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SAVE $60: The DJI Mini 4K drone is on sale for $239 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $60 off and the lowest-ever price for this model.

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$299 Save $60   Get Deal

We made some noise about the fact that you could save $60 on the DJI Mini 4K drone in the early stages of Amazon's Black Friday sale. That deal came with a catch, as it was only available to Prime members. Well the exclusivity is gone. Now everyone can score the DJI Mini 4K drone for its best-ever price.

The DJI Mini 4K drone is on sale for $239 in the Amazon Black Friday sale, saving you $60 on list price. TikTokers, YouTubers, and filmmakers absolutely love DJI drones. And they'll probably love this deal, because it couldn't have come at a better time.

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It's looking more and more likely that DJI drones will be banned by the end of 2025. That sucks for creators, but there's still time to stock up ahead of any final decision.

It's worth noting that if you're not a Prime member, the drone is sold by Hibikin-US. We don't generally recommend purchasing from third-party sellers on Amazon, but DJI is facing stock issues right now (for obvious reasons) and Hibikin-US has excellent reviews, so we feel fine making this recommendation.

Score the DJI Mini 4K drone for $239 in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

BLACK FRIDAY: The Pokémon TCG Scarlet and Violet Black Bolt Binder Box is on sale for $59.45 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's an overall saving of $8.44.

Opens in a new window Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company Pokemon TCG Scarlet and Violet Black Bolt Binder Box $59.45 at Amazon
$67.89 Save $8.44   Get Deal

Black Friday is a time for all shoppers to get excited, including Pokemon fans and collectors. Indeed, there are lots of great Pokemon deals available in Amazon’s Black Friday sale, such as the Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection Box preorder and the Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Booster Bundle, both available at market value. Another deal that’s caught our attention is on the Pokemon TCG Black Bolt Binder Box. 

The Pokémon TCG Scarlet and Violet Black Bolt Binder Box is currently priced at $59.45 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That’s a 12% discount — an overall saving of $8.44 from the list price of $67.89.

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This bundle includes a nine-pocket binder plus five Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Black Bolt booster packs. That’s 50 new cards in total from the Black Bolt expansion and you never know what’s hiding away in those foil packs. The expansion features new Pokemon ex from the Unova region.  

Get the Pokémon TCG Scarlet and Violet Black Bolt Binder Box for just $59.45 in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

As we wrap up November and carefully maneuver into December, Amazon Prime Video is here to ensure you stay fully entertained at whichever pace you choose to move. Laughter always sparks energy for me, so that’s where we’re starting, courtesy of the absurdly funny Alan Tudyk. Next, we’re fighting for justice and freedom in the 12th century with a legendary hero, then we’re hunkering down for a new psychological thriller spanning across Greece and London.

Home Depot Black Friday deals at a glance: Best Early Black Friday Cordless Power Tool Deal DeWalt Atomic 20V Max Cordless Variable Speed Impact Wrench $199 (Save $40) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Tool Deal Husky 5-Drawer Rolling Tool Cabinet $219 (Save $110) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Home Deal Samsung Bespoke 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with Sphere Ice $1,698 (Save $1,501) Get Deal Best early Black Friday outdoor deal Starlink Mini Kit $229 (Save $270) Get Deal

If you’ve held off on that big renovation, are looking to replace some power tools, or just want to stock up on home essentials, now’s the moment to head to Home Depot. The retailer's Black Friday sale is well underway, so you can shop some of the season's biggest deals ahead.

Home Depot is stacking up some pretty impressive deals, perfect if you're ready to tackle a home project, update your tool collection, or find that perfect, practical gift. Expect hefty discounts on power tools, big-ticket appliances, outdoor gear, and more.

We've sifted through the Home Depot Black Friday sale to give you the rundown on what's available now, so you don't have to spend precious time doing so. The deals include some of the best artificial Christmas trees and with any luck, we'll see the Home Depot Animated Christmas R2-D2 back in stock soon or you can go with the lovable giant animatronic Christmas Chewbacca which is still in stock.

While most of us are doing all of our holiday shopping online, The Home Depot is holding an in-store event on Black Friday itself, starting at 6 a.m. The doorbuster deals include tools from Ryobi, DeWalt, and Milwaukee. You'll also be in for deals on outdoor holiday decorations and major appliances.

Check out what's on offer below at The Home Depot's Black Friday event online. Get your shopping done so you can beat the rush this year.

Best Black Friday cordless power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Home Depot DeWalt Atomic 20V Max Cordless Variable Speed Impact Wrench $199 at Home Depot
$239 Save $40   Get Deal Why we like it

This impact wrench kit is great for a variety of DIY jobs, including removing stubborn lug nuts or tackling other tough jobs at home. It's compact enough to fit into tight spaces but still delivers 450 pounds of breakaway torque, which makes it a great tool to add to your collection, especially since this kit comes with both 5Ah and 2Ah batteries as well as an LED work light in addition to a charger for under $200.

