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At Snapdragon’s Beats and Bytes event at SXSW, Mashable got a first-hand look at Dell’s XPS 13, powered by the Snapdragon(R) X Elite processor. It’s one of the thinnest, lightest and smartest Dell XPSs yet, with multi-day battery life, a vibrant OLED display, and on-device AI. And with ultimate performance delivered by Snapdragon X Elite, it runs cool even while it’s working hard.
SXSW was born as a music festival, and at Beats and Bytes we also got a front-row seat as some of the best music-production apps showed off what they can do on PCs powered by Snapdragon X Series processors. Cakewalk, a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), gives you a stellar setup for making music whether you’re a professional or a beginner. Moises Live brings AI tools to live performance, adjusting your mix and levels in real time. And if you’re new to music, Melodics turns learning instruments like the piano or drums into a game, helping you improve with interactive lessons and real-time feedback.
Our recap video takes you inside the action at Beats and Bytes, giving you an exclusive look at how Snapdragon X Series processors can power your creativity.
With another big shopping event brewing at Amazon, there's a ton of deals floating around. Top brands like Sonos, Apple, Garmin, and more have already dropped their prices in anticipation of what we can assume is the second iteration of the mega retailer's Spring Sale. Want to get a jump start on saving? We've rounded up some of our favorite deals below.
Here are our picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on March 14. If none of these are your cup of tea, be sure to check out our picks from March 12 and March 13. A few of those deals are still live, including 36% off the Sonos Ray, our favorite starter soundbar, and 30% off TurboTax Deluxe software.
Our top pick: Garmin Forerunner 55 Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Forerunner 55 $149.99 at AmazonJust getting into running? The Garmin Forerunner 55 is a great companion for your journey. It's beginner-friendly, but packed with features like top-notch GPS, a heart rate monitor, specialized coaching and training plans, and stats galore. It'll monitor your laps, give you GPS-based pace guidance, let you know how long to rest for based on your efforts, and suggest workouts based on your previous performance. And did we mention it'll last up to two weeks per charge? As of March 14, you can snag it on sale for $149.99 instead of $199.99, saving you 25%. That matches its best price ever.
Sonos Era 100 Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Era 100 $199 at AmazonThe Sonos Era 100 replaced the Sonos One (which we loved) in 2023 and brought in a few welcome upgrades. It's a bit taller, features a refreshed top control panel with a capacitive volume control and voice assistant button, and most importantly is now able to produce stereo sound on its own (thanks to the addition of two tweeters). If you want a smart speaker that can fill your home with high-quality sound, you could certainly do worse. It's usually $249, but you can save 20% at Amazon as of March 14 and grab it for $199.
Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar $568.42 at AmazonThe wallet-friendly Bose Smart Soundbar is fantastic, but the Smart Ultra Soundbar is even better. Our sister site PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) called it "a powerful one-piece soundbar that delivers big sound with plenty of spatial audio detail, and ample audio streaming features." Our only qualm is that it's typically $899. Fortunately, as of March 14, the white option is down to only $568.42 at Amazon. That's its best price ever at 37% off.
Apple AirPods 4 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $148.99 at AmazonWith personalized spatial audio, Siri interactions, voice isolation, a surprisingly snug fit, and up to five hours of listening time with ANC (up to 30 with the charging case), the AirPods 4 are a solid daily driver if you're looking for a new set of earbuds. Mashable's Kim Gedeon gave them a glowing 4.6 out of 5 stars and as of March 14, they're on sale for only $148.99, making them a total steal. That's 17% in savings and just $10 away from their best price on record.
Read our full review of the AirPods 4.
De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Opens in a new window Credit: De'Longhi De'Longhi Magnifica Evo coffee and espresso machine $499.95 at AmazonFancy espresso machines aren't cheap, but neither is spending the time and money to head to the coffee shop daily. As of March 14, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo is down to only $499.95 instead of the usual $649.95, making it a much more palatable purchase. This machine serves as a fully automatic espresso and coffee maker with five one-touch recipes (espresso, Americano, iced coffee, coffee, and long). It also features a built-in coffee grinder for freshness and a manual milk frother for lattes, cappuccinos, and iced coffee. It's like bringing the coffee shop home.
