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The top 5 Prime Day Apple deals: Score savings on the Apple Watch, MacBooks, AirPods & iPads

Mashable - Thu, 07/10/2025 - 02:03
The best Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 (save $150) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) $279.99 (save $119.99) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Pro (USB-C) $149 (save $100) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $379 (save $120) Get Deal Best Apple accessory Apple AirTag (4-pack) $64.99 (save $34.01) Get Deal

Happy Prime Day!

While Amazon sales don't always live up to the hype, for Prime Day 2025, Amazon went hard. And that's especially true if you're an Apple loyalist, as virtually every Apple product line is now at or near record-low prices.

On the second day of the members-only sale, you can get AirPods starting at just $89. You can score the latest AirPods Pro for $149. The popular Apple Watch Series 10 and the 11-inch iPad are marked down to $279.99. And don't forget about AirTags. You can get a four-pack of AirTags for $64.99.

Remember: this year, Prime Day continues through Friday, July 11 — making this the longest Prime Day ever — and we'll be keeping a close eye on Apple prices the whole way through. However, don't wait too long to shop — the $399 AirPods Max deal is already sold out, and Prime Day isn't even halfway done.

Read on for our running guide to the best Prime Day Apple deals. And if our discount hunters spot a better deal on Apple products at Best Buy or Walmart, we'll be sure to let you know.

Best MacBook deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849.99 at Amazon
$999 Save $149.01 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the M4 MacBook Air.

Even at full price, the M4 MacBook Air is an impressively good value, especially considering its brand. For anyone who doesn't need the heavier specs of the Pro (and the additional literal weight that comes along with that), the Air is a great machine. It can handle audio and some video editing, most tasks students will need it for, and general day-to-day tasks with ease.

At $150 off, the 13-inch Air with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage offers an especially good value. It's a price point that might be bested later this week in favor of the $829 record-low price we saw it briefly hit in late-June. But even if it doesn't, this current deal is still a great one to pick up.

MacBook Air dealsMacBook Pro dealsBest Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) $279.99 at Amazon
$399 Save $119.01 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Apple Watch Series 10.

The Apple Watch Series 10 frequently gets discounted at Amazon, but it's never dipped to $279.99 before — this is a new record-low price. It's an excellent deal on our favorite smartwatch fitness tracker, especially if you're already deep in the Apple ecosystem.

Though it's missing a blood oxygen sensor, it still works as a pedometer, heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, menstrual cycle tracker, and wrist temperature monitor, to name just a few of its functions. Its ultra-lightweight design doesn't sacrifice a larger display that makes reading all those metrics as easy as possible.

Apple Watch Ultra dealsApple Watch Series 10 dealsApple Watch SE dealsThe best AirPods Prime Day deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $149 at Amazon
$249 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Apple AirPods Pro.

For Apple fans, we have a can't-miss AirPods Prime Day deal. Even with the many noise-cancelling earbuds options on the market, the AirPods Pro remain one of the best choices for folks in the Apple ecosystem. The quick pairing can't be beat, and they are a true plug-and-play option (especially because they don't come with a companion app). The noise cancelling is some of the best you'll find on earbuds, alongside its excellent audio. Mashable's Stan Schroeder gave these earbuds a 4.1/5 in his review, noting that he'd be likely to take them on a plane over over-ear headphones, and writing of their sound "[they] did an equally good job with complex jazz performances and very heavy guitar tunes."

More AirPods dealsBest iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $379 at Amazon
$499 Save $120 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out Mashable's full review of the iPad mini.

If you know you'll mostly use your iPad to watch shows, videos, and read, you should seriously consider the iPad mini. Clocking in at 8.3 inches, this aptly named tablet is easy to hold in your hand for long periods of time, making it an especially great option for someone who wants an e-reader with some versatility (or with vibrant colors). Even though it's not powered by Apple's latest chipset, it doesn't need to be for more casual usage.

For anyone who doesn't need a tablet as powerful as a laptop, this ultraportable choice is well worth considering. And at just $379, the iPad mini has hit a new all-time low this Prime Day.

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It wouldnt be Prime Day without her: 15 classic Amazon deals I wait for all year long

Mashable - Thu, 07/10/2025 - 01:21

Do I know why Coleman always discounts its Sundome camping tents to under $100 during Prime Day? Not really! Do I care? Also no.

After covering Prime Day since 2019, what I do know is this: You can count on Amazon Prime Day for certain classic deals. Like Christmas music playing on the radio or Halloween candy appearing on store shelves, these classic Prime Day deals are a sign that Amazon's annual mega-event is upon us.

And as a Prime Day veteran, I can tell you that the 2025 Prime Day deals are wild. Amazon really knew we could use a breather from tariff price increases, and the retail juggernaut delivered record prices on wireless earbuds, smart home devices, outdoor gear, and even Legos. (Seriously, the wireless earbud deals are on another level this year.) We're tracking all the latest drops live, of course. But I wanted to take a break from tracking prices on the latest MacBook Pro models to revisit some familiar faces from Prime Days gone by.

Apple AirTags Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTags (4-pack) $64.99
$99 Save $34.01 Get Deal

Initially marked down to $67.99, Amazon went even lower, and you can now pick up a 4-pack of AirTags for just $64.99. Whether you use these Bluetooth trackers to keep track of your personal belongings or your toddler, it's time to restock.

Crest 3D WhiteStrips Opens in a new window Credit: Crest Crest 3D WhiteStrips teeth whitening treatment $27.99
$49.99 Save $22.00 Get Deal

My teeth definitely aren't whiter than they were in 2019, when I started covering Prime Day. At least I quit smoking.

Coleman camping tents Opens in a new window Credit: Coleman Coleman Sundome Camping Tent $89.97
$117.99 Save $28.02 Get Deal

As sure as the sun rises in the sky, Coleman will mark down their four-person tents to under $100 during an Amazon sale. This Prime Day is no exception.

LifeStraw emergency water filters Opens in a new window Credit: LifeStraw LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $17.49 at Amazon
Get Deal

In keeping with the outdoor theme, LifeStraw also has big discounts across the board come Prime Day. Their deals start cheap — for less than $10, you can grab their personal water filter.

