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Prime Day has come to a conclusion after a week filled with great deals over at Amazon. Now, Black Friday is starting to come into focus as various retailers roll out their initial holiday shopping plans. With the COVID-19 pandemic still rolling on in the United States, this Black Friday is shaping up to be unlike any other we’ve seen before. Walmart is sharing additional details on what it says is going to be its biggest Black Friday ever. This year’s event is set to span across three separate sales with a different focus on TVs, home goods, and more during each stretch. Head below for full details on this year’s Walmart Black Friday events.
Peak Design has to be one of my favorite camera accessory manufacturers around. From making a killer compact tripod to the backpack I carry on every shoot, Peak Design is generally my go-to when it comes to photography gear, and has been for several years now. Well, the company decided to expand its coverage into the smartphone field with Mobile by Peak Design and the Everyday Case. This new ecosystem offers “an innovative connection system [that] unites beautifully designed cases, mounts, and accessories.”
In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: 10.9-inch iPad Air gets $29 pre-order discount, Home Depot tools up to 35% off, Google Wifi hits $300, much more…
Continuing in its quest to offer high-quality solutions for streamers and content creators, Elgato has bolstered its lighting offerings with its take on the popular ring light. With variable color temperature and a soft, bright flicker-free light, the Elgato Ring Light is ready for streams, video calls, and any other situation where you need constant high-quality light. Head below to watch the video and see it in action.
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Home Depot offers the Snow Joe 21-inch 100V Electric Snow Blower for $599.99 shipped. As a comparison, that’s as much as $200 off the regular going rate. This is one of the best prices we’ve tracked all-time. Sun Joe goes above and beyond other options on the market today with a robust 100V power supply and 21-inch deck. It’s powered by a 5Ah battery, which should give you solid run-time. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
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Amazon is now officially detailing its holiday plans this morning with rotating early Black Friday deals through the month of November. Officially dubbed the Holiday Deal Dash, Amazon will be offering up a new batch of deals every day until Black Friday. With Prime Day falling later in the year than ever before, it’s creating a particular crunch for the holiday shopping season this year. For shoppers, that means more deals than ever before in a smaller window. This year is shaping up to be a unique stretch in the lead up to Black Friday as many traditional brick and mortar retailers are moving their best deals online amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Full details on today’s news can be found below.
Soon, EPOS will be separating itself from the more well known audio brand Sennheiser. While products like the top of the line GSP 670 were previously branded Sennheiser and are now co-branded with the two companies, next year EPOS will be taking over the high-quality gaming audio line-up. We’ve gone hands-on with some of the high-end wireless variants and even the entry-level GSP 300 in the past under the Sennheiser name, but now we’re taking a look at the co-branded EPOS GSX 300 sound card and EPOS GSP 602 gaming headset. Head below to watch the video and see them in action.
Home Depot offers the Flo by Moen Smart Water Value for $331.67 shipped. Price reflected at Checkout. Regularly around $500, today’s deal beats yesterday’s Prime Day offer by nearly $50. The larger model is on sale for $559.99 at Amazon from the usual $699. This unique device plugs into your water lines and tracks use, making sure that you’re conserving water where possible. It also detects leaks that can cause damage over time. With integrated smartphone connectivity, you’ll be able to see how your consumption affects bills visually. Users also get push notifications when irregularities are noted. If you’re building out a new home or replacing pipes, adding an accessory like Flo can help monitor your water from a distance. Rated 4.4/5 stars.
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After seeing multiple delays, Prime Day has finally come and gone, with Amazon touting this year’s two-day shopping event as one of the biggest in its tenure for small and medium businesses. It was yet another big year for Amazon’s Echo device lineup, with Fire TV Edition Smart TVs edging out as one of the top sellers, as well. Head below the fold for a closer look at all of the details on Amazon’s 2020 Prime Day recap.
