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I don’t like to see a bunch of notifications gather at the top of my phone, but I’m afraid to swipe them away for fear I’ll forget to do something important. Fortunately, there’s a tucked-away corner of Android where no notification goes forgotten.

I have a lot of gadgets in my smart home, and many of them can genuinely save me time. The trouble is, the list of things I want to do next with my smart home continues to grow, and there's simply not enough time in the day to get it all done.

Motion detectors are useful smart home devices for creating simple automations, such as turning on your lights when you enter a room or being alerted to motion in your home when you're away. Standard infrared motion detectors aren't always the best tools for the job. There are some compelling reasons to choose mmWave sensors instead.

The first graphics card I ever bought with my own money was a 16MB Voodoo 3 2000. That card introduced me to the world of hardware acceleration on PC. No more software-rendered Quake, only "real" 3D objects with smooth frame rates and sharp resolutions.

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale portable power stations deals at a glance: Best Bluetti deal Bluetti Elite 200 V2 $749 at Amazon (save $200) Get Deal Best Anker Solix bundle deal Anker Soloix F3800 Portable Power Station, BP3800 Expansion Battery, and 400W Solar Panel $3,498.99 at Amazon (save $3,898.01) Get Deal Best Jackery deal Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $429 at Amazon (save $370) Get Deal Best DJI deal DJI Power 1000 V2 $364 at Amazon (save $65) Get Deal Best deal for camping Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $428.99 at Amazon (save $370.01) Get Deal

I'll let you in on a little secret about portable power stations — they're almost always on some type of discount. It's rare that I see any of my favorite models listed at full price, which is not a bad thing. But it makes it harder to discern a good deal from a meh deal. To help out, I've scrolled the pages of the Amazon Big Spring Sale to find the deals I think are actually worth buying.

A portable power station has become a must-have tech item. It's like your favorite noise-cancelling earbuds — no idea how we survived without them. They've been my savior during power outages to keep the refrigerator running, my phone charged up, and the WiFi router connected. They're also well worth packing along on upcoming camping trips. Think of movie nights under the stars with a powered-up portable projector and fresh popcorn.

The one snag here is that batteries aren't cheap, and that's especially true of high-tech and long-lasting batteries found in portable power stations. Because of this, I recommend shopping for a power station during major sales like the Amazon Big Spring Sale is a wise move. Here are some of my favorite models seeing steep discounts during the sale. I'll keep this page updated as the sale rolls in and we see new deals pop up.

Best Bluetti deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bluetti Elite 200 V2 $749 at Amazon
$949 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

If you need a large and in charge power solution, whether in an emergency or going off-grid, the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 is a fantastic option. It comes with 2,600Wh of battery power, which is more than enough to charge larger items like laptops and small appliances. It's also capable of recharging your phones and keeping the WiFi router on for an extended period of time. If you find that you routinely lose power, this unit is something you'll want to keep on hand to make sure you can charge things up when you need them.

More Bluetti deals

• Bluetti Elite 10 — $112.98 $199 (save $86.02)

• Bluetti 60W Solar Panel — $126.65 $149 (save $22.35)

• Bluetti Elite 30 V2 — $218.99 $299 (save $80.01)

• Bluetti X30 CPAP Battery Backup — $278.99 $329 (save $50.01)

• Bluetti Elite 100 V2 with 200W Solar Panel — $699 $1,399 (save $700)

• Bluetti Elite 300 — $1,099 $1,699 (save $600)

• Bluetti Elite 400 — $1,298.98 $1,899 (save $600.02)

• Bluetti Apex 300 — $1,444 $1,699 (save $255)

Best Anker deal Anker Solix F3800 $3,498.99 at Amazon
$7,397 Save $3,898.01   See It at Amazon

The massive Anker Solix F3800 is ideal for home backup should the power cut out. On its own, the Solix F3800 comes with 3,8400 Wh of battery capacity to keep your tech running without grid power, but Anker made this deal even better during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The Solix F3800 comes bundled with a BP3800 Expansion Battery and a 400W solar panel. The extra battery brings the total capacity up to 7,680Wh while the addition of a solar panel puts you in line for recharging off-grid.

More Anker Solix deals

• Anker Solix C300 DC — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Anker Solix C300 — $239.99 $299.99 (save $60 + get a free Anker Solix adjustable strap)

• Anker Solix C800 X — $349.99 $649 (save $299.01)

• Anker Solix C1000 — $429.99 $799 (save $369.01)

• Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 — $749 $1,499 (save $750)

• Anker Solix F2000 — $799.99 $1,999 (save $1,199.01)

• Anker Solix F3000 with 400W solar panel — $1,499.99 $3,498 (save $1,998.01)

• Anker Solix F3800 — $1,898.99 $2,599 (save $700.01)

• Anker Solix E10 — $4,299 $5,799 (save $1,500)

Best Jackery deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $429 at Amazon
$799 Save $370   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're looking for a portable power station to take along to the campground this summer, the Jackery Explorer 100 V2 is an ideal model. It's a mix of portability, durability, solid port options, and it's on sale for under $430. This Jackery model comes with 1,070Wh for recharging your phones while camping, keeping the speaker ready to go, and powering up the projector for movie nights. Plus, it weighs under 24 pounds, so you won't have to struggle lugging it around camp.

