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Take Command of Your Powerful New Smartphone Camera

NYT Technology - Wed, 11/26/2025 - 09:00
This year’s high-end models from Apple and Google raise the bar for mobile photography, but users should take the time to learn the settings and features.

Fears About A.I. Prompt Talks of Super PACs to Rein In the Industry

NYT Technology - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 18:58
As artificial intelligence companies prepare to pour money into the midterm elections, some in the A.I. world are hatching plans of their own to curb the industry’s influence.

The Interview: How Wikipedia Is Responding to the Culture Wars

NYT Technology - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 07:00
Attacks against the site are piling up. Its co-founder says, Trust the process.

What Is Agentic A.I., and Would You Trust It to Book a Flight?

NYT Technology - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 05:02
Companies are racing to develop artificial intelligence tools that can make reservations for flights, hotels and more on your behalf. Here’s what to know.

A.I. Can Do More of Your Shopping This Holiday Season

NYT Technology - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 05:01
New tools and features from retailers and tech companies use artificial intelligence to help people find gifts and make decisions about their shopping lists.

I’m a Professor. A.I. Has Changed My Classroom, but Not for the Worse.

NYT Technology - Tue, 11/25/2025 - 05:00
My students’ easy access to chatbots forced me to make humanities instruction even more human.

RealPage Agrees to Settle Federal Rent-Collusion Case

NYT Technology - Mon, 11/24/2025 - 19:39
The Justice Department had accused the real estate software company of enabling landlords to charge tenants more than free-market rates.

An Auto Holy Grail: Motors That Don’t Rely on Chinese Rare Earths

NYT Technology - Mon, 11/24/2025 - 12:06
Weary of being captive to geopolitics, car companies are looking for ways to replace powerful rare-earth magnets in electric motors.

What is Blockchain: Everything You Need to Know (2025)

Tech Crunch - Mon, 11/24/2025 - 04:21
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X Displays Users’ Locations, Fueling Scrutiny Over Political Accounts

NYT Technology - Mon, 11/24/2025 - 03:49
Online sleuths quickly found that some accounts posting about U.S. politics, including those in support of the MAGA movement, appeared not to be based in the United States.

How OpenAI’s Changes Sent Some Users Spiraling

NYT Technology - Sun, 11/23/2025 - 05:01
OpenAI adjusted ChatGPT’s settings, which left some users spiraling, according to our reporting. Kashmir Hill, who reports on technology and privacy, describes what the company has done about the users’ troubling reports.

What OpenAI Did When ChatGPT Users Lost Touch With Reality

NYT Technology - Sun, 11/23/2025 - 05:00
In tweaking its chatbot to appeal to more people, OpenAI made it riskier for some of them. Now the company has made its chatbot safer. Will that undermine its quest for growth?

A.I. Toy Bear Speaks of Sex, Knives and Pills, Consumer Group Warns

NYT Technology - Sat, 11/22/2025 - 16:10
The chatter left startled adults unsure whether they heard correctly. Testers warned that interactive toys like this one could allow children to stray into inappropriate exchanges.

Cryptology Group Held an Election, but Can’t Decrypt the Results

NYT Technology - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 17:13
A global group of researchers was unable to read the vote tally, after an official lost one of three secret code keys needed to unlock a hyper-secure election system.

The Fate of Google’s Ad Tech Monopoly Is Now in a Judge’s Hands

NYT Technology - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 15:19
A judge queried lawyers about whether a breakup made sense during closing arguments on how to fix the tech giant’s dominance in online advertising.

We Asked Roblox’s C.E.O. About Child Safety. It Got Tense.

NYT Technology - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 07:00
This week the company announced that it would require users to undergo an A.I.-powered age estimation process in order to chat with others on the platform. Will this change reassure parents?

Shop the best Samsung The Frame TV deals over Black Friday — record-low prices are live right now on Amazon and Best Buy

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 06:20
Best early Black Friday Samsung The Frame TV deals Best 55-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 55-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) 799.99 (save $700) Get Deal Best 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 65-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) 999.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal Best 75-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Samsung 75-Inch Class The Frame Pro LS03FW 4K Neo QLED Mini LED TV (2025) 1997.99 (save $1,000) Get Deal

Black Friday doesn't officially start until Nov. 28, but most retailers have been dropping deals throughout the month. Best Buy and Amazon are leading the charge at this early stage, and that includes some of the most popular TVs from the biggest brands.

In particular, some of Samsung's The Frame TVs have dropped to seriously low prices. If you're unfamiliar with these TVs, they double as an art display when you're not watching, so you can throw up some nice artwork or photos to display when the TV isn't being used.

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If you've had your eye on one of these sleek displays, we've gathered up some of the best early Black Friday deals from the likes of Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart right now. As Black Friday continues, we'll be sure to update this with even more The Frame TV deals that cross our radar.

For now, check out our top discounted picks below. And for even more discounts on TVs, check out our breakdown of the best early Black Friday TV deals.

Best early Black Friday 55-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 55-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) $799.99 at Best Buy
$1,499.99 Save $700   Get Deal Why we like it

If you're not looking to splash out on a massive TV ahead of the holidays, the 55-inch Samsung The Frame is a nice size to work with. And this discount is absolutely worth taking advantage of. Best Buy has slashed $700 off this model, making for almost 50% off its list price (46.7%, to be exact).

Down to $799.99, this TV will set you up with a 4K resolution, QLED display to catch all of your favorite shows and films in crisp, colorful quality. And for when it's not being used, it can display some lovely art, such as some pieces from New York's Museum of Modern Art.

