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As a value-oriented gamer and PC builder, I've always looked for ways to get the most bang for my buck when putting a system together. Storage is a key part of any build, but there's a fine line between buying what you need and what you think you need—the latter is where money starts to get wasted. So, here's a simple strategy that'll help you balance speed, capacity, and cost in your desktop PC.

Krita, an open source digital painting app, has rolled out version 5.3.0 and 6.0.0 simultaneously. After several years in development, both versions come with significant updates and share nearly identical features. Krita 5.3 continues to run on Qt 5, while Krita 6 moves to Qt 6 and is still considered in the experimental phase. The dual-release strategy ensures stability for current users while making 6.0 the primary version before the end of the year.

DarkSword, the web-based hacker tool that can be used to steal data from millions of iPhones, has just been published on GitHub for public use. Cybersecurity experts say Russian hacking groups are actively using DarkSword "to fully compromise devices."

Now that the exploit is public, any would-be cybercriminal can just quickly copy and paste the DarkSword code, take a few minutes to set it up on their web host, and deploy the spyware.

Last week, reports about the new hacker tool called DarkSword sparked so much concern in the security world that Apple was forced to issue a quick response explaining how the company is addressing the threat. The reports came from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group and two cybersecurity firms, iVerify and Lookout.

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What is DarkSword?

DarkSword is an exploit that lets hackers steal data from vulnerable iPhones running outdated versions of iOS.

DarkSword has concerned cybersecurity professionals because it doesn't require that the hacker's target download any malware or corrupted files. Hackers can simply download the DarkSword HTML and Javascript and upload it to a compromised website. If a user with an old version of iOS visits the compromised site, their device becomes vulnerable. The hacker can then steal data such as passcodes, emails, private messages, and more from the victim's iPhone.

As Lookout reported last week:

In a tangible example of how attacks are evolving, Lookout Threat Labs has discovered DarkSword, a full iOS exploit chain and payload for iPhones running iOS versions between iOS 18.4 and 18.6.2...DarkSword aims to extract an extensive set of personal information including credentials from the device and specifically targets a plethora of crypto wallet apps, hinting at a financially motivated threat actor. Notably, DarkSword appears to take a ‘hit-and-run’ approach by collecting and exfiltrating the targeted data from the device within seconds or at most minutes followed by cleanup.

Google cybersecurity researchers reported that the notorious hacker group UNC6353, which is suspected to have ties with the Russian government, previously deployed DarkSword on compromised Ukrainian government agency sites to target iPhone users within Ukraine.

iVerify told TechCrunch that the DarkSword exploit that's now in the wild is slightly different but "shared the same infrastructure." According to iVerify, no iOS experience is needed to run the exploit and it will work "out of the box."

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As TechCrunch also reported, another X user shared that they were able to hack their iPad mini 6th gen running iOS 18.6.2 with the DarkSword exploit that was just released in the wild.

Apple previously reported on its developer website that nearly 25 percent of all iPhones are still running iOS 18, meaning hundreds of millions of iOS devices are susceptible to this exploit. The current version of iOS is iOS 26.3.1.

How to protect your Apple devices from DarkSword

Google's Threat Intelligence Group urged iOS users to update their devices to the newest version of iOS, and if that's not possible, to activate the iPhone's Lockdown Mode.

Apple also said that it pushed out a critical security update on March 11 for older iOS devices that can't install the more up-to-date iOS in order to protect these devices from DarkSword. Users with devices running iOS 13 or iOS 14 need to update to iOS 15 to receive these critical protections.

For much of the past five years, I have done my job using various Android devices as my primary computer. You could think of that as my one neat trick. But Android has a feature of its own that has often helped me be more productive working on a touchscreen than sitting at my keyboard, and it's an icon tucked away at the top of your virtual keyboard.

Best noise-cancelling headphones deals ahead of the Big Spring Sale Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 (save $61.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Sony WF-C710N $88 (save $41.99) Get Deal

If spring is the season of cleaning and rebirth, why can't that include your old, half-functioning noise-cancelling headphones barely hanging on to half their original battery life?

