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Motorola unveiled its new foldable smartphone, the Motorola Razr Fold, earlier this year at CES. Now, with Mobile World Congress 2026 underway, Motorola has picked the perfect time to make its foldable even more official with details and specs for the device.

Let's start off with what's powering Motorola's foldable. The Motorola Razr Fold will be equipped with Qualcomm's most powerful chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. The Snapdragon chip should be more than enough to handle Motorola's AI features, known as "moto ai." The foldable device will also have up to 1TB of storage and 16GB of RAM, making it a true flagship device.

When it comes to its battery, the Motorola Razr Fold will likely have one of the most powerful batteries on the market, with a whopping 6000mAh battery. The company also boasts that the foldable can charge for 12 hours of life in 12 minutes. (When we reviewed the Motorola Razr Ultra last year, we were particularly impressed by its 24-hour+ battery life.)

Motorola Razr Fold Credit: Motorola SEE ALSO: Hands-on: Motorola unveils Razr Fold, a book-style foldable phone

But, of course, when it comes to foldables, the most important thing is its displays.

The Motorola Razr Fold has a 6.6-inch external display that can be used when the device is closed. However, when opened, the Motorola Razr Fold's display measures 8.1 inches. These measurements mean that the Motorola Razr Fold's display is bigger than even Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold foldable offerings.

As for the device's thickness, the Motorola Razr Fold measures 4.6mm thick when it's open and 9.9mm thick when the foldable is closed.

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Camera-wise, the Motorola Razr Fold might also be one of the best smartphones coming to the market. The Motorola Razr Fold has three 50MP cameras: a 50MP Sony Lytia 828 main camera, a 50MP Sony Lytia 600 telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide angle lens. When the foldable device is open, there's also a 32MP internal selfie camera and a 20MP external selfie camera for when the foldable is closed.

For comparison, the underwhelming Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold had notably weaker cameras than the standard Pixel 10 Pro. Of course, the Motorola Razr Fold will eventually have to compete with the rumored iPhone Fold, which we're hoping to see later this year. Samsung will likely release a new version of the Galaxy Z Fold later this year as well.

Unfortunately, there's no set launch date yet. Motorola's announcement only says that the Razr Fold will be released in the coming months. The company also declined to provide pricing aside from a bundle price in Europe, which comes with the Motorola Razr Fold and a smart stylus for the device called the Moto Pen Ultra for €1,999.

The Motorola Razr Fold will work with the Moto Pen stylus. Credit: Motorola

Save $94.01: As of March 2, open-box Apple AirPods Pro 3 are available in excellent condition for $154.99 at Best Buy. That marks a 37% discount on the $249 full price of the earbuds, brand new.

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Considering that most premium noise-cancelling earbuds run for $299 and up these days, the $249 AirPods Pro are a surprisingly good value.

A good way to squeeze even more value from the Apple buds is grabbing them on sale. If you're willing to opt for an open box option, Best Buy currently offers the best deal possible: as of March 2, you can grab the Apple AirPods Pro 3 for just $154.99. That knocks an impressive $94.01 off their list price, for a pair of earbuds that look and work like new.

At the time of writing, a new version of the AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $219. According to the price tracker camelcamelcamel, the lowest price they've ever hit is $184, making this open box option cheaper by nearly $30.

SEE ALSO: The 11 best noise-cancelling headphones we use, love, and recommend

So what makes the AirPods Pro 3 so great? For starters, they have excellent noise cancellation. Mashable contributor Adam Doud wrote in his review that popping in the buds had the effect of making it feel as if "nothing else in the world existed." Naturally, they also deliver on their sound quality, offering a relatively straightforward profile (not overly bass-heavy or thin), with spatial audio features. The five sizes of silicone ear tips help you get the best possible fit, while the eight hours of battery life per charge help prevent interrupted listening.

Beyond the average earbud experience, Pros offer features like live translation and heart rate monitoring, also making them a great option for traveling and working out.

SAVE $100: The Apple iPad mini is on sale at Amazon for $399, down from the standard price of $499. That's a 20% discount.

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Some shows deserve a screen larger than your phone. That's also true of every book title, since reading on a phone is never the best experience. A tablet is a much better contender for rewaching your comfort episodes and reading new books. If you're ready for an upgrade, check out this tablet deal at Amazon.

As of March 2, the Apple iPad mini (WiFi, 128GB) is on sale at Amazon for $399, down from the standard price of $499. That's a 20% discount that shaves $100 off the price. Note that if you're set on the Space Grey colorway, it'll come with majorly delayed shipping. Amazon is estimating a delivery date of early June to mid July, so it's possible they're going to space to secure this grey hue before shipping.

With an 8.3-inch display and a weight of 0.65 pounds, the iPad mini would like an invite to your spring break plans. It'll be great for plane entertainment, hotel reads, or creative doodling. Mashable considers the iPad mini to be the best iPad for reading thanks to its compact size and fast processing.

