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A PlayStation 5 price increase is on the way. Unlike the Xbox Series S and Series X machines, locking down a PlayStation 5 at regular price is still quite difficult, despite some of the direct offers that have come available in the last week or so. But it appears things are going to get worse before they get better once again as Sony has now officially announced a price increase on a machine millions of gamers still haven’t even had a chance to purchase yet. The only real glimmer at the end of tunnel here is for US gamers, as it looks as though the price hike will only apply outside of the United States, for now. Head below for more. 

With Gamescom now finally underway, it’s time we got our look at the upcoming Unknown Worlds new sci-fi IP that was teased back at the beginning of the month. Moonbreaker is the studio’s turn-based tabletop-style real-time strategy game that we’ve been waiting to see. There’s a lot of unique aspects of it, and the game enters early access on Steam September 29, so long as all goes according to plan. Curious what all Moonbreaker brings to the table? Let’s take a closer look.

Samsung is unleashing its next-generation internal storage today with the new 990 PRO SSD lineup. Described as the company’s latest high-performance NVMe SSD, it is based on the PCIe 4.0 architecture with “lightning-fast speeds and superior power efficiency” as a follow-up to the 980 PRO heat sink edition – be sure to check out our tutorial review for installing one in your PlayStation 5. Clocking in with even faster transfer rate speeds than its predecessor alongside options with and without the heat sink, you can get a closer look at the new Samsung 990 PRO SSD lineup below. 

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• Apple’s 14- and 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pros with MagSafe on sale from $1,799 (Save $200+)
• Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra hits $625 in 1-day refurb sale (Save 50%), S21 series from $390
• Amazon takes extra 15% off latest Philips Hue Color/White Ambiance smart bulbs from $20

Today ViewSonic is announcing its latest entry into the professional display market with its all-new Forga-certified ColorPro 27-inch VP2786-4K monitor. It comes with 100% coverage of the Adobe RGB color gamut with true 10-bit color depth to ensure “masterpieces can be replicated in their truest form.” Users will also have access to the exclusive ColorPro Sense and ColorPro Wheel to further assist them in their artwork and workflow. Head below to learn more about this new ViewSonic display.

Much like previous rumors suggested, Sony has now officially unveiled the DualSense Edge wireless controller for PlayStation 5 – the first-ever pro-grade ultra-customizable controller developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Years of anticipation from PlayStation gamers alongside Microsoft’s competitor Elite series models have finally fueled the folks at Sony to develop and deliver what is essentially the very first official PlayStation pro controller. Head below for more details on the DualSense Edge wireless controller for PlayStation 5. 

Today, SteelSeries is unveiling a completely new audio lineup with nine total products: three speakers, five headsets, and a microphone. Starting off with the updated Arctis Nova line of headsets, we now have the Nova 7, 3, and 1, which deliver “best-in-their-class” performance and audio quality. Then we have the Arena 3, 7, and 9 speakers, which pack “powerful gaming audio for total immersion.” So without further ado, let’s take a look at the latest SteelSeries Nova and Arena lineups.

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• Tim Cook really wants you to try MagSafe, Apple’s official iPhone 13 charger hits $30
• Save $100 on both of Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE and S20 FE smartphones from $500
• DJI’s latest OM 5 smartphone gimbal stabilizes iPhone and Android videos at $129 low

Today, Anker is launching an all-new addition to its collection of MagSafe power banks, with a just-revealed MagGo release that is its slimmest offering yet. Packing an expected 7.5W output, the new 5,000mAh power bank is designed especially for the latest iPhones with magnetic charging tech and a refreshed, compact design.

While not the exact PlayStation VR2 release date we were hoping for, it is now confirmed for next year. As anticipation ramps up for Sony’s PlayStation VR2 platform, we now have a better idea of when it will hit store shelves. Details on the system have been coming slowly but surely over the last year or so, but we now know PlayStation VR2 will indeed release in 2023, according to recent social posts from Sony on its Japanese Twitter account and on Instagram. Head below for more details. 

