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Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: Underperforming

• Green: Still have a shot at women's championship

• Blue: Teams that have had the same player

• Purple: Words with an ending related to Serena Williams' sport

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Not meeting expectations

• Green: Teams in the Women's Final Four

• Blue: Teams Kawhi Leonard has played for

• Purple: Ends in a piece of tennis equipment

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections Sports Edition #193 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Not meeting expectations - BUST, DISAPPOINTMENT, DUD, FAILURE

• Teams in the women's Final Four - BRUINS, GAMECOCKS, HUSKIES, LONGHORNS

• Teams Kawhi Leonard has played for - AZTECS, CLIPPERS, RAPTORS, SPURS

• Ends in a piece of tennis equipment - BRACKET, EYEBALL, HORSESHOES, INTERNET

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 4 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 4 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Step on it!

The words are meant for walking.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are something you would take steps on, typically inside.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Flooring.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for April 4

• Hardwood

• Linoleum

• Terrazzo

• Laminate

• Concrete

• Flooring

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 4 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

• Yellow: The surplus

• Green: Road trip

• Blue: Where you'd watch the Yankees, Red Sox, etc.

• Purple: Minus "E"

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: What's leftover

• Green: Car trip

• Blue: Baseball venues

• Purple: Companies with "E" removed

Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today's Connections #663 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• What's leftover: BALANCE, DIFFERENCE, REMAINDER, REST

• Car trip: CRUISE, DRIVE, RIDE, SPIN

• Baseball venues: DIAMOND, FIELD, PARK, STADIUM

• Companies with "E" removed: BAY, HARMONY, INK, TRADE

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 4

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for April 4 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 4, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Part of plankton.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter L appears twice.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter K.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...

Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

Drumroll please!

The solution to today's Wordle is...

KRILL.

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 4

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hint

Disgusting.

SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answer

GRODY

Hurdle Word 2 hint

A clear bodily fluid.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 4, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 Answer

SWEAT

Hurdle Word 3 hint

Ordinary.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 4 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 4, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answer

USUAL

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Used to walk a dog.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for April 4 Hurdle Word 4 answer

LEASH

Final Hurdle hint

A fragrance.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answer

SCENT

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Did Nintendo bump up the price of its upcoming Switch 2 due to Trump's tariffs? It seems like that could be the case.

The entire stock market has been thrown into turmoil following President Donald Trump's implementation of across-the-board "reciprocal" tariffs on April 2. Trump waited until after the markets closed on Wednesday so the full force of his tariffs announcement wasn't felt until the following day.

Tech stocks like Apple, Amazon, and Nvidia have been hit especially hard by Trump's tariffs. On Wednesday, for example, Apple stock fell 9.2 percent. Other tech stocks, such as Microsoft, were down between 2 percent and 9 percent.

While a "baseline" 10 percent minimum tariff has been put on goods coming in from any country, Trump has implemented a much larger tariff on the U.S.'s biggest trade partners like China and Taiwan. Many tech companies, such as Apple, manufacture their products in those countries thus those companies will be forced to pay a much higher tariff and, in turn, likely pass on those additional costs to customers.

SEE ALSO: The internet reacts to Trump’s tariffs with dark humor: 'girl the tariffs'

Trump imposed a 32 percent tariff on goods from Taiwan, for example. As for China, Trump hit them with a 34 percent tariff. However, China's reciprocal tariff is in addition to an existing 20 percent tariff on goods from the country.

So, what does that mean for consumers? Your favorite tech products are about to get more expensive. In fact, there was already speculation among analysts following Nintendo's Switch 2 announcement yesterday that the gaming company had priced the new console at $450 with Trump's incoming tariffs in mind.

Trump claims he implemented the tariffs to bring manufacturing back to the U.S. Trump even specifically mentioned Apple in his speech.

“Apple is going to spend $500 billion, they never spent money like that here,” Trump said. “They’re going to build their plants here.”

