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LEGO collaborates with Monster Jam for new Grave Digger and Max-D Technic kits

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Today, we’re getting another look at the latest LEGO creations due out in 2021 with a pair of Technic sets. In collaboration with Monster Jam, fans will be able to assemble either the iconic Grave Digger or Max-D monster trucks complete with pull-back features and plenty of authentic details. Head below for a closer look at the two new LEGO Technic Monster Jam sets.

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9to5Toys Daily: December 08, 2020 – Apple Watch SE from $259, OnePlus 7T $330, more

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Classic Star Wars KOTOR 2 lands on iOS and Android later this month

The classic Star Wars KOTOR 2 is now scheduled for an official release on iOS and Android on the same date as The Mandalorian season 2. The original KOTOR game has been available on mobile platforms for quite some time now, but after fans asking for a mobile port of the sequel for “so long,” publisher Aspyr has now officially announced the mid-December launch date. Head below for more details and a look at today’s announcement trailer. 

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Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War Review: Zombies and Nuketown make a comeback

Every year, Call of Duty gets a new iteration, and we’re coming off one of the best releases we’ve seen in many years. While Infinity Ward handled Modern Warfare quite well, this year, it’s Treyarch’s turn to take the helm, and with that comes Black Ops: Cold War. A familiar story to many, Black Ops: Cold War takes place in the ‘80s during the height of the Cold War, where you’ll play as various characters in the infamous time period. Sit with the president, fill him in on details, and make decisions along the way…be careful here, as they can change the outcome of the game. Without further ado, let’s take a deep dive into our hands-on review of Call of Duty Black Ops: Cold War.

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LEGO showcases upcoming 2021 catalog with Star Wars, Creator, and other new kits

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With the new year on the horizon, we’re getting more and more of a complete picture of what to expect from LEGO once 2021 rolls around. Today, we’re getting another official look at what to expect, thanks to the very first LEGO catalog that’s been released. Head below for a closer look at the new creations in the first LEGO catalog for 2021.

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New HP EliteBook and ZBook Firefly laptops boast Tile integration, 5G, 64GB of RAM, more

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HP has taken the wraps off its latest laptops today. PC shoppers will have several more options to choose from now that the HP EliteBook 800 series and ZBook Firefly G8 have debuted. All configurations are powered by Intel’s 11th generation processors. A couple of standout features happen to be support for up to 64GB or RAM and integrated Tile support. HP is aiming these new devices at remote workers, product designers, creative professionals, data scientists, and the list goes on. Continue reading to learn more.

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AmazonBasics lineup expanded with new everyday essentials from $4

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Amazon is expanding its AmazonBasics offerings with a line of new products for your home and more. This product group has always been popular with those looking to save on everyday essentials and it’s served as just another way for Amazon to take advantage of its in-house offerings. New additions to the AmazonBasics lineup include products for your kitchen, office, and much more with prices from $4. Down below you’ll find an overview of what to expect from Amazon’s latest additions.

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Blair’s next-level smart home upgrades

Smart home tech has proven to be a great way to refresh your space with some ambient lighting or provide a more immersive home theater experience. Today, we’re rounding up some of our favorite accessories that would make great gifts this holiday season. Perfect for the people on your list who already pick up the latest and greatest tech for themselves, these next-level smart home upgrades are sure to excite once unwrapped at the end of the month. Head below for all of our top picks in this year’s smart home gift guide.

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Disney teams up with Hasbro for new 4-foot Mandalorian NERF blaster replica

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Disney is teaming up with NERF and Hasbro to release an all-new Amban Phase-Pulse Mandalorian NERF blaster replica. Inspired directly by Din Djarin’s primary weapon from the hit Disney+ show, Star Wars: The Mandalorian, the new NERF blaster is also one of the longest the company has ever produced. Head below for a closer look and pre-order details

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Dragon’s Lair x RepliCade Review: New Wave Toys creates another premium mini arcade cabinet [Video]

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Continuing their quest for the ultimate collectible retro line-up, New Wave Toys’ latest miniature replica arcade cabinet is the Dragon’s Lair x RepliCade. Officially licensed by Digital Leisure and Dragon’s Lair LLC, this new premium cab has the same incredible attention to detail that we’ve seen on all of New Wave Toys’ earlier offerings. Head below to watch the video and see all of the details. 

