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CORSAIR is introducing a new software dubbed iCUE Murals to overhaul your gaming setup. With a slew of new options to choose from, this is a great way to give your setup new life as we march further into the year. Whether you’re a streamer or gamer, this lighting software is sure to make you want to be in your space even more. Keep reading for additional information.

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• Apple Watch Series 8 fall to new all-time lows as $70 discounts now start from $329
• Save on Apple’s latest Mac Studio for the first time in months with rare $100 discount
• Outfit your iPhone 14 with official leather MagSafe cases from $43 (Reg. $59), more

Today, the LEGO Group is launching its latest double VIP points promotion on its entire catalog of sets. Giving builders a chance to score double the cash back on all-new creations from the start of the year including the latest from Ideas and other display-worthy models, you can also lock-in pre-orders and other upcoming builds with some added cash back attached. 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.

We are now just a couple weeks away from this month’s official PlayStation VR2 release. As Sony begins to ramp up coverage of its latest VR platform in preparation, it has now detailed the launch window games alongside the reveal of 13 new titles and, most recently, issues an extensive FAQ to answer any questions you might still have about the system and more. While we have gotten a good look at the headset and Sense controllers previously, Sony has now taken to its official PlayStation Blog to officially unbox the machine for the first time. Head below for a closer look. 

First teased back at CES in January, TP-Link is now revealing all the information regarding its new Tapo lineup of robot vacuum cleaners. Whether you’re looking for a simple robot vacuum or a dual vacuuming and mopping robot, the new TP-Link Tapo entries are worth a look. Both can be integrated with smart assistants Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free control and automation setups. If you currently use TP-Link Tapo gear or have been looking to get a robot vacuum cleaner, be sure to keep reading below to learn more about these new offers and where you can get them today.

Lately across 9to5 we’ve been boasting about just how good of an experience Apple’s latest iPads make as a full-fledged computer. To help in elevating iPadOS from just a glorified mobile operating system, today we’re taking a look at the new Magnetic iPad Stand from elago. Arriving with an iMac-inspired design, the accessory magnetically holds your iPad Pro in place in order to give it a more desktop-worthy home at your workstation.

While we featured a couple notable sale events on the brand’s straps this year, Pad & Quill has just unveiled its new Leather Apple Watch pilot strap with a solid discount attached. The latest entry into the Pad & Quill lineup of bands is once again inspired by a military aesthetic while featuring the brand’s usual attention to detail, premium materials, and a couple new touches. Now available with a solid launch discount, you’ll want to head below for a closer look, more details, and the discount code. 

Today, Solo Stove is introducing its latest smokeless fire pit, the Mesa XL. As a larger version of the original Mesa tabletop fire pit, the Mesa XL takes things up a notch with a slightly larger build to support more people. Launching today with a $40 discount, the Solo Stove Mesa XL will become a go-to feature of any gathering you have over the spring or summer. Keep reading to find out why.

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• Apple’s latest 11-inch M2 iPad Pro 256GB comes within $1 of the all-time low at $69 off, more
• HomePod mini in all five colors hits $85 low alongside $75 cert. refurb sale (Reg. $99)
• Google Pixel 6a is an even better value with $150 discount to $299 all-time low

Game Boy Switch Online games are now officially a thing. As part of today’s exciting Nintendo Direct presentation, where we got a brand new trailer for The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, Nintendo officially added Game Boy and Game Boy Advanced titles to its Switch Online library. While much of the collection is already available now, some of it is also locked behind the Expansion pack membership. Head below for more details and the games now live on the service.

Roccat’s latest budget keyboard embraces the trends in gaming with a 60% layout and bright RGB. While it cuts the price by utilizing membrane switches, at just $50 the Magma Mini might be the sweet spot for gamers on a budget. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

Well, the day has finally arrived and the first major Nintendo Direct of 2023 is just minutes away from beginning. After rumors suggested we would be seeing the first Nintendo Direct of the year this week, it was officially confirmed yesterday morning when Nintendo took to its Twitter feed to announce today’s 5 p.m. ET start time. The show is about to start in just a few minutes from now so get ready and follow along down below. 

The upcoming Minecraft Legends game from Mojang and Blackbird Interactive is said to be “not your normal strategy game.” But what is it? The game launches on April 18 for Xbox, PC, Switch, and PlayStation, offering a “very new twist on the genre,” with features that I’m honestly looking forward to as I dig more into the Minecraft world. Sure, Legends is a PvP version of the beloved game, but there’s a lot to like about the launch. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to learn more.

Let’s take a closer look at the just-announced Teenage Engineering Field Desk. The brand is best known for its wild and experimental synth gear, audio products, and portable music-making machines, but, not unlike its collaboration with IKEA, is also working some of its magic into the furniture space. This time around, it is unveiling its Field Desk, a new modular desk solution described as “everything it needs to be and nothing it doesn’t.” Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Teenage Engineering Field Desk. 

