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Instead of buying a NAS, I turned an old laptop and external drive into home network storage

How-To Geek - 1 hour 26 min ago

Years ago, I built an arcade cabinet from scratch and powered it with a Dell laptop from 2010 running Windows 7. It played games like Halo, Dragon's Lair, and plenty of other classic games. I also used it as a jukebox in my man cave. It got a lot of use over the years, and it lasted a long time, but several months ago it started to feel underpowered for what I was using it for. After looking around on Facebook Marketplace, I found a great replacement. It was a Dell desktop unit that already had Windows 11 installed. Once the switch was made, my old laptop didn’t have much to do.

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Your old optical drives still have one storage trick SSDs can't quite replace

How-To Geek - 1 hour 56 min ago

You've probably heard that CDs, DVDs, and physical media in general are experiencing a resurgence. Makes sense. I have so many different subscriptions to various streaming services, I'm seriously considering ditching it all and just collecting DVDs again. At least they're mine for life, then.

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Sam’s Club just dropped massive tech deals ahead of Prime Day: We found rare deals on TVs, laptops, and more

Mashable - 2 hours 4 min ago
Sam's club early Prime Day savings lineup: Best smart home deal Night Owl Wired 4K Deterrence Security Camera (2-Pack) $149 (save $30) Get Deal Best gaming monitor deal Samsung 49-inch Curved Odyssey QHD Gaming Monitor $699 (save $200) Get Deal Best laptop deal Samsung Galaxy Book4 15.6-inch Laptop $749 (save $150) Get Deal Best TV deal Samsung 85-inch QN70FD Series 4K Neo QLED Smart TV $1,198 (save $500) Get Deal

October Prime Day is right around the corner, but you don't have to wait for Amazon to launch its fall sale to score huge tech discounts. Sam's Club is jumping the gun and dropping its own sale across TVs, security cameras, gaming monitors, and laptops.

If you are not already a member, you can snag an annual Sam's Club membership for 50% off right now, which pays for itself instantly once you see the savings on these setups.

Whether you are looking to upgrade your living room with an 85-inch screen, ditch monthly security camera subscription fees, or grab a powerful new laptop before the holidays, here are the absolute best early tech deals you can shop at Sam's Club right now.

Best smart home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Night Owl Night Owl Wired 4K Deterrence Security Cameras (2-Pack) $149 at Sam's Club
$179 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

With the Night Owl Wired 4K Deterrence Security Cameras, you get ultra-sharp 4K video with full-color night vision, plus built-in spotlights, loud sirens, and two-way audio so you can talk to guests or scare off unwanted visitors right from your phone. Smart AI detection means it only alerts you to people and cars, not passing stray animals, and all your footage stays privately stored on a local recorder rather than on a paid cloud server.

More smart home dealsBest gaming monitor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Curved Odyssey QHD Gaming Monitor $699 at Sam's Club
$899 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

This monster 49-inch curved display gives you the screen space of two QHD monitors side by side, without a bezel blocking your view. An ultra-fast 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time keep rapid action smooth and lag-free, while the dramatic curve wraps your entire field of view straight into the game. Add in intense brightness and HDR color support, and it is a massive, immersive upgrade for both competitive gaming and multitasking.

More gaming monitor dealsBest laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book4 15.6-inch Laptop $749 at Sam's Club
$899 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

The Samsung Galaxy Book4 is a sleek, everyday workhorse laptop that packs the Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of fast SSD storage. It easily handles multitasking, streaming, and heavy browsing without breaking a sweat. The thin, lightweight design makes it super portable, while the spacious 15.6-inch Full HD display gives you plenty of screen space for work or movies. You also get long-lasting battery life and a microSD slot that lets you instantly expand your storage up to 2TB if you ever run out of space.

More laptop dealsBest TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 85-inch QN70FD Series 4K Neo QLED Smart TV $1,198 at Sam's Club
$1,698 Save $500   Get Deal Why we like it

A massive 85-inch screen for a little over a grand is already a sweet deal, but this Samsung TV brings real performance to back up that size. Its built-in AI processor automatically sharpens and brightens older, lower-resolution shows so they look crisp on a huge display, while deep contrast keeps blacks dark rather than washed-out gray. Gamers and sports fans will appreciate the buttery-smooth 144Hz refresh rate that cuts out annoying motion blur during fast action, and you get access to hundreds of free live TV channels right out of the box.

