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Been on the lookout over Prime Day for some 4K Blu-ray deals? I've been searching through them and have picked offers on discs I've tested as part of our Blu-ray Bounty feature, so I know these discs are worth your time.
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Amazon Prime Day can be a great time for 4K Blu-ray sales and this time is no different. Some highlight discs I've found include Sinners, which is both a picture and audio showcase, especially for Dolby Atmos. There's also Se7en, a fantastic-looking movie with plenty of richly detailed scenes that show off 4K's clarity, which look great on the best OLED TVs.
Sunset Boulevard looks excellent on 4K and shows what new life it can bring to older movies. My final highlight here is F1. If you're looking for a disc to show off your sound system, be that one of the best soundbars or a full surround setup, this is an awesome disc.
Prime Day deals for 6 4K Blu-rays I've tested - US WARNER BROS Sinners 4K Blu-ray WARNER BROS Seven 4K Blu-ray Paramount Sunset Boulevard 4K Blu-ray WARNER BROS F1: The Movie 4K Blu-ray Paramount Minority Report 4K Blu-ray UNIVERSAL Wicked 4K Blu-ray Prime Day deals for 6 4K Blu-rays I've tested - UK Warner Bros Sinners 4K Blu-ray Warner Bros Seven 4K Blu-ray (Steelbook) Paramount Home Entertainment Sunset Boulevard 4K Blu-ray Warner Bros F1: The Movie 4K Blu-ray 20th Century Pictures Minority Report 4K Blu-ray Walt Disney Tombstone 4K Blu-ray More Prime Day deals in the US- Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
- Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
- Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
- Back-to-school tech: 48% off laptops, headphones & tablets
- Cheap TVs: Samsung, Sony & LG from $89.99
- Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
- Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
- Smartwatches: up to $250 off Garmin & Apple
- Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34
- Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
- Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
- Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
- Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & De'Longhi
- Fans: from £20
- Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
- Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
- Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
- Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura
- ExtraHop’s Global Threat Landscape Report shows 49% of ransomware victims only detected attacks after data theft, up from 31% last year
- Average dwell time before detection is 2.5 weeks; attackers exploit encrypted channels, valid accounts, and alert fatigue to evade defenses
- Ransom payments fell from $3.6M to $2.8M, but payment frequency rose sharply, with 83% of surveyed victims paying in 2026 vs. 70% in 2025
Criminals are getting better at hiding within their victims’ infrastructure, lurking and stealing files without triggering any alarms whatsoever.
Earlier today, network detection and response experts ExtraHop released the “Global Threat Landscape Report”, based on a survey of more than 1,800 IT and security leaders worldwide. In it, it is said that roughly half (49%) of organizations that were struck by ransomware did not detect the threat until after the data was stolen.
This is up from 31% a year ago, ExtraHop stressed, showing the improvement criminals made within just 12 months.
Several factorsOn average, cybercriminals have 2.5 weeks of quiet time before being spotted in ransomware incidents, the report stated. Furthermore, 14% of victims were unaware of an attack until receiving a ransom demand, which is also up from 6% a year ago.
“Prolonged dwell times often parallel a highly complex threat environment where critical alerts are obscured,” ExtraHop said in a press release shared with TechRadar Pro. The researchers uncovered several factors that led to delays in investigating critical alerts, including attackers using encrypted channels (41%), attacker activity mirroring legitimate workflows and processes (38%), using valid, high-privilege account permissions (34%), and alert fatigue (30%). Undermined baseline behavior also enabled anomalous actions to fly under the radar (27%).
The good news is that the average ransom payment dropped year-on-year, from $3.6 million down to $2.8 million. However, the bad news is that the payment frequency spiked. While in 2025 70% of respondents paid a ransom, this year 83% have done the same, at least among ExtraHop’s respondents.
When Chainalysis ran a similar survey recently, it said that in 2025 the number of successful ransomware attacks grew, while the number of payments remained relatively flat, meaning that in absolute numbers - there were fewer companies paying ransomware attackers.
We now know with more certainty than before that your next iPhone, especially if it's a more affordable model, will probably be more expensive come September.
Allow me to walk you back through my reasoning.
At approximately 8:30AM ET (that's 10:30PM AEST) the RAM crisis reached Apple shores in the form of price hikes across multiple product categories, including MacBooks, Macs, iPads, and HomePods.
It was inevitable and, as Apple told us, the culprit is clear: "The rapid expansion of AI data centers has created an extraordinary surge in demand for memory and storage."
It's the component crunch we've seen repeated over and over again. Everything from the latest gaming rigs to storage and memory is getting more expensive.
And it's only going to get worse.
"We are not at the bottom and will take more time to climb out," wrote Creative Strategies Founder and longtime analyst Tim Bajarin when I asked him via email if this marked a tipping point for our RAM crisis travails. It did feel like Apple held off as long as possible, and I think Bajarin concurs, "Apple had no choice," he wrote to me.
No RAM crisis end in sightNot only does Bajarin see the issue continuing, but he thinks it could drag on for years. As he wrote in his recent Forbes column, with just a few major memory factories already "maxed out" and those under construction years away from coming online, "I see this memory squeeze at the least lasting another two years," he told me via email.
This aligns, by the way, with reports we've seen elsewhere from those who run these memory plants.
"We expect tight conditions to persist beyond calendar 2027 as a result of AI-driven demand across all segments coupled with structural supply constraints," said Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra in a recent earnings report.
We've all been wondering if and when the RAM crisis would affect iPhone prices, and while the fresh price hikes miss out iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods, Apple's comment on why it raised the prices now, makes it clear that they're probablly not done: "We have shielded our customers from these increases so far, but we have now reached a point where we need to begin raising prices on a number of products, including today’s increases for iPad and Mac."
