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Over a year ago, we got a first look at the upcoming mobile game console from Panic, the studio behind the widely popular Untitled Goose Game, deemed Playdate. The unique handheld wowed gamers with a modern twist on retro-inspired titles, and today the team is announcing several of the third-party titles that’ll be available on the system. Spanning various genres from dungeon crawlers to puzzlers, there’s already some pretty eye-catching games on the horizon. And interestingly enough, Playdate can also play DOOM. Head below for all the details on the upcoming console.

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Over the last few months we’ve covered a variety of new tiny houses. Some are high-end, others deliver an abundance of space, and most recently we detailed Kabinka, which is arguably one of the most affordable options out there. Today we’ve stumbled across Natura, a solar-powered tiny house that manages to accommodate a king-sized bed, wood-burning stove, and more. All of this is done for a price that undercuts what you’d have to spend on a used home, let alone something brand new. This allows it to serve as a tempting option to folks who’d like to be more eco-friendly or simply spend more of their time on the road. Continue reading to learn more.
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Shoebacca — a leading online retailer of brand name footwear — is now offering hundreds of PUMA sneakers at huge discounts. With options for the whole family starting from under $15, this is a great time to upgrade your outfit with some heavily discounted PUMA shoes.

From casual sneakers and flip-flops to fashionable low-cuts and workout-oriented designs, there’s a little bit of something for everyone on tap here. With deals as deep as 65% off, you’ll want to head below the fold for a closer look at some of our top picks from the sale.
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Hasselblad has long been known as one of the premiere camera-makers on the market. With models ranging from the costly and insane, to those that are slightly more affordable in price. Today, we’re getting full details on the brand’s new modular 907X 50C medium-format camera. The latest from Hasselblad arrives with a piecemeal design that can be tweaked as needed, but ships with a very sleek X1D lens mount for various pieces of glass. We have full details, including pricing, availability, and more down below.

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Are you a Harry Potter fan? H&M has a new Harry Potter Collection for this fall that’s full of magical items for your little ones. If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you will love all of the Hogwarts and fun details that are displayed in each piece. The entire collection is perfect for school-bound children, with lots of layers, denim, and accessories that are perfect for the playground. Prices in the Harry Potter x H&M collection start at just $7 and go up to $30. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks, and be sure to check out our Nordstrom Back to School Guide here.

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We have some more details on the Tony Hawk Warehouse demo today courtesy of the PlayStation Blog and Xbox Wire. The remake combines both of the original titles in the series (along with much more) in a ground-up re-work for modern-day consoles. But an early promotion will see a demo of the games’ iconic Warehouse stage recreation go live later this week. Head below for more details and how to go hands-on this Friday.
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HORI is giving Switch gamers three new ways to bring some ergonomic gameplay to their Nintendo Switch with the launch of new Split Pad Pro styles. The unique controller mirrors the distinct Joy-Con design but packs a more fitting design for older gamers. Launching next month, you can head below the jump for all of the details on the refreshed controllers, as well as how to lock-in your pre-order.

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We have seen quite a wide range of home arcade machines hitting the marketplace over the last couple of years and we are now getting the full-size Neo Geo MVSX in North America. Taking inspiration from those popular 4-foot Arcade 1Up machines, MVSX is a much larger version of the miniature Neo Geo arcades already available that packs in 50 SNK classic games and more. Head below for closer look and more details on the retro home arcade machine.
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AOC is launching an all-new gaming monitor that offers a 34-inch display with a frameless design. With a 3440x1440p resolution and the ability to game at up to 144Hz, AOC’s curved monitor is perfect for high-end battle stations. Ready to upgrade your desk and want to find out more about AOC’s latest CU34G2X 34-inch Curved UltraWide monitor? Keep reading to find out what all it can do.

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Having multiple monitors set up for gaming and productivity is pretty standard, but you can also bypass two displays by opting for a super ultra-wide screen. The new Monoprice Dark Matter 49-inch monitor features a massive 5120 x 1440 DQHD (dual QHD) along with a host of other specs to make it appeal to gamers and non-gamers alike. Following our announcement coverage, we wanted to check it out in person. Head below to watch the video and see it in action.
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Developer 343 Industries has announced a major Halo Infinite delay. Just as excitement for the next generation of gaming has begun to ramp up, the Xbox Series X release lineup is taking a big-time hit and will have to launch without its flagship shooter. 343 Industries took to Twitter this afternoon to issue an official statement to its fan base regarding the disappointing news. While this just gives the team more time to make the game even better, it’s a tough pill to swallow nonetheless. Head below for more details.
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Apple’s line of Pride bands has long been a popular accessory for Apple Watch. A few months back, Apple introduced a pair of new options, including its first Nike-style option. It’s not a rarity to see third-party brands copy Apple’s styling, but often, the result can be hit or miss in both quality and replication. A new Pride band with Nike styling hit the market last week, and I’ve been checking it out for a few days. Its major selling point is a price that’s 80% less than the official Apple counterpart. The question is: Does the price deliver a product with compromises? Hit the jump for more in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys.

