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Score an M2 MacBook Air for $100 off with this Best Buy deal

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:49

SAVE $100: As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 at Best Buy
$799 Save $100 Get Deal

Prime Day is officially on, and the second day of the big Amazon shopping event brings us deals beyond the realm of the retail chain. If you're thinking about snagging a great deal elsewhere, you might want to turn to Best Buy, where you can get your hands on a significantly discounted M2 MacBook Air at this very moment. Thanks to the retailer's Black Friday in July sale, there are tons of goodies you can score for low prices beyond what Amazon has in stock.

As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

This M2 MacBook Air is an older model, of course, but it's a great buy. Walmart just began selling the older M1 model for $699 just last spring, so you're getting a newer, more powerful version of Apple's slimline laptop with this deal right now. In general, the Air is the lightest, most portable option of the bunch, though it can still keep up with the big dogs in terms of performance.

This particular configuration comes with an M2 processor under the hood as well as 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD so you can keep all your important files and documents without needing external storage. Currently, this price only applies to the Midnight and Starlight colorways, so you'll have to settle for one of those hues if you want to snag this deal.

It's a good time to go ahead and commit, however. Even the most lightweight MacBook Air is capable of handling multiple tasks at once, and for $100 off, it's well worth investing. Just make sure to do so before it sells out.

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Score an M2 MacBook Air for $100 off with this Best Buy deal

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:49

SAVE $100: As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 at Best Buy
$799 Save $100 Get Deal

Prime Day is officially on, and the second day of the big Amazon shopping event brings us deals beyond the realm of the retail chain. If you're thinking about snagging a great deal elsewhere, you might want to turn to Best Buy, where you can get your hands on a significantly discounted M2 MacBook Air at this very moment. Thanks to the retailer's Black Friday in July sale, there are tons of goodies you can score for low prices beyond what Amazon has in stock.

As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

This M2 MacBook Air is an older model, of course, but it's a great buy. Walmart just began selling the older M1 model for $699 just last spring, so you're getting a newer, more powerful version of Apple's slimline laptop with this deal right now. In general, the Air is the lightest, most portable option of the bunch, though it can still keep up with the big dogs in terms of performance.

This particular configuration comes with an M2 processor under the hood as well as 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD so you can keep all your important files and documents without needing external storage. Currently, this price only applies to the Midnight and Starlight colorways, so you'll have to settle for one of those hues if you want to snag this deal.

It's a good time to go ahead and commit, however. Even the most lightweight MacBook Air is capable of handling multiple tasks at once, and for $100 off, it's well worth investing. Just make sure to do so before it sells out.

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Our beauty tech reviewers cannot believe this $500 Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:37

SAVE $200: As of July 9, you can get the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99 at Amazon. Both cost $349.99 each outside of Prime Day, so you're saving almost 30%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark CryoGlow Lilac Chill LED Face Mask + FlexFusion Hair Dryer Bundle $499.99 at Amazon
$699.98 Save $199.99 Get Deal

If you were using Prime Day as an excuse to finally buy the Shark CryoGlow or Shark FlexFusion, don't stress yourself out by choosing between them. Simply get both — I stumbled across a genuinely jaw-dropping Prime Day bundle that gets you the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99.

Without a deal, buying both would end up costing you $699.98 — the CryoGlow and this version of the FlexFusion for $349.99. Both rarely go on sale otherwise, so getting both for $500 is essentially scoring each of them for $249.99. My fellow shopping reporter Bethany Allard and I have tested several Shark beauty products at home and are constantly singing their praises — now's your chance to see what the hype is all about.

Currently brainstorming ways to pack my CryoGlow for vacation. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The FlexFusion is shaped similarly to the FlexStyle, but is smaller. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

To this day, the Shark CryoGlow mask has never been on sale by itself at Amazon since its release in Feb. 2025. To be fair, it's one of the more affordable red light masks out there, compared to the popular $395 OmniLux mask or $469.99 CurrentBody mask. But even at full price, I'd spend $349.99 on the Shark mask in a heartbeat, and have told a ton of people in my review and in my personal life to do the same. I am fully convinced that the CryoGlow mask saved me from living in fear of my persistent adult acne striking again. I went from getting a new garguantuan pimple almost every day to getting maybe one every two weeks, and the timing aligns exactly with the eight week window that Shark recommends for seeing best results.

