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Old office mini PCs have been flooding online marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace for years. They’re often listed for as little as $50 or even less, but with limited demand, they can easily be overlooked. At first glance, they might seem like outdated hardware that isn’t worth much attention, but once you install a Linux server OS, it could quickly become one of the most useful pieces of tech in your home.

A quick look at the new flower Lego sets from June 2026 Lego Water Lilies (11511) $29.99 Shop Now Lego Woodland Mushrooms (11505) $79.99 Shop Now Lego Floral Decor Perfume Bottle (31383) $29.99 Shop Now

April showers bring May flowers, and June brings new Lego Botanicals sets — or however the old saying goes. On June 1, Lego dropped two new nature-inspired sets to add to your ever-growing Lego flowers collection: Meet Woodland Mushrooms and Water Lilies. Both are absolutely delightful and retail for less than $100.

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For $79.99, the Woodland Mushrooms set (11505) is the cutest slab of moss that you've ever seen. It features a colorful array of fungi, from spotted red "toadstool" mushrooms in the center to fiber cap, earthstar, chanterelle, bonnet, and oyster mushrooms. Plants like purple autumn crocuses, plus a variety of leaves, add some greenery to complete the forest fantasy. The set contains 806 pieces total.

For $29.99, the Water Lilies set (11511) features one white and one pink water lily in precious transparent vases that look like they're filled with water. Multiple leaves on each flower are bendable to open and close the blooms. (If you have cats, this is your safe way to display lilies at home!) The set contains 259 pieces and would make a fun gift for kids.

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Though it technically doesn't fall in the Botanicals family, the new Lego Floral Decor Perfume Bottle still involves Lego flowers — it's so cute that I have to make it an honorable mention.

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For $29.99, the crystal-like perfume bottle features a spray nozzle, a fancy transparent lid, stems of three different flowers for some color, and swappable tiles for the label on the front. The bottle can also be rebuilt into a vase holding a bouquet or a smoothie in a clear jar with a handle, plus a straw and a tiny menu covered in flowers.

It's no secret that the MacBook Neo has been selling well, but now it's clearer just how strong that demand really is. IDC analysts report that Apple shipped over 1.1 million units of its first budget laptop within the first three weeks of its March launch.

SAVE $10: As of June 2, get a pair of Beats Solo Buds for $69.99, down from their usual price of $79.99. That's a discount of 13%.

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If you're in the market for a new pair of earbuds, few options are cooler than transparent colored tech. That's what you get with a pair of Beats Solo Buds, which come in this fun, bright red that evokes the Y2K tech of our dreams. And if you want to bring a pair home right now, you can save on them thanks to this deal at Best Buy.

As of June 2, get a pair of Beats Solo Buds for $69.99, down from their usual price of $79.99. That's $10 off and a discount of 13%.

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These earbuds pack bombastic sound into a small package. They come with dual-layer drivers to help cut down on distortion for high-fidelity sound, custom acoustic architecture to give you that familiar Beats rhythm, and specially-positioned drivers that get your music directly into your ears for sound that's customized to the way you wear your earbuds.

They also come in a tiny case, the smallest Beats has ever made, though their size doesn't mean they skimp on quality. They offer 18 hours of battery life, and with Fast Fuel, you can charge them for 5 minutes and get another hour of playback so you aren't left without your tunes too long.

Whether you need a new pair of earbuds for heading to the gym, listening to your favorite songs in private, or just checking out the latest podcasts, you can't go wrong with these fun, brightly-colored headphones. And the savings are the (very red) cherry on top, while they're still available.

PREORDER HEATED RIVALRY SEASON 1 ON DVD: Preorders are live for securing Heated Rivalry Season 1 on DVD, Blu-ray, or in 4K. Prices range between $29.99 for the DVD version and $67.99 for the 4K Collector's Edition. The release date is set for April 30, 2027.

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Dear fellow Loons, we're having a great week, aren't we? The Fleece drops tomorrow, it's Pride month, and now we have a special treat we've all been hoping for. Heated Rivalry Season 1 is coming to DVD. Here's how to preorder.

With a release date set for April 30, 2027, preorders are live at Amazon for Season 1 of Heated Rivalry. The DVD version is set at $29.99 while the Blu-ray is $34.99. If you want to go big, consider the 4K Collector's Edition, which is selling for $67.99.

