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Today, we’re getting a first look at the latest addition to the LEGO Art collection with a new mosaic. Revealed via Amazon UK, the upcoming LEGO Art Create Together set will allow builders to assemble their own unique nine-design mosaic out of over 4,100 pieces. There’s also an alternative build that depicts the iconic Classic Space minifigure. Head below for all of the details on the upcoming set.

After seeing a new collection of creations go live at the start of the month, 9to5Toys can now report that we’ll receive yet another new LEGO Star Wars set by the end of the year. The upcoming LEGO Skywalker Adventures Pack will stack up to over 650 pieces and enters are one of the most mysterious builds from the theme all year. Head below for everything we now so far and some predictions on what the unique set may end of being.

Wyze recently introduced an all-new Wyze Scale S. This is the company’s latest health-focused product that delivers a full-fledged experience in a budget-focused form factor. Delivering the ability to track 11 different body metrics, connect to fitness apps like Apple Health and Google Fit, and even a baby/pet mode, this scale could become a staple in many households. Sound interesting? Head below for all the details we have on the latest Wyze Scale S.

After recently taking a hands-on look at the MagSafe ArcField Wireless Charger, today we are diving in on the Spigen 40W Dual USB-C Wall Charger. Known as the ArcStation Pro 40W Wall Charger, this is Spigen’s tiny-GaN wall charger with up to 40W output, USB-C ports, and compatibility with 20W MagSafe gear. While expensive direct, pricing on Amazon is quite digestible considering the dual output here, and with iPhone 13 out in the wild now, we thought it was a fitting time to take a closer look. Head below for our Spigen 40W Dual USB-C Wall Charger review in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys. 

While Dyson was arguably the first company to deliver a battery-powered vacuum that turned heads, it’s far from the only competitive option on the market today. It has become a popular product category, leading brands like Anker and even Wyze to jump on the bandwagon. The latest offering to catch our eye is the powerful Shark WANDVAC PRO. In fact, it’s touted as offering “the most suction of any cordless hand vacuum under 1.5 pounds.” Best of all, it comes with a sleek charging dock that will allow it to blend well in homes, offices, and more. Continue reading to learn more.

Happy October 1! We’re kicking off the new month with an October Reading List. We will be covering the best new books to pick up including spooky thrillers, romance novels, and more. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks in this October Reading List. You will want to check out the new Sperry x John Legend Fall Collection with designs created by the celebrity himself.

While we just got a look at its new iPhone 13 cases, it’s now time for OakyBlocks – Oakywood’s new wood desktop accessories. After going hands-on with the brand’s handmade oak and walnut monitor stand shelf a couple of months back and coming away quite impressed, Oakywood has now shown up with a range of matching desktop accessories ranging from pen holders and wireless charging pads to pen trays and more. We are seeing some nice launch bundle discounts and you can get a closer look at everything down below. 

We’re now into the final three months of 2021, and October will be delivering quite a few notable new LEGO sets. While not quite as packed as some of the other fall waves, there’s still a collection of eye-catching creations on tap. Ranging from the latest in Nintendo and LEGO Ideas to this year’s Creator Winter Village set, you’ll want to head below for all of the new sets released in October.

Speck’s iPhone 13 case collection landed shortly after the new handsets were unveiled, and we are now ready to dish up some hands-on impressions of the new Speck iPhone 13 Presidio Perfect-Clear Case. Speck’s iPhone accessories have been a mainstay in our yearly roundups for years now, and it’s time to find out whether the new Presidio Perfect-Clear Case lives up to the brand’s reputation. Head below for our Speck iPhone 13 Presidio Perfect-Clear Case review in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys. 

Last year, Timex unveiled a version of its T80 watch with PAC-MAN chasing ghosts around the bezel. Fast forward to today, and now the company is preparing to release a new Space Invaders watch. Fans of the game will now have a way to prominently show off their love for the game and this classic watch style. As with the PAC-MAN release, the bezels are filled with nostalgic artwork that’s bound to turn some heads. Not only will you find various Space Invaders along the front, but also a ship and some explosions. Continue reading to learn more.

