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There are a lot of metrics you should pay attention to when buying new PC components. Temperature, bandwidth, wattage, capacity, you name it. But there's one metric that just doesn't matter much these days, and that's clock speed. In the past, this number may have meant something, but not anymore.

OpenAI has faced enormous pressure in recent months to address concerns that its flagship product, ChatGPT, is unsafe for teens.

The AI chatbot is at the heart of multiple wrongful death lawsuits alleging that it coached teens to take their own lives or didn't appropriately respond to their suicidal feelings. A public service announcement recently depicted some of these exchanges, imagining the chatbots as creepy humans that harm kids. OpenAI has denied the allegations in one case — the suicide death of 16-year-old Adam Raine.

On Thursday, OpenAI published a blog post on its escalating safety efforts and committed "to put teen safety first, even when it may conflict with other goals."

The post introduced an update to its Model Spec, which guides how its AI models should behave. A new set of principles for under-18 users will particularly inform how the models react in high-stakes situations.

SEE ALSO: 5 strategies to avoid ChatGPT dependency

OpenAI said that ChatGPT update should provide a "safe, age-appropriate experience" for users between the ages of 13 and 17 by prioritizing prevention, transparency, and early intervention.

"This means teens should encounter stronger guardrails, safer alternatives, and encouragement to seek trusted offline support when conversations move into higher-risk territory," the post said. ChatGPT is designed to urge teens to contact emergency services or crisis resources when demonstrating imminent risk.

When users sign in as under-18, safeguards should make ChatGPT take extra care when discussing topics like self-harm, suicide, romantic or sexualized role play, or keeping secrets about dangerous behavior, according to the company.

The American Psychological Association provided OpenAI with feedback on an early draft of the under-18 principles, according to the post.

"Children and adolescents might benefit from AI tools if they are balanced with human interactions that science shows are critical for social, psychological, behavioral, and even biological development," Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr., CEO of the American Psychological Association, said in the post.

OpenAI is also offering teens and parents two new expert-vetted AI literacy guides. The company said it's in the early stages of implementing an age-prediction model for users with ChatGPT consumer plans.

Child safety and mental health experts recently declared AI chatbots as unsafe for teen discussions about their mental health. Last week, OpenAI announced that its latest model, ChatGPT-5.2, is "safer" for mental health.

If you're feeling suicidal or experiencing a mental health crisis, please talk to somebody. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. You can reach the Trans Lifeline by calling 877-565-8860 or the Trevor Project at 866-488-7386. Text "START" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. Contact the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET, or email info@nami.org. If you don't like the phone, consider using the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Chat. Here is a list of international resources.

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

Apple's next public iOS beta is here.

That would be the public beta for iOS 26.3, to be more specific. It launched this week, shortly after the launch of iOS 26.2 to the public, and with the expectation that the full release of the update will happen in early 2026. The new beta brings with it a few small (but still noteworthy) new features, and you can try them out for yourself. Here's how.

SEE ALSO: Apple's new iOS feature is huge for people with non-Apple smartwatches How to download the iOS 26.3 public beta

Apple makes its public betas available for anyone with an iPhone to test out. All you have to do is sign up for the beta program. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to get the iOS 26.3 public beta on your iPhone:

1. Go to Apple's beta website

2. Sign up for the beta program with your Apple ID

3. Log in and click "Enroll your iOS device"

4. On your iPhone, open Settings, then go to General, then Software Update

5. Select the iOS Public Beta and install it

iOS 26.3 public beta new features

Once you've done that, you can start looking at the new stuff Apple added to iOS 26.3. Be warned, though, that there aren't any game-changing everyday adjustments here for most Apple users. There is, however, one notable update for Apple users who prefer non-Apple smartwatches or fitness trackers.

For starters, Apple has slightly rearranged the Wallpapers page, putting Weather and Astronomy into their own distinct sections instead of bundling them together. There are also a few new Weather wallpapers to choose from, but otherwise, everything else is the same.

