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SAVE $36.99: As of Sept. 2, the Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are on sale for only $33 at Amazon. That's 53% off their current list price of $69.99 and their best price on record.

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If you don't need all the fancy pants bells and whistles that come with top-of-the-line headphones, you can save a bunch of money by opting for something more basic like the Sony WH-CH520s. They'll still check all the essential boxes like good sound quality, multipoint connection, hands-free calling, decent battery life, and a comfortable and lightweight design, but they won't cost you as much as a car payment.

As of Sept. 2, you can pick up a pair of Sony WH-CH520 headphones (in black) for only $33 at Amazon. That's a savings of 53% or $36.99 and their lowest price ever on record. And considering these babies just got a $10 price hike, raising their list price from $59.99 to $69.99, this discount is even more impressive.

The depth of sound isn't going to match Sony's $450 WH-1000XM6 headphones, but as our reviewer noted, "The audio quality of this Sony pair certainly packed a punch. When running in them (pretty comfortable, all things considered), the sound of traffic and the wind was just barely audible — certainly way less audible than you'd expect from such a minimalistic headphone design."

Other standouts include up to 50 hours of battery life, a three-minute fast-charge feature, multipoint connectivity, customizable EQ, and a lightweight design. You can even create sound profiles in the app to match the genre you're listening to. They have a lot going for them for the price. The only downfall is that while they come in a bunch of fun colors, only the black option is sitting at the record-low $33.

If you've been using a YouTube Premium family plan to extend its benefits to people outside of your household, keep an eye on your inbox.

That's because the Google-owned video website is apparently starting a soft crackdown on that practice, per Android Police. Some folks, including a friend of the Android Police reporter and this Reddit user, have received emails from YouTube stating that their Premium service will be paused in 14 days because they were not in the same physical location as the holder of the Premium account. For reference, YouTube Premium's family plan allows someone to add up to five members to the plan for just $23/mo.

SEE ALSO: YouTube Music courts mega fans with new features

It should be noted that YouTube instituted this policy all the way back in 2023, but had not really enforced it until now. It also seems, per Android Police, that the enforcement hasn't rolled out widely yet. You may still be able to exploit the loophole for now, though I wouldn't count on it lasting forever. The app does a check every 30 days to ensure that all users are in the same location, so we may start seeing more and more reports of this happening in the coming weeks.

Again, make sure you check your email from time to time.

It can be annoying to constantly run out of space on your Windows computer without knowing the culprit. However, sometimes the offenders can be files and folders that have grown too large for your storage to handle. Let's look at what they are and how to keep them in check before they force you to buy a new drive.

SAVE $30: Some shoppers are eligible to use code MAX4KTV at checkout to score the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for $29.99, down from the normal price of $59.99. That’s a 50% discount and the lowest on record at Amazon.

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Maybe the weather hasn’t gotten the memo, but we’re almost to fall and that means we have tons of new shows to look forward to. If your TV's current streaming setup tends to be laggy and takes forever to load menu screens, you deserve to upgrade. Some Amazon shoppers are in for a massive discount today on a 4K streaming stick. 

As of Sept. 2, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale for some shoppers for $29.99 with code MAX4KTV. That’s $30 off the list price of $59.99 which makes it a new record-low. Most of Mashable’s shopping team have access to this coupon, but not everyone, so check on your access before you start the celebration.

The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is the latest model from the mega retailer, and it’s loaded with top-tier features. For starters, it supports 4K streaming and the shocking quick WiFi 6E. That spells a smooth streaming experience for any 4K content. It also has a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor and it has double the storage compared to the first generation Fire Stick, clocking in at 16GB. That means there’s twice as much room for your favorite apps and streaming services.

SEE ALSO: Get ready for NFL kickoff with these deals on massive 100-inch TVs

One of the most innovative features in TV technology recently is the Samsung The Frame’s ability to double as an art piece while you’re not streaming shows or movies. Those TVs tend to cost well over $1,000, but that’s not the only way to display artwork on your TV. The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is one and only streaming stick to come with Fire TV Ambient Experience which allows you display museum-quality art and photography from a library of over 2,000 pieces.

The included remote control comes with voice-command features with the help of Alexa and you also get four pre-programmed buttons with quick navigation to Netflix and Prime Video, in addition to two others.

While it’s down to a record-low price at Amazon for many lucky shoppers, hurry to snag the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max while it’s down to just $29.99. That’s a massive 50% discount for those who have access to use code MAX4KTV to score the discount. Happy streaming!

