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Backups are one of those jobs everyone knows they should do, but almost nobody does consistently. You mean to copy your files somewhere safe regularly, and for a while you do, until a busy week gets in the way and the habit quietly lapses. Then a laptop dies, a drive fails, or a file gets overwritten by mistake, and the backup you meant to have is three weeks out of date or doesn't exist at all.

You probably already know that you can use a VPN to circumvent regional blocks on content by making it look like you're in a different country or region, but have you thought about whystreaming services work so hard to prevent this practice? Is it actually illegal?

Getting a new Samsung phone is exciting, but I never use it straight out of the box. Before installing my usual apps or showing it off to my friends, I head into Settings and make a few changes. Some are small tweaks that make everyday tasks faster, while others fix things that have annoyed me on previous Galaxy phones.

You should really understand that buying a streaming device means trading some privacy for convenience. There's a lot of data being collected, and it happens pretty quietly. You are never asked for your permission either; it is just implied since the settings are on by default. Unfortunately, that means a company is profiting off everything you do, but you can always put a stop to it.

SAVE $10: As of Oct. 12, the Owala FreeSip Twist Stainless Steel Water Bottle (24 oz) in select colorways is down to $19.99 at Amazon. That’s 33% off its regular $29.99 list price, marking a rare drop that beats out Prime Day deals.

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If there’s one piece of hydration gear Mashable readers consistently obsess over, it’s anything with an Owala logo on it. In fact, the Owala FreeSip Twist recently earned a spot on our list of the top 10 most popular products readers bought during October Prime Day. While the classic push-button FreeSip gets plenty of hype, the Twist version offers a sleeker, leak-proof spin on the original — and right now, select colorways are priced lower than they were over Prime Day.

You can grab the 24 oz FreeSip Twist for just $19.99 on Amazon, saving $10 off its usual $29.99 price tag. Getting a top-tier insulated bottle under twenty bucks is already a solid win, but beating major shopping holiday event pricing makes this a no-brainer if your current water bottle has seen better days.

What makes people fall in love with this bottle is Owala’s 2-in-1 spout design. Unlike standard bottles that force you to choose between a straw and a wide opening, the FreeSip spout lets you do both. You can sip upright through the built-in straw when you're working or driving, or tilt it back to swig directly from the spout when you're super thirsty.

Thanks to triple-layer vacuum insulation, cold drinks stay chilled for hours, and the twist lid safely handles hot coffee or sparkling water without spraying when opened. The protective top creates a tight seal that won't leak inside a backpack or gym bag, and the built-in loop makes it easy to carry around on a finger.

Just keep in mind that the 24 oz version has a slightly wider base than ultra-slim bottles, so while it slides easily into tote bags, it might only fit into larger or specialty car cup holders.

If you want a leak-proof, multi-purpose bottle that lives up to the hype, head over to Amazon to grab the Owala FreeSip Twist for $19.99 while the discount is still live.

Apple's upcoming iPad mini will be a major upgrade, but will come with an equally major price increase.

This is according to a new report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who claims that the 2026 iPad mini will cost close to $799, up two hundred bucks from the $599 starting price of the previous model.

SEE ALSO: Apple to launch touchscreen MacBook and iPad mini in October

The new device will reportedly be the first iPad mini to come with an OLED display, and it will also be equipped with Apple's new A20 Pro chip, a new speaker system, and a horizontally-placed FaceTime camera.

At $799, the iPad mini might still be good value, but it would be significantly pricier than the $449 iPad and even the $749 iPad Air (assuming, of course, that those devices remain at those price points, which isn't certain given the memory supply crunch that's driving gadget prices up).

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Given the imminent advent of Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, we'd hoped that the iPad mini/iPhone combo would be a cheap alternative to the Duo's $1,999 starting price. Carrying two devices around instead of one elegant foldable is not the same thing, but you do get similar functionality for less money, at the expense of some practicality. But the new iPad mini pricing, if accurate, sours that deal quite a bit.

The new iPad mini is likely to launch in late October, alongside the company's first-ever touchscreen MacBooks as well as a new iMac computer.

