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Today, Garmin is announcing its next-generation Forerunner 265 and 965 GPS smartwatches that now feature AMOLED displays. This allows for an always-on, full-color screen that’s “easy to read no matter the weather conditions.” Designed to be your outdoor training companion, these new smartwatches have a lot to offer, including up to 23 days of battery life on a single charge. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to learn more.

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• Apple’s cellular 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro sees $299 discount to best price yet, today only
• Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 smartphone sees first cash discount with $50 off at Amazon
• Twelve South’s new SurfacePad for iPhone 14 is a 9to5 favorite, sees rare discount to $45

Season 3 of The Mandalorian has arrived, and CASETiFY is looking to celebrate by launching an all-new collection of iPhone 14 cases inspired by a galaxy far, far away. Landing later in the month, Star Wars fans will soon be able to outfit their entire Apple setup with some iconic characters from the hit Disney+ series including Mando and Grogu, as well as a premium cover inspired by Beskar steel.

We now have the official details for the annual MAR10 Mario Day celebrations. Every year on March 10, Nintendo celebrates its most famous character with sales on games, special activities, console bundles, and 2023 is no exception. Last year’s event delivered on some serious Switch game deals (Mario titles and otherwise), Mario Kart Home Circuit, a range of third-party gaming accessories, toys, and LEGO kits, just for starters and Nintendo has now taken to its official site to announce what folks can expect this year. Head below for more details. 

RC cars are already a lot of fun, but Kobotix has upped the ante with the Real Racer FPV car. Combined with an app that enables recording video, taking photos, and even streaming, it’s a fun way to experience RC racing around a house or office. Priced at $150, is the Kobotix Real Racer a must-have RC toy? Be sure to hit the video below to find out.

Today, Sony is introducing its 2023 BRAVIA XR lineup of TVs, this time around featuring the Cognitive Processor XR for the “ultimate home entertainment experience.” With five new models in the BRAVIA XR lineup, you’ll find mini-LED TV variants as well as QD-OLED and more. All models feature Google TV integrations, streaming apps, gaming compatibility, and more. Ready to upgrade your home theater? Keep reading to find out all we know about Sony’s 2023 BRAVIA XR lineup.

Update: As promised below, the new custom LeBron James PlayStation 5 gear, including the LeBron James Limited Edition PS5 Console Cover and the Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller, will go up for pre-order on Thursday via direct.playstation.com ahead of the July 27 launch date. More details below. 

Sony has now taken to its official blog to announce its new LeBron James PlayStation accessories. With four championships on the shelf and after becoming the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, LeBron is now linking up with PlayStation once again for some specially-designed PS5 accessories. As part of the PlayStation Playmakers program, today Sony is announcing “a limited edition PlayStation 5 console cover and DualSense wireless controller collaboratively designed with PlayStation Playmaker, sports icon, philanthropist, entrepreneur (and part-time God of War), LeBron James.” Head below for a closer look and more details. 

Xbox and Lucasfilm are teaming up on some new Mandalorian and Grogu Xbox gear. The Mandalorian and Baby Yoda are making a triumphant return for season 3 of the hit Disney TV series starting today and Xbox is looking to celebrate the occasion with some custom consoles, controllers, and more, as you can see above. This gear won’t be getting an official release on store shelves by the sounds of it, so you’ll want to head below for more details on how to add it to your collection. 

As if the LEGO news couldn’t get more exciting, the first of the month is now giving builders yet another new release to feast their eyes on. Well, 18 new releases to be exact. We’ve been covering what the LEGO Group would be planning for Disney’s 100th anniversay over the past few months, and now today we’re getting an official look at the upcoming Collectible Minifigure Series. Packed with 18 Disney icons both old and new, you can check out the figures below.

After a new batch of sets launched for the start of the month today, it seems the LEGO Group had one more surprise in store for builders. Unexpectedly showing off an all-new Star Wars set dropping on May 1, the new Executor Super Star Destroyer stacks up to 630 pieces and is now available for pre-order.

March is arriving and delivering a new collection of LEGO sets. Spread across all of the most popular themes, the likes of Star Wars and Marvel are being joined by some 100th anniversary Disney kits as well as the LEGO debut of K-pop band BTS. Head below for the full scoop on all of the new LEGO sets available for March 2023, which are now available for purchase.

After teaming up with Doritos back in January, Skullcandy is now launching another limited-edition collaboration with Burton, one of the world’s leading snowboard brands. As part of this collaboration, Skullcandy is introducing a custom colorway for a few of its popular headphones and earbuds: the Crusher Evo headphones, the Push Active earbuds, and the Mod earbuds. All of these are now available globally from Skullcandy’s online store starting today. If you want to learn more about these new offerings, be sure to keep reading below the fold.

Adonit launched its new premium-looking Star iPad pen stylus earlier this year. Looking to offer folks a more classical take on Apple Pencil, it delivers much of the same experience in a more luxury-looking package with a basic overall feature set. While it might not be the best option for hardcore iPad artists, after spending some time hands-on with the Adonit Star, I can say it is worth a closer look for folks that can appreciate this kind of design and those who only require a basic writing device without all the bells and whistles. Head below for a closer look at our hands-on impressions. 