On top of that, you can also choose to have your notifications forwarded to a third-party wearable device instead of an Apple Watch. This should make life easier for folks who prefer other wearables but still want to get every notification that their iPhone gets without looking at the phone. The only problem is that this is only available to users in the European Union at the moment, and there's no telling when (or even if) U.S.-based iPhone owners will get this feature. As we reported earlier today, Apple was forced to make this change by the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA).

Lastly and most significantly, Apple and Google worked together to make switching from an iPhone to an Android device (or vice versa) easier than it used to be. You'll be able to place your iPhone next to a new Android device and wirelessly transfer messages, notes, photos, apps, and even your phone number between devices. This sounds easier than the old way of doing things, which largely involved downloading an app on either side of the equation.

Google is expanding its content transparency tools within the Gemini app. It is now possible to verify videos generated by the company's own artificial intelligence models. Keep in mind, this is exclusive to anything Gemini made, because the AI uses an ID that only it can see.

SAVE $50: As of Dec. 18, the JBL Flip 7 portable Bluetooth speaker is on sale for just $99.95 at Amazon. That's a savings of 33% and marks its lowest price on record.

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Looking for a last-minute gift under $100? JBL's iconic Flip 7 portable Bluetooth speaker just dropped below that threshold for the first time.

As of Dec. 18, you can pick up the JBL Flip 7 speaker for just $99.95 at Amazon in any colorway. That's 33% off its list price of $149.95 and its lowest price to date. This deal even beats its Black Friday price by $10.

While it's not quite as good as our favorite Blueooth speaker, the JBL Charge 6, the Flip 7 is a force to be reckoned with. It's practically indestructible (waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof), can pump out massive sound in a water bottle-sized package, and will last for up to 16 hours on a charge (thanks to a new Playtime Boost mode). The latest edition features a new tweeter dome design that delivers powerful, clearer bass and crisper, higher frequencies. It also now features AI Sound Boost, which can analyze and boost sound in real time. JBL calls it "an audio genie."

It comes in a variety of fun colors and includes a new PushLock system with interchangeable accessories. Choose from a carabiner or a loop or keep it attachment-free. My personal favorite perk of the Flip speakers (I have the Flip 5) is that they fit into cup holders and water bottle cages. I pop mine into the cage on my bike for on-the-move tuneage.

Usually $150, you can pick up the JBL Flip 7 for its best-ever price of $99.95 ahead of the holidays.

SAVE $70: As of Dec. 18, get the DJI Power 1000 V2 portable power station for $399, down from its usual price of $469. That's a discount of 15%.

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Winter weather is here for most of the country, and that means potential power outages, bad signal, and other frustrating ways to mess up your day. If you don't particularly enjoy being without electricity, there are ways to overcome that problem: a portable power station, for one. And you can get a great one right now at a special discount.

As of Dec. 18, get the DJI Power 1000 V2 portable power station for $399, down from its usual price of $469. That's $70 off and a discount of 15%.

SEE ALSO: The Anker Solix C1000 power station is over $100 off at Amazon

This portable power station boasts 1,024Wh of output though it retains its compact size. It has 2600W of electricity available for all your smaller devices: your phone, tablet, smaller items from your kitchen, and more. So if you end up needing emergency power, you'll want to take advantage of it for just about all the everyday things you use. And when it's used up, you can go from 0 to 80% charge in just 37 minutes.

All of this is housed in a sturdy, flame-retardant exterior, with sub-nano coating and multiple outlets to not only make sure you're safe, but to make charging up as efficient and useful as possible. It also promises quiet operation, running as low as 26 dB for quiet nights so you can actually get some shut-eye whether you're dealing with a long night of power issues or just hanging out off-grid.

Now's a good time to make sure you're prepared with a power generator if necessary, so snag this one while it's on sale.

SAVE $600: As of Dec. 18, get the Ecovacs Deebot X11 for $899.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,499.99. That's a discount of 40% and the lowest price we've seen.

