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Bambu Lab is often painted as the “worst” 3D printer manufacturer that happens to make the “best” 3D printers. The company’s walled-garden approach and clashes with open-source projects have earned it some deserved pushback over the years, and yet this week they still don’t look as bad as Stratasys.

There are many people who still value and embrace local TV broadcasting—I'm one of them, even though I love streaming services. I'd love all the amazing benefits ATSC 3.0 provides in my area, but I also like the nostalgia of turning on the TV, seeing what is on, and choosing what I want to watch for free.

TL; DR: Samsung TV Plus is turning on House of Hallows for October, bringing a massive collection of free, subscription-free horror directly to Samsung Smart TVs. The lineup features AVOD premieres of A24 hits like Heretic and MaXXXine, iconic blockbusters like The Sixth Sense and Resident Evil, and paranormal series on the Fear Zone channel.

If you are looking to queue up a spooky movie marathon without adding another paid subscription to your monthly bill, Samsung has you covered. Throughout October, Samsung TV Plus — the global, subscription-free streaming service available on Samsung Smart TVs — is launching its House of Hallows hub.

Designed to be a one-stop destination for horror classics, paranormal series, and nightly frights, the event delivers an absolute mountain of horror content straight to your living room with no logins or credit cards required. Whether you want to stream blockbuster movies on demand, binge ghost hunts on live channels, or just leave eerie visuals running in the background during a fall party, here is everything landing on Samsung TV Plus this Halloween season.

Featured movies and classic thrillers

Available across Movie Hub, the Samsung Television Network (STN), and on-demand streaming, the October film lineup ranges from nostalgic sci-fi and slasher hits to international thrillers and family-friendly spooky flicks:

• The Sixth Sense

• Resident Evil and Resident Evil: Apocalypse

• Mars Attacks!

• Suspiria

• Urban Legend and Urban Legends: Final Cut

• You're Next

• Cobweb

• Exhuma

• Labyrinth

• R.L. Stine’s Zombie Town

• Tourist Trap

• In the Cut

• Salmokji: Whispering Water

SEE ALSO: What's new to streaming this week? (Sept. 25, 2026) The A24 Horror Collection

For fans seeking acclaimed, modern genre hits, the dedicated A24 collection brings together psychological thrillers, supernatural scares, and unsettling cinema. This channel includes several major free ad-supported streaming (AVOD) premieres alongside beloved cult favorites:

• AVOD Premieres — Heretic, The Front Room, and MaXXXine

• Modern Classics and Cult Favorites — Talk to Me, Hereditary, Midsommar, X, Pearl: An X-traordinary Origin Story..., The Blackcoat's Daughter, Lamb, Under the Skin, Life After Beth, The Monster, Climax, In Fabric, and Enemy

If you prefer unscripted ghost hunting and real-world paranormal investigations, the Fear Zone channel features primetime spots spotlighting a different series each night on a weekly rotation:

• Most Haunted

• Paranormal Survivor

• The Other Side

• Death Walker

• Boogeyman

For moments when you need a break from intense jump scares, Samsung TV Plus is adding a couple of lighter seasonal options:

• AFV with Alfonso Ribeiro — Watch continuous runs of favorite Halloween-themed episodes from America’s Funniest Home Videos.

• Halloween Vibes Channel — Turn your television into a cozy seasonal backdrop with ambient fall-aesthetic visuals, eerie nightscapes, and haunted hideaways to set the mood for spooky gatherings.

Skip the extra $15 streaming subscription this month — grab your popcorn, dim the lights, and turn on your Samsung Smart TV this fall.

MX Linux is one of the most popular distros, and while its Debian base is attractive, it's not even its biggest draw. The bigger draw is MX Tools, a suite of in-house utilities that turn tedious jobs into a few clicks. Three of them, specifically, are stuff I'd love to see more often in other distros.

TL;DR: As of Sept. 24, the XTEINK X4 Classic Pocket eReader is marked down to $78.99 at Amazon. That's $10.01 off the list price of $89.

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You may have been one of the Kindle fans who were alarmed by news that Amazon would be hiking prices across its devices — more fallout from the ongoing AI-enforced RAMageddon crisis, which is driving up tech prices.

The bad news for Kindle readers is that upgrading your Kindle is going to come at a literal cost — and more than you normally expect to pay for a Kindle. Fortunately, the XTEINK X4 Classic Pocket eReader, which is one of the trendiest Kindle alternatives, is currently marked down as part of the early October Prime Day deals.

