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200+ October Prime Day deals still live: Savings on Apple, Kindle, Sony, Ninja, and Lego

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:52
The best October Prime Day deals that are still live: Best Apple Deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 (save $200) Get Deal Best headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones $299 (save $130) Get Deal Best TV deal Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $399.99 (save $250) Get Deal Best power station deal Anker Solix C1000 $429 (save $370) Get Deal Best robot vacuum deal iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo + AutoWash Dock $398.99 (save $401) Get Deal Best Windows laptop deal Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) $1,099.98 (save $500.01) Get Deal

Last call on Prime Big Deal Days! Amazon's fourth annual fall sale, aka October Prime Day, officially wrapped up at 11:59 p.m. PT on Oct. 8, meaning, technically, the sale is over. However, we're still seeing some record-low prices across popular tech categories.

So if you're still ready to do some early holiday shopping, some deals are still live. We've updated this guide with the most up-to-date information, but the lingering deals are moving fast.

Note: Deals marked with a 🔥 denote an all-time low price. Follow Mashable's Prime Big Deal Days live blog and keep checking back for the latest discounts, stock alerts, and deal drops. (For even more updates, follow the live blogs of our friends at CNET, PCMag, ZDNET, and Lifehacker.)

Best Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $799 at Amazon
$999 Save $200 Get Deal Why we picked this

"Apple's M4 MacBook Air is a sleek speed demon: In our CPU benchmark, it outperformed 89% of the models in our laptop testing database. It doesn't look all that different from older MacBooks with M-something chips, but its upgraded 12MP Center Stage camera was a welcome upgrade to our reviewer.

I recommend the 13-inch model for students and anyone who prioritizes portability. Right now, it's a great pick for budget shoppers, too: The 256GB base configuration is on sale for just $799 (or $200) off, a record low." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

Read Mashable's full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4).

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Apple Watch dealsiPad dealsMore Apple dealsBest noise-cancelling headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones $299 at Amazon
$429 Save $130 Get Deal Why we picked this

"The first-generation QuietComfort Ultras are our current favorite noise-canceling headphones and some of the comfiest cans we've ever tried. Bose recently announced their successors ($449), which offer USB-C audio support, adjustable ANC, and a better battery life, but the originals remain a competitive buy at their current price of $299 (or $150 less) in the limited-edition dark plum colorway." — Haley Henschel, Senior Shopping Reporter

Read Mashable's full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

More headphones and earbuds dealsPrime Day Bluetooth speaker dealsBest Windows laptop deal Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 7, 13.8-inch (Snapdragon X Elite, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,099.98 at Amazon
$1,599.99 Save $500.01 Get Deal Why we like it

"Senior Shopping Reporter Haley Henschel likes the 13.8-inch Surface Laptop 7 with a Snapdragon X Elite chip for most people. In her own words, 'It's beautiful, it's about as fast as an M4 MacBook Air, and it lasts for nearly 23 hours on a single charge — that's two longer than the M4 Pro-powered MacBook Pro, the longest-lasting MacBook we've tried.'

It was previously down to $999.99 during Prime Big Deal Days, pulling it under $1,000 for the first time. Unfortunately, it's bumped back up in price. It's now $1,099.98 or 31% off. Still not a bad deal to scoop up post-Prime Day." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

Read Mashable's full review of the 13.8-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 7.

More Windows laptop deals2-in-1 laptop dealsGaming laptop dealsChromebook dealsBest TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $399.99 at Amazon
$649.99 Save $250 Get Deal Why we like it

"This 75-inch Insignia TV just hit a new all-time low of $399.99, which is a 38% savings. If you've never had a QLED TV before, it's a great low-stakes opportunity to upgrade. As a budget QLED, you can't expect this model to stun in HDR like a premium Samsung QLED would. But compared to your old LED TV, you'll quickly see the difference those quantum dots are making — they'll especially pop when watching football in the daytime." — Leah Stodart, Senior Shopping Reporter

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Best Kindle dealsBest Amazon device deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet $69.99 at Amazon
$139.99 Save $70.00 Get Deal Why we picked this

This Fire HD 10 tablet is still standing strong after Prime Day has officially ended, and with $70 off, this makes it its lowest-ever price. It's a top tablet and one of Amazon's best devices, giving you the perfect product for streaming, scrolling, and creating, all for under $70. Don't expect it to hang around forever, though. If you're interested, move fast.

More Amazon device dealsFire tablet dealsEcho dealsFire TV dealsBlink home security dealsOther Amazon device dealsBest robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: iRobot iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo + AutoWash Dock 🔥 $398.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $401 Get Deal Why we picked this

"When it comes to robot vacuums, I always turn to Mashable's in-house robot vacuum expert, Leah Stodart. When I asked her about these deals, she pointed out that iRobot marked down the Roomba Plus 405 to $398.99 (a new record low), making it one of the most affordable combo robot vacuums and mops. Plus, its dock not only empties the vacuum, but even cleans the mopping pads for a truly hands-free experience." — Samantha Mangino, Shopping Reporter

More robot vacuum dealsMore robot vacuum and mop dealsBest smartwatch dealsBest kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Foodi XL Indoor Grill and Air Fryer $189.99 at Amazon
$279.99 Save $90 Get Deal Why we picked this

"Ninja makes some of our favorite kitchen appliances, and the Foodi line is a standout in the brand's countertop lineup. This indoor grill lets you easily make burgers, steaks, chops, and other meat dishes when you don't feel like grilling, and it comes with a built-in meat thermometer." — Timothy Beck Werth, Tech Editor

More kitchen dealsBest Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar $38.49 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $6.50 Get Deal Why we like it

"For those looking to get a head start on holiday shopping, Lego's advent calendars are a very fun pick-up. It's even better when they can be found on sale. Right now, the 2025 Lego Minecraft Advent Calendar is down to its best price at Amazon, dropping from $44.99 to $38.49. If you're looking to grab one for the kids to enjoy over the holidays, now is a great time to jump on it." — Hannah Hoolihan, Mashable contributor

More Lego dealsBest outdoor deal Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C1000 $429 at Amazon
$799 Save $370 Get Deal Why we like it

"A portable power station is one of the most useful items you can buy for your home this year. They've seen major advancements in both battery technology and user-friendliness recently, and the Anker Solix C1000 portable power station is a standout model. It's an ideal combination of power (1,056Wh), plenty of ports, and it's on sale for Prime Day for $379, which is the lowest price Amazon has ever offered." — Lauren Allain, Mashable contributor

Read Mashable's full review of the Anker Solix C1000.

