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Doctor Who stars Ncuti Gatwa and Varada Sethu try to determine how their characters would tackle classic sci-fi villains (and some morally gray anti-heroes) in Mashable's Slash or Pass.

Doctor Who Season 2 premieres April 12 on Disney+ and BBC.

The former CEO of fintech app Nate has been charged with fraud for making misleading claims about the app's artificial intelligence technology — or lack thereof.

In a bizarre twist from the usual AI narrative, the FBI alleges that this time human beings were doing the work of AI, and not the other way around.

According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of New York, Albert Saniger has been indicted for a scheme to defraud investors. “As alleged, Albert Saniger misled investors by exploiting the promise and allure of AI technology to build a false narrative about innovation that never existed," Acting U.S. Attorney Matthew Podolsky said in the release.

Government attorneys say Nate claimed to use AI technology to complete the e-commerce checkout process for customers. In reality, they allege the company hired a team of human contractors in the Philippines to do the work. In total, Saniger raised more than $40 million from investors.

"In truth, Nate relied heavily on teams of human workers — primarily located overseas — to manually process transactions in secret, mimicking what users believed was being done by automation," said FBI Assistant Director in Charge Christopher G. Raia. "Saniger used hundreds of contractors, or 'purchasing assistants,' in a call center located in the Philippines to manually complete purchases occurring over the Nate app."

AI boom fuels sketchy startup practices

Nate isn't the only startup accused of masking human labor as "AI automation." Drive-thru company Presto, with clients like Carl's Jr., Hardee's, Del Taco, and Checkers, claimed to automate drive-thru orders with AI, but reportedly relied on outsourced workers (also in the Philippines) for 70 percent of its orders, as Bloomberg reported in 2023. And legal startup EvenUp, which purportedly automated personal injury claims, "relied on humans to complete much of the work," according to a 2024 Business Insider report.

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The much-hyped AI industry promises to reduce labor costs and increase efficiency across industries. In turn, this has incentivized sketchy startup practices as opportunistic entrepreneurs market their apps based on future-facing potential.

The Information first reported that the Nate app might have "exaggerated tech capabilities to investors" back in 2022. At the time, e-commerce was experiencing a "pandemic-fueled shopping boom," the outlet reported, making fintech startups irresistibly appealing to venture capitalists. According to the new indictment, Saniger "concealed" the app's near zero percent automation rate from investors and even his own employees, restricting Nate's automation data as a "trade secret."

The "fake it till you make it" mentality is a well-established doctrine in the startup playbook, but clearly a risky one, at least, according to the FBI and the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Instead of raising money, Saniger is now facing one charge each of securities fraud and wire fraud; both charges carry maximum sentences of 20 years in prison.

Mashable attempted to contact Saniger, and we'll update this article if we get a response.

Tesla's very bad 2025 is far from over. The latest setback: Current Tesla drivers are ending their relationship with the brand in record numbers.

In March 2025, the number of used Tesla vehicles for sale on the popular automotive marketplace Autotrader reached a record level, according to new data from its parent company Cox Automotive. This development was first reported by Sherwood.

In the last week of March, more than 13,000 Tesla electric vehicles were listed for sale on the online used car marketplace, setting a new record high for Tesla EVs. That's a 67 percent increase year-over-year in listings for used Teslas.

Further emphasizing Tesla's problems, this isn't an industry-wide trend; rather, it's a problem with Teslas specifically. Cox's data shows that the number of used Teslas listed for sale rose more than any other auto company's vehicles.

And as supply increases, the price of used Teslas will likely continue to fall. As Mashable previously reported, the value of used Teslas has been steadily decreasing by thousands of dollars. In addition, Forbes reported last month that the value of a used Tesla Model Y has dropped by $6,000 on average in the past year.

It gets worse: Sales of brand new Teslas are also plummeting around the globe. In Germany, for example, Tesla sales have fallen by 76 percent. Tesla owners looking to trade-in their vehicles have also ballooned, with the company now reportedly turning away Cybertruck owners who want to trade their vehicle.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk plays a controversial role in the Trump administration, and it's increasingly clear that Tesla customers are rejecting Musk through Tesla.

Over the past year, Tesla protests have appeared all over the world as people voice their dissatisfaction with Musk's close relationship with President Donald Trump and his role with DOGE. Through DOGE, Musk has spearheaded massive cuts in federal funding to important medical research and global welfare programs. Combined with growing competition in the EV market from other carmakers, Tesla has found waning interest in the brand — even among their own customers.