As of Sept. 24, the XTEINK X4 Classic Pocket eReader is down to $78.99. It's usually priced at $89, so that's a $10.01 saving.

The big selling point of this e-reader is just how practical and compact it is. It attaches magnetically to the back of your smartphone, so your e-books are right there on the phone and in your pocket. You can also turn pages with either physical buttons or by just shaking the device. The main catch with this one is that it requires DRM-free EPUB files, so you won't get the full range available to Kindle.

Pick up the XTEINK X4 Classic Pocket eReader today for just $78.99.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Apple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile 

• Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26prem

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

• TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502)

SAVE OVER $100: As of Sept. 24, the Hisense 65-inch E6SR Hi-QLED 4K UHD Smart TV is on sale for $399.99 at Amazon. That's $150 off its full price of $549.99.

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Amazon's stacked with great early deals ahead of its October Prime Day sale, especially on TVs.

In the sweet spot of 65-inch screen sizes, we've found some discounted models that are well worth checking out right now, including the Hisense 65-inch E6SR Hi-QLED 4K UHD Smart TV. This is our favorite budget find so far in this size range, with a $150 discount ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

While it's normally priced at $549.99, this discount has brought the price down to $399.99. Amazon notes that this is a 30-day low for the model, but the price-tracking tool camelcamelcamel lists it as the best-ever price.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime in time for the next Prime Day

If you've been looking to upgrade to a bigger screen, Hisense's 65-inch model is a great mid-range pick that offers a larger display without taking up most of your wall space. It has high-quality specs, too. 4K resolution and Hi-QLED technology pair together to bring a crisply detailed and colorful picture to your screen, which is further boosted by Dolby Vision.

It also comes with DTS Virtual:X, which enhances the sound quality of what you're watching, so you don't miss a beat of dialogue as it unfolds. And on top of that, streaming from your favorite apps is simple and easy since it's a Smart Roku TV.

Amazon's sale is still a little way away, so why wait to jump on this deal? Be quick to save on the Hisense 65-inch E6SR Hi-QLED 4K UHD Smart TV at Amazon right now.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Apple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile 

• Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26prem

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

• TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502)

Where to buy Adidas’s limited-edition Pokémon collection: Adidas See the collection Shop Now Foot Locker See the collection Shop Now Sole Play See the collection Shop Now

Adidas has officially dropped another limited-edition Pokémon collection, marking the latest release in a wild string of collabs celebrating the franchise’s 30th anniversary. We've covered Owala bottles, Stance socks, Polaroid cameras, and much more, but this might be the coolest Pokémon drop to date.

The collection features over 10 new footwear designs across staple silhouettes like the Samba OG. Prices range from $60 to $180, with listings on every pair live online right now across major retailers. Charizard, Pikachu, Mewtwo, and other favorites are featured, so you can expect these to sell fast.

Here's everything you need to know about the lineup and where to secure your size before stock runs dry.

What's included in the collection?

There really is something for everyone in this wild collection, from fuzzy sneakers with Pikachu ears to more understated Sambas featuring lavender suede:

• Pikachu (Superstar II in Yellow and White): The bold yellow pair features a fuzzy upper with plush Pikachu ears attached to the tongue. The clean white option keeps things subtle, with yellow stripes and lightning-bolt embroidery on the heel.

Credit: Adidas / Pokémon

• Charmander (Superstar II): Cream white leather base accented with shock-orange stripes and a custom graphic of Charmander using Ember across the side panel.

Credit: Adidas / Pokémon

• Charmeleon (Superstar II): Shifts to deep crimson shades with textured shell toes and character-specific tongue tags.

• Charizard (Superstar Vintage): Features an orange dragon-scale leather upper, removable wing overlays, and custom lace jewels.

• Mewtwo (Samba OG) Soft lavender suede terrace silhouette with iridescent sheen, glossy purple heel tabs, and an acrylic lace tag referencing Mewtwo's signature Psystrike move.

• Gastly (Adistar Control 3): Dark smoke-grey and deep purple breathable open-mesh runner.

• Haunter (Adistar Control 5): Deep purple performance runner built with extended tongue tags and hidden pink accents.

• Gengar (Adistar XLG 2.0): A chunky 2000s-inspired silhouette where raised side panels mimic Gengar's glowing eyes.

