February 21, 2026
The 7 best e-readers to buy: Comparing 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 2026? I'm regularly testing new e-readers (and tablets) and cycling through different models to stay up to date on the best options
February 21, 2026
I tested every Kindle to find the absolute best Amazon e-reader
To find the best Kindle for your library, Mashable tested and reviewed Amazon's latest e-readers. Compare the Kindle, Kindle Kids, Paperwhite, and Scribe.In the Venn diagram of tablets and books, our favorite e-readers fall perfectly in the middle. They're thin and portable like a tablet, but withou
February 21, 2026
AI without the cloud? Get lifetime access to Pansophy’s local AI desktop assistant for $59.97.
Get lifetime access to Pansophy’s fully local AI desktop assistant for $59.97 — private, unlimited, and cloud-free through Feb. 22.TL;DR: Pansophy runs AI entirely on your computer with no cloud, no tokens, and no subscriptions — lifetime access is $59.97 (reg. $199) through Feb. 22.
February 21, 2026
Sony’s first clip-style buds sound fabulous, but is that enough to justify their price?
Sony’s LinkBuds Clip favor pastel colors and an all-plastic construction over metallic accents and exotic materials like titanium. These are some of the best-sounding open-ear wireless earbuds you can buy.Sony’s no stranger to the open-ear category — its original LinkBuds were one of the first you c
February 21, 2026
This Apple MacBook Air is down to under $200 in a limited-time deal
Save on an Apple MacBook Air 2017 with a 13.3-inch display, Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 128GB SSD, on sale for $199.97 (reg. $999).TL;DR: A quality refurbished Apple MacBook Air from 2017 with a 13.3-inch display, Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB SSD is on sale for $199.97 (reg. $999).
February 21, 2026
The 12 best Windows laptops for 2026
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 is the best Windows laptop we've tested. See how it compares to other Windows 11 laptops.As of February 2026, I think the best Windows laptop for most people is the 13.8-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 powered by the Snapdragon X Elite chip. It's a stylish workhorse wi
February 21, 2026
The MS Office and Windows 11 Pro bundle is just $45 for a couple of days
Get Microsoft Office 2021 Professional and Windows 11 Pro for just $44.97 with lifetime licenses before this limited-time bundle after Feb. 22.TL;DR: Score lifetime licenses to Office 2021 Pro and Windows 11 Pro for $44.97 (reg. $418.99) — but only through Feb. 22.
February 20, 2026
OpenAI may sell $300 smart speaker with camera — in 2027
OpenAI is working on a smart speaker with facial recognition, according to a major new report. Meta and Apple are working faster.It's no secret that OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is losing money at a rapid clip. Some estimates suggest the company will run out of cash sometime in 2027 — and eve
February 20, 2026
AI apps on the Google Play store are leaking customer data and photos
An investigation has uncovered unsecured AI apps hosted on the Google Play store have been slowly leaking customer data, including emails, IDs, and personal videos and photos.Not every AI tool you stumble across in your phone's app marketplace is the same. In fact, many of them may be more of a priv
February 20, 2026
‘AI injury attorneys’ sue ChatGPT in another AI psychosis case
AI injury lawyers have filed a new lawsuit against OpenAI over an AI Psychosis case.Yet another lawsuit has been filed against OpenAI over "AI psychosis," or mental health issues allegedly caused or worsened by AI chatbots like ChatGPT.The latest lawsuit, from Morehouse College student Darian DeCrui
February 20, 2026
Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs 6-3. Tech stocks rally, but will prices drop?
Many of President Trump's sweeping tariffs have been struck down in a 6-3 decision from the Supreme Court. What does the decision mean for consumers?The Supreme Court struck down one of President Donald Trump's signature accomplishments on Friday, ruling 6-3 that the president lacked the authority t
February 20, 2026
Snag an 85-inch TCL Class T7 Series 4K TV for $400 less at Amazon
SAVE 29%: As of Feb. 20, you can get the 85-inch TCL Class T7 Series 4K QLED Smart TV for just $999.99, down from $1,399.99, at Amazon. That's a 29% discount or $400 in savings. 85-inch TCL Class T7 Series 4K QLED Smart TV$999.99 at Amazon$1,399.99 Save $400Get Deal at AmazonIf you want to maximize
February 20, 2026
An Amazon Web Services disruption in December was triggered by AI tools, report claims. Amazon disputes claims.
