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Your next AR headset may include a brand-new microdisplay technology from Samsung.

According to a new report from South Korean business news outlet The Korea Economic Daily, Samsung's semiconductor division is now accelerating work on its new microdisplay technology, LED on Silicon, or LEDoS.

LEDoS is described as a "miniature display platform built on micro-LEDs mounted on silicon wafers." This next-generation display is being created with the intent that the technology will be used in augmented reality products (AR). 

Samsung's new microdisplay technology could heat up the competition in the AR space. However, in addition to Samsung's own upcoming AR glasses, the company reportedly wants to supply its LEDoS technology to Apple and Meta for use in their AR glasses.

When will we see LEDoS AR glasses?

According to the report, Samsung is currently looking at commercial production of LEDoS by 2027. That's also when Samsung's Mobile eXperience (MX) division could debut the company's second-generation AR glasses.

Smart glasses and AR headsets are the current big bet in the tech hardware space. Mashable noticed this trend earlier this year at CES 2025, as multiple AR startups showed off their latest augmented reality wares.

It's not just up-and-comers either. Tech companies like Sony and XREAL are also taking advantage of the AR headset market with new products. And, of course, companies like Meta and Apple already have products in the space.

However, a few tech giants have been noticeably absent. That is, until earlier this year when Samsung briefly teased its rumored XR headset, "Project Moohan." The headset is a joint venture between the South Korean electronics giant and Google.

Tech companies are betting big on AR despite early failures Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Credit: Google engineer Ian McKellar wears Google Glass during the Google I/O developers conference in 2013.

Speaking of Google, the search giant has also been rather quiet in this space. When it comes to wearables, Google is perhaps best known for its smart glasses failure, Google Glass, which set the entire industry back by years. (Are you old enough to remember the "Glasshole" backlash?) However, Google is expected to make announcements related to Project Astra, its visual AI tool meant for mobile devices and AR headsets, at the company's upcoming Google I/O 2025 event.

With big augmented reality plans in the works from Samsung and Google, it seems like big tech will continue betting on AR headsets and smart glasses. Clearly, they're hoping to succeed where even Apple failed.

UPDATE: May 8, 2025, 1:45 p.m. EDT Bird Buddy's Kickstarter campaign for the Petal nature camera and Wonder Blocks has now raised $2.1 million (with 11 days still to go), beating its original fundraising goal by nearly 2,000%. Due to this success, the company announced today that all Petal cameras will come with a free LED light ring attachment, which users will be able to control remotely. The light will turn on automatically when the user takes photos at night. Our original story follows.

Scores of new gadgets are introduced every year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the tech world's biggest showcase. Yet many of these products never make it to market. They're only proofs of concept or prototypes of devices that could maybe one day potentially hit the market.

That makes Bird Buddy's new $129 Petal smart nature camera somewhat of a phenom. After debuting at CES 2025 in January, the Petal and its modular Wonder Blocks system finally went up for preorder on Kickstarter on April 29, becoming an instant smash. A company representative said the campaign raised $1.5 million from more than 5,000 backers in 24 hours, crushing its $100,000 fundraising goal by 1,400 percent. (At the time of writing, it had drummed up over $1.8 million from 6,300 backers.)

Why all the hype? I wanted to share my take as someone who got to check out the Petal and Wonder Blocks on the CES showroom floor this past winter.

Credit: Haley Henschel / Mashable Bird Buddy to bee buddy

The Bird Buddy name alone has a big sway. The company's eponymous smart bird feeder, which has a built-in camera that can identify different avian species, has become hugely popular since it first launched in late 2020.

Bird Buddy co-founder and CEO Franci Zidar told me at CES that the company has cultivated an enthusiastic user base that's passionate about connecting with nature. Zidar said the Petal was an obvious next step to help people better understand their local ecosystems, going beyond just birds to capture backyard plants, insects, and pollinators, too.

Credit: Bird Buddy

Design-wise, the Petal is a 12MP camera in a cup-shaped case that comes in several colors. You can install the Petal by clipping it to the side of a pole or planter, or simply by wrapping its squiggly, bendable stem mount around a branch or gate. It's a lot friendlier-looking and less austere than your standard security camera. (To quote my CES writeup, the base and stem combo makes it look sort of "like a minimalist, bionic flower.")

The Petal ships with a swappable macro lens for detailed close-ups and an ovular solar panel that'll keep it running "indefinitely in most environments," according to its press materials. Without the panel, the device's "low-powered architecture" lets it run for over a month between charges.

SEE ALSO: Best of CES 2025: Everything that stole the show, according to our experts

The Petal isn't meant to be a cutesy backyard CCTV system: Its purpose is to get you on a "first-name basis" with your local flora and fauna, Zidar said in January. Its camera can identify more than 2,000 species using visual and audio cues. It can also detect shifts in its surroundings using an "advanced AI layer" called Nature Intelligence, which alerts users to these changes. For example, if a songbird starts building a nest in a nearby tree, you'll get a ping.

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Per the press release, Petal's companion app has a "built-in storytelling engine" called Nature's Voice that can create "BBC Earth–style mini documentaries" using highlights from its 4K video footage. Its narrator does a pretty good Attenborough impression.

A feature called Impact Score gives the user insights into their backyard's biodiversity and the frequency of pollinator visits. Users hoping to up that frequency can look into Wonder Blocks, a modular habitat system for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds that launched alongside the Petal. Together, they form what Bird Buddy calls a "Smart Nature Observatory."