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Lululemon has you ready for the fall season with a new collection made to keep you comfortable in transitioning weather. This collection is full of jackets, joggers, shorts, t-shirts, and accessories made for workouts. I also love Lululemon because almost all of their apparel is versatile to wear during casual outings and still look stylish. Pricing in the new Lululemon fall collection starts at $15 for accessories and go up to $200 for select jackets. Hit the jump to find all of our top picks or you can shop the entire collection here. Also, be sure to check out our guide to the new Levi’s x Peanuts collection here.

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Today, TCL is formally unveiling its latest collection of new 2020 TVs. Both the new 5- and 6-series lineups pack 4K displays alongside built-in Roku functionality and other perks. The higher-end offerings round in the 6-series notably step up with Mini-LED backlighting and new gaming-focused features like up to 120Hz refresh rates. Head below for a closer look at the new TCL 6-series TVs, alongside pricing and availability details.

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Naughty Dog has now announced a brand new Last of Us II update. Finally releasing back in June to rave critical reviews, user impressions were much more split, despite general consensus seemingly leaving the game in good graces overall. Naughty Dog’s new free update is hoping to offer its players base significantly more options through a series of new difficult game modes, a long list of Naughty Dog-created gameplay mods, and a host new graphical rendering modes. Head below for all of the details.
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Turtle Beach, a trusted name in the gaming headset community, is launching a new line of “Work and School from Home” headsets with prices designed to fit any budget. Turtle Beach’s latest headsets start at just $30 and include USB sound enhancers, over-ear options, and even some in-ear models. If you’re finding that you’re working from home or handling next semester without visiting campus, having a quality headset is a must.

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Vogue and Amazon have partnered to create a storefront “A Common Thread,” which is a fundraising initiative to help high-end fashion retailers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Amazon x Vogue storefront is selling notable designers, such as 3.1 Phillip Lim, Derek Lam 10 Crosby, and Tabitha Simmons, just to name a few. All of the pieces in this line are very high fashion and very trendy for this season. Inside this collection, you can find men’s, women’s and home items with an array of price tags. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks.

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The Big Summer Sale Event is now live at Amazon, offering a meager but nonetheless notable, replacement for Prime Day. At this point, we’re not expecting to see a Prime-only sale in the traditional sense until September. So if you’re looking to scratch an itch today, there’s plenty to check out on this landing page.

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Amazon’s ventures into brick and mortar retail have long been speculated. With autonomous grocery stores and retail book locations popping up in a few cities, that speculation has turned out to be accurate to some extent. Now as retail space is opening up amidst the global pandemic across the United States, there’s more reason than ever to assume Amazon will be a player in the real estate game once again. A new report from the Wall Street Journal today points to Amazon picking up retail space laid bare from Sears, JC Penney, and others that are increasingly becoming available. Head below for full details on where Amazon may be laying the groundwork on new retail stores and fulfillment centers across the United States.

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Earlier this year, we got a look at six new LEGO Harry Potter sets spanning various films in the franchise. Now ahead of the upcoming wave of kits from the Wizarding World hitting store shelves next month, we’re getting a first look at new collectible minifigures with 16 characters from the series. Head below for all of the details on the upcoming collection of LEGO Harry Potter minifigures.

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Leaked images and retail documentation for the new Xbox Series X controller have now all but confirmed the existence and upcoming announcement for Xbox Series S. Rumors and leaks have been pointing at an upcoming reveal of a second, less powerful and more affordable Series S Xbox console for a while now. If the recently leaked images are indeed real, and we have no reason to doubt the sources here, we are getting our first look at the all-white Xbox Series X controller as well as what is essentially confirmation of the upcoming Series S Xbox. Head below for all the details.
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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Apple’s all-new iMac sees first discount, 16-inch MacBook Pro is $419 off, eufy HomeKit camera drops to $30, and more…

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While Ultra-wide monitors have been the standard for high-end gaming for quite a while, Super Ultra-wide is starting to take over the scene. Viotek’s latest Super Ultra-wide monitor, the SUW49DA, offers 49-inches of 120Hz 1440p gaming space designed to handle whatever you throw at it.

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If recent coverage of Magnolia and Traveler’s Paradise has you intrigued by the thought of living in a tiny house, you’re in for a treat with today’s highly-affordable discovery. It’s called Kabinka and is made by a Hungarian company called Hello Wood. Instead of going high-end like the others above, it chases a very basic design that makes it a thrifty option that’s perfect for peaceful getaways. This affordable tiny house is available in 4 sizes, allowing folks to fit “a kitchenette, desk, couch and stove.” Continue reading to learn more.

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Remember AirPower? Yeah, me either. But anyways, Satechi is out recently with its new Trio Wireless Charging Pad, a 3-in-1 power solution for your Apple gear. Its sleek design arrives with dedicated spots to power up your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, seemingly fulfilling promises Apple never did. The latest Tested with 9to5Toys explores this all-in-one charging solution and whether its $120 price tag is worth it. Head below for more.

