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You may have heard by now that after five excruciating years away, Fortnite is finally available on the iOS App Store again. While it's a big victory for developer Epic Games in its ongoing fight with Apple, Fortnite fans should also tip their caps to some other big tech companies.

Late last week, we reported that Fortnite was once again stuck in app store limbo. After Epic Games submitted the app for review, a court filing revealed that Apple would not approve the app unless the court told them to. And that's exactly what happened.

On Monday, May 19, Judge Yvonne Gonzales Rogers issued a court order for Apple to reinstate the game (or prove that it had a legal reason not to do so), and 24 hours later, Fortnite was back on iPhones, per The New York Times. This is the same judge who issued an extraordinary contempt order a few weeks ago, in which she accused Apple of deliberately violating her ruling in this case.

The latest order from the court was another undeniable victory for Epic Games, which has been providing regular updates on the app's approval on X (and throwing quite a bit of shade Apple's way in the process).

However, Epic got some assists along the way. Microsoft, for instance, filed an amicus brief on Tuesday in support of Epic's ongoing legal case against Apple, per The Verge. The Windows maker has wanted to launch a mobile Xbox store on iOS for a while now, but Apple's reluctance to allow apps to steer users to external payment sources (thus circumventing Apple's in-app purchase commissions) has prevented that from happening.

SEE ALSO: 'Fortnite' is back on iOS in the U.S. after 5 years

Music streaming giant Spotify can also claim some credit here, for a couple of reasons. One is that Spotify joined Microsoft, Meta, and X in filing a separate brief in support of Epic Games last year. Another is that, after a court order forced Apple to stop its external payment shenanigans, Spotify became the first big-name app to let users make payments outside of the app without any restrictions.

Epic and Apple have been embroiled in a legal battle over this issue since 2020, and the legal fallout is still ongoing for Apple. It's been quite the journey for the popular battle royale video game and its fans. Having said all that, it seems like the worst part is finally over, and people in the States can once again play their favorite game on their iPhones. Just remember the other tech company friends you made along the way.

In a live music landscape often dominated by inflated ticket prices and impersonal stadium shows, The All-American Rejects are flipping the script.

The band recently kicked off a "house party" tour, and it’s exactly what it sounds like. Instead of arenas or overpriced amphitheaters, the band is offering fans a chance to host a literal house party with a live, pop-up performance from the band themselves. So far, they've played a backyard in Chicago, a bowling alley in Minneapolis, on someone's lawn in Columbia, Missouri for a bunch of college grads, and on the quad at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Fans can even apply through the link in the band’s Instagram bio to bring the show to their city.

The "house party" concept leans heavily into nostalgia, which is a smart play for a band whose early 2000s singles "Dirty Little Secret" and "Move Along" helped define an era of pop-punk adolescence for millennials. But it’s not just about revisiting the past. This tour taps into something deeper: the intimate, communal energy of early DIY shows that forged lasting connections between bands and their fans. And it has landed the band on FYPs across the country.

SEE ALSO: For fans, Ticketmaster is misery business

Perhaps partly because of its online popularity, it’s not just longtime listeners showing up. These intimate shows, often held on college campuses or in public spaces, are introducing The All-American Rejects to a new generation of fans who weren’t around when the band ruled TRL, but who instantly get the appeal of a sing-along anthem in a backyard with no wristbands required.

Even more remarkable? These shows are mostly free to attend. In a time when Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing has made big concert experiences unattainable for many, this feels less like a gimmick and more like a rebellion. The All-American Rejects are bringing live music directly to fans — no dynamic pricing, no service charges, no $25 parking.

At a recent stop in Minneapolis, the All-American Rejects frontman Tyson Ritter delivered a fiery, heartfelt speech that quickly went viral — a clip of the moment, posted by @marissamccall, has racked up over one million views on TikTok. Speaking to a packed crowd, Ritter captured the spirit of the house party tour with blunt honesty: "I want to thank you for coming out and giving a shit about a rock’n’roll band that supports the common man. We’re not trying to sell you finance tickets to Coachella, we’re not trying to sell you Ticketmaster fucking penalty fees, we’re not trying to sell you $25 parking. We’re just trying to sell you some songs you might have grown up with, and let you fucking let go with us in this non-denominational church of rock'n'roll."

The message — part middle finger to concert bloat, part love letter to fans — struck a nerve. Online, fans praised the band for keeping things grounded, authentic, and centered on the music. In an industry increasingly ruled by algorithms, corporate markups, and VIP upgrades, Ritter’s words felt like both a rebellion and a revival.

