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SAVE $300: The Hisense C2 TriChroma Laser portable projector is on sale for $1,699.99 at Amazon as of May 14, which is a 15% discount and drops it down to its best price ever.

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Projectors have come a long way in recent years — to the point where some rival big screen 4K TVs. The Hisense C2 TriChroma Laser series, released last fall, is one of those rivals. Of course, that groundbreaking cinematic experience doesn't come cheap.

The C2 TriChroma Laser series includes three models, with the most affordable of the trio costing $1,999.99. As of May 14, however, the standard Hisense C2 portable projector is on sale for $1,699.99. That's 15% off and its lowest price on record. Sure, that's still pretty steep, but it's $300 less than you'd spend at full retail price.

All three models — including the standard C2 projector — are equipped with Hisense's Tri-Chroma triple color laser, which ensures color accuracy with a massive color spectrum. They also support 3D viewing, adding another dimension to your viewing experience. Projection size ranges from 65 to 300 inches and thanks to 360-degree horizontal rotation and 135-degree vertical adjustment, you'll have unparalleled viewing flexibility. You can watch movies on the ceiling, set up a massive outdoor screen, or stream workout videos on the wall of your home gym. Each model also offers auto keystone correction and auto focus, smart wall color adaptation, and obstacle avoidance, ensuring a top-notch viewing experience instantly.

The standard C2 model, as a relatively budget-friendly option, only boasts 2,000 lumens of brightness (versus the 3,000 lumens of the C2 Ultra). That's still plenty bright, though, unless you're in an extremely sunny atmosphere. Just dim the lights and close the curtains and you should be fine. It also lacks some of the higher-end features, like a built-in subwoofer and IMAX Enhanced certification. However, it still offers key technologies like Dolby Vision and HDR10+, as well as JBL 2.0 channel audio.

If you prefer a portable and flexible TV experience, it's hard to beat the cinematic capabilities of the Hisense C2 TriChroma Laser projector — particularly when it's on sale.

SAVE $45: As of May 14, get the Spigen 65W GaN III USB-C Charger for $24.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $69.99. That's a discount of 64% and the lowest price we've seen.

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How many chargers do you have? One for your phone, one for your tablet, one for whatever else you keep on your nightstand? If you have multiple bricks when you could be consolidating down to one, it might be time to spend a little money and change up your habits. And you can do that today thanks to an excellent price on a charging brick that can cover two devices at once, which depending on what you need for the day, can save you a little space and time.

As of May 14, get the Spigen 65W GaN III USB-C Charger for $24.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $69.99. That's $45 off and a discount of 64%. It's also the lowest price we've seen. This price applies to all three colors: Midnight Black, Sierra Blue, and White.

This Spigen charger is great for charging up your phone, tablet, or whatever else you need to make sure is fully topped up for the day. It has two USB-C ports with 65W output, which is shared across both outlets when they're in use simultaneously. Thanks to its GaN technology, however, you don't have to worry about anything overheating. And the unit itself is nice and compact, so if you want to take it with you on the go, it can be easily tossed in your luggage or bag.

For the price, you can grab a couple of the chargers and keep one at home and one ready to go wherever you do. It'll help you make sure you have a full battery whenever you need it in a pretty short amount of time, and you can keep more cash in your pocket too.

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's... a full-length trailer for James Gunn's Superman!

Gunn is no stranger to DC Comics. The director found success with DCEU projects like The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker. However, his reboot of the Superman franchise is the first feature film from DC Studios, co-led by Gunn and Peter Safran, meaning it's our best look yet at what to expect from future DC Comics adaptations.

SEE ALSO: Summer Movie Preview: Every film you oughta know

David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent/Superman, donning the iconic suit and cape and soaring off to fight for truth, justice, and the American way. But not everyone seems to agree with Superman's methods. His actions in stopping a war lead to a tense interview with reporter — and love interest — Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan). Elsewhere, Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult, very bald and very sinister) plots to take down the Man of Steel.

