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With a new season of The Mandalorian airing throughout the fall, LEGO’s most recent Star Wars kit has launched at the perfect time. Giving Star Wars fans a chance to build their own version of The Child out of over 1,700 pieces, today we’re taking a look at the newest brick-built character from a galaxy far, far away. Head below for a closer look at the new LEGO Baby Yoda set and for all of the details in our latest review.

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Just as the rest of Apple’s latest handset lineup goes up for pre-order, the new Nodus iPhone 12 cases arrive. The Nodus lineup always catches our eye with its vibrant finishes and gorgeous leather exteriors. While I have always been a fan of the thin Apple leather cases, Nodus has been a go-to for years, and the iPhone 12 lineup looks to be much of the same with updated colorways and new magnetic features. This year, Nodus is refreshing its Access and Shell cases as well as introducing the new Fender Case and magnetic Micro Dock. Head below for a closer look and some early launch deals. 

Another major Black Friday domino has fallen this morning as Kohl’s has unveiled a sneak peek of its Black Friday ad for 2020. Kohl’s is starting an early Black Friday sale today through November 10 as part of this promotion before holding off until Thanksgiving week to start the deals in earnest. The best offers will be coming on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday proper, with a ton of notable discounts on the usual suspects at Kohl’s, including kitchenware, home goods, smart home tech, and more. We have full details down below on this year’s event and more.

Back in September, it was announced that Microsoft’s Game Pass Ultimate would be gaining additional value with the inclusion of EA Play with your monthly membership. No longer would you need to pay for two different subscriptions, which helps to bolster the value of Microsoft’s monthly service. Well, EA Play, and in turn, Game Pass Ultimate, just got a killer day-one launch title for Xbox Series S and Series X: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. That’s right, starting November 10, Jedi: Fallen Order will be available to all EA Play members, including those who join through Game Pass Ultimate. Want to learn how to download and take advantage? Keep reading.

With the debut of Xbox Series S/X just around the corner, now is a great time to stock up on all the accessories you might need. Thankfully, Razer has taken the wraps off Kaira and Kaira Pro. These new Xbox Series X headsets can boast connectivity options like AUX, Xbox Wireless, and Bluetooth 5.0. And that’s not all; Razer Book 13 has also been unveiled with the “world’s thinnest 13.4-inch display bezels,” a wide variety of I/O, all-day battery life, and the list goes on. Continue reading to learn more.

Le Creuset has released its Holiday Gift Guide with an array of ideas for any cook in your life. The Le Creuset Holiday Gift Guide features prices starting at just $12 and goes up to $400 to spoil the ones you love. They also have it broken down into sections, with ideas for the baker, coffee lover, entertainer, chef, wedding gifts, and more. Le Creuset also provides free delivery on orders of $99, and they’re currently giving gifts with every purchase. So give the gift of Le Creuset this holiday season and hit the jump to find all of our top picks from the gift guide. Also, be sure to check out the adidas Holiday Gift Guide here in our latest guide.

Update: LEGO’s new 2,300-piece Ghostbusters ECTO-1 set is now available for purchase for $199.99.

Today, LEGO is assembling one of the most iconic vehicles in all of science fiction history with an all-new kit. As the largest version of the Ghostbusters’ signature ride, the upcoming ECTO-1 stacks up to over 2,300 pieces and will look perfect on display at more than 18 inches long. Head below the fold for a closer look at the latest creation and all of the glorious deals on the new LEGO Ghostbusters ECTO-1.

After seeing lists from Amazon, GameStop, adidas, and many more, we now have the 2020 Nintendo Holiday Gift Guide. Super Mario, Link, Pikachu, and your favorite Animal Crossing personalities are front and center this year, with the 35th-anniversary gear on display, as well as Nintendo’s hard-to-get consoles, and more. Head below for a closer look. 

Today we are getting a look at the Big Lots Black Friday ad. After catching a glimpse of HP’s offerings earlier this morning, not to mention the rest of the big-time ads right here, it’s time to see what Big Lots will have in store. Ranging from kitchenware and home goods to furniture sets, toys, and more, head below for a closer at the retailer’s best upcoming offers, Black Friday store hours, and more. 

