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SAVE $150: The Ninja Slushi Max is on sale at Amazon for $349.99, down from the standard price of $499.99. That's a 30% discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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We're down to the final weeks of football season. That means just a few more opportunities to host the football party of all football parties. If you've mastered the snacks, upgraded to a massive TV, and have the most comfortable couch ever, there's only one upgrade left — turn every beverage into a slushy. Thankfully, there's a great deal on an at-home slushy machine today.

As of Jan. 14, the Ninja Slushi Max is on sale at Amazon for $349.99, down from the standard price of $499.99. That works out to a savings of $150 from a 30% discount. This sale price also matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Ninja makes some of our favorite kitchen appliances, and the Ninja Slushi is a highlight. In testing the original Slushi machine, Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart found it to be "a serotonin booster worth trying." She slush-ified White Claws, protein shakes, a pre-workout electrolyte drink, and straight Pepsi, finding the machine to get weekly use in her home.

But Ninja went ahead and outdid themselves with the Ninja Slushi Max. It's a steroid-ridden version of the original with a much larger capacity and more versatility in terms of what it can turn into a slushy. For starters, Ninja considers this the party drink machine, crafting up to 150 ounces of frozen dreams.

Perfect for particular parties, the Ninja Slushi Max is also a much better bartender compared to the original. This model can slush cocktails that contain up to 20% alcohol. Ninja notes that'll get you access to enjoying a slushy version of mudslide cocktail, a cosmo, or a Long Island iced tea. On the non-alcoholic side, the machine has a setting for the perfect milkshake or frozen juice. The kids will be thrilled about this treat on warm summer days.

While hosting the final few football parties of the year, impress your guests with the Ninja Slushi Max. You'll be able to get 150 ounces of frozen goodness from each batch and be able to wash most elements in the dishwasher come cleanup.

SAVE $1,200: The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $1,599, down from the list price of $2,799. That's a 43% discount.

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Not many people love a power outage. Sure, the first two hours might be fun cuddled up on the couch with a blanket and whatever phone battery you have left, but that charm tends to fade quickly. The moment your phone enters 20% power left or you consider what you'll eat for the next meal, the novelty of relaxing on the couch is gone. Instead of dealing with this inconvenience, a portable power station eases those issues, and there's a beast of a model on sale right now.

Plenty of portable power stations are designed to keep small gadgets charged up while camping or during a short power outage. But for longer outages or for keeping big appliances online, you want something hefty.

SEE ALSO: The Jackery HomePower 3000 power station is over $1,000 off at Amazon

The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus gives off 3,584Wh of battery capacity which can keep your refrigerator going for up to three days. You'll be able to make coffee in the morning or even wash a load of clothes in the washing machine. Don't forget the advantage of being able to keep the WiFi router online, so long as that service is still up and running during the storm.

The wheels and telescoping handle on the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus means it'll be easy to roll this around your home from the kitchen to the living room. Another benefit is major expandability. Jackery made this model compatible with the Jackery Battery Pack 3600 which adds an additional 3,584kWh to the system, doubling the power.

Before the next winter storm hits that knocks out power, upgrade to the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus. You'll be able to keep lights on, make coffee, keep the refrigerator cooling, and even stay connected to to WiFi.

Verizon is suffering from a massive outage today with cellular service down for many of Verizon's customers across the country.

How can it get any worse for Verizon? Well, what if one of their biggest competitors was spiking the football right now on social media, bragging about how their service is still working perfectly?

Because that's exactly what T-Mobile is doing.

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"T-Mobile’s network is keeping our customers connected, and we’ve confirmed that our network is operating normally and as expected," T-Mobile said in a post on X. "However due to Verizon’s reported outage, our customers may not be able to reach someone with Verizon service at this time."

Some of the top replies on T-Mobile's post are from Verizon customers openly pondering whether they should switch cellphone carriers.

"Ice cold," replied one user on X.

However, T-Mobile's post serves an actual purpose beyond just trolling Verizon.

When Verizon went down, many other cellular customers with companies like T-Mobile and AT&T also started reporting that their service was down. Downdetector saw a spike in downtime complaints for T-Mobile, AT&T, and other wireless carriers right around the time Verizon's network experienced outages.

