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Prime Day is over, but Bose Ultra Open Earbuds are still $100 off at Amazon

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:55

SAVE $100: The Bose Ultra Open earbuds are on sale at Amazon after Prime Day for $199, down from the normal price of $299. Matching the record low price, that works out to a 33% discount.

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We're officially past Prime Day now. But if you know Amazon, then you know some of the best deals are still live. So, if you're in need of fresh earbuds, you're in luck.

As of June 27, the Bose Ultra Open earbuds are still on sale at Amazon for $199, a cool $100 discount from their usual price of $299. This matches the earbuds' record-low price at Amazon. Multiple Mashable reporters have tested these buds, and they've received a unanimous recommendation so far. In fact, this innovative product helped push open earbuds into the mainstream, inspiring a host of imitators. Like bone-conduction products, they also keep you in tune with your surroundings, which makes them popular with runners and athletes.

Open earbuds are a bit of a hybrid design. They're great for people who don't like the feel of something plugging their ears up but also don't like the feel of headphones. Instead, open earbuds sit on the outside of the ear, and according to Mashable's guide to the best open earbuds, the Bose Ultra Open are the best choice if you value comfort and sound.

SEE ALSO: Need new earbuds? AirPods, Bose, and Sony are still sitting at Prime Day prices after the sale

RJ Andersen's review of the Bose Ultra Open earbuds explains that some of the highlights include excellent battery life, comfort, and sound quality that's better than expected.

Before this Prime Day price expires, snag the Bose Ultra Open earbuds for $199. They're the perfect fit for hot summer days.

Best Prime Day deals still live

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $329.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds   — $199.00 (List Price $249.00)

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Why your Amazon Fire TV Stick keeps buffering—and 5 fixes that actually work

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:54

Few things can ruin a Stranger Things binge quicker than buffering. It happens from time to time on a Fire TV Stick. It's often a temporary glitch, but if it keeps happening, you'll want to try out these steps to fix it.

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We found 15+ Prime Day headphones deals still available at Amazon: Shop Bose, Sony, and Marshall

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:48
The top post-Prime Day headphones deals: Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $378 (save $81.99) Get Deal Best Headphones Under $200 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $179.55 (save $120.44) Get Deal Best Bose headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179 (save $180) Get Deal Best open earbuds deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 (save $51.99) Get Deal Best Headphones Under $100 Beats Solo 4 On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones $99.95 (save $100) Get Deal Most fashionable headphones Marshall Major V On-Ear Headphones $89.99 (save $80) Get Deal Best Earbuds Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal

Amazon's twelfth annual Prime Day sale ended on Friday, June 16, but a surprising amount of deals on headphones are still available as of this writing. So, as we head deeper into the post-Prime Day weekend, you still have some time to save on popular headphones from Sony, Bose, Beats, Sennheiser, and more top audio brands. Unfortunately, the popular $399 deal on the Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones is completely sold out — womp, womp.

SEE ALSO: Amazon Prime Day is here: We found 75+ deals on Apple, Sony, Kindle, and Lego favorites

If you procrastinated on your Prime Day shopping, you can still find tons of our favorite headphones on sale at Amazon, including the latest flagship noise-cancelling headphones. Both the Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) headphones are still on sale, as are the mid-range Bose QuietComfort headphones and Sennheiser Momentum 4.

Looking for deals on wireless earbuds? We've included some earbuds (including a lingering deal on the Apple AirPods Pro 3) in this shopping guide, but we also have an in-depth guide to the best Prime Day earbuds deals that are still live.

Please note: Products marked with a ✅ have been tested by a member of the Mashable team.

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones ✅ $179 at Amazon
$359 Save $180   Get Deal

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort headphones.

If we had to recommend just one post-Prime Day headphones deal, this would be it. The popular mid-range Bose QuietComfort headphones offer impressive active noise cancellation. On top of that, they have Bose's signature comfortable fit, with a battery life and comfy design that support all-day wear. Down to an all-time low price of $179, you can pick up these cans in a variety of colors.

More headphones deals Best earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) ✅ $249 at Amazon
$299 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) earbuds.

The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are some of the best I've tried, but even at their sale price, they're a hefty investment. While the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds don't quite match up in sound quality, they still have some of the best noise cancellation available, and are the most comfortable earbuds I've ever tried. For $249 (normally $299), or roughly $17 less, they're the deal to beat this Prime Day.

More earbuds deals Best open earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony LinkBuds Clip ✅ $179 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $50.99   Get Deal

Read our full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

Bose was the near-undisputed champion of open earbuds with top-notch sound — that is, until the Sony LinkBuds Clip came along. In my head-to-head testing of the earbuds, I found that while the Bose Ultra Open buds can get louder (an important feature in open earbuds), the clarity and detail of the sound in the Sony buds surpassed that of the Bose. Even though their price discrepancy is only $20 this Prime Day, the sub-$200 price point on the Sony earbuds is hard to pass up.

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Samsung's Secure Folder does something most people miss—run two instances of any app

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:45

Secure Folder is an old Samsung feature that most people probably don’t think they need. It sounds like something for CEOs or spies. However, there’s one part of Secure Folder that often gets overlooked, and it can be useful to anyone.

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This 10-minute USB project completely changed how I fix broken PCs

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:26

One of the most universal experiences that I'm sure computer geeks can relate to is that friends and family approach us whenever they have a computer problem. As my family's designated IT guy, I hear cries for help on a monthly basis.

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The 2027 Chevy Silverado is practically a GMC Sierra—here's what still sets them apart

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:16

The Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra have always shared a platform and a family of engines, but they have been aimed at different buyers. In so many words, they are similar trucks but not exactly the same. It might be said that the Silverado handled the volume, reaching a wider swath of everyday buyers, while the Sierra leaned more toward the premium side.

