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These Bambu Lab and Prime Day 3D-printing deals are perfect for beginners

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:49

Prime Day is full of discounts across all categories, but maker hobbies are especially benefited by the discounts and deals. 3D printing is seeing a number of fantastic sales across all categories, from the printers themselves to filaments, tools, and more. Here are the best Prime Day 3D printing deals that I've found so far.

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Your vehicle owner's manual has hidden money-saving sections that most ignore

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:45

The owner's manual is one of the most useful documents you have and one of the most underutilized aspects of car ownership. Tucked in the glovebox from the day you drive off the lot, it covers maintenance schedules, tire inflation specs, fuel requirements, and warranty terms that can directly affect what you spend over time.

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Claude Code isn't good at everything, but it's amazing at these 5 tasks

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:30

AI is not ready to take over people's jobs, despite the propaganda you hear. It's simply not smart. However, it is a highly advanced generative tool, and with the right approach, you can leverage it where it's strong. I cover how you should use Claude to get the most out of it.

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Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle, and more Amazon deals

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:15

Amazon's annual Prime Day sale runs from June 23-26 this year. That's right, Amazon has shifted the event from mid-July to late June.

Without a doubt, Prime Day 2026 will be one of the biggest sales events on the shopping calendar, second only to Black Friday. This huge event will go hard on just about every category: You can expect significant savings on Apple MacBooks, limited-time price cuts on Bose headphones, and all-time lows on Samsung OLED TVs. Our professional deal hunters are ready and waiting to help you save, and we'll be cross-checking prices at Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Walmart to make sure you get the lowest prices.

We've lined up all the best deals from Prime Day. Keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest live updates, price drops, low-stock alerts, and news from the Mashable shopping team.

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Amazon Prime Day is here: We found 55+ deals on Apple, Sony, Ninja, and Lego favorites

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:14
The best Amazon Prime Day deals: Best Apple deal Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Best headphones deal Sony WH-CH520 $29.99 at Amazon (save $40) Get Deal Best Echo Deal Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at Amazon (save $35) Get Deal Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) $144.99 at Amazon (save $55) Get Deal Best DJI deal DJI Mini 3 $269 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker $349.99 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop $449.99 at Amazon (save $350) Get Deal Best portable power station deal Bluetti Elite 30 V2 Portable Power Station 600W $199 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best TV deal Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K Smart TV $1,197.99 at Amazon (save $500) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer Set $119.99 at Amazon (save $40) Get Deal

Prime Day 2026 is here. After weeks of early deals and so many TV commercials, Amazon's flagship summer sale has officially kicked off. If you're a Prime member, this is your opportunity to save on almost anything, from boring household essentials like dish soap to big-ticket splurges like a new 65-inch TV. If you're not sure where to start, we've gathered all of the best Prime Day deals, including unprecedented price drops on the entire Apple Watch lineup, Sony headphones, and Ninja kitchen appliances.

Prime Day usually takes place in July, but this year, Amazon decided to shake things up and run the sale in June. So, if you haven't already heard the news, Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs from June 23 to 26. The timing may have changed, but we're still seeing the same great seasonal savings on products from Apple, DJI, Dyson, Lego, and Samsung.

SEE ALSO: The top 30+ Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by a tech editor on a budget

Mashable shopping experts are closely monitoring the latest discounts and collecting all of the top Prime Day deals into this one-stop shopping guide, so keep checking back for new deals. We're also tracking prices at competing sales from Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and beyond, and we'll make sure we're always pointing you to the lowest possible price.

Deals marked with a ✅ are Mashable editor favorites. Deals marked with a strikethrough are no longer available.

Best Prime Day Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) ✅ $199 at Amazon
$249 Save $50   Get Deal

We're obviously hunting for the best Apple deals during Prime Day, and so far, the winner seems to be the Apple Watch SE 3. We've praised this smartwatch for its battery upgrades and always-on display, which were previously the main reasons to spend more on a Series 10 or 11. This affordable Apple Watch is back to its lowest-ever price for Prime Day, as are its more expensive siblings.

Apple Watch dealsAirPods dealsiPad dealsMacBook dealsBest Prime Day headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 ✅ $198 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal

The best deal on headphones goes to the Sony WH-1000XM5s, an older pair of flagship cans that we still love and recommend. ("They [have] unbeatable ANC and sound for the money, and even in 2026, they sound shockingly good," writes Bethany Allard, our resident headphones expert.) Normally $399.99, they're marked down to just $198 for Prime Day — a 50% savings and their lowest price ever.

