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Snag the D6 Pro Plus massage gun for $60 less at Amazon

Mashable - 49 min 43 sec ago

SAVE 22%: As of May 23, you can get the Bob and Brad D6 Pro Plus massage gun for just $209.99, down from $269.99, at Amazon. That's a 22% discount and a $60 savings.

BOB AND BRAD D6 Pro Plus Massage Gun with Heat, Deep Tissue Percussion with 16mm Amplitude, Professional Muscle Massager Gun for Athletes, Quiet Electric Handheld Massager, FSA and HSA Eligible $209.99 at Amazon
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If you’re looking for a massage gun that can rival the Theragun but doesn’t cost nearly as much, we found a dupe on sale at Amazon.

As of May 23, you can get the Bob and Brad D6 Pro Plus massage gun for just $209.99, down from $269.99, at Amazon. That's a 22% discount and a $60 savings.

The Bob and Brad D6 Pro Plus massage gun with heat is a deep tissue percussion massager designed to ease post-workout soreness and stiffness. The heat and percussion combo on this tool can help increase circulation, relieve muscle fatigue, release built-up tension, and target aches and pains. You can also use it after sitting at a desk all day to relieve neck stiffness, shoulder pain, and lower backaches.

SEE ALSO: Many Amazon Memorial Day Sale prices are still live and packed with deals on tech, summer prep, home goods, and more

It has six adjustable speeds from 1500 to 2500 RPMs and seven interchangeable massage heads. You’ll also get a carrying case and fast charging adapter (it’s built with a 2500mAh automotive-grade battery). According to the manufacturer, it charges 50% faster than other massage guns on the market.

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Slash $500 off the LG 77-inch C4 OLED TV during Best Buys Memorial Day sale

Mashable - 55 min ago

SAVE $500: The 2024 LG 77-inch C4 OLED 4K TV is on sale at Best Buy for $1,999.99 during its Memorial Day sale. That's 20% off its list price of $2,499.99.

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Sure, Memorial Day is known for its mattress and home deals, but don't sleep on the TV deals. If you're in the market for an upgrade to your beloved big screen, some of the best OLED models are on sale for the holiday weekend.

For instance, Best Buy's Memorial Day Sale has the internet-favorite LG 77-inch C4 OLED 4K TV on sale for $1,999.99. That's 20% or $500 off its list price of $2,499.99.

It's no surprise we're seeing this big of a price drop on the C4 model, as the newer C5 version was just released in March. That's why Spring is one of the best times to splurge on a TV — the old ones go on sale to make room for the new ones. While the C5 is no doubt an excellent OLED TV, CNET's TV expert Ty Pendlebury says the C4 is still the better value. The two models are very similar, but going with the older model from 2024 will save you over a grand.

The C4 earns high honors in the image quality department. Pendlebury writes, "Its perfect black levels, unbeatable contrast, and superb off-angle viewing kept it a notch above the mini-LED models in my comparison tests, and while its overall brightness isn't quite as impressive, it's still an incredible performer in all kinds of room lighting."

Its Filmmaker Mode makes watching movies a true cinematic experience by tweaking the settings to the director's intended aspect ratio. No need to try to figure out the right brightness and frame rates on your own. On top of the screen specs, the C4 also packs a 144Hz refresh rate, making it a great option for watching sports and gaming. It's a great all rounder and now's your chance to grab it for a steep discount.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

Slash $800 off a 65-inch Sony Bravia 8 4K OLED TV at Best Buy

Mashable - 56 min 5 sec ago

SAVE $800: As of May 23, get the 65-inch Sony Bravia 8 4K OLED TV for $1,499.99, down from its usual price of $2,299.99, at Best Buy. That's a discount of 38%.

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Want to upgrade to a great-looking OLED screen? Maybe you want something a little brighter and more crisp to enjoy your favorite shows, movies, and games on? Here's the good news: You don't have to pay a premium for the kind of quality you're seeking. All you need to do is head to Best Buy.

