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Just days after thousands of user images and locations were leaked in an apparent hack of archived app data, women-only safety app Tea is weathering data exposure at an even larger scale than first reported.

In addition to exposing thousands of user verification images and personal IDs, which were later abused by users on platforms like 4Chan, the app's recently discovered security flaws make it possible for hackers to access private messages between users. An independent security researcher, verified by 404Media, was able to pull conversations from a second database that were sent as recently as last week, which included sensitive information like shared phone numbers, conversations about intimate relationships, and discussions of abortion.

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The researcher, Kasra Rahjerdi, also obtained access to back-end app features like the ability to send mass push notifications to users' devices. They told 404Media that the second vulnerability existed until late last week, around the time the initial hack was reported.

In a statement given on Friday, Tea said it was addressing the first database breach and that no current user data had been exposed. In a follow-up statement to 404Media, Tea wrote: "We are continuing to work expeditiously to contain the incident and have launched a full investigation with assistance from external cybersecurity firms. We have also reached out to law enforcement and are assisting in their investigation. Since our investigation is in its early stages, we do not have more information we can share at this time."

The Tea app recently shot up in popularity, following viral controversy over its existence as an alleged "man-shaming" app. Prior to the breach, some users were concerned with the app's storing of personal information (including that of both users themselves and the men they discuss), while others supported the need for women-only spaces online to share stories and protect each other's safety.

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But while debate about the app's efficacy flared, online users took advantage of the app's vulnerable security system to target its female user base: Shortly after reporting on the first breach, hackers seized geolocation information stored in the legacy database to explicitly doxx users — who are promised anonymity upon making an account in order to more comfortably share warnings about encounters with men — and have since created a nationwide map with the locations of Tea users. Others pulled personal images from the database in order to ridicule their appearance in public forums, while a few created copycat apps designed for men to discuss intimate details of women's bodies.

PayPal is expanding its crypto ambitions, and it will soon allow merchants in the United States to accept more than 100 different cryptocurrencies as payment. The new Pay with Crypto feature moves beyond staples like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and sellers will soon be able to accept payments in meme-tier tokens, including the controversial Trump memecoin and DOGE.

PayPal announced the new Pay with Crypto feature on Monday, and it will be rolling out to U.S. merchants as a pilot in the coming weeks; it will be widely available later this year. When a merchant accepts a payment with one of the accepted cryptocurrencies, PayPal will convert the funds into either fiat currency or the company's PYUSD stablecoin. Pay with Crypto's 0.99 percent transaction fee is considerably less than typical credit card processing fees.

The company says it's all part of its mission to "drive crypto payments into the mainstream." And in interviews with Fortune and Bloomberg, PayPal leaders said the Pay with Crypto feature is designed to help small merchants, in particular.

PayPal provided Mashable this preview of the new Pay with Crypto feature. Credit: PayPal SEE ALSO: Stablecoin bill advances in U.S. Senate as Trump critics call to end his crypto dealings

“Imagine a shopper in Guatemala buying a special gift from a merchant in Oklahoma City,” said PayPal CEO Alex Chriss in a press release. “Using PayPal’s open platform, the business can accept crypto payments, increase profit margins, lower transaction fees, access funds instantly, and even earn up to 4% APY when storing funds as PYUSD on PayPal.”

With the crypto-enthusiastic Trump administration back in The White House, PayPal is moving fast to address one of digital currency’s core dilemmas: you still can’t buy much with it. Spendability has long been crypto’s Achilles’ heel, which is partly why NFTs briefly took off as a form of "ownership" in the first place.

But with this latest move, PayPal is giving crypto holders a clearer path to using their digital assets for actual purchases, not just speculation. It also coincides with the recent successes of Bitcoin, the world's most popular cryptocurrency. In fact, in 2024, the token reached $100,000 per 1 BTC for the first time. As of this writing, a single Bitcoin is valued at approximately $118,000, per Coinbase.

According to PayPal, merchants will be charged a transaction fee of 0.99 percent for the first year, rising to 1.5 percent after that, according to Fortune.

UPDATE: Jul. 28, 2025, 5:20 p.m. EDT This article has been updated with an image and additional information from PayPal.

If you've ever found yourself in a situation where you didn’t have internet access, a new messaging app might be of interest. Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey just dropped Bitchat, a new peer-to-peer messaging app that works over Bluetooth. And it’s available now on your iPhone, Mac, iPad, and even your Apple Vision Pro.

Streaming is undoubtedly the most convenient way to watch TV shows and movies, but sadly its greatest flaw remains image quality. While steaming content can look pretty decent under ideal circumstances, the nature of streaming technology itself means that ideal circumstances are rarely what you get.

Mozilla Firefox is one of the few browsers that does not use Chromium as its browser engine, but that doesn't mean it doesn't occasionally take a page from Chrome, especially when it's a useful feature. Now, it's getting easier to link to things from Firefox, just like it currently is from Chrome.

Most of us spend several hours per day looking at screens, be it our phones or our PCs. If your work involves sitting at a computer, it'll be even more. If you're going to sink that much time into looking at something, do yourself a favor and don't cheap out—your eyes will thank you. Here are a few features I consider essential in any new monitor I purchase.

There’s something extra fun about finding out that a movie, TV show, or book takes place in a location you’re familiar with. Maybe you've wondered how many pieces of media have taken place in your area, or any other place in the world. There’s a website for that.

