gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit – My best friend is tying the knot: Must-have gear for an overnight wedding

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Must-have gear for an overnight wedding-iPhone 16 Pro

While the first two editions of our new gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit series took us to the Big Apple and the swamps of Virginia and North Carolina, today we are focused on an overnighter wedding closer to home. The bulk of the event is going to be a lightweight affair and will only require a few things – suit, watch, some extras for the groomsmen, and an iPhone for the most part. But because I’ll be checking into a hotel room on the premises, I will need to put together a small kit with some must-have gear for an overnight wedding.

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New iPhone 16 cases from Spigen now start from under $16 with delivery day deals

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From $16

Update: As per usual, we are now seeing 5 to 10% on-page coupons across many of the new iPhone 16 Spigen cases.

The 2024 Spigen iPhone 16 case collection has now landed, with just about all of the new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max models now available for purchase. The brand’s new affordable iPhone 16 cases are here and, much like year’s past, are offering a giant selection of models and colorways for each of Apple’s new iPhone 16 models. You’ll find all of the new cases up for purchase right now over on the brand’s official Amazon storefront and we will take a look at some of our favorites down below. 

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Our favorite MagSafe wallets for iPhone 16: Find My, lockable, leather, more from $15

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MagSafe From $15

We are now less than 12 hours from delivery day, so we thought it was time to rundown the best MagSafe wallets for iPhone 16. We have collected our favorite options for Apple’s latest handset below, some brand new, some classics, and all of them will work on all MagSafe-equipped iPhones. But if you just picked up a case for you new handset and are looking to grab a new card carrier you’ll find our favorites below, including full-grain and vegan leather, crystal clear, kickstand models, lockable designs, and even some with Find My tracking built-in. Head below to check out our favorite card carriers for Apple’s new iPhone 16 models. 

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Belkin’s Apple DockKit 15W MagSafe stand with motorized face-tracking drops to $144 (Reg. $180)

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Reg. $180 $144

Not all MagSafe iPhone stands are made equal, some are high-end with premium materials and 15W charging, and some are more affordable and get the job done without breaking bank. And then there’s Belkin’s Apple DockKit model – one of the only stands there with official face-tracking action to keep you in frame no matter what your content creation endeavors entail. After debuting at CES and subsequently landing on the official Apple Store at $180, today we are tracking a relatively rare deal on the Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit down at $143.99 shipped via the official site – use code ATS20 if you don’t see the discount automatically in the cart. 

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Stack these codes for up to 27% off new OtterBox iPhone 16 cases, including the Camera Control model

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iPhone 16 27% off

One thing we don’t see very often, if ever, is super early deals on the brand new OtterBox accessories when Apple launches its new iPhone every year. That was seemingly the case again this year with its new iPhone 16 case collection, but we have now spotted some codes that knock up to 27% off the regular price on the cases. Simply add the case you want to your cart and apply the following codes one at a time, in this order: Use code Otter10 for 10% off, and then apply code OB17SAVE for up to 17% off. The actual amount these codes are knocking off seems to vary slightly from case to case, but everything we have tried lands at roughly 25% off, and, considering these are brand new releases, the best prices ever across the board anyway. 

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Apple upgraded iPhone 16 with 45W USB-C power, here are some of our favorite wall chargers from $19

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45W From $19

Apple’s iPhone 16 has been all but confirmed to have upped the ante when it comes to wired charging prowess. We know it is capable of juicing up at 25W via Apple’s official new MagSafe charger when it comes to wireless action. But for you speed demons looking for the fastest possible juice up, cables remain your best option and we have organized some of our favorite options to help you get the job done. 

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Anker’s 0.7-inch thick GaNPrime 100W 6-port power station drops to $50 (Reg. up to $100)

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Reg. $70+ $50

The official Anker Amazon storefront is now offering its GaNPrime 100W 727 Charging Station for $49.99 shipped when apply code ANKERA9126 at checkout. This model carries a regular price at $125 directly from the official Anker site, but has sold for much less at Amazon. It started the year at $100 before dropping into the $70 range and now down to one of the lowest prices we have tracked. Today’s deal undercuts the previous sale price by $2.50 and delivers the lowest price we can find on the slender 6-port charging station. 

