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Nvidia is kicking off CES with a big keynote next week, and everyone is pretty sure they know at least one thing that's going to be announced.
SEE ALSO: CES 2025: 5 car trends we expect to seeWhen the PC hardware company takes the stage on Jan. 6, it's widely expected that Nvidia will lift the veil on the GeForce RTX 5000 series of graphics cards. There are multiple reasons to believe this. One is that Nvidia's graphics card business has contributed to an explosion in market value over the past year or so thanks to AI deals with companies like OpenAI and Meta. Another is that the recent reveal trailer for The Witcher IV straight-up said it was "pre-rendered in Unreal Engine 5 on an unannounced Nvidia GeForce RTX GPU."
Now, according to at least one source, we might know when the first RTX 5000-series card will be available to consumers. According to a now-deleted X post by the Hong Kong outlet HKEPC (via Video Cardz), the first RTX 5000 card could launch on or around Jan. 21. It's expected that this will be the RTX 5080, with 5070 and 5090 models to come later, per PCGamesN.
According to PCGamesN, the new card is expected to be around 50 percent faster than the RTX 4090. It will also have GDDR7 RAM, which will give the 5000-series cards much higher transfer speeds than their predecessors.
Tweet may have been deletedGiven all of the circumstantial evidence (plus the fact that Nvidia's official GeForce X account is promoting the keynote address), it seems very likely that the 5000-series cards will show up at CES. And while this is just one source that could very well be wrong, don't be shocked if the official release date is sometime in January.
SAVE $470: As of Jan. 2, get the Ecovacs Cube Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop for $329.99 at Best Buy, down from its usual price of $799.99. That's a discount of 61%.
Opens in a new window Credit: Best Buy Ecovacs Cube Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop $329.99 at Best BuyIf one of your New Year's resolutions was to delegate more of your everyday tasks to robots, you've probably already been considering a robot vacuum or other device to make things easier. If you don't have one in mind, we've got an excellent suggestion to make that'll save you both serious time and money, and we're only two days into the new year!
As of Jan. 2, you can get the Ecovacs Cube Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop for $329.99 at Best Buy, down from its usual price of $799.99. That's a savings of $470 and a discount of 61%.
SEE ALSO: These are the best self-emptying robot vacuums that make life easierThis robot vacuum and mop combo makes it easier than ever to clean up messes, whether you're dealing with carpet or hard flooring throughout your home. It's a high-efficiency vacuum with laser-based avoidance tracking that can map your home and uses the same 3D scanning as advanced facial recognition tech so it can avoid running over cords or bumping into other obstacles. It uses 5100 Pa of suction power to then suck up debris and dirt across hard floors and carpets.
But it also has a mopping system that delivers 2,500 vibrations per minute and an 1,000mL water tank that means it can clean longer and with ease. Its self-washing system has a built-in scrubber that helps you attack dirt and grime, and then it squeezes out the dirty water for a more complete clean. It's all about making things more convenient for you. And it's so hands-off that it's actually quite easy to set it and forget it as it goes about all its household tasks.
If you want an advanced home robot to clean things up, you won't want to miss out on this particular model. Grab it while it's hot.
New Year's Day has come and gone, which means Pornhub is now blocked in 16 U.S. states.
The site blocked itself from almost all of the American South, as 404 Media put it, as a response to age-verification laws. These are state requirements to submit ID to access websites where over a third of the content hosted is explicit. Louisiana started the trend of passing age-verification bills two years ago; others have followed suit. As of January 1, such laws in Florida and South Carolina have gone into effect.
SEE ALSO: How to access porn for freeWhile Pornhub is not blocked in Louisiana, it is blocked in 16 states, a Pornhub representative confirmed to Mashable:
Alabama
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In Louisiana, where users must submit ID to view Pornhub, the site has seen traffic decline around 80 percent, Aylo (Pornhub's parent company) told Mashable.
"These people did not stop looking for porn. They just migrated to darker corners of the internet that don't ask users to verify age, that don't follow the law, that don't take user safety seriously, and that often don't even moderate content. In practice, the laws have just made the internet more dangerous for adults and children," Aylo stated.
In a statement to Mashable, Aylo continued:
First, to be clear, Aylo has publicly supported age verification of users for years, but we believe that any law to this effect must preserve user safety and privacy, and must effectively protect children from accessing content intended for adults.
Unfortunately, the way many jurisdictions worldwide have chosen to implement age verification is ineffective, haphazard, and dangerous. Any regulations that require hundreds of thousands of adult sites to collect significant amounts of highly sensitive personal information is putting user safety in jeopardy. Moreover, as experience has demonstrated, unless properly enforced, users will simply access non-compliant sites or find other methods of evading these laws.
