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Multi-color or multi-material 3D printing involves combining different spools of filament into a single print. Though it’s easier than ever before, the practice comes with a hefty drawback and some other things to keep in mind.

Graduation season is creeping up on us and that can mean only one thing: it's time to figure out what to give your favorite grad to welcome them to post-college reality. Graduates are about to enter the often overwhelming (and sometimes terrifying) world we call adulthood, and you're tasked with giving them something to help ease the transition. The trick is to find that sweet spot between something your college grad will really need in life and something they'll actually want to use. New graduates might not even know what they need to survive post-grad life — but that's where you come in.

The "best birthday gifts for women" is an almost laughably broad category. After all, the "best" gift depends on what the lady you're shopping for is into. Gifts for your mom tend to focus on a problem she needs fixed, while gifts for your wife lean into self care. There is also the tricky task of shopping for a teen girl, but really all that takes is a keen eye for trends.

If you're looking for a more general guide to gifts for women, there are a few stalwart picks you can turn to — and that's what we're here to reveal.

The key is to embrace two gift classifications: practical gifts and gifts she wouldn't necessarily buy for herself. Fancy candles, pretty totes, and elegant journals all fit the bill here, but so do cute Bluetooth keyboards, versatile mini speakers, and even reusable grocery bags. Just make sure they have a certain je ne sais quoi.

In fact, here's a shortcut. If you want to keep the gift for yourself instead of actually giving it to her on her special day, it's a good choice. Carry that powerful and jealous energy with you as you make your purchase.

Here are our picks for the best birthday gifts for women.

Otherland Matchpoint Candle Credit: Otherland / Amazon

For the Tennis Fan: Consider this quirky Otherland candle, which is formulated to smell like a tennis ball. Well, it's also formulated to smell like "cut grass and cucumber," but we're focusing on the tennis ball thing. Bonus: The candle jar is attractive enough that she'll want to clean it out and reuse it.

Opens in a new window Credit: Otherland / Amazon Otherland Matchpoint Candle $40 at Amazon
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Voluspa Moso Bamboo Reed Diffuser Credit: Voluspa / Amazon

For the Diffuser User: Or, if she's more of a reed diffuser fan when it comes to home scents, go for this Voluspa option, which features notes of moso bamboo, black musk, and Japanese cypress. It'll look pretty on a shelf, too.

Opens in a new window Credit: Voluspa / Amazon Voluspa Moso Bamboo Reed Diffuser $39.51 at Amazon
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Casio Vintage-Style Watch Credit: Casio / Amazon

For the Fashion Girlie: A cute gold watch goes with pretty much everything. This timeless yet retro pick is perfect for daily wear — and not so expensive that she'll be freaked out to wear it everywhere.

Opens in a new window Credit: Casio / Amazon Casio Vintage-Style Watch $29.95 at Amazon
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LEUCHTTURM 1917 Notebook Credit: LEUCHTTURM / Amazon

For the Writer: Journaling just feels more fun in a handsome notebook. This one from the German brand Leuchtturm 1917 is particularly aesthetically pleasing, with its faux leather cover and crisp dotted pages.

Opens in a new window Credit: LEUCHTTURM / Amazon LEUCHTTURM 1917 Notebook $24.50 at Amazon
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Logitech POP Mechanical Wireless Keyboard Credit: Logitech / Amazon

For the WFH-er: If she's a work-from-home warrior who wants to mix things up a little, this cute mechanical keyboard (yes, a cute keyboard) makes a great gift. Its keys imitate the sound of a classic typewriter.

Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech / Amazon Logitech POP Mechanical Wireless Keyboard $93.46 at Amazon
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Baggu Standard, Set of 3 Credit: Baggu / Amazon

For the Impromptu Grocery Shopper: If she's always running to the store to "just grab a few things," a packable set of Baggu bags will be a godsend. They pack down small enough to be stowed in her purse all the time, so she'll never be stranded without her reusable bags at checkout.

