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A popular Reddit post in r/Anthropic titled "More Drama" has drawn significant attention this week, amplifying claims that Anthropic has been misleading customers about how much usage they actually get with its higher-priced Claude subscription plans.

The post shares a viral X thread, which argues that Anthropic advertises its $200-per-month plan as offering "20x" the usage of its base Pro tier, and its $100-per-month plan as offering "5x." In practice, according to the thread, actual usage only scales up by around 1.7 times — meaning subscribers pay twice as much for a fraction of the usage boost the marketing implies.

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The thread points to usage figures Anthropic reportedly published in July 2025, which listed 140–280 Sonnet hours for the 5x plan and 240–480 hours for the 20x plan. The core issue, according to the post, is that the multiplier only applies to Anthropic's daily five-hour session window rather than total weekly usage. Disgruntled users on X and Reddit say that after factoring in weekly caps, users on the 20x plan can end up paying more per hour of actual usage than those on the cheaper 5x plan.

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Reddit users piled into the discussion with similar complaints.

One commenter wrote that upon signing up, they believed the multiplier reflected weekly usage rather than a limiter tied to session windows, only learning otherwise from a Reddit post. The author continued, saying that Anthropic's "Save 50%" marketing on the 20x plan doesn't add up, since paying double the price for what functions as, at best, double the usage means no actual savings — technically making two separate 5x subscriptions more cost-effective than one 20x plan.

SEE ALSO: Anthropic’s Claude can now send Gmail emails without asking first

Some commenters referenced an active lawsuit, Kahn v. Anthropic PBC, as evidence that the complaints extend beyond social media grumbling. Others in the thread said the pricing structure had already pushed them to cancel their subscriptions in favor of alternatives, including OpenAI's Codex plans and open-source models such as Qwen and DeepSeek, with several users citing the value and performance of those options as a more cost-effective alternative given the confusion around Anthropic's usage limits.

Mashable reached out to Anthropic for comment but received no response at the time of publication.

Sony first introduced its ULT line in 2024 as an answer for major bass lovers. We've included both ULT Field and ULT Tower speakers in our guides to the best Bluetooth speakers and the best party speakers. And now, Sony is expanding the party with three new additions: ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7, and ULT Tower 5.

Take your party from loud to loudest. Credit: Sony

All three are party speakers with loud, room-filling sound. They were designed with DJs in mind, with XLR, RCA, USB-A, and USB-C connections, plus a built-in woofer, so DJs don't need to lug around separate equipment. Each speaker also features color-changing lights to help set the vibe. The Party Chain button featured on the ULT Tower speakers lets you easily pair multiple speakers together for expanded sound.

SEE ALSO: The 9 best waterproof Bluetooth speakers, tested poolside

If you've used a Sony ULT speaker before, you're familiar with the ULT button, which switches between bass levels. The button has been upgraded and can now be customized with new configurations. You can switch between ULT1, ULT2, Live, and Flat. Flat is the standard true-to-source setting, ULT1 punches the bass up a notch, ULT2 punches it up even more, and Live recreates the spacious sound of a live performance. You can set the ULT button to cycle through whichever of these you choose. So, if you don't think you'll ever use Live mode, you can leave it out of the rotation.

ULT Tower Max features, price, specs The ULT Tower Max is an all-in-one traveling DJ machine. Credit: Sony

The ULT Tower Max replaces 2024's ULT Tower 10. It retails for $1,499.99, which is a price increase over the Tower 10's $1,199.99 MSRP. It features three 280-millimeter woofers (front and rear), two midrange drivers, and four tweeters (front and rear).

Specs and features:

• Dimensions: 528 x 1056 x 470 millimeters

• Weight: 121 pounds

• Four handles and wheels

• Splash-proof top panel

• 360 Party Sound

• 10-band equalizer

• RCA, XLR, Party Chain

ULT Tower 7 features, price, specs Tower 7 is the mid-sized speaker that packs a huge punch. Credit: Sony

Replacing the SRS-XV800, the ULT Tower 7 retails for $649, the same price as its predecessor. It features a 280-millimeter woofer, two midrange drivers, and four tweeters (front and rear).

Specs and features:

• Dimensions: 280 x 704 x 345 millimeters

• Weight: 50 pounds

• Four handles and wheels

• IPX4 water resistance

• 360 Party Sound

• 10-band equalizer

• RCA, XLR, Party Chain

ULT Tower 5 features price specs The Tower 5 is more targeted toward smaller parties where you still want loud, genuine room-filling sound. Credit: Sony

The ULT Tower 5 supersedes the SRS-XV500 and retails for $449, a $50 increase over the XV500's $399 price tag. It houses a 230-millimeter woofer, two midrange drivers, and two tweeters.