More portable power station dealsCooler dealsOutdoor cooking dealsTent dealsMore outdoor dealsBest creator-approved deal DJI Mic Mini $79 at Amazon
$119 Save $40 Get Deal Why we like it

The DJI Mic Mini is one of the best upgrades for content creators looking to up their audio game — with two transmitters, a receiver with level controls, a charging case, companion app, clip magnets, and four windscreens, this pocket mic comes with all the essentials — and it sounds great. Mashable's Bethany Allard wrote with her experience using the mic that it "offers a lot of versatility, and for a great value. That makes it a solid option for making vlogs and TikToks, and for anyone who feels less than confident with their tech skills — once I plugged the receiver into my phone, the mics connected easily and started working with the camera app automatically."

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The 25 best October Prime Day tech deals still live today, hand-picked by a tech editor

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:48

Prime Big Deal Days 2025 has ended on the calendar, but there are still plenty of leftover deals floating around.

Fortunately, you don't need to spend hours scrolling through Amazon, because I already found the best Prime Big Deal Days tech deals (and know which ones have stuck around). As Mashable's tech editor, my inbox is full of brands trying to get me to cover their newest gadgets, AI models, and futuristic wearables. I get to test the latest flagship headphones, QLED TVs, and foldable phones for Mashable readers. And I gotta say — I love my job.

SEE ALSO: There are still a ton of stellar TV deals still live from October Prime Day, like a 75-inch QLED TV for $399.99

For Prime Big Deal Days, aka October Prime Day 2025, Amazon (as well as Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and other retailers and brands) discounted some of my favorite gadgets of the year. I also spotted sales on boring but essential products like memory cards, wireless chargers, and USB-C cables. So, I've gathered all of the top discounts into one place for Mashable readers. Note from Oct. 9: October Prime Day 2025 ran between Oct. 7 and 8, so the sale has officially ended. That doesn't mean all October Prime Day deals have ended.

Whether you've been waiting to invest in a new laptop or 65-inch TV, or just need to replace some tech that's past its expiration date, the next 48 hours are going to be a prime time to shop. With no time to waste on this bonus deal day, let's get into my favorite tech deals from brands like Apple, Samsung, DJI, Dyson, Shark, and Bose that are still live right now. If one of my top picks is no longer at its Prime Day price, I'll provide an alternative to shop that is still on sale.

Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian Bluetooth Speaker

This Beats deal truly took me by surprise. I would have been excited about a discount to $79, but Amazon has marked down these Bluetooth speakers to $49.99, beating the previous record price by about $50. This party speaker is IP67 water-resistant and has the easy connectivity and audio quality you expect from a Beats product.

Update: The Kim Kardashian Beats Pill speaker is no longer at this price at Amazon. For a similar alternative, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 has the same water resistance rating and is still on sale for $75.98 (24% off).

Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian Bluetooth speaker $99.99 at Amazon
$149.95 Save $49.96 Get Deal Apple AirPods starting at $89

There's just something about the phrase "$89 AirPods" that sounds right, doesn't it? In the tariffs era, the fact that you can buy new AirPods for $89 feels like a small miracle. While all eyes will be on the new AirPods Pro 3, if you don't need ANC — or have a tendency to lose your earbuds — this purchase is a no-brainer.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 wireless earbuds $89 at Amazon
$129 Save $40 Get Deal Apple AirTag (4-Pack)

AirTags are just 50 cents shy of their all-time low price at Amazon. (Best Buy is also matching this price.) These popular trackers use Apple's massive Find My network to help you track down lost items, and they've never been more affordable. Buy the four-pack and pay just $16.24 per tracker.

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (4-Pack) $64.99 at Amazon
$99 Save $34.01 Get Deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones

Looking for the best Prime Day deal on noise-cancelling headphones? While you can grab the Apple AirPods Max at their lowest-ever price, I actually recommend the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones. With a cool $100 discount, these are my top picks in the headphones category. They're the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, and the ANC is phenomenal.

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (plum) $299 at Amazon
$429 Save $130 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones $329 at Amazon
$429 Save $100 Get Deal Some boring-but-essential smart plugs

This isn't the sexiest gadget on my list, but it might be the most useful. These Kasa Smart Plugs can turn just about any floor lamp or fan into a smart device that I can control with my voice or schedule (no hub needed). They're incredibly reliable and easy to set up. A single plug is a good deal, but the real value is in this four-pack, which brings the cost down to just over $6 per plug. You can never have too many.

Opens in a new window Credit: Kasa Kasa Smart Plug (HS103P4) 4-Pack $23.99 at Amazon
$29.99 Save $6 Get Deal My favorite Anker charging gadgets

I've said it before, but Anker makes my favorite charging accessories, and I use their stuff every single day. Prime Day is always a great time to stock up on their power banks, cables, and wall adapters. My top recommendation this year is this clever MagSafe gadget that's part card reader, part charger. If you're a creator who's constantly offloading photos or drone footage, it's a lifesaver. It lets you transfer files from an SD or microSD card while still charging your iPhone, which is a ridiculously smart design. I'm also a huge fan of their super-slim Nano power bank, which snaps right onto the back of your iPhone and is perfect for travel.

Anker MagGo USB-C Adapter and SD Card Reader $8.99 at Amazon
$24.99 Save $16.00 Get Deal A new MacBook Air

The M4 MacBook Air was released earlier this year, and it's been shockingly affordable. But now it's back at its lowest-ever price of $799. That's a $200 discount on a new Apple laptop with a blazing-fast M4 chip, a gorgeous Liquid Retina display, and a hefty 16GB of RAM.

Read our full review of the M4 MacBook Air (2025).

Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 at Amazon
$999 Save $200 Get Deal The best Windows laptop (and a true MacBook rival)

I already recommended the M4 MacBook Air, but if you're a Windows person, this is the laptop to get. The new Surface Laptop 7 is one of the first Copilot+ PCs, billed as the "fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever." It's incredibly light at just 2.7 pounds, has a battery that actually lasts all day, and the new Snapdragon X Plus chip is impressively fast. At $250 off, you're getting a brand new, future-proof machine that gives the MacBook a serious run for its money.

If you need even more processing power, the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 with the Snapdragon X Elite is also on sale for Prime Day.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $720 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $179.99 Get Deal Samsung The Frame art TVs

I think Samsung's cult-favorite art TV is the best TV in the world, full stop. While it doesn't have the most advanced display for gaming or watching movies, there's just nothing else like it. The ultra-thin TV has a magic-like matte display, and it transforms into a work of art when not in use. The often-imitated TV usually gets a discount during big sales, and this year, both the 2024 and 2025 models are on sale.

If you opt for the more expensive 2025 edition, you'll get an improved AI-powered processor and better backlighting for deeper blacks and improved contrast. The 55-inch 2025 Frame TV dropped by an extra $40 between Oct. 7 and Oct. 8, dropping it more comfortably under $1,000.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV (2024) $797.96 at Amazon
$1,497.99 Save $700.03 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV (2025) $957.99 at Amazon
$1,497.99 Save $540 Get Deal Shark vacuums

I have a small army of robot vacuums and stick vacuums in my apartment at any given time, and since I live in New York City, space is at a premium. That means I have high standards for my cleaning machines, and Shark's underrated (and affordably priced) vacuums have always impressed me.

