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SAVE $20: As of Feb. 5, get the Apple Magic Keyboard for $79 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $99. That's a discount of 20%.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Magic Keyboard $79.00 at AmazonIf you're someone who uses their iPad a lot to work on your commute, or you use it as your main command center instead of a laptop or desktop, you know the struggle of typing onscreen. If you add a mouse or keyboard to the mix, however, you can use your iPad just like a MacBook, and it's easy to outfit your tablet with everything you need. You just need to wait for the right sale — and it's here.
As of Feb. 5, get an Apple Magic Keyboard for $79 at Amazon, which is $20 off its usual price of $99. That's a 20% discount. This price applies to the Lightning version of the keyboard, and not the newer USB-C version, but it's still very much worth the purchase as it connects to your iPad via Bluetooth.
SEE ALSO: The 13-inch M2 Apple iPad Air just dipped to its lowest price ever at AmazonYou can use this keyboard with your iPad, Mac, or iPhone, so you can have a physical keyboard to write out everything you need to without having to rely on lightning fast fingers on a touchscreen. It comes with a long-lasting battery as well, so you get about a month's worth of long-term usage without having to charge.
Just connect via Bluetooth and it'll be as easy as just turning the keyboard on after your initial pairing. It's made to feel like "magic" in how easy it is to connect, so you'll be off to the races when you turn it on in no time. It's a full-size keyboard without a numpad, so it's everything you need to communicate, write, or just get things done faster. If you need a little bit of an enhancement for your Mac or your iPhone or iPad, this is a good option.
Microsoft's next big event is officially on the calendar.
The 2025 edition of Microsoft Build was confirmed by the company this week, or more specifically, the dates when it will happen were confirmed. According to Microsoft's website, the developer-focused conference kicks off on May 19 and ends on May 22. It will take place in Seattle.
SEE ALSO: OpenAI, Microsoft, Trump admin claim DeepSeek trained AI off stolen data Tweet may have been deletedWhile Microsoft could and might announce new hardware at its Build keynote, you should really expect a heavy emphasis on artificial intelligence.
At Build 2024, AI integrations for apps like Teams were the primary focus, with hardware decidedly taking a backseat. There's no guarantee Build 2025 will be exactly the same, but given everything we've seen from other tech companies recently, don't be shocked if this is a very AI-centric event.
This week started off on a strong note for shopping, with some of our favorite brands — from Apple to Sonos — getting the deal treatment at Amazon. And as we make it over the mid-week hump, they still haven't slowed down. If you're looking for a reason to treat yourself, consider this your go ahead.
Here are our picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on Feb. 5. If these aren't getting the job done, take a look at our picks from Feb 3. and Feb. 4. Many of those discounts are still live, including a 22% price drop on the AirPods 4 and $100 off the Sonos Ace headphones.
Our top pick: Apple M2 iPad Air, 13-inch Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M2, 128GB, WiFi) $689.00 at AmazonOur favorite iPad for most people, the M2 iPad Air can serve as a daily driver for streaming and scrolling or double as a laptop, thanks to the M2 chip's insane processing power. In our Geekbench 6 tests, it actually scored on par with the M2 MacBook Air. Aesthetically, not much changed from the previous generation, but internally it's a powerhouse that "delivers impressive performance and noteworthy battery life that will keep creatives, students, and on-the-go busy bees away from the imprisonment of charging cables and wall outlets," according to Mashable's former Tech Editor Kim Gedeon. As of Feb. 5, you can score the base model with 128GB of storage and WiFi connectivity for a new record low price of $689 (down from $799). That price only applies to the space gray model, though; if you prefer a different color, it'll cost you $699.99.
Read our full review of the M2 iPad Air.
Blink Mini 2 Opens in a new window Credit: Blink Blink Mini 2 $19.99 at AmazonThe second iteration of the Blink Mini, a plug-in smart security camera, offers better performance in low light settings, a wider field of view, a built-in LED spotlight for night view in color, and an overall better image quality compared to its predecessor. Plus, if you snag the Blink weather resistant power adapter (sold separately), it can also be used outdoors. As of Feb. 5, it's on sale for just $19.99 at Amazon — that's 50% in savings and matches its best price ever from Black Friday.
