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If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine.

There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown.

An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous guesses does necessarily indicate the number of times that letter appears in the final hurdle.

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If you find yourself stuck at any step of today's Hurdle, don't worry! We have you covered.

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Slide.

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CHUTE

Hurdle Word 2 hint

Cheer.

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CHANT

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Hurdle Word 3 hint

Performing.

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DOING

Hurdle Word 4 hint

Parade.

Hurdle Word 4 answer

RALLY

Final Hurdle hint

A link.

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NEXUS

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Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you watch international soccer.

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.

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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. The sports 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 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 before 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.

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

• Yellow: Drip

• Green: Stat sheet

• Blue: Les Bleus

• Purple: Basketball courts

Here are today's Connections: Sports Edition categories

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

• Yellow: Style

• Green: Basketball Stats, Abbreviated

• Blue: Members of France's World Cup Squad

• Purple: NBA Arenas

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The solution to today's Connections: Sports Edition #643 is...

What is the answer to Connections: Sports Edition today?

• Style: FLAIR, PANACHE, PIZZAZZ, SWAGGER

• Basketball Stats, Abbreviated: FG, FT, PF, TO

• Members of France's World Cup Squad: BARCOLA, GUSTO, MBAPPE, OLISE

• NBA Arenas: BARCLAYS, KIA, MODA, TD

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.

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

Released in August 2025, 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 on to 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 with 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Greater Than (5): Everything in this space must be greater than 5. The answer is 6-3, placed vertically.

Number (12): Everything in this space must add up to 12. The answer is 4-3, placed vertically; 6-3, placed vertically; 3-3, placed horizontally.

Equal (6): Everything in this space must be equal to 6. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically; 5-6, placed vertically.

Medium difficulty hints, answers for June 28 Pips

Less Than (5): Everything in this space must be less than 5. The answer is 0-0, placed vertically.

Greater Than (0): Everything in this space must be greater than 0. The answer is 3-0, placed vertically.

Greater Than (2): Everything in this space must be greater than 2. The answer is 6-6, placed vertically.

Number (8): Everything in this space must add up to 8. The answer is 2-6, placed horizontally; 2-5, placed horizontally.

Number (5): Everything in this space must add up to 5. The answer is 2-5, placed horizontally; 3-0, placed vertically.

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

Greater Than (5): Everything in this space must be greater than 5. The answer is 4-2, placed horizontally.

Hard difficulty hints, answers for June 28 Pips

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

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

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

Less Than (3): Everything in this space must be less than 3. The answer is 0-4, placed vertically.

Number (14): Everything in this space must add up to 14. The answer is 0-4, placed vertically; 5-5, placed horizontally.

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

Number (1): Everything in this space must add up to 1. The answer is 5-0, placed vertically; 1-2, placed vertically.

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

Not Equal: Everything in this space must be different. The answer is 6-5, placed horizontally.

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

Number (14): Everything in this space must add up to 14. The answer is 2-6, placed vertically; 4-4, placed vertically.

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

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

Less Than (2): Everything in this space must be less than 2. The answer is 0-2, placed horizontally.

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

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

Number (17): Everything in this space must add up to 17. The answer is 3-5, placed horizontally; 6-6, placed vertically.

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

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The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're a musician.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Yellow: Top-tier

• Green: Initiation

• Blue: Musical essentials

• Purple: Skater's best friend

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Here are today's Connections categories

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

• Yellow: High-quality

• Green: Signals to commence

• Blue: Accessories for a guitarist

• Purple: They have boards

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The solution to today's Connections #1113 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

• High-quality: CHOICE, FINE, PRIME, SELECT

• Signals to commence: BEGIN, GO, NOW, START

• Accessories for a guitarist: CAPO, PICK, SLIDE, STRAP

• They have boards: CHESS, CORPORATION, DARTS, SURFER

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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Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're an ally.

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.

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

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

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The words are related to commemoration.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

These words describe an LGBTQ observance.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

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NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Pride Month.

NYT Strands word list for June 28

• Rally

• Flags

• Drag

• Pride Month

• Rainbow

• Parade

• Celebration

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Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you like to get the party started.

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.

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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.

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Host.

Does today's Wordle answer have a double letter?

The letter E appears three times.

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

Today's Wordle starts with the letter E.

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Get your last guesses in now, because it's your final chance to solve today's Wordle before we reveal the solution.

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The solution to today's Wordle is...

EMCEE

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.

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

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Much of the talk at VidCon 2026 focused on how long-form horizontal content is at the forefront of rewiring the traditional Hollywood model. On a panel about convergence, Pocketwatch CEO Chris H. Williams declared, "If it works on YouTube, it'll work anywhere," pointing to The Besties' crossover success on Hulu and, soon, Amazon Fire TV Stick.

A recurring topic across panels was how streamers like Hulu, Amazon, and Tubi are recruiting creators, acquiring their YouTube libraries, or funding original content. But what does it take to make a video go viral on YouTube in 2026?

That was the question Vidcon attendees had in mind as they sat down for the panel titled Decoding the Algorithm: What Your Audience Actually Wants on YouTube. Presented by YouTube, this three-person panel featured YouTube Creator Liaison and Head of Editorial Rene Ritchie, YouTuber Katarina Mogus, and YouTube Senior Director of Growth and Discovery Todd Beaupré.

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However, rather than offering a guideline on how to make the algorithm work for you, Beaupré rebuffed assumptions that creators have about it. Chief among them, Beaupré dismissed the idea that YouTube's algorithm punishes users for infrequent posting and says creators are not punished for trying new things.

"It really depends on what you come back with, and whether it's interesting or not." Beaupré said of gaps in posting, "We did a really deep study of millions of channels and looked at the time spent between uploads to see if there was a correlation at all between how long it was between your uploads and what the difference in views was before and after the break. We found virtually no relationship. And if anything, the longer the break, the more likely it was that somebody could come back with even more views."

No slides and few figures were presented at the panel. But Beaupré did present a provocative notion.

'Your core audience maybe isn't as important as you thought.' Credit: Kristy Puchko / Mashable

"Almost every channel has a click-through rate of less than 10% in their subscriptions. These are people who hit the red button when you ask them to subscribe," Beaupré said. "And yet, 90% of the time, they see your video, they're not going to click on [it]. This is normal."

He went on, "Some of your subscribers are going to see your video in the first few hours, and 90% of them aren't going to watch it. YouTube understands that. That's the same for many channels. So if you're thinking, like, 'Oh, my first 100 people, if they're not the right people that see it, is my video gonna die?' No, because we know that even among your biggest fans, it may not be the right time."

Beaupré's advice was ultimately that creators should worry more about appealing to their audience than to YouTube's algorithm. He said, "When you have a question about the algorithm, I encourage you to replace the word 'algorithm' in your question with 'audience.' How that's relevant here is that if you take a break, the algorithm isn't going to punish you. But the audience may have different feelings when you come back. If you've been gone for six months, maybe they've moved on to discover some new channels, right? They're still on YouTube. And so you may not be as top-of-mind for them as you were before. So, audience reactions do influence your distribution."

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup puts the spotlight on GOAT contender Lionel Messi in this next group match, as Argentina face Jordan. Argentina are defending champions and are fully expected to secure the win over Jordan, which would see Messi's squad go three-for-three in Group J.

It's a case of a how many goals can Messi get this time out? He's already netted five goals in two games this tournament and broken the all-time World Cup goal record. Can he take one more step toward immortality with another hattrick?

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When is Jordan vs. Argentina?

Jordan vs. Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off at 10 p.m. ET on June 27. This fixture takes place at Dallas Stadium.

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Audrey Hopkins (aka Audity or AudityDraws) has grown a fan following by chasing her love of character design and not taking her art too seriously.

