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Every four years, the World Cup reminds us why we fall in love with sports in the first place.

The 2026 tournament was one of firsts. For the first time, three countries — Canada, Mexico, and the United States — shared hosting duties. For the first time, the field expanded from 32 to 48 teams, giving more nations a chance to compete on the sport's biggest stage and more federations the opportunity to showcase their depth.

That expansion brought historic debuts for Cape Verde, Jordan, Curaçao, and Uzbekistan. Their first appearances delivered some of the tournament's most unforgettable moments.

It also felt like a farewell tour. Cristiano Ronaldo. Lionel Messi. Luka Modrić. Neymar. Son Heung-min. Guillermo Ochoa. A generation that shaped the sport for two decades took one last bow on the biggest stage, with several likely making their final World Cup appearances.

Taken together, those storylines made this World Cup feel bigger than any single match. Over the course of several weeks, the tournament gave us unforgettable goals, shocking upsets, viral celebrations, heartbreaking exits, and moments that transcended soccer altogether. Here are the moments that defined the 2026 World Cup.

Vozinha and the Blue Sharks

The best feel-good story of the World Cup has to be Cape Verde's historic run and their goalkeeper, Vozinha (née Josimar José Évora Dias). The 40-year-old keeper and Cape Verde stalwart rocketed to international fame after a heroic performance against eventual champions Spain, keeping a clean sheet against the European giants to earn the 500,000-strong nation its first-ever points in a World Cup.

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Vozinha, who was on the verge of retirement from club football, blew up on social media, amassing 29 million Instagram followers to become one of the most-followed soccer players on the platform.

The magic kept coming for the Blue Sharks. A 2-2 draw with Uruguay and a scoreless draw against Saudi Arabia secured a second-place finish in their group behind Spain, and a spot in the knockouts. There, the smallest nation ever to reach a World Cup knockout round took defending champs Argentina to the brink, including a spectacular extra-time equalizer from Sidney Lopes Cabral. It wasn't enough — an own goal in the 111th minute gave Argentina the lead, and the win.

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Even in defeat, Cape Verde and Vozinha became the darlings of the 2026 World Cup, earning a hero's welcome when they returned home to Praia, the nation's capital.

America's World Cup ends in disappointment and controversy

The U.S.'s lowest moment in the tournament came wrapped in controversy. Folarin Balogun was sent off in the round of 32 against Bosnia-Herzegovina for a tackle that injured Tarik Muharemovic — a red card overturned on review, then reinstated by VAR, that should have kept him out of the quarterfinal against Belgium.

Instead, on the eve of that match, news broke that President Trump had personally called FIFA president Gianni Infantino about the suspension, and FIFA's disciplinary committee — invoking the same conveniently vague rule it used to keep Cristiano Ronaldo eligible for his final World Cup — cleared Balogun to play.

FIFA denied any connection to the call, but the optics were brutal regardless: the first in-tournament suspension reversal FIFA had made since 1962. Balogun's actual impact on the game was negligible — one good chance in the 82nd minute that Thibaut Courtois saved — and the U.S. lost 4-1, undone far more by sloppy defending than by anything happening off the pitch. But the timing made it impossible to separate the two.

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A team that had looked loose and confident through the group stage and into the knockout rounds showed up tight and rattled.

Insane Third Place game ends Golden Boot race

The World Cup is known for its magnificent scorers: Pelé, Maradona, Klose. It's rare to see one player absolutely rake in the goals in a single tournament, but 2026 delivered a real fight for the crown. Heading into the final weekend, Messi and Mbappé sat tied atop the table at eight goals each, having both already passed Miroslav Klose on the World Cup's all-time scoring list along the way. Behind them, England's Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane lingered at six apiece, two goals back but not out of it.

Then the third-place game happened, and it blew the race open. England beat France 6-4 in a match that had no business being that entertaining for a game "nobody wanted to play."

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Instead, it turned into an old-fashioned track meet. Mbappé found the net twice to push his tally to 10, breaking the tie with Messi outright and matching the mark he set back in 2022. Bellingham, meanwhile, kept crashing the box the way he had all tournament and picked up his seventh, cutting the gap to Mbappé to three with only the final left. With that crazy game over, and Spain's 1-0 win over Argentina, Mbappé ended the tournament as the Golden Boot winner.

The last time this fixture featured multiple Golden Boot winners padding their totals was in 1990, and even that wasn't a shootout like this one. Between Mbappé and Messi, both represent the first 8+ goal scorers since Gerd Müller scored 10 back in 1970.

We truly are blessed.

International fans experience American baseball

One of the best things about the World Cup is when international fans and players come to town and immerse themselves in local culture. The best subplot from this year's World Cup was undoubtedly taking place at the ballpark.

With days off between fixtures, traveling World Cup fans started showing up in force at MLB games, and stadiums across the country turned into unlikely satellite fan zones. It kicked off on June 14 at Fenway, when Scottish fans fresh off a win over Haiti marched from downtown Boston straight into a Red Sox game — timed, by pure coincidence, with the ballpark's own Scottish Heritage Night.