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Ubuntu remains the most recognizable name in desktop Linux, yet a distro built on top of it often does a better job for everyday users. Linux Mint takes Ubuntu’s foundation and turns it into something friendlier, which says a lot about where Canonical’s priorities lie.

Earlier this year, I found an old 2-in-1 convertible laptop in my closet that I hadn't touched in a couple of years after I cracked its screen. I'd since replaced it with a business laptop and figured the old machine wasn't good for much until I realized one day that I could just turn it into a headless home server.

TL;DR: Sony has officially launched new colorways for its Fnatic-collaborated gaming lineup, including the Inzone H9 II Wireless Headset in Fnatic orange ($348) and the Inzone E9 Wired In-Ear Monitors in glass purple ($129.99, marked down from $149.99).

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If you're still relying on crusty stock headphones or cheap earbuds that turn competitive Valorant matches into an audio guessing game, Sony is offering a solid reason to upgrade. The tech giant just dropped fresh, bold colorways for its pro-tier Inzone lineup — and the new E9 earbuds are already hitting Amazon with an early launch-day price cut.

The flagship Inzone H9 II Wireless Headset gets a bright, high-vis Fnatic orange edition (joining its standard black and white options), while the Inzone E9 Wired In-Ear Monitors debut in a sleek glass purple. Both models were co-developed with elite esports organization Fnatic, so they’re tuned specifically to help you pinpoint enemy footsteps before you even see them.

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If you want complete active noise cancellation without feeling like your skull is in a vise during marathon sessions, the H9 II is built like absolute royalty. Sony actually pulled the sound drivers straight out of its flagship XM6 noise-canceling headphones, packing high-end flagship audio tech into a lightweight 260g frame.

Beyond raw audio quality, it comes loaded with FPS equalizer presets developed along with Fnatic pros to make positional cues hit with pinpoint accuracy, plus toggleable ANC to drown out ambient household chaos. You also get ultra-low-latency 2.4GHz wireless via a USB-C dongle, Bluetooth LE, 30 hours of battery life, and a detachable cardioid mic with AI noise reduction so your team hears your callouts instead of your mechanical keyboard.

If heavy over-ear clamping force gives you headaches — or you just prefer to rock compact in-ears under external ear defenders — the Inzone E9s are a lethal alternative. As Sony’s first fully enclosed sealed IEM design, they pair custom noise-isolating tips with an included USB-C audio box to unlock 360 Spatial Sound and deep EQ tweaking via the PC Inzone Hub.

They're built for pure endurance, offering four ear tip sizes, flexible ear hooks, and an ultra-thin 1.8m cable that slips comfortably under headgear without digging into your ears.

Both new colorways are available on Amazon right now, with early savings on the IEMs. Head over to grab the Inzone H9 II for $348 or the Inzone E9 for $129.99.

Believing in magic as an adult is the stuff of eldritch terror when it comes to the world of LAIKA. The stop-motion animation studio scared the shit out of us with Coraline, a twisted, whimsically macabre web that made a nightmare of the uncanny.

Now, with Wildwood, directed by creative chief Travis Knight, LAIKA once again leans into the dark and extraordinary world of fantasy and magic, this time nestled right across the river from the American Mecca of weird: Portland, Oregon. With handcrafted animation blended with painterly digital tech, the LAIKA team draws you into the Impassable Wilds, a magical realm where the forces of nature cannot be underestimated.

Though a fantasy tale, Wildwood's emotional core lies in reality. And in such a real world, where artificial intelligence is invading systems of creativity like the film's all-powerful ivy, LAIKA's hand-wrought, tactile artistry feels truly remarkable.

SEE ALSO: LAIKA's stop-motion 'Wildwood' featurette is the perfect antidote for AI content Wildwood is a dark coming-of-age tale that sees magic for its darkness and light  Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) and Curtis Mehlberg (Jacob Tremblay). Credit: LAIKA

From Wildwood's magnificent opening scene, adapted by screenwriter Chris Butler (LAIKA's Kubo and the Two Strings), it's clear this is not a fairy tale for children. Based on the novel of the same name by The Decemberists' frontman Colin Meloy and illustrator Carson Ellis, the film begins with a gothic tragedy involving a governess, Alexandra (voiced by Carey Mulligan), and her only son, one that recalls Tim Burton's Wednesday story "Tale of the Skull Tree" — and it sets the macabre tone for the film. For now, the film brings us back into a safe haven: a cosy kitchen in Portland where teen Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) is leaving the magic of childhood behind her, despite her parents' (Maya Erskine and Jake Johnson) encouragement to believe.

