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How Jonah Evarts built a BookTok following and a writing career

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:50

In his own words, Jonah Evarts is "just some guy that talks about books on the internet." But with more than 158,000 followers on TikTok, the Kansas-based creator has built a devoted audience around his love of reading, especially high fantasy. Since 2023, Evarts has transformed that passion into a full-time career, landing a spot on the reality competition series Destination X and publishing his debut novel, Reaper's Bend.

The return of BookCon after a six-year hiatus offered a rare chance for the online BookTok community to connect in person. We caught up with Evarts at BookCon 2026 to talk about turning a hobby into a career, choosing the independent publishing route, and what's next for his growing platform.

SEE ALSO: You wrote a book! Now make a viral TikTok about it. We sat down with Credit: Ian Moore/Mashable/Adobe Stock Mashable: When did you start your BookTok account?

Jonah Evarts: I started my BookTok account about three years ago, and I think I'd been posting for a couple of months before I really started even having anybody see my videos, which was crazy. And now, three years later, it's my job, which is crazy.

Are you doing it full-time now?

I've been doing it full-time for a year and a half, which feels really weird. Sometimes I wake up, and I'm like, "What am I gonna do for work? Oh, I'm gonna read a book."

How has it felt turning this passion for books into a career in content?

It happened so organically for me. When I first started posting, it was just for fun. None of my friends back home read, so I needed to put this energy somewhere, and I started making videos. I almost immediately started building a huge community of people who were also interested in the books I read. It just feels so strange to think that so many people like the same thing as me.

Has your relationship to reading changed since becoming a creator?

A little, sadly. At different times throughout the past three years, it's felt like I have to read this [book], because that's what's going to get views even if it's not what I'm in the mood for. I've had to grapple with that. I don't want to just read books because they're gonna get views. I think people can tell if I'm not super passionate or excited about a book. So I try to mood-read as much as possible. But sometimes people really want me to talk about a book, and it's hard not to get carried away with the crowd.

You're also a writer and an author, too. Was writing always a part of your content, or did you bring it in later?

I kept it hidden from everyone. None of my followers knew that I was a writer until I was already done with my book. So when I made a post saying, "I wrote this book, and it's coming out later this year," the general reaction was like, "Wait, what, you write books?"

It makes sense, writing is such a personal and often vulnerable thing to share.

That's part of the reason I kept it hidden. It's different to present yourself as a book reviewer rather than an artist. As an artist, you're the one being judged.

Now that you're in both spaces as a creator and writer, how have you navigated that?

There hasn't been a ton of crossover yet because most of the readers are my friends. I think a lot of that is because I went indie. Most of the people reading my book have followed me for years. So far, I haven't really had to branch out of my circle or my own audience. It's been really cool because everyone's been really supportive and affirmed me as an artist.

Do you feel that being a creator allowed you to take the indie publishing route?

When I first started writing, I was so certain I was going to try to go the traditional route. But for me, I wanted [this project] to be something where I could just overcome my fear of being seen as an artist. Going indie felt a little more like confronting my fear rather than seeking affirmation because I got a book deal. And I knew I could take that risk and invest in an editor and a book cover, expecting a return, because I knew some people in my audience might buy it. So [being a creator] let me take a bit bigger risk than I would have otherwise.

What's it like to interact with fans at BookCon when so much of your audience interactions happen online?

It's been crazy. The first time someone stopped me and asked, "Are you Jonah?" I freaked out. I feel famous right now, but I'm just some guy who talks about books on the internet. I went to Dragonsteel last year, and I expected to be a little more recognized there because that's my specific niche: epic fantasy books. The coolest part for me is seeing a bunch of other creators that I've known for years and bumping into them. Everyone's so friendly and supportive.

Also, you were on the show Destination X last year. Was that a fun side quest, or something you'd been dreaming of doing?

It was just a fun side quest. I got on the show because of BookTok. A casting agent found me on TikTok and asked if I would do an interview. And I said, "Sure," and two months later, I was in Belgium filming the show. It came out of nowhere, and it was crazy, but I represented BookTok.

What's next for you and your platform?

I am writing another book, and I'm really hoping to get a traditional deal with this one. And I'm hoping to progress my content in the same way. Maybe I'll start talking more about writing, because right now, it's mostly still just me talking about other people's books, but I love writing as much as I love reading. I would like to move in that direction eventually. I know other people in the space who have done so. I know there's a path for that, and I want to go after it.

