If it seems like products are usually cheaper on Amazon than at retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Chewy, that's no accident. According to a bombshell filing in an ongoing antitrust lawsuit from the state of California on Monday, each of those companies was a victim of Amazon's illegal price fixing.Amazon, which topped Walmart to become the U.S.'s largest retailer in 2025, got there in part with a pattern of bullying and colluding, the filing says. In some cases it outlines in detail, merchants such as Levi Strauss and Allergan were told by Amazon to make products (such as khaki pants and eye drops) more expensive at Walmart. SEE ALSO: Tired of Amazon Prime? Best Buy's annual membership is on sale for just $25 In other cases, Amazon leaned on rivals directly, as when it allegedly forced Home Depot to raise its fertilizer prices so Amazon would be cheaper. And in all cases, California appears to have brought receipts in the form of emails. "The company is price fixing, colluding with vendors and other retailers to raise costs for Americans beyond what the market requires," California Attorney General Rob Bonta said in a statement. "Amazon is illegally working to rake ⁠in the profits by making sure consumers have nowhere else to turn to for lower prices." This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Amazon denies the charges and is vigorously contesting multiple price-fixing lawsuits. In its statement, the online retailer emphasized its "pride" in having the lowest prices across a broad range of products.But if these emails are to be believed, Amazon's pride is the pride of a mob boss with mighty companies under their thumb."I'm really hoping we can show this as a proof case so we can resolve issues going forward," one Levi's employee wrote meekly to an Amazon executive, according to the filing. Amazon had expressed "concern" that Walmart was selling Levi's khakis for just over $25. Levi's then allegedly persuaded Walmart to raise the pants' prices by nearly $5. Even if true, however, the wheels of justice are grinding slow on this one. Bonta's antitrust lawsuit was filed in 2022; a trial will not take place until January 2027 at the earliest. It remains to be seen if the bad publicity from this filing will have any effect on consumers, many of whom shrug and plan their next Amazon delivery regardless of price-fixing news.

Apple's first foldable iPhone, unofficially dubbed the iPhone Fold, is expected to debut in September. Now new leaks show how the phone will likely differ from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup.Apple is several years late to the foldable smartphone market, but don't count Apple out based on speed. After all, the company was late to MP3 players and smartphones — and the iPod and iPhone were the results.Leakers with decent track records are showing dummy cases for the iPhone Fold on X. And that gives us a clear sense of how this foldable will set itself apart from the competition.Don’t miss out on our latest stories: Add Mashable as a trusted news source in Google.iPhone Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Design differencesMost flagship foldables have roughly the same width and length as a regular smartphone when folded, but earlier leaks suggest Apple has adopted a wider design. You can see that in the latest photos of alleged iPhone Fold dummy units and cases, from @MajinBuofficia on X (via Android Authority). This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Meanwhile, Samsung seems set to introduce a new version of its flagship foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold Wide, that will have similar dimensions as the iPhone Fold. Recent leaks from Android Headlines show what the Fold Wide could look like. Still, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will likely retain a similar design and proportions as last year's Z Fold 7. Square edges on last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable Early photos of the Z Fold 8 lineup show phones with sharper corners, like the Z Fold 7, while Apple appears to be embracing more rounded edges. Both phones are expected to be ultra-thin, with an unfolded width under 5 mm, just like the Z Fold 7. Samsung and Apple foldables: Other key differencesApple will reportedly place the volume buttons on the top edge of the iPhone Fold, with a power and Touch ID button expected along the right edge. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 unfolded. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable A hypothetical rendering of the iPhone Fold. Credit: Mashable The iPhone Fold will be running iOS (presumably iOS 27), while the Galaxy foldables will be running the latest version of Android. More importantly, the iPhone Fold appears to have only two rear cameras, while the Z Fold 8 is expected to have three rear cameras. Leaks of the Z Fold Wide show two cameras, matching the iPhone Fold.The iPhone Fold could have one big advantage over the Galaxy Z Fold 8 — it will fit more easily in pockets. In design, Apple's device sits somewhere between flip-style foldables and tablet-style foldables. Overall, it looks more like the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which wasn't particularly well-received by our reviewer — or by the tech world at large. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Againm we're mostly working from leaks and rumors at this point, and we don't know what we don't know. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, a highly trusted name in this realm, recently reported that the iPhone Fold is on track for a 2026 launch, while the new Galaxy Z Fold smartphones are rumored to launch July 22.Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

