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I found 20+ noise-cancelling headphones to shop in Amazons Spring Sale: Last chance to save on Sony and Bose

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:14
Best noise-cancelling headphones deals in the Amazon Big Spring Sale: Best Overall Bose QuietComfort $249 (save $100) Get Deal Best flagship headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 $243 (save $156.99) Get Deal Best budget Headphones Deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 (save $38) Get Deal Best AirPods Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best Budget Earbuds deal Nothing Ear (a) $58.99 ($50.01) Get Deal Best preorder deal Apple AirPods Max 2 $529 (save $20) Pre-Order Here

As a headphones reviewer who's also covered the past two years of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, I knew that the seasonally themed sale could bring some decent tech savings, even if they weren't quite Prime Day-worthy.

Still, I didn't expect the noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds deals to be as good as they are. On the final day of the weeklong Amazon sale, a new markdown on the last-gen Sony WH-1000XM5s has joined existing deals on Bose QuietComfort headphones, the Apple AirPods Pro 3, and the JLab JBuds Lux ANC, our favorite budget cans. (Plus, Amazon has revived its preorder discount on the new AirPods Max 2.) If you haven't added anything to your cart just yet, you still have plenty of options.

SEE ALSO: Live updates on Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Record-low prices on Apple MacBooks, DJI drones, Sony headphones, and Kindles

That said: The Big Spring Sale ends at 11:59 p.m. PT tonight (March 31), so time is running out. For some buying guidance, I've rounded up my absolute favorite noise-cancelling headphone and earbud deals below.

Best noise-cancelling headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort headphones $249 at Amazon
$349 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

They may not be the flashiest headphones from the brand, but the regular QuietComforts feel like quintessential Bose. They're comfortable, have sound quality on par with more expensive headphones, and excellent ANC. They lack the spatial audio features or fancier design of their Ultra counterparts, but at $249 on sale, they're also about $200 less, making them an excellent option if you want something nicer than budget headphones, but don't want to drop $400 or more. When Mashable's Sam Mangino tested them for our guide of Bose headphones, she wrote, "I was pleasantly surprised at just how incredible they are." As a bonus, they have replaceable ear cups, making them great for future proofing.

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The Fitbit Inspire 3 is down to its lowest-ever price in Amazons Big Spring Sale — last chance to save $30

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:07

SAVE $30: As of March 31, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is back to its lowest-ever price of $69.95 in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. That's $30 off its list price of $99.95.

Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Inspire 3 $69.95 at Amazon
$99.95 Save $30   Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is entering into its final day, but don't let that get you down. There are still plenty of great discounts to check out, even with the sale event clock counting down. For those searching for fitness trackers, brands like Fitbit have some excellent offers still available. Even our favorite budget fitness tracker, the Fitbit Inspire 3, is on sale right now.

The Fitbit Inspire 3 has returned to its lowest-ever price of $69.95 at Amazon. Since it usually retails for $99.95, this deal saves you $30 overall. Plus, every available color is on sale at this price, so you can find the model that best suits your personal taste.

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The Fitbit Inspire 3 packs quite a lot of helpful features into its compact build. There's a reason it earned the spot as the best budget fitness tracker in our roundup of the best fitness trackers: "It has a comprehensive suite of health and fitness tracking features, a slim, low-profile design, and a straightforward user interface that makes it a great pick for most people."

So what are some of those features? Well, the Fitbit Inspire 3 can help you out with all-day activity tracking, boasts a 24/7 heart rate monitor, 20+ exercise modes, wellness tracking, a daily Stress Management Score, automatic sleep tracking, and much more. That's a whole lot for just under $70.

This deal is part of the Big Spring Sale, and may not stick around after today. If it has caught your eye, now is the time to pick it up and save.

