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SAVE $320: As of August 18, get the Bose Smart Ultra Dolby Atmos Soundbar for $679 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $999. That's a discount of 32%.

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$999 Save $320   Get Deal

If you watch a lot of movies or TV, you know the regular sound from your standard TV can be a bit lacking. A soundbar can punch it up considerably, so you need the right setup to get the best audio out of your media. If you need one to facilitate that, this deal at Amazon can help you get started without breaking the bank.

As of August 18, get the Bose Smart Ultra Dolby Atmos Soundbar for $679 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $999. That's $320 off and a discount of 32%.

SEE ALSO: The best soundbars for upgrading your home entertainment

This soundbar covers a lot of ground. Not only does it offer great audio, but it can work as a Bluetooth speaker and surround system addition to your setup. It uses Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace technology to help separate sounds to place them in different parts of your room. That makes it sound as though you're right in the middle of what's going on on-screen.

It uses AI Dialogue Mode to help balance voice and music so you can actually hear what's going on clearly as well. If you're looking to hear the explosions and chatter of each scene, you'll appreciate the surround sound setup, too. There are six transducers and two custom-engineered upward-firing speakers as well, meant to fill your entire space.

If you're ready to improve your home audio tenfold with additional bass and clarity, this soundbar will be a welcome addition to your setup. And the best part is, you won't have to drain your savings to make it happen. Just be sure to get yours while it's still discounted.

The Mashable Big Guessing Game is back again for our third and final round. In the first round, we tried to guess the new name of macOS (only one person correctly predicted "Golden Gate"), and in the second round, we tried to predict whether a foldable iPhone or touchscreen Mac is coming this year (we still don't know!)

In our last round of the contest, we're focusing on the expected Apple event in September, where we expect to see a full new lineup of iPhone models, including the highly anticipated foldable iPhone. Will new CEO John Ternus appear on the roof of Apple Park? How much will the latest and greatest version of the iPhone Pro Max cost? If there is a foldable iPhone, what will Apple name it?

Make your predictions for September with five quick guesses, then sit back and watch the event to see how many you get right. Each correct guess earns you an additional chance of winning the grand prize, the latest edition of the new Apple Watch.

This final round of contest questions will run until 11:59 p.m. PT on Sept. 1.

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You don't need a Mercedes badge to get the things that make a luxury SUV feel genuinely luxurious. The Genesis GV80 focuses on the details you'll actually notice from the driver's seat, including a quiet cabin, a comfortable ride, supportive seats, and a refined driving experience.

It's now easy to buy the world's most repairable phone in the U.S. — and hopefully use it for a long time. Fairphone has officially entered the American smartphone market with the release of the Fairphone Gen 6+, an upgrade to its latest eco-conscious Android device.

"If you’re racist or anti-immigrant, then you shouldn’t watch the World Cup." "Grudges are as vital to success as friendships." "Reporters should be able to play the sport they're reporting on." "Restaurants gotta stop singing 'Happy Birthday' to adults." "Leaf blowers should be eradicated."

Kareem Rahma's Subway Takes keeps our feeds brimming with steaming hot perspectives, and the latest episode of his wildly popular web series won't leave my consciousness.

In a video posted on Monday, the journalist interviews musician Lucy Dacus on a boat off Rhode Island during Newport Folk Fest, asking for her hottest take.

Her answer? "Birds shouldn't walk."

Reader, I started. As a Londoner who constantly apologises to walking pigeons getting off the tube, my eyebrows ascended in distant concurrence. However, Rahma instantly disagrees.

"On what grounds?" asks Dacus. "On the ground!" responds the host.

"If I’m on a sidewalk and I’m getting out of the way of a bird, that's so f*cking rude," says Dacus. "Get up there. They have the whole thing. There's not even traffic."

SEE ALSO: Kareem Rahma's 'Subway Takes' is a challenge to late-night talk shows

The pair then have a frank conversation about whether all birds are weird (yes), and whether birds' legs are actually real or just small sticks (maybe). Curious about the science behind birds walking and whether their legs are, in fact, tiny sticks (remains a mystery), I had a small peruse online for answers.