Her 13.2 million followers on TikTok revel over her imaginative mash-ups, like re-imagining Disney villains as Disney princesses or turning Bluey characters into human incarnations. But her greatest muse has been her husband, Richard Conley. She's drawn him as a merman, Sailor Moon, Handsome Squidward, and many more creative characters. All to the delight of her audience and Conley himself, who collaborated with her on an inspiration app, called Wanna Draw, which generates mash-up ideas for artists of all sorts.

As someone who has enjoyed Audity's art, mischievous sense of fun, and high-energy online persona, I was elated to sit down with her at VidCon 2026 to discuss her journey from character designer to a thriving content creator.

Audity next to her illustrated self portrait. Credit: Zooey Liao/Mashable/Audity/Google Images How did being a content creator start for you? Because you are an animator, you are a character designer. What made you be like, "I'm gonna take this independently online"?

So it's a weird story. Back in the day, when TikTok was first starting, they had these agencies that would go out, and they would find people to post more. 

They would do a thing where they would pay you like 100 bucks a month to post every single day. Most people that were doing the program were just putting out kind of whatever. At the time, I was in between character design jobs. Before that, I had worked on different stuff, or like NBC, or things like that. I basically felt bad that my husband was the only one bringing in money. And I was like, "You know what, 100 bucks a month, that's a bit of groceries — that's something." So I started the program, but I took it more seriously. I was like, I'm actually gonna post my work and do like more fun stuff...  

And also build your portfolio. 

Yeah, exactly, exactly. And I never expected — it was like four months later, I'd hit a million followers. And I remember I got a call from somebody that was like, "Hey," — I'd done a comic book a while back, and they were like, — "We would love you to do a second one." I had to sit there and make a decision, like, "Do I go back to an actual job-job, or do I try to do this?" 

I never thought I could do this. And seven years later, I'm still doing it. 

And your husband's very involved too. How did he come into it?

Basically, my husband and I are constantly around each other because he works from home. Back when I first started filming, I remember he would say stuff sometimes, and I'd be like, "Oh no, don't talk, I'm filming something." 

After a while, I was just like I'm not gonna keep telling him to stop, and I started just turning the camera [to him], whenever he would say something weird, which is often. And he's just been so supportive. When I started doing more art stuff in college, before even looking at TikTok, I was working at Pier One at the same time. And I remember I was so stressed out. He was like, "You know what, quit [Pier One]. I got this, I got us."  And he's taken so much care of me and allowed me to do so much stuff. 

How has imagining him in all these illustrated incarnations impacted how you view him, and how he views himself? 

Actually, when we first started dating, he was like, "I always wondered if you draw me." And I'm like, "Oh, how you regret thinking that now!" But honestly, he's, I mean, is it weird to call him my muse? He really is!

Looking back, what was the first video that really took off that made you think, maybe I can do this full-time?

It might have been when I was doing my 50 states series, or my first time doing one of the fusion videos. Because my whole thing with art is I really firmly believe that art doesn't have to be taken so seriously. 

When I was in college, I started out as a studio painter and a traditional artist. So like, your girl can do still lifes. But everyone else would be like, "My work represents the darkness of society and stuff." And I'd be like, "I drew this really, really hot lady — she's super cool!" 

I kind of leaned into that with that kind of stuff. And with the fusion thing, I liked being able to just take like weird stuff and make this weird creature that was really cool, but didn't serve like a purpose. 

So I think I think those types of videos, and that first one was like the first time it was like, "Whoa, okay." And I think that's why actually, [my husband] ended up building the [Wanna Draw] app that we have, which was so sweet. He literally never had done anything like that in his life before, and just went in like three months sitting at our kitchen table, learning and building that app. Yeah, he's still the only one that runs it.

That's very cool.  So, what do you love about content creation?

Honestly, I think it's the fact that so many people who do art, like you make something cool, and you get to show it to, like, a few people, like your friends, or things like that, and then that's it. 

I get to be like, "Hey, world, look at this weird thing I made!" And, it's so amazing to see so many other people out there who also like that. I think that's my favorite part,  just getting to connect to so many different people and seeing how many different people are alike. 

We all get so trapped in our little bubbles, and it's also great to have like close-knit community. But it's also just so wonderful to have like this wide network of people that are also just so similar, right?

It's also interesting because when people think about big animated shows, they know the people who created the show. But they don't necessarily know all the nuts and bolts people and all the creativity they're bringing to it. So it must be exciting to be able to be like, "I don't need someone else's project to be seen."

I will say there are times when I miss working on things with other people. There's another content creator, a friend of mine, he runs D&D campaigns and everything. His name is Sir Feffers, and I become like his primary character design stuff. So it is nice, I get a little taste of being able to still work like for somebody else.

Is there a big fish dream project that would make you step away for this from content creation for a little bit? 

God, there are so many. It's too many. I really want to do character design work for a video game or something. Honestly, my real dream is to — do you know Dropout?

SEE ALSO: Dropout is a game-changer for comedy and creators Yes! I've interviewed a lot of that team!

They're so cool. I love them so much, but Dimension 20, particularly. I want to draw the characters for a season of theirs. 

Honestly, I've told them before, I'll do it for free. I'll do all the work for free, just let me do it. That's really the big thing. But at the same time, there are so many people who want to work for them, so I get it…Getting to meet Brennan Lee Mulligan for like a moment once was just like — 

He's so lovely. 

Oh my god, he's one of the coolest people. 

Agreed. Where do you find the differences in working in more traditional spaces and working for the internet? 

I think working for the internet is just — it's so chaotic. Because no Disney studio or anything out there is gonna be like, "You know, we really love it if you mix like Pennywise with Tinkerbell." But the internet's like, "We really want more of that, give us that." 

It's like having the most chaotic boss in the world. Because the weirder I get, the happier they are. That's I think the biggest difference is like that, and being able to just freely do what you want. 

I love that. So, a lot of people here at VidCon have been giving tips on what to do when you run out of ideas. What do you do when you hit, a creativity drought? When you're like, "I want to draw, but I don't know where to start."

For dealing with art block and burnout, I usually have like exercises that I do, like drawing the random shapes into faces, stuff that I like. I actually, eventually want to release a book that I make that's called Dealing with Art Block When You're a Character Designer. Because there's so much stuff that I've accumulated throughout the years that I do; tips and tricks. In my videos I can show a little bit of it, but I love to go more in depth. 

But stuff like that, like just finding a new way to do something you're already doing, is like the best way to get past something like that. Because if you're doing the same thing constantly, constantly, constantly, it's gonna get stale, it's gonna get like you're not gonna want to do it, you're like, "I can't keep thinking of ideas for this." If you challenge yourself, you're like, "I'm gonna draw with my left hand or I'm only allowed to draw mice today," or something weird like that. You're gonna make more fun, interesting things, because sometimes having that barrier helps, you know? 

It gives you a starting point to launch from.   

Yeah, exactly. 

Was there a point where you feel that you like made it as a content creator?

I'm still waiting for that point. I literally been talking to the other animators this entire VidCon, and it's funny. They'll all talk about, 'Yeah, back in the old days, like a few years ago." And I'm still feel like I'm new to this. I still feel like I'm making my way. 

What advice would you give to following you starting out in content creation? 

There's no one way to do it. Everybody's gonna have different advice and everything, but my whole thing is make stuff and do stuff that you like. Because you're just as much a viewer as everyone else out there. And if you like something and you enjoy something, I guarantee there are other people out there that like it as well, and enjoy it as well. And also just finding a fun way to do stuff.

Let's say you're somebody who really likes gaming, but you're like, "I wish there was somebody who did it like this." You'll be the person that does it like that. Go do it! Just try it! 

Mashable is reporting live from VidCon 2026 in Anaheim. Follow our coverage for creator interviews, panel highlights, and the biggest moments from the convention floor.

The interview above was edited for length and clarity.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come down to the final day of group games. And while England have already qualified to the knockout stage, they're feeling the frustration of drawing 0-0 with Ghana in their last game. Now facing Panama to decide the group, England are expected to make some changes to the starting XI and come out all guns blazing. But can Panama surprise them?

