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RAMageddon has made it almost impossible to find affordable internal or external storage for computers, game consoles, or other devices. Amazon Prime Day is here to offer a tiny bit of respite from that.
Unlike in previous years, you're not likely to find a bunch of dirt-cheap deals on SD cards or external/internal SSDs for Prime Day this year. The AI data center industry has done a lot to make sure that's the case, and you can blame them if you feel like doing so. That said, there are a few intriguing deals here and there that seem to defy that trend, especially from Samsung, one of the bigger memory manufacturers around. Let's get into it.
SEE ALSO: Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle, and more Amazon deals Best deal for Nintendo Switch 2 storage: Samsung P9 Express Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung/Amazon Samsung P9 Express microSD Express Card, 256GB $39.99 at AmazonThe first and perhaps most intriguing deal on this list is for something that's been incredibly hard to find since the Nintendo Switch 2 launched last year: an affordable microSD Express card. Nintendo adopted the newer, faster storage format for its new console, perhaps not expecting that the AI industry would monopolize all memory production soon after. Since the Switch 2 only has 256GB of internal storage, being able to double that for $39.99 is one of the better deals I've seen for this sort of thing since the console launch.
Best deal for an internal SSD: Samsung 990 Pro Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung/Amazon Samsung 990 PRO SSD 2TB $369.99 at AmazonIt's not a good time to build a computer for heavy-duty work or gaming purposes. Or any purpose, really. But if you are doing that, Samsung is selling a 2TB internal SSD for $280 off for Prime Day. That's still not cheap, but it's about as cheap as you're going to find right now. Any port in a storm, folks.
Best deal for an external SSD: Samsung T9 Portable Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung/Amazon Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB $349.99 at AmazonLast but not least, external SSDs are very useful these days, whether you need to plug it into a Windows machine, a MacBook, or even a smartphone. This Samsung 2TB external SSD is $225 off on Prime Day, making it one of the better storage deals we've seen so far. Again, it's still a fairly hefty purchase, but it could be a lot more hefty.
SAVE $249.01: As of June 23, the Apple iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) is down to $1,249.99 on Amazon. That’s a 17% discount on one of Apple’s more powerful tablets.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro 13-Inch (M4) $1,249.99 at AmazonPrime Day is officially underway, and Apple’s 13-inch iPad Pro (M4) is down to $1,249.99 on Amazon — a 17% cut and the lowest price we’ve ever seen for this model.
This is Apple’s top-tier iPad, built for people who want something that can replace a laptop for a lot of everyday work. The M4 chip keeps everything fast and smooth, whether you’re switching between apps, editing photos, or streaming.
The 13-inch Ultra Retina display is the real standout — it’s bright, sharp, and super color-accurate, which makes everything from movies to documents look noticeably better. You also get 512GB of storage, so there’s plenty of room for apps, files, and downloads.
iPadOS uses Apple Pencil Pro or the Magic Keyboard if you want a more laptop-like setup. The cameras are solid for video calls and quick photos, while Face ID makes unlocking it quick and seamless. And with WiFi 6E, everything from downloads to cloud work stays smooth and stable.
Grab the 13-inch iPad Pro (M4) on Amazon and start calling it your “main computer” unironically.
Apple has launched the second developer beta for the upcoming iOS 27, and it's not just bug fixes and polish (there's plenty of that, too).
The new iOS 27 beta actually brings several new features to the table, including some fairly big Siri upgrades. Let's dive in.
SEE ALSO: The latest iPhone 18 news, leaks, and rumors Siri and AI Not quite operational yet, but Apple is working on it. Credit: AppleOne of the biggest upgrades in iOS 27 is the new, smarter Siri, but not every feature we expected made the grade in the first developer beta. Now, in iOS 27 beta 2, Apple has added a few extra features and paved the way for more to come in future releases.
The most significant update is the new "Write with Siri" button which appears at the top of the keyboard in several Apple apps, including Messages, Notes, and Mail. The tool was previously available but only when you selected text in these apps; now you can start writing with Siri's help right away.
Apple also fine-tuned some existing features. For example, in the standalone Siri app, you can now select and delete multiple conversations, instead of having to do it one by one.
Featured Video For You Why everyone online wants to live like Dua LipaIn the Siri section of Settings, there's a new option for Visual Intelligence. Here, you can turn a feature called "Highlight to Image Search" off or on (it's off by default). Per Apple's description: "When highlighting subjects to find similar images, it automatically sends the image to third parties to provide results."
Finally, there's a Siri voice customization feature in Settings that previously didn't work. Well, it still doesn't fully function, as the Pace and Expressivity options aren't available, but at least now they're labeled as "Coming Soon."
Note that folks in the European Union won't be able to use these features. Apple hasn't yet found an agreement with Europe's regulators on the topic of AI, and most of the new AI features, including Siri upgrades, will not be available in the EU for a while.
Wallet and payments Apple Wallet's got a new "Insights" feature, but it's not fully functional yet. Credit: AppleApple added a few new options related to its Wallet app and payments; again, not everything is fully fleshed out yet, but the features are obviously coming.
Wallet is getting Insights; you can find the feature by launching Wallet, tapping on the three dot menu in the upper right corner and selecting "Insights." The feature lets you connect accounts to Wallet to see "spending insights, recurring transactions, account balances and more." Most credit and debit card apps have something similar these days, but Apple lets you access it all in one place. The feature doesn't appear to be working yet, though.
Also, when you go to the Create a Pass option in Wallet, you now get new Texture option instead of just colors, allowing you to make your passes a little less dull.
Camera and photos A few tiny adjustments. Credit: Stan Schroeder / MashableThe Camera app has gotten some tweaks, albeit relatively minor; the rumored customization options and widgets are still nowhere to be seen.
As MacRumors noticed, they yellow highlights which appear around camera tools buttons are now there to indicate that a hidden feature has been enabled.
