Tested: Is Samsung’s new 2,000MB/s USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 T9 Portable SSD worth the price tag?

Samsung T9 Portable SSD review

The next-generation Samsung T9 Portable SSD was officially unleashed on the world at the beginning of the month. The previous-generation 1,050MB/s T7 and T7 Shield were among some of the most popular options among Electronicsforward readers, and Samsung has now updated the internals and specs to deliver its very first USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 and (potentially) much faster speeds. The question is, how many users out there have the gear to actually take advantage of this tech at this point? Head below for some hands-on impressions of the new Samsung T9 Portable SSD as part of our Tested with Electronicsforward series.

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UGREEN’s new 8K DisplayPort Switcher simplifies your multi-display setup [Launch deal]

Brand new $27

UGREEN’s stable of tech accessories and desktop hubs has expanded significantly this year and the latest is landing on Amazon in the form of its new 8K DisplayPort Switcher. After featuring the brand’s new 30W USB-C GaN charger, its 300W Nexode 5-port USB-C GaN Charger, and its adorable new 30W USB-C RobotGaN wall charger with an LED screen before that, we are turning our attention to UGREEN’s new DisplayPort hub. Now available via its official Amazon storefront, it is also going live today with a nice launch discount in tow. Head below for more details. 

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Logitech’s MX Mechanical Mini Keyboard lands on your Mac workstation for $112.50 (Reg. $150)

Reg. $150 $112.50

Amazon is now offering the Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Keyboard for Mac at $112.49 shipped. This is marking the lowest we’ve seen on the Clicky version, as it drops down from its $150 price tag. We have seen the Linear switch version drop just a tad lower at $105 back in August, but this is the lowest we’ve seen since and the second-best discount to date overall. Our hands-on review goes over all of the other highlights, but we also break down the experience below the fold.

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M-Audio’s Oxygen Pro 25 MIDI keyboard for Mac/PC hits new Amazon low at $129 ($70 off)

Reg. $199 $129

Amazon is now offering its best price yet on the M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25 at $129 shipped. Regularly $199, this is a solid $70 or 35% price drop you’ll also find matched at B&H right now – it still fetches the full $199 at Walmart. Today’s deal is $20 under our previous mention to deliver a new Amazon all-time low. A perfect option for Logic Pro users (or any other DAW for that matter), this model is centered around 25 semi-weighted keys with both velocity sensitivity and aftertouch in place. On the top control panel, it also carries 16 backlit RBG drum pads for tapping out beats or leveraging clip launching features in apps like Logic Pro and Ableton Live alongside a note repeater function and eight assignable MIDI controller knobs. Head below for more. 

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Samsung unveils its next-generation 2,000MB/s USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Portable SSDs

The Samsung T-series portable SSDs are some of the most popular pieces of tech around these here parts and the new, next-generation Samsung T9 Portable SSDs have now arrived! Samsung said the new T9 models are its very first portable SSDs featuring a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface with speeds up to 2,000MB/s – that’s nearly double as fast as the T7 Shield we reviewed and still use to this day. Samsung says they feature a “stylish and portable design” built to keep data safe while on-the-go. Now already available for purchase via the official Amazon storefront in 1TB, 2TB and 4TB capacities, you’ll find everything you need to know about the new Samsung T9 Portable SSDs below. 

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Aer intros new recycled Pro Kit tech organizer and MacBook brief with lifetime warranty

Aer is out with its latest tech carriers today, headlined by the new Pro Kit tech organizer. The compact cable and accessory organizer joins the brand’s new Pro Brief tech bag for travel, everyday carry, and for heading to the office as the latest entries in Aer’s growing stable of bags to keep your gear organized wherever you might be. Both the new Pro Kit organizer pouch and the Pro Brief are now available for purchase in various colors from the brand’s official site, and you can get a closer look at both down below. 

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Perfect for Macs, the Logitech MX Keys Mini Keyboard drops to $70 (Reg. $100)

Reg. $100 $70

Amazon now offers the Logitech MX Keys Mini Keyboard for Mac at $69.99 shipped. This new all-time low on Amazon is clocking in at $30 off the usual $100 price tag. It’s $10 below our previous mention and one of the first chances to save on this colorway. Thanks to today’s deal, Logitech’s MX Keys Mini delivers one of the brand’s most compact keyboards yet and for less. Its wireless design is backed by Bluetooth or the business-ready Logi Bolt USB wireless receiver. Featuring backlit keys, the typing experience is also backed by support for macOS and Windows out of the box, with 10-day battery life and USB-C charging being thrown in for good measure. Back when the peripheral launched, we took a hands-on look at what to expect from the experience. Learn more about this Mac keyboard deal below the fold.