Today, Razer is taking its streaming lineup to the next level with the introduction of the Kiyo X webcam and Ripsaw X capture card, both of which are designed for up-and-coming streamers with budget-focused price points. Generally, picking up high-end gear for your streaming setup can cost a small fortune, but Razer aimed to keep things lower-cost while still offering a quality product here. The Kiyo X delivers 1080p30 or 720p60 for streaming, and the Ripsaw X actually captures up to 4K30. So what other features do we have, and how can this take your stream to the next level? Keep reading to find out.

Pad & Quill just unveiled its new leather AirTag case known as The Jimmy. Back in April of this year, the Apple accessory brand unleashed its first AirTags accessories with the Mighty Leather Keychain variant, but Pad & Quill is back again today with another handcrafted carrier for your Apple item trackers. Best of all, this is 9to5Toys, so we a have nice discount code to knock 15% off the brand new leather AirTag case. Head below for all of the details. 

After seeing the LEGO Ideas team premiere its upcoming Fender Stratocaster guitar build, we’re now checking out all of the other fan-made creations from September that hope to become official sets. This month we’re highlighting LEGO builds like a working orrery, a lifelike re-creation of an adorable koala, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of the best LEGO Ideas in September.

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• Apple’s official MagSafe Battery Pack is a little more affordable at $84 (New low)
• Save up to $118 on Apple’s recently-refreshed M1 iMac with 4K Retina display
• Lenovo’s 21-inch Assistant-powered Smart Frame falls to new low of $250 (Save $150)

While RGB generally goes hand-in-hand with gaming peripherals, it can be a polarizing subject. If you’re a fan of adding some color to your setup, though, then the SteelSeries Ghost edition is probably going to tickle your fancy. With a clean design and bright RGB, the SteelSeries Apex 7 TKL and Aerox 3 Wireless Ghost Edition will light up any desktop. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

With the holiday season around the corner, keeping an eye on your front porch or property at large becomes even more valuable to secure all those packages on their way. Delivering peace of mind in more ways than one, the new eufy SoloCam S40 arrives with a solar-powered design so there’s never a worry about the battery dying and missing out on coverage. But is it a worthy addition to your smart surveillance kit? That’s what our latest Tested with 9to5Toys seems to answer.

Now that its 2021 case collection has been unveiled, it’s time to take a hands-on look at the LifeProof SEE iPhone 13 case. Now complete with magnetic MagSafe charging capabilities, LifeProof’s SEE line features an environmentally conscious design with the brand’s usual attention to creating a safe and secure home for your precious Apple handset. Head below for our LifeProof SEE iPhone 13 case review in the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys. 

New World has been in development for quite some time, but it’s finally here. The game officially launched yesterday, and New World is now out in the wild with all being able to play it. So, what all does the game have in store for new players, and what can returning gamers expect? Let’s take a closer look at some mechanics, functions, and more below.

Update: The LEGO Titanic has been officially unveiled, get the full scoop on all the details right here.

We’re already beginning to dive into what to expect from the LEGO 2022 lineup, though it looks like we might have gotten ahead of ourselves. This fall is going to see the second-largest LEGO set to date, with the upcoming Titanic clocking in at nearly 9,100 pieces. Head below for everything we know so far.

A couple of new Philips AirPlay 2 soundbars are now up for grabs, and both feature Dolby Atmos. In terms of audio, these units are differentiated by 2.1- and 3.1.2-channel sound. The entry-level model offers up to 240W of maximum output power, while the upgraded unit more than doubles that at 600W. Both soundbars support HDMI eARC to deliver the “full effect of advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos.” Dual HDMI inputs could help buyers spend less time behind the television when connecting game consoles, streaming media players, and the list goes on. Continue reading to learn more.

