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Colorado Air Traffic Control Facility Lost Contact With Pilots

NYT Technology - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 13:00
Controllers switched frequencies and planes were “safely separated,” officials said. The 90-second outage on Monday followed communications problems at Newark airport.

The exact 50-inch Walmart brand TV I have is now $151 cheaper — get it for a crazy low $178

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:57

SAVE $151: Walmart's onn. 50-inch 4K Roku TV is on sale for just $178 as of May 15. That's nearly 50% off its list price of $329.

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There's two kinds of people in the world: those who splurge on fancy specs and those who opt for the cheapest model they can find that'll still get the job done. I fall into that second category.

Nearly three years ago, I moved to a new place and needed a bigger (and newer) TV to fill the space a bit better than my old 32-inch model from college (don't judge me). I ended up grabbing the onn. 50-inch 4K Roku TV, which is Walmart's own TV brand, because it was on sale for only $238. After years of watching endless hours of New Girl and literally hundreds of NHL games, I can honestly say I love this thing. It's reliable, looks great, and is equipped with the best smart TV platform (in my opinion), Roku TV. The one thing I don't love? It's now way cheaper than when I bought it.

As of May 15, the onn. 50-inch 4K Roku TV is on sale for an outrageously low $178. That's nearly 50% off the list price of $329 and $60 less than when I found it on sale back in 2022.

Specs wise, the Walmart brand TV isn't anything spectacular, but if you just want a way to stream your favorite shows, movies, and sports, you probably won't care. It's equipped with 4K UHD and HDR10, so it looks good to the average viewer. It's compatible with Apple AirPlay, Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa, includes plenty of connections for your peripherals (3 HDMI inputs, 1 composite, 1 USB, 1 LAN, 1 coaxial/cable, 1 optical, and 1 headphone jack), and can be set up in minutes. The sound isn't going to wow you, but you can always connect external speakers or a soundbar to boost it up a few notches like I did. With all the money you'll save on the TV itself, you can splurge on a sound system.

If you're concerned about buying a Walmart brand TV instead of a well-known brand like LG or TCL, a two-year limited warranty should ease your mind. Plus, mine has been kicking for nearly three years and I've never had a single complaint or issue. If you're like me and don't care much about specs and just want something reliable, it's going to be hard to beat a 50-inch 4K TV for only $178.

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Coinbase confirms data breach with hackers demanding $20 million ransom

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:38

The biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States just confirmed that it was hacked.

On Thursday, Coinbase confirmed that their systems were breached by unauthorized users and that internal company documents along with customers' personal data were accessed. The company was made aware of the breach via an email from the threat actor on May 11.

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Coinbase disclosed that in the email that the company received from the hackers was a demand for a $20 million ransom in exchange for not publicly leaking the stolen data. Coinbase says it will not pay the ransom and will instead establish a $20 million reward fund for anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the criminals behind the breach. The company also said it's cooperating with law enforcement.

The news of a data breach at Coinbase was first disclosed in legally required filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). 

Coinbase believes the intrusion occurred after cyber criminals recruited a group of overseas contractors and support agents. Coinbase detected workers with authorization to access its systems "accessing data without business need." 

The crypto exchange says it immediately fired contractors who were involved with the breach and warned customers whose information was accessed.

Less than 1 percent of the exchange's monthly transacting users have been affected by the breach, according to Coinbase. Based on previous company filings regarding its user data, that means around 100,000 Coinbase users were affected.

According to Coinbase, no user login credentials such as passwords, personal keys, crypto wallets, or exchange funds were accessed.

However, the affected data is still quite concerning. Coinbase says the hackers obtained names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of its users. In addition, customers' masked bank account numbers, photos of government IDs such as driver's licenses and passports, as well as the last four digits of social security numbers were stolen. Furthermore, the bad actors accessed certain user account data such as balance snapshots and transaction history.

As for company information, Coinbase says the hackers received limited corporate data such as training materials, support agent communications, as well as other internal documents.

In a video statement posted by Coinbase CEO Brain Armstrong, the Coinbase head describes changes being made to ensure a similar breach doesn't happen again. For example, the company is revamping its customer support systems and relocating its customer support operations as a result of the breach.

Armstrong also pledged to reimburse any customers who were socially engineered due to the breach and lost funds as a result.

Upgrade your home security with a wired Google Nest cam for its lowest price yet

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:36

SAVE $30: As of May 15, get the Google Nest Security Cam for $69.99, down from its usual price of $99.99. That's a discount of 30% and the lowest price we've seen.

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If you want to make sure everything is copacetic around your home, it's a good idea to invest in a security camera. Just to see what's going on when you don't want to get up and look outside, or when you're away. And here's the good news: you don't to spend a bonkers amount of money on one if you're ready to make a purchase. Not if you shop at Amazon right now, anyway.

