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Hurdle hints and answers for September 12, 2025

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 show ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

How to watch Pakistan vs. Oman online for free

TL;DR: Pakistan vs.

Oman in the 2025 Asia Cup is available to live stream for free on Tamasha.

Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 Asia Cup is delivering a massive matchup almost e ... Read More

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Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on September 12, 2025

Wondering whats happening with the moon tonight? Wonder no more, keep reading to find out where we are in the lunar cycle.

The lunar cycle a series of eight unique phases of the moons visibility.

The whole cycle takes about 29.

5 day ... Read More

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The best automatic cat feeders for your furry friend

If you have a busy lifestyle, a cat can be a great pet.

Because cats are independent enough to do their own thing when youre not around.

The one thing you do need to be around for though, is feeding time.

So, if you plan on being a ... Read More

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The best humidifiers for a healthier home

Are you an allergy sufferer? Heres something you may not know: Its no just the outside world — all the pollution and pollen — thats aggravating your allergies and asthma.

Dry air inside your home can also contribute to these irritating health issu ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

Apple Watch hypertension alerts cleared by FDA for new and old watches

Starting next week, Apple’s new hypertension notification feature will be coming to Watch Series 9 and later and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later with the launch of watchOS 26.

That’s according to an emailed statement from Apple spokesperson Zaina Kh ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

Asus gives its $4,000 creator laptop a 4K tandem OLED and RTX 5090

Asus’ ProArt P16 laptop is getting RTX 50-series GPUs and a unique new screen in its high-end configuration.

Its biggest upgrades include Nvidia’s top-tier RTX 5090 mobile GPU and a bright 16-inch 3840 x 2400 tandem OLED touchscreen, capable of up ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

Microsoft avoids EU fine after Slack complained about Teams bundling

Microsoft has avoided a fine from the European Commission after it was charged with EU antitrust violations for bundling its Teams app with Office 365 and Microsoft 365 subscriptions.

The European Commission says it has accepted commitments from M ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

How to get the iPhone 17 Pro for free with a generous trade-in deal at Verizon

FREE IPHONE: As of Sept. 12, Verizon is offering up to $1,100 off any iPhone 17 with select phone trade-ins.

Earlier this week, Apple announced the new line of iPhones, including the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The new range goes on presale on Sept. 12, with the official launch date on Friday, Sept. 19. If youve been eyeing up these new iPhones, Verizon is offering a smart and free way to nab something for nothing.

The service provider is offering up to $1,100 (the cost of the iPhone 17 Pro) off a new iPhone 17 when you trade in your old phone and sign up for an eligible unlimited plan. Verizon says the trade-in can be in any condition, guaranteed.

If this doesnt appeal to you, Verizon is offering more than just iPhone deals. Get up to $400 off a new Apple Watch when you trade in any eligible smartwatch on Unlimited Plus, or if you buy a new iPhone 17 Pro on Unlimited Ultimate with select trade-in, youll get the Apple Watch Series 11 and iPad (A16) for free, the Apple Watch SE 3 or Apple Watch Series 11 for free, or $500 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3.

The new iPhone 17 lineup comes with Apple’s latest A19 chip, so these phones will all offer superfast performance. They also have the new N1 wireless chip that supports WiFi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. All models have bright OLED displays with ProMotion up to 120Hz and an always-on option, while cameras start at 48MP with the Pro versions offering an ultra-wide and telephoto lenses up to 8× optical zoom. Storage begins at 256GB across the board, with the higher-end models going up to 2TB.

Get this Verizon iPhone deal before launch.

Topics Apple iPhone Verizon

Lois Mackenzie is a freelance reporter at Mashable. Over the years she has written for many publications, covering everything from the local news to the best pair of running shoes. You can find bylines in publications including Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, usually covering deals on everything from earbuds to TVs, or guides on how to beat your half marathon time.

Lois also holds a Masters degree in Digital Journalism from Strathclyde University and obtained a Master of Arts in English Literature at the University of Aberdeen.

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The eero Max 7 mesh WiFi system is down to its lowest price in 2025 — save $340 at Amazon

SAVE $340: As of Sept.

12, the eero Max 7 mesh WiFi system is on sale for $1,359.

99 at Amazon.

Thats a 20% saving on the list price.

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SAVE $340: As of Sept. 12, the eero Max 7 mesh WiFi system is on sale for $1,359.99 at Amazon. Thats a 20% saving on the list price.

Few things in life are as frustrating as a slow connecton. Laggy video calls, a Netflix show that wont stop buffering, and devices that just wont connect. It really makes you want to throw your router out the window. If you work from home regularly, have a lot of WiFi-connected devices, or need a solid connection for your workplace, this latest Amazon discount is one to carefully consider.

