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TL;DR: This budget-friendly 13" MacBook Pro offers all the usual Apple perks for just $449.99 (reg. $1,799), the best price online.

There are a lot of laptops on the market, but perhaps none as powerful as the MacBook Pro. This feature-packed juggernaut has a good reputation for a reason, and right now, you can secure one for the best price online — $449.99, $1,350 off the usual price — while supplies last. 

Powerful performance for a fraction of the usual price

This MacBook Pro has so many features that the usual $1,799 price tag makes sense.

A 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor with a 2GHz base speed and a 3.8GHz Turbo Boost makes multi-tasking, even while tackling heavy-duty tasks like gaming or video editing, a seamless, smooth experience.

Go ahead and save your important data right on the MacBook Pro thanks to the 512GB SSD — no clunky external hard drives are needed. The 16GB of RAM offers better performance now and in the future since that's an ample amount for long-term use. 

A 13.3-inch Retina display is armed with Intel Iris Plus Graphics and provides stunning visuals that make everything vibrant, from games to boring work emails. And Apple's signature True Tone Technology adjusts the screen color so you experience reduced eye strain.

This laptop has a Magic Keyboard that truly loves up to its name, offering a comfy experience with responsive typing. It also comes with a Touch Bar for easier access to shortcuts. 

Other cool perks include an impressive 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, four Thunderbolt (USB-C) ports, and Touch ID for easy logging in. 

Wondering how you score the deep discount on this model? This particular model comes with a grade A refurbished rating, which means it shows up to your door in near-mint condition, with virtually no signs of prior use. 

Bring home a MacBook Pro for just $449.99, the best price online, now while supplies last. 

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TL;DR: Keep your family safe online with an AdGuard Family Plan lifetime subscription, now just $15.97 with code FAMPLAN through April 27. 

Tired of pop-ups disrupting your daily browsing? Sick of the jump scare of a loud ads cutting into your video content? AdGuard can offer a more peaceful internet experience thanks to their sophisticated ad-blocking solution.

Now through April 27, a lifetime subscription to AdGuard Family Plan, which covers nine devices, can protect you and your loved ones for just $15.97 (reg. $169.99) with code FAMPLAN. 

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AdGuard is an intuitive ad blocker ready to make your time online sweeter. It employs three core features — an ad-blocking module, a privacy protection tool, and a parental control system, all ready to keep your family safe and smiling while using the internet. 

Whether you're trying to work more efficiently or relax without tons of distractions, AdGuard offers a clutter-free online experience. It goes beyond your basic ad blocker, thwarting pop-ups, videos, banners ads, and more. 

Aside from saving you the headache of ads, AdGuard protects your data privacy, keeping your information hidden from trackers and activity analyzers. It also shields you against malware and phishing websites, putting you and your family in a protective bubble as your browse. 

Have children at home? AdGuard's parental control features keep your child's eyes safe from inappropriate content. You can think of it as a lifetime online babysitter as they scroll. 

The lifetime Family Plan outfits up to nine devices with AdGuard, keeping everyone under your roof safe from online threats. It also works with both Android and iOS operating systems, so you can use tablets, smartphones, and laptops as needed. 

Act fast to secure your AdGuard Family Plan for life for just $15.97 with code FAMPLAN now through April 27. 

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Best beauty deals during Amazon's Big Spring Sale Best Airwrap dupe deal T3 Aire 360 $254.99 (Save $45) Get Deal Best hair dryer deal Dreame Pocket hair dryer $89.99 (Save $70) Get Deal Best hot tool deal T3 SinglePass Curl X Extra-Long Barrel (1-inch) 105.99 (Save $44) Get Deal

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is here, bringing with it a handful of beauty tech deals.

Although the sale's focus is on spring essentials like outdoor deals, the beauty category is getting some love, too. So far, we've spotted markdowns on hair tools exclusively, with hot tools from T3, including one of our favorite Airwrap dupes, plus a selection of hair dryers. (We'll be keeping our eyes peeled for any skincare tech that gets marked down during the sale).

SEE ALSO: I tried 5 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are actually worth the hype

Last year was the first time Amazon hosted its Spring Sale, so we don't have a ton of historical data on what else might be offered over the course of the week-long sale. We can say, however, that popular (and expensive) products like the Dyson Airwrap and Supersonic historically get price cuts around Amazon's Prime Day and Black Friday sales, so we'll be keeping our eyes peeled and updating this post regularly.

