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Presumably, Apple will release the iPhone 18 in September. That's all fine and good, but let's look even further into the future.
Believe it or not, there are already credible reports and leaks floating around about a potential 20th anniversary "iPhone 20" arriving in fall 2027. (If the rumor mill is correct, Apple will skip the iPhone 19, and this wouldn't be the first time Apple has gotten creative with numbering.) The iPhone 20 would commemorate the 20th anniversary of the original model, which was released on June 29, 2007.
To mark 20 years of the iPhone, Apple is reportedly prepping a big redesign that makes use of curved glass and a waterfall display. If true, this would be one of the biggest shakeups to the iPhone in years.
So, here is everything we know about the iPhone 20.
SEE ALSO: Apple's new 'Upgrade' program lets you lease a Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch like a car iPhone 20: When will it come out?First things first, the release date. Apple always launches its flagship iPhone models in September of every year, and there's currently no reason to believe that's going to change soon.
In other words, it's widely expected that this phone will be announced and will subsequently launch in September of 2027. The 20th anniversary iPhone is also the perfect opportunity for Apple to do some weird, fun stuff with its signature device.
iPhone 20: What will it look like?This is the big point of interest regarding the iPhone 20. In 2025, there were multiple credible reports that the iPhone 20 model would undergo a major redesign that uses significantly more glass than the typical phone.
More recently, Bloomberg and The Information both reported in May of this year that it will have an all-glass, edge-to-edge display. That means curved glass wrapping around the edges of the device, and perhaps more importantly, a seeming lack of a notch or Dynamic Island cutout for the selfie camera. The Dynamic Island has proven divisive, and it will be interesting to see if Apple can deliver on the promise of a true edge-to-edge display.
We've seen wrap-around and waterfall displays on other devices like TVs, but a more sculptural, curved glass iPhone would definitely stand out in the mobile market.
In June, Bloomberg also reported that there will be two iPhone 20 models launched in 2027, likely in the Pro category, and that they will measure in at around 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches. Those are pretty similar figures to what's expected from the iPhone 18.
iPhone 20: New buttons!Lastly, for now, leaker Instant Digital posted on Weibo late last year that Apple is working on "solid-state" (in other words, non-moving and non-mechanical) buttons for the iPhone 20. The unique feature here would be haptic feedback for power, volume control, and camera control. I could see this being somewhat controversial, like when Apple got rid of the home button, but we'll have to wait and see.
SAVE $100.99: As of July 29, get the Ecovacs Winbot W2 Pro Omni for $399 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $499.99. That's a discount of 20%.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Ecovacs Winbot W2 Pro Omni $399 at AmazonYou already know that when it comes to cleaning your floors, a robot vacuum is the way to go. But what about when you want to tidy up your windows? Toss the Windex and paper towels and let a robot handle that, too. We've got a great option for you thanks to this Amazon deal that can tackle the streakiest, filthiest windows while you sit back and relax, all at a great discount.
As of July 29, get the Ecovacs Winbot W2 Pro Omni for $399 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $499.99. That's $100.99 off and a discount of 20%.
SEE ALSO: I found the best robot vacuums for every floor, budget, and level of lazinessAll you have to do to get this robot started is attach it to your window and let it get to work. It uses two different methods of cleaning depending on what kind of windows you have: battery mode for areas without outlets, and plugged-in for larger areas when you need additional power.
Its 6-in-1 multifunction station has an all-in-one attachment to let it handle everything about each window cleaning job from start to finish. It uses three different nozzles for wide-angle cleaning as well as a wet cloth to make it easier to tackle streaky and super soiled windows. With intelligent path planning and a brushless motor to power it all, you can skip the frustrating paper towel wash and feel confident that the robots are getting the job done.
This is a great gift for anyone who needs help cleaning, but it's also good to treat yourself. So, spoil yourself with a window-cleaning robot that can take one more item off of your to-do list.
SAVE $30: As of July 29, you can sign up for a full year of anime streaming on Crunchyroll for just $69.99 instead of the usual $99.99. That's 30% off its usual cost.
Opens in a new window Credit: Crunchyroll Crunchyroll Fan annual subscription (Prime Video add-on) $69.99Everyone's favorite anime streaming service, Crunchyroll, raised its prices earlier this year after nixing its free streaming plan. It's an unfortunate trend amongst streaming services in 2026. If you cut ties due to the jacked up prices, now's your chance to jump back on board for less.
As of July 29, you can sign up for the Crunchyroll Fan annual subscription for only $69.99 instead of the usual $99.99. That's 30% or $30 in savings and even cheaper than its pre-price hike cost. The deal is available through the Crunchyroll app or website directly or as a Prime Video add-on subscription.