As of May 23, get the 65-inch Sony Bravia 8 4K OLED TV for $1,499.99, down from its usual price of $2,299.99, at Best Buy. That's $800 off and a discount of 38%.

SEE ALSO: Shop massive Memorial Day TV deals from TCL, Samsung, Sony, LG, and more

This OLED TV boasts over 8 million self-lit pixels, so it can help illuminate the smaller details other units might be missing. It uses XR Triluminos Pro tech to automatically enhance bright and dark scenes, with Sony's XR processor giving a big contrast boost while you watch to give you a more realistic picture.

It also uses Sony's Acoustic Surface Audio+ feature to use your display as a speaker that gives you better sound than normal TVs. It's compatible with Bravia Theater soundbars as well if you want to create a total sound-centric package.

It's perfect for gaming with a 120Hz refresh rate, VRR, and low-latency, so you can get into some of the biggest titles of the year without having to worry about losing your edge. It's also got a customizable Game Mode you can use to retain special settings for all the games you play. So if you're ready to upgrade your TV situation significantly, now's a good time to lock in.

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Trump Escalates Tariff Threats, Targeting Europe and Apple

NYT Technology - 1 hour 47 min ago
The president threatened both Apple and the European Union with higher tariffs on social media Friday morning, saying that trade talks with the Europeans had stalled.

Say More: R.L. Stine on Fear Street: Prom Queen and Matt Wolf on Pee-wee as Himself

Mashable - 3 hours 14 min ago

Today marks the launch of Mashable Say More, a video podcast where Mashable staffers interview your favorite actors, writers, directors, and more for long-form interviews that allow us to dig into their careers, latest projects, and internet obsessions.

Hosted by Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko and Senior Creative Producer Mark Stetson, this weekly video series kicks off with interviews with Fear Street and Goosebumps author R.L. Stine to talk about Netflix's new slasher, Fear Street: Prom Queen, and director Matt Wolf, to dig into his critically heralded documentary Pee-wee as Himself.

SEE ALSO: Murder, mayhem, and a crown: ‘Fear Street’ makes prom a killer affair

A spinoff of Leigh Janiak's 2021 Fear Street trilogy, Fear Street: Prom Queen is co-written and directed by Matt Palmer. A more direct adaptation of Stine's adored YA horror novels, this movie is set in 1988 Shadyside, where a cloaked killer is knocking off would-be prom queens ahead of prom. Who will take the crown, and who will get the axe? You'll have to tune in to find out.

In his interview, Stine was more interested in talking about his writing process, his funny fandom, and what drives him. Plus, his pitch-perfect comedic timing got the Mashable crew into a giggle fit.

Speaking of giggle fits, Pee-wee as Himself is a two-part doc that explores the man behind the '80s icon, the late Paul Reubens. The American performer died before the film was wrapped, yet Wolf persevered to create a complex and empathetic portrait of Reubens that invites audiences not only to understand him, but perhaps to better understand ourselves.

SEE ALSO: 'Pee-wee as Himself' review: Paul Reubens' documentary is a must-see for 'Playhouse' fans

Wolf and Puchko got personal talking Pee-wee, relating on how Reubens' discussion of his own queerness shaped Pee-wee's Playhouse. Plus, Wolf offers his recommendations to dive down a Pee-wee Herman rabbit hole.

Mashable Say More will have new episodes every Friday, viewable on Mashable and Youtube. You can subscribe to our podcast feed anywhere you download podcasts.

The Man Who ‘A.G.I.-Pilled’ Google

NYT Technology - 4 hours 14 min ago
Demis Hassabis, the chief executive of Google DeepMind, says that “we’re quite close” to human-level artificial intelligence. After that, all bets are off.

Aaron Pauls Hot Ones is a spicy good time

Mashable - 4 hours 21 min ago

Bryan Cranston is such a Hot Ones machine that he's done the show more than once, but his Breaking Bad co-star and friend Aaron Paul is almost as impressively calm.

