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I finally did it—I submitted my Pokémon cards for grading for the very first time. And instead of going with PSA or Beckett, I decided to try something different: TAG. TAG is one of the newer grading companies out there, and what makes them interesting is that they use AI to grade cards, not people. This wasn’t about resale value. I just wanted to experience the entire process and see if it’s worth it for a casual collector like me. I found there to be a lack of content online on the step-by-step nuanced detail, so I figured I’d do it myself.

I recently went hands-on with UGREEN’s FineTrack Smart Finder which is a reliable AirTag alternative I still use daily to keep track of my car keys and get notifications if/when I leave it behind. While its compact design works well for keys, backpacks, and travel luggage, it’s too thick for a wallet. So when the folks over at UGREEN reached out asking if I wanted to test their FineTrack Slim wallet tracker, I was immediately intrigued. At 1.7mm thick, it’s perfect for keeping in your wallet without making it feel bulky. I’ve been using it for a while now and it’s time to tell you if it’s worth the price.

After Nintendo confirmed that it would not be raising prices on Switch 2 the way it did on the accessories, we also got confirmation that it would be holding strong on Switch 2 exclusive games and the Switch 2 Edition releases as well. Donkey Kong Bananza, Mario Kart World, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild Switch 2 Editions, as well as Kirby and The Forgotten Land and Super Mario Party Jamboree Switch 2 Editions, both with the already announced expansion packs, are all going to be big ticket items that are going up for pre-order tonight alongside the console. 

Update 4/24: Switch 2 pre-orders are scheduled go live again this morning at GameStop.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are now live at Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and more. Nintendo hosted its long-awaited Switch 2 Direct on April 2, 2025 after officially unveiling the new Switch 2 console back in January, and, after pre-orders were initially delayed, they are finally set to go live at (just about) all major retailers in the U.S any minute, and it might be a good idea to go get in the queue folks, just in case.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are going live tonight at just about all major retailers across the U.S. and Canada. Nintendo has announced that pre-orders will begin on April 24 – they will actually start late tonight on April 23 if you’re on the west coast (more details below on this) – and at the same price it initially announced in early April. Despite the delays and market uncertainty in the wake of global tariffs, Nintendo has held firm on the June 5 releases date as well as the price both of the standard Switch 2 console and the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle, and pre-orders will go live in well under 24 hours now. 

Arc finally expanded its horizons, reaching beyond the aerospace-grade metal smartphone bumper cases it cut its teeth on (and made a name for itself with) by releasing its all-new Arc Pulse AirPods Pro 2 case. Leveraging a similar design and installation process, I love its iPhone 16 Pro Bumper Case and couldn’t wait to see if it could bring that magic to AirPods – spoiler alert…it totally did. My complete hands-on impressions await below. 

Let’s-a-go! Nintendo has now officially announced that Switch 2 pre-orders will begin next week in the U.S. No more leaks, no rumors, no maybes, this is it…the real thing (again). And on top of that, pricing will remain exactly the same as was initially announced. 

As a country girl from Mississippi, I was never much a fan of camping – for one, because that far south, temperatures and humidity were unbearable during certain times of the year, and for another, because we already lived in a rural area so I would always rather enjoy nature near home and return to the comforts of AC when I was exhausted and dehydrating. It wasn’t until I moved northward, now living in NYC for 17 years, that I came to enjoy the disconnect camping – or even just hanging out all day in a park – could afford. Of course, this usually involves filling and refilling a cooler with more and more ice as the hours went on, which is no longer a problem when introducing an electric cooler into the equation. Enter the Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L Electric Cooler with its dual-zone compartments, which I’ve been testing out despite New York’s still-chilly spring weather, but will certainly be a useful companion once the recreational baseball season here picks up later this month, running through summer. Head below to read about my experience so far with this all-new model that makes ice runs a thing of the past.

We live in an exciting time for technology regarding health and wellness. Long gone are the analog scales moving a jittery and uncertain needle while only providing your weight. Today, you can get a body composition scale like the two below from RunSTAR. Both scales measure and track your weight over time, providing many other metrics I hadn’t even considered. I tested two RunStar models and compared them to see which is right for you.

If you live in a home with pets, kids, or have regular visitors coming and going, then you know floors are bound to get dirty, and while cleaning is a necessity, it may be quite the annoying task once you factor in your other responsibilities into the equation. That’s why I have been an enthusiastic supporter of adding robot cleaners to my home, which has been a true game changer – both for my apartment’s upkeep, as well as for my own sanity, as it allows me a little more breathing room in my personal life to unwind and relax. After the major improvements I saw with Yeedi’s M12 Pro+ model, I was excited to see what the brand had improved upon with its latest release, the flagship S14 Plus Robot Vacuum and Mop, which has taken things to the next level. Continue reading below to learn more about what to expect through setup, performance, and some of the highlights that come with this upgraded model.