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Samsung’s 128GB 180MB/s PRO Plus microSD card with reader now just $13 (Up to 62% off)

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62% off $13

We are now tracking a deal that drops Samsung’s 128GB PRO Plus microSD card to $12.99 Prime shipped. Folks without Prime membership can dodge the shipping fee by checking out with items worth over $35 in the cart. Samsung is also matching the price of this SD card today with the USB reader at its online store. It has fetched as much as $34 in recent months on Amazon and today’s 62% discount knocks it down to a price that matches its previous all-time low from November last year. This microSD card comes with a USB reader and you’ll find more details about it below.

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Check out Spigen’s new iPod Classic-style iPhone 16 Pro Case down at $22 [Launch deal]

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Under $22

We have seen some cool new iPhone 16 cases this year, some with Camera control buttons, bumper cases with aerospace metal, and some gorgeous leather options, but we also just spotted Spigen’s new classic iPod-looking model. The brand is no stranger to introducing designs heavily-inspired by classic Apple gear, much like the G3 iMac case that is now live for iPhone 16, and for the launch of Apple’s latest it is also bringing back one of its iPod designs. Now available for purchase in Classic Black or Classic Silver for iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, you can get a closer look at the new Spigen iPod case below. 

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Spigen debuts a new MagSafe T Ultra Hybrid iPhone 16 case with Camera Control down at $28.50

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$28.50

We spent some time over this past weekend discussing the iPhone 16 case options out there – specifically the difference between models with a cutout or the rare few with a proper Camera Control button. And the official Spigen Amazon storefront has now released the new Ultra Hybrid T MagFit iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max case in two colors: Frost Black and Graphite. Both models carry a regularly $30 list price on Amazon and are seeing a light launch deal bringing the price down to $28.49 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35. 

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Cutout or conductive crystal? What you need to know about iPhone 16 cases with proper Camera Control buttons

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There is one major distinction in the iPhone case market this year for the launch of Apple’s series 16 handsets, Camera Control. With the introduction of the new multi-gesture Camera Control button, case makers couldn’t simply just resize last year’s models in order to get their covers up for sale as fast as possible, they also had to decide how they were going to handle the extra functionality and hardware changes this new camera button ushered in. 

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Anker’s new USB-C adapter adds a MagSafe microSD card reader to iPhone 16 for $35 [Launch deal]

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New 2 for 15% off

Anker has been on a roll lately with its new Prime Power Stations followed by some of its new releases at IFA this year, but we just spotted one of its latest new gadgets for iPhone 16. The new Anker MagGo USB-C Adapter delivers microSD card reading functionality to iPhone 16 (and previous models) by way of a small MagSafe puck of sorts and a tight, integrated wrap-around USB-C cable. Now available on Amazon with a nice launch deal when paired with any of the accessories on this page, get a closer look below at the new iPhone 16 microSD card reader gadget. 

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Here’s all of the best iPhone 16 case deals now live for delivery day from $14

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iPhone 16 From $14

Welcome to our roundup of all the best iPhone 16 case deals now live for pre-order day. We have featured a number of these options elsewhere over the last few days, but we thought with millions of folks placing pre-orders on their shiny new iPhone 16 today it would be handy to have all of our favorites ready and waiting in one handy place for you. There is likely to be more to come in the coming days and into next week, but there are some fantastic options up for grabs right now, and some of them are scheduled to end this evening. Jump in to our collection of the best iPhone 16 case deals down below and be sure to swing back around later as we update with additional discounts.

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Native Union’s sweet diamond-textured eco leather iPhone 16 MagSafe cases now live

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The new Native Union iPhone 16 cases and accessories are now available for purchase just in-time for pre-order day. The brand is once again delivering its eco-conscious and recycled (RE)CLASSIC 3.0 alongside the ACTIVE model that “combines extra-durable drop protection with elevated materials” and the (RE)CLEAR model for folks that want to let that Teal or Desert Titanium shine through. All of these models are joined by the new Native Union City Grip lanyard wrist strap and are now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look and more details on our favorites. 

