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With products like Apple Watch having hit the market nearly 5-years ago, many watchmakers long-since jumped on the bandwagon in fear of being left behind. Timex is one of few companies that have held off, but that changes with its latest release. It’s called Timex Ironman and standout features include 25-day battery life alongside an affordable price tag. Phone-free GPS is on-board as well, and surprisingly it doesn’t drain as much battery as you might expect. Continue reading to learn more.
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Earlier this week, popular audio manufacturer Ultimate Ears announced its new HYPERBOOM Bluetooth speaker. The brand’s largest offering yet arrives with a hefty design and price tag to match. With a 360-degree design and robust bass, the HYPERBOOM looks past traditional speaker offerings and focuses in on parties instead. Specifically, it’s pointed towards warmer weather activities, but Ultimate Ears also sees it finding a place somewhere else in your life: the home theater.

So after a few weeks with the Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM, I’m ready to offer a recommendation. With booming audio and a price tag sure to make some shutter, it falls in an interesting place in today’s highly-competitive speaker scene. Head below for more.

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As we just covered the COACH x Jennifer Lopez Sneaker Collaboration, the brand also has a new seasonal collection that makes it easy to update your everyday accessories. The new COACH spring collection is based on classic pieces that have been around for years with updated twists and colors. There are over 400 new items to choose from and prices range from $50 to $700 and COACH offers free delivery on all orders. Inside the new COACH spring collection you will find handbags, wallets, backpacks, accessories, and more. Be sure to head below the jump to find all of our top picks from COACH’s spring collection.

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Fresh from the show floor at PAX East, Gearbox Software has now unveiled the next Borderlands 3 DLC pack. The second addition to the game’s Season Pass, known as Guns, Love, and Tentacles, is a Lovecraftian-inspired adventure that will see players explore a new planet of Xylourgos when it launches late next month. Head below for more details and a look at the official reveal trailer.
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With February just about in the books, we’ll be taking a look back at our favorite LEGO Ideas creations over the past month. Highlighted by a brick-built rendition of an iconic Studio Ghibli film, we’re also seeing a unique Wild West build as well as a highly-detailed windmill creation. Hit the jump for the best LEGO Ideas projects of the month.

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It’s no secret that Walmart and Amazon are fighting for who will take first place in the e-commerce race. It’s a story nearly as old as the Internet itself, who will be kind. While the brick and mortar retailer has tried and failed to start a few different membership services, the company has yet to give up. According to sources familiar with the company who spoke to Recode, we could see the world’s largest brick and mortar retailer launch a new subscription service dubbed Walmart+ as soon as next month.

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When it comes to gaming competitively, everything counts. That’s why IOGEAR’s eSport-focused division, Kaliber Gaming, has unveiled KeyMander 2. This accessory ups the ante on console gaming by bringing keyboard and mouse support. Own an Xbox One, but prefer to game with DualShock 4? KeyMander 2 lets you play with whatever controller you prefer. Another standout feature includes the ability to manage gaming profiles from its companion iOS and Android app. Continue reading for more details.

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One way to really elevate your look is by adding a stylish watch. It not only comes in handy when wanting to check the time, but a stylish timepiece also makes a fashionable statement to any look. Also, if you’re on a budget, then you’re in luck because today we are sharing the best watches for men under $100. Plus, we’ve found options from top retailers. Head below the jump to start shopping and score our favorites in men’s watches for this season.

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After being announced back in June of 2019, Raspberry Pi 4 is getting a handful of upgrades and pricing changes today. The design is remaining largely the same but the Raspberry Pi foundation is now doubling the amount of RAM on its entry-level model. Alongside that bit of news is a reduction in price to $35 and delivering more power than ever before to the popular microcomputer platform. You can find full details and availability information, along with today’s press release down below.

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Steinberg is adding to its lineup of USB-C Mac interfaces today with the new UR24C two-channel model. After launching back in September of last year, Steinberg’s UR-C line of audio interfaces is seeing an interesting addition today with the latest entry in the family. With some unique headphone monitoring options in tow for stage performers and studio producers, the new UR24C falls in the middle of the line offering up an affordable option for musicians that need a little bit more than the base model UR22C can offer. Head below for a closer look.
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Believe it or not, it’s been 24-years since you’ve first been able to explore the Kanto region in the original Pokémon titles. Each year, The Pokémon Company commemorates the date with its annual Pokémon Day celebration. Here at 9to5Toys, we’re getting in the spirit by rounding up our favorite collectibles, gear, and more. So whether you’re a fan of the on-going video game franchise, Pokémon Go, TCG, or the animated series, you’ll want to head below for a closer look at our top merchandise picks.
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Logitech is one of the most well-known PC accessory manufacturers around. And, similarly, Herman Miller is one of the most trusted brands when it comes to high-end office furniture. Well, these two companies have partnered to create high-performance furniture for gamers with features introduced by both companies. These two companies are entering an exclusive partnership which will include researching, designing, and manufacturing the next-generation high-performance furniture solutions that competitive gamers need.

