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Tariffs have come for another tech product. This time, it's the company Wahoo, which makes bike computers and similar gadgets. The company's first cycling radar has gotten a tariff-related price increase, but you won't notice it until you hit the checkout page. That's where Wahoo seems to have tacked the cost onto the shipping fee, and it's a whopping $50.

According to cycling blog DC Rainmaker, Wahoo buried the tariff surcharge for the TRACKR Radar in the shipping options. The gadget costs $199.99, but when you go to the checkout page, the economy shipping fee now starts at $50 (it goes up to $75 for FedEx two-day shipping and $85 for next-day shipping). So for U.S. customers, the TRACKR Radar will cost you a minimum of $250, plus tax.

By comparison, the cost for shipping in Europe starts at zero euros for economy and ten euros for express shipping. That points to one very likely explanation: the Trump Administration's 145 percent tariffs on exported goods from China has struck again.

Wahoo confirmed that the $50 shipping cost was a result of the tariffs. In a statement to Mashable, they said, "with the situation on tariffs rapidly changing, it is not practical to frequently update the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). We have therefore made the decision to communicate a tariff surcharge throughout the customer journey and implement it on checkout."

Mashable has previously reported on tariff-related tech price increases from Anker, Asus, Microsoft/Xbox, Wyze, and popular sex toy brands.

Ray Maker, the blogger and cyclist behind DC Rainmaker, shared these screenshots with Mashable:

The TRACKR Radar will cost at least $50 in shipping fees for U.S. customers. Credit: DC Rainmaker European customers don't have the same problem. Credit: DC Rainmaker SEE ALSO: No, those Chinese factory TikToks won't help you bypass Trump's tariffs

The Wahoo TRACKR Radar is made in China, unlike the Wahoo BOLT 3 and ROAM 3 GPS devices, which are made in Taiwan and also launched this week. As DC Rainmaker noted, the BOLT 3 has a more reasonable minimum shipping cost of $15.

Screenshots of the checkout page show a note saying, "a service charge has been applied to this product. This charge has been applied to the shipping total." Clicking on the hyperlink takes you to a page on the Wahoo site explaining, "due to recent changes to our global supply chain, we find it necessary to implement a service charge on orders shipping from our US Warehouses," noting how the rising costs have specifically impacted delivery costs.

From this standpoint, it makes sense to bake the added cost into the shipping fee. But it might come as jump-scare for U.S. customers towards the end of their purchase. Retailer REI, which also sells the Wahoo TRACKR Radar, has instead just added the cost increase to the overall price of the device, listing it for $250.

Keep checking Mashable for our latest tariff news and explainers, from delayed Nintendo Switch 2 preorders to reports of iPhone 16 panic buying.

UPDATE: May. 9, 2025, 3:51 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with a statement from Wahoo.

Every now and then, the world blesses us with an opportunity to get money from a giant tech company. This is one of those times.

If you owned a Siri-enabled device and experienced an "unintended Siri activation during a confidential or private communication" between Sept. 17, 2014 and Dec. 31, 2024, you may be eligible for up to $100 in cash from Apple. There's a website where you can read all the specific rules of this class-action settlement and submit claims, with a deadline of July 2. You can submit claims for up to five devices, and there's a payout cap of up to $20 per device, so you could theoretically get as much as $100 from this settlement. Of course, submitting a claim doesn't guarantee you will receive money.

SEE ALSO: Apple is working on a chip for smart glasses, report claims

This is the conclusion of a lawsuit that started in 2019 and ended in January of this year, with Apple agreeing to pay out a $95 million settlement for Siri (and third-party contractors) listening in on private conversations. Apple claims it only gave Siri recordings to those contractors for quality-control testing and never sold anyone's conversations to advertisers.

"Apple has never used Siri data to build marketing profiles, never made it available for advertising, and never sold it to anyone for any purpose," the company said in a statement at the time.

Regardless, some Apple customers can at least get some cash out of it now.

