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Amazons Spring Sale is still live: We found 100+ deals on Apple, Kindle, Bose, and Ninja

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 23:14
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals: Best Apple deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $239.95 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $14.99 at Amazon (save $25 with code FTV4K) Get Deal Best Kindle Deal Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $134.99 at Amazon (save $25 ) Get Deal Best Deal Under $50 Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger $27.99 at Amazon (save $12) Get Deal Best TV deal Samsung 65-Inch Q8F 4K QLED Smart TV $597.99 at Amazon (save $300) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inches (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 at Amazon (save $300) Get Deal Flagship headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $398 at Amazon (save $61.99) Get Deal Best beauty deal Dyson Supersonic Nural $349.99 at Amazon (save $200) Get Deal Best Speaker Deal JBL Flip 7 Waterproof Speaker $109.95 at Amazon (save $40) Get Deal Budget headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 at Amazon (save $38) Get Deal

The sun is rising, flowers are beginning to bloom, and pollen is in the air (so much pollen). This all means spring is finally here, and Amazon is celebrating in its customary fashion: with deals across tons of categories.

We're nearing the end of the third annual Amazon Big Spring Sale, with discounts set to run through March 31, just like last year. The Amazon Spring Sale is your best chance to save until Prime Day in July (or maybe June?), so don't miss out. The further we get into the sale, prices are frequently fluctuating so we're checking and updating products regularly.

The deals featured in this sale reflect the spirit of the season: Outdoor gear and yard care supplies, spring cleaning supplies, spring fashion, and other household essentials will be the major featured deals. However, there's no shortage of savings on QLED TVs, flagship Sony headphones, Apple devices, Shark and Dyson hair tools, and of course, Amazon devices like Kindles and Echo smart speakers.

SEE ALSO: How to recycle Amazon packaging from your Big Spring Sale purchases (yes, all of it)

Each day of the Big Spring Sale features daily deal drops on categories from spring cleaning to beauty. Mashable's shopping team will be keeping an eye on the best deals from before sunrise to midnight, so keep checking back to be the first to hear about the latest price drops. And be sure to check out our live blog for real-time updates.

Our editors' most recommended deals will be marked with a 🔥 emoji. Deals that are no longer available will be noted with a strikethrough.

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at Amazon
$249 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

According to our review, Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are an "easy buy" if you've been looking for a new pair of AirPods. It's easy to see why: They have excellent ANC, eight hours of listening time per charge, a built-in heart rate monitor, and live translation features. While they hit a lower price of $184 back in February, this markdown is still worth checking out.

AirPods deals MacBook deals iPad dealsApple Watch deals Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux ANC $41.99 at Amazon
$79.99 Save $38.00   Get Deal Why we like it

The JBuds Lux ANC are the best budget headphones we've tested in recent memory, offering decent noise cancellation, a long battery life, and balanced sound. (Just note that their fit can be hit or miss.) They're a great value at their regular price of $80, but $41.99 is even better during the Big Spring Sale. We saw them dip to $27 at Walmart on Black Friday, but this is their lowest-ever price on Amazon.

And if you're looking to spend a bit more for a more comfortable fit and top-notch ANC, flagship headphones from Apple, Bose, and Sony are all on sale.

More headphone dealsEarbud deals Bluetooth speaker dealsBest vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $149 at Amazon
$299 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable reporter (and dog parent) Tim Marcin called this Shark stick vac "life changing" when he wrote about it for us. Marcin said, "[It's] my personal favorite vacuum — the best I've ever owned — which has made my life much easier. The long and short of it: It's light, super-effective at sucking up fur, affordable, and lasts for quite some time on a charge. It also converts into a hand vacuum when needed."

If you have some spring cleaning to do, select Shark vacuums are 50% to 60% off.

Robot vacuum dealsCordless vacuum and wet-dry vacuum dealsBest Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $14.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $25   Get Deal Why we like it

The newest Fire TV Stick in Amazon's lineup, the 4K Select, was one of Mashable readers' (and editors') favorite deals from Black Friday. We saw it drop to a wildly low price of $9.99 during that sale, but right now you can grab it for $14.99 using the code FTVSELECT. It offers support for Alexa+, HDR10+, Amazon Kids+, Amazon Luna, Xbox Game Pass, and NordVPN, and it's already more than 50% off.

Fire TV streaming dealsEcho device deals Kindle dealsKindle accessory deals SEE ALSO: The top finds from Amazon's Spend $100, Get $20 Free sale: Nespresso, Sun Bum, Hydro Flask Best outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 portable power station $428.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $370.01   Get Deal Why we like it

Weighing in at just under 25 pounds, Anker's Solix C1000 Gen 2 portable power station makes an excellent camping companion. The power station can keep your devices juiced up and even has enough oomph to power up some cute fairy lights or whip up a quick meal in the air fryer. It can also recharge in under 50 minutes, which can really come in handy when you're off the grid. Mashable's reviewer called it "the perfect model for taking on a weekend camping trip or keeping around the house for occasional power outages."

More outdoor dealsMore portable power station dealsBest DJI deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Neo Mini 4K Drone $149 at Amazon
$199 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

The Neo is the perfect starter drone for people just venturing into the drone hobby for the first time — and not just because of the low price. This camera offers a 4K camera for shooting gorgeous aerial videos and a 12MP camera. It can take off from the palm of your hand, and it's super portable. For creators and hobbyists, it's a great entry point.

More DJI dealsBest TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch Q8F 4K QLED Smart TV $597.99 at Amazon
$897.99 Save $300   Get Deal Why we like it

There's a reason Samsung has been the most popular TV brand in the world for 20 years in a row: The Korean tech giant makes reliable TVs that last a long time. This QLED Samsung TV was just released in 2025, and for the Amazon Spring Sale, it just got its first big price cut. It's also got a ton of ports and a sleek design.

43-inch TVs and under50- to 55-inch TVs65-inch TVs 75-inch TVs and upBest Windows laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus ROG Flow Z13 (AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,069.99 at Amazon
$2,399.99 Save $330 Includes free download code for "Crimson Desert" Get Deal Why we like it

If you're an on-the-go gamer, the Asus ROG Flow Z13 should make your shortlist. It has a 180Hz display (so smooth), a detachable keyboard, and an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip that offers RTX 4060-level graphics performance.

GTA V star Ned Luke recently told Mashable he uses this gaming laptop when he travels, calling it "an animal." The model with 32GB of RAM and a terabyte of disk space is $330 off on Amazon, and it comes with a free copy of Crimson Desert. It's never been cheaper before. (Best Buy is price-matching it, but doesn't throw in the free game code.)

More Windows laptop dealsBest kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker $199.95 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $30.04   Get Deal Why we like it

We're happy to report that the bestselling Ninja Creami is just as great as TikTok says it is. Once you fill and freeze its pints with the base of your choice, "It makes ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and smoothie bowls with just the press of a button," writes Mashable's Samantha Mangino.