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Apple’s standard Magic Keyboard elevates your Mac desktop at $70 (Reg. $99)

Reg. $99 $70

Woot is now offering the Apple Magic Keyboard for $69.99 Prime shipped. Delivery will run you $6 otherwise. Normally fetching $99 – like you’ll pay at Amazon right now – today’s offer amounts to $29 in savings. This is the first discount since back in March, and a new 2023 low at $10 under that mention. Apple’s standard Magic Keyboard is a notable way to bring that first-party polish to your desktop workstation. The perfect companion to your Mac mini or to convert a MacBook into more of a home office machine, this keyboard has Apple’s latest scissor key switches and a Lightning port on the front for recharging the internal battery.

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Logitech’s MX Keys Advanced Keyboard for Mac falls to new Amazon low of $94 (Reg. $120)

Reg. $120 $94

Amazon now offers the Logitech MX Keys Advanced Keyboard for $94.28 shipped. This is down from the original $120 price tag and marking a new all-time low. It’s an extra $4 under our previous mention from back in June, as well. While it isn’t the just-refreshed S version that we’ll break down below the fold, Logitech’s MX Keys Advanced is one of the more popular workstation upgrades on the market for Macs thanks to its premium build with matching Space Gray finish. Alongside a macOS keyboard layout, this model sports a backlit design with both Bluetooth and the USB wireless receiver connectivity backed by FLOW support rounding out the package to switch between various devices in your setup. Our hands-on review offers a better idea of what to expect.

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Hands-on impressions: Next-generation PreSonus Eris speakers and pro studio monitors debut today

Update: The new 2nd generation PreSonus Eris Studio monitors are now available on Amazon from $150. You’ll also find the entry-level Eris models (they ship in pairs) from $100.

The new lineup of PreSonus Eris speakers and studio monitors are being officially unveiled today. A long-time favorite around here, delivering some serious value for your money in both the casual and home studio spaces, the brand has now unleashed its latest offerings. The new entry-level Eris lineup arrives with a more focused selection of sizes and Bluetooth streaming alongside its latest-generation Eris Studio monitors and the pro-grade, multichannel and Atmos-ready Pro lineup. We have had a chance to give them a run for their more than reasonable price tags over the last few weeks, and you can get a closer look at everything down below. 

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Satechi’s new USB-C Dual Dock Stand with NVMe slot sees first discount to $127, more

$127

Satechi just launched its new USB-C Dual Dock Stand with NVMe slot last month, and now the first chance to save has arrived. Courtesy of the brand’s official Amazon storefront, the savings today kick off at $126.99 shipped after you clip the on-page coupon. Down from $150, today’s offer amounts to $23 in savings alongside a new all-time low. As one of the more unique releases from Satechi, its new Dual Dock Stand very much lives up to its name with a design that is both a USB-C dock, and a stand. Resting underneath your MacBook, the hub props up your machine while also offering dual HDMI ports, a DisplayPort output, Gigabit Ethernet, and an array of USB-C and USB-A slots. One of the features I loved the most in our hands-on review was its built-in NVMe drive dock.

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Tested: Aer’s new City Tote Bag carries it all, including your MacBook and iPad

It’s time to take a closer look at the new Aer City MacBook Tote bag that launched for the first time a couple weeks ago. It came alongside the brand’s new Dopp Kit 3 and just after we reviewed its Travel Pack 3 as the latest addition to the brand’s City collection. Designed as an all-in-one universal tote bag, it cradles your MacBook and iPad alongside whatever else you might need to lug around or pick up while running errands. While I was a big fan of its Day Sling 3 – it quickly landed in our roundup of the best sling packs out there – it’s time to put the new City MacBook Tote bag through its paces for review as part of the latest Tested with Electronicsforward feature. 