Below, check out the best beauty tech deals live so far:

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Multi-stylers like the Dyson Airwrap market themselves on the convenience of having an all-in-one tool, but it wasn't until we tested several of them that we learned a huge point of inconvenience found in most of them: the crazy amount of storage space they require.

The T3 Aire 360 is the only Airwrap dupe we've tested that has a relatively compact storage solution that feels realistic to use on a day-to-day basis. Plus, the ceramic curling barrels gave us the longest lasting and smootheset results of any of the multi-stylers we tried, including the Airwrap. The Aire 360 doesn't often go on sale, making it a great time to grab it.

More beauty deals

Hair dryers

• Dreame Gleam hair dryer — $69.99 $99.99 (save $30)

• Dreame Glory hair dryer — $79.99 $129.99 (save $50)

• Dreame Pocket hair dryer — $89.99 $159.99 (save $70)

• Shark SpeedStyle — $159 $199.99 (save $40.99)

• T3 Featherweight StyleMax hair dryer — $163.99 $209.99 (save $46)

Multi-stylers

• Shark FlexStyle (curly and coily hair) — $219.99 $299.99 (save $80)

• T3 Aire 360 — $254.99 $299.99 (save $45)

Hot tools

• Hot Tools Pro Artist Nano Ceramic Curling Iron (1-1/4 inch) — $31.74 $59.99 (save $28.25)

• Hot Tools Pro Artist Black Gold Ionic Flat Iron (1-inch) — $51.82 $85 (save $33.18)

• T3 SinglePass Curl X Extra-Long Barrel (1-inch) — $105.99 $149.99 (save $44)

Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Leaving a team involuntarily

• Green: Pasttime terms

• Blue: Same first name

• Purple: LIERS, PERS, ETS, ETS

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Move on from a player

• Green: Baseball stats, abbreviated

• Blue: Famous Bos

• Purple: First four letters of NBA team names

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #183 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Move on from a player - CUT, RELEASE, TRADE, WAIVE

• Baseball stats, abbreviated - AB, BB, OPS, SO

• Famous Bos - BICHETTE, JACKSON, NIX, RYAN

• First four letters of NBA team names - CAVA, CLIP, HORN, ROCK

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Tuesday, March 25, 2025:

AcrossGrouchy homeowner in Pixar's "Up"

• The answer is Carl.

Sneezy sound

• The answer is Achoo.

Speedy sound

• The answer is Vroom.

Pick up on

• The answer is Sense.

Facebook message status after "Sent" and "Delivered"

• The answer is Seen.

Down#1 seed in the N.B.A.'s Eastern Conference, informally

• The answer is Cavs.

Farmers' lots

• The answer is Acres.

French wine region

• The answer is Rhone.

Like lips that sink ships

• The answer is Loose.

Anomaly taken as a sign, say

• The answer is Omen.

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Mini Crossword.

The Trump administration accidentally texted an Atlantic journalist its plans to bomb Yemen last week. It seems obtaining confidential information on U.S. military operations is now easier than ever.

On Monday, The Atlantic's editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg reported that he had been inadvertently added to a Signal group chat with several apparent U.S. government officials, including Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Fox News host turned Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth. Goldberg received the invitation to the group last Thursday, two days after he'd accepted a connection request from an account ostensibly belonging to national security advisor Michael Waltz.

SEE ALSO: What is Signal? The basics of the most secure messaging app.

Signal is a secure messaging app with end-to-end encryption, making it popular among journalists, activists, whistleblowers, and others for whom privacy is a primary concern. As such, it isn't completely bizarre that a politician might reach out to a journalist via this avenue. 

However, it's far less usual for U.S. government officials to use Signal to plan military operations. Such highly sensitive information would typically be discussed either in person or via the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet), the U.S. government's secured computer network system intended for sharing such classified information. Employing a messaging system that's also open to civilians is highly unorthodox, to say the least. 

As such, Goldberg initially had "very strong doubts" about the authenticity of the group chat. He wrote that he couldn't believe U.S. officials would communicate about war plans on Signal, nor that a U.S. national security advisor would carelessly add him to such a chat. 

However, he was soon convinced of the Signal chat's authenticity after U.S. airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen took place on Saturday. The chat filled with celebratory messages and emojis within minutes, including a fist, American flag, and fire from Waltz. Two hours prior, a message from Hegseth in the Signal chat had shared the weapons, targets, and timing of the planned strikes.