Back at the end of July, Logitech released a new collection of gaming accessories geared toward being a bit more gender-inclusive than your average RGB peripheral. And as the certified gamer girl at 9to5, I, of course, had to go hands-on with the new Logitech Aurora collection to see just what the company has cooked up for its most welcoming gaming lineup yet.

Announced over the weekend, Death Stranding is finally making its way to PC Game Pass tomorrow. As one of the most loved games for the past while, Death Stranding is now about to be able to play without having to purchase the title. The game just came to PC back in March of this year, but the fact that it’s entering Game Pass is pretty notable. So, what’s Death Stranding and what exactly comes with this Game Pass release? Let’s take a closer look.

Neumann, founded over 100 years ago, has been making and delivering some of the best audio production gear out there for a long time and has now just unveiled its latest KH 150 studio monitors. While best known for its world-class microphones – many of which can cost several thousands of dollars with slightly more consumer-friendly options in the sub $1,000 range – Neumann also has a lauded lineup of studio monitors that is being expanded today, with the latest model alongside some interesting built-in DSP features, a first for this family of products. Head below for a closer look. 

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• iPad mini 6 finally back in stock at Amazon in all four colors with $59 discount down to $440
• Google Pixel Buds Pro see first discount to $175 (Save $25), plus Pixel Buds A-Series hit $69
• Anker’s GaNPrime chargers see first discounts: 140W power bank $120, more from $52

Hot off the heels of the Toy Story collaboration, CASETiFY today has announced the latest iconic imagery that’ll be getting the iPhone 13 case treatment. Celebrating the iconic fighting game’s 35th anniversary CASETiFY is tapping all of the iconic Street Fighter II visuals for a new Apple accessory collection spanning iPhone 13 cases, MagSafe chargers, and other gear.

Toshiba is a name we all know from years past as a computer maker that’s quietly exited the scene … or have they? Enter Dynabook, who is, per their logo, “Formerly TOSHIBA PC Company.” That’s right, Toshiba has rebranded itself as Dynabook to deliver both entry-level and premium laptops for a wide range of use cases. We’ve spent the past few weeks using the Dynabook Portégé X40L, featuring a 14-inch 16:10 display, Windows 11 Pro, and an i7-1270P vPro processor.

The Dynabook Portégé X40L has some pretty powerful specs and a nice design, though there are a few pitfalls that might make you reconsider the over-$2,000 price tag. So, how is it? Let’s take a closer look below.

The 2022 LEGO Star Wars set lineup is just about wrapped up, with builders just waiting for an official look at the upcoming UCS Razor Crest. Ahead of that reveal, 9to5Toys can now report on what to expect from the 2023 side of the LEGO Star Wars sets. With 13 creations locked in so far for next year, we have all of the details on the next LEGO 501st Battle Pack, first Clone Wars helmets, a new Tie Bomber, and so much more.

With all the computing power out there on the market right now, it was only a matter of time until someone came along to combine it all into one package. The all-new CORSAIR VOYAGER a1600 AMD Advantage Edition gaming and streaming laptop is now available and comes chock full of power with the latest Ryzen processors and Radeon graphics on board. You can order a pre-customized configuration from CORSAIR, or can build out your own a1600 with Origin PC and even get custom UV printing or laser etching.

The full SEGA Genesis Mini 2 game list has now been unveiled. After being officially announced during a livestream back at the beginning of June, SEGA’s continuation of the mini console craze will kick off this fall when the SEGA Genesis Mini 2 launches in late October. Though pre-orders went live last month, we still didn’t have the complete game list yet. But that changes today as SEGA has taken to its official YouTube channel to unveil the complete 60-game library the miniature SEGA console will ship with. Head below for that reveal trailer, the complete SEGA Genesis Mini 2 game list, and more details. 

While Pokémon fans wait for more news on Scarlet and Violet titles dropping later this year, the TCG side of the franchice is recieving a new update today. Arriving as its latest expansion, the new Pokémon Lost Origin set packs plenty of new full-art trainer cards based around Sword and Shield, as well just-released Radiant Pokémon and nearly 250 new cards.

