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The iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo is still chilling at its Black Friday price

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 18:00

SAVE $450: As of Dec. 3, you can get the iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo for just $549. That's 45% off its list price of $999.99 and its lowest price on record.

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The Roomba family tree grew in 2025 with eight new models, and of course, Amazon put them on sale for Black Friday. While many of the best Cyber Week robot vacuum deals are no longer available, one of the new Roombas is still chilling at its Black Friday discount if you're in the market.

As of Dec. 3, you can still get the iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo for $549. That's 45% off its list price of $999.99 and its lowest price since its debut earlier this year.

As the name suggests, the 505 Combo is both a robot vacuum and a mop. This model is one of the first Roombas with self-washing and drying mopping pads that costs under $1,000 (the other being the 405 Combo). It uses iRobot's PerfectEdge technology, which means its two spinning mopping pads can swing out from the vacuum to clean deep into edges and corners. Mashable's robot vacuum reviewer Leah Stodart said, "This hinged pad design is one I've experienced in a few Roborock models now, and the attention to detail has been a game changer for me, especially near the kitchen counters."

The Roomba 505 Combo also features small obstacle avoidance, which Stodart says is a "navigational non-negotiable." It ensures your robot vacuum won't drag around pet waste or eat your charging cables.

For a Roomba with all of these features, its $999.99 list price is understandable. At its $549 Black Friday price, it's a total steal.

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Greenland 2: Migration clip shows Gerard Butler kicking into action

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 18:00

The comet called Clarke isn't done with Earth yet. And the new clip from Greenland 2: Migration gives us a terrifying taste of what is yet to come.

In the nerve-shredding post-apocalyptic thriller Greenland, a comet big enough to kill a planet sent family man John Garrity (Gerard Butler), his wife (Morena Baccarin), and their child to flee everything they knew and most everyone they loved, in search of safety in a bunker in the titular country. But who wants to live the rest of their life in a bunker, right?

Greenland 2: Migration picks up five years after the events of the first film. And while the Earth took a pummeling from Clarke, the planet is still standing. There's even talk that the crater from the biggest piece of the comet that hit ground has made a natural paradise with fresh water, clean air, and green land (see what I did there?). But the trick is getting there.

Butler and Baccarin reprise their roles as husband and wife, joined this time by Roman Griffin Davis (Jojo Rabbit, The Long Walk) as their diabetic son, Nathan. But in this clip from Greenland 2: Migration, it's clear that the bits of the comet still orbiting the planet can bring fresh hell to those below. And as the trailer previously teased, there are plenty of new threats for the Garrity family to face in their ongoing quest for survival.

Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, Greenland 2: Migration opens in theaters on Jan. 9.

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Pluto TVs free holiday-themed rage room is coming soon

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 18:00

'Tis the season to wrap piles of presents, send out dozens upon dozens of greeting cards, make hundreds of cookies — and feel the stress of all the obligations of the holidays weighing on you like Santa's sleigh, reindeer and all!

If the holidays' fast approach is getting you stressed, you're not alone! But fret not, because Pluto TV, the free streaming service from Paramount, has two gifts for those of us who need an outlet to blow off some seasonal steam.

First, there's Pluto TV's new Holidays Are Brutal collection, which features an array of action-packed movies, like Charlie’s Angels, Rush Hour, The Expendables, The Rock, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Gladiator, The Mask of Zorro, Transformers 1-4, Blade 1-3, The Mummy, and The Mummy Returns.

And in honor of the Holidays Are Brutal collection, Pluto TV has built holiday-themed rage rooms in 10 cities across the U.S. where you can enter a festive space and unleash your inner action hero by smashing ornaments, thrashing gift boxes, and taking the term "decking" the halls in a violent direction. Per Pluto TV's press release, "The holidays pack a punch, but with Pluto TV, you can punch back!"

Best of all, access to both the streaming titles and the rage rooms are free.

How can I get into the Pluto TV holiday rage rooms?

Pluto TV's The Holidays Are Brutal Rage Rooms will open one day only, Dec. 11. All you've got to do to get in on this furious fun is sign up at the link.

Participating locations for Pluto TV’s The Holidays Are Brutal Rage Rooms are as follows:

  • New York: The Ragery (153 Essex St. New York, NY 10002)

  • Dallas - Fort Worth: The Secret Chambers (513 Alta Mere Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76114)

  • Chicago: The Angry Cactus Lounge (2525 N. Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60647)

  • Houston: Break Life Houston (5805 Centralcrest St., Houston, TX 77092)

  • Atlanta: Total Rage ATL (3982 Austell Powder Springs Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127)

  • Philadelphia: Rage Philly (8043 Craig St., Philadelphia, PA 19136)

  • Los Angeles: Rage Ground (120 E 11th St., Los Angeles, CA 90015)

  • Washington, D.C. : Kraken - Penn Quarter (840 E St. NW Washington, DC 20004)

  • Raleigh-Durham: Wreck It Rage Room (4122 Bennett Memorial Rd. STE 105, Durham, NC 27705)

  • Phoenix: Breakthrough Smash Room (3414 W. Union Hills Dr. Suite #8, Phoenix, AZ 85027)

So, fill out the form. And ready yourself for a smashing good time!

To check out The Holidays are Brutal collection, visit Pluto TV.

UPDATE: Dec. 4, 2025, 9:32 a.m. This post has been updated with new information regarding the location of the Atlanta rage room.