Did you pick up the key phrase? "need to begin raising prices". Apple didn't say, "we've raised the prices," and instead opened the door to further hikes.
Those price increases might come to the full lineups in affected product categories, but I believe that this issue will affect the anticipated iPhone 18 launch in September.
But wait. It gets worse.
An affordability crisisBajarin says the price/performance trajectory we've seen for decades (more and faster/better tech for lower prices) is, with this component crisis reversing itself, making it harder to build affordable devices, or rather devices at affordable prices, because one of the key components is exponentially more expensive than ever. We already have some evidence of this with Nothing cancelling its affordable model in response to RAM crisis.
This means that those who usually buy the iPhone Pro, iPhone Pro Max, and iPhone Air might easily absorb higher prices because they can probably already afford them.
It's with base models like the anticipated iPhone 18 where a dramatic increase could push the phone out of reach. This will, by the way, affect Android phones too (see Nothing, above), especially, Bajarin notes, those affordable handsets sold around the world.
You see, they all source their memory from the same handful of suppliers. It's all in shorter supply and more expensive.
In the end, if any of us thought Apple could hold out indefinitely and show the industry a way around this AI-led RAM crisis (the AI boom isn't slowing down, and its demands on energy, water, and memory will probably only increase), they were mistaken. Apple isn't magic, RAM doesn't grow on trees, and we're in for a very rough couple of years.
A look at all the Apple price hikesiPad price changes — USDevice
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iPad
$349
$449
$100 (29%)
iPad Air 11
$599
$749
$150 (25%)
iPad Air 13
$749
$949
$200 (27%)
iPad Pro 11
$999
$1,199
$200 (20%)
iPad Pro 13
$1,299
$1,499
$200 (15%)
iPad mini
$499
$599
$100 (20%)
iPad price changes — UKDevice
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iPad
£329
£429
£100 (30%)
iPad Air 11
£599
£749
£150 (25%)
iPad Air 13
£799
£949
£150 (19%)
iPad Pro 11
£999
£1,199
£200 (20%)
iPad Pro 13
£1,299
£1,499
£200 (15%)
iPad mini
£499
£599
£100 (20%)
iPad price changes — AUDevice
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iPad
AU$599
AU$749
AU$150 (25%)
iPad Air 11
AU$999
AU$1,249
AU$250 (25%)
iPad Air 13
AU$1,299
AU$1,599
AU$300 (23%)
iPad Pro 11
AU$1,699
AU$1,999
AU$300 (18%)
iPad Pro 13
AU$2,199
AU$2,599
AU$400 (18%)
iPad mini
AU$799
AU$949
AU$249 (36%)
Mac price changes — USDevice
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MacBook Neo
$599
$699
$100 (17%)
MacBook Air 13
$1,099
$1,299
$200 (18%)
MacBook Air 15
$1,299
$1,499
$200 (15%)
MacBook Pro M5
$1,699
$1,999
$300 (18%)
MacBook Pro M5 Pro
$2,199
$2,499
$300 (14%)
MacBook Pro M5 Max
$3,599
$4,099
$500 (14%)
Mac mini*
$599
$799
$200 (33%)
iMac
$1,299
$1,499
$200 (15%)
Mac Studio (M4 Max)
$1,999
$2,499
$500 (25%)
Mac Studio (M3 Ultra)
$3,999
$5,299
$1,300 (33%)
Mac price changes — UKDevice
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MacBook Neo
£599
£699
£100 (17%)
MacBook Air 13
£1,099
£1,299
£200 (18%)
MacBook Air 15
£1,299
£1,499
£200 (15%)
MacBook Pro M5
£1,699
£1,999
£300 (18%)
MacBook Pro M5 Pro
£2,199
£2,499
£300 (14%)
MacBook Pro M5 Max
£3,599
£4,099
£500 (14%)
Mac mini*
£699
£799
£100 (14%)
iMac
£1,299
£1,499
£200 (15%)
Mac Studio (M4 Max)
£1,999
£2,499
£500 (25%)
Mac Studio (M3 Ultra)
£3,999
£5,299
£1,300 (33%)
Mac price changes — AUDevice
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MacBook Neo
AU$899
AU$1,049
AU$150 (17%)
MacBook Air 13
AU$1,799
AU$2,099
AU$300 (17%)
MacBook Air 15
AU$2,199
AU$2,499
AU$300 (14%)
MacBook Pro M5
AU$2,699
AU$3,199
AU$500 (19%)
MacBook Pro M5 Pro
AU$3,499
AU$3,999
AU$500 (14%)
MacBook Pro M5 Max
AU$5,799
AU$6,399
AU$600 (11%)
Mac mini*
AU$999
AU$1,299
AU$300 (30%)
iMac
AU$1,999
AU$2,399
AU$400 (20%)
Mac Studio (M4 Max)
AU$3,499
AU$4,299
AU$800 (23%)
Mac Studio (M3 Ultra)
AU$6,999
AU$9,099
AU$2,100 (30%)
Other price changes — USDevice
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HomePod mini
$99
$129
$30 (30%)
HomePod
$299
$349
$50 (17%)
Apple TV 4K
$129
$199
$70 (54%)
Vision Pro
$3,499
$3,699
$200 (6%)
Other price changes — UKDevice
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HomePod mini
£99
£129
£30 (30%)
HomePod
£299
£349
£50 (17%)
Apple TV 4K
£149
£199
£50 (34%)
Vision Pro
£3,199
£3,499
£300 (9%)
Other price changes — AUDevice
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HomePod mini
AU$149
AU$199
AU$50 (34%)
HomePod
AU$479
AU$549
AU$70 (15%)
Apple TV 4K
AU$219
AU$299
AU$80 (37%)
Vision Pro
AU$5,999
AU$6,299
AU$300 (5%)
AMD has seen its Instinct GPUs continue to get traction in an increasingly competitive marketplace, as it continues to take data center market share from new and existing players and ekes out wins with gaming-centric CPUs in the consumer market.
