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The 5 portable power station deals Id buy before Prime Day — best deals on Jackery, Bluetti, and more
Summer 2026 is in full swing now. Barbecues, camping trips, vacation, and avoiding mosquitos are all on the agenda. But something else big happens every summer — Amazon Prime Day. This year, Amazon is hosting the annual sale earlier than ever with dates set for June 23 to 26. But if you know Amazon, you know you don't necessarily need to wait.
We already have excellent deals happening on portable power stations: from a tiny model that'll keep your phone charged up for a weekend off-grid to major power that can keep your refrigerator cooling for days. Having reviewed dozens of power stations, these are the models I would consider buying when the chaos of Prime Day is just about to begin.
Best overall deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $499.99 at Amazon$799 Save $299.01 Get Deal Why we like it
Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2.
If you're looking to buy your first portable power station, the Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 is an excellent all-around model. It offers a respectable 1,024Wh capacity, which is a bit like a Goldilocks amount. That's a good amount of power for a weekend away, but it doesn't go overboard. It's also easy to transport, coming in at under 25 pounds. It has excellent recharging ability, going from dead to 100% power in under 50 minutes. It's a summer essential for me, and it's also excellent during a power outage.
Best portable deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti Elite 10 $113 at Amazon$169 Save $56 Get Deal Why we like it
If you don't need heaps of power, consider the Bluetti Elite 10, one of my favorite small portable power stations. It comes with 128Wh of power, which is enough to keep your phone, earbuds, or Kindle charged up during a camping trip or when the power goes out. Plus, the green colorway option is undeniably special.
In addition to its small size, the Bluetti Elite 10 is lightweight and great for people to carry from room to room during a power outage. Before Prime Day, it's on sale at Amazon for $113.
Best durable deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra $999 at Amazon$1,299 Save $300 Get Deal Why we like it
The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra has a unique feature when it comes to portable power stations — it's resistant to water and dust. As you can imagine, it's not wise to add water into the mix with most portable power stations, but the Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra has an IP 65 rating and a level nine seismic shockproofing. All of that means this model is ideal if you'll be in harsh conditions. Bring this model camping in the rain or take it to the job site. It's also ideal if you'll be working in a shed with wood shavings.
The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra is currently $999 at Amazon, down $300 from $1,200. The same discount is now running on Jackery as well.
Best bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: EcoFlow EcoFlow Delta 3 + 220W Solar Panel $669 at Amazon$999 Save $330 Get Deal Why we like it
A huge benefit to choosing a portable power station is its ability to recharge via sunlight. Of course, in order to do that, you'll need a solar panel. The EcoFlow Delta 3 with a 220W solar panel is a great deal to hop on. For $669, down from the normal price of $999, you get the EcoFlow Delta 3 and a 220W solar panel for recharging.
The EcoFlow Delta 3 itself comes with 1,024Wh with an impressive 3,600W surge. EcoFlow states the 220W solar panel can recharge the Delta 3 back to 100% in about six hours. Take the power station and solar panel camping this summer and you might be in for unlimited power.
House of the Dragon Season 3, episode 1: Lets talk about that major death
Through fire and blood House of the Dragon has roared back onto HBO for Season 3, and if you've watched episode 1, you might need a cup of tea.
In a colossal, jaw-dropping episode involving the much-anticipated Battle of the Gullet and many deaths, events conspired that will change everything for Queen Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and her son, Jacaerys Velaryon (Harry Collett). And Mashable asked the cast about it, so consider this a major spoiler warning.
Featured Video For You 'House of the Dragon' cast on Season 3's colossal Battle of the Gullet What happens in House of the Dragon Season 3, episode 1? Jace (Harry Collett) hits the Battle of the Gullet with Vermax. Credit: Courtesy of HBOIn Season 3, episode 1, we're finally here: the Battle of the Gullet, an inevitability the show's been foreshadowing for two seasons with Lord Corlys Velaryon's (Steve Toussaint) all-important blockade. When the Triarchy shows up, led by Admiral Sharako Lohar (Abigail Thorne), the battle finally begins.
However, on Dragonstone, Rhaenyra finds herself barred from flying into war by one more man standing in her way, one she didn't expect: her son, Jacaerys. Locked in her chambers by her Queensguard, wearing her riding leathers, Rhaenyra is frustrated enough to tear her court dress to shreds. But it's complicated.
