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Tor Browser is revamping its release schedule

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 23:37

The Tor Project is fundamentally changing its release schedule for the Alpha channel, switching it from the Firefox Extended Support Release base to the much faster Rapid Release cadence. This will come with real consequences for both testers and stable users.

Categories: IT General, Technology

AirPods Pro 2 are officially cheaper than they were on Black Friday — if you know where to look

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 23:36

Save 46%: The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are just $134.99 at Woot, saving you $114.01 off their $249 price tag. This beats their Black Friday pricing by $4.01, but you'll want to act quick — this deal is live only through Dec. 1.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $134 at Woot
$249 Save $115   Get Deal

Cyber Monday can be hit or miss when it comes to finding better deals. The best prices for the AirPods Pro 2 came on Black Friday, when Walmart had them on sale for $139.99. So, when Walmart raised prices over the weekend, we thought that was the end of it. But thankfully, Woot swept in with a last-minute Cyber Monday deal on Dec. 1.

Through the rest of the day, you can grab the Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $134.99 at Woot, dropping the price $4 below its Black Friday record price, and slashing a total of $114.01 off its $249 price tag. At the time of writing, the next best price on these earbuds can be found at Walmart for $199.

SEE ALSO: 22 Cyber Monday deals better than Black Friday: Samsung's The Frame and the M4 MacBook Air

Though they don't have the same capabilities as the heart-rate monitoring AirPods Pro 3, they still sit $85 below the newer earbuds' sale price. In addition to having ANC that still holds up in 2025, they can also power the live translation feature that was introduced with the Pro 3 earbuds.

The AirPods Pro 2 also come with six hours of battery life per charge, have excellent and balanced sound, great adaptive audio and transparency modes, and three silicone ear tips for finding the right size. At $135, they're a steal, but you'll want to add them to your cart sooner rather than later — Woot only has this deal through Dec. 1, or until their stock of the earbuds sells out.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The best Cyber Monday deals on gift cards: Score last-minute offers on Instacart, Apple, and Wayfair

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 23:15
The best Cyber Monday gift card deals still live Best Amazon gift card deal $100 Apple gift card Get $15 promo credit with purchase Get Deal Best Best Buy gift card deal Instacart gift card $85 (save $15) Get Deal Best Target gift card deal Fandango gift card $20 (save $5) Get Deal

If you're stumped on your holiday shopping, the one gift that's basically a guaranteed hit is free money.

With these gift card deals we've rounded up on Cyber Monday from Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, you get to give that gift to yourself (via the discount) and the intended recipient of the card. With everything from movies, food delivery, and pet care on the table, retailers have plenty of offerings on gift card discounts.

SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Black Friday 2025: Sale dates, store hours, price matching, and more

Now that it's Cyber Monday, you shouldn't expect Black Friday deals to stick around. If you see a gift card deal you like below, purchasing sooner rather than later is a good move. And if you're interested in more of the best Cyber Monday deals, you can follow Mashable's live coverage, but don't wait too much longer! With Cyber Monday 2025 almost over, these deals will be gone soon.

Note: Deals with a strikethrough have gone out of stock or gone back up to full price at the time of publication.

Best gift card deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card Get $15 promo credit with purchase Get Deal Why we like it

If you already shop on Amazon more often than not, getting a $15 credit will certainly come in handy. Apple gift cards can be used in the Apple App Store or on devices and accessories.

More gift card deals at AmazonBest gift card deal at Best Buy Opens in a new window Credit: Instacart Instacart $100 gift card $85 at Best Buy
$100 Save $15   Get Deal Why we like it

We've all had the experience of turning on the stove, starting to cook, and realizing you've forgotten an ingredient that's absolutely a non-negotiable. Whether you want to safeguard yourself for any future holiday parties or give someone the gift of one less trip to the grocery store, this $15 discount on this Instacart gift card certainly helps.

More gift card deals at Best BuyBest gift card deal at Target Opens in a new window Credit: Fandango Fandango gift card $20 at Target
$25 Save $5   Get Deal Why we like it

Movie night is on you when you gift a Fandango gift card. For any person who's not already an AMC Stubs member (they're still out there, allegedly), it's a great way to give someone the treat of a nice night out. Plus, gift card deals tend to apply mostly to values of $50 and up, making a 20% discount on a $25 gift card especially notable.

More gift card deals at TargetMore Cyber Monday deals

Looking for more last-minute Cyber Monday deals? If you still need some shopping inspo, check out our top picks.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort headphones $179 at Amazon
$349 Save $170   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $17.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $738.04 at Amazon
$999 Save $260.96   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle (16GB) $79.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $30   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 + 'Mario Kart World' bundle $449 at Walmart
$499 Save $50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Aura Aura Digital Picture Frame, 10.1 inches $139 at Amazon
$173 Save $34   Get Deal
Categories: IT General, Technology

4 great movies to watch on Paramount+ this week (December 1 - 7)

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 22:31

It's the beginning of the month, and that means there's a fresh new batch of primo movies settling into Paramount+, making it an easy pick for movie night this week.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Cyber Monday 2025: Live updates on the best deals from Amazon, Target, Apple, Best Buy, and more

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 22:26

Once upon a time, Americans lined up in droves outside Walmarts and Targets, still full from Thanksgiving dinner, so they could be first in the door at midnight. Thankfully, these frenzied Black Friday free-for-alls are a relic of a bygone era. Now, you can order all of the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals online.

In fact, as we head into the later hours of Cyber Monday, practically the entire internet is on sale, which can make it tricky to know where to start. So, Mashable is once again working around the clock to bring you live updates on all of the latest sales, standout deals, price drops, and inventory updates. We've spied record discounts on flagship noise-cancelling Sony headphones, Apple MacBooks and AirPods, award-winning OLED TVs, Dyson vacuums, and the year's most popular tech gifts.

