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Superhero fatigue has gotten so intense that even the protagonists are bored now.

Thunderbolts*, the 36th Marvel Cinematic Universe movie, kicks off with charismatic assassin Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh) bemoaning how tedious her life has become. Through a beleaguered voiceover, she laments that she's stuck in an unfulfilling rut of work, work, work. Sure, she's a highly skilled mercenary whose work involves life-or-death confrontations. But amid all the espionage and murder, she's lost her joie de vivre.

Looking bored, the fan favorite from Black Widow and Hawkeye flawlessly base jumps off a dizzyingly high skyscraper into a top-secret laboratory, where she slays a slew of minions with ease (in a clichéd hallway fight scene). We can assume director Jake Schreier intends this contradiction of hard-hitting action (with no blood, because PG-13) and Yelena's blasé attitude to be funny. However, she might as well be speaking for those audience members who are exhausted by the same superhero movie beats being hit over and over again, with lessening impact through repetition. Like Yelena, some of us are numb to the violence and conspiracies because they've become routine.

Sadly, Yelena and her eponymous team of antiheroes won't save us from this downward spiral. Instead, we get a mess of a movie that balances hijinks, heroics, and a half-hearted message about depression with all the grace of a black widow with eight broken legs.

Thunderbolts* is The Avengers, but worse in every respect. Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian (David Harbour), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), and John Walker (Wyatt Russell) in Marvel Studios' "Thunderbolts*". Credit: Chuck Zlotnick / Marvel 2025

The premise of Thunderbolts* is basically the MCU's answer to Suicide Squad (or its standalone sequel, The Suicide Squad). A shady government muckety-muck brings together a batch of notorious villains, who — despite their differences — will fight as a team to save the day from a world-threatening big bad. The only real difference between these spinoffs from different comic brands are the names — and that CIA director Valentina Allegra de Fontaine (portrayed by Julia Louis-Dreyfus) didn't mean for her crew to join forces.

She'd brought Yelena, John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Taskmaster (Olga Kurylenko), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen) together expecting them to kill each other, giving her a clean slate for her latest political maneuvering. But after they survive her trap, these wild cards loop in Red Guardian (David Harbour), The Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), and some befuddled dude named Bob (Lewis Pullman) to fight back.

From this very Suicide-Squad framework, however, Thunderbolts* becomes an aching retread of The Avengers (2012). Dialogue will proclaim that there's no way they can come together as a team! They have different powers and different priorities; personalities will clash with harsh words and harsher physical blows. However, through some bonding/action sequences and heart-to-heart-moments, they'll unite just in time to battle a high-flying evil in midtown Manhattan, at the base of Tony Stark's tower, where the Avengers iconically assembled. Except this time, it's not a fleet of alien invaders led by a super beguiling supervillain. The heroes aren't bursting with personality (or even wielding boomerangs). And worst of all, it's not all that thrilling or entertaining.

Florence Pugh is constrained by Yelena's mopey plot line. Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh) in Marvel Studios' "Thunderbolts*". Credit: Chuck Zlotnick / Marvel 2025

After the death of her adopted sister Natasha "Black Widow" Romanoff, the dynamic assassin who has launched a million crushes and bevy of memes is no longer quipping and charismatic. Sure, even as she sought revenge in Hawkeye, she was chaotically flirty as she delivered threats alongside an offer for mac-and-cheese. But in Thunderbolts*, she — like too many MCU heroes from post-Snap MCU — is deep in grief, offering sulking over spirit or snark.

For some confounding reason, rather than tailor a superhero team-up movie to Yelena's typically spirited energy, screenwriters Eric Pearson and Joanna Calo took the funniest character in this collection of misfits and put her in Brooding Batfleck mode. Thus, Pugh must shoulder the movie with her character's greatest powers — her wit, humor, and winsome vulnerability — all tied behind a serious face (not even her signature hard frown!).

This leaves Harbour as Red Guardian to be comic relief, which he does with ease. But his part is one note — a series of dad jokes spiced up with his broken English/Russian accent. To his credit, Stan is wryly funny as the ever-vaguely annoyed Winter Soldier. But his part is so small that his biggest moments involve trailer-worthy stunts and pulling his metal arm out of the dishwasher. (Truly, though, that is a great comedic beat that is character-driven!)

