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Rikka Altland

Rikka Altland is the Editor-in-Chief of 9to5Toys and writes a daily column of all of the best deals for 9to5Mac. Having joined the team at the beginning of 2017, over the past six years she has gone on to specialize in being a mainstay in the LEGO news and rumors scene while also reviewing the latest iPhone accessories, earbuds, and home networking gear.

Contact it directly at rikka@9to5mac.com or over on Twitter @rikkaaltland.

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Deals: Save $519 on refurb M1 iMac, OtterBox 15% off sale, Star Wars Day savings, more

Rikka Altland May 4 2023 - 8:50 am PT

Happy May the 4th! While you’ll find all of the best Star Wars Day deals rounded up courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys, the team also has some other notable discounts from the Apple side of the Galaxy. On tap today, you can save $519 on a refurbished M1 iMac while OtterBox celebrates the galactic holiday with a 15% off sitewide sale on its Star Wars iPhone 14 cases. And this Anker 100W Charging Station with retractable USB-C cables rounds out the savings with a drop down to $80. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Mac Studio WWDC hardware

Deals: Mac Studio sees $100 discount, official Space Black Apple Watch Link Bracelets $183 off, more

Rikka Altland May 3 2023 - 8:50 am PT

Now halfway into the work week, all of today’s best discounts are now headlined by a $100 discount on Apple’s latest Mac Studio. Also courtesy of 9to5Toys, we have some fresh discounts on official Space Black Link Bracelets for Apple Watch from $266. Then outfit your M1 iMac with Satechi’s USB-C Slim Dock while it’s down to $126. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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M1 Pro MacBook Pro

Deals: 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro now $800 off, official 10.9-inch iPad Magic Keyboard $220, more

Rikka Altland May 2 2023 - 8:51 am PT

All of Tuesday’s best deals are all in one place below the fold. Courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys, the savings today kick off with Apple’s 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro, which comes outfitted with 32GB RAM at $800 off. That’s joined by Apple’s official Magic Keyboard Folio for latest 10.9-inch iPad at $220 as well as a new all-time low on ESR’s new MagSafe power bank that also doubles as a wallet at $53. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Apple Watch Ultra | micro-LED display rumors

Monday’s best deals: Apple Watch Ultra hits $630, Apple Pencil 2 returns to $89 low, more

Rikka Altland May 1 2023 - 8:57 am PT

Monday is ushering in a fresh batch of discounts courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys. On tap for the new work week, the best price of all-time has arrived on Apple Watch Ultra as certified refurbished savings land at $630 with a full warranty in tow. Speaking of the best prices yet, Apple Pencil 2 returns to its all-time low of $89 for only the second time this year, to go alongside these rare markdowns on Apple’s latest Magic Keyboards with Touch ID from $131. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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M1 iPad Pro

Friday’s best deals: 11-inch M1 iPad Pro now $220 off, Anker iPhone 14 accessories, more

Rikka Altland Apr 28 2023 - 8:49 am PT

Heading into the weekend, 9to5Toys is back with a fresh batch of price cuts. Headlined by a $220 discount on Apple’s 11-inch M1 iPad Pro at its second-best price ever, the savings also continue over to this Anker iPhone 14 charging bundle at $26. Then have Siri help automate your AC this spring and summer with ecobee’s popular HomeKit SmartThermostat. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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iOttie Velox MagSafe charger

iOttie expands Velox MagSafe charger lineup with new actively-cooled Pro car mount, more

from 9to5Toys Apr 28 2023 - 8:03 am PT

iOttie has been making some of our favorite iPhone car mounts for ages now, and today two new offerings have hit the scene for iPhone 14 owners. Expanding its more premium Velox lineup comes a pair of new accessories that land at either end of the spectrum. There’s the flagship Velox Pro mount clocking in at the top of its class, with the Velox Mini tapping in at a more affordable price point. Both of the new MagSafe chargers are now available for purchase ahead of shipping next week, too.