The best Cyber Monday deals at a glance: The best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179.99 (save $169.01) Get Deal Best Earuds Deal Apple AirPods 4 $69.99 (save $60) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best TV Under $1,000 Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS03F 4K QLED Smart TV $897.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best TV Under $500 Hisense 65-inch E6 Cinema Series QLED 4K Smart Fire TV $359.99 (save $190) Get Deal Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Kindle $79.99 (save $30) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Santa’s Delivery Truck Building Set $13.99 (save $6) Get Deal Best Beauty Deal Dyson Supersonic with five attachments $379.99 (save $140) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 (save $17) Get Deal Best Smartwatch Deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 $249.99 (save $100) Get Deal

Check out the top Cyber Monday deals live as of Monday, Dec. 1, and keep scrolling for the full schedule of events and the latest Black Friday and Cyber Monday news from the Mashable shopping team.

Categories: IT General, Technology

The best (and only) Xbox Series X Cyber Monday deal weve seen: Get a free $100 gift card with purchase

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 22:09

Save $100: While the $649.99 Xbox Series X itself is not on sale, you can get a $100 gift card when you buy one from Best Buy.

Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Xbox Series X (1TB) $649.99 at Best Buy
Get a free $100 Best Buy gift card with purchase Get Deal

Now that Cyber Monday is here, you’re scouring for deals on the internet. Best Buy is running a deal on the Xbox Series X, where if you buy the console, you’ll also get a $100 gift card. This can be used on anything at Best Buy, such as buying a video game or two. It can also be used on non-gaming items, of course.

The Xbox Series X has a plethora of games to play, and its main selling point is Xbox Game Pass. The subscription service has hundreds of games to try out for a monthly price, so it’s well worth your time and money. Games like The Outer Worlds 2, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Call of Duty are all available through Xbox Game Pass to download through its Ultimate tier, and you don’t have to pay a dime upfront for them.

Not only that, but the Xbox Series X is also backwards compatible with older games. This means all of your Xbox One games and select Xbox 360 and original Xbox games can be played on it, giving it even more value.

So put that $100 gift card to good use when you buy the Xbox Series X for $649.99 at Best Buy. Be sure to check out our Best Buy Cyber Monday and gaming deals, too.

Still looking for more deals? Check out Best Buy's full Cyber Monday sale, or see the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Cyber Monday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

Categories: IT General, Technology

How I create a viral word game in Excel

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 22:00

I love using Excel for things outside boring accounting. Building a fully functional, reusable, and shareable Wordle clone is one of these things. What's more, it's a fun, unique way to master fundamental Excel tools.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Hidden gems from Amazons Cyber Monday sale: Prime Video add-ons, Kindle Unlimited, and more

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 21:46

Alas, Amazon's Cyber Monday sale is here. Black Friday featured a boat load of record discounts and Cyber Monday is full of epic deals as well. Some are even better than Black Friday. All of the top brands — Apple, Samsung, and Amazon itself — and top categories — TVs, laptops, Kindles, headphones — are covered. If you haven't started shopping yet, now's as good of a time as any.

It's hard to miss some deals, as Amazon shoves them in your face right when you log on. But others aren't quite as visible, though they're still very much worth adding to your cart. We've rounded up a few of those deals below — hidden gems, if you will — so you don't miss out on the Cyber Monday savings.

Psst: While Amazon Prime memberships themselves aren't on sale, it's still a great time to sign up. If you haven't been a member in at least a month, you'll likely be eligible for a free trial. With a trial, you can secure Cyber Monday deals and get free, fast shipping — among other things.

Hidden gems from Amazon's Cyber Monday salePrime Video subscription add-ons

They might not jump out at you when you log into the Amazon app, but many of the best Cyber Monday streaming deals in 2025 are also available as Prime Video add-ons. You'll still get access to each streamer's entire library, but it will live inside of your Prime Video account. That means you won't have to open another app to access even more shows and movies. A few of our favorites are the Apple TV+ streaming deal, which gets you an entire year of streaming for just $5.99 per month, and the HBO Max Basic deal, which gets you a year of ad-supported streaming for only $2.99 per month. We've rounded up the best Prime Video subscription add-on deals below, but be sure to check out my full curated list of Cyber Monday streaming deals.

  • AMC+ with ads $1.75/month for 2 months $6.99/month (save $5.24/month)

  • AMC+ Premium$2.50/month for 2 months $9.99/month (save $7.49/month)

  • Apple TV+$5.99/month for 6 months $12.99/month (save $7/month)

  • BET+ Essential$1.50/month for 2 months $5.99/month (save $4.49/month)

  • BBC Select$1.50/month for 2 months $5.99/month (save $4.49/month)

  • BritBox — $2.75/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $8.24/month)

  • Crunchyroll Mega Fan$2.99/month for 2 months $11.99/month (save $9/month)

  • Fox One$9.99/month for 2 months $19.99/month (save $10/month)

  • Hallmark+$2/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $5.99/month)

  • HBO Max with ads$2.99/month for 12 months $10.99/month (save $8/month)

  • MGM+$1.99/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $5/month)

  • MGM+ and AMC+ bundle$3.25/month for 2 months $12.99/month (save $9.74/month)

  • MovieSphere+$1.25/month for 2 months $4.99/month (save $3.74/month)

  • PBS Kids$1.25/month for 2 months $4.99/month (save $3.74/month)

  • PBS Masterpiece$1.75/month for two months $6.99/month (save $5.24/month)

