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Nintendo just showed off a bunch of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2. Let's talk about it.

In a special Nintendo Direct on Tuesday morning, the company took about half an hour to discuss the 40th anniversary of the venerable Legend of Zelda series. There was a little bit of info about the upcoming live-action movie, but most of it was dedicated to the new Ocarina of Time remake.

Here are the main things we learned from the presentation.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo announces Nintendo Direct events for Sept. 8 and 9: How to watch, what to expect The Zelda movie has a title

First, Nintendo shared a very tiny bit of news about the upcoming live-action movie, coming out on April 30, 2027. It's simply called The Legend of Zelda. That's it. No subtitle.

Series creator Shigeru Miyamoto said the title would make sense once we see the movie. I'm guessing there's no subtitle because they plan on making sequels. We'll see!

Ocarina of Time is the same game with new visuals and some gameplay changes Credit: Nintendo

Series producer Eiji Aonuma gave us a pretty detailed gameplay walkthrough of an early section of the Ocarina remake. It answered most of the pressing questions we had about it.

Namely, it appears to be a pretty faithful remake in the sense that area maps and puzzle solutions seem identical to the original. Aonuma walked around Kokiri Forest, the game's starting area, fought some enemies, and solved a couple of puzzles in the Great Deku Tree, the game's first dungeon. All of that worked basically the same as it did in 1998, as far as I could tell.

There are some notable differences, of course. Visually, the new Ocarina looks much more like a modern video game, with more realistic material textures and water. Characters have some of that on them, too, but for the most part, they look relatively faithful to how they looked in the original. Link's outfit has some more texture on it, which is kind of strange, but NPCs look about how I expected them to look.

I don't hate the way it looks, but some people will. That's fine!

The developers also made some small but meaningful gameplay changes. There's now a jump button, as opposed to Link automatically jumping when you approach a ledge in the original. That approach worked great in 1998, but I get why they changed it; it was too easy to accidentally jump when you didn't want to, and the Switch 2 controller's layout is more conducive to having a jump button than the N64 controller's was.

You can also sprint, which negates the need to somersault everywhere. I'm going to miss that, personally, but again, I get it. This version of the game is for people who got into the series with more recent entries that had sprint buttons. As a fun sidenote, when you play the titular ocarina in the game, you can now hum notes into the built-in microphone instead of pressing buttons. There's also a playable ocarina accessory coming separately that works with the game. That's very, very silly.

Oh yeah, cutscenes have full voice acting now. It's TBD on whether or not that's a good thing.

We know the release date for Ocarina of Time now

Oh yeah, there's also the matter of when the game actually comes out. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 launches on Nov. 5, just a couple of weeks before Grand Theft Auto VI. That'd be a bold gambit for any company other than Nintendo, but I have a feeling Ocarina will do just fine.

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On Oct. 29, Nintendo is also releasing a new Switch 2 console and Pro Controller, both themed after the game. They have neat Triforce designs all over them. Unfortunately, now that the Switch 2 got a recent price hike, you'll have to pay $500 for the console.

SAVE OVER $30: As of Sept. 8, the Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones are down to $39.97 at Amazon. That is a 43% discount, saving you $30.02 off their regular $69.99 list price.

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As of Sept. 8, Amazon has marked down the Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones to just $39.97 — a 43% discount off their original $69.99 list price. These headphones use four built-in microphones to actively block out background noise — eliminating up to 90% of outside rumble — so you can focus on your music or podcasts without turning the volume all the way up.

Inside the earcups, 40mm audio drivers deliver warm, clear sound with deep bass that gives your playlists plenty of kick. Battery life is a massive highlight here: you get a full 40 hours of playtime with active noise cancellation turned on, or up to 60 hours in standard mode.

If you forget to charge them before heading out, plugging them in for just 5 minutes gets you an extra 4 hours of juice. They also pair with two devices at the same time over Bluetooth, so you can stay connected to your laptop and phone simultaneously and automatically switch over when a call comes in.