For book fans, book-to-screen adaptations can be a sore subject of changed endings and miscastings. But authors aren't as precious about them. In the final panel of BookCon 2026, authors Andy Weir (Project Hail Mary, The Martian), Emily St. John Mandel (Station Eleven), May Cobb (The Hunting Wives), and Robinne Lee (The Idea of You) were joined by moderator Jason Blitman (host and producer of the Gays Reading podcast) to discuss the the joys and limitations of bringing a book to the screen.Cutting straight to the heart of the topic, Blitman kicked things off with the ultimate question: What makes a successful adaptation? Across the panel, there have been varied adaptations. Weir's Project Hail Mary and Cobb's The Hunting Wives had mostly faithful adaptations, while The Idea of You and Station Eleven are larger departures from the source material.St. John Mandel answered regarding the adaptation of Station Eleven, saying, "They changed every single plot, but they did retain the spirit of the original."Lee added, "How can I be true to what readers fell in love with and still create something that's going to appeal to a wider audience?"A potentially surprising sentiment shared by all four authors is that, regardless of their involvement in the adaptations, there was a lack of preciousness toward the projects. That's not to be confused with enthusiasm, however, as everyone on the panel echoed wanting to be champions and cheerleaders for the adaptations.Novels, television, and movies are such widely different media that change is inevitable in an adaptation, as Weir says, "There are things you can do in a visual medium that are very difficult to do in a narrative medium."On screen, when you don't need to spend pages filling in interiority or describing scenes and settings, there's room to play and expand characters. Cobb found this to be true in The Hunting Wives as "The husband that takes out the trash is now running for governor."Lee made the most apt analogy of the panel, saying, "You are going to look at your book as your baby, but you have to look at any adaptation as a kind of distant relative." She went on to say, "When you go to that adaptation, suddenly other people are taking it over, and people are owning those characters. People judging the film, to me, doesn't feel as personal. It doesn't feel like a judgment of my work."While there's often an adversarial relationship between fans and adaptations of their favorite books, authors enter these projects with an open mind. "I feel like I'm almost like pathologically welcoming of changes in the adaptation process," said St. John Mandel.Cobb, who first met The Hunting Wives producer, Rebecca Cutter, when she came to visit Texas, recalls driving through the back woods of East Texas. She said Cutter pitched Cobb on her vision for the TV show, describing how she wanted to change the ending, which Cobb met with excitement, saying, "Where were you when I was writing the book?"In fact, Weir said in his book Artemis, which has been on the adaptation backburner for several years, that when there is movement on the project, he has a list of changes ready to go: "I have identified a bunch of problems in Artemis that I feel are places where the writing is weak. I'm gonna give the directors and the people who are pitching it to studios, I'm going to give a bullet point list of an alternate plot sequence for Artemis."The panel was the final of BookCon, which returns in 2027 on April 10 and 11.

Blend yourself some midnight margaritas, because the Owens sisters are back! SEE ALSO: 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer promises plenty of Star Wars-level action The witches at the heart of 1998's Practical Magic return for a sequel almost 30 years in the making, directed by Susanne Bier and written by Akiva Goldsman and Georgia Pritchett. Practical Magic 2 is based on the final novel in Alice Hoffman's Practical Magic series, The Book of Magic.Practical Magic 2 takes place 25 years after the first film. By this point, Sally and Gillian (Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman) are still practicing magic in Massachusetts alongside their aunts Frances and Jet (Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest). They're also still cursed when it comes to matters of love. Taking an even bigger role in Practical Magic 2 are Sally's daughters, played by Joey King and Maisie Williams. In the original film, the characters of Kylie and Antonia Owens were played by Evan Rachel Wood and Alexandra Artrip. Wood confirmed she was not asked to return for the sequel, and that the role was being recast.As Sally's daughters' begins to develop, ancient family secrets come to light that will force three generations of Owens sisters to fight back against their ancestral curse. Their journey will take them from Massachusetts to the United Kingdom.The teaser trailer for Practical Magic 2 is full of Practical Magic greatest hits, including Harry Nilsson's song "Coconut," which plays during the midnight margaritas scene in the first film. It also introduces new characters, including Lee Pace as a new companion for Sally and Gillian's travels.Practical Magic 2 hits theaters Sept. 11.