I like live action shows just fine, but I also like the recent trend of making animated spin-offs of popular live action shows. Some, like Star Trek: Lower Decks didn't really do it for me, but this is still an idea with plenty of potential.

SAVE $133: As of May 9, get the 65-inch LG UR9000 4K TV at Amazon for $496.99, down from its usual price of $629.99. That's a discount of 21%.

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$629.99 Save $133 Get Deal

Looking for a new TV to check out all your favorite shows and movies this summer? If you're planning on gathering in your living room all season to be the place everyone gets their binge-watching on, a new screen will make it all the better. And you can get a fantastic deal on an LG TV right now if you head to Amazon.

As of May 9, get the 65-inch LG UR9000 4K TV at Amazon for $496.99, down from its usual price of $629.99. That's $133 off for a discount of 21%.

SEE ALSO: The 50-inch 4-Series Fire TV just hit its lowest price ever by a landslide

The LG UR9000 4K TV boasts upscaling features that can bring your favorite shows into 4K for a more crisp image and lifelike details, with HDR10 support and contrast that helps shows pop off the screen. That means brighter colors and darker shades that feel more realistic.

It's powered by an AI-centred Gen6 processor that handles the upscaling and adjusts the picture using the lighting in the room, so you don't have to worry about manually setting contrast and picture settings on your own. With a 3840 x 2160 resolution and 60Hz refresh rate, it looks great out of the box, but you can tweak the settings further if needed.

The TV also supports LG's webOS, with a swath of over 300 free channels you can surf when there's nothing on TV and Quick Cards that help you move all the apps you use regularly into special categories so you can find them faster.

If it's time to grab a new screen, this LG TV should get you what you're looking for in an affordable package, but be quick. It probably won't last long at this price.

SAVE $90: As of May 9, the Bose Ultra Open earbuds are on sale for just $209 instead of $299 at Amazon in the Diamond 60th anniversary edition color option. That's a savings of 30%.

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$299 Save $90 Get Deal

AirPods and their many doppelgängers aren't for everyone. If you're not a fan of the design or fit and want to try something a bit different, the Bose Ultra Open's unique design might be right up your alley — and they're currently on sale for 30% off.

As of May 9, the Bose Ultra Open earbuds in the Diamond 60th Anniversary Edition colorway are on sale for just $209 at Amazon. That's $90 off their usual cost and just $10 away from their best price on record.

The Ultra Open earbuds keep you in touch with your surroundings while you listen to music, audiobooks, or podcasts. Each earbud loops around the edge of your ear like an earring cuff, rather than going inside your ear canal. The open design (hence the name) makes them a particularly good option for runners, cyclists, or commuters looking to stay aware and alert.

Mashable's reviewer RJ Andersen writes, "Though we were skeptical at first, these buds are extremely comfortable and score top marks for battery life, spatial audio, and sound quality."

The buds clock in at over seven hours of play time and the included charging case offers another 2.5 full charges. Our reviewer found the battery life to be crazy good and right on the money with what Bose claimed.

If you're not into the AirPods-style earbuds and want to try something a little different, the Bose Ultra Open are in a category of their own. Plus, they're $90 cheaper than usual, so why not give them a shot?

SAVE 40%: As of May 9, you can get a 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G55C Series QHD 1000R curved gaming monitor for $179.99, down from $299.99, at Amazon. That's a 40% discount for $120 in savings.

SAMSUNG 27-Inch Odyssey G55C Series QHD 1000R Curved Gaming Monitor, 1ms(MPRT), HDR10, 165Hz, AMD Radeon FreeSync, Eye Care, LS27CG552ENXZA, 2024 $179.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $120 Get Deal

Your gaming experience is only going to be as good as the display you’re playing on, so it might be time for an upgrade. If you’re looking for a bigger and better gaming monitor, Amazon’s got a deal that’s definitely worth checking out.