Best early Black Friday 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-Inch Class LS03D The Frame Series QLED 4K TV (2024) $999.99 at Best Buy
$1,999.99 Save $1,000   Get Deal Why we like it

For those looking to invest in a slightly larger TV for their home, Best Buy's also offering an excellent discount on its 65-inch Samsung The Frame TV. This model has dropped by a whopping $1,000 as part of the retailer's Black Friday sale, allowing you to scoop it up for $999.99 instead of $1,999.99.

Best early Black Friday 75-inch Samsung The Frame TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 75-Inch Class The Frame Pro LS03FW 4K Neo QLED Mini LED TV (2025) $1,997.99 at Amazon
$2,997.99 Save $1,000.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Samsung's 75-inch The Frame Pro is a great pickup for anyone hoping to go big this year. Over at Amazon, the Samsung 75-inch The Frame Pro has dropped from $2,997.99 to $1,997.99, saving you $1,000. It's worth noting that this TV is being sold by Walts TV. We generally don't recommend shopping with third-party sellers, so buyer beware. Check reviews and make your decision carefully.

This display is a Neo QLED TV, which Mashable's Leah Stodart described in her CES 2025 coverage as, "Samsung's term of endearment for mini LED, which offer more precise lighting due to their ability to be individually controlled, and the fact that there are more of them (compared to larger LED bulbs)." It also comes with Samsung's Vision AI and Pantone Validated Artful Color. To learn more, check out our breakdown of what to know about Samsung's The Frame Pro from when it was released.

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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 21, 2025

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 06:10

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be a good time if you're familiar with Florida sports.

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.

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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.

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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 categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

  • Yellow: Splashing about

  • Green: Scoring

  • Blue: Player-related

  • Purple: Same first word

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:

  • Yellow: Four primary swimming strokes

  • Green: Touchdown

  • Blue: Associated with John Elway

  • Purple: Big ____

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 #424 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

  • Four primary swimming strokes - BACK, BREAST, FLY, FREE

  • Touchdown - 6, PAYDIRT, TD, TUDDY

  • Associated with John Elway - 7, BRONCOS, NO. 1 PICK, STANFORD

  • Big ____ - 12, DANCE, LEAGUES, TEN

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.

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

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

NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for November 21, 2025

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 06:04

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

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

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

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

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, Nov. 21, 2025:

AcrossPump iron

  • The answer is Lift.

Peer

  • The answer is Equal.

Like the music of Rick James and James Brown

  • The answer is Funky.

Animal that can't change its stripes, per an old adage

  • The answer is Tiger.

Pointed part of a fork

  • The answer is Tine.

DownDominant hand for Shohei Ohtani when batting, but not pitching

  • The answer is Left.

Resignation proclamation

  • The answer is I Quit.

Mushrooms, mold, mildew, etc.

  • The answer is Fungi.

"Is this seat ___?"

  • The answer is Taken.

U-shaped instrument in ancient Greece

  • The answer is Lyre.

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

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

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

Nintendo Switch deals are live ahead of Black Friday: Best-ever prices on games, controllers, accessories, and more

Mashable - Fri, 11/21/2025 - 06:03
Best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals at a glance: Best Nintendo Switch game deal Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition (Switch 1) $39.99 (save $45) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch Controller deal 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller $55.99 (save $14) Get Deal Best Nintendo Switch Storage Deal Lexar 512GB Play PRO microSD Express Card $99.49 (save $20.50) Get Deal

Wait a minute, before you go and waste your money on things you actually need this Black Friday like a washing machine and rent, you need to check out these Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 Black Friday deals. I'm just messing around, but there are some truly amazing early Black Friday Switch deals on controllers, accessories, and most importantly, games.

SEE ALSO: The 17 best Advent calendars to buy in November. Take advantage of early Black Friday sales.

Frankly, it's great to see deals on Nintendo Switch 2 games considering it hasn't been available for that long. There's plenty of stocking fillers and backlog stuffers to choose from right now. I've also labelled which each deal is compatible with the Switch 1, Switch 2, or both consoles, so you know exactly what you're buying.

Best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch game deal Opens in a new window Credit: Square Enix Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition (Switch 1) $39.99 at Amazon
$74.99 Save $35.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Nearly half off for every 2D Final Fantasy game? Yes please.There's some great quality of life upgrades spread across FF I-VI including an updated HUD, HD character sprites, a rearranged soundtrack by original composer Nobuo Uematsu, and auto battle options. Plus you get a free sticker sheet. Winner!

More Black Friday Nintendo Switch game dealsBest early Black Friday Nintendo Switch controller deal Opens in a new window Credit: 8BitDo 8BitDo Pro 3 Bluetooth Controller $55.99 at Amazon
$69.99 Save $14.00   Get Deal Why we like it

Nice button action, amazing erganomics, and plenty of features such as complex macros, interchangable A, B, X, and Y buttons, and adjustable triggers. It's a very close call between the Pro 3 and the Ultimate 2 from 8BitDo, and don't get me started on the Arcade stick, but the Pro 3 wins for me personally. This gets picked up over my Switch Pro controller every day of the week.

More budget Black Friday Nintendo Switch controller dealsBest early Black Friday Nintendo Switch accessory deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lexar Lexar 512GB Play PRO microSD Express Card $99.49 at Amazon
$199.99 Save $100.50   Get Deal Why we like it

Getting twice the normal storage to plug into your Nintendo Switch 2 is a godsend if you're bringing a big Nintendo Switch library with you. This 512gb Lexar option does the job well with $20.50 knocked off, so you're getting all of this extra storage for less than $100. That's enough room to fit an extra 20-51 Nintendo Switch 2 games between 10-25GB in size and even more Switch 1 titles.

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