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We found the best Prime Day earbuds deals that are still live: Save on Apple, Bose, and Nothing buds

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:16
The best Prime Day earbud deals that are still live: Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal Best Bose Deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) $249 (save $50) Get Deal Best workout deal Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $179.95 (save $70.04) Get Deal Best Sony deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 (save $51.99) Get Deal Best Budget Earbuds Nothing CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds $39 at Amazon (save $10) Get Deal Best Mid-Range Earbuds Apple AirPods 4 $99 (save $30) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is over (it officially ended on Friday, June 26), but some of the best wireless earbuds are still on sale for a little while longer. If you're still searching for the perfect pair of noise-cancelling earbuds for your next flight, open earbuds for training this summer, or just a cheap pair of buds to replace your lost AirPods, there's definitely a leftover deal waiting for you.

We've combed through the best Prime Day earbuds deals still live, tracking prices across retailers. As we head into the post-Prime Day weekend, we're still seeing discounts on the Apple AirPods Pro 3, the Sony XM6 noise-cancelling earbuds, as well as budget options like the Soundcore P30i earbuds. Once again, Prime Day (and the days after) is proving to be one of the best — if not the best — times to pick up a new pair of earbuds.

Below, we've rounded up all the best Prime Day wireless earbud deals you can still grab even though the sale is over.

Looking for over-ear headphones? Check out our guide to the best still-live Prime Day headphones deals. And be sure to follow along with all other categories and deals in Mashable's Prime Day hub as we track the best leftover sales.

Best Prime Day earbuds deal still live Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at Walmart
$249 Save $50   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 dropped down to a record low price of $179 ahead of Prime Day, but then the price dropped even lower before the sale's official start. According to the price tracker camelcamelcamel, the Pro 3 buds got down to $169 at Amazon, but in the final hours of the sale, that specific deal left. You can still find them for $179 and in stock at Amazon.

More Prime Day earbuds dealsBest open earbuds deal after Prime Day Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $51.99   Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

The Sony LinkBuds Clip give the ultra-popular Bose Ultra Open earbuds a run for their money. In my head-to-head testing of the two pairs of earbuds, I found that while the Bose buds generally lean louder, the Sony earbuds have a more detailed sound profile, making for an overall superior listening experience. They also have a longer battery life, delivering nine hours per charge, while the Bose earbuds deliver seven.

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Prime Day is over: We found 50+ deals still live on our Apple, Ninja, Lego, Sony, and DJI favorites

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:02
A quick look at the best Prime Day deals still live: Best Apple deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Get Deal Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon (save $201.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal Best Competitor Deal Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker $179 at Walmart (save $120) Get Deal New price drop! LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV $1,099.99 at Amazon (save $297) Get Deal Best Deal Under $10 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 with code FTVSELECT (save $20) Get Deal Best Power Station Deal Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station, 1,800W $399.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best Open Earbuds Deal Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best post-Prime Day Gaming Deal Nintendo Switch 2 'Choose Your Game' bundle $499 at Amazon (1 game included with purchase) Get Deal

Prime Day 2026 is officially in the rearview mirror, folks. The sale wrapped up at 2:59 a.m. ET on Friday, June 26, but if you thought you missed your chance, you're in luck. A surprising number of discounts are still live for the weekend, including price drops on Apple, Bose, DJI, Dyson, and Samsung products. As of this writing, even the top Prime Day deals on 65-inch OLED TVs are still live.

Note that Apple recently announced price increases on MacBooks and iPads, so taking advantage of these lingering lower prices is a smart move while you still can. (MacBooks are almost completely sold out at Amazon already.)

SEE ALSO: The 55+ best Prime Day tech deals, chosen by a tech editor on a tight budget

We're also tracking prices at alternative Prime Day sales from Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and beyond, so we'll be sure to point you toward the lowest possible price, even if it's not at Amazon. And as per usual, we're using price-tracking tools like camelcamelcamel to separate the great deals from the great pretenders. Finally, you can follow our live blog for the most up-to-date price drops, news, and stock alerts, or check out our Prime Day hub for all of our coverage.

Deals marked with a ✅ are Mashable editor favorites, and deals marked with a 🔥 are at an all-time low price.

Best Prime Day Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) ✅ 🔥 $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal

We're obviously still hunting for the best lingering Apple deals this weekend, and right now, the entire Apple Watch lineup is sitting at some of its lowest prices. That means you can save $120 on the Apple Watch Series 11, a Mashable Choice product. In his review, Mashable's Stan Schroeder said, "the Apple Watch Series 11 isn't all that different from last year's model, but it has a significantly longer battery life, and that's a huge deal." It's never been cheaper before.

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Please note: Apple increased iPad prices on June 25. As a result, many Prime Day iPad deals are sold out.

MacBook deals

Please note: Apple increased MacBook prices on June 25. As a result, most MacBooks are now sold out at Amazon; however, you can still find select configurations of the MacBook Neo at Best Buy and Walmart.

Best Prime Day headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones ✅ 🔥 $198 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal

The best lingering deal on headphones goes to the Sony WH-1000XM5s, an older pair of flagship cans that we still love and recommend. "They [have] unbeatable ANC and sound for the money, and even in 2026, they sound shockingly good," writes Bethany Allard, our resident headphones expert. Normally $399.99, they're still available for $198 — 50% off, and their lowest price ever.

More headphones dealsMore earbuds dealsBest Prime Day DJI deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 🔥 $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal

DJI's entire fleet of gadgets is still on sale, and this deal on its DJI Mini 3 is a standout. Amazon has it discounted to $269, or 36% off — its lowest price ever. (It was $30 more expensive during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in March.) This lightweight entry-level drone can shoot 4K video and fly for almost 40 minutes on a single charge.

