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While we are still tracking Amazon low pricing on the standard black set, today SteelSeries is introducing its new special-edition Arctis Nova white collection headsets. The existing Arctis Nova is a relatively popular option around here and now SteelSeries is offering gamers, specifically console gamers, an all-white option alongside some interchangeable metallic speaker plates and headband colorways. Now available for purchase in both Xbox and PlayStation variants, you can get more details down below the fold. 

Update: The first notable deal and a new Amazon low is now live on the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller at $51.99 (Reg. $75). 

After launching its new smokey blue wireless LE Stormcloud Vapor model last month, Microsoft took to the official Xbox Wire today to announce the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller. The latest colorway, unlike that special edition Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles model that actually smells like pizza, will be readily available to all. In fact, pre-orders for the new Astral Purple Xbox Wireless Controller are now live on Amazon and directly from Microsoft ahead of the official launch next month. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Update: The new Smartish iPhone 15 cases will be available for purchase later today after the Apple keynote event.

The new Smartish iPhone 15 case collection is now ready to be unveiled. Much like year’s past, the brand is upgrading its most popular models, including the MagSafe Gripmunk, Gripzilla, and Wallet Slayer variants with built-in card storage, for Apple’s latest handsets. The brand separates itself from the others with some interesting form-factors, adding extra grippy sides with finger grooves alongside some interesting patterns and designs. Joining the iPhone 15 case collection, this year it is also introducing a brand new Side Hustle Vegan Leather MagSafe wallet to the mix as well. Head below for a closer look at the new Smartish iPhone 15 case collection.

Last Friday, we got a first look at the new LEGO UCS Venator. Today, those blurry photos are being supplemented with an official look at the latest Ultimate Collectors Series set from the Star Wars universe. So go admire the largest kit of the year from a galaxy far, far away below the fold.

Well, I can’t say I saw this coming, but the new Xbox credit card is here. Taking to the official Xbox Wire today, Microsoft has announced a partnership with Barclays on a new Xbox credit card where users can earn points on daily purchases to use towards games and add-ons from Xbox.com. It will be available for Xbox Insiders later this month and all Xbox players sometime in 2024. Head below for more details on the new Xbox credit card. 

One of last year’s biggest gaming collaborations had the folks over at ASUS ROG teaming up with Studio Kara to launch a collection of Evangelion-themed battlestation upgrades. The purple and green accessories are now getting some new additions to the lineup, as the two companies join forces again to debut a new series of ASUS ROG Evangelion PC components.

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• Apple’s Magic Keyboard for 11-inch M2 iPad Pro now down to $210 (Open-box, Orig. $299)
• UGREEN’s new 10,000mAh MagSafe Power Bank back in stock just in time for iPhone 15 at $49
• TicWatch’s new Pro 5 Wear OS Smartwatch offers multi-day battery for $297.50 (Reg. $350)

We’ve been waiting for an official look at the final LEGO Star Wars set of 2023, and tonight it is finally here. The LEGO UCS Venator (75367) won’t be releasing until sometime in October, but now we have a first look at what the year’s largest kit from a galaxy far, far away looks like.

We finally have our first look at the new LEGO 2023 Winter Village set. Coming next month, the LEGO Group will be back with the latest installment in its annual Christmas collection. Arriving as the 14th release in the festive lineup, the new LEGO Winter Lodge (10325) will be debuting next month.

Earlier this summer, Denon launched some of its very first earbuds with the new PerL series. Pathing a way for itself in an already-crowded market, I’ve been using the new Denon PerL Pro for the past month and can certainly say that there’s enough here to stand out from the pack. The only problem is, all of the personalized listening and ANC tech will cost you a pretty penny at $349.

