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MARKET VALUE: As of Nov. 18, the Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box is $89.48 at Amazon. This is at market value compared to TCGplayer.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box $89.48 at TCGPlayerMega Evolution has been dominating the Pokémon TCG landscape, with stock levels looking better than ever. Phantasmal Flames is doing the same, with single cards becoming more affordable just days after release. It looks like Pokémon TCG is actually upping print runs.
The same applies for the Scarlet and Violet era, with the Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box still available and now at market value when compared to TCGplayer. That's $89.48, which is nowhere near MSRP and an unfortunate result of Pokémania 2025. But if you apply and get accepted for an Amazon Visa card, the price plummets to $29.48 thanks to an instant $60 gift card credited to your accounts.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 4 msgs/mo. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!Want to save even more? AMEX and Discover card holders have been snagging up to 50% off Pokémon TCG at Amazon recently by spending $1 on their orders using their card. That knocks the Black Bolt ETB down to a ridiculous $14.74.
The Black Bolt ETB includes a Thundurus 209 Illustration Rare promo card, 65 Black Bolt-Themed sleeves, themed dice, and eight booster packs. With the box even serving as a great storage unit for your cards.
Most valuable Black Bolt and White Flare Pokémon cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon CompanyPrices for Black Bolt and White Flare Single cards have been fluctuating recently, and it's usually cheaper to just buy single cards outright rather than ripping open 100s of booster packs to find what you're seeking. Here's where to buy the top chase cards from the final Scarlet and Violet expansion with up-to-date market value info:
Zekrom ex – 172/086 – SV: Black Bolt
Near Mint Holofoil: $430
Market price: $468.99
Most recent sale: $430
Victini – 172/086 – SV: White Flare
Near Mint Holofoil: $420
Market price: $432.27
Most recent sale: $440
Victini – 171/086 – SV: Black Bolt
Near Mint Holofoil: $420
Market price: $480.87
Most recent sale: $445.98
Reshiram ex – 173/086 – SV: White Flare
Near Mint Holofoil: $369.99
Market price: $371.22
Most recent sale: $375
Zekrom ex – 166/086 – SV: Black Bolt
Near Mint Holofoil: $237.20
Market price: $238.43
Most recent sale: $230
Reshiram ex – 166/086 – SV: White Flare
Near Mint Holofoil: $187.31
Market price: $188.80
Most recent sale: $186.23
The first-ever U.S. TikTok Awards are happening on Dec. 18, 2025 — and yes, fans can already vote.
Designed to honor the creators, trends, and memorable cultural moments that defined the platform this year, the show is shaping up to be TikTok's biggest attempt yet at turning internet fame into a full-blown awards spectacle.
So what can you actually expect? Think of it as the For You Page brought to life, with all the unpredictable energy that implies. TikTok is promising creator-led segments and live performances, meaning some of your favorite viral personalities will be doing what they do best — only this time without the safety net of a million drafts. There will be immersive TikTok Shop activations (basically, the impulse-buy scroll turned IRL), plus fan-oriented pop-ups engineered to be filmed, posted, and immediately stitched into oblivion.
SEE ALSO: Viral TikTok songs are changing the music industryThe lineup will blend viral creators with musicians, athletes, and celebrities, making the night feel like a crossover episode between every side of TikTok at once. And because this is TikTok, expect meme-by-morning chaos and at least one moment destined to live forever in reaction GIF form. Officially, TikTok describes the show as "a celebration of creativity, community, and culture." Unofficially, it sounds like the kind of award show where absolutely anything could happen, and probably will.
Whether you're wondering how to vote in the TikTok Awards, who’s nominated, when the show starts, or where to watch, this guide breaks down everything you need to know.
When are the TikTok Awards 2025?The TikTok Awards 2025 ceremony will air live on Thursday, Dec. 18, from the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles.
Red carpet begins at 5 p.m. PT
Main show starts at 6 p.m. PT
You can watch live on TikTok (@TikTok) or stream the ceremony on Tubi
This is the first U.S.-based TikTok Awards show, celebrating the creators, trends, and viral moments that shaped the platform in 2025.
How to vote for the TikTok Awards 2025TikTok users can vote directly for their favorite creators within the app. Here's how to vote:
Open the TikTok app
Go to the TikTok Awards hub (visible on the For You page or search "TikTok Awards")
Browse categories and nominees
Tap to submit votes (you can vote daily!)