Its most recent acquisition of MEXT, an AI-centric startup that currently deploys software that allows users to treat NAND flash as DRAM at an operating system level.
AMD says Santa Clara-based MEXT a "pioneer in AI-driven memory optimization technology".
SSD storage to DRAM for data centers?The idea that MEXT builds on is hardly a new one, but one that it seems to have refined considerably, making it an important acquisition at a time when hyperscalers continue to struggle with limited DRAM availability, even as an even worse SSD crisis looks to be on the horizon.
MEXT's Predictive Memory is essentially a tiering engine that monitors which memory pages applications tend to access, treating regularly accessed sections as "hot" working sets kept in DRAM while offloading "cold" or less frequently accessed sections to SSDs.
This allows for a far lower performance offset than using all of one's flash memory as DRAM, with the latter being an order of magnitude faster for access, even as speed becomes a driving factor for newer chips that are increasingly memory-bound.
There is also an important economic factor at play here: DRAM is nearly 50 times more expensive than the corresponding NAND flash, making cost and scalability key considerations for most data centers looking to avoid an already expensive DRAM market that is slated to only get worse over time.
The move itself is not AMD's first foray into the storage segment, with its consumer-focused StoreMi offering essentially allowing a faster SSD to work as a cache, making up for slower drives on one's system by essentially creating a copy of files that regularly need to be loaded or accessed on the fastest possible storage solution.
Its lesser-known (and since abandoned) Radeon RAMdisk offering allows users to do the exact opposite of what MEXT is offering: creating a very fast virtual disk on existing system memory. even as enthusiasts have replicated the idea on AMD's ultra-fast 3D V-Cache tech.
AMD's purchase makes sense given how deeply embedded its hardware is expected to be in datacenters over the next decade, and one could argue that MEXT's team, which offers expertise in AI infrastructure and memory systems, could be a much more prized acquisition than the underlying technology it offers.
AI and chip talent have become increasingly difficult to lock in, with companies splurging to attract some of the biggest names in both segments, and MEXT's acquisition could help both AMD's short-term and long-term goals in the data center segment.
I think it's safe to say that a large majority of the British public have been struggling to get through their daily lives in this extreme summer weather, but if you're a freak for the heat, well, props to you.
Since it's Amazon Prime Day, everyone has been racing to try and get their hands on the best fans before the online retailer is completely ransacked, but we've just spotted this fan and air conditioner hybrid (it's more of an air cooler) for less than £100, and it's quite a steal if you ask me.
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One of the few remaining air coolers on Amazon is the Midea 5L 3-in-1 Portable Air Conditioner, an evaporative air cooler that's now at £89.99 from £93.49. While we haven't had the chance to test it out yet, there's no denying that this is an affordable price point for most people who are searching for the key to cooling their home. But in spite of its undoubtedly handy features, there's something you should know before you add it to your basket.
Today's best Midea 5L Air Cooler dealThis is more than a standard oscillating fan, it uses water to project a cold breeze into a humid room which, given this heat, sounds like a dream on paper. And it's not too expensive either compared to the likes of the premium range of Dyson fans, which are well into the triple figures. View Deal
Price aside, the Midea 3-in-1 fan does come with some functional perks, the main ones being its fan, humidifier, and cooling settings, giving you a variety of options depending on your need.
Its large 5-litre tank is a plentiful, and when it's filled to the top, you can make the most of its air-cooling properties for up to 12 hours each day before refilling, so that way, you're not constantly patrolling back and forth to fill it up. You can also choose from three speeds and two operation modes, normal and natural, to adjust the air flow to your comfort.
Sounds great for its price point right? And it is, but the only caveat is that it adds moisture to your air which, when it gets quite humid in the summer months, can make the air feel even hotter. Therefore, the more moisture added to the air in your home, the more moisture in the air the heat has to work with.
In short, evaporative air coolers like this one will solve your issues in dry heat, but as for humid heat (which it currently is in the UK), the results may not be the same. If this has swayed you in the opposite direction, here's an alternative dehumidifier we've selected below.
We haven't had the chance to test this one out yet, but we've had plenty of hands-on experience with Honeywell's range of other home tech and we've been pleased each time. This model comes with a 3.4-litre water tank and custom humidity controls levels, as well as a smart mode that can automatically adjust dehumidification. And it's not going to make an absolute racket while in use either, it produces sounds up to 44db. View Deal
More Prime Day deals in the UK- Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
- Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
- Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
- Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
- Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
- Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
- Essentials: household goods from £5
- Fans: from £20
- Fashion: up to 50% off
- Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
- Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
- Laptops: from £149
- Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
- Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
- TVs: from £129.99
- Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
- Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura
Catan is a board game icon for a reason. It takes everything you love about childhood classics and serves them with gameplay that's much more satisfying, properly blending luck and skill. But which version should you play?
With Amazon Prime Day US deals serving up so many different versions of Catan it can feel impossible to choose one, thankfully for you I’ve played them all and I know the answer.
The base game is at a phenomenally good asking price of $29.99 — saving you 45% at Amazon if you’re a Prime member — but there are plenty of alternatives and expansions to consider sticking in your basket too.
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(Image credit: Future/Matt Thrower)Of course, the classic base game is the best starting point, especially with the Prime Day deal Amazon has going on right now. The only issue is that the game can have an awkward number of players at exactly three or four, which is why the five-to-six player expansion is an excellent pickup if, like me, you find your game nights are rarely small enough for the base limit.
