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Apple debuted its affordable MacBook Neo earlier this month. For more than a decade, the company's laptops have been difficult to repair due to glued-down batteries, soldered ports, and layers of adhesive tape. It turns out that the MacBook Neo is a very different story. A teardown video shared by Australian YouTuber repair channel Tech Re-Nu shows the entry-level notebook from the brand being completely disassembled in just six minutes.

The Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge came out a decade ago. While the two have nothing on the brand-new Galaxy S26 family when it comes to computing power, hardware specs, or camera quality, there are still more than a few areas where the Galaxy S26 falls behind its ten-year-old cousin.

With most TikTok FYPs already brimming with podcast clips, it's clear the social media company is now trying to break into the genre.

On Friday, the company is launching the TikTok Podcast Network and a new platform called TikTok Radio. Both projects are working with iHeartMedia to help fill out the audio-first content. The idea behind TikTok Radio is, basically, an FYP for, well, radio and podcasts.

SEE ALSO: TikTok is using Charli XCX's 'House' better than "Wuthering Heights"

Wrote TikTok in a press release:

"TikTok Radio captures the speed and cultural momentum of the For You feed in real time, blending trending music with commentary from TikTok creators and established iHeartRadio personalities. The station will broadcast live for the first time on March 13 from SXSW, and will be available on the free iHeartRadio app and across 28 broadcast stations nationwide, including New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Nashville, Miami, and more."

The TikTok Podcast Network, meanwhile, also launches on Friday with a lineup of creators enlisted to start pods. Among those creators were Lele Pons, Carter Gregory, and Caroline Vazzana. The idea is to give fans deeper insight into their favorite creators.

Here's a breakdown of the five long-form podcasts launching with the TikTok Podcast Network:

• The Set List: Hosted by media personality, music executive, host, and cultural tastemaker Carter Gregory (@thecarterb), The Set List takes listeners into the backstage spaces where culture is being created for intimate conversations with top artists and creatives, giving fans new insight into the creative DNA behind their work.

• Suite 305 with Lele Pons: Hosted by multihyphenate and social media star Lele Pons (@lelepons), listeners will step into the world’s most unfiltered slumber party. Suite 305 is where the people who shape culture finally get to be themselves.

• Caroline’s Closet: Hosted by fashion editor, author, and personality Caroline Vazzana(@cvazzana), Caroline is drawing back the curtain on the fashion industry and giving listeners a front row seat. 

• Sports Slice: Hosted by Tim Martin (@timbosliceoflife12), Sports Slice is where the biggest stories in sports get cut down and served with loud takes, real conversations, and absolutely no safe picks. 

• The Clifford Show: Hosted by former college football player turned viral sports creator Clifford Taylor IV (@clifford), The Clifford Show is your VIP pass to the hustle and grind of making it in sports and in media. 

"We couldn’t be more excited to launch TikTok Radio and introduce our inaugural slate of hosts for the TikTok Podcast Network," said Dan Page, global head of media and licensing partnerships at TikTok, in a statement.

"At TikTok, empowering creators to turn their passions into lasting careers is core to everything we do, and this partnership unlocks powerful new opportunities for them to expand their voices across radio, podcasts, and live moments, while connecting with fans in new ways."

Stay strong, the weekend is here—and that means more homelab projects! This weekend, you should get a Jellyfin server going, set up Syncthing for backups, and even deploy Speedtest Tracker—you’ll thank me later.

SAVE $15.09: Apple AirTags is on sale for $13.91 at Amazon, down from the list price of $29. That marks a new record-low price at Amazon. If they're sold out at Amazon, check Walmart which is also offering the $13.91 sale price.

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Sometimes it's the simple things that make life so much easier. Bluetooth trackers fall into the category of items we're not sure how we lived without. If you could use a few extra Apple AirTags, today's your lucky day because they've never been this affordable.

As of March 12, Amazon is selling single Apple AirTags for $13.91, marked down from the list price of $29. That works out to a massive 52% discount or a savings of $15.09 per tracker, which is the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon. This deal has been coming in and out of stock, so if it's sold out at Amazon, check on stock at Walmart where they're also $13.91.

