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How to Archive Apps on Android and Reclaim Your Precious Storage

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 16:00

Your phone is likely packed with appssome you use daily, others collecting digital dust. All that clutter eats up precious storage. Thats where app archiving comes in: a simple, hassle-free way to free up space without deleting anything permanently.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Is Mercury in retrograde? Yes, but theres a catch.

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 15:49

Mercury is a little-known, still mysterious world.

But one thing is certain. Mercury, the closest planet to the sun, can't actually travel backward in retrograde, and doesn't impact us on Earth. The notion of Mercury retrograde, a common reference in astrology wherein communication and travel are temporarily impaired, can, of course, be a fun musing. The event occurs when Mercury appears to start traveling the opposite direction in the sky.

But this is perceptive trickery. Mercury retrograde is apparent motion, such as when you pass a speeding car on the highway and it appears that car is moving backward. It's not an exceptional, or momentous, event.

"There's nothing unusual about it," Tansu Daylan, a physicist at Washington University in St. Louis who leads NASA telescope observations, told Mashable.

SEE ALSO: NASA scientist viewed first Voyager images. What he saw gave him chills.

It happens so regularly — three or four times a year — that some people easily associate events like misunderstandings or travel woes with the event. "People are actively searching for connections," Daylan said. It most recently started again on Nov. 25, 2024.

What causes Mercury retrograde

From our perspective, the planets, including Mercury, move west to east across the night sky, relative to the stars. Greek and Roman astronomers, in fact, referred to planets as "wandering stars."

If you, hypothetically, could look down on the sun from above, you would see the planets orbiting counterclockwise. This creates the easterly movement, from our perch on Earth. But this changes when two planets become aligned as they orbit the sun, Daylan emphasized. Then, an inner planet (Mercury) moves faster than an outer planet (like Earth), resulting in "apparent retrograde motion" — apparent because Mercury, speeding around our star at over 100,000 mph, does not suddenly start traveling backwards.

The NASA graphic below illustrates apparent retrograde motion, using Mars and Earth. A planet's appearance in the sky can change when planets align or one "overtakes" another, but the actual orbits don't change.

A depiction of apparent retrograde motion. Credit: NASA Mercury's southern hemisphere, as captured by NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft. Credit: NASA / Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Carnegie Institution of Washington

Mercury retrograde lasts for a few weeks at a time, so don't be surprised to hear how it's connected to a multitude of events.

Though we know Mercury's orbit isn't doing anything strange in our solar system throughout the year, it will remain a world of mysteries. It's a planet that's difficult to observe from Earth, because of its proximity to the sun. "That means it can be spotted only briefly shortly before sunrise and just after sunset, and always appears close to the horizon," the European Space Agency explains. What's more, it's extremely challenging to reach — any spacecraft endeavoring there must contend with the sun's overpowering gravity. That's why Mercury is the least visited of the other inner planets. And, it's precarious to get too close to Mercury because the searing planet's surface, hot enough to melt lead, radiates heat into space. The ongoing BepiColombo mission, a joint European and Japanese endeavor, is designed to resist these extremes as it makes unprecedented flybys.

Planetary scientists hope to soon answer many questions about Mercury: Is there water? Is it geologically active? How did it get so close to the sun?

But, at least, its strange apparent motion is well understood.

"There's nothing fancy about it," Daylan said.

This story has been updated with more information about Mercury retrograde.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Is Microsoft Using Your Word Documents to Train AI?

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 15:43

People are increasingly worried about how AI affects them. Will our jobs become obsolete? Are we constantly being tracked online and in the real world? Most recently, people have raised concerns about whether our creative and professional work is being used to train large language models.

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In-Store vs. Online Black Friday Shopping: Which Is Best?

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 14:30

Black Friday and Cyber Monday often offer the best technology deals of the year, and it's sometimes worth putting in the effort to get big discounts on big ticket items. However, should you brave real-world stores, or stick to the safety of your web browser?