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 preorders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

As the trade war between the United States and China heats up, laptop makers including Dell, HP, and Lenovo will reportedly stop importing new devices into the U.S. for “at least two weeks.”

The report comes from the Commercial Times, a Chinese-language newspaper in Taiwan. The pause by companies like Dell and Lenovo could affect all of the consumer electronics they sell in the United States, such as laptops, Chromebooks, and tablets. (Mashable reached out to Dell, HP, and Lenovo for comment; we'll update this story if we get a response.)

Lenovo laptops could be impacted by tariffs. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

As President Donald Trump and China engage in a tit-for-tat tariff escalation, electronics manufacturers have been scrambling to adapt to a chaotic market. Already, Nintendo delayed pre-orders on the Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. and Canada. Laptop maker Framework paused shipments. Brands like Anker and Asus are raising prices for U.S. customers, while some DTC companies have started adding "Trump Tariff Surcharges" to their customers' bills.

The pace of tariff news has been dizzying this week. In the latest developments, President Trump increased total tariffs on Chinese goods to 145 percent. And on Friday, China retaliated by increasing tariffs on U.S. goods to 125 percent (the tariffs imposed by China go into effect Saturday, per Bloomberg).

Manufacturers aren’t the only ones anticipating a bleak economic outlook. The combination of global tariffs (which remain in effect), a trade war with China, and general uncertainty have spooked consumers as well.

A new economic survey from the University of Michigan found that “Consumer sentiment fell for the fourth straight month, plunging 11% from March.” Notably, consumer confidence fell among Democrats, independents, and Republicans alike. 

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 preorders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

President Donald Trump's tariff policies have only just gone into effect, and we're already seeing price hikes across consumer tech.

President Trump has imposed a huge tariff rate of 145 percent on China (where many tech products are manufactured), as well as smaller global tariffs on most other countries on the planet. That means importing goods to the United States is now much more expensive than it was two weeks ago. Several companies across multiple product categories, from laptops to GPUs and TVs, have announced higher-than-normal prices as a result.

Without wasting any more time, here are the confirmed tariff price increases in the tech world so far.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 tariff impacts: What we know so far Asus laptops

Taiwanese tech giant Asus announced price hikes on several of its Zenbook and Vivobook laptops back in March, before Trump's "Liberation Day" shenanigans set most of these other price hikes in motion. So far, these price increases aren't massive, per se; they range between 5 and 10 percent for each affected laptop. For instance, the Zenbook A14 went from $1,099 to $1,199.

Asus told Mashable at the time that more Asus products could receive tariff-related price increases as the situation evolves. Since the tariffs on China are now substantially larger than they were in late March, don't be surprised if some prices go up even further.

Dame

Sexual wellness brand Dame is calling out President Trump directly with its price increases. In an Instagram post, the company announced that it will be adding a $5 "Trump Tariff Surcharge" on all of its products made in China. "Yes, that’s a “Trump Tariff Surcharge” in your cart. We’re sorry, really. But a 54% tariff on goods made in China is hitting us hard. So we’ve made the tough call to adjust prices," the Instagram caption reads. Dame also added artwork of the president's signature hairstyle to its shopping cart.

View this post on Instagram Framework laptops

Framework may not be as big of a name as Sony or Asus, but tech enthusiasts should know it as the maker of uniquely easy-to-repair laptops. They're designed to be taken apart, even by the hands of a casual user, with intuitive repair/replacement instructions baked into the machines themselves.

On Wednesday, Framework announced a flat 10 percent increase on laptop prices... and then Trump instituted a 90-day pause on all non-China tariffs. Since Framework manufactures its devices in Taiwan, prices were then reduced back to their normal states. However, Framework indicated in a company blog post that some components like bezels and expansion cards are made in China, so there will be price increases on those.

GPUs

Rather than going company-by-company, it's easiest to just say that graphics cards for PCs could see blanket price increases across the board, according to our friends at PCMag.

Since they're largely made in China, the 145 percent tariff on that country could hit the GPU import market very hard. One online retailer, Newegg, hiked prices on certain Nvidia GPUs by as much as $400 because of the Trump tariffs. While this will be an inconvenience (to put it lightly) for anyone building a custom PC, these kinds of GPUs are also necessary for the development of generative AI on an enterprise level. This will affect both consumers and businesses, in other words.