The trailer showcases several other key Superman characters, including Green Lantern Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion), Hawkgirl (Isabela Merced), Mister Terrific (Edi Gathegi), Jimmy Olsen (Skyler Gisondo), and the Engineer (María Gabriela de Faría). But you know who really steals the show? Krypto the Superdog, seen here jumping into action in the Fortress of Solitude, and later flopping down on Superman. Apologies to Clark, but those tail wags may just be the most super thing in this trailer.

Superman hits theaters July 11.

Video games are an expensive hobby, and that might soon get a lot worse.

In its latest earnings call, Sony CFO Lin Tao confirmed that the company is looking into passing on the cost of the Trump administration's new tariffs to consumers, in turn raising prices on Sony products, per The Verge. While Tao didn't name the PS5 directly, the gaming division is Sony's most profitable, and the company just raised prices on PS5 hardware in several regions outside the United States a month ago.

It should be noted that Sony already sells a variant of the PS5 for $700 in the U.S., so the company is no stranger to high prices for gaming hardware.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo forecasts a huge first year for Switch 2 sales

As part of this call, CEO Hiroki Totoki also said the PS5 could theoretically be manufactured in the U.S. to circumvent tariffs. That's probably a lot easier said than done, though. Most PS5s are manufactured in China, which, at the time of publication, is currently subject to at least a 30 percent tariff, but the situation is fluid.

Trump's tariffs have only been in effect for about a month, and the console gaming space is already reeling. Xbox games and consoles just got across-the-board price hikes in the U.S., and it needs to be emphasized that this is the opposite of how hardware pricing typically moves nearly five years into a console generation. Nintendo recently delayed preorders for its upcoming Switch 2 console in the U.S. for a couple of weeks, as Trump's tariffs were announced on the same day that Nintendo announced the $450 price point for Switch 2. Nintendo eventually reopened preorders without changing the console's price, though some hardware accessories got price hikes.

Needless to say, these price increases probably won't end until the tariffs do.

Many scientists contributed to the final result, but he was the one who, as a young physicist, designed the world’s deadliest weapon. He went on to advise a dozen presidents.

Dominique Thorne is back as the MCU's Riri Williams — and she's ready to build something truly iconic.

The Ryan Coogler-produced Ironheart series, set after the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, can't come soon enough — and we've had our first look today at the teaser trailer.

The new Marvel TV series sees Thorne returning as the inventor and MIT student with a penchant for building next-level iron suits high tech enough to kick Iron Man's ass. Back in her hometown of Chicago, Riri meets Parker Robbins aka "The Hood" (Anthony Ramos) through one hell of a job interview, and he's promising the opportunity of a lifetime. But what exactly is he up to? And what does Riri have in mind to build?

With Chinaka Hodge as head writer and Sam Bailey and Angela Barnes directing episodes, we're absolutely in for Ironheart.

Ironheart premieres on Disney+ June 24.

SAVE 18%: As of May 14, you can get the Narwal Freo Z10 Robot Vacuum and Mop for $899.99, down from $1,099.99, at Amazon. That's an 18% discount and a savings of $200. It's also the lowest price we've seen for this model yet.

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Paying over a grand for a robot vacuum is a little ridiculous, if you can get one with all the bells and whistles for less.

The Narwal Freo Z10 Robot Vacuum and Mop (one of Narwal’s newest releases) is currently on sale for $899.99 (with an on-screen coupon), down from $1,099.99. That’s an 18% discount and a savings of $200. It’s also the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this model.

If you haven't heard of it, Narwal is known for its AI-powered cleaning robots. The company presented a ton of new products at CES 2025, including the Freo Pro, Narwal S30, and Freo Z10, and its Narwal Freo Z Ultra was a CES Innovation Award 2025 Honoree and sold out within the first three months of its launch (according to a press release).

The Narwal Freo Z10 Robot Vacuum and Mop has some pretty high-end features, like an advanced DualFlow tangle-free system, an AI-powered base station, MopExtend and EdgeSwing technology, and more. It’s a lot of buzzwords, but basically, it means this thing has some sophisticated tech.

It’s built to mop and vacuum with ease, and can tackle pretty much any hard surface or carpet. It has 15,000 Pa hyper suction (with 99% particle removal rate on hardwood floors) and uses dual spinning and scrubbing mops to remove tough stains. The AI-powered base station has an auto-clean, dry, and empty system, and it can hold up to 120 days’ worth of dust and debris before you have to empty it out.