A fancy espresso machine Opens in a new window Credit: Breville Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine $549.95
$749.95 Save $200 Get Deal

This is a newcomer in the category, but for the last few years, Breville's brushed stainless steel espresso machines have always gotten a sizable discount for Prime Day and Black Friday.

Kindles Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (ad-supported) $124.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $35.00 Get Deal

Of course Amazon marks down their own products every sale they have, but Prime Day often brings some of the best Kindle prices of the year.

The AirPods Pro Opens in a new window Credit: Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) $149.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $99.01 Get Deal

For at least the last couple of years, Amazon uses Black Friday and Prime Day as an excuse to drop the AirPods Pro down to a new record low price. This year is no exception, with the $149.99 price beating its former best price by $4.

Bissell Little Green Opens in a new window Credit: Bissell Bissell Little Green $81.99 at Amazon
$123.59 Save $41.60 Get Deal

The upholstery cleaning powerhouse otherwise known as the Bissell Little Green can be found on sale year round, but reliably Prime Day brings it down to a decent, if not always fantastic, price point. Still, getting cleaner carpets for less than full price never hurts.

Instant Pots Opens in a new window Credit: InstantPot Instant Pot Duo Plus (6-quart) $69.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $70.00 Get Deal

Instant Pots may not really have the cultural cachet of a few years ago, but they're still a mainstay on the Prime Day deals page. At $69.99, this Duo Plus model is just over $10 away from its best price ever.

UltimateEars speakers Opens in a new window Credit: Ultimate Ears Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 $66.49 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $33.50 Get Deal

This tiny speakers are the best Bluetooth speakers under $100 even at full price, but Prime Day often brings them to a much, much lower price point. This year, you can grab them for as low as $66.49.

Flagship Roborock robot vacuums Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock roborock Saros 10R $1,279.99 at Amazon
$1,599.99 Save $320 Get Deal

This is less so one product we see year over year, thanks to how often new robot vacuums hit the market year after year. Still, that paves the way for Prime Day to serve as the debut many first time discounts, including this one on the Roborock Saros 10R, Mashable's newly crowned best robot vacuum.

Philips Hue Opens in a new window Credit: Philips Philips Hue Smart Light Starter Kit $89.69 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $40.30 Get Deal

Philips Hue color-changing bulbs may not be cheap, but they definitely set a vibe. Prime Day is an excellent time to find them on sale — this bundle in particular gets you two bulbs and a Hue Bridge, so you can unlock these bulbs' full functionality.

Echo speakers Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Pop $21.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $18.00 Get Deal

Amazon Echo speakers provide the cheapest entry fee for smart speaker life. Just like with Kindles, Amazon doesn't miss a chance to mark them down during the big sale — the cheapest one you can grab is the Echo Pop at just $21.99.

SEE ALSO: Echo Dot vs. Echo Pop: Which Alexa speaker should you buy during Prime Day 2025? Anker chargers Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Laptop Power Bank $94.49 at Amazon
$134.99 Save $40.50 Get Deal

Prime Day just wouldn't be the same without Anker marking down essentially their entire product line. The brand is especially known for their chargers, which can power up multiple devices at once with impressive speed. If you want to go all out, this power bank can charge up to four devices at once and includes its own retractable cables.

Bose headphones Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort $199.99 at Amazon
$349 Save $149.01 Get Deal

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones may not have made the sale cut this year, but Bose couldn't let a Prime Day pass by without having at least one pair of headphones from the QC line marked down.

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Best Buys Black Friday in July sale is live: Save on AirPods, RTX 50 Series gaming laptops

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:23

UPDATE: Jul. 8, 2025, 4:45 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with more deals from Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale, including some new top picks.

Best Buy's top anti-Prime Day deals at a glance: Best Apple deal Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $149.99 (save $29.01) Get Deal Best laptop deal Microsoft Surface Pro 11, 13-inch (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) + Keyboard Bundle $999.99 (save $369.99) Get Deal Best TV deal TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K Fire TV $199.99 (save $130) Get Deal Best gaming deal 'Monster Hunter Wilds' (PlayStation 5) $55.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best fitness tracker deal Oura Ring 4 (Silver) $296.65 (save $52.35) Get Deal Best unlocked phone deal Google Pixel 9a (128GB) $423.99 (save $75.01) Get Deal

Best Buy is hosting a "Black Friday in July" sale from July 7 to 13. The event directly overlaps with Amazon's members-only Prime Day event, which is scheduled for July 8 through 11. Very coincidental timing, I'm sure.

Best Buy is keeping the pressure coming by releasing new deals in stores, on its website, and on its mobile app every day of its summer sale. That includes a rotating "Deal of the Day," several "Doorbusters" spotlighting popular tech, and some app-exclusive Drops featuring limited-time releases and discounts. Per the fine print, everything is available in limited quantities with no rain checks. Unlike Prime Day, though, Black Friday in July isn't exclusive members. (My Best Buy Plus and Total subscribers do earn exclusive rewards on certain purchases, but the deals themselves aren't paywalled.)

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

Best Buy has traditionally held anti-Prime Day sales in the summer, but this will be the first year its counter-programming lasts a whole week; previously, it was only three days long. It makes sense given Amazon's own unprecedented decision to extend Prime Day 2025 from two days to four.

Having covered Prime Day and other retailers' competing sales since 2019, I can tell you that Best Buy has always been one of Amazon's biggest rivals when it comes to tech deals. The two retailers will aggressively price-match the other's discounts where their inventories overlap. Just to give some examples, I noticed that Best Buy lowered some of its initial Apple AirPod, AirTag, iPad, and Samsung Galaxy smartphone deals on the second day of its sale this week to match Amazon's newly live Prime Day prices. (The two seem to keep a very close eye on one another.) If Best Buy has any advantage over Amazon, it's that it has a better selection of deals on high-end Windows laptops and big-screen TVs.

After spending a few hours sifting through Best Buy's Black Friday in July listings, I've rounded up a list of the best anti-Prime Day deals I've spotted so far there. Note that struck-through deals were sold out or expired at the time of writing.

Best Apple deals

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get up to $50 in rewards with every AirPods purchase.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $149.99 at Best Buy
$179.99 Save $30 Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full review of the AirPods 4.

Apple's latest set of non-Pro AirPods ditch the old design for a more comfortable fit, active noise cancellation, a four-hour battery life, and a better charging case.

