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Sunrise on the Reaping stars Mckenna Grace and Ben Wang draft their ultimate Hunger Games squad
In The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, viewers will witness the first sparks of the revolution that eventually catch fire in The Hunger Games trilogy. But if Sunrise on the Reaping stars Mckenna Grace and Ben Wang had to lead their own revolution, which franchise characters would they want by their sides?
SEE ALSO: The first 20 minutes of 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' blew me awayTo find out, Grace and Wang, who play District 12 tributes Maysilee Donner and Wyatt Callow, stopped by Mashable's Say More studio to play a game of Choose Your Squad. They drafted their own revolutionary teams from a list of characters from the original Hunger Games trilogy, as well as Sunrise on the Reaping and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. That's right, everyone from Katniss Everdeen to Lucy Gray Baird is in play.
Which character will be the first draft pick? Which squad would pull off the best revolution? And will either Grace or Wang pull the ultimate wild card move and draft President Snow to their side?
Find out by watching the whole video above, and may the odds be ever in your favor.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping hits theaters Nov. 20.
I checked Windows 11's built-in tools to see what was draining my laptop battery
Your laptop battery shouldn't feel like it's racing against a countdown timer. Yet sometimes, even with a relatively light workload, you watch the percentage drop faster than expected. Closing a few apps, lowering screen brightness, and enabling Battery Saver might help, but they don't necessarily address the root cause.
Did you know your iPhones calculator has a history feature?
Look, I'm out here stressing about my Spotify Wrapped, and there's another damning trail of user-behavior evidence lurking on my phone: my distinct lack of mathematical ability.
In case you hadn't stared directly at the corner of the Calculator app, you might be surprised to learn there's a History feature. Introduced with iOS 18 in 2024, the feature might have gone under the radar for most.
Perhaps the tool would be useful for those needing to refer to their previous sums for budget reasons or their calculations for deeper research. But as content creators Jess Walton and Sammy Day have proved, the feature is deeply effective for absolutely roasting the people you love.
SEE ALSO: Why Jordan Klepper thinks we're living in "dumb McCarthyism"I checked my Calculator History and found I'd asked technology to do very basic sums for me, and, reader, I'm a busy person. I left math behind in high school, and I'm deeply unmotivated to learn it again on Duolingo. But I can appreciate your complete permission to roast me for asking an app what 20 divided by 5 is. I was in a hurry.
How to find one's Calculator History (for roasting purposes or general interest) Total Time- 1 min
- iPhone
- Calculator app
Step 1: Open Calculator on iPhone.
Step 2: Tap the clock icon in the top left.
Step 3: Behold your brilliance.
Don't bully, just lightly roast. A gentle searing, even.
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I turned a sub-$500 mini PC into a router that spots attacks without slowing down
"Did I make a mistake in choosing my UniFi network over building my own?" That's a thought that has gone through my mind many times before. So, I decided to put it to the test by deploying my own DIY router in my homelab. The goal was to see how capable OPNsense was and if it could reasonably replace my UniFi setup. It honestly had way more features than I expected it to—more features than my UniFi system has, actually.
John Mulaney and Phoebe Bridgers latest SNL promo contains a brutal roast
We know that Phoebe Bridgers can sing, but it appears she may also have a future in roast battles.
In the SNL promo above the Lost Weekend artist and Primetime star appears alongside this week's host John Mulaney and cast member Ben Marshall, who is convinced that Mulaney's about to start roasting him at any second.
"No seriously, I mostly do observational stuff about municipal arcana," Mulaney explains, before Marshall inexplicably storms off.
"What was his problem?" Mulaney asks Bridgers. The response? "He's just mad he looks like Temu Ron Weasley." Ouch.
3 things you can do with IPv6 that are difficult with IPv4
IPv6 has been around for decades, and most of us have probably heard the same explanation about why we need it. We are running out of IPv4 addresses; IPv6 has an almost unimaginable number of addresses, and eventually, everything will move over to it. That is usually where the conversation ends, which is a shame because IPv6 has some pretty interesting features up its sleeve.
The Dyson Supersonic Travel has dropped to a new low price at Amazon — buy for under $300
SAVE $92: As of Nov. 13, the Dyson Supersonic Travel is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Supersonic Travel $299.99 at Amazon$391.99 Save $92 Get Deal at Amazon
Sometimes packing for a weekend trip can be as challenging as a full-on vacation. You need to pack the same toiletries, beauty products, and styling tools, but with much less luggage space. That's where the Dyson Supersonic Travel comes in handy.