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9to5Toys Daily: December 04, 2020 – 12.9-inch iPad Pro Magic Keyboard $300, Sonos Speakers, more

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LEGO brings the Jeep Wrangler to its Technic garage with upcoming 665-piece set

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Today, LEGO is taking the wraps off its latest creation, giving us a better picture of what to expect from the upcoming 2021 wave of kits. Bringing the iconic Jeep Wrangler into LEGO form for the very first time, the new Technic model arrives as just the latest set to debut ahead of the new lineup of kits next year. Stacking up to over 660 pieces, you’ll find a working winch alongside other authentic details. Head below for all of the details on the upcoming LEGO Technic Jeep Wrangler.

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9to5Toys Daily: December 03, 2020 – $99 off latest MacBook Pro, HomeKit cameras, more

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LEGO gets festive with new Ice Skating Rink set, here’s how to score it for FREE

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With the holidays around the corner, LEGO is back to start the month here with its latest winter-themed creation. Stacking up to over 300 pieces, the new Ice Skating Rink brings some festive charm to your LEGO city complete with two minifigures and a working mechanism to actually let them skate. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO Ice Skating Rink kit and to learn how it can be added to your collection for entirely free.

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9to5Toys Daily: December 02, 2020 – Powerbeats Pro $150, iPad Pro from $585, more

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Amazon reports record Black Friday and Cyber Monday turnout despite pandemic

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Despite a global pandemic, lagging economy, and overall uncertainty, Amazon is reporting today that it has returned one of the best Black Friday and Cyber Mondays ever. Calling it “record demand,” Amazon is detailing the news in a blog post today detailing how, despite being fresh off Prime Day, sales numbers continued to be very high through the month of November. There was quite a bit of uncertainty on the way in to the holiday shopping season, but it appears that Amazon largely came out unscathed. Head below for a full breakdown of the most popular items from Amazon’s holiday shopping events and more.

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SteelSeries Arctis 7X Review: My favorite Xbox Series X headset so far [Video]

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With a wireless dongle that enables use across Xbox as well as PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Android Mobile devices, the SteelSeries Arctis 7X offers huge compatibility for next-gen consoles. Match that with 24-hour battery life and one of the most comfortable designs, and the 7X has a lot to offer for $149.99. Head below to watch the video and find out more. 

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LEGO’s Collectible minifigure Series 21 arrives with an Aztec warrior, centaur, more

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Today, LEGO is taking the wraps off its latest roster of collectible minifigures with 12 new characters. As one of its most diverse selections yet, this time around, fans will be able to expand their collections with everything from a centaur archer to beekeeper, Aztec warrior, violinist, and more. Head below the fold for more details and a closer look at all 12 of the new releases in the LEGO Collectible minifigure series 21 set.

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All-new Wyze Watch offers blood oxygen tracking, 9-day battery life, more at $20

Hot on the heels of the Wyze Sprinkler, Vacuum, Cam V3, Doorbell, Thermostat, Headphones, and more, the budget-focused smart gear company is entering the smartwatch game…again. Wyze released their first fitness tracker/wearable back in March, and we went hands-on with it a few months later. Designed more like a fitness tracker and less like a watch, Wyze Band, as it was called, cost $25. That in and of itself was a bargain, but Wyze decided that it was time to launch a true smartwatch, the Wyze Watch. This time, however, they decided to come in at an even more affordable price: $19.99. What all does Wyze Watch do? Well, there’s quite a bit packed into this budget-focused wearable, including blood oxygen tracking, so let’s dive in.

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9to5Toys Daily: December 01, 2020 – Nest Mini Christmas bundle $20, up to $300 off iPads, more

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Cyber Monday 2020 Deal Hub: Save on Apple, Google, TVs, home goods, more

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It’s officially Cyber Monday here at 9to5Toys and many of the mainstream retailers have already kicked up a number of promotions. With everything from the latest iPads and Apple Watches on sale to Android phones, smart home gear, and more, there’s a lot to check out this year. Down below you’ll find our Black Friday deal hub for the week, which will be constantly updated with all of the latest offers in one central location. Head below for all of the best Cyber Monday deals and more.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 30, 2020 – B&H Cyber Monday sale, Apple Watch deals, more

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LEGO expands Modular Building collection with new 2,900-piece Police Station

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Today, LEGO is unveiling the latest expansion to its collection of modular Creator Expert buildings with what will likely be the very last creation showcased in 2020. Stacking up to over 2,900 pieces, the new LEGO Police Station pairs a New York City-style headquarters with donut shop and more to expect your brick-built city. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO modular Creator Expert building and for all the details.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 27, 2020 – Black Friday edition

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Logitech Z407 Review: Clear, powerful sound with effortless wireless control [Video]