Anker Zolo Power Bank Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Zolo Power Bank (10,000mAh) $12.94 at AmazonA portable charger is a must-have for any trip and the Anker Zolo makes for a solid companion. It packs a built-in USB-C cable to juice up newer phones or USB-C and USB-A ports to plug in charging cables for other devices. It also packs 30W two-way fast-charging, so it won't take a billion years to bring your devices back to life. I can personally vouch for this power bank and its ability to keep my phone and my boyfriend's phone alive on 12-hour road trips. It's usually $25.99, but thanks to an on-page coupon, it's on sale for only $12.94 — a total steal.
Sony ULT Wear headphones Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT Wear headphones $148.00 at Amazon"We try not to make sweeping claims in our reviews at Mashable, but these honestly might be my favorite pair of headphones I’ve tried — especially when you consider the price," writes Deputy Shopping and Reviews Editor Miller Kern about the Sony ULT Wear headphones. These babies offer multiple bass levels, solid noise cancellation, impressive 360-degree sound, customizable EQs, and intuitive on-ear controls — all the things you could want in a pair of headphones. Plus, not only are they under $200 at full price, but they're also on sale for 26% off at Amazon as of Feb. 5. That knocks the cost down to only $148.
Read our full review of the Sony ULT Wear headphones.
Sonos Ray Opens in a new window Credit: Sonos Sonos Ray soundbar $179.00 at AmazonIf your TV's sound system doesn't quite live up to its impressive picture, the Sonos Ray is a great way to bump things up without spending a fortune. It's our favorite starter soundbar and it "delivers on the bottom line requirement of any speaker: true, quality sound," according to Mashable reviewer Han Schneider. It doesn't have a ton of fancy extras (no Bluetooth connection or smart home compatibility), but the price more than makes up for it. As of Feb. 5, you can snag the Sonos Ray for only $179 at Amazon. That's $100 cheaper than usual.
Read our full review of the Sonos Ray.
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
TL;DR: Get 2TB of secure cloud storage for life with FileJump for just A$119 (reg. A$742).
Running out of storage space? We’ve definitely all been there — that dreaded “Your storage is almost full” notification popping up at the worst possible moment.
With FileJump's 2TB of cloud storage, you won't have to worry about space for a while. For just A$119 (down from A$742), you get a massive 2TB of secure, lifetime cloud storage to handle all your files, from photos and videos to work documents and more.
What makes FileJump worth it? It’s secure, easy to use, and packed with features that make file management a simple process. Drag-and-drop uploads? Check. Media previews? Check. AES encryption to keep your files safe? Double check. Plus, with 2TB of storage, you’ve got more than enough room for your digital life — and then some.
FileJump is also known for seamless sharing and collaboration. Share files and folders with clients, friends, or family through secure links. Need to collaborate on a project? Create free accounts for your team and keep everyone in the loop. And with a 15GB per file upload limit, you can easily store even your biggest files.
Whether you’re backing up important documents, saving family photos, or sharing work projects, FileJump offers a reliable, affordable cloud storage solution that works across all your devices. And since it’s a lifetime subscription, you’ll never have to worry about monthly fees or surprise renewals.
At just A$119, this is an investment in peace of mind. No more frantic file deletions to free up space, no more paying for overpriced cloud subscriptions — just secure, easy-to-access storage for life.
Get lifetime access to 2TB of cloud storage from FileJump for less than dinner out while you still can.
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Opens in a new window Credit: FileJump FileJump 2TB Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription A$119.00SAVE $23.98: As of Feb. 5, you can score two months of Spotify Premium Individual (ad-free music listening, high-quality audio, and offline access) for $0.
Opens in a new window Credit: Spotify 2 Free Months of Spotify Premium Individual Get DealWhether you’ve been sneaking your ex’s Spotify password or just taking the ads as they come, Spotify’s got a pretty sweet deal for new customers: Two months of Spotify Premium Individual for $0.
As of Feb. 5, you can score two months of ad-free music listening, high-quality audio, and offline access for the low, low price of zilch. Afterward, it's $11.99 a month, but you can cancel anytime.