SEE ALSO: Attention Apple fans: The brand new M5 MacBook Air already has its first discount

In case you haven't heard, Apple has a new version of the AirTag. Sure, it comes with improved performance but the first generation saved us from losing luggage, pets, and car keys. Plus, the sale price of $13.91 makes for a damn compelling reason to stock up. Each 2nd Gen Apple AirTag is sitting at full price of $29, so today's deal on the previous model basically makes these buy one, get one free.

With spring break travel starting soon, this is great timing to grab some extra AirTags. Keep in mind stock has been fluctuating with this epic sale price, so check Amazon and Walmart to make sure you're scoring this new record-low price.

Running a NAS is becoming a popular pastime, and part of the appeal is that you can get out of paying for a cloud storage subscription for the rest of eternity. At least, that's the idea, but what about the reality?

SAVE $400: As of March 12, get the Growatt Helios portable power station for just $1,199. That's $400 off the power station's $1,599 list price.

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Portable power stations are essential devices whether you spend most of your time indoors or outside. Not only can it serve as a back-up power source in the case of an emergency power outage, but it can also accompany you on all your adventures. If you're headed out on a camping or RV trip this summer, a power station might just be the companion you need for keeping your devices charged.

If you're looking for a great power station, let us steer you in the direction of the Growatt Helios portable power station. As of March 12, it's on sale at Amazon, saving you $400 on its $1,599 list price. That brings it down to $1,199 for 25% off. It's not quite the power station's lowest-ever price of $1,099, but it's close.

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The Growatt Helios portable power station with 3,600W output and 3.6kWh. Let us translate that. It can power heavy duty devices including air conditioners and refrigerators. When fully charged, the Growatt Helios generator can power your fridge for 24 to 72 hours. It supports USB, DC, and AC power so you can charge multiple devices at once. Plus, you can power it up fast with solar.

Get the Growatt Helios Portable Power Station at Amazon for $1,199.

For decades, PivotTables have been the undisputed king of data summarization in Excel. But as useful as they can be, they've always felt like an "app-within-an-app." They live in their own layer, have their own quirky menus, and don't always play nice with the rest of your formulas.

SAVE $49: As of March 12, the brand new Apple MacBook Air (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) is on sale for the first time in both the 13-inch and 15-inch models. Get the 13-inch for $1,049.99 (reg. $1,099) and the 15-inch for $1,249.99 (reg. $1,299).

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The brand new Apple M5 MacBook Air officially has its first discount. It made its formal debut just yesterday, March 11, and is already on sale in both the 13-inch and 15-inch varieties.

The starting price for the M5 MacBook Air is $1,099 for the 13-inch model and $1,299 for the 15-inch model. Both base models feature 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. As of March 12, you can knock $49.01 off each laptop, bringing the starting price down to just $1,049.99 or $1,249.99. Sure, that's not a huge discount. But considering the base models are already technically $100 cheaper than their predecessors, that's pretty sweet value.

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So what's new about these laptops? Honestly, not a whole lot. Obviously, the M5 chip is a step up from the previous generation's M4 chip. They now have the same wildly fast processor as the 14-inch MacBook Pro from last fall. They also start with more base storage, are configurable with up to 4TB (up from 2TB) for the first time, and have added Apple's N1 wireless chip to bring support for WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6.

Otherwise, the new M5 MacBook Air is largely the same as the M4 MacBook Air — same 60Hz Liquid Retina display, 12MP Center Stage webcam, dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, and 18-hour battery life. While that's not necessarily a bad thing (we loved the M4 Air), it certainly makes it a non-essential upgrade unless you're rocking a MacBook that's a few generations old. Still, there's no denying what a great value the laptop is, particularly now that it's $49 cheaper in both sizes.

Hybrid vehicles promise lower fuel costs and improved efficiency, but they often come with a higher purchase price than their gasoline-only counterparts. For many buyers, that raises a simple but important question: will the fuel savings eventually make up for the extra money spent upfront? The answer depends on several factors, including fuel prices, driving habits, and the efficiency gap between hybrid and non-hybrid models.

SAVE $300: As of March 12, get the Samsung 32-inch OLED M9 smart monitor for $1,299.99 at Amazon. It's marked down about 20% at Amazon, saving you $300 off its $1,599.99 list price.