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The classic comedies Airplane and The Naked Gun almost never happened

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:45

There are few filmmakers who can say they established the formula for an entire genre of film. Well, the Zucker Brothers and Jim Abrahams certainly did! If you look at the most celebrated spoof films of the past 50 years, if they weren't made by them, they were inspired by them. It's hard to believe that some of their biggest hits almost didn't even get made.

As David Zucker told Mashable's Executive Producer, Mark Stetson: "Airplane was turned down by every studio. Believe me, it's the story of my life!"

Lucky for them, Michael Eisner, President of Paramount at the time, heard about the Airplane script and wanted to make it. "You're in," he said. "You don't even have to pitch this. I want to make this movie." Airplane ended up grossing $80million, over 5 times the film's budget.

Their next project was a short-lived tv series called, Police Squad, which ended up being the precursor to Naked Gun films. The tv show format wasn't quite right fit for the now iconic character Frank Drebin, so they had to "put a pin it" until they could make the film. In the meantime, they took their obsession with WWII spy films and made the tragically lessor-known cult classic, Top Secret, starring Val Kilmer. After the films moderate success, they finally made The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad, and the rest is movie history!

David Zucker will be presenting a special screening of The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad at the Netflix is a Joke Fest on May 5th.

You can learn directly from David by joining his comedy community on Master Crash.

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I love Bambu Lab's AMS 2 Pro, but these 6 things annoy me

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:45

Bambu Lab’s Automatic Material System, or AMS, received a big upgrade with the release of the AMS 2 Pro in 2025. It’s one of the best quality-of-life upgrades you can make to a Bambu Lab printer, but it’s not without its flaws.

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The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box is down in price at Amazon — save over $10

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:42

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box up for preorder from $138.94, down from its typical price of $154.95. That saves you $16.01 on the upcoming nine-pack ETB, with Walmart and TCGplayer rocking even cheaper preorder prices right now.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box $138.94 at Walmart
$154.95 Save $16.01   Pre-order Here

The Pokémon TCG’s new Chaos Rising ETB has been jumping up and down in price, leaving everyone waiting to see whether it will stabilize at either Ascended Heroes or Perfect Order pricing. Right now, it’s landed in a middleground thanks to some nice price cuts from our favourite trading card retailers.  

As of April 30, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG:Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box listed from $138.94, down from its typical $154.95 price. With a 10% discount, you’ll save you $16.01 on the upcoming nine-pack box ahead of the expansion’s May 22 release date. 

The lowest listing for $138.94 is sold and shipped by Collectors Expedition with free delivery currently shown for May 28-29. There’s also a second listing from Kings Games at $138.95 with free delivery shown for May 27-28.  If you’re open to other retailers to save even more on the ETB, there are lower prices at Walmart and TCGplayer. For instance, Walmart currently has the same Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box listed for $113.98 with free shipping, while TCGplayer’s unopened presale listings start at $109.48 shipped

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No matter which retailer you buy from, the Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box includes the following: 

  • Nine Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution — Chaos Rising booster packs

  • One full-art foil promo card featuring Fennekin

  • 65 card sleeves

  • 40 Pokémon TCG Energy cards

  • A player’s guide

  • Six damage-counter dice

  • One competition-legal coin-flip die

  • One plastic coin

  • A collector’s box with six dividers

  • One Pokémon TCG Live code card 

Just like Perfect Order, Chaos Rising is continuing the Mega Evolution set’s trend of featuring titular Mega Evolution Pokémon, especially those that featured in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game — including Mega Floette ex, Mega Greninja ex, Mega Pyroar ex, and Mega Dragalge ex.

If you’d like to save even more on the upcoming Pokémon TCG expansion, you can already save $30 on the 36-pack Chaos Rising Booster Display Box. In the event you’re still catching up on the latest expansions, the Pokémon TCG’s Perfect Order Booster Display Box is on sale for $229

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This Android feature completely rewired our brains, and it may be the biggest innovation of the last decade

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:30

When Android first copied the iPhone’s gesture navigation system in 2018 with the pill-style system, it felt like a half-baked compromise. But with Android 10 a year later, gestures were refined into something smoother, more polished, and in many ways even better than Apple’s approach.

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I thought my smart TV was slow, but it just needed this cheap cable

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:15

Smart TVs often slow down with time as updates to apps and the operating systems start to become too much for the relatively slow hardware inside. However, sometimes slow TV can be caused by a single issue. Luckily, the fix is inexpensive and widely available.