SAVE $100: The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $899.99, down from the list price of $999.99. That's a 10% discount. Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow robot vacuum and mop $899.99 at Amazon $999.99 Save $100   Get Deal Mashable's resident vacuum expert Lead Stodart has tested over 25 models of robot vacuums that also mop. She hadn't written off robot vacuums that have a roller mop, but she was yet to be impressed by performance. However, the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 impressed, and lucky for us, it's on sale today.As of April 20, the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $899.99, marked down from the usual price of $999.99. That's a 10% discount that takes $100 off the price.In Stodart's testing of the new Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow, it did a damn fine job at every challenge she tossed its way. While it has 20,000Pa suction power, it picked up sprinkles off a deep carpet as efficiently as the 35,000Pa Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete. "Though the Dreame vacuum is significantly stronger with 35,000 Pa of suction power, I honestly think that the Curv 2 Flow did just as good a job — the pickup rate of both was almost perfect. When I got down on eye level to see if the Curv 2 Flow cleaned up crushed chips on my tufted living room rug, it was spotless aside from a single long hair," noted Stodart. SEE ALSO: Narwal Flow 2 robot vacuum review: The most insightful AI mess detection yet for a decent price The roller mop was also impressive in its ability to clean corners, something that doesn't seem physically possible with a robot roller. "The roller sits in a sliding case that visibly extends an inch or two past the vacuum's circumference when an edge is sensed," according to Stodart. "The Curv 2 Flow has provided an extremely close scrub against walls, including the wall of my bathtub, where there are always tiny pieces of hair and kitty litter dust stuck in dried soap droplets."While this powerful do-it-all model is sitting at a sale price, offload the task of cleaning the floors and enlist the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow robot vacuum and mop to handle the job.

When Apple revealed its colorful new budget laptop, the MacBook Neo, to the world earlier this year, I predicted Apple would sell millions of them. (Ten million, by some counts.)Less than two months later, 9To5Mac reports that Apple has sold out its April supply of the MacBook Neo, with the $599 MacBook Neo backordered until May. While you can still find the MacBook Neo in stock at Amazon and Best Buy, rumor has it that after selling out its initial stock, Apple was forced to place rush orders with its manufacturers earlier this month.The MacBook Neo has an unbeatable price for its feature set, and students and educators can get the laptop for just $499 by taking advantage of the Apple Store's education offer. (That might be why the laptop is backordered at Apple but still available elsewhere.) A version with Touch ID and 512GB of storage is available for $699, or $599 with education pricing.As I explained in my MacBook Neo review, this laptop has no true competitor. Windows laptops and Chromebooks at that price point have much weaker displays, speakers, and overall specs — and that's before you factor in the Apple status symbol and cool factor as well. So, if you can't get your hands on the MacBook Neo or prefer Windows, what should you buy instead? All of these MacBook Neo alternatives come with some tradeoffs, but they won't break your budget or slow you down too much.Your best bet: Wait for more inventoryHonestly, unless you prefer Windows or need a gaming laptop, we recommend waiting until the MacBook Neo is available again at the Apple Store. And if you don't qualify for education pricing, you can still find the Neo in stock at Amazon and Best Buy, for now. Apple MacBook Neo, 13 inches (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $589.99 at Amazon   Shop Now at Amazon Apple MacBook Neo, 13 inches, Touch ID (A18 Pro, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $689.99 at Amazon   Shop Now at Amazon Best for Windows users: Windows 11 Ultimate College BundleLast week, Microsoft released a new savings offer for college students that seems designed to compete with MacBook Neo shoppers. Microsoft recently raised prices on its Microsoft Surface devices, and has no true competitor to the Neo. However, this offer does come with a lot of perks for students.When you buy a Windows 11 laptop, the company will also give you one year of Microsoft 365 Premium, one year of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and an Xbox Wireless Controller for free, a more than $500 value.The offer includes popular cheap laptops like the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x and the Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. (See all offers at the Microsoft store.) Opens in a new window Credit: Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x Copilot+ PC, 15.3 inchesSnapdragon X, 16GB Memory, 256GB SSD) $449.99 at Best Buy $799.99 Save $350   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Laptop, 15.6 inches (Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $999.99 at Amazon   Shop Now Best for AI users: Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514Acer's popular Chromebook Plus Spin 514 will cost you more than the MacBook Neo, but it comes with 12 months of the Google One AI Premium plan, which includes 5TB of cloud storage. It's also a 2-in-1 convertible laptop with a touchscreen, so if offers more versatility than a MacBook. In terms of spec, you also get more RAM and a larger display, though you'll lost out on the MacBook Neo speakers and Retina display.Again, if you had your heart set on the MacBook Neo, we'd recommend waiting until it's back in stock at Apple or shopping through Amazon in the meantime. Opens in a new window Credit: Acer Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (MediaTek Kompanio Ultra, 12GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 +12 months of the Google One AI Premium plan Get Deal Also consider: The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, a Mashable Choice product available at Best Buy for $699.Best Apple alternative: The M1 MacBook AirIn our performance tests, the new MacBook Neo's A18 Pro chip performed almost exactly like the original M1 chip on the Geekbench 6 benchmark test. The M1 MacBook Air was also one of the most award-winning laptops ever, and while it's no longer officially sold, you can still find it in stock at Walmart. However, you can grab it refurbished at Amazon and Best Buy for under $500, which is the most we'd pay for this old model.The M1 chip is ancient compared to the new M5 chips, but it holds up surprisingly well given its age. There's a reason Apple silicon has been so disruptive in the laptop market.Don't forget: Because this laptop is six years old, it won't be supported with updates for as long as a newly designed device. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13 inches (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) Refurbished models starting at $439 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13 inches (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $618.19 at Walmart   Get Deal

