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The world of gaming monitors is packed with what can feel like a never-ending list of options. Commonly used resolutions range from 1080p to 4K, but many agree that 2K (or QHD) is the sweet spot as processing too many pixels often leads to sluggish performance. This is precisely where the latest Monoprice Zero-G monitor lands while also wielding a 144Hz refresh rate, 1500R curvature, HDR support, and Adaptive Sync. Pricing for this unit is quite competitive, undercutting other displays with similar specifications by around $40 or so. Continue reading to learn more.

Today, Pad & Quill is announcing its new iPhone 12 wood and leather wallet case. Dubbed the “10th Anniversary Luxury Pocket Books,” Pad & Quill is celebrating a decade in the leather iPhone wallet game with its latest design for iPhone 12, 12 Pro, and the 12 Pro Max model. This time around, it is presumably making use of the MagSafe array found in the back of Apple’s latest handsets while offering up a similar overall design to its previous-generation wallet-style cases. Head below for a closer look and an exclusive 15% discount. 

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Apple Watch charging docks all largely deliver the same nightstand experience with horizontal designs to take advantage of Nightstand Mode during bedtime refuels. The latest contender in a sea of competitors looks to match the usual functionality while delivering a much more novel design and some added perks along the way. The new NightWatch dock fittingly arrives with that same bedside table emphasis, but with an unique orb form factor that magnifies the Apple Watch’s display. Head below for all of the details.

During Microsoft’s E3 event this past Sunday, we got our first look at Flight Simulator 2020 on Xbox Series X/S. Honestly, I was blown away by how good the game looks on console and can’t wait to get my hands on it. I recently tried out Flight Sim 2020 on PC and found that it’s a fantastic game that’s quite fun, though playing with a keyboard is a bit cumbersome. Heck, playing with a controller won’t be the easiest thing. That’s why Turtle Beach prepared its VelocityOne Flight system that’s designed specifically to be used with Xbox Series X/S and Windows 10 PCs for flying around in Flight Simulator 2020. What all does the Turtle Beach VelocityOne Flight System do? Let’s take a closer look.

Despite having well over 30 smart devices throughout my home, visitors often cannot tell that light switches, outlets, TVs, and many other pieces of my technology can be controlled using Alexa or Siri. This is because I go to painstaking lengths to blend technology within my space and even hide it whenever possible. Thankfully, IKEA and Sonos are attempting to make home audio disappear with the release of its new SYMFONISK Picture Frame Speaker. Outside of having a power cord, this piece of technology tries to mirror a piece of art while still wielding support for AirPlay 2. Continue reading to learn more.

The Ralph Lauren Father’s Day Gift Guide is full of timeless styles, including apparel, accessories, cologne, and shoes. Ralph Lauren is known for its classic apparel, and it has phenomenal Father’s Day gifts. The brand is also offering free delivery on purchases exceeding $150. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Ralph Lauren.

We’ve seen quite a few different ways to bring added wallet functionality to your iPhone 12 as of late, but Twelve South has launched its latest unveil today in the form of its new MagSafe SurfacePad. Delivering the brand’s latest leather form-factor, this is a compact way to stow cards alongside Apple’s latest handsets with a folio design. Head below for all of the details. 

Well, with Microsoft and Bethesda behind us now, it’s on to the main event: the Nintendo E3 2021 showcase. After confirming this year’s presentation earlier this month, we know we are in for 40-minutes of pure Nintendo Switch games and it all starts now. Be sure to catch up on our coverage of the all the biggest reveals in our E3 2021 hub, including last night’s notable Razer event that revealed ‘world’s most powerful’ RTX 3080 14-inch laptop (and much more), but it’s all about the Mushroom Kingdom and new Switch games right now. Head below for the Nintendo E3 2021 showcase. 

Apogee – one of the world leaders in analog-to-digital conversion and audio interfaces – is introducing its all-new Duet 3 today. Following in line with the previous generation version that “raised the expectations for what a home studio audio interface should offer,” the new Duet 3 interface is a sleek audio interface for Mac (and Windows) content creators and music producers with onboard hardware DSP to power built-in and low-latency recording with some serious plug-ins/FX. Head below for a closer look at the new high-end Apogee Duet 3 interface. 

After receiving a teaser over the weekend, the LEGO Group has now unveiled its latest set in collaboration with adidas. As one of the more unique creations to date, the brick-built replica assembles one of the footwear brand’s most iconic shoes with over 700 pieces and a surprising amount of detail. Head below for a closer look at the upcoming LEGO adidas Originals Superstar kit. 