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Pressured by recent lawsuits claiming Uber didn't do enough to prevent sexual assault, the ride-sharing company has announced stricter background check requirements for drivers.

"After listening to a wide range of feedback, we’ve broadened the criteria for convictions that permanently disqualify someone from driving or delivering with Uber," the company wrote in a recent blog post. "Our goal is to build the safest platform."

SEE ALSO: Meta is pushing for social media exclusions in new child safety regulation

The new review process expands on existing driver requirements, permanently banning drivers with convictions that "may be sexual in nature." The new rules also disqualify drivers with misdemeanor or felony stalking and strangulation-related offenses because they "can be predictors of future violence," Uber explains. The company says the changes were influenced by recommendations from domestic violence prevention experts and civil rights groups.

In addition, background checks will be run for the driver's entire lifetime (technically 99 years). Previously, Uber's third-party background checks providers only ran Social Security Number (SSN) traces for the previous seven years.

The company stated the new requirements will not retroactively apply to existing driver accounts "with no serious interpersonal safety-related complaints of any kind," and if their conviction is "more than 15 years old and was not sexual in nature." The checks are still rolling out to drivers nationwide.

Multiple New York Times investigations have revealed an industry-wide prevalence of violent altercations with ride-share drivers, perpetrated primarily against female riders. A December exposé alleged Uber's background check protocols still approved drivers with violent felony convictions.

In February, Uber was deemed partially liable for the rape and assault of a ride-share passenger, who alleged the company failed to implement safety provisions that could have prevented the assault. The case included internal documents showing her ride was flagged as a safety concern, but the app did not notify her or authorities. Uber was ordered to pay $8.5 million instead of the requested $144 million in damages.

California is weighing new child-safety legislation that could fine social media companies millions of dollars — and Meta is attempting to dodge the astronomical fees from hundreds of pending lawsuits, anonymous insiders told Politico.

Meta lobbyists have approached lawmakers with suggested amendments that would carve out exceptions for social media platforms before the bill goes into a hearing set for Tuesday. The amendments include a pathway to avoid fines if companies implement a series of default child-safety settings, such as tools to disable autoplay, direct messaging restrictions, and explicit content moderation.

Many social media companies have already launched said features under minor accounts. Child safety advocates argue they don't do enough to protect children.

SEE ALSO: Trump is threatening a 100% tariff on European goods. Again.

Meta's suggested changes include another safe harbor trade-off: Social media companies could avoid fines if their platforms include parental controls that let parents restrict screen time and monitor their kids' activity. Many experts argue that parental controls are equally ineffective at reducing childhood exposure to harmful content.

Without these amendments, the bill, known as AB 2, could result in fines of up to $1 million per child if a company is found liable for endangering young users through negligent product design.

In March, Meta lost a court case that ruled the platform, as well as its competitor Google, failed to fix platform design features that resulted in harm to minor mental health. Meta was separately ordered to pay $375 million by a New Mexico jury that ruled the platform was deceptively advertising its platform as safe for children.

Meta recently revamped its minor safety tools, including automatic age detection and global Teen Accounts with stricter content and communication controls.

Amid ongoing litigation, the company has denied all claims that its youth safety features are ineffective.

"Teen mental health is profoundly complex and cannot be linked to a single app. We will continue to defend ourselves vigorously as every case is different, and we remain confident in our record of protecting teens online," Meta said in a statement following the March ruling.

The best Prime Day Apple deals that are still live: Best Apple Watch deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 (save $120) Get Deal Best iPad deal Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 (save $150) Get Deal Best MacBook deal Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,149 (save $350) Get Deal Best AirTag deal Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack $89 (save $10) Get Deal Best AirPods deal Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 (save $150) Get Deal Best Apple Accessories deal Apple MagSafe Charger $28 (save $21) Get Deal Best iPhone Deal iPhone 17 (256GB or 512GB) Free with T-Mobile (save up to $1,029.99) Get Deal

If you're shopping for some new Apple gadgets after Prime Day, you're still in luck. While some of Amazon's deals have sold out, we still have plentiful Apple deals at Walmart. And the timing couldn't be better because earlier this week, Apple raised some of its prices on account of the global RAM shortage. AirPods and Apple Watches are unaffected (for now), but all MacBooks and iPads are now at least $100 more expensive than they were before — even the budget MacBook Neo.

Some MacBooks and iPads are now sold out at Amazon (and other major retailers) following the price hikes. However, many models are still available there at steep discounts. They're not labeled as on sale anymore, but they're significantly cheaper than what the Apple Store is now charging. See: the entry-level iPad, the 11-inch M4 iPad Air, the 15-inch M5 MacBook Air, and the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro.

SEE ALSO: The 55+ best Prime Day tech deals, hand-picked by a tech editor on a tight budget

That ordeal aside, I'm happy (relieved?) to say that the best Prime Day deals on Apple Watches, AirPods, and Apple accessories like AirTags are still holding pretty steady even after the sale. Keep in mind that they probably won't hang around for much longer. Procrastinate at your own risk.

Note: Products marked with a 🔥 are at their lowest-ever price.

Best Prime Day AirPods deal still live Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods Max 2 🔥 $399 at Walmart
$549 Save $150   Get Deal

Apple's stylish over-ear headphones were updated in April with the H2 chip, bringing better noise cancellation and support for software features like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Live Translation. They dropped down to just $399 — a 27% savings and their lowest price ever (by a lot). Amazon's stock has sold out at this price, but they're still holding on at Walmart in blue and purple. This is a shockingly good deal, considering the original AirPods Max took several years to hit the same price.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirPods Max 2.

More AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 (pre-owned) — $65 $98 (save $33) at Walmart

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01)

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70)

Best Prime Day Apple Watch deal still live Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) 🔥 $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal

The Apple Watch Series 11 dropped to a new record-low price for Prime Day, and the deal is still live. Amazon marked it down to just $279, which is 30% off its usual $399 MSRP. (It was $20 more expensive during Amazon's Big Spring Sale a couple of months ago.) Apple's latest flagship wearable supports features like hypertension notifications and Sleep Score. Compared to its predecessor, it has a more scratch-resistant display and a longer battery life. Choose from two different case and band combinations, but we're sorry to say the new space gray finish is not part of the $279 deal.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple Watch Series 11.

Another Apple Watch deal

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + cellluar, 49mm) — $649 $799 (save $150) 🔥

Best post Prime Day iPad deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $299 at Walmart
$449 Save $150   Get Deal

The regular iPad is our favorite Apple tablet for budget buyers and kids. It's got a pretty screen and a six-hour battery life, and it performs on par with some premium Chromebooks we've tested. The base model with 128GB of storage is sitting at $299 at Walmart after Prime Day, which is 33% off its new MSRP of $449. (Pick up an on-sale Apple Pencil or Magic Keyboard Folio while you're at it, too.) This deal is sold out at Amazon.

Another iPad deal

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199.99 $1,499 (save $299.01)

Best Prime Day MacBook deal still live Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) $1,149.99 at Amazon
$1,499 Save $349.01   Get Deal

If you need a new laptop that's sleek, portable, and powerful, the latest MacBook Air is sooo easy to recommend. Its thin all-aluminum design (available in four colors) features a haptic touchpad, a 12MP webcam, and a punchy Liquid Retina display. Its M5 chip makes it faster than most Windows laptops in just about any scenario. Most models are out of stock on Amazon in the wake of Apple's price increases, but the starlight 15-inch base model is still in stock at its Prime Day price of $1,149.99 the day after the sale. That's $350 off its newly higher MSRP of $1,499, and $50 away from its record-low price from Memorial Day. You can snag the same deal at Costco sans membership.

Read Mashable's full review of the M5 Apple MacBook Air.