Industry experts say age-verification laws don't work because they are easily circumvented with VPNs. They also raise concerns about privacy protection and safety, since websites will now have to host (even more of) people's personal information. It will be harder to be anonymous online, which experts warn is dangerous to free speech. Adult industry experts Mashable spoke to in an explainer on age-verification laws advocated for device-level filters, as did Aylo in its statement.
Some in the adult industry worry about what Trump's second presidential term will bring due to the conservative policy outline Project 2025 and its measure to ban porn. One of Project 2025's authors, Russell Vought, was caught on a secret recording stating that age-verification laws are the "back door" to a broader porn ban.
Tennessee's age-verification law, which was supposed to be enacted on January 1, has been blocked following a preliminary injunction by the adult industry trade organization the Free Speech Coalition. Because of this, Pornhub hasn't blocked Tennessee.
The Free Speech Coalition has also challenged age-verification laws in other states, including Florida, Indiana, and Texas. In the latter, Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, a Texas district court initially blocked the law, but the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit upheld it. The Supreme Court will hear the case on January 15, deciding whether Texas's age-verification law violates the First Amendment.
The U.S. government has put the final touches on a sweeping rule that bans foreign access to Americans' bulk sensitive data, carrying out a Feb. 2024 Executive Order from President Joe Biden.
The order creates a new regulatory national security program, overseen by the U.S. Department of Justice, designated with preventing the transfer and exploitation of bulk personal data and certain U.S. government-related data abroad. It targets known "countries of concern," including China (Hong Kong and Macau), Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela, and aims to limit their ability to use bulk data for cyber espionage and influence campaigns — or to build U.S citizen profiles used for social engineering and identity theft.
SEE ALSO: CES 2025: Exhibitors, dates, ticket prices, and everything else you must knowCertain types of data are expressly prohibited from being transferred under the new regulation, such as personal identifiers, biometric data like facial scans and voice prints, and precise geolocation data. The rules also designate classes of prohibited, restricted, and exempt data transactions, whether through direct purchase or other commercial means.
"Countries of concern and covered persons can also exploit this data to collect information on activists, academics, journalists, dissidents, political opponents, or members of nongovernmental organizations or marginalized communities to intimidate them; curb political opposition; limit freedoms of expression, peaceful assembly, or association; or enable other forms of suppression of civil liberties," the Justice Department writes, warning also of the use of bulk sensitive data to develop more sophisticated artificial intelligence and algorithms at greater national security risk.
The U.S. government has been investing more regulatory might into data privacy, with aims to more intensely monitor and limit the passage of Americans' sensitive personal data abroad. The Biden administration's TikTok ban, which forces the popular social media platform to divest from its China-owned parent company on the grounds of national security, is currently being considered by the Supreme Court, which will hear oral arguments on Jan. 10. President-elect Donald Trump has recently reversed his stance on banning the platform.
In December, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced a new set of proposed rules that would limit the ability of data brokers to sell individuals' personal and financial data, recategorizing data brokerage under the same oversight as credit bureaus and background check companies.
The new Justice Department limits come amid several high-profile espionage attempts by foreign nations and actors, including a recent U.S. Treasury breach by China-backed hackers that overrode internal security systems and accessed unclassified documents. The breach was announced on the heels of a string of cyberattacks infiltrating users' personal data stored by major telecommunications companies — another China-linked hacking network known as Salt Typhoon.
SEE ALSO: Healthcare giant admits over 5 million patients affected by ransomware attackSAVE UP TO 81%: The Peloton App One is on sale for just $2.49/month for your first two months, down from the typical price of $12.99/month. The Peloton App+ is just $4.99/month for your first two months, instead of the usual price of $24/month.
Peloton App deals Basic app deal Peloton App One $2.49/month for two months (save $10.50/month) Get Deal Advanced app deal Peloton App+ $4.99/month for two months (save $19.01/month) Get DealReady to tackle fitness goals in 2025 but don't know where to start? You could sign up for a gym membership, hire a personal trainer, or join in local workout classes. Or you could enlist the help of the incredibly knowledgeable trainer on the Peloton app and workout from the comfort of your home. What's more, both versions of the app are on a steep discount to ring in the new year.
Until Jan. 30, the Peloton App One is on sale for just $2.49/month for your first two months, down from the normal price of $12.99/month. The upgraded version, the Peloton App+, is on sale for $4.99/month instead of the usual price of $24/month. These discounts mean you'll be saving 81% on the Peloton App One and 79% on the Peloton App+.
SEE ALSO: Bowflex's coveted adjustable dumbbells are $150 off at Amazon for a limited timeLet's be honest — Peloton workout equipment is expensive. We're talking over $1,000 for a stationary bike, rowing machine, or treadmill. For some people, the cost is completely worth the benefits. After all, our health is a vital part of being alive. But if you're not looking to shell out major money on fitness equipment, you might be interested in the Peloton app. Surprisingly, it doesn't even require you to own a single piece of Peloton workout equipment.
