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We may earn a commission from links on this page. A good kitchen appliance should last you years. And like any long-term relationship, you want to make sure it’s the right fit before you invest your time or money into it. Right now, with Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, you have an opportunity to start a relationship with a kitchen appliance you’ve been flirting with, and at prices that feel less risky. Here are some of my favorite discounts popping up this week. Vitamix Ascent X3 Blender, Professional-Grade, 3 Preset Blending Programs, 48-ounce Container, Self-Cleaning, Shadow Black $549.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $649.95 Save $100.00 Get Deal Get Deal $549.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $649.95 Save $100.00 Cuisinart Air Fryer + Convection Toaster Oven, 8-1 Oven with Bake, Grill, Broil & Warm Options, Stainless Steel, TOA-70 $139.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $229.95 Save $90.00 Get Deal Get Deal $139.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $229.95 Save $90.00 Instant Vortex 5.7-Quart 4-in-1 Air Fryer (Black) $83.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $139.99 Save $56.00 Get Deal Get Deal $83.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $139.99 Save $56.00 Instant Pot 6.5 Quart Duo Crisp Ultimate Lid with WIFI, 13-in-1 Air Fryer and Pressure Cooker Combo, Sauté, Slow Cook, Bake, Steam, Warm, Roast, Dehydrate, Sous Vide, & More, Includes App with Recipes $159.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $229.95 Save $69.96 Get Deal Get Deal $159.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $229.95 Save $69.96 Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY 14 Cup Food Processor $199.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.95 Save $50.00 Get Deal Get Deal $199.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.95 Save $50.00 Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY 14 Cup Food Processor $199.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.95 Save $50.00 Get Deal Get Deal $199.95 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.95 Save $50.00 SEE 3 MORE Vitamix Ascent X3Whenever big sales like these roll around, it’s completely normal to ask yourself if today is the day to finally splurge on a Vitamix blender. I don’t know your budget, but after testing the Vitamix Ascent X5 (read here for the deets), I can tell you that it is the most mighty blender I’ve used to date. Sad news: The X5 isn’t on sale. Great news: The Vitamix X3 is on sale. The X3 model has the three most common presets that you’ll use on any Vitamix anyway (smoothie, frozen dessert, soup) and you can always use the regular Start, Stop, and Pulse buttons to take care of dips and nut butters as you wish. The power and craftsmanship is still the caliber you'd expect from the Vitamix brand. With the relatively compact dimensions of 9.75"D x 7.75"W x 17"H, this model can easily be stored in a low cabinet or pantry closet. Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster OvenMy top pick for best overall air fryer is nearly 40% off right now. The Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven is a large oven-style air fryer with a wide viewing window and analog turning dials for time, temperature, and fan speed settings. The thing that sets this air fryer apart from all the other mini convection ovens out there is the super quiet convection fan. Read here for my full review of this powerful and discreet appliance. Instant VortexLet it never be said that I left the basket-style air-fryer lovers behind. My favorite basket-style air fryer, the Instant Vortex is 40% off right now for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. This appliance is a true workhorse. It’s continuously produced even browning and crisping, the basket style is extremely easy to clean, and it’s lightweight enough to lift, move, and store if you don’t have much counter space. Currently at $83.99, down from its usual $139.99, this air fryer is a bargain right now. KRUPS Waffle MakerEvery functional kitchen needs a waffle maker. This might surprise you, but it’s not just for making waffles. A waffle maker is a versatile appliance with a special indented pattern that, when pressed into ingredients, increases surface area and can make foods even more crispy and delicious with increased browning and caramelization. You can waffle burger patties, cheese, rice, shrimp, or even entire sandwiches. This waffle maker from KRUPS is 25% off right now and has removable plates, which I highly recommend to simplify your cleanup. Instant Pot DuoThe Instant Pot has lost some of its social vigor—fine—but that doesn’t mean it’s not an incredible kitchen appliance. In fact, losing its novelty makes it kind of the best time to buy. Observe: This Instant Pot 6.5 Quart Duo Crisp Ultimate Lid with Wifi is currently 30% off, and it's a full-on multicooker that is wifi enabled and has apparently over two thousand recipes accessible via the Instant app. This is the largest discount that this air fryer has experienced yet so it’s worth checking out if you’ve been in the market. It’s important to note that this is part of the Instant Duo line, which means it has air-frying capabilities as well. That’s a pretty big deal for something that made its name via steam pressure. Food processorA food processor can be a huge help in the kitchen, especially for big batches and prep work that requires a lot of chopping, slicing, or shredding. This highly rated food processor from Cuisinart is 20% off right now. This Cuisinart food processor has a 14-cup container, so it’s on the larger side of the spectrum, and has a simple two-button operating system. It comes with a standard S-blade, a slicing and shredding attachment, and a dough-kneading attachment. If you’ve been looking for a professional-quality food processor, this is the one to grab. The Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals You Can Get Now Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds — $169.99 (List Price $249.00) Apple iPad 11" A16 Chip 128GB Wi-Fi Retina Tablet (Silver, 2025 Release) — $328.86 (List Price $349.00) Sonos Move 2 — $359.00 (List Price $449.00) Blink Mini 2 (White, 