Two days later, the Tartan Army (the nickname for the Scottish supporters) packed part of the upper deck at Yankee Stadium, and by June 22, roughly 8,000 of them turned up in Miami for a Marlins-Rangers game, making up nearly half the announced crowd.

Norway's supporters did their own version of the takeover at Citi Field on June 24, filling the outfield seats in Viking helmets and getting the stadium's mascots to join their signature rowing celebration. Even England manager Thomas Tuchel, a generally terse-looking man, threw out a ceremonial first pitch at Kauffman Stadium during the team's stay in Kansas City. He could definitely strike out Timothée Chalamet in three pitches.

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For all the goodwill the tournament generated, the road to it exposed something uglier. In the run-up to the World Cup, visa denials and delays became a recurring headache for teams, and in some cases, outright barred people from the competition entirely.

Swiss forward Breel Embolo was blocked from boarding a flight to his own team's training camp over a year-old conviction that had already been settled back home. South Africa's delegation nearly missed its trip to Mexico when more than 20 players and staff got stuck waiting on visas, and Iran's team ended up sleeping in Mexico every night of the tournament after U.S. officials barred its players and staff from overnight stays, with more than a dozen federation staffers, including the federation's own president, never cleared to travel at all.

None of this happened by accident. It was the Trump administration's own immigration architecture doing exactly what it was built to do, and the tournament exposed it long before the opening whistle.

The policy wasn't limited to a handful of unlucky cases: 39 countries entered the tournament under some form of U.S. travel restriction, and for 19 of them the State Department had stopped issuing visas altogether, a list that happened to include four World Cup nations (Iran, Haiti, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal).

Somali referee Omar Artan, freshly named his continent's top official and set to become the first Somali to work a World Cup match, was detained for eleven hours at Miami International Airport and sent back to Istanbul over alleged "associations with suspected members of terror organizations" that CBP officials declined to specify.

To be fair, Canada has also been just as strict, with Ghanaian fans getting an 11 percent approval rate for visas to the country. Most notably, Ghanaian player Thomas Partey had his visa and subsequent appeal denied and missed Ghana's World Cup opener due to ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK. Partey, however, was allowed to play in the team's other group-stage matches in the US.

Through all of this, FIFA, the one body with standing to push back, chose instead to call it a host country's prerogative.

The world falls in love with Erling Haaland

The most terrifying striker in the world seems to be a completely normal guy. It's something only Erling Haaland seems to be able to do, with the ruthlessly efficient Norwegian striker netting himself into the Golden Boot conversation alongside Messi and Mbappé.

Off the field, though, the man nicknamed "The Terminator" is a glorified Snapchat shitposter.

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On his personal Snapchat, you can find selfies with Shrek, face filters, and a bit where he wanders around Manhattan in a cap pretending nobody recognizes him. Despite being two years younger than fellow Gen Z superstar Mbappé, the Manchester City striker doesn't seem to carry the same weight of expectations as his world soccer compatriots. This man is doing photoshoots with cowboy hats and wearing shirts that say "y'all can kiss my Dallas."

It's probably why the world can't get enough of him.

Estadio Azteca

The Estadio Azteca, the home of Mexican soccer, delivered one of the most breathtaking scenes in this World Cup.

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The stadium is a historic site not just in Mexico but also in World Cup history. It also made for some great memes. Mexico hosted the World Cup for the third time and, for the first time ever, won all three group-stage games. The vibes coming off El Tri and its fans were at an all-time high — probably the only thing higher than the altitude at Estadio Azteca, which became a running joke all tournament long.

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As you've probably read by now, I have two beagles who love to destroy my floors (particularly right after I've cleaned the entire apartment). To keep my sanity intact, I own an arsenal of cleaning supplies, including the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra and the Aero Pro Steam (I call it my "Dreame Team"). But I also know that brand loyalty usually takes a backseat when a really good discount pops up. (Plus, it's my job.)

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As of July 20, the Ecovacs Goat A2000 LiDAR Pro Robot Lawn Mower is on sale at Amazon for $1,498, marked down from the normal price of $1,999.99. That's a 25% discount that takes a whopping $501.99 off the price.

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A Bluetooth tracker may not be the most exciting piece of tech you can buy, but it can certainly be one of the most life-saving.

Apple AirTags have long been a popular choice with iPhone users, and with the release of the second-generation AirTags earlier this year, it doesn't look like that's changing anytime soon. As an extra perk, the four-pack of these Apple AirTags is on sale at Amazon and Best Buy for $89. Though that's only $10 off their $99 list price, this is the first time since last month's Prime Day we've seen a price dip on the trackers.

Plus, considering the price of just one AirTag is $29, $89 is a much better value, bringing them down to $22.25 per tracker.

