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I’ll admit it. The only reason I go to the grocery stores these days tend to be for, well, groceries. Everything else mostly falls into the online shopping bucket and Amazon is by far the majority winner of my spending. As you would expect, this trend continues throughout the holidays when shopping for gifts becomes common. With so many packages being delivered, it’s very easy for someone to open a box with a gift before they should and spoil the surprise. Thankfully, a bundle of new and existing Amazon delivery options are here to save the day. Continue reading to see what Amazon offers.
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I love bringing out all of my softest and coziest blankets to snuggle up on the couch with during the colder months. Now that the temperatures have dropped in most areas of the country, cozy blankets are essential for staying warm. They also make great decor pieces and will turn any sofa or bed into a cozy oasis. So today, we are rounding up the top rated blankets of this season with prices from just $34. Whether you’re looking for a faux fur option, machine washable knit or an electric blanket, we’ve got a style for you. Head below the jump to find all of our favorite blankets to stay nice and warm.

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Nearly three years after the first-generation model was announced, the new AirTV 2 set-top box for cordcutters is finally hitting the mainstream. With dual-band 802.11ac and deep Sling TV integration, AirTV 2 is set to make its mark amongst consumers that have ditched cable for a purely OTA setup. The second-generation model improves on its older brethren in a handful of different ways, most notably is a much-improved build that ditches the white plastic visuals for a more traditional consumer electronics approach. Read: slim black plastic. Head below for more details on the new AirTV 2 OTA streaming media player, including pricing and availability.

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In a year where nearly all of the most significant releases that will touch down before this game generation comes to a close, one annoying goose stood above the rest. The Last of Us II finally got a release date just before FromSoftware’s Sekiro Shadows Die Twice took home Game of the Year, while Sony and Microsoft both unveiled the next generation of home console gaming. All that and the internet still can’t get enough of the Untitled Goose Game. What once started as a joke in a chat room at a tiny game development house in Australia is now ready for prime time at 25% off on PS4 and Xbox One. All the details are down below.
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Aqara might not be one of the first smart home companies that come to mind or even one you’re familiar with already. But over the past year, the company has garnered a pretty large following thanks to its affordable price points and, even more recently, the introduction of HomeKit support. Now Aqara is officially bringing its product line to the United States with the launch of an Amazon storefront. Head below for more details and to learn how you can take advantage of an introductory 20% off promotion.

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Sony is introducing the DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment today. In its attempt to offer up a DualShock 4 pro experience for competitive gamers, the small device brings some additional functionality to your existing PS4 gamepads. While it still isn’t offering a pro controller like Microsoft’s Elite gamepad, this mini OLED display-equipped add-on might be the next best thing. Head below for all the details.
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NZXT just announced its all-new partnership with Blizzard Entertainment to release World of Warcraft Alliance and Horde mid-tower PC gaming cases. In the latest addition to NZXT’s limited-edition CRFT series of cases, these custom H510’s offer a unique design that is sure to make your WoW-playing friends jealous.

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CORSAIR has been on a buying spree, it seems. After buying Elgato and ORIGIN PC, CORSAIR is expanding its reach into console gaming with its latest acquisition of SCUF, a high-end controller manufacturer. I’ve used SCUF for quite a while, and love the flexibility that it gives you on PlayStation, as there’s a distinct lack of Elite-level controllers available on that platform. What does CORSAIR’s purchase of SCUF mean for the company, and for gaming? Let’s find out.

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We’ve covered quite a few USB mics this year like the HyperX Quadcast, Blue Yeti X and the Razer Seiren Emote, but the $100 Samson Satellite offers some unique features that sets it apart from these other microphones. Designed to be used on the go, the Satellite can be plugged into an iOS or USB device and has legs that fold out to be ready anywhere. Check out the video below to hear how it sounds.
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While we have seen a number of pop culture footwear collaborations this year, you’ll definitely want to check out the new adidas Pokémon shoes. This marks the second major crossover between the two brands in 2019, but it might be the first one you’ll actually want to wear. Head below for a closer look.
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From Ring cameras to keyboards, the amount of products powered by light is constantly growing. With REFLECT Eternal, JBL is unleashing its plan for a crowdfunded pair of solar-powered headphones. Development is still in the early stages, but based on what’s been accomplished to date, JBL REFLECT Eternal set out to eliminate traditional charging while offering unlimited listening to wearers. Continue reading to learn more.

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Do you have travel plans or looking for a gift idea for the traveler? There are still an array of options out there that can be at your doorstep by Christmas. Whether you’re looking for a small weekend option or an international travel stay, we’ve got a style for you. Best of all, each product listed below is gender neutral, which means anyone can travel with these pieces. So be sure to keep scrolling and find an array of luggage styles that will have you ready to jet-set.

