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If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.
There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.
An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.
If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.
SEE ALSO: Hurdle: Everything you need to know to find the answers Hurdle Word 1 hintA front porch.
SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answerSTOOP
Hurdle Word 2 hintA small parcel.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 21, 2026 Hurdle Word 2 AnswerGRAIN
Hurdle Word 3 hintA pitted appetizer.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 21 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 21, 2026 Hurdle Word 3 answerOLIVE
Hurdle Word 4 hintBrighter.
Hurdle Word 4 answerBLUER
Final Hurdle hintAn inkling.
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Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.
Released in August 2025, the 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 onto 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 PipsIf you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity for 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.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 21, 2026The 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 January 21, 2026 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 21 PipsNumber (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 5-4, placed horizontally.
Greater Than (7): Everything in this space must be greater than 7. The answer is 5-4, placed horizontally; 2-3, placed horizontally.
Equal (2): Everything in this red space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-3, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.
Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 2-1, placed vertically.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically.
Medium difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 21 PipsNumber (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically; 4-3, placed horizontally.
Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 0-6, placed horizontally; 0-1, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 4. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 4-3, placed horizontally.
Number (10): Everything in this purple space must add up to 10. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 6-5, placed vertically.
Equal (2): Everything in this red space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally; 2-2, placed vertically; 2-3, placed horizontally.
Greater Than (3): Everything in this space must be greater than 3. The answer is 6-5, placed vertically; 2-3, placed horizontally.
Hard difficulty hints, answers for Jan. 21 PipsNumber (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally.
Equal (2): Everything in this red space must be equal to 2. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.
Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 2-1, placed vertically; 0-4, placed horizontally.
Equal (0): Everything in this red space must be equal to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically; 0-4, placed horizontally.
Number (3): Everything in this space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-0, played vertically.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 3-5, placed vertically.
Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add up to 4. The answer is 3-5, placed vertically; 0-1, placed vertically.
Number (0): Everything in this space must add up to 0. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically.
Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically; 6-5, placed vertically.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 6-5, placed vertically.
Greater Than (0): Everything in this space must be greater than 0. The answer is 1-4, placed vertically.
Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 1-4, placed vertically; 4-6, placed horizontally.
Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 4-6, placed horizontally.
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Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you remember your childhood games.
As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Success
Green: The Ws
Blue: Nickname for team names
Purple: Greatest edge rushers of all time
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Victory
Green: Pro Teams Whose Names Start with W
Blue: Colloquial Nicknames for College Teams
Purple: Players with 20-Plus Sacks in a Season
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Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #485 is...
What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?Victory - DUB, TRIUMPH, W, WIN
Pro Teams Whose Names Start with W - WARRIORS, WHITE SOX, WILD, WIZARDS
Colloquial Nicknames for College Teams - CATS, HOOS, VOLS, ZAGS
Players with 20-Plus Sacks in a Season - GARRETT, HOUSTON, WARE, WATT
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you love comics.
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 21, 2026 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Reuse
Green: Needed to sleep
Blue: To copy
Purple: Associated with a famous superhero
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Items to recycle
Green: Bedding
Blue: Plagiarize
Purple: Batman's "Bat" things
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Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #955 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayItems to recycle: BOTTLE, CAN, CARDBOARD BOX, NEWSPAPER
Bedding: BLANKET, SHAM, SHEET, THROW
Plagiarize: COPY, CRIB, LIFT, PIRATE
Batman's "Bat" things: CAVE, MOBILE, SIGNAL, SUIT
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 21, 2026Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.
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Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you don't have proper etiquette.
Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.
If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 21, 2026 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 21, 2026 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: That's not very politeThe words are related to ettiquette.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words describe things that are impolite.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Don't Be Rude.
NYT Strands word list for January 21Gloat
Tease
Burp
Shout
Don't Be Rude
Stare
Point
Interrupt
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Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love geometry.
If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 21, 2026 Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.
SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for January 21, 2026 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:Cube-shaped.
Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?There are no recurring letters.
Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...Today's Wordle starts with the letter C.
SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. The Wordle answer today is...Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.
