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Tested: UGREEN’s ‘world’s first’ Qi2.2 25W MagSafe power bank with USB-C cable has become my go-to portable charger [Deal]

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There’s no shortage of MagSafe power banks out there these days, but this UGREEN 10,000mAh MagFlow model stands out for a big reason – it’s the world’s first Qi2.2-certified 25W portable charger. Even now – a couple of months after its debut – there aren’t many 25W Qi2 power banks readily available on the market, which makes this unit all the more remarkable. I’ve been carrying it as part of my EDC for a couple of weeks, and it’s quickly become my everyday go-to. Here’s everything you need to know about it in case you’re planning to pick one of these up.

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Amazon just officially revealed details on loads of upcoming fall Prime Day deals

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Prime/Deal Days

We are just over a week out from the official fall Prime Day sale known as Prime Big Deal Days.  While we are already tracking a ton of notable early deals on Amazon’s Echo smart speakers, Fire HD tablets, and Kindle readers as well as up to $750 off Samsung gaming monitors, and much more, today Amazon has released an official sneak peek at loads of upcoming fall Prime Day deals. 

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New MURAKAMI drop: Iconic FLOWERS motif set to adorn CASETiFY’s latest iPhone 17 gear

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FLOWERS/iPhone 17

The next MURAKAMI drop has been revealed. CASETiFY is well known for its crossover projects with major IP, cultural institutions, pop culture franchises, and a whole lot more, but it has now officially announced a new MURAKAMI x CASETiFY Co-lab project that blurs the lines between “art history, pop culture, and personal expression” – a bunch of iPhone 17 cases covered in MURAKAMI FLOWERS. 

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Tested: MUJJO’s new Full Leather iPhone 17 Pro case with matching metal details – one of the best for the price

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Right on cue, the new MUJJO leather iPhone 17 case lineup landed immediately after the new phone’s hit the virtual stage at this year’s “Awe dropping” event in Cupertino. They have been some of the best leather cases for the price for than a couple years, and now it’s time to see how its Full Leather fits on the new iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. 

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Tested: Twelve South debuted all-new iPhone 17/Pro/Max cases, but are they any better than a $16 silicone model?

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Bundle deal

Alongside its new leather BookBook case, Twelve South debuted an all-new collection of silicone iPhone 17/Pro and Pro Max cases with matching Apple Watch bands to match. We have now had a chance to test them out in an attempt to answer the glaring question here – why would anyone pay $50 for a Twelve South silicone case when they can get one that looks similar on Amazon for $16? Let’s dive in.

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Insomniac (finally) reveals visceral and violent new gameplay trailer for Marvel’s Wolverine, official art, more details

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It has been a long time coming, but Insomniac has finally given us a seriously good look at its Wolverine game, and it looks wild. Some may have felt it was going to sugar the experience, but this isn’t your neighborhood Spider-Man folks – this thing looks rough, raw, and extremely violent. Just the way we wanted it. 

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Hands-on with Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution set

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New TCG/Mega Set

The Pokémon Company has announced that Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution, the first expansion in the brand-new Mega Evolution Series, will launch on September 26, 2025. This is the most excited I have been about a new Pokémon set since the 151 set! Ahead of release, I got my hands on several of the upcoming products, and here’s a breakdown of what’s inside each one and why fans should be excited.

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Tested: If you’re looking for a proper artisan leather iPhone Air case, check this one out [Deal]

Burton Goods Heritage Leather Case For iPhone 17 Air-01
20% off

Burton Goods and its beautiful handmade leather cases are back for iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, but today we are taking a closer hands-on look at its brand new iPhone Air case – the Heritage Leather. If you like leather goods, real proper artisanship, and a case the ages beautifully, Burton Goods should be on your radar – but can it keep up with Apple’s awe dropping new ultra-thin iPhone?

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Viofo A329T Review: The dash cam to buy if you want to capture license plates

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A329T

I have used a few dash cams before, but Viofo’s latest flagship really caught my eye because it goes a step beyond the usual font-and-rear setup. The A329T steps things up by adding a second forward-facing camera with a telephoto lens designed to zoom in and capture details farther down the road. I don’t consider myself a hardcore “dash cam enthusiast” but I do care about reliable video protection and clear footage. So I was very curious to see how Viofo’s newest camera setup really performs.