Specs and features:

• Dimensions: 352 x 528 x 275 millimeters

• Weight: 29 pounds

• Four handles

• IPX4 water resistance

• 360 Party Sound

• 10-band equalizer

• RCA, XLR, Party Chain

Where to buy

All three ULT Tower speakers are available now at Sony, Amazon, Best Buy, and other authorized retailers.

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Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI and two of its former employees over alleged stolen trade secrets is heating up.

In a new filing, Apple says it has found "shocking evidence" and is asking the court for expedited discovery. Apple claims the limited information it found after a former employee's work laptop was returned to the company shows that "its trade secrets are being used and evidence is being destroyed.”

Apple filed a lawsuit in July against OpenAI, its hardware company, io Products, and two Apple employees who now work at OpenAI. Apple claims that former iPhone engineer Chang Liu and OpenAI Chief Hardware Officer Tang Yew Tan utilized Apple's trade secrets to develop hardware products for the AI company. The latter previously worked at Apple for 24 years.

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While the evidence is redacted from the public in the filing, Apple says that “initial forensic analysis” of Chang Liu's MacBook revealed that the former engineer used a downloaded confidential Apple circuit schematic in his work at OpenAI. Liu also used a tool with the same name as an internal Apple engineering application in his work for OpenAI. 

Apple further claims it has evidence that other employees at OpenAI were aware of Liu's unauthorized access to Apple's third-party cloud storage. In addition, Apple says Liu sent instructions to destroy evidence to another OpenAI employee after discovering that Apple was conducting an internal investigation of him, and that the other OpenAI employee confirmed that she would comply.

According to Apple, Liu used an AI agent on the Apple circuit schematic, which "may create irreversible and continually propagating uses of the trade secret" as the AI model could utilize Apple's data for model training.

Liu's MacBook from his time at Apple also synced with a Mac mini, which was used to run the schematic, so Apple is now requesting that the desktop computer be provided as evidence as well.

Earlier this month, OpenAI went public with a response denying any wrongdoing. OpenAI also provided text messages, which it says refute some of Apple's claims.

Apple previously sent legal preservation letters to roughly 40 other OpenAI employees who used to work at Apple. In its lawsuit, Apple said that it believes the initial evidence was "just the tip of the iceberg" when it comes to OpenAI's use of its trade secrets. More than 400 former Apple employees now work at OpenAI, according to Apple.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April 2025 filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

Some of us are trying to spend less time staring at screens. We're Bricking our phones to work on jigsaw puzzles, spend time outside, or read. But there's nothing wrong with sitting down in front of the TV for a movie night with family. Or consider the educational gains that come from watching a Sir David Attenborough documentary. A TV can still fit into a digital detox lifestyle, and for those who want an OLED model with excellent contrast, there's good news.

Roku just announced two new budget TVs and both come with an OELD display, and prices start at $999.99. Here's everything to know about the new Roku TV models.

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Already available at Amazon, the Roku Pro Series OLED comes in at $999.99 for a 55-inch display and $1,199.99 for a 65-inch display. Chris Larson, Vice President for Retail Strategy at Roku, is quoted in a press release as saying, "OLED technology has been locked behind premium price tags, forcing many customers to choose between the display they want or a price that works for them." Roku's new OLED models aim to remove the cost-prohibitive element of owning an OLED.

The Pro Series brings an ultra-wide viewing experience and a modern design with an ultra-thin metal bezel. Roku had the customer in mind when they designed the included stand since it requires zero tools for assembly.

Slim and sleek for a modern design. Credit: Roku

Bluetooth pairing to headphones is perfect for nights when the household is asleep but you simply must watch one more episode before bed. The remote control with backlit buttons is also a major plus when watching TV into the dark hours.

The Roku Pro Series OLED TV has a native refresh rate of 120Hz and 4K resolution.

Roku Pro Series LX OLED TV

Launching in the beginning of October 2026, the Roku Pro Series LX OLED will be the brand's most advanced model. Roku says it will have a brighter display with an even wider range of colors compared to the Roku Pro Series OLED, and a more advanced polarizer to help reduce reflections. In addition, it has a 144Hz refresh rate, making this an ideal model for gaming.

Roku hasn't announced sizes of this model, but we know it will come with a list price of $1,299 once it launches.