As of May 9, you can get the 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G55C Series QHD 1000R curved gaming monitor (LS27CG552ENXZA, 2024) for $179.99, down from $299.99, at Amazon. That’s a 40% discount and a $120 savings. If you need an even bigger screen, the 32-inch monitor is $273.38.

SEE ALSO: The best gaming laptops of 2025 for PC gamers

This monitor features QHD resolution with HDR10 support, 1ms response time, and up to a 165Hz refresh rate. The AMD Radeon FreeSync keeps your monitor and graphics card refresh rate in sync to reduce image tearing and stuttering (which basically means that your game will run smoother). Plus, with the 1000R curved display, you’ll feel like you’re really in the game. (We recommend pairing it with some gaming headphones for the ultimate immersive experience.)

Samsung also added an Eye Saver Mode for intense gaming sessions to minimize blue light and reduce eye strain, so you can keep your eyes on the prize.

Finding new shows to watch on Netflix doesn't necessarily mean you need to navigate to the "New and Popular" tab on your app. Sometimes, there are underrated shows that you may not find on popularity charts or get buried under the millions of shows available to stream.

UPDATE: May. 8, 2025, 11:30 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with additional Mother's Day sales from the Google Store, KitchenAid, Motorola, and Therabody.

The best last-minute Mother's Day deals at a glance: The Bouqs Co. Save 30% on select bouquets with code BOUQSDAY Shop Now Ban.do Cowboy Boot Vase $28.95 (Free shipping with Prime) Shop Now Cinemark Theatres gift card $42.50 (save $7.50) Shop Now MasterClass (1-year subscription) $60 (save $60) Get Deal Lego Icons Flower Bouquet Building Set $47.99 (save $12) Get Deal Ninja Creami $199.99 (save $30) Get Deal Amazon Kindle Scribe (16GB) $324.99 (save $75) Get Deal Ban.do 'In My Growing Season' Mug $19.95 (Free shipping with Prime) Shop Now

Mother's Day is just days away (Sunday, May 11), and there are plenty of good sales worth shopping. You can also find plenty of last-minute gift ideas at Amazon, where you can take advantage of that sweet, sweet Prime shipping. You might not be able to buy Mom the one thing she truly deserves — the world, duh — but you can definitely find a good deal on a gift that shows your appreciation for her.

Below, we've rounded up a list of the best Mother's Day sales and gift ideas, including some deals on flowers that should still arrive on time if you hustle. (Amazon's same- and next-day delivery options will be the most forgiving.) Be sure to check shipping times before you hit "purchase."

Mother's Day flower deals

At the time of writing, all online flower delivery services we checked still had slots available for Mother's Day (or the Saturday prior), though you may have to splash out on expedited shipping:

• 1-800-Flowers.com — save up to 40% on select bouquets

• The Bouqs Co. — save 30% on select bouquets with code BOUQSDAY

• FTD — save 10% on all bouquets

• FromYouFlowers.com — save 20% on select bouquets with code 1127

• Urban Stems — save up to 30% on select bouquets

Amazon — shop last-minute deals and gift ideas

The retail giant has thrown together a dedicated Mother's Day storefront featuring myriad gift ideas for different kinds of moms, unique finds from small business, and deals under various price points (including discounted gift cards). You can filter its options by delivery day to make sure your order arrives by Sunday at the latest. There are also flowers available for next-day delivery.

