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As it tends to do at the start of every year, the LEGO Group today is announcing a new collection of Super Mario sets that will be launching come January 1. The latest wave of builds to feature our favorite video game plumber will be arriving alongside the rest of the winter wave once next year officially comes around, and today we’re getting a look at how all six of the different kits stack up.

We’re big fans of Case-Mate here at 9to5Toys, and even bigger fans of its latest release that’s hitting the scene today. Delivering 30W USB-C charging prowess to your Apple setup, the new Fuel Brites USB-C power adapter comes in one of four retro styles complete with colored translucent designs inspired by Apple’s iMac G3 with 30W GaN speeds in tow.

Now joining in on detailing its Black Friday plans, the LEGO Group today is giving us an idea of what to expect from Thanksgiving week. Headlined by an early look at its annual holiday VIP Weekend Sale to kick off the savings, you’ll be able to lock in double points on all purchases, score free gift with purchases, and more before Black Friday even rolls around.

As we inch closer to Black Friday, we now have the official Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s ad for you to peruse. As you would expect, there is a large selection of outdoor gear, holiday decor, apparel, hunting supplies, and more. You’ll even find some nice tech offerings here to outfit your boat and home with. On the apparel side of things, you’ll find big price cuts on in-house as well as name-brand options including Carhartt, Under Armour, and Columbia. We’re even tracking some discounts dropping as much as $1,300 off the normal retail pricing. Keep reading below for a closer look at the 2022 Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Black Friday ad.

As we’re combing through all of the gift guide action today from Amazon, it’s now time to take look at what the online giant has to recommend in terms of tech. Arguably the most important guide of them all, this year’s assortment of top picks are headlined by the latest from the usual suspects of Apple and Google, as well as some more interesting picks for the gamer, reading enthusiast, or overall techie on your list.

It’s that time of the year, Amazon’s 2022 gift guides are finally here. Every year, Amazon digs deep into the various categories around its site to give you a guide for the best products to check out ahead of the holidays. We’ve already taken a look at the home goods guide as well as Oprah’s Favorite Things List. Now, it’s time to check out Amazon’s 2022 Small Business Gift Guide for the best ways you can shop small with big support for the holiday season.

Oprah’s iconic Favorite Things Guide is back at Amazon and it’s full of fantastic gift ideas for everyone on your list. Oprah has ideas for the stylish, kitchen items, beauty gifts, children’s toys, tech, and even home pieces. One of the best things about it being on Amazon is that all of these items are eligible for Prime delivery and pricing in this guide starts at $15. Be sure to check out the entire guide here and you will want to check out Amazon’s new Home Gift Guide as well.

It’s now time for the 2022 Amazon Home Gift Guide. Every year ahead of ahead of the holidays and the Black Friday festivities, Amazon releases its annual gift guides, highlighting a range of products across a series of categories, and we are ready to dive into the home goods side of things. You can get a general look at everything on tap in this year’s Amazon gift guide right here and a deeper dive into the kitchen, home decor, and more down below. 

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• Apple Watch Series 8 return to all-time lows from $349 for only second time (Save $50)
• Apple’s AirPods 2 an even even better value with H1 chip and ‘Hey Siri’ at $90 (Save $39)
• Apple TV HD clearance lands at just $59 with bundled Siri Remote (New low, Save $40)

After seeing its Black Friday 2022 ad go live this morning, Amazon is now launching its annual gift guides. A bit later than we typically see, these holiday shopping guides help offer some inspiration for crossing names off your list including everything from the latest Apple gear to must-have toys, state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, and more, you’ll find a breakdown of what’s on tap this year below.

We are big fans of Elgato’s desktop control surfaces, and it just unveiled the new Stream Deck Plus. Delivering a similar series of multi-function capabilities as the previous-generation models, the plus model takes it up a notch with additional input controls and the almost Touch Bar-like display to streamline your content creation process. In most ways it is designed to take the experience of the more affordable Stream MK.2 up a notch with technical improvements across the board, and it is now available for purchase. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

Amazon has been crawling its way into the healthcare space for years now, first with the introduction of its Amazon Pharmacy service back in 2020. Since the start of the pandemic, the online giant’s offerings have only increased, and today it is announcing the next stage of its rollout. Meet Amazon Clinic, a telehealth service now available in 32 states.

