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Season 6 of the heartbreakingly human documentary series VICE TV’s Dark Side of the Ring continues with a headfirst dive into the seismic, singular life of Leon Allen White — better known to the world (and the ring) as Big Van Vader.

In an exclusive clip from the latest episode of Dark Side of the Ring, we see the early rumblings of Vader’s transformation from a pro football player to a full-blown wrestling legend. It’s narrated by WWE and AEW star Chris Jericho with raw, firsthand insight from Vader’s son Jesse, wrestling historian Jim Cornette, and fellow pro wrestler Stan Hansen.

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Vader wasn’t just big. He was Japan’s kaiju come to life — a super heavyweight who moved like he was light on his feet but hit like a falling building. His time in Japan with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW) redefined what it meant to be terrifying in spandex. There’s a reason his name still echoes. There’s a reason fans still say it a little breathlessly: Vader was the GOAT.

If you’ve never watched Vader then please carve out an evening to check out Dark Side of the Ring. You’ll see what we mean. He was brutal. He was beautiful. He was real. Though Leon Allen White died in 2018 at the age of 63, his legacy as Vader, like his presence in the ring, remains outsized — not just for what he did but also for how unforgettable he made it look.

You can watch the full episode "Big Van Vader" on VICE TV on April 8, 10:00-11:00 PM ET or on Hulu. New episodes air weekly.

For decades, manufacturers have worked to balance their supply chains carefully. They consider factors like incentives, regulations, and penalties in the pursuit of profit.

We've never had it so easy. Modern technology provides us with so many small conveniences that it's easy to take them for granted. You can pause a live TV show, undo a mistake on your computer, or ask a smart speaker to play your favorite band without even thinking about it.

SAVE $60: As of April 8, the 40mm Samsung Galaxy Watch7 smartwatch is on sale at Best Buy for $239.99, 20% off its list price of $299.99.

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The arrival of spring is great news for those who love to spend time outdoors in the warm weather. If you've been looking for a smartwatch to help you keep up with your activities as you move outside, the 40mm Samsung Galaxy Watch7 is worth a look. What's even better is it's currently discounted right now at Best Buy.

The 40mm Samsung Galaxy Watch7 has received a $60 discount at Best Buy that's dropped its price from $299.99 to $239.99. Two different color variations are marked down to this price as well, so you can choose between the cream colored smartwatch or the green one.

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The Samsung Galaxy Watch7 offers a variety of health and fitness features that are great for helping you hit your goals. These include heart rate tracking, sleep tracking, and an Energy Score that shows how ready you are to take on the day based on stats from the previous day. It also offers Wellness Tips that can help keep you on track towards your goals.

With the weather getting warmer, there's no better time than now to pick up a smartwatch for your outdoor adventures. Don't miss out on $60 off the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 at Best Buy.

In the spirit of spring, Best Buy has some more deals that are worth checking out right now as well. One of our favorites at the moment is a big $300 discount on the iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum. If you're looking for a little spring cleaning help this year, this deal is worth taking advantage of as well.

Apple’s included macOS apps are some of the best the platform has to offer, but they’re not perfect. If you’re willing to move your life around and occasionally open your wallet, you might find better options elsewhere.

The White Lotus Season 3 finale dealt out plenty of death, but there was one character who got very lucky to escape it: Lochlan (Sam Nivola), who almost died from poison fruit seeds after he failed to clean out the blender that Timothy had nearly used to murder his family the night before.

Appearing on The Tonight Show in the clip above, Jimmy Fallon asks Nivola the question that everyone is asking: Why does Lochlan cheerfully make himself a protein shake without at least rinsing out the dregs first?

"So it's been about 12 hours and I've gotten this question probably 1,000 times already," says Nivola. "Here's my answer: I was expecting that Saxon had made a protein shake in it. I thought it was just leftover protein, so I thought you know what, a little extra protein never hurt anybody."

OK, that makes more sense.

SAVE $70: As of April 8, the Beats Solo 4 headphones are on sale at Amazon for $129.95, 35% off their list price of $199.95.

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If you're planning to spend some more time outside in the springtime sunshine, it feels good to have a reliable pair of headphones you can take out with you. If you've been on the hunt for a new pair or are just looking for an upgrade, Amazon's offering some great deals at the moment. One of our favorites we've spotted is a deal on the Beats Solo 4 headphones.