February was about as exciting of a month as can be, with plenty of news from the LEGO Ideas team. Now on the eve of the new BTS set officially beginning to ship, we’re taking a look at three projects that may very well find themselves getting the same fame and fortune as past Ideas creations. So wrapping up February, you’ll find all of the best LEGO Ideas down below.

Let’s take a quick look at the new 15W charging pad from OtterBox. Most recently, the brand was updating its smartphone case lineup with the new neon-style Aneu models, but today it’s time for its latest charging solution. The new 15W charging pad delivers the brand’s latest tech and a lifetime warranty to provide a simple wireless charging solution for both Android and iOS users, not to mention compatibility with other wireless charging gear. Head below for a closer look at the new OtterBox 15W charging pad. 

If you’re like me, then there’s a good chance you love a nice wood accent in your setup. Whether that’s from your desk, accessories, or something else, a pop of wood always makes a space feel more inviting. Well, CORSAIR is wanting to bring the wood design to a new part of your desk: the PC case. That’s right, CORSAIR is announcing new wood panels for the 4000-series cases, including the 4000X RGB. Coming in three different wood species, being able to replace your front and roof panels of the case will bring a new splash of color to your desk. Sound like something you’d be interested in? Keep reading to learn more.

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• Apple’s all-new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro hits best price yet at $1,799 (Save $200)
• Best price yet lands on Apple’s latest 11-inch M2 iPad Pro at $720 (Reg. $799)
• VOCOlinc’s HomeKit Smart Plug is as affordable as it gets at just $8.50 (Save 35%)

Today, GravaStar is launching the latest addition to its lineup of Bluetooth speakers. Known for their unique designs, the all-new Supernova steps that up a notch with an even more eye-catching design that integrates LED lights with a distinctly mecha form-factor. Plus, a companion USB-C charger that delivers even more of the robotic elements in a compact and adorable build. Now for launch day, we’re taking a hands-on look at both of the new reveals down below.

Earlier in the month, CASETiFY launched its latest collaboration. Tapping into one of the most iconic sitcoms in history, The Office finally got the iPhone case treatment from one of 9to5Toys‘ favorite brands. After having the covers finally arrive in the mail, today we’re taking a hands-on look at just how these Dunder Mifflin-infused accessories stack up for Apple’s latest.

Today, JSAUX is officially releasing their translucent backplates for the Steam Deck in four additional colors. Already available in brown, you’ll now find purple, green, blue, and red as an option to make your Steam Deck have a more retro vibe. In addition to the new colors, JSAUX is now introducing a set of 3D models to design and print for your Steam Deck for free, including a wall mount, VESA mount, and more. Sound intriguing? Keep reading for more.

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• Apple Watch Series 8 return to all-time lows ahead of spring from $329 (Save $70)
• Amazon clears out Samsung Galaxy S22 with new all-time low at $520 (Save $180)
• Anker Soundcore Space Q45 headphones hit $100 low (Save $50), Liberty 4 buds hit $97

Happy Pokémon Day! Marking the 27th anniversary since Pokémon first launched for Game Boy in Japan with the Blue and Red games that started it all, today the Pokémon Company is taking to its usual Pokémon Presents format to reveal the latest from Kanto and beyond.

We have recently relaunched our Behind the Screens feature, offering readers a chance to see where we work everyday and the gear we use to do it. Rikka gave us an in-depth look at a colorful and inspiring MacBook setup last week, and now it’s my turn. Centered around a Mac mini and a more than modest display, my setup focuses on high-quality audio, saving money wherever possible elsewhere, and a generally natural, minimalist, and organic design approach. 

If you’re a Forza Horizon 5 fan, then you’ll love the announcement Microsoft made this week. Rally Adventure, the racing game’s latest DLC, is coming on March 29. You’ll travel to Sierra Nueva, explore six new biomes, and plow through an “entirely smashable” Palm Forest. Are you ready to build a rally machine using all-new parts in Forza Horizon 5’s Rally Adventure? Keep reading if this is something you can’t wait to race into.

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• Apple’s in-house MagSafe charger hits best price of the year at $32 (Reg. $39)
• Beats Fit Pro in just-released Volt Yellow colorway sees first discount to $170 (Save $30)
• Save 20% on Anker’s Nano/Pro USB-C chargers in four colorways from $13.50

It’s time for some new PS5 games and more of what’s on the way for the just-released PS VR2. It has been a busy week in the world of PlayStation to say the least, but we aren’t finished just yet. PlayStation VR 2 finally released this week, the new DualSense Edge pro controller is now live at Amazon and other retailers (here’s our hands-on review), and the next State of Play starts right now (4 p.m. ET) featuring new PS5 games, PS VR2 titles, and more. Head below to follow along.

Sony today launched the new DualSense Edge, a next-generation PlayStation 5 controller that marries all of the original next-generation features with some entirely new additions. Complete with swappable joystick modules, there are also back paddles, adjustable trigger depth, and remappable button profiles to elevate the experience. Now that it is widely available, we’re taking a closer look at how the $200 gamepad stacks up.

