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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Best music streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Spotify Spotify Premium Free for 4 months (save $11.99/month) Get Deal Why we like it

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

More streaming deals this week

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

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

• Masterclass — 50% off plans through Dec. 24

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Case closed!

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

Young Sherlock premieres March 4 on Prime Video.

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

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

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

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

The Sheep Detectives opens in cinemas May 8, 2026.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Apple's 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is back on sale for just $749 ahead of the holidays

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

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

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

SAVE OVER $200: As of Dec. 17, you can get a free pair of earbuds when you buy the Sony XM5 headphones at Amazon.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 + Sony WF-C700N $248 at Amazon
$519.98 Save $271.98   Get Deal

If you're looking for a pair of headphones and earbuds, you might be prepared to spend a small fortune. Thankfully, with Amazon's latest Sony bundle, there's no need. When you purchase the Sony XM5 headphones, you'll also get a pair of the WF-C700N noise cancelling earbuds for free.

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are an excellent choice. They use two processors and eight microphones to give impressive noise cancellation and clear call quality. They also benefit from a newly developed driver, along with DSEE Extreme and high-resolution audio support, to help maintain detail across all different types of audio, whether you’re listening to music, podcasts, or taking calls.

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And the earbuds are impressive too, boasting great noise cancellation, balanced sound, and a lightweight, ergonomic design.

This deal won't be around for long. In fact, the listing states it will run out on Dec. 31, so if you want to grab this bargain, don't wait around.

SAVE $30: As of Dec. 18, the Fire TV Cube is on sale for $109.99 at Amazon. This is a 21% discount off its list price of $139.99.

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If you're hoping to catch up on some of the best TV shows and films of this year, it's helpful to have a high-quality streaming setup to watch everything on. For those looking to invest in something new, Amazon is offering a discount at the moment on its Fire TV Cube, dropping its price to $109.99.

This saves you $30 off the Fire TV Cube's usual list price of $139.99. Not to mention, if you're looking to gift it this year, Amazon even has a note on the sale page that says it'll arrive before Christmas.

SEE ALSO: The 60+ best Christmas gifts for 2025: Find unique gift ideas you'd never think of on your own

Catching up on the best of TV and movies from this year on different streaming services will look good coming from the Fire TV Cube. This device supports 4K Ultra HD resolution alongside Dolby Vision and HDR so you can admire every color and detail on your screen. Streaming quality will come through smoothly as well, since it also supports WiFi 6E.

On top of all that, your ears will get to enjoy every little sound coming through the speakers thanks to the Fire TV Cube's support for Dolby Atmos audio. If it sounds like the upgrade you've been searching for, now is a great time to save on the Fire TV Cube at Amazon.

There are plenty more items like this we think are worth gifting for the holidays. Our roundup of the 65 best tech gifts of the year can point you in the direction of more options we'd recommend grabbing before Christmas.

SAVE $68.29: As of Dec. 18, the Magic: The Gathering Commander Master Play Booster Box is $456.49 at Amazon. That's below market value compared to TCGplayer's price of $524.78.

Opens in a new window Credit: Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering Commander Master Play Booster Box $456.49 at Amazon
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If you’re a big fan of playing the Commander format in Magic: The Gathering, this is the set for you.

Commander Masters is the first Masters set created specifically for Commander, featuring iconic reprints alongside cards that were previously exclusive to Commander preconstructed decks. The goal is simple: make ridiculously rare and expensive legacy cards accessible for regular Commander play without having to sell a lung.

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Every booster has the following inside:

• 15 cards

• 1 Art Card

• 1 token/ad card or card from “The List” (a special card from Magic's history—found in 25% of packs)

• 2–6 cards of rarity Rare or higher (2: 34%; 3: 48%; 4: 15%; 5: 2%; 6:

• 3–8 Uncommon

• 4–8 Common

• 1 Land

• 1 Traditional Foil card of any rarity

While the set is predominantly made up of reprints, brand-new Commander Masters cards can be found in the preconstructed Commander decks. Each deck includes 10 new cards, for a total of 40 new cards across Eldrazi Unbound, Enduring Enchantments, Planeswalker Party, and Sliver Swarm.

