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Days after Donald Trump revoked White House access for journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW, the administration launched a 24/7 "Trump TV" YouTube stream. And on Wednesday Jimmy Kimmel had one brutal sentence to sum it up.

"So far it's going about as well as everything else with Donald Trump's name on it," Kimmel says in the clip above. "It peaked with an audience of about 8,500 people on Monday night. By this morning they were down to fewer than 500 viewers. The only channel doing worse is the Strait of Hormuz."

Kimmel finishes with yet another parody ad, this time for a lineup of made-up Trump TV shows including "The All-White Lotus" and "America's Most Dangerous Windmills".

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Days after Donald Trump revoked White House access for journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW, the administration launched a 24/7 "Trump TV" YouTube stream. And on Wednesday Jimmy Kimmel had one brutal sentence to sum it up.

"So far it's going about as well as everything else with Donald Trump's name on it," Kimmel says in the clip above. "It peaked with an audience of about 8,500 people on Monday night. By this morning they were down to fewer than 500 viewers. The only channel doing worse is the Strait of Hormuz."

Kimmel finishes with yet another parody ad, this time for a lineup of made-up Trump TV shows including "The All-White Lotus" and "America's Most Dangerous Windmills".

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SAVE $40: As of Sept. 24, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is on sale for $289.99 on Amazon. That's a 12% discount on the list price.

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$329.99 Save $40   Get Deal

October Prime Day (also known as Prime Big Deal Days) kicks off on Oct. 6. The two-day event will feature a range of products at reduced prices, from tech to household essentials. But as always, Amazon has started introducing some deals early, with discounts on fitness trackers already live.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is included in the mix. As of Sept. 24, you can find it reduced to $289.99, down by $40.

This watch is packed with a wide range of features, including tools to help you sleep better. Advanced Sleep Coaching and Bedtime Guidance both help you build a better sleep routine, using your personalized Energy Score, which accounts for your previous day's sleep, activity, and heart rate to give you a snapshot of your overall health.

If you're a runner, you'll get the benefit of the Running Coach feature. This analyzes your performance and gives you real-time feedback, with training programs for events ranging from 5Ks to marathons. You can also use it to monitor your heart rate, track steps, and check your blood pressure when calibrated with a compatible blood pressure cuff. 

Plus, it has lots of lifestyle features too that make it a great smartwatch. Check sports scores, see the weather, and read your phone notifications at a glance. It also has a built-in AI assistant that can help with tasks and to-do lists.

Head to Amazon to get this Samsung watch deal.

SAVE $40: As of Sept. 24, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is on sale for $289.99 on Amazon. That's a 12% discount on the list price.

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$329.99 Save $40   Get Deal

October Prime Day (also known as Prime Big Deal Days) kicks off on Oct. 6. The two-day event will feature a range of products at reduced prices, from tech to household essentials. But as always, Amazon has started introducing some deals early, with discounts on fitness trackers already live.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is included in the mix. As of Sept. 24, you can find it reduced to $289.99, down by $40.

This watch is packed with a wide range of features, including tools to help you sleep better. Advanced Sleep Coaching and Bedtime Guidance both help you build a better sleep routine, using your personalized Energy Score, which accounts for your previous day's sleep, activity, and heart rate to give you a snapshot of your overall health.

If you're a runner, you'll get the benefit of the Running Coach feature. This analyzes your performance and gives you real-time feedback, with training programs for events ranging from 5Ks to marathons. You can also use it to monitor your heart rate, track steps, and check your blood pressure when calibrated with a compatible blood pressure cuff. 

Plus, it has lots of lifestyle features too that make it a great smartwatch. Check sports scores, see the weather, and read your phone notifications at a glance. It also has a built-in AI assistant that can help with tasks and to-do lists.

Head to Amazon to get this Samsung watch deal.

SAVE $70: As of Sept. 24, the Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set is on sale for $129 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price.

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$199 Save $70   Get Deal

Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, officially getting underway on Oct. 6. That hasn't stopped Amazon from dropping deals ahead of the main event.

You can already find early discounts across a range of products, including fitness trackers and portable power stations. But one of the standout early discounts we've spotted is this Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set, currently $70 off. If you've been seeking a new set of tools, this 230-piece set is now down to $129.

SEE ALSO: Power tool deals are already live ahead of October Prime Day: Save on DeWalt, Craftsman, and more

For under $130, you'll get 91 sockets, three ratchets, 21 wrenches, 44 hex keys, 66 specialty bits, and five accessories, all packed into a durable three-drawer tool kit.

The low-profile ratchet has a head that's up to 25% thinner for tight spaces, and the 72-tooth design offers a 5-degree arc swing for easier movement. A one-handed locking dial makes it simple to open and close the drawers, and they can also be nested on top of the toolbox for quick access and temporary storage.

