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We're almost at the New Moon, which means visibility is very limited. The New Moon is the part of the lunar cycle where the Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark.

What is today's Moon phase?

As of Thursday, Oct. 8, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waning Crescent phase, with 6% of its surface visible.

Tonight, you'll only be able to see the Grimaldi Basin, and only with the assistance of either binoculars or a telescope.

When is the next Full Moon?

The next Full Moon will take place on October 25 or 26, depending on your timezone.

What are Moon phases?

The Moon completes an orbit around Earth in roughly 29.5 days. During that time, its position changes relative to the Earth and Sun, altering how much of the Moon's illuminated surface is visible to us. This produces the familiar lunar phases, beginning with a thin crescent and progressing through the quarter phases before reaching a Full Moon. The sequence then repeats as the Moon continues its orbit. According to NASA, the phase visible from Earth is determined by the Moon's changing position in relation to both Earth and the Sun.

The eight phases are:

New Moon - The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).

Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter - Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it's not quite full yet.

Full Moon - The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.

Waning Gibbous - The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.

Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.

TL;DR: Live stream Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys for free on 7Plus. Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Thursday Night Football is about to kick off, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers visiting the Dallas Cowboys for their Week 5 showdown.

The Cowboys are undoubtedly confident. They looking stellar in offense and, at 2-2, they're just one win away from making this is a winning season so far. The Bucs, however, have had a miserable start to the new campaign, with zero wins and four losses. They're also missing their quarterback, Baker Mayfield. Can they turn things around with an upset win on the Cowboys' home turf?

If you want to watch Buccaneers vs. Cowboys in the NFL for free from anywhere in the world, here's all the information you need.

When is Buccaneers vs. Cowboys?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys starts at 8.15 p.m. ET on Oct. 8. This fixture takes place at AT&T Stadium.

How to watch Buccaneers vs. Cowboys for free

Buccaneers vs. Cowboys in the NFL is available to live stream for free on 7Plus.

7Plus is geo-restricted to Australia only, but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Australia, meaning you can live stream Buccaneers vs. Cowboys for free from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the NFL by following these simple steps:

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

2. Download the app to your device of choice

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 7Plus

5. Watch Buccaneers vs. Cowboys for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer generous money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Buccaneers vs. Cowboys without committing your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream this fixture (plus NFL action) before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for the NFL?

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

• Servers in 105 countries, including Australia

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

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

• Fast connection speeds free from throttling

• Up to 10 simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and usually offers a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99.

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box is available to preorder for $269.99 at Amazon, just $8.81 above its current TCGplayer market price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box $269.95 at Amazon
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There are still plenty of great live Prime Day deals on Amazon right now, but Pokémon TCG collectors looking forward to the arrival of Delta Reign can now secure an entire Booster Display Box for a low price.

As of Oct. 8, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box is available to preorder for $269.99 on Amazon from third-party seller Kings Games. At the time of writing, delivery is set for Tuesday, Nov. 10; that’s four days after the expansion’s Nov. 6 release date. There’s also Amazon’s usual 30-day refund/replacement policy if you run into any issues with your box when the time comes. 

Spread across the Display Box's 36 boosters, this is currently the best way to get the lowest price per pack, with Amazon making it so you’re paying about $7.50 per booster. 

As usual, each pack contains 10 random Pokémon cards, a Basic Energy card, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card, leaving you with 360 random cards to open altogether. 

SEE ALSO: Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Booster Bundle preorders are live on Amazon — and they're under market price

Following the popular 30th Celebration expansion, Delta Reign is causing a stir. Among its 135+ cards, you’ll find what’s likely to be very popular chase cards like the Mega Rayquaza ex SIRs — along with the same for Raikou ex, and Mega Golurk ex. 

If you’re the type of Pokemon collector who cares more about the artwork than playing, you can buy single cards from Storm Emeralda (the Japanese version of Delta Reign) right now on TCGplayer.

