World Backup Day 2025 delivers big-time deals on Portable SSDs, microSD, NAS, more from $15

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Image showing a person using Samsung T7 Shield portable SSD.

World Backup Day 2025 has arrived and with it, a sizable number of notable price drops on all things storage via Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and others. From portable SSDs, and internal SSDs to thumb drives and microSD cards, there are hundreds in savings today from top brands including SanDisk, WD, Samsung, Lexar, PNY, and more. While in many ways this is just another one of those made up holidays – I guess they all are to some degree, if it’s going to deliver some notable savings on storage gear, we are here for it. Down below you’ll find our growing roundup of World Backup Day deals now at the ready. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-3 Days]: Is late spring or early summer a strange time to release a new console?

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A cartoon character lying on a lounge chair on a beach

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.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-4 Days]: Details on the leaked Switch 2 Zelda game(s)

Zelda Switch 2

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. 

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Nintendo just officially confirmed the release date for its upcoming live-action Zelda movie!

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Way back in November of 2023 Nintendo issued an open letter on behalf of itself and Sony Pictures to announce that a live-action Zelda film was in the works. Details and development updates on the project have been largely quiet since then, but it has now confirmed an official release for the upcoming live-action Zelda movie! 

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Turtle Beach VelocityOne Multi-Shift Review: The 3-in-1 shifter for PC or Xbox [Video]

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. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-5 Days]: Will we see less stutters in current 60fps Switch titles?

T-5 Days Switch 2

Nintendo Switch is nearly a decade old at this point, and honestly, I’m very impressed by just how good some games look and perform given the constraints of its dated hardware. That being said, frame drops and stuttering are apparent at times, and I’m wondering if Switch 2 could resolve these issues for existing games. While we won’t know for certain until the next generation Switch is out in the wild, that can’t stop us from hoping and speculating for the time being.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-6 Days]: Details on the new 3D Mario game for Switch 2

T-6 Days 3D Mario

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. 

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gadgetnewsonline Travel Kit – Gear I’m taking on a week-long Euro trip with long-haul flights

Today, on this new edition of our gadgetnewsonline 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.

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Nintendo confirms the existence of both Switch 2 exclusives and ‘Switch 2 Edition games’ – are these Switch 1 titles we have to buy again?

What are Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games? While today’s Nintendo Direct wasn’t the presentation we have all been waiting on (for years now), there were some exciting announcements and new game footage for some highly anticipated titles. It debuted the new Nintendo Today! app you can download for FREE right now as well as the new Virtual Game Cards – a system where by you can lend digital games and load up titles on two different Switch consoles. But there’s also some potentially interesting mentions of Switch 2 games in the fine print here. 

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All-new Nintendo Today! app now live on iOS and Android, reveals the rumored Switch 2 “C” button

It has been a busy day in Nintendo Switch news – Best Buy might have leaked the pre-order date this morning and we just got whole slew of updates on new games courtesy of this morning’s Nintendo Direct presentation. As part of this morning’s showcase, Nintendo unveiled the new Virtual Game Cards as well as an all-new Android and iOS app known as Nintendo Today! Alongside daily updates on all things Nintendo sent directly to your smartphone, it also just revealed the mysterious “C” button. Head below for more details. 

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Best Buy might have just leaked the official Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order date!

Leaked!

Update 3/28: Internal documents from a major US retailer has purportedly just leaked official Switch 2 pre-order date that differs from the date mentioned below.

Update: Best Buy has removed the announcement with the purported leak…there are also reports sourced from other retailers suggesting this date was mentioned in error.

Heads up folks, Best Buy might have just leaked the official pre-order date for Nintendo Switch 2! An official Best Buy Canada announcement, that will likely get taken down at any minute, just specifically stated that pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 will officially go live on April 2. 

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Backbone debuts all-new transparent green Xbox Edition mobile controller today

New Backbone

The Backbone One has been lauded as one of the better mobile gaming controllers for iOS and Android users for quite some time, and today it is officially introducing its new Xbox Edition. Adorning eye-catching transparent green aesthetics – we really love the look here, Backbone says this isn’t just any mobile controller, but rather one that’s an extension of Xbox itself. Now available for purchase directly from Backbone, you can get a closer look and more details down below. 

