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Omegle is in the ground, and Thundr is dancing on its grave. Since Omegle's demise in late 2023, the internet has been introduced to a number of Omegle alternatives, from the tame to the explicit. Thundr is a random video and text chat service that's emulating Omegle the most in 2026. Think of it as Omegle with actual guardrails, offering far more ways to get your exact match through tags, country selection, and AI moderation. Thundr prides itself on being one of the safer random cam connection sites, claiming to instantly block nudity, spam, and hate speech.

SEE ALSO: What happened to Omegle? The rise and fall of the internet's favorite stranger danger

But what is Thundr, and is it really Omegle's best replacement? And is the site as safe as it claims to be?

How does Thundr work?

Like Omegle, Uhmegle, Flingster, DirtyRoulette, and the like, Thundr matches users to random strangers across the globe through video or text chat. Like most alternatives, Thundr has a customizable matching process designed to help users find better matches, faster. Add up to 33 tags, select your preferred countries, and Thundr will do its best to connect you accordingly. Note: Thundr is one of the only cam sites that allow users to choose multiple countries without payment.

While this doesn't affect matching, Thundr also offers a number of color themes for a better visual experience, including Dark, Light, Pink, Brat (neon green, likely inspired by Charli XCX's hit 2024 album), and more.

Thundr requires every user to create an account before connecting with strangers, with options to sign up via Google or Apple. This is a safety measure, which is a breath of fresh air in this space since most similar sites don't bother — but it's very easy to create an anonymous account even without an email, so it's difficult to say how safe this requirement is.

On the home page, Thundr claims to be different from nearly every other cam site out there: "Thundr uses a match-making algorithm that is designed to give you an amazing experience from the first match, and it only gets better with time." In our experience, this is half true. You can add tags and select countries, but the country filter works noticeably better than the tag filter. You'll find someone with a similar tag maybe every 20ish people.

Where it gets interesting is how the algorithm actually learns. It seemingly sorts users based on nudity and sexually explicit conversation more than anything else. Match with hundreds of faces, take your dick out once, and suddenly, everyone Thundr pairs you with is there for the same thing. While that works great for NSFW users, the algorithm will occasionally misfire and place users who did nothing wrong into NSFW matches, pigeonholing people who are otherwise there for connection. Outside of the SFW versus NSFW divide, we haven't seen much evidence that the algorithm is doing anything more sophisticated than that.

Is Thundr free?

Yes, Thundr is free to use, including all the aforementioned filter options. The only form of payment Thundr offers is something called Boosts. A Boost is a one-time purchase that puts you at the front of Thundr's match queue from 10 to 60 minutes, making it more likely you'll be paired with higher-quality users. Thundr doesn't say much about Boosts on the site itself, but when they launched, the creator of Thundr took to Reddit to explain: "All that happens is that when a user is boosted, they are temporarily at the top of the match queue. This means they're more likely to be matched to what the platform thinks is the highest quality users."

When it comes to pricing, here's what you're looking at as of April 2026, according to a Thundr pop-up:

• Small Boost: $3.99 for 10 minutes

• Normal Boost: $7.99 for 30 minutes

• Super Boost: $16.99 for 60 minutes

But, do Boosts on Thundr work? We're unsure. We haven't tested this ourselves, but users on Reddit claim the answer is a big, fat "no".

Is Thundr available on mobile?

Thundr is browser-only and does not currently have a dedicated app, but you can use it on your phone through your mobile browser. It's worth noting that the mobile version works slightly differently from the desktop one. On desktop, the experience mirrors classic Omegle, with a skip button in the corner of your screen near your camera feed to move on to the next person. On mobile, that button still exists, but users can also swipe up to skip. 

Is Thundr NSFW?

Yes, Thundr is NSFW. Although the site prides itself on its AI moderation, nudity and explicit content slip through more often than you'd expect. You must be 18+ to use Thundr.

Is Thundr safe?