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The solution to today's Wordle is...
CUBIC
Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
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SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 21, 2026Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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HULU BUNDLES: Hulu is offering a range of bundle deals so you can stream from its impressive library without breaking the bank.
The best Hulu deals and bundles in January 2026: Best Hulu Bundle Deal Disney+ and Hulu Bundle 1st month for $9.99 Get Deal Best HBO Max Bundle Deal Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max Bundle $19.99/month with ads, $32.99/month ad-free Get Deal Best Student Deal Hulu Student Deal Hulu with ads for $1.99/month Get Deal Best ESPN Bundle Deal Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle $35.99/month Get DealThere's a wide range of excellent shows and films to watch on Hulu. From The Life of Chuck to the thrilling Alien: Earth series, it's a library that's full of options to keep you entertained through these winter months.
If these have caught your eye and have you itching to sign up for Hulu, we're here to help you get the best deal. Outside of the standard ad-supported and ad free plans, there are quite a few bundle deals available with Hulu that are worth exploring if you're looking to save some cash. This includes a great limited time deal on the Disney+ and Hulu Bundle, which is offering its first month for just $9.99.
SEE ALSO: 'Bob's Burgers' creator Loren Bouchard credits 'early fans' for the show's successConsidering Hulu and Disney Plus have just increased their prices, there's no better time than now to find a way to save through bundles. Below you can find details on Hulu's best bundles at the moment — alongside information on both its ad-supported and ad free plans, if you just want the basics — offering you a way to save on the service without going overboard on spending.
You can get additional streaming services thrown in at a lower cost, and what's better than that?
Best Disney+ bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hulu Disney+ and Hulu Bundle Get your first month of the Disney+, Hulu Bundle for $9.99 Get Deal Why we like itFor those interested in the ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu Bundle, it's enjoying a limited-time offer at the moment that runs until Feb. 17. Both new and eligible returning subscribers can get their first month of this streaming bundle for just $9.99. Usually it costs $12.99, which it will auto-renew at after the first month is up, but it's still a nice deal to take advantage of.
Disney+ and Hulu Bundle — Get your first month for $9.99, then $12.99 per month
Unfortunately, this deal does not apply to the Premium ad-free version of this plan. This option is still available for $19.99 per month, as usual.
Disney+ and Hulu Bundle Premium — $19.99 per month
Released last July, this is one of the best Hulu bundles available at the moment. Starting at $19.99 per month, this bundle grants you access to Hulu, Disney+, and HBO Max's streaming services for a much lower price than what you'd pay for the three of them separately. It's an incredible deal to take advantage of, especially if you've already got Disney+ and HBO Max subscriptions. There are two plans to choose from with this bundle, and they are:
Disney+, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (with ads) — $19.99 per month (save 42%)
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If you're a student enrolled at a university, you can score a Hulu (with ads) plan for even lower than the above bundles. Hulu's Student Deal gives eligible college students the ability to buy a Hulu (with ads) plan for just $1.99 per month. Hulu notes that the deal lasts "so long as student enrollment status remains verified," then it goes back up to the standard monthly price.
Hulu Student Deal — $1.99 per month
Alongside the big Hulu, Disney+, and HBO Max bundle, Hulu also has plans for sports fans that throw in ESPN Select or ESPN Unlimited. According to ESPN, "ESPN Select includes ESPN+ content only. Fans who want ESPN+ exclusively may subscribe to the ESPN Select plan. ESPN Unlimited includes all of the ESPN networks and services, including ESPN+."
The Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle, which has ads, is available for $35.99 per month. The Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited premium bundle without ads is available for $44.99 per month.
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Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle Premium — $44.99 per month
If you're just looking to jump straight into Hulu's library without any fancy bundles, there are a couple of subscription options to consider. The ad-supported tier comes in at $11.99 per month, but you'll get your first month free, which is a great way to test the waters and see if it's the right fit for you. If you want to go ad free, that'll cost you $18.99 per month. Unfortunately, this plan does not offer a free trial like its ad-supported sibling.
