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Save $200 on a new Google Pixel Tablet at Woot

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 18:27

SAVE $200: As of April 2, get the Google Pixel Tablet for $299.99, down from its usual price of $499.99, at Woot. That's a discount of 40%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Woot Google Pixel Tablet $299.99 at Woot
$499.99 Save $200 Get Deal

Sometimes you need more screen real estate than a phone can provide you with. Whether you want something to watch your favorite shows and movies with on the go or a better way to handle multitasking while you work on your morning commute, a tablet is always a good option. You can get a tablet that fits all your needs without spending an arm and a leg too, all without skimping on quality. Thanks to this Woot deal, you can save big time on a new Google Pixel Tablet.

As of April 2, get the Google Pixel Tablet for $299.99 at Woot, down from its usual price of $499.99. That's a discount of 40%.

SEE ALSO: The best live deals on tablets in the Amazon Big Spring Sale 2025

We named the Google Pixel Tablet as an honorable mention in our list of the best tablets available, and for good reason. The Google Pixel Tablet is powered by the Google Tensor G2 chip with 8GB of RAM and 8MP cameras on both the front and back. It boasts a crisp 11-inch screen with 256GB of storage and a battery life of 12 hours, depending on usage. Best of all, it's quite attractive and lightweight.

One of the best things you can do is add the charging speaker dock, which turns the tablet into a second monitor with excellent audio. This deal doesn't include the dock at this price, but it's something to keep in mind to make this purchase even better.

If you're ready for a new tablet that can handle whatever you need on a daily basis, this one is worth scooping up.

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Take $300 off the Sonos Arc soundbar and upgrade your home theater

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 18:16

SAVE $300: The Sonos Arc soundbar (white) is on sale for $599 at Amazon, down from the usual price of $899. That's a 33% discount and the lowest price we've ever spotted at Amazon.

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$899 Save $300 Get Deal

Some movies are meant to be experienced in the theater. There's something magical about a massive screen with great sound and complete darkness. But it takes a little extra when you want to recreate that movie magic at home. Close the curtains, turn off all the lights, and turn on this soundbar that's on super sale at Amazon.

As of April 2, the Sonos Arc soundbar in white is on sale for $599, marked down from the normal price of $899. That's a 33% discount that takes $300 off the price. It also happens to be the best price we've ever seen Amazon offer.

SEE ALSO: The Arlo Video Doorbell is still 54% off after the Amazon Big Spring Sale

With a focus on fantastic sound quality and a user-friendly design, the Sonos Arc is a great upgrade to your home TV setup. If we're being honest, most TVs come with built-in speakers that fall flat in terms of performance. Incorporating the Sonos Arc to your entertainment center means you'll be getting something with a much higher sound quality and a better overall experience.

Mashable contributor Timothy Beck Werth tested out the premium Sonos Arc Ultra and awarded it with a Mashable Choice Award. Compared to the standard Sonos Arc, the Ultra is equipped with more drivers (14 instead of 11), but tons of the features are identical.

When it comes to a theater-like experience, the review notes, "While a single soundbar can't compete with the booming speakers you'll hear in a movie theater, this speaker gave me the closest match to that experience I've ever had in my living room."

Werth noted the Sonos Arc Ultra excels in offering great but balanced sound. He also mentioned a pro as the ability to use the soundbar as a smart speaker, which is also the case with the standard Sonos Arc. It utilizes Dolby Atmos which aims to give you a 3D sound experience, so long as your TV can support Dolby Atmos.

The Arc is also great for hearing crisp and clear dialogue, which is a major complaint with many speakers that come built into TVs. Plus, you can enable Speech Enhancement in the Sonos app.

To prep for summer movie nights, upgrade to the Sonos Arc soundbar. With today's deal at Amazon, you'll save $300 when upgrading to a 100% worthy soundbar that'll be a huge step up from your TVs built-in speakers.

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Nintendo Switch 2 specs unveiled: Bigger screen, better performance, and more

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 18:01

Eight years after the first Nintendo Switch, we finally have the Nintendo Switch 2. And by all accounts, it was largely worth the wait.