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This Is Why I Switched to Xfce for Linux Mint on My Older Laptop

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 14:00

Linux is a great operating system for older computers. The open source operating system requires far fewer resources than Windows or macOS, and is thus a great way to breathe new life into an old laptop. However, sometimes when using Linux Mint, you may still run into some issues.

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See the best Black Friday TV deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 13:45

We all know that you can find low prices on TVs, laptops, headphones, speakers, and so much more during Black Friday. It's the busiest time of the year for online shopping, so of course you're going to find a lot of discounts on top products. That much is clear.

But which deals take priority over Black Friday? Where can shoppers find the greatest value?

SEE ALSO: Amazon's Black Friday TV deals aren't really hitting, but there are some highlights

You could make a solid case that Apple deals are the top dogs over Black Friday. Apple doesn't tend to offer discounts, so Black Friday is the best opportunity for Apple fanatics to stock up for less. It's a strong argument, but it's not going to convince us that TV deals aren't the biggest stars of this busy shopping period. A lot of products shine bright over these hectic weeks, but TV deals reign supreme.

And the good news is that there are already absolutely loads of Black Friday TV deals to consider. You can save on small budget-friendly models, huge splash-the-cash sets, and everything in between. And to save you some time over Black Friday, we have checked out everything on offer and lined up a selection of standout TV deals to get you started.

These are the best TV deals this Black Friday.

The best Black Friday TV deals at Amazon

43-inch TVs

50- to 55-inch TVs

65-inch TVs

75-inch TVs and up

The best Black Friday TV deals at Best Buy

43-inch to 50-inch TVs

55-inch TVs

65-inch TVs

75-inch TVs and up

The best Black Friday TV deals at Walmart

43-inch TVs

50- to 55-inch TVs

65-inch TVs

70-inch TVs and up

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Black Friday deals Amazon vs. Walmart: Comparing the best sales

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 13:21

Black Friday is an awesome opportunity to pick up all the products on your wishlist at reduced rates. But it can also be pretty exhausting.

You can find deals on just about everything from leading retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and Home Depot. That's great news for the savvy shoppers out there with a plan of attack. But most people don't have everything mapped out. Most people are frantically scanning the many Black Friday sales for something of actual value. At this point, it's OK to ask for help.

SEE ALSO: Best Buy is treating most of November like Black Friday

Amazon and Walmart go hard for Black Friday, but which retailer actually offers the best deals on the most popular categories? We've done the hard work for you and checked out everything on offer from Amazon and Walmart, and lined up a selection of standout deals for your consideration. With only a handful of the very best deals to consider, it's easy to see which retailer comes out on top in each category.

These are the best Black Friday deals from Amazon and Walmart.

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Conan OBriens argument about the Oscars with his podcast co-hosts escalates hilariously

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:50

Conan O'Brien is hosting the 2025 Oscars, and his Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast co-hosts, Sona Movsesian and Matt Gourley, want in.

In the clip above O'Brien sees what they can offer him, quickly dismissing Gourley before agreeing to give Movsesian "the first 40 minutes" of the show to do some different accents.

"I'm pretty sure I don't have to clear this with anybody at the Academy," O'Brien says. "My feeling is they gave me the keys to the whole show, that's my guess. So I guess what I say goes. So you're going to be the first 40 minutes."

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The Fitbit Charge 6 has hit its lowest-ever price for Black Friday

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:50

SAVE $60: As of Nov. 26, the Fitbit Charge 6 is down to $99.95 in Amazon's Black Friday sale. This is 38% off its list price of $159.95.

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There's an abundance of smartwatch and fitness tracker deals that pop up during Black Friday. If you've been looking to invest in the latter to help step up your fitness game ahead of the new year, Fitbit's got plenty of options on sale right now. This includes a great discount on the Fitbit Charge 6.

Currently, the Fitbit Charge 6 is discounted to $99.95 in Amazon's Black Friday sale. This is 38% off its list price of $159.95. Every color is marked down as well, so you can have your pick of the black, red, or white band. Not to mention, this also marks its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel, making for some spectacular seasonal savings.