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Tune in to Capcom’s 40-min TGS livestream: New looks at PRAGMATA, SF6, Mega Man Star Force Legacy, more

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TGS/Capcom

Capcom is set to host its Tokyo Game Show livestream this morning. While we are not expecting anything new from the highly-anticipated Resident Evil Requiem, just about every other major Capcom franchise, alongside some of the upcoming titles will be present and going live this morning on YouTube with new details and gameplay footage. 

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Tested: Nomad Traditional Leather for iPhone 17 Pro – not the same as last year, but still one of the best

Nomad Traditional Leather iPhone 17 Pro Case review

Nomad is back, as expected, with a slate of new sporty and leather cases for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, as well as some Air models (more on those to come). I absolutely adored last year’s Nomad Traditional Leather Case for my iPhone 16 Pro – it is the most elegant model in the lineup if you ask me, and now it’s time to see how the new design works with Apple’s Cosmic Orange.

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Sony officially announces this week’s State of Play showcase – 35-mins. of game ‘reveals and news’

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Nintendo just hit us with one of the most epic September showcases in recent memory at the latest Direct, and now Sony is looking to get in on the action as it has just announced the next PlayStation State of Play. Last time around we got a dedicated 30-minute rundown of the new James Bond game, but this week State of Play is returning to form with a relatively sizable showcase of reveals and updates from devs across the globe, including PlayStation Studios. 

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Tested: Arc Pulse for iPhone 17/Pro – still the most elegant bumper case out there

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Arc’s Pulse bumper case for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and the new iPhone Air are now available for purchase and we have had a chance to test one out for ourselves. These minimalist 2-piece metal bumpers were a popular option among readers last year and it’s time to make sure Arc’s treatment of the new iPhone 17 (Pro in this case) design is just as impressive as it was in year’s past. 

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Apple deals live for iPhone 17 launch week: AirPods Pro 3 first discount, Mac mini, iPads, official Apple cases, more [Updated]

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It’s iPhone 17 launch weekend and the Apple deals are flying. Not only are we tracking the first price drop on the brand new AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon, but it is also offering some launch deals on the entire collection of official Apple iPhone 17/Pro/Max and iPhone Air cases. All of that joins deals on the new 25W Qi2 MagSafe Charger, the entire M4 MacBook Air lineup at $200 off, all M3 iPad Air models at $150 off, as well as deals on M4 MacBook Pro, Mac mini from $499, iPad mini 7 from $399, and much more. Everything is organized for you down below. 

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Launch deals on all official Apple iPhone 17/Pro and iPhone Air cases now live at Amazon

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First deals/From $36

Just after seeing the first cash discount on the new AirPods Pro 3 this morning, Amazon is also knocking the price down on a range of the official Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air cases this morning as well. This includes the new silicone cases as well as the iPhone Air Bumper case and the new TechWoven models for iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. You’ll find all of the TechWoven and Silicone models waiting on this landing page, and the iPhone Air models right here. We will dive into some details down below. 

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Target offers up sneak peek at upcoming deals in its ‘biggest’ Prime Day competitor sale yet: BOGO 50% off, LEGO, more

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Circle Week/Sneak Peek

Amazon’s fall Prime Day sale has been officially revealed and is set to go live the second week of October, but the “biggest Target Circle Week yet” is looking to take it head on. Target will run a massive fall sale of its own this year, as we have already reported, and it has now issued a new press release to serve up some more details and an early sneak peek at the deals. 

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Massive collection of Apple gear on sale this week: M4 MacBooks, Mac mini, iPad Air/mini, accessories, more

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Apple/Pre-order week

Pre-orders for iPhone 17 are about to come to a close ahead of delivery day tomorrow, alongside pre-sale listings on the new AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch Series 11, but there are a ton of notable deals live right now across the Apple lineup. From M4 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models through to M4 Mac mini, we are also tracking solid price drops across the M3 iPad Air and iPad mini lineups, not to mention some notable accessory offers – Apple’s new 2025 model 25W Qi2 MagSafe Charger, and more. Everything has been collected for you down below.