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Logitech intros new customizable Pebble 2 mouse and keyboard with recycled builds from $30

The new Logitech Pebble 2 gear has arrived. Logitech’s Pebble peripherals deliver affordable and colorful solutions for a multitude of different users, and today it is introducing the next-generation of the lineup. The new Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s and Pebble Keys 2 K380s once again deliver inexpensive accessories for users across multiple platforms, and now with even more environmentally-friendly builds and a few bonus features to enhance the experience. Both the new mouse and keyboard are now available for pre-order ahead of release later this month starting from $30 and you can get more details down below. 

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Score a high-capacity 4TB Samsung T7 Shield portable SSD down at $220 today (Reg. $290)

Reg. $290 $220

Amazon is now offering the high-capacity 4TB Samsung T7 Shield Portable Solid-State Drive for $219.99 shipped. Regularly $290 directly from Samsung where it is now on sale for $240, today’s deal is up to $70 off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. We have only seen this model go for less a couple times since its release last year. Delivering a sizable 4TB of storage to your at-home and on-the-go setups, it comes wrapped in a rubberized shell with an IP65 protection rating against dust and water. Clocking in at up to 1,050MB/s, this NVMe drive features USB 3.2 Gen 2 support alongside USB-C and USB-A connectivity options straight out of the box. Hit up our hands-on review for additional details and head below for more. 

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IK amps it up with new flagship portable HD X guitar interface for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and PC

The new iRig HD X guitar interface as arrived. IK Multimedia has been unleashing recording interfaces specifically for guitar players using Mac, iPhone, iPad, and PC for years, and its new portable flagship model has arrived in the form of the iRig HD X. A follow-up to the previously-released iRig HD 2 guitar audio interface, the new HD X amps things up a notch with enhanced specs and an upgraded feature set. The new guitar player-focused I/O box is now available for purchase, and you can get a complete breakdown of what to expect down below. 

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Twelve South’s annual Labor Day sale live with discounted Mac stands, leather iPhone cases, more

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Twelve South today is launching its annual Labor Day sale, discounting a collection of its popular Apple accessories. Delivering some of the best price cuts of the year on the brand’s signature collection of MacBook stands, leather iPhone 14 cases, and other gear for your Apple setup, shipping is free across the board. A favorite has Twelve South’s new HiRise Pro on sale for $79.99. Down from $100, this is one of the first discounts to date and a match of the all-time low set once before. We further break down what to expect from this discount in our hands-on review, while also detailing everything in the sale below the fold.

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Review: Focusrite launches the next-generation of its popular Scarlett audio interfaces today

Update: The new Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces are now available for purchase on Amazon starting from $139.99 shipped

The new 4th Gen Focusrite Scarlett audio interfaces are debuting today. The brand’s lineup of striking red recording interfaces has been among the most popular around for years, and it is finally ready to introduce the enhanced new Scarlett boxes. Three new models are making their first appearance today with updated designs alongside reengineered specs, and we have had the pleasure of testing out the new 2i2 dual input variant over the last few weeks. Head below for a closer look at the new Focusrite Scarlett 4th Gen audio interfaces. 

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Aer readies you for fall with new sustainable ballistic MacBook Tote bag and Dopp Kit

The new Aer MacBook Tote bag and companion Dopp Kit were unveiled today. After coming away impressed from our hands-on time with the brand’s Day Sling 3 – this one landed in our collection of the best EDC sling/belt bag picks – and Travel Pack 3, the latest from Aer caught our eye. The new MacBook Tote and Dopp Kit land as the latest additions to the Aer City Collection for Fall/Winter 2023 and are now available for purchase. Head below for a closer look at both.

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Anker’s new USB-C KVM docking stations see first discounts from $212.50 (Reg. $250+)

Reg. $250+ From $212.50

Last month saw Anker launch a new USB-C KVM, and now the savings are rolling in. Courtesy of the brand’s official Amazon storefront, you can now score the Anker Desktop KVM Docking Station for $229.49 shipped. Down from its usual $270 price tag, today’s offer amounts to 15% in savings while also delivering the first chance to save. It actually joins the launch discount we saw go live on the laptop version, which is still alive and kicking it at $212.49, down from $250. This is still the only price cut so far on this model, too. You can get a full breakdown in our launch coverage, but we also take a closer look below the fold at what to expect.