"For two seasons we've seen Rhaenyra restrained from action, often by her male council," D'Arcy tells Mashable. "And at the start of Season 3, there's finally huge momentum in her campaign, and she is poised to move into action. That momentum hits a very sudden brick wall — or locked door.
"Rhaenyra has become very familiar with the ways in which patriarchy looks to consolidate male power, and there's something interesting going on here, where something that's framed as protection or care is actually an arm of control. I think that's a strong tool within the toolkit of patriarchy."
SEE ALSO: 'House of the Dragon' Season 3, episode 1: Why Rhaenyra destroying her court dress is complicated Why did Jace defy Rhaenyra? It's essentially treason with good intentions. Credit: Ollie Upton / HBOFor Collett, Jace's decision to defy his mother and fight in the Battle of the Gullet in her stead isn't one of malevolence (though it's technically treason). We watch Jace pitch the move as one of valor to his fiancée Baela Targaryen (Bethany Antonia), as a means to prove his worth as the future king of Westeros.
"There's no malice behind it. If she goes, then she could die, and I feel like he'd rather die than lose his mother. It's a protective thing," Collett tells Mashable.
"If things did go his way, then he would have locked her up, won the battle, come back, dealt with the consequences easy, but he still would have won the battle. Well, he technically did win the battle anyway, but he lost his life in it. But there's nothing malicious about it, just all protective."
"He technically did win the battle anyway, but he lost his life in it." Credit: Courtesy of HBO.Fans are processing the loss of Jacerys and his dragon Vermax, brought down in the midst of battle despite the efforts of Baela and her dragon Moondancer. They're left floating in the turbulent waters between Dragonstone and Driftmark. It's a shocking, deeply upsetting moment, watching Vermax thrashing to survive, slowly going under, with Jace plunged into open water. Then, Triarchy arrows end the young prince's life.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Collett took us through how the House of the Dragon team helped him prepare for Jace's tragic demise, ranging from horse riding lessons and wetsuit fittings to developing techniques for conveying emotion on a dragon rig.
"I had loads of meetings with Loni [Peristere], the director of the episode, and Ryan [Condal] talking about how I can portray feelings while being up in the air and having all this stuff going on around me," he said. "We would make up scenarios that would happen with Jace that didn't happen in the show, which really helped me get into character...It was really fun this time around, because I finally get to get out the offices."
When asked about what he learned this season about riding dragons, Collett had one response.
"God, don't fly low next time."
So, what's next for House of the Dragon after Jace's death?Here's a few things to think about:
Jace was the only one who saw Sheepstealer's rider, Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell), who has now fled.
Rhaenyra doesn't know another of her sons is dead and that she's one major dragon down, so she's likely to react.
The young Joffrey Velaryon is Rhaenyra's sole blood heir now, but he's in the Vale, under the protection of Lady Jeyne Arryn (Amanda Collin).
Baela was betrothed to Jace but she's still a high-ranking member of the house, being Daemon Targaryen's (Matt Smith) daughter.
We still don't know whether or not Corlys is alive.
Harry Collett was not slain in battle as Jace. He's an actor and totally OK.
5 everyday problems your 3D printer can solve
While you can stick to just making the 3D printing projects that everyone always talks about, like Gridfinity, a Flexy Rex, or other toys, there are a lot of projects to do that nobody ever highlights. Here are five 3D printing projects that I think are fantastic and deserve way more attention than they get.
The best AirPods deals ahead of Prime Day — AirPods Pro 3 are at a record-low price
Amazon Prime Day season is upon us, and the mega-retailer isn't waiting until the sale proper to drop deals on AirPods.
While Prime Day usually takes place in mid-July, it got bumped up in the schedule this year: the four-day sale will now take place from June 23 to June 26. With less than a day left before the sale, Apple products are starting to get marked down. Already, a classic $99 deal on Apple AirPods 4 wireless earbuds is available at Amazon, and we're expecting even more discounts to drop during the sale itself.
SEE ALSO: Prime Day is almost here: We found 50+ early dealsAnd if you prefer AirPods with active noise-cancellation, you're in luck. We've seen the Apple AirPods Pro 3 as low as $179.99. Also at Amazon, you can grab a deal on the AirPods 4 with ANC earbuds starting at $148.99, saving you $30. And with Prime Day still to officially start, there’s a good chance more deals will continue to pop up.
Until the sale ends on June 26, the Mashable shopping team will be bringing you the top Prime Day deals on Apple products. For now, you'll find all of the best Prime Day AirPods deals right here on this page.
Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99 at Amazon$129 Save $30 Get Deal Why we like it
Technically, we've seen the Apple AirPods 4 drop all the way down to $69, and we're hoping we'll see the same deal when Prime Day begins on June 23. However, given the recent wave of price increases in the tech world, we're not counting on it. So, if you're hoping to avoid the Prime Day sales pressure, pick up these classic Apple earbuds while they're under $100.
More early Prime Day AirPods dealsApple AirPods 4 with ANC — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)
Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)
Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179.99 $249 (save $70)
Apple AirPods Max 2 — $399 $549 (save $150)
We will be regularly updating this guide with the best Prime Day AirPods deals, so keep checking back. You can also visit our Prime Day 2026 hub for all the latest updates and price drops.
All of Apples iPads are on sale ahead of Prime Day, but you should probably wait to buy
Is your summer travel booked? If you're getting ready to jet set or hit the road but don't want to lug your laptop around, then it might be time to consider a tablet. Our favorites for performance and overall value are Apple's iPads. So with Prime Day kicking off tomorrow, and running until June 26, we're looking for the best deals on Apple's tablets.
Prime Day doesn't officially start until tomorrow, but iPads are already on sale. Don't get too excited, though. While we found deals on every single iPad model, the markdowns are pretty minor. The good news is, if you need an iPad before Prime Day, you don't need to buy one at full price. Bad news is, you should probably wait until Prime Day for the best savings.
SEE ALSO: A Prime Day Apple deals primer: How low prices will go on AirPods, iPads, and MacBooksBut if you need an iPad now, here are the best deals to shop ahead of Prime Day.
Best early Prime Day iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, 128GB, WiFi) $299 at Amazon$349 Save $50 Get Deal Why we like it
While we love the iPad Air and think it's the best tablet money can buy, the basic iPad with A16 chip is still a stellar tablet. The 11th-generation model is a speedy tablet perfect for streaming, internet browsing, reading, and gaming. It's a great value at full price and even better when on sale.
Right now, get the 11th-generation iPad with A16 chip for just $299, bringing the tablet under $300. It's not the best price on the iPad, but it is just $25 away from its lowest price, so not bad. Need something more advanced? Well, there are more iPad deals on the Air and Pro to explore, too.
More early Prime Day iPad Mini dealsApple iPad Mini, 8.3-inch (A17 Pro, 128GB, WiFi) — $449 $499 (save $50)
Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4, 128GB, WiFi) — $559 $599 (save $40)
Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, 128GB, WiFi) — $699.99 $799 (save $99.01)
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) — $899.99 $999 (save $99.01)
Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, 256GB, WiFi) — $1,199.99 $1,299 (save $99.01)
Apple iPad Pro 13-Inch (M4, 512GB, WiFi) — $1,249.99 $1,499 (save $249.01)
I track TV prices all year, so I know these 25+ TV deals ahead of Prime Day are actually worth it
Prime Day season is one of the best times of year to buy a TV on sale. That's been etched into our mental calendars in July for the past decade, but this year, hype for one of the year's biggest shopping events starts in June: Prime Day 2026 will run from June 23 to 26. As always, worthwhile TV deals are already popping up a day before the sale event starts up.
The good pre-Prime Day TV deals aren't just at Amazon. Half the time, the reason that TV deals during Prime Day go so hard is that competing retailers like Best Buy refuse to let Amazon get all the attention — and it has already started this year. If you don't want to wait until tomorrow to grab your new TV, here are 25+ of the best TV deals I've found at Amazon and Best Buy ahead of Prime Day. Most models in this list match or beat their all-time record-low price as well, according to Amazon price tracker camelcamelcamel.
SEE ALSO: 15+ streaming services you can get for 99 cents, plus more early Prime Day streaming deals Best TV deal ahead of Prime Day overall Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV $999.99 at Amazon$1,999.99 Save $1,000 Get Deal Why we like it
Hisense finally launched its highly-awaited RGB TVs on June 2. While both the UR8 and UR9 RGB TVs are on sale at Best Buy, there's another 2026 Hisense TV with a much wilder discount: The 75-inch Hisense U7 Mini LED TV is just $999.99 exclusively for Prime members after a massive 50% price drop from its usual $1,999.99.
