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FREE SAMSUNG GALAXY S26 ULTRA: Sign up for any T-Mobile Experience Beyond plan for 24 months and get a free Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (256GB), usually selling for $1,299.99.

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We waited extra long this year for the annual Samsung Unpacked event. Like always, we have fresh new Samsung Galaxy phones to drool over, or simply consider if your current Android phone is in need of an upgrade.

Samsung didn't increase the prices with the latest Galaxy S26 Ultra phone, compared to the Ultra S25, but that doesn't mean it comes cheap. At full price, the 256GB model of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with a price tag of $1,299.99. If you'd rather get it for free, you have options. One of the best offerings is this free deal at T-Mobile.

Sign up for or add a line to any T-Mobile Experience Beyond plan and get the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (256GB) for free with no trade-in required. You'll need to be cool with signing up to 24 months of service to cash in on the "free" aspect. T-Mobile will charge taxes and a $35 device connection fee. In total, you'll be saving $1,299.99 by getting the phone for free. If you want to go with the larger 512GB Galaxy S26 Ultra, you can still get a deal on the phone since T-Mobile will charge a monthly fee of $8.33.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S26 phone cases: Where to get fun ones right now

The upgrades Samsung introduced with the Galaxy S26 Ultra aren't massive, but they're noticeable. That means if you've been carrying an old Android phone around, recharging every six hours, it might be time to jump on this upgrade. Samsung considers the new Galaxy S26 lineup to be the "most intuitive, proactive, and adaptive Galaxy AI" phones to date. It's also lighter and slimmer than its S25 Ultra predecessor.

One of the biggest additions to the Galaxy S26 lineup is Samsung's Privacy Display feature. This advancement dims the screen to anyone looking at the phone from an angle. It's highly customizable, so you can pick which apps you'd like this to work on.

Get the new 256GB Galaxy S26 Ultra for free when signing up for T-Mobile's Experience Beyond plans.

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GET 1 MONTH FREE: Through March 10, Taco Bell rewards members can get one free month of Peacock Select. That's $7.99 in savings.

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I don't know about you, but any chance I have to score a streaming service for free in 2026, I'm taking. If you haven't redeemed a Peacock streaming deal in the last year, you can score a free month through a rewards program you may already be a part of: Taco Bell.

Taco Bell's annual Live Más Live event kicks off March 10 and will be streaming only on Peacock. Thus, your favorite fast food chain is offering free one-month subscriptions to Peacock Select ($7.99 value) to new subscribers leading up to the event. The limited time offer is available through March 10 or when the supply of codes is depleted, and you'll have to redeem the code by March 17 or else it will no longer work. In other words, take advantage of this deal sooner rather than later.

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Taped live from the Hollywood Palladium, Live Más Live returns for its third year of shenanigans. It's essentially a Hollywood-inspired variety show featuring guest appearances, original music, comedic bits, fan moments, and more to reveal the Taco Bell menu innovations for the year. Vince Staples will host the one-night special on March 10 and special guests will include Ariana Madix, Benson Boone, Doja Cat, Fernando Mendoza, and more.

Head to the Taco Bell app and sign up for the rewards program to claim your free Peacock subscription. Once claimed, you'll receive an email with a unique redemption code to use on the Peacock website or app when you sign up.

Peacock's Select tier typically costs $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year and unlocks access to the streamer's ad-supported TV library (minus Peacock Originals). Once your free month is up, you'll automatically be charged full price unless you cancel.

SAVE $200 + GET A FREE $200 GIFT CARD: Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra from Amazon and get a free $200 Amazon gift card. Plus, Amazon is offering a free storage upgrade, making the 512GB version cost $1,299 — the same price as the 256GB model.

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Ready to upgrade your phone? If you prefer Android devices, Samsung is launching new models shortly. Last week at Samsung Unpacked, the brand announced the Galaxy S26 Ultra. If you're in need of a new phone, now might be a perfect time thanks to pre-order deals. Check out this great offer today from Amazon.

As of March 4, pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra from Amazon come with a free $200 Amazon gift card and a free storage upgrade. In total, you'll be paying $1,299 for the 512GB version, which is the list price for the 256GB model. That's a $200 discount compared to the normal $1,499 price for the 512GB model.