Nearly a week after being leaked by 9to5Toys, today we’re getting an official look at the tallest LEGO set ever released. The new LEGO Eiffel Tower will be arriving at the end of the month as set number 10307 once it drops on Black Friday, delivering the tallest LEGO kit to date at an impressive 58-inch height that relies on an even more eye-catching number of 10,0001 pieces.

So far this month, we’ve seen quite a few Black Friday ads roll in for 2022, and now today the flyer we’ve all been waiting for has been revealed. Amazon is finally detailing what to expect from its annual holiday shopping event, as the retailer breaks down just what kinds of price cuts we’ll see from its upcoming 48-hour sale officially going live on Thanksgiving. Head below for a breakdown of the Amazon Black Friday 2022 ad.

Update: Sony no longer requires folks to score a registration invitation to pre-order the new PS VR2 system. 

PSVR 2 pre-orders are scheduled to go live today. Sony served up the official PlayStation VR 2 release date for the first time alongside the bundle configurations and even a look at the new controller charging station earlier this month, and pre-orders kick off today. Head below for a closer look at the various options that will be available as well as details on when/where PSVR 2 pre-orders are live and more. 

As we near the upper limit of PCIe Gen 4 speeds, the Samsung 990 Pro SSD, a definitive SSD that boasts read/write speeds faster than most of its competitors. If you can’t hold off a year or so before Gen 5, this is the perfect choice for gamers, content creators, and professionals.

It’s November, and that means Black Friday is just around the corner. We’re already starting to see discounts pop up at various retailers, and EcoFlow is no exception with its Black Friday sales starting today. With up to 50% in savings, we even have a promo code that will take an additional 8% off from both EcoFlow’s own store as well as at Amazon. Sound like something you’d be interested in? Keep reading to find out more.

As we’re starting to see all of the Black Friday ads themselves go live, Best Buy is also now rolling out a holiday shopping guide of another sorts. Switching the focus off of the discounts you can read all about in our guide, the retailer is now detailing all of the year’s top toys, collectibles, and other presents.

We’ve already seen a number of Black Friday ads go live, including Macy’s, Kohl’s, Nintendo, Verizon, Walmart, and several others. However, now we’re taking a look at what you can expect from Belk this holiday season, including what discounts they’ll have in various categories, when the sales go live, and all the other details you’ll need to shop at Belk this holiday season. One of the best deals we’ve seen so far? A $200 robot vacuum for just $70. Keep reading for a closer look at the 2022 Belk Black Friday ad.

Joining ongoing 30% price drops on the rest of its lineup, Pad & Quill has just introduced its new Bradley Cuff and Ultra Leather Strap for Apple Watch Ultra. After seeing some brilliant metal link-style designs from SANDMARC over the last month or so, Pad & Quill is bringing some of its handmade leather craftsmanship into the mix for Apple Watch Ultra users with the new Ultra Strap Bradley Cuff (they also work with Apple Watch Series 8 and older). You’ll find all of the brand’s usual attention to detail here alongside some of the deepest launch discounts we have ever tracked from Pad & Quill. Head below for more. 

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• Save up to $399 on Apple’s prev-gen. 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro starting from $800
• Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 see rare discount down to second-best price of $230
• Fold $344 back into your wallet with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4 at $1,456 (Second-best)

After seeing ads from Kohl’s, Nintendo, Verizon, Walmart, and many more, we are now diving into the 2022 Macy’s Black Friday ad. Not only are we getting a sneak peak at what the retailer will offer, including everything from apparel for the whole family and toys for the kids, to kitchen appliances, living room sets, and more, but we also now know when the big sale event will kick off as well as the in-store hours of operation. Macy’s will be a notable option for budget-friendly clothing and pajamas this year as well as small kitchen gadgets with deals starting from $20 alongside some bigger ticket gear from Ninja and UGG, just for starters. Head below for a closer look at the details and some highlights in the 2022 Macy’s Black Friday ad. 

After Nintendo announced this year’s Black Friday console bundle, a new Xbox Series S package has been announced. Taking to the official Xbox Wire this morning, Microsoft has now unveiled the new Xbox Series S – Gilded Hunter Bundle. This is essentially an expanded version of the Fortnite and Rocket League set that has been floating around for a while now that comes in at the same price despite the extra goodies. The new Xbox Series S bundle is set to release later this month for the holidays, and you can get more details down below. 