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A robot vacuum is a quick and easy way to solve a big problem for the holidays: keeping everything clean. If you're looking for something to help you tackle the big messes in your home that you routinely face before and after holiday gatherings, it might be time to invest in one, and we've found a discounted model you won't want to miss out on.

As of Dec. 18, get the Ecovacs Deebot X11 for $899.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,499.99. That's $600 off and a discount of 40%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: 7 gadgets to help keep your home clean, from robot vacuums to electric scrubbers

This model means business. It can both vacuum and mop, so no matter what mess you're dealing with, it can tackle it with ease. It uses the Ozmo Roller 2.0 to work on stubborn stains, with TruEdge 3.0 tech to handle those nooks and crannies where dirt and debris hides on the vacuuming side. It boasts 19,500Pa of suction to handle all the dust and particles, with ZeroTangle 3.0 tech to handle pet and human hair and keep it from tangling.

It has a lengthy battery life to keep in operation long after you might suspect it should head back to base. When it needs to charge, it can get back up to an operational 6% in three minutes as it cleans its mop pads. With a bagless setup, you don't even have to empty anything. The base will wash, refill, and dry when it mops as well so you just get to enjoy a clean floor with no extra labor.

It's time to let the robots handle all the dirty work this year, so let them with this heavily discounted robot vacuum and mop. You'll be glad that you did.

SAVE $300: The Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $249.99, down from the normal price of $549.99. That's a 55% discount.

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The Shark/Ninja brand has become a household favorite in recent years. Under the same family, the two brands impress in categories that include cleaning implements, hair care, kitchen appliances, and cooling + heat fans. If you're looking to add a Shark robot vacuum to your home, today's Amazon deal makes is much more affordable.

As of Dec. 18, the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $249.99, marked down from the normal price of $549.99. That works out to a major savings of $300 from a 55% discount. This price matches the record low at Amazon.

December is always a busy month, but if we're being honest, every month feels too busy. It's easy to get behind on floor cleaning and then have to deal with wiping crumbs off your feet constantly. If that's a familiar struggle in your home, it's time to enlist the help of a robot vacuum.

Some of the fanciest robot vacuums cost over $1,000 but if you're looking for an affordable model that gets the job done, the Shark AI Ultra could be perfect. That's especially true since it's on sale for under $250 today.

SEE ALSO: The Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat bladeless tower fan and heater is out to end the thermostat wars

Holding up to 30 days worth of debris in the self-emptying base, the Shark AI Ultra uses powerful suction to get even stubborn pet hair off of hard floors and carpets. Shark uses Matrix Clean Navigation to vacuum in a grid pattern over areas that need a deep cleaning, rather than taking a single pass over.

The battery in the Shark AI Ultra gives it the ability to clean for up to 120 minutes. If it can't get the job completed within that time, you can set it to go home for a recharge and take off again to resume cleaning once it's charged.

Instead of stressing over dirty floors, upgrade to the Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum while it's on sale for only $249.99 at Amazon. Depending on your delivery address, you might be able to get those model delivered to your front door as early as today.

SAVE $120: As of Dec. 18, shop the Apple Mac Mini with M4 chip for $479. It's back down to its Black Friday price, saving you $120 off its $599 list price.

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It's hard to believe Black Friday was nearly a month ago, and as we get closer to the end of the year, those prices are popping back up. Or I suppose I should say, dropping back down. If you're hunting for a last minute holiday gift, especially for the techie in your life, we found a great deal on an Apple computer.

As of Dec. 18, get the Apple M4 Mac Mini for just $479, that brings the device back down to its Black Friday price of $479. That saves you $120 off its list price of $599. That gives you 20% savings, plus as an extra bonus, it'll arrive before Christmas.

The new M4 Mac Mini is a nice upgrade over its predecessor, the M2 Mac Mini. It comes with more ports for some added flexibility and a much better chip. Having tested the M4 chip in iPads and MacBooks, its Apple's most impressive silicon yet. Plus, while it's a desktop, it comes with impressive versatility. You can mirror the computer on your iPhone or even paste directly from your phone to the computer.

