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Earlier this year at CES Pioneer unveiled its all-new SPHERA in-dash CarPlay receiver and multimedia system. Fast forward to spring 2026 and the new premium in-car entertainment and connectivity system is now available for purchase. 

Not all Switch 2 accessories are made equal, some of them look like an actual Piranha Plant that double as a TV docking station for your Switch 2, charges all sorts of joy-Con pairs at the same time, features glow night lighting, and posable arms. 

Update 04/22: Walmart has now listed the new Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller at $84 shipped, which is $6 less than the official price at Microsoft and Amazon. More details about the gamepad in the original post below.

We’re now just a few weeks away from the release of Forza Horizon 6, and Xbox is getting the celebrations started early with a fresh batch of limited edition accessories. You can pre-order the new Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Headset. We already knew these were coming, thanks to some leaks and reports from earlier, but they’re now official, and you can pre-order your unit to be among the first to snag them. There’s even a matching charging dock to go with the new Xbox controller, courtesy of 8BitDo, and the prices for these new accessories start at $34.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look.

Just after the new and much more affordable Amazon Ember Artline frame TVs up for pre-order, today LG is officially announcing pricing on its brand new high-end wireless W6 Wallpaper OLED TV. 

One of the most notable changes to the Xbox ecosystem since the new CEO stepped in is a price cut for both Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, which takes effect today. The new pricing has Game Pass Ultimate dropping from $29.99 to $22.99 per month, while PC Game Pass falls to $13.99, down from $16.49. The rest of the Game Pass lineup isn’t seeing any adjustments, so those tiers remain at the same rates introduced after Microsoft’s price increase last October. Head below for more details.

This morning Nintendo officially revealed the summer release date for the single-player Splatoon Raiders Switch 2 game. Pre-orders are now live on the Nintendo Store, but, perhaps even better is the price – it looks like digital Switch 2 games will indeed be less expensive than physical boxed copies as we suspected. 

Just after the release of its new Space Black metal 25W Qi2 MagSafe charging stand, Satechi is expanding its 2026 desktop presence with the new ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger today. It is now available for purchase at Amazon and directly from Satechi. 

Nintendo has just confirmed the Splatoon Raiders release date. This is the next in the long line of Nintendo leaks and rumors to come true – it releases this summer.

Just as we expected and just as the leakers leaked, the official Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Worldwide Reveal Showcase will wash ashore this week. 

An Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake is inbound, and very soon. For me personally, it is the earlier AC games that deliver the nostalgia and fondest memories, but for many, Black Flag really hit the sweet spot and Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced is purportedly set for release this summer. 

Earlier this week, Xbox promised a dedicated first-look showcase for the new Metro 2039, and has followed through. Today’s broadcast is about to go live and it’s all waiting for you below. 

This year has been an eventful one for Pokémon Trainers already. The reveal of the mainline Gen 10 games, remakes, LEGO sets, and much more have already made headlines, but the 30th anniversary celebration isn’t over yet. Target just announced a giant new anniversary Pokémon collection loaded with toys, apparel, and more. 

Will Sony reveal a new, proper God of War game this year? It sure sounds like it will and some new leaks and rumors have surfaced suggesting the setting more details. 

We’re halfway through April, which means Star Wars fans are buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming annual May the 4th event, particularly LEGO builders. Not only did we just get an official reveal of the latest UCS Star Wars set with two GWP that are hitting the market ahead of the day, but the LEGO Group is also gearing up for a live preview of what you can expect that will be happening in just a few hours.

After last week’s unveiling of six new LEGO One Piece sets, the LEGO Group is back this week, revealing its newest Star Wars themed set from The Mandalorian that will also have a dedicated GWP joining it during the initial launch, coinciding with the annual May the 4th event, which will also have an additional GWP, too. What’s more, this new build is coming as the first UCS set of 2026, likely making it the centerpiece for LEGO’s upcoming Star Wars event next month. We’ve gathered up all the information on this new build below and the two GWPs, alongside plenty of pictures, so head down to check it out ahead of its upcoming release.

Earlier this year, Amazon got in on the CES action with the reveal of its all-new Ember Artline lifestyle TV. Today, the new frame-style display with Fire TV is going up for pre-order in both sizes.

Dell offers plenty of gaming monitors under its Alienware lineup, but the new model we’re looking at today stands out as one of the most affordable QD-OLED options available. The brand has just unleashed new the 27-inch AW2726DM model, featuring a fast 240Hz QD-OLED panel, and it’s now available for $349.99 shipped. That makes it the most budget-friendly QD-OLED display currently in Alienware’s catalog, putting it in direct competition with other entry-level QD-OLED monitors on the market. Head below for a closer look and additional details.

Burton Goods makes some of the nicest leather iPad cases you’ll find anywhere if you ask me. They aren’t cheap, but they are also far less pricey some of the equally as premium leather sheaths for Apple’s iPad Pro out there. Today, the brand has unleashed a new Limited Edition: Magnetic Leather Case for M4/M5 iPad Pro models and we have a nice 20% off using code BG20 at checkout too. 