Also, in Photos, you can now use the AI tools on RAW images, too.
The restAmong the myriad minor features we've seen in iOS 27 beta 2, there are a couple which are worth mentioning. The Weather app has been updated to look a little nicer; with some features like wind speed being easier to see. Also, if you're texting an Android user from Messages, you can now reply to a specific message. Finally, in the Home app you can now remotely update your Apple TV device.
There's also ton of bug fixes included in this release. For Apple's full release notes on iOS 27 Beta 2, check out Apple's developer website.
The final version of iOS 27 is coming this fall, together with new iPhones. The current versions are developer betas, and should not be installed by most people. Still, they give us a pretty good idea of what Apple is cooking for the widely available iOS 27, and we'll continue to dig through new versions to see whether anything has changed.
An iPhone camera can more than do the trick for content-worthy pictures, but the built-in microphone can be another story.
Especially in larger, crowded spaces — say like the Anaheim Convention Center, home of VidCon 2026 — a phone's built-in mic isn't likely to give you the clear, focused audio that doesn't peak when the volume gets a little too loud. If you're looking to update the audio quality of your content at VidCon, we recommend picking up a pocket mic.
SEE ALSO: The VidCon 2026 creator starter pack: 5 essentials to bring to content creation's biggest meetupBefore going straight to Amazon, it's worth understanding what you're paying for. There are plenty of cheap lavalier mics available for as low as $20, but you do make some concessions at that price point. The audio isn't likely to be as crisp, wireless options become harder to come by, and the idea of any noise reduction or companion apps with equalizers is all but a fantasy.
That's why the Mashable team has been testing more mid-range pocket mics — think in the $100 range — to see which microphones are still relatively affordable but not so cheap as to require another upgrade in the next year. Here are three of the best pocket mics you could pick up for VidCon 2026.
Best for smartphone-only users: Rode Wireless Micro Credit: Samantha Mangino / MashableSeamless is a great way to describe the Rode Wireless Micro. Even for content newbies, this wireless microphone takes minutes to set up. The case is about the same size as an AirPods case — literally pocket-sized — so they’re extremely portable, but they’re also reliable and easy to use. The USB-C receiver plugs directly into your phone, which bridges the gap between your phone and the microphones. The mics are appropriately sensitive, delivering clearer, louder sound than you get with your phone microphone. Rode also includes two windshield cases for the mics. — Lead Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino
Opens in a new window Credit: Rode Rode Wireless Micro $99 at AmazonWith wireless mics, you are juggling multiple pieces of equipment at a time, even if they are small. That’s why Rode’s VideoMic Me-C+ is a simpler option. It plugs directly into your phone to capture audio and includes a windshield too. Audio captured with the VideoMic Me-C+ is dimmer than other mics, specifically Rode’s Wireless Micro. This is likely because the distance between the speaker and the mic is farther than when using a lav mic, so it's best to keep it close. However, it did produce steadier audio. When I was recording and really moving my phone around, the mic didn't capture all that movement in the audio. — SM
Opens in a new window Credit: Rode Rode VideoMic Me-C+ $89 at RodeI took the DJI Mic Mini with me to VidCon 2025 and was impressed by how it sounded in an echoey, concrete-floored convention center hall. Then, I used it while filming outside near busy streets and around live music, and was even more impressed by how clear the audio came through, and how adept this mic was at focusing on my voice and drowning out background sounds. Shoutout to the built-in noise cancellation.
While not quite as pocket-sized as the miniature Rode mic, it is more versatile, offering 48 hours of battery life and the ability to be plugged in directly to a camera. It also comes with four different windshields, two transmitters, one receiver, and two magnetic clips. If you like to film more than just with your phone, the DJI Mic Mini is the best value option, going for $99.99 at full price, or the frequent sale price of $79.99. — Lead Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini $99.99 at Best BuySAVE $460: As of June 23, you can get the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop for $839.99 at Amazon. That's a generous 35% discount and overall saving of $460.
Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus TUF F16 Gaming Laptop $839.99Gamers wait all year for sale events such as Prime Day to come around. And there's very good reason — gaming hardware is expensive. Yeah, gaming's fun, but it's also pretty serious when you start buying top-quality gear.
Thankfully, with Amazon kicking off the discounted festivities, there's already a bunch of gaming deals that are worth checking out. And among the discounted hardware is the the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop.
As of June 23, the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop is marked down to $839.99, which gives you a massive saving of $460 — that's 35% off the list price of $1,299.99. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, it's the lowest-ever price for this laptop.
ASUS is a trusted brand in gaming so you know you can rely on the quality of this 16-inch laptop. It's Full HD, with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage — not to mention its Intel Core™ i5 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5050 graphics card. It's not quite an expert-level machine but for intermediate gaming the ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop is an absolute bargain this Prime Day.
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SAVE $35: As of June 23, the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB (newest model) is down to $124.99 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount or $35 in savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Kindle Amazon Kindle Paperwhite $124.99 at AmazonPrime Day has kicked off, and the deals have already made their way to one of Amazon’s easiest impulse buys: the newest Kindle Paperwhite. Right now, it’s down to $124.99 from $159.99, which saves you $35 on Amazon’s latest e-reader.
The newest Kindle Paperwhite keeps things simple. The screen is larger, pages turn faster, and the glare-free display stays easy to read whether you're outside in bright sunlight or reading in bed at night. Battery life is one of the biggest draws here too, with a single charge lasting up to 12 weeks.
The Kindle Paperwhite also scored 4.5/5 in Mashable’s review, with Senior Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino saying it’s the Kindle she’d actually recommend over the pricier models. She also said “The Paperwhite is the only one you need,” even compared to the more expensive Signature Edition.
It’s not perfect, though. Samantha pointed out that the power button on the bottom can be a bit annoying, and the screen doesn’t automatically rotate when you turn the device. Still, if you just want a simple, distraction-free e-reader, those quirks are pretty easy to overlook.