On Wednesday's Nintendo Direct livestream, the gaming company announced the new console with several massive improvements and new features in its typically unfussy fashion. There wasn't much fanfare, letting the Nintendo Switch 2 newness speak for itself. But the rapid-fire succession of news during the tight hourlong event also meant we were thrown a lot of information at once.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 release date, price announced

In case you missed it, here's a roundup of all the Nintendo Switch 2 specs shared during the livestream:

All the Nintendo Switch 2 specs you need to knowThe important stuff
  • 7.9-inch display compared to the OG Switch's 6.2-inch display, with the same 13.9mm thickness

  • 1080p resolution with an LCD screen

  • 120 fps (frames per second) support and HDR support

  • 256 GB of storage compared to 32 GB of storage for the original Switch

  • Two USB-C ports

Frame rate support has increased to a whopping 120 fps. Credit: Nintendo Featured Video For You Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Live Recap Joy-Con 2 controllers
  • Magnetic attachment to the display with a release button to detach

  • Bigger SL and SR buttons for easier play when using them horizontally

  • Larger control sticks

  • Each Joy-Con 2 controller can be used as a mouse for certain games

Joy-Con 2 controllers connect magnetically with a pleasing snap. Credit: Nintendo Audio
  • Built-in mic for GameChat, with noise-cancelling technology

  • 3D audio functionality, even without a surround sound system

Other hardware features
  • New kickstand to hold the Switch 2 at any angle

  • The new dock supports 4K compatibility when connected to an external display. It also has a built-in fan to keep the system cool.

The new kickstand holds the Switch 2 at any angle. Credit: Nintendo
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Nintendo's Virtual Game Cards Are Almost (But Not Quite) What Digital Games Need

How-To Geek - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 18:00

Nintendo's announcement of a new virtual game card feature for the Switch and (presumably) the Switch 2 didn't generate that much buzz, but it solves a problem I've had since the launch of the first Switch.

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Arlo’s Video Doorbell 2K Is Back to Its All-Time Low Price

How-To Geek - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:50

Video doorbells are an essential part of any smart home, and for many, they are also their first security cameras. If you don't have one yet, right now, you can get the excellent Arlo Video Doorbell 2K at the lowest price we've seen.

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Amazon deal of the day: The Sonos Arc soundbar is cheaper than its ever been

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:48
Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of April 2: OUR TOP PICK Sonos Arc $599 (save $300) Get Deal BEST TABLET DEAL Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ (128GB, WiFi) $419.99 (save $180) Get Deal BEST BUDGET SOUNDBAR DEAL Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus $189.99 (save $60) Get Deal BEST ROBOT VACUUM DEAL Dreame D10 Plus robot vacuum and mop combo $254.99 (save $145) Get Deal BEST APPLE DEAL Apple iPad Mini (128GB, WiFi) $399 (save $100) Get Deal

Despite the Amazon Big Spring Sale wrapping up on Monday, there's tons of deals still sticking around. We're talking all-time lows on gadgets from top brands like Sonos, Samsung, and Apple. If you missed out on the official sale, we've got you covered with the best deals still live we think are worth grabbing.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on April 2. None of these catching your eye? Check out our picks from yesterday, April 1. Many of those are still hanging around as well, including the Sony SRS-XG300 Bluetooth speaker for 59% off.

Our top pick: Sonos Arc Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Arc $599 at Amazon
$899 Save $300 Get Deal

What kept the Sonos Arc off of our list of the best TV soundbars was its steep price tag of $899. But as of April 2, it's down to a much more approachable $599 or 33% off at Amazon. That's cheaper than it was during the Big Spring Sale and a new best price ever. While we tested the fancier Arc Ultra, our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) reviewed the Arc and gave it the coveted PCMag Editors' Choice award, thanks to its fantastic audio profile, crisp dialogue, thumping bass, and deep Dolby Atmos-bolstered layers. To sum it up: "The impressive Sonos Arc takes the best parts of the company's other soundbars and combines them into one Dolby Atmos-compatible package."

Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ (128GB, WiFi) $419.99 at Amazon
$599.99 Save $180 Get Deal

The budget-friendly version of the Galaxy Tab S9+ just got 30% cheaper. It's usually just $599.99 for the S9 FE+ with 128GB of storage and WiFi connectivity, but as of April 2, it'll only cost you $419.99. Though it boasts similar features to the S9+, like an IP68 dust- and water-resistant rating, a 12.4.-inch screen, 20 hours of battery life, and an included S Pen, it differs in the display, CPU, and price. Mashable reviewer RJ Andersen writes, "At a mid-range price, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ is a great tablet for casual users who still want a high-quality, reliable device."

Check out our full review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+.

Fire TV Soundbar Plus Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus $189.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $60 Get Deal

If the Sonos Arc is still out of your price range on sale, check out this Amazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus deal instead. Usually $249.99, it's down to just $189.99 as of April 2 — that's 24% in savings. The Soundbar Plus features three full-range speakers, three tweeters, and a built-in subwoofer (unlike the basic Fire TV Soundbar), so it can pump out sound in every direction. It also offers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and DTS TruVolume support, making it an all-in-one sound system for immersive audio. Already own a Fire TV Stick? You can even use the same remote to control it.

Dreame D10 Plus Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame D10 Plus robot vacuum and mop combo $254.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $145 Get Deal

The Dreame D10 Plus robot vacuum and mop combo isn't going to compete with the fanciest models around, but for the price, it'll hold its own. It packs pretty standard 6,000Pa suction power, a 150ml clean water tank with three flow settings, and a battery life of 285 minutes. Plus, it's equipped with smart mapping, obstacle avoidance, voice assistant support, and a self-emptying base that can hold up to 90 days' worth of debris before needing your attention. And the best part is that it'll only cost you $254.99 while it's still on sale post-Big Spring Sale. That's 36% in savings.

Apple iPad Mini Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Mini (128GB, WiFi) $399 at Amazon
$499 Save $100 Get Deal

Released last fall, the iPad Mini features a handful of welcome (although predictable) upgrades. It packs a new A17 Pro chip, more starting storage at 128GB, a boost in RAM, and Apple Intelligence compatibility. "If you're new to the iPad, and you want the most compact one around (or any compact tablet), the new iPad mini 7 is the best choice," Mashable reviewer Stan Schroeder writes. He adds that it's not the most exciting upgrade, but it's great for streaming, reading, and casual scrolling. As of April 2, the base model is back down to just $399, saving you 20%.

None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.

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Take $31 off the ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium and get ahead of the summer heat

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:40

SAVE $31: As of April 2, you can get the ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium for just $218.99 at Amazon. That's 12% off the list price and a $31 discount.

Opens in a new window Credit: ecobee ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium $218.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $31 Get Deal

One thing I loved about my old apartment was that it came equipped with a smart thermostat. If I was too cold to get out of bed, I just turned on the heat with my phone (same deal for the AC in the summer). A smart thermostat is a small luxury worth the investment, and right now, you can get your own smart thermostat for $31 off.

As of April 2, you can get the ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium at Amazon for $218.99, down from $249.99. That's $31 off, or a discount of 12%. This isn’t the lowest we’ve seen for this smart thermostat, but it’s still a solid deal if you’re trying to beat the summer heat (especially if you’d like to control your thermostat from your phone, like I did).

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Echo Show 10 is one of our favorite smart home devices

The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium features an air quality monitor that alerts you when your air is dry or has elevated levels of pollutants. It’ll also remind you to change your furnace’s air filter and alert you whenever your home reaches a dangerously low temperature. Bonus: There’s a built-in smoke alarm and alert system for possible break-ins (when your system is armed).

Like other smart thermostats, the ecobee auto-adjusts the temperature in your home to reduce hot and cold spots. The manufacturer says the thermostat can save you up to 26% on annual energy bills, and you can control it from anywhere using your phone. It also comes with a smart speaker and your choice of voice assistant (Alexa or Siri), which you can then use to adjust the temperature or play music.

All in all, this is a quality thermostat with a ton of features that will keep your home safer and more comfortable.

