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SAVE $170.04: As of March 17, Beats Studio Pro headphones are down to $179.95. That saves $170.04 off of its usual $349.99 price tag. Shop at Amazon for 49% savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Pro headphones $179.95 at AmazonAs a shopping reporter, I'm always checking out people's gear. Whether I'm at the gym or walking to the corner store, I always have my eyes peeled for what people are sporting, especially on their ears. I spend all day hunting for deals and testing products, but I like to see what headphones people are actually buying and wearing. And easily my most spotted headphones are the Beats Studio Pros.
And I get it, there's a reason we awarded them a Mashable Choice award. The Beats Studio Pro headphones deliver active noise cancellation and 40 hours of battery life. They deliver rich audio while blocking out loud noises whether that be city scapes or a busy office space. Like Apple's AirPods collection, Beats bring the same breezy connectivity. Just by turning on the headphones, they'll connect to your iOS devices seamlessly. But unlock AirPods, Beats offer great connectivity to Android devices too.
At their standard price tag of $349.99, the Beats Studio Pros are a little pricier for our liking, even if they are nearly half the price of the Apple AirPods Max. Luckily, as of March 17, you can find the Beats for just $179.95. That offers $170.04 in savings for 49% off. The lowest price we've ever seen the Beats Studio Pros dip down to is $159.99 so this isn't a bad deal, just $20 away from that price.
GET $350 OFF: As of Mar. 17th, the Apple MacBook Air M2 Chip 8GB RAM 512GB SSD is on sale for $749.00 at Best Buy for a savings of 32%, or $350 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air M2 Chip 8GB RAM 512GB SSD $749 at Best BuyApple computers don't drop in price that often, so when you're in the market and you see a deal, it's a good idea to spring for it. Now is one of those times, with the MacBook Air on sale for $350 off at Best Buy.
Currently, you can get the Apple MacBook Air M2 Chip 8GB RAM 512GB SSD for only $749.00. Buy now and save 32%.
SEE ALSO: The best laptops for 2025, tested by our expertsIt's right in the name, the MacBook Air is designed to be light as air. Ultra-thin, these laptops are meant to come along for the ride. Yet that thin profile belies the perseverance of their batteries, which just keep chugging — they've got the follow through you need to get through the workweek (or final exams).
The M2 Chip was released in 2022. While the chip might be dated compared to the 2025 Macbook Air M4, it's still powerful. Paired with 8GB of RAM, it can tackle complexities with ease. With 512GB SSD the laptop has enough room for large creative projects, a library of audio, or a whole PHD thesis (with all its citations).
As of now, the MacBook Air M2 Chip is on sale for $749 at Best Buy, saving you $350.
With excellent battery life, a featherweight design, and Apple's famously crisp Retina display, the Macbook Air is a wonderful pick for streaming films, working from home, and graphic design.
SAVE 25%: As of March 17, the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is available at Amazon for $164.80, down from $219.99. That's a 25% discount and a $55.19 savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ $164.80 at AmazonWe're all living that screen life, aren't we? Wake up to a phone, work on a computer, wind down with TV, then scroll before bed. If you're at a desk, or really, doing any kind of computer work, you're looking at screens all day.
So, if you're stuck looking at screens anyway, make it a good one. The Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ is down to $164.80 on Amazon right now. That’s 25% off the list price and a $55.19 savings.
SEE ALSO: The best tablets in 2025You get an 11-inch display with the A9+, which is pretty good for watching movies, reading, or even knocking out a bit of work. Plus, the speakers are powered by Dolby Atmos, so it actually sounds decent. And they've upgraded the chipset with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 69 processor, so you can zip through tasks or have a multi-screen doom scroll without any annoying lag.
If you have kids, the Samsung Kids App has tons of educational content to keep them occupied, and the durable metal body can handle the occasional drop or sticky fingers. It's got a nice long battery life too, so you can use it all day without having to charge it up.
Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, and Han Gi-Chan lead an all-star cast in The Wedding Banquet, a remake of Ang Lee's 1993 romantic comedy that we frankly can't wait to see.
Directed and co-written by Fire Island's Andrew Ahn with Lee's co-writer James Schamus, the film centres on a group of friends, two couples, each with major life hurdles ahead of them — and one brilliant scheme that spins out of control.
Killers of the Flower Moon Oscar-winner Gladstone and The Last Jedi star Tran play Angela and Lee, lesbians who are struggling with their IVF journey and its towering costs. Meanwhile, Wicked star Yang and Our Song's Han Gi-Chan play gay couple Chris and Min, who are navigating differing levels of commitment and Min's looming visa expiry.