Most valuable Magic: The Gathering Commander Master cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / Wizards of the Coast

The same rules apply here as they usually do. While there’s nothing quite like cracking a pack and pulling your grail, I’ve gone through entire booster boxes without hitting that chase card, and it can get ridiculously expensive very quickly. Take Jeweled Lotus (Textured Foil) as a prime example: the main chase card of the set is currently over $100 cheaper than the price of a booster box. If you’re chasing the top-end cards, buying singles is often the smarter move and can save you a serious amount of money.

Here are the top chase cards in Commander Masters right now, many of which have dipped in value over the past couple of months:

1. Jeweled Lotus (Textured Foil) #1066
   Near Mint Holofoil: $325
   Market price: $344.78
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2. The Ur-Dragon (Textured Foil) #1065
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Apple's iPhone is a great smartphone, but it's strangely hostile towards people who own smartwatches that aren't called Apple Watch.

While most Bluetooth smartwatches can connect to the iPhone, even the most basic functions aren't supported, including the ability to see iPhone notifications on your watch (on the Apple Watch, of course, this works flawlessly).

Now, this is finally changing, but with a big caveat.

SEE ALSO: The 7 best smartwatches of 2025 include some surprises

The new beta version of iOS, 26.3, brings a new feature called Notification Forwarding. First spied in September, it allows notifications to be forwarded to "one accessory at a time," which can be a third-party smartwatch.

Apple does warn that if Notification Forwarding is turned on, notifications "will not appear on Apple Watch."

If you happen to own an iPhone but want to use any smartwatch that isn't an Apple Watch, such as a sports watch from Suunto or Garmin, or a watch from Google or Samsung, it finally makes some sense to do so. Of course, this still doesn't mean your smartwatch will be able to do everything that Apple Watch can, but at least you get notifications, which is as basic a feature as they come.

The very big caveat is that Notification Forwarding only works in the 27 countries of the European Union, where the Digital Markets Act (DMA) is forcing Apple to add the feature. That means you'll need to be in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, or Sweden.

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Apple isn't very happy about it — the company says it's a privacy problem, as it reveals notification content to third-party companies – but we still think some users might benefit from it.

The feature can be enabled in Settings - Notifications - Notification Forwarding. It will only be there if you have the iOS 26.3 beta installed and are located in the European Union.

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Thursday Night Football has rolled around again, this time with a game to decide the top spot of NFC West — the Los Angeles Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks. Both franchises are at 11-3 though Seattle, who have the home advantage, are on a more impressive streak of four wins vs. Los Angeles' two-game streak. Los Angeles, however, scored a narrow win at their last meeting in November.

Just to add some intrigue, the Rams and Seahawks are tied for all-time games at 28-28. Whatever happens, these are two of the very best teams of the 2025 season and it should be a hell of a game.

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The Duffer Brothers were never going to drop any major Stranger Things spoilers during their appearance on The Tonight Show, but they may have given us a hint or two.

In the clip above the twins arrange Stranger Things Funko dolls on Jimmy Fallon's desk, supposedly in a pattern that points to how it's all going to end.

SEE ALSO: Finn Wolfhard teases the final 4 'Stranger Things' episodes with a word each

The key takeaways? Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) is submerged in water, Steve Harrington (Joe Keery) is teetering right on the edge (he eventually gets knocked off), and Will (Noah Schnapp) is stacked between Henry and Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower). Intriguing! (Although it could also be a complete red herring).

Volume 1 of Stranger Things Season 5 is now streaming on Netflix. Volume 2 premieres Dec. 25, and the series finale premieres Dec. 31, both at 8 p.m. ET.

Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer!

Don't be overwhelmed or waste an hour scrolling through your services to determine what to watch. We've got your back, whatever your mood. Mashable offers watch guides for all of the above, broken down by genre: comedy, thriller, horror, documentary, and animation, among others. But if you're seeking something brand new (or just new to streaming), we've got you covered there, too.

Mashable's entertainment team has scoured the streaming services to highlight the most buzzed-about releases of the week and ranked them from worst to best — or least worth your time to most watchable. Whether you're looking for sci-fi shenanigans, fierce drag personas, nail-biting horror, a film starring the dynamic Katy O'Brian, or a new game show, we're here for you.

— Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor

12. What's in the Box?

I can't be the only one who reads that title in a strained Brad Pitt voice, right? Well, this show is not a Se7en spinoff. Instead, Neil Patrick Harris turns into a game show host for this Netflix offering, where teams of two compete in trivia rounds to win the contents of enormous gold boxes.

Per the trailer, "Eight pairs of contestants will work with and against each other across an entire season." How do you mean? Well, there's a white elephant twist. You play for a box not knowing what's inside. But once you win and open it, then like this yuletide gift-giving game, it's possible to steal it through a "prize fight." And all this leads to the "Super Box," worth a quarter of a million dollars. This sounds more stressful than being on the phone with a sin-obsessed serial killer played by Kevin Spacey. But your mileage may vary. — Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor

Starring: Neil Patrick Harris

How to watch: What's in the Box? debuts on Netflix on Dec. 17.

11. The Running Man

So you walked, didn't run, to see The Running Man in cinemas? Well, now you can watch it at home, with Edgar Wright's Stephen King adaptation getting a digital release this week. Think Glen Powell running for his life from a keen-eyed group of Hunters in a dystopian future where such a situation is primetime entertainment. Think Colman Domingo dropping lines like "my bouche was not amused" as the high-maintenance host of the titular program. Think a storyline way closer to King's 1982 paperback than the Arnold Schwarzenegger film of the '80s.

Unfortunately, don't think this will be the best movie you watch this week. As Mashable entertainment editor Kristy Puchko writes in her review, "In the end, The Running Man is a sloppy collage of violence, action, and cheap jokes that is far more style than substance." Unexpectedly, however, the film has a connection to...Pennywise? — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor

Starring: Glen Powell, Katy O'Brian, William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Michael Cera, Emilia Jones, Daniel Ezra, Jayme Lawson, Sean Hayes, Colman Domingo, and Josh Brolin

How to watch: The Running Man is now available to rent/buy on digital.

12. Now You See Me: Now You Don't

The third instalment of the Now You See Me film series reunites the Horsemen, while bringing a new trio of clever illusionists into the mix. Altogether — while squabbling and showing off increasingly outrageous magic tricks — they set out to topple a diamond industrialist (Rosamund Pike) who launders money for all arrays of bad guy.

Admittedly, I've never been all that awed by this franchise. In my review of this sequel, I wrote, "Frankly, the star power of this movie alone might be enough for Now You See Me fans hungry for more hijinks and hilarity. That this sequel does nothing all that new or even surprising might not be a glitch, but a feature. Why challenge an audience when you can wrap them within the warm certainty that no matter how twisted economic equality is making the world for everyday men and Horsemen, a scrappy group of clever individuals can pull together to save the day." — K.P.

Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa, Ariana Greenblatt, Lizzy Caplan, Rosamund Pike, and Morgan Freeman

How to watch: Now You See Me: Now You Don't is now available to rent/buy on digital.

11. Megadoc

Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis is one of the most fascinating film flops of the past few years. It truly has everything: a decades-in-the-making backstory, Roman chariot races, a satellite crash, Aubrey Plaza as Wow Platinum, and Adam Driver's earworm-level delivery of the line, "Go back to the club." To learn more about how this bonkers film came to be, check out Megadoc, a fly-on-the-wall look at Coppola's creative process. Featuring behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with the director and his cast, and even footage from table reads dating back to 2001, this is a must-watch for any Megalopolis devotee. — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter

Starring: Francis Ford Coppola, Eleanor Coppola, and Talia Shire

How to watch: Megadoc is now streaming on the Criterion Channel.

10. My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman, Season 6

David Letterman is back with more interviews from his Netflix talk show, My Next Guest Needs No Introduction. With Season 6, the host welcomes Sinners star Michael B. Jordan, YouTuber Mr. Beast, and Zootopia 2's Jason Bateman, for one-on-one interviews. Some of the conversation happened before a live theater audience. Some had a more private setting with a more casual vibe. Of course, no matter the setting, Letterman does it like no other. — K.P.

Starring: David Letterman, Michael B. Jordan, Mr. Beast, and Jason Bateman

How to watch: My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman Season 6 is now streaming on Netflix.

9. Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?

