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25 best movies on Netflix to stream right now
All right, you want the best of the best? Then we're gonna give it to you.
After scouring Netflix for the best thrillers, best action flicks, best romantic comedies, best horror movies, best family films, and more, it's finally time for us to narrow down our streaming suggestions to the best movies, period.
That's right — it's superhero sagas vs. biopics vs. war dramas vs. musicals vs. comedies vs. so much more. This is the ultimate film list for when you have no idea what you want to watch outside of the general concept of an excellent movie that delivers top-tier performances, a killer script, and an engaging world.
Without further ado and in no particular order, here are the 25 best movies now on Netflix.
1. Godzilla Minus OneYou don't know Godzilla until you see Godzilla Minus One. The American movies featuring the classic kaiju go for huge monster-vs.-monster face-offs — bogged down by tedious human characters. But writer/director Takashi Yamazaki reclaims the Japanese icon with a movie that gets the balance between rampaging monster action and human drama just right.
Set near the close of World War II, Godzilla Minus One proves a fascinating tale of atomic-age terror. Ryunosuke Kamiki stars as a kamikaze pilot who first flubs his mission, then crosses paths with the giant lizard with atomic breath. Survivor's guilt torments him, even as he cobbles together a found family of survivors. This cast of characters is dynamic, making the scenes of simple home-cooked meals just as satisfying as sequences of town-trampling destruction. Actually, one deeply informs the other. Because while Kamiki's jaw-dropping special effects rightfully won the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, it's the emotional impact of them that makes his Godzilla hit harder than any contemporary. Even on the small screen, you'll be in awe. — Kristy Puchko, Entertainment Editor
How to watch: Godzilla Minus One is streaming on Netflix.
2. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Credit: Sony PicturesIn 2018, we got what remains one of the best superhero movies of all time with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. That's an incredibly hard act to follow, and yet the sequel to Miles Morales' journey, Across the Spider-Verse, is absolutely fantastic.
SEE ALSO: 'Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse' is full of glorious Easter eggs. Here are 13 of the best.In the second part of the Spider-Verse saga, Miles is grown up, but he's struggling to balance his life as Brooklyn's web-slinger with his studies and being a good son to his parents. After a visit from Gwen (Spider-Woman in her universe), Miles becomes tangled up with a daunting new villain, a whole new team of Spider-Peoples, and a mission that could change the fate of the multiverse. I know, I know, we're all a little burnt out by the overabundance of multiverse narratives these days, but Across the Spider-Verse manages to inject its story with some truly clever world-building. The newest characters are a blast, with a killer voice cast that includes Issa Rae, Oscar Isaac, Daniel Kaluuya, Karan Soni, and Greta Lee, among other fun cameos. The action set pieces are exhilarating and funny, and the animation is somehow more dazzling than the first film. We can only hope the third Spider-Verse film is half as good as the first two. — Oliver Whitney, Freelance Contributor
How to watch: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is streaming on Netflix.
3. Boyz n the HoodDirector John Singleton gave us one of the best dramas of the 1990s in what just so happened to be his directorial debut. A raw portrait of Black life in South Central Los Angeles, Boyz n the Hood tells the story of Tre (Cuba Gooding Jr.), who moves in with his stern father Furious (Laurence Fishburne, as outstanding as ever) as a young boy. We follow Tre, now a teen who aspires to go to college, as he gets entangled in a world of gang rivalries with his friends.
Boyz n the Hood isn't a film simply about gang violence, but one that showcases the ways America's long history of systemic racism and anti-Blackness have trapped its characters in a cycle of violence and poverty. It marked a major shift in the ways Black stories were told in American cinema through the lens of Black filmmakers, and laid the groundwork for more to come, from Menace II Society to Juice and beyond. It also launched the careers of its stellar cast with breakout roles for Gooding Jr., Nia Long, Regina King, Ice Cube, and Morris Chestnut. — O.W.
How to watch: Boyz n the Hood is streaming on Netflix.
4. May December Credit: Francois Duhamel / Courtesy of NetflixOn its surface, the latest from Todd Haynes (Carol, Velvet Goldmine) may seem like a thinly veiled reexamination of a true crime tale that had '90s tabloids absolutely obsessed. Screenwriter Samy Burch uses this familiar framework to construct a story that not only delivers a dishy parody of a melodrama, down to a string-zinging score and comically banal dialogue about hot dogs. She's also built a keen device to evaluate our obsession with true crime, for better or for ghoulish.
In May December, Julianne Moore plays a wife and mother who has a shameful (and criminal) past, which involves how she met her current husband (Charles Melton). When a TV actress (Natalie Portman) wants to turn their lives into a movie, old wounds are reopened. Beneath the blistering domestic drama, Haynes and Burch weave in a sharp and sophisticated humor that invites audiences to bark with laughter, even as their jaws drop in shock.* — K.P.
How to watch: May December is streaming on Netflix.
5. CrossroadsHollywood gave teenage girls the greatest gift of all time in 2002: a little film called Crossroads. The Britney Spears-led coming-of-age movie is about three best friends from Georgia who go on a road trip to LA for a record label audition, and for Spears' Lucy to reconnect with her estranged mom along the way.
Crossroads — which, fun fact, was written by Shonda Rhimes — is honestly a strange movie. On one hand, it's bubbly and silly and fun as Lucy and her friends (Zoe Saldana and Taryn Manning) spend much of the runtime singing along to pop songs on the radio and doing the most unforgettable karaoke performance of “I Love Rock 'n' Roll.” On the other hand, it's a pretty devastating story about trauma and abuse with some shocking plot twists. But what could be a more fitting movie for millennial teens than one with sing-alongs and over-the-top drama? — O.W.
How to watch: Crossroads is streaming on Netflix.
6. The KitchenKibwe Tavares and Daniel Kaluuya's film The Kitchen is more than a sci-fi drama set in near-future London; it's a sharp commentary on privatization and oppression, police brutality, and the power of community resistance. It's also Kaluuya's directorial debut, and a hell of a watch.
Protagonists Izi (Top Boy star Kane Robinson) and Benji (Jedaiah Bannerman) live within the titular neighborhood known as The Kitchen, the last remaining bastion of independent housing in London. Plagued by brutal police raids and skint resources, the community is constantly under threat. It's a brilliantly shot, superbly acted, and all-too-real cautionary tale.* — Shannon Connellan, UK Editor
How to watch: The Kitchen is now streaming on Netflix.
7. Nimona Credit: NetflixNimona transports audiences to a futuristic medieval world where knight Ballister Boldheart (Riz Ahmed) is on the run for a crime he did not commit. However, it's his label as a "villain" that brings shapeshifter Nimona (Chloë Grace Moretz) into his life. More comfortable as a shark than a human girl, Nimona is a delightfully deviant fiend who wants nothing more than to stick it to the all-powerful Institute. She and Ballister make quite the odd pair — she wants to wreak havoc, he just wants to clear his name — but together, they may just defeat an evil lurking in their kingdom.