Windows 11 has a cool, useful feature that you may not know about.

The Microsoft software has a new tool that will allow users to link their PC clipboard to their Android phone. In other words, you can have something copied on your computer and immediately access it on your phone. This could prove super useful for sending links, images, big blocks of text, or whatever else you might discover on your PC.

The feature works from the Link to Windows app, Tech Radar noted, which means you'll have to have that installed to turn on the feature in Windows 11 settings. Windows Latest spotted the feature in a preview build, writing "the sync was instantaneous" and that it worked across different keyboard apps. Users just need to be logged in to the same Microsoft account on their PC and phone, while also allowing access to the keyboard via settings in their cellphone. Then presto, the clipboard should be right there on your phone.

The feature is only in test builds right now, but it would make sense if it eventually made its way to all users.

Windows 11, meanwhile, has been in the news recently for less than ideal reasons. Microsoft had to issue a statement denying that a recent security update was causing SSD failures. The denial came after internet rumors that the update was to blame.

SAVE $1,000: Through Sept. 4, the Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum with an arm is $1,000 off for Roborock's anniversary sale, bringing the cost down to $1,599.

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The Roborock Saros Z70 has been the last robot vacuum I've been telling people to buy since it came out in May. The allure of the arm alone (and its quirks, as I found out in testing) just couldn't justify the $2,599 price tag. But Roborock is having an anniversary sale through Sept. 4, and during it, I might judge you a little less hard for taking the plunge on the robot vacuum with an arm — because it's a whole $1,000 off.

Yes, the Saros Z70 is on sale for $1,599, which is a much more digestible amount that we're used to seeing from Roborock. $1,599 is the normal asking price for the rest of the Saros trilogy, the Saros 10 and Saros 10R, that I've been vouching for hard after testing and comparing them both. They're both $300 cheaper for the sale, now both $1,299 each. Oddly enough, the Saros Z70 is the only of the three deals that's strictly available at Roborock's website, not at Amazon.

SEE ALSO: Dreame's summer vacuum launch is the biggest vacuum drop of 2025 so far

To give credit where it's due, the Roborock Saros Z70 is actually a good robot vacuum and mop combo. (It was just overpriced, especially with erratic arm functionality.) With 22,000 Pa of suction power and hinged spinning mopping pads that scrub right up against edges and corners, it's a real cleaning powerhouse that competes with (or beats) most other premium robot vacuums on the market. Everything gets dumped into the sleek automatic self-empty dock.

The Saros Z70's mops can flex out past the circular edge of the vacuum. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable The Saros Z70 washes and dries its own mopping pads automatically. Credit: Leah Stodart / Mashable

Its smart mapping room to room is highly accurate, just as I've grown to expect from Roborock. It's the accuracy of the obstacle-dodging capabilities within those rooms that isn't so spot on. Yes, the arm can successfully pick select items up from time to time, but its consistency is a little iffy, and so is the vacuum's small obstacle avoidance tech. (Don't worry, it was spot on with fake pet waste.) Still, the livestream camera is an awesome tool for pet parents to have, even if it's not super helpful when trying to pick up a sock or pet toy claw machine style. I documented my experience at home on video, so you can see for yourself before buying.

SAVE $149.02: As of Sept. 2, get the Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor for $549.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699. That's a discount of 21% and the lowest price we've seen.

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If you're planning on soaking up all the goodness that are this fall's biggest games, like Borderlands 4 or Cronos: The New Dawn, you should consider getting a great monitor that'll make them all pop. One good option is an OLED display, and you can save a pretty penny on one of our favorite models thanks to this Amazon deal.

As of Sep. 2, get the Alienware AW3423DWF QD-OLED gaming monitor for $549.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699. That's $149.02 off and a discount of 21%. It's also the lowest price we've seen.

SEE ALSO: The best monitors in 2025

This curved OLED premium monitor is a 34-inch behemoth that'll make each gaming session feel more immersive. Its curve can give you the impression that you're right inside of the action, and it has beautiful hues and contrasts that add some realism to whatever it is you're playing.

With two HDR modes, HDR 400 True Black or HDR Peak 1000, it can shine at up to 1,000 nits of brightness in some areas. It also has a 0.1ms response time, which makes it perfect for twitchy games where every second matters. It also support AMD FreeSync and VESA AdaptiveSync.

There's also customizable RGB lighting and an adjustable stand to help make the screen feel more comfortable on your desk. It's all meant to help give you the most cutting-edge gaming experience possible, so if you're looking for the easiest and most affordable way for a premium curved monitor to be added to your gaming setup, right now this is it.