However, as T-Mobile shared, the company wasn't experiencing any network issues. Instead, T-Mobile customers were likely trying to contact Verizon customers and couldn't get through because of the Verizon outage. As a result, some customers may have incorrectly assumed they were experiencing issues too.

So, yes, ice cold comments from T-Mobile, but also a much-needed statement to set the record straight.

For the latest news, Mashable is providing live updates on the Verizon outage.

Updated on Jan. 14 at 6:48 p.m. ET: Users from a variety of mobile networks reported service disruptions today. However, Verizon appears to be the source of the outage, and the company has confirmed it's experiencing an ongoing service issue.

Updated on Jan. 14 at 4:13 p.m. ET: In an emailed statement to Mashable, an AT&T spokesperson said the company’s network is "operating normally at this time."

Like T-Mobile, it seems that the spike in error reports for AT&T stems from customers attempting to reach people affected by Verizon’s outage, rather than a problem with AT&T’s own service. AT&T's X account also confirmed that its coverage was fine and that the problem was with "the other guys."

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Updated on Jan. 14 at 3:55 p.m. ET: T-Mobile issued a statement on X confirming that its cellular network was operating normally — and taking a subtle jab at Verizon.

"T-Mobile’s network is keeping our customers connected, and we’ve confirmed that our network is operating normally and as expected. However due to Verizon’s reported outage, our customers may not be able to reach someone with Verizon service at this time."

This update could explain why some T-Mobile customers reported problems even as the company's network was fully operational. Users may have tried calling Verizon customers and been unable to complete the call, which they incorrectly interpreted as a problem with their own service.

Updated on Jan. 14 at 2:59 p.m. ET: The Verizon outage appears to be widespread, severe, and ongoing, with some mobile users' phones stuck in SOS mode.

According to Downdetector, the carrier is experiencing "a catastrophic break in standard cellular connectivity," with more than 1 million reports (1,053,104) logged in the past 24 hours. The situation peaked at 5:45 p.m. UTC, when Downdetector recorded 178,284 reports within a 15-minute window. (Disclosure: Downdetector and Mashable are both owned by Ziff Davis.)

Per Downdetector, the highest concentration of Verizon user error reports is coming from New York City and Atlanta. Significant outage volumes have also been recorded in Charlotte, Houston, and Dallas, indicating a national event rather than a localized issue. Verizon also added a new statement on social media, although it's phrased similarly to the previous update:

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T-Mobile, meanwhile, said its own network is functioning normally. In a statement to Mashable over email, the carrier said:

“T-Mobile’s network is keeping our customers connected, and we’ve confirmed that our network is operating normally and as expected. However, due to Verizon’s reported outage, our customers may not be able to reach someone with Verizon service at this time.”

There’s been no official comment yet from AT&T.

A major telecommunications outage is unfolding, with a surge of error reports pointing to widespread service disruptions across Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. In particular, many Verizon customers are reporting that their phones have gone into SOS mode, though they should still be able to make 911 calls via satellite.

According to Downdetector, user error reports started to spike around 11:55 a.m. ET on Wednesday. (Disclosure: Downdetector and Mashable are both owned by Ziff Davis.) While some users on AT&T and T-Mobile networks have also reported issues, Verizon customers appear to be bearing the brunt of the disruption. On X, "Verizon" quickly began trending as users attempted to figure out what was happening.

With the outage still developing, details remain limited. So far, Verizon is the only carrier to publicly acknowledge the issue.

In a post on X, the company said: “We are aware of an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers. Our engineers are engaged and are working to identify and solve the issue quickly. We understand how important reliable connectivity is and apologize for the inconvenience.”

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That same message has been repeated in replies to multiple users who tagged Verizon Support seeking help. Mashable reached out to Verizon for comment, and we received the same message that was previously posted on social media.

Downdetector categorized the Verizon outage as "Very High," and the service received a peak of 178,284 error reports within a 15-minute window on Wednesday afternoon. In total, Downdetector says it's received more than 1 million Verizon user error reports. Among those users, 59 percent reported "mobile phone failure," while 34 percent reported "total loss of signal."

Downdetector also reports that Verizon user error reports have spiked in New York City, Houston, Atlanta, and Charlotte in particular.

In a response to users on X, T-Mobile stated that it was not currently experiencing any widespread coverage issues on its network.