This TikTok-famous appliance is marked down to $199.99 during the Big Spring Sale (or $30 off), which matches deals at Best Buy, Target, and the SharkNinja website. However, Amazon one-ups them all by throwing in a free $19.96 credit on top of that discount; you save about $50 total there.

Check out Mashable's full review of the Ninja Creami.

More ice cream maker dealsAir fryer, countertop oven, and multicooker dealsBlender dealsCoffee and espresso machine dealsMixer dealsBest Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Botanicals Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree (#10348) $47.95 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $12.04   Get Deal Why we like it

Lego's Botanicals sets are always a delight to have up on display, and this Japanese Red Maple Bonsai Tree is sure to add a lovely pop of red, orange, and green to your home. At the moment, it's on sale at Amazon for $47.99, which is just pennies away from its lowest-ever price point of $47.95, according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. What better time to scoop up this 474-piece set if it's caught your eye?

More Lego dealsBest beauty deal Dyson Supersonic Nural $349.99 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $200   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

The Laifen hair dryer that Mashable's hair tool expert, Bethany Allard, named as the best Dyson Supersonic dupe is on sale for the spring sale. But maybe you won't be as hard-pressed to find a good dupe when the fanciest Supersonic is at a new record-low price.

The Supersonic Nural's main flex over the regular Supersonic is a system of sensors that automatically lower heat near your head, preventing a sizzling scalp. The Nural can also remember your preferred settings just based on the attachment being used, and knows to pause airflow when you set it down.

More hair tool dealsSkincare device dealsBest home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Blueair Blueair Blue Pure 511i Max $97.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $42.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Warmer weather means open windows at home. And for the lucky folks, open windows at home mean allergy-induced sniffles. Make this the year that you finally get an air purifier for your home. This Blueair model can clean up to 926 square feet in an hour. The powerful HEPA filter can remove airborne particles that irritate our respiratory systems, like pollen, dust, mold spores, pet dander, and smoke, so you'll benefit from the benefits of filtered air indoors year-round.

More air purifier dealsSmart light dealsSheets, comforter, and pillow dealsStain remover tool and upholstery deep cleaner dealsBest phone accessory deals Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Nano 45W GaN Smart Charger $27.99
$39.99 Save $12.00   Get Deal More phone accessory dealsBest streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Music Unlimited $0
$38.97 Save $38.97 Get three months free Get Deal Prime Video add-onsMore streaming service deals
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Our favorite DJI deals from the Amazon Spring Sale: Drones, mics, and power stations at record lows

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:46
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale DJI deals at a glance: Best DJI Drone deal DJI Mini 4K Drone $209 (save $90) Get Deal Best DJI Mic Deal DJI Mic Mini (2TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 (save $20) Get Deal Best DJI Gimbal Deal DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal $98.98 (save $30.02) Get Deal Best DJI portable power station deal DJI Power 1000 V2 $364 (save $335) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is still going strong for the next day or so, bringing a slew of deals sitewide. Until 11:59 p.m. PT on March 31, the retail giant is offering major savings on everything from robot vacuums to Apple gadgets and outdoor gear. We've also spotted some pretty deep discounts on DJI products.

DJI isn't just a drone company: It also makes portable power stations, action cameras, and smartphone gimbals. DJI products are popular among content creators, so you'll see them all over TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. The DJI Mic Mini is especially beloved by Mashable readers and even some of our own editors for its solid noise cancellation and affordability.

SEE ALSO: Live updates on Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Record-low prices on Apple MacBooks, DJI drones, and Kindles

Below, we've rounded up the best DJI deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Please note: Due to the DJI drone ban and ongoing import problems, DJI products at Amazon are usually sold through third-party sellers. We recommend checking the seller's reviews and shopping accordingly (check the "Ships from" and "Sold by" information.)

Best DJI drone deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 4K Drone $209 at Amazon
$299 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

The bestselling DJI Mini 4K is a lightweight starter drone, and right now it's sitting at a record-low price of $209 — a 30% savings. It has a three-axis gimbal that stabilizes its shots and can capture 4K video at 30fps. It comes with one battery that offers up to 31 minutes of runtime per charge. For $60 more, you can snag a bundle that throws in an extra battery, a shoulder bag, a propeller holder, and some spare propellers.

More DJI drone dealsBest DJI mic deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon DJI Mic Mini (2TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20   Get Deal Why we like it

The TikTok-famous DJI Mic Mini is well-loved for a reason. It sounds great, offers up to 48 hours of recording time, and it's perfect for users both new and old, thanks to its accessibility and simple setup. This bundle comes with a receiver, two transmitters, a charging cable, a phone adapter, four windscreens, two magnetic clips, and a case, so you're all set to start using it immediately.

Read Mashable's full review of the DJI Mic Mini.

More DJI mic dealsBest DJI camera deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Smartphone Gimbal $98.98 at Amazon
$129 Save $30.02   Get Deal Why we like it

This is the smartphone gimbal our tech editor personally uses and recommends for shooting social video at home and at events. DJI recently replaced the 7P with a new model, the DJI Osmo Mobile 8, which is also on sale. However, it's hard to argue with an under-$100 price tag. This handy gimbal lets you shoot steady video and track your face, and it pairs well with DJI wireless microphones.

More DJI camera dealsBest DJI power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Power 1000 V2 $364 at Amazon
$699 Save $335   Get Deal Why we like it

It's easy to forget that DJI sells power stations, too. But the brand recently revamped its portable power lineup, and the upgraded DJI Power 1000 V2 is practically tailor-made for anyone shooting video. In her recent review, Mashable Contributor Lauren Allain writes: "After testing the upgraded DJI Power 1000 V2, I'm convinced this is a great model for content creators, those who prioritize a super-quiet power station, or anyone looking for exceptional value in portable power."

It has a 1,024Wh capacity and features dedicated SDC ports that can super-fast-charge your DJI drone batteries, so you can get back in the air in about 30 minutes. Plus, when the station itself finally runs out of juice, you can plug it into a standard wall outlet and hit a full 100 percent charge in just 56 minutes.

Read Mashable's full review of the DJI Power 1000 V2.

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Best eco-friendly deals at Amazons spring sale: Low-waste kitchen, bathroom, and spring cleaning swaps

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:18
The best Big Spring Sale eco-friendly deals at a glance: Best kitchen deal Cleancult Plant-Based Dish Soap Liquid $5.69 at Amazon (save $4.40) Get Deal Best bathroom deal Suri 2.0 Electric Recyclable Toothbrush $114.74 at Amazon (save $20.26) Get Deal Best cleaning product deal Seventh Generation Plant-Based Multi-Surface Wipes (pack of 3) $11.61 at Amazon (save $8.25) Get Deal Best laundry deal Blueland Plastic-Free Laundry Detergent Tablets (120 count) $30.23 at Amazon (save $8.4) Get Deal Best reusable water bottle deal Lifestraw Go Water Filter Bottle $39.00 at Amazon (save $17.24) Get Deal

There's always a cloud of wastefulness and overconsumption hovering over any major Amazon sale event — the spike in orders inherently leads to a spike in trashed packaging or old items ditched for the incoming purchases. With the Amazon Big Spring Sale taking place just a few weeks before Earth Day, it's a perfect time to get a little more conscientious of your Amazon hauls.