Anker products

Anker, a Chinese company that makes a lot of different electronics, including phone cases, charging cables, and portable chargers, has instituted a tariff price hike on many of its products on Amazon. So far, 127 different Anker products have been affected, with average price increases of 18 percent.

Since Anker's portable power banks are generally of pretty high quality and (until now) fairly affordable, this one hurts. Now might be the time to get a smartphone with a longer-lasting battery...if you can, at least, until tariffs affect those, too.

Sony TVs

This is a bit of an odd one in that the company hasn't confirmed that tariffs are responsible for the price increase, but it sure seems that way.

To be more specific, The Verge found that some of Sony's new Bravia OLED TV models have had around $500 tacked onto their U.S. prices, compared to a currency conversion of the Canadian prices. To be clear, even before tariff increases, these TVs weren't cheap. The 65-inch Bravia 8 II TV costs $3,999 in the United States; at Canadian outlets, the price converts to about $3,500 in U.S. dollars. It's hard to imagine Sony plopping $500 onto the price of a TV in the U.S. for any reason other than increased import costs.

Foreo

Foreo is a Swedish beauty company that makes a popular line of facial massagers and brushes. We've seen multiple reports that Foreo plans to increase its prices by 20 to 30 percent beginning April 22. At this time, we haven't been able to independently confirm this increase, and we've reached out to Foreo for comment. We'll update this story if we learn anything new.

Jolie

Jolie, the maker of a filtered showerhead, is one of the first companies to confirm the addition of a line item for tariffs during the customer checkout process. First reported by The Information, the DTC brand will soon add a "Trump liberation tariff" surcharge to its bills.

In a statement posted to LinkedIn, Jolie Skin Co. CEO Ryan Babenzien said, "We think transparency is the way to go here and I am giving Trump full credit for his decision to add this Tariff to all US consumers."

We'll be updating this post as new tariff price changes are confirmed.

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 preorders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

UPDATE: Apr. 11, 2025, 5:06 p.m. EDT This post has been updated with information about the sexual wellness company Dame.

OpenAI's GPT-4 model will soon be "fully replaced" by its natively multimodal GPT-4o model.

According to ChatGPT's release notes (via TechCrunch), "GPT-4 will be retired from ChatGPT" on April 30. The model, which was released over two years ago, will still be available in the API, but recent updates to GPT-4o have rendered GPT-4 somewhat obsolete.

"Recent upgrades have further improved GPT‑4o’s instruction following, problem-solving, and conversational flow, making it a natural successor to GPT‑4," the note read.

SEE ALSO: ChatGPT now remembers even more about your past conversations

For those who have been following OpenAI and the AI industry, it puts the breakneck speed of the industry into sharp relief, while simultaneously pointing out that GPT-5 has yet to emerge. GPT-4, released in March 2023, was a notable step up from GPT-3.5, the previous model, which ushered in the ChatGPT explosive introduction to the world. Since then, OpenAI has released the multimodal GPT-4o and iterations of its "o-series" models, which have "chain-of-thought" reasoning capabilities.

This announcement isn't entirely unexpected. In March, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared on X that the company was "simplifying" its offerings and would make GPT-4.5 its last "non-chain-of-thought model." After that, the company would focus on combining its o-series and GPT models into a product that's trained to adapt to users' needs. Making GPT-4o the default model is a step towards that effort to streamline its products.

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Currently, OpenAI plans to release o3 and o4-mini as standalone models and has pushed back the GPT-5 release, which Altman says will ship "in a few months." That all could change though, since GPT-5 has been delayed several times now.

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However, according to the release note, GPT-4 has officially served its purpose as a "pivotal moment in ChatGPT’s evolution." Its services are no longer required. RIP.

Sacramento stars Michael Angarano and Michael Angarano dissect their throwback wrestling scene from the film.

Sacramento is now in theaters.

Waymo, the autonomous driving tech company behind the human-less ride shares taking over America's major cities, is celebrating Autism Acceptance Month with everyone's favorite wholesome show: Netflix's Love On The Spectrum.

In the latest episode of Driven — Waymo's celebrity video series hosted by TV personality Andrew Freund — the company shines a spotlight on beau-of-the-moment Connor Tomlinson, star of the show's recent hit season, as he hitches a ride in a Waymo. "It is mind blowing to be in a car that is fully autonomous," Tomlinson tells Freund. "This reminds me of that scene in Jurassic Park."