The Peloton App One is designed to help out with creating a regular workout routine. The app is covers over 10 workout class types, including strength, yoga, meditation, outdoor running, and more. You'll have access to over 55 professional instructors to find what suits your style and goals best. You also get to select three workouts per months, choosing from exercise bike, treadmill, or rower options, plus access to plenty of other step-by-step gym workouts. Again, you can do these on any bike, treadmill, or rower, not just Peloton-branded equipment.
The upgraded Peloton App+ includes everything you get from the Peloton App One but also includes access to the Strength+ App should you be looking to gain muscle or build a strength-training routine. It comes with access to exclusive classes and instead of being limited to three workouts per month, you get unlimited access.
Former Mashable Shopping Editor Jae Thomas tried out the Peloton App and awarded it a 4.5 out of 5, saying, "After trying almost every kind of workout the Peloton app has to offer, I'd say that the monthly digital membership is an amazing deal for the price."
If you're interested in tackling fitness goals this year, sign up for the discounted Peloton App One or Peloton App+ and get access to thousands of workouts, finding one that fits your exact style.
Proving you're human with a CAPTCHA test has never been more fun.
Frontend development company Vercel used created Doom-themed CAPTCHA to show off its AI site builder, per TechCrunch.
In order to pass the CAPTCHA, you need to kill three monsters in the popular first-person shooter game. According to the app site, the Doom CAPTCHA is meant for "for educational and entertainment purposes," so don't expect to have to prove your gaming skills every time you want to check your bank account. For that, you'll probably still have to click all the images that have stairs or motorcycles, and probably fail a few times as is the case with most CAPTCHAs.
But this CAPTCHA is just as hard, if not harder. The app has tweaked the settings to make it more challenging, by increasing the speed and bumping the difficulty to "Nightmare" level. Still, judging by the buzz it has generated online, it hasn't stopped people from trying to beat the CAPTCHA and prove they're not robots.
You can try the Doom-themed CAPTCHA for yourself by going to https://doom-captcha.vercel.app/. To pass the CAPTCHA on a desktop, use the arrow keys to aim and the spacebar to shoot. Good luck and happy hunting.
GET $30 OFF: As of Jan. 2, get the Apple Pencil Pro for $99 at Walmart and save $30.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Pencil Pro $99.00 at WalmartFor note-taking or digital illustration, the iPad comes alive with the addition of an Apple Pencil Pro. The Apple Pencil Pro brings even more sensitivity to iPad art, adding new motions and controls to a digital pencil that's already designed for perfect precision.
As of Jan. 2, get the Apple Pencil Pro for $99 at Walmart and save $30. If you were gifted a new iPad Pro for the holidays, this is the perfect accessory. This pen is compatible with the iPad Mini A17 Pro, the M4 iPad Pros, and the M2 iPad Airs.
SEE ALSO: Every foldable iPhone and iPad rumor we've heard so farCharging with the same magnetic attachment that connects your Apple Pencil Pro to your iPad, this pencil is ready to go when you pick it up. You'll no longer need to plan for inspiration and charge your pencil in advance.
The Apple Pencil Pro adds new controls, including squeezes and barrel rolls. It also adds haptics. Feel shapes snap into place. On select systems, the pencil will now preview lines when held just off the screen.
Take advantage of Walmart's Apple Pencil Pro deal and get it for $99, saving $30.
The Apple Pencil Pro is the perfect way to control iPad art apps like Procreate, to sign documents with your signature script, or to annotate an assignment for school.
TAKE UP TO 68% OFF: Sporty earbuds from brands like Soundcore and Beats are on sale at Amazon today for up to 68% off.
Best fitness-focused earbud deals at Amazon Best overall deal Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds $49.99 at Amazon (save $30) Get Deal Best fitness earbuds with noise cancellation Amazon Echo Buds $44.99 at Amazon (save $95) Get Deal Best fitness-focused Beats deal Beats Fit Pro $159.99 at Amazon (save $39.96 ) Get DealNow that we're over holiday chaos, you might be thinking about what 2025 will have in store. If fitness goals are on your agenda, using a pair of fitness-focused earbuds can truly make a gym workout, run, or a walk far more enjoyable. Image tuning into your audiobook while running a few miles in the park or listening to your favorite amp-up tunes while going for an extra set of overhead presses at the gym.
If you're looking for a pair of workout-worthy earbuds for 2025, these are some of our favorite options on Amazon that also happen to be on sale.
Best overall deal Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds $49.99 at AmazonFit is always important when it comes to earbuds, but it's especially worth paying attention to when talking about earbuds you'll be wearing when you workout. The Soundcore by Anker Sport X10 earbuds focus on a snug but comfortable fit. The pair typically sells for $79.99 but they're on sale at Amazon today for just $49.99 which also happens to match the lowest price we've seen at Amazon.
The Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds come with a rotating over-the-ear hook that can adjust by 210 degrees, making it easy to find the most comfortable and secure fit. You also get impressive battery life with the Soundcore Sport X10 earbuds which allows you to enjoy up to 32 hours of playtime before you'll need to recharge.
Not only are the earbuds lightweight, the included charging case has a slim design that's easy to carry along in your pocket or gym bag. The case also gives you three full recharges which means you might be able to go weeks before needing to plug the case in.
Best noise-cancelling fitness earbuds Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Echo Buds $44.99 at AmazonNoise cancelling earbud technology is truly one of the best gifts us humans have ever received. Don't love the gym's music? No problem. Hate running with the sound of summer cicadas? Sorted. The Amazon Echo Buds with active noise cancellation are a great idea if you're searching for a workout-worthy pair of earbuds that also have this wonderful tech feature.
With IPX4 sweat resistance and a secure fit, the Buds deserve to join you on your next neighborhood run. The pair comes with four sizes of ear tips and two sizes of wing tips so you're likely to find a great fit. They're also 21% smaller than previous version of the Amazon Echo Buds, making them more convenient to cart along on your next gym session.
The Amazon Echo Buds also come with the convenience of Alexa's help. Ask her to make a call for you on the drive home, add a workout class to your calendar, or set a timer so you'll know when your 90-second plank is over.
The Amazon Echo Buds with noise cancellation usually sell for $139.99 but they're on sale at Amazon today for just $44.99 which means you'll be getting an 68% discount.
Best fitness-focused Beats deal Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Fit Pro $159.99 at AmazonWith the reliability of Beats sound quality, the Beats Fit Pro add in the comfort and great fit that you want out of a sporty pair. The wingtip ensures a snug but comfortable experience so you'll be set for taking these from the gym to the office. The IPX-4 sweat and water resistance rating means the Beats Fit Pro are ready for your spin class or for an outdoor walk in rainy winter weather.
Beats allows you to choose between three listening modes with the Beats Fit Pro: active noise cancelling, transparency mode, and adaptive EQ.
In 2021, Mashable reporter Alex Perry reviewed the Beats Fit Pro saying, "Apple may not put its name directly on any Beats products, but the Beats Fit Pro are so much better than the new AirPods that maybe they should start doing that."
With praise like that, it's worth considering the sale price of $159.99 at Amazon which shaves 20% off the normal price of $199.95.
TL;DR: Jumpstart your tech career with 15 courses on coding, AI, app development, and more with lifetime access for only $34.97.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shutterstock The 2025 Premium Learn to Code Certification Bundle $34.97 at Mashable ShopReady to tackle a new challenge in 2025? Whether you’re dreaming of designing websites, analyzing data, or building cutting-edge AI applications, the 2024 Premium Learn to Code Certification Bundle can be the ticket to the tech world. With 15 courses totaling 213 hours of instruction, you’ll have almost everything you need to launch a successful tech career — all from the comfort of your home.
What’s inside? Let’s start with the fundamentals. You’ll dive into Python, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, Flutter, and more, gaining a strong foundation in programming languages. But this bundle doesn’t stop at the basics. For those looking to explore advanced fields, it covers AI, machine learning, computer vision, and deep learning, which are some of the tools driving tomorrow’s innovations.
Want to build websites? You’ll master web development with Vuex and JavaScript. Interested in app development? Flutter and Dart courses have you covered. And if you're thinking about managing complex data systems as part of your career, SQL and MySQL lessons will sharpen your database skills.
This bundle is about learning and applying. With a focus on real-world applications, you’ll learn to create software, develop websites, analyze data, and even design AI-powered solutions. Whether you’re an aspiring full-stack developer, AI engineer, or data scientist, this bundle opens doors to exciting career opportunities in the ever-growing tech industry.
Don't miss this comprehensive bundle while it's on sale for less than lunch out for two. Get the 2024 Premium Learn to Code Certification Bundle for only $34.97 while you still can.
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SAVE $100: As of Jan. 2, get the Bose SoundLink Max portable speaker for $299, down from its usual price of $399. That's a discount of 25% and its lowest price yet.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bose SoundLink Max $299.00 at AmazonLooking for a great way to share your favorite music or podcasts with your friends and family? Whether you're having a party or you just want to hang with your besties, a portable speaker can set the mood fast. They might sound like an expensive luxury, but that couldn't be further from the truth. There are plenty of affordable options that can make doing all of those things a blast without you having to empty your coffers. And right now, Bose has a speaker that you can bring home for an absolute steal.
As of Jan. 2, you can get the Bose SoundLink Max portable speaker for just $299. That's $100 off its usual price of $399 and a discount of 25%. It's also the lowest price we've seen for this model yet.
This speaker serves up absolutely fantastic sound quality that works well across a myriad of situations. It's durable, dustproof, and waterproof, so you can take it anywhere and use it anytime. Plus, it has 20 hours of battery life, so the party never has to end – as long as you're ready to charge after most of the day is over. Plus, you can link multiple units together for even bigger sound.
