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SAVE $37: As of Aug. 22, the Kindle Paperwhite (refurbished) is on sale for $106.99 at Amazon. That's the best-ever price for this like-new model.

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Just because something has been pre-owned doesn't make it any less beautiful, OK? Shame on you for judging refurbished products so harshly. Everything deserves a second chance, including Kindles.

As of Aug. 22, the like-new Kindle Paperwhite is on sale for $106.99 at Amazon. That's the lowest-ever price for this refubished model according to camelcamelcamel. So if you've been staring at that list of books you'd like to read, this deal could provide the push you need to start making some progress through the pile.

SEE ALSO: Stuff Your Kindle Day is live until Aug. 16 — download 100s of free historical fiction and contemporary books

So can you trust a refurb? According to Amazon, this Kindle is "refurbished, tested, and certified to look and work like new and comes with the same limited warranty as a new device." Do you really need something brand-new when you've got assurances like that? Get over yourself.

The new Kindle Paperwhite is Amazon's fastest Kindle yet. It has an ultra-thin, glare-free design, and a single charge can last for up to 12 weeks. Plus, it's waterproof. So you don't need to worry when reading in the tub, pool, beach, or whatever watering hole you find yourself in this summer.

Get the best-ever price on the Kindle Paperwhite from Amazon.

SAVE $80: As of Aug. 22, Apple AirPods Pro 2 are still down to $169 at Amazon. This is 32% off their list price of $249, saving you $80.

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Who needs a big sale event to save on AirPods? Quite a few of Apple's earbuds have been sitting at low prices lately, including AirPods Pro 2. If you've been looking to pick up these earbuds at a reduced rate, you can score them for $169 right now at Amazon.

This is a 32% discount on their list price of $249, saving you $80. This deal price on the AirPods Pro 2 is also only $20 away from the best price we saw for the AirPods Pro 2 over Prime Day, so it's still a decent pickup at this price. And who knows how much longer this deal will stay live, so act fast to pick them up at this low price.

SEE ALSO: The 5 best noise-cancelling earbuds include the most comfortable buds I've ever worn

AirPods Pro 2 offer great sound quality thanks to the H2 chip, alongside noise-canceling features to help you keep any outside noises from interrupting your listening. Active Noise Cancellation completely blocks out sounds, Transparency mode lets some sounds in, and Adaptive Audio works as a combination of the two to give you the best listening experience no matter the environment.

We consider the AirPods Pro 2 to be the best earbuds for Apple users in our roundup of the best earbuds to buy in 2025. So why wait to pick them up? Don't miss out on the AirPods Pro 2 down to $169 at Amazon.

Between now and the end of November, many residents in the Southeast United States are focused on one concern: the potential for hurricanes. The beginning of hurricane season creates significant stress and uncertainty for everyone. People in coastal and inland regions begin preparing for potential effects when tropical storms and hurricanes intensify as they pass over warm ocean waters.

AOL has recently announced that it will discontinue dial-up internet services, including its associated software, before the end of the year. This announcement left many shocked that dial-up internet hadn’t been completely phased out over a decade ago. It may be easy to assume that the only remaining customers are those who forgot to discontinue their subscription or weren't able to. As surprising as it is, however, there are still people and businesses actively accessing the internet in this antiquated fashion.

For those who put a lot of effort into managing their eBook library, the latest Calibre update (8.9) is here to make your life a little bit easier. It might not be a major overhaul, but it brings some quality-of-life improvements you’ll appreciate the next time you dive into your book collection.

You may have heard people on social media platforms use terms like "unalive" when they mean "kill" or "Yahtzee" when they mean "Nazi". These are euphemisms for words that are related to sensitive topics, and if you stumble upon one of these videos it can feel like you're hearing another language entirely.

If you're sick and tired of too much clutter on your iPhone's home screen, you can hide the app names by using a hidden iOS 18 feature that not a lot of users know about. I made the switch several months ago, and I absolutely love how it makes my iPhone's screen look less busy.

Ever find yourself looking for a recently downloaded file or trying to find that screenshot you just took? It’s not always easy depending on which operating system your device uses.