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
Stephen King already has a whole book that basically predicted the rise of Donald Trump (see The Dead Zone), but now he's using one of his other novels to talk about the president's recent actions.
Posting on Threads (where the horror author is now more active than X), King used his 1987 book Misery to analyse the current state of the U.S. economy.
SEE ALSO: Every single Stephen King movie adaptation, ranked"Think of it this way," he wrote. "Paul Sheldon is the American economy. Donald Trump is his number one fan."
View on ThreadsIf you haven't read Misery, Paul Sheldon is the protagonist of the story. He's an author who gets rescued from a car crash — and then imprisoned — by a sadistic nurse called Annie Wilkes, who describes herself as his "number one fan".
King's analogy suggests that Trump is not only obsessed with the U.S. economy, but also — possibly through his tariffs — that he's holding it hostage, and subsequently hurting it a great deal.
SAVE $120: As of March 14, you can get the iRobot Roomba (Q0120) for just $129.99, down from $249.99, at Amazon. That's a 48% discount and $120 off the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Robot Vacuum (Q0120) $129.99 at AmazonIf you’re a busy person and vacuuming just isn’t at the top of your priority list, investing in a robot vacuum cleaner could be the best thing you do for yourself this year. And right now, you can get a Roomba for under $200 at Amazon.
As of March 14, the iRobot Roomba (Q0120) is only $129.99, down from $249.99. That’s $120 off the list price and a 48% discount.
SEE ALSO: Best vacuum cleaners 2025, from cordless stick vacuums to robot vacuumsThis model doesn’t come with a self-empty base, but it’s still a solid choice for keeping your floors clean with minimal effort on your part. With three cleaning stages that pick up dirt, dust, and hair, the Roomba's advanced sensors help it navigate around your home without missing any spots. It’s also super easy to set up — just take it out of the box and let it get to work.
The iRobot Home App lets you schedule cleanings and control your Roomba from your smartphone, so you can keep your floors tidy even when you're not home. Plus, the 120-minute run time gives you plenty of vacuuming power between charges.
SAVE $80: As of March 14, you can get the Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-cancelling headphones for $349, down from $429, at Amazon. That's an $80 discount.
Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones $349 at AmazonYou can’t really beat a good pair of noise-canceling headphones, especially when they're from a brand as reputable as Bose (and when they're on sale, to boot).
As of March 14, you can score a pair of Bose QuietComfort Ultra noise-canceling headphones for just $349 at Amazon. That’s an $80 discount and just about $20 difference from the headphones' all-time low.
SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 7 best headphones of 2025The Bose QuietComfort Ultra feature spatial audio with CustomTune technology for a personalized sound experience, three noise cancellation modes to choose from, and up to 24 hours of battery life. You can also get up to 2.5 hours (up to 2 hours with Immersive Audio) of playback with just 15 minutes of quick charging.
With touch controls on each earcup, you can adjust the volume, skip tracks, and answer calls without having to reach for your phone.
SAVE $330.58: As of March 14, get the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar for $568.42 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $899. That's a discount of 37% and the lowest price we've seen.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar $568.42 at AmazonWatching your favorite TV shows and movies at home means you likely have a great setup to enhance your programming. If you're still relying on your TV's built-in audio, you might be missing out on some of the more important parts, like quieter dialogue or more nuanced scenes. With that in mind, it's a good idea to try a soundbar for those reasons and more.
As of March 14, you can get the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar for $568.42 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $899. That's $330.58 off and a discount of 37%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.
