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• Meta VR glasses vs Meta Quest 3: How they compare

  24-09-2026 19:41 via mashable.com
  
  At Meta Connect on Wednesday night, Mark Zuckerberg unveiled what could be the next frontier of VR hardware for the company: the Meta VR glasses.These new specs blend the form factor of regular smart glasses with the stereoscopic 3D and virtual reality capabilities of a Quest headset. But how, exactly, do these glasses compare with the Quest 3? We can't directly test the glasses just yet, but even on paper, there are some notable differences to consider.SEE ALSO:Meta's new VR glasses: We tried t
  
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• How Jeep is charting a new course for its marketing

  25-09-2026 16:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  New campaign “This Is Jeep Country” celebrates the brand’s American heritage, while multicultural extensions speak to a fragmented landscape.
  
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• Campaign Trail: Brooklinen goes in-house for first celebrity-led effort

  25-09-2026 14:00 via marketingdive.com
  
  Laura Jacobs, CMO at the DTC bedding brand, details a “Best. Sheets. Ever” campaign that taps cultural figures spanning comedy, music and sports.
  
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• We found the best early Prime Day Apple Watch deal — save $30 on the Apple Watch SE 3

  25-09-2026 10:00 via mashable.com
  
  Do you feel that chill in the air? Fall is here, which means so is the holiday shopping season. To kick things off, Amazon is bringing back Prime Big Deal Days. Running Oct. 6 and 7, the event is essentially Amazon's way of kicking off holiday shopping before Black Friday. We're gearing up for the event and hunting deals on all the top brands, including Apple.We're on the hunt for Apple Watch deals and have been admittedly a little disappointed. We've found one great deal on an Apple Watch, but
  
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• How to watch Italy vs. Belgium online for free

  25-09-2026 10:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Watch Italy vs. Belgium in the Nations League for free on RaiPlay. Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The UEFA Nations League is back, and for Italy, that means a chance at rebuilding its status after missing out on a string of tournaments. Belgium did qualify for this summer's World Cup, only exiting in the quarter-final stage at the hands of eventual winners Spain. They'll fancy their chances against a struggling Italy.If you're interested i
  
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• How to watch Turkey vs. France online for free

  25-09-2026 09:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Watch Turkey vs. France in the Nations League for free on TF1. Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The UEFA Nations League is back with a stacked schedule of high-profile matchups, including Turkey vs. France. The hosts had a hugely disappointing 2026 World Cup, dropping out in the group stage. At one stage, it looked like France were going to dominate the competition, but they eventually fell to Spain at the semi-final stage.Zinedine Zidane is
  
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• How to watch Backrooms: The A24 horror hits streaming for spooky season

  25-09-2026 09:00 via mashable.com
  
  I would've never guessed that a movie based on a viral YouTube found-footage series based on an unsettling old 4chan post would become the highest-grossing film in A24's history, but here we are. Backrooms took the box office by storm this summer, earning over $350 million worldwide on a $10 million budget.The best ways to watch 'Backrooms' at home, at a glance:Watch nowBuy or rent 'Backrooms' on Prime Video$19.99 or $7.99Shop NowWatch nowBuy or rent 'Backrooms' on Apple TV$19.99 or $7.99Get Dea
  
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• Hurdle hints and answers for September 25, 2026

  25-09-2026 06:00 via mashable.com
  
  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 pr
  
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• NYT Strands hints, answers for September 25, 2026

  25-09-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you're good at math.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 phr
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 25, 2026

  25-09-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers.Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle, and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need.While we are focused more on meanings than hints in this story, sometimes learning that many of the words have completely unrelated meaning
  
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• NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 25, 2026

  25-09-2026 04:00 via mashable.com
  
  The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you like the finer things in life.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 j
  
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• Wordle today: Answer, hints for September 25, 2026

  25-09-2026 03:00 via mashable.com
  
  Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love greenery.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 September 25, 2026
  Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by enginee
  
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• We like the taste of this deal ahead of October Prime Day — save $200 on a DeLonghi espresso machine

  25-09-2026 00:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: As of Sept. 24, the De'Longhi Magnifica Duo espresso machine is available for $799.95 at Amazon. That's a $200 saving on the regular list price of $999.95.Opens in a new windowCredit: De'LonghiDe'Longhi Magnifica Duo Espresso Machine$799.95 at Amazon $999.95 Save $200 Get DealGood quality coffee tastes good, but it doesn't come cheap. That's true whether you're buying just one cup on the go or a coffee machine. Of course, it makes sense to fork out for a coffee machine — it wil
  