Tasked with babysitting her brother Mac (Arthur Knight, the director's infant son), Prue's wish for adulthood is cruelly granted when he's kidnapped by a Hitchcockian murder of crows, flown deep into the forest that lies beyond St. John's Bridge. The Impassable Wilds, her father calls them, and along with adventure game-loving nerd Curtis Mehlberg (Jacob Tremblay), the pair manage to venture beyond the mist.

Into the woods... Credit: LAIKA

What ensues is a thrilling, dark, and oftentimes uproarious careen into the realm of Wildwood, where the stakes are toweringly high (honestly, don't think your favourite character can't die a horrible death) and the emotional complexity of its residents runs deep. War is brewing, as a ruthless coyote mercenary army and displaced people branded as "bandits" wage bloody land battles within the realm. The conflict affects the entire realm, from an Endor-like avian principality to a grassroots community of mystics ("hippies" Prue calls them). However, there's something even more sinister afoot, and "outsiders" Prue and Curtis must be careful who they trust to get her baby brother back.

As the geopolitical tension of Wildwood comes into focus across the North and South Woods, Prue and Curtis will meet a glorious array of familiar-voiced characters: Brendan the mighty Bandit King (Mahershala Ali), helpful wise-cracking rat (Awkwafina), glorious golden eagle General (Angela Bassett), rage-fuelled coyote lieutenant Maksim (Tom Waits), the flustered yet wise Owl Rex (Richard E. Grant), sage mystic leader Iphigenia (Tantoo Cardinal), fierce warrior Niamh (Amandla Stenberg), snivelling politician's henchman Roger (Jemaine Clement), a accidental soldier Dmitri (Charlie Day), and more.

And at the heart of it all lies someone torn apart by grief, who'll do anything to reclaim what was lost. 

Wildwood's extraordinary animation is at once magnificent and brutal Prue and the General (Angela Bassett), LAIKA's largest puppet to date. Credit: LAIKA

This is LAIKA, one of the most lauded studios working in animation today, so if you're expecting Wildwood to be visually magnificent, you won't be disappointed (and Dario Marianelli's soaring score seals the emotional deal).

Through ancient ruins, coyote-patrolled forests, heaving halls of neverending bureaucracy, and dank dungeons adorned with hanging cages, we're treated to wondrous worldbuilding from production designer Nelson Lowry and superb visual detail from principal character designer Thibault Leclercq, costume designer Deb Cook, and head of character and practical effects Oliver Jones. Frame after frame of sublime, handmade landscapes (there were 132 sets) are populated by 233 unique character puppets, painstakingly brought to life by head of animation Brad Schiff and his small army of animators, with Brian McLean's Rapid Prototype (RP) and Benoit Dubuc's CG Facial Animation teams. And they're all boasting hundreds of intricate costumes from Cook and head of costume Anja Poland.

All shot to perfection by cinematographer Caleb Deschanel and edited by Christopher Murrie-Green, the meticulous detail within each scene is nothing short of extraordinary — from the Bandit King's dreadlocks to Prue's tears (yes, stop-motion animated tears!) to the General's majestic flapping wings — and results in a world so resplendent, so visceral, and sometimes so shockingly violent you'll want to pause the screen or run from it. Within Wildwood, animals and people live alongside each other, with human governors, farmers, and bandits existing alongside rabbit constables, coyote commandants, and bear lumberjacks. The effect is one of harmony, tension, and fascination, with each character rendered with such individuality and detail that you could follow any one of them into their own Wildwood spinoff storyline. 

Respect the ivy... Credit: LAIKA

One of the major players in the film, a sprawling, interconnected mass of ivy stretched across the Impassable Wilds, is a feat of animation in itself, with every climbing vine, every veined leaf, moving as one powerful entity. This sense of gravitas extends to every scene in Wildwood, whether animating a rat swimming in a bowl of venison soup or rain falling on emerald mansion steps.