SEE ALSO: Fitbits and Apple Watches are both on sale for Black Friday. Which should you buy?

As far as fitness trackers go, Fitbit Charge 6 has it all. It features over 40 exercise modes alongside a heart rate monitor, sleep tracking, and a built-in GPS. On top of that, it's also water resistant up to 50 meters and has a massive seven-day-long battery life. With its slim design that fits nicely on a wrist, it's an activity tracker that's built to keep up with your daily activities.

Don't miss out on this all-time low price drop for the Fitbit Charge 6 at Amazon.

Black Friday deals like this one are only just beginning. In the lead-up to the official day, Best Buy, Walmart, and Target are also throwing their own respective sale events with discounts on a wide range of tech. If you're looking for even more fitness tracker or smartwatch deals, it's worth having a look at them, too.

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iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max + AutoWash Dock Review: A Complicated Cleaner

How-To Geek - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:00

The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max + AutoWash Dock fixes the one thing missing from the companys last high-end cleaning robot. Instead of manually rinsing the mopping pad, this new dock can do it automatically. Unfortunately, the AutoWash feature cant compensate for other disappointments.

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Your favorite shutterbug is going to lose it over this teeny tiny keychain camera

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:00

TL;DR: This Retro Mini Keychain Camera is tiny, fully functional, and on sale for $44.99 (reg. $90). 

Sometimes, the best gifts aren’t the most expensive—they’re the most fun. That’s exactly what the Mini Keychain Camera delivers. This tiny device packs big retro vibes, and it could be just the right stocking stuffer for your favorite shutterbug. Bonus: it's only $44.99 (reg. $90). 

Small, fun, affordable

At just under two inches in size, the Keychain Camera is perfectly portable. Attach it to your keyring or slip it into your pocket, and you’re ready to capture spontaneous moments wherever you go. With its simple setup and intuitive controls, it’s ideal for anyone who loves snapping quick photos or shooting short videos without fussing over complicated settings.

There's so much charm in this little camera, and a lot of that comes from the classic design and nostalgic aesthetic it creates with every snap of the shutter. The photos and videos it captures have a distinctly vintage quality, perfect for adding a touch of analog warmth to your digital memories. Whether you’re documenting a cozy afternoon with friends or a walk through your favorite city, the Mini Keychain Camera transforms everyday moments into something special.

Despite its light weight, this camera is a heavy hitter. It records in HD 1080p resolution and offers up to an hour of video time or several hours of photo-taking on a single charge. Don't worry, the camera is rechargeable. No need to wrap another box of batteries.

If you’re shopping for a stocking stuffer or a unique gadget for the holidays, the Mini Keychain Camera is a surefire hit, and it's on sale, but supplies may not last. 

Don't wait to get a Retro Mini Keychain Camera for just $44.99.

Retro Mini Keychain Camera with 64GB Memory Card - $44.99

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A gift theyll toast all year long

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:00

TL;DR: An early Black Friday win: the F1 Smart Brewer Bundle is just $599.99 (reg. $899) for a limited time.

This holiday season, skip the socks and candles. Instead, give the ultimate crowd-pleaser: the F1 All-in-One Automated Craft Beverage Brewer Bundle. Perfect for the craft beer enthusiast or anyone who’s ever dreamed of creating their own signature brew, this bundle is the gift that keeps giving — pint after pint. Whether they’re into crisp pilsners, rich porters, or even refreshing kombucha, the F1 makes brewing effortless and fun.

It's a terrific gift for the beer lover on your list or the beginning of a new hobby for yourself. It's an exciting way to experiment with flavors, share your creations, and become the hero of every holiday gathering.

With the F1's smart brewing technology, even a total newbie can whip up pub-quality drinks right at home. Its three-step brew process is so simple that they’ll have their first batch ready before the New Year’s champagne goes flat.