If vacuum brands like Dyson and Shark can venture into hair care and kill it, who says a drone brand can't be the next big Roomba or Roborock competitor? DJI begs that question with the imminent release of its very first robot vacuum, the DJI Romo.

The Romo was but a rumor until a teaser video started to make its rounds on X on July 23. A reliable leaker allegedly spotted the announcement from the official Chinese DJI Romo account, which includes the date August 6, 2025 — presumably the launch date for China. There's no word yet about drops in other countries, and tariffs could throw a wrench into the works of a release date for the United States. However, many other China-based robot vacuum brands like Roborock, Ecovacs, and Dreame are typically quick to get their flagships to the American market, so the Romo's U.S. release is hopefully on the horizon.

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From a navigational POV, there's a very clear overlap between drones and robot vacuums. A ton of robot vacuums use LiDAR (Light Detecting and Ranging) technology to create the in-app map that allows them to clean specific rooms or zones on command. And, as you may have put together, several DJI drones also use LiDAR to create detailed 3D aerial maps. Perhaps DJI will be the brand to finally get small obstacle avoidance down to a science — because I've still never tested a robot vacuum with a 100 percent perfect track record when it comes to chargers and cords on the floor.

No concrete information about the Romo's actual cleaning specs are available to the public yet. But from the short teaser clip, it looks like the Romo has a self-emptying dock — it's unclear whether part of that dock also holds water tanks for mopping. Looking at the transparent view of the Romo dock, if I squint, I think I'm seeing multiple different compartments (not just a dust bin or bag). Since DJI is familiar with the premium pricing end of the spectrum with its drones (and now wireless microphones and gimbal cameras), it seems likely that DJI's first robot vacuum will be similarly premium. I'm predicting mopping, self-washing, and -drying pads — the works.

SEE ALSO: I found the most impressive robot vacuum under $500. You've never heard of it.

Being so late to the game, DJI does have intel on where some other big brands have gone wrong. Maybe the Dyson 360 Vis Nav flopped so the DJI Romo could run.

How much the DJI Romo will cost is also still up in the air. DJI drones are high-end, so it'd be surprising if the DJI robot vacuum wasn't high-end as well. I personally don't see it costing less than $1,000, and again, tariffs could provoke a steeper price point than originally planned.

While I'm excited to see the unique ways a drone brand could go with a robot vacuum, there's a fine line between innovating and doing too much — the Roborock Saros Z70 and its hit-or-miss robotic arm are a prime example of that. Hopefully, DJI won't try to be so different that the Romo is too fancy to be a practical addition to the average person's home.

Microsoft is jumping on the AI browser bandwagon with new Copilot features for Edge.

On Monday, Microsoft introduced Copilot Mode for Edge, an opt-in experimental feature with agentic AI features. (If you've been nodding and smiling every time you hear the words "agentic AI," we have an explainer for you.) This includes contextual awareness across open tabs, natural voice commands for navigating the web hands-free, and Copilot in the form of a pop-up chatbot that can answer questions about the page you're on.

Coming soon, Copilot Mode can take over your browser and perform tasks on your behalf, such as booking reservations. Copilot Mode will also soon remember your browsing history and offer suggestions based on what you've been searching.

Copilot Mode in Edge joins Perplexity Comet, ChatGPT Agent, and other AI assistants that can browse the web on the user's behalf. New reasoning models can perform more complex tasks, which is fueling the advent of autonomous agents for shopping, managing your calendar, and more. This, plus the fact that Google might be forced to sell off Chrome, has suddenly created new potential for AI-powered browsers to compete with traditional browsers.

Think of an AI browser as a proactive, personalized assistant for handling tasks online as opposed to a static portal for manually accessing information you need. At least, that's how tech companies and AI labs are selling it, as the so-called browser wars heat up. Meanwhile, heightened security risks, incompatibility roadblocks (with sites not optimized for agents), and deep-rooted browsing habits could threaten widespread adoption.

Plus, all this hyper-personalization comes with higher privacy risks, since AI browsers collect lots of data. As Microsoft asserted, Copilot Mode is opt-in only, and the data it collects is controlled in your personalization settings. You can turn Copilot Mode off whenever you want, and "there will always be clear, visual cues on your browser when Copilot is viewing or listening," said the announcement. With the more involved AI features like booking reservations coming soon, Microsoft says Copilot requires your permission to access browsing history and password credentials.

How to try Copilot Mode

Copilot Mode is free... for now. Microsoft says the new features are free for a limited time, but it doesn't specify for how long. If you want to try it out, you'll need to install the Edge browser on Windows or Mac. From there, go to aka.ms/copilot-mode to opt into the experiment. Once opted in, you can toggle on Copilot Mode within your Edge settings.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

Online retailers are being majorly affected by President Donald Trump's tariffs and handling of the de minimis exemption.

Just take a look at the price hikes Reuters saw from Shein, a fast fashion e-commerce retailer based out of Singapore. A "baby bodysuit" rose in price 63 percent from April 24 to July 22, according to Reuters. During the same time period, a kid's t-shirt increased by 68 percent, a pair of boy's shorts increased by 57 percent, a boy's t-shirt increased by 45 percent, a girl's tank-top increased by 52 percent, a baby shirt increased by 24 percent, a girl's camisole top increased by 35 percent, and a girl's dress increased by 10 percent, just to name a few of the recent price hikes.

SEE ALSO: Shein exploited marginalized women for their influencer trip. It worked.

