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Ubisoft’s film and television department have been busy over the last few years bringing the company’s IP to the big screen and it now looks like a Netflix Assassin’s Creed slate of content is on the way. A brief video for the new partnership hit the official Netflix Twitter account today to tease what sounds like a lineup of upcoming shows/series spanning live-action and animated products. Head below for more details.

Black Friday 2020 ads are starting to leak in this year already, but today we’re getting a look at one of our favorite annual toy books. Walmart has now unveiled its America’s Best Toy Shop book with an in-depth guide to all of this year’s hottest gifts for the kids. This time around, Walmart is releasing 56 pages of content covering toys for every age group, from babies on up. If you’ve started making up your lists but aren’t sure which toys are going to be sure hits this year, head below for all of our top picks the annual Walmart Toy Book.

Earlier this year, it was announced that Apex Legends would be coming to Steam and Nintendo Switch, with cross-play also being released. Well, earlier this month, cross-play was indeed released, but the Steam and Switch ports were nowhere in sight. That all changes today…well, for Steam users, that is. Switch gamers, we’re sorry, but it looks like you’ll have to wait till next year. However, Season 7 and Steam support for Apex Legends will be available on November 4, so keep reading to find out all the details on when we can expect the Switch port, and what’s to come in Season 7.

With the second season of The Mandalorian premiering at the end of the week, today we’re getting a look at the latest collection of figures, sneakers, apparel, and other merchandise from the Disney+ series. With The Child, aka Baby Yoda, taking center stage, you’ll find plenty of new ways for both fans young and old to show off their fandom. Head below for all of the details and a closer look at some of our favorite unveils.

Shortly following the release of Samsung’s Premiere Smart Projector lineup, Epson has taken the wraps off a new offering of its own. The all-new Epson Smart Laser Projector is dubbed EpiqVision Mini EF12 and is ready to create a 150-inch screen while on the go. While many portable projectors tend to have a low resolution, Epson’s solution ratchets up the competition with a full-HD 1080p picture. It measures under 7 inches in every direction and weighs in at 4.7 pounds. Continue reading to learn more.

Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list with Banana Republic’s Holiday Gift Guide. Inside the newly released guide, you will find hundreds of stylish options for both men and women. With prices for every budget in mind, Banana Republic is offering rates at just $6. So whether you’re looking for a stocking stuffer or to splurge on someone you love, head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Banana Republic’s Holiday Gift Guide. You will also want to check out the J.Crew Holiday Gift Guide here.

Microsoft took to YouTube today with an official next-generation Xbox Series X walkthrough. The lengthy video highlights “faster load times, higher frame rates, and more dynamic game worlds,” with the main focus being on the user experience of booting up an Xbox Series X or S on launch day. While this isn’t a full-on teardown video like we got from Sony recently, today’s presentation showcases the Xbox Series X and Series S redesigned user interface, sharing features, quick resume access, and more. Head below for more details and to see it for yourself. 

PowerA is continuing the 35th Mario anniversary celebration by launching a new collection of Nintendo Switch controllers. With three new styles on the way, PowerA is bringing Mushroom Kingdom stylings to your setup with its refreshed Enhanced Wireless Controller as well as a wired offering and new GameCube gamepad. Head below for a closer look and all of the details on locking in your pre-order.

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After seeing some early plans from Home Depot, Walmart, and others, we now have the 2020 Macy’s Black Friday ad. The 26-page ad is filled with notable deals on kitchenware and other home goods as well as some fitness tech deals and loads of apparel. We are also getting some light details on both the online and in-store events. Head below for a closer look at this year’s 2020 Macy’s Black Friday ad.

Home Depot is known for killer sales during Black Friday, but this year is a bit different. Overall, 2020 has been a year to remember for many reasons, but Black Friday sales are also among those to take on a different look this time around. Home Depot is launching its first-ever “Black Friday Improved” sale starting November 6 both in-store and online, while those who use the Home Depot mobile app can start saving as early as today.