While Black Friday and Prime Day are generally great times of year to pick up a new pair of headphones, that doesn't mean you're left high and dry in the spring, especially thanks to Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

The sitewide sale starts for its third year running on March 25 and goes all the way through March 31. Prime and non-Prime members alike can enjoy savings, and while this sale is more focused on season-appropriate savings like outdoor gear, home essentials, and cleaning supplies, historically we've also seen great deals on tech like noise-cancelling headphones.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25 this year. Here's how we're prepping for it.

The Spring Sale isn't necessarily Black Friday-level, so some early deals are just as good as what you'll see live during the sale. With that in mind, we gathered 20 of the best noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds deal live ahead of the sale:

Note: any deals with a strike are no longer available at the time of writing.

Best noise-cancelling headphones on sale Sony WH-1000XM6 $398 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $61.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

Sony's flagship WH-1000XM6 headphones may not be the cheapest out there, even on sale for $61.99 off. Still, they're some of the best headphones out there, and certainly one of the best sounding ones, with a great equalizer for fine tuning your listening experience. Add with their solid battery life, excellent ANC, and folding ear cups for some travel portability, and you have some well-rounded headphones. If you're looking for a cheaper option, we recommend the Sony WH-CH720N.

Check out our full review of the Sony WH-1000XM6.

More early noise cancelling headphones deals

• JLab JBuds Lux ANC — $59.99 $79.99 (save $20)

• Soundcore Q30 — $59.99 $79.99 (save $20)

• Sony WH-CH720N — $98 $179.99 (save $81.99)

• Sennheiser Accentum — $99.95 $189.95 (save $90)

• JBL Live 770NC — $119.95 $199.95 (save $80)

• Beats Solo 4 — $129.95 $199.95 (save $70)

• Sony ULT Wear — $148 $249.99 (save $101.99)

• Marshall Monitor III — $248.99 $379.99 (save $131)

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 — $249.95 $449.95 (save $200)

• Sony WH-1000XM5 — $298 $399.99 (save $101.99)

• Apple AirPods Max — $449.99 $549 (save $99.01)

Best noise-cancelling earbuds on sale Sony WF-C710N $88 at Amazon
$129.99 Save $41.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

While there are plenty of great noise-cancelling earbuds out there, not all of them can claim to offer a performance that beats that AirPods 4 while costing less than $100. With the Sony WF-C710N on sale for $88, that's exactly the case. While this isn't the absolute lowest price we've caught these earbuds at (that would be $69.99), you'll still save an impressive 32% on them. And, you'll get a pair of earbuds with solid ANC, a comfortable enough fit for at least a few hours of continuous wear, easy to use touch controls, classic well-rounded Sony sound, and 8.5 hours of battery life per charge.

Check out our full review of the Sony WH-C710N.

More early noise-cancelling earbuds deals

• CMF Buds 2a — $29 $39 (save $10)

• Nothing Ear (a) — $79 $109 (save $30)

• OnePlus Buds 4 — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50)

• Beats Studio Buds+ — $99.95 $169.95 (save $70)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE — $128.21 $149.99 (save $21.78)

• Bose QuietComfort earbuds — $139 $179 (save $40)

• Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 — $169 $229 (save $60)

• Beats Powerbeats Fit — $189 $199.99 (save $10.99)

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $199.99 $249.95 (save $49.96)

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199.99 $249 (save $49.01)

• Technics EAH-AZ100 — $247.99 $299.99 (save $52)

• Sony WF-1000XM6 — $298 $329.99 (save $31.99)

Apple Maps might get a fairly big change soon, and it's one that few people will be excited about.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported this week that Apple will put advertisements in the Maps app on iPhone this summer, with an initial announcement as early as this month. Rather than bombarding users with annoying pop-up ads, it sounds like it'll be more of a "sponsored search results" sort of thing, so you might see an ad for a specific restaurant or Uber Eats as part of a search query, even when that's not exactly what you were looking for.