It's designed to deliver the same powerful drying performance as its full-sized counterpart, but 32% smaller and 25% lighter than the regular Dyson Supersonic Nural.
But don't be fooled by its compact size. The Supersonic Travel doesn't skimp on features. It still uses Dyson's intelligent heat control technology to help protect hair from extreme heat damage, as well as its Air Multiplier technology, which delivers powerful airflow for faster drying. There are three heat settings and two speed settings to choose from, plus a travel concentrator attachment for more precise styling. It also automatically adapts to different voltages, so you won't have to worry about using it abroad, which is often a concern with Dyson styling tools.
And as an added bonus, this kit comes bundled with Dyson's Omega leave-in conditioning spray. This product helps to detangle, smooth frizz, and protect hair against heat and humidity — the typical vacation hair concerns.
You can find this Dyson deal available on Amazon right now.
Shop Apple AirTags for the best-ever price ahead of Amazons Black Friday sale going live
SAVE $30: As of Nov. 13, the Apple AirTag four-pack is on sale for $69 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount on the list price.
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Black Friday might still be a couple of weeks away, but Amazon is already rolling out tempting early deals ahead of its sale on Nov. 19. Case in point: Apple's AirTags have dropped to just $69 for a four-pack, matching their lowest-ever price. That's less than $18 per tracker.
AirTags are Apple's handy little Bluetooth trackers, designed to help you find your belongings using the Find My app on your iPhone or iPad. Pop one in your bag, attach it to your keys, or slip it into your luggage when flying, and you'll be able to check its location whenever you need to. And if every traveler's worst nightmare does happen and your bags go missing, there's the option to share their location with participating airlines to try and help locate them.
It also has a small built-in speaker that helps you hear where your lost item is. And for items that have been misplaced further afield, Apple's Find My network can help pinpoint their whereabouts, and Lost Mode alerts you when your missing AirTag is detected.
This AirTag deal is available at Amazon right now.
Apple HomeView orders are live: Save $9.01 at Amazon before Black Friday
SAVE OVER $9: As of Nov. 13, the Apple HomeView is available for $289.99 on Amazon. That saves you $9.01 on the $299 list price,
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Today's the day: the Apple HomeView is now available for folks to buy and bring home. If you didn't jump on a preorder for this smart display and are hoping to pick it up today, it's worth heading over to Amazon. As of Nov. 13, the retailer has the space gray model available to purchase for $289.99.
That's just over $9 cheaper than the full price of $299, which is a nice discount to take advantage of on launch day. However, it does only apply to the space gray color (at least as of the time of this writing).
SEE ALSO: We found 45 early Black Friday deals already live: Get $250 off MacBooks, 53% off Bose headphonesThe HomeView features a sleek 7-inch Liquid Retina display for viewing and comes with Siri AI built in. It also has speakers that can support Spatial Audio and can recognize up to six users. Mashable's Timothy Beck Werth is a big fan, writing in his hands-on that "this gorgeous little smart display is about to become a common sight in homes around the world."
It also serves as a central hub for controlling the smart home accessories you have, which is good news if you're planning to grab anything from Apple's Home Collection. Werth writes that, "If you plan on investing in Apple's other new smart home gadgets — the new Apple TV 4K, HomePod Mini 2, new home security cameras, and video doorbells — I'd even say the HomeView is a necessity."
If the Apple HomeView is on your shopping wishlist, don't miss out on this chance to save at Amazon.
I love Waze, but these 5 features almost make me want to switch to Google Maps
Waze has been my navigation app of choice for several years. I've tried Google Maps, but Waze has always proved to be a little better. That doesn't mean I've not been tempted to stray; Waze has several incredibly annoying features that make me look over my shoulder at Google Maps like the guy from the distracted boyfriend meme.
This new $69 Home Assistant device gives your old electronics a smart upgrade
Following the major release of Home Assistant 2026.11 last week, Nabu Casa is now expanding its hardware lineup with a new launch. Called the Home Assistant Connect AUX-2, it is a compact hub that can stream audio to existing speakers, control TVs and other equipment over serial connections, and act as a Bluetooth hub. Rather than replacing equipment that lacks modern connectivity, AUX-2 brings compatible older, non-smart gear into Home Assistant and gives it new capabilities.
UK lawmakers call for porn camming ban
Shortly after bans on certain pornographic content took effect in the UK, some lawmakers are calling for further restrictions.
