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VidCon 2025 had it all: dozens of panels, hundreds of featured creators, loads of meet-and-greets, and three very different tracks (Community, Creator, and Industry) designed to serve three very different audiences. But as often happens when you try to serve all audiences at once, not everyone walked away satisfied.

Still, a few core themes stood out amid the noise. These three takeaways reveal where the creator economy is going next — and why creators may need to adapt faster than ever.

'Curiosity' is the newest buzzword.

For years, "authenticity" has been the north star for creators looking to build community and grow their platforms, despite no one really knowing what that meant. Underneath that was the idea of a "curiosity gap," in which creators would use curiosity as the guiding light for content.

“The ideas for [successful] content are based on curiosity,” digital media executive Filup Molina, who produced MrBeast’s "Beast Olympics," said during a panel on how to write compelling video scripts. He pointed to a larger trend seen across the weekend’s workshops and keynotes: curiosity is king when it comes to content.

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And Molina wasn't the only person who pointed to curiosity as the deciding factor for videos that truly served an audience over the three-day convention. Kai Plunk, the managing director of Elevate Talent Management and the creative mind behind some of MrBeast's most viral hits, said as much during his masterclass "Why'd They Click Off." According to Plunk, strong retention isn’t built on flashy gimmicks.

"You want to make your retention go through the roof? Stop thinking about retention. Think about what you're actually giving them that makes them want to stick around,” he said.

Plunk emphasized storytelling over metrics: “Choose a story that leads to curiosity.” Essentially, he said, build a narrative that your audience has to finish because they’re dying to know what happens next.

So what does curiosity-based content actually look like? It starts with asking an intriguing question. Jason Gandy, a content creator and instructor at Quantum Courses, said during a panel about writing hooks, said that the question should "spark curiosity and hook viewers into watching the rest of your video to find the answer." The best hooks hint at emotional payoff, build suspense, and gain trust over time, he argued — all of which depend on closing that curiosity gap.

SEE ALSO: The first 3 seconds of your video matter. Here's how to keep people watching your TikTok

Experts at VidCon agree that creators with long-term success aren't just lucky; they understand that keeping an audience is a different skill from reaching one. The future favors those who can tug at curiosity while delivering real value.

AI is here to stay.

At VidCon, there was plenty of buzz around Veo 3, Google DeepMind’s next-generation video generation model, which is soon coming to YouTube Shorts. Judging by the packed AI panels, creators are clearly paying attention.

Beauty and comedy influencer Jenny Solares has been trying to use AI tools in her process, not because it's indispensable today, but because it's going to be the future. "I used to have to find images for green screen backgrounds on Google… now I'll use ChatGPT. That helps a lot," she told Mashable at VidCon. While she doesn’t rely on it for every part of the creative process, she added, "Sometimes I'll have the idea and I just want to see how I can bring it to life. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't."

SEE ALSO: Jenny Solares' authenticity makes us all love her

Jenny Hoyos, another creator who uses AI to aid in her content creation, described these tools as her "partner and assistant" from ideation to execution. She told Mashable, "I love all of them, but Google Gemini is really good."

Her approach is systematic: Identify a trend, brainstorm with AI, choose the most viral hook and payoff, and then build the video line-by-line. "I don't even think about, 'Oh, what is the viral video?' I just think about what's a viral hook, what's gonna shock people."

At a session titled "Mapping the Modern Creator Economy," Ollie Forsyth, founder of New Economies, said that in 2023, just 33 percent of creators were using AI tools — now, that number has surged to 80 percent.

Forsyth argued that AI doesn’t just make creation easier, it transforms creators into global businesses from Day One. With AI-powered dubbing, for example, creators like MrBeast can reach massive audiences across the globe. "Every creator is going to have to be AI-focused," Forsyth said. "It’ll help them free up the time they spend on admin, finances, brand partnerships, marketing, and more."

In short, AI isn't just about editing faster. It's about scaling smarter.

Fans had a blast. Everyone else, not so much.

VidCon offers three distinct tracks tailored to different audiences: Community, for fans and casual attendees who want to meet their favorite creators; Creator, designed for aspiring and emerging content creators looking to grow their platforms; and Industry, geared toward professionals working in digital media, marketing, and brand partnerships. The Industry track is the most expensive, the Community track is the most affordable, and the Creator track falls right in between.

