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The best Prime Day fitness tracker deals: Best fitness tracker deal Fitbit Charge 6 $85.45 (Save $74.50) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 (Save $500) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) $279 (Save $120) Get Deal Best Samsung Galaxy deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) $246.99 (Save $133) Get Deal

Prime Day deals can be totally overwhelming with the sheer volume of products on sale, but the smartest way to shop is to go for what you really need. If you've been in the market for a new fitness tracker in time to hit your summer fitness goals, Prime Day is the best time to buy.

Right now there are a wealth of fitness trackers and smartwatches on sale. Find Fitbits, Garmin smartwatches, and Apple Watches dropping to new lows during Prime Day.

Best Prime Day fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Charge 6 $89.95 at Amazon
$159.95 Save $70.00   Get Deal

Fitbits are one of the OG fitness trackers, helping people get on their feet and stay active. The Charge 6 displays your daily steps and heart rate. It automatically detects activity and can even link to compatible exercise machines to display your heart rate. And right now, the Fitbit Charge 6 is 38% off ahead of Prime Day.

Grab it for just $89.95 and save $70 off its $159.95 list price. This early Prime Day deal also brings the Charge 6 down to its lowest price ever.

More fitness tracker deals

• Fitbit Inspire 3 — $66.45 $99.95 (save $33.50)

• Fitbit Sense 2 — $199.94 $249.95 (save $50.01)

Best Prime Day smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 at Amazon
$999.99 Save $500   Get Deal

Garmin smartwatches are a staple among runners who want elite GPS tracking alongside health monitoring. The Garmin Epix Pro is usually a big investment at $999.99, but ahead of Prime Day, it's been cut in half, down to just $499.99, saving you $500.

It has 1.3-inch always on AMOLED display with a built-in LED flashlight. It's for true endurance athletes, providing a hill score for big climbs and endurance scores as you train. For a complete picture of your health, it'll monitor your health 24/7, providing pulse ox and HRV status.

Grab it now ahead of Prime Day for its lowest price ever.

More smartwatch deals

• CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro — $61.75 $99 (save $37.25)

• Whoop Activity Tracker — $189 $239 (save $50)

• Garmin Vivoactive 5 — $189.99 $299.99 (save $110)

• Apple Watch SE 2 (44mm) — $229 $279 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) — $218.49 $349.99 (save $131.50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) — $246.99 $379.99 (save $133)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) — $279 $399 (save $120)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (47mm) — $344.75 $649.99 (save $305.24)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $697 (save $97.01)

• Garmin Forerunner 970 — $649.99 $749.99 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (49mm) — $649 $799 (save $150)

I thought I had a pretty good handle on what was connected to my home network. Then I actually made a map of it, and suddenly my router's device list looked less like a tidy inventory and more like a drawer full of cables I swear I had already sorted. (I do actually have a drawer full of networking gear, but that's beside the point.)

Are monthly software subscriptions draining your wallet? Wondering whether you can replace your premium tools with free alternatives? Well, here are five free, open-source apps that don’t just match their paid counterparts—they often surpass them.

A new Nothing Phone is on the way and you won't have to wait too long to find out more.

On Thursday, the British design firm posted a video that ostensibly showcases some teaser images of their upcoming smartphone, Phone (4b). The post, published on X, mentions July 7, all but announcing that's when the official unveiling will take place.

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Wondering what the difference is between this Nothing Phone (4b) and the Nothing Phone (4a), currently on sale? Essentially the Phone (4b) will be a more affordable model of the Phone (4a) — just as Google makes the Pixel 10 and the lower-priced Pixel 10a model.

The video that Nothing posted does show some design differences between the Nothing Phone (4b) and the Nothing Phone (4a).

"Phone (4b) blends a unibody design and clear camera bump of Phone (4a) Pro with the Glyph Bar from Phone (4a) to create a minimal rear design that feels distinctly Nothing and smooth in your hands," Nothing wrote on the community forum on its website.

Notably, the Phone (4b) teased in the video comes in a blue color option.

Mashable previously reviewed the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and lauded the features the company managed to pack into a $499 smartphone. It'll be interesting to see how much lower Nothing goes with its cheaper phone model.

