Logitech’s colorful multi-device Bluetooth keyboard for Mac hasn’t sold for less at $30 (Save 25%)

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Amazon now offers the Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard for Mac at $29.99 shipped. Normally fetching $40, you’re now looking at one of the first price cuts in quite some time on the compact peripherial and a new all-time low on the refreshed blueberry style, too. It’s a 25% discount that hasn’t been beaten before on any of the three styles, either. Equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, this keyboard can switch between three different devices for streamlining your workstation. It’s ideal for pairing with an iPad, but can also handle typing on your Mac or even bridging the gap between macOS and Windows, the Logitech K380 also has FLOW support for copying and pasting between machines and 24-month battery life. 

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PRO-G40 review: SanDisk’s new 2700MB/s portable Thunderbolt SSD is one of the best, but it’s going to cost you

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It’s time to take a closer look at the new SanDisk portable SSD, officially known as the PRO-G40. The SanDisk portable solid-state drive lineup is easily one of the best and most popular out there. Previously headlined by the generation 2 Extreme and Extreme Pro variants, the Western Digital brand updated its offerings last fall with new SanDisk PRO-G40 – one of the fastest models yet with its usual rugged sensibilities and modern spec sheet. We have been lucky enough to go hands-on with the new PRO-G40 over the last few weeks to give it a run for its money and detail the experience for prospective buyers down below. 

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Write-off Week: Save money on tax-deductible business expenses before the year ends

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Now that the holidays are officially behind us, it’s time to continue an annual tradition here at gadgetnewsonline, Write-Off Week. The year is winding down and time is running out to make last-minute purchases to deduct from 2022’s taxes. Many have been on the work-from-home journey for well over a year, and some are just starting out. It doesn’t matter what camp you’re in, this week is your last chance to score some tax deductible gear that’s able to be written off in April. Keep reading for all of our favorite Write-Off Week deals.

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Twelve South celebrates New Years with 20% off sitewide Apple accessory sale

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The new year is right around the corner and to celebrate 2023, Twelve South today is now launching its latest sale. This time taking 20% off everything the brand sells, adding any of the popular Apple accessories to your cart will automatically deliver some of the best discounts to date. Shipping is free across the board in orders over $50. Our top pick is the new Twelve South Curve Flex MacBook Stand at $63.99. Still marking one of the first times we’ve seen this new release on sale, you’re looking at a new all-time low. This is down from the usual $80 going rate and well under our previous $70 mention from back over the holidays. Twelve South just refreshed its popular MacBook stand last month with the new Curve Flex. This all-aluminum offering arrives with an adjustable design that lets you elevate your machine in plenty of different ways. I walked away quite impressed in my hands-on review, which you can read for a more in-depth look at the features. Then head below for some other highlights from the Twelve South sale.

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Audio interface deals for content creators from $39: Native Instruments, Focusrite, and more

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$200 off From $39

Joining some rare and big-time deals we are still tracking on UA gear, we have now spotted some solid price drops on audio interfaces and controllers from Native instruments, Focusrite, and others. You’ll find some great options starting from $39 shipped, from causal microphone and guitar input solutions to more pro-grade models for established content creators and home producers on sale here today. Alongside our 2022 top gifts for musicians picks, the brand name gear you’ll find marked down below are solid options to get under the tree as well. Head below for a closer look. 

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Audeze’s premium Maxwell wireless gaming headset delivers true high-res lossless for $299

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Today, Audeze is announcing its Maxwell planar magnetic wireless gaming headset with ultra-low-latency technology that works with both PC and console. Packing high-resolution audio at up to 24-bit 96kHz, Bluetooth 5.3, and lossless audio over USB (which isn’t typical for wireless gaming headsets), the Audeze Maxwell is a great choice for your setup. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to learn more.

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Holiday deals arrive on MIDI keyboard controllers from $39: Alesis, M-Audio, Nektar, more

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$70 off From $39

Joining the ongoing giant price drop on Roland’s Alexa digital Go:Piano, we have now spotted a number of notable deals on MIDI keyboard controllers for home music producers. The most affordable of the bunch is the Alesis Qmini Portable 32 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller at $39 shipped. Regularly $59, this is a 34% price drop, the lowest price we have tracked on Amazon all year, and matching the all-time low. Delivering a compact controller experience that works alongside just about any major DAW or recording app out there, this is a particularly affordable way to add some musical input to a Mac, iPad (adapter required), or Windows rig. The 32 velocity-sensitive keys are joined by octave transposition controls as well as pitch bend and modulation buttons alongside a suite of bonus goodies: AKAI Professional MPC Beats and seven included expansion packs. Head below for more. 

