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With a fresh batch of iPhones out of the way, new MacBooks are almost certainly next on Apple's docket.

An updated MacBook Pro with the M6 chip is expected to arrive sometime this fall, based on its usual upgrade cycle. But rumor has it that another mysterious new Mac is also in the pipeline — the first with an OLED touchscreen.

Here's a running list of everything we know about the so-called "MacBook Ultra."

Why an OLED touchscreen MacBook is a big deal

Touch-enabled OLED displays are readily available on most high-end Windows laptops, but Apple has never bothered to equip its MacBooks with OLED panels or touch capabilities before. In fact, company executives have long derided the latter. In 2010, late Apple CEO and co-founder Steve Jobs called touchscreen laptops "ergonomically terrible." In 2018, software head Craig Federighi told Wired that he's "not into touchscreens" on laptops.

The MacBook Pro with the Touch Bar (RIP) was the closest thing we've had to a touch-enabled MacBook. Credit: Brenda Stolyar / Mashable

Then-hardware chief John Ternus, who recently ascended to the role of Apple's CEO, was still dismissing the idea of a touchscreen MacBook in 2021. Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, he said Apple had already made "the world’s best touch computer on an iPad...And the Mac is totally optimized for indirect input."

"We haven’t really felt a reason to change that,” Ternus added. For whatever reason, that longtime strategy may have changed.

Apple previously experimented with an OLED "Touch Bar" on MacBook Pros from 2016 to 2021, replacing their physical function row with a customizable touchscreen strip. It was either cool or useless, depending on who you asked.

At present, the only Apple products with OLED touchscreens are the iPad Pros and iPhones. (The former specifically have tandem OLED displays, which are brighter.) The existing 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros have static mini-LED displays. They're "beautifully crisp," to quote Mashable's tech editor, but a touch-supported OLED model would be a more interactive laptop with better contrast, wider viewing angles, and zero blooming to boot.

How do we know Apple is working on an OLED MacBook?

A slate of well-known Apple insiders have all separately claimed to have intel that the company is preparing an OLED touchscreen MacBook for release in 2026.

Bloomberg managing editor Mark Gurman — a fount of Apple scoops — first broke the news in early 2023, calling it "a move that would defy long-held company orthodoxy" (see: that Jobs quote). Gurman has continued to report on the device's supposed development over the years.

In fall 2025, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote on X that an upcoming "OLED MacBook Pro ... will incorporate a touch panel using on-cell touch technology." Kuo has foretold the arrival of Apple's foldable iPhone Duo, Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, and USB-C iPads.

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This June, a reliable leaker known as Instant Digital added more fuel to the fire with a short post on Weibo, a Chinese social media platform. "It's 100% confirmed that the MacBook screen will be touch-enabled," he wrote.

Just days later, Gurman reported that the developer beta for macOS 27 contained "the first tangible evidence from Apple itself" of the OLED touchscreen MacBook: newly added support for touch-responsive software features like a pull-to-refresh action. (More on those shortly.) At this point, the device is all but confirmed.

What will the OLED MacBook be called? Existing MacBook Pros have had the same design since 2021. Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable

According to Gurman, the OLED touchscreen Mac is internally code-named K114 and K116. (That probably means it will also come in 14- and 16-inch sizes.) Both he and Kuo have referred to it as a high-end variant of the MacBook Pro, though Gurman's theorized that it could have a different name: MacBook Ultra, maybe?

"A 'MacBook Ultra' label would more clearly signal their [the OLED touchscreen Macs'] position at the top of the lineup," Gurman wrote in a March edition of his weekly "Power On" newsletter. Apple already calls its most advanced smartwatch and silicon chip the Apple Watch Ultra 4 and M5 Ultra, respectively.

But don't put too much stock in that just yet. We thought the foldable iPhone would be called the iPhone Ultra for a while, and it wound up getting the Duo identifier.

OLED MacBook rumored features

Gurman said the OLED touchscreen MacBook has a new interface that makes it easy to switch between touch and traditional point-and-click controls. Updates in the macOS 27 beta clue us in to three software features that will likely show up on it:

• A pull-to-refresh action, similar to how you'd reload a website or social media feed on an iPhone or iPad

• The iPhones' Dynamic Island, a pill-shaped notification area with a hole-punch camera cutout (no more notch!)