SEE ALSO: Apple just announced the new M4 iPad Air, coming March 4 for $599

Mashable Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino wrote, "Tablets are an incredibly versatile device, but we all have our go-to use. If you, like me, use your iPad to read, you gotta go for the iPad mini. The other models, like the iPad Air, start at around 11 inches, which is a lot of screen when you just want to flip through your book." Plus, it's more versatile compared to a Kindle. You'll be able to reply to e-mails with the iPad mini, watch shows, manage your calendar, and plenty more.

Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder went hands-on with the 7th generator iPad mini and commended it for its small size, AI compatibilities, and the large RAM increase compared to previous models. He wrote, "If you're new to the iPad, and you want the most compact one around (or any compact tablet), the new iPad mini 7 is the best choice."

While it's sitting at $399, snag the iPad mini and upgrade your streaming and reading sessions. Plus, it'll easily become the best travel companion.

To close out Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update, Colin Jost introduced the night's final guest: Punch the monkey's mom.

Not literally, of course. It was Sarah Sherman, in a bikini-fitted monkey costume, who portrayed the absentee mama as a trailer-trash harlot.

SEE ALSO: Connor Storrie settles a disagreement in 'SNL' skit

Sherman's "Mama Punch" immediately clarified that she didn’t abandon Punch-kun under tragic circumstances — she simply didn't want him. From there, the segment unfolded exactly how any Sarah Sherman Weekend Update appearance does. She rattled off a résumé of famous primates she's allegedly romanced — King Kong, Curious George — and proudly reminded the audience that she was, in her words, "Harambe’s last meal."

SEE ALSO: The internet demanded another Punch update. So here's how he's doing.

The whole bit felt like a Maury episode produced during a fever dream, or like stumbling onto WWF Raw Is War way too late on a Monday night.

Then Punch-kun himself showed up, played by Marcello Hernández, whose sheer cuteness cracked Sherman immediately. The two hugged. The audience cheered.

Love wins, I guess.

SAVE 25%: As of March 2, you can get the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) for just $299, down from $399, at Amazon. That's a 25% discount or $100 savings.

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The Apple Watch Series 11 is a Mashable Choice Award winner (we only give this award to the best of the best tech that we test) for one reason: its extended battery life. And right now, it's $100 off.

SEE ALSO: Can the Apple Watch Series 11 actually support marathon training?

As of March 2, you can get the Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) for just $299, down from $399, at Amazon. That's a 25% discount or $100 savings. Even better, according to our trusted price tracker CamelCamelCamel, this is the lowest price we've tracked to date.

While it features the usual perks like an Always-On display, water resistance, and fitness tracking, our Senior Editor Stan Schroeder says its longer battery life makes it worth buying even if you have the Apple Watch Series 10. "After nearly a full week of use, I can say that the Apple Watch Series 11 is easily a one-and-a-half-day smartwatch now, and it's possible to extend that to a full weekend if you carefully use Low Power mode," he writes.

Pixar's Hoppers knows it's like Avatar.

Its protagonist, 19-year-old animal lover Mabel Tanaka (voiced by Piper Curda), draws the comparison as soon as she learns about the movie's "hopping" technology, which transfers human consciousnesses into ultra-realistic robot animal bodies. That way, humans can infiltrate the animal world and study it up close.

SEE ALSO: 'Hoppers' teaser: Pixar puts a human brain in a beaver body

Basically, swap Avatar's Na'vi for beavers, and you've got a decent idea of what Hoppers looks like.

But does this similarity rob Pixar's latest original film of any of its, well, originality? Absolutely not. Hoppers takes its fish-out-of-water (or human-out-of-human-body) story in delightfully unexpected directions, resulting in Pixar's most bonkers film yet.

Hoppers kicks off in classic Pixar fashion. Credit: Disney / Pixar

Before that adventure begins, Hoppers checks off something huge on Pixar's usual to-do list: making me cry within the first ten minutes.

In these opening minutes, we meet a young Mabel, full of rage after a failed attempt to break her classroom pets out of school. To soothe her, her grandma (voiced by Karen Huie) brings her to a glade behind her house. They sit together in silence and observe nature: Leaves blow in the wind, tadpoles flit through the water, beavers and ducks swim with their babies. It's pure serenity, the kind, Grandma Tanaka says, that can only come from acknowledging that you're part of a larger whole.

SEE ALSO: 'Toy Story 5' trailer: Woody and Buzz reunite to save Bonnie from becoming an iPad kid

That sense of peace persists in a montage of Mabel and her grandma caring for the glade over the years. And yes, if you hear the words "Pixar" and "montage" and immediately think of Up's iconic "Married Life" sequence, then you already have an idea of what's coming. My eyes? Welling up just thinking about it.

Hoppers is an emotional rollercoaster. Credit: Disney / Pixar

It's hard to believe that just an hour from this serene, tear-jerking sequence, you'll be watching a group of animals trying to take out a hit on a human mayor (voiced by Jon Hamm).

Of course, a lot has to happen between these two points. Beaverton Mayor Jerry Generazzo has to plan to pave over the Tanakas' glade for a beltway. Mabel has to learn about hopping, hop into a robot beaver body, and, in an attempt to save the glade, become an ally to the local wildlife. That includes beaver George (voiced by Bobby Moynihan), king of the mammals and leader of a large pond community where the displaced glade animals have fled.