More Jackery deals

• Jackery Explorer 240D — $139 $209 (save $70)

• Jackery SolarSaga 100W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel — $197.99 $299 (save $101.01)

• Jackery 1000 v2 with 200W Solar Panel — $698.99 $1,499 (save $600.01)

• Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 — $749 $1,499 (save $750)

• Jackery 1500 Ultra with two 100W Prime Solar Panels — $1,289 $1,799 (save $510)

• Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus — $1,598.99 $2,799 (save $1,200.01)

Best deal for camping Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $428.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $370.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2.

After testing dozens of portable power stations, one of my go-to models for taking along on a weekend of camping is the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2. Sure, you can go lighter and even more portable models, but I love the Solix C1000's combination of 1,024Wh, three USB-C ports, and the excellent Anker Solix app. It's also incredibly easy to carry around the campground, weighing under 25 pounds. Plus, Anker won a Guinness World Record for the power station's ability to recharge in just 49 minutes.

More portable power stations on sale at Amazon

• EcoFlow Trail 300 DC — $146.99 $249 (save $102.01)

• Segway Cube 1000 — $312.99 $999.99 (save $687)

• EcoFlow River 2 Pro — $314.99 $529 (save $214.01)

• DJI Power 1000 — $349 $699 (save $350)

• DJI Power 1000 V2 — $364 $699 (save $335)

• Goal Zero Yeti 500 — $399.89 $499.95 (save $100.06)

• Segway Cube 2000 — $538.98 $899.99 (save $361.01)

• EcoFlow Delta 3 with 220W Solar Panel — $588.98 $999 (save $410.02)

• Goal Zero Yeti 700 — $599.89 $699.95 (save $100.06)

• DJI Power 2000 — $699 $1,299 (save $600)

• EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 — $2,099 $3,699 (save $1,600)

Laptops have become powerful enough that for most people it's not necessary to own both a laptop and a desktop PC. However, you don't have to put up with the cramped work environment of a laptop when you're at your desk. Here's how I use my laptops as desktop computers.

The Trump T1 smartphone saga has dragged on for almost a full year since its announcement last summer, and at every step of that process, it's felt like a fake product that will never come out... until now.

In its endless quest to document this elusive smartphone, The Verge found a series of FCC listings for a phone called "T1" that suggest the product was tested and granted certification by the federal agency over the past few months. As is common with FCC listings, the documents are largely redacted and contain no photos or other useful information about the phone itself. They also don't reference Trump or any of the other corporate entities previously attached to the phone, such as "Trump Mobile," instead referring to a new company called Smart Gadgets Global. That company's CEO is Eric Thomas, who is an established executive at Trump Mobile.

SEE ALSO: Advertisers shift to conservative creators over progressives under Trump

So, while all of this is weird and vaguely suspicious, we can confirm that the FCC has certified a phone called the T1, which was submitted by a Trump Mobile executive. All of this will be a lot more believable if/when the phone is actually in people's hands, but for now, we have to at least act like the T1 is real.

The T1 was announced last June as a $500 "made in America" Android device with a golden exterior, somewhat respectable specs, and a target audience of true patriots. It didn't take long for people to realize that some major components couldn't have been made in America, and the phone missed its original September release date. It was delayed again in December, somewhat shockingly, before re-emerging in February with new specs and an altered appearance. That $500 price was also revealed at that time to be for early adopters only, with later customers being subject to an undetermined higher price point.

To be clear, there is still every possibility that the T1 is not real and will never come out. But it looks more real today than it did a week ago.

Serials have become the backbone of the streaming era, especially on Netflix. Serialized television is when a show's plot unfolds in sequential order over the course of a season. It's long-form storytelling that typically works best with dramas—Stranger Things, The Crown, etc. Watching the episodes in release order matters. Often, these shows are binged because the complex character arcs and cliffhangers encourage streaming multiple episodes at once.

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale Apple iPad deals: Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 256GB) $649.99 (save $199.01) Get Deal Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 13-Inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $1,099.99 (save $199.01) Get Deal Best budget pick Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 (save $50) Get Deal

Amazon is running its Big Spring Sale through March 31. This seasonal event typically ushers in discounts on all sorts of items, giving you an early-year treat before the major sales get going later in the year (like Prime Day). That even includes Apple products, a lot of which have fallen to record-low prices this week.

If you’ve been eyeing an iPad, we've spotted discounts of up to $290 across Apple's tablet lineup. The just-updated M4 iPad Air has a small price cut, while its M3 predecessor is up to $200 off if you opt for a model with cellular connectivity. Some of the latter's configurations are starting to sell out, so don't wait too long to add one to your cart. (That includes the 128GB base model, which went on sale for $550 earlier this week.)

Below, we've rounded up the best live iPad deals so you don't have to go digging through Amazon's listings yourself. Note: Offers marked with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low.

