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An iPhone camera can more than do the trick for content-worthy pictures, but the built-in microphone can be another story.

Especially in larger, crowded spaces — say like the Anaheim Convention Center, home of VidCon 2026 — a phone's built-in mic isn't likely to give you the clear, focused audio that doesn't peak when the volume gets a little too loud. If you're looking to update the audio quality of your content at VidCon, we recommend picking up a pocket mic.

SEE ALSO: The VidCon 2026 creator starter pack: 5 essentials to bring to content creation's biggest meetup

Before going straight to Amazon, it's worth understanding what you're paying for. There are plenty of cheap lavalier mics available for as low as $20, but you do make some concessions at that price point. The audio isn't likely to be as crisp, wireless options become harder to come by, and the idea of any noise reduction or companion apps with equalizers is all but a fantasy.

That's why the Mashable team has been testing more mid-range pocket mics — think in the $100 range — to see which microphones are still relatively affordable but not so cheap as to require another upgrade in the next year. Here are three of the best pocket mics you could pick up for VidCon 2026.

Best for smartphone-only users: Rode Wireless Micro Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

Seamless is a great way to describe the Rode Wireless Micro. Even for content newbies, this wireless microphone takes minutes to set up. The case is about the same size as an AirPods case — literally pocket-sized — so they’re extremely portable, but they’re also reliable and easy to use. The USB-C receiver plugs directly into your phone, which bridges the gap between your phone and the microphones. The mics are appropriately sensitive, delivering clearer, louder sound than you get with your phone microphone. Rode also includes two windshield cases for the mics. — Lead Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino

Opens in a new window Credit: Rode Rode Wireless Micro $99 at Amazon
  Shop Now Best for simpler setups: Rode VideoMic Me-C+ Credit: Samantha Mangino / Mashable

With wireless mics, you are juggling multiple pieces of equipment at a time, even if they are small. That’s why Rode’s VideoMic Me-C+ is a simpler option. It plugs directly into your phone to capture audio and includes a windshield too. Audio captured with the VideoMic Me-C+ is dimmer than other mics, specifically Rode’s Wireless Micro. This is likely because the distance between the speaker and the mic is farther than when using a lav mic, so it's best to keep it close. However, it did produce steadier audio. When I was recording and really moving my phone around, the mic didn't capture all that movement in the audio. — SM

Opens in a new window Credit: Rode Rode VideoMic Me-C+ $89 at Rode
  Shop Now Best value: DJI Mic Mini Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

I took the DJI Mic Mini with me to VidCon 2025 and was impressed by how it sounded in an echoey, concrete-floored convention center hall. Then, I used it while filming outside near busy streets and around live music, and was even more impressed by how clear the audio came through, and how adept this mic was at focusing on my voice and drowning out background sounds. Shoutout to the built-in noise cancellation.

While not quite as pocket-sized as the miniature Rode mic, it is more versatile, offering 48 hours of battery life and the ability to be plugged in directly to a camera. It also comes with four different windshields, two transmitters, one receiver, and two magnetic clips. If you like to film more than just with your phone, the DJI Mic Mini is the best value option, going for $99.99 at full price, or the frequent sale price of $79.99. — Lead Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard

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SAVE $460: As of June 23, you can get the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop for $839.99 at Amazon. That's a generous 35% discount and overall saving of $460.

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Gamers wait all year for sale events such as Prime Day to come around. And there's very good reason — gaming hardware is expensive. Yeah, gaming's fun, but it's also pretty serious when you start buying top-quality gear.

Thankfully, with Amazon kicking off the discounted festivities, there's already a bunch of gaming deals that are worth checking out. And among the discounted hardware is the the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop.

As of June 23, the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop is marked down to $839.99, which gives you a massive saving of $460 — that's 35% off the list price of $1,299.99. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, it's the lowest-ever price for this laptop.

ASUS is a trusted brand in gaming so you know you can rely on the quality of this 16-inch laptop. It's Full HD, with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage — not to mention its Intel Core™ i5 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5050 graphics card. It's not quite an expert-level machine but for intermediate gaming the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop is an absolute bargain this Prime Day.

Our Best Editor-Vetted Prime Day Deals Right Now

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds — $179.00 (List Price $249.00)

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple iPad 11" 128GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (Silver, 2025 Release) — $299.00 (List Price $349.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $279.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

55" Amazon Ember 4-Series 4K HDR10+ Smart Fire TV (2025 Model) — $279.95 (List Price $459.99)

Fire TV Stick 4K Plus Streaming Player With Remote (2025 Model) — $24.99 (List Price $49.99)

Meta Quest 3S 128GB With 3-Month Trial of Meta Horizon+ — $296.79 (List Price $349.99)

DJI Mini 3 4K Foldable Mini Camera Drone With RC Controller — $339.00 (List Price $549.00)

SAVE $35: As of June 23, the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) is down to $124.99 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount or $35 in savings.

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$159.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal

Prime Day has kicked off, and the deals have already made their way to one of Amazon’s easiest impulse buys: the newest Kindle Paperwhite. Right now, it’s down to $124.99 from $159.99, which saves you $35 on Amazon’s latest e-reader.

The newest Kindle Paperwhite keeps things simple. The screen is larger, pages turn faster, and the glare-free display stays easy to read whether you're outside in bright sunlight or reading in bed at night. Battery life is one of the biggest draws here too, with a single charge lasting up to 12 weeks.

