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Right now, you can snag the brand-new Apple 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch with the incredibly powerful M4 chip for just $800 on Amazon or on Best Buy's website. That's a massive 20% discount from its original price of $1,000. This is a surprisingly low price for a new MacBook Air with an M4 chip.

SAVE $300: The MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, silver) is on sale at Amazon for $1,499, down from the list price of $1,799. That's a 17% discount.

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And here we are at the end of July. Like every summer, somehow it's flown by and in just a few weeks, the kids (and adults) will head back to the classroom. If you'll be part of that group and you're shopping for a new laptop, check out this great deal at Amazon.

As of July 28, the MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, silver) is on sale for $1,499 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $1,799. That's a 17% discount that shaves $300 off the price.

When it comes to the best MacBook, the Pro is your go-to if you're looking for a splurge-worthy machine. Today's deal on the 2024 model includes the seriously upgraded M4 processor and it comes packed with 16GB RAM and a major 1TB SSB. Just be sure to go with the silver colorway to score the $1,499 sale price.

What's to love about the MacBook Pro? For starters, it has the longest battery life of any MacBook Pro and that's gonna come in handy during long days on campus. The high-quality webcam will be an asset during meetings about group projects, and the speaker system sounds amazing for late-night studying sessions. "With Apple's speediest and most powerful processor to date, the new Pro is game to tackle any task," wrote Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Dylan Haas when comparing MacBook models.

SEE ALSO: The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has hit its lowest-ever price on Amazon — save over $100 right now

While the MacBook Pro does come in a 16-inch model, today's deal applies to the 14.2-inch version. The compact size can be a major benefit if you'll be taking the MacBook back and forth from home to the classroom.

While it's $300 off, upgrade to the powerful MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage. The M4 chip is is speedy and the battery life on the Pro is super impressive. You'll be in great hands for the upcoming school year and many more to come.

Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max might come with some very unexpected camera upgrades.

This is according to MacRumors, which cited a source allegedly familiar with an Apple iPhone ad in the making, which references some of the new features.

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According to the tipster, the new iPhone Pro models will reportedly have an improved telephoto lens with up to 8x optical zoom, up from 5x optical zoom on the iPhone 16 Pro models. The tipster also claims the phones will have a new Camera Control button on the top edge of the phone, which will make it easier to quickly access the camera. If the rumor is accurate, this new button will co-exist with the Camera Control button on the bottom right of the phone, which was introduced with the iPhone 16 models.

Finally, the tipster told MacRumors that Apple will launch a new, pro-oriented camera app for photos and videos, which would be on the level of camera apps such as Halide, Kino, and Filmic Pro. This app could either come as a new, standalone app or an upgrade to the existing Final Cut Camera app.

None of this is official, of course, and should all be taken with a gigantic chunk of salt. The additional Camera Control button, in particular, sounds very fishy to us, as it's a fairly big hardware change we haven't heard of in previous leaks and rumors.

That being said, the new iPhones are expected to come with a redesigned camera system, so it's quite possible that Apple is planning some big upgrades. So far, we've heard that the Pro models will have a triple 48-megapixel camera on the back, as well as video recording improvements.

All will be revealed when Apple officially introduces the new phones, which should happen in September. Until then, fingers crossed?

Action camera company Insta360 has collaborated with partners to launch brand new drone brand Antigravity. Announced on Monday, Antigravity states it will offer the world's first aerial drone with inbuilt 360-degree video capture — and we won't have long to wait. 

SEE ALSO: Insta360 is coming for GoPro with the X5, a new 8K 360-degree action camera Credit: Antigravity

Set to be unveiled in August, few details about Antigravity's debut drone have yet been released. However, the company has stated that the drone will weigh less than 249g, which is about as heavy as the DJI Mini 4K or Mini 4 Pro. Antigravity's drone will also capture 360-degree footage at 8K resolution, just like Insta360's recent X5 camera launched in April. 

Antigravity notes that it has placed emphasis on making its drones intuitive to operate for beginners as well as experts, ensuring users don't need extensive experience with such gadgets.