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• Learn on your own time with 9 CompTIA exam prep courses for just $24.99

  25-09-2026 00:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Get 9 CompTIA certification prep courses covering A+, Security+, Network+, Cloud+, Linux+, PenTest+, and more for $24.99 (reg. $269.91).Opens in a new windowCredit: CompTIAThe 2026 CompTIA Certification Training: Complete Exam Prep Bundle$24.99 $269.91 Save $244.92 Get DealStudying for an IT certification doesn’t necessarily require going back to school or building your week around a class schedule. The 2026 CompTIA Certification Training: Complete Exam Prep Bundle is on sale f
  
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• Join BJ’s for just $15 before holiday shopping gets serious

  25-09-2026 00:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: New members can get a one-year BJ’s Club Membership with BJ’s Easy Renewal for just $15 (reg. $60), just in time for fall fun and holiday stock-up season.Opens in a new windowCredit: BJ's Wholesale Club1-Year BJ's Club Membership with BJ's Easy Renewal$15 $60 Save $45 Get DealThere may be no better season for discovering what a warehouse club can do than fall. Spooky finds are showing up, holiday prep isn’t far behind, and new members can get a one-year BJ’s C
  
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• ChatGPT or Claude? For just $40, you can ask them both (and many others).

  25-09-2026 00:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Get AskAnyModel AI Pro for life for $39.99 and access 50+ AI models, compare up to six responses at once, and generate unlimited AI images across supported models.Opens in a new windowCredit: AskAnyModelAskAnyModel AI Pro Plan: Lifetime Subscription$39.99 $499 Save $459.01 Get DealHaving a favorite AI model is fine — and is actually pretty common. Keeping GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and a handful of others scattered across separate tabs is where things get messy. AskAnyModel AI
  
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• This Toshiba art TV is a picturesque deal at this price — get it now with a huge saving of $900

  24-09-2026 23:00 via mashable.com
  
  SAVE $900: As of Sept. 24, the Toshiba 65-inch G700 Series ArtVision 4K TV is on sale for $1,099.99 at Amazon. That's $900 off its full price of $1,999.99.Opens in a new windowCredit: ToshibaToshiba 65-inch G700 Series ArtVision 4K TV$1,099.99 at Amazon $1,999.99 Save $900 Get DealBargain hunters know that there are few greater pleasures than a big deal on a big TV. There's a reason that Black Friday used to be a stampede of shoppers towards the TV aisle. Thankfully, the next major sale eve
  
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• How to watch Australia vs. Brazil online for free

  24-09-2026 23:00 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Watch Australia vs. Brazil in an International Friendly for free on Network 10. Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The footballing world is largely focused on the Nations League this week, but there are some really interesting friendly fixtures on the schedule. That includes Australia vs. Brazil, a potentially tricky matchup for the visitors. Carlo Ancelotti's team will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing World Cup exit at the hands of Norwa
  
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• 15 early October Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by our gadget experts

  24-09-2026 22:51 via mashable.com
  
  Early October Prime Day tech deals at a glance:Best earbuds dealApple AirPods 4$99(save $30)Get DealBest Amazon device dealAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus$24.99(save $45 with code STREAM4K)Get DealBest smartwatch dealGarmin vívoactive 6 (42mm)$229.99(save $70)Get DealBest laptop dealApple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5 Max, 36GB RAM, 2TB SSD)$3,499(save $600)Get DealBest TV dealTCL 85-inch QM8L SQD-Mini-LED QLED 4K TV$2,497.99(save $1,502)Get DealBest gaming deal"The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Ti
  
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• Discord now checks your age based on your activity and other factors

  24-09-2026 22:44 via mashable.com
  
  Back in early February, popular messaging app Discord announced that it would roll out age verification in order to keep its teenage users safe on the platform. By the end of the month, after facing significant backlash, Discord announced that it would be pausing that rollout while addressing some of the issues.According to Discord, those age verification checks will now be rolling out.Discord has launched a system that already estimates users' ages based on several factors, such as general acti
  
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• Google provides more Demand Gen ad features

  24-09-2026 22:36 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  Updates like affiliate location extensions in Google Maps and one-click ads on YouTube Shorts are meant to speed up conversions.
  