You can cast your votes for your favorite creators starting Nov. 18 to Dec. 2, 2025. This is the only way to officially vote for the TikTok Awards, as there doesn't appear to be any web-based voting.
TikTok Awards 2025 nominees and categoriesHere are the nominees for the TikTok Awards categories this year:
Creator of the YearVideo of the YearRising Star of the Year (sponsored by e.l.f. Cosmetics)Breakthrough Artist of the YearStoryteller of the YearMuse of the YearTikTok for Good AwardMy Show is On Award [Film & TV]MVP of the Year [Sports]Okay Slay Award [Fashion/Beauty]I Was Today Years Old Award [Learning] (sponsored by H&R Block)Immediately Added To Cart Award (presented by TikTok Shop)CapCut Creator of the YearTikTok LIVE Creator of the YearTikTok notes that additional nominees may be announced leading up to the show.
If you want real-time updates, red carpet chaos, and all the "did we just witness that?" moments, make sure you're following @tiktokcreators and keeping an eye on #TikTokAwardsUS.
This is TikTok, after all. If something wild happens backstage, it’ll be on your For You Page within minutes.
The Queen of Versailles has opened on Broadway, and the reviews are scorchingly negative.
Critics are jeering everything from its concept and messaging to its songs, structure, and runtime (nearly 3 hours with the intermission included). Few theater fans could have predicted such an intense lashing for a musical that reunites two Broadway legends who contributed to Wicked becoming a smash hit from stage to screen: composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz and actress Kristin Chenoweth.
SEE ALSO: How eat-the-rich comedies changed during COVIDFrankly, having seen The Queen of Versailles musical, I'm even more befuddled by the barrage of pans, because it is outrageous fun. But that's not all. It's a brazen exploration of the achingly American pursuit of happiness through obscene wealth. And far from being simply a finger-wagging cautionary tale, it becomes a hilarious and thought-provoking commentary on not only Americans' burning desire for more, but also our snarling schadenfreude as we watch the wealthy fail.
Credit: Julieta CervantesShouldered by the petite powerhouse that is Chenoweth, The Queen of Versailles is a bold and bonkers musical that had me cackling in Act 1 and tearing up in Act 2, with my mind left spinning as the curtain called. So, what's the deal with this peculiar production?
The Queen of Versailles goes beyond its eponymous inspiration point. Credit: Julieta CervantesBroadway and off-Broadway have been home to a slew of plays and musicals inspired by movies. Right now, you can see Death Becomes Her, The Outsiders, Beetlejuice, Heathers: The Musical, Romy & Michelle: The Musical, or Exorcistic: The Rock Musical. However, it's far less often that the movie inspiration for a musical is a documentary.
The Queen of Versailles is based on Lauren Greenfield's 2012 documentary about Jackie Siegel (Chenoweth), a former beauty pageant winner turned trophy wife of "timeshare king" David Siegel (played onstage by F. Murray Abraham), who was 30 years her senior and massively wealthy. Together, they dreamed of rebuilding the Palace of Versailles — in central Florida. However, the Great Recession of 2008 put a hold on their plans, threatened their holdings, and put an intense strain on their relationship.
Where the movie ends with the Versailles house unfinished and the Siegels flailing to save it from sale or foreclosure, the musical follows Jackie and her family through the film's Sundance premiere and her subsequent reality-TV stardom (like her appearance on Celebrity Wife Swap). While her 2022 show, Queen of Versailles Reigns Again, is not directly mentioned, the pink, glittery fashions she favored there, as well as the ongoing obsession with finishing Versailles even in the face of great personal tragedy, does make it into Act 2. However, Jackie and her family get a major Broadway musical overhaul.
Kristin Chenoweth is the indisputable star of The Queen of Versailles. Credit: Julieta CervantesReimagined for Broadway, Jackie's never-say-die attitude is translated as an unflappable and girlish resilience in Chenoweth's performance. The first act digs deeper into Jackie's blue-collar roots ("Champagne Dreams") and less-than-glamorous jobs ("Keep on Thrustin'"), including waitressing at Red Lobster and washing down corpses for an old folks home. Chenoweth tackles these bits with a bouncy showmanship that suggests Jackie uses a smile as a shield to get her through the tough times, including an abusive marriage to her first husband ("Mrs. Florida").