• The ability to interact with an extended or mirrored iPad screen via touch inputs

Gurman has also stated that the new MacBook will have a full keyboard and trackpad, so using its touchscreen will be "completely optional." This is not going to be some sort of MacBook-iPad love child, in other words.

Looks-wise, Gurman thinks the OLED touchscreen MacBook will be "significantly lighter" than existing Pro models, which have had the same form factor since 2021. OLED panels are thinner and bendier than regular LCD panels, so this makes sense. Apple's iPad Pros got up to 20 percent thinner and 15 percent lighter when they gained OLED displays.

Apple's iPad Pro has had an OLED touchscreen since 2024. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

"Apple has reengineered the machine’s interior, miniaturizing parts and rearranging components to make the computer much easier to carry," Gurman wrote.

In 2024, Gurman reported that Apple was "investigating the idea of bringing cellular connectivity to the Mac for the first time," but didn't specify whether that feature was intended for the OLED touchscreen MacBook or another future model. He hasn't mentioned it since, so Apple might've left it on the back burner.

What chip will the OLED MacBook have?

The OLED touchscreen MacBook will reportedly run on Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, not brand-new silicon. That's according to Gurman again, who credited his sources as "people with knowledge of the matter ... who asked not to be identified because the plans are private."

Launched in March of this year, the M5 Pro and M5 Max fuel Apple's current top-end MacBook Pros. They're designed to handle the intensive computing workloads of power users like professional creatives, developers, and AI researchers. With that in mind, the OLED touchscreen MacBook will not be a laptop for the average person.

How much will the OLED MacBook cost? The Dell XPS 14, one of the best MacBook Pro alternatives for Windows users, starts at $2,299.99 with an OLED touchscreen. Credit: Haley Henschel / Mashable

The OLED touchscreen MacBook will most likely be Apple's priciest laptop, given its upper-end processors and fancy display. For reference, the existing MacBook Pro with the M5 Pro chip starts at $2,499 in the 14-inch size and $2,999 in the 16-inch size.

Knowing that the iPad Pros got about 20 percent more expensive as part of their OLED upgrade, it's possible that a 14-inch OLED touchscreen MacBook will start around $2,999. Of course, that's assuming the global memory crisis doesn't wreak any more havoc on component costs before its launch, which may be overly optimistic. (Apple already had to raise its MacBook prices once this year amid "RAMageddon.")

Will Apple release the OLED MacBook in 2026?

Gurman has reported that the OLED touchscreen MacBook will arrive between the end of 2026 and early 2027. This spring, he was leaning towards the latter half of that timeframe because of the memory crisis. But these days, he's banking on an imminent launch. (So are 55 percent of Mashable readers, according to the results of our Big Guessing Game: Apple Edition.)

"Apple, I believe, will introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pro this fall, as early as October," Gurman said in the inaugural episode of his "Power On" podcast, which dropped Oct. 1. "[It] Could slip to November, but as early as October."

The OLED touchscreen MacBook would mark Apple's second all-new laptop of 2026 after the outrageously popular budget MacBook Neo.

Google is pulling back some Gemini app features for free users.

The company announced the change to its AI software suite in a support notice, spotted by 9to5google. Starting on Oct. 9, anyone using the Gemini app without a paid subscription will be limited to just the 3.5 Flash-Lite model, with access to the 3.6 Flash or 3.1 Pro models turned off. Additionally, those who pay $4.99/month for Google AI Plus will lose access to the Pro model, as well, but retain access to Flash-Lite and Flash.

SEE ALSO: The first 5 Googlebook laptops are here, with an OS that blends Android and Gemini

That means if you want to maintain the same experience you've been having with a free account up until now, you'll have to pay at least $19.99/mo for a Google AI Pro subscription. Those who already pay for AI Pro, as a nice little bonus, will get access to the "Deep Think" option that was previously exclusive to even higher tiers of the service.

This is not terribly surprising given how subscription-based services usually work on a long enough timeline. Features that were available to all users gradually become available to only some.

Google has faced some AI challenges this year. Long-time Google DeepMind leader Demis Hassabis has transitioned into a new role, and it's unclear if the move was a promotion or a demotion. The company has also repeatedly failed to deliver on the promised Gemini 3.5 Pro model, originally set to be launched in June.

Bloomberg also reported recently on employee frustrations that Gemini 4 lags far behind rival models from Anthropic and OpenAI, the latest in a series of rumors about behind-the-scenes tensions in Google-land.