2-Pack) — $37.99 (List Price $69.99) Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M 130-180mm, Sports Band) — $299.00 (List Price $399.00) Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $39.99 (List Price $59.99) Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023) — $94.99 (List Price $139.99) Fitbit Inspire 3 Health & Fitness Tracker (Midnight Zen/Black) — $69.95 (List Price $99.95) Sony WH-1000XM5 — $249.99 (List Price $399.99) Fitbit Sense 2 — $199.95 (List Price $249.95) Deals are selected by our commerce team View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you're sick of a huge television dominating your living room, Nebula's Capsule Air TV projector will let you ditch the set while still streaming as much content as you want. The Nebula Capsule Air supports over 30,000 Google Play apps, including Netflix. It's easy to set up, features 720p resolution, and it's on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale for $279.99— that's 30% off the list price of $399.99. Anker Nebula Capsule Air $279.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $399.99 Save $120.00 Get Deal Get Deal $279.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $399.99 Save $120.00 Best of all, this device is fully portable—the size of a soda can—so you can bring it anywhere, and you don't even have to plug it in. The built-in battery runs for up to two hours, letting you watch a feature-length movie while you're camping or otherwise away from power outlets. Our sister site PC Mag took a more in-depth look, and the Capsule Air was awarded their coveted Editors' Choice award for lightweight mini projectors. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Garmin Forerunner 955 is currently on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, dropping from its original price of $499.99 to $349. This is the lowest price the watch has ever been, according to price-tracking tools. Garmin's Forerunner line includes some of the best running watches on the market right now. The price drop could bring professional-grade fitness tracker within reach of both more recreational runners who have been looking for high-performance tracking. The Garmin Forerunner 955 came out in 2022 as one of Garmin's flagship fitness watches. The 1.3-inch transflective touchscreen display is easily visible outdoors in sunlight (the trade-off is it won't look as good indoors). Plus, the gorilla glass means the screen is scratch-resistant (but not scratch-proof). The touch controls also make it great for swimming or rainy activities. Garmin Forerunner 955 $346.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $499.99 Save $153.00 Get Deal Get Deal $346.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $499.99 Save $153.00 While Lifehacker's Senior Health Editor Beth Skwarecki is partial to the 265, she says the 955 still beloved by runners. She includes an important note on choosing your watch screens: All the 55 models all use MIP displays (memory-in-pixel). These displays reflect light, much like old-school LCD watches, so they are highly visible in sunlight but require a backlight to be seen in the dark. They can display color, but only a limited range of colors, and they are not as vibrant or as high-resolution as AMOLED screens. You can read more about which screen is right for you in Beth's guide here. You'll get about two weeks of battery life with the Forerunner 955. If you live in a sunny environment, you should consider the solar battery one, especially since it's nearly 40% off at $245.97 right now. Some other key Garmin watch features to consider: Advanced GPS tracking: Provides precise location and performance metrics Solar charging option: Extends battery life through innovative solar technology Comprehensive training insights: Offers detailed performance data and recovery recommendations Multi-sport functionality: Supports various activities beyond running Intelligent training guidance: Includes features like Training Status and Training Load Focus If you're not an Apple user, Garmin fitness watches are the no-brainer smartwatches to go for if you're looking for the most trusted brands. In fact, I think some Apple users might still want to consider switching to some Garmins, depending on their sport. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. There may not be a lot of competition in the bone conduction headphone (BCH) space, but Shokz still stands out from the rest by a large margin. Its latest flagship headphones, the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2, came out last fall and are excellent for anyone looking to get that open-ear feel when working out outdoors, as I explained in my review. You can get them for $149.95 (originally $179.95) during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, the lowest price they've ever been on Amazon, according to price tracking tools. Shokz New OpenRun Pro 2 Brand: SHOKZ, Color: Black, Ear Placement: Open Ear $149.95 at Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 $179.95 Save $30.00 Get Deal Get Deal $149.95 at Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 $179.95 Save $30.00 If you've never used BCHs before, the main thing you need to understand is that they send vibrations through your bones instead of through the air, which makes them perfect for underwater listening (or just the shower). This usually comes with the trade-off of worse audio quality, usually in the lower registers. But that's where Shokz focused its attention on the OpenRun Pro 2. They have dual-driver bass technology that sends bass sound through the air, making these a hybrid BCH and open-ear with regular speakers. As the name implies, the OpenRun Pro 2 are made with runners in mind. They're lightweight, coming in at 1.02 ounces, have an IP55 water resistance rating, and have a battery life of up to 12 hours with quick charging (a five-minute charge gives 2.5 hours of juice). The companion app comes with EQ settings and the headphones have Bluetooth 5.3. What makes these BCHs stand out for me are the lack of rattling vibration that tickles the ears when certain pitches are played. Keep in mind that if you choose to not use the dual-driver bass technology through the app and stick to 100% BCH, the ticklish vibration is present. But that hybrid technology is what makes the OpenRun Pro 2 the best sounding BCHs in the market. And this is the best time to buy them. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

