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Today, Amazon announced that its annual Prime Big Deal Days event will run from Tuesday, Oct. 6, through Wednesday, Oct. 7. The 48-hour sale for Prime members, often referred to as "October Prime Day," serves as the retail giant's unofficial kickoff for the holiday shopping season.

Amazon moved up its flagship Prime Day sale from mid-July to late June this year, reportedly because of the timing of the FIFA World Cup and the U.S. 250th anniversary. But Prime Big Deal Days is happening during its usual fall time slot. Here's what you should know before you shop.

The best early Prime Big Deal Days offers we've spotted: Best freebie deal so far (tie) Amazon Music Unlimited (4 months) $0 (save $47.96 with Prime) Get Deal Best freebie deal so far (tie) Kindle Unlimited (3 months) $0 (save $35.97) Get Deal Best Fire tablet deal so far Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) $76.99 (save $78) Get Deal Best Amazon kids deal so far Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (64GB) $94.99 (save $85) Get Deal Best Fire TV Stick deal so far Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best (and only) Kindle deal so far Amazon Kindle Scribe Premium Pen $47.99 (save $32) Get Deal What is Prime Big Deal Days?

Prime Big Deal Days is a two-day, members-only sale that Amazon puts on every year in early October, a little over a month before Black Friday.

Amazon held its first fall Prime event in 2022, positioning it as "a chance to kick off the holiday shopping season early." That year, the event was called the Prime Early Access Sale. In 2023, Amazon renamed it to Prime Big Deal Days and expanded its scope to cover "everything Prime members need for Autumn," including early holiday offers and deals on seasonal household essentials like groceries.

The best early deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days Credit: Amazon

Prime Big Deal Days' deepest discounts typically go to Amazon devices like Kindle e-readers and Echo smart speakers. (It is an Amazon event, after all.) In the weeks leading up to the event, some of those devices are already on sale.

As of mid-September, the best early Prime Big Deal Days offers take up to 60% off select Fire tablets, Fire TV Sticks, and Kindle accessories:

• Amazon Fire HD 10 (32GB) — $76.99 $154.99 (save $78)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 (64GB) — $84.99 $129.99 (save $45)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (64GB) — $94.99 $169.99 (save $85)

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro (64GB) — $94.99 $169.99 (save $85)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick HD — $17.99 $39.99 (save $22)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select — $19.99 $49.99 (save $30)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus — $39.99 $69.99 (save $30)

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max — $49.99 $84.99 (save $35)

• Amazon Fire TV Cube — $109.99 $199.99 (save $90)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe Premium Pen — $47.99 $79.99 (save $32)

Additionally, shoppers can take advantage of free or dirt-cheap extended trials of Amazon services ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. A couple of the deals are open to everyone, not just Prime members.

Those who haven't tried Amazon Music Unlimited before can get four free months' worth of the streaming service with a Prime membership. (Nonmembers get three months free.) Prime also unlocks a $0.99 per month deal for four months of Audible Standard, an audiobook service.

SEE ALSO: I tested all of Amazon's e-readers, and this is the best Kindle to buy

Kindle Unlimited, Amazon's e-book subscription service, is now free for your first three months, no matter your Prime status.

From now through Oct. 5, the day before Prime Big Deal Days starts, Prime members can save $20 on Grubhub orders of $30 or more by entering the code DEALS20 at checkout. (Reminder: One of Amazon's Prime benefits is a free Grubhub+ membership worth about $120 per year.)

Finally, if you buy or lease a new car through Amazon Autos from now until Oct. 7 — yes, Amazon sells cars — you'll receive a free $1,500 gift card, so long as you're a Prime member.

What to expect once Prime Big Deal Days starts

Beyond the Amazon of it all, Prime Big Deal Days normally features deals on products from popular brands like Apple, Bissell, Bose, Dyson, Eufy, Keurig, KitchenAid, Lego, Ninja, Samsung, and Sony. That includes gadgets like headphones, earbuds, laptops, tablets, TVs, gaming gear, and robot vacuums.

We expect Prime Big Deal Days tech deals to be especially popular this year, given the ongoing RAM shortage that's forced extensive price hikes across the market. Just last month, Amazon itself raised the prices of over 20 of its devices due to "significant increases in memory and storage component costs," a company rep told Fortune.

In a blog post, Amazon said it will drop new deals three times per day while Prime Big Deal Days is live: at 3 a.m., 11 a.m., and 4 p.m. ET. These limited-time offers will be called "Today's Big Deals" and involve "some of the best savings of the season’s newest models and brands," it said, including Shark and Anker's Soundcore line.