What do you need to remember about the MCU before seeing Thunderbolts? John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Alexei Shostakov / Red Guardian (David Harbour), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen) in Marvel Studios' "Thunderbolts*". Credit: Chuck Zlotnick / Marvel 2025

Pearson and Calo give enough context to this collection of supporting characters that you'll be able to follow Thunderbolts* just fine without revisiting Black Widow, the Captain America and Avengers movies, the miniseries The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and Ant-Man and the Wasp. And yet, it just doesn't matter, because every one of these antiheroes is being reduced to the same cliché.

Trauma in their past has led to them to make bad choices, which makes them feel bad about themselves, pushing them to seek a higher purpose in life. Much like the Rick & Morty episode "The Vindicators," which parodied such superhero team-ups, they are all the same, separated only by their trauma accessories, be it a shield, a phase-shifting ability, or Bob's mysterious abilities. And to that end, it's hard to escape the feeling that Disney and Marvel Entertainment are scraping the bottom of the barrel with Thunderbolts*.

Sure, Yelena and Bucky are fan favorites. But who was aching to see most of these other characters? And even if these antiheroes have fans, will they be satisfied by the slapdash approach this Avengers retread offers, even staging climactic confrontations in the same spaces as the 2012 movie? This time, there are no epic gods, no cocky billionaire with a mech suit, no raging Hulk or America's ass. It's just a bunch of bickering mercenaries wearing black body armor and sullen expressions as they combat suicidal depression made manifest as the comic book villain The Void.

The feel-good message of Thunderbolts* is offensively undercooked. John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), and Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian (David Harbour) in Marvel Studios' "Thunderbolts*". Credit: Chuck Zlotnick / Marvel 2025

Calo has a stellar resume, having worked on such daring and critically heralded comedy series as Hacks, BoJack Horseman, and The Bear. So perhaps it was her pitch to make the real villain of Thunderbolts* mental illness so severe it can literally suck in anyone near its sufferer. And it is an intriguing concept. As teased in trailers, The Void can raise his hand and — poof! — whoever falls under his shadowy grasp vanishes from the streets of New York City into a flat shadow, as if incinerated onsite. But what that means within the movie cuts deeper, pitching the captive into a Being John Malkovich (or Harley Quinn or Gravity Falls) mind labyrinth of trauma.

SEE ALSO: Why suicide loss stories on TV matter: What 'The Bear' and 'Reservation Dogs' got right

Yelena's experience with depression proves crucial in this climactic battle. It's not so much her lightning-fast reflexes or marksmanship that save the people of Manhattan, but her empathy. To the filmmakers' credit, Thunderbolts* has a unique approach to discussing depression, showing that even heroes (or antiheroes) can struggle with it. However, it also literally weaponizes depression in a super villain, then resolves the issue with a climax that has all the depth of a Folger's coffee commercial. (The Babadook did it better!)

Thunderbolts* is a dizzying disappointment on several levels. John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen), and Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian (David Harbour) in Marvel Studios' "Thunderbolts*". Credit: Chuck Zlotnick / Marvel 2025

If you've come to see a summer movie with wall-to-wall action, witty banter, and big personalities coming to blows, you'll be confounded by the maudlin tone that hangs over most of this MCU offering. If you loved The Avengers and crave that feeling of seeing it for the first time, this clumsy pretender won't deliver. Leaning into clichés, Thunderbolts* lacks imagination and feels like Kevin Feige and company have shaken out their toy box and tossed in whatever action figures were left into their shrinking sandbox.

There's not a compelling chemistry in this group or an enthralling thrust to the story as much as the feeling of a list of fan expectations being checked off. Sure, there's action, callbacks, deep-dive comic book lore, and the occasional character-driven comedy beat. But overall, Thunderbolts* feels like two to six ideas for a movie haphazardly cobbled together. There's little flow, less fun, and a final act that feels more like a cheat than an achievement.

Thunderbolts* opens in theaters May 2.

If you're feeling suicidal or experiencing a mental health crisis, please talk to somebody. You can reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988; the Trans Lifeline at 877-565-8860; or the Trevor Project at 866-488-7386. Text "START" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. Contact the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET, or email info@nami.org. If you don't like the phone, consider using the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Chat at crisischat.org. Here is a list of international resources.

If you've ever wanted The White Lotus to do a season set at a ski resort, Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 is here to grant your wish.

