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Ive tracked TV prices for years — the best Amazon Spring Sale TV deals are from Hisense and TCL

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:29
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale TV deals at a glance: Best small TV deal Hisense 32-inch S5 DécoTV QLED FHD Fire TV $194.97 at Amazon (save $55.02) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch Canvas QLED 4K TV $687.99 at Amazon (save $306) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $997.99 at Amazon (save $500) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $897.96 at Amazon (save $398) Get Deal

Most of the year's major flagship TVs announced in January hit the shelves by the end of March, which cues retailers to push deep discounts on last year's models. Amazon's Big Spring Sale (which officially ends tomorrow, March 31) is proving that this annual price drop cycle is very real.

SEE ALSO: What to look for when buying a TV, as told through this easy TV specs guide

It's not just Amazon's in-house Fire TVs that see big discounts during the Big Spring Sale (Amazon Fire TVs are hardly the best TVs you can get for the money right now). I've been tracking new TV releases and comparing TV specs at Mashable for years, and I consistently find that the most worthwhile Amazon TV deals are from solid budget brands like TCL and Hisense, with a few sizes of Samsung's The Frame occasionally thrown in.

Pro tip: Best Buy tends to have way more options for deals on flagship Samsung and LG TVs. For instance, Samsung just released its 2026 Neo QLED TVs on March 24 — Best Buy's stock of on-sale 2025 versions of those TVs, like the QN70F and QN80F, has been much more stable than Amazon's this week. Amazon barely has any recent LG TVs in stock at all, while Best Buy has countless 2024 and 2025 QNED and OLED models on sale.

SEE ALSO: Best Buy’s Tech Fest is over, but these deals are still worth your money

I'll be updating this list with the best Amazon TV deals until the sale officially wraps up. Every model featured here is at, or lower than, its previous best price based on data from camelcamelcamel, so these are genuinely competitive offers. I'm keeping a special eye out for fresh discounts across the models I've picked as the best 65-inch TVs you can buy so far this year.

Best Big Spring Sale TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 QLED 4K TV $897.96 at Amazon
$1,297.99 Save $400.03   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

One TV that's actually beating its previous record-low sale price is the 2025 75-inch Hisense U7. Currently 31% off, it's $103 cheaper than it was just a month ago during Presidents' Day sales.

The 2026 version of the same TV was just unveiled on March 6, so a new price drop on the predecessor model certainly tracks. The 2026 75-inch U7 will cost $1,999.99 — more than $1,000 steeper than the 2025 model's $897.96 sale price. Those are the kind of steals I was talking about. The 65-inch model is also at a new record-low $697.96 if 75 inches is a bit larger than you'd like.

This mini LED model packs a serious punch for the price. Its brightness in SDR and HDR gets consistently great notes across the internet, with glare handling strong enough for most sunlit rooms. You don't always see a 165 Hz refresh rate in budget to mid-range TVs, so the Hisense U7 is a top contender for an XL gaming TV under $1,000.

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I finally bought a Bambu Lab 3D printer, and it changed how I think about the hobby

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:15

There are many 3D printer brands out there to choose from, and, in 2026, it’s fairly hard to make the wrong choice. I picked Bambu Lab as my 3D printer, and I am so happy I went that route, even though I was initially very skeptical of the brand. Here’s why I love my Bambu Lab 3D printer, and how I think it completely changed how I see the 3D printing hobby as a whole.

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A 12-ton KitKat heist is breaking the internet

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:06

A chocolate heist is captivating the internet this week after a transport truck carrying 12 tons of KitKat products was reportedly stolen.

SEE ALSO: J.K. Rowling controversy explained

The KitKat bandits intercepted the delivery vehicle mid-route, carrying 413,793 units of a "new" KitKat product from Central Italy to Poland, CBS reports.

Parent company Nestlé told CBS News that the truck is still unaccounted for, and warned that the loss could "threaten" supply chains across Europe. In a follow-up statement on KitKat brand social media accounts, however, it was clarified that there is no threat to supply or public safety.

The internet, of course, is having a field day.

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And in true form other brands got in the mix, as well, including potential Danny Ocean level mastermind Domino's.

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"We've always encouraged people to have a break with KitKat, but it seems thieves have taken the message too literally and made a break with more than 12 tons of our chocolate," a Nestle spokesperson told AFP.

Looking at my calendar, I can't help but think there may be Soderbergh-esque third act reveal in this viral tale. Surely, Nestle hasn't roped us into a week-long April Fools' Day joke, all with the plan of releasing a new flavor of KitKat after continued global boycotts of Nestlé products?