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Journey debuts new steel Apple Find My water bottle with wireless charging, built-in MagSafe stand, and a 15% launch deal

Find My bottle

Journey is brand best known for all things Apple gear accessories, from chargers and MagSafe gear, to Find My tracker-equipped wallets, and more, but today it is introducing REEVUS – a new insulated stainless steel tumbler with Apple Find My, wireless charging, and built-in MagSafe stand. Best of all, you can score one today with an early 15% off launch deal. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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Nintendo Direct showcase: Metroid Prime 4, Virtual Game Cards, Pokemon, and much more

The next Nintendo Direct showcase goes live today folks. Yesterday Nintendo officially announced a new, second Direct set to broadcast to the Mushroom Kingdom this morning ahead of next week’s prime time show where it will fully reveal the next-generation Switch 2 – just six days and counting now. This morning’s show will be entirely focused on Switch games, delivering 30 straight minutes of upcoming titles and you can follow along with us below. 

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Nintendo announces new Direct Switch showcase and it goes live tomorrow! 30 minutes of upcoming games

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The rumors were true. It’s not the Switch 2 Direct we are all waiting for but Nintendo’s has decided it will host a new Direct presentation to focus on 30 minutes of new Switch games this week too. The whole thing kicks off tomorrow morning and we have all of the details for you down below. 

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Score a FREE $50 credit towards Samsung’s new ‘industry-first’ next-gen 4K 240Hz gaming display, 3D model, more

4K 240Hz FREE $50

Alongside its ongoing spring sale event, Samsung just officially revealed its next-generation  immersive 3D and OLED Odyssey Gaming Monitors alongside the new 37-inch ViewFinity S8. And perhaps even more exciting, it has also launched a Reserve Campaign for all of them – you can secure a FREE no strings-attached $50 credit towards your purchase when they launch simply by dropping your email down on this official Samsung landing page (you don’t even have to end up purchasing a monitor when the release). Details below. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-7 Days]: This thing looks bland, when will we see more colorways?

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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.

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Sony just launched an insanely massive PlayStation Spring sale with over 4,700 titles at up to 75% off

75% off Spring Sale

Hot on the heels of the giant Mega March sale and the still live $110 in savings on the Astro Bot PlayStation 5 Slim console bundles, Sony is set to launch a massive PlayStation Spring Sale today. Earlier this month Sony debuted a major digital game sale with thousands of deals, but that’s flipping out for an even larger official PlayStation Spring Sale and it all kicks off today with up to 75% off a near endless number of games and DLC packs. 

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All of the best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals: Apple, Samsung, Google, EVs, apparel, and more

Best of Big Spring Sale

The Amazon Big Spring Sale is now live and bursting at the seams with major price drops across just about all major categories. We have already uncovered some seriously notable price drops on everything from big-ticket tech items to essentials for under $25, but, needless to say, with this many deals flying it can be hard to parse through the good stuff – so just let us do it for you. Welcome to our master roundup of the best Amazon Big Spring deals where you’ll find the very best deals we have scope out organized by category down below.

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LEGO is taking us back to Bag End with the unveiling of its upcoming Icons 10354 The Shire

New Set! LOTR

LEGO is bringing builders and fantasy fans some long-awaited news with the unveiling of its upcoming Icons 10354 The Lord of the Rings: The Shire set. This will certainly have all hobbit hole-dwelling enthusiasts giddy to celebrate, just remember – “No admittance except on party business!” We’re getting a look at this highly-detailed build well ahead of its April release, complete with your favorite Bag End characters getting the brick treatment alongside many scenic and iconic elements from Bilbo’s birthday. Head below to get more information on what to expect as well as browse the photos we’ve collected.

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Report: ‘Inside sources’ detail Nintendo’s Switch 2 launch game release schedule, more

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The countdown to next month’s official Switch 2 Direct is officially on – only 8 more days folks! But some details are emerging today from what appear to be sources very close to the launch of Switch 2 with details on the release date for the console, and perhaps even more interesting, a 3-stage release plan for the Switch 2 launch games. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-8 Days]: Let’s unbox the new OLED Mario Wonder bundle so I can have the Switch 2 all to myself

T-8 Days Wonder(ful)

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.

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Amazon Big Spring Sale goes live today with thousands of discounts

Live today Big Spring Sale

The Amazon 2025 Big Spring Sale goes live today folks. The now annual spring event is set to deliver seven straight days of savings with deals set to kick off today and run through until March 31 across a massive range of product categories. From sought-after tech and smart home gear to EVs, smartphone accessories, spring cleaning products, and a whole lot more, the deals will be flying starting today and we will be here to uncover the best of them. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-9 Days]: ‘Switch 2 Enhanced’ games, AI tech, specs, mouse mode, more

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. 

