Arturia unveils new sub $350 Mac-compatible analog Impact drum machine [Video]

Arturia has been one of our favorite music gear makers over the last few years. Its affordable analog Brute-series synths and drum machines provide that classic sound to those that may have otherwise been left dreaming about having that MiniMoog one day. While personally I like to have a balance between pricey analog sound sources and interesting software options, Arturia is unveiling the latest member in its analog Brute family and we are stoked about it.

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ElevationLab launches NightPad Wireless iPhone Charger with zero LEDs, 25% off exclusive deal

ElevationLab has unveiled its latest smartphone accessory, the NightPad Wireless Charger. The company’s take features a super clean design focused on removing distractions like LEDs and loud logos.

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Kensington’s new Surface Pro dock looks like a Surface Studio with tons of ports

Microsoft’s Surface Studio is a high-end, high-priced all-in-one computer that has an absolutely beautiful design. But, for those who don’t want to spring for the high-priced Surface Studio, there’s always the Surface Pro. Being a portable tablet, this device features similar styling to the Surface Studio but at a fraction of the cost, though it’s a tablet and not desktop.

Kensington, a long-trusted accessory manufacturer, recently released the SD7000 Dual 4K Surface Pro Docking Station that essentially makes your Surface Pro into a Surface Studio when at your desk. With multiple port options like USB, Ethernet, HDMI, DisplayPort, and more, this is a great all-in-one docking solution for your Surface Pro when at a desk.

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Bandai teases new Star Wars 1/12-scale model kits centering around R2-D2, pre-order now

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If you have fond memories of piecing together model kits from when you were a kid, it might be time to dust off your tools. Bandai, in partnership with Star Wars and LucasFilm, has unveiled two new model kits from a galaxy far, far away centering around 1/12-scale astromech droids. While a version of the lovable R2-D2 is the star of the show, we’re also getting a new R4-I9 kit as well. So be sure to hit the jump for all the details. 

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You don’t have to work for MI6 to bring home LEGO’s new 1,300-piece Aston Martin DB5

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While many of the large recreations of iconic vehicles from LEGO as of late have been additions to the company’s lineup of Technic sets, today LEGO will be reaching back into its tub of bricks to debut its new spy-themed sports car. In partnership with Aston Martin, LEGO is bringing 007’s famous ride into a nearly 1,300-piece Creator Expert set.

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Roku announces $200 wireless speakers for its Roku-enabled TVs

Complaints about built-in TV speakers aren’t anything new. Soundbars have been around for a number of years, and new innovation is happening in that market as well. The Sonos Beam is one of the latest entrants in that market. It’s designed to be able to fit in more places as it’s only 25.6 inches, so it won’t hang off furniture or block the TV at all. But Sonos will face even more competition now from set-top box maker, Roku.

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Hands-on: Show Mode Charging Dock brings Alexa to your Fire HD in a beautiful way

Amazon’s Echo Show and Echo Spot have garnered mixed reviews, from people not sure if they want to put an all-knowing camera in their home to those who absolutely loved it because it gave them their beloved Echo with a built-in display. The Echo Show, however, is somewhat limited (and normally expensive).

Until now, the Echo Show or Spot have been the only way to get Alexa on a screen (besides using Fire TV). However, Amazon recently released the Show Mode Charging Dock for Fire HD 10 and Fire HD 8 and it offers one of the best ways to experience Alexa on the big screen, in my opinion.

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Pad & Quill debuts new leather/linen Journal & Wooden Rollerball Pen, more

Whether it’s Passport holders, gorgeous leather messenger bags or iPhone and iPad cases, Pad & Quill makes just about everything except for pads and quills. Until today that is. The company is introducing its new lineup of journals and journal accessories, all of which carry on the company’s tradition in premium materials and focused craftsmanship.

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Awair 2nd Edition is a unique air quality monitor made w/ walnut, perfect for any home or office

Air quality is a big deal in many cities. The air we breath can be full of contaminants, dust-born particles, or might just be a poor temperature for an activity we’re performing (productivity, sleep, etc.) Awair launched in late 2016 with its Glow product that featured the ability to provide live air quality monitoring in a standalone package.