For the ultimate win-win, the four decide on a deal: Min and Angela will get a green card marriage if Min and Chris will pay for Angela and Lee's IVF expenses. But then Min's grandmother (Pachinko and Minari screen legend and Oscar-winner Youn Yuh-jung) arrives to plan the banquet, the wedding scheme levels up in stress, extravagance, and comedic potential.
The Wedding Banquet hits cinemas on April 18.
Apple just can't keep a lid on its next batch of iPhones.
Courtesy of leaker Sonny Dickson, we now have something resembling photos of the four iPhone 17 models that Apple is expected to launch this September. Dickson posted photos on X over the weekend of dummy models (primarily used by accessory makers for measurement purposes) of all four iPhones.
Most notably, this leak seems to further confirm the existence of the thinner iPhone 17 Air model, which looks like it might replace the Plus model Apple had been offering for the past few years.
SEE ALSO: Why are there no iPhones in 'Severance'? This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.There are a few things to pay attention to here. First, it looks like every model except for the base iPhone 17 will have a camera bump that runs the width of the phone, similar to a Google Pixel. The Air model looks pretty big, with a screen size that is between the Pro and Pro Max models. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the display will measure in at 6.6 inches. It does, indeed, look to be much thinner than the other iPhone 17 models, and it only has one rear camera like the iPhone 16e. However, it also allegedly has some more modern niceties, such as a 120Hz display and Dynamic Island support.
SEE ALSO: Some very detailed foldable iPhone predictions just dropped, and you won't like the priceAs a reminder, Apple will most likely not make any of this official until September of this year. At this rate, we might know everything about these new phones before Apple tells us about them, anyway.
Something's brewing at Amazon. We can tell by all of the major deals popping up. Big brands like Google, Garmin, and Amazon itself have dropped prices in anticipation of what we're assuming will be the second iteration of the retailer's Big Spring Sale. We've rounded up some of the best deals that are already available as of March 17 if you want to get a jumpstart on saving.
Here are our picks for the best Amazon deals of the day. If none of these are your cup of tea, stick around as we select a new batch of deals each day this week.
Our top pick: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 $179 at AmazonReleased last summer, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 embrace AI (for better or worse) to drastically improve noise cancellation features, enhance phone calls, and automatically detect IRL conversations so you don't have to remove them to talk to someone. Though we haven't had a chance to test them ourselves, our sister site PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis) gave them 4 out of 5 stars and called them "great for Pixel users and good for everyone else." Compared to their predecessors, they offer better battery life, a more comfortable fit, and a lighter, smaller, and more secure design. Usually $229, they're on sale for only $179 at Amazon as of March 17. That's 22% in savings and their lowest price in three months.
Blink Video Doorbell Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Video Doorbell $32.99 at AmazonThe Blink Video Doorbell is back on sale at Amazon for just $32.99 as of March 17. That's 45% off and just $3 away from its best price ever. If you're looking to make your home a little smarter or just get some peace of mind, this doorbell can be installed in minutes and let you see who's at your door whether you're on the other side or out of town. It features a 1080p HD live view, two-way audio, and infrared night vision, so you can keep an eye on things no matter the time of day. Pop in two AA batteries and it can last for up to two years before needing new ones.
Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet $94.99 at AmazonIt may not be the fanciest tablet on the market, but the no-frills Amazon Fire HD 10 is a solid pick for browsing the web, streaming shows and movies, answering emails, or even reading on the go. Mashable's reviewer SaVanna Shoemaker says it's "lighter and faster than its predecessors, with a long battery life and vivid picture that makes it great for on-the-go entertainment." It also helps that it's on sale for only $94.99 as of March 17. That's 32% in savings.
Check out our full review of the Amazon Fire HD 10.
Tile Essentials 4-pack Opens in a new window Credit: Life360 Tile Essentials 4-pack $52.99 at AmazonIf you tend to misplace important items, Bluetooth trackers are a must-have. One of our favorites, the Tile Mate is a reliable way to keep track of your keys, wallet, luggage, and more via GPS (with both iOS and Android compatibility). And when you opt into a paid Tile Premium subscription, you'll even get notifications when you leave stuff behind and qualify for reimbursement for items you aren't able to recover. Usually, a single Tile Mate tracker is $24.99, so this four-pack deal — which includes two Tile Mates, a Tile Slim, and a Tile Sticker — is a steal at just $52.99 (reg. $74.99). You're essentially getting both the Tile Slim and Tile Sticker for free.