This limited-time deal makes the speaker the cheapest we've seen, and if you know sound quality, you know Bose is serious about it. This is one model you won't want to wait for since it's available for the lowest price we've been able to track. If a portable speaker is in your future, you'll want to make it this one while it's still available.
SAVE $150: As of Jan. 2, you can save $150 on the popular Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells, which are basically an entire rack of free weights shrunk down into one set of dumbbells that can easily fit into a small living space.
Opens in a new window Credit: Bowflex Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells $399.00 at AmazonEvery time a new year rolls around, tons of people flock to their nearest commercial gyms to get started on their fitness-related resolutions. Now, whether they follow through on their goals or not is none of our business, but what we do know is that we'd like to avoid those crowds (waiting in line to use a stationary bike is so out). So, instead of spending your money on a gym membership, let's pivot and invest it into a sweet home gym setup.
One of the best pieces of home gym equipment you can get at the start is a pair of adjustable dumbbells, and Bowflex's popular version of these is on sale for a limited time just as 2025 is kicking off — they're $399, down from $549, at Amazon. That's $150 off, which is a great deal considering that they don't see big discounts all that often.
SEE ALSO: Home gym starter kit: Everything you need to work out from homeThe Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells are basically an entire rack of free weights that have been shrunken down into just two dumbbells, with weights ranging from five to 52.5 pounds. To change weights, all you have to do is turn the dial to your preferred setting and pick them up. They're refreshingly simple to use, and the amount of space they'll end up saving you is worth the price of admission alone. Now, pick up a pair while you can still get them on sale, and get ready to bicep curl your way into the new year.
GET TWO FREE E-BOOKS: As of Jan. 2, Amazon is giving away two Amazon First Reads books for Prime members for free; non-Prime members get two for $1.99 each.
Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon / Danielle Prescod / Lee Child / Tamara L. Miller / Megan Chance / Angela Brown / Mallory Pearson Amazon First Reads Prime members get two free e-books. Non-Prime members pay $1.99 for the first two. Get DealJanuary is the season of resolutions. If you scribbled something into your journal promising to read such and such number of books in 2025, then this sale should come as cosmic confirmation bias.
Amazon First Reads is giving away two books for free to Prime members. Those without Prime can still take advantage of the deals: picking up two books for $1.99 each. Nab two new novels now and save, just in time for January blusters and long nights on the couch with your Kindle, swaddled in blankets.
SEE ALSO: The best Kindle for every type of reader — including those on your gift listAmazon First Reads editors picked an exciting lineup of new novels for January across genres. Voice Like A Hyacinth by Mallory Pearson is for the fantasy stans, with a story about five best friends with a supernatural twist. Eleven Numbers is the new thrilling short story from bestselling author Lee Child, pulling readers along through a labyrinth of intriguing plot twists involving a math professor thrust into mystery. There's Something About Mira by Sonali Dev promises a dose of romance as well as a few laughs.
First Reads is free to join. When you do, you'll get a monthly email from Amazon announcing new First Reads picks. Subscribing does not require a purchase.
Whether you opt to join the First Reads program with Prime to take advantage of the free content, or you'd prefer to pay as you go, First Reads deals make fresh new literature accessible. Sign up now to get two free Amazon First Reads books with Prime, or two for $1.99 each without Prime.
TL;DR: Live stream Thompson vs. Dimitrov in the 2025 Brisbane International for free on 9Now. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
The Australian Open is fast approaching, which means the best players in the world will be looking to build some momentum before the first round of Grand Slam games. The Brisbane International provides the perfect opportunity to do just that, with the likes of Djokovic and Dimitrov competing.
Dimitrov won this competition last year, and he's looking to do it all over again. Thompson stands in his way, as both players attempt to make the semi finals.
If you want to watch Thompson vs. Dimitrov in the 2025 Brisbane International for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
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2024 was a huge year for tech, with artificial intelligence fast becoming the most promising tech advancement since, well, perhaps the internet itself. We also saw a ton of incredible new gadgets, laptops, phones, tablets, electric vehicles, and yes, even a few cool new robots.
What we didn't see, however, is a couple of services and products that were promised for 2024, but simply never saw the light of day, or were postponed into 2025 and beyond.
We waited and waited, and now that the year is done and 2025 is most definitely here, it's time to do a recap of the stuff we didn't get this year.
Apple's next-gen CarPlay Erm, 2024 is over, folks. Where are the cars? Credit: AppleThis is perhaps the most straightforward omission. Apple has long been working on the next generation of CarPlay. In the company's own words, it's "the ultimate iPhone experience for the car," as it basically takes over the car's infotainment and instrument cluster and turns it into a "cohesive design experience that is the very best of your car and your iPhone."