Between some electrifying fight scenes and its graphic animation style, Nimona is a blast of a viewing experience. But its message and LGBTQ visibility is what truly sets it apart. Not only is Ballister's relationship with knight Ambrosius Goldenloin (Eugene Lee Yang) a key element of the film, but Nimona's own fluidity and negotiation of her identity calls to mind transness in a meaningful, important way.* — Belen Edwards, Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: Nimona is now streaming on Netflix.
8. Maria"'Come with me,' said the diva, and there was really no need to ask where." Angelia Jolie gives an exquisite performance as prima donna assoluta Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín's latest biopic, another of the Spencer director's introspective, finely focused films about a famous, publicly scrutinised woman.
Wandering the gilded halls of her Parisian apartment in magnificent outfits and dropping erudite one-liners on her staff, we find the iconic opera singer retreated from public life, with her health in steep decline, mere days before her death at 53. Through a series of surreal chapters, Maria reflects on her life of audience adulation, esteemed opera career, suppressed trauma, and complicated love affairs — while her beloved butler and housekeeper watch her lose touch with reality. "What is real and what is not real is my business," she quips.
Both a complex ode to a true diva and a fleeting overview of Callas' seemingly glittering life in opera, Maria is indeed a film about music, bursting with music, with Larraín wielding silence as a brutal reminder of loss for his proud protagonist. And while lip-synching is an art form that's gone either way for music biopic stars, Jolie makes you feel every one of Callas' notes.* — S.C.
How to watch: Maria is now streaming on Netflix.
9. CloserHorny melodrama, toxic straight couples, and a group of talented dramatic actors shouting some of the most obscene dialogue you've ever heard in an R-rated movie — that, my friend, is Closer in a nutshell. The romantic drama from director Mike Nichols (The Graduate, The Birdcage) is a thrilling ride through the most intimate moments of two very messy couples' lives. There's Natalie Portman's stripper Alice who's dating Jude Law's brooding novelist Dan, and Julia Roberts' photographer Anna who starts seeing Clive Owen's doctor Larry after an awkward set-up. Soon lust, jealousy, and secrets spiral as the couples intermingle, cheat, and lie, culminating in some very juicy, explosive drama. Is Closer total trash, or is it great for its cast's total commitment to the melodrama? You decide. — O.W.
How to watch: Closer is streaming on Netflix.
10. Da 5 Bloods Credit: David Lee / NetflixMashable's Adam Rosenberg reviewed Da 5 Bloods in summer 2020, writing: "In the midst of widespread IRL social upheaval that many hope will finally start to undo the trauma wrought by centuries of deeply embedded prejudice, this new movie delivers a powerful sense of perspective." Spike Lee's war film, a keenly impactful meditation on systemic racism, stars Delroy Lindo, Jonathan Majors, Clarke Peters, the late Chadwick Boseman, and more. — Alison Foreman, Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: Da 5 Bloods is streaming on Netflix.
11. The Mitchells vs. The Machines Credit: 2021 SPAITake your typical family road trip comedy, toss in a robot apocalypse, and top it all off with a heavy smattering of meme-worthy filters, doodles, and GIFs, and you might end up with something like The Mitchells vs. The Machines: a truly fun-for-the-whole-family feature that hinges on whether an artsy teen (voiced by Abbi Jacobson) and her luddite dad (voiced by Danny McBride) can set aside their differences long enough to save all of humanity from being launched into space by Siri Pal.
Come for the jokes about our impending AI-led dystopia, stay for the heart-tugging moments of Mitchell family bonding. Seriously, we might never hear T.I. and Rihanna's "Live Your Life" without tearing up ever again.* — Angie Han, Deputy Entertainment Editor
How to watch: The Mitchells vs. The Machines is streaming on Netflix.
12. The Power of the Dog Credit: Kirsty Griffin / Courtesy of NetflixThe Power of the Dog is a masterful Western from director Jane Campion, who made history as the third woman to win the award for Best Director. Benedict Cumberbatch dazzles with quiet menace as cowboy Phil Burbank, while his co-stars Jesse Plemons, Kirsten Dunst, and Kodi Smit-McPhee also deliver award-worthy performances. A gorgeous film layered with subtle dangers, The Power of the Dog is proof that it's Campion's world. We're all just living in it.* — B.E.
How to watch: The Power of the Dog is streaming on Netflix.
13. Hit ManRichard Linklater and Glen Powell reunite for Hit Man, a rom-com that is killer in all sense of the word.
Powell plays Gary Johnson, a college professor whose side gig as an undercover hit man leads to an unexpected meet-cute with would-be client Madison (Andor's Adria Arjona). The pair's connection (and electrifying chemistry) sparks a delightful game of false identities, reinvention, and twisted love that toggles between hilarious, thrilling, and sexy at a moment's notice. Oh, who am I kidding; sometimes it's all three at once!* — B.E.
How to watch: Hit Man is now streaming on Netflix.
14. Okja Credit: Jae Hyuk Lee / Netflix / Kobal / ShutterstockFall under the spell of Parasite director Bong Joon-ho once more with Netflix's Okja. When a terrible fate befalls a genetically modified kind of "super pig" named Okja thanks to the evil Mirando corporation, Mija (Ahn Seo-hyun) will stop at nothing to save her friend and take down Mirando's CEO Lucy (Tilda Swinton). — A.F.
How to watch: Okja is streaming on Netflix.
15. Marriage StoryYes, interpretations of Noah Baumbach's Academy Award–winning film have varied substantially among audiences. But, for the most part, critics agree that the character-driven divorce film saga represents a resonant and important viewpoint in modern relationships. Career-best performances from Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver will turn you into a sobbing puddle while Baumbach's artful narrative-building slowly makes you whole again. — A.F.
How to watch: Marriage Story is streaming on Netflix.
16. tick, tick... Boom!Lin-Manuel Miranda’s feature directorial debut packs a potent musical theater punch from every angle. He brings to life the selective reality and theatrical phantasmagoria of Rent writer Jonathan Larson’s life and career, based on an autobiographical show from 1992.
Miranda, whose In the Heights was spectacularly adapted for film by Jon M. Chu, proves as adept at moving from stage to screen as he does sucking the marrow of his medium. Andrew Garfield fully inhabits Larson, from voice to body to towering, buzzing hair and a frenetic urgency to create — to write, to sing, to matter, as Larson so clearly did to legions of dreamers who followed.* — Proma Khosla, Senior Entertainment Reporter
How to watch: tick, tick...Boom! is streaming on Netflix.