SEE ALSO: My favorite robot vacuums are on sale for Prime Day: Save on Roomba, Roborock, and Shark

Now that I'm testing the CurrentBody mask, I'm sorely missing the seamless experience of simply wearing the Shark CryoGlow. I actually prefer the CryoGlow's bulky hard shell and head strap to the CurrentBody's flimsy nature and velcro strap that always gets stuck in my hair. Not only does the Shark remote have a screen, but it offers three different settings that use a combination of red, blue, and infrared light to target different concerns like aging or acne. The CurrentBody mask I have doesn't use blue light at all, and has less bulbs in total than the Shark mask.

SEE ALSO: After 3 months and visible results, the Shark LED mask is a staple in my skincare routine

The FlexFusion goes on sale a little more often, but it's still cheaper than we've ever seen it with this Prime Day bundle. (By itself, this version of the styler is on sale for $279.99 for Prime Day.) This model comes with a Wet-or-Dry Fusion Brush, styling concentrator, 1.25-inch Auto-Wrap curlers, and the FrizzFighter finishing tool.

Released in Oct. 2024, the FlexFusion does something that no hair styler has really successfully achieved before: It works on wet and dry hair. The tool steals the same air styling technique seen in multi-stylers like the FlexStyle, then introduces the option for the heated styling we're used to with flat irons or curling irons.

SEE ALSO: 6 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are actually worth the hype (and worth grabbing during Amazon Prime Day)

After a ton of testing, my coworker Bethany Allard can vouch for the quality of multiple Shark hair tools — she even backs the FlexStyle over the Dyson Airwrap. She wouldn't be surprised if the FlexFusion could reliably replace one or two of your current hair tools: "The FlexFusion can definitely be used as a dupe, but that's not all it is. It feels like with the FlexFusion, Shark is aiming to create a unique tool that can replace your standard curling and flat iron, as well as give you the air-styling people know and love from multi-stylers. If you're rocking with your hot tools from when you were a teenager, this might be the upgrade you're looking for."

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Our beauty tech reviewers cannot believe this $500 Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:37

SAVE $200: As of July 9, you can get the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99 at Amazon. Both cost $349.99 each outside of Prime Day, so you're saving almost 30%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark CryoGlow Lilac Chill LED Face Mask + FlexFusion Hair Dryer Bundle $499.99 at Amazon
$699.98 Save $199.99 Get Deal

If you were using Prime Day as an excuse to finally buy the Shark CryoGlow or Shark FlexFusion, don't stress yourself out by choosing between them. Simply get both — I stumbled across a genuinely jaw-dropping Prime Day bundle that gets you the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99.

Without a deal, buying both would end up costing you $699.98 — the CryoGlow and this version of the FlexFusion for $349.99. Both rarely go on sale otherwise, so getting both for $500 is essentially scoring each of them for $249.99. My fellow shopping reporter Bethany Allard and I have tested several Shark beauty products at home and are constantly singing their praises — now's your chance to see what the hype is all about.

Currently brainstorming ways to pack my CryoGlow for vacation. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The FlexFusion is shaped similarly to the FlexStyle, but is smaller. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

To this day, the Shark CryoGlow mask has never been on sale by itself at Amazon since its release in Feb. 2025. To be fair, it's one of the more affordable red light masks out there, compared to the popular $395 OmniLux mask or $469.99 CurrentBody mask. But even at full price, I'd spend $349.99 on the Shark mask in a heartbeat, and have told a ton of people in my review and in my personal life to do the same. I am fully convinced that the CryoGlow mask saved me from living in fear of my persistent adult acne striking again. I went from getting a new garguantuan pimple almost every day to getting maybe one every two weeks, and the timing aligns exactly with the eight week window that Shark recommends for seeing best results.