How to buy the Roku Pro Series OLED TV

You can already purchase the base Roku Pro Series OLED at Amazon. The 55-inch model has a price of $999.99 and the larger 65-inch comes in at $1,199.99. We'll keep this page updated once we have sizing information and a launch date for the Roku Pro Series LX OLED TV.

TL:DR: Shop WNBA All-Star Olivia Miles exclusive capsule collection with GlassesUSA.com and get a free pair of glasses with code BOGOFREE.

The only thing more iconic than Minnesota Lynx star Olivia Miles's rookie season is her look. Both on and off the court, Miles wears bold glasses that have become her signature look. Fans of the 2026 second overall draft pick have even taken to showing up to games sporting her sports-goggles. So it's no surprise that the WNBA All-Star has collaborated with GlassesUSA.com on a capsule collection of her favorite eyewear. And right now, you can shop the collection and get a pair of glasses totally free.

Even fans of Olivia Miles come out to games, matching her iconic look. Credit: David Sherman / NBAE via Getty Images

The Olivia Miles x GlassesUSA.com collection, which is curated by Miles herself, features frames made for the game and everyday. It features frames like the bold Muse x Transitions Toppin with lenses that transition from light to dark. For athletes, the Progear EG-M1021 goggles have the highest-level of protection and are anti-fog eligible to ensure that nothing gets in the way of your game. If like Miles, you need a pair of glasses for the court and pair for off, GlassesUSA.com is running a BOGO deal that gives you a pair of glasses totally free.

Right now, get a complimentary second pair of glasses with your purchase. To redeem, add two pairs of frames to your cart on GlassesUSA.com and enter code BOGOFREE at checkout. The discount applies to the lower-priced pair of glasses in your cart and the deal can include up to one frame marked 'Premium' or 'Sale'. The deal does not apply to UNICA eyewear, AI glasses and 'Luxury' tagged items. Plus, you have plenty of time to shop the sale as it runs through Aug. 1, 2027.

So as Miles gears up for her playoff run, gear up with her and shop her exclusive collection with GlassesUSA.com and get your second pair for free.

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As of Tuesday morning, Apple has a new CEO — John Ternus, former Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, is the new big boss. And it only took a matter of hours for the old CEO's internal farewell message to leak onto the wider internet.

Ternus officially took over as CEO on Sept. 1, with Tim Cook vacating the position he took over from Steve Jobs. Cook, as outgoing executives are wont to do, sent a long-ish farewell memo to Apple employees, and 9to5Mac obtained it for our prying eyes.

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The five-paragraph memo is fairly standard stuff, filled with positive messages about Cook's time working as Apple CEO. At one point, Cook discusses the importance of Apple's company culture.

Per 9to5Mac, the outgoing CEO wrote:

There is something truly special about Apple. I am most proud of what an annual report could never capture. This place is proof that culture triumphs over everything. We share a belief that what we build matters, and that we have both the opportunity and the responsibility to leave the world better than we found it. That purpose is part of what makes this place extraordinary. Apple helps nurture it, but I believe it lived within each of you long before you arrived here.

Cook's memo also included a quote from Jobs. Cook reportedly said, "We have made it possible to leave our 'dent in the universe,' as Steve once described it, because of who we are and what we believe, because of what we value and how we see the world. How fortunate we are. How fortunate I am."

Cook isn't leaving Apple entirely, and he's now the Executive Chairman of Apple's Board of Directors. In the memo obtained by 9to5Mac, Cook also took some time to lay out why Ternus will be a good replacement:

I will miss leading you and being with you for every step, even as I take enormous comfort in handing the helm to someone as brilliant and wonderful and capable as John. Few people understand what it takes to build products that change the world the way John does and I could not be more excited for his leadership. 

In many ways, the memo reads like a longer, more expansive version of the emotional message Cook shared on social media yesterday.

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We'll get our first real look at the Ternus era at Apple next week when the company announces the iPhone 18 lineup.

You can read the entire memo at 9to5Mac.

SAVE $160: As of Sep. 1, get the Bose QuietComfort Headphones for $199 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $359. That's a discount of 45%.

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Looking for a new pair of headphones? As far as comfort and quality goes, the Bose QuietComfort Headphones are a fantastic option. Not only do they feel great for long-term wear, but they offer excellent audio as well. And right now, you can get a pair for an excellent price at Amazon.

As of Sep. 1, get the Bose QuietComfort Headphones for $199 at Amazon, down from their usual price of $359. That's $160 off and a discount of 45%.

SEE ALSO: I expected the new Bose QuietComfort headphones to be great. They're my new favorites from the brand.