17. Will & HarperSince their early days at Saturday Night Live, Will Ferrell and Harper Steele have had a strong connection when it comes to comedy. This would flourish as they made movies together, including the sublime Lifetime movie parody A Deadly Adoption, the absolutely epic musical comedy Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, and now their most personal of all, Will & Harper. Helmed by Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar director Josh Greenbaum, this documentary follows the two longtime friends and colleagues on a road trip across America, as they navigate what their friendship means now that Harper has come out as a trans woman.
While her devoted pal is by her side at visits to dive bars, pro basketball games, and a surly Texas steakhouse, not all of the Americans they run across are so welcoming. Through this vulnerable and wonderfully vibrant film, this dynamic duo offers plenty of jokes, but also a thoughtful exploration of what it means to be trans in America in this moment. In Mashable's review out of TIFF, I declared, "Will & Harper is a resoundingly joyful and moving documentary, resplendent in its openness. It's their love story, and it's glorious."* — K.P.
How to watch: Will & Harper is now streaming on Netflix.
18. Sing StreetIn Sing Street, 14-year-old Conor (Ferdia Walsh-Peelo) transfers to a new high school in Dublin where he has a hard time fitting in, mostly due to bullying and a jerk of a principal who won't leave him alone about his shoes. Despite being the new kid, Conor boldly asks a mysterious cool girl named Raphina (Lucy Boynton) to star in his band's music video. She says yes, but there's one problem — Conor doesn't have a band. He quickly recruits a crew of misfits from school who learn to play covers of '80s hits. They're a bit goofy, but eventually the band finds their style and confidence. This Irish coming-of-age musical from Once filmmaker John Carney is sweet, sentimental, and has a few great original songs that will absolutely be stuck in your head.
How to watch: Sing Street is streaming on Netflix.
19. Roma Credit: NetflixThe first foreign-language film to win an Oscar for Best Director, Alfonso Cuarón's Roma greets viewers at the intersection of personal reflection and cinematic excellence. The black-and-white film follows live-in housekeeper Cleo (Yalitza Aparicio), an Indigenous woman who works for an affluent family in Mexico City, finding a sense of humanity that is uniquely memorable. — A.F.
How to watch: Roma is now streaming on Netflix.
20. FarhaBased on a real Palestinian girl's story, Darin J. Sallam's debut feature film follows 14-year-old Farha (Karam Taher), who dreams of moving from her Palestinian village into the city so she can go to school instead of getting married. But it's 1948 in Palestine, just as the first Nakba, or "catastrophe" in Arabic, was taking place, and far more horrifying things are about to interrupt Farha's hopes.
Instead of trying to show the expansive historical details of the Nakba, Sallam’s Farha presents everything through the eyes of its young protagonist. We follow Farha as she's forced to separate from her family and best friend as Israel's militia arrives to wreak havoc in her village. Though an incredibly difficult film to watch, it's also a powerful film that tells a rare story of Palestinian history and perseverance through the vantage point of an innocent child. — O.W.
How to watch: Farha is streaming on Netflix.
21. I'm Thinking of Ending Things Credit: Mary Cybulski / NetflixEmotional demolitions expert/filmmaker Charlie Kaufman destroys audiences once more in the mind-boggling I'm Thinking of Ending Things. Adapted from Iain Reid's novel of the same name, this cryptically titled psychological thriller follows a woman, played by Jessie Buckley, and her boyfriend, played by Jesse Plemons, on a disturbing visit to his parents' remote farmhouse. What follows? Well, that depends on who you ask.
A transfixing meditation on art, existence, value, authorship, isolation, and more, I'm Thinking of Ending Things is a truly one-of-a-kind experience as profound as it is disquieting. You may not have a great time in this house of abstract horrors (especially when Toni Collette is on-screen doing those classically terrifying Toni Collette things), but it will be a lasting one.* — A.F.
How to watch: I'm Thinking of Ending Things is streaming on Netflix.
22. RRRPut on your dancing shoes and prepare to punch a tiger in the face, because S. S. Rajamouli's three-plus-hour action epic is here to pound you into submission, and you'll be smiling for every second of it. Making Zack Snyder's grandiosity look like a flea circus, RRR (which stands for "Rise Roar Revolt") tells the simple and modest tale of two revolutionaries (played by human supermen N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan) in 1920 who become friends, enemies, friends again, and on and so forth, until they storm and spin and punch and slash their way across half of the British army.
RRR features about a dozen action scenes that should rank among the most phenomenal spectacles ever put on screen (I'm particular to the fight that nearly burns down an entire jungle, myself), but we all know it's the "Naatu Naatu" dance competition that keeps the boys and girls coming back for more. — J.A.
How to watch: RRR is streaming on Netflix.
23. A Simple FavorPaul Feig's A Simple Favor is a movie that almost shouldn't work as well as it does. This deliciously bonkers crime comedy isn't a straight-forward comedy like his Bridesmaids or Spy, but it's impressively committed to being over the top in every way.
Anna Kendrick is perfectly cast as a widowed mommy vlogger named Stephanie who posts videos of herself perkily baking and making crafts for fellow parents. Blake Lively's fashionable PR exec mother Emily enters Stephanie's life, and the two quickly become best friends who sip cocktails and spill their darkest secrets. Then suddenly Emily goes missing. There's about half a dozen absolutely wild plot twists in this campy masterpiece of a movie that finds both Kendrick and Lively in some of their best and most enjoyable performances yet. — O.W.
How to watch: A Simple Favor is streaming on Netflix.
24. The Polka KingSometimes true crime can lead to some pitch-perfect dark comedy. This is the case for this outrageous offering, which stars Jack Black as infamous scammer/local celebrity Jan Lewan. Black brings all the rock star panache you need to understand how Lewan could be so beguiling to the Pennsylvanian retirees who surrendered their savings to the self-proclaimed Polka King.
Screenwriters Maya Forbes and Wallace Wolodarsky gave this story of fraud and showmanship shape. But they wisely trusted in the local flair of the terrific 2009 documentary The Man Who Would Be Polka King to provide some of the wildest lines of dialogue. Plucking directly from interviews with the friends, family, and victims of Jan Lewan, this comedy feels stranger than fiction but is jaw-droppingly real. Salty supporting turns from Jenny Slate, Jacki Weaver, and Jason Schwartzman bring added fun.* — K.P.
How to watch: The Polka King is now streaming on Netflix.
25. Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery Credit: John Wilson / NetflixWriter/director Rian Johnson follows up his critically heralded whodunnit with a sequel that's even more explosive than Knives Out. Southern gentleman/detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is back, drawling deductions and whipping out witticisms, much to the chagrin of a group of wealthy and conniving friends.