Shop the Apple M4 Mac Mini at Amazon now for just $479 and save $120.

The best streaming deals this week at a glance: Best bundle deal Hulu, Disney+, ESPN Unlimited bundle $29.99/month for one year (save $6/month) Get Deal Best live TV streaming deal DirecTV Signature Entertainment package $49.99/month for your first month (save $40) Get Deal Best music streaming deal Spotify Premium free for 4 months (save $11.99/month) Get Deal Best for returning customers Paramount+ Premium $0.99/month for 2 months with code RM2KN3 (save $12/month) Get Deal Best streaming device deal Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99 with code HOLFTV4K (save $30) Get Deal

Black Friday and Cyber Monday always have the best streaming deals of the year. But they're available for a very limited time and it's easy to miss them. If you didn't snag a deal in that sliver of time, we've scoured the web to find the best holiday streaming deals to grab before the season ends.

These deals certainly don't compete with the sheer volume of options during Black Friday, but there are a few worth pulling the trigger on. While there's no Netflix or Peacock on this list, there are some major contenders like Paramount+, Hulu, and Disney+. We've highlighted the best options for the week of Dec. 18, 2025 below — make note of the expiration dates on each deal.

Best streaming bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Disney / ESPN / Hulu Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN Unlimited bundle $29.99/month for one year (save $6/month) Get Deal Why we like it

The best streaming deals are the ones that get you multiple services for one relatively low price. This bundle offer from Disney, which is available through Jan. 5, gets you Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited (with ads) for only $29.99 per month for one one whole year. That's $6 per month in savings or $72 in total savings. ESPN Unlimited gets you access to the entirety of the ESPN catalog, including live events on ESPN and ABC. It encompasses the full ESPN portfolio of channels (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, ESPN3, SECN+, and ACCNX). Add Hulu and Disney+ with ads into the mix, and you have a complete suite of entertainment, news, and sports at your fingertips for less than $30 per month. Considering ESPN Unlimited is typically $29.99 per month on its own, that's a pretty epic deal to lock in.

Best live TV streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: DirecTV DirecTV Signature Entertainment $49.99/month for your first month (save $40) Get Deal Why we like it

This is a busy season for live events, from college football bowl games to NFL playoffs to the Golden Globes. Don't miss out on watching in real time — snag a subscription to a live TV streaming service like DirecTV, which is currently holding its first-ever holiday flash sale. You can get your first month of its Signature Entertainment streaming package for only $49.99 (reg. $89.99).

The Entertainment streaming package includes over 90 channels, like ABC, FOX, CBS, ESPN, NBC, ESPN, FS1, SEC Network, ACC Network, and more for sports fans. Not to mention, Hallmark Channel, AMC, Freeform, and Lifetime are also included for even more entertainment. This deal is only around through Jan. 6 for new customers.

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If you're looking to stream some music without ads interrupting your sessions, you can score four months of Spotify Premium for free. This offer is only available for new subscribers through Dec. 31, so act quickly if you want to secure the deal. Typically $11.99 per month, that's nearly $50 in total savings over the four months.

Besides ad-free listening, Spotify Premium allows you to download music for offline listening, collaborate with friends in real time, listen to up to 15 hours of audiobooks per month, and enjoy lossless audio (finally). You'll also get full control over your music and playlists and gain access to Wrapped stats and new weekly listening stats.

Best streaming deal for returning subscribers Opens in a new window Credit: Paramount+ Paramount+ Premium $0.99/month for 2 months (save $12/month) with code RM2KN3 Get Deal Why we like it

While most streaming deals are only offered to new subscribers, Paramount+ is rewarding returning subscribers with a deal that's better than Black Friday. Select returning subscribers can sign up for Paramount+ Premium for just 99 cents per month for two months. That's $12 per month in savings — just be sure to enter the promo code RM2KN3 at checkout. There's no word on how long this offer will last, so we recommend jumping on it ASAP. The Premium tier gets you access to the entire Showtime catalog, as well as ad-free streaming.