SEE ALSO: No band? No problem — Supermusic AI lets you create music without one.With Premium Individual, you get one Premium account, 15 hours of audiobook listening monthly, and the freedom to cancel whenever you want. Download music, play songs in any order, and skip as much as you like without hearing that annoying thump-thump-thump sound.
So, if you've been thinking about upgrading your Spotify experience, now's the time to do it.
SAVE 14%: The 13-inch M2 Apple iPad Air (128GB, Space Grey) is on sale for $689 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $799. That's a savings of $110 and the lowest price we've seen at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple M2 Apple iPad Air (13-inch, 128GB, Space Gray) $689.00 at AmazonWhile your phone is likely by your side all day, there are some tasks it's not especially great at — like watching your favorite show, for example. It's hard to pick up on the fine details on the Great British Bake Off from a small phone screen. Your shows and movies deserve to be streamed on something bigger, brighter, and better than your phone. And how about something that can also double as a mobile work station? If this sounds up your alley, check out today's deal at Amazon.
As of Feb. 5, the 13-inch M2 Apple iPad Air (128GB, Space Gray) is on sale for $689 at Amazon, down from the usual price of $799. That's a 14% discount that takes $110 off the list price. It's also the lowest price we've ever spotted at Amazon. Beware this tablet might come with delayed shipped, with dates going into the beginning of March for some areas.
SEE ALSO: The Apple Studio Display is down to its lowest-ever price at AmazonWhen it comes to shopping for the best iPads, Mashable ranks the M2 iPad Air as the best option for most people. "It will be your new go-to device for streaming, reading, or creative projects. And if you plan on using your tablet as a substitute for a laptop, it'll work for that, too," explains Mashable Shopping Reporter Samantha Mangino.
While the M2 version the iPad Air is no longer the thinnest (that award now goes to the M4 iPad Pro), it still packs in the features for the price. In Mashable's testing, the M2 iPad Air got over 13 hours of battery life.
The 13-display uses Liquid Retina for an impressive screen experience, meaning it'll be great for streaming your shows while cozy on the couch.
But since it's compatible with both the Magic Keyboard and the Apple Pencil, you'll be able to use the iPad Air as a mobile work station instead of carting your laptop around. That means your carry-on bag with likely weigh much less and have much more space for important stuff like an extra sweater.
Since it's down to its lowest price ever of $689, consider snagging the M2 Apple iPad Air as gift to yourself for making it through January. Since there's no telling when the price will head back to the normal $799, it's best to jump on this one as soon as possible.
The child poisonings of Corby, Northamptonshire, described by the Guardian as "the worst child-poisoning case since thalidomide," lie at the heart of Toxic Town, a new four-part Netflix drama with a first look trailer out today.
Starring Doctor Who's Jodie Whittaker, Sex Education's Aimee Lou Wood, The Diplomat's Rory Kinnear, Bridgerton's Claudia Jessie, and Trainspotting screen legend Robert Carlyle, Toxic Town traces the discovery and long legal battle led by the families, primarily mothers, of children born with deformities caused by toxic dust from Corby's former steelworks. In 2010, Corby Borough Council was found negligent for its botched removal of waste from the British Steel factory, closed in 1979.
Written by Jack Thorne (Enola Holmes, His Dark Materials, Stranger Things: The First Shadow), the limited series is a co-production between Netflix and Broke & Bones — owned by Black Mirror creators Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones.
It's been three years since we've had a Jurassic movie, when the Jurassic World trilogy concluded with the reunion of the original cast and the long-awaited (I said LONG-AWAITED) arrival of Dimetrodon in the franchise.
Setf five years after Jurassic World Dominion, Jurassic World Rebirth sees an extraction team (Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Mahershala Ali, and Rupert Friend) sent to the original research facility for Jurassic Park to get that all-important dino DNA.
Directed by Gareth Edwards (Godzilla, Rogue One) and written by Jurassic Park's original screenwriter David Koepp, Jurassic World Rebirth looks to the dinosaurs who "were too dangerous for the original park." Hell yeah.
Jurassic World Rebirth hits cinemas July 2.