However, it's when Jackie is singing about her grand ambitions to be a queen "like Marie Antoinette" with zero self-awareness that Chenoweth is at her bubbly best. Like she did as Glinda with "Popular," Chenoweth is a force of unrepentant whimsy as she trots and glides around the stage in furiously sequined mini-dresses and heels. Sometimes, she'll carry a fluffy white Pomeranian (an ode to the real Siegel's pack of pets). Other times, she'll give grand gestures to the comical baubles Jackie has spent a fortune on (in real life, too).
No matter how garish or absurd the moment, Chenoweth is so enchanting that you might well be spellbound by her sales pitch of more, more, more. In song (Schwartz) and book (by Lindsey Ferrentino), Jackie spins a yarn about coming from immigrant grandparents, growing up in a small town, and just wanting more for her children. It’s a story echoed less laughably in the experience of the Siegel’s immigrant nanny Sofia Flores (a heart-wrenching Melody Butui). But when is enough enough?
Jackie is such a larger-than-life figure that she feels more like a caricature than a flesh-and-blood person. But The Queen of Versailles balances its anti-heroine's intense energy, insatiable desires, and determined (and toxic) positivity with her two teen daughters.
Nina White and Tatum Grace Hopkins are stellar as the princesses of Versailles. Credit: Julieta CervantesWhile in the documentary all nine of the Siegel children get some camera time, the musical smartly keeps most of them offstage. Instead, the focus narrows to Jackie's eldest, Victoria (Nina White), and Jackie's niece/adopted daughter, Jonquil (Tatum Grace Hopkins), who grew up in extreme poverty only to be thrust into a life of perverse luxury ("I Could Get Used to This.")
Through these two girls, The Queen of Versailles digs deeper into themes that were only lightly touched on in the movie. Self-conscious Victoria looks to her mother and Jackie's beauty queen friends and feels she's falling short of their superficial but stringent standards ("Pretty Wins"). Feeling isolated from parents focused more on failing finances than nurturing, the two girls bond over a silly song, "Pavane for a Dead Lizard." But within the lizard's funeral, the girls themselves seem like pets abandoned to the whims of a fickle master. As the second act turns darker, these two ground the heartache, where Jackie can't help but squirm toward a silver lining.
In that, Jackie becomes a tragic figure, like King Lear or Anna Nicole Smith. She'd hoped her wealth would save her children from the harsh realities she knew growing up, be it pining, heartbreak, or abuse. But in building her castle, she didn't create a safe space for her children. Her endless thrusting toward the dream cost her more than she could imagine. And in the end, she is a victim of her own desires, damned by her wish come true.
The Queen of Versailles is a compelling commentary on American culture. Credit: Julieta CervantesIn the musical, Jackie is influenced by the elegant affluence seen in TV shows like Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous or Dynasty. But her style is deeply nouveau riche. Covered in bubble-gum pink sequins, with big, implanted boobs, high, high heels, long blond locks, and a bejeweled necklace that reads "Queen of Versailles," she is undeniably tacky, feeding her massive family with super-sized McDonald's orders. She's a trophy wife who flung herself into reality TV to maintain her fortune through dubious fame; the kind of rich woman America loves to loathe. Hell, Bravo's built a collection of reality shows all about our obsession with watching the rich and tasteless.
However, through the plotline of Jackie's daughters, audiences of this Queen of Versailles are pushed toward an empathy not found in the 2012 documentary. The musical urges us to get in on the guilty pleasure of gawking over Jackie and her preposterous displays of wealth in Act 1. But with Act 2, we're urged to consider what she lost for all she gains. What's more tragic, we are given a better insight into her life than the character is. (This is also true of the documentary, in which she tells the filmmakers on camera that the movie might teach her things about her life and marriage that her husband won't share with her.)
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Within the show, Schwartz works in a curious (and at times wobbly) device: Scenes in which members of the French aristocracy (King Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, and unnamed hangers-on) sing about the clever maneuvering of American millionaires, who can become self-proclaimed royalty without fear of being violently overthrown. This cheeky historical angle gets less laughs than the allusions to the Trump Administration's extravagances. (Lines about Versailles' ballroom being finished, but the East Wing being a wreck, got laughs and hoots from the audience when I attended.) However, this comparison does create a broader context for Jackie's absurdities.
