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SAVE $110.01: The Echelon Smart Connect EX15 stationary bike is on sale at Woot for just $389.99, down from the standard price of $500. That's a 22% discount.

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Welcome to the in-between season. We're not totally in the depths of winter anymore since the sun sets after 4 p.m., but we're also not yet basking in the warm spring sun. That means outdoor workouts are still iffy, because who wants to head out for a bike ride when there's a 70% chance of rain? Keep your workouts indoors thanks to this great deal.

As of Feb. 26, the Echelon Smart Connect EX15 stationary exercise bike is on sale at Woot for $389.99, marked down from the standard price of $500. That means you'll get a 22% discount and save $110.01. Plus, an Amazon Prime membership gives access to free shipping at Woot.

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Echelon earned two slots on the Mashable list of the best Peloton dupes, so you know this bike is coming from a solid manufacturer.

The Echelon EX15 focuses on offering a great workout while taking up a small floor footprint. You can select a magnetic resistance level from one of the 32 options, and the adjustable toe cages mean the pedals will have a secure feeling. Of course, the seat and handlebars are also adjustable so you can find the best fit. The bullhorn handlebars also feature a perfect location for your tablet or phone when following along with a workout or tuning into a show.

Since you might be riding for a while, Echelon equipped the bike with an extra-large padded seat for a more comfortable workout. You'll also get a free 30-day membership to Echelon Premier, which gives you access to over 3,000 live and on-demand fitness classes.

If you're not jazzed about spending thousands on a stationary exercise bike, consider the benefits to health and savings with today's deal on the Echelon Smart Connect EX15. Thanks to the Woot sale, this model is just $389.99.

In time for the Oscars, Mashable Entertainment Editor, Kristy Puchko, goes in on what makes The Substance truly special during the 2025 awards season. The main reason, the legendary Demi Moore.

The Substance is now streaming on MUBI.

Amazon is aiming to catch up in generative artificial intelligence and to reboot its virtual assistant, which has been leapfrogged by powerful chatbots.

SAVE $80: Want a smart, travel-ready guitar? As of Feb. 26, the Enya NOVA Go SP1 (carbon fiber, AcousticPlus) is only $199.99 on Amazon.

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If you’re looking for a lightweight guitar you can travel with, the Enya NOVA Go SP1 carbon fiber acoustic electric guitar might be worth considering. If you’re a guitar snob, you can probably pass on this one, but if you're looking for an affordable and portable option, it's worth a closer look.

The Enya NOVA Go SP1 is only $199.99, down from $279.99, at Amazon. That's $80 off for a discount of 29% And that’s a damn good deal for a guitar that you can just pack up and go. It also comes with a case, strap, strings (we’ll talk about that in a minute), and charging cable, so you don't have to spend more money on accessories.

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Here’s the deal: this is a budget guitar. It’s ideal for beginner players or anyone who just wants to have a little fun while traveling. It won’t sound like a Taylor or a Martin, but it's not bad, either. The description says it’s made of carbon fiber composite material, which keeps it lightweight and durable. (You can have it in direct sunlight, and it won't warp or crack like a wooden guitar.)

The built-in SP1 pickup system gives you reverb, delay, and fusion effects — unplugged, no amp needed. There’s also a little speaker inside the guitar's body, so you can use it almost like a portable amp. What’s even cooler is that you can plug it into your phone or PC with the included USB cable and record yourself playing.

This guitar is never going to be a professional's main instrument, but it could be a good option for a secondary guitar or something to take on trips. The strings may need to be upgraded if you want a nicer sound. I recommend Elixirs or similar coated strings — that’s what I use on my Alvarez.

If you're in the mood for watching Nicolas Cage waging war on hostile Australian surfers who stole his board, ride this wave all the way to the trailer above.

The Surfer, directed by Lorcan Finnegan (Nocebo, Vivarium) and written by Thomas Martin, is a psychological thriller and coastal Western that's more than it appears on the surface. Set in the fictional beachside suburb of Luna Bay, Western Australia, the film sees Cage slowly melting into his signature brand of unhinged rage as he attempts to retrieve his board from a threatening gang of boardriders led by Julian McMahon.

As I wrote in my review for the film, "Everything about The Surfer's one-line pitch sounds ridiculous (Nicolas Cage versus mean Australian surfers), but the film itself is a haunting set piece about localism, repressed memory, and toxic masculinity, boasting the wild ride we've come to associate with Cage. It's as far from a wipeout as you can get."

The Surfer hits cinemas May 2.

SAVE $230: As of Feb. 26, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Bespoke Edition for $419.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $649.99. That's a 35% discount and the lowest price we've seen.

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Looking to lock in a new smartwatch? Need something that can keep up with you and your active lifestyle? You might want to see what Samsung has to offer, particularly with one of its most popular models that's on sale right now.

As of Feb. 26, get the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Bespoke Edition at Amazon for $419.99, down from its usual price of $649.99. That's $230 off and a discount of 35%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

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The Bespoke Edition of the Galaxy Watch Ultra is an Amazon exclusive that has a different watch face and watch band than what's typically on offer at Samsung, so you're getting a slick-looking smartwatch for a great price. Beyond that, it's a feature-rich piece of tech that you can track your heart rate, sleep, and fitness for the day thanks to daily Energy Score reports. It's built tough to withstand whatever you get up to on a day-to-day basis, with support for hot and cold environments and even deep sea diving.

But beyond all that, like the Apple Watch Ultra, it's also perfect for regular communication activities like texting, making calls, and using your favorite apps. You don't have to miss out on regular smartwatch functionality just because you want fitness options, and that's part of what makes this such a great buy. Just be sure you snag it while it's discounted so heavily, as this limited time deal likely won't last on Amazon very long.

Slack, the popular messaging platform for workplaces, appeared to be down for a number of users on Wednesday.

Numerous employees at Mashable, including this writer, weren't able to access Slack on desktop, instead receiving a server error message.

Credit: Screenshot: Slack

The issue appeared to be pretty widespread. Slack's own status website showed issues with messaging and connectivity, among other features. Down Detector showed a sharp spike in reports of problems with Slack, starting after 10:10 a.m. ET. (Full disclosure: Down Detector is owned by the same parent company as Mashable.)

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There were also lots of posts online about Slack being down.

Slack down; work is canceled

— Leif Hancox-Li, PhD (@struthious.bsky.social) February 26, 2025 at 11:26 AM

Slack is down. What a blessing to us all

— Steph Marie (@imstephtacular.bsky.social) February 26, 2025 at 11:25 AM

slack outage means everyone gets to go outside

— emily 🩷 (@bbghost.bsky.social) February 26, 2025 at 11:33 AM

It's not clear when Slack will be back in working order.

This story is developing and will be updated...