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You may have heard that OpenAI is killing its Sora AI video generation tool. However, that doesn't mean it's the end of the line for AI video generation in general.

Sam Altman's company announced the surprising move on Tuesday afternoon, in conjunction with Disney axing its big-money partnership with OpenAI at the same time.

The nature of the announcement made it seem, at least from the outside looking in, that things are moving quickly inside OpenAI right now. In other words, when Sora will fully shut down and what that means for your creations hasn't been revealed. In an X post announcing the decision, the Sora account merely said "We’ll share more soon, including timelines for the app and API and details on preserving your work."

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Well, OK then! While OpenAI works all of the specifics out, it's time for anyone who really liked using Sora to investigate other alternatives for AI video generation. Here are some easy options.

Google Veo 3

The most mainstream option is going to be Google's Veo 3 model, which Mashable called "shockingly realistic" when it launched last year. You can make videos that look better than most other models, but obviously, nothing is free. You'll need one of Google's paid AI plans, which also come with enhanced Gemini features and access to Nano Banana, among other things. These start at $7.99 per month, so they aren't the most expensive thing in the world, but you'll need to ask yourself if you want to pay monthly for the ability to generate videos. That question will come up again as you look for alternatives to Sora.

Luma Ray3

Speaking of money, Luma's Ray3 model is also known for producing realistic, high-quality videos, but at a cost. And it's a steep one compared to Veo 3. The cheapest plan is $30 monthly, so by comparison, Veo 3 is a steal. That said, Ray3 has a deep bench of editing tools, native 1080p video generation, and some other bells and whistles that might make it worth the price, depending on what you plan on doing with it.

If there's one thing we've learned from Australian survival thrillers, it's that it's never a good idea to venture out solo into the wilderness — and if you do, you definitely want to avoid asking the locals for directions.

A cat-and-mouse survival game plays out in the Netflix trailer above for Apex, which sees Charlize Theron being hunted through the mountains by an impressively creepy Taron Egerton.

From the looks of things we can expect beautiful scenery, rock climbing and kayak-based action sequences, and plenty of shots of Egerton grinning while wielding a crossbow.

Apex is streaming on Netflix from April 24.

As of March 25, the Mashable-tested Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M3) is down to $549.99 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Not only is that $199.01 off the list price of $749, but it's also the lowest-price ever for this device, beating the previous record by about fifty bucks.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air 11-inch $549.99 at Amazon
$749 Save $199.01   Get Deal

So, if you’ve been looking to add a new iPad to your arsenal of smart devices, now’s the moment to strike. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, which officially launched today, has delivered a ton of Apple deals. But so far, this is the one that’s really caught our eye — thanks in part to its stunning Liquid Retina Display and our first-hand experience with it.

When Apple released the M1 version of the iPad Air back in 2022, we said that it was too powerful. And that's quadruply true for the new M4 version that was just released a few weeks ago. Honestly, this previous-gen iPad Air is right in the sweet spot, with a relatively affordable price tag and a genuine discount.

We've practically composed poems to this tablet's design in our reviews over the years. The iPad Air is incredibly thin and light, and until it's capable of folding, it's hard to imagine how this tablet could get much sleeker. The only thing it's really missing is the HDR and OLED display of the iPad Pro, which also costs a lot more.

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It’s not all about looks, of course. That stunning display needs power, which comes in the form of Apple’s advanced M3 chip with support for Apple Intelligence (which will be important when the new AI Siri makes its debut later this year).

Other features include Touch ID, an all-day battery, and great tools for graphic designers. And as a lightweight Air model, it’s easy to take in your bag — perfect for commuters or anyone who works on-the-go. The 12MP camera is also perfect for high-quality video calls and general snaps.

Don’t miss the Apple iPad Air 11-inch in the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Now reduced to just $549.99, its lowest ever price for savings of $199.01.

Read our full review of the M3 iPad Air.

As Mashable's tech editor, it's my job to test the latest and greatest products from brands like Apple, Samsung, and DJI. But I also get to test cool under-the-radar finds and random gadgets only true tech nerds know about. With the Amazon Big Spring Sale kicking off today and running through the end of March, I hand-picked a fresh batch of tech deals that are actually worth shopping.

Amazon Big Spring Sale tech deals: Best of the best Best Kindle deal Kindle Paperwhite $134.99 (save $25) Get Deal Best Budget Headphones Sony WH-CH520 Wireless On-Ear Headphones $48 (save $21.99) Get Deal Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $398 (save $61.99) Get Deal Best Drone Deal DJI Neo Mini 4K Drone $149 (save $50) Get Deal Best Amazon Device Deal Amazon Echo Dot Max $74.99 (save $25) Get Deal Best Apple Deal Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) $199 (save $50) Get Deal Best MacBook Deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 (save $250) Get Deal Best Creator Deal DJI Mic Mini $45 (save $14) Get Deal Best Streaming Deal Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $14.99 (save $25 with code FTVSELECT) Get Deal

Between inflation, a global memory shortage, and overall economic anxiety (trust me — I'm feeling it, too!), you don't want to miss a chance to save some money.