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The modern internet is full of annoyances designed to make your experience worse. Sites disable copying, right-clicks, and shove all kinds of massive banners and autoplaying videos in your face, even when they hide the content you're there for. If this kind of thing bothers you, and you happen to browse on your iPhone or Mac, there is a solution: the StopTheMadness Pro app ($15). It works with Safari on your iPhone or Mac, and with Firefox and Chrome for Mac. StopTheMadness Pro is a one-stop solution to reclaiming the internet. It has so many features that it's hard to list them all in one article, but I'll highlight the ones I like the most (for context, I primarily use it with Safari on Mac). If my brief rundown isn't enough for you, once you install the extension, you can also of course click its icon in the toolbar to see everything it can do. This can be a bit overwhelming, since the General tab itself lists over 50 features, but the extension enables a good set of defaults to get you started. If you don't have the time to immediately check out every feature, the defaults and my recommendations will still take care of a large number of annoyances for you. That said, once you are ready to experiment more, you can go to StopTheMadness Pro's website to learn more about each feature. Note that, when on Chrome and Firefox, the app uses a non-standard installation method, but you can easily follow the prompts in the app to install and update the extension whenever needed. Regain control over videos on the internet Credit: Pranay Parab My favorite feature in StopTheMadness Pro is its ability to stop autoplaying videos on all websites. Even though I've disabled autoplay in all my browsers' settings, I've noticed that many websites don't respect this preference. They use custom video players that make it hard to stop playback, and sometimes those videos start playing at full voume. StopTheMadness Pro's General tab has a feature called "Stop autoplaying audio and video," which has worked on all the websites I've visited since enabling it. For instance, I visit a website for sports scores that has a habit of embedding a live stream of its postgame analysis into other posts. This starts playing unmuted even if I'm not actively on the live blog tab. StopTheMadness Pro was able to block this, which is a big relief. The extension can also make YouTube very usable for you. It can skip ads, show the picture-in-picture button even if you don't have YouTube Premium, set the default video quality, and automatically enable subtitles for you. Coupled with that, it can force all websites to use the native audio and video controls on your iPhone and Mac. This means that if you dislike YouTube's custom video player (or that of any other site), you can use Apple's native controls instead. Block tracking and annoyances Credit: Pranay Parab On the Mac, you can use StopTheMadness Pro's keyboard shortcuts to perform useful functions such as copying a link without clicking or right-clicking it. Hover the cursor over a link and press Command-C to copy it. Check out the extension's Keyboard section to see other useful shortcuts, but that's not all. The Tab Rules section lets you decide what happens once you click a link. You can force the browser to open it in the same tab, a background tab, in a new active tab, or even open some links in the browser of your choice. When I first bought this extension a few years ago, it was to circumvent copy-paste blocks on websites and to bypass Google's AMP pages on my iPhone. It still does those things quite well, and you can use it to reclaim the ability to right-click, copy, and paste on websites that block it. Since then, it's evolved to block many other annoyances, such as the hideous "Sign in with Google" pop-up that appears on Reddit and many other sites. It also removes tracking parameters from most links you click, and in case it can't remove them, you can go to the extension's Trackers tab and add the necessary parameters manually. StopTheMadness Pro can also automatically expand shortened URLs for you, thereby stopping link tracking via URL shorteners. Although this extension is not an adblocker, it also allows you to hide annoyances on any webpage with its element hiding feature. Click the Hide Page Element button after opening the extension via the toolbar, and select the annoyance you wish to block. Advanced features worth checking out Credit: Pranay Parab Before getting to the advanced features, it's worth mentioning that StopTheMadness Pro supports site-specific settings, too. In its General tab on Mac, you'll see a + button next to My default options for all websites. You can click that button to add site-specific settings for the website you're on. When you're using the extension on your iPhone, this option appears in the Website section of the extension's menu. This lets you create custom preferences for websites that you frequent. If you're a fan of tinkering with every aspect of your web browsing experience, you can use this extension to add custom CSS or JavaScript code, replace default fonts with your own choices, or to add JavaScript snippets (as an alternative to bookmarklets). The Custom Code section lets you customize websites using CSS or JavaScript code, which will run automatically every time a page is loaded. However, the JavaScript Snippets feature in the Scripts tab is for code you'd rather run manually. I also like the Web Rules section of the extension, which allows me to open links from certain websites in a browser of my choice. I find that Chrome or its derivatives handle Google Docs or Sheets a lot better than Safari, and I used this to redirect all those links to a different browser. It's not often that one comes across a powerful browser extension that works so well. StopTheMadness Pro is exceptional and I consider it a must-have for anyone who browses the web on Apple devices. It definitely has a learning curve, but the developer's impressive documentation makes it really easy to learn more about every available feature. View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. As someone who has fully bought into the Apple ecosystem, my earbuds of choice are, obviously, AirPods. But it's not just because I'm a fanboy (although I definitely am one): AirPods, particularly the AirPods Pro 2, are fantastic earbuds for so many reasons. And while they're usually a bit pricey, Amazon currently has them on sale for a very reasonable $170, down from $249.99, during its Big Spring Sal AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) $169.