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The best deals in Home Depots Spring Sale — score free power tools from Ryobi, DeWalt, and Milwaukee

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:04
A quick look at the best Home Depot Spring Sale deals: Best cordless power tool deal DeWalt 20V Max Cordless 9 Tool Combo Kit $649 at Home Depot (save $350) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Home Depot (save $30) Get Deal Best BOGO tool deal Ryobi One+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless String Trimmer $299 plus free gift worth up to $129 at Home Depot Get Deal Best camping deal Ryobi One+ 18V Cordless 3-Tool Campers Kit $69 at Home Depot (save $64.79) Get Deal Best backyard deal Napoleon Rogue PRO-S 625 5-Burner Propane Gas Grill $1,601 at Home Depot (save $178) Get Deal

The Home Depot doesn't hold competition sales for any of Amazon's seasonal sales as reliably as Target or Walmart do. That doesn't mean that there aren't any good spring deals to be found at the Home Depot during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. You just have to scroll a little bit.

SEE ALSO: I test new vacuums every month. Here are the robot vacuum deals I think are worth it at Amazon's spring sale.

So far, the Home Depot is once again giving away some free power tools with select purchases — reminiscent of the BOGO cordless tool promo we saw during Black Friday. (But hurry, some of the free DeWalt deals have sold out already.) The Home Depot is also quietly competing with Wayfair's Big Outdoor Sale with discounts on outdoor furniture, as well as up to 40% off in other home categories, from mattresses to wallpaper to area rugs from big brands like Safavieh.

Best Home Depot cordless power tools deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeWalt DeWalt 20V Max Cordless 9 Tool Combo Kit $649 at Home Depot
$999 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

Spring home improvement projects just got a major upgrade. The nine-piece DeWalt 20V Max Combo Kit is loaded with essentials to tackle home projects this spring and summer, and it comes with two 20V 2.0Ah batteries and charger. A well-trusted brand in the industry, the DeWalt cordless power tool kit includes a compact drill driver, impact driver, reciprocal saw, circular saw, and even more. Plus, it has a few extra accessories like an LED work light, durable Bluetooth speaker, and two contractor bags for all your new tools.

More cordless power tool dealsBest Home Depot BOGO dealsBest Home Depot Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Home Depot
$79.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal Why we like it

The Home Depot might not seem like a retailer that would stock your favorite Amazon devices, but here we are. Matching the record-low sale price at Amazon during its Big Spring Sale, you can snag the new Amazon Echo Spot from the Home Depot for $49.99, down from the list price of $79.99. This compact bed-side device can server as your alarm clock, Bluetooth speaker, personal weather expert, schedule keeper, and more. Plus, it's a great clock which means you won't reach for your phone in the middle in the night to check on the time and then accidentally scroll Instagram for an hour.

More Amazon device dealsBest Home Depot backyard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Napoleon Napoleon Rogue PRO-S 625 5-Burner Propane Gas Grill $1,601 at Home Depot
$1,779 Save $178   Get Deal Why we like it

With summer coming up quickly, it's time to consider the backyard barbecue. If the sad grill you used last year it's gonna make the cut this year, the Home Depot's Spring Sale is here to offer some upgrades. One of the best deals is on the Napoleon Rogue PRO-S 625 5-Burner Propane Gas Grill which comes with a massive cooking area of 625 square inches. You'll be able to flip 39 burgers on the surface and it can heat to 400 degrees in just six minutes. Plus, it comes with a 15-year warranty.

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Optical audio is killing your soundbar's best features—switch to HDMI instead

How-To Geek - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 14:00

Speaker technology moves a bit more slowly than our other gadgets, but that doesn't mean that their connections lag behind. Optical cables were sufficient 30 years ago, but these days, they're holding your sound system back.

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Red alert: Apples brand-new AirPods Max 2 are $20 off for Amazons Big Spring Sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:57

SAVE $20: Amazon has the all-new Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones discounted to $529 (normally $549) during its Big Spring Sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 $529 at Amazon
$549 Save $20 Choose from midnight or starlight Get Deal

That was fast: The new Apple AirPods Max 2 are already on sale. Thank Amazon, which is offering the deal amid its third annual Big Spring Sale.

The midnight and starlight variants are both marked down to $529, which is $20 off their normal retail price of $549. (Suffice to say, they've never been cheaper.) They were still stuck at full price at other major retailers like Best Buy, Target, and Walmart.