If you need to hear traffic or traffic announcements on your commute, toggling to Transparency Mode lets outside sound pass through without needing to pull the headphones off. You can also use the Soundcore app to tweak the sound settings to your exact liking or pick from pre-set audio profiles.

Lock in the Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid ANC Headphones at $39.97 on Amazon while supplies last.

I've been a fan of Razer's gaming accessories for years, but it's admittedly not often that I think to myself "This is a good deal" when testing a new one. One of the biggest gaming hardware companies in the business has never been known for affordability, but the debut entry in a brand-new family of devices goes against the norm by being both cheap and good.

The best Home Depot Labor Day deals at a glance: Best grill deal Weber Genesis E-325W 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill $899 (save $100) Get Deal Best power tool deal Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless 8-Tool Combo Kit $649 (save $649) Get Deal Best outdoor deal Ryobi ONE+ Whisper Series 12-inch Cordless Chainsaw $189 (save $60) Get Deal Best single power tool deal Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench $79 (save $60) Get Deal Best smart home deal eufy S430 SoloCam $139.99 (save $60) Get Deal

With Labor Day come and gone, you may have thought you missed out on all the end-of-summer savings. Luckily, Home Depot's Labor Day Sale is still going strong.

Running through Sept. 9, Home Depot's Labor Day Sale is offering all kinds of deals to help you transition into fall with ease. Highlights include up to 45% off Ryobi cordless power tools, up to $160 off grills, up to $100 off DeWalt tool combo kits, and more. Whether you want to clean up your yard for cool-weather cookouts or try your hand at home improvement, there's likely a deal for you.

SEE ALSO: Shop the REI Labor Day sale: We found late summer outdoor and camping deals

The sale will be live until tomorrow, Sept. 9, but deals are selling out. So, if you see something you want, grab it sooner rather than later. Here are the best Labor Day deals still live at Home Depot.

Note: Struck-through deals are now sold out or expired.

Best Home Depot grill deal Opens in a new window Credit: Weber Weber Genesis E-325W 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill $899 at The Home Depot
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If you're looking to replace your old grill, it's hard to beat a Weber. Their high-quality builds last longer than most, but they can get pretty dang expensive.

Luckily, for Labor Day, Home Depot has several models on sale for up to $100 off. The exclusive Weber Genesis E-325W, for instance, is down to $899 from $999. It features a 640-square-inch cooking space with three burners, two dual-row PureBlu burners for an ultra-hot Sear Zone, porcelain-enameled cast-iron cooking grates, and a sleek titanium-colored finish. And as with most Webers, it comes with a 12-year limited warranty.

More grill deals

• Weber Original Kettle 22-inch Charcoal Grill — $99 $199 (save $100)

• Traeger Pro Series 22-Pellet Grill and Smoker — $389 $549 (save $160)

• Weber Spirit E-210 2-Burner Propane Gas Grill — $399 $449 (save $50)

• Weber Spirit E-325 3-Burner Propane Gas Grill — $499 $549 (save $50)

• Weber 3-Burner Propane Flat Top Grill — $549 $599 (save $50)

• Oklahoma Joe's Highland Reverse Flow Charcoal Barrel Smoker — $629.99 $729.99 (save $100)

• Masterbuilt Gravity Series 600 Charcoal Grill and Smoker — $649 $749 (save $100)

• Traeger Flatrock 2-Burner Propane Flat Top Griddle — $699.99 $799.99 (save $100)

• Traeger Woodridge Wi-Fi Pellet Grill and Smoker — $799 $899 (save $100)

• Weber Genesis E-315 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill — $799 $899 (save $100)

• Kamado Joe Classic Joe 18-inch Charcoal Grill — $849 $999 (save $150)

• Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Wi-Fi 3-Burner Propane Grill with Pizza Stone and Peel — $1,099.99 $1,299.99 (save $200)