I've personally tested many of these products, and I'm only recommending genuine deals, because we all know big retailers like to play fast and loose with the definition of the word "deal."

So, whether you have an old laptop that needs replacing or want to check out last-chance deals on last-gen tech, check out my guide to the best Big Spring Sale tech deals.

Kindles starting at $94.99

I don't know what I'd do without my Kindle. As an avid book collector, I have literally run out of space to store books, and so I depend on my Kindle Paperwhite. And just like during Black Friday, you can grab my beloved Kindle on sale for $134.99, with the base Kindle available for under $100.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $94.99 at Amazon
$109.99 Save $15   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $134.99 at Amazon
$159.99 Save $25   Get Deal More Kindle deals

• Kindle Colorsoft — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Kindle Scribe — $249.99 $399.99 (save $150)

Grab Sony Headphones on sale

During the Big Spring Sale, you can shop wireless Sony headphones starting at just $48. On day one of the savings event, Sony's flagship cans, the famous XM6 headphones, are also discounted to $398, their best-ever price.

However, if you're looking for something in the mid-range, you can also grab the bass-heavy Sony ULT Wear Headphones on sale for $148, a 41% discount.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones Bluetooth On-Ear $48 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $21.99   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $398 at Amazon
$459.99 Save $61.99   Get Deal MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watch are all on sale

Amazon always delivers solid Apple discounts during its big sales, and this time around, you can score record-low prices on M4 MacBook Airs, previous-generation Apple Watches, and even some of the newly released MacBook Pro laptops. See also: AirTags and AirPods.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inches (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at Amazon
$249 Save $50   Get Deal More Apple deals

• Apple AirTag (1st Generation, 4 Pack) — $59.99 $99 (save $39.01)

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Apple Watch SE — $199 $249 (save $50)

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) — $299 $399 (save $100)

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm) — $499 $799 (save $300)

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $549.99 $749 (save $199.01)

• Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $689.99 $699 (save $9.01)

DJI drones on sale starting at $149

Yes, technically, DJI drones are banned in the United States, but they're still widely available from third-party sellers at Amazon. (It's complicated.) If you're a creator, real estate professional, or wedding photographer who wants to take beautiful aerial videos in 4K — or just an aspiring pilot looking to have some fun outdoors — these drones are by far the most popular choice.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Neo Mini 4K Drone $149 at Amazon
$199 Save $50   Get Deal More deals on DJI drones

• DJI Mini 4K Fly More Combo — $309 $449 (save $140)

• DJI Mini 3 Drone — $379 $549 (save $70)

• DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo — $499 $719 (save $220)

TV deals

During Prime Day, you can grab TVs starting at just $99. However, I recommend spending a little more than that. You can grab 55-inch Fire TVs at a very reasonable price, and Hisense has a good 65-inch QLED TV for just $377.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon 55-inch Fire TV 4 Series $279.99
$459.99 Save $180   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $376.97 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $173.02   Get Deal More TV deals

• Roku 24-Inch Select Series Smart TV — $99.99 $119.99 (save $20)

• Amazon 43-inch 4-Series 4K Fire TV (newest model) — $199.97 $329.99 (save $130.02)

• Samsung 55-inch The Frame LS30F QLED 4K TV — $797.99 $1,197.99 (save $400)

• Hisense 75-inch U7 Mini LED QLED 4K TV — $897.96 $1,999.99 (save $1,102.03)

DJI creator deals

For the Big Spring Sale, Amazon is going hard with DJI deals, and you can find massive discounts on the brand's popular line of creator gadgets. I personally use the DJI Mic Mini and DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal when shooting videos for Mashable.

But let me also call your attention to the cult-favorite DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Vlogging camera, which almost never goes on sale like this. Pro creators and YouTubers are obsessed with this camera, so grab it before it goes out of stock again!

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 at Amazon
$99 Save $20   Get Deal Opens in a new window DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo $569 at Amazon
$629 Save $60   Get Deal More DJI creator deals

• DJI Mic Mini — $45 $59 (save $14)

• DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal — $98.98 $129 (save $30.02)

• DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo — $199 $289 (save $99)

Shark vacuums are 50% off

Spring cleaning is a big theme during the Big Spring Sale, and one of our all-time favorite Shark vacuums is currently marked down to just $149. The Mashable-tested and approved Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum is a pet hair hero, but you can also save on the brand's popular robot vacuums, now up to 60% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum $149 at Amazon
$299 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum & Mop $299.99 at Amazon
$749.99 Save $450   Get Deal Save on Dyson stick vacuums

Looking for a more premium cleaning machine, preferably one with lasers? Then you need a Dyson Detect stick vac. For the Big Spring Sale, you can grab one of the latest Dyson Detect vacuums, complete with the dust-illuminating laser attachment, while it's on sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum $599.99 at Amazon
$849.99 Save $250   Get Deal

It was not meant to be.