Best iPad deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 256GB) 🔥 $649.99 at Amazon
$849 Save $199.01   Get Deal Why we like it

We consider the iPad Air to be the best Apple tablet for most people: It's great for everyday activities like streaming and reading, but it's also powerful enough to use like a laptop. You can get an 11-inch M3 model with cellular connectivity and 256GB of storage for just $649.99 during the Big Spring Sale, or about $200 off — its biggest discount ever. It's now the same price as its WiFi-only counterpart.

The newer M4 iPad Air with the same specs is about $190 more expensive, and you're only looking at a small gen-over-gen speed boost there.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple iPad Air (M3).

More iPad Air deals

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) — $559 $599 (save $40) 🔥

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $709 $749 (save $40) 🔥

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) — $746.50 $799 (save $52.50) 🔥

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 256GB) — $899 $1,049 (save $150) 🔥

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $938 $949 (save $11) 🔥

iPad Pro deals

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,099.99 $1,299 (save $199.01)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-Inch (M4, WiFi + Cellular, 256GB) — $1,208.30 $1,499 (save $290.70)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi + Cellular, 256GB) — $1,370 $1,499 (save $129)

iPad deals

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi + Celluluar, 128GB) — $449 $499 (save $50)

iPad mini deals

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) — $399.99 $499 (save $99.01)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $619 $649 (save $30)

Choosing the right motor oil is a major step toward keeping an older vehicle on the road, but simply picking a bottle off the shelf is only half the battle. While conventional oil has served drivers for decades, high-mileage engines, typically those over 75,000 miles, face unique mechanical challenges that standard lubricants aren't always equipped to handle.

In the latest iteration of "AI comes for our jobs," the English translator for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 now claims that the game's developers, Czech-based Warhorse Studios, are planning to replace all translation work with artificial intelligence, making his job "obsolete." 

Max Hejtmánek, the game's long-time English translator, took to Reddit earlier today to announce his layoff in a post titled "Fired from Warhorse Studios and replaced with AI" in the r/kingdomcome subreddit. The subreddit's moderators claim to have verified his identity, while an update to Hejtmánek's LinkedIn profile indicates he's no longer working for Warhorse. 

The post begins with the worry that many people, especially in creative industries, now share: "Yesterday, March 27th 2026, with no forewarning, I was invited to a meeting and promptly told that, in an effort to "make the company more effective" and "save finances", as of next month, my position at the company would become "obsolete" in favour of using AI for all translations going forward."

SEE ALSO: AI translator turns English into LinkedIn speak

According to Hejtmánek, he had been working at Warhorse Studios since 2022, doing Czech-to-English translation work, and his layoff is just the latest in a series of high-profile job losses that underscore how disruptive artificial intelligence has been in creative industries.

It also raises important questions about AI's incursion into art, for while it's undoubtedly true that artificial intelligence can perform fast, cheap translation work — just as it can create fast, cheap cartoons, action sequences, movie dialogue, etc. — it's also true that removing the human element from art work necessarily cheapens the final product and even calls into question the entire enterprise: if art is no longer a human project but a machine one, what possible purpose does it serve?

Hejtmánek alluded to this problem in his original post: "I want you to know that the growing use of AI greatly affects people in the games industry and many others, and I thought you should know how much the company that makes the games you love value the work of their employees, not to mention the environment."

Today, the translator of a game was replaced, but what's next? The story writer? The design artists? The voice actors? How many human roles can be lost to AI before the entire enterprise gets called into question? And, as Max points out, what does it say about a company so eager to replace its human workforce with an AI one?

The humble power button has been a standard feature on phones since before they were smart. For most of that time, the button has been used for, you know, power. That changed when virtual assistants arrived on Android phones—you don’t have to live with it.

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale home deals at a glance: Best bedding deal Buffy Cloud Eucalyptus Cooling Comforter $159 (save $41) Get Deal Best home air deal Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max $169 at Amazon (save $60.99) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon (save $300) Get Deal Best Kitchen Deal Nespresso Vertuo Next Espresso Maker $137 (save $92.95) Get Deal Best home tech deal Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Amazon (save $30) Get Deal

It's time for another seasonal Amazon sale event: The third annual Big Spring Sale is officially live now through March 31. While the sale spans all the usual product categories you'd expect to see during Prime Day, there's a natural focus on gear to help us transition into warmer weather.

SEE ALSO: Spring cleaning starter kit: 12 products that'll make it easy to keep things pristine year-round

For your home, this means clean floors, clean air, and anything else that screams "spring refresh," with special attention on Echo devices, air purifiers, spring cleaning essentials, and summer-ready bedding.

We rounded up the best deals from Amazon, Blueair, Shark, and more.

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale home tech deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal

With the clocks springing forward, you may be feeling a little groggy. If you need a boost in your morning, consider upgrading what's on your nightstand.

The Amazon Echo Spot smart alarm clock packs everything you love about an Amazon Echo into a bedside device. It wakes you up but also helps you wind down. You can program it to start your day with a weather report and your favorite music.

During Amazon's Big Spring Sale, get the Amazon Echo Spot for just $49.99 and save $30 off its $79.99 list price.