Each step on this journey is zanier than the last. Beaver Jazzercise? Sure! Meryl Streep voicing the terrifying Insect Queen? Absolutely! Yet through it all, director Daniel Chong and writer Jesse Andrews keep Hoppers rooted in Mabel's grief over losing the space that meant so much to her and her grandmother. When we first see the glade, it's pristine: all clear water and lush forest. By the time Mayor Jerry fences off the land and drains the pond, it's a muddy, dead wasteland. The contrast is a gut punch.

It's no wonder, then, that Mabel is so angry and so fired up in her environmentalist fight. Thankfully, Hoppers doesn't dim her rage at all. It allows her to be as prickly and pushy as can be, acknowledging her flaws without sanding them down.

Mabel finds the perfect foil in George, who's as warm and trusting of everyone as Mabel is cynical. Their friendship forms Hoppers' sweet, furry heart, and it also ground the film as it hits its most outlandish beats.

Hoppers' third act is the stuff fever dreams are made of. Credit: Disney / Pixar

Look, robot beaver Avatar is already a bizarro concept. But Chong and Andrews take it to wild new heights in the film's third act, which is chaos incarnate. No spoilers, but a sweet-spoken shark named Diane (voiced by Vanessa Bayer) and the Insect Queen's tyrannical spawn Titus (voiced by Dave Franco) get involved, each in ways that are equal parts hilarious and unsettling. I could not stop thinking, "I'm obsessed that I'm seeing this in a Pixar movie."

So much of the joy of these final sequences comes down to Hoppers' animation, which brings each of its characters to breathtaking life, hair by hair, scale by scale, and feather by feather. A particularly funny touch? Animals' appearances change based on perspective. When we're seeing them from a human's point of view, they seem almost toy-like, with black beady eyes and neatly kept fur. From an animal's perspective, their eyes are more expressive, and their other physical characteristics are more detailed and disheveled. When Mabel is in the beaver body, its fur takes on the same spiky swoops of her hair. The switches between these points of view turn Hoppers' third act into more of a riot than it already was. Truly, I wish I could experience it for the first time all over again.

Cleverly ridiculous, and boasting a sweet message about trust and building community, Hoppers is wild in all the right ways.

Hoppers hits theaters March 6.

Ryan Coogler's Sinners took home top honors at the 32nd Actor Awards presented by SAG-AFTRA, potentially shaking up the Oscars race in the process.

The film won Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, for its ensemble of Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo, Miles Caton, Wunmi Mosaku, Buddy Guy, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, Jack O'Connell, and Hailee Steinfeld. Jordan also won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his dual role of twins Smoke and Stack.

SEE ALSO: How to watch all of the 2026 Best Picture Oscar nominees

For months, the 2026 awards season has been a showdown between Sinners and Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. Sinners made Oscars history with 16 nominations, the most any film has ever received, while One Battle After Another has been winning top prizes at Oscars precursors like the Critics Choice Awards, the Golden Globes, the DGA Awards, the PGA Awards, and the BAFTAs.

All those victories made it seem like One Battle After Another was a sure lock for Oscar gold, but the Actor Awards indicate that the race could be much tighter than initially expected. What do Sinners' wins mean for its Oscar chances?

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The Actor Awards (then known as the SAG Awards) introduced the cast award in 1996. Since then, the winner of that award has gone on to win Best Picture at the Oscars 15 times out of 30. (Recent examples include Oppenheimer and Everything Everywhere All at Once.) Discrepancies come down to two very different voting bodies: As of 2026, SAG-AFTRA is comprised of 160,000 members, while the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which votes on the Oscars, has 10,136 voting members from a variety of film branches.

With this in mind, a 50 percent ensemble Actor Award success rate at the Oscars means that Sinners has a solid shot at a Best Picture win, but it's not a complete lock. Based on its other awards season wins, One Battle After Another still seems to have the edge, especially when it comes to the PGA Awards. Out of the PGA's past 36 winners, 26 have gone on to win Best Picture at the Oscars, a higher success rate than the Actor Awards.

However, in the 10 years when the PGA awards and Oscars didn't align, the SAG ensemble award did overlap with the Oscars four times, for Shakespeare in Love, Crash, Spotlight, and Parasite. That means there certainly is a precedent for what would be Sinners' path to a Best Picture Oscar.

However, the Actor Awards have proven to be more accurate predictors of the individual acting categories at the Academy Awards, meaning Jordan's Best Actor chances have just skyrocketed. Over the past 31 years, 24 winners of the Actor Award have gone on to win an Oscar. Jordan missed out on wins at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice Awards, and BAFTAs (winner Robert Aramayo's film I Swear was not eligible for this year's Oscars due to release dates), but his win here has certainly solidified him as a new frontrunner for the Academy Award.

The 98th Oscars airs live on March 15 on ABC and Hulu. And the nominees are...