Keep in mind that, thanks to the U.S. drone ban and DJI's problems with the FCC, the company's drones and new releases are sold through third-party sellers on Amazon. Not only that, but now that we're mostly through Prime Day, many DJI drones are out of stock.

More DJI drone dealsDJI camera dealsDJI creator tools on saleBest Prime Day kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker $190.07 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $29.92   Get Deal

The Ninja Creami ice cream maker is a cult favorite, and also a personal favorite of our shopping team. Mashable reporter Samantha Mangino called this appliance a lot of fun in her review, and a sweltering hot summer is exactly the right time to try it. Grab one while it's on sale and discover why TikTok is still obsessed with this device.

More kitchen dealsBest Prime Day home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Aiper Aiper Scuba S1 Robotic Smart Pool Cleaner 🔥 $549 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $350.99 New release Get Deal

Aiper's new S1 is a smart robot pool cleaner, and it is currently the No. 1 new release in its category at Amazon. That might have something to do with its extended weekend discount. For a little while longer, you can save 39% on this device, which is designed to keep your pool clean. This home robot features 11 different sensors, and you can control it directly via the Aiper app.

More Prime Day home dealsBest Prime Day speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Soundlink Flex Bluetooth Speaker 🔥 $99 at Amazon
$149 Save $50   Get Deal

Bose offered some seriously solid price drops during the main event, and luckily, a few of those discounts are still hanging around for the weekend. You can still grab up to 50% off select headphones and 34% off Bluetooth speakers — including the Soundlink Flex. We've actually reviewed the Soundlink lineup here at Mashable, and the Flex is a waterproof, portable speaker that delivers clear, loud sound without hogging space in your bag. It's a very practical plus-one for whatever summer plans you've got left.

More speaker dealsBest Prime Day TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV ✅ 🔥 $1,099.99 at Amazon
$1,396.99 Save $297 New price drop! Get Deal

During the actual Prime Day event, we were pointing folks toward the discount on the Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED TV. But thanks to an extra $100 price drop on the LG C5 Series OLED TV that carried over into the weekend, we have a new top TV pick. LG's C Series models feature bright, crisp displays, and this 65-inch version is currently sitting at its lowest recorded price.

More TV dealsSoundbar dealsProjector dealsBest Prime Day robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop 🔥 $449.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $350   Get Deal

Mashable's resident vacuum guru, Leah Stodart, named the Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop the best affordable vacuum-and-mop combo. Despite its budget price, Stodart says it's the most heavy-duty robot mop you'll find, delivering spotless cleans. Get the Eufy C28 for just $449.99. That's the vacuum's lowest price ever, offering $350 in savings.

More robot vacuum and mop combo dealsMore vacuum dealsBest Prime Day Lego deal Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon $67.99 at Walmart
$84.99 Save $17   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon

No guide to the best Prime Day deals would be complete without some great offers on Lego. And according to our biggest Lego nerds, this is the top discount of the sale so far.

We love Star Wars Lego sets, and the Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon is down to $67.99, down from $84.99. That's a 20% discount! And if you're looking for more Lego sets, check out our complete guide to the best Prime Day Lego deals.

More Lego dealsBest Prime Day fitness tracker deal Oura Ring 4 ✅ 🔥 $214.70 at Amazon
$349 Save $134.30   Get Deal at Amazon

Multiple Mashable team members have tested (and loved) the Oura Ring 4. While it's recently been replaced by the slightly thinner Oura Ring 5, we're big fans of this smart ring. One of our former reporters even wore this ring while training for and then running the New York City marathon.

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Note: For Apple Watch deals, scroll back to the Apple section of this story.

Best free Prime Day deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Audible Standard Free for 3 months + $20 credit Get Deal

Amazon almost always offers free limited-time subscriptions to its own services, like Audible, Kindle Unlimited, and Amazon Music Unlimited. This year, its Audible deal is the best lingering Prime Day freebie you can get. New and returning subscribers get three free months of an Audible Standard subscription, plus a free $20 credit to spend on audiobooks.

More free (or almost free Prime Day deals)Best Prime Day streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: HBO HBO Max Save 40% on annual subscriptions Get Deal

If you've been feeling left out of the House of the Dragon or Hacks hype, this is easily the best week of the year to sign up for HBO Max — it even beats Black Friday, in terms of how many tiers get the discount. The HBO Max deal makes annual subscriptions 40% cheaper than usual. Pay $78.99 for a year of the Basic With Ads tier, $132.99 for a year of the Standard tier, or $164.99 for a year of the Premium tier.

More streaming dealsBest Prime Day gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 'Choose Your Game' Bundle $499 at Amazon
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This Nintendo Switch 2 bundle isn't technically a Prime Day deal, but that just means you still have plenty of time to take advantage of it. The Switch 2 console is set to get a price hike in September, and this bundle is the best way to save a little money on the gaming system. You can bundle one of three popular Nintendo games with the Switch 2, helping you save about $30.

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Still haven't found what you're looking for? Check out our Prime Day 2026 live blog, where we're providing real-time updates on the latest deals, inventory changes, and competitor sales.

UPDATE: Jun. 27, 2026, 11:00 a.m. EDT We've updated this guide with the latest deals still live after Prime Day 2026.

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Motorola is beating Samsung at its own game, and my Galaxy phone is officially retired

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 17:00

Samsung phones outsell other Android phones by a large margin, and it isn't even close—but Samsung's advantages have started to erode, so much so that I'd contend the company is no longer making the best Android phones.

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Twitchs CEO says passive scrolling cant beat the community of live streaming

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:54

If there's one thing Twitch CEO Dan Clancy wants people to know about what makes Twitch special, it's that the live streaming site is all about community.