SAVE OVER $50: As of Feb. 5, Sony's ULT WEAR headphones are on sale for $148 at Amazon. This is 26% off their list price of $199.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT WEAR Over-Ear Headphones $148.00 at AmazonThere have been quite a few deals on headphones and earbuds floating around recently, and Sony is joining in on the fun with an excellent discount on its Sony ULT WEAR headphones. If you've been looking to upgrade your headphones, this is a deal well worth taking advantage of. We even included these in our roundup of the best noise-canceling headphones, so you know they're worth every cent.
The Sony ULT WEAR headphones are on sale for $148 at Amazon. That's 26% off their list price of $199.99, saving you $51.99. Amazon also has them listed as a limited-time deal, so you'll want to act fast to save on these headphones as this discount may not stick around for very long.
SEE ALSO: For gym rats and picky audiophiles alike, these are the 7 best headphones of 2025We rank these headphones as the best for bass lovers in our roundup of the best noise-canceling headphones. This is because, "The headphones have a dedicated ULT button that lets you bump up the bass on demand. The 40-millimeter driver keeps it sounding clear and not crispy, making these headphones a worthy competitor to the WH-1000XM5s." Our review had a lot of praise for them as well, with Miller Kern saying they, "prioritize bass and provide punchy sound without sacrificing quality at a relatively affordable price."
This limited-time deal won't last long, so grab the Sony ULT WEAR headphones for $148 at Amazon while the deal is still live.
There are plenty more headphone and earbud deals worth checking out right now as well. You can also save on the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC right now at Amazon, and if you'd like to see another over-ear headphone deal, the Beats Solo 4 are discounted at Amazon as well.
SAVE $1,500: As of Feb. 5, the Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED 4K UHD Smart TV is on sale for $3,499.99 at Best Buy. This is $1,500 off its list price of $4,999.99.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 98-Inch Class Q80C QLED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV $3,499.99 at Best BuyIf you've been looking to upgrade your TV to something even bigger, Best Buy has some excellent deals available at the moment on a wide range of huge TVs. In particular, this discount on a Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED Smart TV caught our eye with its excellent discount and the fact that it comes with free installation, which is a fantastic bonus.
The Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED 4K UHD Smart TV is currently on sale for $3,499.99 at Best Buy, a whopping $1,500 off its list price of $4,999.99. Again, you also get free installation with your purchase, which has a $399 value. On top of that, this TV comes with a great treat for gamers as you also get one month free of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, granting you access to the massive Game Pass library on a brand new, gigantic TV.
SEE ALSO: Get $300 off this Samsung 85-inch 4K TV and score a free 40-inch bonus TVThis TV boasts 4K resolution on a QLED display that brings images to life with vibrant colors and a crisp, detailed picture. It also features Dolby Atmos technology that offers immersive, high-quality sound for your favorite shows and films. Not to mention, it's a smart TV, so you can keep all of your favorite streaming apps in one place for added convenience.
This deal may not stick around for long, so don't miss out on $1,500 off the Samsung 98-inch Q80C QLED 4K UHD Smart TV at Best Buy.
Looking for even more TV deals? There are quite a few to check out right now. You can also save on an 85-inch Samsung 4K TV and score a free 40-inch bonus TV at Best Buy, and if you want to see a smaller pick, the 65-inch LG C4 OLED TV is also discounted right now at Best Buy.
THREE MONTHS FOR $1: As of Feb. 5, MUBI is offering a three-month subscription for $1. After the promotional period is over, the price will go back up to $14.99 per month.
Opens in a new window Credit: MUBI MUBI: 3 Months For $1 Get DealDeals on streaming services don't come around very often. You'll usually find deals around Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but MUBI is shaking things up with a great deal to kickstart the new year, giving movie lovers access to some of the best films from last year for the low, low price of $1.
More specifically, MUBI is offering a three-month subscription for $1. Normally it costs $14.99 per month, totaling $44.97 after three months, so you're getting an excellent discount through this offer. After the three months is up it will go back to $14.99 per month, but three months is a great opportunity to test out the service and see if it's what you're looking for. You can cancel at any time if you find it's not for you.
SEE ALSO: Get a year of Peacock Premium for just $30MUBI is home to some of our picks for the best movies of 2024, including Bird, The People's Joker, and The Substance. It's an excellent streaming service for movie fans with a massive library to look through. To see what films the service is showing at the moment, you can browse their collection here.
This deal won't stick around for much longer, so act fast to get three months of MUBI for $1.
