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SAVE $150.99: As of June 16, get the Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro Series espresso machine for $599, down from its usual price of $749.99. That's a discount of 20%.

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Making your own coffee at home can end up saving you a significant amount of money in the long run. Whether you love an espresso or you like to make creamy, milk-centric shakes, it's a good idea to invest in at least some sort of coffee maker if you're spending a lot of cash at Starbucks. If you're looking to grab a machine ahead of Prime Day, we've found one that's well worth the price, especially at this discount.

As of June 16, get the Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro Series espresso machine for $599, down from its usual price of $749.99. That's $150.99 off and the best-ever price.

SEE ALSO: 6 early Prime Day deals under $50 worth shopping before the sale begins

This machine has the ability of four in one. It can brew coffee, cold brew, espresso, and more, with the touch of a button. It has its own independent hot water system with five espresso styles and two cold brew styles as well as varying sizes of drinks should you want a little more or a little less each day.

Its goal is to make getting coffee into the real world and into your digestive system as easily as possible, and it does that with weight-based dosing, customized grind-size recommendations, and active brew adjustments so you don't have to do any of the guesswork. Plus, it has hands-free frothing so all you have to worry about is drinking the finished product.

It's an investment to be sure, but well worth the cash if you want to get the most out of your mornings without spending an arm and a leg.

GET A FREE AUDIOBOOK: From June 12 to 22, shop Libro.fm's BOGO sale. Get a two audiobooks for the price of one with a Libro.fm membership.

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We're not here to settle the debate on if audiobooks count as reading (it totally does,) but we are here to get you a good deal on audiobooks. Libro.fm is like the Bookshop.org of audiobooks. With a monthly membership, get up to two credits a month to redeem audiobooks. Plus your membership directly supports an indepedent bookstore of your choice.

But this month, your credits stretch further. During Libro.fm's BOGO sale, you get two books for just one monthly credit — aka a free audiobook to add to your library.

How to get a free audiobook during Libro.fm's BOGO sale

To get your free audiobook, you need to be a Libro.fm member. So first, make sure you sign-up for as low as $14.99 a month. Once you have your membership, you need to redeem your monthly credits.

To get a free audiobook, you must redeem the deal on the Libro.fm's BOGO sale page. The deal is available on a selection of audiobooks. Titles include Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab, The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley, and All Systems Red by Martha Wells.

Make your selections then hit checkout where you'll be prompted to use one credit for the two audiobooks. And just like that, you have two audiobooks for the price of one and your library is stocked with two new summer reads.

OnlyFans isn't doing enough to protect creators from exploitation, according to an investigation from the BBC, which includes interviews from 60 UK OnlyFans creators, human rights experts, and lawyers.

The report focused on OnlyFans "agents," "managers," or "OFMs" (OnlyFans management) who allegedly take control of creators' accounts and earnings. It's also subject to a BBC Three documentary, OnlyFans: Inside the Machine.

SEE ALSO: The connection between Kim K and OnlyFans, according to new book

OFMs claim to help creators become more successful and gain an audience and subscribers, but experts say they actually take advantage of creators.

OFM contracts shown to the BBC show that management takes up to 70 percent of creators' earnings, while the platform itself takes 20 percent. Several creators who spoke to the BBC said their managers lied about earnings in order to get more money themselves, with a couple claiming their managers changed the password to their OnlyFans account and bank account details, respectively.

Managers have also threatened creators with bodily harm, with one creator believing a physical attack was connected to her manager.

An OnlyFans spokesperson told the BBC that, "The allegation we 'turn a blind eye' [to these issues] is unfounded."

The spokesperson continued, "OnlyFans' relationship is with our creators and fans and we are not connected with, and do not endorse, any third parties including management agencies."

OnlyFans takes user safety "incredibly seriously," and invests in protection measures and meets its duties under the UK's Online Safety Act, the spokesperson said. "Unfortunately, we cannot review or influence any contractual relationships creators choose to enter into outside the platform as we are not party to them.