"I spent nearly eight hours with the AirPods 4 in my ears. As I hinted in my hands-on review, the AirPods 4 sounded like honey to my ears — and even more so when ANC was on," said Mashable's former Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon. "While I was at the airport, sounds of coo-ing babies, loud conversations, and rolling luggage were significantly reduced, allowing me to sink deeper into some of my favorite Apple Music playlists."

Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale matches Amazon's Prime Day price at $149.99, so you can be sure you're getting the best deal possible.

AirPodsiPhonesiPadsMacBooksMacApple accessoriesBest laptop deals

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $25 reward for every $250 spent on Windows laptops and desktop computers (up to $75).

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Pro 11, 13-inch (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) + Keyboard Bundle $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,349.99 Save $350 Get Deal Why we like it

This Microsoft Surface Pro 11 model is also on sale for Prime Day at just $849.99, and while that seems like a better deal on its face, it's actually not as good — it doesn't come with a Surface Pro keyboard, which is really kind of the whole point of having a 2-in-1 laptop in the first place. The keyboard can be bought separately on Amazon for $149.99, but that'd bring you back up to Best Buy's combined price if you buy that and the tablet. So, might as well get everything in one place.

Windows laptops2-in-1 laptopsGaming laptopsChromebooksBest TV deals

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $100 reward for every TV and audio purchase of $999 or more.

Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 55-inch F35-Series 4K Fire TV $199.99 at Best Buy
$329.99 Save $130 Get Deal Why we like it

Out of every 55-inch TV we've seen on sale during Prime Day 2025, this is the cheapest we've found at just $199.99 (usually $329.99). It's ironic, because this is an Amazon Fire TV, but its best price across retailers is at Best Buy. You simply have to laugh!

Best gaming deals

My Best Buy Plus and Total members get a $20 reward for every $150 spent on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games and accessories (up to $100).

Opens in a new window Credit: Capcom 'Monster Hunter Wilds' for PlayStation 5 $55.99 at Best Buy
$69.99 Save $14.00 Get Deal Why we like it

Monster Hunter Wilds has been one of 2025's biggest releases so far, and it reviewed pretty well, too. Usually it takes a bit longer for new-ish releases to get a discount, and while this one is small, we'd absolutely take it. Snag a copy at Best Buy during the sale and save $14.

Nintendo Switch gamesPlayStation gamesGaming headsetsHandheld gaming consolesBest fitness tracker deals

My Best Buy Total and Plus members get a $10 reward for every $50 spent on wearables (up to $50).

Opens in a new window Credit: Oura Ring Oura Ring 4 $296.95 at Best Buy
$349 Save $52.05 Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full review of the Oura Ring 4.

If you prefer your fitness trackers to be as small as humanly possible, you'll probably like the Oura Ring 4. It'll get you all the in-depth health analytics you want, and can be conveniently worn on your finger.

"The Oura Ring 4 is absolutely worth it, particularly if you have an iPhone," said former Mashable Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon in her review.

During the Black Friday in July sale, the Oura Ring 4 hit a record-low price of just $296.95, which matches Amazon's Prime Day deal.

Smart ringsSmartwatchesBest unlocked phone deals Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9a (128GB) $423.99 at Best Buy
$499.99 Save $76 Get Deal Why we like it

Read our full Google Pixel 9a review.

The Google Pixel 9a is a relatively new smartphone release from the tech giant, and it hit a record-low price during Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale — just $423.99, or $75.01 off the usual price. We loved this phone during our review period, and it even topped our list of the best budget smartphones in 2025.

"For the price, you're getting a solid smartphone with a decent processor (the same as the Pixel 9), excellent battery life, and good cameras," said Mashable's Alex Perry in their review. "In fact, it makes the Pixel 9 seem obsolete."

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Ditch monthly fees and get 1TB of lifetime cloud storage for A$243

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:20

TL;DR: Through July 13, Koofr’s lifetime cloud storage deal is at an all-time low price with code KOOFR at checkout: A$243 (reg. A$304).

You know that quiet dread when the monthly cloud storage fee hits your card — again? It’s not huge, but it adds up. And for what? A few PDFs, some photos you forgot to organize, and maybe that video project you swear you’ll finish someday. 

If you're tired of renting space in the digital void, here’s your chance to escape. Rather than paying each month, Koofr will give you 1TB of cloud storage for a one-time fee. You also caught this deal at just the right time, because you can use code KOOFR at checkout to take the price from A$304 to A$243 for a limited time.

Here’s why we love this deal

Koofr takes your privacy seriously with top-notch encryption for your files, both when they're being transferred and while they're stored. They also don’t track your activity, so you can rest easy knowing your data is secure and private.

What really stands out about Koofr’s cloud storage is how flexible and user-friendly it is. Whether you're on your smartphone, desktop, or using WebDAV, you can easily access and manage your files from anywhere. The interface is straightforward, so even if you're new to cloud storage, you’ll find it easy to use.

Plus, if you’re already using other cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, Amazon, or OneDrive, Koofr integrates smoothly, letting you handle everything from one place.

And for keeping your digital space in order, Koofr has some neat features. The duplicate file finder helps you eliminate unnecessary repeats, while advanced renaming options let you customize file links. This way, you can keep your files organized and your digital space clutter-free.

Keep your files safe and sound with a Koofr 1TB Cloud Storage lifetime subscription for A$243 with promo code KOOFR until July 13 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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Opens in a new window Credit: Koofr Koofr Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription (1TB) AU$243
AU$304 Save AU$61 Get Deal
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One AI image generator lets you create NSFW art, and it’s only A$45 for life

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:08

TL;DR: Create anything, even NSFW art, with a lifetime subscription to Imagiyo for only A$45.

Digital creativity has never been more accessible, yet many of us remember the days when crafting a single image meant wrestling with layers and plugins for hours on end. Now there’s a way to generate stunning visuals in seconds simply by typing a description of what you have in mind.

Imagiyo uses Stable Diffusion AI alongside FLUX AI to turn text prompts into high-quality images ready for commercial use, and there aren’t many limits to what you can create. Here’s what that means.

What art can you make with Imagiyo

What do you want to make first? It only takes a brief description to put Imagiyo’s advanced algorithms to work, and unlike other image generators, Imagiyo actually lets you really follow your creativity. Craft stunning landscapes, visualize characters from books, or go for something a little more daring. Imagiyo supports NSFW content creation. Just set your prompts to private and let your mind run wild.

