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If you’re looking for the most powerful 14-inch laptop to take on-the-go for work and play, then the all-new Razer Blade 14 is sure to impress. Leveraging the Ryzen 9 7940HS processor and either the RTX 4060 or 4070 graphics card, you’ll find this laptop has a lot of functions and is a solid contender for your portable gaming and work setup. It also has some other nice features, like dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, a 14-inch 16:10 1440p 240Hz display, and even user-upgradable RAM should you need more than the stock 16GB it comes with. Head below the fold for all the details on the latest Razer Blade 14 including pricing and availability.

Anker today is showcasing its latest pair of earbuds. The new Soundcore Liberty 4 NC won’t be hitting store shelves until the end of the month, but are arriving with as compelling of a feature set as you’ll find at the $100 price point. ANC makes the cut alongside 60-hour battery life and a nifty new charging case that comes in one of five colors.

After rolling out its new PlayStation Plus system over the last year or so, it looks like PS5 cloud gaming is on the way in a major way. While Sony has always seemed as though it was playing catch-up with Xbox Live/Game Pass, and in many ways it has, its PlayStation Plus initiative is making a valiant attempt at bridging the gap for its player base. Today, alongside details on the next batch of titles coming to its streaming catalog for members and 10 days of activities for the community, Sony is announcing that it is now testing out cloud streaming for supported PS5 games. More details below. 

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• Apple’s all-new 15-inch M2 MacBook Air arrives with $65 launch discounts from $1,234
• Apple’s 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro now runs Final Cut Pro with $99+ discounts from $1,000
• Belkin’s 3-in-1 MagSafe Pad with Apple Watch Fast Charger hits $121 Amazon low

Journey is debuting its brand-new vegan leather MagSafe wallet today. Officially known as the EZMO MagSafe Wallet and Phone Stand, this is the brand’s first foray into the iPhone card holder accessory space. It is, however, no stranger to vegan leather Apple gear accessories and MagSafe chargers – we were big fans of its 3-in-1 MagSafe Stand and modular Apple Watch charger after going hands-on and have featured its leather iPhone 14 cases with machined metal buttons and AirPods cases several times now. Today the brand is taking that know-how to deliver the new Ezmo wallet for iPhone 12, 13, and 14 users (it will also work on Android, more on that below), and, best of all, you can land one at 20% off. Hit the jump for a closer look and more details. 

Today, we’re getting a first look at an upcoming LEGO Icons set. In what is the latest remake of a classic kit from the 1980s, the new LEGO Eldorado Fortress will be arriving with five times the bricks as the original model from 34 years ago.

Jackery today is introducing a new lineup of portable power stations deemed the Explorer Plus series. The first model to hit the scene is the new Explorer 2000 Plus, which makes some notable improvements in order to be one of the brand’s most capable releases to date for tapping into some power while camping or just at home during outages. As Jackery’s first LFP power station, the new Explorer 2000 Plus packs a 2kWh capacity, 3,000W output, and modular design.

Last fall, the LEGO Group launched one of its more questional creations to date with the over 4,000-piece Marvel Hulkbuster. Even with some sizable discounts attached over the past few months, this has still failed to take off in any real way with MCU fans and LEGO collectors alike. That is until a builder has stepped in to offer an alternative build that’s far better than the original kit LEGO shipped.

Satechi this week is launching the latest addition to its stable of workstation gadgets, giving Mac owners another way to interface with all of their favorite peripherals. The new Triple 4K Docking Station arrives with the ability to drive three monitors at once, turning your MacBook Air into more of a desktop-worthy machine with 100W pass-through charging and some additional I/O.

IK expanded its AmpliTube amp and guitar tone creation ecosystem earlier this year with the Tonex Pedal. A hardware multi-FX stomp box unit made to allow guitar players and sound designers to load up and design their own amp and tone rigs onto a stage- and studio-ready unit, it also doubles as an audio interface for recording and is backed up by thousands of premade amps patches. We have had a chance to crank this thing up to 11 over the past few weeks, and it’s time to break down the experience for folks interested in this sort of hybrid guitar sound design experience as part of the latest entry to our Tested with 9to5Toys series.

Over the weekend during the Xbox Games Showcase, we got more information about Cities: Skylines II, including an official release date, pricing, and also a preview of some features we can expect to see in-game. Most notably, there’s been a complete overhaul of several key game aspects including refreshed road-building mechanics (native grid construction, anyone?), new zoning abilities, and much more. Cities: Skylines II launches October 24 on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. I’m excited about this launch, so head below as I unpack everything we know about the upcoming Cities: Skylines II in out trailer deep dive below.