It was supposed to be a murder mystery weekend where homicide was just a game. But when tech scion Miles Bron (Edward Norton) brings together his closest friends and worst enemy, real blood will be spilled, and the game is afoot! Joining in on the comically chaotic fun are Kate Hudson, Janelle Monáe, Dave Bautista, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., and Jessica Henwick. — K.P.
How to watch: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery is now streaming on Netflix.
UPDATE: Mar. 28, 2025, 3:00 p.m. EDT This article has been updated to reflect the current streaming options.
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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 5
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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Here's a hint for today's Connections Sports Edition categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Plays on ice
Green: In the same college sports conference
Blue: Share a first name
Purple: Record-holding Dodgers
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: An NHL player
Green: SEC schools
Blue: Famous Justins
Purple: Dodgers in the baseball Hall of Fame, familiarly
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 #194 is...
What is the answer to Connections Sports Edition todayAn NHL player - OILER, DEVIL, SABRE, STAR
SEC school - TENNESSEE, FLORIDA, AUBURN, ALABAMA
Famous Justins - VERLANDER, HOUSTON, GATLIN, HERBERT
Dodgers in the baseball Hall of Fame, familiarly - PEE WEE, DUKE, JACKIE, SANDY
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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NYT Strands hints, answers for April 5
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.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on MashableBy 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 April 5 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 5 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: In it to win itThe words change the momentum.
Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explainedThese words are ways the outcome of a game might change.
NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.
NYT Strands spangram answer todayToday's spangram is GameChangers.
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GameChangers
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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 5, 2025
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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.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.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 5 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: To take on
Green: Seen on the web
Blue: Popular publications
Purple: Pay close attention to the endings
Need a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: Employ
Green: Parts of a website
Blue: Magazines
Purple: Ending with medieval weapons
Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.
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Drumroll, please!
The solution to today's Connections #664 is...
What is the answer to Connections todayEmploy: CONTRACT, ENGAGE, RETAIN, SIGN
Parts of a website: BANNER, HEADER, MENU, SIDEBAR
Magazines: BILLBOARD, PEOPLE, STAR, TIME
Ending with medieval weapons: CROSSWORD, GRIMACE, RAINBOW, SEMBLANCE
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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Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 5, 2025
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.
If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for April 5 Where did Wordle come from?Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What's the best Wordle starting word?The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website's creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn't any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle's Hard Mode if you're after more of a challenge, though.
SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 5, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:Soap when it's lathered.
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 F.
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...
FOAMY.
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.
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OpenAI is offering free ChatGPT Plus for college students
OpenAI is offering two months of free ChatGPT Plus to all college students, as CEO Sam Altman recently announced ahead of a much-anticipated update to the AI chatbot.
The offer is available through May for U.S. and Canadian students only, and can be claimed on the ChatGPT student landing page. According to the site, Existing ChatGPT Plus subscribers and new students will be verified through a system called SheerID to confirm current enrollment. Make note: the subscription will automatically renew at the ChatGPT Plus monthly rate ($20) if not cancelled before the two months are up.
SEE ALSO: Phone inspections when crossing the U.S. border: What you need to know about your rights and securityThe paid version of ChatGPT includes extended limits on chatting, file uploads, and image generation, as well as advanced voice mode with video and screen sharing, limited Sora access, and new GPT‑4o and o3‑mini models.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.The use of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools by students has stirred widespread debate, as tech giants and AI developers increasingly invest in AI technologies for the classroom. Google, for example, released a teen-specific version of its chatbot Gemini that was later offered at no cost to educational institutions — the chatbot is available to all students with Google Workspace for Education accounts who are approved by administrators.
This week, OpenAI also announced free access to its new native image generator for both the paid and free versions of ChatGPT and Sora, ahead of a proposed rate limit for users of just three image generators per day. Altman and co. are ramping up excitement around the revamped GPT-4o, as well as upcoming mini models and GPT-5, amid a renewed backlash to AI-generated art and greater concerns about generative AI's takeover.
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.Microsoft celebrates 50 years with major Copilot announcements and new features
Microsoft is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and the company is having some fun with it. The iconic Windows 95 logo was resurfaced, there is a themed version of Solitaire available, and Bill Gates even posted the source code for the company’s first operating system, Altair Basic. Microsoft’s Copilot is even getting some love.
Actually, it would be more accurate to say that Microsoft has been showing Copilot a lot of love over the last few days. Announcements have been flying left and right, culminating in a livestream from Microsoft's global headquarters in Redmond, Washington, with even more information about current and upcoming Copilot features.
SEE ALSO: Samsung and LG TVs add AI with Microsoft CopilotIt wasn’t all procedure and rigamarole. Microsoft also had Copilot interview three Microsoft CEOs. They got roasted, and it was hilarious.
With all of the excitement, it became a little difficult to keep track of everything, so we went ahead and did just that. Below is every announcement for Microsoft Copilot that we could find, including the ones from the livestream.
If you want to watch the livestream for yourself, you can find it on Microsoft Copilot’s YouTube channel.
The Copilot app goes nativeThe Microsoft Copilot app on Windows has always been more of a website than an actual app. One of the announcements was that Copilot was becoming a native Windows app, integrated directly into the UI. The app was already rolled out to Windows Insiders, but Microsoft began rolling out the update on April 3 to all Windows users.
According to PCWorld, users are already reporting a massive increase in performance, saying that it’s now even faster than the ChatGPT app on Windows. You can download the app from the Microsoft Store as long as you’re on the latest Windows update.
Copilot Search - The AI search engineMicrosoft and Bing are bringing a new fight to Google with the release of Copilot Search. It works as you would expect. Once you go to the website, you can ask Copilot a question. It’ll then scour the Internet on your behalf and return a search result.
We asked it a few simple questions, and it seemed to work pretty well. We asked it what the best Android phone to buy right now was, and it showed us that it scoured various top lists and articles to come to its answer (which was the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro, and the OnePlus 13). It looks similar to Google’s implementation on Google Search, complete with sources that you can click through to read or view yourself if you want.
SEE ALSO: Inject AI directly into your PC with Windows 11 Pro and Copilot, now A$23 Copilot gets better on AMD and Intel PCsMicrosoft announced a host of new AI-powered features like Live Captions, Cocreator, Restyle Image, and Image Creator in an effort Redmond calls Copilot + PC. In addition, Microsoft doubled down on its commitment to better supporting AI on PCs running AMD, Intel, and Snapdragon CPUs. Snapdragon-powered Windows devices are also getting Voice Access capabilities.
The new features and optimizations will be rolled out over the next year. Also, yes, Live Captions will work similarly to how they do on Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android.
New agent mode for VS Code usersDuring the stream, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made a joke that it’s a new world when CEOs can code. In that same vein, he announced that VS Code users are getting a new Copilot agent mode that will help write and check code that users write. This one is mostly focused on developers, but if you code apps on Microsoft, you’ll be able to use AI to help you out and even build custom agents based on your code.