These noise-cancelling headphones offer great sound with a variety of passive features that can help you block out distractions from the outside world while zeroing in on the music or podcasts (or calls) that matter most. They offer both Quiet and Aware modes that you can toggle between for full-on noise cancellation or full awareness of your surroundings so you can hear exactly what's happening around you.

Beyond that, they offer plush, over-ear cushions that feel pillowy soft on your ears with a padded band that make them great for listening for lengthy sessions. They have an all-day battery life with 24 hours of juice from a single charge. You can keep them on the charger for 15 minutes as well for a 2.5-hour boost of playtime.

If you're ready to move on from earbuds and want something over-the-ear for improved comfort and quality, this is one model you won't want to skip out on. Be sure to grab yours while they're on sale, since they won't be at this price for long.

Waymo is expanding again, and this time it's adding a new U.S. state – Colorado – to the list of places where it offers its driverless taxis.

On Tuesday, Waymo announced it is launching in three new U.S. cities: Denver, Colorado, San Diego, California, and Tampa, Florida.

The service will roll out to users over time. Credit: Waymo

The expansion, which will roll out to users gradually, brings the number of cities where Waymo operates to 14. It will start with "dozens" of vehicles, gradually scaling up to "hundreds" over time.

The service will start with dozens of vehicles, but the number should grow to hundreds over time. Credit: Waymo

According to the company, this will be the first time the 6th gen Waymo Driver (that's how Waymo calls its self-driving system) is deployed at scale. In total, the expansion will add roughly 150 square miles of service territory to Waymo's coverage map.

The Ojai has been built to be a robotaxi from the ground up. Credit: Waymo

Prospective riders should know that in Denver and San Diego, the rides will only be offered via the Waymo Ojai, a new, van-like electric robotaxi built for Waymo by the Chinese company Zeekr. The Ojai is designed to be a robotaxi from the ground up, and it has a spacious cabin with sliding doors and two large LED displays for riders in the back.

Can technology make you a better tennis player? Wes Ott tests over $5,000 worth of smart tennis gadgets, from a "smart" ball machine and a radar gun to court cameras and a training racquet. Which ones are worth your money, and which ones should you skip?

Read more about robotic sports tech:
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Timecode chapters
00:00 Intro: Testing $5,000 in tennis tech
00:33 PongBot Pace S Pro ($2,000)
01:22 Pocket Radar smart coach ($400)
02:29 Tech in Pro Tennis (Hawk-Eye)
03:32 SwingVision ($33 a month) and Baseline Vision ($2,000)
04:36 Functional Tennis Saber ($200)
05:24 Are they worth the money? (Verdict)
08:14 Final thoughts and outro

Video credits
Host: Wesley Ott
Producer and camera: Dillon Lopez
Video editor: Wesley Ott
Thumbnail designer: Zooey Liao

Amy Poehler and Kenan Thompson have walked a similar comedy path, as the latest episode of Good Hang will attest. The Saturday Night Live stars reconnected for Poehler's podcast released Tuesday, with Thompson being the longest-tenured cast member in SNL history — over 22 seasons and counting.

The longtime friends unpacked the art of timing in comedy and life, Thompson's pre-SNL career (including the Mighty Ducks franchise), auditioning for SNL at 23, getting his own writing on SNL with the recurring "Scared Straight" sketch, ice skating on the Rink at Rockefeller Center at 1 a.m. after filming SNL Christmas specials, fanning out over American figure skater Alysa Liu, and more.

And as always, there's a special guest question from Thompson and Poehler's fellow SNL star Maya Rudolph.

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Aardman Animations' wonderfully quirky duo, Wallace and Gromit, are getting their Lego debut this year. The company recently announced a 1,038-piece set of the beloved buddies as part of its Ideas line, scheduled for release on Oct. 1.

What's even better is that there's no need to wait until then to buy. Preorders are already live on Lego, priced at $99.99, so you can secure this awesome set ahead of time. One important element to keep in mind is that while Wallace and Gromit are a perfect pair for every age on-screen, this set is actually recommended for adults ages 18 and up.

If you know someone younger who really wants it, just make sure an older person is around to help them with the trickier parts.

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As a big fan of Wallace and Gromit, I'm eager to get my hands on this build. Its 1,038 pieces depict both Wallace and Gromit riding in their motorbike and sidecar, an image plucked straight from A Close Shave. There are fun little accessories that you can throw in the motorbike's seat hatch as well, including crackers (of course), a yarn ball for Gromit, and a diamond that you might recognize from The Wrong Trousers.