In the clip above he joins host Sean Evans to eat increasingly spicy wings while answering questions on everything from his most challenging Breaking Bad scene to the pranks Cranston would pull on him while on set.

Extra points for committing so hard to Da Bomb, and bringing his own caviar accompaniment.

The Breville Barista Pro coffee machine is at its lowest-ever price at Amazon

Mashable - 4 hours 33 min ago

SAVE $250: As of May 23, the Breville Barista Pro is on sale for $599.99 at Amazon. That's a 29% saving on the list price, and the lowest it has ever been priced.

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Barista-quality coffee from the comfort of your home is every coffee lover's dream. Perfectly pulled espressos, a beautifully frothed latte, and so much more. It sounds too good to be true, but it's not. Make this dream a reality with the latest Amazon deal on the Breville Barista Pro, currently at its lowest-ever price.

As of May 23, this impressive machine is reduced by $250 to $599.99 at Amazon. If you love good coffee, you'll love this machine.

SEE ALSO: Save over $100 on Sony XM4 headphones ahead of Memorial Day

This coffee machine is exactly what you need in the mornings, boasting a bean-to-espresso time of only one minute. The built-in grinder allows you to use a variety of beans, and the grind settings let you pick between a fine or coarse bean. Other standout features include an integrated conical burr grinder and a ThermoJet heating system that reaches the perfect extraction temperature in just three seconds.

And if you're a latte or cappuccino person, the built-in steam wand lets you create perfectly velvety foam for any drink.

This machine comes with single and dual wall (one and two cup) filter baskets, a 16 fl oz stainless steel milk jug, the razor precision dose trimming tool, and a cleaning kit.

Head to Amazon to grab this great deal before it runs out.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

Save over $100 on Sony XM4 headphones ahead of Memorial Day

Mashable - 4 hours 38 min ago

SAVE $120: As of May 23, Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones are on sale for $228 at Amazon. That's a 34% savings on the list price.

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If you're looking for a seriously high-quality pair of headphones, you won't want to miss this great deal on Sony XM4s. Premium noise cancellation, stellar sound quality, and Alexa voice control, these are next level.

And of May 23, you can get them for less. At Amazon, they are currently on sale for $228, saving you $120 on list price.

SEE ALSO: The best Memorial Day headphones deals already live: Shop Bose, Apple, Sony, and more

These headphones are packed with features that make them worth every cent, and more. Noise canceling is handled by dual sensors, so they’re great for cutting out all kinds of background noise. Battery life is also solid and promises to give you up to 30 hours. And when this runs out, simply charge for 10 minutes and get an extra five hours of listening.

The headphones have touch controls for playback, volume, calls, and your voice assistant, plus a speak-to-chat feature that lowers the volume automatically when you start talking. There are also five built-in mics and smart voice pickup tech to make sure your calls and voicenotes are crystal clear.

This deal is only available for a limited time, so don't miss out.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

Looking for a monster of a portable power station? This beast from Anker is $170 off.

Mashable - 4 hours 43 min ago

SAVE $170: As of May 23, the Anker 535 Portable Power Station is on sale for $329 at Amazon. That's a 34% saving on the list price.

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$499.99 Save $170.99 Get Deal

Having a portable power station on hand is always a good idea. Whether you're a regular camper, do life on the road, or just want to be prepared for a power cut, having one of these tucked away in a cupboard is smart.

If you've not yet picked up your own station, or simply want to upgrade, check out this great Amazon deal on the Anker 535 Portable Power Station. As of May 23, this model is now reduced to $329, saving you $170 on list price.

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And this one is quite literally a powerhouse of a unit, and it's really built to last. Its LiFePO4 battery tech means you get 3,000 charge cycles, which is about six times longer than typical lithium-ion setups. It’s made with a durable unibody design, so it can handle bumps and tough environments without a problem, perfect if you want to take it hiking to a perfect camping spot.