Imagiyo’s commercial-use license means you can take some of the images you generate and incorporate them into client projects, social media campaigns, or personal portfolios without fear of copyright issues.

Each month, you receive 500 image-generation credits and can submit up to two prompts at once. Unused credits roll over, so you never lose access to your creative potential. Best of all, Imagiyo delivers your purchased engine updates and feature improvements automatically, ensuring you always work with the latest AI models.

You have until July 15 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get an Imagiyo AI Image Generator lifetime subscription for A$45 (reg. A$759).

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Opens in a new window Credit: Imagiyo Imagiyo AI Image Generator: Lifetime Subscription (Standard Plan) AU$45
AU$759 Save AU$714 Get Deal
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The best way to save big on Prime Day? Shop refurbished deals.

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:04

Best Prime Day deals on refurbished products Best overall deal Ninja Swirl 283.69 (save $50.06) Get Deal Best Apple deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M3, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $976.83 (save $244.20) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine $368.92 (save $158.12) Get Deal Best audio deal Sony WH-1000XM4 $120.80 (save $51.76) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day can be a great time to pick up new tech, kitchen gear, and pretty much anything else you can think of on sale — but it might just be an even better time to buy refurbished products.

SEE ALSO: 150+ Prime Day deals — best-ever prices on Apple, Ninja, and Samsung

Welcome to the world of the Amazon Resale (formerly known as Amazon Warehouse) store. It features open-box and used products, all of which have been tested and verified to be fit for resale. And in honor of Prime Day, Prime members get extra discounts on many of these products. The Ninja Creami that hasn't gone on sale brand new? It's $50 off in the Resale store. A 15-inch MacBook with an M3 chip, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage? It'll run you $1,249 brand new, but just $976.83 for a "like new" condition. Or maybe you still can't quite justify the $550 sale price on the Breville espresso machine? No problem — it's in "very good" condition and on sale for $369.

Speaking of the condition you'll find them in — all of the deals we selected below are either in "like new" or "very good" conditions, which according to Amazon means they were very gently used, might just be an open box product, or have some minor cosmetic imperfections or be missing non-essential accessories (which will be listed in product descriptions).

The difference between "like new" and "very good" condition, according to Amazon. Credit: Screenshot / Amazon

Below, you'll find the 14 best deals we've found by combing through the available Amazon Resale pages. And yes, we confirmed that all of them are for significantly better prices than their used counterparts.

Best Prime Day refurbished deals Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Our pick: Ninja Swirl $283.69 at Amazon
$333.75 Save $50.06 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Ninja Swirl.

It's always a bummer when some of our favorite products don't go on sale for Prime Day, especially ones as seasonally appropriate as the soft-serve making Ninja Swirl. While you may not be able to get the $350 ice cream maker on sale brand new, you can get a used one — in "very good" condition — for just $283.69. From its own used price, that saves you about $50. From its price brand new, you'll save $66.

Even at full price, Mashable's Sam Mangino deemed this ice cream maker worth the price, saying it brings together the best parts of the Creami, with the addition that "soft serve or froyo fiends will love the new dispensing feature, which is exceptionally easy to use and, not to mention, really fun."

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These 10 Shudder Movies Reminded Me Why I Love Horror

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:00

If you're looking to stream horror, Shudder is one of the best services to satisfy that hunger. Everything a horror fan could want is here, whether you love supernatural frights or gruesome slashers. Even old folks like me can get all nostalgic with TV horror host Joe Bob Briggs returning for live-streaming events.

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9 creator-approved gadgets on sale during Prime Day — DJI, Octobuddy & Canon deals

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 23:00

Perhaps nobody understands the tools needed to navigate the modern world better than creators. They're the folks who need to create content quickly, on the go, and still make it look beautiful enough for long-form YouTube content. They need to be able to snap a wonderful picture for Instagram or record a POV video for TikTok at a moment's notice.

It makes sense, then, that you'd want to take an influencer's recommendation for tech gadgets. After all, who would have more experience? So, that's exactly what we've been doing in advance of Prime Day 2025.

Mashable recently launched an entire series called In My Bag in which creators reveal the essential tools of their trade. Relying on that series, and our own considerable knowledge of the tech space, we've combed through Amazon's Prime Day deals to find the best discounts on creator-approved, must-have gadgets.

A smartphone gimbal stabilizer Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal Stabilizer for iPhone $125
$149 Save $24 Get Deal

Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Werth has been testing this newly released DJI phone gimbal for iPhones, and he's been impressed by how easy it is to use. (Yes, it works with Android devices, too.) These smartphone tripods and stabilizers adjust in real time to provide professional-quality footage from your smartphone. Even though DJI just released this smartphone gimbal in 2025, it's gotten a Prime Day price drop to $129.

The Alix Earle light Opens in a new window Credit: Newmowa Newmowa 60 LED High Power Rechargeable Clip Fill Video Conference Light $23.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $6 Get Deal

Uber-popular influencer Alix Earle first made this clip-on selfie light viral, which is actually called the Newmowa 60-LED High-Power Selfie Light. It's easy to comprehend why creators love this little light. It's convenient — you can clip it onto your phone, computer, or just about anything else — and it immediately provides powerful, flattering lighting. And at $23.99, that's the lowest-ever price for the light on Amazon.

A drone perfect for creators Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Neo mini 4K camera drone $199 at Amazon
Get Deal

Creators often need stellar aerial shots, and the DJI Neo mini drone is certainly capable of that. As we've covered at Mashable, the compact, lightweight drone is discounted 20% this Prime Day. For less than two Benjamins, your videos could take a major step up. This mini drone offers 4K video and can launch from the palm of your hand — no piloting license required.

An on-the-go tripod from Joby Opens in a new window Credit: Joby Joby GorillaPod tripod $59.48 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $10.51 Get Deal

The Joby GorillaPod tripod was a favorite when we spoke with tech creators at VidCon 2025. It's discounted 15% for Prime Day, priced at $59.48. It's a durable, compact tripod that lets you attach your camera to just about anything, just about anywhere. It's perfect for content creators who might need to shoot at a moment's notice.

