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Who among us hasn't used earbuds to help them quiet an overly active brain (or a snoring partner) when going to bed at night?Personally, bedtime is when I'm most likely to be using earbuds in the course of my day. Prior to this review, I used my first-gen AirPods Pro for listening to podcasts and video essays as I drifted off to sleep — on my more mindful nights, I opted for Loop earplugs. While I knew sleep earbuds existed, I never got on board with the idea they'd offer anything that dif

Kids aren't the only ones who get excited about birthday gifts. You can be a full-grown adult and still lose your shit when you open up the gift that topped your wish list. But as you get older, it does become a little more difficult to come up with a list of birthday gift ideas. You can't just ask for all the coolest new toys anymore. Well, you can if you want — we're not going to stop you.SEE ALSO:Try Gift Lab: Our interactive gift guide
If your birthday is coming up and you're strugglin

FREE STREAMING ALERT: Through April 29, Target Circle members can still score three free months of Peacock Premium. That's $7.99 per month or $23.97 total in savings. Not a Target Circle member? Sign up for free.Opens in a new windowCredit: PeacockPeacock Premiumfree for 3 months via Target CircleGet DealBetween consistent price hikes and password sharing crackdowns, the streaming era is becoming kind of a bummer. That's why it's such a delight to see any kind of streaming deal pop up. Bonus poi

TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for only A$87 until 27 April at the Mashable Shop.Subscriptions are great — until they start piling up on you. If you’re tired of recurring fees, this lifetime license bundle for Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro lets you own the tools you need to stay productive without breaking the bank. Through 27 April at the Mashable Shop, you can get both tools with a one-time purchase of for A$87.With Microsoft Offic

TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC with a one-time purchase of A$206 (reg. A$238) through 27 April 27 — no subscription required.What can you expect from your one-time purchase of Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC?Includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote for essential productivityOne-time purchase with no recurring fees for lifetime use on one deviceRedesigned ribbon for quick access to tools based on what you’re working onCo-authoring features let multip

SAVE $334.95: As of April 1, get the Google Pixel 9 Pro for $664.05 at Target, down from its usual price of $999. Opens in a new windowCredit: TargetGoogle Pixel 9 Pro$999 at Target Get DealReady to add a new smartphone to your tech arsenal? You have more options beyond an iPhone or the latest and greatest Samsung offering. There are tons of great phones out there, in fact, and many of them are much more affordable than the flagships out there from the biggest names in phones. For instance, you

EARN DOUBLE POINTS: On April 1, enjoy double rewards on all Kindle book purchases. Shop deals and new releases to spend while you save.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonEarn double Kindle Rewards points on every storeGet 6 points for ever $1 spent.Get DealStill in its beta phase, Kindle Rewards is a loyalty program, where you can earn points on every Kindle book purchase. For every 300 points earned, you get $3 back to use on your next purchase in the Kindle store. Typically, you earn three poi

ChatGPT's image generation tool rolled out to free users this week — which means pretty much everyone can now use OpenAI's tool to create images. There are, obviously, endless things you can do with the tool. It all comes down to the prompts you feed into ChatGPT. The new image generator, part of ChatGPT's 4o model, is apparently quite impressive. Folks have been playing around with ways to use the image generator, but here are four wild use cases we've seen thus far. This Tweet is current

UPDATE: Apr. 1, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EDT This post has been updated with the TV deals still live the day after Amazon's Big Spring Sale ended.A quick look at the best TV deals leftover from Amazon's Big Spring SaleBest 55-inch TV dealHisense 55-inch U7 QLED 4K TV$499.99 at Amazon(save $298.01)Get DealBest 65-inch TV dealTCL 65-inch Q65 QLED 4K TV$399.99 at Amazon(save $150)Get DealBest 75-inch TV dealHisense 75-inch QD7 QLED 4K TV$548 at Amazon(save $201.99)Get Deal
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GET UP TO $401 OFF: As of April 1st, JBL is offering savings up to 33% off on headphones and speakers.The best JBL deals live after the Amazon Big Spring SaleBest JBL speaker dealJBL Go 3$29.95(Save $10)Get DealBest JBL headphone dealJBL Tune 510BT$29.95(Save $10)Get DealJBL Bar 9.1Best JBL soundbar deal$799.00(Save $400.95)Get Deal
JBL is known far and wide for bass that can follow you into the outdoors as well as hi-fi sound that enhances movies and more. Right now, JBL savings are still live