"If anyone raises a concern about a Creator's account, we will immediately restrict the account, conduct an investigation and take action to ensure the Creator is in control of their OnlyFans account," an OnlyFans spokesperson told Mashable.
 
"Despite repeated requests, the BBC refused to share account details of any OnlyFans users or the agencies that they claimed formed the basis of their reporting," the spokesperson added.

UK's anti-slavery commissioner, Eleanor Lyons, told the BBC that the cases of exploitation that have been reported but not properly acted on "raises serious concerns about whether OnlyFans is meeting its legal duties to protect users." She is engaging with the UK communications regulator, Ofcom, which also stated that the BBC's findings were "deeply concerning."

Last year, a lawsuit against OnlyFans claimed that subscribers believed they were direct messaging with creators, but were actually scammed by management pretending to be them. The lawsuit was dismissed in Dec. 2025.

UPDATE: Jun. 16, 2026, 12:48 p.m. EDT This article has been updated with a statement from OnlyFans to Mashable.

SCORE A $5 PIZZA: Through the end of Prime Day on June 26, Amazon Prime members can get a $5 large pizza (pepperoni or cheese) from Little Caesars once per day (up to five times) with the Prime Day pizza promo.

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Amazon is really breaking boundaries this Prime Day. Beyond early deals on tech like TVs, headphones, and MacBooks, it's also offering digital deals on streaming services and subscriptions, a sweepstakes for free groceries for a year, early access to see Spider Man: Brand New Day, and $5 pizza. Yes, Amazon now has a Prime Day pizza promotion and it's live through June 26.

As of June 16, Prime members can nab a large pizza for just $5 at Little Caesars once per day until the end of Prime Day on June 26. The offer is limited exclusively to online orders only from Prime members in the U.S. and an Amazon code is required. If you're not already a Prime member, now's a great time to sign up. Not only can you unlock this pizza deal, but plenty of other early Prime Day offers.

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Head to the pizza promo page and click on "claim code "in the black box. You'll be redirected to the Little Caesars website to place your order. A large classic pepperoni pizza will automatically be added to your order, but feel free to change it to a large classic cheese if you want. You can add any sides or extras to complete your meal, then head to checkout. That's it — if you followed the steps correctly, the unique promo code will automatically be applied to your order at checkout.

The rules are you can only get one $5 pizza per day and you can only claim five pizzas total. Still, that's a lot of pizza. Just remember to return to the Prime Day Little Caesars offer page each time to claim a new code.

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 $59.92 (Save $10.07) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is almost here once more, and the retailer has started the savings early for anyone with a Nintendo Switch on their wishlist. Several of our favorite Switch and Switch 2 games and accessories are already discounted ahead of the main event, and you can shop them right now.

The four-day sale doesn't officially begin until June 23, but early deals are live as of June 16. The console itself is the exception, though. 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.

If you'd rather not wait, these are some of the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals here worth grabbing now. We'll keep this guide updated as the sale gets closer, but for the moment, the best Switch and Switch 2 discounts so far are below.

Best early 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 early 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 upcoming remake of the classic Nintendo title is out next week, and you can go ahead and save on it before Prime Day ever arrives. 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 early Prime Day Nintendo Switch accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $59.92 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $10.07   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.

More Nintendo Switch deals

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder — $53.99 $59.99 (save $7)

• Yakuza 0: Directors' Cut — $24.88 $49.99 (save $25.11)

• Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S — $24.88 $39.99 (save $15.11)

• Sonic X Shadow Generations — $24.99 $49.99 (save $25)

AI chatbots are incredibly useful for my work. I use them for research, for proofreading and fact-checking, and for keeping track of articles and pitches. There's one job I had really hoped AI could take off my hands. Sadly, both Claude and ChatGPT failed dismally.