The Kindle Paperwhite also scored 4.5/5 in Mashable’s review, with Senior Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino saying it’s the Kindle she’d actually recommend over the pricier models. She also said “The Paperwhite is the only one you need,” even compared to the more expensive Signature Edition.

It’s not perfect, though. Samantha pointed out that the power button on the bottom can be a bit annoying, and the screen doesn’t automatically rotate when you turn the device. Still, if you just want a simple, distraction-free e-reader, those quirks are pretty easy to overlook.

Grab the Kindle Paperwhite on Amazon and remember “just one more chapter” is a lie you’ll keep telling yourself.

SAVE $210: The Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop is on sale for $1,189.99 at Amazon, down from $1,399.99. That's a 15% discount or $210 savings.

Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop $1,189.99 at Amazon
$1,399.99 Save $210   Get Deal at Amazon

I'm going to be up front: I've always hated any vacuuming device that also claims to mop. I have two beagles, and every single time I've bought something that promised to mop my floors, it left me with a stinky tank and required way more maintenance work than it saved. That was until I brought the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra into my home. This robot vacuum-mop combo changed my life, and I don't care if that sounds dramatic.

What's even more impressive is that Amazon has this baby on sale already for Prime Day. It literally just came out in April. Right now, you can get the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop for $1,189.99, down from $1,399.99. That's a 15% discount or $210 savings. And it's obvs the lowest price we've tracked to date, since this is one of its first discounts (maybe even its first ever that I've seen!).

SEE ALSO: Amazon Prime Day is here: We found 50+ deals on Apple, Sony, and Lego favorites

Now I'm not going to pretend that the L60 Pro Ultra isn't pricey (even with the discount), but I'm telling you it's worth every penny. When it finishes a run, the dock automatically empties the dustbin, washes the dirty mop pads with 212-degree hot water (which is exactly why there's no more stinky tank smell), and dries them with hot air. It handles the entire process and notifies me (via the app) when it's time to empty the dirty water.

On the vacuuming side, it delivers 35,000Pa of suction power, features VersaLift LiDAR for cleaning under furniture, and includes "ProLeap Obstacle Crossing," where a little leg extends to help it cross double-layer thresholds. (I love that it lifts itself over those borders, so I don't have to constantly go get it when it moves between rooms.)

Thanks to its retractable legs and ProLeap feature, the vacuum lifts itself entirely over room transitions so you don't have to go rescue it. Credit: Tabitha Britt

It also comes with some fun and helpful pet features. The smart obstacle-avoidance camera can recognize your animals and even take cute photos of them while it's out cleaning. (You have to manually toggle the privacy settings in the companion app to enable the photos; it's not automatic.) I will warn fellow pet owners that the active front navigation light definitely scares my pups, though.

Honestly, I could talk about this robo-vac all day, but I'm saving the rest of my thoughts for a more in-depth review later. If you don't want to drop this much cash right now, we did find a few other Dreame models on sale below for less — just keep in mind they won't have as many advanced features.

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Prime Day is the perfect time to upgrade your smart home cleaning lineup, and Narwal, the renowned household robotics brand, is making it easier than ever. Its new flagship robot vacuum and mop combo has dropped to its lowest-ever price, exclusively for 2026 Prime Day. The new Narwal Flow 2 is discounted from $1,499.99 to $1,049.99, saving buyers $450 on this cutting-edge, hands-free cleaning system. That’s 30% off Narwal’s newest release, which features a specially-designed mopping system and multiple AI upgrades. The deal is live now through June 26.

The best Prime Day fitness tracker deals: Best fitness tracker deal Fitbit Charge 6 $89.95 (Save $70) Get Deal Best smartwatch deal Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 (Save $500) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) $279 (Save $120) Get Deal Best Samsung Galaxy deal Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) $237.49 (Save $142.50) Get Deal

Prime Day deals can be totally overwhelming with the sheer volume of products on sale, but the smartest way to shop is to go for what you really need. If you've been in the market for a new fitness tracker, just in time to hit your summer fitness goals, Prime Day is the best time to buy.

Right now there are a wealth of fitness trackers and smartwatches on sale. Find Fitbits, Garmin smartwatches, and Apple Watches dropping to new lows during Prime Day. That's some stellar savings a week before Prime Day has even kicked off.

Best Prime Day fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Fitbit Fitbit Charge 6 $89.95 at Amazon
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Fitbits are one of the OG fitness trackers, helping people get on their feet and stay active. The Charge 6 displays your daily steps and heart rate. It automatically detects activity and can even link to compatible exercise machines to display your heart rate. And right now, the Fitbit Charge 6 is 38% off ahead of Prime Day.

Grab it for just $89.95 and save $70 off its $159.95 list price. This early Prime Day deal also brings the Charge 6 down to its lowest price ever.

More fitness tracker deals

• Fitbit Inspire 3 — $69.95 $99.95 (save $30)

• Fitbit Sense 2 — $199.94 $249.95 (save $50.01)

Best Prime Day smartwatch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Epix Pro (47mm) $499.99 at Amazon
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Garmin smartwatches are a staple among runners who want elite GPS tracking alongside health monitoring. The Garmin Epix Pro is usually a big investment at $999.99, but ahead of Prime Day, it's been cut in half, down to just $499.99, saving you $500.

It has 1.3-inch always on AMOLED display with a built-in LED flashlight. It's for true endurance athletes, providing a hill score for big climbs and endurance scores as you train. For a complete picture of your health, it'll monitor your health 24/7, providing pulse ox and HRV status.