The best October Prime Day tech deals still live: Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle (2024) $103.99 (save $46) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $79 (save $50) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 (save $200) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal Hisense 65-inch E7 Cinema Series TV $579.99 (save $320) Get Deal Best Deal Under $25 Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 (save $5) Get Deal Best Gaming Monitor Deal LG UltraGear 45-inch Curved Gaming Monitor $884.99 (save $815) Get Deal Best coffee machine deal Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Machine $499.95 (save $100.05) Get Deal Best Fitness Tracker Deal Garmin Epix Pro Smartwatch $529.99 (save $470) Get Deal

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale is officially over. But don't panic just yet. If you missed out, there's still time to find some great savings. Particularly with tech, because some of the best tech deals are still clinging on to those low prices, just waiting to be snagged by last-minute bargain-hunters.

Mashable’s reporters and editors test tech year-round. For Prime Big Deal Days, we paired those hands-on findings with price-history checks to help you decide what’s worth buying, which upgrades are worth paying for, and where a cheaper model will do the job. We’ve been looking for discounts on devices we’d actually recommend: earbuds that stay comfortable during a commute, e-readers with responsive page turns, and creator cameras that help you stand out from the crowd. And below is the best of what's left on offer.

SEE ALSO: The 20+ best Prime Day deals on MicroSDs, SSDs, and hard drives: Our favorite deals to beat RAMageddon

Our top picks include $79 AirPods, a $103.99 Kindle, and $80 off Bose’s second-generation QuietComfort Headphones. With the sale now over, there's no time to lose — now's the moment to get those last-chance deals.

How do we pick deals? A low price doesn’t automatically make a good deal. We prioritize products recommended in Mashable’s reviews and buying guides, then use price-tracking tools such as camelcamelcamel to check whether the discount is unusually good. We also compare other retailers’ listings rather than assuming Amazon has the lowest price.

When we’ve tested a product, we explain what stood out in actual use. We also flag Prime membership requirements, third-party sellers, and other conditions that could change the value of an offer. With all this in mind, let's break down the top tech deals still available after the official close of Prime Day.

The best AirPods deals

The best AirPods deal is actually available at Walmart, not Amazon, as part of Walmart's competing deals. This for the AirPods 4, a budget pick for iPhone users who prefer earbuds without ANC.

Just to reiterate, this deal is for the version that doesn't have active noise cancellation. In our AirPods 4 review, we tested the ANC model, but the buds have the same design. We found they stayed secure through flights and a treadmill run, although our reviewer experienced some discomfort after roughly eight hours of wear. The AirPods 4 reached $69 last Black Friday, so $79 isn’t their all-time low. But it is the lowest price so far in 2026 — and a reasonable buy.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79.99
$129 Save $49.01   Get Deal A Kindle for just over $100

The 2024 Kindle is on sale for $103.99, a 31% discount, with an option to bundle three months of Kindle Unlimited for free. It’s the pick for readers who want a small, lightweight e-reader rather than every feature in the Kindle lineup.

In Mashable’s review, Lead Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino found that the six-inch Kindle fit easily into a small crossbody bag, turned pages quickly, and displayed crisp, high-contrast text. Its 16GB of storage gives you room for thousands of books without stepping up to a more expensive model.

The trade-offs matter: this Kindle isn’t waterproof and doesn’t have the Paperwhite’s adjustable warm light. Amazon also rates its battery life at up to six weeks, compared with up to 12 weeks for the 2024 Paperwhite models. Choose the basic Kindle for portability and price; consider a Paperwhite if you read in the bath or want more control over nighttime lighting. You can also check out the brand-new Kindles Amazon just announced, though they aren't on sale (womp, womp).

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 2024 Amazon Kindle (16GB) $103.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $46.00   Get Deal More Kindle deals:

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) — $169.99 $229.99 (save $60)

• Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32GB) — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Amazon Kindle Colorsoft (16GB) — $189.99 $289.99 (save $100)

Save on Apple's newest MacBooks

We've been waiting for good deals on Apple MacBooks, and Amazon has finally delivered over October Prime Day, with both the MacBook Air and Pro marked down.

If you're a professional creative, developer, or AI enthusiast who needs a compact new laptop for work, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better option than the 14-inch, M5 Max-powered MacBook Pro. The "base" configuration with 36GB of RAM and 2TB of storage got a $500 price increase back in June, which bumped it from $3,599 to $4,099. But right now, Amazon has it on sale for just $3,499 — a $600 savings.