This idea also came up in a report last year, but it sounds like it's actually happening soon. According to Gurman, the Apple Maps ads would operate similar to ads on Google Maps, with advertisers bidding on search terms like "coffee" or "thai food."

SEE ALSO: Apple WWDC 2026 is official, with iOS 27 and 'AI advancements' on the menu

Nobody likes it when a previously ad-free app gets ads, but in complete fairness to all involved, Google Maps has had sponsored search results for years, and that hasn't stopped it from becoming the go-to navigation app. Users will put up with fairly non-intrusive ads as long as the app does its job, which has sometimes been a problem for Apple Maps over the years.

Despite all of that, though, the reception to the idea on social media has been pretty cold. Frosty, in fact.

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Perhaps people are just tired of constantly being advertised to in every part of their lives.

One reason iOS users might be angry? Apple is already reporting record sales in 2026, with Tim Cook calling the demand for iPhones "simply staggering."

Best early Amazon Big Spring Sale portable power stations deals at a glance Best Bluetti deal Bluetti Elite 100 V2 $399 at Amazon (save $400) Get Deal Best Anker Solix deal Anker Soloix F3800 Portable Power Station, BP3800 Expansion Battery, and 400W Solar Panel $4,399 at Amazon (save $2,998) Get Deal Best Jackery deal Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $429 (save $370) Get Deal

Amazon saw the sun setting later, smelled flowers blooming, and felt warmer temps and decided to celebrate. The Amazon Big Spring Sale is slated to kick off tomorrow, March 25, with big discounts. That's proving to be great news if you're in the market for a portable power station.

A portable power station has become a must-have tech item. It's like your favorite noise-cancelling earbuds — no idea how we survived without them. A portable power station will be a savior during power outages, keeping the refrigerator running, phones charged up, and the WiFi router giving off a connection. A portable power station is also well worth packing along on upcoming camping trips. Think of movie nights under the stars thanks to a powered-up portable projector and with fresh popcorn.

The one snag here is that batteries aren't cheap, and that's especially true of high-tech and long-lasting batteries found in portable power stations. Because of this, shopping for a power station during major sales like the Amazon Big Spring Sale is a wise move. Here are some of our favorite models that are already seeing steep discounts before the sale officially begins.

Best Bluetti deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti Elite 100 V2 $394.98 at Amazon
$799 Save $404.02   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're hoping to keep phones and small devices charged up during a power outage or while camping, the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 comes with 1,024Wh of battery power. Bluetti mentions this battery power will recharge a phone about 52 times or keep the WiFi router on for nearly 50 hours. Its compact size and weight of about 25 pounds makes it especially easy to pack along on the camping trip or carry around the house during a power outage.

The early Amazon Big Spring Sale price brings the Bluetti Elite 100 V2 down to $399, which is a 50% discount compared to its list price of $799.

More Bluetti deals

• Bluetti Elite 30 V2 — $219 $299 (save $80)

• Bluetti Elite 200 V2 — $799 $949 (save $150)

• Bluetti Elite 300 — $1,099 $1,699 (save $600)

• Bluetti Apex 300 — $1,444 $1,699 (save $255)

Best Anker Solix deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Solix Anker Soloix F3800 Portable Power Station, BP3800 Expansion Battery, and 400W Solar Panel $4,399 at Amazon
$7,397 Save $2,998   Get Deal

The massive Anker Solix F3800 is ideal for home backup should the power cut out. On its own, the Solix F3800 comes with 3,8400 Wh of battery capacity to keep your tech running without grid power, but Anker made this deal even better ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The Solix F3800 comes bundled with BP3800 Expansion Battery and a 400W solar panel. The extra battery brings the total capacity up to 7,680Wh while the addition of a solar panels puts you in line for recharging off-grid.