• Masterbuilt Gravity Series XT Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker — $1,499.99 $1,799.99 (save $300)

Best Home Depot power tool combo kit deal Opens in a new window Credit: Milwaukee Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless 8-Tool Combo Kit $649 at The Home Depot
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This eight-tool Milwaukee kit is an impressive value at only $649 — 50% off its list price. It includes one 1/2-inch drill/driver, one 1/4-inch impact driver, one oscillating multi-tool, one 3/8-inch impact wrench, one brushless grinder, one 6.5-inch circular saw, one hackzall, an LED work light, two M18 XC 4.0Ah batteries, a M12/M18 dual voltage charger, and two contractor bags. You'll be prepared for practically any home improvement project you can dream up.

Best Home Depot power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ryobi Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 1/2 in. Impact Wrench $79 at The Home Depot
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Whether you're working on cars or stubborn home DIYs, an impact wrench can make your life easier. And this one from Ryobi is down to just $79 during The Home Depot's Labor Day Sale. It features 375 ft-lbs of fastening torque, up to 3,100 impacts per minute, and a variable speed trigger with an RPM of 0 to 2,700. There's even an on-board LED light for extra visibility during your projects.

More power tool deals

• Ryobi ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 4-1/2 in. Angle Grinder + free battery — $99 $248 (save $149)

• Ryobi ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless Compact Barrel Grip Jigsaw + free battery — $149 $278 (save $129)

• DeWalt XR Cordless Brushless Screw Gun — $149 $199 (save $50)

• DeWalt Atomic Cordless 1/4 in. Brushless Impact Driver Kit — $149 $219 (save $70)

• DeWalt Atomic Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill Kit — $129 $199 (save $70)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Impact 2 Tool Combo Kit — $179 $239 (save $60)

• Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 4-Tool Combo Kit — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless 1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver and Reciprocating Saw — $199 $369 (save $170)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless 1/2 in. Hammer Drill/Driver w/1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver — $229 $399 (save $170)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit — $369 $558 (save $159)

• Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless 12-Tool Combo Kit — $729 $829 (save $100)

Best Home Depot outdoor power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ryobi Ryobi ONE+ Whisper Series 12-inch Cordless Chainsaw $189 at The Home Depot
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Ryobi's Whisper Series cordless chainsaw is a hard deal to beat at only $189.

It's lightweight, easy to maneuver, and as the name suggests, 85% quieter than a typical gas-powered chainsaw. Plus, of course, it requires no fuel. Instead, it comes with a 6Ah high-performance battery that can make up to 112 cuts per charge with just the pull of a trigger. Its 12-inch bar and chain can tackle limbs and logs up to 10 inches in diameter, and there's an automatic oiler, tooled chain tensioning, and on-board tool storage for convenience. Purchased separately, the chainsaw, battery, and charger would run you up to $373, so this deal saves you nearly 50%.

More outdoor deals

• Ryobi ONE+ 18V 9 in. Cordless Edger — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Handheld Blower — $149 $199 (save $50)

• DeWalt Cordless Battery Powered Chainsaw Kit — $199 $259 (save $60)

• DeWalt Cold Water Electric Pressure Washer — $249 $389 (save $140)

• Milwaukee M18 FUEL Battery Powered 8 in. HATCHET Mini Chainsaw — $279 $419 (save $140)

• Ryobi 40V Whisper Series Cordless Leaf Blower — $279 $349 (save $70)

• Ryobi 40V Cordless Multi-Blade Walk Behind Self-Propelled Lawn Mower — $449 $599 (save $150)

• Navimow i206 Robot Lawn Mower — $899 $999 (save $100)

• Navimow X430 17 in. Robot Lawn Mower — $2,249 $2,499 (save $250)

• Mammotion Luba 3 Robot Lawn Mower — $2,499 $2,799 (save $300)

Best Home Depot smart home deal Opens in a new window Credit: eufy eufy S430 SoloCam $139.99 at Home Depot
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If you want to keep tabs on your yard without breaking the bank or paying a monthly subscription, the eufy S430 SoloCam is down to $139.99 (original price $199.99). This wireless camera features 360-degree pan-and-tilt surveillance, dual lenses, and a built-in solar panel so you never have to worry about swapping batteries.