The second-gen isn't vastly different from the first-generation AirTag. Senior Editor Stan Schroeder wrote in his review that the battery life, appearance, and simple setup is the same. That said, it also features a greater range, louder speaker, and Precision Tracking, which can be used with Apple Watches Series 9 or later.

Whether you're planning on using AirTags for travel, or more everyday essentials like your keys, this is one of the best Bluetooth trackers for Apple users. The main con is the high price point, but with this deal, it's much more palatable.

Spain has won the 2026 FIFA World Cup – and millions of new Kalshi users either won or lost money betting on the game.

According to prediction market Kalshi, the platform brought in 3 million new users during the World Cup tournament, which kicked off on June 11 and ended with the Spain vs. Argentina final on July 19.

In addition to the millions of new users, the company said that the World Cup broke a platform record for the most money traded in a single market. Kalshi says more than $1.2 billion in trades, the term the company uses to describe bets, were made to predict the winner of the World Cup.

Kalshi had a large presence throughout the World Cup. The company partnered with stars of the sport, such as Luka Modrić of the Croatia national team, who served as a brand ambassador and appeared in a commercial. Kalshi also had a partnership with the Argentina national team and received a featured post for the brand on Lionel Messi's Instagram account, which has over 512 million followers.

A commercial featuring A-lister Timothée Chalamet also appeared frequently in the U.S. market.

Despite their constant presence throughout the tournament, neither Kalshi nor its largest competitor, Polymarket, were official sponsors of the FIFA World Cup. A much smaller, new prediction market called ADI Predictstreet was deemed the "Official Prediction Market Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026." However, Kalshi even found a way in there. Kalshi partnered with ADI Predictsteet in co-branded ad placements. In addition, website visitors from markets that ADI Predictstreet were not legally allowed to serve were told to visit Kalshi to place their trades in a prominent banner featured on ADI Predictstreet's homepage.

Prediction markets like Kalshi have been heavily criticized as they've blown up in popularity. There have been numerous alleged instances of illegal insider trading on these platforms. Critics have also pointed out how prediction markets allow users to trade on topics that could potentially lead to dangerous results. Gambling can also be very addictive, which is one reason sports betting is regulated so heavily.

For its part, Kalshi does not consider itself a destination for gambling. In a statement to Mashable, a company spokesperson said, "Kalshi is a financial exchange, not a gambling platform where the house sets the odds. People trade against each other, which means there's no incentive for us to hook losers and limit winners."

Some U.S. states have also taken aim at sports trading on prediction markets, specifically. These states have argued that prediction markets are running illegal sports betting operations as they seek to curb activity on these platforms in the courts.

For now, though, it seems prediction markets like Kalshi continue to grow with every major event, such as the World Cup. At this point, it's a sure bet.

UPDATE: Jul. 20, 2026, 5:39 p.m. EDT This article has been updated with a statement from Kalshi on the difference between gambling and trading.

A very unusual raccoon from Seattle has become the internet's newest sweetheart.

Since appearing in a brief video filmed in the city’s Ballard neighborhood, Jimothy has accumulated millions of views and inspired murals, tattoos, merchandise, government public-service announcements, a city proclamation, and even a surprise appearance at a Seattle Mariners game.

Online, fans have promoted him to "King Jimothy," "Saint Jimothy," and Seattle’s "sweet prince." "Hot Jimothy Summer," a play on Megan Thee Stallion's "hot girl summer," has become the unofficial slogan surrounding the unusually shaped animal.

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Jimothy’s sudden fame began with one fairly reasonable question: What exactly are we looking at?

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Kiana Hall encountered Jimothy while walking with her husband through Ballard on July 13.

Hall initially thought the animal moving beneath a parked car was a cat and pulled out her phone to get a better look. Then it emerged with the familiar masked face of a raccoon and a much less familiar body shape.

Hall posted the video on Instagram and named the raccoon Jimothy, a decision based less on a complicated backstory than an immediate feeling.

"He just looked like a 'Jimothy' to me," Hall told TODAY.com. "I don't have any other explanation other than I looked at him and he looked like a 'Jimothy.'"

The name stuck. The video garnered millions of views, while people around Ballard began sharing their own footage of the distinctive raccoon, who's become a welcome sight in the neighborhood.

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Jimothy has a noticeably shortened torso and neck, giving him the round, compressed appearance that first caught Hall's attention. Marcie Logsdon, an associate professor at Washington State University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, told The Seattle Times that his shape is likely the result of a congenital spinal deformity.

Some reports have identified the condition as short spine syndrome (SSS), which can cause vertebrae to become shortened or compressed. Jimothy has not been examined by a veterinarian; therefore, there is no confirmed diagnosis based on the videos alone.

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Despite his unusual build, he appears able to walk, climb, find food, and move around the neighborhood independently.

"The fact that he’s made it to this age tells me that he’s managing and that he’s adapting," Logsdon added. "I was surprised and honestly a little bit inspired that he’s that resilient."