Will any retailers be competing with Prime Big Deal Days?

Other major retailers typically run their own sales alongside Prime Big Deal Days.

So far, Target has confirmed that it will host a concurrent Circle Deal Days sale from Oct. 6 to 7. The event is open to members of its Target Circle loyalty program, which is free to join, though upgrading to the paid Target Circle 360 membership tier gets you early access on Oct. 5.

Do you need to be a Prime member to shop Prime Big Deal Days? Credit: Amazon

Like summer's main Prime Day sale, Prime Big Deal Days is only open to members of Amazon's Prime program. However, you're still eligible for the deals even if you're only on a trial Prime membership. Most people get 30 days free, but college students and those ages 18 to 24 get six whole months of Prime for free through the Prime for Young Adults program.

To sign up for Prime, visit amazon.com/amazonprime. Just remember to cancel your membership before the trial period expires to avoid having your account converted to a paid subscription. (Amazon currently charges $14.99 per month or $139 per year; Prime for Young Adult members receive a 50% discount.)

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Best DeWalt deals on Amazon right now: DeWalt Portable Tire Inflator $89.99 (save $10) Get Deal DeWalt 20V MAX XR 3-Speed Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit $99 (save $32.51) Get Deal DeWalt 20V MAX 6.0Ah Premium Lithium-Ion Battery 2-Pack $179 (Save $100) Get Deal DeWalt 20V MAX XR Impact Driver & Hammer Drill PowerPack Combo Kit $299 (Save $50) Get Deal

If you've ever had to pause a project halfway through because your single power tool battery died — or spent twenty minutes pumping up a low tire with a hand pump — you already know the value of reliable gear. DeWalt’s 20V MAX system is a staple for a reason, but filling out your toolbox at full retail price gets expensive fast.

Amazon just slashed prices on a solid lineup of DeWalt essentials, with deals starting at $89.99. We sorted through the sale to highlight the gear worth your money, ranked from the cheapest entry point to the bigger investment kits.

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Having a portable air compressor in your trunk saves you from hunting down gas station pumps or sweating over a manual bike pump. At under $90, this DeWalt inflator gives you reliable emergency power in a package that weighs under a pound and a half.

It tops off a standard car tire from 30 to 36 PSI in under a minute, hitting a maximum pressure of 150 PSI. You set your target pressure or choose a preset for cars, bikes, or sports equipment, and the digital screen automatically shuts off the pump when it hits the mark, so you don't blow out a tire.

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If you don't already own an oscillating multi-tool, it's easily the most surprisingly useful device you can add to your workshop. Think of it as the ultimate problem solver for precise jobs that regular saws or sanders can't reach — like trimming door jambs during a flooring install, or plunging straight into drywall for a new outlet box.

The DeWalt 20V MAX XR 3-Speed Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit has a tool-free accessory system that lets you swap out blades and attachments without fumbling around for an Allen wrench. It features a three-speed toggle alongside a pressure-sensitive trigger, giving you total control so you don't accidentally chew through your material. Add in an efficient brushless motor that squeezes extra runtime out of your 20V battery, plus a built-in LED light to illuminate tight, dark corners, and it easily earns its spot in your kit.

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There is nothing worse than hitting a wall on a project because your only battery died halfway through. This Lithium-Ion battery two-pack fixes that by giving you two high-capacity 6.0Ah batteries, so you can keep one powering your tool while the other juices up on the charger.

At 6.0Ah each, these hold significantly more juice than the basic 2.0Ah batteries bundled in standard kits, giving you the extended runtime needed for power-hungry tools like saws and grinders. They don't drain themselves while sitting idle in your garage, and the built-in 3-LED fuel gauge lets you check remaining power with a quick button press. Plus, they recharge in just 60 minutes and work with every DeWalt 20V MAX tool you own.

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If you need a real drill and driver setup that won't quit on heavy projects, this Impact Driver and Hammer Drill PowerPack combo kit packs the absolute heavy hitters of DeWalt's 20V MAX lineup. The hammer drill has more than double the power of older baseline models, spinning up to 2,000 RPM so you can bore through tough brick, masonry, or dense hardwoods without the motor stalling out.