Here are some of the best last-minute Mother's Day deals and gifts we spotted on Amazon:

• "Book Person" Mug — $15.95

• Cricut EasyPress Mini — $39 $69 (save $30)

• Spafinder gift card — $40 $50 (save $10)

• Cinemark Theatres gift card — $42.50 $50 (save $7.50)

• Ulta Beauty egift card — $42.50 $50 (save $7.50 with on-page coupon)

• Lego Icons Flower Bouquet Building Set — $47.99 $59.99 (save $12)

• Beats Studio Pro — $169.95 $349.95 (save $180)

• Amazon Kindle Scribe (16GB) — $324.99 $399.99 (save $75)

• Breville Barista Express — $549.95 $699.95 (save $150)

• Cherry Wine Stopper — $19.95

• Soda Can Vase — $26.95

• Crayon Vase — $26.95

• "Meet Me At the Bookstore" Vase — $26.95

• Popcorn Bag Vase — $28.95

Opens in a new window Credit: Ban.do Ban.do Ceramic Vases Last-minute gift idea Shop Now Bird Buddy — save up to 40% on smart bird feeders and bundles

Bird Buddy's award-winning solar-powered smart bird feeders have built-in species recognition to help you get to know your backyard friends a little better. The company also makes a hummingbird feeder in addition to its two standard (seed) feeders, in case Mom lives somewhere warm. Prices start at $199. And in addition to the official Bird Buddy sale, you can also find these products discounted at Amazon.

Bird Buddy sales Bird Buddy Mother's Day sale Starting at $199 (Save up to 40%) Get Deal Solar Bird Buddy Pro with Perch Extender $278 (Save $50) Get Deal Bird Buddy Pro $229 (Save $137) Get Deal Bose — save up to 25% on select headphones, earbuds, and speakers

Bose's QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds are Mashable's top picks for noise cancellation, combining great ANC with long battery lives and super comfy designs. The brand's Mother's Day sale knocks $30 and $50 off their sticker prices, respectively. Its biggest discount is going to the standard Bose QuietComfort headphones (now just $249, or $100 off), which scrap some of their Ultra counterparts' features and audio modes. Prices start at $99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Mother's Day sale Shop Now Dreame — save up to 56% on select robot vacuums

Giving Mom a robot vacuum is like giving her a permanently shorter to-do list — love that for her. Dreame has discounted several models in its Amazon storefront through May 11, including the X50 Ultra ($340 off), the X40 Ultra ($600 off), the L20 Ultra ($400 off with on-page coupon), and the L10s Ultra ($500 off). They're all self-emptying models that can also mop. Prices start at $159.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dreame Dreame Mother's Day sale Shop Now Garmin — save up to $150 on select smartwatches

Garmin smartwatches range from rugged wearables equipped with workout presets (see: the Venu 3) to elegant timepieces with leather bands and metallic accents (i.e., the Lily 2). Most of the models it has on sale for Mother's Day come with a built-in heart rate monitor, health and wellness features, and a blood oxygen sensor — something that you won't find on modern Apple Watches. Two golfing devices are also discounted as part of the event.

Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Mother's Day sale Shop Now Google Store — save up to $300 on smartphones and wearables

Google has put its entire lineup on sale in honor of Mom. That includes some of our favorite smartphones you can buy right now — the Google Pixel 9a, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold — and the Pixel Tablet, a great iPad alternative. The sale has also takes up to $50 off three Fitbits. One of them, the new Fitbit Charge 6, can be bundled with a pair of Pixel Buds A-Series for a total savings of $100. Prices start at $59.

Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Store Mother's Day sale Shop Now KitchenAid — save up to $130 on select countertop appliances

In the off-chance Mom doesn't already have a trusty KitchenAid stand mixer, you can snag one for her in a rainbow of colors for as low as $249.99 during the brand's Mother's Day sale (live through May 11). Attachments for it, like a pasta roller and a veggie spiralizer, are also marked down by up to 30%.

Opens in a new window Credit: KitchenAid KitchenAid Mother's Day sale Shop Now MasterClass — save 50% on subscriptions

One of our favorite digital gifts, a MasterClass subscription unlocks a huge catalog of online courses taught by celebrities and industry leaders. (For example, Miss Magnolia herself, Joanna Gaines, leads a class about home design.) Annual plans usually cost $120 to $240, depending on the tier, but they're all half off through May 11.

