look at today’s new 6-minute trailer. 

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• Apple’s new AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging case on sale for first time at $220 (Reg. $249)
• Apple’s new 14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro sees $49 Amazon discount with launch day delivery
• Best Buy’s Early Deals Event discounts Apple MagSafe accessory bundles and much more

Today, Anker is expanding its stable of iPhone 13 accessories with a new collection of MagSafe gear. Entering under the new MagGo umbrella, the Anker lineup arrives with six different ways to top off one of Apple’s latest smartphones, both at-home and on-the-go.

The Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack is scheduled to launch starting today with access to the new Nintendo 64 and SEGA Genesis game libraries. Nintendo Switch Online is getting a big-time upgrade today with the launch of Nintendo’s new premium-tier Switch Online membership that includes everything in the standard subscription alongside the new Switch Online N64 and Genesis titles as well as the just-announced Animal Crossing: New Horizons Happy Home Paradise DLC expansion. Head below for more details on when and where to access the new Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack.

Amazon is now getting in on the holiday shopping insight by launching its annual Toy Book for 2021. This year’s is delivering a physical print flier packed with all of its curated recommendations to go alongside an online shopping experience, which you can get all of the details on down below.

Pre-built gaming rigs have a bit of a bad rap from the community, but for a first-time gamer like myself, paying a premium to get a ready-to-go machine seemed like a compelling trade-off. But after going hands-on with the machine would I recommend the pre-built experience? That’s what our latest Tested with 9to5Toys seeks to answer.

Razer recently announced a slew of new products including its long-awaited Zephyr Smart Mask, the Enki gaming chair, Kraken V3 headsets, an all-new colorway for the Razer Book, and even some PC components. Whether you’re wanting to mask up and head out or relax in comfort at your desk, the latest Razer gear has you covered. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at Razer’s latest releases.

Today, Anker is expanding its stable of iPhone 13 accessories with a new version of its popular PowerWave Magnetic Stand. Delivering a refreshed 3-in-1 form factor, the new Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe Stand arrives with the ability to top off everything from your iPhone to AirPods and Apple Watch.

I know it seems to be a bit early for Holiday Gift Guides, but with shipping delays this year, everyone is shopping early. That’s why Ralph Lauren just debuted its Holiday Gift Guide with classic pieces your family and loved ones are sure to enjoy. Ralph Lauren also offers gifts at almost any price point starting under $50. Plus, there’s free delivery on all orders. Be sure to find all of our top picks from the Ralph Lauren Holiday Gift Guide below.

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• Woot takes up to $529 off cert. refurb iPhone 11/Pro/Max, more on sale from $100
• Samsung 1-day bundle sale goes live: Galaxy Watch 4 $90 off, Buds 2, more (All-time lows)
• Save 20%+ in today’s Samsung storage Gold Box: microSD cards, SSDs, more from $55

Hot on the heels of Apple’s newly announced laptops, we are taking a look at the just-released Pad & Quill M1 MacBook cases. Officially known as the Cartella Slim Case for M1 MacBook Pro, it is available for both the 14-inch and 16-inch M1 Pro and M1 Max models. These made-in-the-US cases are up for pre-order with a November shipping date and, best of all, are now 15% off with our exclusive discount code. 

Nintendo finally launched the long-awaited Switch OLED, delivering the latest iteration of its hybrid console. Now after putting it to the test, we’re diving in to see if a more immersive screen and other improvements are actually worth the cash. Head below for all of our thoughts.

As the smartwatch industry continues to grow, it remains unclear what the future looks like for traditional timepieces. It could be argued that fashion will keep watches alive, and while there is quite a bit of truth in that, we shouldn’t forget about functionalities that smartwatches may never be capable of competing with. The new Fossil Everett Automatic Watch is prime example of this, with a mechanical design that never requires a battery. It also happens to be quite fashionable as well, which could make this timepiece a worthy addition to your wardrobe. Continue reading to learn more.

Today, Sony introduced the a7 IV full-frame mirrorless camera, something that photographers and videographers alike have been waiting a long time for. Packing an all-new 33MP Exmor R sensor, flip-out display, 4K 60FPS video, and 759-point hybrid autofocus, this camera is sure to knock your socks off when it comes to capturing stunning content. There’s quite a lot to like here, so without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the latest Sony a7 IV.

Today, the LEGO Group has now announced its latest Ideas creation, the all-new Home Alone house. Stacking up to a massive nearly 4,000 pieces, the creation arrives with all of the festive theming you’d expect centered around the movie alongside five exclusive minifigures. Head below for all of the details.

Be ready for all of your outdoor sports with the new “Carve Your Style” Oakley Snow Collection. Throughout this collection, you will find snow goggles, helmets, jackets, hats, gloves, and more. Each of the items was designed to elevate your experience in the snow. Plus, pricing starts at just $30 with free delivery on all orders. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Oakley Snow Collection.

After seeing the all-new AirPods 3 debut earlier in the week, popular accessory make elago is now debuting a collection of new cases to pair with Apple’s latest. Ranging from retro covers inspired by classic Macs and Game Boys to other fun stylings and rugged offerings, all of the just-released cases are seeing launch discounts. Head below for a closer look at all the new elago AirPods 3 cases.

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• Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard for 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro now down to $243 (New low, save $106)
• Google Nest Mini comes bundled with a smart color lightstrip at just $19 ($49+ value)
• Go score LEGO’s new Advent Calendars while they’re on sale from $22: Star Wars, Marvel, more