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Joann, the fabric and craft retailer, is closing. Unfortunately, that means scammers are swarming: Warn the DIY crafters in your life.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a consumer warning this week specifically addressing the Joann Fabric & Craft scammers. The deception is relatively sophisticated. The FTC warned that bad actors are running fake promos online and on social media, promising stellar going-out-of-business deals since Joann is closing. Those ads lead to fake websites that steal consumers' info.

Wrote the FTC:

"People report seeing ads for an online JOANN’s bankruptcy sale while browsing sites like Facebook, Pinterest, or Nextdoor. But JOANN isn’t selling online anymore — their own website says so. So if you click on the ad for a (fake) online JOANN sale, you’ll go to the (fake) JOANN’s website and see (fake) super-cheap deals. If you decide to buy, you’ll pay and get an emailed receipt.

But soon, according to reports, you’ll find out the receipt not from JOANN. Your bank or credit card statement will show you’ve paid someone other than JOANN, and you probably won’t be getting a package to go with that bill."

In short, yes, Joann Fabrics is going out of business, but the Joann going-out-of-business online sale you saw advertised on Facebook or Pinterest is fake. In fact, Joann isn't selling anything online anymore.

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Per the FTC, the first thing you need to know is that Joann closing sales are in-person only, meaning online deals are, by definition, fake. Do not click those ads and, if you like, report the phony ads to the platform where it's hosted.

In general, the FTC warned that consumers should be wary of "unusually good deals" and to pay with credit cards when possible, since they often offer more protections.

If you clicked one of these ads and entered any personal information, contact your financial institution right away.

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SAVE $15: As of May 8, get a $100 Instacart gift card for $85. That saves you $15 for 15% off.

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These days, prices seem to be going up with no end in sight. Every time I go to the grocery store, I swear the bill gets bigger. While you can make some switches to save money, like going for the generic brands or buying in bulk, sometimes price increases are unavoidable. Luckily, Instacart has a gift card deal that helps you save money on your next shop.

As of May 8, get a $100 Instacard gift card for just $85 at Newegg. That saves you $15 for 15% off. While this is a good opportunity to get someone the gift of groceries, you could also treat yourself to some savings.

Instacart saves you the headache of going to the store. If you need one less thing on your to-do list, build your cart in the Instacart app and a shopper will go to the store for you and deliver groceries straight to your door. And with this gift card deal, it feels like hacking the system to get some extra savings. When you use this $100 gift card that only costs $85, you're saving $15 on your next grocery order.

SAVE 28%: The Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16GB) is on sale at Amazon for $156.97, down from the full price of $216.97. That's a savings of $60 and the lowest price we've ever spotted at Amazon.

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If you're shopping to celebrate mom this weekend, we're down to crunch time. You'll need to get that order in soon if you want it in-hand for Sunday. If your mom is an avid reader, there's something special that will arrive in time — and it's on sale today.

As of May 8, the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16GB) is on sale for just $156.97, marked down from the usual price of $216.97. That's a 28% discount, or a savings of $60. It also happens to be the lowest price we've spotted at Amazon for the bundle, and $10 less than yesterday's deal.

The Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle is perfect for anyone who's new to e-readers. This deal includes the 16GB Kindle Paperwhite, a fabric cover (in either Jade or Raspberry), and a 9W power adapter.

SEE ALSO: Save $40 on the Kindle Paperwhite Kids and help them read through summer

In Mashable's review of the best Kindles, Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino considers the Kindle Paperwhite to be the best overall option. "The screen's front light is vibrant and has adjustable brightness, meaning it can adjust when transitioning from reading in the sun or shade," she says. "It also comes with adjustable screen warmth, perfect for evening readers who want to give their eyes a chance to relax."

The 7-inch display is designed to be glare-free, which means your summer reading sessions in the sun will be much less squinty. Plus, it's perfect to pack along on vacation since it's both lightweight and waterproof.