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You can still get the iRobot Roomba robot vacuum-mop combo for half off — if you hurry

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:47

SAVE 50%: As of Dec. 3, you can get the iRobot Roomba Plus 405 (G185) Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop for $399, down from $799.99. That's a 50% discount or a $400.99 price cut.

iRobot Roomba Plus 405 (G185) Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop $399 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $400.99   Get Deal at Amazon

Cyber Monday has come to a startling halt, but not all the best deals are dead. This year, the robot vacuum category honestly beat out almost every other sale we tracked. There were tons of great discounts, and the best part is that many are still live right now, including lingering deals on Roombas and Roborocks.

SEE ALSO: What is the best robot vacuum for pet hair? My cats and I have been testing options at home.

As of Dec. 3, you can get the high-end iRobot Roomba Plus 405 (G185) Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop with AutoWash Dock for $399, down from $799.99, saving you $400.99. This is a massive discount, and it’s a damn good deal considering we’re two days post-Cyber Monday.

This is the model you want because it practically manages itself: the robot mops, washes its own pads, and empties its own bin for months at a time. It’s seriously impressive, especially because it’s equipped with spinning DualClean Mop Pads and SmartScrub technology for deeper, down-and-dirty cleaning. Plus, the intuitive sensors automatically lift the mop pad when the robot moves onto carpet, keeping your rugs dry and safe.

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What are the Spotify Wrapped clubs? What you need to know.

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:43

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here — and we've all got badges.

Spotify noticed the underwhelming reviews for last year's Wrapped and jam-packed its latest offering with features and updates. We've got you covered on all those details at Mashable. But perhaps the most prominent of those updates are the new clubs in 2025 Wrapped. You might be confused about what those things actually are, but we'll explain.

What are the Wrapped clubs and roles?

In short: The clubs are a clever, cute way to group your musical taste.

"Clubs show off your listening style in a whole new way," wrote Spotify on a page explaining the clubs. "Your Club captures the emotional qualities of your year in music. That includes the moods, genres, and musical terms that defined what you listened to most."

The six clubs are: Club Serotonin, Cloud State, Cosmic Stereo, Full Charge, Grit Collective, and Soft Hearts. They each come with a cool, illustrated badge of sorts. Spotify has further details on the clubs, but the names are somewhat of self-explanatory. Soft Hearts (my club) are the sensitive folks, Cloud State likes peaceful music, and Full Charge loves a party, for instance.

From there, Spotify also gives you a role within the club, based on the dynamic you bring to the group. Here's how they define those roles.

Credit: Spotify Credit: Spotify

So really, the badges and roles are a fun way of letting you know the kind of music you're into and how you consume it. It's like getting sorted into a house or clique. Take your badge and wear it with pride.

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I tested every Kindle to find the absolute best Amazon e-reader

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:39

In the Venn diagram of tablets and books, our favorite e-readers fall perfectly in the middle. They're thin and portable like a tablet, but without the distraction of the internet. The best Kindles and e-readers stuff thousands of books — a full library, really — into a tiny frame.

And having tested a lot of e-readers and tablets for Mashable, I can tell you the Amazon Kindle lineup comes closest to perfecting the devices. All over the internet, you'll find TikTok users enthusiastically singing the praises of the Kindle and how to make the most of it. For parents, Kindles are a screen you don't have to feel guilty about. For avid readers, Stuff Your Kindle Day and Libby let you cross every last item off your annual reading list. You can even buy Kindle accessories like remote page-turners and gooseneck stands so you don't have to hold your Kindle while reading.

So, if you're ready to invest in an e-reader, I can help you find the best Kindle for your reading list.

Meet the newest generation of Kindle e-readers Can't decide between the Kindle and Kindle Paperwhite? We put them head-to-head.. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable SEE ALSO: I read over 50 books a year. Here are my favorite e-readers.

A lot has changed since the Kindle first debuted in 2007. While it was released just a few months after the first iPhone, the Amazon Kindle has received fewer updates. As of 2025, we're on the 12th generation of Kindles; the latest arrived in October 2024. Every model — the basic Kindle, the Paperwhite, Signature Edition, Scribe, and Kids models — all got upgrades. And unfortunately, the Kindle Oasis, a waterproof model with page-turning buttons, was discontinued.

Kindle's first color e-reader arrived in late 2024, and as of July 2025, the Colorsoft lineup includes three models. The Colorsoft is the second most expensive option among Kindles, and after finally getting our hands on a model, we've added it to this guide.

As of Sept. 30, 2025, Amazon also announced a revamped Kindle Scribe. The new model is exceptionally thin and has a front light for a brighter display. Plus, the new Colorsoft edition of the Scribe lets you annotate, journal, or sketch in color. However, as of November 2025, neither the Kindle Scribe nor Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is available for preorder yet, but we'll update this guide once we've fully tested the devices.

No matter which model you choose, all of the latest Kindles are lightweight, easy to use, and compatible with Libby, so you can support your local library (and get free books, of course). Basically, it's hard to make a bad decision in this product category.

So, what's the best Kindle for you? Let me help you decide.

Which Kindle is right for you?

If you're concerned about buying the newest tech, that's not an issue. There are six updated Kindle models for sale, as well as older editions still in stock.

Before you choose a Kindle, you need to ask one question first: Do you want it to be waterproof? If you prefer reading near a body of water — whether in the bath, by the pool, or at the beach — that immediately narrows down your options. Since the Kindle Oasis is no longer available, your waterproof options are the Kindle Paperwhite, Paperwhite Signature Edition, Colorsoft Signature Edition, and Paperwhite Kids.

The Kindle Paperwhite Signature edition settings screen. Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

Beyond water resistance, here are a few other features to consider:

  • Display size: The basic Kindle has a 6-inch display, while the largest has a 10.2-inch display.

