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• TikTok shares holiday sales data

  15-10-2026 23:58 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The company said in-app sales surpassed $500 million between Black Friday Cyber Monday last year and users are currently looking for holiday inspiration.
  
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• The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is now on sale at Walmart — save $15

  16-10-2026 15:03 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is available for $94.49 at Amazon, but Walmart has it for just $79.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle$79.99 at Walmart $94.99 Save $15 Get Deal at WalmartPrices for the Pokémon TCG's 30th Celebration Booster Bundle have been holding firm in the $90-$100 price range. Amazon is still there, but sellers are working hard to get you to spend your trading
  
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• The new Apple iPhone Duo is $1,000 off with this wild preorder deal — how to claim

  16-10-2026 14:31 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: The new Apple iPhone Duo is $1,000 off with T-Mobile. To qualify for this preorder deal, you need to switch to T-Mobile and bring your number on an Experience Beyond plan.Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleT-Mobile: iPhone Duo for $1,000 off Shop NowThe launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max naturally caused a stir, but prepare yourself for the seismic impact of the iPhone Duo. It's Apple's first-ever foldable phone — did you expect this to drop quietly?Preorders for
  
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• Apple iPhone Duo sells out instantly. Its backordered until December.

  16-10-2026 14:28 via mashable.com
  
  Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo opened at 8 a.m. ET on Friday, and moments later, the phone was already sold out.On social media, customers complained that they were unable to secure the phone for in-store pickup, and on the Apple online store, the phone is now backordered for delivery until early December.Credit: Timothy Werth / Mashable
  Apple's "Get Ready" program allows users to pre-preorder new iPhones so they can check out more quickly on opening day, but even this was too slow for most custo
  
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• Tesla unveils new Roadster and yes, it can actually fly

  16-10-2026 14:26 via mashable.com
  
  Tesla's Roadster may be a few years late, but at least it launched with a bang. The new Roadster, unveiled late on Thursday in McGregor, Texas, is an electric supercar boasting numbers that seem impossible. Far more fascinating than the numbers was a demo in which the car was driven upside down on a ramp and then, using boosters on the bottom and the sides, flips itself over mid-air and gently lowers itself to the ground. "You're gonna see what happens when you have a collaboration between the w
  
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• Tesla Roadster tricks: See them all in one place

  16-10-2026 14:25 via mashable.com
  
  Kicking off the Tesla Roadster unveiling on Thursday, CEO Elon Musk said he brought a live audience to make sure people don't think what the company will show was AI-generated. He wasn't joking. During the presentation, the Tesla Roadster successfully performed a number of tricks that boggle the mind and are mostly at odds with anything any regular car can even come close to doing. This includes stupidly fast acceleration, hanging upside-down on an inverted C-ramp, and, yes, flying. For details
  
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• Porsche launched a car on flying Tesla day and the memes are incredible

  16-10-2026 14:20 via mashable.com
  
  Picking when to launch a shiny new product is half the battle.You've got to make sure the timing is right, and the absolute last thing you want is to get overshadowed by a competitor.SEE ALSO:Tesla unveils new Roadster and yes, it can actually fly
  Enter Porsche. On Thursday, the company unveiled a new supercar called the Mission S, sharing a post on X and describing it as "a glimpse into the future."This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
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• Sony’s new gold-plated Walkman costs $5,899 — where to preorder Sonys premium Walkman lineup

  16-10-2026 14:03 via mashable.com
  
  Where to preorder Sony's next-generation premium Walkman players:Sony NW-ZX900 Walkman$1,899.99 at AmazonShop NowSony NW-WM1AM3 Walkman$2,999.99 at AmazonShop NowSony NW-WM1ZM3 Walkman$5,899.99 at SonyShop Now
  Did you think the humble Walkman died alongside cassette tapes and early 2000s MP3 players? Rising like a phoenix, the Walkman has been resurrected by Sony. But it's not like you remember.Sony has just refreshed its premium digital media player lineup, opening preorders for three new Walkm
  
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• What marketers need to know from Advertising Week New York 2026

  16-10-2026 14:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  Marketers from Smirnoff, Liquid Death and Chili’s converged at AWNY to talk AI, connecting with culture and the evolving creator economy.
  
