This Fitbit Smartwatch for Kids Is $65 Off Right Now

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Woot has the Fitbit Google Ace LTE down to $113.47, a substantial drop from its $179.95 list price and, according to price trackers, the lowest price the watch has reached so far. The same watch is currently $133.11 on Amazon, making Woot’s offer worth considering if you’re shopping for a smartwatch for a child between ages 7 and 11. That said, Woot lists it as an Open-Box deal—meaning while the packaging was previously opened (maybe for display or testing), the unit itself is new. Prime members also get free shipping (while everyone else pays $6), though it’s limited to the lower 48 states.

Fitbit Google Ace LTE

$113.47 at Woot

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$113.47 at Woot

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The smartwatch is sturdy and relatively easy for kids to navigate, while taking a playful approach with animated characters, games, and movement challenges built into the experience. The games are linked to activity goals—depending on the game, they’ll need to hit a movement target every five to 10 minutes before they can continue, giving them a reason to get up and move throughout the day while they’re using the watch. Beyond the games, the Ace LTE covers the basics you’d expect from a connected kids’ watch, including calls, texts, GPS location tracking, and parental controls through the Fitbit Ace app, which works with both iPhones and Android.

There are a few limitations to keep in mind, including the lack of music and sleep-tracking apps. This PCMag review also found that the watch can occasionally feel sluggish when switching between features—but more importantly, the Ace LTE requires a $9.99-per-month Ace Pass for LTE connectivity, GPS location tracking, and access to its games. With the subscription, kids can use the watch to send and receive calls and texts, while parents can check their location, giving it a practical purpose beyond activity tracking. Without the Ace Pass, however, the watch is essentially limited to basic movement and step tracking, which makes spending extra for this model harder to justify when a simpler Fitbit Ace 3 can cover that territory for less.

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Peloton Just Launched Its First Foldable and Most Affordable Treadmill to Date

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Peloton just launched three new treadmills: the Tread Flex, its first folding treadmill, plus the Tread Vision and Tread+ Vision. Together they span a wide range, from a space-saving $2,195 machine for walkers to a $6,695 slat-belt powerhouse built for elite athletes and Hyrox competitors.

As with nearly every other market right now, there's a big focus on intelligence and personalization. Peloton claims the new hardware is "smarter," with features like a movement-tracking camera that can analyze your running form. The software goes further, with features that adapt to how you actually train, and what's really exciting is that many of them are coming to Peloton's existing treads too. I got a sneak peek at the lineup at Peloton Studios New York last week. Here's what I learned about Peloton's newest lineup of treadmills.

Tread Flex ($2,195)

For most people, the Flex is the main headline here. It folds down to save roughly 50% of floor space, and folded, Peloton reps told me it's shorter than a Peloton Bike. A two-step cylinder release lowers the deck gradually, and a safety locking pin keeps it secure when upright. Caster wheels make it easy to reposition, and the swivel screen lets you move from the belt to floor workouts like strength, yoga, and stretching. It's also quiet: Peloton says it runs at 70 dB at 12.5 mph, its top speed, with no one on the belt. It's best suited to walkers, hikers, and low-impact cardio fans.

Tread Vision ($3,495)

This is a top-to-bottom upgrade of Peloton's tread, with improvements at nearly every touchpoint:

• A 23.8" swivel screen with Sonos-tuned speakers and an integrated cooling fan

• A movement-tracking camera that powers Run Analysis and connected strength workouts

• New deck cushioning with internal dampeners to reduce joint impact

• A redesigned tray for your phone, tablet, and water bottle

• New Jump Buttons that take you to the next or previous whole-number speed or incline in a single tap

Peloton pitches it at mixed households with varied goals: walkers, joggers, runners, and strength trainers.

Tread+ Vision ($6,695)

The Tread+ Vision is Peloton's premium performance treadmill, built for high-mileage training and elite athletes. Its rubberized slat-belt deck rides on a ball-bearing system designed to return energy to your stride. It includes everything on the Tread Vision, including the movement-tracking camera for Run Analysis and connected strength workouts, plus the Jump Buttons, and adds exclusive Sled Mode and Free Mode (more on those below). Peloton says it's best for performance runners, endurance athletes, and Hyrox competitors.