Credit: Julieta CervantesBeyond that, however, The Queen of Versailles also offers something exceptional for the cheap seats. Bringing the making of the documentary into the musical, a large TV screen occasionally plays helpful imagery or offers close-ups of Chenoweth in some of her flashier moments. Even the balcony has a great view of the screen depicting this Broadway icon giving her all. So, you don't need to be in the pricey orchestra seats to see a hell of a show.
The Queen of Versailles will find its audience.By intermission, I marveled that critics were so overwhelmingly panning the show. What I was seeing was fun, surprising, and occasionally savage, yet with an emotional intelligence. Audiences weren’t urged to like Jackie but, rather, to at least understand where she came from. The second half of the show is less rollicking than the first, and some songs stumble to capture the agony of being a teen ("Book of Random"). But still, I was riveted.
SEE ALSO: 'Wicked' review: Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo aspire for movie musical magicThere's something deliciously unhinged about this production. Perhaps critics didn't expect that from a Broadway show with such prestigious talent attached. Personally, I was reminded of the electric energy and ludicrousness of off-Broadway's Titanique, which imagined if Celine Dion crashed a Titanic museum tour to regale attendees with the movie of Titanic — as she remembered it — and lots of Celine Dion songs. That show is still one of the silliest things I've ever seen, and a treasured memory of life theater. The Queen of Versailles is less scrappy, flaunting a confident production design that entails multiple sets, including the French Versailles and the Florida copy — ever in construction. Yet this had the charm of such off-Broadway experimentation.
There's a beguiling complexity, though it’s not so much to Jackie herself. She is so resolute in pursuit of her goals that she becomes essentially trapped in her self-serving vision. But The Queen of Versailles takes a step back from the doc, the reality TV, and the people who inspired it to wonder what might have happened when the cameras weren't rolling. In this space, they somehow made room for "eat the rich" humor and earnest humanity. Is the balance flawless? No. But is the show fantastically entertaining? Absolutely.
The Queen of Versailles is now playing at the St. James Theater.
TL;DR: This Grade A refurbished Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch with Touch Bar (2017) is just $299.97 (reg. $1,499) through Nov. 20.
Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Macbook Pro 2017 (Refurbished) $299.97Looking for MacBook Pro performance without the premium Apple price tag? This Grade A refurbished 13-inch MacBook Pro (2017) is sleek, reliable, and available for just $299.97 (reg. $1,499) through Nov. 20.
Why you’ll like it:
Fast Intel i5 processor — 3.1GHz dual-core with Turbo Boost up to 3.5GHz.
Ample memory and storage — 8GB RAM + 512GB SSD for smooth multitasking.
Stunning Retina display — 13.3″ screen with 2560×1600 resolution and 500 nits brightness.
Touch Bar + Touch ID — Smarter controls and secure login.
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Grade A refurbished — Near-mint condition with minimal signs of use.
Lightweight design — Just three pounds with a slim aluminum build in Space Gray.
It’s an ideal buy for students, entrepreneurs, or anyone who wants a pro-level MacBook at a fraction of the price.
Get a like-new MacBook Pro while it’s just $299.97 (reg. $1,499), only through Nov. 20.
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TL;DR: As of Nov. 18, the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box is $87.94 at Amazon, which is $11 46 more than TCGplayer. However, if you qualify for an Amazon Visa card, you'll get an instant $60 gift card.
Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box $27.94 at AmazonPhantasmal Flames is in every trainers crosshairs right now, but I'm still collecting Mega Evolution. And that's working out because I've found three different ways to get the Mega Evolution Elite Trainer Box for less.
First, you could go to TCGplayer and save a solid $11.46. That's nice and simple with no credit card required. Next up is applying for an Amazon Visa card to get a $60 instant gift card applied to your Amazon account, knocking the price down to $27.94. This is a great option because you don't actually need to use the card.
SEE ALSO: Where to buy Pokémon cards in 2025 — avoid overpaying or missing out on new setsFinally, you can upgrade the Amazon Gift Card offer if you have AMEX or Discover cards thanks to loyalty discounts. Trainers can use their AMEX or Discover to pay for a minimum of $1 for their order to knock up to 50% off. That means you could potentially get the Mega Evolutions ETB for a ridiculous $13.97 if you use in tandem with the Amazon Visa hack.