With Black Friday just around the corner and the possibility of some great deals, I wanted to take a few minutes to go over some of my favorite peripherals of 2022. While most of these are gaming related, these are also things that I often use in my day-to-day video workflow. Be sure to hit the video below to see my favorite gaming peripherals of 2022 and what to keep an eye out for this deal season. 

As we head into the holiday season here, ASUS is now launching some new additions to its Vivobook lineup of laptops. The all-new Vivobook Pro 15 and Pro 16 come harnessing the power of Intel’s 12th Gen processors with graphics horsepower backed by NVIDIA’s RTX 3050. Designers will benefit from the PANTONE-validated screen’s built-in here with 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Expansion is supported by the inclusion of Thunderbolt 4 alongside a mix of USB-C and USB-A ports. Whether you’re looking for a machine capable of content creation or just a laptop to back your hobbies, the new ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 and Pro 16 are here for you. Keep reading below to learn more about the system specifications.

This week, Razer is announcing its Naga V2 Pro wireless MMO gaming mouse, an update to its beloved Naga Pro lineup. Delivering 19+1 programmable buttons, a swappable side panel, HyperScroll Pro wheel, 30K sensor, and up to 300 hours of battery life, the Razer Naga V2 Pro should be a solid choice for your gaming setup. Want to learn more? Keep reading for additional details.

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• First discounts land on Apple’s just-released 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro at up to $120 off
• HomePod mini in all five colors drops to new 2022 low with rare discount to $80 (Reg. $99)
• Belkin launches Singles Day sale with up to 20% off MagSafe chargers, HomeKit gear, more

Rocketbook has been a leader in the reusable smart notebook games for years, and today is officially introducing the latest model in the lineup with the new Rocketbook Pro 2.0 Smart Notebook. Delivering much of the intelligent companion app connectivity and reusable nature of previous-generation models, the pro model takes it up a notch as the brand’s “most modern and sophisticated notebook yet.” While geared toward professionals, it seems to be a notable option for just about anyone who still appreciates the tactile feel of handwritten notes, diagrams, and sketches, whether it be for work purposes, daily to-do lists, journaling, or otherwise. Head below for a closer look at the new pro model reusable smart notebook. 

With Black Friday usually stealing much of the spotlight here in the United States, the rest of the world is ready to celebrate Singles Day 2022. In what is effectively the biggest holiday shopping event of the year, we’re rounding up all of the best price cuts from retailers like AliExpress, Banggood, and more. Head below for the best Singles Day deals for 2022, including Anker accessories, drones, electric scooters, and more.

dbrand launched its new Grip case ecosystem shortly after Apple’s unveiled this year’s iPhone 14 models and just before landing in our roundup of the best options out there. Delivering a minimalistic case, the dbrand iPhone 14 case goes from a stealthy all-black approach with a special grippy treatment throughout to a far more creative and unique option when employing one of its many 3M skin treatments. Today we are taking a hands-on look at both as well as the skin installation process to give you a better idea of what you’re in for with the latest dbrand iPhone 14 Grip Case. 

Teledyne FLIR today is launching the all-new FLIR ONE Edge Pro, a wireless thermal-visible camera for your smartphone. This entry expands upon its line of mobile thermal cameras which have previously connected to your phone through either a Lightning, USB-C, or Micro USB connection. This inherently means having more models and confusion, so this new camera connects to your phone wirelessly and works across multiple operating systems. Along with the new design, you will also have access to more software tools to help you conduct inspections and troubleshoot appliances. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about FLIR’s new camera system.

We love some weird wacky tech gadgets around here, as any avid 9to5Toys reader will know, but I’m not sure we have ever seen anything quite like the new Teenage Engineering choir. You’re, at its most basic, essentially looking at a series of sensor-packed Bluetooth speakers housed inside of unique wooden dolls. But this is Teenage Engineering after all, so they can also sync together to perform a cappella concerts of classic choral songs, receive MIDI data to you can play your own sings with their internal computerized voices, and well, a bunch of other things. Head below for a closer look at the weird, wacky world of the new Teenage Engineering choir. 

We’ve been combing through the best of the best iPhone 14 series covers since launch earlier this fall, and today we’re taking a look at one of our favorite brands here at 9to5Toys. CASETiFY has earned a name for itself over the years for pairing durable cases with slick designs and even collaborating with iconic properties, but today we’re checking out the former. The new CASETiFY Bounce iPhone 14 Case arrives with a unique build that puts protection first while still sticking to a slim form-factor.