Update: The Shark PowerPro Reveal Plus is no longer at its Prime Big Deal Days Price of $179.99. For a similar alternative, the Shark Detect cordless vacuum with Auto-Empty system has also been tested and loved by Mashable, and it's still on sale for $329.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark PowerPro Reveal Plus Cordless Stick Vacuum $295 at Amazon
$329.99 Save $34.99 Get Deal

Update: The Shark AV2501S AI Ultra is no longer at its Prime Big Deal Days price of $229.99. For a similar alternative, the Roomba 105 is a vacuum-only self-emptying robot vacuum still on sale for $269.

Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark AV2501S AI Ultra Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum $359.89 at Amazon
$549.99 Save $190.10 Best-seller Get Deal JBL party speakers

I've been testing party speakers for Mashable for years, and JBL consistently outperforms so-called premium brands. The JBL Flip 6 is actually my most-recommended speaker, and we've also tested and loved the brand's new boombox-style Party Box. Both are on sale for Prime Day.

Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth speaker $99.95 at Amazon
$129.95 Save $30.00 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: JBL JBL PartyBox Club 120 party speaker $332.49 at Amazon
$449.95 Save $117.46 Get Deal DJI Smartphone Gimbal

I've tested a few smartphone gimbals, and DJI makes the best one by far. It's deceptively simple to use and provides pro-level stabilization and face tracking. If you're a creator (or aspiring creator), then this gimbal is a must-have IMO. I'm keeping a close eye on the top Prime Day deals on DJI products, so keep checking back for more savings.

Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal Stabilizer $126 at Amazon
$149 Save $23 Get Deal Affordable smart TVs under $300

Any Prime Day is one of the best times to buy a new TV, and Prime Big Deal Days is already delivering major doorbuster deals on budget TVs. You can find 50-, 55-, and 65-inch flatscreens for under $300 this year, including 4K smart TVs and Fire TVs from Roku, Hisense, and Toshiba.

Opens in a new window Credit: Toshiba Toshiba 50-inch C350 4K Fire TV $189 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $160.99 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 55-inch E6 Cinema Series QLED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $259.99 at Amazon
$429.99 Save $170 Shop Now Less-affordable (but much more awesome) QLED and OLED TVs

My favorite TV brand for the past few years has been Samsung, which makes impressive QLED, OLED, and art TVs. And I wouldn't even consider buying one unless it was Prime Day or Black Friday. This premium QLED smart TV is on sale for $350 off its retail price for a limited time. Equipped with Samsung's latest AI processor, this 2025 model TV offers incredible value at this price point.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 65-inch Class Neo QLED QN70F 4K Smart TV (2025) $844.99 at Amazon
$1,097.99 Save $253 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG 65-inch C5 Series OLED evo 4K Smart TV $1,372.99 at Amazon
$2,696.99 Save $1,324.00 Get Deal An easy upgrade for your 'dumb' TV

If the built-in apps on your TV have gotten frustratingly slow, the Fire TV Stick 4K is the easiest fix in tech. For less than $25, you can make any TV smarter and faster. This latest model supports all the key formats (4K Ultra HD, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+) and has WiFi 6 for smoother streaming. The Alexa voice remote is also surprisingly good at finding what you want to watch. It's one of those classic Prime Day doorbuster deals I recommend to everyone.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (newest model) with AI-powered Fire TV Search $29.99 at Amazon
$49.99 Save $20.00 Get Deal Samsung monitors

Whether you need a compact second monitor for your home office or a premium gaming monitor, Samsung always offers fantastic monitor deals during big sales. For home offices, I'd recommend the bevel-less 22-inch business monitor, which is a steal at its current price. And for gamers, the Odyssey line of monitors offers stunning visuals and cutting-edge display specs.

Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 22-inch (S40GD) Borderless Business Monitor $99.42 at Amazon
$149.99 Save $50.57 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 32-inch Odyssey G7 $471.50 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $328.49 Get Deal Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 300

I love Jackery's products. The brand's popular portable power stations are a staple at campgrounds and music festivals, but they can also give you a much-needed power-up during blackouts. While this is the older version of the Jackery Explorer series, I've never seen it priced this low before.

Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station $169 at Amazon
$259 Save $90 Get Deal A hip foldable flip phone

Earlier this year, I said 2025 was the year the foldable phone became a smart option for everyday users, not just early adopters. Personally, I prefer the convenient size and form factor of the smaller flip-style foldables.

As much as I love the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 released over the summer, I actually think people have been sleeping on the Motorola Razr Ultra. If you want flagship-quality in a flip phone, this stylish smartphone has a lot to offer. It has an insane battery life and is packed with AI features, if that's your thing. Plus, it comes with 512GB of memory, compared to the Z Flip 7's starting memory of 128GB. For a limited time, save $300 on both of these unlocked smartphones.

Opens in a new window Credit: Motorola Motorola Razr Ultra, 512GB, Unlocked $999.99 at Amazon
$1,299.99 Save $300 Get Deal Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, 512 GB, Unlocked $919.99 at Amazon
$1,219.99 Save $300 Get Deal Beats headphones and earbuds

Amazon promised big savings on both Beats and Bose headphones this year, and the retailer delivered. This year, you can grab big discounts of 25% or more on some of my favorite wireless headphones, including Beats. I'm a big fan of the Beats Fit Pro in particular, as they're the best workout earbuds you can buy for under $200.

Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Fit Pro sports earbuds $149 at Beats
$199.95 Save $50.95 Get Deal A super-fast memory card for your Switch or drone

Your new Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, or DJI drone is going to need more storage, and Prime Day is the absolute best time to buy a memory card. My go-to is always the Samsung EVO Select line — they're fast, reliable, and this deal on the 512GB model is a fantastic value. Don't skimp and get a smaller card; you'll thank me later when you don't have to constantly delete games or 4K drone footage.

Samsung EVO Select microSDMemory Card (512GB) + Adapter $34.99 at Amazon
$43.99 Save $9 Get Deal
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25+ Apple products still on sale for record lows after October Prime Day

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:37

Amazon's Apple deals have been especially juicy and ripe this week during Prime Big Deal Days, and thankfully a few are still available after the sale. While the retail giant's fourth annual Prime Big Deal Days sale has already come to an end, there's still some time to grab some record-low prices on Apple Watches, AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks.

The best October Prime Day Apple deals at a glance: Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods 4 $89 (save $40) Get Deal Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + 46mm case) $359 (save $70) Get Deal Best iPad Deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) $449 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $799 (save $200) Get Deal Best Accessories Deal Apple AirTag $19.99 (save $9.01) Get Deal

This year, the "October Prime Day" sale (Amazon's unofficial Black Friday kickoff event) comes hot on the heels of Apple's "Awe Dropping" launch of new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. Deals on the new iPhone 17 series or iPhone Air are highly unlikely — no luck yet, at least — but the brand-new Apple Watch Series 11 and SE 3 are already seeing their first teensy discounts in honor of the occasion.