Most valuable Mega Evolution Pokémon cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon CompanyLike Phantasmal Flames, Mega Evolutions single card pricing has dropped hard. It's standard for cards to drop in value after release across the board, but it's now happening as soon as they release in most cases. It's no secret how hard these cards are to pull, which means it's usually going to save you money over ripping open endless packs. Here's where to buy the top chase cards from Mega Evolution, including up-to-date market values:
Mega Lucario ex - 188/132
Near Mint Holofoil: $445
Market price: $478.19
Most recent sale: $353.01
Mega Gardevoir ex - 187/132
Near Mint Holofoil: $347
Market price: $369.14
Most recent sale: $317.52
Mega Lucario ex - 179/132
Near Mint Holofoil: $225
Market price: $217.66
Most recent sale: $212.36
Mega Gardevoir ex - 178/132
Near Mint Holofoil: $271.99
Market price: $223.78
Most recent sale: $215.41
Mega Venusaur ex - 177/132
Near Mint Holofoil: $162.33
Market price: $159.45
Most recent sale: $155
SAVE $99.98: As of Nov. 18, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $349 at Amazon. That's the lowest-ever price for this popular model.
Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $349 at AmazonA portable power station becomes your best friend in tricky situations. A camping trip, power outage, roadtrip, wherever you are, something that can keep your most important devices on and charged is always a handy thing to have on side. And right now, there's a great early Black Friday deal on a Jackery model that's perfect for just about anything.
It's more affordable than some of the more serious units, which means it's lighter and more portable for camping vacations. Meet the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2. As of Nov. 18, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $349, its lowest-ever price. This even beats its October Prime Day price.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 4 msgs/mo. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This model is both powerful and compact, offering 1,500W AC output with a 3,000W surge peak to run multiple appliances, including AC units and fridges. It has two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, a DC car port, three pure sine wave AC ports, and a PD 100W fast USB-C for charging your phone quickly. It's also lightweight, coming in at just 23.8 pounds, and has a foldable handle design that makes it easy to carry, perfect for camping off-grid.
It has fast charging, and can get from 0% to 100% in just one hour using the emergency charging feature in the Jackery app. A standard full charge takes 1.7 hours to preserve battery health. It is built to last too, with the durable LFP battery maintaining over 70% capacity even after 4,000 charge cycles, giving it a lifespan of more than 10 years.
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SAVE $650: As of Nov. 18, the Roborock Qrevo CurvX is on sale for $849.99 at Amazon. That's a 43% saving on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: roborock Roborock Qrevo CurvX $849.99 at AmazonBlack Friday may not officially start until the end of the month, but this year we're being treated to a bunch of great early deals on tech. Robot vacuum deals have been particularly impressive, with many at their best-ever price. And that's exactly what we've found on the Roborock Qrevo CurvX. As of Nov. 18, this robot vacuum is on sale for $849.99. That's a saving of $650 and its lowest-ever price.
For a robot vacuum of this standard, this is a seriously good deal. It has a powerful 22,000Pa HyperForce suction and a Zero-Tangling Design that can handle deep carpet debris, pet hair, long strands up to 40cm, and residue found in floor gaps. And it's only 7.98cm tall, so it reaches under sofas and cabinets, picking up hard to reach dust.
And it's not just a vacuum, this model mops your floors too. It uses 80°C hot water to remove stains and grease and keep the mops hygienic with every use. When it returns to the dock, it washes the mop with hot water and dries it with warm air, so it’s always ready for the next clean. The dock also allows the vacuum to self empty and refill the tank, all with minimal effort from you. In fact, you'll only need to empty it around every 70 days.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 4 msgs/mo. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!For navigation, it has a built-in Reactive AI Obstacle Recognition that uses structured light and an RGB camera to detect and avoid all types of objects. This means it navigates your home easily, even in bad light or a dark room. It even has a feature called the AdaptiLift Chassis which allows the robot to lift or adjust sections of its body up to 4cm for smooth movement over high thresholds and around furniture legs.
