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New iPhones are here: Where to buy the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 16:42
Where to buy the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air: Buy at Apple Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now Buy at Best Buy Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now Buy at Walmart Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Get Deal Buy at Target Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now Buy at Verizon Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now Buy at T-Mobile Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now Buy at AT&T Apple iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and Air starting at $799 Shop Now

The new iPhones have landed on shelves. After the "awe-dropping" announcement at the Apple Event on Sept. 9 and a week-long pre-ordering period, you can officially purchase the new iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max outright. No more waiting.

Well, actually, scratch that — wait times are lengthening for the new iPhones as we speak. As with any new Apple launch, initial stock could likely fly off shelves fast. A quick glance at Apple's online store shows that if you purchase the iPhone 17 Pro today, for example, you won't receive it until Oct. 6 at the earliest. Of course, you can always try checking out a brick-and-mortar store near you if you want to avoid potentially long shipping times. We'll leave that up to you and your patience levels, though.

Meet the new iPhone lineup

The 2025 iPhone lineup includes the base iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and a new kid on the block: the iPhone Air. Here's the pricing breakdown:

  • iPhone 17 (lavender, mist blue, sage, black, white) — starting at $799

  • iPhone Air (space black, sky blue, cloud white, light gold) — starting at $999

  • iPhone 17 Pro (silver, deep blue, cosmic orange) — starting at $1,099

  • iPhone Pro Max (silver, deep blue, cosmic orange) — starting at $1,199

The base iPhone 17 features a 6.3-inch display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate and can hit up to 3,000 nits of peak outdoor brightness (versus 2,000 nits on iPhone 16). It runs on Apple's new A19 chip, which allegedly 20 percent faster than the iPhone 16. It's also the first baseline iPhone to feature all 48MP cameras (dual fusion main camera and fusion ultrawide camera), plus a new 18MP Center Stage selfie camera.

Step it up to the iPhone 17 Pro or Pro Max and you'll get an even more powerful A19 Pro chip and the fastest CPU in any smartphone, according to Apple. It's the first iPhone in history with a battery over 5,000mAh capacity. Plus, it has three rear camera lenses (and a questionable design choice) and can shoot 4K video at 120fps.

The iPhone Air is an entirely new iPhone model and it's insanely slim at just 5.6mm at its thinnest point. It packs the same processor as the 17 Pro, but it has just one camera lens and a shorter battery life than the other models. We're not entirely sure who it's for, but it looks pretty sweet nonetheless.

Where to buy the new iPhones

As I mentioned before, your best bet to get the new iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, or Air in your pocket today is by heading to the Apple Store or your local AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, or other carrier store. If you're not as pressed on instant gratification, you can order it at all major phone carriers, as well as retailers like Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and Apple directly. Shipping officially begins today, Sept. 19, but expect inventory to be limited.

As far as iPhone 17 deals are concerned, there are plenty of ways you can get credits toward a new phone by trading in your old device. If you're interested in trade-in options, you can learn more about it via Mashable's best iPhone 17 deals guide.

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Your Mouse DPI Specs Don't Matter Anymore

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 16:30

When it comes to mice—gaming models in particular—there are few specifications thrown around as much as DPI or Dots Per Inch. Bigger, simple numbers have always been a marketer's dream, but now with mice boasting silly numbers like 12,000 or 30,000 DPI, mouse makers have truly lost the plot.

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Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka Is Now in Beta Testing

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 16:23

Canonical, the company behind the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution, has officially released the beta version of Ubuntu 25.10, codenamed "Questing Quokka". This is a big deal because it's the last interim release before the next long-term support version, which is slated for April 2026.

