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The best Amazon Big Spring Sale fitness tracker deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $299 (save $100) Get Deal Best Garmin deal Garmin vívoactive 5 $174.28 (save $125.71) Get Deal Best Google deal Google Pixel Watch 4 (WiFi, 41mm) $289.99 (save $60) Get Deal Best Nothing deal Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $79 (save $20) Get Deal Best Samsung deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (Bluetooth, 46mm) $369.99 (save $130) Get Deal

Amazon's third annual Big Spring Sale kicks off March 25 (and runs through March 31), but early deals made an appearance as early as last week. Items like Apple products, robot vacuums, and speakers are heavily reduced, with more to follow. Even high-end fitness trackers got the discount treatment, with deals stamps to be found on many brands including Garmin, Google, and of course Apple Watches. So, if you've been looking for a fitness tracker to assist your routine, now is the perfect time to buy.

Deals started slow, but are starting to ramp up as the sale's official start approaches. The biggest discounts so far are on last-gen Garmin watches, but we'll be updating this list as new price drops appear. There are a couple of big names that seem to be waiting to drop deals until the official sale, like Whoop and Oura. So we'd hold off on buying those brands until the Big Spring Sale commences.

Here are all the best fitness tracker deals at Amazon leading up to and throughout the official Big Spring Sale 2026.

Best fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $174.28 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $125.71   Get Deal Why we like it

While it's since been replaced with the newer vívoactive 6, the Garmin vívoactive 5 is still an excellent choice. It's a perfect all-rounder for someone who wants a fitness tracker with plenty of smartwatch features. It can track everything from long runs and rides to stress, sleep, and body battery, has a bright and responsive AMOLED display, and boasts 11 days of battery power (Apple could literally never). I personally gifted this watch to my boyfriend (he loves it) after snagging an epic Black Friday discount, but it's now even cheaper. At $174.28, it's over 40% off and is down to the lowest price we've ever seen.

Best Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $299 at Amazon
$399 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're looking for a solid Apple Watch deal, this $100 price drop on the Series 11 makes it a pretty stellar value. It's been chilling at this price for awhile now, so we're hoping to see the Big Spring Sale drop it down even lower. But even if it doesn't, $299 for the newest Apple Watch ain't bad. It brings significant battery improvements over its predecessor, which alone makes it worth the upgrade. It also has a tougher design with more durable glass that's twice as resistant to scratches, 5G capability for seamless connectivity, and a Sleep Score and hypertension tool for flagging high blood pressure.

More fitness tracker deals

Apple

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) — $219 $249 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 44mm) — $249 $279 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) — $269 $299 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) — $299 $329 (save $30)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) — $329 $429 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $429 $529 (save $100)

Garmin

• Garmin Forerunner 165 — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Garmin Venu 3S — $357.99 $449.99 (save $92)

• Garmin Forerunner 265 — $344.95 $449.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Forerunner 570 — $497.49 $549.99 (save $52.50)

• Garmin Forerunner 965 — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Venu 4 (45mm) — $510 $599.99 (save $89.99)

Google / Fitbit

• Google Fitbit Ace LTE — $99.95 $179.95 (save $80)

• Google Pixel Watch 3 (WiFi, 45mm) — $179.99 $299.99 (save $120)

• Fitbit Sense 2 — $210 $249.95 (save $39.95)

• Google Pixel Watch 4 (WiFi, 41mm) — $289.99 $349.99 (save $60)

• Google Pixel Watch 4 (WiFi, 45mm) — $339.99 $399.99 (save $60)

Nothing

• Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro — $79 $99 (save $20)

Samsung

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Bluetooth, 40mm) — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Ring (select sizes) — $361.97 $399.99 (save $38.02)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic (Bluetooth, 46mm) — $369.99 $499.99 (save $130)

I've never really been able to get into The Sims, for a few reasons. For starters, I don't have the patience to meticulously recreate my friends or favorite celebrities in its highly detailed character creator. Beyond that, much of its gameplay by default revolves around managing meters to make sure your Sims stay happy and don't die. It's compelling to many and one of the most popular games of all time for a reason, but it doesn't really work for me.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, on the other hand, might be the kind of life-sim I can get into. I've played a few hours of Nintendo's quirky new island management simulator for Switch (as in the first one, though it'll also work on a Switch 2), and I really dig it so far. It's become a part of my daily routine, as every morning I boot it up, see what the goofy little Mii recreations of my friends and favorite fictional characters are getting up to, and then move on with the rest of my day.

It's hard to say yet whether Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream will have real staying power like The Sims, Animal Crossing, and Pokémon Pokopia, but anyone looking for a low-key delivery mechanism for laughs on Switch or Switch 2 should give it some consideration.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream $59.99 at Amazon
  Pre-order Here SEE ALSO: Pokémon Pokopia: How to power up Rock Smash Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream gives a lot without asking for much from you I agree! Credit: Nintendo

For those who don't know, Living the Dream is the long-awaited follow-up to Tomodachi Life for Nintendo 3DS. The basic premise here is the same as it was more than a decade ago: You create a bunch of Mii characters (you know, like the guys you played as in Wii Sports) based on whoever you want to base them on, and they live together on an island. You can give them gifts, feed them food, nudge their personalities in different directions, and try to make them become friends or even lovers together. But for the most part, what they do and how they act is up to them, not you.