More headphones dealsMore earbuds dealsBest Prime Day Amazon device deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal

Amazon's latest Echo devices, the Echo Dot Max and Echo Studio, have both hit new, all-time low prices this Prime Day. But the biggest discount is going to the Echo Spot, its smart alarm clock. This tiny speaker sits compactly on nightstands but provides everything you need to start your morning, including a weather report and tunes to get you out of bed.

You can now get the Amazon Echo Spot for just $44.99. That saves you $35 off its $79.99 price tag for a 44% discount.

More Echo dealsMore Amazon device dealsBest Prime Day Kindle deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) $144.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $55   Get Deal

Our resident e-reader expert, Samantha Mangino, counts the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition as her daily driver. She likes its ample storage, auto-adjusting light, wireless charging, and lack of lockscreen ads. Right now, it's on sale for just $144.99 (normally $199.99) — the same price as a regular Paperwhite with its default ads removed, which has half the storage. It's never been cheaper before.

More Kindle dealsBest Prime Day DJI deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal

DJI's entire fleet of gadgets is on sale this Prime Day, and this deal on its DJI Mini 3 is a standout. Amazon has it discounted to $269, or 36% off — its lowest price ever. (It was $30 more expensive during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in March.) This lightweight entry-level drone can shoot 4K video and fly for almost 40 minutes on a single charge.

More DJI drone dealsDJI camera dealsDJI creator tools on saleBest Prime Day home and kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja 5-Quart Air Fryer $89.98 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $40.01   Get Deal

Here's a summer hack to keep your house cool: Don't turn on the oven. That doesn't mean only eating cold salads all summer. What you really need is an air fryer. The Cuisinart 2.6-Quart Air Fryer is on sale for just $59.95 this Prime Day, saving you $30.

More kitchen dealsHome dealsBest Prime Day speaker deal Sonos Era 300 $379.99 at Amazon
$479 Save $99.01   See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy See It at Walmart

Whether you're hosting summer movie nights or dinner parties, or if you want to upgrade your home's audio, the Prime Day speaker deals sound very good indeed. In particular, we're recommending this deal on the Sonos Era 300 wireless speaker. With support for Dolby Atmos and Alexa, it provides an instant audio upgrade for any living space.

More speaker dealsBest Prime Day power station deals Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $219 at Amazon
$299 Save $80   Get Deal

Ready for summer adventures? If you're gearing up to pack the car and head into nature, don't forget to invest in a portable power station to keep your campsite powered. Plus, it can serve as an at-home power backup in an emergency.

Prime Day and Black Friday are the best times of year to buy these popular devices, and you can often find savings of 50% or more on Mashable-tested brands like Anker, Jackery, and Bluetti. If you're looking to buy your first-ever power station, an affordable new model from Bluetti is on sale.

More portable power station dealsBest Prime Day TV deals Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV $1,197.99 at Amazon
$1,697.99 Save $500   Get Deal

Enjoying the World Cup? If you want to watch every heart-racing moment in 4K and your TV isn't up to par, then look for Prime Day deals on award-winning OLED and Micro RGB TVs. Case in point: the Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K Smart TV, on sale now. Normally $1,697.99, it's down to $1,197.99, saving you $500. That's a new all-time low price.

More TV dealsBest Prime Day vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop $449.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $350   Get Deal

Mashable's resident vacuum guru, Leah Stodart, named the Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop the best affordable vacuum-and-mop combo. Despite its budget price, Stodart says it's the most heavy-duty robot mop you'll find, delivering spotless cleans. Get the Eufy C28 for just $449.99 during Prime Day. That's the vacuum's lowest price ever, offering $350 in savings.

More robot vacuum dealsMore vacuum dealsUpholstery cleaner dealsBest Prime Day Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer Set $119.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal

Lately, we've been loving Star Wars Lego sets, and this epic Star Destroyer kit is down to its best-ever price at Amazon. If you're a Prime member and a Star Wars fan, you can pick up this 1,555-piece set for $119, a 30% discount. And if you're looking for more Lego sets, check out our complete guide to the best Prime Day Lego deals.

More Lego dealsBest Prime Day fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Oura Oura Ring 4 $259 at Amazon
$499 Save $240 Rings start at $214.70, depending on the finish Get Deal

Oura just upgraded its smart ring in the Oura Ring 5. It's 40 percent thinner and even more accurate than its predecessor, but if those factors aren't all that important to you, we suggest sticking with the Oura Ring 4. Why? Because it's nearly 50% off right now at Amazon, and it's been our favorite smart ring since its release.