SEE ALSO: The best AirPods deals to shop in Amazon's Big Spring Sale — AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3 on sale

Apple surprise-announced the AirPods Max 2 last week, a small but long-awaited update to its supremely stylish over-ear headphones; they're set for release on April 1. We have yet to test them, but Apple promises that they offer better noise cancellation than the original AirPods Max, which it launched in 2020 and updated with USB-C charging in 2024.

The new AirPods Max 2 also support more smart features, including Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, Live Translation, Siri head gestures, and a camera remote. (If you have your camera app pulled up on a paired iPhone or iPad, pressing the AirPods Max 2's Digital Crown takes a picture.) They run on the H2 chip like the AirPods Pro 3.

This is the first-ever discount for the new AirPods Max 2 headphones, and you can only find this preorder offer at Amazon

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50+ home deals from Amazons Big Spring Sale — cooling sheets, air purifiers, and robot vacuums on sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:54
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale home deals at a glance: Best bedding deal Buffy Cloud Eucalyptus Cooling Comforter $159 (save $41) Get Deal Best home air deal Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max $168.99 at Amazon (save $61) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon (save $300) Get Deal Best Kitchen Deal Nespresso Vertuo Next Espresso Maker $137 (save $92.95) Get Deal Best home tech deal Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Amazon (save $30) Get Deal

The third annual Big Spring Sale is in its final day, officially wrapping up tonight, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. PT. While the sale spans all the usual product categories you'd expect to see during Prime Day, there's a natural focus on gear to help us transition into warmer weather.

SEE ALSO: Spring cleaning starter kit: 12 products that'll make it easy to keep things pristine year-round

For your home, this means scoring last-minute discounts on clean floors, clean air, and anything else that screams "spring refresh," with special attention on Echo devices, air purifiers, spring cleaning essentials, and summer-ready bedding.

We rounded up the best remaining deals from Amazon, Blueair, Shark, and more before prices jump back up tomorrow.

Best Amazon Big Spring Sale home tech deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Spot $49.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $30.00   Get Deal

With the clocks springing forward, you may be feeling a little groggy. If you need a boost in your morning, consider upgrading what's on your nightstand.

The Amazon Echo Spot smart alarm clock packs everything you love about an Amazon Echo into a bedside device. It wakes you up but also helps you wind down. You can program it to start your day with a weather report and your favorite music.

More home tech dealsBest Amazon Big Spring Sale air purifier deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blueair Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max $168.99 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $61   Get Deal

Warmer weather means you can put away your heavy winter coats and pull out the antihistamines because spring allergies are on their way. If you're already getting the pollen-induced sniffles, you can do one thing to protect your home air: get an air purifier.

Smoke, dust, and pet hair don't stand a chance against the Blueair Blue Pure 311i Max. It cleans up to 1,858 square feet in just one hour, plus it does so quietly. For Amazon's Big Spring Sale, the air purifier is down to $169, saving you $60.99 off its $229.99 list price.

More air purifier dealsBest cooling dealsBest Amazon Big Spring Sale vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $300   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Eufy

Read Mashable's review of the Eufy C28.

Mashable's robot vacuum expert, Leah Stodart, tested and loved the Eufy C28 when it came out last month. At $499.99 for the Big Spring Sale, the Eufy C28 is not only the most affordable roller mop robot vacuum you'll find this season, but the best budget robot vacuum and mop combo period.

If you're jaded from a bad mopping robot vacuum experience in the past, it's probably because it smeared dirty water more than it scrubbed. Stodart thinks that this Eufy's self-rinsing roller mop will change your mind. Its fluffy material is already more absorbent than the typical thin mopping pad — but just to ensure liquid spills aren't being smeared around, the C28's roller gets rinsed with clean water multiple times per second. Its self-emptying dock also washes and dries the mop after each cleaning.

Robot vacuum and mop combo dealsBroom, mop, and cordless vacuum dealsStain remover tool and upholstery deep cleaner dealsBedding, kitchen, and more home dealsSheets, comforter, and pillowsEspresso machines, coffee makers, and kettles Air fryers, crockpots, and other small appliances SteamersHome fitness equipment and recovery deals
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Airbnb now lets you book a ride to your accommodation

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:50

Airbnb will now let you book private car pickups, mirroring longtime offerings from competitors like Expedia, Tripadvisor-owned Viator, and Booking.com.