Bad news for Nothing Phone fans in the U.S., however. According to 9to5Google, Nothing does not plan to sell the Phone (4b) in North America.

The best Prime Day MacBook deals at a glance: Best MacBook Air deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook Pro deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,549 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook Neo deal Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $589.99 (save $9.01) Get Deal

Prime Day 2026 is here — and so are the price hikes that Apple teased last week. As of June 25, select Apple products are at least $100 more expensive than before. That includes the full MacBook lineup: the MacBook Air, the MacBook Pro, and even the budget MacBook Neo. Bummer.

Now for some good news. While Apple's price changes are now live in the Apple Store, Amazon hasn't adjusted its own listings to match them just yet. In other words, the best Prime Day MacBook deals we've seen so far this week are still up for grabs, and looking even better than before.

Take the MacBook Neo. The base model is marked down to $589.99 this Prime Day. Originally, that was only a $9.01 discount on its $599 MSRP. But as of today, it's really a $109.01 savings given the Apple Store's new starting price of $699.

SEE ALSO: Apple price increases arrive: How much MacBooks and iPads will cost you now

MacBook prices as low as these will probably be very rare going forward, so if you're on the fence about an upgrade, I would absolutely recommend shopping Amazon's Prime Day MacBook deals. I've rounded up the best ones below and will continue to update my list based on current pricing and availability. (I'm marking any record-lows I encounter with a 🔥.)

I'd also encourage you to check out competing retailers' anti-Prime Day sales — namely, Best Buy's Tech Fest. It's matching a lot Prime Day MacBook offers, so if they sell out on Amazon, you've got a fallback plan.

Best Prime Day MacBook Neo deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $589.99 at Amazon
$599 Save $9.01 Will soon cost $699. Get Deal

Apple's colorful new budget laptop is faster than most Windows laptops in basic single-core workloads, and it has the same premium build quality as Apple's other MacBooks. Amazon has been selling the base configuration for $589.99 (normally $599) for a few weeks now. That hasn't been a great deal until today, when the Apple Store bumped its price by $100. Once Amazon matches Apple's MSRP, it will only be available at $599 for college students, their parents, and teachers on a regular basis, so this is a real last-chance steal. Take your pick from four colors: silver, blush, indigo, and citrus.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple MacBook Neo.

Best Prime Day MacBook Air deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $150 Will soon cost $1,299. Get Deal

The new M5 MacBook Air is a class-leading ultraportable with a zippy processor, two full workdays' worth of battery life, and a premium, polished design. (Haptic touchpad? Check. Crisp Liquid Retina display? Check. Speakers that sound better than anything you'll find on the average Windows laptop? Checkity-check.) The 13-inch base configuration is on sale for $949 this Prime Day, which is $150 off its $1,099 sticker price. It will soon cost $1,299, or $350 more, once Apple's price hikes are reflected on Amazon.

Best Buy was matching this deal at the time of writing. Both retailers have all four colors in stock: starlight, silver, midnight, and sky blue.

Read Mashable's full review of the M5 Apple MacBook Air.

More MacBook Air deals

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,149 $1,299 (save $150), will soon cost $1,599

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,149 $1,299 (save $150), will soon cost $1,499

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,349 $1,499 (save $150), will soon cost $1,799

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,549.99 $1,699 (save $149.01), will soon cost $1,999

Best Prime Day MacBook Pro deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,549 at Amazon
$1,699 Save $150 Will soon cost $1,999. Get Deal

The M5 MacBook Pro is a creative-forward upgrade with a gorgeous 120Hz Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED) display, a longer battery life, and extra ports like an SDXC card slot. It also has built-in fans, unlike the MacBook Air, so you're less likely to experience thermal throttling when you run demanding software on it. Amazon has the base model listed for $1,549 this Prime Day — another $150 savings. (Best Buy is also price-matching Amazon here.) It will soon cost $1,999, or a whopping $450 more.

Read Mashable's full review of the M5 Apple MacBook Pro.