Opens in a new window Credit: Baggu / Amazon Baggu Standard, Set of 3 $42 at Amazon
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Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler, 40 oz Credit: Stanley / Amazon

For the Hydration Queen: Help her reach those lofty hydration goals with the extremely popular Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler. It'll keep her beverage of choice cold for a truly shocking amount of time — and it fits nicely into most car cup holders.

Opens in a new window Credit: Stanley / Amazon Stanley Quencher FlowState Tumbler, 40 oz $45 at Amazon
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Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, 40 oz  Credit: Owala / Amazon

For the Hydration Queen Who Doesn't Want a Stanley: If she's not a Stanley gal, no problem. An Owala FreeSip is another excellent option. We particularly like its cheery color options, including this one called "Summer Sweetness."

Opens in a new window Credit: Owala / Amazon Owala FreeSip Water Bottle, 40 oz  $37.99 at Amazon
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Apple AirTag, Pack of 4 Credit: Apple / Amazon

For the Forgetful Friend: Is she constantly misplacing her things right before she needs to be somewhere? Time for some AirTags. This pack of four will give her enough gadgets to keep track of her wallet, keys, luggage, and more.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple / Amazon Apple AirTag, Pack of 4 $79 at Amazon
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) Credit: Apple / Amazon

For the Public Transit Commuter: A pair of AirPods is a must if she rides the train or bus to work every day. They're lightweight, easy to stow, and have noise-canceling and "transparency" modes for a safe, pleasant commute.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple / Amazon Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) $189.99 at Amazon
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Libbey Signature Coupe Glasses, Set of 4 Credit: Libbey / Amazon

For the Cocktail Drinker: A new set of coupe glasses will elevate her cocktail (and champagne, and champagne cocktail) game. These from Libbey are classic, elegant, and dishwasher-safe — and the price for four isn't too shabby, either.

Opens in a new window Credit: Libbey / Amazon Libbey Signature Coupe Glasses, Set of 4 $43.21 at Amazon
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Soucolor 9x12 Sketchbook Credit: Soucolor / Amazon

For the Amateur Artist: If she wants to get into drawing but hasn't yet taken the plunge, help her get started with a sturdy, well-priced sketchbook. It comes in a bunch of cute colors, too – we particularly like the light purple.

Opens in a new window Credit: Soucolor / Amazon Soucolor 9x12 Sketchbook $8.99 at Amazon
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Woolrich Burlington Berber Blanket Credit: Woolrich / Amazon

For the Cozy Girl: Help her enter hibernation mode this winter with a very, very soft blanket from Woolrich, which can also serve as extra bedding on a full or queen bed. We like the light blue option, but there are several pleasant, neutral hues available.

Opens in a new window Credit: Woolrich / Amazon Woolrich Burlington Berber Blanket $35.99 at Amazon
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Yeti Rambler Wine Chiller Credit: Yeti / Amazon

For the Host: She can keep that champagne chilled to the bone with this Yeti wine chiller. It's great for outdoor gatherings, but if she wants to use it indoors, rest assured there will be no condensation leaving a ring on her table.

Opens in a new window Credit: Yeti / Amazon Yeti Rambler Wine Chiller $70 at Amazon
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Sony SRS-XB13 Extra Bass Portable Waterproof Speaker Credit: Sony / Amazon

For the Playlist Maker: A high-quality (and waterproof) portable speaker makes a good gift for pretty much anyone. This one is an "extra bass" version, so gift it to the gal who likes to crank up the tunes at pool parties.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony / Amazon Sony SRS-XB13 Extra Bass Portable Waterproof Speaker $38 at Amazon
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ZIMASILK Mulberry Silk Pillowcase Credit: ZIMASILK / Amazon

For the Hair Care Expert: A silk pillowcase means she's less likely to wake up with a severe case of bedhead. More importantly, it feels sumptuous and amazing to sleep on. Grab her a set of two and wait for her to tell you how well-rested she feels.

Opens in a new window Credit: ZIMASILK / Amazon ZIMASILK Mulberry Silk Pillowcase $18.95 at Amazon
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CULTivate: The Board Game Credit: Pops & Bejou Games / Amazon

For the Competitor: In this board game, players assume the role of cult leaders trying to recruit followers to their compounds. Don't worry; there's plenty of room to sabotage your fellow messiahs so you come out on top.