Twelve South is launching the latest edition to its lineup of tech accessories today with the new CableStay. Following releases like the PowerBug and PowerCord, the CableStay takes a simple and yet practical approach to organizing your setup, offering a decor-friendly way to keep cables in place. 

In 2024, I began my journey into the world of self-cleaning litter boxes after spending the previous year doing heavy research into the seemingly endless array of brands/models that have flooded the market. At the end of this period, it was Whisker that came out on top, with my partner and me pulling the trigger on buying the Litter-Robot 3 Connect, which happened to be the brand’s first model to include app-based controls. I have since upgraded to the Litter-Robot 4 with the Litter-Hopper attachment, and now, in 2026, I’ve made another upgrade to the newest Litter-Robot 5 Pro (which came out alongside the EVO and standard 5 variations). Head below to get a full in-depth rundown on what you can expect with Whisker’s latest generation of the safest and most popular self-cleaning litter boxes on the market.

Today, ECOVACS – one of our favorite robotic cleaning brands – is unleashing its new newest flagship robot vacuum and mop, the DEEBOT X12 OmniCyclone. 

Back at CES 2026, Belkin debuted its next-generation Nintendo Switch 2 accessory. The display-equipped case not only protects your Nintendo console on the go, but it also keeps it charged. Belkin is making the Charging Case Pro for Nintendo Switch 2 available worldwide today on both its official site and over at Amazon. 

Rockstar got hacked again, in case you missed it, and the culprits are demanding it pays up by tomorrow or they will leak GTA 6 all over the interwebs. Or something, or not at all, because Rockstar has now released a statement saying the hackers didn’t actually steal anything of value (by the sounds of it). 

Just after inking the date and time for its giant annual summer Games Showcase, Xbox Wire has just confirmed we will be getting our first good look at the new Metro 2039 this week. 

I’ve upgraded my kit since the last time I posted one of these, and I’ve added a few new pieces to my setup just in time for an upcoming trip to Japan, where I’m hoping to capture some beautiful cherry blossoms before the season ends. That makes this a great time to run through what’s making the cut this time around. I’m yet again keeping things relatively light while still covering the essentials to stay charged, keep track of my gear, and have a camera ready instead of relying on my iPhone camera. Below is a quick look at the tech I’ll be packing into my EDC this time, along with why each item earned a spot in the bag.

The 2026 Nintendo leaks just keep coming. While not nearly as high-profile as the Zelda Ocarina of Time remake or even the rumored upcoming Star Fox game, it looks like Switch 2 will be getting some Marvel superhero action soon too. 

We do our absolute best around to uncover the most notable discounts on the most sought-after gear on the internet. This often times amounts to fast-action content to ensure folks get as much time as possible to actually the score the deal before it’s gone or out of stock, but sometimes we get a heads up on an upcoming deal, and that’s exactly what we have here today. The latest AirPods Pro 3 are set to return to holiday deal pricing this weekend. 

While its official spring sale has ended, the deals are still flying over at Target this week and we now have an early look at the offers set to go live this weekend. Including everything from spring cleaning gear through to apparel and tech, Target is advertising Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 back at holiday pricing as well. 

Update 4/9:

• Listing now appears to be sold out, try back again at 10 a.m. ET tomorrow.
• Samsung has put the Galaxy Z TriFold back in-stock ahead of schedule.

Samsung has now officially announced a Galaxy Z TriFold restock for this week. On April 10 at 9 a.m. ET, the Galaxy Z TriFold will be back in stock and available for purchase directly from Samsung and you better be ready as it is going to go quick. 

Reports confirm a new ‘Metal Gear Solid’ movie in the works. After the high-profile and generally well-received Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake (MGS Delta) released last summer, Snake appears to be heading to silver screen.  

Right on the heels of yesterday’s seven new LEGO Jurassic World unveilings for pre-order, the LEGO Group is coming back with another wave of reveals today for one of its newest themes (and one of my all-time favorite stories): One Piece! That’s right, the Gum-Gum Fruit set that was revealed in March won’t be the only one to get excited about over summer, as it’s being joined by six new builds based on the second season that recently came out – and you can pre-order all of them right now. But the buzz isn’t ending there, as we also have a LEGO One Piece animated special announcement video for you to watch, too. Head below to learn all the info and browse through the collected photos.

Nomad has long been one of our favorites in the leather Apple gear accessory game. It makes some of the nicest iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands (among other things) in the business and it has just announced its new Camino leather lineup. 

As part of the new My Mario toy and collectible lineup, Nintendo unleashed a FREE Hello, Mario! App on iOS, Android, and the eShop earlier this year, and now the new Hello, Yoshi! edition is live. 

While we are still waiting to see what Nintendo has next for the Switch 2 Game Cube library, the April 2026 NES Nintendo Classics updates and the companion trailer have arrived. And these ones didn’t leak ahead of time, like everything else Nintendo has on is release schedule this year.