Just released in March, the Hisense U7 series has a pretty incredible lighting system for its price range. Its backlight benefits from full-array local dimming, which uses clusters of tiny LED bulbs that can fully turn themselves on or off for more precise contrast during any scene or livestream. Other impressive numbers include a peak brightness of 3,000 nits (great news for FIFA fans trying to watch a game during the daytime) and a native 165Hz refresh rate (great news for gamers on a budget).
Deals on 43-inch TVs and underInsignia 43-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $139.99 $199.99 (save $60)
Toshiba 43-inch C350 4K Fire TV — $159.99 $299.99 (save $140)
Hisense 43-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)
LG 55-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220)
Hisense 50-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $399.99 $699 (save $299.01)
Hisense 55-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $429.99 $749 (save $319.01)
Hisense 55-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $529.99 $849.99 (save $320)
Hisense 50-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $649.99 $1,299.99 (save $650)
TCL 55-inch NXTVISION QLED 4K Art TV — $697.99 $999.99 (save $302)
Samsung 55-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $997.99 $1,397.99 (save $400)
LG 65-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $479.99 $699.99 (save $220)
TCL 65-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $527.99 $597.99 (save $70)
TCL 65-inch QM64L Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $529.99 $799.99 (save $270)
TCL 65-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $599.99 $999.99 (save $400)
Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $699.99 $1,099.99 (save $400)
Amazon 65-inch Ember QLED Fire TV — $709.99 $849.99 (save $140)
Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $799.99 $1,299.99 (save $500)
Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $849.99 $1,499.99 (save $650)
TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $997.99 $1,499.99 (save $502)
Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,300)
Hisense 65-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,999.99 (save $700)
Sony 65-inch Bravia XR8B OLED 4K TV — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)
Sony 65-inch Bravia 8 II OLED 4K TV — $2,608.33 $3,299.99 (save $691.66)
Toshiba 75-inch C350 4K Fire TV — $379.99 $729.99 (save $350)
Hisense 75-inch QD7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $549.99 $799 (save $249.01)
LG 75-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)
Hisense 75-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $848.99 $1,399.99 (save $249.01)
TCL 75-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,397.99 $1,999.99 (save $602)
Hisense 75-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)
Hisense 75-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $2,499.99 (save $800)
TCL 75-inch QM8L SQD Mini LED 4K TV — $1,797.99 $2,499.99 (save $702)
LG 77-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $3,699.99 (save $1,700)
Insignia 85-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $549.99 $899.99 (save $350)
Insignia 85-inch QF QLED 4K TV — $659.99 $1,099.99 (save $440)
Hisense 85-inch QD6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $749.99 $1,099.99 (save $350)
TCL 85-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)
Hisense 85-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,099.99 $1,999.99 (save $900)
Hisense 85-inch UR9 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $3,999.99 $4,499.99 (save $500)
Discover the game-changing Docker containers revolutionizing work and creativity
Experimenting with Docker containers has become a bit of a hobby lately. Recently, I talked about four of my favorite daily-use containers. Since then, I've “done my homework” and discovered a few more useful containers, and have had a few recommended to me by a very enthusiastic community.
The best early Prime Day DJI deals you can shop now — drones, cameras, and mics at new lows
Amazon Prime Day is just around the corner, but some of DJI's most popular products are already seeing early discounts at Amazon.
Whether you're looking to capture better travel footage or finally pick up that creator favorite you've had your eye on, these pre-Prime Day deals could save you from waiting until the main event kicks off.
Prime Day officially runs from June 23-26, but the savings have already started landing.
Best early Prime Day DJI drone deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 $381 at Amazon$419 Save $38 Get Deal Why we like it
This is a lightweight drone, weighing under 249g, meaning no FAA registration is required for recreational flying. It captures 4K HDR video, supports True Vertical Shooting, and offers stable footage thanks to its 3-axis gimbal and Level 5 wind resistance. It has beginner-friendly features like GPS Return to Home and Auto Takeoff/Landing, so it's a great choice for getting started with a drone.
More early Prime Day DJI drone dealsDJI Mavic 4 Pro Fly More Combo — $2,500 $2,899 (save $399)
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Creator Combo — $3,400 $3,690 (save $290)
$229 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it
This camera features a 1/1.3-inch sensor for shooting in low-light conditions, as well as 4K video capabilities at up to 120fps with a 155° ultra-wide field of view. It offers up to 150 minutes of battery life and it works in temperatures as low as -20°C. It's even waterproof to depths of 18m, making it an ideal choice for vlogging your outdoor adventures.
