Sudowoodohas become a thorn in the side of every Pokmon TCG Pocket player who uses an Arceus ex deck. Sudowoodo is a fighting-type card introduced as part of the Triumphant Light expansion. It has a long, log-like body and green bulbs for hands. My childhood self described the overall look of this Pokmon as derpy, but that doesnt matter because the silly Sudowoodo has become the ultimate tool to overcome and defeat the all-powerful god, Arceus. This post will explain why Sudowoodohas rocketed in popularity in Pokmon TCG Pocket, alongside some details about how to use it to defeat the Arceus ex decks that are all the rage right now.How to use Sudowoodo to defeat god (Arceus ex) itself Sudowoodo is a basic fighting-type Pokmon that has 80 HP and a retreat cost of two energy. It has one move, Fighting Headbutt, which requires one fighting-type energy to use and has a base power of 20 damage. But Fighting Headbutt deals an additional 30 damage if your opponent has an ex Pokmon in the active spot. As it turns out, this unique skillset is the perfect fit to counter one of the strongest (and most popular) decks at the moment, Arceus ex.A deck pairing Arceus ex with Dialga ex has become the new go-to strategy in the larger meta in Pokmon TCG Pocket. Arceus ex is a colorless type weak to fighting-type card and has 140 HP. Despite its strengths, this makes it the perfect bait for the almighty Sudowoodo.The way it works is pretty straightforward. Sudowoodo is a basic Pokmon that you can set up in one turn; just slap a single energy on one, and youre good to go. Because Arceus is an ex, and because it is vulnerable to fighting-type cards, Sudowoodo can deal up to 70 damage per turn and knock out Arceus ex in two turns with no needed ramp-up. Factor in other cards like Lucario, with its ability that increases the damage of fighting-type moves by 20 damage per attack and you have the makings of souped-up Sudowoodo.Its no wonder that Sudowoodo has become an overnight sensation in the larger Pokmon TCG Pocket community. People are sharing memes to joke about the all-powerful threat that is Sudowoodo and the way it can take down Arceus, which is a literal god in the larger Pokmon universe. So if you are having some trouble facing down all those strong new Mons, consider the benefits of using Sudowoodo.

A limited-time Disney Plus and Hulu bundle nabs you the basic bundle (so, both services with ads) for just $2.99 a month, for four months. That totals to around $12. The regular bundle goes for $10.99 a month, so youre basically getting four months for the price of one. After the four months, the price reverts to the usual $10.99. The offer is good till the end of March.In addition to hosting basically every Disney animated movie ever made (and their direct-to-home video sequels), Disney Plus also has all of the Marvel Cinematic Universe shows and movies including Daredevil: Born Again, which just kicked off this past week, and the animated Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. The next season of Andor is also just around the corner. If youre not here for the MCU and Spider-Verse of it all though, you should check out Pixars Win or Lose, which is probably the best thing Pixar has done in four years. Meanwhile, Hulu is where you can catch up on Abbott Elementary, The Bear, Only Murders in the Building, and The Handmaids Tale (which is STILL going on) but also home to a lot of my personal comfort comedies, like Frasier, Scrubs, and Golden Girls. Also new episodes of Greys Anatomy hit Hulu the very next day (another show that is STILL going on).