Grab the Kindle Paperwhite on Amazon and remember “just one more chapter” is a lie you’ll keep telling yourself.
SAVE $210: The Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop is on sale for $1,189.99 at Amazon, down from $1,399.99. That's a 15% discount or $210 savings.
Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop $1,189.99 at AmazonI'm going to be up front: I've always hated any vacuuming device that also claims to mop. I have two beagles, and every single time I've bought something that promised to mop my floors, it left me with a stinky tank and required way more maintenance work than it saved. That was until I brought the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra into my home. This robot vacuum-mop combo changed my life, and I don't care if that sounds dramatic.
What's even more impressive is that Amazon has this baby on sale already for Prime Day. It literally just came out in April. Right now, you can get the Dreame L60 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum and Mop for $1,189.99, down from $1,399.99. That's a 15% discount or $210 savings. And it's obvs the lowest price we've tracked to date, since this is one of its first discounts (maybe even its first ever that I've seen!).
SEE ALSO: Amazon Prime Day is here: We found 50+ deals on Apple, Sony, and Lego favoritesNow I'm not going to pretend that the L60 Pro Ultra isn't pricey (even with the discount), but I'm telling you it's worth every penny. When it finishes a run, the dock automatically empties the dustbin, washes the dirty mop pads with 212-degree hot water (which is exactly why there's no more stinky tank smell), and dries them with hot air. It handles the entire process and notifies me (via the app) when it's time to empty the dirty water.
On the vacuuming side, it delivers 35,000Pa of suction power, features VersaLift LiDAR for cleaning under furniture, and includes "ProLeap Obstacle Crossing," where a little leg extends to help it cross double-layer thresholds. (I love that it lifts itself over those borders, so I don't have to constantly go get it when it moves between rooms.)
Thanks to its retractable legs and ProLeap feature, the vacuum lifts itself entirely over room transitions so you don't have to go rescue it. Credit: Tabitha BrittIt also comes with some fun and helpful pet features. The smart obstacle-avoidance camera can recognize your animals and even take cute photos of them while it's out cleaning. (You have to manually toggle the privacy settings in the companion app to enable the photos; it's not automatic.) I will warn fellow pet owners that the active front navigation light definitely scares my pups, though.
Honestly, I could talk about this robo-vac all day, but I'm saving the rest of my thoughts for a more in-depth review later. If you don't want to drop this much cash right now, we did find a few other Dreame models on sale below for less — just keep in mind they won't have as many advanced features.
SAVE $48: As of June 23, you can get the Star Wars Lego Imperial Star Destroyer for $111.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount.
Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Star Wars Lego Imperial Star Destroyer $111.99 at AmazonOne of the joys for big kids during Prime Deal is the sheer number of deals on Lego. Seriously, we can't wait to see which sets and models are included in Amazon sale events. I was particularly excited to see a deal on the Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer, which I happen to be halfway through building myself right now.
As of June 23, the Star Wars Lego Imperial Star Destroyer is down to $111.99, which means a saving of $48 from the regular list price of $159.99. According to price tracer camelcamelcamel, it's this Lego set's best-ever price.
Look, I'll admit it, I'm biased — I haven't come across a Lego Star Wars set I didn't like. But this one's especially cool. Coming with all the might of the Galactic Empire — not to mention seven mini-figures — it's one of the most iconic ship designs in the entire Star Wars saga.
It's also a large set, meaning you get lots of brick for your buck during Prime Day. Let's just say the Force is very strong indeed at this price.
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VidCon is back at the Anaheim Convention Center from June 25 to 27, and this year, the internet’s biggest creator convention turns 15.
What started in 2010 as a YouTube-centered gathering by John and Hank Green, Vidcon has become one of the largest annual meetups for online culture, bringing together creators, fans, platforms, brands, and media companies under one roof. The event now spans creator panels, meet-and-greets, live podcasts, workshops, community meetups, industry programming, and conversations about where the creator economy is headed next.
SEE ALSO: What is VidCon? Everything to know about the 2026 creator conventionThe 2026 event arrives at a moment when creator culture is bigger, more fragmented, and more professionalized than ever. TikTok stars, livestreamers, podcasters, gamers, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent media companies now all fall under the same broad creator economy umbrella, and this year’s schedule reflects that shift.
Here are seven things I’m especially excited for.
1. The Hall of Fame's second class is stackedNow in its second year, VidCon’s Hall of Fame gives creator culture a more formal way to recognize its own history.
This year’s inductees are content creators Markiplier, Michelle Phan, Cassey Ho, and Philip DeFranco, who represent the gaming, independent news, beauty, and fitness content lanes.
SEE ALSO: Markiplier, Michelle Phan, and more join VidCon's Hall of FameTheir induction, taking place Thursday, June 25 at the Opening Ceremony, follows VidCon's inaugural 2025 Hall of Fame class, which included Anthony Padilla, Grace Helbig, Hank Green, and Tyler Oakley.
2. The lineup spans almost every corner of the internetThis year's featured creator lineup brings together legacy YouTubers, short-form stars, animators, beauty creators, gamers, performers, and internet personalities who built audiences in very different eras of the web.
Confirmed names include SSSniperwolf, The Professor, Sydney Morgan, Alex Wassabi, GloZell, Rosanna Pansino, Jasmin and James, and Tubbo.
3. The Expo Hall is getting a glow-upThe Expo Hall has always been where VidCon feels the most like the internet came to life, and this year, it is getting a bigger experiential push.
The 2026 Expo Hall includes exhibit booths, a Game Zone, a Sport Court, a Live Podcast Studio, Community Zone programming, Featured Creator booths, ShopSpot, Makers’ Alley, Out of the Box IRL, and the Creator TV Pickleball Arena.