More MacBook Pro deals

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,749 $1,899 (save $150), will soon cost $2,199

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,944 $2,099 (save $155), will soon cost $2,399

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $2,399 $2,599 (save $200 🔥), will soon cost $2,999

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,494 $2,699 (save $205), will soon cost $2,999

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,857 $3,099 (save $242), will soon cost $3,599

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $3,649 $3,899 (save $250 🔥), will soon cost $4,399

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 48GB RAM, 2TB SSD) — $4,149 $4,399 (save $250 🔥), will soon cost $4,999

Which MacBook should you buy?

The MacBook Air is my favorite MacBook for most people, including most college students and office workers. The MacBook Neo is my top pick for frugal buyers, casual users, and younger students (grades K through 12). The MacBook Pro is my No. 1 choice for content creators and other creative professionals, especially photo and video editors.

For more detailed buying tips, check out my dedicated guide to the best MacBooks.

You're about to have fewer EV choices in the American car market. The U.S. Department of Commerce has banned new car sales for Polestar, a Volvo spinoff, starting with the 2027 model year.

I tried using my Galaxy Watch as a sleep tracker, but it never really stuck. So, I went in the opposite direction and turned an old Google Pixel 6a into a dedicated bedside sleep companion instead. After making a few specific optimizations, it not only helped improve and stabilize my sleep schedule but also did a decent job of tracking my sleep.

A proposed change to FCC rules may make anonymous burner phones a thing of the past.

That's because the federal regulatory agency is introducing plans that would require the collection of names, addresses, and government identification numbers for nearly every U.S. cellphone user in a bid to curb escalating robocalls and scams.

The proposal mandates phone companies connect identifying information to numbers originating on their networks, including pre-paid phones, and flag suspicious activity associated with devices, such as cryptocurrency payments and phone numbers not listed to residential addresses. That information would then be officially verified and stored for up to four years if the number is deemed suspicious.

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Initial public comment on the proposal closes today. The FCC will then open up a reply period, with a deadline of July 27, before making its final decision. There's no timeline yet for implementing the new rules should the agency proceed.

The proposal was first introduced in May and stoked immediate concerns among consumer privacy advocates. In the month since, other civil society advocates have warned that expanding Know-Your-Consumer rules could spell disaster for a wide range of privacy seekers in the digital age.

Domestic violence resource groups, for example, have filed statements to the FCC arguing that data privacy and the use of anonymous devices is an essential safety tool for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence, the FCC's proposed red flags "implicate practices that survivors routinely use to protect themselves from being monitored or harmed by abusive actors.”

In addition, the new rules could effectively disconnect millions of Americans who do not have government-issued identification, including undocumented residents.

"For decades, civil libertarians have looked overseas at authoritarian countries where the government requires people to register to get a mobile phone to ensure they can be tracked. We never thought that would happen here," Jay Stanley, ACLU senior policy analyst, told CNET.

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Where I live, internet outages and power outages are both common, so I cannot realistically keep everything on my home server. At the same time, I still want to reliably self-host my services, so I'm keeping critical stuff on a virtual private server (or VPS for short). It took some trial and error to figure what is going where, so if you're in a similar spot, this list might help.

Grindr's been peeving off its customers, and other dating apps are starting to take note. Since its "AI era" announcement and the introduction of an astronomically priced premium tier, Grindr's competitors have stepped up to the plate to give people what they want: hookups, now.

Squirt, a cruising site that's been around since 1999 BG (Before Grindr), launched its first iOS app (SQ Dating) in April, and now it's adding new features to encourage you to download the app and check out the site, including a revamped "Video Chat" experience and a "New Guys" grid.

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According to a press release shared with Mashable, "Video Chat" has been rebuilt for a "smoother, faster, and more reliable 1:1 experience." It's easier to jump between the web and mobile app; you can also switch between your front and rear cameras and receive incoming call notifications (no matter what page you're on) across both platforms.

"Bringing back Video Chat gives members a more immediate way to flirt, tease, verify chemistry, and decide what happens next," Andrew Nolan, Head of Dating Businesses at Squirt's parent company, Pink Triangle Press, said in a statement. "Whether they're browsing on the website or using the app, we want the experience to feel direct, easy, and hot.”