SEE ALSO: Robot, take the wheel: What you need to know about autonomous vehicles rolling out across the U.S.

For the second episode of the video series' second season, Waymo brought in national nonprofit the Autism Society. According to the organization, autonomous vehicles can be a tool for greater independence among individuals in the Autism community, providing "consistent, safe, and predictable" modes of transit in a frequently hostile transportation space. Only a third of eligible adolescents with autism have a driver's license, according to recent studies.

"Transportation is a critical barrier to independence and well-being for many in the Autism community, limiting access to employment, healthcare, support services, and social connection,” said Kristyn Roth, Chief Marketing Officer at the Autism Society of America. “Many autistic individuals rely on caregivers or public transit — systems that can be overwhelming, complex, or unreliable. These challenges can significantly restrict a person’s autonomy and self-determination."

Tesla is no longer taking orders for its Model S and Model X electric vehicles in China, Reuters reports.

However, Elon Musk's EV company is still selling other Tesla models in China. So, why remove those specific vehicles from Tesla's website in China?

While Tesla has not provided an official reason, both the Model S and Model X are made in the United States.

Amid President Donald Trump's trade war with China, it appears Trump's "special government employee" Elon Musk has been caught in the crossfire. On Friday morning, China announced it would raise its tariff on U.S. goods to 125 percent in retaliation for the 145 levy Trump has placed on goods from China. The tariff on U.S. goods will go into effect on Saturday, April 12, Bloomberg reports.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 tariff impacts: What we know so far

Last year, China imported 1,553 Model X cars and 311 Model S cars, according to a China Auto Dealers Association analyst. As Reuters reports, these two models account for less than 0.5 percent of the more than 657,000 Tesla deliveries in 2024. Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y vehicles are made in China and are sold both within the country and exported to European markets, among others. While the Model S and Model X are less popular in China, this development only adds to Tesla's many problems.

Musk's EV car company is currently experiencing sales problems around the world. A March report found that Tesla sales were down in Germany by a whopping 76 percent. Tesla sales in Australia have dropped by nearly 72 percent. Meanwhile, the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association found that Tesla vehicle registrations across the EU dropped by 45 percent last year overall.

Some of Tesla's current customers are rejecting Musk's company as well. Tesla owners looking to give up their vehicles have pushed Tesla trade-ins to record highs. In fact, Tesla trade-ins are becoming so prominent that the company is reportedly turning away customers looking to trade-in their Cybertrucks. 

At the same time, used Tesla prices have fallen significantly as Tesla owners look to get rid of their ties to Musk through Tesla.

When it comes to the EV market in China, specifically, Tesla is also facing its strongest competition yet in the Chinese carmaker BYD, which is now selling more hybrid and EV vehicles than Tesla.

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 preorders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

About a dozen years after the first game, and three years after it was announced, Monaco 2 has finally arrived.

The new co-op heist game from developer Pocketwatch Games and publisher Humble Bundle launched on Thursday, April 10 on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles for $24.99. Set in a colorful, isometric world with a cartoony art style, Monaco 2 follows in the silent footsteps of its predecessor with a unique heist-based mission design that can be enjoyed solo, in split-screen, or online co-op with friends.

Work together to execute a successful heist. Credit: Humble Bundle

There are several playable characters, each with their own abilities and roles. And as is often the case with heists, things will certainly go wrong. Players have to adapt to survive and escape with a big haul. The original Monaco was very well received when it launched in 2013, and early reviews of Monaco 2 on Metacritic indicate a similar reception for the sequel.

Up next from Humble is Lost Skies, courtesy of Bossa Games. Lost Skies is a third-person survival adventure game with solo and co-op play set in a very pretty-looking world full of floating islands and airships. If you like chopping down trees and swinging around on grappling hooks, Lost Skies looks to have a lot of that going for it. It launches on Steam in Early Access on April 18.

Disclaimer: Humble Games is owned by Ziff Davis, the publisher of Mashable.com.

After several cybersecurity-related delays, Microsoft is finally releasing its controversial Recall feature for Copilot Plus PCs.

Starting Thursday, April 10, Microsoft began gradually rolling out a preview of Recall, which records a user's activity by taking continuous screenshots of their computer screen (via The Verge). Those screenshots then become searchable, letting users recall past activity.