"Social media, interestingly, has become anti-social," Clancy said during a fireside chat titled, Why Live is the Future of Connection: From Passive Scrolling to Real Connection at VidCon 2026. "It started as a technology that connected us with people, but now sitting and swiping actually leaves you a little more isolated. It doesn't make you feel connected, and that's why live is coming on strong now."

So what is it about Twitch that fosters community? According to Clancy, the platform encourages people to stay with their streamer for longer than the seconds they might spend with someone on TikTok. When a streamer takes some time off, their audience notices their absence in a way they might not with a TikTok creator. And then there's the magic of reacting to the same content with the rest of the chat in real-time.

Dan Clancy on stage at VidCon 2026. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

"People often think sports are about watching the world's best athletes. It's not about that at all. It's about community, right? It's about shared identity," he said during the talk. "Twitch actually is the same thing where the affinity that you're gathering around is a streamer, but then you form these bonds horizontally, so the same thing that happens in sports is exactly what happens on Twitch."

Still, creating community can come with its challenges.

Creator discoverability on Twitch is lacking, but that might change

Clancy encouraged creators to use more than one platform, noting that Twitch content often finds its way onto other platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

"Use short form for discovery [and] use long form to build an emotional connection and to earn a living," Clancy said during his talk.

Still, smaller- to midsize streamers have long struggled with a lack of discoverability on the platform itself, as it doesn't push algorithmic recommendations nearly as aggressively as YouTube or TikTok. Clancy told Mashable that's by design.

SEE ALSO: YouTube adds more TikTok-like features to Shorts

"If I said, I'm going to solve the discovery problem, the only way I could fully solve it is by taking them off your page, putting more stuff on your page to distract them, more stuff to get them away from you. And that is exactly what our creators don't want," Clancy said.

Still, he acknowledged a desire for some kind of fix. He shared that Twitch is working on bringing short-form content to the platform in a way that makes sense, by investing in a feature called Recaps. Clancy described it as an evolution of Twitch's existing story feature, intended to show users clips from recent streams that the streamer selects after going live.

"I think the thing that will benefit our creators the most is if the creators are able to easily create short form and viewers are watching it more on Twitch," he said to Mashbale.

How generative AI fits into the Twitch ecosystem

During his talk on stage, Clancy responded to concerns about AI, saying that while Twitch has a plan in place if AI channels run more rampant, for the time being, it's limited to a handful that are clearly identifiable as AI, and in his opinion, not engaging enough to hold a viewer's attention for the same amount of time as a human creator can.

When speaking to Mashable, Clancy also pointed to the ways AI can be leveraged to improve the viewer experience, saying a large language model could improve upon the existing AutoMod feature, which automatically flags and holds potentially inappropriate messages in a streamer's chat.

The creators of Twitch are growing beyond gamers

At its core, Twitch is an entertainment platform. While traditionally that was rooted in gaming, over the years it's become more and more common for artists, musicians, actors, and even animal sanctuaries to find a home on the platform. Clancy said the shift in the user base over time has been like "night and day."

"Now, when I meet an actor, musician, almost 70 percent of the time when they hear I'm the CEO of Twitch, they go, 'Oh, yeah, I've been thinking I should do something.'"

Safety concerns ahead of the next TwitchCon

Community, however, doesn't work without safety. Last year, Twitch faced backlash after streamer Emiru was assaulted at last year's TwitchCon. Prior to the convention's start, major streamers like Hasan Piker, Valkyrae, and QTCinderella said they would not be attending the conference due to safety concerns. Ahead of this year's conference, Clancy assured that Twitch has measures in place to prevent any future incidents.

"We've updated how we do meet and greets so that they're more structured. We don't allow signups on the day of; you have to reserve a spot. So that restricts it a little bit, but it restricts us in a way to protect the creators," he told Mashable. "So I feel very confident about where we're at right now, in terms of our ability to make sure something like that doesn't happen again."

Mashable is reporting live from VidCon 2026 in Anaheim. Follow our coverage for creator interviews, panel highlights, and the biggest moments from the convention floor.

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I turned a Raspberry Pi into a physical "internet pause button" for my home network

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:45

Between my desktop, laptop, phone, and veritable zoo of other smart, internet-connected devices, it feels like I'm constantly online. To more easily log off, I built a one-push internet switch that functionally disconnects almost every device on my network from the internet instantly.

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Trump is threatening a 100% tariff on European goods. Again.

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:31

If you're starting to get a sense of déjà vu over Trump tariff headlines, you're not alone.

For the second time this month, President Donald Trump has threatened a 100 percent tariff on European goods to pressure foreign nations to back off on digital service taxes imposed on American tech companies operating overseas.

SEE ALSO: 3 Apple products that did not increase in price

Trump posted the threat to Truth Social, writing:

“Numerous European Countries have been discussing the imminent implementation of a Digital Services Tax on American Companies. Some of these Countries are close to actually doing this. Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America. This TARIFF will supersede Trade Deals made with the Country, whether implemented, signed, or not. Additionally, the 100% TARIFF will be immediately imposed, if they proceed. Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

Earlier this month, the President specifically threatened to impose tariffs on French wine imports unless the country dropped a standing 3 percent levy on local revenue generated by tech companies like Apple and Google. Trump reportedly delivered the threat directly to outgoing French President Emmanuel Macron before the international G7 summit.

So far, only Canada has caved to Trump's ongoing digital service tariff tactic, dropping their levy last year. But the Trump administration has since lost some strength in the global arena, experts say, following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to curb Trump's power to issue reciprocal tariffs.

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Google's new AI Studio can build Android apps now, and the results are surprisingly functional

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:30

Building a system-level Android utility requires massive local SDK installations and hours of coding. However, Google’s recent AI Studio revamp introduced native, browser-based Android app building capabilities. I decided to test this new "vibe coding" workflow to see if it could actually build, test, and deploy a complex app from a single prompt.