Alternatively my partner I have loved the two-player Rivals game as it provides a lot of the same strategic rivalry without needing a group over to get a game in.
If you’ve opted for the classic original, you also have the option to enhance it with one of three expansions (which can be expanded further with components for five or six-player games). My favorite is Cities & Knights as it takes core elements in the base game and makes them a little more complex — such as expanding the role of cities, and giving your army of knights an enemy to oppose — without altering the game so much that it feels inaccessible. Explorers & Pirates alters the game board to include islands to be explored (and harvested), as well as pirates to contend with; much like Cities & Knights, it expands the core elements of the base game without making it feel unfamiliar.
Traders & Barbarians includes several smaller changes in one larger package. There are new two-player rules, you can replace dice rolls with event cards, there are new trading mechanics, and the addition of fishing — a mechanic all games need in my opinion.
Lastly, I’ve included three entirely different standalone versions of Catan. New Energies will feel very familiar except there’s now an energy mechanic, with consequences to contend with as you pollute the world (and benefits to be gained by investing in renewables). Dawn of Humankind introduces a much larger map (essentially the whole globe) and encourages true exploration and travel supported by the game’s familiar resource gathering. Meanwhile, On the Road turns the classic into a portable card game with streamlined rules that make it excellent for playing while traveling.
Dawn of Humankind is pricier than we’ve seen in the past, unfortunately, but I love these Catan alternatives so much that I can’t include them.
Prime Day board game sale — top picksThe best Catan games and expansions CATAN Board Game (6th Edition) CATAN Catan 5-6 Player Board Game Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Rivals 2-player Card Game (Deluxe) CATAN Explorers & Pirates Board Game Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Traders & Barbarians Board Game Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Cities & Knights Board Game Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Explorers & Pirates 5-6 Player Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Traders & Barbarians 5-6 Player Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN Cities & Knights 5-6 Player Expansion (6th Edition) CATAN New Energies Board Game CATAN On The Road Card Game CATAN Dawn of Humankind Board Game More Prime Day deals in the US- Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
- Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
- Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
- Back-to-school tech: 48% off laptops, headphones & tablets
- Cheap TVs: Samsung, Sony & LG from $89.99
- Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
- Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
- Smartwatches: up to $250 off Garmin & Apple
- Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34
Dell has knocked a massive $680 off its Dell 16 Plus Laptop now $750 (was $1430) as part of its laptop sale. But you'll need to be quick - this limited time deal ends in a few hours (seriously, Dell even has a countdown clock running).
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The 16 Plus is a true mid-range machine aimed at business and creative professionals who need real performance. It's thin, lightweight, and even boasts a full-sized keyboard for effortlessly ploughing through work.
The US configuration ships with an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor, 16GB LPDDR5X memory, and a 1TB SSD. The 16-inch 2.5K IPS display with ComfortView Plus is a highlight — it's a noticeably more capable screen than you'd typically get at this price. For UK readers, the closest configuration powered by the same chip is the Dell 16 Plus with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD for £599 (was £1199).
Today's top laptop dealThe Dell 16 Plus is a mid-range professional-grade laptop powered by a Core Ultra 7 chip, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. If you want smooth workflows, this is the Dell machine I'd recommend for business.
In the UK: now £599 (was £1199)View Deal
In our Dell 16 Plus review, we said: "The Dell 16 Plus offers a solid mid-tier laptop experience throughout. Between great general computing performance for any college student or executive and long-lasting battery life, the base $799 options make a ton of sense. Add a thin and lightweight design, and there’s much to appreciate here."
However, it's worth noting that the webcam and speakers were disappointing, and I'd definitely recommend upgrading them with external options. We've added a few picks to our guide on Prime Day home office deals, like the Obsbot Meet and Anker Powerconf.
Overall, though, this Dell laptop proved to be a a quality Windows machine that's thin, lightweight, and seriously portable. We badged this one with a TechRadar Recommends award.
Also consider: More Dell laptop dealsIntel Core Ultra 7 256V | 16GB LPDDR5X | 1TB SSD
The Dell 14 Plus is a slim, lightweight 14-inch machines with a 2.5K resolution. Several configurations are discounted right now, but if you want a back to school or office laptop, the cheaper of the two is well-specced and well-priced for that.View Deal
Intel Core i7-1355U | 16GB DDR5 | 1TB SSD
For general work and study tasks, the Dell 15 Laptop is a rock-solid workhorse. If you're just looking for a reliable laptop, this is my go-to recommendation. View Deal
- The Vesuvius Challenge is decoding scrolls hit by the 79 AD eruption
- Another scroll has just been partially read by AI
- This is despite the scroll being rolled up and severely burned
Look at the ancient PHerc 1667 scroll, recovered from the ancient Roman town of Herculaneum that was smothered by the Mount Vesuvius eruption of 79 AD, and you'd think there wasn't much chance of finding out what was written on it. It's rolled up, burned and blackened, and impossible to open up without destroying most of it.
However, using the latest AI techniques, researchers from the Vesuvius Challenge project (via The Guardian) have now been able to read 20 columns of sealed-off text, describing the stoic philosophy that was much discussed at the time — and how it relates to ethics, art, and human behavior.
Here's how it works: without needing to open up this scroll and others like it, a combination of X-rays and AI algorithms can be used to recognize subtle differences between papyrus fibers locked away in the charred manuscript. That tells researchers where the ink is.
Further AI processing can identify and fill out fragments of lettering, and suggest possibilities for what might be missing. It's then left to human researchers to read through and interpret what the writing actually means — an approach that has seen multiple successes since the Vesuvius Challenge launched in 2023.
