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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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Apple Watch Ultra now $50 off in Friday’s best deals, AirTags $21 each, Magic Keyboard $70, more

Rikka Altland Jul 28 2023 - 8:48 am PT

Heading into the weekend, 9to5Toys has all of Friday’s best deals on tap. Headlined by $50 discounts on Apple Watch Ultra styles, you’ll also be able to grab a 4-pack of AirTags at $85 – the lowest price of the year. Then go check out Apple’s official Magic Keyboard while it is dropping to $70 with a rare discount attached. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Belkin Boostcharge Pro

Tested: Belkin’s new BoostCharge Pro is the perfect Apple Watch travel companion with built-in fast charger

from 9to5Toys Jul 27 2023 - 2:02 pm PT

Earlier this year, Belkin launched a new addition to its lineup that looks to simplify traveling with your Apple Watch. The new Belkin BoostCharge Pro at first glance looks to arrive with some pretty unremarkable specs at first glance – 10,000mAh batteries with 20W USB-C are hardly anything to be excited about. But where the new release does standout from everything else on the market is the built-in Apple Watch fast charger.

First 15-inch MacBook Air and Apple Silicon Mac Pro orders now arriving to customers

Thursday’s best deals: 15-inch M2 MacBook Air $100 off, MagSafe charger $29, more

Rikka Altland Jul 27 2023 - 8:44 am PT

All of today’s best deals are now live for Thursday and headlined by a return of the all-time low on Apple’s new 15-inch M2 MacBook Air. The recent release is now seeing a $100 discount to go alongside a perfect markdown on an official MagSafe Charger to take advantage of StandBy mode this fall at $29. And speaking of iPhone 14 accessories, a whole collection of Anker MagSafe power banks are also getting in on the savings and now start from $22. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Wednesday’s best deals take $249 off M1 MacBook Air alongside Magic Trackpad 2 at $115 and other official Apple accessories

Rikka Altland Jul 26 2023 - 8:45 am PT

We’re back with all of Wednesday’s best deals, celebrating the halfway point in the week by rounding up all of the best discounts. Our friends at 9to5Toys now have some notable price cuts down below the fold including a $249 back to school discount on Apple’s M1 MacBook Air. First party accessories are also the name of the game today, with rare discounts landing on Apple’s Magic Trackpad 2 and Magic Mouse from $68 to go alongside a pair of in-house iPhone 14/Plus Leather MagSafe cases at $27. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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CASETiFY refreshes Inside Out collection with new cases that show off your iPhone 14’s internals

from 9to5Toys Jul 25 2023 - 1:34 pm PT

CASETiFY is launching a new iPhone 14 collection of cases and accessories today that bring the internal designs of Apple’s newest smartphone to the surface. The new updates to the Inside Out collection are as fittingly named as possible, wrapping any of Apple’s iPhone 14 series smartphones in the brand’s signature form factors with designs that show off the internal circuitry.

M2 Mac mini

Deals: M2 Mac mini returns to low of $499, Belkin 15W StandBy MagSafe stand $76, HomeKit gear, more

Rikka Altland Jul 25 2023 - 8:45 am PT

Tuesday is back with a fresh batch of discounts courtesy of our pals at 9to5Toys. On tap today, a return to the all-time low means you can score Apple’s latest M2 Mac mini for lower than ever before at $499. This $100 discount is then joined by Belkin’s StandBy-ready 15W MagSafe charger, which sports a 2-in-1 design at $76. Then go give your smart home some love with this HomeKit Philips Hue starter set for $90. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Sony XM5

Review: Sony launches new XM5 earbuds with drastically improved ANC, 360-degree audio, and smaller design

from 9to5Toys Jul 24 2023 - 9:01 am PT

Sony today is launching its latest pair of flagship true wireless earbuds. In a naming scheme that few will be surprised by, the new WF-1000XM5 arrive with some notable improvements over their predecessor and are now available for $300. I’ve been daily driving them over the past week and am excited to talk about just how well-rounded of an experience the new Sony XM5 offer.