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Another Black Friday 2020 ad is making its way to the surface this morning with HP unveiling its plans for Thanksgiving week. HP will officially kick off its promotions on November 28, Thanksgiving Day, with a rotating cast of deals throughout the following 48 hours. As usual, HP will be offering up notable discounts on PCs and accessories, along with a host of other deals on everything from printers to monitors and more. Below you’ll find our overview of everything to expect during this year’s HP Black Friday event.

Sony has now dropped some new details for PlayStation 5 launch day sales. PS5 pre-orders were admittedly an unmitigated disaster back in September when the units were scheduled to go live. Very few units were available and subsequently, not many folks were able to secure one for the holidays. But as we previously reported, PlayStation 5 launch day sales are expected to go live next week and Sony has confirmed as much on its official blog today. It has also dropped some details on how to grab one come launch day, just don’t expect to find any in-store. More details below. 

If you’ve been wanting to make your desktop liquid-cooled but have been scared off by the complications of having to run your own tubing and doing leak testing, ARCTIC’s latest Liquid Freezer II 420 could be the solution for your problems. It offers a massive 420mm radiator and is designed to be an all-in-one solution, where you won’t have to worry about changing out the water, doing leak tests, or anything like that. Could this be the cooler for your next build? Well, keep reading to find out all the details and see if it will work for you.

From the purveyors of portable power, the new Anker Powerhouse II 400 provides plenty of options to support adventures and is ready for emergencies at home as well. A bigger brother to the Powerhouse 200 we looked at last year, the 400 has more capacity with 388Wh and packs some other neat features. Head below and watch the video for a closer look at all the ins and outs. 

Black Friday 2020 is inching ever closer but it’s shaping up to be unlike any we’ve ever seen before. A few years ago, shoppers were able to hit retailer websites and automatically score the best deals without much hassle. Now? Much of that has changed as nearly every retailer is offering up membership program – paid or free – that put some deals behind a paywall of sorts. So whether it’s Amazon Prime or Target RedCard, chances are shoppers will run into some barriers during Thanksgiving week while shopping for the best offers. Below you’ll find a step-by-step look at some of the major reward programs out there, if you need to sign-up, and how to do so before Black Friday.

Now that Halloween is officially over, the holiday gift guides from top brands are debuting with hundreds of ideas. One of the most notable gift guides that just launched is from adidas. From running shoes and casual sneakers to sweat-wicking t-shirts and breathable hats, adidas has gifts for almost any person on your gift list. Plus, there are budget-friendly ideas, too, with a section for items under $50. You will also want to sign up for a Creative Club Membership (free to join) to receive complimentary delivery on all orders. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the adidas Holiday Gift Guide.

NBA 2K developer Visual Concepts has taken to its official blog today to outline the new NBA 2K21 City hub world. Coming with the next-generation PlayStation 5 and Xbox One S/X versions of the game, the former “Neighborhood” hub will be transforming into a larger scale setup known as “The City.” Adding a series of new gameplay modes into what is essentially a sort of multiplayer open-world hub for the latest NBA 2K game, it will feature various factions to align with, driveway pick-up games, NPCs, and much more. Head below for more details and the “NBA 2K21: Welcome to The City” trailer. 

Today, Arcade1Up is launching the latest addition to its lineup of 3/4th-scale arcade cabinets in the form of its very first retro racing machine. With four iconic titles, the new Arcade1Up OutRun cabinet brings a new steering wheel-based design to your game room with plenty of old school visuals and utterly nostalgic artwork. Head below for more.

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During the recent Brighton Digital Conference, Todd Howard, a Bethesda executive, gave us some insight into the future of Elder Scrolls 6, as well as the upcoming title Starfield.

Philips has taken the wraps off two new portable projectors. They will join the Philips PicoPix family and boast modern features like USB-C connectivity, built-in batteries, and more. While the Philips brand is well-known, it’s unclear how each of its new units will fare, especially given how competitive the portable projector market has become. It has to compete with the likes of Anker, Epson, BenQ, and many others. Continue reading to learn more.

With Black Friday 2020 on the horizon, it appears as though this year’s big holiday shopping event is shaping up to be unlike any we’ve ever seen before. The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on many areas of our daily lives, and that remains particularly true with how we shop in 2020. This year’s Black Friday event is going to have a different feel than ever before, with multiple retailers closed on Thanksgiving and the days following and instead moving doorbusters and other operations online. That means the traditional wait-in-line experience we’ve come to love is likely to go to the wayside across many regions. So what will this year’s event look like? I imagine how the next few weeks are going to shape up and offer a few shopping tips below.