More early Prime Day DJI camera dealsDJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Waterproof Action Camera Bundle — $399.99 $459.99 (save $60)
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo — $539 $629 (save $90)
$329 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it
The DJI Mic 3 is a compact wireless microphone system designed for creators, podcasters, and interviewers who need quality audio while on the go. It supports up to four transmitters, features adaptive gain control and selectable noise cancellation, and uses dual-band transmission for clear audio in busy environments. You'll get up to 28 hours of battery life with the charging case, so it's great for long hours recording. Not to mention, it has compatibility with a huge range of DJI devices.
More early Prime Day DJI accesories dealsDJI Mic 2 Transmitter — $59 $79 (save $20)
DJI Mic 2 — $199 $269 (save $70)
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 curved gaming monitor has never been cheaper — save $500 at Amazon
TL;DR: The Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) curved gaming monitor is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon, down from its $1,299.99 list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor $799.99 at Amazon$1,299.99 Save $500 Get Deal
If your desk is ready for something massive, Amazon has one of Samsung’s biggest gaming monitors down to a tempting price before Prime Day.
As of June 22, the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 (G91SD) curved gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $799.99, with $500 knocked off its usual $1,299.99 list price. That brings this super-ultrawide display down by 38% as part of a limited-time deal which is set to sell fast — as this is the lowest price this monitor has ever been sold for on the site — as confirmed with price tracker camelcamelcamel.
At 49 inches, this is a sizable upgrade in more ways than one. With the Odyssey OLED G9’s curved 32:9 screen and Dual QHD 5120 x 1440 resolution, you’ll essentially have the means for a two-monitor battlestation without the bezel gap in the middle. It also packs 110 pixels per inch, so you’re still getting plenty of clarity across all that screen space.
What’s more, Samsung’s QD-OLED panel promises vivid colors, true blacks, and deeper contrast compared with regular LED gaming monitors.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Whether you’re getting set up for grand immersive open-world games like the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6, or just fancy an upgrade for nightly matches of multiplayers like Fortnite and Marvel Rivals, you’ll always be pulled right into the action.
Plus, the 144Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms GtG response time help keep gameplay smooth and responsive, while G-Sync compatibility and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro are included to help reduce screen tearing, lag, and choppy visuals.
For more to play on your new setup, Mashable has found an amazing selection of early Prime Day PlayStation deals, covering everything from cheaper PS5 and PS4 games to PS Portals. To game on the go, Amazon has also dropped huge early gaming laptop deals for Prime Day, including the ASUS TUF F16 at $600 off.
Magic: The Gatherings Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box is $60 off on Amazon — score the best preorder deal
TL;DR: Amazon has knocked $60.72 off preorders for Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box, now down to $148.98.
Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box $148.98 at Amazon$209.70 Save $60.72 Get Deal
Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes expansion is almost here, but Amazon has squeezed in another preorder price cut ahead of the release. Ahead of Prime Day, Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box is available to pre-order on Amazon for $148.98.
That's $60.72 off this sealed 30-pack display box before the June 26 release date. You’ll only be paying $4.96 per pack before tax. However, you can find this box even cheaper if you’re willing to buy from a non-Amazon storefront. Walmart currently has the same Play Booster Box listed for $129.99 through third-party seller WeTheHobby, while TCGplayer presale listings start at $127.75 with shipping included — matching the market price determined by the trading card retailer.
The Marvel Super Heroes set brings a full collection of Marvel’s heroes and villains into Magic: The Gathering, with players building comic-inspired teams, suiting them up with iconic gear, and using their powers across the battlefield.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Just like other Play Booster Boxes, this is built for the usual mix of casual games, deckbuilding, collecting, and Limited play.
Inside the box, you’ll get 30 Play Boosters, with 14 cards in each pack. Every pack includes one Traditional Foil card and one to four cards of rare or higher rarity, along with commons, uncommons, and a land card. There is also a small chance of pulling a Foil Borderless Mythic Rare, while a Traditional Foil Land replaces the regular land in 20% of boosters.
Mashable has dug up plenty of other money-saving early Prime Day deals on trading cards — including more from Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon TCG, One Piece, and KPop Demon Hunters. What’s more, you can also still grab the Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle for under $40 on Amazon.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 22, 2026
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're good at math.