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Move data from iPhone to Mac: SanDisk’s metal 64GB Flash Drive Luxe at $30 (Reg. $42), more

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Reg. $106 From $6

Amazon is now offering the SanDisk 64GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe for iPhone at $29.99 shipped. Regularly $43 at Best Buy where it is currently selling for $40, this model more recently goes for around $36 at Amazon and is now within $1 of the lowest we have tracked there. This dual flash drive makes for a notable solution to both storing data on-the-go and transferring content from Lightning-equipped Apple gear to modern USB-C MacBooks, for example. It features an all-metal casing, 64GB capacity, and backwards compatibility with USB 2.0 gear. Head below for more details and additional flash drive deals.

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Twelve South’s BookArc stand stylishly upholds your MacBook at $23 all-time low (Reg. $60)

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Amazon is now offering the Twelve South BookArc MacBook Stand for $23.37 when clipping the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Normally fetching $60, it just recently dropped down to $48 this week and is now resting at a new all-time low at 62% off. This is well below our previous $38 mention, as well. Delivering a space-saving, aluminum design, Twelve South’s BookArc holds your MacBook vertically on the desk for recharging while not in use or docking into a desktop workstation with external monitor. There’s a matching silver or gray colorway, and also delivers some integrated cable management to help with tidying up your setup. 

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Anker Apex 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Dock falls to $297.50 low (Reg. $350), more from $24

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New lows From $24

Anker’s official Amazon storefront now offers its Apex 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Dock for $297.50 shipped when clipping the on-page coupon. Marking one of the first discounts to date, today’s $52 discount from the usual $350 price tag arrives at an all-time low as the only sale of the year. Pricing since launch has elevated from the original $300 MSRP that changed at the start of the year, with today’s discount still beating out what can be considered special launch pricing. Sporting a 12-in-1 design, the new Anker Apex hub arrives centered around Thunderbolt 4 tech that makes it a notable companion to M2 MacBooks and more. It packs 90W power passthrough for charging a connected device, and from there yields 12 different ports ranging from dual HDMI outputs and a full Thunderbolt 4 port capable of driving 8K displays to USB-A slots, Gigabit Ethernet, and everything else you can read about in our launch coverage. Head below for other Anker USB-C hubs on sale from $24.

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Early Black Friday USB/XLR mic deals from $38: PreSonus, rare Neumann all-time low, more

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Reg. $800 From $38

Joining the ongoing early Black Friday sale on the popular Shure models, Amazon is now offering the 2022 model PreSonus Revelator Dynamic USB Microphone for $170 shipped. Regularly $200, this is a solid $30 price drop, matching the Amazon all-time low, and the best price we can find. As you’ll know from our hands-on review, this one gives the world-class Shure models a run for their money with a series of notable features. Alongside delivering the podcast, streaming, and music recording-ready dynamic mic capsule and “superior off-axis rejection,” it also bakes in some interesting bonus features. Those include the suite of onboard FX, including reverb, compression, EQ, and more, as well as a series of single-click professionally-designed vocal treatment presets and an integrated mixer with “two dedicated loopback audio channels to add backing tracks, Skype calls, gameplay audio, and more” to your broadcast/recording. Head below for more early Black Friday USB and XLR mic deals. 

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Rode updates its classic NT microphone with USB-C, built-in FX, and a studio-grade capsule

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After unveiling its new game streaming lineup of gear as well as the RODECaster Pro II before that, Rode is back today with the latest version of its NT USB mic. The next-generation iteration of its popular NT-USB solution that launched years ago, Rode has upgraded, enhanced, and modernized the form factor with built-in DPS FX features in a more compact package to deliver studio-quality recording to your content creation rig. Now available for purchase, head below for more details and a closer look.

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Samsung 2022 USB-C 256GB flash drive hits new low at $24, Plus 1TB SanDisk at $88, more

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New lows From $18

Amazon is now offering the 2022 model Samsung USB-C 256GB Flash Drive for $23.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Regularly $40, this is up to 40% off the going rate, a new Amazon all-time low, and the best price we can find. While it has been hovering around the $36 range over the last couple months, today’s price drop also marks a new Amazon all-time low. Delivering up to 400MB/s file transfer rates, it features USB-C connectivity as well as backward compatibility with legacy USB ports using an adapter. A notable option for stringing through your keychain, it features Samsung six-proof protection against the elements, magnetized environments, X-rays, and more with a solid 5-year warranty. Head below for more early Black Friday flash drive deals. 

