The YouTube Drop Shop, a first for YouTube, is an explorable physical experience for fans to discover the favorite products of their most-watched Creators. Newegg collaborated with YouTube Shopping and top Creators to curate a selection of popular tech products.
Within one of four Creator-themed sections of the Drop Shop, Newegg is showcasing a special assortment in the section themed for Dream, the popular Minecraft content creator. Each product is accompanied by a sign with a QR code leading to this YouTube Short from tech creator Jenna Ezarik. A buy button allows all viewers to purchase the five Newegg products in the Drop Shop: a gaming keyboard, wireless game console controller, gaming mouse, gaming headset and digital alarm clock with wireless charging dock
Additionally, VidCon Anaheim attendees can trade their earned Drop Shop Dollars for specific Newegg products, expanding their opportunities to own desirable tech products.
"Not only is Newegg joining YouTube at VidCon Anaheim 2023, " according to Friday's news release, "but it is also a premier partner for the new YouTube Shopping affiliate program. Through the program, Creators can earn affiliate commissions by featuring Newegg products in their videos."
Even so, NEGG shares lost four cents, or 3.5%, to $1.11.