The latest product from Awair doesn’t have any fancy name and is just called the “Awair 2nd Edition”. This new air quality monitor packs a ton of features into a uniquely designed small cabinet to deliver everything on a dot-style display, bringing both function and acting as a great desk accessory.

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The SWAGTRON EB1 is a foldable eBike that can go over 12MPH for 7.5 miles

SWAGTRON has launched several awesome looking electronic bikes and scooters. Its latest release, the EB1 Electric Bike, is a compact aluminum offering that features a powerful 250 Watt motor and can reach speeds of over 12 MPH.

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Nintendo hopes to bolster the Switch’s library with 20 to 30 new indie titles per week

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One of the biggest fears after the Switch’s initial announcement was that Nintendo’s latest console wouldn’t have any big system-selling titles. It was arguably the biggest problem facing its predecessor, the Wii U, an issue which loomed over the Switch well past its release. But now well over a year later, it’s pretty safe to say that Nintendo and the third-party developers that they worked with have been able to put together one of the most appealing lineups in the industry.

But Nintendo has no intention of slowing down, as the company is hoping to bolster the Switch’s game lineup with anywhere from 20 to 30 new titles each week for the foreseeable future.

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Respawn’s RSP-300 gaming chair is fully mesh, has tons of adjustments, and more

Gaming chairs have started to take the PC gaming world by storm. With car racing inspired design, these chairs can both vary in price, function, and feature set. Most gaming chairs are around $250-500 and are seen as a higher-end option to regular chairs, but lower-priced options compared to buying something like a Herman Miller.

High-end office furniture is never cheap, and some office chairs, like Herman Miller, can go for upwards of $1,000 or more. What if you’re on more of a budget and still want to get good lumbar support, fully adjustable armrests, and comfort for long gaming sessions? That’s where Respawn comes in. Its latest RSP-300 gaming chair is a reclining option with a fully mesh back and seat, plus tons of other feature you’d generally only find on higher-end models.

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Nissan’s new special-edition Surfcamp TITAN XD packs a solar-powered shower, more

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Nissan is no stranger to outfitting its rides with tons of over-the-top equipment, and today the company has unveiled the latest addition to its lineup of custom vehicles. This time around, Nissan’s Surfcamp project packs everything you’ll need to camp out and shred some waves.

Nissan’s latest feature-packed custom vehicle is based around a stock model of the TITAN XD outfitted with a 5.0-liter Cummins turbodiesel engine. Serving as an all-encompassing way to camp out and enjoy yourself at the beach, the Surfcamp comes packed with a variety of add-ons that make it way more than just a camper.

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Adonit Snap 2 is a stylus for iOS and Android that has a camera button

Using a stylus with your smart device, be it iPhone, iPad, Android, or even touch screen laptop, is one of the best ways to get accurate touch input. Apple has its official Apple Pencil for the iPad, and Google has its Pixel Pen for the Pixel Book, but if you don’t have either of those devices, then a standard stylus is your best bet.

Adonit announced its Snap 2 Fine Point Bluetooth Stylus today and it comes with a unique button that could be handy for users: a remote shutter. This will let you trigger the camera of your smartphone or tablet, giving you an easy way to capture a picture without physically touching your device.

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LEGO teams up with Marvel to unveil a new Ant-Man and the Wasp SDCC-exclusive set

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Just over two weeks ago, LEGO announced San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Star Wars and DC Superhero kits ahead of the convention slated for later this month. Now with the latest film from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Ant-Man and the Wasp, now in theaters, LEGO has once again taken to Twitter to announce a new limited edition set starring the movie’s leads.

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Colorware remakes AirPods with a classic Macintosh flair, available now for $399

Colorware has announced its latest custom venture, this time around recreating Apple’s AirPods with a classic Macintosh design. In typical fashion, Colorware will be introducing its newest creation with a steep markup. But if you can afford it, this limited edition AirPods remix is sure to catch plenty of eyes. More details below.