A SanDisk hard drive to store all your footage Opens in a new window Credit: SanDisk SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable SSD $77.99 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $52.00 Get Deal

A hard drive might not be the most fun purchase, but it is eminently usable. (These drives always go on sale for Prime Day.) Creators, especially, need to have storage available at all times. SanDisk's 1TB Extreme Portable hard drive is 40% off, priced at $77.99 for Amazon's 2025 Prime Day. That's a solid deal on a very practical piece of tech.

The Sony camera designed to vlog Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ZV-1 digital camera $699.99 at Best Buy
$799.99 Save $100 Get Deal

Sony designed this camera specifically for vloggers and creators, and it's discounted $100 at Best Buy, a solid deal you won't find at Amazon. The ZV-1 has lots of features that are appealing for creators, such as WiFi capability, image stabilization, different shooting modes (such as portrait or night), and a flippable screen that allows you to see your shot in real time.

A suction-cup phone mount from Octobuddy Opens in a new window Credit: Octobuddy Octobuddy silicone suction mount $11.99 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $3 Get Deal

Not every gadget has to be fancy. Sometimes you just need a suction-cup-clad phone mount so you can slap your device on a wall and film. The Octobuddy phone mount, a silicone pad with the aforementioned suction cups, is a favorite among creators for its simplicity and reliability.

"[My] most essential tool is [the] Octobuddy phone mount, which lets me film almost anywhere" food creator Tess Gigone told Mashable for our In My Bag series. "Most of my videos happen in my kitchen, where I attach my phone to the window in front of me."

The Octobuddy is priced at $11.99 for Prime Day, a 20% discount.

A discounted Canon camera Opens in a new window Credit: Canon Canon EOS R100 mirrorless camera $549 at Amazon
$649.99 Save $100.99 Get Deal

It's 2025 and creators increasingly need high-quality footage to do their jobs. The Canon EOS R100 promises 4K footage while still remaining light and relatively affordable. It's 16% off for Amazon's Prime Day, priced at $549. It should provide everything a creator needs — especially those just getting started — while not totally breaking the bank like other cameras.

A podcasting mic Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech Logitech Creators Blue Yeti USB Microphone $90.24 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $49.75 Get Deal

In our Starter Kit series, we talked to experts about all the best tools needed to launch a podcast, and that definitely includes the Blue Yeti USB microphone. For Prime Day, you can pick up this popular podcasting and livestreaming microphone for under $100 at Amazon.

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Home Depots Fourth of July sale ends today: The best deals still competing with Prime Day

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:46
The best Home Depot Fourth of July deals still live: Best grill and smoker deal Traeger Pro Series 22-Pellet Grill and Smoker in Bronze $389 (save $160) Get Deal Best power tool deal Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless Impact Wrench $299 (save $299) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Eufy E20 3-in-1 $349.99 (save $200) Get Deal

If you're ready to do some shopping, the big summer sales are officially on. Retailers like Target and Walmart have their own major events happening right now, acting as direct competition for Amazon Prime Day.

Home Depot is in on the action, too. Its Fourth of July sale is in its final stretch, running through the end of the day today (Wednesday, July 9). This is your last chance to find discounts on everything from home improvement essentials to electronics that compete with Amazon's deals.

Shoppers can find savings of up to 40% on select items. We're seeing major discounts on patio furniture, grills, home appliances, and power tools, plus gardening supplies, bathtubs, vanities, and much more. If there's a home improvement project you've been putting off or an appliance you'd like to upgrade, now is the time to buy.

SEE ALSO: Is the Home Depot's viral 12-foot skeleton a victim of President Trump's tariffs?

You may or may not know that Home Depot also covers core Prime Day categories, with deals on vacuums, small kitchen appliances from brands like Ninja, and smart home gadgets like Nest thermostats. There's a good chance Home Depot has brands and models on sale that Amazon skipped, and you don't need a special membership to get the deals.

Below, you can find some of the best deals live right now during the final day of Home Depot's Fourth of July sale. For the items that Home Depot doesn't sell, check out our other coverage of the best Prime Day deals at Amazon, including TVs, headphones, and Apple products. Note: Struck-through deals were sold out or expired at the time of writing.

Best Home Depot grill deal Opens in a new window Credit: Traeger Traeger Pro Series 22-Pellet Grill and Smoker in Bronze $389 at Home Depot
$549.99 Save $160.99 Get Deal Why we like it

If you're spending some time out in the sun, why not get your grill on? You can do just that and more with this combination pellet grill and smoker from Traeger.

You'll get a delicious, smoky flavor as it's fueled by all-natural hardwood pellets. It features a Digital Pro Controller that lets you set the temperature in 25-degree increments and maintains that heat consistently, so you get reliable results every time. It's the "set it and forget it" style of cooking that lets you focus on other things instead of babysitting the grill.

Built on a sturdy sawhorse chassis with all-terrain wheels, this grill is easy to move around your patio or deck. It’s perfect for serving up everything from burgers and ribs to smoked veggies this summer. This bad boy has you covered for all the grilling essentials.

More grill dealsBest Home Depot power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Milwaukee Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless 18V Impact Wrench $299 at Home Depot
$598 Save $299 Get Deal Why we like it

Home Depot has a ton of power tools on sale right now, but few hit as hard as the full 50% discount on the M18 Fuel impact wrench from Milwaukee. Once $598, this cordless impact wrench set can be snagged for less than $300. The 18V battery can dish out up to 650 pounds of torque for even the most stubborn bolts and lug nuts in your disassembly projects. Even with so much power, it barely weighs over five pounds.

More tool dealsBest Home Depot robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy E20 3-in-1 $349.99 at Home Depot
$649.99 Save $300 Get Deal Why we like it

The most underrated robot vacuum of 2025 so far, the Eufy E20 3-in-1, is on sale for $349.99 at both Home Depot and Amazon for the big summer sales. (Note that it actually retails for $649.99: Home Depot's $549.99 list price is deflated by $100.) This versatile vac is a robot vacuum with smart mapping that can convert into a full-sized cordless stick vacuum or handheld vacuum in seconds. During my testing at home, I was highly impressed at the suction power each variation could supply — Eufy didn't cut corners just to be able to make the "3-in-1" claim.