Charging is simple and fast too, you only need 2.5 hours to get it to 80%. And when it's charged, you'll have nine ports to choose from: four AC, three USB-A, one USB-C, and a car outlet, enough to power everything from a heater and TV to a portable fridge.

For this price, you can't go wrong. Head to Amazon to grab this deal now.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

Your eyes deserve a treat. Get this luxurious eye massager for $50 off at Amazon.

Mashable - 4 hours 49 min ago

SAVE $50: As of May 23, the RENPHO Eye Massager is on sale for $79.99 at Amazon. That's a 38% saving on the list price.

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If you're in need of a self-care night, we've found the perfect product to put a spring in your step and some brightness in your eyes. Meet the RENPHO Eye Massager. With both cooling and warming relaxation modes, this eye massager is the perfect addition to your self-care routine. And as of May 23, it's on sale at Amazon for $79.99.

This eye massager is a solid option if you're dealing with eye strain or migraines, especially if you spend all day looking at screens. There are customizable massage settings: three compression modes, three pressure levels, and vibration, all targeting the eyes and temples. There's even a memory function, so you can save your favorite settings for future use.

SEE ALSO: This futuristic neck fan will get you through the summer heat — save $10

Our favorite feature is the voice control. You can sit back and relax, and hands-free control the 18 commands. It also comes with both heat (three levels between 104-113°F) and a cooling option using a gel mask you can freeze and attach.

And don't worry about the fit. It is adjustable to suit most head sizes and it charges fast, just 1.5 hours for a full charge. There’s built-in white noise too, so you're really in for a relaxing treat.

This deal is available on Amazon now. What are you waiting for?

This futuristic neck fan will get you through the summer heat — save $10

Mashable - 4 hours 55 min ago

SAVE $10: As of May 23, the TORRAS COOLiTE Neck Fan is on sale for $69.99 at Amazon. That's an 11% saving on the list price.

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Summer is almost here and if you're someone who struggles with hot weather, that means sticky heat, uncomfortable temperatures, and hiding in the shade. Yep, it's the season for sleeping with the fan on all night, but what about the waking hours?

Meet the TORRAS COOLiTE Neck Fan. It does what it says on the tin: it's a fan you can wear around your neck to keep you cool and comfortable. And as of May 23, it's on sale at Amazon for $69.99. You can choose between black, light blue, or ivory.

SEE ALSO: The best Memorial Day deals for under $100

This next fan is built with a unique four-turbo wind fan design and airflow compression tech to deliver a strong airflow. With six hill-type air ducts blowing air both up and down, it wraps your face, neck, and back in full 360-degree cooling. You’ll feel a temperature drop of up to 15°F in just three seconds, ideal when you need a blast of cool air ASAP.

Battery-wise, it'll last up to 14 hours on Eco Mode or about 2.5 to four hours on full blast. Charging’s easy too, just plug it into any USB Type-C plug.

It’s also super portable, meaning it's easy to slip in your bag and take on the go. It can fold down to half its size, and works well even with long hair thanks to its bladeless design.

Say no to a hot, sticky summer, and head to Amazon for this great deal.

The best Memorial Day deals you can get right now, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

Shaq and Jimmy Fallon play a very silly game with tiny desks and made up words

Mashable - 5 hours 39 min ago

You can tell The Tonight Show writers liked the idea of Shaquille O'Neal sitting at a very small school desk, and the entire game above got born out of that.

In the clip, Shaq and host Jimmy Fallon play "Trick or Seat", taking turns to give a real or fake definition of a word that their opponent then has to guess. If they get it wrong, they move to a smaller school desk. If they get it right, their opponent moves.

It's the perfect, very silly, mildly entertaining Friday watch.

NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for May 23, 2025

Mashable - 6 hours 1 min ago

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, May 23, 2025:

AcrossChooses to receive marketing emails, with "in"

  • The answer is Opts.