Shortly after Honda discontinued several upcoming electric vehicles of its own, Sony and Honda's joint electric vehicle project Afeela has come to an abrupt end.

In a joint statement, the companies said they would "discontinue the development and launch of its first model, AFEELA 1, and its second model," as well as review their business direction together.

While Sony Honda Mobility (SHM), the joint automotive venture between Sony and Honda, has not effectively been killed yet, the statement said the company will "continue to discuss and evaluate the future of SHM," with an announcement coming "at the earliest possible opportunity."

In other words, with no cars on the horizon, SHM is on life support, and it seems unlikely it will ever do much besides be unceremoniously dismantled in the near future.

Unlike Honda's "0 Series" concepts, SHM's Afeela appeared to be quite close to production, with the company showing an upgraded version of Afeela 1 just months ago at CES.

SEE ALSO: Remember those cool Honda 0 Series electric cars? They're not happening.

The sleek, techy Afeela 1 was envisioned as a car that puts entertainment first, with features including PlayStation Remote Play, an AI assistant, and videoconferencing. The starting price was set at $89,000 in the U.S., with the launch intended for late 2026.

The "second model" mentioned in SHM's statement is likely the Afeela 2 SUV, which was supposed to launch further down the line.

The best Walmart Spring Sale deals at a glance: Best tech deal Apple iPad (A16, 128GB, WiFi) $299 (Save $50) Get Deal Best headphones deal JLab JBuds Lux Headphones $41.99 (Save $38) Get Deal Best Home Deal Dreo 42-inch Tower Fan $79.99 (Save $63.99) Get Deal Best kitchen deal Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle $24.96 (Save $13) Get Deal

Now that Amazon's Big Spring Sale has kicked off, we're watching all the savings roll in. And deals are going far beyond Amazon — other retailers are joining in too. Target and Best Buy got in on the savings early and now Walmart is catching up.

Walmart's deals are admittedly the least impressive of all the retailers running spring sales. We've found some gems, but Walmart is only matching Amazon right now. So if Walmart is your preferred retailer, t's time to get shopping. We've rounded up all the best deals to shop during Walmart's Spring Sale.

Best tech deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad (A16, 128GB, WiFi) $299 at Walmart
$349 Save $50   Get Deal

Walmart is matching Amazon's price on the Apple iPad. The 2025 iPad features the A16 chip and 128GB of SSD. It has a gorgeous liquid retina display that's responsive to a room's color so you always have the best viewing experience. Plus, it's compatible with iPadOS, which now features multi-window multitasking.

It's the latest version of Apple's base iPad and right now you can grab it for $299, saving you $50 off its $349 list price.

More tech deals

• Roku Smart Home Indoor Camera — $29.88 $39.88 (save $10)

• HP Desk Jet 4255e Wireless Color Printer — $49.99 $109.99 (save $60)

• Nest WiFi Pro Router — $129.99 $199.99 (save $70)

• Lenovo V15 G4, 15.6-inch (AMD Ryzen 5 7430U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $519.99 $599 (save $79.01)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: JLab JLab JBuds Lux Headphones $41.99 at Walmart
$79.99 Save $38.00   Get Deal

Our favorite budget headphones are the JLab Lux headphones, which bring excellent active noise cancellation and 70 hours of battery life. While they won't deliver the best sound you've ever heard, it is going to be clear, well-balanced sound.

Plus, when the JLab headphones are on sale, they offer unbeatable value. Right now, score the JLab Lux headphones for $41.99 and save $38 on the over-the-ear headphones.

More headphones deals

• JLab Go Pop Earbuds — $18.99 $24.99 (save $6)

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

Best home and outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Dreo Dreo 42-inch Tower Fan $79.99 at Walmart
$143.98 Save $63.99   Get Deal

With spring in full swing, warmer temperatures are underway. If things are getting too hot, it might be time to reconsider your cooling setup. A fan is more than a quick fix, but an essential way of keeping cool. Dreo makes our favorite tower fan, which is powerful but safe with its bladeless design.

During Walmart's Spring Sale, get the Dreo 42-inch tower fan for $79.99. That saves you $63.99 off its $143.98 list price.

More home and outdoor deals

• Best Choice Products Outdoor Umbrella — $39.99 $93.99 (save $54)

• Dreo Large Room Air Purifier — $65.99 $119.99 (save $54)

• Dreo 42-inch Tower Fan — $79.99 $143.98 (save $63.99)

• Coleman 316 Series 150-quart Cooler — $89 $99 (save $10)

• Better Homes & Gardens Emma Papasan Accent Chair — $156.40 $184 (save $27.60)

• Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum — $158 $259.99 (save $101.99)

• Better Homes & Gardens Mira Swivel Accent Chair — $218 $248 (save $30)

• Blackstone Original 4-Burner 36-inch Outdoor Griddle — $297 $344 (save $47)

Best kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beautiful Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle $24.96 at Walmart
$37.96 Save $13   Get Deal

Drew Barrymore's Beautiful collection at Walmart earns its name with affordable yet stunning appliances and furnitures. During Walmart's Spring Sale, grab the Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle for just $24.96, saving you $13 off its list price.