A hard question to answer. Thundr claims to have end-to-end encryption (meaning Thundr and other third parties cannot see messages), zero data-sharing, and AI moderation, and seemingly does its best to keep explicitly-minded users in their own corner of the site. But this doesn't always work. You have to actively do something Thundr deems sexual to end up in the NSFW zone, meaning someone can expose an unsuspecting user to explicit content just to trigger the algorithm.

Here's something else we take issue with. In Thundr's FAQ section, the question "How does Thundr's free video chat let me chat with strangers safely?" is answered like this:

"Every live video or text session is end-to-end encrypted and protected by real-time AI that instantly blocks nudity, hate speech, and spam. You can report, skip, or mute any stranger with one tap, so you enjoy free video chat without compromising safety."

This is false. Just because Thundr separates explicit users into their own corner doesn't mean nudity is blocked. It just means that it's pushed elsewhere. When you get to this side of Thundr, you will know by the amount of penises that appear on screen over and over and over again, which wouldn't happen as much prior. That's not blocking nudity, that's just doing something else with it.

Adding a mandated sign-in requirement is an excellent step, but anyone can have an email without confirming their age (or make an anonymous account without an email and do the same). Children under 18 can access Thundr just as easily as adults, and given what can slip through the moderation, that's a serious problem.

Final thoughts on Thundr

Thundr is doing something many other sites are not doing: requiring users to sign in. Although Thundr does not say it explicitly, this holds people accountable in a way. This will push away a number of bad actors who intend on using Thundr for the wrong reasons, ultimately making Thundr safer than a lot of Omegle alternatives. Like always, when using Thundr or any other cam site that connects users to strangers from around the globe, use caution. The internet has always been a weird place. Thundr is no exception.

Though bloody, Euphoria's "version of the Red Wedding" actually had a very pink colour palette.

Season 3, episode 3 of the HBO series saw combustible lovers Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Nate (Jacob Elordi) getting married in a ceremony that was just as lavish and over-the-top as it was harrowing.

SEE ALSO: 'Euphoria' just did its version of the Red Wedding

The Euphoria wedding was filmed on the south lawn of The Langham, Huntingdon in Pasadena, as well as on a Warner Bros set for the interior reception scenes. From the ceremony to the afterparty, Cassie and Nate's wedding is a cornucopia of pink drapery, Cartier jewels, and $50,000 flower arrangements, including rose aisle arches and a custom C&N logo.

In a behind-the-scenes video from HBO, production designer François Audouy said he talked to Euphoria creator Sam Levinson early in pre-production with his vision: "I told him that I was inspired by a shrimp cocktail."

"I literally sampled the pinks from a shrimp and then that became the color palette for the wedding," Audouy added.

I mean... Credit: HBO / YouTube That feeling of a $50,000 flower budget. Credit: Eddy Chen / HBO Shrimpy pinks abound. Credit: Eddy Chen / HBO

If you watch the episode again, you can see the production team, including set decorator Anthony Carlino, not only took cues from the favoured dish of 1960s dinner parties, but included a ton of prawns within an ice sculpture, emblazoned with Nate and Cassie's initials. The team also wrote a menu, which includes blinis, steak tartare, and smoked salmon and crème fraîche — all the fancypants canapés you'd expect. And you'll notice Cassie's bridesmaids dresses, designed by Euphoria costume designer Natasha Newman-Thomas, are the same shrimpy pink.

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"It's a bit over-the-top, all these incredibly detailed tables, and the flower arrangements, and the food — it's supposed to be very Californian," Audouy said of the Spanish Revival-style interior set the Euphoria team built at Warner Bros. for the reception scenes. The level of detail here is just staggering, from the wedding table to the table setting (with Fujifilm Instaxes) and that horrendous ice sculpture of Cassie and Nate.

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If the wedding site looks familiar, The Langham is regularly used for film and TV shoots; the hotel's website lists The Parent Trap, Hacks, Westworld, The Brothers Sun, Modern Family, and American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace. It's also where Ashley and JP’s wedding was filmed for The Bachelorette in 2012, which feels right for Cassie and Nate.