However, Apple isn't going to start building its consumer-facing products like the iPhone here in the U.S. Its investment is in building servers in the U.S. And even that is years away, as companies like Apple still need to set up their manufacturing plants and factories in the U.S.

So, in the near future, it's very likely that you'll be paying more for — a lot more — for your favorite new tech. And tech stocks — and the stock market as a whole — will likely continue to suffer as a result of consumers having less spending money.

European regulators are considering fining X more than $1 billion, after weighing the risks of further antagonizing Mr. Musk and President Trump.

Liam Neeson takes the reins from Leslie Nielsen in 2025's The Naked Gun reboot, and the teaser trailer promises that the Taken star is here for an outrageously good time.

The film, directed by Akiva Schaffer (Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping) and produced by Seth MacFarlane, stars Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin Jr., who's following in his father's footsteps and leading Police Squad.

The Naked Gun's teaser trailer opens with a bank robbery. Dastardly criminals hold the bank hostage while law enforcement waits outside. Yet somehow, a small schoolgirl manages to slip past the barricades and make it into the crime scene.

As it turns out, the schoolgirl is no schoolgirl at all. She rips off her face mask (and grows several feet) in order to transform into Frank, who proceeds to wreak havoc in the bank. In yet another plot twist, Frank's lollipop is no run-of-the-mill sucker either: It's a weapon, perfect for stabbing and stunning! Neeson makes lollipop law enforcement look easy, even in a too-small schoolgirl uniform.

The rest of the teaser features a gag where all the current Police Squad members pay tribute to their fathers, from Nielsen's Lt. Drebin to George Kennedy's Capt. Hocken. Check out the full trailer above, and stay tuned until the end for a fourth-wall break about OJ Simpson's role as Det. Nordberg.

The Naked Gun also stars Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, CCH Pounder, Kevin Durand, Cody Rhodes, Liza Koshy, Eddie Yu, and Danny Huston.

The Naked Gun hits theaters Aug. 1.

Nintendo finally unveiled more details about the Switch 2 this week, including its sticker price. The forthcoming console will cost $449.99 on its own, or $499.99 as part of a Mario Kart World bundle when it launches on June 5. Say it with me now: Ouch.

According to Mashable's Alex Perry, who played Switch 2 for a few hours at a press demo, the system is still a "must-buy" for its performance bump, larger 1080p display, and the ethernet port in its revamped dock. "[Behind] all the price discourse and hardware gimmicks is a device that feels like a huge step up from its predecessor in almost every way," Perry writes. Still, one can be forgiven for not want to drop $450+ on what is ultimate a luxury item in this economy.

Fortunately, there's a relatively easy way for consumers to take a respectable chunk out of the Switch 2's price, and that's by trading in an older Switch system. (No need to hang onto it if you still want to play Switch 1 games: Backwards compatibility is a go.) GameStop had the best trade-in deal at the time of writing, offering up to $175 off a Switch 2 preorder when you relinquish a previous-gen console now through April 30.

GameStop's Nintendo Switch 2 preorder listings: Nintendo Switch 2 $449.99 (save up to $175 with a trade-in) Learn More Nintendo Switch 2 'Mario Kart World' Bundle $499.99 (save up to $175 with a trade-in) Learn More

More specifically, GameStop will give you $175 in store credit for an OLED Switch, $120 for a standard Switch (V1 or V2), and $100 for a Switch Lite. GameStop Pro members get 10% more credit. Bear in mind that those numbers hinge on the older system being in good condition and including all of its components — i.e., the dock, AC adapter, HDMI cable, and both Joy-Con.

SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: 3 things that make it a must-buy

GameStop's offers easily beat other Switch trade-in deals at competing retailers. For comparison's sake, Best Buy will give you $90 for an OLED Switch and only $20 for a Switch or Switch Lite. At Target, you can get $25 for a Switch Lite and $20 for a regular Switch.

