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Ronan Farrows simple tips for keeping spyware off your phone

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 12:21

Investigative journalist Ronan Farrow has one tip for those worried about their devices being hacked: Turn your phone off more often.

Appearing on the Daily Show a week after the release of his new documentary feature, Surveilled, Farrow argued that the general public should be "freaking out" more about the insidious use of government sanctioned surveillance technology on citizen's personal devices. And, as part of that awareness, more of us should be safeguarding our tech.

"Restart your phone everyday," he advises Daily Show correspondent Desi Lydic and the show's viewers. "That's one practical piece of advice. A lot of forms of this kind of spyware will be foiled by a reboot... Keep everything updated, is the other thing."

Farrow's personal and professional dive into government-led tech surveillance is documented in the hour-long HBO Max exposé, a visual tour through the journalist's 2022 New Yorker investigation uncovering a web of governments using the internationally-traded spyware Pegasus.

In the feature, Farrow narrows in on the work of Catalonian activists and their families, friends, and coworkers targeted by the Israeli-owned NSO Group. Farrow and his sources explain how they were able to discover and trace back their hacked devices—some journalists and activists got around the invasions using DIY aluminum foil Faraday cages. The documentary, through interviews with the tech's anonymous buyers and sellers, as well as government officials themselves, makes the case that no one is safe from Big Brother's eyes.

"I keep getting told, by experts in this technology, that if our government doesn't curtail the use of thisand there's a lot of skepticism that the incoming administration will—you won't know if you're on some target list," Farrow told Lydic. "You won't know if your phone is being hacked or how that data is being used. It's easy to see this as a distant issue... but it can come for anyone."

Amy Adams on how she transformed into a dog in Nightbitch

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 12:00

Amy Adams goes through an incredible physical and emotional transformation in Nightbitch. She and filmmaker, Marielle Heller, reveal how they approached Amy's character in making the film.

Nightbitch is in theaters Dec 6.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Steps Down Amid Chipmaker’s Struggles

NYT Technology - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 11:46

Pat Gelsinger stepped down after nearly four years at the helm of the company, Intel said Monday.

The Book of the Month Cyber Monday coupon code you dont want to miss

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 11:22

SAVE $30: Book of the Month (BOTM) is running a Cyber Monday sale, saving you up to $30 on memberships with a coupon code. Plus, members get a free bonus book in their next box. See codes below.

Opens in a new window Credit: Book of the Month 12-Book BOTM Membership $169.99 at Book of the Month
$199.99 Save $30.00 Get Deal

If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift this holiday season, Book of the Month (BOTM) might be able to help.

BOTM is hosting a Cyber Monday sale where you can get a six-book membership for $89.99 (save $10) with the code MITTENS10 or a 12-book membership for $169.99 (save $30) with the code MITTENS30. Bonus deal: If you’re a current BOTM member, you’ll also get a free book in your next box as a nice little “thank you” for your continued support.

SEE ALSO: The best Cyber Monday book deals

You can give BOTM as a gift in a few ways. You can buy the membership and have an email sent to the recipient, choose a fancy gift card they'll get by mail, or make a printable card to give them yourself.

If this is the first time you’ve heard about BOTM, let me fill you in. Book of the Month is a monthly book subscription service that's been around since 1926. (I’ve been a subscriber since 2021 and am a BFF Status member.) You can choose to pay monthly or annually, depending on your budget, and sign up for three-, six-, or 12-month memberships. There’s also no fee to pause your subscription, and you can cancel anytime.

Each month, you’ll get to choose one of five new book selections hand-picked by a team of experts. If you prefer audiobooks, you can also add an audiobook subscription. (The best subscription plan for this is the “2 credits per month” plan for $14.99 per credit.)

The longer you’re a member, the more perks you’ll get. For instance, my BFF Status got me a BOTM tote bag, a free birthday book, and one Book of the Year finalist for free. Plus, the books themselves are much cheaper than the retail price. The BOTM app gives you access to the Virtual Book Tour, which includes bookish discussions and author chats.

