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After all the fun last week during the May the 4th six-day event, The LEGO Group is giving us a brand new set reveal that is not only massive, but also an official take on one of the most popular fantasy settings. Of course, I’m talking about LEGO’s Icons 11377 The Lord of the Rings: Minas Tirith set, with this unveiling acting as a lighting of the beacons that will surely call to many builders across the realm. Head below to learn more about it, get the rundown on its exclusive GWP, as well as some upcoming events, and see all the photos we’ve collected for you.

After the launch of its new CableStay USB-C cable anchor last month, the folks are touching down again today with the ultra-mini PowerClip power bank. 

Arc’s unique aerospace-grade metal iPhone bumper cases have been making headlines for a few years now. It has since introduced a special brand of functional design to the Samsung Galaxy lineup, Google Pixel Pro devices, and even wrapped your AirPods case in its aluminum frames, but today it is taking its “design-led” accessory approach to your AirTag. 

Robot pool cleaners are becoming more and more common in pools across America, providing autonomous support for their upkeep while giving back time to owners to enjoy the water – plus, they keep that water swim-ready with regular scheduling. What’s more, swimming season is upon us, with many folks starting the process of opening them now that we’re getting more and more consistent warm weather. Some of the most advanced of these pool cleaning robots on the market come from Beatbot, with premium models like the AquaSense Ultra starting up in the $3,000 range, though the brand recently released its Sora 70 Robotic Pool Cleaner to provide more accessible pricing with top-tier features. Of course, I picked one up to help my parents maintain their pool, both of them now in their elderly years, while also dealing with some physical disabilities. Head below to get a full rundown on mine and their experiences in this hands-on review.

Govee is a popular smart lighting brand that tends to have more reasonable pricing, and the brand is launching three new entries into its popular floor lamp series this morning – the Floor Lamp 3 (as well as a Lite variant) and the Lantern Floor Lamp. The former of these two is taking the mantle of Govee’s latest flagship lighting device, with color reproduction powered by LuminBlend+ color management tech, while the former is bringing along a “first-of-its-kind” Halo Gradient lighting experience to a more lantern-focused form factor. There’s also some shared AI-support, as well as Matter support, and automated circadian rhythm scheduling. Head below to get the full rundown on what you can expect.

Update 5/7: This one is likely not going to last for long – the brand new Star Fox game for Switch 2 is seeing a notable $10 pre-order discount at Walmart right now. Go quick. 

Update 5/7: The new Star Fox game for Switch 2 is now up for pre-order at Amazon.

Nintendo just announced a surprise Star Fox Nintendo Direct and it is set to start any minute now! 

Back during the Xbox Partner Preview Showcase we were promised a more in-depth dedicated showcase for SEGA’s upcoming Stranger Than Heaven, and that’s exactly what we are getting today.

How to get YouTube on Switch 2? Is there a YouTube app for Switch 2 yet? Is there any way to watch YouTube on Switch 2? These are some of the questions that have been floating around for folks looking for some YouTube action on the new Nintendo console, and it turns out there is a way to make it happen. 

It’s May the 6th folks, or as some people like to call it Revenge of the 6th, and as such that means it’s the final day to get in on the LEGO May the 4th promotions and deals before it all ends. Until midnight PDT, you can still jump on LEGO’s newest Star Wars release – plus, the accompanying GWP – as well as additional GWPs, Inisider Points rewards, and the many special discounts from LEGO, Amazon, and Walmart. Don’t let the dark side sway you to wait for next year, so head below to get all the deals during this final day in a one-stop shopping hub for all your Star Wars building needs.

Last we heard from Satechi the brand was unleashing its very first 3-in-1 25W MagSafe Charging Stand with the sleek Space Black metal design and the ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger with display, but it isn’t done yet for the season. Today the brand is debuting its all-new precision-milled aluminum DotDisk 80Gbps SSD Enclosure and with a solid 20% discount on the official site using code DOTDISK20 at checkout or on Amazon right now with the on-page coupon. 