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Walmart’s giant Super Savings Week Spring sale now live! $100 off Apple Watch, AirPods, LEGO from $14, Ninja gear, and more

The official Walmart Super Savings Week Spring sale is now in full swing with many of the best advertised deals now up for grabs. Amazon announced its Big Spring Sale that is set to kick off tomorrow but Walmart is getting a one day head start with loads of price drops now live across a number of product categories from Apple gear like Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods through to loads of Ninja kitchen products, outdoor patio sets and grills to get your space summer-ready, LEGO kits, and much more. Head below for more details on the now live Walmart Super Savings Week Spring sale. 

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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Countdown [T-10 Days]: Pre-order dates, times, and more

T-10 Days Switch 2

The Countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has begun: T-10 Days. There are only 10 days left until Nintendo officially takes the virtual stage as part of its latest Direct presentation, and this time it’s going to be all about Nintendo Switch 2, the games, the prices, the specs, and quite possibly pre-orders. 

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Review: Roborock’s new Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop

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.

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Tested: Fighting off the dark with 4K Night Vision Binoculars from WASOCA

$170

“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.

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Latest leak suggests Switch 2 is getting a major display upgrade – 120Hz VRR, HDR, more

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be the biggest launch in all of gaming, according experts, but we still aren’t sure about some of the major aspects of the launch and features of the console – release date, price, and specs. However some recent rumors have surfaced suggesting the new console will see a serious upgrade in the display department, just, perhaps, not the one many of us were hoping for. 

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Spigen debuts new $37 EDC pouch that doubles as a mini MagSafe backpack for your iPhone

Spigen Snapzip

Ever wanted a backpack for your iPhone? No, not a backpack to put your iPhone in, an actual iPhone backpack. The all-new Spigen Snapzip MagSafe Pouch Organizer, or mini MagSafe iPhone bag, just surfaced on Amazon at $36.99 to take the MagSafe wallet category to a whole new level. 

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The Seattle Mariners will wear a Nintendo Switch 2 logo this season, debuts March 27

The hype and marketing train towards the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 rolls on today as Nintendo and the Seattle Marines have announced expansion of their long-standing relationship – the 2025 Mariners jerseys will feature a Nintendo Switch 2 logo this year. 

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Lenovo’s SteamOS-powered Legion Go S gaming handhelds now up for pre-order starting at $550

Lenovo made a huge splash at CES earlier this year by announcing the launch of its new Legion Go S PC gaming handhelds. These handhelds, in case you missed them during CES, are the first third-party handhelds to ship with Steam Deck’s SteamOS software. The new SteamOS Legion Go S handhelds are now up for pre-order, and you can snag them right now from Best Buy starting at $549.99 shipped. The latest models now up for grabs will join the existing Windows-powered variant that first hit the scene right after CES for $729.99 shipped. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new devices.

Walmart announces giant upcoming sale event to take on Amazon’s Prime Spring deals

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Yesterday Amazon officially announced its upcoming Prime Spring Deal event, and Walmart has now done much of the same. Just like during Black Friday and Prime Day events, Walmart isn’t going to let Amazon have all of the fun, having now officially announced its upcoming Super Savings Week event to take on Amazon’s upcoming Big Spring Sale. Hey below for the start times and a preview of the deals. 

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Tested: Spigen’s new $20 Trail Loop-style Apple Watch band is even nicer than it looks, and super comfortable too

Athlex Air $20

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. 

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Tested: Walking it out on the WPM03 Auto Incline Treadmill from Flexispot [Video]

$150 $349.99

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.

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Amazon just officially announced a massive Prime Day Spring Sale – start times, deals, and more

Big Spring Sale

Amazon has now officially announced its upcoming Prime Spring Deal event – the Big Spring Sale. Over the last few years Amazon has hosted a pair of major summer and fall Prime Day sale events alongside its usual Black Friday and holiday sales, but it is also once running its Big Spring Sale in 2025 and it all starts on March 25. Head below for all of the details on Amazon’s next massive sale event. 

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LEGO Pokémon teaser just leaked on official channels [Update: Now official]

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Update: LEGO has now officially announced LEGO Pokémon! You can watch the official teaser video right here.

Electrify your imagination in 2026 and get ready to build something we’ve never built with LEGO® bricks before! LEGO® Pokémon™ is a brand-new collaboration that brings your love for bricks and your love for Pokémon together. In 2026, we’re calling all Pokémon Trainers to get ready to build and catch some of their favorite Pokémon!