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It might be time to upgrade your gaming setup. As much as you may love your gaming laptop, that crook in your neck from hunching over it may be saying otherwise. For a better picture (and posture), bring in a monitor. If you want to go all out, look for a 4K OLED monitor. Although it'll be an investment, you can always find some savings to sweeten the deal.

As of March 12, shop the Samsung 32-inch OLED M9 smart monitor for $1,299.99. That saves you $300 off its $1,599.99 price tag. The 19% drop in price brings the monitor to its lowest price ever, but there are more savings to be had.

There are extra savings on Samsung monitors, TVs, and soundbars at Amazon. Right now, when you buy two qualifying items, save $100 with code BUYMORE, with savings maxing out at $500 off up to five qualifying items.

So, what's so special about the Samsung 32-inch OLED M9 smart monitor? Picture quality stuns on this monitor with OLED technology. Plus, you won't get bogged down with lag with a 165Hz refresh rate. This monitor, which is designed for gaming, doesn't necessarily need a PC or console to operate thanks to the Samsung Gaming Hub.

Shop the Samsung 32-inch OLED M9 smart monitor for $1,299.99 and save $300.

SAVE $44: As of March 12, the Renpho MorphoScan Nova Smart Scale is on sale for only $189.98 at Amazon. That's just shy of 20% off and its best price on record.

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There's a whole lot more to your health than just your body weight. If you need a little guidance along your health and fitness journey, there's tons of tech that can help you see the big picture — starting with a smart scale. The Renpho MorphoScan Nova Smart Scale gives you a breakdown of your full body composition and for a limited time, it's down to its best-ever price.

As of March 12, you can grab the Renpho MorphoScan Nova Smart Scale for only $189.98 at Amazon instead of $233.99. That's nearly 20% in savings and its best price on record. But you'll have to act fast to secure the savings. As a Lightning deal, this discount will disappear when the timer runs out.

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The Renpho Smart Scale uses eight high-sensitivity electrodes to track over 50 body metrics, including weight, body fat, muscle mass, BMI, and much more. All metrics will show on the 4.3-inch TFT display, as well as in the user-friendly Renpho app, which can sync up with Apple Health, Google Fit, and MyFitnessPal. The app supports unlimited user profiles and offers personalized health insights for each.

You'll get historical body data and detailed charts to help you track long-term metrics and get a better glimpse at the big picture, rather than dwelling on daily fluctuations. In other words, this is not for casual users.

The clock is running down, so act quick to score the Renpho MorphoScan Nova Smart Scale for its best price to date.

Bumble will soon test an AI dating experience called, simply, Dates.

Dates will be powered by Bee, a standalone product feature designed as a personal dating assistant and matchmaker, Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO, said during its Q4 2025 earnings call.

SEE ALSO: Bumble announces AI-powered Profile Guidance and Photo Feedback

As Bumble told Mashable, users will start using Dates with an onboarding conversation to discuss values, relationship goals, communication style, lifestyle, and dating intentions. These conversations, which will be with "Bee," will apparently be private and not shared on your profile. Users will also be able to control what elements of the conversation Bee uses to search for matches.

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Then, Bee will identify a highly-compatible profile and notify both users with a description of why they're a match. If the interest is mutual, the connection moves to a conversation.

"To fully recover and return to growth, we must focus on product and technology innovation, which is where our efforts are now," Wolfe Herd said during Bumble's earnings call. Bumble's total revenue and paying users had decreased year over year (14 percent and 21 percent, respectively) compared to Q4 2024.

Wolfe Herd said that since the start of this year, she's been spending 90 percent of her days with the tech and product teams "reimagining what finding love looks like in the era of AI."

"We are rearchitecting the entire Bumble experience from start to finish," she said. Bumble can't use its legacy tech stack (the set of technologies that together build an app), so it's building a new, cloud-native tech stack with a targeted launch in Q2. Wolfe Herd said it's not just a backend upgrade, but a fully new platform coming.

Wolfe Herd also acknowledged the burnout and disillusionment with dating apps as of late. "Daters across the industry are dissatisfied with being reduced to images and potentially dismissed with a swipe," she said. "Bumble 2.0 introduces a chapter-based structure designed to help members tell their stories more authentically and understand one another more deeply."