"The information contained in [the Signal messages], if they had been read by an adversary of the United States, could conceivably have been used to harm American military and intelligence personnel, particularly in the broader Middle East, Central Command’s area of responsibility," wrote Goldberg.

This prompted Goldberg to leave the Signal group, as well as reach out to various U.S. officials about it. 

U.S. officials confirm the Signal group chat was real U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared plans to bomb Yemen in the Signal chat. Credit: Anna Moneymaker / Getty Images

The U.S. National Security Council (NSC) has since confirmed the Signal chat's authenticity, though did its best to downplay the serious implications and give the egregious breach of security a positive spin.

"This appears to be an authentic message chain, and we are reviewing how an inadvertent number was added to the chain," NSC spokesman Brian Hughes wrote in a statement to The Atlantic. "The thread is a demonstration of the deep and thoughtful policy coordination between senior officials. The ongoing success of the Houthi operation demonstrates that there were no threats to troops or national security."

Of course, the mere success of an operation doesn't prove that there was never any threat at all.

Despite the blunder, it initially seems as though U.S. officials involved in the Signal chat won't face any serious repercussions. Republicans have quickly come to their defence, with Speaker Mike Johnson rejecting the possibility that Waltz or Hegseth might face disciplinary action.

"What you did see, though, I think, was top-level officials doing their job, doing it well and executing on a plan with precision," said Johnson.

The White House has also publicly stood by them, with press secretary Karoline Leavitt saying in a statement that "President Trump continues to have the utmost confidence in his national security team, including national security adviser Mike Waltz."

However, POLITICO reports that internal discussions among White House officials are considering ejecting Waltz, with Trump to make the decision within the next few days.

For his part, Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social to deride The Atlantic, posting a link to an article from conservative satirical website The Babylon Bee entitled "4D Chess: Genius Trump Leaks War Plans To 'The Atlantic' Where No One Will Ever See Them." He also shared a screenshot of an X post from his close advisor Elon Musk, in which the billionaire shared the same article and wrote, "Best place to hide a dead body is page 2 of The Atlantic magazine, because no one ever goes there."

Hegseth specifically lashed out at Goldberg, accusing him of "peddling hoaxes" and attempting to discredit him despite the Signal messages having been confirmed to be authentic. However, Hegseth also broke rank by outright denying The Atlantic's report.

"Nobody was texting war plans, and that's all I have to say about that," Hegseth said on Monday.

Meanwhile, Democrats are criticising the incident, with some calling for an investigation.

"Incompetence so severe that it could have gotten Americans killed," Rep. Seth Moulton wrote on X. "There is no world in which this information should have been shared in non-secure channels."

JD Vance badmouthing Elon Musk was a deepfake, but the Signal chat was not JD Vance was also the subject of a viral deepfake audio clip over the weekend. Credit: Andrew Harnik / Getty Images

Excluding information which Goldberg noted could cause harm, his Atlantic article provided a thorough account of the messages exchanged in the Signal group chat. Interestingly, this included Vance expressing some disagreement with President Donald Trump — a rarity for him as of late. 

Vance expressed dissent about the planned attacks, stating that bombing the Houthis in Yemen to defend international shipping routes would be "bailing Europe out." His reasoning was that a larger percentage of Europe's trade passes through the Suez Canal as compared to the U.S.' trade.

"I am not sure the president is aware how inconsistent this is with his message on Europe right now," Vance reportedly wrote on Signal. "I am willing to support the consensus of the team and keep these concerns to myself."

The vice president's private opinions recently came to attention via a separate incident, with AI-generated audio of Vance criticising Musk going viral over the weekend. In the clip, the deepfaked vice president's voice stated that Musk was "cosplaying as this great American leader" and "making us look bad."

Vance responded to the audio on X, calling it "a fake AI-generated clip," while his communications director William Martin stated that it is "100% fake and most certainly not the Vice President." Several deepfake detection tools and companies have also concluded that the audio was likely generated by AI.

In contrast, Vance's Signal messages have been confirmed to be authentic.

"Vice President Vance unequivocally supports this administration’s foreign policy," Martin said in a statement to The Atlantic. "The President and the Vice President have had subsequent conversations about this matter and are in complete agreement."