This feature is rolling out to VS Code Stable soon. It’s been available for Insiders since February.
Microsoft 365 Copilot gets a Researcher and an AnalystDuring the livestream, Microsoft’s AI head honcho Mustafa Suleyman talked briefly about Researcher and Analyst, two new tools for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Researcher aims to help users with “complex, multi-step research at work,” per Microsoft’s blog post. Microsoft says that Researcher can integrate data from third-party sources such as Salesforce, Confluence, and more.
Analyst takes the data you already have and analyses it. Microsoft says it’s built on OpenAI’s o9-mini reasoning model. Once it analyzes your data, it can answer questions, deliver insights, and double-check the data on your behalf. It can also turn the data into forecasts and organize it in ways that may be useful to you.
Credit: Microsoft Copilot may change shape somedayMicrosoft is working on giving Copilot a face, sort of. During the livestream, Suleyman brought Copilot to the stage to show off its ability to give itself an avatar that speaks with you. There were several examples shown, from a totally unique design to existing things like Spyro the Dragon or, for the nostalgic among us, Microsoft’s former helper, Clippy.
There was no word on when that feature would come out, but Suleyman stated that Microsoft was remaining curious about the possibilities of how users engage with Copilot, and ideas like avatars are where the company wants to explore what it can do.
Trump delays TikTok ban for another 75 days
Well, it looks like TikTok is here to stay for U.S. users for another couple of months.
Just the day before a TikTok ban was set to go into effect, the Trump administration once again decided to temporarily delay the U.S. ban for another 75 days. TikTok isn't necessarily saved in the long term, but we'll at least have access to the app in the U.S. through June 19.
"My Administration has been working very hard on a Deal to SAVE TIKTOK, and we have made tremendous progress," he wrote in a TruthSocial post. "The Deal requires more work to ensure all necessary approvals are signed, which is why I am signing an Executive Order to keep TikTok up and running for an additional 75 days."
UPDATE: Apr. 4, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
A new report in the Washington Post indicates a TikTok deal with China was imminent but that Trump's recently-imposed tariffs on the nation scuttled the deal at the last minute.
SEE ALSO: Is TikTok about to get banned in the U.S.?TikTok would have been banned on Saturday, April 5, unless the social media platform complied with U.S. law set by the Supreme Court requiring that TikTok divest from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. There are multiple U.S.-based people, groups, and companies looking to buy TikTok, but a deal has yet to be made.
"We hope to continue working in Good Faith with China, who I understand are not very happy about our Reciprocal Tariffs (Necessary for Fair and Balanced Trade between China and the U.S.A.!)," he continued in the TruthSocial post. "This proves that Tariffs are the most powerful Economic tool, and very important to our National Security! We do not want TikTok to 'go dark.' We look forward to working with TikTok and China to close the Deal. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"
Trump was confident he could get a deal before the April 5 deadline, and now he seems confident that the additional 75 days will help him find a solution. Either way, at least you can scroll on your FYP for a few more months.
Is TikTok about to get banned in the U.S.?
The Trump administration extended the deadline for the owners of TikTok to sell their asset until June 19 just one day before the previous extension was set to take effect. While there's a bit more breathing room for a deal to be made, the clock is still ticking for a U.S.-based person, group, or company to strike a deal.
A host of potential owners of the social media site, including Amazon, Oracle, Microsoft, and Project Liberty have come forward. Some potential buyers are wary of the U.S. government allowing TikTok's Chinese operators to retain control of the app's algorithm and simply lease it to the U.S. buyer, according to ABC.
That could put the new owner in conflict with a law signed by President Biden last year that bans "the establishment or maintenance of any operational relationship" between the U.S. app and "any formerly affiliated entities that are controlled by a foreign adversary, including any cooperation with respect to the operation of a content recommendation algorithm."
TikTok's potential owners are reportedly worried about being sued by the U.S. government after the purchase, and want liability protection.
SEE ALSO: Trump delays TikTok ban for another 75 days The state of TikTok: Still upDoes that mean TikTok will shut down June 19 for its 170 million American users?
Trump has suggested he will extend the sale's deadline, likely via executive order, if a deal cannot be reached by Saturday. Trump already extended an earlier deadline for a ban or sale on his first day in office, January 20, and once again for a deadline on April 5.
The president says new tariffs announced on Chinese goods will give the U.S. government leverage over the TikTok sale. Still, China may not want to play ball with the U.S. during a widening trade war.
This story is developing...
Phone inspections when crossing the U.S. border: What you need to know about your rights and security
In addition to a sweeping immigration agenda that involves limiting entries at U.S. ports of entry, stripping immigrant visas, and deporting undocumented Americans en masse, the Trump administration is revamping its approach to digital security, including the use of personal device searches to detain and deport U.S. residents or tourists at the border.
SEE ALSO: U.S. immigration services wants to review potential citizens' social mediaIndividuals, including legal permanent residents and visa holders, have been harassed and even deported by border patrol agents after traveling out of the country. In a handful of cases, European tourists have been detained and held in immigrant detention facilities. The news has stoked fear among many travelers, as individuals report increased device searches upon entry to the U.S.
In March, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) submitted a proposed change mandating a review of social media profiles as part of the process for vetting and approving benefits. The change would apply to immigrants already residing in the U.S., including green card and visa holders. In January, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order titled, "Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats," which included a directive to slow down the visa-issuance process through heightened application scrutiny.
The administration's efforts aren't limited to the citizenship process. If you're planning to cross or enter a U.S. border or customs point, make sure to know your rights and monitor how you can protect your personal data.
What can customs and border patrol do with my phone?While warrantless searches of personal devices were ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in 2014, U.S. ports of entry are a different legal landscape. According to U.S. law, the CBP reserves the right to inspect electronic devices that cross the border on the premise of national security, also known as electronic checks. Electronic checks make up a small percentage of all border interactions, reports Axios, but heightened border scrutiny may amplify such activity.
Advocates have pushed to include border patrol in warrant laws, with a notable win in 2023, and various appellate courts have ruled that warrants be required for data searches at the border beyond “digital contraband," such as illegal materials. A New York state court decision, for example, ruled that warrants are required for searches of travelers' devices — that means travelers through major New York City airports, like JFK, should be protected from electronic checks. But at large the CBP policy remains, permitting "the inspection, examination, and search of vehicles, persons, baggage, and merchandise," including electronic devices.
U.S. citizens have the right to decline a device search without being barred entrance, but lawful permanent residents and foreign visitors may face harsher interrogation or be denied entry into the country. In both cases, CBP may seize and hold onto your devices.