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OtterBox’s first 13-inch M2 MacBook Air case launches today with semi-translucent design

The new Otterbox Lumen MacBook Air 13-inch case has arrived. While the latest 15-inch model might be taking most of the attention as of late (here are all our favorite covers for that model), OtterBox has just launched its first custom-made case for the M2 13-inch MacBook Air. Now available directly from OtterBox and on the official Apple store, the Lumen case is designed to add some notable military-grade protection to your compact Apple notebook alongside a semi-translucent treatment to show off its design. Head below for more details. 

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Samsung’s USB-C T7 Shield Portable SSDs now up to $65 off starting from $80 shipped

$65 off From $80

Update: Now $20 under our previous mention or today only, you can score the Samsung 1TB T7 Shield Portable SSD down at $59.99 shipped via B&H in all colors. One of the lowest prices ever, Amazon is still charging $80 and you’ll find even more details below. 

Joining the new microSD and internal SSD sale from this morning, Amazon is now offering one of the best prices on the popular Samsung T7 Shield Portable Solid-State Drive. The 1TB model is now down at $79.99 and the 2TB variant is going for $119.99, both with free shipping in all three color choices. Regularly $110 and $185 respectively these days, you’re looking at the latest model in the T7 lineup at the lowest prices we can find. The 1TB model is now within about $7 of the all-time low and we have only seen the 2TB go for any less once when it dropped to $117 in the black colorway. After coming away particularly impressed in our hands-on review, the T7 Shield and the previous standard model (also on sale down below) are easy to recommend to anyone looking to enhance their EDC or at-home storage capabilities. Head below for more details. 

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Tested: Hands-on with Plugable’s new USB4/Thunderbolt Dual Monitor Dock [Deal]

Reg. $200 $185

Plugable, a brand known for producing well-made and competitively-priced docking stations, hubs, and more, unleashed its latest Thunderbolt 4/USB4 dock last week, and it’s time for some hands-on impressions. Its latest comes in the form of an 11-port hub complete with USB4 specs for Windows users, Thunderbolt 4 action, dual HDMI display support (more on this below), card readers, and just about everything else you might expect from something in this category. Alongside an ongoing launch price drop on Amazon, we have now had a chance to give the new Plugable USB-C Docking Station a run for its currently discounted money and we are now ready to hit you with the latest entry in the ongoing Tested with Electronicsforward series. 

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Apple’s official Magic Keyboard is down to its best price of the year at $70 with rare discount

Reg. $99 $70

Joining the other official Apple peripherials that went on sale for your Mac desktop earlier in the week, Woot is completing the trifecta by offering a discount on the official Apple Magic Keyboard. The standard model arrives with a drop down to $69.99 Prime shipped from its usual $99 going rate. You’d otherwise pay a $6 delivery fee. This is the first time since back in March that we’ve seen any chance to save, while also marking the best discount of the year at $29 off. Apple’s latest Magic Keyboard elevates your desktop workstation with a metal build that complements the rest of your devices. With Apple’s latest scissor key switches, this is as notable of an option for using with a Mac as it is for an iPad, and a Lightning port on the front to top off the rechargeable battery rounds out the package. This may not be the newer Touch ID model, but it’ll still upgrade your setup for far less.

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elago’s clean new vegan suede MacBook sleeve surfaces at $30 in a gorgeous sandy colorway

A new elago MacBook sleeve has now surfaced on its official Amazon storefront. elago is a brand any Electronicsforward reader will be familiar with – they make those awesome Game Boy style AirPods cases, retro Mac-inspired stands, and these magnetic iPad holders we reviewed previously, just to name a few. But today, it is turning its attention to the MacBook space to offer up Apple laptop users (and every other laptop user for that matter) a clean, minimalist new sleeve to house your daily driver. Head below for a closer look. 

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Satechi’s USB4 Pro Hub Max sees 30% discount to $70 alongside Pro Slim Hub at $68

Reg. $100 $70

Satechi’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its USB-C Pro Hub Max for $69.99 shipped after the on-page coupon has been clipped. Normally fetching $100, you’re looking at 30% in savings and the second-best discount of the year. This is $10 under previous mentions and the best we’ve seen since all the way back at the start of the year when a January markdown landed at $3 less than today’s offer. As one of the more feature-packed USB-C adapters from Satechi, its recent Pro Hub Max arrives with an array of eight different ports. Plugging right into the side of your Pro/Max MacBook Pro (be it the new M2 model or existing M1 releases), it notably features a pair of USB-C ports (one of which has 96W charging and 6K display support) there’s also a USB-C data slot, 4K60Hz HDMI, and a legacy USB-A port. Not to mention a pair of SD card readers, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a Gigabit Ethernet input to round out the package. You can get a closer look in our Tested with Electronicsforward review, too.