Today, Sony is debuting a new set of earbuds to go alongside an upcoming pair of over-ear ANC headphones. Both launching later this fall, the WF-C500 arrives with a unique transparent charging case to complement the true wireless design. Then there’s the Sony WH-XB910N Headphones, which will deliver active noise cancellation alongside adaptive audio playback and more. Head below for all of the details on the new Sony WF-C500 Earbuds and more.

Today we are taking a look at the new Link & Lock – a unique combination lock AirTag case from Raptic. We just took a look at the brand’s new iPhone 13 case lineup, but the Raptic Link & Lock has certainly caught our eye. As one of the only combination lock AirTag cases out there, we thought it would be a good idea to take a closer look at what the Apple item tracker accessory has to offer. Head below for more details. 

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• Apple’s new collection of official iPhone 13 series MagSafe cases on sale from $41 (Up to 30% off)
• AirPods Pro with ANC, Spatial Audio, and more are down to $150 through today (Refurb)
• Massive WD and SanDisk Gold Box sale from $37 today: microSD cards, SSDs, flash drives, more

Deliveries have been landing with 9to5 writers nonstop since the new Apple handsets were announced, and we are now ready to take a hands-on look at the new Totallee clear iPhone 13 case. After taking a closer peek at the brand’s popular minimalist lineup for iPhone 12, and coming away quite impressed, we are now ready to weigh in on the Totallee clear iPhone 13 case in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys review. 

With the release of Metroid Dread less than two weeks away, PowerA has launched pre-orders for a couple of accessories themed after the latest addition to the series. These come in the form of a Nintendo Switch Slim Case and an Enhanced Wired Controller. Unsurprisingly, the artwork found on the new Metroid Dread PowerA gear looks fantastic, making each offering a solid option for Samus Aran fans to consider picking up. Feature-wise, each of PowerA’s Dread-themed products is the same as you’d find across the company’s other Slim Case and Enhanced Wired Controller units. Continue reading to learn more.

While both the Series X|S and PlayStation 5 support Dolby Vision, neither system has offered the high-end HDR technology for gaming…until now. Today, Microsoft is releasing Dolby Vision gaming for both the Series X and Series S, launching with over 100 titles either ready to go or coming soon. This is in addition to the thousands of classic HDR10 and Auto HDR games that are already on the market, all of which will be seeing improved picture quality with Dolby Vision. How can you get this and what does it mean for the next generation of gaming? Let’s take a closer look.

Alongside all of the other hardware showcased in today’s Amazon event, three new Blink offerings have now been unveiled. Headlined by the very first Blink Video Doorbell, there are also two additional outdoor accessories for supplementing the lineup’s existing cameras. Head below for more.

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• Anker PowerWave MagSafe car charger sees first discount to $24, more in latest sale from $13
• Beats Studio Buds deliver ‘Hey Siri’ in a workout-ready design at $110 (Refurb, Orig. $150)
• Amazon clears out prev-gen. Fire HD tablets at up to 49% off from $80, today only

Today, Amazon is virtually taking the stage to unveil a host of new devices and services. While September has already been quite eventful with new Fire TV unveils and Kindle releases, we’re expecting this event to focus on the Echo and Alexa smart home lineups of Amazon’s stable. We’ll be updating this post throughout the event with all the details on Amazon’s latest products and more announced today.

Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have unleashed some new details on the upcoming Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Pokémon Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus. With release dates quickly approaching on the remakes, Nintendo has dropped some new trailers and details on more of the game’s standout features as well as details on mountable Pokémon in Legends: Arceus, plus much more. Everything is found below. 

Today, iOttie is finally refreshing its lineup of popular smartphone car mounts with the first offering geared toward Apple’s latest handsets. Arriving with MagSafe for the very first time, iOttie Velox series delivers three different form-factors for charging an iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 at home, in the car, or on the go. Head below for all of the details.