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Forget the Audi Q3—this small Japanese SUV is the smarter luxury buy

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 14:00

The Audi Q3 has long been one of the easiest entry points into the luxury SUV world, but the latest version is starting to stretch that definition. With pricing now pushing well beyond $40,000, it’s no longer the accessible premium option it once was, forcing buyers to question what they’re really getting for the money.

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The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Pack has moved closer to market price at Amazon — buy for under $13

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:46

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack listed for $12.99 with free delivery, sold by MVP Marketplace. That’s still above TCGplayer’s lowest unopened presale listing of $10.89 shipped, but Amazon is now much closer to the current market price. 

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Amazon’s preorder prices on the Chaos Rising expansion are thankfully starting to settle compared to other retailers in the trading card marketplace.

As of April 30, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack listed at $12.99 with free delivery. The listing is shipped and sold by MVP Marketplace. Keep in mind that while the listing is showing delivery dates as early as May, Chaos Rising isn’t actually out until May 22 — meaning there was likely an error on the seller’s side, and you won’t get your order until after the expansion comes out.

That’s still not the cheapest Chaos Rising preorder you can find right now, but it’s a big improvement over the earlier Amazon pricing we saw for this same sleeved booster. The current $12.99 listing is now only $2.07 above TCGplayer’s listed market price of $10.92, and $2.10 above TCGplayer’s lowest unopened presale listing of $10.89 shipped.

If you sacrifice Amazon’s convenience, you’ll save a bit more at TCGplayer. At TCGplayer, unopened presale listings for the Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack currently start at $10.89 shipped, with six sellers listed and a median price of $10.93.

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The Sleeved Booster Packs for Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising contain 10 random trading cards and code card for Pokémon Trading Card Game Live. 

To pay even less per booster pack, you can also grab the six-pack Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle for around $40. You can also grab the new Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Mega Feraligatr ex Box on sale at $8 off

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Denzel Washington's 2004 action movie is now a Netflix show—and it streams today

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:45

In 2004, Denzel Washington played the iconic role of John Creasy in Tony Scott's Man on Fire. 22 years later, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II takes over the role of Creasy in Man on Fire, now streaming on Netflix in the U.S.

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The Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop back is down to its record-low price — save over $250 at Amazon

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:38

SAVE OVER $250: As of April 30, the Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $349.98 at Amazon, a return to its lowest-ever price.

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If more time spent outside on dirty tracks has you feeling a little stressed about the condition of your floors this spring, it's worth looking into a robot vacuum. These cleaners can handle the dirty work for you. And this is a great time to buy, as retailers like Amazon are offering discounts on select models, including the Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop.

As of April 30, the Eufy Omni C20 is on sale for $349.98 at Amazon. This is a whopping $250.01 off its full price of $599.99, and also marks a return to its lowest-ever price at the retailer. If you've been looking for a little extra cleaning assistance this year, this model is well worth grabbing right now.

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The Eufy Omni C20 is an excellent all-in-one solution for your floors, as it can vacuum and mop. When it comes to the former, it offers up to 7,000 Pa of suction to clean up dirt, dust, pet hair, and more, and even features a Pro-Detangle Comb that prevents hair from getting tangled up in the roller brush. And when it comes to mopping, this cleaner can apply 6N of pressure at 180 rotations per minute to clear up any spills or stains that get in its way.

If you're curious how well the Eufy Omni C20 will do when it comes to cleaning underneath furniture, the good news is it's just 3.35 inches tall, so it can scoot underneath sofas, beds, or furniture to make sure each corner gets a deep clean.

It's worth keeping in mind that this is marked as a limited-time deal. Act fast to save on the Eufy Omni C20 at Amazon.

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Replace Spotify Premium with Jellyfin and these 3 plugins

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:30

If, like me, you wish your Jellyfin music server could do things that Spotify or Apple Music can, you're in luck. There are some awesome plugins developed by the Jellyfin community, which add lots of cool features to your Jellyfin server.

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AirPods Pro 3 are back under $200 at Amazon — order now in time for Mothers Day

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:29

SAVE OVER $40: As of April 30, AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to $199.99 at Amazon. That's $49.01 off their full list price of $249.

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Looking to treat your mom to a nice gift for Mother's Day this year? If she enjoys listening to music, audiobooks, or podcasts, Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are worth splashing out on. She's worth it. And anyway, they're on sale at Amazon for $199.99.

This deal on AirPods Pro 3 saves you $49.01 off their full list price of $249. Amazon even notes on the sale page that they'll arrive before Mother's Day if you grab them now, so there's no need to worry about scoring brownie points this year.