  • Starz$2.75/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $8.24/month)

  • Wonder Project$2.25/month for 2 months $8.99/month (save $6.74)

Opens in a new window Credit: Prime Video Prime Video subscription add-ons Save on HBO Max, Apple TV+, AMC+, and more Shop Now 3 free months of Amazon Music family plan

Amazon Music's family plan gives you unlimited listening across six different accounts. That means six family members can listen across multiple devices at the same time, with personalized recommendations on each. For Cyber Monday, you can sign up for three months for free — usually $19.99 per month. Don't need six accounts? You can also snag an individual Amazon Music Unlimited plan for free for three months.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Music Amazon Music Unlimited Family Plan free for 3 months, then $19.99/month Get Deal Kindle Unlimited for 99 cents

The Kindle Unlimited Black Friday deal is still live for Cyber Monday and it's one of our favorites. Usually $11.99 per month, you can score three months for only 99 cents. That's $35.97 in savings. Kindle Unlimited unlocks instant access to millions of books across all genres, including soon-to-be major motion pictures Regretting You by Colleen Hoover and The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. It also includes thousands of audiobooks and magazine subscriptions for all types of readers. You don't even need a Kindle device to access Kindle Unlimited (although we suggest grabbing one while they're at record-low prices) — just download the Kindle app and read on any device.

Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Unlimited Kindle Unlimited $0.99 for 3 months (save $35.97) Get Deal Rare Sonos speakers discounts

Sonos makes some of the best speakers on the market, but they don't go on sale very often. The deals also aren't glaringly obvious when you browse Amazon's Cyber Monday collection. If you're in the market for a new home, outdoor, or Bluetooth speaker, don't sleep on the Sonos deals up to $160 off — our favorite smart home speaker, the Move 2, is down to just $399 for a limited time.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos speakers save up to $160 Get Deal Smart Plugs for your holiday decorating

It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you're Cyber Monday shopping, but smart plugs could be a real asset this holiday season. Use them to keep your Christmas lights on a schedule or turn them into voice-controlled smart lights. Several options are on sale, but we like this GE Cync smart indoor plug on sale for $11.23 (reg. $14.99) or this two pack of Kasa smart plugs for only $14.16 (reg. $19.99)

Opens in a new window Credit: Kasa Kasa smart plugs (2-pack) $14.16
$19.99 Save $5.83   Get Deal Audible Premium Plus subscription

Every year, Amazon runs a deal on its Audible Premium Plus subscription around Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And every year, I re-sign up. This year's deal is for three months of Premium Plus for 99 cents per month, plus a $20 credit to use on Audible.com. Typically $14.95 per month, you'll save about $41.88 total and can cancel before the three months are up (or not — I'm not the boss of you). Premium Plus unlocks access to the Premium selection on Audible, which includes all of those best-sellers and BookTok gems. Each month, you'll get a credit to use on one of those premium titles. So if you sign up for the three-month promotion, you'll get to "buy" three titles with your credits. Plus, with that extra $20 credit, you can purchase as many other titles as you please.

Opens in a new window Credit: Audible Audible Premium Plus 3 months for $0.99/month + get a $20 Audible credit (save $41.88) Get Deal Shutterfly personalized gifts

So, technically this isn't specifically a Cyber Monday deal, but it's a hidden gem for sure. An Amazon Prime membership gives you all sorts of perks (like the famous
Grubhub Amazon Prime deal), but one of the lesser known ones is for Shutterfly. Prime members that link their account can get 45% off regular priced items at Shutterfly, plus get free shipping on orders over $35. The holiday season is the perfect time to finally take advantage of this hidden Prime benefit.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shutterfly Shutterfly personalized gifts Get 45% off regular priced items + free shipping on orders over $35 Get Deal
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The best Cyber Monday deals on Ninja: Creami, Crispi, and Slushi all on sale

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 21:23
The best Cyber Monday Ninja deals at a glance Best Ninja air fryer deal Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer $143.99 plus get a free spatula and Crispi container (save $36 with code CYBER plus $48 worth of free items) Get Deal Best Ninja Creami deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl 13-in-1 Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $251.99 (save $98 with code CYBER) Get Deal Best Ninja Slushi deal Ninja Slushi $242.99 (save $107 with code CYBER plus $50 worth of free items) Get Deal

Just about every major retailer got in on the Ninja appliance deal action for Black Friday — and not gonna lie, the deals were pretty mid. But SharkNinja's official website has swooped in with an absolutely phenomenal Black Friday sale that's extending into Cyber Monday. Not only are big-name Ninja gadgets like the Ninja Slushi, Ninja Crispi, and Ninja Luxe Café on sale at record-low prices, but SharkNinja is throwing in free gifts with some of them.

It's not just some shoddy free $15 accessory, either. From insulated margarita glasses and travel mugs to a whole Ninja blender for free, these free gifts are all between $48 and $148 in value. (Shark vacuums and Shark hair tools come with awesome free stuff too, BTW.) All this being said, as of Cyber Monday, there are fewer gifts available than we saw during Black Friday and over the weekend. However, SharkNinja is offering an extra 10% off most of their sale section if you use the code CYBER. In short, they're still beating Amazon's prices.

SEE ALSO: What time Black Friday sales start for Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and more

Though there's no question that the actual SharkNinja website is the best place to buy Ninja products on sale for Cyber Monday, there are still an overwhelming number of deals to keep track of. We've pulled out the very best Ninja Cyber Monday deals as of Dec. 1 for super easy comparison. We’ve tested most of these products, so we know when a price drop is genuinely worth your money.