Announced Tuesday in a blog post, the travel company has paired up with Greek company Welcome Pickups to allow Airbnb users to pre-book airport and station transfers through the app.

It's not a groundbreaking, earth-shattering update, just pretty unwelcome news for Airbnb's competitors.

SEE ALSO: The 'Heated Rivalry' cottage is available to rent on Airbnb

If you book accommodation with Airbnb, you'll be prompted with the option to pre-book transfers, in a similar manner to other travel sites that throw add-ons at you after you've dropped the big budget allocation on your bed for the night.

For arrivals, you'll supply your flight number in the app for drivers to monitor delays and sync the pickup time, then you'll need to look for the driver waiting with your name on it at the airport or station. For departures, you can add your accommodation details and preferred time through the app just like a ridesharing platform like Uber, Lyft, etc. — the process will just be more streamlined as your address will already be in the Airbnb app.

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According to the company blog post, the private car service was successfully tested in early 2026 to positive reviews. Pickups will be rolled out in 125 cities in Latin America, Asia, and Europe — North America has not yet been added, although Welcome Pickups has operated in U.S. cities including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago since 2021.

Airbnb said there will be "more cities to come in these regions throughout 2026," but for Heated Rivalry fans going to the cottage, Canada's not on the list yet.

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Amazon is clearing out last-gen tech during the Big Spring Sale: Apple and Sony on sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:36
Last-chance deals on last-gen tech: Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Echo Dot $39.99 (save $10) Get Deal Best audio deal Sony WH-1000XM5 $243 (save $156.99) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Cellular, 49mm) $499 (save $300) Get Deal Best tablet deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 1TB) $979 (save $120) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 (save $300) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Eufy X10 Pro Omni $429.99 (save $270) Get Deal Best TV deal Amazon 50-inch Fire TV Omni QLED Series 4K TV $379.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station $429.99 (save $369.01) Get Deal

Got spring cleaning on your mind? So does Amazon: The retail giant is putting last-gen tech on sale at deep discounts during the Big Spring Sale, its main seasonal savings event, to clear out its remaining inventory.

Older versions of some of our favorite gadgets are currently on sale for record-low prices (or close to them). The zippy M4 MacBook Air? Up to $100 cheaper than the iterative M5 version Apple announced this month. The superb Sony WF-1000XM5 headphones? Only $248. Older Amazon devices? Grab the 2022 Echo Dot smart speaker for 20% off.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Spring Sale is still live: We found 100+ deals on Apple, Kindle, Bose, and Sony

We've rounded up our top past-gen picks from the Big Spring Sale below. Today (March 31) is the final day of the event, so consider these last-chance deals.

Amazon Echo dealsHeadphone and earbud dealsSmartwatch and fitness tracker dealsTablet and e-reader dealsLaptop dealsMiscellaneous tech deals

Keep checking back for more Amazon Big Spring Sale deals on past-gen products. The Mashable Shopping team is working overtime to cover this shopping event, so don't miss out!

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I test new vacuums every month — these are the robot vacuum deals worth buying on the final day of Amazons Spring Sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:33
A quick look at the best Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals: Best robot vacuum on sale overall Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,359.90 at Amazon (save $340.09) Get Deal Best roller mop robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon (save $300) Get Deal Best budget robot vacuum deal 3i G10+ $199.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal

I have seven robot vacuums in my apartment right at this moment, and those are all just models that have come out in 2026. Perhaps that gives you an idea of how many robot vacuums I test at home on a yearly basis — and why I'm always super confident in telling readers which robot vacuum deals are worth it during any Amazon sale event.

So, I'm back with an updated list of robot vacuum recommendations for Amazon's 2026 Big Spring Sale, which ends today. A good robot vacuum is a staple in my general spring cleaning starter kit because automating your floor care quite literally frees up some time to focus on the chores you don't do as often.

SEE ALSO: The Shark UV Reveal robot vacuum came out less than a month ago. It's already on sale for Amazon's spring sale.