As one commenter on TikTok put it, "The HARDEST recession indicator. we are SO back."

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In an interview with KBIA in Missouri, Ritter explained how the idea for the tour came about: "The whole thing about this has been sort of like this weird synchronistic happenstance of reactivity. We played this random house party [in Los Angeles], and it was like, of all the shows we played in the last 10 years, it was, like, this big wake-up call to the reality of, 'Oh, this is why we started doing this.' We played in house shows. We played backyards, VFWs, and I just told my manager, 'That worked. Let’s do that.'"

And they are. One lawn, quad, and bowling alley at a time.

Google announced a ton of new products and features at I/O, the company's annual developer conference.

We've compiled a full list of everything announced, but in case you heard about that jaw-dropping $250 a month AI Ultra plan, you might be wondering which of this stuff is actually free.

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Many of the new state-of-the-art tools are bundled into the AI Ultra plan (or the AI Pro plan, which is $20 a month). But for the more casual AI user, Google also has some cool new features you can try right now. Here's a roundup of all the free AI features from Google I/O.

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The public release of AI Mode in Search was one of the big announcements at yesterday's keynote. Many of the features Google touted are free, which makes sense since Google, like most search engines, is free. As of Tuesday, Google has started rolling out AI Mode in the U.S., meaning users will start to see a tab at the top of the page that takes you to a chatbot interface instead of the traditional list of search results.

That may not sound like a big deal, but it basically signifies the nail in the coffin for traditional search and Google's full-on pivot to AI-powered search. AI Mode is free and available now to users in the U.S.

A Virtual try-on fashion tool and a new shopping experience Google now lets you try on clothes virtually. Credit: Google Credit: Google

Since it's a big part of Google's revenue-driving flywheel, shopping got a lot of airtime with the AI Mode announcement. AI Mode is connected to the Shopping Graph, so you can browse products in a whole new way. Eventually, you'll be able to use an agentic feature to price track and buy a product on your behalf. The agentic shopping tool will also be free (not counting the cost of the purchase) and is rolling out in the coming months.

Google also announced a virtual try-on shopping feature, which Mashable's Haley Henschel described as Cher Horowitz's Clueless closet come to life. That feature is free, but currently only available in Google's testing ground Labs. You can sign up to try the feature yourself. We're also eager to try this tool out IRL, and will report back.

Gemini Live and other features fall outside of the $250 a month price tag

Many of the AI features for the Gemini app require at least a $20 a month subscription to the AI Pro plan, and at most, a $250 a month subscription to the AI Ultra plan. But there were a few free features nestled in the keynote. Gemini Live, which is live chatting with Gemini through camera and screen sharing, is now free and available to Android and iOS users with the Gemini app. With this tool, you can show Gemini the world through your camera and ask questions. Spot a weird bug? Gemini Live can help you identify it. Need to translate a menu? Gemini Live can do it.

A new image model: Imagen 4

Yes, it's pronounced just like "imagine." At the I/O keynote, Google also announced Imagen 4, the latest version of its image generator. To date, we haven't achieved spectacular results with Gemini's image generation tools, and this is another feature we're keen to test out. If you want to play around with the new Imagen 4 model, you can try it online in the Gemini app and the experimental Whisk tool. It's also being integrated into Google Slides, Docs, Vids, and other Workspace products.

Google says Imagen 4 is particularly good at fine textures, such as clothing and other textiles. Here are some of the images Google shared to promote the new model:

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Some of the more cutting-edge AI features for Google Workspace like live translation in Google Meet and AI avatars in Google Vids require paid plans. But we also saw some free AI features for Gmail.

That includes personalized Gmail smart replies that match the user's style and tone, automated inbox cleanup with Gemini, and appointment scheduling within emails that pull in availability from your calendar. These free features are rolling out next quarter, so you can't try them out just yet.

A preview of the personalized Smart Replies coming to Gmail. Credit: Google Google's coding agent Jules is free... for now

Google released its agentic coding assistant in Labs earlier this year. And now, Jules is available for anyone to try out. The tool is designed to operate "asynchronously," meaning it can do coding for you while you're working on something else.

While in beta, Google says Jules is free, although there are usage limits. Also, it likely won't be free forever. "We expect to introduce pricing after this beta as the platform matures," said Google in the announcement. So if you're curious, try it now before the price hammer drops.

SPEND $100, GET $30 BACK: Through May 25, get free $30 e-gift cards with all purchases of $100 or more (up to three times) from Chewy with code CELEBRATE.