More Black Friday cordless power tool deals

• Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless Compact Drill/Driver – $99 $199 (save $100)

• Milwaukee M18 18V Compact Brushless Cordless Impact Driver Kit – $99 $198 (save $100)

• Ryobi ONE+ 18V 8 in. Cordless Oil-Free Pole Saw — $99 $120 (save $30)

• Ryobi Cordless Battery Leaf Blower — $99 $159 (save $60)

• DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill/Driver Kit – $129 $179 (save $50)

• Dewalt 20V Max XR Oscillating Multi Tool — $129 $120 (save $90)

• Milwaukee M18 Fuel 14 in. 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Battery Top Handle Chainsaw (Tool Only) – $299 $349 (save $50)

• Milwaukee M12 Cordless Hammer, Drill, Impact Driver Combo Kit — $319 $369 (save $50)

Best Black Friday tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: Home Depot Husky 5-Drawer Rolling Tool Cabinet $219 at Home Depot
$329 Save $110   Get Deal Why we like it

Keep your tools organized with this rolling tool cabinet. You can use it to store everything from small hand tools to larger equipment. With five drawers and 100-lb rated soft-close slides, everything is protected and safe while inside the cabinet. It's time to stop leaving your tools everywhere, thanks to this deal.

More Black Friday tool deals

• Husky Stubby Ratchet and Socket Set (46-Piece) — $19.97 $29.97 (save $10)

• Husky BITE SAE/Metric Non-Slip Hex Key Set (18-Piece) — $19.97 $29.97 (save $10)

• Husky Mechanics Tool Set (280-Piece) — $99 $199 (save $100)

• Ryobi SPEED BENCH Mobile Workstation — $179 $199 (save $20)

• Ryobi 18V 12 Tool Combo Kit — $599 $799 (save $200)

Best Black Friday home and appliance deal Opens in a new window Credit: Home Depot Samsung Bespoke 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with Sphere Ice $1,698 at Home Depot
$3,199 Save $1,501   Get Deal Why we like it

If it's high time you invested in a new fridge, go big or go home with this Samsung pick, which can save you some serious cash. This massive model has a sphere ice maker in addition to plenty of room for all your kitchen essentials. And there's even an internal dispenser and built-in pitcher for water if you're always thirsty. The fridge itself is stainless steel, so it should match all your decor, too.

More Black Friday appliance deals

• NinjaFlip Toaster Oven and Air Fryer — $149 $219 (save $70)

• GE High-Efficiency Top Load Washer — $548 $849 (save $301)

• GE Burner Element Free-Standing Electric Range in Stainless Steel with Crisp Mode — $648 $999 (save $351)

• LG 3 Door French Door Refrigerator — $1,598 $3,099 (save $1,501)

• GE Profile Smart UltraFast Electric Washer and Dryer — $1,798 $2,699 (save $901)

• GE Profile Smart UltraFast Electric Washer and Dryer — $1,798 $2,699 (save $901)

Black Friday home deals

• Shark Rocket Bagless Vacuum — $99.99 $199.99 (save $100)

• Shark Navigator Bagless Upright Vacuum — $169 $269 (save $100)

• Shark PowerPro Bagless Cordless Vacuum — $179 $329 (save $150)

• Ryobi One+ HP Cordless Pet Vacuum — $199 $259 (save $60)

• Roborock Q10 VFS+ Robot Vacuum — $259.99 $449.99 (save $190)

• Dyson V11 Cordless Stick Vacuum — $399.99 $629.99 (save $230)

• Roborock Qrevo Pet Standard Series — $499.99 $799.99 (save $300)

• Dyson V15 Cordless Stick Vacuum — $649.99 $749.99 (save $100)

• Dyson Purifier Big + Quiet Formaldehyde BP03 — $909.99 $1,099.99 (save $190)

Best Black Friday outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Starlink Starlink Mini Kit $229
$499 Save $270   Get Deal Why we like it

Looking for WiFi outdoors? It's a reality with Starlink's WiFi kits. Starlink Mini is an all-in-one kit delivering internet connection even when you're in the most remote and rural of areas, all you need is a clear view of the sky. The Home Depot is offering an exceptional deal on the Starlink Mini during its Black Friday sale. Grab it now for just $229, saving you $270. That's 54% off its $499 price tag.

Best Black Friday outdoor deal

• Hampton Bay Laurel Oaks 7-piece Outdoor Dining Set — $398 $549 (save $151)

• Traeger Pro Series 34-Pellet Grill and Smoker in Bronze — $599 $729.99 (save $130.99)

• Traeger Woodridge Pro Wi-Fi Pellet Grill and Smoker in Black — $999 $1,149.99 (save $150.99)

SAVE $90: The DJI Mic Mini (2 TX, 1 RX, and Charging Case) is on sale for $79 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $90 off and the lowest-ever price for this creator favorite.

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$169 Save $90   Get Deal

The Black Friday deals continue to roll in. Amazon's sale has delivered huge deals on Lego, TVs, AirPods, and everything in between. Most of the time, these deals are as good if not cheaper than what's being offering by other leading retailers. Amazon isn't unbeatable though, and for a long time, Best Buy was offering the best deal on the DJI Mic Mini.

We were all waiting patiently for Amazon to respond, and after a surprisingly long wait, they've done just that. The DJI Mic Mini (2 TX, 1 RX, and Charging Case) is on sale for $79 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's $90 off and the lowest-ever price for this bundle.

Mashable uses this cult-favorite microphone to make videos for social media. It has been tested (and loved) by multiple members of the Mashable reporting team. It's an absolute essential for anyone creating content on a regular basis. Simply clip it on magnetically and start recording. It's that straightforward.

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This lightweight mic offers high-quality audio with 48kHz sampling and up to 120 dB SPL. You can record from up to 400 meters away without losing clarity, and the adjustable noise cancellation adapts to your surroundings. You get up to 10 hours of use (48 hours with the additional charging case), so lengthy recording sessions won't be an issue with this mic and charging case.

Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Black Friday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

SAVE $250: The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 is on sale for $749 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. This is $250 off and marks its lowest-ever price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $749 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $450   Get Deal

For those looking to pick up the latest Apple products, Black Friday is the time to do it. MacBook deals have been blowing us away this year, including this excellent offer on Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air M4, which has hit its lowest-ever price at Amazon.

The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 has been marked down to $949 in Amazon's Black Friday sale. Usually it comes with a price tag of $1,199, so this deal saves you $250.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more

Whether you're picking it up for yourself or as a gift for someone over the holidays — we consider this model to be the best MacBook for students — this MacBook Air is a great investment. It's packed with the M4 chip for speedy performance alongside up to 18 hours of battery life to keep you going through the whole day. This particular model also comes with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage.

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On top of that, this MacBook Air boasts a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display that makes images look crisp and colorful, no matter if you're using it for work or play. The Air also has a slim, portable design that makes it very easy to take on the go, which is a nice bonus.

Don't miss out on the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 down to its lowest-ever price at Amazon. And if you're looking for even more Apple deals available right now, check out our full breakdown of the 30+ best Black Friday Apple deals.

The best Black Friday Apple deals at a glance: Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 (save $11.03) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 42mm) $129 (save $120) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 (save $75) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 (save $250) Get Deal

Black Friday is easily the best time to buy Apple products, and as we hit Cyber Weekend, the deals are predictably great. Don't thank the Apple Store for that: Third-party retailers are the ones offering the biggest cash discounts. (Apple's 2025 Black Friday deal is just its usual free gift card promo.)

For the best selection of Apple deals, head to Amazon: At the time of writing, almost all of the latest AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads, and MacBooks were sitting at record-low prices there. Competitors like Best Buy, Walmart, and Target were matching some, but not all of its offers.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more

If you'd happily sacrifice a few current-gen features for the sake of an extra-steep discount, check out Walmart's wares. It has some exclusive deals on the three-year-old Apple Watch SE 2 (now just $129), the AirPods Pro 2 (now $139), the M1 MacBook Air (now $549), and the A14 Bionic iPad (now $349 with 256GB of storage).

We've scoured all of the major players' websites and rounded up the best Black Friday Apple deals below. We'll continue to update it as we get deeper into the holiday season, so keep checking back.

Best Black Friday AirTag deal Apple AirTag $17.97 at Amazon
$29 Save $11.03   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Why we like it

Apple's coin-sized Bluetooth tracker is the perfect sub-$50 stocking stuffer for iPhone owners. Amazon and Walmart both have it on sale for the record-low price of $17.97, or 38% off.

More AirTags deals Apple AirTag (4-pack) $62.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $36.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Best Buy Best Black Friday AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's most affordable earbuds have a five-hour battery life, a one-size-fits-most design, and support for Siri head gestures. The non-ANC pair is only $69 at Amazon and Walmart this Black Friday, which is a $60 savings and a new all-time low.

More AirPods deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 with ANC $99.99 at Amazon
$179 Save $79.01   Get Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $219.99 at Amazon
$249 Save $29.01   Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Pro 2 $139 at Walmart
$249 Save $110   Get Deal Apple AirPods Max (USB-C) $399.99 at Best Buy
$549.99 Save $150   Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple EarPods (USB-C) $16.99 at Amazon and Walmart
$19 Save $2.01   Get Deal Best Black Friday Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $129 at Walmart
$249 Save $120   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's previous-gen budget wearable has a bright OLED screen, a water-resistant design, and most of the features available on the newer Apple Watch SE 3. You miss out on sleep apnea notifications, temperature sensing, fast charging, and wrist gestures, plus the always-on display. If you don't consider those essentials, the SE 2 is a bargain for only $129 during Walmart's Black Friday sale. That's almost half off.

More Apple Watch deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 46mm) $279 at Walmart
$429 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Ultra 2 (GPS + Celllular, 49mm) $599 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$799 Save $200   Get Deal Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS, 40mm) $199 at Walmart
$249 Save $50   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE, 3rd Gen (GPS + cellular, 40mm) $249.99 at Amazon and Walmart
$299 Save $49.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $339 at Amazon and Walmart
$399 Save $60   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $439 at Amazon
$499 Save $60   Get Deal Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + cellular, 49mm) $699.99 at Amazon
$799 Save $99.01   Get Deal at Amazon Best Black Friday iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $274 at Best Buy
$349 Save $75   Get Deal at Best Buy Get Deal at Amazon Get Deal at Walmart Why we like it

The 11th-gen iPad has a 10.9-inch display, 12MP cameras, and enough power for everyday tasks. Our reviewer called it "a real steal" at its usual sticker price of $349, but you'll pay just $274 if you buy it from Amazon or Walmart this Black Friday. That's its lowest price ever and $5 better than Best Buy's deal.

More iPad deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $429 at Amazon
$499 Save $70   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad, 10.9-inch (A14 Bionic, WiFi, 256GB) $349 at Walmart
$449 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB $449 at Amazon and Best Buy
$599 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $649 at Amazon and Best Buy
$799 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi + cellular, 256GB) $999 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,199 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $1,099 at Amazon
$1,299 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $899 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$999 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) $1,199 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart
$1,299 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi, 128GB) $399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$499 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro, WiFi + cellular, 128GB) $549 at Amazon and Best Buy
$649 Save $100   Get Deal Best Black Friday MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $749 at Amazon and Best Buy
$999 Save $250   Get Deal Why we like it

Fast, pretty, and portable, the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is our favorite MacBook for students. We didn't think it would get any cheaper than $799 this season — that was its regular sale price from August to early November — but Amazon and Best Buy proved us wrong.

