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SAVE $9.01: The Apple Watch SE 3 is priced at $239.99 on Amazon during its October Prime Day. That's a small discount on its usual $249 price tag.

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$249 Save $9.01 Get Deal

It's not often you can get a discount on a new Apple product. But the Apple Watch SE 3 is priced at $239.99 on Amazon during its October Prime Day. That represents a small — but still meaningful — discount of $9.01.

The Apple Watch SE 3 launched in September and features an S10 chip, an always-on display, sleep scores, and much more. It's meant to be a more budget-friendly option for folks who might not want to commit to a heftier price tag.

"Apple Watch SE offers a great way for users to start their Apple Watch journey, delivering outstanding health, fitness, safety, and connectivity features at an incredible value," Stan Ng, Apple’s vice president of Apple Watch and Health Product Marketing, said in a press release at the time of its launch.

The Apple Watch Series 11, for instance, starts at $399, though it did earn great reviews from Mashable. If you're looking for another Apple Watch deal, the Series 10 is priced at $309 on Amazon for Prime Day, as well.

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Prime Big Deal Days is finally here!

While Amazon's flagship Prime Day event falls in July, the company kicks off the holiday shopping season in October. Prime Big Deal Days, better known as October Prime Day, is Amazon's fall shopping event that brings millions of deals. It falls a month before Black Friday, and gives Prime members a head start on holiday shopping.

But just because it's not technically the flagship Prime Day doesn't mean the deals aren't good. In fact, some products are getting bigger discounts than we saw in July.

Mashable's shopping reporters have been covering Amazon's Prime Day since 2018, and October Prime Day is a little different. In July, Amazon extended its flagship members-only sale from two days to four, but its October event is just 48 hours.

If you've shopped Prime Day but are new to Prime Big Deal Days, here's everything you need to know about the sale event — plus all the deals you can shop right now.

What is Prime Big Deal Days?

Prime Big Deal Days is Amazon's annual fall event that began in 2022. It's similar to Amazon's July Prime Day and is open to paid and trial members of Amazon's Prime subscription service.

The 2022 version was called "Prime Early Access Sale," and it was renamed to "Prime Big Deal Days" in 2023. The name has stuck, but colloquially, you'll often hear it referred to as October Prime Day.

Whenever Amazon launches a sale, the entire internet follows suit. Target has already announced its Circle Week will run at the same time, and we expect similar sales from Walmart, Best Buy, and The Home Depot.

When is Prime Big Deal Days 2025?

Prime Big Deal Days runs from Tuesday, Oct. 7 to Wednesday, Oct. 8, bringing deals from major brands like Lego and KitchenAid. Amazon's October Prime Day is only running for two days compared to July's four days.

Last year's Prime Big Deal Days fell at a similar time last year, spanning from Oct. 8-9.

What's on sale during Prime Big Deal Days?

Amazon has hyped up Prime Big Deal Days with lots of items on sale ahead of the big event. Now that the sale has kicked off at 3:01 a.m. ET, millions of deals have dropped.

Throughout the event, Amazon will be dropping Today's Big Deals at 12 a.m., 8 a.m., and 1 p.m. PT (3 a.m., 11 a.m., and 4 p.m. ET) from major brands including Away and LG.

Amazon just did its first drop of Today's Big Deals at 11 a.m. ET, which includes major tech savings of over $400. Here are the highlights of Today's Big Deals first drop, plus all the deals across categories from entertainment to tech.

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$429 Save $145 Deal only available on Deep Plum color. Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Staub Staub Pumpin Petite Ceramic Dish $24.49 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.50 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Express Single Serve Coffee Maker $49.99 at Amazon
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• Prime members can select one free item from a selection of fresh groceries with their same-day delivery order in eligible locations.

• Prime members can get a $150 Amazon gift card when approved for Prime Visa or a $100 Amazon gift card when approved for a Prime Store Card.

• Prime members can use their free Grubhub+ membership to get $10 off orders of $20 or more during Prime Big Deal Days.

• Prime for Young Adult members start shopping Prime Big Deal Days 48 hours early on items from T3 and Octobuddy.

Book, video, and music deals

• Save up to 65% off bestselling print titles

• Earn triple points on all Kindle books purchased during Prime Big Deal Days

• New and popular movie and TV deals up to 50% off

• Prime members who have not tried Amazon Music Unlimited can get four months free, and current Amazon Music Unlimited Individual customers can upgrade to a Family Plan at no extra cost for two months.

