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Last month, the new season of the dystopian sci-fi series Black Mirror was released on Netflix to critical acclaim. However, while most viewers enjoyed Season 7, a few social media posts went viral wondering what a show with an optimistic view on tech would look like.This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.
Well, we just might soon find out.Google has recently launched a new movie and TV show initiative called "100 Zeroes," according to a report from Business

If you’re on a budget and things look bleak in the relationship department, don’t panic. You don’t need to shell out hundreds to find a genuine connection. Plenty of popular dating apps have a free version. Sure, you still might have to pay for the first date (and even more if things work out), but the cost of matching, swiping, and chatting doesn't have to be yet another item on your monthly budget.Despite what Gen Z thinks, dating apps aren’t entirely gauche. (Though so

UPDATE: May. 5, 2025, 4:00 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest on Nintendo Switch 2 preorder availability at major retailers. We've also added additional information to help readers track Switch 2 restocks.The Nintendo Switch 2 preorder date came and went in the U.S. in late April. You probably didn't get one, but that doesn't mean all hope is lost.After a brief delay due to President Donald Trump's tariffs, Nintendo Switch 2 preorders went live online at several major retailer

Alison Brie and Dave Franco give a whole new meaning to "too close to comfort" in the nauseating trailer for Neon's Together, which is sure to cook up summer scares for horror fans.Written and directed by Michael Shanks, Together made waves at 2025's Sundance Film Festival. The film stars real-life couple Brie and Franco as fictional couple Millie and Tim, who have just made the big decision to move to the countryside. But what should have been an idyllic, fresh start quickly devolves into a bod

TL;DR: Scan anything, anywhere, with this lifetime subscription to iScanner, now A$39 (reg. A$313) with code SCAN through June 1.Raise your hand if you've ever had to rush to the library to print something. If most of us don't have the space for clunky printers, chances are we also don't keep a scanner at home. That's what iScanner is for.This iOS app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a handy little scanner that works for basically any document type. It's also only A$39 (reg. A$313) for a life

Mr. Deepfakes is no more.One of the internet's biggest destinations for nonconsensual deepfake porn has announced that it is shutting down. The website, Mr. Deepfakes, has already gone offline, as first noticed by 404 Media. Mr. Deepfakes's URL now redirects to a "shutdown notice" message announcing the end of the site.Mr. Deepfakes, a website dedicated to publishing nonconsensual deepfake porn, has suddenly closed its doors.Credit: Mr. Deepfakes
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Flying is expensive, and people are always looking for hacks to get a good deal. Luckily for those people, Google Flights — perhaps the most common tool used by air travelers — has revealed data showing some of the secrets to traveling for cheap. Among those findings was the cheapest day to book a flight, which could prove super useful the next time you book a vacation. We parsed through the data and pulled out some key findings for the next time you book a flight.What

SAVE $35: As of May 5, you can score an annual Calm Premium membership for just $34.99 instead of $69.99. That's 50% off in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.Opens in a new windowCredit: CalmCalm annual membership$34.99 $69.99 Save $35.00Get DealA calm mind is often the difference maker between a great day and a terrible one. Of course, getting into that headspace is easier said than done. Fortunately, that's where the Calm app really shines.The Calm app itself is free, but if you want to u

Save $50: As of May 5, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are on sale for $50 lower than their $249.99 list price. You can grab them at Amazon for just $199.95 (or for a few cents more at Target for $199.99), netting you a 20% discount on new workout buds. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $199.95 at Amazon $249.99 Save $50.04Get Deal
You expect a good pair of workout earbuds to come with sweat-proofing and a secure fit, but Beats upped the ante when they included a built-in heart rate monitor with their latest in

Pour one out for the blue "S." After more than two decades, Skype — the once-ubiquitous video-calling app that defined early internet communication — is officially being retired.As of May 5, Microsoft is shutting down Skype, signaling the end of an era for the service that, in the mid-2000s, was practically synonymous with video calls. Launched in 2003 and scooped up by Microsoft in 2011 for $8.5 billion, Skype was once a juggernaut, peaking at more than 300 million active users in t

GET UP TO 57% OFF: As of May 5th, Amazon is running deals on Lego Flowers. Get Lego Botanical sets like Lego Daffodils for as low as $6.39 in time for Mother's Day. The Best Lego Flowers deals for Mother's DayBest Lego Mother's Day dealLego Daffodils set$6.39(save $8.60)Get DealLego Botanicals Chrysanthemum set$23.99(save $6)Get DealLego Cherry Blossom set$8.15(save $6.84)Get DealLego Roses set$9.03(save $5.96)Get DealLego Botanicals Succulents set$39.99(save $10)Get Deal
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We haven't even seen the iPhone 17 yet, and we're already getting rumors about the iPhone 20.It's hard to believe, but it's true. The first real rumor about what to expect from the 20th anniversary iPhone, set to launch in 2027, comes from The Information (courtesy of BGR). According to The Information's report, the first big new feature of the 2027 iPhone will be an edge-to-edge display. In other words, it would be all screen from one end of the device to the other, with no notch or dynamic isl