  • Storage capacity: Kindles range from 16GB to 32GB of storage capacity.

  • Battery life: The new Kindles generally have outstanding batteries. On the low end, they last up to six weeks per charge, while others last up to 12 weeks.

  • Writing capability: The Kindle Scribe is the only model that allows you to write with the included stylus. 

The latest Kindles all boast a maximum brightness of 94 nits and a 300 ppi, high-resolution display with zero glare, so you can enjoy sharp text and images at any viewing angle. Kindles are also equipped with WiFi connectivity, allowing you to download all the reading material you could ever want. Plus, you can listen to audiobooks on Audible via the built-in Bluetooth connection.

Not to mention, out of all the e-readers I've tested, Kindles have the best compatibility with Libby. I love the digital platform because I can read for free and support my local library. Some other e-readers require you to download your library e-book to a computer and then upload it to an e-reader, but with Kindles, your e-books are sent straight to your device with a click.

And if you were a die-hard Kindle Oasis fan and are attached to page-turning buttons, you may need to stray from the Kindle line-up. Now, your best bet will be the Kobo Libra Colour.

How to get free e-books on Kindle With just a click, transfer your Libby e-book to your Kindle device. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable Your Libby ebook will automatically populate in your Kindle library. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

The best way to read free e-books on a Kindle is with Libby. Libby allows you to borrow e-books through libraries, and all you need is a library card. Through the Libby app, borrow books and then select the "read with Kindle" option, which allows you to send these e-books to your Kindle library.

Another option for finding free e-books is through Stuff Your Kindle events. These are author-driven events that offer limited-time deals on e-books, often making them heavily discounted or totally free.

How to make the most of your Kindle

Through our testing and daily use, we've spent a lot of time with Kindles, learning how to make the most of them. We've written extensively on all the ways to maximize your Kindle, so be sure to browse through our guides and explainers:

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Big screen TV deal still live: Get a 75-inch Hisense QLED 4K TV for under $400

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:29

SAVE $130: As of Dec. 3, the Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV is still on sale for just $399.99 at Amazon post Cyber Monday. That's 25% or $130 in savings.

Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV $399.99 at Amazon
$529.99 Save $130   Get Deal

As per usual, Black Friday and Cyber Monday TV deals were pretty dang epic. While many of them have disappeared now that Cyber Monday has officially ended, there are some stragglers we think are still worth snagging — including this 75-inch QLED 4K TV from Hisense.

As of Dec. 3, the Hisense 75-inch E6 Cinema QLED 4K TV is still on sale for $399.99 at Amazon post Cyber Monday. That's 25% or $130 off its usual cost and the lowest price on record.

This deal really highlights why we love the Hisense TV brand so much. You can get premium specs, like QLED lighting and 4K resolution, for a wildly low price. It's not going to be the most impressive QLED on the market, but for most casual viewers, you can't really tell much of a difference. This model is equipped with a light sensor that automatically adjusts the brightness based on your viewing environment. Plus, it features a filmmaker mode that allows you to watch movies with the original aspect ratio, frame rate, color, and audio.

The E6 Cinema Series runs on the Fire TV platform. That means you'll have access to Alexa at your fingertips — just press and ask Alexa to play the next episode of a TV show or open your favorite streaming app. As far as budget-friendly TVs go, the Hisense E6 Cinema is pretty loaded with features. Act fast to score the Cyber Monday deal while it's still live.

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Supercharge your weekly clean with the iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum, still on sale now

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:17

SAVE $150.99: As of Dec. 3, get the iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum for $149 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's a discount of 50%.

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$299.99 Save $150.99   Get Deal

Cyber Monday has come and gone, but that doesn't mean you can't still find deals here and there. For instance, there are still plenty of discounts to be found across the board on a variety of items, including robot vacuums. We've found one in particular that you should consider scooping up as soon as possible, as it's a whopping 50% off right now.

As of Dec. 3, get the iRobot Roomba 105 robot vacuum for $149 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's $150.99 off and a discount of 50%.

SEE ALSO: The final 3 best Cyber Monday laptop deals still alive

Mashable's Senior Shopping Reporter and resident Roomba expert, Leah Stodart, considered this model one of the best cheap Roomba deals ahead of Black Friday, and it's even cheaper now. It offers 7,000 Pa of suction with multi-surface and edge-sweeping brushes, so it can get to every nook and cranny around your home with ease. Not having to maneuver a cordless vacuum around makes it well worth the price.

It uses LiDAR detection to create a map of your home so it can get around obstacles and avoid issues easily, all on its own. Plus, it's strong enough to cut through worn-in dirt and debris in your carpet, so you're not required to get on your hands and knees and detangle hair or lessen the mess alone.

If you're ready to farm some of your cleaning tasks out to a robot vacuum for less, now's the time to do it before this deal expires.

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Nows your chance to get the PlayStation VR2 "Horizon Call of The Mountain" Bundle for a record-low price

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 17:09

SAVE $100.99: The PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle is on sale at Amazon for $299, down from the list price of $399.99. That's a 25% discount and the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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$399.99 Save $100.99   Get Deal

Cyber Monday has come and gone, but there are a few gems that just popped up at great prices. If you have a PS5 and have been considering venturing into the world of VR, this is a great opportunity. Consider this sale to be your sign.

As of Dec. 3, the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle is on sale at Amazon for only $299, down from the list price of $399.99. That's a 25% discount that takes a nice $100.99 off the normal price. It's also the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

As long as you have a PS5, this bundle offers everything you need to take off on a VR journey. It comes with the PlayStation VR2 headset and two PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers. This puts you in line for eye-tracking and haptic feedback for a totally immersive gaming experience.