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ZAGG intros new Mac/iOS Qi wireless charging keyboards today from $70, more

ZAGG is introducing a series of new pro Qi-compatible wireless charging keyboards today. The new ZAGG Pro keyboards are of the multi-platform type, compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, ChromeOS, and Android, and are “engineered to reduce typing fatigue and provide a fast, comfortable, and efficient typing experience.” The new pro lineup is also launching today alongside the ZAGG Connect Keyboard 12L for Lighting devices and the compact Connect Keyboard 12C specifically geared towards USB-C gear with a lighter price tag to match. Head below for a closer look at the new Qi wireless charging keyboards from ZAGG. 

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Twelve South’s ParcSlope MacBook stand sees 50% discount down to new $30 all-time low

Reg. $60 $30

Joining some of the other all-time lows on Twelve South gear, Amazon is now offering the Twelve South ParcSlope Stand for MacBook and iPad at its lowest price yet. Now dropping down to $29.98 shipped, this desktop accessory is 50% off the usual $60 going rate. We last saw it at $48, with today’s offer taking another $18 off to deliver a new all-time low. Unlike many of the other stands we’ve been featuring from Twelve South as of late, the ParcSlope stand takes on a more versatile form-factor that on top of being able to prop up a MacBook, can also handle holding your iPad in place. Just as perfect for getting your M2 laptop’s screen a bit closer to eye level as it is for providing the perfect place to rest your 12.9-inch Liquid Retina display to use as a drawing tablet, Twelve South ParcSlope features an angled design with a premium construction. It has a minimal design that still helps increase airflow to your device. Head below for more.

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Plugable unveils new 11-port dual HDMI USB4 and Thunderbolt dock at under $185 [Deal]

Reg. $200 $185

Plugable, a brand known for its lineup of MacBook and Windows accessories, is launching its new USB4 Thunderbolt dock, officially dubbed the UD-4VPD USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station. Featuring the 40Gb/s bandwidth of USB4, you’re looking at an 11-port hub to expand your existing MacBook or Windows PC setup with a wealth of I/O potential, dual monitor support, and USB-C Power Delivery all at a price coming in at under $200. Better yet, a nice little launch day coupon is now available via the official Amazon listing. Head below for a closer look and more details on the brand-new Plugable Thunderbolt dock. 

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Pad & Quill launches biggest sale of the year for July 4th: Up to 60% off leather Apple Watch bands, wallets, more

Now live! 60% off

We have seen a number of notable Pad & Quill sitewide sales this year, but the 4th of July event that is now live is easily one of the best. While we have tracked sales that, in combination with our promo codes, knock prices down into the 40% and 50% off range on select items, Pad & Quill is now offering 40% off sitewide on everything. With that and select promo codes you’ll find below, you’re looking at the best sitewide event of the year, prices that are easily rivaling Black Friday, and a great chance to scoop yourself up some gorgeous handmade leather Apple Watch bands, MacBook bags, iPhone and iPad cases, leather wallets, and more at up to 60% off. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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SK hynix unleashes new golden Beetle X31 mini portable SSDs starting from $71

SK hynix is ready to unleash its new mini portable SSD to the US market. SK is a storage brand we have featured around here a number of times including the launch of its latest internal Platinum SSDs before going hands-on with the lineup late last year. The brand has, thus far, been responsible for delivering highly-rated and relatively affordable internal solutions but is now stepping into the portable space with the new SK hynix Beetle X31. The miniature, golden portable SSD solution enters with a unique form-factor, specs that sit alongside the biggest names in the space, and what the brand refers to as “exceptional heat management capabilities.” Head below for a closer look at the new SK hynix Beetle X31 mini portable SSD. 

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Pad & Quill launches new leather MacBook stand, Bauhaus travel bags, more at up to $220 off

Brand new $220 off

A completely new MacBook stand, bags, and more are on the way from Pad & Quill. Last time we checked in with Pad & Quill, it was relaunching its Gladstone leather MacBook bag collection. But the new Modern line features all new designs across a range of leather goods from the new portable Travel Leather Desk Stand for MacBook and a redesigned desk pad to a range of travel luggage and overnight bags. Featuring its usual use of premium American full-grain leather, this time around the brand is pulling inspiration from the iconic styles of midcentury and Bauhaus aesthetics to upgrade your EDC and tech carrier in style. And everything is now seeing early-bird deals for folks willing to scoop one up during the launch campaign. 