If a mom in your life loves to read but doesn't have the best Kindle around, now's a great time to gift the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle. While it's on sale for $156.97, you'll be gifting unlimited hours of enjoyment while scoring the lowest price we've seen.

SAVE $50: Both the 10-ounce and 14-ounce Ember Smart Mugs are on sale at Best Buy for $79.99 and $99.99, respectively. That's up to 39% in savings. But act fast, as the 10-ounce option is part of Best Buy's Deal of the Day and will be gone tomorrow.

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If you're the kind of coffee drinker who requires multiple microwave sessions to get through a cup, it's time you meet the Ember Mug 2. Built just for people like you, the smart mug ensures you never have to worry about reheating your drink. And for a very limited time, it's on sale for nearly 40% off.

As of May 8, both sizes of the Ember Mug 2 are $50 off. The 10-ounce mug is down 39% to just $79.99 from $129.99 as one of Best Buy's Deals of the Day. That means it'll only stick around today, then jump back up to full price. Meanwhile, the 14-ounce mug is down about 33% to $99.99 from $149.99. The larger mug is not part of the limited-time Deal of the Day programming, so you might have more time to grab this one on sale (but no guarantees).

What makes the Ember Mug 2 so special? It features a built-in battery that can hold a set temperature (120 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit) for an hour and a half. If you still can't finish your cup in that time, the included charging coaster can maintain an all-day temperature. Just use the app to customize your mug to the exact degree you prefer and you'll essentially have all day to drink it. A smart LED indicator will even alert you when the mug has the reached the perfect temperature. Take note that it is hand wash only, as to be expected with a smart gadget.

Sure, $80 or $100 is pretty steep to pay for a single mug, but the peace of mind and endless comfort of a hot cup of coffee or tea that comes with it is worth it. Whether you're sick of reheating your cup every morning or know another slow or distracted drinker, the Ember Mug 2 makes for a great gift (yes, even to yourself).

SAVE $320: As of May 8, get the Roborock Q5 Max+ for $279.99, down from its usual price of $599.99 at Amazon. That's a discount of 53%.

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If you find yourself dealing with dirty floors more often than clean ones, maybe it's time to enlist a robot for some help. A robot vacuum can make all of those seemingly endless cleaning cycles feel way less daunting. Right now, you can score a great one thanks to a discount at Amazon.

As of May 8, get the Roborock Q5 Max+ for $279.99, down from its usual price of $599.99 at Amazon. That's $320 off and a discount of 53%.

SEE ALSO: The Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum is still available at its record-low price

This vacuum is meant to help you clean your home, and then clean itself. It offers seven weeks of hands-free cleaning, since you don't have to empty its reservoir for that long. Then, all you have to do is empty the bin, and it can get right back to its normal cleaning.

It uses 5500 Pa of suction to capture dust, debris, and hair from your carpet, which its DuoRoller brush can power through without you having to worry about tangling. Its on-board LiDAR means it can easily navigate your home with 3D maps, and avoid running into obstacles, too.

You can control and set up cleaning schedules via the included app, but the Q5 Max+ can also use voice control via Alexa, Google Home, and Siri, so all you have to do is tell the robot vacuum what to do, no remote required.

If you're ready to cede some cleaning to a bot, this is a great deal. Grab one and let it transform how you tidy up before they're all gone.

SAVE OVER $350: As of May 8, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station is on sale for $448.99, down from $799 at Amazon. That's 44% in savings.

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It's camping season, y'all. And right alongside it: tornado and hurricane season. In other words, it's a good time to grab a source of backup power. You don't necessarily need to spend a fortune on a generator, either. This Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 portable power station can keep you connected and power multiple appliances without breaking the bank — especially since it's on sale.

As of May 8, you can grab the Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 portable power station for $448.99 instead of $799 at Amazon. That's 44% in savings and — brace yourselves — one cent cheaper than it was a few weeks ago. Every cent counts in this economy.