Turns out, the Natural History Museum in London reckons, that we can trace bird-walking styles back to dinosaur fossils. According to the BBC's Science Focus, birds that live in trees and hop around on branches "have evolved legs and feet that hop efficiently, so it makes sense to keep this up even when they are foraging on the ground." New Zealand Geographic explains the amount of energy a bird uses while flying depends on the type of bird, so swimming might use less energy than flying for aquatic birds. Academic studies show that the amount of energy birds use during flight is "dominated by changes to their mass and airspeed."

Now we know, I guess!

And sure, Dacus appreciates that "maybe flying expends more energy than walking," but she's still not having any of it.

"Are you trying to convince us that you're like, one of the people? That you're humble? Get up there." she says.

As someone who will definitely be interrupted by a bird on my commute home, and will apologise profusely to them like I've offended their mother, I agree.

From YouTubers and TikTok stars to streamers and podcasters, Mashable talks to creators about how they built their platforms, the gear they swear by, and the trends they see coming next. Read more of our creator coverage or see more of this year’s Mashable 101 to discover the internet's most exciting voices. 

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The best Garmin watch deals at a glance: Best overall Garmin Venu 3S $294 (save $155.99) Get Deal Best deal for runners Garmin Forerunner 265S $349.99 (save $100) Get Deal Best multisport deal Garmin Instinct 3 (AMOLED, 45mm) $299.99 (save $150) Get Deal

The smartwatch market is overwhelmingly crowded, but Garmin remains in a category of its own. I've personally been sporting a Garmin smartwatch (the Venu, if you're curious) for six years and continue to sing its praises. If you're in the market for a high-performance smartwatch built to last, I highly recommend going with Garmin — especially when you can find one on sale.

While the Apple Watch may sync with your Apple gadgets seamlessly and serve as a mini phone on your wrist, Garmin shines when it comes with health and fitness tracking, as well as ultra-long battery life. This makes them especially great picks for athletes of all kinds.

A few Garmin smartwatches are on sale for up to 35% off, some at or close to their lowest price ever. In other words, if you're seeking a new smartwatch that can accompany you on your health and fitness journey for years to come, it's a great time to grab a Garmin. I've rounded up my top picks below.

Best Garmin smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Venu 3S $294 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $155.99   Get Deal Why we like it

The Venu 3S is a great all-rounder, with an abundance of health metrics and fitness tools (over 30 preloaded sports apps), in-depth recovery advice, detailed sleep data, and a built-in speaker and microphone for hands-free calls and virtual assistant access. It's incredibly sleek and comes in two sizes; the 3S is about .2 inches smaller in diameter (41mm versus 45mm). Like every Garmin watch, the battery life puts other smartwatches to shame. The 3S will last you about 10 days in smartwatch mode, while the 3 will last up to 14. While it comes in a variety of colorways, the French Gray and Sage Gray options offer the biggest discount at just $294 (reg. $449.99). Every other option in both sizes is also on sale for just a few more bucks — $299.99. Whichever you pick, you'll be getting the best price ever on this smartwatch.

Best Garmin smartwatch deal for runners Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 265S $349.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

While the Venu 3 is a great all-rounder, the Forerunner 265 is designed specifically for runners. Whether you're training for an upcoming marathon or just trying to improve your daily run times, the Forerunner 265 will assist you with all the data you could ever want. You'll get a morning report with recovery and training outlooks for the day, a training readiness score, personalized workouts, training tips, race performance stats, course details, and more. After each run, you'll also be able to zero in on things like cadence, stride length, ground contact time, and HRV. The Forerunner 265 will last you up to 15 days in smartwatch mode and 24 hours in GPS mode. Snag it on sale for just $349.99 as of Aug. 18. That's $100 off its list price and about $50 shy of its lowest cost ever.

Best multisport Garmin smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Instinct 3 (45mm, AMOLED) $299.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

The Garmin Instinct 3 is a rugged smartwatch that can handle just about anything. You can choose from an AMOLED, Tactical, Solar, or Tactical AMOLED display — most of which are on sale — depending on your preferences. The Instinct 3 is incredibly tough, built with a 45mm fiber-reinforced polymer case and metal-reinforced bezel, and even has a built-in LED flashlight with variable intensities for visibility. It packs a 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter and multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology for the ultimate navigation. And, of course, you'll also get all of Garmin's detailed health and fitness features, as well as an insane battery life of up to 18 days. The AMOLED version is typically $449.99, but as of Aug. 18, it's down to only $299.99 at Amazon. That's just $50 away from its best price ever.