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New OtterBox iPhone 16 cases: Defender gets MagSafe for first time, Cactus leather, more

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Another one of the staple iPhone case brands is now ready to serve up its loyal fan base as the new OtterBox iPhone 16 collection is now live and ready to go. OtterBox is one of the original iPhone case makers but it has since expanded its lineup to range from the ultra-protective cases it in many ways cut its teeth on right through to some of the more fun, colorful models and even casual plant-leather daily drivers to safeguard your device from bumps and bruises. The whole lineup is now live for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Head below for more details and a closer look at some of our favorites. 

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Peak Design’s waterproof fabric iPhone 16 cases join all-new Clarino leather models

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We cover the new Peak Design iPhone cases every year for a couple reasons. The first of which is the somewhat unique nylon canvas fabric shell, and the second, the brand’s proprietary SlimLink locking system. You’ll find more details on both down below, alongside the rest of the highlight features on the Peak Design Everyday case for all four iPhone 16 models that are now available for purchase in all of the new colors the brand introduced last year. But it is, for the first time ever also introducing three new Clarino vegan leather designs too. Check it out after the jump.

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Apple’s new Beats iPhone 16 cases feature conductive sapphire crystal Camera Control cover at $49

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As initially spotted over on 9to5Mac, Apple’s Beats brand is launching its very first cases this year for iPhone 16. This marks its first foray into the iPhone case design space. Now available directly from Apple and its official Amazon storefront in four different color options for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, the new Beats cases are some of the only options on the market outside of the in-house Apple models that feature a proper setup for the new Camera Control button beyond just a cutout. You can get a closer look and more details down below. 

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Moment’s new MagSafe iPhone 16 Camera Case and lens filters arrive with launch deals

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$45

In our continued effort to uncover all of the pre-order and early deals on the new iPhone 16 cases and accessories, one of our favorite brands has landed to keep the ball rolling. Moment is among the best in the business when it comes to iPhoneography-focused gear alongside the likes of SANDMARC, and its new iPhone 16 collection has arrived with some early pre-order deals. The new collection centers around the brand’s Camera Case for iPhone 16 that comes in four colorways for all four models with a similar design we have come to love over the years. Head below for more details on how to score the pre-order offer. 

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Harber London’s beautiful full-grain leather sleeves and pouches are ready for iPhone 16

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Every year we feature our favorite leather accessories for the new Apple handset, but Harber London focuses on the sleeve category as opposed to the same old case options and its new gear is ready to go. The brand’s makes my personal favorite iPhone leather sleeves – I absolutely loved the model I reviewed for iPhone 15 – and all of the brand’s mainstays are now ready for purchase to support the new iPhone 16, 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Scope out the visuals and details on our favorite models down below. 

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UAG’s new cases deck out your iPhone 16 with military vibes, MagSafe, and a new eco model

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Among the ultra-protective iPhone 16 cases you’ll find out there, UAG is one of our favorites with a special, almost military-inspired look and feel. It has once again brought many of its most popular models back for the new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max with the same military-grade protection, support for the new Camera Control, and the introduction of new “eco-friendly case options consisting of up to 50% recycled materials, increased sustainability in packaging, and all-new 2-way removable privacy eco which is made from 100% RPET.” All of the new models are now available for purchase and we will highlight some of our favorites down below. 

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Here’s an exclusive deal on SANDMARC’s gorgeous new leather iPhone 16 cases from $40

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From $40

Yesterday SANDMARC unleashed its new black titanium band to match the new stealthy Apple Watch Ultra 2 design, and today we are turning to its wonderful leather iPhone 16 case collection. The brand’s gear has become a staple in my personal setup and a real favorite around the 9to5 offices for a reason…it’s really good. From its wonderful metal bracelet-style Apple Watch bands to both flavors of its leather iPhone cases, and the new series 16 models have arrived. And with an exclusive pre-order deal for our readers no less – use code gadgetnewsonline at checkout to knock 10% off any of the new leather iPhone 16 cases. 