While the CarPlay of today is adequate, it still feels oddly disconnected from the rest of the car's user interface. But this new generation of CarPlay sounds like it could bring us as close to the fabled Apple Car as we're ever going to get, given that the company reportedly stopped working on the project after a decade of development.
The problem? The first cars with this new CarPlay were supposed to arrive in 2024, but didn't. It's not just wishful thinking on our part, either: Apple explicitly said so. In fact, the company's CarPlay site still says that the "first models arrive in 2024". Sorry to be a bummer, but 2024 is over, so hopefully the new CarPlay-equipped models will arrive soon. When it does happen, we expect it to be in a Porsche, which has been working to integrate the latest CarPlay functionality into its upcoming models.
Spotify's hi-fi tierSpotify's hi-fi subscription tier is one of the weirdest tech stories in recent years. The company originally announced it in February 2021 (yes, nearly four years ago), and, at the time, it seemed like a logical step up to compete with Amazon, Apple, and Tidal, all of which offered high-fidelity streaming on their music services.
Ah, the sweet sound of Spotify Hi-Fi not launching yet another year after it was promised. Credit: SpotifyFast forward a couple of years, and Spotify launched nothing of the sort, while stubbornly maintaining that something akin to a hi-fi subscription tier is eventually coming (it may, however, be called Spotify Supremium, or something else entirely).
Right now, there's no launch date for the service (well, if you don't count the "later this year" which is what Spotify said in 2021), and the details are still very murky. Last we've heard on the matter was from Spotify CEO Daniel Ek, who said that a "deluxe version of Spotify" with "better sound" is coming, but he wouldn't share when. Well, it certainly won't happen in 2024.
Tesla's cheaper car, Robotaxi, and unsupervised FSDThe fact that we didn't get any of the above in 2024 hardly surprised anyone, given that Tesla CEO publicly said they're all coming in 2025 and beyond. But it's worth revisiting the topic, as the fabled super-affordable Tesla, the self-driving, people-hauling Tesla Robotaxi, and a version of Tesla's full-self driving (FSD) software that can drive the car autonomously, were all promised for 2024 (or earlier) at some point.
For example, Musk said in 2020 that Tesla could launch a $25,000 car by 2023. The idea saw much back and forth over the years, with Musk recently giving up on the idea of a "$25,000 non-robotaxi regular car model," while at the same time promising a "more affordable" Tesla in the first half of 2025.
Per Musk, Tesla Robotaxis were supposed to roam the streets as early as 2020; now the actual Robotaxi (or CyberCab, we're not sure about the name) model has been revealed, and is scheduled to launch in 2026.
Tweet may have been deletedFinally, unsupervised FSD, which should bring newer Teslas to the point at which they can drive themselves without the need of a human driver's intervention, is now scheduled for 2025, even though it was originally promised way, way earlier than that. The last widely available, supervised version of FSD launched very late in 2024, and reports indicate the company may finally be close to nailing it.
TL;DR: Live stream Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons on YouTube TV or Sling TV.
The final week of NFL regular season is here. The Carolina Panthers and Atlanta Falcons will face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The Panthers are 4-12 and have long been eliminated from playoff contention. The Falcons are 8-8 and on the bubble in the NFC.
In order for the Falcons to make the playoffs, they will have to beat the Panthers. But, they would also need the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9-7) to lose their Week 18 game against the New Orleans Saints (5-11). That would allow the Falcons to re-take the top spot in the NFC South, and likely the No. 4-seed in the conference.
When is Panthers vs. Falcons?Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons takes place at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Jan. 5. The two teams will face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
The game will air on CBS, where Ian Eagle is expected to do the play-by-play. Charles Davis is expected to join him in the booth.
How to stream Panthers vs. FalconsWe've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Panthers vs. Falcons:
Most live sport: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get DealCarolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons is available to live stream via YouTube TV or the NFL Sunday Ticket on YouTube TV (not to mention other NFL fixtures).
YouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and the NFL Network.
The NFL Sunday Ticket is an add-on for $209 per year, or four non-cancellable payments of $52.99. Sunday Ticket provides access to all NFL games, including out-of-market games and split-screen viewing.
Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling Sling TV Sports Plan Get DealSling TV offers its Orange & Blue package of 48 channels at $55 per month that would serve your needs for locally available NFL games. Sign up to enjoy a first-month discounted rate of $27.50.
Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
If you're abroad for this fixture, you might need to use a VPN to unblock your favorite streaming service. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the U.S., meaning you can unblock live streams of the NFL from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Panthers vs. Falcons from anywhere in the world by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.
Sign in to your favorite streaming service
Watch Panthers vs. Falcons from anywhere in the world
ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries including the U.S.
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Year Subscription + 3 Months Free) $99.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get DealFrom best pals to colleagues you barely tolerate, it can feel like you're surrounded by people who met their partners on a dating app.
But all that anecdotal evidence we've been collecting over the years since the apps launched, all the friends, acquaintances, and distant cousins who've met the loves of their lives with a swipe — their digital meet cutes might make it feel like the only way to meet your soulmate is online. But, that feeling isn't a fact.