More MacBook deals Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $949 at Amazon
$1,199 Save $250   Get Deal at Amazon Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,399 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,599 Save $200   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549
$649 Save $100   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,749 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,999 Save $250   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $2,189 at Amazon and Best Buy
$2,499 Save $310   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $2,699 at Amazon and Best Buy
$3,199 Save $500   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Pro, 16-inch (M4 Max, 36GB RAM, 1TB SSD $3,063.84 at Amazon
$3,499 Save $435.16   Get Deal Mac deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $479 at Amazon and Best Buy
$599 Save $120   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,199.99 at Amazon
$1,399 Save $199.01   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 8-core CPU and 8-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,149 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,299 Save $150   Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iMac (M4 with 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $1,349 at Amazon and Best Buy
$1,499 Save $150   Get Deal Even more Apple deals Opens in a new window Credit: Apple $100 Apple gift card Target Circle members get a free $15 Target gift card with $100 Apple gift card purchase Get Deal

I subscribe to a lot of streaming services, but Paramount+ has bailed me out more times than I can count when I've been in the mood for a TV series I can binge in a couple of sittings—nothing too long, but still juicy enough to sink into.

Best Black Friday fitness tracker deals Best Early Black Friday Fitness Tracker Deal Apple Watch Ultra 3 $699.99 (Save $99.01) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Budget Fitness Tracker Deal CMF Watch Pro 2 $49 (Save $30) Get Deal Best Early Black Friday Apple Watch Alternative Fitness Tracker Deal Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition on white background $538.98 (Save $561.01) Get Deal

Whether you're looking to crush a new goal in 2026 or just want to get a head start on your holiday shopping, now's the time to grab a new fitness tracker. Black Friday deals on a variety of brands are available, with significant discounts on wearables for every budget. From simple step counters to advanced smartwatches, these Black Friday fitness tracker deals have you covered with price drops of just about every kind.

Below, you'll find some of the best fitness tracker deals we've uncovered as part of the biggest shopping event of the year. We'll continue updating this page as prices continue to drop. Be sure to keep checking back as we go from Black Friday to Cyber Monday so you don't miss a single discount.

Best Black Friday fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Apple Watch Ultra 3 $679 at Amazon
$799 Save $120   Get Deal Why we like it

Apple's premium smartwatch is the top of the line when it comes to fitness tracking, along with all the other wearable features it offers. You can save on it now and get all the perks for less, which include hypertension detection, upgraded sleep tracking, off-grid emergency comms, and everything else you've come to expect from the Apple Watch. That includes heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, workout recording, and much more.

Best Black Friday budget fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon CMF Watch Pro 2 $49 at Amazon
$79 Save $30   Get Deal Why we like it

If you don't want to shell out the big bucks for a premium fitness tracker or smartwatch, the CMF Watch Pro 2 is an affordable option that fits most budgets. But budget in this case doesn't mean bereft of features. It comes with a portable blood oxygen saturation monitor, workout tracking, heart rate tracking, training load and recovery time, and much more that can all be synced and shared to your favorite health app. All this, plus it does everything you need your smartwatch to do: make calls, use gestures, record voice notes, and more. All for under $50, which is a veritable dream.

Best Black Friday Apple Watch alternative fitness tracker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition $538.98 at Amazon
$1,099.99 Save $561.01   Get Deal Why we like it

If you prefer to try something different than an Apple Watch, this Garmin unit has everything you need if you're serious about fitness tracking in general. That includes a 1.4-inch AMOLED display with a sapphire lens. It has 24/7 health and wellness monitoring with HRV status and pulse oximetry, advanced sleep monitoring, hill score for endurance training, and an A to Z selection of fitness routine and workout tracking to help you stay on top of your game. It also gives you a morning report each day to give you an idea of where you are in your fitness journey so you can plan your next move.

More Black Friday fitness tracker deals

• Fitbit Inspire 3 — $69.95 $99.95 (save $30)

• CMF BY NOTHING Watch 3 — $79 $99 (save $20)

• Fitbit Charge 6 — $99.95 $159.95 (save $60)

• Fitbit Ace LTE — $99.95 $179.95 (save $80)

• Fitbit Versa 4 — $119.95 $199.95 (save $80)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 — $129.99 $249.99 (save $120)

• Garmin Venu Sq 2 — $149.99 $249.99 (save $100)

• Garmin Forerunner 55 (42mm) — $149.99 $169.99 (save $20)

• Garmin Vivoactive 5 — $189.95 $208.95 (save $19)

• WHOOP 5.0/MG — $199 $239 (save $40)

• Oura Ring 4 — $249 $349 (save $100)

• Garmin vívoactive 6 — $249.99 $299.99 (save $50)

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 (44mm, Bluetooth) — $279.99 $379.99 (save $100)

• Apple Watch Series 11 — $339 $399 (save $60)

• Garmin Venu 3S (41mm) — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100)

• Google Pixel Watch 4 — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100)

BEST-EVER PRICE: Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $69 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's the lowest-ever price for these earbuds, by some margin.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Amazon
$129 Save $60   Get Deal

Deals on Apple AirPods have been going extremely hard this Black Friday, but we were still stunned to see the latest price drop on AirPods 4. We were thrilled to see these popular earbuds for $79.99, but that low price has been completely destroyed by Amazon's latest offering. Seriously, what is going on?