However, nothing compares to one of the most exceptional battle sequences you'll ever see on screen, a masterpiece of animation whose meticulous production boggles the mind. The largest ever created for a stop-motion feature film, the 12-minute battle scene is 411 thrilling, violent, and awe-inspiring shots that are sure to land this film an Oscar.

Wildwood's secret star is the city of Portland Prue's family live in Portland and you won't miss it. Credit: LAIKA

If there's one hidden character within Wildwood, it's the city of Portland, Oregon, America's nucleus of alternative living, where the history of magic has ancient roots. 

In Wildwood's Portland scenes, the team hide Easter eggs and references that build a portrait of the city's weird and wonderful elements: from Prue enjoying the magic of Voodoo Doughnut to cycling past drag queen story hour at legendary independent bookstore Powell's. A bagpipe-playing Darth Vader on a unicycle? Yep, we're in Portland.

Within Prue's teen bedroom, inclusions of The Decemberists' posters pay homage to the Portland band whose "The Better Part Of Bravery," lies on the soundtrack — and whose frontman wrote the book Wildwood is based on. Prue's parents are so Portland they won't even say what happened at Burning Man and mention "medical doctors" as a last resort. Yes, it's reductive and stereotypical, but it renders the city a place where it makes sense there'd be a magical wilderness on the other side of the Willamette River.

It's this familiarity that anchors Wildwood in its most brutal moments, knowing a world of war, violence, and magic lies just beyond a city bridge. LAIKA doesn't treat its audience like glass, presenting the cruelty of magic as one of finality, of life and death. Find the biggest screen you can and ride boldly across the bridge into Wildwood, where magic is just as beautiful as it is brutal. 

Wildwood was reviewed out of BFI London Film Festival and will hit cinemas Oct 23.

SAVE OVER $500: As of Oct. 12, the Anker Solix S2000 portable power station is on sale for $649.98 at Amazon. That's $549.02 off its full price of $1,199.

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Winter is not too far off, and if you're a bit worried about power outages from severe weather during those months, a portable power station is a helpful item to have around the house. The Anker Solix S2000 is a model designed to keep appliances powered up in moments like those, and this is a perfect time to grab it, as Amazon has slashed 46% off its list price.

Normally priced at a hefty $1,199, this portable power station is down to $649.98. That's a cent cheaper than the price we saw during last week's October Prime Day sale, and it may not be on sale for much longer, since it's marked as a "limited time deal."

SEE ALSO: The 6 best power stations for camping keep you both online and off-grid

With a continuous output of 1,500W and a peak output of 3,000W, the Anker Solix S2000 can power up a variety of household appliances, including fridges. It can keep a fridge powered for up to 35 hours, which is great news if you run into an emergency outage. Its battery also has a 15-year lifespan, so it will last for many years to come.

It also has a variety of ports, including AC outputs, an AC input, a 12W USB-A port, an XT60i input, a 15W USB-C port, and a 100W USB-C port. It weighs 35.7 pounds and measures 8.2 × 11.1 × 12.7 inches, so you can move it around to where it's most needed.

Don't let this deal pass you by. Be quick to save on the Anker Solix S2000 portable power station at Amazon while it's still on sale.

If you’ve got a desktop PC with a built-in Wi-Fi solution and you’ve been facing network issues, there’s a good chance the culprit is the Wi-Fi chip on your motherboard, especially if you’re using a budget board. The truth is that many motherboards come with subpar Wi-Fi, often because vendors want to keep prices down. That can result in random disconnects, poor performance when the signal is less than ideal, and driver issues.

TL;DR: New and existing AT&T customers can get up to $1,200 off the iPhone Duo with an eligible trade-in. Customers who switch to AT&T can also get up to $800 toward their current device balance.

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Preorders for Apple’s iPhone Duo officially kick off this week, and AT&T is coming out of the gate with one of its most aggressive carrier promotions of the year.

