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What will be the song of the summer for 2025? Who else got 'em obsessed "like JENNIE?" Spotify has some ideas.

The audio streamer has made some big calls annually about which songs will rule the hot season, and on Tuesday, Spotify announced its predictions for the 30 songs of the summer.

SEE ALSO: Spotify’s AI DJ now takes requests

Listed not by ranking but alphabetically by artist first name, the 2025 "global songs of summer predictions" include WizTheMc, bees & honey, and Tyla's summery smash "Show Me Love," Charli xcx's TikTok favourite "party 4 u," Bad Bunny's superb "NUEVAYoL," Lady Gaga's Swift-like "How Bad Do U Want Me," and Ravyn Lenae's situationship ode “Love Me Not," among many more.

Here's the list:

Spotify's 2025 songs of the summer predictions

• “Ordinary” – Alex Warren

• “NUEVAYoL” – Bad Bunny

• “Super” by Bb trickz 

• “Mystical Magical” – Benson Boone

• “All The Way” – BigXthaPlug and Bailey Zimmerman

• “party 4 u” – Charli xcx 

• “My Darling” – Chella

• “With You” – Davido and Omah Lay

• “NOKIA” – Drake

• “YA BABA” – DYSTINCT and French Montana

• “Running Around” – Ely Oaks

• “Summer Sweat” – Hannah Cohen

• “like JENNIE” – JENNIE

• “Blue Strips” – Jessie Murph

• “Gnarly” – KATSEYE

• “How Bad Do U Want Me” – Lady Gaga

• “MUTT” – Leon Thomas

• “Dark Thoughts” – Lil Tecca

• “What Was That” – Lorde

• “Shake It To The Max (FLY) – Remix” – MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng, and Shenseea 

• “Say My Name – Remix” – Morgan Seatree and Florence + The Machine

• “What I Want” – Morgan Wallen and Tate McRae 

• “You’ll Be in My Heart – Spotify Singles” – NIKI 

• “Love Me Not” – Ravyn Lenae

• “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out” – ROLE MODEL

• “back to friends” – sombr

• “No One Noticed” – The Marías

• “Brunette” – Tucker Wetmore

• “La Plena – W Sound 05” – W Sound, Beéle, and Ovy On The Drums

• “Show Me Love (with Tyla)” – WizTheMc, bees & honey and Tyla 

Of course, Spotify has a playlist of all 30 summer predictions ready to go:

What do you think? Is your own personal song of the summer on Spotify's predictions list?

FWIW, my personal songs of the summer to be are Obongjayar's "Not in Surrender" and TOKiMONSTA, Anderson .Paak, Rae Khali's "On Sum," but it's not my list is it?

It's been many years since Jimmy Fallon failed to realise he was on a date with Nicole Kidman, opting instead to play video games when she visited his apartment. But the internet — and Isabela Merced — won't let him forget.

Appearing on The Tonight Show in the clip above, The Last of Us star used the host's comment about Naughty Dog's game to brutally segue back into the topic.

"That's gotta be one of the scariest computer games I've ever played in my life, The Last of Us," says Fallon.

"Was that the game you were playing when you bombed your date with Nicole Kidman?" responds Merced.

Fallon's reaction? "It's a pleasure meeting you, we're out of time."

SAVE $35: As of May 21, Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are on sale for $44.99 at Amazon. That's a 44% saving and the lowest they've ever been priced.

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If you're on the hunt for great earbuds, we've tracked down another amazing offer at Amazon. We're big fans of Soundcore earbuds at Mashable, and this latest deal makes them ever more appealing. As of May 21, the Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are down to their lowest-ever price, now just $44.99. Who can resist quality earbuds for under $50? Not us.

If you like quality noise cancellation, these are your new best friend. The Space A40 earbuds are basically designed for tuning out the world, no matter how intense the background noise is. And the best part is they adjust the noise cancelling automatically depending on where you are. They are able to detect external noises and automatically select a suitable level of noise cancellation for your surroundings.

