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AI is becoming another tool in the project manager’s toolbox, but knowing how to use it effectively is a different matter. The Claude & ChatGPT for Project Management Bundle focuses on practical workflows with six courses and six hours of training, and it’s on sale right now for $19.99 (reg. $97).

The bundle covers project management fundamentals, as well as specific ways to use ChatGPT and Claude throughout a project’s lifecycle. You’ll learn how to create project plans, define objectives and deliverables, build timelines and milestones, and break larger projects into manageable tasks with work breakdown structures.

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A dedicated prompt engineering course also covers techniques for getting more useful responses from generative AI tools. That matters when you’re asking an AI assistant to work with project information because the quality of the output depends heavily on how the request is structured.

The training also gets into some of the less exciting parts of project management. ChatGPT and Claude can be used to help prepare meeting agendas and minutes, write status reports, organize action items, identify risks and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies. The goal is to reduce repetitive planning and documentation work while leaving the actual project decisions to the person managing the work.

Team leads can use the workflows for coordination and delegation, while consultants and operations professionals can apply them to client projects and internal processes. Professionals preparing for project management roles can also use the training to build familiarity with AI-assisted workflows that are increasingly becoming part of modern workplace tools.

This bundle focuses on two widely used AI assistants and the tasks project professionals actually handle. Instead of learning how to use ChatGPT or Claude in the abstract, you’ll work through applications tied to planning, scheduling, communication, and project delivery.

For $19.99 (reg. $97), the Claude & ChatGPT for Project Management Bundle offers six hours of focused training for anyone looking to bring AI into their project workflow without spending hours figuring out where to start.

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The stray SpaceX rocket that crashed into the moon about two weeks ago created a fresh crater wider than an NBA basketball court and up to 10 feet deep, NASA says. 

The measurements come from the space agency's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, which circles the moon from pole to pole every two hours. But getting images and data of the impact, which happened on Aug. 5, took six days because the spacecraft had to wait for the hole to slowly rotate back into view as the lunar surface turned beneath it.

NASA wanted these images to hone its ability to pinpoint fast-moving objects that slam into the moon — a dress rehearsal that could help protect future astronaut crews by improving how quickly and accurately it can track impact risks.

SEE ALSO: Bright planets can blind the Webb telescope. A fix is coming.

The rocket made moonfall near Einstein Crater, close to the boundary between the lunar near and far sides.

Getting the images was a bit of a threading-the-needle exercise. Engineers tilted the orbiter so its camera pointed at the predicted zone each time it passed overhead, while the spacecraft raced along at about a mile per second. 

"If the camera snapped even 10 seconds too early or too late, the target would drift off-center by 10 miles," according to the agency. 

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The roughly four-ton Falcon 9 upper stage hit the moon after spending more than a year wandering through space. The crash wasn't planned — shifts in solar activity and gravity slowly nudged the empty rocket onto a lunar collision path.

The rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral in Jan. 2025 with two commercial lunar landers: Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost and ispace's Resilience. After it released both spacecraft, the used booster stayed in space as intended instead of heading back to Earth. Blue Ghost went on to make a successful lunar landing, a first for a privately built spacecraft, while Resilience crashed during its own landing attempt.

In a statement earlier this month, SpaceX said the collision wasn't intentional and that the company works "to be as responsible as possible with hardware left in space to ensure space safety."

The new NASA photos show the crater under different lighting conditions as the sun's position changed from one orbit to the next. In some shots, the crater rim stands out sharply, letting scientists measure its 60-foot width. Based on the length of the crater's shadow, scientists could also estimate its depth.  

The orbiter took images of the crater from different angles, showing older, darker, weathered surface material and brighter debris blasted up from deeper underground around it. Credit: NASA Goddard / Intuitive Machines

The images also reveal a mix of bright and dark streaks fanning out from the hole. The darker rays are made of older, "weathered" lunar dust and rocks that space radiation and tiny meteorites have altered over time. The collision dug this material up from just over a foot below the surface. The brighter rays closer to the rim come from more pristine material blasted out from deeper underground.

NASA didn't find the crash site on its own, and it wasn't the first orbiter to get shots of it. Independent astronomers used public data to trace the rocket's path. Then, NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies, which tracks objects that could pose a risk to Earth, refined the predicted impact zone. 

The NASA center passed the information along to South Korea's Danuri orbiter team, which released its orbiter images on Aug. 6. The South Korean scientists sent the precise coordinates back to NASA so that it could home in on the rocket's final resting place.

The latest macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta is here and the big news isn't a software update or a new Mac feature — it's references made to new yet-to-be-announced Apple products.

Earlier today, Mashable covered the biggest highlight the internet is buzzing about: A video demo in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta that appears to show a user demonstrating how new AirPods with cameras will work.

However, AirPods with cameras aren't the only unreleased Apple products alluded to in the new macOS beta release. In fact, there is a slew of new Apple products mentioned throughout the beta. 

SEE ALSO: Apple Siri AI settlement: When eligible iPhone users can receive up to $95

Unlike the AirPods with cameras video, most of these unreleased product mentions are just references to codenames but they still give a good idea of what's to come, possibly as soon as Apple's big iPhone event in September.

Sticking with Apple headphones, the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta references what appear to be a fourth-generation AirPods Pro. Along with AirPods Pro 4 are references to codenames which could refer to two upcoming Beats headphones. And there may be more than one model of AirPods with cameras too. The macOS Beta references two separate codenames attached with camera AirPods projects.

With the annual iPhone event just weeks away, it should come as no surprise that there are references to the upcoming new line of Apple smartphones. And the codenames here all match up with the ones previously uncovered in the iOS 27 beta 5 system files. The referenced iPhones here include the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, the long-rumored foldable iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 base model, and iPhone Air 2.

Also found in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta are references to an assortment of Apple home products. Codenames mentioned in the macOS beta have been linked to different versions of Apple's new Home Hub as well as "Pebble," the homeOS operating system that runs on the Home Hub device. There are also codenames connected to the new HopePod mini, a potential Apple home security device, and a rumored "tabletop robot" product. 

Codenames linked to a new Apple TV remote, two new (possibly water resistant) iPad mini devices, and a new Vision Pro headset are references in the macOS beta too.

Of course, the whole reason we're talking about these upcoming Apple products right now is thanks to the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta, so it seems fitting that there would be some unreleased Mac-related mentions. The macOS beta references codenames for two new iMac Models. There's also references to four new MacBook Pro models, which could possibly be the higher-end OLED MacBook Pros that Apple is reportedly working on. Finally, there's a reference to a codename that seems to be a new entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro that will be powered by Apple's upcoming M6 chip.