The footage also prompted Ballard residents to dig through their own camera rolls. One user, Ben Trammell, shared videos with a caption that said he believes they show a younger Jimothy living with a raccoon family in nearby cedar trees. He added that Jimothy’s mother and siblings appeared patient with him, sometimes helping or carrying him when he had difficulty keeping up.

It's a "Jimothy summer"

Clips spread from individual Instagram accounts across social media, including Reddit, where users started collecting possible sightings, older footage, fan art, memes, and updates. A dedicated r/JimothyRaccoon community popped up within days, while commenters declared it "Hot Jimothy Summer," called him "the most Seattle animal possible," and urged people to protect him "at all costs."

As his online following grew, tributes began showing up around Seattle. Artist Andrew Miller painted a mural of Jimothy, while Matt Inman, the cartoonist behind The Oatmeal, drew him in the style of a police sketch "in case the cops need it." Fans also shared paintings, crafts, memes, merchandise, and other artwork featuring the raccoon, producing enough posts that Seattle’s subreddit created a dedicated Jimothy art-and-crafts megathread.

Some admirers chose a more permanent tribute. Laura Exley, owner of Electric Kitten Tattoo in Ballard, said three customers had booked Jimothy tattoos by July 18, with at least 10 more contacting the studio. A Tacoma tattoo artist also offered discounted Jimothy tattoos and told customers they did not have to use the artist’s original design.

Local organizations soon joined the reaction online. The Seattle Public Library shared Jimothy-themed book recommendations, the University of Washington awarded him an honorary doctorate ("Dr. Jimothy"), and the Seattle Mariners temporarily changed a social media profile image to show the raccoon wearing a team cap.

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The Mariners then brought Jimothy into T-Mobile Park. During the team’s July 18 game against the San Francisco Giants, a costumed version of the raccoon joined the traditional seventh-inning Salmon Run, in which four oversized fish race around the stadium (Jimothy defeated all four).

The timing only added to the joke, though. Seattle entered the seventh inning trailing 3-0 and had gone 15 consecutive innings in the series without scoring. Shortly after Jimothy’s victory, Cole Young hit a three-run home run to tie the game, and the Mariners went on to win 4-3 in extra innings on a Julio Rodríguez sacrifice fly.

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Fans jokingly credited Jimothy with inspiring the comeback. Whatever role he played, he remains undefeated in professional mascot racing.

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Offline, Seattle City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck plans to commemorate "Jimothy Summer" during a community event at noon on July 26 in Bergen Place Park, near the Ballard Farmers Market. The gathering may include an art competition featuring some of the many Jimothy-inspired creations that have appeared since her video was posted.

The Washington State Department of Transportation found a more practical role for the rounded raccoon. In a Jimothy-themed litter PSA, the agency reminded drivers that "trash belongs in the trash can, not in the median," and warned that roadside garbage can draw raccoons and other wildlife into traffic. WSDOT said it spends about $17 million annually cleaning up highway litter and removed 726 tons of trash from state roads in 2025. "But do you really want him crossing four lanes of traffic to get to it?" the agency wrote. "NO."

Fans are being asked to keep their distance

Jimothy may now be a mascot and a meme, but the real raccoon is still a wild animal.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has asked people not to approach, capture, pet, or feed him. Officials say Jimothy appears to be moving and finding food successfully and should be left to continue living independently.

Residents should also secure garbage, keep pet food indoors, lock pet doors at night, and avoid encouraging raccoons to become comfortable around people.

The Washington State Department of Health offered similar advice in its own Jimothy-themed Threads post.

“As long as you don't try to pet him, cuddle him, or feed him, Jimothy poses zero health risk," the department wrote.

People who encounter wildlife that appears injured or distressed in the Seattle area can contact the PAWS Wildlife Center for guidance.

For everyone else, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Jimothy from afar. The murals, memes, tattoos, and mascot races are fair game. The actual raccoon would probably prefer personal space.

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A few years back, Amazon quietly released a new Fire HD 10 tablet. It's lighter, 25% faster, and longer-lasting than the previous iteration. It also has better cameras and support for Amazon's stylus. We were pretty surprised it didn't go on sale for Prime Day. In fact, the Fire HD 10, shockingly, hasn't seen a discount since Black Friday last year. So, when I spotted today's deal, I had to shout it out.

As of July 20, the Fire HD 10 tablet is on sale for just $99.99 at Amazon. That's 29% off its list price and the first discount we've seen in 2026.

The Fire HD 10 tablet isn't going to wow you like, say, a 2026 iPad Air. It's a no frills tablet ideal for those who just want something portable to browse social media, stream their favorite shows, and maybe answer a few emails. Mashable's reviewer SaVanna Shoemaker said it's "lighter and faster than its predecessors, with a long battery life and vivid picture that makes it great for on-the-go entertainment." Compared to other well-known tablets, she also adds that it's an "excellent value."