If you're looking for even more streaming deals available right now, Peacock is also offering a year of its Premium plan for just $30. Hulu is also offering a couple of bundles that are worth checking out, which you can learn more about in our breakdown of the the best Hulu deals and bundles.
Like Stephen Colbert on The Late Show, The Daily Show's Desi Lydic unpacked the current aggressive White House takeover of Donald Trump's "special government employee" Elon Musk.
The tech billionaire and his team have been infiltrating U.S. federal government departments including reportedly accessing the computer systems of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the federal government's HR department.
"Now you might be thinking, 'I don’t want white nationalist Tony Stark to have sole control of the inner workings of the federal government.' But relax, it's not just Elon. He has a fully equipped team," said Lydic, pointing to the fact that Musk's newly-created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reportedly staffed mainly by college grads — including a former Neuralink intern whose online tag was "bigballs".
"Great, bigballs has my social security number, now I feel better!" Lydic said. "I know we complained about our leaders being too old but doesn’t this go a little too far in the other direction? Surely there must be a middle ground somewhere between crypto bros and crypt keepers."
"Elon was able to buy his way into the government and now he’s blowing it up like a Tesla in Self Driving Mode," said Stephen Colbert on The Late Show on Tuesday, taking time in his monologue to call out the Trump-supporting tech billionaire's aggressive White House takeover.
Over the past few weeks, "special government employee" Musk and his team have been taking control of U.S. federal government departments, including gaining access to computer systems and taking aim at USAID. Musk runs the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) which is reportedly staffed mainly by college grads.
One Musk-rattled realm is the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the federal government's HR department.
"You’re the richest man on Earth! You want to take over HR?" said Colbert. "Why can’t you be a fun billionaire like Richard Branson? Here he is kitesurfing wearing a naked lady on his back like a Jansport backpack. Or the Dyson guy? He invented a vacuum and grows delicious strawberries now.
"Elon, you could be the next Dyson — you never stop sucking."
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.
Tweet may have been deletedEach 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.
Tweet may have been deletedPlayers 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 categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Negative pattern
Green: Terms in a water sport
Blue: Colleges near the Big Apple
Purple: Sounds like they play basketball
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Downturn
Green: Surfing terms
Blue: New York colleges
Purple: Homophones of NBA player names
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 #135 is...
What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition todayDownturn - DECLINE, PLUNGE, SKID, SLUMP
Surfing terms - BARREL, CREST, SWELL, WAVE
New York colleges - COLGATE, COLUMBIA, ST. JOHN'S, SYRACUSE
Homophones of NBA player names - BARNS, CONNECT, HEART, HERO
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.
Kendrick Lamar is about to break the internet on Super Bowl Sunday. The rap icon is officially headlining the halftime show at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans, and if that wasn’t hype enough, he’s bringing longtime TDE collaborator SZA along for the ride.
But the real question: What’s Kendrick performing?
The Compton legend has no shortage of bangers to choose from, and with the world watching, there’s one track that feels almost inevitable — his five-time Grammy-winning hit "Not Like Us." If there was ever a way to put a definitive period on his headline-dominating feud with Drake, it’s by performing this track in front of millions.
SEE ALSO: Will Kendrick Lamar diss Drake during the Super Bowl halftime show? Why and why not.That’s a must-play, but we’ve gone full music nerd and crafted the ultimate Kendrick halftime setlist. Here’s what we think is coming — and what we’re manifesting.
The expected: Not Like Us, All the Stars, Luther, 30 for 30With SZA joining him on stage, it’s almost guaranteed that the duo will perform one of their many collaborations. The most obvious choice? "All the Stars," the lead single from the Black Panther soundtrack — aka, the not-so-secret Kendrick-curated showcase for Top Dawg Entertainment artists back in 2018.
It’s easily their biggest hit, racking up over 1.9 billion streams on Spotify.
From their most recent collabs on GNX and SOS Deluxe, "Luther" and "30 for 30" stand out as prime picks if Kendrick and SZA decide to slow things down. The former is currently Kendrick’s most popular track on Spotify, while the latter was a lead single for Lana.