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How to Turn an Image Into Google Sheets Data With OCR in Google Drive

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:45

Copying data from an image into a Google Sheets file manually can be time-consuming and increases the chances of typos. Luckily, you can extract the information into your spreadsheet in just a few simple steps using the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool in Google Drive. Here's how.

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Amazons Prime Day laptop deals are the best Ive seen in years

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:30
The best Prime Day laptop deals at a glance: Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 (save $150) Get Deal Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $918.99 (save $481 with Prime) Get Deal Best 2-in-1 laptop deal Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 (Intel Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,249.99 (save $350 with Prime) Get Deal Best gaming laptop deal Asus ROG Strix G16 (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,399.99 (save $500 with Prime) Get Deal Best Chromebook deal Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (Intel Core i3-1305U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $329.99 (save $100 with Prime) Get Deal

The battle of the best Prime Day laptop deals seemed like M4 MacBook Air's game to lose. In the lead-up to its annual members-only sale this week, Amazon had Apple's latest 13-incher marked down to only $849 (in all colorways, too). That's $150 off the M4 MacBook Air's already modest MSRP of $999, which is a hefty discount for a popular laptop that only just came out in March.

I thought it would be tough for Amazon to one-up that deal once Prime Day formally started, but I'm happy to say it's proven me wrong. On the second day of the sale (now live through July 11), I'm seeing a slew of Windows laptops discounted to record-low prices there. That includes our beloved Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 and four different gaming laptops with Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series graphic cards, which were my Prime Day white whales. I really didn't expect Amazon to put any on sale, much less at such steep discounts.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

As Mashable's resident laptop guru (and someone who's been covering Prime Day since 2019), I want to share a few quick reminders to help you make smart shopping decisions when you're making a purchase as big as a new computer. One is to avoid third-party sellers on Amazon, which may have their own customer service policies or dabble in sketchy selling practices. The other is to cross-check prices with other retailers to verify Amazon's deals — it occasionally lists incorrect MSRPs — and to make sure you're getting the best price possible. For what it's worth, Best Buy is Amazon's biggest rival when it comes to laptop deals. It's currently running a Black Friday in July sale alongside Prime Day through July 13.

Below, I've rounded up the best Prime Day laptop deals I've found so far on Amazon. I'll be refreshing my picks throughout the week whenever Amazon rolls out more offers, so check back soon. Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price, while struck-through deals were sold out or expired at the time of writing.

Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 at Amazon
$999 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4).

The new 13-inch MacBook Air is our top budget pick for Apple users and a Mashable Choice Award winner. "It's powerful, silent, and comes with a couple of much-needed upgrades," including an upgraded 12MP webcam and support for two external displays, wrote senior editor Stan Schroeder. He gave it an overall rating of 4.5/5.

Amazon's $849 deal applies to all colors of the base configuration with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage. The Sky Blue variant briefly dipped down to an even-cheaper $829 in late June, but I have no trouble endorsing it at its current price: It's such a good deal on a popular new laptop that's already pretty affordable.

More MacBook Air dealsMacBook Pro dealsBest Windows laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) 🔥 $918.88 at Amazon
$1,399.99 Save $481.11 Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the 13.8-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

Microsoft's 13.8-inch flagship PC is our favorite Windows laptop, combining a slick, sophisticated design with peppy performance and an all-day battery life. (Literally: It lasted nearly 23 hours in our testing.) This variant has a high-end Snapdragon X Elite processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage — our ideal baseline specs for most everyday users.

Prime members can snag the Platinum colorway on sale for just $918.99, which is 34% off its $1,399.99 MSRP and a new all-time low by a couple bucks. For comparison's sake, Amazon's deal is $181 cheaper than competing discounts at the Microsoft Store and Best Buy (where it's currently sold out).

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The wireless earbuds deals are wild this Prime Day: Ive never seen prices this low

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:29
The best Prime Day wireless earbuds deals at a glance: BEST AMAZON DEAL Amazon Echo Buds with ANC $44.99 (save $95 with Prime) Get Deal BEST ANKER SOUNDCORE DEAL Anker Soundcore P20i $18.99 (save $21) Get Deal BEST AIRPODS DEAL Apple AirPods Pro 2 $149 (save $100) Get Deal BEST SAMSUNG DEAL Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro $166.24 (save $83.75) Get Deal BEST BEATS DEAL Beats Flex $39.99 (save $29.96) Get Deal BEST JBL DEAL JBL Endurance Race 2 $59.95 (save $30) Get Deal BEST BOSE DEAL Bose QuietComfort $129 (save $50) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is gracing us with its presence once again. This year, the official sale runs from July 8 through 11, though deals started popping up weeks before the formal dates of the shopping event. That's just the Amazon way. We're on the second day of the sale, and there are still plenty of discounts to be found.

I knew that tons of wireless earbuds would be hitting new record lows for Prime Day 2025. But, frankly, I've been shocked by the deals in this category so far, which include buds from top audio brands like Anker Soundcore, Apple, Beats, and Samsung. It doesn't matter if you need new noise-cancelling earbuds, open earbuds, or budget buds under $50, they're all here, and they're all on sale.

We're tracking all of the best wireless earbuds deals at Amazon (and beyond), and these are the best options to shop on Prime Day. Check back regularly as we update this list with the latest and greatest discounts.

Note: Deals with a 🔥 next to them have dropped to record-low prices.

Best Prime Day wireless earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro (USB-C) 🔥 $149 at Amazon
$249 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it

Competition has never been fiercer in the battle of the best earbuds, but we're still big fans of the AirPods Pro — especially now that they've dipped down to a record-low of just $149. That puts them within $20 of the AirPods 4 at full price, which don't even offer noise cancellation. We love their rich and well-balanced sound profile, best-in-class noise-cancelling ability, decent battery life, and seamless Apple ecosystem integration.

Read our full review of the AirPods Pro (USB-C).

Best Prime Day deal on budget wireless earbuds Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore P20i 🔥 $18.99 at Amazon
$39.99 Save $21.00 Get Deal Why we like it

We were pretty shocked by how well the Soundcore P20is performed in testing — especially for the rock-bottom price. While they don't offer noise cancellation, they make up for it with other perks. For one, the equalizer presets on the companion app allow the P20i earbuds to produce the kind of well-rounded sound you'd expect from earbuds three times the price. They also boast a solid battery life of 10 hours per charge and an extra 30 with the case. For those keeping track, that's better than AirPods.