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We can't ask Homer what he thinks of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, but we can ask someone who knows it better than most.

Emily Wilson, the British-American classicist whose 2017 translation of the epic poem was one of the director's inspirations, was asked her opinion on The Odyssey film by the Associated Press.

"I want to celebrate the fact that so many more people are aware of The Odyssey and were brought back to the poem,” she told AP. "But at the same time, I had the sense that Christopher Nolan was trying to pack everything in while missing themes that were essential to the poem."

SEE ALSO: 'The Odyssey' hints at 3 myths without detailing them. Here are the untold stories.

Nolan has cited Wilson's work as among his influences for the film, notably Homer's opening line, "Tell me about a complicated man."

Granted, it's nothing short of a herculean task to try and fit every last element of Homer's 12,000-line poem into a film that runs just under three hours, despite that IMAX screen size. Nolan does hit the major plot points of The Odyssey's 20-year chronology — the Trojan Horse, Penelope's (Anne Hathaway) sleazy suitors, Odysseus (Matt Damon) and his men running into the cyclops Polythemus (Bill Irwin), the sirens, the Scylla monster, and the nymph Calypso (Charlize Theron) along the way — he leaves many myths deliberately untold.

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For one thing, Wilson's translation famously reexamined the role of women in The Odyssey, like the characters of Penelope and Circe. And Nolan's film does give women more agency than they've had in his previous work, as Mashable's Belen Edwards writes in her review, "Nolan makes sure to emphasize the women of The Odyssey's complexities, as opposed to letting them linger on the sidelines or in dead wife montages. Most importantly, he lets them be angry."

I'm going to leave the hand-wringing to the internet on this one (and it's happening), but it's interesting to hear scholars responses to The Odyssey, a text that has been reinterpreted for thousands of years through literature, art, film, video games, and myriad creative avenues.

As to what Homer would think? No one can ever know that, stop speaking for an ancient Greek poet on X.

The Odyssey is now in cinemas.

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While there are a ton of great options for e-readers these days, basically no brands have Amazon's Kindle beat when it comes to affordability.

That holds especially true come sitewide sales at Amazon like Prime Day, as Kindles tend to go on sale for record low prices. While you may catch them on offer at other times in the year, generally the deals won't be quite as good.

However, there's always the chance that on a random Monday — say, like today, July 20 — another retailer will bring the heat. And as it happens, Best Buy has not one, but two Kindles down to their lowest prices ever. The Kindle Paperwhite is available for $124.99, knocking $35 off its $159.99 price, while the Kindle Paperwhite Signature is just $144.99, knocking $55 off its $199.99 price. At the time of writing, neither e-reader is on sale at Amazon.

In other words, if you regret not grabbing a Kindle during last month's Prime Day sale, this is your chance to soothe your regrets.

SEE ALSO: Kindle Paperwhite vs. Signature Edition: Which is the best Amazon e-reader?

Mashable's resident e-reader expert and Lead Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino has tested every single available Kindle, and determined the Kindle Paperwhite to be the best overall Kindle, while the Paperwhite Signature is the best upgraded version of the device. She also says the Kindle is the best e-reader she's ever tried, including testing from brands like Kobo, Boox, Xteink, and Durobo.

The standard Paperwhite has an incredible 12-week battery life, 16GB of storage, great Libby integration, is waterproof, and a light that automatically adjusts temperature. Mangino has owned the Paperwhite for two years, and says it works just as well as the day she opened the box. At $124.99, its just $15 more than the current price of the standard Kindle.

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The Kindle Paperwhite Signature edition, on the other hand, ups the ante for readers. It has the same 12-week battery life of its non-Signature analogue, but double the storage at 32GB. It also has a seven-inch display like the regular Paperwhite, but features an auto-adjusting light, wireless charging, and maybe best of all, no ads on the lockscreen. At $144.99, it's cheaper than the Paperwhite is at full price, making this an excellent price to grab it at.

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UP TO 70% OFF: Lovehoney's annual Black Friday in July Sale is live. Save on sex toys, lingerie, bondage gear, and more during the 2026 sale.

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It's that time of year again: Marketing teams everywhere are going to be singing "It's Christmas in July." Why they do this, I have no idea. I'd honestly like to enjoy my seasons in the appropriate amount of time, but here we are. (Going into Hobby Lobby this past weekend put me into a full spiral; Halloween decorations are out.) But I guess I can't complain too much because it means Lovehoney's annual Black Friday in July Sale is live.

SEE ALSO: I've tested 100+ sex toys. Here are the 15 most mind-blowing toys I've ever owned.

Right now, you can get up to 70% off vibrators, male sex toys, lingerie, and bondage gear. As an added bonus, if your cart hits $99, Lovehoney will let you choose a free gift at checkout. Today's free gift options include a metal butt plug, black lace lingerie, lace wrist cuffs, a mini wand vibrator, a prostate vibrator, a transparent stroker, or a vibrating cock ring.

