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Glasses, pendants, AirPods, watches and what else? Apple may not reveal everything at WWDC, but it should start discussing the changes to AI that are coming.

Amazon has just been hit with a class-action lawsuit over its controversial facial recognition feature in Ring video doorbell cameras.

The lawsuit was filed on Monday in Seattle by Virginia resident Charles Sigwalt. The suit seeks $5 million in damages.

Last fall, Amazon launched a new "Familiar Faces" feature inside Ring doorbells. Utilizing AI, Familiar Faces scans and identifies visitors to a Ring owner's home. When Familiar Faces recognizes a regular visitor — whether it's a family member, mailman, or delivery driver — Ring can tell users who is at their door instead of providing a generic notification.

Familiar Faces is completely optional to use, and Ring owners can turn the feature off if they want. However, as the lawsuit points out, visitors to a Ring doorbell owner's home can't consent before their face is scanned.

"Millions of other Americans passed by a Ring ​security camera and unknowingly had their facial recognition information collected," reads the lawsuit.

Ring has long faced criticism from privacy advocates. In fact, when the Familiar Faces feature was announced in September, it too faced swift blowback from advocacy groups like the EFF, who said that it violated state privacy laws.

"Many biometric privacy laws across the country are clear: Companies need your affirmative consent before running face recognition on you," said an EFF report at the time. The EFF report also pointed out that the Ring feature was unavailable in certain states due to biometric privacy laws.

U.S. Senator Ed Markey also warned about the issues with Familiar Faces in a letter demanding Amazon cancel the rollout of the feature last year.

"This announcement represents a dramatic expansion of surveillance technology, creating vast new privacy and civil liberties risks," Senator Market wrote. "Americans should not have to fear being tracked and recorded while visiting a friend’s home or walking past a neighbor’s house. Amazon should reconsider this decision and abandon its plans to deploy FRT [Facial Recognition Technology]  into its Ring doorbells."

Just earlier this year, Ring faced controversy when it announced in a Super Bowl ad that it would launch a new feature called Search Party in partnership with Flock. This feature would utilize a network of Ring devices in a neighborhood to find a lost pet. Users quickly criticized the idea due to privacy and surveillance concerns, and the partnership between the two companies was cancelled. Leaked emails later uncovered that Ring executives discussed how this feature could be used to track people, too.

Amazon also previously reached a more than $5 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) after it found that employees had access to view and download customers' Ring camera data.

On a warm Tuesday night, the blood of Interview with the Vampire fans ran hot as they gathered at New York City's Beacon Theatre for The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE. In promoting the AMC show's much-anticipated third season, titled The Vampire Lestat, Sam Reid pulled a KPop Demon Hunters move, performing live as his fictional rock star persona, Lestat de Lioncourt. 

Tickets for the event were free, available through a fan lottery that urged attendees to dress "rock star chic." Mashable was there, surrounded by the Beautiful Unwell, as Lestat refers to his fans, dressed in black, dripping in sequins and glitter, and hungry for the once-in–a-lifetime experience of seeing the Brat Prince live. But in case you weren't at the packed show, which boasted nearly 2,900 attendees, we've got you covered. Here's everything you'll want to know about The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE — including how you can see it for yourself. 

What was The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE like?  Sam Reid is the Vampire Lestat at The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, presented by AMC and AMC+. Credit: AMC

Simply extraordinary. The night kicked off with a red carpet, featuring Interview with the Vampire cast members Sam Reid, Jacob Anderson, Assad Zaman, Eric Bogosian, Delainey Hayles, and Justin Kirk. Also present were new additions for The Vampire Lestat, including Jennifer Ehle, Damien Atkins, Ella Ballentine, Ryan Kattner, Sheila Atim, and Noah Reid. 

As the red-carpet interviews went on, a line of concert-goers wrapped around the block, waiting to enter the Beacon Theatre. The crowd was dressed to impress in corsets, leather, lace, and various nods to vampire-themed pop culture. (This reporter favored a Lost Boys: A New Musical crop top, red teardrop earrings, black taffeta skirt, and porcelain Doc Martens, topped with an oversized denim jacket splattered with band pins, including Lestat's.)

The energy was festive and joyful. Inside, fans clamored to look over the merch table, the bar with custom cocktails, and the celebrity guests who came to be seen. I was excited to see the Boulet Brothers, the gothic drag queens who host Boulet Brothers' Dragula, another AMC+ show. 

The Boulet Brothers attend "The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE." Credit: AMC

Inside the theater, each seat contained a swag bag for attendees. And on an enormous screen above the stage, a sizzle reel played, teasing The Vampire Lestat with footage of a shirtless Reid strutting and mugging at the camera. 

Then came the screams. As the red carpet concluded, Interview with the Vampire's cast came into the theater through a side entrance, near the stage. The theater exploded with noise as Anderson walked in. Then Zaman, and then Delainey. Here's where being 5'2" is an issue. I could see some of these arrivals, but as people took to their feet and whipped out their phones, I lost sight of the door and cannot say for certain who else came inside for the show. 