One way to take advantage of Amazon deals more responsibly is to strictly shop for items that you'd have to buy eventually anyway, like spring cleaning supplies or kitchen restocks. Instead of re-buying your emotional support Tide Pods or Charmin, why not try a cardboard envelope of dissolvable laundry sheets or bamboo toilet paper while it's discounted?

SEE ALSO: How to recycle Amazon packaging from your Big Spring Sale purchases (yes, all of it)

Amazon's spring sale is home to a ton of eco-friendly versions of items you already use. I'm tracking all of the best eco-friendly Amazon deals live through March 31, including several items that I actually use at home myself.

Best eco-friendly kitchen deal Cleancult Plant-Based Dish Soap Liquid $16.71 at Amazon
$21.99 Save $5.28   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Ditch the plastic bottle of Dawn for dish soap that comes in a carton. Cleancult's dishwashing liquid eats away at grease and grime just the same, but uses all-natural ingredients to do it. I couldn't even tell you how many times I've repurchased the fresh rain scent — I can only describe it as smelling like spring when I was a kid, and I'd buy it in the lotion or body spray versions if they existed.

More deals on sustainable kitchen swapsBest eco-friendly bathroom deal SURI 2.0 New Sonic Electric Toothbrush with Pressure Sensor & UV-Cleaning Travel Case | 1 Month+ Battery | Electric Toothbrush for Adults | Travel Toothbrushes | Tooth Brush | Green $114.74 at Amazon
$134.99 Save $20.25   See It at Amazon Why we like it

The Suri electric toothbrush is my all-time favorite sustainable self-care swap that I've found so far. It scrubs at stuck food and plaque with 33,000 sonic vibrations per minute, and leaves my teeth feeling noticeably cleaner than they did when I used a manual toothbrush (that was years ago at this point). I can personally confirm that Suri isn't exaggerating about the one-month battery life. It's especially clutch to not have to worry about a charger when you're on vacation.

When it's time for fresh bristles every three-ish months, brush heads can be sent back to Suri for recycling in a prepaid mailer that came with your toothbrush. (You keep your brush base.) Compare that to the billion plastic toothbrushes that are thrown away in the U.S. every year, most of which will take several hundred years to decompose.

Compared to the old version that I currently use and love, the Suri 2.0 now has a pressure sensor that warns if you're brushing too hard. Its redesigned travel case charges the toothbrush while it's inside and has a built-in battery-powered UV-C light that sanitizes the brush head in just one minute.

More deals on sustainable bathroom swapsDeals on sustainable cleaning products and laundry supplies SEE ALSO: TerraCycle is a free recycling hack for K-cups, toothpaste tubes, and all your hard-to-recycle stuff: How it works Reusable water bottle deals
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The best AirPods Max deal isnt at Amazon during the Big Spring Sale

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:10

Save $150: As of March 30, Apple's AirPods Max are available at Woot for just $399, bringing them back down to their lowest price ever. You'll save 27% on their $549 price tag.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399 at Woot
$549 Save $150   Get Deal

Saving $100 on Apple's AirPods Max headphones isn't cool. You know what's cool? Saving $150 on the AirPods Max.

That's exactly the discount you can get if choose to shop at Woot instead of Amazon, Target, or Walmart as of March 30. The latter three retailers have the headphones down to $449 off their $549 list price (or completely sold out), but Woot brought the USB-C AirPods Max are all the way down to $399 — their lowest price ever. That's Amazon officially bested before the end of the Big Spring Sale.

SEE ALSO: The best Apple deals in Amazon's Spring Sale — we found new lows on AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks

As a headphones reviewer, I generally don't recommend Apple's over-ear headphones due to the discrepancy between their ultra-high price point and years-old specs. And that's before considering that the second generation Maxes are available for preorder now, with a release date of April 1. In other words, it really doesn't make sense to pay $450 for headphones that are about to be past-gen tech.

Paying $399, while still steep, is more of a justifiable decision, especially if you're already fully immersed in the Apple ecosystem. The first gen AirPods Max do have only 20 hours of battery life and no way to completely turn off (they go on sleep mode when not in use). But, they do have a unique design, great well-rounded sound, and solid active noise cancellation.

If you've been waiting to buy them on the cheap, they're currently back at their lowest price ever. You won't want to wait long, though — Woot's sale price only lasts for the next four days, or until the headphones have sold out.

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Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Shop the best pet deals on Le Sure dog beds, Petlibro water fountains, and Earth Rated poop bags

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:03
Best Big Spring Sale Pet Deals Best Pet Bedding Deal Le Sure Dog Bed $55.55 at Amazon (Save $14.44) Get Deal Best Pet Tech Deal Halo Collar 5 GPS Dog Collar $445.40 at Amazon (Save $153.60) Get Deal Best Pet Cleaning Deal Pet N Pet Poop Bags 1,080 Count $20.39 at Amazon (Save $3.60) Get Deal

Even as we approach the end of Amazon's Big Spring Sale, there are still a ton of deals to shop. Need to refresh your home and kitchen? There are plenty of sales on vacuums and small appliances still on sale. But don't forget to look for deals for your furry friend, too.

Take it from me, the owner of one dog and two kittens, who keep me busy and constantly cleaning the house. There are a ton of pet deals still available during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. While I picked up the less chic stuff like a new stainless steel litter box that's far easier to clean than a plastic litter box, there's more stuff to shop. Pick up my dog's favorite bed from Le Sure or a shiny new water fountain for your felines, all on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Best pet bedding deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lesure Le Sure Dog Bed $55.55 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $14.44   Get Deal Why we like it

After a long winter inside, your pet's bed may have a certain odor that even a trip to the laundromat can't fix. If you're looking to make an upgrade, try the Le Sure bed. Since bringing home the Lesure bed, my dog Milly has turned up her nose at all other beds. It's soft and cozy, not to mention really cute, feeling like a piece of decor rather than aesthetically unappealing pet furniture. Not to mention, it has an innovative cushion and cover design that means washing it is a breeze.

During Amazon's Big Spring Sale, save 21% off on Le Sure beds. Right now, that means you can get the Le Sure XL Donut bed for just $55.55, saving you $14.44.