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If you missed Amazon's pet sale last month, Chewy is now the spot for pet supplies deals in honor of National Pet Month.

Not that pet parents ever wait for a special title to spoil their children, but it would be wise to do a little extra stocking up this week: Chewy is once again rewarding customers who spend $100 with a free $30 gift card. The best part is that each customer can do this three times, potentially reaching $90 in savings on the pet supplies you'd buy eventually anyway. Use code CELEBRATE at checkout to unlock the promo through May 25.

SEE ALSO: 50+ of the best Memorial Day deals and sales already live: Mattresses, Bluetooth speakers, outdoor furniture, and more

The gift card promo applies to the expected stuff like food, treats, litter, and flea and tick supplies from brands like Blue Buffalo and Fresh Step. But the code also works on a ton of more fun Chewy supplies that add some extra comfort to the home where your pet lives rent-free: Shop cat trees, dog beds, and seemingly unlimited pages of toys.

If there's one thing people on the internet love doing, it's showing off — in all its various forms, like flexing (literal or not), humble-bragging, fishing for compliments, whatever. Hell, Instagram became popular for this very reason. TikTok's latest trend is more of the same.

People all over TikTok are posting about their "holy f-ing airballs." You might be wondering what that means, which is fair because it's a pretty nonsensical phrase. The trend basically goes like this: 1) post something about yourself 2) post someone's incorrect expectation of that thing 3) call that expectation a "holy f-ing airball." (For the non-sports people, an "airball" is when you completely miss a shot.)

Typically speaking, the point of the post is to say something like, "Oh, you thought I'm a runner who likes to do fun 5Ks, well, joke's on you, I'm a world-class marathoner." The idea is to subvert expectations in a way that's likely a brag — lots of viral posts, for one reason or another, seem to also subvert the idea that folks would think they're right-wingers. Here are a few popular examples of the trend.

It makes sense that this trend has taken off; people love bragging, posting about themselves, and proving others wrong. So for the next few days or so, get ready to see even more f-ing airballs.

Watch CEO Satya Nadella unveil all the biggest product moves, including Copilot and Azure updates, developer tools, and more, from Seattle.

SAVE $17: As of May 21, the Petlibro Dockstream Smart Fountain is on sale for $62.99 instead of $79.99 at Amazon. That's about 21% in savings.

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Just like us, cats need sufficient water intake to stay happy and healthy. But some cats are snobs and refuse to drink out of any old water bowl. That's where a fancy gadget like the Dockstream Smart Fountain comes in.

As of May 21, the Petlibro Dockstream Smart Fountain is on sale at Amazon for just $62.99. That's 21% off its list price (which is inflated at Amazon) and a dollar cheaper than on Petlibro's own website.

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Not only will the Dockstream Smart Fountain give your cat the bougie, four-layer filtered fresh water they want (and expect), but it also gives you peace of mind with real-time insights into your pet's water intake. Download the companion app and track how much water your cat drinks, set custom hydration goals, monitor water levels, and get alerted when it's time to clean or change the filter. The tank is completely detachable, and the pump is wireless for effortless cleaning.

If you have a snobby cat who won't drink enough water, the Dockstream Fountain could be the upgrade you need. After all, the $62.99 you spend on the fountain will certainly be cheaper than a vet bill from your four-legged friend's dehydration.

SAVE $45: As of May 21, get the Sonos Roam 2 for $134, down from its usual price of $179 at Amazon. That's a discount of 25%.

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Listening to your favorite music at home is always a better experience with a quality speaker. And if you're looking for one that you can use both at home and on the go, you can score a fantastic Sonos speaker from Amazon right now for a significant discount.

As of May 21, get the Sonos Roam 2 for $134, down from its usual price of $179, at Amazon. That's $45 off and a discount of 25%.

SEE ALSO: The Sony ULT Field 1 speaker is back down to its best-ever price of $88

The Sonos Roam 2 is a portable, lightweight speaker that boasts an IP67 waterproof rating, so you can take it with you to the beach, hang out and listen with it poolside, or just keep it in your car without having to worry about it being affected by weather or the errant splash.

It's also good for listening to your favorite tunes at home as a permanent installation, too. Its crisp treble with satisfying bass ensures you can rock out with plenty of volume to your favorite albums.

Plus, its rechargeable battery provides up to 10 hours of listening time, so you can have an all-day party. If all that sounds good, you should close on this Sonos deal while you can before it goes back up in price. You'll appreciate being able to groove the night away with a speaker that can go everywhere you do.