Opens in a new window Credit: Pops & Bejou Games / Amazon Cultivate Board Game $39.99 at Amazon
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The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess Vinyl Credit: Chappell Roan / Amazon

For the Record Collector: Chappell Roan is everywhere. Make your giftee's record player yet another one of those places with a double vinyl of her glittery, fun pop album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.

Opens in a new window Credit: Chappell Roan / Amazon The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess Vinyl $32.99 at Amazon
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Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Bag Holder Credit: Le Creuset / Amazon

For the Tea Fiend: Make her nightly peppermint tea a more luxurious occasion with a Le Creuset tea bag holder, which could also be a spoon rest. It's a great way to gift something from a pricier brand without breaking the bank.

Opens in a new window Credit: Le Creuset / Amazon Le Creuset Stoneware Tea Bag Holder $27.16 at Amazon
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Kindle Paperwhite Credit: Kindle / Amazon

For the Reader on the Go: Readers know the struggle: You're halfway through about three books at once (fiction, nonfiction, and a wild card pick, of course), but you can't fit them all in your backpack to take with you on the train. Well, with a Kindle Paperwhite, she can. 

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Apple kicked off its "big week" by announcing the latest budget iPhone, its first with MagSafe, alongside an updated iPad Air. The new iPhone 17e is set for release next Wednesday, March 11, and preorders open this Wednesday, March 4. (This story will be updated with retailers' preorder listings as soon as they're live.)

The iPhone 17e is priced at $599 with 256GB of storage to start. That's double the base storage of last year's iPhone 16e, which cost the same.

The iPhone 17e is the smallest, cheapest, and pinkest member of the iPhone 17 family. Credit: Apple

Apple says the iPhone 17e runs on its A19 chip, the same processor as the standard iPhone 17. It packs its new C1X cellular modem, which is supposedly up to twice as fast as the iPhone 16e's C1 modem. It also features support for MagSafe wireless charging — a first for Apple's budget smartphone line.

SEE ALSO: Apple announces new iPhone 17e, a $599 budget smartphone with MagSafe

The iPhone 17e sports the same 6.1-inch OLED display as its predecessor, but an improved Ceramic Shield 2 front cover like its iPhone 17 series siblings. Additionally, it has a new 48MP Fusion rear camera system and a new soft pink finish. It's slightly heavier than the iPhone 16e to accommodate these upgrades (5.96 ounces versus 5.88 ounces).

Here's a quick overview of its full spec sheet:

• 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display

• Ceramic Shield 2 front cover

• A19 chip

• Up to 26 hours of video playback

• 12MP TrueDepth front camera

• 48MP Fusion rear camera system (48MP Fusion Main camera)

• Emergency SOS and Crash Detection

• MagSafe wireless charging

• 256GB or 512GB of storage

• Rated IP68

• Apple Intelligence

Mashable's Stan Schroeder thought the iPhone 16e was "pretty great when compared to other members of the iPhone 16 family," but dinged it for lacking MagSafe and being pricier than the old iPhone SE. (That was Apple's prior budget iPhone offering.) In the iPhone 17e, Apple has made several upgrades that bump its value on top of resolving the MagSafe issue. Stand by for our full review, but on paper, it looks incredibly promising.

The best ASUS gaming monitor deals at a glance: ASUS 27-inch ROG Swift PG27AQDP QHD OLED gaming monitor $699 (save $100) Get Deal ASUS 32-inch ROG Strix XG32UCWG 4K OLED gaming monitor $799 (save $200) Get Deal ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift PG32UCDMR 4K OLED gaming monitor $1,099 (save $200) Get Deal

Just like a good TV can improve your at-home cinematic experience, making the switch to an OLED gaming monitor can totally transform your gaming experience. If your current gaming monitor is looking a bit dull, you can upgrade to a high-end ASUS ROG model today and save up to 20%. Gaming hardware generally comes with a bit of sticker shock, so this is the perfect excuse to grab that big ticket purchase for less.