Well, it’s iPhone day today. That’s right, Apple’s latest-and-greatest iPhone 12 lineup began delivering to customers today, and with it, MagSafe is a thing once again. Well, ESR, a well-known accessory manufacturer, just announced the “world’s first” MagSafe compatible wireless car charger mount. As part of the company’s HaloLock system, this accessory “works seamlessly” with MagSafe, making charging your iPhone 12 while on-the-go “as easy as tapping it to the mount.”

Working or gaming on the go is usually more difficult than a home setup. There are plenty of great powerful gaming laptops, but playing on a small screen sitting flat on a table can be difficult and they don’t always boast the latest specs. Enter the ASUS ROG Strix XG17. With a crazy 240hz refresh rate, this 17.3-inch panel can run for about 3.5 hours at max speed on its internal battery and is easy to pack along thanks to its .4-inch thickness. Head below to watch the video and see it in action. 

With LEGO Ideas becoming more and more popular for builds in the community to have their own creations turned into official kits, it’s no doubt been harder than ever to stand out, thanks to all the competition. A recently launched site called Build A MOC is looking to step into the gap where LEGO themselves haven’t been able to meet, offering fans the chance to design and sell their very own kits. Head below for all the details.

About two months ago, Samsung unveiled not one but two new 4K smart projectors. Both fall under The Premiere moniker and look very similar to one another. While many details were shared at that time, pricing and a release date were not among them. Surprisingly, the Samsung Premiere Smart Projector lineup is suddenly now available for order, and the cost for the high-end model is about as high as one would expect, with the base offering clocking in at a lower and much more reasonable price. Continue reading to learn more.

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Herman Miller is one of the most iconic furniture brands in United States manufacturing history. They are known for employing some of the 20th century’s most well-regarded designers, such as Ray and Charles Eames, Alexander Girard, and George Nelson. When Herman Miller announced that it was pairing up with Logitech back at the start of the year, it struck me as a surprise given how tightly the iconic brand has guarded its designs over the years. Flash forward to this summer, and the new Herman Miller Logitech Embody Gaming Chair came to market with an impressive response from hardcore gamers looking for a new home at their battlestation. I’ve been able to spend some time with this new partnership’s first creation, using it as a daily driver during my work here at 9to5Toys. Head below for an unboxing and overview of how Herman Miller and Logitech are shaking up this stale product category.

Over the past week, we’ve been covering a few top brand holiday gift guides, including The North Face and Carhartt. Today, J.Crew has released its Holiday Gift Guide, and we’re rounding up our top picks for everyone in your family. J.Crew’s Holiday Gift Guide offers budget-friendly options under $25 or splurge items increasing to over $250. There will be something for almost anyone on your list, and J.Crew is known for its timeless styles. Plus, if you sign up for a J.Crew Rewards Membership (free to sign up), you will receive complimentary delivery. So be sure to head below the jump to get your holiday shopping done early this year.

Today, Nintendo announced that it’ll be permanently lowering the price on its replacement Joy-Con controllers. The company had been charging a premium to replace a broken or defective part of its unique Switch controllers, but now, pricing is being dropped to $40 from the original $50. Head below for all of the details on the new Nintendo Joy-Con replacement pricing.

The first custom PS5 plates to alter the PlayStation 5 color scheme have surfaced. PlayStation 5 will launch next month in one colorway with stark white panels or wings surrounding the black innards. These panels can pop-off to reveal the inner workings of the console — allowing owners to access the PS5 expandable storage — but also to customize the look of the new Sony flagship gaming console. Head below for a closer look. 

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Apex Legends recently began releasing a new limited-time mode (or LTM) every week or two. Well, Halloween is just around a week or so away, so the devs wanted to make sure you could get your scare on in Kings Canyon After Dark. Fight or Fright is back this year with the Shadow Royale LTM on Kings Canyon After Dark in Apex Legends. This unique mode is only available until November 3, so be sure to dive in and take advantage before time runs out.

After first being announced at the beginning of the year, HDHomeRun’s latest cord-cutting tuner is now available for pre-order. Launching as the first tuner in the SiliconDust arsenal to support ATSC 3.0 broadcasts, the new HDHomeRun CONNECT 4K delivers 4K support, the ability to watch four simultaneous feeds, and more. Head below for all of the details.

