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During Apple's WWDC keynote yesterday, the company announced the upcoming launch of macOS Tahoe 26 — the operating system update for MacBook laptops and iMac desktops. The macOS 26 update will launch in the fall, and Apple also said this will be the final software release for Intel-based Macs. That means any iMac or MacBook not equipped with an Apple silicon chip will no longer receive future software updates post-Tahoe.

Basically, if you have a laptop with an M1, M2, M3, or M4 chip, you're safe. Some Macs released in 2019 and 2020 with Intel chips can also be upgraded to Tahoe. Older Intel Macs without support will still be usable, but they'll soon be very outdated.

This is not an unexpected development, as Apple has been distancing itself from its Intel-based machines ever since the release of the first in-house Apple silicon chip back in 2020, the M1. Once the 2023 MacBook Pro M3 was released, Apple fully stopped manufacturing new Intel Macs, and this news only further solidifies the company's Intel breakup.

Intel Macs that are compatible with Tahoe will still receive security updates for the next three years, but that's it. “Apple silicon enables us all to achieve things that were previously unimaginable, and it’s time to put all of our focus and innovation there,” Apple Senior Director of Developer Relations, Matthew Firlik, said during the WWDC keynote. “If you’ve not done so already, now is a great time to help your users migrate to the Apple silicon versions of your apps.”

SEE ALSO: Apple had an impossible task at WWDC. Here's why.

A breakdown of all macOS-Tahoe-compatible Macs can be found on Apple's website. The list is as follows:

• MacBook Air with Apple silicon (2020 and later)

• MacBook Pro with Apple silicon (2020 and later)

• MacBook Pro (16‑inch, 2019)

• MacBook Pro (13‑inch, 2020, four Thunderbolt 3 ports)

• iMac (2020 and later)

• Mac mini (2020 and later)

• Mac Studio (2022 and later)

• Mac Pro (2019 and later)

The best gift card deals as of June 10: BEST FOOD DELIVERY GIFT CARD DEAL DoorDash $50 gift card $42.50 (save $7.50) Get Deal BEST RIDESHARE GIFT CARD DEAL Lyft $100 gift card $85 (save $15) Get Deal BEST ENTERTAINMENT GIFT CARD DEAL Fandango $50 gift card $40 (save $10) Get Deal BEST SUBSCRIPTION GIFT CARD DEAL Tinder Gold gift card $27.99 (save $12) Get Deal

Still looking for a Father's Day gift? Or maybe a last-minute graduation or wedding present? You can't go wrong with a gift card — you know your giftee will use it, unlike that fancy sous vide machine that's still sitting in their cabinet untouched.

If you've run out of gift ideas and are in need of a Hail Mary, Amazon has your back with up to 20% off gift cards of all kinds. The selection covers services and establishments like DoorDash, Fandango, and even Taco Bell. In other words, you've got options. Here are our top picks.

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While it's not the most exciting gift around, a DoorDash gift card is a great pick for practically anyone. With the rising costs of, well, everything, free meal delivery is quite the blessing. Gift someone $50 of endless dinner options at their fingertips via DoorDash for only $42.50. That saves you $7.50, or 15%. Just be sure to select the $50 option before heading to checkout to see the savings reflected automatically. Want to give even more? You can grab a $100 DoorDash gift card at Best Buy for only $85, also saving you 15%.

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A $100 Lyft gift card can go a long way — particularly when fare hikes are outrageous (like after an NFL game ends or a when Taylor Swift is in town). And as of June 10, it'll only cost you $85, saving you 15%. Be sure to choose the $100 option as the gift amount and enter your recipient's email address, and the $15 in savings should be reflected at checkout.

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Help keep cinema alive by gifting a $50 Fandango gift card to a movie lover in your life. It'll only cost you $40, which is 20% in savings, and is available to use at thousands of theaters nationwide, as well as online for digital Fandango purchases. As a lightning deal at Amazon, this price won't be around for long. It'll jump back to full price once the deal is 100% claimed.

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After years of smartphone size inflation, the tide is turning the other way.

Samsung announced in a brief, almost hilariously vague blog post on its website on Tuesday that the "the newest Galaxy Z series" will be the thinnest and lightest batch of foldables from the company to date. That's...pretty much the only bit of news in the blog post. Samsung didn't say when the foldables will be shown off, how many foldables there will be, what they will be called, or even specifically how thin and light they will be.