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LG’s 32-inch Ergo 4K Monitor complements your M2 MacBook with USB-C at $500 (Save $200)

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Amazon offers the LG 32UN880-B 32-inch Ergo 4K UltraFine Monitor for $499.99 shipped. Arriving at a new all-time low, today’s offer sits at $200 below the usual $700 price tag you’d normally pay and undercuts previous mentions by $50 or more. Sporting a unique design that puts ergonomics at the forefront, the LG 32-inch Ergo lives up to its name by clamping to your desk. On top of offering a variety of viewing angles and heights to fit into just about any setup, it packs a 4K panel that’s backed by AMD FreeSync support, USB-C, HDMI, and DisplayPort connectivity. I picked one of these up the first time it went on sale over the holidays the other year, and have really been enjoying the monitor paired with my MacBook Pro. 

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Apple’s prev-gen. Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad falls to 2022 low at $103 (20% off)

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Amazon is now offering the previous-generation wireless Apple Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad for $102.98 shipped. Down 20% from its normal $129 going rate, this marks the second-best price that we’ve seen all-time at Amazon, and comes within $4 of the lowest price recorded there. While this might not be the latest model keyboard with Touch ID, this is still a great choice for your Apple-focused setup. With a dedicated numeric keypad and extended layout, this keyboard is great for those who work on a lot of spreadsheets or finances on the computer. There’s a built-in rechargeable battery so you just have to plug the keyboard in via its Lightning port every now and then to keep it going. It even connects to your Mac over Bluetooth for a cord-free experience. Keep reading for more.

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Twelve South’s new Curve Flex MacBook Stand sees rare discount to $75, plus more from $20

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Twelve South today is kicking off the new month by launching its latest sale on a collection of its popular Apple accessories. Shipping is free across the board in orders over $50. Our top pick is the new Twelve South Curve Flex MacBook Stand at $74.99. Marking only the second notable discount to date, this is down from the usual $80 going rate in order to mark the second-best price to date. It was only on sale once before during a sale back in September, as well. Twelve South just refreshed its popular MacBook stand last month with the new Curve Flex. This all-aluminum offering arrives with an adjustable design that lets you elevate your machine in plenty of different ways. I walked away quite impressed in my hands-on review, which you can read for a more in-depth look at the features. Then head below for some other highlights from the Twelve South sale.

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UGREEN launches new 8K30/4K60 12-in-1 triple display USB-C docking station [Deal]

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Today, UGREEN is launching an all-new 12-in-1 USB-C triple display docking station that packs 100W power display charging. This all-in-one hub can output up to 8K30 or 4K60 and even delivers Gigabit Ethernet, SD, microSD, and so much more. Not only does it pack all those features, but it’s even on sale for a launch-day discount price of $30 off. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to find out if this is the new power station your desk needs.

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Satechi’s Thunderbolt 4 Dock complements your M2 MacBook with rare $50 discount to $250

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Amazon is now offering the Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Dock for $249.99 shipped. Normally fetching $300, today’s offer amounts to quite the rare $50 in savings. This is the first discount we’ve seen in months since a markdown back over the summer for the back to school season at $10 less. Though this is still the second-best discount we’ve seen to date on the accessory, which has been largely out of stock since releasing earlier in the year. Featuring Thunderbolt 4 tech, this dock can turn a single port on your MacBook into a wide range of I/O. All packed into a metal enclosure are three Thunderbolt 4 ports, three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 slots, Gigabit Ethernet, an SD card reader, and more. Not to mention 96W of power passthrough to your machine for a single cable setup.

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AKAI updates ‘the world’s most popular controller keyboard’ with new MPK Mini Plus

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Update: We have now launched our new 2023 edition of the best MIDI keyboards for Mac and iPad ahead of the launch of Apple’s new Logic Pro for iPad.

