All articles tagged with #preorder
Nintendo Life runs a reader poll asking if players will buy the Switch 2 exclusive Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, which launches May 21, 2026 for $69.99 physically / $59.99 digitally, with previews and preorder options linked in the coverage.
Trump Mobile says its Trump-branded T1 smartphone will begin shipping to preorder customers within weeks, ending almost a year of delays tied to manufacturing shifts and questions of legitimacy after updated preorder terms sparked scam allegations. The device has been redesigned with better specs, with promises of US-made components in future models; preorder deposits of $100 were credited toward the $499 price, and customers remain on a waitlist as the company seeks to fulfill orders.
Trump Mobile’s CEO Pat O’Brien told USA Today that the Trump Phone (T1) will begin shipping to buyers this week and that all preorders will be fulfilled in the coming weeks, despite an 11-month delay since its announcement. The phone has FCC and PTCRB certifications and was added to Google Play’s device list, with a new promo video released amid viral reports of canceled preorders that lack verified evidence or numbers; The Verge has preorder units but no confirmed delivery yet.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight briefly went live early for some Xbox players via Walmart pre-orders, while the PC version on Steam uses Denuvo DRM, which may affect performance; some users managed to access the full game for a few hours before access was restricted.
Google’s Fitbit Air ($99.99) launches May 26 and preorder offers vary by retailer: Amazon includes a free silicone band (berry/blue/black; fog color not offered), Best Buy automatically adds a free silicone band (small/black), and Google Store gives $35 in store credit after shipping; the tracker supports iOS/Android for basic activity/sleep tracking, with optional Gemini AI coaching for $9.99/month.
Remarkable unveiled Paper Pure, a 10.3-inch black-and-white E Ink tablet that omits color and uses a faster Carta 1300 display; it’s priced at $399 with shipping expected in early June (the same price as the Remarkable 2 it replaces) and a $449 bundle that adds an upgraded stylus and Sleeve Folio. The device weighs about 360 g, has up to three weeks of battery life per charge, and includes a few new software features such as Google Calendar/Outlook note prep and document conversion to its native notebook format. An optional Connect subscription offers unlimited cloud storage and advanced editing features.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 digital titles now carry a $10 price cut; Splatoon Raiders preorder is $49.99 digital or $59.99 physical, with Walmart offering the cartridge for $49.94. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book follows the same discount pattern ($59.88 physical vs $69.99 digital). The Verge notes this downtrend in physical game pricing amid broader price hikes and highlights other Gaming Week deals.
GoPro launched the Mission 1, Mission 1 Pro, and Mission 1 Pro ILS compact 8K cinema cameras, priced at $599.99 for the standard model and $699.99 for the Pro and ILS (the ILS uses a Micro Four Thirds mount for interchangeable lenses). The Mission 1 records 8Kp30, the Pro does 8Kp60 with faster 4Kp240 slow‑mo (and 16x Full HD slow motion). Both share a built‑in 15–27mm f/2.8 lens, 50MP RAW stills, HyperSmooth stabilization, 10‑bit color, HLG, TimeWarp and timelapse. Preorders run now with a free Point‑and‑Shoot Grip; Mission 1 and Mission 1 Pro ship May 28, while Mission 1 Pro ILS ships in Q3; GoPro stores and retailers (e.g., B&H) are listing preorder availability starting May 21.
Microsoft and Xbox reveal the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset, featuring neon cyan/volt green and pink accents inspired by Japan’s Touge roads and the Horizon Festival. The controller offers up to 40 hours of battery life and a 3.5mm jack, while the headset adds custom sound effects and spatial audio (Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone: X) with Bluetooth LE Audio. Both work with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Android, and cloud via Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth, and include a matching 8BitDo charging dock; preorder prices are $89.99 for the controller and $134.99 for the headset, with the dock charging a controller in about 3 hours. Preorders are available now at Xbox.com or retailers.
Nintendo Life reports Rhythm Heaven Groove will launch on July 2, 2026 for Nintendo Switch at £33.99 / $39.99, with pre-orders live in EU and NA eShops; a boxed physical version is also planned and can be pre-ordered at the same price from the North American My Nintendo Store, with vibrant box art.
Pokemon Center has launched a limited Early Access program that lets a subset of US, Canada, and UK newsletter subscribers receive a unique, non-transferable invitation to buy popular items before the wider release; eligibility criteria aren’t published, invitations are single-use and may expire, and availability isn’t guaranteed, with the Chaos Rising preorder likely among potential items.
Amazon kicks off the first pre-order discounts on Apple's Studio Display lineup, with three models discounted up to $300, bringing prices to $1,849–$1,999 for 27-inch 5K displays with built-in camera, speakers, and mic.
Amazon is offering the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle for preorder at $59.99, cheaper than market value and backed by Amazon’s preorder price guarantee that locks in the lowest price through the release date (March 27). The bundle includes six booster packs (10 cards each) and could yield Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, or Meowth ex, though high-value pulls aren’t guaranteed in today’s hot market.
The Verge rounds up preorder deals for Apple’s upcoming MacBooks and other launches (shipping March 11), highlighting gift-card promos: Best Buy offers $25 with the MacBook Neo, $50 with the MacBook Air, and $100 with the MacBook Pro; Samsung Galaxy S26 models land $100–$200 gift cards on Amazon, and Google’s Pixel 10A comes with a $100 gift card through Best Buy/Amazon. The piece also flags other deals (Birdbuddy feeder, Marathon on Steam) in this week’s tech bargains.
Bandai Namco reveals Echoes of Aincrad, a customizable JRPG set in the floating Aincrad, featuring real-time action combat and strong partner synergies. Players create a unique hero, tailor gear and abilities, and explore a vast world with quests and dungeons. The game is planned for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with Deluxe, Ultimate, and Standard editions and Day 1 bonus content; preorders are open ahead of a July 2026 release (listed as 10/07/2026).