Garmin Instinct Solar Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Instinct Solar $199.99 at AmazonThe Garmin Instinct smartwatch is not your average fitness tracker. It goes above and beyond when it comes to sports tracking, navigation, and health monitoring. "The Instinct is ideal for serious navigators, ultra-athletes, and solo trekkers who spend a lot of time outside and in rugged conditions," Mashable's reviewer writes. It features four different profiles just for running (classic, indoor track, trail, and treadmill), a three-axis compass and barometric altimeter for intricate tracking and navigation, and an unlimited battery life thanks to solar charging. It's regularly $349.99, but as of March 17, it's down to just $199.99 at Amazon. That's 43% in savings and just $10 away from its lowest price ever.
Check out our full review of the Garmin Instinct.
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
Save 28%: The EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds are on sale for $64.99 with an on-page coupon at Amazon as of March 17. The coupon helps bring their price down $25 from their $89.99 MSRP.
Opens in a new window Credit: EarFun EarFun Air Pro 4 $64.99 at AmazonUsually, a pair of budget headphones or earbuds comes with an obvious trade-off: they might sound great but struggle to connect to your device consistently, or have sub-par ANC.
When I tested the EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds for our best noise-cancelling headphones guide, I struggled to find that trade off. Their excellent battery life, noise-cancellation, sound quality, and customization made them feel much more expensive than $89.99. And as of March 17, with Amazon offering an on-page coupon for the black EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds, their price feels even more impressive on sale at $65.99.
Admittedly, part of what I liked about these earbuds during testing is that they do go on sale relatively often, so if you can't pick them up now, I imagine we'll see this deal again — and if you can, it's a great time to grab them.
SEE ALSO: Ozlo Sleepbuds review: Can earbuds really improve your sleep?Along with the earbuds, you'll get access to the companion app, which allows you to customize the touch control settings, use the custom EQ tool (making earbuds that sound great out of the box even more suited to your audio taste), and adjust the different ANC modes — a feature which I've not seen on headphones twice the Pro 4's price. They also connected to two devices, and switched between them, without issue.
Battery-life wise, EarFun claims about 7.5 hours per charge with ANC and 11 without, with 27.5 hours and 41 hours in the case which each of those respective modes. Thanks to the light indicators on both the inside and outside of the case showing the relative battery life of the buds and case, I never felt caught off guard by a low battery indicator.
So what's the catch? Well, the case is plastic and is perhaps where the earbuds most obviously show their price. Performance-wise, their touch controls are sensitive, and not great at distinguishing between a one, two, or three press motion, making it easy to adjust the wrong setting altogether. For that reason, I toggled them off, and although not convenient, this didn't detract from the experience enough to outweigh all of these earbuds' pros.
The 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival brought a dynamic lineup of movies and television world premieres. Mashable Entertainment Editor Kristy Puchko breaks down the five best things she saw, from Ben Affleck’s unexpected comedy chops in The Accountant 2 to Good Boy, a haunted house horror starring a very good dog.
GET $600 OFF: As of Mar. 17th, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 Intel Core Ultra 9 16GB LPDDR5X 1TB SSD NVIDIA RTX 4070 is on sale for $1,399.99 for a savings of 30%, or $600 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 Intel Core Ultra 9 16GB LPDDR5X 1TB SSD NVIDIA RTX 4070 $1,399.99 at Best BuyIt's safe to say, nab this laptop and you'll most likely be the only one toting an RTX 4070 in the coffeeshop. If you're not, then there better be a tournament going on, because this Asus ROG Zephyrus is designed to triumph in online gaming.
Right now, you can get the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 Intel Core Ultra 9 16GB LPDDR5X 1TB SSD NVIDIA RTX 4070 for $1,399.99 to save $600, or 30%.
SEE ALSO: The best gaming laptops of 2025 no matter your budgetAsus Republic of Gamers (ROG) laptops are built for play, but with eyebrow arching specs and dedicated graphics cards, they double as blazing productivity laptops. The G16 is certainly loaded, with the aforementioned NVIDIA RTX 4070 (8GB) handling graphics, while its 16GB of RAM handle the rest. A 16 core Intel Core Ultra 9 is the brain.
The laptop isn't just a speed freak, it also has lots of storage, with a 1TB hard drive that's got more than enough space for Baldur's Gate 3. Two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports ensure that you'll have room to connect whatever you want — maybe even run an external SSD off a Thunderbolt 4 port.
The Zephyrus G16 has a beautiful OLED screen with precise color accuracy and 2560 x 1600 resolution. Most important for gamers, the screen has an exceptional 240Hz refresh time for ultra responsive play.
As of Mar. 17th, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 Intel Core Ultra 9 16GB LPDDR5X 1TB SSD NVIDIA RTX 4070 is on sale for $1,399.99, saving you $600, or 30%.
Whether you're preparing to dive into Avowed, or gearing up to climb the Fortnite leaderboards, the ROG Zephyrus G16 is made to do it.