Another MacBook deal

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $949 $1,299 (save $349.01) at Costco, no membership required

Best after Prime Day AirTag deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirTag (2nd Generation), 4-pack 🔥 $89 at Amazon
$99 Save $10   Get Deal

Here's our first-ever discount on the second-generation AirTag, Apple's recently updated Bluetooth tracker. It doesn't look any different from the original version that launched in 2021, but it has a louder speaker and a much wider range. Grab an $89 four-pack for the best value (normally $99) — that works out to $22.25 per AirTag. If you only need one or two, you'll pay $24 for them individually after Prime Day (typically $29). Best Buy and Walmart were matching both of those deals, FYI.

Read Mashable's full review of the Apple AirTag 2.

More Apple accessory deals

• Apple AirTag 2 — $24 $29 (save $5) 🔥

• Apple MagSafe Charger — $28 $49 (save $21) 🔥

• Apple Pencil USB-C — $59 $79 (save $20)

• Apple AirTag 1 (4-Pack) — $69.99 $99 (save $29.01)

• Apple Pencil Pro — $99 $129 (save $30)

SAVE $100: The Bose Ultra Open earbuds are on sale at Amazon after Prime Day for $199, down from the normal price of $299. Matching the record low price, that works out to a 33% discount.

Bose Ultra Open earbuds $199 at Walmart
$299 Save $100   See It at Walmart See It at Amazon See It at Best Buy

We're officially past Prime Day now. But if you know Amazon, then you know some of the best deals are still live. So, if you're in need of fresh earbuds, you're in luck.

As of June 27, the Bose Ultra Open earbuds are still on sale at Amazon for $199, a cool $100 discount from their usual price of $299. This matches the earbuds' record-low price at Amazon. Multiple Mashable reporters have tested these buds, and they've received a unanimous recommendation so far. In fact, this innovative product helped push open earbuds into the mainstream, inspiring a host of imitators. Like bone-conduction products, they also keep you in tune with your surroundings, which makes them popular with runners and athletes.

Open earbuds are a bit of a hybrid design. They're great for people who don't like the feel of something plugging their ears up but also don't like the feel of headphones. Instead, open earbuds sit on the outside of the ear, and according to Mashable's guide to the best open earbuds, the Bose Ultra Open are the best choice if you value comfort and sound.

SEE ALSO: Need new earbuds? AirPods, Bose, and Sony are still sitting at Prime Day prices after the sale

RJ Andersen's review of the Bose Ultra Open earbuds explains that some of the highlights include excellent battery life, comfort, and sound quality that's better than expected.

Before this Prime Day price expires, snag the Bose Ultra Open earbuds for $199. They're the perfect fit for hot summer days.

Best Prime Day deals still live

Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation — $148.99 (List Price $179.00)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm, S/M Black Sport Band) — $329.00 (List Price $399.00)

Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones — $378.00 (List Price $459.99)

Apple AirPods Pro 3 Noise Cancelling Heart Rate Wireless Earbuds   — $199.00 (List Price $249.00)

The top post-Prime Day headphones deals: Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $378 (save $81.99) Get Deal Best Headphones Under $200 Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones $179.55 (save $120.44) Get Deal Best Bose headphones deal Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones $179 (save $180) Get Deal Best open earbuds deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 (save $51.99) Get Deal Best Headphones Under $100 Beats Solo 4 On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones $99.95 (save $100) Get Deal Most fashionable headphones Marshall Major V On-Ear Headphones $89.99 (save $80) Get Deal Best Earbuds Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal

Amazon's twelfth annual Prime Day sale ended on Friday, June 16, but a surprising amount of deals on headphones are still available as of this writing. So, as we head deeper into the post-Prime Day weekend, you still have some time to save on popular headphones from Sony, Bose, Beats, Sennheiser, and more top audio brands. Unfortunately, the popular $399 deal on the Apple AirPods Max 2 headphones is completely sold out — womp, womp.

SEE ALSO: Amazon Prime Day is here: We found 75+ deals on Apple, Sony, Kindle, and Lego favorites

If you procrastinated on your Prime Day shopping, you can still find tons of our favorite headphones on sale at Amazon, including the latest flagship noise-cancelling headphones. Both the Sony WH-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) headphones are still on sale, as are the mid-range Bose QuietComfort headphones and Sennheiser Momentum 4.

Looking for deals on wireless earbuds? We've included some earbuds (including a lingering deal on the Apple AirPods Pro 3) in this shopping guide, but we also have an in-depth guide to the best Prime Day earbuds deals that are still live.

Please note: Products marked with a ✅ have been tested by a member of the Mashable team.

Best headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose QuietComfort Noise-Cancelling Headphones ✅ $179 at Amazon
$359 Save $180   Get Deal

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort headphones.

If we had to recommend just one post-Prime Day headphones deal, this would be it. The popular mid-range Bose QuietComfort headphones offer impressive active noise cancellation. On top of that, they have Bose's signature comfortable fit, with a battery life and comfy design that support all-day wear. Down to an all-time low price of $179, you can pick up these cans in a variety of colors.

More headphones deals

• Sony WH-CH520 — $29.99 $69.99 (save $40) ✅

• Soundcore Space One — $66 $99.99 (save $33.99)

• Sony WH-CH720N — $83 $179.99 (save $96.99) ✅

• Marshall Major V — $89.99 $169.99 (save $80) ✅

• Sony ULT Wear — $144.95 $249.99 (save $105.04) ✅

• Beats Studio Pro — $149.95 $199.95 (save $50)

• Nothing Headphone (a) — $151.05 $199 (save $47.95) ✅

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 — $177.95 $299.99 (save $122.04)

• Sony WH-1000XM5 — $198 $399.99 (save $201.99) ✅

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 1) — $269 $429 (save $160) ✅

• Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e — $304 $399 (save $95)

• Sony WH-1000XM6 — $378 $459.99 (save $81.99) ✅

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra, 2nd gen — $379 $449 (save $70) ✅

• Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 — $429 $479 (save $50)

• Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — $464 $749 (save $285)

• Apple AirPods Max 2 — $479 $549 (save $70) ✅

• Bowers & Wilkins Limited Edition Px8 — $479 $749 (save $300)

Best earbuds deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) ✅ $249 at Amazon
$299 Save $50   Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) earbuds.

The Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds are some of the best I've tried, but even at their sale price, they're a hefty investment. While the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds don't quite match up in sound quality, they still have some of the best noise cancellation available, and are the most comfortable earbuds I've ever tried. For $249 (normally $299), or roughly $17 less, they're the deal to beat this Prime Day.

More earbuds deals

• Anker Soundcore P30i — $23.69 $39.99 (save $16.30) ✅

• SoundPEATS C30 — $27.34 $39.99 (save $12.65)

• SoundPEATS Air5 Pro — $47.49 $79.99 (save $32.50)

• JBL Tune Buds — $39.95 $99.95 (save $60)

• JBL Vibe Beam 2 — $41.99 $64.95 (save $22.96)

• Skullcandy Method 360 — $75.99 $129.99 (save $54)

• Marshall Minor IV — $89.99 $159.99 (save $70) ✅

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30) ✅

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $129 $179 (save $50) ✅

• Apple AirPods 4 with ANC — $148.99 $179 (save $30.01) ✅

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70) ✅

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $179.95 $249.99 (save $70.04) ✅

• Panasonic Technics EAH-AZ100 HiFi Earbuds — $219.99 $299.99 (save $80) ✅

• Sony WF-1000XM6 — $265.99 $329.99 (save $64) ✅

• Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 — $449 $499 (save $50)

Best open earbuds deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony LinkBuds Clip ✅ $179 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $50.99   Get Deal

Read our full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

Bose was the near-undisputed champion of open earbuds with top-notch sound — that is, until the Sony LinkBuds Clip came along. In my head-to-head testing of the earbuds, I found that while the Bose Ultra Open buds can get louder (an important feature in open earbuds), the clarity and detail of the sound in the Sony buds surpassed that of the Bose. Even though their price discrepancy is only $20 this Prime Day, the sub-$200 price point on the Sony earbuds is hard to pass up.