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Many Verizon mobile users experienced a major service disruption on Wednesday afternoon, with customers reporting that their phones suddenly went into SOS mode.

Affected customers who want to check their local area for network problems have several options.

SEE ALSO: Verizon support hints at phone bill 'discount' for outage

The platform Downdetector has a regularly updated Verizon outage map available online. (Disclosure: Downdetector and Mashable are both owned by Ziff Davis.)

The Downdetector heat map shows widespread Verizon outages, as reported by users. Credit: Screenshot courtesy of Downdetector

The heat map shows clusters of user error reports in major U.S. cities, including New York, Boston, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Atlanta. The outage map also indicates Verizon customers in Los Angeles and Seattle are experiencing problems, suggesting this is a true coast-to-coast problem.

You can also go to the Verizon website to check the company's network status; however, this page appears to be experiencing intermittent problems. Mashable reporters were unable to access an updated map at Verizon's website, and instead received the same statement Verizon posted on X previously.

"Verizon engineering teams are continuing to address today's service interruptions. Our teams remain fully deployed and are focused on the issue. We understand the impact this has on your day and remain committed to resolving this as quickly as possible."

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Mashable has been providing ongoing coverage of the Verizon outage, which the company acknowledged in a statement: "We are aware of an issue impacting wireless voice and data services for some customers. Our engineers are engaged and are working to identify and solve the issue quickly. We understand how important reliable connectivity is and apologize for the inconvenience."

The company later said that its "engineering teams are continuing to address today's service interruptions."

So far, Verizon has not indicated what caused the ongoing outage or when service would be fully restored.

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YouTube is adding more ways to ensure the content your kids consume on their feeds is age and developmentally appropriate.

Starting today, parents can set screen limits for teen accounts that specifically monitor the amount of time young users spending scrolling through their Shorts feed. As the feature rolls out, parents will also get the option to set Shorts scrolling time to zero. Time controls can be set for specified periods of the day, and caretakers can also create custom reminders that alert their teens to bedtimes or recommend taking a break.

SEE ALSO: Google reverses key parental control policy

"This is an industry-first feature that puts parents firmly in control of the amount of short-form content their kids watch. This also gives parents flexibility," said YouTube.

The company has also penned new best practices for teen users, which will power an updated recommendation engine specific to minor accounts that amplifies what YouTube and consulted professionals deem "high quality" content. Examples given include videos from education accounts like Khan Academy, CrashCourse, and TED-Ed.

YouTube is one of the most popular platforms among adults and teens, and is used by 9 out of 10 teens in the country, according to a recent report by the Pew Center. It's the only site frequented in equal measure by older and younger adolescents, compared to social media platforms like TikTok or Instagram. The platform has struggled to button up its content moderation and advertising for young users, with past reports of minors encountering graphic content even while scrolling its kids-specific offerings.

YouTube has released a suite of well-being and safety features in response, including a new age verification system powered by AI that flags suspected minor accounts and automatically applies age appropriate settings. Users can upload their IDs to confirm they're adults if they are incorrectly flagged as under 18. The platform joins many other companies cracking down on child safety risks using age assurance technology, as the industry faces ongoing pressure from federal leaders.

Last call: The Kindle, Kindle Scribe, and Kindle Colorsoft are still on sale for up to 31% off through tomorrow morning. Secure your e-reader for a steal while you still can.

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Several Kindle e-readers have been chilling at discounts up to 31% off for the past few weeks, but all good things must come to an end. If you want to double down on your reading in 2026, an e-reader is definitely a great choice — and Kindles are at the top of the pack. Mashable's e-reader expert calls them "a true must-have device for avid readers" and I must say, I agree wholeheartedly. While they're not overly expensive, they're not exactly cheap either. That's why we suggest snagging them while they're still on sale.

For those who require zero bells and whistles, the basic Kindle is the way to go. It's my pride and joy and I will rave about it until the cows come home. It's the most affordable option in Amazon's lineup on a normal day at $109.99, but with the current discount, you'll only pay $89.99. That's not quite as good as its Black Friday price, but it's still the only option under $100. It's also the smallest option at only six inches, making it the best pick for one-handed reading and traveling.

If you like to scribble down your thoughts and make annotations in the margins of books, the Kindle Scribe is for you. While there's a newer version on the market, you'll save over $200 by opting for the previous generation while it's on sale. It's a bit bigger than a typical Kindle at 10.2 inches, making it a solid choice for someone with vision issues as well.