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Stop blaming Lossless Scaling: Your GPU settings are the real problem

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:00

Lossless Scaling is a fantastic tool that can help when your GPU can't handle certain workloads. It also helps out in games that don't support DLSS, FSR, or XeSS. Most importantly, it's cheap, and it works with any graphics card. But despite all those positives, it's not quite a full-on replacement for vendor-specific software, and it can run into various problems.

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Infiniti QX60 vs. QX65: Why you’re paying more for fewer seats

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:45

Most of the time, it’s simple: the higher the number on the tailgate, the bigger the SUV. But with Infiniti’s revised and redesigned lineup for 2026 and 2027, that logic has a bit of a curveball. If you’re looking at the 2026 QX60 and the 2027 QX65, you’re looking at mechanical twins. They share the same 268-horsepower VC-Turbo engine, the same nine-speed automatic transmission, and the same 6,000-lb. max towing capacity.

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Bluesky announces AI app for custom feeds

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:35

Bluesky has created another app, Attie, that uses AI to build custom feeds.

The Bluesky team announced Attie at the Atmosphere conference over the weekend, TechCrunch reported. The conference is about the AT protocol, which is the underlying protocol Bluesky is built on, according to TechCrunch, and the conference attendees will be the initial beta testers.

SEE ALSO: Bluesky finally has drafts

Attie already has a Bluesky account, naturally, where it posted on Saturday that it's currently in an invite-only closed beta (much like how Bluesky was when it launched).

1/ Today, we’re excited to introduce Attie, currently as an invite-only closed beta. Attie is the first agentic social app on atproto. It’s something completely new—an experiment in making building on the protocol more accessible.

— Attie (@attie.ai) March 28, 2026 at 6:48 PM

"Attie is the first agentic social app on atproto [the AT protocol]," the post reads. "It's something completely new — an experiment in making building on the protocol more accessible."

The Attie presentation comes shortly after Bluesky CEO Jay Graber announced she's stepping down from her position. Graber will now be chief innovation officer, and she was part of the Attie announcement along with CTO Paul Frazee, TechCrunch reported.

Graber also posted a blog about Attie on Saturday, in which she wrote, "The proliferation of low-quality AI-generated content is making public social networks noisier and less trustworthy at a time when we need accurate information more than ever," yet major platforms aren't trying to fix the problem.

Graber continued that she and the Bluesky team believe AI should "serve people, not platforms," and that an open protocol "puts this power directly in users' hands." It's increasingly possible to personalize software without being able to code, she wrote, thanks to agentic coding tools.

"You can use it to build your own feeds, create software that works the way you want it to, and find signal in the noise," she wrote.

Attie users will apparently be able to describe what posts they want to see, and the coding agent will build the feed they describe. The experience will be "more like having a conversation than configuring software," according to Graber.

On the Attie website, examples of prompts include "poetry, long-form fiction craft, and writing process from people I follow" and "Show me electronic music and experimental sound from people in my network."

Those without an invite code can sign up for Attie's waitlist on the website.

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Python in Excel isn't just for programmers—4 useful things you can do with it right now

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:30

For decades, if you wanted to do heavy data lifting in Excel, your options were nested formulas, VBA macros, or a trip into the Power Query Editor. But with Python now accessible directly from Excel cells, there's a fourth way. It lets you perform complex data cleaning, sentiment analysis, and more—all without leaving the formula bar.

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5 classic Prime Video movies to watch this week (March 30 – April 3)

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:15

What can I say? I’m feeling nostalgic again about movie recommendations, so we’re diving back into some classic titles currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video.

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This $10 desk gadget solved my humidity problem better than any smart home device I own

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 16:00

There's a whole sea of cool smart home gadgets you can buy, but for me, one of the most essential is a thermometer and hygrometer combo (also known as a thermo-hygrometer). It's a simple device that tracks temperature and humidity in my room. Despite its simplicity, this cheap little gadget has become a mainstay on my desk—and here's why.

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The European Commission got hacked for the second time this year

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 15:30

The European Commission – the same regulatory body that slaps big fines on tech heavyweights like Apple and Meta and issues AI safety guidelines – was hacked in March, with attackers stealing a ton of data.

In a blog post detailing the attack, the EC said it had discovered a cyber attack on its Europa.eu platform on March 24. "Immediate steps" were taken to contain the attack, which is why the Europa websites remained operational. Internal systems of the EC were not affected by the cyberattack, and the EC says it would continue to "continue to monitor the situation and take all necessary measures to ensure the security of its internal systems and data."

The EC also said that data has been taken from its Europa websites, without going into further detail.

However, BleepingComputer claims the breach affected at least one of the EC's Amazon Web Services (AWS) accounts, with hackers telling the outlet they got away with over 350GB of data, including "multiple databases." The hackers also said they will not attempt to extort the EC for the stolen data but will leak it online "at a later date."