Netflix's limited series Adolescence, co-created by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, is impressive in a number of ways, but one thing that's really got people talking are the technical elements.
Filmed by Boiling Point director Philip Barantini in one shot per episode, the crime drama follows the characters without ever cutting away — and in one memorable sequence at the end of episode 2, the camera suddenly lifts up from the ground, soars through the air, and travels several streets away before descending for a final shot.
SEE ALSO: Netflix's 'Adolescence' review: One of the best, most devastating shows of 2025On Monday, the streamer shared a behind-the-scenes video showing how Barantini and his crew were able to achieve this with the help of a drone.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.In an earlier post Netflix also broke down some of Adolescence's other technical aspects, including number of takes per episode — into the double figures — and how the crew managed to stay out of the shots.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.In the Indian state of Kerala, machines are performing rituals traditionally involving elephants in captivity.
Just like the real animal, the robot flaps its ears, moves its tail, and sprays water through its trunk. The mechanical elephant is 11 feet tall, weighs 800 kilograms, and can carry a person on its back.
Donated to Irinjadappilly Sree Krishna Temple by PETA India, the robotic elephant is part of an initiative that aims to tackle the issue of animal abuse in religious rites. Used for ceremonies, elephants are subjected to physical and psychological stress, and exposure to flashing lights, loud noises, and crowds during festivities can cause uncontrollable reactions in the animals, often resulting in human casualties.
Asian elephants, which are an endangered species, are an important part of Indian culture. In ancient times, elephants played a crucial role in warfare, serving as a force on the battlefield and a symbol of power. Beyond their role in warfare, elephants have also long held deep cultural and religious significance. In Hinduism, they’re considered sacred due to their association with Lord Ganesh, a Hindu god with an elephant head who represents wisdom, new beginnings, and the removal of obstacles. But here comes the paradox — because they are worshipped, the wild animals are captured to perform in religious rituals, but their taming means physical harm, sedation, and imprisonment.
Currently, there are around 2,700 reported captive elephants in India, and the country’s Centre for Research on Animal Rights (CRAR) recently alerted Kerala’s chief minister about an alarming increase of mortality rates in elephants held in captivity, citing that 138 animals have died between 2018 and 2023.
SAVE $100: Shop Apple's 2024 iPad Mini for its lowest price ever. As of March 17, the iPad Mini with A17 chip is down to $399 from its usual $499. That provides $100 off for 20% off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Mini, 2024 (A17 chip, 128GB, WiFi) $399 at AmazonThis has been a big year for iPads. First came the iPad Air and iPad Pro, then the iPad Mini finally got an upgrade to be compatible with Apple Intelligence. Most recently, the iPad Air got another update to include the M3 chip, while Apple's base iPad got its first upgrade since 2022. All that to say, Apple is investing in its tablet technology more than ever.
If you've been looking for an iPad, particularly one for travel, the iPad Mini might just be for you. It's the smallest of Apple's tablets with an 8.3-inch display, which is why we love it for reading. But you can do much more than that on this tablet. With the A17 chip, the iPad Mini is now capable of Apple Intelligence, helping you edit photos, summarize articles, or write emails. And the best part is it's back down to its lowest price.
As of March 17, find the iPad Mini with A17 chip for just $399. That knocks $100 off of its $499 price tag for 20% savings. Shop the iPad Mini at Amazon for its guaranteed lowest price.
SAVE 20%: The Shark NeverChange Compact Pro air purifier is on sale at Amazon for $119.99, down from the usual price of $149.99. That's a savings of $30.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark NeverChange Compact Pro air purifier (Dove) $119.99 at AmazonSpring pollen season is just days away and if you're not excited to relive the misery that happened last year, you might benefit from an air purifier. Instead of struggling with allergies, an air purifier will remove all those bothersome particles from the air. If that sounds appealing, check out this deal at Amazon today.
As of March 17, the recently-launched Shark NeverChange Compact Pro air purifier is on sale for just $119.99, down from the list price of $149.99. That's a savings of $30 from a 20% discount. To snag this sale price, select the Dove colorway in the 250-square foot option.
Cleaning air in smaller rooms in the specialty of the Shark NeverChange Compact Pro air purifier. Your home office, bedroom, nursery, dorm room, or guest room are all perfect options for this mini air purifier. Shark says this model is ideal for rooms that measure 250 square feet or less.
Like all Shark air purifiers, this model uses a HEPA filter which can capture 99.98% of all pollutants and irritants that float around in the air. Dust, pet dander, pollen, and viruses are some of the most common irritants a HEPA filter can remove, but the Shark also features extra filters that capture larger particles like pet hair and dust bunnies, leaving the actual HEPA filter cleaner for getting rid of small particles.