The Crunchyroll Fan subscription unlocks ad-free access to the entire Crunchyroll library, including brand new episodes shortly after they air in Japan. You'll also get offline viewing access. The only limitation is that you can stream on just one device at a time. If you want to stream on more than one at a time, you'll need the Mega Fan subscription, which is also on sale for just $99.99 for one year (reg. $139.99).
If you sign up through Prime Video, just be sure to select the annual plan at checkout instead of the monthly plan if you want to secure the savings. You'll be billed directly through your Amazon account and charged automatically for the next year at full cost unless you cancel before then. (Set your calendar alerts now).
Whether you're a longtime anime lover or you're curious and want to explore the genre, Crunchyroll is the subscription to get. It has a vast selection of popular titles, Crunchyroll Originals, and simulcasts, including the beloved Witch Hat Atelier, One Piece, Gachiakuta, Solo Leveling, and Demon Slayer.
SAVE 42%: As of July 29, you can get the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus portable power station bundled with two 200W solar panels for $2,149 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount or $1,550 in savings.
Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus $2,149 at AmazonLiving on the East Coast has taught me that a stiff breeze is all it takes to lose power. Since I live in an apartment, buying a traditional gas generator isn't practical, but a heavy-duty portable power station offers the same peace of mind without the fumes, noise, or installation hassle.
SEE ALSO: The 6 best portable power stations to stay charged up at home and on the goRight now, you can get the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus portable power station bundled with two 200W solar panels for $2,149 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount or $1,550 in savings.
The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus runs on a battery, so it's safe for indoor use. (It has built-in wheels and a retractable handle so you can roll it from room to room like carry-on luggage.) With a 3,584Wh capacity and 3,600W AC output, it's enough to keep your refrigerator, WiFi router, lights, and phones running through a prolonged blackout.
You can charge it from a standard wall outlet in just 2.5 hours before a storm rolls in, or set up the included solar panels to recharge it in (roughly) four hours if the grid stays down.
Reader, I love an art heist film, and there are very few good ones. The Mastermind is one. Entrapment is another (don't look at me like that). But The Thomas Crown Affair has always been been top of this list, both the Steve McQueen/Faye Dunaway 1968 version and the 1999 versions, the latter Pierce Brosnan gem a video store classic in this house.
Now, Michael B. Jordan is restarting the affair, directing his own version with a screenplay by Drew Pearce and Jason Hall and a sublime cast: the Oscar-winning Sinners star himself, alongside Adria Arjona, Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Kenneth Branagh, and Pilou Asbæk.
The trailer promises Vincent Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" as a target, high-speed chases, and plenty of luxurious destinations. You son of a bitch, I'm in!
The Thomas Crown Affair hits cinemas March 5, 2027.
Will your next takeout food delivery arrive by air? That's what DoorDash is preparing for.
On Wednesday, DoorDash announced that it had just received Part 135 air carrier certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). As a result of this approval, the company also announced the launch of an in-house drone program called DoorDash Air.
"This certification means that DoorDash is authorized to operate as an air carrier and offer an even more deeply integrated drone delivery experience, opening up new possibilities for local businesses," the company said in a statement.
According to DoorDash, the company is only the eighth drone operator to earn the FAA's Part 135 certification. DoorDash was required to pass a five-stage evaluation process that verified aircraft airworthiness, maintenance programs, and safety procedures.
“We want drone delivery to work for any merchant, anywhere. We're building the full stack to make that possible from the ground infrastructure to the drone itself, and the handoff systems that make it work together seamlessly,” said Head of DoorDash Air Harrison Shih in a blog post. “Advances in hardware, compute, and AI are creating extraordinary new capabilities for local commerce, and becoming a certified air carrier accelerates everything we're building.”
Human Dashers will continue to play a main role within the company, DoorDash says. The company mentioned how Dashers will still fulfill deliveries that drones and other autonomous delivery systems can't handle, such as apartment deliveries and fulfilling deliveries with large orders.
According to the company, drones fulfilled deliveries in an estimated average of 25 minutes last year. The company says that some locations that took part in its drone partner pilot found their order volume grow by around 30 percent during the program.
DoorDash also has a good idea of which type of deliveries would benefit the most from drones. DoorDash says that 20 percent of DoorDash orders need to be delivered between three to five miles. However, those orders took roughly 25 percent longer to be fulfilled than shorter deliveries. The company says this is because it's more difficult to find Dashers willing to take on mid-range trips. DoorDash hopes that drone deliveries can fulfill these orders, allowing human Dashers to focus on shorter trips, which could maximize their earnings.