As of May 15, get the Google Nest Security Cam for $69.99, down from its usual price of $99.99. That's $30 off and a discount of 30%. It's also the lowest price we've seen. This price applies to all colorways, including Fog, Linen, and Snow.

This is a wired camera that gives you crisp 1080p HDR video as well as night vision, so you can still see what's going on when the sun goes down. What's more, it comes with 3 free hours of event history so even if you do happen to miss something, you can go back and review it. A Nest Aware subscription gives you 60 days of history if you prefer to pay though, so you have more options there.

You can access your camera feed 24/7 via app, and it uses AI to determine whether humans or animals or cars are passing by your home at any given time of day. That determines what types of alerts it'll send so you're not bothered all day by false positives.

This is a wired camera so you'll have to be strategic about placement, but it's worth picking up for the money saved alone. You can stay on your couch and keep a safe home. What a concept.

The DeLonghi Magnifica Evo automatic espresso machine is back at its lowest price ever at Amazon

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:21

SAVE 31%: The De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Automatic Espresso and Coffee Machine is on sale at Amazon for $549.95, down from the listed MSRP of $799.95. That's a savings of $250 that matches the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Coffee is one of life's greatest pleasures. You can ignore that statement if you're not a fan of coffee, but if you are, you know how it goes. No morning is complete without a perfect cup of coffee. Sometimes it's not even the caffeine we crave, it's simply the routine of having something nice to enjoy each morning. If you're not in the mood to put on real clothes and head out the door to the local cafe, become your own at-home barista thanks to this deal at Amazon.

As of May 15, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Automatic Espresso and Coffee Machine is on sale at Amazon for $549.95, marked down from the listed MSRP at De'Longhi of $799.95. That's a savings of $250 and a sale price that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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Convenience with quality is everything you need to know about the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo automatic espresso and coffee machine. With one touch, you'll be in line for a frothy cafe latte, a bold espresso, or an iced coffee. The built-in conical burr grinder has 13 settings which means you'll be able to grind beans to your exact desire. Plus, the De'Longhi LatteCrema system is friendly with both milk and milk alteratives.

Instead of getting dressed and heading to the coffee shop, snag the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo automatic espresso and coffee machine while it's back at the lowest price ever. For just $549.95, you can become your own at-home barista making perfect morning coffees and awesome espresso martinis come evening.

Get Elden Ring: Nightreign for its lowest pre-release price at Newegg

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:16

SAVE $8: As of May 15, preorder a digital copy of Elden Ring Nightreign for $31.99 at Newegg, down from its usual price of $39.99 ahead of release with promo code ERNSAVE. That's a 20% discount.

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There's a new Elden Ring adventure in town, and it's set to debut later this month. Elden Ring Nightreign is the first Elden Ring spinoff, and it's a co-op multiplayer adventure that changes things up significantly. There's still time to preorder if you want to get your game on with friends, but if you want to save some cash while doing so, Newegg has you covered.

As of May 15, preorder a digital copy of Elden Ring Nightreign for $31.99 at Newegg, down from its usual price of $39.99 ahead of release with promo code ERNSAVE. That's $8 off and a 20% discount.

This preorder is for the digital edition, so you'll be getting a code delivered to you via email, so you'll need to watch out for it after your purchase. The code won't go live until the game does, so there's still a bit of a wait left until May 29, but saving almost $10 on a brand new game is a good idea no matter how you slice it.

Journey to the land of Limgrave, now renamed Limfeld, and explore procedurally-generated versions of the area as one of a few premade characters with your friends. You can play in a single-player mode if you wish, but the game was created for teams of three to work together and clear out sections on their way to defeat a final boss.

If you're ready for another slice of Elden Ring, albeit in a different form factor, don't miss out on getting some cash off a game you probably planned on buying anyway.

Google adds new AI accessibility features to Android, Chrome, and Chromebook

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:14

Google today announced a suite of new accessibility features in honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, including AI-powered and personality-driven settings for users' most popular assistive tools.

SEE ALSO: Apple adds accessibility labels to App Store, braille options to hardware

Earlier this week, the company also announced new AI-powered scam prevention tools in Chrome browsers, as it tries to overhaul the public's perception of tech and its encroachment into our lives, Black Mirror-style.

Gemini for Talkback can carry a convo

For Android users, Google is enhancing the Talkback experience — the company's in-house screen reader tool for people who are blind or have low vision — with more Gemini features, including the ability to ask questions about Talkback's descriptions. Users can also get live information about their entire screens by asking specific questions to Gemini while using Talkback.