Device and tech deals

• Save up to 65% on select popular electronics from Anker, like power banks and portable chargers

• Save up to 50% on select Luna Controller and Fire TV bundles

• Save up to 50% on select Amazon devices, including the Amazon Smart Plug and Echo Frames; and up to 45% on Amazon device bundle,s including the all-new Kindle Colorsoft Kids Essentials and Kindle Colorsoft Essentials bundles, Echo Show 5 Kids with Echo Glow, and the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus bundles

• Save up to 45% on select Bose headphones and speakers

• Save up to 40% on select TVs and monitors from LG and Hisense

• Save more than 40% on the Amazon Luna controller

• Save up to 30% on select electronics from Sony and Samsung

Home and pet deals

• Save up to 50% on select floorcare from Shark and Eufy

• Save up to 50% on select travel gear from Samsonite

• Save up to 45% on select BISSELL and iRobot vacuums and mops

• Save up to 40% on select kitchen appliances from KitchenAid and Vitamix

• Save up to 30% on select pet products from Blue Buffalo, Pet Honesty, and Zesty Paws

• Save up to 30% on select furniture, home, and décor styles from Ashley Furniture, Yankee Candle, WoodWick, and Eddie Bauer

• Save up to 30% on select grocery essentials from Pepsi, Frito-Lay, and Dixie; and up to 20% on select products from Celsius and Liquid Death

• Save up to 30% on select home products from Dyson

• Save up to 25% on select personal care and grooming items from Gillette, Braun, Dove, and Crest, and household essentials from Dawn and Lysol

• Save up to 20% on select holiday items from National Tree Company, Fraser Hill Farm, and NEST New York

Toys and sports deals

• Save up to 40% on select toys from Fisher-Price, Ms. Rachel, Crayola, Play-Doh, NERF, and Tonies

• Save up to 30% on select toys and building sets from Lego, Magna-Tiles, and PicassoTiles

• Save up to 40% on select Disney, Star Wars, and Wicked toys, apparel, and home goods

Can you shop on Prime Big Deal Days without being a Prime member?

You have to be a Prime member in order to shop any of Amazon's Prime Day events, including Prime Big Deal Days. But if you don't want to commit to a monthly or annual paid subscription, you can still participate by scheduling a free 30-day trial of Prime around the sale. (If you're a student or between the ages of 18 to 24, that free trial is six months long.) Just remember to cancel your membership as soon as Prime Day is over to avoid getting charged.

Is Prime Big Deal Days a scam?

We've been seeing this question pop up a lot lately, and it surprised us. No, Prime Big Deal Days is not a scam.

While some of Amazon's sales (cough, Big Spring Sale, cough) have been a bit lackluster in recent years, but Amazon's October Prime Day is a legitimate opportunity to save. This event promises to bring major savings on big-name brands like Bose, Beats, Lego, and more. For book-lovers, there will be bestselling titles up to 65% off.

And because we're professional deal hunters, we don't just take Amazon's word for it. We cover deals all year long and use price trackers to check the historical pricing for popular products, and we only include deals in our shopping guides when they represent a genuine price drop. Yes, Amazon does try to pass off "deals" that don't really deserve the name occasionally. However, Prime Day really does include thousands of new and exciting (at least, to us) price drops. In particular, we're seeing incredible savings on wireless earbuds and cheap TVs this year, as just two examples.

Does Prime Day only happen once a year?

Just like how Prime Day is no longer one day, it also happens more than once a year. Amazon's flagship Prime Day takes place in early July, and in 202,5 it spans four days.

And for the past three years, Amazon has hosted Prime Big Deal Days, an October event serving as a precursor to its Black Friday festivities. However, the summer iteration of Prime Day is still Amazon's marquee sale.

You can get the newest Apple iPad Mini for an incredible $379.00 on Amazon for a limited time. This is a 24% discount from its original price of $499.00, making this a great price for the latest version of Apple's tablet.

If you're currently looking to order a new iPad Pro or base model MacBook Pro from the Apple Store, you might be waiting a while longer than you expected.

As Bloomberg's Apple insider Mark Gurman noticed on Monday evening, Apple customers thinking about purchasing an iPad Pro M4 or a base model 14-inch MacBook Pro are being told there are longer than usual shipping estimates. Gurman reported an October 21 to 28 timeline for shipping of either device.

Shipping delays with Apple are usually attributed to inventory. It seems Apple just doesn't have these models in stock. Low inventory could be simply because Apple has sold out of these items. However, there are some other factors here that suggest there's more to it. Other models of these devices are not experiencing the same shipping delays. In addition, the low inventory models just happen to be devices that have been rumored to receive a refresh.