With the holidays around the corner, a BOTM subscription would make a great gift for the reader in your life, especially with this Cyber Monday sale.

The Moana 2 directors reveal the meaning of the "never-ending chain"

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 10:28

Moana has introduced many of us to the idea of the "never-ending chain." The directors of Moana 2 break it down for us and explain how that idea is explored in the hit Disney films.

Moana 2 is now in theaters.

The best Cyber Monday Dyson deal is at Walmart. Last chance to save $200 on the Dyson V7 cordless vacuum.

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 09:44

SAVE $350: As of Dec. 2, the Dyson V7 cordless vacuum is on sale for $199.99 in the Walmart Cyber Monday sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson V7 Cordless Vacuum $199.99 at Walmart
$399.99 Save $200.00 Get Deal

The key to making the most out of Cyber Monday is finding bonus discounts on already discounted products. The Dyson V7 cordless vacuum is one such product, down by an extra $50 for Cyber Monday.

As of Dec. 2, the Dyson V7 cordless vacuum is on sale for $199.99 in the Walmart Cyber Monday sale. This deal won't stick around for long, so if you've been patiently waiting for the best price, we suggest taking advantage of this bonus discount. This price is better than Amazon, Best Buy, and every other leading retailer over Cyber Monday.

This vacuum offers powerful suction with a lightweight design for quick cleaning without the cord. You get up to 40 minutes of run time, giving you enough of an opportunity to handle even the most stubborn of messes without delay. This vacuum also deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes to clear long hair and pet fluff.

Walmart, Best Buy, and Target are going hard over Cyber Monday, so check out our breakdowns for each to learn more. Good luck securing the last deals of the day. We believe in you.

Jaguars new branding was controversial. Wait till you see the new Jaguar concept car

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 09:37

Jaguar, the car company equivalent of a three piece suit, seems determined to ruffle some feathers. A few days ago, Jaguar revealed a new, "fearless" and "exuberant" visual identity that seems to have divided the brand's fans into those who hate it and those who...well, we've seen a few positive takes, we just can't find them right now.

Now, hours ahead of the official unveiling at Miami Art Week, the company's new concept car has leaked, and we bet it's going to be equally divisive.

Well, at least it has a steering wheel of sorts. Credit: Coche Spias

The concept car, leaked at Coche Spias, is called the Design Vision Concept, and it's far more pink than any Jaguar we've seen. It also appears to be incredibly unfinished, with a very sparse interior and an exterior that somehow seems to lack polygons (yes, Tesla's Cybertruck and it's low-resolution look does come to mind).

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Things that stand out are the gargantuan grilles, both on front and back, super-slim headlights, wheels that would fit a semi, and the complete lack of a rear window.

Jaguar previously teased a few details from the Design Vision Concept, but now we get to see the car in full, and from all sides.

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Check out the full gallery over at Coche Spias, and make sure you scroll down to see the rest of the pics.

Jaguar actually has a new, electric production car in the works, and it does look a tiny bit like the Vision Concept, but we can't shake the feeling that the Jaguar of new is (currently) primarily interested in generating heated discussions on car forums.

The Black Friday deal on this massive 85-inch TCL TV was good. The Cyber Monday deal is even better.

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 09:31

SAVE $350: As of Dec. 2, the TCL 85-inch Class S5-Series 4K TV is on sale for $649.99 in the Best Buy Cyber Monday sale.

Opens in a new window Credit: TCL TCL 85-inch Class S5-Series 4K TV $649.99 at Best Buy
$999.99 Save $350.00 Get Deal

The TCL 85-inch Class S5-Series 4K TV was already on sale for $699.99 in the Best Buy Black Friday sale. We were shouting about it as one of the best deals of the shopping event, but we spoke too soon.

As of Dec. 2, the TCL 85-inch Class S5-Series 4K TV is on sale for $649.99 in the Best Buy Cyber Monday sale. The bonus $50 discount brings the total savings to $350. We can't see this deal sticking around after Cyber Monday, so act fast to secure this low price. You've been warned.