Make note that Paramount+ is hiking its prices on both tiers come Jan. 15, 2026. This could be your best opportunity to watch new theatrical releases, Paramount+ Originals, and Showtime hits for cheap before the price goes up to $13.99 per month.

Best streaming stick deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $9.99
$39.99 Save $30 using code HOLFTV4K Get Deal Why we like it

We first spotted this deal ahead of Black Friday, and since then it has come and gone whenever it pleases. The code has changed, but it still drops the price of the Fire TV streaming stick — the 4K Select — down to only $9.99 from $39.99. If you're one of the lucky customers who sees the code pop up on the product page (right below the Prime logo), you can save 75% on Amazon's newest 4K streaming device. It features HDR10+ support and an ultra-responsive and fast new operating system called Vega.

More streaming deals this week

• Amazon Music Unlimited — free for three months $10.99/month (save $10.99/month)

• Crunchyroll — $99.99/year for one year $119.99/year (save $20)

• Masterclass — 50% off plans through Dec. 24

• Philo — $25/month for your first month $33/month (save $8)

• Starz — $11.99/year for your first year $69.99/year (save $58)

SAVE $850: The 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 curved gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $1,449.99, down from the list price of $2,299.99. That's a 37% discount.

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We're nearing the end of 2025. It's been quite the year. If you have some funds available and you're hoping to have the best winter gaming season of your life, you might be interested in this deal on a massive curved gaming monitor.

As of Dec. 18, the 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 curved gaming monitor is on sale at for $1,449.99 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $2,299.99. That's a 37% discount that saves you a sweet $850.

For anyone who wants the ultimate gaming experience, a curved monitor is the way to go. On top of that, you could also opt for one that comes from a premium manufacturer and packed with premium features. If that sounds idea, welcome to the gigantic 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 monitor.

Be sure to measure your desk space before committing because this guy is large. But you'll be in for an incredible immersive experience with the 1000R curve, 240Hz refresh rate, and 1ms response time. Samsung touts this model as the world's first dual UHD monitor, equaling the width of two UHD monitors.

SEE ALSO: Score $80 off the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ at Amazon — order in time for Christmas

When it comes to other tasks like that pesky work stuff, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 will be excellent. It can also work as a terrific way to stream your favorite movies and shows when you're not gaming.

While it's on sale for a massive $850 off, gift yourself the terrific 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 curved gaming monitor. Yes, it's an investment but considering you'll use it every single day, it could very well be worth it.

The next Android 16 update could make apps more transparent about location tracking, giving users more insight into their privacy.

The feature showed up in the beta for Android 16 QPR3 (QPR meaning quarterly platform release), set to launch early next year. According to 9to5google, the beta adds a blue dot with a map icon next to the battery meter on the upper side of the display, which will only appear if an app is actively tracking your location for any reason. You can tap the dot in the notifications view to see which app (or apps) is tracking you. At that point, users can close the app or update their location settings.

SEE ALSO: Android 16 QPR2 arrives: 3 new features to check out

This new Android privacy feature builds on something Google added years ago, which was a green dot with a camera icon in the same place that revealed when an app was using your camera or microphone. When apps are tracking both your location and accessing your camera, these two dots will be combined to show both the camera and map icons, according to screenshots shared by 9to5google.

It should be noted that this tool is only available in beta for Pixel devices right now, but presumably it will come to other Android phones at a later date, like the green camera dot did previously.

At any rate, it's nice to get a software update that's just objectively helpful.

Are you a creator who shares links on Facebook? Be sure not to go over your monthly quota.

Some creators on Facebook are receiving a notification that they will be limited to posting a certain number of links in organic posts each month, unless they subscribed to Meta Verified for $14.99 per month.

Here's the Meta link-sharing limit test notification currently going out to select creators. Credit: Matt Navarra / Threads

“This is a limited test to understand whether the ability to publish an increased volume of posts with links add additional value for Meta Verified subscribers,” Meta told social media consultant Matt Navarra, who initially posted a screenshot of the notification on Meta-owned Threads.