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SAVE OVER $300: As of Nov. 18, the Shark AV2501AE AI robot vacuum is on sale for $294.99 at Amazon. That's a 55% discount on the list price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark AV2501AE AI $294.99 at AmazonIf you've been on the hunt for a great, affordable robot vacuum, we've found the perfect early Black Friday deal for you. As of Nov. 18, the Shark AV2501AE AI robot vacuum is reduced to just $294.99, saving you $355 on list price. It might not be Black Friday yet, but why wait when there's a deal this good? Not to mention, this is the lowest price it has ever been according to camelcamcelcamel.
And you're not sacrificing anything with a price this low, because this model is beyond impressive. It has a strong suction that works across all floor types. It even has a feature called Matrix Clean Navigation which helps it move in a precise grid and take multiple passes over heavy dirt to make sure no mess is left behind. It's perfect for homes with pets thanks to its self-cleaning brushroll and HEPA filtration. It also has a bagless base so the vacuum will self-empty. It will store this for up to 60 days, and only then do you need to empty it yourself.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 4 msgs/mo. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!The 360° LiDAR system is a great feature, helping the vacuum map your home accurately and clean methodically while detecting and avoiding objects. For battery life, you'll get up to 120 minutes of runtime, plus the Recharge and Resume feature means if it runs out mid clean, it will pick up where it left off after a quick recharge.
Pick up this robot vacuum deal for its best-ever price at Amazon.
SAVE $1,000: As of Nov. 18, the Bluetti Apex 300 is on sale for $1,399 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount on the list price and its best-ever price.
Opens in a new window Credit: Bluetti Bluetti Apex 300 $1,399 at AmazonPortable power stations are a hot product right now, and as we come into the winter months (aka the storm months), it’s easy to see why people are looking for something that keeps their phones, laptops, and appliances going during outages. And with Black Friday deals going live, it’s a good time to pick one up for way less than normal.
As of Nov. 18, the Bluetti Apex 300 is on sale for its lowest-ever price. Get this power station for $1,399 at Amazon. That's a $1,000 discount on the list price.
Mashable Deals Be the first to know! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Get editor selected deals texted right to your phone! Loading... Sign Me Up By signing up, you agree to receive recurring automated SMS marketing messages from Mashable Deals at the number provided. Msg and data rates may apply. Up to 4 msgs/mo. Reply STOP to opt out, HELP for help. Consent is not a condition of purchase. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Thanks for signing up!This is a great option for backup, whether at home, camping, or taking on an RV vacation. It has 2,764.8Wh of storage and 3,840W output, with the option to run two or three units in parallel for 5.5 to 8.3kWh. And you can power multiple devices at once thanks to its six AC outlets, allowing you to run things like refrigerators, AC units, and even EV chargers.
Charging options are flexible too, and include built-in 2,400W solar input (which is expandable to 6,400W), fast AC charging that reaches 80% in 45 minutes, and generator compatibility with most models. And with any product that has a high price tag, you want it to last. And thanks to the LiFePO4 battery, this model is rated for over 6,000 cycles and a lifespan of around 17 years, so you'll get your money's worth.
Pick up this great power station deal from Amazon. For more Black Friday deals on power stations, check out our breakdown of everything on sale right now.
TL;DR: Live stream Spain vs. Turkey in World Cup qualifiers for free on RTVE. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
Spain have absolutely strolled through World Cup qualification, winning every game and not conceding a single goal. In their final game, they face a Turkey team that has been nearly perfect. Turkey have only lost once, to Spain of course.
If you want to watch Spain vs. Turkey in World Cup qualifiers for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Spain vs. Turkey?Spain vs. Turkey in World Cup qualifiers kicks off at 7:45 p.m. GMT on Nov. 18. This fixture takes place at the Estadio La Cartuja.
How to watch Spain vs. Turkey for freeSpain vs. Turkey in World Cup qualifiers is available to live stream for free on RTVE.
RTVE is geo-restricted to Spain, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Spain, meaning you can access free live streams on RTVE from anywhere in the world.
Lve stream Spain vs. Turkey for free by following these simple steps:
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TL;DR: Live stream Scotland vs. Denmark in World Cup qualifiers for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
There is nothing quite like a winner-takes-all game. One point separates Denmark and Scotland in Group C of World Cup qualification, meaning that if Scotland win this final game against the Danes, they leapfrog their opponents and secure automatic passage to the main event next summer. It really doesn't get much bigger than this.