And, yes, you can control it via an app or through voice commands.

The best home and kitchen deals to shop this week

• Ninja BN701 Professional Plus Blender — $89.99 (List Price $119.99)

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $99.90 (List Price $159.00)

• Skylight Calendar 15-inch Digital Calendar & Chore Chart — $319.99

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $179.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $349.95 (List Price $449.99)

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $399.99 (List Price $699.99)

SAVE 37%: The Philips H8506 headphones are on sale at Amazon for just $81.92, down from the normal price of $129.99. That's a savings of $48.07.

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Summer travel season is creeping closer. You have flights and accommodations booked, but have you considered how you'll entertain yourself during those in-flight hours? If you prefer to chill out with music, podcasts, or by catching up on movies, you'll need a comfortable pair of headphones. Luckily, there's a sweet deal at Amazon today.

As of May 14, the Philips H8506 over-the-ear headphones are on sale for just $81.92, marked down from the normal price of $129.99. That's a 37% discount that ends up saving you $48.07.

With foldable earcups, a comfortable design, and up to 60 hours of playtime, the Philips H8506 are the perfect summer travel companion. Philips designed the headphones with advanced noise cancellation, so they'll be perfect for the long plane ride and train trips between cities.

The best headphones and speaker deals to shop this week

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $19.99 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $148.00 (List Price $149.00)

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $179.00

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $298.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $299.00 (List Price $399.95)

The headphones fully recharge in just two hours, but if you're in a hurry, a 15-minute charge will get you another eight hours of listening time. Plus, you can connect two Bluetooth devices at once, so you can listen to music on your phone while still being connected to work on your laptop.

Philips made it easy to control the headphones with one touch to answer calls or pause the music. Once connected to the Philips app, you can adjust the sound to match your perfect style.

If you're searching for affordable and comfortable headphones for summer vacation, the Philips H8506 are on sale today at Amazon for just $81.92. You'll be scoring a 37% discount off the normal price of $129.99 and you'll be set with noise-canceLling headphones that come with massive battery life.

SAVE $50: As of May 14, get the Google Pixel Watch 3 for $349.99, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's a discount of 14% and $20 away from its lowest price ever.

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It's warm outside across the country, and if summer feels like it's near where you are, you might think about getting out and spending some time in the sun. That means considering a way to track what you get up to, like maybe a run, or keeping a way to stay in touch with your friends and family while not being on your phone 24/7. A smartwatch is the way to go here, and you can get a great one right now on sale at Amazon.

As of May 14, get the Google Pixel Watch 3 for $349.99, down from its usual price of $299.99. That's $50 off and a discount of 14%. It's also just $20 away from its lowest price ever.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 has a wide range of options when it comes to keeping track of your runs, how well you sleep, and it can even measure your heart rate. It allows for custom run tracking and offers commentary on your form when working out as well, almost like a personal fitness coach on your wrist, so you can stay focused on what really matters: staying in shape and doing what feels good for your body.

Of course, it's more than just a fitness tracker. It can be used to make calls, text, and focus on what you're doing for the day. It supports several apps as well, so if there's a favorite you use that you lilke to keep up with, you can do that with your watch as well. It's worth picking up at this price too, so if you're ready to take the plunge with a new watch, grab one while it's on sale.

This week, Google announced a host of new tools included in Android 16 aimed at protecting users from scams.

The tech giant detailed the new features at its Android I/O presentation on Tuesday, which Mashable covered in detail. Android 16's protections seem to focus on the common scams we're seeing more and more — things like fake EZ-Pass bills and scammers posing as real banks. Here's what's new in Android 16's security tools.

Protection against phone call scams

Google detailed all its updated scam tools in a blog post. New in-call protections prevent users from taking risky actions, such as granting accessibility permissions, since many scams rely on bad actors getting control of the device.

"And if you’re screen sharing during a phone call, Android will now automatically prompt you to stop sharing at the end of a call," Google further wrote in its blog. "These protections help safeguard you against scammers that attempt to gain access to sensitive information to conduct fraud."