The vice president and president disagreeing behind closed doors is a much different matter to doing so in the public eye, where a united front is important. Even so, it's an interesting look at the Trump administration's emoji-filled internal communications, disagreements, and military planning — as well as the ill-advised platform on which they're conveyed.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

A device used to call someone.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

PHONE

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A woven hairstyle.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 25, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

BRAID

Hurdle Word 3 hint

A short trip.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 25 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 25, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

JAUNT

Hurdle Word 4 hint

A glimmer.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for March 25 Hurdle Word 4 answer

GLEAM

Final Hurdle hint

The opposite of height.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answer

WIDTH

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Last month, the $61.5 billion-valuated AI startup Anthropic set up a gaming livestream on Twitch. Gaming livestreams are nothing new on Twitch, but this one is a little different: Claude, Anthropic's AI model, is attempting to beat Pokémon Red.

We are now one month in, and the livestream is still going. However, Claude has not progressed all that much. And, at this rate, Anthropic's AI agent may possibly never be the very best, like no one ever was.

According to Anthropic, when it first launched the "Claude Plays Pokémon" project, previous versions of its AI agent Claude failed at some very basic tasks. For example, according to Anthropic, Claude 3.5 would try to run away from almost every battle in June 2024.

SEE ALSO: In 2024, Pokémania is evolving

A few months and a few versions of Claude later, Anthropic said there was a stark change. In February 2025, Anthropic gave Claude 3.7 Sonnet a whirl at playing Pokémon. 

"Within hours, Claude defeated Brock. Days later, it trounced Misty," Anthropic said. "Progress that older models had little hope of achieving."

Anthropic said that Claude 3.7 Sonnet could plan ahead, remember objectives, and learn from its mistakes, unlike previous versions of the AI agent. It also built a knowledge base, saw the screen, and simulated button presses.

However, the progress Claude 3.7 Sonnet originally made in the game seems to have stalled.

For example, livestream viewers watched as Clause 3.7 took 78 hours to get through Mt. Moon in the game. On Reddit, gamers estimated that it would typically take a child just a few hours to advance through the same stage.

SEE ALSO: Hands-on with the Claude AI app: It's pleasant to use, but janky

Claude can be seen going in circles, stumbling around the same paths, and often knocking into walls as it tries to get around the game.

The livestream is engaging, especially as a text box lays out Claude's "thinking" as the AI agent tries to figure out what moves to make next.

According to Anthropic engineers in an interview with Ars Technica, Claude has an easier time with aspects of the game which involve text, such as Pokémon battles. However, it struggles with the more visual aspects of the game, such as moving around from town to town on the map.

Claude 3.7 Sonnet has gone much further in the game than previous Claude models, so there's been progress. However, for those warning that AI will soon be able to take over the world, we're nowhere close to that being a reality yet. Claude still has 151 Pokémon to catch.

TL;DR: Mashable readers can grab a lifetime device license for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more with a one-time purchase of Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows for A$47.

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Your credit card is exhausted from all of today’s subscription fees. While you probably don’t want to cancel your favorite streaming apps 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$111 yearly), you can pay once and use the apps as much as you’d like. Through 30 March at the Mashable Shop, the Windows software suite is on sale for A$47 — an 86% discount.

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. It also has a classic, timeless design and isn't weighted down by unnecessary AI features.

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 ends soon, so get your download for A$47 until 30 March at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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BUY TWO GET ONE FREE: Target is offering a buy two get one free deal on select books, movies, and music during its Circle Week sale, which runs through March 29.

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Book lovers are always looking for ways to get free books. And Target Circle Week is making it a little easier with its buy two get one free deal.

Through March 29, you can get a free book at Target when you buy two other eligible books. The buy two get one free deal also applies to select movies and music, so you can mix and match your haul. Target Circle Week deals are exclusively available to Target Circle members. So, be sure to sign up if you haven't already. Don't worry; it's free.

There are plenty of BookTok favorites and bestsellers included in the sale, including The Housemaid by Freida McFadden, Funny Story by Emily Henry, A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas, The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, and How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix. Not to mention, most books included in the sale are already discounted significantly. For instance, A Court of Thorns and Roses is down to just $10.05 from $18 (44% off). If you're an old-school reader who prefers a physical book in your hands, you could definitely do some damage during Circle Week.