CORSAIR is introducing two new PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSDs, which are both compatible with the Windows DirectStorage API for faster loading in games. The MP600 GS and MP600 PRO NH feature up to 7,000MB/s speeds and run on the PCIe 4×4 M.2 lane on your motherboard. While they’re not PCIe 5.0 yet, these drives actually come in with respectable pricing for the speeds. Sound like an upgrade you could be wanting to pick up? Keep reading to learn more.

BLUETTI is set to unveil its new whole home solar system this week. The new EP600 is looking to alleviate soaring electricity prices and shortages by way of delivering a one-stop solution for a clean, green, and self-sustained heating and energy system. Created in combination with a modular battery system, it is designed to grow with your needs and to help transition away from relying entirely on the grid, mitigating rising energy bills and to provide emergency power in the case of outages. Head below for a closer look and more details.

Earlier this year Spigen launched its high-end Enzo Italian leather iPhone case and now it is finally available for iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max models. While the brand’s far more affordable cases have been and remain some of the most popular options in the price range (check out our hands-on review right here), the Enzo ushers in a far more high-end solution for folks looking to wrap their precious handset in premium-grade European leathers, suede, and real metal accents, among some other bells and whistles. And if that sounds like it’s going to be expensive, you’re very much right. But there is a notable launch discount live right now, and you can get all of the details down below.  

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• Apple’s latest M2 MacBook Air and Pro on sale from $1,049 at Amazon (Save $150)
• iPad mini 6 delivers Apple’s most compact tablet experience at $400 (Save $99)
• Beats Flex Earbuds come backed by Apple’s W1 chip with $30 discount down to $40

As the countdown to Black Friday 2022 continues, today we’re getting a better idea of what to expect from the carrier front as Verizon details its holiday shopping plans. With early promotions already going live to score you the year’s latest smartphones for less, there’s also some upcoming discounts on must-have accessories and more detailed in this year’s Verizon Black Friday ad.

Update: The LEGO Group has officially revealed the new Eiffel Tower set, which you can go check out in our announcement coverage ahead of its Black Friday release at $679.99.

Back in September, 9to5Toys first reported on what to expect from the largest creation of the year dropping over the Black Friday shopping season. With Thanksgiving only a few weeks away now, today we’re getting a first look at that exciting new model. The upcoming LEGO Eiffel Tower will be dropping come the year’s biggest shopping night, and stacks up to 10,001 pieces

Earlier this year, Synology launched its first Wi-Fi 6 router with the RT6600ax that we raved about back in May. Now the brand is back with a new 802.11ax offering that steps up to a more compact form-factor. The new Synology WRX560 Wi-Fi 6 Router arrives with a more affordable focal price point alongside 2.5Gb Ethernet, mesh connectivity, and the ability to double as a NAS.

Today, Shokz, formerly AfterShokz, is announcing an all-new open-ear bone-conducting pair of headphones with the OpenRun Pro Mini, a smaller version of the brand’s most premium offering to date. Delivering a reduced-sized version of the OpenRun Pro, you’ll find these headphones pack a 0.83-inch shorter band, which makes it ideal for those with smaller head sizes. Sound interesting? Keep reading to learn more.

DICK’s Sporting Goods Holiday Gift Guide is here with shopping ideas for everyone on your list. Looking for the perfect gift for all of the athletes and sports fans on your list? Inside this guide you will find running shoes, workout equipment, apparel, and much more. Plus, score an assortment of trending brands like Nike, adidas, Travis Mathew, The North Face, Under Armour, and HOKA. You will also want to stay tuned to this gift guide with Black Friday sales, Cyber Monday deals, and holiday sales throughout the season. Plus, you can receive free delivery on orders of $65 or more. Beat the holiday rush and be sure to check out our top picks from the 2022 DICK’s Sporting Goods Holiday Gift Guide below.

The next Nintendo Direct showcase starts now with the latest Indie World presentation. Following September’s exciting prime time event where we finally got the official name for the upcoming Zelda title, news of GoldenEye heading to the Switch Online library, confirmation of Pikmin 4, and more, today we are in for 25 straight minutes of upcoming indie titles landing on Switch throughout the rest of the year and beyond. Head below to follow along with today’s Indie World Nintendo Direct showcase.