Best early Prime Day deals under $50 Best Amazon device deal Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 (save $35) Get Deal Best headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $49.95 (save $30.03) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Ninja Fit Compact Personal Blender $48.98 (save $21.01) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Technic NASA Artemis Space Launch System Rocket (42221) $47.99 (save $12) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Coleman Classic Series Insulated Portable Cooler (52 quarts) $37.99 (save $12) Get Deal Best beauty deal Renpho Eyeris 1 Smart Eye Massager $49.82 (save $10.17) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is set to kick off on June 23, running though June 26 this year. It'll be a great time to save on tech, home appliances, and back to school gear. But like all Amazon sales, you might not have to wait for the official start day to cash in on major savings. In fact, sometimes it's better to shop early and avoid potential shipping delays.

Amazon has already dropped prices on plenty of great items like noise-cancelling headphones, Apple Watches, and portable power stations. But if you're sticking to a budget this summer or you're shopping for an affordable gift, the early sale has a great selection of options that cost under $50.

We'll continue to update this list as we get closer to the official sale. For now, these are the best early Prime Day deals that cost under $50.

Best Amazon Echo deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $44.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal Why we like it

When it comes to sorting out the best Amazon Echo device, the Echo Spot wins as the best model that serves as an alarm clock. While spending about $80 on a smart speaker combo alarm clock might feel steep, today's sale price of $44.99 brings it down to a much more comfortable level.

The Echo Spot is easy to set up straight out of the box and it has customizable faces and sounds. Plus, it's the perfect compact size for your nightstand.

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC $49.95 at Amazon
$79.98 Save $30.03   Get Deal Why we like it

If the price alone doesn't convince you, consider the awards the JLab JBuds Lux ANC have won at Mashable. They're our top pick for best budget headphones this year, the best noise-cancelling budget pick for flying, and the top budget headphones option for students.

In addition to having decent ANC, they have great battery life, getting up to 70 hours of total playtime or about 40 hours with ANC turned on. We're also pretty smitten with the colorway options.

Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Fit Compact Personal Blender $48.98 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $21.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Ninja makes a variety of exceptional kitchen appliances, but if you're short on counter space, the Ninja Fit compact personal blender might be the best option. Use it to whip up a daily smoothie, a weekend frozen margarita, or a dessert chocolate milkshake. The Ninja blender comes with the 700W motor base as well as two 16-ounce Ninja cups and lids that are perfect for taking your blend on-the-go.

If there’s one thing that I’ve found to be consistently true, it’s that even the tiniest bit of friction can make something useless. That’s why I was so happy when I noticed a simple toggle appear on my Android Auto screen after a drive with Google Maps navigation.

Best early Prime Day fitness tracker deals Best fitness tracker deal Fitbit Charge 6 $99.95 (Save $60) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 (Save $500) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) $299 (Save $100) Get Deal Best Samsung Galaxy deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) $289.99 (Save $90) Get Deal

Prime Day deals can be totally overwhelming with the sheer volume of products on sale, but the smartest way to shop is to go for what you really need. If you've been in the market for a new fitness tracker, just in time to hit your summer fitness goals, Prime Day is the best time to buy.

Right now there are a wealth of fitness trackers and smartwatches on sale. Find Fitbits, Garmin smartwatches, and Apple Watches all on sale for their lowest price ever ahead of Prime Day. That's some stellar savings a week before Prime Day has even kicked off.

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Fitbits are one of the OG fitness trackers, helping people get on their feet and stay active. The Charge 6 displays your daily steps and heart rate. It automatically detects activity and can even link to compatible exercise machines to display your heart rate. And right now, the Fitbit Charge 6 is 38% off ahead of Prime Day.

Grab it for just $99.95 and save $60 off its $159.95 list price. This early Prime Day deal also brings the Charge 6 down to its lowest price ever.

More fitness tracker deals

• Fitbit Sense 2 — $199.94 $249.95 (save $50.01)

• Fitbit Inspire 3 — $79.95 $99.95 (save $20)

Best early Prime Day smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 at Amazon
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Garmin smartwatches are a staple among runners who want elite GPS tracking alongside health monitoring. The Garmin Epix Pro is usually a big investment at $999.99, but ahead of Prime Day, it's been cut in half, down to just $499.99, saving you $500.