The shipping delays are actually a pretty good clue that inventory is low for these devices because Apple is preparing to roll out new models.

"A good as any sign for an imminent iPad Pro M5 debut," Gurman said in a post on X. "Entry (non Pro/Max chip) 14-inch MacBook Pros as well."

SEE ALSO: Every Apple product announcement we still expect in 2025 and beyond — AirTags, Macs, and HomePod

As Mashable previously covered, an iPad Pro M5 and MacBook Pro M5 have reportedly been slotted for a release before the end of the year. In fact, there are a few smaller releases expected before 2026 that Apple could drop with new iPad Pro and MacBook Pro announcements too, like the AirTags 2, HomePod mini 2, and a new Apple TV 4K.

Apple has previously put on smaller product announcement events in October, so we may very well find out before the month is over.

Python 3.14 is officially here, and brings a mix of changes to the core language, the interpreter's guts, and the standard library. These are major updates like template string literals, deferred evaluation of annotations, and even official support for subinterpreters in the standard library.

SAVE 17%: As of Oct. 7, the Ninja Luxe Cafe Espresso Machine is on sale for $499.99 at Amazon, down from $599.99 for a limited time. That's $100 off the list price.

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$599.99 Save $100 Get Deal

While Black Friday is just around the corner, Amazon likes to kick off the seasonal savings a little earlier with the Prime Big Deals Day. It's a chance to grab bargains from a whole range of products, whether you're in the market for big ticket electronics, headphones, smart devices, home appliances, or anything else. You can pretty much guarantee that Amazon has a discount on something you need.

One deal that's caught out eye — and (more to the point) has set our tastebuds tingling — is a hefty $100 discount on the Ninja Cafe Luxe Espresso Machine, part of the brand's Premier Series of pro barista quality coffee makers.

As of Oct. 7, the Ninja Cafe Luxe Espresso Machine is on sale for $499.99, discounted from its regular list price of $599.99 on Amazon. That's a 17% saving.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Prime Day Apple deals are live and ready to snag

While you probably know Ninja as an air fryer brand, this manufacturer excels at any device it produces — these are the same tech experts behind Shark vacuums, after all — and this espresso machine is no exception.

It's a 3-in-1 model, delivering espresso, drip coffee, and cold brew. It make variations of each of these coffee styles — two types of espresso, three types of drip coffee, and two cold brews — and boasts barista style features for customizing the temperature, pressure, grind, and (most importantly) the overall flavour. It comes with an integrated grinder plus a multi-functional milk frother with a steam wand.

Coffee lovers know that good coffee is more than a hot beverage, it's a lifestyle choice — and this machine will keep you caffeine-charged whatever your tastes.

Don't miss the Ninja Cafe Luxe Espresso Machine in the Prime Big Deals Day — now just $499.99.

SAVE $145: During Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon just dropped a lightning deal on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones, bringing them down to $284. This is the first time the QuietComfort Ultras have dipped under $300, giving you $145 in savings and 34% off.

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$429 Save $145 Get Deal

Amazon is not playing around with deals during its October Prime Day event. We've been thoroughly impressed by the hundreds of deals that we woke to this morning. Kindles, Apple Watches, and so much more have reached their lowest prices ever. Throughout Prime Big Deal Days, which runs from Oct. 7 to 8, Amazon is dropping Today's Big Deals at 3:01 a.m. EST, 11:01 a.m. EST, and 4:01 p.m. EST. These are lightning deals that are only available for a limited time, and their latest brings some major savings.

As of Oct. 7, you can now get the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $284. That saves you $145 off its $429 list price. Not to mention, this is the lowest price ever on the headphones and the first time they've dropped below $300. There is a small catch — this price is only available on the Ultras in the color Deep Plum. But honestly, I'm not complaining. The Deep Plum color rocks.

The Bose QuietComfort Ultras are the most comfortable headphones I've ever tested. Having worn them for a full eight-hour workday, they didn't cause any ear fatigue even when I wore them with glasses and earrings. And to carry me through the workday, they also have an impressive battery life, providing 24 hours of playback. The Bose headphones on sale are the first-generation Ultra models. Since the 2nd-gen model just came out, we're not surprised they're not getting a discount quite yet.

If you're really not vibing with the Deep Plum color, the good news is the rest of the colors are on sale too; they're just priced a bit higher. At $329, though, the rest of the Bose QuietComfort Ultras are still a good deal. In fact, before the Deep Plum colorway dropped down to $284, the $329 was the best price we'd ever seen.