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 22, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: In charge
Green: Math terms
Blue: Linguistics
Purple: Ferocious
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Here are today's Connections categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Dominant
Green: Multiplication indicators
Blue: Pronunciation descriptors
Purple: Starting with explosive onomatopoeia
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #1107 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayDominant: ALPHA, HEAD, LEAD, PRIMARY
Multiplication indicators: BY, TIMES, X, •
Pronunciation descriptors: SHORT, SILENT, SOFT, STRESSED
Starting with explosive onomatopoeia: BANGKOK, BOOMER, POPSICLE, POWDER
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 22, 2026Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.
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The Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Mega Feraligatr ex Box is nearly $10 off right now at Amazon
TL;DR: Amazon has cut the price of the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Mega Feraligatr ex Box to $69.78. With that $8.57 price cut, this means you’ll only be paying the equivalent of $17.45 per pack while getting the Mega Feraligatr ex promo card and oversize lenticular card as a bonus.
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Prime Day is on the way, but Amazon has been continuing its early price cuts on both Pokémon cards and wider trading card collections. And anyone interested in Ascended Heroes has an excellent early opportunity to save.
As of June 22, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Mega Feraligatr ex Box is now ready to buy on Amazon for $69.78. An 11% price cut, this means you’re saving $8.57 off its usual price. Keep in mind that this is a third-party listing sold through Collectors Expedition, but at the time of writing, you can get free delivery as soon as the next day and still have a 30-day refund/replacement policy if you change your mind (which you don’t always see with third-party sellers).
That $69.78 price means you’re paying roughly $17.45 for each of the four included Ascended Heroes booster packs before counting the extra promo cards. By comparison, single Ascended Heroes Booster packs on Amazon only go as low as $18.85, so this box is saving you $1.40 per pack, along with the included Feraligatr ex promos as a couple of nice added extras.
Each booster contains 10 game cards, one Basic Energy, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card, giving you another shot at the expansion’s bigger pulls without buying loose packs one by one.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The big value hits you can pull right now (or buy individually on TCGplayer) include SIR Mega Gengar ex (market price over $1,372), SIR Pikachu ex ($1,368), SIR Mega Dragonite ex ($875), and Mega Hyper Rare Mega Charizard Y ex ($626).
Walmart is also selling the same Ascended Heroes Mega Feraligatr ex Box for $69.78 (a backup if Amazon stock runs out at that price), though you can go even cheaper at TCGplayer — with unopened boxes selling for as low as $56.99.
Mashable has found plenty of early Prime Day Pokémon deals for you to buy — including more offers on trading cards, Nintendo Switch games, and stunning gifts. One of the best deals is on the Pokémon TCG 36-pack Chaos Rising Booster Display Box, which is now available for under $270.
NYT Strands hints, answers for June 22, 2026
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're easily frightened.
Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 22, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Heebie-jeebiesThe words are related to being scared.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words describe bodily reactions.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
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NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Goosebumps.
NYT Strands word list for June 22Willies
Butterflies
Jitters
Goosebumps
Creeps
Shivers
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 22, 2026
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a shapeshifter.
If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 22, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.
SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for June 22, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:Egg-shaped.
Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?There are no recurring letters.
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Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...Today's Wordle starts with the letter O.
SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today's Wordle is...
OVATE
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints. Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 22, 2026
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.
With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.
So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT gameHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, June 22, 2026:
AcrossLike jerky and dried fruitThe answer is Chewy.
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Technology that Marconi introduced to the Vatican in 1931, in order to broadcast the pope's blessings worldwideThe answer is Radio.
The answer is Unify.
The answer is Socio.
The answer is Hit
The answer is Crush.
The answer is Hanoi.
The answer is Edict.
The answer is WiFi.
The answer is Yoyo.
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NYT Pips hints, answers for June 22, 2026
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.
Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.
Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.
How to play PipsIf you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity with how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 22, 2026The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible — and common — for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.
Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:
Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.
Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.
Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.
Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.
Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.
If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.
SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for June 22, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for June 22 PipsLess Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally.
Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 1-0, placed horizontally; 0-3, placed vertically.
Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 0-3, placed vertically; 3-5, placed horizontally.
Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally; 6-5, placed vertically.
Less Than (4): Everything in this space must be less than 4. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally.
Medium difficulty hints, answers for June 22 PipsGreater Than (3): Everything in this space must be greater than 3. The answer is 1-5, placed horizontally.
Greater Than (6): Everything in this space must be greater than 6. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically.