BOOK ONE-WAY FLIGHTS FOR AS LOW AS $49: Launched today, JetBlue's "Spring Into Summer Sale" has flights for as little as $49 each way for travel between April 22 and July 30. The sale ends on April 3 and some date restrictions apply.Opens in a new windowCredit: JetBlueSpring Into Summer SaleFlights as low as $49 for travel between April 22 and July 30Get DealSummer flights are notoriously expensive. Since demand is high during summer vacation, it can be a struggle to book flights that fall into

SAVE $650: As of April 1, get the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey Curved Gaming Monitor for $949.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,599.99. That's a discount of 41%. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonSamsung 49-inch Odyssey Curved Gaming Monitor$949.99 at Amazon $1,599.99 Save $650Get DealThere's a slew of great games coming out in 2025, and you'll want to be there to experience every one of them. One core way to do this is by getting a new monitor tha can help you fully immerse yourself in

SAVE $70: The Arlo Video Doorbell is on sale at Amazon for just $59.99, down from the list price of $129.99. That's a 54% discount that matches the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.Opens in a new windowCredit: ArloArlo Video Doorbell (2K)$59.99 at Amazon $129.99 Save $70Get DealThe Amazon Big Spring Sale is officially over, but Amazon has an olive branch for those of us wo didn't get around to shopping the sale. We're still seeing plenty of great discounts on Apple products, smart home dev

Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of April 1:OUR TOP PICKApple iPad, 10th generation (64GB, WiFi)$279(save $80)Get DealBEST SPEAKER DEALSony SRS-XG300 Bluetooth speaker$142.95(save $207.04)Get DealBEST KINDLE DEALKindle Paperwhite Kids$139.99(save $40)Get DealBEST SOUNDBAR DEALRoku Wireless Soundbar$99.99(save $50)Get DealBEST EARBUDS DEALGoogle Pixel Buds Pro 2$179(save $50)Get Deal
We blinked and the Amazon Big Spring Sale came and went. But just because the official sale has wrapp

GET A FREE E-BOOK WITH PRIME: As of April 1, Amazon Prime members can snag a free e-book as part of the Amazon First Reads program. Not a Prime member? You can still grab First Reads e-books for just $1.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon First ReadsPrime members get one free e-book. Non-Prime members pay $1.99.Get DealPrime membership basically pays for itself with all the free next-day shipping you receive on orders, so the extra benefits are truly just extra. For book loving members,

GET $100 OFF: As of April 1st, the Samsung 32-inch Odyssey G3 Gaming Monitor is on sale for $179.00 after the Amazon Big Spring sale, save 36% or $100. Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung 32-inch Odyssey G3 Gaming Monitor$179 at Amazon $279 Save $100Get DealIf the action happened faster you might be able to get that shot. So often in gaming, lag and latency are the final factors that spoil the fun and keep you from winning. Thankfully, there's something you can do about that: upgrade.The

The best Apple deals still live after Amazon's Big Spring SaleBest MacBook DealApple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD)$1,399Get DealBest AirPods dealApple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation$148.99(Save $30.01)Get DealBest iPad dealApple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB)$549(Save $50)Get DealBest Apple Watch dealApple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm)$329(Save $70)Get Deal
If you're looking for discounted Apple products, Amazon is a reliable place to grab them year-round.However, d

FREE COFFEE AT DUNKIN': Valid on April 1, Dunkin' Rewards members can get a free hot or iced coffee of any size using code ThisIsNotAJoke in the Dunkin' app.Opens in a new windowCredit: Dunkin'Free hot or iced coffee at Dunkin' on April Fools' Daywhen you order with code ThisIsNotAJoke in the Dunkin' appGet DealOn an April Fools' Day in a time when the cost of everything feels like a joke, the most lucrative thing a brand can do is to skip the pranks and give people what they really need: free s

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals still live:Best Kindle dealAmazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB)$224.99(save $55)Get DealBest Apple dealApple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB)$549(save $50)Get DealBest headphones/earbuds dealBose QuietComfort Ultra headphones$329(save $100)Get DealBest robot vacuum dealRoborock Qrevo Master$899.99(save $500)Get DealBest smart home dealKasa Smart Light Bulbs (4 pack)$24.99(save $15)Get DealBest kitchen deal Nutribullet full-size blender combo$1

The new iOS update — 18.4 — is available now and includes priority notifications, an expanded availability of Apple Intelligence to new languages, a recipes section for News Plus subscribers, and some changes to Photos. SEE ALSO:iOS 18.4 developer beta released — here's what you can expect
While all of that is being celebrated, especially by EU users who can now user Apple Intelligence, there's one more change that might convince you to update asap. These eight new emojis:Face