When we first learned about Recall, Mashable's former Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon likened it to a piece of technology from a Black Mirror episode. Gedeon wrote at the time, "What is Recall? Recall is like hitting CTRL + H or Command Y, but instead of just getting a history of your browser activity, you're getting insight into everything you've ever seen on your Surface PC."

SEE ALSO: Microsoft being investigated over new ‘Recall’ AI feature that tracks your every PC move

First announced at Microsoft Build in May 2024, Recall immediately drew concern from the cybersecurity community. Experts called out hacker vulnerabilities made possible by recording a user's every move on their computer, with a former Microsoft cybersecurity analyst calling it a "disaster."

Is this the opposite of incognito mode? Credit: Microsoft

Microsoft subsequently delayed the launch several times to address some of the security issues, like making the feature opt-in instead of automatically enabling Recall for users. In December 2024, a Recall preview was made available to select members of the Windows Insider program, which is when The Verge's hands-on testing described it as "creepy, clever, and compelling."

Now, Recall is seeing a gradual public release for all Copilot Plus PC users, who will get to decide whether this assessment rings true. Early testers also discovered that Recall captures sensitive information like credit card and Social Security numbers even though it's not supposed to.

Recall can't be uninstalled, despite initial reports that it could be. However, it can be disabled, and users must explicitly opt in to the feature. Copilot Plus PC users can also "pause saving screenshots at any time," according to the Windows 11 Build notes.

SAVE 20%: As of April 11, the Shark FlexStyle styling and drying system is available at Amazon for just $239, down from $299.99. That's a 20% discount or $60.99 in savings.

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If you’re tired of spending all your cash on salon visits or overrated (and overpriced) hair styling tools, you’re in luck: Amazon’s got a Dyson Airwrap dupe available for 20% off.

As of April 11, you can snag the Shark FlexStyle for just $239, down from $299.99 at Amazon. That’s a savings of $60.99 and a hell of a lot cheaper than the $599.99 you’ll spend on the Airwrap.

SEE ALSO: Dyson Airwrap vs. Shark FlexStyle: Here's which hot air tool is worth your money

The Shark FlexStyle is a Mashable Choice Award winner and comes with two Auto-Wrap Curlers, an Oval Brush, a Paddle Brush, and a Concentrator. According to our Lead Shopping Reporter, Bethany Allard, it’s the closest thing to the real deal she’s tried.

“Between the FlexStyle and the Airwrap, it's hard for me to imagine a reason why you'd opt for the latter unless you're into big purchases for the sake of big purchases, or if you're especially loyal to Dyson,” writes Allard. “But if neither of those apply to you, then there's a better vacuum company making hair tech to throw a significantly smaller amount of your money behind.”

SAVE $17: As of April 11, get the Amazon Fire TV Stick (Like New) for $17.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $34.99. That's a discount of 49%.

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April is Earth Month, with Earth Day taking place on April 22. If you're looking for small ways to take care of the environment, buying used or refurbished tech items and reducing tech waste is a good place to start. You can do that at Amazon now, as there are tons of great discounted "like new" tech to snatch up as we speak. Whether you need a new TV or a streaming stick, you can feel good about what you're buying and reducing the amount of tech being sent to landfills.

As of April 11, get the Amazon Fire TV Stick (Like New) for $17.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $34.99. That's a discount of $17, or 49%.

SEE ALSO: The Fire TV Cube is $30 off at Amazon for a limited time

This Fire TV Stick is the previous version that's since been replaced with a new model, but it's still very much worth picking up. The "Like New" designation means it's used, but it's been tested by Amazon and rated "fully functional." According to the retailer, that means it's been given a "full diagnostic test" as well as a thorough cleaning and inspection with data wipes when applicable. Also, any potentially defective parts have been identified and replaced.

You can use it to watch live TV channels, news, sports, and more as well as streaming platforms like Prime Video, Disney+, Peacock, and more, with options for music streaming from Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, and more as well. There's plenty to enjoy here, as well as free options like Tubi, Pluto TV, and more.

This model doesn't serve 4K, but it's a powerful streaming device that you just plug in to your TV and go. It's 50% more powerful than the 2nd generation of the Fire TV Stick, according to Amazon, and it supports full HD with Alexa voice commands and physical power and volume buttons.

It's a great way to save some cash and give a used Fire TV Stick a new life, so consider buying used instead of a new version.

Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Jared Hess, Danielle Brooks, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers and Torfi Frans Ólafsson sat down with Mashable to talk A Minecraft Movie and how to "win at life."

A Minecraft Movie opens in theaters nationwide and in IMAX on April 4.

SPEND $80, SAVE $20: As of April 11, spend $80 on P&G essentials at Amazon and get $20 back.

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Working on a spring refresh for your home? If you've already handled the cleaning part, it might be time to do a big restock. All the essential items, like paper towels, laundry detergent, diapers, and other goodies are just waiting for you to replenish them so you have everything you need at home for just about any situation. Thanks to this Amazon deal, you can do all that and save some money to boot.

As of April 11, spend $80 on P&G essentials at Amazon and get $20 back. Simply add $80 of eligible items, found at the deal promo page, to your cart. You can watch as the meter at the top of the page fills up as you reach your $80 total. Then check out as usual. You'll get an email when your order has shipped, and your credit will apply to your Amazon account. This is not an instant credit off of your total like similar deals, so keep that in mind.

You can get just about anything P&G sells during this promotion, including Bounty paper towels, Pampers diapers, Charmin toilet paper, Tide pods, Swiffer dusters, Gillette razors, Olay skincare, and much more. Many of the items on offer come in bulk packages as well, so you can grab essential items for the whole family, up to and including tampons and intimate items.

You only get to apply this deal once per order, but once you've completed a single checkout, you can come back to do it again if needed. It's a pretty significant credit, and these days, any little bit helps.

SAVE $60+: April 11 is National Pet Day. Spoil your fur baby and save $60 or more with today's top deals from Chewy, Amazon, and more.

Best National Pet Day deals Best pet toy deal Chuckit! Ultra Rubber Ball Tough Dog Toy (Medium, 2-pack) $8.95 (save $6.04) Get Deal Best pet bed deal Serta Ortho Cuddler (large) $67.49 (save $7.50) Get Deal Best pet tech deal Tractive Dog GPS Tracker $19.99 (save $30) Get Deal

As a proud dog mom of two beagles, I'm always looking for a good deal on the essentials (e.g., puppy pads, dog food, and treats). I honestly can't go into any store without picking up at least two toys for the pups.

So, you can bet that National Pet Day is a holiday circled on my calendar. It's the perfect excuse to spoil your fur baby with toys, treats, and maybe a new orthopedic dog bed without breaking the bank. (My pups have the Serta Ortho Cuddler, and they love it.)

SEE ALSO: Attention pet owners: The Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum is over $80 off at Amazon

To help you celebrate, I rounded up some of the best National Pet Day deals from Chewy, Amazon, and more retailers on April 11.

Best toy deal Opens in a new window Credit: ChuckIt! Chuckit! Ultra Rubber Ball Tough Dog Toy (Medium, 2-pack) $8.95 at Chewy
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My dogs go wild for these Chuckit! Ultra Rubber Balls. They're super bouncy and impressively tough. And right now, you can get the Chuckit! Ultra Rubber Ball Tough Dog Toy (Medium, 2-pack) for just $8.95, down from $14.99, at Chewy.

If fetch is big in your household, you can get a launcher to make throwing even easier (it's $17.04 for two balls and a medium launcher).

Bonus deal: Chewy is offering new customers a $20 eGift card and free shipping when they spend $49 or more with the code WELCOME. Or, spend $30 and get a $10 eGift card with code TOYBOX.

More pet toy deals

• Multipet Loofa Dog The Original Squeaky Plush Dog Toy (Medium) — $4.99 $6.89 (save $1.90)

• KONG AirDog (Large) — $5.39 $15.99 (save $10.60)

• Lamb Chop Squeaky (Regular) — $6.99 $12.59 (save $5.60)

• Ethical Pet Skinneeez Extreme Unstuffed Cow Squeaky — $8.82 $12.49 (save $3.67)

• Catstages Kitty Cube Cat Treat Puzzle Toy — $9.79 $11.99 (save $2.20)

• SunGrow Boredom & Separation Anxiety Relief Stimulation Treat Dispensing Toy — $9.99 $10.99 (save $1)

• MidWest Catty Scratch Cat Scratcher with Catnip (Large) — $11.97 $19.99 (save $8.02)

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Pet beds can be expensive and hard to upkeep if your dogs are inherently destructive (my beagles have eaten countless beds, pillows, and blankets over the years). But sometimes, you can find discounts that make giving your pets the cozy spot they deserve easier.