More Garmin watch deals

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

• Garmin Forerunner 165 Music — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)

• Garmin Forerunner 965 — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Instinct Crossover — $549.99 $649.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $799.99 (save $200)

• Garmin fenix 8 (AMOLED) — $749.99 $999.99 (save $250)

• Garmin quatix 8 Marine — $1,049.99 $1,299.99 (save $250)

SAVE $401.99: The 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV is on sale for $998, down from the normal price of $1,399.99. That's a 29% discount and the lowest we've seen at Amazon.

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$1,399.99 Save $401.99   Get Deal

It's time to prepare for fall shows and gaming in the warmth of the indoors while the chill sets in outside. Both of those classic fall activities require a worthy TV. If you don't feel like your current TV is ready to see the finite details of the new Great British Baking Show season, it's time for an upgrade, and this Sony model has never been cheaper.

As of Aug. 18, the 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV is on sale for $998, marked down from the normal price of $1,399.99. That's a huge 29% discount that takes $401.99 off the price. It's the best price we've seen at Amazon.

A moderate 48-inch TV is perfect for the bedroom, a studio, or a smaller living room. But just because it's not a giant model doesn't mean it has to skimp on quality or features. Sony makes some of the best TVs, and the OLED display puts you in line for exceptional contrast, brightness, and clarity.

SEE ALSO: Best Buy is turning 60: Celebrate with massive weeklong deals on iPads, laptops, and TVs

In addition to being great for streaming your favorite shows, Sony considers this TV to be great for gaming, in part thanks to the Sony Cognitive Processor XR. With input lag as low as 8.5 milliseconds, the Bravia XR has special features for the PlayStation 5.

There's also the modern slim design and built-in Google TV for keeping your favorite streaming apps well organized.

Since we've never seen a price this low for the 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV, consider this a great time to make the upgrade before fall TV season hits.

HTG regulars will know I do pretty much everything in Excel, but sometimes I feel like I'm spending more time maintaining, navigating, and updating spreadsheets than any sane person should. So I wondered whether I could turn my personal finance spreadsheet into a proper app without learning how to code.

TL;DR: The new Motorola Razr+ is available for free with T-Mobile. To qualify for this promotion, simply activate a new line on an Experience Beyond plan.

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It has been an exceptionally busy few weeks in the world of mobiles. First, we had Samsung Unpacked, where we got announcements on the latest foldables, smartwatches, and even smart glasses. Then, before we had the chance to catch our breathe, Google dropped its own range of new devices.

It's easy to forget that Motorola launched some of the most impressive foldables on the market just a few months ago. These smartphones aren't outdated. They are still leading the way.

And better yet, you can get the new Motorola Razr+ for free right now with T-Mobile. To claim, simply activate a new line on its Experience Beyond plan. The total cost is covered via 36 monthly bill credits. If you cancel or switch carriers before the two-year mark, you’ll owe the remaining balance on the phone’s full retail price.

The key point here is that no trade-in is required for this limited-time promotion. You will need to pay taxes and a one-time $35 connection charge, but that's a small price to pay for a "damn fine phone."

Score the new Motorola Razr+ for free with T-Mobile.

SAVE $49.01: As of August 18, get the DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo for $419.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $469. That's a discount of 10%.

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$469 Save $49.01   Get Deal

If you're the type of person who likes to take photos on the go wherever you are, a wearable camera is a great idea. DJI, ever reliable for creating accessories that content creators (and everyone else) will love, has a fantastic (and super small) option for this very use case, and it's on sale right now.

As of August 18, get the DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo for $419.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $469. That's $49.01 off and a discount of 10%.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Air 3S is down to its best-ever price at Amazon — act fast to save $160

This kit comes with the DJI Osmo Nano, a tiny camera that you can wear on your body, as well as an assortment of accessories. It captures photo and video with a 1/1.3" sensor that can let in additional light for crisper, brighter shots. It works great as a 4K POV camera or vlogging option if you prefer, and it can take excellent footage of all the action you get up to. Record in 4K and 60fps with a 143-degree view so you can get everything that's going on on-screen.

Not only do you get the tiny camera that you can sling around your neck to toss on and go, but everything you need to create the best content possible: a mini extension rod, charging cable, a dock, magnetic hat clip, magnetic lanyard, protective case, and a magnetic ball-joint adapter mount.