This Bluetooth soundbar features Dolby Atmos and voice control, so you can attach it to your devices wirelessly and get it set up quickly. It also uses Bose TrueSpace to help separate sounds and spread them around your room to give you a more immersive environment. Plus, Dialogue Mode, which is powered by AI, helps to balance voices and other sounds to give you better clarity when it comes to speaking scenes.
The soundbar also can sync with Alexa, so you can control it straight from your smart home hub, or you can pair it with other Bose products, like select Bose headphones thanks to Bose SimpleSync. There are plenty of ways to interact with it, so you can have sound delivered however it makes sense to you at the time.
If you're ready to change the way you experience your media, don't miss out on this significant discount.
SAVE $100: As of March 14, you can get the Apple Watch Series 10 for $329, down from $429 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount and $100 off the list price. It's also the lowest price we've seen for this model yet.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) $329 at AmazonIf you’re looking for a better way to keep track of your steps, monitor your heart rate, and stay connected without being glued to your phone, the Apple Watch Series 10 might be just what you need. And, right now it’s $100 off at Amazon.
As of March 14, you can get the Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) for just $329 at Amazon. That’s 23% off the list price, a $100 price cut, and the lowest price we’ve seen on this model yet.
SEE ALSO: The best fitness trackers you can buy in 2025: From smartwatches to ringsThe Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger display than previous models (up to 30% more screen area), a thinner and lighter design, and advanced health and fitness features, including fall and crash detection. It has an all-day battery life and can charge to 80% in 30 minutes, 15 minutes for up to eight hours, and just eight minutes for up to eight hours of sleep tracking.
It’s also water resistant up to 50 meters, so you can track your swims (if you’re into that) and even wear it in the shower.
SAVE $180: Get the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 for $319 at Best Buy, down from its usual price of $499.
Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (Intel Core i13-125U, Intel UHD Graphics, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $319 at Best BuyNeed something small and portable to take around with you? A regular laptop might be a bit too cumbersome, so a Chromebook is a great alternative. And if you're needing to make the switch fast, you might want to head on over to Best Buy, where you can find an excellent option at a significant price cut.
As of March 14, get the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (Intel Core i13-125U, Intel UHD Graphics, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $319, down from its usual price of $499. That's a discount of $180.
This is the latest model of this particular Chromebook, and it boasts a 15.6-inch FHD touchscreen panel so you can treat it something like a tablet when you need to. It also has a 2566GB SSD so there's more than enough storage space for all your files, as well as an Intel Core i3-1215U processor and 8GB of RAM so it's as zippy as you need it to be for whatever you're working on.
You'll get about 8 hours of battery life, and this model also supports Google's Gemini AI suite, so it can help with a variety of machine-assisted tasks, should you need them. It's sturdy, lightweight, and Chromebook means you don't have to worry about installing a variety of apps to get things done.
For working on the go, catching your favorite show when you've got some time to yourself, or just browsing online, this is a great contender that you don't have to spend a lot of cash on, so grab it while you still can.
Tired of having to figure out how to watch your favorite live news, reality shows, and sports? By the time you piece together which streaming bundle is right for you, your show’s likely to be half over. Why not sign up for Sling TV today and save half off your first month instead?
Sling is one of the most affordable live TV streaming services out there, and it’s a cheaper alternative to cable. Sling’s two main plans — Sling Orange and Sling Blue — both offer 28 of the same live TV channels, including CNN, BET, Comedy Central, and the Food Network, plus you can rent movies and fire up on-demand content across all your devices.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange & Sling Blue $23.99Both plans are also a steal right now at $23 for your first month and $45.99 a month after that, so nab the perfect Sling plan and press play already.
Sling Orange has live NCAA and Disney ChannelIf sports and family movie nights are your jam, Sling Orange is a slam dunk. It comes loaded with over 30 live channels, including seven exclusive channels that slay with sports fans and kiddos, such as live NCAA and NBA games on ESPN, the Disney Channel, and old-school flicks on Freeform.