SAVE 10%: On April 1, use code JOKE10 at Shark and Ninja and receive 10% off your order. Opens in a new windowCredit: SharkGet 10% off Shark and Ninja on April 1Use code 'JOKE10' at checkoutGet DealOh, April Fool's Day. There will be plenty of emails coming into your inbox or posts popping up across your social media today that make you do a double take. But Shark and Ninja have a deal that's no joke. On April 1, get 10% off almost everything at Shark and Ninja with code JOKE10 at checkout. Whil

While Adult Swim revealed Rick and Morty Season 8's premiere date on April Fool's Day, rest assured that the news is no joke.Rick and Morty returns May 25, and to celebrate, Adult Swim also released a distinctly Easter-themed first look (along with an actual live-action April Fool's Day special).In the teaser, Rick (voiced by Ian Cardoni) and Morty (voiced by Harry Belden) find themselves in what Morty calls a "Wicker Man looking place," full of burning bunny effigies and people in robes and rab

GET $40 OFF: The Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) is still on sale for $139.99, down from $179.99, the day after Amazon's Big Spring Sale. That's a savings of 22%. Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonKindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB)$139.99 at Amazon $179.99 Save $40Get DealIf a love of books is a cherished family tradition, it's a great time to grab a Kindle for kids. The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is made for children, with a waterproof design that ensures it won't break if they leave it in the yard or ta

Two branches of the Karate Kid franchise intertwine in the upcoming Karate Kid: Legends.The film stars Ralph Macchio as original Karate Kid (and Cobra Kai sensei) Daniel LaRusso, as well as Jackie Chan as the formidable Mr. Han from the 2010 remake. The two join forces to mentor kung fu prodigy Li Fong (Ben Wang).
Much of the new Karate Kid: Legends trailer focuses on Li, who’s just moved to New York City with his mother. While he finds a new friend at his prestigious school, he also draws

SAVE $20: As of April 1, the Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $29.99 after the Amazon Spring Sale. This is 40% off its list price of $49.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K$29.99 at Amazon $49.99 Save $20.00Get DealA few deals are still hanging around after Amazon's Big Spring Sale, including on some of the retailer's own devices. The Fire TV Stick 4K is still on sale at its Spring Sale price for a limited time. If you've been looking to upgrade your streaming setup, now

SAVE $60: As of April 1, the Google Pixel Watch 3 (45mm) is on sale for $339.99 at Amazon. Normally it retails for $399.99, so you're saving 15% on list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: GoogleGoogle Pixel Watch 3 (45mm)$339.99 at Amazon $399.99 Save $60Get DealEven though Amazon's Big Spring Sale came to an end on March 31, there are still some deals hanging around that are worth checking out. If you've been looking to pick up a smartwatch, the Google Pixel Watch 3 (45mm) is still on sale at A

SAVE $70: As of April 1, the Beats Solo 4 headphones are on sale for $129.95 at Amazon. Normally they retail for $199.95, so you're getting 35% off.Opens in a new windowCredit: BeatsBeats Solo 4$129.95 at Amazon $199.95 Save $70Get DealAmazon's Big Spring Sale has come and gone, but a few good deals from the sale event remain. If you were hoping to score some new headphones on sale, you're in luck, as a few models are still discounted including the Beats Solo 4. These are actually still at their

Directors Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou delivered one of 2023's best, freshest horror films in Talk to Me. In 2025, they spin a new chilling tale with the upcoming Bring Her Back, and the trailer looks downright terrifying.SEE ALSO:'Talk to Me' directors Michael and Danny Philippou choose their ultimate horror movie squad
Starring Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, and Sally Hawkins, Bring Her Back's official synopsis from distributor A24 reads, "A brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual a

One of Europe’s leading climate tech VC firms has called for a “fundamental redesign” of traditional computing methods amid surging energy consumption from AI applications. The Berlin-based World Fund warns that simply transitioning data centres to renewable power will not be enough to fully decarbonise AI compute.  “We need to rethink the way we go about computing, from the materials and chips we use to software we run,” Daria Saharova, founding partner

TL;DR: Live stream Club America vs. Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The Concacaf Champions Cup quarter finals showcase some really interesting matchups, including Club America vs. Cruz Azul. This fascinating battle is difficult to predict, so all eyes will be on the first leg in Mexico City.If you want to watch Club America vs. Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup for free from anywhere in the