More smart home deals

• Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select — $19.99 $49.99 (save $30)

• Blink Wired Floodlight Camera (2600-Lumens) — $44.99 $99.99 (save $55)

• Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) — $54.99 $79.99 (save $25)

• Blink Outdoor 4 Wireless 5-Camera System — $164.99 $299.99 (save $135)

• Blink Outdoor 4 XR Wireless 6-Camera System — $230.99 $419.99 (save $189)

Best Home Depot Halloween and holiday decor finds Opens in a new window Credit: Home Accents Home Accents Holiday 5 ft. Grave & Bones LED Pose-N-Stay Skeleton $39.98 at Home Depot
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Skelly is obviously our favorite Home Depot Halloween decoration, but he's not on sale (and neither are his bony friends). If you're looking to build out your yard display for less, the Home Accents Holiday 5 ft. Grave & Bones LED Pose-N-Stay Skeleton is only $39.98. It's fully poseable, durable enough to survive the autumn weather, and perfect for holding a coffee cup on your front porch until November.

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Note: These viral items featured in Home Depot's Labor Day event tend to sell out fast before October.

• Home Accents Holiday 36 in. Celtic Cross Tombstone — $29.98

• Home Accents Holiday 36 in. Skull and Roses Tombstone — $29.98

• Home Accents Holiday 12 in. Twinkling LED Bats (3-Pack) — $39.98

• Home Accents Holiday 2.5 ft. Grave & Bones Watcher's Perch — $39.98

• Home Accents Holiday 3 ft. Animated Dancing Skeleton — $39.98

• Disney 14 in. Mickey Pumpkin — $49.98

• Disney 14 in. Minnie Pumpkin — $49.98

• Home Accents Holiday 7.5 in. & 10 in. Twinkling LED Bats (6-Piece) — $49.98

• Home Accents Holiday 7 ft. Color-Changing LED Willow Tree — $129.00

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SAVE $82.99: The Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale at Amazon for $97, down from the list price of $179.99. That's a 46% discount.

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Not saying that a piece of tech can be lifechanging, but a solid pair of headphones can feel like like it. From drowning out noise on public transportation to listening to an audiobook while on the treadmill, headphones are with us for much of the day in our modern era. If the pair you've been wearing could be better, there's a great deal in store today.

As of Sept. 8, the Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale for $97, down from the list price of $179.99. That works out to a 46% discount that takes $82.99 off the price.

Sony just announced a slew of new and updated headphones, including the Sony WH-CH730N. But if you're not one to need the very latest tech, snagging a previous model can put you in line for get performance at a fraction of the price. That's 100% true today with the $97 sale price on the black Sony WH-CH720N headphones.

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A pair of headphones that combine comfort and great sound quality for under $100 is worth getting excited about. Top-of-the-line headphones these days push over $450 (looking at you, Sony XM6 and Apple Airpods Max). If that number feels unappealing, consider the Sony WH-CH720N.

Last year, Alex Bracetti's long-term review of the Sony WH-CH720N mentioned they're still one of his top picks after two years of use. While the noise-cancellation isn't as powerful as Sony's top offerings, it's impressive for a mid-range option that's currently on sale for a budget price. Battery life measures up to 50 hours or about 35 hours with ANC which is more than the Apple Airpods Max can say.

Before the sale price vanishes, snag the Sony WH-CH720N headphones while they're under $100 at Amazon. That's nearly 50% off the standard price and a heck of a deal for headphones that are comfortable enough to wear all day.