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Nintendo Switch 2 now up for purchase at Amazon with no invitation needed…have any store credit to use?

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Now live/No Invite

The Nintendo Switch 2 and the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle are now readily available for purchase at Amazon with no invite needed. While these consoles have been up for grabs at retail online and in-store for some time now, Amazon’s invitation phase is over – if you have some Amazon gift cards and store credit in the holster, this might be your first chance to score a deal on the new Nintendo console. 

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All of the best iPhone 17 case deals: Exclusive discounts, launch bundles, and more [Update #5]

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iPhone 17/Case deals

The usual truckload of new iPhone 17 cases have arrived, and we have already rounded up many of our favorites with more to come. But this is the place to find all of the models that are already seeing price drops, be it exclusive deals we have secured for readers, or early launch deals brands are offering. Whether you’re looking for your forever case, or just something to keep things secure in the early days, it is at least worth a quick look to see if any of the models that are now on sale will work for you.

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Corsair just unleashed an insanely lightweight gaming mouse at just 36 grams, score the new Sabre V2 Pro now

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Corsair is following up Logitech’s G Pro X2 Superstrike launch with a new wireless mouse of its own – the Sabre V2 Pro. Unlike Logitech’s new model that packs in rapid trigger and haptic feedback tech, this one keeps things simple and focuses on weight. It’s an insanely lightweight mouse that weighs just 36 grams, making it one of the lightest gaming mice available for competitive gamers. The Sabre V2 Pro is now up for grabs in black and white colors, and you can score one now for $99.99 shipped. Head below for a closer look and more details.

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Logitech’s new G Pro X2 Superstrike gaming mouse has haptic-based clicks, adjustable actuation, more

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Logitech has introduced a new ultra-light wireless gaming mouse, the G Pro X2 Superstrike, and it comes with a few tricks to stand out from the sea of other options out there. Instead of traditional mechanical switches, this flagship model will ship with an analog system, adding haptic actuators to mimic the feel of a click. It’s set to launch early next year at $179.99 shipped and will come in a black and white color scheme. Logitech has also introduced the new G Pro X Superlight 2C, which is now up for grabs at $159.99 shipped in three colors. Head below for a closer look and more details.

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Two new games have now been announced for the Game Boy Advance Nintendo Classics library

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Just after the reveal of the Virtual Boy collection and some additions to the Switch Online GameCube and N64 libraries over the last couple months, Nintendo has announced a pair of new games coming to Nintendo Classics. This time around we are turning back to the handhelds titles with a pair of classic games for the Game Boy Advance lineup. 

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Nomad debuts new Horween leather case for AirPods Pro 3 at $39

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Leather/Pro 3

Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 are now up for pre-order – scope out our hands-on review right here – and Nomad has now revealed its new leather case for the next-generation buds. I truly despise the look of a scratched up AirPods case – you certainly don’t want to have to deal with that if you ever want to trade them in for something new – and if I’m going to cover up the Apple design, I’m going to want to do it in style. Nomad makes some of the best leather accessories out there and the new Modern Leather Case for AirPods Pro 3 is now up for pre-order alongside its new iPhone 17 case lineup.  

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New Moment iPhone 17/Air Camera Case arrives with ribbed grips, QuickLink, and Dielectric material 

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Moment/iPhone 17

Moment iPhone cases and the ecosystem of lens attachments that come along with them have been a staple around here for years, and the Moment iPhone 17 Camera case has arrived. This year it is carrying models for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max as well as one for the new iPhone Air and everything is now available for purchase on the official site. 

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100 square feet of floating family fun: Retrospec Siesta Dock XL review

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There’s a pond on my family’s northern Wisconsin farm that, years ago, had a wooden platform strapped to some empty oil barrels floating out in the middle of it. It wasn’t much to look at, but trust me when I tell you: it was the ultimate kid swimming launch pad. That old dock is long gone, however, and we’ve been looking for a replacement that was modern, sturdy, and (of course) fun for all ages. Enter: the Retrospec Siesta Dock XL 10’ inflatable platform.