More fitness tracker deals

Note: For Apple Watch deals, scroll back up to the Apple section of this story.

Still haven't found what you're looking for? Check out our Prime Day 2026 live blog, where we're providing real-time updates on the latest deals, inventory changes, and competitor sales.

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3 excellent new HBO Max programs to watch this week (June 22-28)

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 22:00

Well, the dragons officially landed on HBO Max last Sunday, and if your social feeds look anything like mine, they’re currently boiling over with Targaryens. But nobody can live on dragon fire alone—sometimes you need a palate cleanser, something the family can watch, or a documentary to feed your brain. Happily, HBO Max still has a few tricks up its sleeve for June, with exactly that kind of content.

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Forget Prime Day, Home Depot has a better Ryobi battery deal

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:59

If you bought some new Ryobi tools during Memorial Day or Father's Day sales events but need more battery packs, we have some good news. Don't try shopping on Amazon for Prime Day, and instead, head to Home Depot, where the hardware store has all sorts of deals you won't want to miss.

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The 35+ best Prime Day tech deals, according to a tech editor on a budget

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:57
The best Prime Day tech deals: Day one Best overall Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179.99 at Amazon (save $179.01) Get Deal Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon (save $35) Get Deal Best Apple laptop deal so far Apple MacBook Air, 13 inches (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best Deal Under $50 Anker Smart Display Charger, 45W $25.99 at Amazon (save $15) Get Deal Best portable power station deal Jackery Explorer v2 Power Station, 1070Wh $399.99 at Amazon (save $399.01) Get Deal Best Samsung TV Deal Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV $697.99 at Amazon (save $400) Get Deal First-Ever Discount Apple AirTag 2 (4-pack) $89 at Amazon (save $10) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Blink Mini Camera $9.99 at Amazon (save $15) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Get Deal For Music Lovers Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable $248 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal

I'm Mashable's tech editor, and I love my job. I get to test the coolest new tech products before anyone else, and I basically get paid to nerd out over the latest noise-cancelling headphones, smart glasses, and laptops. All year long, I've been reporting on price hikes, but for Prime Day 2026, I can finally write about price drops.

In this guide, I'm sharing all of the best Prime Day tech deals. Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs from June 23 to June 26, and the Mashable shopping team will be providing round-the-clock coverage of the sale. Only the best deals — the ones I'd recommend to friends and family or shop myself — end up on this page.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle, and more Amazon deals

Mashable also goes a step further than merely collecting deals. We also check competing sales at sites like Best Buy, Dyson, and Target to make sure Amazon really has the lowest price. Finally, we use price tracking tools to separate the great deals from the pretenders.

So, with all this in mind, here are the best Prime Day tech deals of 2026. I've personally tested many of these products, but I'm also leaning on recommendations from our tech and shopping teams.

Record-low prices on the latest Apple Watches

The latest generation of Apple Watches offered some big upgrades, and Prime Day has delivered the best-ever deal on the Apple Watch Series 11. This smartwatch has a longer battery and other key upgrades over its predecessor, and our reviewer named it a Mashable Choice product. However, if you want to go all-out on the new Apple Watch Ultra 3, this premier fitness and sleep-tracking smartwatch is also on sale at an all-time low price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 3 $649 at Amazon
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Save up to 50% on Bose headphones

Bose makes the most comfortable headphones in the world, according to both our readers and product testers. On day one of Prime Day, you can save 50% on the Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones. While the brand's flagship QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) headphones are on sale for $70 off, we're hoping prices will go lower on those particular cans.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179.99 at Amazon
$359 Save $179.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $129 at Amazon
$179 Save $50   Get Deal Kindles starting at $85

Our favorite Kindles rarely go on sale, but you can always count on Prime Day for some discounts on these popular e-readers. For Prime Day, you can buy Kindle e-readers starting at $84.99, and the Kindle Paperwhite — our most-recommended Kindle and the one I use personally — is back to its record-low price of $124.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $84.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $25   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal Save $150 on the new MacBook Air

I tested the M5 MacBook Air for Mashable when it was released earlier this year, and the longer I use it, the more I like it. If you've been waiting for Prime Day to buy this Apple laptop, then I have good news and bad news. The good news is it's on sale for $949. The bad news: Over Memorial Day Weekend, we saw prices drop to $899. So, if you can wait a little longer, you can wait for a further price drop later in the week.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple MacBook Air M5 $949 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $150   Get Deal Anker wall chargers starting at $25.99

Looking for the best Prime Day deals under $50? I've got you.