As of Sept. 12, you can find incredible deals on mesh router systems at Amazon, including this great deal on the eero Max 7 mesh WiFi system. Right now youll find this product reduced to $1,359.99, saving you 20% on the original price. This discount is specific to the three-pack option, but you can find deals across all bundles.

A mesh WiFi system includes a main router and two nodes (satellites) placed around your home. They work together to eliminate dead zones, making sure you have reliable WiFi coverage all over your space. This model boasts WiFi 7 technology, so the router ensures fast and reliable connectivity for the entire household. The TrueMesh technology reduces dead spots and dropped signals, keeping your smart home running smoothly even when you’re away.

For coverage, enjoy an incredible 7,500 square feet of buffer-free connectivity and the capability to connect more than 200 devices.

Banish bad connections and get this mesh router deal from Amazon.

Topics Amazon Streaming

Lois Mackenzie is a freelance reporter at Mashable. Over the years she has written for many publications, covering everything from the local news to the best pair of running shoes. You can find bylines in publications including Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, usually covering deals on everything from earbuds to TVs, or guides on how to beat your half marathon time.

Lois also holds a Masters degree in Digital Journalism from Strathclyde University and obtained a Master of Arts in English Literature at the University of Aberdeen.

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The best gaming keyboards of 2025

The best gaming keyboards bring a greater feeling of comfort and control to your PC play time, whether you’re sinking into a 100-hour RPG or sweating through an online shooter.

They may not always feel as premium for typing as a good custom mechan ... Read More

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The best gaming keyboards bring a greater feeling of comfort and control to your PC play time, whether you’re sinking into a 100-hour RPG or sweating through an online shooter. They may not always feel as premium for typing as a good custom mechanical keyboard, but they’re usually a nice upgrade over the ordinary keyboards sitting around the office. To help anyone looking to upgrade, I’ve spent more time researching gaming keyboards than any person reasonably should, testing dozens of well-reviewed models along the way. Whether you want something mini, analog, wireless or just plain cheap, these are the best I’ve used.

To be clear, any keyboard can be a “gaming keyboard.” If you play lots of video games and have never sighed to yourself, “man, this keyboard is holding me back,” congratulations, you probably don’t need to pay extra for a new one. Self-proclaimed gaming keyboards often come at a premium, and while the best offer high-quality designs, snazzy RGB lighting and a few genuinely worthwhile features, none of them will give you god-like skill, nor will they suddenly turn bad games into good ones.

Now that we’ve touched grass, I did prioritize some features while researching this guide. First, I mostly stuck to mechanical keyboards, not laptop-style membrane models. They can be loud, but they’re more durable, customizable and broadly satisfying to press — all positive traits for a product you may use for hours-long gaming sessions.

Next, I preferred tenkeyless (TKL) or smaller layouts. It’s totally fine to use a full-size board if you really want a number pad, but a compact model gives you more space to flick your mouse around. It also lets you keep your mouse closer to your body, which can reduce the tension placed on your arms and shoulders.

Linear switches, which are often branded as “red,” are generally favored by gamers. These give keystrokes a smooth feel from top to bottom, with no tactile “bump” that could make fast, repeated presses less consistent. They usually require little force to actuate, and they tend to be quiet. However, if you prefer the feel and/or sound of a more tactile or clicky switch, get one of those instead. You might lose some speed in esports-style games, but nothing is more important than your comfort.

Some gaming keyboards are based on different mechanisms entirely. Optical switches, for instance, use a beam of light to register keystrokes, while Hall effect switches use magnets. These often feel linear, but they allow for a more versatile set of gaming-friendly features, such as the ability to set custom actuation points, assign multiple commands to one key and repeat key presses faster. In general, they’re faster and more durable too.

This analog-style functionality has become the big trend in the gaming keyboard market over the last few years. Most of the major keyboard brands now sell at least one model with Hall effect switches and, based on my testing, it’s easy to see why: Many of their customizations really can give you a more granular (yet still fair) sense of control, especially in more competitive games. Consequently, many of our picks below are built with the tech.

Keyboards with these kind of features usually aren’t cheap, however, and they’re far from essential for those who mainly play single-player games. Some of their tricks have also stirred up controversy: One known as SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) cleaning allows you to activate two different directional keys at the same time, making it possible to, among other things, achieve impossibly perfect strafing in shooting games. A few games such as Counter-Strike 2 have banned the feature as a result, though it can still be a fun thing to play around with in games that don’t involve other people. SOCD isn’t limited to magnetic switches either; some mechanical keyboards support it too.

A small handful of recent keyboards have shipped with inductive switches, which promise the adjustable actuation features of Hall effect keyboards but with better battery efficiency. We haven’t been able to test one of these just yet, but we’ll look to do so in the future.