The Beats Solo 4 have received a 35% discount at Amazon, dropping their price from $199.95 to $129.95. This price matches what they were during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, so now is a good time to grab them if they've been on your radar. This offer applies to multiple colors as well, so you can choose between the matte black, black & gold, cloud pink, and slate blue headphones.

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If you love to be absorbed in the latest album releases or get lost in an exciting audiobook, the Beats Solo 4 offer a comfortable fit and up to 50 hours of battery life so you can listen for longer. On top of great sound quality, they also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking that surrounds you with sound as you listen. With this you can feel even more immersed in what you're listening to.

Amazon has the Beats Solo 4 listed as a limited time deal, so if they've caught your eye you'll want to act fast to secure them at this price.

If you're on the hunt for more headphone and earbud deals, we've found a couple of the latter that are worth a look right now. At Amazon, the Sony WF-C700N earbuds have returned to their lowest-ever price and the Beats Fit Pro are still at their reduced Big Spring Sale price there as well.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands 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 preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 8 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 8 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Out of this world

The words are titles.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are movies that share an 'out of this world' genre.

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 ScienceFiction.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for April 8

• Gravity

• Arrival

• Dune

• Alien

• Megalopolis

• ScienceFiction

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Strands.

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

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 today: Hints and answers for April 8 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's The Mini crossword answers for April 7, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

An extra.

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...

SPARE.

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.

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

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Wordle.

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.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?

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's The Mini crossword answers for April 8 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: To puncture

• Green: Heard on a walkie talkie

• Blue: Seen in the Bible

• Purple: Spelled differently than their pronunciation

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Prick

• Green: Radio lingo

• Blue: Old Testament books

• Purple: Words pronounced "Sh" without an "Sh"

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 #665 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Prick: JAB, PIERCE, POKE, STICK

• Radio lingo: COPY, NEGATIVE, OVER, ROGER

• Old Testament books: DANIEL, JOB, JUDGES, NUMBERS

• Words pronounced "Sh" without an "Sh:" SEAN, SIOBHAN, SUGAR, SURE

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? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Connections.

With stock prices cratering following Trump's tariff trade war, Jon Stewart has turned his attention to the economy.

In the Daily Show monologue above, the host breaks down everything from Trump disappearing to play a golf tournament while the economy burned down to Trump's shouty "ONLY THE WEAK WILL FAIL!" reaction on TruthSocial.

"What are you doing? Your economic policy has the same tagline as Season 3 of Squid Game," says Stewart. "That's supposed to make us feel better?"

Ultimately, Stewart makes a comparison to the crash seen during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. "And this time, there's no controversy over how it all started."

The Edifier NeoBuds Planar Wireless Earbuds weren’t the pair of wireless earbuds I was expecting them to be. On the one hand, these premium in-ears brought extra polish to tracks I’ve heard a million times over. But there were a couple of holdups that I won’t soon forget, too.

Teens on Instagram won't be able to broadcast Live to their friends without getting parental permission first, as Meta amps up youth safety features for its Teen Accounts across all its platforms.

In addition to stronger restrictions on going Live for youth under the age of 16, the platform now requires teens get parental consent to turn off content moderation filters that blur images containing suspected nudity in direct messages — adding to a suite of safety features announced last year.

And it's not just for Instagram now: The parent company will also begin rolling out Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger today (April 8). Parental supervision for Teen Accounts can be accessed on Meta's Family Center.

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Teen Accounts have quickly become Meta's flagship youth product, said Tara Hopkins, global director of public policy at Instagram. "Everything our youth teams are building is being built under our Best Interests of the Child Framework. Then it goes through a multi-framework youth review, and finally it's looked at through Teen Accounts," Hopkins explained to Mashable. "We're going to be increasingly using Teen Accounts as an umbrella, moving all of our [youth safety] settings into it. Anything that parents are adjacent to, that we think parents are going to be worried about or have questions about will be moved under Teen Accounts."

Parents can now supervise Teen Accounts on Facebook and Messenger. Credit: Meta Parents and teens will be notified of settings changes. Credit: Meta

According to Meta, more than 54 million teens have been moved into a restricted Teen Account since the initial rollout, with 97 percent of users under the age of 16 keeping the platform's default security settings. Teens 13-15 have stronger restrictions, including requiring parental permission to make any adjustments to the platform's youth accounts. Meta users aged 16 years and older have more flexibility to change their settings at will.