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The next instalment of Nine Perfect Strangers comes four years after the release of Season 1, with Nicole Kidman's bizarre wellness guru Masha Dmitrichenko returning to wreak more psychedelic havoc on her clients. This time around, Masha has chopped her hair into a long bob and ventured to the Austrian Alps, where she's invited nine new strangers to partake in her wellness retreat.

Like in Season 1 (which was based on author Liane Moriarty's book), Nine Perfect Strangers features a stacked ensemble cast, with this season bringing on Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians), Murray Bartlett (The White Lotus), Christine Baranski (The Gilded Age), Annie Murphy (Schitt's Creek), Dolly De Leon (Triangle of Sadness), Maisie Richardson-Sellers, singer King Princess, Aras Aydin, Lucas Englander, Mark Strong (Dune: Prophecy), and Lena Olin.

The trailer for Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 teases the interplay between these new cast members and Masha, who's ready to push their limits — and her own.

"It is a cleansing of the mind," she says of her retreat in the trailer. Cue the mushroom teas and the trippy sequences!

But something larger is afoot in the Alps. The trailer hints that these so-called strangers may actually have a lot more in common than they originally think. What web links all these characters, and what is Masha's true game here?

Nine Perfect Strangers Season 2 premieres May 21 on Hulu.

SAVE $94.99: The FlexiSpot Adjustable Standing Desk with keyboard tray is just $95 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $189.99. That's a 50% discount.

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If you haven't yet jumped on the standing desk trend, congratulations. You've now waited long enough to find super functional models on a deep discount. Even if you're no longer working from home, adding a standing desk to your home's furniture collection is a smart move. That's especially true today since there's a great discount at Amazon.

As of April 29, the FlexiSpot Adjustable Standing Desk with keyboard tray is just $95, down from the normal price of $189.99. That's a massive 50% discount that takes $94.99 off the normal price.

When it comes to functionality, it doesn't get much better than the FlexiSpot Adjustable Standing Desk. Pair that with today's 50% discount and we're having a hard time coming up with reasons to not jump on this offer. For starters, you have adjustable heigh options that range between 28 and 46 inches, making it suitable for sitting in your ergonomic desk chair, too. When you get tired of sitting, raise it up with ease thanks to the electric lift system.

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This model also includes a keyboard tray that sits in front of the desk so you won't have to take up valuable space on the desktop with a keyboard. Plus, the lift system buttons include a child lock and a memory mode, so you can set your desired heights just once.

Since it's 50% off at Amazon, upgrade to the FlexiSpot Adjustable Standing desk with keyboard tray. You'll get a super functional desk for just $95 that allows you to either sit or stand and adjusting between the two takes a single press of a button.

SAVE UP TO 30%: Through May 1, use code SUMMER30 to take up to 30% off base fares for select Southwest flights taking place between May and October 2025.

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Did you miss the "up to 30% off flights" sale that Southwest had in early April? No worries — you have another chance to find cheap vacation flights for this summer, because Southwest is basically holding the same sale all over again.

During the Southwest Summer Sale, use code SUMMER30 will unlock discounts of up to 30% on many Southwest flights booked by May 1 for travel coming up in late spring, summer, and early fall. Discounts on base fares apply to continental US travel between May 20 and Oct. 2 and travel to Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and select international destinations between August 17 and Oct. 3. Some specific blackout dates apply, and flights to certain destinations are only eligible on certain days of the week.

SEE ALSO: Frontier's Go Wild! unlimited flight pass is back for the summer for $399

If you've been putting off booking a flight in hopes of strategically saving money, the timing of this sale is particularly advantageous: This is one of the last sales Southwest will have before its free bag policy as we know it goes away. The airline announced in March that it was axing one of its biggest draws — two free checked bags for everyone — for a more exclusive version of the policy, which mostly caters to Rapid Rewards A-List Preferred Members and Business Select passengers. Everyone else will have to start paying for their bags on any Southwest flight booked on or after May 28. This summer sale requires booking by May 1, so you're in the clear there.

For now, Southwest still offers free iMessage and WhatsApp on every flight, so that's something.

SAVE $500: As of April 29, shop Alienware's Area 51 gaming desktop for $4,999.99, saving you $500, or 9% off.