"Reuters tracked the price of 70 of the lowest cost apparel items listed on Shein’s U.S.-facing website in girl’s, boy’s, men’s and baby categories on April 24, one day before Shein’s price adjustments went into effect to accommodate new tariff rules starting May 2, which at the time exposed these packages to steep tariffs of up to 145 [percent]," Reuters reported.

These price hikes are likely due to the elimination of the de minimis exemption, according to Reuters.

On May 2, Trump ended the de minimis exemption. That means that packages worth less than $800 entering the U.S. from China are no longer tax-exempt. Trump's official reasoning is that sellers use the exemption to ship illicit substances like fentanyl in low-value packages. While lawmakers on both sides of the aisle agree that a reform on the de minimis provision could slow the spread of drug trafficking in the U.S. and help U.S. manufactures, some argue its effectiveness in both curbing illegal drugs and helping U.S. manufacturing, and are suspicious of the timing coinciding with his ongoing trade war.

And, as Reuters pointed out in a working paper published by National Bureau of Economic Research last year, eliminating the exemption "will cost U.S. consumers between $10.9 billion and $13 billion overall, but the relative cost per person will be higher for lower-income Americans."

These tariffs and the ending of the de minimis exemption don't only affect Shein, although it is one of the largest e-commerce companies effected. Influencers, content creators, and entrepreneurs, particularly those who sell their own goods and work with brands who sell under the de minimis exemption, are also feeling the pain.

Google has admitted its earthquake alert system largely failed during the 2023 earthquake in Turkey.

The tech giant told the BBC that its Android Earthquake Alert (AEA) feature only sent 469 "Take Action" warnings for the deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake. If working the way it was supposed to, the alert system reportedly could have given 10 million people within 98 miles of the earthquake's epicenter critical seconds to find safety.

The "Take Action" alert is the feature's highest warning and overrides user's Do Not Disturb setting with a full-screen notification and audible warning sounds. Google told the BBC that it sent half a million people the lower level "Be Aware" warning that is meant to indicate lighter shaking and does not override the Do Not Disturb setting. The first earthquake began a little after 4 o'clock in the morning, when many people were asleep. The death toll was over 55,000, with the earthquake killing people in Eastern Turkey and parts of Syria.

Google's earthquake alert system works by using Android phones to work as "mini-seismometers" to detect vibrations and communicate that information to Google's earthquake detection servers, according the feature's page. Over 70 percent of phones in Turkey use the Android operating system, so this alert could have had wide reach.

Back in 2023 when the earthquake hit, the BBC spoke to hundreds of Turkish residents and "didn't find anyone who had received a warning." At the time, Google insisted to the outlet that the alert system had worked. Google cited "limitations to the detection algorithms" that failed to detect the magnitude of the earthquake in a paper recently published in Science. According to the paper, researchers simulated the Turkey earthquake with an improved algorithm and reported that the system generated 10 million Take Action alerts and 67 million Be Aware alerts.

SAVE 17%: As of July 28, you can get the Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle (international model) for $289, down from $349.99, at Woot. That's a 17% discount and a $60.99 savings.

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The hunt for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been an inventory nightmare since its June 5 launch, with restocks vanishing almost instantly. While the shortage finally seems to be letting up (the console is currently in stock at retailers like Target and Walmart), getting one still requires a little luck.

If you're tired of tracking restocks and just want a great Nintendo console to play now, you can get the Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle (international model) for $289, down from $349.99, at Woot. That's a 17% discount and a $60.99 savings.

This is an international model, but Woot notes that it works with U.S. power outlets and comes with a U.S. adapter. The bundle includes the original Nintendo Switch console, a set of white Joy-Con controllers, wrist straps, the dock, and a download code for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

There are 48 Mushroom Kingdom courses to race on with a large cast of characters. You can race up to four players locally on one system, two to eight players locally using multiple systems, and two to 12 players online.

The first trailer for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash left me gasping in awe, and I'm not ashamed to admit it.

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The follow-up to 2009's Avatar and 2022's Avatar: The Way of Water looks just like its predecessors, which is to say, downright stunning. The trailer had me at the appearance of iridescent hot air balloon-like creatures, along with the return of Avatar: The Way of Water's beloved tulkun. But where it really grabbed my attention was the reveal of the Mangkwan clan, a new Na'vi people that Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri's (Zoe Saldaña) family will cross paths with.

Each Avatar movie so far has introduced a new Na'vi clan. Avatar featured the forest-dwelling Omatikaya clan, while Avatar: The Way of Water introduced the Metkayina clan, who make their home around Pandora's reefs. These clans became allies to Jake and Neytiri, but that will not be the case with Avatar: Fire and Ash's Mangkwan clan.

Also known as the Ash People, the Mangkwan live among ashy, volcanic ruins and appear to ally themselves with Avatar antagonist Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang). Their leader, Varang (Oona Chaplin), also seems to be fireproof, able to light her hands on fire without any pain. Is she a firebender? Is this officially a crossover between Avatar and Avatar: The Last Airbender? Finally, the Avatars collide.

In all seriousness, check out the full trailer above for a better look at the Ash People and at Avatar: Fire and Ash's mind-blowing alien landscapes. From just these two minutes alone, it looks like the Avatar franchise is on track to take home yet another Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.

Avatar: Fire and Ash hits theaters Dec. 19.

SAVE $40: As of July 28, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ coffee and espresso machine is down to only $89 at Amazon. That's a savings of 31% off and its best price to date.

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Imagine it: a piping hot shot of espresso any time you desire at the press of a button. Need to pull an all-nighter and study for exams? Can't stay awake in class? Need a midday boost after a sleepless night? Enter the Vertuo Pop+ coffee and espresso machine.