Of course, DoorDash wouldn't be the first company to experiment with drone deliveries. Amazon, Alphabet's Wing, and most recently, Walmart have all deployed drone delivery systems. These companies have all touted their delivery drone program; however, there have been some speed bumps along the way.
DoorDash says it's currently "designing and building" its first-party drone program with the company's in-house robotics and autonomy team, DoorDash Labs. The company says that this is "only the beginning" and expects to have further updates about DoorDash Air later this year.
TL;DR: Matthew and Camila McConaughey's Pantalones Organic Tequila has teamed up with Yeti on "A Lot Cooler," a limited-edition cooler featuring a custom Pantalones design, sized to hold a full case (six bottles) of tequila. It's priced at $250 and available for preorder.
Matthew McConaughey's tequila brand is putting its own spin on his most famous line.
Pantalones Organic Tequila, which he co-founded with his wife Camila, has teamed up with Yeti to launch "A Lot Cooler" — a limited-edition cooler that's more or less an inside joke turned real product, referencing McConaughey's "It'd be a lot cooler if you did" line from Dazed and Confused. Priced at $250, it's now available for preorder.
The launch comes with a new video, and it's delightfully ridiculous. McConaughey's whole pitch is that a margarita makes everything better — and he means everything. The two eventually kick back on the tailgate of a pickup truck next to the custom Yeti cooler, margaritas in hand.
The cooler is built for basically any outdoor plan you throw at it — beach days, backyard hangouts, tailgates, or boat trips. It's got Yeti's rugged, durable build quality, finished with exclusive Pantalones branding on top, so it's still functioning as a high-quality cooler. Pack it with tequila, margarita fixings, and snacks, and you're covered for the day.
Pre-order "A Lot Cooler" now at Pantalones.
SAVE OVER $10: As of July 29, the Anker Soundcore 2 portable speaker is on sale for $29.98 at Amazon. That's $15.01 off its list price of $44.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker soundcore 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker $29.98 at AmazonPortable speakers are great to have around while going to the beach, pool, camping, and more in the summertime. Picking one out can feel a bit overwhelming, though. With so many different models to choose from, we're here to help. We've spotted a great deal on the Anker Soundcore 2 portable speaker right now at Amazon that's well worth a look.
As of July 29, the black model of this speaker has been marked down to $29.98 at Amazon, which is just over $15 off its list price. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, it's also pretty close to its lowest-ever price of $21.59, so it's a great time to scoop it up.
Unfortunately, only the black model is available at this price, though other colors are on sale for a few dollars extra. Among the discounts are the mocha brown model at $33.98 and the baby blue, beige, and navy blue models at $35.98 each. There's also the pink model on sale, though for a bit higher at $39.99.
SEE ALSO: Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 from Amazon and get a free $100 gift cardWhile the Anker Soundcore 2's portable design is convenient for your summer excursions, it's also durable. With IPX7 waterproof protection, it's ready for a day at the beach or by the pool. Plus, it boasts great sound quality. According to the store page, this little speaker delivers 12W of power and enhanced bass from dual neodymium drivers, offering a nice boost for your favorite tunes.
On top of that, its battery can last up to 24 hours. With that kind of power, you can spend the whole day listening to your favorite music, audiobooks, podcasts, and more.
The Anker Soundcore 2 portable speaker currently has a "limited time deal" tag, so act fast to save at Amazon.
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TL;DR: Granola has launched an Apple Watch app that lets you record and transcribe meetings without pulling out your phone, available free starting today. Since a feature like this can place extra pressure on battery life, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is the best pairing for heavy Granola use.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Ultra 3 $779 at AmazonGranola just launched an app for the Apple Watch that lets you record and transcribe meetings without taking out your phone. It's built for the meetings that happen off your laptop: a walking one-on-one, a whiteboard brainstorm, or even a quick coffee chat. Tap your wrist to start, and your notes sync automatically to your iPhone and computer once you're done.
It's also easy to use throughout your day. Before a scheduled meeting, it gently taps you as a reminder to hit record, and for spontaneous chats, you can add Granola to your watch face so a new note is always one tap away.
If you've got back-to-back meetings all day and plan to keep Granola running through most of them, that'll wear down a standard Apple Watch fast. In that case, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is worth considering.
We've covered the Ultra 3 a few times already, and battery life keeps coming up as its standout upgrade. Mashable's Stan Schroeder noted that most Apple Watch models severely lag behind other watches in battery life.
