Microsoft Xbox Series X 8K 1TB Console

The new models of Microsoft's Xbox Series X and S consoles are now available for preorder, with prices listed below. The 2TB Series X is the only one to sport a disc drive; the 1TB Series X and Series X consoles are digital only. The prices:

• Microsoft Xbox Series S 1TB Digital Console for $349.99
• Microsoft Xbox Series X 1TB Digital Console for $449.99
• Microsoft Xbox Series X 2TB Console for $599.99 (pictured)

Look for all three consoles to release on October 15. Buy Now at Best Buy

Factoring in the Best Buy gift card, it's already at the best price we've ever seen for this console. Amazon, Walmart, and several others stores are selling it for $449 alone.

However, to make this deal even sweeter, My Best Buy Plus or Total members can take an additional $50 off. A 1-year Plus membership is $50, so even if you're not a currently a member, you can add it to your order for no extra cost and have it banked for future purchases. Buy Now at Best Buy

That's an all-time low and at least $15 less than what most stores are charging during Black Friday. Buy Now at Dell Technologies

Not only is this Black Friday doorbuster a $75 savings, it's also the only place you'll find this special edition in-stock. Buy Now at Best Buy

The long-rumored successor to the Nintendo Switch has finally been officially announced, and it's scheduled to release this year. Details will come in a Nintendo Direct event on April 2 — for now, all we know is the general design has stayed the same, and it will be back-compatible with both physical and digital Switch games. What more do you need?

Nintendo Account holders in New York, Los Angeles, and Dallas can also register for hands-on events in April. Shop Now at Nintendo

The PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle is now available for preorder at even more retailers giving us even more chances at nabbing one in time for Christmas. Check out each of the links below (or whichever retailer suits you) and prepare for the frenzy.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Best Buy.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Target.

PlayStation 5 Slim 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle at Walmart. Shop Now at Best Buy

Nintendo have finally announced the release date for the Switch 2 console — June 5, at $449.99. You can currently "register your interest" by signing into your Nintendo account and picking either the regular console edition, or a bundle with a download of Mario Kart World (for $499.99).

The console itself will feature a 7.9" screen with HDR10 and a 1080p resolution (undocked, up to 4K docked, with up to 120fps), enhanced Joy-Con controllers with mouse controls and magnetic attachment, GameChat via the new "C" button, and 256GB storage. Announced games include Mario Kart World, Donkey Bonanza, and The Duskbloods. It will also have back compatibility with select Switch games, with some games getting enhanced editions.

Nintendo Switch Online will also begin featuring select Gamecube games, including Luigi's Mansion, Soul Calibur II, Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, and F-Zero GX. Buy Now at Nintendo

Trade in any console towards the purchase of a Nintendo Switch 2 at GameStop, and you'll get 20% extra credit. Just make sure you ask them not to staple the receipt to the front of the box. Shop Now at GameStop

You'd pay $52 for this backpack at Amazon. It's also $35 cheaper than what Dell charges for the same bag in Gray. Buy Now at Dell Technologies

Dell's clearance section includes laptops reduced by at least $300 and up to $760. We've pictured the Dell Pro 16 Ryzen 5 Pro 230 16" Laptop w/ 16GB and 256GB SSD for $649 ($210 off). Shop Now at Dell Technologies

The banner notes a savings of up to $500, but we found even better deals within the sale, including the pictured Alienware m18 13th-Gen. i9 18" 165Hz G-Sync Laptop w/ RTX 4080 for $2,200 ($1,000 off). Shop Now at Dell Technologies

Save on a range of gaming laptops and desktops. We've pictured the Alienware Aurora R15 13th-Gen i9 Gaming Desktop PC for $3,499.99 ($1,000 off). Shop Now at Dell Technologies

You'd pay over $200 for these items sold separately elsewhere – plus, it's a great bundle for anyone who wants to keep to date with Windows, but still wants an office suite they can keep entirely local. Buy Now at StackSocial

The price of Microsoft digital downloads starts at just $15 today at Woot, with discounts of up to 79% available on Project, Office, and other software packages. Pictured is the Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac download, which costs $50 (less than half of what most stores charge). Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company

Use coupon code "LOVE25" to get this price — it's $24 less than you'd pay elsewhere. It includes a lifetime license for MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access.
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