It has 1.3-inch always on AMOLED display with a built-in LED flashlight. It's for true endurance athletes, providing a hill score for big climbs and endurance scores as you train. For a complete picture of your health, it'll monitor your health 24/7, providing pulse ox and HRV status.

Grab it now ahead of Prime Day for its lowest price ever.

More smartwatch deals

• CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro — $61.75 $99 (save $37.25)

• Garmin Vivoactive 5 — $189.99 $299.99 (save $110)

• Apple Watch SE 2 (44mm) — $249 $279 (save $30)

• Garmin Vivoactive 6 — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) — $289.99 $349.99 (save $60)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) — $289.99 $379.99 (save $90)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) — $299 $399 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (47mm) — $549.99 $649.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $697 (save $97.01)

• Garmin Forerunner 970 — $649.99 $749.99 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (49mm) — $699.99 $799 (save $99.01)

In 2007, Apple introduced a lot of folks to the idea of a cell phone with a touchscreen. Since then, a ton of laptops have shipped with touch support, but Apple has avoided doing the same with MacBooks. It seems like that trend will end soon.

Bloomberg's resident Apple guru Mark Gurman did some analysis of the latest batch of Apple software betas and found evidence of touchscreen support coming to at least one future MacBook model. Specifically, the developer beta for macOS 27 Golden Gate features things like support for pull-to-refresh (like how you refresh social media feeds on an iPhone), as well as a pill-shaped Siri interface that looks a lot like the iPhone's Dynamic Island feature.

SEE ALSO: Apple's iOS 27 will have three more unannounced features, report claims

These are small things, but they're part of a longer trend of evidence piling up for a touchscreen MacBook.

A recent leak out of China, for example, said it was definitely happening, while Gurman has also previously reported on the topic. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be much in the way of specific info about this laptop, such as price, release date, or any other unique features it might have. But Gurman did call it a MacBook Pro in a previous report, so it might not be one of the cheaper models. (Remember: Apple is also rumored to be working on a high-end MacBook Ultra.)

Currently, the MacBook line includes the new MacBook Neo, the Air, and the Pro.

I can't imagine my life without USB-C at this point. There's lots to love about this widespread connector standard. For the most part, I can plug any two things with USB ports or cables into each other, and something useful will happen.

Canopy is best known for its stylish small home gadgets, including its iconic humidifiers. On June 16, the brand announced a new product offering: The Sound Machine + Aroma. It's a 3-in-1 sleep device that combines sleep sounds, a night light, and aromatherapy diffusion.

The Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma retails for $69 and comes in white, moonstruck, cream, lavender, and jade.

Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma specs and settings

• Sleep sounds: 15, including white noise, brown noise, ocean waves, and rain

• Volume levels: 10

• Battery life: 15 hours

• Night light colors: Red, white

• Aroma levels: 2

• Timers: 30, 60, 90 minutes

Choose red or white light to wind down for bed or keep the monsters away. Credit: Miller Kern / Mashable Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma first impressions

I live in New York City, so you'd think my sleep is interrupted by loud noises all night, but I actually have the opposite problem. My street is incredibly quiet overnight, which means any time there is a noise — like my upstairs neighbors' creaking floorboards — I'm super aware of it. I can't sleep in dead quiet, so I've used different sound machines for years (my Echo Spot, and more recently the Babelio sound machine).

I've only used the Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma for four nights, but I can already tell it's going to earn a permanent spot on my nightstand. I prefer brown noise to white noise, and the Canopy's brown noise setting is perfect. Some of the programmed sounds are definitely geared toward babies, like shushing and lullabies, and I don't see myself ever using those. But there are enough white noise and nature soundscapes that I will use to justify the device's price.

I have a Vitruvi essential oil diffuser, which I love, but it's not the quietest while running. So I've been enjoying the absolutely silent aromatherapy from Canopy. I just squeeze a few drops of my lavender and peppermint oils, and the scents are diffused throughout the night.