Grab it now ahead of Prime Day for its lowest price ever.

More smartwatch deals

• CMF by Nothing Watch 3 Pro — $61.75 $99 (save $37.25)

• Garmin Vivoactive 5 — $189.99 $299.99 (save $110)

• Apple Watch SE 2 (44mm) — $229 $279 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (40mm) — $229.99 $349.99 (save $120)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm) — $237.49 $379.99 (save $142.50)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm) — $279 $399 (save $120)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (47mm) — $374.99 $649.99 (save $275)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $697 (save $97.01)

• Garmin Forerunner 970 — $649.99 $749.99 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (49mm) — $649.99 $799 (save $99.01)

SAVE $48: As of June 23, you can get the Star Wars Lego Imperial Star Destroyer for $111.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount.

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$159.99 Save $48.00   Get Deal

One of the joys for big kids during Prime Deal is the sheer number of deals on Lego. Seriously, we can't wait to see which sets and models are included in Amazon sale events. I was particularly excited to see a deal on the Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer, which I happen to be halfway through building myself right now.

As of June 23, the Star Wars Lego Imperial Star Destroyer is down to $111.99, which means a saving of $48 from the regular list price of $159.99. According to price tracer camelcamelcamel, it's this Lego set's best-ever price.

Look, I'll admit it, I'm biased — I haven't come across a Lego Star Wars set I didn't like. But this one's especially cool. Coming with all the might of the Galactic Empire — not to mention seven mini-figures — it's one of the most iconic ship designs in the entire Star Wars saga.

It's also a large set, meaning you get lots of brick for your buck during Prime Day. Let's just say the Force is very strong indeed at this price.

Our Best Editor-Vetted Prime Day Deals Right Now

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds — $179.00 (List Price $249.00)

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple iPad 11" 128GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (Silver, 2025 Release) — $299.00 (List Price $349.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $279.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

55" Amazon Ember 4-Series 4K HDR10+ Smart Fire TV (2025 Model) — $279.95 (List Price $459.99)

Fire TV Stick 4K Plus Streaming Player With Remote (2025 Model) — $24.99 (List Price $49.99)

Meta Quest 3S 128GB With 3-Month Trial of Meta Horizon+ — $296.79 (List Price $349.99)

DJI Mini 3 4K Foldable Mini Camera Drone With RC Controller — $339.00 (List Price $549.00)

VidCon is back at the Anaheim Convention Center from June 25 to 27, and this year, the internet’s biggest creator convention turns 15.

What started in 2010 as a YouTube-centered gathering by John and Hank Green, Vidcon has become one of the largest annual meetups for online culture, bringing together creators, fans, platforms, brands, and media companies under one roof. The event now spans creator panels, meet-and-greets, live podcasts, workshops, community meetups, industry programming, and conversations about where the creator economy is headed next.

SEE ALSO: What is VidCon? Everything to know about the 2026 creator convention

The 2026 event arrives at a moment when creator culture is bigger, more fragmented, and more professionalized than ever. TikTok stars, livestreamers, podcasters, gamers, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent media companies now all fall under the same broad creator economy umbrella, and this year’s schedule reflects that shift.

Here are seven things I’m especially excited for.

1. The Hall of Fame's second class is stacked

Now in its second year, VidCon’s Hall of Fame gives creator culture a more formal way to recognize its own history.

This year’s inductees are content creators Markiplier, Michelle Phan, Cassey Ho, and Philip DeFranco, who represent the gaming, independent news, beauty, and fitness content lanes.

SEE ALSO: Markiplier, Michelle Phan, and more join VidCon's Hall of Fame

Their induction, taking place Thursday, June 25 at the Opening Ceremony, follows VidCon's inaugural 2025 Hall of Fame class, which included Anthony Padilla, Grace Helbig, Hank Green, and Tyler Oakley.

2. The lineup spans almost every corner of the internet

This year's featured creator lineup brings together legacy YouTubers, short-form stars, animators, beauty creators, gamers, performers, and internet personalities who built audiences in very different eras of the web.

Confirmed names include SSSniperwolf, The Professor, Sydney Morgan, Alex Wassabi, GloZell, Rosanna Pansino, Jasmin and James, and Tubbo.

3. The Expo Hall is getting a glow-up

The Expo Hall has always been where VidCon feels the most like the internet came to life, and this year, it is getting a bigger experiential push.

The 2026 Expo Hall includes exhibit booths, a Game Zone, a Sport Court, a Live Podcast Studio, Community Zone programming, Featured Creator booths, ShopSpot, Makers’ Alley, Out of the Box IRL, and the Creator TV Pickleball Arena.

There is also an entire section for GorillaCon, a dedicated space for the Gorilla Tag virtual reality game community that goes well beyond a standard gaming activation. The programming includes Gorilla Tag creator meet-and-greets, developer AMAs, music from a MixMaster Monke DJ, and sessions with Lemming, the creator of Gorilla Tag, including a look at the game's future.

4. Sports and creator culture are officially colliding

One of the most interesting parts of this year's programming is the focus on the convergence of sports media and the creator economy — especially amid the current hype around the FIFA World Cup and the 2026 NBA Finals.

One event includes a Sport Court, a Creator TV Pickleball Arena, and a Creator Pickleball Tour featuring names like NichLmao, ZHC, Peet Montzingo, and Austin Sprinz. VidCon is also staging creator competition formats like Shoot for the CROWN, GeoGuessr Battle, and Creator Casino.