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Bang & Olufsen is auctioning off limited edition Beosound 1 speakers in 5 new colorways

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Bang & Olufsen makes some of the more high-end speakers and sound systems on the market, with many of them sporting the company’s iconic design alongside critically-acclaimed audio quality. And if B&O’s speakers weren’t already premium enough for you, they’ve just launched the Capsule Collection, a series of five limited edition versions fo the company’s Beosound 1. Head below to see how you can get your hands on one of the collection’s speakers.

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Belkin launches 10,000mAh power bank with MFi Lightning input

Belkin has today unveiled its latest offering to keep your devices charged up on the go, the BOOST↑CHARGE Power Bank 10K with Lightning Connector.

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Seagate announces BarraCuda SSDs w/ 540MB/s read speeds starting at $75 for 250GB

Seagate has long been a go-to company when it comes to computer storage. A storage company for over 30 years, Seagate has produced some of the world’s most-used hard drives. The company hasn’t had a consumer-focued solid state drive in years, but that changes today.

Generally if you buy a Seagate drive it’s a regular platter-based hard drive or an SSHD hybrid drive that combines regular platters with a smaller portion of solid state storage to give you the best of both worlds. With its recently-announced BarraCuda Solid State Drives, however, Seagate is finally back in the SSD game and enters with fairly competitive pricing.

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Nintendo’s Splatoon 2 bundle makes a comeback with 90-day Switch Online trial

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After showcasing an impressive roster of new titles and details for Super Smash Bros. 5 at E3 2018, Nintendo has continued to supply fans with news as we head into summer. In less than a month we’ve seen a notable new update to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with Labo integration, new 2DS designs and more. Today, Nintendo has announced that it will be bringing back the iconic Splatoon 2-themed neon green and pink Switch as part of a new bundle due out later this year.

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Anker unveils new 60W USB-C PD Charger for Apple, Android and Nintendo Switch

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This week, Anker has announced its new USB-C PD-equipped Wall Charger that spits out an impressive 60W of power. Anker’s been aggressively expanding its USB-C power offerings in 2018 and this new release promises to be a popular buy for Apple, Android and Nintendo Switch fans. More details below.

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Nerf’s new Laser Ops Pro system brings laser tag into the 21st century w/ AR, more

Nerf was one of my favorite pastimes as a child. Running around the yard with blasters and pockets full of darts while wearing vests that they stuck to will forever be ingrained in my mind as wonderful memories. Another great experience I had as a kid was laser tag. Though systems were generally too pricey to use at home, I always enjoyed outings that allowed me to play that wonderful game.

Nerf has now combined the two system, as it’s done before, but this time using smartphone-based gameplay and even giving users a single player mode, something that most laser tag sets lacked. There’s not always other person to play with, so a single player mode is really welcomed here. Dubbed the Laser Ops Pro line, Nerf’s new system could help children create great memories like mine once again.

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LEGO’s ‘Plants from Plants’ set is the first to be comprised entirely of sustainable bricks

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Earlier this year, it was reported that LEGO would be focusing its research and development initiatives on introducing a line of sustainable plant-based bricks. While its been a few months since we’ve heard anything on the matter, it looks like LEGO’s projection that the first of these pieces becoming available sometime this year turned out to be spot on. Today, we’re getting a look at the first kit putting the sustainable elements to use.

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Razer releases the Huntsman & Huntsman Elite keyboards w/ Opto-Mechanical switches, more

Razer is becoming one of the larger gaming peripheral brands, and also gaming computer brands, on the market. With its recent upgrading of the Razer Blade 15, the company has poised itself to dominate the PC gaming market in 2018.

I have long used Razer gaming peripherals for price, quality, and feature set. Razer Synapse, the company’s computer-based controller software for its peripherals, is one of the better programs on the market when it comes to configuring RGB, macro, and other keyboard, mice, and peripheral features. Razer today announced its latest keyboard line, which is the first Opto-Mechanical offering, dubbed the Huntsman and Huntsman Elite.