To make it even easier to see who's brand-new to the app, the company launched a "New Guys" grid. This is essentially a grid of guys who've joined in the last 30 days or who've been online "recently" and explicitly flag that they want to meet up right now — which helps if you're tired of seeing the same local faces over and over again.

Squirt's new user layout interface. Credit: Squirt

Squirt also says it's planning to add an integrated "Map" feature later this summer (taking a page from Sniffies' book, I see) to give you another way to connect with nearby profiles. You'll find it under "Dating" on the app and "Cruising Listings" on desktop, where you can check into locations and browse nearby activity.

TL;DR: Live stream Ecuador vs. Germany in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockouts ready to kick off, Ecuador need a win over Group E leaders Germany for a chance of advancing.

It sounds like a big ask but it's not impossible — Germany looked vulnerable at times in their last game and only just nicked a win. Ecuador will have to give it everything they've got. But is it too little, too late?

If you want to watch Ecuador vs. Germany in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Ecuador vs. Germany?

Ecuador vs. Germany in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 4 p.m. ET on June 25. This fixture takes place at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

How to watch Ecuador vs. Germany for free

Ecuador vs. Germany in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Ecuador vs. Germany for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Watch Ecuador vs. Germany for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Ecuador vs. Germany (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.

Live stream Ecuador vs. Germany in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.

TL;DR: Live stream Curacao vs. Ivory Coast in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN, an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockouts are on the horizon, and Curacao are looking to turn their campaign into a Cinderella story. After losing to Germany then drawing with Ecuador, a win in this last group game against Ivory Coast could see them advance. But it won't be easy. Ivory Coast are solid and took Germany to the limit in their last fixture.

If you want to watch Curacao vs. Ivory Coast in the 2026 FIFA World Cup from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Curacao vs. Ivory Coast?

Curacao vs. Ivory Coast in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 4 p.m. ET on June 25. This fixture takes place at the Philadelphia Stadium.

How to watch Curacao vs. Ivory Coast for free

Curacao vs. Ivory Coast in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.

BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock BBC iPlayer to live stream the 2026 World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Curacao vs. Ivory Coast for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

4. Visit BBC iPlayer

5. Watch Curacao vs. Ivory Coast for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of the 2026 World Cup without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Curacao vs. Ivory Coast (plus more World Cup fixtures) before recovering your investment.

ExpressVPN's regular 30-day money back guarantee is not available for any subscriptions purchased during the FIFA World Cup between June 10 and July 11. ExpressVPN remains our top pick for sport, but you will need to pay the monthly rate. Alternatively, Proton VPN still offers that all-important money-back guarantee.

What is the best VPN for BBC iPlayer?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on BBC iPlayer, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including the UK

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99. That covers you for the duration of the World Cup.

Live stream Curacao vs. Ivory Coast in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free.

If you need a new Android phone but are strapped for cash, you just got a lifeline. Samsung will release the Galaxy A27 5G in the U.S. on July 14 for $349, with a few key upgrades — although there are curious downgrades that will turn off A26 owners.

Most luxury SUVs start feeling their age once the miles stack up. What once felt premium can quickly turn into rattles, wear, and a cabin that no longer feels worth the price tag.

If you've ever wondered how to reuse configuration values or how to easily inject them into your code, then I have the perfect tool for you. It's not just a JSON replacement but something more powerful that works with several config formats.

The best Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 (save $150) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 (save $120) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $519 (save $80) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $150) Get Deal Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack $89 (save $10) Get Deal Best Apple Accessories deal Apple MagSafe Charger $28 (save $21) Get Deal Best iPhone Deal iPhone 17 (256GB or 512GB) Free with T-Mobile (save up to $1,029.99) Get Deal

If you're shopping for some new Apple gadgets this Prime Day, your timing couldn't be better: Today, Apple raised some of its prices because of the global RAM shortage. AirPods and Apple Watches are unaffected (for now), but all MacBooks and iPads are now at least $100 more expensive than they were yesterday — even the budget MacBook Neo.

Here's the good news: The price changes haven't gone into effect on Amazon yet, only in the Apple Store. So, procrastinate at your own risk. For now, you can still shop Prime Day deals on Apple Watches, AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks. That includes a record-low price on the M4 iPad Air. (It's only $519 on Amazon right now, down from $599, but the Apple Store is charging $749.)

