December 6, 2025
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) vs. Sony WH-1000xM6: Which headphones should you buy?
We tested both the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) and the Sony WH-1000xM6 headphones to see which ones come out on top.Credit: Alex Bracetti / MashableBose remains the king of ANC and spatial audioThe QC Ultra (Gen 2) have category-leading noise cancellation. Bose upgraded its ANC algorithm and mic
December 6, 2025
This $400 MacBook Air M1 offer feels too sensible to ignore
TL;DR: A Grade A refurbished MacBook Air M1 (2020) that still handles everyday tasks beautifully is just $399.99 (MSRP $999). Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air (2020) 13" M1 8CPU 8GPU
December 6, 2025
The 60+ best Christmas gifts for 2025: Find unique gift ideas youd never think of on your own
To find the best Christmas gifts, Mashable reporters and editors review products all year long, and we love recommending holiday gift ideas.Ready or not, the holiday shopping season is underway. Choosing the best Christmas gifts for the ones you love is either an epic quest that you look forward to
December 6, 2025
Roku is killing Photo Streams, ending personal pics as screensavers
Roku users will still be able to feature their favorite pics on their TV, but it's getting more complicated.TV streamer Roku recently announced it's ending Photo Streams in early 2026 and replacing it with something called Backdrops, which limits personal photo options but includes a library of artw
December 6, 2025
The 8-in-1 EDC is the gift they didn’t see coming — and it’s just $20
A clever 8-in-1 keyring cable that charges, organizes, and simplifies life on the go — just $19.97 with on-time holiday shipping through Dec. 14.TL;DR: A compact 8-in-1 keyring GoCable that charges fast, organizes neatly, and solves everyday tech moments — on sale for the holidays for just $19.97 (M
December 5, 2025
Study reveals poetic prompting can sometimes jailbreak AI models
AI models can be easily misled by poetic language, revealing a major safety vulnerability in current LLMs.Well, AI is joining the ranks of many, many people: It doesn't really understand poetry.Research from Italy’s Icaro Lab found that poetry can be used to jailbreak AI and skirt safety protections
December 5, 2025
Feds investigate Waymo robotaxis for reportedly passing school buses in Austin
Waymo robotaxis are reportedly under investigation for illegally passing school buses in Austin, Texas.Waymo robotaxis have been providing public rides in Austin, Texas since March, and following safety incidents with school buses, Austin school district officials have asked the company to stop offe
December 5, 2025
Garmins best running watches are on sale for the holidays, starting at $149
Amazon has slashed prices up to $250 on Garmin Forerunner, Venu, and fēnix watches for the holidays! Get a GPS running watch starting at just $149.99.GET UP TO $250 OFF: The Garmin Holiday Sale is live, with huge discounts up to $250 off watches, including the Forerunner 55 and the fēnix 8. Prices s
December 5, 2025
New Android malware threat can wipe your bank account
There's a new malicious way for bad actors to get access to your bank account using Android.Android users, be careful about where your apps come from.That's because there's a new and very sinister-sounding kind of malware going around on Google's mobile OS, according to the fraud prevention experts
December 5, 2025
We found the only PS5 console bundles still at Black Friday prices
As of Dec. 5, get these PS5 console bundles on sale for their Black Friday prices.SAVE UP TO $100.99: As of Dec. 5, save $100 on these PlayStation 5 console bundles, still available at their Black Friday prices. Get the PlayStation 5 Console 825GB - Fortnite Flowering Chaos Bundle for $100.99 off at
December 5, 2025
Snag a Google Pixel 10 for its lowest price yet
SAVE $200: As of Dec. 5, get the Google Pixel 10 (Unlocked, 256GB) for $699 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $899. That's a discount of 22% and the lowest price we've seen. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon
December 5, 2025
Every way to watch the World Cup draw live online for free
Donald Trump, The Village People, Shaq — the 2026 World Cup draw will have everything. Here's how to watch the World Cup Draw online for free via Fox One.The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner and today, Dec. 5, is a big day on the road to the biggest event in sports.At 12 p.m. ET, live from t
December 5, 2025