SEE ALSO: Don't break the bank: The best budget earbuds, tested by our audio experts

You’ll get loads of battery life as well, vitally important for good earbuds. Enjoy up to 50 hours with the case, and a quick 10-minute charge gives you four more hours of listening time. And let's not forget about the sound quality: it is clear and punchy, despite the small size of these earbuds.

Music in, world out? Head to Amazon for this great offer.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

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SAVE $40: As of May 21, the DOSS SoundBox Pro+ is on sale for $49.99 at Amazon. That's a 44% saving on the list price.

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For an affordable Bluetooth speaker that doesn't sacrifice on sound, you can't go wrong with the DOSS SoundBox Pro+. A clever portable device, this model is ideal for music on the go, whether at a party or by the pool, the IPX6 waterproof rating will keep you on the go. And as of May 21, it is currently on sale at Amazon for almost half off. Reduced by 44%, it is now priced at just $49.99. A speaker this good for under $50? Yes please.

If volume is what you're after, look no further. The DOSS SoundBox Pro+ may be small, but it is seriously loud and bassy. It boasts two full-range drivers and dual passive radiators, so it produces 24W of clear, booming sound. Not quite enough for you? Press the bass boost button for some extra punch.

SEE ALSO: The best speakers in 2025

This model also has wireless stereo pairing. If you have more than one, you can pair two speakers for a full stereo setup. Think double the volume, perfect for your next outdoor party. It also has up to 15 hours of battery life, so it can keep going all day. But when it does run out, don't worry, the fast charging 80W SuperVOOC will get you back up and running in no time.

And of course, let's not forget the beat-synced lights that flash and pulse to your music, pretty cool.

Get this speaker in time for your next party. Head to Amazon to secure this low price.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case — $199.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Remote (2023 Model) — $29.99 (List Price $49.99)

• Blink Mini 2 Indoor Wireless 1080p Camera (2-Pack) — $37.99 (List Price $69.99)

• Kodak Mini 2 Retro Instant Photo Printer With 68 Sheets Bundle — $89.99 (List Price $139.99)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Sports Band) — $299.00 (List Price $399.00)

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 256GB Phone With $50 Amazon Gift Card (Pre-Order) — $1,099.99

• Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus (2021 Release) — $119.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro 8-in-1 Wi-Fi Smart Lock With Fingerprint ID — $139.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Aiper Scuba S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner (2024 Model) — $499.99 (List Price $699.95)

• Shark AV2511AE AI Robot Vacuum With XL Self-Empty Base — $349.99 (List Price $599.00)

We spend a lot of time fawning over the latest tech here at Mashable, and as much as we love nerding out over the latest Sony headphones drop, we know that's not always relatable. New tech is often expensive tech, and a nearly $500 pair of headphones is certainly not always in the budget. That's why we're here to talk about the best budget earbuds.

A pair of cheap earbuds is a compact alternative to over-the-ear headphones, but let's be clear, just because these earbuds are affordable, doesn't mean they skimp on features. Two of the best earbuds we've tested are nearly $300 — Apple AirPods Pro costs $249.95, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds come in at $299 — but we've found models for even less. You don't need to spend $300 on a pair of great earbuds; in fact, you don't even need to spend $100.

Among all the earbuds we've tested, which is an extensive list, these are the best budget earbuds.

What's considered budget?

Budget is a relative term, so for this list, we're looking at earbuds under $200 but mostly under $100. Our top pick here is the Bose QuietComfort which technically have an MSRP of $179, but they're frequently on sale for $149, and we've even seen them go as low as $129. While those top our list, most of the cheap earbuds in this guide cost under $100. Going the budget route might mean making compromises but not sacrifices. For under $100, you can still get active noise cancellation and self-charging cases.