SEE ALSO: Lego has dropped the Icons Stranger Things: The Creel House to celebrate the show's final season

The 110-degree field of view will be something to behold in Horizon Call of The Mountain where you'll climb to mountain peaks and shoot a bow and arrow, which you'll craft after foraging for materials. Fancy a boat ride down the river? The game has that too. And thanks to the VR experience, it'll feel more life-like than ever before. Since this game was developed for VR, it's a great way to begin your VR journey.

While it's down to a record-low price after Cyber Monday, pick up the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of The Mountain Bundle while it's on sale at Amazon for only $299. It's dark outside by 4 p.m. these days, so why not head into a different world?

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The final 3 best Cyber Monday laptop deals still alive

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:51
The best Cyber Monday laptop deals still live: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $748 (save $251) Get Deal Best gaming laptop deal Alienware 16X Aurora (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,649.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best budget laptop deal Acer Chromebook Plus 516 (Intel i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 128GB UFS) $279 (save $200) Get Deal

I write about all things laptops here at Mashable, and after spending hours digging through every major retailer's sales this year, the absolute best discounts are lingering right into Wednesday. While the frenzy of Cyber Monday is over, the good news is that retailers are still sitting on a few record-low prices that are just too good to put back on the shelf.

SEE ALSO: Cyber Monday 2025: Live updates on deals still live from Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Walmart, and more

I've cut through the thousands of lingering deals on OLEDs, gaming rigs, and dual-screen notebooks to bring you the final three laptop recommendations I'd happily add to my own cart right now. These models (my top picks for everyday users and the most valuable niche options) have all been tested and vetted by the Mashable team.

Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $748 at P.C. Richard & Son
$999 Save $251   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's latest MacBook Air is lightweight, quiet, and faster than 83% of the laptops in our entire testing database — it's a really impressive ultraportable. The 15-inch model is my top pick for most people, but the 13-inch model is great for college students and other users who want something a little cheaper and more portable. Both sizes were regularly on sale on Amazon for $200 off earlier this fall, and I really didn't think they'd get any cheaper at this point in their life cycles (considering they're still well under a year old). Shockingly, they're still on sale at various retailers. Right now, the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) can be found at P.C. Richard & Son for just $748. (It's "temporarily out of stock" at Amazon.)

Best gaming laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,649.99 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

The Alienware 16X Aurora is my favorite gaming laptop for most people. It's an excellent mid-ranger featuring a 2.5K 240Hz matte display, a satisfying keyboard with one-zone RGB backlighting, and an attractive, port-packed design. The variant I tested has a high-end Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, an RTX 5070 GPU, 32GB of memory, and 1TB of storage, and you can still get it for $1,649.99 from Dell (normally $1,999.99). Lesser configurations start at just $1,299.

Best budget laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 516 (Intel i3-1315U, 8GB RAM, 128GB UFS) $279 at Best Buy
$479 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

This 16-incher is my favorite Chromebook under $500. Compared to other models in its price range, it offers peppier performance, a nicer 1200p display, and a longer battery life. (It lasted just over 14 hours in our testing; most of the other budget Chromebooks we've tried tap out well before the 13-hour mark.) It's also pretty sleek for a laptop of its size: Other 16-inch Windows laptops we've reviewed are a quarter of a pound heavier. Best Buy still has it on sale for just $279 or 42% off, which is the biggest discount I've personally ever seen it get.

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Audibles Black Friday deal is still live: Lock down a 99-cent subscription

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:37

SAVE $41.88: Audible's Black Friday deal is still available through Dec. 16 — so act soon. Get your first three months for just 99 cents per month for a grand total of $2.97. That's $13.96 per month in savings.

Opens in a new window Credit: Audible Audible Premium Plus $0.99/month for your first three months (save $13.96/month) Get Deal

Sadly, nearly all of the best streaming deals of Black Friday 2025 have dried up. There's one exception, though: Audible. For Black Friday, Audible was offering its Premium Plus subscriptions for just 99 cents per month for three months, plus a $20 credit to use on Audible.com. While the latter half of the deal is no longer available, you can still take advantage of the three-month promotional pricing for a couple more weeks.

Through Dec. 16, new and returning subscribers can get their first three months for only 99 cents per month for a grand total of just $2.97. Usually $14.95 per month, that saves you $41.88 when all is said and done. If you want to avoid the full monthly fee, just remember to cancel before the three-month promo period ends. Set your calendar alerts now.

I personally take advantage of this deal every time I'm eligible — which usually ends up being twice a year (Black Friday and Prime Day). This year was no different. I'm not the only member of Mashable's shopping team that locked down the deal, either. "I took advantage of Amazon's 99-cent Audible deal. I need to finish Krampus by Brom for my horror book club by next week, and I'm super busy these next few days, so I'm just gonna listen to it," senior shopping reporter Haley Henschel said.

What exactly does an Audible Premium Plus subscription get you? Glad you asked. While all Audible subscribers get access to the Plus catalog, which features thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, originals, and more, Premium Plus members also unlock access to the Premium selection. This is where you'll find new releases, best-sellers, and BookTok gems. You'll get a credit each month to "purchase" one of these Premium titles. So, with this three-month Black Friday deal, you'll get to "buy" three titles, plus enjoy hundreds of other Plus titles and Audible Original audiobooks.