On Nov. 6, possessing and publishing explicit content depicting strangulation/suffocation, incest (including fake incest), and people under 16, or pretending to be, became criminal offenses.
Days later, on Nov. 10, a cross-party group called the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Commercial Sexual Exploitation published a report called "Only Exploitation," which calls for a step further: criminalizing online platforms profiting from commercial live streaming of pornography and other sex work. (A government spokesperson told The Mirror that it's reviewing the law on prostitution.)
SEE ALSO: Adult film banned in the UK is back onlineThe report claims that "visitors to webcamming platforms are no longer just pornography viewers; they become, in effect, pornography directors." It also contends that camming/livestreaming harms women and girls through sexual coercion and exploitation, security and privacy risks, perpetuates violent attitudes, and normalizes sexual exploitation. The report includes quotes from interviews with APPG and research such as one paper on webcam sex platform competition and another on Romanian women's experiences camming.
"The webcamming trade acts as a magnet for exploiters," Tonia Antoniazzi MP and Tracy Gilbert MP stated in the report's foreword.
The report claims that "visitors to webcamming platforms are no longer just pornography viewers; they become, in effect, pornography directors."However, Dr Carolina Are, digital criminologist at the London School of Economics and Political Science, told Mashable that the report doesn't consider that people can do sex work voluntarily. "It effectively likens sex work to exploitation, which is a known trope in anti-sex work campaigning," she said.
The experiences narrated by participants are horrific and show how these platforms can be used for exploitation, Are continued, adding however that the report as a whole seems to blame the job for exploitation, when exploitation is done by perpetrators. It's enabled by stigmatisation against sex workers that doesn't encourage reporting, and by a tech infrastructure and governance that's for profit, and not for people.
SEE ALSO: The UK is investigating Pornhub. Here's what Pornhub says about it.The report also calls on the UK to outlaw "e-pimping," or individuals who facilitate and profit from another person performing on livestream, and that the country recognize e-pimping as human trafficking. It refers to "OnlyFans managers" as "e-pimps" and cites the BBC's recent investigation into how such managers and "agents" take advantage of models by controlling their earnings, as well as other journalistic reports.
Are said the investigations are reputable, but are used sensationally. Meanwhile, she pointed out that research shows that many people choose to do digital sex work for reasons ranging from personal preference to the fact that much of sex work, including camming, can be done from home (which suits immunocompromised people, people with disabilities, caretakers, or those otherwise not suited for a 9-5).
Digital sex work has also been found to reduce violence against sex workers — "an opportunity this report seems to ignore," Are stated.
"This isn't just about criminalising the imaginations and exploration of consenting adults but also sweeping the rug from under so many sex workers whose livelihoods and safety depend on these sites." - Vex AshleyPorn filmmaker and performer Vex Ashley told Mashable, "We're seeing an unprecedented rollback of our sexual freedoms and lives online. This isn't just about criminalising the imaginations and exploration of consenting adults but also sweeping the rug from under so many sex workers whose livelihoods and safety depend on these sites."
Additionally, the group's report recommends enabling the withdrawal of consent with the distribution of pre-recorded porn, as well as allowing law enforcement to access all content hosted and streamed by porn sites.
"The withdrawal of consent part of the recommendations is important, and so is the recognition of exploitation for those who extort and abuse cammers," Are said. "But giving platforms and the police more surveillance power against an over-policed, over-censored and over-surveilled user base is concerning."
Removing a source of income from marginalized people doesn't protect them, she said, also pointing out that the report doesn't touch on poverty, which is one of the main drivers of sex work. "So this report is removing a source of income for the same women that it claims to protect," she said, "potentially pushing them into more underground work where they may be more exposed to physical violence."
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How to watch Argentina vs. Uruguay online for free
TL;DR: Watch Argentina vs. Uruguay in an International Friendly for free on Telefe. Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Messi era is over for Argentina. What a wild ride it has been, but the world keeps turning.
It's now time for the next generation of Argentinian players to rise to the top, and that starts with a tricky contest against Uruguay. Yes, this is officially an International Friendly, but there's nothing particularly friendly between these sides. It's going to be a real battle, as always.
If you're interested in watching Argentina vs. Uruguay in an International Friendly from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.
When is Argentina vs. Uruguay?Argentina vs. Uruguay in an International Friendly kicks off at 6 p.m. ET on Nov. 13. This fixture takes place at the Estadio Alberto José Armando.
How to watch Argentina vs. Uruguay for freeArgentina vs. Uruguay in an International Friendly is available to live stream for free on Telefe.