As of July 28, the Nespresso Vertuo Pop+ is on sale for only $89 instead of its usual $129. That's 31% in savings and its best price ever — just in time to head back to school. Choose from three different color options — black, mango, or pacific blue.

The Vertuo Pop+ is no one-trick pony. Besides on-demand single espresso shots, it can also brew coffee in a four other ways: five-, eight-, and 12-ounce cups, and double espresso shots. Just pop in a Nespresso pod, fill up the 37-ounce water tank, give it about 30 seconds to heat up, and you're ready to brew.

The slim (just 8.5 inches wide) and compact build is designed to slide into small spaces, making it ideal for a dorm, small apartment, or even a cubicle. It's the smallest Nespresso machine on the market, but still offers the same big taste.

There's no telling how long this deal will stick around, so be sure to snag the 31% savings while you can.

Save 30%: The Dreame Gleam hair dryer is an affordable Dyson dupe at $99.99, but a price cut from Amazon makes it even more so. As of July 28, you can grab it for $30 cheaper, at just $69.99.

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If you're looking for a tool to reliably dry your hair quickly, trust me — you have way more options than the Dyson Supersonic.

I say that confidently as someone who's tried the Supersonic, the Supersonic Nural, and the many dupes they've inspired. If you're really looking for just the basics, the Dreame Gleam hair dryer is the best Dyson Supersonic dupe under $100, even at full price, but as of July 28, you can grab it for just $69.99 at Amazon.

Seeing as at this price, you can buy six Dreame Gleam dryers for the price of one Supersonic, you should expect to go without some extras. Starting there, you won't get the three or five attachments Dyson offers with its dryers. Instead, you'll get just one styling concentrator, in addition to one less air speed and heat setting. It also doesn't have that expensive-sounding Dyson whir when powered on, but it's far from the loudest hair dryer I've used.

Where the Dreame Gleam shines is in doing a simple job well. Without going up to its highest heat (which I found to be a little on the hot side, especially for near the root), it dried my mid-length hair in about 15 minutes. At 0.73 pounds, it's also ultra-lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it a great dryer to use with styling with a brush.

At $70, it's hard to find a better option than the Dreame Gleam, especially if you're looking for a basic daily hair dryer.

SAVE $6: The Anker Nano Travel Adapter is on sale at Amazon for just $19.99, down from the list price of $25.99. That's a 23% discount and the lowest we've ever spotted at Amazon.

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If your remaining 2025 travel plans have you heading to an international destination, you probably need to pack a travel adapter. Buying one in advance will save you the heartbreak of grabbing one at the airport that's sold for a ridiculous markup. Instead, check out this great deal at Amazon that'll save you big time.

As of July 28, the Anker Nano Travel Adapter is on sale for just $19.99 at Amazon, down from the standard price of $25.99. That's a 23% discount that takes $6 off the price. It's also the lowest Amazon has ever offered.

Your travel packing list needs to include a travel adapter if you'll be headed to a country that doesn't use our standard US plug type. That includes most of Europe, the UK, Australia, and plenty more. Anker makes some of Mashable's favorite charging accessories and there's plenty to love about this Nano adapter. For starters, it gives you access to a huge range of plugs around the world including plug type E, K, N, L, O, C, F, J, G, and I.

SEE ALSO: Anker just dropped 3 new Nano power banks and chargers

The Anker Nano Travel Adapter has you covered in all of those locations, and it comes packed with charging versatility. The travel adapter has five ports for your recharging needs including one AC, two USB-A, and two USB-C. Plus, its compact size means it won't add much heft to your luggage. However, it's worth mentioning this is not a voltage converter, so be sure the electronics you pack match the voltage of your destination.

Before you're in a panic about last-minute packing, snag the Anker Nano Travel Adapter at Amazon while it's on sale for a record-low price of under $20. Your inevitable travel anxiety will thank you for this pre-purchase.

SAVE 70%: As of July 28, you can get a two-year Proton VPN Plus for just $2.99 per month, down from $9.99 per month. That's a 70% discount.

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Age verification has become a hot topic of discussion in policy (and Reddit) debates. And thanks to the UK’s Online Safety Act, apps (including dating apps, like Tinder and Hinge) and websites that host explicit content (yes, Pornhub) are now required to verify the age of their users in an effort to keep younger viewers safer online.

In practice, however, these age-verification laws are tricky to enforce because they're easy to get around with software like a virtual private network (VPN), which can make it seem like you're browsing from another country entirely. It’s so easy, in fact, one Redditor claimed "a five-year-old can do it."

SEE ALSO: UK age verification starts July 25. Here's what that means for you.

Since the law took effect (July 25 at midnight BST), multiple VPN companies, specifically Proton VPN, have seen a surge in signups. According to Proton's Observatory page, the company saw a 1,400 percent hourly increase in signups immediately after the UK’s Online Safety Act went into effect.

If you're looking for a top-tier VPN to protect your privacy, Proton VPN (one of the best VPNs in the bizz) has a few options. For a limited time, you can get a two-year subscription to its VPN Plus plan for just $2.99 per month. You'll be billed $71.76 for the first 24 months, a 70% discount from the standard $9.99 monthly rate. There's also the Proton Unlimited plan, which bundles all of Proton's premium services (VPN, Mail, Calendar, Drive, and Pass) for $7.99 per month. And if you just want to test the waters, there's a completely free version of Proton VPN available that offers medium speeds and access to servers in five countries.