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Donkey Kong Bananza announced at Nintendo Switch 2 event

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:36

A new-look, modern Donkey Kong is here. Nintendo announced a new game — Donkey Kong Bananza (get it...like bananas) — featuring the classic character.

The new game is the first 3D Donkey Kong release since 1999's Donkey Kong 64. It's been a long wait for fans of Donkey Kong and they finally got the news at Nintendo's event on Wednesday that debuted the Switch 2. Nintendo dropped a high-energy trailer for Bananza during the event that showed Donkey Kong running, bashing, and chasing down bananas.

The game is scheduled to be released on July 17. It's just one of a number of exciting games previewed at Wednesday's event. Perhaps most exciting was Mario Kart World, a new version of the classic racing game. While Nintendo dropped lots of details on Mario Kart World — you can drive off course and the weather will change, for instance — we're still waiting on further details about the actual gameplay for Donkey Kong Bananza. It's safe to assume there will be some fun bashing involved, at least.

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Nintendo drops surprise FromSoftware game The Duskbloods

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:31

With Nintendo kicking off its live Direct event, the gaming giant is giving a first glimpse into its much-anticipated 2025-2026 lineup, finally announcing an official release date for the new Switch 2.

Along with confirmations of expected game releases, like the latest entry in the Mario Kart lineup, Nintendo had a few surprises up its sleeve, including a new multiplayer RPG from Dark Souls and Elden Ring developer FromSoftware. Titled The Duskbloods, the steampunk fantasy game promises a lot of lore and an action-packed lineup of monsters.

SEE ALSO: Switch 2 Nintendo Direct today: See the latest updates from the April 2 event

Assuming the role of some kind of vampire-like creature, players navigate a combat-filled, industrialized city and a myriad of foes, including a nightmare sewer creature, a suite of evil-looking weaponed opponents, and what appears to be a shapeshifting dinosaur. Don't worry: Guns exist in this universe, too.

The game's moonlight-dependent characters and monster transformations reminded many fans of the popular 2015 Bloodborne, another FromSoftware game which features Lovecraftian horrors and an atmospheric Victorian-inspired city setting. Bloodborne 2 might not be happening, but now we have The Duskbloods.

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The game will be exclusive to the Switch 2 and is expected to release in 2026.

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Apple AirTags are now cheaper than their Amazon Big Spring Sale price

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:28

SAVE 31%: A 4-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale at Amazon for $67.99, down from the list price of $99. That's a savings of $32 and a price that beats the Amazon Big Spring Sale deal by $2.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (4-pack) $67.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $31.01 Get Deal

Vacation vibes are in the air. Now that we're dethawing from winter with warmer temps, spring break and summer holidays are in the works. If you have travel plans, tucking a Bluetooth tracker into your bags is a must these days. For those who could use a few trackers, check out this deal at Amazon.

As of April 2, a four-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale for just $67.99, marked down from the standard price of $99, at Amazon. That works out to a 31% discount and a savings of $32.

Apple AirTags were discounted during the Amazon Big Spring Sale, which technically ended on Monday. The four-pack was on sale for $69.99, which means today's sale price of $67.99 beats the previous sale by $2.

SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals still live after Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Last chance to save on MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches

Four Apple Bluetooth trackers for $67.99 means each tracker costs just $16.99. Considering a single Apple AirTag is currently on sale for $24, this four-pack is well worth the investment. Having a few around the house is certainly not a bad thing, since you can use in your work backpack, one on your key ring, one on the dog's collar, and another in your suitcase.

In Mashable's review of the best Bluetooth trackers for travel and lost luggage, the Apple AirTag gets top marks as the ideal option for iPhone users.

If you need to restock your stash of Apple AirTags, today's sale price is a great opportunity to check that off your to-do list before summer vacation. Grab the four pack at Amazon for just $67.99 and always keep tabs on your important belongings.

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Every Switch 2 game revealed in the Nintendo Direct livestream

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:26

This year's Nintendo Direct had some exciting announcements for the Nintendo Switch 2, including a launch date of June 5, 2025, features on the new machine, and tons of new and classic games.

Donkey Kong Bananza

Everyone's favorite gorilla is coming to Switch 2 in Donkey Kong Banaza, set to launch on July 17, 2025. It's a 3D platforming adventure where Donkey Kong can smash through just about anything.