5. The platform execs are worth watching

VidCon has always been a place where fans go to see creators, but the industry side is where you can see what platforms are really prioritizing.

This year’s speaker lineup includes executives from Twitch, Snap, Spotify, Pinterest, and Tubi, with Twitch CEO Dan Clancy set to speak on the Industry Mainstage about the future of live content. Creator economy expert Jon Youshaei is also hosting the opening day keynote, with additional speakers from major platforms expected.

There will also be panels titled names like "The Vertical Shorts Dilemma — Bubble or Boom?" and "Creator Economy State of the Union." These conversations are sure to act as temperature checks on the companies shaping platforms right now, from the top down.

6. Some of the biggest fan moments will happen offstage

Meet-and-greets remain one of VidCon's main fan draws, and this year they are split between standard Meet & Greets and separate Ultimate Meet & Greet Experiences. Eligible multi-day pass holders could sign up in advance, with VidCon, Creator, and Pro Pass holders allowed up to 4 Meet & Greets total and VidCon+ Pass holders allowed up to 5 (single-day tickets are not eligible for Meet & Greet signups). The lineup includes some of the event’s more recognizable names.

7. The networking options go beyond the usual mixers

Beyond the mainstage panels and fan-facing events, VidCon is also emphasizing smaller networking formats. The Mentorship Series gives Creator and Pro Pass attendees access to first-come, first-served roundtables capped at 19 people, where attendees can ask questions and get advice from creators, marketers, tech experts, and other industry speakers. (Mashable will be hosting its own mentorship session, titled "PITCH, PLEASE: The mistakes creators make in their pitches and how to fix them," on Saturday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m. PT.)

There is also the Brand Match Accelerator, an invitation-only program for brands, agencies, and sponsors that connects them with a curated group of 200 creators. Accepted participants get access to a networking app and are guaranteed four on-site meetings with Featured Creators.

Fifteen years in, opportunities like this are what still make VidCon interesting: it's one of the few places where fans, creators, platforms, and brands all show up to see what online culture looks like...but off-screen.

Samsung makes some of the best Android phones, which is why I've been buying and reviewing Galaxy devices for over 14 years. From the early days of TouchWiz and curved screens to the feature-packed One UI software, capable cameras, and fancy, cutting-edge designs, here are my favorite Galaxy phones of all time.

The best Prime Day robot vacuum deals at a glance: Best robot vacuum on sale overall Dreame L60 Ultra FE $699.99 (save $300) Get Deal Best mid-range robot vacuum deal Eufy C28 $449.99 (save $350) Get Deal Best budget robot vacuum deal Roborock Q10 S5+ $264.99 (save $285) Get Deal

Don't ask ChatGPT which robot vacuum you should buy on Prime Day — ask the person who's tested nearly 40 robot vacuums in their own home. Most of the best robot vacuums of the past few years, including new 2026 models, are on sale for Prime Day between June 23 and June 26. Since the event has officially kicked off, I found a handful of worthwhile robot vacuums on sale to buy right now.

That doesn't just refer to the models with the biggest discounts. I've further whittled down the list to the robot vacuums with the best ratio of cleaning specs and smart features compared to their sale price.

SEE ALSO: HGTV hive, rise up: The best Shark robot vacuum and cordless stick vacuum just dropped in 4 earth tones

For example, the Roborock Saros 10R that I loved last year is on sale for $899.99 ($700 off), which is a new record low. That sounds like a steal until I remind you that you can get significantly more suction power for $699.99 with the Dreame L60 Ultra FE. The self-emptying Shark Navigator for $246.95 sounds great until you realize that just $18 more can get you mopping and small obstacle avoidance with the Roborock Q10 S5+. (If you're shopping for a really high-end robot vacuum, I recommend the Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete, which is now $355 off, or the Narwal Flow 2, which is $450 off.)

So, here are the Prime Day deals on robot vacuums that are worth your time so far:

Best Prime Day robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame L60 Ultra FE $699.99 at Amazon
$999.99 Save $300   Get Deal Why we like it

Not to rope the Roborock Saros 10R back into it, but it really does make the Dreame L60 Ultra FE's value stand out. This model was just released at the end of April 2026, and its 30,000 Pa suction power isn't too far off from the 35,000 Pa of the most powerful Dreame robot vacuum. With accurate AI obstacle avoidance and heated self-washing mopping pads thrown in, this is a really solid vacuum for less than $800.

I can personally attest to the L60 Ultra FE's cleaning power for the price — it's currently sitting in my living room. I'm a sucker for the corner mopping of a spinning mopping pad, which still squeezes into 90-degree angles better than roller mop robot vacuums that can slide out to clean edges. This Dreame model has done a commendable job with cat litter, crumbs under the kitchen counter, and cat scratcher flecks stuck in the rug.