ECOVACS is well known for its fleet of robot cleaners and mowers, and today the brand has officially thrown its hat into the pool cleaning ring with the launch of its new ULTRAMARINE P1 robotic pool cleaner that was first revealed at CES 2026. This new affordable pool cleaning solution is finally hitting the market, bringing along the brand’s decades of robotic experience together with designs for more accessible pricing – just in time for the swimming season. Head below to get a full rundown on what you can expect, as well as where to pick one up for your own summer needs.

May the 4th be with you. We are quickly approaching the biggest day in the galaxy as Star Wars Day 2026 is right on the horizon now, and we are already starting to see some early new product launches in celebration. Alongside some leaked details on upcoming LEGO launches, the epic new UCS Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter set, and a life-size iOS/Android-controlled Grogu hovering pram, head below for a closer look before the main event next week.

Best Buy has now announced some changes to its growing paid My Best Buy membership tiers, including a new reward points system for subscribers and a notable price reduction on what was already the most affordable My Best Buy Plus plan. 

Happy Star Wars Day 2026 and May the 4th be with you all. The biggest day in the galaxy has officially arrived and with it we are now tracking a giant Amazon Star Wars sale with hundreds of collectibles, toys, apparel, games, and deep deals on loads of LEGO Star Wars sets, alongside a sizable Walmart Star Wars Day sale with over 1,000 items features and discounts starting from $8.50. Joining the release of the epic new 1:1 scale Ultimate Grogu animatronic figure, we are also getting price drops on Nintendo Switch games from $4, Xbox titles at up to 80% off, iOS and Android Star Wars classics at 60% off, and a whole lot more. All of the deals and new releases from across the galaxy will land in this Star Wars Day hub and you can scope it all out below. 

Mom’s big day is right around the corner, and whoever that person is for you in your life, the clock is ticking to secure them a sweet gift to show your appreciation. We have tried to stray away from the obvious flowers and the like (as much as our moms usually love those) in favor of some more substantial tech, gadgets, and gear to make mom’s summer and beyond a more enjoyable one.

Today we are taking a closer look at one of the latest releases from LG that happened to win “Best Gaming Monitor at CES 2026” earlier this year – the 39-inch UltraGear evo GX9. The pre-order window and bonus extended coverage with LG Premium Care 2-yr plan for $1 offer is quickly closing alongside the brand’s ongoing 40% off sale on previously-released models. 

After another exciting month of new LEGO reveals, we’re officially at one of the buzziest times for builders – brand new LEGO sets hitting the market! Not only do we have a new wave of 19 sets + a LEGO Batman video game officially going onto shelves and online stores alike, but this month’s releases will also coincide with the annual May the 4th LEGO promotions, making things all the sweeter. We’ve curated a list of all the newest releases and GWP sets below, so head on down to see the full spread of new LEGO builds that will surely be filling your free time throughout May 2026.

Update 4/29: This posted has been updated with all of the latest leaks.

In case you somehow missed it, there has been a massive leak over at Nintendo. Somebody is stealing all of the Mushroom Kingdom’s biggest secrets and leaking them all over the internet. As exciting as some of this leaked information is, I almost hope it’s all fake and Nintendo completely surprises everyone over the next few months. 

May the 4th is quickly approaching and in a “galaxy not so far away” Amazon is ready to unveil its all new new limited-edition Star Wars stands for your Echo Dot. The stands on their own are now available for pre-order starting at $39.99 while the same stands bundled with Echo Dot are also live with a nice little launch deal. 

Dbrand has just launched its latest Switch 2 accessory – a ratcheting, articulating Joy-Con holder. The new customizable grip focuses on “the one limitation” in all controller holders – fixed ergonomics. It is available now for $19.95.

Ecovacs, a robot vacuum maker that our sister site 9to5Google covers frequently, has just announced that it is enacting “permanent” price cuts to most of its lineup, and they’re not small either.