More Anker Solix deals

• Anker Solix C300 — $179.99 $249.99 (save $230)

• Anker Solix C1000 — $499.99 $799 (save $299.01)

• Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 — $999 $1,499 (save $500)

• Anker Solix F2000 — $999.99 $1,999 (save $999.01)

• Anker Solix F3800 — $2,299 $2,599 (save $300)

Best Jackery deal Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $429 at Amazon
$799 Save $370   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're looking for a portable power station to take along to the campground this summer, the Jackery Explorer 100 V2 is an ideal model. It's a mix of portability, durability, solid port options, and it's on sale for under $430. This Jackery model comes with 1,070Wh for recharging your phones while camping, keeping the speaker ready to go, and powering up the projector for movie nights. Plus, it weighs under 24 pounds, so you won't have to struggle lugging it around camp.

More Jackery deals

• Jackery SolarSaga 100W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel — $199 $299 (save $100)

• Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 — $749 $1,499 (save $750)

• Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus — $1,599 $2,799 (save $1,200)

More portable power stations on sale at Amazon

• EcoFlow River 2 Pro — $315 $529 (save $214)

• Segway Cube 2000 — $538.98 $899.99 (save $361.01)

• DJI Power 1000 — $349 $699 (save $350)

• DJI Power 1000 V2 — $364 $699 (save $335)

• DJI Power 2000 — $699 $1,299 (save $600)

• EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 — $2,299 $3,699 (save $1,400)

The Subaru lineup is heading into unexplored or “Uncharted” territory, no pun intended. At a time when the average price of a new car is floating at or near the $50,000 mark, Subaru is hedging its bets on an all-new, yet affordable electric vehicle.

High horsepower used to come with a high price tag, especially in the world of performance cars. Reaching the 400-horsepower mark typically meant stepping into premium territory, where sports cars quickly became expensive to buy and own. In 2026, however, one model is breaking that pattern by delivering serious performance at a price point far lower than expected.

If you have had connection issues with virtual private networks (VPNs) on your Android phone or tablet, you’re not alone. A bug with always-on VPNs in Android 16 is causing connections to fail, and Google has been aware of the problem for months.

A quick look at the best Amazon Shark deals ahead of the Big Spring Sale Best stick vacuum deal Shark Clean & Empty $249.00 at Amazon (save $150) Get Deal Best hair tool deal Shark FlexStyle (6 attachments) $299.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best spot cleaner deal Shark StainForce $149.99 at Amazon (save $50) Get Deal Best skincare deal Shark FacialPro Glow with DePuffi $349.00 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal

There are few home categories that Shark doesn't have a stake in. Floor care has been its bread and butter for a while, of course. But skincare, hair care, and and air care, too? It's Dyson-level variety at this point. But when it comes to deals during major Amazon sale events, there are typically more good Shark deals than good Dyson deals. The early deals of Amazon's 2026 Big Spring Sale tell the same story.

SEE ALSO: The Shark vs. Roomba debate is stale in 2026, but at least Shark is trying to revive its robot vacuum line

We're tracking all of the best early deals on Shark vacuums, Shark beauty tools, Shark air purifiers, and more, live ahead of the sale's March 25 kickoff. A handful of our absolute favorite Shark products are already on sale, but we'll be updating this story as more deals on Shark devices trickle in throughout the week. (Fingers crossed for a legit CryoGlow red light mask deal.)

Best Shark vacuum deal Shark Clean & Empty BU3521 $249 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $150.99   Get Deal at Amazon Why we like it

It'll be hard for any spring vacuum deal to beat this Shark Clean & Empty model as the best affordable stick vacuum setup. It automatically empties itself and charges every time you hang it back up on the dock (which also acts as built-in storage). That means you're starting every cleaning session with an empty dustbin, and that means you'll have unmistakeable visible proof of the gunk that's been sucked up in the room at hand.

It's not Shark's most powerful self-emptying stick vacuum, but it is almost 40 percent cheaper than Shark's most powerful self-emptying stick vacuum when it's on sale. Weighing in at just under six pounds, this Clean & Empty model is lighter than most cordless vacuums out there — including 30 percent lighter than the popular Shark Vertex Pro, which doesn't come with an auto-empty dock.

SEE ALSO: Shark FacialPro Glow review: The pore de-clogging is legit, but it may not be right for every skin type What about Shark robot vacuum deals?

