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Today, OtterBox is expanding its collection of MagSafe iPhone 12 accessories with a series of wallet-focused releases. Headlined by a standalone magnetic wallet to take on Apple’s official offering, there’s also a new collection of folio cases for your iPhone 12 series device. Trading in the usual Apple stylings for more functional designs, you can get all of the details on the new OtterBox MagSafe wallets down below.

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• Apple’s prev-gen. iPad Pros drop to new Amazon lows at up to $199 off
• Apple’s official iPhone 12 series cases 60% off at Amazon lows: Leather, clear, more from $20
• Nomad’s Rugged Leather Pixel 4/XL cases fall to $24.50 with our exclusive code (Save 50%)

Today, Anker is rolling out the latest addition to its stable of MagSafe charging accessories with the launch of its most compact offering yet. Entering with quite the fitting name, the new Anker PowerWave Pad Lite offers much of the same magnetic charging features as the official offerings, but with a 7.5W output and 5-foot USB-C cable. It also has a much more affordable price tag. Head below for all the details.

The SSL UF8 DAW control surface is completely overkill for what I do, but following our announcement coverage, they asked if we wanted to take a hands-on look at it and I couldn’t resist. Thankfully, some features do work within Premiere Pro, which is where I edit most of my audio. To take full advantage of the incredible depth of control that the SSL UF8 offers, though, you will need a compatible DAW, or digital audio workstation like Logic, Pro Tools, or Ableton. If you’re interested in learning more about the incredible UF8 and want to see some of my audio workflows within Premiere, be sure to hit the video below. 

SteelSeries, a company known for its computer peripherals, is getting into the software game. Today, the company announced SteelSeries Moments, an all-new free software that runs in the background on your computer to make sharing game clips “easier and faster than ever before.” This software allows you to clip, edit, and share within one program, making it easier to capture crazy moments while playing online with friends.

It’s time to check back in with the Amazon Wag dog and pet food line. We tend to see great deals on its dry and wet options as well as the range of dog treats and dental chews on quite a regular basis, offering pet owners an affordable way to keep their furry friends fed and satisfied. Undercutting most of its competition on a pound-by-pound basis, the once brick-and-mortar pet store turned in-house Amazon brand has introduced a number of new products/formulas since we last checked in. Head below for a closer look and details on the new freeze-dried dog treats. 

Just last month, Belkin turned some heads by unleashing one of the first pairs of third-party earbuds with Find My support. Fast-forward to today, and the company has yet another notable product up for grabs. This time around it’s Belkin SoundForm Move, a similar Bluetooth earbud offering that pares down features in favor of a budget-friendly $50 price tag. An included charging case puts these on par with AirPods by delivering 24-hour battery life. USB-C charging is also onboard, helping to curb the need to carry an additional type of cable. Continue reading to learn more.

PowerA is back with a new face for its latest Mario-themed Nintendo Switch controller, and some might say it’s long overdue. Waluigi is finally sharing the spotlight, with a newly designed controller launching just in time for summer. There’s already a wide selection of character controllers from the powerhouse brand, and the latest iteration is sure to be packed with eye-catching design choices. Hit the jump to find out more about the anti-heroic theme and how you can score one for yourself.

It’s May the 4th, and while LEGO’s Star Wars Day promotion rages on, we’re turning our attention to one of the latest creations from a galaxy far, far away. Debuting as the newest set inspired by Empire Strikes Back, the new Imperial Probe Droid stacks up to over 680 pieces while assembling the latest buildable character from the Star Wars universe. But does this kit stack up to a model that’s worth putting on display? Head below for all of the details on the LEGO Imperial Probe Droid.

After seeing the new Disney Star Wars retractible lightsaber this morning, new Star Wars collectibles continue with the Boba Fett prototype collectible figure. Hasbro is now readying pre-orders for the upcoming Retro Collection Boba Fett Prototype Edition —  a throwback collectible figure coming to Target starting tomorrow. The multi-color figurine features a unique, almost unfinished look to mimic how these toys are prototyped in the early stages of development, subsequently making for a brilliant little Star Wars collectible. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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• Celebrate May the 4th with the best deals on Star Wars collectibles, games, more
• Apple’s M1-powered MacBook Pro falls to new all-time low at $199 off
• Latest iPad Air works with Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard at $74 off

Disney is looking to outshine all of the other new unveils from a galaxy far, far away this Star Wars Day with the formal unveil of its upcoming retractible Lightsaber. While it won’t be able to slice and dice like in the films, the new prop features a light-up blade that can automatically extend from the hilt. As one of the most authentic recreations from the Star Wars icon, you’ll want to head below for all of the details.