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment

Set to be released this winter, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment comes from Nintendo and Koei Tecmo. The musou-style game is a prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Users can play as Zelda as they go back in time to the Imprisonment War.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 preorders will start on April 9: How to register for priority access Duskbloods

Look out for Duskbloods, the new FromSoftware game, in 2026. It's a very spooky, gothic horror game with vampire-fueled adventure.

Featured Video For You Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Live Recap Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

The beloved Elden Ring is finally coming to Nintendo consoles with the new Tarnished Edition, one of the many third-party games that will be available on the Switch 2. The announcement came as a welcome surprise to many fans.

Mario Kart World

As expected, we just got the newest Mario Kart game for the Switch 2. Mario Kart World has a day-and-night system that matches the weather to your environment. Plus, you can go anywhere on and off the track.

Dozens more games announced

Also announced, some of which are versions of a game we already love but can now play on Switch 2, and some that are entirely new, include:

  • Arcade Archives 2: Ridge Racer

  • Borderlands 2

  • Civilization VII Switch 2 Edition

  • Cyberpunk 2077

  • Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion

  • Deltarune

  • Drag x Drive

  • EA Sports FC 25

  • EA Sports Madden 25

  • Fast Fusion

  • Final Fantasy VII: Remake

  • Fortnite

  • Goodnight Universe

  • Hades II

  • Hitman: World of Assassination

  • Hollow Knight: Silksong

  • Hogwarts Legacy

  • Human Fall Flat 2

  • Kirby Air Riders

  • Kirby and the Forgotten Land

  • Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess

  • Marvel Cosmic Invasion

  • Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

  • NBA 2K

  • Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour

  • No Sleep for Kaname Date - From AI: The Somnium Files

  • Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition

  • Pokémon Legends: Z-A

  • Professor Layton and the New World of Steam

  • Project 007

  • Puyo Puyo Tetris S2

  • Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army

  • Reanimal

  • Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma

  • Shadow Labyrinth

  • Split Fiction

  • Star Wars Outlaws

  • Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar

  • Street Fighter 6

  • Super Mario Jamboree

  • Survival Kids

  • Tamagotchi Plaza

  • The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

  • Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4

  • Two Point Museum

  • Wild Hearts

  • Witchbrook

  • WWE 2K

  • Yakuza 0 Director's Cut

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Toyota’s Latest Off-Road Models Are Climbing to the Top of the Sales Charts

How-To Geek - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:18

Toyota has long been the leader in small and midsize trucks, with even the older Tacoma holding its ground against newer competitors. However, since its updated, four-cylinder-only Tacoma launched, the model has seen even greater success.

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Tackle the shapeshifting world of Super Mario Odyssey for $20 off

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:13

SAVE $20: As of April 2, get Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch for $39.99, down from its usual price of $59.99, at Woot.

Opens in a new window Credit: Woot 'Super Mario Odyssey' $39.99 at Woot
$59.99 Save $20 Get Deal

The Nintendo Switch 2 finally has a release date, and we can explore the new console and a wide variety of new games this June. But in the meantime, there's still a massive library of Switch games to enjoy, with some getting enhanced editions for the Switch 2. There wasn't a flagship Mario game announced just yet, but that doesn't mean you can't spend plenty of time with everyone's favorite plumber.

As of April 2, get Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch for $39.99, down from its usual price of $59.99, at Woot. That's $20 off, or a discount of 33%. Keep in mind that this deal is for a physical copy of the game instead of a digital code, so you'll have to wait for it to be shipped to you.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 preorders will start on April 9: How to sign up

Super Mario Odyssey takes Mario on his biggest, open-world adventure yet to rescue Princess Peach before she's joined in unholy matrimony with the pesky Bowser. Mario enlists the help of his new friend Cappy, a magical hat that can help him transform into a ton of different forms, to travel the globe and stop Bowser in his tracks.

You can turn into everything from streetlights to flowers, all while enjoying the classic platforming you've come to expect from 3D Mario games. There are tons of great costumes, Easter eggs, and other media from throughout the history of the Mario franchise to discover, too. Plus, there's a lot of game to play here. You'll be engaged for hours, that's for sure.