It should be noted that the products that have been mentioned here have all been previously tied to codenames references in the macOS beta. There are dozens more codenames mentioned in this new beta that reference unknown new Apple products as well. 

We'll have to see what Apple has up its sleeve, starting with the iPhone event in September.

If you're looking forward to your Siri AI settlement check of up to $95 from Apple, it looks like you'll be waiting a little while longer.

Apple's settlement in the Siri AI-related class action lawsuit received preliminary approval last month. According to a new court document, the final approval hearing is now scheduled for February 24, 2027. That's actually seven months earlier than the previous date of September 29, 2027, but payments still won't arrive anytime soon. Once the court approves the settlement at that hearing, payments typically take a few months to reach consumers — specifically, until any appeals are resolved and eligible claims are processed.

SEE ALSO: Siri AI beta available now: 7 things to try

In 2024, Apple heavily promoted its new Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized, AI-powered version of Siri. However, those Siri features were apparently not ready for release and Apple delayed them. Multiple class action lawsuits were filed against Apple alleging that the company promoted these AI features as a major reason to buy the new iPhone. These lawsuits were eventually combined into a single class action lawsuit.

In May 2026, Apple reached a $250 million settlement while admitting no wrongdoing.

According to the agreement, qualified consumers will receive anywhere from approx. $25 to $95 dollars, although that amount could rise or fall depending on the number of claims and other factors.

To qualify, a consumer must have purchased an iPhone 16, iPhone 16e, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025. 

SEE ALSO: The New Siri AI Is Great if You Do These Things First

As of now, the settlement's claims website has not gone live, so there is nothing eligible consumers need to do yet. Potential class members are expected to receive instructions by email or mail once claims open.

Apple finally unveiled Siri AI at this year's WWDC, and the revamped assistant is currently being tested in iOS 27 betas. Apple says it will will finally become more broadly available as a beta later this year. However, those delays turned out to be costly for Apple.

NFL fans noticed something unusual at training camp this year: The quarterbacks were doing an awful lot of canoodling.

Within days of one another, cameras captured Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert getting cozy with fiancée and singer Madison Beer, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow sitting on the field with rumored girlfriend and model Olivia Ponton, and New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart sharing a "quiet moment" with girlfriend and influencer Marissa Ayers.

"Wtf is going on?" one X user asked. "Why are all these QBs hanging out with their girlfriends at practice? Or if this always happened then why is it just now always making the broadcast?"

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As it turns out, the pattern was not entirely a coincidence.

The viral moments are part of a larger content campaign designed to reach women and younger viewers, a source close to the NFL told Front Office Sports. The push falls under the league’s "helmets-off" strategy, which focuses on players’ personalities and personal lives rather than only what happens on the field.

"Whether it’s training camp, weekly practice or a major event like the Super Bowl, we look for authentic opportunities to highlight our players and the people who are part of their journey," Ian Trombetta, the NFL’s senior vice president of social and influencer marketing, told FOS. "The content is authentic, genuine and relatable, and that’s resonated strongly with women and young fans, who are key growth audiences for the NFL."

SEE ALSO: How to watch NFL preseason games: Streaming guide

To be clear, the highlighting of players' relationships does not necessarily mean the affection itself was staged. The Chargers told FOS that the team had not planned any formal content around Beer specifically. What was coordinated was the league’s decision to place more of these relationships in front of viewers.

The business case is fairly obvious: Beer, Ponton, and Ayers collectively have more than 70 million followers across Instagram and TikTok, compared with the NFL’s combined 53 million. When the league reposted Beer and Herbert’s engagement photos, the Instagram post received more than 500,000 likes — roughly 10 times the engagement of an average NFL post. Women follow these women, and the NFL wants to capitalize on that interest.

The internet, however, had one small note for the league: Women can also just like football.

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The criticism is not necessarily that women dislike celebrity relationships, fashion, or gossip. Plenty of people clearly enjoy the content, and a relationship can absolutely be the reason someone first becomes curious about a sport. Research cited by FOS found that 49 percent of Gen Z fans have become interested in a sport or athlete because of viral content or something outside the game, including an athlete’s relationship.

The problem is presenting WAG content — an acronym for "wives and girlfriends" — as the content for women. Women are already a massive part of the NFL audience: A poll published last year found that 41 percent of American women considered themselves NFL fans.

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The financial incentive to keep that audience growing is enormous. The NFL generates an estimated $2.75 billion in retail sales from licensed consumer products each year, and attracting more women opens up new merchandise categories, brand partnerships, ticket buyers, and viewers whom advertisers want to reach. As one licensing expert told Front Office Sports, adding a demographic with disposable income gives the league "another gold mine to tap into."

Taylor Swift, of course, demonstrated how quickly attention surrounding a relationship can turn into business. Apex Marketing Group estimated that Swift generated nearly $1 billion in equivalent brand value for the NFL after she began dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce — a phenomenon known as the "Swift Effect." Seen from that perspective, the league’s WAG strategy is not difficult to understand. But amplifying other football couples does not guarantee that the NFL can recreate "the pop culture moment that Taylor and Travis had," as one X user put it.

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Beer, Ponton, and Ayers bring tens of millions of their own followers, many of whom fall within the exact young female demographic the NFL wants to convert into regular viewers and consumers. If even a fraction begin watching games, buying jerseys, or following teams because of them, the campaign becomes very valuable.

The online backlash suggests the problem is not the NFL's commercial logic though, but the limited way it is applying it. Rather than investing primarily in better merchandise, women's perspectives on the sport, female creators, or access that treats women as knowledgeable fans, it risks falling back on the assumption that women need a romance plot to care about football at all.

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As Awful Announcing put it: "Remember when the NFL just made everything pink and called it a day for women? This is somehow even lazier."

Here's a piece of advice, from a life-long Pittsburgh Steelers fan: If the league truly wants to convert women into lifelong fans — and customers — it may need to offer them more than quarterbacks with girlfriends. Some of them, (breaking news!), are also interested in football.

Nobody online wants to be polyester right now.

That is not a compliment.

According to the Gen-Z lexicon, something "polyester" is a way of saying it feels cheap, mass-produced, low-effort, or inauthentic. It might look polished at first glance, but underneath the sheen, something about it feels artificial.

A generic influencer brand can be polyester. An overly polished video can be polyester. So can your relationship.

The insult draws on the fabric’s increasingly poor online reputation. Polyester is a synthetic fiber made from plastic, and younger shoppers have spent years complaining about finding it in expensive clothing, purging it from their closets, and searching for cotton, wool, and other natural materials instead.