Eric Bogosian, Jennifer Ehle, Sam Reid, Jacob Anderson, Delainey Hayles, and Assad Zaman at the red carpet for "The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE." Credit: AMC

After a brief introduction from an AMC representative about the upcoming premiere on June 7, the lights went down, and the giant screen played the first episode of The Vampire Lestat. It's called "Detroit." And for more on that, I urge you to look at my review.

Obviously, as my review ran ahead of the concert, I'd seen the episode before. But it definitely hits different watching with thousands of other people cheering and cackling throughout. Collectively, we laughed at Lestat's biting wit and petty grievances. (He does not like Daniel Malloy's book!) We cheered as he played "Long Face" before a Detroit audience. We squealed as he got into a brutal battle with a local "fang gang." Once more, screams sounded as Anderson's Louis appeared on-screen for the first time. The same went for Zaman's Armand and Bogosian's Daniel. 

Assad Zaman and Delainey Hayles snap a selfie at "The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE." Credit: AMC

The biggest reaction, however, came in the episode's final moments, when a new character made her appearance: Jennifer Ehle as Gabrielle, Lestat's mom and first fledgling. And just like that, the episode ended, and the curtain came up with a full band awaiting Lestat's arrival. 

Sam Reid is mesmerizing as Lestat. Sam Reid is the Vampire Lestat at The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, presented by AMC and AMC+. Credit: AMC

 Accompanied on guitar by Daniel Hart, who wrote and composed the songs for The Vampire Lestat, Reid took to the stage in character, wearing tight pants, a smug expression, and prosthetic scars on his chest, which are a new detail in this third season. 

Reid's onstage persona evoked David Bowie, Mick Jagger, and Steven Tyler, as he crooned, strutted, flipped his hair, flung a scarf, and generally oozed sex appeal with a crooked grin. At one point, he recreated the shoulder shimmy that drove fans wild in the Season 2 episode where Armand recalls seeing the vampire onstage, performing as a Harlequin for humans. The crowd caught the reference and screamed with appreciation. Occasionally, Reid would reach out a hand out to his audience. He'd crawl on the floor. He made the stage his own. 

Two things Reid did not do that Lestat does in The Vampire Lestat: He did not stage dive (which, considering the setup of the Beacon with its static seats, would have been a serious safety issue), and he did not fly (which, considering several of The Lost Boys producers and director Michael Arden were in the house, seemed a distant possibility). Still, the short set he performed was exhilarating, and left the crowd cheering for an encore that sadly did not come. But could there be more to come in the future? 

Will Lestat perform live again?  Sam Reid is the Vampire Lestat at The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, presented by AMC and AMC+. Credit: AMC

At this time, AMC has made no announcements about further live performances. Mashable will report more if this story develops. 

How can I see The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE?  Sam Reid is the Vampire Lestat at The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, presented by AMC and AMC+. Credit: AMC

AMC allowed attendees to film the concert on their phones, so there are plenty of clips of the live performance on social media already. And because the stage show was so beautifully lit, even the amateur footage of the performance looks pretty great. However, if you want to see the whole concert, you could be in luck. 

As attendees entered, there was a sign warning that by entering the premises, they agreed to be filmed. Plus, professional camera rigs were on stage with Reid and off, operating on a crane. That all certainly suggests AMC plans to release some version of this live show, probably on their platform. After all, they currently have their Comic-Con panel on AMC+ to stream. 

More on this as it develops. 

What songs did Lestat play live?  Sam Reid is the Vampire Lestat at The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, presented by AMC and AMC+. Credit: AMC

The set list for The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE was a mix of songs that have already been released on streaming and never-before-heard tracks. 

The show opened with "Long Face," the first original track released for the new season. Then, Reid played "Big Bad Wolf." Next, he donned a big furry coat — a nod to the wolf-fur cloak from the novel — for "Your Biggest Fan." The next song was an unreleased track called "The Loneliness," then "Brutal Love," which Anderson teased to fans as his favorites. Finally, the show closed with a performance of "Butterscotch Bitch," which is now streaming on Apple Music. 

For video from The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, visit my Instagram. 

Were there freebies and swag?  Left: Credit: Kristy Puchko Right: What were the freebies at "The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE"? Credit: Kristy Puchko

Oh yes. Drink tickets allowed for a free cocktail, with names like The Dark Gift, Little Killer, and Brat Prince. Free popcorn came in boxes with Lestat’s face on them. 

At the seats, a black tote bag commemorated The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE with a big graphic logo. Inside was a copy of Rolling Stone, with a back cover dedicated to Lestat. A guitar pick with his band's logo was also inside, along with a vinyl record that has "Long Face" on Side A, and "Your Biggest Fan" on the B side. 

If you missed out on this event and the free merch, you can go to AMC to buy some of your own. 

How to watch: The Vampire Lestat  debuts on AMC and AMC+ June 7, with new episodes weekly.

UPDATE: Jun. 3, 2026, 5:50 p.m. This article has been updated with photos of The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only – LIVE, courtesy of AMC.

BUY $100 GIFT CARD, GET $15 BEST BUY GIFT CARD: As of June 3, buy a $100 Nordstrom Rack gift card at Best Buy and get a $15 Best Buy gift card.

