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• Save up to $200 on Apple’s new Studio Display with Amazon low pricing from $1,500
• Nomad takes 20% off entire lineup of iPhone 14 leather cases, MagSafe chargers, more
• Google Nest Mini drops to $18 with early Black Friday pricing (Reg. $49)

Audio-Technica is launching its new wireless earbuds today. Officially known as the ATH-TWX9 Noise-Canceling True Wireless In-Ear Headphones, the brand’s latest deliver a premium experience without jumping over each $300 price point alongside customizable noise cancellation, built-in sterilization, and more. Now available for purchase, head below for more details and a closer look at the new earbuds from Audio-Technica. 

Today we are taking a hands-on look at the latest Cyrill Kajuk MagSafe wallet. For those unfamiliar, Cyrill delivers much of the same build quality and affordable pricing on its iPhone cases and accessories as its sister brand Spigen – one of the most popular options among consumers and 9to5 readers in the price range. We featured Cyrill’s new iPhone 14 case collection back in September as well as going hands-on with its previous-generation case options. Coming away impressed last year prompted us to want to take a closer look at its latest MagSafe wallet known as the Kajuk, and you’ll find all of our impressions down below as part of the latest Tested with 9to5toys feature. 

Today Philips Projection is launching its latest entry into the home theater projector market, the Screeneo U5. This ultra-short throw true 4K laser projector is capable of lighting up your wall with a 150-inch screen with a small 16.5-inch wall offset. This projector builds off the success of the Screeneo U4 with the Screeneo U5 representing the “tireless efforts in technological advancements, which in turn delivers a state-of-the-art 4K Laser projector at the most competitive price point on the market.” This projector is available starting today, exclusively over at Indiegogo. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about Philips’ latest projector.

Black Friday 2022 will be starting earlier than previous years, with early discounts already beginning to go live. While many of these deep price cuts used to be for all to enjoy, over the years, retailers have begun to lock some of the more enticing doorbusters behind membership programs. This year is going to be continuing the trend more aggressively than before, so weighing your options between Amazon Prime, Walmart+, and other subscriptions will be a must for making the most of the holiday shopping season.

Today, Newegg is launching a fresh batch of its early Black Friday deals ahead of the shopping holiday at the end of this month. This is part of Newegg’s Black Friday Deals, wish fresh discounts being delivered every week throughout the month. Today, we’re seeing a number of G.SKILL DDR5 memory discounts as well as full-on desktops and more, so be sure to keep reading to find out all the details on Newegg’s early Black Friday discounts.

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 $399 on Apple’s M1 Pro MacBook Pro with 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display at $1,600
• Satechi takes 25%+ off entire stable of MagSafe chargers, wireless pads, more from $10
• GoPro’s latest HERO 11 Black action cam falls to all-time low of $399 (Save $101)

NZXT’s new H5 case replaces the older H510. It keeps the simple and clean design language that has made the 5-series from NZXT popular but makes a few changes to the build process. A larger mesh mount on top allows more cooling options, cable management has been optimized, and a new GPU-focused 120mm fan made the new H5 an appealing case for me to try out. Are these updates worth the $95 price tag NZXT is charging for the H5 Flow? Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

This fall has seen all three smartphone ecosystems release new flagship earbuds with Apple, Google, and Samsung all delivering some of the most compelling bids yet. But for something a bit more stylish and platform-agnostic, Sennhesier is applying it’s usual audiophile approach to the recently-released Momentum 3 earbuds. Delivering a different take, the fabric-wrapped charging case comes complemented by some notable features we’re taking a hands-on look at below.

Today, Turtle Beach is announcing its Fuel Compact VR Charging Station for Meta Quest 2. Available for pre-order today, and the ability to recharge your Meta Quest 2 setup, this charging station is perfect for those in the world of VR with Facebook’s latest headset. Launching at $80, it’s also not too overly expensive either, making it a solid choice to upgrade your desk without breaking the bank. Sound interesting? Keep reading for more information.

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.