Spreadsheets are difficult to avoid, and a lot of what you have to do with them is pretty tedious: endless formatting, cleaning up data, and other repetitive tasks. And, worse yet, you often can't just throw AI at the problem—spreadsheets can contain information that you can't upload to Claude or ChatGPT because it is confidential, or even legally privileged.

SAVE $29.99: As of Sep. 8, get the Shark ChillPill for $120 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's a discount of 20%.

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We may be in the final throes of summer, but the heat still has us in its clutches. If even the thought of going outside makes you sweat, you might want something that can help stave off the high temperatures a bit: the Shark ChillPill. It's back down to a considerably more affordable price, which makes it a great time to buy now.

As of Sep. 8, get the Shark ChillPill for $120 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's $29.99 off and a discount of 20%.

SEE ALSO: You don't need Dyson money to tackle endless pet shedding — grab this cordless Shark pet vacuum for under $170

This sleek and stylish personal fan has 10 speeds and 10 noise levels so you can cool down wherever you are. It also has a misting option in case cooler air just won't do the job. It'll dry almost immediately, so you won't be splashed with water constantly, too. You can wear the fan, attach it to clothing or accessories, or just place it on a table or flat surface to keep you cool while you relax.

While a bit pricey for a personal fan, it's well worth picking up if you're experiencing high temperatures often or work out in the hot weather and need some relief. Mashable's Samantha Mangino reviewed the fan, calling it the most unique take on the personal fan that I've ever encountered." We called it one of our favorite gadgets so far this year as well, which makes it worth checking out.

If you're ready to beat the heat with a cool piece of tech while saving some cash, grab the Shark ChillPill while it's available at a lower price.

Streaming may have made physical media feel obsolete, but that doesn't mean there's no reason to start collecting Blu-rays. In fact, owning your favorite movies and shows on disc can still offer some major advantages, from better picture quality and reliable playback to the simple peace of mind that comes with actually owning what you want to watch. You also don't necessarily need to spend hundreds of dollars on a dedicated Blu-ray player to get started.

Android phones are packed with features, but not every one of them is worth keeping enabled. In fact, some can be downright annoying. Here’s a list of settings I always turn off to make my phone work better for me.

Last year, we said the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones were still surprisingly good by 2025 standards, but this year, Sony's done us one better.

For the first time in the history of the WH-1000X line, Sony is updating an older pair of flagship headphones with a second generation: the Sony WH-1000XM4C headphones. Priced at $299.99, these are an alternative to the current $450 XM6 flagships, while offering some upgrades on their older counterpart that bring them firmly into the 2026 market.

Budget-friendly offerings don't stop there. Sony also announced the WH-CH730N headphones, the latest generation of the mid-range line, which will retail for $179.99, and the even more affordable WH-CH530, which goes for $69.99. Both headphones are available for purchase as of Sept. 7. In addition to the standard rollout, Sony will also offer special limited Hello Kitty editions of these two headphones, alongside a Hello Kitty edition for the XM6 headphones.

SEE ALSO: The 12 best headphones of 2026: We tested the top contenders from Sony, Apple, Bose, and Beats

Below, find everything you need to know about all the new Sony launches.

Sony WH-1000XM4C headphones: Price, specs, where to buy The new colorway for the XM4C headphones will only be available at Amazon and Sony's website. Credit: Sony

In the early 2020s, the original Sony XM4 headphones were the headphones on social media. Sony noticed their popularity, particularly among younger users, and thus decided to bring back the magic with the Sony WH-1000XM4C.

At $299.99, they're cheaper than the premium flagship options (which on average are $450), and even $60 less than Bose's new mid-range option.

Noise cancellation-wise, they house the same QN1 processor and four-microphone system as the first-generation headphones, so you can expect the same performance there. However, Sony upped the sound quality with a 10-band equalizer (compared to the first gen's five bands), an updated sound profile, and a gaming equalizer preset. Like the originals, they also feature folding ear cups. They do take a slight battery life hit, offering 27 hours of playback to the first generation's 30 hours.