Digging into the textsAI and human researches combine forces to decode the texts (Image credit: Vesuvius Challenge)Experts think that PHerc 1667 may actually date from two or three centuries before Mount Vesuvius erupted, making it an intriguing look into the ancient past. The same cloud of fire and ash that enveloped Herculaneum also (and more famously) covered Pompeii, though the two towns were preserved in quite different ways.
Researchers working on the project say the scroll is one of many thought to be housed inside a library, and part of a luxury Roman villa. Before now, the scroll has already been broken in half — it now measures just 8 cm (3.15 inches) in length — and part of it has disintegrated from previous attempts to tease it open.
Each new discovery reveals more about the scroll collection as a whole, including how these texts relate to each other and who authored them. An initial analysis suggests this particular scroll may have been written by the Greek philosopher Chrysippus, a prominent member of the stoic school.
"People now know that this can be done and now we're exploring what [the texts] actually mean," one of the research team, computer scientist Professor Brent Seales from the University of Kentucky, told The Guardian. "For me that's the World Cup. I just won the World Cup: that's my victory."
The RAM crisis is gradually ruining PC and console gaming, with higher prices, notably with Microsoft increasing prices for its Xbox consoles. Gamers only have AI to blame, as data centers and their demand worsen memory availability.
Fortunately, OLED monitors are not in the category of hardware seeing price hikes as a result of the RAM crisis, and unsurprisingly so, since they don't require RAM.
Affordability is key, and Prime Day has opened the door to cheaper OLED monitors. A prime example is the Alienware AW3425DW OLED ultrawide available on Amazon for £589.33 (was £693.70), providing an immersive visual experience for any PC gamer, especially one upgrading from a 16:9 display.
The Alienware AW3425DW OLED ultrawide gaming monitor is an easy choice for any PC gamer looking to level up their visual experience. With an OLED panel and a 240Hz refresh rate, you'll be able to enjoy fantastic image quality with deep black levels and fast, smooth gameplay in motion.View Deal
This model is very similar to my former Alienware AW3424DWF ultrawide, but this AW3425DW model features a faster 240Hz refresh rate instead of 165Hz, and HDMI 2.1 compatibility.
There's so much to enjoy when upgrading from a regular LED display to an OLED, as it completely revitalizes the visual experience when gaming. Scenery that is supposed to be dark will indeed be entirely dark, making games like Resident Evil Requiem even more immersive with its horror.
I've still got my eye on Alienware's 5K2K display, but if you're out for something more affordable, the AW3425DW is the one to opt for.
More Prime Day deals in the UK- Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
- Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
- Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
- Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
- Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
- Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
- Essentials: household goods from £5
- Fans: from £20
- Fashion: up to 50% off
- Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
- Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
- Laptops: from £149
- Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
- Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
- TVs: from £129.99
- Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
- Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura
Supergirl has finally taken flight in theaters — and, if you're weighing up whether to see it, read my Supergirl review first to find out if it's worth doing so.
If you've already made up your mind about not seeing the DC Universe (DCU) movie on the big screen, though, you might be wondering when it'll be available to watch at home.
So, when might the Milly Alcock-fronted superhero film make its streaming debut? Below, I've offered my thoughts on its possible HBO Max release date, so read on to see when it might come to one of the world's best streaming services.
Does Supergirl have an HBO Max release date?Supergirl and Krypto's first joint big-screen adventure will drop on HBO Max later this year (Image credit: DC Studios/Warner Bros. Pictures)No. One of this year's many new movies only landed in theaters globally on June 26, so it'll be a while before it airs on Warner Bros. Discovery's (WBD) streaming platform.
That said, we can use some recent examples of WBD movies releasing on HBO Max to take an educated guess at when it may join the service's library.
For starters, Superman, the first DCU Chapter One flick, dropped on HBO Max on September 19, 2025. That means it came to the platform exactly 70 days after its initial theatrical release on July 11, 2025.
Ruthye is one of many supporting characters you'll see in Supergirl (Image credit: DC Studios/Warner Bros. Pictures)If Supergirl follows in Superman's footsteps, it would make its HBO Max bow on September 4, 2026 — but, how likely is that to happen?
Well, Warner Bros. movies that have come out this year and are now on HBO Max include Wuthering Heights, The Bride!, and They Will Kill You. Curiously, this trio all launched on the service 77 days their original theatrical release dates.
Should other films yet to launch on HBO Max, such as Mortal Kombat II and Lee Cronin's The Mummy, also arrive 77 days after their theatrical debuts, Supergirl may similarly follow this release pattern, and be available to stream at home on September 11. (NB: Lee Cronin's The Mummy is now confirmed to make its HBO Max debut on July 3, aka 77 days after its original release date).
However, considering the aforementioned date is when the 9/11 attacks, aka one of the most tragic events in US history, occurred, I'd be very surprised if the movie formerly known as Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow comes out on that date. My best guess, then, is that Supergirl will make its streaming bow on September 4 or 18.
What is the runtime for Supergirl?Supergirl's first silver screen story in 40 years clocks in at under two hours (Image credit: DC Studios/Warner Bros. Pictures)Supergirl is one of the shortest superhero films of all time. Indeed, at just one hour and 47 minutes, Kara Zor-El's second-ever standalone film, which includes its end-credits crawl, is certainly on the punchier side.
For those of you with small bladders, though, that means you might only need to take one bathroom break during your screening, if you need to take any at all!
Does Supergirl have any end-credits scenes?Does Lobo make an appearance in any Supergirl post-credits scenes? (Image credit: DC Studios/Warner Bros. Pictures)You'll need to read my Supergirl ending explained piece to find out. It goes without saying, but that article is full of spoilers, so only read it once you've seen the DCU flick.
