Via a slow, four-hours-and-counting stream of names on the backs of directors chairs, Marvel Studios has announced that Patrick Stewart is on the cast list for the Russo brothers upcoming MCU movie Avengers: Doomsday. The stream, still in progress, is continuing to list former X-Men actors wholl be in the movie, including Ian McKellen, Alan Cumming, Rebecca Romijn, and most recently, James Marsden.The announcement stream is only revealing actor names, not roles. Its easy to infer that Patrick Stewart will be playing the role of mutant leader Professor X he did, after all, reprise his 00s turn in the Fox X-Men movies as an alternate universe version of the character in the MCUs Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness and any argument to the contrary was dispelled by the reveal of McKellens name. McKellen memorably portrayed Professor Xs opposite number, Magneto, in a series of X-Men movies, though McKellen hasnt returned to the role since 2006s X-Men: The Last Stand.Cumming played the X-Man Nightcrawler in one film: 2003s X2: X-Men: United. Rebecca Romijn was last seen as Mystique in 2006s X-Men: The Last Stand. James Marsden played Cyclops in all three Bryan Singer X-Men movies before the characters anticlimactic death in X-Men: The Last Stand. He turned up for a cameo in the time-traveling story of 2014s X-Men: Days of Future Past.Fans have waited years for the Marvel Cinematic Universe to feature characters from Marvel Comics legendary X-Men silo, and the waiting only got harder after Marvel Studios recouped the film rights to the X-Men when the Disney company acquired 20th Century Fox Studios. Whether these folks are on hand to play these characters for keeps in the MCU, or theyre just appearing in cameos as alternate-universe elder statesmen, clearing the way for the MCUs future X-Men film franchise, the announcement of their involvement says one thing: Marvel has a plan for the X-Men, and its first steps are (hopefully) finally here.This story is in active development, and will be updated as new X-Men actors are revealed as part of the Avengers: Doomsday cast.The next MCU movie to hit theaters will be Thunderbolts*, on May 2. Avengers: Doomsday is currently scheduled for release on May 1, 2026.

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.I feel better about my life since having installed this Ring doorbell. So far, the motion-detecting feature hasn't captured anything more interesting than the occasional neighborhood cat walking by, but I like seeing Mr. Nibbles making his rounds. Plus, I'll know about the early morning FBI raid before they start yelling "come out with your hands up." Amazon Ring Doorbell $99.99 at Amazon Get Deal Get Deal $99.99 at Amazon Seriously though, it's excellent for checking whether packages have been delivered and being able to see who has shown up at your door before you actually open it. If you are frequently visited by salespeople who want to replace your windows or talk about energy costs, it's much easier to say "I'm kind of busy right now, sorry" through an intercom than face-to-face. It's a legitimately good deal too. During the ongoing Amazon Big Spring Sale, the price on this version of Ring's second generation doorbell is the lowest it's ever been$54.99, almost half off the list price of $99.99. Along with offering head-to-toe video, this Ring Doorbell is easy to install, easy to charge through USB-C, features both live view and two-way talk, and works with Amazon Alexa devices like the Echo Dot and Echo Show, so you can monitor your front stoop hands-free. If you want to be super slick, you can even charge it with a little solar panel, also on sale.Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter,Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including:The Best Over-Ear HeadphonesThe Best Wireless EarbudsThe Best Adjustable Dumbbell SetsThe Best Projectors

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.If you've got an Android phone, there's a good chance it's either one of Google's Pixels or Samsung's Galaxies. Luckily, both the entire Pixel 9 lineup and every Samsung Galaxy S25 are discounted for Amazon's Big Spring Sale event. While Pixels are most well known for their exclusive software features and a unique camera bar, Samsung is instead a great choice for anyone prioritizing camera fidelity or raw performance. Samsung Galaxy S25 $699.99 at Amazon $799.99 Save $100.00 Get Deal Get Deal $699.99 at Amazon $799.99 Save $100.00 Samsung Galaxy S25+ $867.00 at Amazon $999.99 Save $132.99 Get Deal Get Deal $867.00 at Amazon $999.99 Save $132.99 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra $1,099.99 at Best Buy $1,299.99 Save $200.00 Get Deal Get Deal $1,099.99 at Best Buy $1,299.99 Save $200.00 SEE 0 MORE Starting with the Samsung Galaxy S25, this phone runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, a custom version