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What's particularly enjoyable about this set is that both Wallace and Gromit are posable. Gromit, in particular, comes with goggles and can be posed with his ears flying back in the wind. It's a fun touch.

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This Lego Ideas set was brought to life by Sébastien Esnault, who originally submitted it to the Lego Ideas “90s Throwback — The Next Chapter” challenge.

As part of an interview with the Lego Ideas blog, Esnault explained why he chose this particular scene, noting that "Beyond the characters themselves, this scene perfectly captures the spirit of Wallace & Gromit. It brings together everything that defines them: inventiveness, humor, friendship, and a sense of adventure."

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There's not long to go until this set's release on Oct. 1, so get your preorder in today on Lego. Maybe throw on The Curse of the Were-Rabbit while you're piecing it together to really get into the spooky season spirit.

Talk about the end of an era: Tim Cook is no longer the CEO of Apple.

In his place, as announced in April 2026, comes John Ternus, a long-time Apple executive and engineer. The change went into effect today, on Sept. 1, and is now reflected on Apple's official leadership page.

SEE ALSO: Tim Cook shares emotional farewell on final day as Apple CEO

If you've watched Apple's events over the past two decades, Ternus' face should be familiar; he's been with the company since 2001, most recently serving as senior vice president of hardware engineering.

To find more about Ternus and why he was chosen as Cook's replacement, check out Mashable's overview.

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As for Cook, he's definitely carved himself into an incredibly important part of Apple's history. He took the helm at Apple after founder Steve Jobs resigned in 2011, and he turned the already successful company into a multi-trillion-dollar powerhouse and one of the largest companies in the world. He remains on Apple's Board of Directors as executive chair.

In a memo sent to employees on his last day of tenure, Cook thanked the entire team and called his time at Apple "truly special."

"I am most proud of what an annual report could never capture. This place is proof that culture triumphs over everything. We share a belief that what we build matters, and that we have both the opportunity and the responsibility to leave the world better than we found it," he wrote.

Cook also thanked his team via a message on social media.

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For Ternus, the first most important date at his new job is Sept. 9, when the company is scheduled to launch new iPhones, Apple Watch devices, and more.

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TL;DR: Burger King has launched a limited-time menu celebrating Dragon Ball Super. From Sept. 1, order the Dragon Ball Super Power Up Pack that includes a Super Saiyan sauce, Dragon Ball lemonade, and exclusive character figurines.

We're seeing a lot of popular food chains dropping collabs with even more popular franchises. We recently got a Krispy Kreme Pokémon doughnut collection and a Crumbl Cookies Minecraft menu, to name just a couple of the wild collabs we've covered. Those were fun, but I wasn't seeing anything that really spoke to me.

That was until I saw Burger King's limited-time menu celebrating Dragon Ball Super. This one is for me.

Burger King has launched a limited-time menu celebrating Dragon Ball Super. From Sept. 1, you can order the Dragon Ball Super Power Up Pack that includes:

• 10-Piece Chicken Nuggets with Super Saiyan Sauce: It's supposedly a sweet, savory, and tangy teriyaki-style sauce inspired by the iconic Super Saiyan. I don't know about you, but I always looked at Goku's transformation and thought, "I bet he tastes like teriyaki."

• Dragon Ball Burst Lemonade: Mango Peach Lemonade with juicy mango-flavored Popping Boba.

• Medium Fry: Classic french fries

• Dragon Ball Super Figurine: 1 of 6 exclusive character figurines, including Goku, Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan Goku, Vegeta, Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan Vegeta, Piccolo, and Beerus.

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There's also something for kids. You can pick up a Dragon Ball Super-themed King Jr. Meal that includes a choice of hamburger, cheeseburger, or 4- or 6-piece chicken nuggets, plus a side, drink, themed crown, and one of six figurines, while supplies last.

The food upgrades are interesting. I'm keen to try the new sauce and the lemonade, but that's not the real draw here. It's the collectible figurines. If you're hunting for the full six-figurine set, you'll want to move fast. These limited-time fast-food drops notoriously get picked clean by collectors within days, so hit the BK app early before eBay reseller prices get outrageously high.

TL;DR: Windows 11 Pro is just $7.97 (reg. $199) through Sept. 1 for one compatible PC.

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Some upgrades just feel right. This is one of them.

If your PC has been running a little sluggish or you’ve been meaning to bring your system up to speed, Windows 11 Pro is just $7.97 (MSRP $199) through 11:59 p.m. PT on Sept. 1 — a rare, time-sensitive offer that rewards quick, savvy decisions.