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The iPhone 17 has arrived on shelves — these are all of the best deals

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 16:14
Best iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air deals Apple Apple iPhone 17 Get up to $200 to $700 in credit when you trade in iPhone 13 or higher. Get Deal AT&T Apple iPhone 17 Pro Get iPhone 17 Pro for $0 with iPhone trade in of iPhone 13 or higher (excludes iPhone 13 Mini). Get Deal Best Buy Apple iPhone 17 Pro Get up to $1,100 off of an iPhone 17 Pro with qualified trade-in. Get Deal T-Mobile Apple iPhone Air Get iPhone Air for free when you switch to T-Mobile and add a line on Experience plans. Get Deal Verizon Apple iPhone 17 Pro Get the new iPhone 17 Pro for free with eligible phone trade-in and an Unlimited Ultimate plan. Available to new and existing customers. Get Deal

The new iPhones have landed! As of Sept. 19, the latest round of iPhones are now available for purchase. With their launch comes an abundance of deals. To tempt you to buy the new iPhone, Apple and other mobile carriers, like T-Mobile and Verizon are offering big savings, practically giving away the new iPhone.

Early reviews of the new iPhone 17 are in, and people are coming around on the design, which the internet was quick to label as ugly. Plus, reviewers are noting that the selfie camera and battery life received major improvements. So if you held off on pre-ordering the new iPhone 17, 17 Pro, or Air, now is a great time to buy.

You can now find iPhone deals that give you over $1,000 in savings — some mobile carriers are even giving away iPhones with an eligible trade-in. We've rounded up the best deals on the new iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and Air that you can shop now.

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How to Use the WRAPCOLS and WRAPROWS Functions in Microsoft Excel

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 16:00

Microsoft Excel's WRAPCOLS and WRAPROWS functions let you reshape a single row or column of data into a two-dimensional array. This is useful for restructuring raw data, making large datasets easier to read, or creating groups with specific numerical parameters.

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Notion’s 3.0 Update Wants to Help You With Project Management

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 15:53

Notion just launched Notion 3.0, which the company is calling the biggest update ever for its popular productivity app. This update will let Notion work with you to make better notes and give you an agent to help you create better spaces.

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Tor-based Tails Linux 7.0 Has Arrived: Here's What's New

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 15:41

Tails 7.0 is here, and it's a huge update that brings a ton of new features and improvements to the privacy-focused operating system. The new version is the first to be based on Debian 13 (Trixie) and GNOME 48 (Bengaluru), which means there are new versions of almost all the included applications.

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This Is Why I Use Static IP Addresses With Home Assistant

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 15:30

The majority of the time, we have no idea what the IP addresses of our devices are. You don't need to know that your phone has an IP address of 192.168.1.12 on your local network in order to use it. Your router takes care of assigning and reassigning IP addresses in the background, and you're not even aware that it's happening.

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Score a free iPhone 17, Apple Watch, and iPad with this Verizon deal

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 15:28

FREE IPHONE 17, APPLE WATCH SERIES 11, AND IPAD (A16): As of Sept. 19, get up to $1,100 off an iPhone 17 with a qualifying trade-in and activation of eligible plan, plus get a free Apple Watch Series 11 and iPad (A16) at Verizon.

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The newly-announced iPhone 17 is officially out in the wild as of Sept. 19, and if you've been thinking about buying one, now's a great time to lock it in, especially if you're a Verizon customer. And if you're looking for a carrier and the best place to get freebies with your purchase, you can benefit from this deal as well, with Verizon's current promotions that net you a new iPhone 17 for the low, low price of free.

As of Sept. 19, get up to $1,100 off an iPhone 17 with a qualifying trade-in and activation of eligible plan, plus get a free Apple Watch Series 11 and iPad (A16) at Verizon. The biggest potential trade-in discount makes the iPhone 17 Pro free, and it's available with signups for the Ultimate unlimited plan.

SEE ALSO: Verizon is giving away the iPhone 17 Pro for free with this generous trade-in offer

Plus, get $200 as part of a switching bonus as well as the iPad and Apple Watch to make this an even more enticing deal. Both devices will require activation of a cellular data plan.