But let’s be real — the most anticipated moment of the night? That belongs to "Not Like Us." The 2024 Grammy-winning Record of the Year and undisputed song of the summer, this Drake-diss anthem is practically built for a mic-drop Super Bowl moment. Of course, with Drake’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group still looming, the NFL might try to nudge him away from some of those more pointed lyrics.
Club classics: Family Ties, HUMBLE, DNA, King Kunta, AlrightIf Kendrick wants to turn the Super Bowl stage into a full-blown celebration of his club anthems, he’s got plenty to pull from. "Family Ties" brings high-energy braggadocio with a beat drop that’s built for a stadium. Plus, it'll be likely that if Kendrick does this song, his cousin, rapper Baby Keem, will also make an appearance.
"HUMBLE" and "DNA." are straight-up mosh pit starters, packed with the kind of chest-thumping bravado that makes crowds go wild.
And if he wants to tap into his signature funk-infused West Coast vibe, "King Kunta" is the move. But no Kendrick setlist would be complete without "Alright" — the modern-day protest anthem that became a cultural rallying cry. Expect the entire stadium to scream that hook in unison.
GNX singles: tv off, squabble upRiding high off the success of his sixth studio album, GNX, it wouldn’t be a shock if Kendrick showcased some of its biggest singles — especially since the project is a full-blown love letter to LA and West Coast hip-hop.
"squabble up" is a masterclass in West Coast fusion, seamlessly shifting from G-funk to hyphy to even mariachi, making it a dynamic track that would explode in a stadium setting.
Meanwhile, "tv off" might just be the most sonically dazzling song on the album — a high-energy, bouncing beat paired with a message that tells his critics to literally turn the TV off. If Kendrick follows up a massive Grammys win with "tv off" at the Super Bowl, it'd be the ultimate victory lap.
Throwbacks/Deepcuts: i, Swimming Pools, Money Trees, LOVE, Blow My High, RigamortusFor the day-one Kendrick fans, a setlist stacked with throwbacks and deep cuts would be a dream. "i" delivers an uplifting, self-love anthem with a groove that’s tailor-made for a live performance.
"Swimming Pools" takes a darker turn, but its hypnotic hook still makes it a crowd favorite.
"Money Trees"? An instant classic, and if Jay Rock shows up for his verse, it'd be a beautiful moment for the two rappers who have gone through so much together in the industry.
For the romantics, "LOVE." is a no-brainer, offering a melodic breather in an otherwise high-energy set.
But if Kendrick really wants to flex his rap acrobatics, "Blow My High (Members Only)" and "Rigamortus" would be deep-cut gold—showcasing his sharp lyricism and relentless flow that first put him on the map.
On a personal note, these two tracks — along with all of Section .80 — were my introduction to Kendrick way back in 2011 (hard to believe that was over a decade ago). Hearing them on the Super Bowl stage would be nothing short of surreal.
Surprises: Like That, Loyalty, Mirror, Mona Lisa, FreedomIf Kendrick wants to pack his set with jaw-dropping guest appearances, these tracks set the stage perfectly. "Like That" doesn’t need Future or Metro Boomin to hit, but given it's the song that started the Drake feud, performing it would be a bold statement all on its own.
"Loyalty" practically begs for a Rihanna cameo — imagine the stadium erupting if she walks out unannounced, or how upset Drake would be.
"Mirror" might be an unexpected choice, but its introspective energy could bring a rare, reflective moment to the spectacle.
"Mona Lisa" is also a super long shot but its a storytelling masterclass. If Lil Wayne shows up to trade bars live in his hometown, it would be legendary.
And then there’s "Freedom" — a Beyoncé track, but one where Kendrick’s verse is unforgettable. If Queen Bey joins him, it'd be an all-time Super Bowl moment, no debate.
Kendrick Lamar is back on the biggest stage in sports. The rap icon is set to headline the Super Bowl 59 halftime show as the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles — round two in a high-stakes rematch just three years in the making. It marks Lamar’s first return to the Super Bowl stage since his 2022 performance alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Mary J. Blige, but this time, he’s running the show solo.
Speculation over surprise guests is at a fever pitch. One name is already locked in: longtime collaborator SZA, which is of no surprise since the two announced they'd be going on tour together.
