Portable bluetooth speakers like the Charge 6 and Flip 7 are just a few on sale for Memorial Day. Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and the holiday’s sales include plenty of deals on gadgets that can help you make the most of the season. If your plans involve beach days, pool parties, or backyard barbecues, now’s a great time to pick up a portable Bluetooth speaker, as many of our favorite models are currently on sale. You’ll also find worthwhile TV deals, along with discounts on smart thermostats to help keep your home cool and your energy costs low. And, if you’re planning on heading out of town, there are deals on noise-canceling headphones, portable chargers, and other travel-friendly gadgets.Below, we’ve rounded up the best Memorial Day deals currently available. To give you more options as you shop, we’ve included good deals from a range of retailers, including ones that aren’t running their own Memorial Day sales.Earbuds and headphones Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)The second-gen QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds have dynamic, rich sound and the best noise cancellation currently available in a pair of true wireless earbuds. They’re a terrific pick if you want to listen to your music in peace. Read our review.Where to Buy: $299 $249 at Amazon $299 $249 at Walmart $299 $249 at Best BuySamsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are on sale for $149.99 ($100 off) at Best Buy, which matches their all-time low price. The wireless earbuds are our top pick for Samsung Galaxy phone device owners, thanks to their comfortable AirPods-inspired design, terrific sound quality, and good noise cancellation. They also offer helpful voice controls that let you adjust volume or playback without a wake word, while delivering excellent voice call quality. Read our review.Nothing Ear (a)Nothing’s Ear (a) earbuds have the same general design as the company’s previous earbuds — but you can get these in a snazzy yellow. They include ANC, more than decent sound quality, and other features like multipoint for just under $100. Read our impressions.Where to Buy: $99 $58.99 at Amazon $99 $59 at NothingSennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds are down to $199.99 ($100 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is $20 shy of their best price to date. If sound quality matters most, they’re an easy recommendation, delivering rich, detailed audio with EQ customization to fine-tune the listening experience. Optional wing tips are included to help keep them secure and comfortable. Read our review.Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (first-gen)The older QC Ultra were a replacement for the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 with a more travel-friendly design, spatial audio, and better call quality. Thankfully, they still offer excellent comfort and some of the best noise cancellation available. Read our review.Where to Buy: $429 $299 at Amazon $429 $299 at Best BuySony WH-1000XM5Despite being a last-gen model, these headphones still offer impressive sound quality and top-notch noise cancellation. They’re comfortable to wear for hours, can last up to 40 hours on a charge, and support extras like audio sharing and Gemini Live. Read our review.Where to Buy: $399.99 $248 at Amazon $399.99 $248 at Best Buy $399.99 $249.99 at TargetAmazon and Best Buy are selling the last-gen AirPods Max (USB-C) for $449 ($100 off), which is $50 shy of their all-time low. Apple’s luxe over-ear headphones offer a premium design and work especially well with other Apple devices. They still deliver great sound quality and effective noise cancellation, even if the newer model has a slight edge. Read our review.Shokz OpenRun Pro 2The OpenRun Pro 2 are Shokz’s best bone conduction headphones yet, with better sound and more bass than their predecessor. Our reviewer Victoria Song praised their cozy fit as well as their USB-C charging (goodbye, proprietary charger!). Read our review.Where to Buy: $179.99 $129.99 at Best Buy (blue)SpeakersSonos Move 2With double the battery life of its predecessor and better-sounding stereo audio, the Sonos Move 2’s improvements don’t stop there. It supports line-in audio, can stream Bluetooth audio to other Sonos speakers, and more. Read our review.Where to Buy: $499 $399 at Amazon $499 $399 at Sonos $499 $399 at Best BuyJBL’s Flip 7 speaker is on sale for $99.95 ($50 off) at Amazon and Best Buy,  which matches its best price to date. The portable Bluetooth speaker builds on the Flip 6 with more durable IP68 dust and water resistance and improved sound that can reach higher volumes without sounding harsh. JBL’s new PushLock system also lets you easily swap in accessories, like the included wrist strap.Bose’s SoundLink Plus is down to $209 ($50 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Bose, which is its second-best price this year and $30 shy of its all-time low. In his review, The Verge’s John Higgins called it a “great beach speaker,” as it offers impressively loud sound for its size, up to 20 hours of battery life, and a durable IP67-rated design that can handle pool days. Read our review.JBL Charge 6The Charge 6 is a robust, IP68-rated portable speaker with up to 28 hours of battery life and support for lossless audio over USB-C. Like the JBL Flip 7, it can also analyze your audio to deliver clearer, louder sound and reduce distortion at higher volumes.Where to Buy: $199.95 $159.95 at Amazon $199.95 $159.95 at Best Buy $199.95 $159.99 at REIBose’s SoundLink Micro is on sale for $99 ($30 off) at Amazon and Best Buy , matching its all-time low price. It’s a good pick if you want something more portable than the larger SoundLink Plus. It won’t deliver the same room-filling sound, but it’s pocket-friendly, features a rugged IP67 design, and offers up to 12 hours of battery life, making it easier to take on the go.The portable Beats Pill speaker is on sale for $99.99 ($50 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. The pill-shaped speaker improves on its predecessor with up to 24 hours of battery life on a single charge, while adding two-way USB-C charging and lossless audio support. It also