To score this deal, head to Verizon and start the buying process, where you'll see the deal lined out in the "1 available offer" blurb on this Apple Watch Series 11 page: "Get an iPhone 17 Pro, Apple Watch Series 11, and iPad (A16), all on us." You can choose the specifics of each item as you go through the checkout process, as well as figure out the bonus you'll receive with your trade-in device from there.

This limited-time offer will also net you $200 as part of your final signup bonus for switching to Verizon with activation, and that will be added automatically as part of your purchase. But since this is the official iPhone 17 launch day and preorders will no longer be available, you'll want to act quickly to lock yours in as this deal likely won't stick around for much longer.

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How to Validate Your Data With Statistical Tests in Python

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 15:00

Having data is only half the battle. How do you know your data actually means something? With some simple Python code, you can quickly check if differences in data are actually significant.

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The top 10 most-followed Instagram accounts

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:36

With billions of users worldwide, Instagram is arguably the most popular photo sharing platform. With the ability to share posts, reels, and 24-hour stories, Instagram allows everyone and anyone to share snippets of their lives. The top accounts on the platform, primarily belonging to celebrities, show just how much we love to see the daily goings-on in lives different from our own.

Ever wondered who holds the top spot for the most followers? Here are the 10 most-followed people on Instagram, according to Social Blade.

1. Cristiano Ronaldo – 664 million followers

The most followed person on Instagram is none other than Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. At the time of writing, Ronaldo has amassed a whopping 652 million followers. Unsurprisingly, his posts mostly theme around football and his current team, Al Nassr. Ronaldo also holds the record for most liked Instagram comment when he wrote on Kylian Mbappé's Real Madrid announcement post "my turn (to watch)."

2. Lionel Messi – 506 million followers

Sticking with the footballer theme, the second most followed account belongs to Inter Miami CF player, Lionel Messi. His account also features mostly football content, sharing glimpses into life on and off the pitch. His most liked post is a series of photos celebrating Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup win.

3. Selena Gomez – 418 million followers

Actress, musician, and founder of cosmetics brand Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez is up next on the list. She shares career highlights, Rare Beauty promotions, and glimpses into her daily life, making her one of the most-followed celebrities on the platform.

4. Kylie – 392 million followers

At present, it's a tie for the next position on the list. The first of the Jenner-Kardashian clan to feature is Kylie. As of March 30, she has amassed an unbelievable 393 million followers. Her posts regularly give us an insight into her life, her Kylie Cosmetics empire, and family life with her two adorable children. Kylie previously held the record for the most liked photo on Instagram, a picture of her newborn daughter Stormi. However, she later lost this position to a photo of an egg (yes, an egg...).

5. Dwayne Johnson – 392 million followers

If you need motivation, The Rock's Instagram is your go-to. Dwayne Johnson’s Instagram followers are given a regular insight into his fitness routine, movie projects, and personal life. He shares workout clips with the sets and reps listed out for you to try at home, if you're feeling brave.

6. Ariana Grande – 373 million followers

The star of recent Wicked fame is number 6 on our list. An incredible singer and actress, Ariana Grande also holds Instagram-follower fame. Recent content has, of course, been heavily influenced by the recent release of Wicked, with the Oscar-nominated actress sharing behind-the-scenes images with co-star Cynthia Erivo.

7. Kim Kardashian – 355 million followers

Kim Kardashian's Instagram account is as aesthetic as her. It's full of glimpses of her Skims brand, family life and various other collaborations. Fashion is definitely a strong theme of her posts, and you can expect some serious glam envy.

8. Beyoncé – 309 million followers

Another musician to make the list is Beyoncé. Hot off a successful awards season for her latest album, Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé's Instagram account is the perfect insight for fans. Posts regularly include her latest Levi's partnership, her new fragrance release, and of course, awards season success.

9. Khloé Kardashian – 301 million followers

Number 9 on the most followed list is Khloé Kardashian. Another insight into the Kardashian-Jenner family, Khloe's posts are primarily wholesome family shots.