Switch 2 preorders begin April 9 at participating retailers and May 8 through the My Nintendo Store, which will send out staggered batches of preorder invites via email (with priority given to active Nintendo Switch Online members).

Apple released the first beta of iOS 18.5 on Wednesday. It's not super exciting, but there is a helpful Mail app feature for people who don't like change.

As expected, not much is new. Most of the promised iOS 18 features have already been shipped. Plus, as Apple gears up for WWDC on June 9, the company's focus has turned to the upcoming iOS 19 announcement.

SEE ALSO: iOS 18.4 developer beta released — here's what you can expect

So that's left us with a few minor features for the iOS 18.5 beta. That said, versions of the incumbent iOS always continue to be released up until the next iOS takes over, so there's still a chance we might see some noteworthy new features in the 11th hour.

But for now, here's what's new.

It's easier to revert back to the old Mail interface

With the iOS 18.5 beta, you can toggle on or off the display of Contact Photos. There's also a quick way to turn on or off Mail categorization.

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In the iOS 18.2 update a new feature automatically sorted emails into categories based on priority: Primary, Transactions, Updates, and Promotions. Now by tapping the three dot icon in the upper righthand corner, you can revert back to the previous interface by turning off Group by Sender, or by selecting List View instead of Categories.

AppleCare is front and center

AppleCare, its warranty and technical support program, is now featured more prominently in two places. When you tap on AppleCare and Warranty from General, there's a banner at the top of the page with an option to learn more about the coverage.

If you're an AppleCare subscriber, when you go to Device Info from the Apple Account setting, there's a new AppleCare section that you can tap into and manage your plan from there.

How to install the iOS 18.5 developer beta

If you want to explore the new iOS 18.5 updates for yourself, you can install the developer beta by enrolling in the Beta Software Program. Once you do that, you'll be able to install the update from the Software Update page.

But make sure to backup your phone first and be aware that it might be buggy since betas are for testing purposes. Here's a detailed guide on how to install the iOS 18 beta.

TL;DR: Through 27 April, save A$111 on 10TB of lifetime cloud storage with Internxt using code STORAGE20 at checkout (reg. A$555).

There are few things more annoying than getting hit with "Storage full - upgrade now" notifications when you’re just trying to upload a few more photos. Sure, you could pay for more space, but then you’re getting sucked even deeper into the subscription world. Here’s a new option: lifetime cloud storage.

Not only will you never have to worry about monthly or yearly subscription costs, but you can also purchase storage plans from Internxt that are so big you’ll probably never fill them up. How does 10TB of cloud space sound? Secure it for life using code STORAGE20 at checkout, dropping the price from A$555 to A$444 until 27 April.

(Almost) unlimited storage

With 10TB of cloud storage, you can fit about two million photos, 100,000 videos, or 20 million documents (depending on their exact size, of course). That amount of space would be a challenge to fill up on your own, so it’s a good thing you can share it with an unlimited number of devices.

More about Internxt

Internxt may not be as popular as a name like Dropbox, but don't write off this deal. Your photos and files are end-to-end encrypted, meaning they can’t be read by prying eyes. 

The company also makes its source code open to the public, so programmers and tech nerds can analyze it and ensure there are no vulnerabilities. That’s a lot more honesty than you’ll get from big-name brands.

Use code STORAGE20 at checkout to get an Internxt 10TB cloud storage lifetime subscription for A$444 (reg. A$555) until 27 April. 

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Apple released the first beta of iOS 18.5 on Wednesday. It's not super exciting, but there is a helpful Mail app feature for people who don't like change.

As expected, not much is new. Most of the promised iOS 18 features have already been shipped. Plus, as Apple gears up for WWDC on June 9, the company's focus has turned to the upcoming iOS 19 announcement.

SEE ALSO: iOS 18.4 developer beta released — here's what you can expect

So that's left us with a few minor features for the iOS 18.5 beta. That said, versions of the incumbent iOS always continue to be released up until the next iOS takes over, so there's still a chance we might see some noteworthy new features in the 11th hour.