SEE ALSO: My favorite robot vacuums are on sale for Prime Day: Save on Roomba, Roborock, and Shark

Now that I'm testing the CurrentBody mask, I'm sorely missing the seamless experience of simply wearing the Shark CryoGlow. I actually prefer the CryoGlow's bulky hard shell and head strap to the CurrentBody's flimsy nature and velcro strap that always gets stuck in my hair. Not only does the Shark remote have a screen, but it offers three different settings that use a combination of red, blue, and infrared light to target different concerns like aging or acne. The CurrentBody mask I have doesn't use blue light at all, and has less bulbs in total than the Shark mask.

SEE ALSO: After 3 months and visible results, the Shark LED mask is a staple in my skincare routine

The FlexFusion goes on sale a little more often, but it's still cheaper than we've ever seen it with this Prime Day bundle. (By itself, this version of the styler is on sale for $279.99 for Prime Day.) This model comes with a Wet-or-Dry Fusion Brush, styling concentrator, 1.25-inch Auto-Wrap curlers, and the FrizzFighter finishing tool.

Released in Oct. 2024, the FlexFusion does something that no hair styler has really successfully achieved before: It works on wet and dry hair. The tool steals the same air styling technique seen in multi-stylers like the FlexStyle, then introduces the option for the heated styling we're used to with flat irons or curling irons.

SEE ALSO: 6 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are actually worth the hype (and worth grabbing during Amazon Prime Day)

After a ton of testing, my coworker Bethany Allard can vouch for the quality of multiple Shark hair tools — she even backs the FlexStyle over the Dyson Airwrap. She wouldn't be surprised if the FlexFusion could reliably replace one or two of your current hair tools: "The FlexFusion can definitely be used as a dupe, but that's not all it is. It feels like with the FlexFusion, Shark is aiming to create a unique tool that can replace your standard curling and flat iron, as well as give you the air-styling people know and love from multi-stylers. If you're rocking with your hot tools from when you were a teenager, this might be the upgrade you're looking for."

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I Was the Galaxy Z Fold's Biggest Fan, But the New Model Is Dead to Me

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:30

There are relatively few people in the world who are as invested in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series as I am. I love this device, and while there are enhancements I’d like to see, the Z Fold 7 has sadly taken away from me more than it offers.

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Beats Solo Buds Are Down to $50 Today, a Record Low

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:17

The Beats Solo Buds are now available at their lowest price ever, just $50 on Amazon. This is a big 38% discount off the original price of $80, which is already really cheap for such a big brand. However, you should jump on this quickly since it might just be a deal for Prime Day.

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Samsung Quietly Ditched One of the Galaxy Watch's Best Features

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:10

Samsung just revealed its newest lineup of smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch 8 Ultra. For multiple reasons, they don't seem to be a home run, but one feature in particular is a massive step backward.

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Stop Wasting Money on the Wrong PC Gear—These Are the Upgrades That Matter

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:00

Are you tempted to just buy the most expensive components for your PC because “they must be the best?” Well, that’s not always the case. There are certain upgrades and purchases that you should prioritize when building a desktop—so don’t spend money in the wrong places when building your next gaming PC.

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5 Ways I Fight Linux’s App Gap and Use All the Software I Need

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:00

Do you want to use Linux but feel worried that your favorite apps won’t work? Well, you’re not alone, as Linux’s app gap is one of the biggest concerns for new users. Thankfully, it’s a solvable problem. Here’s how I get all the software I need on Linux.

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As a Garmin watch loyalist, here are my favorite Prime Day deals

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:37
The best Prime Day Garmin watch deals at a glance: BEST OVERALL Garmin vívoactive 5 $190 (save $109.99) Get Deal BEST FOR ATHLETES Garmin fēnix 7 Pro (47mm) $499.99 (save $400) Get Deal BEST BUDGET DEAL Garmin Venu Sq 2 $149.99 (save $100) Get Deal

As a loyal Garmin watch user for five years now, I have nothing but wonderful things to say about the brand. I personally don't see why anyone would choose an Apple Watch, which you have to charge every day, over a Garmin smartwatch, which will last you well over a week on a charge. To each their own, of course. If you're not totally sold on the fruit company's flagship watch, allow me to point you towards some Garmin smartwatches that will wow you. They're not cheap, but on Prime Day, you can save over $100 on many models.