Just after Nintendo unveiled the new Mario Red OLED model and this year’s Mario Kart 8 holiday bundle, we have now spotted a new PowerA Nintendo Switch sling pack. The new crossbody bag for Nintendo Switch is designed to provide a series of different carrying options with various attachment points for the included strap alongside more than enough space for additional accessories and other elements of your EDC, so you don’t need to have a separate bag to carry your Switch case in. Now available for purchase at $25 ahead of launch next week, you can get a closer look down below. 

It’s time to take a closer look at the new Aer City MacBook Tote bag that launched for the first time a couple weeks ago. It came alongside the brand’s new Dopp Kit 3 and just after we reviewed its Travel Pack 3 as the latest addition to the brand’s City collection. Designed as an all-in-one universal tote bag, it cradles your MacBook and iPad alongside whatever else you might need to lug around or pick up while running errands. While I was a big fan of its Day Sling 3 – it quickly landed in our roundup of the best sling packs out there – it’s time to put the new City MacBook Tote bag through its paces for review as part of the latest Tested with 9to5Toys feature. 

Razer has now unleashed the latest edition to its “award-winning” BlackShark headset line with the new Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Headset. Razer’s new gaming headset is looking to deliver an esports-grade audio solution with a new ultra-lightweight design – the lightest in the lineup yet – alongside an improved fit, and the brand’s “industry-leading” HyperSpeed Wireless Technology. The new Razer BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Headset is now available for purchase, and you can get all of the details you need down below. 

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• Save up to $349 on Apple’s 12.9- and 11-inch M1 iPad Pro starting at $660 (2023 lows)
• Eve’s new Flare portable HomeKit light with Thread sees first discount to $85
• Beats Studio Buds+ fall to $100 all-time lows in like-new condition (Reg. $170)

Polaroid today is out with not only its latest instant camera but also its most expensive. The new Polaroid I-2 is looking to change the instant photography game with an eye-watering $600 price tag that packs LiDAR-backed autofocus, manual controls, and a 98mm lens.

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• Apple’s latest 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro now $300 off at new all-time low of $1,699
• Belkin’s original 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand now $94.50 (Reg. $150)
• Rare discount brings Google’s new 2nd Gen Pixel Stand charger to your Pixel 7/Pro at $70

After years of consistently being one of the top mice that pros and hardcore gamers recommend, Logitech has finally released the G Pro X Superlight 2. While, visually, it’s nearly identical to the first generation, there are plenty of upgrades under the hood. Is it worth an upgrade for the $160 price point? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details.

Wrapping up our review of the LEGO Star Wars September wave, today we’re taking a hands-on look at the new Coruscant Guard Gunship. This just-released set takes a classic Star Wars vehicle and gives it a unique color scheme complete with five new minifigures – all in a package with just a few too many compromises.

The new Logitech Pebble 2 gear has arrived. Logitech’s Pebble peripherals deliver affordable and colorful solutions for a multitude of different users, and today it is introducing the next-generation of the lineup. The new Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s and Pebble Keys 2 K380s once again deliver inexpensive accessories for users across multiple platforms, and now with even more environmentally-friendly builds and a few bonus features to enhance the experience. Both the new mouse and keyboard are now available for pre-order ahead of release later this month starting from $30 and you can get more details down below. 

GoPro today is out with its latest action camera, the new HERO 12 Black. Arriving with the same form-factor as previous models, the brand’s latest steps up to deliver twice the runtime thanks to a new Enduro battery, alongside 5.3K recording, HyperSmooth 6.0, and other upgrades.

Nintendo has now revealed the next additions to its Switch Online Game library and this time they are landing in the NES, SNES, and GameBoy Color collections. Last time around, we saw the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Stadium 2, with Zelda Oracle of Ages and Oracle of Seasons before that, but this time it’s all about some Kirby stacking action and previously Japan-only titles. Head below for a closer look. 

Ultimate Ears today is launching its latest portable Bluetooth speaker. Meet the new Ultimate Ears EPICBOOM. Arriving as one of the company’s larger portable speakers, the upcoming release still packs its signature fabric design, waterproof build, and one-tap Magic Button. But new this time around is a more capable speaker array and adaptive EQ tech.