SAVE $25: As of Sept. 2, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for just $24.99 for Prime members with the code 4KWINFTV. That's 50% off its list price and just $3 away from its best price ever.

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Practically all TVs are now smart TVs, but in case yours isn't, you should grab a streaming stick. These compact gadgets can transform your basic TV experience into a smart one, putting thousands of shows and movies at your fingertips. Not to mention, they're portable enough to take with you on your travels. So, you won't have to log into a stranger's TV and you can pick up exactly where you left off on whatever you're watching. While you have plenty of options to choose from, we recommend grabbing the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K since it's on sale for half price.

As of Sept. 2, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for only $24.99 for Prime members with the code 4KWINFTV. That's 50% off its list price and only $3 away from its lowest price ever. Plus, it's only a few bucks more than the basic Fire TV Stick, yet steps up the features in a myriad of ways. Not a Prime member? It'll run you $29.99, which is still 40% off its usual cost.

The 4K version of the Fire TV Stick is equipped with cinematic 4K Ultra HD, as well as support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, and WiFi 6. Its quad-core 1.7 GHz processor delivers faster app starts and more fluid navigation. Plus, it allows you to play Xbox games without a console, unlike its basic counterpart. It gives you seamless access to your favorite streaming apps, putting Prime Video front and center. It also highlights all of your recently watched shows in a convenient tab to continue watching without cycling through all of the apps. It's not our top pick for a streaming device overall, but it's a solid budget streamer for just shy of $25 bucks.

From wedding week karaoke machines to speakers that double as chargers, JBL makes speakers for nearly every situation. Even so, with its latest portable Bluetooth speaker, the brand is expanding its range of options.

As of Sept. 2, the JBL Grip is officially up for preorder for $99.95, and will become widely available on Sept. 28. At the size of a tall can and a price sitting firmly in the low to middle portion of JBL's portable speaker lineup, the Grip offers a good degree of flexibility in portability and pricing.

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So what should you expect out of the new speaker? Here's what you need to know.

The new JBL Grip comes in an array of colors. Credit: JBL JBL Grip speaker specs

At Mashable, we've tested several speakers from the JBL lineup, from the $879.95 PartyBox 520 to the $49.95 Go 4. Across the board, JBL speakers produce well-rounded sound, are durable, have decent battery life, and offer options for amplifying your experience. With the JBL Grip, you get:

• JBL Pro Sound with AI Sound Boost that optimizes speaker drivers for clearest possible sound, even at higher volumes

• 43 x 80 mm full range transducer

• 12 hours of battery life, plus two hours with PlayTime Boost

• Six colorways: black, white, purple, red, blue, and camo

• JBL companion app compatibility

• Ambient light on the back panel you can adjust with the JBL app

• IP68 water- and dust-proof rating

• Multi-speaker connectivity with Auracast

• Rope hook for taking on the go

Its small size makes it ultra-portable. Credit: JBL

The most immediate comparisons that spring to mind for the JBL Grip are the JBL Flip 7 speaker and the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4. The Wonderboom 4 is Mashable's current favorite Bluetooth speaker under $100, sitting at the same price point as the JBL Grip. Its rating is slightly less, at IP67 (meaning it can't withstand immersion in water as well as the Grip), and it comes without a companion app. It's shorter and wider, where the Grip is tall, has 14 hours of battery life, and often goes on sale for $79 or less.

The Flip 7, on the other hand, is a step up from the Grip, and its price reflects that at $149.95. You'll get 16 total hours of playtime, a 45 by 60 mm woofer and 16mm tweeter, interchangeable carrying accessories, and lossless audio playback, as well as the same IP68 rating, JBL Pro Sound with AI Sound Boost, Auracast multi-speaker connections, and companion app as the Grip speaker.

SAVE $100: Snag the Samsung Galaxy Ring at Amazon for $299.99, down from the normal price of of $399.99. That's a 25% discount that matches the record-low.

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Smart trackers are some of the best health tech we have these days. Sure, they’re not medically approved devices, but they can give us insight into everyday health and fitness unlike anything we’ve had before. Many people go with a smartwatch, but if you don’t love the feeling of something on your wrist all the time (especially while sleeping) a smart ring can be a perfect alternative. Thankfully, the Samsung model is on a big discount today at Amazon.