Finally, the newest Kindle Colorsoft is on sale for $50 off. It's essentially like the Kindle Paperwhite, but with a color screen. It's waterproof, has adjustable warmth and brightness, a long battery life, and it's just seven inches. Mashable's Kindle expert, Samantha Mangino, said she wouldn't recommend it at full price, but for just under $200, it's a much better buy.

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Roblox kicked off 2026 by attempting to deal with its most pressing issue: Predators taking advantage of kids playing and socializing on the video game platform. Last week, the company rolled out AI-powered age checks provided by third-party processor Persona for all of its users in order to place them in age-appropriate chats. The age verification process is mandatory if users want to chat on the platform.

Unfortunately, according to a new report from Wired, there have been some real issues with the age verification system, and the result has led to backlash among users, parents, and Roblox developers alike.

However, in a statement to Mashable, Roblox said it was pleased with the implementation of the new AI age verification system so far.

"To suggest that our age check technology isn't working is a fundamental misunderstanding of what it takes to shift safety at scale," said Roblox Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman in a statement to Mashable. "With a global community of over 150 million daily active users, we are pleased with where we are in the roll out process...Expecting the system to be flawless overnight is ignoring the scale of this undertaking."

What's going on?

As mentioned, in order to utilize the chat features on Roblox, users are now required to verify their age. To do so, Roblox users need to either upload a selfie for facial age estimation or provide a government-issued ID. Based on a user's age, Roblox then places the account in a specific age group category in order to help ensure that adults and children can't interact on the platform.

SEE ALSO: Roblox: A parent's guide to keeping your kids safe

However, just a week into the rollout of the age verification system, Wired has found that the AI has been making significant mistakes to the detriment of the platform. The report details how users over the age of 18 are being mistakenly labeled as kids and placed in the wrong age group category. The reverse has occurred as well, with users under 18 being placed in adult age groups.

"ROBLOX AGE FACE SCAN VERIFICATION SAID MY 10 YEAR OLD LITTLE BROTHER WAS 16-17????" posted one user on X.

"I'm 23 (nearly 24) and it's forced me as a 16-17 year old," said another user on X. "I don't want to be chatting with fucking children."

Users under 18 have also posted videos of how they've tricked Roblox's age verification system.

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One user posted a video of a 3D animated avatar they uploaded, which Roblox's system identified as over 18. Another user, a young boy, posted a video of themselves fooling the Roblox' age verification system by drawing a mustache and beard on his face with a marker. The system indicated that it thought he was over the age of 21.

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And in a dark twist, Wired found that there was a black market growing on eBay where sellers were auctioning off Roblox accounts that were already age-verified, providing potential predators with yet another workaround to the system.

Roblox game developers have also complained that the age verification system is hurting their games by decimating their chat activity. One developer shared an analytics screenshot that showed chat activity on their game declining by an average of 50 percent over the last week.

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Roblox is extremely popular with young children and teens. The company has previously said that half of the U.S. population under the age of 16 is on the platform. Because of this, predators have targeted the platform's user base and, as a result, Roblox has been hit with a number of lawsuits regarding child safety over the past year. For the good of both the user base and the platform, it's critical that Roblox gets this right.

Roblox's creator forum has since been filled with complaints regarding the new age verification system. The company responded with its own post on the forum about how it will address some of the issues.

"Roblox may periodically re-check users’ age if fraud is suspected or take appropriate action if there we see signs of potential age misrepresentation," Roblox said in a post. "As part of our ongoing investment in safety, we will also be developing and improving detection for such behavior."

Roblox also added an update to share privacy details regarding the age verification process. For example, Roblox says Persona does not retain any data and deletes a user's image as soon as the age verification process is complete. 

Mashable reached out to Roblox for comment regarding the situation and received a statement from the company's Chief Safety Officer, Matt Kaufman:

“To suggest that our age check technology isn't working is a fundamental misunderstanding of what it takes to shift safety at scale. With a global community of over 150 million daily active users, we are pleased with where we are in the roll out process. It’s a process that will take time, you can’t flip a switch while building something that hasn’t existed before. 

