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USA Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
The countdown is over! Order the Nintendo Switch 2 now before it sells out!
The countdown is over! Order the Nintendo Switch 2 now before it sells out! Don't miss out on the hottest video game console release of 2025! Finally, after months and years of waiting, the Nintendo Switch 2 is officially released and available today! The new Nintendo Switch 2 is the predecessor of the original Nintendo Switch, which was released nearly eight years ago. The launch comes after initial pre-orders for the console were delayed in April 2025 due to President Donald Trump's tariff policy announcement. Despite that, the Switch 2's official release date of Thursday, June 5 (today) has remained the same with a price of $449.99. However, you better act quickly as the Switch 2 is projected to sell out fast due to heavy pre-order volume and low retail inventory. And after how fast the pre-orders sold out, we believe the projections. Fortunately, we're here to help you secure the console so you can get primed and ready! Here's how you can secure your Nintendo Switch 2 today. What is different about the Nintendo Switch 2? The Nintendo Switch 2 is a major upgrade over the original Nintendo Switch for a variety of reasons. The Switch 2 has a larger 1080p screen and can connect to TVs and be played in up to 4K resolution. The Joy-Con 2 controllers snap into place with magnetic connectors onto the console. Separately, those controllers can be used as a mouse in certain games. Accessory upgrade: Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller Perhaps the biggest difference is the ability to share your screen with friends while playing. A simple click of the C button allows you to do that and video chat with the Switch 2's camera. Adjust your shot: Shop the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera A new adjustable stand is also an added element of the Switch 2 with 150 degrees of adjustability. Many original Switch games are able to be played on the Switch 2, both physically and digitally. Shop Nintendo Switch Where else can I buy the Nintendo Switch 2? The new Nintendo Switch 2 is also available at the following retailers: StockX: Online on Thursday, June 5 Online on Sam's Club: Online on Thursday, June 5 Online on GameStop: Online on Thursday, June 5 Online on Target: In-stores on Thursday, June 5 and online on Friday, June 6 How much does the new Nintendo Switch 2 cost? The just-launched Nintendo Switch 2 currently retails for $449 at major retailers like Walmart. You can get the original Nintendo Switch with White Joy-Con at Amazon for 5% off More: Missed the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order?
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
StockX names new head of creative
This story was originally published on Fashion Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Fashion Dive newsletter. Sneaker resale platform StockX has named Daniel De Jesus Krueger as its vice president and head of creative, according to a press release Monday. He will lead StockX's global creative direction, including brand design, imagery, tone and overall storytelling. Krueger joins StockX from Fulwell Entertainment, formerly SpringHill Company, which was founded by athlete LeBron James and sports marketer Maverick Carter. In that role, Krueger led creative and storytelling for the HBO show 'The Shop,' per the release. While at SpringHill, Kruger helped expand the show into a consumer-facing brand that included live events and tours, men's grooming products and merchandise, per the release. The project also included a collaboration with Nike on a LeBron 21 x The Shop sneaker. Prior to Fulwell, Krueger worked with Nike Brand Studio through James's and Carter's media platform Uninterrupted, where he oversaw the LeBron and Kobe brands. He also worked at creative agency Laundry Service, now called Wasserman, where he led art direction for the T-Mobile and Major League Baseball partnership and helped launch House of Hoops, a collaboration between Foot Locker and Nike, per the release. 'Daniel's track record speaks for itself — he understands the power of brand storytelling and knows what it takes to get a project over the line without sacrificing creative integrity,' Nick Karrat, chief marketing officer at StockX, said in the release. 'His passion for sneaker and streetwear communities and his deep work with influential voices in culture, sports, and music make him a perfect fit for the team..' StockX was founded in 2016 in Detroit. Krueger will be based in Chicago but will travel to the Detroit headquarters regularly, per the release. Krueger's hire comes as StockX is under new leadership. The resale platform's co-founder Greg Schwartz became CEO on Jan. 1, succeeding Scott Cutler, who remains with StockX as an advisor. Karrat is also new to his position, having joined the company last year. In addition to sneakers, StockX also is a resale platform for apparel, accessories and collectibles and releases trend reports tracking the value of the top brands and products at resale. Recommended Reading Nike, StockX counterfeit lawsuit will head to trial
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
StockX Taps Frequent Nike, LeBron James Collaborator Daniel De Jesus Krueger as Head of Creative
StockX has named Daniel De Jesus Krueger as its new vice president and head of creative. In this role, the company said he will lead its global creative direction, defining the evolving StockX brand and its application through brand design, imagery, tone of voice, and overall storytelling. More from WWD EXCLUSIVE: Kizik Names Former Nike Exec Gareth Hosford as Its New CEO Dr. Martens Looks to Adidas For New Chief Brand Officer Dr. Martens Names Former Nike Exec Paul Zadoff as President of Americas Region Krueger joins StockX from entertainment group Fulwell Entertainment (formerly The Springhill Company, founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter), where he led creative, storytelling, and branding for The Shop, the Emmy-nominated show co-created by Paul Rivera and Randy Mims. While at Fulwell, he helped it expand beyond a talk show on HBO to a global, consumer-facing brand that now includes live shows and tours, a men's grooming line, product merchandise — including a collaboration with Nike on a LeBron 21 x The Shop sneaker — and social media properties. Krueger also created and directed the first spinoff from The Shop, a pilot called House Calls. Before Fulwell Entertainment, Krueger led the Nike Brand Studio at Uninterrupted — a media company founded in 2014 by LeBron James and Maverick Carter — and oversaw work across the LeBron and Kobe brands as well as Sabrina Ionescu campaigns. Prior to that, during his time at Laundry Service (now Wasserman), he led art direction for T-Mobile's partnership with MLB and helped launch House of Hoops, a collaboration between Foot Locker and Nike. Over the course of his career, he has worked on projects with athletes including Shaquem Griffin, Mal Swanson, Andrew McCutchen, Bianca Andreescu, Diamond DeShields, Arike Ogunbowale, Darius Garland, Dina Asher-Smith, Sam Kerr, Devin Booker, Kyrie Irving, and LeBron James, among others. Nick Karrat, chief marketing officer at StockX, said in a statement that Krueger's track record 'speaks for itself.' 