Apple Watch Series 7 execise

Apple Watch Series 7 all-time lows start at $230 in Thursday’s best deals, Nomad 15% off accessory sale, more

Rikka Altland Apr 27 2023 - 8:48 am PT

Thursday has a refreshed set of the day’s best deals on tap today courtesy of 9to5Toys, with new all-time lows arriving on refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 styles from $230. There’s also a notable chance to refresh your Apple setup with some new accessories in this Nomad 15% off Spring Cleaning sitewide sale. Not to mention, the first discount of the year on any Apple TV has arrived on the HD model at $79 with a bundled Siri Remote in tow. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Deals: Apple Watch SE 2 cellular hits $249, Anker 15W MagSafe charging stand $126, more

Rikka Altland Apr 26 2023 - 8:47 am PT

Halfway through the work week, our pals over at 9to5Toys have rounded up all of the day’s best discounts. For this wonderful Wednesday, we’re tracking an all-time low on cellular Apple Watch SE 2 models at $249 to complement these official iPhone 14 MagSafe clear cases at $39 each. Then go check out Anker’s newest 15W MagSafe charging station, which is seeing its second discount to date at $126. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Deals: 10.9-inch iPad lands at $399, Anker and Twelve South Mac accessories, more

Rikka Altland Apr 25 2023 - 8:47 am PT

A fresh batch of discounts are now live courtesy of 9to5Toys, this time headlined by an all-time low on Apple’s latest 10.9-inch iPad at $399. MacBook owners will then want to check out Twelve South’s matte black Curve stand as it falls to the best price of the year at $51. Plus, Anker’s PowerPort III 100W USB-C charger complements your M2 MacBook at $37. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Anker’s new PowerCore 5K power bank is its most affordable MagSafe battery yet [Deal]

from 9to5Toys Apr 24 2023 - 12:23 pm PT

Anker today is starting off the workweek by launching the latest addition to its stable of MagSafe chargers. The new PowerCore 5K arrives with the usual 7.5W output we’ve come to expect, as well as a 5,000mAh battery and MagSafe charging tech that’s ready for iPhone 14. But where it differs from previous releases is a refreshed footprint that helps Anker make this the most affordable of its MagSafe batteries yet – not to mention, a 30% off launch price cut makes it even more compelling.

Deals: 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro $250 off all-time low, M1 Mac mini $479, more

Rikka Altland Apr 24 2023 - 8:48 am PT

Back for all of Monday’s best discounts, 9to5Toys is starting off the work week by rounding up all of today’s best price cuts. On tap today, the lowest price ever has arrived on Apple’s new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro at $250 off. It’s joined by deeper clearance on the M1 Mac mini at $479, as well as a new all-time low on iPad mini 6 at $390 thanks to a refurbished sale. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Review: Anker’s M650 wireless microphone kit elevates your iPhoneography or mobile podcast kit

from 9to5Toys Apr 21 2023 - 1:12 pm PT

Earlier this year, Anker launched its new AnkerWork M650 wireless microphone kit. Taking on the likes of DJI and Rode, the pair of lavalier microphones is ready to elevate your mobile podcasting setup and iPhoneography shooting rig alike. The only question is, is it worth the $250 price tag?

AirPods Max

Friday’s best deals: AirPods Max see $99 discount to 2023 low, 10.2-inch iPad at $270, more

Rikka Altland Apr 21 2023 - 8:46 am PT

Heading into the weekend, all of Friday’s best deals are now up for grabs courtesy of 9to5Toys. On tap today, we have a rare chance to save on Apple’s AirPods Max at $99 off and the best price of the year. Apple’s entry-level 10.2-inch iPad is still as good of a value as they come from $270, which rounds out the savings today with an all-time low on iPhone 13 at $550. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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a close up of a watch

CASETiFY launches new Stainless Steel 3-Link Apple Watch band in four premium styles

from 9to5Toys Apr 20 2023 - 12:44 pm PT

Just after seeing its new Flexi band made of recycled smartphone cases hit the scene earlier in the week, CASETiFY is now back to debut another new addition to its Apple Watch band collection. As its most premium release so far, the new Stainless Steel 3-Link Band arrives with all of the higher-end looks you’d expect from the metal form factor and a more affordable price tag than the competition.

M1 Pro MacBook Pro

Deals: 14-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro sees $599 refurb discount, official MagSafe Leather Wallet $27, more

Rikka Altland Apr 20 2023 - 8:48 am PT

All of Thursday’s best deals are now up for grabs and headlined by Apple’s 14-inch refurb M1 Pro MacBook Pro at $599 off; you can also save on Apple’s original MagSafe Leather Wallet to complement your iPhone 14 at just $27. Or if you’re looking for more of a folio design for your everyday carry, Twelve South’s collection of leather iPhone 14 cases are now 20% off right now, too. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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new MacBook pro features

Wednesday’s best deals: 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro $200 off, M1 iPad Air 5 $500 low, more