The screenshot posted by Navarra says that creators are limited to two link shares per month; however, Meta has since stated that the number of monthly links for non-verified creators varies as part of the test. According to the notification, Meta gives creators a limited number of link shares per month, and if they go unused, they do not rollover to the next month.

Regular Facebook profiles, which the vast majority of its users have, are currently not affected by the test. Meta is limiting this link limit experiment to users utilizing Facebook Pages and Facebook profiles in professional mode. Facebook Pages and profiles set to professional mode are typically used by businesses, creators, and other public figures.

For those who are affected, links remain unlimited for URLs to Meta properties such as Instagram, WhatsApp, or other internal Facebook links. In addition, the notification also says Meta exempts links posted in the comments of a post, which means those are currently unlimited, too.

As Meta said in its statement, the company is trying to add more features to the Meta Verified paid subscription product by paywalling links on Facebook. 

However, as Navarra points out, it's likely that Meta is also trying to test the Meta Verified badge as a "trust signal" so that users come to expect a certain level of trustworthiness from profiles and pages with verified. As Mashable has reported, the company has been experiencing an uptick in scam ads on Facebook in particular. But, as many have experienced on Elon Musk's X, many scammers and disinformation spreaders are more than willing to pay a monthly fee for a verified checkmark badge.

Everyone knows the tales of Sherlock Holmes, but who was Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famed detective before he donned the deerstalker? That's what Prime Video's upcoming Young Sherlock endeavors to find out.

SEE ALSO: 'Disclosure Day' trailer offers first look at Steven Spielberg's sci-fi alien film

Directed and executive produced by Guy Ritchie, who also helmed the Robert Downey Jr.-led Sherlock Holmes and Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, Young Sherlock stars Hero Fiennes Tiffin (After) in the titular role. And based on the show's first teaser trailer, his take on Sherlock is a full-on smooth-talking rapscallion.

In Young Sherlock, Holmes is a disgraced young man studying at Oxford in the 1870s. Soon, according to the show's official synopsis, "he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty."

With the game officially afoot, Sherlock sets out on a globetrotting adventure to crack his first case. Cue the explosions, fisticuffs, and gunfights.

But Sherlock isn't the only classic Doyle character getting an origin story. Sherlock's nemesis, James Moriarty (The Wheel of Time's Dónal Finn), is also in the picture. In the trailer, the pair even strike up a friendship. So what will sour their relationship?

According to the teaser, it may be the aforementioned deerstalker hat. As Sherlock moves to try one on, Moriarty intervenes. "If you start wearing a hat like that, I will no longer be friends with you," he says.

Case closed!

Young Sherlock also stars Zine Tseng, Joseph Fiennes, Natascha McElhone, Max Irons, and Colin Firth.

Young Sherlock premieres March 4 on Prime Video.

As Agatha Christie once wrote, "The impossible could not have happened, therefore the impossible must be possible in spite of appearances." Dear reader, in the trailer for The Sheep Detectives, the impossible jumps right over the fence and into my heart.

Adapted from Leonie Swann's 2005 novel Three Bags Full by Craig Mazin (The Last of Us, Chernobyl) and Minions director Kyle Balda, The Sheep Detectives is a frankly wild tale of mystery and animalian investigative practices, starring Hugh Jackman in full Australian farmer mode. The Sheep Detectives offers up a curious case of exactly that, a flock of sheep whose proud shepherd George (Jackman) reads to them nightly only the best whodunnit novels.

Not physically capable of having the wool pulled over their eyes, these attentive even-toed ungulates have been taking mental notes, because when there's a actual murder on the farm, no Hercule Poirot, Miss Marple, or Benoit Blanc could solve this crime — this is a job for SHEEP DETECTIVES. J'acc-ewes!

The cast (both appearing and voicing sheep) in this "herder mystery" is staggering, with Emma Thompson, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O’Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein, and Rhys Darby.