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LEGO Ideas debuts 2,300-piece Voltron, the ‘biggest buildable LEGO mech ever’

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Back in August, we got a glimpse of the latest fan-made builds that would be making their way to store shelves as bonafide sets thanks to the LEGO Ideas crowd-funding program. While the highly-anticipated Ship in a Bottle kit was released earlier this year to an overwhelmingly positive reception, today LEGO is showcasing the second of late 2017’s announced kits, Voltron. 

Stacking up to just over 2,300 pieces, the upcoming set is the “biggest buildable LEGO mech ever” and can be separated into five posable lion builds just like in the hit 80’s TV series. Head below for all the details and a closer look at LEGO’s next impressive set.

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Add 5TB of storage to your Xbox One in a snap w/ Fantom Drives’ Hub

When it comes to gaming on consoles, one thing that people always complain about is storage space. Whether you bought a 500GB Xbox One or 2TB, there’s just never enough space for games. I have a 1TB Xbox One X and 1TB PS4 Pro and both are almost always at max capacity.

Fantom Drives has long made external storage devices for Xbox, but the company’s latest release will give you a massive 5TB of additional game space along with three extra USB 3.0 ports. This gives you room for up to an additional 125 games at 50GB a piece, and has no wires, cables, or ugly drives to hide.

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Your ticket to Hogwarts has arrived: LEGO debuts 22 Harry Potter Collectible Minifigures

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While adorning your shelves with massive kits from the Ultimate Collectors Series may be the goal for many LEGO fans, minifigures are an equally coveted part of the whole LEGO experience. In recent years we’ve seen over 20 sets of collectible figures, and today LEGO has announced 22 new releases.

Hot off of last week’s announcement of two new Hogwarts-themed builds, LEGO is back with an all-new minifigure series stemming from the wildly popular Wizarding World. And just like the recent releases, today’s debut can be split into two different groups, those from the original Harry Potter series and those from the more recent Fantastic Beasts franchise.

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Nintendo brings Labo support to Mario Kart 8 so you can race w/ your cardboard creations

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Having been out for just two months, Nintendo’s recent cardboard-based endeavor, Labo, has been off to a great start. While fan reception has been solid across the board, at E3, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé went on the record saying that Labo met the company’s expectations and would definitely be something Nintendo is “going to continue to support well into the future.”

Many thought that we wouldn’t be seeing any significant updates to the DIY accessory platform until the end of the year at least, but last night Nintendo announced that Labo and Mario would be teaming up. Soon you’ll be able to pair your cardboard motorbike creation with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and try to tackle the Mushroom Cup in style.

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Flip Grip is a Kickstarter that holds your Switch vertically for arcade-style gaming

The Nintendo Switch has become the world’s #1 hand-held gaming console of recent years, sporting both new and old games alike. There are many games that play traditionally, in fact, most of them do. You play in landscape mode and have the Joy Con grips on either side of the display. There’s also a kickstand that lets you play with the Joy Con controllers separate, or use the Nintendo Pro Controller.

Some games, however, are more arcade-style and play with the Switch rotated 90-degrees, which can be difficult to do without a separate stand. Flip Grip is a handheld accessory that turns the Switch into a vertical gaming machine with Joy Cons on either side of itself, giving you a much better arcade experience.

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SmartDesk is an AiO workstation with three 24″ screens, an Intel Core i7 PC, more

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Building a top-notch battlestation is a task many pride themselves on. I, alongside many of the other writers here at 9to5 have spent a considerable amount of time either creating custom PCs to handle our workloads, playing with different monitor layouts and experimenting with tons of peripheral devices. The folks over at Cemtrex have debuted their latest product, which tries simplify the process of crafting an impressive desk setup with the launch of its new SmartDesk.

Opting for an all-in-one workstation design, SmartDesk packs many of the essential elements of an over-the-top setup like three touchscreen monitors, built-in scanner and more into a minimalistic form-factor. That is, as minimal as something so overblown can be. Hit the jump for the full details.