The core Wonder Block configuration includes a Petal camera, an Observation Pole, and a self-watering planter base called the Habitat. The latter contains a built-in Bee Habitat, a Bee Observatory, and a "micro water feature" called the Stream. It ships with a seed pod that'll grow flowers native to your region. You can also add accessories like a butterfly shelter, hummingbird feeder, and a magnetic trellis.

Credit: Haley Henschel / Mashable

Bird Buddy CEO Zidar originally told me that the Petal would cost less than $100, but Bird Buddy has it priced at $129 on Kickstarter for early backers. (There's also a Duo Bundle with two cameras and an Observation Pole for $249.) Wonder Blocks setups range from $299 to $1,199. A singular Habitat planter sans Petal is also available for $149.

For those who have been waiting to try the Petal and Wonder Blocks since their CES appearance, stay patient: They'll start shipping in mid-2026. I know, I know — that's a long way off.

In the meantime, the Bird Buddy smart bird feeder is available at Amazon and Target for $199.

Meet the Bird Buddy product line The original Bird Buddy smart bird feeder $199 (save $100) Get Deal Coming soon-ish Petal Smart Nature Camera $129 Pre-Order Here Coming soon-ish Wonder Blocks by Bird Buddy Starting at $299 Pre-Order Here

SAVE $300: As of May 8, the original Peloton bike is down to $1,145 at Amazon instead of the usual $1,445. That's 21% in savings and just $50 away from its lowest price on record.

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The OG Peloton bike skyrocketed to popularity during the pandemic and has since become synonymous with the term exercise bike, a la Kleenex with facial tissues. That's not to say it's the only worthy exercise bike option on the market, but it is pretty dang great. That greatness comes at a very steep price, so when we see a discount on the flagship bike, we have to let the people know.

As of May 8, you can get the Mashable Choice Award-winning original Peloton bike for $1,145 at Amazon. That's $300 or 21% cheaper than usual and just $50 shy of its best price ever, which it reached during October Prime Day in 2023.

Unlike a typical indoor exercise bike, the Peloton features a large display and companion app so you can follow along in on-demand classes or pedal alongside others in live classes. As Mashable's reviewer wrote, "The workouts are tough, but the captivating experience and (practically) never-ending list of exercise classes are enough to make me want to glue myself to the seat and stay in the magical Peloton universe forever."

The bike itself takes up about the same amount of space as a small yoga mat, so you don't need a ton of square footage to start pedaling. It uses a resistance knob to adjust the tension, so you can manually choose to leisurely ride along flat roads or climb hills and mountains. And like any good exercise bike, everything can be adjusted to suit your comfort: the seat, handlebars, and even the screen itself.

Peloton bikes aren't cheap by any means, but as of May 8, you can invest in one for $300 less than usual. That makes the purchase a little more palatable.

Mashable Senior Creative Producer Mark Stetson sat down with the cast and creators of the Netflix family comedy Nonnas. The film follows aspiring restaurateur Joe Scaravella (Vince Vaughn), who's looking for purpose after the death of his mother. He decides to risk everything to honor her by opening up an Italian restaurant, Enoteca Maria, in her honor. The hook: He hires local Italian grandmothers (Lorraine Bracco, Susan Sarandon, Brenda Vaccaro, and Talia Shire) as the chefs. Before long, everyone in Joe's life rallies to help, including his best friend, Bruno (Joe Manganiello), who goes so far as to do all of the contracting work for free.

"It's based on a real place," Vaughn told Mashable. "It started off by being Italian grandmothers that were really cooking the recipes from their families...And so they were the chefs and preparing these family traditions unique to their own family that was really shared and created this unbelievable feeling of family."

The actual Staten Island restaurant's palette has expanded since its opening in 2007, with "nonnas" from all different cultures throwing their family recipes into the melting pot. Joe Manganiello goes on to describe the experience of eating in the now famous restaurant: "We had dinner and the nonnas served us. There's a Puerto Rican nonna now, and there's a Japanese nonna and...we had this gigantic meal that just wouldn't end. It was just endless. I mean, one plate would have been somebody's full dinner and there were like 12, you know? It just kept going!"

"These women who didn't have a shot, for whatever reason, to have outside jobs or hobbies or find their artistic pursuits, found it in the delicacies of what they cooked," Sarandon added. "So it wasn't just a duty. I think it was also their expression. And that's why they kept their recipes very secret...because it was their specific, patented dish."

"And that's why they covered all their furniture in plastic," joked Lorraine Bracco.

Nonnas is now streaming on Netflix.

UPDATE: Apr. 24, 2025, 4:30 p.m. EDT Following President Trump's tariffs, the Ozlo Sleepbuds increased in price from $299 to $349 on Ozlo's website and Amazon in the United States. We'll be evaluating whether or not this changes our rating, and will be updating this review once we do. Below is our review as it was written when the earbuds cost $299.

Who among us hasn't used earbuds to help them quiet an overly active brain (or a snoring partner) when going to bed at night?

Personally, bedtime is when I'm most likely to be using earbuds in the course of my day. Prior to this review, I used my first-gen AirPods Pro for listening to podcasts and video essays as I drifted off to sleep — on my more mindful nights, I opted for Loop earplugs. While I knew sleep earbuds existed, I never got on board with the idea they'd offer anything that different from my existing system (even though my existing system often meant I could only wear one AirPod comfortably as a side sleeper and that I often woke up to that AirPod dying).

Thankfully, the universe knew I deserved better, so when the chance to test out the Ozlo Sleepbuds came up, I took it.