Tech companies tend to make their devices lighter and thinner with each new generation, but the upcoming Pixel 10 smartphones from Google seem ready to buck that trend.

Details on the next-gen Pixel phones have been leaking like a faucet (catch up on the latest Pixel 10 rumors) ahead of their August launch, and now Android Headlines is reporting that the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold will likely be slightly heavier than their predecessors. And except for the Pro XL model, all these devices could also be thicker. The differences in thickness and weight are expected to be small — about 1 mm and 1 to 11 grams, respectively.

Rumor has it there's a simple reason why Google is adding weight for the new Pixel smartphones — magnets.

As Mashable has reported, the Wireless Power Consortium released new standards for Qi2.2 wireless charging. To make these next-gen wireless chargers more efficient, Qi2 devices utilize magnetic alignment to reduce power loss. For iPhone users, Apple MagSafe technology provides a ready solution. Since the iPhone 12, new Apple smartphones have already featured a ring of magnets around the wireless charger. Now, the Android world seems poised to follow Apple's lead. Frankly, we're surprised it hasn't happened sooner.

Hence, the rumors that the new Pixel 10 smartphones will come with built-in magnets to support wireless charging.

If this rumor bears out, then we expect other smartphone manufacturers to follow suit. The first Qi2 wireless chargers were announced earlier this month, with companies like Belkin and Ugreen set to release faster and more efficient charging products in the months ahead. The Qi2 standard also allows for 25W wireless charging, which will let users juice up their phones more quickly.

Of course, we're speculating, and Google could instead release cases with magnets. 9To5Google has reported on a rumored Pixelsnap series of charging accessories that would mimic Apple's MagSafe products.

Notably, mobile nerds like us have already declared 2025 the year of the ultra-thin phone, and Samsung's new Z Fold 7 is significantly thinner than the Z Fold 6. So, if Google is moving in the opposite direction, we expect they have a good reason why. We don't have to wait long to find out, as the new Pixel 10 phones will be officially unveiled at the Made by Google event on Aug. 20.

And, hey, who doesn't love magnets?

The best Samsung deals this week at a glance: BEST PHONE DEAL Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (256GB, unlocked) + $200 Amazon gift card $1,099.99 (save $200) Get Deal BEST EARBUDS DEAL Samsung Galaxy Bud 3 Pro $199 (save $50.99) Get Deal BEST SMARTWATCH DEAL Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm, Bluetooth) $349.99 (get a $50 promotional credit with code APSUE5MBXB6Y) Get Deal BEST MONITOR DEAL Samsung 37-inch ViewFinity S8 $429.99 (save $170) Get Deal Best tablet deal Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (64GB, WiFi) $209.99 (save $120) Get Deal

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 not only blessed us with brand new phones and watches, but also served as a catalyst for plenty of deals. Of course, it didn't hurt that it overlapped with Amazon Prime Day. While most of those Prime Day Samsung deals evaporated shortly after the event, a bunch of new discounts and promotions have popped up, offering lots of new ways to save.

Below, we've rounded up the best Samsung deals we could find this week, including the brand new foldables and Galaxy watches.

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The latest foldables from Samsung are officially available and if you order through Amazon (or Best Buy), you'll get free money in the form of a gift card. The smaller of the two new foldables, the Z Flip7, got a major facelift this time around. The most notable change is the new exterior cover display, which is larger and goes edge-to-edge for the first time. It also features a new 120Hz refresh rate, the ability to interface with AI features without opening up the phone, and the option to use the camera to show things to the onboard AI. It comes in three colors — jet-black, blue shadow, and coral red. Grab the base model with 256GB of storage for $1,099.99 and get a free $200 gift card at Amazon. If you order through Best Buy, you'll get a free $100 gift card.

A similar gift card deal is available on the larger Z Fold7, but the starting price is much higher at $1,999.99.

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Ordering the new Galaxy Watch 8 at Amazon or Best Buy will also get you some free cash. The eighth-generation Samsung Galaxy Watch is the first smartwatch with Google Gemini. It features a squircle design and is lighter and more comfortable than previous models, yet loaded with more advanced features like Bedtime Guidance and Vascular Load monitoring. When you purchase at Amazon or Best Buy for $349.99 (for the base model with Bluetooth only), click on "redeem" next to the free promotional credit and you'll receive an email from Amazon with instructions on how to redeem your $50 credit. The deal ends on Aug. 5, though, so you'll want to add it to your cart soon.

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• Samsung Galaxy S25 (128GB) — $719.99 $799.99 (save $90)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (128GB) + $100 Amazon gift card — $899.99 $999.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (256GB) + $100 Amazon gift card — $959.99 $1,059.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (256GB) — $999.99 $1,099.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (512GB) + $200 Amazon gift card — $1,219.99 $1,419.99 (save $200)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (256GB) + $200 Amazon gift card — $1,999.99 $2,199.99 (save $200)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (512GB) + $200 Amazon gift card — $2,119.99 $2,319.99 (save $200)

Earbuds deals

• Samsung Galaxy Buds FE — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro — $199 $249.99 (save $50.99)

Smartwatch deals

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (LTE, 44mm) + $50 Amazon gift card — $429.99 $479.99 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (Bluetooth, 46mm) + $100 Amazon gift card — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (LTE, 46mm) + $100 Amazon gift card — $549.99 $649.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (LTE, 47mm) + $100 Amazon gift card — $649.99 $749.99 (save $100)

Tablet deals

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (64GB, WiFi) — $209.99 $329.99 (save $120)

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Comic-Con International took place in San Diego over the weekend, and fans of geeky film and TV got fed.