The impact driver churns out 1,825 in-lbs of torque, which is more than enough muscle to sink thick lag bolts or drive long deck screws without stripping the heads or snapping your wrist. Instead of packing in cheap entry-level batteries that drain in twenty minutes, DeWalt includes two of its next-gen PowerPack batteries and a charger. That means you get higher power output, better heat management under heavy loads, and enough runtime to keep both tools working side by side all afternoon.

More DeWalt tool deals

• DeWalt 5-Inch Variable Speed Random Orbit Sander — $79 $99 (save $20)

• DeWalt STEALTHSONIC 6-Gallon 5 HP Wet Dry Shop Vac — $139.99 $169.99 (save $30)

• DeWalt STEALTHSONIC 6-Gallon 5 HP Wet Dry Shop Vac with 6 Dust Bags — $159.99 $179.97 (save $19.98)

• DeWalt 20V MAX XR 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit with 5Ah Powerstack Battery — $199 $249 (save $50)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Drill Driver and Oscillating Multi-Tool Combo Kit — $249 $299 (save $50)

I have a lot of video files scattered between my Plex library and shared folders full of family videos. Some have subtitles, plenty don't, and I wanted an easy way to transcribe them without uploading personal footage to a third-party cloud service. While looking for something that could handle the job locally, I came across Whisperer on GitHub.

SAVE $35.97: Now through Oct. 8, new and returning subscribers can get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free as an early Prime Big Deal Days deal. It usually costs $11.99 per month, so you'll save nearly $36 across three months.

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Amazon's annual Prime Big Deal Days event is upon us and will run from Tuesday, Oct. 6, through Wednesday, Oct. 7.

To kick off the celebration extra early, Amazon is giving Prime members three free months of Kindle Unlimited. Typically $11.99 per month, that's a total of $35.97 in savings. The deal is available for both new and returning subscribers who are also Prime members. You'll have until the Prime Big Deal Days event wraps up on Oct. 8 to sign up for free.

I sign up for this deal whenever I'm eligible (generally a few times per year during Prime events), which means I have to cancel every so often. But Kindle Unlimited is one of the only subscriptions I do actually pay for throughout the rest of the year. I cannot recommend it enough for anyone looking to up their reading numbers.

As the name suggests, Kindle Unlimited essentially gives you unlimited access to as many titles as you want via the Kindle app. Technically, you can only borrow up to 20 books at a time, but you can return them and borrow more whenever you wish. There are no wait times or due dates like Libby (no shade to the beloved free library app), so you can read new releases and popular titles at your own pace.

Not every book will be included in Kindle Unlimited, but the library is brimming with excellent picks, from BookTok favorites to classics to brand-new releases. Currently, you can find popular titles like Just For the Plot by Meghan Quinn, The Last to Drown by Noelle W. Ihli, and Saving Noah by Lucinda Berry, as well as series like Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower.

You don't even need a Kindle to take advantage of Kindle Unlimited. You can simply download the Kindle app to any compatible device and read from anywhere. Of course, a Kindle will give you the best user experience with the app, and there's a good chance you'll find one on sale during the Prime Big Deal Days event (we'll keep you updated).

You'll automatically be charged the full $11.99 cost per month once the free promotional period ends, so be sure to cancel if you want to avoid that charge. Though I truly think Kindle Unlimited is one of those rare subscriptions that is actually worth the price.

Samsung Galaxy devices are some of the best Android phones you can buy, and that's because they're packed with features. Most Galaxy phones are full of exclusive features fans love, but there are dozens more that don't get talked about enough and deserve far more attention.

SAVE $30: The Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99 at Walmart, down from the list price of $129.99. That's a 23% discount.

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Now that we're in the middle of September, it's prime time for excellent walks. Summer heat has dissipated, and soon brightly-colored leaves will take over. Once that happens, it's time to pop in the earbuds and head out on a walk. If your old AirPods barely hold a charge, it's time for an upgrade, and lucky for us, there's a rare sale.

As of Sept. 15, the Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $99 at Walmart, down from the list price of $129.99. That's a 23% discount that shaves $30.99 off the price.

With a shorter stem and better contour for comfort, the Apple AirPods 4 get up to five hours of listening time, which bumps up to 30 hours thanks to the case. Both the AirPods themselves and the case carry an IP54 rating against dust, sweat, and water, making them even more friendly for fall walks.

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Apple used the H2 chip in the AirPods 4 for improved call quality and overall sound. The voice isolation is a step up compared to the previous generation, and they're designed to better block out distracting background noise. The case is also 10% smaller than the AirPods 3 case.