However, we can use a combination of common sense and leaks to fill in some of those blanks. Samsung announces new foldables every summer, so it probably won't be long now before we actually see these devices. Barring a true surprise, there will almost certainly be two foldables: The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, assuming Samsung sticks to its usual routine. If Samsung's specific verbiage in the blog post is to be trusted, both will be thinner and lighter than before.

SEE ALSO: 7 Samsung Galaxy S25 settings to change right away (and 1 you definitely shouldn't)

Beyond that, prolific tech leaker @UniverseIce on X (via TechRadar) claimed in May that the Z Fold 7 specifically will be just 3.9mm thick in its unfolded state and 8.9mm when folded. The Galaxy Z Fold 6's thickness measures in at 5.6mm when unfolded and 12.1mm when folded, for comparison's sake.

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This continues a recent trend of smartphone companies trying to make flagships (or flagship-adjacent devices) as thin as possible. Samsung recently released the Galaxy S25 Edge, a phone that is, indeed, very thin. Apple is also heavily rumored to be working on something called the "iPhone 17 Air," which would be an iPhone equivalent to what Samsung made, theoretically, anyway.

Here's hoping the battery life doesn't suffer too much from all this deflation.

Dracula is reframed in a coming-of-age setting in Abraham's Boys: A Dracula Story, a horror that follows Bram Stoker's Van Helsing character 18 years after the events of the legendary vampire novel.

Based on Joe Hill's short story of the same name, Abraham's Boys teases a troubled 1915 rural family where the two young boys live in the shadow of an erratic father, and a mother who seems convinced (with good reason) that something unpleasant may be closing in on her.

Written and directed by Natasha Kermani (V/H/S/85), Abraham's Boys stars Titus Welliver, Jocelin Donahue, Aurora Perrineau, Judah Mackey, and Brady Hepner.

Abraham's Boys is in theaters July 11.

Threads, Mark Zuckerberg's answer to X, has been around for nearly two years. And soon, users will finally be able to send direct messages (DMs) on the app.

Until now, anyone wanting to DM someone on Threads had to jump over to Instagram. That workaround makes some sense — you can’t have a Threads account without also having an Instagram account — but switching between apps is a clunky experience, especially on a platform built for quick, conversational posts.

SEE ALSO: How a Threads post helped me find community and beat loneliness How to send a DM onInstagram's Threads Credit: Instagram Threads

Meta, which owns Threads along with Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, says it’s starting to test an in-app DM inbox in select markets, including Hong Kong, Thailand, and Argentina. The plan is to roll the feature out more broadly in the near future.

"Our community has been asking for a way to continue their 1:1 conversations without breaking the flow by switching to another app," Threads said in a press release. "By keeping the conversation within the app, we’re making it easier for users to connect and build on each other’s perspectives."

Some users do seem eager for DMs. One post that read, "Kinda wish Threads had a DM because I rly be wanting to talk to some of you," got over 375 likes.

But not everyone is on board. Many Threads users actually seem to enjoy the platform’s DM-free simplicity. A June 3 post with more than 600 likes and 100 reposts said: "I actually love that Threads has no DMs tbh." Replies echoed the sentiment: "DM-free Threads is the reason I can actually enjoy posting again," one user said. Another wrote, "It’s why I'm never leaving." One popular post simply read, "reasons why I love Threads 1 – no one can dm you," and racked up thousands of likes.

So, will people embrace DMs on Threads? Time will tell. But whether you’re excited or dreading it, one thing’s for sure: They’re coming.

SAVE $20: As of June 10, grab the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for just $29.99. That gives you $20 in savings for 40% off.

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So you have a great TV already. It provides crisp 4K picture in vivid color, so you can watch all your favorite shows and movies in the best quality possible. But now that you have such a capable TV, you need a streamer to complete your set-up. While many TVs come with built-in smart TVs, an external streamer has its perks. That's why we like the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K — and it's on sale now.

As of June 10, get the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $29.99. That saves you $20 off its list price of $49.99 for 40% savings. That's the lowest price the streamer has hit this year. Last year, the streamer dropped all the way down to $21.99, making it its lowest price ever. So until we see that price again, $29.99 is pretty good.

Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K is a great budget streamer. For just $30, it provides access to all of your favorite streaming apps. If your number one streaming service is Prime Video, this is the best streaming device for you. It puts Prime content front and center so it's easy to access. But regardless of where you're watching, Prime will put all of your recently watched show in a convenient continue watching tab so you don't need to sort through all the apps. The streamer isn't perfect and does have a bit of lag from time to time, but for $29.99, we're not complaining.

Grab the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for $29.99 at Amazon now.

Apple's new iPhone operating system could seriously change the way you use emoji and Genmoji.

The tech giant announced and previewed iOS 26 on Monday during its highly anticipated keynote address at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). There was lots of news: a total redesign, new Maps tools, and new spam-blocking tools, to name a few.

Tucked into that waterfall of news was a big change to Genmoji and emoji. In short: You'll soon have more ability to customize your Genmoji with ChatGPT and by combining emoji. The new iOS will allow users to "mix together emoji and combine them with descriptions to create something new," Apple wrote in a press release. Apple, for example, showed off what looked like an emoji sloth discovering a good idea...which, sure, OK.

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Apple also noted that iOS 26 will allow users to employ ChatGPT to customize their images and emoji. It showed, for instance, that in Image Playground users can make emoji (or images) stylized in different ways using the AI tool. An image of a beach ball, for instance, could be made to look like it was an oil painting.

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These tools seemed to be aimed at spicing up your group chats. Gone are the days of a simple :) it would seem.

SAVE $50: As of June 10, get the Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard for $99.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's a discount of 33%.

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If you spend a lot of time at your desk buried in video games, you probably already know that a good gaming keyboard is a necessity. Not only can it elevate how you play, but tactile switches, springy keys, and fun RGB decor just make the entire experience a little more fun. If you haven't had a chance to try one, now's a good time to invest with this deal from Amazon.

As of June 10, get the Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard for $99.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $149.99. That's $50 off and a discount of 33%.

This space-saving tenkeyless layout is a great option for smaller gaming stations, since it doesn't take up too much space. It also gives you more room to maneuver your mouse if need be. It comes ready with pre-lubed MLX Red v2 switches that offer smooth strokes as well, so you'll be primed and ready for support or firing off shots in whatever game you're enjoying at the moment. They're responsible and clicky, with each attached to its own RGB backlighting so you can choose which color you want for each stroke.

But despite the keys being clicky, they don't make too much noise, with two sound-dampening layers that keep them from waking up the entire house when you're spending a few hours in Overwatch 2 or raiding in Final Fantasy XIV. You can also toggle between regular and Game Mode via one button for more competition-oriented settings meant to help reduce input lag and other distractions so you can keep your eye on the prize.

If you're ready to transform how you play, you should grab this keyboard while it's available, especially since there are tons of great games out right now.

SAVE $20: A four-pack of Tile Pro Bluetooth trackers is on sale at Amazon for $79.99, down from the standard price of $99.99. That's 20% off.

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We're not officially into summer quite yet, but that doesn't matter — it's all systems go on summer vacation. Once you have the logistics sorted out, it's time to consider packing. You'll want to take along plenty of sunscreen, an e-reader, and noise-cancelling headphones. But there's another essential gadget to pack in your luggage: a Bluetooth tracker. If you've never owned one before, or you need a few more, check out this deal at Amazon.

As of June 10, a four-pack of Tile Pro Bluetooth trackers is on sale for $79.99 at Amazon, marked down from the usual price of $99.99. That's a 20% discount that shaves $20 off the price. It brings the price of each Tile Pro tracker down to just $20.

Compatible with both Android and iOS devices, packing along several Tile Pro Trackers is a smart move. That's appliable to your European cruise, a long weekend away with friends, and even heading to the local park. Stick one in your checked luggage so you'll know it made it onto the plane, keep one on your keys, and attach one to your rental bicycle.

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Each Tile Pro Tracker comes with up to 500 feet of tracking range and is made with water-resistant materials. In Mashable's roundup of the best Bluetooth trackers, the Tile Pro earns the title of the best alternative to AirTags. The review points out the Tile Pro is great when it comes to location tracking with long range. It also works great as an item finder, since double pressing the button on the Tile can trigger your phone to ring. That's true even when your phone is set to silent mode.

Stop stressing about lost items this summer and snag a four-pack of Tile Pro Trackers while they're on sale at Amazon for $79.99. Peace of mind for just $20 per tag is a heck of a deal.