A ton of solid robovacs across all price points are up to 50% off, significantly expanding the number of options that fall within your ideal budget. Even the fanciest flagship Dreame, Roborock, and Shark robot vacuums that just came out are already seeing discounts. But this is your last chance to snag a robovac at these prices, with the clock now ticking on Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

(Looking for the best cordless vacuum deals or the best spring cleaning deals to restock kitchen, bathroom, and laundry products? We've kept tabs on those, too.)

Best robot vacuum on sale overall Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $300   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Eufy

Read Mashable's review of the Eufy C28.

While I'm stoked that the most powerful robot vacuums of the year are actually seeing decent discounts, they still cost more than $1,000 on sale. So the more realistic route for my "best robot vacuum deal overall" pick is the Eufy C28, now under $500 (compared to its usual $799). It's still a 2026 premium robot vacuum and mop combo that rocked during my testing, and it's likely the most affordable mainstream roller mop robot vacuum you'll find this season.

If you're jaded from a bad mopping robot vacuum experience in the past, it's probably because it smeared dirty water more than it scrubbed. I think that this Eufy's self-rinsing roller mop will change your mind. Its fluffy material is already more absorbent than the typical thin mopping pad — but just to ensure liquid spills aren't being smeared around, the C28's roller gets rinsed with clean water multiple times per second. Its self-emptying dock also washes and dries the mop after each cleaning.

Best budget robot vacuum deal 3i G10+ $199.99 at Amazon
$249.99 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon

Read Mashable's review of the 3i G10+.

In search of a cheap robot vacuum that doesn't suck? The $149.99 Shark Ion robot vacuum that probably popped up first at Amazon is far from the best robot vacuum under $200 during this sale. Instead, I'd point you to a more niche budget pick that wowed me during testing. Last year, I said that the 3i G10+ was "the most impressive robot vacuum under $500" (and that you've probably never heard of it). Now, it's on sale for a record-low $199.99.

The G10+ uses a unique dust compression system to keep you off dustbin emptying duty for 60 days, but without requiring space for a traditional self-empty dock. This means that the G10+ can live under relatively low-clearance furniture like a couch or TV stand. In this price range, I was blown away by its small obstacle avoidance capabilities and livestream pet camera. The Shark Ion doesn't even have smart mapping for cleaning specific rooms on command.

If you don't want to shell out that extra $50, you can spend the same $149.99 on the Roborock Q7 M5. That still secures mopping, room or zone cleaning through LiDAR smart mapping, and 10,000 Pa of suction power, beating the Shark Ion by a long shot.

SEE ALSO: The best air purifier deals to shop in Amazon's Big Spring Sale — save on Dyson, Sharp, and more More robot vacuum dealsRobot vacuums that don't mopRobot vacuum and mop combosRobot vacuum mop combos with self-washing mopping pads
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The VS Code alternative that every developer should try in 2026

How-To Geek - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:30

If you are reading this, there is a 90% chance you have VS Code installed. It is the industry standard for a reason. It has an extension for everything from Kubernetes management to a pet cat that walks across your status bar, but as we move through 2026, many of us have started to notice the "Electron Creep" and the lag it brings. The reality is that VS Code is essentially a web browser pretending to be a text editor.

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Your PC is out of RAM? Try these 3 Windows tricks before buying more

How-To Geek - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:30

RAM prices have soared in the last year, and what used to be an inexpensive component to upgrade now can cost as much as a GPU used to. If your PC is running low on RAM, there are a few things you can do to mitigate the problem.

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Last chance: Dreames flagship X60 robot vacuum hits lowest ever price — save $340 in Big Spring Sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:28

TL;DR: For the final day of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum is marked down to $1,359.90, a record-low price on this flagship robovac. That's 20% off the list price of $1,699.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum $1,359.90 at Amazon
$1,699.99 Save $340.09   Get Deal

It's your last chance to clean up in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. And we mean that quite literally with some of the deals on robot vacuum cleaners, which have been going strong since the beginning of the sale last week. With just hours to go before the seasonal sale wraps up for another year, we've spotted an elite robovac enter the fray at the last minute: The Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete, a robot vacuum and mop combo that boasts the strongest suction power you can buy right now and AI-assisted navigation, as we noted in our first impressions review last month.

