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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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

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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.

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for September 2, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Sept. 2 Pips

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.

Stephen King has long been a vocal critic of Donald Trump, but he's really ramped things up recently.

At the end of last week, following Trump's controversial comments about dictators during a cabinet meeting, the horror author accused the president of "turning America into a fascist, authoritarian state."

SEE ALSO: Stephen King weighs in on Gavin Newsom trolling Trump

Now King has shared his thoughts on X once again, this time making a prediction for the 2026 election.

"Trump and his greedhead cronies may get a big surprise in spite of their efforts to rig the 2026 election," wrote King. "They could find themselves swamped by a blue wave. Americans are wising up to the fact that Trump is turning the American dream into a nightmare."

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Trump placed Washington D.C. under federal control and brought in the national guard in a supposed crackdown on crime which drew widespread criticism, as did his recent plans to extend this scheme to cities like New York and Chicago.

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3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 9Now

5. Watch the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world

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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 US Open before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for 9Now?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Australia

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Djokovic vs. Fritz for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova in the 2025 US Open for free on 9Now. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The quarter finals of the 2025 US Open are showcasing some fascinating matchups, including Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova. Sure, the top seed is obviously favorite to progress here, but the unseeded Vondrousova is already a Grand Slam winner.

If you want to watch Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova in the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to watch Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova for free

Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova in the 2025 US Open is available to live stream for free on 9Now.

9Now is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone from around the world can access this site with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in Australia, meaning you can unblock 9Now from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the 2025 US Open by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 9Now

5. Watch the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 US Open before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for 9Now?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Australia

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Sabalenka vs. Vondrousova for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Alcaraz vs. Lehecka in the 2025 US Open for free on 9Now. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

The first quarter final in the men's draw of the 2025 US Open sees Alcaraz take on Lehecka. It's the second seed facing off against the 20th in what should be a fascinating contest. And better yet, you can watch all the action without spending anything.

If you want to watch Alcaraz vs. Lehecka in the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to watch Alcaraz vs. Lehecka for free

Alcaraz vs. Lehecka in the 2025 US Open is available to live stream for free on 9Now.

9Now is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone from around the world can access this site with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in Australia, meaning you can unblock 9Now from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the 2025 US Open by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 9Now

5. Watch the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 US Open before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for 9Now?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Australia

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Alcaraz vs. Lehecka for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

TL;DR: Live stream Pegula vs. Krejcikova in the 2025 US Open for free on 9Now. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

We're reaching the latter stages of the 2025 US Open, which means more massive games between the best players in the world. Pegula vs. Krejcikova is one such matchup, with all eyes on the fourth seed Pegula. Can she reach the final for the second time?

If you want to watch Pegula vs. Krejcikova in the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

How to watch Pegula vs. Krejcikova for free

Pegula vs. Krejcikova in the 2025 US Open is available to live stream for free on 9Now.

9Now is geo-restricted to Australia, but anyone from around the world can access this site with a VPN. These handy tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to secure servers in Australia, meaning you can unblock 9Now from anywhere in the world.

Access free live streams of the 2025 US Open by following these simple steps:

1. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

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

3. Open up the app and connect to a server in Australia

4. Visit 9Now

5. Watch the 2025 US Open for free from anywhere in the world

Opens in a new window Credit: ExpressVPN ExpressVPN (1-Month Plan) $12.95 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee) Get Deal

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but leading VPNs do tend to offer free-trial periods or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can gain access to free live streams without committing with your cash. This is obviously not a long-term solution, but it does give you time to watch the 2025 US Open before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for 9Now?

ExpressVPN is the best service for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport, for a number of reasons:

• Servers in 105 countries including Australia

• Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

• Strict no-logging policy so your data is always secure

• Fast connection speeds

• Up to eight simultaneous connections

• 30-day money-back guarantee

A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $99.95 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for $12.95 (with money-back guarantee).

Live stream Pegula vs. Krejcikova for free from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.

AMAZON PRICE CHECK: As of Sept. 2, the Pokémon TCG White Flare Binder Collection is $47.99 at both Amazon and TCGPlayer. A rare opportunity to buy Pokémon TCG at Amazon for a fair market price.

Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG White Flare Binder Collection Shop Now

I’ve been watching the White Flare Binder Collection since release, and it’s nice to finally see Amazon stop inflating the price. Right now, it’s sitting at $47.99, the same as TCGPlayer’s market value. No savings here, but at least you’re not paying over MSRP anymore.

Normally, I’d tell you to skip Amazon because TCGPlayer almost always beats them on sealed product. But in this case, the two prices match exactly, so it comes down to where you’d rather shop. If you’ve got Prime shipping or an Amazon gift card lying around, it might be the easier pickup there.

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

The Binder Collection itself is a neat product. You get a sturdy nine-pocket binder featuring White Flare artwork plus four booster packs from the set. That’s fewer packs than a Booster Bundle, but the binder makes this a nice hybrid between practical storage and cracking open some packs.

From a player’s perspective, I like having an extra binder around for sorting pulls and building trade pages for league nights. Collectors get the bonus of a themed binder to display White Flare’s Illustration Rares — and this set really shines in that department, with Unova Pokémon getting all kinds of unique art treatments.

So while you’re not saving money compared to TCGPlayer, this is still a fair deal if you want the Binder Collection without overpaying. It’s a solid way to enjoy White Flare and keep your collection organized at the same time.

Most valuable Black Bolt and White Flare Pokémon cards Credit: The Pokémon Company

If you’re cracking the packs inside, here are some of the pulls that could make the binder pay for itself. Victini is the crown jewel, while Reshiram ex, Hydreigon ex, Jellicent ex, and Hilda all bring serious value either for collectors or competitive play.

1. Victini - 172/086 (Black White Rare)
   Price: $430
   Market Value: $427.33

2. Reshiram ex - 173/086 (Black White Rare)
   Price: $370
   Market Value: $423.48

3. Hydreigon ex - 169/086 (Special Illustration Rare)
   Price: $77
   Market Value: $78.85

4. Jellicent ex - 168/086 (Special Illustration Rare)
   Price: $39.99
   Market Value: $53.14

5. Hilda - 171/086 (Special Illustration Rare)
   Price: $79.97
   Market Value: $78.74