Valve’s Steam Controller started making rounds on the internet again earlier today, resurfacing for the first time since it was initially showcased last year, and we now finally have official release date and pricing details. Valve has confirmed that the Steam Controller will launch on May 4 – Star Wars Day – with a $99 price tag. The company added that pricing may vary by region due to distribution costs, import duties or tariffs, and local market conditions. Head below for a closer look at the controller along with additional details.

As the years go on, robots are getting more and more advanced and picking up various tasks across home cleaning, pet care, and lawn mowing, though it is fair to say that there is still room for plenty of growth. While we haven’t quite reached the pinnacle as represented in sci-fi media, we’re certainly getting there rather fast, and Segway’s Navimow X4 series robot lawn mowers are taking the lead as the current leader in the robot mowing race. With my parents in their retirement ages (despite not being able to retire yet), and my mother dealing with spinal disabilities over the last few years, in particular, what better time to test out a premium means to keep both medical accidents from occurring and the HOA off their backs?

May the 4th is quickly approaching and that means we’re in for some LEGO Star Wars deals. It has already unveiled the new UCS Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter set with minifigures alongside 2 GWP sets, but it also appears as though the official upcoming LEGO May the 4th deals have leaked online ahead of the official announcement. 

Gaming’s “worst kept secret” will be officially revealed today when Ubisoft hits the button on today’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Worldwide Reveal Showcase very soon. 

Star Wars Day is quickly approaching and in celebration of May the 4th this year, CASETiFY is launching an all-new collection of Mandalorian and Grogu tech accessories. 

Nintendo announced the release date for the new Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Switch 2 last month. Just after that it revealed that digital copies of the game would be $10 less expensive – much like we just saw with the new Splatoon Raiders – and now it has dropped a new overview trailer with more details on Yoshi’s first solo outing on Switch 2. 

Ubisoft will officially reveal the new Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake today and the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Collector’s Edition has already leaked on Amazon France. 

Earlier this year at CES Pioneer unveiled its all-new SPHERA in-dash CarPlay receiver and multimedia system. Fast forward to spring 2026 and the new premium in-car entertainment and connectivity system is now available for purchase. 

Not all Switch 2 accessories are made equal, some of them look like an actual Piranha Plant that double as a TV docking station for your Switch 2, charges all sorts of joy-Con pairs at the same time, features glow night lighting, and posable arms. 

Update 04/22: Walmart has now listed the new Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller at $84 shipped, which is $6 less than the official price at Microsoft and Amazon. More details about the gamepad in the original post below.

We’re now just a few weeks away from the release of Forza Horizon 6, and Xbox is getting the celebrations started early with a fresh batch of limited edition accessories. You can pre-order the new Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Headset. We already knew these were coming, thanks to some leaks and reports from earlier, but they’re now official, and you can pre-order your unit to be among the first to snag them. There’s even a matching charging dock to go with the new Xbox controller, courtesy of 8BitDo, and the prices for these new accessories start at $34.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Just after the new and much more affordable Amazon Ember Artline frame TVs up for pre-order, today LG is officially announcing pricing on its brand new high-end wireless W6 Wallpaper OLED TV. 

One of the most notable changes to the Xbox ecosystem since the new CEO stepped in is a price cut for both Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, which takes effect today. The new pricing has Game Pass Ultimate dropping from $29.99 to $22.99 per month, while PC Game Pass falls to $13.99, down from $16.49. The rest of the Game Pass lineup isn’t seeing any adjustments, so those tiers remain at the same rates introduced after Microsoft’s price increase last October. Head below for more details.

This morning Nintendo officially revealed the summer release date for the single-player Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 game. Pre-orders are now live on the Nintendo Store, but, perhaps even better is the price – it looks like digital Switch 2 games will indeed be less expensive than physical boxed copies as we suspected. 

Just after the release of its new Space Black metal 25W Qi2 MagSafe charging stand, Satechi is expanding its 2026 desktop presence with the new ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger today. It is now available for purchase at Amazon and directly from Satechi. 