I never travel without my Anker Prime GaN wall charger, which can charge my laptop, my phone, and earbuds at the same time. If that's overkill, you can also grab Anker's most adorable wall charger with a built-in display for just $25.99 this Prime Day.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Prime GaN Charger, 100W $37.98 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $32.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Smart Display Charger, 45W $25.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal The best Apple AirPods deals

We were hoping to see slightly better Prime Day deals on AirPods, and prices could still go lower on the AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. But we can recommend shopping the AirPods Max 2 headphones and AirPods 4 at the current prices. The AirPods Max 2 have never been this cheap, though there is a slight chance the AirPods 4 will get another price drop later in the week.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones $399 at Amazon
$549 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 wireless earbuds $99 at Amazon
$129 Save $30   Get Deal Get 50% off Jackery power stations

I've loved Jackery power stations long before they became the trendy new "it" product. For creators, campers, and anyone with a safety-first mindset, these popular orange power stations keep you powered on when everyone else is off-grid. The best Prime Day tech deals always include massive savings on power stations, and this is my top pick of the sale so far.

Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer v2 Power Station, 1070Wh $399.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $399.01   Get Deal Record-low prices on Samsung TVs

I've been recommending Samsung's famous art TVs, The Frame, for many years, and they keep getting better. For Prime Day 2026, you can get these cult-favorite, ultra-thin TVs on sale at Amazon for their lowest-ever price. And if you want to splurge on a Samsung OLED TV instead, you can grab the brand's award-winning S90F OLED 65-inch TV for 29% off its list price.

Please note: As of this writing, this Amazon listing incorrectly displays a picture of the more expensive The Frame Pro model.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV (2025) $697.99 at Amazon
$1,097.99 Save $400   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung S90F 65-inch OLED 4K TV $1,197.99 at Amazon
$1,697.99 Save $500   Get Deal Best Prime Day TV deals under $500

If a premium Samsung OLED TV isn't in your budget, I feel you. It's not in mine at the moment, either. However, despite all the price hikes we've seen in 2026, prices on 55- and 65-inch TVs keep getting lower, and not just during big sales like this.

For Prime Day 2026, grab the new Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series Fire TV, which comes with Amazon's new art mode. You can also score an insane price on the Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series Fire TV $279.95 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $180.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV $379.99 at Amazon
$478 Save $98.01   Get Deal 50% off Fire TV Stick Deals

The best Prime Day tech deals always include savings on the Fire TV stick streaming devices, which start at just $15.99. If you're not ready to buy a new smart TV, then upgrade your older model TV with these streaming sticks. During the Amazon sale, these devices are on sale for up to 54% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $15.99 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $19   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $49.99 at Amazon
  Get Deal Prime Day deals on Sony headphones

The past-gen Sony XM5 headphones have 95% of the same features as the new flagship XM6 headphones, but during Prime Day, they have a much lower price. So, if you want to enjoy Sony's premium sound and best-in-class active noise cancellation, you can pick up these headphones for under $200. You can also grab the recently released XM6 wireless earbuds for their lowest price ever.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $265.99 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $64   Get Deal DJI creator tools on sale

Mashable readers and reviewers alike appreciate DJI's cult-favorite creator tools. The brand makes some of the most popular gadgets for professional content creators, and no DJI products are more popular than the TikTok-famous DJI Mic Mini and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal camera. I've personally tested both of these devices for Mashable, and their reputation is well-deserved.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Gimbal Camera $378 at Amazon
$499 Save $121   Get Deal Top Dyson deals

For the best Prime Day Dyson deals, we actually recommend skipping Amazon altogether. Dyson is hosting a very competitive sale at its online store, where you can find our favorite Dyson products at the lowest prices we've seen. If you've always wanted a fancy Dyson stick vacuum with the laser attachment, grab the V12 Detect Slim for $250 off. I'm also a huge fan of the original Dyson Supersonic hair dryer, which I've relied on for years. This week, you can pick it up with three attachments for $279.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum $479.99 at Dyson
$729.99 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $279.99 at Dyson
$399.99 Save $120   Get Deal Deals on Apple AirTags 1 and 2

The new Apple AirTags 2 just got their first-ever discount at Amazon, though it's not a very big one. Still, you can grab these long-range trackers for $24 (or $89 for a 4-pack). However, if you really want to save, then head to Amazon-associated retailer Woot, where you can score a four-pack of the original AirTags 1 for $69.99 — while supplies last, which they won't.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 2 tracker $24 at Amazon
$29 Save $5   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 2 (4-pack) $89 at Amazon
$99 Save $10   Get Deal Blink Mini cameras starting at $9.99, somehow

Looking for Prime Day deals under $25? You can't do much better than this Blink Mini indoor security camera for just $9.99. That's so cheap we have to wonder if Amazon is selling it as a loss, or if the company has achieved Apple Tim Cook levels of supply chain wizardry. Either way, you can grab this Amazon brand's security cameras to protect your home inside and out.

Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Mini $9.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $15.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Outdoor 4 camera $27.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $52   Get Deal DJI drone deals

Because DJI drones have been officially banned in the United States, you can only buy these popular drones from third-party sellers on Amazon. However, if you're willing to risk it, you can score some great deals on these drones, which have professional-quality cameras but controls that are simple enough for beginners.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 Drone $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal Theragun Relief by Therabody

The massage gun craze has died down, but these percussive massagers are still beloved by athletes at all levels. This Prime Day lightning deal lets you grab one of the newest Therabody massagers for under $100, but for one day only.

Opens in a new window Credit: Therabody Theragun Relief $96.50 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $63.49   Get Deal A power station with solar panels

When you add solar panels to a portable power station, you transform these devices into eco-friendly generators. For backyard powerups or RV camping, this Mashable-tested power station is one of our favorites, and during Prime Day, you can bundle it with a foldable 400W solar panel.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station + 400W Solar Panel $799 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $300   Get Deal Sony's new Bluetooth turntable

My colleague Haley Henschel reviewed Sony's newest wireless record player, which was released in the spring. For Prime Day, this trending product got its first big price drop, with a cool $100 discount. This record player is a good choice for vinyl newbies and moderate collectors, and it's easy to use. For more, check out our full review.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable $248
$348 Save $100   Get Deal Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game bundle

Technically, this isn't a Prime Day deal, as the new Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle first launched a few weeks ago. But absent a compelling offer from Nintendo, this is the best Prime Day video game deal of the moment. This bundle lets you choose between three popular games to bundle with the gaming console. Remember: The Switch 2 is getting a price hike later this year, so don't miss your chance to save.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon
  Learn More Shark's personal fan

My colleague, Samantha Mangino, tested the Shark ChillPill and found that it's a great little device, but too expensive to recommend at full price. During Prime Day, the ChillPill has gotten a slight discount of $20, knocking the price down to $129.99, which still isn't amazing, but it's the lowest price we've seen to date.

Shark ChillPill $129.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $20   Get Deal at Amazon Amazon Echo Show 11

Amazon devices always get big discounts during the retailer's sales events. In fact, I don't know why you'd buy Echo devices any other time of year. The newest Amazon smart display is currently 32% off for Prime members.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Show 11 smart display $149.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $70   Get Deal
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Your Pixel Watch works better offline than you'd think—here's how you should actually use it

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:45

Ever wanted to leave your phone at home when you head out on a run? You can — and there are plenty of things your Google Pixel Watch can do offline, even when your phone is left behind. From navigation to safety, there are several features that will still work on your smartwatch, without relying on your mobile. Here are a few things you may not know your Pixel Watch can do all on its own.

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Build your first homelab without breaking the bank with these Prime Day deals

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:38

If you've been looking at starting a homelab, but have been waiting for the perfect time, Prime Day is it. There are so many great homelab deals out there for Prime Day to explore. From discounted NAS servers to mini PCs and even networking gear, here are the homelab deals that stood out to me on Prime Day 2026.

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Our favorite kitchen gadgets are on sale for Prime Day: Shop Ninja Slushi, Breville espresso machines, air fryers

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:37
The best Prime Day kitchen deals at a glance Best air fryer deal Ninja Crispi 5-in-1 Glass Air Fryer (3 containers included) $169.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Best ice cream maker deal Black+Decker Ice Cream Maker $129.99 at Amazon (save $90) Get Deal Best blender deal Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best stand mixer deal KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer $379.99 at Amazon (save $120) Get Deal Best espresso machine deal Breville Barista Express $499.95 at Amazon (save $193.04) Get Deal Best frozen treat maker deal Ninja Slushi $199.99 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best non-toxic cookware swap deal Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Stainless Steel Pots and Pans 11-Piece Set $119.95 at Amazon (save $90) Get Deal Best ice maker deal Silonn Nugget Ice Maker $249.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal

Warm weather has a way of inspiring us in the kitchen. Whether we're trying to recreate a delicious dish from vacation or recreate the vibes of an outdoor happy hour at home, summer is a great time to upgrade your kitchen gadget lineup. And Prime Day is a great time to buy the kitchen gadget you've been eyeing on sale.

