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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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Anker refreshes kickstand MagSafe power bank with more convenient USB-C port placement

from 9to5Toys Oct 13 2022 - 12:05 pm PT

Over the past few months, we’ve been seeing Anker refresh its lineup of MagSafe portable chargers with some new slimmed down models. Today, we’re getting a third addition to that stable with a refreshed version of the brand’s kickstand-backed MagSafe power bank. Available in five different colors, refreshed design also changes the placement of its onboard USB-C port for more conveniently charging up two devices at once.

Deals: OG AirPods Pro fall to $140, Alpine Loop Apple Watch band first discount, more

Rikka Altland Oct 13 2022 - 8:34 am PT

Following up all of the fall Prime Day savings, we’re moving on to focus on Thursday’s best deals. This time around, you’ll find Apple’s original AirPods Pro with MagSafe charging down at $140 in a refurbished sale, as well as the first discount on Apple’s Alpine Loop band. Then go check out these official iPhone 13/Pro MagSafe Clear Cases at $25. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Top 10 fall Prime Day deals still available

from 9to5Toys Oct 12 2022 - 1:26 pm PT

Over the past two days, we’ve been checking every nook and cranny across Amazon to showcase all of its best deals from the Prime Early Access event. While you’ll still find a collection of discounts live until the shopping event closes its virtual doors, we’ve highlighted the top 10 fall Prime Day deals still available to help cut to the chase. Including notable price drops on the latest from Apple and Google, to Amazon devices, storage, and TVs, these deals will likely be gone at 3:00 a.m. EST tomorrow.

2022 MacBook Air with M2

M2 MacBook Air lows highlight Wednesday’s best deals at $150 off, Apple Watch Series 8, more

Rikka Altland Oct 12 2022 - 8:54 am PT

Wednesday’s best deals are ushering in a fresh batch of price cuts for the second day of Amazon’s fall Prime Day event. Leading the way are a pair of all-time lows on M2 MacBook Airs from $1,049, which come joined by the original M1 counterpart at the best price of the year at just $799. Then go check out some of the first discounts live on Apple Watch Series 8 from $349. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Tuesday’s best deals: All-time lows on AirPods Pro 2 at $235 and iPad Air 5 from $519, more

Rikka Altland Oct 11 2022 - 8:50 am PT

All of today’s best Apple deals are now going live with Amazon kicking off a fall Prime Day sale. As part of this early access savings event, you can score a new all-time low on AirPods Pro 2 at $235. That’s then joined by much of the same best price status on the iPad Air 5 from $519. Not to mention, an assortment of Anker charging gear from $21. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Best Amazon fall Prime Day 2022 deals: Save on latest from Apple and Google, TVs, much more

from 9to5Toys Oct 10 2022 - 1:03 pm PT

Following up its original sale back over the summer, Amazon is now ringing in the start of the holiday shopping season by launching a new fall Prime Day savings event. Like always, the team at 9to5Toys will be working around the clock in order to bring you all of the best discounts over the next several days. Alongside Amazon getting in on the savings, various other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target are also launching their own savings events to compete. Below, you’ll find all of the best fall Prime Day 2022 Early Access deals across a range of categories, like tech, home goods, fashion, and more.

Deals: M1 iPad Pro all-time lows from $699, Apple Watch Series 8 first discounts from $349, more

Rikka Altland Oct 10 2022 - 8:54 am PT

Kicking off another week, all of today’s best deals are live for Monday and come centered around new all-time lows at $200 or more off on M1 iPad Pro models starting at $699. That’s alongside Apple Watch Series 8 discounts from $349 for the first time with $50 in savings attached. Not to mention, the best prices yet on AirPods Max at $355. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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iPad mini 6 starts at $400 in Friday’s best deals, Nomad Apple accessories, more

Rikka Altland Oct 7 2022 - 8:55 am PT

It is Friday once again, and we’re now heading into the weekend with all of the best Apple discounts. Leading the way this time is Apple’s latest iPad mini 6 returning to second-best prices at $99 off. Then we have a pair of featured accessory discounts, with Nomad’s fall Apple gear sale being joined by a rare price cut on Belkin’s 15W MagSafe 3-in-1 Charger at $130. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Tested: Anker PowerCore 24K delivers versatile 140W USB-C charging for mobile Apple setups

from 9to5Toys Oct 6 2022 - 1:55 pm PT

After first launching back in August, Anker’s new PowerCore 24K stole the show with its massive internal battery and even more capable 140W USB-C PD output. Now over the past month, I’ve been putting the power bank to the test with my Apple setup to see just how worthy of an everyday carry upgrade Anker’s latest really is.