ROCCAT is introducing two new keyboards aimed at gamers today with the membrane-based Magma and mechanical Pyro. Featuring fully illuminated AIMO RGB lighting, and pricing as low as $60, you’re bound to find an enjoyable experience offered here. Both models feature detachable palm rests, convenient media controls, and the ROCCAT Easy-Shift+ technology to allow you to easily assign a secondary function to frequently used keys. So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at the ROCCAT Magma and Pyro RGB gaming keyboards.

After showcasing 25 creations in January that are still being reviewed by the LEGO Ideas team, we’re getting a look at the latest batch of fan-made models that hit the 10,000-supporter milestone. As the largest review round to date, there are an impressive 57 different sets all vying to get the seal of approval from the LEGO Group and become an official set. Head below for all of the details on the LEGO Ideas spring review round.

With May the 4th just one day away, it looks like new Stanley Star Wars gear will join in the fun. Several items have begun to show up at Amazon, and we haven’t written off the chance that even more could pop up between now and tomorrow. At the moment, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, Luke Skywalker, C-3PO, and R2-D2 bottles and food jars have surfaced. Each style is placed onto existing shapes and sizes of Stanley products, helping to ensure there won’t be any missteps when it comes to overall reliability of these units. Continue reading to learn more.

The May reading list 2021 is full of great reads to pick up for spring and summer. This reading list features historical fiction novels, thrillers, romance, and even sci-fi. So be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from our May reading list, and be sure to check out our Mother’s Day guides, in case you’re looking for last-minute gift ideas.

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• Google kicks off Mother’s Day sale: Nest Mini $30, Wifi $199, Audio $80, more
• Nike’s official Apple Watch Sport Pride Band sees rare discount to low of $39 (Reg. $49)
• Google Pixel 4 XL delivers a 6.3-inch OLED display at $500, its lowest price of the year

The new Elevation Lab TagVault is the “first waterproof” AirTag case, and it’s now available for pre-order from $13. Elevation Lab — makers of that great little under-desk Anchor gear hook — are stepping into the AirTag accessory business with its new, protection-focused TagVault. Dubbed the very first waterproof AirTag case, the design here is heavily focused on protecting your AirTag at all costs while leaving it with a “nondescript” look that doesn’t broadcast to onlookers that there’s an AirTag in there, according to Elevation Lab. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

With all of the winter releases already having hit store shelves, the LEGO Group now has its sights on the upcoming summer waves. After already getting the details on the latest Harry Potter and Super Mario kits, we’re getting a first look at a collection of new creations spanning everything from the new Botanical Gardens theme to Creator, City, Disney, Ninjago, and more. Head below for all of the details.

The new Twelve South MagSafe charging stand launched earlier this week with a minimalistic, clean look and a design that leaves your iPhone 12 floating in midair. We have been fans of the brand for a quite a while now, but with Apple reintroducing MagSafe tech this generation, it’s time to give Twelve South’s first crack at the technology a run for its money. Head below for our hands-on Twelve South Forté review. 

Among Us made its first console debut on Nintendo Switch back in December, followed by a launch on Xbox a few weeks later. Then, in March of this year, the highly-anticipated Airship map was released, but still only available on PC, Switch, and Xbox. However, that all changes now, as the beloved game is being launched on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 later this year. What all is included, and when can we expect to be able to play? Let’s take a closer look.

A slider is a handy tool for videographers that allows them to get smooth sideways footage while also emulating a dolly in allowing for forward and backward motion too. The Slypod Pro takes this a step further than most, adding in vertical motion also.

But it also has a completely different form factor to a conventional slider. Rather than a sled on rails, the Slypod looks exactly like a high-end monopod.

From TikTok to the wilderness to the happiest place on Earth and back, CASETiFY is starting your Friday off right with the second wave of its NBA collection. Earlier this year, the first collection dropped to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NBA, but now it’s time for specifics of what to expect this time around. You’ll be able to show off your hometown pride with a massive variety gear, and unique designs for all 30 teams. Hit the jump to take an inside look at this latest addition to the CASETiFY lineup.