UGREEN today is launching it most capable USB-C GaN charger to date. Arriving with 300W of power, the new UGREEN Nexode offering packs five ports and has far more powerful than any other GaN wall charger on the market. Plus, it debuts with a $70 off launch discount.

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• Apple’s refreshed M2 Max Mac Studio falls to new all-time low at $200 off
• Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 5 foldables fall to new all-time lows from $1,500 (Save $300)
• Philips Hue smart lights, lamps, sync boxes, and more start from $15 in rare Woot refurb sale

Check out this sweet new The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom glow in the dark Switch case. After catching a glimpse of the brand’s new Nemesis solar-power Xbox media remote and the officially licensed new REALMz Sonic accessories with the suspended 3D figurine floating in the controller grip and headset earcup, it’s now time for PDP’s latest Zelda add-on. While there are a million different Nintendo Switch on-the-go cases out there to protect your precious Nintendo console while out and about, not many of them feature a glowing Zonai hieroglyph like the new PDP Travel Case Plus GLOW. Now available for pre-order, you can catch a better look down below. 

Last year, Philips Hue launches its first-ever Christmas lights. Selling out before December even rolled around, the company is now back to relaunch the collection why expanding its available options. Now available for purchase starting at $120, there are three lengths to go alongside an updated design ready for both indoor and outdoor usage.

Update: Reports also suggest Nintendo will be releasing a pair of Nintendo Switch Lite Animal Crossing New Horizons bundles on October 6, 2023 that include a digital copy of the game. The Isabelle Aloha Edition and Timmy & Tommy Aloha Edition bundles will be Target and Walmart exclusives. 

After the exciting unveil of the brand new Mario Red OLED version Nintendo Switch console, Nintendo has now unveiled this year’s Switch holiday bundle and it appears to be the same old thing. For the last number of years, Nintendo has launched a limited edition Switch console bundle in celebration of the end-of-year holidays and it is always the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe offering. This morning it took to its official Twitter feed to seemingly announce this year’s Switch holiday bundle and it will, at least as it appears right now, will be that same Mario Kart 8 offering. Head below for more details. 

Once again, Logitech is shaking up the pro gaming world with two new releases – the G Pro X Superlight 2 mouse and the Pro X TKL keyboard. With the latest sensor and new hybrid switches, the Superlight 2 is looking like a no-brainer for pro gamers. Completely redesigned, the Pro X TKL also has new thoughtful features. Head below for more details on these new releases and check back for a full review coming up later this week. 

We’re now taking a look at the third new LEGO Star Wars set that debuted in September. Joining the two other Ashoka kits we’ve already taken a look at is a set themed around the titular character herself. The new LEGO Ahsoka Tano T-6 Jedi Shuttle arrives with a notable color scheme and even better figures, but it falls flat in a few key areas.

Labor Day has officially arrived to close out the holiday weekend as summer begins fading into fall. The savings have already been going live for the last week, and now we’re rounding up the best of the best into a single place. Spanning every product category and delivering some of the best prices of the year, below you’ll find all of the best Labor Day deals on tech, home goods, fashion, and more.

In our quest to review all of the new LEGO Star Wars sets for September 2023, today we’re taking a hands-on look at the just-released New Republic E-Wing vs. Shin Hati’s Starfighter. This kit may have a mouthful of a name, but stacks up to deliver a pair of very unique starfighters that are frankly a treat in the current Star Wars lineup.

The LEGO Group today is out with a new collection of sets for September 1, and we’re diving in to take a look at what the latest from the Star Wars collection has to offer. Starting off, today we’re taking a hands-on look at how the new LEGO Ghost and Phantom II stacks up and if it’s worth your $160.