Polyester is not necessarily low-quality — different versions of the material have legitimate uses, including in performance clothing — but online fashion discourse often treats the word as shorthand for the cheap, shiny fabric associated with fast fashion. That made it particularly effective as an insult for anything that looks manufactured or disposable.

Where did the polyester meme come from?

Before people had polyester lifestyles, TikTok had "polyester edits." The term emerged around a style of aggressively edited fan video featuring characters such as Spider-Man and Iron Man. The videos layer poses over rapidly flashing footage, usually accompanied by metallic music and enough visual effects to make CapCut beg for mercy.

According to Know Your Meme, examples of the editing style appeared as early as October 2025. A pretty chaotic Spider-Man edit posted the following month later resurfaced and went viral in the summer of 2026. Viewers began calling videos in the format "polyester edits" to suggest they were flashy but cheaply made.

The insult quickly escaped editing circles. Streamers and influencers selling 100 percent polyester merchandise have been mocked for it, with LowTierGod earning the nickname "the Polyester Prince." Creators have also parodied the stereotypical polyester wearer by assembling loud, all-over-print outfits involving galaxy pants, wolf shirts, and other relics of a deeply synthetic era.

From there, “polyester” became less about what something was made from and more about its overall spiritual composition.

The internet has a lot of ways to call you fake

The term joins a growing collection of online insults for anything perceived as fake, generic, or painfully uncool. Someone adopting an identity for attention might be accused of "larping." A man carrying a tote bag and reading Joan Didion exclusively to impress women is "performative." A celebrity whose success feels suspiciously manufactured is an "industry plant," while a person with no original thoughts or tastes might be dismissed as an "NPC."

But wait, there's more! "Slop," the internet’s preferred term for low-quality content churned out in bulk, especially with AI. Calling someone the "Temu version" of another person makes them a cheaply produced imitation, while "corny" remains the remarkably durable verdict for anyone visibly trying too hard. "Cheugy," a personal favorite, similarly targets tastes that felt dated and overly curated, although using it now may itself be considered cheugy.

"Polyester" overlaps with all of them while adding a judgment about quality. Something can be genuine and still be polyester if it feels tacky, disposable, or assembled from whatever happens to be trending. It is "slop" with a fabric-composition label — or "Temu" without naming the store.

That makes it a useful insult for an internet increasingly filled with AI-generated posts, deepfakes, dropshipped products, and lifestyles seemingly designed by an algorithm. Of course, the more people use "polyester" to describe everything they dislike, the cheaper and more generic the insult itself will become.

Which would be extremely polyester.

The NFL's regular season is fast approaching, which is good news for fans and bad news for fans' spouses. It also means fantasy football season is gearing up, with drafts happening every day until the league kicks off on Sept. 9.

SEE ALSO: How to watch the Champions League online for free

Not every fantasy football platform requires a buy-in. For managers who just want to draft, talk trash with friends, and manage a roster without any money on the line, several major platforms remain free to use. Each of these platforms lets you build a full season-long league without spending a dime — the differences mostly come down to interface preference, customization depth, and how social you want the experience to be.

Here's a rundown of five options worth considering for the 2026 season.

ESPN Fantasy Football

ESPN remains one of the most widely used fantasy platforms, and it costs nothing to create or join a league.

The app lets commissioners set up custom scoring and rules, and its recent interface overhaul has made managing a roster from a phone considerably easier. It's a solid default for casual leagues among coworkers or friends. It's also added a new "Knockout" League, a Survivor-style fantasy challenge in which the lowest-scoring team each week is eliminated until one team is left standing.

Yahoo! Fantasy Football

One of the OG's of internet-based fantasy sports, Yahoo's fantasy app has been around since 2008 and continues to draw a loyal user base. (My Gen X parents still use Yahoo for their fantasy league). Leagues are free to create, and the platform supports several formats beyond standard season-long play, including Survival and Pick'em modes.

Deep customization options make it popular with groups that have played together for years and want specific league settings.

Sleeper

Sleeper has become a go-to option for newer leagues. Particularly in the dynasty and social league space.

Creating and joining a league costs nothing, and the app's chat and notification features are designed to keep a league engaged throughout the year, not just on game day.

NFL Fantasy Football

The NFL's own fantasy app is free and doesn't involve prize money or paid contests, making it a straightforward option for fans who want to play without any financial stakes attached.

It includes mock drafts, league-creation tools, and player-comparison features, along with behind-the-scenes content tied to real games.

CBS Sports Fantasy Football

CBS Sports offers a free, all-around season-long platform that has traditionally appealed to larger, deeper leagues. While it doesn't have the same market share as ESPN or Yahoo, it remains a reliable, no-cost option for commissioners seeking an alternative.

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SAVE $400.99: As of August 18, get the Ecovacs Deebot X11 Omnicyclone Robot Vacuum and Mop for $699 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099.99. That's a discount of 36%.

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If you're tired of constantly vacuuming and mopping up around your home, it might be time to let a robot vacuum handle all of that. Robot vacuums are a great way to save time and money, and you can do both with the right model. We've found one on sale that you can scoop up for a significant discount, and it can handle just about any task you throw at it.

As of August 18, get the Ecovacs Deebot X11 Omnicyclone Robot Vacuum and Mop for $699 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,099.99. That's $400.99 off and a discount of 36%.

SEE ALSO: The best budget robot vacuums to buy in 2026, expert tested at home

This heavy-duty robot vacuum and mop is ready to jump in and tackle any mess. Its Ozmo Roller 2.0 with TruEdge 3.0 cleaning system and nylon roller is all about scrubbing strength with 50% better edge versus the previous model. It can handle cleaning around walls and corners without breaking a sweat, so to speak. Plus, it uses 19,500Pa suction and a 100W motor to really get into the ground-in dirt and debris.

Anti-tangle brushes help you cut through pet fur and tangled human hair so that you don't get stuck in a certain spot. And when it's time to switch over to the mop, it can lift its own roller mop and carpets and raise brushes so that it doesn't unnecessarily get parts of your floor and carpet wet. All this, plus it can empty on its own and charge itself, so you really don't have to worry about anything it's doing except when it's scheduled to run.

If you're ready to let a robot tackle tidying up at home, this one is an excellent choice, ad it's on sale right now. It's time to give up the ghost and have robots step in for you.