If you worry that HBO will remove our ability to reheat our favorite show, same. Instead of living in fear, we can now order Season 1 on DVD. The downside is that we won't get the DVD in hand until the end of April 2027, but consider this preorder as a gift to your future self. On a positive note, does this April release date tease when Season 2 is dropping? It's possible.

SEE ALSO: The best HBO Max deals and bundles in May 2026

During an era when streaming service prices continue to climb at a relentless rate, securing Heated Rivalry on DVD seems like the smart financial move.

Keep in mind you might need to rummage through your parent's garage to find a DVD player, or consider snagging one during the upcoming Prime Day sale.

If you're still taking trips to the cottage by (re)watching Heated Rivalry (like I am), gift yourself or your best friend the DVD version of Heated Rivalry Season 1. Come April of next year, you'll be thrilled you did.

GET A FREE PHONE, TABLET, AND SMARTWATCH: Through June 17, Verizon is offering Samsung, Apple, and Google bundle options with free phones, tablets, and smartwatches for customers who add a new phone line on myPlan.

Verizon bundle deals at a glance: Apple Ultimate Bundle Free iPad A16 and Apple Watch Series 11 with purchase of an iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro on select Unlimited plans Get Deal Samsung Ultimate Bundle Free Galaxy S26 w/ any myPlan (No Trade), plus free Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Watch8 Get Deal Google Ultimate Bundle Free Google Pixel 10 Pro w/ any myPlan (No Trade), plus free Pixel Watch 4 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE Get Deal

Whether you're considering switching mobile carriers or you just love getting free stuff, Verizon has a few bundle deals worth looking into this month. It's not traditionally the best time of year to score a major phone deal (that would be the holiday season), but apparently Verizon doesn't play by the rules.

Most "free" phone deals from mobile carriers require you to ship your old phone back for a trade-in situation. But these bundle deals from Verizon require much less effort. Whether you're an Apple, Samsung, or Google fan, there's an option for you to get some free stuff. These deals end on June 17, so you'll want to lock in your new devices in the next couple of weeks.

Here's a breakdown of the best Verizon bundle deals available now:

Samsung Ultimate Bundle

Get the Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy Watch8, and Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G all on Verizon for free when you open a new line on myPlan (including Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Welcome plan). No trade-in is required, but you will need to pay a little extra for the Watch8 and Galaxy Tab S10 FE cellular lines.

Google Ultimate Bundle

Google fans can get the excellent Google Pixel 10 Pro on Verizon for free with a new line on myPlan (including Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus, or Unlimited Welcome). Not to mention, you'll get the Google Pixel Watch 4 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE bundled for free. Note that these accessories will cost a little extra per month on your plan.

Apple Ultimate Bundle

Bundle a new iPad A16, Apple Watch Series 11, and iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro all for free when you open a new unlimited data line on either the Plus or Ultimate plan. No trade-in is required. Just note that you'll need to take out lines for the Apple Watch and iPad, which will cost a little more per month for the plan.

These offers are available to both new and existing Verizon customers who switch to an unlimited data plan, which start at $25 per month. We'll leave all of those details up to you. Either way, getting not only a new phone, but also a smartwatch and tablet for free in this economy feels like a crime. Secure yours by June 17.

When I first discovered Excel's dynamic array functions, my entire approach to spreadsheet design shifted. They replaced my clunky, multistep workarounds with smart, self-expanding formulas that adapt as data grows, turning complex workflows into single-cell systems.

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $1,000 AMAZON GIFT CARD: Set up a deal alert with Alexa and you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card. Set up the deal alert before 11:59 p.m. PT on June 18 for a chance at winning one of the 100 free gift cards.

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Amazon has officially announced Prime Day 2026. This year, they're mixing it up and holding the mega shopping event at the end of June, instead of July. Deals span June 23 to 26 this year. But like always, Amazon is already dropping prices. If you like the idea of having an extra $1,000 to spend on Prime Day shopping this year, listen up.

Amazon is hosting the Alexa's Got You Sweepstakes until 11:59 p.m. PT on June 18 which offers the opportunity to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card. To enter, you'll need to set up a deal alert with Alexa by using the Alexa for Shopping function at Amazon. Here's how to enter.

If you're browsing Amazon on your computer, head to the "Alexa for Shopping" tab that's located under the Amazon Prime header in the upper left corner. From here, you'll need to ask Alexa to set up a deal alert for you on any product. Once Alexa confirms your deal alert, you're already automatically entered into the sweepstakes.