Sling Blue packs news, football, and reality TVSling Blue comes in swinging with over 40 live channels, including 15 exclusive channels such as MSNBC, NFL Network, Fox Sports 1, and Bravo. If you always have the news going or can’t live without your football or reality TV, Sling Blue delivers. You can also watch your shows on up to three devices at once, which is a nice perk.
Dial it in with Extras and premium channelsIf you’re having a hard time deciding which Sling plan is the best fit — just go to the site, choose the channels you watch, and Sling will recommend a base plan. Next, customize your lineup even more by adding “Extras” — such as Sports Extra, Entertainment Extra, or News Extra — as well as premium channels like Paramount + with Showtime, for an added fee.
Sling TV gives you more of the channels you love and no long-term contracts, hidden fees, or complex tech. Start watching today, starting at just $23 your first month.
There are some days that start off bland and then spin strangely and sensationally to change your life forever — for the better.
Jay Duplass' Baltimorons is about such an extraordinary day. Co-writing this comedy with leading man Michael Strassner, director Duplass crafts a journey that is an absolute side-tickling and soul-enriching delight — and it all begins with a broken tooth.
After a robust slate of productions with his brother Mark Duplass — recently including Penelope and The Creep Tapes — this is Jay's first solo venture. Yet he stays true to the Duplass' mumblecore roots. Baltimorons is proudly a low-budget, character-driven comedy starring actors who look less like movie stars and more like the folks you see at any given grocery store. However, the humor blooms more broadly than the mumblecore of their Puffy Chair and Baghead origins, with leads Michael Strassner and Liz Larsen, who are absolutely enchanting as an unlikely but undeniably dynamic duo brought together by happenstance and held together by good fun. Together, they craft a chemistry that steadily bubbles into an eruption of shenanigans and joy.
Baltimorons is a classic comedy out of the gate.Duplass has found a top-notch collaborator in Strassner, whose comedic timing and scruffy charisma are absolutely extraordinary as outgoing Baltimore local Cliff Cashen. A thirtysomething former improv comedian — who was once on the brink of breaking through on a certain New York sketch show — Cliff is six months sober on Christmas Eve, with his fiancée (Olivia Luccardi) urging him to attend a family dinner and his old troupe begging him to come back to the stage for a show that night. Both possibilities for festive fun are threatened when Cliff accidentally breaks a tooth, forcing him to embark upon a side quest for a dentist who'll see to his emergency on a holiday.
Enter Dr. Didi Dahl (Liz Larsen), a sixtysomething, no-nonsense divorcee with a sharp sensibility and a tender heart. Doped up on laughing gas, an unguarded Cliff can't help but remark on how pretty Didi is and how nice she smells. Dr. Dahl has little patience for this teddy bear of a younger man — at least until his car gets towed. Then her cool exterior cracks into a warm grin as she plays Good Samaritan with some well-meaning mischief. Didi's plans for the holiday have been ruined by her selfish ex-husband, but following Cliff's lead takes her down an unexpected path of discovery, low-level crimes, juicy payback, and second chances.
At first glance, these characters seem to have nothing in common. He's a sweet and funny but lost millennial, who's left his comedy dreams behind to become — maybe — a mortgage broker. She's a boomer, hardened by a soured marriage and a demanding career, but can't deny the charms of this beguiling goofball — even if she says he's a "real Eddie Haskell … full of shit!" There's a tantalizing chemistry in the way they banter, not letting each other get away with anything. And as tempted as I am to give an example by laying out a punchline about holiday weight, it's just too good in context to spoil. Let's just say it's thrilling to watch two strangers truly see each other, and mutually delight in that discovery.
Michael Strassner is a comedy star in the making.There's a jolly gameness to Strassner's comedic persona that is instantly charming, making even an early joke about a failed suicide attempt joltingly funny in his hands. Strassner has a vaguely Bill Murray-ish quality about his humor, whether in moments of buffoonery or taboo subject matter. Yet he doesn't carry the smug self-assurance of '80s Murray, instead brandishing a cherry-cheeked vulnerability that makes Baltimorons feel deeply of this moment. Cliff is a modern man, grappling with thwarted dreams, personal failures, and a confounding path to the future. But he does so with an open heart and a smart mouth that makes for brightly hilarious scenes, whether Cliff's doing schtick with a thick Baltimore accent or trying to impress some rude Ravens fans.