Thanks to a 1,500W AC output and a 3,000W surge peak, the Explorer 1000 V2 is capable of powering multiple appliances, including AC units, fridges, and coffee makers — not to mention your phone and laptop. It features two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, one DC car port, three pure sine wave AC ports, LED lights, and a 1,070Wh capacity. And when you activate emergency charging mode via the Jackery app, the power station itself will charge from zero to 100 percent battery in just an hour.

Whether you want a source of backup power for emergencies or a way to stay connected when you're on a camping trip, the Jackery Explorer 1000 V2 checks both boxes. After all, there's going off the grid and then there's going off the grid.

SAVE $140: The Tineco Floor One S5 smart wet dry vacuum is on sale at Amazon for $309.99, down from the usual price of $449.99. That's a 31% discount.

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Mopping the floors tends to be a messy task. The sloshing water from the bucket, waiting for the floor to dry, and then finding somewhere to store the mop is never fun. No matter where you put it, the mop handle just loves to fall over. Ditch the struggle and upgrade to a cordless combo mop and vacuum that's easy to store. If that sounds ideal, check out this deal at Amazon.

As of May 8, the Tineco Floor One S5 smart cordless wet dry vacuum is on sale for $309.99 at Amazon, marked down from the standard price of $449.99. That's a 31% discount that works out to a savings of $140.

With a convenient storage and charging base, the Tineco Floor One S5 is both a cordless vacuum and a powerful mop. On a single charge, you can get up to 35 minutes of cleaning time, and Tineco added a larger clean water tank with this model so it can go longer before it needs a refill. This model also uses the brand's iLoop Smart Sensor, which automatically adjusts suction power, water flow, and speed of the brush roller to match the mess it's cleaning.

SEE ALSO: The Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum is still available at its record-low price

The self-propel design makes the task of floor cleaning less like a workout with the Tineco Floor One S5. The brand mentions this model is especially great for dealing with pet hair or sticky messes.

If you're looking for an all-in-one floor cleaning solution, the Tineco Floor One S5 is ready for the task. With smart features and larger water tanks, the versatile vacuum and mop could be well worth the investment.

Bill Gates is giving away all his wealth, and he's doing it faster than originally planned.

" I will give away virtually all my wealth through the Gates Foundation over the next 20 years to the cause of saving and improving lives around the world," the billionaire Microsoft founder said in a post on his blog.

According to Gates' plan, his net worth should drop 99 percent over the next two decades, from the $108 billion he owns now, to "virtually" zero.

Gates also said that the Gates Foundation will "permanently" close its doors on Dec. 31, 2045 — a change of plans, given that the organization was originally supposed to shut down several decades after Gates and his ex-wide Melinda were dead.

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Gates said that he now believes that the foundation's goals can be reached on a shorter timeline, with plans to give away more than $200 billion to charity between now and 2045. As for where that money will go, the foundation's main goals will be to end preventable deaths of mothers and babies, eradicate deadly infectious diseases, as well as lift "millions" of people out of poverty.

The Gates Foundation, started by Bill and Melinda in 2000, has given away more than $100 billion for charitable causes so far.

Bill Gates' pledge to give away all his wealth isn't new. Together with billionaire Warren Buffett and Melinda Gates, Bill announced the Giving Pledge campaign in 2010, urging wealthy people to contribute a majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes. And even though Gates has already donated around $60 billion of his fortune to the Foundation, he remained a very wealthy man (according to Bloomberg data, he's the fifth richest person in the world, with a total net worth of $168 billion, though he claims he owns $108 billion), partly due to his investments appreciating in value over time. Now, he's going to donate much more rapidly.

SEE ALSO: Rich man Elon Musk confronted rich man Bill Gates about shorting Tesla stock

"People will say a lot of things about me when I die, but I am determined that 'he died rich' will not be one of them. There are too many urgent problems to solve for me to hold onto resources that could be used to help people," he wrote.