Deals on robot vacuum mop combos

• Dreame L10s Ultra Gen 2 — $379.91 $589.99 (save $210.08)

• Dreame D30 Ultra CE — $349.99 $499.99 (save $150)

• Mova P10 Pro Ultra Gen 2 — $469 $599 (save $130)

• Eufy C28 — $449.99 $799.99 (save $350)

• Narwal Freo Z10 — $569.99 $899.99 (save $330)

• Ecovacs Deebot T90 Pro Omni — $499 $899.99 (save $400.99)

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

• Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow — $799.99 $999.99 (save $200 at Best Buy)

• Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal 2-in-1 — $699.99 $1,299.99 (save $600)

• Dreame L60 Pro Ultra — $1,189.99 $1,399.99 (save $210)

• Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete — $1,344.99 $1,699.99 (save $355)

Budget robot vacuum and mop deals

• 3i G10+ — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Dreame D20 — $199.99 $269.99 (save $70)

• Roborock Q7 M5+ — $237.49 $359.99 (save $122.50)

• Roborock Q10 S5+ — $264.99 $549.99 (save $285)

• Shark AI Ultra — $269.99 $599 (save $329.01)

Robot vacuums that don't mop

• iRobot Roomba 105X — $129.99 $249.99 (save $120)

• Shark Matrix Clean (AV2511AE​) — $269.99 $599 (save $329.01)

SAVE $201: As of June 23, the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are down to $198 at Amazon. That’s a 50% discount on over-ear ANC headphones with 30-hour battery life.

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$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal

Prime Day has finally kicked off, and the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are down to $198 at Amazon, reduced from $399.99. That’s a $201.99 discount and a record-low price since launch on Sony’s over-ear ANC headphones — a very rare chance to get them this cheap.

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones cut down background noise using multiple microphones that work together and adjust based on where you are and how you’re wearing them. This helps keep outside sounds like traffic, chatter, or office noise reduced while keeping what you’re listening to clear and steady.

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The headphones also earned an honorable mention in our roundup of the best headphones, thanks to their strong noise cancellation and long-standing reputation for reliable everyday use. However, the build is fully plastic and they don’t fold, which can make them a bit less convenient for travel.

Sound quality is handled by Sony’s newer audio processor, which helps keep music detailed and voices clear during calls. There are also four microphones that focus on picking up your voice for phone or video calls, so you don’t have to repeat yourself in noisy places.

Our Best Editor-Vetted Prime Day Deals Right Now

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds — $179.00 (List Price $249.00)

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple iPad 11" 128GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (Silver, 2025 Release) — $299.00 (List Price $349.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $279.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

55" Amazon Ember 4-Series 4K HDR10+ Smart Fire TV (2025 Model) — $279.95 (List Price $459.99)

Fire TV Stick 4K Plus Streaming Player With Remote (2025 Model) — $24.99 (List Price $49.99)

Meta Quest 3S 128GB With 3-Month Trial of Meta Horizon+ — $296.79 (List Price $349.99)

DJI Mini 3 4K Foldable Mini Camera Drone With RC Controller — $339.00 (List Price $549.00)

Sale is live across all colors of the model right now, so you’re not limited in which finish you pick while the discount is active.

Grab the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones on Amazon — because silence shouldn’t cost $400.

DJI may have made a name for itself with its consumer drones, but it's become a serious force in the creator industry.

When it comes to upgrading your content creation kit without spending thousands of dollars (a surprisingly easy task), DJI is a good place to start. Products aren't dirt cheap, but they're also not the biggest investments you could possibly make. At that Goldilocks sweet spot, they're still built to last and flexible enough for many different content setups and changing needs.

There is, however, one bigger catch with the brand: their products aren't always easily available, but more on that below.

SEE ALSO: VidCon 2026: Everything new this year

The Mashable team has tested a sampling of DJI products over the year, so with availability and one of the online creator industry's biggest events of the year coming up, we rounded up the best DJI products that content creators should know about.

Best for audio: DJI Mic Mini

I brought the DJI Mic Mini to VidCon 2025, tested it for a few weeks afterward, and I can confirm: this tiny mic packs a punch. The 24-bit depth is impressively resonant and clear, even in situations where the environment doesn't bode well for clear audio (like next to a noisy street, in an echoey convention hall, or around crowds of chatting people).

In all of those situations, the Mic Mini excelled at capturing clear vocals without peaking or muddled audio, making backend edits a much more pleasant experience. Its size also means it's easy to take on the go, charging case and all, or to be minimally distracting when clipped to clothing. Speaking of, you can use the included clip or magnet backing to put it in the best possible spot.

In addition to the clips, one transmitter, and two receivers, the kit also includes four windscreens, a charging cable, a type-C adapter for your device, and a carrying case. With the charging case, you get up to 48 hours of audio, which bests other mini mics on the market. The main flaw of this mic is that it's not Bluetooth compatible and it doesn't have any built-in storage. At $99, or frequently $79 on sale, it's a great value — and certainly easier to pick up than the Mic Mini 2, which isn't yet available in the United States.

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  Shop Now Best for filming: DJI Osmo Pocket 3

We spotted the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 again and again at VidCon 2025. And though the creator-favorite isn't exactly new (it came out in 2023), it's stood the test of time for a reason.

The camera comes in two iterations: the Standard Combo and the Creator Combo. If you don't already have an audio setup, Mashable's Timothy Werth recommended springing for the Creator Combo in his review of the camera, as it comes with a DJI Mic 2 and a tripod battery attachment that gives you more flexibility in where and how long you can record. It costs $629.99, which is $130 more than the Standard's $499, but considering the DJI Mic 2 system on its own costs $199, the price difference makes sense.

