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Peak Design has built a reputation for developing photographer’s tools that translate to just about anybody, whether you’re carrying a camera or not. The company is now releasing a new series of outdoor bags specifically designed for photographers – or anybody – to get on the go with comfort, ease of use, and versatility. They have succeeded.

Atom Studios is a relatively new brand on our radar here at 9to5Toys, but after getting a chance to test out its recently-released lineup, we decided it more than deserved some limelight. While you will find some more traditional cases in its iPhone 16 collection, it is its iPhone 16 Agave Leather MagSafe Soft Snap case that really caught our eye. Head below for our exclusive discount code and our hands-on impressions. 

Just ahead of the worldwide debut of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 next week, the Xbox Wire has now unveiled a special edition collection of controllers and the COD Black ops 6 Xbox Series X console wrap. The collection includes a Xbox Wireless Controller as well as an Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and the Xbox Series X Wrap, each designed to “capture the tension and intrigue of the ’90s spy thriller theme, with visual elements that immerse players deeper into the game’s world.” Get a closer look down below. 

Just after the debut of its next-generation Fire 8 tablet, Amazon has now unleashed the all-new family of Kindle devices. The new lineup includes the first full-color model, a “reimagined” Kindle Scribe, and the fastest Kindle Paperwhite ever. Amazon has tons of gear that is really just a different, more affordable version of tech products we see from other brands, but its Kindle lineup, at least for me, has managed to remain somewhat singular and unique as dedicated readers backed by the extensive lineup of titles Amazon offers for them. And everything is getting a 2024 refresh starting today, let’s dive in below. 

Segway Navimow is introducing the world to its new X3 series of robot lawn mowers that are designed to provide autonomous lawn care support for medium to large yards. Presentations of this new model in the United States begin today at the Equip Expo in Louisville, Kentucky through October 18, with pre-orders only open to dealers and distributors at the moment. This new premium model is a follow-up to its i110N predecessor that tosses out boundary wire needs with expanded functionality to tackle professional and homeowner needs to maintain up to 2.5 acres of land. Head below to continue learning more about this all-new entry into the autonomous lawn care market.

Today JLab is introducing what it calls the ‘lowest priced wireless ANC earbuds’ anywhere with its new GO POP ANC. The new ultra budget-friendly GO POP buds are now available for purchase at a shockingly low $29.99, complete with the workout-ready, noise cancelling design we will take a closer look at below. 

MUJJO, much like year’s past, was among the first leather case makers out of the gate when iPhone 16 was unveiled. I have been a fan of the brand’s leather treatments for at least a couple generations now, and with some new color options landing for iPhone 16, was excited to give them a test for 2024. While the initial run of these case had a Camera Control button that wasn’t up to the task, it has now re-issued with corrections, readied replacements for early adopters, and I am here to see if it all worked out.

Today Twelve South debuting a new special edition of its popular AirFly in-flight audio transmitter. These handy little gadgets are designed to provide an ultra-compact audio solution, effectively connecting to wired-only sources before beaming the audio wirelessly to your AirPods and other Bluetooth headphones. While we are getting the AirFly 2 or some higher-end pro-grade model today, the brand is reissuing its most affordable AirFly SE adapter today with a fresh coat of iridescent paint. Scope it out below. 

It’s been over a few months since Xbox graced us with its “future of gaming” summer showcase, and even longer than that since the last Xbox Partner Preview, but that all changes later this week. Over on the official Xbox Wire, an official announcement for the next Xbox showcase has surfaced some three days before the October Xbox Partner Preview will air around the world. In the latest installment of the ongoing Xbox Partner Preview series, we are set for a “no-fluff, all-games broadcast” come Thursday, October 17, and we will detail what to expect down below. 

Harber London, a brand well-known around here for creating gorgeous leather carriers and bags, unleashed its new All-Rounder MacBook Sleeve a couple months back, and now it’s time to weigh in after giving it a good test run. I have been and continue to be a huge fan of the brand’s bags – its Overnighter was just showcased in a recent 9to5Toys Travel Kit feature – but this time it is trading out some of the full-grain leather for a recycled fabric and we are ready to serve up our hands-on impressions. 