• Apple’s just-released 11-inch M2 iPad Pro sees first discount to $749 (Save $50)
• Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 see rare discount down to second-best price of $234
• Apple’s all-new 10.9-inch iPad sees first discount as cellular model hits $579

After seeing some gorgeous new metal treatments from SANDMARC, CASETiFY is launching its new stainless-steel Apple Watch Band alongside its latest Impact Case. CASETiFY is a brand best known for its protective iPhone and Samsung Galaxy cases, many of which feature eye-catching designs alongside the official crossover collections with IP like SpongeBob and Pokémon, but it is taking a classier approach with its new stainless-steel Apple Watch band and case. Now available for purchase with several color options, head below for a closer look at the new CASETiFY Monolink stainless-steel Apple Watch band and Impact Case.

The LEGO Group has been experimenting with new ways to produce bricks over the past few years, ranging from plant-based offerings to elements made out of recycled water bottles. Today, the company is tapping into a more recent technology to design its latest brick, with a new exclusive Wooden Duck element launching as the first-ever 3D-printed release from LEGO.

Revealed at the Overwatch League Grand Finals, today we’re getting a look at an all-new hero joining Overwatch 2. Entering as the latest tank character, Ramattra will be hitting the scene as the 36th hero in the game later this year to kick off the second season of the free to play title’s battle pass.

After an eventful day of action yesterday, Overwatch League is onto the final day of play with the 2022 Grand Finals. But before the latest champion can be crowned, we have the semifinals match between San Francisco Shock and the Houston Outlaws, the winner of which will be taking on the Dallas Fuel for all of the glory. 

Honeycomb Aeronautical, a company that designs flight simulator hardware to create realistic experiences, is now launching its latest Alpha Flight Controls XPC. This is an upgrade over its existing Alpha Flight Controls with included PC and Xbox Series X|S compatibility and a general refresh of the design. Alongside this new piece of flight simulation kit, Honeycomb is also launching the Xbox Hub. This hub will allow owners of the Bravo Throttle Quadrant and upcoming Charlie Rudder Pedals to work in conjunction with the Alpha XPC on Xbox Series X|S as one inter-connected system. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about this new hardware.

Yesterday, AMD officially announced its lineup of RDNA 3-powered graphics cards with the RX 7900 series lineup. While NVIDIA threw caution to the wind and cranked up both power and cash requirements for their RTX 4000-series, AMD played it a little more cautious, delivering what looks to be a solid performance upgrade without changing the price from last year. Delivering the “world’s first chiplet-design graphics card,” can AMD’s RDNA 3 RX 7900-series GPUs stand up to the task? Let’s take a closer look.

After seeing Nintendo’s plants yesterday just after Walmart detailed its upcoming events, the Kohl’s Black Friday ad has arrived. Loaded with electronics, home goods, kitchen appliances, toys for the kids, and apparel for the whole family, we now have a good idea of what to expect both in-store and online. Store hours as well as three separate sale events, Kohl’s is running its Black Friday deals all month long and everything kicks off today. Head below for more details and a closer look at the highlights from the Kohl’s Black Friday ad. 

Overwatch 2 just arrived last month and if you missed my original launch day coverage, there’s so much to be excited about for the next-generation of team-based shooter from Blizzard. On the competitive side of the game, today are the final days of the Overwatch League 2022 season and we’ll be reporting in all things Grand Finals live from Anaheim, California. With four exciting matches, we’re breaking down what to expect from the games and detailing post match interviews.

Nikon launched its NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens back in September, and now it is swinging to the complete opposite end of the spectrum and bringing the NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens to market. This prime lens is designed for sports and wildlife photography where you’re aiming to bring far-away objects and subjects into focus. There is even an integrated 1.4x teleconverter built in to expand the focal length to 840mm while dropping the f-stop to 5.6. In addition to this new lens, Nikon is also launching the MC-N10 remote grip, a device designed for video shooters to give controls normally located on the camera body to a remote location like on a camera gimbal. This will allow for full camera control without having to touch the camera directly. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about this new lens and remote grip.