Google first announced Gemini for Talkback in 2024, intended to provide support for onscreen images without alt text.

More human captions

Google is also revamping its Expressive Captions feature, introduced in December to provide a more accurate captioning experience that includes the vocalizations and emotions of the speaker within the caption's text, such as gasps, raised voices, and background noise context. The new expressive captions will now add the flair of a speaker's vocal stylings, such as elongated vowels or dragged out sounds, and even more sound labels, like whistling.

New accessibility tools for students, and more

For Chromebooks, the company is collaborating with College Board — the national nonprofit that oversees AP, SAT, and college admissions curricula — to integrate Google's accessibility tools into the Bluebook testing app. Students will be able to use their Chromebook's assistive features, like ChromeVox screen reader and Dictation, when taking a College Board test.

In addition, mobile Chrome users will now be able to zoom in on just the text of a webpage, instead of the entire screen, with Page Zoom. And the company is also introducing Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for PDFs, which will allow screen readers to interact and understand scanned PDFs.

Philips now allows customers to 3D print replacement parts

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:06

Philips is embracing the "right to repair" movement.

The Dutch tech company has started up a new program called "Philips Fixables," per Tom's Hardware. The idea behind Philips Fixables is that users will be able to 3D print their own replacement parts for Philips products, using exact Philips specifications, at home. The plan is for Philips to put the files up on Printables.com, a popular home for 3D printing information, for free.

SEE ALSO: A popular YouTuber tore open the Google Pixel 9a and found a big red flag

There are, of course, a few catches to this. One is that it's seemingly only available in the Czech Republic right now, though it will obviously expand to other regions over time. Another is that the only replacement part that's currently available for 3D printing is a 3mm comb for one of Philips' shavers, so Philips didn't launch with a particularly exhaustive list of parts for users to print.

The right to repair personal electronics has gained a ton of momentum over the past several years. Some manufacturers, like Framework, produce laptops that are meant to be opened up and messed around with by users. On the flip side, Google received some criticism this week for making it nearly impossible for users to perform their own battery replacements on the recently launched Pixel 9a phone.

With the spread of accessible 3D printing tech (as well as economic concerns about inflation and tariffs), don't be surprised to see this kind of thing become more popular over time.

The EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station just dropped to a record-low price at Amazon

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:02

SAVE $179.01: The EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $289.99, down from the MSRP of $469. That's a 38% discount and the lowest price we've seen at Amazon.

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Summer camping season is just weeks away which means you might be considering the logistics of how you'll stay powered up while off-grid. Instead of packing countless portable power banks to keep your phone charged, consider upgrading to a portable power station. And thanks to today's deal at Amazon, you won't have to spend a fortune.

As of May 15, the EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station is on sale for $289.99, down from the list price of $469. That's a 38% discount that takes $179.01 off the normal price. It also happens to be the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon for the River 2 Max.

Fully recharging in just one hour means the EcoFlow River 2 Max might just be more important to pack on the camping trip than the s'mores supplies. While we don't recommend forgetting either, the EcoFlow River 2 Max is around to keep your fully charged up with three USB-A and one USB-C port. You'll also get four AC ports, two with grounding.

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Like all EcoFlow portable power stations, you can also recharge via solar panels, but you'll want to grab those separately.

There's also plenty of reason to keep an EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station at home and ready to keep you charged up during storms that knock out power. You'll want to make sure your phone has juice in any scenario.

SEE ALSO: Save $700 on the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max portable power station at Amazon

Instead of worrying about how you'll stay charged while camping this summer, score the EcoFlow River 2 Max portable power station while it's at the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon of just $289.99. Everyone in your camping party will be thankful you made the investment.

Review: I compared Sony’s new XM6 headphones to the competition

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:00

On May 15, Sony launched its latest flagship product, the noise-cancelling WH-1000XM6 headphones. It's been three long years since the previous-generation XM5 headphones were released, and there is one major design change: The headphones now fold up for easy portability.

Otherwise, I'd class the changes as more iterative than innovative, but if you want best-in-class noise-cancellling headphones and pristine audio quality, the headphones deliver — with a catch. The new Sony XM6 headphones are about $50 more expensive than the XM5s.

The most likely explanation for the price increase? Tariffs, of course. There's been a rash of tech price hikes lately, but let's not go there.

So, how do the new Sony headphones sound? I've been testing the headphones ahead of their official launch, and I believe they (mostly) justify their $449.99 price tag. We'll be updating this review as we spend more time with these wireless headphones, but let's dive into my first-hand impressions.

You can also watch my Sony XM6 headphones review in video form, if you prefer:

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones review: How do they sound?