If you don't need the powerful MacBook Pro's features or the price tag, you can go with the M5 MacBook Air while it's on sale for $1,099, or $200 off the normal price. Not only is it highly portable, but it also uses the M5 chip, and it stays in a moderate lane without going wild with features not everyone needs. It's a great buy for students or professionals.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD) $3,499 at Amazon
$4,099 Save $600   Get Deal A tasty deal on a top-end espresso machine

Ninja is now well established as one of the most desirable brands in kitchen appliances. While you probably associate them with air fryers, this espresso machine is just as slick — a 3-in-1 coffee maker that serves up espresso, cold brew, and drip coffee, plus lots of variations in between (lattes, macchiatos, cappuccinos, and more).

It comes with a built-in frother for turning milk into creamy microfoam, as well as a conical grinder and smart technology that guides you through the coffee-making process.

At $499.95, it's just 95 cents from its lowest-ever price.

Opens in a new window Credit: SharkNinja Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Machine $499.95
$599.99 Save $100.04   Get Deal Google Pixel 11 Pro on sale

Apple customers were out of luck with October Prime Day smartphone deals, but Android users have enjoyed plenty of options. If you're looking for the best deal on an Android smartphone, then it's an easy choice — the new Google Pixel 11 Pro is still marked down for Prime members, now at $849.

This sale marked the first time the new Google flagship phone had ever dropped below $1,000. In our recent Pixel 11 Pro review, we noted that this phone has an incredible set of cameras, which is no surprise. For creators — or anyone who loves documenting family memories — this is the best Android phone for photography right now.

Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 11 Pro, Unlocked (256GB) $834 at Amazon
$1,099 Save $265   Get Deal DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo

The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo is the more practical upgrade for creators who want steadier footage and better audio without building a full camera rig. The bundle includes a DJI Mic 2 transmitter, battery handle, and mini tripod — not just the camera.

The Pocket 3 combines a one-inch CMOS sensor with a three-axis mechanical gimbal, which stabilizes footage as you move. Its rotating two-inch touchscreen makes switching shooting orientation straightforward, while ActiveTrack 6.0 can keep you centered during a solo, talk-to-camera recording.

For creators who edit beyond basic cuts, support for 10-bit color and D-Log M provides more flexibility for color grading. That’s the reason to consider this older camera: the useful features are still here, even if a newer model exists. Read our review of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo $495 at Amazon
$629 Save $134   Get Deal A high-spec smartwatch at almost half price

Garmin is the king of high-quality smartwatches with rugged outdoor features and fitness tracking. If you move fast, you can pick up a premium model with a discount of 47%.

It offers advanced health and training monitoring and in-depth metrics, along with 16 days of battery, a built-in flashlight, and trainer-like guidance.

We've seen in go as low as $499.99 before, but even with an extra $20 on top, the current sale price of $529.99 is much the athletes who use this smartwatch: seriously competitive.

Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Epix Pro SmartWatch $529.99
$999.99 Save $470   Get Deal Best deal under $25: Apple AirTags

Apple released a new generation of AirTag trackers this year, the AirTag 2. The popular Apple tracker has fallen to an all-time low price, and we don't expect it to get any cheaper today. You can also grab the 4-pack on sale for $89.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) $24 at Amazon
$29 Save $5   Get Deal Gaming gear with over $800 off

Gamers know that sale events — even the aftermath — are the time to pick up new hardware. And for those on the hunt for a new monitor, this LG UltraGear OLED monitor has a massive 47% off its list price right now, savings of $815. At 45 inches, it boasts WQHD resolution and a curved display for a more immersive gaming experience. With a refresh rate of 240Hz and a lightning response time of just 0.03ms, it's built for high-speed gaming and winning performance.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG UltraGear 45-inch Curved Gaming Monitor $884.99
$1,699.99 Save $815   Get Deal Best Amazon subscription deal

This exclusive deal is for Prime members only, and it's a good one. For a limited time, Prime members can sign up for four months of Audible for just $0.99. You'll also get a $20 Audible credit to spend as you like.