Best 27-inch ASUS gaming monitor deal Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS 27-inch ROG Swift PG27AQDP QHD OLED gaming monitor $699 at Amazon
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To make the most of your desktop space, the 27-inch ROG Swift PG27AQDP monitor offers a lot of bells and whistles in a frameless, ultra-slim package. Dubbed the "world's first 1440p 480Hz OLED gaming monitor," it pairs that wildly high refresh rate with a 0.03ms response time, FreeSync Premium, and G-SYNC compatibility for smooth, tear-free visuals with low latency. An AI assistant makes automatic improvements for better visuals and more seamless gameplay. As of March 2, it's $100 cheaper than usual — a 13% drop and its lowest price on record.

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Just a few inches bigger, but with slightly fewer features to keep the price affordable, the 32-inch ROG Strix XG32UCWG boasts a versatile dual mode to allow 4K gaming at 165Hz and FHD gaming at up to 330Hz. It features a TrueBlack Glossy OLED display with FreeSync Premium Pro and G-Sync compatibility, an AI assistant for improved gaming experiences, and extensive connectivity options. Usually $999, it's on sale for $799 as of March 2. That's 20% in savings and its lowest price to date as well.

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Last, but not least, the ASUS 32-inch ROG Swift PG32UCDMR is a bit of a splurge. It's designed for gaming, streaming, and content creation, with a buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, and a 4K (3840 x 2160) QD-OLED panel with Dolby Vision. It packs AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, plus a 99% DCI-P3 wide color gamut for accurate color reproduction for professional tasks. As of March 2, it's on sale for $1,099 at Amazon — a savings of $200 — and comes with three free months of Adobe Creative Cloud. It may be the most expensive on this list, but it's the cheapest we've ever seen this monitor.

Some people possess an innate talent for finding gifts on a budget. No matter the occasion (Christmas, anniversary, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day) or recipient (wife, husband, boyfriend, teens, in-laws), they somehow nail it every time — winning the unofficial "best gift-giver" award among those who are lucky to know them. If you're not the most intuitive gift-giver, fear not. We've put together a list of the best gift ideas for under $50, from expected-but-useful stocking stuffers to cool items they definitely don't have yet. These unique budget-friendly gift ideas span such a variety of categories that you're bound to find something up their alley. You might even catch a few on sale.

When I found out my neighbor’s apartment had been broken into shortly after I moved into my new rental, I knew I wanted some way to keep an eye on my place and get notified if motion is detected. At the same time, I also wanted an easy way to check in on my cat while I’m not home.

SAVE 8%: As of March 2, you can get the Apple 2024 Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $549, down from $599, at Amazon. That's an 8% discount or a $50 price cut.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple 2024 Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 at Amazon
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If you're interested in using OpenClaw (formerly Clawdbot), you'll need a system that can keep up. As of March 2, the Apple 2024 Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) is down to $549 at Amazon. That's an 8% discount or a $50 price cut. While it isn't the biggest discount we've ever tracked, getting a deal on any Apple product is always a win. Plus, if you happen to get approved for an Amazon Visa, you can instantly knock the price down to $499.

SEE ALSO: The best mini PC deals for running OpenClaw: Save on Apple Mac mini, Kamuri Pinova P2, and Beelink Mini

The 2024 Mac mini has an M4 chip and 16GB of unified memory, all of which they've managed to fit into a space-saving, five-by-five-inch box. That makes it incredibly efficient for running local, always-on AI applications — like Apple Intelligence or the open-source OpenClaw — without slowing down your main laptop. Apple also redesigned this chassis to finally include front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack, alongside the Thunderbolt, HDMI, and Gigabit Ethernet ports on the back. It's ready to go for your new era of projects.

Do you feel like Ubuntu is holding you back, but switching feels too risky? What if a "niche" distro could give you more power and better stability? Well, here’s how switching to a less popular alternative helped me find my forever distro.

SAVE $550: The Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $1,049.99, down from the standard price of $1,599.99. That's a 34% discount that matches the record low at Amazon.