Starting on Oct. 16, the Apple iPhone Duo will be available for preorder at AT&T before general availability opens on Oct. 23. To sweeten the launch, AT&T is offering up to $1,200 in bill credits with an eligible trade-in for both new and existing customers. If you are switching carriers, AT&T is also stacking an extra $800 credit to cover your remaining phone balance with your current provider, plus an exclusive $200 discount per line when you complete your order online.

To unlock the maximum $1,200 savings, you will need to trade in a qualifying smartphone with a minimum trade-in value of $230, activate or maintain your line on an eligible unlimited plan, and purchase the phone on a 36-month installment agreement.

Getting $1,200 off Apple's $1,999 flagship foldable brings your monthly cost down from $55.56/month to just $22.23/month. You are still required to pay state sales tax on the phone's full retail value upfront, plus AT&T's standard $35 device connection fee. The $1,200 discount is distributed as 36 monthly bill credits. If you cancel your plan, downgrade to an ineligible tier, or switch carriers before the three years are up, the remaining balance becomes due immediately.

Score the best preorder deal for the iPhone Duo at AT&T.

AMD has been making CPUs that are popular among desktop gamers for years, with numerous chips earning legendary status for their performance and excellent value.

Danny Dyer hosted SNL UK on Saturday, and it was only right that the TV hard man beat up a few people on his way to the stage.

In the clip above he does his best to keep the language as live TV-friendly as possible with a little help from Rivals co-star Lisa McGrillis, before showing off his (slightly limited) range of UK accents.

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TL;DR: The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is $1,000 off with T-Mobile. To claim this offer, switch and bring your number or trade in an eligible phone in any condition on an Experience Beyond plan.

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We keep close tabs on all the best deals on smartphones. T-Mobile is usually one of the first places we look, because they generally offer free deals on new handsets like the Motorola Razr+, Google Pixel 11, and of course, the iPhone.

For a period of time, T-Mobile was offering the iPhone 17 and iPhone 18 Pro for free. We were pretty crushed when we saw that T-Mobile had dropped this promotion. That was until we saw the alternative. The free deal might have gone, but they are still offering a huge discount on the latest iPhone.

For a limited time, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is $1,000 off with T-Mobile. To qualify for this offer, switch and bring your number or trade in an eligible phone in any condition on an Experience Beyond plan.

T-Mobile spreads your savings across 36 monthly bill credits, effectively locking you into a three-year agreement. If you cancel or switch carriers early, you will owe the remaining balance immediately. You will also need to cover state sales tax on the phone’s full retail value upfront, plus a standard $35 device connection fee per line at checkout.

If you plan on staying with T-Mobile anyway, it is still one of the best ways to score a top-tier phone without taking a massive hit to your bank account.

Get the Apple iPhone 18 Pro for $1,000 off this week with T-Mobile.

SAVE $30: As of Oct. 12, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is on sale for $99 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount on the list price.

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A tasty coffee setup doesn't need to cost hundreds of dollars or require an advanced barista-level skill set. With the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+, all you need to do is push a button to get the perfect cup in a matter of seconds. And as of Oct. 12, it's on sale at Amazon for $30 off the list price.

It comes in a range of colors, but only the licorice black, buna yellow, candy pink, pacific blue, and beige are discounted.

This coffee machine will suit all tastes in your household, with five drink sizes ranging from single and double espressos to 5-, 8-, and 12-ounce coffees. You can also switch between hot and iced drinks. Its compact footprint and removable 25-fluid-ounce side water tank also mean it's a practical choice for smaller kitchens.

And it's not complicated to use. The one-touch brewing system heats up in just 30 seconds, so you can have your morning coffee in no time. Descaling alerts also help to make maintenance easier by letting you know when the machine needs attention.

Get this Nespresso deal from Amazon now.

SAVE $52.99: As of Oct. 12, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE is on sale for $426.99 at Amazon. That's an 11% saving on the list price.

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Tablets are handy for just about everything, from watching Netflix on the couch to getting work done while you're out and about. But with so many options available, it can be tricky to find one that covers all the bases.