This kettle catches your eye right away with its vibrant tomato red color. But it also has a sleek design of a kettle that's far more expensive than $25.

More kitchen deals

• Brita 6 Cup Water Filter Pitcher — $12.58 $19.98 (save $7.40)

• Beautiful 1-Liter Electric Gooseneck Kettle — $24.96 $37.96 (save $13)

• Simple Modern 40oz Tumbler — $24.97 $33.97 (save $9)

• Ninja 10-in-1 Foodi Possible — $98 $162.48 (save $64.48)

SAVE OVER $30: As of March 25, the Apple AirTag 4-Pack is down to $59.99 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's $30.01 off the list price of $99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 4-Pack $59.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $39.01   Get Deal

Apple fans rejoice because Amazon’s latest sale event, the Big Spring Sale, is knocking down prices here, there, and everywhere.

There are deals for shoppers looking for anything from a MacBook and Apple Watch to something much smaller, like the Apple AirTag. If you’ve never used the AirTag before, it’s a fantastic little gadget that will prevent you from ever using your valuables again. Unlike other Bluetooth trackers, it has the added bonus of syncing with all your Apple tech.

The Apple AirTag four-pack is currently at just $59.99, which according to camelcamelcamel is its lowest-ever price. That gives you a saving of $39.01 — 39% off the list price of $99.

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All you need to do is to attach the AirTag to your valuables — such as slip it in your wallet or purse, or attach it to your keys — and you can track it using the Find My app.

It’s super simple to set up. Just one tap will connect it with your iPhone or iPad. You can also get it to play a little tune to help you track down misplaced items — or just ask Siri for help, of course — and when items are actually lost, put it into lost mode and the broader Find My network will use other Apple devices to locate them. 

As a bonus, you can share your AirTag with up to five people, which allows friends and family to also keep tabs on items for you. 

Find a bargain on the Apple AirTag today, now at just $59.99 — its lowest-ever price.

Samsung just recently launched the Galaxy S26 lineup — but in this economic climate, expensive flagship phones aren't for everyone. That's where the company's two newest handsets come in.

The Korean tech giant announced the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 phones on Wednesday. These two mid-range devices, priced at $449 and $549, could be intriguing options for Samsung fans who want premium specs without paying more than $1,000 for a Galaxy S26 Ultra. They're available on April 9. The A57 only comes in one color called Awesome Navy, while the A37 comes in four: Awesome Charcoal, Awesome Lavender, Graygreen, and Awesome White.

SEE ALSO: Samsung adds AirDrop support to Galaxy S26 Here are all of the A37 colors. Credit: Alex Perry/Mashable

Here are the specs for the A37, which is the cheaper and more modest of the two phones:

• 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate

• Exynos chipset

• 6GB or 8GB RAM

• 128GB or 256GB storage

• 5,000mAh battery

• Three rear cameras: 50MP wide, 8MP ultrawide, 5MP macro

• 12MP selfie camera

And here are the specs for the Galaxy A57, which is a very similar phone but with some extra bells and whistles to justify the price difference:

• 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate

• Exynos chipset

• 8GB RAM

• 128GB or 256GB storage

• 5,000mAh battery

• Three rear cameras: 50MP wide, 12MP ultrawide, 5MP macro

• 12MP selfie camera

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The phones are pretty close to each other in terms of specs. The more expensive A57 has higher base RAM and a slightly better rear camera array, as well as a couple of bonus AI photo editing features that aren't available on A37: Best Face and Auto Trim.

The A37 does have access to many of Samsung's other AI editing tools, as well as AI staples like Circle to Search.

Another reason you might opt for the A57: it's 0.5mm thinner and 27g lighter than the A37. It's no Galaxy S25 Edge, but I did get to hold and use both phones briefly at a press event, and I can confirm the A57 is a tad bit more comfortable in the hands.

Aside from size and weight, the phones are similar beasts. They both come with Android 16, and the Exynos chips inside of them seemed to make apps load quickly and smoothly in my brief time using them.

For the first time, Samsung has given its midrange options IP68 dust and water resistance. That should make them at least marginally more durable, depending on how adventurous you are.

This feels like a slightly more important midrange launch for Samsung than usual, given the tumultuous economy and RAM shortage that's making high-end tech more expensive than ever. Since the Google Pixel 10a was relatively disappointing this year, maybe Samsung can snatch the "best midrange Android phone" crown away from Google.

Jamie Dornan is taking over from Tina Fey as guest host for the second ever SNL UK episode this Saturday, but in the promo skit above he's got another role on his mind.

In the clip Dornan sits rehearsing when he's approached by cast members Celeste Dring, Hammed Animashaun, and Al Nash, the latter of whom informs Dornan that he himself has made the final two to play the next Bond, along with Jacob Elordi.