The Shark NeverChange Compact Pro has a front display LED screen that updates in real time, showing you the overall air quality level. When used in auto mode, the Shark air purifier will automatically adjust the purifier's speed to ensure the air remains clean.
This model is really great for bedrooms since the LED screen has several brightness levels, including a night mode that turns it off entirely. Its quiet operation is also a great benefit for light sleepers.
The "NeverChange" part of this air purifier refers to the HEPA filter, which Shark says can last for up to five years before it'll need to be replaced. Since HEPA filters tend to be pricey, this can help cut down on the overall cost of using an air purifier.
If you tend to suffer with spring pollen, consider the benefits of the Shark NeverChange Compact Pro air purifier. Snag the Dove colorway for just $119.99 at Amazon and get through spring without the misery of allergies.
SAVE $50: As of March 17, you can get a pair of Beats Studio Buds for just $99.95, down from $149.95, at Amazon. That's a 33% discount and a $50 savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Studio Buds $99.95 at AmazonThe best luxury in life is quiet luxury, but when you can’t afford to exile yourself to a remote location with no distractions, noise-cancelling headphones can be the next best thing.
As of March 17, you can get a pair of Beats Studio Buds for $99.95 at Amazon. That’s a 33% discount and a savings of $50. You can choose from black, red, or white.
SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 8 best headphones of 2025These buds feature active noise cancellation and Transparency Mode, which lets you stay in-the-know about what’s going on around you. They'll give you about eight hours of listening on their own and up to 24 hours with the charging case. They're also rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance, so they should hold up at the gym or in light rain. Plus, they work with both iOS and Android and have a built-in mic for calls.
According to Mashable's Alex Perry, they're also a strong competitor to Apple’s AirPods.
"I'm a sucker for strong bass, and with the additional support of spatial audio, these earbuds create a hell of a listening experience for an agreeable price," Perry writes in his review. "Add top-notch comfort and nearly identical feature sets across iOS and Android, and you've got a good excuse to never use regular AirPods again."
An uneven chronicle of grief, Steven Feinartz's Are We Good? follows comedian and podcast host Marc Maron during and after the isolation of COVID lockdown, during which he lost his partner, the filmmaker Lynn Shelton. It's a documentary of immense detail and a vast number of opinions on Maron's personality, and how he deals with loss through stand-up comedy. However, this context pales in comparison to his actual art and artistic process — the brief glimpses of which are more enticing than the film surrounding it.
SEE ALSO: SXSW: What are the movies and shows you need to know about?The movie feels, at times, like having a lengthy stand-up routine interrupted in order to explain its origins. For a comic like Maron, whose work is filled with expository, self-reflexive piss and vinegar, this doubling down often proves extraneous. Essentially, Are We Good? doesn't give you that much more than Maron's recent specials.
What is Are We Good? about?At its core, the film is about Shelton, and eventually, her absence. The hole she leaves in Maron's life is central to his story, and in that vein, Feinartz creates an adequately radiant portrait of the late indie darling.
The strengths of Are We Good? lie in its edit, courtesy of Derek Boonstra, Natalie Ancona, and Jenn Harper. Through old Instagram Live broadcasts from Maron's account, an intimate lockdown portrait emerges of the comic's life before and immediately after Shelton's passing, affording him the opportunity to essentially hold his own camera and tell his own story. However, outside of this specific setup, Are We Good? tends to lie in wait, practically meandering through rote documentarian traditions until it decides to toss in a few clips of Maron on stage.
This spotlight is where Maron is most comfortable, unfiltered, and vulnerable — it's where he's most himself — but there isn't nearly enough of it in the movie. While it can be fun to have other comics opine on his persona, from John Mulaney to David Cross, their observations seldom offer anything new. This is no fault of theirs, mind you. Rather, it's an outcome of Maron's casual delivery and his tendency to self-deprecate, which conveys the same information in its most raw and potent form. If anything, this is the wrong kind of movie for his skill set and style of comedy.
Are We Good? isn’t a good fit for Marc MaronThere are several moments during the production, as Feinartz follows Maron around his home with a camera, during which the comic seems annoyed. This is, of course, part of his idiosyncratic charm and part of what drew Shelton to him in the first place. However, one gets the sense that the filmmakers ought to have taken Maron’s lucid criticisms to heart.
There are moments when, seemingly as a joke for the audience (or perhaps a ploy to playfully annoy Maron), the documentary employs a specific flourish soon before or after the comedian decries it. For instance, the use of an animated photo montage, one of several "gimmicks" Maron critiques as an unnecessary substitute for Feinartz’s sheer glut of up-close-and-personal-footage.