More home tech deals

• Blink Mini Indoor Security Camera — $14.99 $29.99 (save $15)

• Amazon Echo Pop Kids — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Echo Dot Kids — $39.99 $59.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Echo Show 5 — $69.99 $89.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Echo Dot Max — $74.99 $99.99 (save $25)

• Philips SmartSleep Alarm Clock — $76.29 $108.95 (save $32.66)

• Amazon Echo Show 8 — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Loftie Alarm Clock — $144.49 $169.99 (save $25.50)

• Amazon Echo Show 11 — $169.99 $219.99 (save $50)

• Amazon Echo Studio — $189.99 $219.99 (save $30)

• Amazon Echo Show 21 — $349.99 $399.99 (save $50)

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale air purifier deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blueair Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max $169 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $60.99   Get Deal

Warmer weather means you can put away your heavy winter coats and pull out the antihistamines because spring allergies are on their way. If you're already getting the pollen-induced sniffles, you can do one thing to protect your home air: get an air purifier.

Smoke, dust, and pet hair don't stand a chance against the Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max. It cleans up to 1,858 square feet in just one hour, plus it does so quietly. For Amazon's Big Spring Sale, the air purifier is down to $169, saving you $60.99 off its $229.99 list price.

More air purifier deals

• Levoit Core 200S-P — $68.94 $89.99 (save $21.05)

• Blueair Blue Pure 511i Max — $97.99 $139.99 (save $42)

• Levoit Vital 100S — $113.95 $139.99 (save $26.04)

• Shark NeverChange Compact Pro — $123.49 $159.99 (save $36.50)

• Winix 5510 — $135.99 $179.99 (save $44)

• Coway Airmega AP-1512HH(W) — $153.99 $229.99 (save $76)

• Levoit Sprout — $179.99 $279.99 (save $100)

• Shark HP201 Air Purifier — $179.99 $329.99 (save $150)

• Levoit Core 600S-P —$239.99 $299.99 (save $60)

• Coway Airmega 300 — $308.99 $443 (save $134.01)

• Dyson HP1 Hot+Cool — $499 $659.99 (save $160.99)

Best cooling deals

• Levoit Bladeless 36-inch Tower Fan — $54.98 $74.99 (save $20.01)

• Dreo Tower Fan — $59.96 $74.99 (save $15.03)

• Dreo Smart Fan — $67.93 $79.99 (save $12.06)

• Dreo Oscillating Standing Fan — $86.45 $99.99 (save $13.54)

• Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo Fan — $99.98 $169.99 (save $70.01)

• Dyson Cool AM07 — $259.99 $399.99 (save $140)

• Dreame Bladeless Tower Fan — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $300   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Eufy

Read Mashable's review of the Eufy C28.

Mashable's robot vacuum expert, Leah Stodart, tested and loved the Eufy C28 when it came out last month. At $499.99 for the Big Spring Sale, the Eufy C28 is not only the most affordable roller mop robot vacuum you'll find this season, but the best budget robot vacuum and mop combo period.

If you're jaded from a bad mopping robot vacuum experience in the past, it's probably because it smeared dirty water more than it scrubbed. Stodart thinks that this Eufy's self-rinsing roller mop will change your mind. Its fluffy material is already more absorbent than the typical thin mopping pad — but just to ensure liquid spills aren't being smeared around, the C28's roller gets rinsed with clean water multiple times per second. Its self-emptying dock also washes and dries the mop after each cleaning.

Robot vacuum and mop combo deals

• Roborock Q10 S5+ — $279.99 $549.99 (save $270)

• Shark Plus 2-in-1 (AV2630WA) — $299.99 $749.99 (save $450)

• Roborock Qrevo Series — $399.99 $649.99 (save $250)

• Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 — $399.99 $649.99 (save $250)

• Eufy C28 — $499.99 $799.99 (save $250)

• Narwal Freo Z10 — $549.99 $1,099.99 (save $550)

• Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow — $849.99 $999.99 (save $150)

• Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete — $1,359.90 $1,699.99 (save $250)

Broom, mop, and cordless vacuum deals

• Broombi All-Surface Silicone Broom and Squeegee — $27.96 $34.95 (save $6.99)

• Shark Steam & Scrub Mop — $119.99 $159.99 (save $40)

• Shark Pet IX141 — $149 $299.99 (save $150.99)

• Tineco iFloor 5 Breeze — $179.99 $299.99 (save $120)

• Bissell PowerClean FurGuard — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

• Shark Clean & Empty BU3521 — $249 $399.99 (save $150.99)

• Roborock H60 Hub with auto-empty dock — $329.99 $599.99 (save $270)

• Tineco Floor One S7 Stretch — $399 $649 (save $250)

Stain remover tool and upholstery deep cleaner deals

• Bissell Little Green — $74.99 $99.99 (save $25)

• Shark StainForce — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50)

• Eufy E28 with portable carpet cleaner — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

Bedding, kitchen, and more home dealsSheets, comforter, and pillows

• Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud Pillow — $67.15 $79 (save $11.85)

• Coop Home Goods Original Cut-Out Adjustable Pillow — $79.20 $99 (save $19.80)

• Rest Evercool Cooling Comforter — $186.75 $249 (save $62.25)