A new era of Whoop is here. As of May 8, two new Whoop devices have been announced: the Whoop 5.0 and Whoop MG. Alongside the new devices come three new tiers of membership for more affordable options that offer deeper health insights.

Included in our guides to the best fitness trackers and best sleep trackers, Whoop is a screen-free wearable made for both professional athletes and the everyday person. Here's everything you need to know about the new Whoop 5.0 and MG.

What to expect from the Whoop 5.0 and MG With the new Whoop devices come new stylish bands. Credit: Whoop / Mashable Composite

Already one of the most comfortable fitness trackers we've tested, the new Whoop devices will have a 7 percent smaller form with an over 14-day battery life to boot. The devices also come with a new Wireless PowerPack that unlocks a month of charging.

The new Whoop devices are getting a makeover, too. New, more sophisticated bands are coming that include colorful silicone, leather, and patterned knit bands.

The Whoop 5.0 and MG come with new insights that include blood pressure and medical-grade ECG monitors. Here's the full list of new features coming to the Whoop 5.0 and MG:

• Healthspan with Whoop Age: Assesses your health age based on daily habits. Provides you with a Whoop Age and a Pace of Aging score and suggestions on how to slow aging.

• Heart Screener with ECG: Whoop wearables now have an FDA-cleared ECG feature for readings anytime that can also be shared with a healthcare provider. It can detect signs of Atrial Fibrillation and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications.

• Blood pressure insights: Whoop is the latest wearable to include blood pressure monitoring, providing both systolic and diastolic readings.

• Women's hormonal insights: Smart rings and fitness trackers are becoming rapidly popular for cycle tracking. The new Whoop devices help inform how your cycle affects your recovery, sleep, stress, and performance.

• Sleep performance update: Whoop reconfigured its Sleep Score to deliver more accurate data.

The Whoop app now features cycle tracking insights for all stages of life including menstruation, pregnancy, perimenopause. Credit: Whoop Whoop's patent-pending blood pressure monitoring delivers daily readings. Credit: Whoop New affordable membership options Credit: Whoop

Like the popular Oura Ring, Whoop devices also feature a membership fee to access the wearable's full range of features. Previously, Whoop's membership options started at $239 annually or $399 for a two-year membership. Now the brand has unveiled three new membership tiers:

• Whoop One: Professional-grade fitness insights at Whoop's best price of $199 per year.

• Whoop Peak: Advanced health, fitness, and longevity insights designed to help you perform at your peak for longer. Priced at $239 per year.

• Whoop Life: The most powerful Whoop ever, delivering medical-grade health and performance insights. Priced at $359 per year.

Which membership tier you choose will determine which Whoop model you receive. The One and Peak tiers come with the Whoop 5.0, while the Life membership features the MG model.

All models are available for purchase at Whoop now.

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In 2023, Celine Song captivated audiences (and broke our hearts) with her Academy Award-nominated debut feature Past Lives. Now, the acclaimed writer and director looks to deliver another swoon-worthy love triangle with her second film, Materialists.

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

Distributed by A24, Materialists stars three of the world's buzziest stars: Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. Johnson plays Lucy, a matchmaker and "eternal bachelorette" who helps couples find their happily ever after, while figuring she has no shot at her own. That all changes when not one but two potential suitors crash into her life.

In one corner we have Harry (Pascal), an incredibly attractive, incredibly rich bachelor who looks to sweep Lucy off her feet. But could this perfect "unicorn" be too good to be true?

In the other corner we have John (Evans), Lucy's (also incredibly attractive) ex-boyfriend. He's a theater actor by night and a cater waiter by day, and he seems determined to make things right with Lucy in a second go at their relationship. However, based on an argument in the trailer above, it seems like the two initially broke up over money concerns — something Harry would never have to worry about.

So will Lucy choose Harry and his riches, or John and her past? Either way, we can't wait to witness another Celine Song love triangle.

Materialists hits theaters June 13.