With 128GB of built-in storage and expandable memory, you've got space to snap and record all you need to. And thanks to its 200-minute extended battery life with fast charging, you won't be sitting and waiting to get back into the action.

Whether you're wanting to snap some footage of sports or your next walk, this camera can help make the experience much more pleasant (and more feasible than holding a camera the whole time). Be sure to grab it now while it's on sale for less.

Even if you don't pay a single cent to Google in the form of subscription money, your Android phone has access to the Google Drive app with a few gigabytes of free storage. You might not know that this one app sits at the center of an ecosystem that can actually replace several other simple apps that you might be using.

Shop the best deals of Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale: Best Apple deal Apple iPhone Air (256GB, Unlocked) $839.99 (save $160) Get Deal Best laptop deal ASUS Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $598.99 (save $501) Get Deal Best robot vacuum Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop $349.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best headphones deal Beats Studio Pro $169 (save $180) Get Deal

Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale has officially kicked off, which is great news for anyone who's missed out on the loads of tech deals we've seen so far this summer. The sale runs through Sunday, Aug. 23, both online and in stores, so there's plenty of time to browse and add the best deals to your cart.

According to Best Buy, you can expect even more deals to drop this weekend. The discounts we've seen so far are pretty darn good, including RGB and OLED TVs, Apple gadgets, and Windows laptops. We've done a little digging and gathered up some of our favorite deals so far, but check back later this week if you don't see what you're looking for just yet. The 60th Anniversary Sale has only just begun. Go nuts.

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPhone Air (256GB, Unlocked) $839.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $160   Get Deal Why we like it

It's not every day that you can score a discount on an iPhone with no strings attached. But during Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale, you can nab an unlocked iPhone Air with any storage capacity for $160 off. That means you can bring it to any provider without having to navigate a trade-in. Mashable's reviewer called the iPhone Air the "sexiest iPhone" he's ever tested. It's incredibly thin and light, has a gorgeous OLED display, and its camera performs better than you'd expect. It may not be the phone for everyone, but it's the iPhone with the best value.

More Apple deals

AirPods

• AirPods 4 without ANC — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)

• AirPods 4 with ANC — $149.99 $179.99 (save $30)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $189.99 $249.99 (save $60)

• AirPods Max — $429 $549 (save $120)

Airtags

• Apple AirTag, 4-pack (2nd gen) — $89 $99 (save $10)

iPads

• Apple A16 iPad, 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Apple M4 iPad Air, 11-inch (WiFi, 256GB) — $749 $849 (save $100)

• Apple M5 iPad Pro, 13-inch (WiFi, 512GB) — $1,599 $1,699 (save $100)

iPhones

• Apple iPhone 16e (128GB, unlocked) — $489.99 $599.99 (save $110)

• Apple iPhone Air (512GB, unlocked) — $1,039.99 $1,199.99 (save $160)

• Apple iPhone Air (1TB, unlocked) — $1,239.99 $1,399.99 (save $160)

MacBooks

• Get a free $25 Starbucks gift card with purchase of Apple MacBook Neo — starting at $699

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,499 $1,599 (save $100)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,849 $1,999 (save $150)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 48GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $2,499 $2,899 (save $400)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,999 $3,399 (save $400)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $3,399 $3,899 (save $500)

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $598.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $501   Get Deal Why we like it

We can't stop raving about the Hisense U6 Pro. We named it our favorite budget TV of 2026, as it lands perfectly in the sweet spot of performance and value. And during Best Buy's Anniversary Sale, it's even more of a steal; the 65-inch model is down to a record-low $598.99. That's cheaper than it was on Prime Day. While it's not an OLED display, it does offer an impressive full-array local dimming setup, vibrant quantum-dot color, and deep black levels, an anti-glare coating for minimal reflections, and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. It also packs a native 144Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and two HDMI 2.1 ports for gamers. Every size is currently discounted, but the 65-inch model is what we'd recommend for most people.