If your device a seized by a border patrol agent, the agent will conduct either a "basic" or "advanced" search. Basic searches include a manual search of content easily accessible on your device. Advanced searches involve external equipment that can analyze and copy your device's content — advanced searches should only happen on the suspicion of illegal activity and with higher approval.
How can I protect my device?Travelers should do what they can to protect their personal data during basic CBP searches. According to the Electronic Frontier Foundation, the first step should be limiting the amount of digital information carried across the border, including leaving unnecessary devices at home or using temporary ones.
When entering a port of entry, travelers can also consider turning off their devices completely. Always consult with an immigration lawyer if you are worried your status may come into question or are at risk of deportation.
Delete sensitive informationExperts suggest deleting images or files containing licenses, credit card information, and other documents with sensitive data. Some even suggest deleting personal photos of children or loved ones before traveling. Clear any "deleted" or "trash" folders that may temporarily hold onto erased content, as well.
Make sure any important information or files are backed up to an external location (one that you aren't traveling with), in case your devices are seized and held by CBP. For those with concerns about sensitive data, consider encrypting your device.
Turn off biometric passwordsDue to protections against self incrimination outlined in the Fifth Amendment, law enforcement has the right to ask an individual to unlock their cellphone using a biometric password such as facial recognition or fingerprints, but they cannot ask you supply them with numerical passcodes.
While border patrol operates under a slightly different set of guidelines, you should still consider turning off any settings that provide easy access to your phone, like Face I.D., and strengthening your device passcode before traveling to the U.S. Passcode-locked apps or photo libraries may provide additional security.
Log out of or private your social media accountsWhile conducting a basic search, border patrol agents cannot look through personal email inboxes or cloud storage, and your device remains offline or in airplane. However, agents can look at any public social media profiles or posts — so set your pages to private and delete any posts you wouldn’t want an agent to read.
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Here are the best Nintendo Switch game deals after the Switch 2 Direct announcement
Feeling excited after the recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct reveal? Us too, even though the preorder and pricing situation is a little up in the air right now. It simultaneously feels like its June 5 release date is just around the corner, yet also miles away.
If you're feeling as impatient as we are, you may want to take the downtime between now and launch to play some of the original Nintendo Switch titles you never got around to. Thankfully, a pretty decent amount of them are on sale right now, which is kind of a rare occurrence when it comes to Nintendo.
SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 preorder guide: Everything you need to know ahead of timeSo, we recommend that you take advantage of this moment and check out some of our favorite deals on Nintendo Switch games below.
Assassin's Creed Anniversary Edition Mega Bundle — $39.99 $99.99 (save $60)
Assassin's Creed The Ezio Collection — $15.99 $39.99 (save $24)
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze — $51.99 $59.99 (save $8)
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake — $49.99 $59.99 (save $10)
Immortals Fenyx Rising — $7.99 $39.99 (save $32)
Just Dance 2025 Deluxe Edition — $32.99 $59.99 (save $27)
Lego Horizon Adventures — $42.99 $59.99 (save $17)
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Gold Edition — $14.99 $59.99 (save $45)
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope — $14.99 $59.99 (save $45)
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 — $41.99 $59.99 (save $18)
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 — $27.99 $39.99 (save $12)
Persona 5 Royal — $43.99 $59.99 (save $16)
Pokémon Legends: Arceus — $54.99 $59.99 (save $5)
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Complete Edition — $24.99 $49.99 (save $25)
Rayman Legends Definitive Edition — $7.99 $39.99 (save $32)
Sea of Stars — $28.99 $34.99 (save $6)
Sid Meier's Civilization VI — $29.99 $59.99 (save $30)
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Save big on power tools, outdoor furniture, and more at The Home Depots Spring Black Friday Sale
The best Home Depot Spring Black Friday Sale deals:
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With 14 days of savings starting this early in the season, you've got plenty of goodies to sift through, as well as some seriously great discounts. There's no time like the present to start taking care of your home and yard, and if you can do so without spending an arm and a leg, you absolutely should.
If you're ready to grab everything you need for a great spring at home, keep scrolling. We've rounded up some of our favorite deals you can find during The Home Depot Spring Black Friday Sale so you don't have to.
Best power tool deal Opens in a new window Credit: The Home Depot Milwaukee M12 Cordless Hammer Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit $229 at The Home Depot$339 Save $110 Get Deal Why we like it
If you're looking for a dependable drill and driver set that won’t clutter your tool kit, this kit is a great option. It comes with a hammer drill and impact driver, powered by a long-lasting 5.0Ah battery with a long charge cycle between charges. The tools' brushless motors serve up reliable, efficient performance for whatever job you need to tackle, and the compact size makes these tools a breeze to maneuver into tight and awkward spaces. It’s a sensible starter package if you need good, hardy tools but don't want to overdo it with too much bulk or weight.
More power tool dealsRyobi ONE+ 18V Compression Drive Cordless 3/8 in. Crown Stapler — $49.97 $79 (save $29.03)
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This 4-piece wicker patio set from Costway has everything to sit outside and enjoy the warm weather (or the rain, if you prefer), so whether you feel like entertaining or just hanging out somewhere that isn't your couch, you've got a place to do it. It comes with two chairs, a loveseat, and a small coffee table. The blue cushions add a nice pop of color, and the rattan-style frame is good for when it starts to rain or snow, but you still insist on being outdoors. It might take a bit of time to put together, but for the money it's a great deal.
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Planning on going out and doing some grilling this spring? This straightforward natural gas grill will get the job done. It’s got three burners and enough space to cook for a few people without feeling cramped. The side tables are handy for keeping items like meat and condiments ready, and the build is solid enough to last through a bunch of seasons. It’s designed for natural gas hookups, so it’s not the portable kind, but if you’ve got a line already, it’s a convenient setup that you can save on right now.
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With all the rain pouring down this spring, you know you're going to have to spend some time mowing the lawn. Prepare for that inevitability with this Ryobi lawnmower. With a built-in 6.0 Ah battery, it gives you 40 minutes of runtime, so you can tackle mowing up to a half-acre lawn. Its self-propelled system and rear-wheel also make it easy to push and maneuver, even across different types of yards and terrain. Its brushless motor also performs like a gas mower, with a 150cc engine, but less noise and emissions. It's a job you have to do, so might as well have equipment that makes it easier.
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Keep an eye on everything going on outside your home with this set of Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras. This bundle nets you five cameras that you can post up and around your house and backyard. They're completely wireless and shoot 1080p footage, so you can use them indoors or outdoors and get the same kind of performance. Best of all, they last up to two years with a ridiculously long battery life, so once you put them up, you don't have to worry about going out and adjusting them again and again. Use the companion app to peek outside or inside and see what's going on whenever you need peace of mind.