Tread+ Vision on the left; Tread Vision on the right. Credit: Meredith Dietz

Peloton’s new software features

For me, the bigger news is the launch of a slew of promising new software features. These are the ones that most caught my attention, especially because they're coming to legacy devices too, as long as the hardware can support them.

Run Analysis uses the movement-tracking camera for AI-powered form analysis. It measures cadence, vertical oscillation, stride length, and vertical ratio, then gives you a Running Efficiency Score from 1 to 100 after each workout, along with personalized tips. It needs a one-time camera calibration, and the camera runs silently in the background with no live display. It's available on the Tread Vision, Tread+ Vision, and CTS Tread+, but not in Bootcamp, Warm Up, Cool Down, or ReRun workouts.

IQ Pace Targets are coming to all tread hardware. It analyzes your recent running to recommend a personalized pace range, kicking in after about 10 running workouts and adapting as your fitness changes. On-screen Shortcuts line up instructor cues with your own targets, so a single tap changes your speed or incline. Personalization must be enabled.

ReRuns brings your real-world outdoor routes to the tread. It syncs past runs and walks from the Peloton app or a connected smartwatch, and Auto-Incline follows the actual elevation profile. If you haven't saved any run outdoors, there's a preloaded library that includes TCS New York City Marathon route segments and select past Peloton Run Club routes. Location services must be on during outdoor workouts.

Credit: Meredith Dietz

Sled Mode is for the Hyrox crowd and is coming to all Tread+ hardware. It emulates the sled push with software-controlled resistance from 30 to 300 lbs against the slat belt. Press the "Free Mode" button, set your sled weight with the adjuster, and the belt is driven by your own stride. There are dedicated instructed Sled Mode classes, and it's also accessible in Just Run.

Heart rate workouts are Zone 2-based, non-instructed sessions guided by heart rate rather than speed or incline. They're available in Just Run and Entertainment, with real-time on-screen target zone guidance that adapts to keep you in the right zone. You'll need a connected heart rate monitor, smartwatch, or wearable. They work across all Peloton cardio hardware (Tread, Bike, and Row).

For all the new software features I list above, you'll need All-Access Membership—except heart rate workouts, which are also available on App+ and App.

Even a VPN Can't Protect You From This Browser Security Flaw

A VPN conceals your IP address by routing your internet traffic through a remote server, preventing anyone surveilling the network from tracking your online activity. Theoretically, that means no one should be able to identify you when you connect to a network and browse the internet, even your ISP. 

In practice, though, there are plenty of gaps that hackers can exploit. A while back, Lifehacker covered browser fingerprinting, which uses hundreds of data points, like your hardware specs, operating system version, web browser, and GPU signature, to establish a shadow profile that follows you around even when your VPN is enabled. There's another way cyberattackers can intercept your data, and it involves exploiting a communication leak right inside your browser. 

Major browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge have a feature called WebRTC that lets them bypass the encrypted Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) tunnel created by your VPN to establish high-speed connections for demanding tasks like video streaming, voice calls, and screen sharing. This leaves your real IP address exposed throughout the transmission, offering plenty of time for attackers to capture the identifying information you are trying to hide. 

Luckily, VPN providers are getting better at preventing WebRTC leaks through additional security features, but these protections often need to be configured manually in your VPN settings or, if your VPN does not offer WebRTC leak prevention, directly in your web browser. I’ll show you how to set it up step by step, so you don’t get blindsided by an unintended IP address leak. 

How WebRTC leaks bypass your VPN 

VPN providers are getting better at addressing WebRTC leaks Credit: Surfshark

WebRTC is short for Web Real-Time Communication, a technology that lets your browser find the shortest route to connect to another device for high-bandwidth data transfer. It establishes a direct peer-to-peer connection with another device using your public IP address, improving your data transfer speeds during video and voice calls, live streaming, and screen shares. 

Everybody on the internet has probably been exposed to WebRTC connections at one point or another—for example, when you make a video call through Google Meet. Because the technology requires your public IP address to establish a faster connection, it bypasses your VPN’s default TCP encryption tunnel using a separate communication protocol called User Datagram Protocol (UDP), which foregoes safety for speed. 