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With Christmas just over a week away, it’s getting to be crunch-time for finding meaningful gifts that will still arrive by December 25th. Amazon is coming to the rescue with a number of discounts on digital subscriptions and various subscription boxes. If you’re finding yourself running out of time, this is an easy way to still find a meaningful gift for someone on your list. Amazon has marked down subscription boxes covering just about every category, or you can go with a service like Amazon Music or Kindle Unlimited if your friends or family are into the Amazon ecosystem. Head below for all of our top picks.

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Prior to moving into my apartment at the beginning of the year, I set out to devise and build an ideal home network. For this, I turned to the Ubiquiti UniFi line, a collection of networking gear that proved well equipped for handling the needs of this tech-savvy writer. Since the initial install, I’ve been nothing but thrilled with the decision, well at least up until a few weeks ago, when Ubiquiti debuted its latest product. Enter AmpliFi Alien, the recently-released Wi-Fi 6 router that’s making me reconsider my entire setup. Head below for a full report on why one of Ubiquiti’s latest is one of its most compelling products yet. 

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Hot Wheels id, a smart system for one of the world’s most iconic toy lineups, launched earlier this year. Shortly after that, we went hands-on with the unique experience, loving every second of it. Now, Mattel and Hot Wheels have partnered with Swift Playgrounds, Apple’s easy-to-learn programming system, to bring things to an entirely new level.

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In this week’s Best of 9to5Toys: B&H launches a huge Apple sale with discounts on MacBook and more, Sam’s Club one-day sale, HomePod is back at Black Friday pricing, more…

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The Echo Wall Clock was a first of its kind, but today, Amazon teamed up with Citizen to launch a few higher-end models for those who want Alexa in an analog form. The Citizen Smart Clock, as it’s called, offers multiple timers that are configurable with voice commands through an Amazon Echo. Simply tell your Echo, “Alexa, set a timer for 8 minutes” and the countdown begins. However, that’s not where it ends.

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Together with our friends at 9to5Mac, this year we’re bringing back our Holiday Hub to offer exclusive deals on tech accessories to help with your holiday shopping.

Head below to get exclusive deals on accessories for your smartphone, laptop, gaming console and more, including the Pocketalk two-way translation device, iPhone cases and skins, Qi chargers, USB-C hubs and docks, HomeKit lighting, and much more, all from brands we love. And check back for new deals throughout December!

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Believe it or not, PlayStation 4 has been around for more than six years. Over its lifetime more than 100 million units have been sold. If you’re even faintly familiar of PC gaming, you know that six years is a very long time to go without upgrading components. Thankfully PlayStation 5 is just around the corner. This fact have never been more apparent than now, with the first PlayStation 5 game, Godfall, having been announced less than 24 hours ago. Continue reading to see Godfall’s trailer and learn what we know so far.
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Christmas is just 12 days away and that means the clock is ticking down on the holiday shopping season. Amazon has already detailed its rapidly closing shipping windows, and time is running out at other retailers too. As we do each year, our staff of writers has been putting together gift guides covering various topics to help make your holiday shopping a bit easier. But with a little over a week until the big day, it’s time to turn our attention to the best last-minute gift ideas.

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Starting with loudspeakers, professional reference audio, and even car audio, Focal has built a reputation on hi-fidelity audio. One line of hi-fidelity headphones has been making huge waves since 2012. We were sent samples of their entire hi-fi line, which isn’t all they offer for headphones and are excited to share some thoughts on the collection with you. Be sure to check out the video below for more details.
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It’s tough to enjoy a winter day when you have cold, wet feet. If it hasn’t already, winter weather will soon be approaching, and that means that you will want to have your boots ready. Winter boots can also be pretty pricey, and that’s why we have rounded up the best options for men under $150. So be sure you’re ready for those cold-weather commutes and keep scrolling to find all of our favorite styles.

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Last night’s Game Awards was an eventful one with the unveiling of Xbox Series X and the Ghost of Tsushima release date, among many other things. Sucker Punch’s highly-anticipated samurai-meets-ninja open-world title has been mostly kept under wraps since the E3 2018 reveal. However, we now have an official release window and a lengthy new trailer for you down below the fold.
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Since officially debuting its Switch Online service in the fall of 2018, Nintendo kicked off each month with a batch of new retro titles re-releases. That all came to an end back in September, when we got word that the on-going updates would finally come to a close. Now for the first time since Nintendo has released six new games into its digital NES and SNES library. Head below for all of the details from the December update for Nintendo Switch Online.