If you're trying to get the most bang for your buck, I recommend adding the G-Thriller, Womanizer Starlet 3 (or Liberty 2), and LELO Smart Wand 2 Medium (it's only $119 at Lovehoney but $169 on the LELO site) to your cart. This way, you can have a little bit of everything for less than $250 — add a butt plug as your free gift to cover all your bases.

Of course, only you know what works for your body. So mix and match deals as you please. I only recommended these three for the trifecta: G-spot stimulation, clitoral stimulation, and a high-intensity wand that'll get you off in seconds (yes, I have a Smart Wand too!).

Thanks to BTS member J-Hope, we now have our first look at Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide in the wild, ahead of the July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event.

According to a report from 9to5Google's Ben Schoon, the singer was filmed using the device during soundcheck footage at a BTS World Tour stop in Paris, with the compiled clips circulating on X. The footage shows J-Hope holding and filming with the device from both front and back angles. The device in the video matches leaked renders of the new wide version of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which is expected to go head-to-head with the iPhone Ultra Fold later this year.

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The clips show a purple finish, though the phone isn't shown unfolded, leaving its inner display still unseen. Samsung maintains a marketing partnership with BTS, and 9to5Google suggested the phone was likely supplied to J-Hope through that relationship rather than as an intentional early reveal.

The device is widely expected to carry the Galaxy Z Fold 8 name, though as we've noted, the branding may cause confusion. This version reportedly isn't a direct successor to last year's Z Fold 7, with that role instead going to a separate Z Fold 8 Ultra.

In our guide to Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide leaks, the reported specs point to a 5.5-inch external display, 7.6-inch internal display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 12GB RAM, and a 4,800mAh battery, alongside a camera setup: 50MP wide, 50MP ultrawide, dual 10MP selfie. This marks a step down from the Z Fold 7's 200MP main sensor.

Samsung is set to formally unveil the device alongside the Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and new smartwatches at the July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event in London.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leaks, see the sleek new wearable

Mashable will be at Samsung's London event, so check back on Wednesday for our live blog and the latest Galaxy Unpacked news.

Thanks to BTS member J-Hope, we now have our first look at Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide in the wild, ahead of the July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event.

According to a report from 9to5Google's Ben Schoon, the singer was filmed using the device during soundcheck footage at a BTS World Tour stop in Paris, with the compiled clips circulating on X. The footage shows J-Hope holding and filming with the device from both front and back angles. The device in the video matches leaked renders of the new wide version of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which is expected to go head-to-head with the iPhone Ultra Fold later this year.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.

The clips show a purple finish, though the phone isn't shown unfolded, leaving its inner display still unseen. Samsung maintains a marketing partnership with BTS, and 9to5Google suggested the phone was likely supplied to J-Hope through that relationship rather than as an intentional early reveal.

The device is widely expected to carry the Galaxy Z Fold 8 name, though as we've noted, the branding may cause confusion. This version reportedly isn't a direct successor to last year's Z Fold 7, with that role instead going to a separate Z Fold 8 Ultra.

In our guide to Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide leaks, the reported specs point to a 5.5-inch external display, 7.6-inch internal display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, 12GB RAM, and a 4,800mAh battery, alongside a camera setup: 50MP wide, 50MP ultrawide, dual 10MP selfie. This marks a step down from the Z Fold 7's 200MP main sensor.

Samsung is set to formally unveil the device alongside the Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and new smartwatches at the July 22 Galaxy Unpacked event in London.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 leaks, see the sleek new wearable

Mashable will be at Samsung's London event, so check back on Wednesday for our live blog and the latest Galaxy Unpacked news.

SAVE 62%: As of July 20, you can get Samsung's 870 EVO SATA III (2TB) internal SSD for $399.99, down from $1,039.99, at Amazon. That's a 62% discount or $640 in savings.

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If your computer's been hissing at you or freezing up on basic tasks, you might need some extra storage space. And right now, Amazon's got a ton of deals going on SSDs; there's just one thing you need to know: Most of these deals are fake.

Okay, maybe not all of them, but there's a widespread counterfeit scam going on right now that you need to watch out for. Scammers are selling counterfeit 2TB SSDs that look identical to the real thing but only hold about 120GB of storage. Once the drive is full, it will fail, and your files will be unreadable.

SEE ALSO: Samsung's new 990 SSD has dropped — features, price, and where to buy

The good news? If you know what to look for, you can dodge the scammers and score a great drive for an affordable price. For instance, Amazon has the Samsung 870 EVO (2TB) internal SSD listed for $399.99 right now. That's a 62% discount or a $640 price cut.

If you want to make sure you're getting the real deal, use this checklist before and after you buy:

• Check the seller first: This specific $399.99 listing is shipped and sold directly by Amazon.com and links straight to the official Samsung storefront. That's your first green flag. If you see SSDs sold by random third-party marketplace sellers, don't buy them.