The headphones will be available later this fall at Sony, Amazon, and Best Buy.

Sony WH-1000XM4C $299.99 at Best Buy
  Pre-order Here at Best Buy Pre-order Here at Sony Pre-order Here at Amazon Sony WH-CH730N: Price, specs, where to buy Mid-range headphones, look out. Credit: Sony

The Sony WH-CH730N sit at a more affordable price point of $179.99. While the noise cancellation and sound quality won't be quite as the same level as Sony's more expensive options, these headphones still pack a punch.

They offer 50 hours of battery life with active noise cancellation on, foldable ear cups for easy portability, custom equalizer settings, and multipoint connection. Plus, for less than $200, they're a pretty solid value. Their predecessor, the WH-CH720N, were a favorite sub-$200 pick of Mashable's.

The WH-CH730N are available as of Sept. 7 at Amazon and Sony in five colorways: black, white, pink, blue, and oat.

Sony WH-CH730N $179.99 at Amazon
  Shop Now at Amazon Shop Now at Best Buy Shop Now at Sony Sony WH-CH530: Price, specs, where to buy Sony's budget line is all about pops of color. Credit: Sony

Updates reached even Sony's most affordable line of headphones. The Sony WH-CH530 are available as of Sept. 7 for $69.99 at Amazon and Sony.

Mashable has long been a fan of the WH-CH520, which you can often find on sale for $50 or less. Note: these headphones do not come with ANC. The CH-530 improve on the past generation by bumping the 50-hour battery life up to 55 hours, adding a 10-band equalizer and gaming equalizer preset, and adding AI noise reduction to the mic for improved call quality.

The headphones are available in six colors: black, cobalt, white, pink, mint, and coral.

Sony WH-CH530 $69.99 at Amazon
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Sony has one final surprise: For a limited time during the holiday season, Hello Kitty editions of the WH-1000XM6, WH-CH730N, and WH-CH530 will be available, featuring a unique colorway and case design.

These editions aren't available just yet, but you can sign up to be notified as soon as preorder information goes live.

I am not the biggest fan of Samsung’s software, but the one app I’ve always liked is Good Lock. Recently, I switched to a Galaxy phone again, and I used the excellent customization suite in a place that I’ve never tried before: the home screen.

Although there are already real-world examples of jobs being replaced by AI, the jury is still out slightly on the overall impact artificial intelligence will have on the job market — and which jobs could be AI proof.

Responding to an audience question on this exact topic in the behind-the-scenes clip below, Daily Show host Josh Johnson speaks about the technology's creative limitations.

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"I'm not necessarily afraid of AI in what I do as far as performance. I think it's been already very well said that, like, the things people do for connection and for real experiences, AI can't replace," says Johnson. "Obviously someone could 'lose' their job to AI, which isn't really true — someone gave your job to AI. Like, the AI didn't come in the room, with legs, you know what I mean?"

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"The thing that AI does to people that I don't feel like anyone talks about, because I think it is embarrassing: Having the entire world of possibility mixed up in the internet for like A and B testing, and for mixing and matching everything that should be copyrighted; Having all of the human history that has been digitized and stolen, only reveals to you how few ideas you really have. You know what I mean?" Johnson continues.

"When you are sitting in front of a thing that's like, this is a text to image AI, right? Type in anything you want, I'll give you an image of it? First five minutes you're probably pumping out stuff that seems funny, fun, I'll show somebody this, whatever. After an hour you're like, 'Oh, I don't know what I would do with this.' But this thing only exists because of the ideas that we have, so it's a vicious cycle that doesn't really go anywhere. And so I think that when the bubble pops, it won't be in some dramatic way where employers are like, 'We're hiring everybody back because we were wrong.' I think it will just quietly be people realising that it is a tool, but it is not a replacement, you know? So I don't worry about it in that way."