Haven't done so yet, but want to find out more before you do? First, read up on everything you need to know about Supergirl. Then, check out my Supergirl cast and character guide to learn who's joins Alcock in DC Studios' latest film.
For two years, I was TechRadar's chief vacuum tester. That wasn't my actual job title (more's the pity) but that is mostly what I was doing. My main takeaway from those very housework-heavy times is that most people should ignore the flashy cordless stick vacuums and just buy a corded upright. And that's especially true for anyone with pets, lots of carpet, or a home with many people living in it.
I'll get into exactly why I've turned into such a corded upright evangelist below, but I'd like to flag up first that if you were going to convert, now would be a great time to do so. We're just nearing the end of the Amazon Prime Day sales and there are a ton of discounts on corded upright vacuums from Shark — if you're quick. (Want to see? Skip my waffle and jump straight to the deals.)
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Why buy a corded upright?Why are corded upright vacuums the superior type of vacuum? Three big reasons:
#1. The suction is better
The main reason to choose a corded upright is because, as a general rule of thumb, the suction is almost always better than on a cordless model. If you have carpet, hairy pets, or a high-traffic household, it's just going to be much more effective at keeping it clean.
#2. They last longer
Speaking generally, corded uprights are typically more robust and longer-lasting than cordless options — possibly because often, on a cordless vacuum, the first thing to expire will be the battery. A decent lifespan on a cordless stick vac might be 2-5 years, whereas many upright models can run and run... my mum has a corded upright that used to belong to my grandmother, and has been in use for maybe two decades. It's still going strong.
#3. You can clean, uninterrupted, for longer
With a corded vacuum, you're never going to run out of juice mid-clean. Perhaps even more significant is that the dust cups are much bigger — the cup on a cordless stick vacuum generally be 0.8L at the most (many are smaller), whereas it's common to see 2L cups on uprights. If you're dealing with pet hair in particular, it's such a blessing not to have to traipse to the bin every 10 minutes.
Shark cordless upright dealsOkay then, let's get into the deals. We're nearing the end of Amazon Prime Day, but there are still some bargains to be had, if you're speedy. These Shark corded uprights all have decent discounts that are well worth checking out.
Shark Powerdetect Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner Az3900uktbk Shark Detect XL Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner La791ukt Shark Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner Nv602uk Shark Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner Nz801ukt Shark Detect Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner La450uktbk Shark Corded Upright Vacuum Cleaner Nv602ukt Which should I buy?How do I tell the difference between these vacuums, I hear you ask? Well, some of them are slightly older models, but that might not be immediately obvious. Most are designed around the same 'lift away' system, where you can remove and hold the canister while you use the floorhead on the wand attached to the flexible nozzle.
A key differentiator to pay attention to is the attachments included. Most will come with your standard narrow nozzle and 'multi-tool' but some might also have a mini motorized head that's designed for use on furniture, and is especially useful at getting hair off upholstery.
The fanciest models will also have some advanced 'detection' features — for instance, they might be able to sense carpet or room edges and increase suction in response. The PowerDetect Upright has a nifty trick where it will suck up (rather than showploughing) debris when it's being pulled backwards. That feature makes a surprisingly big difference to how fast you can clean.
Cordless alternativesNot convinced? There are some situations where a cordless vacuum is still a better choice. For instance, if you have mostly hard flooring (so don't need a ton of suction power for effective cleaning), or your home has lots of stairs (which would require some awkward traversing with a bulky, heavy upright), or you're trying to navigate many nooks and crannies (in which case the cord and chunky form factor is going to get annoying).
Here are the Prime Day deals I'd recommend on Shark cordless stick vacuums:
Shark Shark Stratos Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner With Anti Hair Wrap Plus, Clean Sense Iq & Anti-Odour Technology, 60 Mins Run-Time, Removable Battery, 2 Attachments, Charcoal/rose Gold Iz400uk Shark Shark Stratos Cordless Pet Pro Stick Vacuum Cleaner With Anti Hair Wrap Plus, Clean Sense Iq, Duoclean, 60min Run-Time, Removable Battery, 4 Tools, Anti-Allergen, White/navy Iz402uktsb Shark Shark Powerpro Cordless Stick Vacuum | Reveal Technology | Anti Hair Wrap | Floordetect Technology | Multi-Surface Cleaning | 50 Min Runtime | Iz381uk More Amazon Prime Day deals in the UK- Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
- Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
- Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
- Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & De'Longhi
- Fans: from £20
- Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
- Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
- Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
- Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura
- New Grand Theft Auto 6 details might have emerged from an Amazon Brazil listing
- The game apparently features NPCs with their own routines and "random events"
- Players may be able to switch between Jason and Lucia during missions
Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders have officially begun, and thanks to Amazon Brazil's listing, new details about the game's open world may have emerged.
Alongside a larger Vice City map, which Rockstar has previously said will allow players to explore several regions of Leonida, the product listing description also states that players will be able to switch between co-protagonists Jason and Lucia during the story and "participate in missions as a duo."
This sounds similar to GTA 5, so we could expect certain missions to be playable by either character, but it could also mean players can choose who to complete a mission with, regardless.
It also looks like GTA 6's world will be highly detailed with a "greater sense of immersion", as non-player characters (NPCs) will have their own "routines", which could mean daily and nightly activities, "random events" that players can encounter, and "interactive establishments."
The latter could be a reference to shops, tattoo parlours, and salons, but could also describe places like strip clubs, bars, and gun stores, which haven't been revealed yet but can also be found in GTA 5.
The mention of "random events" sounds like a feature drawn from Red Dead Redemption 2, allowing players to come across them while roaming the map, including things like isolated interactions and unmarked encounters.
@techradar ♬ original sound - TechRadarGTA 6 will also reportedly feature "integrated social networks" that mimic real life, and players can "watch viral videos, follow influencers, and discover world events through your in-game mobile phone."