Whether you're a runner, a triathlete, or just dabbling in the health and wellness sector, there's a Garmin device for you. Below, we've highlighted the best Prime Day Garmin watch deals you can shop at Amazon, as well as Best Buy.

Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to a new all-time low price

The best Prime Day Garmin watch deal for most people Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $190 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $109.99 Get Deal Why we like it

While we haven't tested the vívoactive 5 model, we did spend some time with its predecessor and gave it a nearly perfect rating. "The vívoactive 4 is an excellent smartwatch for active people wanting to be more in tune with their bodies, and for less active individuals who have the desire but need a little nudging to stick to their goals," our reviewer sums up. The fifth rendition of the watch upgraded the AMOLED display, enhances sleep and stress coaching, improves the heart rate sensor, and includes even more sports apps.

There's now a sixth-generation model in town, making the vívoactive 5 even more affordable. It's typically a pretty reasonable $299.99, but it's on sale for just $190 for Prime Day. That's only $1 away from its best-ever price from Black Friday.

Best Prime Day Garmin watch deal for athletes Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin fēnix 7 Pro (47mm) 🔥 $499.99 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $400 Get Deal Why we like it

While the fēnix 8 is the latest in the lineup, the Garmin fēnix 7 Pro is a whole lot more affordable. Regularly $899.99 for the 47mm Pro Sapphire Solar edition, it can be yours for just $499.99 on Prime Day. That's 44% in savings and a new record low.

The fēnix 7 Pro is a multisport watch built for training and adventure. It can last for up to 22 days on a charge, thanks to the addition of solar charging. Like most Garmin watches, it packs tons of health and wellness features, but it adds training features like hill score, endurance score, pacing modes, race predictor, morning reports, training readiness, advanced navigation, preloaded maps, and more performance-focused data. There's even a built-in flashlight for those who like to train at night.

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My Go-To PC Controller Is Cheaper Than Ever for Prime Day

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:36

Gaming has been an expensive hobby for a long time, but recently it’s begun trending toward downright unaffordable. That’s why I love 8BitDo’s budget-friendly controllers that punch well above their weight, like its flagship Ultimate 2 line that’s on sale for Prime Day 2025.

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Score the Petlibro cat fountain and automatic feeder for almost half off this Prime Day

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:34

SAVE 41%: Treat your cat this Prime Day with the Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder and Petlibro Water Fountain on sale.

If you’ve got a cat (or a small dog) and you’ve been thinking about automating their feeding routine, these two Prime Day deals are absolutely worth a look.

First up, the Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder is down to $59.49 from its usual $99.99 — that’s 41% off. It lets you schedule precise meal times and portions, which is a lifesaver for keeping your pet on a consistent feeding routine, whether you’re home or not. Plus, you can record a custom message to call your pet when it’s mealtime, which is oddly charming.

Opens in a new window Credit: Petlibro PETLIBRO Automatic Cat Feeder $59.49 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $40.50 Get Deal

Then there’s the Petlibro Water Fountain, which has also dropped by 41%, down to $64.60 from $109. It keeps water circulating to encourage pets to drink more and features a multi-layer filtration system for cleaner, fresher water. Hydration is a big deal for cats, and this makes it easier to keep them sipping throughout the day.

Opens in a new window Credit: PETLIBRO PETLIBRO Cat Water Fountain $64.60
$109.99 Save $45.39 Get Deal

Both of these gadgets are popular with pet owners for good reason. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your setup, now’s a great time to do it.

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Score the Petlibro cat fountain and automatic feeder for almost half off this Prime Day

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:34

SAVE 41%: Treat your cat this Prime Day with the Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder and Petlibro Water Fountain on sale.