If you don't mind some slight spec downgrades, Amazon is doling out even more impressive discounts to those wearables' predecessors: The Apple Watch second-gen SE with cellular connectivity is on sale for $219. This deal blows past its previous all-time low.

SEE ALSO: 200+ October Prime Day deals: Save on Apple, Sony, Samsung, and Lego

Other Apple products that have fallen to record-low prices this Prime Big Deal Days include the AirPods 4 (now starting at just $89), the 11-inch M3 iPad Air (now $449), and the M4 MacBook Air (now $799 in the 13-inch size).

In total, we've spotted over two dozen Apple products that are chilling at record lows on Amazon this week. If they sell out there, Best Buy is matching some but not all of them during its competing Techtober Sale.

We're rounding up our top picks below that are still available after the sale, and will be monitoring them for any further price drops or stock alerts. Don't wait if you see something you want. Record lows are marked with a 🔥.

Be the first to know about the best October Prime Day deals. Follow Mashable's Prime Big Deal Days live blog and keep checking back for the latest discounts, stock alerts, and deal drops.

Best October Prime Day AirPods deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 🔥 $89 at Amazon
$129 Save $40 Get Deal Why we like them

Apple's latest wireless earbuds are one of our favorite pairs for budget shoppers, offering "five hours of battery life and smooth sound quality," per Mashable's Samantha Mangino. (She especially recommends them for iPhone and iPad owners because they connect seamlessly with those devices.) Dirt-cheap AirPods are a Prime Day staple, and Amazon really delivered this Prime Big Deal Days: The standard AirPods are only $89 right now (normally $129), while the ANC version is just $118.98 (usually $179). You'll lock in an all-time low either way.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods 4 with ANC.

More AirPods dealsBest October Prime Day Apple Watch deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + 46mm case) $359 at Amazon
$429 Save $70 Get Deal Why we like it

While the Apple Watch Series 10 is virtually identical to its successor in terms of features and design, its battery life is a bit worse. That's not ideal if you plan to regularly use tracking tools like Sleep Score, which get less accurate in Low Power Mode, but it's an easy sacrifice at a price like this. The rose gold Series 10 with GPS and a light blush sport band is now just $359 — a 16% savings.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple Watch Series 10.

More October Prime Day Apple Watch dealsBest iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) 🔥 $449 at Amazon
$599 Save $150 Get Deal Why we like it

The latest 11-inch iPad Air isn't vastly different from its M2 predecessor, but its better battery life (over 14 hours per charge) and faster M3 processor are both appreciated upgrades. That impressive performance, plus the fact that iPadOS 26 now supports a nifty windowing system, makes it a solid MacBook alternative for shoppers on a budget. We think it's the best iPad for most people, especially now that it's down to just $449 at Amazon — that's its best price on record.

Read Mashable's full review of the 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M3).

More iPad dealsBest MacBook deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) 🔥 $799 at Amazon
$999 Save $200 Get Deal Why we like it

The M4 MacBook Air is an absolute powerhouse, outperforming 89% of the laptops in our current testing database. Compared to the previous-gen M3 model, it features a better 12MP Center Stage camera and open-lid support for two external displays. The 13-inch model is now on sale for just $799 (typically $999), which is yet another all-time low.

Read Mashable's full review of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air (M4).

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There are still a ton of stellar TV deals still live from October Prime Day, like a 75-inch QLED TV for $399.99

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:29

The second major Prime event of the year is officially over, and while some categories have shot back up to normal price, TV deals are still aplenty. Amazon is still outdoing itself compared to its own Prime Day TV deals from July — in terms of both various HD and 4K options.

The funny thing is, the best TV deals at Amazon aren't the retailer's own models; those are still overpriced. Instead, it's top budget brands like TCL, Hisense, and Insignia that are seeing the best price slashes, plus record lows on most sizes of Samsung's The Frame.

The best October Prime Day TV deals at a glance Toshiba 32-inch Class V35 Series LED HD Smart Fire TV $79.99 ($50) Get Deal Insignia 40-inch Class F40 Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV $99.99 ($50) Get Deal Best 55-inch TV deal Samsung 55-inch The Frame QLED 4K TV (2024 model) $797.96 (Save $700.03) Get Deal Best 65-inch TV Deal LG 65-inch C5 OLED 4K TV $1,372.99 (Save $1,324) Get Deal Best 75-inch TV Deal Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $399.99 (Save $250) Get Deal

Between super-affordable HD & QLED options in every size and massive discounts, making the premium flagship OLEDs look less intimidating, there's not much of a reason to wait for Black Friday to buy a TV.

Treat yourself now and enjoy the rest of October with your new screen, whether that's scary movies, football, or both. We're tracking the best post-Prime Big Deal Days TV deals that are still live below, categorized by size and sorted by price both in ascending order.

SEE ALSO: 25 Apple products are on sale for record lows this October Prime Day — including the new Apple Watches

Note: Deals with a 🔥 have dropped to an all-time low price.

Best Prime Big Deal Days TV deal overall Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 75-inch QF Series QLED 4K Fire TV $399.99
$649.99 Save $250 Get Deal Why we like it

The best QLED TV deal that is still live after Prime Big Deal Days is a 75-inch Fire TV by Insignia (a Best Buy brand, oddly enough) for $399.99. This is one of the few times per year when you'll be able to score a giant TV for so cheap — in fact, waiting for October Prime Day has made this model $50 less than the $449.99 sale price we saw during Prime Day in July.

If you've never had a QLED TV before, this XL Insignia model is a great low-stakes opportunity to upgrade. As a budget QLED, you can't expect this model to stun in HDR like a premium Samsung QLED would. But compared to your old LED TV, you'll quickly see the difference those quantum dots are making — they'll especially pop when watching football in the daytime.

Note: This Insignia model is appearing as out of stock for some of our shopping reporters, which is usually a location-based blip. If you're not seeing "add to cart" at Amazon, it's also available at Best Buy for the same price.

32-inch to 40-inch TV deals42-inch to 50-inch TV deals55-inch TV deals65-inch and 70-inch TV deals75-inch and 77-inch TV deals85-inch and up TV deals

Need to get rid of an old TV to make room for your new one? You can recycle your TV at most Best Buy stores for free.

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Another new AI browser, Dia, launches for free to Mac users

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:12

Mac users who want as much AI in their lives as possible got an intriguing new browser option this week.

Dia, an AI-powered web browser with some interesting capabilities, is now available as a free download for Apple's laptop and desktop computer operating system. Per MacRumors, this is the first time the browser has been widely available to the public, following a beta launch over the summer. Mac users on devices with M1 chips or later can download it for free from Dia's website.