Other models we've tested

The models on this list are pulled from our extensive testing here at Mashable. Our previous top pick on this list was the Apple AirPods 3; however, the AirPods 4 have replaced them, making them more expensive, plus they don't have great Android compatibility.

Another pair of headphones we considered for this list were the Skullcandy Method 360 ANC earbuds with sound by Bose. My colleague Bethany Allard tested these buds, and while they're pretty good for $100, they have a bad case design and just aren't that comfortable compared to other models on this list — plus, the $100 introductory price is expected to go up to $129.99.

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Design and comfort

Comparing the designs of the Oura Ring vs. Whoop is like comparing apples to oranges. Yes, they're both fitness trackers, but they wear in entirely different ways.

The Oura Ring looks like a classic gold band, far more inconspicuous than a smart watch. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

The Oura Ring takes the more innovative approach to fitness tracking as a smart ring. It looks like a simple gold band, but it is slightly thicker than most rings. Meanwhile, the Whoop is a screenless device that sits on your wrist with interchangeable bands. Both are distraction-free in design, with no screen on either, meaning you must use a smartphone to access your data, unlike Apple Watches or Fitbits.

The Whoop band design is not subtle. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

I measure comfort based on whether I even notice the device is there. While both are comfortable, the Whoop is more so. It's thin and out of the way, and I had no discomfort around it, especially overnight. The Oura Ring was mostly comfortable, but I noticed it more than the Whoop. Sometimes it would feel too tight and uncomfortable in the middle of the night. If you're worried about the comfort of the Oura Ring, buy a sizing kit and wear a sample size for 24 hours and see how it blends into your everyday wear.

But in terms of style, the Oura Ring is the cooler, more inconspicuous device. It can blend with the rest of your jewelry while the Whoop looks like a watch band minus the watch face.

Winner: Tie. While the Oura Ring is better for those concerned about style, the Whoop is more comfortable.

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Mobile app The Whoop home page feels cluttered compared to the Oura app. Credit: Screenshot: Whoop Oura's app delivers your health scores and daily summary as soon as you open the app. Credit: Screenshot: Oura

To sum up the differences between Oura and Whoop, just look at their app designs. Oura's app is thoughtfully laid out, with all of the important data front and center, paired with calming imagery. Whoop's app is less driven by aesthetics and shifts focus to health metrics and looking ahead to your next activity.

Oura's app has a row of calculated scores on the front page, followed by more detailed sleep data, heart rate, and cycle information. The Vitals and My Health tabs are succinct, delivering quick snapshots of information that can go more in-depth. What I don't love about the Oura app is that every time you open it, there's a slight delay while the data loads. Much of the calculations occur within the smart ring, so they require a moment to load, and it's preferable to Whoop's alternative.

Whoop requires that its app stays open in the background all the time, and in my weeks of testing, my phone battery took a hit from having the Whoop app always running. While you can close it completely, it will just take a moment for the data to load (like Oura's does), and you'll be berated with notifications to reopen the app.

My No. 1 enemy is this Whoop notification. Credit: Screenshot: Samantha Mangino

Otherwise, the app is solid, just occasionally glitchy. Whoop's graphics are less focused on aesthetics and put data front and center, focusing immediately on the improvements you need to make throughout the day. That being said, I do find Whoop's data challenging to parse through.

Winner: Oura Ring

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Sleep tracking The Whoop sleep graph is a little too technical to decipher. Credit: Screenshot: Whoop Oura's sleep graph clearly breaks down your sleep cycles. Credit: Screenshot: Oura

Whoop and Oura both provide excellent sleep tracking. Their accuracy is nearly identical. I compared one night's sleep, and they were about ten minutes off with similar calculations around my sleep cycles. Unsurprisingly, Oura has a better layout with its sleep data. Oura's graph is easier to read and extract data from, while Whoop's is just too technical. However, I generally prefer Whoop's sleep tracking.