• Buffy Cloud Cooling Eucalyptus Comforter — $187.49 $239 (save $52.25)

• Brooklinen Luxury Sateen Sheet Set — $175.20 $219 (save $43.80)

• Cozy Earth Bubble Cuddle Faux Fur Blanket — $204 $255 (save $51)

• Rest Evercool Cooling Sheet Set — $224.25 $299 (save $74.75)

• Cozy Earth Bubble Cuddle Faux Fur Blanket — $204 $255 (save $51)

• Cozy Earth Luxury Bamboo Sheet Set — $246 $308 (save $62)

Espresso machines, coffee makers, and kettles

• Cosori Electric Kettle — $23.79 $27.99 (save $4.20)

• Keurig K-Mini — $49.99 $99.99 (save $50)

• De'Longhi Stilosa — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50)

• Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ Espresso Maker — $99 $159.95 (save $60.95)

• Nespresso Vertuo Next — $137 $229.95 (save $92.95)

• Keurig K-Duo — $149.95 $219.99 (save $70.04)

• De’Longhi Classic — $179.95 $229.95 (save $50)

• De'Longhi La Specialista Opera — $649.95 $899.95 (save $250)

• De'Longhi Magnifica Evo with Auto Milk Frother — $699.95 $899.95 (save $200)

Air fryers, crockpots, and other small appliances

• Bella Make & Take Electric Skillet — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

• Crock-Pot Slow Cooker (7 QT) — $47.99 $59.99 (save $12)

• Bella Air Fryer (4 QT) — $49.99 $59.99 (save $10)

• Nutrichef Air Fryer (5.8 QT) — $69.99 $89.99 (save $20)

• Ninja 4-in-1 Air Fryer (5 QT) — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO — $139.95 $169.99 (save $30.04)

• Emeril Lagasse Extra Large French Door Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo (26 QT) — $169.99 $209.99 (save $40)

Steamers

• Conair Handheld Steamer — $49.97 $69.99 (save $20.02)

• Rowenta Handheld Steamer — $58.99 $79.99 (save $21)

• Rowenta AccessSteam Steam Iron — $59.99 $79.99 (save $20)

Home fitness equipment and recovery deals

• Chirp RPM Rolling Percussive Massager — $204.99 $249.99 (save $45)

• Rally Orbital Massager — $449.10 $499 (save $49.90)

• NordicTrack T Series — $479 $599 (save $120)

• Nuobell Adjustable Dumbbells (5-80 pounds) — $699.99 $745 (save $45.01)

• Peloton Bike — $1,295 $1,695 (save $400)

• Hydrow Origin Rowing Machine — $1,895 $2,195 (save $300)

TL;DR: Live stream USA vs. Belgium in a 2026 International Friendly for free on RTL Play. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2026 World Cup is looming large on the horizon. And that means top international sides from around the world will be sharpening up in the coming weeks and months.

There are a number of high-profile International Friendlies taking place this week as teams look to build momentum, including USA vs. Belgium. Mauricio Pochettino's side will need to be at their best to get anything out of a talented Belgian team. The Mercedes-Benz Stadium will be lively as the likes of Pulisic and De Bruyne battle it out.

If you want to watch USA vs. Belgium in a 2026 International Friendly for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is USA vs. Belgium?

USA vs. Belgium kicks off at 3:30 p.m. ET on March 28. This fixture takes place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

How to watch USA vs. Belgium for free

USA vs. Belgium is available to live stream for free on RTL Play.

RTL Play is geo-restricted to Belgium, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Belgium, meaning you can access free live streams on RTL Play from anywhere in the world.

Lve stream USA vs. Belgium for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Belgium

4. Visit RTL Play

5. Stream USA vs. Belgium for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch USA vs. Belgium without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select games before recovering your investment.

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Best Amazon Big Spring Sale Ninja deals at a glance: Best blender deal Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best air fryer deal Ninja 4-in-1 Pro Air Fry $89.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best cooler deal Ninja FrostVault (30 quart) $149.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best countertop oven deal Ninja Double Stack XL $279.99 (save $169.96) Get Deal Best frozen treats deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl $299.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best outdoor cooking deal Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven $199.99 (save $100) Get Deal

Now that we're celebrating warmer weather, the schedule is getting busier and the time you want to spend on dinner is dwindling. The phrase "work smarter, not harder" can certainly apply to cooking, and Ninja makes some of Mashable's favorite kitchen appliances that help whip up excellent meals with less hassle. A lot of the best Ninja air fryers, blenders, and more are currently on sale for the Amazon Big Spring Sale.

As the "big" in the name suggests, the massive seasonal sale is also an opportunity to get major discounts across tons of staple categories like TVs, robot vacuums, Kindles, Apple devices, and other kitchen products from brands like Breville and Chefman. The Big Spring Sale officially kicked off on March 25 and runs through March 31.

SEE ALSO: The Shark UV Reveal robot vacuum came out less than a month ago. It's already on sale for Amazon's spring sale.

Unlike Black Friday, when sharkninja.com turned out to be a far better spot to find good Ninja deals than Amazon, nearly every Ninja steal from the website also appears at Amazon's spring sale. A Ninja Slushi deal is the only elusive one — you'll need to head to SharkNinja or Target to find the frozen drink maker on sale.