SEE ALSO: U.S. government creates website to get around European content bans

The Europa.eu sites are a comprehensive homepage for the European Union, featuring news as well as information on the EU's laws, policies, and institutions. It's unclear whether any personal information was stolen in the breach.

This is the second cyberattack the European Commission has disclosed this year. In January, the EC said hackers breached its central infrastructure for managing mobile devices, acquiring staff names and some of their mobile phone numbers.

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Stop distro-hopping. It won’t fix your Linux problems

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 15:30

It seems like every new Linux user goes through a phase of "distro-hopping," or constantly switching Linux distros. If you've gotten the urge to install a new Linux distro, here are the reasons you might want to stop and think for a bit.

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Black phones used to feel premium—now they're just boring

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 15:00

For a very long time, black was the coolest smartphone color you could pick. It felt sleek and premium, almost like a more refined version of the neutral gray tones that Apple helped popularize. But now that it's been done to death, black just no longer stands out the way it used to. That's exactly why, when I was buying my latest phone, I went out of my way to avoid a black model.

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Apple AirTags have never been cheaper — score $15 trackers in Amazons Spring Sale

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:45
The best Apple AirTag deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Best AirTag Bundle deal Apple AirTag (1st Gen) 4-Pack $59.99 (save $39.01) Get Deal

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is still going strong but the clock is very much ticking, with the sale set to end after March 31. We’re continuing to see some great price drops across multiple categories, including $300 price cuts on MacBooks and $400 off Apple Watches. Hey, what's not to like?

Of course, we’re holding out to see if Amazon’s going to gift us with additional Apple deals (we're looking at you, MacBook Neo, currently marked down by just $9.01). We also Apple AirTag 4-packs hit their lowest ever price of $59.99, a price so low that Amazon is now out of stock. Thankfully though, other retailers have matched that record price, so you can grab them from Walmart and Best Buy.

Don't forget: Apple recently released a new generation of Apple AirTags, so we don't know how much longer these trackers will be available, especially at this record-low price. We've already seen M4 MacBook Airs, iPad Airs, and AirPods Max headphones go out of stock, and AirTags could be next.

Best deal overall Apple AirTag Tracker (4-Pack) $59.99 at Walmart
$99 Save $39.01   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The updated Apple AirTag 2 is still at full price, but you can get a four-pack of first-gen AirTags for just $59.99 right now, or $15 per tracker.

These little trackers are total lifesavers for anyone who's always misplacing their keys or wants some peace of mind by stashing one in their checked luggage. (I use them to keep tabs on my dogs when I'm visiting my parents.) You can track your stuff directly in the Find My app, and if you’re nearby, your iPhone can lead you straight to the exact cushion your wallet is hiding under.

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7 Home Assistant automations that work better with NFC tags

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:45

There are plenty of ways to trigger automations in Home Assistant. Smart buttons can be a useful option, but there are some cases where an NFC tag is the perfect choice.

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The Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:32

TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box listed for $124.99, the lowest-ever price with the retailer. Walmart is slightly lower at $123.99.

Where to buy Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box: Best Amazon deal Magic: The Gathering Avatar:The Last Airbender Play Booster Box $124.99 at Amazon Shop Now Best Walmart Deal Magic: The Gathering Avatar:The Last Airbender Play Booster Box $123.99 at Walmart Shop Now

With Amazon’s Big Spring Sale continuing to bring more attention to gaming deals, Pokemon TCG deals, and even offers on Samsung and Apple tech, is there anything for Magic: The Gathering fans? Of course there is: One of the biggest recent MTG crossover products has dropped to its best-ever price.

As of March 30, Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Play Booster Box listed for $124.99, its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. Meanwhile, Walmart is a touch lower at $123.99, undercutting Amazon by $1 and making it the best place to buy right now.

Buyers are getting 30 Avatar The Last Airbender Play Boosters, with 14 trading cards in each pack. In MTG, boxes like these are the best boosters for playing with friends, building decks, and getting into Limited, as well as hunting for chase cards. On a pack-by-pack basis, Walmart’s current $123.99 price lands at roughly $4.13 per booster.

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Each Play Booster includes at least one Traditional Foil card and one to four cards of Rare rarity or higher, with the possibility of borderless alternate art in the mix as well. It’s one of the best ways to dive into the Avatar The Last Airbender-themed Magic expansion, packing cards utilizing the beloved elemental bending mechanics alongside those built around familiar characters, creatures, and scenes from the series. 