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T-Mobile is giving away the Motorola Razr+ for free — how to claim now

Mashable - 2 hours 9 min ago

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

Opens in a new window Credit: Motorola T-Mobile: Get the Motorola Razr+ for free   Shop Now

We know that Apple just launched new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. We know that the whole tech world is still obsessed with everything dropped at the latest event, but we're pleading with you to look elsewhere. You can actually pick up Motorola's latest handset for absolutely nothing — we'll explain how.

The Motorola Razr+ is available for free with T-Mobile, and you don't even need to trade in anything to qualify. The process of claiming this offer is straightforward.

To claim the new Motorola Razr+ for free with T-Mobile, 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 three-year mark, you’ll owe the remaining balance on the phone’s full retail price. 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."

We should probably point out that the new Apple iPhone 18 Pro is also available for free right now with T-Mobile. It's yours when you switch and bring your number or trade in an eligible phone in any condition on an Experience Beyond plan.

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The 2026 MacBook Air is $150 off ahead of Prime Day and comes with free bonuses

Mashable - 2 hours 11 min ago

SAVE $150: As of Oct. 1, the MacBook Air 13-inch is available for $1,449 at Amazon. That's a saving of $150 from the regular list price of $1,599.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple MacBook Air 13-Inch M5 $1,449 at Amazon
$1,599 Save $150   Get Deal

If you're looking for Apple deals during Amazon's upcoming October Prime Day — and what keen Apple user isn't? — you don't have to wait until the event kicks off proper on Oct. 6. There are early deals already live on Amazon, including a nice saving on the latest version of the 13-inch MacBook Air.

As of Oct. 1, the MacBook Air 13-inch is marked down to $1,449. Usually priced at $1,599, this laptop now offers a $150 savings. This deal also includes free access to Apple Arcade, Fitness+, and News+ for three months.

Released earlier this year, this MacBook Air is powered by the always impressive M5 chip and features Apple Intelligence, Touch ID, a stunning Liquid Retina display, WiFi 7 compatibility, and a generous 1TB of storage. And as with all Apple devices, it syncs brilliantly for a slick all-round user experience.

As part of the Air range, it's also lighter than regular MacBooks and highly portable — perfect for anyone who works on the go.

Get the MacBook Air 13-inch and save yourself $150 on the regular price of $1,599. Now available for just $1,449 ahead of October Prime Day.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts
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The 30+ best early Prime Day deals on trading cards: Pokémon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, and more

Mashable - 2 hours 16 min ago
The best early Prime Day trading card deals: Best Pokémon TCG deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $44.99 (save $15) Get Deal Best MTG deal Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Draft Night $89.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best One Piece deal One Piece Card Game Card Game Starter Deck (ST-23 Shanks) $44.99 (save $17) Get Deal Best Kpop Demon Hunters deal KPop Demon Hunters Collectible Trading Cards Energy Edition (001-NA-Series 1-A) $45.99 (save $7.89) Get Deal Best Disney Lorcana deal Ravensburger Disney Lorcana TCG 2-player Starter Deck $19.99 (save $10) Get Deal

Amazon’s October Prime Day is now less than a week away, and the early trading card deals are still coming in fast.

We’re still seeing fresh discounts across Pokémon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece Card Game, Disney Lorcana, and KPop Demon Hunters ahead of the Oct. 6-7 sale.

Several of our previous top picks have already sold out, so we’ve refreshed this roundup around the strongest deals still available, along with our dedicated selection of Pokémon deals. That includes an all-time low on Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes Draft Night box, Perfect Order Booster Bundles below $45, and sizeable savings on One Piece starter decks and Disney Lorcana.

We’ll keep updating this page as Prime Day gets closer, but in the meantime, here are the best bargains you can score right now.

