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Luxury SUVs are typically known for comfort, refinement, and capability, but not for efficiency. Many non-hybrid luxury crossovers prioritize power and prestige over fuel economy, making impressive mileage a bonus rather than an expectation. Yet in 2025, one non-hybrid luxury SUV quietly outpaces nearly all of its rivals in real-world efficiency, proving that premium driving doesn’t have to come with premium fuel bills.

We were supposed to be holidaying on the moon, driving hover cars, and passing our chores off to humanoid robot helpers by now. Though robotic helpers are closer than ever, the path forward is fraught with doubt, challenges, and serious privacy considerations.

Apple's history is replete with hyper-successful hardware ventures. From the Apple II to the M-series processors, the company has amassed a trove of triumphant products. However, there is also a small, exclusive group of Apple hardware products that bombed. Let's check them out.

The KDE team announced today a collection of maintenance updates for KDE Gear, its set of open source apps including the popular video editor Kdenlive and mobile multi-tool KDE Connect. Many other apps are also getting minor updates, improving the KDE experience overall.

VLC Media Player 3.0.23 'Vetinari' has been released, and despite the minor version number change, the latest update isn't just bug fixes. It has more improvements for the dark theme, which you might not have noticed from the last release.

Cron jobs are usually considered to be boring automation for backups, log rotation, and cleanup. I firmly believe that undersells what they are capable of, as with a little creativity, cron can easily become one of the most personal and surprisingly fun parts of your system. They are weird, practical, and just geeky enough to make your homelab and daily workflow feel alive instead of invisible.

Bose is open-sourcing the API documentation for its SoundTouch smart speakers. When a company decides to retire a product line, that's generally the end, but not in this case. This means the hardware won't become useless when cloud support officially ends on May 6, 2026.

CES is most often associated with new product announcements, but every now and then, you can find some fantastic CES specials on slightly older tech as companies make way for the new products. Sometimes, if you’re really lucky, you just might find discounts on brand-new tech.

USB ports come in many variants, but it's easy to assume that essentially, USB is USB. If it plugs in, it'll work equally well across every device. Unfortunately, that couldn't be further from the truth, and using your laptop as a way to quickly recharge your devices is a mistake in more ways than one. Here's why.

Luxury plug-in SUVs sound like the perfect compromise—quiet electric driving during the week, long-range comfort on road trips, and a premium badge in the driveway. The problem is that all that tech also means more parts that can go wrong once the warranty runs out.

MrBeast's latest video pins 30 celebrities against one another, with the celebs battling over $1 million.

If you're wondering, yes, Kevin Hart was there. Because, well, of course he was. Also among the famous folks: Jackass' Steve-O, DJ Diplo, Howie Mandel, and more. And, yes, the celebrities were competing for charity.

There are a number of games and eliminations along the way, and, yes, more giveaways. We don't want to spoil who ends up winning the cash — but it's good to know a charity out there made $1 million.

SAVE $100.01: As of Jan. 8. get the bmani ANC Headphones for $99.98 at Amazon using the on-page coupon. That's a discount of 50%.

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Looking for a new pair of headphones? You've got tons of options out there, but if you want to save some serious money and try something new, this Amazon deal has you covered.

As of Jan. 8. get the bmani ANC Headphones for $99.98 at Amazon using the on-page coupon. That's $100.01 off and a discount of 50%.

SEE ALSO: I tried Razer's Project Motoko AI headphones at CES 2026. Move over, smart glasses.

These headphones boast hybrid active noise cancelling that block up to 95% of ambient noise with a 4-layer system. They claim to use an ANC chip that can cut up to 45dB in just 0.02 seconds. And if you prefer to use Transparency Mode, you can open things up to make sure you can still hear what's going on around you.

They offer 120 hours of playback on just one charge, and you can get up to 2 hours of additional battery power when you charge them for just 10 minutes. Check how much battery you have left with their digital battery display. And with 6 mics as well spatial sound, you get excellent call quality that picks up your voice well so you don't have to be the one people keep asking what you said when you don these headphones.