Best Audio Deals

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $19.98 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $149.00

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $228.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $249.95 (List Price $399.95)

OpenAI said it was buying io, a start-up founded by Mr. Ive, the designer of the iPhone, to usher in a new era of artificial intelligence hardware.

SAVE 35%: As of May 21, you can get the GoveeLife Smart Air Purifier 2 Pro for $84.49, down from $129.99 (with an on-screen coupon), at Amazon. That's a 35% discount and a $45.49 savings. It's also the lowest price we've seen on this model.

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If you have pets or seasonal allergies, getting an air purifier might be a good idea.

As of May 21, you can get the GoveeLife Smart Air Purifier 2 Pro for $84.49, down from $129.99 (with an on-screen coupon), at Amazon. That's a 35% discount and $45.49 in savings. It's also the lowest price we've seen on this model.

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Memorial Day Sale has already started — shop tech, home goods, and more

The GoveeLife Smart Air Purifier 2 Pro covers 1,162 square feet, making it ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and basements. You can use Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands to turn it on and off, or you can use the Govee app on your smartphone to monitor the air quality in real time and tweak settings.

The Auto Mode automatically adjusts the fan speed based on the surrounding air quality. There’s also an LED indicator light that changes color to let you know how clean your air is. And, if you need it, there’s a Turbo Mode for quick purification. (This might be useful if you’re painting or doing other home improvement projects.)

If you’re a light sleeper, the Sleep Mode is “whisper quiet” at 24dB. Thanks to its three-stage filtration system, you won’t have to worry about odors, dust, pollen, pet dander, smoke, or other allergens, even when it’s operating at lower speeds.

The best home and kitchen deals to shop this week

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $99.90 (List Price $159.00)

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $179.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $449.95

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $399.99 (List Price $699.99)

SAVE $110.51: The Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud cooling pillow (queen) is on sale at Amazon for $88.49, down from the listed MSRP at Tempur-Pedic of $199. That's a 56% discount.

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Not many people know about this sleep secret, but Memorial Day is one of the best times to get an entirely new sleep set-up. It's an ideal time of the year to score a new mattress at a deep discount. And that means it's also a great time for new pillows. If you can't remember the last time you bought new pillows, there's a nice deal at Amazon today.

As of May 21, the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud cooling pillow (queen) is on sale for $88.49, marked down from the price listed at Tempur-Pedic of $199. That works out to a 56% discount at Amazon, which save you $110.51 on the pillow.

SEE ALSO: The best pillows for a good night's sleep after a doomscrolling session

We know what you're thinking: $200 for a pillow is a whole lot of money. And you're not wrong. Tempur-Pedic makes some of the most high-end bedding including mattresses, sheets, and pillows. And with that comes high prices, which is why we're pretty jazzed to see this high-end pillow drop to an affordable price.

The cooling pillow can be a huge relief if you tend to sleep hot and need to flip your pillow to the cool(er) side several times per night. Tempur-Pedic used cooling gel foam on both sides of this pillow, so it resists absorbing your body's heat. Instead, you'll be able to sleep well on the extra-soft pillow that's designed for side, back, or stomach sleepers.

Plus, the removable cover is machine-washable, and the material packs down well so you can bring it along on summer vacation without needing to check an entire suitcase for a pillow.

While it's on sale for $88.49, snag the cooling Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud pillow. You deserve a good night's rest without waking up sweaty.

The best home and kitchen deals to shop this week

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $99.90 (List Price $159.00)

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $179.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $449.95

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $399.99 (List Price $699.99)

SAVE $80: As of May 21, get the Anker Prime Docking Station for $189.99, down from its usual price of $269.99, at Amazon. That's a discount of 30%.

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Whether you work from home or you just need a way to tidy up your computer station, you should consider a docking station to house all your charging and cable needs in one spot. And you can get one for a great price at Amazon right now.

As of May 21, get the Anker Prime Docking Station for $189.99, down from its usual price of $269.99. That's $80 off for a discount of 30%.

SEE ALSO: Snag Soundcore by Anker earbuds at Amazon for just $20

This 14-in-1 docking station can charge up to four devices at once, with 160W of total output. It has three USB-C ports with 100W max each and one USB-A port at 12W max and 11 additional ports with speeds up to 10Gbps. It can also support dual streaming or mirroring across 2 displays should you need two of them for work or play.

You don't have to worry about connecting everything to one desktop or laptop with this station, and it can make having everything you need to handle a work shift or navigating a small space at home feel much more manageable.

At this price, you can get everything set up for under $200.