Today, we’re going hands-on with UGREEN’s new Finder Tag – a fresh alternative to Apple’s AirTag that hit the scene earlier this year. Currently at $12.59 Prime shipped, this item tracker is half of what Apple charges which makes it a budget-friendly alternative. The real question, however, is whether it holds its own against the AirTag, or is it just another alternative at a throwaway price. Let’s dive into some real-world impressions and see if UGREEN’s Find My-compatible tracker is actually worth your money.

Now that the Switch 2 unveiling hype has died down and we are entering the pre-order stage, I began to wonder to myself if the Switch 2 is worth it over my Switch OLED. It’s easy to assume the Switch 2 is the obvious choice – but for many players, especially casual gamers or families, the Switch OLED might actually be the better value. Here’s why:

Journey has quickly started to implement Apple Find My into many of its Apple accessory offerings, the latest of which include its new steel tumbler and the LOC8 URBAN Leather Key Organizer we are taking a look at today. This hands-on review also includes impressions on the mostly identical MOTION Key Organizer model as well, both of which are now seeing some notable price drops when added to your cart. If you’re looking for some trackable key organization for your EDC, head below for a closer look.

The original Nintendo Switch revitalized the idea of a gaming handheld for the modern world, leading to a ton of new devices hitting the market over the past couple of years. As we now approach the debut of Switch 2, one of the big questions is how Nintendo’s latest will compare to the PC-like gaming handhelds available today. After spending some time with the Lenovo Legion Go S as of late, I’m all the more on board with a new Switch.

After nearly a decade, Nintendo finally returned with a true successor to the original Switch. The Nintendo Switch 2, unveiled at Nintendo’s Direct event, brings long-awaited upgrades across the board – from display and performance to multiplayer features and accessories. I spent some hands-on time with the device at press-only Nintendo event yesterday, and as someone who has owned every Switch variant from the OG Switch to the Switch OLED, here are my thoughts.

Update: Nintendo has officially announced $450 price for Switch 2, $500 Mario Kart bundle, and pre-orders start next week!

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct goes live today. After months of questions and speculation, Nintendo will take the virtual stage this morning to fully reveal the Nintendo Switch 2. After a first-look official trailer finally ended years of waiting back in January, Nintendo is set to host a lengthy Direct event this morning on Switch 2 and it’s all set to go live in just a few hours time now. 

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct goes live in just over 24 hours now. After years of rumors, leaks, and speculation that finally culminated in an official reveal of the next-generation of Nintendo gaming earlier this year, the flagpole for this stage of the Switch 2 launch is just over the next hill folks! All of the details you need on the Switch 2 Direct are waiting down below alongside everything we know thus far on pre-order dates and a quick look back at the major announcements over the last couple months await below. 

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct continues today and, after going over the pre-order details, Switch 2 enhanced games, colorway options, the new 3D Mario game, leaked details on the upcoming Zelda releases, and the spring/early summer launch expectations, today we are talking controllers – more specifically the Switch 2 Pro Controller. Details on the new Joy-Con have come to light via new official renders in the Nintendo Today! app alongside a host of seemingly official patent filings, but the seemingly inevitable Switch 2 Pro Controller remains (mostly) elusive. 

Holiday season is when console makers tend to ship a ton of units. They’re a popular gift idea that’s pretty much guaranteed to be a slam dunk no matter which age group you’re buying for. This rings especially true with Nintendo, as it can appeal to kids, adults, and even elderly folks as well. So it’s not crazy to wonder why Nintendo would release Switch 2 during the spring or summer. Continue reading to find out what time of year Nintendo and other console makers tend to unleash their new systems.

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct rolls on and today we are turning our attention back to the games. The internet has been ablaze the last few days with a string of pre-order date leaks – Best Buy says they begin on April 2 right after the Direct showcase and leaked internal documents say April 9…we will see – but whenever it releases (likely June), it’s really all about the games, and if you’re not talking Mario and friends, you’re talking Zelda. 

Turtle Beach is out with its first accessory in its sim racing ecosystem – the VelocityOne Multi-Shift. And much like its base sim racing package, the Multi-Shift is a multi-purpose shifter that can be set up as an h-pattern shifter, sequential shifter, or a handbrake. It can even be configured for up to 14 gears with a high and low mode. But, like I found in my full VelocityOne Race review, is it trying to do too much? Let’s check it out. 