That means that, beyond the initial setup phase of making a Mii and crafting your island's appearance to your heart's content, Tomodachi Life isn't a game you play so much as it's a funny little virtual ant farm that you check in on every now and then. The biggest key to its success, in my eyes, is that the characters all speak out loud using extremely mechanical-sounding text-to-speech technology. You can modulate and pitch their voices to your liking, but at no point will their speech ever come close to sounding truly human, and that's part of the charm.

A typical Tomodachi Life session, at least for me, lasts about 45 minutes at most. I start by turning the game on and talking to any Miis who have issues that need resolving, which can range from "I want a new friend" to "I need a new outfit." The happier you make them, the more they level up, unlocking various bonuses that are better left unspoiled.

Again, they just kinda do this stuff on their own. Credit: Nintendo

The real charm of all of this is that it's naturally, effortlessly funny at almost every turn.

The voice synthesis is a big part of the humor, as just listening to your Miis talk is hilarious on its own, but Nintendo has also crafted a bunch of funny little comedy skits that play out naturally without much intervention from the player. Sometimes a Mii will ask you to go bowling with them, which means all of the island's residents will pose as bowling pins, and you have to knock them over. Other times, they'll ask you what you think about current trends, or if you want to help them foster friendships with other Miis.

This is also what my friends and I do on the weekends. Credit: Nintendo

There are a ton of different little vignettes to see, and there's no telling how much of Living the Dream one would have to play before seeing all of them. Admittedly, it's up to the player to make their own fun, to an extent. My main method of enjoying Living the Dream has been to create Miis who only sort of resemble fictional characters like Sonic the Hedgehog, Marge Simpson, and Eric Cartman, and watch them interact with each other. Your mileage may vary with this, as for other people, creating Miis of their real-life friends or family members will be the key to enjoyment.

To its credit, Mii creation is also deeper here than it's ever been before. Aside from new cosmetic options like hairstyles, Miis can now be non-binary and can use any pronouns, no matter what their gender is set to. They can also date and marry anyone of any gender, should you choose to set it that way. The last Tomodachi Life only supported heterosexual romances, so this is a huge improvement.

Character creation has gotten key upgrades. Credit: Nintendo

My only major concern for Living the Dream is that Nintendo has severely limited the ability to share screenshots and videos using the Switch's share button. You can still capture them, but getting them off your console and onto a computer or phone is much more difficult than it normally would be, presumably for content safety reasons. I get that in the abstract, but easily being able to share silly little moments on social would go a long way towards making Living the Dream part of my daily routine for months to come.

I'll have more to say when the time comes for a full review, but at least after the first several hours, I'm excited to play more Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream launches on Nintendo Switch on April 16. You can pre-order the game now for $59.99 at Amazon and the My Nintendo Store.

TL;DR: Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Beginner Box on sale for $21.81, which is not only 38% off its $34.99 list price, but also about $3 below the current $24.84 market value.

Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Beginner Box $21.81 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $13.18 Get Deal

If you have been waiting for the Magic: The Gathering’s Avatar The Last Airbender expansion to get to the right price before jumping in, the latest deal on the Beginner Box is one of the best chances you’ll ever get.

As of March 24, Amazon has the Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender Beginner Box listed for $21.81. Compared with its $34.99 list price, that is a savings of $13.18, and it also lands below the $24.84 TCGplayer market value. For a licensed starter set that is aimed at two players and packed with actual play pieces instead of just a small sampling of cards, that is a pretty easy deal to like.

Not only is $21.81 a rare low price for this beginner box, but it is also only 24 cents shy of its lowest-ever price — as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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As well as a great crossover trading card game product, this starter bundle doubles as a way to deliberately walk beginners into the MTG trading card game. Along with guided battles between Aang and Zuko using two 20-card tutorial decks, you can use step-by-step learn-to-play guides included to help you through your first match. 

After that, the box opens up with eight additional 20-card Avatar-themed half-decks that you can combine into full 40-card decks, letting you mix and match different themes and strategies rather than getting stuck with just one static setup. Along with the included cards, you’ll get two playboards to help keep turns organized, two Spindown life counters for tracking totals, five double-sided tokens, and a rules reference booklet for quick check-ins as you play.

For more MTG deals, the Magic: The Gathering Duskmourn House of Horrors Play Booster Box is still $22 off at Walmart. Meanwhile, MTG’s Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Booster Box has been cut to under $120 at Amazon. 

The Moon is starting to appear bigger each night. This is because of where we are in the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a 29.5 day cycle of the Moon's orbit around Earth and includes eight unique phases. Keep reading to find out where the Moon is in that cycle today.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Tuesday, March 24, the Moon phase is Waxing Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 33% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

The Moon is slowly coming back into view, so each night there will be more to see. For example, tonight, without any visual aids, you can see the Mare Fecunditatis and the Mare Crisum. There may be other features visible too, however these will be the most distinct.

With binoculars, you'll also be able to catch a glimpse of the Endymion Crater, the Posidonius Crater, and the Mare Nectaris. And, finally, with a telescope, you'll be able to spot even more, including the Apollo 11 and 17 landing spots.

When is the next Full Moon?

In North America, the next Full Moon is predicted to take place on April 1.

What are Moon phases?

According to NASA, the Moon completes one orbit around Earth in roughly 29.5 days, cycling through eight distinct phases. While the same side of the Moon always faces us, sunlight illuminates varying portions as it travels, making it appear full, half, or a narrow crescent. These shifting appearances are known as the lunar phases, and there are eight in total:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

Airports in the US are in disarray at the moment, with TSA agents going without pay since mid February due to a partial government shutdown. Speaking about the situation on Monday night, Jimmy Kimmel didn't have to go out of his way to mock the president's handling of the situation — a 10-year-old tweet did most of the heavy lifting for him.