The Ultra 3 narrows that gap significantly, putting it at up to 42 hours of normal use, a solid jump if you're planning to run something like Granola day after day.
Granola for Apple Watch is free and available today, requiring watchOS 11 or later. If your calendar is packed and you want the app running the whole time, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is your best bet.
Singles are growing increasingly disenchanted with dating apps, and those with the means are turning to matchmakers. But with such an investment — oftentimes thousands of dollars, which is way more than Tinder Gold — there's a lot at stake.
Matchmaker Sameera Sullivan told Mashable she's been a matchmaker in the U.S. for almost 15 years now, first at an international agency (though she didn't name which one) and then striking out on her own. Previously, she worked as a recruiter in the aerospace and defense industry, and then was recruited herself to be a matchmaker. Before matchmaking, she would always coach and help friends.
SEE ALSO: What 'Materialists' got wrong (and right), according to matchmakersWhen she worked for the agency, "that's when I started realizing how crazy this industry can be," she said. Sullivan stayed there for less than a year and observed what they were doing "wrong," and then started doing her own thing.
What did they do wrong? These "bigbox" matchmaking agencies are "living off their brand," she said. "The owners are not really involved [and] they will take on everybody," she explained. "Then there are newer companies who are doing a lot of marketing and SEO…which is fine, but they're marketing to every demographic."
Matchmaking is a centuries-old practice in places like India and China, but what was once a community-oriented assist has now become a booming business, especially stateside. With arguably as many options for matchmakers out there as dating apps, you're going to need to be discerning. If you're in a position to hire a matchmaker, here's what to do, according to Sullivan and some of her clients.
Why hire a matchmaker?Sullivan's clients who spoke to Mashable have paid thousands of dollars — in the five figures — for her services and those of other matchmakers. Why drop so much money when, in relative terms, a paid dating app subscription is much cheaper?
A male client, 65 to 70 years old, who requested anonymity when speaking to Mashable, said he had dating site fatigue and wanted to find an alternative. He wanted a boutique, bespoke service with better filtering.
"Just moving from dating sites to a matchmaker gives you, I think, a better pool," he said. The singles are pre-screened and are definitely interested in a relationship, unlike on dating apps, where users' desires range widely. And from a safety standpoint, it might be better, given increased vetting.
"Vetting is the most important thing in matchmaking," Sullivan said.
Sullivan told Mashable that her vetting process includes not just a criminal background check, but also a background check for their career history, if they've owned any homes, marriage history, and the like. If they were previously married, they would check to make sure they're fully divorced. She or her team also conducts interviews, typically 90 minutes long, to learn more about them and what they're looking for.
How thorough background checks are depends on the service you use, however. Cheryl, who has worked with Sullivan, had a bad experience when a previous service matched her with men out of her home state. Keeping an open mind, she flew to Florida to meet one, and during dinner (which he didn't pay for), he "joked" that he'd take her for everything she's worth.
"The waiter paused and looked at me, and I paused and looked at him, and… at one point I said, 'Hey, just so you know, you said that out loud, and I can see you,'" she said. "I think he was using the service as a way to find rich women."
Cheryl reported the man to the service, and they did remove him. However, the experience didn't turn her off matchmaking entirely — she found Sullivan when looking for a matchmaker close by.
Matchmaker red flagsWhen you reach out to matchmaking services, they'll often have a consultation first before they take you on, usually through a phone call. During this call, you might be able to spot some red flags.
Be on the lookout for any promises or guarantees they make. Some services guarantee match offerings, but beyond that, they can't tell you they're going to find you a spouse. Sullivan's client, Ro, tried a big matchmaking agency, and the salesperson who spoke to him sold him on it. When FaceTiming, Ro says she told him that finding him a partner would be a slam dunk — but then, after he signed up, she said she doesn't handle clients, and palmed him off to a colleague.
"That was a disappointment right away," Ro said. He was also promised weekly check-ins, but then didn't hear from the service for two or three weeks at a time.
"They promised me a minimum amount of dates. They came through with the minimum amount of connections, but I turned a lot of them down," he recalled. "They just didn't get me."
"I'm not going to find you love. I'm going to find you candidates.""I run a company, and we do sales, and I just don't love salespeople that are selling me on stuff," Richard, another client who has used multiple matchmaking services, said. He found Sullivan authentic because she didn't make those promises. She told him, "I'm not going to find you love. I'm going to find you candidates."
Another potential red flag (depending) is the clientele of the business. If they promise to provide services to every demographic, they may not be able to focus on a specific group and their needs (for instance, a certain religion or gender). Some matchmakers are specific to certain locations (if you search for "California matchmakers," for instance, you'll find some that tailor to singles in that state, and you'll also find services that are nationwide or global).
