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While it seemed like we were going to have to wait until the usual September slot for the next big Nintendo Direct, today is the day folks. After seeing two Nintendo livestream presentations in as many weeks with IndieWorld and the Partner Showcase, Nintendo did not make us wait all that long for its next big presentation, and this time it’s all about Kirby Air Riders. 

A power strip is probably the most overlooked piece of eletronics most of us have on our desk – usually hidden away because, well, it’s “just a power strip.” But what if there was a way to turn this dull accessory into a centerpiece instead of an eyesore? Genki, known for its accessories and gaming gear, has done exactly that with the Moonbase. I’ve been using Genki’s fancy new power strip as a replacement to my basic Belkin surge protector for a few weeks now to see how it stacks up. Hit the jump for more details and a closer look.

I recently tested the EyeVac Air, a dual cleaning device that takes a home HEPA air purifier and adds a touchless vacuum feature for even easier cleaning options. Below are my thoughts and a full video review.

Burton Goods recently unleashed a series of new leather accessories with its latest lineup of wallets, card holders, and the passport model, but it also released the gorgeous new Leather Techfolio Cord Organizer as well. What quite possibly might be the prettiest new way to tame your tech accessories on-the-go or at home has arrived in the 9to5toys offices, and we have now put it to the test. 

If you’ve ever been disappointed by those 5,000mAh MagSafe battery packs that barely get your iPhone to 60%, you’re not alone. In steps, solid-state battery tech. It’s quietly becoming one of the most exciting upgrades for smartphone accessories. It amplifies all the best things of a regular lithium battery and also alleviates all the bad. It is more dense, giving you more power per mAh, it’s way more durable, and offers Qi2 compatibility.

Those of us with furry companions always seek out the best ways to provide comfort, whether that is through play, feedings, or more. Petcube has quite a reputation for its interactive tech that is focused on elevating everyday pet essentials, and with the brand’s latest Fountain, not only does it provide smarter features than we usually see from competitor water bowls, but it also comes easier to clean and keep sanitary. I’ve gone through countless water fountains for my cats, but this one certainly raises the bar much higher than I expected, with my hands-on experience laid out for you below so you know just what you’ll be getting should you choose this new model.

Nintendo continues to reach into its nostalgia pocket to generate hype about its products and services. This time, they have brought back the beloved GameCube controller that I grew up with. I spent years playing games on the GameCube with that iconic purple controller. So of course, I wanted to get my hands on it to see what it was like in 2025 and see if it was worth the price tag because there are a few things you need to know before getting one.

Another month arrives and so too does the new lineup of LEGO sets that will be hitting the shelves after the clock officially ticks over into August – and unlike last month, we’re seeing a massive collection of 107 new building sets! Several of these new builds are already available for preorder if you can’t bear to wait and want to lock down yours before midnight, with a fully curated list waiting for you below so you can start planning which of them you’ll be jumping on once the sale’s gate officially opens.

Nintendo Direct goes live today with the first major Partner Showcase of the Switch 2 generation, and you can watch it down below. There have been rumors abound for months on end for upcoming Microsoft Xbox titles coming to the platform, plenty of Ubisoft games, and chances are we will get some updates on those here today. Release dates for already confirmed Switch 2 ports like Elden Ring and the FF VII remake seem likely and we have heard word of Metaphor: ReFantazio and Death Stranding: Director’s Cut ports as well. But enough with the speculation (for now), as the show is set to go live very soon!

Nintendo has finally gone official with long-awaited and much anticipated July Nintendo Direct. The livestream will mark the first proper Direct since Switch 2 launched, outside of the dedicated shows we have already got for the system’s two biggest launch titles, but we can’t help but be mildly skeptical/disappointed with what we know so far regarding tomorrow’s show – it is a Partner showcase after all. 