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Between new trailers, exclusive clips, and first look images, there's an immense amount of nerdy news to take in. But don't feel overwhelmed: We've got you covered. We've rounded up the biggest film and TV announcements below, so you can get up to speed on everything from new Alien and Predator titles to upcoming shows like Gen V and Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

Let's get into it.

Robert Kirkman updated fans on Invincible Season 4.

Invincible creator Robert Kirkman unveiled key information about two major villains fans can expect to see in Invincible Season 4. First, he announced that The Americans star Matthew Rhys will be voicing Dr. David Anders/Dinosaurus. Then, he confirmed that Grand Regent Thragg, ruler of the Viltrum Empire, will be making his debut. All of Thragg's lines have been recorded, but Kirkman is keeping his voice actor under wraps for now.

How to watch: Invincible Season 4 is expected to premiere in 2026. Season 1 - 3 are now streaming on Prime Video.

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues got a rocking trailer.

Director Rob Reiner dialed Comic-Con up to 11 with the trailer for Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, the long-awaited sequel to 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap. Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer all return as members of heavy metal band Spinal Tap, which is reuniting for one final concert. Check out the full trailer above to see cameos from Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Questlove, whom the band desperately tries to recruit as a new drummer. Wisely, he declines, saying he doesn't want to die like all the other drummers. Good call.

How to watch: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues hits theaters on Sept. 12.

South Park's Trey Parker and Matt Stone addressed the show's Trump-heavy Season 27 premiere.

South Park's Season 27 premiere pulled no punches on President Donald Trump. The episode showed Trump in bed with Satan, gave him a micropenis, and made references to him being on the "Epstein list," all culminating in a naked AI deepfake of Trump. The premiere also took major shots at Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump over alleged "deceitful" editing of a 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. All this came just hours after South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone signed a deal with Paramount valued at $1.5 billion.

At a Comic-Con panel, Parker and Stone addressed the reaction to the episode. "We're terribly sorry," Parker told the audience.

How to watch: South Park Season 27 is now streaming on Paramount+. New episodes air Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET on Comedy Central, and stream the next day on Paramount+.

The Strangers - Chapter 2 unveiled a new clip.

The Strangers - Chapter 2 brought a healthy dose of slasher horror to Comic-Con with a brand-new clip, which shows The Strangers: Chapter 1 final girl Maya Lucas (Madelaine Petsch) running for dear life once again. In the clip, a masked stranger puts his own twist on Mortal Kombat's Scorpion "Get Over Here" move, yanking Maya towards him by her hair. My scalp's smarting just watching it.

How to watch: The Strangers - Chapter 2 hits theaters on Sept. 26.

Twisted Metal Season 2 revved fans up with exclusive clips.

In its second season, Twisted Metal finally dives into its titular demolition derby tournament, run by new character Calypso (Anthony Carrigan). Twisted Metal cast members Anthony Mackie, Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa (AEW's Samoa Joe), and Carrigan showed Comic-Con attendees exclusive clips of the car-on-car action, including one where a missile blows up a competitor's car. While the clips aren't available to watch, you can always sate your Twisted Metal cravings by watching the trailer above.

How to watch: Twisted Metal Season 2 premieres July 31 on Peacock.

Nickelodeon revealed new artwork for Avatar: The Seven Havens. Artwork from "Avatar: Seven Havens." Credit: Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon celebrated Avatar: The Last Airbender's 20th anniversary by unveiling a first look at its upcoming series, Avatar: Seven Havens. The series follows the Earth Avatar, who comes after Korra, in a world rocked by a cataclysm. Now, the Avatar is viewed as humanity's destroyer instead of its savior, so our new Avatar and her long-lost twin find themselves on the run from human and spirit enemies alike.

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The artwork above reveals the new Avatar, one of her friends, and a cat-like creature sure to join the likes of Appa, Momo, Naga, and Pabu as a beloved Avatar companion. Equally intriguing is the city behind them, the clusters of crystals growing out of the ground, and the aurora borealis-esque lights circling above. What has happened in the world of Avatar to make it look so different?

How to watch: Avatar: Seven Havens has no release date yet. However, The Legend of Aang: The Last Avatar hits theaters on Oct. 9, 2026.

Critical Role released first looks at The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4 and The Mighty Nein Season 1.

Comic-Con was a feast for fans of Critical Role, which revealed major news about two of their upcoming animated series. First up was The Legend of Vox Machina, based on Critical Role's first-ever live-streamed Dungeons & Dragons campaign. Critical Role unveiled a sneak peek of the show's fourth season and also revealed that it had been renewed for a fifth and final season.

As The Legend of Vox Machina comes to an end, a new Critical Role show is only just beginning. The Mighty Nein, based on Critical Role's second campaign, premieres on Prime Video this fall. Check out a chaotic sneak peek above.

How to watch: The Mighty Nein hits Prime Video Nov. 19. The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4 will premiere in 2026. Season 1 - 3 are now streaming on Prime Video.

The Toxic Avenger unleashed a wild first look at Peter Dinklage's superhero transformation.

Almost two years since its world premiere at 2023's Fantastic Fest, Macon Blair's remake of Troma's The Toxic Avenger finally gets to see the light of day. What better way to celebrate than by watching an absolutely bananas clip from the film?