When testing the XM6 headphones, I compared them to other elite wireless headphones and earbuds. Specifically, I've also tested the Sony XM5 headphones, Dyson OnTrac headphones, Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Panasonic Technics AZ100s, among others. Sony's new flagship headphones definitely hold their own among other flagship cans and buds, but do they offer the best sound I've ever encountered? Not quite.

The new Sony headphones offer impressive audio quality, and they definitely improve on the XM5 models. The active noise cancellation is particularly phenomenal (more on that below). I really appreciated the overall balance, depth, and quality of the audio. For the XM6, Sony audio engineers worked with music mastering engineers here in the United States, and the results are clear when you listen to music. Like all headphone reviewers, I have a dedicated playlist for testing new audio products, and I found that vocal-heavy tracks sound particularly great, with noticeable improvements over the XM5s.

The new Sony XM6 headphones (left) next to the previous-gen XM5 model (right). Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

While I tend to have weaker bass hearing, I had no trouble picking out the bass line in my favorite Radiohead tracks. As for the mid- and high-frequency range, the vocals on tracks like "Hello" from Adele and "Someone You Loved" by Lewis Capaldi rang out clearly, as did the strings in classic Mozart symphonies.

However, I did have one small problem with the audio, which is a disappointment for a pair of $450 headphones. On extremely layered tracks like "National Anthem" from Radiohead or "Outro" by M83, I found the sound a little lacking in clarity. I wouldn't go so far as to call it muddy, but the soundscape did blur a touch. I also found that to truly appreciate all the richness of the XM6 sound, I had to turn the volume up a little higher than I'd like.

Honestly, I think the Technics AZ100 earbuds have just ruined me for other audio products, as the latest Technics driver really has no equal in terms of clarity. Still, these headphones do sound very impressive, and they pass the "bop" test. As in, how much did I bop my head and play air drums while listening to my favorite music? If you're a music lover, I don't think you'll be disappointed with these cans.

One more note: If you love big-thumping bass, as I noted in my video review above, opt for the Sony ULT headphones, which prioritize bass.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones review: What's new? The newly released XM6 headphones fold up for portability. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

Sony introduced one major design change with the XM6 headphones: They now fold up for portability. The travel case is also sturdier (the XM5 travel case was truly terrible), with a magnetic closure instead of a very breakable zipper. The case may not look that much smaller in photos, but when you're stuffing them into a backpack, the compact size and shape make a big difference.

The new storage case (left) and the old (right). Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

Sony also added a new processor to the headphones. The new Sony QN3 processor is seven times faster, according to Sony, and powers improved adaptive noise cancellation and better call quality thanks to "AI beamforming" tech. Sony also added additional microphones (12 versus the eight in the XM5) for improved noise cancellation. For phone calls, there are six dedicated mics instead of four.

The headband design has also been tweaked for improved comfort, and I have to say these headphones are extremely comfortable. Even while wearing them all day at the office, I didn't have any issues with comfort or ear fatigue.

The Sony XM6 headphones have easy-to-use touch controls and a redesigned ANC button. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable The new storage case is also more compact. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones review: What's not new?

After three years, you might have hoped for bigger changes. I certainly did. While the foldable design is a much-appreciated change, and while there are improvements to sound, those are differences of degrees, not miles. Sony also made no improvements to battery life. The XM6 headphones have the same 30-hour battery life (with ANC engaged) as the last model. In my Dyson OnTrac review, I noted that Dyson hid extra battery packs in the headband to power its incredible 55-hour battery, but Sony seems to have opted for foldability over a battery improvement.

The overall aesthetic is still recognizably Sony, so if you liked the look of the XM5 headphones, you'll like the new design as well.

Can you tell the difference between the XM5 and XM6 at a glance? Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

To me, they also prove that headphones have somewhat plateaued. Just look at the newest Apple AirPods Max headphones, which added USB-C charging and not much else with their most recent update. I imagine Sony and Apple audio engineers reluctantly telling their bosses, "We can't make the drivers any better than they already are!" That's not entirely fair, as Sony did make some tweaks for improved vocals (which you can really hear), but I do think we're reaching the peak of headphone quality, barring a big advancement in audio technology.

Two more important notes: First, the multi-point pairing here is absolutely seamless. I could switch between my iPhone and MacBook with no issues. Second, you can now listen to music and charge the headphones at the same time.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones review: The ANC is incredible

Sony's flagship headphones have always been at the head of the pack with noise cancellation, and that legacy continues here. The ANC in the XM6 is as good as or better than any I've ever heard.

Good noise cancellation should feel a little bit like magic. When the ANC engages, you should instantly step into a bubble of silence, and that's what you get here. With music playing, the noise cancellation is near perfect. Sure, on the subway, some sounds get through, but under normal listening conditions, it's spooky how sounds disappear. I like to use these headphones at work for their noise cancellation (with no music playing) just so I can focus better.