More open earbuds deals

• Soundcore C50i — $37.98 $69.99 (save $32.01)

• SoundPEATS PearlClip Pro — $39.89 $59.99 (save $20.10)

• SoundPEATS Clip1 — $45.19 $69.99 (save $24.80)

• Baseus Bowie MC2 — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30) ✅

• EarFun Clip 2 — $59.99 $99.99 (save $40)

• JVC Nearphones — $74.09 $119.95 (save $45.86)

• SHOKZ OpenDots One — $139.95 $199.95 (save $60) ✅

• Bose Ultra Open earbuds — $199 $299 (save $100) ✅

The best Prime Day earbud deals that are still live: Best Apple Deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 (save $70) Get Deal Best Bose Deal Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) $249 (save $50) Get Deal Best workout deal Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 $179.95 (save $70.04) Get Deal Best Sony deal Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 (save $51.99) Get Deal Best Budget Earbuds Nothing CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds $39 at Amazon (save $10) Get Deal Best Mid-Range Earbuds Apple AirPods 4 $99 (save $30) Get Deal

Amazon Prime Day is over (it officially ended on Friday, June 26), but some of the best wireless earbuds are still on sale for a little while longer. If you're still searching for the perfect pair of noise-cancelling earbuds for your next flight, open earbuds for training this summer, or just a cheap pair of buds to replace your lost AirPods, there's definitely a leftover deal waiting for you.

We've combed through the best Prime Day earbuds deals still live, tracking prices across retailers. As we head into the post-Prime Day weekend, we're still seeing discounts on the Apple AirPods Pro 3, the Sony XM6 noise-cancelling earbuds, as well as budget options like the Soundcore P30i earbuds. Once again, Prime Day (and the days after) is proving to be one of the best — if not the best — times to pick up a new pair of earbuds.

Below, we've rounded up all the best Prime Day wireless earbud deals you can still grab even though the sale is over.

Looking for over-ear headphones? Check out our guide to the best still-live Prime Day headphones deals. And be sure to follow along with all other categories and deals in Mashable's Prime Day hub as we track the best leftover sales.

Best Prime Day earbuds deal still live Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 at Walmart
$249 Save $50   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Apple AirPods Pro 3.

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 dropped down to a record low price of $179 ahead of Prime Day, but then the price dropped even lower before the sale's official start. According to the price tracker camelcamelcamel, the Pro 3 buds got down to $169 at Amazon, but in the final hours of the sale, that specific deal left. You can still find them for $179 and in stock at Amazon.

More Prime Day earbuds deals

• SoundPEATS C30 — $27.34 $39.99 (save $12.65)

• Anker Soundcore P31i Earbuds — $36.99 $59.99 (save $23)

• Nothing CMF Buds Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds — $39 $49 (save $10)

• SoundPEATS PearlClip Pro — $39.89 $59.99 (save $20.10)

• JBL Tune Buds — $39.95 $99.95 (save $60)

• JBL Endurance Peak 4 — $79.95 $129.95 (save $50)

• Beats Studio Buds + — $89.95 $169.95 (save $80)

• Marshall Minor IV — $89.99 $159.99 (save $70)

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $129 $179 (save $50)

• Nothing Ear (3) Wireless Earbuds — $135 $179 (save $44)

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $179.95 $249.99 (save $70.04)

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro — $199.49 $249.99 (save $50.50)

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) — $249 $299 (save $50)

• Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 — $449 $499 (save $50)

Best open earbuds deal after Prime Day Sony LinkBuds Clip $178 at Amazon
$229.99 Save $51.99   Get Deal at Amazon

Read our full review of the Sony LinkBuds Clip.

The Sony LinkBuds Clip give the ultra-popular Bose Ultra Open earbuds a run for their money. In my head-to-head testing of the two pairs of earbuds, I found that while the Bose buds generally lean louder, the Sony earbuds have a more detailed sound profile, making for an overall superior listening experience. They also have a longer battery life, delivering nine hours per charge, while the Bose earbuds deliver seven.

More open earbuds deals

• JBL Soundgear Clips — $94.95 $149.95 (save $55)

• JBL Endurance Zone — $119.95 $179.95 (save $60)

• Bose Ultra Open — $199 $299 (save $100)

A quick look at the best Prime Day deals still live: Best Apple deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $279 at Amazon (save $120) Get Deal Best headphones deal Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones $198 at Amazon (save $201.99) Get Deal Best earbuds deal Apple AirPods Pro 3 $179 at Amazon (save $70) Get Deal Best Competitor Deal Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker $179 at Walmart (save $120) Get Deal New price drop! LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV $1,099.99 at Amazon (save $297) Get Deal Best Deal Under $10 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select $19.99 with code FTVSELECT (save $20) Get Deal Best Power Station Deal Anker Solix C1000 Portable Power Station, 1,800W $399.99 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best Open Earbuds Deal Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $199 at Amazon (save $100) Get Deal Best post-Prime Day Gaming Deal Nintendo Switch 2 'Choose Your Game' bundle $499 at Amazon (1 game included with purchase) Get Deal

Prime Day 2026 is officially in the rearview mirror, folks. The sale wrapped up at 2:59 a.m. ET on Friday, June 26, but if you thought you missed your chance, you're in luck. A surprising number of discounts are still live for the weekend, including price drops on Apple, Bose, DJI, Dyson, and Samsung products. As of this writing, even the top Prime Day deals on 65-inch OLED TVs are still live.

Note that Apple recently announced price increases on MacBooks and iPads, so taking advantage of these lingering lower prices is a smart move while you still can. (MacBooks are almost completely sold out at Amazon already.)

SEE ALSO: The 55+ best Prime Day tech deals, chosen by a tech editor on a tight budget

We're also tracking prices at alternative Prime Day sales from Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and beyond, so we'll be sure to point you toward the lowest possible price, even if it's not at Amazon. And as per usual, we're using price-tracking tools like camelcamelcamel to separate the great deals from the great pretenders. Finally, you can follow our live blog for the most up-to-date price drops, news, and stock alerts, or check out our Prime Day hub for all of our coverage.

Deals marked with a ✅ are Mashable editor favorites, and deals marked with a 🔥 are at an all-time low price.

Best Prime Day Apple deal Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) ✅ 🔥 $279 at Amazon
$399 Save $120   Get Deal

We're obviously still hunting for the best lingering Apple deals this weekend, and right now, the entire Apple Watch lineup is sitting at some of its lowest prices. That means you can save $120 on the Apple Watch Series 11, a Mashable Choice product. In his review, Mashable's Stan Schroeder said, "the Apple Watch Series 11 isn't all that different from last year's model, but it has a significantly longer battery life, and that's a huge deal." It's never been cheaper before.

• Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 44mm) — $229 $279 (save $50) ✅ 🔥

• Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) — $279 $399 (save $120) ✅ 🔥

• Apple Watch Ultra 3 (GPS + Cellular) — $649 $799 (save $150) ✅

AirPods deals

• Apple AirPods 4 — $99 $129 (save $30)

• Apple AirPods Pro 3 — $179 $249 (save $70) ✅

iPad deals

Please note: Apple increased iPad prices on June 25. As a result, many Prime Day iPad deals are sold out.

• Apple iPad (A16, WiFi, 128GB) — $299 $449 (save $150) — Almost sold out!

• Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, 128GB, WiFi) — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) — $769.99 $899 (save $130) — Almost sold out!

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M5, WiFi, 256GB) — $1,199 $1,299 (save $100)

• Apple iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 512GB) — $1,319 $1,499 (save $180)

MacBook deals

Please note: Apple increased MacBook prices on June 25. As a result, most MacBooks are now sold out at Amazon; however, you can still find select configurations of the MacBook Neo at Best Buy and Walmart.

• Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) — $949.99 $1,299 (save $349.01 at Costco, no membership required)

• Apple MacBook Air, 15-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 512B SSD) — $1,149 $1,499 (save $350) — Almost sold out!

• Apple MacBook Pro, 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD) — $1,549 $1,999 (save $450) — Almost sold out!

Best Prime Day headphones deal Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones ✅ 🔥 $198 at Amazon
$399.99 Save $201.99   Get Deal

The best lingering deal on headphones goes to the Sony WH-1000XM5s, an older pair of flagship cans that we still love and recommend. "They [have] unbeatable ANC and sound for the money, and even in 2026, they sound shockingly good," writes Bethany Allard, our resident headphones expert. Normally $399.99, they're still available for $198 — 50% off, and their lowest price ever.

More headphones deals

• Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones — $33 $69.99 (save $36) ✅

• Sony WH-CH720N — $81.95 $179.99 (save $98.04) 🔥

• Beats Solo 4 Wireless Headphones — $99.95 $199.95 (save $100)

• Beats Studio Pro Headphones — $132.05 at Walmart $349.99 (save $217.94) 🔥

• Bose QuietComfort Headphones — $179 $359 (save $180) ✅

• Sennheiser Momentum 4 — $177.95 $299.99 (save $122.04) 🔥

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 1) — $365 $429 (save $64) ✅

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) — $369 $449 (save $80)

• Sony WH-1000XM6 — $378 $459.99 (save $81.99) ✅ 🔥

More earbuds deals

• Sony WF-C510 — $48 $69.99 (save $21.99)

• Beats Studio Buds + — $89.95 $169.95 (save $80) 🔥

• Bose QuietComfort Earbuds — $129 $179 (save $50) ✅

• Beats Powerbeats Fit — $159.95 $199.95 (save $40)

• Soundcore Sleep A30 Special — $168.99 $229.99 (save $61) ✅

• Sony LinkBuds Clip Open Earbuds — $178 $229.99 (save $51.99) ✅ 🔥

• Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — $179.95 $249.99 (save $70.04) 🔥

• Bose Ultra Open Earbuds — $199 $299 (save $100) 🔥

• Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50) 🔥

• Panasonic Technics AZ100 — $234.99 $299.99 (save $65) ✅

Best Prime Day DJI deal Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Mini 3 🔥 $269 at Amazon
$419 Save $150   Get Deal

DJI's entire fleet of gadgets is still on sale, and this deal on its DJI Mini 3 is a standout. Amazon has it discounted to $269, or 36% off — its lowest price ever. (It was $30 more expensive during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in March.) This lightweight entry-level drone can shoot 4K video and fly for almost 40 minutes on a single charge.

Keep in mind that, thanks to the U.S. drone ban and DJI's problems with the FCC, the company's drones and new releases are sold through third-party sellers on Amazon. Not only that, but now that we're mostly through Prime Day, many DJI drones are out of stock.

More DJI drone deals

• DJI Neo — $139 $199 (save $60) 🔥

• DJI Mini 4K — $209 $299 (save $90)

• DJI Mini 4K Fly More Combo — $293.55 $449 (save $155.45)

• DJI Mini 3 (DJI RC) — $339 $549 (save $210)

• DJI Mini 3 Fly More Combo (DJI RC) — $449 $719 (save $270)

DJI camera deals

• DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo — $169 $229 (save $60) 🔥

• DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Essential Combo — $288 $339 (save $51)

• DJI Osmo 360 Camera — $357.47 $467 (save $109.53) 🔥

• DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo — $512 $629 (save $117) ✅

DJI creator tools on sale

• DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) — $79 $99 (save $20) ✅ 🔥

• DJI Osmo 7P Gimbal Stabilizer — $99 $129 (save $30) ✅

• DJI Mic 2 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) — $199 $269 (save $70)

• DJI Mic 3 (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case) — $219 $329 (save $110) 🔥

Best Prime Day kitchen deal Opens in a new window Credit: Ninja Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker $190.07 at Amazon
$219.99 Save $29.92   Get Deal

The Ninja Creami ice cream maker is a cult favorite, and also a personal favorite of our shopping team. Mashable reporter Samantha Mangino called this appliance a lot of fun in her review, and a sweltering hot summer is exactly the right time to try it. Grab one while it's on sale and discover why TikTok is still obsessed with this device.

More kitchen deals

• Cuisinart 2.6-Quart Air Fryer — $59.95 $89.95 (save $30)

• Ninja Blast Max Portable Blender — $69.95 $99.99 (save $30.04)

• Nutribullet Pro+ Personal Blender, 1,200W — $74.99 $134.99 (save $60) ✅

• Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Maker — $107 $179.95 (save $72.95)

• Ninja Pod and Grounds Single Serve Coffee Maker — $99.98 $129.99 (save $30.01)

• Black+Decker Ice Cream Maker — $169.99 $219.99 (save $50)

• Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide Machine — $142.45 $249.95 (save $107.70) 🔥

• Ninja Foodi 10-Quart 6-in-1 DualZone Smart XL Air Fryer — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80) ✅

• Ninja Combi All-in-One Multicooker, Oven, and Air Fryer — $179.95 $249.99 (save $70.04)

• Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker — $179 at Walmart $299 (save $120) ✅ 🔥

• Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Air Fryer — $249.95 $299.99 (save $50.04) ✅

• Vitamix Propel Series 750 Blender, 1,500W — $449.95 $629.95 (save $180) ✅

• GE Profile Opal Ultra Nugget Ice Maker — $417.99 $549 (save $131.01)

• Ninja Woodfire Pro Connect XL Outdoor Grill and Smoker — $399.98 $499.99 (save $100.01)

• Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine — $499.95 $692.99 (save $193.04)

Best Prime Day home deal Opens in a new window Credit: Aiper Aiper Scuba S1 Robotic Smart Pool Cleaner 🔥 $549 at Amazon
$899.99 Save $350.99 New release Get Deal

Aiper's new S1 is a smart robot pool cleaner, and it is currently the No. 1 new release in its category at Amazon. That might have something to do with its extended weekend discount. For a little while longer, you can save 39% on this device, which is designed to keep your pool clean. This home robot features 11 different sensors, and you can control it directly via the Aiper app.

More Prime Day home deals

• Waterdrop PT-07B Water Filter Pitcher — $17.99 $19.99 (save $2)

• X-Sense Smoke Detector Carbon Monoxide Detector Combo (SC07) — $35.99 $39.99 (save $4)

• Solo Stove Mesa XL — $81.99 $99.99 (save $18)

• Shark ChillPill 3-in-1 Personal Fan — $129.99 $149.99 (save $20) ✅ 🔥

• Birdbuddy PRO Solar smart bird feeder — $239 $299 (save $60) ✅

• Shark NeverChange HP152 Air Purifier — $169.99 $249.99 (save $80)

• Kiwibit Smart Bird Feeder with Camera — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50)

• Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium — $209.99 $259.99 (save $50)

• Waterdrop C1H Countertop Reverse Osmosis System — $249 $279 (save $50)

Best Prime Day speaker deal Opens in a new window Credit: Bose Bose Soundlink Flex Bluetooth Speaker 🔥 $99 at Amazon
$149 Save $50   Get Deal

Bose offered some seriously solid price drops during the main event, and luckily, a few of those discounts are still hanging around for the weekend. You can still grab up to 50% off select headphones and 34% off Bluetooth speakers — including the Soundlink Flex. We've actually reviewed the Soundlink lineup here at Mashable, and the Flex is a waterproof, portable speaker that delivers clear, loud sound without hogging space in your bag. It's a very practical plus-one for whatever summer plans you've got left.