There is also an entire section for GorillaCon, a dedicated space for the Gorilla Tag virtual reality game community that goes well beyond a standard gaming activation. The programming includes Gorilla Tag creator meet-and-greets, developer AMAs, music from a MixMaster Monke DJ, and sessions with Lemming, the creator of Gorilla Tag, including a look at the game's future.
4. Sports and creator culture are officially collidingOne of the most interesting parts of this year's programming is the focus on the convergence of sports media and the creator economy — especially amid the current hype around the FIFA World Cup and the 2026 NBA Finals.
One event includes a Sport Court, a Creator TV Pickleball Arena, and a Creator Pickleball Tour featuring names like NichLmao, ZHC, Peet Montzingo, and Austin Sprinz. VidCon is also staging creator competition formats like Shoot for the CROWN, GeoGuessr Battle, and Creator Casino.
5. The platform execs are worth watchingVidCon has always been a place where fans go to see creators, but the industry side is where you can see what platforms are really prioritizing.
This year’s speaker lineup includes executives from Twitch, Snap, Spotify, Pinterest, and Tubi, with Twitch CEO Dan Clancy set to speak on the Industry Mainstage about the future of live content. Creator economy expert Jon Youshaei is also hosting the opening day keynote, with additional speakers from major platforms expected.
There will also be panels titled names like "The Vertical Shorts Dilemma — Bubble or Boom?" and "Creator Economy State of the Union." These conversations are sure to act as temperature checks on the companies shaping platforms right now, from the top down.
6. Some of the biggest fan moments will happen offstageMeet-and-greets remain one of VidCon's main fan draws, and this year they are split between standard Meet & Greets and separate Ultimate Meet & Greet Experiences. Eligible multi-day pass holders could sign up in advance, with VidCon, Creator, and Pro Pass holders allowed up to 4 Meet & Greets total and VidCon+ Pass holders allowed up to 5 (single-day tickets are not eligible for Meet & Greet signups). The lineup includes some of the event’s more recognizable names.
7. The networking options go beyond the usual mixersBeyond the mainstage panels and fan-facing events, VidCon is also emphasizing smaller networking formats. The Mentorship Series gives Creator and Pro Pass attendees access to first-come, first-served roundtables capped at 19 people, where attendees can ask questions and get advice from creators, marketers, tech experts, and other industry speakers. (Mashable will be hosting its own mentorship session, titled "PITCH, PLEASE: The mistakes creators make in their pitches and how to fix them," on Saturday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m. PT.)
There is also the Brand Match Accelerator, an invitation-only program for brands, agencies, and sponsors that connects them with a curated group of 200 creators. Accepted participants get access to a networking app and are guaranteed four on-site meetings with Featured Creators.
Fifteen years in, opportunities like this are what still make VidCon interesting: it's one of the few places where fans, creators, platforms, and brands all show up to see what online culture looks like...but off-screen.
SAVE $201: As of June 23, the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are down to $198 at Amazon. That’s a 50% discount on over-ear ANC headphones with 30-hour battery life.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony XM5 Noise Canceling Headphones $198 at AmazonPrime Day has finally kicked off, and the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones are down to $198 at Amazon, reduced from $399.99. That’s a $201.99 discount and a record-low price since launch on Sony’s over-ear ANC headphones — a very rare chance to get them this cheap.
The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones cut down background noise using multiple microphones that work together and adjust based on where you are and how you’re wearing them. This helps keep outside sounds like traffic, chatter, or office noise reduced while keeping what you’re listening to clear and steady.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The headphones also earned an honorable mention in our roundup of the best headphones, thanks to their strong noise cancellation and long-standing reputation for reliable everyday use. However, the build is fully plastic and they don’t fold, which can make them a bit less convenient for travel.
Sound quality is handled by Sony’s newer audio processor, which helps keep music detailed and voices clear during calls. There are also four microphones that focus on picking up your voice for phone or video calls, so you don’t have to repeat yourself in noisy places.
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Sale is live across all colors of the model right now, so you’re not limited in which finish you pick while the discount is active.
Grab the Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones on Amazon — because silence shouldn’t cost $400.
DJI may have made a name for itself with its consumer drones, but it's become a serious force in the creator industry.
When it comes to upgrading your content creation kit without spending thousands of dollars (a surprisingly easy task), DJI is a good place to start. Products aren't dirt cheap, but they're also not the biggest investments you could possibly make. At that Goldilocks sweet spot, they're still built to last and flexible enough for many different content setups and changing needs.
There is, however, one bigger catch with the brand: their products aren't always easily available, but more on that below.
SEE ALSO: VidCon 2026: Everything new this yearThe Mashable team has tested a sampling of DJI products over the year, so with availability and one of the online creator industry's biggest events of the year coming up, we rounded up the best DJI products that content creators should know about.
Best for audio: DJI Mic MiniI brought the DJI Mic Mini to VidCon 2025, tested it for a few weeks afterward, and I can confirm: this tiny mic packs a punch. The 24-bit depth is impressively resonant and clear, even in situations where the environment doesn't bode well for clear audio (like next to a noisy street, in an echoey convention hall, or around crowds of chatting people).
In all of those situations, the Mic Mini excelled at capturing clear vocals without peaking or muddled audio, making backend edits a much more pleasant experience. Its size also means it's easy to take on the go, charging case and all, or to be minimally distracting when clipped to clothing. Speaking of, you can use the included clip or magnet backing to put it in the best possible spot.
In addition to the clips, one transmitter, and two receivers, the kit also includes four windscreens, a charging cable, a type-C adapter for your device, and a carrying case. With the charging case, you get up to 48 hours of audio, which bests other mini mics on the market. The main flaw of this mic is that it's not Bluetooth compatible and it doesn't have any built-in storage. At $99, or frequently $79 on sale, it's a great value — and certainly easier to pick up than the Mic Mini 2, which isn't yet available in the United States.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini $99.99 at Best BuyWe spotted the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 again and again at VidCon 2025. And though the creator-favorite isn't exactly new (it came out in 2023), it's stood the test of time for a reason.