Buck ___, first Black coach in Major League Baseball (1962)

  • The answer is O'Neil (no apostrophe).

Like your epidermis?

  • The answer is Skinny.

Like the element Fe?

  • The answer is Irony.

Quite a lot of

  • The answer is Many.

DownBulb in the kitchen

  • The answer is Onion.

Like an ink-filled writing tool?

  • The answer is Penny.

Microscopic

  • The answer is Tiny.

Acting deviously

  • The answer is Sly.

Green gumbo ingredient

  • The answer is Okra.

___ card (smartphone chip)

  • The answer is SIM.

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

Featured Video For You The Wordle Strategy used by the New York Times' Head of Games

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

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

The JBL Tour One M3 are feature-rich ANC headphones with a game-changing accessory

Mashable - 6 hours 11 min ago

JBL has put out some of the best portable Bluetooth speakers. Its headphones and wireless earbuds are also revered by critics, though many still place the brand’s offerings a tier or two below industry favorites from Apple, Bose, and Sony. Well, the all-new Tour One M3 just changed this narrative. 

These flagship cans are a noteworthy achievement in wireless audio engineering that come with every feature imaginable. I’m talking everything from adaptive active noise cancellation to intuitive sound settings to lengthy playtimes. They even come with a tiny transmitter that connects the headphones to any audio source and doubles as a remote controller.

Just because the Tour One M3 spoil you with all the functionality you could desire in a pair of wireless headphones doesn’t make them perfect. Flaws are apparent in key areas (e.g., controls, connectivity). Despite that, the Tour One M3 stand out as some of the best noise-cancelling headphones money can buy. Here are my full thoughts.

JBL Tour One M3 wireless headphones specs and setup The design isn't anything special, but these headphones are loaded with features. Credit: Alex Bracetti / Mashable

The spec sheet is stacked:

  • Speaker Driver Unit: 40mm

  • Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 40 kHz

  • True Advanced Active Noise Cancellation

  • Bundled Auracast audio transmitter (JBL Smart Tx)

  • JBL Spatial 360 Sound with headtracking 

  • Personi-Fi 3.0 for audio customization 

  • 40 hours of battery with ANC on / 70 hours with ANC off

  • 5-minute quick charging equals 5 hours of ANC listening

  • Colors: black, blue, and mocha

Pushing the toggle switch down on the right earcup will power the headphones on/off and holding it down for three seconds enables pairing mode. I connected them to my MacBook Pro by selecting the product in the Available Devices list via macOS Bluetooth settings, though the Android platform granted quicker access with one-tap Google Fast Pair.

The JBL Headphones app must be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play to obtain most features. There are so many to play with that it can be overwhelming for first-timers. Those who are accustomed to menu-heavy apps will be excited to explore it. 

SEE ALSO: Review: I compared Sony’s new XM6 headphones to the competition Brand-best sound and noise cancellation

It’s no surprise that the Tour One M3 are JBL’s best-sounding and best noise-cancelling headphones to date. Dynamic components (e.g., 40mm mica dome drivers, built-in DAC), intelligible sound technologies, and real-time ANC optimization complement the listening experience, no matter where you hear your tunes. 

Music sounded punchy and resonant right out of the box. The grumbling bassline on Tame Impala’s “New Person, Same Old Mistakes” produced excellent reverb that decayed smoothly, while the hazy and harmonic vocals had a euphoric presence. I dug the crisp cymbals and gritty drums on Dry Cleaning’s “Viking Hair.” Funky chill tracks like Kendrick Lamar’s “i” were serene and delivered impactful percussion that had me head-bobbing in tune with the cowbell and snare drums.

LDAC provided hi-res audio streaming over Bluetooth. Fidelity was better, and instrumental recordings had more nuance. There are other sound enhancement settings worth checking out. Equalizer hosts six well-engineered presets that cater to different categories and lets you create your own sound profile by manually adjusting frequency levels. 