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.00 Save $79.01 Get Deal Get Deal $169.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $249.00 Save $79.01 Apple might slap their "Pro" moniker on most product categories these days, but AirPods Pro at least come with a lot of features to live up to the name. They may not be for "professionals," but you do get features you don't get on other AirPods models. For one, the AirPods Pro come with excellent noise cancellation. Although, honestly, the in-ear seal from the silicone tips blocks out enough background noise that I hardly ever turn on Noise Control. In fact, because the seal is so good, you also get Transparency Mode, an option that pumps in the sounds around you, so you can be aware of your surroundings—or even have a conversation with your earbuds in. Speaking of conversations, one excellent feature exclusive to the second-gen Pros is Conversation Awareness: When you start talking while listening to something, your AirPods will turn down the volume and boost the voices of the people you're talking to. When everyone stops speaking, your AirPods will return to normal. It's great. Another automatic feature is "Adaptive Audio" (previously Adaptive Transparency) which can reduce any sound above 85 dB, while maintaining other sounds at the typical volume. That way, you can follow a conversation or even watch a TV show with your AirPods in, but if an ambulance races by you, its sirens will seem to be a very tolerable 85 dB. You'd think you'd get these two features on the AirPods Max, Apple's flagship over-the-ear headphones, but you don't: You need the second-gen Pros for that. Like all AirPods, the Pros easily jump among all your connected Apple devices. You could be watching a video on your Mac, then take a call on your iPhone and start chatting through your AirPods. If you have an Apple TV, you can switch to your AirPods, too, which I frequently do, since I prefer the experience to my soundbar. While all these features are awesome, what it really comes down to for me is sound quality: The Pros just sound great, especially for such low-profile earbuds. And, because they block out so much sound on their own, I feel like I can appreciate the quality of the music I'm listening to in a variety of situations. I used to pause my music with my old AirPods whenever a loud truck or bus would drive past me on a walk. That's not a problem with the Pros. Plus, now that it's been FDA approved, you can even be able to use these AirPods as hearing aids. Not a bad perk for $169. Other great Prime Day deals on AirPodsThat's not to say other AirPods are a bad choice: If you don't like the tight seal of the Pros, you may prefer the more traditional fit of the AirPods 4. They're on sale for $150 for the Spring Sale, or $100 if you opt for the version without noise cancellation. There's also a deal on the USB-C AirPods Max, which are down from $549 to $480. I love my AirPods Max, but they're tough to recommend at their ridiculously expensive MSRP. Now, they're a bit of an easier pill to swallow, especially because they just got lossless audio over wired connections. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

OpenAI is introducing image generation directly within ChatGPT. Powered by its flagship multimodal model, GPT-4o, the chatbot can now create visuals straight from the chat interface. The feature will initially be available to ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Team, and free users. Enterprise and Education tier users will get access soon. “Today we have one of the most fun, cool things we have ever launched . . . native images in ChatGPT,” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said at the beginning of a video stream Tuesday. Altman acknowledged that the feature had been highly anticipated—especially since competitors like Google Gemini have offered integrated image generation since mid-2024. ChatGPT now allows users to generate images based on prompts, conversations, and uploaded files. Users can create brand new images or transform existing images. OpenAI says the “world knowledge” trained into the GPT-4o model allows ChatGPT to better understand the contexts in which images are used. It is also better at following prompts rendering text within images, OpenAI says. Users can refine images by prompting the model with natural language. For instance, when designing a video game character, the model can maintain visual consistency across multiple iterations as the user makes adjustments. OpenAI says it expects people to use the tool work-related visuals that require precision (such as diagrams, infographics, branded content), text-heavy images (instruction posters, business cards), photorealistic images with accurate lighting and textures, and visuals that benefit from conversation context. By simplifying the process with a single multimodal model that handles all image generation tasks, OpenAI is positioning ChatGPT as a go-to tool for both personal and professional image generation. View the full article