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Claude Mythos 5 is back, but only for a select group of US institutions

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:21

Two weeks after the Trump administration forced Anthropic to pull its most powerful AI models, the government has partially lifted the block with some strings attached.

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The US government has allowed Anthropic to restore access to Claude Mythos 5 for more than 100 American companies and government agencies, according to Semafor, marking a significant de-escalation in a tense standoff between the Trump administration and one of the AI industry's most prominent labs.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick informed Anthropic in a letter Friday that adequate safeguards were in place to permit access for a defined list of trusted partners, Semafor reported. Lutnick also noted that Anthropic has committed to working with the government on future model protocols and releases.

The partial restoration comes roughly two weeks after the administration issued export controls ordering Anthropic to suspend all access to both Mythos 5 and Claude Fable 5 — its publicly available counterpart — for any foreign nationals, including Anthropic's own employees.

In our reporting on the pull-down, the government cited national security concerns without providing specifics. While Anthropic said it believed officials had been shown a method to jailbreak Fable 5, the company characterized the vulnerabilities as relatively minor and noted other models could surface the same issues.

Fable 5 remains offline for now. Semafor reports that people close to the talks say a path toward restoring it is taking shape, but no timeline has been confirmed.

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6 beloved movies and shows that started out as surprise online viral hits

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:15

Streaming is not the only technological development that has impacted pop culture, as online communities and viral trends have paved the way for several small productions to earn mainstream success. Online communities have allowed small artists to make the leap from niche creator to partnering with major studios to bring their tales to wider audiences.

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External hard drives feel painfully slow, but a $5 cable might be the real culprit

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 16:00

Let's face it: hard drives are never that fast to begin with, but if yours is an external drive, it might be slower for a particular reason. While it's true that a mechanical HDD is never going to beat one of the most expensive SSDs (or any SSDs, period), it can still be a great option for bulk storage -- provided you give it the right tools to work with.

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The best Nintendo Switch deals still live after Prime Day: Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game bundle

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 15:56
The best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals: Best Nintendo Switch Deal Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon (save $29.99) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch game deal The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition $59.99 at Amazon (Save $20) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch accessory deal 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $55.98 at Amazon (Save $14.01) Get Deal Best Nintendo eShop deal $50 eGift Cards (4-Pack) $179.99 (save $20) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day may have ended, but there are plenty of deals still on offer for anyone with a Nintendo Switch on their wishlist. Several of our favorite Switch and Switch 2 games and accessories are discounted right now, with more to come.

The four-day sale kicked off with a wide selection of goodies to claim, and a bundle with the actual console itself is available. The Switch 2 turns 1 this month and is set for a price increase to $499.99 on Sept. 1 rather than a cut, so grabbing a bundle now is your best window to beat the hike. Otherwise, the real savings you'll find right now are on games and accessories.

Ready to shop? We've curated the best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals still live after Prime Day. We'll keep this guide updated as the sale goes on, so keep checking back to find the best Switch and Switch 2 discounts like the ones below.

You can also visit our Prime Day 2026 hub for all the latest updates and price drops or our live blog for the most up-to-date deals, news, and stock alerts.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch deal Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon
  Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

While technically not a "deal" in the sense that you'll save money for Prime Day, this bundle is a good way to pick up both a Nintendo Switch 2 and the game of your choice out of a decent selection. You get the console itself, Joy-Con controllers, and games like Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Kart World, and Donkey Kong Bananza with the bundle, so you can get started playing right away. With a 7.9-inch LCD touch screen, three play modes, and backward compatibility with most Nintendo Switch titles, it's well worth picking up, especially given the price hike coming in September.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch 2 game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Switch 2 Edition $59.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $20.00   Get Deal

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is one of the best Switch games ever made, and that's saying a lot considering the same thing can be said about its predecessor, Breath of the Wild. Link is on a new journey to find Princess Zelda while saving Hyrule once again from Ganondorf. The Switch 2 version has a few exclusive features, including the Zelda Notes, which gives you an in-game strategy guide, as well as new stories from existing characters.

Best Prime Day Nintendo Switch accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller $51.28 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $18.71   Get Deal Why we like it

This Pro Controller alternative is much cheaper at the moment, and it'll get the job done with style and panache. It has special joysticks with better precision, higher sensitivity, and improved durability, so no matter what game you're into, you know it'll feel great to play. It also features an integrated charging dock so you can always stay charged up, no matter what kind of schedule you keep. Plus, it has a slew of customizable features you can change up for different games, offering a much more bombastic experience than a Joy-Con controller.

Best Prime Day Nintendo eShop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo $50 eGift Cards (4-Pack) $169.99 at Costco
$179.99 Save $10   Get Deal Why we like it

If you plan to buy games directly from the Nintendo eShop for your Switch or Switch 2, you might as well get free money to do so. Costco has a multi-pack of four $50 eCash codes on sale for $169.99 $179.99. That gives you a total value of $200 to spend on digital downloads, saving you $20 on your future gaming purchases.

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Sonys newest flagship headphones are still $81.99 off at Amazon

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 15:45

SAVE 18%: Hurry: You can still get the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones for $378 (down from $459.99) at Amazon. That's an 18% discount or $81.99 savings. On top of that, the previous gen Sony XM5 headphones are still marked down to the record price of $198.

Sony WH-1000XM6 $378 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $81.99   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Sony

Prime Day 2026 officially wrapped up early Friday morning, but there are still a handful of lingering deals hanging around on everyday tech, including Fitbits, select kitchen appliances, and noise-cancelling headphones. If you missed the main event, you're in luck, because a few of the best price cuts managed to survive the post-sale cleanup.