More pet bedding dealsBest pet tech deal Opens in a new window Credit: Halo Halo Collar 5 GPS Dog Collar $445.40 at Amazon
$599 Save $153.60   Get Deal Why we like it

While AirTags are great trackers for your keys, wallet, and luggage, they're not as extensive for pet tracking. They definitely work, but are best for those in a city who are around a lot of other phones, which AirTags need to maintain location tracking. So if you're planning to go off the grid this summer, and taking your dog on hikes, a GPS collar could save you the pain and worry of losing them if they go off trail.

The Halo Collar 5 is backed by PrecisionGPS that delivers accuracy within 1.4 feet. It includes boundary tracking so you can set the parameters of your yard and get notified if Fido strays. The only catch is that the Halo Collar, like most GPS collars, requires a subscription. That's not as hard to swallow when you're getting it on sale.

During Amazon's Big Spring Sale, get the Halo Collar 5 for just $445.40, saving you over $150 on the device.

More pet tech dealsPet cleaning dealsMore pet deals
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Power your outdoor excursions with the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1500 for its lowest price

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 21:22

SAVE $400: As of March 30, get the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1500 for $899 at Jackery, down from its usual price of $1,299. That's a discount of $400 and the lowest price we've seen.

Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1500 $899 at Jackery
$1,299 Save $400   Get Deal

The Amazon Big Spring Sale is chock-full of great deals, but if you look beyond Amazon, you'll still find some excellent sales elsewhere. Case in point: Jackery, whose products are all over the giant retailer. But the manufacturer is having its own sale, where you can nab power stations for an excellent price right now. We've found one you won't want to miss, in fact.

As of March 30, get the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1500 for $899 at Jackery, down from its usual price of $1,299. That's $400 off and the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: I've tested portable power stations for years — here's what I'd actually buy in Amazon's Big Spring Sale

This ultra-rugged power station is built to be transported anywhere you need power, so if you're planning on camping or going off-grid this spring and summer, you can take it along with you. It's IP65-rated dustproof and waterproof, and it's made of a titanium-alloy that's fully sealed.

It boasts 1536 Wh of capacity, which means it can charge up to 6.5 hours of devices like phones, tablets, drones, refrigerators, routers, and more. It has a foldable handle to make it easy to carry, and it's 53% lighter and 50% smaller than its competitors, so it's easy to tote around in any situation.

If you're ready to pick up a new portable power station and save some serious cash, this Jackery is one you won't want to pass up. It''s great for a wide range of situations, much more affordable than usual, and it can power up just about anything you need. Make the trek over to Jackery and pick yours up now.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Apples brand-new MacBook Pros are up to $200 off during Amazons Big Spring Sale

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 20:31

Mashable's Shopping team has been combing through Amazon's Big Spring Sale ever since it started on March 25. With less than 48 hours left to shop, most of the best deals we've spotted are holding steady (if they're still in stock) — with several big exceptions. A bunch of Apple's brand-new MacBook Pros were $50 off originally, but as of March 30, they're up to $200 off. Sometimes it pays to procrastinate.

Shop the M5 Pro and M5 Max-powered MacBook Pros on Amazon: Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,049.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,549.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Pro with 18-core CPU/20-core GPU, 24GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $2,649.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Pro, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,899.99 (save $199.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,449.99 (save $149.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,699.99 (save $199.01) Get Deal Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M5 Max, 48GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $4,199.99 (save $199.01) Get Deal

These MacBook Pros are powered by the all-new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, Apple's latest and highest-end silicon. They start with 24GB of RAM and 1TB or 2TB of storage, respectively. Compared to the base M5 MacBook Pro, they have newer wireless connectivity standards (WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6) as well as faster Thunderbolt 5 ports. They're best for creative professionals with super heavy workloads, not casual everyday users.

The biggest price cuts are going to 16-inch M5 Max models with 2TB of storage and either 36GB or 48GB of RAM. At $199.01 off, they're now $3,699.99 and $4,199.99 apiece. If you can't spend that much (or you don't need specs that nice), the M5 Pro-fueled MacBook Pro starts at just $2,049.99 — a $149.01 savings. Again, they were only $50 off last week.

SEE ALSO: The best MacBooks to buy in 2026: Apple has a new budget laptop (and it rocks)

All of these MacBook Pros are enjoying their biggest discounts since launch, and they apply to both of their color options: silver and space black. Costco was price-matching them at the time of writing (with free standard shipping and no membership required), but they were still only $50 off at B&H Photo the last time I checked. They're stuck at full price at Best Buy.

Check out our full list of the best Apple deals from Amazon's Big Spring Sale, live through March 31.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Live updates on Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Record-low prices on Apple MacBooks, DJI drones, and Kindles

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 20:04

We're in the last couple of days of the Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026, and we've seen deals on iPads and MacBooks come and go. We've also seen new deals drop daily, and our shopping reporters are on the job. We'll be digging through the best deals until the sale ends on March 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

This event might not carry quite the same weight as Prime Day or Black Friday, but it's still one of the biggest sales events on the shopping calendar, and this year's deals are surprisingly good. This spring-themed event will go hard on outdoor equipment like drones and power stations, spring cleaning essentials like robot vacuums, and everything else shoppers are looking to buy after a long, cold winter. Our professional deal hunters have spotted record-low prices on Apple, Fire TVs, Kindles, and Sony headphones.

We've lined up all the best deals from the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest live updates, price drops, and news from the Mashable shopping team.

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Need a new reusable water bottle? Yeti, Owala, and Stanley are all on sale in the Amazon Spring Sale

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:36
The best reusable water bottle deals of the Spring Sale at a glance: Best Owala deal Owala FreeSip Twist (24-ounce) $22.49 (save $7.50) Get Deal Best Yeti deal Yeti Rambler with straw lid (42-ounce) $31.49 (save $13.51) Get Deal Best Stanley deal Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler (30-ounce) $24 (save $16) Get Deal

Whether you're looking to finally cut out single-use plastics from your daily life or just want to add to your collection of reusable water bottles, there are plenty of options from top brands like Yeti, Owala, and Stanley discounted in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The official sale runs through March 31, so if you see a deal you want, add it to your cart ASAP.

I've rounded up the best reusable water bottle deals you can shop at Amazon during the Big Spring Sale below. Save up to 40% on our top picks.

Looking for more deals? Check out Mashable's Big Spring Sale hub and follow along with our live blog to stay in the know.

Best Amazon Spring Sale reusable water bottle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti Yeti Rambler with straw lid (42-ounce) $31.49 at Amazon
$45 Save $13.51   Get Deal Why we like it

I'm a Yeti fangirl and have owned a Rambler bottle for six years (!) now. Like most things in Yeti's lineup, it's virtually indestructible — no matter how hard I try. Made with durable kitchen-grade stainless steel and double-walled insulation, it'll keep your water cold or your coffee hot for hours. Plus, it can keep ice for days. I haven't personally used the straw lid, but I assume it's also built as sturdy as the bottle itself. And if you hate it, you can always grab a chug cap (which I highly endorse) or flip straw cap separately. At 30% off, this is the best price you'll find the 42-ounce Rambler bottle.