A record-low price for MTG's Marvel Super Heroes Draft Night box Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes - Draft Night $89.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $30 Get Deal Why we like it

The Marvel Super Heroes Draft Night box is down to $89.99 from $119.99, giving you a complete four-player draft setup for 25% less — and is the best price we've ever seen, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. Inside are 12 Play Boosters, one Collector Booster, 90 Basic Lands, and 10 double-sided tokens, so there’s very little else you need to get started. The Collector Booster also doubles as a ready-made prize for whoever wins the final round.

More Magic: The Gathering DealsPokemon TCG: Perfect Booster Bundles back under $45 Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $44.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $15   Get Deal Why we like it

Perfect Order Booster Bundles are back below $45, with Amazon cutting the six-pack box to $44.99 from its $59.99 list price, after fluctuating around the $50 mark for a while. That works out to about $7.50 per booster, while giving you six chances to pull from the set’s 120-plus cards, including more Mega Evolved ex Pokémon. If you don't want to overly invest in the expansion with a huge 36-pack display box, this is one of the most straightforward ways to jump in.

More Pokémon TCG dealsOver $15 off a One Piece Card Game starter deck Opens in a new window Credit: BANDAI One Piece Card Game Card Game Starter Deck (ST-23 Shanks) $61.99 at Amazon
  Get Deal Why we like it

At $44.99 after a 27% discount, Shanks' ST-23 Starter Deck is now a solid, affordable way to get into the One Piece card game. Built to be approachable for newer players, you'll get a 51-card constructed deck, 10 DON! cards, a play sheet, and an OP-11 booster pack included. Five cards also feature new text, giving existing players a few fresh pieces to work into their current strategies

More One Piece dealsGet KPop Demon Hunters Energy Edition for just over $45 Opens in a new window Credit: Kayou KPop Demon Hunters Collectible Trading Cards Energy Edition (001-NA-Series 1-A) $45.99 at Amazon
$53.88 Save $7.89   Get Deal Why we like it

The KPop Demon Hunters Energy Edition is down to $45.99 at Amazon, giving collectors 15% off the more premium of Kayou’s two main releases. What makes the Energy Edition a go-to is that it spans 130 card types and 11 rarity tiers, with higher-end cards including laser-etched SE cards individually numbered from 1 to 366.

What's more, BP cards are also exclusive to Energy Edition, giving this box more chase potential than the cheaper Classic line.

More KPop Demon Hunters deals Disney Lorcana's TCG Starter Deck Set's now under market price Opens in a new window Credit: Ravensburger Ravensburger Disney Lorcana TCG 2-Player Starter Deck $19.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $10   Get Deal Why we like it

Amazon has the Wilds Unknown 2-Player Starter Set for $19.99, a full $10 below Ravensburger’s $29.99 retail price and around $2.38 under TCGplayer’s current $22.37 market price. You get two ready-to-play 60-card decks, four foil cards between them, damage tokens, lore trackers, and a rulebook. That makes it a fantastic low-cost way for two people to start playing without needing to buy decks or accessories separately.

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Daily Show has a blunt reaction to the outcome of Trumps AI summit

Mashable - 2 hours 23 min ago

Trump held a summit recently with tech leaders on AI, and the two main outcomes seemed to be 1. A signed document where the leaders vaguely agreed to police themselves internally, and 2. Yet another push by Trump to rename artificial intelligence to "super intelligence".

So is the signed document legally binding in any way? In the Daily Show clip above, host Jordan Klepper plays a clip of Trump shrugging off the question, saying it's "morally binding".

"Morally binding, sure! We don't need laws! I'm sure we could trust these guys." responds Klepper. "You know I'm not saying this self-policing document they signed is bullshit that they barely bothered to read, but I will say they did misspell 'United States'."

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I tried every lazy way I could find to add data to Obsidian, these are the ones that worked

How-To Geek - 2 hours 26 min ago

Obsidian kind of makes getting data in feel like a project in itself. Manually typing metadata and deciding what folder it belongs to can get annoying. Obsidian is really good once your vault has stuff in it, but filling that vault tends to come with weird ideas. I went looking for a good solution and found a few that I think work well for different situations, where you don’t need to do much.