SEE ALSO: Why did Amazon Prime Day shift to June? Here's what the company has said (and not said).

Prime Day 2026 officially runs from June 23 to 26, and Amazon has an incredible lineup of kitchen sales from Ninja, Instant Pot, Breville, KitchenAid, and more live on the first day. We've gathered the best Prime Day kitchen deals on air fryers, blenders, coffee makers, and more below, many of which match (or beat) record-low pricing from Amazon's spring sale.

Best Amazon kitchen deal overall Black+Decker Ice Cream Maker $129.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $90   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

We're pro Ninja frozen treat makers here at Mashable, but we're also pro dupes when we can find them. At its record-low price of $129.99, Black+Decker's ice cream maker is a solid Ninja Creami dupe to consider. It operates very similarly: Once liquid base ingredients have been mixed and frozen for 24 hours, the ice cream maker whips them into the perfect fluffy texture — regular ice cream, yogurt ice cream, and sorbet are all options. Follow the recipes in the included book or customize your own unique flavors around dietary restrictions or fun mix-ins.

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The best cordless power tool deals on Prime Day: Save on Craftsman, DeWalt, Hoto, and more

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:27
Best early Prime Day deals on cordless power tools: Best DeWalt deal DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit $169 at Amazon (save $80) Get Deal Best Craftsman deal Craftsman V20 Power Tool Combo Kit $299 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal Best Hoto deal Hoto SNAPBLOQ S-A01 3.7V Electric Screwdriver $75.99 at Amazon (save $25) Get Deal

Summer is the ideal time to tackle home DIY projects. The paint will dry quicker, there are more hours of daylight, and maybe even some friends around to help out. If you have a list of home and yard projects to take care of this summer, make sure you have the necessary tools. Nothing sidelines a weekend project quite like realizing you need to run to the hardware store.

SEE ALSO: The best portable power station deals live on Prime Day — shop Jackery, Bluetti, DJI, and more

Lucky for us, Amazon Prime Day has tons of great discounts on cordless power tools. Of course, we expect to see more as Prime Day continues this week. But for now, here are the top deals worth shopping that we've already found this early in the sale.

Best DeWalt deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeWalt DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit $169 at Amazon
$249 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

Perfect for anyone building a new tool collection, the DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit is on sale for $80 off during Prime Day. The kit comes with the 20V compact drill/driver, 20V impact driver, two 20V batteries, a battery charger, and a durable carrying case. Both tools have a built-in LED light, so you'll get a better view for optimal accuracy. The comfort grip with ergonomic design is also a major plus.

Best Craftsman deal Opens in a new window Credit: Craftsman Craftsman V20 Power Tool Combo Kit $299 at Amazon
$369 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

Packing in seven tools, the Craftsman V20 Power Tool Combo Kit is an upgraded starter pack. It comes with a drill/driver, oscillating tool, impact driver, grinder, reciprocating saw, circular saw, and even more. You also get two 20V batteries and a battery charger.

During Prime Day, the Craftsman Power Tool Combo Kit is on sale for $229, down from the normal price of $369.

Best Hoto deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hoto Hoto SNAPBLOQ S-A01 3.7V Electric Screwdriver $75.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $24   Get Deal Why we like it

Hoto makes some excellent cordless tools that are useful to have around any home, even if you're not taking on DIY projects soon. The Hoto SNAPBLOQ S-A01 3.7V Electric Screwdriver is the perfect example, given that it comes with 56 bits to cover every possible scenario. It also has three torque settings and an LED light. Use it to repair your glasses or sunglasses, get access to tiny screws in a watch or your laptop, while still having access to more standard bits.

Hoto says you'll get about 60 minutes of runtime before the cordless electric screwdriver needs to recharge its 800 mAh battery.

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Whatever happened to Ubuntu TV? Where Linux smart TVs are now

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:20

Many of us have dreamed of running Linux on all the things, including our TVs. A decade ago, Ubuntu TV promised to make this a reality. What happened, and are would-be Linux TV viewers out of luck?

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Shop the best Nintendo Switch deals for Prime Day 2026

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:10
The best early Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals Best early Prime Day Nintendo Switch Deal Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle $499 Get Deal Best early Prime Day Nintendo Switch game deal Star Fox $49.94 (Save $10.04) Get Deal Best early Prime Day Nintendo Switch accessory deal 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $51.28 (Save $18.70) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is here once again, and there are plenty of deals on offer for anyone with a Nintendo Switch on their wishlist. Several of our favorite Switch and Switch 2 games and accessories are discounted right now, with more to come.