Home Depot is launching a major Spring Black Friday sale this week. Now set to go live in a couple day’s time, the lawn, tool, and DIY retailer will launch one of its one of its biggest seasonal sale events of the year and we have an early look at loads of the upcoming deals for you below. 

Earlier this week, Home Depot announced a massive Spring Black Friday sale that is set to go live starting tomorrow, and Lowe’s has decided to get in on the action. On the heels of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, the DIY juggernauts are going toe-to-toe this week with big-time sales of their own, and we now have an early look at the deals set to go live tomorrow at Lowe’s as well. 

James Bond’s next outing on home consoles is quickly approaching if you have a PS5 or Xbox anyway – the Switch 2 version has been delayed until later this summer. We are, however, getting our first look at the new 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense Wireless Controller. 

After LEGO began giving us sneak peaks and teasers of several upcoming Jurassic World sets mid-March, the brick-built company is officially unveiling its full lineup of seven new sets – and they’re all now available for pre-order starting today! It’s going to be an exciting summer for fans of the theme, as there is a really nice mix of sets here that are sure to bring up plenty of nostalgia for older fans of the original movie, as well as younger fans. Head below to learn more, browse all the collected photos, and get your pre-orders in ahead of their releases.

When is the next major Switch 2 game announcement going to be? Well, apparently very soon. Rumors and relatively reliable leakers have been divulging Nintendo’s 2026 release plans for a few weeks now, but it looks like what might very possibly be the most reliable of them all has just doubled down saying the first of these big announcements will happen this month. 

I’ve been familiar with Bluetti’s power stations for years now, having used different models owned by friends while camping and during other off-grid adventures, and they’ve always been as reliable as those from other brands like Anker SOLIX, EcoFlow, Jackery, Goal Zero, and more. A few months ago, the brand launched its smallest solution, the Elite 10 Mini Portable Power Station, and as someone who does prefer the phrase “less is more,” I was eager to get my hands on one after the loss of the now-discontinued Jackery Explorer 100 Plus over the course of 2025. It’s been a handy companion for my regular trips to Virginia to help my parents in their old age, and below, you can get my hands-on breakdown of what you can expect.

SANDMARC is back at it again today with a new release. The brand is easily among our favorite accessory makers when it comes to the sorts of gear that supports creators and iPhoneographers, not to mention its gorgeous Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases. But today it is introducing the all-new Capture Leather Wallet to neatly stow SD cards and everything else you would normally have in there. You can also use our exclusive 9TO510 discount code at checkout to secure a deal on your pre-order. 

Yesterday was your last shot to claim the March PlayStation Plus FREE games (as we reminded folks about), but that also means today is the day the latest slate of Monthly FREE games will go live. April’s collection for PS Plus Essential members is, or will be, live at any time now. Scope out the details below. 

Satechi is the maker of one of my personal favorite MagSafe charging stands – this metal 3-in-1 model right here, but today it is finally ready to jump into the next-generation with a brand new 25W unit and an upgraded design. 

Nintendo has a serious leak problem right now, as we have already discussed. It seems as though just about all of its major 2026 releases have already surfaced online, leaving very little to the imagination when it comes to the upcoming summer and holiday Switch 2 release schedule. There are couple of other titles that have been mentioned among the leaks and, while they don’t come from sources quite as reliable as some of the others, if they do end up coming to fruition we could be in for a new Wario Land game and a potential new classic Metroid remake this year. 

Welcome to 9to5Toys News Weekly – your go-to spot to catch up on the latest new product releases, features, and hands-on reviews. This week we have a look back at the massive leak problem Nintendo is dealing with at the moment – just about all of its major 2026 Switch 2 game releases and more have seemingly all surfaced online – alongside a new Olde Dublin leather release from Nomad, this Limited Edition all metal Apple II-inspired keyboard, three new LEGO three new Toy Story sets, and this epic NES-SY2.0 setup, and more. Check it all out below.

Is Walmart open on Easter Sunday? Is Target closed today? Is Costco open today? Are grocery stores open today? Easter weekend has arrived and that means we will be seeing adjusted hours and various store closures. Let’s take a look. 

Update 4/3: We have now updated this post with some additional leaked details on some potential upcoming Switch 2 releases.

As we have already reported, there have been some major Nintendo leaks surfacing across the interwebs over the last week or so, much of which coming from folks with solid track records for this sort of thing. While these sorts of early details and rumors were very much expected last year with the launch of the Switch 2, it appears as though much of the Nintendo 2026 launch plans have leaked already. 

There’s no shortage of affordable, budget-friendly gaming keyboards on the market, but only a handful come packed with features that truly come through for gaming. You’re likely to end up with a standard mechanical keyboard when shopping for models under $100, but the EPOMAKER G84 HE we’re looking at today checks all the basics while also bringing some noteworthy extras to the table at this price point. I kept my expectations in check when I started using it as my daily driver for gaming – especially since I was coming from some more premium boards in my collection – but I have to admit it’s proven to be a reliable performer that has consistently earned a spot on my desk alongside the LOFREE Flow 2 wireless model I usually rely on for work. You can read more about my experience using it as my everyday gaming keyboard below.