UGREEN’s MagFlow Qi2 3-in-1 Charger Station for iPhone 16, Apple Watch, and your AirPods has now surfaced on Amazon. After featuring the slightly more compact 2-in-1 model last month, the brand’s latest foldable charging solution now includes a third pop-out charging pad to juice up your Apple wearable as well. Now available for purchase with a $100 MSRP, UGREEN’s official Amazon listing is actually offering a notable launch deal today that knocks it down to $79.99 shipped at checkout. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Today we are talking a hands-on look at the brand new Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker. The combination home and on-the-go speaker immediately caught our eye at launch with the retro chic design, and now it’s time to see if its impressive looks and sound quality are worth the price of entry. Head below for our hands-on impressions of the Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker in the latest edition of Tested with 9to5Toys.

After unleashing new gaming gear at Logi PLAY and MX Creative Console for Adobe Photoshop and Premier Pro users, Logitech is back with another new release. This time, the brand has launched the new POP ICON Keys, a Wireless Bluetooth keyboard. This new board lands on your desk with an eye-catching design, and it’s perfect for anyone who is looking to add a touch of color to their setup. The Logitech POP ICON Keys is now available to purchase on Amazon for $49.99 shipped. You can also get it as a bundle with the brand’s POP Mouse for $69.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look at the keyboard.

We have featured a ton of interesting and traditional iPhone 16 cases this year already. Some have seriously impressed us, some with Camera Control buttons, and some with onboard physical gaming controls, but the Clicks case is the first one that adds a complete hardware keyboard to your new Apple headset. 

Just after featuring Spigen’s new affordable stainless steel bracelet-style band for Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra at $37, a pair of its even more affordable models have now surfaced starting from $22. The Spigen Lite Fit Nylon Solo Loop has been a go-to among Apple Watch users for years and it is now ready to neatly attach to your 47mm Ultra at an ultra-affordable price tag. Scope it out below along with the new DuraPro Flex model at $25. 

Today Twelve South is unleashing its brand new MagSafe charging stand, the HiRise 2 Deluxe. Trading out the 3-in-1 setup available on its wonderful HiRise 3 Deluxe for a more compact and streamlined approach, the new HiRise 2 Deluxe delivers a magnetic charging stand for your iPhone with an additional Qi pad hidden in the base for AirPods or another handset. Now available for purchase starting today from Twelve South, we will detail the new release down below alongside some early hands-on impressions. 

The Arc Pulse has been one of the most popular options this year among 9to5 readers, bumper style or otherwise. It would seem more and more folks are looking to leave the Apple design and their color of choice on display while still trying to maintain some semblance of drop protection at the same time, and the Arc Pulse very much does that. But let’s dive in with some hands-on impressions to see how everything shakes out in practice. 

We are now approaching the mid-way point of the last 24 hours of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event and it’s time to tap in to serve up our favorite fall Prime Day deals for under $25. The fall Prime Day event has delivered some seriously notable price drops on big ticket items, from Apple Watch Ultra 2 and MacBooks, to Sony headphones, Snapdragon PCs, and power stations, but there’s some serious steals to score right now under $25. While Apple’s AirTag down at $24.99 Prime shipped is getting an honorable mention this year, you’ll definitely want to make sure our top picks below are on your radar today before they sell out.

The 2024 Amazon Prime Day deals are now live as part of its fall Prime Big Deal Days event. The October sale is effectively the exact same thing as what we get during the summer sale – massive price drops across a broad range of categories from Apple, Samsung, and Google gear to Amazon in-house tech, smart home products, e-bikes, power stations, just about anything you could ever want for your PC gaming battlestation, charging gear, accessories, of all kinds, and so much more. We will be updating our 2024 fall Prime Day hub with the best deals as they go live over the next 48 hours, so be sure to head back over throughout the event’s duration as we uncover all of the most notable price drops live for this year’s Prime Big Deal Days. 

The best fall Prime Day smart TV deals went live early today (one day before the main event) with even more to come and this is the place to find them all in one place. That includes brands like LG and Sony as well as the value-packed 2024 models from Hisense and TCL alongside Amazon and other budget-friendly solutions. More and more folks are opting for these more wallet-conscious offerings, and frankly so have we as of late. We are already tracking massive deals on the 2024 LG OLEDs – one of the more popular solutions among folks who like to go big-time – alongside as much as $1,000 in savings on the latest from Hisense and TCL. Head below for our collection of the best Prime Big Deal Days smart TV deals and be sure to check back as even more go live over the next two days. 