The F1's advanced features make home brewing approachable for everyone. Automated temperature and pressure controls ensure flawless fermentation every time. It even comes with a built-in app for customizing recipes or brewing from a library of pre-programmed options. Your recipient can craft beers, ciders, wines, and even sparkling drinks with just a tap or two.

Let’s talk about freshness: The built-in CO2 tank keeps each batch perfectly carbonated and tasty for up to 30 days. It's perfect for game nights, cozy winter weekends, or celebrations.

The bundle includes everything they’ll need to start, including three premium brewing ingredient kits for German Helles, English Porter, and German Pilsner beers. Plus, the Master Mode card unlocks unlimited brewing possibilities, so they can experiment and perfect their craft year-round.

More than just the best holiday gift, it's an experience that they'll enjoy for years to come.

Don't miss the F1 Smart Brewer Bundle on sale for just $599.99 (reg. $899) for a limited time.

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Double the screens, double the holiday cheer with this laptop screen extender

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:00

TL;DR: The Mobile Pixels DUEX Plus gives laptops an extra screen for $179.97 (reg. $339) until December 8 — a perfect multitasking tool this holiday season.

  • Additional 13.3-inch display you can add to any laptop for multitasking, gaming, or streaming

  • Lightweight, portable design — travels easily from home to office to coffee shop

  • 270-degree rotating screen lets them adjust the angle or flip it around for presentations

  • Easy plug-and-play setup connects via USB-C or USB-A — no complex tools required

  • Great for professionals, students, and gamers who need more screen space to work or play

  • Works seamlessly with both Windows and macOS, making it versatile for all types of users, as well as Nintendo Switch, Samsung DeX

  • Durable design ensures it holds up through travel and everyday use

The DUEX Plus is ideal for anyone who needs a laptop screen extender to keep up with their busy holiday (or everyday) schedule.

Wrap up the Mobile Pixels DUEX Plus Portable Dual-Screen Laptop Monitor for $179.97 through December 8 and give the gift of multitasking magic.

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Sonos Ace headphones have dropped to their lowest-ever price in Amazons Black Friday sale

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:58

SAVE $100: As of Nov. 26, the Sonos Ace headphones are discounted to $349 in Amazon's Black Friday sale. That's 22% off their list price of $449.

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Amazon's Black Friday sale is chock-full of excellent deals for shoppers, especially in the world of tech. Headphones, in particular, have seen some very nice discounts so far this week. If you've been looking to invest in a noise-canceling set, look no further than this discount on the Sonos Ace headphones.

The Sonos Ace headphones have gotten a $100 discount in Amazon's Black Friday sale, dropping their price from $449 to $349. According to price tracker camelcamelcamel, this is also the lowest-ever price for the Sonos Ace, making it a great time to pick them up. Both the black and white colors are on sale, too, so you can purchase the one that best suits your tastes.

SEE ALSO: Target has slashed $100 off Beats Studio Pro headphones for Black Friday

Alongside their active noise cancelation, the Sonos Ace also boast compatibility with Sonos soundbars to create a solo home theater experience. In our Sonos Ace review, Mashable's Deputy Editor of Shopping and Reviews, Miller Kern, said these headphones are great for "people who 1) are true audiophiles who value incredible sound quality above all else, and 2) have a Sonos ecosystem at home and will use the TV audio swap feature with their Sonos Ace and soundbar."

If Sonos is your go-to for audio, this Black Friday deal on the Sonos Ace headphones is worth taking advantage of.

There's so much more where this deal came from as well. Amazon's dropping plenty more deals in the lead-up to Black Friday proper. Best Buy, Walmart, and Target are also offering an abundance of deals ahead of the big day that are worth checking out.

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NYT Strands hints, answers for November 26

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:34

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

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

SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on 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 November 26 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 26 NYT Strands hint for today’s theme: Open-and-shut case

These words are used to carry things.

Today’s NYT Strands theme plainly explained

Words are types of bags.

NYT Strands spangram hint: Is it vertical or horizontal?

Today's NYT Strands spangram is horizontal.

NYT Strands spangram answer today

Today's spangram is Handbags.