The game is built for current-gen, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S, and the description confirms that it will offer "next-generation graphics" that include "advanced lighting, dynamic weather, more natural animations, and a high level of detail in environments."
At the moment it's unclear whether these details have come from Rockstar themselves, or have been added by a third-party but they certainly sound very plausible.
GTA 6 launches on November 19 and will cost $79.99 / AU$129.95 / £69.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 / AU$159.95 / £89.99 for the Ultimate Edition. Pre-loads begin on November 12.
However, physical copies won't have a disc and only include a digital download code in the box.
Prime Day is nearly over, ending midnight tonight, so today is your last chance to get Amazon's own TVs for a great price. There's no better model than the Ember Mini-LED and right now, you can get the 55-inch Ember Mini-LED for $499 (was $819.99) at Amazon US.
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In the UK, the same 55-inch Ember Mini-LED is £599 (was £849.99) at Amazon UK. While it is a very good TV, Amazon Prime Day is the only time to buy this TV. Any other time, it's overpriced and faces tough competition from other budget mini-LEDs form TCL and Hisense. But, during Prime Day, this TV is great value.
I've got my full thoughts on this TV below, but really, its strength is in how good for sports it is out-of-the-box. So, if you're still on the hunt for a TV for the World Cup (with over three weeks of the tournament still to go), this could the TV for you.
Today's best Amazon Ember Mini-LED TV dealsThe Amazon Ember MIni-LED is the best TV in Amazon's TV lineup. It delivers rich, natural colors, decent contrast and stong motion out-of-the-box in its sports mode. It's also well suited for gamers with 4K 144Hz and VRR support. Prime Day is the time of year to buy this TV, and the 55-inch model is down to $499.99 — a great price. Other sizes:
65-inch: was $1,089.99 now $879.99
75-inch: was $1,499.99 now $1,099.99View Deal
The best time of yeat to pick up the Ember Mini-LED is Prime Day, as the 55-inch has dropped to £599.99, its best price. This TV is great for sports, gaming and movies, delivering natural colors, smooth motion and a good suite of gaming features. Other sizes:
65-inch: was £1,149.99 now £769.99
75-inch: was £1,599.99 now £999.99View Deal
I've tested the majority of Amazon's own TVs, and the Ember Mini-LED (formally known as Fire TV Omni Mini-LED) is easily the best in the lineup. I awarded it four stars in my review, but one its highlights was not what I expected.
When I test sport on TVs, I often find I have to do lot of motion settings tweaks, unless its one of the very best TVs (and even then there's still some work to be done). So I was surprised, and impressed, by just how accurate the Ember Mini-LED's motion was out-of-the-box.
I often avoid the Sports picture mode on a TV as its motion can be heavy-handed and the picture can look artificial, with over-sharp textures and too-bright colors, but the Ember Mini-LED's mode was ready to go and as I watched a soccer game on Prime Video, the action looked smooth with no signs of artifacts and the picture was solid throughout. A pleasant surprise for a mid-range mini-LED.
For other content, the Ember Mini-LED produces natural, but punchy colors that looked great in movies like La La Land. For darker movies, its contrast was solid and while black tones weren't perfect, they were decent enough. Textures on the other hand were very good, balancing a lifelike and crisp look.
The Ember Mini-LED has a suite of features that competes with the best gaming TVs. It supports 4K 144Hz, FreeSync Premium Pro, Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM. It has a measured 13.4ms input lag time and while playing Battlefield V, I found snapping between targets and moving around to be smooth with pretty quick response times.
More Prime Day deals in the US- Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
- Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
- Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
- Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
- Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
- Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
- Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
- Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
- Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
- Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
- Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
- Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34
- Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
- Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
- Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
- Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
- Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
- Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
- Essentials: household goods from £5
- Fans: from £20
- Fashion: up to 50% off
- Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
- Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
- Laptops: from £149
- Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
- Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
- TVs: from £129.99
- Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
- Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura
- Google Wallet now lets you track parcels
- It also now includes TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
- But these features only work in the US
Google Wallet is becoming a lot more than just a wallet, as two new features have just rolled out for it — one of which helps you track parcels, and the other of which could speed your journeys through airports.
First up, there’s now the ability to see receipts, tracking numbers, and the shipping status of parcels you’re waiting for, directly from Google Wallet. For more detailed tracking information you’ll still have to head to the carrier’s website, but a new ‘track package’ button in Wallet will take you straight there.
You’ll see all deliveries that are due soon alongside your passes on the Google Wallet home screen, while your other orders can be seen by tapping ‘view more’.
That said, all of this will of course only appear if your order is linked to your Gmail account, and even then, only if it’s from a supported merchant. You'll also need to have package tracking enabled, which can be done from the Gmail app on your phone by heading to Menu > Settings, then tapping your account name, followed by General > Package tracking.
So it’s not quite a comprehensive package tracking solution, but it’s a good step in that direction — though right now this feature is only available in the US.
A travel upgrade(Image credit: Google)As for the other new Google Wallet update, it has become the first digital wallet to support TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. This means that rather than having to show your ID at security, you can pre-register with the TSA through Google Wallet.
If you’re eligible, you can do this by first creating an ID pass in Google Wallet using your passport information, and then adding a boarding pass to Google Wallet. You’ll then see a ‘get started’ button on the pass that allows you to securely share your ID and boarding pass with the TSA.
Once done, you’ll be able to use the express TSA PreCheck Touchless ID line at the airport, saving you time.
However, this currently only works at 65 US airports and with 100 participating airlines, so while it’s quite widespread it won’t work on all flights from all US airports.