The Shark robot vacuums on sale so far are decent if you really want a Shark, but I hesitate to hit full send on recommending one unless it's the PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1: The best Shark robot vacuum right now. The $1,299.99 robot vacuum and mop combo with blacklight stain detect hasn't even been out for a month, and the chances of it seeing a discount this soon are iffy. If you have $300 or $600 to spend on a robot vacuum this spring, there are more value-packed robot vacuum deals from other brands live at Amazon.

More early Shark Big Spring Sale deals

Robot vacuums

• Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 with Self-Empty Base — $299.99 $699.99 (save $400)

• Shark Stratos 2-in-1 with NeverTouch Base — $549.99 $999.99 (save $450)

Cordless vacuums

• Shark Pet Cordless IX141 — $149.99 $299.99 (save $150)

• Shark PowerDetect Pet Plus with Auto-Empty System — $399.99 $599.99 (save $200)

• Shark Stratos IZ862H — $299.99 $499.99 (save $200)

• Shark Vertex Pro IZ662H — $269.99 $449.99 (save $180)

Corded vacuums

• Shark Stratos — $299.99 $529.99 (save $230)

• Shark Detect Pro Speed Lift-Away — $299.98 $399.99 (save $100.01)

Hair tools

• Shark Glossi — $129.99 $179.99 (save $50)

• Shark SpeedStyle — $159 $229 (save $70)

• Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex (4 attachments) — $189 $229 (save $60.99)

• Shark FlexStyle (3 attachments) — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

Skincare devices

• Shark FacialPro Glow with DePuffi — $299 $399 (save $100)

Upright and portable carpet and upholstery cleaners

• Shark StainForce Cordless Stain System — $149.99 $199.99 (save $50)

• Shark StainStriker + Chemical Tool — $109.99 $149.99 (save $40)

• Shark StainStriker HairPro — $129.99 $159.99 (save $30)

• Shark CarpetXPert HairPro — $299.99 $379.99 (save $80)

Air purifiers

• Shark NeverChange (250 sq. ft.) — $139.99 $179.99 (save $40)

• Shark NeverChange (650 sq. ft.) — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50 plus get $10 Amazon credit)

• Shark NeverChange (1,400 sq. ft.) — $319.99 $399.99 (save $80 plus get $16 Amazon credit)

Remember the satisfaction of a Word document you took the time to format perfectly, or an Excel workbook you were actually proud to have built from scratch? Well, today, that personal touch is being replaced by "agentic" AI—software that performs tasks autonomously—and Microsoft 365 is pivoting to the boardroom.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is nearly here, running March 25 through 31. With the sale on the horizon, deals are trickling in. If you're not looking to drop a ton of cash during this seasonal sale event, we've gathered up some excellent deals under $25 that you can shop right now.

These range from the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus, if you're looking to upgrade your streaming setup this year, to some sweet Lego sets, including the delightfully colorful Lego Botanicals Petite Sunny Bouquet, but there's much more to explore. As the Big Spring Sale gets closer, we'll be sure to update this with even more discounts that cross our radar, too.

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Note: You don't need to be a Prime member to shop the sale, but Prime members will receive exclusive deals on a variety of items.

Best deal under $25 Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus $24.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $25.00   Get Deal Why we like it

2026 has started off strong when it comes to what's available to stream, and if you've been looking to upgrade your setup to enjoy it all in 4K, the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is worth a look. At the moment, this streaming stick has returned to its lowest-ever price of $24.99 at Amazon, which is 50% off its list price of $49.99. It's a pretty excellent price to pay for what you're getting.

The Fire TV Stick 4K Plus supports 4K Ultra HD picture quality, which helps bring out the colors and crisp details in the shows and films you watch. It also supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos audio, which provide a little extra boost to picture and sound as well. And with support for Wi-Fi 6, you'll get to enjoy smooth streaming quality. If it sounds like the streaming package you've been searching for, this early deal at Amazon is well worth jumping on.