Mere weeks after Plugable debuted a new Thunderbolt 3 dock, the company is back at it again with two more products. The unveiled Plugable Dual 4K Hubs set themselves apart by integrating both a USB-C cable and Type A adapter. Both docking stations are nearly identical, being differentiated only by the inclusion or lack of a gigabit Ethernet port. Dual HDMI and DisplayPort inputs adorn both models. Continue reading to learn more.

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A few months back Twelve South introduced a line of new cases for Apple’s latest iPad Pros. Where Twelve South has stepped out from the competition is that its latest cases offer up support for Magic Keyboard, as well. It’s a case for your case, as you might say. Twelve South continues to offer up high-end materials and smooth finishes for its BookBook iPad Pro cases, making it a professional-looking way to improve your everyday carry. Head below for a quick overview and a few hands-on thoughts in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys.

Top retailers have been slowly debuting their holiday gift guides in preparation for gifting. Today, we are covering the Nordstrom Holiday Gift Guide with hundreds of top brands at great prices. Nordstrom makes gifting for the holidays easy with virtual gift help from experts for free. Plus, it has free gift wrapping in stores and when you buy online. Better yet, Nordstrom has free delivery on all purchases. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Nordstrom’s Holiday Gift Guide.

Today, LEGO is officially giving fans a first look at its latest fan-inspired Ideas creation, 123 Sesame Street. Bringing a collection of lovable and iconic characters to minifgure form for the first time, the upcoming set delivers the familiar two-story brownstone apartment building alongside over 1,300 pieces and five minifigures. Head below for a closer look and for all the details on how to add the LEGO Sesame Street set to your collection. 

Sony has now taken to its PS official blog to drop some new details on Netflix, Spotify, YouTube, and Disney Plus for PlayStation 5. It’s hard to even care about these add-on entertainment services while some of us are still just waiting to even get a PS5, but the gaming console is the center of entertainment in some homes and we now have a much clearer picture of how it will all work on PS5 come day one. Head below for more details.

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With the advent of a new line of iPhones from Apple, various accessory makers are rushing to bring fresh products to market ahead of pre-orders being delivered tomorrow. SanDisk is the latest to introduce new accessories for iPhone 12/Pro/Max with a focus on leveraging wireless charging speeds up to 15W. The new Ixpand Wireless Charger Sync also offers SanDisk’s latest iPhone backup strategy, providing an all-in-one accessory that powers and saves your data in case of emergency. Head below for full details on all of today’s SanDisk announcements.

Six years later, Philips has updated one of their popular headphones with the Fidelio X3. With a similar design and goal, the open-back audiophile headphones boast a wide frequency response with incredible separation and a huge soundstage. Head below to watch the video and find out more about the Philips Fidelio X3.
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HyperX, one of the more well-known gaming peripheral manufacturers around, just updated its classic Cloud II with a wireless model. The legacy Cloud II was comfortable, had great performance, and was a staple of PC gaming for quite some time. With the new Cloud II Wireless, you’ll find a similar overall build with all-new internals. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at the all-new HyperX Cloud II Wireless Gaming Headset.

Earlier today Belkin took the wraps off a couple of new gadgets. One joins its BOOST↑CHARGE lineup of accessories while the other delivers smart outdoor power outlets. BOOST↑CHARGE PRO comes out swinging at the competition with claims of being the smallest 60W charger on the market. Meanwhile, the new Wemo WiFi Outdoor Smart Plug touts an IP44 weatherproof rating with support for Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. Continue reading to learn more.

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For a homeowner, pressure washers are a great way to tackle plenty of jobs around your property. From washing a car to spraying down walls and concrete, they can make cleaning tough items easier. There are plenty of versions out there from more reputable brands, but those often carry a much higher cost. Is the Amazon Choice Teande 3800PSI pressure washer a good deal for the price? Head below to watch the video and see it in action.
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Playing vintage games is fraught with all sorts of legality issues. While the likes of Nintendo, Sony, and others have delivered a few ways to play some classic titles, none of the companies offer a modern and official way to play any game. This is where Analogue steps into frame. The company is known for shunning playback of copyrighted ROMs and instead develops systems that play official cartridges, discs, and more. Analogue Duo is the company’s latest creation, and it tackles “nearly every NEC system and game format ever made.” Continue reading to learn more.