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A new pair of headphones can feel like a hack for a fresh start. Strolling down the street or hopping onto the train with headphones or earbuds that sound way better than your previous pair offers a brand new take on the world. If you'll be traveling soon, a solid pair of noise-cancelling headphones is practically as important as the airplane ticket itself.

For years now, Beats has made excellent headphones. The lineup today features comfortable headphones for wearing all day, earbuds that stay put during workouts, and options that come in at affordable prices.

If you're thinking a new pair of headphones or earbuds is on the must-buy list during back-to-school season, Amazon has a handful of excellent Beats deals. Check out our favorites.

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The Beats Studio Pro won the honor of being named Mashable's favorite Beats headphones. Considering we awarded them this accolade when they were at full price of $350 means we love them even more when they're on sale for $170. They excel in ANC and have great sound quality, not to mention they get up to 40 hours of battery life or 24 hours with ANC turned on.

Mashable Tech Reporter Alex Perry reviewed the Beats Studio Pro and praised sound and performance. "The active noise cancelation is tremendous. My loud window air conditioner unit just a few feet away might as well not exist when I wear these babies," he wrote.

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If you prefer the compact nature of earbuds over headphones, the Amazon has the Beats Fit Pro on sale for $129.99, down from the normal price of $199.95.

When the Apple launched the Beats Fit Pro in the fall of 2021, Mashable Tech Reporter Alex Perry wrote, "Apple may not put its name directly on any Beats products, but the Beats Fit Pro are so much better than the new AirPods that maybe they should start doing that."

Perry found the Beats Fit Pro to unironically fit incredible well, never feeling like they were going to fall out. After wearing them for six hours straight, he had no complaints about the comfort.

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Mashable's favorite earbuds for working out are the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. Alex Bracetti reviewed the Powerbeats for six months, noting that the excellent fit, heart-rate monitoring, and long battery life are major highlights. According to Bracetti, the fit is excellent for workouts that see plenty of movement. "The Powerbeats Pro 2 perfect wireless audio athleticism. It starts with the signature ear hooks," he explained. "These are ideal for all workouts, especially running. I always use them when jogging fast-paced on the streets and treadmill. They wrap gently around the ear and lock on for a secure and stable fit that never slips out."

Getting 10 hours of playtime per charge and up to 45 hours with the included charging case, the Powerbeats Pro 2 are ready for fall workout routines.

SAVE $320: As of August 18, get the Bose Smart Ultra Dolby Atmos Soundbar for $679 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $999. That's a discount of 32%.

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If you watch a lot of movies or TV, you know the regular sound from your standard TV can be a bit lacking. A soundbar can punch it up considerably, so you need the right setup to get the best audio out of your media. If you need one to facilitate that, this deal at Amazon can help you get started without breaking the bank.

As of August 18, get the Bose Smart Ultra Dolby Atmos Soundbar for $679 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $999. That's $320 off and a discount of 32%.

SEE ALSO: The best soundbars for upgrading your home entertainment

This soundbar covers a lot of ground. Not only does it offer great audio, but it can work as a Bluetooth speaker and surround system addition to your setup. It uses Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace technology to help separate sounds to place them in different parts of your room. That makes it sound as though you're right in the middle of what's going on on-screen.

It uses AI Dialogue Mode to help balance voice and music so you can actually hear what's going on clearly as well. If you're looking to hear the explosions and chatter of each scene, you'll appreciate the surround sound setup, too. There are six transducers and two custom-engineered upward-firing speakers as well, meant to fill your entire space.

If you're ready to improve your home audio tenfold with additional bass and clarity, this soundbar will be a welcome addition to your setup. And the best part is, you won't have to drain your savings to make it happen. Just be sure to get yours while it's still discounted.

"If you’re racist or anti-immigrant, then you shouldn’t watch the World Cup." "Grudges are as vital to success as friendships." "Reporters should be able to play the sport they're reporting on." "Restaurants gotta stop singing 'Happy Birthday' to adults." "Leaf blowers should be eradicated."

Kareem Rahma's Subway Takes keeps our feeds brimming with steaming hot perspectives, and the latest episode of his wildly popular web series won't leave my consciousness.

In a video posted on Monday, the journalist interviews musician Lucy Dacus on a boat off Rhode Island during Newport Folk Fest, asking for her hottest take.

Her answer? "Birds shouldn't walk."

Reader, I started. As a Londoner who constantly apologises to walking pigeons getting off the tube, my eyebrows ascended in distant concurrence. However, Rahma instantly disagrees.

"On what grounds?" asks Dacus. "On the ground!" responds the host.

"If I’m on a sidewalk and I’m getting out of the way of a bird, that's so f*cking rude," says Dacus. "Get up there. They have the whole thing. There's not even traffic."

SEE ALSO: Kareem Rahma's 'Subway Takes' is a challenge to late-night talk shows

The pair then have a frank conversation about whether all birds are weird (yes), and whether birds' legs are actually real or just small sticks (maybe). Curious about the science behind birds walking and whether their legs are, in fact, tiny sticks (remains a mystery), I had a small peruse online for answers.

Turns out, the Natural History Museum in London reckons, that we can trace bird-walking styles back to dinosaur fossils. According to the BBC's Science Focus, birds that live in trees and hop around on branches "have evolved legs and feet that hop efficiently, so it makes sense to keep this up even when they are foraging on the ground." New Zealand Geographic explains the amount of energy a bird uses while flying depends on the type of bird, so swimming might use less energy than flying for aquatic birds. Academic studies show that the amount of energy birds use during flight is "dominated by changes to their mass and airspeed."

Now we know, I guess!

And sure, Dacus appreciates that "maybe flying expends more energy than walking," but she's still not having any of it.

"Are you trying to convince us that you're like, one of the people? That you're humble? Get up there." she says.

As someone who will definitely be interrupted by a bird on my commute home, and will apologise profusely to them like I've offended their mother, I agree.

From YouTubers and TikTok stars to streamers and podcasters, Mashable talks to creators about how they built their platforms, the gear they swear by, and the trends they see coming next. Read more of our creator coverage or see more of this year’s Mashable 101 to discover the internet's most exciting voices. 

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The smartwatch market is overwhelmingly crowded, but Garmin remains in a category of its own. I've personally been sporting a Garmin smartwatch (the Venu, if you're curious) for six years and continue to sing its praises. If you're in the market for a high-performance smartwatch built to last, I highly recommend going with Garmin — especially when you can find one on sale.

While the Apple Watch may sync with your Apple gadgets seamlessly and serve as a mini phone on your wrist, Garmin shines when it comes with health and fitness tracking, as well as ultra-long battery life. This makes them especially great picks for athletes of all kinds.