AKAI has just unveiled a new MPK Mini Plus. While we did see a new Mini Play model earlier this year, the AKAI MPK Mini Plus MIDI keyboard controller is the next-generation model of the standard Mini MK3 that launched back in 2020. Shedding the onboard speaker and built-in sounds found on the more portable production suite-grade Play model, the new MPK Mini Plus is the latest-generation MIDI controller from the brand designed to offer a little bit of extra finger real-estate for beat makers and musicians alongside a series of modernized controls we are used to with music controllers like this. Now available for purchase, head below for a closer look at the details. 

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Tested: Hands-on with OWC’s machined metal USB-A/Thunderbolt flash drive-sized mini SSD

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Update: We are are now tracking a new all-time low on the OWC Envoy Pro Mini USB-C + USB-A 10Gb/s Portable SSD flash drive with the 1TB variant now at $149 shipped – the 500GB model is still at $99. Regularly $179 and $109, these prices are the lowest we have tracked.

After launching a few months back, we’ve now had a chance to get a closer look at OWC’s new Envoy Pro mini SSD. Delivering one of the more compact and high-performance models on the market, we couldn’t wait to get our hands-on the new Envoy. The brand has been well-known for creating some of the more notable storage devices out there for a while now, and the machined aluminum housing as well as the overall attention to aesthetic details on its latest miniature flash drive-sized solid-state immediately caught our eye. Head below for our hands-on Tested with gadgetnewsonline review for more details on the user experience. 

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Bellroy’s new Lite Laptop Sleeve wraps your MacBook in a ‘squishable’ water resistant cover

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After detailing its new iPhone 14 collection, Bellroy has now unleashed its new MacBook accessory known as the Lite Laptop Sleeve. Once again employing environmentally-conscious materials, its new laptop sleeve covers your portable computing machine in a lightly textured and padded sheath to guard against bumps and scratches on the road, and looks quite nice doing it based on the imagery. Head below for more details and a closer look at Bellroy’s new Lite Laptop Sleeve. 

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WD just unveiled one of the fastest portable SSDs with its new Thunderbolt SanDisk PRO-G40

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Today, Western Digital is unveiling one of the fastest portable SSDs out there with the new PRO-G40. Officially known as the SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 SSD, WD is delivering a particularly rugged and protective portable solid-state solution today with modern specs and dual-mode NVMe featuring both Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) support. Now clocking in as one of the fastest portable SSDs on the market, it is available for purchase starting today, and you can get all of the details down below. 

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Audio-Technica unleashes next-gen 96kHz AT2020-X USB mic with multi-function LED

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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. 

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CalDigit’s popular TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock is finally back in stock at Amazon

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In stock $400

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.

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Best portable SSDs: SanDisk Extreme, Samsung T7, Kingston, more

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It’s time to take a look at the best on-the-go storage out there, from the SanDisk Extreme portable SSD to the latest from Samsung, and some of the best bang for your buck options. We have had a chance to go hands on with a number of options over the years as well as some of the most sought-after options on the market as of late, and some clear front runners have emerged for folks looking to scoop one up today. While the latest PNY models sit in a nice middle ground for those looking to save some cash, the SanDisk Extreme portable SSDs and Samsung’s T-series lineup still remain some of our favorite options, especially considering how often they go on sale. But there are some other solutions out there that deliver some serious value for the price. Head below for a closer look at our picks for the best portable SSDs – some of which are seeing some solid price drops right now. 

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Podcast Equipment List: What You Need To Get Started, FAQ, and more

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It’s time to dive into our 2022 edition podcast equipment list. With so many folks stepping into the space, whether it’s in a professional capacity or just as a hobby for beginners, it can be a daunting task to choose which podcast microphone and other gear you really need to get going in the right direction. It’s seeming like every even mildly audio-focused brand has an interface and a USB microphone available these days. So we thought we would organize some of the gear we have had a chance to go hands-on with (in some form or other) to help answer some frequently asked questions and to demystify some of the details for digital audio beginners and those just getting started in the podcasting space. Below, you’ll find a series of podcast equipment and gear to get you off on the right foot as well as ways to save some serious cash when first getting started. 

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WaterField updates its leather and canvas Musette bag for Apple’s new M2 MacBook Air

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It’s time to take a look at the new MacBook Air bag from WaterField. Designed to accommodate the latest 13-inch M2 Apple MacBook Air (or just about any other laptop) and launching on the heels of the brand’s canvas magnetic M2 MacBook Air sleeve, the new WaterField Vitesse Musette Plus bag aims to be the ultimate commuter-messenger-style bag. Head below for a closer look.