The four-day sale kicked off today, with a wide selection of goodies to claim, including a bundle with the actual console itself. The Switch 2 turns one this month and is set for a price increase to $499.99 on September 1 rather than a cut. The real savings you'll find right now are on games and accessories.

Ready to shop? We've curated the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals here for you to add to your cart right now. We'll keep this guide updated as the sale goes on, so keep checking back to find the best Switch and Switch 2 discounts like the ones below.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon
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While technically not a "deal" in the sense that you'll save money for Prime Day, this bundle is a good way to pick up both a Nintendo Switch 2 and the game of your choice out of a decent selection. You get the console itself, Joy-Con controllers, and games like Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Kart World, and Donkey Kong Bananza with the bundle, so you can get started playing right away. With a 7.9-inch LCD touch screen, three play modes, and backwards compatibility with most Nintendo Switch titles, it's well worth picking up, especially given the price hike coming in September.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Star Fox $49.94 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $10.05   Get Deal Why we like it

This remake of the Nintendo classic is out this week, and you can go ahead and save on it before its release. Hurtle through space on a fast and furious adventure with Fox, Slippy, Peppy, and Falco as you experience this new take on the Star Fox 64 story. It has new fully-voiced dialogue, a new orchestral soundtrack, and completely new graphics for a whole new generation. You can also invite a second player to join you on your adventures.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $51.28 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $18.71   Get Deal Why we like it

This excellent Pro Controller alternative is much cheaper at the moment, and it'll get the job done with style and panache. It has special joysticks with better precision, higher sensitivity, and improved durability so no matter what game you're into, you know it'll feel great to play. It also features an integrated charging dock so you can always stay charged up, no matter what kind of schedule you keep. Plus, it has a slew of customizable features you can change up for different games, offering a much more bombastic experience than a Joy-Con controller.

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The best Walmart Summer Deals to shop during Prime Day

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:05
The best Walmart Summer Deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal Best gaming deal Acer Nitro 60 N60-651-UR21 Gaming PC $898 (save $551.99) Get Deal Best headphones deal Beats Studio Pro $132.05 (save $217.94) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs June 23 through 26, which means Walmart's competing sale is also here. Walmart announced its anti-Prime Day Deals Event will overlap Amazon's (shocker) and runs all week, finishing at 11:59 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 28. You can peruse all the deals both in stores and online.

After some digging, I've rounded up the best discounts on Apple gear, TVs, gaming peripherals, and more in the Walmart Summer Deals Event.

You can also pick up a 50% discount on Walmart+ for a limited time, bringing the price down to just $49 for a year.

Deals marked with a strikethrough are no longer available.

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3 registry hacks I always use on a fresh Windows 11 install

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:02

Windows 11 has improved dramatically since it was first released, mostly because Microsoft has slowly implemented changes based on user feedback. Despite those gains, there are still some glaring issues I have with the Windows 11. Luckily, they can be fixed with a few easy registry tweaks.

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The best Pokémon deals to grab over Prime Day — save over $25 on the Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:01

Amazon's Prime Day sale has officially started, kicking off several days of discounts across tech, home essentials, gaming accessories, and, most importantly for collectors, Pokémon cards, games, toys, and merch.

Now that the four-day shopping event is live, Amazon has opened up a much bigger wave of offers than the early deals we were seeing. However, Pokémon discounts tend to move faster than most Prime Day markdowns. TCG releases can sell out as soon as they drop below the usual market price.

Whether you're hunting booster packs from the newest trading card game sets, picking up a Nintendo Switch title, or adding a few gifts to your basket, Mashable has sifted through Amazon to find the Pokémon offers worth buying before they sell out or climb again.

Here are the best Prime Day deals available right now.

Best Pokémon card deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box $92.55 at Amazon
$118.99 Save $26.44   Get Deal Why we like it

Still one of the most in-demand expansions from the Mega Evolution set, getting over $26 off the Pokémon TCG’s Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box — now only $92.55 — is a fantastic buy for Amazon shoppers on Prime Day. 