In other words, these new in-call protections seemed to be aimed at protecting you from yourself. People make mistakes or get overwhelmed by scammers pressing them for information—these tools look to curb those impulses. In fact, it's piloting a program in the U.K. that'll help stop folks from sharing their screens while looking at banking apps.

"When you launch a participating banking app while screen sharing with an unknown contact, your Android device will warn you about the potential dangers and give you the option to end the call and to stop screen sharing with one tap," the blog reads.

Stopping text scams

Google said Android 16 has improved its scam detection in texts via an AI-powered tool dubbed, what else, Scam Detection.

Google wrote, "When Scam Detection discovers a suspicious conversation pattern, it warns you in real time so you can react before falling victim to a costly scam."

The company also noted it has focused especially on a bevy of common scams, including:

• Toll road and other billing fee scams

• Crypto scams

• Financial impersonation scams

• Gift card and prize scams

• Technical support scams.

Helping you spot imposters

Android 16 features a new tool called Key Verifier, which will help users ensure they're talking to the right person. It "allows you and the person you’re messaging to verify the identity of the other party through public encryption keys," Google wrote.

This could prove helpful in a scam where someone swaps SIMs, for instance.

Android 16 has certainly expanded its scam protections, but as always, be careful out there. Scammers never stop.

Have a story to share about a scam or security breach that impacted you? Tell us about it. Email submissions@mashable.com with the subject line "Safety Net" or use this form. Someone from Mashable will get in touch.

The best Asus gaming keyboard deals Best Asus Keyboard Deal Asus ROG Azoth 75 $200 (Save $74.99) Get Deal Best Compact Asus Keyboard Deal Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 $178.99 (Save $31) Get Deal Best Sound-Dampening Asus Keyboard Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX $148.99 (Save $51) Get Deal

A great keyboard can make or break your gaming setup. You want to use something that feels good ergonomically but can also give you quick response times and keystrokes that actually feel meaty and satisfying. Unfortunately, some keyboards can be a bit pricey, so much so that they seem out of reach for some setups.

That's why, if you're looking to pick one up, you should head to Amazon to grab one for a significant discount. The retailer has several Asus keyboards on sale right now, which you can save up to $75 on. Whether you want a compact option or a more full-featured peripheral that you can use as a regular keyboard, there's something for you on sale now.

Below, find our picks for some of the best Asus gaming keyboards you can snap up today at Amazon.

Best Asus keyboard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Asus ROG Azoth 75 $200 at Amazon
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The Asus ROG Azoth 75 wireless keyboard boasts OLED lighting, three-layer dampening to quiet the keys, and hot-swappable switches that you can change out depending on what kind of typing experience you're looking for. Plus, its gasket mount design helps dampen the noise while giving you a springier typing experience. This is the kind of keyboard you want to choose if you're into customizing how it feels or changing out keycaps, all of which can give you a more unique typing situation.

Best compact Asus keyboard deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 $178.99 at Amazon
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This customizable keyboard comes with a wrist rest to complement its set of features that include sound-dampening foam with switch-dampening pads that make it a great option for quieting keystrokes. It's a compact layout with a numpad as well, so if you don't want to use it as a gaming keyboard, it fits in with work setups with a 96% layout that you'd see in regular hardware. Plus, you can connect it to up to three devices via Bluetooth simultaneously if needed.

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This gaming keyboard features an 0.125 ms response time, which is up to 8x faster than others in this category. It has three-layer dampening foam and a silicone gasket mount to better absorb noise and give your typing a more cushioned feel. It also includes ROG HFX magnetic switches that you can customize to your liking, with controls you can change straight from the keyboard itself to adjust volume, play or pause media, and change the RGB settings.

It might be time to say your goodbyes to the iconic “I’m Feeling Lucky” button below the Google Search bar.

In its place will be AI Mode, a feature that’s been quietly rolling out to users this week, according to The Verge. It’s part of Google’s ongoing push to merge its core search engine with Gemini, its flagship AI model. First announced in March, AI Mode started as an experimental opt-in via Google Labs. Earlier this May, it became available to all Labs users. Now it’s reportedly breaking out onto the main stage: the Google homepage.