The front of the device houses controls for power, light, aroma diffusion, timer, settings lock, sound selection, and volume. Credit: Miller Kern / Mashable Open the back of the device to access the aromatherapy diffuser. Credit: Miller Kern / Mashable

I'm not a night light gal, but I do like to wind down the evening with soft, dim lighting. The red and white built-in lights are soothing and not at all too bright. You are able to adjust the brightness as well.

The 15-hour battery life means I get two nights' worth of use out of the Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma before having to recharge. I can also leave it on the charger overnight to avoid a lapse in my precious brown noise.

It's only been a few nights, but so far, I'm impressed. The Canopy Sound Machine + Aroma is stylish, portable, and packed with great sleep tools. I would absolutely spend my own money on this.

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Summer road-trip season is almost here, and that usually means one thing: more time at the gas pump. For SUV buyers, finding something practical that won't drain your fuel budget has become more important than ever.

A quick look at the best Amazon kitchen deals ahead of Prime Day Best air fryer deal Oster Dual Air Fryer Oven (11-quart) $99.99 at Amazon (save $99.88) 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 $90) 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 will officially run from June 23 to 26, but kitchen deals from Ninja, Instant Pot, Nespresso, and more are already popping up at Amazon. We've gathered the best early deals on air fryers, blenders, coffee makers and more below, many of which match record-low pricing that we haven't seen since 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.

More kitchen deals at AmazonDeals on frozen drink and ice cream makers

• Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker — $71.99 $129.95 (save $40.96)

• Nutribullet Chill Ice Cream Maker — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50)

• Chefman Iceman Slush-Ease Slushie Machine — $169.99 $299.99 (save $130)

Deals on blenders

• Ninja Blast Max Portable Blender — $69.95 $99.99 (save $30.04)

• Oster Extreme Mix Blender — $113.99 $189.99 (save $302)

• Ninja Kitchen System — $129.99 $219.99 (save $90)

Deals on air fryers and pizza ovens

• Instant Pot Vortex 6-in-1 — $59.99 $89.99 (save $30)

• Oster Dual Air Fryer Oven (11-quart) — $99.99 $199.87 (save $99.88)

• Instant Pot Vortex Plus XL ClearCook Double Basket — $129 $189.99 (save $60.99)

• Ninja French Door Premier Air Fry Oven — $179.95 $89.99 (save $30)

• Chefman Indoor Pizza Oven — $189.99 $399.99 (save $210)

• Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill — $199.95 $299.99 (save $100.05)

• Breville Pizzaiolo Countertop Pizza Maker — $699.95 $999.95 (save $300)

Deals on multi-cookers

• Crock-Pot Personal Electric Food Warmer (20-ounce) — $27.73 $109.99 (save $12.26)

• Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 (6-quart) — $64.99 $109.99 (save $45)

• Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 (6-quart) — $64.99 $109.99 (save $45)

• Instant Pot Dual Action 8-in-1 Serve Together Multi-Cooker and Rice Cooker — $129.99 $169.99 (save $40)

• Ninja HyperHeat 9-in-1 (6.5-quart) — $139.99 $169.99 (save $30)

Deals on coffee makers

• Keurig K-Mini Mate — $89 $109 (save $20)

• Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ with Milk Frother — $99 $129.95 (save $30.95)

• Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Maker with Milk Frother — $158.65 $239.95 (save $81.30)

• Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine — $499.95 $699.95 (save $200)

• Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso Machine — $599 $749.99 (save $150.99)

Deals on cookware

• Calphalon Brushed Stainless Steel Fry Pan — $33.24 $49.99 (save $16.75)

• Calphalon Brushed Stainless Steel Fry Pan and Sauce Pan Set — $84.99 $119.99 (save $35)

• Calphalon Classic Stainless Steel 10-Piece Set — $132.99 $199.99 (save $67)

Deals on cleaning products

• If You Care Compostable Reusable Sponge Clothes (5 count) — $5.05 $6.43 (save $1.38)