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AirPods Pro 3 are a very solid investment for Apple users. These earbuds boast excellent sound quality and noise-cancelling capabilities alongside a long battery life that can last you up to eight hours on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation enabled. They've earned spots on both our lists of the best earbuds and best headphones, and our review from writer Adam Doud even called them "one of the best products of the year."

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Doud's review said that they offer "A remarkable upgrade in functionality over their predecessors, with better battery life and ANC, as well as a new heart rate sensor." He continued: "If you need a new set of AirPods, this is an easy buy. If you already have the AirPods Pro 2, it's harder to justify, but still not a bad deal."

With Mother's Day right around the corner, this is a great opportunity to save AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon.

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The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Display Box hits new low price at Amazon — save over $30

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:23

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Display Box up for preorder at $248.95, down from its $279.99 list price. That saves you $31.04 on a 36-pack box..

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$279.99 Save $31.04   Pre-order Here

The Pokémon TCG’s upcoming Chaos Rising expansion is still weeks away from release, but Amazon’s preorder pricing is already starting to compete with other trading card retailers. 

As of April 30, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Display Box listed for preorder at $248.95, down from its $279.99 list price. That’s an 11% discount, saving you $31.04 on the full 36-pack display.

Amazon’s main listing is currently sold by MVP Marketplace, with delivery shown for May 27. There’s also another Amazon seller listing the same box for $248.94 with free delivery (but a slightly larger delivery window), so you can technically shave off a cent by checking the other seller options before placing your preorder.

At Amazon’s $248.95 preorder price, the Chaos Rising Booster Display Box works out to about $6.92 per booster pack before tax. That’s a huge improvement from Amazon’s earlier third-party prices, which had this same box listed well above $300.

If you don’t mind losing the convenience of Amazon’s guaranteed delivery windows, you can get a lower price elsewhere. Walmart has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Box available for $238.99 with free shipping, sold and shipped by T. Gaming. That puts Walmart $9.96 cheaper than Amazon, with each booster pack working out to roughly $6.64 before tax.

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TCGplayer is also slightly below Amazon right now. Unopened presale listings for the Chaos Rising Booster Box start at $245.76 with shipping included, while the marketplace’s current market price is sitting at $245.86. 

Each Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Chaos Rising Booster Display Box includes 36 booster packs from the upcoming expansion. Chaos Rising features over 120 cards to collect, more new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, more than 25 Trainer cards, and more than 35 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations.

The expansion follows the Pokémon Legends: Z-A theme that Perfect Order and Ascended Heroes introduced — bringing new additions like Mega Floette ex, Mega Greninja ex, Mega Pyroar ex, and Mega Dragalge ex into the spotlight.

Among the other new expansions in the Pokémon TCG, you can still buy Perfect Order’s Display Box for $229. What’s more, the Perfect Order Booster Bundle can still be bought for around $40.

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Why E-Ink displays cost so much more than they should for DIY projects

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 13:00

Combine a single-board computer like the Raspberry Pi or ESP32 with an E-Ink display, and you’ve laid the groundwork for a fun visual project like a Home Assistant dashboard, smart photo frame, or weather widget for your desk.

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Daily Shows Josh Johnson reacts to King Charles dropping jokes in Congress

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 12:54

King Charles is visiting the U.S., and as well as gifting Donald Trump a golden bell he also took some time to make a couple of joke-filled speeches.

In the clip above, Daily Show host Josh Johnson plays footage of the king making Congress laugh with a joke about the "shared history" between the U.S. and the UK.

"Wow, he really commands the stage— I'm sorry, he really colonises the stage," says Johnson. "What's annoying about this as a comedian is that he is actually killing it."

The host goes on to play footage of Charles being applauded after talking about "the foundation of the principle that executive power is subject to checks and balances."

"Ooh, he got us too good!" says Johnson. "No, no it's funny you see, because we don't have checks and balances anymore because the foundations of our democracy are slowly being eroded away! You crazy Charles, you crazy."

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5 new Netflix movies to watch in May

How-To Geek - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 12:30

The sunny season might not begin until June, but the first Friday in May is the start of the summer movie season. Over the next three to four months, the studios will be releasing their slate of new popcorn movies and blockbusters in hopes of attracting eyeballs and making money. Streaming services like Netflix will also follow suit and hope their original movies will become popular hits.

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Jimmy Kimmel reacts to King Charles giving Trump a golden bell

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 11:44

Despite the First Lady calling for him to be fired and various figures on the right going after him, Jimmy Kimmel is carrying on as normal.

The topic for Wednesday's monologue? King Charles' visit to the U.S., which saw the British monarch gifting Donald Trump a large golden bell from the HMS Trump during the White House state dinner.