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Burton Goods’ new leather iPhone 16 cases and MagSafe wallets debut with 15% launch deal

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Now live

The leather iPhone 16 accessories and cases are coming hard and fast now and another one of our favorites is here. Burton Goods, the maker of fine handcrafted leather accessories for iPhone, Mac, iPad, and more has now debuted its new iPhone 16 collection consisting of new leather cases and a couple classic style MagSafe wallets. Best of all, everything is up for pre-order now with a 15% price drop at check out. All of the details you need are waiting down below. 

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Updated CASETiFY iPhone 16 cases arrive with new modular attachment system, clips, and straps

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The new CASETiFY iPhone 16 case collection has arrived. Available for purchase both on Amazon and on the official CASETiFY site where you’ll find the usual massive selection of designs for each of its case silhouettes, Impact, Mirror, Ripple, and Clear, this year the brand is introducing its new upgraded Ultra Bounce Case for iPhone 16. Not only the most protective of the bunch, it also now features a series of modular attachments “such as a novelty carabiner allowing users to wear their new iPhone 16 in multiple ways and positions.”

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Nomad debuts new full-wrap leather iPhone 16 case, mag leather back plate model, more

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Nomad! Now live!

Okay here you go folks, another one of the very best leather iPhone case makers is here, as Nomad has now put its leather iPhone 16 cases up for pre-order. If you’re going to make a top 5 list of the best leather iPhone 16 cases, Nomad had better be on it, and they better high on the list too if you ask me. This year the brand is bringing back its wonderful Horween leather treatments, both in the standard form-factor as well as its Leather Folio style with the leather case on the inside of the wallet-like fold-over cover. Those options also now sit alongside its Sport and Rugged model as well as the unique Magnetic Leather Back. You’ll find all them now up for sale right here and be sure to head below for some details on each of them along with the preorder pricing. 

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Arc’s metal iPhone 16 bumper cases are now live, here’s an exclusive deal for 9to5 readers

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10% off

Update: Use code 9TO510 at checkout if you don’t see the discount in the cart.

Arc makes some of the best and most unique bumper-style cases and the new iPhone 16 models are now available for purchase. For folks that don’t want to cover up that beautiful iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max but still want something to safeguard the corners while providing some table top protection, the Arc iPhone 16 cases are easily some of the best. Plus, we have an exclusive price drop on pre-orders for 9to5 readers. 

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MUJJO makes some of the best leather cases and the iPhone 16 models are here with new colors

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Now live! iPhone 16

Some of the best iPhone 16 leather cases have arrived as the new MUJJO collection goes live after Apple took the stage to announce its latest smartphones. As any gadgetnewsonline reader will know, we are big fans of the brand’s full-grain leather iPhone cases – even its leather-alternative Maize case – and this year MUJJO is back once again with new covers just for Apple’s series 16 devices. The European leather returns alongside its more rugged Shield Case and some fresh new colorways that are gracing the collection along with the mainstay brown, black, maroon, and navy. Head below for more details on some of the best leather iPhone 16 cases you’ll find any where at this price range. 

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Laser anything you want into Alto’s new natural wood iPhone 16 cases, 20% off for 9to5 readers

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20% off

The Alto handmade wooden iPhone 16 cases are now ready for purchase, and we have an exclusive deal for you too. Featuring your choice of locally sourced woods, the Alto Collective case design takes a different approach from your average mass-produced brands out there – everything is handmade and made to order. Straying from your average plastic and silicone body designs, Alto makes use of “beautiful woods sourced locally from FSC certified lumber mills and distributors” that remain “100% compatible with Qi wireless and MagSafe charging.” On top of that, everything is completely customizable, from the wood and colors you choose to the brand’s special form of laser engraving – you can leave the wooden case back natural, or have anything you want engraved right into it. The new wooden iPhone 16 cases are now live on the site along with its custom options (more on this below) and 9to5 readers can score 20% off their purchase using code 9TO5MAC at checkout. 