Wedding planning website The Knot prices The Langham at $34,500 average spend for a wedding, however, that seems hilariously under Cassie and Nate's budget. Mashable has reached out to The Langham for a quote of our own.

With those $50,000 florals, the multi-venue hire, Cassie’s Natasha Newman-Thomas/Jackson Wiederhoeft dress and Cartier jewellery, Nate’s Bottega Veneta tuxedo, the full band, DJ and dance floor, wedding planner, highly opulent food and drink budget, and those lavish table settings, we’re thinking six figures at a minimum. But remember, Nate’s in serious debt and though Cassie’s making that OnlyFans money, they’re not millionaires. Yes, Nate’s financial situation has toe-curling consequences.

New episodes of Euphoria Season 3 premiere Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max.

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"Our main story tonight concerns AI: It saves significant time writing emails, and all it costs us is everything else on Earth."

That's how John Oliver launches his latest Last Week Tonight segment on AI chatbots, taking half an hour to break down the darker side of artificial intelligence apps — from chatbots becoming sexually explicit with young users to the dangerous lack of safeguards in place when people use them to talk about suicide.

Oliver ends by advising parents to speak with their children about what chatbots they're using, and "treat these apps with extreme caution" if you're pre-disposed to mental health issues.

"In general, it is good to remember that however much an app may sound like a friend, what it is is a machine. And behind that machine is a corporation trying to extract a monthly fee from you. And that kind of sums up for me what is so dystopian about all this, because while that guy you saw earlier said that selling AI friends is low risk because they're just entertainment, that's not actually how friends work. Friends can be the most important figures in your life," says Oliver. "True friends know when to listen, when to push back, and when to worry about you."

If you're feeling suicidal or experiencing a mental health crisis, please talk to somebody. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org. You can reach the Trans Lifeline by calling 877-565-8860 or the Trevor Project at 866-488-7386. Text "START" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. Contact the NAMI HelpLine at 1-800-950-NAMI, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. ET, or email info@nami.org. If you don't like the phone, consider using the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Chat. Here is a list of international resources.

SAVE $20: As of April 27, the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees are on sale for $44.99 at Amazon, a return to their lowest-ever price at the retailer.

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Lego's Botanicals sets are perfect builds for spring and summer, thanks to their bright colors and blooms that are beautiful on display. If you've been searching for a new set to piece together, the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees (10373) are a terrific little trio. They're even discounted right now at Amazon, so there's no better time to grab them.

As of April 27, the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees have dropped to $44.99 at Amazon, marking a return to their lowest-ever price. Usually they're listed for $64.99, so this is your chance to save $20. It's currently marked as a limited time deal, so this set may not stay on sale for long.

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The Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees is a delightful display, coming with 709 pieces in total that create three trees: a ginkgo bonsai tree with vibrant yellow leaves, a black pine bonsai tree with green needles, and a wisteria bonsai tree that features lovely lilac flowers.

Since it's a display piece, it's a set that's recommended for adults of ages 18 and over. However, if you know someone younger who wants to tackle this set, just have an adult help them out with the building process.

Again, since it's a limited-time offer, this deal on the Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees may not be available for long. If you're hoping to have it as part of your Lego collection, now is the time to scoop it up and save.

SAVE $40: As of April 27, the Fitbit Charge 6 is on sale at Amazon for $119.95. This is $40 off its list price of $159.95.

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If this spring weather has you searching for a fitness tracker to join you outside for workouts and activities, Amazon has dropped the price on quite a few different models, including some top picks from Fitbit. Our favorite mid-range fitness tracker, the Fitbit Charge 6, is down to just $119.95.

Overall, this is a $40 discount from the Fitbit Charge 6's list price of $159.95. That's a nice standalone offer, but what makes it even better is every available color is on sale at this price. Take your pick from the black band, white band, or even the vibrant red band if you want a pop of color on your wrist.