More TV deals

60-inch and under

• Hisense 58-inch QD50 Hi-QLED 4K TV — $189.99 $399.99 (save $210)

• Insignia 55-inch F50 LED 4K TV — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• Hisense 43-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV — $209.99 $299.99 (save $90)

• Samsung 55-inch M70H Mini LED 4K TV — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100)

• LG 55-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220)

• Hisense 55-inch S7 Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $799.99 $1,499.99 (save $700)

• Hisense 55-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,499.99 (save $500)

• Sony 55-inch Bravia 7 II RGB 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,099.99 (save $600)

65-inch TVs

• LG 65-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $479.99 $699.99 (save $220)

• TCL 65-inch QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K TV — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)

• Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $800.99 $1,299.99 (save $499)

• Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $899.99 $1,499.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD-Mini LED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• Hisense 65-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $1,999.99 (save $500)

• LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,699.99 (save $1,200)

• LG 65-inch B6 OLED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $1,999.99 (save $300)

• Samsung 65-inch S85H OLED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $1,999.99 (save $300)

• LG 65-inch C6 OLED 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,699.99 (save $900)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia 7 II RGB 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,599.99 (save $800)

75-inch to 77-inch TVs

• Samsung 75-inch U7900 LED 4K TV — $399.99 $649.99 (save $250)

• LG 75-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

• Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $1,999.99 (save $800)

• TCL 75-inch QM7L SQD-Mini LED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,999.99 (save $700)

• LG 77-inch B5 OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,600)

• Hisense 75-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,899.99 $2,499.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 77-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $3,499.99 (save $1,500)

• LG 77-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,899.99 $3,699.99 (save $1,800)

• Samsung 75-inch R85H Micro RGB 4K TV — $1,999.99 $2,799.99 (save $800)

85-inch TVs

• Insignia 85-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $599.99 $899.99 (save $300)

• Insignia 85-inch QF QLED 4K TV — $659.99 $1,099.99 (save $440)

• Hisense 85-inch UR9 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $3,999.99 $4,499.99 (save $500)

Best laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,349.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable's laptop expert named the ASUS Zenbook A14 the "best Windows laptop for most people" in 2026 for a few reasons. It's ultraportable, packs an amazing battery life of over 27 hours(!), a stunning OLED display, a lightweight build, and impressive performance that rivals the MacBook Air. While the 2026 version got a price bump, this discount at Best Buy knocks it back down below $1,000.

More laptop deals

• HP 14-inch Laptop (Intel N150, 4GB RAM, 128GB UFS) — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• HP Omnibook 3 16 (AMD Ryzen 5 40, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $399.99 $779.99 (save $380)

• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (Intel Core i5-1335U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $499.99 $899.99 (save $400)

• HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 (Intel Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $749.99 $1,199.99 (save $450)

• Microsoft Surface Pro, 12-inch (Snapdragon X Plus, 8GB RAM, 256GB UFS) — $749.99 $849.99 (save $100)

• Acer Swift Go 16 (Intel Core Ultra 7 355, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,199.99 $1,549.99 (save $350)

• Microsoft Surface Laptop 13 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (AMD Ryzen AI Max+, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,099.99 $2,999.99 (save $900)

Best robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop $349.99 at Best Buy
$699.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

This robot vacuum combines powerful vacuuming with sonic mopping, so it can clean carpets and hard floors in a single run. Its Matrix Clean technology makes multiple passes over dirt and debris, and the CleanEdge Detect targets dust and hair around corners and edges. It also features a self-cleaning brushroll, HEPA filtration, and a bagless self-emptying base that can hold up to 60 days of dirt. And right now at Best Buy, it has a whopping $350 off the list price.

More robot vacuum deals

• Roborock Q10 Series — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)

• Ecovacs DEEBOT T80S Omni — $479.99 $649.99 (save $170)

• Roborock Qrevo Series — $499.99 $629.99 (save $130)

• Dreame X40 — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300)

• Shark PowerDetect — $749.99 $1,199.99 (save $450)

• Roborock Saros Z70 — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)

Best earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $249.99 at Best Buy
  Get Deal Why we like it

For working out, these are some of the best earbuds available. With a secure hook fit and built-in heart rate monitoring, workout earbuds can't get any better than this. In fact, when given the full review treatment, they were described as "ideal for all workouts, especially running."

More earbud deals

• JBL Tune 245NC — $49.95 $109.95 (save $64)

• JBL Tune Flex 2 — $69.95 $109.95 (save $40)

• Sony WF-C710N— $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Beats Powerbeats — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $189 $229 (save $40)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro $169.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $180   Get Deal Why we like it

These headphones have Personalized Spatial Audio and dynamic head tracking for a 360-degree listening experience. They also have impressive noise cancellation that helps block out distractions, with different modes to keep you aware of your surroundings. They also offer up to 40 hours of battery life, USB-C, Bluetooth, and 3.5mm connectivity, plus compatibility with both Apple and Android devices.