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WaterField unveils new canvas magnetic M2 MacBook Air sleeve for Apple’s latest

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WaterField is unveiling its new M2 MacBook Air sleeve today. To coincide with new M2 MacBook Air going up for pre-order this morning for the first time, as you might know from our coverage of the first price drop on the M2 MacBook Pro variant, WaterField has unleashed its latest magnetic sheath to provide a handcrafted home for your new Apple notebook. Now available for pre-order with a July 15, 2022 shipping date, you can get all of the details and a closer look at the new WaterField M2 MacBook Air sleeve down below. 

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Tested: Focusrite delivers compelling auto FX Vocaster podcast interface at under $200

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Focusrite unleashed its new Vocaster audio interfaces at the top of the month with a pair of podcasting-focused recording solutions for content creators. The Vocaster Two delivers a more full-featured setup with the trimmed-down Vocaster One providing a single microphone input and a more streamlined set of I/O. The latest solutions from Focusrite lean more towards spoken-word broadcasting, but feature a similar affordable approach that has made the brand’s Scarlet lineup of audio interfaces so popular among home music producers and the like. After having a chance to put the base model through its paces over the last few weeks, it’s time for our Focusrite Vocaster One review as part of the latest Tested with gadgetnewsonline feature. 

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Legendary recording brand Neve brings Abbey Road to the home studio with new 88M interface

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Legendary audio recording company Neve might have just unveiled the best USB audio interface out there. Responsible for engineering the recording desks and consoles many of the most iconic albums in history had the honor of being recorded on, Neve is unleashing is expertise (and world class pre-amps) on a home and portable interface known as the 88M. Delivering the “the legendary sound of AIR, Abbey Road and Capitol Studios into your home,” the new 88M might very well be one of the best USB audio interfaces on the market, just expect to pay a price that comes along with that moniker. More details below. 

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Focusrite intros new Vocaster podcast audio interface with automatic gain and FX features

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Focusrite is unveiling its new podcast audio interface lineup today. The Vocaster One and Vocaster Two – alongside a series of studio packs that includes mics, headphones, and accessories – are specifically aimed at content creators and podcasters looking to introduce some sleek lightweight I/O to their production studios. A series of automatic tonal and input level adjustments highlight the feature set here next to the clean designs and rounded form factor. Head below for more details. 

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Novation unleashes new 88-key semi-weighted Launchkey MIDI controller for all major DAWs

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After taking a hands-on look at the new FLKey for FL Studio last month, Novation is back with its new keyboard controller known as the Launchkey 88. This time around featuring the semi-weighted treatment, this is the latest addition to its already available lineup of more compact Launchkey controllers. The full-size 88-key MIDI keyboard delivers much of the same functionality as its smaller brethren in a larger more expansive frame so you can get two hands of more realistic piano-style action injected into your content creations and music productions. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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RODE unveils new AIO Bluetooth content creator rig with dual USB-C interfaces, mixer, and more

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RODE has now unveiled its next-generation audio production studio for content creators. A direct follow-up to the original RODECaster Pro, the new RODECaster Pro II delivers an expanded all-in-one feature set for streamers, podcasters, and musicians complete with instrument inputs and microphone pre-amps, a multi-channel mixer, dual audio interfaces, integrated Bluetooth, and more. The RODECaster Pro II audio production studio for content creators is available for pre-order at select pro audio dealers like B&H. Head below for a closer look. 

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OWC launches new aluminum bootable USB-A/C portable SSD the size of a flash drive

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OWC – known for everything from enterprise tech solutions to consumer storage and Apple gear accessories – is introducing its brand new mini SSD. Positioned as a “pocket-sized SSD with full-sized SSD performance,” the new OWC Envoy Pro mini is essentially a fully-featured solid-state drive that fits in a housing the size of a typical flash drive. Reaching impressive speeds with basically universal compatibility, it is designed to work with everything from the latest Apple gear right back to legacy devices from over the last 15 years as well as game consoles – it can even be configured as a boot drive. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new OWC Envoy Pro mini SSD. 