The clip (above) shows janitor Winston Gooze (Peter Dinklage) getting a toxic waste makeover. You'll just have to see it to believe it. Click for the bizarro transformation, stay for the killer juggalos, and see Elijah Wood channeling Danny Devito's take on the Penguin.

How to watch: The Toxic Avenger opens in theaters on Aug. 29.

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 released a spooky new trailer.

Everyone's favorite killer animatronics are back in Five Nights at Freddy's 2, which sees Freddy Fazbear and friends step out of their rundown pizzeria and into the real world. Josh Hutcherson and Elizabeth Lail reprise their roles from Five Nights at Freddy's, which earned Blumhouse's best opening weekend ever and became the highest-grossing horror film of 2023.

How to watch: Five Nights at Freddy's 2 hits theaters on Dec. 5.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 got a brand-new trailer and release date.

It's almost time to go back to Camp Half-Blood! Percy Jackson and the Olympians returns to Disney+ on Dec. 10, and we've got a teaser trailer to tide us over until then. The series adapts Rick Riordan's The Sea of Monsters, which sees Percy (Walker Scobell) and Annabeth (Leah Sava Jeffries) heading to the Bermuda triangle to find a missing Grover (Aryan Simhadri) and the Golden Fleece. Also along for the ride is Tyson (Daniel Diemer), Percy's cyclops half-brother.

Riordan also shared exciting casting news at the panel. Nico and Bianca di Angelo, the children of Hades, have been cast for Season 3. Levi Chrisopulos will play Nico, and Olive Abercrombie will play Bianca.

How to watch: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 hits Disney+ on Dec. 10.

Ahsoka Season 2 dropped a first-look image.

Ahsoka Season 2 is currently in production, so there are no trailers yet. However, for anyone yearning for Ahsoka crumbs, the Star Wars Comic-Con panel did release an image from the upcoming season. The image shows Eman Esfandi as Ezra Bridger, whom Ahsoka (Rosario Dawson) finally found at the end of Season 1.

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How to watch: There is no confirmed release date for Ahsoka Season 2. Season 1 is now streaming on Disney+.

Breaking Bad's Vince Gilligan revealed Pluribus, a new show with Rhea Seehorn.

Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan returns to TV with his upcoming series Pluribus, starring Better Call Saul's Rhea Seehorn. As if the promise of that pairing weren't enticing enough, Pluribus boasts a fascinating premise. According to the show's official logline, it's "a genre-bending original in which the most miserable person on Earth must save the world from happiness." Between that and the bizarre first look above, consider me intrigued.

How to watch: Pluribus hits Apple TV+ on Nov. 7.

Starz teased Outlander's eighth and final season, along with prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood.

The epic love story between Jamie and Claire Fraser (Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe) comes to an end in Outlander's eighth and final season, set to premiere in 2026. Starz released a new teaser for the season at Comic-Con, above. However, if you can't wait until next year for Droughtlander to be over, don't worry. Prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood is just around the corner. Chronicling the romances of Jamie and Claire's parents, Blood of My Blood is sure to deliver more swoon-worthy time travel.

How to watch: Outlander Season 8 premieres in 2026. Seasons 1 - 7 are not streaming on Starz. Outlander: Blood of My Blood premieres on Aug. 8 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Starz, with new episodes streaming Fridays on the Starz app and Starz streaming and on-demand platforms.

The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 got a new trailer.

AMC's Walking Dead universe keeps chugging with The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon. Season 3 sees Daryl (Norman Reedus) and Carol (Melissa McBride) continuing their journey through post-apocalyptic Europe, this time headed from England to Spain. On top of releasing a trailer for the new season, the show's Comic-Con panel also confirmed that The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon would be back for a fourth and final season.

How to watch: The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon Season 3 premieres on Sept. 7 at 9 p.m. ET on AMC and AMC+. Seasons 1 - 2 are now streaming on AMC+.

Rick and Morty reveals President Curtis spinoff. The first look at "President Curtis." Credit: Adult Swim

Fan-favorite Rick and Morty character President Curtis (voiced by Keith David) will be getting his own spinoff, co-created by Rick and Morty executive producers Dan Harmon and James Siciliano. According to the show's official logline, "President Curtis follows the Commander-in-Chief and his eccentric staff as they tackle the kind of crises that Rick Sanchez could never be bothered with – from interdimensional diplomacy to paranormal investigations and unexplained phenomena."

How to watch: There is no confirmed release date yet for President Curtis.

Alien: Earth screened its first episode.

One of 2025's most anticipated TV titles is Alien: Earth, an Alien prequel series from Fargo's Noah Hawley. Lucky Comic-Con attendees got to watch the very first episode of the show, which follows a group of hybrid soldiers (human consciousnesses in synthetic bodies) on a mission to investigate a Weyland-Yutani ship that's crash-landed on Earth.

What's on that ship? Five terrifying life forms from the deepest reaches of space, with the Xenomorph among them, of course. While the episode won't be available to the public until Aug. 12, you can get pumped for Alien: Earth by watching the trailer above.

How to watch: Alien: Earth premieres on Aug. 12 at 8 p.m. ET on Hulu and FX.

Stephen King adaptation The Long Walk released a new trailer.

2025 is a big year for Stephen King adaptations, from It: Welcome to Derry to The Running Man to The Long Walk. The latter introduces a dystopian death race, one where a pack of teenage boys must walk for as long as they can. If they fall below a certain speed, they're killed. Last walker standing wins. My feet already hurt thinking about it.