This TCL S5 S-Class Smart TV offera stunning 4K HDR picture quality with four times the resolution of Full HD for enhanced clarity and detail, all wrapped together in an elegant edge-to-edge FullView 360 metal bezel-less design blending seamlessly into any home. HDR PRO+ delivers bright and accurate colors for a lifelike viewing experience.

Walmart, Best Buy, and Target are going hard over Cyber Monday, so check out our breakdowns for each to learn more. Good luck securing the last deals of the day.

Dont miss Verizons Cyber Monday sale — shop iPhones, smartwatches, and more

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 09:16

Best Cyber Monday deals at Verizon Best iPhone deal Apple iPhone 16 Pro (128 GB) $0.00/mo (save $999.99) Get Deal Best phone case deal Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe for iPhone 16 Pro $34.99 (save $15 ) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $249.99 (save $50) Get Deal

Black Friday has come and gone, but there’s still time to save big on tech gadgets and goodies this holiday season. Verizon's Cyber Monday sale is in full swing, offering deep discounts on a wide range of products, from the iPhone 16 Pro to the Samsung Galaxy S24+. We also found deals on speakers, earbuds, and mobile accessories — a pleasant surprise from a wireless carrier.m

Whether you’re a current Verizon customer or looking to switch carriers, there’s something for everyone in this year's Cyber Monday lineup. Here are our top picks from the Verizon Cyber Monday sale:

Best iPhone deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPhone 16 Pro Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

If you haven’t upgraded your iPhone yet, Verizon is offering an incredible deal on the iPhone 16 Pro — you can get the device for free with an eligible trade-in and a select unlimited plan. That’s a $999.99 value at no extra cost, saving you hundreds of dollars. The iPhone 16 Pro is a Mashable Choice award winner thanks to its above-average features, like the ability to play 4K video at 120Hz, impressive performance (with an A18 Pro chip), and extra-long battery life. Bonus: If you’re a new customer, you’ll also get a $300 gift card with your iPhone purchase (online only).

Best phone case deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe for iPhone 16 Pro $34.99 at Verizon
$49.99 Save $15.00 Get Deal Why we like it

Verizon is also offering deals on mobile accessories, like the Apple Silicone Case with MagSafe for the iPhone 16 Pro. It’s 30% off the regular price, now just $34.99. This lightweight case works with Camera Control, has built-in magnets to work with MagSafe, and is made from soft silicone for a comfortable grip. It’s available in multiple colors, including denim, lake green, stone gray, and black. If you need an accessories bundle, you can score a ZAGG Crystal Palace case, ZAGG Invisible Glass, Belkin BoostCharge 1M Cable, and Belkin BoostCharge 20W Wall Charger for just $100 when you buy a new phone.

Best earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $249.99 at Verizon
$299.99 Save $50.00 Get Deal Why we like it

Check out our full review of the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds.

Verizon isn’t skimping on deals this Cyber Monday. The brand’s also offering 17% off the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, bringing the price down to $249.99. These premium buds are a Mashable favorite for their open-ear design, comfortable fit, and “shockingly good” sound quality. According to Mashable’s RJ Andersen, they’re worth the splurge, “especially if you’re looking for a comfortable earbud that gives you the flexibility to listen to music and stay aware of the world around you.”

More deals from Verizon's Cyber Monday sale

Get an Xbox Series S with select Verizon Home Internet plans (save $299.99)
Get Netflix & Max for your first 12 months with select Verizon Home Internet plans (save $203/year)
Speck Gemtones Infinity Max Speaker — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30)
JBL Partybox — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

I tried an AI Death Clock app to predict the date Ill die

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 08:33

AI may have its detractors, but never let it be said that the technology isn't at least helping us predict our own demise.

Death Clock is a fun (!) AI app from San Francisco developer Brent Franson, founder of habit tracker Most Days, which broadly analyses health and behaviour to make a guess at a) the exact date of your death, and b) what's most likely to finally do you in.