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• Optimizing ad spend ahead of Black Friday: What the numbers say

  16-10-2026 14:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  Advertisers who added new creative weekly saw a 23% higher return on investment compared to those who only added creative once or twice.
  
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• iPhone Duo preorders are now live: Everything you need to know before buying Apples first foldable

  16-10-2026 14:00 via mashable.com
  
  It's almost iPhone Duo day, folks.Announced in September after years of rumors, Apple's first-ever foldable phone is now available for preorder ahead of its Oct. 23 release. The iPhone Duo features a passport-style design with a nano-texture inner display, a hidden selfie camera, a blazing-fast A20 Pro chip, and a hinge with a flexible graphite pipe inside — its secret to effective cooling. Mashable senior editor Stan Schroeder got to spend a little time with the Duo at Apple Park las
  
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• Apple’s HomeView event breakdown: I got big questions

  16-10-2026 14:00 via mashable.com
  
  Apple's new HomeView video resonated with Bridget Carey, but the true test comes when you get families and their kids in front of it. She breaks down the big news from Apple's event, including what's new in the HomePod Mini 2 and fourth generation Apple TV 4K box. Read more about Apple's HomeView event and announcements: Apple HomeView: Where to buy Apple's new smart home and entertainment hub
  Everything announced in Apple's 'Welcome Home' release: New smart speakers, displays, and camerasT
  
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• Xbox just dropped a retro mini controller — where to preorder this adorable little guy

  16-10-2026 13:26 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: The Xbox Nano Controller will launch on Nov. 4. Preorders for this retro mini controller are now live for $49.94.Opens in a new windowCredit: MicrosoftXbox Nano Controller$49.94 at Amazon  Shop Now at AmazonI try to keep a cool head when online shopping. Sure, there are some cool products that turn heads, but you need to keep your wits about you when navigating the murky waters of the online shopping world. When I first met the Xbox Nano Controller, I truly tried to keep my composure
  
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• Taskmasters Greg Davies & Alex Horne talk Dropout crossovers & unfiltered chaos in series 22

  16-10-2026 13:24 via mashable.com
  
  Taskmaster is back on Say More! Taskmaster's Greg Davies and Alex Horne join Mashable Executive Producer Mark Stetson to dive into the utterly chaotic Series 22, featuring contestants Richard Ayoade, Chloe Petts, Isy Suttie, Matt Lucas, and Nina Conti. Davies and Horne go deep on their approach to handling "chaos agents" like Rich Ayoade and Jason Mantzoukas, the most iconic outfits throughout the show's run, and the hilarious moments that have made them break character. Plus, Greg opens up abou
  
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• GTA 6 soundtrack: Every song, artist, and celebrity DJ we know about so far

  16-10-2026 13:22 via mashable.com
  
  What's a Grand Theft Auto game without a killer soundtrack?From the sun-soaked synth-pop of Vice City to surfing a sea of radio stations, music has always been an essential part of Rockstar Games' gritty, open-world franchise. And with Grand Theft Auto VI taking players back to Vice City, the sprawling soundtrack is shaping up to be just as ambitious as the game itself.Rockstar has already revealed a 34-track album featuring artists like Travis Scott, Cardi B, and PinkPantheress, along with an o
  
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• The Sunseeker X3 Plus robot lawn mower has dropped to its best-ever price — save over $700

  16-10-2026 12:56 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE OVER $700: As of Oct. 16, the Sunseeker X3 Plus robot lawn mower has hit its lowest-ever price of $836.98 at Amazon. That's $762.01 off its full price of $1,598.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: SunseekerSunseeker X3 Plus Robot Lawn Mower$836.98 at Amazon $1,598.99 Save $762.01 Get Deal at AmazonAs we inch closer to winter, outdoor work like mowing the lawn starts winding down. However, there's nothing wrong with planning ahead for next year's yard chores, and Amazon can help by offering
  