"We have a moral code," Sullivan said of matchmakers. "We have a responsibility that we have to be responsible for who we take on, because we cannot take on everyone. Not everyone is going to be our client who's willing to pay us."
Sullivan only takes on certain clients. She charges a premium price (some clients pay in the six figures), but it's not just about who can pay; it's about who wants to do the work. She employees a coach who assesses clients based on attachment styles and Dr. Helen Fisher's personality test, and uses the Gottman Method of couples' therapy. If potential clients aren't into this, she doesn't work with them.
"Some guys just want dates, and that's not my thing," she said. And while she has a free and priority (paid) database of women — who are also vetted — her clientele is only men.
Some services, though, are more focused on money than integrity, she said, and agree to take on anyone.
Questions for the matchmakerWhen consulting with a matchmaker, you can ask them to show you some sample profiles of potential matches in their database. One of the most important things Sullivan tells people to ask is: Are the people you're showing me single and available today? Have they been pre-screened? (Meaning, have they spoken to the matchmaking service?)
"You need to have a very detailed conversation," Sullivan said.
The matchmaker may say they can't show you because you haven't started with them yet (especially if they're waiting for your check to clear), but Sullivan said that's BS, because the person they're showing you during a consultation should be a fit. "If you're going to take somebody on and you're telling them, 'These are the five women we have [for you],' three of them should be available and single," she said.
Another thing to ask is who you're going to be working with — the salesperson? If so, how long have they been with the company? That was an issue in Ro's case; he bonded with the salesperson, but didn't end up working with her. Who you end up working with depends on the matchmaking service. At Sullivan's, for instance, you could end up working with the first person who screens you.
Another important aspect to bring up is location. If you're only looking for a match in Arizona, for instance, the matchmaker should be able to show you singles in Arizona. Local is important, obviously, and there are matchmakers all over; if the one you're speaking to doesn't have clients where you are, they could refer you to someone who does.
"Love's tricky."Richard said the most important thing is connecting with your matchmaker, because you're going to spend a lot of time on the phone with them. Both he and Ro said to do your due diligence and research. You can look on Google or Reddit to see how people review different services (but, as with everything, take it with a grain of salt.)
Even if you do everything right, however, love and marriage aren't guaranteed. "It may or may not work." The difference, she said, is that you're not doing the looking. So measure your expectations because, as she said, "Love's tricky."
The Pokémon TCG has always thrown out incredibly valuable cards throughout the franchise’s 30-year run, but modern-day expansions have taken the game’s trading card economy into the stratosphere. Since the launch of expansions like Scarlet & Violet’s Prismatic Evolutions, seeing a new card like SIR Umbreon ex worth well over $1,000 is no longer a surprise.
We’ve scoured the market prices across each "modern" collection of cards, found out which are the most valuable in terms of TCGplayer market price, and linked to every card so you can check listings to buy one yourself, if you wish.
These are the five most valuable Pokémon cards from every modern expansion.
Scarlet & VioletScarlet & Violet might be a historically significant expansion, but it's not the most expensive.
At the time of writing, its five leading cards are all listed below $100, with Gardevoir ex narrowly holding first place over Drowzee, making this one of the most affordable modern Pokémon TCG expansions in terms of average price per card:
Paldea Evolved is worth considerably more at the top end, primarily because of an Illustration Rare that has grown into one of the Scarlet & Violet era’s biggest chase cards.
Magikarp sits hundreds of dollars above everything else in the expansion, leaving an enormous gap between first and second place. Raichu, Maushold, Tyranitar, and Sprigatito still give the expansion an impressive set of runner-ups:
Obsidian Flames includes 230 cards, including the Dark-type Tera Charizard ex cards.
Compared with most modern expansions, Obsidian Flames remains relatively inexpensive. Only its leading SIR Charizard ex chase card is currently breaking into triple figures, according to TCGplayer’s market price:
Scarlet & Violet — 151 is this era’s first special expansion, with all of the original 151 Pokémon represented across its 207 cards.