Save $31.99: Take 10% off the Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds at Amazon as of April 20. This brings them down to $298, instead of their list price of $329.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WF-1000XM6 $298 at Amazon $329.99 Save $31.99   Get Deal As a headphones reviewer, I get plenty experience testing out the latest and greatest audio has to offer. As a budget-buys lover, I don't always see the point of increasingly high price points.Then, I tried the Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds. At $329.99, these earbuds aren't cheap, sitting at an even higher price than Bose's flagship earbuds and the Technics EAH-AZ1000, another Mashable favorite. However, as of April 20, the Sony buds are down to a slightly better $298, marking a return to their lowest price ever.Don't get me wrong — I get that $300 isn't exactly chump change. That said, I consider these earbuds an investment for anyone who wants the absolute best blend of sound, comfort, and noise cancellation. To be clear, I still think the Bose QC Ultra 2 buds lead the category on the comfort scale, but between the best noise cancellation and sound I've tried on a pair of earbuds, I get why these are priced the way they are. SEE ALSO: Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) vs. Sony WH-1000xM6: Which headphones should you buy? As these are Sony buds, the companion app also offers great customization, with a 10-band equalizer for finding the sound that's just right. At eight hours per charge, their battery life is also competitive with other noise-cancelling favorites of Mashable's, like the Apple AirPods Pro 3.I loved the XM6 earbuds when I first reviewed them earlier this year, and I continue to love them months later. Unless the audio space throws a real curveball, I imagine these will be one of the best releases of the year.

SAVE 20%: As of April 20, you can get the Sony QD-OLED 77-inch BRAVIA XR A95L Series 4K Ultra HD TV for $3,999.99, down from $4,999.99. That's a 20% discount or $1,000 savings. Sony QD-OLED 77-inch BRAVIA XR A95L Series 4K Ultra HD TV $3,999.99 at Amazon $4,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Hooking up a PlayStation 5 to a mediocre screen is a quick way to ruin the graphics you paid for. If you want your games to look the way they were intended, you need a TV that can keep up with the console. SEE ALSO: What's the best time of year to buy a TV? Yes, there's an answer. Right now, you can get the Sony QD-OLED 77-inch BRAVIA XR A95L Series 4K Ultra HD TV for $3,999.99 at Amazon, down from $4,999.99. That's a 20% discount, or $1,000 in savings.Since Sony makes both the console and the TV, you'll get exclusive features like Auto HDR Tone Mapping that optimize the picture quality while you play. It has HDMI 2.1 for 4K gaming at 120Hz, so you don't have to deal with lag, and there's a dedicated Game Menu to adjust your settings on the fly. When you put the controller down, the QD-OLED screen gives you pure blacks and bright colors for movie night, with Google TV built in so you have all your streaming apps in one place.