We're still living in a world of individualization, along with a thirst for technology among younger buyers. Sports sedans like the Elantra N slot in nicely to cater to that thirst, and Hyundai has done well to seize that opportunity. The Sports Sedan occupies a ever-shrinking slice of the car market; does it still warrant focus from manufacturers?

FFmpeg is the powerful open-source media encoder, decoder, and all-purpose framework for media files. Even if you haven’t used it directly, you’ve probably used an app that relies on it. Now, it has received a major update with the release of FFmpeg 8.0.

After being sued by Oura, smart ring maker Ultrahuman is suing right back, alleging a similar violation.

Ultrahuman, which has similar health and fitness tracking capabilities as its competitor, filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Finland-based Oura in India's Delhi High Court on Thursday.

"Oura has blatantly copied Ultrahuman’s advanced intellectual property including women’s health features, circadian health tools, and glucose monitoring platform thereby benefiting from Ultrahuman’s investment in public health without a license to do so," Ultrahuman alleged in a press release announcing the lawsuit.

It's the latest salvo in the legal battle of the smart rings.

SEE ALSO: We tested the top fitness trackers of 2025: See our favorite wearables and smart rings

Oura sued Ultrahuman and RingConn for patent infringement in the U.S., saying the rivals copied key features such as its curved battery to fit the ring shape and advanced sensors. Oura claims its competitors purchased Oura rings to reverse engineer them and study their inner workings. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) initially ruled in favor of Oura's infringement claims, but a final decision is still to come.

In response to the new suit in India, an Oura spokesperson said in a statement to Mashable, "Ultrahuman’s lawsuit in India has no merit and is a blatant attempt to distract from their decisive U.S. defeat. The International Trade Commission ruled unequivocally that Ultrahuman infringed on ŌURA’s intellectual property, blocking all of their smart rings—and components—from the U.S. market through exclusion and cease-and-desist orders."

Earlier this year, Ultrahuman argued that certain components of its smart ring have actually been around for years, and Oura only recently secured the patent to take on competitors. "This isn’t a dispute over years of secret R&D," Ultrahuman said in a blog post about the lawsuit. "It’s about a very recent patent purchase now being wielded to limit the choices ring-wearers like you have..."

Ultrahuman's lawsuit against Oura centers around a patent granted by the India Patent Office that the company says protects the unique smart ring architecture of its Ring AIR smart ring. It alleges that Oura's Ring 4 infringes on this patent by copying these protected elements and further profiting from this with a subscription-based service.

"Companies that replicate Ultrahuman’s breakthroughs only to lock them behind mandatory subscriptions are anti-innovation and anti-consumer," the press release continued.

UPDATE: Aug. 22, 2025, 2:06 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with a statement from Oura.

I'm pretty sure Ryan Reynolds could make a root canal fun and entertaining. And if you needed more proof beyond the actor's sassy, foul-mouthed antics as Marvel's Merc with a Mouth, Deadpool, then do yourself a favor and check out Underdogs.

SAVE $40: As of Aug. 22, get the Sonos Roam 2 for $139 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $179. That's a discount of 22%.

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If you're the type of person who likes to take music on the go, a good portable speaker is a must-have. You can enjoy all your favorite songs or podcasts wherever you roam, turn anywhere into an instant party, and set the vibe in a matter of minutes. But while they might seem a bit pricey to invest in, there are some that are actually quite affordable. The Sonos Roam 2 speaker is one of them, and it also delivers in the quality department.

As of Aug. 22, get the Sonos Roam 2 for $139 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $179. That's $40 off and a discount of 22%.

SEE ALSO: The best portable Bluetooth speakers in 2025

You can take the Sonos Roam 2 with you anywhere you go. It's small, lightweight, and waterproof, which makes it one of the better options if you decide to travel with it. It's also dustproof, so you can head to the beach, the dunes, or wherever life takes you without having to worry about whether your speaker will get damaged. It's good to go with that IP67 rating, so the party can come along with you.

It has a rechargeable battery that can get you up to 10 hours of listening time per charge, as well as Sonos Voice Control and Alexa support. That means you can change songs or mix tracks up without having to use the app or on-device controls. And the speaker itself is nice and loud, so sound can carry and the dancing doesn't have to stop.