"All the tumult did not stop the president from playing golf this weekend," says Kimmel, "which made me nostalgic for this classic tweet from 2016, which reads: 'While our wonderful president was out playing golf all day, the TSA is falling apart, just like our government! Airports a total disaster!'" Oh, who said that? Donald Trump said that."

The host's conclusion? "Man oh man, if Donald Trump ever met president Trump, he would hate him."

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order 3-Pack Blister (Chikorita) listed for $32.44, which puts it $4.32 below the current $36.76 market price. That gets you three Perfect Order booster packs plus a special foil Chikorita promo card in one sealed preorder.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolutions Perfect Order 3 Pack Blister (Chikorita) $32.44 at Amazon
  Pre-order Here

In the Pokémon TCG market, Perfect Order preorder prices have been bouncing around all month, but the Chikorita 3-Pack Blister is one of the simpler buys if you just want sealed packs without paying above market value. Although Elite Trainer Boxes and booster bundles have been getting most of the attention, this smaller blister is still a great buy for collectors and casual rippers alike.

As of March 24, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order 3-Pack Blister (Chikorita) is listed for $32.44 at Amazon. Against the current TCGplayer market price of $36.76, that works out to a $4.32 difference. It is not the biggest discount we have seen on a Perfect Order product, but getting anything below market value is a solid result this close to the expansion’s release date of March 27.

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As the name implies, this blister comes with three sealed booster packs from the Perfect Order expansion, with each pack containing 10 additional game cards — alongside the included Chikorita foil promo card.

At the time of writing, individual Perfect Order booster packs cost $11.79 each on Amazon — totalling $35.37 if you wanted to buy three. With this blister pack, you’re not only saving $3.13 compared to buying three boosters on their own, but you’re essentially getting a free Chikorita promo card as well.  

Perfect Order leans heavily into Mega Zygarde ex, while also featuring trading cards with other Pocket Monsters that appear in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game, like Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex. The Perfect Order expansion includes more than 120 cards, more new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, more than 25 Trainer cards, and more than 30 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations.

To save even more on the Pokémon TCG’s new expansion, you can preorder the Perfect Order Booster Bundle for under $59 at Amazon. What’s more, the Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1 is still available to grab for under $65. 

Jon Stewart has been gleefully hating on Punch, the Ichikawa City Zoo monkey who found comfort in a stuffed toy after being abandoned, ever since the poor little guy first went viral.

In the Daily Show clip above, the host reacts to the news that Punch may have found himself a girlfriend, playing footage of the little monkey frolicking with a new companion before sharing his thoughts.

"Fantastic. It's really nice. Although, um...hey listen girl, straight talk. I know what you're thinking, but girl...you can't fix him," says Stewart, before addressing Punch with a whispered aside. "Punch, seriously, if you're watching, I am happy for you, but a little advice: Pre-nup."

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle available for preorder at $58.95, undercutting Walmart’s current $59.88 price. That gets you six booster packs from the new Perfect Order expansion for just under $10 per pack.

Pokémon TCG: Perfect Order Booster Bundle preorders Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $58.95 at Amazon Pre-Order Here Best Walmart Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle $59.88 at Walmart Pre-Order Here

Perfect Order preorders have been especially rocky in the Pokémon TCG space, with prices on ETBs constantly fluctuating. So it's great to see Perfect Order Booster Bundles back in stock at a low price with Amazon.

As of March 24, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Bundle listed for $58.95, while Walmart has the same preorder at $59.88. At Amazon’s current asking price, the six-pack bundle comes out to about $9.83 per booster pack, which is a much better deal compared to the $11.79 price for individual booster packs. Each Perfect Order booster pack contains 10 cards, one Basic Energy, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card. 

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An expansion with over 120 new cards, Perfect Order is another Pokémon trading card collection honing in on the Mega Evolutions that appear in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game — such as Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Clefable ex, and Mega Starmie ex. 

We predict prices will shoot up and consistently stay above $60 once Perfect Order is released on March 27, so we recommend pre-ordering at this low price before the release date.

For other in-demand Pokémon TCG releases, you can also get the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection (Series 1) for under $65. For more Pokémon TCG Perfect Order preorders, you can still preorder the Build and Battle Box for under $50.

The best early Amazon Big Spring Sale deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199.99 (save $49.01) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Q10 S5+ $279.99 (save $270) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $17.99 (save $22) Get Deal Best headphones deal Sony WH-CH720N $98 (save $81.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $897.96 (save $1,102.03) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 portable power station $489.99 (save $309.01) Get Deal

The sun is shining past 6 p.m., flowers are beginning to bloom, and pollen is in the air. This all means spring is finally here, and Amazon is ready to celebrate in their customary fashion: with deals.

On March 16, the retailer officially announced the third annual Amazon Big Spring Sale. Deals will be live for an entire week, from March 25-31, keeping in line with the schedule from last year's sale.

Also, as in years past, the deals featured in this sale will reflect the spirit of the season: Camping and yard care supplies, cleaning items from disinfectant wipes to robot vacuums, spring fashion, and other household essentials will be the major featured deals. While that does mean less of an emphasis on tech than Amazon's other sales like Prime Day and Black Friday, we still anticipate a selection of worthwhile savings on devices. Last year's spring sale brought savings on Amazon's devices like Kindles, Apple deals on MacBooks and iPads, and markdowns on headphones and TVs.