Tens of millions of users have already completed the process, proving that the vast majority of our community values a safer, more age-appropriate environment. Expecting the system to be flawless overnight is ignoring the scale of this undertaking. We’ve already shared updates with our creator community to make this a smoother transition. This technology is the foundation of a new gold standard that limits communication between adults and minors by default. 

We are building for the next decade of the internet, not the next news cycle. We will continue to innovate, continue to require age checks, and continue to lead the industry where others have been too hesitant to go.”

UPDATE: Jan. 14, 2026, 2:15 p.m. EST This story has been updated with a response from Roblox.

SAVE 9%: As of Jan. 14, you can get the Magic: The Gathering March of the Machine Draft Booster Box for $136.83, down from $149.99, at Amazon. That's a $13.16 savings.

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If you’re ready to relive the massive finale of the Phyrexian invasion, grabbing an older draft box is a great way to do it without the "new set" price hike.

As of Jan. 14, the Magic: The Gathering March of the Machine Draft Booster Box is on sale for $136.83, down from $149.99, at Amazon. To give you an idea of the value, the current market price for this box is hovering around $132.01, with some recent sales going as high as $145.01. Getting this for under $137 with Prime shipping is a solid deal for anyone looking to host a draft night.

SEE ALSO: CES 2026: Dell teases new ultra-slim and entry-level Alienware gaming laptops

The box includes 36 Draft Booster packs, each with 15 cards. This set was a huge deal when it launched because it introduced the Battle card type, which lets you and your friends fight over different planes for tactical advantages. Every single pack is also guaranteed to have at least one Multiverse Legend — a reprint of an iconic legendary creature with a special showcase frame from its home plane.

You're also looking at one to two cards of rarity Rare or higher in every pack. While the most valuable serialized cards are exclusive to Collector Boosters, you can still find a Traditional Foil Borderless Mythic Planeswalker in about 1 percent of these draft packs.

TL;DR: Live stream Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Nigeria will not be competing in this summer's World Cup, which is a real shame for dedicated fans. They're stacked with talent, including attacking stars like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. With their squad, they should be qualifying for the biggest tournaments. But alas, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is all they've got right now.

Nigeria face off against hosts Morocco in the second semi-final matchup. It's an absolutely huge fixture between two star-studded teams. Nigeria have looked really impressive so far, but Morocco are the pre-tournament favorites for a reason. The hosts haven't really been tested yet, but that's about to change.

If you want to watch Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Nigeria vs. Morocco?

Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off at 3 p.m. ET on Jan. 14. This fixture takes place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.

How to watch Nigeria vs. Morocco for free

Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is available to live stream for free on Channel 4.

Channel 4 is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock Channel 4 to stream AFCON for free from anywhere in the world.

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Live stream Nigeria vs. Morocco for free by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can access free live streams of AFCON without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream Nigeria vs. Morocco (plus more 2025 Africa Cup of Nations fixtures) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Channel 4?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Channel 4, for a number of reasons:

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UP TO 70% OFF: Lovehoney's Valentine's Day Sale is live. Get up to 50% off select sex toys (including vibrators, male masturbators, and butt plugs), $25 and under lingerie, and a free gift when you spend $89 or more. Bonus: You can still get up to 70% off clearance items.

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Valentine’s Day is exactly one month away, and if you haven’t planned anything yet, now’s the time to do it. Tons of sex toy retailers still have New Year’s sales going on, but Lovehoney is getting a head start on V-Day with discounts on vibrators, lingerie, and more.

PSA: You don’t have to have a partner to buy yourself a little treat for V-Day. Valentine’s is for everyone, and sometimes, having a sexy solo date at home is the best way to celebrate.

Here’s the lowdown on how to get the best bang for your buck.

Select vibes are up to 50% off

Lovehoney still has quite a few items that aren’t on sale, but the dedicated sale page and clearance section have hundreds of products available for unbelievable (not to be dramatic) prices. For example, you can get the Lovehoney Romance Gift Set (12 Piece) for just $129 — that’s 60% off the list price and a damn good deal for a 12-piece set that includes heavy hitters like the We-Vibe Jive 2. Or, if you’re looking for something a little more festive, the Lovehoney Rose (with 1,500+ reviews) is only $42.99.

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Right now, Lovehoney has a wide selection of intimate apparel, from teddies to crotchless bodysuits to “wet look” BDSM-inspired sets, all available for $25 and under. I’m literally adding this Escante Stretchy Wet Look Body Set to my cart as we speak.