If you've ever been the least bit curious about audiobooks, this lets you explore that curiosity for less than 3 bucks. You have until Dec. 16 to lock down the savings.

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The best Cyber Monday deals on portable power stations: Jackery, Bluetti, and DJI at record lows

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:23
The best Cyber Monday power station deals at a glance: Best Jackery Deal Jackery Explorer 240D $159 (save $50) Get Deal Best Bluetti Deal Bluetti AC200L $799 (save $800) Get Deal Best DJI deal DJI Power 500 $359 (save $140) Get Deal Best EF EcoFlow Deal EF EcoFlow Delta 2 + 220W Solar Panel + free 45W Solar Panel $599 (save $700) Get Deal

Scouring the holiday sales this year has been interesting. While Black Friday had a few slow spots (I’m looking at you, Ninja), portable power stations went all-in on Cyber Monday. If you're still shopping for deals, there's good news because some power station deals are still hanging on.

I’m not a doomsday prepper, but I am someone who lives in a storm-prone area where the power goes out if the wind blows the wrong way. So, I track these prices religiously. And right now, we're still seeing deals that match, and in some cases actually beat, the record lows we saw during Black Friday. If you’ve been stressed about keeping your devices charged during a winter storm or just want a reliable backup for camping, now's the time to shop.

SEE ALSO: Cyber Monday 2025: Live updates on the best deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more

The discounts are surprisingly good this year, with major brands like Bluetti, Jackery, EF EcoFlow, and Anker offering 40% to 60% off. Even DJI, which is usually pretty stubborn with its pricing, is holding a nice offer after Cyber Monday.

Best Cyber Monday Jackery power station deal Jackery Explorer 240D $159 at Amazon
$209 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

I love a heavy-duty home backup system, but I am not trying to haul a 50-pound generator around unless I absolutely have to. For camping trips, beach days, or just keeping my iPad alive during a spotty power outage, I want something I can carry in one hand.

The Jackery Explorer 240D is still on sale for $132 at Amazon. That's a 37% discount (or a $77 price cut) off its $209 list price, and it's the best deal we've seen on this specific model. If you want to save even more, Jackery is offering an extra $200 off to customers who subscribe to its newsletter, but that coupon is only valid on orders over $2,000, so it won't apply to this deal specifically.

The 240D uses a LiFePO4 battery, which means it has a 10-year lifespan and can handle 4,000+ charge cycles (the old ones could only do about 500). It packs 256Wh of capacity into a tiny 4.85-pound box, so you can fast-charge your laptop, phone, or drone directly via its 140W USB-C ports.

Just keep in mind: This is a "power bank" style station, meaning it has USB ports but no AC wall outlet. It’s designed for devices, not appliances. But for $132, it’s the perfect "just in case" gadget to keep in your closet.

Best Cyber Monday Bluetti power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti AC200L $799 at Amazon
$1,500 Save $701   Get Deal Why we like it

After Cyber Monday, the Bluetti AC200L is still on sale for $799 at Amazon. That's 50% off its usual $1,599 price tag, saving you $800.

Here's why you might choose this one over the others: It has a larger battery (2,048Wh) and a specialized "Power Lifting" mode. This boosts the output to 3,600W to handle resistive loads, meaning you can run high-wattage essentials like a space heater or electric kettle without tripping the unit. It also charges super fast (0-80% in just 45 minutes) and works as a reliable UPS backup for your computer or CPAP.

Best Cyber Monday DJI power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Power 500 $359 at DJI
$499 Save $140   Get Deal Why we like it

DJI is known for its drones, not its discounts, so seeing the DJI Power 500 drop this low is a genuinely pleasant surprise. If you're a drone pilot or just someone who hates the loud humming noise most power stations make, this is the deal for you.

The DJI Power 500 is still on sale for $359 at DJI. That's 28% off its $499 list price, and $140 in savings.

It operates at just 25dB, which is quieter than a whisper. You can charge it right next to your bed and not even hear it. For drone owners, it has dedicated SDC ports that can fast-charge select DJI drone batteries from 10% to 95% in just 28 minutes. It also has a 512Wh capacity and dual 140W USB-C ports for your non-drone gear. The 512Wh capacity will recharge a phone about 28 times or a drone about six times.

Best Cyber Monday EcoFlow power station deal EF EcoFlow Delta 2 + 220W Solar Panel $599 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $700   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

If you’re looking for a true "off-grid" ready kit, buying a power station on its own is only half the battle. Usually, adding a decent solar panel will set you back another $300 or more. That’s why this bundle deal is so good — it includes the panel for a price that beats many standalone stations.

The EF ECOFLOW Solar Generator Delta 2 Bundle is on sale for $529 at Amazon. This bundle includes the excellent Delta 2 power station (1,024Wh capacity, LiFePO4 battery) plus a 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel. As an extra treat, Amazon is throwing in a free item with purchases over $500, which means you can score the EF ECOFLOW 45W Portable Solar Panel for free, which usually comes with a $99 price tag.

The 220W "bifacial" panel just means it captures sunlight on both sides (ambient light on the back), which EcoFlow says can increase energy capture by up to 25%. Combined with the Delta 2's fast charging and 1,800W output, this is a turnkey solution for camping or emergency backup.