"Ease of use is the starting point for all Antigravity products," Antigravity said in a press release. "It's for everyone who's ever wanted a drone, but felt it would be too big of an investment for something they may never be able to use to its full potential."

A videography-focused drone brand, Antigravity states that its devices will include safety features such as the capability to detect whether it's carrying a payload, which is intended to "prevent misuse or unauthorized modifications." 

The company further announced the Antigravity Hub, a co-creation program inviting users to offer ideas and feedback on its products. The company states that people who offer suggestions which inspire new products or features "will be rewarded accordingly."

Insta360 previously appealed to drone videographers with 2022's Insta360 Sphere. Designed to be mounted onto a DJI Mavic Air 2 or 2S, the camera enabled users to film 360 aerial video without the drone being visible at all. Now Antigravity hopes to offer such capabilities independently, aiming to dominate the skies and "redefine aerial exploration and storytelling."

Marvel Studios has finally tackled the trickiest superhero ensemble with Fantastic Four: First Steps. The long-awaited film brings the superhuman abilities of the Fantastic family into the Marvel Cinematic Universe—from Mr. Fantastic's stretchy limbs to Johnny Storm's fiery powers. But the comic book heroes haven’t had the best time in terms of movies, having attempted three different casts that ended up being a mess.

Shop new Anker Nano devices New Charging Station Anker Nano Charging Station (7-in-1, 100W) $89.99 Shop Now New Power Bank Anker Nano Power Bank (10K, 45W) $59.99 Shop Now New Power Bank Anker Nano Power Bank (5K, 20W, MagGo) $54.99 Shop Now

Anker just dropped three new chargers in its popular Nano line-up. The Nano collection focuses on portable, streamlined devices that make charging devices a breeze, whether you're at home or on the go.

The drop includes three devices: two power banks and one charging station, all of which deliver quick charging capabilities for multiple devices. Anker makes some of our favorite chargers, so here's everything you need to know about the new Anker Nano devices.

All products are now available for purchase at Anker and Amazon.

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The new Anker Nano charging station brings serious speed to the charging game. It includes three USB-C ports, 1 USB-A port, and three AC outlets within the station. The brand says it can charge a 16-inch MacBook to 50 percent in 33 minutes, a claim we would love to test ourselves.

Notably, the Nano charging station comes with two built-in and retractable USB-C cords. Mashable's tech editor recently reviewed a charger with a retractable cable, and he called for more brands to add this feature. Retractable cables solve the most annoying problem with chargers (the annoying tangle of cords), but they're still pretty rare.

The station also has a screen that displays each port's real-time charging percentage. It has a five-foot AC cord, 300J surge protection, and offers up to 100W power.

The Anker Nano charging station costs $89.99.

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Alongside the charging station comes a new power bank in the Nano collection. The Anker Nano power bank with up to 45W of power. Just over three inches long, it's extremely portable, even including a lanyard for easy toting around. It includes one retractable USB-C cord, so you don't have to worry about forgetting a cord at home.

In addition to the included cord, it also has an additional USB-C port and a USB-A port. It holds 10,000mAh at a time, enough power to charge your device multiple times.

The Anker Nano power bank (10K, 45W) costs $59.99.

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For iPhone users, you can go completely cordless with the latest power bank in the Nano Collection. The last new release from Anker is a slim power bank that charges iPhones through a MagSafe attachment. It's a slim profile, not much bigger than a credit card, and snaps to the back of the phone through MagSafe.

With an included USB-C port, you can also attach a cord for a wired charge too. It supports up to 20W of power and includes temperature control. It's sensitive to heat, and the device will stop charging if its outside shell reaches over 38 degrees Celsius. This feature is common among other MagSafe power banks we've tested from the brand.

This Anker Nano power bank (5K, 20W, MagGo) costs $54.99.

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The trailer for Peacemaker Season 2 dropped on Sunday, and at the time of writing, folks have watched it 6.6 million times on HBO Max's channel and 2.4 million times on DC's channel on YouTube.

The follow-up to James Gunn's lauded Peacemaker series lands with eight episodes at the end of August, heralding the return of John Cena's The Suicide Squad character and the impeccable Season 1 cast.