Google has replaced "I'm feeling lucky" with "AI Mode" on its homepage. #NewGoogle

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— Chris Messina (@chrismessina.me) May 12, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Giving AI Mode such prominent real estate suggests Google is accelerating its vision for what search should become. That’s bad news if you’re nostalgic for the playful nature of “I’m Feeling Lucky," which has appeared on Google's homepage since its launch. The button, which once whisked users to the top search result (or something randomly delightful), is potentially being nudged out for good in favor of something Google sees as far more ambitious.

SEE ALSO: 89 million Steam accounts reportedly leaked. Change your password now.

It’s worth noting: AI Mode is not the same thing as AI Overviews. The latter summarizes search results using generative AI. AI Mode goes a step further. Instead, it lets Gemini do the searching for you, and then you can dive deeper with follow-up questions. Think of it as Google’s version of ChatGPT Search, OpenAI’s own attempt to reimagine the search engine as a conversational assistant.

Google almost never touches its homepage. But the timing here isn’t random. I/O kicks off next week on May 20, and AI will be the star of the show. Meanwhile, last week in court, an Apple executive casually dropped a bombshell: for the first time ever, Google searches on Safari declined last month. That adds a layer of urgency to Google’s rollout.

The best Memorial Day mattress deals live now: Best mattress deal overall DreamCloud Premier Hybrid Mattress $949 (save $1,381) Get Deal Best luxury mattress deal Purple Restore Hybrid Mattress $2,099 (save $300) Get Deal

Memorial Day signifies the unofficial start of summer. Just a few weeks left in the school year, warmer temperatures, and weekend barbecues on the calendar mean we've made it out of winter's hibernation. But that doesn't mean sleep should get put on the backburner.

Sleep is one of life's basic pillars, and it impacts our mood, health, brain function, and much more. If you've ever had a terrible month of sleep, you know how detrimental a sleep deficit can be on pretty much every aspect of waking hours.

Instead of putting the milk in the cupboard on account of a sleepy brain, prioritize sleep this summer by snagging a luxurious new mattress while it's on sale. Memorial Day sales tend to come with some of the best discounts in the mattress world, so this is an ideal time to upgrade your sleep set-up. And best of all, tons of sales are already live, even though Memorial Day weekend is still a few weeks away. Here are some of our top picks.

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With a quilted Euro Top, the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid mattress starts off with a comfortable but supportive feel that'll help lull you into sleep. The other four layers are comprised of memory foams for pressure relief and individually wrapped innerspring coils for great support. DreamCloud considers the Premier Hybrid to have a medium-firm feel, and the coils are designed to help minimize motion transfer which can be great if you share the bed with a partner or the dog.

In a queen size, the DreamCloud Premier Hybrid usually sells for $2,330 but thanks to the brand's Memorial Day sale, you can snag it for just $949.

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Purple makes some of the most unique bedding options thank to the brand's GelFlex Grid. It's made from a hyper elastic polymer that's incredible when it comes to pressure relief and comfort. As a bonus, it's super breathable. The Purple Restore Hybrid mattress uses a two-inch layer of the GelFlex Grid that can work great for all sleeping positions. Two layers of foam sit below the initial grid layer followed by supportive and responsive coils. Lastly, Purple uses an antimicrobial cover so you can sleep better knowing your bed is clean.

Instead of paying the normal $2,399 for a queen-size Purple Restore Hybrid, shop during this Memorial Day sale to get it for just $2,099. You'll save even more if you pair it with the Purple Premier Plus Smart Base which gives your sleeping set-up another major upgrade.