SAVE $40: As of March 2, you can pick up a pair of Apple AirPods 4 for only $89 at Walmart. That's 30% in savings and $10 cheaper than Amazon.

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It's not every day you can score a pair of Apple AirPods for under $100, let alone under $90. So if you're in the market for some new earbuds, we recommend adding the fourth-generation AirPods to your cart ASAP.

As of March 2, the Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) are only $89 at Walmart. That's $40 cheaper than their list price and currently $10 cheaper than buying at Amazon. Although, we wouldn't be surprised if Amazon price-matched the deal as soon as we hit publish on this article.

Even at $129, their full price, the AirPods 4 are a pretty sweet deal. The basic pair doesn't offer noise cancellation (you'll have to pay an extra $30 for those), but they do offer personalized spatial audio, a snug fit that's comfy enough to wear for all five hours of battery life, a more compact charging case than their predecessor, and improved bass, mids, and highs.

We still favor the AirPods Pro 3 as the holy grail earbuds for Apple users, but if you're looking to save some money and don't need noise cancellation, the AirPods 4 are a much better deal at only $89. As Mashable's reviewer noted, they sound "like honey" and truly deliver as a daily driver.

A big upgrade is coming to our favorite iPad. The iPad Air, Apple's best blend of performance and price, now comes with the M4 chip. This announcement comes ahead of a "special Apple experience" scheduled for 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, March 4. Apple CEO Tim Cook teased the experience on social media, and he also referred to a Monday, March 2 announcement.

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We now know the Monday announcement was the new iPad Air with M4 chip and iPhone 17e. Previously, the iPad came with the M3 chip, making it a well-rounded device with the potential to compete with any laptop. So, are you ready to preorder the new tablet? Well, despite Apple's announcement today, the tablet isn't available to preorder, but it will be soon.

When can you preorder the new iPad Air M4?

The iPad Air with M4 chip will be available for preorder on Wednesday, March 4 at 6:15 a.m. PT. Apple has already updated the iPad Air's listing in the Apple Store to reflect the new model.

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While preorders for the new iPad Air begin on March 4, the device will be available beginning Wednesday, March 11. Luckily, that means you just have to wait one week between preorder and pickup.

What's the new price for the iPad Air with M4 chip?

With a new device, especially one receiving an upgrade like the iPad Air with M4 chip, you'd expect an increase in the starting price. However, Apple is continuing its trend of maintaining its devices' starting prices even with a new generation.

The iPad Air with M4 chip starts at $599, the same price as the current iPad Air with M3 chip.

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If you're a shopper who sees a new product release as an opportunity to shop the previous generation at a discount, we see you and are happy to report that the previous generation of iPad Air with M3 chip is now on sale.

Right now, you can grab the iPad Air with M3 chip for $489.99 at Amazon. That's 18% off the $599 list price for $109.01 in savings. This isn't the lowest price ever on the iPad Air. During Black Friday, it reached an all-time low of $449, but this current deal price is just $40 more. Not bad savings considering we're not sure how much longer the M3 iPad Air with hang around once the M4 is released.

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Save $100: The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is on sale for $399 at Woot through March 5, or until supplies last.. The camera, in brand new condition, retails for $499 at full price, making this a 20% discount.

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If you've ever seen a vlogging camera out in the wild, there's a decent chance it was a DJI Osmo Pocket — the Mashable team spotted it ourselves all over VidCon 2025.

The reason? It's one of the easiest to use content creation tools, and as of March 2, it's down to one of the best prices we've ever seen. That's right: you can pick up the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 at Woot for $399, slashing $100 off its $499 list price. While Woot frequently sells refurbished products, this particular DJI camera is brand new, making this an excellent deal. You'll want to act quick, however — it's only live through March 5, or until it sells out.

SEE ALSO: DJI Osmo Mobile 8 review: A phone gimbal for content creators on a budget

This a great deal at face value, but it becomes especially impressive compared to other buying options for the camera. The Osmo Pocket 3 is also available on sale at Amazon and Best Buy, but for $40 more at $439. On DJI's website, it's completely sold out.

Though seeing actual creators use this camera is a decent sign of a quality product, we also tested out the Osmo Pocket for ourselves. Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth called it "close to perfect," thanks to its incredibly easy setup, excellent stabilization, versatility with the vertical video mode, and low-light capture. He deemed the Osmo Pocket 3 worthy of a Mashable Choice Award, which is reserved for the best of the best tech we test. In fact, one of his only major issues with this camera is the higher price point — which this deal helps soften considerably.

HBO Max and Paramount+ are combining into one streaming service, but details about how exactly it'll work are still a little thin.

Paramount CEO David Ellison spoke about his plans for the platforms during an investor call on Monday, with the announcement that his company has fended off Netflix in its bid to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery.

"We will combine the streaming portfolios of the two companies into one stronger platform over the coming years," Ellison said. "Across the two platforms, there are over 200 million DTC [direct to consumer] subscribers today and more than 100 countries and territories worldwide, positioning us to compete effectively with the leading streaming services in today's marketplace."