Today we are taking a hands-on look at the new Casely iPhone 14 cases. The brand has become one of the more popular options among our readers looking for vibrant designs, colorful patterns, and artistic approaches to protecting and otherwise decorating their Apple handsets. It’s latest collection launched not 24 hours after the new iPhone 14 models were unveiled with a special exclusive 30% promo code for 9to5Toys readers, and now that the brand is currently offering a notable buy one get one FREE on most of its offerings, it seems like a fitting time to weigh in with our hands-on impressions. Head below for more details in the latest Tested with 9to5Toys. 

EA’s The Sims 4 is probably one of the best life simulation games around for those enjoy having fun while playing. I’ve enjoyed playing The Sims series for many years, and now, your Sims 4 home is about to get more… homey. Launching November 10, you’ll soon be able to add clutter, intentionally, to your space. Plus, a new pink- and purple-hued kit called Pastel Pop is launching the same day, too. Want to learn more? Keep reading to find out everything we know about the Everyday Clutter Kit and Pastel Pop coming to The Sims 4 on November 10.

Update: After unveiling some of the more popular Apple Watch bands through the end of last year, the all-black stainless steel SANDMARC Apple Watch band is now back in-stock at $129.99 shipped. And you can use our exclusive 9TO510 code to knock the total down to $116.99 shipped. 

After launching a pair of higher-end Titanium models in black and silver, SANDMARC is introducing its new stainless steel Apple Watch band today. The more expensive Titanium variants were admittedly geared towards premium Apple Watch Ultra setups, despite also working with Series 8 and older models, but SANDMARC is now ready to launch its somewhat more affordable stainless steel take to deliver a similar approach at a lower price point. Head below for more details, a closer look, and, best of all, our exclusive discount code to knock the price down even lower. 

Nintendo Black Friday deals are inbound and we now have details on what to expect. Nintendo has now outlined its 2022 Black Friday deals ranging from special bundle offers alongside a host of first- and third-party titles seeing notable price drops. While the deals aren’t going to be all that surprising to folks who have shopped the Nintendo holiday deals in year’s past, we at least have a good idea of when everything we will kick off and the bulk of what will be on sale in a couple weeks time now. Head below for all of the details on this 2022 Nintendo Black Friday deals. 

After officially revealing the full LEGO Avatar lineup back in July, today we’re getting a look at the second batch of kits from Pandora. Showcased ahead of Avatar: Way of the Water hitting theaters in December, the new LEGO kits mark the first kits to be officially announced for 2023 with a January release date.

Today, CORSAIR-owned Elgato is introducing the “world’s first” 4K60 webcam with the Facecam Pro. While you can get 4K60 on a computer for video calls and streaming, up until now you’ve needed to employ a DSLR or camera-based setup. With a Sony sensor, plug-and-play design, and wide-angle lens, this webcam is sure to take your streams or video calls to the next level. Sound interesting? Keep reading to learn more.

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.

• Amazon clears out previous-generation Apple TV 4K with new all-time low of $100
• Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 4 makes foldables more affordable from $801.50 (Reg. $1,000)
• Satechi launches early Black Friday sale with 40% discounts on USB-C chargers, hubs, more

After announcing its latest Deals for Days sale last month, Walmart today is sharing a closer look at what we can actually expect from the savings event this time around. Delivering some of the best prices ever on gear from Apple, Google, and other big tech brands, the first batch of deals go live next week, and we’re breaking down what you need to know ahead of time.

The PS VR2 release date and price has been made official. Sony just took to the official PlayStation Blog to finally dish out the details on its next-generation virtual reality experience. After previously confirming it would launch in early 2023, we now know PS VR2 will release in late February with pre-orders set to kick off later this month. Head below for more details. 

For most, given the option, wireless headsets are more convenient. You can freely move around a space without worrying about unplugging a cord and never have to worry about cable noise. Remembering to charge them frequently, though, can sometimes cause issues. The Roccat Syn Max Air has an elegant solution with a sizable RGB-wielding dock that will top off the headset. Combined with Aimo-RGB and deep audio customization, the $250 Roccat Syn Max Air has a lot to offer but is it worth the price? Be sure to hit the video below to find out. 