Apple AirPods 4 are on sale for $69 in the Amazon Black Friday sale, saving you $60 on list price. That's almost 50% off and the lowest-ever price for these earbuds by a long way. There are so many impressive deals live right now over Black Friday, but this is easily one of the best. It's honestly going to be very hard for Amazon to top this. Have we already peaked?

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The only problem we can see with this deal is limited stock. We expect these $69 AirPods to sell very quickly, so if you're planning to pounce on this low price, we recommend acting fast to avoid disappointment. The Apple AirPods with ANC for under $100 deal has already sold out, and we can only see this deal going the same way. Consider yourself warned.

Score the best-ever price on Apple AirPods 4 in the Amazon Black Friday sale.

Walmart's official Black Friday sale is on, and it runs until Nov. 30. We've sifted through the latest drop of deals, compared the options to competitors' prices, and pulled together a list of the best Walmart Black Friday deals to snag — goodies to grab before they sell out.

Walmart's Black Friday deals at a glance: GET ALL THE PERKS 1-Year Walmart+ Membership $49 (Save $49) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods 4 $69 (save $60.99) Get Deal Best TV deal Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 (save $121) Get Deal Best Stick Vacuum Deal Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner $399.99 (save $330) Get Deal Best PlayStation deal PlayStation 5 Slim Disc Console (1TB) $449 (save $40) Get Deal BEST KITCHEN DEAL Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 (save $24.99) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 (save $290) Get Deal Best laptop deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 (save $100) Get Deal Best Carpet Cleaner Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner $78.97 (save $44.62) Get Deal Best Apple Watch Deal Apple Watch SE 2 (GPS, 40mm) $129 (save $40.99) Get Deal

Walmart's official Black Friday sale kicked off on Tuesday, Nov. 25, which feels early until you remember that Target's official sale started on Nov. 23, and Best Buy's even earlier on Nov. 20. Walmart definitely brings the doorbusters to make up for that time, though: We're seeing some head-spinning record-low prices, like the Apple AirPods 4 on sale for $69, the M1 MacBook Air for $549, the Lego Star Wars Executor Super Star Destroyer for $40, and Magic Bullet blenders for just $15 a pop.

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Get live updates on the latest sales, doorbusters, and deal drops

We're keeping daily tabs on Walmart's Black Friday sale through its online-only Cyber Monday sale on Dec. 1:

Best Walmart Black Friday TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch H5 QLED 4K Roku TV $378 at Walmart
$499 Save $121   Get Deal Why we like it

Walmart officially has the cheapest 75-inch QLED TV of Black Friday so far. The 75-inch Hisense H5 QLED TV bumps the previous winner (the $399.99 75-inch Insignia QF QLED at Amazon) to second place by $20 and some change. If you're a Roku TV person over a Fire TV person anyway, this Hisense is such a no-brainer upgrade. Compared to a regular LED TV, the QLED difference in brightness and color saturation will be palpable the first time you try to watch anything in a sunlit room.

More Black Friday TV deals at Walmart43 inches and under

• Vizio 32-inch Class HD LED TV — $98 $118 (save $20)

50 to 55 inches

• Hisense 55-inch H5 LED 4K TV — $168 $278 (save $110)

65 inches

• Samsung 65-inch Crystal UHD 4K TV — $328 $429.99 (save $101.99)

• Hisense 65-inch Canvas QLED 4K TV — $885 $1,297.99 (save $4120.99)

• LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED 4K TV — $1,239.25 $2,499.99 (save $1,260.74)

75 inches

• Hisense 75-inch Class H5 Series QLED 4K TV — $378 $499 (save $121)

• Samsung 75-inch Class QLED 4K TV — $598 $799.99 (save $201.99)

85 inches and up

• TCL 98-inch Q Series QLED 4K TV — $998 $1,798 (save $800)

Best gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony PlayStation 5 Console 1TB Fortnite - Flowering Chaos Bundle $449 at Walmart
$549 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

As much as we love the new Nintendo Switch 2, there's no denying it: the PlayStation 5 is the king of the consoles. And you can find great bundles on PS5 consoles in stock at all the major retailers right now. We like this bundle because the console comes with a full terabyte of storage, plus access to exclusive Fortnite items for PS5 players.

• EA Sports Madden NFL 26 for PS5 — $27.99 $69 (save $49.01)

• NBA 2K26 for PS5 — $30 $69.99 (save $39.99)

• Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller, Carbon Black — $39.99 $64 (save $24.01)

• PlayStation Portal Remote Player — $179 $199.99 (save $20.99)

• Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle — $499

Best laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $549 at Walmart
$649 Save $100   Get Deal Why we like it

The M1 MacBook Air is the cheapest Apple laptop we recommend. It's quiet, sleek, super portable, and way faster than similarly priced Chromebooks. Walmart almost always has it on sale for $599 (regularly $649), so we were looking for an even deeper Black Friday discount. Our wish was granted: It's now just $549, or 15% off.