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If you're on the hunt for a fitness tracker that's not too over-the-top in terms of stats but also not too simple, the Fitbit Charge 6 is worth a look. In our roundup of the best fitness trackers, we said it's "A shining example of what a mid-budget fitness tracker can be. It offers fantastic value for what you pay, and packs in a lot of the features you'd expect from more high-end fitness trackers like a built-in GPS, 40 exercise modes to choose from, and heart rate connectivity with select exercise machines, just to name a few."

On top of that, its battery life can last up to seven days. That gives you plenty of time before it needs to be recharged.

The Fitbit Charge 6 is marked as a limited time deal right now. So if it sounds like the kind of fitness tracker you've been searching for, this is the time to grab it.

TL;DR: Amazon has the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-Core Processor on sale for $573.99, knocking $125.01 off its $699 list price. That's an 18% discount on a 16-core, 32-thread Zen 5 CPU with second-gen AMD 3D V-Cache, up to 5.7GHz max boost, and AM5 support.

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Upgrading your gaming PC is a simple but expensive idea, but Amazon’s new drop on a premium AMD CPU will certainly help take the edge off. 

As of April 27, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-Core Processor is on sale for $573.99 at Amazon, down from its $699 list price. Not only does this save you $125.01, but this is also Amazon’s lowest ever price for this particular CPU, as confirmed using price tracker camelcamelcamel.

Taking you far beyond casual gaming, the Ryzen 9 9950X3D is built for more than just a few rounds of Fortnite. It’s been crafted for gamers who love doing a lot at once: playing, streaming, editing, rendering, or switching between heavy workloads — all without having your daily tasks suddenly come to a grinding halt. 

Also packing 32 threads, a 4.3GHz base clock, and up to 5.7GHz max boost, the 9950X3D also uses AMD’s Zen 5 architecture and second-generation 3D V-Cache technology. As a result, you’ll give games and demanding apps more cache to work with. In layman’s terms, it’s built to keep things fast when your PC is being pushed properly, even when you’re playing demanding new gaming titles like Crimson Desert or Pragmata.

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There’s also support for the AM5 platform, DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0, AMD EXPO memory overclocking, and Precision Boost Overdrive. Overall, that provides a pretty strong upgrade path if you’re building a system that you don’t want to feel outdated in a year.

The one thing to remember is that there’s no cooler included, and AMD recommends a liquid cooler for the best performance. Still, if you’re buying a CPU at this level, that probably isn’t the part of the build where you were planning to cut corners.

To complement your setup with some amazing new visuals, you can also find the 27-inch LG UltraGear OLED monitor for only $499.99 at 44% off. If you’re after something even bigger, the 52-inch LG UltraGear evo (the world's largest 5K2K gaming monitor) is $300 off. 

SNL UK's first ever sketch went so hard on prime minister Keir Starmer that Donald Trump shared it, and it doesn't look like the roasting is going to stop anytime soon.

The show's latest cold open above is a parody of the game show Who Wants to be a Millionaire?, which sees a nervous Starmer (played by George Fouracres) struggling to answer the question: "Is it ever a good idea to give Peter Mandelson a job?" (The real Starmer has come under increasing scrutiny for giving the U.S. ambassador role to Mandelson, who is currently under criminal investigation over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein).

In the sketch, despite multiple lifelines narrowing down Starmer's options to "Not in a million years", he still decides to pick "Yes".

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Euphoria Season 3's jaw-dropper of a third episode saw Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Nate (Jacob Elordi) getting hitched — and it was just as over-the-top, lavish, and blood-soaked as you'd expect.

HBO released a behind-the-scenes video for "Euphoria's version of the Red Wedding" for fans wanting to know more about every last detail, from those off-the-runway looks to the fake body parts fit for choppin'.

Filmed on the south lawn of the Huntingdon Langham Hotel in Pasadena (as well as on a Warner Bros set), the wedding sequence is drenched in pinks, a colour palette production designer François Audouy described as "inspired by a shrimp cocktail." The production team details everything from the ice sculpture to Cassie and Nate’s first dance, giving you a sense of the sheer scale of the episode.