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Planning on getting some shopping done? Nordstrom Rack has tons of goodies to choose from, with a wide variety of your favorite brands at discounted prices. A $100 gift card for you or someone else is a great investment. But you know what's even better? Buying a gift card and getting one back. That's exactly what you'll get with this Best Buy deal, which basically is giving you money in return to go on a shopping spree at Nordstrom Rack.

As of June 3, buy a $100 Nordstrom Rack gift card at Best Buy and get a $15 Best Buy gift card. You'll get it in the form of an e-gift card, and it'll be sent out when your order is fulfilled or when you pick it up in-store. All you need to do is provide your email address, which you'll need to do anyway for a Best Buy online order, and you'll be set. You'll have to look out for an email to respond to confirm your gift card, and that has to be done within 60 days.

SEE ALSO: Set up a deal alert with Alexa and you'll automatically be entered to win a $1,000 Amazon gift card

You can use the Nordstrom Rack gift card in-store and online and at Nordstrom itself, Nordstrom Rack, and HauteLook. As far as your Best Buy gift card, it works just like a normal one would, so you can use it to take some cash off of a purchase or give it to someone else if you're feeling generous.

This is a great way to get a bit of cash back for just doing regular shopping, so if you're already buying a gift card, it's a good idea to go ahead and grab one (or two) for gifting.

SAVE 28%: As of June 3, you can get the PlayStation DualSense wireless controller in Midnight Black for just $54 at Amazon, down from $74.99. That's a 28% discount or $20.99 savings.

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I know we're still a few weeks out from Prime Day (starting June 23), but Amazon's throwing out early discounts left and right. And if you're looking for a new PS5 controller, now's the time to get one.

SEE ALSO: Surprise, surprise: Target Circle Deal Days will go head to head with Amazon Prime Day this year

As of June 3, you can get the PlayStation DualSense wireless controller in Midnight Black for just $54 at Amazon, down from $74.99. That's a 28% discount or $20.99 savings. It's also the lowest price we've seen this controller go for since last December.

This controller comes with features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, plus a built-in mic and a headphone jack, so you can chat with your friends. You also don't need a console to use it; you can connect the DualSense controller to a PC, Mac, or phone using Bluetooth or a USB-C cord. (The controller doesn't come with a cable, so you'll have to use one you already have at home.)

There’s a "deal selling fast" badge right on the listing, and I believe it. Over 10,000 people have bought one in the past month alone. So if you need an extra controller or just want to replace a busted one, you might want to jump on this deal before it's gone.

SAVE 46%: As of June 3, you can get the Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones for $38 at Amazon, down from $69.99. That's a 46% discount or $31.99 savings.

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With Prime Day right around the corner (can you believe it's that time of year again?), Amazon's getting customers ready with Early Prime Day deals — there's a little tab for it and everything.

SEE ALSO: Review: The Nothing Headphone (a) are the best headphones from the brand yet

One of the best deals I've seen so far is on the Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones. These babies will usually cost you around $69.99, but Amazon's selling them for $38 right now. Of course, there's a "deal selling fast" badge on the page, because this is obviously a steal. It's also the lowest price we've ever tracked for these headphones. (If Amazon's already giving us record-low prices, then we can't wait to see what they'll do when the actual sale's here.)

For less than $40, you'll get up to 50 hours of playback on a single charge (if you run out of juice, a quick three-minute charge will get you an extra 90 minutes), hands-free calling, and multi-device connection. They're not noise-canceling, but for $40 and a name like Sony, can you really beat these features?

SAVE $50.01: As of June 3, get the Eufy Security SoloCam E30 for $99.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's a discount of 33%.

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A great security camera is a must if you want to make sure you keep an eye on your home. Whether you want to be able to watch your porch when you're away for people who could steal your packages or just have an idea of who darkens your doorstep, they're a great help when it comes to peace of mind. And if you want a simple option that can help with all those things without breaking the bank, we've found one that's on sale now.

As of June 3, get the Eufy Security SoloCam E30 for $99.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's $50.01 off and a discount of 33%.

SEE ALSO: Readers' Choice: Your favorite smart security cameras

This camera offers 360-degree vision to show you every corner and nook and cranny wherever you place it. Its wide viewing angle makes it a no-brainer for your yard, driveway, porch, or wherever you want an extra pair of eyes. It has 2K footage that offers great image quality as well as a removable solar panel to provide plenty of additional battery power with just two hours of sun daily.

It uses AI motion detection and built-in smart tracking to keep an eye on people, cars, pets, and other security events to keep the false alerts to a minimum. And perhaps the most important part of all is the fact that it doesn't require a monthly fee to use. You can simply insert a microSD card to record all your footage and save it locally.

If you need a security camera with all the bells and whistles of a more expensive option, this one is it. Just be sure to grab it while it's on sale.

PREORDERS ARE LIVE: Hurry to snag a limited-edition Heated Rivalry Fleece from Province of Canada for $257. The brand expects to ship all orders between Oct. 1 and 15. Preorders are limited to one Fleece per order.

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We've been waiting for this moment. The Heated Rivalry Fleece is finally here, and we're gonna wear it to the cottage every day. Here's what you need to know.