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No one wants to buy a robot vacuum only to find out that it doesn't get the job done. Sadly, not all robot vacuums come with the same specs, suction power, ability to clean corners, get under couches, and mop up messes well. That's why we like to turn to Mashable's resident robot vacuum expert and Senior Shopping Reporter Leah Stodart. She's tested over 30 robot vacuums and when she notes something is exceptional, it's worth paying attention to. That's even more true when one of her favorite models goes on sale. Check out this deal at Amazon.

As of March 2, the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $1,049.99, marked down from the standard price of $1,599.99. That's a 34% discount that shaves a massive $550 off the price. It matches the record low at Amazon.

It's not the only spec to pay attention to, but the suction power of a robot vacuum plays a major role in how well it performs. Boasting a whopping 30,000Pa, the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller gets major bragging rights. In Stodart's review of the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller, she wrote, "If the 30,000 Pa of suction power benchmark doesn't mean much to you, here's a frame of reference: That's more than double the 13,000 Pa of suction power of the flagship Roomba with a roller mop, the 2025 Roomba Max 705 Combo."

SEE ALSO: The EcoVacs Deebot X11 robot vacuum is on sale for its lowest price this year — save over $500 right now

On top of this, it has plenty of noteworthy additional features like a self-emptying base, hot water mopping, and hot air drying of the roller mop. Stodart also commended the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller's ability to avoid obstacles like phone chargers and cables.

If you've been considering an upgrade to a robot vacuum and mop, the Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller robot vacuum and mop is an ultra-powerful model that comes with equally impressive performance. Snag it while it's back at its lowest price ever at Amazon and kickstart spring cleaning.

One of the best advantages when it comes to desktop PCs is the ability to reuse parts from your previous build in your new system, but it can also be a trap that ends up costing you extra time and money that could have been avoided if you'd used a new replacement part from the get-go.

On Monday, Apple officially announced that its latest budget smartphone, the iPhone 17e, will be available for preorder on Wednesday, March 4, starting at $599, alongside a new M4 iPad Air.

It's a big week for Apple. On Friday, Tim Cook revealed that the company would be announcing new products starting today, ahead of its latest Apple event on Wednesday. Rumors have been swirling about a budget MacBook, possibly with a touchscreen, as well as a new iPad and iPhone.

So, what's new with the iPhone 17e?

iPhone 17 e: Specs and cameras

According to an Apple press release, the new iPhone 17e is powered by its A19 chipset, which is the same chip found inside the base model iPhone 17. In addition, the iPhone 17e has the C1X, Apple's latest in-house 5G modem. Apple says the C1X is twice as fast as the C1 found inside the iPhone 17e's predecessor, the iPhone 16e.

Speaking of upgrades from the previous model, the iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display and Ceramic Shield 2, which is three times more scratch-resistant than the iPhone 16e.

iPhone 17e Credit: Apple

The iPhone 17e has a single camera lens, but utilizing Apple's 2-in-1 camera system, the device is actually equipped with both a 48P wide-angle and telephoto Fusion camera.

In addition, the iPhone 17e is receiving a big storage upgrade with the base model starting at 256GB, or double what its predecessor had.

The iPhone 17e adds MagSafe Credit: Apple

In a first for Apple's budget smartphone line, the iPhone 17e has MagSafe, making it compatible with Apple's array of MagSafe accessories and wireless charging peripherals.

With many of the same features of the iPhone 17, we're anticipating strong demand for Apple's new budget handset.

How to preorder the iPhone 17e

The iPhone 17e costs $599, or $200 less than the iPhone 17 base model with the same chipset and storage. The device will be available in three different color options: White, Black, or Soft Pink.

Pre-orders for the iPhone 17e will begin this Wednesday, March 4, likely right at the conclusion of the Apple event. The iPhone 17e will then be available just one week later on Wednesday, March 11.

Mashable will be testing the new budget iPhone as soon as possible, so keep checking back for updates and pre-order details.

UPDATE: Mar. 2, 2026, 4:35 p.m. UTC Anthropic has told Mashable in a statement that Claude should be running as usual now: "Claude is back up and running across claude.ai and our apps. We're grateful to our users while the team works to match the incredible demand we've seen for Claude in recent days."