Every year, there's an ongoing debate about who VidCon truly caters to, but this year, it was clear who had the best time: the fans.

Many of them — remarkably young, with a noticeable number on summer break from elementary school — showed up for selfies, meet-and-greets, live podcast recordings, and hours of access to their favorite creators. And they got exactly what they came for.

Meanwhile, creators and industry professionals spent their days in back-to-back panels on brand growth, monetization strategies, and the state of the creator economy. Insightful? Sometimes. Fun? Rarely. Even among the 200-some featured creators, the sentiment was mixed: the swag was underwhelming, the events less exciting than in years past, and the overall vibe just felt...off. As for the Industry track, it often felt more like a marketplace than a hub for meaningful networking.

If VidCon has one constant, it’s this: an ongoing identity crisis. Is it for fans? For creators trying to break through? For those who’ve already made it? Or for the brands trying to capitalize on all of the above? And in trying to serve all those audiences, does it end up fully serving none of them?

That’s not necessarily a bad thing. After all, VidCon has always been a space for fans to connect with their favorite digital creators IRL. But it does signal a shift in how the creator economy sees its biggest annual gathering. The fans are still showing up. But the creators? They may soon start looking elsewhere for inspiration, connection, and free swag.

All mentions of OpenAI's partnership with Jony Ive's startup io have been scrubbed from the company's site, following a trademark dispute.

On Sunday afternoon, users on X noticed that the page on the OpenAI website announcing the company's $6.5 billion acquisition of io was taken down. But following brief speculation that the partnership had crumbled, OpenAI confirmed to The Verge that the deal is still on. Instead, it's related to a trademark dispute involving an AI earbud company called "iyO."

"This page is temporarily down due to a court order following a trademark complaint from iyO about our use of the name 'io,'" the webpage now says. "We don’t agree with the complaint and are reviewing our options." The promotional video is still up on X.

According to an earlier report from Bloomberg Law last week, iyO, which began as a project within Google's Moonshot Factory incubator, filed a trademark lawsuit against OpenAI. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the judge presiding over the lawsuit issued a restraining order Jun. 20 against OpenAI, forcing the company to remove all materials with the "io" name. "The Jony Ive and OpenAI deal is on track and has NOT dissolved or anything of the sort, I’m told," said Gurman on X.

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The OpenAI and io collaboration was announced in late May, with a promotional video and blog post sharing plans to develop a screenless AI companion. Ive, the iconic designer behind the iPhone and other emblematic Apple designs, is leading a team within OpenAI to develop a wearable device that has an awareness of users' surroundings through voice and image support.

iyO makes an AI-powered companion in the form of earbuds. The company is currently accepting pre-orders for its iyO One device, and has argued in its lawsuit that OpenAI's venture has already created confusion. "Momentum 'came to a screeching halt' after io news," Bloomberg Law reported.

Disclosure: Ziff Davis, Mashable’s parent company, in April filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging it infringed Ziff Davis copyrights in training and operating its AI systems.

Rumor has it you could soon have a new, colorful option when picking out an iPhone.

A purple or green might be on the table for the aluminum-framed iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Plus, according to 9to5Mac. It's a one or the other situation, apparently, with Apple still mulling over which color to include.

The post from 9to5Mac cited leaker Majin Bu, a frequent leaker of Apple news, and Bu noted that "only one color might make the final cut, with expectations leaning toward Purple being the likely choice for release.”

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The colors — should the rumors be true — do look sharp and interesting. It's worth noting, however, that these rumors about new iPhones are frequent and not always reality — so take them with a grain of salt.

We're likely to get the actual announcement and first look at the iPhone 17 in September. There could be a purple option or, less likely, a green — but as with most things Apple-related, we'll need to wait for them to tell us to know for sure.

Samsung's upcoming foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip 7, are shaping up to become the least surprising launches of the year, with leaks upon leaks (not to mention the company's own teasers) revealing all there is to know about the phones.

Now, leaker Evan Blass (with PhoneArena) has shared official-looking renders of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, revealing some of the colors the phone will be available in.

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Two of the colors that were shared, Jet Black and Blue Shadow, have been revealed in earlier reports. But the third color is the slightly more adventurous Coral Red. It's a nice, slightly flashier option that suits the Flip 7 well — perhaps better than the dark, solemn black and blue that we've seen before.