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With what’s shaping up to be one of the most memorable holiday shopping seasons in memory, Dell is kicking off its Black Friday festivities today with 7 weeks of deals through Thanksgiving and beyond. Starting today, select Black Friday offers are now available over at Dell with additional deals rolling out through the rest of October and early November. We’re also getting our first look at Dell’s plans for Thanksgiving week and Cyber Monday with doorbuster promotions starting as early as November 16. Head below for full details on today’s announcement and an early look at the best deals on the way from Dell.
30% off/$56+Apple has now officially unleashed this year’s updated handsets are we now seeing some solid leather iPhone 12 case deals from Pad & Quill. Its fresh new lineup of leather wallet and pocket book-style covers for iPhone 12, Pro, mini, and 12 Pro Max are now available to order with a special launch discount in tow. Head below for all of the details.
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Amazon offers its Prime members a 24-pack of Sylvania A19 Non-dimmable LED Light Bulbs for $25 shipped. As a comparison, this bundle originally had a $40 value but it’s trended around $30 at various retailers recently. The big news here is that today’s offer equates to around $1 per bulb, which is amongst the best offers we’ve ever seen. Switching to LED light bulbs has a number of perks, including lower costs per month and longer lifespans. In fact, you can expect up to 11,000 hours of use per bulb. This bundle is a #1 best-seller at Amazon with over 19,000 reviewers leaving a 4.7/5 star rating.
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Prime Day is underway and now Hyper is getting in on the savings by launching a 30% off sale on its lineup of USB-C hubs and more starting at under $10 shipped when code PRIME has been applied at checkout.
Many of the offers are also matched at Amazon, as well as Best Buy and B&H. Our top pick is on the HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub for iPad Pro at $62.99. Down from its usual $90 going rate, today’s offer amounts to $27 in savings and marks one of the best prices we’ve seen to date. Whether you’re rocking one of Apple’s latest iPad Pros or plan on picking up the new iPad Air, adding this HyperDrive Hub into the mix is an easy recommendation. On top a USB-C PD input, there’s also a USB 3.0 slot for connecting legacy devices, SD card readers, a 3.5mm headphone port, and 4K60Hz HDMI output. Rated 4.8/5 stars from over 145 customers and you can get a closer look in our hands-on coverage.
Head below for some of our additional top picks from the Hyper Prime Day sale.
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Electric bicycles are booming in popularity as riders discover that they make great alternatives to public transportation and personal cars. Prime Day is a great time to snag a killer deal on a number of fun and efficient electric bicycles and even electric scooters.
StarTOP via Amazon offers a 2-pack of its LITOM Solar Outdoor Lights for $11.99 Prime shipped when the on-page coupon is clipped and promo code PKRGLGBH is applied during checkout. That’s down $10 from the usual going rate. Illuminate your outdoor space and kick those pesky batteries to the curb with a 2-pack of solar LED lights. You can count on 270-degree coverage here, which ensures that your driveways and walkways will be illuminated. Rated 4.5/5 stars.
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While smartphones keep getting better and better photo and video quality, GoPro keeps upping the performance on their impressive HERO action cam line-up. The new $450 GoPro HERO9 Black features a front-facing screen to make vlogging and selfies even easier, as well as the incredible HyperSmooth 3.0 technology to make the shakiest video conditions usable. Head below to watch the video and see it in action.
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Call of Duty’s next installment is a rendition of Black Ops this time around, though the game will be focusing on elements of the Cold War instead of heading into the future. With a launch slated for November 13, PlayStation 4 gamers are getting their first taste of multiplayer beta this weekend, and we’ve spent a few hours in the game to find out if it’ll really live up to the hype. So far? We’re impressed, but only time will tell if Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War will reign supreme among the recent game launches. Interested to find out what we thought of the beta so far? Keep reading to learn what we thought in our Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War multiplayer beta review.
Roborock’s S4 Max features the brand’s dedicated smart robotic vacuuming technology and advanced room mapping without all of those annoying physical barriers. The app-controlled invisible walls feature and automatic room recognition tech are ideal for multi-level homes and those looking for a truly customized robotic vacuum companion around the house. Head below for more details.