In the '90s, Counting Crows had a meteoric rise with their debut album August and Everything After, then hit the sophomore slump hard with Recovering the Satellites. It wasn't so much about the quality of one record from another, and more about how a dreadlocked Adam Duritz became a household name overnight, then a punchline in the blink of an eye.

Documentarian Amy Scott looks back at this time for the band, with a keen eye on Duritz, who riled Saturday Night Live producers, thrilled fans, and battled mental illness all at once. Interviews with he and his bandmate give the doc a Behind the Music feel, while interviews with friends and colleagues — like Mary-Louise Parker and Cyndi Lauper — give a fuller context to the cost of fame. As someone who owned both albums, it's an interesting doc to me, but frustratingly superficial. Though Scott claims Counting Crows is one of the most polarizing bands of an era, she only glancingly touches on why, before giving Duritz and his friends to defend themselves or offer vague apologies. But whether or not either is deserved is unclear when the doc itself refuses to engage in actual critiques, instead leaning on kooky commentary from roast-master comedian Jeffrey Ross. — K.P.

Starring: Adam Duritz, Steve Kerr, Cyndi Lauper, Chris Martin, Mary-Louise Parker, David Wild, and Jeffrey Ross

How to watch: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately? debuts on HBO and HBO Max on Dec. 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET.

8. The Boulet Brothers’ Holiday of Horrors

The Boulet Brothers have built an empire of drag horror with their competition show Dragula. Now, they bring their unique brand of glamor, horror, and filth to a tried-and-true entertainment staple: the holiday special. The Boulet Brothers' Holiday of Horrors is a scripted anthology series of four frightening holiday tales from horror heavy hitters. In addition to the Boulet Brothers themselves, these heavy hitters include David Dastmalchian (Murderbot, Late Night with the Devil), Akela Cooper (Malignant, M3GAN), and Kate Siegel (The Fall of the House of Usher, V/H/S/Beyond). So sit back for a dose of holiday horror, and be sure to pile on an extra blanket: These stories promise to be chilling. — B.E.

Starring: Dracmorda Boulet, Swanthula Boulet, and David Dastmalchian

How to watch: The Boulet Brothers’ Holiday of Horrors now on Shudder.

7. Him

The NFL and horror collide in Him, a football-focused fright fest produced by Jordan Peele and directed by Justin Tipping. Him introduces rising star quarterback Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers), who gets the chance to train with his idol Isaiah White (Marlon Wayans). However, Isaiah's methods are stranger — and bloodier! — than anything Cam has been through before. How much is he really willing to sacrifice to become the GOAT?

Despite the prestige that comes with Peele's involvement, Him was a critical and box office disappointment. However, according to Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko, the film is in no way irredeemable, boasting great performances from Withers and Wayans, as well as some surreal scares courtesy of Tipping. Where Him fumbles the ball, however, is its ending. In her review, she writes, "In its final minutes, Tipping's tale pivots to something more concrete, gorier, and less daring. That ending, though twisted and thrilling, doesn't feel earned. So, in the end, Him falls short of astounding." — B.E.

Starring: Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers, Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, and Jim Jefferies

How to watch: Him is now streaming on Peacock.

6. The Creep Tapes, Season 2

The found footage franchise starring (and co-created by) Mark Duplass stalks on with The Creep Tapes Season 2.

Wild to think it was a decade ago when director Patrick Brice first collaborated with Duplass on a screenplay for the found-footage psychological horror thriller Creep. Since, then the story of the serial killer (played by Duplass), who lures video camera-carrying victims in with promises, has only grown gnarlier. Creep 2 led to this spin-off series, where each episode reveals a new victim doomed to film their own demise. — K.P

Starring: Mark Duplass, David Dastmalchian, Chris Donlon, Diego Jodef, Desean Terry, Alec Bewkes, Robert Longstreet, Linas Philips, Taylor Garron, Timm Sharp, Jody Lambert, and Katie Aselton (who is Duplass's real-life wife!)

How to watch: The Creep Tapes Season 2 debuts on Shudder Dec. 19.