Adding a great sounding set of desktop speakers to a WFH or gaming battlestation can pump more enjoyment to your favorite playlists or the latest AAA gaming titles. For me, music is a great productivity booster when I am writing. Combining the tried and true 2.1 speaker system with a wireless control dial and multiple connections, the Logitech Z407 takes desktop audio to the next level. Head below to watch the video and see all the details.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 25, 2020 – Beats Black Friday sale, Apple Watch Series 5 $250 off, more

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LEGO’s upcoming 2021 botanical collection includes a bonsai tree and flower bouquet

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Today, we’re getting another look at what to expect from the LEGO 2021 lineup with a pair of new Creator Expert sets that stand out from anything we’ve seen from the existing brick-built catalog. Assembling two botanical creations, the new kits bring a buildable flower bouquet and bonsai to your collection. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO Creator Expert 2021 lineup.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 24, 2020 – 10.2-inch iPad $299, Lenovo Chromebook $199, GAP sale, more

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A first look at the new LEGO Star Wars 2021 sets: X-Wing, Tie Fighter, more

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Today, LEGO is giving us an official first look at the upcoming 2021 lineup of Star Wars kits ahead of launching in January. With four new creations on the way on top of the previous-unveiled Mandalorion kit, builders will be able to assemble various models from the Original Trilogy including an X-Wing, Tie Fighter, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of the upcoming 2021 LEGO Star Wars sets. 

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Review: Seagate Expansion Card for Xbox X|S and other storage options [Video]

There’s no denying that the new Xbox Series X and S are fast. The Xbox boots up almost instantly, and the games load just as fast. One factor that plays a huge role in that is the speed of the internal storage. With about 802GB of usable storage on the Xbox Series X after system files and just 364GB on the Series S, though, you might be looking at external storage options since the latest titles keep getting bigger and bigger. The fastest option for expanding storage on the new Xbox is hands down the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Series X|S, but there are other options if shelling out $220 isn’t possible at the time. Be sure to hit the video below to see more details. 

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Tested: Monoprice 35-inch Zero-G Curved Ultra-Wide 4K Gaming Monitor is somehow $300

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First world problem, I know, but I often find myself running out of room on my iMac’s 27-inch 5K display. I like to have things like Twitter, messages, Discord, music, or Slack kind of running off to the side while I’m hammering away on articles or paperwork. Also, I wanted something to play games on when work time was over.

Enter the Monoprice 35-inch Zero-G Curved Ultra-Wide Gaming Monitor with 3440×1440 resolution and 100Hz refresh rate. And at a current sale price of $299.99, it ticks off all of the boxes and I’m now using that 5K iMac display as the side monitor. Head below for my hands-on review.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 23, 2020 – Black Friday underway, up to $120 off Apple Watch, more

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Amazon Cyber Monday detailed with a weekend full of deals

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While Black Friday has just barely started in earnest, Amazon is already detailing its plans for Cyber Monday. But as you’d guess, it’s no longer a single day event. Amazon Cyber Monday 2020 will cover the entire weekend with a rotating cast of Gold Box deals along with discounts on first-party devices that continue from Black Friday. Head below for an overview of what to expect during Cyber Monday at Amazon this year.

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LEGO VIP Weekend sale is live with limited-edition freebies, double points, more

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LEGO’s VIP Weekend sale is now officially live, kicking off its early Black Friday savings with a series of promotions ahead of the holiday shopping season. With two limited-edition freebies up for the taking, shoppers will also be able to take advantage of double VIP points and more. Head below for a closer look on top in the LEGO VIP Weekend sale.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – PC Gaming: 27-inch 240Hz monitor $500, RTX 2070 Super PC $1,250, more

Outside of new product drops, Black Friday is a PC gamer’s favorite time of the year. There are killer deals to be had in just about every category, and this is the time where you can upgrade your computer further than you anticipated due to discounted products and sales. Well, what all will be available this Black Friday? We dive deep into retailer ads to find the best PC gaming deals available during Black Friday 2020.