Adding to the convenience, the AirPods 4 have an optical sensor that automatically pauses playback when you take them out of your ears and resumes when they're back in. Of course, you can also use the Apple Find My network to track down any missing AirPods or the charging case.

Since they're on sale for under $100 at Walmart, make the upgrade to the Apple AirPods 4. Even if your current headphones are doing OK, it's always smart to have a backup pair on hand, and we don't see this sale price often.

I’m not a religious person. I put my faith in art over god and man. Through creative collaboration, we create something bigger than ourselves, and possibly eternal. In art, we become gods, creating worlds, heroes, and stories that give others hope, agony, and ecstasy. 

In the dark of a theater, an audience is given a chance to feel seen while not being perceived. You don’t need a brave face here. You just need a beating heart. In this way, Elsinore is a religious experience. 

SEE ALSO: TIFF 2026 preview: 18 films (and shows) you'll want to see (and how)

The latest from Andrew Scott stars the critically revered Irish actor as Ian Charleson, the Scottish actor best remembered for Chariots of Fire. However, written by Stephen Beresford, this film focuses on the last play of Charleson's life, when he starred as Hamlet in the National Theater production, while he was dying from AIDS (unbeknownst to the public).

As you might predict, the Shakespearean tragedy about death and regret proves a powerful parallel to the actor's own story. But even as accolades stack up for Scott's performance here, I don't think you can be adequately prepared for what Elsinore truly has in store. 

Elsinore is not about death, but how we choose to live.  Andrew Scott in "Elsinore." Credit: Anthony Dickenson / Focus Features

Set a 1989 London, Elsinore plays out at the height of the AIDS crisis. Men around the world are dying at astonishing numbers, while governments largely ignore their plight. The film picks up with Ian well aware of his status, leaning on loved ones who know, and in some cases are afflicted themselves.

At 40 years old, he's aware that his time is short. So what will he do with it? Once the opportunity to play Hamlet on England's prestigious stage is presented, he refuses to turn it down even as his doctor (Olivia Colman) tells him the rigors of such an endeavor will only hurt his longevity. To this, Ian proclaims he'd "rather die from Hamlet than AIDS."

As dour as the setup sounds, Elsinore is defiantly streaked with joy and laughs. It's a funny movie in the face of death, and rightly so. During a panel at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), Scott — who also produced Elsinore — explained that this humor was essential, because "the great thing about human beings is that we always look for the light." So, it's just honest to have humor even in these places dark and tragic. After all, Shakespeare did it himself. There is humor in Hamlet too. 

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In Elsinore, some of the film's comedy comes from the world of theater, where big personalities shine, including a stage door worker, who has the ruthless wit of Hamlet's gravedigger. Elsewhere, Billie Piper, who plays Ian's best friend, gossipy casting agent Patsy Pollock, also brings light and levity alongside her on-screen daughter (Sadie Soverall). Through them, Elsinore gives the audience an understanding of Ian beyond his work, as a friend and an uncle, who bellows gleefully as he speaks of theater and love. Yet, this isn’t a glowing portrayal.

A subplot about his soured relationship with queer filmmaker Derek Jarman (David Dawson) explores resentment, possible regrets, and the pressure of being an openly queer figure in the world. Essentially, Derek challenges Ian to come out publicly about his sexuality and his diagnosis, calling him a coward if he doesn't. This thread is frustratingly still of great relevance today, as LGBTQ people's bodies are politicized for merely existing. To the credit of Elsinore director Simon Stone, the film's arguments for privacy versus public openness are hotly argued without determining one as right or wrong. Instead, both how these men chose to live, and how they choose to die, is given the space and dignity to be on their own terms.  

Andrew Scott is phenomenal in Elsinore.   Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman in "Elsinore." Credit: Anthony Dickenson / Focus Features

While critics out of Telluride Film Festival and TIFF have been mixed on the movie itself, Scott is being universally praised for his performance here. There’s no surprise in that. Not only is Scott one of the most mesmerizing actors working in film and theater today, but Elsinore also has a script that gives him plenty to sink his teeth into. Some may say this is a career-best performance for Scott. But such superlatives risk making reviews feel too easily outdated, as from Fleabag to Ripley, All of Us Strangers to Elsinore, Scott keeps delivering outstanding portrayals. 

However, I won't take for granted the tactility that Scott brings to Elsinore. Fear of AIDS at this time was so terrible and ignorant that many feared even touching a patient, a point illustrated by a skittish doctor who washes his hands twice after examining Ian's body. Within this context, the holding of a hand, the clutch of a hug, the stroke of a face, carries a heavier, emotional weight. Scott clearly understands the significance. It is not just in how he touches others, but in how he responds to touch. The treasure of that connection rendered onscreen is so profound that you can practically feel it on your own fingertips.