Meta is cleaning up its youth safety image

The company launched Teen Accounts for Instagram in September, part of an app-wide overhaul of its teen safety offerings that centralized security and content restrictions under one platform banner. Teen Accounts are automatically set to private, have limited messaging capabilities, and built-in screen time controls — Instagram also limits (but doesn't ban) ad targeting for teen users. New users are now placed into a Teen Account by default, while existing teen users are still in the process of being transferred over.

Meta said finding and transitioning existing accounts remains difficult. The company has previously stated it is developing an in-house, AI-powered technology to help detect teen accounts that have bypassed the automatic rollout or that have incorrect birthdays, in addition to current age verification processes. The effort, Hopkins explained, is part of a "more precautionary principle" taken up by the company in recent years, in order to "take off the pressure" from parents who have had to remain more vigilant in the past.

Stronger content restrictions have become a hot topic for Meta, with ongoing concerns about children being exposed to harmful or explicit content. Meta has spent years reconciling demands to curb widespread misinformation and harassment across its platforms.

But while Meta cracks down on youth endangerment, the company has reversed course on content moderation and safety generally, including slashing its third-party fact-checking team, cutting DEI programs, and gutting its hateful conduct policy.

SAVE $15: As of April 8, the Kindle Essentials Bundle - which comes with a 2024 matcha colored Kindle, a matcha colored fabric cover, and a power adapter - is on sale for $146.97. This is 9% off its listed price of $161.97.

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If you're an avid reader, a Kindle can be a great investment to work through some exciting new books. I picked up the standard Kindle last year and have really enjoyed getting stuck in fun new stories ever since. If you've been hoping to grab one, we've got good news: you can save on the Kindle Essentials Bundle right now at Amazon.

The Kindle Essentials Bundle comes with a matcha colored Kindle (the latest release), a matcha colored fabric cover, and a power adapter for $146.97. This is $15 off its listed price of $161.97, which is how much it would cost you to buy each of those items separately. It's a nice little deal to take advantage of, setting you up with everything you need to start your reading adventure.

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If you're frequently on the go, this Kindle is the perfect size to come with you. No matter where I'm going I've been able to fit it perfectly into a purse or backpack. It boasts a six-inch, glare-free screen and an extra-long battery life that can last you up to six weeks. It also has 16GB of storage so you can stock up on a huge variety of books to fill up your digital library.

With the weather getting warmer, now's a great time to pick up a Kindle and spend some time reading outside. Don't miss out on this deal on the Kindle Essentials Bundle to get everything you need all at once.

There are a few more deals on Amazon devices that are worth checking out right now as well. In particular, you can also score a great discount at the moment on the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K if you're looking to upgrade your streaming setup.

SAVE $50: As of April 8, ASUS ROG Falchion NX Wireless Gaming Keyboard is available for $99.99 at Amazon. That’s 33% off its regular price of $149.99.

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If I ever disappear into the mechanical keyboard subreddit and don’t come back, just know it all started with ASUS ROG Falchion NX. It’s a wireless 65% mechanical keyboard that somehow manages to cram arrow keys, nav keys, and a weirdly addictive touch panel into a compact frame — and right now, it’s $50 off at Amazon.

This thing is selling for $99.99 instead of its usual $149.99, which feels like a setup. As in, I'm being tempted by my own typing preferences. The model on sale uses ASUS’s NX Red linear switches, which are smooth, fast, and feel exactly like you'd expect from a keyboard that looks like it costs rent. (In this case, it costs significantly less than rent, and I’m not mad about it.)

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The interactive touch panel on the side is the kind of gimmick I’d normally ignore, except it’s actually good. You can slide your finger to adjust volume, flip through apps, or just fidget with it while pretending you’re doing something productive. There's also per-key RGB lighting, because it’s 2025 and we’ve all accepted that our peripherals should glow like rave flyers.

It connects wirelessly over 2.4GHz RF or via USB, with up to 450 hours of battery life if you’re cool with turning the lights off. I’m not, but still — that’s an absurd number. You also get doubleshot PBT keycaps and a carrying case that doubles as a keyboard protector. It’s almost like ASUS knew I’d be tempted to toss this in a bag for no good reason.