The kit is VERSASTACK compatible, so you can customize a storage setup that suits your needs.

Get this toolbox deal at Amazon now.

SAVE $70: As of Sept. 24, the Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set is on sale for $129 at Amazon. That's a 35% discount on the list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Craftsman Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set $129 at 169
$199 Save $70   Get Deal

Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, officially getting underway on Oct. 6. That hasn't stopped Amazon from dropping deals ahead of the main event.

You can already find early discounts across a range of products, including fitness trackers and portable power stations. But one of the standout early discounts we've spotted is this Craftsman Mechanics Tool Set, currently $70 off. If you've been seeking a new set of tools, this 230-piece set is now down to $129.

SEE ALSO: Power tool deals are already live ahead of October Prime Day: Save on DeWalt, Craftsman, and more

For under $130, you'll get 91 sockets, three ratchets, 21 wrenches, 44 hex keys, 66 specialty bits, and five accessories, all packed into a durable three-drawer tool kit.

The low-profile ratchet has a head that's up to 25% thinner for tight spaces, and the 72-tooth design offers a 5-degree arc swing for easier movement. A one-handed locking dial makes it simple to open and close the drawers, and they can also be nested on top of the toolbox for quick access and temporary storage.

The kit is VERSASTACK compatible, so you can customize a storage setup that suits your needs.

Get this toolbox deal at Amazon now.

TL;DR: Officially shipping across Europe and available in the U.S. for $99.99, the 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk brings top-tier competitive features to Xbox, PC, and mobile. Packed with drift-free TMR joysticks and an eye-catching Rococo-inspired pastel shell, it blends high-end performance with a surprisingly gentle aesthetic.

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It's not every day a high-performance gaming controller gets described as "gentle, calm, and romantic," but 8BitDo somehow pulled it off.

Distributed across European territories courtesy of Game Outlet Europe and available direct-to-consumer in the U.S., the new 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk special edition trades the hyper-aggressive, stealth-bomber look of typical pro pads for a soft, Rococo-inspired pastel scheme in natural lavender tones.

While the exterior looks soft and gentle, the internals are built purely for competitive play. At the center of the hardware upgrade are new Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) joysticks. Unlike standard analog sticks that wear down and drift over time, these use magnetic sensors to guarantee long-term durability and pinpoint sensitivity.

Credit: 8BitDo

Even better, 8BitDo built physical "Force Rings" right around the base of the thumbsticks. Want tighter resistance for precise sniping in shooters? Dial the ring to increase tension. Need loose, lightning-fast flicks for racing or action games? Spin it back down.

The Hall Effect impulse triggers use contactless magnetic sensors with two-stage physical stops, allowing you to instantly convert them into hair-triggers for shooters. To expand your control options, 8BitDo paired the two remappable rear paddle buttons with extra high-speed L4 and R4 bumpers right beside the standard shoulder triggers.

PC gamers get a few exclusive perks, including 6-axis motion controls (gyro aiming) under 2.4GHz mode and an ultra-responsive 1,000Hz polling rate when plugged in via USB-C. For audio, a standard 3.5mm jack sits at the base for plugging in your wired headset.

Credit: 8BitDo Credit: 8BitDo

The included zero-contact wireless charging dock keeps your setup clean, automatically powering down and charging the controller when docked, then waking it back up the second you lift it. You also get tri-mode connectivity to jump seamlessly between Xbox consoles, Windows PC, and mobile via low-latency 2.4GHz wireless, USB-C wired (supporting up to a 1,000Hz polling rate on PC), or Bluetooth.

Ready to trade boring black-and-green hardware for soft pastel perfection? Grab the 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk before this special edition sells out.

TL;DR: Officially shipping across Europe and available in the U.S. for $99.99, the 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk brings top-tier competitive features to Xbox, PC, and mobile. Packed with drift-free TMR joysticks and an eye-catching Rococo-inspired pastel shell, it blends high-end performance with a surprisingly gentle aesthetic.

Opens in a new window Credit: 8BitDo 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk $99.99 at Amazon
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It's not every day a high-performance gaming controller gets described as "gentle, calm, and romantic," but 8BitDo somehow pulled it off.

Distributed across European territories courtesy of Game Outlet Europe and available direct-to-consumer in the U.S., the new 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk special edition trades the hyper-aggressive, stealth-bomber look of typical pro pads for a soft, Rococo-inspired pastel scheme in natural lavender tones.

While the exterior looks soft and gentle, the internals are built purely for competitive play. At the center of the hardware upgrade are new Tunnel Magnetoresistance (TMR) joysticks. Unlike standard analog sticks that wear down and drift over time, these use magnetic sensors to guarantee long-term durability and pinpoint sensitivity.