If Razer’s recent stripped-down lightweight FPS-focused gaming mice haven’t been quite your flavor, Roccat is out with a much different take on the gaming mouse – the Kone XP Air. This cord-cutting wireless variant of the Kone XP is marketed as a multi-purpose gaming mouse with up to 29 assignable functions and an RGB-infused charging dock. Coming in at $169.99, we got our hands on the latest gaming mouse from Roccat. Be sure to hit the video below to see all of the details. 

As the summer months come to an end, football season is preparing to kick into gear. After renewing its nearly four-decade partnership with the NFL, Pepsi is looking to award one lucky fan a one-of-a-kind football-watching experience. The Pepsi Gametime Fridge TV is exactly what it sounds like – a TV that has a refrigerator behind it. Keep reading below to learn more and how you can enter to win this TV.

Arriving as a follow up to last year’s more expensive 4K model, Dell is back today with the reveal of a newer webcam that packs all of the same iSight vibes as before. Centered around a 2K sensor, the Dell Pro Webcam comes backed by some software enhancements to round Zoom call upgrade.

This week, Turtle Beach is releasing its all-new REACT-R for Xbox controller. As the first new controller of 2022, the REACT-R is an “ultra-affordable” option that has many of the same core features of the Recon controller we’ve come to know and love, including Superhuman Hearing for connected 3.5mm headsets. What can the REACT-R do? Let’s take a closer look.

The Fanttik X8 APEX delivers a compact, wireless tire inflation system at the ready no matter where and when you might need it most. Getting stuck on the road can be frustrating at best, never mind waiting for someone to come to the rescue, and the handheld Fanttik X8 Apex is here to help. Not only can it also help to inflate bike tires and sports balls, but it also features a motorcycle preset alongside a powerful rechargeable battery to get you back on the road in a pinch. Best of all, it is seeing a sizable price drop today as part of Amazon’s deals of the day. Head below for a closer look. 

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• M1 Mac mini returns to all-time low with first discount in over a month at $570 (Save $129)
• Apple’s M1-powered iPad Air 5 drops to $559 in all five colorways (Up to $70 off)
• Motorola may have just revealed the Edge 2022 today, but the Edge+ is a no-brainer at $500

Audio-Technica has now unveiled the next-generation of its popular AT2020USB+ with the new AT2020USB-X USB mic. Audio-Technica, founded in 1962, has been delivering high-quality recording gear at reasonable prices for years now – I use one of its ATH4050 XLR mics in my home studio – and its AT2020 USB option quickly became one of the more popular models out there when it launched years ago. Fast-forward to today, and the brand is ready to take the design to the next level with the release of the new AT2020USB-X variant. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

After we shared a first look at the all-new creation back on Friday, today the LEGO Group is officially taking the wraps off its latest Ideas creation. Stacking up to 2,065 pieces, the new kit packs more than just a detailed exterior, as there are entirely new LEGO elements to pull off the motorized lighting effects that gives the upcoming Lighthouse its distinct features.

Belkin has recently lanuched a new USB-C hub that looks to be just as compelling of a solution for M1 iMacs as it is for taking with you in the everyday carry. The new Multiport Hub with Mount may look like a typical way to extend I/O, but features a novel design that can be attached to the back of your desktop machine and then unclamped for use on-the-go.

After launching its first new band in years back in March, Pad & Quill is back at it again with its new Apple Watch Field Strap. Debuting today, Pad & Quill is setting the all-leather treatment aside to some degree to deliver a rugged Apple Watch strap made mostly of US ballistic nylon for all models of the popular wearable. Best of all, pre-orders are now live with a solid 20% discount code available below. Hit the jump for more details. 

While we’ve seen Lord of the Rings keycaps from Drop in the past, this time around, the boutique brand went all-out. Launching two custom-designed ENTR keyboards today, Drop is letting you showcase both your support for Dwarves or Elves with its latest release. Sound interesting? Let’s take a closer look down below.