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At CES 2025, Dell's Alienware debuted its revamped Area 51 collection, a line-up of the brand's most advanced gaming desktops and laptops. It came at a good time, launched in conjunction with Nvidia's 50-series, which are included in the Area 51 models. Alienware makes our favorite gaming laptop, so we're thrilled to see its new collection finally on the market. And we're even more ecstatic to see the Area 51 gaming desktop already on sale.

As of April 29, get the Area 51 gaming desktop for $4,999.99, down from $5,499.99, at Dell. That saves you $500 for 9% off. While that may not seem like a ton of savings, it's actually a pretty good deal considering it comes with Nvidia graphics, which have seen tariff-related price hikes.

SEE ALSO: Get your game on with $35 off the Logitech G Pro 2 gaming mouse

The Area 51 gaming desktop has the best of both worlds when it comes to tech. It's outfitted with the most advanced systems like the Nvidia 5090 graphics card and Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, but all of the components are easily replaceable, too.

It has a tempered glass door, so you can see all of the internal components and get a sleek look, but the real showstopper of the unit is its positive pressure cooling, promising a 13 percent cooler and 45 percent quieter operation. With three different-sized fans inside to cool systems, internal gaskets within the chassis create a seal to build positive pressure, which then expels exhaust through the back of the tower. And it does all of this without an exhaust fan, as the positive pressure pushes out 25 percent more air.

You can shop the Area 51 gaming desktop for $500 off at Dell now.

Check out the best Amazon deals of the day on April 29: OUR TOP PICK Sony ULT Field 1 $88 (save $41.99) Get Deal BEST APPLE DEAL Apple AirPods Pro 2 $169 (save $80) Get Deal BEST BEAUTY TECH DEAL T3 Aire IQ hair dryer $299.99 (save $100) Get Deal BEST GOOGLE DEAL Google Pixel Buds A-Series $59 (save $40) Get Deal BEST SMART HOME DEAL Amazon Echo Show 5 + free WiZ smart bulb $64.99 (save $25) Get Deal

With economic uncertainty afloat and skyrocketing costs, we're pleasantly surprised to see some of our favorite tech brands actually lowering prices. We'd never encourage spending money just because, but if you're in the market for an upgrade and want to save a few bucks in the process, we've rounded up some impressive deals on gadgets at Amazon that we think are worth grabbing on April 29.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day. If none of these are your cup of tea, be sure to check out our picks from yesterday. Many of those deals are still live, including the best price ever on the M4 MacBook Air.

Our top pick: Sony ULT Field 1 Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT Field 1 $88 at Amazon
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After taking the Sony ULT Field 1 speaker for a spin, Mashable's Shopping and Reviews Editor Miller Kern gave it a glowing 4.5 out of 5 stars. While the battery life could be a bit longer (though 12 hours is definitely acceptable), she praised its sound quality, customizable EQs, low-profile design, and bass-thumping ULT setting. It comes in basic black, forest gray, off-white, and a vibrant orange shade (pictured) and each option is currently on sale for only $88. That's 32% in savings and matches the speaker's best price ever from Black Friday.

Read our full review of the Sony ULT Field 1.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $169 at Amazon
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We're still big fans of the AirPods Pro 2 due to their rich and well-balanced sound profile, best-in-class noise cancellation for earbuds, decent battery life, and of course, seamless Apple ecosystem integration. They're our favorite noise-cancelling earbuds for Apple users, especially when they're on sale for 32% off. While this isn't their lowest price on record, $169 is a pretty solid deal for impressive ANC without the bulk.

Read our full review of the AirPods Pro 2.

T3 Aire IQ Opens in a new window Credit: T3 T3 Aire IQ hair dryer $299.99 at Amazon
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One of our favorite Dyson Supersonic dupes, the T3 Aire IQ, just got 25% more affordable. At $299.99, it's over $100 cheaper than the Supersonic, making us even more likely to recommend it over Dyson. It's also down to its lowest price on record. The T3 Air IQ uses intelligent drying with a whole host of controls directly on the dryer itself. It senses which attachments are connected and adjusts the heat and speed based on the hair type you set. There's five heat settings (compared to Dyson's four), three air speeds, and three attachments. Plus, it comes with a magnetic stand that looks good and can hold two of the three attachments.