"Death Clock AI analyzes your life choices to determine when you will die, and how you can improve your habits to live even longer," reads the site. (The prediction bit is free, but if you want to unlock the ways you can supposedly lengthen your mortal years, you have to stump up for the $79.98 annual subscription.)

Needless to say, curiosity got the better of me. Would I live to the ripe old age of 90, or be mown down in my prime? I had to know!

Less of a horror movie situation involving cursed countdowns induced by malevolent spirits, the app itself is basically a series of health-related questions, ranging from age and lifestyle to eating and drinking habits.

I may have lied a little about my processed food intake. Credit: Death Clock

Once you've completed the questionnaire, you're greeted with a cheery series of grim reaper-illustrated tiles telling you the exact date you're going to die, and the things most likely to kill you. I got cardiovascular disease as my number one!

I pixelated the specifics because I'm superstitious. Credit: Death Clock

So, how accurate is this thing?

On the one hand, the company claims the AI model draws on stats from over 1,200 studies, including those carried out by universities like Stanford, Berkeley, and UCLA. On the other hand, the questionnaire feels a touch narrow. Although I was asked about the average age of my grandparents, for instance, I wasn't asked many details about family health in general. The app also didn't ask about my daily travel habits, or whether or not I have any particularly risky hobbies.

Ultimately, it said I'd die at 83, but with some tweaking — and that's where the annual fee comes in — I could draw things out until I hit 96. Rather than a harbinger of doom, it's probably better to view the app (at least the paid version) as a way of tweaking your daily habits to maximise your own health and longevity.

Get $20 in free credit with the best Cyber Monday Audible deal

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 08:14

TL;DR: Until Dec. 2, a three-month subscription to Audible is on sale for $0.99 per month. This Cyber Monday deal includes a free $20 Audible voucher.

Opens in a new window Credit: Audible Audible Cyber Monday Deal Get Deal

What can you really rely on over Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Deals on Amazon's range of services, that's what. You know without doubt that you're going to get impressive offers on the likes of Amazon Music Unlimited, Kindle Unlimited, and of course, Audible.

We're not picking favorites, but the Cyber Monday deal on Audible is tough to beat. Until Dec. 2, a three-month subscription to Audible is on sale for $0.99 per month. This Cyber Monday deal includes a free $20 Audible voucher to spend on whatever you like.

After the three-month promotional period, your subscription will automatically renew at $14.95 per month. You can cancel this at anytime though, so there is no pressure to pay anything more than the Cyber Monday deal price. If you know you won't want to continue, we recommend opting out of the automatic renewal sooner rather than later.

Save over 90% on a three-month subscription to Audible this Cyber Monday.

Spotify Wrapped 2024: When it comes out, how to view yours

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 07:37

Spotify users look forward to their Wrapped all year long. And for those who can hardly wait, don't fret: Spotify Wrapped 2024 is nearly here.

What is Spotify Wrapped?

Started in 2016, Spotify Wrapped is exactly what it sounds like: your year in Spotify, neatly wrapped up in a colorful — and uniquely shareable — interactive experience.

Spotify combs through your data and tells you your top artists, songs, albums, and more. For instance, you might find out you were in the Top 1 percent of Selena Gomez listeners. Spotify also creates a playlist of your Top 100 songs of the year.

SEE ALSO: Everything you need to know about Spotify Wrapped 2024 Tweet may have been deleted When will Spotify Wrapped be released in 2024?

The short answer: The exact date is a surprise. Spotify has never confirmed it, and let's face it — they probably never will. But we do know Spotify Wrapped will likely arrive quite soon.

It'll certainly come out the week after Thanksgiving. In 2023, it came out the Wednesday after Thanksgiving. So keep that in mind.

Tweet may have been deleted How to view your Spotify Wrapped

It's pretty simple to look at your Wrapped once it is released. All you have to do is open the app on your phone and click on the correct "Wrapped" icon. Typically speaking, it'll be a little button across a hard-to-miss banner. You can also go to the Wrapped section of the Spotify website.