SEE ALSO: Perplexity launches Comet AI browser for everyone: How to try it

The gist of Dia is that it's a regular tabbed web browser with a built-in chatbot that you can use for all sorts of things. Need help drafting an email? Dia's got you covered. Want to compare two Airbnbs in an upcoming travel destination? As long as you have them open in different tabs, Dia can look at both of them and write you a succinct comparison. Dia is also selling this as something that students can use for, well, student stuff.

Amusingly, the website also has examples that include looking at a $400 sweater on a store's website and asking the chatbot to "convince me not to buy this." Time will tell how well that works.

Dia is just one of a handful of rising AI web browsers. Perplexity launched its Comet browser earlier this month, while Opera's Neon browser is another alternative worth considering. Or, you can continue doing things the old way. Up to you.

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Jim Jarmuschs Father Mother Sister Brother trailer is a family of stars

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 14:00

Family dynamics can be awkward, melancholy, strange, hilarious, or all of the above at once. It's the core theme explored in Jim Jarmusch's anticipated new film Father Mother Sister Brother, and you'll get a glimpse at the incredibly stacked cast in the trailer out today.

Written and directed by Jarmusch, the Golden Lion-winning movie sees the likes of Tom Waits, Adam Driver, Mayim Bialik, Cate Blanchett, Charlotte Rampling, Vicky Krieps, Indya Moore, and Luka Sabbat building three portraits of family connection (or really, disconnection).

Over three acts set in New Jersey, Dublin, and Paris, Father Mother Sister Brother feels extremely close to home, again and again, in myriad minuscule ways. And you'll leave extremely aware of which beverages you can and cannot cheers with.

Father Mother Sister Brother hits cinemas Dec. 24. It's also showing at the BFI London Film Festival and New York Film Festival.

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Who needs October Prime Day? The Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series LED 4K TV is still at its best price at Amazon.

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:16

SAVE OVER $100: As of Oct. 9, the Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series LED 4K TV is on sale at Amazon to $189. This is $160.99, or 46%, off its list price of $349.99.

Opens in a new window Credit: Toshiba Toshiba 50-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $189 at Amazon
$349.99 Save $160.99 Get Deal

Even though Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale event is officially over, there are still some deals floating around on the retailer's website for shoppers to scoop up. This includes some exciting leftover TV deals, which is good news for those who have been hoping to pick up a new model this year. The Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series LED 4K TV is one deal that's still available and definitely worth checking out before it's all gone.

Usually the Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series LED 4K TV comes with a price tag of $349.99, but for a limited time it's still available to grab for 46% off that price, down to $189. This is its lowest-ever price, so now's a great time to pick it up as it likely won't stick around much longer past the October Prime Day sale.

SEE ALSO: 55 deals from Best Buy's Techtober Sale still live that match or beat Amazon's Prime Day prices

No matter if you're looking to get a TV for movie nights, gaming, or to binge-watch your favorite shows, this Toshiba TV can provide you with vibrant picture and sound. It boasts 4K resolution and a bright LED display, which is further boosted by Dolby Vision so you can have crisp, colorful images on screen. It even comes with Dolby Atmos sound so you can experience great audio quality as well.

And since it's a Fire TV, you can have all of your favorite streaming apps available to choose from, right on this TV's home screen. That way, you don't have to wait to watch the shows or films that catch your eye.

If the Toshiba 50-inch C350 Series LED 4K TV has caught your attention, now is a great time to jump on this deal while it's still available. If you're curious what else Amazon still has after October Prime Day, check out our breakdown of 200+ October Prime Day deals still live to see even more offers available.

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The Insignia 50-inch F50 Series LED 4K TV is down to its lowest price for Prime members after October Prime Day

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 13:15

SAVE OVER $100: As of Oct. 9, the Insignia 50-inch F50 Series LED 4K TV is on sale for $169.99 at Amazon exclusively for Prime members. This is 43% off its list price of $299.99, saving you $130.

Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 50-inch Class F50 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV $169.99 at Amazon
$299.99 Save $130 Get Deal

Prime Big Deal Days may be behind us, but that doesn't mean that every deal has disappeared from Amazon's website. There are still quite a few discounts tucked away that are worth taking advantage of, including a few exciting TV deals. In particular, Prime members looking to upgrade their setup can still save big on an Insignia 50-inch F50 Series LED 4K TV at the retailer right now.

The Insignia 50-inch F50 Series LED 4K TV is on sale for $169.99 right now exclusively for Prime members. This is 43% off its list price of $299.99, allowing you to keep $130 in your pocket. It's also a return to its lowest price, so don't wait any longer to pick it up if it's caught your eye. This deal may not last much longer beyond October Prime Day.

SEE ALSO: 55 deals from Best Buy's Techtober Sale still live that match or beat Amazon's Prime Day prices

This Insignia Fire TV is a great pick-up for those who love to keep up with the latest shows and movies on streaming services. Its Amazon Fire-powered operating system keeps all of your favorite streaming apps together so you can quickly find your favorites when you're looking to binge-watch something new or kick back for a movie night. What you're watching will look really high-quality as well, thanks to 4K Ultra HD resolution and a vibrant LED display.

On top of that, this TV boasts great sound quality as well with the help of DTS Studio Sound, so you can feel completely immersed in what you're watching.

We're only a day past Prime Big Deal Days, so this deal may not stick around much longer. Prime members, act fast to score the Insignia 50-inch F50 Series LED 4K TV on sale for $169.99. And if you're looking for even more deals that are still live, check out our breakdown of 200+ October Prime Day deals still live.

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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 9, 2025

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 12:01

The NYT Connections puzzle today shouldn't be hard to solve if you're a gamer.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

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

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

The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Pips hints, answers for October 9, 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: Make-believe

  • Green: Parts of the Earth

  • Blue: Features of a story

  • Purple: Played on XBOX, PlayStation, etc.

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

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

  • Yellow: Fantasy

  • Green: Kinds of rocks

  • Blue: News article features

  • Purple: Title figures in classic video games

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 #852 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

  • Fantasy: FANCY, FICTION, FIGMENT, INVENTION

  • Kinds of rocks: FLINT, LIMESTONE, MARBLE, SLATE

  • News article features: CAPTION, DATELINE, LEDE, PHOTO

  • Title figures in classic video games: GORILLA, HEDGEHOG, PLUMBER, PRINCESS

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for September 29, 2025

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

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

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

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NYT Strands hints, answers for October 9, 2025

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 12:01

Today's NYT Strands hints are important to think about when tracking.

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

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

By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections.

If you're feeling stuck or just don't have 10 or more minutes to figure out today's puzzle, we've got all the NYT Strands hints for today's puzzle you need to progress at your preferred pace.

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 9, 2025 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 9, 2025 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Just in case

The words are related to traveling.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe things brought on vacation.