L.L. Bean debuted a new collection partnered with Todd Snyder for an outdoor men’s fall apparel. The collection features 21 items including tops, sweaters, jackets, and vests. With prices ranging from $40 all the way up to $279, there’s a price-point for any budget. Plus, with the holidays right around the corner, this collection is full of great ideas. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the new L.L. Bean x Todd Snyder collection. Also, be sure to check out our guide to Nike’s Holiday Gifting List with the best sneakers, apparel, and accessories for winter.

Back in October, we first got word that LEGO would have yet another limited-edition kit up its sleeve for Star Wars fans to assemble, and now there’s a clearer picture on when the set will actually hit store shelves. After some uncertainty on when or where you’d be able to buy it, the upcoming Nebulon-B Frigate set from LEGO is now getting an official release on Amazon. Head below for all of the new information and details on scoring this rare build for yourself.

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Amazon will now be shipping out random orders in special edition Super Mario packaging. As part of the titular hero’s 35th Anniversary, Nintendo has teamed up with Amazon to create a historical splash page for the Mushroom Kingdom as well as the limited edition packaging. The special edition Amazon Nintendo packaging will be hitting doorsteps throughout the month of November, but purchasing Nintendo gear on Amazon won’t guarantee you score it. More details below. 

We got our first glimpse at the new Apex Legends Season 7 content last week, but we have final patch notes and information regarding Horizon, Olympus, and more. If you’re interested in learning about Horizon’s passive, tactical, and ultimate abilities, as well as what the new map will hold, then keep reading to find out everything we know so far.

Update 11/10 @ 4:40 P.M: Today we’re getting some additional information on the upcoming colosseum set courtesy of LEGO’s Italian website. It looks like we’ll be seeing the set officially announced later this week on November 13 at 9 A.M EST. You can check out the full teaser right here.

With 2020 coming to a close, there’s only a handful of new LEGO creations on the horizon for fans to assemble before we turn our attention to everything that’s to come for 2021. But that’s not to say that all of the build on the horizon aren’t worth the wait, as LEGO has a massive brick-built version of the Colosseum on the way, and it might just be the largest official creation ever assembled. Head below for everything we know so far and what you can expect from the upcoming set. 

Love it or hate it, Fortnite is still a very popular game. Unsurprisingly, this means that Epic has been working to support both Xbox Series S/X and PlayStation 5. Today it was announced that the next-generation Fortnite update will be available on launch day of each console. Even better, there are many new features that will take advantage of the Microsoft and Sony’s leveled-up hardware. Continue reading to learn more.

Grovemade is continuing to roll out its new lineup of Apple gear accessories with the Wood MagSafe Dock. This year’s wood and wool-themed collection started with the brand’s matching iPad stand just before we saw the Wood MacBook Dock and is completed by the new Wood MagSafe Dock for iPhone 12 and 12 Pro. Hit the jump for more details and an early launch discount. 

OWC is out with its latest, and by far, most compact portable storage solution to date. Its new Envoy Pro Elektron Solid-State Drive lineup leaves the gate with a miniature form-factor that’s backed by an IP67 waterproof rating, 1,011MB/s transfer speeds, and aluminum housing. Head below for all of the details on the OWC Elektron SSD, which are now available for purchase.

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November has officially kicked off and we now have the 2020 Lenovo Black Friday ad. While the majority of the most popular retailers, including Best Buy, Walmart, and others have already shown their hands for this year’s biggest shopping event, we now have a much better idea of what to expect from Lenovo’s online deals. PC laptops, Bose speakers and headphones, Lenovo Smart Frame and smart home gear, Xbox Series S/X, and more are all on tap this year. Head below for a closer look. 

This morning the Raspberry Pi foundation introduced its latest all-in-one microcomputer creation. The new Raspberry Pi 400 arrives as a $70 desktop PC that delivers everything in one compact package and departing from the brand’s previous DIY offerings that required additional add-ons to build out a complete system. The Raspberry Pi 400 can be used in conjunction with an external monitor of your choice as the all-in-one design arrives with everything else in tow. After the Raspberry Pi 4 was introduced earlier this year, the team began working on bringing that technology to today’s announcement. Head below for full details on the latest Raspberry Pi creation.