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

As someone who's tested many (and owned a pair of) Bose headphones, my curiosity was piqued by Ozlo being founded by former Bose engineers — especially considering Bose discontinued its Sleepbuds line. After a few weeks of testing them nearly every night under my belt, I've ended up more of a sleep earbuds convert than I expected — let's get into why.

The sleep earbud market

If you've Googled "best sleep earbuds" anytime recently, you'll likely see a rotation of the following: sleep headbands from Amazon, the Soundcore Sleep A20 earbuds, Loop earplugs, and of course, the Ozlo Sleepbuds.

If you don't like the idea of a headband and if you're sticking to more recognizable brands (not Amazon keyboard smash brands), you'll soon realize that sleep earbuds are one of the less saturated product markets out there. They also tend to be a market where if you want under-triple-digit prices, you'll be making some sacrifices: in my research, I couldn't find a budget pair that promised at least eight hours of battery life.

The Ozlo Sleepbuds... Credit: Ozlo Compared to the Bose Sleepbuds II. Credit: Bose

That market space for sleep earbuds that could deliver a more premium experience (and battery life that actually lasts the length of a full night of sleep) is the reason the Bose Sleepbuds came up in the first place. With the Bose earbuds discontinued, the Ozlo Sleepbuds tried to take the passive noise cancellation and comfortable design that made them great and add in the ability to stream your own audio and track data around your sleep.

SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 7 best headphones of 2025

At the time of writing, the only other sleep earbuds that claim to perform similarly are the Soundcore A20 earbuds — interestingly, the Soundcore earbuds are also about $120 cheaper, retailing at $150. I haven't tested them (yet), so I won't be comparing them head to head in this review, but it's worth knowing that while the Ozlo Sleepbuds don't have a ton of competitors, they aren't totally unique.

Here's why you might want to invest in the Ozlo Sleepbuds.

Comfort: Arguably the most important factor

First and foremost, the Ozlo Sleepbuds are incredibly comfortable. Their wingtips kept the earbuds in my ears without ever making me feel sore, and they sat at just the right point in my ears so that I could sleep on both sides without issue.

SEE ALSO: The most comfortable headphones we've ever tested will take care of your ears

Once I found the right tip and wing size out of the four sizes included in the box, I never experienced any issues with them falling out. In other words, they absolutely blew my experience with my AirPods out of the water, making a strong starting case for why someone might want to switch to sleep earbuds.

The choice of four different wingtip sizes made it easy to find the right fit. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable A streaming experience catered to actually sleeping

I also appreciated that the experience of using these earbuds truly felt tailored for falling and staying asleep. Ozlo could've relied on the side sleeper-friendly design for doing the heavy lifting, but it went a step further with how the earbuds stream audio and sleep sounds.

With the app, you can select your preferred "Sleep Sound," with options like Fireglow, Misty Rain, and Into the Woods that mask sounds in your environment to assist with the earbuds' passive noise cancellation. (I was partial to the default "Crimson Cloak" sound).

In addition to these sounds, you could stream your own audio and toggle when you'd like your sleep sound to kick in. You can delay it for any time between 15 minutes to two hours (within 15-minute increments) or choose a Beta feature that switches to your sleep sound once the earbuds recognize you've fallen asleep. I selected the Beta option for about a week of my testing period, and only woke up to a YouTube video once. (As a side note, streaming with Bluetooth does require that you keep your phone at least within 10 feet of the smart case for it to work, but that never presented any issues for me).

Plenty of alarm sounds are available. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo Users also have a decent amount of choice for sleep sounds. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo

The app also has a feature that stops any sound from your audio — streaming and white noise alike — at 15-minute increments all the way up to seven hours and 45 minutes.

The sleep timer in the app offers flexibility on how (and when) you want any audio to stop. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo Alarm feature

Though not the most unique feature among sleep earbuds, I still have to give the alarm on the Ozlo Sleepbuds a shoutout. Working with an East Coast-based team while living on the West Coast has made me intimately familiar with the guilt of setting an alarm that my partner probably wishes was a tiny bit later. This simple feature basically solved that problem, alleviating my guilt and giving him another hour of sleep back. The snooze feature was also useful and reliable.

The Ozlo alarms function almost exactly the same as your phone's built-in alarm. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo No Bluetooth necessary

In my heart of hearts, I know I get better sleep when I don't fall asleep to videos. That's part of the reason I initially invested in Loop earplugs — I wanted the noise cancellation provided by an earbud without the temptation of YouTube's autoplay feature keeping me up.

While part of the Ozlo Sleepbuds' appeal is in their ability to stream whatever you want, I also really appreciated that the earbuds are completely functional without the app, giving them the flexibility of being more like a really fancy earplug. All you need is to connect them to the app during initial setup, but after that, the earbuds can be set to play white noise as soon as you take them out of the case. For anyone trying to sleep with their phone outside of their bedroom, this is a very useful option.

And while there were a lot of positives about the Sleepbuds, there were also a few shortcomings.

No sleep data (yet)

Currently, the Ozlo Sleepbuds offer no sleep metrics. Maybe you have a fitness tracker or Oura Ring (or even a bed) that takes care of that for you, so the lack of this feature isn't a big deal. However, for $299, I would've expected some sort of sleep analysis features. After all, the much cheaper Soundcore earbuds offer them.

The Ozlo app has a "My Sleep" tab, which says an update will unlock sleep data in the future. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo

With that said, the app does indicate that some sort of update for sleep data is in the pipeline. I reached out to Ozlo's team to see if they had a more specific estimate as to when and I will update this review once I hear back.