SEE ALSO: John Oliver has a blunt response to Paramount buying Warner Bros.

The $111 billion deal will see Paramount own 100 percent of WBD and value the company at $31 per share. The deal has "unanimously approved" by both company boards, but still has to get the green light from U.S. and European regulators. It's worth noting that Paramount sees the merger as "expected to close in Q3 2026", so it may be a while off yet.

"At Paramount, by the middle of this year," Ellison added later in the call, "we’ll have completed the consolidation of our three services under one unified stack, and you can see us taking a similar approach to this platform going forward. And we think the combined offering, and given the amount of content and what we can do from the tech side, really will put us in a position to be able to compete with the most scaled players in DTC."

As to how much the new combined platform will cost, all we can do is refer to the current prices. HBO Max offers three subscription plans starting with the Basic with Ads plan at $10.99 per month, or $109.99 per year. Paramount+ is cheaper and has two tiers: one with ads ($8.99 per month, or $89.99 per year) and one without ads ($13.99 per month, or $139.99 per year).

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Ellison also highlighted what will be the combined Paramount/WBD catalogue including franchises "from Harry Potter to Top Gun, Star Trek to Looney Tunes, Game of Thrones to Yellowstone." In particular, Ellison said on the call that he plans for HBO to "be able to operate with independence."

"Our viewpoint is that HBO should stay HBO," he said. "They've built a phenomenal brand, they're a leader in the space, and we just want them to continue doing more of it. But by bringing the platforms together all of our content will be able to reach even a broader audience than we can do standalone."

When asked, Ellison said his favorite HBO show is Game of Thrones, so that's probably good news for House of the Dragon and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms at least.

Apple is reportedly planning for a big week — and warning retailers that its sales figures could be bonkers.

The news came from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, one of the preeminent sources on everything Apple. Gurman wrote that the tech giant has warned retailers that this week's releases — especially its budget iPhone 17e and MacBook — could drive major interest.

Wrote Gurman in his Power On newsletter:

"Apple prepares for major rush to retail stores driven by new products. The company has told retail stores to expect an influx of customers in response to products being introduced this week. Some employees are even saying that the prelaunch planning is on par with what happens before the debut of new iPhones in the fall. That suggests Apple expects serious pent-up demand for the new offerings — and that at least one of the products will have major mainstream appeal."

Apple is slowly releasing the details of new products this week. Monday already brought the news of the iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly offering starting at $599. It also announced a new M4 iPad Air, which starts at $599. Pre-orders for the devices begin on Wednesday, March 4.

Apple has been smashing sales records since the release of the iPhone 17 lineup in September 2025. Tim Cook said last year the iPhone 17 has been in extremely high demand, and the company recently announced record-breaking quarterly revenue driven by iPhone sales. In January, Apple officially became the most popular global smartphone brand, surpassing Samsung.

With the launch of budget versions of its signature products, the company could see even higher revenue in the months to come. Apple is expected to make more announcements Tuesday, ahead of its "special experience" on Wednesday.

All in all, this promises to be a big week for Apple and its fans.

SAVE $1,150: The Anker Solix F2000 portable power station is on sale for $849, down from the list price of $1,999. That's a 58% discount.

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By now, you've heard the buzz about portable power stations. They're useful in tons of situations like power outages at home, movie nights in the yard, and camping. While winter feels like it's dragging on, we'll eventually crawl out into spring and summer. If you're securing campsite reservations, consider if your trips could use an upgrade with a portable power station. There's a worthy model on sale today at Amazon.

As of March 2, the Anker Solix F2000 portable power station is on sale for $849, down from the list price of $1,999. That's a 58% discount.

If you're looking for something that offers more power than simply keeping your phones charged, the Solix F2000 could be perfect for your camping adventures. The station has 2,048Wh of battery capacity with a max output of 2,800W. In total, it has 12 ports that include 4 standard AC ports, a 30 amp plug, three USB-C, two USB-A, and more.

SEE ALSO: The EF EcoFlow Delta 3 Max power station is $400 off at Amazon — shop now for $799

In real life terms, the Anker Solix F2000 will keep an air fryer cooking dinner for almost two hours, a projector powered up for over 24 hours, and recharge phones for 130 hours. You could also whip up some frozen margaritas at the campsite, blending for almost two hours thanks to the power of the Solix F2000. Back at home, the power station can keep a refrigerator on for 10 hours during a power outage or provide over 32 hours of operation for a CPAP machine.

Since the Solix F2000 weighs over 65 pounds, Anker equipped it with durable, all-terrain wheels and a telescoping handle. Both of these design features will be handy around the campground.

While it's on sale for well over half off, upgrade your summer plans with the Anker Solix F2000 for under $850. You'll be able to power up the campsite and have reassurance at home when the power goes out.

When it comes to gifting, kids can be particular. The things kids like change not just with age, but also with evolving trends from TV shows and new technology. If parents are lucky enough, their kid will write a long list of the precise items they'd like as a birthday or Christmas or Hannukkah gift and put it up on the fridge with pride. But sometimes, it can be as much of a crapshoot as coming up with a gift idea for someone else's kid. Without further ado, here are the best gifts for kids of all ages — including toy and non-toy gifts alike.