This is Kendrick Lamar though so there will be more guests. Here’s who else might be stepping onto that stage with him:
Lefty GunplayA Lefty Gunplay cameo wouldn’t be surprising — especially if Kendrick wants to make waves in New Orleans. The L.A. rapper is one of several hometown voices featured on GNX, appearing on the standout single "TV Off." If Kendrick adds it to the setlist, bringing Lefty along feels like a no-brainer.
There’s also a real possibility that, much like his The Pop Out event in Inglewood, Kendrick opts for a full-circle moment — bringing the entire GNX roster on stage as a tribute to their shared L.A. roots.
Baby KeemFamily ties run deep. Baby Keem, Kendrick’s cousin and frequent collaborator, has been one of rap’s most exciting new voices. “Family Ties” won them a Grammy, and their chemistry on stage is untouchable.
A Keem appearance would be high-energy, high-impact, and totally expected.
Future & Metro BoominThe enemy of my enemy is my halftime guest? Metro and Future have both had their issues with Drake, and with Not Like Us sweeping the Grammys, there’s no better time for some strategic alliances.
Metro’s production shaped an era, and Future’s hypnotic flow could turn this into a full-circle moment. If they pop out for “Like That” or “Mask Off,” the subs will be loud, the crowd will be louder, and the internet might not survive.
Pusha TContinuing the trend of "dudes who have beef with Drake" bringing out Pusha T could be seen as the ultimate power move.
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A Milky Way-surveying spacecraft found a planet 12 times more massive than Jupiter, along with a brown dwarf, each distantly orbiting stars smaller than the sun.
Scientists have dubbed the exoplanet, a world well outside our solar system, Gaia-4b. The brown dwarf, not quite a planet or a star, is Gaia-5b. Respectively, they are 244 and 134 light-years away.
The European Space Agency's Gaia spacecraft, which has recently retired because it's running out of fuel, is responsible for the discoveries. Both enormous celestial objects were made official after confirmation from other instruments. Though Gaia concluded science observations on Jan. 15, these results are an intriguing tease to a vast data release from the mission anticipated next year.
"This discovery is an exciting tip-of-the-iceberg for the exoplanet discoveries we can expect from Gaia in the future," said Matthew Standing, an ESA research fellow, in a statement.
SEE ALSO: Scientists haven't found a rocky exoplanet with air. But now they have a plan.The number of confirmed exoplanets has tipped 5,800, according to NASA, with thousands of additional candidates under review. The growing tally is a tiny sampling of planets in space. With hundreds of billions of galaxies, the universe probably teems with many trillions of stars.
Gaia-4b is considered a super-Jupiter planet, a relatively cold gas giant, orbiting its star over 570 Earth-days. That star is estimated to be 64 percent the mass of the sun. That makes Gaia-4b one of the most hulking planets known to circle a small star.
The brown dwarf, sometimes referred to as a failed star because it lacks the scale to generate its own nuclear power, orbits its even smaller star — about 34 percent the sun's mass — in a slightly shorter Earth-year. Though it may not have been able to hack it as a star, this thing is no shrinking violet. It's about 21 times more massive than Jupiter. For the sake of comparison, Jupiter's mass is equal to about 318 Earths.
The findings were published in The Astrophysical Journal.
The gravitational tugs of orbiting planets can cause host stars to wobble in an almost corkscrew-like pattern. Credit: ESA illustrationThe exoplanet is Gaia's first independent success using the "wobble" technique, aka astrometry, according to the space agency. Since the mission launched in 2013, the spacecraft has used a pair of optical telescopes to scan the sky. Because of its precision in tracking the motion of stars, scientists believe its data will potentially lead to thousands of new discoveries.
The gravitational tugs of orbiting planets can cause host stars to wobble in an almost corkscrew-like pattern, and planet hunters are adept at interpreting these jitters in the data. But confirmation from other telescopes is key for these candidates because there are other possible reasons for the motion, such as the influence of another nearby star. The WIYN 3.5-meter Telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Tucson, Arizona, provided crucial follow-up observations.
"Massive planets around low-mass stars are known to be relatively rare," said Guðmundur Stefánsson, lead author of the paper, in a statement, "but when they occur, they cause a larger wobble, and therefore a stronger astrometric signature that is easier to detect."
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