Battery life could be better

The earbuds themselves have exactly the battery life most people will need for a nightly basis. The case, on the other hand, could use an upgrade. I found that after two nights, I would need to recharge the case to juice the earbuds back up.

The workaround for this is leaving the case plugged in 24/7, but if that's not an option, I did find it a little too easy to forget to plug the case back in after it felt like I'd charged it up recently.

Leaving the case plugged in helped me get around its shorter battery life. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable Connecting the earbuds wasn't a flawless experience

In the roughly three weeks I used these earbuds, there were only a couple of times that I had trouble connecting them, but those nights do stick out to me.

Generally, you connect the earbuds by opening up the case and waiting for the blinking lights below each earbud to appear solid, indicating that they're ready for playback. It takes a little longer than a standard pair of earbuds, but no more than 10 seconds. Once they're ready, you pop them in, and your app switches from the connection screen to the main page where the settings live.

Before... Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo ...and after successfully connecting the sleepbuds to the Ozlo app. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo

On the two nights I had trouble connecting the earbuds, I struggled getting the solid light to appear and then getting the app to talk to the earbuds. One night, after closing and opening the case a few times, it worked, while the other night, I could not make it happen. As I was going to bed a little late and already tired, I decided to sleep earbuds-less that night.

Only once did I see these screens while trying to connect my earbuds. Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo Credit: Screenshot: Ozlo

To give the benefit of the doubt, that night, I also needed to update the earbuds for around 30 minutes, but I didn't see that until right before bed, so I decided to use them as is. My theory is that ignoring the update might have interfered with the connection.

While it was annoying, there is a silver lining: the update changed it so the Sleepbuds stay in a connectable state in the case, if the case is connected to power. While I've only used them for a couple of nights since updating them, they do connect much faster and without issue, so Ozlo does seem to be interested in improving its existing product.

On the expensive side

At the end of the day, these are pricey sleep earbuds. Directly from Ozlo's site and from Amazon, they'll run you $299. For comparison, the original Bose Sleepbuds and their second generation cost $250. Sure, the Ozlo buds have a couple more features, but a main critique of the Bose earbuds was that they were light on features you'd expect at $250, like audio streaming and sleep data.

While the Ozlo Sleepbuds are definitely an improvement, their lack of sleep data features does feel a bit like following a similar pattern. Ozlo also sells a travel case you can purchase separately for $30, which again, feels like something you should just get with the core product if you're shelling out nearly twice the price of a competitor that has similar features.

All of that said, you can purchase these earbuds with an HSA or FSA, or rent a pair for $22 a month through Ozlo if you want to try them out before committing.

Are the Ozlo Sleepbuds worth it?

The Ozlo Sleepbuds were a strong introduction to the world of sleep earbuds, and I can definitely see a world where I'd take the plunge and invest in them. Their streaming capabilities actually help me fall and stay asleep, and they successfully block out everything from my heating unit to cars on the street outside. Ninety-nine percent of the time, they performed exactly as promised.

If the Soundcore A20 earbuds didn't exist, it'd be very easy to say the Ozlo earbuds are absolutely worth it. Again, while I can't personally speak to the A20s' performance, it is hard to completely discount how many features these two earbuds have in common for vastly different price points, especially with the generally favorable reviews I've seen around the Soundcore buds' performance.

SEE ALSO: The 5 best budget wireless earbuds vetted by our headphones experts

For the time being, I'll say that Ozlo seems like a company committed to improving its product over time and is starting from a really solid baseline. The inclusion of sleep features could do a lot for their value, and the experience they offer does feel premium. Most importantly, at the end of the day (literally), these are now what I reach for most when I'm going to sleep. If you have the $299 (or the $22 to check them out), you likely won't be disappointed with how they perform.

However, if streaming audio or white noise isn't as important to you, something like the Loop Quiet 2 or Dream earbuds will more than do the job. If it is, and you can't quite swing the price, the Soundcore earbuds might be the place to look instead.

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UPDATE: Apr. 1, 2025, 2:35 p.m. EDT This review formerly stated that the Ozlo Sleepbuds cost $279 from Ozlo's website, but that was only a limited-time sale price. The earbuds cost $299, at Ozlo and other authorized retailers. We've corrected the pricing and regret the error.

TL;DR: Hurry and grab lifetime access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more with a Microsoft Office 2019 license for Windows at A$46 through 1 June.

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Your credit card is exhausted from all of today’s subscription fees. While you probably don’t want to cancel Peacock and never see the ending of Yellowstone or say goodbye to two-day shipping with Prime, you could swap your Microsoft 365 subscription for a Microsoft Office lifetime license.

Instead of spending A$11 monthly (or A$132 yearly), you can pay once and use the apps as much as you’d like. For a little while longer, the Windows software suite is on sale for A$46 through 1 June.

What apps are included?

Microsoft Office 2019 isn’t the newest version available, but it’s the cheaper one for people who just need to use the apps and don’t care about what they look like inside. However, it does have a classic, timeless design.

Here's a list of the apps you get:

• Word

• Excel

• PowerPoint

• Outlook

• OneNote

• Publisher

• Access

Differences between Microsoft 365 and a lifetime license

This purchase is a no-brainer if you aren’t taking full advantage of Microsoft 365’s OneDrive storage, mobile app access, and cloud-based backups. Those just wanting the apps should be more than comfortable with a Microsoft Office download.