Get on the water for under $70: This Kayak set is only $69.99 at Woot
SAVE 77%: As of April 4, you can score a Bestway Hydro-Force Kayak Set for just $69.99, down from $299.99 at Woot. That's $230 off or a 77% discount.
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If you’re an outdoorsy person on a budget, skip renting and pick up your very own kayak for $69.99 at Woot.
As of April 4, you can get the Bestway Hydro-Force 2-Person Ventura Elite Inflatable Kayak Set (which includes two aluminum paddles, hand pump, two fins, carry bag, and repair patch kit) for just $69.99, down from $299.99, at Woot. That’s a 77% discount and a damn good deal considering similar sets go for around $300. But you’ve gotta snag it in the next two days before the deal expires.
SEE ALSO: The best weatherproof and wireless outdoor speakers in 2025The Bestway Hydro-Force Ventura Elite X2 kayak is inflatable and seats two adults (up to 440 lbs weight capacity). It features two interchangeable and removable fins for directional stability and has a quick setup, thanks to the included Air Hammer hand pump.
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How much will Nintendo Switch 2 games cost? Heres what weve learned so far.
Nintendo fans experienced a bit of sticker shock following the Switch 2 Direct on Wednesday, April 2, when the iconic gaming company announced via its website that the price for some marquee Nintendo Switch 2 titles would be $79.99. The company omitted any discussion of game prices during the livestream, but shortly after its conclusion, the internet was confronted with the new price tag on the Mario Kart World landing page.
The new MSRP reflects a $20 increase from what we saw throughout the original Nintendo Switch generation and a $10 increase from what we are currently used to when buying games for other consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. But will this be Nintendo's new norm? It's likely, but we aren't entirely sure just yet, because it would appear that the $79.99 asking price won't necessarily apply to Nintendo's entire slate of Switch 2 titles — currently, Donkey Kong Bananza is listed at $69.99 for the digital edition, which is more in step with what other platforms are charging today.
SEE ALSO: Nintendo announces 'Hollow Knight: Silksong' for Switch 2 Will physical editions cost even more?Things got more interesting when Nintendo's Spanish website posted EU prices for Nintendo's Switch 2 launch games. A visit to the site reveals that not only will digital editions of Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza cost €80 and €70, respectively, but their physical editions will cost an extra €10 on top of that. That's €90 for a physical copy of Mario Kart World, which is a pretty staggering price hike from the original Nintendo Switch's physical editions, which cost the same as their digital counterparts in most cases. We can't confirm that US prices will end up being the same, but this change indicates that pricing differences between digital and physical games in the Nintendo Switch 2 era could be likely.
Credit: Screenshot: NintendoOther big Switch 2 titles announced during the Direct, including The Duskbloods and Kirby Air Riders, have not yet published their retail prices.
What about Nintendo Switch 2 game upgrades?Amongst the Switch 2 announcements, Nintendo also revealed that select original Switch games — including Super Mario Party: Jamboree, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond — will receive Nintendo Switch 2 edition upgrades for those who want to experience them at higher quality on the new console. We don't know exact pricing on those yet, but we do know that those who already own original Nintendo Switch copies of those games won't have to pay full price for the upgrade. Instead, they'll pay a smaller fee to access the titles on the Switch 2. Unfortunately, we don't know what that upgrade fee will be yet, either.
SEE ALSO: Nintendo just added sat nav to 'The Legend of Zelda' A new industry standard?While the Mario Kart World pricing news was a shock to many in the gaming world, we've been expecting an industry-wide price increase on games for some time now. The $59.99 base price for both digital and physical copies of games hasn't changed much over the past few decades, with some new-gen games only recently donning a $69.99 price tag. But, with inflation and increased game development costs, it was only a matter of time before we'd see increases like the ones we're seeing with the Nintendo Switch 2.
What remains to be seen, though, is whether other platforms will follow suit. Will $79.99 games come to the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S in the near future? We think it's likely.
Are Trump's tariffs to blame?Naturally, President Donald Trump's new tariff policy came up in conversation following the Switch 2 game and hardware pricing news. Will they have an impact on the new Nintendo Switch? The answer is yes and no. Games industry expert and Director of Research and Insights at Niko Partners, Daniel Ahmad, posted his take in a thread on X, saying, "This isn't because of tariffs by the way. Nintendo games are manufactured in Japan and tariffs don't apply to digital goods."
This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed.It's a different story for Switch 2 hardware, though, which includes the console itself and its compatible accessories like Joy-Con controllers and the Switch 2 Camera. Nintendo has manufactured some of its products in China, and with the 34 percent tariff that Trump just slapped on the country's exports, we wouldn't be surprised if Nintendo hardware prices increased even more. In fact, on April 4, Nintendo announced that it would be delaying preorders for the Nintendo Switch 2 until they could assess the potential impact of the new tariffs, so a pre-release price hike could potentially be incoming. The Nintendo Switch 2's June 5 release date remains unchanged.
Flash deal: Take $73 off the Cuisinart Single-Serve Coffee Maker and Grinder at Woot
SAVE 52%: As of April 4, you can buy a Cuisinart Single-Serve Coffee Maker and Grinder for $59.99, down from $123.99, at Woot. That's $64 off, or a 52% discount. And if you enter the code 15OFF at checkout, you'll get an additional 15% off that price.
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It’s not often that we see a deal that genuinely shocks us, but Woot!’s flash sale on the Cuisinart Single Serve Coffee Maker and Grinder definitely fits the bill.
Right now, you can get the Cuisinart Single Serve Coffee Maker and Grinder for only $59.99, down from $123.99, at Woot. That’s a 52% discount off Woot's list price (and the actual list price on Cuisinart’s website is $149.95, so you’re getting even more of a deal). You can also get an additional 15% off with the code 15OFF at checkout. That makes the total price just $50.99. The only catch is that this deal is only good for the next 14 hours (or until sold out).
SEE ALSO: The best coffee machines for modern kitchensThe Cuisinart Single Serve Coffee Maker and Grinder brews 8-, 10-, and 12-ounce cups of coffee. You can also use K-Cups if you don’t have any whole beans on hand. The hopper holds 100 grams of beans, which should make around 10 to 12 cups of coffee. The coffee maker also has a 48-ounce water reservoir, a charcoal water filter, and a drip tray to accommodate travel mugs. And if you’re a Prime member, you’ll get free standard shipping on your order.
It’s also worth noting that it has a 90-day Woot limited warranty, so if you hate it, you can always return it.
Amazon deal of the day: Grab the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer for its lowest price to date
If you missed last week's Big Spring Sale at Amazon, all hope is not lost. There's still deals to shop — you just have to poke around.