Best Ninja air fryer deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer $143.99 at SharkNinja
$179.99 Save $36 Use code CYBER. Comes with a free spatula and Crispi container ($48 value). Get Deal Why we like it

It's been tricky to find a deal on the unique portable Ninja Crispi air fryer. The best we were getting was a measly $20 off (just an 11% discount) at Amazon — that is, until SharkNinja sweetened the deal by matching that sale price, and throwing in a free spatula and extra glass Crispi container for free. That's a $48 value for free, plus the $20 from the actual discount. For Cyber Monday, Amazon upped the ante by taking an additional $5 off, for a total of 15% off, but it still doesn't match the value you can find on Shark's website — especially with the Cyber Monday code taking an additional $16 off the price.

The Ninja Crispi is a Mashable fave and unlike any air fryer you've seen before. Rather than making you dump your fried food out from a basket or off of a tray, the Crispi air fries food directly in a grab-and-go glass container (just add a lid). The six-cup container is designed for personal meals (and can cook them in about seven minutes), while the four-quart container is large enough to cook a four-pound chicken and veggies in one go.

Fun bonus: The SharkNinja website has more color options than Amazon. Our favorite is Mango Clouds.

Best Ninja Creami deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop and Swirl ice cream amker $251.99 at SharkNinja
$349.99 Save $98 save $98 with code CYBER Get Deal Why we like it

Mashable shopping reporter Sam Mangino has tested just about every popular Ninja kitchen appliance that pops into your head. So take it from the expert when she declares the Ninja Swirl to be better and more fun than the original Creami. Even Oprah put it on the 2025 list of her favorite things.

The Swirl makes ultra-creamy yogurt-like soft serve and doesn't require re-spins like the Creami, which primarily makes more hand-scooped-like ice cream. But any seasoned sweet toother could be in the mood for either depending on the day, making this Scoop and Swirl combo deal pretty unbeatable.

Thanks to SharkNinja's Cyber Monday deal, you'll save an additional $28 than you would buying the Creami at Amazon, where it's still on sale for $279.99.

SEE ALSO: Testing the Ninja Slushi by making a frozen version of every drink I can think of More Cyber Monday deals on Ninja appliancesAt SharkNinjaAt Amazon
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75+ Cyber Monday outdoor deals: Yeti, Jackery, LifeStraw still at record lows

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 21:11
The best Cyber Monday outdoor deals still live: Best large power station deal Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $679 (save $820 at Amazon) Get Deal Best outdoor speaker deal JBL Charge 6 $129.95 (save $70 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Yeti deal Yeti Tundra 45 $260 (save $65 at Yeti) Get Deal Best Black Friday essential deal LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $9.99 (save $9.96 at Amazon) Get Deal Best camping deal Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket $74.96 (save $24.99 at Amazon) Get Deal Best tent deal Coleman Skydome Tent (4 Person) $91.99 (save $58 at Amazon) Get Deal Best portable power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station $349 (save $100 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Bluetooth cooler deal Igloo Kool Tunes Retro Bluetooth Boombox Cooler $83.99 (save $56 at Amazon) Get Deal Best Outdoor Apparel Deal Arc'teryx Thorium Down Hoody $350.09 (save $149.91 at REI) Get Deal Best Soft Cooler Deal Yeti Hopper M Series Portable Soft Coolers $199 (save $101 at Amazon) Get Deal

Black Friday has come and gone, but the savings live on in the form of Cyber Monday sales. That means there's still time to save on everything from portable power stations and outdoor speakers to coolers and hydration essentials.

Whether you want to gear up for cold-weather adventures, stock up for spring and summer camping, or grab some holiday gifts for great prices, 'tis the season to score outdoor deals. We're tracking all of the best Black Friday outdoor deals below as we head into Cyber Monday, so check back for the latest deals.

Some popular favorites got the real deal treatment for Black Friday — like LifeStraw personal water filters, Coleman tents and camping gear, and action cameras from DJI and GoPro. Thankfully, for all you procrastinators out there, most of those deals are still live as we head into Cyber Monday. We've even spied some deals on outdoor apparel from Arc'teryx on sale.

Be sure to follow along with Mashable's coverage of every category in our Black Friday and Cyber Monday hubs.

Best Black Friday outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 $679 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $820   Get Deal Why we like it

A solid mid-range power station, the small and mighty Explorer 2000 v2 is lightweight enough (under 40 pounds) to carry with you on camping trips, boating, tailgating, and other outdoor adventures. It's also equipped with 2,042Wh capacity, which makes it powerful enough to serve as a home battery backup in emergencies as well. That's enough power to keep your fridge running for over a day, heat up a meal in the microwave, and brew plenty of cups of coffee. It packs three AC outlets, one USB-A port, and two USB-C ports, as well as a built-in light and super-charge emergency mode on board for a variety of needs. It dropped to a record-low $699 for Black Friday — $800 off its $1,499 list price — and we didn't think it could get any lower. But somehow, post-Black Friday, it dropped another $20. In this case, procrastinating paid off.

Note: Amazon has deflated its list price, which sells this deal short. It's usually listed for $1,499, making it a much more impressive 55% in savings.

Best outdoor speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Charge 6 $129.95 at Amazon
$199.95 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

A quality Bluetooth speaker makes a great companion in the great outdoors and the JBL Charge 6 is our favorite. It's powerful enough to be used for an outdoor party, but still lightweight enough at just 2 pounds to tote around. It even comes with a handy removable strap for ultra portability. Plus, as its name suggests, it can charge other devices via USB-C. We don't love that it's $20 more than its predecessor at $199.95, but this Black Friday deal dropped it to a more palatable $129.95 at both Amazon and Best Buy. And thankfully, the deal is still live post-Black Friday if you missed out.