Nintendo has just confirmed the Splatoon Raiders release date. This is the next in the long line of Nintendo leaks and rumors to come true – it releases this summer.

Just as we expected and just as the leakers leaked, the official Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Worldwide Reveal Showcase will wash ashore this week. 

An Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake is inbound, and very soon. For me personally, it is the earlier AC games that deliver the nostalgia and fondest memories, but for many, Black Flag really hit the sweet spot and Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced is purportedly set for release this summer. 

Earlier this week, Xbox promised a dedicated first-look showcase for the new Metro 2039, and has followed through. Today’s broadcast is about to go live and it’s all waiting for you below. 

This year has been an eventful one for Pokémon Trainers already. The reveal of the mainline Gen 10 games, remakes, LEGO sets, and much more have already made headlines, but the 30th anniversary celebration isn’t over yet. Target just announced a giant new anniversary Pokémon collection loaded with toys, apparel, and more. 

Will Sony reveal a new, proper God of War game this year? It sure sounds like it will and some new leaks and rumors have surfaced suggesting the setting more details. 

We’re halfway through April, which means Star Wars fans are buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming annual May the 4th event, particularly LEGO builders. Not only did we just get an official reveal of the latest UCS Star Wars set with two GWP that are hitting the market ahead of the day, but the LEGO Group is also gearing up for a live preview of what you can expect that will be happening in just a few hours.

After last week’s unveiling of six new LEGO One Piece sets, the LEGO Group is back this week, revealing its newest Star Wars themed set from The Mandalorian that will also have a dedicated GWP joining it during the initial launch, coinciding with the annual May the 4th event, which will also have an additional GWP, too. What’s more, this new build is coming as the first UCS set of 2026, likely making it the centerpiece for LEGO’s upcoming Star Wars event next month. We’ve gathered up all the information on this new build below and the two GWPs, alongside plenty of pictures, so head down to check it out ahead of its upcoming release.

Earlier this year, Amazon got in on the CES action with the reveal of its all-new Ember Artline lifestyle TV. Today, the new frame-style display with Fire TV is going up for pre-order in both sizes.

Dell offers plenty of gaming monitors under its Alienware lineup, but the new model we’re looking at today stands out as one of the most affordable QD-OLED options available. The brand has just unleashed new the 27-inch AW2726DM model, featuring a fast 240Hz QD-OLED panel, and it’s now available for $349.99 shipped. That makes it the most budget-friendly QD-OLED display currently in Alienware’s catalog, putting it in direct competition with other entry-level QD-OLED monitors on the market. Head below for a closer look and additional details.

Burton Goods makes some of the nicest leather iPad cases you’ll find anywhere if you ask me. They aren’t cheap, but they are also far less pricey some of the equally as premium leather sheaths for Apple’s iPad Pro out there. Today, the brand has unleashed a new Limited Edition: Magnetic Leather Case for M4/M5 iPad Pro models and we have a nice 20% off using code BG20 at checkout too. 

Twelve South is launching the latest edition to its lineup of tech accessories today with the new CableStay. Following releases like the PowerBug and PowerCord, the CableStay takes a simple and yet practical approach to organizing your setup, offering a decor-friendly way to keep cables in place. 

In 2024, I began my journey into the world of self-cleaning litter boxes after spending the previous year doing heavy research into the seemingly endless array of brands/models that have flooded the market. At the end of this period, it was Whisker that came out on top, with my partner and me pulling the trigger on buying the Litter-Robot 3 Connect, which happened to be the brand’s first model to include app-based controls. I have since upgraded to the Litter-Robot 4 with the Litter-Hopper attachment, and now, in 2026, I’ve made another upgrade to the newest Litter-Robot 5 Pro (which came out alongside the EVO and standard 5 variations). Head below to get a full in-depth rundown on what you can expect with Whisker’s latest generation of the safest and most popular self-cleaning litter boxes on the market.