The app provides customization. Credit: Alex Bracetti / Mashable

The real star of the show is Personi-Fi, a technology designed to create a sound profile based on your listening preferences. My profile performed better than all JBL presets. I enjoyed greater mids and highs that blended well with slapping lows.

JBL significantly improved its Spatial Sound mode. Sound wasn’t hollow, which has been my biggest complaint about the feature. Precise headtracking added an extra layer of realism to live performances and movies. Watching Whitney Houston’s rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Super Bowl XXV raised the hairs on my arms. Action film sequences were immersive; try watching several of the melee fights in John Wick 4 without ducking once or twice.

Other sound modes are available, but they do little to boost audio output. My ears didn’t pick up on any changes when toggling Low Volume Dynamic EQ or switching from Audio to Video mode. 

Standard ANC mode is sufficient for eliminating close to 90 percent of unwanted sounds. Adaptive ANC maximizes JBL’s eight-mic array and algorithms to tweak noise neutralization on the fill. I preferred Adaptive mode for outdoor listening since it muzzled nearly all low — and mid-frequency sounds. Only a few high-frequency sounds (e.g., crying babies, sirens) entered the soundscape, though none were disruptive. Wind resistance was solid.

JBL’s transparency modes are more rewarding. Ambient Aware does a fantastic job of increasing environmental awareness. I could hear my wife calling out to me when working on the balcony, along with the water fountains and pedestrian chatter by the pool. TalkThru essentially mutes sound to hear conversations clearly. Smart Talk auto-enables TalkThru when the mics detect your voice. There’s also an amplification setting to balance ambient sound input on each earcup and increase gain for greater perception. 

The most feature-stacked headphones ever created

Here I thought Sony equipped its headphones with endless features. The amount of functionality that JBL programmed into the Tour One M3 is absurd. 

Enter the app, and you’re immediately met with several widgets consisting of all ANC and playback modes, control customization, smart remote settings, and toggles for sleep mode and voice prompts. The Audio section hosts many sound features, including the customizable EQ, LDAC, personalized sound profiles, spatial audio, several call settings, and more. The Other section has a Relax Sound setting to play ambient sound profiles for some peaceful time and an auto-power-off setting to preserve battery life when the headphones are inactive.

Lastly, the app lets you monitor battery life for both the headphones and transmitter.

Accessories maketh the headphones

JBL’s Smart Tx transmitter is one of those devices you didn’t know you needed until you’ve had it at your disposal. It places numerous functions in the palm of your hand, like ANC activation, Auracast transmission, Bluetooth management, EQ settings, playback, VoiceAware, volume, and plenty more. The touchscreen is responsive to touch and swipe gestures, and some of the hidden features (e.g., flashlight, notifications) are practical gems. But it’s not only about the transmitter. 

See your music and settings at a glance on the transmitter. Credit: Alex Bracetti / Mashable

A handful of journalists previously reported that the Tour One M2 sounded better when using the bundled aux cable. I’ve never tested that model, but I can say that the Tour One M3 sound great in wired mode. Clarity and the midrange are heightened. 

There’s a USB-C to USB-C cable for charging the headphones. Let’s not forget the carrying case, which is nicely built with plenty of space on the inside to fold up and store the headphones. The huge mesh pocket on the inside holds all bundled accessories.

Comparing the JBL Tour One M3 to other headphones

I pitted JBL’s latest creation against the big three: Apple AirPods Max (2024), Bose QuietComfort Ultra, and Sony WH-1000XM5. Audio, noise cancellation, and special features are the three main hallmarks I compared.

The Tour One M3 crush the AirPods Max in sound. They also sound better than the QC Ultra, though Bose’s cans have superior spatial audio. The WH-1000XM5’s expansive soundstage and DSEE upscaling keep them in the top spot.