Our advice? Take advantage of this deal and set a calendar reminder three months and 29 days in the future.

Opens in a new window Credit: Audible Audible $0.99 for 4 months + $20 Audible credit Get Deal Cheap wireless earbuds for under $25

If you're prone to losing earbuds and just need something simple for everyday use, the popular Anker Soundcore P30i Earbuds are sitting at $24.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Soundcore P30i Noise-Cancelling Earbuds $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal The best iPad deals

Prime Big Deal Days cut $100 from the newest iPad Air, which is powered by the powerful M4 chip. It's our favorite tablet overall and won a Mashable Choice award earlier this year. (Read our full review if you're on the fence.)

If you want to upgrade to the M5 chip and a breathtaking OLED touchscreen, then you can also save $100 on the iPad Pro. Its display is incredibly bright, even in direct sunlight, and it has enough processing power to run video-editing software and handle 4K video files.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon
$749 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,099.99 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $99.01   Get Deal Bose QuietComfort headphones on sale

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are $80 off, and their appeal is more specific than “premium sound”: Mashable’s testing highlights their comfort, adjustable active noise cancellation, and all-day battery life even with ANC enabled.

The second generation increases rated battery life from 24 to 30 hours and adds USB-C wired playback, which can charge the headphones while you listen. There’s also passive playback through an auxiliary cable. Those are useful upgrades if you wear headphones through a workday or want a wired option when the battery runs out.

Prefer earbuds? The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are under $130 after a 28% discount. According to our reviewer, "you'll be hard pressed to find earbuds with better sound quality and battery life than these."

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) $369 at Amazon
$449 Save $80   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Earbuds $129 at Amazon
$179 Save $50   Get Deal A 65-inch TV for under $600

It wouldn't be a major sale event without at least checking out the prices of massive smart TVs, would it? This is our top pick of what's still discounted, a huge Hisense TV with all the bells and whistles in glorious 4K. The E7 Cinema Series runs on Fire TV and more than lives up to its name. It's built for home cinema setups, boasting a stack of features — including Dolby Vision IQ, AI-enhanced visuals, motion smoothing, and Filmmaker Mode — to immerse you in your movies and shows. Throw in gaming features, and it really is the full package. And it's now just $32 off its lowest-ever price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch E7 Cinema Series TV $579.99 at Amazon
$999.99 Save $420   Get Deal A super-affordable Android smartwatch

If you're looking for a tracker and smartwatch hybrid that's super affordable, then we have to point you to the Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro. We called this an almost-perfect smartwatch in our review, and we named it a Mashable Choice product.

Grab this budget Android tracker, which boasts weeks of battery life, for just $59.

Opens in a new window Credit: Nothing Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro $59 at Amazon
$79 Save $20   Get Deal

If you're a longtime Android user, you've probably heard some of the "must-follow" rules that every Android phone or tablet owner is supposed to stick to. While some of them hold up, like the idea that your phone's battery will degrade more slowly if you keep it charged between 30% and 80%, or that some apps can drain your battery if you let them freely access your location, there are a number of other myths that are just that: myths. They simply aren't true, and they should be banished from the collective mindset of Android users once and for all.

Ryobi is wildly popular among DIYers and homeowners for its expansive selection of 18V/40V power tools for use both indoors and outdoors, but don't overlook its smaller USB Lithium tools.

Microsoft's got a new laptop to take on Apple's MacBook Pro, and it's an absolute powerhouse.

Called the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra, it runs on Nvidia's RX Spark N1X chip that either has a 5,120-core GPU and an 18-core CPU, or a 6,144-core GPU and a 20-core CPU. Memory options range from 24 to 128GB, and storage is either 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB.

SEE ALSO: Microsoft's new Surface laptops get rid of Copilot+ PC branding The Surface Laptop Ultra is available in two colors: Platinum and Nightfall (pictured). Credit: Microsoft

The specs above are important for developers and AI creators, as they offer a massive amount of AI computing in a portable form factor. With the Surface Laptop Ultra, you'll be able to run local AI agents with more than 120 billion parameters, which is roughly on par with what you can do with Apple's most powerful MacBook Pro.