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"If price and sound quality are all that matter to you, you'll have a tough time finding a better value," Mashable's Alex Perry wrote in his review of the Pixel Buds A-Series. While they're no longer the new kids on the block, they'll still get the job done. The A-Series buds offer solid audio, a comfortable fit, average battery life (five hours or up to 24 with charging case), and Google Assistant support. And as of April 29, they're only $59 instead of $99. That's 40% in savings and just 2 cents away from their best price ever.

Read our full review of the Google Pixel Buds A-Series.

Amazon Echo Show 5 + free WiZ smart bulb Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Show 5 + free WiZ smart bulb $64.99 at Amazon
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The latest Echo Show 5 (from 2023) offers some welcome upgrades, including a speaker system with double the bass and better clarity for calls, music, and more, a speedier processor, and a reengineered microphone array from better Alexa responsiveness. Its display is small at only 5.5 inches, but that's why it makes a good fit for a nightstand or desktop. While typically an affordable $89.99, you can snag it on sale as of April 29 for just $64.99 and get a free WiZ smart bulb to get your smart home up and running. That's 28% in savings.

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

GET 25% OFF: As of April 29, the JBL Go 3 Eco is on sale at Amazon for $29.95, down from $39.95, saving you $10 for 25% off.

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The JBL Go speaker series is designed for total portability. The Eco version retains the same design and weather resistance, but weaves in recycled materials.

Right now, the JBL Go 3 Eco speaker is on sale for 25% off. Get it for $29.95, down from $39.95, at Amazon and save $10.

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Hook it onto your pack or bike handlebars with a carabiner; this speaker is meant to come along for the ride. With an IP67 ingress protection rating, it's certified both waterproof and dustproof, so it can wait out a spring rainstorm with no trouble.

The Eco is made of up to 90% recycled plastic and 100% recycled fabric on the grill. While "up to" doesn't mean that it actually uses that much recycled material in every model, it's still more renewable materials used than most speakers on the market.

JBL speakers bring punchy bass and bright sparkly sound that's perfect for park parties, beaches, and bike rides through busy traffic. Grab one for 25% off and get going.

Leigh Janiak's excellent, reference-laden slasher trilogy Fear Street was one of the real streaming treats of 2021. And this summer, we're heading back to the town of Shadyside, this time in 1988, for another adaptation of R.L. Stine's horror novels.

Netflix has released the official trailer for Fear Street: Prom Queen, following the teaser dropped in February. From director and co-writer Matt Palmer, the film begins days ahead of the Shadyside senior prom, where the competition for the crown is fierce — then the frontrunners start turning up dead.

India Fowler, Suzanna Son, Fina Strazza, David Iacono, Ella Rubin, Chris Klein, Ariana Greenblatt, Lili Taylor, and Katherine Waterston all star.

Fear Street: Prom Queen debuts on Netflix on May 23.

Prices on Amazon have already increased as a result of President Trump's tariffs, and Amazon wants you to know it's not their fault.

According to Punchbowl News report, Amazon will soon start showing customers the tariff costs of products. The site will reportedly display "how much of an item’s cost is derived from tariffs — right next to the product’s total listed price." Up to 70 percent of products on Amazon are imported from China, and the U.S. is currently imposing up to 145 percent levies on Chinese goods. The tariffs on China will have reverberations throughout the global supply chain, and Amazon doesn't want to be blamed for rising consumer costs.

So far, Mashable hasn't been able to confirm the Punchbowl News report, but The White House has already reacted, calling it a "hostile and political act by Amazon." This came from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who added, "it’s not a surprise because Amazon has partnered with a Chinese propaganda arm."

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The president's tariffs have already affected the cost of certain products sold on Amazon. Anker, the Chinese electronics company known for its power banks and chargers, has raised its prices on Amazon by an average of 18 percent since the tariffs were imposed.

On a related note, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday that Amazon is "seeking steep discounts from suppliers" in order to protect its profit margins and continue selling imported goods at low prices. Also on Tuesday, Amazon confirmed that Prime Day 2025 will take place in July, though the tariff situation makes this year's event slightly more complicated.

Amazon is scheduled to share its first quarter earnings report this Thursday, where tariffs will likely be a big theme. Mashable has reached out to Amazon for comment and will update this story if we receive a response.

SAVE $35: As of April 29, get the Logitech G Pro 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse for $114.99, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's a discount of 23%.

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If you're a serious gamer, you probably already know how important a good gaming mouse is. It can make all the difference in terms of scoring another point for your team, feeling like you're totally immersed in a new adventure, and what your speedrun game is looking like. But at the same time, you don't want to spend an arm and a leg on a mouse, even if you spend hours with your favorite game a week. Thankfully, Amazon has your back here.