ANC is equally great as the AirPods Max, but less powerful than the QC Ultra and WH-1000XM5. High-frequency noises are more noticeable on the Tour One M3. Ambient listening is where JBL has an advantage over the competition. The three selectable modes — Ambient Aware, Smart Talk, and TalkThru — are effective in their purposes. I rank JBL’s transparency performance above Apple, Bose, and Sony’s based on variety alone. 

Lengthy playtimes that surpass the big dogs These headphones sound great. Credit: Alex Bracetti / Mashable

A full charge generates up to 70 hours of battery life, not factoring in ANC or special features, which decrease playtime to somewhere between 34 and 40 hours. These numbers held up during testing and outperformed Apple’s, Bose’s, and Sony’s flagship headphones. One week of moderate listening (four hours daily) and the Tour One M3 continued to operate with 10 percent left in the tank. I also spent a two-week stretch listening with ANC off and saw the battery level at 35 percent. These headphones boast some of the strongest quick-charging I’ve tested on a pair of noise-cancellers: a five-minute recharge gets you five hours of ANC listening time. It’s also worth noting that you can listen to the headphones while they recharge.

The transmitter holds 18 hours of continuous playtime and takes two hours to recharge.

Spotty connectivity, underwhelming looks, and other shortcomings

There were some hiccups with connectivity. When using the multi-point feature, the headphones paired to two devices simultaneously, but they suffered from occasional stuttering. The wireless range was weaker than expected. Audio would drop out when moving from my balcony to the bathroom (20 feet).

As much as I respect JBL’s craftsmanship, these headphones don’t look as fancy as other luxury models. The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 and Dyson OnTrac come to mind. In fact, less expensive rivals like the $199 Anker Soundcore Space One Pro look more premium. 

Another issue was the control scheme. I like having physical, touch, and voice controls, but the touch controls aren’t as versatile as other headphones. The touch sensor only supports tap gestures. Models like the WH-1000XM5 support slide gestures to manage volume and skip tracks. More disappointing is the limited control customization; only the single-tap gesture can be assigned. The volume rockers on the left earcup, the ANC button on the right cup, and the transmitter remote pick up the operational slack. 

Are the JBL Tour One M3 headphones worth it?

The JBL Tour One M3 are sonically satisfying, and the Smart Tx transmitter is a game-changer that every competitor will want to seriously consider when developing their next-gen headphones. Special features and playtimes also raise the Tour One M3’s stock.

However, the Tour One M3 are more expensive than Bose’s and Sony’s top entries, which sell for $100 to $180 less. The connectivity issues can be frustrating as well.

I will say that if you’re going to spend $400 on headphones, the Tour One M3 should be at the top of your list because they offer the most value. Just keep in mind that with the current economic state and tariff policies in place, pricing may go up, much like it has with other recently announced electronics (read about the Nintendo Switch 2 accessories price hike).

JBL Tour One M3 ANC headphones $399.95 at Amazon
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The Republican Tax Bill Could Sharply Slow E.V. Sales

NYT Technology - 6 hours 13 min ago
The measure, passed by the House, would roll back incentives for people to buy electric vehicles and for automakers to make them in the U.S.

How to watch Mickey 17: See the Bong Joon Ho film at home

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You can now take a trip to the planet Niflheim at home and watch a whole bunch of Robert Pattinsons act as human crash test dummies in Mickey 17. Bong Joon Ho's follow-up to Parasite, which made history as the first international film to win Best Picture at the Oscars, serves as another genre-bending adventure with a cutting political message.

Along for the trip, aside from a bunch of Pattinsons, are Naomi Ackie (Blink Twice), Steven Yeun (Love Me), Mark Ruffalo, and Toni Collette. If you missed it in theaters, you can now watch the darkly comedic cross-genre gem Mickey 17 at home. Here's what you need to know.

What is Mickey 17 about?