We’ve tested a bunch of chargers here at 9to5Toys, and while there are plenty of good ones that we continue to recommend, most of them fall short somewhere or the other – be it when it comes to the number of devices it can charge or the overall output it can deliver simultaneously. There are only a handful of charging stations out there on the market that can do it all, and the UGREEN Nexode 500W 6-port charging station we’re checking out today is one of them. This particular charger has been sitting on my desk as my main charger, topping off everything from my iPhone, AirPods, MacBook Air, and even my other everyday essentials like mouse and DualSense controller. Hit the jump to learn more about it and see if you want to pick it up for your charging needs, too.

America’s best-selling e-bike has taken a step further in its evolution, all while maintaining its accessibility to the everyday rider. Lectric’s new XP4 750 Folding Utility e-bike is quite the step up for the XP series, coming well-rounded and stocked with a solid array of features for a quality, high-performing experience. With the new descendant models, the king of the proverbial e-mobility hill has given the XP4 e-bikes more power, further traveling range, an even smoother ride, and a bunch of safety upgrades that are quite impressive for its affordable pricing. Whether you’re in the market for a cruiser, a commuter, or in need of a cargo-carrying alternative, Lectric has offered quite the support for it all with this new model. You can learn more about the XP4 750’s capabilities and my hands-on impression below.

Rumors are abound of a July Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showcase, as we reported previously. This also comes along with predictions and rumors from reliable sources, both old and new, of which games might make an appearance. There are loads of major third-party titles that haven’t been made official yet, not to mention some big-time titles that still need an official release date, and what would the first major Direct showcase after the Switch 2 be without a huge drop from Nintendo’s development teams?

MagSafe wallets are a great alternative to traditional wallets, especially if you prefer to travel light with just a couple of cards and little to no cash. I personally love the convenience – they let me leave my regular wallet behind and carry one less item every time I step out. Having said that, I’m yet to find the one that checks all the right boxes for me. Most MagSafe wallets I’ve tried either don’t have enough space and barely fit one or two cards, or they don’t feel sturdy enough to keep my cards securely in place. The one we’re checking out here from SUPCASE seem to get a lot of things right while also adding some notable extras. Let’s dive in and see what it’s like to use one of these every day.

For the final set of the Scarlet and Violet TCG era, Pokémon went all out. They decided to bring Unova Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White, and they did not disappoint. We got our hands on a few of the awesome products set to release this Friday July 18th. Here is what you should know.

Last week, I was lucky enough to get an extended hands-on look at the new Donkey Kong Bananza, and if you are a fan of Donkey Kong, even in the slightest, you will have a blast with this game. To sum it up in one sentence, picture the classic DK energy and quirkiness you love, and combine it with a stress relief smash room and even some RPG-type leveling up, and you have the perfect DK game. Here is what you need to know.

The Vantrue Sonnet S1 Pro Max aims to stand out in a crowded dashcam market with dual 4K recording, STARVIS 2 sensors, and a long list of advanced features. I’ve been using it for a while and wanted to see how well it performs in everyday driving conditions—particularly at night. So how does it stack up?

The final 24 hours of the massive Amazon Prime Day sale is now in full swing. We have already uncovered some fresh new price drops and most of the best deals are still alive and well – everything awaits you down below. From the best prices ever on some of Apple’s latest and most popular releases, to the brand new Samsung foldables and massive price drops across the Google pixel ecosystem, we also have deals on all of the storage and tech accessories you could ever need, loads of top-tier e-bike offers, and some of the lowest prices to date on the biggest smart home gear in the game, plus a whole lot more. Head below for our updated Prime Day deals hub. 

We are now officially into day 3 of Amazon’s massive 96-hour Prime Day sale. We are once again seeing a series of new deals pop up in its Today’s Big Deals section alongside a host of fresh discounts we have sleuthed out in the early hours of the morning. We have also caught Amazon dropping the official Prime Day prices it offered on Tuesday even lower for a number of ticket tech items alongside a fresh batch of Apple, Google, and Samsung discounts, deals on Anker charging gear, a new collection of LEGO price drops, fresh e-bike offers, and loads of accessories for all of it. Head below to scope out our Day 3 Prime Day deals hub. 