SEE ALSO: As an early Prime Day treat, Amazon is offering three months of free access to Kindle Unlimited

If you're browsing Amazon from the app, the "Alexa for Shopping" function is located on the lower right corner — it's the blue "a." Once in the menu, ask Alexa to set up your deal alert, and voila.

If you have Echo devices at home, you can ask Alexa+ to set your deal alert and that'll also submit your entry into the contest. If you're one of the lucky 100 winners, Amazon will alert you via email "on or about June 19, 2026," according to the fine print details of the sweepstakes. Keep in mind you don't need to purchase anything to enter, but you do need to be logged into your free Amazon account to be eligible.

Since Prime Day offers great savings, why not enter to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card to make the sale that much sweeter? Just remember to set your Alexa deal alert before the deadline on June 18.

An unexpected side effect of Amazon switching to its newer Vega OS for its streaming devices was that it made the older Fire Sticks much more useful. The devices built on the Android-powered Fire OS continue to offer the power, flexibility, and customization that made them popular in the first place and that are largely absent from the newer models. Instead of throwing your old device in a drawer, now might be the best time to keep it around.

WIN FREE GROCERIES: As of June 2, order groceries to win a year of free Amazon groceries in the form of $10,000 Amazon gift cards.

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Groceries, like just about everything else, are getting more expensive by the day. Wouldn't it be nice if you could just, you know, not pay a single dime for them? It might sound like a dream, but it's actually a very real possibility. That's why you'll want to head over to Amazon and try your luck to win an entire year of free groceries from the retail giant. Yes, you read that right.

As of June 2, all you have to do is order groceries through Amazon or enter for free without making a purchase to win a year of free Amazon groceries in the form of $10,000 Amazon gift cards.

SEE ALSO: Amazon announces dates for a 4-day Prime Day sale in late June: Everything you need to know

The offer applies when you spend a qualifying $15 or more on Amazon Grocery, or by way of local stores approved by Amazon. If you don't want to enter that way, you can opt in to receive text messages from Amazon or use the "Click to Enroll for Free" button on the offer page daily.

The sweepstakes runs from June 2 through June 22, so you've got plenty of time to enter. You must have an Amazon account to qualiy, and from there, one hundred winners will be drawn and verified by Amazon. Keep an eye on your Amazon account and email after that, so you don't miss out on being notified about your potential bounty.

You'll be able to spend your gift cards after winning to your liking. So all you really need to do now is get on top of getting those entries in. Free is always better when it comes to having necessities at home, after all.

If you're unhappy with the state of your internet connection, and you've done the usual troubleshooting to optimize your Wi-Fi, the logical next step might often be buying a new router. Or is it?

Android users, update your devices. Google has just released new security updates for Android that fix a slew of vulnerabilities.

Just how many things did Google fix? A whopping 124 vulnerabilities, according to Bleeping Computer, have now been addressed in Google's June 2026 Android security patches. 

Google addressed some of the bigger vulnerabilities that it patched in a June 1 Android Security Bulletin.

"The most severe of these issues is a critical security vulnerability in the Framework component that could lead to remote escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed," Google wrote. "User interaction is not needed for exploitation."

In addition to that flaw, Google also included a fix for a zero-day flaw that has already been exploited by bad actors in targeted attacks.

The vulnerability, known as CVE-2026-21385, "affects the graphics driver of Qualcomm processors," according to cybersecurity company Pradeo. 

Google previously warned about this vulnerability in its Android Security Bulletin from March. The flaw enables an attack to trigger memory corruption through an integer overflow. Basically, this means that a bad actor can push more data to a graphics component than it can handle, triggering a flaw in the device's memory management, which can then be exploited to access a target's sensitive data.

Google Pixel devices will immediately receive the updates. However, third-party manufacturers might need to tweak the updates for their specific Android devices before releasing the security patches to their users.

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SAVE $26.97: Through July 15, Prime members can get three free months of Audible Standard membership in celebration of Prime Day. Usually $8.99 per month, that's just shy of $27 in savings.

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Amazon Prime Day has officially been announced for 2026. It will take place in June for the first time, running from June 23 to 26, instead of its typical mid-July time slot. And, as per usual, where there's Prime Day, there's an Audible deal.

One of my personal favorite annual deals looks a little bit different for 2026, though. Let's dig in.