Hulu (with ads) — $11.99 per month (get first month free), $119.99 per year
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If you really want to go big on a streaming investment, there's the Hulu + Live TV plan. This costs a whopping $89.99 per month for its ad-supported plan, but comes with plenty to keep you busy. Hulu + Live TV (with ads) gets you access to 95+ channels, unlimited DVR, Disney+ (with ads), ESPN Select (with ads), and Hulu (with ads). If you want to go even bigger with the ad-free plan — which offers Hulu (no ads), Disney+ (no ads), and ESPN Select (with ads) alongside Live TV — it'll cost you $99.99 per month. The ad-supported plan also offers a free trial, but for just three days instead.
Hulu + Live TV, Disney+, and ESPN Select (with ads) — $89.99 per month (three day free trial)
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Wondering what to watch once you get set up with a Hulu plan or bundle? We're here to help with that as well. Have a look at our roundups of the 30 best comedies on Hulu, the 25 best sci-fi movies on Hulu, and the 26 best horror movies on Hulu to start building your watchlist. And if you're in the mood to binge-watch a show, check out our breakdown of the 25 best shows on Hulu.
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You may think of Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, as an autocracy governed by founder Mark Zuckerberg. Given his shares give him a majority (60 percent) of any shareholder vote, that's not far off the mark (pun not intended). Zuckerberg is CEO for life, or at least as long as he wants to be.
But there is at least one entity within Meta, independently financed, that has accumulated enough soft power to keep Zuckerberg in line a majority of the time: The Meta Oversight Board. Zuckerberg once described it as a "Supreme Court" for Facebook, and in its five years of life it has come out against Meta's cross-check program, which the company mostly amended, slammed its content moderation, gave whistleblower Frances Haugen a hearing, and done all this while improving its attention to basic human rights.
"Although Meta is not legally required to implement every recommendation," the Board noted in a report on its first five years, "it has implemented 75% of the more than 300 we have issued." The company is required to respond to all board recommendations, at least, within 60 days.
SEE ALSO: Watch the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses fail in Mark Zuckerberg's painful live demoAll of which explains why the Oversight Board's latest case actually matters, when it comes to Meta accounts and permanent bans — and why it's so keen on your input.
The case, which the Board announced it would take on Tuesday, concerns an unnamed but "widely followed" Instagram account that was permanently banned in 2025, and is appealing the decision. The account's posts included "visual threats of violence and harassment against a female journalist," the board says, as well as "anti-gay slurs against prominent politicians and content depicting a sex act, alleging misconduct against minorities."
This marks the first time that the Oversight Board has looked at an account banned for targeting public figures. (It previously upheld Donald Trump's suspension in Jan. 2021, but that was for supporting violence at the Capitol insurrection of Jan. 6, 2021. In that case, the Board also said Facebook couldn't ban Trump indefinitely — it had to be permanent, or time-limited. Zuckerberg chose the latter.)
Unlike the actual U.S. Supreme Court, the Meta Oversight Board is very clear about why it chose to take on the case: To establish a precedent for other account ban appeals to follow.
The Instagram ban "represents a significant opportunity to provide users with greater transparency on Meta’s account enforcement policies and practices, and make recommendations for improvement," the Board wrote.
What recommendations? Well, that's where you come in. The Meta Oversight Board has already received more than 11,000 public comments in its first five years of cases, and now it's actively soliciting more. Specifically, the board says it would love it if you could "contribute valuable perspectives" on:
How best to ensure due process and fairness to people whose accounts are penalized or permanently disabled.
The effectiveness of measures used by social media platforms to protect public figures and journalists from accounts engaged in repeated abuse and threats of violence, in particular against women in the public eye.
Challenges in identifying and considering off-platform context when assessing threats against public figures and journalists.
Research into the efficacy of punitive measures to shape online behaviors, and the efficacy of alternative or complementary interventions.
Good industry practices in transparency reporting on account enforcement decisions and related appeals.
Got ideas? Then you have until Feb. 3 to leave your comment here — anonymously, if you wish. Zuckerberg will be watching closely, given that Meta referred this case to the Board in the first place. For the average Facebook or Instagram user, this may be as close as you get to influencing the supreme autocrat of social media.