Best Tech Deals

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $99.00 (List Price $99.99)

• Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $149.95)

• Roborock Qrevo Master Robot Vacuum and Mop — $899.99 (List Price $1599.99)

• Peloton Bike — $1,145.00 (List Price $1445.00)

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

SAVE $130.04: The Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 purifying fan is on sale at Amazon for $299.95, marked down from the standard price of $429.99. That's a 30% discount that comes within 95 cents of the lowest price we've seen at Amazon.

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Summer heat waves are about to take hold. If you don't have a fan set-up yet, it's a great idea to snag one before they sell out. If you're also interested in cleaner air, there's a great sale price at Amazon today on a Dyson purifying fan.

As of May 21, the Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 purifying fan is on sale at Amazon for $299.95, down from the usual price of $429.99. That's a 30% discount that takes $130.04 off the normal price. It also comes in at just 95 cents more than the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

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With 350-degree oscillation, you'll get a whole-room breeze this summer without a fight over who gets the cool air. Plus, Dyson makes some of the most sophisticated filtrations systems on the market. That's especially useful if you deal with pollen allergies or live in an area that gets summer wildfire smoke.

The Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 uses Dyson's glass HEPA filter combined with a carbon filter, which can help reduce airborne irritants like dust, dander, pollen, and smoke. Plus, this model comes with a remote control for extra convenience.

Come bedtime, switch the Dyson Purifier Cool to night mode, which dims the display and uses the quietest settings possible.

Before the summer's sticky heat arrives, snag the Dyson Purifier Cool Gen1 TP10 while it's $299.95 at Amazon. You'll save over $130.

The best home and kitchen deals to shop this week

• Skylight Frame 10-inch Digital Picture Frame — $99.90 (List Price $159.00)

• Ninja Crispi Air Fryer — $159.99 (List Price $179.99)

• Birdfy AI Smart Solar Powered Bird Feeder with Camera — $179.99 (List Price $249.99)

• KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer — $449.95

• Eufy Omni C20 Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Emptying Base — $399.99 (List Price $699.99)

SAVE 50%: As of May 21, you can get the Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds for just $19.98, down from $39.99, at Amazon. That's a 50% discount and $20.01 in savings. It's also a new record-low price.

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If you’re looking for a new pair of earbuds that are affordable, durable, and won’t fall out while you’re exercising, the Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds might be worth a try — especially now that they’re on sale for their lowest price ever.

As of May 21, you can get the Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds for just $19.98, down from $39.99, at Amazon. That's a 50% discount and $20.01 in savings. It's also a new record-low price by exactly one cent. (But a deal's a deal, right?)

SEE ALSO: 50+ of the best Memorial Day deals and sales already live: Mattresses, Bluetooth speakers, outdoor furniture, and more

The P20i earbuds have “oversized” 10mm drivers for strong bass, come in five colors, and have a battery life of up to 30 hours with the charging case (10 without it), which is pretty impressive for earbuds in this price range. You’ll also get an extra two hours of power after a quick 10-minute charge.

The app lets you set tap controls and customize the sound with 22 EQ presets. And, you can also make hands-free calls sans background noise thanks to its AI-enhanced microphones. That’s not bad for earbuds that cost less than $30.

The best headphones and speaker deals to shop this week

• Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds — $19.98 (List Price $39.99)

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $38.00 (List Price $59.99)

• JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker — $99.95 (List Price $129.95)

• Bose SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker — $149.00

• Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $228.00 (List Price $348.00)

• JBL Bar 300 5.0ch Compact Soundbar — $249.95 (List Price $399.95)

SAVE UP TO $500: As of May 21, most sizes (42-inch through 83-inch) of the 2024 LG C4 OLED TV and 2025 LG C5 OLED TV are on sale at Best Buy. Savings range between $200 to $500 off (up to 20% off) depending on size, plus free shipping.

Memorial Day sales may be best known for mattress deals and discounted summer essentials, but Memorial Day TV deals are definitely still a thing.

For instance, Best Buy's Memorial Day Sale has dropped the price on one of the most highly-awaited TVs of the year: The LG C5 OLED. It's the newest edition of what is possibly the most beloved OLED on the internet, and all three sizes are seeing slight discounts after just coming out in March.

SEE ALSO: Save over $50 on a 12-month subscription to Peacock with this handy coupon code

But that's not the only C-something LG OLED that's getting attention. Best Buy also has the 2024 LG C4 on sale in every single size, and these discounts beat the percentage off you'd be getting on the C5. Like we always say: Spring is one of the best times to find TVs on sale because the old ones go on sale to make room for the new ones that just came out. Memorial Day has full summer vibes, but it's technically still in spring.