In addition to offering a full package of gear, the Osmo Pocket 3 lets ease be the guiding force of the user experience. Werth reported that he was able to use his Apple ID to sign into the DJI app, and once logged in, he was able to connect to the camera and all its peripherals with ease via Bluetooth. The camera records in 4K at 120fps and features three-axis mechanical stabilization and a two-inch rotating touchscreen. In other words, it captures a crystal-clear picture that's not shaky, delivers great audio, and can be filmed easily for vertical or horizontal video. And it features easily adjustable auto tracking, so you don't have to keep your arm fixed or choose just the right spot to set it up. Per charge, you'll get 166 minutes of battery life, and all told, the camera weighs less than a pound.

The main cons are the price and the need to purchase a microSD card separately, since it has no built-in storage. Still, for all that you do get, both are reasonable trade-offs.

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  Shop Now Best bang for your buck (if you can get your hands on it): DJI Osmo Pocket 4

I just spent a few hundred words singing the praises of the Osmo Pocket 3, so it might seem a little confusing to see the next-gen device as the next recommendation on this list.

Well, for two reasons. One, any current Osmo Pocket 3 owners probably don't need to upgrade — the improvements here are more iterative, making this a solid device for someone who's yet to invest in a gimbal camera, but not necessarily everyone in the market for one. "If you were hoping for a massive overhaul from the previous one, something that will revolutionize your filming, this probably isn't it," CNET Editor at Large Andrew Lanxon shared in a first impression livestream of the camera.

Then there's the second reason. DJI revealed the new Osmo Pocket 4 back in April, with a pretty significant catch: it wouldn't be available in the United States due to a still-pending FCC approval.

So why include it at all? Maybe you have an overseas hookup for your tech, in which case this camera has a big thing going for it: the built-in storage. You may have noticed, but most devices that require some sort of memory component have increased in price over the past year (thank AI data centers for that one). That means the cost of buying microSD cards could only be going up, in which case, 100GB of built-in storage is a pretty sweet feature. Lanxon called it out as his favorite upgrade on the camera over the Pocket 3.

Other updates include a dynamic range sensor, better low-light performance, and improved battery life. If you do manage to get your hands on it, the Creator Combo will cost about $687, and the Standard Combo will cost about $551.

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The best TV deals on Prime Day: Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV $529.99 (save $320) Get Deal Best Frame TV deal Samsung 55-inch The Frame Pro Neo QLED TV $1,267.99 (Save $230) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM8L SQD Mini LED 4K TV $1,499.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV deal Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV $999.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal

Prime Day season is one of the best times of year to buy a TV on sale. Usually in July, Prime Day is here earlier than usual, running June 23 to 26. Maybe Amazon knew that the World Cup would make everyone realize they were in need of a new TV.

Leading up to Prime Day, the TV deals were hot as we saw savings over $1,000. Now that Amazon's flagship sale is officially underway, we're seeing even bigger discounts on already great deals. Not to mention, Amazon is running a stellar bundle on Frame TVs and the Echo 8.

So let's get into all the best TV deals to shop during Prime Day.

SEE ALSO: 15+ streaming services you can get for 99 cents, plus more early Prime Day streaming deals Best Prime Day TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED 4K TV $999.99 at Amazon
$1,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal Why we like it

Hisense finally launched its highly-awaited RGB TVs on June 2. While both the UR8 and UR9 RGB TVs are on sale at Best Buy, there's another 2026 Hisense TV with a much wilder discount: The 75-inch Hisense U7 Mini LED TV is just $999.99 exclusively for Prime members after a massive 50% price drop from its usual $1,999.99.

Just released in March, the Hisense U7 series has a pretty incredible lighting system for its price range. Its backlight benefits from full-array local dimming, which uses clusters of tiny LED bulbs that can fully turn themselves on or off for more precise contrast during any scene or livestream. Other impressive numbers include a peak brightness of 3,000 nits (great news for FIFA fans trying to watch a game during the daytime) and a native 165Hz refresh rate (great news for gamers on a budget).

Best Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-inch The Frame Pro Neo QLED TV $1,297.99 at Amazon
$1,497.99 Save $200   Get Deal Why we like it

Samsung's latest Frame TVs just got their first discount during Prime Day and if that wasn't enough, Amazon is sweetening the deal. The new Frame TVs come with Neo QLEDs, a Micro HDMI port, and that signature art display.

But during Prime Day, Amazon is offering an even bigger discount. The Frame Pro is $200 off, its first discount, bringing it down to $1,297.99. That's 15% savings, but there's more. On Amazon, get a free Echo 8 with your purchase. That's a $219.99 value, totally free.

This deal is available on both the Frame TV Pro and regular Frame TV.

Deals on 43-inch TVs and under

• Insignia 43-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $119.99 $199.99 (save $80)

• Toshiba 43-inch C350 4K Fire TV — $159.99 $299.99 (save $140)

• Hisense 43-inch QD6 QLED 4K Fire TV — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100)

Deals on 50-inch to 55-inch TVs

• LG 55-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220)

• Hisense 50-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $399.99 $699 (save $299.01)

• Hisense 55-inch E7 Cinema Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $429.99 $749 (save $319.01)

• Hisense 55-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $529.99 $849.99 (save $320)

• TCL 55-inch NXTVISION QLED 4K Art TV — $595.99 $999.99 (save $404)

• Hisense 50-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $649.99 $1,299.99 (save $650)

• Samsung 55-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $997.99 $1,397.99 (save $400)

Deals on 65-inch TVs

• LG 65-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $479.99 $699.99 (save $220)

• TCL 65-inch QM64L Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $529.99 $799.99 (save $270)

• Hisense 65-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K Fire TV — $699.99 $1,099.99 (save $400)

• Amazon 65-inch Ember QLED Fire TV — $709.99 $849.99 (save $140)