Telefe is geo-restricted to Argentina, 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 Argentina, meaning you can live stream Argentina vs. Uruguay for free from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Argentina vs. Uruguay for free by following these simple steps:
Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (we recommend ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice
Open up the app and connect to a server in Argentina
Visit Telefe
Watch Argentina vs. Uruguay for free from anywhere in the world
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 Argentina vs. Uruguay without committing your cash. This is obviously not a long-term strategy, but it gives you enough time to stream this fixture before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for Telefe?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Telefe, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries, including Argentina
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices, including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is 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.
Live stream Argentina vs. Uruguay for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
4 oddball DeWalt tools you didn’t know they made
All the big power tool brands make a ton of excellent tools, and you probably own a bunch. However, with hundreds of new tools and accessories coming and going, some of those fun, unique, or oddball items are easy to miss. More importantly, they're tools you'd probably love. DeWalt actually makes a ton of weird tools worth considering.
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is live at Amazon: Shop for under market price
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $59.99 at Amazon. That's way under TCGplayer's $109 market price.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box $59.99 at AmazonShop Now at Amazon
After weeks of growing excitement and preorder wars, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is out in the wild. And Amazon is celebrating by bringing back its stunning $59.99 deal.
As of Nov. 13, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is on sale for just $59.99 on Amazon. Everything is handled directly by Amazon, but Amazon is still routing orders through its "request invite" system. We can see these are selling fast, so it's clearly a system that's working for many shoppers. Don't be discouraged by the invitation process.
Amazon’s deal is way under TCGplayer’s $109 market price. We rarely see deals this far below market price, so we understand the hype.
The 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box contains nine 30th Celebration booster packs, an exclusive full-art foil Nidorina promo card, 16 foil Basic Energy cards, 65 custom card sleeves, damage-counter dice, a condition marker, card dividers, a collector’s player guide, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.
Shop the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration ETB for $59.99 at Amazon, while supplies last.
Anthropic Claude down: Why it said it was unable to authenticate code
It's going to be a tough day to do anything online.
Following a massive outage affecting multiple Microsoft services that still hasn't been resolved, Anthropic's AI assistant Claude is now exhibiting issues of its own.
"We are investigating an issue with users authenticating to Claude.ai and Claude Code. We will provide an update as soon as possible," wrote Anthropic on the company's official Claude Status page.
At Mashable, we're logging into Claude fine, but we've seen reports on X that some users are having trouble logging in.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.It's unclear whether Anthropic's problems are related to Microsoft's troubles.
This is a developing story. We'll update this article when we know more.
Daily Shows Desi Lydic reacts to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang allegedly having 3 affairs
The story of (now former) Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang having an affair with an alleged Chinese spy was already dramatic enough, but there are now allegations that he actually had three affairs — and Daily Show host Desi Lydic has thoughts.
"A third affair? Cheating on your mistress you were cheating on your mistress with? This man is a nesting doll of adultery," Lydic says in the clip above. "It's just amazing that just a month ago, Huang was considered the most dignified of all the tech CEOs. Now the news has to bring on Steve Kornacki to break down every district Huang busted a nut in."
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Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on November 13, 2026
The crescent Moon is now more visible in the evening sky, with enough of its surface illuminated to start picking out some lunar features. Keep reading to find out what you might be able to see.
What is today's Moon phase?As of Friday, Nov. 13, the NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waxing Crescent phase, with 14% of its surface visible.
After nights of darkness and limited visibility, Moon gazing is back tonight. If you don't have any visual aids, you'll be able to see the Mare Crisium and the Mare Fecunditatis. With binoculars or a telescope, you'll also see the Endymion Crater.
When is the next Full Moon?The next Full Moon will take place on November 24.
What are Moon phases?The Moon takes approximately 29.5 days to complete one full cycle. As it orbits Earth, the amount of sunlight reflecting off its surface that we can see changes, creating the different phases. This takes us from the New Moon to the Full Moon and back again, before the cycle begins once more, according to NASA.
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.
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is live at Amazon: Buy for way under market price
TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $59.99 at Amazon. That's way under TCGplayer's $110 market price.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box $59.99 at AmazonShop Now at Amazon
After weeks of growing excitement and preorder wars, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is out in the wild. And Amazon is celebrating by bringing back its stunning $59.99 deal.
As of Nov. 11, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is on sale for just $59.99 on Amazon. Everything is handled directly by Amazon, but Amazon is still routing orders through its "request invite" system. We can see these are selling fast, so it's clearly a system that's working for many shoppers. Don't be discouraged by the invitation process.