The Sheep Detectives opens in cinemas May 8, 2026.

SAVE $90: As of Dec. 18, get the DJI Mic Mini for just $79, officially its lowest price ever. Shop now at Amazon and save $90 for 53% off.

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Got a budding influencer in your life? It might be you, looking to capture life in 4K. Anyone can get started as long as they have a phone, but a microphone levels up the content creation game. It provides clear, vibrant sound whether you're sitting and talking to the camera or on the go. And an influencer favorite mic is on sale now.

As of Dec. 18, the DJI Mic Mini just reached its lowest price ever, beating even its Black Friday discount. At Amazon, find the DJI Mic Mini for just $79, knocking $90 off its $169 list price. That brings the creator-favorite mic to 53% off, and according to Camelcamelcamel, the device's lowest price ever.

The DJI Mic Mini is one of the best mics out there that's specifically geared toward creators. It's compatible with iPhones, Androids, and cameras, so you can attach it to whatever you're recording on. It comes with two lavalier mics that either clip on or magnetically attach to whatever you're wearing. The mics come with a charging case that extends its battery life to 48 hours.

Get the DJI Mic Mini at Amazon now for just $79 and save $90.

SAVE $110: As of Dec. 18, get the Monster Persona headphones for $49.99 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $159.99. That's a discount of 69% and the lowest price we've seen.

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Looking for a new pair of headphones? The usual suspects from brands like Bose, Apple, and Samsung are great options, but have you ever considered Monster? This brand may not be top of mind when it comes to good audio, but there's a pair you should absolutely check out, especially with this significant discount we've found at Amazon.

As of Dec. 18, get the Monster Persona headphones for $49.99 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $159.99. That's a $110 off and discount of 69%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: The Sony XM5 headphones now come with free earbuds at Amazon

These wireless Bluetooth headphones offer excellent audio as well as active noise cancellation with three different modes to choose from, including a transparency mode that lets you hear some sound to make sure you're aware of your surroundings. With up to 70 hours of playtime and quick charging, you'll be able to listen for quite some time without having to take off these headphones to charge them and come back, as well.

They connect via Bluetooth, and offer multi-point connectivity so you can swap between two devices or use two at the same time, so you can listen to music and connect to your phone for a call without dropping either one. If you prefer, they also support wired connections via 3.5mm audio adapter built-in.

For the price, the quality and feature set with this discounted pair of headphones really can't be beat. Grab a pair for yourself or as a gift and level up your listening for the new year.

SAVE $34.02: The Apple AirTag 4-pack is on sale at Amazon for only $64.98, down from the standard price of $99. That's a 34% discount.

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If you're a last-minute kind of person and you've held off on holiday purchases, you're gonna be just fine. Black Friday and Cyber Monday were honestly impressive this year with major discounts, but if you didn't score those deals, there are a few return discounts that match those epic low prices. One such item is the modern day necessity of AirTags.

As of Dec. 18, the Apple AirTag 4-pack is on sale at Amazon for only $64.98, down from the standard price of $99. That works out to a savings of $34.02 from a 34% discount. This is the same price we saw during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

For those still shopping for holiday gifts, stocking stuffers, or for anyone traveling in the next few weeks, this is your chance to snag four Apple AirTags. These puppies have becomes the gold standard tracker for those with an iPhone. Thanks to this sale, each AirTag costs just $16.25. That's a great deal considering a single AirTag is on sale at Amazon for $24, down from the list price of $29.

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Each AirTag taps into Apple's expansive Find My network so you can easily keep tabs on your most important items like checked luggage, house keys, and pets. If you know your misplaced item is nearby, you can have the AirTag play a sound thanks to the built-in speaker.

For those who still need to shop for gifts, the 4-pack of AirTags is likely to arrive with next-day delivery for Prime Members, depending on your shipping address. That's also great news for anyone traveling within the next week.

If you need more AirTags, today's deal on the four-pack at Amazon is an easy buy. You'll be snagging them for the same low price we saw during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

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