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. As an Airbnb host, a good smart lock is an extremely important purchase. I've gone through my fair share of smart locks, but none have been more reliable, affordable, and easy to install than the SwitchBot WiFi Smart Lock Pro, which I raved about in a recent review. Right now, you can get the bundle that has everything you need (it comes with the smart lock, keypad, and hub to control it remotely) for just $84 (originally $199.99) during Amazon's Big Spring Sale—that's the cheapest it has ever been, according to price tracking tools. SwitchBot WiFi Smart Lock Pro Special Feature: Passcode Unlock, Alarm, IP65 Weather Resistant, Auto-Lock, One-Touch Lock $84.00 at Amazon $199.99 Save $115.99 Get Deal Get Deal $84.00 at Amazon $199.99 Save $115.99 The main reason I love this smart lock is its reliability. A smart lock's most important job is to open and close reliably, whether that's physically with a key, with your finger, code, or remotely through the app. That seems like a pretty basic requirement, but you'd be surprised how few smart locks nail it—the SwitchBot has been the only smart lock to not fail me in the year I've been using it so far. The installation was also the easiest of any smart lock I've installed. You only need to remove the lock faceplate from inside and use an L-shaped hex wrench that comes in the box to mount the smart lock. It took me seven minutes to finish. There's also an option to glue the hardware for a complete tool-free option. The smart lock also retrofits most locks, and since the installation is so easy, that makes it perfect for renters, too. Some nice features are the auto-lock (I love not having to close the door behind me), a status detector that notifies or alerts you of activity, and being able to send permanent or temporary codes to family or guests. It also works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT. The battery lasts up to nine months, according to SwitchBot, but it'll depend on use (it was accurate for mine). Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The original Peloton bike is currently on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, dropping from its original price of $1,445 to an appealing $1,195, saving you $250. This is one of the most competitive prices I've seen for the original Peloton bike. Of course, you'll need to consider the true cost of a Peloton after bundling all the necessary accessories. For instance, Peloton sells its bike shoes separately—normally for $125, but you can get them for $100 during this spring sale. Another cost includes a monthly subscription to the app, which grants access to thousands of classes beyond just cycling, including strength training, yoga, and meditation. Although, as Lifehacker's senior health editor Beth Skwarecki details, Peloton kind of sucks as a running app. The Original Peloton Bike $1,195.00 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $1,445.00 Save $250.00 Get Deal Get Deal $1,195.00 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $1,445.00 Save $250.00 If you're considering buying a used Peloton instead, here is what you can expect; keep in mind there's a $95 fee (plus some other costs you might want to consider) that you'll need to pay Peloton in order for the machine to trade hands. You'll also need that aforementioned $44 per-month “All Access” membership to use all of the Bike’s features. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Whether you just finished your big spring cleanup or you're waiting until the last minute, a robot vacuum can help you toward your mission of keeping a cleaner home. It can either keep the place tidy after you finish all the hard work, or help you whip your home into shape while you focus on other things. But for maximum results, you're going to need a good one. You can get a cheap robot vacuum that will do a decent job, or spend big bucks on a technological behemoth that can also mop your floors and even automatically clean. Today, during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, one of the best brands, Roborock, has solid sales on a whole range of models, so you can get a reliable robot vac for less. Roborock vacuums discounted during Amazon's Big Spring Sale What's the deal with Roborock, you ask? The brand consistently puts out solid machines. For instance, the S8 Max V Ultra really wowed Lifehacker's Amanda Blum with its easy setup, substantial suction power, and elevated mopping performance, while the S8 Pro Ultra impressed her with its autonomy, Lidar laser-enabled self-direction, and maneuverability. Here are the models on sale right now. roborock Qrevo Master Robot Vacuum and Mop, 10000Pa Suction, FlexiArm Design Side Brush & Mop, Auto Mop Washing & Drying, Self-Emptying & Refilling, Dock Self-Cleaning, Dual Brush, Obstacle Avoidance $799.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $1,599.99 Save $800.00 Get Deal Get Deal $799.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $1,599.99 Save $800.00 roborock S8+ Robot Vacuum and Mop With Self-Empty Dock (Black) $549.98 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $999.99 Save $450.01 Get Deal Get Deal $549.98 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $999.99 Save $450.01 Roborock Q8 Max 5,500Pa Robot Vacuum and Mop (Black) $339.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg Get Deal Get Deal $339.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg Roborock S8 Robot Vacuum and Mop Cleaner $399.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $749.99 Save $350.00 Get Deal Get Deal $399.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $749.99 Save $350.00 Roborock Q8 Max+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum and Mop (White) $399.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $819.99 Save $420.00 Get Deal Get Deal $399.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $819.99 Save $420.00 Roborock Q5 Pro+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum and Mop (Black) $299.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $699.99 Save $400.00 Get Deal Get Deal $299.