Self-lacing shoes might not be as indicative of the future as hoverboards or flying cars, but for those who grew up on the musings of Back to the Future, they’re certainly some indicator of what’s to come from wearable tech. Looking to live up to the future predicated back in the 1980s, Nike has been expanding its lineup of self-lacing Adapt shoes over the past couple of years with various styles. But after wearing the smart shoes for over a year, we’re answering whether they are actually the future-worthy footwear that Nike proclaims, or just a gimmick. Head below for all of the details and our thoughts.

As we close out E3 2021 this week, we’ve already seen quite a few announcements from several of the larger brands, including Square Enix’s launch with Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers, and much more, as well as the Xbox and Bethesda show, which showcased Elder Scrolls 6, Starfield, Halo Infinite, and even Forza Horizon 5. That’s far from all though, as yesterday the Gearbox show detailed Borderlands and more, as well as Ubisoft Forward with information on Rainbow Six Extraction, Far Cry 6, and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. Just yesterday, we also got a glimpse at the PC Gaming Show and the Capcom event earlier today. Now, it’s Razer’s turn to take centerstage. What all did Razer’s E3 2021 showcase include? For one, there’s now an AMD-powered Razer Blade 14, but let’s take a closer look at everything announced.

Nerf has been entertaining trigger-happy children, college kids, and a dedicated league of adults for decades. From video games to augmented laser tag, Nerf’s journey into the virtual has finally reached a new summit. Nerf Ultimate Championship was just announced at the Upload VR showcase, packed with iconic blasters and sci-fi-inspired tournament play for the Oculus Quest in 2022. The game will offer a whole new dimension of play for folks who just like shooting their friends with foam darts. Hit the jump to keep reading.

Out with its second generation, Amazon has made some small upgrades and updates on two of its Alexa-powered smart displays. The Echo Show 5 and Show 8 2nd gen both offer increases in camera resolution, though more updates will be noticeable on the larger screen. Be sure to hit the video below to take a peek at which one might best fit your needs. 

Welcome to day 3 of the world’s biggest gaming event and the Capcom E3 2021 presentation. Yesterday we caught the PC gaming show as well as the Guardians of the Galaxy title in the Square Enix showcase and the massive 90-minute long Xbox and Bethesda event. Before that we saw Ubisoft take the stage just after our first good look at Elden Ring, but it’s now time to hear what Capcom has brought to the virtual show floor this year. Head below to watch the Capcom E3 2021 presentation. 

While there’s no shortage of laptop stands currently on the market, there aren’t very many that sport a similar design to the new Cooler Master ErgoStand Air. Instead of embracing bulky style, this offering chases a fold-flat form factor that’s comprised of premium materials including both aluminum and rubber. It’s sold in silver and black colorways, allowing it to pair nicely with MacBooks, Chromebooks, PCs, and more. Continue reading to for additional information.

Today, we are taking a hands-on look at the Volonic Valet 3 charging system. This high-end wireless solution takes a cue from fashion design houses and Apple aesthetics to provide a luxurious and elegant charging pad with a price to match. Yes, there are more affordable options out there, but not very many that are quite as gorgeous — this is a true piece of functional art, in my opinion, with a sophisticated look and precision design approach. But is the steep price tag worth the price of entry? Read on for a closer look at the Volonic Valet 3 charging system.  

Just in time for Father’s Day, Men’s Wearhouse drops a new golf line with an array of top brands included. Be sure to swing your clubs in style with brands including Callaway, PGA Tour, and more. There are over 38 items in the new Men’s Wearhouse golf line with pricing starting at just $25. Orders of $99 or more receive free delivery. So be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the new Men’s Wearhouse collection. You will also want to check out our latest guide to the Clarks x Levi’s vintage collaboration here.

Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner, and we’ve already seen both Walmart and Target announce sales to compete with the shopping holiday. Now, it’s Best Buy’s turn with the Bigger Deal Event. But, there’s a twist here: Many deals are already live. That’s right, Best Buy isn’t waiting until next week to start its sale extravaganza. While the sales will rotate in and out through the next week, with everything coming to an end on June 22, we’ll take a closer look at the currently live sales below as well as what we could see in the days ahead.

Now that the dust has settled on much of the LEGO summer lineup, we’re getting all retrospective to highlight several builds that shine above the rest. Ranging from long-awaited creations from a galaxy far, far away to the upcoming appearance of video game icons in LEGO form, you’ll want to head below for a closer look at the five best summer kits.