We are officially moving into day 2 of the massive 2025 July Prime Day sale at Amazon. Alongside huge summer savings events at Walmart and Target, as well as the Black Friday in July sale at Best Buy, we are looking at the best prices of the year on a gigantic number of products, not to mention a series of new all-time lows on big ticket gear from Apple and brand new releases in the e-bikes space, but that’s just for starters. Down below you will find an updated collection of all the best Prime Day deals now up for grabs, including all of yesterday’s top offers and the new deals that are going live for day 2.

The official Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale has now begun with 4 straight days of price drops across just about every product category. We have already been working through the night to uncover the most notable deals and this is the place to find the best of the best. From Apple, Google, and Samsung gear right through to all of the best accessories for all of them, smart home deals, e-bikes, and much more. 

Amazon Prime Day 2025 is now live! We are looking at the biggest and most impressive array of discounts Amazon has ever offered at one time, from Apple, Samsung, and Google gear right through to small kitchen appliances, yard tools, EVs, smart TVs, smart home gear, apparel, and everything in between. Today’s first batch daily discounts are now live alongside a gigantic selection of discounts you can shop at a discount right now. 

Down below you’ll find a collection of the all the best 4th of July deals live today. We are indeed on the horizon of the massive summer Prime Day event, so there will be a whole lot more big ticket deals landing then, but there are certainly loads of notable deals across the Apple and Samsung lineup alongside accessories for all of it, big-time PC laptop and gaming rig offers, e-bikes, power stations, and plenty of smart home gear as well. You’ll also find loads of early Prime Day deals on Amazon’s in-house gear already on tap today too.

For those of you with penchant for leather craftsmanship, gorgeous carriers for your EDC and tech, and an affinity for the finer things, meet the new Harber London Leather Crossbody Bag. Easily the most gorgeous lightweight tech carrier I have tested out for summer 2025, let’s dive into some hands-in impressions to see if the hefty price tag is actually worth it. 

One of the biggest issues I often run into with Hall effect gaming keyboards is that they typically fall short when it comes to typing experience outside of gaming. The few that do get it right – or at least come close – like the Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE, usually cost over $300. As someone who enjoys building and tweaking mechanical keyboards as a hobby, I found myself constantly switching between standard mechanical keyboards for typing and Hall effect models for gaming. That changed when I got my hands on the Luminkey Magger68 Pro HE. Built by a brand known for offering a wide range of layouts and catering to enthusiasts with “high-end” custom boards, the Magger68 strikes that rare balance, at least for me. It’s not only great for typing but also includes all the key magnetic keyboard features like customizable actuation points. I’ve been using it as my main keyboard for both work and gaming over the past few weeks, and in this review, I’ll break down whether it’s worth considering for your setup. Hit the jump for a closer look.

UGREEN offers a wide range of MagSafe chargers, but the 3-in-1 MagFlow charger we’re looking at today stands out as one of the more compact and travel-friendly options. It can charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once, making it a convenient all-in-one solution. I’ve recently swapped out UGREEN’s Uno Qi2 15W 2-in-1 charger for this model, and it’s been a great upgrade for my desk — especially since it’s more compact and supports an extra device. Dive in below for my hands-on impressions of the UGREEN 15W 3-in-1 MagFlow charger.

Just after the reveal of its next-generation flagship earbuds, Bose debuted and launched its all-new SoundLink Plus portable speaker. We have had a couple weeks to put it to the test to see if that $269 price of entry is worth it, and without giving up too many spoilers, it very much is if you can appreciate a minimalist speaker that sounds great but doesn’t come with many extras. 

Half of the point of the Nintendo Switch 2 is to use it on the go, but you certainly want a case to do that. The dbrand Killswitch is, in many ways, the best Nintendo Switch 2 case I could ask for, but it does have one big flaw.