More headphone deals

• Sony WH-CH520 — $39.99 $68 (save $28.01)

• Marshall Major V — $89.99 $159.99 (save $70)

• Beats Solo 4— $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)

• Sony WH-1000XM6— $399.99 $458 (save $58.01)

Having a backup on an SSD is great and all, but you're missing a key step—checking if said backup is actually good. I know it's annoying, but here's why you should be worried about not having actually tested your latest backup.

Grand Theft Auto VI is all set to come out on Nov. 19, but those who are waiting for the game have been hurt before.

It's been 13 years since GTA V came out, so the last delay that VI suffered a year ago was particularly painful for fans who expected to be playing the game by this summer. You don't have to look far on places like Reddit to find people theorizing that yet another delay might happen, even though Rockstar has confirmed it will show more of the game on Netflix later this month.

SEE ALSO: 'GTA VI' pre-orders hit eye-watering levels for Take-Two Interactive

In short, people are scared, but they needn't be. Allow me to explain. There are a couple of solid reasons to believe that GTA VI will indeed make its Nov. 19 release date. First, Rockstar opened pre-orders for it back in June. Millions of people have already spent as much as $100 to lock down access to GTA VI when it launches, and publishers typically don't allow that unless they're fairly certain a game is coming out on its listed release date.

Second, Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick recently said in a TikTok interview (courtesy of GameSpot) that GTA VI will for sure come out on Nov. 19. Take-Two is Rockstar's parent company and the publisher of the game, so Zelnick obviously has some incentive to make sure everything goes smoothly here.

All evidence points to the game actually coming out when Rockstar and Take-Two said it's coming out (this time). We'll let you know if that changes.

TL;DR: ICEE is marking its first National ICEE Day on Aug. 18 with free small ICEEs at more than 1,800 locations, including participating Walmart Fuel and convenience stops, Krystal restaurants, AMC Theatres, Regal Cinemas, and Urban Air Adventure Park.

Tuesday just got a little sweeter. ICEE is celebrating its first-ever National ICEE Day today, Aug. 18, and is marking the occasion by giving away free small ICEEs at more than 1,800 locations across the country.

If this feels familiar, that's because 7-Eleven ran National Slurpee Day back on July 11 — and the two drinks share an origin story. ICEE inventor Omar Knedlik first sold partly frozen Coke at his Dairy Queen in Coffeyville, Kansas, then patented the ICEE machine in 1962. 7-Eleven later licensed the tech and launched its own version as "Slurpee" in 1965.

"For decades, ICEE has been part of unforgettable moments for millions of fans, and National ICEE Day is our way of thanking everyone who has made the brand part of those memories," said Dan Fachner, president and CEO of J&J Snack Foods, ICEE's parent company, in a news release. "We're excited to introduce an annual tradition people can look forward to every August."

Where to get your free ICEE

Free small ICEEs are available at participating Walmart Fuel and convenience locations and Krystal restaurants, with no purchase necessary. If you're headed to the movies, you can also snag a free ICEE with a ticket purchase at AMC Theatres or Regal Cinemas, or with paid admission to an Urban Air Adventure Park location.

SEE ALSO: Summer isn't over, but Starbucks doesn't care: The Pumpkin Spice Latte returns Aug. 25

Getting your free ICEE also enters you into a giveaway for prizes, including an at-home ICEE machine. To enter, share an Instagram or Facebook story on Aug. 18 featuring your free ICEE, using the hashtag #NID2026 and tagging @TheICEECompany. ICEE will announce the grand prize winner on Aug. 19 across its social channels.

A cult-classic game combined with a cult-classic camera makes so much sense. Today, Polaroid unveiled the most perfect combination ever: the Polaroid x Pokémon Special Edition range, and we're tempted to buy it all. Keep in mind that while the special-edition collection launched today, we have to wait until Aug. 25 to preorder items. Set an alarm for placing your order, and let's dive into the details of the collection.