As we continue onward in E3 2021, the PC Gaming Show just wrapped up. We’ve already seen Square Enix’s launch with Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers, and much more, as well as the Xbox and Bethesda show which showcased Elder Scrolls 6, Starfield, Halo Infinite, and even Forza Horizon 5. That’s far from all though, as yesterday the Gearbox show detailed Borderlands and more, as well as Ubisoft Forward with information on Rainbow Six Extraction, Far Cry 6, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. So, without further ado, we’re diving into the PC Gaming Show.

It is now time for the Square Enix E3 2021 presentation. Hot on the heels of the massive Microsoft and Bethesda event that just wrapped up (new Starfield footage, 27 Game Pass titles, Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite, and more), it is now time to see what Square Enix has in store. You’ll want to catch up on the Ubisoft and Gearbox events from yesterday as well as the Summer Game Fest presentation that capped off with an Elden Ring reveal, but for now all eyes are focused on the future of gaming during the Square Enix E3 2021 showcase. It’s waiting for you down below. 

Welcome to the Microsoft Xbox E3 2021 showcase, Bethesda included: Halo Infinite, Fable, Elder Scrolls 6, Starfield, Indiana Jones, and more. Microsoft acquired the behemoth game publisher for an equally massive $7.5 billion last year, which should almost certainly make for a particularly special event today. We have already caught some major reveals and announcements this year, including Elden Ring, Rainbow Six Extraction and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope alongside everything from yesterday’s Gearbox presentation. While we’ll have coverage of today’s big Square Enix show later this afternoon, for now it’s on to one of this year’s biggest events, the Xbox E3 2021 showcase, and it all starts now down below. 

Today, the LEGO Group and adidas have teased the two brands’ most recent collaboration, bringing yet another pair of unique kicks to your wardrobe. Though unlike all of the other releases from the partnership we’ve seen up until now, the upcoming LEGO adidas shoes will be made entirely out of bricks. Head below for everything we know so far.

Marvel fans have had quite a bit action to enjoy lately as new releases on the Disney+ side of things have been joined by plenty of debuts in the collectible space. After seeing all of the new LEGO Infinity Saga sets go live, the folks at Hasbro are now getting in on the action with the launch of three new Marvel Legend props from the MCU. Ranging from the iconic Iron Man Nano Gauntlet to a Doctor Strange’s signature pendent, you’ll want to heads below for all of the details and info on locking in pre-orders.

It’s now time for the Gearbox E3 2021 presentation. This year’s all-digital show is officially underway after Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest shocked us all with our first look at the much anticipated FromSoftware title Elden Ring, followed by today’s Ubisoft Forward event that finished off with a good look at the new Avatar game. For now we are moving on to the next big event on this year’s E3 schedule, Borderlands developer Gearbox. It all starts now and you can watch the Gearbox E3 2021 presentation down below. 

Today is the first major day for E3 2021, and we’re kicking things off with Ubisoft Forward. We already got a head start on things Thursday with the E3 2021 Summer Game Fest showcase and then yesterday with Microsoft’s Summer Game Fest Demo event. At Ubisoft’s event, we’re taking a look at Rainbow Six Extraction, Far Cry 6, and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, as it’ll be the first AC game supported “well into its second year.” Ready to learn more? Head below for a slew of trailers and more details.

No strangers to smooth camera moves, Zhiyun’s new Smooth-Q3 3-axis gimbal provides impressive stabilization for a phone with a ton of features alongside it. Everything from a rotating light on top of the gimbal to smart follow features within the app make it easy to grab some great shots. And while it is a bit more expensive and larger than the 2-axis Smooth-XS we took a look at recently, the $89 Smooth-Q3 seems to be a worthy upgrade if you want to ditch the selfie stick for some better stabilization. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

SmallRig, a well-known brand around videography and content creator groups, just announced its Mini Follow Focus 3010. This wheel-shaped device easily attaches to your camera and supports both DSLRs and mirrorless shooters. It’s compatible with many standard wheels so you can use it with gear that you already own. How can the SmallRig Mini Follow Focus 3010 upgrade your videography kit? Let’s take a closer look.

Polaroid is paying homage to legendary artist and activist Keith Haring in its latest collection. Just in time for Pride month, this new set includes a fresh look on the Now i-Type Instant Camera and matching color film inspired by Haring’s iconic prints. Haring was known for his work in the gay rights movement, as well as his street art and prints that featured slogans from ACT UP, a prominent AIDS activism group. Having tragically succumbed to the virus himself, the prevailing Keith Haring Foundation has partnered with Polaroid to honor his name and memory in this new collection. Hit the jump to continue reading.