SHORE, the London-based company on a mission to reduce waste through reclaimed material and fun colors, dives into their newest venture: footwear. With four different styles and five modern colors to choose from, theres something for everyone in the SHORE lineup. Completely handmade out of recycled nautical rope, all shoes are made to order using their signature weave pattern, which is present in most of their products. Featuring a full Vibram sole, these shoes are meant for rugged use, with or without socks, yet also look effortlessly chic. Combine this with the amount of material that would otherwise be in a landfill, this collection is a step in the right direction for the footwear industry.The Boot in Midnight TideClosed-loop design is more and more prevalent with climate change concerns on the rise. We must prioritize the sustainability of all stages of product, designers, and producers now becoming more beholden to the concerns of consumers and civil rights groups. SHORE understands this need, and has incorporated this type of thinking into their new lineup. The rope is made of recycled material, and the shoes come in five colors Lava Stone, Dune Glow, Golden Grain, Midnight Tide, and Party Lights, each bringing a fresh take to the line.The Boot in Midnight TideThe Boot features a low-top design that is just as comfy with or without socks. Completely handwoven, the design is perfectly constructed to hold the foot firmly but comfortably using their signature weaving method.The Boot in Midnight TideThe Boot in Party LightsThe Moc in Lava StoneThe Moc takes the Boot down even further for a slip-on version, perfect for loafing about the house yet chic enough to go out with as well.The Moc in Lava StoneThe Moc in Lava StoneThe Moc in Party LightsThe Moc in Party LightsThe Clog in Dune GlowThe Clog is also a slip-on shoe, but with no back for easy kick-off. This design particularly lends itself to the type of construction we see in the SHORE line, sturdy enough to wrap around the foot while soft and pliable enough for footwear.The Clog in Dune GlowThe Clog in Midnight TideThe Slide in Dune GlowThe Slide has all the style and substance of the Clog but with an open-toe, completing the collection and uplifting the typical slide from its traditional use case.The Slide in Dune GlowThe Slide in Golden GrainThe Slide in Golden GrainLouie Rigano and Gil Muller met while studying at the Royal College of Art in London, and founded SHORE in 2015. Committed to merging technical innovation and beautifully crafted design, they redefine ideas of luxury, novelty, and traditional technique. Rigorous material research goes into their work, uncompromising in their celebration of hand worked details. SHORE creates sophisticated products that celebrate handwork, and look great doing so.The Slide in Midnight TideTo learn more about SHORE Footwear, please visit shore-studios.com.

If you thought design studio Draga & Aurel were done capturing the essence of light through furniture, think again. The dynamic duo, Draga Obradovic and Aurel K. Basedow, unveiled yet another mesmerizing collection at Design Miami in collaboration with Todd Merrill Studio, proving once more that Lucite and light refractions are their ultimate muse. Featuring Ribbon Pendant Lamps, a Flare Dining Table, and a Flare Cabinet, the new pieces are a continuation of the studios signature exploration of light, color, and transparency. With each creation, Draga & Aurel blur the boundary between art and furniture, crafting pieces that prompt observers to pause and marvel as if standing before a rare work of art.The Ribbon Pendant Lamps feature a curved ribbon of acrylic resin that drapes elegantly over an LED-lit capsule. Opaline inserts and vibrant neon colors, reminiscent of laser beams, are suspended within the Lucite, eternally capturing fleeting light refractions we might serendipitously encounter in everyday life. Thanks to the transparent quality of the material, the Ribbon lamps present as two overlapping parallel surfaces, offering an experience that shifts depending on your perspective. The interplay of color, light, and material goes beyond the mere utilitarian function of lighting a space its an effect that feels closer to observing art in a gallery.To expand on their Flare series, Draga & Aurel went to greater lengths in designing the Flare Dining Table. Like its predecessors, the design uses layered sheets of colored Lucite to create a dynamic play of light and refraction. Inspired by the mastery of color by artist Jiyong Lee and the acrylic sculptures of Vasa Mihich, the studio freezes brilliant flashes of color within the transparency of Lucite, further enhanced by the tables geometric angles. The result is a striking piece that transcends its original purpose to become an enchanting, artful experience.Rounding out the Flare collection, the the Flare Cabinet is a storage solution elevated to artistry. Its rounded metal frame offers a beautiful contrast to the transparent Lucite doors, which are assembled from sheets of varying shapes and thicknesses. The reflective surfaces amplify the experience of bent light, creating a hypnotic effect as you interact with it. Transparent, colorless Lucite legs lift the sideboard off the ground, lending a sense of lightness to the piece despite its expansive size.Draga & Aurels latest collection once again demonstrates their ability to immortalize ephemeral moments of light and color through furniture. By blending thoughtful design, artistic inspiration, and expert craftsmanship with the help of their team of master artisans from Lake Como the studio invites us to see light not as something static but as an ever-changing phenomenon, refracted, reflected, and frozen in time.To learn more about Draga & Aurels latest collections, visit draga-aurel.comor toddmerrillstudio.com.Photography by Federica Lissoni.