Blass also shared renders of the upcoming cheaper variant of the same phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. That one will apparently come in Black And White. Check out all of the new colors on PhoneArena.

Notably, Blass says that the new phones will be available in "at least" these colors, meaning there could be more that we just haven't seen yet.

SEE ALSO: Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 renders show surprising design change

The new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Flip 7 FE, and Galaxy Z Fold 7, will all be revealed in July at a Samsung Unpacked event. You can find everything we know about the upcoming devices in Mashable's roundup, reporting, and feature analysis.

TL;DR: Unblock porn sites for free with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN.

The online world is full of content restrictions and blockades, and that very much includes adult content.

Porn obviously comes with a lot of restrictions, but there's really nothing wrong with visiting your favorite sites when the time is right. At an entirely appropriate moment, you should be able to bypass content restrictions to access sites like Xnxx from any location.

If you want to unblock porn sites like Xnxx from anywhere in the world, we've got all the information you need.

How to unblock Xnxx for free

VPNs are tools that can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in other locations. This straightforward process can bypass geo-restrictions to access porn sites like Xnxx from anywhere in the world.

SEE ALSO: How to unblock xHamster for free

Unblock porn sites like Xnxx by following these simple steps:

1. Sign up for a VPN (like ExpressVPN)

2. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in a location that supports access to Xnxx

4. Visit Xnxx

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The best VPNs for bypassing content restrictions are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can unblock porn sites like Xnxx without actually spending anything. This obviously isn't a long-term solution, but it does mean you can retain access to porn sites when temporarily away from a secure network.

If you want to retain permanent access to everything the online world has to offer, you'll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for porn is on sale for a limited time.

What is the best VPN for porn?

ExpressVPN is the best service for fast and reliable unblocking of porn sites like Xnxx, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries

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A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% 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 subscription for just $12.95 (including money-back guarantee.)

Unblock Xnxx for free with ExpressVPN.

SAVE $400: As of June 23, get $400 off the Bluetti AC180P Portable Power Station — now at $499.99

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For the adventurer who wants to be prepared to power and charge any device at a moment’s notice, it’s the perfect time to grab a heavily discounted power station. 

Specifically, Bluetti’s AC180P portable power station is $400 off for Prime members  —  its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. Now at 44% off, it’s a budget-friendly go-to for those wanting to be equipped for travel without overspending, or needing a reliable back-up power source at home in case of a blackout. 

SEE ALSO: The Jackery Explorer 2000 v2 power station has dropped to a record-low price at Amazon

With a 1440Wh LiFePO4 battery, this lightweight power station comes with 11 outlets in total. With four for AC, five USB, one DC, and one DC/PV Input, you can be ready to plug anything in — from phones and projectors, to laptops and microwaves. It can continuously power a 500W hairdryer for 2.3 hours or a 60W mini-fridge for 19.2 hours. Even if you do run out of power, it can be quickly recharged in 1.4 hours when connected to a 1440W AC input. 

Its default output is 1800W, but you can use the Bluetti app to boost it to 2700W when you need more power in a pinch. If you’re fully remote, it also comes with a built-in MPPT charge controller for up to 500W solar input — fully recharged within just under four hours.

If you’re not a member of Amazon Prime, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial to unlock the deal for new members. If you’ve been a member before, standard memberships are available for $14.99 a month, or $139 annually. However, those between 18 and 24 can get a free six month trial of Prime for Young Adults. After those six months, the monthly price is then half-price at $7.49. 

If you need some new headphones to use on your next camping getaway or road trip, the Sony XM6 headphones are now $448 and come with a $30 Amazon gift card until the end of today. 

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)

The Nintendo Switch 2 launch day has come and gone, and those lucky enough to get a console are already happily playing Mario Kart World and other launch titles.

Starting on June 5, gamers could finally purchase the Switch 2 console for $449.99 and the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle for $499.99 — if you could find it in stock. Costco had inventory available on June 5, and Target started selling its inventory online on June 6, but as of this writing, it's out of stock. GameStop and Staples at least have tools that let you check available stock at nearby stores. Walmart does have inventory available, but only from third-party resellers, not an official Switch 2 restock.