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Top retailers are releasing their Holiday Gift Guides, and The North Face just debuted an entire list of great options. From jackets to accessories, this guide has an idea for every explorer. It’s also divided into sections including gifts under $100, ideas for camping, snow outings, hiking, and more. There is even a section of gift ideas from athletes. Better yet, The North Face offers free delivery on all orders. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from The North Face’s Holiday Gift Guide.

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Nomad, Belkin, Satechi, and many others have offered up all-in-one charging solutions for multiple devices in recent years. While Apple has flirted with the idea periodically, nothing of the first-party sorts has come to fruition out of Cupertino. Today, mophie is introducing a new power solution for multiple devices, four in fact, that can charge up each one wirelessly. The new mophie 4-in-1 wireless charging pad differs from other offerings on the market today with the ability to power up two smartphones, AirPods, and an Apple Watch. Most other solutions we’ve seen have been limited to three devices. Head below for full details on today’s announcement, availability, pricing, and more on the mophie 4-in-1 Qi charger.

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Grovemade, makers of some of the best premium desk accessories out there, is introducing its new Wood MacBook Dock today with special launch pricing. The new MacBook holder features an American wood finish with stainless steel, felt, and natural cork accents to provide your precious laptop with a worthy dock to house it. All of the details can be found below along with the Wood MacBook Dock introductory pricing.
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iOttie is fairly well-known when it comes to smartphone mounts for your car. The latest from the company is an updated version of its One Touch Connect Pro with Alexa. This second-generation device offers dual high-quality microphones, MFi certification, and even redesigned mounts. What all do you get with the iOttie One Touch Connect Pro with Alexa? Well, keep reading to find out more. Expand Expanding Close

meross is becoming one of the go-to brands for budget-focused HomeKit gear, and they’re at it again with a new Wi-Fi LED Lamp that offers support for Apple’s smart home ecosystem, as well as both Assistant and Alexa. The company’s brand-new lamp offers RGB lighting and is dimmable, meaning you can easily make it match any scene or setup that you have in your home. It supports voice control and honestly, is something that will really add a bit of flair to your setup. Having just released today, we’re already tracking a discount on meross’ latest smart lamp, so head below for more details.

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The holidays are swiftly approaching, and Carhartt’s new gift guide has arrived. The guide features an array of price points to fit into everyone’s budget. Whether you’re looking for outdoor boots, gloves, hats, or apparel, we’ve got you covered. Also, Carhartt has become a very trendy brand for the fall season, too. So, if you’re on the hunt for an outdoor person in your life, Carhartt’s Holiday Gift Guide has an option for you. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks and be sure to check out our fashion guide for deals on top brands today.

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Today, we are taking a hands-on look at the new Marshall Major IV Headphones. The Bluetooth 5.0 Major IV pack 80+ hours of un-tethered playback, Marshall’s iconic branding, and wireless charging built into the ear cup. Clocking in at $150, it’s time to see how Marshall’s new Major series headphones stack up and to give the modernized feature set a test for ourselves. Head below for a closer look.
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Gift shopping season is upon us, and thankfully, Amazon and others are taking the wraps off curated guides. The latest to arrive is the GameStop holiday gift guide, and it’s packed with all sorts of great recommendations. Gamers and non-gamers alike will be able to peruse the guide to find a bunch of helpful 2020 gift suggestions. Continue reading to learn more.

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Today, the Raspberry Pi Foundation has debuted its latest release alongside a collection of new accessories. Bringing all of the enhancements from last year’s Raspberry Pi 4 into a more compact design, the Compute Module 4 sports a refreshed form factor. This time around, there’s also plenty of improvements from past iterations including various RAM tiers, onboard wireless connectivity, and more. Head below for a closer look.

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