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Cyber Monday Apple deals that are still live: Theres still time to shop the $99 AirPods 4 with ANC

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:18
The best Cyber Monday Apple deals at a glance: Best AirTag deal still live Apple AirTag 24 (save $5 at Amazon) Get Deal Best AirPods Deal Still Live Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99 (save $80) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal still live Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 (save $40.99 at Walmart) Get Deal Best MacBook deal still live Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749.99 (save $249.01) Get Deal Best iMac deal still live Apple iMac, 24-inch Retina Display (M4, 16GB Unified Memory, 256GB SSD) $1,194.20 (save $104.80) Get Deal Best Mac Mini deal still live Apple Mac Mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $479 (save $120 at Amazon) Get Deal

Thus ends the madness of Black Friday and Cyber Monday — almost. The two biggest shopping events took place on Friday, Nov. 28, and Monday, Dec. 1, bringing all-time low prices on Apple products. While those sales have ended, deals are still hanging around.

For the best Cyber Monday Apple deals that are still live, head to Amazon. The mega-retailer still has deals on Apple Watches, iPads, MacBooks, and more. In fact, there's still a pair of AirPods on sale, too. The $99 AirPods 4 with ANC deal is back, making up for the fact that the non-ANC AirPods are sold out.

SEE ALSO: Expert-picked early Cyber Monday deals: We found record prices on AirPods, Kindles, Lego, and PS5 consoles

If you're still looking for deals, or maybe you forgot to hit checkout during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we've scoured all of the major players' websites to find the best Apple deals still live after Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

Best Cyber Monday AirTag deal Apple AirTag $24 at Amazon
$29 Save $5   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Apple's coin-sized Bluetooth tracker is the perfect sub-$50 stocking stuffer for iPhone owners. Amazon and Walmart both have it on sale for the record-low price of $17.97, or 38% off.

Best Cyber Monday AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99 at Target
$179 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

Most of the deals on AirPods have come and gone, but one is hanging around. Apple's AirPods 4 with ANC have a one-size-fits-most design and come with noise cancellation so you can block out the world and stay focused on your music. These earbuds are back down to $99, their lowest price ever. That saves you $80 or 45% off their $179 list price.

Best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at Amazon
$169.99 Save $40.99   Get Deal Why we like it

If you don't mind going for the previous generation, the Apple Watch SE (2nd gen) is still on sale. It's down to the extremely affordable price of $129, saving you $40.99. This deal is still live at Walmart, one of the last places you can find the 2nd-gen Apple Watch SE.

More Apple Watch dealsBest Cyber Monday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5) $899.99 at Amazon
$999 Save $99.01   Get Deal Why we like it

The iPad deals post Black Friday and Cyber Monday aren't particularly exciting; there were much bigger savings during the actual sale. But one of the deals we still have our eyes on is the Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5). It's the most advanced iPad, best suited for a professional looking to use the device for work. The savings aren't huge, just 10%, but it's still the best deal we've spotted on the recently released tablet.

SEE ALSO: Apple TV+ is on sale for just $5.99 per month for Cyber Monday More iPad dealsBest Cyber Monday MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749.99 at Amazon
$999 Save $249.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Fast, pretty, and portable, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for students. We didn't think it would get any cheaper than $799 this season — that was its regular sale price from August to early November — but Amazon proved us wrong not once, but twice. After dropping to $749 for Black Friday, Amazon bested its own deal yet again a day before Cyber Monday, lowering the price by a few dollars more to $738.04, marking a new record low price for the laptop.

After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it's back up to $749.99, not its lowest price ever, but still some decent savings of 25%.

More MacBook dealsBest Cyber Monday Mac deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac Mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $519 at Amazon
$599 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're looking for the overall best value on an Apple computer, there's a lot to love about the Mac Mini. While you'll need an additional display to go with it, this desktop computer has a zippy M4 chip and enough specs to handle most essential work tasks (if you need more firepower, the Mac Mini with the M4 Pro chip is also on sale). It's one of the few Apple products that's not at a record discount, but this is still one of the best Cyber Monday Apple deals that's still live.

More Cyber Monday deals on MacsEven more Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro $199.95 at Amazon
$349.95 Save $150   Get Deal
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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple trailer: Jack OConnell returns as creepy Jimmy

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:15

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is coming, and with it the clash of two compelling new characters from Danny Boyle's 28 Days Later film series, which centers on a UK ravaged by the Rage Virus.

In Boyle's 28 Years Later, the director introduced us to the misunderstood Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes), who builds spooky spires of human bone as a remembrance of the dead. We also met Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell), an eccentric survivor of the initial onslaught, who has grown up to form his own merry band of zombie slayers. Plus, at the movie's end, he'd taken in young Spike (Alfie Williams), who had left his father and island community behind.

SEE ALSO: Say More: Danny Boyle reveals the tech and origins of '28 Years Later's most shocking moments

From this new trailer, we see Jimmy declare Kelson the devil, and we see Spike is geared up in a tracksuit like the rest of Jimmy's crew. There are new evolutions of the infected persons, including the monstrous Alpha zombie, whose rampage in 28 Years Later left us breathless. And yet, it might well be a man who's the biggest threat to Spike's survival in this sequel.

Hedda helmer Nia DaCosta directs 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, which looks back to the beginning and forward to a future where perhaps the infected can be saved from Rage? "A leap into the unknown" is coming, and we're ready.

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple exclusively in movie theaters Jan. 16, 2026.