Best Black Friday cooler deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix EverFrost 2 (40 liter) $598.49 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $301.50   Get Deal Why we like it

Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix EverFrost 2 electric cooler.

Instead of dealing with the hassle of melting ice, upgrading your outdoor adventures with an electric cooler is one of the most convenient luxuries. The powerful Anker Solix EverFrost 2 electric cooler is easy use and transport, and you can set the temperature as a freezer or refrigerator. Not only will the cooler keep your foods perfectly chilled for days, the battery that powers up the electric cooler can also recharge your phone at the campground.

Best outdoor apparel deal Opens in a new window Credit: Arc'teryx Arc'teryx Thorium Down Hoody $350.09 at REI
$500 Save $149.91 Deal ends Dec. 1 Get Deal Why we like it

Over at REI, you can score bargains on all your favorite outdoor equipment, including gorpcore legends like Arc'teryx. The men's Thorium Down Hoody is currently 29% off, and you'll pay just over $300 for this comfy cozy hoodie. With 750-fill-power goose down inside, you'll stay warm even in the most bitter cold, and without compromising your movement. You can find even more Arc'teryx discounts at the REI Black Friday sale.

Black Friday portable power station dealsBlack Friday cooler dealsBlack Friday electric cooler dealsBlack Friday hydration dealsBlack Friday outdoor speaker dealsBlack Friday outdoor tech dealsBlack Friday backpacking dealsBlack Friday portable projector dealsMore Black Friday outdoor deals
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Stop waiting for a price drop: Why you should buy a GPU right now

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 21:01

Let's face it: This wasn't the best year to buy a GPU. It's not been quite as bad as 2021, but it was still bad.

Categories: IT General, Technology

My favorite webcam light is only $49 today

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:52

A light is the best upgrade you can make for your webcam, and the Logitech Litra Glow is a great option for all computer and desk setups. Now you can get one for $49 at Amazon as a Cyber Monday deal, which is an all-time low price for the light.

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Cyber Monday kitchen deals are actually piping hot — save big on Ninja, Our Place, and Le Creuset

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:45
Best Cyber Monday kitchen deals at a glance Best coffee and espresso deal Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $599.95 (save $150.04) Get Deal Best countertop oven deal Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 (save $50) Get Deal Best frozen treat deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $279.99 (save $70) Get Deal Best composter alternative deal Mill Food Recycler (Mashable Choice winner) $799 (save $200) Get Deal Best KitchenAid deal KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer (select colors) $297.49 (save $150.04 plus an extra $52.46 at checkout) Get Deal Best kitchen cookware deal Caraway 12-piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set $446.25 (save $358.75) Get Deal Best blender deal Vitamix Propel Series 510 $299.95 (save $200) Get Deal Best air fryer deal Ninja Crispi Air Fryer (cyberspace, stone, pink, or sage green) 159.99 (save $20 plus get a free spatula and Crispi container (extra $48 value)) Get Deal Best Instant Pot deal Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker $59.99 (save $80) Get Deal Best water filter deal Culligan ZeroWater 12-cup Water Filter Pitcher $25.89 (save $11.10) Get Deal

Nothing will make you realize you need to upgrade your kitchenware more than cooking Thanksgiving dinner. If you realized your blender's motor kicked it, or your nonstick pans are flaking into the food, it'd be wise to upgrade during Cyber Monday sales.

We're seeing tons of Black Friday kitchen deals stick around throughout Cyber Weekend this year. Ninja is still the star of the now-called Cyber Monday kitchen deals, with its buzziest appliances, like the Creami, Slushi, and Crispi, all on sale. While a handful of these stellar Ninja deals are available at the likes of Amazon or Walmart, the SharkNinja website itself has proven to be a super competitive destination this season. It's been bundling high-value free gifts with appliances already on sale — take the knife set that's $150 off that comes with a free Ninja blender, for example.

SEE ALSO: The Mill food recycling bin is the easiest indoor composter alternative, and my all-time favorite appliance

If you're looking to finish out Black Friday shopping with some kitchen upgrades, these are the best deals we've spotted as of Dec. 1, including several KitchenAid, Ninja, and Nespresso gadgets that have gotten even cheaper since Black Friday.

Best coffee and espresso deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso and Coffee Machine $599.95 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $150.04   Get Deal Why we like it

While testing the best Ninja appliances, I fell totally in love with the Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso machine. It's a dual espresso and coffee maker that does single servings without the pods. It bridges the gap between amateur and pro at-home baristas, automating the coffee-making process so it's easy to make the perfect coffee or latte. It's a new release, but just hit its lowest price ever at $599.95, saving you $150 off its list price for 20% savings.

More coffee and espresso machine dealsBest countertop oven deal Opens in a new window Credit: Our Place Our Place Wonder Oven Pro $275 at Our Place
$325 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

My Our Place Wonder Oven is the hero of my kitchen, so I was thrilled to see the debut of the brand's Wonder Oven Pro. It's a bigger, multi-tasking oven that now has a digital screen for more precise cooking. It's $50 off during Our Place's Black Friday sale, bringing it down to $275, for 15% off.

Best frozen treat deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream and Soft Serve Maker $279.99 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $70   Get Deal Why we like it

In Mashable's testing of the best Ninja appliances, the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl was the overall favorite version of the Creami. Thanks to SharkNinja's Black Friday event, the machine that will bring constant joy to your kitchen is down to a new record low price of $279.99. This appliance will give you unlimited soft serve, milkshakes, frozen yogurt, ice cream, gelato, and plenty more. What's not to love?

