January 16, 2026
3 things The Pitt episode 8:00 AM gets right about AI in medicine, and 1 big thing it gets wrong
"The Pitt" Season 2, episode 2 "8:00 AM" tackles AI in medicine, with one doctor claiming it's 98 percent accurate.People keep telling me to watch The Pitt, and now that the show is tackling generative AI in healthcare, I must. As Mashable's tech editor, I field a lot of questions about generative A
January 16, 2026
I found 5 Dyson Supersonic dupes that are almost as good as the real thing
Our beauty tech expert chose the top Dyson Supersonic alternatives from L'Oreal, Shark, and more. Here's what worth shopping during 2026.The often-imitated hair dryer has a lot of copycats that dupe Dyson's signature look but skimp on quality. A good rule of thumb: Avoid the $40 Amazon knockoffs tha
January 16, 2026
How bad was the Verizon outage? Really bad.
As the Verizon outage dragged on, it entered the history books. Here's how bad it was.Here's the first thing mobile network experts want you to know when taking stock of the great Verizon service outage of January 2026. It won't be the last — and that being on AT&T or T-Mobile won't make you immune
January 16, 2026
Get the best of both worlds with this Microsoft Office license for Mac
TL;DR: Introduce your Mac to Microsoft favorites with this Microsoft Office Home and Business for Mac 2021 lifetime license, on sale now for just $49.97 (reg. $219). Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft
January 15, 2026
The 5 best noise-cancelling earbuds include the most comfortable buds weve ever tested
We tested the best noise-canceling earbuds to find the truly elite. Here are the top buds from Bose, Sony, Apple, and Beats.Every top brand has its own take on ANC earbuds, each with a unique style and a plethora of features. Since you can't possibly try all the latest earbuds, the Mashable team has
January 15, 2026
Dont break the bank: The best budget earbuds, tested by our audio experts
Our experts vetted the best budget wireless earbuds of 2026. Here are the best cheap models from Bose, Apple, and Skullcandy.A pair of cheap earbuds is a compact alternative to over-the-ear headphones, but let's be clear, just because these earbuds are affordable, it doesn't mean they skimp on featu
January 15, 2026
The best noise-cancelling headphones for flying: 8 picks to improve your travel experience
We tested the most popular noise-cancelling headphones and earbuds to find the best for flying — here are our top 8 picks.What are the best noise-cancelling headphones for flying?Noise-cancelling headphones are at their most useful on airplanes. It's difficult to find a moment's peace when so much i
January 15, 2026
Elon Musks X bans InfoFi crypto projects for posting AI slop and reply spam
X is banning crypto apps that reward users for posting on the platform.After finally making moves to stop its Grok AI from creating nonconsensual sexualized images and CSAM, Elon Musk's X has announced another major platform overhaul today.X's head of product Nikita Bier announced on Thursday that t
January 15, 2026
Verizon outage today: Verizon reveals how to fix ongoing issues, offers $20 credit
Verizon issues an apology following mass outage, offers $20 credit to affected customers to cover lost service time.On the morning after a day of massive, countrywide outages for Verizon customers, the telecom giant has offered an apology and a little bit of credit to address the loss of service. In
January 15, 2026
Verizon outage cause revealed
Verizon issues first statement about the cause of massive, countrywide outage.Verizon has confirmed that the extreme service outage was not caused by a cybersecurity breach but was some kind of software problem. Details are still being reported. "This was a software issue and we are conducting a ful
January 15, 2026
Stay prepared with $600 off the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station
As of Jan. 15, get $600 off the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station.SAVE $600: As of Jan. 15, get the DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station for $699 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,299. That's a discount of 46% and the lowest price we've seen. Opens
January 15, 2026
Google increases Gemini usage limit. How it will work.
Google is giving Gemini subscribers new higher daily prompt limits.If you pay for the $19.99 per month Google AI Pro plan or the whopping $250 monthly fee for a Google AI Ultra subscription, your account just received a big upgrade.As noticed by 9to5Google, Google has announced that it is upgrading
January 15, 2026
Apple will refine Gemini for Siri use on its own, report says
More details have emerged surrounding the partnership between Apple and Google, set to build the new, smarter Siri.Apple — the world's number one smartphone maker — will retain a great deal of oversight on its Apple Intelligence-powered Siri upgrade, despite its headline-making deal with Google, acc
January 15, 2026
Samsungs 77-inch entry-level OLED 4K TV dropped an extra $100 since Monday
The Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV is on sale for $1,497.99 at Amazon, which is more than half off its list price.SAVE $1,502: As of Jan. 15, the Samsung 77-inch S85F OLED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon for $1,497.99. That's over $1,500 off its list price and matches its all-time low Black Friday price
January 15, 2026
Set off on your fitness journey with $24 off of a Renpho Smart Scale
As of Jan. 15, save $24 on a Renpho Smart Scale at Amazon.SAVE $24: As of Jan. 15, get the Renpho Smart Scale for $39.99, down from its usual price of $63.99. That's a discount of 38% and the lowest price we've seen. Opens in a new window
January 15, 2026
Done with Verizon? Here are the best new customer deals at Mint Mobile, AT&T, and T-Mobile
With Verizon's outages, you might be ready to switch mobile carriers. If so, here are the best deals to shop at Mint Mobile, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Best new customer mobile deals Mint Mobile Shop unlimited
January 15, 2026
The DJI Osmo Mobile 7 has never been this affordable — upgrade your content creation with this $30 savings
SAVE $30: The DJI Osmo Mobile 7 is on sale at Amazon for $59, down from the list price of $89. That's a 34% discount and a record-low price at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Mobile 7
January 15, 2026
Apples iPhone 17e will get Dynamic Island, report claims
Apple's iPhone 17e, likely coming this spring, is getting a big display upgrade.Apple's iPhone 17e might be getting a big display upgrade. The original "e" iPhone — the iPhone 16e, which launched in February 2025 — was an affordable iPhone variant with a powerful chip, but with no MagSafe and a disp
January 15, 2026
Spotify is raising prices yet again. Heres how much and when.
Spotify is raising Premium prices once again.Spotify Premium is about to become more expensive. The company announced the change in a blog post Thursday, saying it's updating the price of Spotify Premium in the U.S., Estonia, and Latvia. And when Spotify updates prices, it's typically upwards. The c
January 15, 2026
The Samsung Odyssey G5 ultra-wide gaming monitor just dropped to under $300 at Amazon
TL;DR: The Samsung 34-inch Odyssey G5 ultra-wide gaming monitor is down to $279.99 at Amazon. This deal saves you $120 off its original $399.99 price. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 34-inch
January 15, 2026
Is the Coros Apex 4 battery life a competitive advantage for multi-day events?
Is the Coros Apex 4 battery life a competitive advantage in multi-day training? Features, price, and where to buy.If you're into long, multi-day sports events, a fitness tracker with a good battery life is essential. And we’re not talking about 11 hours in GPS mode before you’re reaching for the por
January 15, 2026
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus just got its first discount of the year — save $15
Get the best Fire Stick deal at Amazon. Save 30% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus at Amazon.SAVE $15: As of Jan. 15, the Amazon Fire Stick 4K Plus is on sale for $34.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window
January 15, 2026
The Kindle Scribe is down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $140
Find the best Kindle Scribe deal at Amazon. Save 31% on the Kindle Scribe at Amazon.SAVE $140: As of Jan. 15, the Kindle Scribe is on sale for $309.99 at Amazon. That's a discount of 31% on the list price. Opens in a new window Cred
January 15, 2026
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 2026? I'm regularly testing new e-readers (and tablets) and cycling through different models to stay up to date on the best options