• Rayquaza (Adistar Control 5): Emerald green mesh performance model featuring textured dragon-scale cage overlays and metallic gold accents.

Collabs can be lazy, but this 30th Anniversary collection stands out for its high-grade materials and character-driven designs. We expect popular sizes to sell quickly, so don't hesitate to grab your size at Adidas, Foot Locker, or Sole Play while stock remains available.

Josh Johnson enjoyed his "last meal" on Mythical Kitchen, and halfway through, he called his mom. What a gem.

The comedian, writer, Daily Show host, and Mashable 101 alum joined host and chef Josh Scherer for a tasty stroll down memory lane. They dine on fruit slushes, a giant charcuterie board, lychee milk tea boba, pad thai, New York-style pepperoni pizza, pumpkin soup, chicken and shrimp gumbo, young coconuts (served as a soup), all with different spoons — “You didn’t have to do different spoons for me,” Johnson says — as the comedy star talks through memories.

It's a delightful chat, with Johnson stopping during the soup course to call his mother to check gumbo details and tell her that "someone's doing it right out here."

In another highlight of the video, Johnson invites the Mythical Kitchen crew including Ash Guenin, Colby Bleistein, and Tony Manlutac to join the table so he can congratulate them on their cooking skills. Bon appétit.

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TL;DR: As of Sept. 24, the LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor is now available for $499.99 at Amazon. That's a $400 saving on the list price of $899.99.

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Top-level gaming gear doesn't come cheap, so whenever you find a good deal on gaming hardware, it's a serious 1-up moment.

The good news for gamers is that we expect plenty of gaming deals as part of October Prime Day, which runs Oct. 6-7. Even better news is that some super early deals are already available, including a good selection of price drops on gaming monitors. For instance, check out the mega discount you can currently get on the LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor, a 27-inch model from one of the best names in TV and monitor tech.

As of Sept. 24, the LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor is available for $499.99 at Amazon. That's a total saving of $400 from the regular list price of $899.99.

There are plenty of reasons to pick up this deal — other than the $400 price reduction, that is. Not least of all is the OLED display, widely considered one of the best screen technologies. It's not quite 4K, but it delivers QHD resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.3ms response time, DisplayHDR True Black, and compatibility with both Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro.

At just $499.99, the LG Ultragear OLED gaming monitor is more than worth grabbing to upgrade your gaming setup. Get it now and save a massive $400 off the usual price of $899.99.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Apple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile 

• Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26prem

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

• TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502)

TL;DR: As of Sept. 24, the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G8 gaming monitor is now available for $699.99 at Amazon. That's a $250 saving on the list price of $949.99.

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If you're a dedicated gamer, you'll know that top-quality hardware is the difference between winning and losing — spec absolutely matters when you're competing in fine margins. The problem is price. Good gaming hardware costs top dollar, which is why any gamer who knows their stuff is firmly locked in on major sales like October Prime Day.

Sure, we're still a few weeks out, with Prime Day officially set for Oct. 6-7, but there are already some gaming deals available — including gaming monitor deals we think are worth highlighting. That includes the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G8 gaming monitor, a high-end model that goes beyond most other monitors thanks to 5K resolution.

As of Sept. 24, the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G8 gaming monitor is available for $699.99 at Amazon. That’s a $250 discount from the regular list price of $949.99.

Sure, it's not the biggest monitor you'll find — there are some curved display options that are absolute beasts — but it's a great fit for mid-size gaming setups. And that's not to say it doesn't go big on spec, because it's loaded with features to improve both your gaming experience and performance: a 360Hz refresh rate, a 1ms response time, a Fast IPS panel, Nvidia G-Sync compatibility, HDR10+ plus AMD FreeSync.

At just $699.99, the Samsung 27-inch Odyssey G8 gaming monitor is a great value hi-spec addition for any gaming station — $250 is a significant saving. Don't miss your chance to level up with this deal.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Apple iPhone 18 Pro — free at T-Mobile 

• Paramount+ — $0.99 for 2 months with code p2mcs26prem

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple iPad Pro — $1,899 $2,099 (save $200)

• TCL 85-Inch Class QM8L Series TV — $2,497.99 $3,999.99 (save $1,502)

Adobe is constantly adding new features to its Creative Cloud toolbox, and Photoshop’s new AI-assisted Editor is the latest player in the mix. It should make editing tasks, from background removal to adding new objects, easier and faster.