There’s nothing worse than scratching up your brand new iPhone 16 display, never mind fracturing it into pieces, so let’s take a look at our favorite iPhone 16 screen protectors. There are literally thousands of different options out there, some super affordable, some very much not, so we thought we would list out the options we have used ourselves across both categories to make the buying decision a little bit easier for folks. Head below for a closer look at the best new screen protectors for iPhone 16. 

Today we are going hands-on with the new UAG Civilian iPhone 16 Case. The brand is well known for its ultra-protective solutions for Apple’s handsets, but it is the mid-ranger Civilian that catches my eye first, managing to both offer a notable level of protection without looking (or feeling) like there’s a gigantic chunk of plastic around my phone. Let’s dive in down below with some hands-on impressions to see how this year’s model stacks up against Apple’s latest handset design. 

Today, Journey is debuting a brand new Apple Watch band with a solid 30% launch deal. Just after introducing the “world’s first” 10K mAh 4-in-1 MagSafe power bank with a retractable charging lid and its MOTION Apple Watch Sport band before that, the brand has now unleashed its new full-grain leather URBAN leather band for Apple Watch Series 10 (and all models between 42mm and 49mm). Scoring one during the pre-order phase will net you 30% off at checkout and you can scope out the details down below. 

It’s time for a hands-on look at what might be the only “official” third-party iPhone 16 case with Camera Control (providing you don’t count Beats). We have seen models with the conductive button cover from SUPCASE and Spigen, but OtterBox seems to have had a more official connection to Apple with its implementation considering you can buy it direct from Cupertino’s stores, so let’s dive in and see if the OtterBox Lumen Series iPhone 16 case with Camera Control is any good. 

Anker is ready to officially unleash its latest generation Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro wireless earbuds today. Landing with some marked improvements over the standard edition set as well as the previous-generation Liberty 3 Pro, the latest lands with touch bar control as well as an onboard display and updated noise cancellation, among other things. Now available for purchase via the brand’s Amazon storefront, we will dive into the details down below. 

Just after taking a look at its new leather iPhone 16 cases and its black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 band, SANDMARC is back again today with an even more robust and high-end bracelet for your Apple wearable. The brand makes what I consider to be among the most gorgeous titanium bracelet-style bands for Apple Watch Ultra, that includes both the natural titanium and the new black treatment, and it has now released its most robust model to date with the new Grade 5 Titanium Edition – Apple Watch Ultra Band. Plus, we have an exclusive deal for 9to5 readers when you apply code 9TO5TOYS at checkout. 

USB-C hubs have traditionally been functional but forgettable devices with little to no innovation or evolution in their design or utility over the years. UGREEN, however, has found a way to make the mundane USB accessory more interesting by adding a touch of personality and a cheerful face. Its new Uno 6-in-1 USB-C hub — just like the other accessories in its Uno series — offers a playful plugging experience with an LED panel that lights up with a smile when in use. I’ve been using the Uno 6-in-1 as my main hub over the last few weeks and I can finally report on whether this cheap and cheerful gadget is worth the cash.

Much like it did before the July Prime Day event with the new Echo Spot, Amazon is launching a brand new lineup of Fire HD 8 tablets alongside “new generative AI-powered experiences to the Fire tablet family” ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. The new Fire HD 8 tablets now feature 50% RAM more under the hood alongside some additional improvements, and are now available for purchase with a wild 50% launch deal from now through October 9. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new AI features coming to the rest of the lineup. 

Nomad’s 2024 iPhone case collection has once again been one of the more popular options among readers and staffers here at 9to5. Its full-wrap Traditional Leather iPhone 16 case is simply gorgeous, and my favorite so far. But now it’s time to look at something a little bit different, something perhaps for folks that like to live on the edge, confident they won’t bounce the edge of the iPhone 16 on the concrete, and those looking to let their new Apple handset shine in all its glorious titanium beauty…we are hands-on with the new iPhone 16 Nomad Magnetic Leather Back case today.

We have been big fans of the Burton Goods leather accessories, especially the Apple Watch bands and iPad cases, ever since their debut. But the brand has now introduced its latest strap for Apple’s wearables with a new touch of design that combines leather and steel to match both the natural Apple Watch Ultra 2 and the new black model. Best of all, we have an exclusive 20% discount just for 9to5 readers. 