As our reviewer put it, "If you don't want to be too precious about your earbuds (there's nothing wrong with being accident-prone) the Anker Soundcore P20i earbuds will be the kindest to your wallet, while still delivering an all-around decent listening experience." The price is by far the best part; usually $39.99, you can pick up a pair at just $18.99 on Prime Day. That's a new record-low price for the buds.

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Looking for deals on more tech? Follow along with all of Mashable's coverage in our Prime Day hub, or skip right to the top tech deals of the sale so far.

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Amazons Prime Day deals on TVs are the best Ive seen in years

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:22

To keep it real, Amazon's TV deals during Prime Day have often been overshadowed by Best Buy or Walmart's competing sales. But things are much more heated in 2025. Amazon has brought a truly robust list of worthwhile TV deals to the table, making it a genuine competitor this year.

As expected, we're seeing deals on Amazon's various 4-Series and Omni Fire TVs, of course. But Amazon is putting a lot of emphasis on cheap QLEDs from other brands like Insignia and Hisense, with many discounts reaching new record-low pricing. A lot of the top deals are on new 2024 and 2025 models that were too new for a big discount during past sales events, including some of Samsung's newest premium QLED and OLED TVs.

A quick look at the best Prime Day TV deals Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV 🔥 $239.99 (save $140) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal TCL 75-inch QM7K QD-Mini LED 4K TV 🔥 $998 (save $1,001.99) Get Deal

We're tracking all of the worthwhile Prime Day TV deals below, organized by size and then by price. All TVs chosen below have 4K resolution and LED backlighting at the least. If any model bumps up to 8K resolution or QLED or OLED lighting, we'll note it specifically.

SEE ALSO: What to look for when buying a TV, as told through this easy TV specs guide

Note: All newly added deals are marked with a ✨, while deals with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price. Amazon's exclusive invite-only deals are marked with a 📨.

Best Prime Day TV deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

The cheapest 65-inch QLED TV we're clocking at Amazon this Prime Day isn't an Amazon TV. It is still a Fire TV, but oddly enough, it's from Insignia — a Best Buy brand.

If you have trouble picturing the difference between an LED and QLED TV in your head, this is your chance to try an XL QLED out at home without severely overspending. The Insignia QF series has been garnering quite positive customer reviews on picture quality and color vibrancy. At this price, it's probably not going to have the same pop as some of the premium QLEDs out there, but you'll definitely notice the quantum dot difference compared to your old TV, especially during daytime viewing.

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GameSir’s Best Gamepad Gets a 20% Prime Day Discount

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 22:00

GameSir is best known for its excellent mobile controllers, and to a lesser extent, its Xbox-style gamepads. When the company released the Cyclone 2, a feature-packed controller for PC, mobile, and Switch, I knew I had to get it. Now that it’s 20% off for Prime Day, it’s the perfect time to grab one yourself.

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My favorite gaming headset is on sale for Prime Day — save $20 on the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:57

SAVE $20: The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is my favorite gaming headset on the market, and it's on sale for Amazon Prime Day 2025. Snag one for $20 off for a limited time.

Opens in a new window Credit: Razer Razer BlackShark V2 Pro $179.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $20 Get Deal

In my experience, Prime Day is always a fantastic time for gamers. Tons of gaming-related items tend to get nice discounts during the annual sale event, from games, to accessories, to consoles, and more. Thankfully, Prime Day 2025 hasn't been an exception to that rule.

Prime Day is already on its second day, but one of my favorite deals from the sale so far just landed — $20 off the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro gaming headset. It's still a bit of an investment at $179.99, but I promise this will be the only gaming headset you'll need for the foreseeable future. So if you've got the budget, it's worth it.

SEE ALSO: I've picked my favorite gaming laptop deals from Prime Day 2025

When I reviewed the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro last year, I was blown away by the headset's comfort and overall value. I could wax poetic about it, but the main draws of the BlackShark V2 Pro are its FlowKnit ear cushions that are actually comfortable enough to wear all day, high-quality 50mm drivers, passive noise cancellation, amazing microphone quality, and pretty great battery life at around 20 hours. The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro will most likely jump back up to full price ($199.99) after Prime Day, so if you're considering picking one up, I think you should go for it.

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My favorite gaming headset is on sale for Prime Day — save $20 on the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:57

SAVE $20: The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is my favorite gaming headset on the market, and it's on sale for Amazon Prime Day 2025. Snag one for $20 off for a limited time.

Opens in a new window Credit: Razer Razer BlackShark V2 Pro $179.99 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $20 Get Deal

In my experience, Prime Day is always a fantastic time for gamers. Tons of gaming-related items tend to get nice discounts during the annual sale event, from games, to accessories, to consoles, and more. Thankfully, Prime Day 2025 hasn't been an exception to that rule.

Prime Day is already on its second day, but one of my favorite deals from the sale so far just landed — $20 off the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro gaming headset. It's still a bit of an investment at $179.99, but I promise this will be the only gaming headset you'll need for the foreseeable future. So if you've got the budget, it's worth it.

SEE ALSO: I've picked my favorite gaming laptop deals from Prime Day 2025

When I reviewed the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro last year, I was blown away by the headset's comfort and overall value. I could wax poetic about it, but the main draws of the BlackShark V2 Pro are its FlowKnit ear cushions that are actually comfortable enough to wear all day, high-quality 50mm drivers, passive noise cancellation, amazing microphone quality, and pretty great battery life at around 20 hours. The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro will most likely jump back up to full price ($199.99) after Prime Day, so if you're considering picking one up, I think you should go for it.

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Score a 50-inch 4K Amazon Fire TV for $260

How-To Geek - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:51

The 50-inch Amazon Fire 4K smart TV is now on sale for $260 on Amazon. This is a drop of 35% off its original price of $400, and is a very cheap way to get a 4K smart TV into your home. The size isn't bad either, as some bargain TVs are more expensive than this.

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Score an M2 MacBook Air for $100 off with this Best Buy deal

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:49

SAVE $100: As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 at Best Buy
$799 Save $100 Get Deal

Prime Day is officially on, and the second day of the big Amazon shopping event brings us deals beyond the realm of the retail chain. If you're thinking about snagging a great deal elsewhere, you might want to turn to Best Buy, where you can get your hands on a significantly discounted M2 MacBook Air at this very moment. Thanks to the retailer's Black Friday in July sale, there are tons of goodies you can score for low prices beyond what Amazon has in stock.