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Kensington’s new award-winning silent mechanical keyboard available now

Today, Kensington is announcing the availability of its new quiet mechanical keyboard known as the MK7500F QuietType Pro Silent Mechanical Keyboard. It seems as though a bit of trend is emerging as accessory manufacturers attempt to silence our beloved clickity-clack mechanicals, not unlike the new MX Keys S from Logitech we just reviewed, and Kensington is next out of the gate. Whether you’re trying not to disturb your co-worker, partner, a sleeping baby, or are just sick of the clicking, the new MK7500F QuietType Pro Silent Mechanical Keyboard is looking to save the day. Head below for a closer look and more details at the now available new Kensington quiet mechanical keyboard. 

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Logitech MX Keys Advanced Keyboard outfits your Mac at best price of the year, now $98

Reg. $120 $98

After just seeing the new refreshed S version hit the scene at the end of last month, Amazon is now offering the best price of the year on the original Logitech MX Keys Advanced Wireless Keyboard. Now dropping down to $97.99 shipped, today’s offer lands from the usual $120 going rate in order to now make this the most affordable it’s been in years. This is also $6 under our previous mention from back in February. While it isn’t the just-refreshed version that we’ll break down below the fold, Logitech’s MX Keys Advanced is one of the more popular workstation upgrades on the market for Macs thanks to its premium build with matching Space Gray finish. Alongside a macOS keyboard layout, this model sports a backlit design with both Bluetooth and the USB wireless receiver connectivity backed by FLOW support rounding out the package to switch between various devices in your setup. Our hands-on review offers a better idea of what to expect.

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Best 15-inch MacBook Air sleeves: Sumptuous leather, wool, models from $15, and more

From $15

Apple’s latest notebook is now out in the wild, so it’s time to take a look at some of the best MacBook Air 15-inch sleeves. While this list will inevitably grow over time, there are already some gorgeous new 15-inch MacBook Air sleeves to protect your new machine in style, or just without spending a fortune. Whether you’re looking for something you can strut into the board room or office with or just something quick to head out to the coffee shop, we have rounded up some notable picks worth taking a look at for ensuring your new MacBook stays in tip top shape this summer and beyond. Head below to browse through the best MacBook Air 15-inch sleeves. 

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Audio-Technica upgrades its popular 20 series USB mic line with new 192kHz XP model

The latest model in the Audio-Technica USB microphone lineup is being unveiled today. Following the release of its AT2020USB-X USB microphone last August, Audio-Technica is back again today with another upgrade to its popular 20 series lineup. The latest model, officially known as the AT2020USB-XP delivers a similar form-factor and USB experience as last year’s iteration but with a few key enhancements and some added tech to help content creators, streamers, and podcasters get at the sound they are after even faster. Head below for a closer look and a complete breakdown of the new Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP USB microphone. 

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Tested: OWC’s 11-port Thunderbolt 4 Go Dock is built like a tank and performs even better

First unveiled at CES 2023 earlier this year, it’s time to take a closer look at the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock – the “first full-featured Thunderbolt dock with a built-in power adapter.” OWC is one of the better Apple gear accessory brands out there, from docks and hubs to memory solutions, portable storage, and more. Much of its gear borders on enterprise-grade quality that carries over to its consumer and prosumer lines in the best way possible. Just about every piece of kit from the brand I have got my hands on over the years has impressed me in terms of overall build quality and performance, and the Thunderbolt Go Dock is no exception. But now, after getting a few weeks to put it through its paces, let’s dive in and take a closer look to see if it’s right for your setup. Head below for our hands-on review of the OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock as part of the latest entry in the Tested with Electronicsforward series. 