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• Instagram chief shares algorithm insights and posting tips

  24-09-2026 22:05 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  In a new series of videos, chief Adam Mosseri addresses concerns about algorithmic influence and suggests how creators can improve their results.
  
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• YouTube refuses to join Meta settlement on teen harms

  24-09-2026 22:02 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  CEO Neal Mohan told CNN this week that YouTube has invested heavily in safety measures for young users and will continue to do so.
  
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• LinkedIn shares insights into key B2B buying behaviors

  24-09-2026 21:59 via socialmediatoday.com
  
  The data suggests that marketers should enact promotions with longer lead-in promotions to tap into early discovery.
  
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• Hulu and Disney+ price hikes: How the new prices compare to Netflix, Apple TV, HBO Max

  24-09-2026 18:57 via mashable.com
  
  Gas, groceries, smartphones, and your favorite streaming platform. The cost of all those things just continues to go up.The latest streamer to roll out a price hike? Disney+ and Hulu.Just one year after Disney last raised the price of Disney+ and Hulu monthly subscriptions, they're doing it again. Disney+ and Hulu will now cost $21.49 each per month for the ad-free tier and $12.49 per month for the tier with ads. That's an increase of $2.50 and 50 cents per month, respectively.The Disney+/Hulu b
  
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• From Clippy to Jolly: Why tech keeps putting a cute face on its products

  24-09-2026 18:51 via mashable.com
  
  Before you hand over your inbox to an AI assistant, perhaps you’d like to meet a little guy.His name is Jolly. He’s cute, cheerful-looking, and the default mascot for Meta’s Muse AI assistant. He also gives a friendly face to Meta’s much bigger ambition of making its AI part of your everyday life.At Meta Connect on Sept. 23, Mark Zuckerberg showed off Muse and introduced Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-like handheld device for interacting with the assistant on the go. With Jolly
  
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• Musk documentary trailer is finally here

  24-09-2026 18:15 via mashable.com
  
  The official trailer for Musk, filmmaker Alex Gibney's documentary on Elon Musk, has arrived.The two-minute and 24-second trailer was released today and, like the teaser from earlier this month, sets the tone for what to expect when the movie hits theaters next month."Elon Musk is one of the most controversial figures in the world," says Gibney in a voiceover that kicks off the trailer. "So, I decided to make him a subject of my next film." "But it soon became clear, Elon would not par
  
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• iOS 27.2 beta arrives. How to try the new iPhone Health app.

  24-09-2026 18:11 via mashable.com
  
  Apple has a new iOS beta out for anyone who wants to test new iPhone features early.This time, it's a public beta for iOS 27.2. You might be wondering: Where is iOS 27.1? The answer is a bit odd: Apple is launching the first big iOS 27 update with the iPhone Duo in October, so to keep iPhone Duo-specific features under wraps, the company is beta testing iOS 27.2 first. That means you're unlikely to find any nuggets of info about the iPhone Duo in the iOS 27.2 beta, but fret not, as there is stil
  
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• Dunkin is giving away 1 million free coffees on Sept. 24 — how to claim yours (code live now)

  24-09-2026 18:04 via mashable.com
  
  TL;DR: Dunkin' is giving away 1 million free drinks on Sept. 24. The promo code has now dropped — use code JUST4U to claim.Dunkin' is giving away 1 million free drinks, again. That seems like an absolutely wild promotion, but Dunkin' actually does this kind of thing fairly regularly. That doesn't make it any less exciting, and the process of claiming remains the same.The code JUST4U went live on Sept. 24, and now everyone will rush to claim one of the free drinks. These freebies go quickly
  
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• I made my own stickers with Cricuts new StickerPix machines, and you can too

  24-09-2026 18:00 via mashable.com
  
  Cricut has made a name for itself in the crafting and DIY space. Its makers are huge on wedding planning TikTok, staples in craft rooms, and even inspired recreations of Taylor Swift's "Stevie Knicks" T-shirt.As of Sept. 24, Cricut is adding two new machines to its lineup: The Cricut StickerPix Print + Cut and the Cricut StickerPix Print — both available now. Other Cricut machines can be used to make stickers, but these are the first dedicated sticker makers from the brand. I got to play a
  
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