The camera comes in two iterations: the Standard Combo and the Creator Combo. If you don't already have an audio setup, Mashable's Timothy Werth recommended springing for the Creator Combo in his review of the camera, as it comes with a DJI Mic 2 and a tripod battery attachment that gives you more flexibility in where and how long you can record. It costs $629.99, which is $130 more than the Standard's $499, but considering the DJI Mic 2 system on its own costs $199, the price difference makes sense.
In addition to offering a full package of gear, the Osmo Pocket 3 lets ease be the guiding force of the user experience. Werth reported that he was able to use his Apple ID to sign into the DJI app, and once logged in, he was able to connect to the camera and all its peripherals with ease via Bluetooth. The camera records in 4K at 120fps and features three-axis mechanical stabilization and a two-inch rotating touchscreen. In other words, it captures a crystal-clear picture that's not shaky, delivers great audio, and can be filmed easily for vertical or horizontal video. And it features easily adjustable auto tracking, so you don't have to keep your arm fixed or choose just the right spot to set it up. Per charge, you'll get 166 minutes of battery life, and all told, the camera weighs less than a pound.
The main cons are the price and the need to purchase a microSD card separately, since it has no built-in storage. Still, for all that you do get, both are reasonable trade-offs.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo $629 at Best BuyI just spent a few hundred words singing the praises of the Osmo Pocket 3, so it might seem a little confusing to see the next-gen device as the next recommendation on this list.
Well, for two reasons. One, any current Osmo Pocket 3 owners probably don't need to upgrade — the improvements here are more iterative, making this a solid device for someone who's yet to invest in a gimbal camera, but not necessarily everyone in the market for one. "If you were hoping for a massive overhaul from the previous one, something that will revolutionize your filming, this probably isn't it," CNET Editor at Large Andrew Lanxon shared in a first impression livestream of the camera.
Then there's the second reason. DJI revealed the new Osmo Pocket 4 back in April, with a pretty significant catch: it wouldn't be available in the United States due to a still-pending FCC approval.
So why include it at all? Maybe you have an overseas hookup for your tech, in which case this camera has a big thing going for it: the built-in storage. You may have noticed, but most devices that require some sort of memory component have increased in price over the past year (thank AI data centers for that one). That means the cost of buying microSD cards could only be going up, in which case, 100GB of built-in storage is a pretty sweet feature. Lanxon called it out as his favorite upgrade on the camera over the Pocket 3.
Other updates include a dynamic range sensor, better low-light performance, and improved battery life. If you do manage to get your hands on it, the Creator Combo will cost about $687, and the Standard Combo will cost about $551.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Learn MoreWe all know the feeling of getting the dreaded low power notification in a less than ideal situation.
Whether you're a fan or content creator, on the floor at VidCon would definitely fall into that bucket. The best way to avoid fighting for an outlet when you could be grabbing some vlog content? A portable charger.
SEE ALSO: Why VidCon still matters in 2026That said, this is VidCon. Sure, a lot of people use their phones to film content, but it's also plenty common to have a vlogging camera or even a laptop to keep charged. That means the random one you got seven years ago may not cut it.
Luckily, we've stress tested the ones that will. In addition to trying out some portable chargers myself, I've also called on the Mashable team for their tried and true. The result? These top three portable chargers, worthy of being used at VidCon. Yes, all of them are from Anker, but hey, the brand knows how to balance power and value.
House of the Dragon Season 3 sees some characters catapulted back into the action while others wait in the woods.
The latter, in episode 1, applies to our Westeros odd couple, Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel) and Gwayne Hightower (Freddie Fox), a pair who couldn't have a more contrasting attitude to The Times if they tried. The mission? Wait for Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) to show up on his colossal dragon Vhagar and take the crumbling castle of Harrenhal from Team Black. But where the hell are they?
SEE ALSO: 'House of the Dragon' may be hiding Daeron Targaryen in plain sightOn one hand, Cole's really going through it. The traumatised Lord Commander fatalistically wallows in the "doom and ruin" surrounding him, especially after the massacre that was Rook's Rest in Season 2. It's a very different Cole from the man we first met in the very first season, who found himself swept up in court politics, heartbreak, and ended up covered in blood. At the start of Season 3, he's all nihilism.
"He's on the road, all of his stuff is so isolated, so you're not dealing with so much plot," Frankel told Mashable. "First two seasons, especially in the Small Council...that stuff is so dense material-wise. It takes so long to shoot and it's almost always plot, which needs to happen, but it's not massively about character development in that sense."
Ser Criston Cole (Fabien Frankel). Credit: Ollie Upton / HBOOn the other hand, we've got Gwayne, a knight of House Hightower, and a man of principles with big Rob Stark energy. And as the troops wait, he's constantly asking his Lord Commander to be a good manager, to keep his men in line.
"It's very difficult, they have such opposing views on how to see this war out, and when you're second-in-command to someone who has, in some sense, got a death wish, you've got this load on your back, and you don't know how to shift out from under it," Fox told Mashable. "Especially if you're trained in the school of honor, and respecting that hierarchy that Gwayne would have obviously grown up around. Do you break your principles to honor, or do you go, 'we just have to survive'? It's a rock and a hard place.
"He's obviously been schooled in the way that knights would have been trained in a training ground — jousting and all of that stuff — and when it comes up against actual war, an almost nuclear holocaust style of war that the dragons represent, it's a really sobering, immediate maturing. He realises that if, unless I am ultra responsible, there's no way through here for anybody, least of all, my men, who I am responsible for."
Gwayne Hightower (Freddie Fox). Credit: Ollie Upton / HBOHow will they sort it out this season? Time will tell — especially if Aemond doesn't get here soon.