This week, Razer is introducing its latest Blade 15 gaming laptop, joining the Blade 16 and 18 to leverage the latest tech from both Intel and NVIDIA. Packing a 13th Generation i7 processor and the NVIDIA RTX 40-series GPUs, you’ll find that there’s more than enough power here to handle anything you need. Plus, the Blade 15 comes in at 25% smaller than the Blade 16, making it a great choice for those needing a compact solution for on-the-go gaming. Sound intriguing? Keep reading for more information, including pricing and availability.

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• Apple’s new M2 Pro Mac mini sees first discount at Amazon with $50 in savings, more
• Take $150 off Apple’s latest M2 MacBook Air at second-best price yet of $1,049
• Samsung’s just-released Galaxy S23+ falls to new all-time low at $860 (Reg. $1,000)

mophie today is launching three new additions to its stable of portable power stations. Arriving with three different form factors, each of them is ready to complement your Apple everyday carry with USB-C PD outputs as well as designs comprised of post-consumer recycled plastics for an environmentally-friendly touch.

After being officially unveiled back in late summer 2022, the DualSense Edge professional gamepad made it out into the wild earlier this year. From its public debut, right through the pre-order phase and then right up until now, PlayStation’s very first pro controller has only ever been available via the brand’s online storefront – but all that changes today according to Sony. Head below for more details. 

Anker is finally out with a 15W MagSafe charger, packing Apple’s full magnetic charging spec into a compact design. The new MagSafe 3-in-1 Cube delivers more than just the ideal iPhone 14 companion, with a fold up stand that reveals spot for AirPods to refuel, as well as a hidden Apple Watch charging puck to deliver one of Anker’s most capable power stations yet. But is the Anker 15W MagSafe Cube worth the premium price tag? We take a closer look.

Today, Hello Games is announcing the first No Man’s Sky update for 2023: Fractal. Delivering a complete revamp in VR, you’ll also find additional features for all players. Timed with the launch of PlayStation VR2, this No Man’s Sky update marks yet another free expansion to the game, which hasn’t had a paid DLC since it launched back in 2016. Are you ready to earn the Utopia Speeder starship, which lets you “skim across planet surfaces at high velocity”? Keep reading to find out all we know about No Man’s Sky Fractal.

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• Google’s 256GB Pixel 7 Pro falls to new Amazon all-time low at $813 (Reg. $999)
• Apple’s latest 256GB 10.2-inch iPad falls to all-time low with $80 discount to $399
• Save 30% or more on Anker’s all-new Bio-Based Lightning and USB-C cables from $13.50 lows

The next Mario movie footage is on the way. After featuring its first major Direct event of the year earlier this month with the latest Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom trailer and Game Boy titles for Switch Online, Nintendo has now scheduled the next showing for its highly-anticipated upcoming Mario movie. The film is set to hit the big-screen in just a few month’s time now, and it looks like the final major trailer is headed our way shortly. Hit the jump for more details. 

Today, 9to5Toys can share that we finally know what the May the 4th LEGO Star Wars UCS set will be. Launching ahead of Star Wars Day, the latest vehicle to get the Ultimate Collector Series treatment is one we’ve actually already seen twice before. Hitting store shelves with nearly 1,950 pieces on May 1, the new LEGO UCS X-Wing will arrive as set number 75355 with an exclusive pilot Luke Skywalker minifigure.

PlayStation VR2 launch day has finally arrived! The latest iteration of PlayStation’s VR system is officially launching worldwide today. It has been a long time coming for Sony’s next-generation PS VR2 system. After being officially unveiled almost two years ago now for the first time, we got our first look at the headset in February 2022 and now, exactly one year later, PlayStation VR2 has finally landed. Head below for more details. 

Sony today is expanding its popular and acclaimed G Master full-frame lens lineup with the all-new 50mm f/1.4 G Master. Fitting in with the other top-of-the-line G Master lenses, the 50mm f/1.4 combines fast autofocus with a compact and lightweight build, and all while not sacrificing beautiful bokeh that enhances any picture. It uses the classic Sony E-mount system and works great for still photography and shooting videos. This new lens is expected to launch in May 2023, and if you want to learn more about what makes this lens tick and how big of a hole it will put into your wallet, keep reading below the fold.

Today, Razer is introducing the DeathAdder V3 gaming mouse. As the most recent release in the DeathAdder lineup, following the V3 Pro from August of last year, the standard V3 still brings a lot to the party with some of the best features Razer has to offer. Delivering a 59g ultralightweight design, Focus Pro 30K optical sensor, 8kHz polling, and more, the Razer DeathAdder V3 is a solid choice for your gaming setup. Sound interesting? Keep reading to learn more about the latest Razer has to offer.

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• Complement your M2 iPad Pro with $50 off Apple’s 11-inch Magic Keyboard at $249
• Yale Assure Lock SL sports HomeKit and touchscreen keypad control at $199 (33% off)
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 sees first notable discount of the year starting at $599 (Save $101)