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct continues today with a closer look at the launch games, and more specifically the rumors, leaks, and details on the upcoming 3D Mario game. We are now just 6 days away from the full reveal of Nintendo Switch 2 and more than likely the first-party games it will be launching with (in what is likely just a couple months now) so let’s dive in. 

Today, on this new edition of our 9to5Toys Travel Kit series, we’re taking a quick look at some gear I’m packing into a small kit for a week-long trip to Europe with a couple of long-haul flights. I’m going light on the tech front as this is more of a vacation than a work assignment, but I’ll still have all the essentials to keep my devices charged and my things in check. Head below to find what I’m packing in my leather sling bag, particularly the gear that’ll help me through those long flights.

While I have purchased just about every major game console over the last 15 years or so, I’ve arguably owned more Nintendo Switch consoles than any other. This is due to the fact that not only do standard, Lite, and OLED models exist, but also a bunch of different colorways. Nintendo is one of the rare instances where I allow myself to splurge with color, and Switch 2 so far has been a letdown. Continue reading to find out why I think we could see more colorways sooner rather than later.

Nintendo dropped its new Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch OLED bundle to celebrate Mario Day! This bundle includes the best Mario has to offer and some other goodies to help sweeten the deal. However, with the unveiling of Switch 2 looming, it looks like it could be the final official Switch 1 bundle.

The Countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct rolls on: T-9 Days. There are nine days left until Nintendo takes over the internet again to fully unveil the new Nintendo Switch 2 and our countdown to the big day continues now. Yesterday we detailed everything we know about the upcoming pre-orders to get gamers ready, including some reliable sources claiming the pre-sale will begin right after the April 2 Direct presentation (all of the details you need are right here), and today we are going to be going over the most exciting early details that have been floating around on Switch 2 hardware specs – display upgrades, core graphics performance that support enhanced games, new Joy-Con features, and more. 

If you have pets like I do, keeping your floors clean can feel like a never-ending battle. The second my floors are clean, dog hair tends to magically reappear. Running a robot vacuum every day or so has really helped and the latest robot to take on this challenge has been the Saros 10R from Roborock.

“Holy Santa Claus sh!t” Just like in Step Brothers, you too can explore the dark with Night Vision Binoculars from WASOCA. Even better, you can do so in 4K with the ability to record and snap images. We got the chance to test these bad boys out for ourselves, which you can see in the full video review below.

I am a big proponent of metal and leather Apple Watch bands, but I do like me some more comfortable fabric models in casual situation, and the new Spigen Athlex Air immediately caught my eye when it surfaced for the first time earlier this month. The brand tends to make super affordable gear that’s much better than the price tags suggest, and now it’s time to strap one on and see if that’s true for the new Athlex Air as well. 

Why not get a workout while you’re working? It’s an option I’ve always considered as someone who works from home, but I never pulled the trigger. That is until Flexispot sent me a sample of its WPM03 Walking Treadmill, which I put through the paces (literally) and compiled my thoughts alongside a more in depth video below.

In this day and age, many people’s pets are their family and come with on trips whenever possible. Like our human loved ones, it’s important to keep animals like our dogs safe during car rides. Additionally, keeping your vehicle safe from scratches, hair, and “liquids” is important. To do this, dog car seat covers like the one I tested from Twesync with the help of my Great Pyrenees Stella checks a lot of those boxes. If you want to see more of Stella, be sure to watch my full video review below.

I am not a big fan of MagSafe wallets in general, but these lockable models have been real attention grabbers around here over the last few months, and I thought it was time to see what all the fuss was about. Today we are hands-on with one of the more popular options known as the Spigen TinTap, so let’s dive in and see how this thing feels in action.

The GMMK 3 Pro HE, at least on paper, looks like the only keyboard you’ll ever need for your battlestation. It offers a fully customizable design, a durable aluminum case, gasket mounting with sound dampening material for a soft and comfortable typing experience, support for both MX and Hall effect switches, and more. It carries an expensive price tag, but it ticks almost every box for an enthusiast, ensuring it stands as a highly customizable option for all your needs. I’ve been using this as my primary keyboard for both work and play over the last few weeks, and I’m here to tell you whether it’s worth the premium price tag. Hit the jump for a closer look at the keyboard along with all the details.

Anyone who owns a home enjoys camping or works remotely should consider owning a portable power station, like the Andes 1500 from Ampace, for example. This ultra-efficient, sustainable power station is backed by major players in the battery manufacturing industry, and after putting it to the test, I can say it delivers quality portable power in a number of helpful ways.