Credit: 8BitDo

Even better, 8BitDo built physical "Force Rings" right around the base of the thumbsticks. Want tighter resistance for precise sniping in shooters? Dial the ring to increase tension. Need loose, lightning-fast flicks for racing or action games? Spin it back down.

The Hall Effect impulse triggers use contactless magnetic sensors with two-stage physical stops, allowing you to instantly convert them into hair-triggers for shooters. To expand your control options, 8BitDo paired the two remappable rear paddle buttons with extra high-speed L4 and R4 bumpers right beside the standard shoulder triggers.

PC gamers get a few exclusive perks, including 6-axis motion controls (gyro aiming) under 2.4GHz mode and an ultra-responsive 1,000Hz polling rate when plugged in via USB-C. For audio, a standard 3.5mm jack sits at the base for plugging in your wired headset.

Credit: 8BitDo Credit: 8BitDo

The included zero-contact wireless charging dock keeps your setup clean, automatically powering down and charging the controller when docked, then waking it back up the second you lift it. You also get tri-mode connectivity to jump seamlessly between Xbox consoles, Windows PC, and mobile via low-latency 2.4GHz wireless, USB-C wired (supporting up to a 1,000Hz polling rate on PC), or Bluetooth.

Ready to trade boring black-and-green hardware for soft pastel perfection? Grab the 8BitDo Ultimate 3 Lavender Dusk before this special edition sells out.

TL;DR: Birdfy just launched its official app on the Roku Channel Store, becoming the first smart birding brand to stream directly to TV screens. If you own a Birdfy camera feeder and a TV running Roku OS 15.1 or higher, you can now livestream your feeder, search clips by species, and cast footage to family members anywhere in the world.

Watching wild birds fight over sunflower seeds on a tiny phone screen is great, but watching it in full HD on your 65-inch TV hits different. Birdfy, the smart tech brand behind popular AI-powered bird feeders, baths, and birdhouses, just released its official app on the Roku Channel Store.

It marks the first time a smart birding ecosystem has built a dedicated app for a major TV streaming platform. If your TV or streaming stick runs Roku OS 15.1 or higher, you can pull up your backyard feeder live, watch motion-triggered highlight clips, or explore community sightings from 2.4 million users around the globe without leaving the couch.

The TV app connects directly to Birdfy’s motion-activated cameras and AI recognition engine, which identifies over 99% of North American backyard species. Instead of checking phone notifications, the Roku app organizes your saved footage into a full-screen grid sorted by time and bird species. Want to see every Blue Jay or Red-bellied Woodpecker that stopped by your yard this week? You can filter and extract those clips instantly.

SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (Sept. 25, 2026)

The app also adds a clever way to keep family members connected from afar. With a simple "TV Cast Code" generated in the mobile app, you can share your favorite feeder moments with friends or family who live miles away, streaming your backyard clips directly to their Roku TV.

You can download the Birdfy app for free right now on the Roku Channel Store. It works on any Roku TV, streaming stick, or box running Roku OS 15.1 or newer.

TL;DR: Birdfy just launched its official app on the Roku Channel Store, becoming the first smart birding brand to stream directly to TV screens. If you own a Birdfy camera feeder and a TV running Roku OS 15.1 or higher, you can now livestream your feeder, search clips by species, and cast footage to family members anywhere in the world.

Watching wild birds fight over sunflower seeds on a tiny phone screen is great, but watching it in full HD on your 65-inch TV hits different. Birdfy, the smart tech brand behind popular AI-powered bird feeders, baths, and birdhouses, just released its official app on the Roku Channel Store.

It marks the first time a smart birding ecosystem has built a dedicated app for a major TV streaming platform. If your TV or streaming stick runs Roku OS 15.1 or higher, you can pull up your backyard feeder live, watch motion-triggered highlight clips, or explore community sightings from 2.4 million users around the globe without leaving the couch.

The TV app connects directly to Birdfy’s motion-activated cameras and AI recognition engine, which identifies over 99% of North American backyard species. Instead of checking phone notifications, the Roku app organizes your saved footage into a full-screen grid sorted by time and bird species. Want to see every Blue Jay or Red-bellied Woodpecker that stopped by your yard this week? You can filter and extract those clips instantly.

SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (Sept. 25, 2026)

The app also adds a clever way to keep family members connected from afar. With a simple "TV Cast Code" generated in the mobile app, you can share your favorite feeder moments with friends or family who live miles away, streaming your backyard clips directly to their Roku TV.

You can download the Birdfy app for free right now on the Roku Channel Store. It works on any Roku TV, streaming stick, or box running Roku OS 15.1 or newer.

TL;DR: As of Sept. 22, the Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $89.99 at Amazon. That's well under market price.

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For Pokémon fans, there are few greater pleasures than finding product at way below market price. And that's exactly what you'll get with Amazon's current price on the Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box.