SEE ALSO: Better than Prime Day: Score Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $80 off on Amazon

In fact, you can grab the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones for $378 right now, down from $459.99. That's an 18% discount or $81.99 savings. They dropped to this price (their lowest price ever) on the very first day of the sale and, luckily for us, they're somehow still discounted for the weekend. And if that's too pricey for you, the previous-gen Sony XM5 headphones are still on sale for only $198, a record low.

When Mashable's Tech Editor, Timothy Beck Werth, reviewed these, he gave them a 4.5/5 rating and a Mashable Choice badge. He noted that the noise cancellation is so effective that turning it on instantly puts you in a "bubble of silence."

As for the hardware, Sony upgraded these with its new QN3 processor. They now feature 12 microphones just for active noise cancellation (a big jump from the eight in the previous model!) and six mics for phone calls. You'll still get 30 hours of playtime with ANC on, but unlike the XM5s, you can finally listen to music while you charge them.

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I started managing my Linux desktop like a server, and everything got easier

How-To Geek - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 15:45

Linux servers and desktop distros are essentially the same thing. Am I wrong? A minimalist distro serves the same job as one designed as a server. Ignoring convenience for a second, they're entirely configurable to suit any need. Understanding that changes how you use and see Linux.

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Im a tech editor, and I found the 40+ best Prime Day tech deals still live over the weekend

Mashable - Sat, 06/27/2026 - 15:38
Prime Day tech deals still live: Best overall Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179 at Amazon (save $180) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods 4 $99 at Amazon (save $30) Get Deal Best TV Deal LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV $1,099.99 (save $297) Get Deal Best Deal Under $50 Anker Smart Display Charger, 45W $29.99 at Amazon (save $10) Get Deal Best portable power station deal Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station $399.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best Samsung TV Deal Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV $697.99 at Amazon (save $400) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Get Deal Best Memory Deal SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive, 512GB $105.99 (save $15) Get Deal

I'm Mashable's tech editor, and I love my job. I get to test the coolest new tech products before anyone else, and I literally get paid to nerd out over the latest noise-cancelling headphones, smart glasses, robots, and laptops. On a more depressing note, all year long, I've been reporting on endless price hikes, but now that Prime Day 2026 has arrived, I can finally write about price drops.

Prime Day ended on Friday, June 26, but a surprising number of the best deals are still going strong — for now. So, I'm sharing all of the best Prime Day tech deals you still can grab over the post-Prime Day weekend.

The Mashable shopping team has been providing round-the-clock coverage throughout the Amazon summer sale. Only the very best Prime Day deals — the ones I'd recommend to friends and family or shop myself — make the cut. We don't just pick random Amazon deals. We use price tracking tools to separate the great deals from the pretenders. We also check competing sales at sites like Best Buy, Dyson, and Target to make sure we're directing you to the lowest price at any given moment.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle, and more Amazon deals

So, with all this in mind, here are my favorite Prime Day tech deals of 2026 that are still live as of Saturday, June 27. I've personally tested many of these products, and I'm also leaning on recommendations from my colleagues on the Mashable tech and shopping teams.

Record-low prices on the latest Apple Watches

The latest generation of Apple Watches offered some big upgrades, and Prime Day delivered the best-ever deal on the Apple Watch Series 11. Even better, many of those deals are still live even though the Amazon sale has officially ended.

This smartwatch has a longer battery and other key upgrades over its predecessor, and our reviewer named it a Mashable Choice product. However, if you want to go all-out on the new Apple Watch Ultra 3, this premier fitness and sleep-tracking smartwatch is also on sale at an all-time low price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 3 $649 at Amazon
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is seeing a steeper discount than you might expect for a flagship smartphone that just came out three months ago. For $949.99, you can upgrade to this phenomenal suite of cameras and a processor that secured a better Geekbench 6 score than the iPhone 17 Pro Max's processor. No iPhone can compete with the S26 Ultra's Privacy Display, which shields your screen from nosy onlookers.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (unlocked, 256GB) $949.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $350   Get Deal Save up to 50% on Bose headphones

Bose makes the most comfortable headphones in the world, according to both our readers and product testers. On the weekend folloing Prime Day, you can still save 50% on the Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones. While the brand's flagship QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) headphones are only $70 off, you can save big on some of the brand's other audio products.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179.99 at Amazon
$359 Save $179.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $129 at Amazon
$179 Save $50   Get Deal Save $350 on the new MacBook Air

Updated on Friday, June 26 at 2:41 p.m. ET: As of this writing, Amazon's entire inventory of MacBooks is selling out, including the new M5 MacBook Air. We're leaving this laptop in this shopping guide in case more inventory becomes available, but it looks like you've missed your chance to score this deal.

I tested the M5 MacBook Air for Mashable when it was released earlier this year, and the longer I use it, the more I like it. If you've been waiting for Prime Day to buy this Apple laptop, then I have good news and bad news. The good news is the 15-inch model is still on sale at Amazon for $1,149 in select colors. The bad news is MacBooks are flying off shelves because of the impending price hike. (Thanks, RAMageddon.) This same base model M5 MacBook Air will soon be $1,499, so grab it while you can. The 13-inch option has already disappeared from Amazon (you can still grab it at Costco, no membership required).

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple MacBook Air M5 $1,149 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $350   Get Deal Anker chargers

Looking for the best Prime Day deals under $50? I've got you.