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The rollout of ChatGPT age prediction is now underway, according to an announcement OpenAI made Tuesday.
Last fall, the company indicated it would introduce age prediction as a safety measure for teens. OpenAI has been sued by parents of teens who died by suicide after ChatGPT allegedly coached them to end their lives or didn't respond appropriately to their discussions of psychological distress. OpenAI has denied the allegations in the first of those lawsuits.
In December, the company introduced an update to its Model Spec, which guides how its AI models should behave. The update focused on principles for responding to under-18 users in high-stakes situations.
SEE ALSO: OpenAI says its mystery AI wearable is on track for 2026 as AI earbuds rumors spreadThe details made public on Tuesday explain that age prediction will launch on consumer plans.
ChatGPT's age prediction model estimates a user's age based on behavior and signals from their account, like when the person is active during the day, long-term usage patterns, how long the account has existed, and the user's stated age.
If the user's age is assessed as under-18, their account should not be exposed to graphic violence, depictions of self-harm, and sexual, romantic, or violent role play, among other types of potentially harmful content.
Teens who tell OpenAI they're under 18 upon opening a ChatGPT account are automatically subject to such safeguards. If OpenAI isn't confident about a user's age, their account will default to safer settings.
OpenAI said that adult users whose accounts are mistakenly placed in the under-18 experience can confirm their age by submitting a selfie to Persona, a third-party identity verification service. OpenAI did not provide additional information about how ID documents would be retained. In Oct. 2025, a third-party vendor used by the messaging platform Discord was breached, exposing upwards of 70,000 government IDs.
OpenAI said it planned to improve age-prediction accuracy and make further improvements based on observations from the initial rollout.
Only a couple weeks removed from seeing a bunch of weird robots at CES, scientists have unveiled a new innovation in the world of creepy robotics — the detachable crawling robotic hand.
Of course, one person's creepy is another person's awesome, and it's an impressive little bot that invites an instant comparison to Thing, the sentient, crawling hand from The Addams Family.
As published in Nature Communications, a group of scientists, and first author Xiao Gao, recently unveiled the new type of robotic hand. Videos published alongside the paper show how the hand can detach itself from its arm and use its fingers to crawl around like a spider.
The detachable robot isn't constrained by the limitations of the human hand. While its six fingers aren't too far off from the five digits on our own hands, everything else about this little creepy crawler is pretty divergent. For instance, the fingers can bend backwards as well as they bend forwards, so the robot can hold objects against both sides of its base (or palm, if you want to map it to human anatomy) at the same time. It's even capable of carrying small objects on its back (or belly) while it does so, using its free fingers for locomotion.
Obviously, these features would be most useful in industrial settings, but maybe someday robots like this will find their way into regular people's homes, too.
SAVE $1,500: The 55-inch Samsung Odyssey Ark 4K curved gaming monitor is on sale at Woot for $1,199.99, down from the list price of $2,699.99. That's a 56% discount and better sale price than we've ever seen at Amazon.
Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung 55-inch Samsung Odyssey Ark 4K curved gaming monitor $1,199.99 at WootAnyone who spends a decent amount of time gaming understands the importance of a solid gaming monitor. Some models can actually be the death of you, both in terms of frustration from a poor display and lag that causes your character to die in-game. If you're in the mood for a major "treat yourself" moment and you want a first-class gaming monitor, check out this limited-time deal.
As of Jan. 20, the 55-inch Samsung Odyssey Ark 4K curved gaming monitor is on sale for $1,199.99 at Woot, marked down from the list price of $2,699.99. That's a major 56% discount that takes $1,500 off the normal price. This sale beats the lowest we've ever seen at Amazon. Prime members get free shipping at Woot.
If you're looking for a mega sized gaming monitor with premium stats, this is your deal. Samsung consistently makes some of the best curved gaming monitors and today's deal on the giant 55-inch Ark 2nd Gen is a steal. The 1000R curve will bring a new experience to every game you play or show you stream on the monitor. With this size, you might not even want to use your TV anymore.