As of Sept. 2, the Samsung Galaxy Ring is on sale at Amazon for $299.99, marked down from the standard price of $399.99. That’s a 25% discount which saves you $100. It also matches the lowest price we’ve ever seen at Amazon.

Coming in silver, gold, or black, the Samsung Galaxy Ring is a powerhouse of a fitness tracker. Mashable’s review scale runs from 1 to 5, and anything over a 4.5 earns a prestigious Mashable Choice Award. The Samsung Galaxy Ring earned a stunning 4.9 out of 5 in East Coast Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon’s review. “The Samsung Galaxy Ring is so good, it has made me consider the unthinkable: dropping my beloved Apple Watch Series 9 for the Korea-based tech giant's new wearable,” she wrote in the review.

One of the huge benefits of the Samsung Galaxy Ring, especially compared to smartwatches, is its massive battery life. Samsung says that can last for up to seven days. In Gedeon’s testing, that landed at closer to six days, which is still massively impressive. Most people need to recharge an Apple Watch every day which can be a pain to find the best time to charge if you’re trying to track fitness, steps, and sleep. The Samsung Galaxy Watch frees up some of that inconvenience by lasting much longer. Of course, you forgo the Apple Watch’s display by opting for the Galaxy Ring, but some people prefer to not get text messages on their wrist.

SEE ALSO: The CMF Watch 3 Pro is down to its best-ever price for Labor Day, but you'll need to act fast

The Galaxy Ring does everything you’d expect from a smart tracker like monitoring heart rate, tracking steps, exercise, and sleep. The stress monitoring is also highly accurate and useful. “The stress detector on the Galaxy Ring is the best feature on this wearable. Looking back at the Samsung Health chart that indicated when my stress was highest, it was always during work hours or moments when I couldn't quite figure something out,” noted Gedeon. 

If you’re worried about ring sizing, go ahead and order the Samsung Galaxy Ring Sizing Kit for $10. This order gives you a $10 Amazon credit to use toward the purchase of the Galaxy Ring, essentially making the sizing kit free. Samsung also designed the Galaxy Ring with durability in mind, making it resistant to everyday wear and water. You’re safe to wear it while swimming, showering, or washing dishes.

While it’s on sale for $100 off, snag the Samsung Galaxy Ring for under $300 at Amazon. It’s great for those who aren’t so thrilled about wearing a watch but want the benefits of better health tracking.

Using a virtual private network (VPN) allows you to enjoy all of your favorite Netflix TV shows and movies from anywhere. However, not all VPNs can get past Netflix's geoblocks. For the best binge-watching, even across borders, consider these VPNs.

Station wagons may be fading from the U.S. market, but a few standout models are keeping the body style alive. These cars blend SUV practicality with sedan-like handling, making them a smart choice for drivers who want space without sacrificing comfort.

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.

SEE ALSO: NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for September 2, 2025 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: Revenue

• Green: Hockey names

• Blue: English football

• Purple: Same first two words

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: Money made

• Green: NHL teams, familiarly

• Blue: EFL Championship clubs

• Purple: Home Run ____

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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 #344 is...

What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition today

• Money made - EARNINGS, INCOME, PAY, SALARY

• NHL teams, familiarly - AVS, CAPS, HABS, SENS

• EFL Championship clubs - LEICESTER, SOUTHAMPTON, WEST BROM, WREXHAM

• Home Run ____ - BAKER, DERBY, HITTER, TROT

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.

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 today's Connections.

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 September 2, 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: Coarse words

• Green: Shared theme

• Blue: He's just...

• Purple: Within the words

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: Curses

• Green: In "A visit from St. Nicholas"

• Blue: Worn by Earring Magic Ken

• Purple: Starting with possessive determiners

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 #814 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• Curses: EXPLETIVES, FOUR-LETTER WORDS, PROFANITY, SWEARING

• In "A visit from St. Nicholas": CHRISTMAS, HOUSE, MOUSE, STIRRING

• Worn by Earring Magic Ken: EARRING, MESH SHIRT, NECKLACE, PLEATHER VEST

• Starting with possessive determiners: HERRING, HISTAMINE, MYSTERY, OUROBOROS

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 September 2, 2025

Are you also playing NYT 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 today's Connections.

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 September 2, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 2, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Things are starting to take shape

The words are shapes and space.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words are geometric.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is vertical.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is GeometryClass.

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• Angle

• Circle

• Point

• Line

• GeometryClass

• Volume

• Area

• Plane

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 today's Strands.