Be sure to grab the game while it's on sale — just in time to celebrate the Switch 2 debut this June.

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Build 3 forest animals with one Lego kit for 30% off at Amazon

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:48

SAVE $15: As of April 2, you can snag the Lego Creator 3-in-1 Forest Animals building kit for a record low of $34.99, down from $49.99, at Amazon. That's a 30% discount and a $15 price cut.

Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Creator 3-in-1 Forest Animals building kit $34.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $15 Get Deal

The best kind of gifts are ones that are both fun and something they'll want to hold on to for a long time. Consider switching things up and giving your little ones a gift that will occupy hours of their time: Lego building blocks.

Right now, you can get the Lego Creator 3-in-1 Forest Animals kit at Amazon for $34.99, down from $49.99. That's 30% off for three toys in one.

SEE ALSO: Lego is giving away an exclusive Mother's Day Flower for free. Here’s how to get yours.

With this building set, you’ll get 667 Lego pieces to build a red fox, which can then be rebuilt into an owl, and again into a red squirrel. Once built, the red fox toy can move its head, tail, and paws. It also comes with enough pieces to create a snow-covered tree stump (for the fox), spruce tree stand (for the owl), and acorn (for the squirrel).

It's endless fun for the kid who loves animals and creating with their hands.

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Nintendo Switch 2 release date, price announced

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:18

Years of rumor-mongering and leaks have been put to rest. We finally have a price and release date for Nintendo Switch 2, straight from the mothership.

During its big Nintendo Direct stream on Wednesday morning, Nintendo showed off a bunch of games and new features, as expected. However, for many, the biggest news is that the console is launching on June 5, 2025.

The starting price for the Nintendo Switch 2 is $449.99. That's $150 more than the Nintendo Switch's original launch price of $299.99, but $50 less than the PS5 and Xbox Series X's launch prices of $499.99.

The release date is roughly in line with what we expected based on earlier news reports and leaks. June is an unusual time for any other company to launch a console, but for Nintendo, it makes some sense. Early adopters can purchase the initial supply and enjoy a launch lineup that includes Mario Kart World while Nintendo builds up additional supply and more games for the holiday season and beyond.

At last, we can finally stop listening to random leakers on message boards.

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The best Apple deals still live after Amazons Big Spring Sale: Last chance to save on MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:16
The best Apple deals still live after Amazon's Big Spring Sale Best MacBook Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399 (Save $200) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $168.99 (Save $10.01) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $549 (Save $50) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm) $329 (Save $70) Get Deal

If you're looking for discounted Apple products, Amazon is a reliable place to grab them year-round.

However, during its Big Spring Sale (March 25 to 31), we kept our eyes peeled as even more deals went live. While the sale focused primarily on "springtime favorites" like outdoor furniture and garden supplies, last year's inaugural BSS did bring some tech deals. Best of all, exempting a few exclusive offers, most deals are available to all customers, regardless of their Prime membership status.

SEE ALSO: 15+ robot vacuums on sale ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Throughout the sale, we spotted deals on new releases like the M3 iPad Air, 11-inch iPad, and M4 MacBook Airs. In addition to iPads, we also found a $400 markdown on the M3 13-inch MacBook Air and $170 price cut on the Beats Studio Pro. Now that the sale is over, we're tracking the best deals still live. While some of the biggest deals have fizzled out, there's still plenty to choose from as the sale draws to a close. You'll just need to act fast if you want to claim them.

Note: Deals with a 🔥 next to them have dropped to record-low prices.

Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399 at Amazon
$1,599 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

If you need a zippy laptop that's lightweight and portable while still capable of handling anything you need to do on the go, this 2024 M4 MacBook Pro is well worth it. Save $200 off its normal price of $1,599 and score a 10-core CPU and GPU with a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. For a newer laptop that just came out last year, this is a great discount that's well worth picking up now while you still can.

More MacBook and Mac dealsMacBook AirMacBook ProMacBest AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $168.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $10.01 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation.