Whoop gave me a much better score for my sleep than Oura did. Credit: Screenshot: Whoop Despite a pretty good night's sleep, Oura dinged my sleep score for my timing. Credit: Screenshot: Oura

Maybe it's because Whoop gave me a better sleep score, but I found Whoop's data to respond better to my habits. I'm a night owl, and as much as I've tried to adapt to an earlier bedtime, my body gets tired when it gets tired. Oura frequently reminded me to watch my timing and get to bed earlier, which didn't happen. On the other hand, Whoop learned my habits and suggested bedtimes that were feasible for my circadian rhythm. Meanwhile, Oura dinged my sleep score for not having an earlier bedtime.

Winner: Whoop

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Activity tracking Whoop's activity tracker has quite literally every activity you can imagine when it comes to both performance and recovery. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable Oura's activity list is slim compared to Whoop's but still extensive for a fitness tracker. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

As an Apple Watch user, I feel spoiled by my fitness tracker. I can start and stop workouts from my wrist without needing to pull out my smartphone. Unfortunately, both the Oura Ring and Whoop require you to pull out your phone to start workouts. Once you get past that, the activity tracking is pretty extensive, especially with Whoop.

Oura has a vast list of workouts, similar to Apple Fitness's. Plus, if you forget to start a workout, you can always add it later. Not to mention, Oura is pretty good at suggesting activities that you may have forgotten to track.

Whoop activity tracking is next-level. Not only do you have a list of workouts that include specific programs like "Barry's Bootcamp," but they also have subtle activities like baby wearing. In addition to strain-based activities, Whoop lists recovery activities you can log since the tracker is about your performance and recovery working together. However, some of Whoop's activities can feel a little invasive — who really needs to log "Cuddling with Child?"

Winner: Whoop

Oura Ring vs Whoop: Cycle Tracking

Both Oura Ring and Whoop feature cycle tracking, designed to provide hormonal insights to those who are menstruating, pregnant, or going through menopause. Whoop's hormonal insights are new to the device, coming to the brand's 5.0 and MG devices, which we've yet to test.

Oura has more experience with cycle tracking. It was fascinating to watch my skin temperature flux throughout my cycle, just as it reportedly would. I use a separate cycle tracking app, Clue, but I could have also logged symptoms through the Oura app. However, if you pay for Clue Premium, your data can be linked to the Oura app. Oura also works with the app Natural Cycles, which, for better or worse, has become the face of the non-hormonal birth control movement.

With the political climate, some users might have concerns about cycle tracking and data privacy, but Oura's website states: "Oura will oppose requests from legal authorities to access your data for surveillance or prosecution purposes, and we will fight to keep your health data out of the wrong hands."

Winner: Oura Ring

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Battery life and charging

Both Whoop and Oura have days-long battery life. The Oura Ring lasts about six to seven days, while the Whoop lasts about four days. Oura is quick to charge; I usually give it a quick charge while I shower, and don't need to charge it beyond that.

Whoop has a shorter battery life but a genius design. Its wireless battery pack slides onto the device and charges it while you wear it, allowing you to truly wear it 24/7. The new Whoop devices supposedly have 14-day battery lives. Since we've yet to test the Whoop 5.0 or MG trackers, we're sticking with Oura's battery life for now.

Winner: Oura Ring — for right now

Oura Ring vs. Whoop: Cost

Let's get into some math. Whoop and Oura are expensive and both require a membership to access health data. At face value, Oura Ring is more costly, but it's a better value in the long run.

An Oura Ring starts at $349 and ranges up to $499. It requires a membership to access its full features, which costs $5.99 a month or $69.99 annually.

Whoop, on the other hand, operates its devices solely based on membership. You pick your membership tier, and a device is included in it. The base membership — Whoop One — costs $199 for a one-year membership or $299 for a two-year membership.

If you choose the affordable models of each device, the Whoop is cheaper at first, costing just $299 for a two-year membership, while the Oura Ring costs $349 for the device and $69.99 for a year-long membership. The Whoop continues to be the more cost-effective device for six years. After six years with the device and yearly membership, the Oura Ring eventually becomes the better value.