SAVE 50%: As of May 5, Prime members can get this handheld Game Boy dupe for just $19.99, down from $39.99, at Woot. That's a 50% discount and $20 in savings.Opens in a new windowCredit: LYYGHandheld Game Console (red)$19.99 at Woot$39.99 Save $20.00Get DealIf you didn’t have a Game Boy as a kid, now’s your chance to cure your FOMO. As of May 5, Prime members can get their hands on a retro handheld gaming console for just $19.99, down from $39.99, at Woot. That’s a 50% discount

SAVE $80: The 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G3 gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $149.99, down from the normal price of $229.99. That's a 35% discount.Opens in a new windowCredit: SamsungSamsung Odyssey G3 gaming monitor (27 inches)$149.99 at Amazon $229.99 Save $80Get DealDay by day, we're getting closer to sweaty summer months. If you're not in the mood to brave the heat this year, there's plenty of options to keep busy while inside. After you close the blinds to keep the blazing sun out and t

Mike Waltz and Signal leaks — name a more iconic duo.Just weeks after accidentally inviting a journalist into a Signal group chat about a classified military op in Yemen, the (now former) National Security Advisor is caught in yet another encrypted messaging meltdown.According to a report from 404 Media, a hacker accessed a government-used Signal clone developed by TeleMessage, an Israeli company that sells modified versions of encrypted messaging apps like Signal to government agencies. T

SAVE UP TO 31%: As of May 5, Marshall's Major V headphones are $107.99 (down from $149.99) and Motif II earbuds are $137.95 (down from $199.99) at Amazon.Best Marshall deals as of May 5: Best headphone deal Marshall Major V on-ear Bluetooth headphones$107.99(save $42)Get DealBest earbud deal Marshall Motif II true wireless ANC earbuds$137.95(save $62.04)Get Deal
Marshall is hosting a limited-time sale across its lineup of wireless audio devices, including the Major V headphones and Motif II ANC

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If you've looked at any "best headphones" list in the past few years (including our own), you will have come across Sony and Bose's pairs.That's unsurprising — both brands are known for having some of the best noise-cancelling, sound quality, and comfort in the space. And as of May 5, you can grab Bose and Sony's flagship headphones on sale at Amaz

SAVE $160: As of May 5, you can get a Blink home security bundle — including the Blink Video Doorbell, three Outdoor 4 cameras, and a Sync Module 2 — for just $159.98. That's 50% off the bundle's list price.Opens in a new windowCredit: BlinkBlink Video Doorbell and Outdoor 4 camera bundle$159.98 at Amazon $319.98 Save $160.00Get DealYou can't put a price tag on peace of mind, but you can get pretty close with this Blink home security bundle at Amazon.As of May 5, the Blink bundle is

It's starting to feel like the TikTok ban that called wolf. In an interview with Kristen Welker from NBC's Meet the Press, President Donald Trump said he'd consider delaying the TikTok ban for a third time if a deal isn't struck before the deadline. "Perhaps I shouldn't say this, but I have a little warm spot in my heart for TikTok," Trump said.This fits with Trump's TikTok-related actions since he took office for the second time. In January, he delayed the TikTok ban for 90 days and, once that

Before McLaren’s Oscar Piastri dominated the Miami Grand Prix, Lego stole the spotlight on the Formula 1 grid. For the driver parade, Lego unleashed its life-size, brick-built F1 cars — and the grid turned into a playground, with superstar drivers grinning like kids behind the wheel, bumping into each other, and leaving a trail of Lego debris on the track, as Max Verstappen told ESPN. "That was the most fun drivers’ parade we’ve ever had," Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton told re

Netflix, Disney, and other entertainment companies saw their stock prices tumble Monday morning, following President Donald Trump's latest tariff pronouncement. Trump has floated a 100 percent tariff on foreign-produced movies, which could mean a major shift in how studios do business. As of around 10 a.m. ET, Netflix was down about 2 percent. Disney had actually rebounded to near-even after taking a sharp fall when markets opened. Other entertainment companies saw shares fall, too. Shares in Li

GET $15 OFF: As of May 5th, the Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor is on sale for $54.99 for a savings of $15 or 21% off.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Smart Air Quality Monitor$54.99 at Amazon $69.99 Save $15.00Get DealWhether to combat spring sniffles or alert you to mold problems, a good air quality monitor can keep you abreast of changes in air quality in your home when it matters. The Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor senses life-threatening CO leaks, irritants like mold, and often-