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Nomad’s new leather iPhone 17 cases debut today with integrated glass camera button, more [Launch deal]

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If you were making a list of the best iPhone cases, Nomad would definitely be on it, and quite possibly at the very top. The new Leather Nomad iPhone 17 case lineup has arrived with a series of its beloved designs to match Apple’s new form-factor alongside a brand new Rugged model. These offerings also join its more sporty cases and the magnetic back case we featured last year. Proper camera buttons are at the ready on everything. Details below. 

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Nintendo announces Super Mario Galaxy + Galaxy 2 bundle: Runs in 4K on Switch 2, new content, more

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Galaxy/Switch 2

Update 8/18: Nintendo has just released a new Overview Trailer for Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, you’ll find it done below.

Update: Pre-orders on physical copies of the new Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 bundle are now live at Walmart and Target

Tomorrow is the 40th anniversary for Super Mario Bros. and Nintendo is ready to celebrate. During today’s Direct presentation it debuted a ton of exciting updates and new releases for Mario’s 40th, including a new teaser trailer and confirmation of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. However, on top of that we are also getting a new Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 bundle release as well as two new companion amiibo figures too. 

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AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11/Ultra 3 now live [Update #3]

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Apple has now officially unleashed its next-generation iPhone 17 lineup, Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE3, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and the new AirPods Pro 3. All of this joins a host of new accessories and is now up for pre-order (iPhone 17 pre-sales go live on Friday though). While you can of course pre-order all of the new gear straight from Apple, it is also all now live on Amazon, and if you have some FREE store credit on your account from all of the promotional offers we have featured over the last several months – there were hundreds in Amazon credit promotions live for Prime Day this year – you can now leverage it on the new Apple gear. 

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All of the Mario 40th anniversary reveals: Mario Galaxy, Tennis Fever, new Yoshi game, and an actual Talking Flower

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Nintendo’s big September Direct is a wrap and it certainly did not disappoint for Mario’s big 40th anniversary. The first Super Mario Bros. game released almost exactly 40 years ago and Nintendo unsheathed this year’s celebration with a host of key announcements in the form of upgraded versions of beloved Mario classics, a new Switch 2 Edition of one of the best 2D Mario games of the modern era, the official announcement of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a new Yoshi game, the new Mario Tennis experience, and a even a talking flower. 

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Hands-on with one of the first Qi2.2 25W MagSafe wireless chargers: UGREEN’s 2-in-1 MagFlow charging station [Deal]

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Apple’s new iPhone 17 lineup now supports faster 25W wireless charging, but you’ll need one of the newer Qi2.2-certified chargers to unlock those speeds. A wave of fresh Qi2.2 options debuted at IFA this year just before the iPhone 17’s debut, including the UGREEN 2-in-1 MagFlow charging station we’re checking out today. I’ve been using it as my daily charger for the past few days, and here’s everything you need to know about it if planning to scoop one of these up.

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Nintendo has now confirmed its big Switch 2 holiday game release – here’s everything you need to know

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Today’s Nintendo Direct is a wrap and it has now announced the release date for its big holiday Switch 2 release – Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. This is one of those games we knew about in an official capacity well before Switch 2 was even a thing, but it was also one of the more anticipated Switch 2 titles we knew about that didn’t have a release date…until now. 

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New limited edition Astro Bot Joyful DualSense now available for purchase

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Update 9/12: The new ASTRO BOT Joyful Limited Edition DualSense controller is now available for purchase at Walmart and Target, among others.

Update 9/12: Pre-orders for the new Astro Bot Joyful edition DualSense will go live this morning at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. PT directly from Sony, and we are expecting to see “participating” retailers with units as well. You’ll want to be ready ahead of the official start time if you’re going with direct.playstation.com – the virtual queue tends to open ahead of time.

Back in June Sony officially revealed a new edition of its beloved and equally as adorable Astro Bot DualSense controller. We got our first look at the new controller a few months back, but Sony has announced when you’ll actually be able to get your hands on one. 