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LEGO’s latest Infinity War BrickHeadz bring Groot and Rocket into the spotlight

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Throughout the year, LEGO has slowly been debuting new BrickHeadz figures, with many of the recent kits centering around a galaxy far, far away thanks to the recent launch of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Today we’re getting yet another new brick-built figure release, this time featuring the lovable Groot alongside a miniature Rocket Racoon figure.

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LEGO unveils two new Harry Potter kits from ‘Philosopher’s Stone’ and ‘Fantastic Beasts’

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Earlier this year in the build up to New York Toy Fair, LEGO announced that after nearly a decade, it would be bringing back the fan-favorite line of Harry Potter kits. While we only got a glimpse at a single set back at the convention, today LEGO has officially announced the next two sets hailing from the wizarding world.

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Samsung packs 8TB into its new PCIe 4.0 SSD sporting 3,100MB/s read speeds, more

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Whether looking at massive new hard drives or even faster and energy-efficient SSDs, storage technology has made significant leaps as of late. And yesterday one of the world’s leading manufacturers in memory and storage, Samsung, has announced its latest high-capacity solid state drive. The new NVMe NF1 SSD manages to pack a massive 8TB of storage into a compact form-factor boasting state-of-the-art performance with optimizations that make the new drive ideal for enterprise customers and data centers.

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Loupedesk+ gives you customizable buttons, dials, and sliders for faster photo editing

Loupedeck has released an update to its original photo editing console today, calling it the Loupedeck+. Improvements include a higher quality build equating to more responsive buttons and an increase in customization options. The company claims that the new product was designed with updates based on feedback from the community.

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Assemble Aquaman and Storm in LEGO’s 197-piece DC Superheroes SDCC-exclusive set

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Yesterday LEGO announced the first of its San Diego Comic-Con exclusive kits centering around a galaxy far, far away. While the new Millennium Falcon Cockpit set may already be enticing enough for fans making the trek to California, today we’re getting a look LEGO’s second limited-edition kit.

This time around, LEGO has taken to its Twitter to announce its all-new DC-themed Comic-Con set. In the past we’ve seen Superman and other heroes featured, but this year Aquaman himself will be front and center.

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Meet Polymega, a modular console that can play just about any retro game in your collection

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Companies have long been cashing in on the retro gaming craze that’s returned in full force in recent years. We’ve seen products that look to breathe new life into formerly abandoned consoles, a wide range of emulators and even extremely popular releases from Nintendo. And while E3 focused on the titles we’re looking forward to play in the future, a new console was announced that aims its focus on games of the past. Based around a module design, the Polymega can play everything from NES, SNES and Genesis games to PS1 and TurboGrafx-16 titles.

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LEGO debuts new 203-piece Millennium Falcon cockpit as this year’s SDCC-exclusive set

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With July right around the corner, that means San Diego Comic-Con will be here in no time. In anticipation of the upcoming convention, LEGO has debuted the first of its SDCC-exclusive sets; a recreation of the Millennium Falcon’s cockpit from Solo: A Star Wars Story. Complete with young Han and Chewie Minifigures, this kit is going to be a must-have for many collectors. Head below for more details.

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Rabbit Charger gives new meaning to ‘rabbit ears,’ charges 2 devices at once

Charging your phone can sometimes be a drag. Finding the wall adapter, cable, now an outlet no one is using… With people having increasingly more technological devices, open outlets are becoming harder to come by in houses.

There are things like Anker’s multi-port USB charging hubs, and AUKEY’s dual-port USB charger, but they still require you to have a USB cable handy and take up counter space. In comes Rabbit Charger, a uniquely designed wall outlet that has a dual-ended USB cable built into it to keep your devices topped off easily.

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GE debuts its latest Z-Wave Plus Dimmer Switch with capacitive touch control and more

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While HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant are some of the most adopted smart home platforms on the market, home automation pros more often than not choose to outfit their abodes with Z-Wave-enabled accessories. GE, one of the more notable Z-Wave accessory makers, had teased its latest dimmer switch back at the beginning of the year with CES, and now it is finally available for purchase.