Today we are hands-on with the new Native Union iPhone 16 case collection, and more specifically the (RE) Classic 3.0. In my opinion, the brand has always found a way to stand out amongst the hundreds of case and accessory makers vying for your attention, but it’s now time to see how its latest iteration of the (RE) Classic holds up for iPhone 16 users in the latest entry to our Tested with 9to5Toys series.

Today, Sony is expanding its lineup of lauded audio gear with a pair of new LinkBuds Fit, the LinkBuds Open you see above we have had some early hands-on time with, and the new LinkBuds speaker. The brand has mades waves across the ultra-competitive headphones market with its XM4 and XM5 headphones and wireless earbuds, often times undercutting and, at least for some, outperforming the big-time offerings from Bose, Apple, and others, but today it is focused on the slightly more affordable LinkBuds side of its lineup. Some of the more unique in-ears on the market are getting a refresh for 2024 and are now joined by a new Bluetooth speaker with smart audio hand-off tech as well. 

Last we heard from Bose it debuted its new next-gen QuietComfort buds, but today it is introducing its new Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker. Available exclusively from Bose (at least for the time being), the new SoundLink Home delivers a new, almost retro-inspired look and feel to the brand’s lineup with a $219 price tag. Scope it out down below. 

Pebblebee isn’t an entirely new brand around here, we have featured deals on its new Android trackers and gone hands-on with its gear previously, but today it is introducing the “world’s first item trackers compatible with both Apple Find My and Google Find My Device Networks.” We have seen loads of Apple Find My trackers over the years – Nomad’s Tracking Card with wireless charging remains a favorite of mine – and even some lineups dabbling in both the Apple and Android space, but Pebblebee is looking to separate itself from the pack with its new Universal lineup that plays nice with both of tracking networks. 

Today we are serving up some hands-on impressions of the new Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 wireless earbuds. Complete with active noise cancellation and a charging case that features audio retransmission, the brand is well known for producing some of the better sounding audio gear out there, and it’s time to see if the new Pi8 buds are worth a lofty price of admission in the latest edition of https://9to5toys.com/guides/tested/.

After debuting the new Wolverine V3 Pro controller and BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% gaming keyboard, Razer is back again with another exciting release. It has now debuted Freyja, the “world’s first” HD Haptic Gaming cushion. Yes, this is the same cushion it showcased earlier this year CES. Additionally, Razer has also unleashed the new Kraken V4 Pro gaming headset with haptics, leaving no stone unturned to deliver full-body immersion. Both the Kraken V4 Pro headset and Freyja gaming cushion are now available to buy from Amazon, Best Buy, and Razer’s online store. The headset is priced at $399.99 whereas the cushion will set you back $299.99 shipped. Unsurprisingly, the new gaming cushion seems to be low in stock, at least for now. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Another month is almost here, which means a new wave of LEGO building sets is poised to hit the market as the clock ticks us over into October. We’ve got a bigger lineup of kits hitting the shelves this time around, with a good mix of holiday additions, video game collaborations, popular figures, and more. Today, we’re dropping our monthly rundown so you can brush up and browse before going on a spree to spend to your heart’s content – and there are several here already open for pre-orders too! Head below for a look at all the new LEGO sets releasing in October 2024.

As we have previously detailed, Apple’s new iPhone 16 Camera Control button has drawn a line in sand among case options; either they have a cutout or a proper conductive button cover. There aren’t very many options out there, save for the official Apple and Beats cases, one OtterBox model, the Spigen Ultra Hybrid T we just went hands-on with and a couple others. But we have just spotted another design from Spigen receiving the Camera Control button treatment – the new Spigen Tough Armor T (Ai) MagFit. This case is available with just a cutout with launch deal at under $25, but there is also now a new “T” model with the same button we came away impressed with on the Ultra Hybrid. 

Moment, a brand well known around for delivering iPhoneography and mobile filmmaker gear, is expanding its lineup of accessories with a new pro-grade phone mount. The new Moment SuperCage transforms your iPhone 16 (as well as other smartphones) into more of a pro-grade video camera rig with a few interesting features, like an onboard USB-C hub. Now available for presale with early bird pricing, we’ll dive into more details below. 

Update: Burton Goods has now redesigned the Heritage case with a new 3/4 cutout, completely mitigating the issues I had with the original cutout. You’ll find more details here, and some additional images of the new cutout can be found below. 