The best tech deals to shop this week

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GET $30 OFF: As of June 10, Apple AirPods 4 are on sale at Amazon for $99, down from their regular price of $129. That's 23% off.

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When I imagine earbuds, I always picture the AirPods. These white and black earbuds are a staple in subways, streets, and homes all over the world. With solid sound and simple wireless connectivity, modern AirPods are more convenient than ever — especially when they're on sale.

As of June 10, the AirPods 4 are back down to just $99, down from $129, at Amazon. Get them now and save 23%. Did we mention that they also make great gifts for Dad?

SEE ALSO: 57+ unique gift ideas for Dad that are way better than a tie

Fourth-generation AirPods offer a few innovations that separate them from older models. They have redesigned, smaller stems, so they're built to fit in more ears comfortably. They also have improved battery life: 5 hours per charge, and 30 hours of playtime using their charging case.

The earbuds are designed for taking calls, so their microphones offer good quality. The new edition also brings Siri on board. You'll be able to command Siri directly through the earbuds with simple voice activation, and shake your head in response to Siri's queries.

AirPods 4 include spatial audio, which simulates a 3D audio environment and tracks your head motions. Move your head and feel audio all around you, like you're in the mix at a live concert.

Buy today and get Apple AirPods 4 for $99, and save $30, or 23%.

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AI researchers, assemble!

Frustrated by Meta's progress in the AI arms race, Mark Zuckerberg is personally recruiting AI experts for a "superintelligence group," according to Bloomberg.

The report said Zuckerberg wants to assemble a supergroup with around 50 members, with the goal of achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) and beyond. Though definitions vary, AGI generally refers to artificial intelligence that equals human intelligence. Superintelligence is the term for AI that's smarter than humans, though this remains mostly hypothetical.

Zuckerberg has reportedly gone into "founder mode," taking a hands-on approach to compete with AI rivals like Google and OpenAI. The Meta CEO was reportedly disappointed by the response to its latest model, Llama 4, which failed to outperform other frontier models on LMArena, the leaderboard where it's currently topped by Google's Gemini 2.5 Pro and OpenAI's o4 models. Then there was the whole mini scandal where Meta was caught gaming the leaderboard by submitting a version of Llama 4 that wasn't available to the public, according to The Verge.

According to Bloomberg, Zuckerberg has reportedly created a WhatsApp group with senior Meta leadership called "Recruiting Party" to brainstorm top talent and woo AI researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs to join the Meta supergroup. The report says Zuckerberg has been hosting lunches and dinners to personally recruit members. According to a separate report from the New York Times, Meta is offering compensation packages of seven to nine figures. The Times also said Scale AI CEO Alexendr Wang is joining the group.

The superintelligence lab would try to improve Llama performance and develop new AI tools and features that can eventually be integrated into the Meta AI chatbot on Meta platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Meta has also rebooted its AI glasses efforts and is reportedly planning to include facial recognition technology and position the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses as a smarter virtual assistant.

Google is also working on AI-powered XR glasses, and OpenAI is similarly exploring an omnipresent AI companion with a device developed in partnership with Jony Ive's startup io.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

Girls creator Lena Dunham returns to TV with Too Much, another story about a complicated, messy woman trying to find herself (and love) in the big city. This time, though, Dunham swaps New York for London, and her leading lady is none other than Hacks' Megan Stalter.

SEE ALSO: Summer TV preview: All the TV shows you need to know, and where to stream them

Stalter plays Jessica, a workaholic in her mid-thirties whose longterm relationship has just come to a devastating end. Needing a change of scenery from her New York life, she takes a job in London. There, she hopes to live out her own Bridget Jones's Diary or Notting Hill rom-com fantasy.

Her actual London reality — a cramped flat, screaming neighbors — leaves much to be desired. But when she meets musician Felix (Will Sharpe, The White Lotus), she discovers a connection she can't quite shake. (Even if he's littered with red flags.)

Check out Stalter and Sharpe's chemistry in the trailer above, where they bicker about the differences between Americans and Brits, make out around London, and even spit in each other's mouths during sex. (It's a Lena Dunham show, what else would you expect?)

Plus, get a sneak peek at Too Much's star-studded guest cast, including Andrew Scott, Naomi Watts, Kit Harington, Jennifer Saunders, and Jessica Alba.