If you’ve got a cat (or a small dog) and you’ve been thinking about automating their feeding routine, these two Prime Day deals are absolutely worth a look.

First up, the Petlibro Automatic Pet Feeder is down to $59.49 from its usual $99.99 — that’s 41% off. It lets you schedule precise meal times and portions, which is a lifesaver for keeping your pet on a consistent feeding routine, whether you’re home or not. Plus, you can record a custom message to call your pet when it’s mealtime, which is oddly charming.

Opens in a new window Credit: Petlibro PETLIBRO Automatic Cat Feeder $59.49 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $40.50 Get Deal

Then there’s the Petlibro Water Fountain, which has also dropped by 41%, down to $64.60 from $109. It keeps water circulating to encourage pets to drink more and features a multi-layer filtration system for cleaner, fresher water. Hydration is a big deal for cats, and this makes it easier to keep them sipping throughout the day.

Opens in a new window Credit: PETLIBRO PETLIBRO Cat Water Fountain $64.60
$109.99 Save $45.39 Get Deal

Both of these gadgets are popular with pet owners for good reason. If you’ve been wanting to upgrade your setup, now’s a great time to do it.

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Our favorite Prime Day AirPods deals: All kinds of AirPods are at record-low prices in 2025

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:26
Best Prime Day AirPods deals Best AirPods 4 deal AirPods 4 $89 (save $40) Get Deal Best AirPods Pro 2 Deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 $149 (save $100) Get Deal Best AirPods Max deal Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $429.99 (Save $119.01) Get Deal

Odds are, if you're in the Apple ecosystem, you're at least curious if AirPods are worth checking out.

Prime Day is a great time to satisfy that curiosity. This year, the mega-sale will last four days, from July 8 to July 11, which means it's live right now. But after years of covering the sale, the Mashable shopping team knows that the run-up can often bring deals worth shopping ahead of time.

One particular deal we're calling to your attention are the AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones that are currently on sale for $429.99. They had previously dropped to $399 on day one of the sale at both Amazon and Walmart, but they've since risen in price. Still, this is a pretty good deal to scoop up while they're over $100 off.

SEE ALSO: The 20+ best Apple deals live ahead of Prime Day

Though deals were off to a slow start, the day before Prime Day ramped up the price drops on AirPods. And now the event is live, things have got wild. We highly recommend the deals on the AirPods Max, AirPods Pro, and AirPods 4. Check out the details below — and check out more headphones deals live on Prime Day.

Best AirPods deal AirPods Pro 2 $149 at Amazon
$249 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out Mashable's full review of the AirPods Pro (USB-C).

AirPods Pro dropped another $10 in price, putting them down to $149. With this deal, the Pros are down to their record-low price. Buying early gives you the advantage of beating a potential sell-out of the AirPods (which we have seen happen in sales past). With excellent sound quality and active noise cancellation, these are a solid pair of earbuds to pick up, sale or not.

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We tracked down the standout MacBook deals from Amazons Prime Day

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:20
The best Prime Day MacBook deals at a glance: Best MacBook Air deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook Pro deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,749 (save $250) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is on from July 8 to 11, and as Mashable's resident laptop expert, I'm tasked with hunting down the best Apple MacBook deals. My job has been really easy so far: Amazon's discounts on the M4 series have been holding strong for a few weeks now.

That said, I was hoping we'd see some models return to their previous record-low prices during Prime Day; at the time of writing, none have yet. I'm a little disappointed — Amazon's discounts on Windows laptops are much more enticing — but I can't complain while the base M4 MacBook Air is still hovering at $849. That's a really great price that I feel comfortable endorsing even though the Starlight colorway briefly fell to $829 on June 20: With incredible performance, open-lid support for two displays, and an upgraded 12MP webcam, this laptop is realistically a steal even at its standard MSRP of $999. Amazon's decision to slash that by an extra $150 mere months after its release is kind of mind-boggling to me.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

Among MacBook Pros, the best deal I've spotted so far is a $250 discount on a 14-inch M4 model with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It randomly fell to $1,715.05 three times in May, according to the price-tracking site CamelCamelCamel, but otherwise its Prime Day price of $1,749 is its best deal since launch.