introduces an IP67-rated design and native Find My support on both Android and iOS if it goes missing. Read our review.TVs and streaming devicesLG B5 OLED TVLG’s B5 TV is a great way to get OLED picture quality for less. It features support for both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, along with a 120Hz panel and four HDMI 2.1 ports for hooking up the latest gaming consoles. It also runs LG’s webOS platform, supports Amazon Alexa, and provides easy access to a wide range of popular streaming apps.Where to Buy: $1299.99 $649.99 at Best Buy (48-inch) $1499.99 $799.99 at Best Buy (55-inch)LG C5 OLED TVLG’s C5 features a 120Hz panel, along with four HDMI 2.1 ports and support for both AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync. The gamer-friendly TV also packs all the hallmarks of a modern OLED, including deep black levels and sublime contrast.Where to Buy: $2699.99 $1299.99 at Amazon (65-inch) $1999.99 $1299.99 at Best Buy (65-inch)Multiple configurations of Sony’s Bravia 8 II TV are on sale, with the 65-inch on sale for $2,598 at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Sony — its second-best price so far this year. Crowned the “king of TV” in Value Electronics’ 2025 shootout, the exceptionally bright OLED TV boasts excellent color accuracy and a snappy 120Hz refresh rate. It also runs on Google TV and supports both Apple AirPlay 2 and Google Cast. Read our review.Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K PlusAmazon’s latest Fire TV Stick 4K features support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Atmos / Vision, and HDR10 Plus. It also runs on Fire TV’s updated OS, which offers personalized recommendations, quicker access to favorite apps, and Alexa Plus support.Where to Buy: $49.99 $29.99 at Amazon $49.99 $29.99 at Best Buy $49.99 $29.99 at TargetIf you want a little more speed and storage than Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Plus offers, its 4K Max is on sale for $39.99 ($20 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, which is $5 shy of its all-time low. It, too, runs on the new and improved Fire TV OS and supports Dolby Vision, HDR10 Plus, and Dolby Atmos. However, it adds faster performance, double the storage (16GB), and Wi-Fi 6E support. It also comes with a more capable remote, the Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced, which adds a button for live TV channel listings. Read our review.Hisense CanvasTVThe last-gen 4K TV features an anti-glare matte screen that makes the artwork it displays while idle look like an actual painting. The S7N also has a QLED panel with a 144Hz refresh rate and four HDMI ports, while offering access to more than 1,000 free art pieces.Where to Buy: $1297.99 $847.99 at Amazon $1299.99 $847.99 at Best BuyThe latest Amazon Fire TV Cube is on sale at Amazon and Best Buy for $109.99 ($30 off), which is its second-best price of the year but $30 more than its all-time low. Amazon’s latest Fire TV Cube combines a 4K streaming box with an Echo speaker, letting you play music, stream content in Dolby Vision, HDR, and Dolby Atmos, and control your TV and other smart home devices with hands-free Alexa voice commands. It also supports Wi-Fi 6E for faster, more reliable connectivity.Samsung S95FSamsung S95F is a premium 4K OLED TV with a little something for everyone. Its glare-resistant screen makes it a good choice for rooms with a lot of light. Gamers will appreciate the TV’s 120Hz refresh rate, four HDMI ports, and support for both AMD FreeSync and Nvidia’s G-Sync technologies, which reduce graphical abnormalities like screen tearing or blurriness when playing fast-paced games. In a TV Shootout whose judges included The Verge’s Nilay Patel, the TV’s HDR performance was second only to Sony’s Bravia 8 II. The S95F also has Amazon Alexa built in, so it can be integrated easily into a home with Echo speakers and similarly-compatible smart home accessories.Where to Buy: $2197.99 $1597.99 at Amazon (55-inch) $3299.99 $2199.99 at Best Buy (65-inch) $2997.99 $2197.99 at Amazon (65-inch)Smart home Ring Battery Doorbell Plus (second-gen)Ring’s latest Battery Doorbell Plus offers sharper 2K video and improved 6x zoom over the previous model, while retaining a head-to-toe view, night vision, motion alerts, and two-way talk. Optional AI-powered features, including activity summaries and facial recognition, are free for a month then cost $19.99 monthly afterward.Where to Buy: $179.99 $119.99 at Amazon $179.99 $119.99 at Best Buy $179.99 $119.99 at RingRing Floodlight Cam Wired ProThe Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro delivers high-quality video with adjustable, accurate radar-powered motion detection, 2,000 lumens of light, and a good digital zoom. It offers smart alerts for people or motion, and works with Amazon Alexa or Samsung SmartThings.Where to Buy: $249.99 $169.99 at Amazon $249.99 $169.99 at Best Buy $249.99 $169.99 at The Home DepotEcobee’s Smart Thermostat Premium is on sale for $229.99 ($30 off) at Amazon and directly from Ecobee, which is within $30 of its lowest price to date. The high-end smart thermostat can adjust temperatures based on where you are in your home, send alerts if your home gets too hot or cold while you’re away, and even track basic indoor air quality metrics like humidity, VOCs, and carbon dioxide. It also works well with Alexa, Siri, Apple Home, Google Home, SmartThings, and IFTTT, while doubling as a decent smart speaker. Read our review.If you don’t need all the features offered by Ecobee’s top-tier model, Ecobee’s Smart Thermostat Enhanced is on sale for $169.99 ($30 off) at Amazon and directly from Ecobee, which is one of its better prices so far this year. It also adjusts temperatures based on whether anyone’s home and works with Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and SmartThings. Compared to the Premium model, though, you can’t use it as a doorbell, and it lacks indoor air quality monitoring and built-in voice control.Ecobee’s Smart Thermostat Essential is on sale for $119.99 ($20 off) at Amazon and directly from Ecobee, which is also one of its better prices in recent months. The company’s most affordable thermostat covers the basics, letting you control your home’s temperature, create schedules in the app, and use Alexa, Apple Home, or Google Assistant. It also sends intruder alerts, but unlike Ecobee’s pricier models, it can’t automatically adjust temperatures based on activity in your home.Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro OmniThe Ecovacs Deebot X9 Pro Omni features an extendable mop that can clean itself, just like its predecessor. However, it also features Ecovacs’ Boosted Large-Airflow Suction Technology, which optimizes the airflow path from intake to exhaust, rather than relying solely on suction power. Where to Buy: $1299.99 $649 at Amazon $1299.99 $649 at Best Buy $1299.99 $649 at EcovacsIf you want something even more capable, Ecovacs’ new Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is on sale for $1,249 ($250 off) at Amazon and directly from Ecovacs, matching its best price. The flagship is a more powerful with 22,000Pa suction, while offering a wider 10.6-inch roller mop that continuously rinses itself. It uses cameras and AI to detect dried stains, then sprays water and cleaning solution to help loosen stubborn messes before scrubbing them away.Ecobee Smart Doorbell CameraThis is a great wired doorbell camera, and the only one that can use an Ecobee thermostat as a video intercom, making it a no-brainer for Ecobee households, as long as you can hook it to your doorbell wiring.Where to Buy: $159.99 $129.99 at Amazon $159.99 $129.99 at Best Buy $159.99 $129.99 at EcobeeMammotion Luba 3 AWD 1500/HThe high-end robot mower uses 360-degree lidar navigation and dual-camera AI vision to map your yard. Its all-wheel-drive system and adaptive suspension also let it tackle steep slopes up to 80 percent, while you can also set up to 15 mowing zones and no-go areas for areas like pools.Where to Buy: $2999 $2099 at Amazon $2399 $2099 at MammotionThe Mill Food Recycler is on sale for $874 when you buy it directly from Mill, which isn’t quite its best price to date but still a nice discount on the clever kitchen appliance. Designed to help reduce food waste, the trash can transforms things like fruit peels, leftovers, and other scraps into a dry, compost-like material overnight, helping cut down on odors and the amount of trash your household produces. Read our review.Eve Energy Smart PlugNot only does this smart plug offer the most detailed energy monitoring of any we have ever tested but it also works with Matter-over-Thread and is an especially good choice for Apple Home users.Where to Buy: $39.95 $34.95 at Amazon $39.99 $34.99 at Best Buy $39.95 $34.95 at The Home DepotGamingStar Wars OutlawsStar Wars Outlaws is an original open-world adventure set in the vast universe of the iconic film series. It stars Kay Vess, a protagonist looking to steal from criminal overlords to gain her freedom. Read our review.Where to Buy: $59.99 $35.97 at Amazon (Switch 2) $69.99 $19.93 at Walmart (PS5) $69.99 $19.99 at Best BuyYou can buy the physical version of Assassin’s Creed Shadows at Best Buy for $34.99 ($15 off) and Target. The open-world game follows a shinobi assassin and a powerful samurai caught in the midst of political unrest in feudal Japan. Its stealth mechanics are intuitive, and there’s a satisfying amount of action, too. Read our review.Xbox Wireless ControllerMicrosoft’s official Xbox Wireless Controller features a dedicated button for saving clips and screenshots, as well as sharing them online. It also offers Bluetooth support and a USB-C port for charging Microsoft’s play-and-charge rechargeable battery.Where to Buy: $64.99 $49.49 at Amazon $64.99 $49.06 at Walmart (black) $64.99 $49.99 at Best BuyBorderlands 4Borderlands 4 is an amusing looter-shooter that supports solo play or up to four-player co-op. Players take on the role of one of four Vault Hunters searching for mythical vaults while trying to take on the planet’s immoral dictator. It’s full of great characters and has the mindlessly fun vibe of a dumb action movie. Read our review.Where to Buy: $69.99 $35 at Amazon (PlayStation 5) $69.99 $35 at Best Buy (PlayStation 5)Laptops and tabletsiPad (2025)Apple’s entry-level iPad is an excellent tablet for casual use, even if it is getting a little long in the tooth. Its high-res screen is great for watching video, and its A16 processor is still fast enough to handle light games and productivity apps. Read our review.Where to Buy: $349 $299 at Amazon (128GB, Wi-Fi) $449 $399 at Amazon (256GB, Wi-Fi) $649 $596.5 at Amazon (512GB, Wi-Fi)The latest 11-inch iPad Pro with 256GB of storage is down to $899 ($100 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which is $100 shy of its all-time low. If you prefer a bigger screen, the 13-inch Wi-Fi model with 256GB of storage is also on sale for at Amazon and Best Buy for around $1,195 ($105 off). Apple’s newest iPad Pro is its fastest tablet yet, packing the M5 chip along with faster storage speeds, quicker charging, and a new N1 chip that handles wireless connectivity like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread. Read our review.15-inch MacBook Air (M5)Powered by Apple’s new M5 chip, the latest MacBook Airs are more powerful than prior models and offer double the base storage (512GB). They also support faster wireless standards, specifically Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Read our review.Where to Buy: $1299 $1149 at Amazon (15-inch) $1299 $1149 at Best Buy (15-inch)Chargers and power banks Anker Laptop Power BankAnker’s 25,000mAh power bank sports two built-in USB-C cables (one of which is retractable), plus one USB-C and USB-A port. It tops out at 165W when charging two devices simultaneously, or 130W when charging three or four.Where to Buy: $119.99 $95.99 at Amazon $119.99 $95.99 at Best Buy $119.99 $95.99 at Anker (with code WS7DV2TZEWWY)If you need a reliable power bank, Anker’s Zolo Magnetic Power Bank (10,000mAh) is on sale for $39.