Liz Larsen is his perfect scene partner. There are shades of Edie Falco's Carmela Soprano in her "don't mess with me" energy, signaling that Didi has been burned before and isn't looking to get hurt again. But when Larsen smiles, you can see the hopeless romantic who still yearns in Didi's heart. She becomes radiant, whether pressing Cliff to take a big risk or barking orders from a crabbing boat. Their adventure takes them all over Baltimore, from quiet residential streets to sketchy parking lots, bustling holiday parties, and a spot offering a serene view of the water. Along the way, we feel lucky to be along for the ride, nestled in by Duplass' subtle but strong world-building of his characters' Baltimore.
Essentially, Baltimorons is a celebration of those moments when — despite all the reasons to shield ourselves from a cruel world — we open up to a new friend. It's about the magic in being vulnerable, not out of naiveté but out of hope.
The screenplay by Duplass and Strassner neatly captures the excitement and tension of such a social gamble, balancing moments of heartache and comic elation. Strassner and Larsen bring this theme to vivid life with portrayals that play similarly to Duplass' odd-couple comedies like Somebody Somewhere and Biosphere. Which is all to say, Baltimorons is an absolute gem. Deftly modern and smartly self-aware, it's not only one of the best things I saw out of SXSW, but assuredly one of the best films of 2025.
Baltimorons was reviewed out of its World Premiere at the 2025 SXSW film and TV conference.
SAVE $72: As of March 14, the Garmin vívoactive 5 smartwatch is on sale at Best Buy for $227.99. That's 24% off its list price of $299.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $227.99 at Best BuyIf you've been looking for a way to keep track of your health and fitness goals, a smartwatch is a great investment. While a lot of them can be quite pricy, occasionally you can score one on sale at a price that's worth taking advantage of. That's the case at the moment with the Garmin vívoactive 5 in slate aluminum and black, which has had a very nice $72 discount at Best Buy.
This has dropped the price of the Garmin vívoactive 5 from $299.99 to $227.99. If you've been hoping to pick up a smartwatch but didn't want to spend too much cash on a model, this is a deal worth jumping on. The Garmin vívoactive 5 has plenty to offer.
SEE ALSO: The best fitness trackers you can buy in 2025: From smartwatches to ringsBoasting a vibrant AMOLED display, the Garmin vívoactive 5 will provide you with insights into your sleep patterns, stress levels, workouts, and more. It has a feature called Body Battery that gives you a better understanding of your energy levels, and it even has health features like a heart rate monitor, fitness age, and more. It even has up to 11 days of battery life, so you won't have to worry too much about keeping it charged up frequently.
Save some cash and stay on top of your goals with this deal on the Garmin vívoactive 5 at Best Buy.
This isn't the only smartwatch deal that's available right now, though. If you want a tracker that's more focused around running, the Garmin Forerunner 55 is also on sale right now at Best Buy and if you want to go all-out on a fancy new smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 10 is discounted at Amazon at the moment.
What does an eclipse look like from the moon? Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander just sent back a stunning image from the lunar surface.
The commercial space company's lander, which touched down on the moon's surface without a hitch on March 2 as part of a mission for NASA, took a high-definition image of the total lunar eclipse from its top deck in the early hours of Friday — and it's mighty beautiful.
"Blue Ghost caught her first look at the solar eclipse from the Moon around 12:30 am CDT on March 14 from our landing site in Mare Crisium," Firefly wrote with the release of the image. "Notice the glowing ring of light emerge in the reflection of our solar panel as Earth began to block the sun."