There's still some summer left, so you can take this speaker to the beach with you for one last hurrah, then put it on a shelf for listening at home. It's versatile enough to make it a good year-round buy, especially when it's discounted like this.

The best Bose soundbar deals as of Aug. 22: Best budget option Bose TV Speaker Soundbar $163.45 (save $115.55) Get Deal Best mid-range option Bose Smart Soundbar $399 (save $100) Get Deal Best splurge Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar $699 (save $200) Get Deal

Built-in TV speakers are hardly something to write home about. If your TV's sound system doesn't quite live up to its picture quality, we highly recommend adding a soundbar. With football season around the corner, boosting your sound system ensures you won't miss a single call on the field (even when you kind of wish you did). Beyond sports, a soundbar can also help you actually hear the dialogue in those quieter scenes of your favorite shows and movies. It's a worthy addition to your entertainment setup, whether you spend 100 bucks or close to $1,000.

One of our favorite audio brands, Bose, offers options for every budget — and as of Aug. 22, they're all on sale. We've broken down the deals below to help you make the right choice. One of these options even tops our list of the best soundbars from any brand.

Best on a budget: Bose TV Speaker Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose TV Speaker $163.45 at Amazon
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A solid introductory option, the Bose TV Speaker adds some serious sound in a small, but mighty package. It delivers balanced and natural-sounding spatial audio while enhancing dialogue for clarity. The simple plug-and-play design allows you to get it up and running in no time. Connect up to three devices through the inputs, or even pair your phone and use it as an external Bluetooth speaker. As of Aug. 22, the budget soundbar is down to only $163.45 instead of $279. That's its lowest price on record at 41% off.

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Check out our full review of the Bose Smart Soundbar.

"For most users, I think this soundbar hits the sweet spot in terms of features, sound, and value for the dollar," wrote Mashable Tech Editor Timothy Beck Werth in his review of the Bose Smart Soundbar. The mid-range option tops our list of the best soundbars, thanks to its powerful sound, AI Dialogue Mode, pronounced bass, wide connectivity options, smart assistant support, and compact design. AI Dialogue Mode detects speech in audio streams to make it clearer amongst background noise, which our reviewer said "offers hope to anyone who's become a little more reliant than they would like on closed captions." Usually $499, you can save $100 on this immersive soundbar as of Aug. 22.

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For those looking to splurge on high-quality sound, we suggest the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar, which is the next step up in Bose's range. We haven't had the opportunity to test it for ourselves, but our sister site PCMag (also owned by publisher Ziff Davis) spent some time with it and called it "a powerful one-piece soundbar that delivers big sound with plenty of spatial audio detail, and ample audio streaming features." It earned their coveted Editors' Choice award and a glowing 4.5 out of 5 stars. It looks just as sleek and simple as the more budget-friendly options, but is packed with features like AdaptiQ, which allows the soundbar to measure your room's acoustics and adjust the balance for optimal sound and spatial imaging based on where you sit. It also packs nine total speakers — including two upward-firing — compared to the Smart Soundbar's five.

As of Aug. 22, you can grab the top-of-the-line Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar for $699 instead of $899. That's 22% off. While the white colorway has been cheaper before, this is the lowest-ever price on record for the black option.

SAVE $200: As of Aug. 22, get the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station for $1,099. That saves you $200 for 15% off.

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Don't have a standby generator? That's not a problem — usually. But when a storm comes through and takes out the power, it can leave you hanging in an emergency situation. If investing in a standby generator is out of reach, then a portable power station is a more attainable option. DJI, the brand behind our favorite drones and vlogging camera, also makes portable power stations that keep your lights on in a pinch.

As of Aug. 22, the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station, is $200 off at Amazon. Normally $1,299, it's down to $1,099, bringing the price down 15%.

SEE ALSO: The best Jackery portable power station deals will help you stay powered up in a pinch

The DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station has 3000W of power and can even provide power to multiple appliances at once. It includes four AC outlets, four USB-C ports, four USB-A ports, and two SDC ports. It comes to 80% charge in 55 minutes when connected to grip power, but it can also charge to 100% in 75 minutes with solar power. While it can be a crucial source of back-up power in an emergency, it's also great to bring camping or on an RV road trip.