Here's the full breakdown of the C4 and C5 deals at Best Buy to easily compare price differences between sizes:

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• LG 42-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $799.99 $999.99 (save $200)

• LG 48-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $899.99 $1,099.99 (save $200)

• LG 55-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,199.99 $1,399.99 (save $200)

• LG 65-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,599.99 (save $300)

• LG 77-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,999.99 $2,499.99 (save $500)

• LG 83-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $2,999.99 $3,499.99 (save $500)

The percentage off of these C4 models actually beats that of the current discounts on the more budget-friendly LG B4 OLED. The 65-inch B4 in particular is only $100 less than the 65-inch C4, and Reddit would tell you that the C4 is the way to go. If you're buying this TV for an elevated gaming experience, a mere $100 is negligible to secure the C4's 144Hz refresh rate, a brighter SDR picture, and better reflection handling.

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• LG 42-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,399.99 (save $100)

• LG 48-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,399.99 $1,599.99 (save $200)

• LG 55-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• LG 65-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $2,299.99 $2,699.99 (save $400)

• LG 77-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $3,299.99 $3,699.99 (save $400)

• LG 83-inch C4 OLED 4K TV — $3,299.99 $3,699.99 (save $400)

As the successor, the LG C5 sees natural improvements over the C4, like better brightness and heightened accuracy in HDR. Its overall image quality is expectedly dazzling and is particularly legible in bright rooms. But after comparing the two, CNET's Ty Pendlebury says that the C4 is the better value than the C5 at this time — there's just not a big enough difference in quality to justify the giant price hike between sizes of the C4 and C5.

That's probably still true when both series are on sale. But if you'd rather just get the latest and greatest, here's a chance to shave off a few hundred dollars.

SAVE $400: The Ecovacs Deebot N30 Omni robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $399.99, down from the standard MSRP of $799.99. That's a $400 discount that matches the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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These days, vacuuming can be pretty quick with a cordless stick model, but mopping is a whole other thing. If you'd like to relinquish the task of vacuuming and mopping to an intelligent robot, there's a nice deal at Amazon today.

As of May 21, the Ecovacs Deebot N30 Omni robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $399.99, marked down from the list price at Ecovacs of $799.99. That's a major 50% discount that takes $400 off the normal price. It also matches the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.

The Ecovacs Deebot N30 works as both a robot vacuum and a mop, and it does so with impressive features. For one, it used the Ecovacs ZeroTangle 2.0 technology, which means this is a nice model for those with pets that shed. The vacuum's 10,000Pa suction is also really useful in that regard, as well as when it comes to picking up dust and debris.

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In terms of mopping, the Ecovacs Deebot N30 relies on Ozmo Turbo 2.0, which works at 180 rotations per minute with 1.57 pounds of force. Perhaps one of the best mopping qualities of the Ecovacs Deebot N30 is its auto mop washing compete with hot air drying — which means no damp, smelly mop pads.

Instead of wasting more of life's precious time on cleaning the floor, snag the Ecovacs Deebot N30 while it's on sale at Amazon for $399.99.

TikTok's For You page has revolutionised the way we consume content online. Creators catapult to virality overnight, and algorithms dictate the videos we consume, rather than our following lists. This is a positive for creators and influencers in some ways, as it can make it simpler to find new and relevant audiences and grow. But as clever as these algorithms are, they don't always get it right. And it's all too easy for a video to end up on the screen of the wrong person. 

This is a particular concern for female creators, with the rise of misogyny online. In fact, 60 percent of teen girls in the U.S. have encountered harassment on social media platforms, according to a 2023 survey by Pew Research Center. In the UK, the Office for National Statistics found that 23 percent of women aged 16 to 24 have reported incidents of sexual harassment, with the UK government recently recognising violence against women, which includes online abuse, as a national threat.

SEE ALSO: AI job interviewers are going viral on TikTok

Dealing with misogyny online is difficult for anyone, but it becomes a particular issue when posting content online is your job. Not only do you rely on the income you make on social media, but you also must spend a lot of time on these apps. When you're dealing with misogynistic abuse on a daily basis, going online becomes unenjoyable, unsafe, and a threat to your career.

Misogyny on the FYP

When influencer and author Hari Beavis's recipe content and vlogs started to go viral on TikTok, she quickly became subject to abuse. "If one of my videos hits a male audience, I will not look at the comments because I know there will be hate or misogynistic comments," she tells Mashable. This includes comments sexualizing her body: "There are endless comments about my breasts on some videos," she says.