TL;DR: Unveiled on the show floor at IFA Berlin 2026, the Noise Master Buds Open combine an ergonomic, clip-on design with "Sound by Bose" audio tuning. Built for people who want solid music performance without blocking out ambient traffic or office chats, these open-ear buds officially roll out in late September 2026.

If you've ever tried running outside or walking through a busy city with heavy active noise cancellation on, you know the struggle: total isolation is great until you almost step in front of a cyclist. That’s where the open-ear trend comes in. Unveiled at IFA Berlin 2026, the Noise Master Buds Open mark the brand's first venture into clip-on, open-ear audio.

Instead of jamming silicon tips inside your ear canal, these rest around your outer ear using a clip. So you get to stream your favorite playlists or take work calls on the go while remaining naturally aware of ambient sounds — whether that’s cars on a busy street, train station announcements, or a coworker asking a question across the room.

Open-ear headphones often face one major critique: they can sound a bit thin because they don't form a tight seal inside your ear canal. To tackle that, Noise partnered directly with audio titan Bose to engineer the acoustic setup.

With Bose handling the sound profile, these buds give you clean, balanced audio without completely tuning out the real world. As Noise cofounder Amit Khatri put it during the reveal, "Open-ear listening is emerging as an important category globally, and we believe consumers should not have to choose between great sound and awareness of their surroundings."

SEE ALSO: Snag Soundcore Sleep A30 Special sleep earbuds for less than $170 at Amazon post-Labor Day — Save $61

This launch rounds out Noise's flagship "Master Series," so they now offer every major style you could want — from traditional in-ear buds to over-ear headphones, and now these open-ear clip-ons. They're built specifically for multi-taskers who need to jump between work calls, playlists, and real-world chats all day without pulling their earbuds out.

The Noise Master Buds Open hit shelves in late September 2026, with official pricing and full specs landing right before launch.

TL;DR: The Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G5 (G50F) QHD gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $169.99, down from its $279.99 list price.

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Getting into 180Hz gaming doesn't necessarily mean you need to spend OLED-levels of money, especially when one of Samsung's most affordable Odyssey monitors has gotten a huge price cut once again.

As of Sept. 8, the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G5 (G50F model) is available on Amazon for $169.99 as part of a limited-time deal. That's $110 below its $279.99 list price, which equals a 39 percent savings on the QHD gaming monitor. 

Amazon is handling both the sale and shipping itself, with free delivery showing for Sept. 9 at the time of writing; this new deal is only 99 cents off its lowest-ever price, which Mashable confirmed when checking the price tracker camelcamelcamel. 

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Rather than stretching 1440p across a larger panel, this G50F fits its 2560x1440 resolution into a 27-inch Fast IPS screen. Samsung rates QHD at 1.7 times the pixel density of Full HD, while the panel's 178-degree viewing angle is designed to maintain clear colors across a wider viewing angle. 

With that, you’ll be comfortable no matter what when catching up on single-player games like Crimson Desert or multiplayer hits like Roblox.

What’s more, with the pairing of a 180Hz refresh rate with a 1ms GtG response time, you’ll even be equipped for the most fast-paced games like Fortnite and League of Legends. NVIDIA G-Sync compatibility and AMD FreeSync are included as well, syncing compatible graphics hardware with the display to reduce tearing and choppy-looking frames.

I consider myself a Windows power user these days, but I wasn't always. I can remember when the command line seemed like something programmers used, and I stayed out of it unless I absolutely had to. Even now, opening Windows Terminal and seeing a blinking cursor can make what you're about to do feel more complicated than it really is.

TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit Gift Bundle is on sale for $158 at Amazon, down from its $199.99 typical price.

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The Hobbit’s pricier Gift Bundle has finally taken a big price drop away from its original $200 mark, with Amazon marketplace sellers bringing the trading card game’s Middle-earth collection much closer to $150. 

As of Sept. 8, the Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit Gift Bundle can be picked up on Amazon for $158 from third-party seller Scouts Store. Against Amazon’s $199.99 typical price, that works out to $41.99 off, or roughly 21 percent. 