10. Justin Bieber - 293 million followers

Justin Bieber takes the 10th spot on the most followed people on Instagram. The musician recently surprised fans with the release of another album, entitled Swag II.

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Trade in your old phone and get the iPhone 17 for free at AT&T

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:29

GET NEW IPHONE FOR FREE: AT&T is offering up to $1,100 off any of the latest iPhones with an eligible iPhone trade-in (in any condition).

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Apple has had a huge week, with new products announced across almost its entire range of devices at the Apple Event. We've got new AirPods, Apple Watches, and of course, iPhones. What a time to be alive.

Anyone invested in the Apple ecosystem should check out everything announced, because there's a lot to consider. But for those only interested in the iPhone 17, we can help sort you out with a special trade-in deal from AT&T. If you're interested in upgrading, mobile carriers like Verizon and T-Mobile are offering tempting deals, but the AT&T offer might be the best of the bunch.

New and existing customers can get up to $1,100 off any of the latest models with an eligible iPhone trade-in (in any condition). Yes, that's the full value of the iPhone 17 Pro. So with this special trade-in offer, you can effectively get your hands on the iPhone 17 Pro for free.

SEE ALSO: iPhone 17 vs. Pixel 10: Which phone has the better display, price, and specs?

We know you're looking for the catch, and this deal does come with a few caveats. You will need to pay tax on the full retail price and there's a pesky activation fee of $35 per line. Your credits also start within three bills and are applied in equal amounts over the installment term. We get that you could make the argument that this new iPhone isn't completely free, but we're quibbling over semantics here.

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So is your iPhone eligible for this trade-in promotion? AT&T is accepting the iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, and 16e. Anyone rocking a smartphone from the likes of Samsung, OnePlus, and Google can still be accepted if they have a trade-in value of $180 or more.

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LGs worlds first 5K2K OLED gaming monitor is $300 off for a limited time

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:28

SAVE 15%: As of Sept. 15, the LG 45GX950A-B 45-inch Ultragear 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor is on sale for $1,699.99 at Amazon, down from its list price of $1,999.99. That's a 15% discount and $300 in savings.

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$1,999.99 Save $302.99 Get Deal

Every so often, a piece of gaming hardware comes along that feels truly next-generation. LG's 45-inch Ultragear OLED monitor is one of those pieces. It's the self-proclaimed "world's first 5K2K OLED gaming monitor," and it's packed with an absurd amount of high-end tech. If you've been waiting for a deal to justify a serious battlestation upgrade, this is one to watch.

As of Sept. 15, you can get the LG 45GX950A-B 45-inch Ultragear 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor on sale for $1,699.99 at Amazon, down from its list price of $1,999.99. That's a 15% discount and $300 in savings.

SEE ALSO: Say hello to the Legion Go 2, Lenovo’s new flagship gaming handheld with an OLED display

The massive 45-inch curved OLED screen features an ultra-wide panel with an 800R curve that's designed to fill your field of view. Thanks to the OLED technology, you'll be able to see deep blacks and vibrant colors, with a peak brightness of up to 1300 nits and DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification.

What really sets this monitor apart, though, is its unique "Dual Mode." Just press a hotkey, and you can switch between two different settings. For graphically rich, story-driven games, you can run it in its full 5K2K resolution at 165Hz. For competitive, fast-paced games like FPS or racing titles where every frame counts, you can switch to Wide Full HD resolution at an "electrifying" 330Hz. It's like having two specialized monitors in one.

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How to Install the Google Play Store on an Amazon Fire Tablet

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:15

Amazon Fire Tablets restrict you to the Amazon Appstore, but they run Fire OS, a custom version of Android. That means you can install Google's Play Store to gain access to millions of Android apps and games, including Google apps like Gmail, Chrome, Google Maps, and more.

