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Nintendo officially announces new Donkey Kong Bananza Direct showcase for this week

Donkey Kong Banaza Direct showcase this week
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Nintendo has now officially announced a dedicated Donkey Kong Bananza Direct showcase scheduled for later this week. After the debut of Mario Kart World on launch day earlier this month, the next major Switch 2 exclusive scheduled to launch for the next-generation console is now over a month away and we will all be getting more details on Donkey Kong’s new 3D adventure in this week’s Direct showcase. 

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Spigen debuts all-new vintage iMac G3-inspired Apple Watch charger stand at $20

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Spigen is expanding its C1 accessory lineup – you know, the gear designed after the iconic iMac G3 – with an all-new Apple Watch charger stand. The new C1 charger stand follows in the footsteps of the C1 iPhone case, MagSafe wallet, and more, featuring a semi-transparent and vibrantly-colored shell directly inspired by the Jony Ive-designed iMac G3 – the first major Apple product release under Steve Jobs. 

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Tested: Hands-on with Spigen’s canvas-like Switch 2 case that carries your console, 10 games, and an AirTag

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Update: The mention below regarding the inner flap needing to be longer might actually be a bigger problem than it first appeared after the first week of testing. You should avoid this case as the inner zipper might damage the Switch 2 if you’re not super careful with it.

There’s loads of Switch 2 cases out there already, but the fabric-like finish and minimalist approach of the Spigen Klasden caught my eye. If you’re into the flashy, colorful models, you’ll want to look elsewhere, but if you like what you’re seeing from the Klasden in the images, head below for some hands-on impressions.

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Tested: Hands-on with SanDisk’s latest USB4 Extreme PRO portable SSD

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I’ve been on the hunt for a new portable SSD solution and, despite some of the issues its drives have had in past years, SanDisk’s Extreme lineup has been a reliable one for me so opted to test out the latest SanDisk Extreme PRO with USB4. While data transfer speed rates have been spotty at times without modern Thunderbolt 5 ports, it has otherwise been a reliable solution worth considering for all but the most hardcore professionals out there. Let’s dive in.

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Bose unveils next-gen flagship QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds with enhanced adaptive noise cancellation, more

New Bose unveils next-gen flagship QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen

Today, Bose is unveiling the next-generation of its flagship wireless earbuds with the new QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen). The previous models are widely considered to be among the best options out there, going toe-to-toe with Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 and Sony’s XM5 buds, but now Bose is going to be the first to jump into the next-generation with what could be anywhere from 6 months or (much) more of a head start on the expected upcoming AirPods Pro 3. The new edition brings everything we already know and love about the current version alongside some key improvements in the adaptive noise cancellation, voice pickup, and wireless charging departments. 

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Konami summer game showcase: New look at Metal Gear Solid Delta, Silent Hill f, and more

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While most of the major summer gaming showcases are behind us now – Summer Game Fest, PlayStation State of Play, and the Xbox Game Showcase, Konami’s Press Start starts now (at 9 a.m. ET). This will be your next major chance at more details and gameplay footage for the highly-anticipated upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater as well as Silent Hill f. Check it all out down below. 

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Best Buy just officially confirmed Switch 2 will be in-stock online today, here are the details

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Update 6/11 at noon ET: Now live!

Best Buy has now officially confirmed it will have limited Nintendo Switch 2 inventory online today. In a surprise move, and after skipping out on online orders for launch week, Best Buy has sent out an email specifically stating that it will have more Switch 2 console units in-stock today (June 11). 

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PSA: Your Switch 2 might be displaying remaining battery power incorrectly – here’s how to fix it

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In our continued efforts to ensure your Switch 2 experience is a smooth one, today we are touching on the “Battery Charge Indicator” issue Nintendo has identified. Over on the official support page for Switch 2, Nintendo is suggesting that some Switch 2 console units are experiencing some minor issues with regards to the “Battery Charge Indicator or Percentage Displays” – here’s how to fix it. 

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Burton Goods launches new Slim Leather Magnetic Case for M4 iPad Pro [Exclusive launch deal]

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Exclusive/15% off

Today one of our favorite leather Apple gear accessory makers is announcing its first new launch of 2025 with the all-new Burton Goods Slim Magnetic Leather iPad Case for Apple’s M4 iPad Pro. Now available for purchase in the 11- and 13-inch sizes, you can also use our exclusive BG15 code at checkout the knock 15% off your order. Head below for a closer look. 