SEE ALSO: The top 30+ Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by a tech editor on a budget: Save 50% on Bose headphones

We'll continue to monitor Amazon's best Prime Day Apple deals through the end of the week, and we'll make note if/when Amazon adjusts Apple products' MSRPs. For now, the deals we've gathered reflect MacBooks and iPads' original launch prices (before today's increase).

We're also checking prices at other major retailers like Best Buy and Walmart to make sure you're truly getting the lowest prices available. If they manage to beat one of Amazon's Prime Day Apple deals, we'll note that and link to the competition.

Note: Products marked with a 🔥 are at their lowest-ever price. Deals marked with a strikethrough weren't available at the time of writing, but could return later this week.

Best Prime Day AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 🔥 $399 at Amazon
$549 Save $150   Get Deal

Apple's stylish over-ear headphones were updated in April with the H2 chip, bringing better noise cancellation and support for software features like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Live Translation. This Prime Day, Amazon has them marked down to just $399 — a 27% savings and their lowest price ever (by a lot). This is a shockingly good deal, considering the original AirPods Max took several years to hit the same price. Only Walmart's managed to match it so far.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Max 2.

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 (pre-owned) — $65 $98 (save $33)

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

Best Prime Day Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) 🔥 $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal

The Apple Watch Series 11 has a new record-low price for Prime Day. Amazon marked it down to just $279, which is 30% off its usual $399 MSRP. (It was $20 more expensive during Amazon's Big Spring Sale a couple of months ago.) Apple's latest flagship wearable supports features like hypertension notifications and Sleep Score. Compared to its predecessor, it has a more scratch-resistant display and a longer battery life. Choose from four different case and band combinations, including one with the new space gray finish.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple Watch Series 11.

More Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) — $199 $249 (save $50) 🔥

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) — $499 $799 (save $300) 🔥

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + cellluar, 49mm) — $649 $799 (save $150) 🔥

Best Prime Day iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) 🔥 $519 at Amazon
$599 Save $80 Will soon cost $749. Get Deal

The M4 iPad Air is our favorite Apple tablet for most people, especially artists and other creatives, combining a beautiful design with laptop-level performance at a reasonable price. Right now, it's more reasonable than usual: The 11-inch base model with 128GB of storage has fallen to a record low of $519 for Prime Day, which is 13% off its current sticker price on Amazon. (Pick up an on-sale Apple Pencil or Magic Keyboard while you're at it, too.) If it sells out on Amazon, you can score the same deal at Best Buy.

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

More iPad deals

• Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) — $399.99 $499 (save $99.01)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 256GB) — $499.99 $599 (save $99.01)

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) — $699.99 $799 (save $99.01)

• Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $899 $999 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,249.99 $1,499 (save $249.01) 🔥

Best Prime Day MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $150 Will soon cost $1,299. Get Deal

If you need a new laptop that's sleek, portable, and powerful, the MacBook Air is sooo easy to recommend. Its thin all-aluminum design (available in four colors) features a haptic touchpad, a 12MP webcam, and a punchy Liquid Retina display. Its M5 chip makes it faster than most Windows laptops in just about any scenario. The 13-inch base model currently costs $1,099 on Amazon, but it's down to $949 for Prime Day. It's now $50 away from its record-low price from Memorial Day. You'll find the same deal at Best Buy this week.

Read Mashable's full review of the M5 Apple MacBook Air.

More MacBook deals

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,149 $1,299 (save $100)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,549 $1,699 (save $150)

Best Prime Day AirTag deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack 🔥 $89 at Amazon
$99 Save $10   Get Deal

Here's our first-ever discount on the second-generation AirTag, Apple's recently updated Bluetooth tracker. It doesn't look any different from the original version that launched in 2021, but it has a louder speaker and a much wider range. Grab an $89 four-pack for the best value (normally $99) — that works out to $22.25 per AirTag. If you only need one or two, you'll pay $24 for them individually during Prime Day (typically $29). Best Buy and Walmart were matching both of those deals, FYI.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirTag 2.