The ANC on the new flagship Sony headphones works like magic. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

On the downside, while Sony says these headphones have adaptive noise cancellation, they don't really offer much personalization. Some Bose headphones (and the Technics earbuds I mentioned) let you fine-tune the ANC settings to your liking, which would have been a nice addition.

The new Sony XM6 Headphones: Just the specs

  • Processor: Sony QN3

  • Microphones: 12

  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LDAC support)

  • Battery: 30 hours with ANC (40 hours without)

  • Charge time: ~3.5 hours

  • Noise cancellation: Active noise cancellation

  • Spatial audio: Yes

  • Colors: Midnight blue, black, silver

  • Inputs: USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack

  • Quick charge: 3 hours in 3 minutes

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones: Are they worth it?

I say yes, absolutely. While I wouldn't say these headphones deliver the best sound I've ever heard, they come close. Add to that elite noise cancellation, a comfortable fit, and a travel-friendly design, and you have flagship headphones that justify their $450 price tag. That being said, they're not an instant upgrade if you already own the XM5 headphones. But if you have an older pair, want LDAC support, or just like the Sony product ecosystem, they're a worthy purchase, no doubt.

While we don't love seeing a price increase, it has been three years since we got the XM5s. On top of that, other flagship headphones from brands like Bose, Dyson, Sonos, and Apple have all come in at $449 and above. If you're a music lover who wants the best possible sound, that's the new price of admission, folks.

You can buy the new Sony headphones now for $449.99 at Sony, Amazon, and Best Buy.

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Sonys new flagship XM6 headphones are here — but theres a catch

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 12:00

On May 15, Sony released its newest flagship headphones, the noise-cancelling WH-1000XM6 headphones. The new headphones have improved noise cancellation and sound, but there's a catch — they cost $449.99. That's about $50 more than the previous version, and hardly a surprise in the tariff era. Still, that's a big ask for music lovers.

Mashable has been testing the new wireless headphones over the past couple weeks, and you can read our full review of the new cans (spoiler alert: they sound fantastic). But if you're ready to pass go, drop $450, and collect your new headphones, you can already purchase them at Sony, Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers.

Sony's flagship headphones always rank among the very best noise-cancelling headphones, and the XM6 are no exception. In this post, we'll cover what's new, what's not, and other need-to-know details on the latest Sony noise cancellers.

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You can't release a new product in 2025 without adding some type of AI feature, even if you have to use the term AI liberally. However, Sony really did add a faster chip (seven times faster, the company says), the Sony QN3 processor. That chip powers improved noise cancellation, particularly for phone calls. The other improvements definitely fall into the iterative category, with one big exception: these headphones now fold.

Meet the new Sony flagship headphones. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable

And here are the specs:

  • Processor: Sony QN3

  • Microphones: 12

  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LDAC support)

  • Battery: 30 hours with ANC (40 hours without)

  • Noise cancellation: Active noise cancellation

  • Spatial audio: Yes

  • Colors: Midnight blue, black, silver

The Sony XM6 Headphones: What's new?

For the new headphones, Sony audio engineers worked with mastering engineers here in the United States to improve the overall audio quality. And when directly comparing them to the XM5 headphones and wireless earbuds, there is a noticeable improvement. (How much better? Read our full XM6 review to find out.)

For call quality, additional microphones and "AI beamforming" provide clearer, more directional sound. For calls, the headphones also feature two additional microphones.

Most importantly, the new headphones are more travel-friendly. The case is slimmer and smaller than the XM5 case. They also trade the terrible, easily broken zipper for a magnetic latch. While the case might not look much smaller, in person, it's significantly more compact. And here's the big news: The headphones now fold up for storage.

The XM6's case is more travel-friendly. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable Unlike the previous model, the XM6 headphones fold up for easier storage. Credit: Timothy Beck Werth / Mashable The XM6 Headphones: What's not new?

While Dyson's OnTrac headphones were able to achieve a mighty impressive 55 hours of battery with ANC, the XM6 headphones have exactly the same battery life as the previous model. That's pretty disappointing. (Though, unless you're taking back-to-back 20-hour flights, I'm not sure anyone really needs more than 30 hours of playback at a time.) I would also class the noise cancellation and audio improvements as a matter of degrees, not miles. Considering it's been three years since the previous model, I was hoping for a little more.

Honestly, it's looking like noise-cancelling headphones like this have pretty much plateaued. Just look at the non-existent changes Apple made to the "new" AirPods Max headphones. At least Sony included noticeable audio quality improvements, a new processor, and a big new design change.