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• The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box is now under market price at Walmart — save over $20 vs. Amazon

  16-10-2026 12:51 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box is available to preorder for $137.89 at Amazon, but Walmart is cheaper at just $113.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box$113.99 at Walmart  Preorder at WalmartIt's only been a week since preorders for the Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Elite Trainer Box first became available for around $140 at Amazon, but prices for the upcoming exp
  
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• The Pokémon TCG Delta Reign Display Box is now under $250 at Amazon — get $30 off

  16-10-2026 12:48 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box is on sale for $249.45 at Amazon, down from its $279.99 list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: The Pokémon CompanyPokémon TCG Mega Evolution Delta Reign Booster Display Box$249.95 at Amazon $279.99 Save $30.04 Preorder at AmazonThe Pokémon TCG Delta Reign expansion is just three weeks away, and there seem to be price wars across our go-to trading card retailers. Amazon initially had
  
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• Daylight saving time end: When the clocks change soon

  16-10-2026 12:40 via mashable.com
  
  The U.S. is a big country, and we don't all experience the seasons in the same way, but for a lot of us, fall is definitely here. The weather is cooler, football is happening, new iPhones have arrived, and all of that means it's almost time to move the clocks back to close out Daylight Saving Time 2026. Since you're reading this, you're probably wondering exactly when that's supposed to happen. After all, it can get confusing as to whether or not we're even in DST at any given point in time, and
  
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• Jimmy Kimmel responds to a White House spokesperson calling him a no-talent loser

  16-10-2026 12:17 via mashable.com
  
  Jimmy Kimmel is under fire from the Trump administration this week. First the president went after him at a rally, and now the White House itself has got involved."The White House also issued a not-so-fabulous statement today about me, in response to my monologue. To be honest I'm not even sure which one pissed them off. One of the monologues prompted White House spokesboy Davis Dingle to say 'Jimmy Kimmel is a no-talent loser who has beclowned himself with tanking ratings and by spewing disgust
  
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• Your PDF headaches could end with this $69.99 lifetime tool

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Get lifetime access to UPDF’s PDF editing, conversion, OCR, annotation, and document management tools for $69.99 (reg. $149.99).Opens in a new windowCredit: UPDFUPDF - Edit & Convert PDF: Lifetime Subscription$69.99 $149.99 Save $80.00 Get DealPDFs are supposed to make sharing documents easier. Editing them, however, can feel like an entirely different assignment. UPDF offers a lifetime subscription to its PDF editing and conversion toolkit for just $69.99 (reg. $149.99), g
  
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• Tired of swipe fatigue? Why retro directories like AdultFriendFinder are winning back burnt-out daters.

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  It's now official: "Swipe fatigue" has made the transition from casual online buzzword to an actual IRL experience. It's now a statistically observable phenomenon, and it's affecting how people approach dating, not to mention their ability to find matches on popular apps.Indeed, 78 percent of Gen Z dating app users report experiencing some level of "burnout" from dating apps. That research comes from a Forbes survey, while Match Group, Inc., the conglomerate that owns Tinder and Hinge,
  
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• The best iPhone Duo preorder deals (so far): How to get Apples new foldable for as low as $799

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  Best iPhone Duo preorder deals:Apple Store (AT&T)$799(save up to $1,200 with eligible trade-in and AT&T Elite 2.0 or Premium 2.0 plan)Pre-Order HereT-Mobile$999(save up to $1,000 with eligible trade-in and Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan)Pre-Order HereAT&T$799(save up to $1,200 with trade-in worth $230 or more and AT&T Elite 2.0 or Premium 2.0 plan)Pre-Order HereXfinity Mobile$999(save up to $1,000 with qualifying trade-in and new Mobile Plus line)Pre-Order HereVerizon$1,999(
  