Opens in a new window Credit: MasterClass MasterClass Mother's Day sale Shop Now Motorola — save up to $400 on select smartphones

Time is a flat circle, and the phones that were cool when Mom was young are, indeed, cool again. Motorola's Mother's Day sale slaps discounts across its lineup. Notably, last year's Razr flip phone comes with a free matching case worth $50 on top of a $100 discount, and preorders for the just-announced Razr Ultra foldable are $200 off. Prices start at only $169.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Motorola Motorola Mother's Day sale Shop Now Ninja — save up to 25% on select kitchen appliances and cookware

Red alert: Ninja's jam-packed Mother's Day sale includes deals on the mega-popular Creami frozen treat maker ($30 off) and a bundle that pairs the upgraded Creami Deluxe with a waffle maker — homemade ice cream sandwiches, anyone? Other Mother's Day deals on Ninja kitchen appliances and cookware start at $129.99. Plus, you can take an extra 10% off any spare accessories using the coupon code SPECIAL10.

Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Mother's Day sale Shop Now Solawave — save up to 35% on red light therapy kits

Kits bundling Solawave's red light therapy devices with serums, creams, or face masks start at just $99 during its Mother's Day sale. We're huge fans of the original Solawave wand, which our reviewer called "way more convenient and budget-friendly" than other light therapy devices, and "a great tool that has definitely changed my skin for the better."

Opens in a new window Credit: SolaWave Solawave Mother's Day sale Shop Now T3 — save up to $100 on select hair tools

T3's Aire 360 multi-styler and Aire IQ hair dryer are some of our favorite dupes for Dyson's pricey Airwrap and Supersonic Nural, respectively. Its Mother's Day sale drops their prices by up to 25%, starting at $249.99. (Meanwhile, neither Dyson hair tool is on sale right now.)

Opens in a new window Credit: T3 T3 Mother's Day sale Shop Now Therabody — save up to $100 on select massage guns and skincare devices

The star of Therabody's Mother's Day sale is the Mashable Choice Award-winning TheraFace Pro, which our reviewer deemed "the ultimate 'it girl' skincare tool." It's 25% off during the event, and its swappable Hot and Cold Ring attachments are 20% off. Prices start at $79.

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SAVE $20: As of May 9, get the Roku Ultra for $79.99, down from its usual price of $99.99. That's a 20% discount.

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$99.99 Save $20 Get Deal

A great streaming device is easy to set up, perfectly portable, and powerful enough to handle whatever you want to throw at it, whether that's streaming in 4K, offering audio options like Dolby Atmos, and the ability to use just about any app you need. The Roku Ultra delivers all that and then some, and it's on sale right now. Summer's here, and if you're planning a vacation where you want to take your shows and movies with you or just staying inside to beat the heat, you should make sure your streaming situation is on lock.

As of May 9, get the Roku Ultra for $79.99, down from its usual price of $99.99. That's $20 off and a 20% discount.

The Roku Ultra is a 4K streaming device tha supports HDR10+, Dolby vision, Dolby Atmos, and Wi-Fi 6. It's also 30% faster than the previous Roku playesr before it, so apps are snappier and menus load quicker than before.

The Roku itself is about the size of an Apple TV, so it's unobtrusive, and it comes with a Roku remote that you can use to control your streams via voice or dedicated buttons. The Roku Voice Remote Pro even has a lost remote finder if you happen to misplace it.

This is a much more powerful, full-featured version of whatever Roku you may have been using prior, or other streaming device, with more reasons to make it your main platform if you aren't planning on heading out with it. It's also handy for travel given its smaller size. But with $20 off, it's a good time to go ahead and lock yours in if you're interested, especially if you have some binge-watching to do this summer.

SAVE 20%: As of May 9, you can get the Fitbit Inspire 3 for $79.95, down from $99.95, at Amazon. That's a 20% discount for $20 in savings.