Winner: Short term, Whoop. Long term, Oura Ring.

Our winner: One is for the super athlete, the other is for the everyman Are you looking to increase your athletic performance or just trying to develop some healthier habits? Your answer will help you decide if the Oura Ring or Whoop is right for you. Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

When you compare the Oura Ring and Whoop, there's no clear overall winner. After wearing them for several weeks, it's obvious that each is designed for a specific type of person.

Whoop is for athletes looking to maximize their performance through activity and recovery tracking. The device is comfortable to wear and, in the short term, more cost-effective.

Oura Ring is designed with the everyday person in mind, best for those trying to better understand their body and habits. It's also a less conspicuous tracker, blending into your everyday style. It has a superior app design that feels more holistic and less clinical compared to Whoop's. Plus, it's more expensive up front, but it's a better value in the long term.

So, which fitness tracker is right for you depends on which camp you fall into.

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SAVE $150: As of May 21, the OnePlus 13 is on sale for $849.99 at Best Buy. That's a 17% saving on the list price.

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Looking for a new smartphone? This latest Best Buy deal on the OnePlus 13 has catch our eye, and we think it'll catch yours too. We even gave it over four stars in our review earlier this year.

As of May 21, this popular smartphone is reduced by 17% at Best Buy, now down to just $849.99. This deal is for the 512GB model and is available in two colors, midnight ocean and black eclipse.

SEE ALSO: Google debuts AI-powered Android XR smart glasses at Google I/O

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The RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, which takes place in May every year, is a fun 13.1-mile course. You spend the first half battling hills in the shade and beauty of Prospect Park, only to swap that for a new challenge during the second half of the race — the ease of a relatively low-grade downhill trek on the shadeless, hot Ocean Parkway. The race's relaxed hill promises a PR for many runners, while the daunting heat dusts other runners into a PW. Last year, I hit the former; this year, the latter.

For many runners, myself included, tech is particularly important for a race like this. You depend on your headphones to keep music alive and you motivated during the last few miles; you depend on your watch to tell you exactly how many miles you have left; you depend on your massage gun to save your muscles once you finally get home.

Mashable caught up with a few folks running the race — or in charge of the race's success — to see what tech they use to train and run the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Personally, I used my Apple Watch (which died on me as soon as the race ended), Strava, Spotify, and a pair of Plantronics wireless running headphones I purchased in 2019 that are still, somehow, my go-to running headphones.

Alan Bersten Alan Bersten at the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Credit: Courtesy / New York Road Runners

Bersten, the professional dancer you might recognize from Dancing with the Stars, used this race to raise money for the New York Road Runners (NYRR)Team for Kids, a charity that supports NYRR's free youth and community programs. It was his first-ever race, but he came prepared with a Garmin "mainly because I saw a bunch of videos on TikTok saying that Apple Watch wasn't accurate."

For what it's worth, when Mashable compared the Garmin Fenix 8 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the Fenix came out on top with battery life, an important quality for long races.

SEE ALSO: Garmin Fenix 8 vs. Apple Watch Ultra 2: The Fenix wins big on battery life

He also uses the Runna app, which was just acquired by Strava, to track his runs. He listens to tunes while running using Apple Music and SHOKZ, although he admits you can "barely hear the music," a common complaint from SHOKZ users because it uses bone conduction instead of typical in-ear speakers.

To recover, he uses a Theragun and Normatec boots, compression boots intended to enhance blood circulation, reduce muscle soreness, and speed up recovery time, "which are amazing."

Matt James Matt James at the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Credit: Courtesy / New York Road Runners

James, the titular bachelor from Season 25 of The Bachelor, has finished the TCS New York City Marathon four times, but this was his first-ever RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon.