SEE ALSO: The giant 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 curved gaming monitor is within $2 of a record-low price at AmazonOf course, you're in line for ideal gaming stats like a 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time. Adjust into cockpit mode to take off on epic gaming adventures this winter. Samsung also equipped this monitor with four corner speakers and two central woofers.
Keep in mind Woot deals tend to sell out in an instant, so hop on this one if you're in the mood for a major treat. Amazon is selling this model at its full price of $2,699.99, so snagging this Woot deal is the way to go. Plus, you'll get free shipping if you sign into your Amazon Prime account at Woot.
You should perhaps double-check the apps you use — especially if you're into AI.
A new project called Firehound from security firm CovertLabs tracks the apps that leak the most data, and the Top 10 was rife with AI apps. Here's a screenshot of the data from Firehound's website.
Lots of AI. Credit: Screenshot: FirehoundAs you can see, the Top 10 list from Firehound has lots of AI apps. The project claims all kinds of data, from email addresses, to chat history, to names were left accessible by apps. One would hope that apps would work to fix such vulnerabilities moving forward, should they exist.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Moving forward, it's probably best for users to tread carefully when downloading an app. It's worth stopping to think if it's a trustworthy product. And, of course, it's probably worth being cautious when sharing personal or professional information with an AI chatbot. You never know if it'll become public.
Whether you're a longtime Pokémon TCG player and collector or just getting into the game, it's always good to save some cash when you can. These cards are hotter than ever, years after their debut, with demand at an all-time high for sets that released years ago, let alone those with more recent debuts.
So when you can snag a deal that works in your favor and nets you a set of awesome cards, it's a good idea to pounce on it, as is usually the case with most Pokémon-related things. With that in mind, however, how do you find some of the best deals on offer in the world of Pokémon TCG?
We've got your back, with picks you can turn to if you're ready to expand your collection or establish it in the first place. We've rounded up some of the best Pokémon TC deals you can shop as of Jan. 20. If you're ready to crack open some packs, consider these deals your gateway to doing so and saving some cash at the same time. Keep checking back, as we'll continue to add new deals that you won't want to miss out on.
Best Pokémon TCG Elite Trainer Box deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Pokémon TCG Phantasmal Flames Elite Trainer Box $79.94 at AmazonElite Trainer Boxes are the products you always want to look out for when it comes to every expansion, and when you can save some money on one, it's always a good idea to do so. This box comes with nine booster packs, a full-art promo card with Charcadet, dice, 65 special sleeves, and all the things you need to actually play the game. You get a total of 40 TCG Energy cards and a player's guide as well, with a plastic coin, a collector's box, and 6 dividers to keep it all organized. You'll also get a code for Pokémon TCG Live. As Phantasmal Flames cards continue to become even more expensive, this kind of access to them at an affordable price continues to shrink, so this is a good buy to snag while you still can.
Best Pokémon TCG booster bundle deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle $52.70 at AmazonThough the Phantasmal Flames expansion is no longer the newest addition to the Pokémon TCG, it's still extremely valuable. This booster bundle nets you six Phantasmal Flames booster packs, which are still priced around $10 apiece on Amazon. That means you'l be saving nearly the price of one pack in its entirety by buying this box than you would with individual boosters. Given the fact that this expansion contains the Mega Hyper Rare Charizard ex, which is selling up to $400 as of TCGPlayer, you could come away with some serious high-value cards, so snap up a couple of these boxes and you'll get several chances to pull it.
Best Pokémon TCG: Collector Chest deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Pokémon TCG: Collector Chest Fall 2025 $37.99 at AmazonThis fun collector chest comes in a special illustrated tin, which already makes it eye-catching and lucrative if you enjoy Pokémon as a fan or just as someone who likes special sets. And of course, saving $20 on the set is a good reason to be excited about it as well. This chest comes with six booster packs: three Mega Evolution, two Journey Together, and one Destined Rivals. Additionally, you get three foil promo cards of Ralts, Kirlia, and Riolu as well as a Mega Lucario coin, four sticker sheets, and a mini portfolio for your cards. All this lets you savor a great deal as well as some fun goodies without having to pay $50 to $60 for a booster bundle or booster box. Plus, you can store it all in the same place you got all the goodies.