For a limited time, you can get a deal on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE at Amazon. Normally $479.98, you can get it for $426.99.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE is designed to handle a bit of everything, so it's a well-rounded option if you want one device for entertainment and productivity. Its large, bright screen has a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling, plus dual speakers make it high-quality enough to watch films or catch up on your favorite shows.

It's also packed with a range of Samsung's AI tools, including Circle to Search for finding information directly from your screen, Handwriting Assist for tidying up notes, and Math Solver for converting handwritten equations into text.

It's also IP68-rated for water and dust resistance, so it's robust enough to cope with everyday use wherever you are.

Get this Samsung tablet deal from Amazon now.

SAVE $40: As of Oct. 12, the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro Plus is back to its lowest-ever price of $139.99 at Amazon. That's $40 off its full price of $179.99.

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Slow cookers are perfect for making warm, comforting meals during the cooler months of the year. If you're on the hunt for a machine that can operate as a slow cooker and more for making tasty dinners this fall and winter, look no further than the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro Plus.

As of Oct. 12, this 9-in-1 cooker is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon of $139.99, so it's a perfect time to pick it up.

This is a $40 discount off its original price of $179.99, but it may not be on sale for very long. Amazon has marked it as a "limited-time deal," so if you've been hoping to grab it for your kitchen countertop, now is your chance before the offer disappears.

SEE ALSO: We tested the most popular Ninja appliances, and these are our favorites

The Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro Plus is quite an impressive cooker, with nine preset options to choose from: Slow Cook, Sear/Sauté, Bake, Braise, Proof, Sous Vide, Steam, Rice/Pasta, and a very simple Keep Warm option. It also has an 8.5-quart capacity, which could hold enough chili for up to 20 people, or even 10 pounds of spaghetti and meatballs with no draining required. Hosting for the holidays? It definitely has you covered.

The inner pot is also removable and oven-safe up to 500°F, so you can easily transfer it if needed. Plus, the inner pot, lid, and spoon are dishwasher safe, which makes clean-up even easier once you're all finished cooking.

If the 9-in-1 Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro Plus has caught your eye, act fast to save at Amazon.

TL;DR: Panini has officially revealed 2026 Mangaverse Football, a new trading card set featuring NFL stars, top college athletes, and gridiron legends illustrated in Japanese manga style. Hobby Boxes are available for preorder soon on Panini’s site, with a guaranteed autograph per box.

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If you’re trying to hunt down a holiday gift for the hardcore card collector in your life, you can stop scrolling eBay right now. Panini America just dropped details about 2026 Mangaverse Football, a standalone set that blends top college players, current NFL stars, and all-time legends with Japanese manga and graphic-novel artwork.

Hobby Boxes are available for preorder soon on Panini, while retail options are set to hit Target, Walmart, and Dick’s Sporting Goods ahead of the holidays.

Who is in the set?

Instead of standard action shots, Mangaverse gives gridiron icons like Deion Sanders, Randy Moss, Chad Johnson, Lawrence Taylor, and Michael “Samurai Mike” Singletary the full comic protagonist treatment across a 100-card base set. Collectors can also chase artist-driven inserts like Way of the Warrior, Murals, and Origin Story, alongside a stacked roster of player autographs.

Credit: Panini America Credit: Panini America Inside a Hobby Box

If you’re buying for a collector who cares about box hits and low-numbered cards, the Hobby Box is the configuration to grab. Here’s what you get inside:

• 1 guaranteed autograph per box

• 3 numbered parallels

• 6 inserts or insert parallels

• 6 packs per box (6 cards per pack)

• Exclusive SSP chases — The only configuration where you can pull ultra-rare Super Short Print cards like Starcade and Blank Slate

For a more affordable holiday gift, keep an eye out for the Retail Ornament Boxes coming soon to big-box stores. Packaged in a special holiday ornament-style box, each retail pack contains 15 cards — including two retail-exclusive Bronze, Red, or Green parallels, three inserts, and an exclusive Winter Wonderland holiday insert.

Credit: Panini America

Whether you're chasing guaranteed autographs for a high-end collection or grabbing an ornament box for a casual fan, it's one of the coolest crossover drops on the sports card calendar this year. Head over to Panini now to learn more about Mangaverse Football Hobby Box preorders.