The teaser, which movingly uses the late Ozzy Osbourne's "Road to Nowhere," teases a storyline revolving around Rick Flag Sr (Frank Grillo), whose son Rick Flag. Jr. was killed by Chris Smith/Peacemaker in The Suicide Squad. But the teaser also suggests we're going to be dabbling in a "parallel world" accessible by interdimensional portals and Chris trying to join the Justice Gang, which means the DCEU crossover with Gunn's recent Superman ain't over.

Peacemaker Season 2 premieres on Aug. 21 on HBO Max.

SAVE $12: As of July 28, the Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant set is on sale for $47.99 at Amazon. That's $12 off its list price of $59.99.

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If the recently-announced Lego Game Boy set caught your eye and you're itching to find more gaming-themed Lego sets to tide you over until it's actually available, Amazon's here to help. Amazon has quite a few Lego sets on sale right now, but this deal on the Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant is one worth checking out if you're into Nintendo.

The Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant is usually listed for $59.99, but you can scoop it up for 20% off right now, down to $47.99. This is only a few cents away from its lowest-ever price of $47.95, so now is as good a time as any to grab it.

SEE ALSO: Score a rare discount on the Lego Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ house set

Recommended for ages 18 and up (though adults can always help out a younger Mario fan), the Super Mario Piranha Plant Lego set comes with 540 pieces. The head, mouth, stalk, and leaves can be posed, which makes this a very fun display piece. It even comes with two coins as a fun little bonus.

Don't miss out on 20% off the Lego Super Mario Piranha Plant at Amazon. And if you're looking for another great Lego set deal at the retailer, the Lego Ideas The Insect Collection set is $16 off right now.

FREE $50 CREDIT: As of July 28, you can redeem a free $50 promotional credit from Amazon when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.

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Amazon's offering a treat for those who are interested in buying the newly released Samsung Galaxy Watch 8. For a limited time — until Aug. 5, to be exact — shoppers can take advantage of a free $50 promotional credit from Amazon when they purchase the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.

If you don't mind dropping $399.99 on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, LTE), this is a great bonus offer to take advantage of. After the watch has shipped, you'll receive an email from Amazon to tell you that the credit has been added to your account, then you're free to redeem and shop away. Again, this offer only lasts until Aug. 5, so don't delay.

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The first smartwatch with Google Gemini, this popular model features a lighter design and boasts plenty of advanced features. This includes Advanced Sleep Coaching to help you maintain a good sleep schedule, a Running Coach to help you prep for your next big race, and even Vascular Load monitoring, which can help you keep an eye on your stress levels.

Don't miss out on this bonus $50 promotional credit from Amazon when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for $399.99. And if you're looking for more smartwatch deals, check out this $100 discount on the Apple Watch Series 10 at Amazon.

Electric vehicles are no longer just city cruisers or commuter cars—they’re quickly becoming the go-to choice for families across the U.S., even with the slight dip in Q2 2025 sales. From compact crossovers to rugged haulers, automakers are all-in on making EVs the new norm across every segment.

Moon enthusiasts, tonight is your night. After days of only slivers of light, there's finally something to see on the moon's surface.

See what's happening tonight, July 28.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Monday, July 28, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent. There's still not much to see tonight, with only 9% of the surface visible to us on Earth (according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation).

It's the fourth day of the lunar cycle, and there are sights to see tonight. With the unaided eye, enjoy a glimpse of the Mare Crisium and the Mare Fecunditatis. Add binoculars or a telescope, and you'll see the Endymion Crater too.

When is the next full moon?

The next full moon will be on August 9. The last full moon was on July 10.

What are moon phases?

According to NASA, moon phases are caused by the 29.5-day cycle of the moon’s orbit, which changes the angles between the Sun, Moon, and Earth. Moon phases are how the moon looks from Earth as it goes around us. We always see the same side of the moon, but how much of it is lit up by the Sun changes depending on where it is in its orbit. This is how we get full moons, half moons, and moons that appear completely invisible. There are eight main moon phases, and they follow a repeating cycle:

New Moon - The moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The moon starts losing light on the right side.