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So, where can you buy the Switch 2 online? Check for Switch 2 restocks at the My Nintendo Store and via Nintendo online retailers. When all else fails, you can smash that refresh button like it's your first time playing Super Smash Bros.

• Buy the Switch 2 at Nintendo

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• Buy the Switch 2 at GameStop — Check stock in stores

• Buy the Switch 2 at Best Buy — Check stock in stores

• But the Switch 2 at Costco — Unavailable

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• Staples — Check stock in stores

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To avoid hoarding and reselling, Nintendo and retailers are limiting orders per person. That means you'll need to make an account to successfully place an order. We also recommend reviewing our tips for tracking restocks, and in the meantime, try all the links below.

Place an order with Nintendo

You can't simply go to the My Nintendo Store and buy the Switch 2. To order the Switch 2, you need to log in with an active, paid Nintendo Switch Online account. Once you do that, you can choose either a Switch 2 standalone console or the Mario Kart World bundle and then hit the confirm button to "register your interest" in ordering a Switch 2.

Now for the weird stuff. Only Switch Online members who have paid for at least 12 months of service and registered at least 50 hours of gameplay on their Switch consoles can purchase through Nintendo. In other words, you better be a true Switch gamer if you want to buy the Switch 2 this way. If you're eligible and follow these steps, watch your email for an invitation link.

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Unlike Nintendo, purchasing the Switch 2 online at Walmart is pretty simple. Technically, Walmart shoppers have been able to preorder Switch 2 consoles on Walmart's website since midnight ET on April 24. In reality, the console has been sold out consistently. Our advice? Go to the Walmart Switch 2 listing a few times a day and smash that refresh button, but be wary of price gougers.

We'll update this article as soon as we find Switch 2 consoles in stock at Walmart (or anywhere). Walmart also sells a lot of Switch 2 launch titles and accessories.

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Target stores opened as usual on launch day, and according to a press release, Switch 2 hopefuls were directed to a "designated queuing location" near the entrance. Target workers reportedly gave out reservation tickets to a lucky few. Buyers were whisked off to the electronics department, where they could finally purchase either the Switch 2 or a Switch 2 bundle.

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GameStop is the one retailer of the four listed here that's doing things a little bit differently. If you were lucky enough to get a GameStop preorder, you could pick up your console at midnight on June 5. GameStop stores also hosted midnight launch events (though supplies were limited), and gamers can go to GameStop locations to participate in a "Transfer and Trade," where they trade in their original Switch and transfer data to the new console.

You can also try your luck online or sign up to get updates when new inventory becomes available. You can also buy Switch 2 games and accessories at GameStop, including those all-important MicroSD Express cards.

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Best Buy joined GameStop in hosting Switch 2 midnight launch parties, but the tents and lawn chairs have been packed away by now. If you weren't one of the chosen ones who got a console at these events, you'll have to rely on the Best Buy website. So far, we haven't seen any inventory available, unfortunately.

As a “high-demand item,” Best Buy customers have to follow specific steps to buy a Switch 2 online:

• Create a My Best Buy account and sign in

• Confirm your location

• Add the item to your cart

• Follow the on-screen prompts and check for available inventory

• If you get a Switch 2 console in your cart, you’ll have 10 minutes to complete the purchase

Buy the Switch 2 at Best Buy: Nintendo Switch 2 console $449.99 Shop Now Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle $499.99 Shop Now Can you buy the Switch 2 at Amazon?

You'll notice there's one major retailer conspicuously missing so far — Amazon. That's because Amazon is not an official Nintendo retailer, so any Switch 2 consoles you find there are likely listed by resellers of dubious legitimacy. However, Amazon shoppers can preorder some Switch 2 titles ahead of the launch.

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Shop Now How to buy the Switch 2 at Staples

As we noted in our Switch 2 preorder guide, select Staples stores will sell the Switch 2 on a first-come, first-served basis starting June 5. Most Staples locations open at 8 a.m., but we recommend showing up bright and early. Staples will also be selling an unnamed Switch 2 game bundle, and we know it's not the standard Mario Kart World bundle. As with other retailers, Switch 2 consoles are currently listed as "Out of stock" at the Staples online store.