On May 8, Ultrahuman, the smart ring maker, announced plans to fulfill all U.S. orders out of its Texas-based facility. The tech company, which makes the Ultrahuman Air ring, plans to expand its Plano, Texas, factory, which opened in November 2024.

The "UltraFactory" is a partnership with U.S.-based SVtronics and has plans to expand annual manufacturing capacity to 500,000, meeting U.S. demand. This is part of Ultrahuman's goal to have the factory fulfill all U.S. orders. In a press release, the company stated, "By producing rings domestically, the company is ensuring faster shipping, better service, and increased reliability for U.S. consumers."

The Ultra Factory plans to scale up production to meet and fulfill U.S. demand. Credit: Ultrahuman

It's a well-timed move as tariffs disrupt the tech industry. Foreignly manufactured products like Framework laptops, Anker chargers, and Nvidia GPUs have all seen price hikes due to components and devices being made in China or other countries impacted by President Trump's tariffs. The smart rings manufactured at the Ultra Factory in Plano, Texas, will not face tariffs. But the motivation to expand the U.S. factory is not tariffs-based, according to the company.

A representative from Ultrahuman said that manufacturing in the U.S. allows the company to work more closely with the U.S. health and military sectors to craft hardware and not just software for its U.S. customer base.

The Ultrahuman ring is a popular alternative to the Oura Ring and is among the best smart rings we've tested at Mashable. It has a similar design and is equipped with many of the same features as the Oura Ring. While it's not without its faults, like a buggy app UX, it is a more affordable smart ring. All Ultrahuman Air rings cost $349, the same price as the cheapest Oura model. Ultrahuman rings also don't require a monthly membership to access their full range of features, like Oura's do.

Mohit Kumar, founder and CEO of Ultrahuman, said, "The UltraFactory in Plano, Texas, allows us to deliver products faster, enhance quality control, and further strengthen our commitment to American consumers to bring them cutting-edge health technology."

In a wide-ranging interview, he explains his decision — amid the Trump administration’s assault on foreign aid — to accelerate the end of his giving.

Let's talk about the genius behind Sinners. 

On the surface, the hit movie from Ryan Coogler is about Preacher Boy resisting a vampire. But it's a film packed with history and lore. One where the closer you look, the deeper it gets. And there's a bigger story you might have missed. 

The film follows Sammie Moore (Miles Caton), a musician fighting off Remmick (Jack O'Connell), a bloodsucking villain who is building a hive mind coven. 

But if you listen closely to the opening monologue, Annie (Wunmi Mosaku) talks about a legend that exists in ancient Ireland, Choctaw land, and West Africa: 

"There are legends of people born with the gift of making music so true it can pierce the veil between life and death. This gift can bring healing to their communities, but it also attracts evil."

That evil? Remmick. And that gift? Sammie's song, which literally conjures people from across time to dance at the juke joint.

Fans have speculated that Remmick might also be one of those mythic music makers, but as hypnotic as his Irish song and jig is, it doesn't pierce the veil like Sammie's tune. 

However, the gold coins, the accent, and the fact that Remmick knows exactly what he's looking for suggests Remmick is from a culture that knows of the legend. He may not just be here to feed, but rather, trying to find a way back to his people, to his past.

And Sammie's voice might be his ticket.

And it goes even deeper. Early in the film, Remmick was hunted by a band of Choctaw men. So was Remmick targeting their version of Sammie, a fire keeper with that same dangerous gift? 

All of this raises the real question: Could Ryan Coogler be setting up something much bigger? 

A prequel about Remmick's origin? A sequel about those Choctaw vampire hunters?  Basically, a whole trilogy hiding in plain sight. Coogler has said to Ebony he wrote it as a "finished thing."

But let's be real. Doors like this don't always close.

Sinners is now in theaters.

SAVE $80: As of May 8, Apple AirPods Pro 2 are on sale for $169 at Amazon. That's 32% off their list price of $249.

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With summer very much creeping up on us, now is a great time to invest in some new earbuds. I'm a very big fan of the AirPods Pro 2, and the good news is that they're currently discounted at Amazon.