As of Sept. 22, the Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available on Amazon for just $89.99. According to the market price listing at TCG Player, that's a total saving of $88.64 vs. the current market price of $178.63.

The catch is that you can't just rock up on Amazon and buy one. It's so in-demand that Amazon requires potential buyers to click the "request invite" button, which puts you in a random ballot to actually purchase one.

SEE ALSO: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Sylveon ex Tin is under market price at Walmart — buy for under $60 while stocks last

If you're randomly selected, you’ll get an email to let you know that you’re eligible to buy Pokémon’s 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box. The email will contain a purchase link that will be valid for 72 hours. But don't wait around — at this price, there's no guarantee that this Elite Trainer Box will still be in stock.

If your invitation request isn't selected, Amazon will keep it on file, and you may receive an invitation after restocks. 

The Elite Trainer Box includes nine Pokémon 30th Celebration booster packs, a full-art foil Nidorina promo, 16 foil Basic Energy cards, 65 sleeves, dice, a coin, dividers, a player’s guide, and a Pokémon TCG Live code. 

Don't miss the chance to grab the Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box at $89.99 — almost half of the current market price.

TL;DR: Physical preorders for Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake are already $10 off at Amazon. Preorder for $59.88 and get a pre-order price guarantee.

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$69.99 Save $10.11   Pre-order Here

We're edging closer and closer to the Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The official release date is Nov. 5, but Zelda fans are already buzzing thanks to the first-look gameplay footage.

Preorders for both the digital and physical copies are already available at Amazon. The digital version costs $59.99, while the physical edition was initially priced at $69.99 but has been reduced to $59.88 — great news for those of us who prefer to have the actual game in our hands.

There's another good reason to order from Amazon, as the retailed is offering a pre-order price guarantee. That means if the pre-order changes between now and when you're charged, you'll pay the lowest price point between when you order and when you receive the game.

If you're a serious Zelda fan, it's worth getting that preorder in soon.

Nintendo has revealed that the first print run of the physical edition will come with "special packaging that features textured foil cover art." That's one for the collectors, who will also love the Legend of Zelda-themed hardware coming this fall to mark the franchise's 40th anniversary. That will include a special-edition Switch 2 console, a Pro Controller, and a carrying case, all out Oct. 29.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Apple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile 

• Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26prem

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

• TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502)

TL;DR: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on Sept. 23-26. Gotta Get 'Em All, hosted by Indie Author Collective, is a series book blast with 100+ free titles on offer.

Where have all the Stuff Your Kindle Days gone? That's what we've been shouting into the abyss over the last few weeks.

It wasn't so long ago that we couldn't go a week without a free book giveaway, but the schedule seriously dried up over the summer. Fortunately, Stuff Your Kindle is back to boost your TBR pile ahead of fall and winter.

Gotta Get 'Em All, hosted by Indie Author Collective, is offering free books until Sept. 26. Everything you download is yours to keep forever, so you can get greedy and really stock up without a care in the world. That's what these popular events are all about.

SEE ALSO: T-Mobile is giving away the 2026 Motorola Razr for free — how to qualify

Looking to make the most of the latest Stuff Your Kindle Day? We've lined up everything you need to know about this popular event.

When is Stuff Your Kindle Day?

Gotta Get 'Em All takes place from Sept. 23-26. This four-day giveaway gives you plenty of time to assess your options and stock up ahead of the winter months.

Which books are free?

Gotta Get 'Em All is a series book blast, offering (you guessed it) books in a series. There's a helpful hub page with filters for price (free or 99 cents), platform (Kindle or Kobo), representation, and genre. With the help of these filters, you can find exactly what you want to read.

Is Stuff Your Kindle Day the same as Amazon Kindle Unlimited?

Everything you download on Stuff Your Kindle Day is yours to keep forever, and there's no limit on the number of books you can download. Stuff Your Kindle Day downloads don't count towards the 20 books that Amazon Kindle Unlimited subscribers can borrow at the same time.

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These popular e-readers let you take your entire library on the go. With weeks of battery life and an anti-glare display, you can read anywhere and anytime with the Kindle. Plus, you can get three months of Kindle Unlimited for free with your purchase for a limited time.

TL;DR: Dunkin' is giving away 1 million free drinks on Sept. 24. The promo code will drop at some point during the day, so keep this page bookmarked for an update.

Dunkin' is giving away 1 million free drinks, again. That seems like an absolutely wild promotion, but Dunkin' actually does this kind of thing fairly regularly. That doesn't make it any less exciting, and the process of claiming remains the same.

Dunkin' doesn't release specifics on what's actually included in the giveaway until the promo code goes live. That code is expected to drop sometime on Sept. 24, after which point everyone will rush to claim one of the free drinks. We'll be keeping a keen eye on all the usual channels to bring you that code as soon as it goes live. These freebies go quickly, so you need to be ready.