Where to buy the Sony XM6 Headphones

If you've been eagerly waiting for Sony's new headphones, you can order them now from Sony and all the usual retailers. The headphones have a $449.99 price tag and come in three colors.

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Take $650 off the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro business laptop and get set for travel

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:49

SAVE $650: The 16-inch Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro business laptop (Intel Core 7 Ultra, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) is on sale at Amazon for $1,399.99, down from the standard price of $2,049.99. That's a 32% discount.

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Work-worthy laptops come with a specific set of must-haves. You'll need something powerful enough to run a presentation while streaming video and editing charts. But you'll also want something that's travel-friendly, easily going from the office to your house or with you to the conference across the country. Thankfully, there's a model that ticks all those boxes and it's on sale today.

As of May 15, the 16-inch Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro business laptop (Intel Core 7 Ultra, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) is on sale at Amazon for $1,399.99, marked down from the usual price of $2,049.99. That saves you (or your employer) $650 thanks to the 32% discount.

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With a 1TB SSD and a 3K AMOLED touchscreen display, you'll be in great shape for presentations with the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro. The 16-inch laptop is also equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, but it only weighs 3.44 pounds so you won't feel bogged down when stashing it in your work bag. Plus, you'll get access to two Thunderbolt 4 ports.

If you're already in the Samsung Galaxy family, you'll find seamless connections to your Galaxy smartphone and Galaxy tablet, easily sharing files between the devices. You can also connect your Samsung Tab to operate as a second screen with the Galaxy Book4 Pro.

SEE ALSO: The cheapest gaming laptop we recommend is on sale for a record-low $450

Instead of dishing out over $2,000 on a work laptop, snag the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro while it's on sale for $1,399.99. You'll be getting a hefty 32% discount and a laptop with specs that hold up to your busy workload.

Get the best price ever on this Anker charging station and never go looking for an outlet

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:39

SAVE $36: As of May 15, get the best price ever on the Anker 525 Charging Station. Shop the charging port now for just $29.99 and save $36.

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It's a plight of the modern era, constantly searching for an outlet so you can charge your phone or laptop. Plus, because we have so many devices to charge and only so many outlets, you might be stuck in a constant rotation of plugging and unplugging. Luckily for you, there is a solution and even better, it's on sale.

As of May 15, shop the Anker 525 Charging Station for $29.99. That saves you $36 for 55% off. This is the best price we've ever spotted on this charging station, making it a guaranteed good deal.

This charging station comes with a five foot cable to extend your reach. The charging portal comes with seven different ports including two USB-A, two USB-C, and three AC outlets. It comes with 65W of power to support multiple devices at a time. Plus, with the ports, you don't need to worry about having a charging block. Not to mention the charging station features ActiveShield 2.0, which has real-time temperature control and power management.

Get the Anker 525 Charging Station now for just $29.99 at Amazon and save $36.

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Walmart price hikes due to Trumps tariffs could start weeks from now

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:33

President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs will soon mean higher prices at Walmart — and that's coming directly from a top executive at the retail giant.

Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey told CNBC in an interview that tariffs were "still too high" and that American customers would shoulder that cost in the coming weeks.

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"We're wired for everyday low prices, but the magnitude of these increases is more than any retailer can absorb," he told CNBC. "It’s more than any supplier can absorb."

Rainey said he was "concerned" that consumers were "going to start seeing higher prices" as a result of the tariffs. Those hikes could come as soon as the end of May, he said, "and then certainly much more in June."

Rainey confirmed to CNBC that a recent deal between the U.S. and China — temporarily dropping tariffs from 145 percent to 30 percent — was not enough of a cut to keep prices flat.

SEE ALSO: Walmart denies tariffs caused reinstatement of 'basket fee'

Walmart recently made headlines when it reinstated a $6.99 "basket fee" for certain grocery orders, which some claimed was due to Trump's tariffs. The company told Mashable, however, that the fee was unrelated to tariffs.

But as Walmart's own CFO confirmed, that doesn't mean tariffs won't cost you at Walmart — and very soon.

The M4 MacBook Air is *still* chilling at its lowest price ever — but for how long?

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:28

SAVE $150: As of May 15, the 13-inch Apple M4 MacBook Air is still hanging out at $849 at Amazon. That's 15% or $150 off the list price and its lowest price on record. Some color options are already selling out, so act quick.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $849 at Amazon
$999 Save $150 Get Deal

For a laptop that's only been out two months, a $150 discount is pretty outrageous. Especially when said laptop is a MacBook.