For all things House of the Dragon, Mashable has you covered.
Featured Video For You 'House of the Dragon' cast on Season 3's colossal Battle of the GulletDonald Trump's recent deal with Iran has been met with criticism from both sides of the aisle — and speaking in his monologue on Monday, Jimmy Kimmel wasted no time in joining in with the naysayers.
"The deal is Iran gets billions of dollars and then we'll talk about a deal. It's a deal to make a deal," says Kimmel. "They still haven't even gotten into the details of the nuclear stuff, which is interesting because three months ago, Trump wrote, 'No deal with Iran except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER!" Little did we know he meant it was ours.
"So in the end, after all of this, Trump's answer to the questions, 'Who did you go to war with?' and 'How did it end?' will be the same answer: 'I-Ran.'"
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SAVE $90: As of June 23, you can get the DJI Mini 4K drone for $209 at Amazon, down from $299. That's a 30% discount or $90 savings.
DJI Mini 4K $209 at AmazonIf you want to get into drones but don't want to drop $500-plus on a premium rig, the DJI Mini 4K is a budget-friendly option worth considering.
It normally hovers (ha) around $299, but Amazon just dropped it to $209 for Prime Day — making it the best value you can get right now for a traditional, controller-bound DJI setup. It's also the lowest price we've seen it go for since its 2024 debut. (Want to save even more? The DJI Neo is $139.)
The DJI Mini 4K features a true 4K Ultra HD camera mounted on a mechanical 3-axis gimbal (cheaper knockoff drones use digital image stabilization, which looks shaky and amateurish), so if you're into aerial photography or need to take some product shots for your job, this is the way to do it. It's also super beginner-friendly; it has pre-programmed "QuickShots" (like Helix, Dronie, and Boomerang) that track a subject and film cinematic movements, and an automatic GPS Return-to-Home if you lose signal.
Bonus perk: It weighs under 249 grams, so you don't have to register it with the FAA or deal with Remote ID requirements for recreational use. You can literally open the box, charge it up, and start flying safely.
Our Best Editor-Vetted Prime Day Deals Right NowApple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds — $179.99 (List Price $249.00)
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In House of the Dragon Season 3, we find the once proud Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney) in an even worse state than we left him in Season 2.
We've seen "the usurper" essentially dragged to the Iron Throne by his mother, where he terrorised the staff of Red Keep. We've seen him married to his sister Helaena (Phia Saban), endure the violent loss of a child, and execute an entire King's Landing profession in retaliation. He's a Targaryen who lost his dragon, Sunfyre, in the Battle at at Rook's Rest and he's been mercilessly burned by Vhagar probably thanks to his brother Aemond (Ewan Mitchell), who now rules in his stead as prince regent.
It's a lot.
SEE ALSO: 'House of the Dragon' may be hiding Daeron Targaryen in plain sightNow, a panicked and persuaded Aegon has fled the capital and gone undercover, trundling through enemy territory in a bird cart with the diabolical Larys Strong (Matthew Needham). And he's in despair, to put it lightly. "I am the king of nothing, with raven shit for a throne," Aegon declares in characteristically verbose hilarity in episode 1, and he's not entirely wrong.
"He likes to lament," Glynn-Carney told Mashable. "He is really in his pit of self pity and wallowing in it. Eventually you can see that that really grates on Larys — and it would do if that's your journey partner and all they do is moan."
"He likes to lament." Credit: Ollie Upton / HBOIn episode 1, however, we see a glimmer of pride still clinging to Aegon, when he and Larys are apprehended by guards loyal to Queen Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy). Unlike his road buddy, who plunges that knee to the ground and offers up Aegon's crown, the king refuses to kneel and denounce the usurper (that's him).
"Originally it was in the script that he kneeled straight away, and I was like, no, he wouldn't do that. He'd be defiant and get himself in a lot of trouble," said Glynn-Carney. "But I think that's what's important to hold on to with Aegon. He's in a situation now where his status is out the window, and he's lowest of the low, but there needs to be — and what we achieved, I think, in the end — is that tiny thread still hanging on to pride.
"You know, the line in Season 2 where he says, 'Fuck dignity, I want revenge.' Actually, he doesn't want to fuck dignity, he wants his dignity back at this point, because he totally lost it."
For all things House of the Dragon, Mashable has you covered.
Featured Video For You 'House of the Dragon' cast on Season 3's colossal Battle of the GulletSAVE $100: As of June 23, the Beats Solo 4 are on sale for $99.95 at Amazon for Prime Day. This is $100 off their full price of $199.95.
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 $99.95 at AmazonPrime Day is officially underway — running until June 26 — and there's already an incredible amount of discounts to look through. If you're using this opportunity to scoop up new headphones, you're in luck. We're spying some excellent deals worth buying, including Beats Solo 4 for under $100.
If you're a Prime member, you can scoop up every available color of the Beats Solo 4 (including the pretty Amazon exclusive metallic pink) for $99.95. This is a massive 50% price cut from the usual price of $199.95, but it also marks a new low price for select colors. The metallic pink, for example, has never been this low before, and for the black and gold, this deal price marks a return to its lowest point.
The other colors — cloud pink, slate blue, and matte black — are extremely close to their lowest price of $97.99, which is definitely still a win. If you've had your eye on these headphones, now is the time to make a move on them.
SEE ALSO: Everything to know about Amazon Prime Day: Dates, competition, and the best deals to shopWhen it comes to Beats headphones, we think the Beats Solo 4 are the best budget pick from the brand, according to our roundup of the best Beats headphones. It's not just their more affordable price point that makes them stand out, though. Writer Alex Bracetti says in that roundup that they're: "A noteworthy upgrade that comes loaded with performance perks. That includes hi-res audio, dual-device pairing, and the highest battery life of any Apple or Beats headphones."