Save on official Apple MagSafe Battery Pack and Find My Wallet from $48 in Monday’s best deals, Studio Display $299 off, more

Rikka Altland Jul 24 2023 - 8:50 am PT

All of Monday’s best deals are now live and headlined by a rare chance to save on some official MagSafe accessories. The in-house MagSafe Battery Pack returns to a 2023 low with a discount to $84 while the first-party MagSafe Leather Wallet with Find My sees its first price cut in months to $48. Then go check out the open-box Studio Display discounts from $1,380 lows. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Belkin debuts new 2-in-1 BoostCharge Pro with 15W MagSafe charging and travel-friendly design

from 9to5Toys Jul 21 2023 - 12:36 pm PT

MagSafe Duo is getting some competition from Belkin, as the brand’s latest charger is now available for pre-order. The new Belkin BoostCharge Pro brings full 15W MagSafe charging speeds to your nightstand, as well as to your vacation with a travel-ready design. Perfect for sliding in your travel bag or luggage, the new release complements your iPhone 14 as well as AirPods Pro with a minimal and compact footprint.

iPhone US market share | Close-up of iPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13/Pro/Max start from $540 in Friday’s best deals, Anker 15W MagSafe Charger $112, more

Rikka Altland Jul 21 2023 - 8:45 am PT

All of Friday’s best deals are now on tap today, delivering some fresh offers courtesy of 9to5Toys. Leading the pack, new all-time lows on iPhone 13/Pro/Max start from $540. Those discounts are joined by the best price ever on the StandBy-ready Anker 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charging cube at $112. Then be sure to go score the Apple TV HD at the lowest price of the year at $79. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Case-Mate 50W charger

Case-Mate refreshes popular transparent GaN charger with 50W dual USB-C design

from 9to5Toys Jul 20 2023 - 12:30 pm PT

Last fall, Case-Mate launched a series of retro USB-C chargers with flashy transparent designs. The single port offerings were great for your standard iPhone 14 charging needs, but that 30W GaN tech could only go so far. Now the company is back with a new and even more capable addition to the lineup. Meet the Case-Mate Fuel Brites 50W USB-C charger.

Final Cut Pro for iPad

Deals: 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro $150 off, 16-inch M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro from $1,900 lows, more

Rikka Altland Jul 20 2023 - 8:50 am PT

We’re back with Thursday’s batch of fresh discounts courtesy of 9to5Toys, with some 12.9-inch M2 iPad Pro discounts leading the way. With Prime Day having come and gone without a chance to save, you can now take $150 off various models. Those who don’t mind going with a previous-generation release can also save as much as $1,900 on M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pros as new all-time lows arrive on 16-inch models. Then go upgrade your workstation while Twelve South’s ParcSlope MacBook stand is 50% off. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Apple Studio Display

Deals: Apple’s Studio Display now $199 off alongside Anker Apple accessories from $12, more

Rikka Altland Jul 19 2023 - 8:46 am PT

Halfway through the work week, we have a fresh batch of discounts on tap thanks to 9to5Toys. For Wednesday, the first discount in months has landed on Apple’s Studio Display with Nano-Texture glass at $199 off. That’s joined by a midweek Anker sale on a series of Apple accessories from $12. Not to mention, the first chance to save on Lutron’s new Caseta Diva smart HomeKit dimmer switch kit at $99. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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new MacBook pro features

Deals: 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro $249 off, Apple TV 4K from $123, Nomad 30% off sale, more

Rikka Altland Jul 18 2023 - 8:47 am PT

All of Tuesday’s best deals kick off with some better than Prime Day offers on Apple’s latest 16-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro. Rounded up via 9to5Toys, you can now take $249 off the recent release at within $1 of the all-time low. There’s also a notable Best Buy open-box sale with the first discount on the new Apple TV 4K from $123. Then go shop Nomad’s 30% off anniversary sale before the savings run out tonight. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Anker KVM

Anker debuts one of the first KVM switches on the market with USB-C [Deal]

from 9to5Toys Jul 17 2023 - 12:25 pm PT

Anker today is launching one of its more niche products for Mac and PC, but something that is surely going to excite anyone running a dual computer setup. The new Anker KVM switch debuts as the company’s first take on the desktop accessory, making quite the impression by being one of the first brands on the market to switch one of the docking stations with USB-C on board.

iPhone 12 Pro Max

Monday’s best deals: iPhone 12 Pro Max $620, AirTags from $22, 15W Belkin MagSafe gear, more

Rikka Altland Jul 17 2023 - 8:50 am PT

Monday is dishing out a fresh batch of Apple discounts courtesy of 9to5Toys. On tap to start the week, we have some all-time lows on iPhone 12 Pro Max at $620, alongside other 12 series handsets from $360. That’s joined by even lower prices on AirTags from $22 each. Not to mention a deep clearance offer on Belkin’s 15W MagSafe charger at just $20. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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iPad Air 5 now $119 off in Friday’s best deals, HomePod 2 $250, AirTags from $22, more