More Pokémon TCG dealsPokémon TCG: Paldean Fates Great Tusk ex & Iron Threads ex Premium Collection — $174.93 $219.99 (save $45.06)
Pokémon TCG: Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)
Pokémon TCG: Holiday Calendar (2025) — $69.99 $74.89 (save $4.90)
Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet 10.5 Black Bolt Binder Box — $62.94 $67.89 (save $4.95)
Pokémon TCG: Mega Lucario ex Figure Collection — $58.94 $67.99 (save $6.91)
Pokémon TCG: Charizard ex Special Collection — $57.99 $64.90 (save $6.91)
Pokémon TCG: Trainer’s Toolkit — $34.95 $56.90 (save $22.04)
Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex League Battle Deck — $19.79 $52.99 (save $33.20)
While we're no longer in the biggest savings season of the year, there are always deals to be found. Sure, they won't be as dramatic as the epic deals from Black Friday, but you can still save big on some of our favorite Apple gadgets.
We're witnessing some products drop back down to their record-lows from Cyber Week — specifically the iPad Pro — while others are hovering within $50 of those prices. AirPods and other Apple accessories aren't exactly popping off with discounts right now, but we'll be sure to shout it from the rooftops if and when we see them drop once more. For now, we've rounded up all the best Apple deals we could find this week. Happy shopping!
Best MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799.99 at AmazonCheck out our full review of the M4 Apple MacBook Air.
The M4 MacBook Air topped Mashable's list of the best laptops of 2025. While the 15-inch version is our top pick for most people, the 13-inch version is our favorite budget pick. Even at full price, it's a stellar deal, but on sale, it's a total no-brainer upgrade. If you don't require fancy specs for things like video editing and graphic design work, the M4 Air is a monstrous machine in a sleek, portable package.
As of Jan. 20, the 13-inch base model with 16GB RAM and 256GB of storage is down to just $799.99 at Amazon. That's nearly $200 off its list price and just $50 away from its best-ever price from Black Friday.
More Mac and MacBook dealsMacBook Air
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $999 $1,199 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,199 $1,399 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,199 $1,399 (save $200)
Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,399 $1,599 (save $200)
MacBook Pro
M4
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,549 $1,799 (save $250)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,745 $1,999 (save $254)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,749 $1,999 (save $250)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB Ram, 1TB SSD) — $2,099 $2,399 (save $300)
M5
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $1,449 $1,599 (save $150)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,627.89 $1,799 (save $171.11)
Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,825 $1,999 (save $174)
Mac
Apple Mac Mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) — $499 $599 (save $100)
Mashable's tech editor took the M5 iPad Pro for a whirl when it was released in October and called it a "victory lap for Apple." Like most upgrades in recent years, the latest iteration isn't too much different than its predecessor. That's not necessarily a bad thing, as we loved the M4 model as well. It's extremely light at just 0.98 pounds and wildly thin at 5.3mm — that's even slimmer than the iPhone Air or the iPad Air. The M5 processor is shockingly fast and more powerful than the average user even needs. As Mashable's Timothy Beck Werth puts it, "Everyday use is wasted on this tablet." As of Jan. 20, you can get the base model with 256GB of storage and WiFi connectivity for $899. That's $100 off and matches its previous record-low from Black Friday.
More iPad dealsiPad
Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $319 $349 (save $30)
Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi + Cellular, 512GB) — $699.97 $799 (save $99.03)
iPad Mini
Apple iPad Mini, 8.3-inch (A17 Pro, WiFi, 256GB) — $549 $599 (save $50)
iPad Air
Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) — $559 $599 (save $40)
Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 256GB) — $643.93 $699 (save $55.07)
Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi + Cellular, 128GB) — $649 $749 (save $100)
Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) — $729 $799 (save $70)
Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 256GB) — $824.99 $899 (save $74.01)
iPad Pro
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $899 $999 (save $100)
Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,099 $1,199 (save $100)
Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)
There aren't a ton of Apple Watch deals floating around right now on new models. If you opt for the last-generation Apple Watch Ultra, however, you can save $250 on a model with both GPS and cellular connectivity. And the good news is you won't be missing out on much by grabbing an older model. The biggest difference between the newer Ultra 3 and Ultra 2 is about six more hours of battery life. Whether those six extra hours are worth an additional $200+ is up to you to decide. The Ultra 2 still beats the basic Apple Watch with a more durable titanium case, a programmable action button, built-in LTE, a depth gauge and water temperature sensor, an emergency siren, and up to 36 hours of battery life (up to 72 in low power mode).