Featured Video For You Strands 101: How to win NYT’s latest word game NYT Strands word list for November 26

  • Messenger

  • Barrel

  • Duffel

  • Crossbody

  • Bucket

  • Tote

  • Handbags

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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NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 26

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:34

Connections is the latest New York Times word game 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's The Mini crossword answers for November 26 Here's a hint for today's Connections categories

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

  • Yello: Good work news

  • Green: Don't pay attention to

  • Blue: Types of dried biscuits

  • Purple: Loveable characters in famous children's book

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: Good Things to Get at Work

  • Green: Disregard

  • Blue: Kinds of Crackers

  • Purple: Featured in "Eloise"

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 #534 is...

What is the answer to Connections today

  • Good Things to Get at Work: BONUS, EQUITY, PROMOTION, RAISE

  • Disregard: DISCOUNT, FORGET, IGNORE, OVERLOOK

  • Kinds of Crackers: ANIMAL, CLUB, GOLDFISH, RITZ

  • Featured in "Eloise": ELOISE, PLAZA, PUG, TURTLE

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 November 26

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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Webb telescope clears the haze around a stunning galactic icon

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:30

When the Hubble Space Telescope snapped a photo of the Sombrero Galaxy 20 years ago, it resembled a hat, with a brim and glowing crown.

But astronomers may have to rename it the visor galaxy. In a new image from the James Webb Space Telescope, which senses the cosmos in infrared rather than visible light, the namesake sombrero doesn't have a top. From Webb's perspective, the galaxy's central hazy bulge disappears, revealing a core with a mirror-smooth finish. 

The galaxy's new look may be jarring to avid space fans. Though the cosmic object can't be seen with the naked eye, many amateur astronomers have spotted it with small backyard telescopes. 

"The signature, glowing core seen in visible-light images does not shine, and instead a smooth inner disk is revealed," according to the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore, which operates Webb and Hubble for NASA. "The sharp resolution of Webb’s MIRI (Mid-Infrared Instrument) also brings into focus details of the galaxy’s outer ring, providing insights into how the dust, an essential building block for astronomical objects in the Universe, is distributed."

SEE ALSO: Webb telescope scientists forced to reckon with enormous galaxy outliers The James Webb Space Telescope peers through clouds of dust around the central stars of the Sombrero Galaxy, revealing new details about the composition of its rings. Credit: NASA / ESA / CSA / STScI / Hubble Heritage Team

A lot of dust and gas in space obscures the view to distant and inherently dim light sources. But infrared light waves can actually penetrate the clouds. That's how Webb can observe an extremely early period of the universe.

Webb's ability to see through hazy obstacles is demonstrated here with the Sombrero, aka Messier 104, a nearly edge-on spiral galaxy about 30 million light-years from Earth in the constellation Virgo. The galaxy was discovered in 1781 by the French comet hunter Pierre Méchain, one of renowned astronomer Charles Messier’s colleagues.

In the new image, the galaxy has a small bright core centered on a clearer disk peppered with stars. And for the first time, the galaxy's outer ring appears clumpy. 

Dust clumps can indicate young star-forming regions, but this galaxy is not much of a baby factory. Astronomers estimate its rings produce less than one star comparable to the sun per year, compared to the Milky Way, which pops out about two per year.

The supermassive black hole that defines its center is also rather sluggish, not gobbling up much material, despite having a mass equivalent to 9 billion suns. That's more than double the scale of Sagittarius A*, the black hole at the center of our own galaxy.

What intrigues scientists the most about the distant Sombrero Galaxy is its 2,000-or-so globular clusters. These clusters contain hundreds of thousands of old stars, held together by gravity. Despite the similar ages of these stars, their masses and other characteristics vary, offering intriguing opportunities for comparisons.

"This type of system," the institute said, "serves as a pseudo laboratory for astronomers to study stars."

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Seth Meyers roasts Elon Musk for overstaying his welcome with Trump

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:20

There are already reports that Trump's new sidekick, Elon Musk, may have overstayed his welcome among the transition team — and nobody is happier about that than Seth Meyers.