But for now, here's what's new.

It's easier to revert back to the old Mail interface

With the iOS 18.5 beta, you can toggle on or off the display of Contact Photos. There's also a quick way to turn on or off Mail categorization.

This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.

In the iOS 18.2 update a new feature automatically sorted emails into categories based on priority: Primary, Transactions, Updates, and Promotions. Now by tapping the three dot icon in the upper righthand corner, you can revert back to the previous interface by turning off Group by Sender, or by selecting List View instead of Categories.

AppleCare is front and center

AppleCare, its warranty and technical support program, is now featured more prominently in two places. When you tap on AppleCare and Warranty from General, there's a banner at the top of the page with an option to learn more about the coverage.

If you're an AppleCare subscriber, when you go to Device Info from the Apple Account setting, there's a new AppleCare section that you can tap into and manage your plan from there.

How to install the iOS 18.5 developer beta

If you want to explore the new iOS 18.5 updates for yourself, you can install the developer beta by enrolling in the Beta Software Program. Once you do that, you'll be able to install the update from the Software Update page.

But make sure to backup your phone first and be aware that it might be buggy since betas are for testing purposes. Here's a detailed guide on how to install the iOS 18 beta.

SAVE $33: As of April 3, get the Levoit Air Purifier for large rooms $186.99, down from its usual price of $219.99. That's a discount of 15%.

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If you've been having the sniffles or find yourself sneezing your head off lately, it's probably the pollen. It's springtime, it's warmer, and the storms that recently tore through parts of the country made allergies for some people even more than usual. There's no shame in seeking some relief, even if it is mostly inside your home. That's where you need it the most, anyway.

As of April 3, get fresh air inside with the Levoit Air Purifier on sale for $186.99, down from its usual price of $219.99. That's a discount of $33, or 15% off your purchase.

SEE ALSO: The 10 best Amazon Echo devices for a smarter home

This air purifier helps clear the air of pollen, pet dander, hair, secondhand smoke, and even carbon monoxide if you have a fireplace. It uses AirSight Plus tech to scan the area surrounding it for airborne particles to eliminate them and the problems they cause. Plus, it can help remove bad odors from the kitchen as well, so cook to your heart's content.

It has a wide coverage area and can purify the air up to a 1980 square-foot space once an hour, with a filter that can tackle ultrafine particulates with a 99.97 percent filtration efficiency. And it does all this while remaining nearly silent when you use Sleep Mode, so you can get some uninterrupted shut-eye even while the machine is running.

Don't let the pollen and otherwise unfiltered air win. Grab this air purifier while it's on sale and breathe easy.

SAVE $250: Pre-order the new Segway eKickScooter F3 for $599.99, down from the usual price of $849.99. That's a 30% discount on preorders.

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Summer is right around the corner, which means it's time to gear up for adventures in the sun. If you're looking to ditch your car commute, this preorder deal might be the perfect thing.

As of April 3, preorders for the new Segway NineBot eKickScooter F3 are discounted to $599.99, marked down from the normal price of $849.99 at Segway. That's a 30% discount that takes $250 off the list price. Segway says the first orders are set for April 18 shipping, and Amazon has delivery dates beginning on April 21, depending on your location.

An electric scooter is an eco-friendly way to get commute to work, school, or for heading out for errands. Segway has long been a leader in the industry, and the brand just announced the new Ninebot KickScooter F3. With a 44-mile range and 20 mile per hour cruising speed, you'll be in great shape for any adventure on the new KickScooter thanks to the SegRange technology and the 477Wh battery.

SEE ALSO: The JetBlue 'Spring into Summer Sale' has $49 flights through July

Segway made other upgrades to this model, including a larger footboard with front hydraulic and rear elastomer suspension, meaning you're in for a smoother and more comfortable ride. It's also easier to ride into the sunset thanks to the 6-watt auto headlight. Of course, it's equipped with turn signals and brake lights.