Claude, Anthropic's AI chatbot, experienced technical issues, the company confirmed on Monday.

At 6:49 a.m. ET on Monday, Anthropic posted on its Claude status page that it was investigating "elevated errors" occurring with the Claude chatbot, Claude Opus 4.6 (its latest generation large language model), Claude Console (the Claude developer platform), and Claude Code (the company’s AI-powered coding assistant).

SEE ALSO: Claude is down: What we know about the Anthropic outage

According to Downdetector, over 2,000 users reported issues with Claude (Disclosure: Downdetector is owned by Ziff Davis, the same parent company as Mashable.)

So, what does Anthropic say the issue was?

Anthropic explained to Mashable in a statement that its team was working on a fix, saying:

Claude is currently unavailable on our consumer-facing surfaces such as claude.ai and our apps. The Claude API that powers businesses remains unaffected. Our team is working to restore full service and we’ll share updates as we have them.

We appreciate everyone’s patience as we work to bring things back online while experiencing unprecedented demand for Claude over the last week.

"We have discovered that some API methods are not working and we are investigating," the company further wrote on the Claude status page, about everything but Claude Opus 4.6. For that LLM itself, Anthropic only said, "The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented."

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This level of "unprecedented demand" Anthropic mentioned to Mashable is right. The outage comes after Claude took the number one spot from OpenAI's ChatGPT in Apple's App Store, now the most-downloaded free app in the U.S. (ChatGPT is second, Google's Gemini is fourth).

This also comes after Donald Trump announced that the U.S. government would stop using Anthropic tech including Claude. Following this, OpenAI entered into a deal with the U.S. Department of War for military use of its AI tech in "classified environments".

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I've installed smart switches to control my indoor lights, but as much as I appreciate what this has done for my home, I'm starting to feel that smart lighting is even more useful when I take it outdoors.

Are you shopping for your first NAS? I made a lot of mistakes when I bought my first networked storage system, and I still regret some of the decisions to this day. Here are five ways I messed up, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes I did.

Ahead of Apple's March 4 special experience, everyone's favorite fruit company announced the imminent launch of the newest iPad Air. As expected, the iPad Air will be available for sale starting March 4.

The new iPad will be powered by M4 silicon and comes in 11- and 13-inch versions, with starting prices of $599 and $799, respectively. For education customers, prices will start at $549 and $749. Traditionally, the Air is Apple's mid-range tablet, with the base version iPad being popular with budget shoppers and the M5 iPad Pro reserved for professionals and super users.

Here's everything we know about the new Apple tablet so far.

Upgraded performance and specs Credit: Apple SEE ALSO: The 8 best tablets of 2026: I compared iPads, the Microsoft Surface Pro, and Amazon Fire

The previous-gen iPad Air launched in May 2024, and Apple says the new model gives users "a big jump in performance at the same starting price."

With the launch of iPadOS 26 and Liquid Glass last year, the iPad has become more like a laptop, with distinct windows and multitasking capabilities.

To support those new features, the seventh-generation iPad Air has upgraded specs:

• Processor: M4 silicon, 16-core Neural Engine, 8-core CPU

• GPU: 9-core GPU

• Memory: 12GB of unified memory (120GB/s of memory bandwidth)

• Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB configurations.

• Colors: Blue, purple, starlight, and space gray

• Camera: 12MP Center Stage camera

• Sizes: 11- and 13-inch models

• Wireless and cellular connectivity: N1 and C1X silicon

• Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, 5G cellular, and Thread

• Accessories: Magic Keyboard, Apple Pencil, Apple Pencil Pro

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What's new, what's not Credit: Apple

Users in need of a new laptop will definitely want to consider upgrading to the iPad Air, which is known for being incredibly thin and lightweight without sacrificing performance. However, at first glance, the improvements here seem pretty iterative, and it's not clear why users with the existing M3 iPad Air would rush to upgrade.