Fitbit Inspire 3 Health & Fitness Tracker (Midnight Zen/Black) $78.90 at Walmart
$89.95 Save $11.05 Get Deal

Each day is a fresh opportunity to get up and try again, and that goes for your fitness, too. Adding a smartwatch to your routines could be a helpful hand in reaching your desired goals — and today's deal might just be your sign that it's time to try one out.

As of May 9, you can get the Fitbit Inspire 3 at Amazon for $79.95, which is $20 cheaper than the original price of $99.95. It’s also just $10 more than its lowest price ever.

SEE ALSO: The Fitbit Inspire 3 is the budget-friendly fitness tracker of our dreams

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is a basic fitness tracker, but it has a lot of features for the price. You can track your steps, heart rate, sleep (you’ll get a personalized sleep profile), and activity levels. There’s also a Daily Readiness Score to help you start each day with a plan, based on your body and the stats of the day before. Plus, you’ll get a six-month Premium Fitbit membership with your purchase if you’re a new or returning Fitbit Premium customer.

The battery can last up to 10 days, depending on usage. Plus, you can get call and text notifications on your wrist. The smart wake vibrating alarm is also a nice touch.

SAVE 17%: As of May 9, you can get the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 for $189, down from $229, at Amazon. That's a 17% discount and a $40 savings.

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds (Hazel) $189 at Best Buy
$229 Save $40 Get Deal

Finding a good pair of earbuds that are also noise-cancelling isn’t the easiest task, especially if you’re trying to get something that’s high-end but not break-the-bank expensive.

Right now, you can get the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 for $189, down from $229, at Amazon. That’s a 17% discount and a $40 savings. It’s also just $10 more than the lowest price we’ve tracked, which was right before Black Friday.

SEE ALSO: Google Pixel Buds review: Android gets a worthy AirPods rival

These buds come in multiple color options (the price doesn’t change with color) and you’ll get four size options, a charging case, and a quick-start guide in the box. They’re also built to be comfortable, secure, and compatible with Google AI. The Tensor A1 chip (the very first to come in an earbud) powers “twice the ANC” and “delivers premium sound,” according to the product description. You can even “lock in” during workouts by adjusting the twist-to-adjust stabilizer.

The Conversation Detection feature pauses your music and switches your earbuds to Transparency Mode whenever you’re talking, so you don’t have to fumble around with the controls to hear what’s going on. And when you’re ready to start listening again, your music will pick up where it left off (you can get 30 hours of listening time on a single charge).

PRE-ORDER NOW: As of May 9, you can pre-order the newly announced Pixar Lamp Lego set from Lego's website. It costs $69.99, and will ship out by June 1, 2025.

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If you're a fan of Lego and Pixar, the perfect intersection of your interests just dropped: Lego just announced a new set that recreates the iconic Pixar Lamp (also known as Luxo Jr.) that we all know and love from the opening credits of the popular animation studio's films. It even comes with the cute little star-branded ball that you can place the lamp on to get the full effect.

The Pixar Lamp Lego set is currently available to pre-order on Lego's website for $69.99, and it'll ship out by June 1, 2025. It's going to look fantastic on your bookshelf.

SEE ALSO: Building the 'Twilight' Lego set was the therapy session I didn’t know I needed

The set comes with 613 pieces in total, and of course includes a handy instruction booklet to guide you along the building process. Once the set is complete, you'll have a fully functional Pixar Lamp that can hinge and rotate like a real desk lamp. You'll also be able to build the Disney Pixar Ball that we mentioned above, which contains some fun hidden Easter eggs from movies like Ratatouille, The Incredibles, Toy Story, and more.

Pre-order yours starting today for just $69.99 on Lego's website — you can expect it to arrive to your door by June 1.

If you want to clean up your desk with one charging station that can do a little bit of everything, we have you covered. The Anker 9-in-1 (100W) charging station can charge phones and power laptops, has USB-C and AC outlets, doubles as a surge protector, and is currently on sale for under $36.