Earlier this spring, LEGO showcased the latest additions to its lineup of brick-build re-creations from a galaxy far, far away. And now with Star Wars Day on the horizon, we’re checking out the new LEGO Darth Vader and Scout Trooper helmets to see if they’re worth the cash ahead of May the 4th promotions. Head below for a closer look and all of the details on the latest releases. 

Hilton Carter is a plant enthusiast, and he’s currently partnering with Target for a limited-time collection of faux and live plants, home accessories, and more. Hilton Carter is also an author, artist, and visual storyteller who is using his interior design skills in a new line at Target. The collection has over 49 items with pricing starting at just $8. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Target x Hilton Carter collection and be sure to dive into his latest book, Wild Creations, for even more home decor ideas.

A whole host of Nyko console accessories have launched today. Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5 have all been shown some love. Nyko takes on Sony with a DualSense dock of its own called Charge Arc, and there’s even an affordable Switch controller dubbed Prime, which clocks in at a fraction of the cost of Nintendo’s Pro solution. It doesn’t stop there, though, as a few gaming headsets are also up for grabs, all of which are quite affordable. Continue reading to learn more.

Star Wars Day game deals are now starting to go live on the digital Xbox store, Nintendo’s eShop, the App Store, Google Play, and PSN. While we are still a few days away from this year’s big May the 4th celebration, as is customary, the game deals are already going live. Microsoft has kicked off a wide-ranging Star Wars game sale featuring titles new and old alongside some classics on the eShop and we are even starting to see some PSN price drops as well. Head below for a closer look at the now live Star Wars Day game deals alongside some great little mobile apps and more.

Let’s take a look at the new Belkin AirTag cases. The new Apple AirTag Loop and Leather Key Ring cases are now up for sale on the official Amazon storefront and direct, alongside the first offerings from Nomad, Pad & Quill, and Spigen, but it’s now time to check out the first Belkin AirTag cases. Available in two form factors, the Secure holder key ring style and the Strap variant, they come in at less than half the price of the official Apple offerings and slightly undercut the particularly affordable $14 Caseology dog tag style we featured recently. Now available for purchase starting from $13 Prime shipped, head below for a closer look. 

April saw the launch of a series of new LEGO Star Wars kits amongst the first Looney Tunes minifigures and much more. But now, we’re turning our attention to all of the fan-made builds that are still vying for that official set status. This month, in particular, is headlined by the recreation of an iconic A-Frame cabin, as well as a playable mini-golf course and much more. Head below for a look at all of April’s best LEGO Ideas.

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• Apple’s new M1 iMacs and iPad Pros see first discounts with these exclusive deals
• Apple’s new AirPods Max on sale for the first time at Amazon, now $532
• Apple Pencil 2 returns to 2021 low at $104 just in time for today’s iPad Pro refresh (Reg. $129)

During last night’s earnings call, Amazon detailed the company’s performance over the past quarter, beating out Wall Street’s expectations in the process. But alongside just boasting to shareholders how well Q1 2021 went, Amazon also looked ahead to the future, mentioning that Prime Day 2021 would return to its usual summer time slot this year. With an expected launch in June, head below for everything we know so far about the upcoming shopping event.

We’ve been talking about Apex Legends Legacy for the past few weeks now, taking deeper dives into the Arenas mode and overviews of all the changes coming with the update. Today, the patch notes dropped for the incoming expansion starting on May 4, so let’s take a look at the changes we can expect to see in Apex Legends Legacy.

Attention Rebel pilots: Citizen is releasing two Star Wars inspired multifunction watches modeled after some of the most iconic starfighters. First up is Rebel Pilot, encased in water-resistant stainless steel and sporting tons of Easter egg design choices. And the black and olive Trench Run model equipped with dual analog faces, temperature gauge, and more. Find all the info you need on how to score these interstellar collectible timepieces down below.