Blue Ghost's view of the solar eclipse from the Moon. Credit: Firefly Aerospace SEE ALSO: U.S. company Firefly Aerospace just landed on the moon with its Blue Ghost spacecraftAccording to the company, it's "the first time in history a commercial company will be actively operating on the Moon and able to observe a total solar eclipse where the Earth blocks the sun and casts a shadow on the lunar surface."
Firefly’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 launched on Jan. 15 and landed on the moon on March 2 after 45-day trip — and the photos Blue Ghost has been sending back are breathtaking. In the above photo, you can also see the Blue Ghost lander's NASA equipment, including a Lunar Environment heliospheric X-ray Imager, Lunar Magnetotelluric Sounder mast, and X-band antenna.
On Friday, Firefly also posted an image taken on March 3, the day after Blue Ghost landed on the moon, of a view of Earth taken with the lander's wide-lens camera.
Hello! Credit: Firefly AerospaceFirefly is now the first commercial spacecraft to successfully land on the moon — and Mashable's been covering every last element of the mission.
SAVE $50: As of March 14, the Sonos Era 100 smart speaker is on sale at Amazon for $199. That's 20% off its list price of $249.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Era 100 $199 at AmazonWhether you're using it for listening to music or are looking to create a surround sound setup, a high-quality speaker can be a great addition to your home. The Sonos Era 100, in particular, offers excellent sound quality for both situations. As someone who owns two of these speakers, I absolutely love using them for movie nights to create a more immersive experience. It's a speaker that's worth every cent, in my opinion. If you've been hoping to pick it up, now's a great time to do it at a discounted rate.
The Sonos Era 100 has dropped from its list price of $249 to $199, saving you 20% overall. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this marks a return to its lowest-ever price. It's currently listed as a limited-time deal, so you'll want to act fast to scoop it up at this price. Both the black and white models are discounted, so you can choose the speaker that will best blend in with your home's style.
SEE ALSO: Samsung’s ridiculous Buzzer Beater Bundle is over $5,000 off — because one TV isn’t enough for March MadnessThe Sonos Era 100 is a real treat when it comes to sound quality. Music sounds great coming out of it, but I especially love having both of my speakers paired with the Sonos soundbar underneath my TV. They make any movie, TV show, or video game feel more immersive with sound coming from all around the room. As a bonus, they have a compact size that fits really nicely on a bookshelf or tabletop.
If you've been looking for a speaker upgrade, this deal on the Sonos Era 100 is well worth jumping on while it's still available.
There are a couple more speaker deals that are worth checking out right now. The Sony XG300 portable Bluetooth speaker has gotten a great discount at Best Buy and the Bose SoundLink Revolve+ (Series II) speaker is on sale at Amazon.
SAVE $100: As of March 14, Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones are on sale at Amazon for $248. That's 29% off their list price of $348.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones $248 at AmazonSony headphones are always worth picking up if you've been looking for an upgrade. Some come with a hefty price tag, but every once in a while a deal comes along that's worth taking advantage of. And as of March 14, Amazon is offering a great deal on the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones.
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones have dropped from their list price of $348 to $248. This saves you $100 on list price. This deal is marked as a limited-time offer, so if they've caught your eye, you'll want to act fast to score them at this price. You can save on the midnight blue, black, and silver models.
SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 7 best headphones of 2025These headphones offer excellent sound quality and active noise cancelation with Dual Noise Sensor technology so you can be fully immersed in your favorite sounds while wearing them. Not to mention, they offer up to 30 hours of battery life. We even consider them the best overall pick in our roundup of the best wireless headphones, with Mashable's Miller Kern saying, "The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones have superior sound quality and noise cancellation. They're comparable to the Sennheiser PXC 550-II headphones, but have a more stylish look in our opinion — the ear cups are less bulky."
This limited-time deal won't last for long. Grab the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones for $248 while they're still discounted at Amazon.
If you're looking for more headphone and earbud deals, you can also save on the Beats Studio Pro right now at Best Buy and the AirPods 4 (without ANC) have dropped below $100 at Amazon.