More Apple accessory deals

• Apple AirTag 2 — $24 $29 (save $5) 🔥

• Apple MagSafe Charger — $28 $49 (save $21) 🔥

• Apple Pencil USB-C — $59 $79 (save $20)

• Apple Magic Mouse — $59.99 $79 (save $15.01) 🔥

• Apple AirTag 1 (4-Pack) — $69.99 $99 (save $29.01)

• Apple Pencil Pro — $99 $129 (save $30)

Apple isn't immune to RAMageddon, either.

Reuters reported something on Thursday that many in the tech world had been expecting for weeks: Apple is raising prices on many of its devices. So far, iPhones and AirPods are exempt from this policy, but MacBooks, Macs, and iPads (among others) have all been affected. Here is the full list of price increases, as far as we are aware:

• Entry-level iPad: $449 (increase of $100)

• iPad Mini: $599 (increase of $100)

• 11-inch iPad Air: $749 (increase of $150)

• 13-inch iPad Air: $949 (increase of $200)

• 11-inch iPad Pro: $1,199 (increase of $200)

• 13-inch iPad Pro: $1,499 (increase of $200)

• MacBook Neo: $699 (increase of $100)

• 13-inch MacBook Air: $1,299 (increase of $200)

• 15-inch MacBook Air: $1,499 (increase of $200)

• iMac: $1,499 (increase of $200)

• M5 MacBook Pro: $1,999 (increase of $300)

• M5 Max MacBook Pro: $4,099 (increase of $500

• M5 Pro MacBook Pro: $2,499 (increase of $300)

• M4 Max Mac Studio: $2,499 (increase of $500)

• M3 Ultra Mac Studio: $5,299 (increase of $1,300)

• Apple TV 4K: $199 (increase of $70)

• HomePod: $349 (increase of $50)

• Apple Vision Pro headset: $3,699 (increase of $200)

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This obviously isn't great if you're a fan of Apple hardware or of relatively affordable electronics in general. As with all other recent tech price increases, you can blame it on the rapid expansion of data centers for AI, which has put a premium on memory components and made it harder to manufacture basically every electronic device.

The MacBook Neo is getting a price bump just months after its launch, when it was heralded as finally bringing us an affordable MacBook.

We'll cut to the chase: As of Thursday, June 25, Apple is officially raising prices on its new budget laptop, the MacBook Neo. At the online Apple store, prices on the MacBook Neo have increased by $100.

However, for a little while longer, you can still order this laptop at its original price at Amazon, while supplies last.

Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $589.99 at Amazon
  Shop Now at Amazon Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $689.99 at Amazon
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This colorful starter laptop launched in March with a starting price of $599, and Amazon quickly undercut the competition (and Apple itself) by selling the computer for $589.99. (A version with extra storage and Touch ID costs $699.99, or $689.99 at Amazon.)

The MacBook Neo was a shot across the bow of the Windows laptop market, and there's truly nothing else like it at its price point. However, the $599 MacBook Neo was apparently too good for this world.

Last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook warned of impending price increases caused by the global memory shortage, aka RAMageddon. As the AI industry buys up memory components, manufacturers have been raising prices on tech products across the board in 2026. Apple held out longer than most of its rivals, but as of this morning, the company has implemented price increases on MacBooks, Mac devices, and iPads. Price increases on iPhones could follow shortly.

SEE ALSO: Thank the AI industry for tech price increases: See the full list

However, as I mentioned, it will take some time before the new prices are reflected at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.

So, once again, this is almost certainly your last chance to get the MacBook Neo at its original launch price.

Do not pass go. Do not waste $100. Head to Amazon and add the Neo to your cart while you still can.

Best Prime Day MicroSD, portable SSD, and hard drive deals Best MicroSD Card deal Samsung T7 MicroSDXC, 1TB $239.99 (Save $80) Get Deal Best portable SSD deal Sandisk Portable SSD, 1TB $135.99 (Save $24) Get Deal Best for Switch 2 Samsung P9 Express MicroSD, 256GB $39.99 (Save $40) Get Deal Best external HDD deal Western Digital Elements Desktop HDD, 20TB $599.99 (save $215) Get Deal Best internal hard drive deal Acer Predator GM7 NVMe SSD, 4TB $469.99 (save $140) Get Deal

Thanks to the global memory crisis known as RAMageddon, prices on memory products like hard drives, MicroSD cards, and portable SSDs have continued to climb. It's been a relentless trajectory of up, up, and up again. Experts interviewed by Mashable say the memory crisis will get worse before it gets better, so Prime Day marks a rare opportunity to find deals on these products.