SEE ALSO: Starbucks just dropped a Snoopy cup for fall, and yes, I'm taking the bait

Once the code goes live, you'll need to enter it in the "Offers & Rewards" section of your app. Yes, that does mean you need to be a Dunkin' Rewards member, but it's free to sign up, and this type of giveaway comes around pretty often. It's worth the hassle.

October Prime Day headphones deals are starting to trickle in, but with Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale still about two weeks away, most of the headphones deals I want to see remain unrealized.

I'm not exactly shocked — all but one of the headphones and earbuds on this list were released in the past couple of months (with two still in their preorder phases). Though some have seen some small early discounts, I hope brands take advantage of October Prime Day to ring in the first significant markdowns.

SEE ALSO: Amazon announces dates for Prime Big Deal Days, its 48-hour 'October Prime Day' sale

As a professional headphones tester, I've watched prices rise on flagship models rise over the past couple of years. I've also had the experience of testing plenty of mid-range and budget models firsthand, so I've seen the gap between cheaper and more expensive models become more narrow. With that in mind, I chose models with a mix of price points — not just the most expensive — that I could see presenting the best value deals. Whether you're looking for open earbuds, noise-cancelling headphones, or sleep earbuds, these are the five headphones and earbuds (in no particular order) I want to see on sale for Prime Big Deal Days.

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The latest generation of Bose QuietComfort headphones are some of the best headphones I've tested in recent memory, earning a Mashable Choice Award. With the addition of Immersive Audio, these headphones are even more similar in functionality to the $449 second generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones, for nearly $100 less. The comfort, noise cancellation, and sound quality are nearly on par with the more expensive headphones, while I find the profile of the ear cups and overall look to be more in line with my personal taste. If they go on sale for $329 or even $299, down from their $359 list price, they'd easily be a top pick deal of October Prime Day — especially because a price drop would mark their first sale. On sale, they'd also be a much better competitor to Sony's new mid-range headphones. Speaking of...

SEE ALSO: We tested every pair of Bose headphones and earbuds. We found 5 we love, and 1 to buy on sale. Sony WH-1000XM4C Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM4C $299.99 at Amazon
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The Sony 1000XM4C headphones are still only available through preorder, with an official launch going live on Sept. 26. At $299.99, they're already a good deal cheaper than the $459 Sony XM6 headphones, but with many of the same benefits, including a comfortable wear time, the Sony companion app, robust sound quality, and solid active noise cancellation. While they won't quite reach the same standards as Sony's flagship headphones, they're a great option for anyone looking for a similar but significantly cheaper choice. Even a small markdown could mean an even bigger price discrepancy between the two, making them an even better value.

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Another preorder phase pick: the Bose Ultra Open (2nd gen) earbuds. Bose doesn't always mark down their entire product line for shopping holidays, so with the official launch date of Oct. 1 coming just five days before October Prime Day, I'm not holding my breath. That said, I am trying to manifest, especially as the first-generation open earbuds from the brand helped kick off the open earbuds craze, thanks to their bold design and impressive sound, which offers some of the best quality you can find on open earbuds.

SEE ALSO: Comparing the Sony LinkBuds Clip to Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: Which open earbud is for you? Apple AirPods 5 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 5 without Wireless Charging Case $129 at Amazon
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In the past, the $129 Apple AirPods have dropped down to $99 for shopping holidays. If the trend holds this time around, it'd be the first time noise-cancelling earbuds from Apple reach a sub-$100 price point, so obviously I'm hoping to see the entry-level AirPods 5 go on sale. While already a solid value at full price, a sale price could make the AirPods 5 a must-get for many (and significantly more accessible than the AirPods Pro 3).

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The best sleep earbuds on the market are Soundcore's Sleep A30 Special. Being the only real option for noise-cancelling sleep earbuds, they already are a pretty solid value — especially as Soundcore lowered the price from $229.99 from the OG Sleep A30s to Sleep A30 Specials. However, they've dipped in price as low as $168.99, making them even more palatable, especially considering their specific use case. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for at least a return to this sale price, if not an even more impressive drop.

If you're on a budget, don't panic. You don't need to shell out hundreds of dollars a year on dating apps to find a genuine connection. Dating itself is already expensive enough, so why should the apps eat at your wallet, too? While some platforms roll out premium tiers that cost as much as a car payment (looking at you, Grindr), you don't have to resort to buying credits or dating an AI bot just to save cash. Some of the best dating apps are still free to download and use, and even though some have features that are only free for women, we found $0 options for everybody.