Memorial day mattress deals that are already live:

• Amerisleep — save up to $1,000 on mattresses

• Avocado — take 10% off sitewide

• Birch — save 25% sitewide and get two free pillows with a new mattress with code MEMDAY25

• Brooklyn Bedding — take 25% off sitewide

• DreamCloud — save up to 60% on mattresses

• Layla — get free pillows with ever mattress and take up to $1,018 off bundles

• Mattress Firm — take up to 60% off and get a free adjustable base with select mattresses

• Naturepedic — take up to 20% off organic mattresses

• Nectar — save up to 50% on mattresses and 65% on bundles

• Nest — save up to $1,321 on new mattresses and get a free bundle

• Saatva — save up to $600 on mattresses

Memorial Day bedding deals that are already live:

• Brooklinen — take up to 78% off sheets and pillowcase sets

• Eli & Elm — save up to 40%

• Naturepedic — take up to 20% off organic bedding

• Nest — take up to 60% off bedding

• Puffy — save 15% on all mattress accessories including sheets and pillows

• Silk & Snow — save up to 32% on bedding bundles

Warner Bros. Discovery is changing the name of its streaming service Max back to HBO Max, and TV lovers everywhere cheered.

SEE ALSO: Summer TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream them

The decision, announced during WBD's 2025 upfront presentation on Wednesday, comes two years after the company dropped the (iconic, recognizable, respected) HBO branding from its streaming platform, leaving us with only...Max. You know, the place where you can watch HBO shows, but why advertise that?

The 2023 Max rebrand was a result of the platform's merge with reality TV-focused streaming service Discovery+, but WBD appears to be backtracking on that decision as well, purging hundreds of seasons of those shows from the platform.

Instead of throwing everything at the wall and seeing what sticks (Max certainly didn't), WBD is vowing for more of a "quality over quantity" approach in the future. In a press release about the Max name change, HBO's parent company said, "No consumer today is saying they want more content, but most consumers are saying they want better content."

The HBO Max rebrand goes into effect this summer, but people online are already laughing at WBD's backtrack.

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— Alex Zalben (@azalben.bsky.social) May 14, 2025 at 10:39 AM

does the guy who came up with the name HBO MAX get paid again

— darth™️ (@darthbluesky.bsky.social) May 14, 2025 at 10:32 AM

HBO Max, the company producing J.K. Rowling's new project, wants you to respect its second name change in as many years.

— Charlotte Clymer (@charlotteclymer.bsky.social) May 14, 2025 at 10:38 AM

HBO Max would be a beautiful name for a baby girl

— Gretchen Leigh (@gretchenleigh.zone) May 14, 2025 at 10:52 AM

You know what they say: If it ain't broke, don't rename it.

SAVE 49%: As of May 14, you can get the Lego Classic Creative Brick Box 10696 for just $17.99, down from $34.99. That's a 49% discount and a $17 savings.

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If you’re looking for some hands-on fun that doesn’t require batteries or WiFi, we found a great deal on a starter Lego set that’s sure to entertain (both you and your kid).

Right now, you can get the Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box (10696) for just $17.99, down from $34.99, at Amazon. That’s a 49% discount and a savings of $17. It’s also the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this Lego set.

This set includes 484 pieces, a green baseplate (around three inches long and six inches wide), windows, eyes, and 18 tires and toy wheel rims for creating models. The container also doubles as Lego storage.

Considering how much Legos usually cost (and how long they last), this is a deal worth considering, so get it while you can.

The best tech deals to shop this week

• Energizer AA Batteries (24 Count), Double A Max Alkaline Battery — $13.31 (List Price $21.98)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $149.00)

• Roborock Qrevo Master Robot Vacuum and Mop — $799.99 (List Price $1599.99)

• Peloton Bike — $1,145.00 (List Price $1445.00)

• New Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro): Apple Intelligence, 8.3-inch Liquid Retina Display, 128GB, Wi-Fi 6E, 12MP Front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life — Purple — $399.00 (List Price $499.00)

Live Nation is throwing broke concertgoers a bone this summer. Today, the entertainment giant announced that it will offer $30 concert tickets to over 1,000 upcoming shows across the U.S. and Canada as part of its new $30 Ticket to Summer program. (After forking over an arm and a leg for those Cowboy Carter Tour seats, you've earned it.)

Tickets will be available while supplies last at LiveNation.com/TickettoSummer starting Wednesday, May 21, and their $30 pricing includes all service fees before taxes. "Any taxes will be added as applicable by city, state and/or venue," per an FAQ page. Fans can purchase tickets to as many featured shows as they'd like, though each show has a per-person ticket limit.