Get the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station for $1,099 at Amazon now and save $200 off.

President Donald Trump's smartphone company, Trump Mobile, is engaging in some apparent tomfoolery on X.

Trump Mobile initially announced plans to release a "made in America" smartphone called the T1, before quietly removing that language from its website in June.

On Thursday, Aug. 19, Trump Mobile shared a new promo for the phone on X, telling customers to "Preorder today & be among the first to experience it." The post states the phone has a "gold finish" and "big power," and is accompanied by a photo of the phone. Well, a phone, anyway.

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Android users quickly realized the T1 was actually just a photoshopped image of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. X users also pointed out that the so-called gold finish is clearly a phone case made by the accessory brand Spigen.

A Community Notes fact-check of the post states: "The phone in the image is a photoshopped Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in a case by the accessory company Spigen, it is not the 'T1 Phone'. The Spigen logo is still visible under the digitally added American Flag."

Strangely, the Trump Mobile website actually does have a photo of the alleged phone that looks completely different from this new image. In the photo on the website, the T1 has three diagonally arranged rear camera modules like a Pro-level iPhone, rather than the vertically arranged stack you'd find on a Samsung device.

Wait, so which one is it? Credit: Trump Mobile SEE ALSO: Trump moves to eliminate environmental rules for space companies like SpaceX

The T1 was announced earlier this year as a $499 Android device with a 6.25-inch AMOLED display, 256GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery. Despite promises that the T1 would be made in America (President Trump has famously pushed Apple to move iPhone manufacturing to the U.S.), the country actually lacks the manufacturing infrastructure to create some of the phone's key components. Internet sleuths also discovered that the smartphone's promised specs are nearly identical to a cheap smartphone made in China.

At this point, it's not clear what the promised T1 smartphone will look like, or to what extent it will be built or assembled in the United States. So, unless you had your heart set on a budget phone with gold plating and Trump branding, you might want to look elsewhere for a budget Android handset.

Another day, another streaming service inflating its costs. Last month, it was Peacock. This time around, Apple TV+ is bumping up its price by 30 percent.

Effective immediately for new U.S. subscribers, Apple is increasing the monthly price of its streaming service from $9.99 to $12.99. Existing Apple TV+ subscribers will see the higher prices reflected on their bill within 30 days of their next renewal date.

Apple TV+ cost only $4.99 per month when it first launched in 2019. Those days are long gone. In 2022, the streamer announced its first price hike to $6.99 per month. A year later, the price jumped to $9.99 per month, effectively making it double the price it was at launch. Now, at $12.99 per month, it's almost three times the original price.

The news comes after a report earlier this year concluded that not only is Apple TV+ the only Apple subscription that isn't genrating a profit, but it's actually losing over $1 billion each year. It's hardly surprising, though, knowing that the streamer features virtually an all-original lineup filled with Emmy-winners like Ted Lasso and The Morning Show and Oscar-winners and nominees like CODA and Killers of the Flower Moon. The price hike also mirrors other recent increases from services like Peacock and Netflix.

It's not all bad news, though. The price of annual Apple TV+ subscriptions will remain the same at $99. Likewise, the price hike won't affect the Apple One bundles, which start at $19.95 per month. New and returning subscribers can still score a free trial to the service. Plus, there are a few ways you can sign up for a discounted rate (maybe even free).

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With the annual cost of Apple TV+ remaining the same, you'll save about 36% on your subscription. You'll have to pay the $99 subscription fee up front, but that ultimately breaks down to just $8.25 per month instead of $12.99. That's totally worth it in our opinion. To switch to an annual plan, go to Settings > [your Apple account name] > Subscriptions > Apple TV+ > See All Plans. From there, select the $99 per year plan and save about $56 total.