• Aidea Microfiber Reusable Paper Towels (50 count) — $9.99 $14.99 (save $5)

• Blueland Dishwasher Detergent Tablets (60 count) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6 with on-page code)

• Dropps UltraWash Dishwasher Detergent Pods (120 count) — $36.23 $47.46 (save $11.23)

When Elon Musk bought Twitter back in 2022, rebranded it to X, fired most of the staff, and significantly loosened moderation (leading to a reported increase in hate speech on the platform), it opened the door for new Twitter-like services, and Meta was one of the first to take it seriously with Threads.

The gamble appears to have paid off. On Tuesday, Meta announced that Threads now has 500 million monthly active users.

SEE ALSO: Threads is adding a Grok-like AI search feature

For context, X doesn't officially report the number of monthly active users it has, but estimates put it at around 560 million.

According to the company, one of the biggest growth drivers on Threads were Communities, which are groups of people engaging in conversations around certain topics. To celebrate the occasion, Meta said it's "graduating" Communities out of beta and launching several new features.

The new features include a Communities Hub, which resides in the app's main menu and makes it easier to find new communities, as well as switch between them. Communities have also gotten distinct icons, which makes them easier to recognize. Community Progress is a visual cue on how a certain topic is close to becoming a Community (topics need to reach a certain critical mass in popularity and engagement to become Communities).

This topic is close to becoming a Community. Credit: Meta

Also, more people who frequently contribute to communities are getting the community champion status. Finally, Meta is launching local Communities, starting with native language tags in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Meta also launched another new feature, called Your Algo, allowing you to (privately) control which conversations you see in your feed. It's a complement to Dear Algo, which tells Threads what you want to see more or less of, but a little more granular, as you can choose whether you want this request to last one, three, or seven days (there's no permanent option, so you'll have to keep tuning this every now and then if you want it to stick).

Notably, Meta recently introduced similar algorithm controls in Instagram.

Your Algo is rolling out today in the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand.

Most people treat Excel as a rigid calculator, completely missing its capacity for chaos. Excel's built-in randomization tools can generate numbers, shuffle existing lists, and build mock timelines in seconds—yet almost no one takes advantage of them. Here's how they work in practice.

Amazon’s latest Prime Day sale is almost here, steadily building up to several days of huge deals on appliances, gadgets, and, of course, offers on Pokémon cards, games, gifts, and more. 

While the actual four-day Prime Day sale doesn’t kick off until June 23, Amazon is doing its usual thing and revealing plenty of deals early on to start ramping up the anticipation. Whether you're shopping for booster packs on the latest trading card game expansion or hit games on Nintendo Switch, Mashable has scoured the site and cherry-picked the best deals live right now. 

Here are the best early Prime Day deals you can find on all things Pokémon.

Best Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Bundle $44.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $15   Get Deal Why we like it

The Chaos Rising expansion has proved to be an exceptionally popular member of the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution set. The Chaos Rising Booster Bundle has just dropped to its lowest price yet ahead of Prime Day — now only $44.99 after a 25% price cut from its standard $59.99 list price. 

The Chaos Rising Booster Bundle usually falls to around $48-$49 at best Now, as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is the lowest price we’ve seen yet. 

At $44.99, this six-pack Booster Bundle means you’ll only be paying $7.49 per booster. What’s more, this is even lower than TCGplayer’s own market price of $45.29 — undercutting its best listing price of $45.98. It even beats Walmart’s price of $46.95. 

Amazon’s $44.98 Chaos Rising Booster Bundle is being sold by third-party seller Collectors Expedition, but Amazon itself is handling the shipping. Although the option for returns isn’t available, this is still the best price we’ve seen on this six-pack chance to pull valuable single Chaos Rising chase cards, like SIR Mega Greninja ex, Mega Hyper Rare Mega Greninja ex, Cinccino ex, SIR Mega Dragalge ex, and SIR Mega Floette ex. 

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