On the final day of the Big Spring Sale, the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum is priced at $1,359.90. That's a total saving of $340.09 from the list price of $1,699.99 — a super discount for such a new model and its lowest price so far.

SEE ALSO: Review: Is the Antigravity A1 drone the DJI replacement we've been hoping for?

The big sell of the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete is its immense 35,000 Pa suction, but there's more to it than power. Our reviewer said it was "outstanding" on capret. It also has advanced small-obstacle avoidance capabilities, using AI cameras that can recognise and navigate around more than 280 objects on your floor. It can climb up obstacles of 3.4in, such as rugs and door tracks, and gets deep into corners with dual flex arms.

Our reviewer also rated its mopping performance and relatively quiet operation, especially considering the power this robo-vac is packing. It comes with a charging and emptying dock that holds up to 100 days of dust. All you need to do is program it via the Dreame app and let it do your dirty work.

Don't miss your last chance to get the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete Robot Vacuum at its lowest ever price of $1,359.90 — a $340.09 discount for the final day of the Amazon Big Spring Sale.

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I test headphones and earbuds — heres what you can still buy during Amazons Spring Sale

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:25
Best Big Spring Sale headphones and earbuds deals Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort $249 (save $100) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Technics EAH-AZ100 $247.99 (save $52) Get Deal Best budget headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 (save $38) Get Deal Best open earbuds deal EarFuns Clip $48.98 (save $21.01) Get Deal Best sleep earbuds deal Soundcore Sleep A30 Special $179.99 (save $20) Get Deal

As a shopping reporter, trust me when I say I understand better than most that Amazon's sale schedule can feel fatiguing. However, as a headphones reviewer, I also can't deny that this year's Big Spring Sale offers a great opportunity to upgrade your audio game on the cheap.

Having spent the last few years testing the latest in noise-cancelling tech, open earbuds, and even sleep earbuds, I was curious to see what this week's sale would bring. Honestly, Amazon isn't messing around this time.

SEE ALSO: Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Live updates on the top deals

Now that it's the final day of the sale, some deals are expiring. Sony's latest flagship headphones are no longer marked down, but luckily, Bose finally dropped prices on its QuietComfort headphones, QuietComfort Ultra 2 headphones, and Ultra Open earbuds.

The Big Spring Sale officially wraps up today, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. PT. If you see a pair you've been eyeing, now's the time to grab them.

Just a heads up: If you see a deal crossed out below, it means it has either sold out or the price has gone back up.

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort headphones $249 at Amazon
$349 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

The gulf between budget headphones and premium headphones feels like it gets smaller with every new release, and nowhere does that feel more apparent than with the mid-tier Bose QuietComfort headphones. (To be clear, that's not a knock against premium headphones — the cheaper models are just getting that good). Though they don't have the absolute best comfort or spatial audio of their $449 QuietComfort Ultra 2 counterparts, they do come awfully close in that first category. And if you're not big on spatial audio anyway, it's not worth shelling out the extra cash for the flagship option.

The QuietComfort headphones live up to their name, and for $249, do it at a much more accessible price point than other options on our list (even with sale prices taken into consideration). While this isn't their lowest price ever — that would be $179 — this is still a solid get for the Spring Sale.

Read more about the Bose QuietComfort headphones.

More headphones dealsBest earbuds deal Technics EAH-AZ100 $247.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $52   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Technics Why we like it

If you're chasing the absolute best audio fidelity in a wireless package, the Technics EAH-AZ100 are the new buds to beat. Right now, they're down to $247.99 at Amazon, saving you a solid $52 off their usual price.

Our tech editor, Timothy Beck Werth, says these buds deliver "richer, fuller, and more detailed sound" than any other earbuds he's ever tested. Thanks to their proprietary Magnetic Fluid Driver, you get incredibly clear bass and can distinctly hear individual layers in complex tracks without the notes blurring into each other.

You're also getting adaptive active noise cancellation, seamless switching between three devices, and clever AI tech that blocks out background noise for both you and whoever you're talking to on the phone. Just keep in mind that they might make your ears a little sore if you keep them in for more than a few hours at a time. Still, if you're an audio nerd looking for reference-class sound, this is a pretty good deal.

Check out our full review of the Panasonic Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds.

