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Dad’s new favorite toys

🧑‍💻 This year, skip the tired tie and upgrade his gear.

Save big on this Samsung Galaxy Watch (39% off) bundle.
Apple friends, score the latest Apple Watch (23% off).
This charging station (25% off) folds up for easy storage.
A Kodak instant printer (16% off) brings memories to life.
He’ll look sharp using this beard trimmer (10% off).
These light-up gloves (33% off) = DIY hero after dark.
He’d love new earbuds that deliver amazing sound, long battery life and sleek design (15% off).*

📅 One week till Father’s Day: Shop my ultimate gift list now for more great picks he’ll brag about.

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America’s secrets leaked over dating app — July 19th, Hour 4

A retired Air Force officer’s online flirting could land him 10 years in prison. Plus, Hertz’s AI is charging customers extra, Apple’s last chance to save itself, and why your teen’s next text could be their last. You’ll want to hear this!

Power banks on blast: Starting May 28, Southwest Airlines wants your power bank out and visible while charging. Lithium batteries are tiny arsonists with 19 in-flight incidents already this year. Portable chargers are the second most flammable vibe onboard after e-cigs. Reminder: “Unattended fire” is not a boarding group. Pro tip: Buy a reputable portable charger like this one (21% off)!

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China’s top battery makers have reached five-minute charging speeds for EVs, more or less the time it takes at a gas station. CATL and BYD just flexed batteries that can deliver up to 320+ miles of range off a five-minute charge. Meanwhile, most U.S. EVs take 15 to 30 minutes.

Battery boost: If your phone’s nearly dead and you’ve only got 20 minutes, plug it in and switch on Airplane mode. This shuts off Wi-Fi, cellular and Bluetooth, basically all the stuff that quietly drains power. With fewer background processes, your phone can focus on charging faster.

Desk all set

👩‍💼 Midweek slump? Time to freshen up your workspace.

This mini desk vacuum (11% off) is like a robot maid.
Look sharp on video calls with an LED lamp (39% off).
A bladeless desk fan (32% off) helps you beat the heat.
Clip a rotating headphone hanger (41% off) to your desk.
Scroll hands-free with a foldable phone stand (29% off).

🔌 Ten ports = one hub: Grab this neat USB charging hub (33% off) and power up all your tech at once.

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Keep your iPad battery healthy: Go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health and toggle on 80% Limit. This caps charging at 80%, which helps reduce wear and extend battery life. Pro tip: If Maximum Capacity is under 100%, it’s already aging.

ChatGPT ruined my husband — May 10th, Hour 2

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Her ex quit his job and now spends his days talking to AI. Then I talk to Michaela, a bride-to-be using ChatGPT for a wedding glow-up. Plus, why your smart TV might already be obsolete, and TikTok pet psychics charging $100 a session.

⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Keep a spare charging cable in your carry-on. They’re the #1 most forgotten item. Here’s a three-pack ($12).

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⚡️ 3-second tech genius: On iPhone, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging to check if you need a replacement battery. Brillant, I know.

Talk without price shock: Need a smartphone without breaking the bank? Motorola’s new Moto G Stylus 2025 might be what you need. For $399, you get a 6.7-inch OLED display with a 50MP main camera and fast charging. There’s a headphone jack if you miss that. Budget phone, bougie features. Grab it starting April 17.

Follow your dreams and …

😴 Go back to bed. Sleep tight knowing you scored a great deal.

Clip on a rechargeable book light (24% off) for your late-night page-turner.
This bedside charging station (21% off) even has an alarm and night light.
Snuggle up with a weighted lap blanket (21% off) to relax and unwind.
Side sleeper? Wake up feeling rested with a knee and leg pillow (20% off).
Make your campout cozy with a sleeping pad (27% off) in an inflatable bag.

🐶 Life’s ruff: Whether you have a lapdog or a big pup, this dog bed (31% off) has a washable cover for easy cleaning.

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Keep calm and travel on

🧳 Grab some gear for spring break or your everyday life.

This slim RFID wallet ($10) helps keep your cards safe from digital pickpockets.
Catch some Z’s on your flight with a memory foam neck pillow (20% off).
A tablet holder (13% off) will entertain your little ones on long drives.
Tangled cords? An electronic organizer ($13) keeps them neatly packed.
Now you won’t lose a multi-charging cable ($8) at the bottom of your bag.

🐶 Puppy love? I can’t stop talking about my new pup, Bella (sorry, not sorry). Check out these dog seat covers to save your back seat from dirt and fur.

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🖥️ New Macs on the block: The new Mac Studios ($1,999) are here. You can choose between the M4 Max or the faster M3 Ultra. The new MacBook Air ($999) starts $100 cheaper than before. It has MagSafe 3 charging, a new webcam that centers you during video calls and fresh colors. Preorders are live and ship on March 12.

All charged up

🪫 Never run out of juice again! Here are my picks for you:

An all-in-one charging dock (39% off) for your phone, watch and headphones? So sweet.
If your iPhone uses a Lightning cable, this three-pack of braided ones is only $7 right now.
A slim power bank that’s so. on. sale.
Or grab this highly rated solar power bank with a flashlight for camping for 35% off.
If you travel, these little guys pop into the end of your phone, no bulky battery necessary. So easy to throw in your bag. Click the box for 30% off.

📚 Need something to read? Browse bestsellers on Amazon.

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🍏 So long, farewell: We’ll get the full scoop on the next budget iPhone on Feb. 19, but the SE 4 is finally ditching the Home button. Touch ID? That’s gone, too. Face ID is taking over. Lightning charging is out, too, making way for USB-C.

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Mandatory pit stops coming to Formula E. Pit Boost fast-charging stations are debuting at the Jeddah E-Prix this weekend. They’ll power up the electric racecars 10% in just 30 seconds.

I 🫶 this: Apple’s new $250 Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds have built-in heart rate monitoring that kicks in when you start working out. Whoa, no more clicking buttons on a watch to track a run? Its battery life is good, too, at 45 hours with the charging case and 10 more hours if you turn off noise cancellation.

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Savings on lock

📦 Special deliveries to give you a little more peace of mind.

This package delivery box (30% off) keeps porch pirates at bay. (I know you laughed).
Safely open up your haul with this six-pack of $10 box cutters.
This travel-size doorstop (25% off) is perfect for apartments.
Slide this bathroom organizer under your sink to tidy that chaos.
Baby (and pet) locks ($8.49) for cabinets are 15% off right now.

🔌 Need more outlets? This wall changer (35% off) gives you six, plus two USB charging ports and a night-light. Yay, no fiddling around in the dark!

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🌆 I’m surprised they’re not charging for it: Roku’s iconic animated screensaver is getting a glow-up. Since its last update six years ago, Roku City has been stuck at 720p resolution. Now it’s in full 1080p HD with Easter eggs like a train station and interactive billboards for Roku’s own stuff.