If you want to watch Scotland vs. Denmark in World Cup qualifiers for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Scotland vs. Denmark?Scotland vs. Denmark in World Cup qualifiers kicks off at 7:45 p.m. GMT on Nov. 18. This fixture takes place at Hampden Park.
How to watch Scotland vs. Denmark for freeScotland vs. Denmark in World Cup qualifiers is available to live stream for free on BBC iPlayer.
BBC iPlayer is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access free live streams on BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world.
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TL;DR: Live stream Brazil vs. Tunisia in an International Friendly for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
World Cup qualification is already sorted for Brazil, but now it's time to build some momentum and test out new lineups ahead of the main event. Fresh from beating Senegal 1-0 in their last International Friendly, Brazil now face Tunisia in Lille. We're expecting an entertaining tussle between two talented sides.
If you want to watch Brazil vs. Tunisia in an International Friendly for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Brazil vs. Tunisia?Brazil vs. Tunisia kicks off at 7:30 p.m. GMT on Nov. 18. This fixture takes place at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
How to watch Brazil vs. Tunisia for freeBrazil vs. Tunisia is available to live stream for free on ITVX+.
ITVX is geo-restricted to the UK, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in the UK, meaning you can access free live streams on ITVX from anywhere in the world.
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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Brazil vs. Tunisia without actually spending anything. This clearly isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select games before recovering your investment.
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What is the best VPN for ITVX?ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ITVX, for a number of reasons:
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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 also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee).
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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 large fruit.
SEE ALSO: Apple’s new M3 MacBook Air is $300 off at Amazon. And yes, I’m tempted. Hurdle Word 1 answerGOURD
Hurdle Word 2 hintTrash.
SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 18, 2025 Hurdle Word 2 AnswerWASTE
Hurdle Word 3 hintDemanding.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 18 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 18, 2025 Hurdle Word 3 answerBOSSY
Hurdle Word 4 hintMetamorphic rock.
SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for November 18 Hurdle Word 4 answerSLATE
Final Hurdle hintEnthusiasm.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Games available on Mashable Hurdle Word 5 answerVERVE
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There's still a small sliver of moon on display tonight, but not so much to see anything. This is because we're approaching the New Moon phase of the lunar cycle. Keep reading to find out what exactly this means.
What is today’s moon phase?As of Tuesday, Nov. 18, the moon phase is Waning Crescent. This means 3% of the moon is lit up tonight, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation.
Don't strain your eyes tonight, there's too little moon to see anything. As we move towards the next lunar cycle, the moon will be small (and even out of sight) for a few days.
When is the next full moon?The next full moon will be on Dec. 4, this will be the last of three consecutive supermoons. The last full moon was on Nov. 5.
What are moon phases?Moon phases are are part of a recurring lunar cycle (every 29.5 days), according to NASA. These phases describe how the moon appears from Earth as it orbits our planet. While we always see the same side of the moon, the amount of sunlight hitting it changes throughout its orbit. So, sometimes it looks full, sometimes half, and sometimes not there at all (aka, the New Moon). There are eight main moon phases:
New Moon - The moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it's invisible to the eye).
Waxing Crescent - A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).
First Quarter - Half of the moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-moon.
Waxing Gibbous - More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.
Full Moon - The whole face of the moon is illuminated and fully visible.
Waning Gibbous - The moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)
Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) - Another half-moon, but now the left side is lit.
Waning Crescent - A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.
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 November 8, 2025The 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 November 8, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 18 PipsEqual (6): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 6-2, placed vertically; 6-0, placed horizontally.
Equal (0): Everything in this space must be equal to 0. The answer is 6-0, placed horizontally; 0-0, placed vertically.
Number (8): Everything in this space must add to 8. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally.
Medium difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 18 PipsNumber (5): Everything in this space must add to 5. The answer is 1-4, placed horizontally.
Number (1): Everything in this space must add to 1. The answer is 1-0, placed vertically.
Equal (2): Everything in this light blue space must be equal to 2. The answer is 2-2, placed horizontally; 2-5, placed vertically; 2-0, placed horizontally.
Equal (0): Everything in this orange space must be equal to 0. The answer is 2-0, placed horizontally; 1-0, placed vertically.
Number (11): Everything in this space must add to 11. The answer is 1-6, placed vertically; 2-5, placed vertically.
Equal (3): Everything in this dark blue space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-6, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed horizontally.