Funko continues to add new and exciting POP! characters to its portfolio at every turn lately. Even the cast of Seinfeld recently got their own models. Memorable Parks and Recreation Funko POP! figures are the latest to join in the fun, and some will arguably be pretty popular. Standouts include Ron Swanson as Duke Silver, April Ludgate as Janet Snakehole, and Andy Dwyer as Princess Rainbow Sparkle. Funko hasn’t stopped there, however. Pre-orders can also be placed for Leslie The Riveter and Hunter Ron. Continue reading to see photos and learn more.

Sephora Mother’s Day Gift Guide is live with hundreds of ideas for the beauty lover. You can find perfume sets, makeup, skincare, and hair products. Treat your mother with goodies from Sephora with pricing starting at just $10. Plus, for Mother’s Day, Sephora is offering free shipping with promo code FREESHIP at checkout. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Sephora Mother’s Day Gift Guide, and be sure to check out our other posts for the holiday including Lululemon, Carhartt, and adidas.

While last year was defined by the rollout of Wi-Fi 6 in the networking space, 2021 is seeing some of the first readily available Wi-Fi 6E devices start to hit the market. Today, Linksys is entering the fray, debuting two new systems equipped with the spec in the form of a standalone Hydra Pro Gaming Router and Atlas Max 6E mesh package. Sporting premium price tags to go alongside the next step of at-home networking, the new Linksys Wi-Fi 6E devices are now available for purchase. Head below for all of the details.

We are about to get bombarded with Star Wars Day deals (they have already started), and we now have the specifics on what to expect from the 2021 May the 4th celebration. Over on the official Star Wars blog, Disney and friends have unveiled a massive collection of games and experiences that will be on tap for this year’s festivities, including everything from PC titles and mobile games to “details on the release of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order for next-gen consoles” and Minecraft add-ons. There’s a lot to get through here, but you’ll find the highlights broken down below the fold. 

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• Apple Watch Series 6 models now up to $150 off, marking new all-time lows
• Sony’s popular XM4 headphones rock ANC, 30-hour playback, more at $278 (Save 21%)
• The North Face Season Sale adds new arrivals up to 55% off: Outerwear, shoes, more

ASUS, who launched its first 4K144 HDMI 2.1 monitors in January, is now introducing an all-new contender to the high-end display race: the ROG Swift PG32UQX. This new 32-inch monitor features a 4K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, 1,400-nit brightness, and mini LED technology. ASUS claims the “world’s first” mini LED monitor title with this release, so let’s dive into all that’s included here.

Expanding on their lineup of lifestyle offerings, the new Razer Anzu is an interesting combination of technology. On the one hand, eye care is becoming more important with how much time is spent looking at a screen and the blue light blocking lenses help to protect our eyes, but Razer has also packed swappable sunglasses lenses, Bluetooth connectivity, and speakers into the arms of these $200 glasses, much like the Bose Frames that we took a look at earlier. Be sure to hit the video below to check out all of the details. 

The latest Fossil Everett Hybrid Smartwatch has arrived. It features a 45mm stainless steel case that’s mirrored by the included bracelet. A vibrant blue color surrounds the outer dial, and within that, you’ll find an always-on display that showcases activity metrics and more. Like many smartwatches out there, a heart rate monitor is built in, yet battery life still soars. Wearers can anticipate going two-plus weeks before needing to refuel this timepiece, making it a solid choice for anyone put off by the need to charge another device each and every day. Continue reading to learn more.

Brooks’ new spring arrivals will have runners rejoicing. With all of the features you need to take your run farther, you will love trying out one of these new running shoes and apparel options. They also have new apparel and accessories that are great for Mother’s Day gifting. So be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks.

Today, Samsung is introducing a new class of laptop to the Galaxy Book lineup. Enter, the all-new Galaxy Book Pro and Pro 360, touted as smartphone thin and the lightest one ever to carry its hybrid 11th Generation Evo-certified Intel processor. Showboating as Samsung’s latest and greatest, the Galaxy Book Pro is fine-tuned with loads of upgraded features, like a 20-hour battery life and an AMOLED display. Head below for all of the details.

Anker is releasing its latest pair of ANC headphones today, delivering the brand’s most feature-packed pair of cans to date. Centered around 40-hour battery life, the new Anker Soundcore Life Q35 arrive with various noise cancellation modes on top of LDAC hi-fi audio support, and the usual in-depth EQ customization. Not to mention, an affordable price tag. Head below for all of the details.