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Nintendo just revealed the all-new Splatoon Raiders exclusively for Switch 2

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While it might not be the new 3D Mario Switch 2 you are waiting for, today Nintendo is officially revealing the new Splatoon Raiders. Officially dubbed the first first-ever Splatoon spinoff game, Raiders is coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 alongside a FREE update for Splatoon 3 and you can check the debut trailer and all of the details below. 

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Tested: Satechi’s aluminum and tempered glass Find My wallet card is the most gorgeous model you can buy

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Satechi recently expanded its collection of FindAll accessories with its new Find My-equipped Keychain, Luggage Tag, Glasses Case, and the wallet Card we are taking a closer look at today. The brand’s Find My passport holder was hit around here last year – it has remained my go-to solution ever since – and I have high hopes for the new Satechi FindAll Card too. Head below for my hands-ion impressions. 

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Summer Game Fest 2025 goes live today – the biggest gaming event of the year: 2 hours of reveals, world premieres, more

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Summer Game Fest 2025 is set to take the stage today for lengthy live stream directly from YouTube Theater in California. The fifth annual gaming showcase has quickly become one of, if not, the biggest event of the gaming calendar (save for the Switch 2 bonanza this year of course), and it is once again set to debut hours worth of game reveals, world premieres, updates, and much more. 

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How to set up your Nintendo Switch 2, and what happens to your old one [Video]

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I was lucky enough to get my hands on the new Switch 2 this week, and while the setup process was relatively easy, I had a bunch of unanswered questions. The questions centered mostly around game transfers, what Virtual games are, and what happens to my old Switch that I still want to keep and hand it down to a child. After doing some research, I got all my questions answered, and the solution is, well, not the best. Here is what you should know.

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All of the new Switch 2 game releases still in-stock + FREE upgrades, new eShop sales, and more

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We are now onto day 2 of the Switch 2 launch. We saw another short blast of console availability early this morning at Target (we will keep a close eye throughout the day for more), but we wanted to once again highlight all of the new Switch 2 releases that are still in stock (at the time of writing) as well as touch down to inform folks about a couple new eShop sales that went live over the last 12 hours or so: the Devolver Digital event from $2.50 loaded with some brilliant indies and the Monster Hunter eShop sale from $10. But now it’s on to the Switch 2 games  now available for purchase that released yesterday.

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Nintendo Switch 2 now available for purchase online!

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Update 6/6 at 4:15 a.m.: Nintendo Switch 2 now available at Target, including the console only and the Mario Kart World bundle:

Nintendo Switch 2 has now officially released and is available for purchase online (or will be very soon – midnight ET). Years in the making, and years of waiting, it has finally happened and the next-generation of Nintendo gaming is now out in the wild. If you’re not picking up your pre-order in-store, waiting for it to land on your doorstep tomorrow morning, or lining up to buy one on location right now, Walmart and others now have the new console up for sale!

Walmart will be your best source to buy one tonight:

Walmart – Nintendo Switch 2 launch

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Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller hands-on review [Video]

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One of the biggest sleepers of the whole Switch 2 launch has to be the new Pro Controller. I have been blown away by the material, build quality, size, and sound dampening, especially. At first I thought that $85 was a bit steep for a controller, but after using it for a day, I now see that it might be the best value in console controllers.

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You need to make sure Nintendo Switch 2 is set as your ‘primary’ console – here’s how to do it

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The Nintendo Switch 2 is here and, for many, that means upgrading from a past device. If you want to treat Switch 2 as your primary console, though, you’ll need to ensure it is set that way. Nintendo doesn’t make this process particularly straightforward, though, so here’s a quick breakdown of how to set Nintendo Switch 2 as your primary console.