Herein lies the magic of cinema, where what we see and hear becomes so visceral we can practically sense the warmth of an outstretched hand or the smooth chill of Yorick's skull. And in this experience, we are invited, not only to understand Ian's journey, but also to reflect on our own. None of us are getting out alive. So what do we choose to live for while we can?

SEE ALSO: ‘It’s a Sin’ is a poignant series following a group of friends through the '80s AIDS epidemic

Not every moment in Elsinore is as eloquent as these subtle moments of pleasure and pain through touch. In the third act, Stone falters in his faith in the audience, leaning into clichéd montage depicting terminal illness through maudlin visuals. Stone might've trusted in the Bard, as Charleson did to define Ian's exit. There was a version of this movie, perhaps, where we leave him on the stage, allowing his work to speak for him as he'd hoped. Instead, Stone gives us sickly gray scenes of the actor's decay and thunderous body tremors. Then, he frustratingly fumbles the film's final moment with a clumsy and confounding music cue. 

There’s something ironic in this, because within Elsinore, Ian gripes that Chariots of Fire will be most remembered for its score, not his part in it. Yet in the final shot of Ian, Stone chooses to swell Stefan Gregory's score to drown out all other sounds. Here is supposed to be a scene depicting a theater tradition that Ian spoke of with intense reverence, where the ensemble shows support for an actor by banging collectively on their respective dressing room windows. It's meant to show you are seen, claimed, and loved. And yet, Stone won't let us hear the banging, which might clatter like applause to the very heavens. It's instead a soaring instrumental. In a movie so clearly in love with life and touch, it's so frustrating that Elsinore's final moment misses the opportunity to drive that home with the incredible power of the sound of human hands. Because in the end, it is our striving to connect and find light in the dark that allows us to live through art, past death.

Elsinore was reviewed out if its Canadian premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.

TL;DR: Live stream select La Liga fixtures for free on CazéTV. Access these free live streams from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The Premier League has fast-paced football that's all about physicality. The Bundesliga has the best attendances in incredible stadia. Ligue 1 is all about young talent coming up against the strength of PSG. But what about La Liga? The top of the Spanish football league system leads the way in technical ability and superstar names.

Of course, a lot of fans watch La Liga to follow Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, but there's so much more on offer from this incredible league. Want to see for yourself? It has never been easier to watch online.

If you want to watch 2026-27 La Liga for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

What is La Liga?

La Liga is a professional football league in Spain and the highest level of the Spanish football league system. It is controlled by the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Profesional and is contested by 20 teams over a 38-matchday season.

The defending champions are Barcelona.

When is La Liga?

The 2026/27 La Liga season will start on Aug. 15. The campaign will likely end on May 23 or May 30.

How to watch La Liga for free

CazéTV will be showing select La Liga fixtures for free on their YouTube channel.

These free live streams are geo-restricted to Brazil, but anyone can bypass these restrictions with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Brazil, meaning you can unblock free live streams of the La Liga from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the 2026-27 La Liga by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend 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 Brazil

4. Visit CazéTV

5. Watch La Liga fixtures for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams of La Liga without committing your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch select fixtures (plus coverage of the Premier League, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1) before recovering your investment.

If you want to retain permanent access to free live streams all season, you will need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for live sport is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for CazeTV?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream for free on CazéTV, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries, including Brazil

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

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to 10 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 — 80% 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 a money-back guarantee).

Live stream La Liga for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Apple’s AirPods are so ubiquitous, they’ve become the Kleenex of Bluetooth earbuds. But whether you own an iPhone or an Android, AirPods are hardly the only compelling option. As long as you stay clear of the cheapest budget options you see in checkout lines, Bluetooth earbuds, in general, are all pretty awesome.

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TL;DR: Shoppers can buy one case from Casetify and get a second for 15% off using the exclusive promo code IMPACT2026 at checkout.

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Buying any new device is a pricey endeavor, which is why it's so important to find a sturdy case to protect your investment.

Casetify makes it easy to find something, and the retailer really shines for its abundance of fun designs. It's an excellent way to personalize your favorite devices, and right now you can even take advantage of a special BOGO offer from Casetify if you need multiple cases.

As of Sept. 15, shoppers can buy one case and get the second for 15% off by using the code IMPACT2026 at checkout. Casetify offers a wide range of cases for your iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.