Ticketmaster's parent company is infamous for its use of an "Official Platinum" dynamic pricing model that raises ticket prices based on real-time demand, but this isn't the first time it's offered heavily discounted tickets to summer shows: Live Nation's long-running Concert Week promotion dropped all-in, pre-tax ticket prices to just $25 in previous years. Mashable has reached out to Live Nation to confirm that $30 Ticket to Summer permanently replaces Concert Week.

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Singers and bands participating in Live Nation's $30 Ticket to Summer program include huge names like Avril Lavigne, Big Time Rush, Billy Idol, The Black Keys, Cyndi Lauper, Halsey, Keith Urban, Kesha, Luke Bryan, Nelly, The Offspring, Pierce the Veil, Rod Stewart, Weird Al Yankovic, and Willie Nelson.

To see the full list of participating artists, visit LiveNation.com/TickettoSummer. Fans will be able to filter the lineup by nearby shows and venues once tickets go on sale.

How to buy Live Nation's $30 concert tickets

The general sale for $30 Ticket to Summer seats starts May 21 at 10 a.m. local time at LiveNation.com/TickettoSummer. To purchase tickets, fans will need to select the show(s) they want, look for the "$30 Ticket to Summer" ticket tier, and add those seats to their cart before heading to checkout. Theres no coupon or promo code required.

All tickets are final sale, but if you're unable to use yours, they may be eligible for resale depending on the venue. Please don't scalp them.

Worried that $30 tickets to a certain show will sell out fast? T-Mobile customers, Rakuten members, and existing members of Live Nation's recently discontinued Lawnie Pass program get early access to $30 Ticket to Summer tickets from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. ET on Tuesday, May 20. Check out Live Nation's $30 Ticket to Summer FAQ page for more details.

SAVE $133: As of May 14, the LG 55-inch UT75 4K TV is on sale for only $296.99, down from $429.99. That's a savings of $133 and a new record low.

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LG is our favorite brand for top-notch TVs, but their vast lineup includes budget-friendly options as well. Not everyone wants to drop over $1,000 on a new set, after all. For all my ladies and gents on a budget, check out the LG 55-inch UT75 ThinQ 4K TV, which happens to be on sale for 31% off.

As of May 14, you can upgrade to the LG 55-inch UT75 4K TV for only $296.99 instead of the usual $429.99. That's 31% or $133 in savings and marks a new all-time low price.

The LG UT75 is an entry-level 4K TV released in 2024. It's designed with a slim and sleek frame and ultra-thin bezel to slip into your space seamlessly. The a5 AI Processor 4K enhances brightness, improves sound (automatically up-mixes 2-ch audio into virtual 5.1-ch sound for immersive audio), and refines picture details in real time to make everything you watch feel like a theatrical experience. Even better, the Filmmaker Mode feature upscales your content to 4K so you can enjoy the film's original formatting and see it as the director intended.

Gamers will appreciate the included LG Game Optimizer and GeFORCE Now, which gives you the ability to customize your gaming experience in one location and enjoy cloud streaming. The refresh rate is fairly low, so pro gamers might want to splurge on something more advanced. But casual gamers probably won't mind.

It's a busy season for TV with the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, new seasons of shows like Poker Face and The Last of Us, and plenty of excellent films hitting streaming services — like Black Bag and Babygirl. The LG UT75's webOS 24 makes finding the streamer you need a breeze. Plus, it gets automatic software updates for five years.

While it's certainly not the fanciest TV on the market, the LG UT75 4K TV is a great value at full price. At 31% off, it's practically a no-brainer.

The best TV deals to shop this week

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Amazon Fire TV 4-Series (43 inches, 2024) — $269.99 (List Price $329.99)

• 55-inch Sony Bravia 3 4K LED Smart Google TV (2024 Model) — $578.00 (List Price $699.99)

• LG 65-inch Class UR9000 Series 4K Smart TV — $496.99 (List Price $629.99)

• Hisense 85-Inch Class U8 Series Mini-LED ULED 4K UHD Google Smart TV — $1,697.96 (List Price $1999.96)

SAVE 24%: As of May 14, you can get a pair of Philips wireless earbuds (TAT2159) for $37.99, down from $49.99, at Amazon. That's a 24% discount and a $12 savings.