SEE ALSO: When is Amazon's Spring Sale in 2026? Amazon just announced official dates.

Already, we're starting to see early savings roll out on those exact product categories, from Fire sticks and Sony headphones to Roborock vacuums and Ninja kitchen appliances. Most deals are available whether or not you have a Prime membership — a major benefit of the Big Spring Sale is that, unlike Amazon's other Prime member-focused sales, a majority of the deals are available for anyone to purchase. That said, those with a Prime membership will be able to "unlock exclusive savings with Prime-exclusive Best Deals featuring the 'Prime Spring Deal' badge," according to Amazon.

Once it kicks off, the sale will also feature daily deal drops on categories from spring cleaning to beauty. In the meantime, Mashable's shopping team will be keeping an eye on the best deals live in the lead-up to Amazon's Big Spring Sale. Check out the best early finds below:

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $49.01   Get Deal Why we like it

According to our review, Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are an "easy buy" if you've been looking for a new pair of AirPods. It's easy to see why: They have excellent ANC, eight hours of listening time per charge, a built-in heart rate monitor, and live translation features. While they hit a lower price of $184 back in February, this markdown is still worth checking out.

Check out Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

MacBook deals

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $949 $1,199 (save $250)

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $949 $1,199 (save $250)

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,049 $1,099 (save $50)

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,399 (save $300)

AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)

• Apple AirPods Max — $449.99 $549 (save $99.01)

iPad deals

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $549.99 $749 (save $199.01)

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) — $559 $599 (save $40)

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) — $732.99 $799 (save $66.01)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)

Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) — $219 $249 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm) — $269 $299 (save $30)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) — $299 $399 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $399 $499 (save $100)

AirTag deals

• Apple AirTag (1st Generation, 4 Pack) — $59.99 $99 (save $39.01)

Best robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Q10 S5+ $279.99 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $270   Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable's robot vacuum expert, Leah Stodart, deemed the Roborock Q10 S5+ the best quiet robot vacuum on the market, and ahead of the Big Spring Sale, it's down to a record-low price.

One of the major pros of this vacuum is that it frequently drops down in price to $379.99, but this price drop to under $280 is especially impressive. Stodart points to the LiDAR smart mapping performance, effective sonic mopping, small obstacle avoidance, and five-digit suction power as the standouts of this vacuum. While the vacuum itself isn't slim and the edge mopping isn't the best, this remains a killer deal.

More robot vacuum deals

• Shark AV753 ION — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• iRobot Roomba 105 — $169 $319.99 (save $150.99)

• Narwal Freo X Plus — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Roborock Q7 M5+ — $249.99 $359.99 (save $110 with Prime membership)

• Mova P10 Pro Ultra — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Eufy C28 — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300)

• Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni — $599 $1,099.99 (save $500.99)

• Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller — $999.99 $1,599.99 (save $600)

Best Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $17.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $22.00   Get Deal Why we like it

The newest Fire TV Stick in Amazon's lineup, the 4K Select, was one of Mashable reader's (and team's) favorite deals from Black Friday. We saw it drop to a wildly low price of $9.99 during that sale. While this current discount doesn't quite measure up to those savings, it's still a pretty epic value. Not only is this the newest Fire TV Stick, but it's also the first one with the Linux-based Vega operating system. It offers support for Alexa+, HDR10+, Amazon Kids+, Amazon Luna, Xbox Game Pass, and NordVPN and it's already more than 50% off.

Fire TV deals

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus — $21.99 $49.99 (save $28 with code SAVE254K)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $29.99 $59.99 (save $30 with code FTV4KMAX)

• Amazon Fire TV Cube — $99.99 $139.99 (save $40)

• Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV — $199.99 $329.99 (save $130)

• Amazon 55-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV — $279.99 $459.99 (save $180)

• Amazon 55-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $719.99 $819.99 (save $100)

• Amazon 65-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV — $749.99 $849.99 (save $100)

• Amazon 75-inch Omni Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $1,249.99 $1,499.99 (save $250)

Echo device deals

• Amazon Echo Pop Kids — $29.99 $49.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Echo Spot — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30)

• Amazon Echo Show 5 — $69.99 $89.99 (save $20)

• Amazon Echo Dot Max — $74.99 $99.99 (save $25)

• Amazon Echo Show 8 — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Echo Studio — $189.99 $219.99 (save $30)

• Amazon Echo Show 11 — $169.99 $219.99 (save $50)

• Amazon Echo Show 15 — $254.99 $299.99 (save $45)

• Amazon Echo Show 21 — $349.99 $399.99 (save $50)

Kindle deals

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (16 GB) — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Kids (16GB) — $189.99 $269.99 (save $80)

Best outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 portable power station $489.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $309.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Weighing in at just under 25 pounds, Anker's Solix C1000 Gen 2 portable power station makes an excellent camping companion. The power station can keep your devices juiced up and even has enough oomph to power up some cute fairy lights or whip up a quick meal in the air fryer. It also can recharge in under 50 minutes, which can really come in handy when you're off the grid. Mashable's reviewer called it "the perfect model for taking on a weekend camping trip or keeping around the house for occasional power outages."