The coolest tech gifts may look like the most boring box in the present pile... until they're unwrapped. But in a second, you'll both unlock a new favorite memory: They get to gush over owning one of the most sought-after gadgets of the year, and you get to watch their face light up.

Our tech gift guide for 2025 includes some of the best new releases of the year from Apple, Nintendo, Shark, Razer, and GoPro, most of which we personally reviewed. We're obviously loving the latest upgrades, like the AirPods Pro 3 and the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2. But even if you're not shopping for an early adopter, we've still found some awesome under-the-radar gadgets that'll speak to their niche interests. The skincare enthusiast on your list may not care about the new fleet of Echos that Amazon just announced, but they will freak over the Shark LED face mask.

To find the best holiday gifts for the techies in your life, Mashable's tech and shopping reporters have come together to curate a guide to our favorite gift-worthy gadgets of the year — the true 'I can't believe you got this for me' gifts. So, whether you're splurging on an iPad or searching for stocking stuffers, here are the best tech gifts for 2025.

SAVE 20%: As of March 2, you can get the LG Ultragear QHD OLED gaming monitor for $799.99, down from $999.99, at Amazon. That's a 20% discount or $200 savings.

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There's nothing more frustrating than having the reflexes to beat your opponent, only to lose because your monitor couldn't keep up with the action. If you're tired of screen tearing and motion blur ruining your gameplay, LG makes a top-tier OLED display that's at its best price yet.

As of March 2, you can get the LG Ultragear QHD OLED gaming monitor for $799.99, down from $999.99, at Amazon. That's a 20% discount or $200 savings.

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This 27-inch matte QHD display is built for competitive speed and clarity. It features a Dual Mode hotkey that lets you switch between QHD at 540Hz and HD at 720Hz. Combine that with a near-instant 0.02ms response time, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatibility, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and your games should stay fluid and tear-free. It’s also LG's brightest OLED gaming monitor to date (according to the manufacturer).

Graduation season is creeping up on us and that can mean only one thing: it's time to figure out what to give your favorite grad to welcome them to post-college reality. Graduates are about to enter the often overwhelming (and sometimes terrifying) world we call adulthood, and you're tasked with giving them something to help ease the transition. The trick is to find that sweet spot between something your college grad will really need in life and something they'll actually want to use. New graduates might not even know what they need to survive post-grad life — but that's where you come in.

The "best birthday gifts for women" is an almost laughably broad category. After all, the "best" gift depends on what the lady you're shopping for is into. Gifts for your mom tend to focus on a problem she needs fixed, while gifts for your wife lean into self care. There is also the tricky task of shopping for a teen girl, but really all that takes is a keen eye for trends.

If you're looking for a more general guide to gifts for women, there are a few stalwart picks you can turn to — and that's what we're here to reveal.

The key is to embrace two gift classifications: practical gifts and gifts she wouldn't necessarily buy for herself. Fancy candles, pretty totes, and elegant journals all fit the bill here, but so do cute Bluetooth keyboards, versatile mini speakers, and even reusable grocery bags. Just make sure they have a certain je ne sais quoi.

In fact, here's a shortcut. If you want to keep the gift for yourself instead of actually giving it to her on her special day, it's a good choice. Carry that powerful and jealous energy with you as you make your purchase.

Here are our picks for the best birthday gifts for women.

Otherland Matchpoint Candle Credit: Otherland / Amazon

For the Tennis Fan: Consider this quirky Otherland candle, which is formulated to smell like a tennis ball. Well, it's also formulated to smell like "cut grass and cucumber," but we're focusing on the tennis ball thing. Bonus: The candle jar is attractive enough that she'll want to clean it out and reuse it.

Opens in a new window Credit: Otherland / Amazon Otherland Matchpoint Candle $40 at Amazon
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Voluspa Moso Bamboo Reed Diffuser Credit: Voluspa / Amazon

For the Diffuser User: Or, if she's more of a reed diffuser fan when it comes to home scents, go for this Voluspa option, which features notes of moso bamboo, black musk, and Japanese cypress. It'll look pretty on a shelf, too.

Opens in a new window Credit: Voluspa / Amazon Voluspa Moso Bamboo Reed Diffuser $39.51 at Amazon
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Casio Vintage-Style Watch Credit: Casio / Amazon

For the Fashion Girlie: A cute gold watch goes with pretty much everything. This timeless yet retro pick is perfect for daily wear — and not so expensive that she'll be freaked out to wear it everywhere.

Opens in a new window Credit: Casio / Amazon Casio Vintage-Style Watch $29.95 at Amazon
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LEUCHTTURM 1917 Notebook Credit: LEUCHTTURM / Amazon

For the Writer: Journaling just feels more fun in a handsome notebook. This one from the German brand Leuchtturm 1917 is particularly aesthetically pleasing, with its faux leather cover and crisp dotted pages.