If you're looking for something a little different that can still save you some serious cash, these headphones are well worth looking into. Just make sure you clip the coupon to scoop up this deal while it's still available.

We've all suffered through unskippable, annoying ads online. YouTube watchers, especially, know the struggle.

But Vietnam is working to ease that annoyance. The country has reportedly issued new rules that ban long, unskippable ads, instead limiting the portion you cannot skip to just five seconds, according to tech site Android Authority. The website Vietnam News reported that the new regulations are scheduled to go into effect on Feb. 15.

Wrote Vietnam News: "Under the new rules, viewers must be able to skip video advertisements and moving image sequences within five seconds."

Obviously, YouTube isn't the only platform that relies on unskippable ads, but it might be the largest platform and most common example. Advertising accounts for a significant portion of YouTube's business and is a primary source of revenue for creators. Google said last year it had paid about $100 billion to creators, artists, and media companies over the previous four years.

But users have complained about ads getting worse and more obtrusive. Vietnam moving to limit that pain could prove popular among folks who use YouTube.

This week, influencer Trisha Paytas teased a potential congressional run in a TikTok video with over five million views. (She also mentioned it in a YouTube video titled "2026 MANIFESTATIONS.")

The idea for her to be a California representative came to her in a dream, she said. "My main goal is to make it...adult work, not be legal until you're 25," she continued. (Paytas has posted content to OnlyFans in the past.) She has many other "agendas" too.

SEE ALSO: ICE is spending millions to use influencers as recruitment tools

"I never thought of myself as a political person until I started having kids," Paytas said, and realized the world can be "dystopian." She said her campaign slogan would be "California could be good."

Paytas hasn't yet filed paperwork to run as of this writing, according to a search on the Federal Election Commission website. However, she mentioned important deadlines in her video, such as the need to formally declare her candidacy by March 6 (which appears correct according to the qualification requirements on California's government website).

Paytas didn't elaborate on her political leanings, nor has she posted about it on TikTok in the days following (though commenters are already saying they'll vote for her). She also didn't respond to my request for an interview.

Given that our president is a literal reality TV star, we shouldn't dismiss Paytas. With that in mind, I have some questions for her, in no particular order:

• What political party are you joining, if any?

• Why limit adult work to people 25 and up?

• What qualifies as "adult work," exactly?

• How do you feel about age-verification laws (which typically require visitors to websites that host explicit content to input personal data like a government ID or facial scan)?

• What are the other bills you want to present, as you mentioned in your YouTube video?

• Will you continue your podcast, Just Trish, if you win?

• Do you have any other political aspirations?

If Paytas is interested in responding, my inbox is always open.

SAVE $200: As of Jan. 8, the Ecovacs Deebot T50 Omni robot vacuum and mop is down to just $449 at Amazon. That's over 30% in savings and its best price on record.

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Having a hard time deciding which robot vacuum to buy? With a severely oversaturated market and tons of different features to choose from, we totally understand the dilemma. If you want something that can vacuum and mop your floors without breaking the bank, this deal on the Ecovacs Deebot T50 Omni might be the factor that finally helps you decide.

As of Jan. 8, the Ecovacs Deebot T50 Omni robot vacuum and mop is down to only $449 at Amazon — $200 off its list price. That's over 30% in savings and its lowest price on record. Yes, even cheaper than it was during Cyber Week.

The thing with mopping robot vacuums is that not all of them can wash and dry their own mop pads. This is a total deal breaker in our eyes. Not only does that mean you have to do extra work yourself, but it can also translate to a smelly, mildewy mess. Fortunately, the T50 Omni does it all for you with its 10-in-1 hands-free Omni station. The Omni station essentially handles all the maintenance, thanks to 167°F hot water mop washing, 113°F hot air drying, auto dustbin emptying, water refilling, dirt detection, and cleaning solution auto-dispensing.