• Inspect the physical drive: Once your package arrives, look closely at the sticker. If the edges are sloppy or it looks like it's been peeled off and reapplied at some point, be suspicious.

• Run a capacity test: Don't trust it with important files until you run a test through the Samsung Magician software to make sure the internal serial number matches the sticker, or use a free tool like H2testw to verify it's a true 2TB drive.

SAVE 62%: As of July 20, you can get Samsung's 870 EVO SATA III (2TB) internal SSD for $399.99, down from $1,039.99, at Amazon. That's a 62% discount or $640 in savings.

Samsung 870 EVO SATA III (2TB) internal SSD $399.99 at Amazon
$1,039.99 Save $640   Get Deal at Amazon

If your computer's been hissing at you or freezing up on basic tasks, you might need some extra storage space. And right now, Amazon's got a ton of deals going on SSDs; there's just one thing you need to know: Most of these deals are fake.

Okay, maybe not all of them, but there's a widespread counterfeit scam going on right now that you need to watch out for. Scammers are selling counterfeit 2TB SSDs that look identical to the real thing but only hold about 120GB of storage. Once the drive is full, it will fail, and your files will be unreadable.

SEE ALSO: Samsung's new 990 SSD has dropped — features, price, and where to buy

The good news? If you know what to look for, you can dodge the scammers and score a great drive for an affordable price. For instance, Amazon has the Samsung 870 EVO (2TB) internal SSD listed for $399.99 right now. That's a 62% discount or a $640 price cut.

If you want to make sure you're getting the real deal, use this checklist before and after you buy:

• Check the seller first: This specific $399.99 listing is shipped and sold directly by Amazon.com and links straight to the official Samsung storefront. That's your first green flag. If you see SSDs sold by random third-party marketplace sellers, don't buy them.

• Inspect the physical drive: Once your package arrives, look closely at the sticker. If the edges are sloppy or it looks like it's been peeled off and reapplied at some point, be suspicious.

• Run a capacity test: Don't trust it with important files until you run a test through the Samsung Magician software to make sure the internal serial number matches the sticker, or use a free tool like H2testw to verify it's a true 2TB drive.

With just days to go before Samsung's next big product showcase, the products themselves are leaking to an extreme degree, as per usual. While Apple tends to keep a tight lid on its devices' specs and features, Samsung smartphones and watches typically leak widely ahead of their official launch.

The latest leak comes courtesy of prolific leaker Evan Blass. On Substack, Blass posted several very official-looking renders of the new Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, just a couple of days before Samsung Galaxy Unpacked in London. The renders show not only the device's appearance but also text showcasing various specs.

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Those leaked specs include an IP69K dust- and water-resistance rating and an 800mAh battery, much larger than the 590mAh cell in last year's model. It's also supposed to be 12 percent thinner and a good deal brighter, with its display's peak brightness set at 5,000 nits, up from 3,000 nits on the previous watch. That matches an earlier leak, which claimed the new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 would have "a record-breakingly bright display."

Lastly, the leak claims the wearable will supposedly use the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip. Pretty much all of that lines up with other recent leaks.

There are only about 48 hours left before Unpacked at the time of publication, but maybe we'll get even more leaks before then.

Mashable will be attending the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, so check back in a few days for our live blog and udpates on all of the latest announcements.

With just days to go before Samsung's next big product showcase, the products themselves are leaking to an extreme degree, as per usual. While Apple tends to keep a tight lid on its devices' specs and features, Samsung smartphones and watches typically leak widely ahead of their official launch.

The latest leak comes courtesy of prolific leaker Evan Blass. On Substack, Blass posted several very official-looking renders of the new Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, just a couple of days before Samsung Galaxy Unpacked in London. The renders show not only the device's appearance but also text showcasing various specs.

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra appears online with Messi's face and a $13,000 price tag This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.

Those leaked specs include an IP69K dust- and water-resistance rating and an 800mAh battery, much larger than the 590mAh cell in last year's model. It's also supposed to be 12 percent thinner and a good deal brighter, with its display's peak brightness set at 5,000 nits, up from 3,000 nits on the previous watch. That matches an earlier leak, which claimed the new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 would have "a record-breakingly bright display."

Lastly, the leak claims the wearable will supposedly use the Snapdragon Wear Elite chip. Pretty much all of that lines up with other recent leaks.

There are only about 48 hours left before Unpacked at the time of publication, but maybe we'll get even more leaks before then.

Mashable will be attending the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, so check back in a few days for our live blog and udpates on all of the latest announcements.

SAVE $400: The Peloton Tread is on sale at Amazon for $2,895, down from the list price of $3,295. That's a 12% discount.

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It always seems like summer is the perfect time to start a new fitness routine or train for a Labor Day 5K. In reality, summer weather is not always accommodating to heading outside for training sessions. Between heat, sudden thunderstorms, and occasional wildfire smoke, summer training can be rough. Instead of battling those elements, stay indoors thanks to this deal.