of Qualcomm's reliable mobile chips. It's also got three rear lenses, including a 50MP wide-angle lens, and a 6.2-inch and 120Hz OLED display. Memory is a generous 12GB, while storage options start at 128GB.If 6.2-inches isn't quite big enough for you, there's also the Galaxy S25+, which shares most of the base model's specs, but bumps up the screen size to 6.7-inches and the starting storage to 256GB. As a plus, it's also got a bigger battery (at 4900mAh vs. 4000mAH), which helps make use of its extra size.Finally, there's the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This is where that camera pedigree really shows, with the wide-angle lens now being a whopping 200MP, while the Ultra Wide lens jumps from 12MP to 50MP. It also gets an additional, 50MP telephoto lens. But cameras aside, there's also now a 5000mAH battery, the screen is even bigger at 6.9-inches, and there's a titanium frame, as well as an included stylus. About the only thing that doesn't get a bump here is performancethe chip and memory loadouts are the same, although you can chalk that up less to the Ultra being underpowered and the base model being fairly generous on the internals.Depending on your needs, any of these phones could be a great choice for you, and while Pixel does have its unique Google software, Samsung isn't slacking there, with One UI 7 coming with a number of exclusive media and notifications features.Shopping for tech? Lifehacker can help you make the right decision. Browse our tech reviews and head-to-head comparisons for everything from laptops and smartwatches to e-bikes and home gyms. Subscribe to our deals newsletter,Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox, or browse our best-of lists directly on Amazon, including:The Best Over-Ear HeadphonesThe Best Wireless EarbudsThe Best Adjustable Dumbbell SetsThe Best Projectors

This years Amazon Spring Sale is in full swing, and as promised, a ton of household, fashion and outdoor gear has dropped to record-low prices. Tech isnt a huge focus for this sale, but there are a decent number of devices on sale right now for some of the best prices weve seen all year. The selection may not be as good as that of Amazon Prime Day in July, but it still provides a good opportunity to save on things like headphones, robot vacuums, air purifiers and more.Weve collected the best Amazon Spring Sale deals on tech gear here so you dont have to go searching for them. The Spring Sale runs through March 31, so check back here for all of the latest deals as they drop. Best Amazon Spring Sale deals 10th-gen iPad for $269 (23 percent off): The previous version of most affordable iPad gives you an A14 Bionic chip, a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, TouchID built into the lock button and more. Its compatible with the first-gen Apple Pencil and the keyboard folio, plus we found it to have solid performance and a matching battery life. Dyson AM09 heater and fan for $300 (36 percent off): The AM09 has been around for ages, and for good reason. It's an excellent heater during cold months and fan during warm months, so you can use it all year round. Jet Focus control lets you choose from Focused or Diffused for personal or whole-room heating or cooling, and the handy sleep timer lets you set when the device turns off in intervals from 15 minutes up to nine hours. Dyson V15s Detect Submarine for $800 ($150 off): This Dyson cordless stick vacuum and mop is a top pick in our best cordless vacuums guide thanks to its sleek design and included mop attachment that easily swap in so you can clean tile, hardwood and other flooring with liquid solution. Yes, it's expensive, but you're essentially getting two cleaning machines in one plus, when used as a vacuum, it has excellent suction power and great battery life. Levoit Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (LVAC-200) for $150 ($50 off): The lowest price weve tracked on this stick vac is $130 but this matches the lowest price weve seen this year. Its our runner up budget pick for a stick vac in our guide. It doesnt have a storage base and the bin is smallish, but its lightweight and super affordable. It also disassembles easily for storage making its lack of base less of a deal breaker. Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for $280 ($70 off): A version of one of our favorite air fryers, this air fryer toaster oven has 11 cooking modes including air fry, broil, bake, roast and more, and it has a large capacity that can fit up to six slices of bread at once or a 13-inch pizza. The Pro model is also on sale, down to $320 from $400. Sonos Ray for $179 ($100 off): This is our favorite midrange soundbar thanks to its compact, attractive design and easy setup. It's best for those who have a smaller living room or den they want to outfit with better TV sound. Also available at Sonos in their March Madness sale. Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones for $318 (20 percent off): These top our list of the best wireless headphones you can get right now thanks to their supreme comfort, excellent sound quality and ANC, multipoint connectivity and 30-hour battery life. Bose QuietComfort headphones for $249 ($100 off): These Bose over-ear headphones provide excellent noise cancellation, a comfortable fit and up to 24 hours of listening time on a single charge. A quick-charge feature will net you 2.5 hours of battery life in just 15 minutes of charging, so you'll rarely have to go without them, too. Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $349 ($80 off): These hold the top spot in our best wireless headphones guide for excellent noise cancellation. These cans will give you a step up in ANC, blocking out most noise and chatter of those around you. General audio quality has been improved as well, and they have a comfy fit. Amazon Fire TV Stick HD for $20 (43 percent off): Our top pick for the best budget streaming device can play content at 1080p/60fps and now its remote can also control your TV's power and volume. There's also Alexa support built into the remote, so you can use voice commands to search for content. Apple Watch Series 10 for $299 ($100 off): Apples flagship wearable is the best smartwatch you can buy, period. While the Series 10 was an iterative update, thats not necessarily a bad thing. It sports a slightly longer battery life, a slimmer design and wide-angle OLED screen for better viewing angles. It tracks workouts accurately and delivers alerts to your wrist efficiently. Apple Watch SE for $169 ($80 off): Those on tighter budgets can opt for the Apple Watch SE and know theyre getting the core Apple wearable experience with few compromises. We consider it to be the best smartwatch for newbies. Apple AirPods Pro 2 for $170 ($79 off): The AirPods Pro 2 remain Apples best set of wireless earbuds, as they offer the full set of Apple-focused features, strong ANC, onboard volume controls, a (generally) comfy in-ear design and a warm sound profile that most should find agreeable. They can even work as a hearing aid, though their six-hour battery life still isnt the best, and you should only get them if youre all-in on Apple hardware. If thats the case, though, we call them the best choice for iPhone owners in our wireless earbuds buying guide. We saw this pair drop as low as $154 back in December, but this deal comes within a dollar of its best price since then. AirPods Max (USB-C) for $480 ($70 off): If youre looking for over-ear headphones with all of the conveniences of in-ear AirPods, the AirPods Max are one of your only options (with the others being Beats devices). The latest models have the same design as the originals, but now charge up via USB-C instead of Lightning. Mac mini M4 for $529 ($70 off): If you're on the market for a new desktop, the upgraded M4 Mac mini is one that wont take up too much space, but will provide a ton of power at the same time. Not only does it come with an M4 chipset, but it also includes 16GB of RAM in the base model, plus front-facing USB-C and headphone ports for easier access. Beats Studio Pro for $180 (49 percent off): These Beats headphones have improved sound quality, good Transparency mode and USB-C charging, plus decent mic quality for phone calls. They support wired USB-C audio, plus they have solid ANC as well. Beats Fit Pro for $169 (15 percent off): These are the best wireless earbuds for working out thanks to their comfortable, secure fit, good sound quality with thumping bass and handful of convenient features provided by Apple's H1 chipset. It provides quick-pairing and switching between Apple devices (and quick pairing with Android phones), Find My compatibility and hands-free Siri. Chipolo One for $20 ($5 off): The Chipolo One is the top overall pick in our guide to the best Bluetooth trackers. While Apples AirTag can tap into a substantially larger crowd-sourcing network, weve found the One to send separation alerts faster when youve left an item behind and ring louder when youre back in its vicinity. Blink Mini 2 for $20 (50 percent off): Blink's latest wired, indoor security camera is one of our favorites, particularly if you're just starting out building a security camera system. It's easy to set up and use, and it works seamlessly with Amazon's Alexa. Plus, if you want a local storage option, you can buy the Blink Sync Module 2 and a thumb drive to store video clips locally. Audible (three months) for $3 ($42 off): This deal gives you access to Audible Premium Plus, which includes one credit each month that you can spend on any book you'd like, along with listening access to thousands of other books, podcasts and Audible Originals. You also get to take part in Audible's exclusive member sales. Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum for $300 ($138 off): This is a version of one of our top picks in our best robot vacuums guide. Shark makes excellent robovacs with strong suction power and convenient bagless, self-emptying bases. This model in particular can hold up to 60 days worth of debris before its base needs to be emptied. If you want a machine that can mop in addition to vacuum, consider Shark's Matrix Plus robovac, which is 47 percent off and down to $400. iRobot Roomba Combo Vac and Mop for $149 (45 percent off): This "essential" Roomba is relatively no-frills, but it has the added benefit of being a mopping robot in addition to a vacuum. It includes a washable mopping pad and a water reservoir so you can clean hard floors, and it will autonomously vacuum just like all of iRobot's other basic robovacs. Cosori 9-in-1 air fryer for $90 ($30 off): One of our favorites in our best air fryers guide, this Cosori model has nine preset cooking modes and a spacious cooking basket that can handle more food at once than you might expect. It's not too large, so it can sit on your countertop all the time, and the basket has a safety release button that prevents accidental pulls. Levoit Core 400S air purifier for $190 ($30 off with coupon): Our top pick for the best air purifier for most people, the Core 400S has easy-to-use onboard controls, powerful filtering technology that isn't too loud and relatively affordable replacement filters. It reliably improved air quality in our testing, and even though its mobile app is a little overstuffed, it gives you another way to control and monitor the device. TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro mesh Wi-Fi system for $280 (30 percent off): Our current pick for the best mesh Wi-Fi system you can get, this TP-Link bundle may be no-frills, but it gets the job done nicely. It's easy to set up and provides excellent Wi-Fi 6E performance, plus the three included nodes can cover up to 7,200 square feet. Samsung Evo Select microSD card (512GB) for $35 ($5 off): A value pick in our best microSD cards guide, this Evo Select card provides respectable read and write speeds, and it comes with a full-sized adapter. Samsung T7 portable SSD (2TB) for $140 (48 percent off): We're on the T9 series now, but if you're looking to save a bit of cash, the T7 remains a great option for on-the-go storage. It supports read and write speeds up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s and sports a pocket-friendly design. Amazon Spring Sale FAQs When is the Amazon Spring Sale? The Amazon Spring Sale 2025 runs from March 25 through March 31. What is Amazon's Spring Sale? The Amazon Spring Sale is a multi-day sale event that has taken place at the end of March since 2024. Do I have to be a Prime Member to shop the Amazon Spring Sale? No, Amazon Spring Sale deals are available to all, including those who do not subscribe to Prime. What types of deals can I expect to find during the Amazon Spring Sale? In the past, we've seen a lot of spring cleaning and fashion items in sale during the Big Spring Sale. We expect this year to be no different. We at Engadget in particular will be on the lookout for discounts on our favorite spring cleaning tech, including robot vacuums, cordless vacuums and air purifiers, along with deals on kitchen and smart home gear. Are there deals I can shop now ahead of the Amazon Spring Sale? Yes, check out our list of the best Amazon Spring Sale deals you can get right now above. How long does the Amazon Spring Sale last? The Amazon Spring Sale lasts seven days this year, running from March 25 through March 31. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/amazon-spring-sale-2025-the-best-tech-deals-from-apple-bose-sonos-beats-anker-and-others-130607393.html?src=rss

Codemasters' Formula 1 franchise is back for another lap. Publisher EA says the tracks in F1 2025 have a more realistic look and feel, thanks to LiDAR scanning. The new installment arrives on May 30.Although EA didn't offer much detail about LiDAR's use, we can safely assume it involved high-resolution 3D scans of real-world tracks to make them as close to a 1:1 representation as possible. (After all, it's the same tech autonomous vehicles use for real-time 3D mapping and object detection.) Regardless, we reached out to EA to try to get more info. We'll update this story if we hear back.EA / CodemastersIn other areas, F1 25 overhauls My Team, with players now able to serve as the squad's owner and driver. And in the Braking Point story mode, Konnersport has moved up in the world and is now a highly competitive team battling for championships. But wait, "a dramatic event throws the team into chaos," so rest assured the writing team still understands the importance of using obstacles in storytelling.F1 25 launches on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 30. If you own F1 23 or F1 24, you can save 15 percent off your pre-order of the game's Iconic Edition, which typically costs $80 on PC and $90 on consoles. That variant will add post-launch Braking Point chapters that tie into Apple's upcoming film F1, starring Brad Pitt. Meanwhile, the base game costs $60 on PC and $70 on PlayStation and Xbox.You can check out the trailer below, featuring cover star Lewis Hamilton.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/ea-used-lidar-to-model-the-tracks-in-f1-25-192206031.html?src=rss