Director Francis Lawrence is no stranger to films about death games, having directed four Hunger Games films, but this promises to top even those movies' bleakness. The movie also stars Cooper Hoffman, David Jonson, Ben Wang, Judy Greer, and Mark Hamill. Catch them in action in the trailer above.

How to watch: The Long Walk hits theaters on Sept. 12.

The Boys spinoff Gen V showcased its Season 2 trailer.

School's back in session in Gen V Season 2, which returns viewers to supe university Godolkin. This time around, Marie Moreau (Jaz Sinclair) and her friends have a sinister new dean (Hamish Linklater) to contend with, along with the mysterious Project Odessa. In the trailed released at Comic-Con, Marie also crosses paths with Annie/Starlight (Erin Moriarty) from The Boys, hinting at a greater crossover between the two series.

The trailer also addresses the loss of Andre, whose actor, Chance Perdomo, passed away in 2024.

How to watch: Gen V Season 2 hits Prime Video on Sept. 17.

Dan Trachtenberg teased Predator: Badlands.

The trailer for Predator: Badlands is already out, but the film's Comic-Con panel saw director Dan Trachtenberg diving further into what audiences can expect from the latest Predator film. Badlands makes a Predator into a protagonist, a first for the franchise. That led to another first: lead Predator warrior Dek's (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) face isn't practical, as digital effects were needed to create nuanced expressions.

"We wanted to make sure we could go to emotional places, so we developed a unique system, Trachtenberg told audiences, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The system involved practical body suits in addition to the digital face.

Comic-Con attendees also got to watch the first 15 minutes of the film, in which runt Yautja Dek is sent to the planet Genna, where he must hunt and kill the "unkillable Kalisk."

How to watch: Predator: Badlands hits theaters on Nov. 7.

Tron: Ares unveiled exclusive footage.

Tron sequel Tron: Ares took the stage at Comic-Con with a laser show and teases of Nine Inch Nails' score for the film. (Nine Inch Nails takes over from Daft Punk, who scored Tron: Legacy.)

The Tron: Ares panel showed audience members exclusive footage from the movie, including a light cycle chase and a new digital world created by Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters). The film also stars Jared Leto as AI Ares, Greta Lee, Jodie Turner-Smith, Cameron Monaghan, Gillian Anderson, and Jeff Bridges, reprising his role as Kevin Flynn. While the Comic-Con footage isn't available to the public, you can check out the trailer above.

How to watch: Tron: Ares hits theaters on Oct. 10.

Coyote vs. Acme finally got a release date.

The story of the Looney Tunes film Coyote vs. Acme is one of the most memorable entertainment sagas of the past few years. In 2023, Warner Bros. scrapped the completed movie in favor of a tax cut. It then tried to sell the title to companies like Netflix and Amazon. But when Warner Bros. rejected their offers, it seemed like Coyote vs. Acme would be shelved for good.

Thankfully, Ketchup Entertainment — which also released The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie, another film that Warner Bros. chose to shop around instead of releasing — stepped in and bought the film. Now, finally, it has a release date: Aug. 28, 2026. That's not all that was confirmed at Coyote vs. Acme's panel, though: Turns out Bugs Bunny himself will be making a cameo in the movie. Bring it on.

How to watch: Coyote vs. Acme hits theaters on Aug. 28, 2026.

James Gunn and John Cena debuted the Peacemaker Season 2 trailer.

John Cena took to the Comic-Con stage in full costume to premiere the trailer for James Gunn's Peacemaker Season 2, which takes place a month after the events of Superman. The trailer reveals that Rick Flag Sr. (Frank Grillo) is hunting Chris/Peacemaker for killing Rick Flag Jr. (Joel Kinnaman) in The Suicide Squad. It also introduces multidimensional portals, promising more chaos for Chris and his crew.

Aside from the trailer reveal, Gunn made another massive Peacemaker announcement at Comic-Con. The intro song for this season will be Foxy Shazam's "Oh Lord," and it'll be accompanied by a whole new dance sequence.

How to watch: Peacemaker Season 2 hits HBO Max Aug. 21.

Interview with the Vampire teased rock god Lestat and spinoff series Talamasca.

AMC's Interview With the Vampire is switching things up for its third season, renaming itself The Vampire Lestat after the Anne Rice novel of the same name. Just like in the novel, The Vampire Lestat follows Lestat de Lioncourt (Sam Reid) as he embraces a new life as a rock star, and the above teaser showcases Reid in full rock god mode. The show's Comic-Con panel also revealed that Louis de Pointe du Lac (Jacob Anderson) would still be playing a major role in the series after Season 2, even more so than in the book.

But that's not all. AMC also offered up a teaser trailer for Talamasca: The Secret Order, a new series set in the world of Interview With the Vampire. The latter introduced the Talamasca in its second season, giving viewers a taste of the secret society that monitors the world's supernatural activity. Talamasca dives into that society head on, with a cast that includes Nicholas Denton, William Fichtner, Elizabeth McGovern, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Jason Schwartzman. Eric Bogosian also reprises his Interview With the Vampire role of Daniel Molloy, suggesting major overlap between the shows.

How to watch: The Vampire Lestat is set to premiere on AMC in 2026. Interview With the Vampire Season 1 - 2 are now streaming on AMC+. Talamasca: The Secret Order premieres Oct. 26 at 9 p.m. ET on AMC and AMC+.

UPDATE: Jul. 28, 2025, 9:40 a.m. EDT This article has been updated to include new announcements out of Comic-Con 2025.