And, of course, once you do view your Wrapped there's only one thing to do: share it with the internet, as has become obligatory.

This is your last chance to pick up the Apple AirPods Pro 2 for under $160

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 07:15

SAVE $95: Apple AirPods Pro 2 are on sale for $154 in the Amazon Cyber Monday sale. This is your last chance to save $95 on list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $154.00 at Amazon
$249.00 Save $95.00 Get Deal

We don't want to cause alarm, but Cyber Monday ends on Dec. 2. And that means some of the best deals that have been available for the last few weeks will cease to exist. We really don't want you to panic, but this is your last chance to save on a number of top products including Apple AirPods Pro 2.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 are on sale for $154 in the Amazon Cyber Monday sale. This is your last chance to save $95 on list price. You've been warned.

These popular earbuds obviously look great, but the sounds delivers as well. The Apple-designed H2 chip helps to create deeply immersive sound. The low-distortion, custom-built driver delivers crisp, clear high notes and full, rich bass in stunning definition. You've got to hear them to believe them.

Apple AirPods Pro 2 also come with active noise cancellation and a transparency mode to eliminate distractions, while amplifying important environmental sounds to make sure you're aware of what’s going on around you. With the charging case, AirPods Pro 2 can extend their charge from six to 30 hours.

Don't miss the last chance to get the AirPods Pro 2 for under $160.

Moana 2 smashed Thanksgiving box office records

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 07:03

Moana 2 just smashed a Thanksgiving box office record, answering an eight-year-old question of how far the Disney favourite will go.

The sequel to 2016's Moana picked up a whopping $221 million domestic over the five days of the holiday (Wednesday to Sunday), which trounces the records set by fellow sequels Frozen 2 ($125 million) and Hunger Games: Catching Fire ($109 million).

There's a lot of records smashed here, as The Hollywood Reporter has neatly chronicled— it's the best opening result for a Disney film at the box office ever, a record previously held by Frozen 2 in 2019. It's also reportedly the biggest takings for a film on the day of Thanksgiving; Moana 2 took home $28 million on the day while Frozen 2 made $15 million.

Featured Video For You The music of ‘Moana 2’: Auliʻi Cravalho goes ‘Beyond’

In addition, Moana 2 is now the top box office five-day debut ever, surpassing last year's The Super Mario Bros. Movie which made $205.6 million in the same amount of time (it's still the highest grossing movie adapted from a video game ever).

Audiences appear to love the return to the island of Motunui, with Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson returning for the much awaited sequel. Rotten Tomatoes shows critics didn't love Moana 2, with a 65 percent Tomatometer score; Mashable's Belen Edwards described the film in her review as "almost as great as the original, except for one big thing." But audiences have the film at an 85 percent approval rating — and they're really showing up at the cinema.

Moana 2's global takings are sitting at $386 million after its opening weekend; Frozen 2 made a total of $1.4 billion globally by the end of its run. The big, thematically-charged question is, can it go beyond its fellow Disney sequel?

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are at their lowest-ever price for Cyber Monday

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 06:51

SAVE OVER $100: As of Dec. 2, Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are discounted to $298 in Amazon's Cyber Monday sale. That's 25% off their list price of $399.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones $298.00 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $101.99 Get Deal

Cyber Monday marks your last chance to score massive savings ahead of the holidays. If you've been wanting to pick up some new headphones, whether for yourself or to gift a friend or family member, you can still save big on Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones, a noise-canceling set we highly recommend picking up for Black Friday or Cyber Monday.

Sony's WH-1000XM5s are currently down to just $298. This is 25% off their original list price of $399.99 and even marks their lowest-ever price, per price tracker camelcamelcamel. All colors are on sale, so you can choose between black, midnight blue, silver, or smoky pink.

These headphones made our list of the best noise-canceling headphones we recommend picking up during Black Friday or Cyber Monday. We had very high praise for them in our review as well, with Mashable's Miller Kern saying, "As someone who primarily listens to music through AirPods Pro, the noise cancellation on the Sony headphones is a game-changer. I found myself reaching for these headphones over my AirPods and Sennheiser PXC 550-IIs."