Get a PlayStation VR2 bundle for only $299
As of Dec. 5, you can get the PlayStation VR2 'Horizon Call of the Mountain' bundle for $299.99, down from $399.99. That's a $100 savings.SAVE 25%: As of Dec. 5, you can get the PlayStation VR2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle for $299.99, down from $399.99. That's a 25% discount and a $100 savin
December 5, 2025
Get your game on with the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 X headset for just $35 at Woot
SAVE $25: As of Dec. 5, get the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 X for $34.99 at Woot, down from its usual price of $59.99. That's a discount of 42%. Opens in a new window Credit: Woot Razer Kraken Kitty V3 X
December 5, 2025
You can still buy Bose QuietComfort headphones for 49% off at Amazon
SAVE 49%: As of Dec. 5, you can get the Bose QuietComfort Headphones (with ANC) for just $179, down from $349, at Amazon. That's a 49% discount and a $170 price cut.Bose QuietComfort Headphones (with ANC)$179 at Best Buy$359 Save $180Get Deal at Best BuyGet Deal at AmazonYou don't need to splurge on
December 5, 2025
EU fines Elon Musks X $140 million for lack of transparency
Elon Musk's X was fined $140M for lack of transparency in a landmark EU decision.The European Commission on Friday issued a landmark €120 million fine to Elon Musk-owned X for breaching transparency requirements of the Digital Services Act (DSA).The fine, the equivalent of about $140 million and the
December 5, 2025
Tesla launches cheaper Model 3 in Europe
Tesla has launched a stripped-down, cheaper variant of its Model 3 in Europe.Tesla's cheapest Model 3 is now available in Europe.The company started offering a stripped-down version of the model across its European markets on Friday, notifying its users via an in-app message. SEE ALSO:Tesla just dro
December 5, 2025
Gemini 3 Deep Think rolls out to paid subscribers
After launching Gemini 3 in late November, Google is rolling out its latest Deep Think mode to AI Ultra subscribers.Now available in the Gemini app for anyone shelling out $250 a month for the pro plan, Gemini 3 Deep Think is the supercharged mode of Google's latest large language model (LLM), desig
December 5, 2025
AirPods Pro 3 vs. Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: Which wireless earbuds should you buy?
We compare the AirPods Pro 3 and the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 to see which comes out on top as the best wireless earbuds you can buy.Credit: Alex Bracetti / MashableExpect greater ANC and sound from the AirPods Pro 3Apple made noise cancellation on the AirPods Pro 3 stronger than their predecessor, an
December 5, 2025
100TB of cloud space means no more stressing about digital storage
Get lifetime access to 100TB of ultra-secure Internxt Cloud Storage for just $974.97 during Cyber Week — a massive 90% off offer through Dec. 14.TL;DR: 100TB of ultra-secure, private Internxt cloud storage for life — no monthly fees, no storage stress, just massive space and peace of mind at 90% off
December 5, 2025
The tiny smartphone that somehow does it all is on sale for $85
Grab the credit-card-sized NanoPhone for just $84.97 with free shipping — a fun, fully functional mini smartphone on sale through Dec. 7.TL;DR: The NanoPhone is a credit-card-sized smartphone that’s surprisingly practical and undeniably fun — perfect as a quirky tech gift while the limited-time $84.
December 5, 2025
The 7 best e-readers to buy: Testing Kindles, Kobos, iPads, and more
See the best e-readers we've tested, with options from Kindle, Kobo, and the tablet world. Grab an e-reader and hit your reading goals.So, what is the best e-reader for 2025? I'm regularly testing new e-readers (and tablets) and cycling through different models to stay up to date on the best options
December 5, 2025
Yep, Cloudflare died again. Heres what happened.
Cloudflare is having another outage on Friday.Cloudflare is down again, and the internet is affected — but unlike last time, this outage seems to have been quickly fixed. Users started reporting issues with Cloudflare early on Friday, with Downdetector showing a spike in outage reports for the servi
December 5, 2025
DJI to U.S. government: Dont ban us, answer us
Drone maker DJI pleads with the U.S. government to respond to them.Is the Trump administration about to be the Grinch that stole sales of most drones just before Christmas?There's a Dec. 23 deadline looming for DJI, which makes 90 percent of the world's drones, to pass an audit from the U.S. governm