SAVE $1,190: As of Oct. 5, the Mammotion Luba 3 AWD 3000 Robot Lawn Mower is on sale for $2,109 at Amazon. That’s a 36% discount and matches its lowest price to date.

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If you want to take lawn care completely off your weekend to-do list, this massive price drop is worth acting on.

Amazon slashed $1,190 off the Mammotion Luba 3 AWD 3000 robot lawn mower, bringing it down to $2,109 — matching its best price ever. The Mammotion Luba 3 AWD 3000 replaces the old-school perimeter wires with a 360-degree LiDAR sensor, dual AI cameras, and network RTK GPS to map your yard down to the centimeter.

Its all-wheel-drive system and omni-wheels let it climb massive 80% inclines (about 39 degrees) and roll over 2-inch roots or curbs without getting stuck. You get twin cutting discs with 12 total blades, powered by two 165W motors that adjust speed on the fly based on grass thickness, and it pushes through a 0.75-acre yard for up to 175 minutes per charge.

SEE ALSO: Amazon is dropping huge deals on robot lawn mowers ahead of Prime Day: Shop Dreame, Mammotion, and more

It identifies over 300 types of obstacles, supports 30 custom zones in the app, and ships with the mower, charging dock, extra blades, and a separate cleaning stand to hose off the bottom. The lawn mower's setup avoids the hassle of burying boundary wires, while the camera-and-LiDAR combo lets it dodge toys, hoses, and trees in real-time.

Its four-wheel-drive grip won't tear up your grass when taking tight turns on steep hills, and you can program it to lay down custom patterns like checkerboard or diagonal stripes. Wire-free mowers that handle this kind of rough terrain usually creep way past $3,000, so knocking over $1,100 off a high-end unit makes automating your yard work a no-brainer.

Grab the Mammotion Luba 3 AWD 3000 robot lawn mower and lock in the $1,190 discount before the clock runs out.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE OVER $149: As of Oct. 5, the 2026 Apple Mac mini M5 Pro is available for $1,549.99 on Amazon. That's a $149.01 savings off the regular list price of $1,699.

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Everybody loves a good Apple deal. Let's face it: they don't come around all that often. That's why sale events such as October Prime Day — which officially launches tomorrow — are always such a treat.

As ever, Amazon has built anticipation with a bunch of early deals, including markdowns on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and Apple Watches. But an Apple deal that might have passed you by is a discount on the Apple Mac mini M5 Pro, an Apple device that often flies under the radar

As of Oct. 5, the Apple Mac mini M5 Pro is down from $1,699 to $1,549.99, which saves you $149.01 — a decent saving on any Apple product.

If you've never heard of this device, it's essentially all the power and brilliance of a Mac packed into a little silver box. All you need to do is hook it up to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. It runs on the M5 Pro chip, which means it's among the smartest, fastest, most powerful Apple devices out there. It has Apple Intelligence, 512GB of storage, and WiFi 7 support.

Get the Apple Mini Mac Desktop as part of the early October Prime Day deals — now just $1,549.99 at Amazon.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE OVER $50: As of Oct. 5, the Apple AirPods 4 are available for $79 at Walmart. That's a total saving of $50.99 from the regular list price of $129.99.

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We're just a day away from the official launch of October Prime Day on Amazon, but the early deals have been so strong that some bargains have already sold out, including Amazon's $99 deal on the Apple AirPods 4. You haven't entirely missed out, though. In fact, you can now get an even better deal on those exact AirPods.

Walmart was matching Amazon's $99 price — down from $129.99 — but with a day still to go before the big Amazon sale, Walmart has cut the price of these AirPods by another $20.

As of Oct. 5, the Apple AirPods 4 are now just $79 a Walmart, which gives you savings of $50.99.

It's worth noting that these are the last generation of AirPods to not feature active noise cancellation (though there is an ANC version available at Walmart, which is almost double the price). If you don't need ANC, these are an absolute steal right now — one of the very best bargains you'll find on any AirPods. You get spatial audio, high-quality Apple sound, and a charging case that delivers up to 30 hours of runtime.

Grab the Apple AirPods 4 before they sell out at Walmart. Now available for $79 — an overall saving of $50.99.

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 — $429 $549 (save $120)

SAVE $81.99: As of Oct. 5, the Sony XM6 noise-canceling headphones are on sale for $378 at Amazon. That's down from their list price of $459.99 and the lowest price on record.