Last Quarter (or Third Quarter) - Another half-moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

Having your name on a mysterious criminal database that leads to your detainment is the stuff of nightmares — but for an increasing number of people in the U.S., it's becoming a reality.

The gang databases responsible are the subject of Sunday's episode of Last Week Tonight, with John Oliver discussing everything from people being flagged as gang members for innocuous posts on social media to outdated databases leading to people being detained years later.

"It is pretty clear that gang databases are way too easy to get on, way too hard to get off, and can turn people's lives upside-down. So what do we do? Well I'd argue we get rid of them. And if you think, 'Well hold on, how will police then stop gang violence?' I say, with police work. They could and should do actual police work focussing on where violence is concentrated, instead of fixating on labels," says Oliver.

"I'm not saying that violence associated with gangs isn't real or isn't a problem. I'm just saying the answer needs to go beyond policing and way beyond these databases."

Craving a little dystopian sci-fi or some too-crazy-to-be-a-true-story financial comedy to help get you through your work week? OK, how about a Ben Stiller dodgeball classic, or an Oscar-sweeping dark dramedy? All this and many more movies are available on Hulu.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said during a Q2 earnings call last week that Tesla's long-rumored "lower cost" new car will, in fact, be a stripped-down Model Y. Now, the details about the upcoming car are leaking.

Tesla enthusiast Luca Presti (via Teslarati) shared a Chinese video on Saturday detailing some of the alleged changes to the more "affordable" Model Y.

SEE ALSO: Tesla to launch Model 3 Plus with massive range

Presti's list of differences compared to the currently available Model Y is quite long, but it boils down to using cheaper materials, as well as removing some of the more luxurious features to make the car less costly to manufacture.

By far the biggest changes on the exterior are lack of glass roof, which has been replaced by a solid panel in the same color as the rest of the vehicle, as well as no light bar on the front or back. The reflective part of the tailgate is also gone. And even though we've seen rumors of this version having a shorter wheelbase and less legroom, it appears to be roughly the same as the current Model Y in the video Presti shared.

Inside, the rear display has been removed, the seats are partially covered in textile (instead of vegan leather) and the number of speakers has been reduced. The center console is now divided into two parts. In what appears to be a particularly stingy change, even the coat hooks are gone.

NotaTeslaApp has put together a list of changes in the lower cost Model Y, which includes those that can't be seen in leaks, but includes stuff that's fairly easy to remove, such as heated and ventilated seats and power reclining rear seats.

Tesla already did something similar with the Mexican version of the Model 3, which also has textile seats and no rear infotainment screen. Whether the new, cheaper Model Y will be more widely available remains to be seen.

Whether such a stripped-down Model Y will be worth buying is another matter, and it largely depends on price. Tesla's standard models include a lot of premium features not typically seen on entry-level variants of competing vehicles, so Tesla can afford to remove some of these and still be competitive (at the right price). But if the leaks are accurate, this really is a heavily stripped-down Model Y, and the missing features might be a tough pill to swallow for some buyers.

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The Donald Trump/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has been the topic of choice for most late night hosts this week — but if you need a recap, John Oliver has you covered.

During his intro to Last Week Tonight on Sunday, the host went through all the latest developments around the relationship between the U.S. president and the convicted child sex offender — one Trump has urged his followers to move on from.

SEE ALSO: Seth Meyers recaps the Trump/Epstein scandal in 10 damning minutes

Oliver unpacked everything from the 50th birthday card Trump allegedly sent Epstein — "'May every day be another wonderful secret' is absolutely what would be inside a Hallmark card if they had a subcategory called Birthday For Prolific Sex Traffickers," said Oliver — to the resurfaced footage of a 2010 deposition in which Epstein invokes various Amendments rather than responding to attorney Jack Scarola's question on whether or not he had "ever socialized with Donald Trump in the presence of females under the age of 18."

"If the answer's no, just say that!" commented Oliver. "Instead Epstein started listing Amendments like he was ordering off the value menu."