This isn’t about chasing trends; it’s more about giving your computer the modern foundation it deserves. Windows 11 Pro brings a sleeker UI, better multitasking, and enhanced security — all in a one-time lifetime license.

SEE ALSO: The 6 best battery life laptops we've ever tested

Think of it as the difference between driving a reliable car and suddenly upgrading to one with a smarter dashboard, smoother handling, and built-in security features.

For professionals, creators, and power users, this upgrade also unlocks features like Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, BitLocker encryption, and seamless Azure AD integration — tools that make a real difference when you’re working across projects or managing sensitive data.

And yes, Windows 11 comes with Copilot, Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant that can summarize pages, change settings, or even help you generate code on the fly. It’s like having a co-pilot (literally) inside your OS.

But you don’t need convincing — you already know a smart upgrade when you see one.

Get Windows 11 Pro for just $7.97 (reg. $199) through Sept. 1 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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TL;DR: This refurbished 11-inch M3 iPad Air combines current-gen performance, 128GB of storage, and Wi-Fi + Cellular connectivity for $499.99.

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Buying refurbished doesn’t have to mean settling for outdated technology. This 2025 Apple iPad Air has the M3 chip — the newest processor available in the Air lineup — yet it costs $499.99 instead of the regular $749.

That current-gen hardware gives it the speed to handle multitasking, demanding apps, photo editing, streaming, note-taking, and Apple Intelligence features. Its 8GB of memory helps keep performance responsive across multiple apps, while 128GB of built-in storage provides room for documents, photos, videos, and everyday downloads.

SEE ALSO: Ditch the Apple Watch: Hatch launches a contactless sleep-tracking alarm clock

The 11-inch Liquid Retina display has a 2360-by-1640 resolution, Wide Color support, and True Tone. That combination makes it well-suited to everything from reviewing documents to watching videos or working on creative projects. It also supports Apple Pencil Pro for drawing, annotation, and handwritten notes.

Connectivity is a particularly useful upgrade here. Along with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, this model includes cellular connectivity and supports 5G service where available through your carrier. That means it can stay useful while commuting, traveling, or working somewhere without nearby Wi-Fi.

Front and rear 12MP cameras cover 4K video, photos, and video calls, while Center Stage helps keep you framed during supported calls.

This Space Gray iPad Air has a thin, lightweight build and is Grade C refurbished, so buyers should expect some cosmetic blemishes.

The value comes from getting current-generation M3 performance and cellular flexibility for less — not from pretending it just left the box.

Get this refurbished 11-inch M3 iPad Air for just $499.99 (reg. $749) while supplies last.

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Love Island USA just aired its Season 8 reunion episode on Monday night, finally letting us catch up with the four winning couples and rehash some of our favorite moments.

The Season 8 Islanders were joined by hosts Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen, who got into the nitty gritty post-villa details, recapped some of the season’s messiest moments (like Casa Amor and Movie Night), inspired healing conversations between old friends (like Kenzie and Melanie), and revealed which of the couples are still together. 

Let's get into the best moments from the Love Island USA Season 8 reunion.

Where are the Love Island USA Season 8 couples now? Aniya Harvey, Carl Schmidt, Melanie Moreno, and Sincere Nicholas Rhea. Credit: Christine Bartolucci / Peacock

Love Island USA Season 8's final four couples were Melanie and Sincere, Kayda and Zach, Aniya and Carl, and Trinity and Bryce, the latter of whom who won first place. All four couples are still going strong, especially Trinity and Bryce, who told Madix and Cohen during the reunion they haven't spent a night apart since leaving the villa.

Onstage, Aniya and Carl said they're also still making it work outside of the villa, while Kayda and Zach are testing the waters exclusively (but not as boyfriend and girlfriend), since Zach finally got his visa to move to the United States. Melanie and Sincere said they're also taking it slow while dating, with Melanie saying that Sincere is working towards building her trust.

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We also got to see two other couples who made it close to the end of Season 9 but not to the Love Island USA finale: Kenzie and Dylan, and Tierra (Titi) and KC.

During the reunion, our favorite "clam-slammin'" Islander Kenzie said that she is very much in love with Dylan, and graced us with a final display of her flexibility by performing her signature split onstage. Titi and KC are also still together, opting to split (pun intended) their time between Inglewood and San Diego.

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Since the Islanders had a chance to watch the entirety of Season 8 after filming, seeing their old villa mates stirred up some unresolved feelings about the season’s most tense moments.