A few Garmin smartwatches are on sale for up to 35% off, some at or close to their lowest price ever. In other words, if you're seeking a new smartwatch that can accompany you on your health and fitness journey for years to come, it's a great time to grab a Garmin. I've rounded up my top picks below.

Best Garmin smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Venu 3S $294 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $155.99   Get Deal Why we like it

The Venu 3S is a great all-rounder, with an abundance of health metrics and fitness tools (over 30 preloaded sports apps), in-depth recovery advice, detailed sleep data, and a built-in speaker and microphone for hands-free calls and virtual assistant access. It's incredibly sleek and comes in two sizes; the 3S is about .2 inches smaller in diameter (41mm versus 45mm). Like every Garmin watch, the battery life puts other smartwatches to shame. The 3S will last you about 10 days in smartwatch mode, while the 3 will last up to 14. While it comes in a variety of colorways, the French Gray and Sage Gray options offer the biggest discount at just $294 (reg. $449.99). Every other option in both sizes is also on sale for just a few more bucks — $299.99. Whichever you pick, you'll be getting the best price ever on this smartwatch.

Best Garmin smartwatch deal for runners Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 265S $349.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

While the Venu 3 is a great all-rounder, the Forerunner 265 is designed specifically for runners. Whether you're training for an upcoming marathon or just trying to improve your daily run times, the Forerunner 265 will assist you with all the data you could ever want. You'll get a morning report with recovery and training outlooks for the day, a training readiness score, personalized workouts, training tips, race performance stats, course details, and more. After each run, you'll also be able to zero in on things like cadence, stride length, ground contact time, and HRV. The Forerunner 265 will last you up to 15 days in smartwatch mode and 24 hours in GPS mode. Snag it on sale for just $349.99 as of Aug. 18. That's $100 off its list price and about $50 shy of its lowest cost ever.

Best multisport Garmin smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Instinct 3 (45mm, AMOLED) $299.99 at Amazon
$449.99 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

The Garmin Instinct 3 is a rugged smartwatch that can handle just about anything. You can choose from an AMOLED, Tactical, Solar, or Tactical AMOLED display — most of which are on sale — depending on your preferences. The Instinct 3 is incredibly tough, built with a 45mm fiber-reinforced polymer case and metal-reinforced bezel, and even has a built-in LED flashlight with variable intensities for visibility. It packs a 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter and multi-band GPS with SatIQ technology for the ultimate navigation. And, of course, you'll also get all of Garmin's detailed health and fitness features, as well as an insane battery life of up to 18 days. The AMOLED version is typically $449.99, but as of Aug. 18, it's down to only $299.99 at Amazon. That's just $50 away from its best price ever.

More Garmin watch deals

• Garmin Vivoactive 5 — $189.99 $299.99 (save $110)

• Garmin Forerunner 165 Music — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)

• Garmin Forerunner 965 — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Instinct Crossover — $549.99 $649.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $799.99 (save $200)

• Garmin fenix 8 (AMOLED) — $749.99 $999.99 (save $250)

• Garmin quatix 8 Marine — $1,049.99 $1,299.99 (save $250)

SAVE $401.99: The 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV is on sale for $998, down from the normal price of $1,399.99. That's a 29% discount and the lowest we've seen at Amazon.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV $998 at Amazon
$1,399.99 Save $401.99   Get Deal

It's time to prepare for fall shows and gaming in the warmth of the indoors while the chill sets in outside. Both of those classic fall activities require a worthy TV. If you don't feel like your current TV is ready to see the finite details of the new Great British Baking Show season, it's time for an upgrade, and this Sony model has never been cheaper.

As of Aug. 18, the 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV is on sale for $998, marked down from the normal price of $1,399.99. That's a huge 29% discount that takes $401.99 off the price. It's the best price we've seen at Amazon.

A moderate 48-inch TV is perfect for the bedroom, a studio, or a smaller living room. But just because it's not a giant model doesn't mean it has to skimp on quality or features. Sony makes some of the best TVs, and the OLED display puts you in line for exceptional contrast, brightness, and clarity.

SEE ALSO: Best Buy is turning 60: Celebrate with massive weeklong deals on iPads, laptops, and TVs

In addition to being great for streaming your favorite shows, Sony considers this TV to be great for gaming, in part thanks to the Sony Cognitive Processor XR. With input lag as low as 8.5 milliseconds, the Bravia XR has special features for the PlayStation 5.

There's also the modern slim design and built-in Google TV for keeping your favorite streaming apps well organized.

Since we've never seen a price this low for the 48-inch Sony Bravia A90K OLED TV, consider this a great time to make the upgrade before fall TV season hits.

TL;DR: The new Motorola Razr+ is available for free with T-Mobile. To qualify for this promotion, simply activate a new line on an Experience Beyond plan.

Opens in a new window Credit: Motorola Motorola Razr+ Free when you activate a new line on an Experience Beyond plan. Shop Now

It has been an exceptionally busy few weeks in the world of mobiles. First, we had Samsung Unpacked, where we got announcements on the latest foldables, smartwatches, and even smart glasses. Then, before we had the chance to catch our breathe, Google dropped its own range of new devices.

It's easy to forget that Motorola launched some of the most impressive foldables on the market just a few months ago. These smartphones aren't outdated. They are still leading the way.

And better yet, you can get the new Motorola Razr+ for free right now with T-Mobile. To claim, simply activate a new line on its Experience Beyond plan. The total cost is covered via 36 monthly bill credits. If you cancel or switch carriers before the two-year mark, you’ll owe the remaining balance on the phone’s full retail price.

The key point here is that no trade-in is required for this limited-time promotion. You will need to pay taxes and a one-time $35 connection charge, but that's a small price to pay for a "damn fine phone."

Score the new Motorola Razr+ for free with T-Mobile.

SAVE $49.01: As of August 18, get the DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo for $419.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $469. That's a discount of 10%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo $419.99 at Amazon
$469 Save $49.01   Get Deal

If you're the type of person who likes to take photos on the go wherever you are, a wearable camera is a great idea. DJI, ever reliable for creating accessories that content creators (and everyone else) will love, has a fantastic (and super small) option for this very use case, and it's on sale right now.

As of August 18, get the DJI Osmo Nano On-the-Go Combo for $419.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $469. That's $49.01 off and a discount of 10%.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Air 3S is down to its best-ever price at Amazon — act fast to save $160

This kit comes with the DJI Osmo Nano, a tiny camera that you can wear on your body, as well as an assortment of accessories. It captures photo and video with a 1/1.3" sensor that can let in additional light for crisper, brighter shots. It works great as a 4K POV camera or vlogging option if you prefer, and it can take excellent footage of all the action you get up to. Record in 4K and 60fps with a 143-degree view so you can get everything that's going on on-screen.