Jaybird is doing what it does best once again and has released a new pair of truly wireless earbuds. The new Jaybird Vista 2 earbuds feature active noise cancellation, a truly wireless design, 24-hour battery life, and perhaps most notably, a military-grade construction. A tough design aims to keep these earbuds protected from water, sweat, in addition to being dropped or even crushed. Unsurprisingly, Vista 2 also wields a Find My Case feature as well. Continue reading to learn more.

After being in the making for quite some time, Linedock is finally shipping. We first got a look at the new accessory at CES 2020, where I was impressed by the prototype they showed off. Now, a year and a half later, the USB-C dock arrives with plenty of notable features to match its unique design. Today, we’re taking a closer look to see how it all stacks up. Head below for a closer look and first impressions with the new Linedock for 16-inch MacBook Pro.

All of the E3 2021 announces are beginning to go live, and the folks at Arcade1Up aren’t holding out on us any longer, either. Earlier in the week the brand announced its upcoming Simpsons cabinet, but it now looks like that was only the tip of the proverbial retro arcade action iceberg. Today, we’re getting a first look at three new cabinets. Headlined by the classic Turtles in Time, fans will also be able to bring a little piece of an ’80s arcade to their game rooms with new Street Fighter and Ms. PAC-MAN cabinets. Head below for all of the details.

Just launched today, Clarks starts the summer off with a limited-edition vintage collaboration with Levi’s. There are three styles in this collection: the Desert Boot, Weaver, and Wallabee. The pastel hue range adds a vintage feel, and each style features a suede design. One of the most distinctive parts of this collaboration is the Clarks classic label with a unique Levi’s tab. Each pair comes in at $260, and Clarks offers free delivery. The line was designed to accompany Levi’s Vintage Clothing’s “Loose Fix” line, which was made to highlight Manchester bars and music venues. So be sure to head below the jump to find out even more details about the Levi’s x Clarks collaboration.

Today, Razer is introducing its latest headset that sets out to deliver a more affordable version of one of its existing flagship offerings. The new Razer Opus X headphones still arrive with active noise cancellation and are joined by 30-hour playback as well as three fresh new colorways. While there are some trade-offs to the original, Razer is also introducing its latest at a much more affordable price tag. Head below for all of the details.

E3 2021 is now in full swing with yesterday’s showcase (Elden Ring included), and Microsoft has now announced its second Summer Game Fest Demo event. Last year, as part of Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest promotion, Microsoft offered up loads of playable demos to its gamer base via the ID@Xbox Summer Game Fest Demo event, and it will be making a triumphant return again this year. Starting next week, there will be over 40 demos for gamers to try out, almost like being on the show floor at E3. Head below for more details. 

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Magic the Gathering (MTG) is getting a much-anticipated update with the release of the Modern Horizons 2 booster set. Fans of the original Modern Horizons will enjoy the menagerie of toolbox cards and powerhouse players on offer. With a few new variants introduced, and a couple old faces being given new life, there’s a ton of ground to cover with this 303-card set. Plus, we’re already tracking a sizeable discount on one of the pre-order boost boxes. So hit the jump to find out how you can get in on the ground floor of MTG’s latest legendary game-changer.

Last Prime Day, we did a roundup of the best perks for Amazon credit card holders. With up to 25% back and $125 in gift cards last October, the online shopping giant doesn’t want to underdo this year’s discount festivities. If you’re looking for the best way to save this Prime Day, you’ll absolutely want one of Amazon’s in-house credit cards. But, which one is best? Let’s take a closer look

ARM-powered laptops that run Windows 10 are rarely seen in the wild, but the new Samsung Galaxy Book Go could change things. Similar to M1 MacBooks, this notebook bypasses Intel and similar processors in favor of ARM. While there will arguably be some downsides of choosing this laptop, the benefits will likely outweigh them, thanks to a very low price tag, long battery life, and the list goes on. Priced from $350, the latest Samsung laptop goes head-to-head with Chromebooks and significantly undercuts the cost of MacBooks. Continue reading to learn more.

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After debuting a pair of more affordable offerings last month geared towards off-the-grid smartphone charging and the like, Goal Zero is returning to launch one of its more eagerly-awaited products. As the brand’s latest portable power station, the all-new Yeti 1000X arrives as one of its most versatile releases yet. Armed with a 983Wh battery, there’s also an expansive selection of outputs for powering up all of your gear during camping trips or tailgates. Head below for all of the details.