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Teenage Engineering unveils wild new must-see OP-1 Field synth gadget for content creators

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The new Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field has arrived. After debuting its hybrid TX-6 audio interface mixer and synth combo last month, the design team at Teenage Engineering has now unveiled its latest creation, the gorgeous new OP-1 Field. Saying its an updated version of the original OP-1 that took the boutique hardware synth world by storm years ago is accurate, but it’s also a serious understatement. TE has packed in “100 new features” leaving musicians, song makers, sound designers, and content creators with a beautiful and powerful new device that delivers a host of synthesizers and sampling engines, loads of built-in effects, a series of hardware recording options, enhanced version of its wacky and wonderful sequencers, and so much more. Get a closer look at the new Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field instrument and recorder below. 

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IK unveils new iOS/Mac iRig Pro Quattro I/O field recorder interface for content creators

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IK Multimedia is out with a brand new camera audio interface today that can also be used for podcasting and other applications. The new iRig Pro Quattro I/O field recorder audio interface delivers four inputs alongside compatibility with video camera rigs as well as iOS and Android devices with a built-in microphone and some interesting tricks up its sleeve. The new hybrid camera audio interface and field recorder is now available for purchase, and you can get a closer look down below at the launch trailer. 

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Teenage Engineering intros magical new Mac/iOS TX-6 audio interface synth combo

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Teenage Engineering just introduced its latest creation, a portable audio interface and mixer known as the TX-6. The brand is well known for its quirky boutique tech products, not unlike the fantastic Pocket Operator synthesizers, the powerful OP-Z music maker and video sequencer, and the modular PO-series synths we reviewed previously. But its latest creation takes the wonderful Teenage Engineering creation prowess to a battery-powered portable sound mixer that doubles as an audio interface with six inputs, iOS compatibility, and loads of interesting tricks up its sleeve. Head below for a closer look. 

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Tested: If you’re going to use a MacBook case, consider the woven Incase Woolenex

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Incase is likely best known for its MacBook hardshell case products and iPhone 13 cases – the company has been featured in our best-of roundup for years. The brand claims to have released “the first hardshell case for MacBook,” and back in late February it unleashed its latest protection solutions for Apple’s 14- and 16-inch MacBooks with a sort of hard-plastic-dot, grid-textured model and the new Woolenex treatment on display in this review. We have recently had a chance to give the latter a run for its money, and now it’s time to weigh in as part of the latest Tested with gadgetnewsonline. 

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SANDMARC brings its luxurious leather treatment to AirPods, M1 MacBooks, more

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SANDMARC is unleashing its lineup of leather Apple gear accessories today. Aptly named The Leather Collection, SANDMARC specializes in products for photographers, filmmakers, and travelers, but as we found out in our recent hands-on review of its gorgeous leather iPhone 13 case, it can also make some wonderful accessories for Apple users. After quite a lengthy process in the design lab over the last nine months, the brand is finally ready to unleash its latest leather sheaths and bands for all of the latest-generation Apple kit. Head below for a closer look. 

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Tested: Novation unveils new FLKey keyboard controllers for hands-on sequencing in FL Studio

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Today, Novation is unveiling its brand-new FL Studio keyboard controller. The new FLkey MIDI keyboards now join the rest of Novation’s controllers for music creators and beat makers with a series of dedicated features for Imagine Line’s popular FL Studio DAW. While specifically tailored for FL Studio hip-hip and EDM producers, it essentially allows anyone to get hands-on with their beats and sounds without having to rely on a mouse, much like its Launchpad grid controllers we explored after full Logic Pro support was rolled out. Designed to put FL Studio’s wonderful sequencer-based music creation ecosystem directly beneath your fingertips and to deliver an all-round MIDI keyboard experience for just about any DAW, we had a chance to go hands-on with the new FLkey ahead of release today to see what it was capable of. Head below for a closer look at our impressions of the new FL Studio keyboard controller in the latest Tested with gadgetnewsonline. 

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ROLI unveils the next generation of its brilliant touch expressive Seaboard music controller

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Today the folks at ROLI are finally introducing the new Seaboard – the next generation of its brilliant expressive 5D touch music controller known as the Seaboard Rise 2. These kinds of instruments, limited as they are, can be a real treat to play and are subsequently quite expensive. The ROLI Seaboard Blocks device that released way back in 2017– a personal favorite of mine we had a chance to go hands-on with for review and something I still use to this day – brought all of this into a price range for the rest of us and has since become very hard to get your hands on at retail. And now, after what feels like an eternity, it’s finally time for ROLI to unveil the next generation Seaboard, unfortunately this one isn’t nearly as affordable. Head below for a closer look and more details on the new Seaboard Rise 2.