As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

This M2 MacBook Air is an older model, of course, but it's a great buy. Walmart just began selling the older M1 model for $699 just last spring, so you're getting a newer, more powerful version of Apple's slimline laptop with this deal right now. In general, the Air is the lightest, most portable option of the bunch, though it can still keep up with the big dogs in terms of performance.

This particular configuration comes with an M2 processor under the hood as well as 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD so you can keep all your important files and documents without needing external storage. Currently, this price only applies to the Midnight and Starlight colorways, so you'll have to settle for one of those hues if you want to snag this deal.

It's a good time to go ahead and commit, however. Even the most lightweight MacBook Air is capable of handling multiple tasks at once, and for $100 off, it's well worth investing. Just make sure to do so before it sells out.

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Score an M2 MacBook Air for $100 off with this Best Buy deal

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:49

SAVE $100: As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $699 at Best Buy
$799 Save $100 Get Deal

Prime Day is officially on, and the second day of the big Amazon shopping event brings us deals beyond the realm of the retail chain. If you're thinking about snagging a great deal elsewhere, you might want to turn to Best Buy, where you can get your hands on a significantly discounted M2 MacBook Air at this very moment. Thanks to the retailer's Black Friday in July sale, there are tons of goodies you can score for low prices beyond what Amazon has in stock.

As of July 9, get the Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $699, down from its usual price of $799. That's $100 off and a discount of 12%.

SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2025: Live updates on the top deals

This M2 MacBook Air is an older model, of course, but it's a great buy. Walmart just began selling the older M1 model for $699 just last spring, so you're getting a newer, more powerful version of Apple's slimline laptop with this deal right now. In general, the Air is the lightest, most portable option of the bunch, though it can still keep up with the big dogs in terms of performance.

This particular configuration comes with an M2 processor under the hood as well as 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD so you can keep all your important files and documents without needing external storage. Currently, this price only applies to the Midnight and Starlight colorways, so you'll have to settle for one of those hues if you want to snag this deal.

It's a good time to go ahead and commit, however. Even the most lightweight MacBook Air is capable of handling multiple tasks at once, and for $100 off, it's well worth investing. Just make sure to do so before it sells out.

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Our beauty tech reviewers cannot believe this $500 Shark CryoGlow and FlexFusion bundle

Mashable - Wed, 07/09/2025 - 21:37

SAVE $200: As of July 9, you can get the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99 at Amazon. Both cost $349.99 each outside of Prime Day, so you're saving almost 30%.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark CryoGlow Lilac Chill LED Face Mask + FlexFusion Hair Dryer Bundle $499.99 at Amazon
$699.98 Save $199.99 Get Deal

If you were using Prime Day as an excuse to finally buy the Shark CryoGlow or Shark FlexFusion, don't stress yourself out by choosing between them. Simply get both — I stumbled across a genuinely jaw-dropping Prime Day bundle that gets you the Shark CryoGlow red light mask and Shark FlexFusion hair styler together for $499.99.

Without a deal, buying both would end up costing you $699.98 — the CryoGlow and this version of the FlexFusion for $349.99. Both rarely go on sale otherwise, so getting both for $500 is essentially scoring each of them for $249.99. My fellow shopping reporter Bethany Allard and I have tested several Shark beauty products at home and are constantly singing their praises — now's your chance to see what the hype is all about.

Currently brainstorming ways to pack my CryoGlow for vacation. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The FlexFusion is shaped similarly to the FlexStyle, but is smaller. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

To this day, the Shark CryoGlow mask has never been on sale by itself at Amazon since its release in Feb. 2025. To be fair, it's one of the more affordable red light masks out there, compared to the popular $395 OmniLux mask or $469.99 CurrentBody mask. But even at full price, I'd spend $349.99 on the Shark mask in a heartbeat, and have told a ton of people in my review and in my personal life to do the same. I am fully convinced that the CryoGlow mask saved me from living in fear of my persistent adult acne striking again. I went from getting a new garguantuan pimple almost every day to getting maybe one every two weeks, and the timing aligns exactly with the eight week window that Shark recommends for seeing best results.

SEE ALSO: My favorite robot vacuums are on sale for Prime Day: Save on Roomba, Roborock, and Shark

Now that I'm testing the CurrentBody mask, I'm sorely missing the seamless experience of simply wearing the Shark CryoGlow. I actually prefer the CryoGlow's bulky hard shell and head strap to the CurrentBody's flimsy nature and velcro strap that always gets stuck in my hair. Not only does the Shark remote have a screen, but it offers three different settings that use a combination of red, blue, and infrared light to target different concerns like aging or acne. The CurrentBody mask I have doesn't use blue light at all, and has less bulbs in total than the Shark mask.

SEE ALSO: After 3 months and visible results, the Shark LED mask is a staple in my skincare routine

The FlexFusion goes on sale a little more often, but it's still cheaper than we've ever seen it with this Prime Day bundle. (By itself, this version of the styler is on sale for $279.99 for Prime Day.) This model comes with a Wet-or-Dry Fusion Brush, styling concentrator, 1.25-inch Auto-Wrap curlers, and the FrizzFighter finishing tool.

Released in Oct. 2024, the FlexFusion does something that no hair styler has really successfully achieved before: It works on wet and dry hair. The tool steals the same air styling technique seen in multi-stylers like the FlexStyle, then introduces the option for the heated styling we're used to with flat irons or curling irons.

SEE ALSO: 6 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are actually worth the hype (and worth grabbing during Amazon Prime Day)

After a ton of testing, my coworker Bethany Allard can vouch for the quality of multiple Shark hair tools — she even backs the FlexStyle over the Dyson Airwrap. She wouldn't be surprised if the FlexFusion could reliably replace one or two of your current hair tools: "The FlexFusion can definitely be used as a dupe, but that's not all it is. It feels like with the FlexFusion, Shark is aiming to create a unique tool that can replace your standard curling and flat iron, as well as give you the air-styling people know and love from multi-stylers. If you're rocking with your hot tools from when you were a teenager, this might be the upgrade you're looking for."

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