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Microsoft just announced the latest Xbox’s name, Series X at The Game Awards. Coming holiday 2020, Microsoft’s latest console is sure to make waves next year with next-generation graphics and an all-new design.

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AMD has been making waves in just about every area of computing over the past few years, making a comeback to rival Intel and NVIDIA in their respective platforms. However, the processing giant didn’t just announce new hardware that’ll shake the gaming world, but software. That’s right, the latest Radeon Adrenalin 2020 includes quite a few awesome features, but one sets it apart from the rest: the ability to play your PC games on any (yes, any) mobile device, wherever you are. Want to learn more? Head below the break to find out how to take advantage of this killer feature.

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The new Grovemade Titanium Pen is the result of over 4 years of design work. The development team has “unapologetically obsessed” over creating what it considers to be the best writing tool out there. Using a combination of premium natural materials and a functionally minimalist design, the first of the company’s new pens is ready for prime time. Grovemade has even inked up a nice introductory discount too. Head below for a closer look.
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While online multiplayer support has paved the way for friends to game with each other no matter where they are, it does seem to have taken some of focus away from couch co-op support in many games. Thankfully a Fortnite update has been pushed out today that hopefully signals a shift towards local split-screen support in other games too.

There are some limitations when it comes to the new feature, but it is Epic Games’ first attempt and the company has promised to continue improving it. Continue reading to find out everything we know.
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Each year, Anthropologie comes out with a Perfect Present Gift Guide loaded with ideas for the holiday season. I personally love this guide because they have really unique gifts, so there will be no worry that someone else is getting the same thing. Inside this guide you will find fun ideas for your household, accessories, beauty items, clothing, and even kids gifts. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks from the Anthropologie Gift Guide with prices starting at $14.

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With 2019 nearly in the books, today, we’re getting a look at yet another wave of LEGO’s upcoming creations. Headlined by hero and villain-themed mechs, Avengers builds, and various Spider-Man vehicles, nine new LEGO Marvel kits are on the horizon for 2020. Not to mention, you’ll find a collection of all-new minifigures, including Spider-Man Noir, spanning the latest wave of builds. Head below for a closer look.
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A Forza battle royale is launching at full speed today on Xbox One and PC. As everyone’s favorite multiplayer mode permeates through what’s starting to seem like every other game on the market, Microsoft has now announced the new Eliminator battle royale for Forza Horizon 4. Head below for more details and a closer look at today’s announcement trailer.
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Guaranteed delivery shipping windows are beginning to close at Amazon but if you order in the coming days, you can still count on your gifts by Christmas. Amazon is known for its wide selection of products, but you may be less familiar with its artisan-driven storefront. If you’re still trying to knock-off some holiday shopping, it may be worth swinging by Amazon Handmade, which delivers crafted gifts for all ages. And with Prime delivery, Amazon is still guaranteeing that many products can make it to your doorstep by the big day. Head below for all of this year’s best Amazon Handmade gifts and more.

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We’re a little over a month into the latest Call of Duty: Modern Warfare release and a few weeks ago, we got the first big update: Season 1. If you’re wanting to find out our full thoughts on the entire Modern Warfare game, Spec Ops, campaign, and all, be sure to check our in-depth review. However, this post will focus on our hands-on with Season 1’s new content.

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Last year Amazon began selling fresh cut Christmas trees. Apparently it has proven to be a success with at least a couple of brands still live at the moment. In this post we’ll dive into which trees are still available for order and can still make it to your door before Christmas Day arrives with no saw or trip to the tree farm required.
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The holidays are swiftly approaching and that mean’s gift giving is upon us. J.Crew’s getting you ready for the holidays with a Very Delightful Gift Guide. Inside this guide you will find cozy items such as pajamas, slippers, socks, pullovers, and more. However, you can always find suits for holiday parties, dress shirts, shoes, and sweaters. This gift guide also features an array of price points including under $25, $50 and $100. Head below the jump to find all of our top picks.

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Some of my favorite things to cover this year have been EDC, or everyday carry items. Since starting in March of this year, I’ve been able to check out a few and wanted to round up some of my favorites for an end of the year EDC gift guide. For more gift ideas be sure to check out the rest which ranges from fashion, smart home essentials, and music must-haves to coffee essentials, tech-enhancing gear, and must-have cameras and accessories.
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After details on the new Resident Evil 3 remake hit yesterday, we are now getting our first look at the new PlatinumGames title, Babylon’s Fall. Shrouded in mystery since it was very briefly teased at E3 2018, the debut gameplay trailer for the upcoming third-person hack n’ slash has now surfaced. While there are still loads of questions surrounding the beloved action game studio’s latest, head below to feast your eyes on the Babylon’s Fall combat system in action and more.
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