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $699.99 Save $400.00 roborock Q7 Max+ Robot Vacuum and Mop with Auto-Empty Dock Pure, Hands-Free Cleaning for up to 7 Weeks, APP-Controlled Mopping, 4200Pa Suction, No-Mop&No-Go Zones, 180mins Runtime, Works with Alexa $359.99 at Amazon $869.99 Save $510.00 Get Deal Get Deal $359.99 at Amazon $869.99 Save $510.00 SEE 4 MORE The Roborock Qrevo Master is great for pet ownersTypically $1,599.99 but marked down to $799.99 for the shopping holiday, the Qrevo Master is a vacuum-and-mop combo with a bunch of interesting features. It comes with "Intelligent Dirt Detection" that enables it to detect and revisit heavily soiled areas, a dock that self-cleans and won't need to be emptied for seven weeks, a FlexiArm Side Brush that gets into edges and corners, 10,000Pa suction, and, interestingly, "real-time video calls and two-way voice interaction with your pets." The Qrevo Master automatically recognizes pets and you can even use its cameras to check on your animals (or whatever you want, really) while you're away. The S8+ is a cheaper option with solid specsIf you don't need 10,000Pa suction. Good for you! You get to save even more money. The S8+ has 6,000Pa suction and its self-cleaning dock needs to be refreshed every 60 days or so, but it's $499.99 instead of $999.99 right now. Per the company, it is, "smart enough to stay out of troubles," as it uses 3D mapping technology to map out your home as it cleans. The Q8 Max is a cheaper options that packs a big punch Try the Q8 Max or S8 if you only want to spend $259.99 (instead of the usual $599.99) or $349.99 (down from $749.99). Both map your house like the more expensive options and feature a DuoRoller brush that's perfect for picking up hair, but they lack a a self-cleaning dock, so you will have to empty it out after it vacuums or mops. The Q8 Max+ and Q5 Pro+ self-clean for lessIf you liked the price points on the Q8Max or S8 but really want that self-cleaning dock, consider the Q8 Max+, which is $399.99 right now (down from $819.99), or the Q5 Pro+, down to $299.99 (from $$699.99). For a few extra dollars, you get the DuoRoller brush, home-mapping, and object avoidance, plus that self-cleaning dock you don't need to touch for seven weeks. The power is lower—5,500Pa suction on both—but that's the biggest tradeoff compared to the more expensive models. The Q7 Max+ is right in the middleFinally, the Q7 Max+ is in the sweet spot in terms of price and function: Normally $869.99, it's $549.99 right now. Though you only get 4,200Pa suction, you don't have to empty the self-cleaning dock for seven weeks, it comes with a 30-level adjustable water flow for mopping, it uses Lidar navigation, and you can set no-mop and no-go zones to make sure it's staying out of those "trouble" spots. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The price of Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft was one of the biggest barriers to recommending when I reviewed the device earlier this year and compared it to cheaper options like the Kobo Libra Colour, but thanks to Amazon's Big Spring Sale, it's now a significantly more attractive option. Normally selling for $280, it's now down to $225, actually making it cheaper than the Kobo and similar color e-readers from Boox or Bigme. Amazon Kindle Colorsoft $224.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $279.99 Save $55.00 Get Deal Get Deal $224.99 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $279.99 Save $55.00 That's a pretty significant savings, especially because the Kindle Colorsoft has some key improvements over other color e-readers when it comes to the screen. It uses the same E Ink Kaleido 3 display as most other color e-readers, sure, but it also boasts some technical additions that give it higher contrast and better lighting. It's not going to be as vivid as a more traditional tablet, sure, but it's the best I've ever seen with color e-ink. There's also no denying the convenience of Amazon's Kindle store. If you have a pre-existing library of content, getting a new Kindle device is the easiest way to upgrade without losing access to it. That said, you'll still be making some sacrifices here. Comics are easily the best use case for color e-readers I've found yet, and without access to apps from the likes of Marvel or DC, actually finding content to read on your new Colorsoft can be a bit harder than elsewhere. Amazon also recently made it much harder to read Kindle content on non-Kindle devices, so you should know that you're potentially locking yourself into a future of Amazon e-readers if you start buying books using its store. Still, if you're willing to deal with all that, the Kindle Colorsoft is one of the more technically proficient color e-readers available right now, and at this price, doesn't cost you any extra to buy over many competitors. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. This refurbished iPad 9th Gen (2021) in Space Gray, bundled with Beats Flex Wireless Headphones, is currently on sale for $224.99 (with free shipping!) on StackSocial, and for that price, it’s a great value. The iPad itself is listed with a Grade “A” rating, meaning it’s in near-mint condition with little to no visible wear—basically as good as new without the retail price tag. That said, its minimum battery health is 80%; and it's also wifi only, so no LTE connectivity, but that’s expected. Performance-wise, the A13 Bionic chip keeps things running smoothly for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and taking notes. The 10.2-inch Retina display may not be Apple’s most advanced, but it’s crisp, bright, and great for binge-watching or sketching. It comes with 64GB of storage, which should be fine for everyday use, but it’s non-expandable, so heavier apps or a lot of downloads might fill it up quickly. The front camera is 12MP with Center Stage, which keeps you in the frame during video calls, while the back camera is 8MP, good enough for scanning documents or casual photos. Plus, it supports the Apple Pencil (1st Gen)—but keep in mind that that’s not included, so if you plan on doodling or taking handwritten notes, you’ll need to budget for that separately. Battery life holds up well, with about nine hours per charge. The Beats Flex Wireless Headphones in the bundle add a little extra value, though they’re more of a nice throw-in than a major selling point. They connect via Bluetooth, have up to 12 hours of battery life, and feature Apple’s W1 chip for seamless pairing with iOS devices. Sound-wise, they’re decent for casual listening, but they won’t blow you away with deep bass or high-end clarity. Still, they’re comfortable and lightweight, and if you’re already deep into the Apple ecosystem, these could make a solid backup pair of wireless buds. One potential downside is that these are neckband-style earbuds, which some might find outdated compared to true wireless options. On the other hand, if you’re prone to losing small earbuds, this design can be a plus. Along with the iPad and Beats Flex, you also get a case, a screen protector, a stylus, and charging accessories—which means you won’t have to shell out extra for the basics (rare for a refurbished buy). At this price, it’s a practical pick if you need an iPad for everyday tasks and are okay with a refurbished model. It won’t replace a high-end laptop or an iPad Pro, but it gets the job done for streaming, light work, and general use. View the full article