Ultimately, Oliver concluded that despite his best efforts, Trump being unable to escape the Epstein scandal is offering a small measure of something that's been absent in the entire case so far.

"Look, maybe those files show nothing more than that Trump and Epstein are two creeps who enjoyed one another's company. Do I think that's possible? Though I'd like to answer that question, I'd like to plead the fourth, 12th and 22nd Amendment," Oliver said. "But even if that's the case, and Trump eventually ends up consumed by a conspiracy monster he cynically helped create and now can't control, then at least that'll be a slither of something that's frankly been in short supply in this whole Epstein story — and that is actual justice."

For more late night coverage of the growing Trump/Epstein story, check out Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers and The Daily Show.

SAVE $149.01: The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is down to $649.99 on Amazon. That's the lowest-ever price on this popular model.

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For those who can’t get enough of good-looking fitness tech, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 might finally be worth the splurge — especially now that it’s $649.99 on Amazon as of July 28. That’s a full $149 off the usual $799 list price, and according to camelcamelcamel, the cheapest this watch has ever been.

This deal is specifically for the 49mm GPS + Cellular models paired with the indigo alpine or olive alpine loop (both in medium sizing). These aren’t just straps made for style; they’re designed for endurance athletes, backcountry explorers, and underwater adventurers alike.

A significant upgrade from the Ultra 1, the Ultra 2 is one of Apple’s toughest, most capable smartwatches to date. Its rugged titanium case, MIL-STD 810H testing, and 100m water resistance make it fit for nearly any extreme. You’re also getting a sapphire front crystal, customisable Action button, and incredibly bright Always-On Retina display — one of the brightest Apple’s ever made.

SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals this week: MacBooks, AirPods, and more

Serious athletes will appreciate the precision dual-frequency GPS, advanced cycling and running metrics, offline topo maps, and automated workout tracking. There’s even cellular connectivity baked in, so you can leave your phone behind and still call, text, stream music, or get directions on the go (just remember to activate a service plan).

Battery life also outperforms most other smartwatches: up to 36 hours on a full charge, or a whopping 72 hours in Low Power Mode.

Altogether, if you’ve been eyeing this beast of a watch, now’s a smart time to snag one. 

If you’re planning to upgrade more of your tech setup, check out the best Apple deals of the week — including Macbooks, Airpods, and more. For those still choosing which brand they prefer, check out our list of smartwatches for every wrist among Apple, Samsung, FitBit, Garmin, and more.

If you want to add a splash of style or fun to your yard, patio, or walkway, Govee's latest Outdoor Clear Bulb String Lights are an easy way to get it done. Compared to previous models, these Clear Bulb lights are more elegant, and while they're certainly charming, they're also expensive and have a few of the usual drawbacks.

A tiny red star not far from Earth is turning out to be a heavyweight in the search for rocky worlds.

Nestled just 35 light-years away in space, the star L 98-59 is home to a tight-knit pack of exoplanets, including one that now appears to orbit at just the right distance to harbor liquid water. 

Using data from NASA’s TESS space telescope and a pair of high-precision instruments in Chile, scientists led by the Université de Montréal have confirmed a fifth planet in the system — and this one is in the so-called habitable zone. The team thinks it could receive as much warmth from its star as Earth does from the sun.

And it’s not alone. The L 98-59 system already has a reputation for its wide variety of intriguing exoplanets. 

"With its diversity of rocky worlds and range of planetary compositions, L 98-59 offers a unique laboratory to address some of the field’s most pressing questions," said René Doyon, one of the study's researchers, in a statement. "What are super-Earths and sub-Neptunes made of? Do planets form differently around small stars? Can rocky planets around red dwarfs retain atmospheres over time?"

SEE ALSO: NASA spacecraft snaps a rare photo of Mars and its moons together

Red dwarf stars like L 98-59, sometimes referred to as M-type stars, are the most ubiquitous kind in the Milky Way, yet nobody knows whether planets closely orbiting them can hold onto atmospheres, Néstor Espinoza, a Space Telescope Science Institute researcher, previously told Mashable. Though these host stars aren't as hot as the sun, nearby worlds would be exposed to their extreme stellar radiation.