Classic Polaroid cameras with fun Pokémon details

The shining stars of the collection are three Pokémon-themed Polaroid cameras. The Now Gen 3 now comes in a Poké Ball design while the Polaroid Go Gen 3 has either a Pikachu or Sylveon design.

Can we catch them all? Credit: Polaroid

The Poké Ball Polaroid Now Gen 3 shoots in original full-size Polaroid film with dual lens autofocus. The Pokémon special edition will cost $139.99, which is just $10 more than the standard Now Gen 3.

The Pikachu and  Sylveon Polaroid Go Gen 3 will both cost $99.99 each.

Film adorned with our favorite monsters

In addition to shooting on a fun camera, Polaroid is launching Pokémon-themed film frames. A yellow frame with Pikachu looking adorable on the bottom strip is a delight, as is the blue frame with Snorlax. Other film options include Eevee, Topegi, Gengar, Charmander, and more.

The Pokémon Edition Polaroid film is a must-have, even if you don't go for one of the special-edition camera. Credit: Polaroid

The Pokémon Edition of Polaroid Color i-Type Film will cost $22.99, and double packs of the Pokémon Polaroid Go Color Film will come with a price of $24.99.

Pokémon accessories for your Polaroid camera Pokémon accessories to match the rest of the collection. Credit: Polaroid

As if we weren't already overloaded with cuteness, the collection also features a few fun Pokémon accessories. The Polaroid Go Camera Case Pokémon Edition will fit any version of the Go camera, and the Polaroid Go Photo Album Pokémon Edition is the ideal place to house your Polaroid memories. There's also the Pokémon Edition Polaroid Camera Strap which feels like the perfect stocking stuffer.

If you're a fan of Pokémon or love the resurgence of analogue cameras, get ready to preorder on Aug. 25 at Polaroid.

ESP32 boards are hugely popular in the smart home community because they're inexpensive, and you can use them to build a huge range of things. While there are plenty of projects that don't require any additional parts, if you combine an ESP32 with a 3D printer, you can do even more.

In the early 2000s, school computer labs were filled with kids stealthily playing games and watching videos on Newgrounds. But when Flash became obsolete, many of these nostalgic games were no longer playable—especially on phones. Thankfully, there’s an app for that.

Our favorites from the D23 2026 Disney Store Collection: Disney Railroad Train Plush $19.99 Shop Now Eeyore Plush Keychain Bag Charm $21.99 Shop Now The Fox and the Hound 45th Anniversary Mug $24.99 Shop Now Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Ear Headband for Adults $36.99 Shop Now The Princess Diaries Grove High School Cardigan for Women $79.99 Shop Now The Muppets Plush Cardigan for Women $99.99 Shop Now Redd Limited Edition Doll – Pirates of the Caribbean $179.99 Shop Now Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket for Adults $600 Shop Now

If you weren't able to make it to D23 2026 in person, the Disney Store is bringing the show to you. Disney Store has pulled together an assortment from the D23 2026 show floor, the Disney Store booth, and the D23 Marketplace, and it's now live at the Disney Store online while supplies last.

The lineup spans Fanniversary Frenzy, 10 collections celebrating milestone anniversaries of beloved Disney stories, with Collector Must-Haves, Disney x Formula 1, Blooms by Disney Store, Disney Store Exclusive Plush, and more.

Here's everything worth adding to your cart.

Disney Railroad Train Plush Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Disney Railroad Train Plush $19.99 at Disney Store
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This is a fun pick for anyone who's ridden the Disney Railroad at Walt Disney World or Disneyland and wanted a piece of it to take home. The Disney Railroad Train Plush turns the iconic train into a cuddly character, complete with an embroidered smiling face, a soft, fuzzy texture, and a stitched "Disney Railroad" patch. It's got attached arms and beans in the bottom for a bit of weight, so it sits nicely on a shelf if you're more of a display person than a snuggler.

Alice in Wonderland Ear Headband Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Ear Headband $36.99 at Disney Store
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Ear headbands are always a top pick in any Disney drop, and the Alice in Wonderland Ear Headband one goes all in on the details. It's built around the croquet scene from Alice in Wonderland, with a tiny hedgehog rolling into a croquet ball worked into the headband, a royal crest charm on the bow, and the film title and anniversary stitched on the back of the ears. It's made from simulated leather instead of the usual fabric, so it feels a little more special than your typical headband.