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 Pack It Up.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for October 9

  • Clothes

  • Laptop

  • Charger

  • Pack It Up

  • Toiletries

  • Headphones

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

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

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

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Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 9, 2025

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 12:01

Today's Wordle answer might be easy if you read detective books back in the day.

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.

Today's NYT Wordle puzzle shouldn't be difficult to solve if you're a tough cookie.

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 29, 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 29, 2025 Here's a subtle hint for today's Wordle answer:

Rugged.

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 H.

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...

HARDY

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for September 2, 2025

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

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

Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to today's Wordle.

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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for October 9, 2025

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 12:00

Today's Connections: Sports Edition features two categories with a regionally specific team focus.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Yellow: Soft tissues of the human body

  • Green: Teams located on this West Coast city

  • Blue: Career journey of this 2,000-yard rusher

  • Purple: Managers for the "showtime" team

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

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

  • Yellow: Muscles, Informally

  • Green: L.A. Football Teams

  • Blue: Associated with Saquon Barkley

  • Purple: Lakers Head Coaches

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 #381 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

  • Muscles, Informally - ABS, PECS, QUADS, TRAPS

  • L.A. Football Teams - CHARGERS, RAMS, UCLA, USC

  • Associated with Saquon Barkley - EAGLES, GIANTS, MADDEN COVER, PENN STATE

  • Lakers Head Coaches - HAM, REDICK, RILEY, WEST

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

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

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

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

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NYT Pips hints, answers for October 9, 2025

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:59

Happy Thursday and welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue.

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

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

How to play Pips

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

SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 4, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEE ALSO: NYT Strands hints, answers for October 4, 2025 Easy difficulty hints, answers for Oct. 9 Pips

Equal (6): Everything in this red space must be equal to 6. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically; 6-4, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this red space must add to 8. The answer is 6-4, placed vertically; 4-1, placed horizontally.

Equal (1): Everything in this orange space must be equal to 1. The answer is 4-1, placed horizontally; 1-5, placed horizontally.

Number (8): Everything in this light blue space must add to 8. The answer is 1-5, placed; 3-5, placed vertically.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for Oct. 9 Pips

Number (10): Everything in this space must add to 10. The answer is 5-0, placed horizontally; 5-4, placed horizontally.

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

Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 1-4, placed horizontally.

Less Than (3): Everything in this space must be less than 3. The answer is 2-4, placed horizontally.

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

Equal (4): Everything in this space must be equal to 4. The answer is 5-4, placed horizontally; 6-4, placed horizontally; 1-4, placed horizontally; 2-4, placed horizontally; 3-4, placed horizontally; 0-4, placed horizontally; 4-4, placed horizontally.

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

Hard difficulty hints, answers for Oct. 9 Pips

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

Number (12): Everything in this space must add to 12. The answer is 0-6, placed vertically; 6-1, placed vertically.

Equal (1): Everything in this light blue space must be equal to 1. The answer is 0-1, placed vertically; 1-1, placed vertically; 6-1, placed vertically; 1-2, placed vertically; 1-3, placed vertically; 1-4, placed vertically; 1-5, placed vertically.

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

Equal (4): Everything in this green space must be equal to 4. The answer is 1-4, placed vertically; 4-5, placed vertically.

Equal (3): Everything in this orange space must be equal to 3. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically; 3-3, placed vertically; 3-2, placed vertically.

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

Equal (5): Everything in this red space must be equal to 5. The answer is 2-5, placed horizontally; 1-5, placed vertically; 5-5, placed horizontally; 4-5, placed vertically.

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

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Apples 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch is still discounted after October Prime Day Sale

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:56

SAVE $200: As of Oct. 8, the Apple 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch is on sale for $799 at Amazon. That's a 20% savings.

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$999 Save $200 Get Deal

Saving $200 in return for giving up an extra two inches of screen space when comparing the 15-inch and 13-inch 2025 Macbook Air? It's not for everyone, but it's still quite a big savings.

If having a 13-inch screen is a sticking point, maybe it's a case of looking at a suitable monitor to get a lot more screen estate for your buck when you're sat at your desk. Even dual screen your setup for serious power plays whilst editing or recording.

There's a great deal on LG 27US500-W Ultrafine Monitor right now, for example. That's 27-inches of 4K HDR10 screen real estate for $179, was $249. Want a dual screen setup on the go? The MNN Portable Monitor is 15.6 inches @ 1080p with HDMI and USB-C connectivity for $59.97, was $89.98. Or just don't and save $200, regardless, this is the best Macbook Air for your money, plenty of room on the built-in retina screen to get jobs done on the go with the option of plugging into a desktop setup or focusing in on big projects.

Moving back to this deal, the 13-inch has the same horsepower as the more expensive models, including up to 18-hour battery life and the multitasking powerhouse M4 chip. The screen I've been banging on about also supports 1 billion colors, so if you're worried about displaying accurate color gamut's you can put them to rest with this laptop.

Be the first to know about the best October Prime Day deals. Follow Mashable's Prime Big Deal Days live blog and keep checking back for the latest discounts, stock alerts, and deal drops.

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Seth Meyers pokes fun at Trumps return to TikTok

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:09

Donald Trump returned to TikTok on Monday by telling young Americans they "owe him big." Why? "I saved TikTok," the president said in his first post on the social platform since the 2024 election.

In September, after many ban deadline extensions, Trump signed an executive order that facilitates the sale of Chinese-owned TikTok to American investors. In the president's post-signing TikTok post, filmed from the Oval Office, Trump declared, "To all of those young people of TikTok, I saved TikTok, so you owe me big."

On Late Night, Seth Meyers responded to the president's post with a few jokes. "Great news for anybody who likes their TikToks 75 minutes long," the late night host said on Wednesday.

"President Trump addressed 'the young people of TikTok.'" Meyers went on. "Dude, again, you're 79. They're all young people to you. You're so old you could have addressed the 'young people of Facebook.'"

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Prime Day might be over, but the Roku Smart TV 65-inch is still $600 off

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:06

SAVE $600: As of Oct. 9, the Roku Smart TV 65-inch is on sale for $599.99 at Amazon. That's a 50% savings on the list price.

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$1,199.99 Save $600 Get Deal

Prime Day has officially come to an end, and it was truly an incredible two days of deals and discounts. If you missed out on picking up something, don't worry, there are still plenty of deals lingering, some at the same prices. Like this continuing deal on the Roku Smart TV 65-inch.

As of Oct. 9, this impressive TV is still 50% off, bringing the list price down to $599.99. That's an extra $600 in your pocket. There are discounts across all size options for this TV too, so if you'd rather something smaller or bigger, you'll still save.

Roku’s user interface is super easy to use. On one screen, you'll have access to all of your favorite streaming apps, plus free shows, movies, and live TV across more than 500 channels. And you'll be watching all of this in great quality, thanks to the QLED display, thousands of mini-LEDs, 4K picture, and the amazing immersive audio.