Euphoria costume designer Natasha Newman-Thomas unpacks the design for Cassie’s dress, which she co-designed with New York designer Jackson Wiederhoeft — it was paired with eight-inch Jimmy Choo heels and half a million dollars’ worth of Cartier jewellery. You'll also get a look at Nate's Bottega Veneta tuxedo, Maddy’s (Alexa Demie's) “gravity-defying” gown with the dangling rosary, Lexi (Maude Apatow) in Nana Jacqueline, and Jules (Hunter Schafer) in an Acne spring 2023 runway sample.

It was nothing short of a TV wedding to remember.

Microsoft has made it easier, but not entirely easy, to pause forced Windows updates forever.

In a blog post on the company's website, Microsoft described several ways in which it gave Window users more control over updating the software.

SEE ALSO: The 12 best Windows laptops for 2026

Perhaps the most notable among these is the ability to pause forced Windows updates indefinitely. The catch, however, is that you can only pause an update for up to 35 days, after which you'll have to pause again. There are no limits on how many times you can reset the pause end date, Microsoft wrote.

Bug me again in 35 days, please. Credit: Microsoft

The company also introduced the ability to skip updates immediately during device setup.

Also, the company separated power actions from update actions; now, you can choose to "restart" or "shutdown" your computer, "update and restart," or "update and shut down" your computer.

Finally, Microsoft is now providing more detail on driver updates, making it easier to understand what, exactly, are you updating.

All of these updates are rolling out to Windows Insider users in the Dev and Experimental Channels, and will probably trickle out to all users soon.

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SAVE OVER $1,500: As of April 27, the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is on sale for $2,148.99 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount on the list price.

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The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is back on sale at Amazon. As of April 27, you can save a huge $1,550.01 on the unit with two solar panels. This setup is strong enough to power a three-person household for over two weeks, so if you need something reliable, you can't go wrong with this deal.

This portable power station has a 3,600W output (7,200W in parallel) and a 3,584Wh capacity, so it can comfortably run essential appliances like pumps and heaters. It also has expandability up to 21kWh per unit or 43kWh using multiple units. But despite its capacity, it’s designed to remain portable. It has a wheeled luggage-style build that makes it easy to move around the house, or take with you on a camping vacation.

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Even with such a large discount, this isn't a small purchase. So, you'll be glad to know Jackery built this model to be reliable over many years. It uses high-temperature resistant ceramic membrane battery cells and is designed to prevent overheating and overcharging, so you'll get up to 6,000 charge cycles and an estimated 10-year lifespan. It’s also designed to perform in extreme conditions, making it a reliable choice even in harsh weather.

This is a limited-time deal at Amazon, so don't miss out.

TL;DR: Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box listed for $229, down from its usual $279.99 list price. That saves you $50.99 on a full 36-pack Booster Display Box, working out to about $6.36 per booster pack.

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The Perfect Order range has continued to be one of the Pokémon TCG’s most affordable modern expansions, more so now that you can score its display boxes of a few dozen packs for even less.

As of April 27, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box is listed for $229 at Amazon, down from its $279.99 list price. That makes it 18% off overall, or $50 cheaper than buying at full retail. Since the box includes 36 booster packs, you’re paying roughly $6.36 per pack before tax.

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This is a solid Amazon price for anyone who prefers buying their boxes through the major retailer. The boxes at these lower price points have been selling quickly, but the next-lowest listing is sitting at $239.95 — which is an also-respectable $40 off.

The Mega Evolution set’s Perfect Order expansion puts Pokémon that appeared in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game, like (Mega Zygarde ex), front and center, with more than 120 cards to collect across the set. These also include Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex, alongside more new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex cards for collectors and players to chase.

Each Booster Display Box comes with 36 booster packs, and each pack includes 10 random cards. That makes this the clear pick over single-sleeved packs if you’re planning to rip a larger number of Perfect Order at once, build out a set binder, or just give yourself more chances at the expansion’s bigger pulls.

You can also grab the Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Elite Trainer Booster Box for around $70. As for the latest upcoming expansion, you can preorder the Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Booster Box for just under $240.  