More Cyber Monday kitchen dealsFood recyclers and electric compost bin alternativesCountertop appliance dealsCookware and bakewareKitchen tools, water filter pitches, and more

Looking for Cyber Monday deals in more categories? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Cyber Monday sale and save up to 70% on TVs, vacuums, headphones, and more tech, plus popular gifts.

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Windows 11 update made your games slower? NVIDIA might have the fix

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:38

NVIDIA has released a critical hotfix driver, version 581.94, that fixes the severe performance drops when you run Windows 11 after the mandatory October 2025 cumulative update. Even though Microsoft hasn’t actually acknowledged the problem yet, we have a real solution.

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30+ of the best Cyber Monday Pokémon deals: Savings on Mega Evolution Booster Bundle, Pokémon Legends games, and more

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:27
The best Cyber Monday Pokémon deals at a glance: Best Pokémon TCG deal Mega Evolution Booster Bundle $44.99 (save $15) Get Deal Best Pokémon Game Deal Pokémon Legends: Arceus $49.99 (save $10) Get Deal Funko Pop! Moments Deluxe: Pokémon Starters $48.33 ($21.66) Get Deal Best Pokémon Squishmallows deal Squishmallows Jumbo Eevee $35.49 (save $14.5) Get Deal Best Pokémon Toy deal Pokémon Battle Figure 8 Pack $26.04 (save $10.95) Get Deal Best Pokémon Plushie Deal Pokémon Bulbasaur Sleeping Plush - 18-Inch Premium Plush in Sleeping Pose $39.99 (save $2.60) Get Deal Best Mega Pokémon deal Mega Pokémon Charmander Evolution Set with 313 Pieces (with Charmeleon & Charizard) $31.99 (save $3.64) Get Deal Best for collectors Phantasmal Flames Booster Box $254.99 (save $44.01) Get Deal

Even with Black Friday in the history books, the Pokémon deals are still going strong as of Cyber Monday, which means you can still save serious cash on Pokémon TCG, the most popular Nintendo Switch Pokémon games, Mega building sets, and all the Pokémon toys, Squishmallows, Plushies, and Funko Pops your heart desires.

SEE ALSO: 10 Cyber Monday deals better than Black Friday: Samsung's The Frame and the M4 MacBook Air

At Mashable, we've scanned through everything on offer at retailers like Amazon and dug up the ideal Pokémon deals for you live during Cyber Monday. We'll continuously update this guide to keep you informed on new deals as they drop, along with any price changes on what's already listed. Note: most Cyber Monday deals are likely to end tonight, so it's worth grabbing any deals that stand out to you.

Best Cyber Monday Pokémon TCG deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Evolution Booster Bundle $44.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $15   Get Deal Why we like it

This is one of the most anticipated Pokémon TCG products of this year, which is now at the same price as TCGplayer, meaning this is currently at market value at Walmart (and currently sold out at Amazon).

More Pokémon TCG dealsBest Cyber Monday Pokémon game deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Legends: Arceus $49.99 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $10   Get Deal Why we like it

Pokémon Legends: Z-A is a great ride (more so on Switch 2), but Legends: Arceus kicked off the experimental mainline series that turned long-standing Pokémon game mechanics on their heads. While Arceus isn't optimized for Nintendo Switch 2, it's still such a great game. With a cheeky discount for Cyber Week thrown in, you should see what you've been missing out on.

More Pokémon game deals Pokémon Violet $45.99 at Walmart
$59.96 Save $13.97   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Best Buy Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! $49.99 at Amazon
  Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Best Cyber Monday Pokémon Funko Pop! deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Funko Funko Pop Moments Deluxe: Pokémon Starters - Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle $48.33 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $21.66   Get Deal Why we like it

What's better than one classic starter? Three classic Gen One starters, with an extra markdown thanks to a coupon code. Pick up a Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle for less than $50.

More Pokémon Funko Pop! deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Ceruledge Pokémon Funko Pop! $13.49 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $1.50   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Funko Pokemon Slowpoke Funko Pop! $11 at Amazon
$14.99 Save $3.99   Get Deal Best Cyber Monday Pokémon Squishmallow deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Jazwares Squishmallows Jumbo Eevee $35.49 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $14.50   Get Deal Why we like it

It's rare to see significant discounts on Squishmallows, and Pokémon is even more infamous for dodging price cuts. But there are plenty of Pokémon Jumbo Squishmallow deals still live, such as this cute Eevee. They're so soft, make perfect cuddle buddies, and work as a gift for just about anyone who loves the franchise.

More Pokémon Squishmallow deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Squishmallow Belibolt 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $23.60 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $26.39   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallow Chansey 14-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $14.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $10.00   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Squishmallows Original Pokémon 10-inch Pikachu $12.99 at Amazon
$15.99 Save $3   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Torchic 20-inch Pokémon Squishmallow $42.74 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $7.25   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Squishmallows Pokemon 14-Inch Teddiursa $16 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $8.99 with on-page coupon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Squishmallows Pokémon Pikachu Squishmallows Original Clip $9.99 at Amazon
$12.99 Save $3   Get Deal Best Cyber Monday Pokémon toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jazzwares / The Pokémon Company Pokemon Battle Figure Arcanine, Charmeleon & Cyndaquil Exclusive 3-Inch Mini Figure 2-Pack $22.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $2 Get Deal Why we like it

If you're wondering what would go down well for the Pokémon fan in your life, this is a safe bet that won't break the bank before the Cyber Monday sale ends. Cyndaquill, Charmeleon, and Arcanine are all fan-favorite fire-type Pokémon, and this is one of the better 3-inch figure sets I've seen.