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One thing to love about Lovehoney is that they keep things low-key. Every order is sent in plain, discreet packaging, so your nosey neighbors won't have a clue what’s inside.

If you're aiming for that Feb. 14 deadline, keep in mind that standard shipping is free when you spend $59 or more. It usually takes about four to six working days to arrive, so ordering now means you won't be sweating it out as the holiday gets closer.

In a time when everything is done on a screen, we're all craving some fun ways to disconnect from the chaos of scrolling. If you grew up solving the Rubik's Cube (or attempting) and playing the classic Tetris, you're in for a real treat.

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In late 2025, the Rubik’s Tetris Cube dropped, and yes, it's a dreamy as it sounds. Or frustrating, depending on how you feel about solving a Rubik's Cube.

It's a re-worked classic Rubik's Cube that adds an element of Tetris. Instead of maneuvering the cube to line up each color in a three-by-three grid, you'll rearrange the cube into iconic Tetriminos we all know from Tetris.

Twist and shape the cube to create the green S-shape from Tetris, a purple T-shape, a yellow O-shape, and everyone's favorite shape — the red Z, plus a few more. When you've solved the puzzle (or feel done trying), you can display it on the included stand. That'll fit in perfectly on the shelf with your favorite Lego builds.

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Rubik's considers solving the puzzle to be an advanced challenge, rating it as a 4 on the 1 to 5 challenge scale, and the brand recommends the Cube for those ages 8 and older.

The Rubik’s Tetris Cube first launched at Target, both online and in stores, but you can also snag it at Amazon, although it's currently a few dollars more. Rubik's says we can expect availability at Walmart come March.

SAVE $70.99: As of Jan. 14, get the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse for $89, down from its usual price of $159.99. That's a discount of 44%.

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A great gaming mouse is a must if you're looking to make PC gaming your main setup. If you like twitchy games, having one with a high DPI is important. And if you prefer more precision, it can help make you feel more comfortable with certain games. This Razer mouse that's on sale right now is a great all-rounder pick that can elevate anyone's game time.

As of Jan. 14, get the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse for $89, down from its usual price of $159.99. That's $70.99 off and a discount of 44%. This price is also within a dollar of its lowest price yet.

SEE ALSO: Lenovo debuts a concept 'no-charging' keyboard and mouse combo at CES 2026

This wireless mouse has a 30K optical sensor with 10 programmable buttons so you can customize it to your liking. That gives it fantastic tracking, even on surfaces like glass, to give you improved aim and control. It also has a 90-million click life cycle with 0.2ms actuation, so you have no click delay.

Its hyperscroll tilt wheel makes it perfect for everyday use, as well as its hyperspeed wireless connectivity from Razer, which boasts speeds up to 25 percent faster than other mice of this ilk. And with a lengthy 150-hour battery life, you don't have to worry about charging it often, unlike most wireless controllers.

If you like color, you can add a splash of hues with the 13-zone Chrome lighting option as well, with 16.8 million color combinations to choose from and 150 Chroma-integrated games to make things match.

If you're ready to upgrade to a more fleshed-out precision gaming mouse, this is one to pick up. Just be sure to do so while it's nearly half off.

Euphoria is getting on the time jump train.

Season 3 of Sam Levinson's smash hit picks up five years after the events of Season 2. For everyone keeping track at home, that's just one year more than the real-life wait time between seasons, to which I must quote the immortal words of Maddy Perez (Alexa Demie) and say, "Bitch, you better be joking."

SEE ALSO: 2026 TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream them

Now, though, we finally have a full trailer and an Apr. 12 release date. And based on the trailer, a lot has gone down for Euphoria's protagonists since Lexi Howard's (Maude Apatow) play sent shockwaves through East Highland High School.

Five years after Season 2, Rue Bennett's (Emmy-winner Zendaya) debt to drug trafficker Laurie (Martha Kelly) has finally caught up with her, sending her on an odyssey to Mexico to pay what she owes. Nate Jacobs (Jacob Elordi) and Cassie Howard (Sydney Sweeney) are engaged and living in the suburbs. There, Cassie is "making content," implied to be for adult sites like OnlyFans. Jules (Hunter Schafer) is attending art school and exploring life as a sugar baby, while Maddy and Lexi are working in Hollywood.