5. Emily in Paris, Season 5

Emily in Paris? More like Emily in Rome, as Darren Star's Netflix series says buongiorno to a new European capital for Season 5. Lily Collins returns as American expat and marketing queen Emily Cooper, who has been deployed to run Agence Grateau's Rome chapter by her boss, Sylvie (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu). What lessons did France teach Emily that she can bring to la dolce vita in Italy? Expect handsome Venetian gondoliers, Roman Holiday-style Vespa rides, and jaw-dropping fashion as always. — S.C.

Starring: Lily Collins, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, Camille Razat, William Abadie, and Lucien Laviscount

How to watch: Emily in Paris Season 5 debuts on Netflix on Dec. 18.

4. Chevalier

This 2023 release is woefully underseen, though it offers a stirring look into the life of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a Black and French 18th-century multi-hyphenate who was a violinist, a composer, a conductor, and a fencer.

Kelvin Harrison Jr. stars as Joseph, who faced racism, bullying, discrimination, and envy throughout his life. His is a story of Black Excellence, artistic passion, and forbidden love. Whether you love period piece romance, overlooked histories, or great drama, you'll want to discover Chevalier. — K.P.

Starring: Kelvin Harrison Jr., Samara Weaving, Lucy Boynton, Marton Csokas, Alex Fitzalan, Minnie Driver, and Ronkẹ Adékoluẹjo

How to watch: Chevalier is now streaming on Disney+.

3. Queens of the Dead

Tina Romero struts in the footsteps of her late father, George A. Romero, by creating a zombie movie that pays tribute to his Night of the Living Dead movies, but through a determinedly comedic and queer lens.

Queens of the Dead follows the hilarious mayhem that breaks out when a zombie contagion hits Bushwick's queer night club scene. Katy O'Brian headlines as a party promoter who's given her blood sweat and tears to build a safe space to dance, flirt, and revel. But when an undead drag queen hits the dance floor, her life is also on the line. Offering a mindful and wilfully silly array of queer archetypes, Queens of the Dead is a movie by queer horror fans for queer horror fans. Or as I put in my review, "Drenched in neon, steeped in attitude, and radiant with queer joy, this movie is beyond fine; it's fierce, funny, and fabulous." — K.P.

SEE ALSO: 'Queens of the Dead' director Tina Romero reveals why Santa scares her more

Starring: Katy O'Brian, Jaquel Spivey, Riki Lindhome, Jack Haven, Cheyenne Jackson, and Margaret Cho

How to watch: Queens of the Dead comes to Shudder on Dec. 19.

2. It Was Just an Accident

This week, check out one of the most critically acclaimed international films of 2025, as Iranian director Jafar Panahi's It Was Just an Accident comes to digital. Winner of the Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival, and nominated for four Golden Globes, it's sure to be a major awards season contender this year, and for good reason. This tale of former political prisoners trying to get revenge on the man they believe to be their former torturer is equal parts darkly funny and scathing critique of authoritarianism.

The film hits even harder considering Panahi's life story. The Iranian regime has arrested Panahi in the past and even banned him from making films, meaning he shot several films in secret. While It Was Just an Accident is his first film following the lifting of the ban, he still shot it covertly. Such secrecy amplifies the film's tension, and Panahi certainly pulls no punches in one of the best films of the year. — B.E.

Starring: Vahid Mobaserri, Mariam Afshari, and Ebrahim Azizi

How to watch: It Was Just an Accident is now available to rent/buy on digital.

Best of Streaming this week: Fallout, Season 2

Wastelanders, it's time to set your Spotify listening age to 87, as Prime Video's adaptation of post-apocalyptic game franchise Fallout is back with a second season. Of course, we're in for more Easter eggs, needle drops, and details from the Bethesda games the series is based on. As Mashable's Belen Edwards writes in her review, "Season 1 already did an admirable job of building out the world of Fallout, from its retro-futuristic vaults to the ruins of Shady Sands. In Season 2, though, it goes for broke, with stellar results."

SEE ALSO: What tech would the 'Fallout' cast steal from the show?

But Edwards also notes the show as "more relevant than ever," as the show "stages an ideological showdown against the backdrop of an increasingly bizarro — and immaculately realized — nuclear apocalypse." — S.C.

Starring: Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, Frances Turner, and Moisés Arias

How to watch: The first episode of Fallout Season 2 is now streaming on Prime Video, with new episodes Wednesdays.

(*) denotes a blurb came from a prior list.