Preorders for the Heated Rivalry Fleece went live at Province of Canada at noon E.T. on June 3. The Fleece is selling for $257 USD ($356 CAD), and the shipping fee to the U.S. is set at $25 CAD, which works out to about $18 USD. Orders are limited to one fleece per customer; however, more than one order can ship to the same address.

SEE ALSO: 'Heated Rivalry' Season 1 is officially coming to DVD. Here's how to preorder.

Keep in mind that Fleeces are not eligible for return or exchange. At the time of preorder, there are no additional duties, taxes, or tariffs on products shipped from Canada to the U.S. However, that could change between now and the expected shipping date in October.

Yes, the price is steep, but for some people, it's well worth the investment. The Fleece was designed and made in Canada, in collaboration with Heated Rivalry costume designer Hanna Puley. The outer sherpa fleece material contains wool and recycled polyester, while the inner is lined in a cotton fabric for extra comfort and breathability. The zipper pulls say "Heated Rivalry," while the back features the iconic "Canada" black lettering.

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Sizes range from XS to 5XL, and you can check out the size chart here to make sure you get the perfect fit.

Happy shopping, loons!

SAVE $30: As of June 3, the Mashable-approved JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones are down to just $49.95 at Amazon in several color options. That's 38% off their list price of $79.99.

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For headphones you've probably never heard of, the JLab JBuds Lux ANC have earned quite a few accolades from Mashable's shopping team. Not only did we crown them the best budget headphones for students and the best noise-cancelling budget pick for flying, but also the best budget headphones overall in 2026. In other words, if you want a solid pair of over-ear noise-cancelling headphones that won't break the bank, our vote goes to the JBuds Lux ANC — particularly when they're on sale.

As of June 3, the Mashable-approved JLab JBuds Lux ANC headphones are down to only $49.95 at Amazon in sage green, mauve, cloud white, and graphite. That's $30 or 38% off their list price of $79.99. There's a good chance we'll see an even better price drop come Prime Day (June 23-26), but if you don't feel like waiting, this discount is pretty dang good.

So, what makes these headphones stand out amongst the rest?

"They have functional ANC, decent comfort, great sound balance, and a killer battery life, all with a design that doesn't feel overtly budget-friendly," according to Bethany Allard, one of Mashable's headphones experts. While they won't completely silence the world around you like high-dollar headphones, they can certainly take the edge off in a loud environment.

Allard adds that you'll probably want to play around with the EQ to find the preset or settings that sound best to you. But once you do, you'll be wowed.

They may not be the crème de la crème of noise-cancelling headphones, but the JLab JBuds Lux ANC will have you feeling like you're balling on a budget. They're hard to beat even at full price, but we certainly won't complain about a $30 discount.

Shop the Shark Luxe Home collection Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean & Empty — Luxe Collection $499.99 Shop Now Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 — Luxe Collection $1,299.99 Shop Now

Shark just realized something that other vacuum brands haven't really realized before: Vacuums are allowed to be a color other than black or white.

Announced June 3, the Shark Home Luxe collection features the top Shark robot vacuum and the top Shark cordless vacuum in four chic earth tones. "As robot vacuums and cordless systems become a more visible part of everyday living, consumers are increasingly looking for products that feel more cohesive with their spaces instead of something they want to hide away," the press release stated.

I couldn't feel more seen. I can't remember the last time I reviewed a robot vacuum or cordless vacuum and didn't consider their curb appeal. Living in an apartment with limited floor space, any big, fancy self-emptying vacuum has to be set up in the main living space where it'll be seen every day.

Green velvet couch community, meet sage green vacuum Credit: Shark Credit: Shark

The decision to shift to fun colors seems like a simple one, but I learned during a briefing that the Luxe collection's design process was actually quite complex.

Shark's design team was inspired by elements of nature that are already reflected in our homes through furniture, floors, and walls. The greens aren't just green, they're "sagewood" or "evergreen." Brown and tan? More like "espresso" and "oatstone." Whether your decor style is modern, rustic, boho, or some eclectic mix that only you can accurately describe, the Luxe Home collection has a color you'll vibe with.

SEE ALSO: Comparing the best art TVs: How to decide between The Frame and its growing list of competitors

Past the color palette, the design team used ribbed textures, metallic details, and satin finishes to maximize the general visual interest of each vacuum. The goal was to add a touch of natural luxury to the muted organic hues that were chosen — and to get far, far away from the utilitarian slab of technology that we've been forced to accept in our vacuums for years.

Most surprisingly, both Luxe collections are priced identically to their "regular" counterparts: The Luxe Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean & Empty costs $499.99, and the Luxe Shark UV Reveal robot vacuum costs $1,299.99. Let's explore your options.

Shark PowerDetect Speed The Shark Luxe Home PowerDetect Speed comes in Walnut, Oatstone, Sagewood, and Harbor Slate.  Credit: Shark

Just released in April 2026, the Shark PowerDetect Speed is Shark's newest cordless stick vacuum. The Speed harnesses some of Shark's most heavy-duty suction power to date, contained in a body that's more than a pound lighter than the previous version of the Shark PowerDetect.