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If you've been holding out for a price drop on Sony's premier active noise-canceling cans, now is your chance. The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones just dropped back down to $378 at Amazon, shaving $81.99 off their $459.99 list price and matching their all-time low.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones pack an upgraded QN3 noise-canceling processor and a 12-microphone array that automatically adjusts to block out your surroundings. They bring back a foldable design for easy packing, tune sound with input from studio engineers, and support high-resolution audio via LDAC.

You get up to 30 hours of playback with active noise cancellation on (and up to 40 hours with it turned off). They also handle wired playback and charging simultaneously, pair with two devices at once over Bluetooth 5.3, and pack physical touch controls right on the earcups.

Earning a 4.5-star rating and a Mashable Choice Award, the XM6 headphones deliver top-tier performance where it counts most. In his review for Mashable, Timothy Beck Werth called the active noise cancellation "phenomenal," noting that slipping them on feels like stepping into an instant "bubble of silence." Sony also fixed the biggest design complaint from the previous generation by bringing back a foldable hinge, pairing it with a sturdier, travel-friendly magnetic carrying case.

Vocals sound noticeably clearer thanks to updated audio tuning, and the plush headband ensures zero ear fatigue during all-day wear. While heavy multi-layered tracks can occasionally blur a bit at lower volumes, getting this level of noise cancellation, comfort, and build quality for $378 makes them an easy pick over full-priced competitors.

Snag the Sony WH-1000XM6 while they're down to their best-ever price at Amazon.

Thought SpaceXAI was hard to pronounce? Wait till you see what Elon Musk is cooking up next.

Following Donald Trump's recent remarks that "artificial intelligence" should in fact be called "supreme intelligence" or "super intelligence," the tech billionaire decided to rename his recently renamed SpaceXAI (officially an AI-focused subsidiary of SpaceX) as SpaceXSI.

Seemingly in wholehearted agreement with the president's idea, Musk shared his own decision on X on Sunday.

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"No more AI. SI. It's better," tweeted Musk. A follower then asked whether there was any possibility of renaming SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI, to which Musk replied: "Yes, we will make that change."

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Supreme intelligence (also known as an alien artificial intelligence in the Marvel comic universe) is just one of the rebrands Trump has suggested for AI. He also suggested "extreme intelligence" and "superior intelligence," before finally settling on "super intelligence" and signing an executive order on Sept. 29 ushering in the new term.

"The name Super Intelligence conveys the true capabilities of the technologies being developed today, unlocking new forms of human creativity and empowering Americans to achieve what was previously impossible—not simply imitating or automating human intelligence as is implied by the term 'Artificial Intelligence,'" reads a post on the official White House website.

SEE ALSO: Elon Musk's X launches 'X Numbers'

Artificial intelligence is a term that's been around for decades. Coined by American computer scientist John McCarthy in 1955, it has since been used by countless scientific papers, books, articles, movies, and video games. As one commenter tweeted, Musk is having a hard enough time getting people to call Twitter to his rebranded name "X;" we'll see whether the "SI" rebrand fares any better.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is available for $159.99 at Amazon. That's close to market price, but does require shoppers to request an invite to buy.

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Amazon’s $89.99 deal on the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box sold out fast, but the retailer still offers one of the most reasonable routes to securing this high-demand set — if you're willing to join the waitlist.

The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is currently listed at $159.99 on Amazon, with shipping and sale handled directly by the retailer. Because inventory remains extremely tight ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, Amazon is routing orders through its "request invite" lottery system. Submitting an invite request reserves your spot in line to purchase the box at list price, without paying inflated secondary-market rates.

At $159.99, Amazon’s price sits close to TCGplayer’s market price. It's also considerably cheaper than Walmart, so even though it hurts to miss out on the $89.99 deal that Amazon was offering a couple of weeks ago, this is still a strong option for collectors.

The 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box is the premier display piece for this milestone expansion. Each ETB comes packed with nine 30th Celebration booster packs, an exclusive full-art foil Nidorina promo card, 16 foil Basic Energy cards, 65 custom card sleeves, damage-counter dice, a condition marker, card dividers, a collector’s player guide, and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is in stock and available for $99 at Amazon.

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The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration expansion has triggered a wild price war among third-party sellers. Amazon's price on the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle isn't amazing, but we'll take what we can get right now.