• Price: $99.99 $149.99

• Retailer: Amazon

• Color Options: Black

• Keyboard Layout: 65% compact (68 keys)

• Switch Type: ROG NX Red linear mechanical switches

• Keycaps: Doubleshot PBT

• Connectivity: USB wired and 2.4GHz wireless

• Battery Life: Up to 450 hours (with RGB off)

• Features: Interactive touch panel, per-key RGB with Wireless Aura Sync

• Extras: Includes keyboard cover case for travel/protection

I think this is one of the better sub-$100 mechanical keyboard deals I’ve seen in a while. It’s flashy without being ridiculous, compact without sacrificing function, and durable enough to handle rage-typing during a sweaty Apex match.

SAVE $25: As of April 8, ASUS ROG Spatha X Wireless Gaming Mouse is available for $124.99 at Amazon. That’s 17% off its regular price of $149.99.

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I’ll admit it: I used to think “more buttons” on a mouse was just a flex for MMORPG players who assign macros like their life depends on it. Then I claw gripped an ASUS ROG Spatha X, and now I’m a convert. With 12 programmable buttons, a 19,000 DPI sensor, and a ridiculously slick magnetic charging stand, this mouse isn’t just overkill — it’s the kind of overkill I crave.

Right now, it’s 17 percent off at Amazon, bringing the price down to $124.99. Still a premium mouse, yes, but considering what’s packed into it, I think it’s a fair price for something that basically moonlights as a spaceship.

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Let’s start with the basics. It works wired or wireless, and the 2.4GHz RF connection doesn’t make me rage about lag. It’s responsive, fast, and precise. The optical sensor can crank up to 19,000 DPI, which is more than I’ll probably ever need, but I do enjoy the power trip. Plus, you can adjust DPI on the fly with a scroll-wheel toggle. No software menus. No nonsense.

I’m also a fan of how it charges. You get a magnetic dock that feels like it belongs on a sci-fi movie set. And the battery life? Sixty-seven hours on a full charge. Or just plug it in for 15 minutes and you’ve got 12 hours of juice. I have houseplants with a more demanding care routine.

• Price: $124.99 $149.99

• Retailer: Amazon

• Color Options: Black

• Connectivity: Dual-mode (USB-C and 2.4GHz wireless)

• DPI Sensor: 19,000 DPI optical sensor

• Buttons: 12 programmable buttons

• Switches: ROG Micro Switches with hot-swap sockets

• Charging: Magnetic charging stand and USB-C cable

• Battery Life: Up to 67 hours on full charge; 12 hours with 15-minute quick charge

• Special Features: On-the-fly DPI adjustment, Aura RGB lighting

The button layout is honestly ideal if you’re into MOBAs or just hate reaching for hotkeys. And the hot-swap switch sockets mean you can swap out the mouse switches without breaking out the soldering iron. I haven’t done it yet, but knowing I could if I wanted to? Love that for me.

All that plus customizable Aura RGB lighting, because of course. If your mouse isn’t glowing like a nightclub, are you even gaming?

SAVE $20: As of April 8, ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless Gaming Headphones are available for $79.99 at Amazon. That’s 20% off their regular $99.99 price.

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A solid pair of gaming earbuds with real features for under $80? I think I just found the unicorn of wireless audio. ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless Gaming Headphones are currently 20 percent off at Amazon, knocking the price down to $79.99 from the usual $99.99. For earbuds that look sleek, sound sharp, and somehow cater to both casual listeners and sweaty-thumbed gamers, this feels like a rare moment of capitalist kindness.

What I like most is that these earbuds aren’t trying too hard. They just do the thing. Gaming mode gives you low-latency audio so your Fortnite jump scares sync up with the chaos on screen. No audio delay to ruin your perfectly-timed shotgun blast. And the hybrid active noise cancelation actually works, so I can block out my neighbor’s dog (who has apparently discovered barking as a new lifestyle).

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Then there’s the battery life. ASUS claims up to 27 hours total with the case, which is either a tech miracle or a subtle reminder that I need to stop binge-watching Twitch streams. The wireless charging case is also a win — I’ve reached the point where plugging things in feels like too much effort, and this setup respects that.

These earbuds are compatible with everything from the PlayStation 5 to your phone, so I don’t have to commit to one ecosystem. I can rage-quit a game on my Switch, pick up a call on my iPhone, then watch YouTube on my laptop without switching gear. That’s the kind of chaos I aspire to.