More speaker deals

• JBL Go 4 — $39.95 $49.95 (save $10)

• Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 — $74 $99.99 (save $25.99) ✅

• Ultimate Ears Miniroll Ultra — $49.99 $79.99 (save $30) 🔥

• Sony ULT Field 1 — $78 $139.99 ($61.99)

• Bose Soundlink Plus — $179 $269 (save $90) ✅ 🔥

• Marshall Acton III — $179.99 $299.99 (save $120)

• Sonos Era 100 — $179 $219 (save $40)

• Sony PS-LX3BT Wireless Bluetooth Turntable — $248 $348 (save $100) ✅ 🔥

• Bose SoundLink Max — $279 $399 (save $120) 🔥

Best Prime Day TV deal Opens in a new window Credit: LG LG C5 Series 65-inch OLED 4K Smart TV ✅ 🔥 $1,099.99 at Amazon
$1,396.99 Save $297 New price drop! Get Deal

During the actual Prime Day event, we were pointing folks toward the discount on the Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED TV. But thanks to an extra $100 price drop on the LG C5 Series OLED TV that carried over into the weekend, we have a new top TV pick. LG's C Series models feature bright, crisp displays, and this 65-inch version is currently sitting at its lowest recorded price.

More TV deals

• Hisense 43-inch S5 DécoTV Series — $299.99 $349.99 (save $50) 🔥

• Insignia 50-inch LED 4K Smart Fire TV — $159.99 $299.99 (save $140)

• Samsung The Frame 55-inch QLED Art TV — $697.99 $1,097.99 (save $400) ✅ 🔥

• Roku 65-inch QLED 4K TV — $349.99 $449.99 (save $100) 🔥

• Hisense 65-inch E6 Series QLED 4K Fire TV — $379.99 $478 (save $98.01)

• Hisense 65-inch S7 CanvasTV — $849.99 $1,299.99 (save $400) ✅ 🔥

• Hisense 65-inch U7 ULED 4K Google TV — $849.99 $1,499.99 (save $650) 🔥

• Samsung 65-inch S90F OLED 4K TV — $1,197.99 $1,697.99 (save $500) ✅ 🔥

• TCL QM64L Series 75-inch QLED 4K TV — $749.99 $999.99 (save $250) 🔥 — Almost sold out!

Soundbar deals

• TCL S55H 2.1 Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer — $99.99 $159.99 (save $60) 🔥

• Sony HT-S400 2.1ch Soundbar — $198 $299.99 (save $101.99)

• Yamaha True X Bar 50A Dolby Atmos Soundbar — $284.95 $299.95(save $15)

• Bose Smart Dolby Atmos Soundbar — $399 $549 (save $150)

• Samsung Q990F 11.1.4ch Q Series Subwoofer + Rear Speaker — $997.99 $1,997.99 (save $250) 🔥

Projector deals

• XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Portable Projector — $569 $709 (save $140)

• XGIMI MoGo 4 Laser Projector Outdoor Collection — $636 $779 (save $143)

• XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K Projector — $698.97 $899 (save $200.03) 🔥

Best Prime Day robot vacuum deal Opens in a new window Credit: Eufy Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop 🔥 $449.99 at Amazon
$799.99 Save $350   Get Deal

Mashable's resident vacuum guru, Leah Stodart, named the Eufy C28 Robot Vacuum and Mop the best affordable vacuum-and-mop combo. Despite its budget price, Stodart says it's the most heavy-duty robot mop you'll find, delivering spotless cleans. Get the Eufy C28 for just $449.99. That's the vacuum's lowest price ever, offering $350 in savings.

More robot vacuum and mop combo deals

• 3i G10+ — $199.99 $249.99 (save $50) ✅

• Dreame L10s Ultra Gen 2 — $399.99 $589.99 (save $190)

• Roborock Qrevo S Pro — $449.99 $699.99 (save $250)

• Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni — $549.99 $899.99 (save $350)

• Dreame X60 Max Ultra Complete — $1,344.99 $1,699.99 (save $355) ✅ 🔥

More vacuum deals

• Shark IZ363HT Cordless Vacuum — $199.99 $349.99 (save $150)

• Shark PowerDetect Ultra-Light Corded Stick Vacuum — $229.99 $329.99 (save $100)

• Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Stick Vacuum — $479.99 at Dyson $729.99 (save $250) ✅

Best Prime Day Lego deal Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon $67.99 at Walmart
$84.99 Save $17   Get Deal at Walmart Get Deal at Amazon

No guide to the best Prime Day deals would be complete without some great offers on Lego. And according to our biggest Lego nerds, this is the top discount of the sale so far.

We love Star Wars Lego sets, and the Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon is down to $67.99, down from $84.99. That's a 20% discount! And if you're looking for more Lego sets, check out our complete guide to the best Prime Day Lego deals.

More Lego deals

• Lego Lotus Flower — $7.79 $14.99 (save $7.20) 🔥

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

• Lego Botanicals Mini Orchid — $23.95 $29.99 (save $6.04) 🔥

• Lego Botanicals Plum Blossom — $23.99 $29.99 (save $60)

• Lego Creator 3-in-1 Colorful Hummingbird — $23.99 $29.99 (save $6)

• Lego Botanicals Flowering Cactus — $24.40 $34.99 (save $10.59) ✅

• Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box — $33.49 $49.99 (save $15.51) ✅

• Lego Botanicals Bonsai Tree — $39.98 $49.99 (save $10.01)

• Lego Botanicals Tiny Plants — $39.99 $49.99 (save $10)

Best Prime Day fitness tracker deal Oura Ring 4 ✅ 🔥 $214.70 at Amazon
$349 Save $134.30   Get Deal at Amazon

Multiple Mashable team members have tested (and loved) the Oura Ring 4. While it's recently been replaced by the slightly thinner Oura Ring 5, we're big fans of this smart ring. One of our former reporters even wore this ring while training for and then running the New York City marathon.

More fitness tracker deals

Note: For Apple Watch deals, scroll back to the Apple section of this story.

• Fitbit Inspire 3 — $66.45 $99.95 (save $33.50) 🔥

• Fitbit Charge 6 — $85.45 $159.95 (save $74.50) 🔥

• Garmin vívoactive 5 — $189.99 $299.99 (save $110)

• Whoop 5.0/MG — $199 + free 12-month Whoop membership $239 (save $40) ✅

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 — $229.99 $349.99 (save $120)

• Garmin epix Pro — $593.49 $999.99 (save $406.50)

• Garmin Venu X1 — $599.99 $697 (save $97.01)

• Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED — $749.99 $999.99 (save $150) 🔥

Best free Prime Day deal Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Audible Standard Free for 3 months + $20 credit Get Deal

Amazon almost always offers free limited-time subscriptions to its own services, like Audible, Kindle Unlimited, and Amazon Music Unlimited. This year, its Audible deal is the best lingering Prime Day freebie you can get. New and returning subscribers get three free months of an Audible Standard subscription, plus a free $20 credit to spend on audiobooks.

More free (or almost free Prime Day deals)

• Kindle Unlimited — 3 months free

• Amazon Music Unlimited — 4 months free

• $15 Amazon credit — Spend $50, get $15 credit on household essentials

Best Prime Day streaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: HBO HBO Max Save 40% on annual subscriptions Get Deal

If you've been feeling left out of the House of the Dragon or Hacks hype, this is easily the best week of the year to sign up for HBO Max — it even beats Black Friday, in terms of how many tiers get the discount. The HBO Max deal makes annual subscriptions 40% cheaper than usual. Pay $78.99 for a year of the Basic With Ads tier, $132.99 for a year of the Standard tier, or $164.99 for a year of the Premium tier.