MicroSD, portable SSDs, and hard drives are a staple of Prime Day and more relevant than ever in light of RAMageddon. We did some digging and found the best deals in the memory category. Now is the time to take advantage of these microSD, portable SSD, and hard drive offers, with Prime Day deals from Lexar, Samsung, and SanDisk.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2026: Get live updates on Amazon deals from Apple, Bose, Lego, and Sony

So, if your Nintendo Switch 2 or hard drive has been dangerously full, now's the best time to restock.

Best MicroSD Card deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T7 MicroSDXC 1TB $239.99 at Amazon
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If you're maxing out device storage, enough is enough. The Samsung T7 brings an immense amount of storage space (1TB to be exact) in a tiny package. It can store your favorite games and capture high-res photos and 4K video in real time. It pulls a lot of weight, and right now, you can pay just $239.99 for the MicroSD card, saving you $80 during Prime Day. For some slightly cheaper microSDs, check out Lexar's SD cards during Prime Day.

Best portable SSD deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sandisk Sandisk Portable SSD, 1TB $135.99
$159.99 Save $24   Get Deal

A portable SSD provides an immense amount of storage in a portable package. This Sandisk portable SSD is made for people on the go with a loop on it for easy attachment to a backpack or belt loop. With 1TB of storage, Sandisk claims excellent performance with up to 800MB/s speeds. Get it for just $135.99 and save $24 during Prime Day.

Best deal for Switch 2 Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung P9 Express MicroSD, 256GB $39.99 at Amazon
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If you're in the market for a microSD card for your Nintendo Switch 2, you can grab the Samsung P9 Express MicroSD for 50% off during Prime Day. It has transfer speeds up to 800MB/s and 256GB of storage, so you can store games on it in a safe spot.

More MicroSD, Portable SSD, and hard drive deals for Prime Day

MicroSDs

• Sandisk Max Endurance MicroSDHC, 32GB — $27.99 $32.99 (save $5)

• Sandisk Ultra MicroSDXC, 256GB — $41.78 $52.99 (save $11.21)

• Lexar E-Series MicroSD, 64GB — $42.49 $49.99 (save $7.50)

• Lexar E-Series MicroSD 3-pack, 128GB — $75.99 $89.99 (save $14)

• Lexar Play Blue MicroSD, 2TB — $279.99 $429.99 (save $120)

Portable SSDs

• Lexar TouchLock Portable SSD, 512GB — $87.99 $104.99 (save $17)

• SSK Portable SSD, 1TB — $129.19 $159.99 (save $30.80)

• Sandisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD, 1TB — $178.49 $209.99 (save $31.50)

• Samsung T9 Portable SSD, 1TB — $179.99 $287.99 (save $109)

• Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD, 2TB — $229.99 $299.99 (save $70)

Portable HDDs

• Western Digital Elements Portable HDD, 5TB — $196.99 $274.99 (save $78)

• Seagate Expansion Desktop HDD, 8TB — $249 $279.99 (save $30.99)

• Western Digital Elements Desktop HDD, 20TB — $599 $814.99 (save $215)

Internal hard drives

• Kingston A400 SATA-III SSD, 960GB — $185.99 $215.99 (save $30)

• Samsung 9100 PRO SSD, 1TB — $206.99 $339.99 (save $133)

• Samsung 990 PRO Gen4 SSD, 2TB — $369.99 $639.99 (save $270)

• Acer Predator GM7 NVMe SSD, 4TB — $469.99 $609.99 (save $140)

• SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD, 2TB — $589.99 $694.99 (save $105)

• WD_Black SN850X NVMe SSD with Heatsink, 4TB — $599.99 $649.99 (save $50)

• SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD, 4TB — $1,149.99 $1,399.99 (save $250)

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