Something for free in this economy? Yes, please. How about two free things? Amazon is treating us to not only a free storage upgrade with this Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra deal, but they're also throwing in a free $200 gift card.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR — preorders now live

The new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra isn't massively different compared to the S25 Ultra, but it does come with some fresh updates. Maybe the biggest and most exciting is the Privacy Display. "Advertised as a world first, the S26 Ultra's Privacy display reduces its screen's viewing angle so that curious bystanders will have a harder time seeing which part of Heated Rivalry you're rewatching," wrote Mashable Assistant Editor Amanda Yeo in her review.

If you've been considering an upgrade for your Android phone, today's deal at Amazon makes for a convincing case to make the move to the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. For the price of the 256GB model, you'll get the 512GB version and score a free $200 Amazon gift card. It's a win-win.

New homeowners getting ready for upcoming projects or maintenance will want to find power tools that balance power, price, and versatility, all in a compact form factor. You have several brands to choose from, and Milwaukee is a popular option among DIYers and professionals.

TL;DR: Live stream Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia for free on Mediaset Infinity. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Copa del Rey, Taça de Portugal, and Coppa Italia are reaching their dramatic conclusions this week. We've got a number of exciting semi-final matchups to consider from these domestic cup competitions, including Lazio vs. Atalanta.

Atalanta will be going into this two-legged semi final as favorites. Atalanta are nine points ahead of Lazio in Serie A, and will be looking to move up from seventh position into the european qualification spots. Lazio possess the talent to make the final, but they'll need to be at their best to advance.

If you want to watch Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Lazio vs. Atalanta?

Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on March 4. This fixture takes place at the Stadio Olimpico.

How to watch Lazio vs. Atalanta for free

Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia is available to live stream for free on Mediaset Infinity.

Mediaset Infinity is geo-restricted to Italy, 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 Italy, meaning you can unblock Mediaset Infinity to live stream the Coppa Italia for free from anywhere in the world.

Live stream Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like 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 Italy

4. Visit Mediaset Infinity

5. Watch Lazio vs. Atalanta for free from anywhere in the world

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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 Coppa Italia without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Mediaset Infinity?

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

• Servers in 105 countries including Italy

• 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

• 30-day money-back guarantee

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. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Lazio vs. Atalanta in the Coppa Italia for free with ExpressVPN.

SAVE 35%: As of March 4, the Apple AirTag (1st Gen) four-pack is on sale for $64, down from $99, at Amazon. That's a 35% discount, or $35 in savings.

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I actually use Apple AirTags to keep tabs on my dogs when I'm visiting my mom's house, but they're just as handy for tracking your keys, wallet, luggage, or backpack. If you've been waiting for a price drop to buy a few, Amazon's got a four-pack on sale for $64 right now.

SEE ALSO: How to preorder the $599 MacBook Neo, Apple's new budget MacBook

As of March 4, the Apple AirTag (1st Gen) four-pack is on sale for $64 (just $1.01 away from its record-low price), down from $99, at Amazon. That's around $16 per tracker, which is a pretty good deal for some peace of mind.

AirTags are super easy to use — they feature a simple one-tap setup that connects them to your iPhone or iPad. From there, you can track your items alongside your other Apple devices in the Find My app. They feature a built-in speaker so you can play a sound to locate items lost in the couch cushions, and select iPhone models can even use Precision Finding with Ultra Wideband technology to lead you right to your nearby tag. They also have an IP67 water- and dust-resistant rating and use a standard, easily replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery, so you won't have to throw them away when they eventually die.

Apple has finally revamped not one, but both versions of the Studio Display. The 2nd gen Studio Display and all-new mini LED Studio Display XDR are available to preorder now for $1,599 and $3,299, respectively. Shipping starts March 11.

The new Apple monitors were announced around the same time that a new iPad Air, a new MacBook Air, and new MacBook Pros were unveiled. It was all building up to a "special Apple experience" on March 4, unlocking preorders for the new Apple devices.

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Apple fans have been wondering about the existence of an "Apple Studio Display 2" of some sort for a while now. (The original Studio Display came out in 2022, and the original Studio Pro Display XDR came out even earlier in 2019.) Both have tilt-adjustable heads and are available in standard or nano-texture glass.