LEGO Pokémon is coming! We think anyway. While we can’t confirm with 100% certainty that this one is true, it very much appears as though LEGO just accidentally leaked its upcoming Pokémon collab. Reports surfaced across the internet this morning claiming LEGO just leaked its upcoming crossover with The Pokémon Company by way of a teaser video that has since been taken down – you can check it out below though. 

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lululemon unveils new spring colors and styles for 2025 you do not want to miss!

lululemon’s fresh new spring arrivals are here with bright colors that are ready to turn heads. Today we’re here to give you the inside scoop on what’s happening at lululemon. From ultra-lightweight leggings to sweat-wicking tops perfect for layering, lululemon’s latest collection blends luxe fabric with eye-catching aesthetics. Expect new takes on classic styles, innovative silhouettes, and limited-edition colors that capture the essence of spring. Find all of our top picks from their latest drops below and be sure to check out our fashion guide for all of today’s best sales here.

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Paws-on with the Dog Car Seat Cover from Twesync [Video]

$109

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.

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‘Reliable’ source claims to have been told the Switch 2 release date, details on some new launch games – Elden Ring, and more

Elden Ring?

Just when it started to feel like the Switch 2 launch leaks were starting to slow down in favor of well-respected industry analysis and the like, a reliable leaker claims to have been told when to expect the Switch 2 launch while also providing some insight on potential third-party launch titles we haven’t heard about just yet otherwise. 

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Death Stranding 2 Collector’s Edition pre-orders go live today – 48-hr. early access, 15-inch statue, figurine, and more

Last week Hideo Kojima took the stage at SXSW for a lengthy sit down where one of gaming’s most celebrated creators debuted a new 10-minute trailer for the upcoming Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Alongside new details on the game and some gameplay footage, we also got caught the June 26 release date and details on the epic Collector’s Edition of the game that is set to go up for pre-order this morning. 

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Analysts close to Nintendo confirm $399 Switch 2 price expectations, June release, 6+ million units ready on launch day

There have been a ton of rumors on Switch 2 ahead of the official April 2 Direct presentation, some far more reliable and interesting than others. While we had some firm new details coming by way of an FCC report as well as some hints at new features via patent filings and the like, not to mention trusted industry insiders with solid track records dishing up the goods, but a new report from Bloomberg and “analysts who regularly communicate with [Nintendo] and its software and hardware partners” might be one of the most compelling yet. 

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Tested: Spigen TinTap lockable MagSafe wallet – a useful 6-card carrier that might be much thicker than you hoped for

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.

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Elevation Lab debuts elegant new way to attach an AirTag to bag and camera straps – TagVault Strap Compact from $8.50

The AirTag 2 might be inbound soon, but Elevation Lab has been on a roll this year already, delivering some of the best and most interesting AirTag accessories and mounts you’ll find anywhere. You will, after all, likely need a way to repurpose and put the AirTags you already have to good use, even if you pick up the new model when it releases, and the brand has now unleashed its next add-on – the AirTag Strap Compact. Available for purchase starting from $15 Prime shipped, you can get a closer look below. 

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Dataminers suggest Nintendo has shipped 380,000 Switch 2 units into the U.S. – but it better be a lot more than that

There are more than a few burning question up on the air surrounding the launch of Nintendo’s Switch 2 – how much will it cost? What is the release date? What are the launch games? But with the way console launches went over the last generation, many folks are also asking if they’ll even be able to buy one without getting burned on eBay at exorbitant prices. There are two major factors at play here – how many units Nintendo will actually be able to get stateside before pre-orders go live and the console’s subsequent release, as well as how much overtime the scalper bots will be working when listings do go live online. Nintendo has already addressed the latter, and we might have some insight on the former courtesy of some recently surfaced information from dataminers. 

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Nintendo announces grand opening of new official San Francisco storefront ahead of Switch 2 launch

San Fran Nintendo

We are quickly approaching the upcoming official Nintendo Switch 2 Direct presentation on April 2, and Nintendo has just announced the grand opening of its second flagship store in the US. Presumably offering gamers another official location to lineup at midnight for a chance to be the first to score the new Switch 2 console, the new location is set open its doors for the first time on May 15 in San Francisco’s iconic Union Square. Head below for more details and details on a chance to win a trip to the new brick and mortar Mushroom Kingdom locations. 

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Review: Glorious GMMK 3 Pro HE Wired keyboard offers a highly customizable experience for both work and play

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.

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Latest Switch 2 leak suggests Nintendo is finally fixing online voice chat, and what that “C” button might actually be for

The official launch of Switch 2, gaming’s most anticipated release of the year, is quickly approaching and some new details have come to light regarding a potential major upgrade to its voice chat system. 

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