WebRTC connectivity is built into most modern web browsers, including Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers, Firefox, Edge, Opera, and even Safari. It’s also enabled by default, which means that your VPN won’t conceal your IP address when you’re on a video conference or livestream unless you take separate steps to prevent unencrypted data transfers. 

Visit a website like IPLeaks or BrowserLeaks to see if your web browser is encrypted during WebRTC connections Credit: IPLeaks

How to test for a WebRTC leak

You can test for WebRTC leaks by using specific online tools to run security checks on your browser while the VPN is switched on. Here’s how to do it: 

1. Enable your VPN using the provider’s app or browser extension. 

2. Visit a website like BrowserLeaks or IPLeaks on your preferred browser to test for leaks. 

3. Check for the results in the “WebRTC Leak Test” section of the test report. Look at the result corresponding to the “Public IP Address” field. 

4. If it says “No IP Leak,” you’re good. But if it says something like “WebRTC IP doesn't match your Remote IP,” or displays your real IP address somewhere in that section, you’re exposed. 

How to disable WebRTC in your browser to prevent IP leaks

Many top VPN providers offer built-in WebRTC protection using network firewalls and kill switches that prevent IP leakage. However, if running a leak test reveals that your connection is exposed, your safest option is to disable WebRTC connections at the browser level (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, etc.). 

There’s a tradeoff here, because many platforms, including Google Meet and Discord on the web, require WebRTC features to function properly. With that in mind, it’s better to toggle it off during sensitive browsing sessions and flip it back on when you’re on a secure video call with someone you know. 

Not every browser handles WebRTC the same way either. For example, Firefox lets you disable the feature outright, while Safari puts in special restrictions to prevent excess data leakage, and Chrome doesn’t offer any built-in toggle without a third-party plugin. Here’s how you can disable WebRTC in most popular web browsers: 

Disabling WebRTC in Firefox

Firefox is the only major browser that lets you disable WebRTC outright, without any extensions.

1. Type about:config into the address bar and accept the risk warning.

2. Search for media.peerconnection.enabled.

3. Double-click the entry to flip its value from true to false.

Keep in mind that this breaks any site that depends on the WebRTC feature, including video calls on Google Meet or Discord. 

Disabling WebRTC in Chrome

Chrome doesn't offer a built-in WebRTC toggle, so you'll need a browser extension built specifically to control WebRTC handling, such as the WebRTC Control extension available on the Chrome Web Store.

1. Install a reputable WebRTC-control extension from the Chrome Web Store.

2. Set its WebRTC IP handling policy to “Disable non-proxied UDP.”

3. Reload a leak-test page to confirm your real IP address no longer shows up.

Be selective about which extension you install—a tool meant to limit WebRTC usage has no legitimate reason to request access to your browsing history or the contents of every page you visit.

Disabling WebRTC in Edge

Edge runs on the same Chromium engine as Chrome, so the solution here is the same: There’s no native off switch, but you can use a browser extension from the Microsoft Edge Add-ons store or the Chrome Web Store to disable WebRTC.

1. Install a WebRTC-blocking extension compatible with Edge.

2. Configure it to disable non-proxied UDP or block WebRTC outright, depending on what it supports.

3. If you’re okay with leaving WebRTC enabled as long as your IP address stays hidden, you can type edge://flags into your browser’s address bar and enable “Anonymize local IPs exposed by WebRTC” without installing an extension.

4. Re-test with your VPN connected to confirm the leak is closed.

Are WebRTC leaks really worth worrying about?

It seems almost every day that a new security vulnerability makes the headlines, so you might be wondering if all this precaution is worth the trouble. 

If you’d like to follow my rule of thumb, I would say that if you’re privacy-conscious enough to use a VPN, you should also pay attention to your browser’s WebRTC handling and at least anonymize your IP for UDP connections, if not disable WebRTC outright. Keep in mind that WebRTC stays enabled by default even when your browser is in Incognito Mode and you’re using a VPN at the same time, so extra precaution is worth the effort if you care about the additional privacy. 