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Logitech’s Lift vertical mouse for Mac falls lower than ever before at $60 (Reg. $70)

Reg. $70 $60

Amazon is now offering the Logitech Lift for Mac Wireless Vertical Mouse for $59.99 shipped. As one of the first price cuts from its usual $70 going rate, this lands at a new all-time low with $10 in savings attached. It’s $2 under our previous mention from the beginning go the year and only the third chance to save at Amazon. Providing a more affordable take on Logitech’s popular ergonomic mouse compared to its MX counterpart, the Logitech Lift arrives with much of the same comfort and Mac-friendly focus. Back when I reviewed the mouse, I found that it made all of the right compromises to land at that retail price, making the upright design, Bluetooth and Logitech Bolt wireless connectivity, and 4,000 DPI sensor all the more notable. The experience is further explored in our Tested with Electronicsforward review, too.

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Add the popular Samsung 500GB T7 Portable SSD to your summer EDC down at $60 today

Reg. $70 $60

Amazon is now offering the Samsung 500GB T7 Portable Solid-State Drive for $59.99 shipped. Originally $100, the model fetched around $80 for most of last year and now carries a regular price of $70. Today’s deal marks a return to the lowest price we have tracked on the blue model and comes within $1 of the best price we have tracked on Amazon for the Titan Gray variant. While the T7 was superseded by the T7 Shield last year (full review here), it delivers nearly identical specs outside of the ridged rubberized shell on the latest model. One of the most popular options among readers, the original T7 clocks in at 1,050MB/s with USB 3.2 support and USB-C connectivity at a more affordable rate than any other comparable model in the brand’s lineup. Head below for more details. 

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Pad & Quill now offers up to $210 off its brand new Gladstone leather MacBook bags, backpacks, and more

$210 off From $125

Pad & Quill creates some of the nicest and well-made leather carriers, MacBook backpacks, and accessories out there. All coming straight from its design and manufacturing house in Minneapolis, USA, the handmade goods deliver serious staying power (I have a backpack from the brand that has been going strong for nearly a decade now – it just keeps looking better and better over time), and it is now relaunching its wonderful Gladstone collection. Consisting of everything from weekender bags and briefs to backpacks and even the re-introduction of its leather padfolio, the brand is now offering up some seriously notable pre-launch discounts so you can secure one at well below the regular price. More details below.

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WaterField debuts new canvas/leather sleeve for the just-unveiled 15-inch MacBook Air

WaterField just debuted its new 15-inch MacBook Air sleeve just minutes after Apple introduced “the world’s best 15-inch laptop,” it’s latest MacBook Air. WaterField is ready to debut the first third-party cover we have seen yet. Carrying much of the handmade design from its previous-generation sleeves, the new 15-inch MacBook Air Folio Laptop Sleeve features a waxed canvas and ballistic nylon build alongside a patina-ready full-grain leather panel, a few color options and some strap add-ons too. Head below for a closer look. 

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Elgato’s latest Stream Deck MK.2 brings customizable LCD keys to Mac and PC at $130

Reg. $150 $130

Amazon is now offering the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 for $129.99 shipped in both white and black styles. Down from $150, you’re looking at the first discount in a few months at $20 off. This is the third-best price of the year at within $10 of the all-time low from back in February, too. Ideal for upgrading a streaming setup, workstation, or gaming rig, the new MK.2 version of Elgato’s popular Stream Deck arrives with an array of 15 customizable macro keys. Each one has an LED display which can not only be programmed to open a number of apps or run functions, but also tweaked to look just how you’d like it. Compared to the original model, the new one sports USB-C connectivity, a detachable 45-degree stand, and more streamlined design. Not to mention, interchangeable faceplates for further customization. Our hands-on review detailed just how compelling of a macOS companion it is on top of its usual gaming focus. Head below for more.

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Logitech’s slim Keys-to-Go Bluetooth Keyboard hits $60, plus colorful multi-device K380 at $30

Reg. $40+ From $30

Amazon is now offering the Logitech Keys-to-Go Super-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard for $59.99 shipped in two styles. Normally fetching $70, you’re looking at one of the first discounts of the year at $10 off alongside a match of 2023’s best price. We haven’t seen it sell for less since back over the holiday season last year, too. Designed specifically for Apple devices, the Keys-to-Go arrives with a compact design reminiscent of the official Smart Keyboard with a super-light build and slim design. It pairs over Bluetooth to everything from your iPad and Mac to iPhone, Apple TV, and more, with a designated CMD button and up to 3-month battery life. Not to mention, there’s a full bar of media shortcuts and more at the top for adjusting volume, brightness, and more. Head below for a price cut on the equally colorful Logitech K380 keyboard, too.