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Verizon is giving away the iPhone 17 Pro for free with this generous trade-in offer

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:14

FREE IPHONE: Verizon is offering up to $1,100 off any iPhone 17 Pro with select phone trade-ins.

Haven't you heard? Apple has announced the new line of iPhones, including the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The new range is officially launch date on Friday, Sept. 19. If you've been eyeing up these new iPhones, Verizon is offering a smart and free way to nab something for nothing.

The service provider is offering up to $1,100 (the cost of the iPhone 17 Pro) off a new iPhone 17 when you trade in your old phone and sign up for an eligible unlimited plan. Verizon says the trade-in can be in any condition, guaranteed.

SEE ALSO: iPhone 17 vs. Pixel 10: Which phone has the better display, price, and specs?

If this doesn't appeal to you, Verizon is offering more than just iPhone deals. Get up to $400 off a new Apple Watch when you trade in any eligible smartwatch on Unlimited Plus, or if you buy a new iPhone 17 Pro on Unlimited Ultimate with select trade-in, you'll get the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPad (A16) for free, the Apple Watch SE 3 or Apple Watch Series 11 for free, or $500 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3.

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The new iPhone 17 lineup comes with Apple’s latest A19 chip, so these phones will all offer superfast performance. They also have the new N1 wireless chip that supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. All models have bright OLED displays with ProMotion up to 120Hz and an always-on option, while cameras start at 48MP with the Pro versions offering an ultra-wide and telephoto lenses up to 8× optical zoom. Storage begins at 256GB across the board, with the higher-end models going up to 2TB.

Get this Verizon iPhone deal for launch.

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I Kicked My Loot Addiction, But Borderlands 4 Is Dragging Me Back

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:00

Nothing in gaming has ever been as addictive as loot grinding, and there's no better proof of that than the Borderlands series. Each new game has delivered more guns than the last, always with more variety and wilder gimmicks than you'll find in any other series.

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ESR’s iPhone 17 Accessories Bring All-Around Protection and Smarter Charging

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 14:00

The iPhone 17 has arrived, and with it comes the need for accessories that match Apple’s latest design and performance.

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Stephen King reacts to Jimmy Kimmels suspension with a message for ABC

Mashable - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 13:20

Stephen King has taken a pause from his usual schedule of calling out Donald Trump on social media and reviewing horror movies to share his thoughts on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension by ABC.

The Jimmy Kimmel Live! host and longtime Trump critic was taken off the air after his comments made during Monday's show about how Republicans were reacting to the shooting of Charlie Kirk. And while Trump, who has been calling for Kimmel's sacking for years, gloated over the decision, a large number of celebrities and other late night hosts were quick to leap to Kimmel's defence.

SEE ALSO: Jimmy Kimmel pulled off the air. This is the monologue that sparked it.

King has now joined their ranks.

"Don't expect corporations (lookin' at you, ABC) to behave morally," wrote the horror author on X on Thursday. "Corps care about one thing: profit$. If you want Jimmy Kimmel back, you gotta holler your head off."

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Kimmel's suspension came after Trump ally and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chair Brendan Carr criticised his comments on a podcast earlier in the week, and threatened to punish ABC and its parent company Disney. TV station owner Nexwtar Media subsequently refused to air Kimmel's show, which then led on to ABC making the decision to "indefinitely suspend" Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Wednesday.

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3 Fun and Cool Linux Apps to Install This Weekend (September 19 - 21)

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 13:15

Not sure how to get the most out of your Linux device? This weekend, I'm back with another set of free and open source apps Linux fans will want to try installing.

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The Overlooked Windows 11 Privacy Upgrade That Just Works

How-To Geek - Fri, 09/19/2025 - 13:00

For a long time, I never thought about what happens when I type a web address into a browser and hit “Enter.” In fact, your computer asks a DNS server where to find the site, and unless you’ve previously made changes to your settings, that request goes out in plain text, visible to any system your traffic passes through on its way across the network.

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