Dreametech is a fast-growing brand in the smart home cleaning game and it has just launched its latest intelligent cleaning robots. With enhancements across the board, the new D10s Plus features AI-powered navigation, advanced mapping, and powerful suction power, all at a price far lower than just about all of the competition. In fact, in many case they are delivering some of the most impressive specs by comparison to any cleaning bot under $550 and, best of all, with our exclusive code they are now up to $110 off the going rate to deliver the lowest price ever offered on the latest model. Head below for more details and our exclusive launch discount code. 

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• AirPods Max didn’t get the WWDC refresh everyone hoped, now $99 off on Amazon at $450
• Belkin’s iPhone 14 MagSafe Mount complements Continuity Camera for Mac and Apple TV at $25
• ESR’s MagSafe power bank doubles as a wallet and stand at $50 low (Save $16)

Following the Summer Game Fest showcase last week as well as this past weekend’s Xbox and Starfield events, the summer gaming bonanza continues with this afternoon’s Capcom show. While much of the major unveils are now behind us, there’s still more to come from the publisher behind the Resident Evil, Mega Man, and Street Fighter franchises. Capcom has made a splash over the last few years with some of the better remakes in recent years – RE 2 and 3 alongside the beloved fourth entry in the series that’s now out in the wild, not to mention the latest release in the iconic Street Fighter series. But we are now about to see the future of Capcom’s lineup. Head below for more details and to watch today’s showcase digital event. 

After seeing Microsoft take the stage yesterday for its Summer Games Showcase, Ubisoft is back today for an event of its own. Revealing a collection of new titles, Ubisoft Forward arrives with better looks at the latest from Assassin’s Creed, an all-new Avatar game, and more.

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• Apple’s all-new 15-inch M2 MacBook Air arrives tomorrow, save $49 ahead of time
• Save $50 on every Apple Watch Ultra style on Amazon at $749
• Apple’s official MagSafe Power Bank sees second discount of the year to $84

Lockly debuted its new ‘first of its kind’ smart safe at CES 2023. The sensor-packed home safe is loaded with high-tech features, from remote access to a biometric fingerprint scanner and an ultra-secure digital keypad, as well as a particularly heavy-duty build. We have had a chance to give it a run for its money over the past few weeks ahead of this month’s official launch and you can get a full breakdown of what to expect in our hands-on review of the new Lockly smart safe down below.

Samsung today is officially launching the world’s first 49-inch OLED gaming monitor with the new Odyssey OLED G9. Arriving with a launch discount attached, we got to spend some hands-on time with the new display to see just how it stacks up.

Earlier today, Microsoft showed gamers what’s on tap this year in its third annual Xbox Summer Games Showcase, and now the company is back to give us a deeper look at one of its hit upcoming titles from the Bethesda stable. Starfield has easily been one of the most anticipated games of all-time, and the studio just spent the last 45 minutes showing off everything from gameplay, characters, story elements, UI, and more.

Update: The Seagate special edition Starfield 8TB Game Hub and 2TB Game Drive are now available on Amazon at $229.99 and $109.99 shipped, respectively. They will begin shipping on September 6, 2023. Details below.  

Immediately following today’s Xbox Games Showcase, Bethesda’s first new game universe in 25-years was on full display and Seagate has now unveiled its new special edition Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub for Xbox. Following in line with the previously available Halo models and even these sweet Star Wars and Spider-Man variants featuring painterly renderings and matching LED glow lighting, Seagate is now teaming up with the folks at Bethesda to launch new drives “commemorating the explorers from Constellation.” Head below for more details on the new Seagate Starfield Game Drive and Game Hub. 

Microsoft today takes to the virtual stage for its third annual Xbox Summer Games Showcase. The 2023 event arrives to once again fill the void left by E3, delivering 90 minutes of content on all-new games, updates on long-awaited titles, and much more. Head below for all of the details on the latest titles coming to Xbox Series X/S, PC, Game Pass, and more including trailers, release dates, and so much other info.