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Super Mario Bros. desktop metal display reward now available to redeem for Switch Online members

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Nintendo has been rolling out new Super Mario Bros. metal displays, and just weeks after the Super Mario Bros. 2 version, a fresh Super Mario Bros. unit has now arrived. This piece, much like the other two we saw recently, is a Nintendo Switch Online exclusive, and it’s now up for grabs at the My Nintendo Store. We expect this one to go out quickly as it appears to be available in limited quantity, so get in now if you want one after getting more details below.

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Come tune in to today’s massive Nintendo Direct – 60 minutes of ‘upcoming’ Switch 2 games

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Direct!/Live

Here we go! It’s Nintendo Direct day. Outside of the reveal and eventual release of Switch 2, today is arguably the biggest day of the year thus far for Nintendo gamers. Nintendo is set to host a massive Nintendo Direct livestream this morning, and it, by all accounts, looks like it’s going to be a big meaty one, filled with the new games and perhaps some big-time surprises. 

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Nintendo Direct goes live today – one of the biggest and longest ever

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Direct/Live today!

Nintendo Direct goes live this morning, and it’s going to be a big one folks. Nintendo has not been tight about livestream events in this the year of its new next-generation console, from three major dedicated showcases for its biggest new Switch 2 game releases, as well as an IndieWorld and a Partner Showcase that perhaps seemed worse then they were just because Silksong wasn’t in them. But Silksong has released, and we already have all the details and a release date on the new Kirby Air Riders – today’s show is going to be one of the biggest Nintendo Direct livestreams ever and the first proper showing since Switch 2 barely had a chance to touch down on store shelves before we all scooped them up.  

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New ‘Super Mario Galaxy’ movie might have leaked ahead of tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct

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Super Mario/Galaxy

The first big animated Super Mario Bros. movie was beloved by just about everyone, and a major success for Nintendo. We already know it is officially in the lab on the sequel, or at least the next Mario movie, and with the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. just days away, we could be in for a major reveal. Considering tomorrow will see the biggest and longest proper Nintendo Direct basically ever, that reveal could be happening much sooner than later – right after leaks surfaced suggesting the next Mario movie is headed to the stars. 

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This $19 accessory helps attach your phone, Switch 2, more to an airplane tray table

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New!/From $19

If you travel often and rely on your phone or a handheld like the Switch 2 during flights, this new accessory offers a far more convenient alternative to holding it in your hands. Mechanism – known for its mounts and accessories for handheld devices like phones, the Switch 2, Steam Deck, Kindle, and more – has introduced a new Tray Table Mount, available for $19 Prime shipped. It attaches to the seat in front of you with the help of a magnetic grip (see below), freeing up your hands so you can use a controller comfortably or simply relax while watching a movie on your device. This adjustable tray table arm mount is perfect for planes, desks, or anywhere you need a stable hold, and you can learn more about it below.

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Exclusive: Design your own custom laser-engraved wood iPhone 17 case at 20% off

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Exclusive/20% off

Alto Collective is back with its new lineup of custom laser-engraved wood iPhone 17 cases. Alongside a series of new shades and wood types, these handmade, custom cases feature locally sourced materials, optional high-contrast engravings of just about anything, MagSafe/Qi compatibility, and you can score 20% off any of them with our exclusive 9TO5MAC code at checkout. 

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Next-gen ‘louder-than-it-looks’ Bose SoundLink Micro Portable Speaker now available for purchase

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The previously revealed next-generation Bose SoundLink Micro Portable Speaker is now available for purchase. This launch lands on the same day its next-gen QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen buds officially go up for sale – here’s our hands-on review – and shortly after the debut of its brand new next-gen flagship QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

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Biggest Nintendo Direct since Switch 2’s launch goes live soon, here’s what games to expect

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Direct/This week

The next Nintendo Direct went official this morning. After months of rumors of an official, proper Direct showcase, it is finally on the slate. Nintendo has been cranking these things out faster and more frequent than ever since Switch 2 hit store shelves, but they have largely come in the form of dedicated showcases for specific titles and those Direct side quests: IndieWorld and Partner Showcase. This week though, we get the real deal. 

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