You might actually like this license more than the subscription. The apps are downloaded directly onto your PC instead of hosted on the cloud. While this does mean there are no built-in cloud backups, you don’t have to worry about the hassle of trying to work offline.

Plus, now that Microsoft added Copilot’s AI features to Microsoft 365, you might be looking for a way to escape them. Not everyone is crazy about having a virtual robot interfere with their work, and these classic apps won’t ever bug you about it.

The price drop on this lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows won't last for too long, so get your download for A$46 until 1 June at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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Tesla customers are no stranger to preordering a new product and then waiting years and years (and years) for it to be released. In the case of the Tesla Roadster, for example, people who preordered the electric vehicle in 2017 are still waiting.

However, it appears that the wait is over for Tesla owners who preordered the Cybertruck Range Extender. And, no, it's not because the product has now been released.

Tesla has now cancelled its plan for a Cybertruck Range Extender, according to a report from EV news outlet Electrek.

"We are no longer planning to sell the Range Extender for Cybertruck," reads a Tesla email sent to a customer that was obtained by Electrek. "As a result, we will be refunding your deposit in full."

The range extender was essentially a $16,000 removable battery pack that would have sat in the Cybertruck's bed and extended just how far the vehicle could travel before needing a charge. 

Tesla originally stated that the range extender would bump the dual motor Cybertruck's range up from 325 to 470 miles, but was later revised to 445 miles. Elon Musk's EV company also originally slated the range extender release for early 2025, but moved it to mid-2025. Now it appears there will be no release at all. 

Outlets first noticed trouble for the Cybertruck Range Extender last month when Tesla quietly removed the $2,000 preorder for the range extender from its website.

Range issues continue to be a major concern for EV owners and potential EV customers alike. Tesla and Musk himself have previously been accused of overexaggerating the range of their vehicles when promoting Tesla's EVs. 

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In fact, in 2023, Reuters reported that Tesla had created a team specifically responsible for suppressing range-related complaints from Tesla customers. Customers who scheduled maintenance visits over concerns that their Tesla wasn't hitting the ranges as advertised had their appointments quietly cancelled by this team. 

Vehicle range has especially been an issue with Tesla's Cybertruck, with some customers reporting that the actual range could be 100 miles less than Tesla advertises.

For Cybertruck owners who actually want to keep their vehicle, their options for extending the truck's range may be limited.

If you haven't gotten your Nintendo Switch 2 preorder in yet, there may be another option on the table in the near future.

Leaked photos from a potential FCC product listing seem to confirm the existence of an Xbox-branded handheld gaming PC, made in partnership with Asus. The device, which was discovered in an Indonesian listing by 91mobiles (before Videocardz found the FCC listing, with photos via The Verge), looks to be a new iteration on the existing Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming PC — but with a new button with the Xbox logo.

The Xbox logo is faint, but it's there.

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To be extra clear, this seems to be a listing for the ROG Ally 2, and the Xbox machine seems to be a variant of that rather than a new, distinct piece of hardware by itself. Specs reportedly listed in the FCC filing include a 7-inch 120Hz display and an 8-core AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme CPU, which dwarfs the 4-core CPU in the non-Xbox-branded white version of the ROG Ally 2. While these details are promising, we haven't been able to locate an FCC listing that matches these details.

Xbox has been rumored to be working on a handheld gaming console for a while now, but it wasn't until a recent report from The Verge that we knew it would be made by Asus.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 preorder guide: Track latest restocks, see our first-hand impressions

As The Verge pointed out, this device is likely not far off from being announced if FCC certification is already underway. The biggest questions at this point relate to how exactly it works. Is there any kind of special Xbox-themed OS built into the black ROG Ally 2, or is it just Windows? Does the Xbox button just open the Xbox Windows app during gameplay? Are there any differences in game compatibility between the black and white ROG Ally 2 models?

We don't know the answers to any of those questions yet. However, the device at least seems to exist. It probably won't be long now before we hear everything we need to hear about it.

SAVE $30: As of May 8, get the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds at Amazon for $149, down from their usual price of $179. That's a discount of 17%.

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Summer's here! One way to further enjoy sunbathing and long walks outside are a great pair of earbuds. You can snag a pair that not only sound great, but offer noise cancellation that you'll absolutely love on sale today at Amazon.

As of May 8, get the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds for $149, down from their usual price of $179. That's $30 off and a discount of 17%. This price applies to all three colorways: Black, Chilled Lilac, and White Smoke.

SEE ALSO: We tested every pair of Bose headphones to find the best for noise cancellation, sound quality, more

These earbuds are a fantastic option if you're looking to block out unwanted noise while outside. They also sound great when you're listening to your favorite songs, with crisp treble and rumbling bass.

Plus, they boast up to 8.5 hours of listening time, with only a 20-minute recharge should you need them juiced up again quickly. They offer on-board tap controls as well that let you change tracks, pause what you're listening to, and change the volume if needed.

If you're in the market for a new pair of earbuds, you can't go wrong with Bose, especially if blocking out unwanted sound is the goal. Grab a pair and see how it can improve a walk or just some time outside when you don't have to hear traffic or construction noise at the same time.

SAVE $50: The Garmin Lily 2 Active smartwatch is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon, down from $299.99, as of May 8. That's 17% in savings and matches its lowest price on record. You can find the same discount at Best Buy and Garmin itself.