Other dealbreakers (in our eyes) are robot vacuums with less than 10,000 Pa suction power and no small obstacle avoidance and smart mapping on board. The T50 Omni checks all the right boxes, with 15,000 Pa suction power, AIVI 3D 3.0 smart navigation, and smart control with YIKO-GPT AI assistant.

A robot vacuum should make your life easier, not harder. The Deebot T50 Omni from Ecovacs is a solid pick for taking vacuuming and mopping off your hands. Plus, at over 30% off, it's easy on your wallet, too.

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, is the biggest tech showcase in the world, and Mashable reporters are on the ground reporting live from the event all week long.

Every year at CES, tech giants like Samsung, LG, Sony, and Lenovo preview their latest innovations, as well as futuristic concept products unlike anything you'll find in stores. CES is also a hub for ambitious startups, electric vehicle brands, and robotics companies. You never know what bizarre new gadgets (or laundry-folding robots) you'll find on the convention floor.

As part of the CNET Group, Mashable reporters will help select the winners for the official Best of CES 2026 Awards, so follow along as we cover the event in real-time. Keep checking back as we provide live updates, photos, and videos directly from the show floor.

Another year has arrived and that means there's no longer any need to stick to some seasonal-mandated viewing list. You will likely have your own methods for achieving this, be it in the form of seeing what these early months of 2026 has to offer theatrically or catching up on what you missed out on in 2025. For me, I like to use these cold winter months to indulge in some side-splittingly funny stand-up comedy.

SAVE $325: As of Jan. 8, get the DJI Osmo 3 Pocket Creator Combo for its lowest price ever. Shop the vlogging camera for $654 at Amazon and save $325 for 33% off.

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Looking to document 2026 in 4K? Whether you're looking to record your adventures for the memories or try your hand at vlogging, a good camera makes all the difference. Sure, you could just use your phone, but why not invest in your hobbies this year. If you're ready to do just that, we've found the lowest price ever on a creator-favorite camera.

As of Jan. 8, the DJI Osmo 3 Pocket Creator Combo is down to $654. That saves you $325 off its is $979 list price. That saves you 33% off and brings the camera down to its lowest price ever.

At VidCon 2025, we spotted the DJI Osmo 3 Pocket vlogging camera everywhere. It's for good reason, too. This compact camera records in vivid 4K, able to capture scenic moments both day and night. It has impressive stabilization so you can record on the go without capturing shaky footage. With the creator combo the DJI Osmo 3 Pocket comes with a mini tripod and the DJI Mic 2 transmitter.

Shop this deal on the DJI Osmo 3 Pocket Creator Combo at Amazon and save $325.

Do you think an empty desktop is a wasted desktop? Do you love decorating your workspace with widgets to make your desktop more useful? Well, here’s how I used KDE Plasma widgets to turn my Linux desktop into a functional project management dashboard—no extra apps required.

Picture this: A man wrapped in wires strolls into your diner, claims he's from an apocalyptic future, and asks for your help in saving the world. What do you do?

That's the bizarro situation that kicks off Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, an upcoming sci-fi adventure from director Gore Verbinski (Pirates of the Caribbean, Rango) and writer Matthew Robinson (The Invention of Lying).

SEE ALSO: 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die' trailer makes an apocalyptic villain of AI

Sam Rockwell stars as Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die's man from the future, who comes bearing terrible news of the end of the world. The film's latest trailer hints at the AI nature of this apocalypse, from sinister VR headsets to children staring mindlessly at their phone screens.

What can stop the fast-approaching end times? According to Rockwell's character, the answer lies in a Los Angeles diner, which holds the "perfect configuration" of people who can save humanity. Played by the likes of Haley Lu Richardson, Michael Peña, Zazie Beetz, Asim Chaudhry, and Juno Temple, can this crew of unlikely heroes truly bring the world back from the brink of destruction?

Jury's still out on that question, but there's no denying that Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die looks suitably bonkers. Shootouts with bad guys in pig masks, writhing masses of wires, a terrifying baby doll robot... These are just some of the wacky sights that await in the film's newest trailer. Check out the full chaos for yourself above.

Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die hits theaters Feb. 13.