After months of beta testing, DuckDuckGo's AI integrations are going live for everyone and getting some upgrades at the same time: They're free to use (with certain limits), and stay in line with DuckDuckGo's commitment to user privacy (you don't have to create an account to use them, and your searches aren't tracked).As with Google, Bing, ChatGPT, and others, you can now get AI answers to your web searches at DuckDuckGo. They appear in a small box with an Assist label attached, but they aren't as prominent and don't show up as often as they do on Google or BingDuckDuckGo is aiming for a less-is-more approach to the feature. You can decide how much AI you see. Credit: Lifehacker "We're not making AI features just for the sake of making AI features," writes DuckDuckGo CEO Gabriel Weinberg. "They have to be actually useful in everyday use, starting with helping people get faster, high-quality answers to their questions."With this in mind, you can tune down the amount of AI you seehead to the DuckDuckGo settings page, and under AI Features, there's a drop-down menu that lets you choose between Never, On-demand, Sometimes, and Often. If you choose either of the latter two, the search engine uses its best judgment as to which queries might benefit from AI answers and which won't.The second part of DuckDuckGo's AI offering is the Duck.ai chatbot. You can ask follow-up questions of the bot whenever you see an AI Assist response in search results, and you can also access it via its own web portal: You've got access to multiple AI models here, including GPT-4o mini, Llama 3.3, and Claude 3 Haiku. How the AI Assist box looks at the top of results. Credit: Lifehacker Chats are never saved on DuckDuckGo servers, or used to train AI models, and you can wipe all chats from the record using the flame icon in the toolbar on the right. Ideally, DuckDuckGo wants you to use a combination of web search, AI Assist, and AI chat to help you get the answers you're looking for.If you're wondering how all of this stays free without any tracking, DuckDuckGo makes its money from advertisingit's just that the ads aren't as targeted as they are on Google, because DuckDuckGo doesn't know anywhere near as much about you. The company is also exploring the idea of a paid plan for access to more advanced AI models and for extra chats with AI (there's already a $10-per-month pro-level subscription, which includes a VPN and some other extras).Testing out the DuckDuckGo AII spent some time playing around with the new AI features, and on the whole they follow the general DuckDuckGo ethos: Everything is simple, straightforward to use, cleanly presented, and accessible without having to jump through multiple hoops just to get started with these tools.With an AI Assist level of Sometimes, DuckDuckGo usually makes the right call about whether or not AI should get involved. The reason why these search engines are rushing to implement AI is that queries like "how does DNA work?" or "how do I fix a PC that won't boot?" are often better answered by a bot than the traditional list of linksespecially if you can ask follow-up questions for clarification. You can quickly get to Duck.ai from the search results. Credit: Lifehacker For more traditional searches, like "Eiffel Tower" or "intermittent fasting," DuckDuckGo sticks to the standard approach (AI models have never been to France, or tried dieting). If you're looking for an AI response and one doesn't appear, you can click the Assist button to generate it.AI companies are often vague and dismissive when it comes to accuracy, so it's good to see DuckDuckGo addressing the issue: The AI Assist answers are "as reliable as the sources from which they are drawn," with measures in place to avoid spammy or satirical sites, and user feedback adding an extra level of verification. The web sources for AI answers are always clearly displayed, so you can click through to see the actual websites.All of the AI answers I received seemed fully accurate: I ran some tests with tech questions; the AI Assist tool picked some well-respected online publications to pull information from, and presented it accurately. There is the question of where we get to when AI is answering everything, and humans are no longer bothering to put enough information online for AI to scrape, but that's a topic for another day. You can ask follow-up questions within the search results themselves. Credit: Lifehacker I found the Duck.ai chatbot didn't appear as often as I would've liked, to ask follow-up questions. It's easy enough to switch to the chatbot manually, but then you find yourself bumping up against the knowledge cut-off points of these various modelsthey rely on historical training data rather than the latest information online. More work needs to be done on integrating live web search with AI here.On the whole, DuckDuckGo seems to have the balance right, if you want to avoid AI overload: The AI Assist feature doesn't always appear, and doesn't dominate the search results when it does show up. Answers are brief and accurate, and while there's a lot of competition out there, the privacy-first approach is reassuring.