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Deals: Apple Watch SE runs watchOS 9 from $199 all-time lows, AirPods 2 hit $90, more

Rikka Altland Oct 6 2022 - 8:52 am PT

All of Thursday’s best deals are now up for the taking with a clearance sale on Apple Watch SE from $199 all-time lows. Then go score AirPods 2 for just $90, delivering plenty of value backed by Apple’s H1 chip and “Hey Siri” support. MacBook owners can also expand their machine’s I/O with Satechi’s USB4 9-in-1 hub at $120. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Wednesday’s best deals: M2 MacBook Pro $200 off, Anker iPhone 14 essentials from $16, more

Rikka Altland Oct 5 2022 - 9:02 am PT

Wednesday has arrived and is bringing in a fresh selection discounts on the latest from Apple and more. Kicking things off, we have the second-best prices yet on M2 MacBook Pro models at $200 off. Not to mention, there’s Anker iPhone 14 essentials from $16 as well as Apple’s official Leather Link Watch bands at $60. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Apple Watch Series 6

Deals: Apple Watch clearance sale, Belkin 15W MagSafe iPhone 14 charger $85, more

Rikka Altland Oct 4 2022 - 8:58 am PT

All of today’s best deals are now up for the taking and headlined by a clearance sale at Woot, discounting Apple Watch models to all-time lows. Plus, you can score the best prices yet on official iPhone SE 3 silicone cases from $21 while locking in a rare chance to save on Belkin’s 2-in-1 MagSafe 15W Charger. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Apple Watch Series 8 first discounts from $659, Samsung monitors, more in Monday’s best deals

Rikka Altland Oct 3 2022 - 9:03 am PT

All of today’s best discounts are now going live to kick off this fine Monday, with some of the very first Apple Watch Series 8 deals leading the way. Pricing now starts at $659 on cellular models, which are joined by a chance to save on Samsung’s M8 AirPlay 2 Smart Monitor at $120 off. Plus, you can score a new all-time low on Razer’s Kishi MFi iPhone controller at $45. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Friday’s best deals: M1 Pro MacBook Pros $399 off, Leather Link Apple Watch bands from $60, more

Rikka Altland Sep 30 2022 - 8:51 am PT

It is Friday, once again! And we’re rounding up all of today’s best deals as we head into the weekend with Apple’s M1 Pro MacBook Pros sitting at $399 off. That’s alongside Apple’s Magic Keyboard for 12.9-inch iPad Pro at $49 off and official Leather Link Apple Watch bands from $60. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Anker Soundcore Liberty 4

Anker’s new Soundcore Liberty 4 beat AirPods to the punch with built-in heart rate sensor, more

from 9to5Toys Sep 29 2022 - 6:55 pm PT

Today, Anker is expanding its Soundcore lineup with a new pair of flagship earbuds. Arriving with a respectable feature set to take on the like of AirPods Pro, Anker is beating Apple to the punch by launching the new Soundcore Liberty 4 with built-in heart rate monitoring. That’s alongside Spatial Audio support and all of the usual features like personalized active noise cancellation and a true wireless design.