As far as movies go, you could grab Wicked, Nosferatu, Deadpool Vs. Wolverine, The Wild Robot, and Inside Out 2. Meanwhile, the music selection includes Lady Gaga's Mayhem (Target exclusive vinyl), Sabrina Carpenter's Short N' Sweet (Deluxe vinyl), Wicked: The Soundtrack (Target exclusive vinyl), and so much more. There are 50 pages and thousands of options to choose from. Just be sure to shop before Target Circle Week concludes on March 29 if you want to score a book, movie, or album for free.

After a brutal data breach and a wave of lawsuits, 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy — and now, the consumer genetics company is looking for a buyer. On the table are the business, the brand, and the DNA profiles of more than 15 million users.

The bankruptcy filing, submitted on Sunday, March 23, caps off months of turmoil following a major hack in October 2023. That breach exposed the personal and health-related genetic data of at least 7 million customers. The fallout was swift and far-reaching, resulting in more than "50 class action and state court lawsuits" alleging that 23andMe failed to adequately protect its users' most sensitive data.

SEE ALSO: 23andMe files for bankruptcy, CEO steps down

Now, in an attempt to streamline its legal mess, the company has entered Chapter 11 — a move that also opens the door for a potential sale. According to court filings, 23andMe is in debt to a mix of pharmaceutical firms, health insurers, AI startups like Aganitha AI and CoreWeave, marketing agencies, and pharmacies.

Meanwhile, California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a pointed warning to 23andMe users last Friday: don’t wait.

"Given 23andMe’s reported financial distress," he said in a statement, "I remind Californians to consider invoking their rights and directing 23andMe to delete their data and destroy any samples of genetic material held by the company."

How to delete 23andMe data

With 23andMe officially up for sale, there’s no telling who might end up owning the company — or what they’ll want with the genetic data of millions of users. Over the years, 23andMe has repeatedly claimed it takes data privacy seriously. But at that same time, it partnered with pharmaceutical companies and suffered a massive breach.

If you’re thinking about pulling the plug on your data before a potential buyer steps in, you can do that through the 23andMe app:

• Head to the “23andMe Data” section

• Tap “View,” then “23andMe Data”

• Select “Permanently Delete Data”

One odd wrinkle: on the deletion page, 23andMe includes a Q&A that attempts to reassure users. It reads:

“If the company does change ownership in the future, your data will remain protected under the current 23andMe Privacy Policy unless you are presented with materially new terms, with appropriate advanced notice to review those material changes as required by law.”

In other words, your data stays private... until it doesn’t.

Some users just had their timeline data wiped from Google Maps.

The company told Mashable in a statement that it "briefly experienced a technical issue that caused the deletion of Timeline data for some people." It's unclear how many users were affected.

"Nearly everyone with encrypted Timeline backups will be able to restore their data; unfortunately, those who did not have backups enabled will not be able to recover lost data," Google wrote in its statement. Timeline services have since been restored.

SEE ALSO: Google Maps is adding weather incident reporting

Timeline data is helpful if you want to, say, return to an old location from earlier this week but don't remember the address or want to take a similar route but don't remember the exact turns. As Google said, if you had your backup turned on, you'd be able to restore your data pretty easily, but it's turned off by default.

You'll need to make sure Google Maps is updated to the latest version. Then, navigate to your profile and click "Your Timeline." Then tap the cloud icon and choose backup, which will import your data.

If you didn't have your backup turned on, it looks like that data is gone forever — and Google won't be able to retrieve it for you.

The best Apple deals ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 (Save $50) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Pro $169.99 (Save $79.01) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $549 (Save $50) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm) $299 (Save $100) Get Deal

If you're looking for discounted Apple products, Amazon is a reliable place to grab them year-round.

However, with the announcement of its Big Spring Sale, running from March 25 to 31, we're keeping our fingers crossed to see even more deals go live. While the sale focuses primarily on "springtime favorites" like outdoor furniture and garden supplies, last year's inaugural BSS did bring some tech deals. Best of all, exempting a few exclusive offers, most deals are available to all customers, regardless of their Prime membership status.

SEE ALSO: 15+ robot vacuums on sale ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale

So far, we have spotted deals on new releases like the M3 iPad Air, 11-inch iPad, and M4 MacBook Airs. In addition to iPads, we also found a $400 markdown on the M3 13-inch MacBook Air and $170 price cut on the Beats Studio Pro. Again, while these deals aren't officially tied to the spring sale and can be found at other times of the year, these are still solid prices for any of these items.