SAVE OVER $20: As of April 27, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) is marked down to $154.99 at Amazon. This is $25 off its list price of $179.99.

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If you have vacations with your kids coming up this spring and summer, a Kindle is a nice piece of tech to keep them busy with a book on a long plane ride or in those quieter moments of downtime. The Kindle Paperwhite Kids is an option we'd recommend — it's our favorite Kindle pick for kids — and it's even discounted right now at Amazon.

As of April 27, the Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) is on sale for $154.99 at Amazon. Overall, this saves you $25 on its list price of $179.99, though it's a deal that may not last for long. It's marked as a limited time deal, so act fast to grab it at this discounted price.

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If your kid is an active reader, the good news is the Kindle Paperwhite Kids offers 16GB of storage, so there's plenty of space to fill with their favorite books. Reading is nice and easy on the eyes as well thanks to the glare-free, seven-inch Paperwhite display. It even features an adjustable warm light, so they can read in the evening without a bright screen shining in their face.

Mashable's Samantha Mangino had a lot of praise for this Kindle in our roundup of the best Kindles. She highlighted that "It's waterproof, which means it stands up to juice spills and dips in the pool. Plus, it comes with a built-in case." That's not all, though. It's also "a distraction-free device. It doesn't come with ads, notifications, or the temptation of games or video."

If you wait too long, you may miss out on this great deal on the Kindle Paperwhite Kids (16GB) at Amazon.

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

Released in August 2025, Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move on to the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.

How to play Pips

If you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity with how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.

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The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible — and common — for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.

Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:

• Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.

• Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.

• Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.

• Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.

• Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.

If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for April 27, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for April 27 Pips

Greater than (5): Everything in this space must be greater than 5. The answer is 5-1, placed vertically.

Greater than (5): Everything in this space must be greater than 5. The answer is 6-5, placed vertically.

Number (5): Everything in this purple space must add up to 5. The answer is 6-1, placed vertically; 4-4, placed vertically.

Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-4, placed vertically; 4-1, placed horizontally.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for April 27 Pips

Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically.

Number (3): Everything in this purple space must add up to 3. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 1-5, placed horizontally.

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed vertically.

Number (11): Everything in this purple space must add up to 11. The answer is 1-5, placed horizontally; 4-6, placed vertically.

Greater than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-6, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this purple space must add up to 8. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally; 1-0, placed vertically; 6-1, placed horizontally.

Greater than (11): Everything in this space must be greater than 11. The answer is 5-6, placed vertically; 6-1, placed horizontally.

Less than (1): Everything in this space must be less than 1. The answer is 1-0, placed vertically.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for April 27 Pips

Number (3): Everything in this purple space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-4, placed vertically.

Number (10): Everything in this purple space must add up to 10. The answer is 5-5, placed horizontally.

Number (4): Everything in this purple space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-4, placed vertically.

Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically; 3-0, placed horizontally.

Number (3): Everything in this purple space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-0, placed horizontally.

Equal (2): Everything in this space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed vertically.

Greater than (5): Everything in this space must be greater than 5. The answer is 5-4, placed vertically.

Greater than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-4, placed vertically.

Greater than (10): Everything in this space must be greater than 10. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this purple space must add up to 8. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally; 1-0, placed vertically; 6-1, placed horizontally.

Number (4): Everything in this purple space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-0, placed vertically.

Number (3): Everything in this purple space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-1, placed horizontally.

Number (4): Everything in this purple space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-1, placed horizontally; 3-2, placed vertically.

Number (10): Everything in this purple space must add up to 10. The answer is 5-1, placed horizontally; 5-6, placed vertically.

Number (3): Everything in this purple space must add up to 3. The answer is 5-1, placed horizontally; 3-2, placed vertically

Greater than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 5-6, placed vertically.

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SAVE $150: As of April 27, the Breville Barista Express Impress is on sale for $649.95 at Amazon. That's a 19% discount on the list price.

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If you really enjoy a good cup of coffee, instant just doesn’t cut it. Fresh beans and a proper grind make all the difference.