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100+ Amazon Cyber Monday deals still live: $99 AirPods 4 with ANC, half-price Fire TV Sticks, and more

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 16:12
The best still-live Cyber Monday deals on Amazon: Best Amazon service deal Amazon Music Unlimited Free for 3 months (save $32.97) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $29.99 (save $30 with code HOLMAX30) Get Deal Best Apple deal Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) $399 (save $50) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal CMF Nothing Watch 3 Pro $79 (save $20) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K TV $847.99 (save $452) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal 3i G10+ $199.99 (save $250) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Ninja Slushi (88-ounce) $269 (save $80.99) Get Deal Best outdoor deal EcoFlow Delta 3 $377 (save $222) Get Deal Best beauty tech deal Shark FlexStyle $199 (save $150.99) Get Deal

Amazon's Cyber Monday sale may have officially wrapped up on Dec. 1, but don't put your white flag up just yet. We're now two days past the official end date, and somehow, the deals haven't totally dried up. In fact, we're still seeing record-low prices on certain Apple gadgets, Bose speakers, Fitbits, Garmin smartwatches, Hisense TVs, and GoPros. Even better, a couple of items have actually gotten even cheaper post-Cyber Monday.

SEE ALSO: Cyber Monday 2025: Live updates on deals still live from Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Walmart, and more

All of the truly good Prime add-on streaming deals have disappeared, unfortunately (you snooze, you lose on those), but you can still grab three months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free if you haven't subscribed before. (It usually costs $10.99 per month.)

The urgency is real, though: we'll monitor these deals throughout the day, but odds are they won't last much longer. For example, the amazing $99 AirPods 4 with ANC already sold out once this morning (they're back now, but we're not sure for how long). If you see something you want, now's the time to grab it.

Best Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max $29.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $30.00 Lowest price ever 🔥 (use coupon code HOLMAX30) Get Deal Why we like it

Amazon's fanciest, fastest streaming stick has WiFi 6E support and 16GB of storage for all your apps. It's also the only model that works with the Fire TV Ambient Experience ($79.99), which replicates the "Art Mode" experience offered on Samsung's The Frame and Hisense CanvasTVs; your TV turns into artwork when you're not watching anything. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max typically retails for $59.99, but you'll pay just $29.99 as of Dec. 3 if you enter the coupon code HOLMAX30 at checkout. That beats its Black Friday/Cyber Monday price by $5.

More Amazon device dealsBest Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99 at Amazon
$179 Save $80   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's current flagship wireless earbuds are Mashable Choice Award winners. They have a "new one-size-fits-most design that's surprisingly snug," according to our reviewer, and their sound quality is top-notch. The upgraded pair with noise cancellation dipped to $99 at a couple of retailers over Cyber Weekend (or 45% off), and Amazon is the only place where we're still seeing them in stock at that price. As mentioned up top, they already sold out once today at this price, so add 'em to your cart while you still can.

Apple Watch dealsMacBook dealsiPad dealsApple accessory dealsBest headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) $399 at Amazon
$449 Save $50 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

The latest Bose QC Ultras are the comfiest headphones we've ever tried, and they have better noise cancellation than other premium cans like the Apple AirPods Max and Sony WH-1000XM6. Their spatial audio feature ("Immersive Mode") also works with all stereo content, not just Dolby Atmos songs and movies. Amazon's record-low, still-live Cyber Monday price of $399 (or $50 off) applies to all of their color variants: black, driftwood sand, desert gold, midnight violet, and white. Best Buy is matching Amazon's deal in case they sell out there.

More headphone dealsEarbud dealsSpeaker dealsBest smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: CMF CMF Nothing Watch 3 Pro $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

"The CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro looks, feels, and functions like a smartwatch that costs hundreds more," our reviewer wrote. "The fitness tracking metrics are detailed, the sleep tracking dives deep, and the battery keeps it powered up for weeks." It might be too chunky for people with smaller wrists, but it's not too heavy or awkward to wear daily. It's a really good deal at its standard retail price of $99, but right now it's just $79 on Amazon — its best deal ever. That's matched on the Nothing website, which has it on sale in one extra color.

More fitness tracker and smartwatch dealsBest TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch S7N CanvasTV QLED 4K TV $847.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $452   Get Deal Why we like it

Hisense's CanvasTVs are budget-friendly alternatives to Samsung's The Frame. They have a matte display and an Art Mode that shows high-quality images of artwork when they're not playing movies or shows. The 65-inch model's Cyber Monday deal is still live on Amazon: It's yours for just $847.99, or 35% off. That isn't its lowest price ever, but it hasn't been cheaper anywhere else this Cyber Weekend. (It hasn't budged from $899.99 at Best Buy.)

43-inch TV deals65-inch TV deals75-inch TV deals85-inch TV dealsBest robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: 3i 3i G10+ $199.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $250 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable's Leah Stodart thinks the 3i G10+ is the most impressive robot vacuum under $500. "Between its ability to get around in small, cluttered spaces and its dust-compacting, space-saving design, the 3i G10+ would particularly be a great pick for apartments," she said. It also offers 18,000 Pa of suction power and a livestream pet camera, two features that are usually reserved for much pricier robovacs. Its still-live Cyber Monday price of $199.99 marks its steepest discount ever — you save 56%.

More deals on robot vacuum and mop combosDeals on robot vacuums that don't mopBest kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Slushi (88-ounce) $269 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $80.99 Lowest price ever 🔥 Get Deal Why we like it

The Ninja Slushi is a blast in any season — frozen margs in any flavor you want when it's hot, apple cider slush or gingerbread frappé when it's chilly. (Stodart loves her Slushi, and so do all of her friends.) A year after the first Slushi came out, Ninja released two larger capacity versions in a few fun colors. The 88-ounce model on sale for $269 at Amazon can make a slightly bigger batch than the original 72-ounce model, which is still on sale for $229 at Walmart.

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Emily in Paris Season 5 trailer sees Emily not in Paris

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 15:33

Emily in Paris? More like Emily in Rome, as the Season 5 trailer for Darren Star's Netflix series brings the titular heroine to a new European capital. But in the new trailer, we hear the words "Emily in Paris" at least once, so this isn't her final adieu to the City of Lights.