Kenny Flowers has a new golf collection for summer with bold and fun prints that will have you standing out on the course and beyond. Kenny Flowers wants you to be able to go from bunker-to-beach, fairway-to-fiesta attire for you to hit your groove in. Inside this collection you can find golf sets, polos, exercise dresses, and more. Plus, there are styles for the entire family to enjoy including your kids. Pricing starts at $29 and all of the fabric features UPF 40+ sun protection, anti-odor properties, and moisture-wicking material that’s quick-drying, anti-microbial, and wrinkle-resistant. Be sure to find all of our top picks below and you will want to check out the Lily Pulitzer x Southern Tide collection here as well.

Several years ago now, Logitech announced that it had purchased the popular audio/microphone company Blue, and it began to integrate the tech throughout some of its product lines. Fast forward five years, and we now have news that Blue is going away as a brand and is being folded into the Logitech G product lineup. In addition to that, ASTRO Gaming will be coming under the Logitech G brand as well, though it’ll stay its own namesake for now. There’s a lot more that the team unpacked in a recent Reddit thread, so head below to find out all the changes coming to Logitech’s product lineup this year.

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• Score a single Apple AirTag with AR precision finding at 2023 low of $25 (Reg. $29)
• Beats Fit Pro come in nine different colors at $160 (Reg. $200), more in Beats summer sale
• Twelve South’s HiRise 3 provides a home for iPhone 14, Apple Watch, and AirPods at $75

First unveiled at CES 2023 earlier this year, it’s time to take a closer look at the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock – the “first full-featured Thunderbolt dock with a built-in power adapter.” OWC is one of the better Apple gear accessory brands out there, from docks and hubs to memory solutions, portable storage, and more. Much of its gear borders on enterprise-grade quality that carries over to its consumer and prosumer lines in the best way possible. Just about every piece of kit from the brand I have got my hands on over the years has impressed me in terms of overall build quality and performance, and the Thunderbolt Go Dock is no exception. But now, after getting a few weeks to put it through its paces, let’s dive in and take a closer look to see if it’s right for your setup. Head below for our hands-on review of the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock as part of the latest entry in the Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

Today, the LEGO Group is launching its latest double VIP points promotion on its entire catalog of sets. Marking only the second one of these offers of the year, today’s sale lets you score double the cash back on all-new creations, massive models, and builds that just rarely go on sale. Head below for all the details on the new LEGO double points promotion and some of our top picks for getting the most out of the savings event.

Update: Pre-orders for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Collector’s Edition are scheduled to go live at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET via PlayStation Direct.

At today’s Summer Game Fest, Insomniac officially unveiled the October 20, 2023 release date for the highly-anticipated Spider-Man 2 and it can’t come fast enough! Sony delivered an epic gameplay demo of the game at its PlayStation summer showcase and we now have details on pre-order kick-off dates, all of the details you need on the pre-order bonuses, the Spider-Man 2 collector’s edition, and much more. Head below for all of the details. 

This big-time Summer Game Fest showcase is kicking off shortly! Sony started of the summer of gaming with a notably epic PlayStation Showcase featuring the Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater remake, Alan Wake II, Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay, Dragon’s Dogma II, and much more, but it’s now time for Geoff Keighley’s massive event. And if last year’s show is any indication, we are in for a real treat. It will likely be much longer than Sony’s, completely platform-agnostic, and will almost certainly be loaded with both world premieres and gameplay debuts for some of gaming’s biggest upcoming titles. Head below to follow along with today Summer Game Fest showcase. 

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• Apple’s new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro falls to its best price yet at $1,749 (Save $250)
• Apple’s latest 10.2-inch iPad lands at $270 (Up to $80 off)
• Aqara’s just-released HomeKit Smart Lock U100 with Home Key sees first discount to $161

The Cloud line of gaming headsets from HyperX has been a go-to for many gamers. An emphasis on a simple design that is comfortable and has clear audio makes them a great choice. Now, there is a new option – the HyperX Cloud III. With new drivers, a slight redesign, and a new microphone, how does this universal wired headset perform for the $100 price point? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Hot on the heels of No Man’s Sky being released on macOS, there’s another update incoming. This time, instead of introducing an all-new platform, the team is bringing us Expedition Ten: Singularity. Launching simultaneously on all platforms, including macOS, this expedition will bring your pilgrimage into a harmonic camp in a narrative-heavy journey, forming the second chapter that began with Interceptor earlier this year. Traveler, are you ready to embark on Singularity? Head below to find out all the unlockables available as well as the time frame you have to complete it in.