SAVE 15%: A four-pack of Amazon Basics Smart Bulbs is just $39.59, down from the normal price of $41.99. That's a savings of $6.40 which brings the price of each color-changing bulb down to just $8.90.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Basics smart bulbs (color-changing, 4 pack)$35.59 at Amazon $41.99 Save $6.40Get DealSmart home tech has come a long way in recent years. We now have thermostats that keep track of our preferences, video doorbells that let us thank a delivery person without

GET IT FOR UNDER $500: As of May 5th, the Mac Mini 2024 (M4 Chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) is available for its lowest price yet on Amazon. Get it for $490.84 and save 18%, or $108.16. Opens in a new windowCredit: AppleMac Mini 2024 (M4 Chip, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)$490.84 at Amazon $599 Save $108.16Get DealGood news for those who have been waiting to upgrade, the Apple M4 chip is finally starting to come down in price. The 2024 Mac Mini totes an M4 chip and a whole lot of power, even w

SAVE $59.10: The Skylight Frame (10 inch) is on sale at Amazon for $99.90, down from the usual list price of $159. That's a 37% discount and the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.Opens in a new windowCredit: SkylightSkylight Frame (10 inch)$99.90 at Amazon $159 Save $59.10Get DealPhoto memories make for some of the best gifts for almost any gifting occasion. Mother's Day, graduation, Father's Day, a birthday, or anniversary are all perfect moments to gift someone you love a photo memory. Bu

SAVE $50: As of May 5, the new Mashable-tested Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet is down to $89.99 for the first time all year. That's 36% off its usual cost of $139.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: AmazonAmazon Fire HD 10 tablet$89.99 at Amazon $139.99 Save $50.00Get DealTop of the line iPads are fantastic, but not everyone needs a tablet that can compete with their computer. It's overkill for 99% of us. So, if you want a tablet that specifically serves as a tablet, you can't go wrong with an Amazon Fire

TL;DR: This Mother’s Day, surprise Mom with a fresh, ultra-sharp set of Japanese knives from Seido, now $109.97 (reg. $429) through May 11.Opens in a new windowCredit: Seido KnivesSeido Japanese Master Chef's 8-Piece Knife Set w/ Gift Box$109.97 $429 Save $319.03Get DealIf the mom or mother figure in your life finds joy in the kitchen, this year’s Mother’s Day gift might already be sliced, diced, and ready to wrap. This set of Seido Japanese knives — currently on sale for

TL;DR:This Mother’s Day, surprise Mom with a delivery of two-dozen fresh roses with this voucher deal from Rose Farmers, now just $19.97 (plus shipping).Opens in a new windowCredit: Rose FarmersGet 2 Dozen Farmer's Color Choice Long-Stem Roses for Only $19.99! (Shipping Not Included)$19.97 $69.99 Save $50.02Get DealMother’s Day is just a few days away — are you prepared with a sweet gift for Mom or the other mother figures in your life? Sure, you could go the splashy

TL;DR: Secure a lifetime subscription to all 14 languages with Babbel language Learning for just $169.99 through May 18.Want to give your brain a little boost? Learning a new language helps your brain rewire itself, forming new neural connections and strengthening existing ones.A Babbel Language Learning subscription can show you just how adaptable your brain can be, and you can currently secure a lifetime of learning all 14 languages for just $169.99 with StackSocial’s special p

TL;DR: Get this 9-inch wireless car display for $79.99 (reg. $179.99) and keep your kids entertained with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.Spring and summer usually means you’re traveling more — do you have a family road trip planned to the West Coast or up to Cape Cod coming up? Instead of dealing with your kids’ potential tantrums and boredom, keep them (and other passengers) entertained and connected while speeding down the highway.This 9-inch wireless

Every year, in the first half of September, we get new iPhones. Aside for the occasional out-of-schedule launch of a low-cost model — the iPhone 16e launched last February, for example — since 2013, Apple's been launching its flagship smartphone in the fall, and only in the fall. This might change soon. According to a new report by The Information (via Engadget), Apple is planning to change its launch schedule for the iPhone, starting in 2026. Instead of launching all of its flagship

Five standout scaleups from the Baltics have made it into TECH5 — the “Champions League of Technology.”  Representing Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, the quintet will now challenge rivals from six other regions for the title of Europe’s hottest scaleup. To earn their place in TECH5, the Baltic contenders have already had to fend off stiff competition. For a combined population of just over six million, the region is the birthplace of a remarkable range of innovation

TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2021 at just $49.97 (reg. $219) and enjoy lifetime access to essential productivity tools.Lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 — pay once and access it foreverIncludes must-have apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Teams, and PublisherCompatible with Windows — ideal for professional and personal projectsStreamline your workflow with trusted tools for creating documents, managing data, and organizing emailsInstant download wit

Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.SEE ALSO:Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO:NYT Connections today: Hints and answers