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Smartwatches aren't exactly known for their aesthetic appeal, but the Garmin Lily changed that. Our reviewer called the second generation of the watch "sleek, stylish, and beautiful." The thing is, that beauty came with a few functionality qualms — particularly in activity tracking. The Garmin Lily 2 Active, the latest generation of the watch, offers a major upgrade to fix those functionality flaws. And it's on sale!

As of May 8, you can get the Garmin Lily 2 Active for just $249.99 instead of $299.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Garmin itself. That's about 17% in savings and knocks it back down to its lowest price on record — only the second time it's dropped this low since its fall release.

The Lily 2 Active keeps all the aesthetic grace of the the first two generations, but adds expanded sport modes, a longer battery life (up to 9 days vs. 5 days), physical buttons on the side for easier use during workouts, and the real kicker: built-in GPS. Adding built-in GPS allows you to more accurately track outdoor activities like walks, runs, bike rides, and more without relying on your phone.

It's also worth noting that the Garmin Connect companion app, which Mashable's reviewer was less than pleased with, has been overhauled since her initial review. The upgrade simplified the app design and I, as a Garmin user, can tell you the difference is night and day. The clunkiness is gone and while there's hiccups like any other app, it's mostly a seamless experience working alongside the watch.

If you're in the market for a smartwatch, but hate the unsightly Apple Watch look (no offense), the Garmin Lily 2 Active is not only beautiful, but also highly functional and now $50 more affordable.

SAVE $200: The Philips Series 3300 automatic espresso machine is on sale for $599.96 at Amazon, down from the usual price of $799.99. That's a 25% discount.

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After countless mornings spent making us breakfast and getting us off to school, mom deserves to have some chill and easy mornings. If you're still searching for a Mother's Day present that'll arrive in time for Sunday's celebration and your mom happens to love coffee, she's gonna be elated to get this gift and you'll be thrilled about the savings.

As of May 8, the Philips Series 3300 Espresso Machine is on sale at Amazon for $599.96, marked down from the usual price of $799.99. That's a 25% discount that takes $200.03 off the price tag.

The Philips 3300 Series Espresso Machine is all about convenience without sacrificing quality. For starters, the machine features a ceramic grinder which means the morning cup of coffee will come from freshly ground beans. Then there's the Aquaclean Filter which ensures the water used to brew your cup is clean — an important factor that often gets overlooked by using tap water. Then there's the one-touch drink choice that lets you select from six hot and iced drinks.

SEE ALSO: The best Mother's Day sales and deals on last-minute gifts

This Philips espresso maker also comes with the brand's LatteGo milk system which whips up perfect coffee-house quality foam to top your coffee creations. Philips mentions this system even works well with milk alternatives like oat or almond milk.

Quiet operation is also a focus on the Philips Series 3300, making it less likely you'll need to wait around in the morning until everyone in the house is awake before making a cup. Plus, the Philips HomeID app is convenient for discovering tutorials and tips on how to use the espresso machine.

If a mom in your life deserves great coffee each morning without any hassle or long lines at the local shop, gift her the versatile Philips Series 3300 espresso machine. It's on sale for 25% off at Amazon and it's likely to arrive in time for Sunday's celebration.

SAVE $360: As of May 8, get the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 (Intel Core 5 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) at B&H Photo for $429.99, down from its usual price of $789.99. That's a discount of 49%.

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Ready to upgrade to a new laptop? Or maybe you've been using a desktop for a long time, and you're ready to make the switch to something more portable. Whatever the case may be, you can get a great deal on a Lenovo laptop right now at B&H Photo.

As of May 8, get the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 (Intel Core 5 10-Core, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) at B&H Photo for $429.99, down from its usual price of $789.99. That's $360 for a discount of 49%.

SEE ALSO: The best laptops for photo editing, according to expert editors and photographers

This laptop is a great, lightweight option with a processor powerful enough to handle work, streaming, and much more. It has an Intel Core 5 10-core chip with integrated Intel graphics, a 16-inch 1920 x 1200 IPS display, and a 1TB SSD to hold all your important files (and photos, too).

It's built to travel, so it weighs just four pounds, and it's an attractive computer at that. It comes in a brushed silver and would look great as a desktop replacement or your daily driver, even if you just need it to answer emails on your commute each day.

For under $500, this is a capable laptop that can handle the stresses of daily use and then some. IdeaPads also come with great, clicky keyboards that feel good to use. Grab this deal and upgrade your tech stack.

The question plaguing everyone's mind on TikTok right now is one of patriotism, grit, and an understanding of colonial history. Who would win in a fight: 100 Americans or 100 Brits?

TikTok creator @2mwad asked his followers and, as a result, everyone else, "Everyone's talking about 100 men versus one gorilla. F*ck that, I got a new one. 100 British people versus 100 Americans. One big room. No weapons. Who's winning? Leave it in the comment section."

SEE ALSO: Robert Irwin weighed in on the 100 men vs one gorilla debate

I have never seen more American patriotism in my life. As one commenter on 2mwad's video wrote, "Nothing brings US Citizens [sic] together like a red coat making a challenge."

It should be known that I am American, so I come to this question with bias, as do most of the TikTok creators who responded. But the consensus seems pretty clear to me: the Americans would win, no competition. As the top comment on 2mwad's video said, "We already did this we celebrate it on July 4th."