Alternatively, if you want slightly faster delivery, there’s also Amazon’s own $163.60 listing, which is sold and shipped directly by the retailer itself. 

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There’s quite a bit packed into this titular gift bundle. You’re getting nine 14-card Play Boosters alongside one 15-card Collector Booster, with the latter containing five cards of Rare rarity or higher and a chance at a Headliner Mythic. Altogether, that gives you 10 sealed Hobbit boosters to crack before counting the extras. 

Those extras include an alternate-art Traditional Foil promo, four Surge Foil full-art Seasonal Hobbit lands, 10 full-art Middle-earth Journey lands split between foil and non-foil versions, another 20 basic lands, an oversized Spindown life counter, and a foil storage box. 

It is worth checking elsewhere before buying, though. Walmart currently lists the same Gift Bundle for $130.98, while TCGplayer’s listings are going as low as $121.88 — which is only 18 cents above its $121.70 market price. 

SAVE OVER $30: As of Sept. 8, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for $49.99 at Amazon. Compared to its full price of $84.99, you're saving $35 with this deal.

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Amazon's Fire TV Sticks were among many of the company's items that recently saw a price hike, though Labor Day sales have offered a nice opportunity for shoppers to grab them at much lower prices. If you've had your eyes on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, that's still on sale at Amazon, though not for much longer.

As of Sept. 8, shoppers can still pick up the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $49.99 at the retailer, instead of its newly increased list price of $84.99, though that deal is only available through the rest of today. A countdown timer on the store page shows there's less than 24 hours to act on this offer, so be quick to pick it up and save before the price climbs back up.

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And with so many exciting new shows to stream this fall, it's a perfect time to grab the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, too. This little device supports 4K Ultra HD resolution, alongside Dolby Vision and HDR10+, so you can enjoy bright, vibrant, and detailed picture quality on your screen. To make viewing feel even more immersive, it even supports Dolby Atmos audio, which is a real treat for the ears. And with 16GB of storage, you have plenty of space for your favorite apps.

Alongside its audio and visual capabilities, it supports WiFi 6E, so you can enjoy smoother streaming. Plus, it comes with the Fire TV Ambient Experience, which works a bit like the fancy Samsung The Frame TVs by letting you display art and photos on your screen when you're not watching anything.

The timer is already counting down on this deal, so act fast to save on the Fire TV Stick 4K Max at Amazon before this discount runs out.

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SAVE $50: As of Sept. 8, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale at Amazon for $199, down from their typical $249 list price. That’s a 20% discount on our Mashable Choice award-winning noise-canceling earbuds.

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With Apple hiking prices across Macs and iPads lately because of the massive memory chip shortage, finding any Apple deal feels like a huge win. So when Apple's flagship earbuds get a steep price drop right out of the gate, it's worth paying attention to. As of Sept. 8, the Apple AirPods Pro 3 are down to $199 at Amazon. That’s a $50 drop from their usual $249 price tag.

The AirPods earned a near-perfect 4.75 rating and a Mashable Choice Award in our testing. Reviewer Adam Doud brought them along to a noisy tech conference in Maui, noting that popping them in created a "personal cone of silence" that completely erased background chatter and ocean waves.

Apple essentially doubled the active noise-cancellation power over the Pro 2s. Unlike cheaper buds that only muffle predictable, steady hums, these do an extraordinary job of shutting down sudden, jarring noises like loud voices.

The Pro 3 features built-in heart rate sensors that log workout metrics directly into your iPhone's Fitness app, live translation capabilities, and five sizes of foam-infused tips for a tighter seal. Battery life gets a huge boost to eight hours on a single charge with ANC on, and while Adam was annoyed by the lack of custom EQ controls in iOS, he loved the default, well-balanced sound profile.

You won't find a better pair of everyday wireless buds for $199 — grab your pair of AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon before stock runs out.

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