Otherwise, these are the best Ninja deals to shop during the sale.

Best blender deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

Serving as a blender and a food processor, the Ninja Kitchen System is a do-it-all appliance. You'll be whizzing up morning smoothies, fresh salsa for barbecues, homemade salad dressings, and even mixing doughs thanks to the powerful Ninja blender. Plus, many of the components are safe to clean in the dishwasher.

The system comes with the blender base, a food processor bowl, two serving cups, and a 72-ounce blender pitcher. Usually, it sells for $219.99, but it's on sale at Amazon today for $129.99. That matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

More Ninja blender deals

• Ninja Blast Portable Blender— $54.94 $69.99 (save $15.05)

• Ninja Nutri-Blender Plus Compact Personal Blender — $69.98 $89.99 (save $20.31)

• Ninja Professional Plus Blender — $89.99 $119.99 (save $30)

• Ninja Professional Plus Duo Blender — $119.99 $149.99 (save $30 + get a free $6 Amazon credit)

Best frozen treats deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream Maker $299.99 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

There's arguably no better way to celebrate warmer temps than with ice cream. The only thing that could make this better would be if you got to enjoy homemade ice cream with your own custom flavor combinations. Welcome to the wonderful world of the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl. This worthy countertop appliance serves up your own scoopable ice cream, soft serve, frozen custard, sorbet, gelato, and more.

In Mashable's review of the best Ninja appliances, the Scoop & Swirl earns the top spot as the best model in the Ninja Creami lineup.

More Ninja frozen treats deals

• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker — $199.99 $229.99 (save $30 + get a free $30 Amazon credit)

• Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream Maker — $249.98 $279.98 (save $30)

Best outdoor cooking deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven $199.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

I'm not a fantastic cook. Ask me to bake you a carrot cake or a key lime pie, and you'll be in for a treat; but my cooking could use some work. But; I have a summer-time secret I'm willing to share. The Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven is an ultimate summer dinner hack. Without much effort at all, I've been able to wow every single houseguest with my pizza that come out of the Ninja pizza oven. What's more, I've taken to baking all of my bread in the over in the summer, and I've even taken on pitas that are perfection.

If you love summer dinners outside, the Ninja Artisan Outdoor Pizza Oven is one of my favorite kitchen appliances. The Amazon Big Spring Sale price of $199.95 matches the record-low price at Amazon.

More Ninja deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale

• Ninja Belgian Waffle Maker Pro — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)

• Ninja Pods & Grounds Specialty Single-Serve Coffee Maker — $99.98 $129.99 (save $30.01)

• Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer — $129.99 $149.99 (save $20)

• Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Pro — $139.95 $169.99 (save $30.04)

• Ninja Specialty Hot & Iced Coffee Maker — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Ninja Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Ninja Flip Digital Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Ninja Foodi Smart XL Indoor Grill and Air Fryer — $199.99 $279.99 (save $80)

• Ninja EverClad Stainless Steel Pots and Pans Set (12 piece) — $279.99 $329.99 (save $50)

• Ninja NeverDull Premium Knife System and Sharpener — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)

• Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Pizza Oven — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)

• Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Grill & Smoker — $1,099.99 $1.299.99 (save $200)

For lots of makers, that magic of outdoor 3D prints vanishes quickly once their creations are exposed to nature. It's disappointing when you spend twenty hours printing something, only for it to warp into an unrecognizable blob in the July sun or shatter into brittle pieces after the first autumn frost.

Best Big Spring Sale headphones and earbuds deals Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 (save $61.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Sony WF-C710N $88 (save $41.99) Get Deal Best budget headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 (save $38) Get Deal Best open earbuds deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $198 (save $31.99) Get Deal Best sleep earbuds deal Soundcore Sleep A30 Special $179.99 (save $20) Get Deal Another great headphones deal Bose QuietComfort $249 (save $100) Get Deal First discount alert Apple AirPods Max 2 $529.99 (save $19.01) Pre-Order Here

As a shopping reporter, trust me when I say I understand better than most that Amazon's sale schedule can feel fatiguing. However, as a headphones reviewer, I also can't deny that this year's Big Spring Sale offers a great opportunity to upgrade your audio game on the cheap.

Having spent a few years testing headphones, and the last year covering the latest in noise-cancelling tech, open earbuds, and sleep earbuds, I went into this last week of March curious to see what the third iteration of Amazon's Big Spring Sale could bring. Sure, I'd seen the mega-retailer offer some solid tech deals in the two years prior, but so far, this iteration of the sale is proving that Amazon isn't playing with savings on headphones.

SEE ALSO: Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Live updates on the top deals

Case in point: The newly announced Apple AirPods Max 2 are already $19 off even though they're still in their preorder phase. Sony's latest flagship headphones and earbuds are also marked down, and Shokz has plenty of deals for anyone looking for a new pair of workout earbuds.

Bose gear wasn't on sale when the Big Spring Sale began on March 25, but as of March 27, Amazon is finally discounting its QuietComfort headphones, QuietComfort Ultra 2 headphones, and Ultra Open earbuds, too.