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Amazons Big Spring Sale has projector deals from BenQ, XGIMI, Soundcore Nebula, and more

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:36
Best projector deals during Amazon's Big Spring Sale at a glance Best travel-friendly projector deal XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector Collection $673.98 (save $225.02) Get Deal Best projector deal for viewing in bright rooms BenQ Tk705i and Stand Bundle $1,599 (save $99) Get Deal Best projector with speakers deals Soundcore Nebula P1i $295 (save $74) Get Deal

Ready for backyard movie nights? If you've always dreamed of recreating the drive-in movie experience in your own yard, a projector might be your best bet. Thankfully, the Amazon Big Spring Sale has a great selection of models on sale to suit every viewing style and budget. Here are some models worth checking out before the sale ends on March 31.

Best projector deal Opens in a new window Credit: XGIMI XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector Collection $673.98
$899 Save $225.02   Get Deal Why we like it

"Have projector, will come to your barbecue" is a pretty perfect motto for summer. Snag the XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector Collection, and we think you'll be the first invite to every summer party this season. It comes with everything you need for a backyard movie night, including the XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector, a pop-up screen, a power base stand for the projector, four filters, and a great carrying case. The projector will get about five hours of battery life before it needs a recharge. Might we suggest a portable power station for your backyard hangs?

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The Nutribullet Pro just hit a record-low price

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:28

SAVE 51%: Our favorite budget-friendly blender just hit a new record-low price for the final day of Amazon's Big Spring Sale. As of March 30, you can get the NutriBullet Pro Nutrient Extractor for $48.99 at Amazon, down from $99. That's a 51% discount or $50.01 savings.

NutriBullet Pro Nutrient Extractor $48.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $50.01   Get Deal at Amazon

If you’ve been putting off buying a personal blender because $100 feels steep for a morning smoothie habit, Amazon's Big Spring Sale is finally giving you a reason to jump. This matte black NutriBullet Pro is on sale for $48.99, which is 51% off and its best price to date.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Spring Sale is still live: We found 100+ deals on Apple, Kindle, Bose, and Ninja

It’s essentially the middle child of the NutriBullet family — nearly four times more powerful than the original Magic Bullet but way more affordable than the 1,200W flagship models. With 900 watts of power, it can chew through tough stuff like seeds, nuts, and fibrous greens like kale. While it doesn't have fancy presets, it's incredibly simple to use. Just pop your ingredients in and push down to start blending.

You'll get a 32-oz and a 24-oz cup in the box, plus a to-go lid, so you can blend and leave without having to scrub a giant pitcher first. It even includes a specific blade designed for dry ingredients like oats. Just a heads-up that it's fairly loud for its size, but since the container and blades are completely dishwasher-safe, the easy cleanup makes it worth the noise.

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How to watch Germany vs. Ghana online for free

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:28

TL;DR: Live stream Germany vs. Ghana in a 2026 International Friendly for free on ARD Mediathek. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

All eyes on this summer's World Cup, with leading international sides ramping up their preparations for the showpiece event.

Germany overcame Switzerland 4-3 last week thanks to a stunning performance from Florian Wirtz. Ghana were thrashed 5-1 by Austria. Now these teams come together at the MHP Arena. Germany will be strong favorites to win this one, but Ghana will be desperate to improve after that shocking defeat. They'll be looking to the likes of Antoine Semenyo and Thomas Partey to spearhead an improved display.

If you want to watch Germany vs. Ghana in a 2026 International Friendly for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Germany vs. Ghana?

Germany vs. Ghana kicks off at 2:45 p.m. ET on March 30. This fixture takes place at the MHP Arena.

How to watch Germany vs. Ghana for free

Germany vs. Ghana is available to live stream for free on ARD Mediathek.

ARD Mediathek is geo-restricted to Germany, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Germany, meaning you can access free live streams on ARD Mediathek from anywhere in the world.

Lve stream Germany vs. Ghana for free by following these simple steps:

  1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

  2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Germany

  4. Visit ARD Mediathek

  5. Stream Germany vs. Ghana for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Germany vs. Ghana without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select games before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites from around the world, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for ARD Mediathek?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ARD Mediathek, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including Germany

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Germany vs. Ghana for free with ExpressVPN.

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Last chance to save: 30+ best kitchen deals in the final hours of Amazons Big Spring Sale

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:04
The best kitchen at the Amazon Big Spring Sale: Best blender deal Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best air fryer deal Our Place Wonder Oven $129 (save $56) Get Deal Best espresso machine Breville Bambino $249.95 (save $50) Get Deal Best ice cream maker deal Ninja Creami bundle $249.94 (save $30.04) Get Deal Best eco-friendly kitchen deal Airthereal Revive Electric Kitchen Composter $174.99 at Amazon (save $175) Get Deal

It's spring cleaning season, and Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here to help you refresh every room in the house. While the sale officially wraps up tomorrow, March 31, there is still time to save on more than just disinfectant sprays and dishwasher pods. We recommend taking a quick look at your more permanent appliance lineup before these discounts disappear.

With only a day left in the event, tons of kitchen deals are still live at Amazon. This is your last chance to fill any holes in your kitchen's arsenal (or replace any tools on their last legs) with new Ninja appliances, coffee makers, and trendy bakeware at a fraction of the cost.

SEE ALSO: Amazon Big Spring Sale 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle deals

The sale ends tomorrow night, and you can still find great deals on Ninja appliances, Breville espresso machines, toaster ovens, Nespressos, pizza ovens, rice cookers, and more. Check out our top picks below to grab them before they sell out:

Best blender deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're generally a fan of kitchen multitaskers (and who isn't), this may just be the blender for you. In addition to the full-size pitcher you'll get with most blenders, this model of the Ninja Kitchen System comes with two 18-ounce cups and an eight-cup food processor bowl, so you're sure to be covered for all your motorized chopping and blending needs. Down to $129.99 all the way from $219.99, it's at its lowest price ever — and even cheaper than budget models with fewer attachments.

More blender dealsBest air fryer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven $129 at Amazon
$185 Save $56   Get Deal Why we like it

Another Spring Sale, another deal on the Our Place Wonder Oven — except this year, the air fryer/countertop oven combo is just $129, beating last year's sale price by $16. Mashable's Samantha Mangino is a big fan of the air fryer, writing in a post about it last year, "While I originally received it as a gift, I would buy it 10 times over with my own money." It's cute and functional, with settings to toast, reheat, bake, broil, and air fry, and comes with three different trays: air fryer basket, baking tray, and toasting rack.