If you're wondering just how long that battery will last you, the store page states that the Beats Solo 4 can last up to 50 hours. That's excellent news if you're hoping to have a reliable, long-lasting pair of headphones you can take on vacations this summer.
Since it's a Prime Day deal, it won't last for long. Be quick to save on the Beats Solo 4 at Amazon if you're a Prime member. And if you're looking for more deals like this one, check out our roundup of the best Prime Day headphones deals.
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SAVE $53: As of June 23, the Meta Quest 3S VR headset bundle is down to $296.79 at Amazon. That’s a 15% discount on a solid VR headset.
Opens in a new window Credit: Meta Meta Quest 3S $296.79 at AmazonPrime Day has started, and the Meta Quest 3S VR headset bundle is on sale for $296.79 at Amazon. That’s a $53.2 discount on a wireless VR headset bundle that includes access to over 100 games and a three-month trial of Meta Horizon+.
The Meta Quest 3S VR headset bundle is an easy entry point into VR without dealing with extra gear and with over 100 games included from the start. It’s fast enough for smooth gameplay and has enough memory to keep apps and games running without constant slowdown, which helps the experience feel consistent overall.
It also blends what you see in VR with your real surroundings using built-in cameras, so you’re not completely cut off from your space. Battery life runs a little over two hours, which is fine for short sessions, but you’ll still be charging it fairly often if you use it regularly.
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I'm Mashable's tech editor, and I love my job. I get to test the coolest new tech products before anyone else, and I basically get paid to nerd out over the latest noise-cancelling headphones, smart glasses, and laptops. All year long, I've been reporting on price hikes, but for Prime Day 2026, I can finally write about price drops.
In this guide, I'm sharing all of the best Prime Day tech deals. Amazon Prime Day 2026 runs from June 23 to June 26, and the Mashable shopping team will be providing round-the-clock coverage of the sale. Only the best deals — the ones I'd recommend to friends and family or shop myself — end up on this page.
Mashable also goes a step further than merely collecting deals. We also check competing sales at sites like Best Buy to make sure Amazon really has the lowest price. Finally, we use price tracking tools to separate the great deals from the pretenders.
So, with all this in mind, here are the best Prime Day tech deals of 2026.
Save up to 50% on Bose headphonesBose makes the most comfortable headphones in the world, according to both our readers and product testers. On day one of Prime Day, you can save 50% on the Bose QuietComfort noise-cancelling headphones. While the brand's flagship QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) headphones are on sale for $70 off, we're hoping prices will go lower on those particular cans.
Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179.99 at AmazonOur favorite Kindles rarely go on sale, but you can always count on Prime Day for some discounts on these popular e-readers. For Prime Day, you can buy Kindle e-readers starting at $84.99, and the Kindle Paperwhite — our most-recommended Kindle and the one I use personally — is back to its record-low price of $124.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Kindle $84.99 at AmazonI tested the M5 MacBook Air for Mashable when it was released earlier this year, and the longer I use it, the more I like it. If you've been waiting for Prime Day to buy this Apple laptop, then I have good news and bad news. The good news is it's on sale for $949. The bad news: Over Memorial Day Weekend, we saw prices drop to $899. So, if you can wait a little longer, you can wait for a further price drop later in the week.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple MacBook Air M5 $949 at AmazonLooking for the best Prime Day deals under $50? I've got you.
I never travel without my Anker Prime GaN wall charger, which can charge my laptop, my phone, and earbuds at the same time. If that's overkill, you can also grab Anker's most adorable wall charger with a built-in display for just $25.99 this Prime Day.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Prime GaN Charger, 100W $37.98 at AmazonWe were hoping to see slightly better Prime Day deals on AirPods, and prices could still go lower on the AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation. But we can recommend shopping the AirPods Max 2 headphones and AirPods 4 at the current prices. The AirPods Max 2 have never been this cheap, though there is a slight chance the AirPods 4 will get another price drop later in the week.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones $399 at AmazonI've loved Jackery power stations long before they became the trendy new "it" product. For creators, campers, and anyone with a safety-first mindset, these popular orange power stations keep you powered on when everyone else is off-grid. The best Prime Day tech deals always include massive savings on power stations, and this is my top pick of the sale so far.
Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer v2 Power Station, 1070Wh $399.99 at AmazonI've been recommending Samsung's famous art TVs, The Frame, for many years, and they keep getting better. For Prime Day 2026, you can get these cult-favorite, ultra-thin TVs on sale at Amazon for their lowest-ever price. And if you want to splurge on a Samsung OLED TV instead, you can grab the brand's award-winning S90F OLED 65-inch TV for 29% off its list price.
Please note: As of this writing, this Amazon listing incorrectly displays a picture of the more expensive The Frame Pro model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV (2025) $697.99 at AmazonThe past-gen Sony XM5 headphones have 95% of the same features as the new flagship XM6 headphones, but during Prime Day, they have a much lower price. So, if you want to enjoy Sony's premium sound and best-in-class active noise cancellation, you can pick up these headphones for under $200. You can also grab the recently released XM6 wireless earbuds for their lowest price ever.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at AmazonMashable readers and reviewers alike appreciate DJI's cult-favorite creator tools. The brand makes some of the most popular gadgets for professional content creators, and no DJI products are more popular than the TikTok-famous DJI Mic Mini and DJI Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal camera. I've personally tested both of these devices for Mashable, and their reputation is well-deserved.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) $79 at AmazonThe new Apple AirTags 2 just got their first-ever discount at Amazon, though it's not a very big one. Still, you can grab these long-range trackers for $24 (or $89 for a 4-pack). However, if you really want to save, then head to Amazon-associated retailer Woot, where you can score a four-pack of the original AirTags 1 for $69.99 — while supplies last, which they won't.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 2 tracker $24 at AmazonLooking for Prime Day deals under $25? You can't do much better than this Blink Mini indoor security camera for just $9.99. That's so cheap we have to wonder if Amazon is selling it as a loss, or if the company has achieved Apple Tim Cook levels of supply chain wizardry. Either way, you can grab this Amazon brand's security cameras to protect your home inside and out.
Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Mini $9.99 at AmazonThe latest generation of Apple Watches offered some big upgrades, including an always-on display for the budget SE model. (There aren't many reasons to pay more for the Series 11 anymore.) However, if you want to go all-out on the new Apple Watch Ultra 3, this premier fitness and sleep-tracking smartwatch is on sale, also at an all-time low price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) $199 at AmazonBecause DJI dones have been officially banned in the United States, you can only buy these popular drones from third-party sellers on Amazon. However, if you're willing to risk it, you can score some great deals on these drones, which have professional-quality cameras but controls that are simple enough for beginners.
Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 Drone $269 at AmazonThe massage gun craze has died down, but these percussive massagers are still beloved by athletes at all levels. This Prime Day lightning deal lets you grab one of the newest Therabody massagers for under $100, but for one day only.
Opens in a new window Credit: Therabody Theragun Relief $96.50 at AmazonWhen you add solar panels to a portable power station, you transform these devices into eco-friendly generators. For backyard powerups or RV camping, this Mashable-tested power station is one of our favorites, and during Prime Day, you can bundle it with a foldable 400W solar panel.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station + 400W Solar Panel $799 at AmazonMonsters that have long been haunting the internet are finding their way to the big screen.
2026 has already been a huge year for the world of creepypasta (internet urban legends) intersecting with Hollywood. Backrooms, Kane Parsons' feature length adaptation of his own series of YouTube shorts, has brought in $300 million at the global box office in four weeks. The Third Parent, an upcoming horror movie based on Elias Witherow's Tommy Taffy short story series that went viral on Reddit's r/NoSleep sub, is due for release next January.
The question is, will another internet nightmare soon be joining their ranks? Could Siren Head, the towering monster created by artist Trevor Henderson, be the next creepypasta to get the movie treatment? Nothing is confirmed yet — but if you look closely, there are clues.
SEE ALSO: 'Backrooms' review: Does the online creepypasta make a good full-length movie? What is Siren Head?In a nutshell, Siren Head is a monster the height of a telegraph pole that's capable of blending into its surroundings while it hunts human prey. It was created by Henderson back in 2018, after a follower called Cally sent him an image of a graveyard framed against a blue sky. At this point Henderson was quickly building his social media by drawing monsters that he'd splice into photos. He liked Cally's image, and tried to draw something that he thought would look scary standing among the tombstones. Just like that, Siren Head was born.
"I was just drawing a long, emaciated figure, and I just had the idea to put a siren for its head because a) that noise has always terrified me, and b) I've always been kind of obsessed with the idea of numbers stations," Henderson told Mashable back in 2022. "Numbers stations are these radio broadcasts that are constantly playing — and no-one can identify their origins or what they're supposed to accomplish — that are just weird snippets of music, and strange voices saying odd number combinations. There's a lot of theories that they're like old Russian spy channels that have been abandoned and are still counting out codes."
Credit: Trevor HendersonIt's difficult to overstate just how popular Siren Head has become in the years since Henderson shared that first image. It was a slow burn initially, but when YouTuber Markiplier — who recently had his own feature film success with Iron Lung — started talking about the monster on his channel in early 2020, millions of people tuned in.
The thing is now all over the internet. Siren Head-inspired content has millions of views on TikTok and YouTube. There are multiple unofficial Siren Head games on Steam and merchandise on Amazon (much of which has been created without Henderson's knowledge or permission).
"The internet just kind of takes stuff," Henderson said. "And there's not a lot you can do, really, especially when a character blows up like Siren Head did. It kind of stops becoming yours, in some ways, and starts becoming everyone's."
Is a Siren Head movie in the works?Speculation around a possible movie adaptation has been ramping up over the past week. There's been a couple of reasons for this. First, Henderson has started posting frequently about the creature again on Instagram.
By itself, this isn't that unusual. Although Henderson has created hundreds of monsters, Siren Head is a favorite that pops up now and then. But it's worth noting that the frequency of his posts has dialled up — there have been a handful over the last week alone, including some found footage-style Reels featuring the creature's trademark siren call.
What's even more intriguing, though, is who's been commenting on these posts.
View this post on InstagramBeneath the above image, which Henderson posted about a week ago, movie producer Scott Glassgold replied with several eyes emoji. Glassgold, who founded production company 12:01 Films, is a big name in the horror movie space, particularly when it comes to adaptations based on viral internet urban legends (he's previously been involved in a number of deals, including stories that originally started on Reddit).
Credit: InstagramGlassgold's comment didn't go unnoticed. A commenter asked him directly about the possibility of a Siren Head movie in response, to which he replied with three slightly cryptic siren emoji. Henderson himself then responded to Glassgold with a little megaphone. Mashable reached out to Glassgold to ask about the possibility of a film, and his response was just as cryptic. "I'm a huge fan of Trevor's and will be first in line to see anything he does," Glassgold said.
Henderson, when asked about the potential for a movie, also didn't give much away. “I'd be delighted," he told Mashable. "I think Siren Head has a lot of potential to be expanded into a film, but we’ll have to see. Either way, it makes me very happy that people still respond positively to the creature design in 2026."
Credit: Instagram Credit: InstagramSo, what does it all mean? Well so far, there have been no official announcements and this is all speculative. But Glassgold's comments — plus the fact he's been sharing Henderson's recent Siren Head Reels — seem too deliberate to be chalked up to mere coincidence.
Here's hoping the creepypasta-to-movie pipeline gets a telegraph pole-sized extension in the near future.
Disclosure: The author of this text shares the same film/TV representative as Trevor Henderson. All reporting was conducted independently.
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