Its combination of modern SIR artwork and classic card designs (plus Gen-1 nostalgia) has kept demand especially high, making it one of the most valuable early Scarlet & Violet releases. Unsurprisingly, the final evolutions of Kanto’s first-partner Pokémon — Charizard, Blastoise, and Venusaur — remain among its best pulls:
Paradox Rift contains 266 cards and greatly expands the Ancient and Future Pokémon introduced earlier in the Scarlet & Violet era. Its selection of chase cards includes fewer ex Pokémon compared to other expansions, but still packs plenty of well-designed Special Illustration Rares:
Paldean Fates is a 245-card special expansion dominated by Shiny Pokémon, including more than 100 alternate-color cards. Its broad selection of popular Pocket Monsters gives this expansion proper value beyond one or two pulls, but its upper end is in another league entirely:
Temporal Forces features 218 cards and continues the Ancient and Future themes established by Paradox Rift. It also brought ACE SPEC cards back into the competitive game, although its collector value now centers more heavily on illustration and special illustration rares:
Twilight Masquerade includes 226 cards inspired by Kitakami and the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet game’s Teal Mask DLC. Its Ogerpon-focused theme gave the expansion several competitive cards, but its market strength comes from a mixture of popular Pokémon and Trainer cards, along with well-drawn artwork:
Shrouded Fable is a smaller special expansion containing only 99 cards, with its story revolving around Pecharunt and the Loyal Three. Still, its most valuable pulls have ended up being a broader mix of non-Legendary-based illustration rares and its Hyper Rare Energy card:
Surging Sparks contains 252 cards and continues the Stellar Tera mechanic introduced in Stellar Crown. Pikachu became the expansion’s main attraction, although several other special illustration rares have retained substantial value:
Prismatic Evolutions launched as an Eevee-focused special expansion containing 180 cards. By giving Eevee and all eight of its evolutions their own major chase cards, the set immediately attracted enormous collector demand. It now sits comfortably among the most expensive modern Pokémon TCG expansions:
Journey Together contains 190 cards and brings a focus on the Pokémon of popular Trainer characters, putting characters like Lillie, N, Iono, and Hop in the spotlight with their best-known partners:
Destined Rivals contains 244 cards, continuing the Trainer’s Pokémon mechanic while introducing a conflict centered around Team Rocket. This expansion’s combination of major Trainers, Legendary Pokémon, and villain-themed artwork quickly created one of the most alluring buys of the Scarlet & Violet era:
White Flare launched alongside Black Bolt, dividing the Pokémon of the Unova region between them. White Flare contains 173 cards once its secret rares are included, though its highest-value cards are especially expensive — led by two Black White Rare cards and a Reshiram special illustration rare:
Black Bolt contains 172 cards and serves as the companion expansion to White Flare. Its Unova theme, monochrome Black-White Rares, and Legendary Pokémon have created an exceptionally valuable upper end:
Mega Evolution is an 188-card selection that brought Mega Evolution Pokémon back into the trading card. With its new gold Mega Hyper Rares, this expansion’s top five have quite an even spread in terms of value compared to some of the other collections released during the last couple of years:
Phantasmal Flames is a more compact 130-card expansion centered around fire-and-darkness-themed Mega Evolution Pokémon — with Mega Charizard X unsurprisingly dominating the bunch, with three versions appearing among its five most valuable cards:
Ascended Heroes is a huge 295-card special expansion drawing from Pokémon Legends: Z-A and TCG collections of the past. Its combination of Mega Evolutions and jaw-dropping artwork has resulted in the most valuable cards we have seen since Prismatic Evolutions:
Perfect Order is a compact 124-card expansion inspired by the Pokémon of Lumiose City introduced in Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Its market values are noticeably more restrained than those of Ascended Heroes:
Chaos Rising contains 122 cards — including many that were featured in Legends: Z-A. Unsurprisingly, the star of the expansion, Mega Greninja ex, takes up two of the top five positions by a wide margin:
Pitch Black launched with 120 cards — honing in on a darker Mega Evolution theme led by Mega Darkrai ex, while Morpeko, Mega Zeraora, and Mega Chandelure also appear among its largest pulls:
BTS will not be entering their album ARIRANG for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards.
In syndicated Instagram stories shared across all seven members' accounts, RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook issued a statement on their decision. Translated from Korean by the Meta-owned platform, each statement reads:
"We have decided not to enter the Grammys this year. I hope music itself can be heard and loved rather than being distinguished by region or language."
Each member then thanked BTS fans, known as ARMY, and "all of you who are always with me," to close the statement.
SEE ALSO: The internet made BTS. 'Arirang' asks what comes next.The K-pop powerhouse's decision to not put their sixth studio album forward for the Grammys comes a month after the Recording Academy's addition of five new award categories in June, including Best Asian Pop Music Performance. This award in particular came under scrutiny from K-pop fans and journalists alike, called out as another example of the Grammys splitting awards when non-white artists and artists who perform in languages other than English dominate the cultural zeitgeist and deservedly take home the gold.