I never travel without my Anker Prime GaN USB-C wall charger, which can charge my laptop, my phone, and my earbuds at the same time. If that seems like overkill, you can also grab Anker's most adorable wall charger with a built-in display for just $25.99 $29.99 post-Prime Day.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Zolo Power Bank, 20,000mA $29.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Smart Display Charger, 45W $25.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $14.00 Almost sold out! Get Deal The best Apple AirPods deals

Apple's AirPods deals weren't quite as impressive as we hoped overall (wishful thinking, I guess) this Prime Day, but we still recommend grabbing the AirPods Max 2 headphones while they're down to a record-low $399 and the AirPods Pro 3 while they're down to only $179 (just $10 shy of their record-low). Likewise, the AirPods 4 are still on sale for just $99 post-Prime Day.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99 at Amazon
$129 Save $30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon
$249 Save $70   Get Deal Restock on memory products

Thanks to the global memory shortage, prices on SD cards, hard drives, and memory components have doubled, tripled, and quadrupled in 2026, with no end in sight. While deals on MicroSD cards and portable SSDs used to be a staple of Amazon sales, that's less true of late. Still, you can find some good deals on memory products at Amazon.

If you need a new MicroSD Express card for your Switch 2, a Samsung card is at its lowest price in months. And if you need a regular MicroSD card, you can pick up a 1TB Samsung card for $80 off. This is the first time that particular drive has gotten a discount.

SEE ALSO: We found 10+ Prime Day deals on MicroSD and portable SSDs: How to beat RAMageddon Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung P9 microSD Express Card, 256GB $39.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $40.00 For Nintendo Switch 2 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung microSDXC T7, 1TB $239.99 at Amazon
$319.99 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung T9 Portable SSD, 1TB $179.99 at Amazon
$287.99 Save $108   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive, 512GB $99.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $20   Get Deal LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV

For the final day of Prime Day, Amazon dropped prices by an extra $100 on this award-winning OLED TV. Previously, I'd been recommending Samsung's S90F OLED as the top TV deal of the event, but my calculus has changed. LG's C Series OLED TVs are famous for their incredibly crisp, vivid, and bright displays, and the 65-inch model has never been priced this low.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV $1,099.99 at Amazon
$1,396.99 Save $297   Get Deal Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game bundle

Technically, this isn't a Prime Day tech deal, as the new Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle first launched a few weeks ago. But absent a compelling offer from Nintendo, this is the best Prime Day video game deal of the moment. This bundle lets you choose between three popular titles to bundle with the console. Remember: The Switch 2 is getting a price hike later this year, so don't miss your chance to save.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle $499 at Amazon
  Learn More Bose Soundlink Flex speakers

Bose discounted its popular Soundlink Bluetooth speaker by as much as 34% for Prime Day, and deals are still live. I've personally tested this line of speakers, and I can vouch for them being loud, highly portable, and easy to use. Plus, they come in a wide range of colors. That doesn't affect the sound, obviously, but it's a nice touch.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Soundlink Flex Bluetooth Speaker $99 at Amazon
$149 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Soundlink Plus Bluetooth Speaker $179 at Amazon
$269 Save $90   Get Deal Sony PlayStation Dual Sense Wireless Controller

We've been keeping a close eye on the Walmart summer sale, where select products from Lego, Beats, and Sony are cheaper than they are at Amazon. One of the standouts is this offer on the Sony PlayStation Dual Sense Wireless Controller, available for under $70. While it's not a huge discount, Prime Day PlayStation deals have been sorely lacking this year.

Walmart's summer sale lasts through the weekend, so you still have time to shop.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony PlayStation Dual Sense Wireless Controller $66.20 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $13.79   Get Deal Record-low prices on Samsung TVs

I've been recommending Samsung's famous art TVs, The Frame, for many years, and they keep getting better. For Prime Day 2026, you can get these cult-favorite, ultra-thin TVs on sale at Amazon for their lowest-ever price. And if you want to splurge on a Samsung OLED TV instead, you can still grab the brand's award-winning S90F OLED 65-inch TV for 29% off its list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV (2025) $697.99 at Amazon
$1,097.99 Save $400   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung S90F 65-inch OLED 4K TV $1,197.99 at Amazon
$1,697.99 Save $500   Get Deal Best Prime Day TV deals under $500

If a premium Samsung OLED TV isn't in your budget, I feel you. It's not in mine at the moment, either. However, despite all the price hikes we've seen in 2026, prices on 55- and 65-inch TVs keep getting lower, and not just during big sales like this.

For Prime Day 2026, grab the new Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series Fire TV, which comes with Amazon's new art mode. You can also score an insane price on the Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Ember 55-inch 4-Series Fire TV $279.95 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $180.04   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV $379.99 at Amazon
$478 Save $98.01   Get Deal Prime Day deals on Sony headphones

The past-gen Sony XM5 headphones have 95% of the same features as the new flagship XM6 headphones, but during Prime Day, a much lower price. So, if you want to enjoy Sony's premium sound and best-in-class active noise cancellation, you can pick up these headphones for under $200. You can also grab the recently released XM6 wireless earbuds for their lowest price ever.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $265.99 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $64 Almost sold out! Get Deal Affordable wireless earbuds

Prime Day is known for its outrageously low earbuds deals, and this year was no different. You can still get some of our favorite budget earbuds from Soundcore for under $30. Or, if you prefer buds with a little more panache, check out the CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds from trendy British brand Nothing.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Soundcore Anker Soundcore P30i Wireless Earbuds $23.69 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $16.30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds $37.05 at Amazon
$49 Save $11.95   Get Deal Headphones under $100

If your headphones budget maxes out at $100, you still have some solid options. Heck, even if it maxes out at $50, you have a great selection to choose from. Our go-to budget Sony headphones have literally never been more affordable, and you can grab the always-popular Beats Solo 4 for $99. Both pairs are 50% off for Prime members.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones $29.99
$69.99 Save $40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 Wireless On-Ear Headphones $99.95
$199.95 Save $100.00   Get Deal Save on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8

Full disclosure: I fully expect Samsung to release a new Galaxy Watch in July at the next Galaxy Unpacked event, though it's likely to get minor upgrades. All the new stuff should come via Gemini, which is also available on the excellent Galaxy Watch 8. Grab this Mashable-tested Android smartwatch while it's 38% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 $218.49 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $131.50   Get Deal Fitness tracker deals

Right now, the Oura Ring 4 is available at unprecedented prices, with select sizes starting at just $214. (Remember, if you're not sure of your size, order the Oura Ring sizing kit first.) However, this smart ring isn't the only screen-free fitness tracker we love. You can also grab the Mashable-tested Whoop MG fitness tracker for its best-ever price, and during Prime Day, your purchase includes a 12-month Whoop membership, too.