Walmart’s Big Save Event is the retail giant’s combat against Amazon Prime Day, and it starts up this Sunday, October 11 at 7 p.m. ET. While we had a quick preview as to what we could see in this event last week when it was announced, we now have more details as to what else will be on sale, exact times, and more. So, head below for our first preview of the Walmart Big Save Event.
Throughout 2020, LEGO has been celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back with a selection of kits centered around the film. Arguably the most iconic scene from the movie was just recently re-created as one of the latest creations from a galaxy far, far away, with the limited edition Bespin Duel set launching last month. Head below for a closer look at the LEGO Bespin Duel in our latest review and to see if the set lives up to its source material.
Shortly after the debut of GRAVITYMASTER and the kaleidoscopic Metal-Twisted timepiece, G-SHOCK has taken the wraps off a fresh batch of watches. There are three new translucent G-SHOCK offerings, each of which features a camouflage print that’s accompanied by metal casing. The model numbers are 5600, DW6900, and GA110. Two releases are round, and unsurprisingly, the 5600 timepiece largely mimics the form-factor found in its laser-carved Full Metal 5000. Continue reading to learn more.
Target has partnered with the John Derian Company for a new Halloween collection, and it debuts October 10. The John Derian Company was established in 1989 and features handmade antique items. His designs are usually sold at upscale home stores and catalogs, but in this collection, you can find similar items at a budget-friendly cost. There are 50 items with prices starting at just $10. Plus, Target offers free delivery on orders of $35 or more. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Target Halloween Collection.
Today, Aqara is launching the latest addition to its lineup of smart home accessories with a new indoor security camera. Doubling as a Zigbee hub, the new device packs 1080p recording alongside HomeKit Secure Video functionality and more. Head below the fold for all of the details on the new Aqara HomeKit Camera G2H as well as how to lock-in a launch day discount.
Today only, Home Depot offers the DEWALT 20V Cordless Electric Blower and Chainsaw Combo for $299 shipped. As a comparison, it regularly goes for $349. This bundle includes a 20V electric blower and chainsaw along with a 5Ah battery and wall charger. It’s a great way to forego the gas and oil routine this year and enjoy an all-electric design. Rated 4.1/5 stars.
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When developer Sucker Punch revealed the completely free Ghost of Tsushima multiplayer suite back in August, it was a triumph for samurai-turned-ninjas everywhere. At the time we were left with loads of anticipation and a vague “Fall 2020” release date, but that all changes now. We also have new details on the game’s 1.1 update, now scheduled for next week, including the new dog companion mechanic. Head below for all of the details and the Ghost of Tsushima Legends release date.
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Now that we’re just in a few days away from this year’s Amazon Prime Day event, we’re getting a clearer picture of what deals we can expect across the 48-hour sale. This morning, as it does each year, Amazon released a comprehensive list of what deals will be available next Tuesday and Wednesday. Price drops are expected to come into effect on October 13 at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT. This year’s event, although it’s been delayed, is still looking like it’s going to be particularly notable as Amazon is setting up to drop prices on its entire line of Echo speakers, Fire TV streamers, and much more. Full details are below.
Ahead of next week’s Prime Day festivities and keynote, Best Buy has kicked off a weekend Apple Event sale. Amazon is conveniently matching many of these deals, as well. Notable price drops include AirPods, MacBook Air, and more. Free shipping is available for all. You’ll find our top picks down below.
Today LEGO is rolling out a new double VIP points promotion as we gear up for the holiday shopping season. That’s not all, as it’s giving fans who missed out on the limited launch of its adidas shoes a chance to score themselves a pair of the unique collaboration. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO double points promotion and how to enter the adidas sneaker giveaway.
Roughly two weeks after Samsung took the wraps off its new 980 PRO solid-state lineup, Western Digital is showcasing its own head-to-head competitor. The new WD SN850 solid-state drive actually matches Samsung’s read speeds and manages to beat in write performance. Numbers shared by Western Digital work out to 7,000MB/s read and 5,300MB/s write. This leap in speed is made possible by PCIe 4, an upgrade that continues to give PC gaming a significant boost. WD has also unveiled a new Thunderbolt 3 dock and a PCIe 3 add-in card. Keep reading to learn more.