We'll continue updating this post as the sale progresses, so check back if you're looking for the best Apple deals ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$999 Save $50 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the M4 MacBook Air.

Apple just dropped the M4 MacBook Air, and even at full price, we think it's a really good deal. In a divergence from last year's Air pricing, Apple started its 13-inch model at just $999 — with an M4 chip and the RAM upgrades Apple gave all its laptops last fall, this is the best value we've ever seen on an Apple laptop. Amazon slashed another $50 off the price, which, while admittedly not a jaw-dropping discount, helps make a great value even better. The biggest downside to this laptop is that it might be a little short on ports for some users, and then it tops out at a 60Hz refresh rate, but if you can work with that, the M4 Air is an excellent deal.

More MacBook and Mac dealsMacBook Air

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $999 $1,299 (save $300)

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M3, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,099 $1,499 (save $400)

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $1,149 $1,199 (save $50)

MacBook Pro

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,399 $1,599 (save $200)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,779 $1,999 (save $220)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $2,229 $1,599 (save $270)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $2,849 $3,199 (save $350)

• Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $3,129 $3,499 (save $370)

Mac

• Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $529 $599 (save $70)

• Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $699 $799 (save $100)

• Apple iMac, 24-inch (Two ports, M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $1,179 $1,299 (save $120)

• Apple iMac, 24-inch (Four ports, M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $1,349 $1,499 (save $149)

Best AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro $169.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $79.01 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the AirPods Pro.

For Apple users, the AirPods Pro are an excellent pair of noise-cancelling earbuds, with some of the best noise cancellation and sound quality in the game. As the USB-C Pros near their second year anniversary, we can't say they're without a doubt the best on the market — their battery life could be better, for instance — but their age works in their favor for this price drop down to $169.99, which certainly makes some of their flaws easier to look past. We have seen these earbuds drop to $154 during Black Friday season, but we haven't seen that deal return since, making $170 the next best deal to grab them at.

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) — $149.99 $179 (save $29.01)

• Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) — $479.99 $549 (save $69.01)

Best iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $549 at Amazon
$599 Save $50 Get Deal Why we like it

The M3 iPad Air just hit the market earlier this month, but you can already grab it for $50 off. At the time of writing, the previous generation Air costs even more on Amazon at $599 (though you can grab it on sale for $499 at Best Buy). Beyond the chip upgrade, this iPad features plenty of Apple Intelligence integration, from the Photos and Notes apps, to the Writing Tools feature that uses ChatGPT. Though we've yet to test this tablet hands-on for ourselves, the M2 Air is our favorite iPad for most people — we imagine the M3 Air will follow suit.

More iPad dealsiPad

• Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 64GB) — $269 $349 (save $80)

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $329 $349 (save $20)

iPad Air

• Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M2, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) — $659 $749 (save $90)

• Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) — $747 $799 (save $52)

iPad mini

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 256GB) — $499 $599 (save $100)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 512GB) — $699 $799 (save $100)

Best Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm) $299 at Amazon
$399 Save $100 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Apple Watch Series 10.

The Apple Watch Series 10 only came out this past fall, making this $100 off deal especially impressive. Along with its larger wide-angle OLED display, Mashable Senior Editor Stan Schroeder found this smartwatch to be lighter than its predecessors, with an ultra-fast charge time. This watch generation introduced fitness features like a depth gauge, sleep apnea detection, and a Vitals app, but it's worth noting those features aren't exclusive to the Series 10. However, if your Series 6 has been on the fritz for a while, or you've never owned an Apple Watch, $299 is a solid price to grab Apple's latest smartwatch.

More Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm) — $299 $399 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) — $329 $429 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $399 $499 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $429 $529 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 10, Titanium Case (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $599 $699 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 10, Titanium Case (GPS + Cellular, 46mm) — $649 $749 (save $100)

Even more Apple deals

• Beats Solo Buds — $59.95 $79.99 (save $20.04)

• Apple AirTag (4-pack) — $69.99 $99 (save $29.01)

• Beats Studio Buds — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50)

• Beats Studio Pro — $179.95 $349.99 (save $170.04)

We regret to inform you that the hustle bros are at it again — this time, they’ve brought mouth tape and banana peels.

Over the weekend, the internet was captivated (read: deeply confused) by a resurfaced video from fitness influencer Ashton Hall, whose morning routine might be the most unhinged one to grace our feeds.