Beavis isn't alone in her experiences either. Eliza Hatch is the founder of Cheer Up Luv, a feminist platform she founded in 2017 to address the public sexual harassment women face across the world. But it wasn't on that platform, but her own personal social media page, when Hatch started posting videos of herself skateboarding that she found herself subject to an extreme amount of online misogyny. "When I started posting about my skateboarding journey on TikTok, I initially received a lot of negative comments from men telling me how shit I was and that skateboarding isn't for girls," she says. "I was really surprised at that level of vitriol I was experiencing just from posting about my personal experiences of skateboarding."

One of the reasons online misogyny is such a concern right now is because of the rise of incel culture online, and social media algorithms play a big part in this. A 2024 algorithmic study by University College London found that the amount of misogynistic content shown to teen users on TikTok could increase by 400 percent in just five days, which has a huge knock-on effect for women sharing content online.

Certain incel groups online promote networked misogyny, when high-profile figures encourage others to actively harass women online, explains Dr Carolina Are, a social media researcher at Northumbria University's Centre for Digital Citizens. 

"Some of them may just be reacting to content they see, while others may search keywords or be part of groups where content is dropped to trigger harassment," Dr Are says, adding: "This is to destabilise individual creators, but it's also more sinister: it's an active campaign to silence specific users, and to create a homogenous idea of acceptable femininity based on archaic gender roles."

One of the issues with algorithms that promote recommended content rather than showing your posts to a list of people who have chosen to follow you is that it's almost impossible to hide your posts from people you don't want them to reach. Plus, algorithms are driven by engagement, but it doesn't matter why or how someone is engaging with the content. When someone who is using a social media app to promote misogyny sees and engages with a video, it's pushed out to a similar audience because the algorithm thinks they might engage with it too, which turns into a toxic cycle in which the creator is suddenly exposed to a huge amount of trolling.

Furthermore, many people use apps like TikTok anonymously. "On TikTok, a lot of people have faceless accounts because not everyone makes and posts TikToks, so they feel they can say anything they want, and in my case, it's always from men about my body," Beavis says. Hatch agrees that she feels safer on apps where she's interacting with people who have chosen to follow her: "On Instagram, I've got such an amazing community that I always feel protected — everyone stands up for each other," she says.

"A lot of accounts, particularly on platforms like TikTok, are anonymous and just exist to lurk, either for harassment purposes or because they're not interested in creating content," Dr Are explains. "Without a stable identity, these users aren't encouraged to act in a civil way."

Making social media safer for women

Finding safe spaces online for women is, therefore, becoming increasingly difficult, as more and more social media apps switch to algorithmic formats that show you recommended posts. For Beavis, this meant stopping posting on TikTok for a period. 

"I didn't post on TikTok for a few months as it really got me down and I didn't see the point in posting if my videos were just going to an audience that [was] going to objectify me," she says. It was also one of the reasons she made a private community specifically for women, called The Big Tittie Committee. As you might have guessed from the name, the community is designed for women with larger breasts, sharing tips, recommendations, and experiences. For Beavis, the obvious decision was to make this account private with an admissions process. "I wanted this to be my private female empowerment page — a place without men on social media," she says.

Aside from making private accounts, there's no simple solution to eradicating this type of misogyny from social media for the creators experiencing it. But is there any way of making these algorithms safe for women? "I don't think these mechanisms are inherently harmful because they are similar to offline life — they just act on a much more heightened scale and with [fewer] checks and balances," Dr Are says. "If I have one person on the street harassing me, it's just one person and I can hopefully report them to the police," she continues. "If I go viral, it's like a whole city is harassing me all at once without any consequences for them and no protection for me."

SEE ALSO: The hidden consequences of being banned from dating apps Relying on ourselves, not platforms

According to the TikTok Community Guidelines, misogyny is called a hateful ideology. When asked for comment, a TikTok spokesperson echoed some of this definition and told Mashable: "Misogyny is a hateful ideology that is not tolerated on TikTok, and we remove 88 percent of content found to break these rules before it is reported to us." The app will take action against comments that violate its policies. 

But the creators Mashable spoke to noted that they feel as though a lot of the responsibility falls on them to manage these comments themselves, by deleting and reporting them. "In my own experience, following some of my videos going viral, I was the one who had to insert keywords such as 'rape' in my comment filters," Dr Are says.