Number (4): Everything in this space must add to 4. The answer is 3-4, placed horizontally.
Hard difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 18 PipsNumber (9): Everything in this orange space must add to 9. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally; 6-5, placed vertically.
Number (9): Everything in this purple space must add to 9. The answer is 6-5, placed vertically; 3-3, placed horizontally.
Number (3): Everything in this space must add to 3. The answer is 3-3, placed horizontally.
Number (9): Everything in this light blue space must add to 9. The answer is 5-2, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.
Number (9): Everything in this dark blue space must add to 9. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally; 2-2, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically; 2-6, placed vertically.
Number (9): Everything in this green space must add to 9. The answer is 2-6, placed vertically; 4-3, placed horizontally.
Equal (5): Everything in this space must be equal to 5. The answer is 5-5, placed horizontally.
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Today's Connections: Sports Edition isn't too bad if you're familiar with head coaches.
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: A natural
Green: Run in this
Blue: Lead playcaller
Purple: Summer events and people
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Special Ability
Green: Running Shoe Brands
Blue: NFL Head Coaches
Purple: Summer___
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #421 is...
What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?Special Ability - FLAIR, GIFT, SKILL, TALENT
Running Shoe Brands - ASCIS, BROOKS, HOKA, SAUCONY
NFL Head Coaches - HARBAUGH, PAYTON, RYANS, VRABEL
Summer___: LEAGUE, MCINTOSH, OLYMPICS, SANDERS
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.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
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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 to make people laugh.
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 November 18, 2025 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: A hoot
Green: Red veggies
Blue: Film stars
Purple: Setting
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Funny person
Green: Kinds of tomatoes
Blue: Best actress Oscar winners
Purple: Ending in synonyms for "location"
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #891 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayFunny person: CLOWN, JOKER, LAUGH, RIOT
Kinds of tomatoes: CHERRY, GRAPE, PLUM, ROMA
Best actress Oscar winners: BERRY, MADISON, STONE, SWANK
Ending in synonyms for "location": COMMONPLACE, NEEDLEPOINT, PARASITE, SUNSPOT
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 November 18, 2025Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.
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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections.
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're disorganized.
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 November 18, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 18, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: All mixed upThe words are related to organization.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words describe things that are in disarray.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is Out of Order.
NYT Strands word list for November 18Jumbled
Scrambled
Out of Order
Chaotic
Shuffled
Muddled
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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Strands.
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're opinionated.
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 November 18, 2025 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 November 18, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:To suggest.
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 O.
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.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today's Wordle is...
OPINE
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.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.
SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 18, 2025Reporting 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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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Wordle.
If you hate the idea of your information being used to train AI, you're going to love the minor but vital tweak Apple just made to the iOS App Store.
"You must clearly disclose where personal data will be shared with third parties, including with third-party AI," the company told app developers — adding that all apps must "obtain explicit permission before doing so."
The updated language — Apple's first guidance on third-party AI — is part of a document called App Review Guidelines. And lest the name fool you, the introduction makes clear that adhering to these guidelines is pretty much mandatory.
"We will reject apps for any content or behavior that we believe is over the line," Apple tells developers later in the guidelines. "What line, you ask? Well, as a Supreme Court Justice once said, 'I'll know it when I see it.' And we think that you will also know it when you cross it."
The update, which dropped last week, marks the first time that AI has even been mentioned in the guidelines. Apple under CEO Tim Cook has been highly skeptical about AI, slow to include AI features in Siri, and sometimes hesitant to even use the letters "AI"; Cook has preferred to use the similar term "machine learning" in past keynotes.
Sourcing data to train AI models has become one of the most legally contentious activities in Silicon Valley. (Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, filed a lawsuit in April against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.)
And even Apple, the AI laggard that is reportedly going to use Google Gemini to power Siri soon, isn't immune.
Last month saw two lawsuits alleging Apple has improperly used other people's work for its own AI training. In separate filings, two neuroscientists and two authors said Cook's company had used data from "shadow libraries," or pirated content available online.
While Apple's response remains to be seen, the legal landscape doesn't look all that promising for the company. AI giant Anthropic settled a class-action lawsuit over shadow library usage in September for $1.5 billion.
But at least Apple can now legitimately claim to be protecting its users from AI data-scraping within its apps.
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