This is a limited-time deal that certainly won't last. Grab the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones in Deep Plum for just $284 now.

Have you ever looked under your car's steering wheel at all the wires, fuses, and plugs? If so, you might find an odd plug called an OBD-II port. That's the same port any technician uses during a smog test, and mechanics access it to scan for check engine light errors, but that's not all it can do. You can plug several useful or weird things into that 16-pin port.

We all know the reputation of gaming among the fuddy-duddies (i.e. the non-gamers) — they think it's for couch potatoes only — but it can get physical when you're in the thick of a heavy session at your PC. Manoeuvring your mouse, anticipating enemies, and focusing for hours on end, gamers are always in fight-or-flight mode. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't do it in comfort, or without the right support. Whether you play for leisure or stream full-time, a gaming chair is as essential as the PC.

But it's not a case of one size doesn’t fit all. There are ergonomic-style chairs and chairs with additional cozy fixings, such as foot rests and extra lumbar supports. Whatever level of comfort and support you need, it can be hard to find the best gaming chair for your needs. Trust us: This is where we can help.

We understand all too well how important it is to have good posture when you're putting in a shift at the console or PC — bad posture can cause all kinds of longterm problems. So we’ve done some research into the best gaming chairs for all you dedicated gamers. Here's some helpful information to get you started.

Do you need a gaming chair?

You've probably invested heavily in your gaming setup, so it makes absolutely no sense to be uncomfortable when you're playing. It doesn't matter how stylish and powerful your PC is if your squatting awkwardly on the edge of a regular desk chair. Comfort is key, so a proper gaming chair is a vital purchase.

The other reason to consider investing in a gaming chair is performance. No, a gaming chair isn't going to make you immediately unbeatable, but it can be a deciding factor. Gaming success can often come down to tiny margins, so a gaming chair that is comfortable, ergonomic, and fully supportive will put you in good stead — it could be the difference between winning and losing over long periods.

What makes a good gaming chair?

Before you drop major cash on a gaming chair, there are a few things to consider.

• Comfort — This might seem obvious, but having a comfy seat is important. You want to have good posture and be comfortable during your gaming sessions, especially if you’re participating in an online tournament. A gaming chair should provide support without discomfort.

• Features — Some gaming chairs come with cool features, including plush neck rests, sections to place your feet, and cup holders for beverages. Consider what a model can do for your digital entertainment needs before making a purchasing decision. 

• Height and weight — Factor your height and weight when looking for a gaming chair. You don’t want a chair that’s too big or too small for your body proportions. Some chairs even come in alternative sizes, so you can game hard without worrying about breakage or wear-and-tear. 

• Purpose — How will you use your gaming chair? If you’re only buying a chair for gaming and streaming, look for a chair that offers head, neck, and back support. On the other hand, if a gaming chair will serve as a desk chair, a kitchen seat, and a napping spot, you should opt for a model that’s more recliner-like. 

What is the best gaming chair?

Whether you’re a button masher, professional streamer, or a Street Fighter at the weekends, there's a gaming chair out there that can improve your experience. We have looked at everything available to line up a selection of your best options.

These are the best gaming chairs for 2025.

Save $70: As of October 7, Beats Studio Buds are almost 50% off, coming in at $79.95 down from their list price of $149.95. They've also been going in and out of stock in select colors, which means they're moving fast.

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$149.95 Save $70.00 Get Deal

It’s so annoying when you go to charge your favorite headphones and after many trusty years, they finally bite the dust. Or maybe you get on the bus and flip open your earbud or AirPod container to see that the dreaded fate has found you, one of your buds is missing. Well, however you got here, if you’ve been wanting to replace or invest in a pair of earbuds-- you’re in luck. 

For a stellar Prime Day deal, Beats Studio Buds are on sale for almost half off. Technically, they’re 47% off, but tomato tom-ah-to.  While they're currently priced at $79.95, we've seen them drop as low as $69.96 this morning, and at these prices, they're selling fast. We recommend adding them to your cart while you still can.

These earbuds have industry-leading Bluetooth that allows you to get somewhat farther away from the device you’re connected to without disconnection than usual. Enjoy up to 8 hours of listening time on one charge or up to 24 hours with the portable charging case. The buds come with three soft ear tip sizes to ensure a comfortable fit and effective acoustic seal within the ear canal. 

Beats claims that the buds are sweat and water-resistant as well. The built-in microphones are designed for quality phone call sound and voice assistant communication. The Beats Studio Buds also come in black, white, or red. 

 I personally love slipping in a quality pair of noise-cancelling earbuds on a walk and disappearing into my favorite book. These are perfect for exercise that isn’t too rigorous, as there isn’t a complete guarantee they won’t fall out during intense running. 

I spend a lot of time reading. It's how I like to wind down in the evenings, but I also spend a lot of time thinking about reading in the context of Kindles. As an expert on e-readers, I use the devices near daily, and am always seeking out the best ways to maximize their use. That means finding all the best ways to read for free or just creating the most luxurious reading set-up.

With Amazon's October Prime Day now underway, my sights are set on deals for Kindle users. Amazon tends to be pretty fickle with its deals on Kindle devices — we don't usually see a ton of markdowns on the e-readers themselves — but this year I'm shocked at how good they are.

So whether you're new to Kindle or a longtime user, here are all of the best deals on products and services for Kindle users during Prime Big Deal Days.

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$35.97 Save $35.97 Try Kindle Unlimited for free for three months. Get Deal

Kindle Unlimited is one of the best ways to maximize your Kindle use. If you're running out of holds and loans on Libby, then for $11.99 a month, you can access Kindle Unlimited and borrow up to 20 books at a time. The library is massive and features bestsellers and BookTok sensations.

During Prime Day, Amazon is offering three months free, saving you $35.97. The best part is, this deal is available to new users and those who have already used their free trial. I'd already used up my free trial, but I was able to snag the trial again and am planning on using it to read Regretting You by Colleen Hoover and The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden before their upcoming movie adaptations.

Kindle Book Deals Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 'Anxious People' by Fredrik Backman $3.99 at Amazon
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If you want to do some book shopping during Prime Day, now's a great time. You can find bestsellers for as low as $2, so you can grab several books for the price of one standard e-book. Not to mention, during Prime Day, you'll earn triple Kindle Rewards on every purchase.

I'd go for classics like Barbara Kingsolver's The Poisonwood Bible or the newly released Matriarch by Tina Knowles.

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I'm constantly inspired by the creativity of my fellow Kindle users, decorating their e-readers extensively. A clear case seems to be the best blanket canvas for decorations, and luckily, there are a ton on sale. If you're like me and want a case that's already got some style, the MoKo case is a great candidate.

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As the colder months creep in, and you spend more time indoors under a pile of blankets, a gooseneck stand is going to maximize your winter reading nook. Since testing the Magipea gooseneck stand for a guide to the best Kindle accessories, it's become an essential part of my reading routine. I clip the gooseneck stand onto the coffee table or nightstand, and using my page turner, I'm cozy as can be while reading my Kindle.

Right now, the Magipea gooseneck stand is on sale for Prime Day, but it's not the only option.

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If you're getting a stand for a Kindle, you also need a remote page turner to go with it. That way, you can keep your hands bundled up under blankets in the chilly evenings. I use the Datafy page turner, which is on sale, but you can't really go wrong with any option.

We all might be getting a lot more familiar with Google's Nano Banana.

Nano Banana, Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model, is an AI image generation and editing tool that lets users enter a text prompt to create images, but it's really known for its ability to edit images. And, now, according to a report from Android Authority, Google might be expanding access to the tool.

SEE ALSO: Here’s how to try Google’s hot new Nano Banana image generator

Android Authority reported that Google is looking into integrating Nano Banana into its apps and services, including Google Lens and Circle to Search. Fans — at least, the fans posting on Reddit — love Nano Banana, saying it's "so incredibly useful" and "extremely good," so the expansion would likely fall upon welcome ears.

Android Authority worked with a version of the Google Android app (16.40.18.sa.arm64) and found that Google is working on something that could potentially add the Live option back into Google Lens and, of course add the Nano Banana Create option to Search and Translate. This integration, Android Authority reports, is further along than the other noted Circle to Search integration Google is allegedly working on.

Circle to Search is an Android feature allows users to circle, doodle, or scribble on something in a photo or video still and Google will search for it in that same window. Android Authority reports that the feature appears to be in the works, but its implementation is definitely in its infancy. The news outlet said that while the app surfaces a Create option, it is "not yet responsive to input in a way that does anything."

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While Google hasn't said anything to confirm the move, Rajan Patel, the Vice President of engineering for search at Google and the co-founder of Lens, quoted Android Authority's story on X and added: "keep your 👀 peeled 🍌"

UPDATE: Oct. 7, 2025, 12:07 p.m. EDT This story has been updated to include Rajan Patel's post on X.

Whether you love it or hate it, there's no denying that Taylor Swift's twelfth studio album The Life of a Showgirl has dominated the cultural conversation since its Oct. 3 release date.

The Life of a Showgirl became the most-streamed album in a single day on Spotify in 2025, while lead single "The Fate of Ophelia" became the most-streamed song in a single day in Spotify history. Despite the album's record-breaking performance, The Life of a Showgirl also garnered criticism for lack of self-awareness, alleged use of AI in its promotion, and even whether Swift should be labeling herself a "showgirl" at all.

SEE ALSO: Taylor Swift becomes the internet troll she loathes

In addition to all this chatter — not to mention a full on late night media blitz — Swift also released a film to commemorate the album's release, titled Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl.

Only in theaters from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl wasn't a traditional music film in the vein of Swift's concert movie Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour. Instead, it played lyric videos of The Life of a Showgirl's songs, interspersed with Swift giving insights into each song. The centerpiece of The Official Release Party of a Showgirl was the premiere of the music video for "The Fate of Ophelia," along with behind-the-scenes footage of the making of the music video.

Even with a short release window and no Thursday night screenings, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl crushed it at the box office. According to a press release from Business Wire, The Official Release Party of a Showgirl raked in $34 million domestically and $16 million internationally, making for a global debut of over $50 million. As staggering as that number is, it's still less than half of the $123.5 million global opening of The Eras Tour. But to put it in perspective, that was a full concert film for the highest-grossing concert tour of all time, whereas The Official Release Party of a Showgirl was mostly lyric videos.

With both of these projects, Swift has proven that her music is a major box office draw. (Her acting is another matter, as she's recently starred in box office flops Cats and Amsterdam.) Next up, Swift is set to make her feature directorial debut with a film for Searchlight Pictures. While there are no further details about the plot of the film or when it can be released, could Swift continue her streak of box office victories in the near future?

Best Prime Day kitchen deals Best small appliance deal Ninja Crispi $159.94 (save $20.05) Get Deal Best kitchen tool deal Le Creuset 5.5-quart Dutch oven $311.69 (save $123.36) Get Deal Best coffee maker deal Keurig K-Mini Single Serve $47.49 (save $52.50) Get Deal

Amazon’s gifting us with its second Prime Day event of the year, officially dubbed “Prime Big Deal Days,” and true to form, we’re seeing tons of deals across just about every category, including some hefty price cuts on kitchen essentials from top brands like Ninja, Le Creuset, and Keurig.

SEE ALSO: In true air fryer fashion, early October Prime Day deals on air fryers have heated up quickly

We did some early deal hunting, but now that the sale is live, the savings on kitchen appliances and gear has exploded. We've spotted hundreds of dollars in savings on top brands including Breville, Keurig, and Our Place.

Prime Big Deal Days runs until Oct. 8, but these deals are still nothing to sneeze at, as they could disappear depending on stock availability.

Here are the best Prime Big Deal Days savings on kitchenwares.

Best small appliance deal Ninja Crispi $159.94 at Amazon
$179.99 Save $20.05 Get Deal Why we like it

The Ninja Crispi is finally on sale. We’ve been watching the price of this little air fryer since its release last September, and Amazon’s been stingy with discounts. But right now, you can get it for $159.94, the lowest price we’ve tracked so far.

The Ninja Crispi is one of Mashable’s favorite small kitchen appliances. Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino says its compact size makes it ideal for on-the-go meals or prepping smaller portions for the week. “Plus, it actually works,” she writes as it delivers crispy on the outside, moist on the inside meals.

Best kitchen tool deal Le Creuset 5.5-quart Dutch oven $351.67 at Amazon
$434.95 Save $83.28 Get Deal Why we like it

Soup season is basically here (it’s October, so I feel comfortable making that statement), and what better way to embrace it than with a discounted Le Creuset Dutch oven? Right now, you can get the iconic Le Creuset 5.5-quart Dutch oven for $318.24. (Note: the price does change depending on the color you choose.) While this isn’t the lowest price we’ve seen (it was around $239 back in 2022), it is the lowest price it’s been in a while.

This particular model is ideal for slow-cooking stews, braising meats, or baking artisan breads, thanks to its tight-fitting lid and heat and moisture retention. It’s also dishwasher-safe, so cleanup is just as easy.

Best coffee maker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig K-Mini Single Serve $47.49 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $52.50 Get Deal Why we like it

If you need a new single-serve coffee maker, but you’re not willing to shell out a ton of cash, the Keurig K-Mini Single Serve is a budget-friendly option that’ll get the job done without compromising on convenience or quality. Its compact design is perfect for smaller kitchens, dorm rooms, or office spaces, and it can brew six to 12-ounce servings in seconds with the touch of a button. And right now, you can get it for the super-low price of $64.98.

More Kitchen deals

Air fryer and toaster deals

• Ninja Air Fryer 4-in-1 Pro — $89.99 $129.99 (save $40)

• Our Place Wonder Oven — $155 $175 (save $20)

• Ninja XL Air Fryer & Toaster Oven — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• Balmuda Toaster — $244.30 $349 (save $104.70)

Blender and food processor deals

• Magic Bullet Blender — $40.99 $49.99 (save $9)

• Nutribullet Personal Blender — $47.49 $71.99 (save $24.50)

• Ninja Blender & Food Processor Combo — $149.99 $259.99 (save $110)

• Vitamix 5200 Blender — $349.95 $469.99 (save $120.04)

Beverage, coffee, and tea deals

• Chefman Electric Kettle — $21.99 $27.99 (save $6)

• Ninja Thirsti Drink System — $99.99 $179.99 (save $80)

• Nespresso Vertuo Plus Deluxe Coffee and Espresso Maker — $129 $199 (save $70)

• Fellow Corvo EKG Pro Electric Tea Kettle — $143.95 $179.95 (save $36)

• Fellow Gen 2 Ode Brew Grinder — $319.95 $399.95 (save $80)

• Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine — $399.95 $499.95 (save $100)

• Ninja Luxe Cafe Premier Espresso Machine — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine — $549.95 $699.95 (save $150)

• Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine — $799.95 $999.95 (save $200)

Cookware deals

• Lodge 6-QT Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven — $77.99 $99.90 (save $21.91)

• Our Place Always Pan — $99 $125 (save $26)

• Our Place Perfect Pot — $109 $140 (save $31)

• HexClad Nonstick 12-inch Frying Pan — $139 $199 (save $60)

• All-Clad HA1 Nonstick Fry Pan 3-Piece Set — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)

• HexClad Hybrid Nonstick 5.5-QT Deep Sauté Pan — $167 $209 (save $42)

• Made In Cookware 5-QT Saucier Pan — $169.15 $199 (save $29.85)

• HexClad Hybrid Nonstick 6-Piece Pot Set — $303 $379 (save $76)

• KitchenAid 7-QT Bowl Lift Stand Mixer — $549.95 $649.99 (save $100.04)

Drinkware deals

• Owala FreeSip Twist — $22.49 $29.99 (save $7.50)

• Stanley Quencher H2.0 — $25.64 $45 (save $19.36)

• Yeti Rambler — $31.50 $45 (save $13.50)

Ice cream deals

• Ninja Creami — $179.99 $219.99 (save $40)

• Ninja Slushi — $299.99 $369.99 (save $70)

Kitchen tool deals

• KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Pot Holders — $10.48 $20.99 (save $10.51)

• KitchenAid Ribbed Soft Silicone Oven Mitts — $12.81 $15.99 (save $3.18)

Rice cooker and slow cooker deals

• Crock-Pot 7-QT Manual Slow Cooker (SCV700-S-BR) — $35.99 $59.99 (save $24)

• Zojirushi Micom Rice Cooker — $121.99 $169.95 (save $47.96)

• Our Place Dream Cooker — $165 $199 (save $34)

Picking up with a recast Geralt of Rivia like nothing ever happened, The Witcher is back with a trailer for Season 4 promising more monsters, sword fights, and that silver wig doing a whole lot of work.

With Liam Hemsworth taking over for Henry Cavill as the titular witcher and swearing loudly to mark the moment in the trailer, the fourth series of Netflix's adaptation of Andrzej Sapkowski's books will concentrate on Ciri's (Freya Allan) journey to further harness her epic power in the face of war. Everyone's separated on the Continent, battles are brewing, and Geralt looks and sounds different.

Notably, from the looks of the trailer, our violet-favouring sorcerer Yennefer (Anya Chalotra) also has plenty of magical throwdowns ahead of her, and there's nothing I love more than Yennefer of Vengerberg sorting the wheat from the chaff with supernatural finesse. Let's go, Yen.

The Witcher Season 4 hits Netflix Oct. 30.

Esteemed British actor Stephen Graham is finally seeing the stardom he has long deserved. The chameleon of talent recently won his first Primetime Emmy for his role in the hit Netflix psycho-drama series Adolescence. Weeks prior to its release, Graham snatched viewers’ attention with his powerhouse portrayal of 19th-century boxer Sugar Goodson in Hulu’s A Thousand Blows.

Apple has a new iOS beta build out now, and you can download it for your perusal.