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We’re talking full performance art levels of routine here — a six-hour odyssey that begins at 3:50 a.m. and ends at 9:30 a.m. and includes such highlights as mouth taping, icy face dunks (with very conspicuous bottled water product placement), shirtless push-ups, meditating, weird poses by the balcony, and — we cannot stress this enough — four minutes of hovering over the pool. The video, originally posted on February 7, is labeled "Day 191 of the morning routine that changed my life."

Hall, who boasts over 8 million Instagram followers, is no stranger to the hustle-core lifestyle content mill. His feed is a never-ending scroll of shirtless workouts, aggressively aestheticized morning routines, and the kind of unwavering discipline that makes you want to take a nap out of protest.

The reactions? Predictably savage. Social media has been lit up with memes, stitches, and general bewilderment. And it's not just the randos on the internet — pro sports teams and even Mr. Beast are having fun with it.

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How about coffee and a cold shower next time?

SAVE $40: As of March 24, you can get the Bissell Little Green Max Pet portable carpet cleaner for just $99.99 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount and $40 off the list price.

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$139.99 Save $40.00 Get Deal

If you have pets or small children, your carpets and upholstery have likely seen their fair share of spills, stains, and messes. Keeping these areas fresh and clean can be a constant battle, but if you’ve got the right tools in your cleaning arsenal, it doesn't have to be.

Right now, you can get the Bissell Little Green Max Pet portable carpet cleaner for just $99.99 on Amazon. That’s a 29% discount and $40 off the list price.

SEE ALSO: Best vacuum cleaners 2025, from cordless stick vacuums to robot vacuums

This compact machine (it weighs less than 10 pounds) is pretty good at removing tough stains. I know because I have two beagles, and I use this little vac at least once a week to keep my carpets and furniture looking their best. It's a bit of a pain to clean the vacuum itself (once you’ve used it, you'll see what I mean), but the results are always worth it.

It comes with two specialized tools: a self-cleaning tough stain tool and a Specialized Pet Hair Removal Tool. You’ll also get a starter 8-ounce sample of the Bissell Pet Pro Oxy Formula, which helps break down pet messes and remove odor.

While Andor Season 2's first trailer promised rocking Star Wars revolution, the season's second trailer takes a tenser, more foreboding approach.

SEE ALSO: 'Andor' creator on Lucasfilm censoring f-bomb: 'They were right.'

The biggest reason for that tension? The Death Star, which made a brief appearance in the end tag for Andor Season 1. Now, as the show draws ever closer to the events of Rogue One — which was all about obtaining the plans to the Death Star — that fearsome Imperial weapon becomes an even bigger threat.

"It's a weapon. They're building a weapon," one character says in the trailer, which then cuts to Rogue One's Orson Krennic (Ben Mendelsohn) overseeing the nearly completed Death Star.

But Krennic and the rest of the Empire — including Syril Karn (Kyle Soller) and Dedra Meero (Denise Gough) — will face major opposition from the ever-growing Rebellion. Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) is now fully in the fight, along with allies Bix Kaleen (Adria Arjona), Luthen Rael (Stellan Skarsgård), and Mon Mothma (Genevieve O'Reilly). How much will they sacrifice for revolution?

Andor Season 2 premieres Apr. 22 on Disney+.

SAVE $120.01: The Merach Q1S magnetic rowing machine is on sale at Amazon for just $179.98, down from the standard price of $299.99. That's a 40% discount and the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

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$299.99 Save $120.01 Get Deal

Rowing is one of the best "cheats" when it comes to working out. It's not a cheat in that it's an easy workout, but it's a cheat in the sense that it's a full-body workout, targeting every major muscle group. If you've been eyeing a rowing machine but haven't loved the standard high prices, check out this deal at Amazon.

As of March 24, the Merach Q1S magnetic rowing machine is on sale for just $179.98, marked down from the typical price of $299.99. That means you'll get a savings of $120.01 thanks to the 40% discount. The sale price is also the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon.

Rowing machine have soared in popularity in the last decade, and rightfully so. Not only is it a pretty fun workout (as far as workouts go), rowing also targets leg, chest, core, back, and arm muscles. Bragging rights of targeting every major muscle group is one of the main reasons people are in love with rowing lately.

While most rowing machines cost hundreds, today's deal at Amazon brings the Merach Q1S down to about $180. The tension dial on this rowing machine allows you to choose between 16 levels of resistance while the display gives you quick workout stats like distance rowed, time, calories burned, and speed.