- Shop the full Prime Day sale
- Amazon Prime Day Yeti deals
- Seasonal offers at Yeti.com
- Yeti sale at Dick's Sporting Goods
- Like-new coolers at Yeti Rescues
- Yeti sales, deals, and outlet at REI
Amazon Prime Day is a great time to look for a Yeti cooler, and you'll find some great discounts on soft coolers in particular, but it's not the only place you should be looking. I previously worked as the editor of a website dedicated to backcountry adventures, and I learned that you often need to look further afield for the biggest discounts, especially if you've got your heart set on a hard cooler for summer camping and fishing expeditions.
Here you'll find my top recommendations from Amazon, as well as Dick's Sporting Goods and Yeti Rescues, where you can find like-new coolers with huge discounts, all with the green light from the company itself.
Amazon Prime Day dealsThe Hopper M Series is great for beach days, and has hit a record low price for Prime Day. This navy blue version has received the biggest price chop, but you can also get the same bag-style cooler in black for $262.50.View Deal
This compact cooler, perfect for cans, has been $240 for most of the year so far, but has received an extra $15 price cut for Prime Day. The deal applies to two colors: Cherry Blossom, shown here, and Firefly Yellow.View Deal
Similar to the classic M Series, but with backpack straps that make it easier to carry long distances. You'll get the same 25% Prime Day discount whether you opt for the Sandstone Pink colorway, shown here, or Cherry Blossom. View Deal
OK, so this backpack isn't a cooler, but it's still a great Prime Day deal for your summer camping and hiking escapades. If you don't like this dark purple Dusk color, you can also get this backpack in Cherry Blossom or Classic Navy for the same price.View Deal
Need more space? This slightly larger version of the Ranchero is also down to its lowest-ever price for Prime Day 2026, but only in Cherry Blossom (other colors have received a discount as well, but it's not as generous).View Deal
This jug keeps your coffee/water/iced tea at the correct hot or cold temperature for hours, and it's a record-low price for Prime Day. Amazon cheekily bumped it up to the full list price earlier in the week (naughty) but it usually sells for over £100 so this is a genuinely good deal.View Deal
This double-walled insulated tumbler is also down to al all-time low price for Prime Day 2026. Only the Firefly Yellow version is on offer at the moment.View Deal
Yeti.com dealsYeti's online store often holds seasonal sales and special deals on selected colors and product lines. Here are today's best offers.
20% off Cherry Blossom at YETI US
Yeti is clearing out all stock in the pale lilac Cherry Blossom colorway, so this is a great time to grab a bargain on soft coolers, drinkware, and accessories.View Deal
20% off Firefly Yellow at YETI US
Yeti is also clearing out stock in FIrefly Yellow, and it looks like it's selling out faster than Cherry Blossom so you'll need to be quick to grab an item before it's gone.View Deal
20% off Ranchero 12L & 18L Backpacks at YETI US
These everyday carry backpacks are on offer in Black Forest Green, Cherry Blossom, Classic Navy, Black, and Cape Dark Taupe. View Deal
30% off Rambler 42oz Straw Mugs at YETI US
A few colors have already sold out, but you can still get this handy insulated mug in Firefly Yellow, Key Lime, and Lowcountry Peach, plus core colors.View Deal
Can't see the cooler you want in the Black Friday sale? Take a look at Yeti Rescues — an official Yeti program that takes coolers and other equipment that's not brand spanking new (products that have been returned, for example, or that Yeti has used for demos or displays), inspects them, cleans them, and sells them at a bargain price.
This compact hard-sided cooler is in 'peak' condition, so although it doesn't have its original box, but is otherwise practically perfect, and $40 off. Just the right size for cans of beer and bottle of wine this summer.View Deal
$45 off the original price. This particular cooler, in attractive Seafoam blue, is in 'peak' condition, meaning it's unboxed but in near-perfect condition. You can also grab it in Navy or White for the same price if you prefer.View Deal
This 65-liter cooler is big enough to use as a casting platform for days by the lake, and can hold enough food for a four-person weekend away. It's in 'peak' condition, and is also available in Seafoam, White, or Tan.View Deal
Camping in the backcountry? This wheeled cooler is tough, puncture-proof, and will get you from your car to your pitch with ease. This particular cooler is in 'like new' condition, which means it might have a few marks, but you'll need to look closely to see them. That seems fine to me, especially since it knocks $90 off the price.View Deal
One of Yeti's smallest hard coolers, this little number (shown here in Bimini Pink) is just right for taking on a paddleboard or kayak, or just to the park if you prefer to stay on terra firma. In 'peak' condition.View Deal
This king-sized cool bag is big enough to hold a whole case of beer. What more reason do you need? Available in a huge range of colors, but my personal favorite is this stunning Ultramarine Violet (in 'peak' condition).View Deal
More Yeti dealsAmazon and Yeti Rescues aren't your only options when you're shopping for a cheap Yeti cooler. Dick's Sporting Goods has a decent selection of offers as well. I've rounded up a handful of the best below, but you can also check out the full sale yourself.
Perfect for drinks, this soft cooler can hold up to 24 cans, and is super insulated so ice stays frozen and drinks remain cold all day. With $50 off, this is a great offer — and you don't need Amazon Prime to get it.View Deal
This cute cooler in Aquifer Blue is just the right size for cans and wine bottles, and its non-slip feet mean you can take it safely on a boat, kayak, or even a paddle board for a day of fun. You'll need to be quick though — the Cherry Blossom colorway has already sold out.View Deal
This Firefly Yellow colorway is great fun, and will help you stand out and stay safe when you're adventuring in the backcountry. A huge $55 saving doesn't hurt either. Who needs Amazon, right?View Deal
More Prime Day deals- Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
- Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
- Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
- Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
- Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
- Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
- Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
- Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
- Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
- Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
- Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
- Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34