Rikka Altland Jul 14 2023 - 8:47 am PT

It’s Friday and 9to5Toys is rounding up all of the best discounts as we head into the weekend. On tap today, all-time lows return on iPad Air 5 starting at $500. With up to $119 off, these discounts are joined by some rare chances to save on HomePod 2 from $250, the first offer in months! Then go check out these AirTag markdowns now that Apple’s item finders start from $22 each. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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M2 iPad Pro

Deals: 11-inch M2 iPad Pro now $150 off, iPhone 14 Plus from $730, Nomad 30% off sale, more

Rikka Altland Jul 13 2023 - 8:46 am PT

Prime Day has now come and gone, but the enticing Apple offers are here to stay. Courtesy of 9to5Toys, all of today’s best discounts kick off with the best prices in months on 11-inch M2 iPad Pro. After Amazon’s shopping event didn’t offer a chance to save, the price cuts now take up to $150 off. That’s joined by new all-time lows on refurbished iPhone 14 Plus from $730, as well as a 30% off Nomad anniversary sale on its entire catalog of Apple accessories. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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Top 10 Prime Day deals still available

from 9to5Toys Jul 12 2023 - 12:41 pm PT

Over the past two days, we’ve been scouring the far reaches of Amazon and beyond in order to showcase all of the best Prime Day 2023 deals. While you’ll still find a collection of discounts live until the shopping event closes its virtual doors later tonight, we’ve highlighted the top 10 Prime Day deals still available. Skip through the pages of offers we’ve already covered and just go see the best of the best, including the latest from Apple, Samsung, Beats, TVs, and so much more. Just remember to act fast before the best Prime Day deals dry up.

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Best Apple Prime Day 2023 deals: AirPods Max $370, M2 Pro MacBook Pros $399 off, more

Rikka Altland Jul 12 2023 - 9:00 am PT

Amazon Prime Day week has arrived, and 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. Bigger than ever this year, as the savings branch out from just Amazon and over to other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target – all of which have launched their own savings events to compete. Below, you’ll find all of the best Apple Prime Day 2023 deals across a range of categories, like tech, home goods, fashion, and more.

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AirPods Max now $370 in Wednesday’s best deals, M2 Mac mini $150 off, Anker sale from $15, more

Rikka Altland Jul 12 2023 - 8:48 am PT

All of Wednesday’s best deals are now live and headlined by the lowest price of the year on AirPods Max. Now dropping down to $370, the savings today are joined by some Prime Day discounts on M2 Mac mini at up to $150 off. Then go check out all of the Anker Apple accessory discounts from $15. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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M2 Pro MacBook Pro

Tuesday’s best deals: New lows on M2 Pro MacBook Pros at $349+ off, Apple Watch Series 8 from $280, more

Rikka Altland Jul 11 2023 - 8:50 am PT

All of the best Prime Day deals may be live over in our hub, but today we’re taking a more specific look at the latest and greatest offers for Tuesday. Courtesy of 9to5Toys much the same as the other Amazon action this week, new all-time lows land on Apple’s latest 16- and 14-inch inch M2 Pro MacBook Pros at $349 off or more. Speaking of new lows, Apple Watch Series 8 has never sold for less now that styles start from $280. And then wrapping up the savings, AirPods 3 are at the best price yet of $139. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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M2 MacBook Air review

Monday’s best deals: New lows on M2 MacBook Air at $979 and M1 MacBook Air at $750, iPad Air 5, more

Rikka Altland Jul 10 2023 - 8:46 am PT

The early Prime Day discounts are beginning to pour in from 9to5Toys, with some new all-time lows live to start the week. Apple’s 13-inch M2 MacBook Air lands at its best price ever with a discount down to $979 to go alongside the previous-generation M1 MacBook Air at lower than before. It now rests at $750 after a $249 discount and is joined by a match of the all-time low on Apple’s latest iPad Air 5 as the first discount in months lands for Prime Day at $500. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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iOttie debuts four new Easy One Touch 6 iPhone car mounts, including one made for Tesla

from 9to5Toys Jul 7 2023 - 11:58 am PT

iOttie today is refreshing its lineup of popular iPhone and Android car mounts with its next generation of offerings. Upgrading all three of the standard models we’ve seen in the past while adding an entirely new one fit for Teslas, the new iOttie Easy One Touch 6 series is landing on store shelves.