We were pretty dang shocked when Apple's new M4 MacBook Air dropped from $999 to $899, but then it dropped $50 more and our jaws were on the floor. The fact that this deal price is still hanging around over two weeks later is quite the blessing. However, certain color options are now selling out and low stock warnings are starting to pop up. If you want to upgrade your MacBook, we recommend jumping on the deal before it disappears, which could be any day now.

As of May 15, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air base model, which packs 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, is still chilling at $849 at Amazon. That's 15% off asking price and its lowest price on record.

Called the "best-buy Apple laptop, period," by Mashable's reviewer Stan Schroeder, the M4 MacBook Air is so powerful it's almost overkill. It's 24 percent faster than the already fast M3 Air and in the top five speediest laptops we've tested at Mashable. It's not only our top pick for a MacBook, but one of our top picks for a laptop in general in 2025.

The M4 Air operates near silently, packs an improved 12MP Center Stage FaceTime camera, features open-lid support for two external displays, and lasts for up to 18 hours on a full charge. It's no surprise it earned a Mashable Choice Award and a glowing 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you're sporting an older MacBook, upgrading for only $849 is practically a no-brainer. But you might want to act fast, as this deal may or may not disappear tomorrow.

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Save over $150 on this Roku Smart TV and start streaming in 4K

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 11:01

SAVE $151.99: Shop the Roku 55-inch 4K QLED Smart TV for just $348 at Amazon. That saves you $151.99 for 30% off.

Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 55-inch 4K QLED Smart TV $348 at Amazon
$499.99 Save $151.99 Get Deal

What are looking forward to streaming this week? Watching along to Eurovision or getting ready for another episode of The Last of Us? We can tell you where to watch all the latest hits, and now we even have a suggestion on how to watch. If you're looking for a new TV, may we suggest this Roku Smart TV with 4K resolution?

As of May 15, shop the Roku 55-inch 4K QLED Smart TV for just $348. That's $151.99 off its list price of $499.99. That's a plentiful 30% off for 4K QLED streaming. While this isn't the lowest price ever on this Roku Smart TV, it is the best deal we've spotted since early this year.

The Roku Smart TV provides 55 inches of screen for all your viewing needs. It has a 4K QLED picture with Dolby Vision to experience all your shows in their truest, most vivid color. Plus with auto-brightness, you don't need to constantly adjust your settings. It comes with built-in Roku streaming, which is our favorite streamer, for quick, clear processing.

Get the Roku 55-inch 4K QLED Smart TV for $348 at Amazon and save $151.99 now.

The 75-inch Hisense U8N TV just dipped to a new record-low price at Amazon

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 10:57

SAVE $659.07: The Hisense U8N QLED TV (75 inch) is on sale at Amazon for just $939.93, down from the normal price of $1,599. That's a 41% discount and the lowest price we've ever seen on this model at Amazon.

Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense U8N QLED 4K TV (75 inch) $939.93 at Amazon
$1,599 Save $659.07 Get Deal

Buying a new TV can feel like serious investigative work. First, you need to decode the acronyms. Then you need to locate the measuring tape and measure the desired TV location's space. Many people also choose to head out into the field (a store like Best Buy) to get an up-close-and-personal view of these TVs. And then there's the price comparison which might require making a spreadsheet. All that's to say — buying a new TV can be tough. But we're all in luck today because Amazon has made that decision for us by offering us a deal that's too good to pass up.

As of May 15, the 75-inch Hisense U8N QLED TV is on sale for $939.93, marked down from the standard price of $1,599. That's a massive 41% discount that takes $659.07 off the price tag. By a long shot, this is the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: What's the best time of year to buy a TV? Yes, there's an answer.

What's even more impressive about today's deal is the 65-inch Hisense U8N QLED TV is also on sale, but it's priced at $947.99. That means you're actually saving money ($8.06 to be exact) by upgrading to the 75-inch version.

For starters, the 75-inch size of this Hisense U8N deal is pretty great for most living rooms. You'll be in great shape for streaming the latest HBO Max show or catching this season's baseball games. But the Hisense U8N is really noteworthy in its display, which is even more impressed given the affordable price.

Mashable's sister site PCMag (also owned by publisher Ziff Davis) meticulously tested the Hisense U8N and gave it an "outstanding" rating. "The Hisense U8N offers a robust set of features and the brightest picture we've seen for a lower price than many competing TVs," wrote Will Greenwald in his review. And that checks out because Hisense is consistently one of the best TV brands that focuses on offering great bang for your buck.

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The Hisesne U8N also shines when it comes to gaming. The 144hz refresh rate is something most budget-friendly TVs can't claim, topping out at 120Hz on many models. It earns a top spot on Mashable's list of the best budget TVs for gaming.