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, which is $10 shy of its all-time low. The small battery pack can wirelessly charge iPhones at up to 7.5W, while the built-in USB-C cable delivers up to 30W fast charging for devices. It also doubles as an adjustable stand, making it handy for watching videos or keeping an eye on notifications while charging.Anker Nano Charger (45W, Smart Display, 180° Foldable)Anker’s latest single-port USB-C charger offers up to 45W of power, foldable prongs, and a front-facing “smart display” that lets you see the charge level, power flow, and other useful information at a glance.Where to Buy: $39.99 $29.99 at Amazon (for Prime members) $39.99 $29.99 at Anker (with code WSPDV2LMBR0W)Satechi’s 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charging Stand with Qi2 25W is on sale for $116.99 ($13 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Satechi, which is a new low price. The adjustable, foldable stand can wirelessly deliver up to 25W to compatible iPhones while simultaneously fast charging an Apple Watch and topping up your AirPods, but it also works with a range of Qi, Qi2, and Qi2.2-compatible Android phones and wireless earbuds. Satechi also includes a 45W USB-C adapter along with three international adapters, making it a useful travel companion.Jackery Explorer 500The Jackery Explorer 500 is small but mighty, delivering 500W of power in a package that features seven output ports and weighs just 13 pounds.Where to Buy: $499 $339 at Amazon $499 $329 at JackeryGoal Zero is taking 25 percent off a range of portable power stations, including the Yeti 700, which is currently $524.89 ($175 off). The portable power station can power up to nine devices at once through its AC, USB-C, USB-A, and 12V ports. Compared to the smaller Yeti 300 (on sale for $262.89) and Yeti 500 (on sale for $374.89), the higher-end model offers greater battery capacity and power output, making it a better fit for simultaneously running multiple laptops, phones, lights — or even small appliances.MiscellaneousDyson PencilWashDyson’s super-slim PencilWash is designed to scrub away spills and stains on hard floors, using a microfiber wet roller and pressurized hydration system to clean tile, laminate, and sealed wood while extracting dirty water as it goes. Its nearly flat design makes it easy to reach under furniture, and it comes with a charging dock.Where to Buy: $349.99 $249.99 at Amazon $349.99 $249.99 at Target $349.99 $249.99 at DysonThe newer Ray-Ban Meta 2 smart glasses are also on sale for around $319 ($60 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Meta, which marks a new low price. They’re a minor upgrade over the last-gen model, with the biggest improvements being battery life and camera quality. The newer pair can last up to eight hours on a charge, which is double that of the original model, while the camera can capture sharper 3K video at 30fps. Read our review.Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 1) smart glassesDeveloped in partnership with Ray-Ban, Meta’s last-gen smart glasses can perform a range of tasks. They can capture 1080p video and play music, and thanks to a suite of AI-based features, you can even use them to translate from a myriad of languages in real time. Read our review.Where to Buy: $299 $224.25 at Amazon $299 $224.25 at Best Buy $299.99 $224.99 at MetaThe Insta360 Link 2 Pro is down to $229.99 ($20 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Insta360. The premium 4K webcam uses a large 1/1.3-inch sensor for sharper image quality and better low-light performance than its predecessor, though its resolution still maxes out at 4K/30fps or 1080p at up to 60fps. It features a two-axis gimbal and dual microphones with AI noise cancellation, while retaining features like AI tracking to help keep you centered if you move around.Insta360 X5The Insta360 X5 is a powerful 360-degree camera that offers a larger sensor and new image processing. It can capture 4K footage at up to 120fps or 8K footage at up to 30fps, producing sharp video with rich colors. It also features more durable lenses than prior models, which you can swap out if they get damaged. Read our review.Where to Buy: $549.99 $464.99 at Best Buy $549.99 $464.99 at REI $549.99 $464.99 at Insta360The Dyson Airwrap i.d. is on sale for $499.99 ($150 off) from Best Buy and Dyson. The dryer can automatically adjust heat, airflow, and timing according to your styling preferences, with the app letting you set up a profile based on factors like your hair type, length, and skill level. From there, it can guide you through a more customized curling routine. Dyson also includes three attachments, including a conical barrel, a diffuser designed for waves and curls, and a blade concentrator.BioLite Site LightsBioLite’s ultra-versatile Site Light kit comes with six weatherproof bulbs, which can illuminate up to 1,000 square feet when hung or properly staked. You don’t need to bring a charger, either, as the included carrying case doubles as a solar charger for the lights.Where to Buy: $99.95 $74.89 at Amazon $99.95 $74.89 at BioLite $99.95 $74.89 at REIThe Amazfit Active 2 is on sale for $89.99 ($10 off) at Best Buy, which is $10 shy of its lowest price to date. It’s a surprisingly capable budget fitness tracker, with features like continuous heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring, offline navigation, and battery life that can lasts up to nine days. Read our review.BioLite FirePit PlusBioLite’s portable FirePit Plus cuts back on unwanted smoke, functions either as a charcoal or wood-fueled grill, and fans the flames via a large battery pack and built-in fan.Where to Buy: $599.95 $359.89 at BioLite (with free carry bag) $599.95 $359.89 at Backcountry

Microsoft launched a new Xbox Player Voice portal yesterday, aiming to collect feedback from fans and "make it more visible." It certainly hasn't taken long for Xbox fans to make their feedback very clear. The most upvoted feedback on Xbox Player Voice demands exclusive games for Xbox consoles, more backward compatible games, and free online multiplayer.Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has already promised that she's "reevaluating" the approach to Xbox-exclusive games and windowed releases of titles, but there has been no firm commitment to reverse the decision to port games to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. "Xbox was built off of great game exclusi …Read the full story at The Verge.