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• Apple’s upgraded M2 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM sees $200 discount to new $1,299 low
• Pre-order the just-revealed OnePlus 11 5G starting at $700 and score a $100 gift card, more
• Save 50% on Goal Zero’s popular Sherpa 100 AC/PD portable power banks starting at $100

Announcing the results of 2022’s LEGO Ideas campaigns, today we’re getting a first look at two new creations from the fan-driven community. Likely not launching until next year, builders can look forward to an upcoming LEGO Nightmare Before Christmas set alongside a red London Telephone Box kit.

Today Nikon is announcing its latest additions to the first-party NIKKOR Z lens lineup with the professional 85mm f/1.2 S prime and the pancake 26mm f/2.8. Designed for photo and video professionals, the 85mm f/1.2 S prime lens has been designed to retain crisp details with great bokeh that causes the background to just melt away. Also being announced today is the 26mm f/2.8 pancake lens designed to be your next everyday carry with the length coming in at less than one inch and weight just 125 grams. Both of these lenses are expected to become available in March 2023, and you can keep reading below the fold to learn more about them.

After seeing a collection of new LEGO sets hit the scene at the start of the year, today we’re catching wind of the first double VIP points promotion of 2023. Making for a great chance to get extra cash back on your purchases, the latest of these events will be going live later in the week to cover new releases, upcoming pre-orders, and other must-have kits.

Today we are taking a hands-on look at the new range of Oakywood wooden MagSafe stands and mounts. Coming away impressed with its MagSafe charger, desk shelf, iPhone cases, and more in the past, we thought we would give the brand’s latest wood and metal gear a shot as well. Having just launched in the last few weeks and now available at 15% off for the holidays, now’s as good a time as any to feature the wooden MagSafe stands from the brand in our Tested with 9to5Toys feature.

Today, Twelve South is refreshing one of its more unique Mac accessories for Apple’s latest desktop monitor. The Studio Display first hit the scene last spring, and now one of 9to5Toys’ favorite accessories the company makes is being updated: the signature Backpack stand for the premium Mac companion.

Today, SwitchBot’s latest smart Blind Tilt conversion kit is available for purchase on Amazon. Ready to make your traditional tilt blinds smart? This kit is battery-powered and even comes with a solar panel for easy installation without having to run a bunch of wires. Sound like something you’d be interested in? Keep reading for more information.

Microsoft has now unveiled a new Xbox controller known as the Stellar Shift Special Edition. Microsoft took to the official Xbox Wire today to announce the latest entry in the Shift Special Edition series with a new shimmering blue-purple paint job to sit alongside the Aqua Shift and Lunar Shift two-tone models that were released last year. Now available for purchase, be sure to head below for more details. 

Listen to a recap of the best deals and news from 9to5Toys each day at noon. 9to5Toys Daily is available on iTunes and Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed. New episodes of 9to5Toys Daily are recorded every weekday. Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes/Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they are available.

• Save $79 on Apple’s 10.2-inch iPad and score an all-time low of $250
• Amazon clears out Samsung Galaxy S22 5G with $170 discount to second-best price of $680
• ecobee’s new Smart Thermostat Enhanced uses HomeKit to heat your space at $160 (Save $30)

Rumors have been surfacing all over the net about the next Nintendo Direct and details have now officially been confirmed! Most supposed leaks pointed at the next Nintendo Direct hitting sometime this week and we now officially know it is. Nintendo has taken to its official Twitter feed to announce its next online Switch game showcase and we are now just over 24 hours away. Head below for more details. 

After a teaser earlier in the week, today we’re getting an official look at the all-new LEGO Lord of the Rings Rivendell set. Stacking up to over 6,000 pieces, this massive display-worthy creation officially reboots the brick-built world of J. R. R. Tolkien complete with tons of intricate details, 10 minifigures, and so much more. Launching on March 6, we breakdown everything you need to know about the new set $500 set below.

EarFun has always been a top pick when it comes to feature-packed budget earbuds. Its latest, EarFun Air Pro 3, packs Bluetooth 5.3 and app control. With ANC, wireless charging, and nine hours of playtime, the feature list is extensive for the $80 price point. 

JBL just announced the new Pulse 5 speaker, a refreshed version of the brand’s flashiest way to listen to music. Much like its predecessors, this portable offering pairs battery-powered playback with integrated LED lights for a unique design that sets the JBL Pulse 5 apart from other speakers on the market.

Originally announced back in August of last year and slated for release in Q4 of 2022, the first OLED gaming monitor from Samsung is now finally available for pre-order. Coming in at $1,500, the Odyssey OLED G8 from Samsung actually comes in at a bit higher than the similarly specced Alienware model. But is Samsung’s OLED ultrawide worth the extra cost? Let’s take a closer look below.

The official launch of PlayStation VR2 is just a couple weeks away now. After years of leaks, news announcements, and the like, the next-generation of Sony’s virtual reality experience is officially on the horizon. Back in January Sony dished up all the details on the launch game lineup alongside the reveal of 13 new titles, and today it has taken to the official PlayStation Blog to essentially roundup everything you need to know about PS VR2 ahead of this month’s release. Head below for more details. 