The added responsibility of moderating what is an overwhelmingly hateful comment section is a particular issue when you're using social media as your main form of income, having to choose between continuing to earn money by posting or refraining from doing so to protect yourself from misogyny. "With a larger following, as it grows, you become susceptible to more unwanted comments," says Beavis, who has over 300,000 followers on Instagram.

It's unfortunate, given that influencing is a career that's dominated by women (an estimated 77 percent of influencers globally are women), that online spaces feel far from safe. "Social media can be so amazing in so many ways, but for a woman, it can be really destructive," Beavis says. Hatch agrees that as much as she's tried to ignore the abuse, it has changed her experience of using social media: "I definitely don't post as much about skateboarding anymore — it has had a lasting impact," she says.

Ultimately, all of this goes to show just how novel algorithms like the For You page are and the potential dangers of relying on automated systems, as well as artificial intelligence, to keep us safe online. And it leads us to ask: Is there a world in which social media platforms can prioritise healthy, meaningful usage and interactions over a pursuit for maximal, and ultimately unhealthy, levels of engagement? The idea already feels utopian, but it's essential if we're to hope for a feminist digital world.

Best Craftsman Tools on Sale at Amazon Best Craftsman Tool Set Deal Craftsman Versastack Mechanics Tool Set $99 (Save $100) Get Deal Best Craftsman Drill and Impact Driver Deal Craftsman V20 Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver $99 (Save $50) Get Deal Best Craftsman Blade Deal Craftsman Bi-Metal Oscillating Tool Blade for Wood and Metal $16.99 (Save $22.99) Get Deal

The weather is getting warmer, and that means you might want to start working on all those DIY projects you've been putting off. Whether that means fixing that leaking faucet or working on an extension of your home, one thing holds true: you're going to need the right tools to get it done. Craftsman has those tools for you in droves, no matter what it is you're looking for.

If you're looking to grab a few that can save you some serious money before you dive into the projects on your to-do list, you can head to Amazon right now, where you'll find tool sets, impact drivers, and more on sale now for up to 60% off.

Head on over to Amazon to browse the full selection of Craftsman tools on sale, and find some of our favorite picks from the sale below to get started.

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This 230-piece set comes with everything you need to get started on some of your more complex projects. That includes 1/4-, 3/8-, and half-inch standard American imperial ratchets and socket sets, a handheld screwdriver, box wrenches, specialty bits for unique repair jobs, and more. At half off, you aren't going to beat this tool kit, especially if you need to outfit a beginner for any of the items on your to-do list, or you want to get into repairing things on your own.

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This cordless drill and impact driver set is the perfect kit to get started on whatever you need to handle around, inside, and outside your home. The drill's powerful motor offers up to 280 uwo of power, and the impact driver's easy bit change feature makes it simple to change things up when you need to. Plus, both items come with an LED light to help you see, and a special case to hold everything.

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Need to cut wood or metal? These blades are the perfect option. They can get through difficult pieces or items that refuse to move, like old furniture in your home or newer pieces that you're creating by hand. Plus, you get a pack of three, which means you don't have to stop and go buy another blade should something happen to the first one you've got. All that for under $20 makes for a fantastic deal.

The company also said it would take several more weeks to resolve issues relating to the attack, which came to light last month.

SAVE $41.99: As of May 21, the Sony ULT Field 1 is back down to $88, down from $129.99, at Amazon in every color variety. That's 32% in savings and matches its best price on record.

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It didn't take long for Sony's ULT Field 1 speaker to join the ranks of our favorite Bluetooth speakers. Just a year old, we're still singing the Mashable Choice Award winner's praises — even more so now that it's steadily on sale for less than $100.

As of May 21, the Sony ULT Field 1 is back on sale for its lowest price ever, just $88, in every color option. That's 32% off its list price of $129.99 and only the third time it's dropped down this low.

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Mashable's Miller Kern tested the speaker last year when it launched and gave it a glowing 4.5 out of 5 stars review, writing that she could see it becoming her new go-to outdoor speaker. It's waterproof, dustproof, rustproof, and shockproof. Plus, this baby can get loud AF. "I can’t imagine ever playing music at full volume in my apartment. This speaker would be amazing for beach days or barbecues, though," Kern writes in her review.

While the battery life could be better, it's still satisfactory at 12 hours. Plus, its sound quality, customizable EQ levels, low-profile design, and bass-thumping ULT setting are so good it's easy to overlook the so-so battery. As Kern put it, "The ULT Field 1 speaker is impressive, there’s no denying that."

At full price, we called it a great bang for your buck. At only $88, it almost feels too good to be true.

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