If you want a lighter color, there's always Platinum. Credit: Microsoft

The Surface Laptop Ultra boasts a 15-inch PixelSense Ultra display and a 3,270x2,180 pixel resolution and a 120HZ refresh rate, and a battery that's good for 12 hours of active web usage or 15 hours of local video playback. It weighs 4.5lbs, it's only 18 millimeters thin when closed, and it's available in two colors: Platinum and Nightfall. In terms of connectivity, you get three USB-C port, one USB-A port, an HDMI port, an SD card reader, and a headphone jack.

This is Magnetic Connect, the "world's first built-in magnetic USB-C charging on a laptop." Credit: Microsoft

If you need more proof that Microsoft is positioning this one as an alternative to the MacBook Pro, consider Magnetic Connect; it's essentially Microsoft's version of MagSafe, only with a USB-C port. Oh, and if you trade in an eligible MacBook, you get a $1,000 "break up" bonus.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra is available for pre-order, starting at $2,599, but that's with the less powerful chip and just 32GB of memory; the most powerful version will set you back $5,899.99. Availability starts on Oct. 16.

Need the power without the extra bits? That's what the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box is for. Credit: Microsoft

Besides the Surface Laptop Ultra, Microsoft also launched the Surface RTX Spark Dev Box, a compact box with essentially the same performance as the laptop, only without the keyboard and display. Primarily aimed at developers, it offers up to 1 petaflop of AI performance and 128GB of unified memory, and also supports AI models with more than 120 billion parameters.

In terms of specs, it runs a NVIDIA RTX Spark™ N1X chip that combines a 6144-core GPU with a 20-core CPU. 128GB LPDDR5x unified memory is the only option when it comes to RAM, and storage is a removable SSD with 2TB of space. It's fairly portable, at 12.85x6.77x1.69 inches in size and 4.4lbs of weight.

It's available for pre-order at Microsoft's website for $5,999, and it'll start shipping in November.

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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box is available to preorder for $140 at Amazon, just $8.72 above its current TCGplayer market price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box $140 at Amazon
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If the current prices for Pokemon’s 30th Celebration ETBs are a little too high for you, preorders for Delta Reign’s Elite Trainer Box have finally gone live for a little less. 

As of Oct. 8, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box is available to preorder for $140 at Amazon, sold and shipped by third-party seller MVP Marketplace. That's not too far from the market price of $131.28 on TCGplayer.

With the expansion officially arriving on Nov. 6, Amazon's earliest estimated delivery is Nov. 9-12, or Nov. 16 with free shipping. Whilst you won’t get your ETB on release day, you’ll still get Amazon’s 30-day refund/replacements policy should you run into any problems. 

SEE ALSO: Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Booster Bundle preorders are live on Amazon — and they're under market price

In said box, you’ll be getting what you can usually expect from a Pokémon ETB: nine titular booster packs from the Delta Reign expansion, a full-art foil Kyogre promo card, 65 card sleeves, 40 Energy cards, seven dice, a plastic coin, six dividers, a collector's box, a player's guide, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card.

When not counting the extras, you’ll be paying $15.56 per pack. 

In this particular expansion, you’ll have over 135 cards to collect. If you want to check out which sort of beautiful Special Illustration Rares you can get (including Mega Rayquaza ex, Raikou ex, Mega Golurk ex, etc) — you can check out the Japanese versions with single cards available to buy right now on TCGplayer. 

TL;DR: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on Oct. 8-10. Halloween Hauntfest, hosted by Indie Visible, is offering free spooky books in all genres.

We've been firmly focused on Prime Day for some time, and even though some deals are still live, we're glad to switch our attention to shopping events that don't require any spend. We like finding good deals, and it doesn't get any better than free.

Stuff Your Kindle Day is the ultimate opportunity to stock up on reading material without spending anything, and a new giveaway has dropped.

Halloween Hauntfest, hosted by Indie Visible, is offering free books until Oct. 10. Everything you download is yours to keep forever, so don't hold back.

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?