As of April 29, get the Logitech G Pro 2 Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Mouse for $114.99, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's $35 off and a discount of 23%. This discount applies to all colorways: Black, Magenta, and White.

This mouse is all about speed and precision. According to Logitech, its Hero 2 sensor is "one of the best in gaming" with up to 44K DPI and tracking over 888+ IPS, so you can expect performance for all the twitch shooters and action-based adventures you have. It's wireless, so you don't have to worry about being tangled up in cords, and it's easy to set up and get going.

The mouse uses Lightforce switches that mimic mechanical ones for that great, clicky feeling you associate with gaming mice. It's meant to feel comfortable and accurate, offering tournament-grade experiences even if you're just sitting and playing games at home. With 95 hours of battery life per charge via USB-C, you'll be using it quite a while as well.

Whether you're serious about your gaming time or you just want a new mouse for all your other needs, this is a great option that should get you together. You may even find that it inspires a new love for tournament play.

SAVE $60: As of April 29, shop the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System for just $139.99 at Amazon. Shop now to save $60 for 30% off.

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Around here, we like tools that do it all. If it's going to air fry, it may as well toast and roast too. Because not only does it open up a world of kitchen possibilities, but it saves precious kitchen counter space, too. That's why we like the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System, that's essentially three devices in one. And we like it even more now that it's on sale.

As of April 29, the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System is down to $139.99. That saves you $60 for 30% savings off its list price of $199.99.

All from one motorized base, this kitchen system blends, crushes, chops, and purees. It comes with a standard 72 oz. pitcher for making big batches of smoothies or frozen drinks. Plus, you can use it on hot soups for creamy concoctions. Plus, it can also be a personal blender with the inclusion of two 16 oz. cups.

And if you're worried about having the space for both a blender and a food processor in your kitchen, this mega system also includes a food processor attachment to save some space. It will help you mix doughs or chop vegetables in seconds.

Shop the Ninja Blender Mega Kitchen System for just $139.99 at Amazon.

SAVE UP TO 38%: Both the Apple MacBook Air M3 and the Apple MacBook Air M4 have hit new all-time low prices with the M3 (15 inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB) coming in at $799, down from the normal price of $1,299 and the M4 (13 inch, 16GB RAM, 256GB) coming in at $849, down from the standard price of $999.

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We've all been stressed about fluctuating tariffs and higher prices in pretty much every aspect of life. So when we spot top-of-the-line laptops hitting record-low prices, we're both elated and also perplexed. Regardless of emotions, the numbers don't lie — now is a really great time to grab a new Apple MacBook Air.

As of April 29, the most affordable option is the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M3, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $799 at B&H Photo, down from the standard price of $1,299 which works out to a 38% discount that shaves $500 of the normal price.

You can also go with the latest model and score a 13-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $849 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $999. That works out to a 15% discount that'll save you $150, matching the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

Why are MacBooks Air dropping in price? It's anyone's guess, but we'll take it, especially in this economy. The MacBook Air with an M4 processor was only released in March which means seeing these discounts less than two months after launch is ultra exciting.

SEE ALSO: Best MacBooks of 2025: Which MacBook should you buy?

Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder was impressed with the newest model and wrote in his review, "The new MacBook Air is great. It's powerful, silent, and comes with a couple of much-needed upgrades. It's also cheaper than before, making it the best-buy Apple laptop, period."

Since most affordable M4 comes in at just $50 more than the most affordable M3 (while they're both on sale) grabbing the M4 seems like a no-brainer. It also comes with double the RAM — 16GB instead of the 8GB from the M3. However, the $849 sale price on the MacBook Air with M4 processor is for a 13-inch model. If you're all about size, the 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 processor for $799 might be your best bet. But keep in mind, MacBooks are well known as fantastic laptops, so you're not gonna go wrong with either pick here.

Since we have no idea what the future prices of tech will do, snag a MacBook Air now while it's on sale for a record-low price.

Prime Day 2025 is officially coming in July, Amazon announced in a press release early on April 29.

Not that anyone thought Prime Day wasn't happening this year or anything, but the buzz surrounding such a huge sale event does have a slightly different energy when many people have a recession on the brain.