Lily Collins returns as American expat Emily Cooper, who has been handpicked to head up marketing agency Agence Grateau's Rome chapter by Sylvie (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu). What did France teach Emily that will ready her for her Italian life? What new culture clashes and similarities will she encounter?

Expect Venetian gondoliers, Roman Holiday-style Vespa scenes, razor sharp fashion, and the requisite fish-out-of-water phrase "Rome wasn't built in a day." They had to.

Emily in Paris is streaming on Netflix Dec. 18.

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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come trailer reveals the deadly game is back on

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 15:33

Ready or Not had horror fans roaring with Radio Silence's splashy mix of gore and goofiness. But at the end, Grace Le Domas née MacCaullay (Samara Weaving) survived the deadly game of hide and seek and took down the whole Le Domas gaming dynasty with her. A happy ending, right? Wrong.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is a sequel that shows the games have only just begun for Grace. Screenwriters Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy have re-teamed with directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and Weaving is reprising her role as Grace. Joining her in this much-anticipated sequel are Kathryn Newton, horror icon Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, Néstor Carbonell, Kevin Durand, Olivia Cheng, David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood. But what's Ready or Not 2: Here I Come all about?

Well, Grace wakes up handcuffed in a hospital gown, only to be informed that the Le Domas family's defeat has triggered a new game "against the high counsel families. Double or nothing." It's a new level of horror, with a clutch of rich and ruthless families competing to kill Grace and her estranged sister Faith (Kathryn Newton). And oh man, that countdown has us amped! There will be blood, and plenty of more eat-the-rich thrills.

The games begin this spring, when Ready or Not 2: Here I Come comes to theaters.

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Uber is launching a robotaxi service in Dallas

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 15:27

Uber is bringing robotaxis to Dallas — though don't expect them to ferry you around completely autonomously just yet.

The company partnered with Avride to launch the robotaxi service (which it actually calls "robotaxi," a term popularized by Tesla) in Dallas, covering 9 square miles of the city at launch — from Downtown to Uptown to Turtle Creek to Deep Ellum.

Uber customers will be able to access the service simply by requesting an UberX, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric ride, though they cannot specifically choose a robotaxi. Instead, they may be matched with an electric Avride robotaxi, and they'll have the option to switch to a non-robotaxi ride.

Users can, however, increase their chances of getting matched with a robotaxi by opting in to the Ride Preferences section in the Uber app's Settings.

While Uber says that Avride cars are design to operate fully autonomously, at launch there will be a driver behind the wheel, monitoring the car's behavior. Fully driverless operations will begin "in the future," said Uber.

With this move, the company joins Waymo and Tesla which already operate autonomous or semi-autonomous robotaxi services in Dallas.

SEE ALSO: Uber, Lyft face lawsuits from male drivers, claiming discrimination

Uber has previously partnered with other companies for its robotaxi service, including Lucid in the Bay Area, and Waymo in Austin and Atlanta.

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When does Spotify Wrapped start tracking for 2026? What we know.

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 14:00

Every year in December, Spotify releases Wrapped: a full wrap-up (as it were) of all of the music you listened to that year. But what dates does it actually cover?

Spotify gives users their listening data in shareable screenshots meant for social posts that show off their top genres, artists, and songs, and are given an accompanying playlist that showcases their top listens.

This year, users are getting even more, with a listening age, top albums, top audiobook genres, clips from authors and podcasters, a fan leaderboard, clubs, a listening archive, and a new interactive feature called Wrapped Party.

With all this data, you might be wondering: When does Spotify Wrapped start tracking for 2026? Well, you've come to the right place. According to the streaming giant, 2026 Wrapped won't start tracking until January — meaning users get a few weeks of music listening that won't be tied to next year's Wrapped data.

Spotify doesn't give an exact date (sad!) but Molly Holder, the senior director of product for personalization at Spotify, told Mashable at a Wrapped press presentation in 2024 that they "start at the beginning of January with all of your listening that begins right then at the beginning of the year, and it goes all the way through collecting data up until a few weeks before we launch the Wrapped product." The company confirmed a similar time period at a press event in 2025. So, rest assured, 2026's Wrapped will track from Jan. 1 to a few weeks before it drops.

That means this is a great opportunity to listen to the music you're most ashamed of. Not me, though. Nickelback's "Rockstar" is on repeat in this house with pride.

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Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here: How to get yours

Wed, 12/03/2025 - 14:00

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here. The fan favorite was released on Wednesday morning — that's Dec. 3, 2025, the exact date we expected at Mashable — setting off the annual tradition of everyone sharing their musical taste for the year.

Here are the details you need to know to get yours.

What is Spotify Wrapped?

Started in 2016, Wrapped is the annual year-end product from Spotify that details users' listening habits — things like their top songs and artists — in a shareable, presentation format. It's become an annual tradition that people love — you get to show off exactly how cool (or uncool) your taste in music is.

Last year, however, folks were pretty underwhelmed with Wrapped — leading the company to revamp the product and add lots of new features for 2025. There are all kind of new bells and whistles for Spotify users, including things like Listening Age, Wrapped Party, and a Fan leaderboard. Time will tell if the company's efforts were successful, but there are certainly lots of new things to check out.

How to get your 2025 Wrapped

Wrapped should show up when you open your Spotify app to its home page. But you can also navigate to Spotify's Wrapped hub on its website to access your personalized Wrapped for 2025.

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