The Serta Ortho Cuddler (Large) is currently on sale for $67.49, down from $74.99, at Kohl’s. I can say from experience that this one is well worth the cost.

It’s made with a removable orthopedic foam base and has supportive bolsters for your pet to snuggle up against. To wash it, all you have to do is take out the base and toss the cover in the washing machine. (I’ve washed mine numerous times, and it’s held up surprisingly well.)

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I’m constantly worried about my beagles escaping, either by digging under the fence or somehow opening the door. That’s why I bought my puppy a bumper and have AirTags attached to both of their harnesses.

But today, I found something that looks a little more reliable than my makeshift system: The Tractive Dog GPS Tracker is currently on sale at Chewy for just $19.99, down from $49.99. That’s a great deal and a small price to pay for some peace of mind.

This tracker attaches to any collar and has an accompanying app to create a “virtual fence” around your home. You’ll get an immediate notification on your phone whenever your pup goes outside of that zone.

The app will also track your pet’s activity levels (including how many calories they burn) and location history. There’s no limit to the range, and the tracker is waterproof. But it does look like you’ll have to pay a monthly fee for a subscription plan to use it.

More pet tech deals

• iProven Dog & Cat Thermometer — $9.97 $14.97 (save $5)

• Automatic Pet Water Fountain — $29.99 $34.99 (save $5)

• PETLIBRO Cordless Pet Water Fountain — $59.49 $99.98 (save $40.49)

• Furbo 360-degree Pet Security Camera — $64 $99 (save $35)

• PETLIBRO Automatic Pet Feeder with Camera — $105.99 $159.99 (save $54)

GET $200 AND A FREE HEADSET: As of April 11, Samsung is offering a $200 credit and a free JBL headset to those who preorder their latest 3D gaming monitor — get the Samsung Odyssey 27-inch 3D 4K Gaming Monitor for $1,999.99.

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Building a gaming PC is a rewarding experience, but it also takes a lot of time and money to get just right. Unlike a console, you'll need to buy a bunch of different accessories and peripherals to actually complete your rig, including a keyboard, mouse, a desk to house it all, and more. Perhaps one of the most important pieces of the puzzle, though, is a good monitor.

If you're looking to add a new one to your PC setup, Samsung is offering a great deal on its latest 3D gaming monitor. Preorder one, and get a $200 credit to the Samsung store, as well as a JBL Quantum One headset (a $299.95 value). The Samsung Odyssey 27-inch 3D 4K Gaming Monitor officially releases on April 28.

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Immersion is the name of the game with this monitor. The 4K display uses eye-tracking technology to produce 3D images without the need for any glasses, allowing you to stay in the game without anything weighing you down. It's also spatial-audio-enabled thanks to its built-in dual speakers, has a 165Hz refresh rate, and features edge lighting that mirrors whatever is on the screen. Preorder the monitor ahead of the April 28 release date to redeem the $200 credit and free headset.

Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of April 11: OUR TOP PICK Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (64GB, WiFi) $155.19 (save $64.80) Get Deal BEST SPEAKER DEAL Amazon Echo Spot + free WiZ Smart Bulb $64.99 (save $15) Get Deal BEST EARBUDS DEAL Bose QuietComfort Earbuds $149 (save $30) Get Deal BEST BUDGET TABLET DEAL Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus with wireless charging dock $89.98 (save $80) Get Deal

While some tech prices are rising due to tariffs, we've got our eyes on the products that are dropping in cost. Fortunately, there are still deals hanging around on Amazon — and we suggest grabbing them while you can if you're in the market for upgrades.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on April 11. If none of these are catching your eye, be sure to check out our selections from April 9 and April 10. Many of those deals are still live, including 50% off the Blink Video Doorbell and the lowest price to date on the Fitbit Google Ace LTE.

Our top pick: Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ (64GB, WiFi) $155.19 at Amazon
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While we just featured the Galaxy Tab A9+ a couple of days ago, we were pleasantly surprised to see that the budget tablet dropped another $2 on April 11. That makes it just $155.19 instead of $219.99, saving you just shy of 30%. Reliable and sturdy, the Galaxy A9+ can handle your everyday tasks proficiently. It packs an 11-inch display, expandable storage up to 1TB, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor, and quad speakers powered by Dolby Atmos. Our friends at PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) dubbed it the "best low-cost Android tablet you can buy" last year.