There has been some talk regarding a second screen functionality for Switch 2, you know, DS-style, but a newly surface patent filing is also pointing at potential magnetic smartphone integration for Nintendo’s new console. We have already seen details on some relatively new patents that all but confirm the magnetic Joy-Con and mouse mode, but it looks as though Nintendo could have some kind of magnetic attachment in the works that could enable a second screen functionality by way of your smartphone for Switch 2, and potentially and entire modular accessory holder system for other devices. 

If you grew up watching the Chicago Bulls in the 1990s like me, there’s a sweet memory of shooting hoops and wanting to dunk like Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan. In reality, I can barely touch the rim on a ten-foot hoop, but thanks to the Pro Mini Basketball Hoop from BADGOAL, I was able to create my own dunk contest in the comfort of my home office… although my shooting could use a lot of work. Be sure to watch me embarrass myself on the mini hoop in my video below.

Today we are taking a hands-on look at the new Spigen Tag Me item locators – the brand’s latest AirTag competitors that surfaced earlier this year. They might be about half the price of an AirTag, the question is whether or it’s worth saving the cash or not? Head below for some hands-on impressions of the new Spigen Find My AirTag competitors.

You know CASETiFY? The smartphone case company? Of course you do. Well it has turned its best-selling Bounce case for iPhone and other devices into carry-on luggage and we are hands-on today to give it a run for its money and drop down some impressions for folks.

While we did happen to coincidentally spot some of these deals popping yesterday (that is what we do after all), Nomad has now officially launched a wide-ranging overstock sale featuring a number of its newer releases for iPhone 16 alongside some bundle offers that combine its wonderful MagSafe chargers with its premium cables and wall chargers too. Head below for a closer look. 

Anker debuted a pair of new display-equipped chargers at CES this year (reviews on the way for those), but neither of them offered up the versatility I was after in the way its latest Prime Power Bank does. It is also a more compact solution, providing both entirely portable power bank functionality while also doubling as a wall charger – this is exactly what I needed for my EDC, so let’s find out what this thing is like in hand and what it’s like to actually use. 

Nomad has just launched its brand-new, next-generation ChargeKey. This compact USB-C cable accessory is designed to land on your keychain (or in your EDC) to provide on-the-go charging and, this time around, data transfer action for iPhone, iPad, MacBook Pro, Android devices, and more for $25. Head below for a closer look and some hands-on impressions for the new Nomad ChargeKey – this might be the best mini USB-C I have ever tested out.

It’s time we collect all of the best Presidents’ Day deals into one handy spot for you. We have been scouring the interwebs over the last week or so in the lead up to today’s holiday, and there is a massive selection of discounts now up for grabs on the latest Apple and Google gear, Samsung tech, and accessories for all of it. Those offers also join a hand-curated collection of apparel and footwear deals, PC gaming upgrades, loads of EVs and e-bikes, plus much more.

Not all Apple Watch bands are made equal, and this SANDMARC Grade 5 Titanium treatment is more than a few steps above the rest if you ask me. It’s going to cost you, and you’ll need to have a particularly affinity for the finer material things in life to want to shell out the cash, but if you do you’re in for a real treat. Head below for some hands-on impressions.

There’s loads of varying third party MagSafe wallets on the market, many of which offer more features than Apple’s official wallet. Apple’s MagSafe wallet comes in at $49, and is exclusively available in the less-than-ideal FineWoven material.

MOFT’s Magnetic Wallet Stand comes in at half the price, is made of vegan leather, and has a number of unique features.

The world of eBikes is crowded and often derivative. Due to speed laws, many of the performance specs on these bikes are similar, so how does a brand stand out in today’s market? Technology. Urtopia has created a standout all-terrain eBike called the Carbon Fusion GT, the most tech-clad two-wheel vessel I’ve ever tested. Be sure to check out my full video review below.

Utilizing Apple CarPlay has become a pretty common feature across modern automobiles, but in many cases, displaying your iPhone screen directly on your vehicle’s infotainment screen still requires a physical cord. To bridge that gap, we tested out the Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapter from TERUNSOUI.

Anyone who has decorated a living space can argue that lighting plays a large role in the overall vibe of the room. Aside from house lights, other devices like an LED floor lamp, for example, can transform the entire mood of a space at the push of a button. That transformation was evident when testing the Smart RBG LED Floor Lamp from Keepsmile.

The new Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra have arrived with massive preorder deals at the ready, and it’s now time to scope out our favorite case options. Alongside the official offerings from Samsung, we have put together a collection of our favorite options, from the wild and highly customizable options in the new Dbrand collection to ultra-affordable models, Qi2 magnetic cases, protective military-style variants, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the best new Galaxy S25 cases.