Amazon’s deal is way under TCGplayer’s $110 market price. We rarely see deals this far below market price, so we understand the hype.
The 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box contains nine 30th Celebration booster packs, an exclusive full-art foil Nidorina promo card, 16 foil Basic Energy cards, 65 custom card sleeves, damage-counter dice, a condition marker, card dividers, a collector’s player guide, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.
Shop the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration ETB for $59.99 at Amazon, while supplies last.
Zelda Switch 2 restock: Live restock updates at Walmart, Target, and Best Buy (Nov. 13)
If your current morning ritual involves violently hitting refresh on a dozen retail tabs, you already know the vibe: finding the Nintendo Switch 2: The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition is turning into an Olympic sport.
Between automated bot armies scooping digital drops, surprise order cancellations at Walmart, and inventory vanishing in seconds on Amazon, this custom black-and-gold console feels like a myth. But while digital storefronts look completely barren, stock is actively circulating behind the scenes.
Where to check for Zelda Switch 2 stock right nowBefore getting into the restock details, bookmark these retailer pages to check for surprise drops:
Nintendo Store — Out of stock right now, but you can add it to your wishlist to get pinged the second a restock hits.
Amazon — Dropping tiny batches of consoles randomly throughout the day.
Walmart — Stock exists but only for third-party listings selling at way over market price, so make sure your in-stock email alerts are turned on.
Target — Sold out online, but periodic drops have taken place in-store.
Best Buy — Sold out online, but select stores ran midnight openings on Nov. 5 with walk-in stock.
GameStop — Online orders are off; you will have to walk into a store to find one.
The feeding frenzy is being supercharged by Nintendo’s staggered release calendar. While the custom Zelda 40th Anniversary hardware dropped first on Oct. 29, the flagship game driving demand — The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 — arrived on Thursday, Nov. 5.
The remake rebuilds the 1998 classic from the ground up with modernized controls, a fully orchestrated soundtrack, reworked dungeon puzzles, and expanded Hyrule environments. Since the $520 console doesn’t include the game, everyone is rushing to lock down a system before launch day.
Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 $59.99 at AmazonShop Now at Amazon What comes with the Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2?
The package includes the special-edition Switch 2 system sporting a custom black-and-gold finish, themed Joy-Con 2 controllers, and a matching dock decorated with the gold Triforce emblem. It retains the platform's signature flexibility, letting you switch between TV, Tabletop, and Handheld modes whenever you want.
Inside the themed chassis, you get 256GB of built-in storage (expandable with microSD Express cards), a vivid display in handheld mode, faster load times, and support for up to 4K resolution on compatible TVs when the console sits in the dock.
The magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers add mouse-style tracking in supported games, while the new GameChat hub lets you voice chat and share your screen directly as you play. It also plays your older Switch games and supports standard multiplayer options.
How can you improve your chances of finding stock?Landing limited-edition Nintendo hardware takes a little prep work, but these battle-tested habits will give you a real edge over the bots:
Save your checkout details everywhere — Log in to Target, Best Buy, Walmart, and the Nintendo Store to save your shipping address and default card. Stopping to type a card number or billing zip code during a live drop is how you lose an order.
Hands off the refresh button in Best Buy's queue — When an online drop goes live, Best Buy puts shoppers into a randomized waiting line to filter out scrapers. Touching the reload button resets your spot and boots you straight to the back.
Watch for Walmart+ early-access paywalls — Walmart frequently locks headline console drops behind paid Walmart+ subscriptions for the first 30 to 60 minutes. If you have a membership, keep that tab signed in; if not, wait for the general public window to unlock.
Dodge third-party sellers — Double-check the seller before buying. Marketplace scalpers frequently list units for jacked-up prices; make sure it says "Sold and shipped by [Retailer]" at the standard price.
Skip the web wars and head to physical stores — Online checkout bots grab website stock in under 15 seconds. Showing up in person is easily your most reliable path to securing one without paying scalper markups.
Most likely, yes.
Stores like Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy often hold onto popular gaming hardware to use as headline deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday week.
With that said, Black Friday restocks are usually the hardest ones to catch. You will be fighting website crashes, gift shoppers, and automated bots all at once. If you can grab a console whenever stock appears, take it. Think of Black Friday as a backup plan, not your main bet.
Console hunting sucks right now, period. But between the surprise micro-drops and physical store restocks, you still have real shots at retail price — just be ready to move the second that stock goes live.