More air fryer and multicooker dealsBest ice cream maker deal Ninja Creami bundle $249.98 at Amazon
$279.98 Save $30.00   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Another Ninja deal, but the Ninja Creami is a favorite of ours (and the internet's) for a reason. Easy ice cream at home is an especially welcome treat during the warmer months, so this bundle arrived just in time. Included with the Creami are four family-sized 24-ounce tubs so you can be sure you always have a frozen sweet treat on hand.

Check out our full review of the Ninja Creami.

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AI facial recognition led to a grandma being wrongly jailed

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:45

Angela Lipps, a 50-year-old grandma from Tennessee, spent more than five months in jail after the AI facial recognition platform Clearview AI falsely matched the grandmother with a suspect of bank fraud more than 1,000 miles away in North Dakota.

Fargo police chief Dave Zibolski admitted to CNN that there were a "couple of errors" in the investigation that led to Lipps' arrest.

A "partner agency’s facial recognition technology” and “additional investigative steps independent of AI to assist in identification” led to a warrant being issued for Lipps, Zibolski said.

The grandma was arrested on July 14 while looking after four children. Authorities in Tennessee held Lipps in county jail for 108 days before she was extradited to Fargo. Lipps says she had never even been to the state of North Dakota before her arrest.

According to her GoFundMe page, Lipps found out that a woman in North Dakota stole tens of thousands of dollars from banks in Fargo using a fake military ID. Clearview AI matched the fake ID image with Lipps in Tennessee.

The case against Lipps fell apart in December when the lawyer she was given in Fargo was able to produce bank records showing Lipps was at a gas station and ordering pizza in Tennessee at the time that authorities claimed she was in North Dakota.

Lipps was released on Christmas Eve, after nearly 5 months in prison. Lipps says she lost her home, income, car, and health insurance as a result of her imprisonment.

What is Clearview AI?

Clearview AI is a tech company that has plenty of charges from critics on its rap sheet already. it has created massive facial-scan databases by scraping photos from social media platforms and other places on the internet, then training its machine learning algorithms on them.

In 2020, Facebook sent Clearview AI a cease and desist over the mass photo scraping. Other tech companies like YouTube, Twitter, and Venmo also requested that Clearview AI stop scraping its platforms. Clearview AI claimed it had a "First Amendment right" to the data.

In 2022, a legal settlement with the ACLU resulted in Clearview AI agreeing to stop selling access to its tool to private businesses. However, it did not bar Clearview AI from working with law enforcement.

While Fargo police have admitted to making mistakes in the investigation, authorities have not yet apologized to Lipps for her ordeal. Lipps' attorneys are currently looking at filing a civil rights claim.

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Shop the best book deals in Amazons Spring Sale — save on popular titles like Project Hail Mary

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:33
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale book deals at a glance: Best non-fiction book deal 'The Boys in the Light: An Extraordinary World War II Story of Survival, Faith, and Brotherhood' by Nina Willner $20.74 (save $14.26) Get Deal Best paperback fiction book deal Reminders of Him $8.49 (save $8.50) Get Deal Best hardcover fiction book deal 'Not Quite Dead Yet' by Holly Jackson $17 (save $11) Get Deal

Amazon sales are a great excuse to upgrade your tech. From Prime Day to Black Friday, these discount days see everything from robot vacuums to TVs slashed in price. But it's not just big ticket items that see major savings — for bookworms, it's a wonderful opportunity to add some inspiration to your home library. And with Amazon’s Big Spring Sale running through March 31, now is a good time to score physical and digital book deals.

While we highly recommend showing your local bookstore some love, we also won't fault you for scooping up some hardcovers for less during the sale. Plus, if you snag a Kindle for less during the Big Spring Sale, you might as well grab some discounted Kindle books to pair with it.

If you're looking for something completely fresh or there's a new bestseller you've had your eye on, these are some of the best book deals we've spotted on Amazon. Whether you're a thriller book fan or romance lover, there's a discounted book waiting for you.

SEE ALSO: The best Kindle deals in the Amazon Big Spring Sale — Kindle Colorsoft, Paperwhite, and Scribe Best non-fiction book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dutton 'The Boys in the Light: An Extraordinary World War II Story of Survival, Faith, and Brotherhood' by Nina Willner $20.74 at Amazon
$35 Save $14.26   Get Deal Why we like it

One of Amazon's Best Books of the Year in 2025 for narrative nonfiction, The Boys in the Light follows the journeys of Company D and Eddie Willner, the author’s father, on two sides of World War II. "This sweeping, yet intimate, WWII narrative is proof that people can be good and that hope shines in dark places," writes Amazon Editor Lindsay Powers. Grab the harcover for only $20.74, the cheapest it's ever been.

More non-fiction book dealsBest paperback fiction book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 'Reminders of Him' by Colleen Hoover $8.49 at Amazon
$16.99 Save $8.50   Get Deal Why we like it

This is a great opportunity to grab this book at a lower price now that the movie has hit theaters. Reminders of Him follows Kenna Rowan, a young mother returning home after five years in prison, desperate to reconnect with her four-year-old daughter.

Best hardcover fiction book deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bantam 'Not Quite Dead Yet' by Holly Jackson $17 at Amazon
$28 Save $11   Get Deal Why we like it

Not Quite Dead Yet follows Jet, the daughter of one of Woodstock, Vermont's wealthiest families, after a brutal attack in which she suffers a traumatic brain injury. The doctor informs her that a deadly aneurysm is guaranteed, giving her only a week to live. In that time, she's set on doing the unthinkable: solving her own murder. Winner of 2025's Goodreads Choice Award for Readers' Favorite Mystery/Thriller, plus a Washington Post and NPR Best Book of the Year, I highly recommend snagging the hardcover copy of Not Quite Dead Yet while it's at its best price ever — just $17. I devoured this book at the end of 2025 and think it's well worth the read.

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The best air purifier deals to shop in Amazons Big Spring Sale — save on Dyson, Blueair, Levoit and more

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:25
The best Amazon Big Spring Sale air purifier deals at a glance: Best large room air purifier deal Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max $199.99 (save $150) Get Deal Best premium air purifier deal Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP07 $459.99 (save $290) Get Deal Best Budget Air Purifier Deal Shark Air Purifier Max $179.99 (save $150) Get Deal Best air purifier deal for small rooms Levoit Sprout $179.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is winding down (ending on March 31,) but pollen season is just ramping up. If cleaner indoor air is already high on your shopping list, you've come to the right place. There are purifier deals aplenty with options for different kinds of living spaces and air purifying needs.

Whether you are dealing with spring pollen, pet dander, smoke, or just want to freshen up a stuffy room before allergy season really kicks in, these offers are worth a look — along with big discounts on the likes of Amazon Echos, budget TVs, and even robot vacuums.

Right now, the Shark Air Purifier Max is our pick of the bunch, balancing advanced air-cleaning technology with a budget-level price that will suit most shoppers on the hunt for an affordable, top-of-the-range model. Usually priced at $329.99, it's been slashed to just $179.99 — a saving of 45% off the list price.