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Happy Switch 2 launch day! Here’s everything Nintendo released today: Games from $15, FREE upgrades, more

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Happy Switch 2 launch day folks! I hope everyone has had a chance to secure their pre-orders or took advantage of our midnight coverage to land a console lates last night (don’t worry if you didn’t, there’s more to come tonight). It is a big day for Nintendo and there’s a whole lot more than just consoles being released today, including all of the day 1 launch games, a whole slew of accessories, and much more. So for today’s daily console games feature, we are highlighting everything Nintendo released for Switch 2 launch day. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 is here: Unboxing and first impressions [Hands-on & Video]

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After months of buildup, the Nintendo Switch 2 is here. I got early access to everything at a private event hosted by Nintendo at their flagship store in NYC. I was able to pick up the full launch lineup directly from Nintendo, including the console, accessories, and the new Mario Kart World game.

I’ve spent some time unboxing it all, setting things up, and playing with some of the accessories. While I think this is a fantastic upgrade to the Switch 1, its not all good. Let’s dive into the unboxing and first impressions.

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How to buy Nintendo Switch 2 tonight

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This is it folks – Nintendo Switch 2 finally launches on June 5 and here’s how to buy one starting tomorrow night. Loads of 9to5Toys readers were able to score a pre-order already, but if you didn’t you will have a chance to land one in under 48 hours now. Head below for details on where and when to score a Nintendo Switch 2 starting tomorrow night.

Switch 2 at Walmart – be ready at midnight ET June 5

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New officially licensed RDS Switch 2 case, backpack, and bag collection now live from just $20 Prime shipped

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Game Traveler’s officially licensed RDS cases and accessories have been go-to options at affordable prices throughout the current Switch generation, and now with the next-gen set for release tomorrow, the new Switch 2 RDS case collection has arrived. Now available for purchase on Amazon starting from $19.99 Prime shipped, the collection consists of six Switch 2 cases of varying style and form-factor. Scope them out below. 

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PlayStation State of Play summer game showcase now live: 40-mins of new PS5 games and updates

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Today is the day folks and it all starts very soon. The big Summer Game Fest shows takes the stage on Friday followed by the Xbox showcase this upcoming Sunday, but Sony is kicking off the big summer gaming showcases today before the Nintendo Switch madness ensues later this evening and tomorrow. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 guide – Launch details, consoles available for purchase tonight, more [Updated]

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Everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch 2 has been collected into one handy guide for you below for tonight’s midnight launch. Nintendo’s next-generation console will hit store shelves tonight at Walmart (Nintendo Switch 2 Console and the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle), midnight pickup lines, and doorsteps starting tomorrow morning. We have collected all of the stories, rumors, and details on Switch 2 in the lead up to tonight’s launch alongside details on purchase availability – consoles will go live for purchase again at midnight ET on June 5.

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PSA: Walmart is giving folks another chance to ‘reorder’ canceled Switch 2 pre-orders right now

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Now less than 48 hours from the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, we have some potentially great news for folks who might have had their initial Walmart pre-order cancelled. It seems the retailer is now reversing these cancellations and giving folks a chance to secure their initial pre-order after all. 

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LEGO reveals Icons How to Train Your Dragon Toothless set soaring onto the scene for preorder

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June is here, and builders are already buzzing with excitement over the latest 50 LEGO sets that just hit the market, but today, we’re getting a fresh new reveal of an upcoming set that will likely have DreamWorks fans giddy for next month. Set to arrive hot on the tail of the new live-action movie, the LEGO Group has pulled the veil off the new Icons 10375 How to Train Your Dragon: Toothless build that is now open for preorders! Head below for more information and to browse through the collected photos.

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Nintendo ships Switch 2 with a screen protector already installed, but not the kind you think – do not remove it

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In our continued countdown to the launch of Switch 2 later this week, we are issuing another quick PSA based on details from the official user manual. That screen protector on the Switch 2 when you open the box isn’t a screen protector at all, and Nintendo is warning users to never remove it. 

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Best of 9to5Toys – All of this week’s best deals: M4 iPad Pro $400 off, M4 MacBook Air, YETI tumblers, more

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Good morning and welcome to Best of 9to5Toys Weekly – a one-stop shop for all of the week’s best deals on Apple gear, Samsung and Android tech, accessories for smartphones and Macs, intelligent household upgrades, and even deals to update your wardrobe. The all-new Best of 9to5Toys collects all of the most notable deals and organizes them neatly into one handy catalog for you to peruse every Saturday morning.