Redd Limited Edition Doll — Pirates of the Caribbean Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Redd Limited Edition Doll – Pirates of the Caribbean $179.99 at Disney Store
  Shop Now Why we like it

Redd is one of the more detailed collector dolls we've seen come out of the Pirates of the Caribbean line, and it shows in the little things: an embroidered satin bodice, a textured skirt with gold studs and filigree, pearled pistols, layered necklaces, and a faux suede pirate hat with feather accents. She's also fully poseable and comes with a display stand, so she's built to be displayed, not just boxed up.

Cars with F1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket $600 at Disney Store
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The Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket is built like an actual varsity jacket first, Cars fan piece second. The shell is a soft blended wool with genuine contrast leather sleeves, striped rib cuffs and waistband, and a proper snap-front closure with F1-branded snaps, so it holds up as something you'd wear regardless of the Cars connection.

The details are where it earns its price, though. There's a chenille F1 patch on the chest, an embroidered Disney Pixar Cars logo, Cars patch appliqués on the sleeves, and Lightning McQueen embroidered on the back alongside "Formula 1." Even the lining gets an all-over F1 print, and you get both a welt front pocket and a hidden interior chest pocket for carrying something.

More from the D23 2026 Disney Store Collection

• Blue Pansy Plush Flower — $16.99

• Alice in Wonderland Bow Hair Clip — $16.99

• Disney Wishables Shimmer Mystery Plush Blind Pack — $17.99

• Pixar Ball, Large — $19.99

• Main Street Trash Can Plush — $19.99

• Beauty and the Beast Journal Set — $19.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Mug — $24.99

• Disney Doorables ADOORBS! Doll Mystery Box — $24.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Wristlet Bag Set — $29.99

• Marvel Blue Mini Spider-Bot — $39.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Plush — $39.99

• Winnie the Pooh Plush (Disney Store Exclusive) — $44.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Baseball Cap — $60

• The Princess Diaries Soccer Jersey — $69.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Clogs by Crocs — $69.99

• Daredevil Silver Mask — $79.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Pullover Sweatshirt — $125

• Polar Mouse Droid MSE-6 — $129.99

• Disneyland Railroad Station Light Up Figure — $179

• Esmeralda Limited Edition Doll — $179.99

• The Hunchback of Notre Dame 30th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Tote — $298

• Disney x Formula 1 Core Race Mickey Mouse Zip Jacket and Pins Set — $350

The full D23 2026 assortment — all the anniversary collections, collectibles, and exclusives — is live now at Disney Store online. Orders of $85 or more ship free with code SHIPMAGIC.

Tesla's Cybercab is coming soon, perhaps as soon as August. But who's getting to ride in it?

On Monday, The Information published a report saying the company is preparing for a public launch of the Cybercab in Austin, possibly this month.

SEE ALSO: Tesla Model Y gets adapter for charging other gadgets

Tesla's official Robotaxi account on X seemingly confirmed the launch is coming soon, as it posted that folks who ride in a Robotaxi (which currently consists of Tesla Model Y cars) will get a chance to attend the Cybercab launch event. "More rides = better odds," posted the account, without going into detail about the event itself.

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In a subsequent tweet, Tesla Robotaxi said that winners will be announced by 9 a.m. on Aug. 25, which could also be the day when we find more about the launch event.

It's an important milestone for Tesla, whose Cybercab is the only high-volume car the company currently has in its public roadmap. But the Cybercab is not just any car; it's a robotaxi-first vehicle with two seats and no steering wheel, designed primarily to ferry passengers around autonomously.

Tesla's idea, per The Information, is to start by offering rides to its own employees on Austin's public roads, and have the Cybercabs join the public robotaxi service in the city soon thereafter. The problem is that regulators currently don't allow a commercial robotaxi service to run with cars that don't have steering wheels, though exemptions are possible; Amazon's Zoox, for example, did get to deploy a small number of autonomous taxi vehicles with no steering wheels in Las Vegas and San Francisco.

Perhaps the bigger issue is whether Tesla has actually brought its autonomous driving software to a level where Cybercabs can start operating at a larger scale. Tesla uses its Full Self-Driving suite of autonomous driving features to power its robotaxis; while pretty advanced, the suite does have flaws. The company's Robotaxi program is currently limited to some areas in Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, Florida, as well as Austin, Dallas, and Houston, Texas.

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