More Black Friday laptop deals at Walmart

• Acer Chromebook 315 (Intel Celeron N4500, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC) — $109 $209 (save $120)

• Asus Vivobook Go 15 (Intel i3-N305, 8GB RAM, 256GB UFS) — $219 $349.99 (save $130.99)

• HP Laptop 15 (Intel Core i5-1334U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $299 $589.99 (save $290.99)

• HP OmniBook 5 (Intel Core Ultra 7 255U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $479 $979.99 (save $500.99)

• Acer Nitro V 15 (Intel Core i5-13420H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $599 $929 (save $330)

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $69 at Walmart
$129 Save $60   Get Deal Why we like it

This AirPods deal is keeping us on our toes. We were already satisfied when Walmart dropped the AirPods 4 to a record low of $79.99 on Nov. 20, but as of Nov. 25, another $10.99 has been shaved off. How often do you get to say that the latest (non-Pro) AirPods are almost 50% off? Almost never, so bag these before they disappear.

More earbuds and headphones deals

• JBL Tune 520BT On-Ear Headphones — $29.95 $59.95 (save $30)

• Beats Flex — $30.01 $69.95 (save $39.94)

• JBL Tune Flex (ANC) — $44.95 $54 (save $9.05)

• JBL Tune Buds Ghost Edition Wireless Earbuds — $39.95 $99.95 (save $60)

• Apple AirPods Pro 2 — $139 $249 (save $110)

• Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) — $69.99 $129.99 (save $45)

• JBL Tune 670NC Headphones — $54.95 $109.95 (save $55)

• Beats Fit Pro (ANC) — $149 $199.99 (save $50.99)

Best robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Roborock Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop $459.99 at Walmart
$749.99 Save $290   Get Deal Why we like it

Roborock is quickly replacing iRobot as the most reliable robot vacuum brand. The brand made some of our favorite robot vacuums of the year, and this Qrevo Series self-emptier boasts 10,000 Pa of suction and the ability to mop your floors.

More Black Friday vacuum deals at Walmart

• Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner — $78.97 $98.93 (save $19.96)

• Lefant Robot Vacuum — $89.98 $289.99 (save $200.01)

• ONSON 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $99.97 $158.89 (save $59)

• Shark Matrix 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $200 $379.99 (save $179.99)

• iRobot Roomba 1010 — $198 $339.99 (save $141.99)

• Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum — $209.99 $379.99 (save $170)

• Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum Cleaner — $399.99 $729.99 (save $330)

• Roborock Q10 X5+ — $249.99 $499.99 (save $250)

• Dreame 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $379.98 $589.99 (save $210.01)

• Roborock QV 35S 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum — $459.99 $749.99 (save $290)

Best deal on toys and games Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 $35.99 at Walmart
$44.99 Save $9   Get Deal Why we like it

This is the time of year to snag Advent calendars while they're 1) on sale and 2) still in stock. This set comes with tons of mini figures and toys Star Wars fans will love. Can you say BB-8 as a snowman, or Jawa wearing an ugly Christmas sweater? You won't find this Black Friday Advent calendar deal at Amazon.

More Walmart Black Friday deals on toys and games

• Lego Star Wars: Executor Super Star Destroyer 75356 — $40 $69.99 (save $29.99)

• Lego Minecraft The Crafting Table 21265 — $40 $89.99 (save $49.99)

• Hurry Up Chicken Butt by Exploding Kittens — $10 $19.99 (save $9.99)

• Bluey Light Up Kids Scooter — $15 $36 (save $21)

• Lego Botanicals Happy Plants Building Set — $18.39 $22.99 (save $4.60)

• Hot Wheels Action 4-Loop Crash Out Track Set with Motorized Booster — $30 $53.99 (save $23.99)

• Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian Gift Set — $45 $62.97 (save $17.97)

• Lego Wicked Welcome to Emerald City Building Set — $79.96 $99.99 (save $20.03)

• Seray Adjustable Outdoor Basketball Hoop — $186.99 $399.99 (save $213)

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch SE 2 (GPS, 40mm) $129 at Walmart
$169.99 Save $40.99 New price drop! Get Deal Why we like it

The Apple Watch SE 2 has since been replaced by the SE 3, but except for a longer battery life, they're pretty similar devices. And as of Thanksgiving day, Walmart has dropped prices on the previous-gen model to just $129. We expect this deal to sell out fast, because there's just something satisfying about an Apple Watch that only costs $129.

More Walmart deals on Apple products

• Apple AirTag — $17.97 $29 (save $11.03)

• Apple iPad 11-inches (128 GB) — $274 $349 (save $75)

Best Black Friday kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Magic Bullet Magic Bullet Essential Blender with To-Go Lid $15 at Walmart
$39.99 Save $24.99   Get Deal Why we like it

Do we need to explain this one? It's a blender that costs $15, and from a brand we've had great experiences with before. This personal smoothie blender comes with a to-go cup and lid, so you can whip up a smoothie before work or class and take it with you.

More Black Friday kitchen deals

• Keurig K-Express Essentials Plus — $35 $79 (save $44)

• Ninja Professional Plus DUO Blender, 1400 W — $109 $129 (save $20)

• Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Machine (72 oz) — $229 $299 (save $70)

SEE ALSO: Black Friday 2025: Live updates on the latest deals from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and more

NEW RECORD LOW: The Apple AirTag 4-pack is on sale for just $62.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's over $30 off and the lowest-ever price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag 4-Pack $62.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $36.01   Get Deal

Black Friday has delivered a bunch of deals on Apple devices, including MacBooks, iPads, and AirPods. It’s also the perfect moment to pick up the less glamorous essentials that everyone needs, like the Apple AirTag.