SEE ALSO: The best fitness trackers you can buy in 2025: From smartwatches to rings

The Merach rowing machine focuses on quiet operation, and the brand says it's suitable for people who weigh up to 350 pounds with a max height of 6 feet 4 inches tall.

The rowing machine also comes with free access to the Merach app which is loaded with courses and programs that can be great for both novice and masters rowers.

When you're done with your workout, you can store the Merach upright, which will take up less than three square feet of space.

Ahead of the Amazon Big Spring Sale, snag the Merach Q1S rowing machine while it's 40% off and get muscles ready for the upcoming summer paddling season.

All Google Pixels can use the Fingerprint Unlock feature even when the screen is off, thanks to the imminent Android 16 update.

According to Android Authority, which spotted the update in Android 16 Beta 3, the off-screen Fingerprint Unlock method now works for Pixel 6 and newer — not just Pixel 9.

The ability to unlock Pixels by scanning your fingerprint on the screen debuted with the Pixel 6, but the display had to be on in order to activate the sensor underneath it. Google introduced Fingerprint Unlock while the display is off with Android 16 developer preview for the Pixel 9, the latest generation of its smartphone. But a new Android 16 beta update indicates this feature will be extended to all Pixels that have the Fingerprint Unlock sensor. That means presumably all versions of Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel 8 versions as well, including Pixel "a" series, since the outlet tested it with the budget-friendly Pixel 6a and reported that it works with the Pixel 7.

If you have the Android 16 Beta 3 installed, you can try it out for yourself. Go to Settings > Security & privacy > Device unlock > Face & Fingerprint Unlock > Fingerprint Unlock. Within the Fingerprint Unlock setting, toggle on Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock. With this enabled, you'll be able to unlock your Pixel with a fingerprint even when the display is off. It's handy feature that feels like a more natural gesture by eliminating one less step to unlocking on your phone.

If you don't have the beta version of the Android 16, you won't have to wait long for the official release. According to the Android Developers Blog, Google expects to ship Android 16 in the second quarter of 2025, which is anytime between April and June of this year.

GET $80 OFF: As of Mar. 24th, the Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad is on sale for $79 for a savings of $80, or 50% off.

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$159 Save $80 Get Deal

Modern iPads can do almost anything a laptop can do, but if you've tried to really type on that on-screen keyboard you know that there are some ... limitations. But what if you had a real keyboard attached? It would be like giving your iPad wings, wouldn't it? Clicky, staccato, typing wings that make emailing your mother a joyful spring breeze.

Today, the Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad is on sale for 50% off at Best Buy, nab it for $79 to save $80 and convert your iPad into a mobile productivity laptop and type just as fluidly as you digitally illustrate.

SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods 4 have never been cheaper ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale

The Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad attaches to the side of your iPad magnetically via three dots along the iPad's side, these are its 'Smart Connector.' The keyboard props your iPad up like a laptop while you type, or folds to lay flush over your iPad's screen, protecting it. It can also fold backwards to stay out of your way while you use the screen.

The keyboard is a ten-keyless, full size keyboard with responsive keys. It's ideal for emails, homework, or text editing in Procreate.

As of now, the Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad is on sale for $79 at Best Buy, get it today to save $80, or 50%.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale kicks off tomorrow, March 24th with huge savings on tons of great tech — many deals are live now. But don't wait to grab the Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad, since Apple tech rarely drops to discounts this steep.

SAVE $10: As of March 24, you can get an Amazon Echo Dot (newest model) for just $39.99 at Amazon. That's a 20% discount and $10 off the list price.

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$49.99 Save $10 Get Deal

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is just one day away, and you know what that means: Tons of Amazon devices are going to be on sale. We’re already seeing some early deals, including a 20% discount on the Echo Dot (5th gen).

As of March 24, you can snag an Echo Dot (5th gen) for just $39.99 at Amazon. That’s $10 off the list price and a pretty good deal for a smart home device that doubles as a speaker.

SEE ALSO: Echo Dot vs. Echo Pop: Which Amazon device should you buy during the Big Spring Sale?

The Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen) lets you stream music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more with a few simple voice commands. (It has surprisingly good sound quality for its compact size, too.) You can also control other smart home devices, including robot vacuums and smart lights, and get weather reports, news briefs, and more from Alexa.

If you haven’t jumped on the smart home device bandwagon just yet, the Echo Dot is a great place to start.