If you’re an Avatar fan who’s new to MTG, you can also still buy the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Beginner Box for under $24. To save more on packs from other expansions, the Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box is still only $119 in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

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6 ways to reclaim your Excel screen real estate

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:30

Excel is a data analyst's friend, but it quickly becomes a foe when you start fighting the app itself for screen space. A clunky ribbon and a disorganized grid can make your workspace feel tiny, but you can take back control and maximize your real estate with these space-saving tips.

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The best AirPods deals in Amazons Big Spring Sale — we found AirPods Pro 3 for under $200

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:26
A quick look at the best Amazon Spring Sale AirPods deals: Best AirPods 4 Deal Apple AirPods 4 $114.95 (save $14.05) Get Deal Best AirPods Pro Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best AirPods Max deal AirPods Max (1st Gen, USB-C) $449.99 (save $99.01) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back has hit big over the last five days, but all good things must come to an end. There are only two shopping days left before the Big Spring Sale bows out after March 31. As always with these major sale events, we've been on the case non-stop, helping you find the very best deals across all kinds of products. And we've spotted some awesome deals on Apple AirPods — deals that sound as good as Apple audio tech.

The AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4 (both with and without ANC), and first-gen AirPods Max are on sale at Amazon. They're going fast though: AirPods Max 2 have already sold out with a slim discount. And if you don't see the AirPods Max in stock at Amazon, check Target and Walmart.

SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals to shop ahead of the Amazon Big Spring Sale — save on AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks

If you've been looking to score new earbuds or headphones to pair with your Apple tech this year, we've gathered up our favorite AirPods deals for you into one place.

Note that no AirPods (except the just-released AirPods Max 2) have hit their lowest prices on record yet, but with two days to go there's still a chance they could get cheaper. We'll be sure to update this page if new deals go live before the sale ends.

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FYI: You don't need to be an Amazon Prime member to shop the sale, but members will receive exclusive deals on a variety of items.

Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99.99 at Amazon
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If you're not looking to drop a ton of cash on new earbuds, one of our favorite deals is on the AirPods 4 without Active Noise Cancellation. These AirPods have dropped to just $114.95 at Amazon, saving you $14.05 on list price. We think these are the best budget earbuds for Apple users. We have to point out, however, that these AirPods were at an even lower price earlier in the sale, so maybe grab them in case they bump all the way back up to full price.

If you had your eye on the AirPods 4 with ANC, the good news is those are also on sale right now. They are currently marked down to just $155.99 at Amazon, or roughly $23 off their original list price of $179. So no matter which option you choose, you can save some cash right now.

Best AirPods Pro deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $49.01   Get Deal Why we like it

The AirPods Pro 3 are some of our favorite earbuds for Apple users, earning spots on both our lists of the best headphones and best earbuds. Our review had high praise for them, with writer Adam Doud calling them, "a remarkable upgrade in functionality over their predecessors, with better battery life and ANC, as well as a new heart rate sensor."

Boasting great sound quality and noise-cancelling features, alongside a hefty battery life that can last up to eight hours (with ANC) on a single charge, these AirPods are a nice upgrade indeed. Ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, they're marked down to $199.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

Best AirPods Max deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (1st Gen, USB-C) $449.99 at Amazon
$549 Save $99.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Premium noise-canceling headphones from brands like Sony and Bose are much better value, but AirPods Max are a popular pick nonetheless. (If nothing else, they're super stylish.) Apple announced the AirPods Max 2 with better ANC and smart features earlier this month, and now the first-gen models with USB-C charging are on sale on Amazon for $449.99. That's about $100 off their regular retail price of $549. But it's just the purple colorway available at this price for now — unless you're happy to wait for lengthy delivery times on other color variants.

Note we've seen these go in and out of stock at Amazon during the Big Spring Sale, so check Target and Walmart if you're not having luck with Amazon.

Read Mashable's full review of the first-generation Apple AirPods Max.

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4 outdoor smart accessories I’m adding to my backyard this spring

How-To Geek - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:15

Spring has officially arrived, bringing sunnier days and warmer temperatures that make you want to spend more time outside. While you wait for the flowers to fully bloom, it may be a good time to upgrade your backyard with a few key accessories.

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Jamie Dornan leads SNL UK song roasting British tourists

Mashable - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:02

British tourists tend to get a bad rap at the best of times, and one of SNL UK's latest sketches gives an entertaining insight into why.

The clip above starts at the airport, with the cast getting ready to jet off to Spain — and excitement levels running particularly high for a visit to the local "British-themed pub" ("Just like Britain, but in Spain!" sing the cast).

Fortunately, when they do eventually decide to branch out and try somewhere else, guest host Jamie Dornan is happy to lend a hand — and you can probably guess where they all end up next.

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