Noteworthy upgrades for the regular Studio Pro include a 1MP Center Stage camera, a studio-quality microphone system, Spatial Audio, and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces the all-new budget MacBook Neo, starting at $599 in 4 colors

The 27-inch Studio Display XDR isn't the OLED Studio Display that some Reddit users were hoping for, but the advanced mini-LED backlight does give it a serious premium edge over other high-end monitors. Creatives can see their work in all its glory displayed in 5K and up to 2,000 nits of peak HDR brightness, fine-tuned across more than 2,000 local dimming zones. The 120Hz refresh rate should give any motion projects, streaming, or gaming a visible bump in fluidity.

SAVE $500: As of March 4, get the 55-inch Samsung S90F OLED 4K Smart TV for $1,097.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,597.99. That's a discount of 31% and the lowest price we've seen.

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Ready for a bigger and better TV? These days, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get a decent model. In fact, you can get some excellent displays for less, as evidenced by this Samsung deal. We're heading into spring, so if your spring cleaning plans include doing some tech swapping, this discounted TV might very well become a staple of your living room since you can get it for significantly less right now.

As of March 4, get the 55-inch Samsung S90F OLED 4K Smart TV for $1,097.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,597.99. That's $500 off and a discount of 31%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: Best TVs under $500: Low-budget, high-quality TVs in every size

This 55-inch OLED 4K TV is all about serving up a great picture, powered by the brand's most advanced 4K AI processor. It uses 128 neural networks to give you a picture that's improved by AI, wth better sound and an optimized 4K experience. It can upscale everything you watch to make sure you get the best picture possible.

With intelligently upscaled picture that comes in HDR-like quality, you get deeper dark hues, brighter colors, and sharper details. It also gives gamers plenty to be happy about with smoother motion, reduced tearing, and higher speeds for VRR gaming at 4K 144Hz.

There's a lot to love about this TV, whether you're a casual watcher or you want something a little more advanced as the showpiece of your living room. But if you want to get it for this little cash, you'll have to jump on it before the sale ends.

These days, new phones come with brighter screens, more RAM, and increased durability, but there was also a time when an important aspect of considering a new phone involved checking its selection of ports. Quite a few ports came and went before Android phones settled on the one USB port to rule them all.

PREORDER NOW: Today is your last chance to preorder Pokémon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 before its March 5 release, and you can get a free canvas tote at Best Buy or an in-game gift at Amazon.

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The highly anticipated Pokémon Pokopia officially launches tomorrow for the Nintendo Switch 2, which means today is your last chance to score a preorder bonus. Whether you want a physical freebie or an exclusive in-game perk, you have two options for grabbing the game before release day.

SEE ALSO: 'Pokémon Pokopia' is 'Minecraft' for Pokémon, and fans will lose hundreds of hours to it

As of March 4, you can preorder Pokémon Pokopia for $69.99 at both Best Buy and Amazon. Here are the deets:

• Best Buy ($69.99): Preordering here gets you a free canvas tote bag to carry around your real-world items. This is only valid while in-stock supplies last and excludes prior purchases.

• Amazon ($69.99): Preordering here scores you an exclusive in-game gift. More importantly, it qualifies for Amazon's Pre-order Price Guarantee — if the price drops before the end of release day, you automatically pay the lowest amount. (Just keep in mind this promotion expires tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT, and the game must be listed as "sold by Amazon.com").

As for the game itself, our own Tech Reporter Alex Perry recently went hands-on and called it the "best Pokémon spin-off I've ever played." Perry describes Pokopia as a mashup of Minecraft, Animal Crossing, and Stardew Valley. You play as a human-like Ditto tasked with rebuilding ruined settlements using the abilities of the Pokémon you befriend. The amount of mechanical depth is genuinely impressive — you can dig out creeks, power an entire town with utility poles, or just focus on becoming roommates with a Scyther (something Perry says he did at the "earliest opportunity, because Scyther is cool as hell.")

SAVE $600: As of March 4, Amazon has the Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station on sale for $1,298.98. That's 32% off its list price of $1,899 and its lowest price on record.

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Between off-grid adventures and unexpected power outages, portable power stations have become must-have gadgets. But they're definitely not cheap. So any chance you have to sweeten the deal, we recommend jumping on. For instance, Amazon has one of Bluetti's most premium power stations on sale for $600 off right now — its best price on record.

As of March 4, you can invest in the Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station for $1,298.98 at Amazon instead of dropping the usual $1,899. That's 32% in savings and the cheapest this particular model has ever been, according to our favorite price-tracking tool.