More Pokémon toy deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Battle Figure Toy Set $34.99 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $10   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Proxy Battle Figure 10 Pack $34.99 at Amazon
$37.18 Save $2.19   Get Deal Best Cyber Monday Pokémon plushie deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon 5-inch Sleeping Squirtle, Charmander, Bulbasaur Starter Plush 3-Pack $34.99 at Amazon
$36.99 Save $2   Get Deal Why we like it

Sleeping Pokémon plushies are life, and these are by far some of the most popular. It's not a huge discount, but anything with the Kanto generation starter Pokémon is popular, and these are so fluffy. They're not huge either, so it's a perfect stocking filler.

More Pokémon plushie deals Pokémon Paldea First Partner Plush 3 Pack $33.56 at Amazon
Get Deal at Amazon Pokémon Charmander Select Velvet Plush $17.99 at Amazon
$18.96 Save $0.97   Get Deal at Amazon Best Cyber Monday Mega Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: MEGA/Pokemon ​MEGA Pokémon Charmander Evolution Set $31.99 at Amazon
$35.66 Save $3.67   Get Deal Why we like it

The news that Pokémon is finally making the jump to Lego next year is ridiculously awesome, but there's already plenty of seriously cool Mega Pokémon sets to build. This Charmander evolution set is a good balance of price and variability in the build, with over 300 pieces and characters.

More Mega Pokémon deals Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / Mega Pikachu MEGA Pokémon $11.49 at Amazon
$18.89 Save $7.40   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company / MEGA Water-Type Trainer Team $20.42 at Amazon
$32.39 Save $11.97 Use on-site coupon Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Pokémon MEGA Pokémon Pixel Pokeball $19.99 at Target
$24.99 Save $5   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Pokémon MEGA Pokémon Emolga and Bulbasaur's Charming Woods $8.49 at Target
$16.99 Save $8.50   Get Deal
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The best Cyber Monday tablet deals: Apple, Amazon, Samsung, Lenovo, and more at record lows

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:10
Best Cyber Monday tablet deals Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 (save $150) Get Deal Best Android tablet deal Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $379.99 (save $170) Get Deal Best Amazon Fire tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 $139.99 (save $90) Get Deal

Cyber Monday is, without a doubt, one of the best times to buy tech. Prices drop on laptops, TVs, and tablets, which is perfect timing with the holidays fast approaching. If you're getting ready to buy the latter, a tablet, now is a great time. We just spent the past few months re-evaluating our guide to the best tablets, meaning these portable devices are front of mind. And most importantly, they're now on sale just in time for Cyber Monday.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Get live updates on the latest sales, doorbusters, and deal drops

There are a lot of tablets on sale, and even better, there are more than just iPads discounted. You can find devices from Samsung, Lenovo, and Amazon all on sale for hundreds off. Plus, we're pleased to see our very favorite Android tablet is on sale, too. These are the best tablet deals for Cyber Monday.

Best Cyber Monday iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, 128GB, WiFi) $449 at Amazon
$599 Save $150   Get Deal Why we like it

Most iPads are discounted ahead of Cyber Monday, but the best deal is on the iPad Air with the M3 chip. We determined it's the best iPad for most people, with a superior processor to the basic iPad, allowing you to do any work task you'd do on a computer. But at $449, it's a fraction of the price of a laptop. It's currently $150 off of its $599 price tag, making it 25% off, one of the biggest discounts you'll find on any iPad for Cyber Monday.

More Cyber Monday iPad dealsBest Cyber Monday Android deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 (256GB, WiFi) $389.99 at Lenovo
$549.99 Save $160   Get Deal Why we like it

Perhaps my favorite discovery of 2025 is the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3, which convinced me that iPads aren't the only tablets worth buying. This small tablet is made for gaming, but it does an extremely good job at streaming in high definition and is the perfect size for travel. For Cyber Monday, it's down to $389.99, saving you $160 for a total of 29% off.

More Cyber Monday Android dealsBest Cyber Monday Fire tablet deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 $139.99 at Best Buy
$229.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

Having tested my way through the latest tablets, I won't lie, Amazon Fire tablets are not my favorite. I think they fall behind the crowd in terms of processing power, plus Amazon's app store pales in comparison to Apple's or Google's. That being said, if you want a cheap tablet, look at the Amazon Fire tablet. There are bigger discounts to be had on Amazon's tablets, but I think the best tablet to shop from Amazon is the Fire Max 11, which offers the best speed and processing.

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Who actually uses Facebook Dating? I signed up to find out.

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:10

Facebook Dating, Meta's dating service that launched in 2019, apparently boasts a whopping 21.5 million daily active users as of November, a spokesperson told Mashable. On top of that, the U.S. leads the pack with the most daily active users and a surprisingly large 1.77 million of those between the ages of 18 and 29, which suggests the platform is becoming pretty popular among the cool kids.

However, these numbers prompted a major eyebrow raise from me. Who are these people? Anecdotally, no one in my social circle of Gen Z and Zillennials has ever touched Facebook Dating, which is an extension of the existing Facebook app. When I told a few friends I planned to try it, I was met with dramatic eye rolls. Sure, some of that reaction tracks with my history of serial dating and app reviewing, but still, given this reaction, is Facebook Dating really that popular among young adults?

SEE ALSO: Meta adds AI 'dating assistant' to Facebook Dating

Tinder has 50 million users who use it every month, according to its Newsroom, while Hinge has around 15 million, the CEO of Match Group — which owns Tinder, Hinge, and a slew of other apps — shared on LinkedIn. While daily active users and monthly active users are different metrics, Facebook Dating's numbers suggest that it stands among these titans. So, as any journalist would, I made an account to see what the hype was about, and the results were honestly surprising in a "I can't believe I spent my week on this" kind of way.