Nintendo Live is now officially set to kick at the Seattle Convention Center from September 1 through to September 4, 2023. And to celebrate, Nintendo has now launched a new lineup of merchandise alongside giving gamers a chance to win free tickets to the event from now through later this month. Head below for a closer look at the new Nintendo merch (pre-orders are now live and you might want to jump in while you still can). 

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• Apple’s 13-inch M2 MacBook Air lands at best price of the year with $100 discount to $999
• Samsung’s Galaxy S23+/Ultra now start at $825 all-time lows via Amazon (Reg. $1,000+)
• Belkin’s original 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charging stand hits $109 Amazon low (Reg. $150)

Late last year, the LEGO Ideas team announced that we’d be seeing an iconic locomotive getting the brick-built treatment in the near future. Today, confirmation of when we’re going to see the Ideas Orient Express hit store shelves has arrived, as 9to5Toys can now share what to expect from the latest fan-inspired creation that’s launching in November.

Pad & Quill creates some of the nicest and well-made leather carriers, MacBook backpacks, and accessories out there. All coming straight from its design and manufacturing house in Minneapolis, USA, the handmade goods deliver serious staying power (I have a backpack from the brand that has been going strong for nearly a decade now – it just keeps looking better and better over time), and it is now relaunching its wonderful Gladstone collection. Consisting of everything from weekender bags and briefs to backpacks and even the re-introduction of its leather padfolio, the brand is now offering up some seriously notable pre-launch discounts so you can secure one at well below the regular price. More details below.

If you’ve not heard of GEEKOM, they’re a company that makes compact desktops in partnership with some of gaming’s biggest manufacturers. This time around, GEEKOM’s latest compact desktops were made in partnership with ASUS, bringing AMD’s Ryzen 5000 and 6000 processors to market. The most powerful of the two, the AS 6, hast the most features as well, with dual M.2 NVMe drives, DDR5 RAM, and more, all powered by the Ryzen 9 6900HX processor. Ready to find out more about these user-upgradable mini PCs? Head below the fold where we unpack all the details to help you make the best decision for your compact setup.

At the beginning of the year, Satechi launched its new Pro Hub Slim, a more compact version of its USB-C expansions for Mac. A slimmed-down version of the original models, the new Satechi Pro Slim Hub arrives with much of the expected premium build, matching Apple finishes, and USB 4 interface with seven ports in order to deliver a compelling option right before the 15-inch MacBook Air ships.

Earlier this year at CES, Samsung took to the showcase to reveal its latest OLED G9 monitor. Bringing vibrant colors and added contrast to your battle station, the new curved 49-inch display will be arriving this summer. Ahead of time, you can reserve the upcoming monitor to lock in pre-order savings and score Samsung’s latest for less.

SANDMARC is back again today to expand its lineup of iPhone lens attachments, but this time focusing on filmmakers. Last time around it launched its new 100mm Macro photography lens to enhance your summer photography game with a more “natural, organic look,” and this time around it is looking to deliver a filmic ultra-wide aspect ratio to your iPhone videos. Head below for a closer look, moire details on the new SANDMARC Anamorphic 1.55x iPhone Lens, and an exclusive launch price just for 9to5Toys readers. 

The new WD_BLACK SN850P NVMe SSD for PS5 lands today. Following the official launch of its Xbox Expansion Cards, WD is also announcing its latest solution for PlayStation 5 owners. Under its WD_BLACK moniker, it is now ready to unveil its next-generation, officially licensed internal SSD solutions for Sony’s flagship consoles known as the SN850P NVMe SSD for PS5. With enhancements across the board over the previously-available SN850, the latest iterations are now available for purchase with all of the details waiting for you below. 

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• Apple Watch SE 2 all-time lows return just in time for summer from $219 (Reg. $249+)
• OnePlus 11 5G sees second-ever cash discount to $700 with $100 off 256GB model
• Extra 15% off Philips Hue sale live with HomeKit bundles, color bulbs, filament lights, more

Update: Pre-orders on the new WD_BLACK 1TB C50 Expansion Card for Xbox are now live on Amazon at $149.99 shipped. Officially releases on July 7, 2023. 

The new WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox officially arrives today. While Seagate had the lock on the official Xbox Series X|S storage game for years, Western Digital has entered with its own solution. Finally Xbox gamers have some options when it comes to expanding their internal storage capabilities in an official capacity and the WD options start at an even lower price point right now. Head below for a closer look and more details on the now available WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox.