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OpenAI bets big on AMD with massive investment

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:50

OpenAI is staking some of its future on AMD.

In a press release on its website, the company behind ChatGPT and Sora announced a massive partnership with GPU maker AMD. OpenAI will use AMD hardware to create up to six gigawatts of AI infrastructure over the coming years, with one gigawatt rolling out in 2026. In all, this deal could see OpenAI come to own as much as 10 percent of AMD. The exact dollar amounts at play here have not been revealed, but an AMD executive was quoted in the press release as saying the deal would "deliver tens of billions of dollars in revenue" to AMD while scaling up OpenAI's projects.

SEE ALSO: OpenAI reportedly plans to launch TikTok-like app with Sora 2 launch

“This partnership is a major step in building the compute capacity needed to realize AI’s full potential,” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in the press release. “AMD’s leadership in high-performance chips will enable us to accelerate progress and bring the benefits of advanced AI to everyone faster.”

This announcement comes just days after OpenAI announced a different deal with Nvidia, the market leader in GPUs and an AMD competitor. That deal would see 10 gigawatts' worth of OpenAI infrastructure built with Nvidia hardware. Per Fortune, that kind of rollout would use as much power as New York City and San Diego combined just to fuel whatever it is Altman and co. are planning to do with AI.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Im tracking the best October Prime Day MacBook deals: Prices start at just $799

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:44

As Mashable's resident laptop expert, I'm in charge of sniffing out the best deals on Apple MacBooks ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (an "October Prime Day" sale slated for Oct. 7 to 8). And what a ride we've been on already.

You see, Amazon had several popular models from Apple's lineup marked down to record-low prices all throughout August and September. That includes the base configurations of the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air, its 15-inch counterpart, and the 14-inch M4 MacBook Pro: They were only $799, $999, and $1,299, respectively (a $200 to $300 savings). Then, a week before the October Prime Day sale began, those all-time lows suddenly disappeared (Amazon's pre-sale coyness is annoying).

SEE ALSO: Amazon's October Prime Day is coming on October 7 — here are 30+ early deals to shop now

Fortunately, a day before the sale officially kicks off, we're seeing those record-lows reappear. The retail giant has an upgraded M4 MacBook Air with 512GB of storage on sale for $999 or the base model with 256GB of storage for only $799. Neither has ever seen a bigger discount, so I'd feel confident adding either to your cart prior to the sale's formal start time.

Below, I've outlined the details of that offer alongside the other early October Prime Day MacBook deals I'm tracking. Check back soon in case more record lows reappear ahead of schedule.

Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $799 at Amazon
$999 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's latest MacBook Air offers quiet, Pro-level performance in an ultrathin form factor. It was 24% faster than its M3 predecessor in our CPU benchmark, and it features a new 12MP Center Stage camera in addition to open-lid support for two monitors.

If you don't need the heavier specs of a MacBook Pro and want to keep some money in your pocket, the base configuration of the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is still a total powerhouse — and it's only $799 going into Prime Big Deal Days. That's the lowest price it's ever been. Even at full price, it's our favorite MacBook for most people, so we're definitely not going to argue with $200 in savings. Need more storage? The model with 512GB is just $200 more at $999.

Read Mashable's full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4).

More MacBook deals

MacBook Air

MacBook Pro

Categories: IT General, Technology

This Gmail trick will keep your messages and clear your storage

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:36

If you find yourself running out of Gmail storage, you might not need to shell out cash to Google for more gigabytes.

The folks over at CNET came up with an ingenious solution to get inbox zero while still holding onto your old emails — just in case you might need them down the line. (Disclosure: CNET is owned by Ziff Davis, which is the same parent company as Mashable.) In short: You create a second, free Gmail account to archive all your old emails. You migrate the old messages there while getting your primary account back to zero.

CNET has the full steps over at its site, but in Gmail you can use the "Forwarding POP/IMAP" tab to forward all your emails and have them automatically deleted from your original account. From there, you can set up your new account to import all the emails. It's a relatively straightforward way to clear up your inbox without deleting everything.

SEE ALSO: Gmail business users can now send secure encrypted email to anyone

Gmail accounts come with 15GB of free storage and, frankly, while that used to feel like a ton of storage, nowadays it can be filled quite quickly. Heck, we were writing about running out of Gmail storage at Mashable all the way back in 2018. CNET's method to beat the system is pretty smart and Reddit is also full of similar hacks.

You can also just choose to pay for more storage, should these steps prove too confusing or time-consuming. Even CNET's hack requires hours of waiting, at minimum. Google's cheapest option is $20 per year for 100GB of storage, with rising storage and costs from there.

Categories: IT General, Technology

A 4-pack of Apple AirTags is under $65 before Prime Day

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:31

SAVE $34.01: As of Oct. 6, a 4-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale for only $64.99 at Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart. That's a 34% discount compared to the standard price of $99 for the bundle pack. In total, you'll be saving $34.01 thanks to the sale. This sale price matches the all-time low Prime Day pricing.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 4-pack Apple AirTags $64.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.01 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 4-pack Apple AirTags $64.99 at Best Buy
$99 Save $34.01 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 4-pack Apple AirTags $64.99 at Walmart
$99 Save $34.01 Get Deal

Holiday travel is right around the corner. If you don't have flights booked yet, it's high time to set some Google tracking notifications to score the best price. But aside from flights, you'll want to make sure your stash of Bluetooth trackers is ready to go. Since we're heading into the October Prime Day event, now is the ideal time to snag a handful.

As of Oct. 6, a 4-pack of Apple AirTags is on sale for just $64.99 at Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart. That's a 34% discount compared to the standard price of $99 for the bundle pack. In total, you'll be saving $34.01 thanks to the sale. The sale price of $64.99 matches the all-time low price and the sale price we saw during Prime Day in July.

A battle of the retailers takes place every time Amazon holds a Prime Day sale. Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and even The Home Depot get in on the sale hype by offering competitive pricing. As a consumer, that's pretty great because we get to choose which retailer we prefer. Maybe one offers faster shipping or you accumulate more airline miles when shopping with one over the other. Whatever the case is, you have options when shopping for Apple AirTags.

SEE ALSO: Some of Amazon's early Prime Day Apple deals are already add-to-cart worthy

Mashable Senior Shopping Reporter Haley Henschel first noticed that Best Buy had dropped the price to $64.99 while Amazon was still hanging out at $74.99. But within one hour, Amazon was down to $64.99. They're always watching. The only retailer who hasn't seemed to get the memo yet is Target.

If you don't have a retailer preference, you might want to opt for snagging the 4-pack of AirTags from Best Buy or Walmart. Both of those will put you in line for free extras like access to Apple TV+ and Apple Music.

While the pack of four Apple AirTags is back at an all-time low price, hop on this deal from whichever retailer you prefer. The bottom line is that you'll have insight into your luggage whereabouts come travel time, and that's well worth the peace of the mind.

Categories: IT General, Technology

What is Rufus? Everything to know about Amazons AI assistant that’s definitely not Alexa

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:22

In late 2024, Amazon introduced Rufus, a generative AI chatbot that helps people shop. It was a curious move for Amazon since the company already has Alexa, which has become a household name at this point. However, there is a difference between the two, and Rufus doesn't act like Alexa in any way.

So, if you’re curious about Rufus and how it works, let's talk about it. 

Amazon officially launched Rufus in February 2025, and the AI chatbot now sits on Amazon’s shopping website and in its app. There are two main ways that shoppers can interact with Rufus. The first is by clicking the Rufus button on the website or in the app, where you can interact with it like any other chatbot. Rufus is also present on product pages, where you can ask it about a specific product and it’ll summarize the Q&A section and reviews to deliver an answer. 

SEE ALSO: Amazon launches AI shopping assistant called...Rufus?

That's how you can use Rufus right now, but there’s more to the AI bot than that. 

What is Rufus?

Rufus is an Amazon AI chatbot that specializes in shopping. Per Amazon, it’s trained on all of the product listings, reviews, and Q&A content on Amazon's website. That informs its ability to answer questions about products, find recommendations, and perform other similar tasks. It also has access to additional data like product popularity and other internal stuff that shoppers don’t have immediate access to, giving the bot even more data to pull from when answering questions. 

In addition, Rufus can access a shopper’s cart, wishlist, and shopping history to help them in other ways. For example, you can ask Rufus to track an incoming package or give recommendations based on the items you have in your cart. 

However, Rufus still functions like a regular chatbot. For example, you can ask it how big a turkey you need for eight people, and it’ll recommend 12 to 16 pounds. You can then ask it for a turkey recipe, and it’ll give you one, complete with product ideas to help, like an instant-read thermometer. So, while its primary focus is shopping, it can answer other questions, too.

Alexa vs Rufus: What’s the difference?

Amazon Alexa is essentially two products now. In its base version, it’s a cloud-based virtual assistant that lives in smart products like Amazon’s Echo devices. This is the Alexa that most people know. It can answer questions, turn on your lights, and do a whole bunch of other stuff. In February 2025, Amazon announced Alexa+, which is powered by generative AI and can do way more things than the base Alexa. Alexa+ also uses Amazon’s Nova Sonic AI voice model, which makes it sound more human than the base Alexa. 

Both Alexa and Rufus are AI-powered Amazon products, and in that, they are similar. The biggest difference is in intent. Rufus is trained and tuned to deliver product recommendations, whereas Alexa and Alexa+ are tuned for general assistance and interaction. In the above example, Rufus will definitely give you a solid turkey recipe and will end that recipe by recommending products on Amazon to assist your cooking. Alexa also responds to that query with a recipe, but may recommend additional recipes instead of products. 

Here’s the TL;DR:

  • Amazon Alexa is a virtual assistant that answers questions and performs tasks. 

  • Amazon Alexa+ is a conversational AI chatbot that does what Alexa does but more fluidly. 

  • Rufus is a conversational AI chatbot that is tuned to deliver product recommendations. 

How to use Rufus

There are three main ways to use Rufus. 

On Amazon.com

  • Head to the webpage with your browser. 

  • Find the Rufus option under the search bar on the left. 

  • A chat window will open, and you can start asking Rufus questions. 

In the app

  • Open the app on Android or iOS.

  • In the bottom right corner, you’ll see Rufus’ icon. Tap it. 

  • A chat window will open, and you can start asking Rufus questions. 

On any product page

  • On either the website or mobile app, navigate to any product page. 

  • Scroll down and pass the product information to the Q&A and reviews section. 

  • There will be a text box where you can ask questions about that specific product.

  • Rufus will answer the question if it can by summarizing product reviews. 

Rufus is actually useful

Rufus is an AI chatbot I use pretty frequently. Sometimes, it gets a little dull doomscrolling through Amazon listings when looking for something like a teal bathroom rug or another type of product where there are hundreds of choices. Having Rufus there to give me some ideas from further down the list without actually having to scroll that far is nice, even if I don’t often buy the products Rufus recommends.

If you haven't tried it, give it a shot next time you shop for something. It's already there and free anyway, so it can't hurt. 

Categories: IT General, Technology

Walmart is kicking off deals up to 50% off Oct. 7 — yes, the same time as Prime Day

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:15

When a new Prime Day sale gets announced, it's just a matter of time until other retailers get in on the savings. Prime Big Deal Days, aka Amazon's October Prime Day, is coming Oct. 7 and 8, and Walmart is conveniently launching a week of deals starting Oct. 7. And no, that timing is not a coincidence.

Walmart doesn't have a flashy mouthful of a title to the sale like Prime Big Deal Days, but they are teasing lots of good deals. Unlike Prime Big Deal Days or Target's Circle Week, which require you to be a member of the brand's insider program to shop the deals, you don't need to be a Walmart+ member to shop — however, members will get an extra five hours of deals.

While the sale hasn't officially started, on the sale's landing page, Walmart is teasing what's to come. We're expecting tech deals from Apple, home deals up to 50% off, and TV deals from Vizio and LG. Until the sale officially starts tomorrow, here are the best deals we've rounded up at Walmart.

Early Walmart Deals

Being one day out from the official start to Walmart's sale, it's hard to say what are early deals and what will hang around through Oct. 12. While we wait for Oct. 7, here are the best early deals we've found.

Best early Walmart deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G55C Curved Gaming Monitor $179 at Walmart
$249 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it

The early Walmart deals are slim pickings, but we found a gem with this Samsung gaming monitor. The curved gaming monitor spans 27 inches and with a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response, it provides ultra smooth displays. It features AMD FreeSync technology, to prevent image tearing and HDR10 supports a luminous background.

The Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G55C curved gaming monitor is down to $179 at Walmart, saving $70 off its $249 price tag. That saves you 28%, not to mention, it's about $20 cheaper than a similar model listed on Amazon.

More early Walmart dealsWhen is Walmart's anti-Prime Day sale?

Walmart's anti-Prime Day sale kicks off on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 12 AM ET. It will run for a full week, wrapping up on Oct. 12. That's much longer than Prime Big Deal Days which will run for just 48 hours on Oct. 7 and 8.

Walmart's sale will actually start a bit earlier for Walmart+ members, who can start shopping the sale Oct. 6 at 7 PM ET.

Do you need to be a Walmart+ member to shop?

This time, you don't need to be a Walmart+ member to shop the seller's deals. The deals will be available to all shoppers on Oct. 7, however, members do get a head start. Walmart+ members can start shopping Walmart's deals on Oct. 6.

This sale is different from Walmart+ Week, which is a members only event and rather than focusing on product deals, it's centered on special services.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Instagram launches Rings award to honor innovative creators (yes, they really get gold rings)

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 17:00

YouTube has their Creator Award plaques, and now Instagram has their rings.

On Monday, Instagram announced the Rings award, which recognizes creators "who aren’t afraid to take creative chances and do it their way." The winners get a gold ring around their Instagram profile photo and the ability to customize their profile background color and change the "like" button. They will also receive an actual, physical ring.

"Rings isn’t about honoring a specific type of content — it honors a spirit," Instagram said in its press release. "One theme we hear from creators all over the world is the excitement and nervousness that come with making something and putting it out into the world. It takes courage to chase an idea, quiet that inner critic, and create anyway. This award is for the creators who don’t just participate in culture — but shift it, break through whatever barrier holds them back to realize their ambitions. Because every act of creativity, big or small, can lead to something great."

A panel of judges — including Spike Lee, Marc Jacobs, Grace Wales Bonner, KAWS, Pat McGrath, Marques Brownlee aka MKBHD, Yara Shahidi, Cedric Grolet, Ilona Maher, Tainy, Murad Osmann, Eva Chen, and Adam Mosseri — nominated their favorite creators and voted for the final winners. Wales Bonner, one of the judges, designed the ring, which Instagram said in a press release is intended to "inspire even more creativity and reminds us all to take creative chances."

Credit: Instagram

Brownlee, a tech and culture judge with 5.1 million followers on Instagram, 20.4 million followers on YouTube, and a spot on the Mashable 101 list, told Mashable that he has "a pretty good eye for what I call like 'high effort content.' Like when I watch something, and I think to myself, 'that seemed like it was really hard to make,' that makes me really happy."

"A really big part of my own judging criteria was high effort content and creative, and taking risks and trying to make really good stuff," Brownlee said.

While the rings might seem similar to YouTube's subscriber plaques, they don't actually have anything to do with follower count — the basis of YouTube's plaque. Instead, this is the chance to get recognition from your peers, Brownlee said, adding that he's "excited about the creators that will get recognized for this and hopefully the future of the program. Hopefully there's a long future of Rings after this initial wave."

Categories: IT General, Technology

OxygenOS 16, Based on Android 16, Now Has a Release Date

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:54

OnePlus has announced that its next major software update, OxygenOS 16, built on top of Android 16, will launch in India on October 16. The company even teased the launch with the tagline “Intelligently Yours,” which is clearly a nod to the deep AI integration we can expect.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Some of Amazons early Prime Day Apple deals are already add-to-cart worthy

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:52
The best early October Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) $169.99 (save $79.01) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $329 (save $170) Get Deal Best iPad Deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $449 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 (save $200) Get Deal

Apple fans should circle Oct. 7 and 8 on their calendars: That's when Amazon is having its fourth annual Prime Big Deal Days sale. This "October Prime Day" event (an informal Black Friday kickoff) typically prompts record-low prices on AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks, marking one of the absolute best times of year to upgrade any older Apple gadgets that just aren't cutting it.

This year, Prime Big Deal Days comes hot on the heels of Apple's "Awe Dropping" launch of new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. I doubt the new iPhone 17 series or iPhone Air will go on sale once the event starts, but I'm pretty confident we'll see some initial discounts on the new Apple Watch Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3, as well as the updated AirPods Pro 3.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Big Deal Days

Ahead of the actual sale kickoff, the Series 11 is already $10 off (normally $399, now $389). I'd personally wait to see if it dips even lower, but if you're jonesing to have it right away post-release, this is a fine excuse to add it to your cart. An even better pre-Prime Day Apple Watch deal stars its predecessor, the Series 10, which is a whopping $170 off if you opt for cellular connectivity. That blows past its previous all-time low price.

We're also seeing some MacBook and iPad deals that match July's Prime Day prices — including the M4 MacBook Air for $799 and the M3 iPad Air for $449. We've never seen those prices drop any lower, but we'll never say never. Regardless, if you want to grab them before the shopping event begins, you're guaranteed a great price.

In the market for new AirPods? We think you should ultimately hold off until the shopping event starts. Although there's no guarantee they'll get any cheaper, we did see better prices back in July.

Below, I've rounded up over two dozen of the best early October Prime Day Apple deals. I'll continue to monitor prices and flag record lows (marked with a 🔥) in the lead-up to the sale, so check back often.

Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) $169.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $79.01 Get Deal Why we like them

The second-generation AirPods Pro offer top-tier sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a battery life of about seven hours per charge. They're our current favorite earbuds for Apple users, though that may soon change once we finish testing the newer AirPods Pro 3, which have a different design and five swappable ear tips (up from three), even better active noise cancellation, Live Translation, and extra health features. They're a pretty significant upgrade on paper, but if price is your biggest concern, the AirPods Pro 2 are $79 cheaper. While this isn't the cheapest they've ever been, it's still a hefty discount compared to the usual $199 sale price.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C).

More AirPods dealsBest Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) 🔥 $329 at Amazon
$499 Save $170 Get Deal Why we like it

While the Apple Watch Series 10 is virtually identical to its successor in terms of features and design, its battery life is worse. That's not ideal if you plan to regularly use tracking tools like Sleep Score, which get less accurate in Low Power Mode, but it's an easy sacrifice at a price like this. The rose gold Series 10 with cellular connectivity and a light blush sport band is now just $329 — a 34% savings and a new all-time low. Before this month, it never dipped below $370.

This deal is so good, I almost think it might be a fluke on Amazon's part (either that or an inventory-clearing clearance discount). The non-cellular version is on sale for the exact same price there.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple Watch Series 10.

More Apple Watch dealsBest iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) 🔥 $449 at Amazon
$599 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it

Besides a processing upgrade from the M2 to the M3 chip, the 2025 iPad Air features a better battery life (over 14 hours), more advanced Magic Keyboard (optional add-on), and pass-through charging. It's not a huge upgrade by any means, but that's not a bad thing. We think it's the best iPad choice for most people, especially now that it's down to just $449 at Amazon. That's its best price on record.

Read Mashable's full review of the M3 iPad Air.

More iPad dealsBest MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $799 at Amazon
$999 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

The M4 MacBook Air is an absolute powerhouse, outperforming 89% of the laptops in our current testing database (many of which cost significantly more). Not only is it our favorite MacBook for most people, but it also earned a top spot on our list of the best laptops overall for 2025. We think it's an impressive value even at full price, but we certainly aren't going to argue with $200 savings. If you don't need the heavier specs of the MacBook Pro, you can keep a whole lot more cash in your pocket by opting for the Air instead. Going into Prime Big Deal Days, the base model with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage is already sitting at its best price on record — just $799.

Read Mashable's full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4).

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The best Prime Day DJI deals are here — and you should buy them while you still can

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:37
Best DJI early Prime Day Deals: Best mic deal DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $109 (save $60) Get Deal Best camera deal DJI Osmo Action 4 $229 (save $70) Get Deal Best camera stabilizer deal DJI RS 4 Mini $309 (save $60) Get Deal

If you’ve had your eye on any DJI gear, now might be the time to finally go for it. With news of a potential U.S. ban on the company's drones looming and a required national security risk assessment due this December, the future availability of DJI products is uncertain. The company's already having trouble importing its products, and many models are listed as "Out of stock" on DJI's own website.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's October Prime Day is coming on October 7 — here are 30+ early deals to shop now

Despite the supply chain disruptions, DJI still has a “second Prime Day” page live on Amazon with a handful of deals on all sorts of gear. A quick heads-up, though: While we saw some pretty good deals on DJI drones leading up to the sale, they're no longer available. (We're keeping them listed below in case they return.) For now, here are the best active DJI deals you can shop.

Best DJI mic deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $109 at Amazon
$169 Save $60 Get Deal Why we like it

If you've ever tried to film a vlog or an interview with your phone, you know how terrible the audio usually sounds. The DJI Mic Mini is the easiest way to fix that. It's a tiny, ultralight wireless lavalier microphone system that delivers crisp, "detail-rich" audio.

SEE ALSO: The DJI Mic Mini is a one of the best upgrades for content creators

This kit comes with two transmitters (the mics) and one receiver that can plug directly into your iPhone, Android, or camera. You'll also get a charging case, which should give you up to 48 hours of use. It also features built-in noise canceling, which is a lifesaver when you're filming outside.

Best DJI camera deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Action 4 $219 at Amazon
$289 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it

The Osmo Action 4 is a direct competitor to GoPro and is built to handle anything you throw at it. It's fully waterproof and features RockSteady 3.0 stabilization to keep your 4K/120fps footage looking smooth and professional.

What sets it apart is its large 1/1.3-inch sensor, which gives it impressive low-light performance, and its 10-bit and D-Log M color performance for creators who want more flexibility when they're color grading their footage. It also has a long-lasting battery that can handle up to 160 minutes of recording time, which is a huge plus for a day out on the trail or at the beach.

More camera deals Best DJI drone deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 4K Why we like it

The DJI Mini 4K is the drone we recommend for pretty much anyone who's just starting out. It’s incredibly easy to fly and has a bunch of automated "QuickShots" modes that let you capture cinematic-looking footage with just a few taps. The 4K camera is mounted on a 3-axis gimbal, which means your video is always super smooth, even on windy days.

And at under 249 grams, you don't have to register it with the FAA in the U.S., so you can just take it out of the box and start flying. It's the simplest way to get into the hobby and see what all the #DroneTok hype is about.

A note on drone deals: We saw several DJI drones on sale leading up to Prime Big Deal Days, but as of the sale's official start, they're all back to full price. We're keeping the deals listed below in case they come back, and we'll update this story if they do.

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Mazda Enhances the CX-30 With Smart Upgrades for 2026

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:30

For 2026, one Mazda's most popular compact crossovers is getting a thoughtful round of updates designed to keep it fresh in a crowded market. These enhancements refine its appeal without straying from the winning formula that’s made it a standout in the segment.

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75+ early October Prime Day deals: Save on Apple, Sony, and Lego

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:26
Best Early October Prime Day deals Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) $199 (Save $50) Get Deal Best headphone and earbud deal Beats Studio Buds $79.95 (Save $70) Get Deal Best laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1041 (Save $358.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99 (Save $200) Get Deal Best Kindle Deal 3 free months of Kindle Unlimited $0 (Save $35.97) Get Deal Best Amazon device deal Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation (newest model) $34.99 (Save $85) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Robot Vacuum & Mop 🔥 $399 (Save $269) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Garmin Vivoactive 5 $226 (Save $73.99) Get Deal Best boring but essential deal Crest 3D Whitestrips $29.99 (save $16) Get Deal Best Lego deal Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar $38 (save $6.99) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is no longer one glorious day of deals just for Prime members. The flagship Prime Day now spans four days in July, and Amazon has added another annual event in October, too. This year, Prime Big Deal Days returns tomorrow, spanning Oct. 7 and 8. Amazon says its October Prime Day event will deliver millions of deals across categories, giving customers a head start on holiday shopping.

Before the sale begins, it’s worth mapping out what gifts you need to buy or which household goods need restocking. But if you're eager to get an even earlier jump on the holiday shopping, we have some good news. Early deals are already starting to creep in. There are some real gems already available to buy before the chaos of Prime Day takes hold.

Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 denote an all-time low price.

October Prime Day deals to come

Now that Prime Big Deal Days arrive in just a week's time, Amazon is tantalizing customers with a preview of the deals to come. While these deals aren't live yet, here's what we know is to come.

  • Up to 45% off Bose headphones and speakers

  • Up to 40% off on select LG and Hisense TVs and monitors

  • Up to 50% off on select Amazon devices, including Kindle e-readers and Echo devices

  • Up to 65% off chargers and power banks from Anker

  • Up to 50% off vacuums from Shark and Eufy

  • One free grocery item on a Same-Day order at eligible locations

  • Prime members can use Grubhub+ to get $10 off orders of $20 or more

  • Prime members receive triple points on Kindle store purchases during Prime Big Deal Days

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) $169.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $79.01 Get Deal Why we picked this

"The second-generation AirPods Pro offer top-tier sound quality, excellent noise cancellation, and a battery life of about seven hours per charge. They're our current favorite earbuds for Apple users, though that may soon change once we finish testing the newer AirPods Pro 3, which have a different design and five swappable ear tips (up from three), even better active noise cancellation, Live Translation, and extra health features. They're a pretty significant upgrade on paper, but if price is your biggest concern, the AirPods Pro 2 are $79 cheaper for the time being." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C).

More AirPods dealsMacBook dealsApple Watch dealsiPad dealsMore Apple dealsBest headphones and earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Buds $79.95 at Amazon
$149.95 Save $70.00 Get Deal Why we picked this

"In the lead up to Amazon's October Prime Day, we're looking across categories for the best early savings. One of our favorite categories — headphones and earbuds — is looking a little sparse when it comes to deals, but that's not to say that there are no good early deals. We've found a few great ones.

Ahead of Prime Day, find the Beats Studio Buds for 47% off. That saves you $70 off its typical $149.95 MSRP. The Beats Studio Buds deliver well-balanced sound and active noise cancellation in a small package. Plus, like AirPods, they have easy connectivity to iOS systems, but unlike AirPods, they're also well-suited for Android users." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More headphones and earbuds dealsEarly Prime Day Bluetooth speaker dealsBest laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $972 at Amazon
$1,399.99 Save $427.99 Get Deal Why we like it

"The 13.8-inch Surface Laptop 7 with a Snapdragon X Elite chip is our favorite Windows laptop for most people. It's beautiful, it's about as fast as an M4 MacBook Air, and it lasts for nearly 23 hours on a single charge — that's two longer than the M4 Pro-powered MacBook Pro, the longest-lasting MacBook we've tried. (Before you buy it, just double-check that its powerful ARM-based CPU is compatible with your go-to apps.) The black variant with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage is marked down to $972 ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, which is a 31% discount on its $1,399.99 MSRP. It very briefly fell to $918.47 in late September, but this current offer beats its Prime Day deal in July." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

Read Mashable's full review of the 13.8-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

More Windows laptop deals2-in-1 laptop dealsGaming laptop dealsBest TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $200 Get Deal Why we picked this

"The most affordable 65-inch QLED TV we're seeing so far is the same one that was the cheapest 65-inch during Prime Day over the summer — but it's even cheaper now. Snag Insignia's QF Series QLED for $299.99 versus $329.99 in July.

If you've never had a QLED TV before, this XL Insignia model is a great low-stakes opportunity to upgrade. Customers in the reviews seem to be more than satisfied with its picture quality and color vibrancy for the price. As a budget QLED, you can't expect this model to stunt in HDR like a premium Samsung QLED would. But compared to your old LED TV, you'll quickly see the difference those quantum dots are making — they'll especially pop when watching football in the daytime." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

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Best Kindle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Unlimited $0 at Amazon
$35.97 Save $35.97 Free for 3 months (save $35.97) Get Deal Why we picked this

"The best Kindle deal isn't actually on one of Amazon's e-readers. Instead, Amazon is offering three months of Kindle Unlimited totally free. Think of it like a streaming service, except for e-books. Joining Kindle Unlimited gives you access to the Kindle Unlimited library, from which you can borrow. But unlike the library, there's no due date on these borrowed books; the only restriction is that you can borrow up to 20 books at a time.

Leading up to and during Prime Big Deal Days, you can join Kindle Unlimited for three months — totally free. The promotion is available to everyone, even if you've already used up your free trial. This is a $35.97 value that you can score without spending a penny. Plus, you don't actually need a Kindle to enjoy Kindle Unlimited. You can read from the Kindle library on your smartphone, tablet, or web browser." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More Kindle dealsBest Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Buds with Active Noise Cancellation (newest model) 🔥 $34.99 at Amazon
$119.99 Save $85 Get Deal Why we picked this

"There's no way around it: A shit ton of people are going to buy AirPods this October Prime Day. But for those who aren't married to Apple's earbuds (or how often they seem to break), just know that the latest version of Amazon's Echo Buds with ANC are just $34.99 after a 71% discount. That beats their Prime Day price from July by $10, and you could get five pairs of Echo Buds for less than the $199.99 sale price of the AirPods Pro 2.

Amazon's noise cancellation doesn't level with the effectiveness of those AirPods or other top noise-cancelling earbuds, but casual music or podcast listeners may not care at this price point." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

More Amazon device dealsFire tablet dealsEcho dealsFire TV dealsFire TV deals from non-Amazon brandsBlink home security dealsOther Amazon device dealsBest robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Robot Vacuum & Mop 🔥 $399.99 at Amazon
$665 Save $265.01 Get Deal Why we picked this

"When it comes to robot vacuums, I always turn to Mashable's in-house robot vacuum expert, Leah Stodart. When I asked her about these deals, she pointed out that iRobot marked down the Roomba Plus 405 to $399.99, making it one of the most affordable combo robot vacuums and mops. That saves you $265.01 off its list price of $665 for 40% off.

The Roomba Plus 405 includes both vacuum and mopping abilities, featuring strong suction to really scrub at dirt and grime. It features four cleaning levels that you can adjust from the iRobot app. Plus, its dock not only empties the vacuum, but even cleans the mopping pads for a truly hands-free experience.

While we're not sure what other combo vacuum and mop deals are coming during Prime Big Deal Days, we can safely say that the Roomba Plus 405 is one of the best deals you can get ahead of the event." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More robot vacuum dealsMore robot vacuum and mop dealsBest smartwatch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Vivoactive 5 $226 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $73.99 Get Deal Why we picked this

"The Garmin vívoactive 5 was recently replaced as the newest model by the vívoactive 6, but the 5 still holds a special place in our hearts. This is what we'd call a perfect all-rounder fitness tracker, perfect for tracking long runs and cycles while also still having a great range of lifestyle features like sleep tracking, stress levels, and body battery. It's also a vast improvement over the vívoactive 4, and even has a bright AMOLED display, making it appear even more high-tech." — Lois Mackenzie, Mashable contributor

More smartwatch dealsBest essentials deal Opens in a new window Credit: Crest Crest 3D Whitestrips $29.99 at Amazon
$45.99 Save $16.00 Get Deal

"Prime Day sales are the perfect time to restock your home or apartment with essentials like paper towels, cleaning products, batteries, and health necessities. An always-reliable Prime Day deal is Crest Whitestrips, and once again, they're on a great discount before we head into October's sale. The 22-treatment set has 44 strips in total, and it's on sale for $29.99, which works out to a sweet 35% discount compared to the usual price of $45.99. Plus, this deal qualifies for Proctor and Gamble's buy two, get $5 off coupon deal, so if you snag two boxes of Whitestrips, you'll be saving even more." — Lauren Allain, Mashable contributor

More essentials dealsBest Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar $38 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $6.99 Get Deal Why we like it

"For those looking to get a head start on holiday shopping, Lego's advent calendars are a very fun pick-up. It's even better when they can be found on sale. Right now, the 2025 Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar is down to its best price at Amazon, dropping from $44.99 to $38. If you're looking to grab one for the kids to enjoy over the holidays, now is a great time to jump on it." — Hannah Hoolihan, Mashable contributor

More Lego dealsBest portable power station deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 portable power station $429 at Amazon
$799 Save $370 Get Deal Why we like it

"A portable power station is one of the most useful items you can buy for your home this year. They've seen major advancements in both battery technology and user-friendliness recently, and the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is a standout model. It's an ideal combination of power (1,056Wh), plenty of ports, and it's on sale ahead of Prime Day for $429, which is the lowest price Amazon has ever offered.

When the power gets knocked out by a storm this fall or winter, you'll be able to use the C1000 to keep phones and laptops charged up. You can also use it to power up the coffee maker in the morning or plug in the WiFi router so you won't have to suck down data.

Come summer, the Anker Solix C1000 can come along on camping trips, and if you snag a solar panel, you'll be in line for unlimited power." — Lauren Allain, Mashable contributor

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Target Circle Week is here: Stock up on essentials and new tech

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:24

Amazon's October Prime Day (dubbed "Prime Big Deal Days") is just a day away, which means the competing anti-Prime Day sales are officially live. Target's sale, Target Circle Week, kicked off on Oct. 5 and runs through Oct. 11 with a heavy focus on the holiday season.

The deals are especially great for Halloween lovers, with big savings on costumes, decorations, and candy. While the sale is a members-only event, Target's Circle membership is completely free to join.

The best deals to shop during Target Circle Week Opens in a new window Credit: Target Target Circle Week Shop Now Top Target Circle Week deals Apple AirPods 4 $99.99 (save $30) Get Deal Beats Solo 4 $129.99 (save $70) Get Deal Ninja Creami $199.99 (get $30 Target gift card with purchase) Get Deal GE Profile Opal nugget ice maker $299.99 (save $200) Get Deal Hydro Flask wide mouth flex straw bottle $26.99 (save $18) Get Deal Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $17.99 (save $17) Get Deal Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ $209.99 (save $60) Get Deal What is Target Circle Week?

Target Circle Week is a week-long sale event originally created as an "anti-Prime Day sale." It typically happens twice a year, in July and October, to coincide with Amazon's Prime Day dates. During the event, Target offers daily deal drops and week-long deals with savings of up to 50% on top brands. The retailer also often matches Amazon's Prime Day prices, letting you get the same savings without a paid Prime membership.

When is Target Circle Week?

The current Target Circle Week is happening now and runs from Oct. 5 through Oct. 11. While Amazon's Prime Day events typically last for a few days, Target's sale is a full week-long event.

Do you need to be a Circle member to shop Target Circle Week?

Yes, you need to be a Target Circle member to get the exclusive savings during Circle Week. However, the membership is completely free and easy to join. In addition to accessing the sale, Circle members get other year-round perks, including a 5% birthday gift, personalized deals, and savings that are automatically applied at checkout.

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Get a 65-inch QLED TV for $299.99 before October Prime Day starts tomorrow, plus other TV deals already live

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:14

We're just one day away from Prime Big Deal Days and the TV deals are getting even better. Last week, we were pleased by the early deals cropping up, and this week prices are dropping even further. In particular, Amazon is killing it with the cheap QLED TV selection — a couple 65-inch and 75-inch QLEDs have dropped below $500 ahead of October Prime Day.

SEE ALSO: The 25 best early October Prime Day Apple deals on AirPods, MacBooks, and more

Amazon shocked us all by actually having good TV deals during Prime Day in July — historically, Amazon hadn't exactly been a hot spot for TV deals outside of Fire TVs. There's no reason to not expect Amazon to bring the same energy for October Prime Day (Prime Big Deal Days, to be official). Evidence is already popping up.

The best early October Prime Day TV deals at a glance Best 43-inch TV deal Hisense 43-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV 🔥 $149.99 (save $150) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Insignia 55-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $209.99 (save $190) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch Canvas QLED 4K TV (2025 model) $1,499.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal

We're tracking all of the worthwhile early deals on TVs ahead of Prime Big Deal Days TV deals below, organized by size and then by price. All TVs chosen below have 4K resolution and LED backlighting at the least. If any model bumps up to 8K resolution or QLED or OLED lighting, we'll note it specifically.

Note: Deals with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price.

Best Prime Big Deal Days TV deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 65-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $299.99
$499.99 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

The most affordable 65-inch QLED TV we're seeing so far is the same one that was the cheapest 65-inch during Prime Day over the summer — but it's even cheaper now. Snag Insignia's QF Series QLED for $299.99 versus $329.99 in July.

If you've never had a QLED TV before, this XL Insignia model is a great low-stakes opportunity to upgrade. Customers in the reviews seem to be more than satisfied with its picture quality and color vibrancy for the price. As a budget QLED, you can't expect this model to stunt in HDR like a premium Samsung QLED would. But compared to your old LED TV, you'll quickly see the difference those quantum dots are making — they'll especially pop when watching football in the daytime.

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When AI Meets Biology: Promise, Risk, and Responsibility

Microsoft Research - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:03

Advances in AI are opening extraordinary frontiers in biology. AI-assisted protein engineering holds the promise of new medicines, materials, and breakthroughs in scientific understandings. Yet these same technologies also introduce biosecurity risks and may lower barriers to designing harmful toxins or pathogens. This “dual-use” potential, where the same knowledge can be harnessed for good or misuse to cause harm, poses a critical dilemma for modern science.

Great Promise—and Potential Threat

I’m excited about the potential for AI-assisted protein design to drive breakthroughs in biology and medicine. At the same time, I’ve also studied how these tools could be misused. In computer-based studies, we found that AI protein design (AIPD) tools could generate modified versions of proteins of concern, such as ricin. Alarmingly, these reformulated proteins were able to evade the biosecurity screening systems used by DNA synthesis companies, which scientists rely on to synthesize AI-generated sequences for experimental use.

In our paper published in Science on October 2, “Strengthening nucleic acid biosecurity screening against generative protein design tools (opens in new tab),” we describe a two-year confidential project we began in late 2023 while preparing a case study for a workshop on AI and biosecurity.

We worked confidentially with partners across organizations and sectors for 10 months to develop AI biosecurity “red-teaming” methods that allowed us to better understand vulnerabilities and craft practical solutions—”patches” that have now been adopted globally, making screening systems significantly more AI-resilient.

Summary of AIPD red-teaming workflow.

For structuring, methods, and process in our study, we took inspiration from the cybersecurity community, where “zero-day” vulnerabilities are kept confidential until a protective patch is developed and deployed. Following the acknowledgment by a small group of workshop attendees of a zero-day for AI in biology, we worked closely with stakeholders—including synthesis companies, biosecurity organizations, and policymakers—to rapidly create and distribute patches that improved detection of AI-redesigned protein sequences. We delayed public disclosure until protective measures were in place and widely adopted.

Dilemma of Disclosure

The dual use dilemma also complicates how we share information about vulnerabilities and safeguards. Across AI and other fields, researchers face a core question:

How can scientists share potentially risk-revealing methods and results in ways that enable progress without offering a roadmap for misuse?

We recognized that our work itself—detailing methods and failure modes—could be exploited by malicious actors if published openly. To guide decisions about what to share, we held a multi-stakeholder deliberation involving government agencies, international biosecurity organizations, and policy experts. Opinions varied: some urged full transparency to maximize reproducibility—and to help others to build on our work; others stressed restraint to minimize risk. It was clear that a new model of scientific communication was needed, one that could balance openness and security.

The Novel Framework

The risk of sharing dangerous information through biological research has become a growing concern. We have participated in community-wide discussion on the challenges, including a recent National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine workshop and study. 

In preparing our manuscript for publication, we worked on designing a process to limit the spread of dangerous information while still enabling scientific progress. 

To address the dual challenges, we devised a tiered access system for data and methods, implemented in partnership with the International Biosecurity and Biosafety Initiative for Science (IBBIS) (opens in new tab), a nonprofit dedicated to advancing science while reducing catastrophic risks. The system works as follows:

  • Controlled access: Researchers can request access through IBBIS, providing their identity, affiliation, and intended use. Requests are reviewed by an expert biosecurity committee, ensuring that only legitimate scientists conducting relevant research gain access.
  • Stratified tiers of information: Data and code are classified into several tiers according to their potential hazard, from low-risk summaries through sensitive technical data to critical software pipelines.
  • Safeguards and agreements: Approved users sign tailored usage agreements, including non-disclosure terms, before receiving data.
  • Resilience and longevity: Provisions are built in for declassification when risks subside, and for succession of stewardship to trusted organizations should IBBIS be unable to continue its operation.

This framework allows replication and extension of our work while guarding against misuse. Rather than relying on secrecy, it provides a durable system of responsible access.

To ensure continued funding for the storage and responsible distribution of sensitive data and software, and for the operation of the sharing program, we provided an endowment to IBBIS to support the program in perpetuity. This approach was modeled after the One Hundred Year Study on AI at Stanford, which is endowed to continue for the life of the university.

An Important Step in Scientific Publishing

We are pleased that the leadership at Science accepted our approach to handling information hazards. To our knowledge, this is the first time a leading scientific journal has formally endorsed a tiered-access approach to manage an information hazard. This recognition validates the idea that rigorous science and responsible risk management can coexist—and that journals, too, can play a role in shaping how sensitive knowledge is shared. We acknowledge the visionary leadership at Science, including editors, Michael Funk and Valda Vinson, and Editor-in-Chief, Holden Thorp.

Beyond Biology: A Model for Sensitive Research

While developed for AI-powered protein design, our approach offers a generalizable model for dual-use research of concern (DURC) across disciplines. Whether in biology, chemistry, or emerging technologies, scientists will increasingly confront situations where openness and security pull in opposite directions. Our experience shows that these values can be balanced: with creativity, coordination, and new institutional mechanisms, science can uphold both reproducibility and responsibility.

We hope this framework becomes a template for future projects, offering a way forward for researchers who wish to share their insights without amplifying risks. By embedding resilience into how knowledge is communicated—not just what is communicated—we can ensure that scientific progress continues to serve humanity safely.

The responsible management of information hazards is no longer a peripheral concern: it is central to how science will advance in the age of powerful technologies like AI. This approach to managing information hazards demonstrates a path forward, where novel frameworks for access and stewardship allow sensitive but vital research to be shared, scrutinized, and extended responsibly. Approaches like this will be critical to ensuring that scientific openness and societal safety advance hand-in-hand.

Additional reading

Strengthening nucleic acid biosecurity screening against generative protein design tools.

The Age of AI in the Life Sciences: Benefits and Biosecurity Considerations, National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, 2025. (opens in new tab)

Disseminating In Silico and Computational Biological Research: Navigating Benefits and Risks: Proceedings of a Workshop, National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, 2025. (opens in new tab)

Protecting scientific integrity in an age of generative AI, Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, 2024. (opens in new tab)

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Smart TV Makers Need to Kill Their Proprietary OSes

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 16:00

It seems that almost every big TV brand has their own custom operating system, and that sounds reasonable, until you consider that smart TVs are basically big stationary smartphones these days.

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5 Movies to Watch on Prime Video This Week (October 6 - 12)

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 15:00

You know how it is: even though there are countless new movies to watch on streaming each month, it's hard to find something worth your time. But what if someone else figured it out and all you had to worry about was the popcorn?

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Die My Love trailer: Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinsons romance sours in Lynne Ramsays latest

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 15:00

For anyone who was locked into the YA film boom of the 2010s, the prospect of a film starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson is a thrilling one.

SEE ALSO: 2025 fall movie preview: Every upcoming film you ought to know about

Not only did the two each lead massive film franchises in The Hunger Games and Twilight, they also seamlessly made the jump into more adult projects. Lawrence won an Academy Award for her performance in Silver Linings Playbook and began producing independent films like 2022's Causeway. Meanwhile, Pattinson leaned fully into his "weird guy" energy, bringing it to 2022's The Batman and 2025's Mickey 17.

Now, the pair unite in MUBI's upcoming thriller Die My Love, directed by Lynne Ramsay (We Need to Talk About Kevin). Ramsay co-wrote the film with Enda Walsh and Alice Birch, adapting it from the 2012 novel of the same name by Ariana Harwicz.

Lawrence and Pattinson star as Grace and Jackson, a loving young couple. They, along with their newborn baby, move from New York to a country home in Montana that once belonged to Jackson's uncle. As Grace begins to experience postpartum depression, the isolation of their new surroundings only makes things worse, causing her to spiral and her marriage to Jackson to suffer.

Die My Love premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, where it received mostly positive reviews. Lawrence in particular earned praise for her performance, which, from the looks of the trailer, promises to be one of her most intense turns yet. Check out the full trailer above to see Lawrence and Pattinson's marriage fray.

Die My Love also stars LaKeith Stanfield, Nick Nolte, and Sissy Spacek. It will hit theaters Nov. 7.

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Tons of great Pokémon deals to catch ahead of October Prime Day

Mashable - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 14:42

Amazon’s October Prime Day — also known as Prime Big Deal Days — is nearly upon us, officially running on Oct. 7 and 8, but early Pokémon deals and bargains are already appearing faster than an Abra’s Teleport. Whether you’re a seasoned Pokémon TCG collector, a nostalgic anime fan, or someone just looking to add a bit of Pikachu sparkle to your wardrobe, there are already plenty of ways to save.

Right now, along with Amazon’s best early Prime Day deals across all categories, the retailer has quietly rolled out a surprising range of Pokémon discounts — covering everything from trading card booster bundles and plush toys to specially made figures, apparel, and even official binders to keep your rare pulls pristine. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on cards, since they’re currently below market value, and are expected to sell out quickly.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Big Deal Days

These early deals cater to all kinds of trainers, whether you’re a competitive card collector seeking the latest Scarlet & Violet expansions, a parent hunting for kid-friendly toys, or an anime enthusiast looking to complete your DVD collection with Ash & Pikachu’s classic adventures.

Mashable has spotted a handful of stand-out offers that blend genuine value with collector appeal, and we’ll continue to update this list once Amazon’s Big Deal Days begin in earnest. So, keep an eye on this space as more Poké-savings evolve over the next few days.

Best Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: Pokémon Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Binder Box $47.99 at Amazon
$67.89 Save $19.90 Get Deal Why we like it

Packs of Black Bolt & White Flare cards have been in short supply in the world of the Pokémon TCG lately, but getting 29% off this Black Bolt Binder Box is a fantastic early Prime Day deal. You can potentially get some solid pulls and store your special rares all in one go.

Priced at $47.99 (down from $67.89), it offers solid savings on a premium bundle that combines both functionality and Gen-V fun. It's also selling for market value at Amazon right now according to TCGPlayer. Inside, you’ll find a themed 9-pocket binder capable of holding hundreds of cards, plus five Black Bolt booster packs from the Scarlet & Violet expansion and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

Each pack gives you the chance to pull striking cards, including rare Zekrom variants worth hundreds of dollars, a practically priceless Victini, and a picturesque Special Illustration Rare of N’s plan. While pull rates vary, fans of the Pokémon Black and White games will still love even the common cards from this set, dedicated to the franchise’s fifth generation. 

The binder’s tight-fit sleeves and elastic closure add an extra layer of polish too — making this a tidy, display-ready set that’s great value for collectors and gift-givers alike.

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5 Must-See HBO Max Movies to Stream This Week (October 6 - 12)

How-To Geek - Mon, 10/06/2025 - 14:00

Finally, October is upon us, which means we can start trickling a few more Spooky Season movies into our watchlists to get us in the mood for Halloween.

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