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Last year we took a look at the Pan Cam from Wyze, and we’ve been blown away by the features for the price. Since then, Wyze has been aiming to get more into the smart home market. Coming in at $90 and compatible with existing single-cylinder deadbolts, the Wyze Lock is a very easy way to get some smart control in your house. Be sure to check out the video below to check it out in action. 
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Just a few weeks after debuting its new X100V, Fujifilm has officially taken the wraps off of its latest mirrorless camera. Serving as a successor to X-T3, the Fujifilm X-T4 retains features like a 26.1-megapixel sensor while adding standout capabilities such as “the world’s fastest 15FPS shooting and a high-speed auto-focus performance.” Other notable upgrades include a flip-out LCD touchscreen display and 5-axis in-body image stabilization which has only been previously available in Fujifilm X-H1. Continue reading for more details.
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Le Creuset is known for its high quality cookware and to celebrate spring, the brand has debut two new colors. The two colors are called “Nectar” and “Artichaut” and both feature a beautiful hue for spring that is surprisingly not pastel. Nectar is a honey hue that’s a mixture of both dark and light yellows, while the Artichaut, inspired by the colors of an artichoke, is a mix of deep green and sea glass green-blue. Both colors have ten items that showcase the new hues from cast-iron pieces to everyday essentials. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from Le Creuset’s new spring line.

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Yacht Club games has now announced a new spin-off of its hit indie platformer series known as Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon. The game pulls from the main line series’ lore for what appears to be a quite involved puzzler game. The rogue like puzzler has a sort of Wario’s Woods-like vibe to it, but with a series of modern accouterments. Its basically Shovel Knight meets Candy Crush is the best way possible. Head below for the debut trailer and more details.
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If the wide variety of smart home cameras currently on the market haven’t been to your liking, today there will be yet another option to consider. The folks at Kami, YI Technology’s smart home division, have unveiled a new a wire-free, weather-resistant smart home security camera. The Kami Outdoor Battery Camera hopes to take on the competition with a list of compelling features at an affordable price tag. Head below for a closer look at its feature set.

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Harmonix, best known for its work on Rock Band and Dance Central, is ready to unveil its new rhythm game, Fuser. Scheduled for release on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC, Fuser replaces the dance floor with the festival stage, putting players into the shoes of a world famous DJ from the jump. After showing off the new game ahead of PAX East and launching the official debut trailer this morning, we have our first look at the new Harmonix music game and plenty of details on what to expect when it releases later this year. Head below for everything.
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SOL Republic is updating its in-ear truly wireless earbuds with several new features. The SOL Republic Amps Air + are active noise canceling truly wireless headphones with 24-hours of battery life, and a slimmer, more pocket-friendly case when compared to its predecessor. There’s an IR sensor technology here that allows for auto play/pause when removed and re-inserted to your ear, as well, which is something that only Apple has seemed to get right in recent memory. At $199.99, can SOL Republic’s Amps Air + penetrate the already-saturated truly wireless headphone market?

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Just a few months after Amazon posted new job availability for an upcoming grocery store, the first Amazon Go Grocery location has opened. The new storefront is located on 610 East Pike Street in Seattle, Washington. It boasts a much larger size when compared with Amazon Go locations while also distinguishing itself from Whole Foods Market by offering a wide range of standard grocery items not found at its organic-focused storefronts. Continue reading for more details.

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Spring break plans are on the horizon and Nordstrom has a guide for all of your fashion needs. Plus, they have an array of options that are priced from just $25 for the entire family. Inside this guide you can find top brands from Patagonia, Free People, Hurley, Herschel Supply Company, and many more to keep you in style while spring outing. You will score essentials for the entire family and this guide will help you be ready for all of your spring break plans. Find all of our top picks from Nordstrom’s Spring Break guide below.

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Today Toy Fair 2020 is wrapping up, and after perusing the showroom floor over the weekend, we’re back with our favorite unveils from the event. Just as in years’ past, LEGO is leading the way with a batch of new Star Wars kits. The latest electric scooters from Mongoose made a pretty stellar impression, and a notable partnership makes new products from Green Toys even more exciting. Head below to see our favorite new releases from New York’s iconic toy convention.

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Last week Pad & Quill unveiled its new Cafe Cuff Apple Watch band at 20% off, but today we are taking a look at the new Aria Smart Keyboard Case for the 11-inch iPad Pro. This new leather-bound case from Pad & Quill is designed to add some protection to your precious iPad and perfectly fits the 11-inch iPad Pro with a Smart Keyboard Folio in place. And, as usual, we are seeing an impressive launch discount. All the details are down below.
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NZXT is launching an all-new small form factor mini-ITX computer case dubbed the H1. This new case goes the extra mile, as NZXT is including an SFX-L 650W 80+ Gold power supply, 140mm all-in-one cooler, and PCIe 3.0 riser card pre-installed, making your next build super simple.