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Tested: New PreSonus AudioBox GO brings dual mic/guitar I/O to your content creation kit at $80

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Today we are taking a closer look at PreSonus’ new affordable audio interface known as the AudioBox GO. After going hands-on with the brand’s new dynamic USB-C mic recently, we also had a chance to give the new AudioBox GO a run in the studio for a few weeks. Since it debuted last month as the recording brand’s entry-level recording I/O solution for your Mac, Windows and Chrome OS devices, as well as other Apple and Android gear (among other things), we thought it would be a good idea to give the inexpensive new audio interface a run for its money in the latest Tested with gadgetnewsonline entry. Head below for a closer look.

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New MPK Mini Play MK3: AKAI updates one of the best Mac MIDI keyboards with OLED display, more

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Update: Amazon is now offering the first decent discount on AKAI’s latest edition of its popular Professional MPK Mini Play MK3 MIDI Keyboard Controller at $141.55 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon. While not the deepest discount, this is the best price we have tracked and essentially the first discount since its launch in March. The previous-generation version is currently sitting at $109. 

AKAI – one of our favorite MIDI and music gadget makers – has now introduced the new MPK Mini Play MK3 MIDI Keyboard Controller. An update to one of the more popular options on the market, the new MPK Mini Play MK3’s OLED display is joined by loads of built-in drum patches and sounds alongside an updated keybed, battery-powered wireless operation, and much more. Head below for a closer look at the now available AKAI MPK Mini Play MK3. 

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Tested: Podcasters need to check out the new PreSonus Dynamic USB mic with built-in FX

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PreSonus unleashed its new Revelator Dynamic USB mic last month just after its entry-level AudioBox Go interface was unveiled. Looking to provide users with a high-quality dynamic solution for broadcasting, streaming, and music recording in one, we have had a chance to go hands-on with its latest in the Revelator lineup to see what it was made of. So head below for a closer look at our Revelator Dynamic USB mic review in the latest entry to the Tested with gadgetnewsonline series. 

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PreSonus debuts new podcast Revelator USB-C Mic and interface with stream mixing, more

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After seeing its new AudioBox GO interface at the top of the month, PreSonus is back at it again with the announcement of a dynamic USB-C microphone. Alongside the now available PreSonus Revelator Dynamic USB-C Microphone, the brand is also debuting a new desktop audio interface known as the Revelator io44 with a built-in streaming mixer. The new Revelator content creator audio gera is now available for purchase, and you can get more details on both down below. 

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Incase unveils new Hardshell Dots and Woolenex cases for Apple’s latest MacBook Pro

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We are taking a look at the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook cases from Incase. Today, the brand is announcing its latest all-new Hardshell Dots and Textured Hardshell with Woolenex cases for Apple’s latest notebooks with injection-molded construction to keep your precious new MacBook safe and scratch-free. Now available directly from Incase, you can get more details and a closer look down below. 

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PreSonus unveils mini AudioBox GO interface for Mac/iOS content creators at under $80

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PreSonus has now unveiled one of the most affordable audio interfaces out there with its new AudioBox GO. You will find some less expensive options out there from lesser-known brands or older models like this Behringer model from years ago, but when it comes to reputable audio companies with a pair of inputs for microphones and instruments, the AudioBox GO is certainly one of the lowest prices of entry around. The bus-powered I/O box is ready for portable and home studio setups with a respectable feature set for an $80 solution. Head below for more details and a closer look. 

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Tested: Positive Grid’s deeply creative connected RIFF guitar audio interface system for Mac/iOS

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Update: The new Positive Grid Spark mini Bluetooth speaker and guitar amp is now up for pre-order with a notable launch discount at $185. Regularly $229, Positive Grid says the discounts will be changing throughout the day, but it might not get any better than this. 

Today we are diving into our review of the Positive Grid RIFF guitar audio interface. Positive Grid is best known for its intelligent smart guitar amp products that offer instrumentalists a wonderful practice and recording setup tightly integrated with the brand’s wealth of high-tech jam-along and tone emulation software. The new RIFF interface packs much of this integration into a small audio interface for Mac, Windows, and iOS musicians at an even more affordable price tag. We featured the newly unveiled guitar USB interface at launch alongside a nice introductory price drop offer, but now it’s time to take a closer hands-on look in our Positive Grid RIFF review as part of the latest entry in the Tested with gadgetnewsonline series. 

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