Not only do you get the tiny camera that you can sling around your neck to toss on and go, but everything you need to create the best content possible: a mini extension rod, charging cable, a dock, magnetic hat clip, magnetic lanyard, protective case, and a magnetic ball-joint adapter mount.

With 128GB of built-in storage and expandable memory, you've got space to snap and record all you need to. And thanks to its 200-minute extended battery life with fast charging, you won't be sitting and waiting to get back into the action.

Whether you're wanting to snap some footage of sports or your next walk, this camera can help make the experience much more pleasant (and more feasible than holding a camera the whole time). Be sure to grab it now while it's on sale for less.

Shop the best deals of Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale: Best Apple deal Apple iPhone Air (256GB, Unlocked) $839.99 (save $160) Get Deal Best laptop deal ASUS Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $598.99 (save $501) Get Deal Best robot vacuum Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop $349.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best headphones deal Beats Studio Pro $169 (save $180) Get Deal

Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale has officially kicked off, which is great news for anyone who's missed out on the loads of tech deals we've seen so far this summer. The sale runs through Sunday, Aug. 23, both online and in stores, so there's plenty of time to browse and add the best deals to your cart.

According to Best Buy, you can expect even more deals to drop this weekend. The discounts we've seen so far are pretty darn good, including RGB and OLED TVs, Apple gadgets, and Windows laptops. We've done a little digging and gathered up some of our favorite deals so far, but check back later this week if you don't see what you're looking for just yet. The 60th Anniversary Sale has only just begun. Go nuts.

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPhone Air (256GB, Unlocked) $839.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $160   Get Deal Why we like it

It's not every day that you can score a discount on an iPhone with no strings attached. But during Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale, you can nab an unlocked iPhone Air with any storage capacity for $160 off. That means you can bring it to any provider without having to navigate a trade-in. Mashable's reviewer called the iPhone Air the "sexiest iPhone" he's ever tested. It's incredibly thin and light, has a gorgeous OLED display, and its camera performs better than you'd expect. It may not be the phone for everyone, but it's the iPhone with the best value.

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AirPods

• AirPods 4 without ANC — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)

• AirPods 4 with ANC — $149.99 $179.99 (save $30)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $189.99 $249.99 (save $60)

• AirPods Max — $429 $549 (save $120)

Airtags

• Apple AirTag, 4-pack (2nd gen) — $89 $99 (save $10)

iPads

• Apple A16 iPad, 11-inch (WiFi, 128GB) — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Apple M4 iPad Air, 11-inch (WiFi, 256GB) — $749 $849 (save $100)

• Apple M5 iPad Pro, 13-inch (WiFi, 512GB) — $1,599 $1,699 (save $100)

iPhones

• Apple iPhone 16e (128GB, unlocked) — $489.99 $599.99 (save $110)

• Apple iPhone Air (512GB, unlocked) — $1,039.99 $1,199.99 (save $160)

• Apple iPhone Air (1TB, unlocked) — $1,239.99 $1,399.99 (save $160)

MacBooks

• Get a free $25 Starbucks gift card with purchase of Apple MacBook Neo — starting at $699

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,499 $1,599 (save $100)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,849 $1,999 (save $150)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 48GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $2,499 $2,899 (save $400)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,999 $3,399 (save $400)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $3,399 $3,899 (save $500)

Best TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV $598.99 at Best Buy
$1,099.99 Save $501   Get Deal Why we like it

We can't stop raving about the Hisense U6 Pro. We named it our favorite budget TV of 2026, as it lands perfectly in the sweet spot of performance and value. And during Best Buy's Anniversary Sale, it's even more of a steal; the 65-inch model is down to a record-low $598.99. That's cheaper than it was on Prime Day. While it's not an OLED display, it does offer an impressive full-array local dimming setup, vibrant quantum-dot color, and deep black levels, an anti-glare coating for minimal reflections, and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. It also packs a native 144Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and two HDMI 2.1 ports for gamers. Every size is currently discounted, but the 65-inch model is what we'd recommend for most people.

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60-inch and under

• Hisense 58-inch QD50 Hi-QLED 4K TV — $189.99 $399.99 (save $210)

• Insignia 55-inch F50 LED 4K TV — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• Hisense 43-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV — $209.99 $299.99 (save $90)

• Samsung 55-inch M70H Mini LED 4K TV — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100)

• LG 55-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220)

• Hisense 55-inch S7 Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $799.99 $1,499.99 (save $700)

• Hisense 55-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,499.99 (save $500)

• Sony 55-inch Bravia 7 II RGB 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,099.99 (save $600)

65-inch TVs

• LG 65-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $479.99 $699.99 (save $220)

• TCL 65-inch QM6K QD-Mini LED 4K TV — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)

• Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $800.99 $1,299.99 (save $499)

• Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $899.99 $1,499.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD-Mini LED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• Hisense 65-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $1,999.99 (save $500)

• LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,699.99 (save $1,200)

• LG 65-inch B6 OLED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $1,999.99 (save $300)

• Samsung 65-inch S85H OLED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $1,999.99 (save $300)

• LG 65-inch C6 OLED 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,699.99 (save $900)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia 7 II RGB 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,599.99 (save $800)

75-inch to 77-inch TVs

• Samsung 75-inch U7900 LED 4K TV — $399.99 $649.99 (save $250)

• LG 75-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

• Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $1,999.99 (save $800)

• TCL 75-inch QM7L SQD-Mini LED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,999.99 (save $700)

• LG 77-inch B5 OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $2,999.99 (save $1,600)

• Hisense 75-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,899.99 $2,499.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 77-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $3,499.99 (save $1,500)

• LG 77-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,899.99 $3,699.99 (save $1,800)

• Samsung 75-inch R85H Micro RGB 4K TV — $1,999.99 $2,799.99 (save $800)

85-inch TVs

• Insignia 85-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $599.99 $899.99 (save $300)

• Insignia 85-inch QF QLED 4K TV — $659.99 $1,099.99 (save $440)

• Hisense 85-inch UR9 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $3,999.99 $4,499.99 (save $500)

Best laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS Zenbook A14 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,349.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable's laptop expert named the ASUS Zenbook A14 the "best Windows laptop for most people" in 2026 for a few reasons. It's ultraportable, packs an amazing battery life of over 27 hours(!), a stunning OLED display, a lightweight build, and impressive performance that rivals the MacBook Air. While the 2026 version got a price bump, this discount at Best Buy knocks it back down below $1,000.