More Apple Watch dealsApple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) — $379.99 $399 (save $19.01)
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + Cellular, 42mm) — $599 $699 (save $100)
Apple AirTag (4-pack) — $79.98 $99 (save $19.02)
Apple Pencil USB-C — $71 $79 (save $8)
Apple Pencil Pro — $94.99 $129 (save $34.01)
Apple AirPods 4 (without noise cancellation) — $115 $129 (save $14)
Apple AirPods 4 (with noise cancellation) — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)
Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $239.95 $249 (save $9.05)
Apple AirPods Max — $449.99 $549 (save $99.01)
What's one to do to keep busy in the winter? If you're looking for a non-screen form of entertainment, building a Lego set certainly fits the bill. It's a highly enjoyable activity and it leaves you with something fun to add to your desk or a bookshelf. Plus, some upcoming Lego sets are about to get a major upgrade since Lego just announced Smart Play sets that have interactive lights, sounds, and motions.
SEE ALSO: How to qualify for the new and exclusive Lego Mini Pokémon CenterSince Legos have no age bounds, it's a great activity to keep kids busy or a nice way to get the whole house working on a project together. The Lego collection is vast, so there's something for everyone when it comes to brick builds from the Danish brand. Here are some great deals and new sets to snag this week.
Best Lego Star Wars deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon A New Hope 25th Anniversary Collectable Model $67.97 at AmazonNothing beats a Lego Star Wars set. Always a favorite, the Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon anniversary build is a classic that every fan will enjoy both building and keeping on display. The build features details like the satellite dish, cockpit, and necessary cannons. The 921-piece set is sure to keep you occupied until your new Star Wars Smart Play set arrives. Pre-orders for those new Lego Star Wars are live with shipping expected in early March. In both cases, you'll have the power of the force behind any Lego build.
Best Lego Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Pokémon Pikachu and Poké Ball $199.99 at Pre-order at LegoIn addition to the new Lego Smart Play builds, the brand recently announced its very first Lego Pokémon collection, and we're smitten. Pre-orders are live for all three sets, including the adorable Pikachu and Poké Ball build. The set has a whopping 2,050 pieces that'll look amazing in a gaming room, standing over a foot tall.
Best Lego Disney deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Disney Lilo and Stitch Beach House $79.99 at AmazonNow that winter's chill is running deep, it's time to bring in tropical vibes and the Lego Disney Lilo and Stitch Beach House is the perfect way to add some warmth. The set has palm trees, surf boards, Lilo in her tropical design dress, and Stitch in a spaceship, reading to crash land in sunny Hawaii. The Lilo and Stich Beach House is sure to warm up your weekend with a fun build.
Best Lego Technic deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Technic Mack LR Electric Garbage Truck $26.49 at AmazonYes, the Lego Technic collection features one of our favorite Lego sets — the Lego Technic McLaren P1, but it also has smaller and more affordable builds that are equally awesome. For example, check out the Lego Technic Mack LR Electric Garbage Truck because there's nothing cooler than taking care of Mother Earth by recycling. The electric garbage truck build is an assured hit with kids who love watching the garbage collection each week. The gear lever allows builders to grab, lift, and tip the garbage can into the side loader on the truck.
Best Lego Marvel deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Marvel Iron Spider-Man Bust Collectible $47.95 at AmazonJoining the wonderful world of Marvel and Lego is a dream come true. The iconic Lego Marvel Iron Spider-Man Bust Collectible is part of this week's best Lego deals since it's 20% off. Instead of paying the list price of $59.99, the 379-piece build is on sale at Amazon for $47.97. Lego recommends this build for those aged 18 and up, and it includes a fun mini-figure in addition to the bust.