The AirPods Pro 2 are on sale for $169 right now at Amazon. This is a 32% discount from their list price of $249, and only $15.01 away from their lowest-ever price of $153.99. If you've had your eye on them, now is a great time to add them to your virtual shopping cart.

SEE ALSO: Save over $200 on the Apple M4 MacBook Pro

Alongside great sound quality, the AirPods Pro 2 really shine with their noise-canceling features. Whether it's for listening to music or staying focused on work, I frequently utilize Active Noise Cancellation to keep outside sounds from distracting me. And for those moments when I want to be more aware of my surroundings, Transparency mode is a great feature that filters in outside noises without dropping what I'm listening to. We've even ranked them on both our lists of the best earbuds and the best headphones.

Don't miss out on 32% off the AirPods Pro 2 right now at Amazon.

These aren't the only Apple deals worth exploring right now, either. You can also score some nice discounts on the Apple Watch SE and the Apple Watch Series 10 at Amazon.

SAVE $80: As of May 8, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen, GPS, 40mm) is on sale for $169 at Amazon. That's 32% off its list price of $249.

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Apple has been offering some great discounts recently on a wide range of its tech, including Apple Watches. As of May 8, the budget-friendly Apple Watch SE has received a very nice 32% discount at Amazon. If you've had your eye on it for yourself or for Mother's Day, now is the time to grab it for less.

This discount has dropped the price of the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen, GPS, 40mm) from $249 to $169. This is only $20 away from its lowest-ever price of $149.

SEE ALSO: Oura Ring vs Apple Watch: I put the top two fitness trackers head-to-head

If you're looking for a smartwatch that covers the basics as far as health and fitness features, the Apple Watch SE is a great pick. Alongside heart rate and sleep tracking, it also offers Fall Detection, Crash Detection, and Emergency SOS for safety and activity tracking for your workouts. On top of that, it pairs well with an Apple ecosystem, so you can send texts or take calls from your wrist.

If you've had the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen, GPS, 40mm) on your radar for some time, now is the time to pick it up and save some cash.

Another great Apple Watch deal that's worth checking out right now is on the Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm), which is back at its lowest price at Amazon. Or, if you want to go all-out with a fancy smartwatch, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is also discounted right now.

Lenovo is updating its most eye-popping gaming laptop for 2025, and the new iteration makes your gameplay literally pop.

The Chinese tech giant announced the new Lenovo Legion 9i (Gen 10) at Tech World Shanghai 2025, billing it as a powerful machine for both gamers and game developers. The big pull? Its 18-inch 4K display has an optional upgrade that will let the user view content in 2K 3D without wearing special glasses or hooking up a separate 3D-compatible monitor.

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According to a press release, the Legion 9i's display uses "a combination of eye-tracking and lenticular lens array" to make visuals appear three-dimensional, as if they're emerging from the screen. Its Lenovo 3D Studio software suite will make it capable of displaying 2D and 3D content simultaneously, either side-by-side or stacked on top of one another, and bring support for 30 games plus "myriad other creation apps."

The 3D-enabled Legion 9i will also have a Dual Mode feature that lets it swap between a buttery 240Hz refresh rate at 4K and up to a borderline-overkill 440Hz refresh rate at FHD. The 2D-only model sticks with 240Hz at all resolutions.

SEE ALSO: The best gaming laptops of 2025

Glasses-free 3D laptops aren't new, but this is Lenovo's first official entry to the category that consumers will actually be able to purchase. (The company brought a conceptual 3D ThinkBook to Mobile World Congress this past February.) It certainly won't be an accessible option for those interested in trying the tech, if its specs are any indication.

The Legion 9i will come with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and will be configurable with up to a monstrous Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, 192GB of memory, and 8TB of storage (with four slots apiece for RAM and SSDs). That's a boatload of power, but Lenovo has done its best to ensure it runs cool and quiet: It has a vapor thermal system that puts dedicated fans right over its WiFi card, SSD, and RAM. This replaces the integrated liquid-cooling system in the original Legion 9i, a 16-incher from 2023, which worked quite well in practice.