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WaterField’s new iPhone 16 Shinjuku Sling bag wraps your EDC in waxed canvas and leather

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The new WaterField iPhone 16 Shinjuku Slingbag has arrived to neatly stow your new Apple handset and other everyday carry items. WaterField is another one of the standout artisan Apple and tech accessory makers out there, from bags and carriers of all sorts to MacBook sleeves and wallets, its gear is handcrafted in San Francisco by a small team of artisans and designers. Known for its use of a combination of natural materials, textiles, and fabrics, much of its collection features a waxed canvas treatment with hits of leather and the new iPhone 16 Shinjuku Sling bag carries that tradition forward. Now available for purchase in various colorways directly from the WaterField site, you can take a closer look down below. 

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Spigen’s new lockable 6-card Tintap MagSafe wallet with dual-sided magnets sees first deal at $32

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First deal $32

We just spotted the very first deal on Spigen’s new Tintap MagFit+ lockable MagSafe wallet. Coming by way of the brand’s official Amazon storefront, you can score one down at $31.99 in either black or Dune Beige. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $35. Regularly $35, this is a brand new release seeing the very first deal we have tracked since it landed on Amazon less than a month ago. With a few interesting features up its sleeve, head below for more details on what to expect here. 

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Anker just debuted its thinnest power bank to date with Qi2 MagSafe charging [Launch deal]

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15% off 2 Qi2

Anker has had a strong series of new gear releases as of late, first with its new Prime Power stations complete with onboard color displays, and more recently its new IFA gear. We also featured the 3-in-1 15W travel charger, but now we are looking at another piece of its latest Qi2 gear with its slimline MagGo power banks. It’s not its first portable battery pack to feature the new charging standard, we have already featured the model with an onboard display and kickstand you can score for the same price, but the new model does deliver a higher-end design otherwise alongside a thinner form-factor. Now available for purchase, head below for more details and some information on how to score a launch deal. 

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Check out UGREEN’s new Uno MagSafe 5K power bank with built-in stand and display at $36 [Launch deal]

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$35

After launching a USB-C robot charger and a charging cable, UGREEN has now debuted a Uno MagSafe 5,000mAh power bank with the same vibe. Now available for purchase on Amazon at just $35.99 shipped thanks to a 20% launch deal, this new MagSafe power bank features a built-in display to showcase adorable robotic facial expressions. Head below fore more details and a closer look at this new power bank.

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Check out Anker’s new 360-degree rotating 15W Qi2 MagSafe charging stand at $36

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Joining its new 3-in-1 15W travel charger that debuted at IFA 2024 yesterday, Anker is also unleashing a new Qi2 MagSafe stand with rotating charging pad for a more versatile viewing experience. This time we are looking at a singular iPhone charging setup with a more than affordable $36 price tag and you can dive into the details down below. 

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ESR debuts new Qi2 MagSafe charging gear with CryoBoost active cooling from $35 [Launch deal]

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From $35

Hot on the heels of new Qi2 charging gear from Anker and Belkin, ESR has now shown off some of its new Qi2 MagSafe charging gear at IFA 2024 in Berlin. ESR’s new collection includes a 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger, a Qi2 Car Mount Charger, and a Qi2 MagSafe Battery Pack with a kickstand. These new Qi2 chargers are now available to purchase from Amazon, with the MagSafe Qi2 car charger landing a 13% launch deal. Head below for more details on each of them.

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Belkin revives Apple’s discontinued MagSafe Duo charger with its new fabric-wrapped Qi2 15W model

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IFA 2024 is in full swing and Belkin just debuted a series of new Qi2 chargers headlined, at least for me, by the new 2-in-1 Magnetic Charging Travel Pad. It looks a lot like the discontinued Apple MagSafe Duo charger, but with a fabric-wrapped charcoal finish and 15W Qi2 power. Now available for purchase directly from Belkin with Amazon listings inbound soon, hit the jump for a closer look here. 