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Osters new 2026 lineup takes on the 3 biggest blender problems — where to buy new range

Mashable - 2 hours 26 min ago
Oster Vortex blenders lineup: Oster Vortex Blender Series $49.99 at Amazon (save $10) Get Deal Oster QuietPro Professional Blender $249.99 at Costco Shop Now Oster Titan Performance Blender $279.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal

Oster is revamping its kitchen gear with three new blenders engineered to wipe out the most annoying parts of making a smoothie. The brand zeroed in on three specific everyday inconveniences — stubborn food jams, ear-splitting noise, and low-quality jars that stain and absorb old food smells.

The Oster Vortex Blender Series is designed to prevent ingredients from getting stuck above the blades. The setup uses a targeted pulling motion with a reversible motor that automatically spins the multi-point stainless steel blades in both directions through smart pre-set programs.

That back-and-forth action breaks up air pockets and pulls tough ice or frozen fruit straight down, keeping things moving without you having to pause, open the lid, or scrape down the sides with a spatula. It comes in glass and plastic jar configurations, plus four modern matte color options, including oatmilk, garnet, mussel, and licorice.

Credit: Oster

If your biggest issue with blending is waking up the entire house during an early morning routine, Oster solved that with the QuietPro Blender. According to Oster, it is the first blender on the market to earn Quiet Mark™ certification, pairing an ultra-quiet internal motor with an outer Noise Shield to cut operating volume down by up to 50% compared to standard models. Even with the sound dampened, it keeps plenty of muscle to crush frozen fruit and solid ice without stalling out. The QuietPro is available exclusively at Costco.

Credit: Oster

The Oster Titan Blender tackles durability and odor issues by bringing heavy-duty glass back to high-powered blending. Powered by a massive 2,200 peak watts, 3-horsepower motor, it features an 84-ounce Boroclass glass jar that can handle both boiling hot soups and ice-cold smoothies without cracking, clouding, or absorbing lingering odors from garlic and spices, giving you maximum blending power wrapped in an easy-to-clean glass design that lasts.

Oster built these specifically to stop you from fighting your blender, so pick your biggest kitchen pet peeve and upgrade accordingly.

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The Apple AirTag 4-pack is $10 off before Prime Day — we like this $89 bundle deal

Mashable - 2 hours 33 min ago

SAVE $10: As of Oct. 1, the Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) 4-Pack is available for $89 at Amazon. That's a $10 saving on the regular list price of $99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) 4-Pack $89 at Amazon
$99 Save $10   Get Deal

It's easy to get lost in all the deals during major sale events like October Prime Day. The two-day event doesn't officially launch until Oct. 6, and already there are stacks of early deals. And we've found one to ensure that you — or your valuables — never get lost again, thanks to 10% off the Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) 4-pack.

If you've never used the AirTag, it's a tracker that you can attach to items such as your wallet, keys, or purse and then track via Bluetooth and Ultra Wideband technology.

As of Oct. 1, the Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) 4-pack is available for just $89, a $10 savings from the list price of $99. It's just one of numerous Apple deals available as part of the early Prime Day markdowns.

This upgraded version of AirTag has a little speaker that's 50% louder than its predecessor. It makes a pinging sound to help you locate your items. Or you can follow directions from your iPhone or Apple Watch. It also allows you to share your AirTag location with trusted contacts through the Find My app.

But more than that, you'll also find yourself a neat little saving when you pick up the Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) 4-pack — currently available with $10 off.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts
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Googles Gemini 4 Argon is the latest super-smart AI that most cannot get

Mashable - 2 hours 49 min ago

Google's got a new frontier AI model, but as is customary these days, it's not available to most people.

Launched on Thursday, Google Gemini 4 Argon is a "frontier" AI model that's rolling out to a "set of trusted cyber defenders" through Google's Fairwind Program. With the move, Google follows OpenAI and Anthropic, which have also released their most capable models only to a trusted set of partners, mainly due to cybersecurity concerns.

Gemini 4 Argon, as you might expect, is touted as an incredibly capable model that excels at software engineering, enterprise-class legal and financial work, and cybersecurity tasks.

It is so powerful, Google claims, that it's already "fundamentally changing" how Google works and builds its products internally.

In a blog post, the company offers some details as to what that means. In one example, a team of Argon agents analyzed memory usage in Google's data centers and optimized it, freeing over 300 TiB (tebibytes; one TiB is roughly 1.1 terabytes) of memory.