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Learn More How to buy the Switch 2 at Costco

Are you a Costco member? Then you may be able to secure your Switch 2 at the mega-retailer, which has been one of the few retailers with actual inventory available on June 5. Costco members can purchase the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle online starting June 5, though there's a limit of one console per membership (every seven days). As of this writing, the console and Mario Kart bundle are both sold out.

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Learn More Why is the Switch 2 so hard to find in stock?

Simply put, it's a matter of demand far outpacing supply, though tariffs definitely didn't help.

Since opening for preorder on April 24, the Switch 2 has been sold out pretty much everywhere, like the PS5 before it. In fact, so many gamers tried to place preorders on April 24 that they immediately crashed the GameStop, Target, and Walmart websites. That's left many Switch fans wondering how to buy the Switch 2 online. So, if you aren't buying a Switch 2 in person, keep checking this page for the latest stock updates on Switch 2 launch day and beyond.

Popular Switch 2 accessories

If you want to console yourself by stocking up on Switch 2 accessories, chargers, and cameras, these products are much easier to "Add to cart."

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Shop Now Still want more information? Our first impressions of the Switch 2 Mashable reporter Alex Perry plays the Switch 2 at a Nintendo event. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

Mashable reporter Alex Perry was lucky enough to play the Switch 2 at two Nintendo pre-launch events, and as of this writing, he's hard at work testing his Switch 2 review unit. We've published his day one review, and check back for a full review next week. To sum up his thoughts, while there are a couple of annoying setup quirks, the new console is a big step forward and just as much fun as you'd hoped. You can also read all about the Switch 2 launch titles we're most excited to play.

"I think it’s awesome," Perry wrote in his Switch 2 early review. "Most of the games I’ve played have been impressive in one way or another, and the hardware is a clear improvement over the first Switch. It’s not perfect, but nothing is."

And if you still haven't secured an order, keep checking this page for updates — and good luck!

UPDATE: Jun. 8, 2025, 8:15 a.m. EDT We've updated this page with the latest stock updates from Target, Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, Costco, and Staples.

SAVE OVER $50: As of June 23, the Sony ULT Field 3 portable speaker is on sale for $144.95 at Amazon. This is 28% off its list price of $199.99 and marks its lowest-ever price.

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We're only a few weeks away from Amazon Prime Day's (running from July 8 through July 11. If you simply can't wait to check out all the deals, the good news is that Amazon already has some great offers available. This includes a discount on our favorite Bluetooth speaker for bass lovers, the Sony Ult Field 3.

The Sony ULT Field 3 portable speaker is on sale for $144.95. It's normally listed for $199.99, so you're saving over $50 (or 28%). It also marks its lowest-ever price, so there's no better time than now to grab it.

SEE ALSO: How to sign up for Amazon Prime ahead of Prime Day

Built with a compact design and a shoulder strap to make carrying it around nice and easy, the Sony Ult Field 3 is a great portable speaker to have around at your next outdoor party or gathering. It boasts up to 24 hours of battery life and has an IP67 waterproof and dustproof rating, so its durable enough to handle the beach, pool, and more. More importantly, it offers excellent sound with an especially punchy bass thanks to the ULT button.

Our Sony Ult Field 3 review had a lot of praise for this portable speaker. Mashable's Miller Kern said it's, "worth it for someone who loves to hear the bass in their music and needs a speaker to fill a large space — or someone who listens to music outdoors often, like at the beach or on a hike." We also consider it the best Bluetooth speaker for bass lovers in our roundup of the best Bluetooth speakers.

Don't miss out on the Sony Ult Field 3 portable speaker marked down to under $150 at Amazon.

If you're curious about what's in store for Prime Day this year, have a look at our breakdown of everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2025 to prep yourself for this year's sale event.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)

SAVE $25: As of June 23, the Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $24.99 at Amazon. This is 50% off its list price of $49.99, allowing you to save $25.

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With so many shows and movies hitting streaming services this summer, it's important to have a high-quality device to enjoy them on. If you've been on the hunt for a streaming upgrade, the Fire TV Stick 4K has received a very nice pre-Prime Day discount at Amazon that's worth checking out.

Normally the Fire TV Stick 4K is listed for $49.99, but it's currently down to just $24.99 at Amazon. This marks a 50% discount, allowing you to keep $25 in your pocket. It's also only a few dollars away from its lowest-ever price of $21.99, which makes it a worthy deal to jump on while it's still live.