But you do have to be smart about which apps you download. Some platforms claim to be "free" but immediately lock basic communication behind a paywall. Take eharmony, for example — you can spend 20 minutes on their quiz only to realize you can't even unblur a match's photo or send a message without paying for a premium subscription. Other niche options are disappearing entirely, like Match Group's queer dating app Archer, which shut down in June.

SEE ALSO: I had a Grindr sugar daddy for a day. Then he tried to get a refund. What dating apps are completely free?

The good news is that mainstream staples like Tinder, OkCupid, and Hinge still have functional free tiers that let you match and chat without spending a dime. Lex is also a great option for the queer community.

We tested out the best free dating apps to find the ones that really work. Use them to find your forever partner, a casual encounter, or something in between — all without handing over any cash.

Note: All the dating sites in this guide offer a functional free membership option that allows you to talk and match with people at no cost. Though most offer paid premium upgrades, these aren't apps like Match or eharmony, where you need to pay just to read a message. And if you're being pressured to send money to someone on a dating app, block them immediately — you might be dealing with a romance scammer.

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It wasn't until Forgotten Island that I understood that Dave Franco was put on this earth to play a weredog screw-up named Raww.

Make no mistake, the voice-casting of DreamWorks' latest animated adventure is absolutely flawless. R&B singer H.E.R. lending her voice to a high-energy chaos-curator called Jo, Liza Soberano as Jo's straight-laced bestie Raissa, Manny Jacinto as a momma-obsessed demon baby, Jenny Slate as the memory-collecting Batiba, Dolly de Leon as a karaoke-loving lola (grandmother), Ronny Chieng as a furious ruler of the adorable Duwende — all perfection. But Franco's raspy enthusiasm, previously channeled into a variety of lovable dummies from Neighbors to Together to Idiots, is brilliantly distilled as Raww, a boy who can't control his shapeshifting, and who, at the sight of a stick, can't resist going "full dog."

And I'm elated to say this is just one of the wacky, wonderful treasures in Forgotten Island, a friendship comedy/road trip adventure that's sure to thrill kids and grown-ups alike. 

Forgotten Island is a rollicking, imaginative adventure.  Credit: DreamWorks

Written and directed by Joel Crawford and Januel P. Mercado, Forgotten Island is a celebration of friendship, Filipino culture and '80s/'90s American radio. Its story begins in the Philippines, where Jo Yuson is new to school, and making a big impression with her family history project. Instead of your standard family tree illustration, she's created an elaborate projector display about Nakali, a fantasy island where demons roam, including the dreaded Manananggal — a vampire who can fly and split into two to better conquer her prey.

While most of her peers snark at Jo's island, bespectacled Raissa is enchanted. Using her advanced understanding of aerodynamics to defend Jo's description of the Manananggal, she ends up at the principal's office with her. 

There, a lifelong friendship between wonderful misfits is formed, which will be marked by a charm bracelet, bedecked with mementos of slumber parties, recognizing the glory of Predator, karaoke, and other shenanigans. However, as college approaches, Raissa is readying to travel to the U.S. to continue her education, while Jo is utterly lost and barely employed. It's on their last night together that they tumble unexpectedly into Nakali. And things get really wild from there.

Awakening with new accessories, an unexplained haircut, and tattoos, the friends realize they can't remember their first night on the island. With the help of the chaotic Raww, they retrace their steps to understand what happened and find a way home (in time for Raissa's flight to California!) 

Forgotten Island pulls a page from Spider-Verse.  Credit: DreamWorks

Crawford and Mercado embrace Filipino culture by displaying not only the natural beauty of the Philippines and the glorious bustle of its cities in the opening scene, but also through the rich lore in Nakali. Various mythical creatures pop up, bursting with character and color, welcoming the audience into the experience alongside Jo and Raissa. However, Crawford and Mercado also seem to pull inspiration from animated films like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and KPop Demon Hunters, embracing a variety of animation styles without reservation.

The colors in Forgotten Island are vivid, often neon, reflecting the American pop inspiration point that also allows for its soundtrack to boast tracks like Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'" and Montell Jordan's "This Is How We Do It." The kinetic animation style Mercado and Crawford favor likewise reflects their heroines' liveliness, with spirited physical expressions and countenances that break the Disney princess mold. These girls scream, cackle, and ugly cry. And the animation style (and character models) shift to better allow for this expression. Then, as they hear their forgotten story recounted by others they meet, the 3D animation shifts more drastically, turning 2D and reflecting styles found in anime and manga, including chibi. For instance, Raww recounts how he met them with a flashback that looks like he's gone full Goku.

This flexibility in style keeps Forgotten Island feeling unpredictable and exciting, as the girls race against the clock to reclaim their memory and their passage home. But that's not all, because this movie — chaotic, comedic, and radiantly joyful — might also move you to tears.