The developer beta for iOS 26.1 is available now, bringing with it a handful of smaller changes that certainly don't stack up to the introduction of Liquid Glass or anything like that. Still, it's a new iOS beta, which means it's interesting to plenty of folks. Here's what it entails and how to download it.

SEE ALSO: iOS 26: How to turn off Liquid Glass How to download the iOS 26.1 beta

The latest beta build for iOS 26.1 is currently only available for developers, but that doesn't mean you're locked out of trying it. Apple has a free tier of its developer program that you can enroll in to try new beta builds. You can register for it without dropping any kind of payments on Apple's website. Once you've done that, go to the Apple developer website and log in, then enroll your device in the beta program.

From there, make a device backup and then follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates

2. Choose the iOS 26 Developer Beta

3. Go to the previous screen and select Download and Install

After that, you should be good to go. Just sit back and wait for it to install.

What's new in the iOS 26.1 beta

Per 9to5Mac, this is a small beta update that mostly brings minor changes to the iOS 26 ecosystem.

For instance, the Phone app's number pad now uses a Liquid Glass design, while the video scrubber in the Photos app has a new background. The Music app can also switch between songs by swiping left or right on the Now Playing bar.

Beyond that, there have been some added languages for Apple Intelligence. Several new languages can now interface with Apple's AI features, including Chinese, Danish, Norwegian, and Vietnamese. Live translation via AirPods has also gotten support for five new languages, listed below:

• Chinese (Mandarin, simplified)

• Chinese (Mandarin, traditional)

• Korean

• Japanese

• Italian

As I said, it's not a huge update; Apple already got that out of the way a few weeks ago. But there's still some stuff to chew on, so go and get to chewing.

SAVE $400: Peloton's original bike is nearly 30% off for Amazon's October Prime Day. You can get it for $1,045, down from its list price of $1,445.

Opens in a new window Credit: Peloton Peloton original bike $1,045 at Amazon
$1,445 Save $400 Get Deal

Like seemingly everyone else, my now-wife and I purchased a Peloton bike during 2020's COVID lockdown. Unlike everyone else, it has remained a staple of our daily lives and not become a clothes-hanger.

My wife, especially, has become a diehard — all told, we've done hundreds upon hundreds of workouts on the bike in more than five years. It has held up remarkably well — in fact, we've had zero issues — and I can't recommend the bike enough.

Good news: The original bike — the one we own — is steeply discounted for Amazon's October Prime Day. It's priced at $1,045, down from its current list price of $1,445, and way lower than its former price tag that was well over $2,000.

Peloton recently debuted a new cross-training bike with AI-aided coaching features, among other new products. It tracks, then, that its oldest model would be steeply discounted.

But the original Peloton bike remains a really good piece of equipment. I actually prefer some of its features, like the vise-esque adjustment handles that are sturdier than knobs and are often more capable of making small changes to your seat or handlebar positioning. Our review of the bike in 2020 was entirely positive, except for the price, which is now heavily discounted.

If you've been considering becoming a Peloton person, now might just be the best (and cheapest) time.

SAVE $120: As of Oct. 7, day one of the Prime Big Deal Days shopping event, the Samsung Galaxy Ring dropped to just $279.99 at Amazon. That's 30% off its list price and a new best price ever.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Ring $279.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $120 Get Deal

Happy Prime Big Deal Days, aka October Prime Day or Prime Day 2, to all who celebrate. We're pleased to see a ton of record-low prices popping up during this fall shopping event. One we're particularly excited about is the Samsung Galaxy Ring. The Korea-based tech giant's sleek wearable rarely sees big discounts. And even when it does, the price drop is typically only on select color or size options.

For October Prime Day, however, Amazon has dropped the price of the Samsung Galaxy Ring in every size and color (black, silver, gold) to $279.99. That's 30% off its list price and a new best price ever across the board.

While the Oura Ring 4 has earned the title of Mashable's favorite smart ring, the Galaxy Ring still holds a special place in our hearts. Mashable's reviewer Kim Gedeon gave it a near-perfect rating and even said she'd choose it over her Apple Watch for its less obtrusive design and a battery life that knocks it out of the park. Other standout features include a comfortable, durable, and gorgeous design, creepily accurate health tracking and monitoring, and zero subscription fees (unlike the Oura Ring).

Even at full cost, we love the Galaxy Ring. For $120 off, we wholeheartedly recommend it for Android users.

Be the first to know about the best October Prime Day deals. Follow Mashable's Prime Big Deal Days live blog and keep checking back for the latest discounts, stock alerts, and deal drops.

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