Most astronomers agree that detecting atmospheres in general is crucial in the search for habitable worlds. NASA has playfully called Earth's own atmosphere its "security blanket": Without it, the type of life flourishing here wouldn't exist. This cocoon holds oxygen in the air and filters out harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun, all while keeping the world warm. Furthermore, it creates pressure that allows liquid water to pool on the surface.

Espinoza is a leader in the new massive James Webb Space Telescope study of rocky worlds, specifically to find out if planets around red dwarfs could have air. The campaign, first reported by Mashable, will take a closer look at a dozen nearby-ish planets outside the solar system over the next two years.

One of the exoplanets in the L 98-59 system, located in the constellation Volans, has already gotten a first look from Webb. A separate research team revealed that L 98-59 d, a bit larger and heavier than Earth, could have a sulfur-rich atmosphere that reeks of burnt matches and rotten eggs. Agnibha Banerjee, one of the researchers, said the team will need more observations to confirm those findings.

"If these findings can be confirmed and turn out to be true, this planet won't be pleasant on human noses," Banerjee previously told Mashable. "Then again, if a human in the far future were to ever visit, the smell would be the least of their problems — in the midst of crushing pressure, boiling temperatures, and toxic gases."

The latest discovery by the Montreal team of a fifth planet, known as L 98-59 f — along with insights into its planetary neighbors — will be presented in a new paper accepted for publication in The Astronomical Journal.

"These new results paint the most complete picture we’ve ever had of the fascinating L 98-59 system," said Charles Cadieux, first author of the paper, in a statement. "It’s a powerful demonstration of what we can achieve by combining data from space telescopes and high-precision instruments on Earth, and it gives us key targets for future atmospheric studies with the James Webb Space Telescope."

This study uses data from two ground-based telescopes and two space telescopes. From top left to bottom right: European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope; ESO 3.6-metre telescope with the HARPS instrument; NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS); and the James Webb Space Telescope. Credit: G. Hüdepohl / ESO / NASA illustrations

To discover the planet, the scientists didn't need new telescope time. Instead, they used cutting-edge techniques to squeeze more juice out of existing data. For instance, L 98-59 f doesn’t cross in front of its star from Earth's point of view, making it invisible to planet-hunting cameras. But researchers were able to detect it through subtle wobbles in the star’s motion, caused by the tug of the unseen planet’s gravity. 

By combining and reanalyzing records, they also dramatically improved estimates of the other planets’ sizes, weights, and orbits. One planet is smaller and lighter than Earth — a rare confirmed "sub-Earth" — while others show signs of being rich in water or heated by internal volcanic activity like Jupiter's moon Io, thanks to gravitational stretching. 

Many planet hunters haven't been this optimistic about the search for habitable worlds since the tantalizing TRAPPIST-1 system.

"With these new results," said coauthor Alexandrine L'Heureux in a statement, "L 98-59 joins the select group of nearby, compact planetary systems that we hope to understand in greater detail over the coming years."

SAVE $330: As of July 28, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $469 at Amazon. That's a 41% saving on the list price.

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Looking for a new power station to power your next camping trip, road trip, or power outage? We've found just the deal for you. As of July 28, the impressive Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is back on sale, this time saving you $330 on list price.

This particular model provides a 1,500W AC output (with a 3,000W surge), so it can run things like fridges, electric pots, and even AC units. It weighs just 23.8lbs and features a foldable handle, so it’s perfect for camping trips.

SEE ALSO: There's still time to save $300 on the DJI Power 2000 portable power station

It charges up quickly, too. You'll only need one hour to go from 0 to 100% battery, with emergency charging enabled in the Jackery App (or 1.7 hours on the standard mode). It also benefits from a huge range of charging ports. This model benefits from USB-C, USB-A, AC outlets, a car port, and LED lights, and supports fast USB-C PD 100W charging.

It also has an incredible lifespan, equipped with a durable LFP battery, maintaining over 70% of its original capacity after 4,000 charge cycles, offering a lifespan of 10 years and more.

Get this deal from Amazon now before it runs out.