Earlier this year Burton Goods made its worldwide debut with a range of absolutely gorgeous leather accessories for your Apple gear. Its leather M2 iPad Air and M4 iPad Pro covers were among the most popular we featured among readers, and now it’s time to go hands-on with the brand’s new Heritage Leather iPhone 16 Case as the latest entry to our venerable Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

We already featured CASETiFY’s new iPhone 16 cases and the modular attachments they support, and just before that it’s special Winnie the Pooh Co-Labs collection, but today it’s all about Groot. The adorable sentient tree being has graced the silver screen as of late in the Guardians of the Galaxy and is now getting its very own CASETiFY collection dubbed, “We are Groot.” Much like we have seen from past official CASETiFY collections, the new Groot lineup consists of a range of specialized designs adorning a range of the brand’s new iPhone 16 case, MacBook sleeves, AirPods covers, and more. Everything is now available for purchase and we will take a closer look at some favorites below. 

Segway has launched its new ZT3 Pro All-Terrain Electric Scooter, the first of the brand’s all-new series of e-scooters tailored for urban and off-road adventure. Now available for pre-order, it’s been upgraded for the U.S. market with a higher speed than its global counterpart, boasting off-road comfortability, safer stability and control, exclusive smart tech, and plenty more to be excited about. Head below to continue learning more about this all-new entry into the e-mobility market and check out the video of it in action.

Update: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital Edition set to go live October 10…here are some links to the listings so you’re ready to go:

• Best Buy: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital
• Walmart: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital
  • Walmart appears as though you’ll need a Walmart+ membership for purchase
• Target: 30th Anniversary PlayStation 5 Digital

PlayStation 5 Pro pre-orders are set to go live starting today. This is the day folks. The day many of us have been waiting for. The day many of us have waiting on for what feels like years now. PlayStation 5 Pro pre-orders will go live today directly from the PlayStation Direct website alongside the 30th Anniversary PS5 gear, including both consoles, the PlayStation Portal handheld, the DualSense Edge, and the special edition DualSense. Stock will almost certainly sell out, and quick, so you’ll want to be ready to go this morning the second the race begins and we are here to help the cause. 

Yeedi is back with a new take on what an all-in-one robot vacuum solution should be. There are loads of options out there, but in my opinion, most of them lack a feature here and there and narrowly miss the mark. In many regards, this model mirrors the ECOVACS DEEBOT T30S Combo that I reviewed back in May with one notable difference that some will love, and others may not. The unit includes the robot vacuum itself, a station for emptying the dust bin, and my favorite bit, a stick vacuum. Continue reading to find out more about the new Yeedi C12 Combo.

Update: The new Meta Quest 3S VR headset now live on Amazon. Pre-order 128GB variant at $299.99 and 256GB at $399.99 shipped, with pre-order price guarantee.

Meta has finally announced its new Quest 3S VR headset, which delivers a lot of the same features as the Quest 3 for a relatively affordable price. The new Meta Quest 3S is now available to pre-order and it starts shipping on October 15. You can pre-order either the 128GB Quest 3S for $299 shipped or the 256GB Quest 3S for $399 shipped from Amazon and Walmart and Meta’s online store. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Spigen unleashed its new iPhone 16 case collection with just about all of the usual models and styles folks familiar with the brand will already know…with one exception. With the introduction of the Camera Control button on iPhone 16, Spigen is now one of only a large handful of options out there that actually have a case that forgoes the cutout in favor of a button cover that is supposed to translate the multi-gesture action through to the phone. But at under $30 Prime shipped the question is, does it?

Samsung has announced its new 990 EVO Plus SSD, an upgraded version of its hybrid storage solution with PCIe 4.0 support and the latest NAND technology. The brand’s new 990 EVO Plus will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities when it goes on sale this Fall at Samsung’s online store and other retailers like Amazon, with the suggested retail price of $109.99 for the 1TB model, $184.99 for the 2TB model, and $344.99 for the 4TB model. Head below for more details and a closer look at this new SSD.

Nomad is one of our favorite Apple gear accessory makers, any 9to5Toys reader already knows this. We just went hands-on with its absolutely gorgeous new Traditional Leather iPhone 16 case in brown (it’s also available in black) and loved it. But the brand has now expanded its latest collection of iPhone 16 cases and Apple Watch bands shortly after the debut of the new handset covers and the reveal of its 2024 Rocky Point band with a new collection of Forest green colorways. Scope them out below.