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Anker debuts new 3-in-1 fold-out 15W Qi2 charger for iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch at IFA

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3-in-1 $90

Anker has taken to the show floor at IFA 2024 in Berlin to show off some of its latest tech, including its new MagSafe-compatible MagGo UFO Charger – a 3-in-1 foldable travel charger with Qi2. The brand has been making a strong push into the 15W Qi2 space across this year alongside range of new charging devices headlined by a series of new MagSafe charging stands and its 250W Prime Charging Stations with the onboard status/clock display, but now it’s time for some on-the-go gear. Dive in below for a closer look at the new MagGo 3-in-1 Qi2 UFO Charger and more. 

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MagSafe charging stands don’t have to be pricey, Anker’s 2-in-1 15W Qi2 model is now $37.50

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25% off $37.50

The official Anker Amazon storefront is now offering its 2024 upgraded 2-in-1 Qi2 15W MagGo charging stand starting at $37.50 shipped once you clip the on-page coupon. Ready for iPhone 12 through, presumably, 16 as well as a Android devices with a proper MagSafe case in place, this is a regularly $50 charging stand that is now seeing a solid 25% price drop. It comes within $1.50 of the lowest we have tracked and delivers one of the best values you’ll find from a trusted brand in the 15W 2-in-1 stand space. 

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Score a pair of Samsung’s official 25W USB-C Fast Wall Chargers with two cables for $25 ($70 value)

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$12.50 ea. $25

Woot is now offering a 2-pack of Samsung 25W USB-C Super Fast Wall Chargers with a pair of USB-C cables to go along with them down at $24.99. This deal is available in both the black and white colorways. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Very similar 25W chargers sell for $35 a pop directly from Samsung. Today’s deal yields a price at $12.50 each for these official Samsung charger packages and includes the full 1-year Samsung warranty – they do ship in general bulk packaging though. 

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Check out UGREEN’s new 100W braided USB-C cable with onboard display at just $13

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Uno $13

Just after featuring the brand’s USB-C robot charger with the onboard display and magnetic feet, UGREEN has now brought its adorable robotic facial expressions and built-in display to its latest Uno USB-C charging cable. We feature a ton of charging cables around here, but it’s not very often you see a braided one with a built-in LED screen that delivers real-time charging status by way of cute facial expressions, that’s for sure. Now available for purchase on Amazon at just $12.99 Prime shipped, head below for more details. 

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New GameBaby case brings Game Boy-style controls to iPhone 15 and 16 Pro Max [Pre-order deal]

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Reg. $40 $20

We have been featuring iPhone cases around here for years, but perhaps nothing quite like the new GameBaby from Bitmo Lab. Combining a somewhat traditional iPhone case with Game Boy-like controls, the new GameBaby delivers a sort of two-piece cover that brings some physical gaming controls to iPhone 15 Max and iPhone 16 Max, according to the brand. Now available for pre-order ahead of next week’s iPhone 16 reveal, you can score one down at $19.99 from the regular $40 price tag during the pre-sale phase. 

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UGREEN’s new USB-C robot charger isn’t just adorable: 100W, 4-ports, magnetic feet, and onboard display

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Brand new $70

UGREEN is now out with a sweet new robot charger, but this time with even more ports, more power, and even more adorable facial expressions for the built-in display. This might look like just a cute little robot toy that happens to be a charger, and it very much is, but it is indeed also a serious charging solution with notable output power, some interesting features, and an onboard display that shows off some personality too. Now available for purchase via the brand’s official Amazon storefront, you can get more details on the new 100W UGREEN Uno Nexode Robot Charger below. 

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All of the best Labor Day deals now live: Save on Apple, Samsung, e-bikes, PC gaming, more

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Labor Day! Now live!

The best Labor Day deals are already starting to flood in even before we get into the weekend. While we are expecting more come Monday, there is plenty of incredible deals up for grabs right now. While the Labor Day festivities, at least when it comes to saving money, tends to center around massive discounts on home appliances (and we have featured up to $2,200 off Samsung models and giant $500 Best Buy gift cards with up to 50% in savings on other brands), there’s also some of the best prices of the year now live on Apple and Samsung tech, e-bikes, PC gaming gear, chargers for your entire setup, power stations, smart TVs, and loads of discounts on apparel and footwear from the hottest brands. Head below for the best Labor Day deals you can score right now and be sure to check back throughout the weekend for constant updates.