"I, um...I was in the running for Bond," says a dejected Dornan, before giving a solid line reading that does nothing to impress the others.

SAVE $18: As of March 25, the Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $16.99 in Amazon's Spring Sale. That's a 52% discount and it's best-ever price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $16.99 at Amazon
$34.99 Save $18.00   Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is the perfect time to score some sserious savings, especially if you've been eyeing up one of Amazon's own devices.

From Kindles to TVs and streaming devices, there are plenty of great deals to be had in this week-long sale. And one great deal we've spotted is this new low price on the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD. Usually priced at $34.99, as of March 25 it is reduced to $16.99. That's the lowest-ever price, and over 50% off the list price.

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The Fire TV Stick HD is a great streaming device, and affordable too. It lets you stream in full HD with access to services like Netflix, Prime Video, and more, as well as over 400,000 free movies and TV episodes from ad-supported apps like Tubi and Pluto TV.

The setup is easy, too. Just plug the device into your TV's HDMI port and power it from the closest wall outlet. You'll then have access to the Fire TV operating system. And with setup this simple, you can take the Fire TV Stick on vacation with you. No need to login to apps on other TVs, just plug it in and go.

It also comes with a remote with Alexa voice control, which you can use to search through different streaming apps, play music, or search the web.

This deal is available at Amazon right now, so don't miss out.

TL;DR: Walmart has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Box up for preorder at $214.99 with free shipping, while Amazon has it listed for $249.95.

Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box preorder deals: Best Walmart Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box $214.99 at Walmart Pre-Order Here Best Amazon Deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box $249.95 at Amazon (save $30.04) Pre-Order Here Best TCGplayer deal Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box $262.74 at TCGplayer Pre-Order Here

With the Amazon Big Spring Sale now underway across gaming, Apple tech, and plenty more categories, Pokémon TCG deals are starting to get more interesting again. Perfect Order preorder pricing has been jumping around for weeks between ETBs, booster bundles, and individual packs, but the full booster box is now shaping up as one of the smartest buys around.

As of March 25, Walmart has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Box listed for $214.99 with free shipping, while Amazon has it up for preorder at $249.95. Amazon’s offer is still a legitimate discount, dropping the box $30.04 below its $279.99 list price, but Walmart is clearly the better deal right now.

That Walmart price looks especially strong against the current card-market baseline. TCGplayer shows a market price of $223.31 for the Perfect Order Booster Box, while the lowest current listing sits at $232.75 before shipping.

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Each Perfect Order Booster Box comes with 36 booster packs, making it one of the most straightforward ways to go deeper into the new Mega Evolution expansion. Perfect Order includes over 120 trading cards in the Mega Evolution set (featuring Mega Evolutions from Pokémon Legends: Z-A), so a sealed display box gives collectors and rippers a much better shot at seeing the expansion properly compared to a smaller bundle or three-pack blister.

Among other fresh Pokémon TCG deals, Amazon’s Spring Sale has cut over $60 off the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection. Plus, Amazon has taken nearly $17 off the Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Premium Poster Collection — making it cheaper than Walmart and TCGplayer. 

TL;DR: BrowserCopilot brings AI directly into your browser, helping you write, research, and respond faster — without switching tabs — for a one-time $24.65 (reg. $204).

Opens in a new window Credit: BrowserCopilot AI BrowserCopilot AI: Lifetime Subscription (Basic Plan - 500 Queries per Month) $24.65
$204 Save $179.35   Get Deal

Using AI tools often comes with a bit of friction — opening a new tab, copying content, pasting prompts, and then bringing the results back into your workflow. BrowserCopilot is designed to eliminate those extra steps by bringing AI directly into your browser.

Available as a lifetime subscription for $24.65 (reg. $204) through March 29 with code MARCH15, BrowserCopilot works within Google Chrome, allowing you to interact with AI tools without leaving the page you’re on.

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Whether you’re drafting emails, reviewing documents, or researching content, the assistant operates in context, pulling from what’s already on your screen.

One of its more practical features is the ability to create custom AI copilots. These can be tailored to specific workflows, writing styles, or recurring tasks, helping produce more consistent outputs without starting from scratch each time. Over time, this can help reduce repetitive work, especially for users handling similar types of content daily.

BrowserCopilot also integrates with your email, enabling quick replies that reflect your tone and context. For content-heavy tasks, it can summarize articles, rewrite text, or analyze documents, including PDFs and images. The platform supports multiple AI models, giving users flexibility depending on the task — whether it’s writing, reasoning, or working with multimedia inputs. There’s also a screenshot-based “AI Vision” feature, which allows you to capture part of your screen and ask questions about it instantly.

For users who rely on AI regularly, the biggest advantage here is simplicity — and this limited-time price. Get lifetime access to BrowserCopilot AI’s Basic Plan for just $24.65 (reg. $204) through March 29 with code MARCH15.

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The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Wednesday, March 25, 2026:

AcrossInstrument in bluegrass music

• The answer is Banjo.