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Aesthetically, the Legion 9i looks almost exactly like its predecessor. Its Carbon Black top cover is still made from strong layers of carbon fiber that have been forged together by hand, resulting in camo-like patterns that are different from laptop to laptop. And it still has some ports on the back of its chassis below the lid hinges, but most of them have been moved to its sides, including two Thunderbolt 5 ports. It'll measure in at 15.87 x 11.67 x 0.94 to 1.1 inches (depending on the display type) and start at around a chunky 7.72 pounds.

The original Legion 9i was one of the most powerful laptops Mashable has ever tested (having been only recently dethroned by the M4 Pro Apple MacBook Pro), and its $4,000+ price tag reflected as much. Lenovo hasn't yet revealed exactly how much the new model will cost when it arrives in the U.S. sometime this fall, but a number over the $5,000 mark wouldn't be shocking.

SAVE $20: As of May 8, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for $39.99 at Amazon. That's 33% off its list price of $59.99.

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High-quality streaming doesn't have to come with an expensive price tag. Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max sets you up to watch your favorite shows and films from various streaming services with support for 4K UHD resolution at a price that won't break the bank. What's even better is this streaming stick is currently on sale, so you can save a little extra while upgrading your streaming setup.

Right now, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale at Amazon for $39.99, 33% off its list price of $59.99. It's currently listed as a limited-time deal, so you'll want to act fast to pick it up at this price. With Mother's Day right around the corner, it's also a great gift idea.

SEE ALSO: My favorite Kindle's essentials bundle is $40 off right now at Amazon

With the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, streaming shows and movies will look crisp and clear on your TV with support for 4K UHD resolution. That's not all, though. It also supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos audio so you can turn your living room into an at-home movie theater. It even features the Fire TV Ambient Experience, which allows you to display art and photography on your TV, turning it into a picture frame when you're not watching something on it.

This deal may not stick around for long. Don't miss out on 33% off the Fire TV Stick 4K Max at Amazon.

There are a few more Amazon device deals available right now that are worth a look. There have been some great Kindle deals to consider, including on the Kindle Scribe and the Kindle Paperwhite essentials bundle.

A 3D-printed train station, assembled in just a few hours, could be one solution to Japan's worker shortages, driven in part by the country's population decline.

When you're watching the cinematic perfection that is Mamma Mia! or its glorious sequel Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, it appears that everyone onscreen is having a better time than you or I could imagine.

But according to the sublime Christine Baranski, who plays the outstandingly glam Tanya "Does Your Mother Know" Chesham-Leigh in the films, the exuberant dancing required in both films was not everyone's glass of prosecco. Specifically, the three male leads.

"I don’t think he'll mind my saying this, but all three actors, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, and Stellan [Skarsgård], they just hated having to do the dance stuff," Baranski told Stephen Colbert on The Late Show on Wednesday. "Pierce was game, he would skip down the hill multiple times doing 'Dancing Queen.' This was James Bond and he’s dancing, 'Yooou can daaance.' I think Colin Firth meant all of his moves ironically.

"But Stellan hated it. We finally went down the hill in 'Dancing Queen' and landed on the dock. It was the end of the number, and the camera would move around, and it would usually avoid Stellan. But then finally, Ol Parker, this wonderful, dear director, he said, 'OK, it's time for your close up. You have got to do the moves now.' And he let out with a string of expletives. It’s as though Ol had asked him to do Arabic poetry while jumping rope."

Walton Goggins is hosting SNL this weekend, but he wants to know what's going to happen in the Season 50 finale.

In the entertainingly silly skit above, he goes full White Lotus on cast member Marcello Hernández, asking him, "Who's gonna die?" before positing some increasingly violent and ridiculous theories about how it all might go down.