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Target officially details Switch 2 launch plans, here’s how to score one next week

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While we know Best Buy, GameStop, and (likely) Walmart will all be participating in the Nintendo Switch 2 launch next week, Target is perhaps going to be your best bet for scoring one online. We know the national retailer will be hosting a launch day celebration at its brick and mortar locations with a chance to actually buy a Switch 2 console, followed by availability online the next day, but it has now issued an official press release with additional details and what time you’ll need to be ready to land a Switch 2. 

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Destined Rivals: Pokemon’s most anticipated set is officially here [Video]

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One of Pokémon’s most anticipated sets of all time is officially here. This set pays homage to the original Team Rocket set of 2000 and also adds in some hero trainer cards like Ethan’s Ho-oh and Misty’s Psyduck. Pokémon is also releasing some unique promo cards for launch day! Here is everything you need to know.

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Switch 2 pre-orders made last month are now getting cancelled, you better go check on yours

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Before you too riled up, not all orders are being cancelled here. The one week countdown to the release of Nintendo Switch 2 is officially on. After years of waiting, and a countless number of rumors and leaks, the Switch 2 release is finally upon us and, while we would have liked to start our countdown off on a happy note, we thought it more pertinent to launch this PSA – loads of folks who thought they secured a Switch 2 pre-order last month are starting to see pre-orders getting cancelled. 

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LEGO and Nike collaboration reveals first new building set with the Nike Dunk hitting the court in July

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It’s been a fairly long wait since we got the first teasers of LEGO and Nike’s team-up back in August, but today, we’re getting the first official reveals from the sporty collaboration. That’s right, prepare to lace up and hit the court as The LEGO Group’s long-awaited multi-year partnership – which spans new build sets, kids’ footwear and apparel, as well as community events and activations – has finally kicked off, headlined by the upcoming 43008 Nike Dunk set that’s now open for preorders! Head below to learn about this set and the other reveals we’ve got news on that will be following right behind it.

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Amazon’s Blink brand launches new smart video doorbell today at $70: 2 yr. battery, head-to-toe view, more

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Amazon’s Blink smart home brand is announcing and launching its new next-generation Blink Video Doorbell today. A brand well known for delivering affordable smart home solutions – you can score the now previous-generation model for just $29.99 Prime shipped – is ready to debut its newest addition to the family with a series of upgraded features alongside a relatively light-on-the-pocket price tag. Details below. 

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Nintendo just unleashed a new Super Mario Party Jamboree overview gameplay trailer ahead of Switch 2 launch

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Nintendo has a decent selection of updated Switch 2 games scheduled to hits next-generation console as Switch 2 Editions in the coming months. Zelda BotW and Tears of the Kingdom being the two primetime titles alongside upgraded versions of Kirby and the Forgotten Land as well as Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV – and Nintendo just debuted a brand new trailer for the latter. Check it out below. 

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Target officially confirms more Switch 2 stock for next week in-store, and here’s when they will go live online again

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Some credible sources already tipped us to upcoming Switch 2 stock at Target, but now it’s official. The national retailer has now updated its Switch 2 landing page on the official site with some details on when you can expect to get another chance to land Nintendo’s highly sought-after next-generation console, in-store and online. 

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Satechi intros 4 new Apple Find My accessories from $30: Keychain, luggage tag, wallet card, and glasses case

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Just after the debut of its new travel charger – here’s our hands-on review, one of our favorite accessory makers is ready to launch its latest releases today. Satechi is a brand perhaps best known for its MagSafe chargers, Mac mini hub, and things of this nature, but today’s new drop is all about the four new Apple Find My accessories it is ready to showcase. Take a look below. 

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Here’s your first look at the official Nintendo Switch 2 collectible coin, and details on how to score one

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As we reported previously, Best Buy has already officially confirmed with 9to5Toys regarding details on more Switch 2 console stock coming available on launch day as part of its midnight release event. It has now also sent over some official imagery of the collectible coin select lucky customers will get a chance at that night as well. 

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Marshall unveils next-gen Kilburn III portable speaker with 2x battery life and same classic design

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Just after the debut of its first-ever Heston 120 soundbar, Marshall is ready to unleash the next-generation version of one of its flagship portable speakers to keep your summer adventures and get-togethers rocking. Pulling heavily from the physical design of the previous edition, the all-new Marshall Kilburn III is making its worldwide debut today with reengineered acoustics for better sound and a serious upgrade on battery life. 

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