The Grammys' description for Best Asian Pop Music Performance describes the award as one that "recognizes artistic excellence in Asian pop music performances originating from or widely recognized within Asian markets, including but not limited to K-pop, J-pop and C-pop, with meaningful use of one or more Asian languages." The rules have a few more paragraphs of detail, but essentially, the award groups "Asian pop" into one generalised category, which is separate from major categories like Album of the Year and Record of the Year.
Featured Video For You Girlbossification of AITeen Vogue's Ayan Artan placed the Grammys' new Best Asian Pop Music Performance award "as part of a history of gatekeeping non-white artists from major award categories."
"There seems to be a pattern emerging here, and it becomes increasingly difficult to dismiss it the more you pay attention," Artan writes. "It goes like this: A non-white artist breaks into mainstream-music consciousness by delivering a critically acclaimed project and looks likely to win a Grammy in a major category. Soon after, a new category is announced by the Recording Academy to help segregate these artists."
Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter wins Album of the Year? The Grammys splits the Best Country Album category into Traditional and Contemporary. In response, social justice advocate Terrell Couch wrote for Essence, "A separate but equal country album category does not broaden the genre’s influence; rather it reflects an ugly truth about America."
Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos wins Album of the Year with a Spanish-language record? The Grammys adds an award for Best Latin Song.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.BTS' ARIRANG landed in March, marking the anticipated return of the K-pop superstars after a four-year hiatus, during which they fulfilled South Korea's mandatory military service and spent time on solo projects. ARIRANG, as well as lead single "SWIM," both debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard charts. The album was critically heralded. The group's 34-city, 82-show ARIRANG world tour is essentially completely sold out. To say BTS' comeback album is leading mainstream music conversation is an understatement.
And it's BTS' own statements that show just how aware of the Grammys award-splitting the group seems to be: "I hope music itself can be heard and loved rather than being distinguished by region or language."
BTS has five Grammy nominations, the first K-pop artists to be nominated, and have performed at the Grammys several times, including the 64th Grammy Awards in 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada, before their hiatus.
BTS perform during the 64th Grammy Awards in April 2022 in Las Vegas. Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer / Getty ImagesFans have reacted to BTS' decision with wholehearted support, with ARMY hitting social media with praise.
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SAVE $60: As of July 29, Shokz OpenDots One are on sale for $139.95 at Amazon. That's $60 off their full price of $199.95, and marks a return to their lowest-ever price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shokz Shokz OpenDots ONE Open-Ear Headphones $139.95 at AmazonShokz OpenDots One landed among our favorite open earbuds as the top pick for most people, offering "better audio quality than we expected and an impressive battery life." If they've caught your attention, we've spotted an excellent $60 discount on the vibrant red pair at Amazon, so this is a great time to grab them.
Usually, these earbuds are listed for $199.95, but this deal has brought them down to $139.95, marking a return to their lowest-ever price at the retailer. Unfortunately, only the red pair is marked down to this price right now, but they're certainly worth grabbing while they're still on sale.
SEE ALSO: Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 from Amazon and get a free $100 gift cardIn addition to earning a spot in our roundup of the best open earbuds, our review of the Shokz OpenDots One had plenty of praise for them. Writer Alex Bracetti said they "dish out satisfying sound that increases stamina when running low on energy, and the addition of Dolby Audio gives music a bit more thump." He added: "Battery life is sufficient for about a week of use, depending how long you exercise. The stylish design also stabilizes fit when sprinting at fast speeds."
Battery life can last up to 10 hours on a single charge or up to 40 hours with the charging case. Their clip-on fit — with a flexible nickel-titanium plate and soft silicone grip — ensures they'll stay securely on your ear as you move around.
If the Shokz OpenDots One check the boxes of what you're looking for, act fast to save on the colorful red pair at Amazon.
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Donald Trump may have been doing everything he can to distance himself from the Epstein files, but he doesn't seem to be able to outrun his association with the deceased convicted child sex offender.
In the clip above, Daily Show host Jordan Klepper shares footage of people yelling "pedophile protector" at Trump on two different occasions.
"Wow, show some respect for the office. That's 'President Pedophile Protector'!" says Klepper. "Why does this keep happening? Is it the same guy? Is it something in the water? Is it because withheld millions of Epstein files and people are furious that nobody has been held accountable for it? We'll never know."
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TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle is on sale for $39.95 at Amazon, down from its typical $50.98 price.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Pitch Black Booster Bundle $39.95 at AmazonPitch Black’s Booster Bundle has continued to tumble in price since launch, and Amazon has now taken the six-pack box below $40 for the first time.