Update: LEGO has officially revealed the new Lord of the Rings Rivendell set, which stacks up to 6,167 pieces and will be launching for VIP members on March 5. Go get the official details right here.

Today, the LEGO Group has taken to its official Twitter account to tease an upcoming set that fans have long been waiting for. Marking the return of the actual Lord of the Rings theme, the magical sanctuary Rivendell will be getting the brick-built treatment for only the second time ever.

Last month, Wyze announced three brand-new cameras – the Cam OG, Cam OG Telephoto, and Cam Pan v3. While the OGs are a more affordable return to the basics, the Cam Pan v3 is a complete upgrade over the v2. Be sure to hit the video below to see them in action. 

If you’re like our own resident sim racer Jordan, then having an at-home setup is something that’s likely on your list. Sure, you can race with just a single monitor (or a super UltraWide), and standard racing wheels are just fine too. But, hardcore racing fans know that the best setups are much more complicated than that. So, Monoprice decided to launch a new Dark Matter GT racing simulator line that includes a triple monitor mount and foldable wheel stand, delivering a premium experience at a fraction of what you’d normally pay for a full-on racing setup. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to find out more.

After featuring the latest lineups from CASETiFY, Spigen, Ringke, and the leather Bellroy options, it’s time for the new Caseology Samsung Galaxy S23 cases. Caseology is a brand we have featured around here for quite sometime, including its popular Parallax and Nano Pop cases, and it is now ready to serve up some coverage for Samsung’s latest flagship handsets. All of the cases featured here were made in conjunction with the official Designed for Samsung program and are already seeing some notable launch discounts. More details below.

Are you a fan of Lululemon or know someone that is? Lululemon has a new program called Like New that allows shoppers to trade in gently worn clothing in and exchange them for a credit that you can use on new Lululemon gear. Plus, you can shop all of the gently worn clothing as well for a fantastic price including their best-selling leggings, shorts, t-shirts, and more. The items items are labeled as being “Good As New,” meaning that they have no visible flaws or damage or “Gently Used,” for products that have minor wear but are still in good condition. Below we are sharing our top picks for both men and women that are available to purchase today and you can score free delivery on orders of $125 or more. You will also want to check out our news guide for the latest stories today.

Today Razer is unveiling its latest addition to its lineup of desktop gaming peripherals, the Viper Mini Signature Edition Gaming Mouse. What makes this mouse stand out among the rest in Razer’s lineup is its weight. Coming in at just 49 grams, it is the lightest mouse the company has ever made, and this is thanks to its magnesium alloy construction. Not only is it light, but it has the processing power to provide “industry-leading performance” as well. All of this does come with a price, so make sure you keep reading below the fold to learn more about this new gaming mouse.

In what has to be some of my favorite LEGO news in quite some time, today 9to5Toys can confirm that later this year we will see an expansion to the popular Ninjago City collection. These massive creations have been assembling a modular sci-fi city in much of the same manner that the Icons Buildings do, and now we’re getting a fourth installment in the series that is the lineup’s largest set to date. Enter the Ninjago City Markets launching in June with over 6,100 pieces …

Joining the pre-order price drops and Amazon gift card promotions on Samsung’s latest, it’s time for the brand new Bellroy leather Galaxy S23 cases. We were fans of the brand’s iPhone 14 lineup (and have been for a few years now), despite being somewhat pricey, and it has now brought its eco leather treatment to Samsung’s latest flagship handsets. Now available for purchase directly from the Bellroy site and the official Amazon storefront, you’ll want to head below for more details on the latest leather Galaxy S23 cases from Bellroy. 

SANDMARC has informed us that it is has now launched its brand new iPhone tripod known as the Carbon Edition. Last summer the iPhoneography and travel-focused brand unleashed the pro edition, just before we had a chance to go hands-on with it, but this time the brand has tapped “the lightest and toughest carbon fiber material” to deliver the latest version of its full-size iPhone tripod. Head below for more details, a closer look, and our exclusive discount code.

After detailing the new models from CASETiFY and Spigen yesterday, it’s time to take a look at the affordable Samsung Galaxy S23 cases from Ringke. Samsung’s brand new lineup of flagship handsets were unveiled yesterday with pre-order discounts already going live, and many folks are looking to ensure their new smartphone is protected and looking right for day one. Ringke delivers a series of no-frills covers that start in the $16 range with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. They make for an affordable way to ensure you’re covered until your ideal case surfaces or as an economic option for folks looking to flip their case out on a regular basis. Head below for a closer look at the new affordable Samsung Galaxy S23 cases from Ringke. 

Hot off the release of the new Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone collection reveal this afternoon, Spigen is getting in on the announcements by showcasing its refreshed lineup of accessories. Arriving for Samsung’s latest, the new case collection comes in six different form-factors to protect the new Galaxy S23 devices.