The City of St. Paul has announced that applications for its 2025 Neighborhood STAR grant program will open on Monday, March 31. The program offers grants to support capital improvement projects that enhance the vitality, cultural diversity, and economic prosperity of neighborhoods across the city. Eligible businesses and organizations must be located in or conducting business within St. Paul and use the funds for permanent capital improvements with a projected lifespan of at least seven years. Most grant awards are $50,000 or less. All applications must be submitted online through ZoomGrants by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 2. To qualify for consideration, applications must be complete and include all required attachments. A virtual Neighborhood STAR Workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 8, from 1 to 2 p.m. This session will provide prospective applicants with program information, application guidance, and a chance to ask questions. Log-in details will be posted on the Neighborhood STAR website at stpaul.gov/nstar. “The Neighborhood STAR program provides business owners and local organizations the funds to make better spaces,” said Amy Ennen Bertomeu and Alberto Bertomeu, owners of North End Car Wash and 2024 Neighborhood STAR grant recipients. Since its inception in 1995, the Neighborhood STAR program has invested in more than 1,200 projects throughout St. Paul. It has enabled small businesses and community organizations to partner with the city to improve public spaces and drive neighborhood development. “I am incredibly excited and grateful the City of Saint Paul is partnering with me on my project to bring love to Charles Avenue and Rice Street,” said Gloria Contreras Edin, owner of Tiger Investments, LLC and 2024 Neighborhood STAR awardee. “I am looking forward to starting my project and investing in our neighborhood.” For additional details on the Neighborhood STAR program, including application guidelines and FAQs, visit stpaul.gov/nstar. Interested individuals are encouraged to join the program’s email list to receive updates. This article, "St. Paul Announces Opening Date for 2025 Neighborhood STAR Grant Applications" was first published on Small Business Trends View the full article

The City of St. Paul has announced that applications for its 2025 Neighborhood STAR grant program will open on Monday, March 31. The program offers grants to support capital improvement projects that enhance the vitality, cultural diversity, and economic prosperity of neighborhoods across the city. Eligible businesses and organizations must be located in or conducting business within St. Paul and use the funds for permanent capital improvements with a projected lifespan of at least seven years. Most grant awards are $50,000 or less. All applications must be submitted online through ZoomGrants by 4 p.m. on Friday, May 2. To qualify for consideration, applications must be complete and include all required attachments. A virtual Neighborhood STAR Workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 8, from 1 to 2 p.m. This session will provide prospective applicants with program information, application guidance, and a chance to ask questions. Log-in details will be posted on the Neighborhood STAR website at stpaul.gov/nstar. “The Neighborhood STAR program provides business owners and local organizations the funds to make better spaces,” said Amy Ennen Bertomeu and Alberto Bertomeu, owners of North End Car Wash and 2024 Neighborhood STAR grant recipients. Since its inception in 1995, the Neighborhood STAR program has invested in more than 1,200 projects throughout St. Paul. It has enabled small businesses and community organizations to partner with the city to improve public spaces and drive neighborhood development. “I am incredibly excited and grateful the City of Saint Paul is partnering with me on my project to bring love to Charles Avenue and Rice Street,” said Gloria Contreras Edin, owner of Tiger Investments, LLC and 2024 Neighborhood STAR awardee. “I am looking forward to starting my project and investing in our neighborhood.” For additional details on the Neighborhood STAR program, including application guidelines and FAQs, visit stpaul.gov/nstar. Interested individuals are encouraged to join the program’s email list to receive updates. This article, "St. Paul Announces Opening Date for 2025 Neighborhood STAR Grant Applications" was first published on Small Business Trends View the full article

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Apple is finally giving some love to the often ignored AirPods Max. Well, the $549 AirPods Max with USB-C anyway—sorry if you've got the older model with the Lightning connector. With the iOS 18.4 update that's coming in April, Apple is enabling lossless audio and ultra-low latency audio for the AirPods Max. In the words of Lifehacker Senior Tech Editor Jake Peterson, this upgrade finally makes the new AirPods Max worth buying. Oh, but you're probably going to need a new dongle too. Why another dongle in 2025?Lossless audio only works when connected to an Apple device using a USB-C cable. With the update, AirPods Max users will be able to enjoy more than 100 million songs on Apple Music that are processed in 24-bit, 48 kHz lossless audio—provided the device they are listening on has a USB-C port. Here's where that dongle comes in: Apple is now selling a $39.99 USB-C to 3.5mm audio cable that goes both ways (bidirectional). This itself isn't new; Apple also sold an equally expensive Lighting to 3.5 mm audio cable that's no longer available. But that cable did not enable lossless or low latency mode in the older AirPods Max, and the new one does. The new dongle is designed to work with Beats Studio Pro too, and it enables ultra low-latency audio for any device that's connected. This means that finally, the AirPods Max can work with any media player that has a traditional audio-out, like a hip cassette player, turntable, or even in-flight entertainment systems. Other uses for the dongleThe bidirectional part is also interesting: Using this cable, you can also use any old speaker as an iPhone or iPad speaker. Let's say you wanted to use your home theater's system as an iPhone output, like the good old days, well, that is now possible. If you've never been a fan of Bluetooth, or you just don't like the latency of wireless audio, Apple has just given you an official way to turn back time, and for just $40. Speaking of latency, the AirPods Max with the USB-C cable, or the 3.5mm dongle, enable the ultra-low latency audio by default. Apple is positioning this as a win for creators, live streamers, and gamers, as low latency audio can help professionals working in Logic Pro and other professional apps. And AirPods Max can also be helpful in creating and mixing audio in Personalized Spacial Audio with head tracking. View the full article