Publication with the headline "C.I.A. Realizes It's Been Using Black Highlighters All These Years," with "The"

• The answer is Onion.

Cut-off point for cropped jeans

• The answer is Ankle.

Hilarious person

• The answer is Riot.

Place to hibernate

• The answer is Den.

Down"Tens across the ___!"

• The answer is Board.

1982 film in which Carol Burnett played Miss Hannigan

• The answer is Annie.

Japanese camera brand

• The answer is Nikon.

Sudden shock

• The answer is Jolt.

Final number in a countdown

• The answer is One.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.

We finally have an idea of how Stephen Colbert will be spending his time when The Late Show ends this spring.

In the video above, the host joins director Peter Jackson to announce that he's co-writing a new Lord of the Rings movie with his son, Peter McGee.

"You know what the books mean to me, and what your films mean to me," says Colbert in the clip. "But the thing I found myself reading over and over again were the six chapters early on in The Fellowship that y'all never developed into the first movie, back in the day. It's basically the chapter 'Three is Company' through 'Fog on the Barrow Downs'. And then I thought, 'Oh wait, maybe that could be its own story that could fit into the larger story."

According to Variety, the movie will follow Sam, Merry and Pippin fourteen years after Frodo's death as they retrace their adventure. The chapters Colbert references in the video feature Tom Bombadil, a powerful character from the books that wasn't featured in Peter Jackson's trilogy.

SAVE $20.01: As of March 25, the DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX) is on sale for $58.99 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's a 25% discount on the list price.

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Amazon's Big Spring Sale is finally here and the discounts are flowing. Whether you're looking for a robot vacuum to make life easier or a new TV for movie nights, chances are you'll find a great deal on what you need. And that includes the cult-favorite DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX). This wireless mic setup is an absolute must for anyone who creates content in any form.

In the Amazon Spring Sale, this popular mic setup is down from $79 to $58.99. This deal saves you over $20 — it's the best-ever price for this product according to price tracker camelcamelcamel.

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This DJI Mic Mini is compact and lightweight, ideal for shooting content on the go. In fact, each transmitter weighs just 10 grams, meaning it's discreet on camera too. It delivers high-quality audio with a transmission range of up to 400 meters, and is designed to remain stable even in busy outdoor environments. It even benefits from two levels of noise cancellation, along with automatic limiting to prevent clipping and maintain consistent audio quality.

If you're a DJI fan, the system supports direct connection to compatible DJI devices via OsmoAudio, so it removes the need for a receiver in certain setups. And for runtime, the battery life will give you up to 10 hours of use for both the transmitter and receiver, so it's still a great choice for long days of content creation.

Get this DJI deal in Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Premium Poster Collection (Mega Gardevoir) listed for $130.43, which is $16.93 off the listing’s $147.36 typical price.

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In the Pokémon TCG world, poster collections do not always get the same attention as Elite Trainer Boxes or Booster Bundles, but they can still be one of the better sealed buys when the pack count is high enough. At a time when Ascended Heroes prices are all over the place, this is one of the new best ways to get boosters — just in time for the start of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, alongside other Pokemon deals, gaming deals, and plenty more. 

As of March 25, Amazon has the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes Premium Poster Collection (Mega Gardevoir edition) up for preorder at $130.43. Against its listed typical price of $147.36, that works out to a saving of $16.93 on list price.

It is also arriving right up against the collection’s March 27 release date. So if you’ve missed out on the first waves of low-priced ETBs and Booster Bundles, this is the next best way to secure Ascended Heroes booster packs for a decent price tag.

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Inside the box, you are getting one foil promo card featuring Mega Gardevoir ex, one double-sided poster measuring just under 27 by 39 inches, 10 Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Ascended Heroes booster packs, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live. Even before you factor in the promo and poster, the price comes to about $13 per booster pack, which makes the extras feel like excellent added value.

For more Spring Sale Pokémon TCG savings, Amazon also has the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection on offer at over $60 off. Meanwhile, you can still preorder the Pokémon TCG’s Perfect Order Booster Bundle for under $59 at Amazon. 

SAVE OVER $500: The TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV is down to just $997.97 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's over $500 off and close to the best-ever price for this model.

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We think 65 inches is the perfect TV size for most people. Our top pick for this category of TVs is the TCL QM8K TV, and it's on sale for over $500 off in the Amazon Spring Sale.

We're already seeing a bunch of TV deals go live in the early hours of the Amazon Spring Sale. You can find discounts on Hisense, Samsung, LG, and many more top brands. TCL is always a popular choice during these shopping events, and the TCL QM8K TV deal will be tough to beat. As of March 25, the TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV is down to just $997.97 in the Amazon Spring Sale. That's over $500 off and close to the best-ever price for this model.

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This TV offers highly impressive brightness and stellar picture quality, contrast, and shadow detail. Mashable's TV expert Leah Stodart notes that, "While this intensity of brightness makes the QM8K a solid choice for watching TV in daylight, its more-precise-than-usual backlights keep details crisp in a dark room. The new anti-halo effect is an effective fix for some of the blooming its predecessor experienced."