Sporting a capacitive touch panel alongside the typical perks of the Z-Wave Plus standard, GE’s latest enters as a more premium smart home dimmer switch.

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Nyko’s new Labo-like cardboard kit lets you assemble an arcade cabinet for your Switch

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Before being overshadowed by the announcement of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate this week, one of the more interesting releases from Nintendo this year centered around the launch of its cardboard accessory kits deemed Labo. And while the DIY STEAM-inspired sets have only been out for a few months, we’re now starting to see the first third-party variants rolling out.

It was only a matter of time before Switch accessory makers began getting in on the cardboard action, with the folks over at Nyko debuting their new Retro Acrade Kit this past week at E3.

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NookDesk reinvents the standing desk with upper & lower storage compartments

Recently, it was reported that everyone in Apple Park will receive standing desks because “sitting is the new cancer.” I started using a standing desk recently, and though I don’t use it quite enough, I still love the fact I can go from sitting to standing with no issue.

I use an UpDesk daily, and while designed very minimally, there are some things I’d like to see added to it. NookDesk is a newcomer to the standing desk game with its latest product that includes a triple-level workspace, multiple desktop materials, add-ons like USB ports, and more.

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The best smart home remotes to pair with HomeKit, Alexa, Google Assistant and more

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Whether you typically rely on voice assistants, smartphone control or preset automations, it seems like there always comes a time when reaching into your pocket or barking commands across the room just isn’t ideal. To help you get the most out of your smart home, we’ve rounded up our favorite remotes and controllers.

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Garmin’s vívoactive 3 Music lets you play songs and make payments from your wrist

Garmin has released a new version of its vivoactive 3 that adds features focused on music and mobile payments. The new device is named the vivoactive 3 Music to distinguish it from the model that was released in August 2017, which will continue to be sold as a more effective option.

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8Bitdo’s E3 announcement touts GameBoy, SNES, and other retro-themed gamepads

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Whether you choose to game on the Switch, PS4 or Xbox One, the folks at 8Bitdo have got you covered with their unique line of retro-themed Bluetooth gamepads and controllers. And with E3 wrapping up this week, the company has decided to get in on the fanfare by expanding its lineup of offerings and debuting several new controllers.

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OriginX delivers 100 favorite retro titles in a gorgeous wall-mounted console [Gallery]

Atari and Pong hold a special place in the hearts of gamers everywhere. Often thought of as the beginning of modern gaming, these icons were a household name throughout the 80s. In recent years, retro titles have enjoyed a re-birth in popularity and more folks than ever are looking to cash in on this trend.

Enter the designers at Love Hulten out of Europe. They’ve crafted a gorgeous standing video arcade that mounts directly to your wall and delivers all of the retro fun you can imagine. Dubbed OriginX, this handcrafted wooden cabinet is made from walnut with a yellow control panel crafted from aluminum. More details below.

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Ring’s security system finally available for pre-order after lawsuit-induced delay

Ring, the company named after its video doorbell system (review), first announced a home security system back in October.

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The Force is strong with these new Luke, Leia and Boba Fett LEGO BrickHeadz figures

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On the heels of last month’s new Star Wars Original Trilogy BrickHeadz, LEGO is back at it with another round of figures. This time though, instead of more fearsome imperial brick-built characters, we’re getting an assortment of figures centered around The Empire Strikes Back.

Today, LEGO took to Twitter to announce three new BrickHeadz headlined by an all-new Luke Skywalker alongside Leia and the galaxy’s favorite bounty hunter, Boba Fett.

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You can now pre-order Fallout 76 gear, including your very own Pip-Boy 2000

If you ever wished you could be a part of the Fallout world, you will soon be closer to that wish than ever before thanks to GameStop and ThinkGeek. The two companies are working together to release replicas of some of the game’s most iconic equipment. Not only will you be able to wear the equipment, you will actually get to build it yourself.

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