Co-created by Dunham and Luis Felber, Too Much also stars Michael Zegan, Janicza Bravo, Richard E. Grant, Leo Reich, Daisy Bevan, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Dean-Charles Chapman, Rita Wilson, Rita Ora, Prasanna Puwanarajah, Andrew Rannells, Rhea Perlman, Emily Ratajkowski, Stephen Fry, Kaori Momoi, and Adwoa Aboah.

Too Much premieres July 10 on Netflix.

SAVE $15: As of June 10, get the Amazon Echo Dot for just $34.99, down from $49.99. That saves you $15 for 30% off.

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When you're in the throes of cooking dinner, chopping and sautéing, you don't have a second to reach for your phone to queue up music or look up (for the millionth time) how many tablespoons are in a cup. That's where a smart speaker comes in to help you out with hands-free answers. We're big fans of Amazon's Echo line-up, which are easy to use and affordable. And right now, you can get one of its cutest models on sale.

As of June 10, get the Amazon Echo Dot for just $34.99. That saves you $15 off of its normal $49.99. This 30% savings brings it down to its lowest price of the year. Its lowest price ever is $22.99, which came last Prime Day. With another Prime Day right around the corner, we're bracing ourselves for another price drop, but in the meantime, this is the best deal on the Echo Dot right now.

SEE ALSO: Amazon just released its 20 best books of 2025 — and 19 of them are on sale

The Echo Dot is the ideal Echo for small spaces. It's more compact than the flagship Echo but still has the same perks, able to process voice commands. Plus, it's compatible with other smart devices, so you can set routines like adjusting your smart thermostat at certain hours or making sure your smart lightbulbs come on as you come home from work.

And speaking of smart light bulbs, Amazon is running a promotion with the Echo Dot. With your purchase, get a free Wiz Smart Light Bulb. Just add both to your cart and the discount will automatically be applied.

Shop the Amazon Echo Dot for $34.99 at Amazon and save $15.

Best tech deals

• Apple AirPods Pro 2nd Gen With MagSafe USB-C Charging Case — $169.00 (List Price $249.00)

• Roku Ultra 4K Ultimate Streaming Player (2024 Release) — $79.99 (List Price $99.99)

• Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker — $99.00 (List Price $149.95)

• Roborock Qrevo Master Robot Vacuum and Mop — $799.97 (List Price $1599.99)

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Generative AI is new enough that its training data seems to be constantly up for debate — and that debate is heading to the courts in the UK in a new, sure-to-be landmark case between Getty Images and Stability AI.

In January 2023, Getty Images announced it was suing Stability AI for allegedly using its photos to train AI models without permission, violating existing copyright law. Getty accused Stability AI of copying and processing "millions of images protected by copyright and the associated metadata owned or represented by Getty Images absent a license to benefit Stability AI’s commercial interests and to the detriment of the content creators," the company said in a press release at the time.

Getty Images noted that they have provided licenses to other tech companies seeking to use their photos "for purposes related to training artificial intelligence systems in a manner that respects personal and intellectual property rights." Stability AI, the company said, didn't pursue a license with them "and instead, we believe, chose to ignore viable licensing options and long‑standing legal protections in pursuit of their stand‑alone commercial interests," the press release read.

In response, Stability AI told Out-Law at the time that it takes "these matters seriously" and that it the company only learned about the lawsuit "via the press."

Now, on June 9, London’s High Court is finally hearing the case.

Getty brought a similar lawsuit against Stability AI in the U.S., according to Reuters, but it has yet to hit the courts.

Stability argues that the training didn't take place in the UK and that the images generated from the AI don't use Getty's copyrighted works, Hack Read reported. According to the Associated Press, Stability said just a "tiny portion" of the outputs from its image-generator "look at all similar" to Getty images.

Reuters reported that a spokesperson for Stability AI said before the trial that "the wider dispute is about technological innovation and freedom of ideas."

"Artists using our tools are producing works built upon collective human knowledge, which is at the core of fair use and freedom of expression," the spokesperson said, according to Reuters.

Stability AI lawyer Hugo Cuddingan argued that Getty's lawsuit poses an "overt threat" to "the wider generative AI industry," but Getty's lawyers argue that this isn't about AI; it's about copyright law.