As of Oct. 5, the Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Booster Bundle is down to $99 at Amazon via marketplace seller BFG Productions. You might find better prices after Prime Day, but Amazon actually has stock and is selling for somewhere close to market price. That's a deal in our eyes.

At $99, you are looking at $16.50 per pack for six sealed 30th Celebration booster packs. That’s a far more palatable rate to chase the set’s heavy hitters like Mewtwo ex, Mew ex, Umbreon ex, Salamence ex, and Greninja ex. Plus, every single pack guarantees one of 30 distinct rare Pikachu variant cards, making this one of the most collectible anniversary drops in recent memory.

Stock tends to disappear quickly, so we recommend jumping on this offer to avoid disappointment. Paying $99 is still a markup over retail, but landing a sealed bundle for under $100 on Amazon is currently your safest bet to dodge $130+ reseller gouging.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

In iOS 27.2, Apple’s Health gets a redesign that includes a series of tests to measure your health against your actual age. Bridget Carey walks (and squats) through her Health Age test and offers tips on what to expect.

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Timecode chapters
0:24 New Apple Health app for iOS 27
1:07 Apple Health longevity movement assessment demos
1:58 Core and strength tests
2:46 Flexibility tests
2:59 VO2 Max tests
3:53 Adding your lab results to Apple Health
5:06 Adding nutrition and mental health data to Apple Health
5:53 Apple Health personal summaries powered by Apple Intelligence
6:14 Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Health Readiness Score
6:36 Look out for Apple Health Age in iOS 27.2

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Host: Bridget Carey
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Producer: Carly Marsh
Camera: Carly Marsh, John Schwartz, Bridget Carey
Video editor: Carly Marsh
Thumbnail designer: Tharon Green

PCMag's Joe Osborne and CNET’s Josh Goldman break down Apple's latest Mac desktop lineup in this Lab Report. From the base Mac mini M6 with its huge performance gains and upgraded Apple Intelligence to the workstation-class M5 Pro mini and Mac Studio options with M5 Max and M5 Ultra, we analyze whether the recent price hikes are justified for creators, power users, and everyday Mac fans, and how to navigate them.

Explore more coverage of Apple's new Mac desktops: Surprise! New Macs Before iPhone Event — What’s Going On?
Apple announces new $899 M6 Mac mini and $5,499 M5 Ultra Mac Studio

Timecode chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:13 Mac mini M6 overview and pricing
1:42 M6 performance vs. PC mini PCs
4:19 Mac mini design and connectivity
6:17 AI workloads and RAM requirements
9:32 Mac mini with M5 Pro
10:48 Memory bandwidth and future-proofing
14:13 Who should buy the M5 Pro?
17:42 Mac Studio M5 Max and M5 Ultra
20:48 Gaming on Apple Silicon
21:30 Verdict and recommendations

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Host: Joe Osborne, Josh Goldman
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Producer: Numidas Prasarn
Camera: Numidas Prasarn
Video editor: Dillon Lopez
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SAVE $100: As of Oct. 5, the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $499 at Amazon. That's $100 off its full price of $599.

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Before its Prime Big Deal Days sale starts tomorrow, Amazon's been sneaking in some early deals for shoppers to check out. This includes a variety of discounts on Apple devices. Even the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) has been discounted, dropping to $499 for a limited time.

If this iPad model has been on your radar, this is a great opportunity to snag it for $100 off its usual full price ($599). Plus, you get to enjoy up to three free months of Apple Arcade, Fitness+, and News+ with your purchase as well.

SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, Apple

If you're looking for an iPad mainly for reading, the iPad mini is the one we'd recommend, per our roundup of the best iPads of 2026. It has a compact size, which is very helpful if you're bringing it along on vacations or casual outings, with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display. Its A17 Pro chip also offers speedy performance and graphics, plus its all-day battery life can keep you busy in a favorite book for hours.

The iPad mini has a very nice camera, too. It comes with a 12MP Ultra Wide front camera for video calls and selfies, and a 12MP Wide back camera for detailed photos and videos. And if you're curious about how much storage you'll have for all these photos and videos, along with the many apps you're hoping to download, this particular model comes with 128GB to fill.