Getting the cranky side of Maron is fun and honest, but this approach also hangs a lampshade on some of the movie's biggest flaws. As the partner of a former director, as an actor himself, and as the long-time host of the podcast WTF with Marc Maron (which has had numerous high-profile guests from both sides of the camera), Maron clearly knows a thing or two about movies. It's hard to avoid the sense that he's right about these numerous flourishes feeling like unnecessary distractions.
It would be one thing if Are We Good? then adjusted to his whims, but that it treats his jabs as mere complaints results in the movie feeling at odds with its subject.
Are We Good? takes a distant approachA lot of the movie contains archival images and video of Maron, but it uses these to explain various highlights (and low points) across his life much like a Wikipedia article might. For the most part, it only captures Maron as he wants to be seen. It isn't a film of inquiry so much as simply observation.
It would be different if Are We Good? were treating Maron as some kind of unknowable enigma but it's very much an overarching biographical portrait, given the breadth of its old footage. And yet, its approach remains fundamentally at odds with his own: one of opening the darkest, angriest parts of himself to his audience through frank conversation.
As a movie, it's too withdrawn and tepid, relying too heavily on that which Maron provides. Its lens looks, but doesn't see, and it certainly doesn't seek to probe past its subject's annoyance to capture what lies beneath it. Feinartz seems respectful of Maron's loss, but perhaps Are We Good? is too respectful for a comedian who trades in surprising his audience by pushing unexpected emotional buttons.
In fact, the film is arguably at its strongest when pulling from some particularly vulnerable episodes of WTF — his Shelton in-memoriam, or his discussions on loss with Andrew Garfield and Patton Oswalt — during which it accompanies the audio clips with visual waveforms. These white, musical squiggles on a black background take on an almost spiritual form in the process, becoming jagged, unnerving externalizations of grief. But again, even these soundbites are entirely on Maron's terms.
There's perhaps a more confrontational version of Are We Good? — either on some cutting room floor or simply in the imagination — which further pushes Maron into his signature paradoxical zone, where he's most at ease bleeding for his art. Then again, one could just as easily argue that this version would entail Maron's stand-up specials in full. So, it's hard not to wonder if viewers would be better off watching those instead, rather than being enticed by clips from them, before having them constantly yanked away.
Death of a Unicorn was reviewed out of its premiere at the 2025 SXSW Film Festival.
SAVE 45%: On March 17, you can get a Blink video doorbell for $32.99 (it was $59.99), a 45% savings.
Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink video doorbell (newest model) $32.99 at AmazonWhether you live in an apartment or suburban home, a video doorbell camera could mean the difference between catching a package thief in the act or greeting an unexpected guest with a “gotcha" — and right now, you can get one of the best video doorbells on the market, for nearly half off.
As of March 17, the Blink video doorbell (newest model) is only $32.99 at Amazon. (A small price to pay for some peace of mind.) That’s a 45% discount and a savings of $26.01 off the regular price. And while this isn’t the lowest we’ve seen it go (it dipped to $29.99 briefly last November), it's still a pretty good deal.
SEE ALSO: The best home security cameras for staying safe and secureThe Blink video doorbell comes in white or black, has 1080p HD video, infrared night video (so you can catch those trash pandas in the act), and two-way audio that lets you communicate with visitors without opening the door. You can also set it to send motion alerts to your phone or connect it to an Alexa device to answer the door (e.g., “Alexa, answer the front door.”).
The only caveat is that if you want to record, save, or share video, you’ll need a Sync Module 2 (get both the camera and module for $34.99) and a Blink Subscription Plan. But you’ll get a 30-day subscription trial when you set up your Blink device.
SAVE $950: The EcoFlow Delta 2 Max portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $949, down from the standard price of $1,899. That's a 50% discount and the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: EcoFlow EcoFlow Delta 2 Max portable power station $949 at AmazonA power outage is never convenient. Regardless of which season it happens in, it's never a fun experience and always ends up with dead cell phone batteries while worrying about food spoiling in the fridge. If you're familiar with these issues, a portable power station is a great investment and there's a trustworthy model on sale today.
As of March 17, the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max portable power station is on sale at Amazon for $949, marked down from the list price of $1,899. That works out to a 50% discount and a savings of $950. It's also the lowest price we've ever seen at Amazon.
A portable power station is a lifeline when it comes to power outages while you're at home. The relief that comes from knowing your cell phone will stay charged up is pretty priceless these days. Not to mention you'll be able to keep the food in your refrigerator chilled. The EcoFlow Delta 2 Max is ideal for a home power backup system, offering 2,048 Wh capacity and a 2,400 W output.