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• HP 14-inch Laptop (Intel N150, 4GB RAM, 128GB UFS) — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• HP Omnibook 3 16 (AMD Ryzen 5 40, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $399.99 $779.99 (save $380)

• Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i (Intel Core i5-1335U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $499.99 $899.99 (save $400)

• HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 (Intel Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $749.99 $1,199.99 (save $450)

• Microsoft Surface Pro, 12-inch (Snapdragon X Plus, 8GB RAM, 256GB UFS) — $749.99 $849.99 (save $100)

• Acer Swift Go 16 (Intel Core Ultra 7 355, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,199.99 $1,549.99 (save $350)

• Microsoft Surface Laptop 13 (Snapdragon X2 Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• ASUS ROG Flow Z13 (AMD Ryzen AI Max+, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,099.99 $2,999.99 (save $900)

Best robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop $349.99 at Best Buy
$699.99 Save $350   Get Deal Why we like it

This robot vacuum combines powerful vacuuming with sonic mopping, so it can clean carpets and hard floors in a single run. Its Matrix Clean technology makes multiple passes over dirt and debris, and the CleanEdge Detect targets dust and hair around corners and edges. It also features a self-cleaning brushroll, HEPA filtration, and a bagless self-emptying base that can hold up to 60 days of dirt. And right now at Best Buy, it has a whopping $350 off the list price.

More robot vacuum deals

• Roborock Q10 Series — $299.99 $399.99 (save $100)

• Ecovacs DEEBOT T80S Omni — $479.99 $649.99 (save $170)

• Roborock Qrevo Series — $499.99 $629.99 (save $130)

• Dreame X40 — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300)

• Shark PowerDetect — $749.99 $1,199.99 (save $450)

• Roborock Saros Z70 — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)

Best earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $249.99 at Best Buy
  Get Deal Why we like it

For working out, these are some of the best earbuds available. With a secure hook fit and built-in heart rate monitoring, workout earbuds can't get any better than this. In fact, when given the full review treatment, they were described as "ideal for all workouts, especially running."

More earbud deals

• JBL Tune 245NC — $49.95 $109.95 (save $64)

• JBL Tune Flex 2 — $69.95 $109.95 (save $40)

• Sony WF-C710N— $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Beats Powerbeats — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $189 $229 (save $40)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro $169.99 at Best Buy
$349.99 Save $180   Get Deal Why we like it

These headphones have Personalized Spatial Audio and dynamic head tracking for a 360-degree listening experience. They also have impressive noise cancellation that helps block out distractions, with different modes to keep you aware of your surroundings. They also offer up to 40 hours of battery life, USB-C, Bluetooth, and 3.5mm connectivity, plus compatibility with both Apple and Android devices.

More headphone deals

• Sony WH-CH520 — $39.99 $68 (save $28.01)

• Marshall Major V — $89.99 $159.99 (save $70)

• Beats Solo 4— $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)

• Sony WH-1000XM6— $399.99 $458 (save $58.01)

Grand Theft Auto VI is all set to come out on Nov. 19, but those who are waiting for the game have been hurt before.

It's been 13 years since GTA V came out, so the last delay that VI suffered a year ago was particularly painful for fans who expected to be playing the game by this summer. You don't have to look far on places like Reddit to find people theorizing that yet another delay might happen, even though Rockstar has confirmed it will show more of the game on Netflix later this month.

SEE ALSO: 'GTA VI' pre-orders hit eye-watering levels for Take-Two Interactive

In short, people are scared, but they needn't be. Allow me to explain. There are a couple of solid reasons to believe that GTA VI will indeed make its Nov. 19 release date. First, Rockstar opened pre-orders for it back in June. Millions of people have already spent as much as $100 to lock down access to GTA VI when it launches, and publishers typically don't allow that unless they're fairly certain a game is coming out on its listed release date.

Second, Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick recently said in a TikTok interview (courtesy of GameSpot) that GTA VI will for sure come out on Nov. 19. Take-Two is Rockstar's parent company and the publisher of the game, so Zelnick obviously has some incentive to make sure everything goes smoothly here.

All evidence points to the game actually coming out when Rockstar and Take-Two said it's coming out (this time). We'll let you know if that changes.

TL;DR: ICEE is marking its first National ICEE Day on Aug. 18 with free small ICEEs at more than 1,800 locations, including participating Walmart Fuel and convenience stops, Krystal restaurants, AMC Theatres, Regal Cinemas, and Urban Air Adventure Park.

Tuesday just got a little sweeter. ICEE is celebrating its first-ever National ICEE Day today, Aug. 18, and is marking the occasion by giving away free small ICEEs at more than 1,800 locations across the country.

If this feels familiar, that's because 7-Eleven ran National Slurpee Day back on July 11 — and the two drinks share an origin story. ICEE inventor Omar Knedlik first sold partly frozen Coke at his Dairy Queen in Coffeyville, Kansas, then patented the ICEE machine in 1962. 7-Eleven later licensed the tech and launched its own version as "Slurpee" in 1965.

"For decades, ICEE has been part of unforgettable moments for millions of fans, and National ICEE Day is our way of thanking everyone who has made the brand part of those memories," said Dan Fachner, president and CEO of J&J Snack Foods, ICEE's parent company, in a news release. "We're excited to introduce an annual tradition people can look forward to every August."

Where to get your free ICEE

Free small ICEEs are available at participating Walmart Fuel and convenience locations and Krystal restaurants, with no purchase necessary. If you're headed to the movies, you can also snag a free ICEE with a ticket purchase at AMC Theatres or Regal Cinemas, or with paid admission to an Urban Air Adventure Park location.

SEE ALSO: Summer isn't over, but Starbucks doesn't care: The Pumpkin Spice Latte returns Aug. 25

Getting your free ICEE also enters you into a giveaway for prizes, including an at-home ICEE machine. To enter, share an Instagram or Facebook story on Aug. 18 featuring your free ICEE, using the hashtag #NID2026 and tagging @TheICEECompany. ICEE will announce the grand prize winner on Aug. 19 across its social channels.

A cult-classic game combined with a cult-classic camera makes so much sense. Today, Polaroid unveiled the most perfect combination ever: the Polaroid x Pokémon Special Edition range, and we're tempted to buy it all. Keep in mind that while the special-edition collection launched today, we have to wait until Aug. 25 to preorder items. Set an alarm for placing your order, and let's dive into the details of the collection.