Halloween Hauntfest takes place from Oct. 8-10. This three-day giveaway gives you ample time to peruse all the options and seriously stock up ahead of the winter months. You're not going to be leaving the house anyway. You might as well start working through that TBR pile.

Which books are free?

Halloween Hauntfest promises to offer books in all genres, but naturally, there's an emphasis on spooky reads. You can filter by genre and tag on the helpful event hub page. We suggest filtering for "free books" to exclude all $0.99 options. A $0.99 book is still a real win, but it's the free reads that make these events so special.

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.

The best Stuff Your Kindle Day deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle (16GB) + Kindle Unlimited (3 Months) $103.99 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $46.00   Shop Now Why we like it

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.

Modern Galaxy phones come with plenty of built-in apps to make your life easier. Many work pretty well, but most have clear limitations. Samsung's ecosystem is getting more and more closed by the moment, which is a big part of why many of these Galaxy apps fall behind alternatives you can easily download from the app store for free.

SAVE OVER $800: As of Oct. 8, the LG 45-Inch Ultragear WQHD OLED curved gaming monitor is on sale for $884.99 at Amazon exclusively for Prime members. That's $815 off its full price of $1,699.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 45-Inch Ultragear WQHD OLED Curved Gaming Monitor $884.99 at Amazon
$1,699.99 Save $815   Get Deal

In a real post-Prime Big Deal Days treat for members, Amazon has the LG 45-Inch Ultragear WQHD OLED curved gaming monitor marked down to $884.99. That's a massive 48% discount off its full cost of $1,699.99, but you'll want to be quick to grab it at this price.

As of Oct. 8, this gaming monitor may not be on sale for much longer, especially as we get further away from October Prime Day. If you're a Prime member who's been longing for a monitor upgrade to add to your gaming setup, don't miss out on this chance to save on this sleek display.

SEE ALSO: October Prime Day is over: See the 20+ best deals still live, including MacBooks and AirPods

This LG 45-inch ultrawide display can make your games really pop thanks to WQHD 3440x1440 resolution, which brings out incredible detail, and OLED technology to enhance contrast, color, and brightness. The screen's 800R curve is another exciting element, allowing you to feel even more drawn in to the action on screen.

Speaking of jumping into the action, it also boasts a 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms (GtG) response time, so you can move around quickly without dealing with lag or ghosting. The monitor also has AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, which allows you to enjoy smooth visuals without screen tearing or stutter.

The clock is ticking on this Prime-exclusive LG 45-Inch Ultragear WQHD OLED curved gaming monitor deal at Amazon, so act fast to save.

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

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Bundle is available to preorder for $74.99 at Amazon, below its current $78.52 TCGplayer market price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Bundle $74.99 at Amazon
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Now that Prime Day is over (though plenty of deals are still live), it’s the perfect time for the Pokémon TCG Delta Reign preorders to go live. And surprisingly, preorders are below market price at Amazon.

As of Oct. 8, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Bundle is available to preorder for $74.99 at Amazon, through third-party seller Kings Games

The Delta Reign expansion is coming out on Nov. 6, and delivery for this box is currently set for Nov. 10 — four days later. Despite coming from a third-party seller, you’re still getting Amazon’s 30-day refund/replacement window in case there are any issues.

It’s surprising to see a preorder for a new expansion product in the Pokémon line immediately go up for under market price, but that's the case with this booster bundle. At $74.99, Amazon is already $3.53 below TCGplayer's estimated market value of $78.52.

SEE ALSO: The best last chance October Prime Day deals on Pokémon: Get new price cuts on the 30th Celebration expansion

With six Delta Reign booster packs in the box, you're paying around $12.50 per pack. Meanwhile, actual listings at TCGplayer are only going as low as $77.22 at the time of writing. 

In those six packs, the contents are business as usual: 10 trading cards from the titular expansion, one Basic Energy, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. Across all six packs, that's 60 trading cards to start building your Delta Reign collection.

With over 135 cards in this particular Mega Evolution expansion, Delta Reign’s headliners include stunning SIRs and MHRs for Mega Rayquaza, Raikou ex, Mega Golurk ex, and more. 

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TL;DR: Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is $7.97 through Oct. 11 during Deal Days, giving one compatible PC a lifetime, non-transferable license.