Oura Ring 4 $349 at Amazon
  See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy See It at Target Opens in a new window Credit: Whoop Whoop MG Peak fitness tracker $189
$239 Save $50 12-month Whoop Peak membership included Get Deal DJI creator tools on sale

Mashable readers and reviewers alike appreciate DJI's cult-favorite creator tools. The brand makes some of the most popular gadgets for professional content creators, and no DJI products are more popular than the TikTok-famous DJI Mic Mini and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal camera. I've personally tested both of these devices for Mashable, and their reputation is well-deserved.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 bundle (with screen protector, suction cup mount) $375 at Amazon
$496.99 Save $121.99 Almost sold out! Get Deal SEE ALSO: The creator-approved Prime Day deals worth hitting 'add to cart' on Top Dyson deals

For the best Prime Day Dyson deals, don't just rely on Amazon! Dyson is hosting a very competitive sale at its online store, where you can find our favorite Dyson products at the lowest prices we've seen. If you've always wanted a fancy Dyson stick vacuum with the laser attachment, grab the V12 Detect Slim for $250 off. If you're a Prime member, you can also grab the Dyson Supersonic Nural for its best-ever price. Mashable's reviewers have raved about this hair dryer, which improves upon the famous original.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum $479.99 at Dyson
$729.99 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $279.49 at Dyson
$399.99 Save $120.50   Get Deal Deals on Apple AirTags 1 and 2

The best Prime Day tech deals always include offers on AirTags, and the recently released AirTag 2 got its first-ever discount, though it's not a very big one. You can still grab these long-range trackers for $24 (or $89 for a 4-pack). If you really want to save, then head to Amazon-associated retailer Woot, where you can score a four-pack of the original AirTags 1 for $69.99 while supplies last, which they won't.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 2 tracker $24 at Amazon
$29 Save $5   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 2 (4-pack) $89 at Amazon
$99 Save $10   Get Deal An answer to excessive screen time

Multiple Mashable writers and editors use Brick to reduce their screen time. It's a physical device that you tap your phone to, and it locks whichever apps and websites you select. You have to physically tap your phone to Brick again to unlock those apps. So, no more mindlessly selecting "remind me in 15 minutes." The device has helped us cut down our screen time, and it rarely goes on sale. So be sure to snag it for almost $16 off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Brick Brick $44.24 at Brick
$59 Save $14.76   Get Deal DJI drone deals

Because DJI drones have been officially banned in the United States, you can only buy these popular drones from third-party sellers on Amazon. However, if you're willing to risk it, you can score some great deals on these drones, which have professional-quality cameras but controls that are simple enough for beginners.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 Drone $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal Roborock robot vacuums

Our resident robot vacuum expert has raved about the Roborock Saros 10R ever since it was released last year, calling it the most reliable robot vacuum and mop she's ever tested. And for Prime Day, it's at an all-time low price. Of course, I know that $800+ price tag is still out of reach, which is why we also recommend the brand's Qrevo bot, which has nearly as much suction power and a much more reasonable price tag.

Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo S Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop $399.99 at Amazon
$699.99 Save $300   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Saros 10R Robot Vacuum and Mop $884.99 at Amazon
$1,599.99 Save $715   Get Deal Sony's new Bluetooth turntable

My colleague Haley Henschel reviewed Sony's newest wireless record player, which was just released in the spring. For Prime Day 2026, this trending product got its first big price drop, with a cool $100 discount. This record player is a good choice for vinyl newbies and moderate collectors, and it's easy to use. For more, check out our full review.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable $248
$348 Save $100   Get Deal Shark's personal fan

My colleague, Samantha Mangino, tested the Shark ChillPill and found that it's a great little device, but a little too expensive to recommend at full price. During Prime Day, the ChillPill has gotten a slight discount of $20, knocking the price down to $129.99, the lowest price we've seen to date. You can also buy the 2-in-1 version for just $99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark ChillPill 2-in-1 Personal Fan $99 at Amazon
$129 Save $30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark ChillPill Personal Fan 3-in-1 $129.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $20   Get Deal Canon's portable photo printer

My colleague, Miller Kern, has a Canon Ivy 2 and loves it. It's awesome for printing out photos that would otherwise be buried in your camera roll, and it's an essential for junk journaling. The mini printer uses ZINK peel-and-stick paper, so you can stick photos directly onto your journal pages or scrapbook spreads. And the images are actually pretty high-quality.

Canon Ivy 2 mini photo printer $99.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $20   Get Deal at Amazon Apple MagSafe Charger

Need a new charger for your iPhone or Apple Watch? The classic Apple MagSafe charger just hit a new record-low price. Don't overthink this one.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MagSafe Charger $28 at Amazon
$49 Save $21   Get Deal Sony and Bose open earbuds at record-low prices

Do noise-canceling headphones make you feel too off the grid? Two pairs that made Mashable's list of the best open earbuds are still at record-low pricing as of June 27. In fact, the Bose earbuds have gotten an additional price cut. Our resident open earbuds reviewer appreciates the Bose Ultra's balance of excellent sound quality and a comfortable fit that doesn't pinch, and gave Sony's new LinkBuds props for battery life.

Sony LinkBuds $178 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $51.99   Get Deal at Amazon Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199 at Amazon
$299 Save $100   Get Deal at Amazon
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