We get it, Argon is the new king of the hill...until the next one comes along. Credit: Google

According to Google's data, Gemini 4 Argon outperforms OpenAI GPT-6 Astra, Claude Fable 5.1, and Claude Opus 5.5 on most benchmarks.

In the post, Google highlighted that it trained Argon to be particularly capable in cybersecurity defense and that it can "autonomously find, validate, and patch critical software vulnerabilities." Being able to detect cybersecurity holes works the other way, too, which is why Argon will be offered without guardrails only to trusted defenders and Google's internal teams.

SEE ALSO: Google Gemini allegedly hacked three companies on its own

As for pricing, Google says Argon will launch at introductory prices of $2 per million input tokens and $10 per million output tokens.

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Your Galaxy phone's camera is better than you think: Here's what you're missing

How-To Geek - 2 hours 56 min ago

I've taken a lot of photos with Samsung Galaxy phones over the years, and I've learned that getting better results isn't necessarily about having the latest camera hardware. Some of the biggest improvements I've made have come from changing the way I use the camera and taking advantage of features that are already built into the phone.

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The Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin vacuum hits its lowest-ever price — save $150 at Amazon

Mashable - 3 hours 4 min ago

SAVE $150: As of Oct. 1, the Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin cordless vacuum is back to its lowest-ever price of $329.99 at Amazon, exclusively for Prime members. That's $150 off its full price of $479.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin Cordless Vacuum $329.99 at Amazon
$479.99 Save $150   Get Deal

Sale events, like next week's Prime Big Deal Days, are the perfect opportunity to pick up some helpful items for your home at a discount. This includes vacuums, but the good news is Prime members don't have to wait until Oct. 6 to save.

As of Oct. 1, one model that's received a huge early price cut at Amazon is the Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin cordless vacuum, which is back to its lowest-ever price of $329.99.

Compared to its list price of $479.99, this offer saves you $150 overall, but there's a catch. It's exclusively available to Prime members. If you're not signed up, but want to join before the sale event starts, check out our guide on how to sign up to learn more.

SEE ALSO: 30+ early October Prime Day deals: We found live deals on Bose, Lego, and Apple

If you're not interested in a robot vacuum scooting around your floors, the Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin cordless vacuum is an upright pick you can easily maneuver through your home for a deep clean. It features three power modes, depending on the clean you want: Mode 1 is the lowest setting that maximizes runtime, Mode 2 is for a deeper clean, and Max Mode is for more thorough spot cleaning.

It can run for quite a while as well, with a battery that can last up to 60 minutes. However, if you continually clean in Max Mode, it can shrink to as little as 5 minutes. It can also convert to a handheld vacuum for cleaning stairs or upholstery, and it comes with a crevice tool to reach tight spaces and edges.

For Prime members, this Dyson Cyclone V10 Origin is an excellent early deal to take advantage of ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts
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Dakota Johnson keeps a straight face while promoting third SNL hosting appearance

Mashable - 3 hours 32 min ago

Dakota Johnson is hosting SNL for the third time this weekend, but she keeps it deadpan in the promo above.

"This is your third time hosting, this is my third season," says cast member Ashley Padilla. "We're kind of like twins, don't you think?"

"Have you ever skinned a goat with your bare hands?" responds Johnson. "Then you and I are nothing alike."

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Jimmy Kimmels monologue gets interrupted by a baseball bat-wielding Robert De Niro

Mashable - 3 hours 38 min ago

Jimmy Kimmel's usual jokes about Trump were interrupted on Wednesday by an unlikely guest.

"The last time we were here in Brooklyn we were just getting back on the air after we had that unexpected FCC vacation week," says Kimmel in the monologue above. "And while I would like to say that things have improved over the last year, they haven't really. We are still being threatened by the FCC."

Cue Robert De Niro striding onstage with a baseball bat, in character as the FCC chairman.

"You're being threatened by the FCC?" asks De Niro, prodding Kimmel in the stomach. "Who's threatening you? Am I threatening you? Do you feel threatened by me?"