Don't rely on dating app anecdotesAccording to a YouGov survey on How Brits Meet Their Partners published in Sept. 2024, 8 percent of us met our current or most recent significant others on a dating app. Putting that into perspective, that's less than those who met the most common way, through friends (16 percent), and less than those who met through work (14 percent), or in passing while out (12 percent). But that's also more than those who met through university or other higher education (5 percent), or through a shared hobby (4 percent). Even when combined with those who met online, through a site like OkCupid or Match, the percentage of people who met their current or most recent partner digitally rises to 12 percent. Not insignificant, but by no means a landslide.
U.S. think tank the Pew Research Center conducted similar research in their 2023 report involving 6,034 Americans. Only one in 10 adults who were in a committed relationship met their partner on a dating website or on an app, with 30 percent of Americans having tried them at one point or another.
Why does it seem like everyone's met on a dating app?Maybe we just feel like app-based relationships are everywhere because they're still relatively new. Going from zero to, as YouGov has it, 8 percent in the years since dating apps were invented is a big enough jump to make an impression. Or maybe, on some level, it's still surprising enough to be disproportionately memorable when we hear about people who met on an app and are actually happy. Or maybe it's just a small talk thing people have repeated so many times over the years that we've started to believe it. How many times have you said or heard something like: "Oh you met on Hinge? I swear everyone meets on an app these days"?
I was a big fan of dating apps when I was single. I used them to meet people for the majority of my adult life. My mum even met my lovely stepdad on a dating site over 20 years ago, way back when you couldn't add photos to your profile (imagine!) so using the apps felt pretty natural and normal to me when they came around.
Of course, I get why some people hate them for things like gamifying the dating process, encouraging us to judge books by their covers, and facilitating scores of unethical dating trends. But when I was younger, when dating was more of a hobby than a vocation, the benefits of chatting with lots of hot people while bypassing the doubt and anxiety of approaching them in real life were too huge for me to ignore. I even ended up meeting the man who'd become my husband on an app.
So yes, they can lead to something serious. Just not as often as we've led ourselves to believe. And these misplaced high expectations are making the dating scene feel even more hellish.
Hope Flynn, relationship expert and founder of female self-empowerment community So What calls dating apps "a mixed bag," adding: "I know plenty of people that have found real long-lasting relationships and even marriages through apps. But let's be real, they can get frustrating. There's lots of ghosting, trying to figure out if someone is genuine or not, and tonnes of conversations that just end up falling flat and going nowhere."
Integrative counsellor Amy Sutton, who focuses on her clients' relationships, trauma, and self-confidence, goes a little further, calling the apps a "double-edged sword" and an "emotional rollercoaster" that some of us might enjoy while others just want to get off it. Sutton, a Counselling Directory member, adds that their efficacy depends on how each user defines success. If you just want some casual hookups, the apps can be a gold mine. And if you're looking for The One, you never know, you could get lucky.
"But for others," she tells me, "the process can be frustrating, disheartening, and even traumatising. I’ve worked with clients who have experienced severe anxiety and low mood as a result of repeated experiences such as ghosting, breadcrumbing, and other dating app-associated trends."
And if you've put all your eggs in the dating app basket only to find it's not working out the way you expected, it can suck away your hope for the future. In its place, Flynn says, you'll find exhaustion, pessimism, and self-doubt. Not exactly the best frame of mind for finding love, or for your mental health in general.
Sutton says her clients are often left feeling "invisible" or "unlovable" after a string of app letdowns. They wonder whether there's something wrong with them for not being able to get them to work the way they seem to for other people. This leaves them feeling hopeless about the prospect of finding love anywhere.
"Dating fatigue leaves people so disillusioned by the process that they either avoid dating altogether or engage half-heartedly," she adds, "which perpetuates this sense of burnout. It can make them start to believe that they are simply destined to be alone. It can also lead to objectification of others — we stop seeing that there are real humans behind the profiles and start 'shopping' for matches like we would a new pair of shoes. Our ability to form meaningful connections that blossom over time is eroded."
Using dating apps as one 'string to your dating bow'If you want to keep using dating apps but also keep this damaging snowball effect from rolling, Flynn recommends seeing the apps more as a string to your dating bow, rather than your one and only hope of meeting someone. Try to put yourself out there in real life too.
To do that, Flynn suggests working to make yourself more approachable and trying to be a bit more brave, even if you're feeling shy. "Keeping a friendly and positive vibe no matter where you are can really make a difference to how people respond to you," she adds. IRL dating events have boomed this year — likely because other people are sick of the apps, too — so look for any in your area with social media or sites like Eventbrite.