Usually with Amazon's annual Prime Day Audible deal, Prime members get three free months of the Premium Plus membership. This year, the brand launched a new tier, so things have shifted. Through July 15, Prime members can get three free months of Audible Standard instead. It's still a great deal (it's free, duh), but the perks are a bit different.

The new Audible Standard plan lets you select one audiobook each month from the entire Audible collection. But unlike the Premium Plus plan, you can't keep those titles if and when you cancel your subscription. In other words, you'll have to finish listening before you cancel or else you lose access forever. Not to mention, you'll have to choose a title before your plan renews the next month or you'll miss your chance. Monthly picks don't roll over. At full price, I don't think it's worth it, but for free? Count me in.

Along with your audiobook pick each month, you'll also be able to enjoy unlimited listening to a curated library of Audible Originals and nearly 200 of the most popular titles previously available on Wondery+. So, if you want to get technical, you'll get more than just three audiobooks for free with this early Prime Day deal. Just be sure to cancel before the three months are up if you want to avoid getting charged $8.99. And be sure to finish listening to your audiobook selections before you cancel.

Crossovers may dominate driveways these days, but the sedan isn’t going anywhere. For plenty of drivers, a lower seating position, better road manners, and a more comfortable daily commute still matter more than maximum cargo space.

WWDC isn't for another week, but Apple has a tiny new iOS update to tide us over until then.

Yes, iOS 26.5.1 is officially here, per 9to5Mac. You can download it to your iPhone by opening Settings, then going to General, and then Software Update. Don't expect too much, though, as these patches are usually pretty small. Apple's official release notes paint a pretty good picture of what to expect from this update:

"This update addresses an issue for a small number of users that may prevent wired charging on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when the battery is nearly drained," Apple said.

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And that's it. There may be smaller bug fixes in this update that Apple didn't see a need to address, but the star of the show here is a fix to a battery charging issue on iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models. There was a known issue where those particular phones would be stubborn about turning back on if plugged into a wired charger after running out of battery. Putting them on a wireless charger for 10 to 15 minutes would fix it, but obviously, not everyone has one of those lying around. If Apple is to be believed, this isn't a problem anymore.

Just in case, you might want to plug your phone in before its screen goes black. And if you want to hear about actual substantive new iOS features, just wait a week.

Movie night has always been a staple in my household, especially with all the streaming services we subscribe to. We pop the popcorn, everyone picks their favorite seat in the room, and then we start the film.

SAVE $90.25: As of June 2, get a pair of Sony WH-CH720N Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $89.74 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $179.99. That's a discount of 50% and the lowest price we've seen.

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A great pair of headphones is a must if you're going to be spending any time out and about. While earbuds get the job done nicely, sometimes you get even more out of a pair of over-ear headphones. We've found a pair that both sound fantastic and can save you some serious cash if you head over to Amazon right now.

As of June 2, get a pair of Sony WH-CH720N Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $89.74 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $179.99. That's $90.25 off and a discount of 50%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: We tested the 9 best headphones and earbuds for working out

These are Sony's most lightweight headphones ever at just 192g. They offer both noise cancellation and access to Alexa built right in, so you don't need a second device to use Alexa with. Thanks to their Adaptive Sound and adjustable Ambient sound options, you can customize your own profile so your audio is tailored to your liking accordingly. And with a 35-hour battery life, you can listen for quite some time.

Mashable's Alex Bracetti took the headphones for a spin and praised their "near-flagship sound quality" as well as their "impressive active noise cancellation" and "light and comfy" build.

If a new pair of headphones is calling you, this might be the right one for you. The discount likely won't last long, so you'll want to get them while you can.

The Android ecosystem is lucky to have a wide selection of excellent, free, open-source apps. These apps are so good that they could easily charge a fee. I started by listing 7 of these apps, then 4 more—now here are another 3 I currently have installed on my phone. They're free of cost, don't show any ads, or sell subscriptions.

There's an easy solution if you want to watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day before your friends and avoid spoilers: sign up for Amazon Prime. Sony Pictures and Amazon are offering U.S. Prime members access to early screenings for the Marvel superhero movie on July 29, two days ahead of its official July 31 premiere.

If you ask Nvidia, its RTX Spark chip represents a fundamental shift in computing: we'll soon rely on AI agents to get most of our work done, and enjoy a powerhouse for creativity and gaming in the meantime. And the ingredients are certainly there between a wildly fast integrated GPU, a solid CPU, and talk of "all-day" battery life.