I also want to mention that Amazon only carries the full M4 series nowadays. (You might encounter listings for older models, but they're either going to be refurbished or sold by third-party sellers you should avoid.) If you want a good deal on an M2- or M3-era MacBook, check Best Buy, which is having a "Black Friday in July" sale now through July 13 — so far, one of the best deals I've seen there is the M2 MacBook Air down at $699. I'll also be monitoring its prices closely during that event in case it one-ups Amazon's M4 offers.

Read on for my running list of the best Prime Day MacBook deals so far. Of note, none of them are Prime exclusives.

Best Prime Day MacBook Air deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 at Amazon
$999 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the M4 Apple MacBook Air.

Mashable's Stan Schroeder called the latest MacBook Air "the best-buy Apple laptop, period," praising its quiet oomph, upgraded camera, "great" battery life, and extremely reasonable starting price (which, again, Amazon has reduced by 15%). In his view, its only flaws are a "low number of ports and the fact that the display's refresh rate only goes to 60Hz." The base model sports 16GB of memory and 256GB of SSD storage.

Best Buy was matching Amazon's $849 deal at the time of writing.

More MacBook Air dealsBest Prime Day MacBook Pro deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon
$1,999 Save $250 Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the 14-inch M4 Apple MacBook Pro.

The 14-inch MacBook Pro is one of our favorite laptops for photo and video editing: It's blazing fast, sounds amazing, and lasts all day. (It held out for 20 hours and 51 minutes in our battery life benchmark, making it the fifth longest-lasting laptop we've ever tried.) Former Mashable Tech Editor Kim Gedeon tested a model with slightly less RAM than the one Amazon has on sale for $1,749 — 16GB instead of 24GB — and she recommended it for "creative professional[s] who [thrive] on serious power in a sleek, portable package."

Amazon's Prime Day deal managed to beat Best Buy's Black Friday in July pricing by $10 at the time of writing.

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Every iPad is on sale for Prime Day — record-low prices on iPad, iPad mini and iPad Air

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:18
The best Amazon Prime Day iPad deals at a glance: Best iPad mini deal Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $379 (save $120) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $279 (save $70) Get Deal Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 256GB) $579 (save $120) Get Deal Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $899 (Save $100) Get Deal

Prime Day day two has officially begun, and iPad prices are reflecting that progress.

Though Apple deals can range from decent to great at Amazon year-round, the annual members-only sale tends to bring a higher concentration of can't-miss deals. With Prime Day 2025 now live through Friday, July 11 (making it the longest Prime Day ever), the retailer has put every single iPad model on sale. Not only that, but many of them have fallen to new record-low prices — including the latest iPad mini and iPad Air.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

If you have summer travel on the calendar (or just plan to stay inside to avoid ever-rising summer temps), an iPad offers endless hours of entertainment. With these Apple tablets, you can stream our favorite summer shows, read a binge-worthy novel, or check on that work presentation.

Below, you'll find our running guide to the best Prime Day iPad deals we've spotted so far (sorted by model and price). Also worth noting: If you happen to be looking for a MacBook upgrade, we're seeing Prime Day discounts on all of the latest MacBook models, too. Might as well get some new AirPods to go with all your shiny new tech while you're at it, since they're also currently on sale.

Best iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $379 at Amazon
$499 Save $120 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out Mashable's full review of the Apple iPad mini (7th generation).

The iPad mini may not be the best tablet for creatives or professionals who need the highest-powered tablet out there. However, for folks who mostly enjoy using their tablet for streaming or reading, this ultra-portable tablet checks the boxes. The 128GB of storage will likely be more than enough for less intensive tasks, and at 8.3 inches, it feels comfortable to hold for longer periods of time. Plus, the smaller size will be great for summer travel. (For anyone not particularly into the tech color e-readers are offering at the moment, this iPad gives a great alternative with some more versatility.) Of note, this is the lowest price we've seen this model go for, so it's a good time to go ahead and snag one.