SEE ALSO: App fatigue is real. I tested the best dating apps of 2026 to find the ones that really work.

She said the AI prioritizes fewer, more relevant matches over volume, combats swipe fatigue, and helps members move towards real-world connections.

The beta of Dates is launching soon, and future iterations are expected to incorporate date suggestions and anonymous feedback. Bumble already launched some AI features, Profile Guidance and Photo Feedback, last month.

Back in 2024, Wolfe Herd discussed an AI-powered dating concierge that would basically date for you, so it's unsurprising that the app is taking this direction.

Other major dating apps, particularly Tinder and Hinge, have also added AI features in the last few years. Tinder is also reportedly testing an AI matchmaker, while Hinge's latest AI feature helps start better conversations. Hinge's founder, Justin McLeod, left the app last year to launch an AI dating service called Overtone.

Popular YouTuber JerryRigEverything tore down the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, performing one of the most fun and anticipated tests of the new, premium phone.

JerryRigEverything took an extended look at the guts of the new phone and found that Samsung neglected to make a big deal of an upgraded camera system. Still, as most tech products go these days, the Galaxy S26 Ultra seems to be an incremental upgrade over previous models.

JerryRigEverything called it a "decent upgrade over last year, but I still wouldn't rush out to buy a new one if you have a phone that was made in the last two or three years."

In his review of the phone, Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth wrote that the S26 Ultra was a very good smartphone, mostly aimed at power users.

He wrote: "Still, for dedicated Android users — or anyone who loves big phones and hates Liquid Glass — the S26 Ultra is worth the investment. If you're a professional creator, an AI superuser, or a developer who can make the most of the snappy Qualcomm processor, then I think you'll be very happy."

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Keen Pokémon TCG collectors hunting for affordable Ascended Heroes packs have another solid option right now, thanks to Walmart quietly lowering the price on one of the expansion’s smaller collections.

As of March 12, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker Collection is available for just over $32 at Walmart, undercutting Amazon’s current $37.98 listing by roughly $5. The collection is shipped as a randomly selected Charmander or Gastly edition, which means you won’t know exactly which promo card you’re getting until it arrives. 

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Each Tech Sticker Collection comes with one foil promo card featuring either Charmander or Gastly, along with a themed tech sticker sheet spotlighting Charmander and Mega Charizard Y or Gastly and Mega Gengar. On top of that, you’ll also get three booster packs from the Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes expansion, each containing the usual 10 Pokémon trading cards.

This is the best way to get Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes boosters at a half-decent price. Individually, Ascended Heroes booster packs cost $18.97 at Walmart and $24.99 at Amazon. Comparatively, this Ascended Heroes Tech Sticker collection means you’re only paying $10.75 per pack, saving you $8.24 compared to buying them on their own.  

For other Pokémon TCG deals, consider the Perfect Order Booster Box price cuts at Amazon and Walmart. What’s more, the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Bundle is still available to preorder at Amazon for $59.99. 

Apple turns 50 on Apr. 1, 2026, and the celebration start with a letter.

The company's CEO Tim Cook published a letter on Thursday titled "50 years of thinking different" on Apple's website. "Fifty years ago in a small garage, a big idea was born. Apple was founded on the simple notion that technology should be personal, and that belief — radical at the time — changed everything," he wrote.

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Cook's celebratory letter focuses on Apple's roots as a company that aims to "think different," and one that focuses on improving people's lives. Though it doesn't mention co-founder Steve Jobs by name, it ends with one of his quotes: "the people crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do."

In a separate post on Apple's website, the company revealed a little bit on how it plans to celebrate this occasion (the celebration was first hinted at by Cook himself when he addressed employees at an internal Apple meeting).

"In the coming weeks, Apple and its global community will celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, recognizing the creativity, innovation, and impact that people around the world have made possible with Apple technology."

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While that doesn't tell us much (except, perhaps, that the celebration will stretch over a period of time), it is in the company's spirit to never spill the beans on anything that's coming, even if it's just a birthday party.

"While Apple is known for looking forward, this milestone offers a special moment to reflect on the journey that has brought the company here, to celebrate the people and communities who have thought different with us, and to honor the enduring values that continue to guide our work," the post said.