Looking to upgrade your TV over the Amazon Spring Sale? Why wait? Score the TCL 65-inch QM8K Mini LED QLED 4K TV for under $1,000 right now.

Apple's Siri is becoming an app.

If that may sound strange to you, consider that Apple's smart assistant has always been available at the touch of button or a voice command, but it never really had the "body" of a standalone app you can launch and interact with. This, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, is changing in iOS 27.

The report claims that Apple is "testing" a standalone Siri app, as well as a new "Ask Siri" feature, which will be available across Apple apps.

The idea is to make Siri (which is codenamed Campo) more like chatbots from companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, which are all available as apps you can chat and interact with in other ways.

In particular, users will be able to keep a conversation with Siri through text and voice, just like you can with, say ChatGPT or Claude. Siri will also be able to use your personal data, including messages, emails, and notes, to fulfil user requests, as well as complete tasks within apps, search the web, and access the news.

Apple is reportedly planning to unveil the new features during the opening WWDC keynote on June 8. Apple itself said the keynote will introduce "AI advancements" on Apple platforms, without going into detail.

SEE ALSO: Apple WWDC 2026 is official, with iOS 27 and 'AI advancements' on the menu

Gurman previously said that Apple initially didn't intend to turn Siri into a chatbot with its own app, opting instead to weave Siri into its apps and services. But the popularity of chatbots, including those integrated into Android phones from Google, Samsung, and others, made Apple reconsider and go for a standalone Siri app.

As excellent as open earbuds are at letting you stay aware of the world while listening to music, they do come with the major trade off of offering no active noise cancellation. That is, until now.

Soundcore debuted the AeroFit 2 Pro earbuds at CES in January, marking the introduction of the first dual-form earbuds. Depending on the wear position, they let the user experience an open-ear bud or a noise-cancellation bud. In essence, they're the "¿Por qué no los dos?" of the earbud world.

SEE ALSO: The best open earbuds in 2026: These picks stay put, sound great, and keep you aware of the world

Of course, versatility can still come with trade-offs of its own. Namely, rather than excelling in one area, a product can be just OK in multiple areas. While I found that these Soundcore buds fell somewhat into that trap, the brand undeniably deserves its flowers for figuring out a way to combine an open and noise-cancelling earbud.

While they won't be for everyone, I do think there are people who will want to invest in this early iteration of an innovative design. Before we get into it and why, let's break down what these buds bring to the table.

Soundcore AeroFit 2 Pro: Price and specs The AeroFit 2 Pro buds aren't like other open ear options out there. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

Soundcore loves to make a quality product for a relatively affordable price, and the AeroFit 2 Pro earbuds are no exception. Through March 2026, they're available for a special intro price of $149.99, which will bump up to $179.99 following March 31.

Spec-wise, here's what you'll get:

• Battery life: Seven hours in open mode (34 hours in case), five hours with ANC mode (24 hours in case)

• ANC: Adaptive active noise cancellation

• Drivers: 11.8 mm composite material drivers

• Equalizer: 8 bands

• Spatial audio: Yes

• IP rating: IP55 water and dust resistance

• Connection: Bluetooth 6.1

• Mics: Four mics with AI

• Colors: Matte black, matte purple, gloss white

How dual-form open earbuds work

Dual-form earbuds sound like an obvious and great idea in principle, but how do they actually work in practice? Honestly, better than I expected.

The Soundcore companion app offers instructions on how to best wear the buds. Credit: Screenshot: Soundcore

The basic mechanism that makes these earbuds possible is an adjustable ear hook. In the first and second position, the body of the earbuds sits slightly above the ear canal, making them feel like a somewhat less obtrusive classic AirPods design. The ear hook helps keep them relatively secure in their position. When you're ready to switch to noise cancellation mode, you switch the ear hook into the four or five wear position, which brings the buds more flush against the ear canal.

At that point, they're still not a true in-ear bud — Soundcore calls them semi in-ear — but they're enough of one that active noise cancellation is actually possible. As such, the number three position for the ear hook can float the buds between being used in open or ANC mode.

Open versus... Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable ...in-ear wear looks almost indistinguishable. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

The ear hook helpfully clicks into place, but I never quite got to the place where I could make these adjustments without thinking too hard. Still, at the longest, and the lowest point of my learning curve, it took all of roughly 45 seconds to get the earbuds into place. They felt slightly more secure in the ANC modes than the open ear modes, but they never straight-up fell out of place.

Surprisingly great sound

At this point, I've had my share of being pleasantly surprised by the sound quality on open earbuds, so while my expectations weren't low, I did have a couple of initial hesitations about this particular pair. For one, if the earbuds sounded markedly better on the ANC mode, I anticipated that contrast might reveal too many flaws in the open earbud mode, and using them in both forms would be less appealing

There was also the matter of the semi in-ear wear for the ANC mode, which made me feel less confident in the ability of these buds to produce robust, well-rounded sound that I would expect of $180 earbuds.