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If you’re in desperate need of affordable earbuds, Amazon’s got a pretty good deal on a pair of Philips right now.

As of May 14, you can get the Philips wireless earbuds (TAT2159) for $37.99, down from $49.99, at Amazon. That’s a 24% discount, translating to a total savings of $12. (Note: this deal is available through an on-screen coupon — make sure to clip it before adding the earbuds to your cart.)

These earbuds aren’t noise-canceling, but they do have 10mm dynamic drivers for crisp audio and punchy bass. So, what you might be giving up in external sound reduction, you’ll make up for in sound quality. You’ll also get about six hours of playtime without the case and eight with it. If you need a quick boost, a 15-minute charge will give you an hour of playback.

You can use them to make calls, too. The AI microphone filters out unwanted noise, so you come through loud and clear whether you’re at home or in a crowded place.

The best headphones and speaker deals to shop this week

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $19.99 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $148.00 (List Price $149.00)

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $179.00

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $298.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $299.00 (List Price $399.95)

SAVE 14%: As of May 14, you can get the Soundcore Rave 3S AI karaoke party speaker (with two wireless microphones) for $299.99, down from $349.99, at Amazon. That's a 14% discount or a $50 savings.

Soundcore Rave 3S AI Karaoke Party Speaker with 2 Wireless Microphones $299.99 at Amazon
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If you’ve been looking for a way to take your backyard BBQs to the next level, might we recommend karaoke? Sure, it’s not everyone’s favorite activity, but a healthy dose of bad singing (and maybe a few cocktails) can turn any party into a memorable one.

And right now, you can get the Soundcore Rave 3S AI karaoke party speaker for $299.99, down from $349.99, at Amazon. That’s a 14% discount and a $50 savings. It’s also the best price we’ve seen across the web.

The Soundcore Rave 3S AI karaoke party speaker comes with two wireless microphones, 200W sound, and a built-in 6.5-inch subwoofer with three 2.5-inch full-range drivers. It also has customizable beat-synced LED lights to help set the vibe.

The coolest feature is the AI karaoke feature. It removes the vocals from songs on the fly to turn them into karaoke tracks. And, if you need a little help, you can add vocal effects, adjust the EQ settings, and add reverb via the Soundcore app.

The best headphones and speaker deals to shop this week

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $19.99 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $148.00 (List Price $149.00)

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $179.00

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $298.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $299.00 (List Price $399.95)

SAVE $55: As of May 14, the Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet is down to just $174.99 at Amazon after sitting at the same sale price of $184.99 for months. That's a savings of 24%.

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Most of Amazon's Fire tablets are just OK. The Fire Max 11, on the other hand, takes the Fire lineup to new heights. If you're looking for a new tablet that can almost compete with the iPad and won't cost a fortune, this is your guy.

As of May 14, the Fire Max 11 tablet with 64GB of storage is on sale for just $174.99 at Amazon. That's a savings of 24% or $55. It's also a welcomed price drop after sitting at the same sale price of $184.99 for months.

The specs on the Fire Max 11 are pretty maxed out (sorry). It features a crisp 11-inch display, which is the largest Fire tablet you can buy, plus an upgraded octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM, 8MP cameras that support 1080p video, WiFi 6 compatibility, and a 14-hour battery life. As Mashable's reviewer noted, it's also "blazing fast, making it a good alternative to pricier tablets for streaming and games." Just keep in mind that with just 64GB of storage, you may need a memory card for extra space — especially if you like to download games or movies for offline viewing.

The Max 11 is also the only Amazon tablet that's compatible with the magnetic keyboard case and made for Amazon stylus (both sold separately). With these on board, you can effectively turn this tablet into a small laptop. It is, like other Fire tablets, still limited by the Amazon Appstore, so be sure to check that the apps you need are available before pulling the trigger. Aside from that, we're huge fans, which is why we named it Amazon's best iPad competitor and our favorite budget tablet. Snag it while it's down to $174.99 for a steal.