"It is not a battle between creatives and technology, where a win for Getty Images means the end of AI," Getty's lawyer Lindsay Lane told the court, according to Reuters, adding: "The two industries can exist in synergistic harmony because copyright works and database rights are critical to the advancement and success of AI ... the problem is when AI companies such as Stability want to use those works without payment."

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

GET A FREE $119.96 AMAZON CREDIT: The Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 Espresso and Coffee Maker in stainless steel is selling for $599.95 at Amazon, and comes with a free Amazon credit worth $119.96.

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Coffee: some people can't stand the stuff and others can't image a morning without it. For those who do enjoy it, the drink specifics can get complicated. If you live in a home where coffee preferences differ, you'll want a versatile machine that can handle producing crema-rich espresso shots but also a perfect cup of brewed coffee. If that's the case, check out this deal at Amazon.

As of June 10, the stainless steel Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 Espresso and Coffee Maker is selling for $599.95, which is its standard list price. However, Amazon is offering a free Amazon credit worth $119.96 with your purchase. This credit shows up in your Amazon account 30 days after the Ninja Luxe ships and you'll need to spend it all before Dec. 30.

We could list out what the Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 Espresso and Coffee Maker can do but it seems easier to list what it can't do — and that's make bad coffee. The Ninja Luxe Café Premier is an overachiever in the best way, and it's versatility means it's worthy of your precious counter space.

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With whole coffee beans, the machine's built-in grinder uses Ninja's Barista Assist Technology which takes care of the complicated process of finding the correct grind size, time, and dose. The Conical burr grinder has 25 grind settings and the machine will decide on the best fit for your beans using a built-in scale. All of this will be incredibly helpful in making your own perfect espresso shots.

If you're not in the mood for making your own mocha with the espresso shots and help from the Dual Froth System to make microfoam, you can also take advantage of the machine's drip coffee feature. And on hot summer days, go with the machine's cold brew function. And why not top that with some rich cold foam?

In Mashable's roundup of the best Ninja appliances, the Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 Espresso and Coffee Maker earned the top spot for best espresso and coffee machine. Mashable Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino wrote, "If you've ever felt intimidated by using an espresso machine, the Ninja Luxe Café Premier strikes the perfect balance of user-friendly design with high-end settings."

Mangino mentions that in addition to the beginner-friendly design, the machine excels in automated milk frothing and the adjustable grinder is a huge selling point.

Instead of arguing over an espresso machine or a drip coffee machine, go with a model that includes both like the Ninja Luxe Café Premier 3-in-1 Espresso and Coffee Maker. While it's not technically on sale today, it comes with a free Amazon credit that'll give you $119.96 to spend at the mega retailer. If we apply girl math, that's a $120 discount.

Anger at PJM, which manages the electrical grid in all or parts of 13 states and the District of Columbia, has been boiling over in some state capitals.

GET $100 OFF: June 10th, the GoPro Hero13 Black Action Camera Bundle is currently on sale for $379.99, down from its full price of $479.99, for a savings of $100 off.

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Whether as a Father's Day gift for an outdoorsman or a strategic summer purchase for yourself, right now is a great time to nab the GoPro Hero13 Action Camera Bundle. With two batteries, a hand grip, connections, and more included, this pack brings you the famously rugged versatility of GoPro, plus everything you need to get started.

Right now, the GoPro Hero13 Black Action Camera Bundle is on sale for $379.99, for a savings of $100 off.

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GoPro cameras are famous for their ability to survive the elements. With extreme waterproofing, shock-proofing that helps them survive falls, and native "Horizon Lock" image stabilization, they'll follow you into the sea, through cave systems, and down serpentine mountain bike trails.

These cameras aren't only rugged, however, they also take impressive photos and videos, shooting in HDR with 10 bit color. They're also smart: use voice commands to begin capture.

Currently, June 10th, the GoPro Hero13 Black Action Camera Bundle is available for $379.99, down from its normal price of $479.99. Get it now and save $100.

The Hero13 has wide connectivity. Pair it using Bluetooth for livestreaming, or record video in formats upwards of 4K and retrieve it from a Micro USB. The device will also send videos straight to your phone over WiFi.

SAVE $87.04: As of June 10, the Sony ULT Field 5 is down to just $242.95 at Amazon, a 26% drop from its list price of $329.99. That's a new record-low price for the speaker.