Following the release of the popular updated QuadCast S, the new HyperX SoloCast aims at taking some of those same features while making it even simpler and more affordable. Instead of any RGB lighting, the SoloCast features a single cardioid pick-up pattern, super compact design, and is equipped with a tap-to-mute area on top of the mic. Coming in at $59.99, it’s less than half the cost of the QuadCast S. So how does it sound? Head below to watch the video and find out for yourself. 

Black Friday 2020 prep rolls on as JCPenney becomes the latest retailer to unveil its ad and Thanksgiving week shopping plans. This year’s event will take place over a 4-day period, however, there will also be rotating sales throughout the month of November, as well. JCPenney will be utilizing its heavy coupon-focused shopping experience throughout the holidays, with extra discounts for those willing to clip ads and sign-up for various promotions. Head below for full details.

A new month means a new batch of LEGO kits rolling out to virtual store shelves and November is delivering quite a few noteworthy models. With a collection of great gift ideas from the Star Wars universe as well as Batman, Ideas, and even some kits to get in the holiday spirit, there’s plenty of check out this time around. So be sure to head below for the full break down on all of the new LEGO kits available in November.

It’s been a busy week for Black Friday announcements, and Newegg is the latest company to introduce its November sale plans. Guaranteeing Black Friday discounts the entire month of November, this year’s “Black November,” as the company is calling it, includes Newegg’s first-ever ‘Black Friday Price Protection.’ This assures customers that when they shop Newegg.com anytime during the month of November, it’s the best price that will be offered throughout its sale event.

Two heavy hitters in their respective fields have come together to create a great-sounding and looking pair of sporty wireless earbuds. The Klipsch T5 II Sport McLaren edition earbuds offer a clear, powerful, and customizable sound for active users with orange and carbon fiber styling for a premium automotive style. With transparency mode, wireless charging, and lots of fitment options, there are some premium features here for a pair of sport wireless earbuds. Head below to watch the video and see them in action. 

After seeing the latest LEGO Ideas set debut earlier in the month in the form of the new 123 Sesame Street set, today we’re turning our attention to all of the other best creations from the community. With highlights including a brick-built version of a Studio Ghibli icon and one of the most popular video games out there, be sure to head below for a closer look at October’s best LEGO Ideas.

Following 11 years of silence, the Seiko Voice Digital Watch is making a comeback. This news comes just two months after the company unveiled a limited edition Street Fighter V collection. The returning timepiece boasts an eye-catching style that is bound to stand out from the pack. Even better, there will be three styles to choose from. While the watch is made with accessibility in mind, the timepiece business is largely driven by new and unique styles, an area that these offerings ace with flying colors. Continue reading to learn more.

Back at CES 2020, Anker first announced what was going to be an expanded lineup of its popular PowerHouse generators and batteries. Fast forward nearly 10 months later following issues with the pandemic and beyond, now Anker is ready to bring its new PowerHouse 100 to market. With integrated USB-A and C ports and a built-in flashlight, there’s a lot to like here. Head below for full details on this new product announcement from Anker.

Nike’s Holiday Gift Guide is now live, with hundreds of options for the entire family. You’ll find popular sneakers, apparel, accessories, and more, with budget-friendly prices starting at $14. Plus, Nike Plus Members (free to sign up) receive complimentary delivery on all orders. So be sure to check out all of our top picks below. You’ll also want to check out our latest guides to other holiday gift lists including Lululemon, Columbia, The North Face, Nordstrom, and more.

Today, Nintendo’s latest first-party title is launching on the Switch. While Wii U owners had a chance to dive into Pikmin 3 when it was released the first time around, Nintendo is giving gamers another chance to play the latest title in the franchise in a new deluxe version that I’ve been exploring over the past week for this review. Head below for a closer look at what Nintendo brings to the table for its latest remaster including refreshed controls, added missions, and more.

Spider-Man: Miles Morales — the follow-up to the 2018 Marvel’s Spider-Man title — is getting some interesting Into the Spider-Verse crossover content. The film essentially put Miles’ iteration of the web-slinging hero on the map for the masses, and developer Insomniac has decided to bring his iconic red and black suit into next month’s release of Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Hit the jump for all of the details on how to score the Into the Spider-Verse suit. 

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