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Some upgrades just feel right. This is one of them.

If your PC has been running a little sluggish or you’ve been meaning to bring your system up to speed, Windows 11 Pro is just $7.97 (reg. $199) through Oct. 11 during this Deal Days sale, which is our version of Prime Day.

This isn’t about chasing trends; it’s more about giving your computer the modern foundation it deserves. Windows 11 Pro brings a sleeker UI, better multitasking, and enhanced security — all in a one-time lifetime license.

Think of it as the difference between driving a reliable car and suddenly upgrading to one with a smarter dashboard, smoother handling, and built-in security features.

For professionals, creators, and power users, this upgrade also unlocks features like Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, BitLocker encryption, and seamless Azure AD integration — tools that make a real difference when you’re working across projects or managing sensitive data.

And yes, Windows 11 comes with Copilot, Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant that can summarize pages, change settings, or even help you generate code on the fly. It’s like having a co-pilot (literally) inside your OS.

But you don’t need convincing — you already know a smart upgrade when you see one. Get Windows 11 Pro for just $7.97 (reg. $199) through Oct. 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT as part of this Deal Days sale.

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TL;DR: Get help with your CAD projects with this one-year subscription to Autodesk AutoCAD for just $338.97 (reg. $2,095) until Oct. 11.

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If you’re someone spending your workdays making blueprints, floor plans, 3D models, or anything else that requires 2D drawings, you know the pain of messing up a tiny detail. Autodesk AutoCAD is the industry-leading computer-aided design software made to help you create precise 2D drawings and professional 3D models.

Right now, you can lock in a one-year subscription to Autodesk AutoCAD for just $338.97 (reg. $2,095) through Oct. 11.

We’ve all got enough on our plates. Fortunately, there’s now AI to help you streamline any workflow, and if you’re working with 2D and 3D designs, Autodesk AutoCAD handles all the integration.

This computer-aided design software is trusted by architects, engineers, designers, and construction professionals worldwide thanks to its suite of powerful tools that support drafting, modeling, documentation, and visualization on a single platform.

Autodesk AutoCAD comes packed with AI-powered features to make life easier. Use Smart Blocks to automatically detect, create, and replace reusable blocks, reducing repetitive drafting and speeding up your workflow. AI can also interpret markups, track drawing history, and keep up with project changes for faster collaboration.

Precision 2D drafting tools help you create accurate technical drawings with annotations, dimensions, layers, and layouts. Advanced 3D modeling makes it easier to design solid, surface, and mesh models for architecture, product development, and engineering projects.

You’ll be working with industry-standard DWG files, so you can share them easily and use them with compatible CAD applications.

Secure this one-year subscription to Autodesk AutoCAD for just $338.97 now through Oct. 11.

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SAVE OVER $70: As of Oct. 8, the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl is on sale for its lowest-ever price of $279.95 at Amazon. That's $70.04 off its full price of $349.99.

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Amazon's big October Prime Day sale is all done, but there are still some discounts hanging around that deserve attention. Our favorite Ninja Creami, the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl, is still marked down to its lowest-ever price of $279.95.

This is a huge price cut of just over $70 from its full price of $349.99, though keep in mind it currently has a limited-time deal tag. The further we get from Prime Big Deal Days, the less likely it is to remain on sale, so be quick to shop if you've been wanting this delightful 13-in-1 ice cream maker in your kitchen.

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This machine is one of our favorites from Ninja. Mashable's Samantha Mangino reviewed it and said it's "worth it as long as you have the counter space." She highlighted that, compared to the standard Ninja Creami, it offers "improved performance, requiring fewer re-spins to achieve a creamy consistency", plus the dispensing feature "is exceptionally easy to use and, not to mention, really fun."

It comes with 13 one-touch programs. This includes programs for Soft Serve, Fruit Whip, Frozen Custard, CreamiFit, Swirled Frozen Yogurt, and Lite Ice Cream. It also makes customizing your go-to treat simple and easy, so you can add in your preferred ingredients, flavors, and even mix-ins of candy or chocolate.

Act fast to save on the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl while it's still on sale at Amazon.

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