Forgotten Island pulls a Sheep Detectives.  Credit: DreamWorks

If you somehow missed The Sheep Detectives, one best movies of 2026 (that's now streaming on Prime Video), allow me to explain. Like Forgotten Island, The Sheep Detectives seems like kid stuff. In that case: When a mystery-novel-obsessed shepherd dies under mysterious circumstances, it's up to his flock of actual sheep to solve his murder. But despite the silliness and the adorableness of its heroes, The Sheep Detectives snuck up on audiences when it came to its depiction of grief and friendship. Forgotten Island pulls off this same trick, and fantastically so. 

It begins in the second act, where Jo and Raissa's friendship is nurtured by the former's lola. This moxie-rich old broad inspires the girls to love each other loudly and unapologetically, just as the weirdos they are. And, as you might guess from such a setup, Lola will die. By the end of this montage of growing up together, you might be on the brink of tears. But then comes island fun, and silly creatures, and terrifically executed Odd Couple banter. Your heart is light, your mouth smiling. And then Forgotten Island reconnects with the drama that kicked off before the girls fell to the eponymous land mass.

Credit: DreamWorks

How do you preserve a friendship when life is pulling you apart? Here's where the script gets a bit hurried in tying up this storyline along with all the threads of the island misfits (including a comically vain merman voiced by Kevin McCann). However, amid a flurry of truly thrilling action, the tender drama at this movie's core hits hard. Cheers to H.E.R. and Soberano, who bring Jo and Raissa to vivid life, whether they are fighting or frolicking. In their voices is etched the kind of easy intimacy that makes this lifelong friendship feel real, and yet frighteningly fragile. It's in these moments that grown-ups might well cry, and when one vocal kid at our press screening let out a high chirp of distress. But fear not. Forgotten Island will deliver an ending that is sensational and satisfying, reassuring us that being a weirdo works out once you've found your wild pack.

All in all, this terrifically enthralling animated adventure is a wild ride that is absolutely not to be missed. 

Forgotten Island opens in theaters on Sept. 25. 

The best early Prime Day drone deals: Best DJI Deal DJI Mini 3 399.99 (save $19.01) Get Deal Best Skyrover Deal Skyrover X1 $449 (save $170) Get Deal Best Ruko Deal Ruko Drone with Camera $239.97 (save $60.01) Get Deal Best Potensic Deal Potensic Atom 2 $319.99 (save $40) Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days is coming in hot, but you don't have to wait until October to start filling your cart up with deals. If you're looking to get into flying drones or just want to add another to your collection, now's the time to start shopping.

Drones tend to hold their prices most of the year, so a sale like this with multiple price cuts is one of the few times where the drone you've had your eye on might be shoppable. There's plenty to choose from already, from favorites like DJI to Skyrover and several options in between. While some brands like Antigravity have yet to showcase any discounts ahead of the sale, you can shop several of the top drone brands on Amazon right now.

Of course, prices are bound to change throughout the sale, so we'll keep this page current as discounts come and go. But if you're ready to go ahead and dive in, these are the best drone deals you can grab ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

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This small drone weighs under 249 grams, so you can fly it recreationally in the U.S. without registering it with the FAA. It also folds down small enough to toss in a bag to carry around if you want to take it on the go. It records 4K HDR video and rotates all the way to vertical when you want footage for Reels or TikTok, and its larger sensor offers plenty of detail in low light. It runs for up to 38 minutes per charge, and its camera feed reaches about 6 miles, which is more range than you'll ever legally need.

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This drone comes with three batteries, so you have up to 96 minutes of flight time before you have to find an outlet. It shoots 4K/60fps HDR video and 8K stills, and its 360-degree obstacle sensing monitors for branches and power lines while you're mid-flight. Its three-axis gimbal keeps footage steady, while its AI night mode and an f/1.7 aperture can help with low-light shots.

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This drone can return on its own when you press a button, when the battery gets low, or when it loses signal, making it a great option for beginners. It also has a built-in beeper to help you find it if it gets set down somewhere where it's hard to see. Its three-axis brushless gimbal can help take 4K video and 48MP photos more easily, and it has about 96 minutes of runtime per charge.

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This compact drone can fold down to the size of a paperback and weighs 249 grams. Its 1/2-inch Sony sensor captures 48MP photos and 4K HDR video, and the f/1.8 aperture plus an AI night mode offer great footage in low light. Its three-axis gimbal helps to steady everything, and AI Track will lock onto a person or a car and follow, spotlight, or fly parallel to them to make capturing video even simpler.