SAVE $120: As of April 20, the DJI Mini 3 beginner-friendly drone is on sale at Amazon for only $299 with an on-page coupon. That's nearly 30% in savings and its best price on record. Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 $299 at Amazon $419 Save $120 with on-page coupon Get Deal Everyone from real estate agents to marketing managers to casual Instagrammers could use a drone to capture more enticing footage. But drones don't typically come with the most affordable price tags, which is why we're highlighting this deal we spotted on the DJI Mini 3. At nearly 30% off, it's the cheapest we've ever seen it.As of April 20, the beginner-friendly DJI Mini 3 is down to $299 with an on-page coupon at Amazon. That's $120 off its list price of $419 and just the second time we've seen the price drop this low. Just be sure to check the box that says "coupon price" to score the discount.Weighing in at just half a pound, the DJI Mini 3 is true to its name. It folds up to an even more compact size for transport. It captures 4K HDR video and its innovative gimbal design allows for true vertical shooting and dynamic angles. Translation: you'll be able to snap some truly epic shots for social media. You'll get about 38 minutes of flight time before you need a charge or battery swap, but you can extend that to up to 51 minutes if you purchase the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus (sold separately).The Mini 3 is level 5 wind-resistant, so you can still take flight and capture footage in less than ideal conditions. Plus, intelligent features like auto takeoff, RTH (return to home), and precise hovering help beginners get started without a steep learning curve.It's not every day the popular DJI Mini 3 goes on sale for $120 off. If you're in the market for a beginner-friendly drone, click on that coupon box and snag it while you can.

A world half-marathon record was broken at a race in China this weekend. But the winner wasn't an Olympian or even a competitive racer. It was a bright red humanoid robot. Nickname? Lightning. The autonomous robot was competing in a robot versus human half-marathon race in Beijing, China, an annual event featuring the country's top robotics companies in a foot race test against their human counterparts. SEE ALSO: Tariff refund site: What it is, how to use it Lightning was built by Honor, a Chinese robotics and smartphone maker. The company tested other running robot variants at the race, including the bots that took home second- and third-place titles. Mashable got an early look at Honor's new line of AI-powered humanoid bots at the latest Mobile World Congress. The bots had an impressive stability (many of these two-legged bots are prone to tumbling) and even a crowd-pleasing dance performance. The company also debuted a new "Robot Phone," featuring a robotic eye and arm that juts out from the smartphone to take photos and respond to requests. During Sunday's race, the company showed that the new era of humanoid robots aren't just dancers, but competitive athletes, with Lightning taking home the gold in a 50-minute and 26-second sprint — that's six minutes quicker than the fastest human and nearly two hours faster than its time in last year's race. Honor engineers explained that the robot's fast upgrade came from modeling its design after top athletes, including elongated legs and an internal liquid-cooling system. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Chinese robotics companies have been accelerating their development of humanoid robots over the last several years in direct competition with U.S. manufacturers. Lightning's record-breaking win was taken as a sign that the country's investments may be paying off. Still, many of the robots needed assistance to cross the finish line. In addition to starting line stumbles and a few falls, about 60 percent of the competing bots were remotely operated by their human teams. Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.

SAVE 33%: As of April 20, you can get the 65-inch Toshiba Class Z670R Series Smart Fire TV for $999.99, down from $1,499.99, at Amazon. That's a 33% discount or $500 savings. 65-inch Toshiba Class Z670R Series Smart Fire TV $999.99 at Amazon $1,499.99 Save $500   Get Deal at Amazon Replacing your living room TV can be expensive, which is exactly why people put up with a dying screen or terrible speakers for years. But you don't have to spend a ridiculous amount of money just to get a good picture. Toshiba's 65-inch Mini-LED 4K TV gives you all the high-end specs you want without the usual sticker shock. SEE ALSO: What's the best time of year to buy a TV? Yes, there's an answer. Right now, you can grab this 2026 model for $999.99 at Amazon, down from $1,499.99. That's a 33% discount or an extra $500 in your wallet for a soundbar, or important things, like bills.This QLED screen uses Mini LED technology and full-array local dimming to keep blacks deep and highlights bright. It has a native 144Hz refresh rate to keep motion looking smooth, and with a built-in Fire TV, you won't need an extra streaming dongle to access your live channels or apps. Toshiba also included a REGZA Power Audio Pro system with a dedicated bass woofer, so you get resonant audio straight out of the box.