The Facebook Dating experience

First, the pros. Facebook Dating is not a standalone app. It's part of the Facebook app alongside other popular services like Marketplace and Reels. That makes it incredibly easy to create an account since you're already logged in, similar to how Meta launched Threads as an extension of Instagram.

Like Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge, it also mirrors many of the same profile-building features. When setting up your profile, you can add a bio, answer prompts, select music that matches your vibe, and fill in your religious beliefs, work experience, education, and more. The most interesting tool is an AI-generated bio based on the info you've entered. I tested it, and it gave me: "Chicago transplant, gym rat, and trivia buff seeking a partner in crime." Honestly, not the worst bio I've ever had.

Why yes, that is me falling down a sand dune while visiting White Sands. Credit: Screenshot: Facebook / Chance Townsend

The standout feature of Facebook Dating is that there's no monetization of the experience at all. All filters are free to use, although there is a daily swipe limit of approximately 70-80 likes, and once you hit it, you have to wait until the next day to swipe again. It also helps that Meta's "family of apps" (Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp) generated over $162 billion in revenue in 2024, so perhaps there's no need to monetize these features like other apps do when the venture capital runs out. (Meta didn't respond to Mashable's request for comment before publication time.)

Curious about the 18 to 29 claim, I set my age range to that bracket within 0 to 5 miles of my area, which is a dense hub of several universities and thus a lot of young adults. Yet, my queue leans heavily toward the older end of the twenties rather than the younger. In fact, it's pretty slim pickings if you're 18 to 23 on the app (in my area, at least). As a 27-year-old man edging closer to 30, I'm not looking to date anyone younger than 24, anyway, but I was surprised given Facebook Dating's user stats.

Now, the cons. Facebook Dating offers dating preferences that you can set in your profile, including making them hard preferences, similar to Hinge. But they don't work.

Credit: Screenshot: Facebook / Chance Townsend

Even with my dating preferences set to prioritize profiles within 10 miles of me and an age range of 24 to 100, it's not uncommon to see potential matches who live nowhere near Chicago. I've seen profiles from Colombia, Quebec, deep in Georgia, and even a few hundred miles away in Wisconsin. In fact, while writing this sentence, I opened the app and my suggested match lives in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin — 130 miles from me. I'm unsure whether that's a glitchy app issue that struggles to find exact matches for me or simply a lack of active users.

There are users on Facebook Dating, and if you're over 40, it seems like the place to be. Between combing through Reddit threads and scrolling through the numerous profiles the app served up, it's pretty clear that the 35+ crowd shows up far more often than anyone in the 18 to 29 bracket. At the very least, those profiles popped up in my suggested matches much more consistently.

And statistically, it tracks. More than 57 percent of Facebook's entire user base is 35 or older as of June 2025, according to Statista, so it's no surprise that this demographic will also dominate the dating side. But based on the stats Meta sent Mashable earlier, being known as the go-to spot for over-40s doesn't seem to be the vibe the company is aiming for.

More annoyingly (and super embarrassingly), I received zero matches or likes in the almost two weeks I've had a profile open on Facebook Dating. I'm not exactly blaming the app for that, but as a somewhat average-looking 20-something (to be humble), I at least got matches on Raya. So maybe it's a case of effort in, effort out, since my profile is just the standard six photos and my AI bio, along with the usual fillers like work, education, and religious beliefs.

All in all, it was a very uneventful experience. From my experience with Facebook Dating, as someone in the target age range of 18 to 29, this was not the dating app for me. It's a great place for older online daters, which, you know, is good for them. That makes me happy, but glitchy filters do not. Guess I'll see what's happening on Feeld.

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4 genuinely good Netflix movies to watch this week (December 1 - 7)

How-To Geek - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 20:00

It's the final month of the year, and one that is perfect for watching movies. No matter how you choose to watch—perhaps on your phone while commuting or on your TV in the evening—Netflix is a good streaming service thanks to its wide selection of old and new hits.

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Gift Lab

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 19:45
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Apple is adding new products to its obsolete list

Mashable - Mon, 12/01/2025 - 19:37

Legacy Apple owners, your time is now. The Cupertino tech giant has quietly tossed more of its aging gadgets onto the Obsolete List. This time around, the original iPhone SE has officially joined the "trash bin," alongside a handful of 2nd-gen iPad Pros, the Nike and Hermès variants of the Apple Watch Series 4, and the Beats Pill 2.0.

The iPhone SE was Apple’s first true budget phone. Launched in 2016 alongside the iPhone 7, the SE arrived with a bargain-bin (by today’s standards) price tag of $399. To be fair, even the iPhone 7 debuted at just $679, a number that feels almost mythical now compared to the current price of an iPhone 17.

SEE ALSO: The best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals: Record-low prices are live on top models

The SE represented Apple’s compromise for fans who didn’t want to shell out for the increasingly pricey flagship models and who preferred the compact size of older phones. Borrowing the design of the iPhone 5, it sported a 4-inch display, a Touch ID home button, and that classic aluminum-and-glass frame with chamfered edges. Under the hood, it packed the A9 chip from the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.

Fast-forward nearly a decade, and the SE line is effectively discontinued. After the third-gen SE was released in 2022, the lineup disappeared until the introduction of the iPhone 16E in February 2025.

As a reminder, Apple labels products as "obsolete" seven years after they are no longer sold. That’s why only the Nike and Hermès editions of the Apple Watch Series 4 made the cut this round; the standard Series 4 is on the Vintage list — reserved for products that haven’t been sold for at least five years.

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