More deals under $25

• Blink Mini — $14.99 $24.99 (save $10)

• National Geographic Butterfly Growing Kit — $14.99 $19.99 (save $5)

• TP-Link Tapo 1080P Indoor Security Camera — $15.96 $19.99 (save $4.03)

• Contigo West Loop 3.0 Travel Mug — $15.99 $18.19 (save $2.20)

• Hydro Flask Travel Tumbler — $17.98 $39.95 (save $21.97)

• Fire TV Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $39.99 (save $22)

• Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder — $19.95 $23.95 (save $4)

• Lego Disney Lucky & Penny 101 Dalmatians (#43271) — $19.99 $24.99 (save $5)

• Hydro Flask 32 oz Water Bottle — $21.83 $44.95 (save $23.12)

• Lego Botanicals Petite Sunny Bouquet — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)

• Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid (#10343) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)

• Lego Botanicals Plum Blossom (#10369) — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)

• INIU Portable Charger, 22.5W 20000mAh — $24.99 $36.99 (save $12)

When anyone thinks of a Netflix subscription, one thing comes to mind—movies and TV. Whether it's Oscar-winning films or television, there's so much entertainment. A few of those Netflix shows have perfect runs, according to some fans. And one that everyone always talks about is Stranger Things, created by the famous Duffer Brothers, Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer.

Best early Amazon Big Spring Sale Ninja deals at a glance: Best blender deal Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 (save $90) Get Deal Best air fryer deal Ninja 4-in-1 Pro Air Fry $89.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best cooler deal Ninja FrostVault (30 quart) $149.99 (save $50) Get Deal Best countertop oven deal Ninja Double Stack XL $279.99 (save $169.96) Get Deal Best frozen treats deal Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl $299.99 (save $50) Get Deal

Now that we're celebrating warmer weather and spring flowers, the schedule is getting busier and there's less time to spend making dinner. The phrase "work smarter, not harder" certainly applies to making meals, and Ninja makes some of Mashable's favorite kitchen appliances that help with whipping up excellent meals with little hassle.

If your kitchen could use an upgrade, the Amazon Big Spring Sale is here to help. Like the name suggests, the sale is an opportunity to get major discounts across tons of categories like robot vacuums, Apple tech, kitchen goods, and plenty more. Officially, the sale kicks off on March 25 but like all Amazon sale events, the mega retailer is already dropping prices. Here are some of the best Ninja deals to shop ahead of the sale.

Best blender deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Kitchen System $129.99 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $90   Get Deal Why we like it

Serving as a blender and a food processor, the Ninja Kitchen System is a do-it-all appliance. You'll be whizzing up morning smoothies, fresh salsa for barbecues, homemade salad dressings, and even mixing doughs thanks to the powerful Ninja blender. Plus, many of the components are safe to clean in the dishwasher.

The system with blender base, food processor bowl, two serving cups, and a 72-ounce blender pitcher usually sells for $219.99, but it's on sale at Amazon today for $129.99. That matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

More Ninja blender deals

• Ninja Blast Portable Blender— $54.94 $69.99 (save $15.05)

• Ninja Nutri-Blender Plus Compact Personal Blender — $69.98 $89.99 (save $20.31)

• Ninja Professional Plus Blender — $89.99 $119.99 (save $30)

• Ninja Professional Plus Duo Blender — $119.99 $149.99 (save $30 + get a free $6 Amazon credit)

Best frozen treats deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl Ice Cream Maker $299.99 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $50   Get Deal Why we like it

There's arguably no better way to celebrate warmer temps than with ice cream. The only thing that could make this better would be if you got to enjoy homemade ice cream with your own custom flavors combinations. Welcome to the wonderful world of the Ninja Creami Scoop & Swirl. This worthy countertop appliance serves up your own scoopable ice cream, soft serve, frozen custard, sorbet, gelato, and more.

In Mashable's review of the best Ninja appliances, the Scoop & Swirl earns the top spot as the best model in the Ninja Creami lineup.