Opens in a new window Credit: LEUCHTTURM / Amazon LEUCHTTURM 1917 Notebook $24.50 at Amazon
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Logitech POP Mechanical Wireless Keyboard Credit: Logitech / Amazon

For the WFH-er: If she's a work-from-home warrior who wants to mix things up a little, this cute mechanical keyboard (yes, a cute keyboard) makes a great gift. Its keys imitate the sound of a classic typewriter.

Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech / Amazon Logitech POP Mechanical Wireless Keyboard $93.46 at Amazon
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Baggu Standard, Set of 3 Credit: Baggu / Amazon

For the Impromptu Grocery Shopper: If she's always running to the store to "just grab a few things," a packable set of Baggu bags will be a godsend. They pack down small enough to be stowed in her purse all the time, so she'll never be stranded without her reusable bags at checkout.

Opens in a new window Credit: Baggu / Amazon Baggu Standard, Set of 3 $42 at Amazon
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Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler, 40 oz Credit: Stanley / Amazon

For the Hydration Queen: Help her reach those lofty hydration goals with the extremely popular Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler. It'll keep her beverage of choice cold for a truly shocking amount of time — and it fits nicely into most car cup holders.

Opens in a new window Credit: Stanley / Amazon Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler, 40 oz $45 at Amazon
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Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, 40 oz  Credit: Owala / Amazon

For the Hydration Queen Who Doesn't Want a Stanley: If she's not a Stanley gal, no problem. An Owala FreeSip is another excellent option. We particularly like its cheery color options, including this one called "Summer Sweetness."

Opens in a new window Credit: Owala / Amazon Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, 40 oz  $37.99 at Amazon
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Apple AirTag, Pack of 4 Credit: Apple / Amazon

For the Forgetful Friend: Is she constantly misplacing her things right before she needs to be somewhere? Time for some AirTags. This pack of four will give her enough gadgets to keep track of her wallet, keys, luggage, and more.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple / Amazon Apple AirTag, Pack of 4 $79 at Amazon
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) Credit: Apple / Amazon

For the Public Transit Commuter: A pair of AirPods is a must if she rides the train or bus to work every day. They're lightweight, easy to stow, and have noise-canceling and "transparency" modes for a safe, pleasant commute.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple / Amazon Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) $189.99 at Amazon
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Libbey Signature Coupe Glasses, Set of 4 Credit: Libbey / Amazon

For the Cocktail Drinker: A new set of coupe glasses will elevate her cocktail (and champagne, and champagne cocktail) game. These from Libbey are classic, elegant, and dishwasher-safe — and the price for four isn't too shabby, either.

Opens in a new window Credit: Libbey / Amazon Libbey Signature Coupe Glasses, Set of 4 $43.21 at Amazon
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Soucolor 9x12 Sketchbook Credit: Soucolor / Amazon

For the Amateur Artist: If she wants to get into drawing but hasn't yet taken the plunge, help her get started with a sturdy, well-priced sketchbook. It comes in a bunch of cute colors, too – we particularly like the light purple.

Opens in a new window Credit: Soucolor / Amazon Soucolor 9x12 Sketchbook $8.99 at Amazon
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Woolrich Burlington Berber Blanket Credit: Woolrich / Amazon

For the Cozy Girl: Help her enter hibernation mode this winter with a very, very soft blanket from Woolrich, which can also serve as extra bedding on a full or queen bed. We like the light blue option, but there are several pleasant, neutral hues available.

Opens in a new window Credit: Woolrich / Amazon Woolrich Burlington Berber Blanket $35.99 at Amazon
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Yeti Rambler Wine Chiller Credit: Yeti / Amazon

For the Host: She can keep that champagne chilled to the bone with this Yeti wine chiller. It's great for outdoor gatherings, but if she wants to use it indoors, rest assured there will be no condensation leaving a ring on her table.

Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti / Amazon Yeti Rambler Wine Chiller $70 at Amazon
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Sony SRS-XB13 Extra Bass Portable Waterproof Speaker Credit: Sony / Amazon

For the Playlist Maker: A high-quality (and waterproof) portable speaker makes a good gift for pretty much anyone. This one is an "extra bass" version, so gift it to the gal who likes to crank up the tunes at pool parties.

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ZIMASILK Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Credit: ZIMASILK / Amazon

For the Hair Care Expert: A silk pillowcase means she's less likely to wake up with a severe case of bedhead. More importantly, it feels sumptuous and amazing to sleep on. Grab her a set of two and wait for her to tell you how well-rested she feels.

Opens in a new window Credit: ZIMASILK / Amazon ZIMASILK Mulberry Silk Pillowcase $18.95 at Amazon
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CULTivate: The Board Game Credit: Pops & Bejou Games / Amazon

For the Competitor: In this board game, players assume the role of cult leaders trying to recruit followers to their compounds. Don't worry; there's plenty of room to sabotage your fellow messiahs so you come out on top.

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The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess Vinyl Credit: Chappell Roan / Amazon

For the Record Collector: Chappell Roan is everywhere. Make your giftee's record player yet another one of those places with a double vinyl of her glittery, fun pop album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.