EcoFlow uses X-Boost, a proprietary technology, that allows the portable power station to power up almost any home appliance, including the refrigerator, TV, washing machine, oven, and more. The brand says this power station can keep your fridge running for 14 hours, a WiFi router for 97 hours, and a TV for 15 hours.
The Delta 2 Max is also great if you're planning on spring and summer RV and camping trips. Carrying portable power gives you the freedom to camp in remote areas that won't be connected to standard power. Your RV mini-fridge will stay powered up for almost 30 hours with the help of the Delta 2 Max
You also gets tons of flexibility with the Delta 2 Max since it comes with six AC outlets, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and two DC ports. It's also impressive when it comes to charging, going from zero to 80% charged in just 68 minutes when using AC power.
Now that it's dropped to its lowest price ever, grab the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max portable power station and forget about the fear of a storm knocking out power.
GET $170 OFF: As of Mar. 17th, the Asus Chromebook CM1402 MediaTek Kompanio 520 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC is only $129 at Best Buy, saving you 57%, or $170 off.
Opens in a new window Credit: Asus Asus Chromebook CM1402 MediaTek Kompanio 520 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC $129 at Best BuyOften, the most affordable laptops give us the most freedom. If you're in the market for a budget Chromebook that you can sling into a backpack and take around town, this Asus deal is an opportunity that shouldn't be passed over. It's also a great gift for a student.
Currently, Best Buy is selling the Asus Chromebook CM1402 MediaTek Kompanio 520 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC for only $129, saving you $170.
SEE ALSO: The best cheap laptops under $1,000, according to our testingAs a Chromebook, this computer is designed to use Google. It has 14 inches of Full HD screen space. Use it to surf the web, build spreadsheets and type in Google Suite, stream movies, and play light games.
This Chromebook is light on RAM, with only 4GB; don't expect it to blaze through complex projects or entertain 30 tabs at one time. However, it will get you around. And with 64GB of storage, you'll be able to back up your phone's photo drive, save music, and more.
Lightweight and with good battery life, this little Chromebook is a perfect pick for working out of the house. Take it with you to a coffeeshop and respond to emails without worrying about running out of battery.
As of Mar. 17th, the Asus Chromebook CM1402 MediaTek Kompanio 520 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC is on sale for $129, saving you $170, or 57%.
The Asus Chromebook CM1402 ships with a wired mouse, ensuring you're ready to get right to work on day one.
SAVE 30%: Suzanne Collins' latest in the Hunger Games series publishes March 18, and ahead of its release find it for 30% off at Amazon. As of March 17, order Sunrise on the Reaping for just $19.59, saving $8.40.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon 'Sunrise on the Reaping' by Suzanne Collins $19.59 at AmazonSuzanne Collins surprised all of us in 2020 with the release of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, the fourth novel in the Hunger Games series. The hype continued with the book's 2023 film adaptation, so it was music to our ears when it was announced last year that a new book was coming.
We can hardly believe it, but that book is already here. Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins is the fifth installment in the Hunger Games series and arrives on shelves, Tuesday, March 18. It's a prequel to the original trilogy, taking readers back to the 50th Hunger Games, where Haymitch Abernathy is dragged away from District 12 with three other tributes for the Quarter Quell.
This much anticipated origin story for Katniss and Peeta's beloved mentor, is already on sale ahead of its March 18 release. At Amazon, find Sunrise on the Reaping for just $19.59. That saves you $8.40 off of its standard $27.99 price tag. That's 30% savings on the brand new title. Plus, if you order now, it'll arrive on its release day of March 18.
Shop the latest Hunger Games installment at Amazon for 30% off now.
"If I lost a leg, would you get yours amputated too?"
"If I was kidnapped, would you offer to take my place?"
"If I die, will you die too?"
These are the interrogations September (Pascale Kann) poses to her younger sister July (Mia Tharia) in September Says, Ariane Labed's eerie directorial debut that asks the question, how close is too close when it comes to siblings?
Adapted from Daisy Johnson's 2020 novel Sisters, the horror-tinged drama starts as the not-quite-twins navigate teenage girlhood and moves into an increasingly dangerous game. Not your typical coming-of-age tale, the film presents a complicated experience of intertwined identities, exploring the force of family and sisterhood and what it feels like to be a young brown girl in white environments.
SEE ALSO: 'Girls Will Be Girls' review: A sublime coming-of-age tale that deeply understands girlhoodI didn't realise I'd been holding my breath until the credits started to roll, gripped by convincing performances from newcomers Tharia and Kann, and left with questions about the long shadows of sisters — and whether we can ever truly step out of them.