More Ninja frozen treats deals

• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker — $199.99 $229.99 (save $30 + get a free $30 Amazon credit)

• Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream Maker — $249.98 $279.98 (save $30)

More Ninja deals to shop today

• Ninja Belgian Waffle Maker Pro — $79.99 $99.99 (save $20)

• Ninja Pods & Grounds Specialty Single-Serve Coffee Maker — $99.98 $129.99 (save $30.01)

• Ninja Fresh Brew Drip Coffee Maker — $99.99 $119.99 (save $20)

• Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer — $129.99 $149.99 (save $20)

• Ninja Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Glass Air Fryer — $159.99 $179.99 (save $20)

• Ninja Foodi Smart XL Indoor Grill and Air Fryer — $199.99 $279.99 (save $80)

• Ninja FlexFlame ProConnect Grill & Smoker — $1,099.99 $1.299.99 (save $200)

Flat Ethernet cables give you a sleek, out-of-the-way option instead of those big, round cables that are just tough to conceal and many are great for gaming. Its thin, ribbon-like shape makes it great for tucking under carpets, along baseboards, or neatly behind your entertainment center. This helps you get that clean, professional look without needing a lot of in-wall wiring. However, what a lot of people don't know is that chasing this minimalist style actually comes with a huge, hidden cost to the foundation of your network. Before you decide to wire your home with these aesthetically pleasing options, you really need to handle the level of compromise you're making.

Best Big Spring Sale Tablet Deals Best tablet deal Apple iPad Air (M4 chip, 128GB, WiFi) $559 (save $40) Get Deal Best Android tablet deal Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ (WiFi) $209.99 (save $40) Get Deal Best kids tablet deal Amazon Fire 7 Kids with six months Amazon Kids+ $59.99 (save $40) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale kicks off on March 25. The seasonal sale, which runs through March 31, focuses on seasonal transition items – think cleaning supplies to freshen up your home and camping supples to get outdoors. However, it wouldn't be a sale without tech deals, too.

Ahead of the sale, we've spotted early savings on tablets, good timing considering Apple just dropped a brand new tablet. The Apple iPad Air with M4 chip just dropped this month, and the good news is, it's already on sale. But if iPads aren't your thing don't worry, there are plenty of other tablet deals to shop.

Here are all the best tablet deals to shop ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Best Tablet Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air (M4 chip, 128GB, WiFi) $559 at Amazon
$599 Save $40   Get Deal

Read our full review of the Apple iPad Air (M4).

Apple's latest iPad drop is the iPad Air with M4 chip. It's one of the retailers speediest, most efficient tablets, scoring 13,176 on the Geekbench 6 test, which puts it ahead of most laptops. When Apple released the new iPad Air, they didn't raise the price, keeping the midrange tablet at $599. However, it already receive a price cut at Amazon.

Ahead of the Big Spring Sale, get the Apple iPad Air with M4 chip for just $559. While that's only $40 in savings and less than 10% off its list price, it's still a great deal considering it's a brand new tablet.

So while we might like this deal best, if you want some bigger savings, there are plenty more deals to shop.

More tablet deals

iPads

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16 chip, 128GB, WiFi) — $299 $349 (save $150)

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M4 chip, 256GB, WiFi) — $649.99 $699 (save $49.01)

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3 chip, 1TB, WiFi) — $979 $1,099 (save $120)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5 chip, 256GB, WiFi) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4 chip, 512GB, WiFi) — $1,299.99 $1,499 (save $199.01)

Android

• TCL Tab 10 Gen 4 — $159.99 $199.99 (save $40)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ (WiFi) — $209.99 $249.99 (save $40)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ (5G) — $239.99 $279.99 (save $40)

• TCL NXTPAPER 11 Plus — $269.99 $369.99 (save $100)

• TCL NXTPAPER 14 — $359.99 $469.99 (save $100)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 5 — $455.88 $499.99 (save $44.11)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE with 256GB SD Card — $405 $499.99 (save $94.99)

• Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ (5G) — $999.99 $1,149.99 (save $150)

Kids tablet

• Amazon Fire 7 Kids with six months Amazon Kids+ — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)

• Amazon Fire HD 10 Toy Story Anniversary Edition — $175.99 $219.99 (save $44)

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A quick look at the best Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals: Best robot vacuum on sale overall Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,499.99 (save $200) Get Deal Best roller mop robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $499.99 at Amazon (save $270) Get Deal Best budget robot vacuum deal Roborock Q10 S5+ $299.99 (save $250) Get Deal

The Amazon Big Spring Sale is officially making its comeback for the third year, running from March 25 through to March 31. During this sales event, the retail giant will be reducing thousands of items, from Apple products and TVs to Kindles and kitchen appliances. Robot vacuum deals are also at the heart of any Amazon sale, and the spring refresh vibes of it all make it feel like an extra correct time to vacuum shop.