From electronics to cleaning supplies to clothes, President Donald Trump's tariffs have caused price increases and general economic chaos. And many of the everyday items getting more expensive are Prime Day classics. The official post doesn't actually mention tariffs, of course, but Bezos and friends are well aware of the economic stress that many Prime members are experiencing. Given that intel, we wouldn't be surprised if this is finally the year that Amazon makes Prime Day longer than the usual 48 hours.

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For now, Amazon has confirmed that it's blocked out time for Prime Day in its typical July time slot, but the exact dates of Prime Day 2025 haven't been disclosed yet. Amazon announced the specific dates for Prime Day 2024 (July 16 and 17) in late June, when it also began releasing some early Prime Day deals.

If Prime Day 2025 mimics the typical schedule we've been seeing for the past few years, we can assume it'll start on a Tuesday in early-to-mid July and run for two days. You could roughly pencil in July 8 through 11 or July 15 through 18 for Prime Day 2025, though again, the two-day window isn't set in stone.

SAVE $350: As of April 29, get the Jackery Explorer Portable Power Station for $449, down from its usual price of $799. That's a discount of 44%.

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If you've ever been in an emergency situation without power, you know how frustrating it can be to make sure your devices and appliances get juiced up. You need to charge your phone, use your computer, or maybe even make yourself a cup of coffee, but doing so means leaving the house in search of a power source. With something like a portable power station, you can skip that frustrating step and instead stay right where you are to get all the electricity you need. And with this Amazon deal, you can save big on a device that can make that happen.

As of April 29, get the Jackery Explorer Portable Power Station for $449, down from its usual price of $799. That's $350 off and a discount of 44%.

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This 1500W AC and 100W USB-C output power station can charge up multiple appliances, including your fridge, laptop, phone, and even your AC unit. It's just 23.8 lbs with a 1,070Wh capacity, making it easy to tote around, and it can handle just about any power-centric situation you can think of. Best of all, it has a simple built-in foldable handle so you can lift it in and out of a car or carry around or from your home without awkward drops or falls.

After your power station's charge is depleted, it can be charged from 0% to 100% in just an hour with emergency charging through the Jackery App. Otherwise, it'll take about 1.7 hours for a full charge, so you won't be sitting around waiting for long to get it back up to speed. It has two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, one DC car port, and three sine wave AC ports to handle all your devices at once as well.

Summer is right around the corner, and that means potential bad weather. Keep this portable power station around just in case, and save some money while being prepared.

GET 40% OFF: Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $29.99, get it now and save 40%, or $20 off.

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The Amazon Fire TV Stick plugs in like a USB, but with Wi-Fi 6, it provides access to loads more than any USB could hold — 1.5 million movies and shows. It also comes with live TV to boot.

Right now, Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is back on sale at just under $30. Get it for $29.99 and save 40%, or $20 off.

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The Amazon Fire TV Stick turns your TV into a smart TV. This doesn't mean it's all free for the price of the Fire TV Stick — you'll still need to pay for subscription services. You can't start your marathon re-watch of The Sopranos without first subscribing to Max, for example.

A lot is free with the Fire TV Stick, however. You will be able to watch ad-supported content for free. This includes 300,000 movies and episodes from Prime Video, Fire TV Channels, Tubi, and Pluto TV. Use AI to search the roster in new ways, by content, actor, or theme.

Shows aren't all of it. The Fire TV Stick also allows you to stream Xbox games without a console. Sign up for Game Pass Ultimate and hop into Starfield, Palworld, and more.

As of now, Apr. 29th, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for 40% off. Get it for $29.99 and save $20.

Wi-Fi 6 compatibility means faster connections — providing you with the juice you need to watch in 4K. To get the benefit, you'll need a Wi-Fi 6 router. If your running an older Wi-Fi router, don't fear, it will still connect to that too.

SAVE $60.99: As of April 29, shop the Shark FlexStyle air styling & drying system for 20% off at Amazon. It's down to $239, saving you $60.99.

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I never paid much attention to my hair, assuming the only way I could have sleek blown out locks was from a salon. But over Black Friday, when I was in desperate need of a new blow dryer, I sprang for the Shark FlexStyle while it was on sale. In the six months I've had this air styler it's totally changed my hair game. And there's good news: It's back on sale.

As of April 29, get the Shark FlexStyle for $239 at Amazon. That's $60.99 off its usual $299.99 price tag for 20% in savings.