SEE ALSO: Are you 18-24? Get 6 months of Amazon Prime for free ahead of Prime Day.

What makes the Fire TV Stick 4K such a nice investment is its support for 4K Ultra HD picture quality. With this, your favorite shows and movies will pop with vibrant color and sharp detail. It also supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos audio so you can create an immersive viewing experience from the comfort of your couch.

On top of that, you'll get smooth streaming quality thanks to WiFi 6 support and with Amazon Alexa, searching for the next thing to watch is simple and easy. Just use your voice to track down your next watch for movie night or a good TV show to binge.

The Fire TV Stick 4K is currently listed as a limited-time deal at Amazon, so be quick to score it for 50% off while the deal is still available.

If you're looking for even more great tech deals like this one, it's worth marking your calendar for Amazon Prime Day this year, which runs from July 8 through July 11. To learn more about what to expect from this year's sale event, check out our breakdown of everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2025.

The best early Prime Day deals, hand-picked by Mashable's team of experts

• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)

If you've been anywhere near the internet in the past couple of years, you'll probably have stumbled across some "AI slop" — the name for mass-produced, AI-generated content that's now all over social media.

In the Last Week Tonight clip above, John Oliver unpacks the issues with this new type of spam, from fake images dominating Pinterest to AI disinformation about war and natural disasters causing a problem for first responders.

"AI slop can be somewhat lucrative for its creators, massively lucrative for the platforms that use it to drive engagement, and worryingly corrosive to the general concept of objective reality," says Oliver. "And look, I'm not saying some of this stuff isn't fun to watch — what I'm saying is some of it's potentially very dangerous, and even when it isn't the technology that makes it possible only works because it trains on the work of actual artists. So any enjoyment you may get from weird, funny AI slop tends to be undercut when you know that someone's hard work was stolen in order to create it."

Oliver's response? "Create real art by ripping off AI slop." In this case, that means hiring chainsaw sculptor Michael Jones, whose real work has been used to generate viral AI imagery, and pay him to create a wood sculptor based on what Oliver considers "the finest and most inexplicable piece of slop produced to date."

The end result is truly a masterpiece.

SAVE OVER $60: As of June 23, get $31.99 off the Sony XM6 headphones along with a $30 Amazon gift card.

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For those looking for the latest in noise-canceling headphones to make commuting and long travels as peaceful as possible, Amazon has been dropping some interesting discounts ahead of Prime Day.

Sony XM6 headphones — usually very expensive — are on sale and include an Amazon gift card. To start, Sony XM6 headphones have been reduced by $31.99 in price to $448. Then, you’ll also get a $30 Amazon gift card to put toward another purchase — saving you $61.99 in total.

SEE ALSO: The 9 best headphones of 2025 — how do the new Sony XM6 compare?

Available until the end of June 23 this limited-time deal specifies on the product page that you need to add the bundle to your cart first and then check out to qualify for the gift card, rather than click the “Buy Now” button. 

Sony XM6 headphones impressed us with their phenomenal noise cancelation, long-term comfort, improved audio quality, and much more. In fact, they’re among our nine best headphones of 2025. Our review mentions that the elite features do enough to justify the initial price tag. With the added value you get from the Amazon gift card, this is a deal worth grabbing.

For added savings this season, we’ve also found 21 surprisingly simple Amazon deals featuring gadgets — from water-resistant speakers to earbuds designed for sleeping. If you plan on enjoying some music or TV content with those new headphones, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus tablet is still at its lowest ever price ahead of Prime Day. 

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• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

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Connections: Sports Edition is a new 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.

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: Olympic sports

• Green: Soccer penalties

• Blue: Title-less franchises

• Purple: Spring league teams

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Summer Olympic Sports

• Green: Infractions in Soccer

• Blue: NBA Teams That Haven't Won A Championship

• Purple: UFL Teams

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 #272 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Summer Olympic Sports - BADMINTON, FIELD HOCKEY, SKATEBOARDING, TRIATHLON

• Infractions in Soccer - BACKPASS, HANDBALL, OFFSIDE, TRIPPING

• NBA Teams That Haven't Won A Championship - HORNETS, JAZZ, PELICANS, TIMBERWOLVES

• UFL Teams - DEFENDERS, PANTHERS, RENEGADES, ROUGHNECKS

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.