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The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is almost half off right now — this $40 off deal is worth grabbing ahead of Prime Day

Mashable - 3 hours 39 min ago

SAVE $40: As of Oct. 1, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for $44.99 at Amazon. That's 47% off the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Fire Stick 4K Max $44.99 at Amazon
$84.99 Save $40.00   Get Deal

The Fire TV Stick 4K Max recently got more expensive, with Amazon raising its regular price to $84.99. Thankfully, Prime Day is almost here, with a chance to get it at a lower price as early deals roll out on many of Amazon's own devices. And this includes the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, which has dropped to just $44.99 for a limited time.

The 4K Max is one of Amazon's most powerful streaming devices, with its powerful processor designed for fast app starts and smooth navigation. It was also recently updated to the latest 2026 Fire TV experience, which gives you dedicated content categories and personalized recommendations.

There are also cloud gaming options through Xbox Game Pass and Amazon Luna, so you can play compatible games without a console. The Alexa Voice Remote lets you search across apps using natural voice commands, control your TV and connected devices, and jump between live TV channels with dedicated buttons.

You'll get 16GB of storage, so you have more room for apps, games, and downloads than the other Fire TV streaming sticks. Plus, with this device, you'll get the Fire TV Ambient Experience, which can display more than 2,000 pieces of art and photography when you're not watching.

Get this streaming deal at Amazon now.

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Early Prime Day deal: We recommend the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 power station at $100 off

Mashable - 3 hours 42 min ago

SAVE $100.01: As of Oct. 1, the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is on sale for $898.99 at Amazon. That's a 10% discount on the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $898.99 at Amazon
$999 Save $100.01   Get Deal

Prime Day hasn't officially started yet, but Amazon's early deals are already rolling in. That means it's worth checking on some of the bigger-ticket tech.

If you've been considering a portable power station, the Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 is one of many that have started to drop in price. As of Oct. 1 (five days before the sale officially begins), this unit is $100 off, bringing the price to $898.99.

This portable power station has 2,042Wh capacity and 2,200W output across its three AC ports. It's great for use at home, on the go, or while camping, as it weighs just 39.5lbs. According to Jackery, it's 41% lighter and 34% smaller than a typical 2kWh LiFePO4 power station.

It can charge from 0 to 80% in 66 minutes with AC Fast Charging, and reach a full charge in 102 minutes with Emergency Super Charging. Silent Charging Mode can also fully charge it in five hours at less than 30dB. And its LiFePO4 battery means it is designed to last up to 10 years, so you're really getting your money's worth with this deal.

You can find this Jackery deal at Amazon right now.

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I found the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ for over $50 off at Amazon — shop this $129 early Prime Day deal

Mashable - 3 hours 49 min ago

SAVE $50.95: As of Oct. 1, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is on sale for $129 at Amazon. That's a 28% saving on list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nespresso Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ $129 at Amazon
$179.95 Save $50.95   Get Deal

Looking to upgrade your home coffee setup? There couldn't be a better time, because Amazon's latest sale event is just days away.

Prime Big Deal Days is back, and this October, we're getting two whole days of discounts. But as is usually the case with big shopping events, some early deals started dropping weeks ahead of the official start. And if you're itching to upgrade your caffeine fix, this early deal on the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is worth a look.

Normally $179.95, this coffee machine has dropped in price to just $129, saving you over $50. And that's not all, this specific bundle also comes with a milk frother, so if you like lattes, cappuccinos, or any other milky drink, you'll be all set.

The coffee machine can make many coffees and brew five different sizes, including 5oz, 8oz, and 12oz coffees, as well as single and double espressos. It has one-touch operation, so it's easy to use, and the 30-second heat-up time makes it ideal for busy mornings. There's also a descaling alert to let you know when the machine needs cleaning.

You can find this Nespresso deal at Amazon now.

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65-inch TVs are getting the Prime Day treatment: Shop our top deals on TCL, Hisense, Samsung, and more

Mashable - 3 hours 58 min ago
The best early Prime Day 65-inch TV deals: Best overall deal Roku 65-Inch Plus Series $449.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best budget deal Hisense 65-Inch Class E6SR Series $399.99 (save $150) Get Deal Best mini-LED deal Hisense 65-Inch U6 Pro Series $647.99 (Save $452) Get Deal Best OLED deal Hisense 65-Inch Class E6SR Series $1,698 (Save $301.99) Get Deal

If your current TV is looking a little small these days, a 65-inch model is the sweet spot.