TL;DR: Launching Nov. 1 exclusively at Best Buy and direct from EverBoard, the EverBoard is a 21.5-inch tabletop digital console designed for up to six players. It packs licensed Hasbro classics like Monopoly, Connect 4, Chutes and Ladders, and Scrabble into a controller-free touchscreen

If your family game night usually ends with missing dice, lost cards, or arguments over house rules, a new digital tabletop console wants to save your game night. The EverBoard is an all-in-one digital game system launching at select Best Buy stores and online, built to bring family and friends around the same screen without the physical clutter. Built around a 21.5-inch touchscreen, the board supports up to six players at once — no extra controllers, plastic pieces, or mobile app downloads needed.

At launch, EverBoard is partnering with Hasbro to offer digital versions of classic favorites like Monopoly, Connect 4, Chutes and Ladders, and Scrabble. Players access these titles through EverPass, a monthly service with over 50 games out of the box.

But the real party trick here is the EverVibe Game Creator, an AI feature that lets you build original games using simple voice or text prompts. Instead of sticking to pre-made rules, you can describe a custom game idea out loud and watch the board generate a playable version right on the screen.

The physical hardware is built to fit almost any setup, offering four distinct modes that let you play flat on a table, propped up at an angle, locked vertically, or packed into a portable hardshell case for trips. Since the multi-touch screen registers inputs from all sides, anyone around the table can take their turn naturally.

Game night is officially getting an AI upgrade — look for the EverBoard at Best Buy and online starting Nov. 1.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Night Pikachu Mini Tin is available to preorder for $44.99 at Walmart, nearly $5 below its current market price.

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  Pre-order Here

Amazon is missing one of the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration expansion’s core products, but not only is the Pikachu-themed variant available elsewhere, but you can preorder now for under market value. 

As of Sept. 24, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Night Pikachu Mini Tin is $44.99 at Walmart. The preorder is sold and shipped by marketplace seller T. Gaming, with free shipping and an estimated Oct. 15 arrival at the time of writing. That’s nearly two weeks after its Oct. 2 release date, but Walmart’s preorder price guarantee is also included, so you’ll pay the lower price if it drops again before launch. 

With this new low for preorders, you’re paying $4.91 below market price — estimated by trading card selling platform TCGplayer. As for TCGplayer listings, the lowest currently available is $45.99, making it a nice backup if Walmart runs out of stock. 

SEE ALSO: Shop the best early Prime Day deals on Pokémon, including 30th Celebration trading cards for under market price

Inside are two Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration booster packs, a sticker sheet, a Pokémon art card matching the Pikachu-, Unknown-, and Toxitricity-decorated tin, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. 

Night Pikachu is one of 10 Mini Tin designs. Collect all of their matching art cards, and they combine into two larger scenes.

If you’re a Pokémon collector who’s keen to complete the set from the get-go, you can buy the 10-unit 30th Celebration Mini Tin Display Box for $352.24 on TCGplayer. 

My phone is full of apps with various accounts for email, social media, messaging, banking, work, etc. I don't mind most of these apps being together on the same device, but there are some I'd like to keep separate. Thankfully, my Samsung Galaxy allows me to do that without needing a second phone.

TL;DR: Target is hosting a nationwide Pokémon 30th Anniversary event on Sept. 27 from 12-4 p.m. local time. Attend to claim custom card crafts, free goodie bags, and limited-edition 30th Celebration TCG drops.

Nothing surprises me anymore when it comes to Pokémon. It doesn't matter how many collections and expansions hit the market. I know the world will collectively lose its mind whenever anything new drops. Nothing is changing anytime soon.

So when I heard that Target is planning a huge nationwide Pokémon 30th Anniversary event with merch, games, and giveaways, the hairs stood up on my neck. This is going to be big, so I want you to be prepared.

SEE ALSO: The Pokémon 30th Celebration box is way below market price — act fast to buy for $89.99 on Amazon

Here is everything you need to know if you plan to attend, what you can actually get, and how to prepare for the inevitable crowds.

When is the Target Pokémon event?

Target's Pokémon 30th Anniversary event takes place on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 12-4 p.m. local time at participating brick-and-mortar locations.

Store participation and stock allocations will vary by location, so I recommend checking the full list of participating stores or calling your local store beforehand to confirm they are hosting. It's also worth asking about their line policies, so you don't go home disappointed.

What freebies, activities, and demos are offered?