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Today Ultimate Ears is expanding its stable of Bluetooth speakers with its highest-end model to date, fittingly named HYPERBOOM. Armed with a high-fidelity audio array, adaptive sound mixing, 24-hour battery life, and more, UE’s new flagship speaker outclasses all of its previous releases with both volume and bass entering at several magnitudes higher than before. Head below for all of the details on the latest from UE, as well as pricing and availability.

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While we got a look at the Xbox Series X specs and features this morning, Cyberpunk 2077 rebased a statement earlier today stating that the game would get updated for Microsoft’s latest console at no additional charge. “Gamers should never be forced to purchase the same game twice or pay for upgrades,” the developers said on Twitter. Cyberpunk 2077 for Xbox One is slated to come out in the next few months and will receive a no-cost update to Series X after the console releases.

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Having a wireless headset for gaming is really great – as long as you remember to charge it. Usually, you need to plug in a micro-USB cable to top off the battery life, and if you don’t, you might be tethered while playing a game so that your headset can recharge. HyperX’s latest headset, the Cloud Flight S, makes refueling in-between games a little more convenient by adding wireless Qi charging. Check out the video below to see it in action.
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While we are without a shortage of inexpensive laptops, the implementation is often carried out using cheap materials and less than stellar internal components. A sacrifice of available storage and RAM can often be shed in a Chromebook, but PC laptops generally need power and storage to remain useable for a satisfactory amount of time. This has led to affordable Chromebooks with premium materials, quickly leaving PCs in the dust. A global launch of Honor MagicBook is here to help change this. Continue reading for further details.
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Warmer weather will soon be upon us and spring is on the horizon. Plus, spring is a great time to update your scent and they’re ton of new options for men. With an array of top brands debuting scents for spring including Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford Dior, and more. Majority of these scents are masculine and fresh for a new season. Head below the jump to find all of our favorite options in men’s cologne this spring.

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While LEGO unveiled some pretty exciting new Star Wars kits at Toy Fair 2020, that wasn’t the only company who partnered with some well-known brands for its latest unveils. Over the weekend we got a hands-on look at what the folks over at Playmobil will be rolling out in the coming months, including some entirely new play sets from Back to the Future. That’s alongside the expansion of its own in-house themes and the already popular Ghostbusters lineup. Hit the jump for a closer look at our favorite unveils from the Playmobil Toy Fair booth.

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Microsoft’s Phil Spencer took to Xbox Wire this morning with additional details on Xbox Series X specs. We already had a somewhat decent idea of what to expect from the upcoming black box with information from the unveil in December of last year and possible early photos of the system’s I/O ports. But today’s information puts some specific numbers on paper and highlights some of the system’s interesting new features. Everything is down below.
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In today’s best iOS and Mac app deals, we are growing our own natural eco-system, answering distress calls, battling our way through classic RPGs, and much more. We are starting your week off with a collection of highly-rated and now discounted iOS games and apps because there’s no reason to ever pay full price for them. Highlights include Valleys Between, 911 Operator, AudioKit Digital D1 Synth, Baldur’s Gate, and StationWeather Pro, among others. A complete list of today’s best Mac and iOS apps have been curated by hand for you down below the fold.

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We’re here at Toy Fair 2020, and this morning to kick off the convention, we’ve gotten an up-close look at what LEGO has brought to the show. Headlined by some enticing new Star Wars creations, there’s also a variety of upcoming builds hitting the scene from the Collectible Minifigure Series, as well as new properties like Minons, and more. Head below to see all of the new kits and creations showcased at the LEGO Toy Fair booth this year.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: Apple’s 10.2-inch iPad hits a new all-time low, B&H discounts Apple’s latest devices, Amazon Fire Tablets starts at $40, and more…

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On the heels of NVIDIA launching its latest version of GeForce NOW, a game streaming service for Windows, macOS, iPhone, and Android, a few game developers have decided to not include their games for use. That’s right, it started with Activision pulling its titles from GeForce NOW, making it so that way gamers couldn’t enjoy titles like Call of Duty on a remote computer. Now, however, Bethesda has pulled its titles off of GeForce NOW, meaning that some of your favorite games are no longer accessible.

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Perhaps now more than ever, we are inundated with a burgeoning supply of watches to choose from. While many have a tendency to look the same, some designs are able to instantly differentiate themselves from the rest of the pack. A new Bruce Lee-inspired watch from G-Shock makes for a prime example. It has debuted as part of the luxury MR-G lineup, which happens to be the best offered by the company. Along with its icon-inspired design, the new Bruce Lee G-Shock watch wields a bit of tech, including Bluetooth, GPS, and solar power. Continue reading to learn more.
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Just like with their Panda wireless headphones we got a pre-release look at recently, Drop has worked its active community to create a few keyboard options that are excellent choices for those wanting a mechanical keyboard that is well built and can be easily modded. We got our hands on the Drop ALT keyboard, the 67-key aluminum-bodied RGB entry point. Check out the video below for some more thoughts and to see and hear it in action.
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