In the clip above, the Late Night hosts plays a clip of Trump joking that he "can't get rid" of Musk, before making his feelings on the matter abundantly clear.

"My goal these days is to try and stay in a good mood about things, and nothing's making me feel better than the fact that Donald Trump finally got his own Donald Trump," says Meyers, before launching into a Trump impression. "Look I've tried, you can't get rid of this guy. Every time he does something crazy I think, 'Well that'll be the end of it, that has to be the breaking point,' and then no, he's still right here. And also I can't believe I'm saying it, he needs to cool it on social media. The guy posts like a f***ing maniac."

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The 40mm Apple Watch SE has dropped to its lowest-ever price this Black Friday

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:19

SAVE $100: As of Nov. 26, the 40mm Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) has dropped to $149 for Black Friday. That's $100 off its list price of $249.

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Rather than one day of sales, Black Friday has really stretched out into a month-long shopping event. This week, in particular, has seen several top retailers offering up their best deals in the lead-up to the big day. If you've been wanting to pick up some new Apple devices, now's a great time to do it with so many on sale, including a fantastic discount on the Apple Watch SE.

Both Walmart and Amazon have dropped the price of the 40mm 2nd Gen Apple Watch SE with GPS to $149. This is $100 off its retail price of $249 and marks its lowest-ever price according to price tracker camelcamelcamel. This is a deal definitely worth taking advantage of, especially if you're new to the world of smartwatches and just want something to cover the basics.

SEE ALSO: The Apple iPad (10th Gen) is at its lowest-ever price in Amazon's Black Friday sale

The Apple Watch SE offers up a variety of health and safety features alongside a sleep tracker and fitness features. If you lead a fairly active lifestyle, this watch can keep up with your daily activities. In our comparison of Apple Watch 9 vs Apple Watch SE 2, Mashable's Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon noted that, "If you're more fitness-focused, and you don't mind the thicker bezels and lack of always-on display, the Watch SE is a solid choice."

This is a stellar Black Friday Apple deal. Don't miss out on the Apple Watch SE at its lowest-ever price.

Looking for even more Apple deals? There are plenty to check out at other retailers as well. Alongside Walmart and Amazon, Best Buy and Target are also offering some fantastic Black Friday Apple deals. Have a look at our breakdowns for each to learn more about what they've got in store.

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Save $250 on the PlayStation VR 2 Horizon Call of The Mountain bundle this Black Friday

Mashable - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:12

SAVE OVER $250: As of Nov. 26, the PlayStation VR 2 Horizon Call of The Mountain bundle is on sale for $349 in Walmart's Black Friday sale. That's $250.99 off its list price of $599.99.

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Walmart's big Black Friday sale has officially kicked off, and if you've been on the hunt for some new tech, it's your lucky week. The retailer is offering up quite a few deals for tech lovers this year, including some excellent bundles for those interested in gaming consoles. One of our absolute favorites is a PlayStation VR 2 bundle that has had a massive, can't-miss discount.

The PlayStation VR 2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle has been dropped from its list price of $599.99 to just $349. That saves you a whopping $250.99 on list price, which is an amazing discount considering everything you're getting with it.

SEE ALSO: Save over $400 with the best Black Friday portable power station deal

Alongside the PlayStation VR 2 headset and controllers, this bundle also gets you a code for Horizon Call of the Mountain, so you can be immediately immersed in the vibrant, mechanical world of Horizon after setting it up. The PSVR2 headset is worth every penny as well, with our review calling it "a huge improvement over the original."

Black Friday deals like this one usually don't stick around for long, so if you've been wanting to take the leap into VR, don't miss out on this PlayStation VR 2 Horizon Call of the Mountain bundle deal at Walmart.

And if you're looking for even more tech deals, Black Friday sales are offering up an abundance of discounts this week at several more retailers outside of Walmart. Check out our breakdowns of Best Buy, Target, and Amazon's Black Friday sales to learn more about their respective events.

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