The Apple AirTag 4-pack is on sale for just $62.99 in the Amazon Black Friday sale. That's over $30 off and the lowest-ever price for Black Friday. These little Bluetooth trackers are seriously useful, so now's the time to stock up.

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The Apple AirTag syncs with the Find My app. Simply hold it near your iPhone and it connects via Bluetooth with one quick tap. You can then attach the AirTag to your valuables. It's that easy. AirTags use Ultra Wideband technology to track your items if you ever misplace them. There’s even a “lost mode” that uses the wider Find My network and alerts you when the AirTag is detected.

Score the best-ever price on the Apple AirTag 4-pack this Black Friday. Still looking for more deals? See the biggest discounts at Amazon’s epic Black Friday sale and save up to 70% on popular gifts, gadgets, and more goodies.

TL;DR: The Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Booster Bundle is down to $56.68 at Amazon, which is market value compared to TCGplayer's price of $56.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Booster Bundle $56.68 at Amazon
$59.99 Save $3.31   Get Deal

Mega Evolution boosters and Phantasmal Flames is kicking off the next era of Pokémon TCG with a bang, but plenty of us are still ripping Prismatic Evolutions packs hoping for Umbreon ex SIR to appear, or better yet a god pack containing every Eeveelution including Eevee in their Secret Illustration Rare glory.

It's not just about the Eeveelutions in this set, thanks to some stunning SIRs in Roaring Moon ex, Ceruledge ex, and Dragapult ex. Well now it's cheaper than ever to rip and catch chase cards. The Prismatic Evolutions Booster Bundle is down to $56.68 at Amazon, which is market value compared to TCGplayer's price of $56.99.

SEE ALSO: Where to buy Pokémon cards in 2025 — avoid overpaying or missing out on new sets

Prismatic Evolutions is also notoriously brutal to rip open thanks to, in my opinion, too many gimmicks being stuffed into one special holiday set. That means Pokéball and Masterball Rares stuffed into packs that can't be bought in bulk thanks to no booster boxes, which means it's harder than most sets to pull high value chase cards.

Most valuable Prismatic Evolutions Pokémon cards Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company

When it comes to Prismatic Evolutions, it's most likely cheaper to just buy the cards you need outright, especially with prices finding new floor across Pokémon TCG recently. Here's the top five with links to TCGplayer to buy right now alongside up to date values:

1. Umbreon ex - 161/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $1,000
   Market price: $1,119.08
   Most recent sale: $449.95

2. Sylveon ex - 156/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $290
   Market price: $334.99
   Most recent sale: $295

3. Leafeon ex - 144/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $254.95
   Market price: $262.21
   Most recent sale: $254.90

4. Glaceon ex - 150/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $194.48
   Market price: $206.93
   Most recent sale: $190

5. Vaporeon ex - 149/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $179.99
   Market price: $204.96
   Most recent sale: $188.59

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you play an instrument.

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 Pips hints, answers for November 28, 2025 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: Correct

• Green: To defeat

• Blue: Found on a string instrument

• Purple: Parts of talking

Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: Fitting

• Green: Achieve victory over

• Blue: Parts of an electric guitar

• Purple: Phonetic elements of speech

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 #901 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Fitting: FAIR, JUST, PROPER, RIGHT

• Achieve victory over: BEAT, BEST, TAKE, WORST

• Parts of an electric guitar: FRET, PEG, PICKUP, STRING

• Phonetic elements of speech: INTONATION, LOUDNESS, RHYTHM, STRESS

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 28, 2025

Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today's puzzle.

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

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

Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you believe in luck.

Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special, word or phrase that sums up that day's theme, and spans the entire grid horizontally or vertically.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable

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 preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 28, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 28, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: If all else fails...

The words are related to luck.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe things that bring good luck.

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 Make A Wish.

NYT Strands word list for November 28

• Star

• Dandelion

• Eyelash

• Make A Wish

• Coin

• Fountatin

• Ladybug

Looking for other daily online games? Mashable's Games page has more hints, and if you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now!

Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

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

Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're a new parent.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 28, 2025 Where did Wordle come from?

Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once. 

Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.

What's the best Wordle starting word?

The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.

What happened to the Wordle archive?

The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.

Is Wordle getting harder?

It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for November 28, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

A crying newborn.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter C appears twice.

Today's Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with...

Today's Wordle starts with the letter C.

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...

COLIC

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 28, 2025

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 yesterday's Wordle.

Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you love rivalry week.

As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.

Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier — so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable What is Connections: Sports Edition?

The NYT's latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publication's sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake — players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

SEE ALSO: Wordle-obsessed? These are the best word games to play IRL. Here's a hint for today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Sneakers

• Green: Gymnastics

• Blue: Soccer stars

• Purple: Like father, like son

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Basketball Sneaker Brands

• Green: First Words of Gymnastics Apparatus

• Blue: Women's Soccer Stars

• Purple: Basketball Father/Son Duos

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 #431 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Basketball Sneaker Brands - ADIDAS, JORDAN, NIKE, UNDER ARMOUR

• First Words of Gymnastics Apparatus- BALANCE, PARALLEL, POMMEL, UNEVEN

• Women's Soccer Stars - BONMATÍ, GIRMA, MARTA, RODMAN

• Basketball Father/Son Duos - BARRY, JAMES, PIPPEN, SABONIS

Don't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new sports Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

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

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

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

Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit.

Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are piecemeal answers that will serve as hints so that you can find your way through each difficulty level.