SAVE $30: As of March 14, Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are on sale for $149.99 at Best Buy. That’s $30 off their usual price of $179.99. The deal ends March 16.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation $149.99 at Best BuyThere are two types of people in this world. Those who lose their AirPods constantly and those who don’t own AirPods yet. If you’re in the second camp or just tired of using the single earbud you still haven’t lost, now’s a good time to fix that. Best Buy has Apple’s AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation for $149.99, knocking $30 off the usual price of $179.99. This deal disappears after March 16 so don't think about it for too long.
For under $150 you’re getting active noise cancellation, which is kind of a big deal. Standard AirPods let in just about every sound around you. Dog barking, baby crying, someone on the train having a full-volume FaceTime call with no headphones. AirPods 4 ANC blocks noise out so you can enjoy your music, podcasts, or just the sound of sweet, sweet silence.
SEE ALSO: The Apple Watch SE 2 is down by $80 at Best Buy — score it for under $200But there’s always that moment when you need to hear what’s going on. Like when your name gets called at the coffee shop or when someone at work starts a sentence with “Not to add to your workload, but…” That’s where Environmental Noise Control comes in, letting outside sound in when you need it.
Battery life is decent but not groundbreaking. You’ll get four hours per charge, which is fine for commuting but might have you reaching for the case during a long-haul flight. Speaking of the case, it bumps the total battery life up to 20 hours, so as long as you remember to drop them in between uses, you’ll be fine. Charging is USB-C because Apple finally decided we don’t need 17 different cables for their products (and they got forced to).
Price: $149.99 $179.99
Retailer: Best Buy
Noise Cancelling: Yes (Active)
Wireless: Yes (Bluetooth 5.3, True Wireless)
Water Resistant: Yes
Battery Life: 4 hours (20 hours with case)
Charging: USB-C Case
Voice Assistant: Works with Siri
Deal Ends: March 16, 2025
These AirPods also come with Bluetooth 5.3, meaning they’ll pair instantly with your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. No fiddling with settings required. And if you’re someone who actually uses Siri (I respect you, but I don’t understand you), they work seamlessly with voice commands.
Are there cheaper wireless earbuds out there? Sure. But are they AirPods, with Apple’s seamless pairing, noise cancellation, and ecosystem perks? No. That’s why these are worth considering, especially at $149.99 up until March 16.
Being relentlessly haunted by a monstrous woman wouldn't be all that much fun, but at least in the trailer for 825 Forest Road the victims have each other.
Hell House LLC writer/director Stephen Cognetti's movie sees a man moving into a new town, only to discover that the locals have something of a ghost problem — and there's even a support group where they sit in a circle and discuss what to do about it. It sounds almost like it could be a comedy, but the video above is all horror.
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.
There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.
An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.
If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hintIslam's holiest city.
SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answerMECCA
Hurdle Word 2 hintUseful.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 14, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 AnswerHANDY
Hurdle Word 3 hintInfected with rabies.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 14 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 14, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answerRABID
Hurdle Word 4 hintSomething nonsensical.
SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for March 14 Hurdle Word 4 answerSILLY
Final Hurdle hintA powerful person.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answerMOGUL
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The Life of Chuck, Mike Flanagan's latest adaptation of a Stephen King story, made waves during its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) last year — and now we have our first proper glimpse of the film via a teaser trailer.
The film, which Mashable's Kristy Puchko describes as "surprising and upsetting, funny and profound" in her review, and which King himself called "one of the good ones", follows a man who's haunted by billboards that all contain an image of a strange man named Chuck.
The Life of Chuck is in theatres in June.
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 MashableHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, March 14, 2025:
AcrossHydroelectric projectThe answer is Dam.
The answer is Slice.
The answer is Light.
The answer is Ivies.
The answer is Pet.
The answer is Dight.
The answer is Ache.
The answer is Mets.
The answer is Slip.
The answer is Live.
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