• Hisense 65-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $799.99 $1,299.99 (save $500)

• Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $849.99 $1,499.99 (save $650)

• TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $997.99 $1,499.99 (save $502)

• Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,300)

• Hisense 65-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,999.99 (save $700)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia XR8B OLED 4K TV — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• Sony 65-inch Bravia 8 II OLED 4K TV — $2,608.33 $3,299.99 (save $691.66)

Deals on 75-inch to 77-inch TVs

• Hisense 75-inch QD7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $549.99 $799 (save $249.01)

• LG 75-inch 75B QNED 4K TV — $699.99 $999.99 (save $300)

• Hisense 75-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $848.99 $1,399.99 (save $249.01)

• TCL 75-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,397.99 $1,999.99 (save $602)

• Hisense 75-inch S7N Canvas QLED 4K Art TV — $1,399.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,100)

• TCL 75-inch QM8L SQD Mini LED 4K TV — $1,499.99 $2,499.99 (save $1,000)

• Hisense 75-inch UR8 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $1,699.99 $2,499.99 (save $800)

• LG 77-inch C5 OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $3,699.99 (save $1,700)

Deals on 85-inch TVs

• Insignia 85-inch Class F50 Series 4K Fire TV — $549.99 $899.99 (save $350)

• Insignia 85-inch QF QLED 4K TV — $659.99 $1,099.99 (save $440)

• Hisense 85-inch QD6 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $749.99 $1,099.99 (save $350)

• TCL 85-inch QM6K Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $999.99 $1,999.99 (save $1,000)

• Hisense 85-inch U6 Pro Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $1,099.99 $1,999.99 (save $900)

• Hisense 85-inch UR9 RGB Mini LED 4K TV — $3,999.99 $4,499.99 (save $500)

The first Pi wasn't just great for builder projects and learning to code, but made for an amazing general-purpose computer if what you needed was the ability to surf the web and write essays. The Pi range has gone on to release some real bangers, and I think both my Pi 4 and Pi 5 are amazing machines, even at today's ridiculously inflated prices.

We all know the feeling of getting the dreaded low power notification in a less than ideal situation.

Whether you're a fan or content creator, on the floor at VidCon would definitely fall into that bucket. The best way to avoid fighting for an outlet when you could be grabbing some vlog content? A portable charger.

SEE ALSO: Why VidCon still matters in 2026

That said, this is VidCon. Sure, a lot of people use their phones to film content, but it's also plenty common to have a vlogging camera or even a laptop to keep charged. That means the random one you got seven years ago may not cut it.

Luckily, we've stress tested the ones that will. In addition to trying out some portable chargers myself, I've also called on the Mashable team for their tried and true. The result? These top three portable chargers, worthy of being used at VidCon. Yes, all of them are from Anker, but hey, the brand knows how to balance power and value.

Amazon’s Prime Day sale is officially underway, with deals on popular trading cards like MTG and Pokémon already live.

Mashable regularly tracks not only the best deals from Magic: The Gathering and Pokémon, but also other collectible cards like One Piece and KPop Demon Hunters. This Prime Day, we’ve scoured the site for all manner of new discounts across the board — including booster boxes, bundles, starter kits, and more.

These are the best Prime Day trading card deals we’ve found so far.

Best trading card deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic: The Gathering Magic: The Gathering Avatar: The Last Airbender Beginner Box $21.32 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $13.67 Get Deal Why we like it

The Magic: The Gathering Avatar: The Last Airbender Beginner Box is already one of the easiest ways to get into MTG, and Amazon’s Prime Day price makes it even easier to jump in: now down to just $21.32 from its $34.99 list price — and even falling below its $25.59 market price determined by TCGplayer.

You’ll get two 20-card tutorial decks, eight themed half-decks, two playboards, two spindown life counters, learn-to-play guides, tokens, and a rules reference booklet. For those new to the Avatar expansion or Magic: The Gathering in general, this is the ideal way for you and a friend to jump in. 

More Prime Day trading card dealsMagic: The Gathering

• Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Starter Kit — $19.99 $21.93 (8% off)

• Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Beginner Box — $29.98 $34.99 (14% off)

• Magic: The Gathering Foundations 2025 Jumpstart Booster Box — $100.21 $104.97 (5% off) 

• Magic: The Gathering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Play Booster Box (30 packs) — $112.99 $123.95 (9% off)

• Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Jumpstart Booster Box — $127.99 $167.76 (24% off) 

• Magic: The Gathering Edge of Eternities Play Booster Box (30 Packs) — $140.03 $144.99 (4% off)

• Magic: The Gathering Avatar: The Last Airbender Play Booster Box — $169.95 $179.95 (6% off)

Pokémon TCG

• Pokémon TCG: Mega Moonlit Tin Mega Clefable — $39.99 $48.95 (18% off)

• Pokémon TCG: Mega Moonlit Tin Mega Gengar — $42.95 $49.95 (14% off)

• Pokémon TCG: Mega Zygarde ex Premium Collection with 8 Booster Packs — $51.43 $59.94 (14% off)

• Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Booster Bundle — $51.59 $59.99 (14% off)

• Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box — $92.50 $118.99 (22% off)

• Pokémon Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box — $199.45 $219.99 (9% off)

One Piece Card Game

• One Piece Card Game OP-06 OVP Booster — $28.19 $29.99 (6% off)

• Starter Deck EX ST-30 Luffy & Ace — $79.95 $89.97 (11% off) 

• One Piece TCG Carrying on His Will Booster Box (OP-13) 24 Booster Packs — $599.95 $655.39 (8% off)

KPop Demon Hunters Collectible Trading Cards

• Kpop Demon Hunters Collectible Trading Cards Energy Edition — $50.87 $53.99 (6% off)

House of the Dragon Season 3 sees some characters catapulted back into the action while others wait in the woods.