More outdoor deals

• LifeStraw Go Series Water Filter Bottle (1 liter) — $37.05 $49.95 (save $12.90)

• Helinox HeliDrop Ultralight, Portable Bean Bag Toss Game — $59.96 $79.95 (save $19.99)

• RTIC Ultra-Light Hard Cooler (22 quart) — $127.49 $149.95 (save $22.50)

• JBL Charge 6 Bluetooth Speaker — $129.95 $199.95 (save $70)

• Ninja FrostVault Cooler (30 quart) — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50)

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV $897.96 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $1,102.03   Get Deal Why we like it

Hisense's 2025 U7 TV combines mini LED backlighting with a 165Hz refresh rate and Dolby Atmos to pack a major punch with a not-so-major price tag. At least, now that it's considered a last-generation model. The 2026 version of the same TV (just unveiled on March 6) will run you $1,999.99 for the 75-inch model. If you opt for last year's version instead, it'll only cost you $897.96. Not only is that over 50% off, but it's about $100 cheaper than it was just last month for President's Day.

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43-inch TVs and under

• Insignia 43-inch Class F50 Series — $132.99 $199.99 (save $67)

• Hisense 32-inch S5 Déco QLED FHD TV — $194.99 $299.99 (save $105)

• Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV (newest model) — $199.97 $329.99 (save $130.02)

50- to 55-inch TVs

• Amazon 50-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV — $239.97 $399.99 (save $160.02)

• Amazon 55-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV (newest model) — $279.97 $459.99 (save $180.02)

• LG 50-inch QNED82 4K TV — $396.99 $466.99 (save $70)

• Amazon 55-inch Omni QLED 4K Fire TV — $439.99 $499.99 (save $60)

• TCL 55-inch T7 QLED 4K Fire TV — $439.99 $599.99 (save $160)

• Hisense 55-Inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV — $693.99 $999.99 (save $306)

• Hisense 55-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $739.96 $898 (save $158.04)

• Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS30F QLED 4K TV — $797.99 $1,197.99 (save $400)

• Samsung 55-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,097.99 $1,597.99 (save $400)

65-inch TVs

• TCL 65-inch T7 QLED 4K Fire TV — $477.15 $699.99 (save $222.84)

• Hisense 65-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $847.96 $2,199.99 (save $1,353.03)

• Hisense 65-Inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV — $897.99 $1,097.99 (save $200)

• TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $977.97 $1,499.99 (save $522)

75-inch TVs and up

• Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV — $529.99 $579.99 (save $50)

• TCL 75-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $797.99 $999.99 (save $202)

• Samsung 75-Inch Q8F QLED 4K TV — $897.99 $1,297.99 (save $400)

• TCL 75-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,497.97 $1,999.99 (save $502.02)

• Samsung 77-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,997.99 $2,497.99 (save $500)

• TCL 85-inch T7 QLED 4K Fire TV — $999.99 $1,399.99 (save $400)

Apple has officially announced the dates for its Worldwide Developers Conference: June 8 to 12, starting with a special event at Apple Park on Monday, June 8.

As is customary, Apple will talk about its software platforms, which most likely includes the next version of Apple's mobile platform, iOS 27, as well as new versions of macOS, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS.

In a news post accompanying the announcement, Apple said it will spotlight "incredible updates for Apple platforms, including AI advancements."

While artificial intelligence is a ubiquitous topic for tech companies these days, it's a particularly important one for Apple, which has been very slow to launch an improved version of Siri.

In particular, Apple's revamped Siri (Siri 2.0, if you will) should come with onscreen awareness, personal context, and be more deeply integrated with apps. We might also see a version of Siri that has chatbot capabilities similar to the ones in OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, and Anthropic's Claude.

As for the rest of WWDC, Apple says the conference will have more than 100 video sessions and interactive group labs and appointments. Developers who would like to attend the event in person can apply here until March 30. Not everyone gets to go; instead, Apple will randomly select the winning tickets and notify the winners on April 2.

For a more comprehensive list of what we expect to see at this year's WWDC, go here.

SEE ALSO: Apple WWDC 2026: Everything we know so far

For those following from home, the conference will be streamed on Apple's Developer app, the company's website, and YouTube channel.

TL;DR: Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is now $42.49 (reg. $499.99) with code MARCH15 until March 29.

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If you’re still working with multiple tools just to build and test your code, there’s a better way. Instead of patching together separate editors, testing tools, and deployment setups this setup keeps everything under one roof. That can mean fewer slowdowns, fewer compatibility issues, and less time spent troubleshooting.

Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is a fully featured IDE designed to streamline development workflows across languages and platforms, and for a limited time, it’s on sale for $42.49 (reg. $499.99) with code MARCH15 until March 29.

Build, test, and ship all in one place

This 64-bit development environment is built to handle large, complex projects at full speed. You can build cross-platform mobile and desktop apps with .NET MAUI, create web interfaces using Blazor, and develop applications for Windows, Linux, and containers, all without switching tools.

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Hot reload capabilities also let you apply code changes instantly across .NET and C++ apps, so you can iterate quickly without constantly restarting your environment. For developers working on larger or more dynamic projects, that kind of real-time feedback can make a noticeable difference in day-to-day productivity.

Native integrations with Azure and GitHub keep your development and deployment workflows seamlessly connected from start to finish.

Spend less time typing, more time coding

Built-in AI tools like IntelliCode analyze your coding patterns to suggest entire lines or blocks of code, helping reduce repetitive work. You’ll also get AI-assisted refactoring and real-time suggestions that can help cut down on bugs and cleanup later.

Features like CodeLens surface insights directly in your editor, including test results, commit history, and author info, so you’re not constantly switching between tabs.