Melanie serves some much-needed realness Melanie Moreno and Sincere Nicholas Rhea. Credit: Christine Bartolucci / Peacock

Melanie and Sincere didn’t have the most peaceful love story in the villa, partially because of a recoupling in episode 9 that paired Sincere with bombshell Sol and Melanie with bombshell Corbin.

During the reunion, Sol called Melanie out for not being "genuine" in the villa, accusing her of making mean comments behind her back (such as when Melanie shouted "I got my man back!" in episode 10 after talking to Sincere). Sol said this treatment extended to the other Islanders, using this season's instalment of Love Island's notorious pie contest in episode 9 as an example. She argued that she was pied more than twice by Islanders (hosts Madix and Cohen confirmed the total), which she thought was unfair. On the couch, Melanie said she had apologized to Sol after the pie contest, with Melanie telling Sol she would respect her dating Sincere.

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While Melanie and Sol may not have ended the season on good terms, Melanie and Kenzie were able to come to a mutual understanding on their friendship.

After the season ended, Kenzie made a comment about Melanie during Sol's post-villa livestream with the Love Island USA cast. During an interview with Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper, Kenzie confirmed she and Jaiden "were just saying she did get a lot more screen time than a lot of other people who were in couples that wanted to talk."

During the reunion, Kenzie said she followed Melanie on Instagram after Love Island USA wrapped and the livestream aired, but Melanie had ignored the request. Melanie also said she felt that Kenzie didn't support her enough as a friend in the villa, as she did for Kenzie. However, after talking it out, Kenzie and Melanie left us hopeful for their future as friends. Season 8 wasn't nicknamed "Friendship Island" by social media users for nothing.

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One of the most tense moments of Love Island USA Season 8 took place after the internet-breaking Casa Amor in episode 17, when KC decided to leave his connection with Aniya in favor of pursuing a connection with Titi. When KC and Titi arrived at the villa three days later as a couple in episode 21, some Islanders did not take it lightly, due to the heartbreak it caused Aniya. One person who stood up for Aniya in the episode was Trinity, who called KC and Titi out for moving the way they did. Trinity got into an argument with Titi, during which Titi called Trinity "a little girl," one of the most memorable comebacks of the season.

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During the reunion, Titi admitted that she could've worded things differently during the moment. Onstage, KC called The Girls out for their lack of support for coupling with Titi, which Aniya argued did happen but not until after the infamous Movie Night in episode 26 – which let KC see firsthand how his actions may have been hurtful to Aniya.

And, just as a little treat, the hosts aired some unseen footage of Trinity going off on Sincere for not exploring enough in the villa:

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And that's why Brinity was our winning couple of Season 8. 

Jaiden and Caleb (and Kayda) talk hookups  Kuman Dameon “KC” Chandler, Sean David Reifel, Corbin Mims, Caleb McDaniel, and Jenn Terry. Credit: Christine Bartolucci / Peacock

Last but not least, Love Island USA Season 8 reunion ended with some unexpected drama between two Islanders who used to be a couple: Jaiden and Caleb. 

Jaiden and Caleb left the villa together as a couple, and said during the reunion that they tried to make their connection work after the show. However, onstage, it was clear that the two had very different perspectives about their separation. Jaiden said that Caleb didn't work on their relationship after the show concluded, and that he did not communicate with her what his intentions were, saying that the pair had hooked up more than once. Caleb rejected Jaiden's view but admitted that he was afraid of having a deeper conversation, and ended up apologizing to Jaiden for not being more communicative.

In the heat of the moment, Kayda asked Jaiden why she hooked up with Caleb again, prompting Titi to come to Jaiden’s defense (along with social media users on X, who accused Kayda of not being a "girl's girl" in that moment).

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It’s not looking like Friendship Island for Caleb and Jaiden, but we did get to see a few of our other favorite moments of the season: Kenzie saying Bryce had "turtle tongue," Trinity asking who had "french fries" last night, Sincere's intricate food metaphors, and Sol saying "Mama happy" after talking to Sincere.

We also got to see a few iconic "CorbinGPT" moments with Love Island "robot" Corbin being "shut down" (sleeping) or "rebooting" (zoned out) in the villa. 

Season 8 of Love Island USA may have come to an end, but we can look forward to Season 9 premiering on Peacock in the summer of 2027.

SAVE $100: As of Sept. 1, the Garmin Forerunner 265 is discounted to $349.99 at Amazon during its Labor Day sale. That's $100 off its full price of $449.99.

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Labor Day sales are officially live, offering shoppers a nice little sprinkle of savings before big seasonal sale events like Black Friday. If you're using this as an opportunity to find a fitness tracker or smartwatch for your fall activities, Amazon has plenty of great discounts available in its sale, including an excellent price cut on the Garmin Forerunner 265.