Some creators are responding with their own lineups, and the one lineup that really sold me on America beating Britain comes from comedian Keara Sullivan, @superkeara on TikTok, who drafted a "very diverse, broad-ranging fantasy team" of just 30 people she thinks could beat 100 British people:

• "Two people from Appalachia born and raised among the mountain folk"

• "Two Floridians with a criminal record"

• "Two blue-collar workers from Boston"

• "One drunk Eagles fan born and raised in Philly"

• "One Waffle House employee, any state"

• "One cornfed Miswesterner"

• "One emo Midwesterner"

• "One grandma from Louisiana"

• "One old man from Atlanta"

• "Two Italian Americans from New Jersey, one with mob connections, one without"

• "Two women from the LA area that identify as Chicana and wear gold hoops"

• "One veteran who has definitely committed a war crime"

• "One polyamorous person from the Pacific Northwest who still believes everyone should be masking"

• "One gay man from Rhode Island who identifies as a bear"

• "That one girl in high school who smoked weed and has a big-ass tapestry in her room"

There’s some heavy stereotyping at play here, but it’s all clearly part of the bit. Here's what the rest of the internet had to say:

So, what do you think? Who would win in a fight: 100 Americans or 100 Brits?

If rom-coms taught us anything, it's that you never know when you might meet the love of your life. Out at a bar, at your job, at the annual small-town snowman competition — it's always possible. Well, it's time to add the world of Minecraft to that list of potential meet-cute spots.

A couple not only met but also actually got married in the world of Minecraft. Tech magazine Wired detailed the romance in a charming feature. The story centers on Sarah Nguyen, 24, from Oregon, and Jamie Patel, 25, from England, who met playing Minecraft as kids. That eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship and a beautiful wedding...hosted in the world of Minecraft. The couple explained it was a great venue for their vows because it was where they truly bonded.

"It’s the closest thing we have to a shared home," Nguyen told Wired. "We’ve lived apart our whole relationship. That world is where we live together."

The piece goes on to tell the story of another couple who got married in Roblox and of a digital officiant who does these sorts of ceremonies online. It's not super uncommon for weddings to be a digital affair these days.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. SEE ALSO: Minimalist proposals and weddings spread joy in coronavirus pandemic

Speaking as someone who had his wedding postponed for 18 months because of COVID, these sorts of stories track. The wedding industrial complex was completely upended by the pandemic, with folks doing online ceremonies or small events hosted at home. Heck, an Animal Crossing wedding went viral in 2020. All that opened the door for non-traditional weddings.

Now, here we are in 2025, with weddings in Minecraft. Frankly, it's not a bad idea, especially for folks who love gaming. At the very least, you'll certainly save a boatload on venue costs.

Joann, the fabric and craft retailer, is closing. Unfortunately, that means scammers are swarming: Warn the DIY crafters in your life.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a consumer warning this week specifically addressing the Joann Fabric & Craft scammers. The deception is relatively sophisticated. The FTC warned that bad actors are running fake promos online and on social media, promising stellar going-out-of-business deals since Joann is closing. Those ads lead to fake websites that steal consumers' info.

Wrote the FTC:

"People report seeing ads for an online JOANN’s bankruptcy sale while browsing sites like Facebook, Pinterest, or Nextdoor. But JOANN isn’t selling online anymore — their own website says so. So if you click on the ad for a (fake) online JOANN sale, you’ll go to the (fake) JOANN’s website and see (fake) super-cheap deals. If you decide to buy, you’ll pay and get an emailed receipt.

But soon, according to reports, you’ll find out the receipt not from JOANN. Your bank or credit card statement will show you’ve paid someone other than JOANN, and you probably won’t be getting a package to go with that bill."

In short, yes, Joann Fabrics is going out of business, but the Joann going-out-of-business online sale you saw advertised on Facebook or Pinterest is fake. In fact, Joann isn't selling anything online anymore.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. What to do if you see the Joann Fabrics scam?

Per the FTC, the first thing you need to know is that Joann closing sales are in-person only, meaning online deals are, by definition, fake. Do not click those ads and, if you like, report the phony ads to the platform where it's hosted.

In general, the FTC warned that consumers should be wary of "unusually good deals" and to pay with credit cards when possible, since they often offer more protections.

If you clicked one of these ads and entered any personal information, contact your financial institution right away.

Have a story to share about a scam or security breach that impacted you? Tell us about it. Email submissions@mashable.com with the subject line "Safety Net" or use this form. Someone from Mashable will get in touch.

SAVE $15: As of May 8, get a $100 Instacart gift card for $85. That saves you $15 for 15% off.

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These days, prices seem to be going up with no end in sight. Every time I go to the grocery store, I swear the bill gets bigger. While you can make some switches to save money, like going for the generic brands or buying in bulk, sometimes price increases are unavoidable. Luckily, Instacart has a gift card deal that helps you save money on your next shop.

As of May 8, get a $100 Instacard gift card for just $85 at Newegg. That saves you $15 for 15% off. While this is a good opportunity to get someone the gift of groceries, you could also treat yourself to some savings.

Instacart saves you the headache of going to the store. If you need one less thing on your to-do list, build your cart in the Instacart app and a shopper will go to the store for you and deliver groceries straight to your door. And with this gift card deal, it feels like hacking the system to get some extra savings. When you use this $100 gift card that only costs $85, you're saving $15 on your next grocery order.

FREE COLD FOAM: Cold Foam Days at Starbucks take place from May 7 through May 11. Rewards members in the U.S. or Canada can add cold foam to a cold beverage for free. 

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Starbucks has a legion of dedicated fans out there who probably love and hate their relationship with the store in equal measure. Sure, grabbing your favorite drink from Starbucks every single day is the treat you absolutely deserve, but those costs are surely adding up.