The first PowerDetect vacuum has been my go-to recommendation for pet hair for nearly two years. Now that I have the sagewood version of the PowerDetect Speed at home for testing, I already have a feeling that this will be my new stick vacuum to hype for carpets. Suction is so strong that you can feel the brush rolls digging into carpet fibers, but with carefully-designed airflow that's still easy to push across a rug.

The PowerDetect Speed charges on the included self-empty station. Credit: Shark The PowerDetect Speed's wand has a hinge for easier cleaning under furniture. Credit: Shark

Since the vacuum empties itself every time you put it back on the dock, you're starting each new cleaning session with an empty dustbin — you'll be able to see proof of exactly how much gray fluff was pulled from just the room at hand.

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"Sagewood" is exclusive to sharkninja.com. Shop Now Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 robot vacuum The Luxe Home UV Reveal robot vacuum is available in Espresso, Evergreen, Deep Harbor, and Ivory.  Credit: Shark

The Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal robot vacuum is one of the most innovative robot vacuum and mop combos of 2026 so far, and is easily the best Shark robot vacuum of, well, ever.

During each cleaning mission, this Shark bot repeatedly scans hard floors with a UV light to find any invisible stains that you'd otherwise miss. If something's detected, the UV Reveal kicks into hardcore spot cleaning mode. That involves scrubbing from multiple angles with 1,000 sonic vibrations per minute.

In my testing, the UV Reveal stumbled across hidden dried puddles on multiple occasions (one was cat puke runoff that wasn't cleaned up well, one was just the sticky liquid that always forms near the cat food and water bowls). I didn't know they were there, and neither did the AI stain detection cameras of the other high-end robot vacuums I was testing. It's a pretty mesmerizing process to watch, NGL — and after seeing the time spent on mopping each dirty area, I can confirm that my hardwood felt quite sanitary once the UV Reveal was done.

The monochrome ivory design feels less sterile than straight-up white. Credit: Shark Gold accents elegantly tie the dock and vacuum together. Credit: Shark

As Mashable's resident vacuum reviewer, there are three to seven robot vacuums under my roof at all times. I'm all too familiar with the plasticky black, white, or gray (if the brand was really feeling kooky) docks that cheapen the curation of my cozy jewel-toned living room. During a briefing about the Luxe Home launch, one Shark designer was really speaking my language: "Robot vacuums have been black and white discs for so long, and we're doing consumers such a disservice by not giving them options that fit their life," he said. "There are a lot of opportunities to add delight in areas [cleaning] that people hadn't expected."

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SAVE $80: The Google Fitbit Ace kids smartwatch is on sale at Amazon for $99.95, down from the list price of $179.95. That's a 44% discount that matches the best price we've seen at Amazon.

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Now that we're in the beginning of June, the kids are wrapping up the school year in most areas of the country. If not, they're already sitting around the house asking how much screen time is allowed today. If you're hunting for a fun end-of-the-school year gift that doubles as incentive to stay active this summer, Amazon has the perfect deal.

As of June 3, the Google Fitbit Ace kids smartwatch is on sale at Amazon for $99.95, marked down from the list price of $179.95. That's a 44% discount that takes a hefty $80 off the price. It also matches the best price we've seen at Amazon.

The Fitbit Ace comes with great features we've come to love on fitness trackers that double as smartwatches, but aimed for kids. It comes with fun incentives to keep kids achieving daily quests like reaching their move goal. The "Noodle" on the perimeter of the watch face is a fun way for kids to quickly glance at the day's goals. Daily quests include activities like reaching a step count. You can also set monthly family quests.

SEE ALSO: Fitbit Air reviews: Is it time for a fitness tracker upgrade?

The Fitbit Ace can accommodate messages and calls from up to 20 contacts, for those who are ages 13 and up. Teens can also join a family group chat. When the kids go back to school at the end of summer, you can limit gameplay during school hours while still allowing kids to get in touch should they need to.

To help kids stay on a healthy routine this summer, snag the Google Fitbit Ace kids smartwatch at Amazon for under $100. It'll be a fun activity for kids while giving parents peace of mind they can always get in touch.

Google is giving website owners the ability to opt out of having their content appear in AI-powered search features, the company announced today. It's a notable concession from the search giant, which has faced mounting pressure from publishers and European regulators over declining traffic and AI search tools.

"[We're] actively listening to feedback from publishers and creators, and engaging with regulators like the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority to ensure website owners have the right tools as user preferences evolve, reads a Google blog post. "Today, we're beginning to test a new control that lets website owners manage how their links and content appear in generative AI Search features."

According to the blog post, a new toggle in Google Search Console will let site owners control whether their content appears in AI Overviews, AI Mode, and AI Overviews in Google Discover. Site owners who opt out won't have their content used to inform AI responses, but they also won't receive any traffic or impressions from those features. Google was also explicit that the opt-out will not affect how sites rank in traditional search results.

SEE ALSO: How often does Gemini 3.5 Flash hallucinate or lie? Google isn't saying.

The company is also rolling out new Search Console insights that show publishers how their pages are performing in AI search features, including impression data and which pages are surfacing in AI responses and in which countries. Both the opt-out control and the new analytics are launching first to a subset of UK website owners before a broader global rollout.