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 the latest Connections.

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

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 today: Hints and answers for June 23 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's The Mini crossword answers for June 23, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Strangely.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter D appears twice.

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...

ODDLY.

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 June 23

Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.

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 the latest Wordle.

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands 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.

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By 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 preferrined pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 23 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 23 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Breaking up the band

The words are music-related.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are popular musical bands.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Rock Groups

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for June 23

• Smashing

• Cheap

• Talking

• Rock Groups

• Pumpkins

• Trick

• Heads

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Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to the latest Strands.

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.

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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: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 23 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Types of clothing

• Green: Book genres

• Blue: Books of an iconic writer

• Purple: Types of drinkware

Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Kinds of jeans

• Green: Fiction categories

• Blue: Words in Hemingway titles

• Purple: ___ Glass glassware

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 #743 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Kinds of jeans: BOYFRIEND, FLARE, MOM, SKINNY

• Fiction categories: HISTORICAL, LITERARY, SPECULATIVE, YOUNG ADULT

• Words in Hemingway titles: BELL, FAREWELL, OLD MAN, SUN

• ___ Glass glassware: COCKTAIL, COLLINS, OLD FASHIONED, SHOT

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 June 23

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 the latest Connections.

SAVE $150: As of June 23, the Chefman Indoor Pizza Oven is on sale for $249.99 at Amazon. This is 38% off its list price of $399.99.

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Amazon Prime Day is a few weeks away, but thankfully you don't need to wait for the sale event to kick off to score good deals. The retailer already has some very nice discounts available, including an impressive offer on the Chefman indoor pizza oven — the perfect pick-up for a summertime pizza party.

The Chefman indoor pizza oven is normally listed for $399.99, but you can score it for $249.99 right now.

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The Chefman indoor pizza oven is a great pick for those who love a pizza night. It comes with six presets: a manual option, Neapolitan, New York, thin-crust, pan, and frozen, so you can craft your perfect pizza every time. Your purchase also comes with a pizza stone and pizza peel alongside a digital cookbook so you'll be all ready to tackle pizza night like a pro.

Amazon currently has this item listed as a limited-time deal, so act fast to pick up the Chefman indoor pizza oven for just $249.99.

And if you're counting down the days to Prime Day this year, which runs from July 8 through July 11, it's worth taking a look at our breakdown of everything you need to know about Amazon Prime Day 2025 so you can feel prepped before the big sale kicks off.

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SAVE $130: As of June 23, the Dyson Airwrap (refurbished) is on sale for $369.99 at Walmart. That's a 26% discount on list price.

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While we wait for Amazon's Prime Day to kick off, why not head over to Walmart and check out this fantastic deal on a refurbished Dyson Airwrap?

The Dyson Airwrap has remained at the top of the hair styling game since its release years ago, famed for its incredible air-powered styling techniques. But such incredible tech has always come with a high price tag. But as of June 23, you can find this refurbished model at Walmart reduced to just $369.99, saving you $130 on the list price. This deal is currently only available in the nickel/copper color combo.

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And don't be put off by the "refurbished" stamp, this product is marked as "premium" condition, and it has gone through heavy testing to ensure it's fit for purpose. According to Walmart, it has been professionally inspected, tested, and cleaned by a performance-managed seller or supplier. It also has a one-year warranty, so you can have peace of mind.

This iconic hair tool features a range of attachments to curl, wave, smooth, and add volume to your hair without extreme heat. It offers versatility for all types of hairstyles, from natural waves to polished looks, all while minimizing the risk of heat damage.

Head to Walmart to snag this great deal before it sells out.

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• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)

Tesla's autonomous ride-hailing service is finally live.

The Tesla Robotaxi launch happened on June 22, with Tesla opening the service to the public in Austin, Texas, following a little over a month of beta testing conducted by Tesla employees. The service allows passengers to be ferried by autonomous Tesla vehicles (currently Tesla Model Y units).

The above comes with many caveats, though. The service is only operating in a small part of South Austin, and it's only open to members of the "Early Access" group, making it a sort of closed beta program. Finally, while the cars drive autonomously, a Tesla employee must be sitting in the passenger seat, monitoring the ride.