The new iRig HD X guitar interface as arrived. IK Multimedia has been unleashing recording interfaces specifically for guitar players using Mac, iPhone, iPad, and PC for years, and its new portable flagship model has arrived in the form of the iRig HD X. A follow-up to the previously-released iRig HD 2 guitar audio interface, the new HD X amps things up a notch with enhanced specs and an upgraded feature set. The new guitar player-focused I/O box is now available for purchase, and you can get a complete breakdown of what to expect down below. 

Now joining its ongoing holiday price drops, Journey is ready to unveil its latest iPhone car accessories. The new EXPRESS Wireless MagSafe Car Mount Charger comes alongside the launch of its PULSE 20 USB-C Car Charger and more powerful 60W PULSE 60 2-Port USB-C Car Charger as the latest entries in the brand’s on-road Apple gear accessories. These new releases are also eligible for the ongoing holiday 20% price drop, and you’ll find details on everything waiting for you down below. 

After seeing the debut of its new 100W GaN charing station yesterday, we spotted an adorable new UGREEN Nexode RobotGaN Charger you have to check out. It might not be the most powerful option out there, but the 30W output is more than capable and it looks like the cutest little robot you ever did see. You’re essentially looking at a typical 30W USB-C wall charger, but this one has removable shoes and a built-in LED display ready to charge up your kit in a particularly playful manner. Now available in two colorways via the official Amazon storefront, head below for more details and a closer look at the new UGREEN RobotGaN Charger. 

ZAGG today at IFA 2023 has announced a roadmap for its upcoming collection of chargers. Starting to release later this fall, ZAGG is readying its charging lineup for the new iPhone 15 and the next generation of Android chargers with its first series of mophie Qi2 chargers. Arriving with four new MagSafe offerings, three of the new accessories arrive with full 15W charging speeds in tow.

The August wave has come and gone, but the LEGO Group is keeping up the summer wave action with a new collection of kits for September. With new LEGO creations from Star Wars and Ahsoka leading the way, you’ll also find all-new models celebrating the 100th anniversary of Disney animation, as well as new collectible Marvel minifigures, the latest from LEGO Ideas, and more.

UGREEN today is expanding its lineup of Nexode chargers with its most versatile offering yet. Not just a USB-C GaN wall adapter and not just a MagSafe charger, the new 100W power station is able to refuel four devices at once from its mix of USB-C ports and a 15W magnetic charging pad up top.

Update: Pre-orders for the new Mario Red Edition Nintendo OLED console are now live on Amazon. 

The brand new Mario Red Edition Switch OLED console is now up for pre-order! This morning Nintendo broadcasted its latest Direct presentation, this time solely focused on the upcoming Super Mario Bros. Wonder. But at the tail end of the stream, it also unveiled its next big iteration of the OLED SWitch console known as the Mario Red edition and pre-orders are now live on Best Buy at $349.99 shipped ahead of its official launch on October 6, 2023. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

A new PDP Xbox media remote has surfaced known as the Nemesis. Looking to upgrade folks from its battery-powered models and give the popular options from other brands, like the 8Bitdo Media Remote that’s currently on sale, a run for their money, the new PDP Nemesis Xbox remote transforms your Microsoft console into a proper media station with a few interesting tricks up its sleeve. Set for release in a couple month’s time, pre-orders are now live on Amazon and you can get a better look down below. 

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• Apple Watch Series 8 lands at second-best prices from $310 (Reg. $399+)
• Save $49 on the latest AirPods Pro 2 at $200 before Apple switches to USB-C (Second-best)
• Anker’s new Prime 20,000mAh Power Bank with 200W output hits $110 (New low)

Straight off the show floor in Berlin from IFA 2023, smart robotic spool cleaning brand Aiper is introducing “its first-ever cordless robotic pool skimmer.” The new smartphone-controlled smart pool cleaner, official known as the Surfer S1, is looking to be rid of those annoying long-pole manual skimmer nets so you can sit back and enjoy the sunshine without the chores. The solar panel-equipped bot joins the brand’s award-winning Seagull Series of underwater cordless robotic pool cleaners at IFA this year, and you can get more details down below.