While the Elite 400 is technically considered "portable," thanks to its telescopic handle and wheels, it weighs over 80 pounds. So it's more like toting around a hefty suitcase. But there's a reason for that bulk; this baby is hella powerful. It has a 3840Wh capacity and 2600W output (3900W surge power), so it can reliably keep everything from a refrigerator to power tools to coffee makers up and running. It packs nine versatile ports, including four AC outlets, two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and a DC port.

You can bring the Bluetti Elite 400 back up to a full charge in just 2.5 hours using a regular outlet. If you're living off-grid, a solar panel or car port can also give you a power boost.

It may not be the most portable amongst power stations, but the Bluetti Elite 400 packs a huge punch. And at $600 off, it's a pretty stellar value.

SAVE UP TO $60: Walmart has the new iPad Air with M4 chip available to pre-order for up to $60 less than retail price. The 11-inch model with 128GB is available to pre-order for $559, down from the standard price of $599. The 11-inch model with 512GB is storage is selling for $839, down from the list price of $899.

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Mashable's favorite iPad just got better. It used to come with the M3 chip, but the latest version (finally) comes with the zippy M4 chip, and we're thrilled. Pre-orders are live for the new Apple tablet and if you're interested, Walmart is likely your best retailer. Check out this deal on offer today.

As of March 4, Walmart is offering a preorder deal on the new iPad Air M4 that shaves between $40 and $60 off the list price. The 11-inch iPad Air M4 with 128GB of storage is sitting at $559, down from the list price of $599. That's a savings of $40. You can also save with the 128GB 13-inch version, which is at Walmart for $749, marked down from the standard price at Apple of $799.

We're not asking questions, but somehow, Walmart is offering deals on preorders for the brand new iPad Air. These sale prices aren't actually listed as discounted prices, so we're suspicious about these deals sticking around for long. Our advice would be to click "buy" as soon as possible if you're hoping to snag a sale price while pre-ordering a new iPad Air M4.

SEE ALSO: The iPad Air is finally getting the M4 chip: Preorder now

"With the M4 chip and $599 price tag, the new iPad Air is an exceptional value," writes Mashable Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino. The upgrade from the M3 to the M4 chip means we can expect the new model of the iPad Air to come with zippier performance and processing. That'll be especially nice if you like to pair your iPad with a Magic Keyboard to use it as a laptop.

Apple lists the new iPad Air as being available on Wednesday, March 11. Preorders from Walmart currently indicate a delivery date of March 11, too. That means pre-ordering from Walmart will not only score you a sale price, you also won't have to take a trip to the Apple store.

Before this deal disappears, secure your new M4 iPad Air from Walmart. Both the 11-inch and 13-inch model are on sale, and you'll save in every storage size available.

SAVE UP TO $1,100: Sign up for a T-Mobile plan and get a free iPhone 17e with no trade-in required. T-Mobile is also offering any model of the iPhone 17 or iPad Air for free with an Experience More plan and an eligible trade-in. Pre-orders go live on March 4.

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It's an exciting week in the Apple ecosphere. We have a fresh iPhone to swoon over and an iPad Air with the M4 chip (finally). Sure, the iPhone 17e is the brand's new budget-friendly phone option, but the price of $599 can still feel like a bit much. If you'd rather not dish out the funds for new Apple devices, T-Mobile has some nice deals in store.

T-Mobile pre-orders for the new iPhone and iPad Air go live tomorrow, March 4 and the carrier is offering various free deals to those who sign up for T-Mobile service. Snag a free iPhone 17e by signing up for almost any T-Mobile plan for 24 months. You can also get a free iPhone 17 Pro when trading in an eligible phone and signing up for an Experience Beyond plan. For all free Apple deals, T-Mobile will charge taxes and a $35 device connection fee.

SEE ALSO: Apple expects high demand from its March 4 releases

Who's not in the mood to get something for free? If you're already on the T-Mobile network or have plans to switch, you might as well take advantage of these free iPhone offers. Apple just launched the new iPhone 17e which is the brand's fresh budget phone and the first to come with MagSafe abilities. The new phone officially launches on March 11, but pre-orders start tomorrow, March 4.