A report from the Financial Times claims that a December Amazon Web Services disruption was caused by AI, which AWS disputes.As major companies around the world start incorporating AI into virtually all aspects of their operation, things are bound to get a little wonky from time to time.That's repor
February 20, 2026
Take $100 off MSIs stunning 49-inch curved OLED gaming monitor
The MSI MPG 491CQP 49-inch curved OLED gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $749.99, saving gamers $100.SAVE $100: As of Feb. 20, the MSI MPG 491CQP 49-inch curved OLED gaming monitor is on sale for $749.99 at Amazon. That's $100 or 12% off its current list price.
February 20, 2026
Save over $600 on LGs dual-mode OLED gaming monitor
SAVE 32%: As of Feb. 20, you can get the LG Ultragear 5K2K OLED Curved Gaming Monitor (45GX950A-B) for $1,350.18, down from $1,999.99, at Amazon. That's a 32% discount or $649.81 savings. LG Ultragear 5K2K OLED Curved Gaming Monitor (45GX950A-B) $1,350.18 at Amazon$1,999.99 Save $649.81Get Deal at A
February 20, 2026
How hackers are stealing millions from ATMs, FBI warns
The FBI has warned about hackers stealing millions from ATMs.The FBI warned that hackers are successfully stealing millions from ATMs — and the attacks are becoming more frequent. The FBI warned that the increase in ATM jackpotting — which is exactly what it sounds like — is a result of both physica
February 20, 2026
The 3 best TV deals to shop this weekend: Save up to 50% on Samsung, LG, Hisense
Save up to 50% on a new TV this weekend with these deals on Samsung, LG, and Hisense models at Amazon. The top 3 TV deals this weekend at a glance: LG LG 75-Inch 85A QNED Mini LED 4K TV
February 20, 2026
The Logitech G435 wireless gaming headset is at its best price in 2026 — save $40 on Amazon
TL;DR: The Logitech G435 Lightspeed wireless gaming headset has dropped to $39.99 at Amazon, down from $79.99 — marking its best price of the year so far. Opens in a new window Credit: Logitech Logitech G
February 20, 2026
JBL Endurance Race 2 earbuds have hit a record-low price at Amazon — save over $30
As of Feb. 20, the purple JBL Endurance Race 2 are on sale at Amazon for $47.44, 41% off their list price of $79.95SAVE OVER $30: As of Feb. 20, JBL Endurance Race 2 earbuds have returned to their lowest-ever price of $47.44 at Amazon. This 41% discount saves you $32.51 on the list price.
February 20, 2026
The Samsung 65-inch Class S84F OLED 4K TV is over $1,000 off at Best Buy — only hours left to score this deal
As of Feb. 20, Best Buy has slashed $1,100 off the price of the Samsung 65-inch Class S84F OLED 4K TV as part of its Deal of the Day, dropping its price from $1,999.99 to $899.99.SAVE OVER $1,000: As of Feb. 20, Best Buy has dropped the price of the Samsung 65-inch Class S84F OLED 4K TV to $899.99 a
February 20, 2026
Kindle Scribe 3rd Generation: A much-needed improvement among Amazons e-readers
Amazon finally updated the Kindle Scribe, and it's now a much faster and better looking e-reader. But we still don't love its price.Another year, another Kindle Scribe. The Scribe is the Amazon Kindle's largest e-reader and the only one with writing capabilities. Historically, the Kindle Scribe is j
February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026
Get ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and more in one dashboard for a flat $75
Compare 25+ top AI models side by side and get unlimited lifetime access to ChatPlayground AI for $74.97 with code SAVE4.TL;DR: Get lifetime access to ChatPlayground AI for $74.97 with code SAVE4 through Feb. 22 (reg. $619) and compare outputs from 25+ leading AI models in one place.
February 19, 2026
Wired cover on techs gay mafia ignites controversy
'Wired' magazine writes about a Silicon Valley 'gay mafia' with some unusual imagery. The internet does its thing.Breaking news: There are gay people in positions of power in Silicon Valley in 2026. That not-so-surprising fact is the center of Wired's latest cover story, which hit the internet Thurs