Since the 75-inch Hisense U8N is at its lowest price ever and cheaper than the 65-inch model, now's a great time to upgrade your home entertainment set-up. While the 75-inch Hisesne U8N usually sets you back $1,599, it's on sale today for just $939.93. Saving over $650 on a high-end TV feels great, especially in this economy.

Bring Her Back trailer: Talk to Me directors next film is here to terrify you

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 10:36

In 2023, directors Danny and Michael Phillipou conjured up one of the year's best horror films with their debut Talk to Me. Now, they're back to terrify us all over again with their second film, Bring Her Back.

SEE ALSO: Summer Movie Preview: What's coming to theaters and streaming?

Bring Her Back stars Sally Hawkins as Laura, a new foster mom to siblings Andy (Billy Barratt) and Piper (Sora Wong). The pair hope to find stability and a happy home with Laura, but instead, they find something more sinister.

As the trailer above reveals, Laura lost her young daughter Cathy (Mischa Heywood). Still reeling from grief, she claims that she never truly found a way to cope with Cathy being gone. Instead, she watches home videos of Cathy and seems to believe that there's a way to "bring her back."

What exactly that process is remains to be seen, but we're guessing it has something to do with Oliver (Jonah Wren Phillips), another orphan under Laura's care. The trailer shows him convulsing, bloody, on the ground, with some unknown force crawling under his skin. Whatever's happening to him and Laura, it's bad news.

While the trailer of Bring Her Back cooks up scares galore, it also highlights the role grief will play in the film, similarly to Mia's (Sophie Wilde) attempts to reconnect with her mother in Talk to Me. Expect to be frightened, yes, but likely devastated as well.

Bring Her Back hits theaters May 30.

Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ on sale for just under $200

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 10:32

SAVE $70: As of May 15, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ with 128GB of storage and WiFi only is on sale for $199.99. That's 26% off its full cost of $269.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (128GB, WiFi) $199.99 at Amazon
$269.99 Save $70 Get Deal

If you want a tablet that simply serves as a tablet, you don't need to spend a fortune. The reliable and capable Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ checks all the boxes a low-cost tablet should — and it's on sale for just under $200.

As of May 15, you can grab the Galaxy Tab A9+ with 128GB of storage and WiFi connectivity for $199.99 instead of $269.99. That's a savings of 26% and just $20 shy of its best price on record.

While it's not as fancy as the Galaxy S9 lineup, the A9+ can still handle your everyday tasks proficiently. The A9+ is the latest model in the A series, which is essentially a budget-friendly version of Samsung's flagship S series. It features an 11-inch display with slim bezels to make for an immersive viewing experience, plus an ultrathin build overall (just 6.9mm thick) ensuring seamless portability. The A9+ also packs quad speakers powered by Dolby Atmos, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor, expandable storage up to 1TB, and OK battery life (it's fine, but nothing to write home about).

Our friends at PCMag (which is owned by Mashable's publisher, Ziff Davis) dubbed it the "best low-cost Android tablet you can buy" last year. They even gave it the coveted Editors' Choice award for affordable Android tablets. It's not perfect or crazy powerful, but it handles everyday tasks — like streaming TV, answering emails, browsing the web, or even running moderately intensive games — like a dream. The subpar battery life can certainly be overlooked for less than $200.

Stay prepared with this portable power bank at its lowest price yet

Mashable - Thu, 05/15/2025 - 10:14

SAVE $205: As of May 15, get the Moihosso Portable Power Bank for $34.99, down from its usual price of $239.99. That's an 85% discount and the lowest price we've seen.

Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Moihosso Portable Power Bank $34.99 at Amazon
$239.99 Save $205 Get Deal

Having a dead phone or other drained electronics when you're out and about isn't fun. You might need to make a call for an emergency situation or maybe your kids' iPad has drained after a long car ride, and there's no outlet or solution for miles. No one wants to have to deal with that. Luckily, a portable power bank means never having to succumb to a 0% battery again, and you can get one for an excellent price right now at Amazon.

As of May 15, get the Moihosso Portable Power Bank for $34.99, down from its usual price of $239.99. That's $205 off and an 85% discount. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

This power bank packs a whopping 56,800mAh of battery so you can get back up to speed fast. It can power your phone, tablet, or whatever electronic device you need to use up in a flash thanks to its 22.5W fast charging tech. It can do so up to 11 tmes, in fact, so you can top up over and over again.

Not only can you get your phone back up to speed, but thanks to its two USB-A and one USB-C port, you can charge up to three devices at once to get back up to speed quickly. You can even use them all while they're charging. And to help you make sure you know when the charger itself needs to be plugged in, there's an LED display to show you where it stands.

Whether you need something to keep you juiced up in an emergency or the thought of being without a phone gives you anxiety, you can't go wrong with a power bank, especially at this sizable discount.

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