Inspired by Edward Ashton’s genre-bending sci-fi novel Mickey7, Mickey 17 follows Mickey Barnes (Pattinson), who works as an "expendable" so scientists can figure out how to colonize the strange new planet Niflheim. Being an "expendable" basically just means he's killed over and over again like a human guinea pig and then reprinted (like 3D printing for clones) when things go astray. When two Mickeys unexpectedly wake up on the same day, the whole system is thrown out of whack, leading the ship's corporate overlords (Collette and Ruffalo) to violent means. Suddenly, it's up to the Mickeys and their allies to survive and stop a class war on their new planet.

Check out the official trailer:

Is Mickey 17 worth watching?

Mickey 17 opened with $19 million, which doesn't seem too bad until you account for the fact that it cost $118 million to make. In other words, it was a box office dud and lost a good chunk of change for Warner Bros. And yet, the film has pretty dang good reviews. It sits at a 77 percent critic rating and 73 percent audience rating at Rotten Tomatoes, and Mashable's own reviewer, Kristy Puchko, spoke highly of it.

"The journey Mickey goes on is winding and wild, bucking the conventional flow of a sci-fi action movie, by being only gently sci-fi and barely action. Instead, Mickey 17 plays as a political comedy with cross-genre flair, ultimately urging the audience to see the similarities, and perhaps find our own inner Mickey 17," she writes.

Moral of the story? Box office numbers don't tell the whole story. Also, you can never have too many Robert Pattinsons.

Read our full review of Mickey 17.

How to watch Mickey 17 at home Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

There are a couple of different ways to watch Mickey 17 at home currently: purchasing via digital video-on-demand, renting via digital video-on-demand, or of course, streaming. While renting is the cheapest option, it's also the most limited.

Buy or rent Mickey 17 on digital

Mickey 17 crashed into theaters on March 7, 2025, then became available to watch at home about a month later via digital video-on-demand platforms like Prime Video. You can now purchase the film for your digital collection or rent it for 30 days. If you choose the rental route, just keep in mind that you'll have 30 days to watch, but only 48 hours to finish once you begin.

You can purchase and rent the film at the following retailers as of April 8:

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As a Warner Bros. Pictures film, Mickey 17 will officially make its streaming debut on HBO Max, the Warner Bros.-owned streaming service. Beginning on May 23, audiences can travel to the icy planet Niflheim from their living rooms.

HBO Max subscriptions begin at $9.99 per month, but there are a few different ways you can save some money on your plan. Peep the best HBO Max streaming deals below.

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The cheapest monthly Max subscription (Basic with ads) goes for $9.99, but opting for an annual subscription brings that cost down to just $8.33 per month. You'll have to pay $99.99 up front for the year, but ultimately you'll save about 16% compared to a monthly plan.

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Similarly, you can save 16% on a yearly ad-free plan — now dubbed Max Standard and Max Premium. The standard tier will run you either $16.99 per month or $169.99 per year (about $14.16 per month), while the Premium tier costs either $20.99 per month or $209.99 per year (about $17.50 per month). Both tiers offer an ad-free viewing experience, but the Premium tier comes with 4K Ultra HD video quality, Dolby Atmos immersive audio, and the ability to download more offline content.

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Cricket customers on the $60 per month unlimited plan can enjoy HBO Max with ads for free. When logging into HBO Max, just choose Cricket as your provider and enter your credentials to log in. Voilà — you're in.

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College students looking to check out Mickey 17 and other Warner Bros. films can access the entire Max library for a year for half price. Just verify your student status with UNiDAYS, retrieve the unique discount code, and sign up for just $4.99 per month rather than $9.99.

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Consolidate your spending and streaming by subscribing to the Disney+ bundle, which includes Disney+, Hulu, and Max, for only $16.99 per month with ads. That lineup of streamers (with ads) would usually cost you $25.97 per month, so you'll end up saving about $9 each month. If you'd rather go ad-free, it'll cost you $29.99 per month as opposed to $48.97. That's up to 38% in savings for access to all three streaming libraries.

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Bring home a speedy MacBook Air M1 for $580 while supplies last

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