Thankfully, I was wrong on both counts. While the ANC mode is clearer and richer, it's also not so much better as to put the open ear mode to shame. When listening solely on the ANC mode, I found the quality to be solid out of the box, and even better once I started playing around with the companion app. Soundcore took a page out of Sony's book with an equalizer preference test that lets the user adjust to their preferred equalizer settings without having to know what each band on the custom EQ might be doing. As the open ear mode and ANC mode are slightly different listening experiences, Soundcore also lets you set custom EQs for each.

The ANC versatility comes with a catch

For all my unfounded worries about the sound quality, I did come into this testing experience with higher hopes for the ANC. After all, I've tested Soundcore products before, and found that their ANC often stacks up against much pricier brands.

Unfortunately, the noise cancellation most showed that the AeroFit 2 Pro buds are Soundcore's first attempt at a dual-form earbud. That's not to say it's bad — it's there, and it does the job — but it's not going to compare to ANC buds in a similar price range, or even more budget-friendly buds like the $80 Raycon Everyday Earbuds or $80 (and frequently on sale) EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds.

SEE ALSO: Don't break the bank: The best budget earbuds, tested by our audio experts

The main culprits of this ANC's lackluster status are a noticeably loud hissing sound and a fairly narrow limit on what it can block. While sitting on a patio with the ANC activated and no music playing, I could easily make out birds chirping, the sound of my own typing, and every word in a conversation taking place about 10 feet away from me. With music, naturally, more noise was dulled, but not completely blocked out. They still performed better at blocking out sound than the noise reduction feature of the Shokz OpenFit Pro, but didn't quite match up to most other noise-cancelling buds I've tried.

Still, it was convenient not having to carry around two different kinds of earbuds. If high-level noise cancellation isn't a top priority for you, the versatility of these buds does still carry a lot of mileage in how impressive they are.

Let's talk about the design

While the design is undeniably innovative, it's not seamless just yet. If you don't love the way standard AirPods wear (not the Pros with the silicone tips), you probably won't be a huge fan of these. It doesn't matter so much in the open earbuds mode, but when worn in their ANC positions, these earbuds don't provide that perfect seal.

To be fair, they don't claim to — as I mentioned above, Soundcore says these have a semi in-ear fit. The ear hook helps fight any annoyances with them falling out, but for true noise cancellation and the most secure wear possible, I prefer the ear hook/in-ear design of the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2.

Finally, the case on these earbuds is large. It's to be expected with this design, but even compared to other ear hook models, the case will have some bulk to it, which is something to be aware of if you were planning on slipping it in your pocket or taking it on the go.

The AeroFit 2 Pro (right) case is larger than their non-Pro counterpart. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable An excellent value

Regardless of their flaws, these earbuds wowed me, especially on the value front.

For comparison, Soundcore's regular AeroFit 2 buds — one of our favorite pairs of open earbuds (that feature zero noise cancellation) — run for $129.99. With the AeroFit 2 Pro priced at $179.99, the only way you could get a similar deal is by buying the older Soundcore AeroFits and $50 ANC buds. And you'd still lose out on the convenience factor of having a two-in-one product. Despite their middling ANC, I still consider these earbuds to be better than a $50 pair of ANC buds in their combination of sound performance, noise cancellation, and convenience.

The AeroFit 2 (left) vs the AeroFit 2 Pro (right). Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

The next closest point of comparison is probably the noise-reducing Shokz OpenFit Pro, which will run you $249.95, while the viral Bose Ultra Open buds cost $299.99. And those aforementioned Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds? $249.99.

Are the Soundcore AeroFit 2 Pro earbuds worth it?

For anyone interested in open earbuds, not quite ready to give up ANC buds altogether, and can't reasonably see themselves carrying around two pairs of earbuds, the Soundcore AeroFit 2 Pros are the best option available.

Sure, you make some concessions: the ANC won't be the best, and you're locked into an ear hook design. At the end of the day, I can't remember the last time I wore a pair of earbuds that felt this versatile — and I've tried my share of earbuds. While the early bird pricing of $149.99 is an absolute steal, I would still recommend these earbuds at their $179.99 list price.

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What should be included in spring cleaning?

Most people can agree that a spring cleaning goes deeper than what's covered in a weekly tidying routine, even if there are differences in approach on a more granular level.

The list of corners in the home that haven't been touched in a while gets long quickly, and getting overwhelmed by your cleaning to-do list is a recipe for giving up on all of them. To avoid checklist decision paralysis, the first order of business in a spring cleaning is to clean up the checklist itself.

SEE ALSO: 'Why does my robot vacuum suck now?' Well, when's the last time you cleaned it?

Start by simply picking a task or two in each room that you know you've been putting off. The crusty inside of the microwave? The cat puke stain on the couch? The space underneath any piece of furniture? It could be as simple as de-cluttering your chaotic cabinet of cleaning products so that grabbing a cleaning spray or sponge isn't a big task in itself.