Today, Skullcandy is introducing a new lineup of earbuds powered by Skull-iQ technology, which enables hands-free audio through simple voice commands regardless of which smartphone platform you choose to use. There are two models here, the Skullcandy Grind Fuel and the Push Active, so let’s take a look at what Skull-IQ is and what each pair offers down below.

Today, Logitech is expanding its popular portfolio MX peripherials with its latest and most compact keyboard yet. The new MX Keys Mini delivers the brand’s most streamlined keyboard yet, complete with staples like FLOW multi-device connectivity, a backlight design, and a low-profile form-factor. Head below for all of the details and a closer look at the new Logitech MX Keys Mini.

After getting a full rundown of the LEGO Star Wars 2022 sets earlier in the month, there were still two sets that had yet to be locked in. Now, another one of those has been reported on, which is rumored to be giving builders a chance to make one of the most expensive minifigures of 2021 more affordable. The upcoming LEGO Dark Trooper Battle Pack is slated to debut next year, and you can get all of the details down below.

Expanding on their current lineup, the HyperX CloudX Stinger Core Wireless takes a familiar design and cuts the cord with Xbox wireless for a simple headset. Featuring a lightweight design, flip to mute microphone, and easy-to-find controls, the HyperX CloudX Stinger Core Wireless is a mouthful to say, but keeps things simple and sounds great. How does it stand out at the $100 price point? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

With an ever-growing number of people working from home, many are now snatching up the opportunity to outfit their home office with gear that is not only functional but looks nice as well. Many will agree that Microsoft has been firing on all cylinders in this department, bringing a wide variety of clean-looking peripherals to market. The new Microsoft Modern USB-C Headset certainly falls into this category, offering a sleek appearance that’s also paired with Type-C connectivity. It largely mirrors the Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset while kicking battery-related concerns to the curb. Continue reading to learn more.

Life is Strange Remastered Collection was announced back at E3 2021. The long-awaited title finally has an official launch date of February 1, 2022. This launch will contain both Life is Strange Remastered as well as Life is Strange Before the Storm Remastered, launching on Nintendo Switch, Google Stadia, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. What all can we expect from the the launch? Let’s take a closer look.

Today we’re taking a quick hands-on look at the Spigen ArcField Magnetic Charger — the brand’s take on the puck-style magnetic wireless charger. Now regularly sitting in a much more affordable category than when it first launched, we recently had a chance to give one a go for a few weeks to see how it stacks up these days, just in time for the new iPhone 13. Compatible with all of Apple’s magnetic handsets, today’s Spigen ArcField Magnetic Wireless Charger review is the next entry in our Tested with 9to5Toys series.

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After seeing Nomad get in on the iPhone 13 excitement, the brand is now back with a series of refreshed Apple Watch sport bands. With three new styles of the popular offering available, the unique notched design arrives with a microtexture finish and a premium build. Head below for all of the details.

Lands’ End has a new partnership this fall with Reese Witherspoon’s brand Draper James. With items for the whole family and pricing starting at just $12, there is something for everyone to love. There are 89 items in the collection, and the new items for fall were designed for comfort at home. Lands’ End also offers free delivery on orders of $99 or more. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the new Lands’ End x Draper James collection.

Anker’s collection of PowerWave accessories provide more affordable alternatives to Apple’s first-party chargers, and today we’re taking a look at one of its latest. Arriving just in time to pair with new iPhone 13 handsets, our latest Tested with 9to5Toys dives in to look at the new PowerWave 2-in-1 MagSafe stand from Anker to see just how it delivers as a nightstand or desk upgrade.

When it comes to video, any professional will tell you that audio quality matters more than video quality. While there are plenty of great USB mics to use at a home studio, things get a little more tricky when you are on the go. Comica is aiming to make recording high-quality audio on the go easier with their VDLive10 kit. Featuring a lightning or USB-C equipped receiver and two transmitters with built-in mics all in an easy-to-use carrying case, the Comica VDLive10 kit seems to have everything needed to get good audio for a mobile live video, recording on location, or even video conferencing. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.