Save 42%: As of April 20, you can grab a four-pack of first generation Apple AirTags on sale for $56.99 at Woot. This sale slashes their price down $42.01 from $99. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTags, first generation (4-pack) $56.99 at Woot $99 Save $42.01   Get Deal Sometimes, shopping in the off-season can get you the best deals on a product (think space heater in the middle of summer). And sometimes, as is the case with this Apple deal, products go on sale at the perfect time.Just in time for spring and summer travel, a four-pack of the first generation Apple AirTags are on sale at Woot for $56.99. That comes out to just $14.25 per AirTag, compared to the $29 a single AirTag will run you. It's also the best price we've ever seen on the Bluetooth trackers, besting their record-low of $59.99 they hit in March. SEE ALSO: Apple AirPods Max 2 review: Same great style with the tiniest of upgrades Of course, a Bluetooth tracker can be useful year-round, not just during travel season. AirTags are small enough to be slipped in your purse, wallet, on a keychain, and for some people, even as a collar for their pets. A new generation of AirTags did just hit the market in February, but in comparing the two generations side by side, Mashable's Stan Schroeder found that the differences between the two trackers weren't vast, with the first generation especially reigning superior for older iPhone compatibility. The newer trackers have a better tracking range, and a louder signal. Still, it's hard to beat value, and at this sale price, the first generation AirTags are undeniably offering that.

The dating app Tinder wants more women on the platform, its CEO said."Winning women is critical to us," Spencer Rascoff, who joined Tinder's parent company, Match Group, last year and also took the helm of Tinder in July 2025, told the Financial Times in an interview published Sunday. SEE ALSO: App fatigue is real. I tested the best dating apps of 2026 to find the ones that really work. Rascoff continued that reaching "gender parity is very challenging, but we absolutely need to do a better job of driving outcomes for women, and when we do that, more women will choose to use our apps."Tinder's user gender split isn't public, but 2022 Pew Research Center data found that 34 percent of American men said they've used a dating site or app, compared to 27 percent of American women. Around 75 percent of Tinder users are male, according to data insights website Demandsage.Seeing as Tinder's direct revenue and paying users have decreased year-over-year both in 2024 and 2025, Rascoff has been working to reverse that trend. Shortly before he joined the app last year, he said he wanted to move Tinder away from its "hookup reputation" to attract Gen Z, a generation known for not wanting to participate in "hookup culture." Featured Video For You My awkward first date with an AI companion Rascoff also told Financial Times that Match's board has given him leeway to prioritize investments in new products and advertising, and now he's trying to increase the total number of people on Tinder as opposed to solely focusing on increasing paid users, as he figures the more people use the app, a segment would decide to pay for it.He also bucked the notion that people have swiped left on dating apps entirely. "It's ridiculous to say people don’t like dating apps," he said. "That's just not true, people don’t like dating apps that are ineffective."While dating app users themselves may disagree, as fatigue and cynicism for dating apps have been increasing over the past few years, one Match Group property keeps rising: Hinge. While Tinder's direct revenue and paying users have declined, Hinge's have risen in both 2024 and 2025.The interview comes weeks after Tinder announced a suite of new features, including an AI-driven matchmaker called Chemistry.

April 20 has become the day to celebrate cannabis culture in the United States. We're not going to tell you how you should celebrate this occasion, but we are going to point out the fact that a number of popular restaurants are offering food deals on this date. You never know when the munchies are going to hit, so it's best to stay prepared.You can find limited-time food offers from the likes of Wingstop, Chipotle, Subway, and Taco Bell, and more. We've checked out everything on offer to bring you the very best 4/20 food deals.BJ’s Restaurant and BrewhouseOn April 20, score a Pizookie for only $4.20.Blazed PizzaOn April 20, Blaze Pizza is offering its BFF Bundle for $25.99. This deal is online only.ChipotleOn April 20 at participating restaurants, score a Buy One Get One Free entree by wearing a hockey jersey.Del TacoScore a Buy One Get One Free deal on Carne Asada Fries from April 17-20. You can also get free delivery on orders over $20.Dog HausRewards members can get a free cheeseburger slider for spending $4.20 or more on April 20.Insomnia CookiesOn April 20, Insomnia Rewards Members can buy four classic cookies and get two for free. This offer is available for in-store and pickup orders only.KFCOn April 20, score a Pot Pie Combo for only $4.20, a Chick N’ Nug Meal for only $20, and two for $2.95 Original Recipe, Extra Crispy Chicken, or Hand-breaded Tenders. This offer is only available in-app or online.SubwaySub Club members can get a Buy One, Get One Free Footlong deal with the promo code FLBOGO.Taco BellSpend $20 or more through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Postmates and get a large Nacho Fries for free. WingstopOn April 20, Wingstop is giving away 420 limited‑edition collectible trays at select locations in Los Angeles, San Jose, New York City, and Atlanta. This is available with the purchase of a Hot Box while supplies last.