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LEGO unveils 2021 set lineup with new Disney Art mosaics, City, Technic, and more


After getting a look at the upcoming 2021 LEGO Star Wars and Mario sets earlier in the week, we’re now diving into what you can expect from the rest of the new year’s lineup. LEGO is taking the wraps off its upcoming wave of Art, Technic, Marvel, and other kits that’ll land starting on January 1. Head below the fold for a closer look at all of the new sets.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – home audio: Sonos Move $100 off, onn Soundbar $29, more

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For quite a while now, we’ve seen loads of big technology brands target the home audio space, and this year is no exception. Amazon revamped a majority of its Echo lineup, Apple unveiled HomePod mini, and Samsung expanded its soundbar product category. With arguably the best time to shop nearly upon us, this guide aims to serve up the best Black Friday speaker deals we’ve come across. Below you’ll find a breakdown of home theater and smart solutions. Bear in mind that some deals are live now and other sale prices will launch sometime between now and Black Friday.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – Top 10 deals coming next week

We’re officially one week away from Black Friday. But as we’ve told you before, this is shaping up to be unlike any Thanksgiving week we’ve ever seen before. In fact, many Black Friday sales are already underway. But as we look towards the best offer next week, it’s time for our annual tradition of naming the top 10 Black Friday deals coming down the pipeline over the next few days.

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Amazon’s Mariah Carey Gift Guide has festive ideas for everyone in your family from $9

The gift guides keep rolling as we inch toward the holidays, and Mariah Carey’s New Must-Have List just debuted on Amazon. We recently covered Oprah’s Favorite Things, with an array of great gift ideas. Inside Mariah Carey’s Gift Guide, you can find gifts for the entire family, from tech to apparel and everything between. The guide also features budget-friendly options starting at $9. Be sure to head below the jump and shop our top picks for the best of Mariah’s Must Haves for 2020. Also, you will want to check out our guide to the Ulta Holiday Gift List here with hundreds of top brand items and Black Friday Hours, too.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – LEGO: Freebies, 30% off+, double VIP points, more

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We’re now officially a week away from Black Friday proper and on the eve of LEGO’s VIP Weekend sale, so now it’s time to take a look at all of the best LEGO deals out there this holiday shopping season. Ranging from some of the deepest cash discounts of the year on new creations to promotional credits and limited-edition freebie kits, there are going to be plenty of ways to save. Head below for a closer look at all of the best LEGO Black Friday deals.

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9to5Toys Daily: November 20, 2020 – $120 off Apple Watch Series 6, Amazon Black Friday sales, more

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LEGO debuts new Trouble on Tatooine set with Beskar armor Mandalorian minifig, more

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Alongside getting a look at the latest Technic supercar today, LEGO is unveiling the latest creation straight out of The Mandalorian. As the first kit drawing inspiration from season two, the new LEGO Star Wars Trouble on Tatooine set packs nearly 300 pieces as well as a new Beskar armor of the iconic bounty hunter. Head below for a closer look at the upcoming LEGO Mandalorian Trouble on Tatooine set.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – Streaming Media Players: Fire TV from $18, HomeKit/AirPlay 2 Roku $25, more

Well, this is it, folks. Black Friday is just over a week away, and we’ve seen just about everything there is for the upcoming shopping holiday. Earlier this week, we started to dive into the best gaming, Google, Amazon, home goods, smart home, Apple, TV, and headphone deals you’ll be able to find during Black Friday. Now, it’s time to take a look at the best streaming media player deals for Black Friday 2020. What all will be on sale? Well, for starters, we’re going to see HomeKit and AirPlay-enabled Roku devices from $25, but keep reading to find out everything else that will be on sale.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – Headphones: Powerbeats Pro $160, Bose 35 II $199, more

This year’s shopping extravaganza will be starting as early as tomorrow (and already has in many cases), so let’s dive into this year’s best Black Friday headphones deals. Many of this year’s best deals from Beats, Bose, Sony, and others have already started to go live at some of the biggest retailers out there, but there are a few notable advertised deals still to come. We have laid out all of the best options available right now along with the best Black Friday Headphones deals coming over the weekend and beyond down below.  

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LEGO’s new Technic McLaren Senna GTR rolls onto the scene in 2021

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Today, we’re getting yet another official look at what to expect from the 2021 LEGO lineup with the unveiling of its new Technic McLaren Senna GTR. Stacking up to over 800 pieces, the new vehicle sports a slick blue color scheme and plenty of accurate details straight from the real deal. Head below for a closer look at the latest brick-built supercar to roll out of LEGO’s garage, the new Technic McLaren Senna GTR.

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Best of Black Friday 2020 – TVs: VIZIO 70″ 4K $478, Element 50″ 4K $200, more from $150

2020 Black Friday TV

Black Friday 2020 just about here. It’s arguably the deal hunter’s favorite holiday. Here you’ll find our favorite 2020 Black Friday TV deals, making it a one-stop-shop for your big screen needs. As you would expect, retailers are very competitive with pricing that paves the way for a serious upgrade to whatever you may currently have. Continue reading to find our top picks this year.

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