Classic Polaroid cameras with fun Pokémon details

The shining stars of the collection are three Pokémon-themed Polaroid cameras. The Now Gen 3 now comes in a Poké Ball design while the Polaroid Go Gen 3 has either a Pikachu or Sylveon design.

Can we catch them all? Credit: Polaroid

The Poké Ball Polaroid Now Gen 3 shoots in original full-size Polaroid film with dual lens autofocus. The Pokémon special edition will cost $139.99, which is just $10 more than the standard Now Gen 3.

The Pikachu and  Sylveon Polaroid Go Gen 3 will both cost $99.99 each.

Film adorned with our favorite monsters

In addition to shooting on a fun camera, Polaroid is launching Pokémon-themed film frames. A yellow frame with Pikachu looking adorable on the bottom strip is a delight, as is the blue frame with Snorlax. Other film options include Eevee, Topegi, Gengar, Charmander, and more.

The Pokémon Edition Polaroid film is a must-have, even if you don't go for one of the special-edition camera. Credit: Polaroid

The Pokémon Edition of Polaroid Color i-Type Film will cost $22.99, and double packs of the Pokémon Polaroid Go Color Film will come with a price of $24.99.

Pokémon accessories for your Polaroid camera Pokémon accessories to match the rest of the collection. Credit: Polaroid

As if we weren't already overloaded with cuteness, the collection also features a few fun Pokémon accessories. The Polaroid Go Camera Case Pokémon Edition will fit any version of the Go camera, and the Polaroid Go Photo Album Pokémon Edition is the ideal place to house your Polaroid memories. There's also the Pokémon Edition Polaroid Camera Strap which feels like the perfect stocking stuffer.

If you're a fan of Pokémon or love the resurgence of analogue cameras, get ready to preorder on Aug. 25 at Polaroid.

Our favorites from the D23 2026 Disney Store Collection: Disney Railroad Train Plush $19.99 Shop Now Eeyore Plush Keychain Bag Charm $21.99 Shop Now The Fox and the Hound 45th Anniversary Mug $24.99 Shop Now Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Ear Headband for Adults $36.99 Shop Now The Princess Diaries Grove High School Cardigan for Women $79.99 Shop Now The Muppets Plush Cardigan for Women $99.99 Shop Now Redd Limited Edition Doll – Pirates of the Caribbean $179.99 Shop Now Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket for Adults $600 Shop Now

If you weren't able to make it to D23 2026 in person, the Disney Store is bringing the show to you. Disney Store has pulled together an assortment from the D23 2026 show floor, the Disney Store booth, and the D23 Marketplace, and it's now live at the Disney Store online while supplies last.

The lineup spans Fanniversary Frenzy, 10 collections celebrating milestone anniversaries of beloved Disney stories, with Collector Must-Haves, Disney x Formula 1, Blooms by Disney Store, Disney Store Exclusive Plush, and more.

Here's everything worth adding to your cart.

Disney Railroad Train Plush Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Disney Railroad Train Plush $19.99 at Disney Store
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This is a fun pick for anyone who's ridden the Disney Railroad at Walt Disney World or Disneyland and wanted a piece of it to take home. The Disney Railroad Train Plush turns the iconic train into a cuddly character, complete with an embroidered smiling face, a soft, fuzzy texture, and a stitched "Disney Railroad" patch. It's got attached arms and beans in the bottom for a bit of weight, so it sits nicely on a shelf if you're more of a display person than a snuggler.

Alice in Wonderland Ear Headband Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Ear Headband $36.99 at Disney Store
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Ear headbands are always a top pick in any Disney drop, and the Alice in Wonderland Ear Headband one goes all in on the details. It's built around the croquet scene from Alice in Wonderland, with a tiny hedgehog rolling into a croquet ball worked into the headband, a royal crest charm on the bow, and the film title and anniversary stitched on the back of the ears. It's made from simulated leather instead of the usual fabric, so it feels a little more special than your typical headband.

Redd Limited Edition Doll — Pirates of the Caribbean Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Redd Limited Edition Doll – Pirates of the Caribbean $179.99 at Disney Store
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Redd is one of the more detailed collector dolls we've seen come out of the Pirates of the Caribbean line, and it shows in the little things: an embroidered satin bodice, a textured skirt with gold studs and filigree, pearled pistols, layered necklaces, and a faux suede pirate hat with feather accents. She's also fully poseable and comes with a display stand, so she's built to be displayed, not just boxed up.

Cars with F1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket Opens in a new window Credit: Disney Store Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket $600 at Disney Store
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The Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Varsity Jacket is built like an actual varsity jacket first, Cars fan piece second. The shell is a soft blended wool with genuine contrast leather sleeves, striped rib cuffs and waistband, and a proper snap-front closure with F1-branded snaps, so it holds up as something you'd wear regardless of the Cars connection.

The details are where it earns its price, though. There's a chenille F1 patch on the chest, an embroidered Disney Pixar Cars logo, Cars patch appliqués on the sleeves, and Lightning McQueen embroidered on the back alongside "Formula 1." Even the lining gets an all-over F1 print, and you get both a welt front pocket and a hidden interior chest pocket for carrying something.

More from the D23 2026 Disney Store Collection

• Blue Pansy Plush Flower — $16.99

• Alice in Wonderland Bow Hair Clip — $16.99

• Disney Wishables Shimmer Mystery Plush Blind Pack — $17.99

• Pixar Ball, Large — $19.99

• Main Street Trash Can Plush — $19.99

• Beauty and the Beast Journal Set — $19.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Mug — $24.99

• Disney Doorables ADOORBS! Doll Mystery Box — $24.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Wristlet Bag Set — $29.99

• Marvel Blue Mini Spider-Bot — $39.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Lightning McQueen Plush — $39.99

• Winnie the Pooh Plush (Disney Store Exclusive) — $44.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Baseball Cap — $60

• The Princess Diaries Soccer Jersey — $69.99

• Alice in Wonderland 75th Anniversary Clogs by Crocs — $69.99

• Daredevil Silver Mask — $79.99

• Disney and Pixar's Cars with Formula 1 Pullover Sweatshirt — $125

• Polar Mouse Droid MSE-6 — $129.99

• Disneyland Railroad Station Light Up Figure — $179

• Esmeralda Limited Edition Doll — $179.99

• The Hunchback of Notre Dame 30th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Tote — $298

• Disney x Formula 1 Core Race Mickey Mouse Zip Jacket and Pins Set — $350

The full D23 2026 assortment — all the anniversary collections, collectibles, and exclusives — is live now at Disney Store online. Orders of $85 or more ship free with code SHIPMAGIC.