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• Smart buyers don’t sleep on a $9.97 Windows 11 Pro offer

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Get a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license for one PC for $9.97 (reg. $199) during the Microsoft Flash Sale through Oct. 20.Opens in a new windowCredit: MicrosoftMicrosoft Windows 11 Pro$9.97 $199 Save $189.03 Get DealIf your PC has been running a little sluggish or you’ve been meaning to bring your system up to speed, Windows 11 Pro is just $9.97 (MSRP $199) through 11:59 p.m. PT on Oct.20 as part of this Microsoft Flash Sale — a rare, time-sensitive offer that rewards quick,
  
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• Sense and Sensibility review: Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles resurrect Jane Austen

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  The love stories of Jane Austen might be set in England's Regency era of stiff gender norms and even stiffer social hierarchies, but their appeal is timeless. Austen's novels have been adapted over and over for film and television. Sometimes they are set within their traditional setting, like Ang Lee's rapturous Sense and Sensibility, Joe Wright's Pride and Prejudice, and Autumn de Wilde's Emma. Other times, they get a modern overhaul, like Bridget Jones's Diary, Fire Island, or Clueless. Still
  
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• Does You Can See Everything live up to the hype?

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  The energy in the lobby of Alice Tully Hall was kinetic on the night of Sept. 30, as press, patrons, and the public eagerly awaited the New York Film Festival's New York premiere of You Can See Everything. The documentary's existence went from a well-kept secret to an internet sensation when A24 dropped a teaser on Sept. 6 showing notorious Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes having an intimate conversation with heralded comedian Nathan Fielder. The project seemed preposterous, like something
  
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• Astronomers spot something positively enormous behind the Milky Way

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  Astronomers peering past the crowded, dusty plane of the Milky Way have spotted a tangle of radio light, glowing inside a massive collision of lots of galaxies.The space object loops and curls in thin strands, earning its nickname, the Treble Clef. It's what researchers refer to as a "radio phoenix," a cloud of faded particles brought back to life. It lurks inside a galaxy cluster — a huge group of galaxies bound together by gravity — and that cluster is in the throes of a merger wit
  
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• AdultFriendFinder vs. Sniffies: Whats the better site for hooking up?

  16-10-2026 11:00 via mashable.com
  
  Gay men are absolutely spoiled for choice in the world of hookup apps and sites, but that doesn't mean every option is worthy of your time. If you're looking for a fast connection, whether virtual or in person, some services clearly stand out. Today, we're pitting one of the internet's oldest hookup sites against one of the newest hookup sites in a head-to-head battle to see which option comes out on top. Will it be AdultFriendFinder, the 30-year-old online kink community with millions and
  
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• The best early Black Friday outdoor deals: Super early discounts on Yeti, Igloo, Coleman, and more

  16-10-2026 10:46 via mashable.com
  
  The best early Black Friday outdoor deals:Best portable power station dealAnker Solix C1000$499.99(save $100)Get DealBest tent dealKelty Timeout 6 Tent$134.73(save $46.22)Get DealBest cooler dealYeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler$340(save $85)Get Deal
  Whether you like to get outdoors yourself or your favorite people go camping often, shopping Black Friday deals for outdoor gear is always a great move. Just like pumpkin spice seeping further into sweaty summer months, Black Friday deals are landing ea
  
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• Dunkin’ is giving away free bat-winged koozies for 1 day only — how to get yours

  16-10-2026 10:40 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Dunkin’ is giving away free bat-winged drink koozies for one day only on Friday, Oct. 16. To grab one, just order the new Berry Battie Daydream Refresher at participating locations while supplies last.Halloween has officially taken over Dunkin', and the chain has another surprise brewing for its Refresher fans. The spooky season already brought plenty of colorful drinks to the menu, but Dunkin' wasn't finished having fun with its holiday lineup.Now, there’s a new reason to kee
  
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