There are a few exclusions to keep in mind for this offer, including Co-lab, Sales, Ripple case, Cloud case, and the iPhone 18 collection.

SEE ALSO: The new AirPods 5 are available for pre-order at Amazon and Apple

If none of those exclusions apply to you, then you're in for a real treat with Casetify. They offer everything from floral patterns to animal patterns, fun cartoons, and fine art prints, so you can find the style that best suits your personal taste. You can use the filter menu to narrow cases by the type of device you're searching for, or by case type, depending on how sturdy you want the build to be.

An offer like this may not last long, so don't miss out on this great chance to buy one case and get the second for 15% off at Casetify with code IMPACT2026 at checkout.

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Android's default keyboard, Gboard, ships with clever predictions and slick design, but it also ships with a permanent connection to Google's servers. HeliBoard, a free and open-source alternative, actually makes a pretty good case for a replacement.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals Elite Trainer Box is on sale for $114.47 at Amazon, down from its $121.99 list price.

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Any Pokémon TCG collectors still chasing Destined Rivals have another chance to pick up its increasingly rare Elite Trainer Box for less than the going market rate. 

As of Sept. 15, the Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals Elite Trainer Box costs $114.47 at Amazon (shipping included), compared with the retailer’s $121.99 typical price. That takes $7.52 off, with the box shipped and sold directly by Amazon rather than a marketplace seller. 

Even cheaper than the $115.98 deal we covered a week ago, this not only undercuts TCGplayer’s estimated market price of $115.38 by 91 cents but also beats listings on the trading card site itself, where prices go as low as $115.53. 

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Nine titular Destined Rivals booster packs are packed into the ETB, making the Amazon deal equivalent to about $12.72 per pack before counting the extras. You're saving 77 cents per pack compared to buying them individually on Amazon for $13.49.

The bundle also contains the full-art Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet promo, 65 card sleeves, 45 Energy cards, seven dice, condition markers, four dividers, a player’s guide, a collector’s box, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. 

If Amazon stock runs out, Walmart is matching the $114.47 price from third-party seller Rares Market (fulfilled by Walmart). 

If you’re after any of this Pokémon TCG expansion’s rarest and priciest chase cards in particular — be it the SIR Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex ($445+), SIR Cynthia’s Garchomp ex ($230+), or SIR Ethan’s Ho-Oh ex ($150+) — you can buy any single Destined Rivals card at TCGplayer.   

I still value my Google Chromecast with Google TV dongle because I don’t mind when it slows down a little, since I only use it on an older TV to stream movies and shows. So when I ran into a visual problem and thought my dongle was dead, I found it just needed a quick settings adjustment to come back to life. Some have claimed their dongle received an update that broke their Google TV stick, but mine still worked until one day it showed that lovely black screen of death on an old TV that replaced my dead one. Sometimes it’s just one setting that causes the black screen; other times, it's more complex.

PopSockets just launched the Low-Pro Case, a new line of MagSafe iPhone cases and the first expansion of its Low-Pro line. The three-in-one MagSafe case supports wireless charging and also includes a collapsible Low-Pro Grip and a built-in phone stand.

Earlier this year (June 16, to be exact), PopSockets launched its Low-Pro Grip — a series of ultra-thin magnetic grips designed to lie flush against the back of your phone — exclusively in Apple stores. The Low-Pro Grip is just 2.6 mm when collapsed, and PopSockets says the launch received tons of positive feedback (most likely from people like me who can't stand when things are even a little bit off). PopSockets founder David Barnet told Mashable the Low-Pro is the brand's most popular new launch since the company's earliest days.

SEE ALSO: We found the best iPhone 18 Pro cases and grips to protect your new phone

So, naturally, the company is taking the concept further by embedding that same disappearing grip directly into a protective phone case. According to PopSockets, the new Low-Pro Case offers:

• Integrated Low-Pro Grip

• Adjustable stand for both portrait and landscape viewing

• 10-foot drop and 360-degree phone protection

• Optimized for MagSafe cases

• Wireless charging (meaning the phone charges wirelessly through the case and grip)

Here's what the new case looks like in practice:

The new PopSockets Low-Pro Case features a built-in grip and integrated kickstand ring. Credit: Mashable | Timothy Beck Werth A side view of the PopSockets Low-Pro Case. Credit: Mashable | Timothy Beck Werth

And here's how it works: instead of snapping an accessory onto your existing phone case, this is a grip and case in one. It uses a flexible unibody design with a built-in grip that expands when you need to hold your phone, then collapses flat when you slide it into your pocket. It also has a metal ring that functions as a phone stand.