SAVE $250: The Roborock Qrevo robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $399.99, down from the list price of $649.99. That's a 38% discount and the same sale price we saw last month during the Amazon Big Spring Sale. Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo robot vacuum and mop $399.99 at Amazon $649.99 Save $250   Get Deal Robot vacuums used to be something that needed babysitting. They would stumble down the stairs or get stuck under furniture and cry (beep) for help. But these days, we have smarter robot vacuums and ones that can mop your home, too. If you're in the market for a powerful robot vacuum and mop that doesn't cost a fortune, check out this Amazon deal.As of April 20, the Roborock Qrevo robot vacuum and mop is on sale at Amazon for $399.99, marked down from the standard price of $649.99. That's a 38% discount that shaves $250 off the price. It's the same sale price we saw last month during the Amazon Big Spring Sale.With 8,000Pa suction power, an anti-tangle brush, and an all-in-one charging dock, the Roborock Qrevo robot vacuum and mop would like to take over the tasks of vacuuming and mopping your home. The suction is designed to rid your floors of hair, fur, dust, crumbs, and other debris on any surface. SEE ALSO: Normally over $1,000, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station is $698.99 for a limited time In terms of mopping, the Roborock Qrevo uses high-speed rotation to clean any mess. With 30 levels of water floor, even a sticky spill should get cleaned with the 200rpm dual spinning mop pads. The obstacle avoidance makes this model suitable for all homes and it can map up to four floors.While it's back at the same price we saw during the Amazon Big Spring Sale, upgrade your home's cleaning routine with the Roborock Qrevo robot vacuum and mop. Many combo vacuum and mop models can cost hundreds more, so this is a great chance to score a dual-cleaning robot for less.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be launching a tariff refund site for international importers on Monday, April 20.The current tariff situation is, frankly, confusing. First, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in February that President Donald Trump does not have the power to unilaterally impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA), striking down one of the president's signature policies. After the ruling, Trump called the justices "fools" and "lapdogs" and pledged to implement a 10-percent global tariff.As a result of the ruling, many importers will be eligible for refunds for the unconstitutional tariff fees levied against them.What is the new tariff refund site?The tariff refund site will be administered through U.S. Customs and Border Protection and is scheduled to launch on Monday, April 20.The new Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) portal will be available through the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) website. More information can be found in a regularly updated CBP blog post."CAPE is designed to consolidate refunds of IEEPA duties including interest rather than processing refunds on an entry-by-entry basis," the website states.Want to learn more about getting the best out of your tech? Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories and Deals newsletters today.Who is eligible for refunds?The CAPE portal is designed for companies who paid tariff fees, importers of record, and authorized customs brokers. These entities will need to submit a declaration through the CAPE portal. "Importers and authorized brokers should anticipate that valid IEEPA refunds will generally be issued within 60-90 days following acceptance of the CAPE Declaration, unless a compliance concern requires further CBP review," the CBP writes.Can American consumers get refunds, too?While the CAPE portal is designed for importers, companies like Costco and FedEx have pledged to pass along refunds to affected customers, according to Axios.If you're hoping for prices to come down as a result of the Supreme Court ruling, as we reported at the time, this is unlikely."Consumers shouldn’t see meaningful price relief soon," Ravin Gandhi, CEO of GMM Nonstick Coatings and an expert on tariffs, told Mashable in February. "Tariffs were just one piece in the overall pricing structure — and businesses don’t typically lower prices immediately when a cost input disappears — especially with so much inflationary pressure," Gandhi said. "Even though the ruling is legally significant, the short-term economic impact may not happen as fast as the headlines are suggesting."