Thursday’s best deals: M2 MacBook Air hits $150 off all-time lows, iPad Pro Smart Folio, more

Rikka Altland Sep 29 2022 - 8:48 am PT

All of today’s best deals kick off for Thursday, with Apple’s M2 MacBook Air hitting $150 off at new all-time lows from $1,049. That’s on top of a chance to outfit your 12.9-inch iPad Pro with an official Apple Smart Folio for $29 off, as well as Philips Hue HomeKit refurbished lighting sale from $19. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Amazon announces new Kindle Scribe, Halo Rise, refreshed Echos, Fire TV Cube, more

from 9to5Toys Sep 28 2022 - 8:58 am PT

Today, Amazon is virtually taking the stage to unveil a host of new devices and services. The company’s annual hardware event always kicks off in September, and this time around we’re expecting the announcements from earlier in the month to be followed up by a focus on Echo and Alexa smart home lineups. Most of the new lineup of devices are now available for pre-order, which we break down below.

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Deals: 24-inch M1 iMac $149 off, ZAGG 25% off Apple accessory sale, Anker gear, more

Rikka Altland Sep 28 2022 - 8:09 am PT

Halfway through the work week, all of today’s best deals are now up for grabs. A $149 discount on Apple’s latest 24-inch M1 iMac leads the way, and is joined by a 25% off sitewide ZAGG Apple accessory sale. Then be sure to go check out these discounted Anker USB-C wall chargers from $15. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Tested: Anker’s new Bio Lightning cables bring an environmentally friendly design to iPhone 14

from 9to5Toys Sep 27 2022 - 12:43 pm PT

Earlier this month, Anker launched an entirely new lineup of cables with a unique twist. Setting out to help tackle the growing e-waste problem, the company has tapped into a new material that trades out the typical plastic sheathing for a corn and sugarcane-based build. But is the new Anker Bio Lightning Cable actually worth the refreshed design? Our latest Tested with 9to5Toys review takes a closer look.

2022 MacBook Air with M2

M2 MacBook Air now $150 off in Tuesday’s best deals, Apple Watch Leather Link bands, more

Rikka Altland Sep 27 2022 - 8:53 am PT

Tuesday is delivering a fresh batch of new discounts today, with the best prices yet on Apple’s M2 MacBook Air leading the way at up to $150 off. That’s alongside a chance to elevate the look of Apple Watch Series 8 with official Leather Link bands from $65, and the second-best price yet on Bose QuietComfort 45 Headphones of $249. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Best Apple Watch Series 8 and Ultra bands for any style and budget

from 9to5Toys Sep 26 2022 - 1:31 pm PT

Following the reveals at Apple’s Far Out event earlier in the month, both the new Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra wearables are now available for purchase. While Apple is delivering more band customization options than ever out of the box, being able to mix up the look and style with some more affordable alternatives can go a long way. So, we’re rounding up all of the best Apple Watch band recommendations for Series 8 and Ultra models starting at just $5.

Monday’s best deals: iPhone 12/mini/Pro Max sale from $430, 10.2-inch iPad $49 off, more

Rikka Altland Sep 26 2022 - 9:03 am PT

All of today’s best deals are now up for the taking and headlined by a refurbished iPhone 12/mini/Pro Max sale that starts from new $430 lows. Then there’s a chance to save $49 on Apple’s latest 10.2-inch iPad as well as new all-time lows on Nanoleaf Lines HomeKit lighting sets. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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iPad Air 5

iPad Air 5 starts from $559 in Friday’s best deals, Apple Watch SE $199, iPhone 13 cases, more

Rikka Altland Sep 23 2022 - 8:55 am PT

Heading into the weekend, all of today’s best deals include Apple’s latest iPad Air 5 at up to $70 off to go alongside the Apple Watch SE at $199 which can run the latest watchOS 9 update. Plus, Amazon is clearing out almost all of Apple’s official iPhone 13 series cases from $30. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Logitech Blue Sona review

Review: Logitech’s new Blue Sona XLR mic pairs slick looks with even cleaner audio

from 9to5Toys Sep 22 2022 - 1:22 pm PT

Yesterday, Logitech revealed several new additions to its lineup of gear for both content creators and gamers alike. Amongst them was an all-new XLR microphone in the form of the new Logitech Blue Sona that arrives with one of the more sleek designs on the market. Today, we’re taking a hands-on look at what to expect from the package and seeing just how Logitech backs the premium price tag.