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Check out the gorgeous new Grovemade wood, metal, and wool MacBook Riser

The gorgeous new Grovemade Wood Laptop Riser has arrived. Grovemade is a brand we have come to love over the years for its use of premium materials and keen sense of design in the tech and desktop accessory space. Having featured a number of the brand’s previous releases, from the new leather desk pads and Apple keyboard trays to wooden MacBook docks and MagSafe charging stands, it’s now time to take a look at its new and improved MacBook riser stand. Standing out from the pack with its usual use of higher-end natural materials, felt, and brushed aluminum, you’ll want to head below for a closer look at the now available new Grovemade Wood Laptop Riser. 

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Tested: Harber London’s City Backpack delivers a luxurious leather mobile home for MacBook and iPad

It’s now time to take a hands-on look at Harber London’s luxurious City Leather MacBook Backpack. The brand delivers higher-end leather goods for just about any Apple product, and its carriers have been a real highlight for me after getting a chance to give them a go. The City Backpack on display here, though, is easily one of my favorite designs in its lineup of back-mounted bags ready for lugging around MacBooks and iPads in style, but is it worth the hefty price tag? While it is just what you expect from a bag handmade in Spain and constructed of premium leather, let’s dig in and find out for sure in the latest entry to our long-running Tested with Electronicsforward series.

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Bring Satechi’s 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock to your M2 MacBook setup at $239 (Reg. $300)

Reg. $300 $239

Satechi’s official Amazon storefront is now offering its new 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 hub for $238.99 shipped. Down from the usual $300 going rate, today’s offer amounts to 20% in savings in order to match a sitewide sale we saw earlier in the spring. This clocks in at $1 under our previous mention, and comes within $39 of the all-time low from earlier in the year, too. Featuring Thunderbolt 4 tech, this 12-in-1 dock can turn a single port on your MacBook into a full desktop experience backed by a wide range of I/O. All packed into a metal enclosure are three Thunderbolt 4 ports, three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 slots, Gigabit Ethernet, an SD card reader, and more. Not to mention 96W of power passthrough to your machine for a single cable setup. Head below for more.

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Tested: Hands-on with Apogee’s new Jam X, another rock-solid interface worth the price tag

Apogee just recently unveiled its latest home and on-the-road interface solution known as the Jam X. As a follow-up to previous iterations in the Jam lineup, Apogee is once again applying its nearly 40 years of expertise in the digital audio space and wrapping it up into a pocket-size solution at a far more affordable price than world-class, pro-grade interfaces used in professional environments all over the world. We have had a chance to give the new Apogee Jam X a run for its money over the last couple of weeks, and it’s time to weigh in as part of our ongoing Tested with Electronicsforward series.

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Teenage Engineering unveils ‘world’s first’ wireless portable mic with 3-way interface, and it’s gorgeous

The new Teenage Engineering CM–15 field microphone has arrived. TE is one of the most unique, interesting, and creative audio gadget makers anywhere (I love them), and today it is unveiling its very first foray into the microphone space. The CM-15 is an expansion of its Field line of gear most recently exemplified by the recycled Field Desk with a modular rail system and the wild little TX-6 mixer we went hands-on with previously. The new Teenage Engineering field mic continues the brand’s trend of developing innovative music gear as well as the aesthetics we have come to love from the previous Field releases. Hit the jump for a closer look and all of the details. 

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New all-time low takes $70 off Sonnet’s Echo 11 Thunderbolt 4 Dock at $200

Reg. $270 $200

Amazon is now offering the Sonnet Echo 11 Thunderbolt 4 Dock for $199.99 shipped. Clocking in at a new all-time low today, this offer is down from the usual $270 going rate in order to beat our previous mention by $20. The $70 in savings mark one of the first chances to save since it launched back in August with a $320 MSRP and then shortly after fell to that more typical price tag we’ve been seeing as of late. Featuring a 10-port design, the Sonnet Echo 11 Thunderbolt 4 Dock comes wrapped in a premium metal enclosure to fit right in with the rest of your Apple setup. On top of the 90W host connection to your machine, there’s also three full Thunderbolt 4 ports around back joined by Gigabit Ethernet and a trio of USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 slots for legacy devices and peripherals. Turning our attention to the front, there’s an SD card reader as well as a USB 2.0 slot and a 3.5mm audio jack – all of which makes this a compelling upgrade to your macOS workstation.

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