We've done the hard part for you and rounded up a few of the best deals we could find post-sale to keep the discount shopping alive. Here are our top picks for the best Amazon deals of the day on April 4. If none of these are catching your eye, be sure to check out our picks from yesterday, April 3, as well. Many of those are still live, including the best price ever on the Garmin Instinct 2.
Our top pick: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Opens in a new window Credit: Breville Breville The Smart Oven Air Fryer $259.95 at Amazon$349.95 Save $90 Get Deal
As of April 4, Breville's Smart Oven Air Fryer is down to a new all-time low price of $259.95 at Amazon instead of its usual $349.95. That's 26% in savings and $20 less than on Breville's own website. "For folks who want their air fryer to be a one-size-fits-all kitchen appliance, the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer gives you 11 different functions, so you'll pretty much never need to use your normal oven again," Mashable's reviewer writes in her review. The 11 smart cooking functions include toast, bagel, broil, bake, roast, warm, pizza, air fry, reheat, cookies, and slow cook. Once set, its smart algorithm takes over to replicate the ideal cooking environment for each technique. If you're looking for versatility, you won't be disappointed.
Read our full review of the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer.
JBL Live Pro 2 Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Live Pro 2 $99.95 at Amazon$149.95 Save $50.00 Get Deal
You don't always have to spend a fortune to get solid noise-cancelling earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 buds are on sale for less than $100 and offer "strong audio performance for bass lovers, above-average noise cancellation, and a solid in-app experience at a reasonable cost," according to our sister site PCMag (also owned by Ziff Davis). The app unlocks a 10-band customizable EQ, adjustments for ANC and ambient modes, and hands-free Alexa and Google Assistant for Android users. Overall, they're an excellent value even at full cost. At 33% off, they're a steal.
Garmin Approach S12 GPS Golf Watch Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Approach S12 GPS Golf Watch $149.99 at Amazon$199.99 Save $50 Get Deal
An unusual smartwatch option, but ideal if you're an avid golfer, the Garmin Approach S12 is packed with golf-focused features for a relatively low price. And as of April 4, it's on sale for 25% off. The Approach S12 is pre-loaded with over 42,000 golf courses from around the world, so wherever you tee off, you'll have the course mapped with yardages, hazards, and doglegs (and how to avoid them). It lasts for up to 30 hours in GPS mode and features a high-res display that's readable in bright sunlight. As a bonus, you can keep score directly on the watch and upload it to the Garmin Golf app to track your games.
JBL Go 4 Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Go 4 $39.95 at Amazon$49.95 Save $10 Get Deal
If you want a speaker that works well, can tag along with you wherever you go, and won't break the bank, we recommend the JBL Go 4. Our top pick under $50, this compact speaker is waterproof and dustproof, has an integrated loop for easy carry, and offers seven hours of playtime. Our reviewer found that it reaches impressive volumes despite its small package and offers improved bass tones over past versions. "If you don't need the most customized, crystal-clear sound and simply want a speaker that works and won't break the bank, the JBL Go 4 is an excellent option under $50," the review states. As of April 4, it's even cheaper at Amazon — grab it for just $39.95.
None of these deals catching your eye? Check out Amazon's daily deals for even more savings.
Nintendo Switch 2 preorder guide: Everything you need to know ahead of time
UPDATE: April 4, 2025, 11:35 a.m. EDT Nintendo has announced that Switch 2 preorders in the U.S. have be postponed. This story has been updated accordingly.
President Donald Trump's tariffs have thrown a wrench in the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder process.
After pulling back the curtain on its new console during an April 2 Direct, Nintendo originally announced that Switch 2 preorders would open at select retailers on April 9. But that's no longer the case: The company said in a press statement Friday that U.S. preorders have been temporarily delayed due to the Trump administration's new tariff policies.
"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions," the statement reads. "Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 is unchanged."
SEE ALSO: Nintendo Switch 2 hands-on: 3 things that make it a must-buyAs Mashable's Alex Perry points out, Nintendo hasn't specified whether this means a price hike is coming. The company previously said the Switch 2 would retail $449.99, making it $150 pricier than the original Switch from 2017 and $100 more expensive than the 2021 OLED model. It's also slated to be sold as part of a limited-time $499.99 bundle with a download code for Mario Kart World, one of two exclusive launch titles.
At the time of writing, those with a Nintendo Account could still register their interest in reserving a Switch 2 through the My Nintendo Store, which hasn't yet changed its plans to send out preorder invites in waves starting Thursday, May 8. Priority invites are set to go to "registrants who have purchased a Nintendo Switch Online membership with a minimum of 12 months of paid membership and a minimum of 50 total gameplay hours, as of April 2, 2024." Shoppers will be notified via email when it's their turn to place a Switch 2 preorder and have 72 hours to do so. Preorders will be limited to one system per Nintendo Account.
Among third-party retailers, Switch 2 listings at GameStop, Target, and Walmart were still displaying its original April 9 preorder date. Best Buy's listing did not specify a start date. (Amazon's page isn't up yet.) Best Buy previously announced its plans to open certain stores for in-person preorder pick at midnight ET on launch day, while Walmart is still vowing to deliver preordered Switch 2s for free by 9 a.m. or sooner that day.
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The Switch 2 console will ship with the following accessories:
Joy-Con 2 controllers (L+R)
Joy-Con 2 Grip
Joy-Con 2 Straps
Nintendo Switch 2 Dock
Ultra High-Speed HDMI Cable
Nintendo Switch 2 AC Adapter
USB-C Charging Cable
Nintendo will sell several Switch 2 accessories separately, including a Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller ($79.99), a Joy-Con 2 Charging Grip ($34.99), a set of two Joy-Con 2 Wheels ($19.99), a Nintendo Switch 2 Camera ($49.99), a Nintendo Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector ($34.99), and a Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case ($79.99). They'll go up for preorder the same day as the console itself.
YouTube Shorts adds TikTok-style edits
One of the many tools that sets TikTok apart from its competitors is how easy it is to edit videos both in the app and by using its sister app, CapCut. However, other short-form social media apps are working to catch up. First, we heard news that Instagram is working on a CapCut-like video editing app. Now, YouTube is adding features to Shorts to make it easier to edit short-form videos within the app.
SEE ALSO: YouTube is changing what a 'view' means for YouTube ShortsYouTube announced the new video editing tool in a blog post on Thursday. The tool will allow users to "make precise adjustments and edits" within the app, including the ability to rearrange clips, delete clips, add music, add timed text, zoom in and out, and preview Shorts before posting.
It looks like templates on Shorts will also resemble CapCut and Instagram Reels, allowing users to pull photos to use in templates automatically and crediting the original creator.
"These are the first of more improvements planned to streamline in-app editing for Shorts," YouTube wrote.
Among those planned improvements are an edit tool that will sync videos to the beat of a song, template effects, image stickers, and AI stickers users can add by responding to a text prompt.