"Yeah, unfortunately the only bell Trump likes is the Taco one," says Kimmel.

The host goes on to comment on the U.S. president's speech during the event, with Trump saying Iran shouldn't be allowed nuclear weapons and adding, "Charles agrees with me, even more than I do."

"Wait a minute, how can someone agree with you more than you agree with yourself?" asks Kimmel. "Charles agrees with me 400, some are saying 500, even 600 percent."

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Mothers Day is sorted — the Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle is 31% off right now at Amazon

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 11:34

TL;DR: As of April 30, the Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle — which includes a Kindle Colorsoft (16 GB), fabric cover, and power adapter — is on sale for $211.97 at Amazon. This is 31% off its full bundle price of $306.97.

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Mother's Day is coming up fast, and if you're still looking for a nice gift, a Kindle is a great option if she's an avid reader.

Right now, Amazon's actually offering discounts on select models, including bundles. The Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle is among them, and a great pick if your mom wants an e-reader with a splash of color, rather than the traditional black-and-white offerings.

The Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle — which comes with the Kindle Colorsoft (16 GB), a fabric cover, and a power adapter — is on sale for $211.97 at Amazon. That's $35 less than what you'd pay if you purchased each item separately. The Kindle Colorsoft is currently on sale. If it were at full price, this bundle would save you $95 overall.

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Whether its beautiful book covers, comics and graphic novels, or even highlighting favorite moments in the text, the Kindle Colorsoft allows you to experience it all in color. Its display is glare-free and even features adjustable screen brightness and warmth, so no matter where you are or what time of day it is, you can comfortably enjoy whatever you're reading.

It also features an excellent battery life that can last up to eight weeks on a single charge, which is great news for long vacations. If you think the Kindle Colorsoft Essentials Bundle is a great gift idea for Mother's Day this year, this is an excellent opportunity to pick it up for less.

Looking for even more Mother's Day gift ideas? Check out our rundown of the best Mother's Day gifts to find more options worth giving this year.

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Ruggable has dropped a Star Wars collection — order ahead of The Mandalorian and Grogu release

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 11:29

TL;DR: Ruggable has released a new Star Wars-inspired collection. Order head of the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu.

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Fancy celebrating May 4th with a spruce up of your home decor? Well thanks to Ruggable, now you can. Ahead of the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu on May 22, Ruggable has released a new Star Wars Collection.

The range includes both rugs and doormats, so you can kit out your whole house with Star Wars-inspired designs. Every rug is machine-washable, durable, and built to last through common household messes or accidents.

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Every design is inspired by the Star Wars galaxy. The Mandalore Scarlet Red Rug features Mandalorian helmets, the Darksaber, and Grogu on a rich red base. The Rebellion Rug showcases X-wings, A-wings, and the Millennium Falcon in motion. The Dark Side Damask Rug weaves Darth Vader, Boba Fett, and Stormtroopers into an elegant floral-style pattern, while the Grogu Trellis Sage Green Rug features a minimalist Grogu design in a soft sage green trellis.

The collection is completed by the Galactic Greeting Doormat — a Grogu-inspired welcome for your doorstep. The text on the doormat reads "welcome to the galaxy."

Browse the Star Wars collection on the Ruggable site to check out all the designs on offer, including subtle nods to movie moments to full blown galactic statements.

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The 11-inch Apple iPad is back on sale at Amazon — save almost $50 now

Mashable - Thu, 04/30/2026 - 11:10

SAVE ALMOST $50: As of April 30, the Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon. That's a 14% discount on the list price.

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The Apple iPad 11-inch (A16) is back on sale at Amazon, but there's a catch. As of April 30, the 128GB version of this tablet has dropped to $299.99 from $349. That's almost $50 off the list price, but only the silver model is reduced to this low price.

This iPad is powered by the A16 chip, so it runs both fast and smooth whether you're gaming, editing photos and videos, or jumping between different apps. This is paired with a stunning Liquid Retina display to give you a high performing device. The 11-inch display also offers sharp detail and True Tone technology which adjusts the screen to match your surroundings.

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Standout features include advanced cameras, fast WiFi 6 connectivity, USB-C, and an all-day battery life to keep you going while on the move. It runs on iPadOS, so the interface is easy to use and personalize. It's also compatible with many Apple accessories including the Apple Pencil, which gives support for writing, drawing, and note-taking. And the Magic Keyboard magnetically attaches to the iPad to help you type more easily.

This iPad deal is available at Amazon now, so don't miss out.

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