This is a lifetime license for a single user, which means you pay once and keep access to the 2026 Professional version without ongoing fees. It’s a practical option for developers who prefer owning their tools rather than paying monthly subscription fees.

If you’re looking for a more streamlined way to build, test, and collaborate on your code, you can get Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 for $42.49 (reg. $499.99) with code MARCH15 until March 29.

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SAVE OVER $140: As of March 24, the Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) is on sale for $651.20 at Amazon. That's a 18% discount on the list price.

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The Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) has dropped to its lowest-ever price at Amazon, before the retailer's Big Spring Sale offically starts. As of March 24, this model is down from $799 to $651.20, a saving of $147.80 on list price and its best-ever price. This deal is for the 512GB model and is only available in the color yellow.

This is a great all-rounder iPad thanks to its powerful performance from the A16 chip. Whether it's gaming, streaming, photo editing, or work tasks, it'll perform fast and efficiently. And it won't run out of battery either; this model boasts an all-day battery life.

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It has a Liquid Retina display with True Tone that is designed to adjust to ambient lighting to make the viewing experience comfortable no matter the lighting. Other features include a 12MP Center Stage front camera for video calls and a 12MP rear camera with True Tone flash for 4K video and document scanning.

Connectivity includes WiFi 6 and optional 5G, along with a USB-C port for charging and accessories. It also supports Apple accessories like the Apple Pencil (USB-C) and the Magic Keyboard Folio.

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SAVE OVER $500: As of March 24, the Hisense 85-inch QD7 TV is on sale for $797.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price.

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Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25-31, but if you're looking for an early discount on a great TV, we've found just the deal for you.

As of March 24, the Hisense 85-inch QD7 TV is over $500 off ($502), taking the price down from $1,299.99 to $797.99. This is only three cents off its best-ever price of $797.96, so this really is a strong early deal.

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This price is for the 85-inch TV, but all sizes are heavily reduced, from 50-inch all the way to 100-inch. And with each size, you'll be getting the same impressive quality of Mini LED backlighting with up to 600 nits peak brightness. It also has full array local dimming to give you better contrast and deeper shadows, brighter highlights, and reduced halo effects.

It's a great option for gamers too, thanks to the native 144Hz panel with Motion Rate 480, 144Hz Game Mode Pro, and AMD FreeSync Premium. And on the inside, the TV runs on Fire TV. This means you'll get all your content and most used apps in one easy-to-navigate home screen. You'll also get Alexa voice control which makes searching for content much easier.

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SAVE $39.01: As of March 24, the Apple AirTag four-pack is on sale for $59.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% discount on the list price.

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Amazon's Big Spring Sale kicks off this week, which can only mean one thing: record-low prices on Apple products. And that's exactly what we're getting with the Apple AirTag four-pack, which is heavily discounted ahead of the sale. As of March 24, these trackers are down to just $59.99. That works out at around $14.99 per AirTag, and is the lowest-ever price for this popular bundle.

AirTags are the perfect product if you're often losing items like your passport, wallet, or keys. They're a compact tracker that works with the Find My app, so you can keep track of everyday items. The setup is easy — just a simple connection to an iPhone or iPad. You can also share an AirTag with up to five people so multiple users can track the same item.

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It includes a built-in speaker to play a sound when trying to find an item that's nearby but out of sight (i.e. down the side of the couch). It also has Precision Finding with Ultra Wideband technology to help guide you directly to it on supported iPhone models.

For items further away, it uses the Find My network of Apple devices to help locate it, and Lost Mode can notify you when an item is detected again. This is ideal for luggage when flying, and it even lets you share the location with third parties such as airlines. Also, every AirTag is powered by a replaceable battery that lasts over a year. When it runs out, just replace with a CR2032 coin cell battery to keep using the tracker.

This AirTag bundle has never been priced so low, so get this deal at Amazon now.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, March 24, 2026:

AcrossApple computers

• The answer is Macs.

Colorful parrot with a long tail

• The answer is Macaw.

Enticing scent

• The answer is Aroma.

___ song (dangerous lure)

• The answer is Siren.

"Barbie" character whose job is "beach"

• The answer is Ken.

DownSinging sister in the Osmond family

• The answer is Marie.

Future oak tree, perhaps

• The answer is Acorn.

Attended

• The answer is Came.

___ song (farewell performance)

• The answer is Swan.

Conceal

• The answer is Mask.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

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

SAVE $300: As of March 24, the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air is on sale for $1,299 at Amazon. That's $300 off the list price and the best-ever price for this model.

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Amazon's Big Spring Sale is still a day away, but the retailer has already dropped some impressive deals on Apple products, including the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air M4.

As of March 24, this impressive laptop has dropped to $1,299 from $1,599. Not only is that a saving of $300 on list price, but it's the best-ever price for this model. This price is specific to the 512GB model in the color sky blue. The starlight option is also heavily reduced, and costs just 97 cents more.

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We crowned this MacBook the best for most people in 2026, so trust us when we say it's a great option if you're looking for an Apple computer that can do a bit of everything. The display is one of the best, giving you a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display that supports up to one billion colors. And it's built with the powerful M4 chip, so it will give you fast performance with every task, even if you're multitasking between heavy jobs like video editing. You'll also get up to 18 hours of battery life, no matter how heavy your workload is.

For video calls, enjoy the benefits of the 12MP Center Stage camera (a feature that keeps you centered in the frame), three microphones, and a six-speaker system with Spatial Audio support. And of course, with macOS, you'll be able to download a wide range of apps including Microsoft 365 Copilot and Adobe Creative Cloud.