Whether you're upgrading an aging set or finally moving up from a smaller screen, this is a good size for movies, TV, and sports without taking up too much space. And even though Prime Day is still to come (October 6-7), Amazon has already started discounting 65-inch TVs, with some early deals already impressing.

Below, we've listed some of the top deals you can show right now.

Best 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 65-Inch Plus Series Smart TV $449.99 at Amazon
$649.99 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

This 65-inch Roku Plus Series TV features a 4K QLED Mini-LED display with Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos sound, and a built-in subwoofer. It also comes with Roku's smart TV platform, voice control, personalized recommendations, and a smart voice remote with a lost remote finder.

Best budget 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-Inch Class E6SR Series $397.99 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $152   Get Deal Why we like it

This 65-inch QLED TV has Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG for more detailed picture quality. It also has AI processing that can upscale lower-quality content to 4K resolution. DTS Virtual is also included for clearer dialogue and virtual surround sound. And right now, it's down to $399.99 ($150 off).

Best mini-LED 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-Inch U6 Pro Series $647.99 at Amazøn
$1,099.99 Save $452   Get Deal Why we like it

This Hi-QLED Mini-LED TV is ideal for streaming and gaming, thanks to it's 144Hz refresh rate for clear movement. It has hundreds of local dimming zones for improved contrast and features a built-in subwoofer, an anti-reflection screen, and AI picture processing, with support for Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, and IMAX Enhanced.

Best OLED 65-inch TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony 65-Inch Bravia 6 OLED $1,698 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $301.99   Get Deal Why we like it

The Sony Bravia 6 is an impressive OLED TV that uses self-lit pixels to deliver deeper blacks and higher contrast. It also uses Triluminos Pro for a wide range of natural-looking colors. It supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and DTS, and for streaming, you'll have Google TV with Gemini.

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The best early October Prime Day kitchen deals: We found live Ninja and Keurig deals worth grabbing

Mashable - 4 hours 40 sec ago
The best early October Prime Day kitchen deals: Best air fryer deal Ninja Foodi Air Fryer $149.99 (save $80) Get Deal Best blender deal Ninja Professional Blender 2.0 $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best ice cream maker deal Black+Decker Ice Cream Maker $129.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best espresso machine deal De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Automatic Espresso Machine $599.95 (save $300) Get Deal

Cooking at home is supposed to save money, but between grocery prices and the cost of decent appliances, it doesn't always feel like it.

Amazon's October Prime Day (officially Prime Big Deal Days) doesn't start until Oct. 6, but many early kitchen deals are already live. If you need a new air fryer, want to upgrade your morning coffee station, or just need to replace a worn-out pan without spending a fortune, we found the best early discounts to grab right now.

Best kitchen deal Ninja Foodi Air Fryer (10-Quart) $149.99 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $80   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

At $149.99 (down from $229.99), the Ninja Foodi 10-Quart DualZone is just 99 cents above its all-time low.

Instead of cooking in batches or relying on your oven, it gives you two separate 5-quart baskets that run at different temperatures simultaneously. The Smart Finish setting automatically syncs the timers so both baskets finish cooking at the exact same time, while Match Cook lets you duplicate settings across both sides for full 10-quart meals. It also includes six standard functions — air fry, broil, roast, bake, dehydrate, and keep warm — and has enough total capacity to handle about eight pounds of wings.

More early Prime Day kitchen deals

Air fryers and countertop appliances

Coffee and espresso makers

Cookware and bakeware

Blenders and ice cream makers

Products to watch (aka the stuff that will probably go on sale soon)

These items aren't on sale just yet, but if past sales have taught us anything, they usually drop as soon as Prime Big Deal Days officially begins. If you've been eyeing any of these, add them to your cart now and hold off on buying until Oct. 6.

  • Our Place Wonder Oven — We typically see these get $60+ price cuts during major Amazon sales events. Hold off until next week if you want one.

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