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Shy of a year old, the Echo Spot serves as a sleek, smart alarm clock to help you wake up and wind down each day. Thankfully, it doesn't have an integrated camera, as that would be hella creepy. It does, however, show you the time, weather, song titles, and more at a glance and lets you control your smart devices with your voice — including the WiZ smart bulb you can snag for free with this deal. As of April 11, the $79.99 price tag has been slashed to just $64.99 at Amazon.

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"They may not be perfect, but if the Bose QuietComfort earbuds fit your ears, you'll be hard-pressed to find earbuds with better sound quality and battery life than these," Mashable's reviewer Bethany Allard writes in her review. The QuietComfort buds offer 8.5 hours of listening, customizable EQ settings, customizable tap controls, and Bose-quality sound. Plus, they're on sale for just $149 instead of the usual $179. That's 17% in savings.

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort earbuds.

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If money's tight, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus is a basic tablet that will still get the job done. It'll last you up to 13 hours per charge, features a strengthened aluminosilicate glass display and hexa-core processor that's 30% faster than the previous model, packs 3GB of RAM, and offers USB-C charging. Ultimately, it's a "great introductory tablet for anyone interested in entertainment functions like streaming, social media, and reading on the go," Mashable's reviewer writes. As of April 11, you can get it bundled with a wireless charging dock for only $89.98. That's 47% in savings.

Read our full review of the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus.

None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.

AVAILABLE NOW: Get the Google Pixel 9a smartphone for $499 at the Google Store.

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It's been just over six months since Google launched the new Pixel 9 generation of Android smartphones. On February 25, Google announced the Pixel 9a. Now, the wait is finally over. You can snag one of the newest Pixel devices for yourself by way of the Google Store.

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The Pixel 9a fits in as the most affordable of the Pixel 9 devices, which sets it up as an entry-level phone below the base Pixel 9 model.

The Pixel 9a retails at $499, which makes it $300 less than the Pixel 9, the previous lowest cost current generation Pixel device.

Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable Pixel 9a specs: Everything you need to know

Don't let the price difference between the Pixel 9a and the Pixel 9 fool you. Google has packed the Pixel 9a with plenty of power.

In fact, the Pixel 9a is powered by the same Google Tensor G4 processor that you'll find inside the Pixel 9. This is the same processor that was created specifically for Google's intensive AI capabilities, so you'll find all of the Pixel 9's AI features in the Pixel 9a, including Magic Edit and Gemini AI Assistant.

The Pixel 9a has a 6.3-inch scratch-resistant Actua display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 cover glass.

When it comes to memory, the Pixel 9a has 8GB of RAM and provides two different storage options, 128 GB or 256 GB.

Storage size isn't the only option you'll have to choose from when buying a Pixel 9a. The Pixel 9a comes in 4 different colors: Iris, Peony, Porcelain, and Obsidian.

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With over 30 hours of battery life and 7 years of guaranteed Pixel updates, the Pixel 9a is built to last.

When it comes to the rear cameras, the Pixel 9a has a 48 MP main camera and 13 MP ultrawide camera. But, there's even more that sets Pixel 9a's cameras apart from the rest.

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One of the most interesting features of the Google Pixel 9a isn't what it has, but what it doesn't.

The Pixel 9a has a flat back design, meaning no camera bump.

The Pixel 9a is the only Pixel phone to sport a flat back profile. In fact, the Pixel 9a doesn't have the now-classic Pixel camera bar either. Instead, the back of the device is flat with the cameras found within a rounded water droplet-like design on the upper left hand side of the Pixel 9a.

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Without the camera bump, the Pixel 9a is unique not only among other Pixel phones but other smartphones as well.

Anker — the popular electronics company known for its headphones, speakers, power banks and more — has begun raising prices on its Amazon product listings amid new US tariffs. So far, over 120 of Anker's product listings have been affected. The Chinese company is one of the largest sellers on Amazon's platform.

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Since President Trump announced massive tariffs on Chinese imports (which currently stand at 145%), those affected Anker products have seen an average price increase of 18%. This isn't the first company we've seen react strongly to the new tariffs, and it's possible it won't be the last. Just last week, gaming company Nintendo delayed preorders of the highly anticipated Switch 2 to assess the effect the tariffs would have on the new handheld console.

This story is still developing and could change in either direction, but you can expect pricing on all imported products to be volatile during this time.