Looking at TVs specifically for a gaming setup? Well, this one is ideal. Everything is super fast, and it has no problem keeping up with its 120Hz refresh rate and dedicated Game Mode.

Pick up this post-Prime Day deal from Amazon now, before it goes back up in price.

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My ghoster apologized to me. Heres what they had to say.

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:02

Ghosting is spooky but unfortunately common. From romantic interests to prospective job opportunities, people online lament about never hearing back from the one person they want to hear from the most.

But what if they do?

SEE ALSO: How to get over a breakup

Not only is ghosting seemingly ubiquitous in today's society of online connections, but so is a ghoster reappearing. Like a cheap movie fright, a text can come out of nowhere. Mashable spoke to ghostees who have experienced this and experts to understand why ghosters come back from the dead.

Post-breakup jump scare

Mandy (her name has been changed for privacy reasons) had hooked up with a Hinge match three times at the tail end of 2023, and they were making plans to see the Emerald Fennell film Saltburn together.

"We never solidified those plans, and then we never talked again," Mandy told Mashable. 

As a non-monogamous dater with a partner, Mandy has rules for mutual ghosting: if you both silently agree not to follow up after the first encounter, "it is what it is."

But after having sex three times? "There is just an etiquette, or a courtesy, to just be like, 'I don't want to see you anymore,'" said Mandy. "I really respect when people are very honest with me."

Still, this man wasn't. Mandy asked what date worked to see the movie, and then sent a TikTok video, but he only responded to the TikTok video instead of the date. As the proposed day inched closer, she asked him to let her know if he still wanted to catch the movie.

He didn't respond — until over a year later, around Christmas 2024.

"Uncalled for apology time," he texted, and went on to say that he didn't expect a response, but that he had begun dating someone else seriously at the time and had done a poor job communicating that to the other women he was going out with. 

Mandy replied, saying she appreciated the clarity and apology, and expressed hope that he and his partner were doing well.

"It did not work out," the former match said. 

"I was just confused," Mandy said. "I had a lot of mixed feelings." She replied anyway, saying she was sorry to hear that, and hoped all was well with him then. 

SEE ALSO: The lonely state of getting over someone you never dated

"I don't know if I really need an apology from you after you committed to ghosting on a relationship that was, for the most part, just casual," Mandy said. She sent the text to several friends, asking questions: Was he trying to rebuild his roster post-breakup? Did he want to see who was back and available?

"Is it for your own ego, or is it for more ulterior motives, like you want to have people to see casually again?" Mandy asked now. "I don't know, but it just made me feel really weird."

Mandy never talked to him again.

A long overdue explanation

At the end of 2017, when writer Sarah Freedman (who has written for Mashable) was preparing to move from New York to Los Angeles, she met a man on Tinder and had one "really intense night" together.

"You meet and then you're together for 24 hours," she described the date.

She tried to meet him again, and he said he wanted to see her, too. While they kept texting, plans never materialized, and it made Freedman anxious. She eventually texted him that she felt like she was being strung along and wanted to hear where he stood.

She never heard back.

Whirlwind, day-long first dates can be a "mindfuck," Freedman said. You feel like you're in a movie or a TV show, and that you have an amazing connection. "And then, you never hear from them," she said. "It's so painful…I think it really kind of underscores how little you know someone."

Despite whatever beautiful connection you had, you don't know the other person and have no idea what's going on in their life, she said. Evidenced by the long text she received from this date four years later. He was going through recovery for alcohol addiction and apologized, and he wanted to write Freedman a letter. 

"I got the text when I was literally sitting on the toilet," Freedman said. "You know, when you get these things, you remember exactly."

Freedman found the text admirable, showing significant growth and maturity. It taught her a lesson, one that stuck with her, and she wrote about herself on her Substack: She took the ghosting so personally, but it had nothing to do with her. 

This instance made it easier for her to understand that the way someone treats her doesn't necessarily have to do with who she is. 

"Especially in these brief, fleeting moments where you're connecting with someone and you don't know each other that well — how much can it really be the way I'm behaving around this person?" she asked. "I just have a lot of sympathy for him, and it just put it in so much perspective."

Freedman responded with her address, but he never sent the letter. "He ended up ghosting me again," she joked.

Still, it didn't lessen the impact of the apology.

"When you're ghosted, you just feel like you don't matter, right? You feel like no one thinks of you. No one cares. You're not even worthy of a response," she said. "Then have this and be like, 'Actually, I stayed with him. Actually, what happened weighed on him.' It was healing. It was really healing to hear that."

Why ghosters come back

People may ghost others as it is a non-confrontational — albeit immature — way to terminate a relationship or interaction, according to Dr. Beth Ribarsky, a professor of communications at the University of Illinois Springfield. 

When you're ghosted, you just feel like you don't matter, right? - writer Sarah Freedman

"In a world where so many of our relationships are built and maintained via texts, calls, or social media, it is incredibly easy to simply stop responding to or block others" rather than risk confrontation or conflict, said Ribarsky, who specializes in interpersonal communications and romantic relationships. 

Mandy echoed the sentiment. "We have gotten to a point in culture where we don't like confrontation and we don't like direct conversation and communication about uncomfortable things," she said. But that's part of life — we have to talk about uncomfortable things, even if it's "I don't like you anymore" or "I don't want to see you again." 

"Sorry if that's harsh," she said. "It's better than leaving you guessing."

A ghoster might reappear because of guilt and loneliness — or boredom, Ribarsky commented. It depends on the situation.

When Joy Ofodu, host of the Dating Unsettled podcast and comedy creator, was single, she once had a ghoster apologize with a two-paragraph letter. They had been dating for two months and were even discussing family and goals. "I was genuinely surprised to have been left on read at the time," she told Mashable.

With an apology, "I think it's thoughtful but also kind of a protective self-preservation measure — they don't want to ruin their reputation within intimate friend groups, group chats, anonymous reporting communities, or apps, and know that ghosting doesn't get you far."

"Like alcoholics making amends, some of them may be in a place of deep character reflection and wanting to do an upheaval — that can involve an apology tour," she continued. In Freedman's situation, this was literal.

"Other times, as I've unfortunately also experienced, it's an apology to halfheartedly reactivate a dating conversation and see if the recipient is still open to your BS — a little ego boost to feel good again and go on their way," Ofodu continued, which is what Mandy suspected.

But sometimes, Ofodu said, you may find yourself the ghost. She had to issue her own apology after she let a dating app conversation dry up when she was busy with work and graduate school. Even her now-partner said sorry for ghosting when they first matched.

"We mutually, uncharacteristically ghosted each other on a first meet-up we'd set because we were juggling too much — then he came back, apologized, and hopped on a FaceTime with me just to meet each other," Ofodu said. "Without that apology, we may not be together today."