So if you're in the market to upgrade your French press or Moka, why not check out this latest Amazon deal on the Breville Barista Express Impress. As of April 27, this impressive machine is down from $799.95 to $649.95, saving you $150. That's $150 more to put towards good beans.

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It's not an overly complicated machine to use. It combines smart technology with hands-on control, using an intelligent dosing system that calculates and adjusts the right amount of coffee for each espresso, then auto-corrects to keep your results consistent over time. It does all the hard work for you. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy your brew. It even has assisted tamping that mimics a professional barista’s technique, applying even pressure for a cleaner puck and better extraction.

It also features a built-in conical burr grinder with 25 grind settings, so you can fine-tune your beans to suit your taste. Other features include a Thermocoil heating system with PID control and a manual steam wand that lets you texture milk for lattes and cappuccinos.

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SAVE $150: As of April 27, the Dyson Airwrap i.d. is on sale for $499.99 at Amazon. That's a 23% discount on the list price.

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The Dyson Airwrap i.d. is currently reduced to its best price this year, so if you've been eyeing up one of the most beloved hair styling tools, now is the time to buy. And both the straight to wavy hair and the curly to coily hair models are reduced, so this discount applies to multiple hair types.

As of April 27, it is down from $649.99 to $499.99, saving you $150.

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The Dyson Airwrap i.d. is an all-in-one styling tool that really needs no introduction. It's so well known there are even many dupes on the market. But if you're looking to buy the real thing, it's easy to use, smart, and can be personalized to your routine. It even uses Bluetooth connectivity to pair with the MyDyson app to create a personalized styling profile based on your hair type and length. It can even adjust settings to help you achieve your ideal curls with little effort.

It has six styling functions in one, including drying, curling, waving, shaping, and smoothing, and all without extreme heat damage. The updated Airwrap technology allows it to dry and style simultaneously, while the tapered barrel helps create more defined curls closer to the root. You'll also get multiple attachments included, so it’s a versatile option whether you’re going for sleek, smooth styles or soft, bouncy curls.

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SAVE $25: As of April 27, the Kindle Paperwhite is on sale for $134.99 at Amazon. That's a 16% discount on the list price.

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The Kindle Paperwhite is back on sale at Amazon, and if you're comparing e-readers for the best value, it's worth noting that this is the lowest price we've seen all year. As of April 27, you can save $25 on the 16GB device, bringing the price down from $159.99 to $134.99. All color options of this Kindle are discounted, so you can choose from black, jade, or raspberry.

The Kindle Paperwhite is the perfect choice if you want a device dedicated to reading and nothing else. It isn't a tablet. It's purely an e-reader, so there's no social media downloads or streaming capabilities: just books.

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It has a 7-inch glare-free display that makes it easy on your eyes, no matter the lighting condition. The screen can be adjusted from white to a warmer amber tone. It's also slim and lightweight, making it easy to take with you on the go, whether for your commute or vacation.

The battery can last up to 12 weeks on a single charge via USB-C, and because it’s waterproof, you can enjoy reading by the pool or in the bath without a worry.

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TL;DR: T-Mobile is offering the Apple iPhone 17 Pro for free when you trade in an eligible device in any condition and sign up for an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan.

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T-Mobile has been offering the iPhone 17e and iPhone 17 for free for some time, but the popular mobile carrier has stubbornly refused to include the iPhone 17 Pro in these offers. That is until now.

T-Mobile is now giving away the iPhone 17 Pro for free (via $1,100 in 24 monthly bill credits) when you trade in an eligible device in any condition and sign up for an Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plan. There's usually a lot of fine print with this type of offer that excludes anyone with a cracked screen, but that's not the case here. By offering up to $1,100 for trade-ins in "any condition," T-Mobile are really pushing for you to make the switch.

SEE ALSO: Apple may have already given us a big hint about AI Siri

For power users, it doesn't get much better than the Experience Beyond plan. It's designed for anyone who wants the best in 4K streaming, huge hotspot data (250GB), and masses of international roaming. You’re also getting Hulu, Apple TV+, Netflix, and MLB.TV. It's obviously not a cheap plan, but that bumper entertainment package offsets a large portion of that cost.