If this tablet has your attention, be quick to save on the iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) at Amazon before Prime Day tomorrow.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE $17: As of Oct. 5, the Ugreen Nexode Pro 10,000mAh mini power bank is down to $37.97 at Amazon. That’s a 31% savings on a limited-time deal that ends on Oct. 5

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If your phone is perpetually hovering at 5% by mid-afternoon, you'll want to grab this fast. Amazon just knocked $17 off the Ugreen Nexode Pro 10,000mAh 45W Mini Power Bank, dropping it to $37.97 — a 31% savings off its usual $54.99 price tag. This power bank is tiny — measuring over 60% smaller than an iPhone 17 Pro Max — and slides effortlessly into a pocket or bag.

Despite its mini cylindrical shape, it packs 45W max fast charging through its built-in 8.7-inch braided USB-C cable (which doubles as a wrist strap), capable of boosting an iPhone 17 Pro Max to 66% or a Galaxy S25 Ultra to 65% in just 30 minutes. It also features a Smart TFT display showing real-time battery stats, temperature, and health, packs a 10,000mAh capacity, and has three output ports (two USB-C and one USB-A) to power up three devices at once.

SEE ALSO: 30+ of the best Anker deals live before Prime Day: We love these deals on power banks, speakers, earbuds, and more

Ugreen has nailed the sweet spot between raw speed and portability with this model. The real draw here is the 45W output: while most mini power banks cap out at 20W or 30W, 45W delivers full-speed fast charging for phones, tablets, or even emergency battery top-ups for a MacBook Air without forcing you to carry a heavy brick.

The built-in braided cable means you'll never have to scramble around your backpack for a spare cord, and the smart display takes the guesswork out by showing your exact battery percentage and health status. Getting a 45W charger from a reliable brand for under $38 is an absolute steal — just make sure you grab it before the timer runs out.

Grab the Ugreen Nexode Pro for 31% off today.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE OVER $549: As of Oct. 5, the DJI Power 2000 portable power station is available for $749.99 at Amazon. That's a total saving of $549.01 from the regular list price of $1,299.

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If you do one thing this October Prime Day, we recommend prioritizing big-ticket tech devices that are ordinarily too expensive. You know, things like power stations, which are super practical — essential, you could argue nowadays — but are just too pricey to justify most of the time.

Prime is now just a day away, officially running Oct. 6-7, but we're already feeling electrified by the early deals, including — yes — a super deal on this DJI Power 2000 portable power station.

As of Oct. 5, the DJI Power 2000 portable power station has been marked down from $1299 to $749.99, for a total savings of $549.01.

This power station is built for outdoor adventures, road trips, and general off-grid living. It recharges via the mains or through solar power, and comes equipped with multiple charging points for a variety of devices at any one time. It delivers 300W of power and can power appliances such as a fridge for up to 40 hours.

Get a super deal on a supercharger before Prime Day has even begun, with the DJI Power 2000 portable power station down to $749.99 — a massive saving of over $500.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE $70: As of Oct. 5, the AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $179 at Amazon ahead of Prime Day. That's $70 off their full price of $249.

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Discounts on Apple products are already popping up on Amazon ahead of its Prime Big Deal Days event, including the AirPods Pro 3. As of Oct. 5, these earbuds are $179 at Amazon, which isn't far from their lowest-ever price of $169.

We saw them hit that low point just before June's Prime Day sale, but this offer is still mighty close if you've been hoping to grab them for a low price. Compared to paying the full $249, this deal saves you $70 overall, but it's only available for a limited time. There's no telling just how long that will be, so don't wait too long to scoop them up on sale.

SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, Apple

While new AirPods may be out in the wild, we still have a lot of love for the AirPods Pro 3. They remain on our list of the best wireless earbuds as our favorite pick for Apple users, as their "sound profile is robust and clear, the noise cancellation truly silences the world around you, and they pair easily to Apple devices."

For those with a more active lifestyle, they also feature built-in heart rate sensors. With these, you can track your heart rate and calories burned while you're working out, which our reviewer Adam Doud said "worked perfectly." They also offer a strong battery life that can last you up to 8 hours with ANC on, or up to 10 in Transparency mode.

This deal is well worth grabbing before Prime Big Deal Days. Don't miss out on $70 off the AirPods Pro 3 right now at Amazon.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

It's been far too long since we saw the agents of Michael & Eagle Lettings together, but thankfully SNL UK has now corrected this.