The Big Spring Sale runs until March 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Anything is possible, but with most of the below deals, I don't imagine we'll see wild fluctuations in price. In other words, if you see a pair of headphones or earbuds you like, I recommend scooping them up.

My colleagues and I will be updating this post throughout the sale, so we'll let you know if anything new and major drops.

Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $61.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Sony's flagship headphones, the Sony WH-1000XM6, are still relatively new, all things considered, meaning that catching them on sale isn't always a given. Granted, even though their sale price of $398 does net you a nice $61.99 price cut, they're still expensive headphones. (If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, I recommend the Sony WH-CH720N). That said, if you're looking for the best of the best, these Sony headphones offer some of the best sound, noise cancellation, and all-day wear I've ever tried. Plus, unlike their predecessors, their ear cups actually fold. Grab them on sale in any of the available four colorways.

If the WH-1000XM6 are out of your price range, go for a more budget-friendly option. The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are surprisingly great for a pair of headphones under $100, and right now you can get them for just $41.99.

Check out our full review of the Sony WH-1000XM6.

More headphones deals

• JLab JBuds Lux ANC — $41.99 $79.99 (save $38)

• Sony WH-CH520 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)

• Soundcore Q30 — $55.99 $79.99 (save $24)

• Sony WH-CH720N — $98 $179.99 (save $81.99)

• Sennheiser Accentum — $99.95 $189.95 (save $90)

• JBL Live 770NC — $119.94 $199.95 (save $80.01)

• Sony ULT Wear — $140.76 $249.99 (save $109.23)

• Beats Studio Pro — $159.99 $349.99 (save $190)

• Marshall Monitor III — $248.99 $379.99 (save $131)

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 — $249.95 $449.95 (save $200)

• Bose QuietComfort — $249 $349 (save $100)

• Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — $274.99 $399 (save $124.01)

• Sonos Ace — $299 $399 (save $100)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 — $529.99 $549 (save $19.01)

Best earbuds deal Sony WF-C710N $88 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $41.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

As much as I love a good pair of premium earbuds, I'm less in love with the idea of paying over $200 for quality ANC and sound when you can get that for much, much cheaper. For day-to-day use, I often find myself reaching for the Sony WF-C710N earbuds. They have great battery life, a compact case for easy portability, really solid ANC, and a rounded sound profile worthy of the Sony name. Mashable contributor Alex Bracetti called them the best Sony earbuds you can get for under $100 (when they're on sale), and I'm comfortable saying they're some of the best earbuds under $100, period.

Check out our full review of the Sony WF-C710N.

More earbuds deals

• CMF Buds 2a — $24.65 $39 (save $15.35)

• JBL Vibe Beam — $29.94 $49.95 (save $20.01)

• Sony WF-C510 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)

• Nothing Ear (a) — $58.99 $109 (save $50.01)

• Nothing Ear — $77 $129 (save $52)

• OnePlus Buds 4 — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE — $121.12 $149.99 (save $28.87 with on-page coupon)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $169 $229 (save $60)

• Soundcore Sleep A30 Special sleep earbuds — $179.99 $199.99

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Technics EAH-AZ100 — $247.99 $299.99 (save $52)

• Sony WF-1000XM6 — $298 $329.99 (save $31.99)

Best open earbuds deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $198 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $31.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

People love the Bose Ultra Open earbuds, but the Sony LinkBuds Clip are just as comfortable, sound at least as good, and at their full price, cost about $70 cheaper than the Bose buds. I have testing samples of both on my desk, and I find myself reaching for the Sony buds more.

On sale, they're over $100 cheaper than the Bose Ultra earbuds. Mashable contributor Simon Cohen deemed these earbuds a Mashable Selects winner, which means they're a favorite of the Mashable team. This sale price of $198 marks their biggest discount ever, and the first time they've ever gone below $200. For earbuds that just launched in January, that's not too shabby.

Check out our full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

More open earbuds deals

• Soundcore V20i — $26.99 $49.99 (save $23)

• Soundcore C50i — $39.98 $69.99 (save $30.01)

• Baseus Bowie MC1 Pro — $47.49 $89.99 (save $42.50)

• EarFun Clip — $48.98 $69.99 (save $21.01)

• Nothing Ear(Open) — $98.99 $149 (save $50.01)

• Shokz OpenSwim Pro — $139.94 $179.95 (save $40.01)

• Shokz OpenRun Pro — $159.95 $179.95 (save $20)

• Shokz OpenDots ONE — $159.94 $199.95 (save $40.01)

• Bose Ultra Open — $229 $299 (save $70)

Among passionate TikTok communities, BookTok, may be the most influential.

BookTok is where book lovers and e-reader obsessives to come together to discuss their favorite books and device hacks. For readers who use e-readers, Kindle, Kobo, and Boox lead the charge as the most popular devices, so it's notable when a new device goes viral. "Mini Kindles" appear to be the latest device to cause a stir on BookTok, with hundreds of videos showcasing the tiny e-readers.