The announcement is a response to pressure that has been building for some time. The Wall Street Journal reported last year that organic search traffic to major publishers had fallen dramatically since Google began rolling out AI features, which have persistent issues with accuracy, hallucinations, and spelling. Google has pushed back on that framing, arguing in today's post that users of AI Overviews and AI Mode are searching more often and are more satisfied with search overall.

The company also says it has increased the number of links in AI responses, added website previews to encourage clickthroughs, and recently introduced a Preferred Sources feature that lets users choose which sites appear more prominently in AI results.

The opt-out announcement lands weeks after Google's I/O 2026 developer conference, where the company unveiled an aggressive expansion of its AI search ambitions. New Search agents that monitor the web around the clock on users' behalf, a conversational follow-up feature for AI Overviews, and a redesigned AI Search Box — the biggest update to Google's search bar in over 25 years — were among the announcements that signaled how central AI has become to Google's vision for search.

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To continue the tradition of retailers going head to head with Amazon during major sale events, Target just announced its competing Prime Day sale for 2026: Target Circle Deal Days. While the retailer typically outlasts Prime Day with a Circle Week event, this year's Deal Days sale directly overlaps Amazon's now four-day shopping extravaganza from June 23 through 26.

Like Amazon's members-only sale, Target's Deal Days sale event is designed to reward members of the Target Circle loyalty program with exclusive access to seasonal savings. Unlike Amazon, however, Target Circle is totally free to join.

If past sales are any indicator, we expect deals to cover just about every category during the event and we expect Target to elevate the shopping experience with plenty of rewards. Here's a breakdown of everything we know about the Deal Days sale so far.

When is Target Circle Deal Days?

Target will go head to head with Amazon Prime Day 2026 with its Deal Days event running from June 23 through 26. While the sale is open to all Target Circle members, paid Target Circle 360 members will get early access beginning June 22.

How to sign up for Target Circle membership

As I mentioned before, Target Circle is completely free to join, though there is a paid membership tier as well that unlocks same-day delivery (for orders over $35), free two-day shipping, 120-day returns, and exclusive monthly gifts and discounts.

If you're not a member yet, we recommend waiting until June 14 to sign up. According to a company press release, customers who sign up between June 14 and 22 will be rewarded.

Here's a breakdown of the new member offers:

• Customers who join Target Circle June 14–22 will get 15% off their first purchase.

• Customers who apply for a Target Circle Card between June 14–26 (and are approved) will get $100 in Target Circle Rewards

• Customers who join Target Circle 360 with an annual membership June 14–26 will receive 50% off their first year

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Target Circle Deal Days will showcase deals up to 45% off on everything from kitchen gadgets to outdoor gear to back-to-school essentials.

"Busy families are looking for ways to save money as they balance summer plans with back-to-school and college prep," Target's executive vice president Sarah Travis says in a press release. "We're meeting that need without compromising on the style and fun we know they love about Target." In other words, expect top brands and trendy products to get the deal treatment.

While we won't know specifics until the sale nears, Target has provided an overview of some of the best deals we can expect.

Best four-day offers for Circle members

• Up to 45% off select kitchen items including Cuisinart, Keurig and Ninja

• Up to 45% off select floorcare including Bissell, Hoover and Sharper Image

• 40% off back-to-school and college essentials including: JanSport backpacks, Casaluna and Threshold bedding and bath items, select writing tools from BIC, Expo, Paper Mate and Sharpie

• 40% off select women's clothing including A New Day and Universal Thread

• 40% off select beauty items, including Hot Tools, KISS and Revlon

• 40% off Sun Squad outdoor gear and coolers

Deal of the Day

Throughout the four-day sale, one-day-only offers will pop up each day. Some of those include 40% off or more on select items from national brands like Igloo, Sun Bum, Crocs, Goodfellow, Pillowfort, and more.

Exclusive Target Circle member in-store offer

If you're a Circle member and choose to shop in stores on June 23 (the first day of the Deal Days event), you'll be rewarded with a free hot or iced brewed coffee or Bullseye cookie in stores with a Starbucks coffeehouse. To redeem yours, just scan the barcode in the Wallet tab of your Target app at the Starbucks checkout.

Have you ever lost anything in an Uber vehicle before? If so, it was probably something normal, like a phone. Some people were not so lucky.

Uber published its 10th annual Lost & Found index on its website this week, highlighting some of the most unusual things people left in cars over the past year, while acknowledging some wider trends along the way. Uber's list of most unusual objects left in cars is pretty long, so we figured we would curate our 10 favorites for you. Here's what we came up with, in no particular order:

• Grass

• Dentures with two teeth

• Two wedding gowns

• Ankle monitor

• Brand new mini fridge

• Package of live butterflies

• Police radio

• Live fish

• Donny Osmond group photo

• Handcuffs

SEE ALSO: Claude can now connect with Spotify, Uber, and a lot more apps

For at least a couple of those, you can sort of rationalize how they might have gotten left in an Uber. For example, I can easily see some forgetful person loading up a new mini fridge for transport and then just departing the car without grabbing it. Live butterflies and a live fish are a little harder to explain, though, as are the two wedding gowns. I could understand someone leaving one wedding gown in a car, but two is a bit bizarre.