Over the years, I have tested wallets of all shapes, form factors, functions, and sizes, from traditional bi-folds to MagSafe wallets to wallets made of metal. Some were great, some were not so much. But even with the ones that I like, I always felt like I was sacrificing something. Whether it was not enough for the cards to fit, or there were no mgsafe capabilities, or the wallet was too thick. So when I saw the new Puncube Mech wallet and saw their fan-out mechanism to display their cards, I knew I had to try it. After using it daily, here’s why it’s officially my new favorite wallet.

It it’s time to take a look at the upcoming Switch 2 game release schedule. The Switch 2 is clearly off to a wonderful start in terms of sales and Mario Kart World has (mostly) been a big hit among gamers, but despite Switch 2 delivering a more or less solid launch lineup as far as new console launches go, there still feels like something is missing for me. That said, there are some wonderful upgraded Switch 1 games to enjoy and whole host of notable titles on the horizon, both this year and next. 

Mario Kart World and the rest of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch games are out in the wild now, but the next major release on Nintendo’s schedule is Donkey Kong Bananza. The all-new 3D DK game has a ton of Super Odyssey vibes, and we have already had a decent look at the game, but there is still more Nintendo wants to show us before its release on Switch 2 come July 17. And today’s dedicated Donkey Kong Bananza Nintendo Direct presentation starts soon. 

Update: The mention below regarding the inner flap needing to be longer might actually be a bigger problem than it first appeared after the first week of testing. You should avoid this case as the inner zipper might damage the Switch 2 if you’re not super careful with it.

There’s loads of Switch 2 cases out there already, but the fabric-like finish and minimalist approach of the Spigen Klasden caught my eye. If you’re into the flashy, colorful models, you’ll want to look elsewhere, but if you like what you’re seeing from the Klasden in the images, head below for some hands-on impressions.

I’ve been on the hunt for a new portable SSD solution and, despite some of the issues its drives have had in past years, SanDisk’s Extreme lineup has been a reliable one for me so opted to test out the latest SanDisk Extreme PRO with USB4. While data transfer speed rates have been spotty at times without modern Thunderbolt 5 ports, it has otherwise been a reliable solution worth considering for all but the most hardcore professionals out there. Let’s dive in.

Satechi recently expanded its collection of FindAll accessories with its new Find My-equipped Keychain, Luggage Tag, Glasses Case, and the wallet Card we are taking a closer look at today. The brand’s Find My passport holder was hit around here last year – it has remained my go-to solution ever since – and I have high hopes for the new Satechi FindAll Card too. Head below for my hands-ion impressions. 

Summer is here, and I opened my pool for the season with the help of the AquaSense 2 Ultra robotic pool cleaner from Beatbot. This AI-powered pool robot has 5-in-1 cleaning capabilities, several accessories, and a handy app with some excellent features.

After months of buildup, the Nintendo Switch 2 is here. I got early access to everything at a private event hosted by Nintendo at their flagship store in NYC. I was able to pick up the full launch lineup directly from Nintendo, including the console, accessories, and the new Mario Kart World game.

I’ve spent some time unboxing it all, setting things up, and playing with some of the accessories. While I think this is a fantastic upgrade to the Switch 1, its not all good. Let’s dive into the unboxing and first impressions.

Everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch 2 has been collected into one handy guide for you below for tonight’s midnight launch. Nintendo’s next-generation console will hit store shelves tonight at Walmart (Nintendo Switch 2 Console and the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle), midnight pickup lines, and doorsteps starting tomorrow morning. We have collected all of the stories, rumors, and details on Switch 2 in the lead up to tonight’s launch alongside details on purchase availability – consoles will go live for purchase again at midnight ET on June 5.