Other ways to save on an Apple TV+ subscription: Best for t-mobile customers Free Apple TV+ with select T-Mobile plans $0 per month (save $12.99 per month) Get Deal Best for Xfinity customers Apple TV+, Netflix Standard with ads, and Peacock Premium $15/month with Xfinity StreamSaver (save $16.97/month) Get Deal Best for Verizon customers Apple One $15/month as myPlan perk (save $4.95/month) Get Deal

SAVE $700.02: As of Aug. 22, get the Bluetti Solar Generator AC200L at Amazon for $898.98, down from its usual price of $1,599. That's a discount of 44% and the lowest price we've seen.

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When you find yourself in a situation where you could use some backup electricity, a power station is always a good thing to have lying around — especially if it's powerful enough to keep you juiced up for a lengthy amount of time. You can get a great one right now for off-grid travel or emergency usage thanks to today's great deal at Amazon.

As of Aug. 22, get the Bluetti Solar Generator AC200L for $898.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,599. That's $700.02 off and a discount of 44%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: The best Jackery portable power station deals will help you stay powered up in a pinch

This power station is built for long-term performance. It features a 2400W output with up to 3600W with its Power Lifting feature, which can power your microwave, keep your food cold in your fridge, and charge up phones, laptops, tablets, and much more. It comes with a 2048Wh LiFePO₄ battery as well, so It's ready to roll without needing a top-up.

It can charge devices with 11 total ports, including four AC outlets, a 30A RV port, 48V DC, and fast-charging USB-C options. It can also accept additional batteries to extend its battery life if need be, with a quick 45-minute recharge feature that takes it from 0 to 80% in case you're in a pinch.

This is a hardy power station that works well at what it does, so if you want to be prepared for just about any electricity eventuality, this is a model to watch.

Former X employees who were affected by the infamous mass layoffs that occurred after Elon Musk's Twitter takeover might finally get their severance pay. Some laid-off employees joined a class-action lawsuit against X (which was then called Twitter), claiming they never received the severance pay owed to them.

According to a court document filed earlier this week, the parties are nearing a settlement agreement in the $500 million class action lawsuit. Both parties filed a joint motion to postpone upcoming oral arguments "pending the finalization and administration of an imminent class-wide settlement agreement. The filing further states that the settlement will "include a proposed distribution of funds to the members of the settlements class(es).

In October 2022, Elon Musk officially took over X and moved quickly to lay off over 70 percent of the workforce. Former staffers subsequently filed a lawsuit claiming they received only a month of severance pay or, in some cases, no severance at all.

The lawsuit accused X of violating its severance policy, which offered two months of base pay and an additional week for every year they'd worked at the company. More recently, the court dismissed the case, but gave the plaintiffs a chance to amend their complaint and appeal the ruling. Now, the parties have come to a tentative agreement.

Exactly how much money the plaintiffs could receive is unclear. But the initial lawsuit claimed the former employees were collectively owed $500 million in severance pay.

"If the district court approves this proposed distribution," the filing said, "the agreement will resolve the litigation in its entirety and moot this appeal."

SAVE $50: As of Aug. 22, save $50 on the Soundcore Space One Pro headphones. Normally $199.99, you can get the headphones for 25% off at Amazon.

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Back-to-school season is here and as you get ready to decorate your dorm, don't forget about your gear too. A solid pair of headphones is going to be just as crucial as a laptop for the school year. You need a pair of headphones with active noise cancellation that will help you focus in the library, tune out a noisy roommate, or just jam out as you walk across campus. But ANC headphones usually means have to spend a pretty penny, but Soundcore makes affordable headphones with exceptional sound.

As of Aug. 22, you can find the Soundcore Space One Pro headphones for just $149.99. According to CamelCamelCamel, that's the lowest price ever on the headphones. Normally $199.99, the Space One Pro headphones are now $50 off, saving 25% off.

One of the best thing about the Soundcore Space One Pro headphones is their price. In addition to ANC they offer lossless audio and 60 hours of battery life, features you'd find in high end models. However, the Soundcore Space One Pros have a list price of $199.99, which is less than half the price of the top models from Apple, Sony, and Bose. While still affordable, the headphones deliver clear sound thanks to 40mm dynamic drivers.

Get the Soundcore Space One Pro headphones for $149.99 at Amazon now and save 25% off.