Opens in a new window Credit: Chappell Roan / Amazon The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess Vinyl $32.99 at Amazon
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Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Bag Holder Credit: Le Creuset / Amazon

For the Tea Fiend: Make her nightly peppermint tea a more luxurious occasion with a Le Creuset tea bag holder, which could also be a spoon rest. It's a great way to gift something from a pricier brand without breaking the bank.

Opens in a new window Credit: Le Creuset / Amazon Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Bag Holder $27.16 at Amazon
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Kindle Paperwhite Credit: Kindle / Amazon

For the Reader on the Go: Readers know the struggle: You're halfway through about three books at once (fiction, nonfiction, and a wild card pick, of course), but you can't fit them all in your backpack to take with you on the train. Well, with a Kindle Paperwhite, she can. 

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Apple kicked off its "big week" by announcing the latest budget iPhone, its first with MagSafe, alongside an updated iPad Air. The new iPhone 17e is set for release next Wednesday, March 11, and preorders open this Wednesday, March 4. (This story will be updated with retailers' preorder listings as soon as they're live.)

The iPhone 17e is priced at $599 with 256GB of storage to start. That's double the base storage of last year's iPhone 16e, which cost the same.

The iPhone 17e is the smallest, cheapest, and pinkest member of the iPhone 17 family. Credit: Apple

Apple says the iPhone 17e runs on its A19 chip, the same processor as the standard iPhone 17. It packs its new C1X cellular modem, which is supposedly up to twice as fast as the iPhone 16e's C1 modem. It also features support for MagSafe wireless charging — a first for Apple's budget smartphone line.

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The iPhone 17e sports the same 6.1-inch OLED display as its predecessor, but an improved Ceramic Shield 2 front cover like its iPhone 17 series siblings. Additionally, it has a new 48MP Fusion rear camera system and a new soft pink finish. It's slightly heavier than the iPhone 16e to accommodate these upgrades (5.96 ounces versus 5.88 ounces).

Here's a quick overview of its full spec sheet:

• 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display

• Ceramic Shield 2 front cover

• A19 chip

• Up to 26 hours of video playback

• 12MP TrueDepth front camera

• 48MP Fusion rear camera system (48MP Fusion Main camera)

• Emergency SOS and Crash Detection

• MagSafe wireless charging

• 256GB or 512GB of storage

• Rated IP68

• Apple Intelligence

Mashable's Stan Schroeder thought the iPhone 16e was "pretty great when compared to other members of the iPhone 16 family," but dinged it for lacking MagSafe and being pricier than the old iPhone SE. (That was Apple's prior budget iPhone offering.) In the iPhone 17e, Apple has made several upgrades that bump its value on top of resolving the MagSafe issue. Stand by for our full review, but on paper, it looks incredibly promising.

The best ASUS gaming monitor deals at a glance: ASUS 27-inch ROG Swift PG27AQDP QHD OLED gaming monitor $699 (save $100) Get Deal ASUS 32-inch ROG Strix XG32UCWG 4K OLED gaming monitor $799 (save $200) Get Deal ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift PG32UCDMR 4K OLED gaming monitor $1,099 (save $200) Get Deal

Just like a good TV can improve your at-home cinematic experience, making the switch to an OLED gaming monitor can totally transform your gaming experience. If your current gaming monitor is looking a bit dull, you can upgrade to a high-end ASUS ROG model today and save up to 20%. Gaming hardware generally comes with a bit of sticker shock, so this is the perfect excuse to grab that big ticket purchase for less.

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To make the most of your desktop space, the 27-inch ROG Swift PG27AQDP monitor offers a lot of bells and whistles in a frameless, ultra-slim package. Dubbed the "world's first 1440p 480Hz OLED gaming monitor," it pairs that wildly high refresh rate with a 0.03ms response time, FreeSync Premium, and G-SYNC compatibility for smooth, tear-free visuals with low latency. An AI assistant makes automatic improvements for better visuals and more seamless gameplay. As of March 2, it's $100 cheaper than usual — a 13% drop and its lowest price on record.

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Just a few inches bigger, but with slightly fewer features to keep the price affordable, the 32-inch ROG Strix XG32UCWG boasts a versatile dual mode to allow 4K gaming at 165Hz and FHD gaming at up to 330Hz. It features a TrueBlack Glossy OLED display with FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync compatibility, an AI assistant for improved gaming experiences, and extensive connectivity options. Usually $999, it's on sale for $799 as of March 2. That's 20% in savings and its lowest price to date as well.

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Last, but not least, the ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift PG32UCDMR is a bit of a splurge. It's designed for gaming, streaming, and content creation, with a buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and a 4K (3840 x 2160) QD-OLED panel with Dolby Vision. It packs AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, plus a 99% DCI-P3 wide color gamut for accurate color reproduction for professional tasks. As of March 2, it's on sale for $1,099 at Amazon — a savings of $200 — and comes with three free months of Adobe Creative Cloud. It may be the most expensive on this list, but it's the cheapest we've ever seen this monitor.