Get the Apple iPhone 17 Pro for free with this limited-time offer from T-Mobile.

TL;DR: The Prompting Systems: Lifetime Subscription is on sale for $23.99 (reg. $360) with code PROMPT20 through May 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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If you’ve ever found yourself spending more time fine-tuning prompts than actually getting work done, you’re not alone. Prompting Systems is a software that aims to take your rough ideas and turn them into clear, detailed prompts so your AI tools can deliver better results right away. The Prompting Systems: Lifetime Subscription only costs you $23.99 when you use PROMPT20 at checkout and the sale ends on May 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

AI works best when it gets clear instructions, but figuring out the right way to phrase things can be a bit tricky. Prompting Systems handles that for you by automatically building in context, tone, and intent. Guided workflows walk you through each step, so your results come out sounding polished and less generic.

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The platform is designed to be user-friendly, making it easy for beginners to get started while still offering features for advanced users. Even if you’ve struggled with prompt crafting before, you’ll likely find the process much smoother and more efficient.

You’ll find prompt generators for just about everything, including blog posts, social captions, product descriptions, email campaigns, and even image or video prompts. There are also models tailored to specific needs, such as storytelling or SEO, so you can get results that fit your project. It works with all the big names, including ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, and DALL·E, so you’re not locked into one platform.

If you frequently use AI but prefer not to invest extensive time in learning prompt engineering, this tool can save you time. It is particularly useful for content creators, marketers, and anyone seeking to accelerate writing or brainstorming while maintaining quality.

A lifetime subscription is currently $23.99 (reg. $360) with code PROMPT20, available through May 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If you want to lock in the savings, now’s the time.

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TL;DR: Sign up for a one-year BJ’s Club Card Membership for $15 (reg. $60) and get 15¢ off per gallon at BJ’s Gas through April 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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Gas prices have a way of creeping up, so every bit of savings at the pump counts. For a limited time, you can grab a one-year BJ’s Club Card Membership for just $15 (reg. $60), and it comes with a fuel discount that makes joining even more worth it.

Now through April 30, members get 15¢ off per gallon at BJ’s Gas.

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BJ’s membership is all about bulk savings. Stock up on groceries, household essentials, and name-brand products, and you’ll see the per-unit price decrease. Less trips to the store and more value in your cart make it easier to keep costs in check. (Side note: fewer trips to the store means less gas used too!) Further more, BJ’s often features exclusive deals and members-only coupons, so it’s easy to find additional ways to save each time you shop. Planning ahead, making lists, and buying in bulk can help you avoid impulse purchases and stretch your dollars further.

There are also a few built-in conveniences that make it easier to stick with that routine. Features like curbside pickup, same-day delivery, and ExpressPay let you skip the checkout line by scanning items as you shop and paying in the app.

If you’re driving regularly, shopping for the whole family, or just looking to cut back on everyday expenses, this deal is worth considering. Club+ members don’t get a discount on membership right now, but they can still take advantage of gas savings.

If the goal is to spend a little less on things you’re already buying anyway, this is one of those low-cost entries that’s easy to justify. Just keep an eye on the clock, because the this special one-year BJ’s Club Card Membership and the extra fuel savings both end on April 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

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The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: How to play Pips, the newest NYT game

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Monday, April 27, 2026:

AcrossWord for "dad" in Spanish, Italian, Russian and Hindi

• The answer is Papa.

Go crazy, as a crowd

• The answer is Erupt.

Drink with a red, white and blue logo

• The answer is Pepsi.

Philadelphia M.L.S. team

• The answer is Union.

Buddy

• The answer is Pal.

DownMake more exciting

• The answer is Pepup.

Madison Square Garden, e.g.

• The answer is Arena.

Center of the eye

• The answer is Pupil.

Lhasa ___ (dog breed)

• The answer is Apso.

Element #50

• The answer is Tin.

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

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