Good morning and welcome to Best of 9to5Toys Weekly – a one-stop shop for all of the week’s best deals on Apple gear, Samsung and Android tech, accessories for smartphones and Macs, intelligent household upgrades, and even deals to update your wardrobe. The all-new Best of 9to5Toys collects all of the most notable deals and organizes them neatly into one handy catalog for you to peruse every Saturday morning.

One of Pokémon’s most anticipated sets of all time is officially here. This set pays homage to the original Team Rocket set of 2000 and also adds in some hero trainer cards like Ethan’s Ho-oh and Misty’s Psyduck. Pokémon is also releasing some unique promo cards for launch day! Here is everything you need to know.

Welcome to our collection of the best Memorial 2025 deals now up for grabs. From Apple and Samsung gear to the now live Google sale event, right through to EVs and power stations, gear for your PC battlestation, charging accessories, and loads of fashion brands, there are thousands of price drops up for grabs today and this is the place to find all of the notable highlights. Everything awaits down below and we will be updating this post throughout the day as more of the most notable discounts go live.

Logitech just unveiled its new G522 Lightspeed gaming headset, and if you have used its G733 over the years, then this is the perfect upgrade. They kept all the good and improved on all the details. The G522 builds on what made the G733 such a fantastic gaming headset, like being lightweight, having amazing battery life, and providing solid audio while improving that audio and making it even more comfortable. Here is what you need to know.

Early this year at CES 2025 Satechi unveiled its new OntheGo travel chargers, complete with a fold out design and 15W Qi2 MagSafe charging. The form and function isn’t particularly unique, but Satechi is one of the best in the game when it comes to Apple gear accessories, and now that the new OntheGo is up for purchase to all, we wanted to give them a go for ourselves.

It’s finally starting to warm up, and the trees are turning green, making for excellent scenery for my latest tech review. This time, I took the Buzz Drone eBike for a spin. This stylish and functional moto-inspired electric bike can handle tough terrain and roads alike.

Sony has now officially unveiled the new WH-1000XM6 headphones. What might be the most anticipated pair of headphones in the last year has finally arrived as a follow up to some of the most cherished over-ear ANC cans in the business. This time around featuring a new, faster processor, enhanced noise cancellation, even better call quality with upgraded AI noise reduction, and a nicer, more compact design, the question is whether or not all of this and another jump in price will have fans trading out their beloved XM5s (or something from the other brands) for the new XM6.

Samsung has now officially launched the new Galaxy S25 Edge and we have the best pre-order deals you’ll find anywhere. The ultra-thin smartphone delivers one of its thinnest and most sleek Samsung devices to date, and pre-orders are now live with up to $630 in instant trade-in credit up for grabs alongside a FREE storage upgrade and our exclusive $50 Samsung credit you can score when clicking through any of the links in this post to make your purchase. 

The ESR MagMouse, which launched on Kickstarter just over a week ago, aims to solve a specific problem: making your mouse easier to carry. While you can always toss it into your backpack, what about those moments when you’re quickly moving between meetings or classes and want to carry it more conveniently with your laptop? According to the brand, its new $36 MagMouse (now $26 for early backers) – which I’ve been testing for about a week – is designed specifically for that purpose. The mouse works as advertised and I’m here to tell you all about it. Hit the jump for more details.

Anker recently sent over its brand-new 14-in-1 Prime TB5 Docking Station for review and so we could throw out some early hands-on impressions of its latest workstation hub. Loaded with I/O around every turn, a sweet onboard halo light around the top, and a built-in cooling system (no external power supply here), we have had a week or so to test it out, so let’s dive in. 

The biggest day in the galaxy has finally arrived, as the May the 4th festivities officially begin for Star Wars Day 2025. A string of new releases join a massive collection of deals on just about all things Star Wars today from LEGO and collectibles, to games on all major platforms, clothing, tech accessories, and even life-size figures in the form of functioning droids and the most adorable Jedi in the galaxy. We have collected all of the top May the 4th deals and gear you need to check out today down below with even more on the way shortly.