A deal like this one won't stick around beyond Cyber Monday, so if they've caught your eye, pick up the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones on sale for $298.

There are plenty more deals to check out right now as well. In our roundup of the best Cyber Monday deals, we highlight even more discounts on everything from Apple products to TVs to more headphones deals.

The Xbox Series X and College Football 25 bundle is available for under $600 on Walmart

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 06:28

TL;DR: As of Dec 2, the Xbox Series X 1TB and College Football 25 bundle is available to purchase for $559.99 on Walmart.

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Football season just got a lot better with this Walmart bundle: The Xbox Series X 1TB paired with College Football 25 Standard Edition is now available for $559.99. While the price hasn't dropped, this bundle is a touchdown for gamers and football fans looking to get in the game for a decent Cyber Monday price.

The Xbox Series X sports a super-fast SSD, reducing load times, so you can spend less time waiting and more time scoring touchdowns. The custom RDNA 2 GPU enables 4K gameplay at 60fps, with support for up to 120fps in compatible titles, giving you stunning visuals and buttery-smooth performance.

This is a score for grabbing a solid entertainment hub, too. The built-in 4K Blu-ray player, Dolby Atmos, and Dolby Vision support make this console a bit of tech you'll have on for more than just gaming. Stream your favorite shows, enjoy a cinematic movie night, or let the immersive sound immediately drag you into the action.

If you're nostalgic for older games, the Xbox Series X delivers with backward compatibility spanning three generations of Xbox titles. That means classics from the 360 era or your Xbox One library. Series X has you covered with Smart Delivery that switches between console generations, and is seamless. There's no need to repurchase games you already own here.

College Football 25 Standard Edition is also a perfect choice for sports fans. Rebuild your favorite team in Dynasty Mode, relive the glory days, or take on rivals in fast-paced, visually stunning matches. While it may not reinvent the wheel off the field, it nails the on-field gameplay, making it a must-play.

At $559.99, this bundle combines current-gen gaming with the ultimate sports experience. Upgrading your console, adding to your collection, or gifting the ultimate football fan? This Cyber Monday offer is too good to pass up.

This is your last chance to save big on a 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV for Cyber Monday

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 06:20

SAVE $700: As of Dec. 2, the 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV is on sale for $1,299.99 at Best Buy. This is $700 off its list price of $1,999.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV $1,299.99 at Best Buy
$1,999.99 Save $700.00 Get Deal

We're in the final moments of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale. If you've been hoping to pick up a brand-new TV, you're in luck. Quite a few top retailers still have sales on some of their biggest and best models, including the fancy Samsung The Frame TV.

The 65-inch model of Samsung's The Frame TV is currently on sale for $1,299.99 at Best Buy. This is $700 off its hefty original price tag of $1,999.99. It's an excellent amount of savings that won't stick around for long, as many Cyber Monday sales only last through the day. So if you've had your eye on this model, this is a great time to scoop it up.

The Frame is a 4K QLED TV that boasts stunning picture quality for all of your movie nights or TV show marathons, but it's mainly known for its art mode. This allows the TV to double as an art piece in your living space. It features some fantastic pieces as well and now even includes art from the likes of Vincent van Gogh, Henri Rousseau, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Frida Kahlo thanks to New York's Museum of Modern Art. And for gamers, by purchasing this TV you'll also get one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for free, which is a great bonus.

Don't miss out on this excellent deal on Samsung's 65-inch The Frame TV for Cyber Monday.

If you want to check out even more TV deals, it's worth having a look at our roundup of the best Cyber Monday TV deals at Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon. Alongside Samsung's The Frame, we've listed even more of the best deals for various TV sizes so you can find the best pick for your home ahead of the holidays.

Best Cyber Monday gaming deal: Last chance to save $200 on the ASUS ROG Ally.

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 05:55

Save $200: As of Dec. 2, ASUS ROG Ally 512GB is $499.99 at Best Buy (was $649.99) for Cyber Monday. Best Buy Plus members save an extra $50.

Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS ROG Ally $449.99 at Best Buy
$649.99 Save $200.00 Get Deal

It's official: Cyber Monday just smashed Black Friday. ASUS ROG Ally 512GB for just $499.99 at Best Buy. That's a $150 discount off its usual price of $649.99. But if you're a My Best Buy Plus member, the savings get even sweeter with an extra $50 off, bringing the price down to $449.99.

This handheld gaming beast has been turning heads for a reason. The ROG Ally features a 7-inch FHD 120Hz touchscreen powered by the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor and AMD Radeon RDNA 3 graphics. It delivers up to 1080p visuals with enough power to play most games at 720p and above.

With 512GB SSD storage and 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, buyers can expect fast load times and plenty of room for games. There's also a micro SD socket to expand this, or you can buy a micro M.2 drive and upgrade the internal SSD yourself. If you're going the MicroSD route, we recommend a USB-C splitter with a 65W charging USB-C slot to keep your Micro SD card cool instead. No handheld PC is perfect!

The ROG Ally also includes Dolby Atmos surround sound and loads of connectivity options. There's USB-C, WiFi, Bluetooth, and even an ASUS proprietary port to hook up an external graphics card for even better performance.

This Cyber Monday deal beats its Black Friday counterpart thanks to the additional $50 discount for My Best Buy Plus members. Membership pays for itself with this deal alone, so take advantage of this opportunity to upgrade your gaming setup. And even if you don't have a Best Buy Plus membership, there's no harm in asking friends and family to pick one up with them.

Mini crossword answers for December 2

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 05:47

The Daily Mini Crossword is one of the many popular daily word games available on Mashable. Powered by Arkadium, the mini crossword offers a speed round of puzzle fun with clues that are sure to challenge experienced crossword enthusiasts.

But there's no need to let the challenge get in the way of your enjoyment! If moments are turning to minutes after getting stuck on a clue, find the answers you need to progress right here.

And when you're done, check out the many other word games you can play on Mashable, including a full-size crossword.

Also, if you get stuck on any other daily word games, such as Wordle, Connections, or Strands — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to Daily Mini Crossword for Monday, December 2, 2024:

AcrossRevolver inventor

The answer is Colt.

The catch

The answer is Caveat.

Jumpy

The answer is OnEdge.

Profit portion

The answer is Margin.

Passionate

The answer is Ardent.

Long ago

The answer is Yore.

DownTweety

The answer is Canary.

Exceed the limits

The answer is Overdo.

Accounting book

The answer is Ledger.

Moroccan stew

The answer is Tagine.

Out cold

The answer is Coma.

It may be pitched

The answer is Tent.

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

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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.

The Apple MacBook Air has dropped to its lowest-ever price for Cyber Monday. This is your last chance to save $300.

Mashable - Mon, 12/02/2024 - 05:47

SAVE $300: The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) is on sale for $899 in the Amazon Cyber Monday sale. That's the lowest-ever price on Amazon.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $899.00 at Amazon
$1,199.00 Save $300.00 Get Deal

The question is always whether Cyber Monday deals can compete with Black Friday. Some deals will go live on Black Friday and then vanish. Other deals will only launch on Cyber Monday. But sometimes, an impressive Black Friday deal will get even better on Cyber Monday.

That's the case with the Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD). This legendary machine is down to $899 in the Amazon Cyber Monday sale. This deal saves you $300 on list price, dropping to its lowest-ever price on Amazon.

This super portable MacBook Air weighs just 2.7 pounds, making it the perfect option for the commute or traveling. And it can handle anything you throw at it, with a next-generation 8-core CPU, up to 10-core GPU, and up to 24GB of unified memory. And it's built for Apple Intelligence, that helps you write, express yourself, and get things done effortlessly.

The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display features over 500 nits of brightness, P3 wide color, and support for 1 billion colors for vibrant images and incredible detail. It's a MacBook, so of course it looks great.

Bag the best Cyber Monday deal on the Apple MacBook Air before time runs out.