Launching Sept. 15 for $59.99, the new PopSockets Low-Pro Case is available for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max as well as the newly announced iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max (the Low-Pro Grip costs $39.99 on its own). For now, it comes in black and burgundy and is available for sale on Amazon, Best Buy, and the PopSockets website.

Our tech editor demoed the new case in person with Barnett and can confirm that the grip is "extraordinarily thin." While it might feel a bit flimsy due to the ultra-thin, flexible parts, Barnett says they tested the grip and found it could support over 40 pounds. The company discovered this fact in a very scientific "Fanta test," as you can see in this TikTok:

Sarah Michelle Gellar landed a perfect smack to the cancellation of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot on the Emmys stage.

Joined by her Buffy co-star David Boreaneaz to present Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, the star took one moment to drive a stake through the heart of the unrealised series.

"You know, Sarah, I always through that Buffy and Angel would end up together,” said Boreaneaz.

"Well, I guess we won't find out," responded Gellar.

Gellar, who played vampire slayer Buffy Summers for seven seasons of the series from 1997 to 2003, had been working with director Chloé Zhao on a reboot, with Hulu and Searchlight Television on board. In March 2026, Gellar told People she got a call at SXSW and was told the series wasn't happening after all: "I was just about to take the stage in front of all the fans. Hulu had decided not to move forward with the Buffy revival. Let me tell you, nobody saw this coming."

For Buffy fans, the ceremony had a more heartbreaking moment, with the Emmys' "In Memoriam" segment paying tribute to late actor Anthony Head, who played debonair librarian and Watcher Rupert Giles in the series.

For everything that happened at the 2026 Emmys, we've got you covered.

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I'm no stranger to using different keyboard layouts. I'm a big mechanical keyboard fan, and I still use typewriters, even in 2026. The IBM Selectric I grew up with had a QWERTY layout, and the vintage (well, more like dilapidated and in bad need of some oil) Smith Corona I'm using now also uses the layout. In the late 1800s, QWERTY became the standard for typewriter keyboard layouts. But in the 1930s, another layout emerged: Dvorak. It looked like it could beat QWERTY on paper, but it never quite got there. I wanted to find out why (and give it a go myself).

In case you missed Apple's Sept. 9 event, there are a few new iPhones in town. And the big carriers are already competing to offer the best iPhone preorder deals and lock in new customers. Remember: The new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be available for preorder from Sept. 12 at 8 a.m. ET, so you can secure your new phone ASAP.

The best iPhone 18 preorder deals at a glance: Preorder at T-Mobile Get iPhone 18 Pro for free with qualifying trade-in or by switching Get Deal Preorder at AT&T Get iPhone 18 Pro for free with qualifying trade-in Get Deal Preorder at Visible Get $480 of monthly service credits with purchase Get Deal Preorder at Total Wireless Take $600 off iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max Get Deal Preorder at Apple Get up to $885 in credit with trade-in Get Deal

By now, the annual iPhone launch is basically the first indicator of fall. The foldable iPhone Duo has captured most of the hype this year, but the tried-and-true iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max flagship models also deliver exciting new updates. While the Duo won't be available until October, the 18 Pro and Pro Max hit shelves on Friday, Sept. 18.

The new Pro models come in four new colors: deep black, silver, burgundy, and glacier blue. The 18 Pro starts at $1,199, while the Pro Max starts at $1,299 for the 256GB models (storage options go up to 2TB). That's a $100 price increase over last year, and new phones keep getting more expensive. Fortunately for our wallets, carriers like T-Mobile are offering up to $1,200 off, and you can also take advantage of the Apple Upgrade program if you don't mind leasing your iPhone.

SEE ALSO: Get an iPhone 18 Pro case to go along with your new phone Save up to $1,200 with iPhone 18 preorder deals

If you're ready to preorder your new device but your wallet isn't quite keeping up with your enthusiasm, we've found a few ways to save money. To take advantage of most carriers' offers, you'll need to switch providers, trade in an older iPhone, or choose a specific phone plan. Smaller carriers like Visible and Total Wireless are also offering up to half off the new iPhone if you sign up for certain plans.

Here are the best preorder deals for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max:

• T-Mobile: Get the iPhone 18 Pro for free when you switch to T-Mobile and bring your number or trade-in an eligible phone on an Experience Beyond plan. You can also score up to $930 in trade-in credit when you switch a line to T-Mobile's Experience More or Go5G Plus plans.