Plus, this is the first big sale event for many of the best robot vacuum and mop combos of 2026 that were just released in February or early March. In fact, they've already started dropping prices on some of our favorite models ahead of the event. Here are the deals on robot vacuums that are worth your time so far:

Note: You don't need to be a Prime member to shop the sale, but Prime members will receive exclusive deals on a variety of items.

Best robot vacuum deal Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete $1,499.99 at Amazon
$1,699.99 Save $200   Get Deal at Amazon

Read Mashable's review of the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete.

I’m starting this roundup with the best of the best because, why not? If you have the cash to burn and you’re looking for an investment piece, Mashable’s vacuum expert and senior shopping reporter Leah Stodart says the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete is a “well-rounded premium robot vacuum,” especially for pet owners. It has a livestream pet camera and can clean edges and corners with precision. (Stodart says this vacuum is so good at cleaning corners that it’s dethroned the Roborock Saros 10R for corner mopping.)

“Measuring just over three inches tall, it's also easily the best slim robot vacuum out there — ideal for homes with low-clearance furniture, or expectations for cleaning under cabinets,” she says.

As of March 15, you can get the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete for $1,499.99, down from $1,699.99, at Amazon. That's a 12% discount or $200 savings.

Best budget robot vacuum deal Roborock Q10 S5+ $279.99 at Amazon
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Our actual favorite budget pick, the 3i G10+, isn’t on sale (yet!). But the Roborock Q10 S5+ offers a pretty good alternative for anyone who needs a combo vacuum but can’t stomach paying $400+ for one. Stodart ranks this vac as the “Quietest Robot Vacuum” in her roundup of the best robot vacuums for 2026, but she also notes that it’s a surprisingly affordable hybrid cleaner.

“It has reliably completed all missions in my apartment for weeks, and isn't nearly as obnoxious when self-emptying as most other robot vacuums I've tested — it barely reaches 70 decibels, which isn't much louder than competitors while they're just cleaning,” she writes.

What’s even better is that it’s currently at a new record-low price of $299.99, down from $549.99. We’re not sure if this price will hold, but it’s a promising sign for what’s to come as we get closer to the official sale date.

SEE ALSO: Shark devices on sale ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale: Stick vacuums, stain removers, hair tools More Amazon Big Spring Sale robot vacuum deals

• Shark AV753 ION — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Narwal Freo X Plus — $169.99 $199.99 (save $30)

• Dreame D20 Plus — $259.99 $359.99 (save $100)

• Shark AI Ultra — $279.99 $599 (save $319.01)

Deals on robot vacuum mop combos with self-washing mopping pads

• Mova P10 Pro Ultra — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Roborock Qrevo Series — $399.99 $649.99 (save $250)

• Eufy X10 Pro Omni — $429.99 $699.99 (save $270)

• Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 — $479.99 $649.99 (save $170)

• Eufy C28 — $499.99 $799.99 (save $250)

• Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni — $599 $1,099.99 (save $500.99)

• Eufy E28 with portable carpet cleaner — $649.99 $999.99 (save $350)

• Roborock Qrevo CurvX — $849.99 $1,499.99 (save $650)

• Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow — $849.99 $999.99 (save $150)

• Dreame Aqua10 Ultra Roller — $999.99 $1,599.99 (save $600)

• Roborock Saros 10R — $999.99 $1,599.99 (save $600)

• Roborock Saros 20 — $1,389.99 $1,599.99 (save $210)

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