Far below its initial $118.99 list price, this box gets you nine Chaos Rising booster packs, a full-art foil Fennekin promo card, card sleeves, Energy cards, dice, a coin, a collector’s box, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. Among those nine, you still have a chance at pulling one of its high-value chase cards (available to buy separately at TCGplayer) — including SIR Mega Greninja ex, Mega Hyper Rare Mega Greninja ex, Cinccino ex, SIR Mega Dragalge ex, and SIR Mega Floette ex. 

Amazon isn’t the cheapest place to buy it today, with Walmart at $87.88 and TCGplayer listings from $77.98, but this is still a great Prime Day pick if you prefer to buy your trading cards from Amazon.  

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This Toyota SUV is more luxurious than a Mercedes (and its not a Lexus)

How-To Geek - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:00

Luxury SUVs have become bigger, more powerful, and more technologically advanced than ever before, but they have also become incredibly expensive. It isn't unusual for a well-equipped midsize model to command a price tag that pushes deep into premium territory, leaving many buyers wondering whether the badge on the hood justifies the extra cost.

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How to watch England vs. Ghana online for free

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 21:00

TL;DR: Live stream England vs. Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to deliver exciting action from top teams. Among the teams in serious contention are England, scoring an emphatic 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening game.

It was a slightly shaky first half, with England twice going ahead thanks to Harry Kane goals — but they twice allowed Croatia to equalize. The second half saw England dismantle Croatia with flashy goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford. Now England play Ghana, a team that also won their opening match, beating Panama 1-0. Whichever team wins this contest will go to the top of Group L and secure a spot in the knockout stages.

If you want to watch England vs. Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is England vs. Ghana?

England vs. Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 4 p.m. ET on June 23. This fixture takes place at the Boston Stadium.

How to watch England vs. Ghana for free

England vs. Ghana in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream England vs. Ghana for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 the UK

  4. Visit BBC iPlayer

  5. Watch England vs. Ghana for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream England vs. Ghana (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including the UK

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to 10 simultaneous connections

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.

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Amazons best Prime Day laptop deals can save you up to $970 (!) on a new PC

Mashable - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 20:59
The best Prime Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Get Deal Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 15-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,229.99 (save $970) Get Deal Best gaming laptop deal Acer Nitro V 16S AI (AMD Ryzen 7 260, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,099.99 (save $300) Get Deal

The ongoing global RAM shortage has led many PC makers to raise their laptop prices this year. Even Apple's MacBooks are at risk of price bumps in the near future. Mercifully, Amazon's annual Prime Day sale is offering some sweet RAMageddon relief this week, slashing prices on select PCs through June 26.

As Mashable's resident expert on all things laptops, I want to note that Amazon carries a much smaller selection of Windows laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks than other major retailers — especially Best Buy, which happens to be running a competing Tech Fest sale this week. I've rounded up Amazon's most worth-it laptop deals below and made sure all of them aren't cheaper elsewhere. But don't feel like you need to be loyal to it just because Prime Day is hogging the spotlight right now.

SEE ALSO: The 35+ best Prime Day tech deals, according to a tech editor on a budget

I'll continue to update the following list with the best Prime Day laptop deals as the sale progresses, so check back often. You can also visit the Mashable shopping team's dedicated Prime Day 2026 hub for all the latest tech price drops from around the web.

Best Prime Day MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $150   Get Deal

Powered by the M5 chip, Apple's sleek MacBook Air is faster than any other Windows laptop at its price point (and even many that are way more expensive). Its overall build quality also smokes most of the competition: It comes equipped with a luxe haptic touchpad, a sharp Liquid Retina display, and 12MP webcam. The 13-inch base model usually costs $1,099 — an already-great deal in this day and age — but it's marked down to just $949 during Prime Day. If it sells out on Amazon, you can find the same discount at Best Buy.

Read Mashable's full review of the M5 Apple MacBook Air.

More MacBook dealsBest Prime Day Windows laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 15-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,229.99 at Amazon
$2,099.99 Save $870.00   Get Deal

We loved the Surface Laptop 7 back when it launched in 2024. While its CPU isn't the freshest anymore, its still impresses as a whole: It features a 23-hour battery life, a microSDXC card slot, and a 2.5K touchscreen that's brighter and smoother than a 15-inch MacBook Air's screen.

Amazon's amazing Prime Day deal on this 15-inch model comes just a week after Microsoft announced the very similar Surface Laptop 8 (which isn't on sale just yet). It's currently listed for just $1,229.99 — a whopping 44% off its regular retail price of $2,099.99. I wouldn't be surprised if it disappears long before Prime Day ends, considering the exact same model sold out at Best Buy after dropping to $1,699.99 there.

Read Mashable's full review of the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

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