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Just two months ago, Sony added the ULT Field 5 to its speaker lineup. Just a month later, Amazon dropped its price by 25%. Now another month has passed and, keeping with the pattern, the price has dropped once again.

As of June 10, you can pick up the Sony ULT Field 5 at Amazon for only $142.95. That's 26% off its list price of $329.99 and a new best-ever price for the speaker.

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While we haven't had a chance to do hands-on testing with the ULT Field 5, Mashable's Deputy Reviews Editor Miller Kern spent some time with the ULT Field 1 and ULT Field 3 and is impressed with the speakers as a whole. The entire lineup was designed for bass lovers. So, if heavy bass isn't your cup of tea, the ULT Field 5 (or any of the ULT Field speakers for that matter) is probably not for you.

The Field 5 is completely waterproof, dust-proof, and rust-proof, with an IP67 certification. It can stand vertically or lay horizontally to suit your space and comes with a removable shoulder strap. While still technically a portable speaker, it's a bit on the hefty side (about 7.3 pounds) and "would be better for more stationary uses like house parties," Kern writes. The Field 5 also packs a slightly longer battery life than the smaller Field 3 (25 hours versus 24), has more customizable audio, more output, deeper bass, and fun party lights.

Based on the sheer power and impressive bass of the ULT Field speakers we have tested, we don't think you'll be disappointed in the ULT Field 5. And at $87 off, you certainly won't be disappointed in the price.

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Hereditary and Midsommar writer/director Ari Aster pits Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix against one another in the critically heralded thriller, Eddington.

Eddington returns audiences to May of 2020, when COVID-19 brought the world to a standstill and protests over racial division and the murder of George Floyd rocked the US.

In the small town of Eddington, New Mexico, the convergence of these issues has created a major rift, with Pascal's progressive Mayor Ted Garcia on one side and Phoenix's Sheriff Joe Cross on the other. When Joe challenges Ted in the next mayoral election, their rivalry sparks a powder keg that could have disastrous consequences for the entire town. (All 2,345 citizens.)

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While Aster made his name in horror, the trailer for Eddington suggests it's more of a Western thriller, with the titular town not being big enough for both Joe and Ted's ambitions. Between Western staples like stand-offs and shootouts, the trailer above also re-visits the pandemic bubble of 2020, featuring everything from COVID-19 nasal swabs (ouch) to discussions of social distancing.

The 2020 setting also allows Aster to explore the increased role social media and conspiracy theories played during social isolation. But Eddington goes beyond mere doomscrolling. Emma Stone plays Joe's conspiracy-obsessed wife Louise, while Austin Butler portrays the cult leader she latches onto. Get a sneak peek of their unsettling performances in the trailer above, which threads the needle between absurdity and the all-too real anxieties of 2020.

Eddington also stars Luke Grimes, Deirdre O'Connell, Micheal Ward, Amélie Hoeferle, Clifton Collins Jr., and William Belleau.

Eddington hits opens exclusively in theaters on July 18.

SAVE $50: As of June 10, get the HyperPack Pro for $149.99, down from its regular price of $199.99, at Amazon. That's a discount of 25%.

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If you're prone to losing things, you probably already have an Apple AirTag setup for your most important belongings. What if your things already had an AirTag's functionality baked in without the need to buy and attach one? That's exactly what you get with the HyperPack Pro, which lets you use Apple's Find My functionality to track your backpack when you need to get it back in your hands. And you can get one on sale right now.

As of June 10, get the HyperPack Pro for $149.99, down from its regular price of $199.99, at Amazon. That's $50 for a discount of 25%.

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This slim travel backpack fits up to 22L. It can hold up to a 16-inch laptop and has plenty of space for all of your stuff. What makes it special, however, is its built-in Hyper Location Module that lets you track it with Apple's Find My app — so it functions the same as an AirTag without any extra effort on your part.

It's crafted from weather-resistant materials, including 1260D Cordura, so it's water-resistant and ready to hold up to stormy weather or the occasional drop in a puddle. It has tons of pockets and compartments to store your things as well, all tucked away in a slim profile that looks nice and organized instead of a duffle bag that's baggy and falling in on itself while you carry it.

Summer's here and travel season is in high gear. So if you have trouble losing things, consider grabbing one of these backpacks so you can stop worrying about keeping track of your luggage or your belongings and focus more on what you're up to for the summer.

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