He uses the Coros global watch "at all times," but especially while running. On his phone, you'll find the Strava app, Endorphins app, the Coros Global app for his watch, and Spotify "for the vibes." He rolls out with a lacrosse ball (pretty low-tech) and loves a "good session in the sauna and cold plunge," but he also uses the Hyperice Normatec recovery boots. His latest obsession? JLab headphones.

Meris Pena

Meris Pena works with NYRR Striders, a free walking and fitness program for older adults. For this race, though, she wasn't walking — although she doesn't need much tech, even when she's running.

Pena doesn't use headphones when she runs because she's "having fun on [her] own." She wants to "feel the love of the [running] community." She has a Garmin but doesn't use it much. What she absolutely does love — and needs — is a low-tech app called Stepz, which she likes as a pedometer.

NYRR CEO Rob Simmelkjaer Matt James, center, with NYRR CEO Rob Simmelkjaer, left, at the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Credit: Courtesy / New York Road Runners

Simmelkjaer, the CEO of NYRR, didn't run the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon this year, but he did ensure everyone else could, and he spends a lot of time running. His daughter gifted him a Garmin for his birthday last year, and he "absolutely loves it." Before that, he was using an Apple Watch, and while he says they "both have benefits for sure," he appreciates Garmin's superior battery life.

He uses Bose headphones to listen to Pandora while he runs because he "likes to be surprised sometimes" by the music Pandora puts on. He syncs his Garmin to his Strava account and always uses it to track his runs. He also uses the Runna app, which he says helped get him through training for a successful Berlin Marathon last fall.

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Dalto, a running content creator @pursuitofperformance__, successfully (!) attempted a personal record when he ran the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. To get there, he used his Garmin watch and tracked his runs on Strava.

If he listens to music or podcasts on runs, he uses SHOKZ, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, but you can often find him running without anything plugged into his ears. He also uses Lingo for continuous glucose monitoring. The two pieces of tech he absolutely had to have to run the half marathon? His Garmin watch and iPhone.

Patina Miller Patina Miller at the RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon. Credit: Courtesy / New York Road Runners

Miller, a Tony-award winning actor and singer who runs with Define New York Run Club, is "obsessed" with her Coros products: the Global Watch, Coros Pod 2, Coros heart rate monitor, and the Coros App, V.O2, which her coach uses to track her data for better performance. Of course, she also uses Strava. To recover, she uses a low-tech roller, along with the Normatec compression gear and a Theragun massage gun.

She says she predominantly uses Beats for running but occasionally switches to SHOKZ OpenRun headphones.

Chinese EV manufacturer XPENG will introduce its X9 electric car to numerous countries all over the world this year, however the U.S. remains a notable exception. Mashable recently got to check out XPENG's souped-up 2025 flagship car at their global launch event in Hong Kong, and it's a real shame that American drivers won't get to experience it.

Slipping into the supple leather driver's seat of the X9, I can't deny that it felt luxurious. Measuring over 17 feet long, the seven-seater seems almost excessive in the amount of room it affords its passengers, yet still has a spacious trunk.

The XPENG X9 has a large screen for navigation. Credit: XPENG Left: The X9's third row of seats can fold completely down to create significant storage space, Credit: XPENG Right: Credit: XPENG Left: It'd probably be pretty easy to go knee deep in this passenger seat. Credit: XPENG Right: Credit: XPENG So much room for activities. Credit: XPENG

The X9 seems opulent in features as well, including a 21.4-inch ceiling-mounted screen to entertain rear passengers, a storage box that can either refrigerate your food or keep it warm, an air conditioning system that wraps around the entire vehicle, a 23-speaker audio system, and ambient lighting. 

The X9's 21.4-inch ceiling-mounted screen should keep kids entertained. Credit: XPENG An easily accessible compartment can keep food cool or warm. Credit: XPENG The car has air conditioning vents throughout. Credit: XPENG The ambient lighting is a vibe. Credit: XPENG

My phone automatically began to wirelessly charge when I dropped it into the cradle designated to my seat, though I quickly picked it back up again to operate the Chinese-language touch screen by looking at it through my Google Translate app. The seats' massage function was an unexpected novelty as well, though even the hardest setting felt too soft for my preference.