On TikTok, searching for "mini Kindle" (or "mini Kindle pods") brings up dozens of user videos showing someone walking into a Barnes & Noble or Target and then cutting to an unboxing of a so-called "mini Kindle". As someone who tests e-readers for a living, this confused me.

I have no reason to believe these e-readers are actually being purchased at Barnes & Noble, nor do they have any apparent affiliation with Amazon Kindles.

In fact, the devices being hyped in these videos appear to be sold by the users who post them.

In a since-deleted video, user @aurealeaf directs viewers to the website NovaLeaf, where the "NovaLeaf Mini Kindle" is listed. (Editor's note: As of this writing, the @aurealeaf account is no longer available.) Another user, @hydro_scope, directs viewers to their website with a listing for a NOVA Mini Pink Kindle. Both devices claim to be pocket-sized e-readers under the Kindle name, despite no affiliation with Amazon.

We reached out to both @aurealeaf and @hydro_scope, and we'll update this post if we receive a response.

Are mini Kindle pods actually Kindles?

These mini Kindles do not seem to be actual Kindle e-readers or associated with Amazon at all, nor does Amazon sell any mini version of the Kindle e-readers. We reached out for comment from Amazon and have not heard back at the time of publication.

By performing reverse image searches on Nova and NovaLeaf websites, I found that the "mini Kindles" listed for sale there are visual matches for devices manufactured by a company called Oilsky. They appear to be 4-inch touchscreen MP3 and 1080p video players. With built-in access to the Google Play store, the Kindle app is available to download onto the device; however, that appears to be the only connection to Amazon.

The Oilsky MP3 player and copycat versions are currently listed on Amazon. These TikTok-based sellers have their mini Kindles listed for $79.99, about $10 more than the direct Oilsky listing on Amazon. Oilsky MP3 players are not listed for sale at Barnes & Noble or Target.

In short, the viral TikTok videos are using the word "Kindle" to refer to any e-reader-like device and may be at risk of legal action from Amazon.

As of this writing, the @aurealeaf TikTok account is no longer available.

While HBO Max revels in the success of hits like The Pitt, Industry, and newcomer DTF St. Louis (all of which we've written about and that you should totally get into), the streamer has a deep, award-winning catalog we still love to mine.

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale Apple Watch deals: Best Apple Watch Series 11 Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $299.00 (save $100) Get Deal Best Apple Watch SE 3 Deal Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $219.00 (save $30) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Ultra Deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm) $499 (save $300) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is now well underway and will run all the way through March 31. For Apple users, these sale events are always super exciting — it's a rare chance to snag a device for significantly less. Indeed, we're seeing discounts on everything from MacBooks to AirPods. So, if you've been hoping to get your hands on a brand-new smartwatch but refuse to pay full price, several Apple Watch models are on sale right now, with savings of up to $300.

While Apple's Series 11 and SE 3 are getting attention for being the newest models, a few last-generation models deserve a spotlight during this Big Spring Sale. This is because you can pick up the Apple Watch SE 2 for just $189 (save $60), or the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $499 (save $300). If you don't mind an older model, they might be the way to go.

We're keeping this page updates with the live deals all weekend and through March 31. The following models are the best Apple Watch deals you can shop today (and they're all still in stock). So far, Amazon has the best prices, but we're also checking Best Buy, Target, and Walmart in case we see price drops that rival the current best deals on the market. e've got you covered for the best Apple Watch deals through the Big Spring Sale.

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Note: You don't need to be a Prime member to shop the sale, but Prime members will receive exclusive deals on a variety of items.

Best Apple Watch Series 11 deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $299 at Amazon
$399 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

A $100 discount on the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 drops it to a record-low price, making it the perfect time to grab what our Tech Editor, Timothy Beck Werth, calls the "Best Apple Upgrade." Mashable's Stan Schroeder agrees, noting the battery life alone is worth the jump. "Even if you already have a Series 10, which has nearly all the same features, the new Apple Watch Series 11 doesn’t require you to charge it mid-day in order to keep it going through the night," he writes.

More Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) — $329 $429 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $649 $799 (save $150)

Best Apple Watch SE deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $219 at Amazon
$249 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

If you just want a reliable smartwatch without paying for features you won't use, the Apple Watch SE 3 is the way to go. We named it the "Best for Most People" in our smartwatch guide because it packs the exact same S10 chip as the Ultra 3 and the same water resistance as the Series 11 — "all for $150 less than the Series 11."

Now that the Big Spring Sale is in full swing, the 40mm model is down to $219, saving you $30. It’s also not the only configuration on sale right now. We've rounded up a few other discounted SE 3 models below so you can pick your preferred setup and still save some cash.

More Apple Watch SE deals

• Apple Watch SE 2 (GPS, 40mm) — $189 $249 (save $60)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 44mm) — $249 $279 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) — $269 $299 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) — $249 $329 (save $80)

Last-generation Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch Series 9 (GPS + Cellular, 45mm) — $419 $799 (save $370)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $498.99 $799 (save $300.01)

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Cellular, 49mm) — $499 $799 (save $300)

Looking for smartwatches that don't fall under the Apple umbrella? Check out our full list of Big Spring Sale fitness tracker deals.