Sutton has similar advice, saying: "Remain open and curious. Approach life with an open mind and you can start building your confidence to connect with others at all levels — be they acquaintances, friends, or potential partners. Whether it's accepting an invitation to an event you might otherwise have said 'no' to or striking up a conversation in the local coffee shop, being open to connection in the moment without the pressure of expectation projects a confidence and charisma that can be very attractive."
And don't feel like you have to stay on the apps at all if you don't like using them.
"These platforms are a tool," Sutton points out, "not a magic solution. The swipe-based, algorithm-driven approach to love often reduces human connection to something transactional. Remember, real love is about building intimacy, trust, and connection. Things that take time, patience, and often a bit of luck."
TL;DR: Live stream Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.
The Portland Trail Blazers head to crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles in a Western conference matchup. The Trail Blazers are 11-21, which lands them in 13th place in the west. The Lakers are faring a bit better, with an 18-14 record, which lands them in seventh place.
The Trail Blazers have lost three of their last five games and are coming off a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. The Lakers are moving up a bit, winning three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
When is Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers?Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA starts at 10:30 p.m. ET on Jan. 2. This game takes place at crypto.com Arena in L.A.
How to watch Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles LakersYou need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Trail Blazers vs. Lakers basketball game.
Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get DealFuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period.
FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get DealYouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.
Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get DealSling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.
Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
How to watch Trail Blazers vs. Lakers from anywhere in the worldIf you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.
Sign in to your favorite streaming app
Watch Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.
The Philadelphia 76ers head to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Warriors in a non-conference matchup. The 76ers are 13-17, which puts them in 11th place in the Eastern Conference. The Warriors are 16-16, which puts them in 10th place in the Western Conference.
The 76ers have won four straight games, including a win over the Boston Celtics, one of the best teams in the NBA. The Warriors have lost four of their last five games, and are coming off a loss to the league-best Cleveland Cavaliers.
When is Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors?Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA starts at 10 p.m. ET on Jan. 2. This game takes place at Chase Center in San Francisco, California.
This game will air on TNT.
How to watch Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State WarriorsYou need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the 76ers vs. Warriors basketball game.
Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get DealFuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period.
FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get DealYouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.
Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get DealSling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.
Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
How to watch 76ers vs. Warriors from anywhere in the worldIf you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.
Sign in to your favorite streaming app
Watch Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream Philadelphia 76ers vs. Golden State Warriors in the NBA with ExpressVPN.
TL;DR: Live stream Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA with FuboTV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.
The Los Angeles Clippers head to the Paycom Center to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in a Western Conference matchup. The Clippers are 19-14, which puts them in sixth place in conference standings. The Thunder are 27-5, in first place in the west, but the team also has the second best record in all of the NBA.
The Clippers have won three of their last five games, but are coming off a loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Thunder have won seven consecutive games.
When is Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder?Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA starts at 8 p.m. ET on Jan. 2. This game takes place at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
How to watch Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City ThunderYou need to choose a streaming service to watch the NBA without cable or satellite TV. We've found some of the best streaming services to consider for the Celtics vs. Timberwolves basketball game.
Best for single game: FuboTV Opens in a new window Credit: Fubo TV FuboTV Pro plan Get DealFuboTV offers you more than 250 channels of live TV and the option to watch on 10 screens at once. You can try FuboTV with a seven-day free trial period.
FuboTV’s sports channel offerings include ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, FOX, FS1, FS2, Golf Network, Marquee Sports Network, Monumental Sports, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
Most live sports: YouTube TV Opens in a new window Credit: YouTube TV YouTube TV $49.99/month for your first two months (save $46) Get DealYouTube TV's base plan is $49.99 per month for two months for new subscribers ($72.99 per month regularly). The base plan includes over 100 live TV channels, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and NBA TV.
Most affordable: Sling TV Opens in a new window Credit: Sling TV Sling Orange Plan Get DealSling TV suggests the streamer's Orange Plan for the game, which costs $20 for the first month and $40 monthly after that.
Sling TV’s sports channels feature ABC, ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNews, ESPNU, FOX, FS1, FS2, NBA TV, NBC, NFL Network, and SEC Network.
How to watch Clippers vs. Thunder from anywhere in the worldIf you're traveling outside of the U.S. during this game, you might need to use a VPN to unblock this live stream. VPNs can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server, meaning you can unblock live streams of the NBA from anywhere in the world.
Live stream Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder for free by following these simple steps:
Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)
Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)
Open up the app and connect to a server in the U.S.
Sign in to your favorite streaming app
Watch Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder from anywhere in the world
The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to live streams of the NBA without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to live stream Boston Celtics vs. Minnesota Timberwolves before recovering your investment.
What is the best VPN for the NBA?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:
Servers in 105 countries
Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure
Fast connection speeds free from throttling
Up to eight simultaneous connections
30-day money-back guarantee
A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.
Live stream Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA with ExpressVPN.
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 MashableHere are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Thursday, January 2, 2025:
AcrossWindy blastThe answer is Gust.
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The answer is Roman.
The answer is Crest.
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