Regardless of switch type, you want a frame that doesn’t flex under pressure, keys that don’t wobble and stabilizers that don’t rattle when you hit larger keys like the spacebar. I prefer double-shot PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) keycaps over those that use cheaper ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) plastic, as they won’t develop a greasy shine over time and their icons are less likely to fade. A hot-swappable PCB (printed circuit board) that makes it easy to change switches if the mood arises is ideal, as are dedicated media keys.

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12/09/2025 - Source: www.engadget.com

How to watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of San Marino online for free

TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of San Marino for free on ServusTV.

Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

Marc Marquez has an extremely healthy lead at the top of the 2025 MotoGP stand ... Read More

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on September 12, 2025

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

The best humidifiers for a healthier home

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

The best automatic cat feeders for your furry friend

12/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

Hurdle hints and answers for September 11, 2025

11/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

How to watch Bangladesh vs. Hong Kong online for free

TL;DR: Bangladesh vs.

Hong Kong in the 2025 Asia Cup is available to live stream for free on Tamasha.

Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The 2025 Asia Cup is off to a flying start, and wer ... Read More

11/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on September 11, 2025

Wondering why the moon looks a little smaller tonight? Thats because weve just hit day 19 of the lunar cycle.

The lunar cycle a series of eight unique phases of the moons visibility.

The whole cycle takes about 29.

5 days, according ... Read More

11/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

The 15-inch MacBook Air M4 is still down to its best-ever price at Amazon

SAVE $200: As of Sept.

11, the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 is on sale for $1,199 at Amazon.

Thats $200 off list price and the lowest-ever price for this model.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 15-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 $1,19 ... Read More

11/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

The Download: Trump’s impact on science, and meet our climate and energy honorees

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.

How Trump’s policies are affecting early-career scientists—in their own words Every year MIT Technology Revie ... Read More

17/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.

We can’t “make American children healthy again” without tackling the gun crisis This week, the Trump administ ... Read More

17/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: Trump’s impact on science, and meet our climate and energy honorees

17/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

17/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: meet our AI innovators, and what happens when therapists use AI covertly

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.

Meet the AI honorees on our 35 Innovators Under 35 list for 2025 Each year, we select 35 outstanding individu ... Read More

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: Trump’s impact on science, and meet our climate and energy honorees

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: meet our AI innovators, and what happens when therapists use AI covertly

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: Trump’s impact on science, and meet our climate and energy honorees

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

16/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: Trump’s impact on science, and meet our climate and energy honorees

15/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

Partnering with generative AI in the finance function

Generative AI has the potential to transform the finance function.

By taking on some of the more mundane tasks that can occupy a lot of time, generative AI tools can help free up capacity for more high-value strategic work.

For chief finan ... Read More

15/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

15/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

15/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

Amazon removes likely AI-generated books about Charlie Kirk that sparked conspiracies

As people searched for more information surrounding the fatal shooting of right-wing commentator and activist Charlie Kirk, some searchers stumbled across a few odd Amazon listings — books about the unfolding event.

The Legacy of Charlie Kirk: A Bi ... Read More

14/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

EcoFlow is giving away free gear with select power station purchases — heres how to claim it

GET A FREE ITEM: As of Sept. 12, when you purchase $800 worth of qualifying EcoFlow items at Amazon, like the Delta 2 Max solar generator on sale for $999 (reg. $1,699), youll get a free benefit item.

Getting a hefty discount on a big purchase is always a win, but scoring a free gift on top of it feels like hitting the jackpot. For a limited time, Amazon is running a promotion on select EcoFlow products that does just that. If youre in the market for a serious power station, you can snag one on sale and get a second piece of gear for free.

As of Sept. 12, the promotion applies when you spend $800 or more on qualifying items. One example is the EF EcoFlow Delta 2 Max solar generator, which is currently on sale for $999, a $700 discount off its $1,699 list price. Since that purchase is over the $800 threshold, you qualify for the free benefit item.

To get the deal, you first need to use the Qualifying item(s) filter on the promo page to add at least $800 worth of products (like the Delta 2 Max) to your cart. Next, click the Benefit item(s) filter to view and add your free gift to the cart. The discount should be applied automatically at checkout, making the benefit item free.

The Delta 2 Max offers 2048Wh of storage and a 2400W output, which is enough to run a mini fridge for over 29 hours or power 15 devices at once. It’s ideal for home backup during an outage or for powering a campsite. One of its best features is the lightning-fast charging, reaching 80 percent in just 43 minutes when using both a wall outlet and solar panels.

Tabitha Britt is a freelance writer and editor. Aside from reviewing dating apps and sex toys for Mashable, Tabitha is also the founding editor-in-chief of DO YOU ENDO — a digital magazine by individuals with endometriosis, for individuals with endometriosis. She has a Masters degree in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School of Social Research and is a grad of Sextech School. You can find more of her work in various online pubs, including National Geographic, Insider, Kinkly, and others.