Sony is effectively stepping back from the day-to-day business of making TVs, and handing the reins to TCL. The two companies announced they’ve signed a memorandum of understanding to form a new joint venture that will take over Sony’s home entertainment business, including televisions and home audio gear.
SEE ALSO: Sony's Afeela electric vehicle will offer digital license platesUnder the plan, TCL will hold a controlling 51 percent stake, while Sony retains 49 percent. The new company will handle everything from product development and manufacturing to sales, logistics, and customer support on a global scale. If all regulatory approvals go through, operations are expected to begin in April 2027.
On paper, Sony is framing this as a best-of-both-worlds scenario. The company says it will contribute its picture processing, audio technology, and brand power, while TCL brings its massive display manufacturing operation, supply chain efficiency, and cost advantages. Sony president and CEO Kimio Maki said the partnership is meant to deliver "even more captivating audio and visual experiences" by combining both companies’ strengths.
For consumers, the most important detail is that future TVs will still carry the Sony and BRAVIA branding. But behind the scenes, TCL will be calling more of the shots, especially on how these TVs are built and priced.
That could be a good thing if it means Sony TVs become more competitive on price without sacrificing image quality. It could also mean a subtle shift in what "Sony TV" actually represents over time.
January hasn't been great for Spotify due to price changes and the scourge of AI-generated music, but the music streaming service might have at least one neat new feature in the works.
Android Authority reported, based on some strings of code in the Spotify app, that a new audiobook feature called Page Match is in the works. The idea is simple and seemingly very intuitive: You just use your phone camera to scan a page in a physical copy of a book, and Spotify then syncs the audiobook in its app to that page. This works using optical character recognition (or OCR) technology to scan the text of the page and find the corresponding timestamp in the audiobook. Unfortunately, there's no word on when or if this feature will roll out to users.
SEE ALSO: Spotify is raising prices yet again. Here's how much and when.That sounds great, but where things get even more useful is that it apparently works in reverse, too. You'll apparently be able to use Page Match to find the page in the physical copy that corresponds to what you're hearing in an audiobook. In other words, you'll be able to go back and forth between a physical book and an audiobook as you see fit, provided you actually own (or have otherwise acquired) a physical copy and have access to the audiobook on Spotify.
As Android Authority pointed out, this would be pretty novel (pun intended) in the world of audiobook streaming. Amazon offers a sync service that only works between Audible and Kindle copies of books, but Spotify's Page Match feature sounds like it works with just any physical book you've got lying around. Again, we don't know exactly when, or if, this is coming, but given that references to it are already appearing in Spotify code, hopefully it's sooner rather than later.
With Apple's big September iPhone event just 8 months away, rumors have been swirling about what Apple has in store for the iPhone 18 and the foldable iPhone. In the past few days, Apple fans have been talking about one leak in particular, which suggested big changes were coming to the controversial Dynamic Island.
Specifically, rumor had it that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max would feature an under-display Face ID that would eliminate the need for the pill-shaped Dynamic Island, with the selfie camera housed in a smaller "hole-punch" cutout.
However, it now appears that those leaks were lost in translation.
Instant Digital, a leaker on the China-based social media app Weibo, explained that the leak from last week (from another Weibo-based leaker known as Digital Chat Station) was mistranslated when Western outlets reported on the news.
Instant Digital claims that while Apple is relocating an infrared Face ID component under the display, this would not affect the overall design of the display itself.
It seems early reports from Chinese and Korean sources about the Face ID components were somehow mistranslated in some English-language coverage as a front hole-punch camera on the left side of the device.
As MacRumors points out, another Apple leaker on X known as ShrimpApplePro has also corroborated Instant Digital's explanation by leaking an alleged photo of the new Face ID and selfie camera assembly.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.In short, reports of the Dynamic Island's death have been greatly exaggerated. It seems that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will still have a pill-shaped Dynamic Island after all, even if it is slightly smaller in the new generation.
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