'He understands the power of brand storytelling and knows what it takes to get a project over the line without sacrificing creative integrity,' Karrat said. 'His passion for sneaker and streetwear communities and his deep work with influential voices in culture, sports, and music make him a perfect fit for the team. We're thrilled to have him on board for this next chapter of the StockX brand story.' Krueger added that he has been 'fortunate' to spend his career working with brands and people he genuinely believes in. 'I've followed it from the start and watched it grow into a global force,' Krueger noted. 'As a Chicago native, it's especially meaningful to help shape the next creative chapter of a Midwest-born brand. StockX sits at the intersection of sports, music, and entertainment — that kind of cultural relevance doesn't happen by accident, and being part of what's next is incredibly exciting.' Best of WWD All the Retailers That Nike Left and Then Went Back Mikey Madison's Elegant Red Carpet Shoe Style [PHOTOS] Julia Fox's Sleekest and Boldest Shoe Looks Over the Years [Photos] Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Fashion Network
02-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
StockX names new creative head
U.S. resale platform StockX announced on Monday the appointment of Daniel De Jesus Krueger to the role of vice president and head of creative. In his new role, Krueger will lead the Michigan-based company's global creative direction, defining its brand ethos and its application through design, imagery, tone of voice, and overall storytelling, according to a press release. An award-winning creative director with a career that spans over a decade across culture, sports, and music, Krueger joins StockX from entertainment group Fulwell Entertainment (formerly The Springhill Company, founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter), where he led creative, storytelling, and branding for "The Shop", the Emmy-nominated show co-created by Paul Rivera and Randy Mims. Prior to that, Krueger led The Nike Brand Studio at Uninterrupted — a media company founded in 2014 by LeBron James and Maverick Carter — and oversaw work across the LeBron and Kobe brands as well as Sabrina Ionescu campaigns. Before that, he served at Laundry Service (now Wasserman), where he led art direction for T-Mobile's partnership with MLB and helped launch House of Hoops, a collaboration between Foot Locker and Nike. During his career, the creative has also worked on projects with major athletes including Shaquem Griffin, Mal Swanson, Andrew McCutchen, Bianca Andreescu, Diamond DeShields, Arike Ogunbowale, Darius Garland, Dina Asher-Smith, Sam Kerr, Devin Booker, Kyrie Irving, and LeBron James, among others. 'Daniel's track record speaks for itself — he understands the power of brand storytelling and knows what it takes to get a project over the line without sacrificing creative integrity,' said Stock CMO, Nick Karrat. 'His passion for sneaker and streetwear communities and his deep work with influential voices in culture, sports, and music make him a perfect fit for the team. We're thrilled to have him on board for this next chapter of the StockX brand story.' For the role, Krueger wil travel regularly to the resale firm's headquarters in Detroit. "I've been fortunate to spend my career working with brands and people I genuinely believe in — and StockX is no exception. I've followed it from the start and watched it grow into a global force," said Krueger. "As a Chicago native, it's especially meaningful to help shape the next creative chapter of a Midwest-born brand. StockX sits at the intersection of sports, music, and entertainment — that kind of cultural relevance doesn't happen by accident, and being part of what's next is incredibly exciting." Krueger's appointment comes just six months after StockX's top management reshuffle which saw the company's CEO Scott Cutler step down, effective December 31. The former chief was replaced by Greg Schwartz, the platform's co-founder, and president and COO, at the time.
Fashion United
02-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
StockX names new head of creative
Marketplace platform StockX has appointed Daniel De Jesus Krueger as its new vice president and head of creative. In the position, Krueger will be responsible for StockX's global creative direction, which he will partially lead from the company's Detroit headquarters and his base in Chicago. Krueger brings over 10 years of experience with athletes and global sports brands to the table. Most recently, he led the creative, branding, storytelling and, ultimately, the expansion of HBO show The Shop, as part of entertainment group Fulwell Enterainment–formerly The Springhill Company, founded by LeBron James and Maverick Carter. Prior to this, Krueger had overseen The Nike Brand Studio at media firm Uninterrupted; carried out the art direction for T-Mobile's partnership with the Major League Basketball (MLB); and aided in the launch of Foot Locker and Nike's House of Hoops, a basketball-focused retail concept. In a statement, StockX's CMO, Nick Karrat, said: 'Daniel's track record speaks for itself — he understands the power of brand storytelling and knows what it takes to get a project over the line without sacrificing creative integrity. 'His passion for sneaker and streetwear communities and his deep work with influential voices in culture, sports, and music make him a perfect fit for the team. We're thrilled to have him on board for this next chapter of the StockX brand story.' In his own statement, Krueger said he had followed StockX 'from the start and watched it grow into a global force'. He added: 'As a Chicago native, it's especially meaningful to help shape the next creative chapter of a Midwest-born brand. StockX sits at the intersection of sports, music, and entertainment — that kind of cultural relevance doesn't happen by accident, and being part of what's next is incredibly exciting."