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Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 is officially the biggest game in the universe, or at least it feels like it if you look at social media. But not everyone is having a friction-free time navigating its Minecraft-inspired mechanics.

For example, some players online have gotten stuck when it comes to learning the Suck ability. This is one of the protagonist Ditto's powers it can learn over the course of the game's story, each of which is crucial to building the Pokémon island of your dreams. Progressing in Pokopia can occasionally be a little confusing, so allow us to help out. Here is how to learn Suck in Pokémon Pokopia.

SEE ALSO: 'Pokémon Pokopia' is the cozy escape the internet needed How suck up water in Pokopia

In case you aren't aware, Suck is an ability that allows Ditto to vacuum up water and displace it somewhere else. This can be useful for clearing flooded areas or creating creeks or ponds of your own, which can either be useful for aesthetic purposes or for summoning new Pokémon via habitats that require water.

If you really want to move water around but don't have Suck yet, don't fret. The solution, according to the internet, is to just keep playing through the story. Specifically, per Reddit, the first thing you need to do is progress far enough in the Rocky Ridges area to build the Pokémon center there. This will take some time, as building a Pokémon center is usually the culmination of lots of other smaller questlines in a given area.

Once that's done, you should be able to get a request from Piplup in the Bleak Beach area to create a waterfall. In order to create said waterfall, you'll need to get a Paldean Wooper to come help out. This can be done by creating a "marshy tall grass" habitat, which consists of four yellow tall grass tiles near a body of muddy water.

Put those components down, wait a bit, and eventually, Paldean Wooper should show up and kickstart the process of teaching Ditto how to use Suck.

The key to making anything happen in Pokémon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 is to get a little help from your friends.

Case in point: getting paper. No, I don't mean "get that paper" in the "making money" sense. I mean, literally, getting paper as an item in your inventory so you can complete requests or use it in construction projects. This can be done somewhat easily if you get far enough in Pokopia's story, but like a lot of other things in this adorable Pokémon life sim, it's not as straightforward as you'd think.

SEE ALSO: 10 of the coolest and weirdest 'Pokémon Pokopia' builds we've seen so far How to get paper in Pokémon Pokopia

If you've played a decent chunk of Pokopia, which I assume you have if you find yourself needing paper, then you probably know that certain materials can only be created by handing a prerequisite ingredient to a Pokémon who has a certain skill that can transmute what you gave it into something else. One early-game example is giving wood to Scyther, who processes it into lumber. Paper is the result of a similar process.

Specifically, you're going to need to befriend a Pokémon with the "Recycle" ability. There are a few in the game who can do this, including Porygon and Beldum, but probably the easiest one to get is Trubbish, who you can meet pretty early in the game's story in the Bleak Beach area. His habitat consists of a Sign, a Waste Bin, and some Garbage Bags, which can all be found in Bleak Beach. You can also wait until you meet Metang later in the game's story, as that Pokémon also has Recycle.

Once you have a Trubbish on hand, the next step is finding Wastepaper, an item that's not particularly useful on its own but can be turned into Paper by giving it to a Pokémon with the Recycle ability. This is where the process can get a little tedious if you're relying on a Trubbish at Bleak Beach, as wastepaper is much more commonly found in the Sparkling Skylands area later in the story.

However, Nintendo Life has a hot tip that you can use a Dragonite Doll to travel to a dream island that should have an abundance of Wastepaper for your needs, potentially even before you've unlocked Sparkling Skylands.

Hopefully, this piece has given you at least a cursory idea of how to get Paper in Pokémon Pokopia. Whatever you do with that paper is up to you, though.

If you're ready to invest in an Echo, you don't need to buy these devices at full price. They always go on sale during events like Prime Day and Black Friday, so it's worth holding out until the next big sale.

The next sale happens to be right around the corner, too. Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to 31. Like any Amazon sale, we expect some of the biggest discounts will be on Amazon's own devices, and that includes Echos. The sale hasn't even started, and we've spotted great savings on the Echo Show and Echo Spot. So if you're ready to buy, take advantage of these 40% discounts before the sale ends.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Alexa is a Mashable Readers' Choice Award winner New Echos in 2025

On Sept. 30, 2025, Amazon debuted several new Echo devices. We've yet to test the new Amazon Echo Dot Max or the refreshed Echo Studio, however, once we've completed testing, we'll add them to this guide.

Changes to existing Echo devices in 2025

For existing Echo owners, or those looking to become ones, a major change happened in 2025 that affects user privacy. Amazon sent out an email to users saying the "Do Not Send Voice Recordings" feature on the device will no longer be available as of March 28, 2025. But what does that mean?

Previously, the "Do Not Send Voice Recordings" setting allowed the devices to process requests locally without sending them to Amazon servers. However, with that setting no longer supported, all requests will now go through Amazon servers. Plus, if you do have that setting turned on after the change goes into effect, you'll lose access to the Voice ID feature as well.

While Amazon promises that all information requests are encrypted and secure, it still means that the retailer has access to all of that data.

What can an Echo smart speaker do? Trying out the new Echo Spot smart alarm clock. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

All Echo devices utilize Amazon Alexa's AI superpowers — it's just a matter of which form you want your Echo to take. The Echo and Echo Dot are smart speakers that you can use for music, phone calls, calendar reminders, or news alerts. Amazon Echo Show devices, on the other hand, can do all of the aforementioned audio stuff, but they also boast colorful displays for making video calls, streaming entertainment, or managing your day. Think of Echo Shows as stationary, more affordable tablets, essentially.