Networking marketing is notorious for slapping gaming branding and RGB lights on products to justify a 50% price markup. Let's say you just bought a flashy multi-antenna gaming router which is wrapped in aggressive red plastic. It looks absolutely stunning, and you can't wait to get it set up. You log into the dashboard, flip the toggle for gaming mode or game accelerator (or whatever other alternative comes with your specific router). You then boot up Valorant, Apex Legends, or Call of Duty, and your ping is exactly the same as it always was. The issue is that routers cannot actually bend the laws of physics or change the physical routing path your internet service provider uses to reach the game server.

For multi-room home audio, I’ve had my eyes on Sonos for a while. Though expensive, the reviews said that it just works. When the Sonos app redesign removed features that many had been using for years, I paused my plans. Then, I learned about quiet cloud dependency. That makes you realize that you don’t really own anything, even after paying for it.

The FineTrack 2 isn’t as discreet as an AirTag. | Image: Ugreen Ugreen has announced a new Apple Find My-compatible tracker with a novel design that limits where you can hide it, but greatly benefits battery life. Inspired by "major football tournaments" the company doesn't call out by name, the Ugreen FineTrack 2 is shaped like a soccer ball and is designed to be used hanging off your keys or bags. It's much larger than an Apple AirTag or credit card-sized trackers, but still small enough to bury in a suitcase or stick in your car's glove compartment.The waterproof FineTrack 2 is available now for $19.99 and comes with a 600mAh CR2450 battery good for around five to seven years of use with Apple's Fin …Read the full story at The Verge.

Google has big promises for its AI-powered future - and a lot of it depends on your trust. At I/O 2026, Google described a bunch of new tools that it claims will make your life easier. Gemini Spark, Google's always-on AI agent, can help organize an upcoming event, while Daily Brief can offer a rundown of what to expect during your day. Google is even expanding access to Gmail's AI inbox, which can generate custom to-do lists and draft personalized replies based on your emails.Many of these features seem genuinely useful, but at the heart of each of them is an AI engine that runs on a trove of personal information. While other AI companies, …Read the full story at The Verge.

Marshall’s latest headphones carry forward the brand’s distinctive textured leather finish. | Image: Marshall Marshall's first headphones with active noise canceling were the Marshall Mid A.N.C. first launched in 2018. Its current lineup only offers noise canceling on its larger over-ear Monitor III A.N.C. headphones, but its new Milton A.N.C. bring the feature back to Marshall's smaller and lighter on-ear options. The wireless headphones are available today for $229.99 through Marshall's online store, but availability will expand to other "select retailers" starting on May 27th.That makes the new Milton A.N.C. $70 more expensive than the on-ear Marshall Major V, which have a similar compact design and offer over 100 hours of wireless playtime. Th …Read the full story at The Verge.

A handful of Democrats called an unofficial hearing on Capitol Hill Monday to slam the Department of Justice's "trivial" and "pathetic" settlement with Live Nation-Ticketmaster, previewing how they might go after Trump administration antitrust deals if they win back congressional power in November. While the DOJ settlement with Live Nation, which came one week into trial and with a promise of up to $280 million, received copious pushback, Democrats don't at the moment have the power in either chamber to set committee agendas. That meant that Monday's so-called shadow hearing looked different than most official proceedings. Instead of sitti …Read the full story at The Verge.

Me and my friends. | Photo: Rose Tuohy / The Verge Inviting a robot vacuum-mop into your life is a big decision. An autonomous floor-cleaning machine roaming your home is equal parts glorious and intrusive. But if it does its job well, you may forgive it for eating your rug tassel, running over your Apple Watch, smearing strawberry jam across your carpet, or chattering to you in Chinese at 3AM — all things that have happened to me in my six years of testing these things.Over that time, I’ve learned that the best robot vacuum-mop is the one most likely to consistently vacuum and mop your floors with the least intervention. And doing that depends far more on your house than on a spec sheet. The first thing I ask someone who wants to buy a robot vacuum is to describe their house. What is your flooring type, how many rugs do you have, what’s the furniture style, are there big room transitions, and how is the home laid out? All these details factor into which robot will work best for you.Here, I’m going to tell you which robot vacuum-mop I would pick for my home and why, and then go through those I would choose for other common home scenarios — from all-wood floors with the occasional throw rug to a home with wall-to-wall carpet and tile floors. These recommendations aren’t from lab tests or spec sheets; they’re based on actually living with these bots. First, let’s set expectations. Robot floor cleaners have improved significantly in the last few years, especially for mopping. Many can now “scrub” your floors instead of just dragging a damp cloth around your house. But they still don’t clean as well as picking up a vacuum and a mop yourself, and they are far from hands-off. Most still struggle with corners, baseboards, tight spaces, and dried-on messes, and all of them need maintenance — mopping robots even more so than vacuum-only models. But if these tradeoffs are worth it to you, these robots will keep dirt, dust, and pet hair under control with far less effort on your part.The biggest decision when choosing a robot vacuum-mop is the mop design. In my testing, spinning mops work best on textured flooring like tile; roller mops are excellent for hardwood or