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• Apple Watch Series 7 styles fall to all-time lows from $270 (Reg. $399+)
• OnePlus 10T 256GB smartphone sees pre-order discounts from $599 (Reg. $749)
• Nanoleaf Lines add some modular RGB flair to your HomeKit setup at $180, more from $60

CalDigit has long made some of the best Mac accessories on the market, and the most recent debut to pick up the torch is now finally back in stock. After launching earlier in the year, the CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock is finally available for purchase again courtesy of Amazon. Now back in stock at $399.99 via the retailer, you’ll have been lucky to find this one on virtual shelves at all since initially launching several months ago.

Today, Logitech is announcing the long-awaited follow-up to our favorite portable Bluetooth speaker of 2019. All these years later, Logitech and Ultimate Ears are now launching the all-new WONDERBOOM 3 with some improvements baked into a largely identical form factor including improved battery life and recycled materials.

After the LEGO Group announced last month that the new AT-TE would be delayed into the fall, listings are finally live! As one of the most eagerly-awaited builds of the year, the new Clone Wars walker is finally available for purchase at $139.99 and includes seven minifigures alongside nearly 1,100 pieces.

Are your kids heading back to school? GAP is releasing their kids’ back-to-school collection just in time for all your shopping needs. The collection is called “Everyone Belongs” and was designed to remind us that it’s possible to make room for people of all abilities. Inside this collection you will find denim, khakis, pocket tees, dresses, varsity jackets, and many more items that are highly on trend for this season. Plus, GAP wants the entire collection to be all about versatility, which means you can dress up or down and mix each piece. I also wanted to note that you can score free shipping by signing up for free for a GAP Membership. Head below to find all of our top picks from the new GAPKids’ line, and you will want to be sure to check out Carhartt’s new fall line here as well.

While we’ve reviewed a few headphones in the past from Edifier – the budget-minded audio company also carries an extensive line of bookshelf and home theater speakers. The Edifier MS50A is a smart speaker for the connected home with AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, and a clean, elegant design. Coming in at $150, it is cheaper than an alternative like the One from Sonos, but how does it perform for the price? Be sure to hit the video below to find out. 

It’s time to take a closer hands-on look at the latest from PowerA in our MOGA XP5-i Plus Bluetooth iPhone Controller review. PowerA unleashed its new mobile iPhone controller recently and we have now had enough time to give it a good run for its money to see what it’s all about. Delivering passthrough charging for Apple Arcade and iPhone cloud gamers, the new MOGA XP5-i Plus Bluetooth Controller combines a traditional gamepad with the brand’s gaming clip for an all-in-one mobile gaming setup, but is it worth the $80 price of entry? Head below for more. 

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass subscription just keeps getting better and better. We now have the list of games coming out through the rest of August, and it’s pretty stout. For starters, Midnight Fight Express launches on August 23 as a day one title for Game Pass. Plus, since EA Play is included with all Game Pass tiers, you can also now enjoy Madden NFL ’23 ahead of its official launch, should you subscribe. What else is coming to Game Pass this month? Let’s take a closer look below.

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• Apple’s latest AirPods 3 with Spatial Audio hit $110 thanks to Grade A refurb sale (Save $69)
• Apple’s latest 11-inch iPad Pro delivers M1 power and Thunderbolt from $700 (Save up to $382)
• Sony’s new Xperia PRO-I 4K OLED smartphone with 1-inch sensor hits $1,198 low (Save $600)

Today, ZAGG is introducing its latest Rugged Pro Connect iPad keyboard case. ZAGG has been a mainstay in the Apple gear accessory space for many years, and its latest is specifically geared toward to 10.2-inch iPad models (Gen 7, 8, and 9). The new ZAGG Rugged Pro Connect iPad keyboard case, as the name suggests, is designed with durability in mind to be what the brand refers to as “anything-proof,” whether you’re a healthcare professional or just someone that needs to able to wipe down their case on a regular basis. Head below for a closer look and more details.