The latter, in episode 1, applies to our Westeros odd couple, Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) and Gwayne Hightower (Freddie Fox), a pair who couldn't have a more contrasting attitude to The Times if they tried. The mission? Wait for Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) to show up on his colossal dragon Vhagar and take the crumbling castle of Harrenhal from Team Black. But where the hell are they?

SEE ALSO: 'House of the Dragon' may be hiding Daeron Targaryen in plain sight

On one hand, Cole's really going through it. The traumatised Lord Commander fatalistically wallows in the "doom and ruin" surrounding him, especially after the massacre that was Rook's Rest in Season 2. It's a very different Cole from the man we first met in the very first season, who found himself swept up in court politics, heartbreak, and ended up covered in blood. At the start of Season 3, he's all nihilism.

"He's on the road, all of his stuff is so isolated, so you're not dealing with so much plot," Frankel told Mashable. "First two seasons, especially in the Small Council...that stuff is so dense material-wise. It takes so long to shoot and it's almost always plot, which needs to happen, but it's not massively about character development in that sense."

Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel). Credit: Ollie Upton / HBO

On the other hand, we've got Gwayne, a knight of House Hightower, and a man of principles with big Rob Stark energy. And as the troops wait, he's constantly asking his Lord Commander to be a good manager, to keep his men in line.

"It's very difficult, they have such opposing views on how to see this war out, and when you're second-in-command to someone who has, in some sense, got a death wish, you've got this load on your back, and you don't know how to shift out from under it," Fox told Mashable. "Especially if you're trained in the school of honor, and respecting that hierarchy that Gwayne would have obviously grown up around. Do you break your principles to honor, or do you go, 'we just have to survive'? It's a rock and a hard place.

"He's obviously been schooled in the way that knights would have been trained in a training ground — jousting and all of that stuff — and when it comes up against actual war, an almost nuclear holocaust style of war that the dragons represent, it's a really sobering, immediate maturing. He realises that if, unless I am ultra responsible, there's no way through here for anybody, least of all, my men, who I am responsible for."

Gwayne Hightower (Freddie Fox). Credit: Ollie Upton / HBO

How will they sort it out this season? Time will tell — especially if Aemond doesn't get here soon.

House of the Dragon Season 3 premieres June 21 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max, with a new episode every Sunday.

For all things House of the Dragon, Mashable has you covered.

Featured Video For You 'House of the Dragon' cast on Season 3's colossal Battle of the Gullet

Donald Trump's recent deal with Iran has been met with criticism from both sides of the aisle — and speaking in his monologue on Monday, Jimmy Kimmel wasted no time in joining in with the naysayers.

"The deal is Iran gets billions of dollars and then we'll talk about a deal. It's a deal to make a deal," says Kimmel. "They still haven't even gotten into the details of the nuclear stuff, which is interesting because three months ago, Trump wrote, 'No deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" Little did we know he meant it was ours.

"So in the end, after all of this, Trump's answer to the questions, 'Who did you go to war with?' and 'How did it end?' will be the same answer: 'I-Ran.'"

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SAVE $90: As of June 23, you can get the DJI Mini 4K drone for $209 at Amazon, down from $299. That's a 30% discount or $90 savings.

DJI Mini 4K $209 at Amazon
$299 Save $90   Get Deal at Amazon

If you want to get into drones but don't want to drop $500-plus on a premium rig, the DJI Mini 4K is a budget-friendly option worth considering.

It normally hovers (ha) around $299, but Amazon just dropped it to $209 for Prime Day — making it the best value you can get right now for a traditional, controller-bound DJI setup. It's also the lowest price we've seen it go for since its 2024 debut. (Want to save even more? The DJI Neo is $139.)

The DJI Mini 4K features a true 4K Ultra HD camera mounted on a mechanical 3-axis gimbal (cheaper knockoff drones use digital image stabilization, which looks shaky and amateurish), so if you're into aerial photography or need to take some product shots for your job, this is the way to do it. It's also super beginner-friendly; it has pre-programmed "QuickShots" (like Helix, Dronie, and Boomerang) that track a subject and film cinematic movements, and an automatic GPS Return-to-Home if you lose signal.

Bonus perk: It weighs under 249 grams, so you don't have to register it with the FAA or deal with Remote ID requirements for recreational use. You can literally open the box, charge it up, and start flying safely.

Our Best Editor-Vetted Prime Day Deals Right Now

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds — $179.00 (List Price $249.00)

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple iPad 11" 128GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (Silver, 2025 Release) — $299.00 (List Price $349.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $279.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

55" Amazon Ember 4-Series 4K HDR10+ Smart Fire TV (2025 Model) — $279.95 (List Price $459.99)

Fire TV Stick 4K Plus Streaming Player With Remote (2025 Model) — $24.99 (List Price $49.99)

Meta Quest 3S 128GB With 3-Month Trial of Meta Horizon+ — $296.79 (List Price $349.99)

DJI Mini 3 4K Foldable Mini Camera Drone With RC Controller — $339.00 (List Price $549.00)