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 hints today: Clues, answers for September 2, 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 September 2, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Another word for strength.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

There are no recurring letters.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter M.

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...

MIGHT.

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 September 2, 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 today's Wordle.

Pips is the newest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the new game 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. Like dominoes, the tiles 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.

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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.

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Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically.

Equal (0) : Everything in this red space must equal 0. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically; 0-2, placed horizontally.

Equal (4) : Everything in this light blue space must equal 4. The answer is 4-4, placed horizontally.

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

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 2 Pips

Number (2): Everything in this space must add up to 2. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.

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

Number (6): Everything in this space must add up to 6. The answer is 6-2, placed horizontally.

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

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

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

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

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 2 Pips

Number (5): Everything in this purple space must add up to 5. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 5-6, placed vertically.

Number (0): Everything in this red space must add up to 0. The answer is 0-0, placed horizontally; 2-1, placed vertically.

Number (21): Everything in this light blue space must add up to 21. The answer is 5-6, placed vertically; 4-5, placed horizontally; 3-5, placed horizontally; 0-6, placed horizontally.

Number (3): Everything in this green space must add up to 3. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally.

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

Number (3): Everything in this yellow space must add up to 3. The answer is 1-3, placed horizontally; 2-6, placed horizontally.

Number (11): Everything in this space must add up to 11. The answer is 4-5, placed horizontally; 6-1, placed horizontally.

Number (3): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 3. The answer is 1-2, placed vertically.

Equal (2) : Everything in this light blue space must equal 2. The answer is 2-4, placed vertically; 2-2, placed vertically.

Greater than (3): Everything in this space must be greater than 3. The answer is 2-4, placed vertically.

Number (9): Everything in this dark blue space must add up to 9. The answer is 1-3, placed horizontally. 2-6, placed horizontally.

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What’s next from Apple? Well, you probably already got the memo that the iPhone 17 is coming. And if history is anything to go by, then new iPhones certainly won't be the only new products announced at the “Awe dropping” event in Cupertino, California, on September 9. So without further ado, here's everything we think Apple will launch next week.

JBL just announced an all-new speaker to join its ever-expanding lineup of portable Bluetooth speakers. Meet the new JBL Grip, a rugged, go-anywhere speaker perfect for all of life's adventures or chill vibes with built-in ambient lighting. This one little speaker has a lot to offer, all for under $100.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has a new Master Plan, and we're never been less sure on what's it really about.

The first "Master Plan" – a broad stroke company strategy penned by Elon Musk back in 2006 – was simple enough: Build a quick, fancy electric sports car, use the proceeds (and the attention) to build a more affordable electric car, then follow up with an electric car that'll be affordable enough to sell en masse and kickstart an electric vehicle revolution.

The follow-up to that plan was mostly about the advent of self-driving tech, which could transform your Tesla into an autonomous taxi that could earn you money; we're seeing the first steps towards that happening now with Tesla's Robotaxi service.

The third Master Plan was a bit harder to process, as it was a much longer document that mostly steered away from cars and focused on renewable energy.

Finally, the fourth Master Plan, revealed on Monday by Tesla's official account on X, once again shifts focus, this time onto robotics and AI.

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The key word, used several times in the text, is "sustainable abundance."

"We are combining our manufacturing capabilities with our autonomous prowess to deliver new products and services that will accelerate global prosperity and human thriving driven by economic growth shared by all," says the article.

Unfortunately, there's very little tangible explanation on how, exactly, Tesla aims to achieve this. Optimus, the company's humanoid robot, is mentioned as being able to accomplish monotonous and dangerous tasks. But in reality, Optimus isn't available to the public yet, and its supposedly high level of autonomy, based on what we've seen so far, is dubious at best.

And that, aside from a quick repeat of previous claims about autonomous vehicles "dramatically improving the affordability, availability and safety of transportation," is pretty much it. The final part of the text explains just how hard it'll be to eliminate scarcity.

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While the idea of eliminating scarcity to make a world where everyone lives in abundance sounds great, it's hard to glean from this text how Tesla plans to achieve that. The Robotaxis are here, but given how slow Tesla's progress on Full Self-Driving has been so far, it might take a while before they're widely available, let alone disrupting industries as Musk would have you believe.

As for Optimus, we don't know how capable it will be, or how much it will cost. Tesla might have a plan to scale it to a level where every household has one or three (Musk said it will be 10 times bigger than the next biggest product ever made), but the latest Master Plan doesn't explain that bit. We guess we'll just have to wait and see.