SAVE 25%: As of April 20, you can get the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses for $224.25 at Amazon, down from $299. That's a 25% discount or $74.75 savings. Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses (Gen 1) $224.25 at Amazon $299 Save $74.75   Get Deal at Amazon If you're tired of your earbuds falling out during calls or reaching for your phone every time it dings, you might want to consider a smart wearable like the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses. SEE ALSO: Apple is reportedly working on an AI pin wearable that is AirTag-sized Right now, you can get 'em for $224.25, down from $299, at Amazon. That's a 25% discount, or $74.75 in savings, and the lowest price we've seen these smart glasses go for yet.You wouldn't know it just by looking at them, but these frames have a lot going on. Mashable's former East Coast Tech Editor, Kimberly Gedeon, tested them out on her commute and called the open-ear audio "crisp, full, and rich — total ear candy." They also feature an ultra-wide 12MP camera for hands-free photos and 60-second videos, plus a built-in Meta AI that can answer questions or translate languages in real-time. And, if wearing a microphone and camera on your face sounds a little intimidating, you can easily tweak the privacy settings or turn off voice commands whenever you want.

TL;DR: Live stream New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Playoffs for free on YouTube. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The NBA has entered into its dramatic final stage. The NBA Playoffs are here to deliver huge matchups over the next few weeks. Expect huge performances from star players, big moments that will be talked about for years to come, and incredible energy from fans. And you don't get much more passionate than Madison Square Garden in the playoffs. The New York Knicks are 1-0 up in the series. Can they go 2-0 before heading to Atlanta?If you want to watch Knicks vs. Hawks in the NBA Playoffs for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.When is Knicks vs. Hawks?New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Playoffs starts at 8 p.m. ET on April 20. This game takes place at Madison Square Garden.How to watch Knicks vs. Hawks for freeNew York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Playoffs is available to live stream for free on YouTube.This free live stream is geo-restricted to India, but anyone can secure access with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in India, meaning you can access free live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.Stream the NBA for free by following these simple steps:Subscribe to a VPN (we tested ExpressVPN and it worked great)Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)Open up the app and connect to a server in IndiaVisit YouTubeWatch the NBA for free from anywhere in the world Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.99 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Learn More The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but they do tend to offer money-back guarantees or free trials. By leveraging these offers, you can watch NBA live streams without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can watch select games from the NBA before recovering your investment.What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best service for accessing free live streams on platforms like YouTube, for a number of reasons:Servers in 105 countriesEasy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and moreStrict no-logging policy so your data is secureFast connection speeds free from throttlingUp to 10 simultaneous connections30-day money-back guaranteeA two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).Live stream the NBA for free with ExpressVPN.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be a little easier if you know your sports teams.As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. The sports Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Each puzzle features 16 words, and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes before the game ends. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media. SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:Yellow: Golden stateGreen: Almost Boston teamsBlue: Olympic gloryPurple: Running destinationsHere are today's Connections: Sports Edition categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:Yellow: California Baseball TeamsGreen: Shortened Nicknames for Boston TeamsBlue: Associated with the Miracle on IcePurple: World Marathon MajorsLooking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.Drumroll, please!The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #574 is...What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?California Baseball Teams — A'S, ANGELS, GIANTS, PADRESShortened Nicknames for Boston Teams — B'S, C'S, PATS, SOXAssociated With the Miracle on Ice — 1980, BROOKS, HOCKEY, LAKE PLACIDWorld Marathon Majors — BERLIN, BOSTON, CHICAGO, TOKYODon't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

SAVE $30: As of April 20, the AirPods 4 (without ANC) are on sale for $99 at Amazon. This is $30 off their list price of $129. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $99 at Amazon $129 Save $30   Get Deal Apple users, it's time to celebrate! Amazon has dropped the price of the AirPods 4 (without ANC) back down to $99. If you've had your eyes on these earbuds but have been waiting for a nice discount to come around, this is a great opportunity to grab them for less.Usually the AirPods 4 (without ANC) are listed for $129, so this deal saves you $30 overall. It's a pretty nice sub-$100 offer to take advantage of right now, and one that may not be live for long. So if you've been hoping to add them to your Apple collection, this is the time to make a move. Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 2 messages/day. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up! AirPods 4 may not come with noise-canceling features, but they still boast great sound quality that lets you enjoy your favorite music, audio books, podcasts, and more while you're out and about this spring. We consider them the best cheap AirPods in our roundup of the best budget earbuds, noting that they, "deliver five hours of battery life and smooth sound quality." That battery life can even be pushed up to 30 hours with the charging case.This roundup also adds that, "even if you go for the pair without ANC, you'll save $50 and still enjoy the multi-dimensional audio that the AirPods can provide. Not to mention, the microphone is crisp and clear on the AirPods 4 so you can take calls on them without a problem."Treat yourself to some new AirPods with this great deal on AirPods 4 at Amazon.