With the AirPods Pro 2 back up to $199 (aka the price they're at most of the time), AirPods deals are officially dying down as we finish up the final day of the Big Spring Sale. If you're dead set on getting a pair of Apple earbuds with noise cancellation on sale, you can still grab the AirPods 4 with ANC on sale for 17% off. They don't have the same silicone tips as the Pro, nor some of the fancier features, but they still have great noise cancellation and a very similar design to their more expensive counterpart.

More AirPods dealsBest iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB)🔥 $549 at Amazon
$599 Save $50 Get Deal Why we like it

The M3 iPad Air just hit the market earlier this month, but you can already grab it for $50 off. At the time of writing, the previous generation Air costs even more on Amazon at $599 (though you can grab it on sale for $499 at Best Buy). Beyond the chip upgrade, this iPad features plenty of Apple Intelligence integration, from the Photos and Notes apps, to the Writing Tools feature that uses ChatGPT. Though we've yet to test this tablet hands-on for ourselves, the M2 Air is our favorite iPad for most people — we imagine the M3 Air will follow suit.

More iPad dealsiPadiPad AiriPad miniBest Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm)🔥 $329 at Amazon
$399 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Apple Watch Series 10.

The Apple Watch Series 10 only came out this past fall, making this $70-off deal especially impressive. Along with its larger wide-angle OLED display, Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder found this smartwatch to be lighter than its predecessors, with an ultra-fast charge time. This watch generation introduced fitness features like a depth gauge, sleep apnea detection, and a Vitals app, but it's worth noting those features aren't exclusive to the Series 10. However, if your Series 6 has been on the fritz for a while, or you've never owned an Apple Watch, $329 is a solid price to grab Apple's latest smartwatch.

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Seth Meyers and Paul Rudd day drinking goes hilariously off the rails

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:13

On Late Night With Seth Meyers, the eponymous talk show host took Death of a Unicorn star Paul Rudd day drinking, and the results are as delightfully chaotic as you would hope.

SEE ALSO: Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega and the 'Death of a Unicorn' cast reveal when their minds were utterly blown

The popular Seth Goes Day Drinking series has previously welcomed guests like Julia Louis-Dreyfuss, Kristen Stewart, Dua Lipa, Will Forte, Lizzo, Rihanna, Lorde, Retta, and Kelly Clarkson. This time, the bar-set segment kicks off with the longtime friends chugging horrific-sounding cocktails which are inspired by some standouts in Rudd's filmography. The Ant-Man cocktail is fittingly made of alcohol poured from tiny bottles, while the Knocked Up is a blended monstrosity of foods that pregnant people crave. (And yes, Meyers insists he must make eye contact with Rudd while blending.)

But the worst of the drinks has to be the Romeo + Juliet, in which Rudd played the unalluring suitor Count Paris. "Everything in this will kill you," Meyers tells Rudd. And he's not wrong! The catastrophic combination of Four Loko, Five Hour Energy, and Hot Sauce sends the pair into a spiral so bad that they apparently had to pause filming and wait three days to finish the shoot.

Luckily, Rudd comes back with a vengeance (albeit without his unicorn-themed cowboy height) for a series of games. Watch the whole video above to see Rudd and Meyers recreate scenes from Taken, shoot unicorn heads with Ghostbusters proton packs, and potentially break the record for biggest belch ever heard on the show.

Death of a Unicorn is now playing in theaters.

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200+ of the best deals still live after Amazons Big Spring Sale

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:11
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals still live: Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) bundle $327.97 (save $35) Get Deal Best Apple deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $549 (save $50) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Qrevo Master $899.99 (save $500) Get Deal Best smart home deal Kasa Smart Light Bulbs (4 pack) $24.99 (save $15) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Nutribullet full-size blender combo $98.33 (save $31.66) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Coleman Skydome Camping Tent (6-person) $179.99 (save $60) Get Deal Best book deal "Sunrise on the Reaping" by Suzanne Collins $19.59 (save $8.49) Get Deal

Amazon has sprung a bunch of seasonal deals on shoppers over recent weeks. The retail giant's weeklong Big Spring Sale ran through Monday, March 31, delivering discounts on "end-of-season winter items" and "springtime favorites" across more than 35 categories, per its press release.