The smart TFT display on the eKickScooter F3 shows map navigation, speed, range left on the battery, and more. This model weighs about 40 pounds and uses a redesigned folding mechanism, which makes storage and carrying the scooter more convenient. The lightweight design is, in part, thanks to the high-grade magnesium alloy frame, which is designed to be durable for any adventure.

Pre-order the new Segway NineBot eKickScooter F3 to start your new commuter method as soon as the new scooters ship in mid-April. Thanks to today's preorder sale, you'll get a $250 discount on the latest Segway model.

In 2023, M3GAN wowed audiences with campy scares, viral dance moves, and an unforgettable diva doll. Now, in the upcoming sequel M3GAN 2.0, we don't just get one killer AI, we get two!

M3GAN 2.0's trailer introduces Amelia (Ivanna Sakhno), a military-grade weapon created using the technology that made — nay, gifted — us M3GAN (Amie Donald, voiced by Jenna Davis). As her self-awareness increases, her desire to kill multiplies until she's a threat to all of humanity. Now, she has M3GAN's creator Gemma (Allison Williams) and niece (Violet McGraw) in her sights.

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Gemma has become an advocate for AI restrictions in the two years since the events of M3GAN, but she knows that the only way to stop one killer AI (and make a sequel) is to bring in another. That's right, it's M3GAN resurrection time! M3GAN gets a new body and a new makeover. She's stronger, faster, and most importantly, taller. Everything a girl needs to take down a super-weapon!

The trailer teases sassy one-liners ("Hold onto your vaginas") and a no-hold-barred battle between "this bitch and that bitch," aka Amelia and M3GAN. (Sidebar: We predicted it.) It also taps into the online love for M3GAN, with one fan dressed in her signature blonde wig saying, "I don't care if she did kill four people, she is a smoking hot warrior princess!"

That she is — and we can't wait to see her in action again.

M3GAN 2.0 hails from Blumhouse Productions and is written and directed by Gerard Johnstone (M3GAN) and produced by James Wan (Saw, Insidious). It also stars Brian Jordan Alvarez,Jen Van Epps, Aristotle Athari, Timm Sharp, and Jemaine Clement.

M3GAN 2.0 hits theaters June 27.

The A.I. prediction world is torn between optimism and gloom. A report released on Thursday decidedly lands on the side of gloom.

Check out the best Amazon deals of the day as of April 3: OUR TOP PICK Garmin Instinct 2 $229.99 (save $170) Get Deal BEST HEADPHONES DEAL Sonos Ace $379 (save $70) Get Deal BEST ROBOT VACUUM DEAL iRobot Roomba j9+ with self-emptying dock $499 (save $400) Get Deal BEST KIDS DEAL Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids $74.99 (save $25) Get Deal BEST SECURITY CAMERA DEAL Google Nest Cam with Floodlight $199.99 (save $80) Get Deal

With Amazon's Big Spring Sale officially in our rearview, we're pleasantly surprised at the number of deals still hanging around at the mega retailer. If you totally missed out on the sale, all hope is not lost. We've rounded up a few of the best deals we could find post-sale to keep the fun going.

Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on April 3. If none of these are catching your eye, be sure to check out our picks from yesterday, April 2, as well. Many of those are still live, including the Sonos Arc soundbar for $300 off.

Our top pick: Garmin Instinct 2 Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Instinct 2 $229.99 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $170 Get Deal

Not your average fitness tracker, the Garmin Instinct is "ideal for serious navigators, ultra-athletes, and solo trekkers who spend a lot of time outside and in rugged conditions," Mashable's reviewer writes of the first generation smartwatch. Now in its second generation, the Instinct 2 offers even more detailed health monitoring and smart notifications, a three-axis compass and barometric altimeter for highly intricate tracking and navigation, plenty of built-in sports apps, and an unlimited battery life in smartwatch mode (thanks to solar power). It typically goes for $399.99, but as of April 3, it's down to $229.99 at Amazon. That's 43% in savings and its best price to date.