If that sounds like a lot, you'd be right. If that also sounds like more of the same sensitive subject matter Levinson has struggled to portray with nuance in prior seasons of Euphoria and the first (and only) season of The Idol, you'd be right again. With that in mind, will Season 3 be able to stick the landing?

Euphoria Season 3 premieres Apr. 12 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max.

SAVE $1,200: As of Jan. 14, the Hisense 75-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K TV is on sale for $1,299.99 at both Amazon and Best Buy. That's nearly half off its list price of $2,499.99 and only $2 away from its Black Friday price.

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Between the NFL playoffs, awards shows, and all of your favorite TV shows coming back, 'tis the season for staying indoors and watching TV. If your current setup is looking a bit dull, it also happens to be one of the best times to upgrade your TV for less.

As of Jan. 14, the Hisense 75-inch U8 Mini LED QLED 4K TV is on sale for only $1,299.99 at both Amazon and Best Buy. That's nearly half off its list price of $2,499.99 and just $2 shy of its best price ever from Cyber Week.

The 2025 Hisense U8 model is a 4K QLED Mini-LED TV with 5000 nits peak brightness, up to 5,600 local dimming zones, a 165Hz native refresh rate, and support for HDR in Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. All of that translates to an extra bright and colorful display that's great for watching sports, gaming, or fully immersing yourself in movies and TV. CNET (Mashable's sister site, also owned by Ziff Davis) reviewer Ty Pendlebury called it the brightest TV he's ever reviewed, but noted that "it complements that brightness with excellent contrast and well-saturated colors."

It uses the Google TV smart TV platform, which features a full interface covering all major streaming services. It has Google Cast by default for local streaming from Android devices or Chrome tabs, but Hisense also adds Apply AirPlay for those with Apple devices. Google Assistant is built in for easy, hands-free control of the TV and your smart home devices. You can ask it to search for content, set alarms, check your doorbell camera, and much more.

The 2025 Hisense U8 is slightly more expensive than its predecessor, but now that it's on sale for 48% off, we highly recommend upgrading.

Google Gemini — the tech giant's generative AI video model — is launching the ability to generate social media-ready vertical video. That's all well and good, but it raises the question: Does that mean even more AI slop?

Google Veo is widely regarded as the leading AI video model (different versions of Veo claim the top four spots on LMArena's text-to-video leaderboard), so the answer is almost certainly yes.

Google announced this week that Veo 3.1 — the latest version of Gemini's text-to-video generator — could now generate "social-ready 9:16 videos directly." In other words, the videos are generated with the vertical, scroll-ready format that you see on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

"Designed for mobile-first applications, this mode delivers faster results and optimized composition by generating full-frame vertical video rather than cropping from landscape," read a statement from Google.

The online world is increasingly populated by AI-generated vertical video, some of which is the much-maligned slop. Meta, for instance, launched Vibes, a social site entirely dedicated to generating and scrolling AI videos. AI critics call it an "infinite slop machine."

It tracks that Google would give users the ability to generate social-ready video — people want it — but it might not make your scrolling experience any better.

SAVE $649: As of Jan. 14, get the DJI Mavic 4 Pro for $3,999, down from its usual price of $4,649. That's a discount of 14%.

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Getting your hands on a DJI drone, no matter the model, has been an exercise in frustration for some time now. Though the brand has faced several issues with getting its product into the hands of U.S. consumers, some shipments here and there come from third-party sellers that do occasionally get some models in. If you've wanted to splurge on one of the company's drones for some time now, today's your lucky day as the DJI Mavic 4 Pro is officially in stock as well as discounted.

As of Jan. 14, get the DJI Mavic 4 Pro for $3,999, down from its usual price of $4,649. That's $649 off and a discount of 14%.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Mic 2 just hit its lowest price ever at Amazon

This DJI drone comes with all the bells and whistles you could ask for as a professional or even casual user. This tri-camera unit comes with a 100MP 4/3 CMOS Hasselblad camera with a 51-minute max flight tme, three batteries, a charging hub, spare propellers, shoulder bag, and more. In short, it has everything you need to not only get off the ground but stay in the air as long as possible and keep your new drone there.