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The Supreme Courton Wednesday upheld a Biden administration regulation on the nearly impossible-to-trace weapons calledghost guns, clearing the way for continued serial numbers, background checks and age verification requirements for buying the kits online.The 7-2 opinion found that existing gun laws allow regulation of the kits increasingly linked to crime. It comes after President Donald Trump ordered a review that could undermine or reverse the regulations championed by his predecessor.Sales of the homemade firearms grew exponentially as kits allowing for easy at-home building came into the market, Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote in the majority opinion. Some home hobbyists enjoy assembling them. But criminals also find them attractive, he said.The number of ghost guns found at crime scenes around the countryhas also soared, according to federal data. Fewer than 1,700 were recovered by law enforcement in 2017, but that number grew to 27,000 in 2023, according to Justice Department data.Since the federal rule was finalized, though, ghost gun numbers have flattened out or declined in several major cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Baltimore, according to court documents. Manufacturing of miscellaneous gun parts also dropped 36% overall, the Justice Department has said.Ghost guns are any privately made firearms without the serial numbers that allow police to trace weapons used in crime. The 2022 regulation was focused on kits sold online with everything needed to build a functioning firearm sometimes in less than 30 minutes, according to court documents.Ghost guns have been used in high-profile crimes, includinga mass shootingcarried out with an AR-15-style ghost gun in Philadelphia that left five people dead. Police believe a ghost gun used inthe slaying of UnitedHealthcares CEOin Manhattan was made on a 3D printer rather than assembled from a kit of the kind at the center of the Supreme Court case.Finalized at the direction of then-President Joe Biden,the frame and receiver rulerequires companies to treat the kits like other firearms by adding serial numbers, running background checks and verifying that buyers are 21 or older.Gun groups challenged the rule in court in the case known as Garland v. VanDerStok. Most crimes are committed with traditional firearms, not ghost guns, they argued. Its legal for people to build their own firearms at home, the challengers said, arguing that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives overstepped its authority by trying to regulate the kits.The Supreme Court majority disagreed, pointing out that the law gives the ATF the power to regulate items that can be quickly made into working firearms.The Buy Build Shoot kit can be readily converted into a firearm too, for it requires no more time, effort, expertise, or specialized tools to complete, Gorsuch wrote, referring to a specific product.Some kits may take more time to build into guns and therefore fall outside the ATFs power, he wrote, but many popular kits are subject to regulation.Gun safety groups celebrated the ruling, with Everytown Law executive director Eric Tirschwell saying the rule also had broad support from law enforcement. Fundamentally, todays decision confirms the ghost gun industry is dead as a viable business model, he said.A Michigan woman whose son lost an eye when he was accidently shot by a friend who bought a ghost gun before he was old enough to legally buy a typical weapon also applauded. We are deeply relieved by todays ruling, which will help ensure that a tragedy like ours never happens again, she said.The court previouslyexpanded Second Amendment rightswith a finding that modern gun regulations must fit within historical traditions. The justices alsostruck downa firearm regulation from President Donald Trumps first administration, a ban on gun accessories known as bump stocks that enable rapid fire.In a dissent, Justice Clarence Thomas wrote that the ghost gun rule should meet the same fate. The kits, he wrote, are only firearm parts and shouldnt be subject to a regulation that could open the door to rules on other popular weapons. Congress could have authorized ATF to regulate any part of a firearm or any object readily convertible into one, he wrote. But, it did not.Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press