You Can Get Rosetta Stone Sapphire on Sale for Just $127 Right Now

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Rosetta Stone Sapphire is on sale for $127.20 at StackSocial right now, giving new users a structured way to stick with language learning for a year. The appeal isn't that Rosetta Stone suddenly makes language learning easy—you still have to put in the time—but it does give you a structured way to practice without having to piece together lessons and vocabulary lists from different apps. The sessions are short, progress carries across your devices, and you can switch languages whenever you want.

The way Rosetta Stone teaches is a little different from apps that rely heavily on direct translation—it uses pictures, audio, written words, and context to help you figure out meaning as you go. That can feel less immediate at first, especially if you like seeing the English translation beside every phrase, but it can also help you get used to processing the language on its own. Speaking gets a fair amount of attention, too. The TruAccent tool listens to your pronunciation and gives feedback based on native-speaker examples, which is useful when you know a word but are not sure you are saying it correctly. The service works on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iOS, Android, and modern web browsers, with a microphone recommended for speaking exercises.

There are also guided conversation exercises focused on situations such as ordering food, introducing yourself, and getting around while traveling. You also get more than 500 flashcard sets and personalized activities covering things like travel, hobbies, business, and culture—Sapphire Studio lets you build activities around subjects you are more interested in, which can make practice feel less repetitive. That said, tutoring isn't included, so this is still mainly a self-guided course rather than a replacement for regular conversation with a teacher or native speaker. For $127, it's a great sale, just be sure to redeem the code within 30 days of buying it.

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Bears Keep Attacking My Garbage Bins, But the Flies Are Even Worse

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The first time I saw 60 gallons of trash strewn across my lawn, I thought we'd been robbed. I recalled the last time I experienced a break-in: Shortly after college, at my dad's house in Detroit, burglars trashed our house and took the most random assortment of items, including my unopened college diplomas that had just arrived in the mail. But I wasn't in the city anymore; I was in the Catskill Mountains, home to about 2,000 bears.

I learned the hard way that once bears successfully raid your trash bin for food, they'll keep coming back. It highlighted another problem I had been ignoring: My trash bins reeked. I had never cleaned them since closing on our house, which invited a horde of flies, then bears that visited each week. A long-term solution might be bear-proof garbage cans or securing the lids with bungee cords, but I wanted to solve the simplest problem and clean my disgusting garbage bins.

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My trash bins reeked in a way you can't imagine—or maybe you can, if you're like me and haven't cleaned them. If that's you, here's what I used to clean mine. And while you're here, I hope you follow along with my adventures as a first-time homeowner trying to make my house into the coolest house in the neighborhood. I invite you to follow along on our official Instagram, official YouTube, or my personal Instagram. I took care of the flies and bears, then installed permanent outdoor lights, then I'll build an outdoor fire pit—and that's just the beginning. I hope to see you along the way.

These Are the Best Headphones to Gift This Year

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Many of us use headphones on a daily basis, but how and why we use them is very individual. The best pair of headphones for an avid runner won't be the same as the best pair for someone who primarily uses them while they work from home. This gift guide will help you find the perfect set of new headphones for anyone on your list this year.

The best headphones for Apple users: The AirPods Max 2

Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless ANC Over-Ear Headphones (Blue)

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The latest AirPods Max 2 make it into the list because Apple users will always value staying in the Apple ecosystem. But that's not the only reason: Apple’s AirPods Max 2 are excellent ANC headphones, have quality audio, and an impressive design. The biggest upgrades to the AirPods Max 2 include the new "dynamic range" amplifier, live translation, and Apple's H2 chip. If your giftee is in the Apple ecosystem and wants to stay there, then the AirPods Max 2 might be the best fit. Keep in mind they are much heavier than most headphones (but just as comfortable). You can read about the headphones in more detail in PCMag's review.

The best headphones for bass lovers: Sony ULT WEAR

Sony ULT WEAR headphones

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The Sony ULT WEAR headphones have been around since 2024, and their sale price of $144.95 (originally $249.99) make them one of the most affordable headphones on this list. At that price, the ULT WEAR offer incredible value, considering they have solid ANC and share the Sony Sound Connect app with the flagship Sony headphones. But what makes the ULT lineup special is the powerful bass that can be activated with the "ULT" bass button, which has two levels to enhance the low frequencies. They feature a battery life of up to 44 hours with ANC on, have decent mic quality, and are comfortable to wear for long periods, making them great overall headphones, especially for bass lovers.