The M4 processor and enhanced wireless/cellular connectivity will undoubtedly deliver performance upgrades. Apple promises the new iPad Air will be 30 percent faster than the M3 model, with "50 percent more unified system memory."

The iPadOS 26 features described at length in the announcement press release are already available with the iPad Air and iPad Pro. Likewise, Apple didn't announce that the new iPad Air would be thinner or lighter than previous versions, which are already remarkably thin.

When can you buy the M4 iPad Air? Credit: Apple

Apple says customers will be able to start ordering the M4 iPad Air on March 4 at the Apple Store (and at Apple.com). Apple expects it to ship to customers on Wednesday, March 11.

We'll be testing and reviewing the M4 iPad Air as soon as we can, so keep checking back for updates.

Your phone's storage is bound to get depleted over time. We often blame it on photos and videos, but apps use a lot of storage, too. There are, however, some apps that use much more storage than others. Here are 5 to keep an eye on.

I do almost all my computer on Linux devices these days, and I don't manage that without a lot of useful Linux software. One of my favorite formats for Linux software is AppImages, and these are the ones I always keep on-hand.

China's Tecno Mobile is known for some wild phone concepts, and the company took it to the next level this year at MWC Barcelona.

Case in point: Tecno's booth in Barcelona was chock-full of people trying to make sense of what the heck all those weird phones are about.

Actual neon gas inside. Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

Perhaps the weirdest of the bunch was the Tecno Pova Neon, a concept phone with actual ionized neon gas lighting up its rear panel. This result in a dynamic display of lightning-like lights; unlike some other phones with dynamic lighting in the back, Tecno's variant is truly random and probably won't get boring as fast. We're not sure how this makes the phone better, but it will definitely turn heads when you whip it out of your pocket at a business meeting.

That's a lot of gadgets, and they're all incredibly easy to connect with the phone, and each other. Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

Then there's the sexily-named Modular Magnetic Interconnection Technology, a concept that consists of an incredibly thin, fairly basic phone that can be expanded with magnetically attached modules.

It's hard to resist the temptation of just adding more stuff onto it. Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

We've seen modular phones before, but never has attaching new stuff to a phone felt this easy or fun. You can attached modules onto modules, too. You can, for example, slap two batteries onto your phone; or a battery and an extra speaker; or a speaker and an improved camera; the possibilities are endless.

Some of the attachments are heavier and larger than the phone itself. Credit: Stan Schroeder/Mashable

It's unclear whether either of these are coming to market, but this may be the first time I'm actually interested in a modular phone.

SEE ALSO: Every major MWC 2026 announcement, including Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Honor Robot phone

If you prefer your futuristic phone branded with a familiar luxury brand, Tecno's got you covered, too. The company partnered with Lamborghini to create a bunch of Lamborghini-themed accessories, including a phone called The Tecno Pova Metal Tonino Lamborghini Limited Edition. It, too, has a glowing thingy on the back; that's been a theme this year, as we've seen similar devices all over the show floor in Barcelona.

Nothing just can't stop leaking more details about its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a ahead of time.

So far, we've seen the phone, which is scheduled for a full reveal on March 5, in Nothing's standard black-and-white, semi-transparent color.

Now, the company unveiled the phone in a somewhat surprising color for the brand – pink.

It's still a Nothing phone, meaning the pink is very subtle, and the phone still has Nothing's trademark semi-transparent look.

SEE ALSO: Nothing shows us the Nothing Phone 4a ahead of time

Lucy Birley, Colour Material Finish Design Lead at Nothing, has a fun explanation for the phone's look. "Pink is actually just desaturated red (...) when we put the tint inside the transparency, because of how the light interacts with the resin underneath you get this incredible sense of depth which makes our products look really lively," she said in a statement.

Sure, but we'll just call it pink-ish.

The company also shared a 12-minute video, giving us a very detailed look into the phone's design, including that new Glyph bar on the back.

Nothing still hasn't revealed all of the phone's specs, nor has it said anything about the (possible) more powerful variant, the Nothing Phone 4a Pro. We'll get all the details at the official reveal, which is happening on March 5, at 10:30 a.m. GMT (5:30 a.m. ET).