As of Sept. 1, this running smartwatch is $349.99. That's a solid $100 in savings, and it applies to every available color as well, so you can choose between the black and powder gray, aqua and black, or whitestone and tidal blue models.

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As its name suggests, the Garmin Forerunner 265 is built for runners. It's packed with features to help keep on top of a training schedule, including a training readiness score — which uses data gathered from sleep, recovery, training load, and HRV status to see if you're ready for a workout — and personalized daily workouts that can help you plan a race strategy after putting the course in the Garmin Connect app.

It provides you with stats bright and early, with a morning report that offers a breakdown of your sleep, recovery, training outlook, HRV status, training readiness, and the weather so you can plan ahead for the day. On top of that, it offers up to 13 days of battery in smartwatch mode (or up to 20 hours in GPS mode) and boasts a bright AMOLED touchscreen display, so you can clearly see your stats throughout the day.

If this Garmin Forerunner 265 has been on your radar, this is a great opportunity to save during Amazon's Labor Day sale.

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SAVE $311: As of Sept. 1, the Segway Navimow i110 is on sale for $788 at Amazon. That's a 28% discount on the list price.

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Mowing the lawn is one of those chores that is so easy to put off. And if you really hate to do it, how does the idea of taking mowing completely off your to-do list sound? With a robot lawn mower, it is entirely possible.

Right now at Amazon, there's a great deal on the Segway Navimow i110, so you can upgrade for less. As of Sept. 1, it's priced at just $788. It normally costs $1,099, so that's a savings of $311.

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This robot lawn mower doesn't require any perimeter wires. Instead, with a smartphone-guided setup, you can map virtual lawn boundaries in just a few taps, helping it navigate seamlessly. Plus, AI-assisted mapping can identify lawn edges and automatically map the working area. It also has a 140-degree field-of-view camera that can identify more than 150 common garden objects (such as toys and plant pots) and avoid them.

Once you have it all set up, the Navimow mower follows its planned mowing patterns to ensure full coverage. It even changes direction after reaching 100% coverage to minimize tracks. And if it runs out of battery on the job, it recharges itself before continuing until the job is done.

Sold on the idea of no more manual mowing? Get this deal from Amazon now.

SAVE $80.01: As of Sept. 1, the Skyrover S1 Mini Drone Combo is on sale for $318.99 at Amazon. That's an 20% discount on the list price.

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Looking for a new drone? As of Sept. 1, the Skyrover S1 Mini Drone Combo has dropped in price at Amazon, saving you $80. This deal brings the price down to $318.99, its best-ever price. The bundle includes everything you need to get going, so this is a great offer for newbies and experienced drone fans alike.

This model is a compact mini drone designed to make capturing high-quality aerial footage easy. It has a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor that shoots 4K/60 fps video and 8K/48 MP photos, and comes packed with features that make flying easier. For example, it benefits from forward obstacle avoidance, one-tap takeoff and landing, and Smart Return-to-Home, making it beginner friendly. It even uses an AI Auto Track to help keep you in frame as you move.

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You'll get up to 40 minutes of flight time per battery and up to 120 minutes with the included three-battery setup, so there's plenty of time to film. Plus, the design weighs under 249g, meaning this drone is compact enough to take on trips and is FAA-friendly for recreational flying.

Head to Amazon now to score this drone deal.

SAVE $100: As of Sept. 1, the Dyson Supersonic Nural is on sale for $349.99 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount on the list price.

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A deal on a Dyson hair product is basically a sign to treat yourself, right? And right now, the Dyson Supersonic Nural is on sale, so if you've been wanting to upgrade to the famed styling tool but not at full price, now is the time. As of Sept. 1, it's down from $449.99 to $349.99, saving you $100. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this deal is just 99 cents above its lowest-ever price.

So, what exactly does this hair dryer do that makes it so popular? As the name suggests, the Supersonic Nural uses a network of Nural sensors to automatically activate intelligent features that tailor your styling routine to your hair type. There are features like Scalp Protect, which adjusts the air temperature to maintain a target of 130°F at the scalp, as well as Attachment Learning, which recognizes each attachment and remembers your preferred airflow and heat settings.

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There's even a Pause Detect feature, which switches off the heater and reduces airflow when you stop styling, then reactivates when you pick the product back up. You can also choose from three airflow settings and four heat settings, including a constant cool setting and an 82°F cold shot to help set your style.

This deal is available on Amazon right now, but we don't know how long it'll last.