SEE ALSO: Tesla launches new Model S and X with minimal design changes, higher price tags

Tesla enthusiast Sawyer Merritt took several rides in a Tesla Robotaxi, describing the experience as "smooth and comfortable." Elsewhere, X user Zack called his journey "incredible" with "extremely smooth stops."

It wouldn't be a Tesla launch without a weed joke. Thus, the price of all Tesla Robotaxi rides are currently a fixed $4.20, a nod to weed culture.

Update: The company also launched a dedicated Robotaxi site, with the tagline: "Future of autonomy is coming soon."

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"We’re bringing these autonomous rides to you today—starting with Model Y. Cybercab, our fully autonomous vehicle, will begin offering rides in your area in the future," the site says. It has a form where you can sign up to get updates about the service, but not much else.

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Alphabet-owned Waymo is already operating in Austin (and other cities), and Amazon-owned Zoox is currently testing a driverless taxi service in the city. Their cars, however, are equipped with numerous additional sensors such as LiDAR (light detection and ranging); Tesla's service uses regular Model Ys, which rely only on cameras and Tesla's self-driving smarts.

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Musk has called the launch a "culmination of a decade of hard work," and pointed out that "both the AI chip and software teams were built from scratch within Tesla." The Tesla CEO has longed deemed the company's Robotaxi service one of the most important developments for Tesla's long-time prospects. The idea is that both Tesla and Tesla car owners will one day be able to send their cars to autonomously drive passengers around and earn them money.

That future might still be far away, though. Tesla has been trying for years to bring its Full Self-Driving software to the level where its cars will be able to drive themselves in most situations, but hasn't been able to do so yet. The Robotaxi service does this, but within a very limited area. It'll be interesting to monitor how fast Tesla can expand its Robotaxi service to more passengers and other cities.

SAVE $302: As of June 23, the Hisense Canvas TV is on sale for $697.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% saving on the list price.

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Prime Day officially kicks off in a couple of weeks, but if you're in the mood to shop for some discounts right now, you should check out the latest deal on the Hisense Canvas TV. Currently reduced by more than $300, this is a deal you won't want to miss.

As of June 23, you can find the 55-inch model of this TV priced at $697.99. If you want something a little bigger, you can find discounts across all sizes, excluding the 75-inch.

SEE ALSO: The 10 best TV shows of 2025 (so far), and where to stream them

There's a lot to shout about with this TV — check out our review. It’s a 4K QLED that delivers rich, vibrant colors, but the real selling point is that when you’re not watching, the TV can be transformed into a digital gallery, displaying a single image or shuffling through a slideshow of your favorite photos or artwork. The hi-matte display makes the digital gallery look like the real thing.

Not only that, it's also a great option for gamers, boasting a 144Hz Game Mode PRO. This is designed with top gaming technology, with a Variable Refresh Rate of 48Hz to 144Hz.

Head to Amazon for this amazing deal ahead of Prime Day.

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• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)

Save $100: As of June 23, the Dyson V15 corldess vacuum is on sale for $649.99 at Amazon. That's a saving of 13% on list price.

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The name Dyson is synonymous with top-quality products. Whether it's a a vacuum, or a popular hair styling device, you know you're getting your money's worth. With that in mind, we think you should check out this great deal on the Dyson V15. Just check out our review to see what we thought about this impressive model.

As of June 23, the Dyson V15 corldess vacuum has been discounted to just $649.99 at Amazon, saving you $100.

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A high-tech model, the V15's standout feature is the laser dust detection system that illuminates dust on hard floors, helping to ensure you won’t miss any dirty spots. This model also benefits from an LCD screen that gives real-time updates on dust it has picked up, battery life, and some handy maintenance alerts.

You can expect up to 60 minutes of run time before it needs to be charged. And if you have pets, you'll really love the hair screw tool. This one is great for sucking up pet hair, and the anti-tangle conical brush bar can remove stubborn hairs from pet beds, car seats, stairs, and more tricky spots.

This is a limited-time deal at Amazon, so don't miss out.

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• Apple AirTag (4-Pack) — $74.99 (List Price $99.00)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 (Wi-Fi, 40mm, S/M Green) — $199.99 (List Price $299.99)

• Dyson V15 Detect Plus Cordless Vacuum Cleaner (Yellow/Nickel) — $649.99 (List Price $749.99)