Target is setting up dedicated Pokémon areas in participating stores featuring a mix of interactive activities and freebies. You can expect a "draw-your-own Pokémon card" craft station that includes a plastic slab cover resembling a PSA-graded collectible. Select Target locations will also feature playable demos for Pokémon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Credit: Target

Everyone loves a freebie, and the good news is that you can expect promotional giveaways while supplies last. Target hasn't confirmed exactly what will be on offer just yet, but we're seeing rumors around goodie bags for attendees. According to reports, the first ~98 attendees in line will receive a bag of freebies, which includes a Mewtwo promo card and a special event ticket. That ticket can be redeemed to purchase two 30th Celebration Tins, if the rumors are true.

Demand during the Sept. 16 launch was massive, so what are your chances of actually getting your hands on anything during this event? You're going to be going up against scalpers, but what's new?

TL;DR: Target is hosting a nationwide Pokémon 30th Anniversary event on Sept. 27 from 12-4 p.m. local time. Attend to claim custom card crafts, free goodie bags, and limited-edition 30th Celebration TCG drops.

Nothing surprises me anymore when it comes to Pokémon. It doesn't matter how many collections and expansions hit the market. I know the world will collectively lose its mind whenever anything new drops. Nothing is changing anytime soon.

So when I heard that Target is planning a huge nationwide Pokémon 30th Anniversary event with merch, games, and giveaways, the hairs stood up on my neck. This is going to be big, so I want you to be prepared.

SEE ALSO: The Pokémon 30th Celebration box is way below market price — act fast to buy for $89.99 on Amazon

Here is everything you need to know if you plan to attend, what you can actually get, and how to prepare for the inevitable crowds.

When is the Target Pokémon event?

Target's Pokémon 30th Anniversary event takes place on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 12-4 p.m. local time at participating brick-and-mortar locations.

Store participation and stock allocations will vary by location, so I recommend checking the full list of participating stores or calling your local store beforehand to confirm they are hosting. It's also worth asking about their line policies, so you don't go home disappointed.

The top deals of the day

• Shop early October Prime Day deals at Amazon 

• Shop the Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale

• See the latest Amazon deals on headphones and earbuds

• See the latest Amazon deals on laptops and computers

What freebies, activities, and demos are offered?

Target is setting up dedicated Pokémon areas in participating stores featuring a mix of interactive activities and freebies. You can expect a "draw-your-own Pokémon card" craft station that includes a plastic slab cover resembling a PSA-graded collectible. Select Target locations will also feature playable demos for Pokémon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Credit: Target

Everyone loves a freebie, and the good news is that you can expect promotional giveaways while supplies last. Target hasn't confirmed exactly what will be on offer just yet, but we're seeing rumors around goodie bags for attendees. According to reports, the first ~98 attendees in line will receive a bag of freebies, which includes a Mewtwo promo card and a special event ticket. That ticket can be redeemed to purchase two 30th Celebration Tins, if the rumors are true.

Demand during the Sept. 16 launch was massive, so what are your chances of actually getting your hands on anything during this event? You're going to be going up against scalpers, but what's new?

It's been less than a year since the Melania doc came out, but apparently the people want more?

In the clip above, Daily Show host Desi Lydic gives a detailed breakdown of Melania Trump's recent appearance on Fox & Friends, during which the First Lady announced an upcoming docuseries.

"Another Melania documentary?" asks a confused Lydic. "Melania, I love you, but unless you're living with Nathan Fielder in this thing, no-one is asking for this."

Lydic finishes with a parody trailer for the docuseries, inter-spliced with some impressively unenthusiastic Fox & Friends interview clips.

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It's been less than a year since the Melania doc came out, but apparently the people want more?

In the clip above, Daily Show host Desi Lydic gives a detailed breakdown of Melania Trump's recent appearance on Fox & Friends, during which the First Lady announced an upcoming docuseries.

"Another Melania documentary?" asks a confused Lydic. "Melania, I love you, but unless you're living with Nathan Fielder in this thing, no-one is asking for this."

Lydic finishes with a parody trailer for the docuseries, inter-spliced with some impressively unenthusiastic Fox & Friends interview clips.

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We all love our cordless power tools, especially with how easy it is to snap on a battery and get to work. And even though many of us own several tools from big names like Ryobi or Milwaukee, knowing which battery pack is the best one to buy or use is still somewhat confusing. That's by design, and here's the battery spec that neither brand puts on the box or label.