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eToro Group Ltd has announced that it plans to take itself public in an initial public offering. The company made the announcement in a press release today, in which it confirmed that it had filed its Form F-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). However, there are still many unknowns about eToro’s IPO. Here’s what we do know—and what still needs to be revealed. What is eToro Group Ltd? eToro Group Ltd is the name of the company that operates the eToro trading platform. Like other trading platforms, eToro allows investors to buy and sell a number of assets, including stocks and cryptocurrencies. But eToro is slightly different than your more traditional trading platforms like Charles Schwab or Vanguard. That’s because eToro is what is known as a “social trading” platform. The phrase signifies a platform that allows its users to see and, if they choose to, mimic the trades of other investors on the platform. This allows more novice investors to piggyback on the expertise of other investors whose decisions they trust. eToro Group was founded back in 2007. It is based in Tel Aviv, Israel with offices around the world. eToro by the numbers According to the company’s Form F-1 registration statement, eToro has the following metrics as of December 31, 2024: A global footprint that spreads across 75 countries. Approximately 3.5 million Funded Accounts across those countries. Net Contribution of $787 million (up 41% from $557 million in 2023). Total Commission of $931 million (up 46% from $639 million in 2023). Net income of $192 million (up 1,161% from $15 million in 2023). Adjusted EBITDA of $304 million (up 159% from $187 million in 2023). eToro’s F-1 also lists a number of its growth strategies, which the company says focuses on acquiring more users in existing markets, increasing its share of users’ assets, and moving into new markets. Among the risks the company cites are uncertain legal and regulatory landscapes as well as operating in a highly competitive industry. When is eToro’s IPO? That’s unknown. As of this writing, eToro has not divulged when its IPO may take place. In its press release about its intention to go public, eToro stated that “the offering is subject to market conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed.” What is eToro’s stock ticker? eToro’s stock ticker will be “ETOR.” What market will ETOR trade on? eToro shares will trade on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. What is the IPO share price of ETOR? That is unknown. eToro says that “the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined.” How many ETOR shares are available in its IPO? That, too, is unknown. The company says that the number of shares it plans to offer has also not yet been determined. How much will eToro raise in its IPO? That is something else we do not know at this time. Until eToro announces the number of shares it will offer and the offering price, it cannot be known how much the company plans to raise in its IPO. View the full article

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. One of my biggest pet peeves about the Oura ring platform is getting some temporary relief, thanks to Amazon’s spring sale. Chargers for the gen 4 ring (the newest model) are available for $35.40 today, so you can pick up a spare for close to half the usual price. Oura Ring 4 Charger $35.40 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $59.00 Save $23.60 Get Deal Get Deal $35.40 at Amazon /images/amazon-prime.svg $59.00 Save $23.60 And, yep, the usual price for an Oura charger is a whopping 59 bucks. The old gen 3 chargers don’t fit the new gen 4 rings, and the chargers are also sized: If you have a size 8 ring, you need a size 8 charger. And there aren’t third-party chargers for the gen 4 rings, so the official Oura ones are your only option. Hence my griping about the price. But now, at $35.40? That’s still not cheap, but it’s a lot better than full price. Your ring will have come with one charger, but it’s handy to have a spare so you can keep one at your work desk and one on your nightstand, or to keep an extra in your travel drawer. The Oura ring lasts most of a week on each charge—up to eight days, according to the company, although I found I only got about five days between charges with blood oxygen sensing turned on. That also accounts for charging the ring when it falls to 20% battery, which is the app's recommendation to be sure it won't run out of juice while you sleep. The fourth generation Oura ring has a good reason for not fitting the old chargers, by the way—the old rings had three sensor bumps on the inside, where the gen 4 has finally managed to fit its technology into a smooth interior that fits like a normal ring. So the ring is a different shape on the interior, and the sizing has also changed. For more on the differences between the gen 3 and gen 4 Oura rings, I have a detailed comparison here. I’ve also worn three different generations of the ring over the past four years, and I wrote a retrospective here with all my thoughts on how I’ve used my ring over the years, and where it has and hasn’t lived up to my expectations. Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter, Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including: The Best Over-Ear Headphones The Best Wireless Earbuds The Best Adjustable Dumbbell Sets The Best Projectors View the full article