The best headphones for audiophiles: Sony WH-1000XM6

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones

$458.00 at Amazon

$458.00 at Amazon

If your giftee is an audiophile who values the best sound possible even while using ANC, look no further than the Sony WH-1000XM6. Audiophiles love having control and will likely want to tune the sound to their liking, and if they're Android users, they get to listen to the LDAC Hi-Res codec. The XM6 allows users to tweak the audio with a full EQ, as well as the action buttons and other features in the app. They also have the best ANC and transparency features of any other headphone I've tested and are very comfortable. You can read about the headphones in more detail in my review.

The best headphones for frequent flyers or commuters: JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx

JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx Headphones

$449.95 at Amazon

$449.95 at Amazon

People on the go who often fly or commute value practicality, ANC, comfort, long battery life, and portability. The JBL Tour One M3 Smart Tx headphones excel in all of these categories, but especially so in practicality. The JBL Tour One M3s are quite light, which, along with the comfortable soft earcups and headband, makes them great for wearing for long periods of time. The battery life is also impressive, with up to 70 hours with ANC off and 40 hours with it on. The travel case is compact, convenient, and has extra storage for the audio transmitter, which is the best feature of the Tour One M3. This is a high-quality, low-latency audio transmitter. You can essentially make anything that you can plug an AUX cable, USB, or USB-C port into stream high-quality 24-bit audio wirelessly to the Tour One M3. The main way most people will use these headphones is by plugging them into the in-flight entertainment, which lets you watch movies in high-quality LDAC with ANC. This is a great gift for anyone who flies a lot or commutes, which is why I deemed them my favorite travel headphones in my review.

The best headphones for gym rats: The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2

Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds

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The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 might've made headlines for their heart-rate monitoring feature, but that's actually their worst feature. Still, they make great earbuds for working out in the gym with an IPX4 water resistance rating and their physical buttons to control media (as opposed to touch controls, which are a nightmare when you're sweaty). The ear hooks are small for a tight fit and are made out of nickel titanium alloy, making them flexible and durable. There are four sizes of eartips so you can get a tight seal to take advantage of the ANC and audio quality. You can also hear your surroundings with its transparency mode, a critical feature for running outdoors.

The best headphones for runners or people who hate things in their ears: The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 headphones

$179.95 at Amazon

$179.95 at Amazon

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are bone conduction headphones (BCHs), meaning they send vibrations through your bones, which your ears pick up as sound, meaning your ears are open to hear your surroundings. However, these Shokz headphones also employ a hybrid technology with an open-air sound that projects low frequencies to your ears. This means they sound almost like regular headphones, while keeping the benefits of BCH. I love that I can have a full conversation with my wife while washing the dishes or cooking and not have to worry about pausing my media or fumbling with my earbuds. As you can read in my review, these are a great option for runners or people who don't like things in their ears.

The best headphones for remote workers: Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen)

Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) earbuds

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Remote workers value microphone quality, multipoint Bluetooth, comfort, and long battery life, and all of these things and more perfectly align with the best qualities of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen). I've had my own pair of Bose earbuds for over a year, and they're still my go-to choice for everyday use while working from home. As you can read in my review, these earbuds have impressive ANC, clear transparency mode, seamless multipoint connection, a design with comfort in mind, and much more to love.

The best headphones for side sleepers: Soundcore Sleep A30

Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds

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As noted in Mashable's review, the Sleep A30 Special are the most popular and arguably the best sleeping earbuds you can buy right now. They're designed for sleep in every way: Side sleepers can doze off without feeling pressure in their ears, since the earbuds sit comfortably inside, and with the addition of ANC, you can now block outside noise with ANC. There's cool tech and features designed for sleeping: The companion app lets you set a timer for your music so you don't drain the battery after you've fallen asleep; the earbuds now integrate with the Calm app for sleep-focused meditations and sleep stories; the charging case's microphones use adaptive snore masking to block snoring sounds by increasing white noise; and the app includes an alarm and sleep-tracking features.