More earbuds deals Best open earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: EarFun EarFun Clip $48.98 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $21.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Open earbuds are convenient — they let you have the best of both worlds experience of enjoying your music privately while still getting to stay aware of the world around you. Where they may lose some convenience points, however, is in the fact that most people probably already own a pair of earbuds, and won't be too jazzed at the idea of dropping $100 or more on new ones just for some extra awareness.

Enter: the EarFun Clip. No, the sound quality won't quite match up to that of the Bose or Sony options, but at $48.98, they're also about one-sixth and one-fourth the price of those buds, respectively. I've spent time using them, and for their price point, they have well-rounded sound and minimal noise leakage compared to other open earbuds. If you've been open earbud-curious but less inclined to drop a ton of cash, this is the deal for you.

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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 31, 2026

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:22

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like sea raiders.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

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The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for March 31, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

  • Yellow: A lack

  • Green: "Arrgh"

  • Blue: Undergarments

  • Purple: Small and furry

Here are today's Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

  • Yellow: Shortage

  • Green: Parts of a pirate ship

  • Blue: Kinds of bras

  • Purple: Starting with baby animals

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #1023 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

  • Shortage: ABSENCE, CRUNCH, DEFICIT, PINCH

  • Parts of a pirate ship: CANNON, CROW'S NEST, JOLLY ROGER, PLANK

  • Kinds of bras: PLUNGE, PUSH-UP, SPORTS, WIRELESS

  • Starting with baby animals: CALF RAISE, CHICK FLICK, FRY COOK, KIT KAT

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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NYT Strands hints, answers for March 31, 2026

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:22

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you believe in magic.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

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By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 31, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: While you were sleeping...

The words are related to a mythical creature.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe a children's tradition.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Tooth Fairy.

NYT Strands word list for March 31

  • Wings

  • Exchange

  • Tutu

  • Wand

  • Coin

  • Note

  • Pillow

  • Tooth Fairy

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Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 31, 2026

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:22

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you live in the south.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 31, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for March 31, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Muddy waters.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter S.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

SWAMP

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints. Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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Anker charger deals are powering Amazons Big Spring Sale — last chance to save on smart chargers and charging stations

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:11
The best Anker charger deals in Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Best Anker Charger Deal Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger $27.99 (save $12) Get Deal Best Anker Charger Pad Anker MagSafe Charger Pad $14.99 (save $15) Get Deal Best Anker Charging Station Deal Anker Prime 3-in-1 Charging Station $104.99 (save $45) Get Deal

It's the last day of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, which means now is the last time to pick up some of the best deals that have caught your eye over the last week. If you've been taking this opportunity to look for a charger for your favorite devices, you're in luck: We've spotted quite a few Anker charger deals that are certainly worth checking out before the sale ends.

No matter if you want something on the more affordable side — like this Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger — or you're looking to splash out on a charging station for multiple devices — such as the Anker Prime 3-in-1 Qi2 25W Charging Station — we've gathered up some of our top picks that are worth your time and money.

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If you're searching for even more great tech deals, it's also worth checking out our roundup of the best tech deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale, which even highlights the Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger as the best charger deal right now. Alongside that pick, check out even more of our favorite Anker charger deals below.

Best Anker charger deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger $27.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $12.00   Get Deal Why we like it

As mentioned before, the Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger is one of our favorite charger deals we've spotted in this sale, landing on our list of the best tech deals in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Not only is it marked down to an excellent discounted price of $27.99 — its lowest ever, might I add — but it features a cool smart display and even comes in a few different colors, so you can grab the option that stands out to you the most.