More streaming deals

• AMC+ Premium (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $10/month)

• Apple TV (Prime Video add-on) — $5.99/month for 2 months $12.99/month (save $7/month) ✅

• BBC Select (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $5.99/month (save $5/month)

• BritBox (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $10.99/month (save $10/month)

• Crunchyroll Fan (Prime Video add-on) — $59.99/year $99.99/year (save $40)

• MGM+ (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $7/month) ✅

• Paramount+ Premium (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months (save $26)

• PBS Kids (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $4.99/month (save $4/month)

• Shudder (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $7.99/month (save $7/month)

• Starz (Prime Video add-on) — $0.99/month for 2 months $12.99/month (save $12/month)

Best Prime Day gaming deal Opens in a new window Credit: Nintendo Nintendo Switch 2 'Choose Your Game' Bundle $499 at Amazon
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This Nintendo Switch 2 bundle isn't technically a Prime Day deal, but that just means you still have plenty of time to take advantage of it. The Switch 2 console is set to get a price hike in September, and this bundle is the best way to save a little money on the gaming system. You can bundle one of three popular Nintendo games with the Switch 2, helping you save about $30.

More Prime Day gaming deals

• 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller — $53.99 $69.99 (save $16)

• SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X Gaming Headset — $75.99 $109.99 (save $34)

• Sony INZONE H9 Gaming Headset — $168 $379.99 (save $161.99) ✅

• Samsung Odyssey 32-inch G55C — $189.99 $329.99 (save $140)

• Nex Playground + 12-Month Play Pass Bundle — $328 $388 (save $60) ✅

• Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle — $499

• Samsung G8 OLED 4K Gaming Monitor, 32 inches — $799 $1,249.99 (save $450) ✅

Still haven't found what you're looking for? Check out our Prime Day 2026 live blog, where we're providing real-time updates on the latest deals, inventory changes, and competitor sales.

UPDATE: Jun. 27, 2026, 11:00 a.m. EDT We've updated this guide with the latest deals still live after Prime Day 2026.

If there's one thing Twitch CEO Dan Clancy wants people to know about what makes Twitch special, it's that the live streaming site is all about community.

"Social media, interestingly, has become anti-social," Clancy said during a fireside chat titled, Why Live is the Future of Connection: From Passive Scrolling to Real Connection at VidCon 2026. "It started as a technology that connected us with people, but now sitting and swiping actually leaves you a little more isolated. It doesn't make you feel connected, and that's why live is coming on strong now."

So what is it about Twitch that fosters community? According to Clancy, the platform encourages people to stay with their streamer for longer than the seconds they might spend with someone on TikTok. When a streamer takes some time off, their audience notices their absence in a way they might not with a TikTok creator. And then there's the magic of reacting to the same content with the rest of the chat in real-time.

Dan Clancy on stage at VidCon 2026. Credit: Bethany Allard / Mashable

"People often think sports are about watching the world's best athletes. It's not about that at all. It's about community, right? It's about shared identity," he said during the talk. "Twitch actually is the same thing where the affinity that you're gathering around is a streamer, but then you form these bonds horizontally, so the same thing that happens in sports is exactly what happens on Twitch."

Still, creating community can come with its challenges.

Creator discoverability on Twitch is lacking, but that might change

Clancy encouraged creators to use more than one platform, noting that Twitch content often finds its way onto other platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

"Use short form for discovery [and] use long form to build an emotional connection and to earn a living," Clancy said during his talk.

Still, smaller- to midsize streamers have long struggled with a lack of discoverability on the platform itself, as it doesn't push algorithmic recommendations nearly as aggressively as YouTube or TikTok. Clancy told Mashable that's by design.

SEE ALSO: YouTube adds more TikTok-like features to Shorts

"If I said, I'm going to solve the discovery problem, the only way I could fully solve it is by taking them off your page, putting more stuff on your page to distract them, more stuff to get them away from you. And that is exactly what our creators don't want," Clancy said.

Still, he acknowledged a desire for some kind of fix. He shared that Twitch is working on bringing short-form content to the platform in a way that makes sense, by investing in a feature called Recaps. Clancy described it as an evolution of Twitch's existing story feature, intended to show users clips from recent streams that the streamer selects after going live.

"I think the thing that will benefit our creators the most is if the creators are able to easily create short form and viewers are watching it more on Twitch," he said to Mashbale.

How generative AI fits into the Twitch ecosystem

During his talk on stage, Clancy responded to concerns about AI, saying that while Twitch has a plan in place if AI channels run more rampant, for the time being, it's limited to a handful that are clearly identifiable as AI, and in his opinion, not engaging enough to hold a viewer's attention for the same amount of time as a human creator can.

When speaking to Mashable, Clancy also pointed to the ways AI can be leveraged to improve the viewer experience, saying a large language model could improve upon the existing AutoMod feature, which automatically flags and holds potentially inappropriate messages in a streamer's chat.

The creators of Twitch are growing beyond gamers

At its core, Twitch is an entertainment platform. While traditionally that was rooted in gaming, over the years it's become more and more common for artists, musicians, actors, and even animal sanctuaries to find a home on the platform. Clancy said the shift in the user base over time has been like "night and day."

"Now, when I meet an actor, musician, almost 70 percent of the time when they hear I'm the CEO of Twitch, they go, 'Oh, yeah, I've been thinking I should do something.'"

Safety concerns ahead of the next TwitchCon

Community, however, doesn't work without safety. Last year, Twitch faced backlash after streamer Emiru was assaulted at last year's TwitchCon. Prior to the convention's start, major streamers like Hasan Piker, Valkyrae, and QTCinderella said they would not be attending the conference due to safety concerns. Ahead of this year's conference, Clancy assured that Twitch has measures in place to prevent any future incidents.

"We've updated how we do meet and greets so that they're more structured. We don't allow signups on the day of; you have to reserve a spot. So that restricts it a little bit, but it restricts us in a way to protect the creators," he told Mashable. "So I feel very confident about where we're at right now, in terms of our ability to make sure something like that doesn't happen again."

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If you're starting to get a sense of déjà vu over Trump tariff headlines, you're not alone.

For the second time this month, President Donald Trump has threatened a 100 percent tariff on European goods to pressure foreign nations to back off on digital service taxes imposed on American tech companies operating overseas.

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Trump posted the threat to Truth Social, writing:

“Numerous European Countries have been discussing the imminent implementation of a Digital Services Tax on American Companies. Some of these Countries are close to actually doing this. Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America. This TARIFF will supersede Trade Deals made with the Country, whether implemented, signed, or not. Additionally, the 100% TARIFF will be immediately imposed, if they proceed. Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

Earlier this month, the President specifically threatened to impose tariffs on French wine imports unless the country dropped a standing 3 percent levy on local revenue generated by tech companies like Apple and Google. Trump reportedly delivered the threat directly to outgoing French President Emmanuel Macron before the international G7 summit.

So far, only Canada has caved to Trump's ongoing digital service tariff tactic, dropping their levy last year. But the Trump administration has since lost some strength in the global arena, experts say, following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to curb Trump's power to issue reciprocal tariffs.

Two weeks after the Trump administration forced Anthropic to pull its most powerful AI models, the government has partially lifted the block with some strings attached.

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The US government has allowed Anthropic to restore access to Claude Mythos 5 for more than 100 American companies and government agencies, according to Semafor, marking a significant de-escalation in a tense standoff between the Trump administration and one of the AI industry's most prominent labs.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick informed Anthropic in a letter Friday that adequate safeguards were in place to permit access for a defined list of trusted partners, Semafor reported. Lutnick also noted that Anthropic has committed to working with the government on future model protocols and releases.

The partial restoration comes roughly two weeks after the administration issued export controls ordering Anthropic to suspend all access to both Mythos 5 and Claude Fable 5 — its publicly available counterpart — for any foreign nationals, including Anthropic's own employees.

In our reporting on the pull-down, the government cited national security concerns without providing specifics. While Anthropic said it believed officials had been shown a method to jailbreak Fable 5, the company characterized the vulnerabilities as relatively minor and noted other models could surface the same issues.

Fable 5 remains offline for now. Semafor reports that people close to the talks say a path toward restoring it is taking shape, but no timeline has been confirmed.