Uber also published a list of the top 10 most commonly forgotten items, which is entirely more understandable. It includes phones, wallets, luggage, keys, and headphones, among other things you'd definitely expect people to leave in a car. New York City also ranked as the most forgetful city in the U.S., which is just another metric by which it is the number one city in the country. (Editor's note: Go Knicks.)

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Audiobook listeners are a passionate crowd, and they deserve all the rewards too. While Kindle users get to enjoy the benefits of Kindle Rewards, it's about time that Audible users get the same. Following the buzz of its Audible Story House, the brand has now launched Audible Rewards, a program that pays you back the more you read.

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“Audible Rewards is built to meet our listeners where they are by rewarding consistent listening, encouraging content discovery, and delivering real value that grows the more you listen,” said Cynthia Chu, Chief Financial & Growth Officer at Audible.

With Spotify providing free audiobook credits to premium users each month, Audible may be leveraging the new rewards program as a way to entice new and existing users. But how does the new rewards system work? Here's everything you need to know about Audible Rewards.

How Audible Rewards Works

There are several different ways to earn while you listen. Plus, it rewards members who have been listening to Audible for years. Members who enroll within the first six months of the Audible Rewards receive a discount toward a future title. But then once you're in the program here's how to earn:

• Listening Day Rewards: Listen for at least five minutes a day to accumulate listening days and unlock milestones with discount rewards redeemable toward future listens. Customers can listen at their own pace, and days don't need to be consecutive. 

• Spend 3 Credits, Get 1 Free: A credit promotion that rewards members for stocking up on titles.

• Refer 3 Friends, Get $15: Members earn a $15 reward for every three friends they refer to Audible. New customers with a referral also receive a $5 reward.

• Anniversary Gift: Every 12 months, Audible celebrates members' listening with a free credit or voucher as a thank-you for another year of great stories.

• Multi-Title Challenge: Listen to 3, 4, or 5 titles within four months to earn an achievement badge reflecting your commitment: Engaged, Enthusiastic, or Dedicated.

• Listening Challenges: At launch, Audible Rewards will include a Harry Potter series challenge where listeners who complete all seven audiobooks in Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions will earn an exclusive badge that lives in their achievement collection, with fan-based challenges for additional titles to come. 

It's important to note that rewards status is contingent on continued Audible membership, however, you can pause membership up to 90 days, which maintains your accumulated rewards.

The program is now available to users across the United States. To track your rewards, members can visit the Rewards Hub on the Audible app and website.

AVAILABLE NOW: The Hisense UR8 RGB Mini-LED 4K TV lineup is live at Best Buy as of June 2. Prices start at $1,299.99 for the 55-inch model and run up to $4,999 for the 100-inch model.

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After months of speculation about a release date, the Hisense UR8 RGB TV is finally here and available at Best Buy.

There's been a lot of movement in Hisense's RGB sector in the past few weeks. First, news broke that Hisense quietly slashed prices of its flagship UR9 RGB TV by nearly 40 percent just weeks after launch — presumably because the UR9 line was way too expensive compared to the rest of the RGB market.

The day before the June 2 announcement, a post to the r/Hisense subreddit had users wondering when the UR8 was coming. It's been quite the highly awaited budget model, considering the RGB prices we've seen on the LG Micro RGB Evo, Sony Bravia II 7 and Bravia II 9 True RGB TVs, and Samsung's flagship R95H Micro RGB TV.

The Hisense UR8 comes in sizes 55 through 100 inches. Here's a closer look at the price breakdown:

• Hisense 55-inch UR8 Mini-LED 4K TV — $1,299.99

• Hisense 65-inch UR8 Mini-LED 4K TV — $1,799.99

• Hisense 75-inch UR8 Mini-LED 4K TV — $2,199.99

• Hisense 85-inch UR8 Mini-LED 4K TV — $3,199.99

• Hisense 100-inch UR8 Mini-LED 4K TV — $5,999.99

For reference, each size of the Hisense UR8 is around 20 percent cheaper than the next-most-affordable RGB TV, the Samsung R85H.

SEE ALSO: Comparing the best art TVs: How to decide between The Frame and its growing list of competitors

Compared to the UR9, the UR8 is still a premium mini-LED TV that should dazzle in both dark and well-lit rooms. It's the most affordable path so far to the new technology that utilizes pure red, green, and blue LEDs for enhanced color vibrancy and more robust coverage of the color spectrum altogether. Because each LED is individually controlled like OLED bulbs are, RGB TVs offer seriously precise lighting that's less susceptible to blooming.

According to Hisense, the UR8 can reach an impressive peak brightness of 3,500 nits and will soon support Dolby Vision 2. The 180Hz refresh rate and panel of four HDMI ports lob the UR8 into the conversation about the best budget gaming TVs. The UR8 is also the only of Hisense's two RGB options that comes as small as 55 inches.

TL;DR: Amazon Prime members can buy tickets to see Spider-Man: Brand New Day, two days before its official theatrical release.

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There are so many perks included in an Amazon Prime Membership, like cheaper gas, prescription discounts, and free shipping, but did you know that as a Prime member, you can also get early access to see select movies in theaters before they even come out?