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• DJI Neo — $169 $199 (save $30)

• DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo — $499 $599 (save $100)

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• DJI Avata 360 — $719 $817.95 (save $98.95)

The best early Prime Day deals on power tools: Best DeWalt deal DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver, Power Tool Combo Kit $179 (save $60) Get Deal Best Craftsman deal Craftsman V20 MAX Cordless Drill Driver and Impact Driver Set $142 (save $27) Get Deal Best Greenworks deal Greenworks 24V 4-Tool Power Tool Combo Kit $219.99 (save $20) Get Deal

If you're tackling a DIY job at home or finally getting around to that project you've been putting off for months, a decent power tool can make things a lot easier. And if you're going to need one anyway, you might as well see if you can get it for less.

October Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, but as ever, Amazon has already started cutting prices on power tools ahead of the main event kicking off on Oct. 6.

Some early discounts have already caught our eye, so we've rounded up the best early deals live right now.

Best DeWalt deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeWalt DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit $179 at Amazon
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This DeWalt set includes a compact impact driver and drill/driver, both designed for working in tighter spaces. The tools have built-in LED lights for better visibility. The impact driver has a one-handed hex chuck, and the drill features a 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck for quick bit changes.

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This Craftsman set includes a drill/driver and impact driver, with two V20 batteries, a charger, and a storage bag. Both tools have LED lights and compact, contoured handles for working in tighter spaces. The drill has two speed settings, and the impact driver can give up to 1,460 in-lbs. of torque.

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This kit includes a drill, impact driver, reciprocating saw, and flashlight, along with two 2Ah batteries and a 30W charger. The brushless tools have variable-speed controls, and the reciprocating saw has a tool-free blade change and pivoting shoe. The batteries can also charge devices via USB-C.

More power tool deals

• Aoben Cordless Electric Ratchet Wrench Set — $62.99 $74.99 (save $12)

• DeWalt Random Orbit Sander — $79 $99 (save $20)

• DeWalt 20V MAX XR Oscillating Tool Kit — $99 $131.51 (save $32.51)

• WorkPro Home Tool Set with 20V Cordless Drill — $110.99 $129.99 (save $19)

• Worx Cordless Pole Saw — $152.99 $189.99 (save $37)

• Teeno Power Tool Combo Kit Brushless 9-in-1 Multi-Tool Set — $197.99 $219.99 (save $22)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $249 $192 (save $57)

The best early Prime Day deals on power tools: Best DeWalt deal DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver, Power Tool Combo Kit $179 (save $60) Get Deal Best Craftsman deal Craftsman V20 MAX Cordless Drill Driver and Impact Driver Set $142 (save $27) Get Deal Best Greenworks deal Greenworks 24V 4-Tool Power Tool Combo Kit $219.99 (save $20) Get Deal

If you're tackling a DIY job at home or finally getting around to that project you've been putting off for months, a decent power tool can make things a lot easier. And if you're going to need one anyway, you might as well see if you can get it for less.

October Prime Day is still a couple of weeks away, but as ever, Amazon has already started cutting prices on power tools ahead of the main event kicking off on Oct. 6.

Some early discounts have already caught our eye, so we've rounded up the best early deals live right now.

Best DeWalt deal Opens in a new window Credit: DeWalt DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit $179 at Amazon
$239 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

This DeWalt set includes a compact impact driver and drill/driver, both designed for working in tighter spaces. The tools have built-in LED lights for better visibility. The impact driver has a one-handed hex chuck, and the drill features a 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck for quick bit changes.

Best Craftsman deal Opens in a new window Credit: Craftsman Craftsman V20 MAX Cordless Drill Driver and Impact Driver Set $142 at Amazon
$169 Save $27   Get Deal Why we like it

This Craftsman set includes a drill/driver and impact driver, with two V20 batteries, a charger, and a storage bag. Both tools have LED lights and compact, contoured handles for working in tighter spaces. The drill has two speed settings, and the impact driver can give up to 1,460 in-lbs. of torque.

Best Greenworks deal Opens in a new window Credit: Greenworks Greenworks 24V 4-Tool Power Tool Combo Kit $219.99 at Amazon
$239.99 Save $20   Get Deal Why we like it

This kit includes a drill, impact driver, reciprocating saw, and flashlight, along with two 2Ah batteries and a 30W charger. The brushless tools have variable-speed controls, and the reciprocating saw has a tool-free blade change and pivoting shoe. The batteries can also charge devices via USB-C.

More power tool deals

• Aoben Cordless Electric Ratchet Wrench Set — $62.99 $74.99 (save $12)

• DeWalt Random Orbit Sander — $79 $99 (save $20)

• DeWalt 20V MAX XR Oscillating Tool Kit — $99 $131.51 (save $32.51)

• WorkPro Home Tool Set with 20V Cordless Drill — $110.99 $129.99 (save $19)

• Worx Cordless Pole Saw — $152.99 $189.99 (save $37)

• Teeno Power Tool Combo Kit Brushless 9-in-1 Multi-Tool Set — $197.99 $219.99 (save $22)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $249 $192 (save $57)