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Now that the end of summer is near, it’s time to update your reading list. August has tons of new books that will have you at the edge of your seat to read. We’ve rounded up below our top picks for August Reads, including thrillers, romance, fiction, sci-fi, and a few series to dive into. Also, be sure to check out our Summer Reading List here.

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LEGO’s latest expansion to the brick-built Marvel universe enters following last month’s debut of six new Avengers creations. Rather than focus on the entire team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes this time around, we’re getting a Tony Stark-specific creation that serves as an expansion to a previously-released kit. The new LEGO Iron Man Armory assembles yet another section of the hero’s iconic lab complete with new minifigures and more. Head below for all the details.

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Rocksteady Studios is making a Suicide Squad game. For years now, many have assumed (or hoped) Superman was next for the folks at Rocksteady, but a new teaser image hit the studio’s Twitter account this morning all but confirming an upcoming Suicide Squad game. Head below for more details.
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Apex Legends is about to enter its sixth season, and with it is introducing an all-new element to the game: crafting. That’s right if you don’t like the gear you have, just collect some materials from around the map and build something better. That, plus Rampart, a new battle pass, and an all-new weapon are landing in Apex Legends Season 6 on August 18th.

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After being announced back in June, Arcade1Up’s latest batch of retro-inspired arcade cabinets are now being rolled out alongside the announcement of new details. The highly anticipated X-Men vs. Street Fighter cabinet is now launching with built-in Wi-Fi for online matchmaking, alongside new head-to-head Pac-Man experiences and more. Head below for all the details on the Arcade1Up X-Men cabinet and how to lock-in your pre-orders for all the new releases.

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Few things feel as futuristic as a touchscreen projector that lights up a desk. Microsoft is perhaps the closest a big-name company has gotten with its premium Studio desktops, but even these are nothing like Hachi Infinite M1. This new offering illuminates a desk or the wall, allowing you to play a game or check email and then quickly reorient it to watch a movie when the mood strikes. Its operating system is based on Android, potentially opening it up to a large number of supported apps at launch. Continue reading to learn more.

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You can now dress just like your Bitmoji thanks to Ralph Lauren’s latest collection. Snapchatters can now dress their Bitmojis in 12 classic outfits, and you can also buy the same physical look for yourself. Some of the outfits include classics like the Rugby Shirt, Polo Sport Jacket, Double Breasted Blazer, and more. So be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Ralph Lauren x Bitmoji Collection, and you will want to check out our guide to the best men’s cologne options for this summer.

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Today Anker has unveiled its new PowerCore Play 6K Mobile Game Controller for iOS and Android devices. With a built 6700mAh battery pack and ergonomic grips, it’s designed to take your mobile gaming sessions to the next level. With USB-A and USB-C ports on-board, there’s great compatibility here for a wide range of devices. While it typically will sell for around $35, Anker is offering a special launch day deal that discounts the PowerCore Play 6K even further. Hit the jump for full details on today’s release and to learn how you can save, as well.

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Today, Sony debuted its latest pair of active noise-cancelling headphones as the followup to its widely successful WH-1000XM3 cans. The new 1000XM4 are equipped with 30-hour battery life alongside improved noice cancelation, the ability to pair two devices at a time, and a price that undercuts the competition. Head below for all of the details on the Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones, including how to lock-in your pre-order ahead of launch and more.

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Grovemade introduced its new slim leather notebook today. A brand well known for its premium Apple gear and desktop accessories, the latest entry in its Desk Collection offers up a gorgeous made-in-the-USA design with premium materials and a versatile setup, in its slimmest form-factor yet. Head below the fold for a closer look at the new Grovemade Slim Notebook and a solid introductory discount.
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Logitech G, the gaming division of the well-known peripheral company, is introducing an all-new G923 TRUEFORCE Racing Wheel and Pedals that offer a force feedback system, delivering “next-generation” realism and performance. Whether you game on PlayStation 4, plan to pick up a PS5 or own an Xbox One/Series X or PC, this racing wheel is a must-have for games like Forza and Gran Turismo.

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It doesn’t matter whether you own a tent or an Airstream Basecamp 20 — NOMAD’s portable grill and smoker is here to let you cook favorite dishes no matter where your outdoor adventures take you. While competing options are made by Traeger, Char-Griller, and others, NOMAD takes things to the next level with a design that’s all but certain to turn heads. It wields enough space to grill and smoke a considerable amount of food, is comprised of aircraft-grade aluminum, and weighs in at a mere 28 pounds. Continue reading to learn more.

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Just in time for back to school, Levi’s debuts a new Peanuts collection for this fall. This limited-edition collection was designed with school spirit. The entire line has a classic sporty vibe and playful prints. Inside this collection, you can be sure to find Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, and Peppermint Patty. This collection is a great way to find unique items such as jeans, tees, hoodies, jumpsuit sets, and accessories. Prices for the Levi’s x Peanuts collection start at $17 and go up to $100. Plus, the majority of the items are unisex, which means anyone can wear them. Head below the jump to find all of our favorites.

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