If you’ve looked into resin 3D printing, you’ve likely heard of ANYCUBIC. The company has a wide range of options between FDM and resin printing, and it is now expanding its resin line with the all-new Photon M3 Premium. Equipped with the brand’s new LighTurbo 2.0 Light Source, Photon M3 Premium produces higher resolution prints and features a 10-inch 8K LCD screen. Keep reading below the fold to learn more about this new resin 3D printer.

Casio is unveiling its new Mario G-Shock watch today. Officially known as the G-Shock x Super Mario Bros. reference number DW5600SMB-4, Casio describes the collaboration as “two cultural icons straight out of Japan” coming together for the latest G-Shock crossover. This new functional collector’s piece is set to launch late next week with special themed packaging at select retailers as well as online. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Mario G-Shock watch. 

Being November 1, it’s time to take a look at the free games that Amazon Prime members get as part of the company’s Prime Gaming service. This month, Amazon is giving out titles such as Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and several others. All of these titles are available for FREE to those with a Prime membership, and will become permanent additions to your gaming collection. Keep reading to find out how to redeem the titles and what else Amazon is giving away.

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 up to $499 on Apple’s 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro with even deeper clearance discounts
• First cash discount lands on Google’s new Pixel 7 Pro, dropping to $860 at Amazon
• LG’s popular A1 48-inch OLED Smart TV now more affordable than ever at $570 (Save $330)

Today, Amazon is expanding its music streaming offering by delivering all 100 million songs in its Amazon Music library to Prime members at no extra cost. Though not without some caveats to stay distinct from the Music Unlimited service, the new free tier arrives as one of the most value-packed offers in the music streaming space.

Journey launched its new ALTI wireless charging desk mat for the first time a couple weeks ago. Looking to standout from the plethora of other desk mats out there, Journey’s ALTI delivers a reversible solution with a modular design, built-in wireless MagSafe charging, and some other interesting tricks tucked under the vegan leather surface. We had a chance to give it a run for its money over the last couple of weeks or so and now it’s time to weigh in as part of the latest entry in the Tested with 9to5Toys series. 

October has been a busy month on the LEGO front at large, but somehow an even more exciting month for Ideas fans. If the Foosball table that was revealed at the beginning of the month wasn’t already enough, the fan-inspired side of the lineup also announced a new collaboration with Wizards of the Coast for a Dungeons & Dragons kit alongside four upcoming creations joining the lineup down the road. But to wrap up October, we’re highlighting three of the best models from LEGO Ideas that are still fighting to become official kits.

We’ve spent the past few weeks with the Roborock Dyad to see how well it can tackle messes around the house ahead of the holiday season, and we have to say, it works pretty great. In our hands-on review of the Roborock Dyad, we’re taking a look at how well it cleans up both wet and dry messes, as well as giving away the Dyad to one lucky reader to help them out with cleaning the house as we head into Thanksgiving and Christmas. Sound interesting? Head below to learn more about what we think and find out how to enter and win this upright vacuum.

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.

• Fresh batch of Apple Watch Series 8 cellular models see first discounts from $490 (Save $39)
• AirPods Max deliver ANC and Spatial Audio at the best price yet of $355 (Refurb, Orig. $549)
• All-time lows return on latest Google Nest Cams: Outdoor $120, Video Doorbell, more from $70

New KRK monitors have arrived. The brand, known for its professional-grade studio monitor speakers the world over, has now unleashed its new GoAux models. Aimed at mobile audio professionals, beat makers, and content creators, they also come in as some of the more affordable options from the brand yet (outside of its still discounted 5-inch Classic studio monitors) with a compact design said to deliver the same reliable audio reproduction KRK’s larger monitors bring to a studio near you. Head below for a closer look and more details on the now available new KRK monitors. 

Today we are taking a closer look at the new Smartish iPhone 14 case collection and, more specifically, the Wallet Slayer Vol. 2. The company delivers low- to mid-tier pricing on its range of iPhone covers starting from $15 with a number of unique designs, materials we don’t see very often, and the option of customizing your own. From models with built-in wallets to clear MagSafe solutions with colorful trims and the finger grip version it has been offering annually for Apple’s latest handsets, it’s time to take a hands-on look at the new Smartish iPhone 14 case collection as part of the latest Tested with 9to5Toys feature.