What is September Says about? Rakhee Thakrar, Pascale Kann, and Mia Tharia in "September Says" Credit: Sackville Film and Television Productions LimitedSeptember’s junior by only eleven months, July is shy and quiet, eyes glued to the floor and arms tight across her chest. September, on the other hand, is confident and brash, working the crowd at their mum Sheela's (Sex Education’s Rakhee Thakrar) art show opening and cutting off the plait of July’s school bully. July is shoved firmly under September’s wing, whether she likes it or not, until an as-yet-unseen incident forces the trio to retreat to a relative's holiday home in Ireland (in the book it's North Yorkshire).
On top of the painful awkwardness of making friends and having crushes, the girls are mixed-race with an Indian mother and an absent father, a whisper of violence in their parents’ relationship. This additional layer of otherness doesn’t help their outsider status, July’s meekness a magnet for mocking and the pains of puberty tinged with racism as classmates laugh at their dark body hair in a swimming lesson. While neither Johnson's book nor Labed's film dives into the girls’ mixed-race heritage, we see echoes in their unstable identities; September is overprotective and self-assured while July is introverted, not confident enough to take up space like her sister.
SEE ALSO: Best movies by women creators on NetflixAll of this draws the sisters together in a bond that oversteps the boundaries of closeness. July looks up to her older sister, claiming that September is who she always wanted to be. September loves being in the spotlight and prides herself on being able to “look after” July when depressive Sheela hasn’t been able to.
But September’s ego pushes her overprotectiveness into something more sinister, more controlling, a mood that ramps up as the girls find themselves left to their own devices in Ireland. With Sheela largely withdrawn to her bedroom, the sisters raid the dusty alcohol cupboard, watch nature documentaries, and forage the fridge for cold pasta. They have to feed, clean and occupy themselves, with not even an internet connection for entertainment. So, they go old school.
September Says plays with a childhood game to rattle relationship dynamics Credit: Despina SpyrouIt’s here that the movie’s titular game, a version of "Simon Says," takes on a menacing tone, September relishing her power over July. July is uncomfortable with the escalating commands, which jump from eating a whole jar of mayonnaise to cutting her neck with a knife. But if she doesn’t play by the rules, she’ll "lose a life." "Silly July," September laughs, demanding unyielding loyalty from her sister.
At first, July obeys every command. The mayonnaise is eaten, July's neck bleeds. But an interaction (with a local teenage boy, of course) at the beach is a catalyst for July to begin breaking free of September’s hold. Suddenly the object of someone else's interest, July begins to see what independence could look like — a boyfriend, even a life of her own — before it's swiftly snatched away. It's this sexual awakening, teased earlier in the film, that proves pivotal for the sisters' relationship — and one which builds to an eerie crescendo in the third act.
Credit: Despina SpyrouWith July becoming increasingly scared of September’s reckless behaviour and dangerous demands, the dependency between the sisters starts to splinter. July is still hooked on her sister’s attention, craving autonomy and normalcy, even if she’s not quite sure how to achieve that. September’s presence becomes spectral, more felt than seen, disappearing from rooms before popping up behind July in bathroom mirrors. Increasingly, the sisters seem to merge into a single presence.
Threaded with hints of horror, from September and July’s twin-like almost telepathic bond to the opening scene, where Sheela dresses her daughters as the Grady twins from The Shining for a photoshoot, there’s a creeping sense of the supernatural about September Says. Shots of razors, knives, and blood are overlaid with the sisters communicating with looks, touches, animalistic grunts or even whistles — July’s Pavlovian response to September’s sharp whistle marks an unsettling moment towards the end of the film.
September Says subverts coming-of-age hallmarks with a twist Credit: Sackville Film and Television Productions LimitedThis is not your typical teenage coming-of-age story. There are hallmarks of the genre – underage beers around a campfire, a first kiss, rebellions against Sheela’s authority – but September Says explores something much deeper than finding your voice. It’s a probing of intertwined identities, the force of family and what it feels like to be a young brown girl in white environments.
The film’s twist is perhaps not entirely unguessable, but that doesn’t detract from its quiet build and increasingly claustrophobic atmosphere. With a sparse script, minimal score and grainy visuals, plus the remote setting of the house in Ireland, which looks like it’s been left untouched for decades, audiences are drawn into the sisters’ insular world.
Sisterhood is a complicated experience — growing up with the same blood or in the same household is often portrayed to be like having a built-in best friend or eternal enemy. September Says puts forward a knottier reality, September and July’s relationship blending love and hate. The question we’re left with is how long September’s hold on July will last as she’s forced to step out of her older sister’s shadow or whether the battle scars are far too deep to ever fade.
September Says was reviewed out of its UK release in February 2025. U.S. release to be announced.
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