Sonos Ace Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Ace $379 at Amazon
$449 Save $70 Get Deal

Less than a year old, the Sonos Ace are the brand's first foray into headphones. And unsurprisingly, they rule. Aesthetically a 10, they also sound exceptional and offer great spatial audio and a 30-hour battery life with ANC. The ear cup seal could be tighter, but ultimately, Mashable Deputy Reviews Editor Miller Kern still said she would recommend the Sonos Ace to "true audiophiles who value incredible sound quality above all else." Sadly, they didn't get a discount during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, but as of April 3, they're 16% off. Grab a pair for only $379 instead of $449.

Read our full review of the Sonos Ace.

iRobot Roomba j9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba j9+ with self-emptying dock $499 at Amazon
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The iRobot Roomba j9+ is essentially an upgraded version of the j7+, which we've sang our praises for quite a bit. Built for homes that requires more heavy duty vacuuming, the J9+ features iRobot's strongest suction power. Not to mention, it has the most reliable small obstacle avoidance we've tested, which means it won't eat your chargers and get stuck on your rug tassles when you're not around. Sure, it could do a better job at edge and corner cleaning, but for someone looking for more hands-off robotic help, you won't be disappointed. Did we mention it also has a self-emptying dock that can hold up to 60 days worth of debris before needing human intervention? Snag it on sale for just $499 instead of $899 and save 44% as of April 3. That's its lowest price on record.

Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Show 5 Kids $74.99 at Amazon
$99.99 Save $25 Get Deal

One of the only Amazon Echo deals still hanging around, the Echo Show 5 Kids is down to just $74.99 as of April 3. That's 25% off its usual cost. Now in its third generation, the latest version of the smart display offers an upgraded speaker system, double the bass of its predecessor, and more clarity for calls, music, audiobooks, and more. The display is just 5.5 inches in size, but that's why it's such a great fit for a nightstand or desktop. The kid-friendly design also delivers homework help, explicit lyrics filtering, parental controls, and a one-year Amazon Kids+ subscription out of the box.

Google Nest Cam with Floodlight Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Nest Cam with Floodlight $199.99 at Amazon
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Get a better glimpse at what's happening around your home when you're away or asleep with Google's Nest Floodlight Cam. A particularly good pick for dedicated Google users, its built-in intelligence features can send you alerts through the Google Home app to let you know whether there's a person, animal, or vehicle approaching (no subscription required). It also packs 180-degree motion detection and super bright LED floodlights that automatically light up with activity. Grab it on sale for just $199.99 instead of $279.99 post-Big Spring Sale and save 29%.

None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.

If you're one of the 1.2 million people who followed Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff on Instagram, you might notice that you're now following Second Lady Usha Vance. No need to worry — it wasn't some odd glitch or a political conspiracy, it's just how Instagram works.

As of Wednesday, Meta began combining the two Instagram accounts. So if you followed Kamala Harris's husband at @secondgentleman46archive, you'll now be following JD Vance's wife at @SLOTUS. Emhoff's account was archived by the government, so you'll only see six photos on the account now, and they're all courtesy of Usha Vance.

"Following the White House creating an account for the Second Lady, we are transitioning the Second Gentleman account to @SLOTUS," a Meta spokesperson said in a statement to TechCrunch. "This is consistent with our process for presidential transitions and with the process we followed for the President, VP, FLOTUS, and the White House accounts earlier this year."

SEE ALSO: Here's why your Facebook account automatically followed Trump

This isn't the first time a controversy over political follower counts has erupted as a result of Meta's routine operations. Each time a new politician is elected to office, the official social media accounts for the White House are transferred to the new administration. In January, this meant that if you were following President Joe Biden, you'd then be following President Donald Trump — and the same goes for Vice President JD Vance and First Lady Melania Trump. Now, that's going into effect for the Second Lady.

The company said it would offer customers the same prices it offers its employees on most of its vehicles.