As of July 20, the Peloton Tread is on sale at Amazon for $2,895, marked down from the standard price of $3,295. That's a $400 savings from the 12% discount.

Get your favorite fitness tracker on and hop on the Peloton Tread. Like the popular Peloton Bike, the Tread has a high-end design with features to match. There's a 21.5-inch HD screen that swivels, front facing speakers, and a generously sized 59-inch-long running belt.

Peloton put the speed and incline knobs in a convenient location, making them easy to adjust while mid-workout. The jump button will increase the speed by one and the incline by one percent. Overall, you can select a speed between 1 and 12.5 miles per hour, in increments of .1 miles for plenty of control.

SEE ALSO: The Bose headphones I recommend to everyone are now $130 off

The Peloton Tread is designed for people who weigh 300 lbs or less, and there's even a USB-C charging port on the treadmill for recharging your phone while you work out.

Since it's on sale for $400 off and we're in the peak of summer, gift yourself the comfort of the Peloton Tread and get your steps in, indoors. You'll be happy to have it come winter chill, too.

SAVE $400: The Peloton Tread is on sale at Amazon for $2,895, down from the list price of $3,295. That's a 12% discount.

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$3,295 Save $400   Get Deal

It always seems like summer is the perfect time to start a new fitness routine or train for a Labor Day 5K. In reality, summer weather is not always accommodating to heading outside for training sessions. Between heat, sudden thunderstorms, and occasional wildfire smoke, summer training can be rough. Instead of battling those elements, stay indoors thanks to this deal.

As of July 20, the Peloton Tread is on sale at Amazon for $2,895, marked down from the standard price of $3,295. That's a $400 savings from the 12% discount.

Get your favorite fitness tracker on and hop on the Peloton Tread. Like the popular Peloton Bike, the Tread has a high-end design with features to match. There's a 21.5-inch HD screen that swivels, front facing speakers, and a generously sized 59-inch-long running belt.

Peloton put the speed and incline knobs in a convenient location, making them easy to adjust while mid-workout. The jump button will increase the speed by one and the incline by one percent. Overall, you can select a speed between 1 and 12.5 miles per hour, in increments of .1 miles for plenty of control.

SEE ALSO: The Bose headphones I recommend to everyone are now $130 off

The Peloton Tread is designed for people who weigh 300 lbs or less, and there's even a USB-C charging port on the treadmill for recharging your phone while you work out.

Since it's on sale for $400 off and we're in the peak of summer, gift yourself the comfort of the Peloton Tread and get your steps in, indoors. You'll be happy to have it come winter chill, too.

TL;DR: Daisy One headphones are already sold out, with the brand’s first production run quickly snapped up across the U.S. and Europe. You can sign up for restock updates to be notified when the $399 noise-canceling headphones are back in stock.

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Daisy Sound is already making noise in the crowded headphone market. Just weeks after launching its first product, the Daisy One headphones have sold out across the U.S., UK, and Europe.

The $399 over-ear headphones aren’t trying to simply compete with Sony and Bose flagships. Instead, Daisy is taking a different approach with features like adaptive noise cancellation, custom sound tuning, and Still Mode, a built-in collection of calming soundscapes.

While the first batch is sold out, Daisy says a new production run is already underway. If you want to get your hands on a pair, you can sign up for restock notifications.

Why Daisy One headphones are getting so much attention

At $399, the Daisy One headphones are competing directly with some of the biggest names in audio, including Sony and Bose. Rather than trying to outdo Sony and Bose on noise cancellation alone, Daisy is taking a different approach to what premium headphones can offer.

The California-based company is building a headphone experience around sound, focus, and calm, with features designed for people who want more from their headphones than just blocking out the world.

The feature getting the most attention is Still Mode, a dedicated feature built into the Daisy One. With the press of a button, users can access calming audio experiences directly from the headphones, without opening an app or keeping their phone connected.

Still Mode includes soundscapes recorded in California, such as rain, ocean, and forest sounds, brown noise, and guided breathing tracks. The idea is to give users an easy way to switch into a focused or relaxed state — whether they’re working, traveling, or simply taking a break.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft will straight up give you a free pair of Sony XM6 headphones right now

Instead of using the larger 40mm drivers common in many premium wireless headphones, Daisy One uses 35mm dynamic drivers tuned for a balanced sound with controlled bass. It’s a different approach for a $399 pair of headphones, where bigger specs often get more attention.

You can also adjust the sound through Daisy EQ, while Dynamic Bass helps keep low frequencies full without making your music feel muddy.

Beyond noise cancellation, Daisy One includes the essentials you’d expect from premium headphones. You get wireless connectivity, transparency mode, multi-device pairing, Bluetooth calling, and both 3.5mm AUX and USB-C connections for wired listening. Battery life is rated at up to 45 hours, with rapid charging support, while the headphones feature a slim metallic design.

The first run sold out fast, but Daisy is already working on more units. Sign up for restock alerts so you don’t miss the next drop.