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The Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection Is On Sale At Over Half Off Right Now
The Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection is currently on sale at Amazon for $65.24, a 53% discount from its original retail price of $139. This collection includes all four main novels and the prequel Midnight Sun, featuring new jacket designs and sprayed edges. The sale is part of Amazon's Spring Sale.
New World’s March update opens region transfers and mass-unlocks tmog ‘fits this afternoon
New World's March update introduces region transfers and several new features, including unlocking all transmog appearances and increasing gear sets to 30. The update also adjusts the AFK timer, modifies PvP queue requirements, and boosts soulmark drop rates. Server downtime is scheduled for today to implement these changes.
Amazon’s Has a Bunch of New Magic: The Gathering Deals as Part of Its Spring Sale
Amazon is offering deals on Magic: The Gathering products, including Commander decks and booster boxes, as part of its Spring Sale event. This sale provides an opportunity for players to acquire various Magic: The Gathering items at reduced prices.
Anthropic releases safer Claude Code 'auto mode' to avoid mass file deletions and other AI snafus
Anthropic has released a preview of "auto mode" for Claude Code, a new feature designed to enhance AI safety by preventing actions like mass file deletions or data extraction. This mode acts as a middle ground between requiring approval for every action and allowing full autonomy, using a classifier to permit safe actions while redirecting risky ones. The update aims to reduce the likelihood of AI-induced errors, drawing parallels to a recent AWS outage caused by an AI tool.
This gaming headset runs on "witchcraft" with a 300 hour battery life, but today's price drop is even…
The HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless gaming headset, known for its exceptional 300-hour battery life, is currently available for $119.99 during Amazon's Spring Sale, an $80 discount from its usual $199.99 price. This wireless headset supports 2.4GHz connectivity and spatial audio, making it compatible with PC and PlayStation 5, though it lacks Bluetooth support.
Save $20 When You Spend $100 On Lego Sets At Amazon
Amazon is offering a promotion where customers receive a $20 credit for every $100 spent on Lego sets, valid until July 28. Eligible sets include popular franchises like Fortnite, Super Mario, and One Piece, with some individual discounts also available.
The Lord Of The Rings Illustrated Edition, Featuring Drawings By Tolkien Himself, Is 40% Off Right Now
Amazon's Big Spring Sale features a 40% discount on the illustrated hardcover edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, priced at $54.45. This edition includes 30 color illustrations and maps by Tolkien himself. The sale also coincides with Tolkien Reading Day and offers a 'three books for the price of two' promotion.
Forget Amazon, this Pokemon card offer is the best I've seen on a must-have new set
This article discusses the pricing of the new Pokemon Perfect Order trading card set, arguing that offers from retailers like Miniature Market and Walmart are better than those found on Amazon. It highlights the issue of inflated prices due to demand and resellers, and mentions that The Pokemon Company's acquisition of a distributor may not immediately improve the situation.
Lego Pixar Lamp Is Discounted To Its Lowest Price Ever
The Lego Disney Pixar Luxo Jr. set, based on the iconic Pixar lamp, is currently discounted to its lowest price ever at $55.95 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The 613-piece poseable set stands over 11 inches tall and includes nods to various Pixar films.
Lego Optimus Prime Transforms To A Lower Price On Amazon
Amazon's Spring Sale features a discount on the Lego Icons Optimus Prime 10302 Transformers set, reducing its price from $180 to $153. The 1,508-piece set can transform between robot and truck modes and includes accessories like an ion blaster and Energon axe. Other deals mentioned include Lego The Lord of the Rings and a Mario-themed Nintendo Switch controller.
Lego Lord Of The Rings Book Nook Is On Sale For A Nice Price Right Now
The Lego Icons The Lord of the Rings: Balrog Book Nook set is currently on sale at Amazon for $109, down from its original price of $130. This 1,201-piece set recreates the "You Shall Not Pass!" scene and includes minifigures of Gandalf and the Balrog. In related news, Stephen Colbert is writing a new Lord of the Rings movie titled The Shadow of the Past.
Notable Amazon Prime Video Series Worth Streaming
Amazon Prime Video offers a diverse selection of series, including thrillers like "Steal" and "The Night Manager," dramas, and genre blends. Standout titles include the critically acclaimed video game adaptation "Fallout," the superhero satire "Gen V," the animated "Invincible," and the epic fantasy "The Wheel of Time."
Meta is letting creators fill their Reels with shopping links
Meta is enabling creators on Instagram and Facebook to add clickable shopping links directly within their Reels, allowing them to tag up to 30 products. This feature aims to simplify brand partnerships and affiliate marketing for creators, bringing Meta's platforms in line with competitors like TikTok and YouTube Shorts. While Meta is not currently taking a cut of sales, the data gathered could inform its advertising business.
This Switch 2 grip case was already a cheap dBrand alternative, but it's now down to a record-low price for the…
The Fastsnail Protective Case for the Nintendo Switch 2, which adds comfortable grips and game storage, is currently available at a record-low price of $21.59 on Amazon. This budget-friendly alternative to the Dbrand Killswitch offers a dock-friendly design, though it makes the volume buttons slightly harder to press.
Amazon Has Big Savings On Magic: The Gathering Booster Boxes, Including Secrets of Strixhaven Today
Amazon is offering significant discounts of up to 40% on Magic: The Gathering booster boxes, including sets like Secrets of Strixhaven. This sale presents an opportunity for players to acquire various card sets at a reduced price.
Billionaire OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died from cancer at 43
Leonid Radvinsky, the billionaire owner of OnlyFans, has died at the age of 43 after a battle with cancer. Radvinsky purchased OnlyFans in 2018 and is credited with transforming it into a major platform, reportedly earning nearly $2 million daily in 2024. His past business ventures included controversial websites like MyFreeCams and Cybertania.
Amazon wanted The Boys to run longer than five seasons, so Eric Kripke wrapped up season 4 in a way where he could…
The Boys creator Eric Kripke confirmed that the Prime Video series will conclude after its fifth season, despite some Amazon executives questioning the decision. Kripke stated that the explosive ending of season four leaves no other narrative path forward. Actor Erin Moriarty anticipates a finale filled with shock, laughter, and emotional gravity.
Magic Precon Decks Score Heavy Discounts in Early Amazon Spring Sale Deals
Amazon is offering discounts on various Magic: The Gathering preconstructed decks as part of its Spring Sale. The sale includes decks from both Universes Beyond and Universes Within sets.
Amazon's new James Bond movie is "moving along quite nicely," says screenwriter
Screenwriter Steven Knight has stated that progress on Amazon's upcoming James Bond movie is proceeding well. While unable to share specific details, Knight expressed enjoyment in the process and indicated that updates are forthcoming.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest celebrates 27 years and a lawsuit settlement in its favor
EverQuest celebrated its 27th anniversary with a lawsuit settlement that favors Daybreak Game Company, keeping emulators offline. This week also saw layoffs at Amazon for Lost Ark developers, Facebook scaling back VR metaverse ambitions, and discussions around various MMORPG updates and industry trends.