Most Echo devices are designed to act as smart hubs within your home, but some Echo devices can also be taken on the road. Echo Auto brings hands-free Alexa functionality to the car, while Echo Buds and Echo Frames can travel with you anywhere.

What can Alexa+ do?

Alexa is to Amazon as Siri is to Apple, and is the driving force behind every Echo. But Alexa just got a big upgrade. Now there's Alexa+, a new AI-powered version of Alexa introduced to Echo devices in March 2025. For Prime subscribers, Alexa+ will be included in membership, and non-subscribers will have to pay $19.99 per month for the service.

Alexa has an answer to almost anything you ask. Just by shouting out, you can play music, adjust the volume, and set an alarm or timer. And that's just naming a few options. On devices like the Echo Show, you can also ask Alexa to pull up recipes or answer questions that come up while cooking. With Alexa+, the AI agent doesn't just respond to commands but can actually engage in conversation.

Here's a short list of what Alexa+ can do:

• Provide a highlight reel of the day's security footage

• Read stories to kids

• Plan a date night

• Book restaurant reservations

• Control your smart home technology from one central hub

• Access your calendars and set reminders

• Get answers to any question you can think of

• Make phone calls (and video calls with an Echo Show)

• Get the latest weather and news

• Follow recipes

• Shop on Amazon

• Stream music (and video on an Amazon Echo Show)

• Play games

There are more than 100,000 Alexa skills that you can utilize via an Echo device, and Amazon is always adding more.

Alexa gets supercharged when other smart home tech comes into the picture. If you have a smart thermostat or smart light bulbs, as long as they're compatible with the Alexa system, you can create routines through your Echo. That can be as simple as telling Alexa to turn on the lights in one room or programming Alexa to turn the thermostat down before you come home.

If you're ready for an Alexa-powered home, read on for the 10 best Amazon Echo devices of 2025.

Apple's annual developer conference is less than three months away, and the rumor mill is turning at full speed. Between several sources, most notably Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, we've got a pretty clear picture of what to expect when Tim Cook takes the stage in June.

Of course, Apple is still capable of some surprises. (Last week's AirPods Max 2 launch came out of nowhere, for instance.) With that in mind, here's what we know about the annual iOS-focused event.

When is WWDC 2026?

Apple hasn't officially announced WWDC 2026 yet, but history is a reliable guide here. From past years, Apple typically announces the event in late March, and the conference itself lands in the first or second week of June — almost without fail. Based on that pattern, some sites like 9to5Mac expect WWDC 2026 to run from June 8–12, with the keynote kicking things off on Monday, June 8.

SEE ALSO: Apple's iPhone Fold may come later than we thought iOS 27

In November 2025, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman broke the news that iOS 27 is being positioned internally as Apple's "Snow Leopard" moment — a callback to the 2009 Mac OS X release that famously ran a "no new features" marketing campaign that laid the groundwork for every update since.

As Gurman described it, Apple's engineering teams are "combing through Apple's operating systems, hunting for bloat to cut, bugs to eliminate, and any opportunity to meaningfully boost performance and overall quality." The motivation isn't hard to understand. Since the release of iOS 26, users have reported a lengthy list of grievances, including device overheating and unexplained battery drain, as well as UI glitches, keyboard failures, and sluggish animations.

According to Gurman, iOS 27 is also meant to prepare Apple's software stack for its foldable iPhone. Other than that, expect to see new refreshes for watchOS, tvOS, macOS, visionOS, and iPadOS.

Siri is finally getting a real upgrade (no, really this time)

The long-promised overhaul to Siri — the one Apple has been teasing and delaying since the early Apple Intelligence announcements — is expected to be front and center at WWDC 2026. AppleInsider reported that the update, codenamed "Campo" internally, will give Siri an interface closer to what you'd expect from ChatGPT or Claude. It's a more conversational, chatbot-style experience that Apple has been quietly building toward.

According to AppleInsider, a deal struck earlier this year will see Apple incorporate Google's Gemini models into its Apple Foundation Models framework. It was a deal worth $1 billion per year, and its comparatively small change given Apple's existing $20 billion annual arrangement with Google for default search placement.

Beyond the Siri overhaul, Gurman reported that Apple is weaving AI into additional apps throughout iOS 27. The most intriguing addition: a health-focused AI agent tied to a Health+ subscription, expected to arrive next fall. There's also reportedly an expansion of Apple's AI-powered web search, which Apple is positioning as a direct competitor to both ChatGPT and Perplexity.

Gurman also revealed that Apple has been internally testing a full chatbot app called Veritas, which is described as a text-based proving ground for the re-architected Siri. Apple reportedly has no plans to release Veritas as a standalone product.

The Tim Cook situation

No WWDC preview would be complete without a word on Apple's leadership. A Financial Times report from November 2025 claimed Cook was poised to step down between late January and June 2026. That window has now passed without incident, and Gurman — who has been tracking Apple's succession planning closely — called the FT's specific timeline "simply false."

Gurman's broader read from his newsletter is that Cook "still loves the job," succession planning is ongoing with John Ternus (SVP of Hardware Engineering) as the leading internal candidate, but an imminent departure is not in the cards. When Cook does eventually step down, he's expected to remain as board chairman. So don't expect any dramatic announcements from the WWDC stage this June.