vinyl; and flat vibrating pads are gentler and use less water, making them better for floors that require a delicate touch. Each design has its tradeoffs, but the best choice comes down to which one is most likely to get the job done in your house.Other things I look for in a capable robovac that can mop are:reliable obstacle detectionautomatic carpet sensingthe ability to remove, cover, or raise the mop when on carpeta mop that can extend into corners and along edges a dock with hot water washing and hot air dryingI’m not convinced by the new AI-powered stain detection feature several models offer; in my tests, it’s been inconsistent. And while some have neat pet-specific options, all the robots I recommend do a good job cleaning up after your critters — I have two cats and an 80-pound dog who will agree.For this article, I tested 16 robot vacuum mops, and these are the ones I recommend.The robot vacuum mop I would buy for my complicated house The house: I live in an older three-story house with mostly small rooms, hardwood floors, and several high-pile rugs, including a thick tasseled one in my living room. I remember thinking it was the ideal robot trap when I bought it. We have four bathrooms, all with different tile floors and some with incredibly high transitions. I have pets and live with my spouse and two teenage children — so clutter and dust devils are a daily battle. I work from home, which is a big consideration when buying a robot vacuum mop — many are noisy and need to be shut off during important meetings.MaticScore: 9ProsConsExcellent on carpet, great moppingSuperb mapping and navigationMaps and processes data locallyMops up large wet spillsThe least annoying robot vacuum you can buyProprietary, expensive bagsCan’t get under low furnitureEdge cleaning is spottyCan’t mop and vac simultaneouslyWhere to Buy: $1245 at MaticThe robot: The Matic is the best robot mop for my house because of its superb navigation, impressive vacuuming power, methodical mopping using a long roller mop, and unmatched skill at not being deeply annoying. It gets the job done 9 times out of 10, which is better than any other bot. The only thing that trips it up is when its bag is full, but it will still vacuum if its water tank is empty, something only a couple of other models will do.As someone who runs a lot of robots around her home, I appreciate the Matic because it’s the lowest-maintenance bot on this list. Instead of a big multifunctional dock that most mopping bots use, it carries its water tank around and dumps dirty water into its onboard dust bag, where it’s absorbed by diaper crystals. This means no dock to clean or dirty water tank to empty. The Matic does require regular refilling, but it will park itself at the sink when it needs water.SpecsHeight: 7.8 inchesMop type: rollerBrush type: single, rubberSuction power: 3,200Pa Matic’s large wheels mean it can traverse nearly all the transitions in my home and get onto my big rug — though it did win a battle with one of my rug tassels once. It also handles multiple floors smoothly, and it’s easy to carry up and down the stairs. Another bonus is that it doesn’t require Wi-Fi to work, and all mapping and processing is done locally.The downsides are that the Matic doesn’t do edge cleaning well. Its bags are proprietary and expensive, and it won’t run without one. Its mopping is slow, and it can’t mop and vacuum simultaneously. But the Matic is so quiet that you can let it run all day without it being annoying. Its height means it doesn’t get under my beds, but it does get under my coffee table and can push its head under the edges of my couch. I’ve largely given up on letting bots under there, as they all get tripped up by my high-pile rug and end tables that are a robot vacuum’s worst nightmare. Read my full review for more of my thoughts on Matic.For the clean, minimalist homeThe house: A clean, contemporary space with large, open-plan rooms, minimal clutter, lots of smooth engineered or vinyl floors, and some low-pile throw rugs.Narwal Flow 2Score: 7ProsConsSuperb mopping with warm waterWide, flat track mop for more coverageEffective obstacle detection and navigationGood dirt detection featureStruggles with higher pile rugs / transitionsOnly 10mm mop liftThought my tile floor was a carpetWhere to Buy: $1499.99 $1299.99 at Amazon $1499.99 $1299.99 at NarwalThe robot: The Narwal Flow 2 is my recommendation for a home with lots of hard floors, an uncomplicated layout, and the occasional rug. It’s an excellent mopping bot, something Narwal is known for, and it’s the only model on this list with a wide-track roller mop, so it covers more surface area. It’s also a very good vacuum that did well in all my tests, with impressive lidar- and camera-based navigation and obstacle detection. It’s a better option than the Matic if you want a bot that will get under low furniture, but it struggled with taller transitions and thick carpets. It navigated my test area — my lower floor, mostly hardwood with one low-pile rug, one tile room, and minimal furniture — without getting stuck or lost.SpecsHeight: 3.5 inchesMop type: roller mopBrush type: single rubber/bristleSuction power: 30,000Pa  As with most of the new roller mops, the Flow 2 is self-cleaning, helping avoid cross-contamination by spraying fresh water on the mop as it works. This also means fewer trips back to the base station than bots with spinning mop pads, which need to go home to clean them. Roller mops cover more area than spinning mop pads, which can sometimes leave faint streaking from the gap between them, and the Flow 2 uses hot water to mop, which did a better job on my sticky jam tests than any other model. The downside is that roller mops can’t be removed like spinning pads, and the Flow 2’s can only lift 10mm, so it’s not a good option if you have thicker rugs and carpet. Roller mops don’t clean edges as well, and corners and baseboards are largely neglected. Even with the mop extension on the Narwal that gets close to the wall, it’s not as effective as spinning mop pads. Like all roller mops, the Narwal is heavier and bulkier than other vacuum-mop combos because