FREE+It’s time to dive into today’s best Android app and game deals. While the popular Parallels Desktop 16 saw some solid price drops this morning, it is time for some mobile Android offers. Today’s collection ranges from health and reminder apps to platformers, dungeon crawlers, freebie icon packs, and more. Highlights include The Lonely Hacker, Blue Light Filter, Pocket Rogues, This Is the Police 2, She Sees Red, and Drink Water Reminder Pro, among others. Hit the jump for a closer look.
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Our readers have purchased a lot of AUKEY products over the years. And while you might think of them as primarily a smartphone accessory brand, in recent years, they’ve moved to expand their offerings. That includes a line of smart home products including various plugs and more. One such notable release is AUKEY’s new Smart Table Lamp, an affordable light source that’s compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and more. Head below for a brief overview and some hands-on thoughts.
Are you starting to think about the holidays? The new Sperry gift guide has an array of options for the entire family. Throughout the gift guide, you will find Sperry’s best-selling shoes. This includes boots, boat shoes, sneakers, and accessories. Plus, the guide gives personal reviews from Sperry customers about why they love the shoes. Sperry also gives you free delivery on all orders. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Sperry’s Holiday Gift Guide.
Today HORI is expanding its stable of Nintendo Switch accessories with a new collection of Pokémon cases, gamepads, and more. Across the lineup, you’re looking at 12 new unveils packed with Pikachu, Eevee, and various other Pokémon which are slated to begin rolling out at the end of the month. Head below for a closer look at all of the upcoming unveils and details on how to pre-order them for yourself.
Home Depot offers the RYOBI 18V Electric Leaf Blower for $99 shipped. That’s good for $20 off the regular price and a new all-time low on this Home Depot exclusive. Featuring “gas-like power”, you can count on over 150MPH speeds along with a variable speed trigger. It ships with a battery and charger. Rated 4.2/5 stars by over 6,400 Home Depot reviewers.
Head below for more deals on smart plugs and of course Electrek’s best EV buying and leasing deals.
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AMD’s first event of the month just wrapped up, and with it, we now know everything about its latest Zen 3 CPU architecture. As an improvement to its previous-generation Zen 2, you’ll find Zen 3 is built on the same 7nm manufacturing process, but with quite a few upgrades. Pricing starts at $299 with the 5600X 6-core 12-thread processor and goes up from there. AMD Zen 3 will be available on November 5.
We now know Mortal Kombat 11 players will be receiving free next-generation upgrades on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X. Joining Marvel’s Avengers, The Witcher 3, and Cyberpunk 2077, this is great news for MK11 players much like the new Ultimate Edition and, more importantly, the three new fighters including Rambo. The slew of updates and add-ons will come available in just over a month, just in time for next-generation hardware from Microsoft and Sony. More details below.
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Following last week’s Prime Day announcement, Walmart and Target both detailed their own two-day sales meant to compete with Amazon’s own event. However, as the news rolled in, one retailer was conspicuously absent: Best Buy. Well, today the blue and yellow retail outlet has finally shown its hand. October 13 and 14 will deliver the Best Buy early Black Friday sale, which is said to deliver “dozens of deals, straight from Best Buy’s not-yet-released Black Friday ad.” How good the deals will actually be is yet to be seen. Head below for full details on everything we know so far about next week’s Prime Day competition coming from Best Buy.
Corsair has set the bar high with the K100, their newest flagship keyboard. A full-size board with media keys, iCUE control dial, macro keys that can integrate with Elgato Stream Deck software, and the fastest polling rate we’ve seen yet, the K100 is packed with features but comes in at a hefty $229.99 price point. Head below to see and hear it in action.
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Buy nowIf Slack isn’t already popping up in your life enough, today a new collaboration with Cole Haan is looking to boost that. Debuting as a lineup of new shoes, the Slack Generation ZERØGRAND from Cole Haan brings Slack’s logo to your wardrobe in a variety of styles. Head below the fold for all the details on how to grab these limited-edition kicks for yourself.