"Ghosting always sucks," said Freedman, and she knows how it feels — so she makes it a point not to ghost people. It would be easier not to respond, but she said, "I can take three minutes out of my day and send someone a nice message that also says, 'You're a cool person and I wish you the best.'"

Apologies for ghosting can be genuine or manipulative, Ofodu said, but thinks they're best accompanied by either blissful absence or action. "When in doubt, I think it's better to apologize than not."

Mandy believes her instance of a returning ghost is emblematic of our culture. However, she added, "I kind of appreciated it for the giggle it gave me." 

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Stephen King posts a chilling warning about Trump on X

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 11:00

Stephen King has been posting a lot about politics lately.

Earlier in the week, the author gave a blunt response to White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller's post about "leftwing terrorism", and now he's turned his attention to President Donald Trump sending National Guard troops into Democrat-run cities.

SEE ALSO: Every single Stephen King movie adaptation, ranked

"Troops in major cities," King wrote on X. "Next may come Trump explaining the national climate is 'just too dangerous' to vote in 2026. That's how the authoritarian takeover works. Step by step."

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This isn't the first warning King has posted about Trump and authoritarianism.

A couple of months back, following the president's controversial comments about dictators, he posted on X accusing Trump's administration of "turning America into a fascist, authoritarian state." Not long after, King posted a prediction for the 2026 U.S. election, writing on X: "Trump and his greedhead cronies may get a big surprise in spite of their efforts to rig the 2026 election. 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."

Now, with his latest post, it appears the horror master is feeling less hopeful about next year — and wondering if the president might try to find a way to avoid the midterms altogether.

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Catch all of these October Prime Day Pokémon deals still live before they disappear

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 10:47
Best Pokémon deals at Amazon Best Pokémon card deal Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Binder Box $59.99 (save $7.90) Get Deal Best Pokémon Switch deal Pokémon Shining Pearl $48.90 (save $12.97) Get Deal Best Pokémon merch deal Loungefly Holiday Pikachu Mini Backpack $56.87 (save $44.51) Get Deal White Flare Elite Trainer Box 88.88 Get Deal Pokemon: Adventures in the Orange Islands - The Complete Collection 8.84 Get Deal

Amazon’s October Prime Day (also known as Prime Big Deal Days) is over, but several of the deals have stuck around. For Pokémon people, that just reads as a chance to find Pokémon merch on sale. Whether you’re a seasoned Pokémon TCG collector, a nostalgic anime fan, or someone just looking to add a bit of Pikachu sparkle to your wardrobe, there are plenty of ways to save. Not unlike the rush of an in-store expansion set drop, online Pokémon deals tend to disappear faster than an Abra’s Teleport.

Right now, amidst the chaos of October Prime Day deals across those big categories like TVs and kitchen gadgets, Amazon has quietly rolled out a surprising range of Pokémon discounts — covering everything from trading card booster bundles and plush toys to coveted Loungefly backpacks and official binders to keep your rare pulls pristine. There's something for all kinds of trainers, whether you’re a competitive card collector seeking the latest Scarlet & Violet expansions, a parent hunting for kid-friendly toys, or an anime enthusiast looking to complete your DVD collection with Ash & Pikachu’s classic adventures.

SEE ALSO: We handpicked some of the best October Prime Day Lego deals

Mashable has spotted a handful of stand-out offers that blend genuine value with collector appeal, and we’ll continue to update this list as more Pokémon products go on sale (or sell out) at Amazon, Best Buy, and beyond. So, keep an eye on this space as more Poké-savings evolve over the next few days.

Best Pokémon deal Opens in a new window Credit: Pokémon Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Binder Collection $50 at TCGplayer
$52 Save $2 This is now cheaper on TCGplayer by $2 Get Deal Why we like it

Packs of Black Bolt & White Flare cards have been in short supply in the world of the Pokémon TCG lately, so even a 12% discount on this Black Bolt Binder Collection is a pretty solid Prime Day deal involving booster packs. You can potentially get some solid pulls and store your special rares all in one go.

The $47.99 sale price we saw on this box a few days ago is back and cheaper than market value — we're surprised it's still in stock at all. This premium bundle combines both functionality and Gen-V fun: Inside, you’ll find a themed 9-pocket binder capable of holding hundreds of cards, plus five Black Bolt booster packs from the Scarlet & Violet expansion and a code card for Pokémon TCG Live.

Each pack gives you the chance to pull striking cards, including rare Zekrom variants worth hundreds of dollars, a practically priceless Victini, and a picturesque Special Illustration Rare of N’s plan. While pull rates vary, fans of the Pokémon Black and White games will still love even the common cards from this set, dedicated to the franchise’s fifth generation. 

The binder’s tight-fit sleeves and elastic closure add an extra layer of polish too — making this a tidy, display-ready set that’s great value for collectors and gift-givers alike.

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We picked the best October Prime Day Lego deals still live, from Star Wars to Botanicals to advent calendars

Thu, 10/09/2025 - 10:37
Best October Prime Day Lego deals Best deal overall Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 (75418) $31.49 (save $13) Get Deal Best splurge deal Lego Ideas Vincent Van Gogh 'The Starry Night' (21333) $142 (save $27.99) Get Deal Best runner-up deal Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box (10696) $17.99 (save $17) Get Deal

Now that Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days falls about a month before most retailers' Black Friday kickoff, it's the new unofficial ribbon cutting for the holiday shopping season. That means it's already time to talk about one of the most bulletproof gifts you can buy early: Lego. Whether you're shopping for a kid who wants a cool Star Wars ship or an adult who wants a cute Lego orchid — or an adult who also wants a cool Star Wars ship — there's a good chance one of the sets on their wishlist is still on sale after the Prime Big Deal Days sale.

SEE ALSO: Catch all of these October Prime Day Pokémon deals before they disappear

But before you start adding every discounted set to your cart, here's a pro tip for shopping on Amazon: a "deal" isn't always a deal. Some Lego sets have a sale price that's actually been the standard price for weeks or even months. A true Prime Day deal is a price drop that's new and noteworthy — but don't worry, we've done that homework for you.

We're tracking the best Lego deals at Amazon that are still on sale after October Prime Day, and every set has been vetted against price histories to filter out the fake sales.

Best October Prime Day Lego deal Opens in a new window Credit: Lego Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar 2025 (75418) $31.49 at Amazon
$44.99 Save $13.50 Get Deal Why we like it

Lego Advent calendars are a holiday classic, and even after Prime Day you can grab one on sale before the December rush. This Star Wars-themed calendar is still at its lowest price ever, making it a great time to buy.

Behind the 24 doors, you'll find a bunch of characters and mini-builds perfect for any fan of the franchise, including C-3PO, a Holiday Jawa minifigure, a Babu Frik figure, alongside five Lego droid figures: R7-A7, BD-72, a Scrap Battle Droid, BB-8 dressed as a snowman, and a Super Battle Droid.

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