Earlier this week, Amazon announced that all Prime members in the United States will get the chance to see Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day in select theaters on July 29 — two days before the general public release on July 31.

SEE ALSO: Are you 18 to 24? You can get 6 months of Amazon Prime for 0 dollars.

All you have to do to secure your spot is visit Amazon's Spider-Man: Brand New Day landing page and sign up for alerts to get updates on when tickets will go on sale via Fandango.

If you don't have a Prime Membership, you can sign up for a 30-day trial for free (though if you're doing that to get the tickets, you may want to hold off until they're actually available to purchase). Also, Amazon Prime Day is right around the corner from June 23 to June 26, so you'll get the best deals then, too! A standard Prime Membership is $14.99 per month or $139 per year, and you can cancel anytime.

The company hasn't mentioned whether or not those tickets will be discounted, but it definitely pays to sign up just to see it early and avoid a weekend full of internet spoilers.

SAVE $14: As of June 3, get the DJI Mic Mini (1TX + 1RX) for $45 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $59. That's a discount of 24%.

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Whether you're a content creator or just recording footage of you or your friends, great audio matters. That's why an external mic is an important part of recording. If you're looking for the perfect one that'll sound great without costing you an arm and a leg, DJI's viral microphone is a fantastic choice, and it's on sale for under $50 right now.

As of June 3, get the DJI Mic Mini (1TX + 1RX) for $45 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $59. That's $14 off and a discount of 24%.

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This popular mic is famous for a reason. It comes with one transmitter and one receiver, and it's perfect for just about any of your audio needs while creating content. It offers excellent audio and several features, including a charging dock, windscreen, clip magnet, carrying pouch, USB-C mobile phone adapter, and more, all for under $50. That's everything you need to start recording with a minimalistic, perfectly portable setup.

Mashable's Lead Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard praised the DJI Mic Mini as "one of the best upgrades for content creators", highlighting its generous noise cancellation features and "crisp and clear" audio. It can shine in several situations, most notably when dealing with outside noise that could interfere, effortlessly offering clear recordings that mean you don't have to mess about with redos.

Whether you need a mic for your personal content or making professional recordings, this is your most affordable and best bet, especially now that it's currently under $50.

Dating app Bumble is apparently launching a paid group-date feature soon, Business Insider reported.

The feature, called Plans, will launch in New York and require users to pay a flat fee to RSVP to an IRL "Plan" — a small IRL gathering. Bumble users can also invite a plus-one, who will also have to pay the fee, according to Business Insider.

SEE ALSO: The big question LGBTQ daters are asking, according to Hinge

After users attend, they'll be asked if they liked any other participants, and then they can match from there.

Business Insider also noted a new Instagram account, @plansbybumble, which is currently private.

The news comes weeks after Bumble founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd announced that Bumble is killing the swipe feature and promising a new experience. In recent earnings calls, Wolfe Herd has discussed a new AI-powered Bumble akin to an assistant and matchmaker — which led to backlash from users online.

While the app is becoming more AI-forward, the company is also investing more in IRL events. It's hosting several meetups in New York City this summer, for example. Plans also isn't the app's first foray into helping users make the leap from screen to scene. In 2017, the app launched an IRL hub called The Hive, and it hosted other singles events in 2022.

Bumble's revenue and paying users are down year over year, according to its latest earnings report, so it's no surprise it's trying multiple tactics to try to win users back.

Recently, Tinder launched a similar Double Date Mode that lets users invite friends to group dates. (Though that doesn't cost extra.) It's also adding more AI features, including its own AI matchmaker, Chemistry. Tinder has also had some financial losses recently, but its latest earnings report indicated that the decline may be slowing.

Mashable has reached out to Bumble for comment.

SAVE $150: The 15-inch LG Gram Book (8GB, 512GB SSD) is on sale at Best Buy for $549.99, down from the normal price of $699.99. That's a 23% discount.

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We've all watched tech (and storage) prices go wild this year. The problem is, we still need that tech to function in everyday life. If you're in need of a fresh laptop but don't feel like spending six digits, check out this limited-time offer from Best Buy.

For the rest of June 3, the 15-inch LG Gram Book (8GB, 512GB SSD) is on sale at Best Buy for $549.99, marked down from the normal price of $699.99. That's a 23% discount that takes a hefty $150 off the price.

Equipped with the new Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1 processor, the LG Gram is a great option if you're looking to go ultra-lightweight. This 15-inch model weighs just 3.74 pounds with a 0.76-inch thickness. That makes this an ideal model for travel or for college students taking a laptop to classes.

Keep in mind this model with 8GB RAM doesn't have a ton of internal memory, so it'll be best for simple tasks like web browsing, emails, or streaming shows.

SEE ALSO: The giant 57-inch Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 gaming monitor is on sale for $600 off

LG added an anti-glare screen to help with easy viewing and it gets up to 300 nits of brightness. There's also a built-in shutter closure for when you're not on video chats. Unlike some modern laptops, the LG includes all the ports you'd want: two USB-C, a headphone jack, and an HDMI.

For those in need of a laptop that's lightweight and affordable, it doesn't get more attractive than this Best Buy deal. But don't think for too long because the 15-inch LG Gram Book is only available for $549.99 for a handful of hours.