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Best Labor Day deals under $30: Apple gear, MagSafe chargers, smart home, and much more

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Labor Day Under $30

Welcome to our collection of the best Labor Day deals under $30. While Labor Day typically ushers in big-time price drops on more pricey gear like smart TVs and Apple tech, home appliances, and e-bikes, and we have certainly featured offers on all of those things, we thought it would be helpful to put the spotlight on some of the less expensive gear we love that is seeing notable deals ahead of Labor Day weekend too. Spread across a range of product categories, from charging and smart home gear to travel companion gadgets, mini smart speakers, and some grilling accessories, you’ll find some of our favorite Labor Day deals for under $30 highlighted down below, alongside the rest of the deals we have been tracking all week.

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New metal elago MagSafe holder elegantly attaches iPhone to your iPad/MacBook workstation at $24

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MagSafe $24

Just after taking a look at its new magnetic desk organization board, we have now spotted another new piece of magnetic kit from elago. This new elago Magnetic Phone Holder Mount is designed to attach to the back of your MacBook, laptop, iPad, or really anything like that to provide an elegant and adjustable magnetic holder for your iPhone (or other handsets with a magnetic case). It is also one of the few options from a brand we feature around here that comes in a nice silver finish and lands at a more affordable $24 Prime shipped price tag than some of the other similar gadgets we have featured in the past. 

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Tested: Spigen’s new 3-in-1 Apple-certified MagSafe stand finds a way to stand out

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Today we are taking a closer look at the new Spigen ArcField MagFit+ charging stand as part of the latest entry to our Tested with gadgetnewsonline series. There are loads of magnetic charging stands out there…I mean more than basically anyone can keep track of, but this one does find a way to stand out with the Apple-certified 15W iPhone power, 5W Apple Watch charging, and a bonus 3-in-1 + 1 setup. Check out our hands-on impressions below. 

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mophie’s new 30W powerstations debut today with AC and built-in USB-C cables, buy two at 30% off

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2 for 30% off

It’s been a busy day in new product releases, and next up is ZAGG with its refreshed lineup of powerstation gear. We have been featuring the ZAGG accessories and mophie powerstations around for years – we just tested out its new iPhone 15 juice pack battery case and I still use/love its fabric-wrapped 45W 20,000mAh powerstation pro – but now the brand is ready to unleash its latest with three updated models and some integrated USB-C cable action. Head below for a closer look at each of them and some launch bundle deals too. 

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Twelve South unveils ‘world’s smallest 2-in-1 MagSafe charger’ – the new 15W Qi2 ButterFly SE

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Pre-order Now live!

Today we are getting a new Twelve South travel charger. The new ButterFly SE 2-in-1 Qi2 Travel Charger for iPhone and Apple Watch is the latest edition of the brand’s already available Butterfly 2-in-1 USB-C MagSafe model that we know and love – it was just showcased in our first-ever gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit feature, but this time with 15W Qi2 charging action. Going up for pre-order today, it comes in three new colorways and lands with an even lower price tag. 

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gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit – My favorite gear to bring on a weekend trip to NYC

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On our very first edition of the new gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit series, we are heading to the Big Apple with our favorite weekend kit. And by we, I mean me, and this is the gear I plan on bringing with me. This will be a short and sweet trip to NYC for a few days with a more pleasure over work vibe, so I won’t need my full tech kit here, but I still want to ensure my phone is charged up and ready to go, I have favorite leather bag over my shoulder, and my passport ready to go. Head below to check out my favorite gear to bring for a weekend in the big city.

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Anker debuts new 8-in-1 AC/USB-C charging station at just 0.7 inches thick, launch deal at $26

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$26

After featuring some of the brand’s wild new Prime power banks and power stations with onboard displays, today we are taking a look at one of Anker’s more modest (and affordable) new releases. The new 8-in-1 Anker Charging Station delivers a series of charging prowess by way of a collection of AC outlets as well as both USB-A/C ports in a super thin and compact form-factor. Best of all, it is landing with a nice launch deal via the brand’s official Amazon storefront. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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