• Price: $79.99 $99.99

• Retailer: Amazon

• Color Options: White, Black

• Form Factor: In-ear

• Connectivity: Bluetooth with low-latency gaming mode

• Battery Life: Up to 27 hours with charging case

• Charging: Supports wireless and USB-C charging

• Noise Cancelation: Hybrid active noise cancelation (ANC)

• Water Resistance: IPX4-rated (splash-resistant)

• Compatibility: PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices

And in case you’re wondering: yes, they’re also water-resistant. IPX4 won’t save you if you drop them in a lake, but it’ll handle a drizzle or some gym sweat without issue. Not that I’ve been to a gym in months, but it’s nice to pretend.

For $79.99, I don’t think you’ll find another pair of gaming earbuds this feature-packed. Unless you count the knockoff ones that sound like they were tuned inside a tin can. I say skip the drama and snag the ROG Cetras while they’re marked down.

SAVE $200 : As of April 8, the Google Pixel 9 is on sale for $699.99 at Amazon. That's a 22% savings on the list price.

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Amazon's Daily Deals is the perfect place for discounts and deals. You'll find lots of great bargains on anything from TVs to smartphones. But we really love this latest deal on the Google Pixel 9. It's a great all-rounder — just check out our review to see what we thought.

As of April 8, you can find this model at Amazon for 22% off, now just $699.99. This deal is for the 256GB option is available across all colorways.

This smartphone includes a 6.3-inch OLED display with vibrant colors as well as the latest Google Tensor chip for fast, non-laggy performance. It has dual rear cameras to take incredible pictures, both in bright and low light.

This model also features Gemini, Google's next-generation AI technology. It offers assistance with tools including advanced photo editing such as Magic Eraser and Face Unblur, enhanced voice recognition for dictation, and Google Assistant capabilities. It also uses real-time translation to allow for seamless language support in messaging or live conversations, and it even powers predictive text.

Head to Amazon to upgrade now.

SAVE $20: As of April 8, the Amazon Fire Stick 4K is on sale at Amazon for $29.99. That's a 40% discount on the list price.

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We're big fans of Amazon's Fire Stick here at Mashable. Big things come in small packages, as they say, and this nifty little device can turn nearly any TV into a smart TV for much less than buying something outright. It's a streaming device that plugs into your TV (or laptop) and lets you access platforms, including Prime Video, Netflix, Hulu, and more. It comes with a remote with Alexa built-in and is currently less than $30.

As of April 8, the newest model of the Fire Stick 4K is reduced by 40%, now priced at just $20.99.

And there's no complicated setup for this device. These handy remotes are so simple to use that anyone can do it. Just pop the device into your TV's HDMI port, and that's it. You'll have instant access to a range of streaming platforms as well as many live channels.

And with the Fire Stick 4K, you can enjoy incredible 4K Ultra HD visuals with advanced HDR formats like Dolby Vision and HDR10+. This model also boasts a much more powerful processor and enhanced Dolby Atmos support than its predecessor, ensuring a smoother performance and better quality sound.

This deal is only available for a limited time, so move fast so you don't miss out.

SAVE $320: As of April 8, the Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $379.99 at Amazon. This saves you 46% on the list price.

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Anything that reduces your chore list is a plus in our book, so we're big fans of robot vacuums. With that being said, you need to check out this latest deal on this Shark Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo.

As of April 8, you can take home this impressive model for $320 less than usual, now $379.99.

This is a great vacuum because it doesn't just pick up dirt; it mops your floors, too. It uses Sonic Mopping to scrub hard floors 100 times per minute, and if you know it's about to encounter an extra deep stain, head to the app and initiate Matrix Mop to get 50% better stain cleaning in certain spots.

It is also equipped with an impressive precision matrix grid, meaning it takes multiple passes over dirt and debris to ensure it is all removed. And the smart features don't end there: the CleanEdge Detect system uses blasts of air and corner recognition to remove debris from edges and corners pulling the debris into the cleaning path. Plus, there's no need to manually map out the path for this vacuum because it uses 360-degree LiDAR vision to learn your space, detect obstacles, and pick up dirt.

Like all high-end vacuums worth shouting about, this machine self-empties, self-charges, and holds up to 60 days' worth of dirt, limiting your work even further. The base is bagless, so it is both useful and environmentally friendly as it eliminates the need for waste bags.

This is only a limited-time deal at Amazon, so act quickly so you don't miss out.