More Prime Day iPad dealsPrime Day iPad Air dealsPrime Day iPad mini dealsPrime Day iPad Pro deals More of the best Prime Day deals to shop this week
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University of San Francisco School of Law becomes first law program to fully integrate AI, as Anthropic goes big on education

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:02

Anthropic, the mind behind ChatGPT competitor Claude, is joining the industry-wide charge into education, as the tech company announces a new university and classroom partnerships that will put their educational chatbot into the hands of students of all ages.

Announced today, Claude for Education will be entering more classrooms and boosting its peer-reviewed knowledge bank, as it integrates with teaching and learning software Canvas, textbook and courseware company Wiley, and video learning tool Panopto.

"We’re building toward a future where students can reference readings, lecture recordings, visualizations, and textbook content directly within their conversations," the company explained.

Students and educators can connect Wiley and Panopto materials to Claude's data base using pre-built MCP servers, says Anthropic, and access Claude directly in the Canvas coursework platform. In summary: students can use Claude like a personal study partner.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic announce free AI academy with national teachers' union

And Claude is coming to higher education, too. The University of San Francisco School of Law will become the first fully AI-integrated law school with new Claude AI-enabled learning — as the legal field contentiously addresses the introduction of generative AI. Anthropic is also expanding its student ambassador program and network of Claude Builder Clubs across campuses, launching its first free AI fluency course.

"We’re excited to introduce students to the practical use of LLMs in litigation," said University of San Francisco Dean Johanna Kalb. "One way we’re doing this is through our Evidence course, where this fall, students will gain direct experience applying LLMs to analyze claims and defenses, map evidence to elements of each cause of action, identify evidentiary gaps to inform discovery, and develop strategies for admission and exclusion of evidence at trial.”

Earlier this week, Anthropic announced it was joining a coalition of AI partners who were forming the new National Academy for AI Instruction, led by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). Anthropic's $500,000 investment in the project will support a brick-and-mortar facility and later nationwide expansion of a free, educator-focused AI training curriculum.

"The stakes couldn't be higher: while the opportunity to accelerate educational progress is unprecedented, missteps could deepen existing divides and cause lasting harm," Anthropic said. "That's why we're committed to navigating this transformation responsibly, working hand-in-hand with our partners to build an educational future that truly serves everyone."

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University of San Francisco School of Law becomes first law program to fully integrate AI, as Anthropic goes big on education

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 20:02

Anthropic, the mind behind ChatGPT competitor Claude, is joining the industry-wide charge into education, as the tech company announces a new university and classroom partnerships that will put their educational chatbot into the hands of students of all ages.

Announced today, Claude for Education will be entering more classrooms and boosting its peer-reviewed knowledge bank, as it integrates with teaching and learning software Canvas, textbook and courseware company Wiley, and video learning tool Panopto.

"We’re building toward a future where students can reference readings, lecture recordings, visualizations, and textbook content directly within their conversations," the company explained.

Students and educators can connect Wiley and Panopto materials to Claude's data base using pre-built MCP servers, says Anthropic, and access Claude directly in the Canvas coursework platform. In summary: students can use Claude like a personal study partner.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic announce free AI academy with national teachers' union

And Claude is coming to higher education, too. The University of San Francisco School of Law will become the first fully AI-integrated law school with new Claude AI-enabled learning — as the legal field contentiously addresses the introduction of generative AI. Anthropic is also expanding its student ambassador program and network of Claude Builder Clubs across campuses, launching its first free AI fluency course.

"We’re excited to introduce students to the practical use of LLMs in litigation," said University of San Francisco Dean Johanna Kalb. "One way we’re doing this is through our Evidence course, where this fall, students will gain direct experience applying LLMs to analyze claims and defenses, map evidence to elements of each cause of action, identify evidentiary gaps to inform discovery, and develop strategies for admission and exclusion of evidence at trial.”

Earlier this week, Anthropic announced it was joining a coalition of AI partners who were forming the new National Academy for AI Instruction, led by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). Anthropic's $500,000 investment in the project will support a brick-and-mortar facility and later nationwide expansion of a free, educator-focused AI training curriculum.