In the clip above from the show's "Weekend Update" segment, anchor Ania Magliano chats to Jamie Demetriou and Al Roberts, both in character as Stath Lets Flats agents Stath and Al.

The conversation is every bit as chaotic and hilarious as you'd expecting, with the highlight being a song about playing football in America.

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SAVE $46: As of Oct. 5, the Kindle 16GB (2024) is priced at $103.99 at Amazon. That's 31% off on the list price of $149.99.

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Just a day out from the official launch of October Prime Day, and Amazon continues to stack up the early deals. That includes discounts on the retailer's own devices, including this Kindle 16GB (2024).

This discount is doubly appealing because Kindle prices have surged due to the tech crunch known as RAMageddon. If you're looking for a new Kindle but don't want to pay top dollar for the latest model, this is a superb deal.

As of Oct. 5, the Kindle 16GB (2024) is marked down to $103.99, which gives you $46 off the regular list price of $149.99.

This particular model is light, bright — 25% brighter than previous versions, in fact — and gives you access to a near-endless supply of books when you sign up for the free Kindle Unlimited subscription.

With Kindle prices skyrocketing, grab the Kindle 16GB (2024) while you can save an impressive $46. Available now for just $103.99.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

SAVE $50: As of Oct. 5, the Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV is down to its lowest-ever price of $299.99 at Amazon. That's $50 off its list price of $349.99.

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Prime Big Deal Days officially kicks off tomorrow, but if you're hoping to buy a new TV, there's no need to wait.

Amazon has some fantastic early deals live, including a price cut on the Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV. As of Oct. 5, this smart TV is already down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

For a limited time, you can snag this screen for $299.99. That's a $50 discount from its usual list price of $349.99. It's only available for a limited time, so you will likely need to shop before the end of Prime Day (Oct. 7).

SEE ALSO: We've scoured hundreds of sales to find the 35+ best early October Prime Day deals: Bose, Lego, Apple

This Insignia model is among our favorite early Prime Day TV deals. Its 65-inch screen boasts sharp 4K Ultra HD resolution and QLED technology, delivering stunning colors and brightness on screen. With a Direct LED backlight, you'll also enjoy rich contrast in what you're watching, so movies, TV shows, and games can really shine with a high-quality picture.

Even the sound quality is a treat, with the TV also supporting Dolby Atmos Audio. This spatial audio technology makes the sounds in your show or movie feel as if they're coming from all around you, making the experience even more immersive as you watch. And on top of all that, it's also a smart Fire TV, so you can easily access your favorite streaming apps.

No need to wait for Prime Day to save on this Insignia 65-inch Class QF LED 4K QLED TV. Grab it for $50 off right now at Amazon.

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)

I went to Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul to see how we might one day live with robots. It was part cutting-edge technology, part theatrics.

TL;DR: The Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box is on sale for $165.61 at Amazon, down from its $209.70 list price.

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$209.70 Save $44.09 Pre-order Here

Amazon has once again pushed its Star Trek Play Booster Box preorder down ahead of launch, with the latest price now more than $34 below the previous low we flagged in September. 

As of Oct. 5, the Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Play Booster Box is available to preorder for $165.61 at Amazon. That's a sizeable $44.09 saving against its $209.70 list price. With this new record-low price (confirmed via the price tracker camelcamelcamel), this works out to roughly 21% off, bringing each of the 30 included Play Boosters to about $5.52 apiece.

Sold and shipped by Amazon directly, this box also comes with the retailer’s preorder price guarantee, so you’ll automatically pay the lowest Amazon price offered between ordering and its release on Nov. 13. 

SEE ALSO: The 30+ best early Prime Day deals on trading cards: Pokémon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, and more

Themed around Magic’s venture into the iconic space-faring franchise (drawing from 60 years of the Star Trek franchise, including special treatments), you’ll get 30 Star Trek set packs — each containing 14 cards. 

Packs include seven commons, three uncommons, a wildcard of any rarity, a Traditional Foil, a rare or mythic rare, a land, and a non-foil double-sided token. What’s more, stardate cards can also replace a common in one out of every 25 boosters. 

The best deals this week, hand-picked by our shopping experts

• Fire Stick 4K Select — $17.99 $49.99 (save $32)

• AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

• Bose QuietComfort Gen 2 — $319 $359 (save $40)

• iPad mini — $499 $599 (save $100)

• MacBook Air M5 — $1,099 $1,299 (save $200)