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50+ Amazon Spring Sale deals on outdoor gear: Owala water bottles, Anker power stations, Solo Stoves, and more

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:06
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale outdoor deals at a glance: Best portable power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $428.99 at Amazon (save $370.01) Get Deal Best for RV Campers Anker Solix F3800 Portable Power Station Bundle $3,498.99 (save $3,898.01) Get Deal Best outdoor speaker deal JBL Charge 6 $159.95 at Amazon (save $40) Get Deal Best cooler deal Igloo Marine Cooler (54 quart) $54.96 at Amazon (save $18.03) Get Deal Best hydration deal Owala FreeSip (32 ounce, select colorways) $29.99 at Amazon (save $5) Get Deal Best camping deal Rumpl Original Puffy National Park Blanket (select colorways) $74.95 at Amazon (save $25) Get Deal Best camping furniture deal Helinox Chair One $82.46 at Amazon (save $27.49) Get Deal Best backyard deal Solo Stove Bonfire $224.99 at Amazon (save $104.01) Get Deal Best watersports deal Bote 10-foot Breeze Aero Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board $499 at Amazon (save $280) Get Deal

Now that we're officially into spring, we're celebrating by snagging those elusive campsite reservations. Naturally, Amazon's version of celebrating is holding a massive sale — and the 2026 Big Spring Sale could prove quite beneficial to your upcoming outdoor plans.

SEE ALSO: How to recycle Amazon packaging from your Big Spring Sale purchases (yes, all of it)

This savings event always brings significant discounts to some of our favorite outdoor items like portable power stations, Owala bottles, Solo Stove firepits, and outdoor-ready Bluetooth speakers. If you have some well-loved outdoor gear that deserves to retire, today is officially your last chance to upgrade without paying full price.

Here are the best outdoor deals we've spotted during the home stretch of Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Keep in mind that the event wraps up tonight, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. PT, so the clock is ticking on these final discounts.

Best portable power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $428.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $370.01   Get Deal Why we like it

If your campsite could use some extra power, consider the major upgrade to a portable power station. The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is well worth inviting along on your weekend in the outdoors — and it's now on sale for a whopping 46% off.

Anker went super lightweight with this model, and it comes in at just under 25 pounds, making it easy to pack and carry around the campsite. There's also the quick recharging capability. Just 49 minutes of AC wall charging will get the Solix C1000 Gen 2 up to 100 percent charged. It'll keep phones and tablets juiced up, and give you the ability to hang fairy lights and even pack along the air fryer.

Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix C100 Gen 2.

More power station dealsBest outdoor speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $159.95 at Amazon
$199.95 Save $40   Get Deal Why we like it

Every camping adventure deserves some tunes. In Mashable's review of the best portable Bluetooth speakers, the JBL Charge 6 earns top marks as the best for most people. Its IP68 water- and dust-proof rating makes it especially worthy of adventure, and the battery can give it up to 28 hours of playtime. JBL also added a sturdy handle strap for easier transportation. Plus, the speaker doubles as a portable charger, so you can keep your phone from going dead while also hosting a dance party. It's never been cheaper than it is right now.

More outdoor speaker dealsBest cooler deal Igloo Marine Cooler (54 quart) $54.98 at Amazon
$72.99 Save $18.01   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If you need a cooler that can handle a beating on the boat or at the campsite, you can get a 54-quart Igloo Marine Cooler for $54.96. This heavy-duty ice chest is built specifically to survive harsh marine and outdoor conditions. It features UV inhibitors to protect the white exterior from sun damage, along with rust-resistant stainless steel hardware and flexible Riteflex resin hinges that won't snap or crack under pressure.

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Ive tracked TV prices for years — nows your last chance to score Amazons Big Spring Sale TV deals

Mashable - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:02
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 $687.97 at Amazon (save $312) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV $997.99 at Amazon (save $502) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $897.96 at Amazon (save $400.03) 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 tonight, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. PT) 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: Amazon's Spring Sale is still live: We found 100+ deals on Apple, Kindle, Bose, and Sony

I'll continue to monitor the best Amazon TV deals until the Big Spring Sale officially wraps up — add them to your cart while you still can. Every model featured here is at, or lower than, its previous best price based on data from camelcamelcamel, so these are genuinely competitive offers.

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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This is the one Windows feature that convinced me I don't need Linux

How-To Geek - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 13:00

I like to experiment as much as the next tech guy. I’m always trying new tools, tweaking my setup, and looking for ways to work a little faster or with less friction. I've complained about Windows plenty over the years, too. The bloat, the telemetry, the way it tries to push you into doing things a certain way. On paper, Linux often feels like the escape hatch, a cleaner, more flexible alternative where you're actually in control.

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