It uses a new gimbal that allows for 360-degree rotation with Dutch angles and other intriguing angles since you can turn the drone while recording, and a top speed of 90kph. There's also a 41km range that's perfect for both taking time lapse and panoramic photos.

In short, this is the drone to get if you're looking to get something that can tackle a wide range of purposes, whether your aim is to do more photography or just see sights. Grab yours now while it's still in stock and discounted to boot.

SAVE $150: As of Jan. 14, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-cancelling headphones are down to $279 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Bose. That's 35% off their list price of $429 and just shy of their best price ever. Inventory is running low, so secure a pair while you can.

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We're living in an era of iterative upgrades and the newest version of Bose's flagship headphones are proof. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) headphones look largely the same as their predecessors, but offer improved on-head detection, better battery life, and slightly better noise cancellation. They also cost $449 ($20 more than the first generation), though you can find them on sale as of Jan. 14 for $399.

The 2nd generation headphones are obviously in a league of their own, but if your budget tops out at $300, we still heartily recommend the original QuietComfort Ultras. Especially because they're on sale for just $279 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Bose. That's $150 or 35% off their list price of $429 and just shy of their best price ever.

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Since these headphones have been replaced by the 2nd generation, they won't be on shelves too much longer. Inventory is running low across retailers. Amazon has the largest supply, but only the black and deep plum options are down to $279. Meanwhile, Best Buy only has the lunar blue color in stock and Bose only has the deep plum remaining. So, if you want to secure a pair of the OG Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-cancelling headphones for $150 less than their retail value, add them to your cart ASAP.

Two of Mashable's shopping reporters tested the QuietComfort Ultras and noted that they can easily be worn all day without earaches, even while wearing accessories. The all-day comfort even pairs with all-day battery life; with noise cancellation turned on, the QuietComfort Ultras headphones will last from 18 to 24 hours per charge. These headphones also deliver pretty good noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, and convenient foldable earcups. "They're still some of the most comfortable and best-sounding headphones we've ever tested," Mashable's Sam Mangino writes.

SAVE 38%: As of Jan. 14, the Bluetti Apex 300 portable power station is on sale for $1,499 at Amazon. That's a 38% discount on list price.

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Living on the east coast of southern Virginia has its advantages. Being minutes from the beach and having actual summers is great, but the "hurricane-prep" lifestyle is very real. One bad gust of wind and the whole neighborhood is in the dark for the foreseeable future, which is why having a way to keep the fridge and AC running is the only way to weather the storm.

As of Jan. 14, you can get the Bluetti Apex 300 portable power station for $1,499, down from $2,399 at Amazon. That's a 38% discount or $900 in savings.

SEE ALSO: Bluetti just launched four new power solutions at CES 2026 — here's how to upgrade

The Bluetti Apex 300 is tiny but mighty, which is exactly why we ranked it best for whole-home backup. It can handle 120V and 240V output at the same time and has enough kick to run a full-sized fridge, an AC unit, or even an EV charger without needing a box full of adapters.

It comes with 2,764.8Wh of capacity built in, and if you’re worried about being off the grid for a few days, you can chain it with extra batteries to get up to 58,000Wh (that's enough to keep an entire house powered for about a week). It also charges from 0 to 80 percent in about 45 minutes, which is huge when you see a storm warning and only have a short window to top things off.

It weighs 84 pounds, so you aren't going to be moving it around on a whim. But with a battery designed to last about 17 years, it’s exactly what you want sitting in the garage when the wind starts picking up.

TL;DR: Live stream Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been everything we wanted it to be. We've seen some incredible fixtures, magical individual performances, and passionate stadiums, and we're not done yet. Senegal take on Egypt in the first semi-final matchup. All eyes will be on Mohamed Salah as he looks to lead his side into another final.

That's not going to be an easy task. Senegal have scored 11 goals in the five games they've played so far. They're stacked with talent, including Salah's old teammate Sadio Mané. This is going to be an evenly-matched contest between two talented and motivated squads, and fans can watch all the action without spending anything.

If you want to watch Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Senegal vs. Egypt?

Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off at 12 p.m. ET on Jan. 14. This fixture takes place at the Tangier Grand Stadium.

How to watch Senegal vs. Egypt for free

Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is available to live stream for free on Channel 4.

Channel 4 is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming platform with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can unblock Channel 4 to stream AFCON for free from anywhere in the world.

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