• Total Wireless: Save $600 on iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max on the All Access plan.

• Apple: Trade in an iPhone 13 or later model and get between $175 and $885 in credit towards the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max. You can also score up to $1,200 in trade-in credit through specific carriers.

• AT&T: Get the iPhone 18 Pro for free or up to $1,200 off iPhone 18 Pro Max with qualifying trade-ins of iPhone 14 or later and activation on AT&T Premium 2.0 plan or higher. You can also get up to $800 in credit to pay off your current device just by switching to AT&T.

• Verizon: Get up to $1,200 off when you add a new line (with qualified trade-in) on eligible myPlan or up to $1,020 off when you upgrade with an eligible trade-in on existing myPlan.

• Visible: Buy the iPhone 18 Pro with Visible+ Pro and receive $480 through monthly service credits. New and existing members are eligible.

• Walmart: The big box retailer doesn't have any preorder deals just yet, but you can finance the new iPhone and pay as little as $78/month if you qualify through OnePay, a Klarna-backed service.

• Xfinity: Get the iPhone 18 Pro Max for free with a qualifying trade-in and device payment plan on the Mobile Plus plan.

What about Amazon iPhone preorder deals?

As of this writing, Amazon's iPhone 18 Pro listings aren't live, and Amazon typically isn't the best place to shop for new Apple smartphones. However, we'll update this page if any iPhone 18 Pro Amazon deals appear in the days ahead. In the meantime, you can preorder the new AirPods 5 and Apple Watches at Amazon.

Apple AirPods 5 earbuds $124.99 at Amazon
  Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at Apple.com Pre-order Here at Walmart Apple Watch Series 12 (GPS, 42mm) $399 at Amazon
  Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at Best Buy Pre-order Here at Walmart Apple iPhone 18 Pro, 256GB Save up to $1,200 at T-Mobile
  See It at T-Mobile See It at AT&T Wireless See It at Walmart iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256GB Save up to $1,200 at T-Mobile
  See It at T-Mobile See It at Walmart See It at Apple.com SEE ALSO: Apple iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: How to decide between them

I've used Excel for long enough to know that it isn't the first tool I'd reach for when I want to draw a picture, plan a room, or design a craft project. But a blank worksheet has helped me get creative, have a bit of fun, and sometimes even solve a problem faster than I could with a piece of paper or a dedicated app. Once you stop thinking of Excel as just somewhere to enter data, its grid becomes a surprisingly useful playground.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Mini Tin is on sale for $68.40 at Amazon, down from its $75.95 list price.

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The Pokémon TCG’s 30th Celebration expansion is about to drop, but you can already buy one of its coveted mini tins for closer to market price at Amazon.

As of Sept. 15, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Mini Tin is available to preorder on Amazon for $68.40, saving $7.55 off its current standard price of $75.95. Shipped and sold by third-party seller San Diego Cards, these Mini Tins (randomly selected) will be delivered between Oct. 8-13 at the time of writing. 

Unlike Pokémon’s main 30th Celebration collection that’s launching on Sept. 16, including the 30th Celebration ETB, the Mini Tins don’t release until Oct. 2 — and will be dispatched from then. If you want yours slightly earlier, Amazon also has a $69.95 option from Kings Games, which costs $1.55 more but currently carries an earlier Oct. 6 delivery estimate.

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Each Mini Tin packs in two 30th Celebration booster packs, a sticker sheet, a matching Pokémon art card, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. There are 10 different tin artworks to collect, and putting all of the art cards together forms two larger images themed around the brightness of day and the coolness of night. 

In each 30th Celebration Pack, you’ll find five foil Pokémon cards, including one of 30 unique Pikachu illustrations, plus a foil Basic Energy card.

If there are any rare single cards from Pokémon’s 30th Celebration expansion you’d like, you can already preorder on TCGplayer. 

At last Rhea Seehorn has won the Emmy she's long deserved, and in her acceptance speech above you can see how much the moment means to her.

"Gosh, sorry. This is me on a beta blocker, it's pretty bad," jokes Seehorn in the 2026 Emmys clip above, as she takes to the stage to accept the Lead Actress in a Drama Series award for Pluribus.

"Thank you, Vince Gilligan, for giving me not only the role of a lifetime, but for creating sets where we all get to collaborate, and we are actually made to feel safe so we get better as artists."

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