That's why it's so key to get everything you can out of Starbucks, including making the most out of free giveaways. On the rare occasion that Starbucks is actually giving away something for free, you should be first in line.

SEE ALSO: Testing the Ninja Slushi by making a frozen version of every drink I can think of

Cold Foam Days have landed Starbucks. From May 7 through May 11, Starbucks Rewards members in the U.S. or Canada can add cold foam to a cold beverage for free. You can redeem the offer by ordering your favorite cold beverage in the Starbucks app and applying the coupon or by letting your barista know you’d like to apply the offer when ordering in person.

If you’re not a Starbucks Rewards member but want to take part in Cold Foam Days, you'll need to sign up by downloading the Starbucks app and creating an account.

We should point out that there is a limit of 50 redemptions per member. That seems like a lot for even the most devoted Starbucks fan, but we're sure there are people out there that could test the limits.

SAVE 28%: The Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16GB) is on sale at Amazon for $156.97, down from the full price of $216.97. That's a savings of $60 and the lowest price we've ever spotted at Amazon.

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If you're shopping to celebrate mom this weekend, we're down to crunch time. You'll need to get that order in soon if you want it in-hand for Sunday. If your mom is an avid reader, there's something special that will arrive in time — and it's on sale today.

As of May 8, the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (16GB) is on sale for just $156.97, marked down from the usual price of $216.97. That's a 28% discount, or a savings of $60. It also happens to be the lowest price we've spotted at Amazon for the bundle, and $10 less than yesterday's deal.

The Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle is perfect for anyone who's new to e-readers. This deal includes the 16GB Kindle Paperwhite, a fabric cover (in either Jade or Raspberry), and a 9W power adapter.

SEE ALSO: Save $40 on the Kindle Paperwhite Kids and help them read through summer

In Mashable's review of the best Kindles, Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino considers the Kindle Paperwhite to be the best overall option. "The screen's front light is vibrant and has adjustable brightness, meaning it can adjust when transitioning from reading in the sun or shade," she says. "It also comes with adjustable screen warmth, perfect for evening readers who want to give their eyes a chance to relax."

The 7-inch display is designed to be glare-free, which means your summer reading sessions in the sun will be much less squinty. Plus, it's perfect to pack along on vacation since it's both lightweight and waterproof.

If a mom in your life loves to read but doesn't have the best Kindle around, now's a great time to gift the Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle. While it's on sale for $156.97, you'll be gifting unlimited hours of enjoyment while scoring the lowest price we've seen.

SAVE $50: Both the 10-ounce and 14-ounce Ember Smart Mugs are on sale at Best Buy for $79.99 and $99.99, respectively. That's up to 39% in savings. But act fast, as the 10-ounce option is part of Best Buy's Deal of the Day and will be gone tomorrow.

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If you're the kind of coffee drinker who requires multiple microwave sessions to get through a cup, it's time you meet the Ember Mug 2. Built just for people like you, the smart mug ensures you never have to worry about reheating your drink. And for a very limited time, it's on sale for nearly 40% off.

As of May 8, both sizes of the Ember Mug 2 are $50 off. The 10-ounce mug is down 39% to just $79.99 from $129.99 as one of Best Buy's Deals of the Day. That means it'll only stick around today, then jump back up to full price. Meanwhile, the 14-ounce mug is down about 33% to $99.99 from $149.99. The larger mug is not part of the limited-time Deal of the Day programming, so you might have more time to grab this one on sale (but no guarantees).

What makes the Ember Mug 2 so special? It features a built-in battery that can hold a set temperature (120 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit) for an hour and a half. If you still can't finish your cup in that time, the included charging coaster can maintain an all-day temperature. Just use the app to customize your mug to the exact degree you prefer and you'll essentially have all day to drink it. A smart LED indicator will even alert you when the mug has the reached the perfect temperature. Take note that it is hand wash only, as to be expected with a smart gadget.

Sure, $80 or $100 is pretty steep to pay for a single mug, but the peace of mind and endless comfort of a hot cup of coffee or tea that comes with it is worth it. Whether you're sick of reheating your cup every morning or know another slow or distracted drinker, the Ember Mug 2 makes for a great gift (yes, even to yourself).

SAVE $320: As of May 8, get the Roborock Q5 Max+ for $279.99, down from its usual price of $599.99 at Amazon. That's a discount of 53%.

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If you find yourself dealing with dirty floors more often than clean ones, maybe it's time to enlist a robot for some help. A robot vacuum can make all of those seemingly endless cleaning cycles feel way less daunting. Right now, you can score a great one thanks to a discount at Amazon.

As of May 8, get the Roborock Q5 Max+ for $279.99, down from its usual price of $599.99 at Amazon. That's $320 off and a discount of 53%.

SEE ALSO: The Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum is still available at its record-low price

This vacuum is meant to help you clean your home, and then clean itself. It offers seven weeks of hands-free cleaning, since you don't have to empty its reservoir for that long. Then, all you have to do is empty the bin, and it can get right back to its normal cleaning.

It uses 5500 Pa of suction to capture dust, debris, and hair from your carpet, which its DuoRoller brush can power through without you having to worry about tangling. Its on-board LiDAR means it can easily navigate your home with 3D maps, and avoid running into obstacles, too.

You can control and set up cleaning schedules via the included app, but the Q5 Max+ can also use voice control via Alexa, Google Home, and Siri, so all you have to do is tell the robot vacuum what to do, no remote required.

If you're ready to cede some cleaning to a bot, this is a great deal. Grab one and let it transform how you tidy up before they're all gone.