Rikka Altland Apr 19 2023 - 8:51 am PT

All of Wednesday’s best discounts are now up for grabs courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. Headlining is Apple’s new 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro, which is down to its lowest price to date at $1,799. On the iPadOS side of things, the latest M1 iPad Air 5 is also seeing a $99 discount to the $500 low. Then you can also add Satechi’s Thunderbolt 4 Dock to your M2 MacBook setup at $200. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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CASETiFY Flexi Apple Watch Band

CASETiFY’s new Flexi Apple Watch band comes in hundreds of styles made of recycled smartphone cases

from 9to5Toys Apr 18 2023 - 9:17 am PT

CASETiFY today is expanding its stable of Apple Watch accessories by launching its latest strap. The new Flexi Apple Watch Band arrives with the usual CASETiFY knack for flair, coming in a colorful assortment of styles and designs to complement its recycled build. Compatible with Apple Watch Ultra, Series 8, and previous wearables, the new band also comes in hundreds of customizable styles.

HomePod mini countries

Tuesday’s best deals: HomePod mini refurb hits $65, latest 24-inch M1 iMac $299 off all-time low, more

Rikka Altland Apr 18 2023 - 8:48 am PT

All of Tuesday’s best deals have now gone live with the best price of the year on HomePod mini at $65. Courtesy of 9to5Toys, the savings also continue over to Apple’s 24-inch M1 iMac at a new all-time low of $299 off, rounding out the discounts with Belkin’s latest 15W MagSafe chargers from $122. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Untitled Folder Wallet

Hands-on: This limited edition Untitled Folder Wallet is inspired by Apple’s macOS folder icon

from 9to5Toys Apr 17 2023 - 1:26 pm PT

New York-based artist Nik Bentel has been known to bring a level of whimsy to his work that I’ve personally been obsessed with for ages now. As if past work like his Shipping Box Bag didn’t speak to me enough, the artist’s latest piece is looking to capture some iconic macOS imagery. The new Untitled Folder Wallet just launched with some signature Apple inspiration in tow, and after spending the past few days with it in my bag, I can’t stop gushing about why you need to get one for yourself.

M2 Mac mini

Deals: M2 Mac mini falls to $500 all-time low, 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard $70 off, more

Rikka Altland Apr 17 2023 - 8:48 am PT

Another Monday has arrived, and with it comes a fresh batch of discounts courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. The most noteworthy is making Apple’s M2 Mac mini even more affordable at a $500 low. You can also score the best price of the year on Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard for the 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro as it falls to $279, rounding out the savings alongside Nanoleaf’s Lines HomeKit starter set at its all-time low of $150. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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11-inch iPad Pro

12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro starts at $1,000 in Friday’s best deals, Twelve South HiRise Pro stand $84, more

Rikka Altland Apr 14 2023 - 8:48 am PT

Heading into the weekend, all of today’s best deals are now up for grabs and headlined by the best price of the year on Apple’s 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro from $1,000. MacBook owners can also score the lowest price yet on Twelve South’s new HiRise Pro MacBook stand at $84, which rounds out today’s saving with Beats Studio Buds dropping to $100. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Review: Twelve South’s new HiRise Pro hides a MagSafe charger in a premium MacBook stand

from 9to5Toys Apr 13 2023 - 1:32 pm PT

Earlier this year, Twelve South refreshed one of its more popular desktop accessories with the debut of the new HiRise Pro. Packing a few new tricks over its predecessor alongside the usual Twelve South quality, I’ve been putting the stand to the test over the past couple of months to see if its $100 price tag is worth a spot in your desktop MacBook setup.

Deals: Anker MagSafe chargers from $56, official Apple Watch Alpine Loop band $83, more

Rikka Altland Apr 13 2023 - 8:51 am PT

All of Thursday’s best deals can be found below, thanks to our fine friends over at 9to5Toys. First on tap are a series of discounts on Anker’s MagGo iPhone 14 MagSafe accessories, which are joined by some fitting spring savings on the official Apple Watch Alpine Loop band at $83. And if your M2 MacBook could use a desktop upgrade, Belkin’s Thunderbolt 4 Dock Pro has dropped to a new $300 low. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Wednesday’s best deals: 11-inch M2 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard $229, M1 Pro MacBook Pro from $1,390, more

Rikka Altland Apr 12 2023 - 8:51 am PT

Halfway through the workweek, 9to5Toys has brought us a collection of the best discounts from the Apple realm and beyond. The best price of the year is now taking $70 off Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard for the 11-inch M2 iPad Pro as it hits $229. An even better value has now landed on Apple’s 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro for those who don’t need the new M2 counterpart, with $900 in savings attached, to complement this spring Sonos refurbished sale. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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