Keep reading for a roundup of more air purifier deals from the Amazon Big Spring Sale.

Best budget air purifier deal Opens in a new window Credit: SharkNinja Shark Air Purifier Max $179.99 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

At $179.99, this Shark model is discounted by a massive 45%, which cuts a full $150 off its $329.99 list price. That is a major price drop for a purifier that comes from one of the best names in home appliance tech. SharkNinja have already conquered the air fryer world and continue to chase Dyson with vacuum tech. The US-based brand has delivered with this air purifier too, made even better by the Big Spring Sale discount.

The Shark Air Purifier Max is built for large rooms of 1,000 sq ft (though air purifiers for even bigger rooms are available in the Big Spring Sale) and uses Pure Air Microforce technology and an anti-allergen HEPA filter to capture 99.98% of all unwanted nasties — allergens, dust, pet dander, and pollutants. It also works with Clean Sense IQ technology, which continuously tracks the surrounding environment and adjusts the power in real time to deliver optimum air quality.

Best premium air purifier deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP07 $459.99 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $290   Get Deal Why we like it

If you want something more versatile, the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool HP07 is down to $459.99 from $749.99, saving you $290. While this is more of a premium investment, it’s easier to justify when you remember this is not just an air purifier — but effectively acts as room heater and fan, too. 

The HP07 combines HEPA and activated carbon filtration with whole-room heating and fan cooling, so it can stay in use year-round instead of being dragged out only when allergy season hits. Dyson says it captures 99.97% of microscopic allergens and pollutants as small as 0.3 microns, while also removing 97% of odors such as cooking smells, pet odors, and smoke. 

You also get app controls, voice compatibility, auto mode, night mode, and oscillation up to 350 degrees, which makes it a sleek option for shoppers who want cleaner air without adding yet another appliance to the room.

Best air purifier deal for small rooms Opens in a new window Credit: Levoit Levoit Sprout $179.99 at Amazon
$279.99 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

Yes, Levoit designed the Sprout air purifier to be used in the nursery or a kids' room, but it's the model I use in my bedroom as a grown adult. For starters, I'm in love with the nightlight feature that doubles as a sunrise alarm. I set it to a warm glow every night while getting ready for bed and reading (or doomscrolling). It provides the perfect amount of light for winding down.

The associated app is another one of my favorite features on this air purifier. It tracks air quality metrics like no other air purifier I've ever seen. It shows me overall CO2 levels n the room, temperature, humidity, VOCs, and even the outdoor AQI number in my area. These features are wonderful for giving parents peace of mind, but it's also a really great option for any bedroom. There's also a built-in speaker with a selection of pre-set sounds like white and pink noise. It's not the best speaker you've ever heard, but it does the job for these sounds.

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Our favorite camping power station just hit its lowest price ever

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:04

SAVE 20%: Mashable's pick for the best camping power station is down to its lowest price ever. As of March 30, you can get the EF EcoFlow River 3 Plus for $239.20 at Amazon, down from $299.

EF EcoFlow River 3 Plus $239.20 at Amazon
$299 Save $59.80   Get Deal at Amazon

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is almost over, but the retailer is still sneaking in a few record-low markdowns. Right now, you can grab the EF EcoFlow River 3 Plus for just $239.20, down from $299 (the lowest we've ever seen it). Since this is an active Lightning Deal, you'll need to move fast before it's gone — once it's fully claimed, the price goes right back up.

Pro tip: If you're stocking up on EcoFlow gear today, Amazon is also running a promo where you get a free item if you spend over $600 on qualifying products.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Spring Sale is still live: We found 100+ deals on Apple, Kindle, Bose, and Ninja

Mashable's power station expert, Lauren Allain, says the EcoFlow River 3 Plus is the best portable power station for camping. Because it weighs just over 10 pounds and features a built-in handle, you won't throw your back out hauling it to your tent. Spec-wise, you're looking at a 286Wh battery with three standard AC outlets. It delivers a steady 600W but can surge to 1200W for more demanding appliances.

It's also super practical for everyday home use. You can fully recharge it from a standard wall outlet in just an hour. Plus, it runs at a whisper-quiet 30 decibels and works as an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) — meaning it'll keep your WiFi router or desktop alive if the grid suddenly goes down.

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Is Jane still alive in the Paradise Season 2 finale?

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:00

The Paradise Season 2 finale was so chock-full of quantum computing talk and nuclear meltdown panic that you might have missed a key detail about one major character: Jane Driscoll (Nicole Brydon Bloom) may still be alive.

SEE ALSO: 'Paradise' Season 2's explosive finale reveals the truth about Alex

The last viewers saw of Jane, she was attempting to assassinate Dr. Torabi (Sarah Shahi) while she was in the shower. However, Dr. Torabi pulled a reverse Uno on Jane's Psycho plan with an ambush of her own, stabbing the rogue Secret Service agent. The fight ended with Jane bleeding out on the bathroom floor.

But is that really how a killer as relentless as Jane would go out on Paradise? The show's Season 2 finale, "Exodus," suggests not.

Towards the end of the action-packed episode, after the bunker's inhabitants evacuate due to an impending nuclear meltdown, Paradise shows scenes from the now-deserted bunker. Among them is a shot of Dr. Torabi's shower, which is now totally empty. That can only mean one thing: Jane somehow managed to leave Dr. Torabi's house. Knowing her, she probably even made it out of the bunker before it blew up, meaning she's loose and, let's face it, likely after the woman who stabbed her.

Jane being alive isn't that big a twist for Paradise. No one in this show seems to stay dead. Even dead characters return for flashbacks, and with the possibility of time travel on the horizon, maybe a resurrection or two is in the show's future. (Justice for Shailene Woodley's Annie!)

Plus, there are a few Jane-related loose ends Paradise needs to wrap up. In a flashback in Season 2, episode 6, a Circuit City employee named Don (Francois Battiste) gets a message that a killer will be born, and that she can be stopped if she hears the right message. That killer is Jane. Although we never actually hear what the all-important message is, we do know it was sent by a user named AlexQ, who is probably the very same Alex as Sinatra's (Julianne Nicholson) AI-powered quantum computer. Why did Alex send this message from the future, and what is the exact message that will stop Jane? That's for Paradise creator Dan Fogelman to know, and Season 3 to answer.

Paradise Season 2 is now streaming on Hulu.

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Paradise Season 2s explosive finale reveals the truth about Alex

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:00

Paradise Season 2 ends not with a bang, but with a full-on nuclear meltdown that blows up the Paradise bunker. But even then, that's somehow not the most explosive part of the episode.