Starting with 256GB of storage, the iPhone 17e comes with a price tag of $599. That's a major upgrade from the 128GB storage the iPhone 16e started at. It's even more impressive considering the iPhone 16e also started at $599.

If you're interested in pre-ordering the new iPhone 17e or iPad Air tomorrow, be sure to check out the benefits of T-Mobile's free deal. You might be in for some serious savings.

Apple's MacBook Neo is the sort of device that's sure to cause ripples in the market: An elegant, colorful laptop with a surprisingly low starting price for Apple standards: $599 ($499 for educators and students).

Before you splurge, however, you need to take a close look at MacBook Neo's specs.

For example, MacBook Neo runs on Apple's A18 Pro chip, the chip powering Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, which came out in 2024. Not only that, it's running a slightly less powerful version of said chip, with one less GPU core (five vs. six).

A phone chip inside a computer, you may ask, what kind of travesty is this? Well, it's easy to forget just how powerful Apple's mobile chip are; just consider that Apple's current iPad is running on an even older A16 Pro chip. You definitely shouldn't expect M-chip level performance, though.

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The amount of storage memory is reasonable for the price; 256GB for starters and 512GB if you pay a hundred bucks extra. But the amount of RAM you get in the MacBook Neo is fixed at 8GB; no upgrades are available.

Oh, and if you haven't noticed, Touch ID is optional; you need to pay $100 extra to get it.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces new Studio Display and Studio Display XDR — preorders now live

The caveat here, of course, is that the MacBook Neo only just launched, and we don't know how it performs in the real world. We don't know how well it'll run demanding software such as Logic Pro or Final Cut Pro, for example, or whether it can handle graphically intensive games at high resolutions. Apple is extremely good at optimizing software to run on its own hardware, so the results might be surprising, but if you're the kind of user that simply has to have more RAM, you might have to step up and get a MacBook Air.

On the flip side, some of the MacBook Neo's specs are really good for the price. This includes the 13-inch LED display with a 2,408x1,506 pixel resolution, and two USB-C ports, one of which supports connecting a 4K external display while running the device's own display at the same time.

As for the 36.5-watt-hour battery that provides up to 11 hours of wireless browsing and up to 16 hours of video streaming, it's also a pretty big step down from the 13-inch MacBook Air, which comes with a 53.8-watt-hour battery.

SEE ALSO: Apple just announced the new M4 iPad Air, coming March 4 for $599

We'll have to spend some more time with the MacBook Neo to give it a full verdict. It's a lot cheaper than other Apple MacBook computers (MacBook Air starts at $1,099), but also very different in many regards. It'll take some testing to see how well, and for how long, it can handle demanding tasks.

Your smart home going down can be a real pain. There may be automations you rely on daily that suddenly no longer work. If there's a power outage, your smart home doesn't have to give up the ghost.

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A day before its "Special Experience" event, Apple announced a new line of premium Studio Display monitors. In a press release, the company dropped details on both the Studio Display and an all-new Studio Display XDR.

The new Studio Display starts at $1,599, while the Studio Display XDR starts at $3,299. Both can be pre-ordered starting Wednesday, March 4, with availability starting on March 11.

Studio Displays are premium monitors designed for creative professionals such as video editors and 3D artists. Apple says the more advanced Studio Display XDR features the "world’s best pro display," and it has a 27-inch 5K mini-LED backlight display.

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The Studio Display features a 12MP Center Stage camera, improved image quality, a three-microphone setup, and a six-speaker sound system with spatial audio.

“Apple has led the industry in delivering the world’s most advanced displays for pros to do their life’s best work, and today we do that once again with the introduction of the new Studio Display family,” said John Ternus, Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, in a press release.

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The new XDR is an even more premium offering with a 27-inch 5K Retina XDR display. Apple noted it had a 120Hz refresh rate, making it more responsive to content in motion.

Ternus called the Studio Display XDR "a huge leap forward for XDR technology," dubbing it the best in the world. In addition to its 120Hz refresh rate, it also has a peak brightness of 2,000 nits for HDR content and more than 2,000 local dimming zones.

The new Studio Display XDR is designed for professional editors, developers, and designers. Credit: Apple

The new Studio Display line is just one of many big announcements from Apple this week. The tech giant has already dropped the details on its new, budget-friendly iPhone and new M4 iPad Air, for instance.