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.The Nintendo Switch Lite is already a solid pick for gamers who prefer a portable console, but this deal on Woot makes it even more tempting. For $164.99 (for the next two days or until it sells out)down from its usual $199youre getting an open-box Singapore model thats been fitted with an official Nintendo USA power adapter. That means functionally, its the same as the U.S. version, and it plays all U.S. and international Switch games without any issue. The only catch is that it's an open-box deal, so while its brand new, the box has been opened for the adapter swap. And since this is a Woot deal, it comes with a 90-day Woot limited warranty instead of Nintendos usual one-year coverage. Prime members get free shipping, but non-members will have to add $6 to their total. Nintendo Switch Lite $164.99 at Woot $199.00 Save $34.01 Get Deal Get Deal $164.99 at Woot $199.00 Save $34.01 If you like gaming on the go, the Switch Lite is a solid choice. Its compact, lightweight, and easy to toss into a bag without worrying about detachable Joy-Cons sliding around. But that same portability comes with a trade-offyou cant dock it to a TV, so handheld mode is your only option. Additionally, the controls are built into the system, meaning theres no swapping Joy-Cons for multiplayer gaming unless you buy compatible controllers separately. But if youre a solo gamer who mostly plays RPGs, platformers, or indie titles, this wont be much of a downside. If youre on the fence, PCMag has a detailed breakdown of whether the standard Switch or the Lite is the better choice.Specs-wise, the Switch Lite holds its own. Its got an eight-inch screen, a 1.02 GHz processor, and a smooth 60 FPS frame rate. It also supports Bluetooth audio, so youre not stuck using wired headphones, notes this PCMag review. Battery life is decent, ranging from three to seven hours depending on what youre playingBreath of the Wild will drain it faster than Stardew Valley. Storage is where things get tight, though. The built-in 32GB will fill up fast, so youll likely need a microSD card sooner rather than later (something like the 512GB SanDisk microSD, which is officially licensed for the Switch, could be a good pick). If you mostly play digital games, factor that into your budget.

One of the best things about Apple upgrading one of its devices is that you can find better deals on older, still very capable models. Just days after the company announced the M4-powered MacBook Air, a version of the laptop with the M2 chipset has dropped to a new record low of $699. Thats $300 off the regular price. This is a variant with 16GB of RAM rather than the base models 8GB. That's really the bare minimum of RAM you should be looking for these days (and we were pleased to see Apple start giving the MBA 16GB of RAM as standard). You'll also get 256GB of SSD storage in this system. This discount is quite transparently an effort to clear out M2 MBA stock ahead of the M4-powered models impending arrival. And while we currently rank the M3 MBA as the best MacBook and best laptop overall, the M2 version isnt anything to sniff at especially at this price. In our 2022 review, we called the M2 MBA a near-perfect Mac and awarded it a score of 96. We liked the performance (which of course has been surpassed by the M3 system), thin form factor and terrific display and audio. The M2 MBA should still be more than capable of handling most everyday tasks. It also supports Apple Intelligence features, for those who are interested in that sort of thing. So this is a great deal on a killer, if a little older, laptop. Check out our coverage of the best Apple deals for more discounts, and follow @EngadgetDeals on X for the latest tech deals and buying advice.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/apples-m2-macbook-air-with-16gb-of-ram-drops-to-a-new-low-of-699-154743334.html?src=rss