The Big Spring Sale was Amazon's first major savings event of the year, and unlike its flagship summer Prime Day sale, the deals were not exclusive to Prime members. Prime members did get access to a handful of special offers, which were identified with a "Prime Spring Deal" badge.

SEE ALSO: When does Amazon's Big Spring Sale end?

Is there anything left over from the Amazon sale? While the sale technically ended on March 31, we're still seeing some lingering deals that are worth buying. Mashable's shopping experts are keeping track of the best deals still live on Amazon even though the Big Spring Sale is over according to the calendar. (Our sister site CNET has extensive coverage of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, too.) With eight years of experience covering Amazon's sales under our belts, we've developed a tried-and-true deal-hunting methodology to find hidden gems among the retailer's myriad listings. We cross-check prices with Amazon's competitors, track pricing trends, and vet products' value based on our hands-on testing, and we only recommend what's most worth buying. You can read more about our deals coverage here.

Read on for our updated list of Amazon's best Big Spring Sale deals still live on smart home devices, Apple gadgets, robot vacuums, outdoor gear, kitchen appliances, books, and much more.

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Nintendo announces Hollow Knight: Silksong for Switch 2

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 16:01

Hollow Knight fans, Nintendo has confirmed the sequel is coming to Switch 2.

Announced at the company's Nintendo Direct event on Wednesday, along with the Switch 2, Hollow Knight: Silksong will be released in 2025 (that's all we're getting for now). The follow-up to Metroidvania and Team Cherry's 2017 game, Silksong was heavily rumoured to be unveiled at Nintendo's Switch event last week, but seems to have been held specifically for todays Switch 2 announcement — and it was a blink and you'll miss it moment at the end of the hour-long presentation.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo announces 'Mario Kart World' during Switch 2 stream

Hollow Knight: Silksong has been one of the most wishlisted games on Steam for an age. The game was first announced by Team Cherry in 2019 as full-scale sequel to Hollow Knight instead of downloadable content.

"Almost from the very start, Hornet’s adventure was intended to take place in a new land," the Australian developers wrote in a blog post then, "But as we dove in, it quickly became too large and too unique to stay a DLC, as initially planned. We do know that makes the wait a little longer, but we think the final, fresh world you’ll get to explore is worth it."

It's not the only game Nintendo announced on Wednesday, with the gaming giant heralding the upcoming release of Mario Kart World.

For everything Nintendo announced today, including the Switch 2, Mashable's got you covered.

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Nintendo is finally putting GameCube games on Nintendo Switch Online for Switch 2

Mashable - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 15:52

The big Nintendo news everyone was waiting for on Wednesday is finally here: You can play 20-year-old games on Switch 2.

Plus, there's also a dedicated Nintendo GameCube controller updated with the "C" button for GameChat also announced today.

But for real, one of the cooler little nuggets that Nintendo shared in its big Nintendo Switch 2 Direct livestream on Wednesday morning is that Nintendo GameCube games are coming to the Nintendo Switch Online service. For those who don't know, people who subscribe to NSO (a requirement to play online multiplayer in most Switch games) get access to a Netflix-like catalogue of old games from various platforms. Until now, that list of platforms started at the NES and ended at the N64.

SEE ALSO: Switch 2 Nintendo Direct today: See the latest updates from the April 2 event

Some of the GameCube games you'll be able to play on NSO to start with include The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, SoulCalibur II, and F-Zero GX. Nintendo, of course, will add more games to that catalogue over time, but it's impossible to say what they will be or at what rate they will come out. There are a couple of interesting wrinkles to consider here. One is that Nintendo has already done extensive remaster work to some of the best GameCube games, like Metroid Prime, so it stands to reason that the company might opt to sell you those games again instead of putting them on NSO, but we'll have to see about that.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo just added sat nav to 'The Legend of Zelda'

The other is that these games will only be playable on Switch 2.

The most exciting part of a new console launch is new games, but it's also pretty cool to see some of the best Nintendo games of yesteryear get their time in the spotlight, too.

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