The budget MacBook is here. Today, Apple announced the all-new MacBook Neo during "special Apple experiences" in New York, London, and Shanghai. The 13-inch laptop comes in four fun colors and starts at just $599 (or $499 for students), making it $500 cheaper than the MacBook Air. It tees up fierce competition for Chromebooks and entry-level Windows laptops — a new frontier for Apple.

Preorders for the MacBook Neo opened Wednesday, March 4, ahead of its formal launch on March 11. The new iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Airs, upgraded MacBook Pros, and Studio Displays, which Apple unveiled earlier this week, are also now up for preorder. The company is reportedly anticipating high demand for this wave of new devices.

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The MacBook Neo marks Apple's first dedicated entry in the low-cost laptop space. It replaces the M1 MacBook Air that Apple started selling through Walmart for $699 in March 2024, then eventually discounted to $649. That model has been out of stock in new condition since early 2026, fueling reports of the MacBook Neo's arrival.

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Speaking of: The MacBook Neo's announcement comes after months of spec leaks and rumors, which were pretty much spot-on. Here's everything we know about it so far.

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The MacBook Neo has an aluminum design and runs on an A18 Pro chip, the same processor powering the iPhone 16 Pro. (It's the first MacBook with an iPhone chip.) In a press release, Apple said it "can fly through everyday tasks, from browsing the web and streaming content, to editing photos, exploring creative hobbies, or using AI capabilities across apps." The company claimed it's 50 percent faster in everyday tasks and up to three times faster running local AI workloads compared to bestselling Windows laptops with the latest Intel Core Ultra 5 chip.

Here's a closer look at the MacBook Neo's spec sheet. It's only available in two configurations: one with 256GB of storage, and another with 512GB of storage and Touch ID.

• Processor: A18 Pro chip with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU

• Memory: 8GB RAM

• Storage: 256GB to 512GB SSD

• Display: 13-inch 2,408 x 1,506 Liquid Retina display with 500 nits of brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, and an anti-reflective coating

• Battery life: Up to 16 hours

• Webcam: 1080p camera

• Ports: Two USB-C ports and a headphone jack

• Connectivity: WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 6

• Audio: Dual side speakers with Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio support

• Keyboard: Magic Keyboard with optional Touch ID

• Colors: Silver, indigo, blush, and citrus

• Weight: 2.7 pounds

Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth is on the ground at Apple's "special experience" in New York, where Apple is showcasing the MacBook Neo for the first time. Stay tuned for his initial hands-on impressions.

For now, the new MacBook Neo is available for preorder now at Amazon and Apple starting at $599; it will be released on March 11.

PREORDER NOW: As of March 4, the iPad Air with M4 chip is now available for preorder. Models starts at $599 and ship by March 11. Plus, save $40 on the new iPad Air when you preorder at Walmart for $559.

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A big upgrade is coming to our favorite iPad. The iPad Air, Apple's best blend of performance and price, now comes with the M4 chip. This announcement comes ahead of a "special Apple experience" scheduled for 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 4. Apple CEO Tim Cook teased the experience on social media, and he also referred to a Monday, March 2 announcement.

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We now know the Monday announcement was the new iPad Air with M4 chip and iPhone 17e. Previously, the iPad came with the M3 chip, making it a well-rounded device with the potential to compete with any laptop. So, are you ready to preorder the new tablet? Here's how.

When can you preorder the new iPad Air M4?

The iPad Air with M4 chip is available for preorder as of Wednesday, March 4 at 6:15 a.m. PT. Preorders are available at Apple, Best Buy, Walmart, Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.

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While preorders for the new iPad Air are live, the device will be available beginning Wednesday, March 11. Luckily, that means you just have to wait one week between preorder and pickup.

What's the new price for the iPad Air with M4 chip?

With a new device, especially one receiving an upgrade like the iPad Air with M4 chip, you'd expect an increase in the starting price. However, Apple is continuing its trend of maintaining its devices' starting prices even with a new generation.

The iPad Air with M4 chip starts at $599, the same price as the current iPad Air with M3 chip.

Remember when cord-cutting and canceling cable were all about saving money? It's no secret that streaming services just keep getting more expensive. Sling TV started at $20 per month and now costs double that, and YouTube TV launched at $35 but slowly ballooned to over $80. Last spring, I canceled my service and went a different route that only cost me around $40 for the entire year.