As of July 29, the Pokémon TCG’s six-pack Pitch Black Booster Bundle is down to $39.95 at Amazon — $11.03 off its $50.98 list price. With that 22% discount, you’re looking at the lowest price this box of Pitch Black boosters has seen on Amazon yet, as confirmed by the price tracker camelcamelcamel.
Sold and shipped directly by Amazon, free delivery is currently scheduled for Aug. 3, or Aug. 1 for Prime members at the time of writing. Still, you should keep in mind that Amazon marks the Booster Bundle as a final sale, meaning it cannot be returned once ordered.
At this new low $39.95 sticker price, you’re paying roughly $6.66 per booster pack before tax, which is even better than the $43.13 Amazon deal we covered last week, which worked out to around $7.18 per pack.
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!If stock runs out, TCGplayer is matching this headline Amazon price, with unopened Pitch Black Booster Bundles starting at $39.95 with shipping included. You can also take comfort from the fact that you’re only spending 46 cents above market price right now.
The box grants you six sealed booster packs from Mega Evolution’s titular Pitch Black expansion. Each pack contains 10 trading cards, one Basic Energy card, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card, giving you 60 standard cards altogether before counting Energy cards.
The Pitch Black expansion contains multiple Pokémon chase cards worth hundreds of dollars (available to buy separately on TCGplayer) — the five most valuable are SIR Mega Darkrai ex, MHR Mega Darkrai ex, SIR Morpeko ex, SIR Mega Zeraora ex, and SIR Mega Chandelure ex.
SAVE $30: As of July 29, the Ninja Creami 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker is down to $189.99 at Amazon. That's $30 off its list price of $219.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker $189.99 at AmazonGiven how hot it has been this summer, ice cream is the best kind of pick-me-up. But why go out and buy a tasty treat when you can make it at home? The Ninja Creami 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker can help you out there, and it's even on sale at Amazon.
As of July 29, the Ninja Creami is on sale for $189.99 at the retailer, making for a $30 drop from its full price. It's an ice cream maker we certainly think is worth buying, with Mashable's Samantha Mangino writing: "If you're a planner and/or an ice cream fanatic, the Creami will be a delightful addition as you plan your pints of the week."
SEE ALSO: De'Longhi just launched a coffee machine that makes both hot and iced drinks — and it's yours for under $1,000The Ninja Creami boasts seven one-touch programs — Ice Cream, Gelato, Sorbet, Milkshake, Smoothie Bowl, Lite Ice Cream, and Mix-In — so you have quite a variety of options to choose from. According to the store page, it also has Ninja's exclusive Creamify Technology, which shaves through a frozen pint to get a smooth texture.
Prepping your preferred chilled treat is easy, too. All you have to do is prep the base you want, freeze it for 24 hours, and process it. Mangino's review highlights that, "it creates creamy, smooth ice cream in just minutes with the press of a button (or two)."
Don't miss out on this deal on the Ninja Creami 7-in-1 Ice Cream Maker at Amazon.
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TL;DR: 2K just dropped the official NBA 2K27 gameplay trailer, featuring cover athletes Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark, and Derrick Rose, plus highlight moments from other NBA and WNBA stars. The full Preseason Breakdown reveal stream is set for Aug. 18 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET, ahead of the game's Sept. 4 launch.
NBA 2K27's official gameplay trailer is out, giving fans their first real look at how the game looks and plays before the bigger reveal drops later this month.
The trailer leans into highlight moments across both the NBA and WNBA, including Victor Wembanyama's playoff celebration, LeBron James doing his signature chalk toss as a Philadelphia 76er, and Derrick Rose hitting a buzzer-beating three over the Cavaliers. Check out the full trailer below.
What's coming Aug. 18The trailer is just a preview — the full picture comes Aug. 18, when 2K hosts its first-ever "Preseason Breakdown: NBA 2K27 Game Reveal" stream. It's set for 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET, streaming live on Twitch, YouTube, TikTok, and X.
2K has already given a preview of a few bigger changes coming that day:
A new dynamic Dunk Meter that reads defensive positioning in real-time, from takeoff through the finish
A unified MyTEAM Auction House across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 for the first time ever, meaning a much bigger shared pool of cards
Rucker Park is back, serving as the setting for this year's MyCAREER story and Street Kings mode
MyPLAYER Builder is expanding from 40 to 53 total Badges, with 19 brand-new ones
NBA 2K27 launches Sept. 4 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. If you're getting the Deluxe or Ultra Edition, early access starts Aug. 28.
Aug. 18 is circled in red on our calendar — the rest of NBA 2K27's secrets land then.
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