I loved these phone charging cradles — no messing with wires or MagSafe holders. Credit: XPENG The X9 has a large navigation screen right up front. Credit: XPENG The XPENG X9's two middle seats reclined for a relaxing ride. Credit: XPENG The X9's seat controls are extensive. Credit: XPENG

Unfortunately I didn't get to drive the X9 myself, so can't speak as to how it handles. However, I can say that it appears to offer a comfortable throne for a passenger princess. Even stationary, XPENG's flagship certainly has enough bells and whistles to pique potential customers' interest and compete with other EVs.

That is, if it's given the chance. U.S. tariffs have kept Chinese EVs out of the country for years, a situation that appears unlikely to change any time soon.

"We [see the U.S. tariff situation] as an opportunity for us to differentiate from the rest of [the] EV players, because we feel like we're bringing something different," said XPENG vice-chairman and president Dr. Brian Gu. "We're not just another affordable China brand in a foreign market. 

"We want to be viewed as bringing the best in technology, the highest quality, and the coolest brand to these local customers. And that's something I think will position us well when there's actually these difficulties and tensions around the world." 

Disclosure: Mashable traveled to Hong Kong as a guest of XPENG.

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Aside from the basic tools, there are also AI-powered ones that can transform your images — from replacing the skies to controlling every aspect of the light in a photo to retouching a person’s skin.

Once you’ve figured out the magic equation resulting in your ideal image, you can use multiform presets that make it easy to achieve a consistent look across all of your photos with just a few taps.

Luminar Neo works with Windows and Mac, and as a plugin for Photoshop and Lightroom. If you need extra help navigating the tools, this bundle includes video training, the Creative Photo Editing Techniques in Luminar Neo Video Course. Taught by photographer and editor Albert Dros, this class shows you how to use Luminar Neo instruments to edit landscapes beautifully.

Six preset photo filter packs complete this bundle, allowing you to transform photos without any manual editing. Emphasize the look of winter with the Frosty Winter LUTs Add-On or add some edge with the Light Reflections Overlay Add-On.

Take advantage of this unique-to-Stack bundle and score the best price on the web right here, just $89.99 (reg. $682) for The Award-Winning Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle for a limited time.

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TL;DR: Bring home an Apple MacBook Pro 13″ at a deep discount, just $449.99 (reg. $1,799), just in time for summer.

Need a new computer for the summer? You’ll need an escape on those scorching hot days, and this MacBook Pro offers all-day battery life to keep you entertained in the AC. And right now, it’s even on sale for just $449.99 (reg. $1,799).

Plenty of power in a sleek, lightweight design

If you’re looking for a dependable, 3.1-pound laptop that can get you through the dog days of summer and beyond, the MacBook Pro fits the bill. This particular model is powered by a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor with a 2GHz base speed and 16GB of RAM, letting you multitask the day away. A 512 GB SSD allows you to save your files right on your device for easy access.

The 13.3-inch Retina display includes Apple’s signature True Tone Technology, which automatically adjusts your screen for improved visibility and reduced eye strain. Enjoy responsive typing with the Magic Keyboard, and get access to shortcuts with the Touch Bar. Four Thunderbolt 3 ports are available to handle charging and connectivity needs.

This MacBook Pro has an impressive 10 hours of battery life, so you won’t have to stop and plug in. And it’s optimized for macOS to take advantage of the latest macOS features.

If you’re curious why you’re scoring this model for 74% off, it’s because of its grade A refurbished rating. That means it will arrive in near-mint condition, with virtually no signs of prior use, and you get it for a major discount.

Entertain yourself all summer long and beyond with this Apple MacBook Pro 13″, now only $449.99 (reg. $1,799)

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