Its obvious that Apple products are some of the most sought-after in the tech world that means sales are fewer and farther between than other gadgets, and theyre often the first things to sell out when discounts do arrive. But it would be a mistake to assume youre doomed to always pay full price on things like iPads and Apple Watches. Apple deals do exist, if you know where to look. Engadget keeps track of deals like these on a regular basis, so we can help you there. Below, weve collected the best Apple deals you can get right now on items like AirPods, MacBooks, iPads and more. Arguably the biggest caveat to note about Apple sales is that youre almost never going to see discounts directly at Apple.com. Unless you shop refurbished, youll always pay top dollar direct at Apple, and for some things (like iPhones), that might be best. But youll find more discounts more often if youre willing to shop at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target and others. Before we get to the deals, we'd be remiss if we didn't mention the new devices Apple launched recently. There are two new iPads, a new entry-level iPad with the A16 chip and 128GB of base storage, and a new iPad Air powered by the M3 chipset. You can order those now starting at $349 and $599, respectively. On the Mac side of things, the MacBook Air got an upgrade to include the latest M4 processor. That's also available to order now starting at $999. Best AirPod deals AirPods 4 with ANC for $169 ($10 off): These buds have ANC, but they dont have the interchangeable ear tips youll find on the AirPods Pro 2. Even so, they have an improved fit over the last version, plus good sound quality and a heap of advanced features. AirPods 4 without ANC for $117 ($12 off): Skip ANC to get the AirPods 4 for a bit less. These have the same design as the models with ANC along with the same advanced features and solid sound quality. Best Apple accessories deals Apple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off): The most advanced Apple Pencil includes a gyroscope, plus support for the squeeze gesture and Find My. Its essentially an upgraded version of the second-gen Pencil, complete with pressure support and magnets so it can snap to the side of your iPad for safe keeping. Apple Pencil USB-C for $69 ($10 off): This more affordable Apple Pencil doesnt support pressure sensitivity, but makes for a good stylus overall. If youre a casual note-taker and can handle connected charging, youll save a few dollars by picking this one up. Best iPad deals iPad mini (A17 Pro) for $399 ($100 off): This is the iPad to get if you prefer small tablets, akin to ereaders. The latest mini is equipped with an A17 Pro chipset, an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display and Apple Intelligence. We consider it to be the best small tablet, period, and we appreciate its Apple Pencil Pro support, 128GB of storage on the base model and compact design. iPad Pro (M4, 11-inch) for $850 ($150 off): The most powerful iPad is the iPad Pro, and its the one to get if youre even toying with the idea of using your new slab as a laptop replacement. Both the 11- and 13-inch models have gorgeous displays, thinner and lighter designs, a repositioned front camera and the excessively powerful M4 chip inside. Best Apple Watch deals 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 Watch Ultra 2 for $769 ($30 off): Apples most premium smartwatch, the Ultra 2 has a killer 36-hour battery life, a handy Low Power mode for extended use and cellular connectivity by default. It also has a compass app, water temperature gauge and a loud onboard siren that you can trigger in emergencies. Best MacBook deals and Mac discounts MacBook Air (M3, 13-inch) for $899 ($200 off): The M3 MacBook Air builds upon the solid foundation of the M2 model, meaning its more than enough computer for most people. It earned a score of 90 in our review thanks to its speedy performance, sturdy yet sleek design, excellent keyboard and trackpad and good speaker system. If you want a slightly larger display, grab the 15-inch model instead MacBook Pro (M4, 14-inch) for $1,399 ($200 off): Both the 14- and 16-inch M4 MacBook Pros are some of the fastest laptops you can get right now, ideal for content creators, video editors and anyone who needs a notebook that can handle pretty much anything they throw at it. They have bright, bold displays, improved webcams and long battery lives, plus some models have Thunderbolt 5 ports. Mac mini M4 for $529 ($70 off): If you prefer desktops, 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. iMac (M4, 24-inch) for $1,179 ($120 off): For an all-in-one solution, the M4 iMac is a good pick thanks to its powerful performance, standard 16GB of RAM and improved webcam. Just note that it only comes in the 24-inch screen size option. Read more Apple coverage: The best AirPods The best Apple Watches The best MacBooks The best iPhones Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/best-apple-deals-150020110.html?src=rss