it has to carry the infrastructure to continuously clean the roller, which is why it does best in less cluttered homes without big transitions to navigate. But if you have a large area of wood flooring with low-pile rugs, it will keep them spotless. I particularly like Flow 2’s dirt-detection feature, which goes back over areas it “sees” have heavier stains or debris. It’s neat to see it stop, back up, and tackle a spot more thoroughly. I’ve tried a few models that claim to detect stains or dirt, and Narwal is hands down the best, though it’s far from perfect.The Narwal’s sleek gray base station fits well in a more contemporary living space, and it features hot-water washing and hot-air drying. This is an important feature for bots with multifunctional docks — without it, base stations get gross fast.One quirk to be aware of: the Narwal kept thinking my hexagonal-tiled bathroom floor was carpet, so it wouldn’t mop there. No matter how many times I told the app to ignore the “carpet,” it kept seeing it again in every run. A cheaper alternativeRoborock Qrevo Curv 2 FlowScore: 9ProsConsLong, self-cleaning roller mopImpressive pressure gets up dried stainsCompact, sleek dockRobot is bulkyCan get stuck in tight spacesMiddling obstacle detectionWhere to Buy: $999.99 $849.99 at Amazon $999.99 $849.99 at Best Buy $999.99 $849.99 at RoborockIf a roller mop appeals but you have tiled floors that Narwal might mistake for carpet and higher-pile rugs, the Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow is a better option. While it’s bulkier and has weaker navigation and obstacle detection, it is less expensive, has a nice dock design, and has a retractable mop cover, which will keep higher-pile rugs dry when vacuuming, where the Narwal might struggle. You can read more of my thoughts on the Curv 2 Flow here. For the house with lots of robot trapsThe house: A traditional ranch house with multiple floor surfaces, hard flooring, rugs, and tile that result in high transitions between rooms and over floor coverings. Low-profile furniture, such as couches and beds with under 4 inches of clearance, can also work here.Roborock Saros 20Score: 9ProsConsCan climb high transitionsBest in class obstacle detectionLow profile gets under most furnitureGood edge cleaningExpensiveRoller brush not as effective on carpetMops don’t get very wet on standard cleanWhere to Buy: $1599.99 at Amazon $1599.99 at RoborockThe robot: Roborock’s latest flagship, the Saros 20, is the first robot vacuum I’ve tested that can both make it over the two-level, 2-inch transition between one of my bedrooms and the bathroom and handle my big living room rug.  It uses two small leg-like appendages to heave itself over obstacles, and at just 3.13 inches tall with no lidar tower on top, its low profile means it can go more places.This maneuverability, combined with Roborock’s best-in-class obstacle avoidance, is what you’re paying for in this flagship bot, and it’s worth it for a robot that can clean every room and not get stuck. It would be the bot I would buy for my house if I couldn’t get the Matic or if I really wanted a robot to clean under my couch. SpecsHeight: 3.13 inchesMop type: dual spinning mop padsBrush type: DuoDivide rubber/bristle brushSuction power: 36,000PaThe Saros 20 uses two spinning mop pads rather than a roller mop, and features warm-water mopping (although I couldn’t really tell much difference from cold-water mopping). It can remove and reattach them automatically, and its lack of a heavy roller mop mechanism is in part why it can maneuver so well. It doesn’t put down as much water as a roller mop on a standard clean, which is better for hard floors, and its dual-spinning mop pads do an excellent job on tile floors (you can set it to use more water in these rooms). In my testing, I find that the texture of spinning pads makes them better able to clean along grout lines than roller mops, and they can extend outward at a greater angle, resulting in a better (but not perfect) clean along edges. The Saros 20 is a superb vacuum on hard floors; only the Matic does a better job getting up pet hair and everyday debris. It excelled in all my tests, and its duo-divide brush never got tangled. This is a newer type of brush I’m seeing on a lot of bots that is two smaller brushes positioned together with a gap between them to allow hair and fibers through. I find this brush system less effective on thicker-pile carpet, but still good. If you have lots of carpet, however, check out my next rec.For the carpet peopleThe house: A home with lots of rooms where most bedrooms and smaller rooms feature wall-to-wall carpet. Larger communal areas — such as the living room and kitchen — have hard floors and large area rugs, and bathrooms and utility rooms have tile or vinyl.Dreame X60 UltraScore: 8ProsConsClimbs over high transitionsReally good vacuuming on carpetGood mopping with warm waterAlmost silent mop washing and dryingExpensiveObstacle detection can be spottyMops don’t get very wet on standard clean Where to Buy: $1499.99 $1349.99 at Amazon $1499.99 $1399.99 at DreameThe robot: The Dreame X60 Ultra does an excellent job vacuuming carpet thanks to its two rubber brushes that move in opposite directions to better dislodge pet hair and dirt. The industry pushed suction power as a metric for years, but what actually makes a robot vacuum good, especially on carpet, is a combination of suction, brush type, and agitation. In my testing, I’ve found that two rubber roller brushes, pioneered by Roomba, are the best for cleaning carpet.SpecsHeight: 3.13 inchesMop type: dual spinning mop padsBrush type: dual rubber/bristle roller Suction power: 35,000PaThe Dreame X60 is also very mobile, able to climb over high transitions, such as a thick carpet or from room to room. It has a similar leg-like mechanism to the Saros 20. It’s also an excellent mop, with spinning mop pads that can extend outward to clean along edges, and the entire robot can swing slightly to reach farther under cabinets and consoles. Like the Saros 20, it claims warm-water mopping — but it’s more like lukewarm. Still, it did slightly better on