Number (9): Everything in this space must add up to 9. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally; 3-2, placed vertically.
Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed vertically; 0-1, placed horizontally.
Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 3-2, placed vertically; 2-1, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 0-1, placed horizontally; 1-1, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.
Hard difficulty hints, answers for June 22 PipsNot Equal: Everything in this space must be different. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 4-0, placed vertically; 6-1, placed horizontally.
Equal (1): Everything in this space must be equal to 1. The answer is 6-1, placed horizontally; 1-1, placed horizontally; 1-3, placed horizontally.
Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed horizontally; 1-3, placed horizontally.
Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically.
Number (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically; 4-6, placed horizontally.
Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed horizontally.
Number (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 6-6, placed horizontally.
Number (10): Everything in this space must add up to 10. The answer is 5-5, placed horizontally.
Less Than (6): Everything in this space must be less than 6. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally.
Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed horizontally; 4-2, placed horizontally.
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Beats Studio Buds+ have dropped to their best-ever price ahead of Prime Day — save $80
SAVE $80: As of June 22, the Beats Studio Buds+ are on sale for $89.95 at Amazon. That's a 41% discount on list price.
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Looking for new earbuds? Well, you're in luck.
With Prime Day on the horizon, Amazon has dropped an early deal on the Beats Studio Buds+ — now down to their best-ever price. Normally $169.95, they are down to $89.95 for a limited time. This applies to all colorways, so you can choose from black, ivory, and transparent.
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They can be used with both Apple and Android devices, and for comfort, you'll get four sizes of silicone tips to help create a secure seal in your ear. This also helps to improve the sound while keeping outside noise down.
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The Fire Stick 4K Max is $25 off ahead of Prime Day — Xbox GamePass comes free with this deal
SAVE $25: As of June 22, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for $34.99 at Amazon. That's 42% off the list price.
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The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is back on sale ahead of Prime Day — a great excuse to upgrade your streaming setup.
As of June 22, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is down to $34.99 from $49.99. This deal also comes with a month of Xbox GamePass for free.
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And if you're a gamer, it comes with Xbox Game Pass cloud gaming support, so you can play titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Hogwarts Legacy without a console. The device also includes Fire TV Ambient Experience. This transforms your screen into a display of artworks and photos, whether your own or famous pieces of art.
Like most Amazon devices, it comes with Alexa built-in to make searching even easier, allowing you to find content by actor, genre, plot, or even search for the name of the main actor halfway through a movie.
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The Apple Watch Series 11 hits its best-ever price ahead of Prime Day — act fast to save $120
SAVE $120: As of June 22, the Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $279 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount on the list price.
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Prime Day officially gets underway this week, but as ever, Amazon has kicked things off a little early with some deals live already.
The best early deal? That's up to you to decide, but there's a great deal on the Apple Watch Series 11 available now. As of June 22, it's down to its best-ever price. Normally $399, the Apple Watch Series 11 is on sale for $279 at Amazon. This price applies to the rose gold, space gray, and jet black colorways.
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Sleep tracking is seriously advanced, with the watch providing you with a daily sleep score, helping you to visualize just how well you slept. For fitness, this fitness tracker gives you in-depth metrics including Heart Rate Zones, training load, Pacer, and Workout Buddy, and you can track everything from running and hiking to swimming.
With this watch you'll get up to 24 hours of battery life and fast charging, so it's ideal for endurance training too. And it's robust. You'll get a scratch-resistant display, 50 meter water resistance, and IP6X dust resistance, so it can handle everyday wear.
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New Apple AirTags are finally on sale at Amazon — save $10 with this record-low deal
SAVE $10: As of June 22, the Apple AirTag four-pack is on sale for $89 at Amazon. That's a 10% discount on the list price.
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Prime Day is a great opportunity to save on Apple products such as AirTags, and with the event starting tomorrow, Amazon has already launched a best-ever deal on 2nd generation trackers.
As of June 22, the Apple AirTag 4-Pack (2nd Generation) is down to $89 at Amazon. That's the best-ever price and saves you $10 on list price.
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They also come with a redesigned speaker that's up to 50% louder, making your lost items easier to track down. You can also securely share an AirTag's location with certain contacts, third parties, or airline partners, for example if your luggage goes missing.
The AirTag runs for more than a year on a user-replaceable battery. The latest model also features a more sustainable design, using 85% recycled plastic in the enclosure and 100% fiber-based packaging.
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