Like 2012 Australian horror movie Bait, Netflix's upcoming film knows that tsunamis can be the least of your worries after a Category 5 hurricane.

Sharks (!) wash in with the tide in Thrash, the latest from writer-director Tommy Wirkola (Violent Night, Dead Snow). In the trailer above, we see the meat truck chum hit the floodwaters as stars Phoebe Dynevor, Djimon Hounsou, and Whitney Peak find themselves surviving wave after wave of natural forces.

Shark movie fans, this one's for you.

Thrash hits Netflix April 10.

Linux Mint is one of the most user-friendly Linux distros available, and by memorizing a few simple shortcuts, you can make it even better.

With billions of users worldwide, Instagram is arguably the most popular photo sharing platform. With the ability to share posts, reels, and 24-hour stories, Instagram allows everyone and anyone to share snippets of their lives. The top accounts on the platform, primarily belonging to celebrities, show just how much we love to see the daily goings-on in lives different from our own.

Ever wondered who holds the top spot for the most followers? Here are the 10 most-followed people on Instagram, according to Social Blade.

1. Cristiano Ronaldo – 672 million followers

The most followed person on Instagram is none other than Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. At the time of writing, Ronaldo has amassed a whopping 667 million followers. Unsurprisingly, his posts mostly theme around football and his current team, Al Nassr. Ronaldo also holds the record for most liked Instagram comment when he wrote on Kylian Mbappé's Real Madrid announcement post "my turn (to watch)."

2. Lionel Messi – 511 million followers

Sticking with the footballer theme, the second most followed account belongs to Inter Miami CF player, Lionel Messi. His account also features mostly football content, sharing glimpses into life on and off the pitch. His most liked post is a series of photos celebrating Argentina's 2022 FIFA World Cup win.

3. Selena Gomez – 415 million followers

Actress, musician, and founder of cosmetics brand Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez is up next on the list. She shares career highlights, Rare Beauty promotions, and glimpses into her daily life, making her one of the most-followed celebrities on the platform.

4. Kylie – 390 million followers

The first of the Jenner-Kardashian clan to feature is Kylie. As of March 30, she has amassed an unbelievable 393 million followers. Her posts regularly give us an insight into her life, her Kylie Cosmetics empire, and family life with her two adorable children. Kylie previously held the record for the most liked photo on Instagram, a picture of her newborn daughter Stormi. However, she later lost this position to a photo of an egg (yes, an egg...).

5. Dwayne Johnson – 390 million followers

If you need motivation, The Rock's Instagram is your go-to. Dwayne Johnson’s Instagram followers are given a regular insight into his fitness routine, movie projects, and personal life. He shares workout clips with the sets and reps listed out for you to try at home, if you're feeling brave.

6. Ariana Grande – 371 million followers

The star of recent Wicked fame is number 6 on our list. An incredible singer and actress, Ariana Grande also holds Instagram-follower fame. Recent content has, of course, been heavily influenced by the recent release of Wicked, with the Oscar-nominated actress sharing behind-the-scenes images with co-star Cynthia Erivo.

7. Kim Kardashian – 353 million followers

Kim Kardashian's Instagram account is as aesthetic as her. It's full of glimpses of her Skims brand, family life and various other collaborations. Fashion is definitely a strong theme of her posts, and you can expect some serious glam envy.

8. Beyoncé – 307 million followers

Another musician to make the list is Beyoncé. Hot off a successful awards season for her latest album, Cowboy Carter, Beyoncé's Instagram account is the perfect insight for fans. Posts regularly include her latest Levi's partnership, her new fragrance release, and of course, awards season success.

9. Khloé Kardashian – 299 million followers

Number 9 on the most followed list is Khloé Kardashian. Another insight into the Kardashian-Jenner family, Khloe's posts are primarily wholesome family shots.

10. Justin Bieber - 292 million followers

Justin Bieber takes the 10th spot on the most followed people on Instagram. The musician recently surprised fans with the release of another album, entitled Swag II.

An uninterruptible power supply, or UPS for short, seems like a great addition to a smart home that relies on a Home Assistant server. Despite the obvious upsides, a UPS isn’t a magic bullet, and your money may in fact be better spent elsewhere. Let me explain.