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The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

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Congress Republicans want to target liberal donors after Charlie Kirk’s death

In wake of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk’s public killing, around two dozen Republican lawmakers are pushing for House leadership to create a new select committee that would investigate “The money, influence, and power behind the radical left’s assault ... Read More

14/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

The WSJ carelessly spread anti-trans misinformation

Rupert Murdoch’s fortress.

| Photo: Getty Images While I generally respect The Wall Street Journal, every once in a while it sees fit to remind me that it is, in fact, owned by Rupert Murdoch.

This time, it printed something dangerously cl ... Read More

14/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

Elon Musk is trying to silence Microsoft employees who criticize Charlie Kirk

Elon Musk is pressing Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to look into Blizzard employees who criticized Charlie Kirk after his death.

Musk’s post quotes an X thread listing names and screenshots of the developers.

“What’s going on here, @satyanad ... Read More

14/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

Tucker Carlson asks Sam Altman if an OpenAI employee was murdered ‘on your orders’

While interviewing OpenAI CEO Sam Altman this week, former Fox News host Tucker Carlson brought up his belief in a conspiracy theory that former OpenAI researcher Suchir Balaji was “definitely murdered.

” The researcher’s death in November 2024, wh ... Read More

14/09/2025 - Source: www.theverge.com

Amazon removes likely AI-generated books about Charlie Kirk that sparked conspiracies

14/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

EcoFlow is giving away free gear with select power station purchases — heres how to claim it

14/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

14/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

Get lifetime access to Imagiyo’s AI image generator for just $49

TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Imagiyo’s AI image generator for just $49 and create professional visuals with zero design experience.

Opens in a new window Credit: Imagiyo Imagiyo AI Image Generator: Lifetime Subscription (Standard Plan) $49 $495 S ... Read More

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Hurry to snag the DJI Mic Mini on sale at Amazon for the lowest price ever

SAVE $30: The DJI Mic Mini (one transmitter, one receiver) is on sale at Amazon for $59, down from the standard price of $89. Thats a 34% discount and the lowest price Amazon has ever offered.

Scroll YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram Reels and youll see something pop up in almost every clip: a DJI mic. Nearly every content creator is relying on the brand to record audio for videos, and if everyone is using them, surely theyre worth considering. While the summer saw stock issues with the DJI Mic Mini, theyre finally back in stock at Amazon, and theyre even on sale.

As of Sept. 11, the DJI Mic Mini (one transmitter, one receiver) is on sale for only $59 at Amazon, marked down from the normal price of $89. The sale shaves $30 off the price from a 34% discount. Its also the lowest price Amazon has ever offered. If youre interested in a DJI Mic Mini with two transmitters and one receiver, that bundle is also on sale for a record low at Amazon as of Sept. 11.

DJI makes some of the most creator-friendly devices like drones, portable power stations, and rave-worthy mics. Like its name suggests, the DJI Mic Mini is super portable and a dream for easing the task of capturing audio when recording content. The transmitter weighs only 10 grams and plenty of creators choose to simply hold the mic while recording, but you can also use the included mini clip magnet to attach it to a shirt for hands-free recording.

The DJI Mic Mini comes with everything youd want to get started recording like a small carrying pouch, a mobile phone adapter, a charging dock, and two windscreens. Both the transmitter and the receiver are said to get 10 hours of battery life before theyll need a recharge. DJI says the max transmission range for the Mic Mini is 400 meters which is a hair over 1,312 feet.

While some items that are essential to life as a content creator come with a steep price, the DJI Mic Mini is down to under $60. Snag it while its still in stock for this record-low price to seriously ease for audio editing process from here on out.

Topics TikTok Gadgets Creators

Lauren Allain is a freelance journalist covering deals at Mashable. She graduated from Western Washington University with a B.A. in journalism and holds an M.B.A from Webster Leiden. You can find more of her work online from publications including Reader’s Digest, U.S. News & World Report, Seattle Refined, and more. When she’s not writing, Lauren prefers to be outside hiking, bouldering, swimming, or searching for the perfect location for all three.

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Amazon removes likely AI-generated books about Charlie Kirk that sparked conspiracies

13/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

EcoFlow is giving away free gear with select power station purchases — heres how to claim it

13/09/2025 - Source: mashable.com

What to expect at Meta Connect 2025: Hypernova smart glasses, AI and the metaverse

Meta Connect, the company's annual event dedicated to all things AR, VR, AI and the metaverse is just days away.

And once again, it seems like it will be a big year for smart glasses and AI.

This year, the event will take a slightly d ... Read More

13/09/2025 - Source: www.engadget.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

13/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com

The Download: America’s gun crisis, and how AI video models work

13/09/2025 - Source: www.technologyreview.com