Research has shown that DEI initiatives can be helpful in improving a variety of employee and organizational outcomes, including access to new markets and innovation. But many recent DEI efforts have fallen short because their execution is outdated. To make these initiatives work better for everyone, start by rethinking your approach in three areas: Metrics. […]

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A decent mini PC can power your homelab, stand in for a large desktop tower, or serve as the vessel for whatever weird Linux project you're pursuing. But mini PCs aren't portable. At least, most of them aren't.

Luxury sedans and budget-friendly prices usually live in different zip codes—but not always. If you know where to look, you’ll find used gems that still turn heads and feel anything but dated.

Get ready, Samsung Galaxy users. The next big update for your phone might be closer than you think. According to a report, Samsung will be kicking off the One UI 8 beta program (based on Android 16) sooner than anticipated.

Clicking and dragging the fill handle in Microsoft Excel to create a numbered list is unreliable, non-dynamic, and time-consuming, especially if the list is lengthy. Instead, you can combine two of Excel's most straightforward functions to make the program do the work for you.

SAVE $20: As of May 9, Best Buy is offering Backbone One carrying cases for just $5 ($20 off the original price). The deal is only live for one day, though, so act fast.

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$24.99 Save $20 Get Deal

Cloud gaming is looking more promising than ever, with big-name companies like Xbox and PlayStation doubling down on remote play capabilities that you can enjoy from anywhere. But the marquee brands aren't the only ones taking the cloud gaming scene by storm — Backbone is also at the forefront of it all, and they just announced the release of their latest device in the Backbone Pro.

SEE ALSO: Gaming starter kit: All the gear you need to play like a real gamer

But if you were an early adopter like us and picked up the original Backbone One, you'll want to take advantage of this deal while you can — Best Buy is offering Backbone One carrying cases for just $5, which is $20 off the original price. If you find yourself taking your controller with you on the go quite often (which you should), grabbing a case at this price is a no-brainer. Just act quickly, though, because this is a one-day-only deal.

The Backbone One is meant to follow you wherever you go. It snaps easily onto your smartphone, and from there, you can start playing games via the cloud (if you have WiFi), or any titles you have downloaded to the device itself. Because it plugs directly into your phone, you'll never need to charge it. You can also record gameplay straight from the controller, and it has a convenient 3.5mm headphone jack. Pick up one of the carrying cases, and your Backbone setup will be complete (and only cost you $5).

SAVE $140: As of May 9, the Amazon 50-inch 4-Series Fire TV is on sale for just $259.99, down from $399.99. That's 35% in savings and its lowest price to date.

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$399.99 Save $140 Get Deal

It's a busy season for TV. There's the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs and the NBA playoffs, new seasons of shows like Poker Face and You, and a ton of great films coming to streaming like Black Bag and Drop. If you want to make the most of your time in front of the old tube, an upgrade may be in order. Now happens to be a great time, as Amazon is running a Fire TV Spotlight sale.

As of May 9, you can pick up the newish 50-inch 4-Series Fire TV at Amazon for just $259.99. That's a massive $140 or 35% discount and its lowest price on record by a landslide.

SEE ALSO: Score Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Max for under $40

The latest 4-series model dropped in Nov. 2024 and features an ultraslim bezel that fades into the background, which makes whatever you're watching even more immersive. Otherwise, it's just a newer rendition of Amazon's most popular smart TV. It supports 4K Ultra HD, HDR10, HLG, and Dolby Digital Plus. For the uninitiated, that's code for vivid color, brightness, and clarity.

It also features four HDMI inputs to connect all of your gaming and audio peripherals and comes with the Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced, which is not your average remote. The Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced can control compatible soundbars and speakers, jump into apps with preset buttons, and control compatible smart home devices with a click. You can ask Alexa to check the weather, play music, dim the lights, or show your front doorbell camera.

While it doesn't double as artwork like the Omni QLED Series, the 4-Series is still a very good-looking TV. And at just $259.99 for a 50-inch, it's practically a steal.