How to play Pips

If you've ever played dominoes, you'll have a passing familiarity for how Pips is played. As we've shared in our previous hints stories for Pips, the tiles, like dominoes, are placed vertically or horizontally and connect with each other. The main difference between a traditional game of dominoes and Pips is the color-coded conditions you have to address. The touching tiles don't necessarily have to match.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 8, 2025

The conditions you have to meet are specific to the color-coded spaces. For example, if it provides a single number, every side of a tile in that space must add up to the number provided. It is possible – and common – for only half a tile to be within a color-coded space.

Here are common examples you'll run into across the difficulty levels:

• Number: All the pips in this space must add up to the number.

• Equal: Every domino half in this space must be the same number of pips.

• Not Equal: Every domino half in this space must have a completely different number of pips.

• Less than: Every domino half in this space must add up to less than the number.

• Greater than: Every domino half in this space must add up to more than the number.

If an area does not have any color coding, it means there are no conditions on the portions of dominoes within those spaces.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for November 8, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 28 Pips

Less Than(3): Everything in this space must be less than 3. The answer is 2-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (3): Everything in this space must be equal to 3. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally; 2-3, placed horizontally; 3-1, placed vertically.

Equal (1): Everything in this red space must be equal to 1. The answer is 1-6, placed vertically; 1-0, placed vertically; 3-1, placed vertically.

Number (6): Everything in this space must add to 6. The answer is 1-6, placed vertically.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 28 Pips

Greater Than (4): Everything in this space must be greater than 4. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically.

Number (9): Everything in this space must add to 9. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically; 6-4, placed horizontally.

Number (10): Everything in this space must add to 10. The answer is 5-5, placed vertically.

Equal (4): Everything in this red space must be equal to 4. The answer is 4-1, placed vertically; 4-3, placed vertically.

Number (4): Everything in this space must add to 4. The answer is 2-3, placed vertically; 1-1, placed horizontally.

Number (6): Everything in this space must add to 6. The answer is 4-6, placed vertically; 2-3, placed vertically.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Nov. 27 Pips

Number (10): Everything in this space must add to 10. The answer is 4-1, placed horizontally; 6-0, placed vertically.

Number (4): Everything in this space must add to 4. The answer is 4-1, placed horizontally; 3-2, placed horizontally.

Number (0): Everything in this space must add to 0. The answer is 6-0, placed vertically.

Number (12): Everything in this light blue space must add to 12. The answer is 3-2, placed horizontally; 5-5, placed vertically.

Number (11): Everything in this space must add to 11. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally; 6-4, placed horizontally.

Number (12): Everything in this purple space must add to 12. The answer is 6-4, placed horizontally; 4-4, placed vertically

Number (12): Everything in this green space must add to 12. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically; 6-6, placed vertically.

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

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

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

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

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Friday, Nov. 28, 2025:

AcrossMajor tech purchases on Black Friday

• The answer is TVs.

Hit the mall

• The answer is Shop.

When many arrive at stores on Black Friday

• The answer is Early.

"Buy one, get one ___"

• The answer is Free.

Clichéd holiday gift for dad

• The answer is Tie.

DownNumber of days that the first Thanksgiving feast lasted

• The answer is Three.

Small, mouselike rodent

• The answer is Vole.

Intelligence bureau worker

• The answer is Spy.

Traditional garment worn at an Indian wedding

• The answer is Sari.

Movement of money between accounts, for short

• The answer is EFT.

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

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

TL;DR: Pokémon TCG's Prismatic Evolutions Premium Figure Collection is down to $149.99 at Amazon, which is near-market value compared to TCGplayer's price of $118.90 including shipping.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Prismatic Evolutions Premium Figure Collection $149.99 at Amazon
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Mega Evolution and Phantasmal Flames are kicking of the new era of Pokémon TCG with a massive bang, and Scarlet and Violet era print runs are still going strong. Prismatic Evolutions was ridiculously hard to grab at launch, but it looks like that's finally changing thanks to the Pokémon Company increasing production earlier this year.

Prismatic Evolutions is pretty much laser focused on Eeveelutions, but there's some stunning Secret Illustration Rares of non-Eeveelution Pokémon in this set. Roaring Moon ex, Ceruledge ex, and Dragapult ex all have ridiculously stunning artwork, for example.

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The good news is Amazon is near-market value on Prismatic Evolutions Premium Figure Collection. The $149.99 price is pretty much at market value when compared to TCGPlayer's lowest price at $118.90, especially when you take shipping into account.

TCGplayer Cyber Weekend 10% cashback event Credit: Mashable Photo Composite / The Pokémon Company

Prismatic Evolutions is some to the most expensive Pokémon TCG product in the modern era, and the other chase cards are up there in value. TCGplayer is running a 10% cashback event, which boosts up to 16% providing you've been a TCGplayer subscriber for long enough. This event comes at a time when Pokémon TCG in general is finding a new floor when it comes to sealed product and card value, so this is 100% the best time to buy up the chase cards you need and build up your collection:

1. Umbreon ex - 161/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $1,000
   Market price: $1,111.08
   Most recent sale: $1,099.99

2. Sylveon ex - 156/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $300
   Market price: $332.45
   Most recent sale: $340.94

3. Leafeon ex - 144/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $240
   Market price: $270.48
   Most recent sale: $250

4. Glaceon ex - 150/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $189
   Market price: $207.36
   Most recent sale: $190

5. Vaporeon ex - 149/131
   Near Mint Holofoil: $181
   Market price: $194.77
   Most recent sale: $187.29