SEE ALSO: 'Paradise' Season 2 drops a huge bombshell about Link and Sinatra

Instead, the biggest revelations of the finale, titled "Exodus," are all centered around Alex, the side project Samantha "Sinatra" Redmond (Julianne Nicholson) has been working on all season long. While you may have been able to guess at Alex's true nature thanks to some clues sprinkled throughout Paradise Season 2, we now have official answers to our most pressing Alex questions (as well as several more questions Season 3 needs to answer). Let's break it down.

Paradise's Alex is a quantum computer. Julianne Nicholson in "Paradise." Credit: Disney / Ser Baffo

Back in Season 2, episode 3, Paradise introduced Professor Henry Miller (Patrick Fischler), the head of Vestige Quantum. Working with his genius protégé Dylan (Thomas Doherty), also known as Link, he created a technology that Sinatra literally killed for. Now, in "Exodus," we learn exactly what that technology is. It's an AI-controlled quantum computer. The AI is named "Alex" in honor of Henry's wife (Gwen Holloway).

Paradise uses a lot of quantum computing buzzwords like "all-to-all platform," "neutral atoms," and "optical tweezers" to describe why Dylan's early prototype of what will become Alex is impressive. Sort through all that quantum noise and you'll learn what you really need to know, which is that Alex can predict any future problems within microseconds.

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That speed draws the attention of Sinatra, who wants to use Alex to solve the climate crisis. However, Henry has misgivings about the technology the more he works on it. As Alex grows more advanced, it begins to try to manipulate time, resulting in strange anomalies. For example, it's answering complex equations that no one has asked it to solve yet. (Yes, that means all your Paradise time travel theories are officially taking off.)

Henry's hesitation to keep working on Alex is what winds up getting him killed. Plus, the dangers of the machine's time manipulation explain why Dylan wants to "kill Alex" in the first place. However, in Sinatra's hands, Alex has grown more advanced than ever.

Where is Alex now in Paradise? Julianne Nicholson and Simon Templeman in "Paradise." Credit: Disney / Ser Baffo

Alex is now located in — gasp! — a second bunker, hidden under the Denver airport. It's under the supervision of Dr. Chase (Simon Templeman), a mysterious new figure introduced in "Exodus."

When Sinatra pays Alex and Dr. Chase a quick visit (apparently those trams from the main bunker can cover 100 miles with no problem), he informs her that Alex hasn't been activated, yet she's somehow communicating with them. Alex has been accurately predicting weather events, earthquakes, and even Sinatra's arrival. The machine has also printed a series of numbers, the first of which are two sets of coordinates: One points you to a mountain in Colorado, while the other points you to the Denver airport. Given that they're roughly 100 miles apart, these are the coordinates of the bunkers.

SEE ALSO: 'Paradise' Season 2: What is the message for Jane?

Above the numbers is a message that Alex is awaiting a user cryptically named X. Given that that's Xavier Collins' (Sterling K. Brown) nickname, Sinatra realizes that he is user X, and that he is meant to activate Alex. That tees up the biggest storyline for Paradise Season 3: Xavier's journey to Denver. However, there are still several important pieces in play in "Exodus."

Yes, Link is Sinatra's son Dylan. No, we don't know how it's possible. Thomas Doherty in "Paradise." Credit: Disney / Ser Baffo

Paradise Season 2, episode 7 reveals that the character we've known primarily by the codename Link is actually named Dylan, just like Sinatra's late son. He also has the same birthday. Coincidence, or quantum miracle?

Paradise opts for the latter, with Sinatra convinced that Dylan truly is her son. "I can't explain it, and it doesn't make sense, but somehow, I'm certain," she tells Dr. Chase. That's honestly how I feel talking about this twist!

SEE ALSO: Is Jane still alive in 'Paradise' Season 2?

Dylan still being alive is one of the "anomalies" created by Alex's time manipulation. That's all the clarification we get on that end, but hopefully Season 3 will give us more answers on that front.

Season 3 also needs to give us more answers about all the strange anomalies that have been causing nosebleeds throughout the season. The biggest example? Whatever is going on with Xavier's premonitions of him and Dylan walking through an unknown hallway. The pair finally link up in "Exodus," but we don't get payoff on the vision just yet. Whatever mission they're on will come somewhere down the line, perhaps when they're under the Denver airport.

Another loose end? The message that so urgently needs to be delivered to Jane (Nicole Brydon Bloom), whom Paradise implies is very much alive after her run-in with Dr. Torabi's (Sarah Shahi) machete.

What will happen when Xavier activates Alex in Paradise? Sterling K. Brown in "Paradise." Credit: Disney / Gilles Mingasson

By the end of "Exodus," Paradise has literally blown itself up. The bunker is gone, Sinatra along with it, and Xavier has the daunting task of activating Alex and saving the world. (In another moment of headache-inducing time-loop shenanigans, Sinatra says she believes he's already done so.)

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So what exactly will happen when Alex finishes her calculations and gets activated? Will she find a solution to the world's next crisis, in which trapped greenhouse gases from the super-volcanic eruption will heat Earth to an unbearable extreme? Or will she go full time travel mode and give Xavier the power to stop the entire apocalypse before it even begins?

Based on Sinatra's assertion that the quantum computer "can stop all of this. In fact, it already has stopped all of this," I'm going to guess the latter. In a bonkers move, Paradise could reset its entire timeline to the point that the show doesn't even come to pass. Maybe the apocalypse is successfully avoided, and characters like Cal Bradford (James Marsden) and Annie Clay (Shailene Woodley) never perish.

It would be a big swing, but when has Paradise ever gone small? This is a show that opened with an underground bunker reveal and only got wilder from there, and I trust Season 3 will be no different. Until then, I'll be blasting dramatic Phil Collins covers and trying to learn more about quantum computing in order to prepare.

Paradise Season 2 is now streaming on Hulu.

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Vibe coding could be slowing Apple app store approvals, report reveals

Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:58

AI-assisted app development, or vibe coding, is creating a bottleneck for Apple's App Store review process, with some developers reporting wait times stretching to weeks, Business Insider reports.

The number of new iOS apps released in the US grew nearly 55 percent year-over-year in January, following a 56 percent spike in December — the highest growth rate in four years, according to data from marketing intelligence firm Sensor Tower, according to Business Insider. The surge follows the mainstream rise of agentic coding tools in 2025, which have made it possible for just about anyone to build and ship an app.

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One vibe coder told Business Insider he's been waiting about 6 weeks to get his app approved, with update reviews taking anywhere from 2 days to a week. Others on the iOS programming subreddit have echoed the frustration, with some worried Apple could tighten its review standards to filter out low-quality AI-generated apps.

Apple pushed back on the characterization, telling Business Insider that 90 percent of submissions are still reviewed within 48 hours and that it has processed more than 200,000 submissions per week over the last three months, with an average review time of 1.5 days.

But analysts say Apple will need a longer-term fix. One market research analyst told Business Insider that their company will eventually have to move away from case-by-case gatekeeping toward something more like curation at scale.

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