"The stakes couldn't be higher: while the opportunity to accelerate educational progress is unprecedented, missteps could deepen existing divides and cause lasting harm," Anthropic said. "That's why we're committed to navigating this transformation responsibly, working hand-in-hand with our partners to build an educational future that truly serves everyone."

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The internet is celebrating Christian Horners sudden exit from Red Bull Racing

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 19:47

Christian Horner is out at Red Bull Racing, and the internet is eating it up.

In a move that shocked the Formula 1 world, Red Bull announced Wednesday that Horner had been relieved of his duties as CEO and team principal of Red Bull Racing "with effect from today," according to the New York Times. The announcement was swift and sterile, thanking Horner for his "tireless and exceptional work" over the last 20 years.

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Red Bull driver and four-time world drivers' champion Max Verstappen also took to social media to thank Horner. "From my first race win, to four world championships, we have shared incredible successes," he wrote.

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But online, the response was anything but polite.

Within minutes of the news breaking, F1 Twitter (or rather, F1 X) exploded with memes and celebratory posts. "HORNER FINALLY OUT," one fan posted on X with a celebratory GIF from the F1 movie. Another posted, "me liking every tweet about christian horner getting sacked," with a humorous GIF of F1 driver Pierre Gasly.

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The reaction is a bit of schadenfreude. Horner had long been a polarizing figure in the paddock, and the last 18 months at Red Bull have only heightened scrutiny. An internal investigation into allegations of controlling and inappropriate behavior, a mass exodus of senior staff, and rumors of internal power struggles all contributed to what many fans saw as an inevitable downfall. Although Horner was cleared of the claims, the stain on his image remained.

For these fans, Wednesday’s dismissal was long overdue. Some also saw the move as a rare instance of accountability at the highest levels of the sport, even if it arrived months after initial investigations into Horner's conduct concluded.

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Fans also speculated about Verstappen's future with the team, as there have been numerous reports about a potential move to Mercedes in the 2026 season. One fan asked on X, "the question is did horner get sacked to stop max from leaving or did he get sacked because max is leaving."

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Others simply basked in the drama — and in the sheer fact that this marks the first time in 18-year-old Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli's entire life that Horner isn't at the helm of Red Bull Racing. A reminder of just how long his reign lasted.

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One era ends, the memes roll on, and let's just hope the Netflix cameras are rolling.

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25+ of the best Prime Day deals for under $25: Echo, Philips, and more

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 19:43
Best Prime Day deals under $25 Best Echo deal Amazon Echo Pop $21.99 (Save $18) Get Deal Best sleep deal Dreamegg White Noise Machine $17.99 (Save $10) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day 2025 is here, which means it's time to spring into action. And by that, we mean it's time to get your wishlist sorted out and start shopping now, because lots of great Prime Day deals are live.

If you're working with a smaller budget this year, there's still plenty of opportunity for you to have an enjoyable Prime Day — there are already a bunch of deals for under $25 on Amazon as we speak.

SEE ALSO: The best early Prime Day deals under $50: Fire TV sticks, indoor cameras, and more

Check out our top budget deal picks below, and be sure to keep checking back, because we'll be updating this page as more offers pop up.

Best Echo deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Pop $21.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $18.00 Get Deal Why we like it

Echo devices are always a hot commodity during Prime Day, and that's because they always get nice discounts for the massive event. This deal may get even better when the sale officially begins, but if you're not feeling that patient, you can get an Echo Pop for just $21.99 ahead of the big day. (That's $18 off.)

Best sleep deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreamegg Dreamegg White Noise Machine $17.99 at Amazon
$27.99 Save $10 Get Deal Why we like it

A white noise machine can be a game-changer for those who have trouble sleeping, and this one from Dreamegg is just $17.99 ahead of Amazon Prime Day ($10 off). It's compact, has a long-lasting battery, and includes 21 different sounds to choose from to help you drift off to dreamland.

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