sticky messes. Its mops auto-detach for carpet cleaning and, like the Saros 20, you can program exactly how you want it to do this to avoid cross-contamination — for example, have it vacuum carpets first, then go back and mop.The X60’s 3.13-inch profile allows it to maneuver under low furniture, and while its navigation and obstacle avoidance aren’t as good as the Saros 20, it does very well, and its carpet vacuuming was superior in my tests. Another bonus is that its mop washing and drying process is almost silent, a rare feature. If you don’t have very high transitions, the less expensive Dreame X50 Ultra will suit you fine, although its edge cleaning isn’t as good as the X60 Ultra. Read more of my thoughts on the X50 here.For apartments, townhomes, and tight cornersThe house: An apartment, townhome, or condo with multiple rooms, small spaces, and a mix of hard floors and rugs.Eufy Omni C28Score: 7ProsConsGreat moppingCompact dockManeuvers well for a roller-mop botPoor obstacle detectionVery loudNo mop extension or mop liftWhere to Buy: $799.99 $499.98 at Amazon $799.99 $499.98 at EufyThe robot: The Eufy C28 is a more affordable, more compact robot vacuum-mop that still offers several flagship features, making it perfect for smaller spaces. Its navigation is very good, and it cleans well, but the biggest downside is its obstacle detection, which is not great. It got tripped by cables, socks, and more in my testing because it doesn’t use a camera, unlike all the other models here. This is also why it’s cheaper, and it will appeal to those who don’t want a camera in their robot. SpecsHeight: 4.3 inchesMop type: roller mopBrush type: duo spiral rollerSuction power: 15,000PaFor a roller-mop bot, it is very nimble and climbs over the spindly legs of my lounger, which routinely trip up bigger, fancier robots. It did a good job on my dried oatmeal and carpet tests, and its duo spiral roller brush was tangle-free after a week of running on hard floors and rugs.The robot and the dock have a more utilitarian design and a chunkier profile, and it’s noisier overall — my cat leaves the room in disgust when it starts washing its mops. But it’s one of the least expensive self-cleaning roller mops you can buy, and while it can’t handle high-pile rugs — it only lifts its mop 10.8 mm — it does a really nice job on hardwood floors. There’s no mop extension, but its more squared off shape does get into corners and along edges well, plus it’s narrower than a lot of the flagships here, so it can get into tighter spots. The multifunction dock does everything the fancier ones do, including hot-water washing and hot-air drying, but it’s much more compact, making it a better fit for smaller spaces.For those who don’t want to spend a fortuneAll of these robot mops will do a great job for the homes I outlined, but most are eye-wateringly expensive. While I do think they are worth the money for the convenience and cleaning they bring, I would definitely wait for one of the frequent sales on robovacs to knock a few hundred dollars off. If you can’t wait or need to knock off more than a few hundred dollars, here are my recommendations for a less expensive robot vacuum and mop that sacrifice some features, but will work well for most of the scenarios described. (Except for rooms with high transitions —  you’ll just have to pick it up).Dreame L40 UltraWhere to Buy: $699.99 at Amazon $799.99 at DreameThe Dreame L40 Ultra is a great option for a home with a mix of carpets and hard floors. Like the X60, it can auto-detach its spinning mop pads as well as extend them to reach along edges and under low furniture. It can’t climb over high transitions, but it has great obstacle detection and navigation for this price range. Its vacuuming prowess was similarly impressive, doing well on both carpet and hard floors. SpecsHeight: 4.10 inchesMop type: dual spinning mop padsBrush Type: Single rubber/bristleSuction power: 11,000paThe L40 Ultra’s multifunction dock also has hot-water washing and hot-air drying to help keep the dock cleaner and fresher. It’s a great all-rounder at a good price, and as is often the case, buying an older model from an established brand gets you many of the same features as a flagship model for less money. The L40 launched in 2024, so it can be hard to find. Dreame has since released the L40s and the L40 Gen 2, which are worth considering if you can find them on sale, which they nearly always are. They have most of the same features and increased suction power.Roborock Q10 S5 PlusScore: 8ProsConsInexpensiveGood moppingAI obstacle detectionAuto mop lift and auto carpet detectionVery wide botManual water fillingDocking can be spottyWhere to Buy: $549.99 $279.99 at Amazon (with Prime) $549.99 $279.99 at RoborockThe Roborock Q10 S5 Plus has many high-end features, including good obstacle detection and navigation, as well as automatic carpet detection. It also lifts its mop pad 8mm to go over rugs, none of which are features you’ll find in other bots at this price. My main caution with this robot is that it is very wide, so it is not great for more cluttered homes, but it will do well in open-plan spaces. SpecsHeight: 3.9 inchesMop type: flat, vibrating padBrush type: single, rubber bristle Suction power: 10,000PaThe Q10 S5 uses a different mopping system from the other picks: a flat vibrating pad. This is one Roborock has used for a while, and I’ve always found it to be very effective, especially for more delicate floor surfaces that you don’t want to get too wet, as the vibration lets it clean effectively with less water. (For a more advanced, more expensive robot with this flat-pad mop system, check out the Roborock Saros 10.)The Q10’s dock will recharge the bot and automatically empty its bin, but that’s it. It won’t refill the bot’s water tank or clean its mop pad, so you’ll have to do those chores yourself. If you don’t mind emptying the bot yourself, too, you can save $60 to $100 by opting for the model without the dock. Read my full review for more.Photos and video by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge

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