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The Shark FlexStyle air styling system comes with either straight & wavy attachments or curly & coil attachments, so it will work for any hair type. While it works as a great blow dryer, with attachments like the styling concentrator and diffuser providing sleek straight strands or gorgeous curls, it does much more than that. The oval brush provides exceptional volume, while auto-wrap curlers make waves a breeze.

Shop the Shark FlexStyle now for $239 at Amazon.

First we had a very eerie teaser, and now Weapons – the new horror movie from Barbarian writer/director Zach Cregger – has an equally unsettling trailer.

The story revolves around a school where all the children but one in a class go missing on the same night at the exact same time, leaving their houses and running into the darkness with their arms stretched out at their sides.

Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, Cary Christopher, with Benedict Wong, and Amy Madigan star in what looks like a creepy summer movie worth keeping on your radar.

Weapons opens in theaters Aug. 8.

It's been 41 years since Rob Reiner's This Is Spinal Tap cranked things up to 11 in the mockumentary space in 1984. Now it's prepping for the comeback tour of the ages with Bleecker Street and Fathom Entertainment re-releasing the film in 4K in cinemas this summer.

And this time, a puppet show is not the headliner.

Created by Reiner, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, This Is Spinal Tap follows England's loudest band on the road (well, at least "one louder" than everyone else, thanks to Nigel's amps). The band's all here: David St. Hubbins (McKean) and Nigel Tufnel (Guest) on vocals and guitar, Derek Smalls (Shearer) on bass, Viv Savage (David Kaff) on keys, and Mick Shrimpton (Atomic Rooster drummer R.J. Parnell) on drums.

A tale of doomed drummers dying in bizarre gardening accidents, none more black album cover art, an ill-advised experimental jazz odyssey, miniature bread on the rider, two-word reviews, and an iconic Fran Drescher appearance, This Is Spinal Tap defies explanation. It's the kind of film fans try to explain to their friends but would be better off just showing them — believe me, playing the song "Stonehenge" for your unsuspecting mates as you're approaching the actual Stonehenge is not the sublime intro you think it will be.

The re-release has been timed to bring new audiences in for the long-awaited sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, on Sept. 12, with the cast reprising their now iconic roles and a host of cameos promised including Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Elton John.

This Is Spinal Tap Golden 41st Anniversary Re-Release hits cinemas July 5 to 7.

Dwayne Johnson leads A24's The Smashing Machine as MMA icon and UFC champion Mark Kerr, with the first teaser trailer out today.

Written and directed by Uncut Gems' Benny Safdie, the film sees the Fast and Furious actor and WWE legend as Kerr, tracking his life and career across professional victories and personal struggles, through fight championships and increasing substance abuse.

Emily Blunt plays Kerr's then-wife Dawn Staples, Ryan Bader plays UFC champion Mark Coleman, and Oleksandr Usyk plays MMA fighter Igor Vovchanchyn.

The Smashing Machine hits cinemas Oct. 3.

Long-promised Apple Intelligence features have finally trickled down to most iPhones, but the reactions are lukewarm. Early users weren't very interested according to this survey, and there are reports that Apple is internally disappointed at just how little its users are interacting with AI.

Personally, I've found Apple Intelligence nice to have but not essential.

There's one great thing about Apple Intelligence, though: Since it requires a lot of RAM to operate properly, Apple will reportedly be equipping all of its iPhone 17 models with 12GB of RAM. This is according to recent leaks from China, as well as reports from Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

That's a big step up from the 8GB of RAM that you'll find in all of the iPhone 16 models. It's also rare for Apple to increase the amount of RAM so dramatically in all of its new iPhones, even the most affordable among them, the iPhone 17.

The company doesn't necessarily need to do it; current models support AI with just 8GB of RAM, and Kuo says Apple hasn't yet decided whether it will launch all its new iPhones with 12GB of RAM. But the increase would likely make these iPhones super-smooth, and would pave the way for future, more advanced AI features.

Even if you don't particularly care about AI, getting more RAM in even the basic model is good news for everyone, as it'll make the phone quicker and more responsive — if Apple doesn't increase the price, that is.

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The iPhone 17 lineup is expected to be revealed in early September. Apple will reportedly add an entirely new, super-thin device to the lineup, possibly called the iPhone 17 Air.